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character bio - JANE FOSTER; think like a queen. a queen is not afraid to fail. failure is another stepping stone to greatness

Character Basics

Character’s full name: Jane Grace Foster Meaning of name: God is gracious Birth date: May 29th, 1991 Age: 31 Zodiac: Gemini Superpower: none, other than her extremely high IQ. Alias: Dr. Foster

Nationality / Ethnicity / Species: American, human Languages Spoken: English Orientation: heterosexual Prounouns: she/her

Physical appearance

Height: 5′6 Eye color: hazel Hair type and color: long and blonde usually curled Glasses or contacts: she prefers contacts, it’s easier in her field Face claim: Blake Lively Distinguishing marks: beauty mark on the right side of her face Predominant features: her blonde, curly hair Tattoos: Usual fashion of dress: feminine, girly

Personality

Good personality traits: ambitious, driven, intelligent, protective. Bad personality traits: controlling, prideful, know-it-all, impatient.  Personality Type: INFJ “the Advocate;” introverted, complex character, deep thoughtfulness. Character Label: The Polymath

Ten Song Playlist

State of Grace; Taylor Swift New Romantics; Taylor Swift Golden; Harry Styles good 4 u; Olivia Rodrigo  Can’t Tame Her; Zara Larrson Mastermind; Taylor Swift Free Woman; Lady Gaga god is a woman; Ariana Grande Joan of Arc on the Dance Floor; Aly & AJ Future Nostalgia; Dua Lipa

Past

Hometown: Sante Fe, New Mexico Childhood: Jane, an only child, grew up with just her mother, a scientist. Her father died when she was young. Dream job: scientist, astrophysicist  Education: NYU School of Medicine

Present

Current location: New York City, New York Currently living with: Pets: Thunder; golden retriever. Occupation: head doctor for SHIELD / The Avengers

Family

tw: brief cancer/illness mention

Fiancé: Thor Odinson Children: Mother: Amelia Foster Relationship: her mother is a scientist and she often would go to work with her, watching her mother work in her lab. it sparked her interest in the field. she’s close to her mom and has a good relationship with her. she became closer to her after her father’s death and while she struggled with her own illness. Father: Noah Foster Relationship: her father was a surgeon. she was close to him and struggled after he died of cancer when she was 10, just a few years before she was diagnosed with the same illness.

Favorites

Color: mint green, rose gold Least favorite color: dark colors

Habits

Musical instrument: piano Sport: she used to swim and did horseback riding Spending habits: she’s usually pretty good about it unless it’s clothes or makeup Smokes:  Drinks: wine or champagne, not enough to get drunk Other drugs:

Traits

Optimist or pessimist: depends on the situation, she goes by reason Introvert or extrovert: extroverted introvert Daredevil or cautious: cautious Disorderly or methodical: methodical Prefers working or relaxing: working Confident or unsure of herself: confident

Relationships with others

Love interest: Thor Odinson Best friend: Wanda Maximoff Exes: 

Short Bio

tw: cancer and death mention

jane was an only child and grew up in new mexico with her mom and dad. her mom is a scientist and her dad was a surgeon, so she was very intellectually drawn and always inspired by science, specifically space and the possibilities that there were other realms and dimensions. her father died of cancer when she was 10 and she struggled with his death in the years following, not knowing she’d be diagnosed with the same just a few years later. unlike her dad, however, she beat it and hasn’t had a recurrence since, though she’s extremely health conscious and borderline paranoid about it at times. she was originally drawn to astrophysics. but her frequent stays at the hospital sparked an interest in medicine. it also helped her feel closer to her dad. after med school, she began working at shield, eventually working her way up to being head doctor for the avengers.

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Exploring New Mexico: A travel guide to the Land of Enchantment

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Exploring New Mexico: A travel guide to the Land of Enchantment

New Mexico, often called the Land of Enchantment, is a stunning vacation destination, celebrated for its diverse landscapes and Native American, Spanish and Anglo-American cultural influences. Before European colonization, the region was shaped by the traditions of Hispanic and Native American people.Today, the state’s compelling history is a main attraction for visitors often awestruck by its rugged and varied terrain.NEW JERSEY TRAVEL GUIDE TO EXPLORE SPARKLING BEACHES, THEME PARKS AND MOREFrom the local food and art to the overall character, New Mexico reflects the convergence of cultures to define this unique state.Another reason visitors come to New Mexico is the alluring landscapes, ranging from dry deserts to lush forests. Many people often imagine red rocks, vast deserts and distinctive rock formations of the Southwest when they think of New Mexico. What might surprise new visitors is the white sand dunes, river gorges and dense, evergreen woodlands included in the state’s natural diverse landscape.Here are some of the top locations to put on your New Mexico itinerary: Santa Fe, New Mexico, is the oldest capital city in the United States. Inhabited in 1607, it was officially settled between 1609 and 1610, according to the city’s official website. Originally established with European-style dwellings, the city is full of historical sites and experiences. A visit to Sante Fe can include a trip to the historic Santa Fe Plaza, exploration of the oldest church in America and a visit to one of the many museums, such as the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, where the 20th century artist’s love for Northern New Mexico and Santa Fe is on display. 5 TRAVEL ESSENTIALS TO PACK FOR YOUR SUMMER GETAWAYFamilies visiting the city will enjoy the Santa Fe Children’s Museum, Santa Fe Southern Railway and the Museum of International Folk Art. Albuquerque’s rich history and resulting culture are reasons it is a popular city to visit. Albuquerque was established in 1706, but the city was originally inhabited by Native Americans. Following its establishment, the city became an important trading center. Although Albuquerque has become an area known for its high-tech industry, its historical significance has been preserved. Beyond the historical significance of Albuquerque, the city attracts visitors with its family-friendly attractions, such as the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, which is a yearly hot air balloon festival. Another activity that families visiting New Mexico can enjoy is a trip to the ABQ BioPark, where they can explore the zoo, botanic garden and aquarium. Visitors of all ages can also enjoy a scenic ride on the Sandia Peak Tramway, North America’s longest aerial tram ride. For those not afraid of heights, the tram offers fresh mountain air and incredible panoramic views of New Mexico. Taos is best known among ski enthusiasts. Located in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains near New Mexico’s high desert, the small town offers ski opportunities for those who enjoy the popular winter sport. SINGLE MOM TRAVELS TO 17 COUNTRIES WITH BABY DURING 3-YEAR PAID MATERNITY LEAVETaos is also a haven for the arts. The Taos art colony was founded in Taos, New Mexico, because of the creative culture of the Pueblo people. The area celebrated a diverse range of artistic mediums, including furniture and tin work. Taos received a modern artistic makeover in the early 20th century, and there are more than 70 galleries in Taos, according to Taos.org.Taos is also home to the Taos Pueblo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest inhabited sites in the country. For context, other UNESCO-recognized historical cultural landmarks include the Taj Mahal in India and the Grand Canyon in the United States. The pueblo features 1,000-year-old adobe homes that exemplify the early history of the village. Travelers to northern New Mexico are welcome to visit the pueblos. The caverns of Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico, located in the Guadalupe Mountains, is a large underground system formed over 4 million years ago, according to the National Park Service (NPS). The park consists of more than 100 limestone caves formed through a complex geological process involving acid dissolving the Capitan limestone, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.One of the most notable cave chambers in North America, because of its size by volume and ease of accessibility for visitors, is located in Carlsbad Caverns. The Big Room is a 1.25-mile trail that takes around an hour and a half to walk, according to NPS.White Sands is a national park in New Mexico. Originally designated as a national monument in 1933, it was redesignated as a national park in 2019, according to the NPS. The White Sands National Park preserves a large portion of the unique white gypsum sand dune field and the plants and animals that live there. Not only is it a remarkable place to see, the park offers a full day’s worth of activities. After an exciting dune sledding adventure, families and friends can sit down for a relaxing picnic enjoying the tranquil views. The day can end with a sunset stroll around one-half mile long, according to the NPS.When considering when to visit the state, some ideal times are from May to October, when the temperatures are warm enough to enjoy hiking and other outdoor activities. Skiers can still enjoy the snow-capped mountains in the spring without the freezing temperatures, according to travelandleisure.com. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTERWinter months are ideal for travelers on a budget or those hoping to avoid the crowds of tourists. No vacation is complete without partaking in the gastronomic culture of the location visited. New Mexico’s cuisine blends Native American, Spanish and Anglo dishes. The state’s signature dishes are reminiscent of Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine with a distinctive flair. A main ingredient that sets New Mexico’s cuisine apart is chile, an ingredient indigenous to North America. For more Lifestyle articles, visit www.foxnews/lifestyleVisitors to New Mexico should take full advantage of the rich culture by exploring the activities and events available during their stay, such as those at museums, art galleries and historic locations.

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5 nutrition tips for vegetarian athletes

More and more people are vegetarian, vegan or at least ' flexitarian' – a term coined by people who consciously want to eat less meat, but still want to enjoy a steak every now and then. A good development, because our body needs much less meat than many people think. But how do you ensure that as a fanatic athlete you get enough protein , iron and vitamin B12 if you can't get it from meat? Don't worry, this isn't going to be an argument about why everyone should be vegetarian. I also quite enjoy my piece of meat. I only want to help the people who have made the decision, with 5 nutrition tips for vegetarian athletes, to get enough nutrients in a simple way. Let's go!

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Content blog vegetarian tips Enough complex carbohydrates Think about your protein intake Get Enough Calories Don't forget the importance of iron Varied eating pattern 5 tips for vegetarian athletes Do you no longer eat meat at all, or have you even removed all animal products from your diet? Then there is a good chance that you will develop a deficiency of certain vitamins & minerals and other important nutrients, such as vitamin B12, iron, calcium and vitamin D. I have 5 practical nutrition tips for vegan and vegetarian athletes! Eat enough complex carbohydrates In general, a plant-based diet contains sufficient carbohydrates, thanks in part to the amount of grains, rice, legumes and potatoes. Make sure that you choose the good carbohydrates , and leave fast, refined carbohydrates. Go for brown rice, quinoa, oats and millet – and avoid white pasta, white rice and multigrain bread (not whole wheat). Why carbohydrates are so important? During exercise, carbohydrates are burned much more efficiently than fat, so you can get your energy from carbohydrate-rich products much better than from foods rich in fat. Carbohydrates are our body's main source of energy. So with a lot of physical exertion you need enough energy! Think about your protein intake My next tip for vegetarian athletes is about protein. Although meat eaters get a lot of protein from foods like steak , the lack of protein from meat is easy to make up for. Plant-based foods, however, contain less protein than meat, so you have to eat a little more of it to get the right amount. For example, you can replace a piece of meat for 200 grams of legumes, and animal proteins from milk and cheese are also a good alternative. Our body mainly needs protein as a building material, and for athletes proteins are indispensable for both the recovery and maintenance of the muscles. Do you not eat any animal foods at all? Then you can think of a protein shake to supplement your daily diet. Animal products contain vitamin B12, while vegetable sources do not. At least not in recordable form. In the supermarket you will find products that are fortified with vitamin B12, such as breakfast products, vegetable butter and meat substitutes. Unfortunately, they often contain too little. That is why it is advisable for vegans to take a vitamin B12 supplement . Get enough calories from your diet The energetic density, which refers to the amount of energy your body can get from a food, is much lower with a plant-based diet. Even though legumes, potatoes and grains can be filling, you need to eat a lot of them to get the same amount of energy as with a piece of meat. Therefore, choose products with a relatively high energetic density such as avocado, nuts and certain oils. Dairy products also contain quite a bit of energy. Iron (Fe) is important for athletes. It is involved in the production of hemoglobin, a building material of red blood cells. These help transport oxygen through the blood to all parts of the body. This is very important for good sports performance. There are two types of iron: haem and non-haem, but only the latter is found in plant products. Difficult, because haem iron is absorbed much more easily by the body. In order to get enough iron as a vegetarian, fanatical athlete, you have to increase the daily iron intake considerably (for men 16 milligrams, for women 27 milligrams) . Moreover, you can ensure that your absorption of non-haem iron is promoted by combining it with vitamins A and C or citric acid. Coffee, tea and dairy products actually stop the absorption. Good plant sources of iron include quinoa, tofu, spinach, tahini and cashews. Have a varied diet

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My last tip for vegetarian athletes relates to variety. As with many diets, it is extremely important for vegetarians to eat a varied diet. Spread out throughout the day, make sure you consume meals with sufficient protein and carbohydrates, and make sure you choose products with a high energy density, such as meat substitutes and avocado

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Significance Lost: Symbols And The Sante Fe Shooting (By Magus Peter H. Gilmore)

Dimitrios Pagourtzis, the young man identified as the shooter in today’s horrific crime at the Santa Fe High School, apparently wore a mix of incongruous symbols on a vest, one of which seems to be a version of our Sigil of Baphomet. He is not a member of the Church of Satan and note that we don’t accept minors nor do we support the religious indoctrination of children. While symbols can be a statement of allegiance to particular beliefs and practices, when worn as decorations they are often employed by the wearer to mark what is currently trending in one’s peer group, not to represent anything more meaningful. Many individuals sport crosses of various sorts, sometimes along with symbols of ethnic ancestry, but these do not indicate that there is any doctrine being proposed by the wearers. They just like the look of the trinkets. And you’ll find this practice to be common amongst those who are law abiding and those who are not.

The Church of Satan, founded in 1966 by Anton Szandor LaVey, employs a pentagram symbol which includes a stylized goat face encircled by the word Leviathan in Hebrew. This emblem represents a law and order philosophy demanding that its adherents must be responsible for their actions and should deal with one another justly—and regarding those who are criminals, that the punishment for their misdeeds should fit in kind and degree the crimes committed. Now, over 50 years later, this symbol has been through a bastardization during the proliferation of Metal music to be diluted to a vague icon of rebellion. Today there are mass-produced variants of it crowding the shelves of trendy, youth-oriented mall stores as jewelry items or on t-shirts. The purchasers see it as just another cool adornment to pin to a vest or wear on their backs, either to fit in amongst or piss off others with whom they socialize. Like hip and edgy t-shirts in the past emblazoned with images of Mao, Lenin, Einstein, Ché Guevara, and other iconic figures, the wearers are typically not cognizant as to whom these individuals might have been, let alone what ideas they championed—these are just pre-packaged fashion statements, not sworn allegiance to any political or religious ideologies. Some might be perceived as providing ready made “good guy” or “bad boy” cred—that’s the actual shallowness of such gestures.

Pagourtzis mixed a German Iron Cross (used by their military as a high honor but later typically part of biker sub-culture attire), a Soviet Hammer and Sickle pin (ostensibly representing Communist doctrines), and a cephalopod which is being dubbed Cthulhu (a chaotic alien god from Lovecraft’s horror tales), a pocket watch, and a rendition of what we call the Sigil of Baphomet. The actual ideas, philosophies and practices behind these symbols are not in any way consistent with one another and the purpose for this assemblage seems to have been to offer a sort of loose rebellious sensibility, as all of these icons have been demonized by society over time.

At this point little is known about Pagourtzis’ situation and what prompted him to take this heinous course of action. We have yet to discover what meaning any of these objects might have had for him, whether he understood them or not. When addressing the Columbine tragedy of 1999, I wrote words which might prove as applicable to Pagourtzis as they are to Klebold and Harris:

“One thing might have helped defuse the situation: Satanism. If Klebold and Harris had understood real Satanism and chosen to live by it, their vengeance spree would not have happened. Satanism would have taught them that, indeed, they were not like these others, and that such is a positive attribute. Satanism would have taught them that they had only one life, and that their intelligence and talent would take them along paths which would lead to their drinking deeply from that cup which is offered but once. They would have known that Satanists practice Lex Talionis, making the punishment fit in kind and degree the crime.”

We Satanists mourn with those who are the family and friends of these victims, for we understand that life lost is not to be regained. May we find the ways and means to understand and help those disturbed individuals who decide they have no other recourse than murder to solve whatever they perceive as intolerable stress. Taking positive action to prevent such situations in the future should be a goal we can agree upon as a society, regardless of whatever religious or political perspectives we might hold.

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Looks aren't so deceiving: AI could predict your next move from watching your eye gaze

by Eduardo Velloso and Tim Miller

It is possible to buy accurate and robust eye trackers for as little as A$125. Shutterstock

Our eyes often betray our intentions. Think of poker players hiding their “tells” behind sunglasses or goalkeepers monitoring the gaze of the striker to predict where they’ll shoot.

In sports, board games, and card games, players can see each other, which creates an additional layer of social gameplay based on gaze, body language and other nonverbal signals.

Digital games completely lack these signals. Even when we play against others, there are few means of conveying implicit information without words.

However, the recent increase in the availability of commercial eye trackers may change this. Eye trackers use an infra-red camera and infra-red LEDs to estimate where the user is looking on the screen. Nowadays, it is possible to buy accurate and robust eye trackers for as little as A$125.

Eye tracking for gaming

Eye trackers are also sold built into laptops and VR headsets, opening up many opportunities for incorporating eye tracking into video games. In a recent review article, we offered a catalogue of the wide range of game mechanics made possible by eye tracking.

This paved the way for us to investigate how social signals emitted by our eyes can be incorporated into games against other players and artificial intelligence.

To explore this, we used the digital version of the board game Ticket to Ride. In the game, players must build tracks between specific cities on the board. However, because opponents might block your way, you must do your best to keep your intentions hidden.

Our studies using Ticket to Ride to explore the roles of social gaze in online gameplay.

In a tabletop setting, if you are not careful, your opponent might figure out your plan based on how you look at the board. For example, imagine that your goal is to build a route between Santa Fe and Seattle. Our natural tendency is to look back and forth between those cities, considering alternative routes and the resources that you have in the cards in your hands.

In our recent paper, we found that when humans can see where their opponents are looking, they can infer some of their goals – but only if that opponent does not know that their eyes are being monitored. Otherwise, they start employing different strategies to try to deceive their opponent, including looking at a decoy route or looking all over the board.

Can AI use this information?

We wanted to see if a game AI could use this information to better predict the future moves of other players, building upon previous models of intention recognition in AI.

Most game AIs use the player’s actions to predict what they may do next. For example, in the figure below on the left, imagine a player is claiming routes to go from Sante Fe to some unknown destination on the map. The AI’s task is to determine which city is the destination.

When at Santa Fe, all of the possible destinations are equally likely. After getting to Denver, it becomes less likely that they want to go to Oklahoma City, because they could have taken a much more direct route. If they then travel from Denver to Helena, then Salt Lake city becomes much less likely, and Oklahoma City even less.

Left: without gaze information, it is difficult to tell where your opponent is going next. Right: by determining that your opponent keeps looking at Helena and Seattle, the AI can make better predictions of the routes the opponent might take.

In our model, we augmented this basic model to also consider where this player is looking.

The idea is simple: if the player is looking at a certain route, the more likely the player will try to claim that route. As an example, consider the right side of the figure. After going to Denver, our eye-tracking system knows that the player has been looking at the route between Seattle and Helena, while ignoring other parts of the map. This tells us that it is more likely that they take this route and end up in Seattle.

Our AI increases the relative likelihood of this action, while decreasing others. As such, its prediction is that the next move will be to Helena, rather than to Salt Lake City. You can read more about the specifics in our paper.

Experimentation

We evaluated how well our AI could predict the next move in 20 Ticket To Ride two-player games. We measured the accuracy of our predictions and how early in the game they could be made.

The results show that the basic model of intention recognition correctly predicted the next move 23% of the time. However, when we added gaze to the mix, the accuracy more than doubled, increasing to 55%.

Further, the gaze model was able to predict the correct destination city earlier than the basic model, with the AI that used gaze recognising intentions a minute and a half earlier than the one without gaze. These results demonstrate that using gaze can be used to predict action much better and faster than just using past actions alone.

Recent unpublished results show that the gaze model also works if the person being observed knows that they are being observed. We have found that the deception strategies that players employ to make it more difficult for other players to determine their intentions do not fool AIs as well as they fool humans.

Where to next?

This idea can be applied in contexts other than games. For example, collaborative assembly between robots and humans in a factory.

In these scenarios, a person’s gaze will naturally lead to earlier and more accurate prediction by the robot, potentially increasing safety and leading to better coordination.

Eduardo Velloso is a Lecturer in Human-Computer Interaction and an ARC DECRA Fellow at the University of Melbourne. Tim Miller is Associate Professor of Computer Science at the University of Melbourne.

This article was originally published on The Conversation, a content partner of Sci Fi Generation.

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What IS a video game, how do we define them, and how do they overlap with things like puzzles and art? So Let's talk about Gone Home and Meow Wolf’s House of Eternal Return.

Hello, everyone! Sorry about the long delay between videos. The year has been a bit hectic. Today I want us to talk about something a little different than a  lot of my previous videos- video games. Specifically: what IS a video game, how do we define them, and how do they overlap with things like puzzles and art?

Even more specifically, we’re going to be talking about Gone Home and Meow Wolf’s House of Eternal Return.

So, a little background. I’m not a HUGE gamer. I tend to stick to Nintendo games, especially Pokemon and party games, games that are heavily story based, like Mass Effect, and weird little indie titles like Tacoma and Firewatch. So, I have a pretty...loose definition about what makes a video game a video game compared to more serious gamers. -

Let’s talk definitions real fast. In the broadest terms, a game is a structured form of play. It is a form of play that has some kind of rules to it. So while playing with your stuffed animals is just play (there’s no incorrect way to do it), things like hide and seek and checkers ARE games, as there are simple rules that govern HOW you play.

This can get tricky with things like puzzles, since there are...technically ways in which you could interact with a puzzle incorrectly. Throwing all the pieces of a jigsaw puzzle on the ground isn’t correct, but most of us wouldn’t consider it a GAME regardless. In a related point, sports are an even more structured form of games- they are games that involve competition and  physical activity (mostly? E-sports makes this iffy)

Video games are most broadly defined as GAMES that use electronic and visual interfaces to function. They can be on consoles, computers, arcade cabinets, even phones. -

Now, of course, not ALL electronic-visual interfaces are games. Microsoft Word isn’t a game. Facebook isn’t a game. Youtube isn’t a game. But, what about something like Gone Home? (Note, I’m gona talk about Gone Home for a little bit and I will do my best to describe it without many spoilers)

Released in 2013, and set in 1995, Gone Home is a first person exploration “game” (put a pin in the word game. We’ll come back to it.) Your character has been studying overseas for a year. While you were gone, your family has moved into a new house, one that your great uncle used to own before he died. When you arrive in the middle of the night, no one is home.

You then explore the house, reading journals and letters, looking at objects, trying to piece together what has happened. In some truly first rate environmental storytelling, you piece together what has happened in the year you were gone, and why your family isn’t home now.

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Is this a game?

In a lot of ways, it doesn’t FEEL like a game. There’s no real puzzles to solve, no bad guys, no monsters, no platforming, or story decisions. You just walk around a house, look at stuff, and do some inferencing. You “finish” the game when you’ve been through the whole house and found the final “clues.” But there’s nothing to track your progress, no achievements or collectibles. The only thing forcing SOME linear structure on the experience is a few padlock codes you have to find to move deeper into the house.

So, is Gone Home structured enough for us to call it a video game? A video game rather than a puzzle or art or like...interactive story experience?

I think most people would say yes, though it’s kind of an odd artsy video game. The fact that you have to obey the programming, that you are interacting with the world in the ways the programmers allow is A structure, though a fairly weak one, compared to most video games, all things considered. You can’t like, leave the house, or fly, or start hunting ghosts. You can only “finish” the game by working through the whole story.

Most people would look at they keyboard or controller interface, and say “Oh, yeah, this is a video game.”  Wikipedia even refers to this as an “Exploration Video Game” and categorizes it as a subset of “Adventure Games” for whatever that’s worth.

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However, this brings me to a weird point of comparison- Meow Wolf’s House of Eternal Return.

Background: Meow Wolf is an art collective of 200 artists based in Sante Fe, New Mexico. In 2016, with funding provided primarily by Game of Thrones Author GRR Martin, they created what is called The House of Eternal Return in Sante Fe. It’s a permanent art installation experience (put a pin in that description, we’ll come back to it.)

How it works is simple. After you pay (and definitely throw down the extra dollar for the color enhancing glasses) You watch a short video about how the people in the house you are about to enter disappeared. Very spooky. You go through a door, and there is a whole house inside this giant space.

Inside the house, things seem pretty normal at first. There is a story hidden in the objects though. Journals, emails, books, diaries, letters pinned to the fridge, videos on the TV all piece together what happened to this family and where they have gone. In as few spoilers as possible, the Grandfather, uncle, and young son of the family have been experimenting with portals to other dimensions and stuff. It goes poorly. The full story is much more complicated and interesting, but it’s more fun to discover it on your own.

As you move through the house, there are places where you seemingly can “enter” these portals. A secret garden under the stairs, a passage through the fire place, a hallway inside the fridge, a slide out of the washer. Beyond the house is a twisting, trippy maze of electronic art that you can spend hours in (this is where those color enhancing glasses are really worth it.)

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So, when my husband and I went into The House of Eternal Return, we quickly thought “Holy crumbs, this is like...a real life version of Gone Home.” The environmental storytelling, piecing together the events of a missing family by finding clues left in the house, the very loose and mostly nonlinear structure of how you can discover the clues.  All of it.

So….if Gone Home is a video game….is Meow Wolf’s House of Eternal Return….a game? Like...chess or hide and seek or D&D?

This is where it breaks down for me a little. My first instinct is to call this installation art, but its similarities to Gone Home are really strong.

I would argue that Meow Wolf has far less structure on this experience here though. While ALL you can really do in Gone Home is move around the space to discover the story because of the programming, in Meow Wolf, discovering the story is far more optional. Many of the other people there, especially the ones with small children, seemed to move through the house itself very quickly, not stopping and inspecting letters and emails and journals, so they and their children could play in the electronic “portals” section (which is super fun.) But they didn’t spend any time figuring out the story the way that you would in Gone Home.

Is it a game, but the game aspect is optional? Is it a game, and those people and their 3 year olds are just playing it wrong? Is it not a game at all, but just weird, trippy art with a loose narrative so all the pieces fit together?

And does our evaluation of Meow Wolf make us re-evaluate how we feel about Gone Home, and other games like it (such as Tacoma, Firewatch, and the Stanley Parable?) Maybe? I don’t particularly have an answer to that, so I’m actually excited to hear all of yalls thoughts down in the comments!

Thanks for listening to this queer millennial feminist rant about things I like for a few minutes. If you want to be notified when I make more of these, you know the drill, subscribe! And let me know what you think about this question of games and video games vs art and experiences down in the comments

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As one of the world's leading manufacturers of men's watch styles, Swiss army knives have designed their own versions of men's Swiss watch. Unlike Steel Lige watches, Swiss army knife Gucci watch styles do not incorporate an inner metallic core. Instead, the bridge, the case, the bezel and the crown are made of leather to provide strength and durability, resisting damage from every possible angle. The bridges and the cases of most Swiss army knives are designed to accommodate bi-valve double-zero opening mechanisms, providing unrivaled ease of opening and closing with a quick moment of effort. In addition to its strength, Swiss army knives designed their watch styles to meet the demanding needs of a fully functioning, rugged professional.

The world-famous designer, Marc Jacobs, uses the finest materials in his line of men's watches. The Marc Jacobs Watch collection includes a watch for every occasion. Marc Jacobs is so passionate about his collections that he makes sure that every model in his collection is built to meet and exceed expectations. For the ultimate performance in a rugged men's watch, select the Pro Series Sante Fe with a stainless steel bracelet and a black dial. The Sante Fe gives you everything you could ask for in a watch - practicality, utility, class and style. Marc Jacobs watches have become some of the most popular luxury timepieces in the world.

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Exploring New Mexico: A travel guide to the Land of Enchantment

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Exploring New Mexico: A travel guide to the Land of Enchantment

New Mexico, often called the Land of Enchantment, is a stunning vacation destination, celebrated for its diverse landscapes and Native American, Spanish and Anglo-American cultural influences. Before European colonization, the region was shaped by the traditions of Hispanic and Native American people.Today, the state’s compelling history is a main attraction for visitors often awestruck by its rugged and varied terrain.NEW JERSEY TRAVEL GUIDE TO EXPLORE SPARKLING BEACHES, THEME PARKS AND MOREFrom the local food and art to the overall character, New Mexico reflects the convergence of cultures to define this unique state.Another reason visitors come to New Mexico is the alluring landscapes, ranging from dry deserts to lush forests. Many people often imagine red rocks, vast deserts and distinctive rock formations of the Southwest when they think of New Mexico. What might surprise new visitors is the white sand dunes, river gorges and dense, evergreen woodlands included in the state’s natural diverse landscape.Here are some of the top locations to put on your New Mexico itinerary: Santa Fe, New Mexico, is the oldest capital city in the United States. Inhabited in 1607, it was officially settled between 1609 and 1610, according to the city’s official website. Originally established with European-style dwellings, the city is full of historical sites and experiences. A visit to Sante Fe can include a trip to the historic Santa Fe Plaza, exploration of the oldest church in America and a visit to one of the many museums, such as the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, where the 20th century artist’s love for Northern New Mexico and Santa Fe is on display. 5 TRAVEL ESSENTIALS TO PACK FOR YOUR SUMMER GETAWAYFamilies visiting the city will enjoy the Santa Fe Children’s Museum, Santa Fe Southern Railway and the Museum of International Folk Art. Albuquerque’s rich history and resulting culture are reasons it is a popular city to visit. Albuquerque was established in 1706, but the city was originally inhabited by Native Americans. Following its establishment, the city became an important trading center. Although Albuquerque has become an area known for its high-tech industry, its historical significance has been preserved. Beyond the historical significance of Albuquerque, the city attracts visitors with its family-friendly attractions, such as the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, which is a yearly hot air balloon festival. Another activity that families visiting New Mexico can enjoy is a trip to the ABQ BioPark, where they can explore the zoo, botanic garden and aquarium. Visitors of all ages can also enjoy a scenic ride on the Sandia Peak Tramway, North America’s longest aerial tram ride. For those not afraid of heights, the tram offers fresh mountain air and incredible panoramic views of New Mexico. Taos is best known among ski enthusiasts. Located in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains near New Mexico’s high desert, the small town offers ski opportunities for those who enjoy the popular winter sport. SINGLE MOM TRAVELS TO 17 COUNTRIES WITH BABY DURING 3-YEAR PAID MATERNITY LEAVETaos is also a haven for the arts. The Taos art colony was founded in Taos, New Mexico, because of the creative culture of the Pueblo people. The area celebrated a diverse range of artistic mediums, including furniture and tin work. Taos received a modern artistic makeover in the early 20th century, and there are more than 70 galleries in Taos, according to Taos.org.Taos is also home to the Taos Pueblo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest inhabited sites in the country. For context, other UNESCO-recognized historical cultural landmarks include the Taj Mahal in India and the Grand Canyon in the United States. The pueblo features 1,000-year-old adobe homes that exemplify the early history of the village. Travelers to northern New Mexico are welcome to visit the pueblos. The caverns of Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico, located in the Guadalupe Mountains, is a large underground system formed over 4 million years ago, according to the National Park Service (NPS). The park consists of more than 100 limestone caves formed through a complex geological process involving acid dissolving the Capitan limestone, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.One of the most notable cave chambers in North America, because of its size by volume and ease of accessibility for visitors, is located in Carlsbad Caverns. The Big Room is a 1.25-mile trail that takes around an hour and a half to walk, according to NPS.White Sands is a national park in New Mexico. Originally designated as a national monument in 1933, it was redesignated as a national park in 2019, according to the NPS. The White Sands National Park preserves a large portion of the unique white gypsum sand dune field and the plants and animals that live there. Not only is it a remarkable place to see, the park offers a full day’s worth of activities. After an exciting dune sledding adventure, families and friends can sit down for a relaxing picnic enjoying the tranquil views. The day can end with a sunset stroll around one-half mile long, according to the NPS.When considering when to visit the state, some ideal times are from May to October, when the temperatures are warm enough to enjoy hiking and other outdoor activities. Skiers can still enjoy the snow-capped mountains in the spring without the freezing temperatures, according to travelandleisure.com. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTERWinter months are ideal for travelers on a budget or those hoping to avoid the crowds of tourists. No vacation is complete without partaking in the gastronomic culture of the location visited. New Mexico’s cuisine blends Native American, Spanish and Anglo dishes. The state’s signature dishes are reminiscent of Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine with a distinctive flair. A main ingredient that sets New Mexico’s cuisine apart is chile, an ingredient indigenous to North America. For more Lifestyle articles, visit www.foxnews/lifestyleVisitors to New Mexico should take full advantage of the rich culture by exploring the activities and events available during their stay, such as those at museums, art galleries and historic locations.

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Sante Fe Shooter illegally obtained weapons!

Here is yet another example that clearly illustrates that criminals do not follow laws. He stole the weapons to commit murder. He didn’t walk into a gun store or sports outfitters to get the guns. He took them breaking several federal laws in the process! The Tribunist writes On Friday morning, a gunman entered Santa […]

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Hola quisiera saber como hacer para aceptar y tener mas paciencia a las personas que están a nuestro alrededor y siguen sin ver la luz en el mundo (hermanos, padres, novio, amigos) es un circulo muy cercano y me resulta un poco difícil la convivencia y voy iniciando mi camino espiritual. Gracias !

Hola :)

Margaret Thatcher dijo una vez, “Soy extraordinariamente paciente, con tal que al final me salga con la mía.” Cuando todo sale a nuestra manera, es fácil mostrar paciencia. La verdadera prueba de paciencia, viene cuando nuestros derechos son violados; cuando los autos sport se nos cierran en el tráfico; cuando un grupo de muchachos adolescentes están acaparando las canchas de tenis; cuando nuestro compañero de trabajo se burla de nuestra fe – de nuevo. Algunas personas piensan que tienen el derecho de enojarse ante las pruebas y aquello que les irrita. La impaciencia parece como una ira santa. Sin embargo, la Biblia alaba la paciencia como un fruto del Espíritu (Gálatas 5:22) el cual debe ser producido por todos los hombres (1 Tesalonicenses 5:14). La paciencia revela nuestra fe en los planes, la omnipotencia y el amor de Dios. Aunque la mayoría de la gente considera que la paciencia es una espera pasiva o una gentil tolerancia, casi todas las palabras griegas traducidas como “paciencia” en el Nuevo Testamento son palabras dinámicas y activas. Considera por ejemplo Hebreos 12:1: “Por tanto, nosotros también, teniendo en derredor nuestro tan grande nube de testigos, despojémonos de todo peso y del pecado que nos asedia, y corramos con paciencia la carrera que tenemos por delante.” ¿Corre uno una carrera esperando pasivamente los empujones para retrasarnos, o tolerando gentilmente a los tramposos? ¡Por supuesto que no! La palabra traducida como paciencia en este verso, significa permanencia. Un cristiano corre la carrera pacientemente, mediante la perseverancia a través de las dificultades, ante la expectativa del cielo. En la Biblia, la paciencia es la perseverancia hacia una meta, perseverancia ante las pruebas, o una expectante espera por el cumplimiento de una promesa. Claramente, la paciencia no se desarrolla de la noche a la mañana en la vida de un creyente. El poder de Dios y la bondad son cruciales para el desarrollo de la paciencia en Sus hijos. Colosenses 1:11 nos dice que somos fortalecidos por Él para “toda paciencia y longanimidad,” mientras que Santiago 1:3-4 nos anima a saber que las pruebas son Su manera de perfeccionar nuestra paciencia. Nuestra paciencia se desarrolla y fortalece más, resistiendo de acuerdo a los perfectos tiempos y voluntad de Dios, aún ante el hombre malvado que “prospera en su camino.” (Salmos 37:7). A última instancia, al final, nuestra paciencia será recompensada. “. . .tened paciencia hasta la venida del Señor.” (Santiago 5:7-8). “Bueno es JEHOVÁ a los que en Él esperan, al alma que le busca.” (Lamentaciones 3:25).Vemos en la Biblia muchos ejemplos de aquellos caracterizados por la paciencia en su caminar con Dios. Santiago nos señala a los profetas: “Hermanos míos, tomad como ejemplo de aflicción y de paciencia a los profetas que hablaron en Nombre del Señor.” (Santiago 5:10). Él también se refiere a Job, cuya perseverancia fue recompensada por lo que “. . . el Señor es muy misericordioso y compasivo.” (Santiago 5:11). También Abraham, esperó pacientemente y “… alcanzó la promesa” (Hebreos 6:15). Así como Jesús es nuestro modelo en todas las cosas, así también Él demostró una perseverante paciencia. “…el cual por el gozo puesto delante de Él sufrió la cruz, menospreciando el oprobio, y se sentó a la diestra del trono de Dios.” (Hebreos 12:2).¿Cómo demostramos que la paciencia es una característica de nuestras vidas en Cristo? Primero, dando gracias a Dios. Usualmente, la primer reacción de una persona es “¿Por qué a mí?,” pero la Biblia dice que nos regocijemos en la voluntad de Dios (Filipenses 4:4; 1 Pedro 1:6). Segundo, buscando Sus propósitos. Algunas veces, Dios nos pone en situaciones difíciles con el fin de testificar. Otras veces, Él puede permitir una prueba para la santificación del carácter. El recordar que Su propósito es para nuestro crecimiento y Su gloria, nos ayudará en la prueba. Tercero, recordando Sus promesas, tales como la de Romanos 8:28 que nos dice que “…todas las cosas les ayudan a bien, esto es a los que conforme a su propósito son llamados.” Ese “todas las cosas” incluye las cosas que prueban nuestra paciencia. La próxima vez que te encuentres en un embotellamiento de tráfico, seas traicionado por un amigo, o ridiculizado por tu testimonio, ¿cómo responderás? La respuesta natural es impaciencia, la cual conduce al estrés, enojo y frustración. Gracias a Dios, los cristianos ya no estamos bajo el dominio de una “respuesta natural,” porque tenemos una nueva naturaleza – la naturaleza de Cristo Mismo (2 Corintios 5:17). En vez de eso, tenemos la fortaleza del Señor para responder con paciencia y en completa confianza del poder y los propósitos del Padre. “Vida eterna a los que, perseverando en bien hacer, buscan gloria y honra e inmortalidad.” (Romanos 2:7).

Te mando un abrazo y que Dios te sorprenda.

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Team Infinite Results! March 1st, 2020

Team Infinite is active and coming out strong early in the season!   Thanks to all of our teams efforts in bettering their game and growing our sport!  To add to this list, Ryan Flahive has been doing some manual labor and updating his IAIA course in Sante Fe, NM to get ready for the IAIA Amateur Championship!   Congrats to Jeremy Koling on his bounce ace on an elevated basket at Fountain Hills with his Infinite Discs Concrete Slab!

Better late then never!  Here are the results for the 3rd week of February!

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Rockets to give free Game 5 tickets to Santa Fe High School seniors 

The team wants to honor victims, and provide a break for the community.

Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta is honoring the students and family of Sante Fe High School by giving away tickets to Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals following the shooting that took place last week.

.@TilmanJFertitta on #Rockets plans to honor the victims of the Santa Fe shooting tragedy pregame of game 5 of the Western Conference Finals Thursday at Toyota Center: "We're just trying to do our little piece to make it special for all these special people in Galveston County" pic.twitter.com/as81hd5ypE

— Mark Berman (@MarkBermanFox26) May 23, 2018

300 tickets will be made available to Santa Fe High School seniors, which will be part memorial to those who lost their lives and part distraction at a difficult time. Fertitta outlined the event to ABC 13 in Houston:

“We’re going to bring all the seniors out on the court and recognize them. There’s gonna be a tribute video to the deceased, and we’re going to bring some of the first responders out, and just make it a special night,” Fertitta said. “We’re just trying to do our little bit that’s all. Just trying to make a special day where 30 years from now they think about going to that Western Conference final game instead of what they had to go through their last few days of being a senior.”

Ferfitta, a Galveston, Texas native knows the area well and even sport of how he once played football in Santa Fe. The Rockets are rallying around the community during their playoff run, with Chris Paul echoing the team owner on the community’s need for a distraction right now.

“The city of Houston, we are going to need you. We are going to need you Game 5. The city has been through a tough time with the things at Santa Fe, but hopefully basketball can be a way that people can come and ease their minds if only for a second. So Houston, we are coming home,”

Tickets will be available to be claimed by students until 5 p.m. on Wednesday, May 23. Game 5 will take place on Thursday, with the series tied 2-2.

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2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Changes And Price

2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Changes And Price

2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Changes And Price – 2018 Hyundai Santa FeCrossbreed is the family members-helpful and merely accessible middle of the the-sizing car created by the giant Korean Hyundai. This has been designed to give ease and comfort in all kinds of terrain and has obtained a significant facelift and should be around in a choice of the sports activities model or possibly a full-sized…

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Hyundai zveřejnil podrobné informace o novém voliči terénních režimů pro nové Sante Fe. To je prvním SUV značky Hyundai v Evropě, které je touto technologií integrovaného řízení pohonu a podvozku vybaveno. Systém umožní řidičům optimalizovat provozní vlastnosti na rozmanitých površích včetně písku, sněhu a bláta pouhým otočením ovládacího prvku.

Nový volič terénních režimů, jehož základem je výkonná technologie pohonu všech kol značky Hyundai HTRAC (kombinace slov „Hyundai“ a „traction“), zajišťuje ještě komfortnější jízdu, a to i v náročném terénu. HTRAC automaticky mění rozložení hnací síly mezi přední a zadní kola v závislosti na jízdním, resp. terénním režimu a provozních podmínkách.

„Ve společnosti Hyundai neustále hledáme způsoby, jak zvyšovat kvalitu našich vozidel a dodávat našim zákazníkům ještě prémiovější produkty,“ říká Andreas-Christoph Hofmann, viceprezident společnosti Hyundai Motor Europe, odpovědný za marketing a produkt. „Santa Fe je díky novým prvkům výbavy, jakým je volič terénních režimů, maximálně konkurenceschopné z hlediska vyspělých technologií, komfortu a praktičnosti. Současně však zůstává věrné svým tradicím robustního a odolného SUV pro spolehlivou jízdu v rozmanitých druzích terénu.“

Výběr jízdních a terénních režimů otočením kruhového ovladače

Nové Santa Fe je vybaveno otočným voličem na středové konzole, jehož prostřednictvím si mohou řidiči vybírat ze čtyř jízdních a tří terénních režimů. Pro přepínání mezi jízdními a terénními režimy musí řidič jen jednoduše stisknout tlačítko uprostřed ovladače. Řidič vidí, který jízdní nebo terénní režim je aktivovaný, jak na digitálním panelu přístrojů, tak na displeji multimediálního a navigačního systému.

Jízdní režimy:

Comfort: Provozní vlastnosti pro běžné a úsporné cestování

Sport: Vylepšené provozní vlastnosti díky upravenému účinku posilovače řízení, na výkon orientované charakteristice řazení a rychlejší reakci motoru na pohyby plynového pedálu

Eco: Ještě vyšší hospodárnost pro ekologickou jízdu s upravenými nastaveními pro zrychlování, charakteristiku řazení a činnost klimatizace

Smart: Systém automaticky přepíná mezi módy Eco, Comfort a Sport v závislosti na jízdním stylu

Zatímco jízdní režimy se zaměřují na zvyšování úrovně provozních vlastností a hospodárnosti v závislosti na jízdním stylu, optimalizují jednotlivé terénní režimy nastavení vozidla pro daný povrch. Zvolený terénní režim ovlivňuje průběh točivého momentu motoru, charakteristiku řazení, protiprokluzový systém a rozložení hnací síly mezi nápravy v rámci systému pohonu všech kol.

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Terénní režimy:

Sníh (Snow): Optimalizuje ovladatelnost vozidla minimalizací prokluzu kol, čímž zajišťuje bezpečnou jízdu na kluzkém nebo zasněženém povrchu.

Písek (Sand): Optimalizuje plynulý rozjezd a jízdní vlastnosti za specifických podmínek na měkkém, sypkém povrchu.

Bláto (Mud): Optimalizuje důležité aspekty jízdních vlastností na blátivém povrchu s nízkou úrovní trakce.

Nové Santa Fe

Nové Santa Fe, modernizovaná verze vlajkové lodi značky Hyundai v evropském segmentu SUV, nabízí řadu prémiových vylepšení. Poprvé si mohou zákazníci objednat hybridní nebo plug-in hybridní pohon.

Nové Santa Fe je navíc prvním vozidlem značky Hyundai v Evropě, které využívá zcela novou platformu, přinášející významná vylepšení jízdních vlastností, hospodárnosti a bezpečnosti. Nové Santa Fe zaujme na první pohled novým designem s odvážným a osobitým pojetím i řadou nových technologií a bezpečnostních systémů.

Hyundai přináší uvedená vylepšení u příležitosti 20. výročí nejdéle nabízeného SUV této značky. Elegantní SUV segmentu D, prodávané od roku 2001, je oceňováno pro svůj komfort a prostornost, rozsáhlou standardní výbavu a funkční vnitřní design. Nejnovější řada vylepšení činí z nového modelu Santa Fe ještě prémiovější volbu pro zákazníky, ale současně zachovává tradici opravdového SUV i díky novým prvkům výbavy, jakým je volič terénních režimů. Nový volič terénních režimů se bude dodávat rovněž pro budoucí SUV značky Hyundai. První informace o těchto nových modelech budou zveřejněny v nadcházejících měsících.

Příspěvek Modernizované Hyundai Santa Fe dostalo nový volič terénních režimů pochází z auto-mania.cz