Deconstructing Fiction (For Writers and Readers): Excerpt Deconstructed (2)
Life as a Human on Wed 22 May 2013 at 4:00 AM
This is the second in a series of articles in which author Steven Erikson deconstructs, paragraph by paragraph, an excerpt from his most recent novel Forge of Darkness.Deconstructing Fiction (For Write
Twitter Updates for 2013-05-21
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View from Gonzales Hill
Victoria Daily Photo on Wed 22 May 2013 at 12:01 AM
While the Gonzales Observatory (pictured here Saturday) is itself worth a trip to the top of Gonzales Hill, the view is spectacular. Here, with the observatory behind us we are looking out over Foul Ba
by the way
Shan's Smiles & Winks on Tue 21 May 2013 at 7:38 PM
I'm working on shaking a few things up. Change is a-comin' and it will be ... deliberate.
CRD Open House Thursday May 23rd on their rezoning and OCP amendment application
Bernard von Schulmann's Victoria Vision on Tue 21 May 2013 at 2:52 PM
The CRD will be hosting an open house so that the public can learn more about their rezoning and OCP amendment application for McLoughlin Point. What I find interesting is that the CRD has nothing a
Enter Apartment 4E at Your Own Peril: Release Details
28 Days Later Analysis on Tue 21 May 2013 at 2:49 PM
The indie horror thriller Apartment 4E releases today through One Village. This title received partial funding through a Kickstarter campaign in 2010. And, the film's premise is an interesting one, inv
2013 Peninsula Coop Elections
Bernard von Schulmann's Victoria Vision on Tue 21 May 2013 at 2:28 PM
If you are a member you get to vote.
You should have recieved your ballot if one of the following applies
You voted in either the 2011 or 2012 elections
People that joined between April 1st 2012 and M
Make Mt Doug "Mt Deer"?
TreeWatchVictoria on Tue 21 May 2013 at 2:09 PM
Local native people are telling Saanich to re-name Mt Douglas and the park, in an effort to tweak people's understanding of local history. History is what it is, and veiling parts of the past that so
GLOBAL WARMING UNMASKED: The Hidden Agenda: Catholic Investigative Agency's Micha
LA ROSA on Tue 21 May 2013 at 1:35 PM
Global Warming Unmasked RealCatholicTV·1,243 videos Uploaded on Dec 9, 2010 http://www.realcatholictv.com/cia/04G… Are the environmental movements and groups simply devoted to laudable, correct s
Amazing Coffee at Parsonage Cafe
Good Food on Tue 21 May 2013 at 1:14 PM
My friend Aaron and I went for a coffee during the election. Aaron suggested Parsonage Cafe which is one I tend to forget about but I know Aaron is a total foodie guy and knows his coffee. He also
3 Questions in Your Client's Mind
Collaborative Journeys on Tue 21 May 2013 at 11:59 AM
Putting yourself in the other person's shoes is a good thing. And, if you're a professional service provider, doubly so. What goes on in your client's mind? What triggers them, to feel that
The tenacity of hope
Jody Paterson on Tue 21 May 2013 at 10:33 AM
Spending every Sunday for more than a year now with a ragtag group of kids from deprived, troubled childhoods has turned out to be a surprisingly heartening experience.The kids at Angelitos Felices fos
May 21 Market Update
HouseHuntVictoria on Tue 21 May 2013 at 10:30 AM
MLS numbers update courtesy of the VREB via Marko Juras. These numbers are for the Victoria Real Estate Board's reporting area, including Sooke, Shawnigan Lake and the Gulf Islands.May 2013May 2012 W
How to House Sit Your Way Around the World
classroom CANADA by Victoria Westcott on Tue 21 May 2013 at 8:04 AM
I've recently embraced a "Location Independent" lifestyle, which is kind of a fancy way of saying "homeless."
Seriously. Hear me out...
For 6 years I've run Classroom Canada out of a small home base
A conversation Joanna shared with a guide
Circles within Circles on Tue 21 May 2013 at 5:53 AM
Do you have any messages for us before we start with questions? Those of us of the light truly desire questions to be placed for it is not our work or desire to put our input into your world. So, you a
Our Playgroup
Life as a Human on Tue 21 May 2013 at 4:00 AM
This group of women - the playgroup - has shifted and changed as our children have grown, but one thing that has not changed is the amazing support that I feel whenever I think of you Bonnie, or Norma
JOHN B SINCLAIR: Reality Check
FiftyWordStories on Tue 21 May 2013 at 3:00 AM
2184: Earth's survivors occupy government-controlled cells provided with oxygen, power and sustenance, or OPS. Number 215296045 activates his TV to discover he is live on screen. "Tonight's randomly ch
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Gonzales Observatory
Victoria Daily Photo on Tue 21 May 2013 at 12:01 AM
Like lighthouses, observatories are similarly appealing to photographers. Like Gonzales Observatory above, usually they are perched on the very peak of some eminence and they are interestingly shaped a
Official M14 Spoiler Card
LoadingReadyRun on Tue 21 May 2013 at 12:00 AM
Another spoiler card from our friends at Wizards. It's for the Magic 2014 Core Set, and it's another of your friendly neighbourhood slivers.
Quick & Consistent
LoadingReadyRun on Tue 21 May 2013 at 12:00 AM
Precision will be the key to victory for the Artists in today's challenge.
Better Business Bureau Urges Donor Caution After Tornadoes
Better Business Bureau on Mon 20 May 2013 at 10:00 PM
In the wake of the devastating tornadoes that ripped through Oklahoma yesterday, and in north Texas last week, Better Business Bureau and BBB Wise Giving Alliance have issued tips to help donors make s
RAY MANZAREK, Greatest Rock Keyboardist (so far) R.I.P. + BOB MASSE classic DOORS
Rockland on Mon 20 May 2013 at 7:18 PM
BOB MASSE POSTER: crewchro.blogspot.ca 20/07/1967 Victoria Memorial Arena, Victoria, Canada 21/07/1967 Dante's Inferno, Vancouver, Canada 22/07/1967 Dante's Inferno, Vancouver, Canada 22/07/1967 ABC St
Transient Orcas! May 13th & 14th, 2013
Five Star Whale Watching on Mon 20 May 2013 at 4:48 PM
Here are some awesome images by Ron Bates, MMRG, from our recent encounters with Transient Orcas, the TO49's and TO65's! April & May have been incredible for Transient Orca encounters.
Viola Sylvesta
Shan's Smiles & Winks on Mon 20 May 2013 at 1:51 PM
I shared this post last year on Angela Kelsey's women-honouring blog in celebration of my grandma's 100th birthday. I re-share it here today as we both mourn and celebrate her passing last night. I say
Dusk Blooms
Victoria Daily Photo on Mon 20 May 2013 at 12:57 PM
I love when the clematis on our front porch blooms, it is endlessly beautiful. - Fern
Transient Orcas, TO20 & TO21! May 12th, 2013
Five Star Whale Watching on Mon 20 May 2013 at 12:45 PM
Here are some wonderful images by Ron Bates, MMRG, from today's encounter with Transient Orcas, TO20 & TO21. These two Transient Orcas have been sighted in the area several times this season as they pa
May 13/13 Operations Policy and Planning Committee: The Record, Off the Record: I
Lined Paper on Mon 20 May 2013 at 12:37 PM
"The Panel recommends against the use of cordless phones (DECT phones) and other wireless devices, toys and baby monitors, wireless internet, wireless security systems, and wireless power transmitters
Marvelous May
My Garden on Mon 20 May 2013 at 12:12 PM
This is a Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba' that grows in the back garden border under the western red cedar. It is said to be invasive but mine has taken many years to get to this size. I suppose co
Gray Whale near Becher Bay! May 9th, 2013
Five Star Whale Watching on Mon 20 May 2013 at 12:07 PM
Here are some great images by Ron Bates, MMRG, from today's rare encounter with a Gray Whale near Becher Bay! This particular Gray Whale is a frequent visitor to the Salish Sea, but usually is spotted
This Missionary Has a Message to Deliver with a Bible and a Knife: Official Trail
28 Days Later Analysis on Mon 20 May 2013 at 10:21 AM
Tagline: "Say your prayers."
Missionary is a thriller from director Anthony DiBlasi (Midnight Meat Train). This title was completed in 2012. Recently, Tombstone Distribution has begun representation
more on the movement
Inside Awareness Blog on Mon 20 May 2013 at 9:34 AM
CLICK PIC FOR MORE ON THE METHOD OF MOVEMENT
DESCENT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT: The Advocate descends on the burning heads of Our Lor
LA ROSA on Mon 20 May 2013 at 8:53 AM
Description English: Derivative work. Original image was taken by bobsh_t Flickr user. Date 9 May 2011 Source http://www.flickr.com/photos/frted/5713011900/ Author bobosh_t
PENTECOST ICONS: Cloisonne enamel on gold by unknown 12th century artist, Tibilis
LA ROSA on Mon 20 May 2013 at 8:22 AM
Artist Unknown Title Icon Date 12th century Medium Cloisonne enamel on gold Dimensions 13.5 × 10.5 cm (5.3 × 4.1 in) Current location The State Museum of Fine Arts of Georgia Tbilisi Source/Photogra
The Country Diary of a Victorian Lady
Life as a Human on Mon 20 May 2013 at 8:00 AM
More than ever this spring, I get it….why "In spring a young man's fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love.” Why we celebrate, with a twinkle in our eyes and a full, light heart, the "birds and the
REBECCA: Not Again
FiftyWordStories on Mon 20 May 2013 at 3:00 AM
He'd stood her up again. He always broke his promises, and this time she was furious. No longer would she wait for him. He treated her as if she didn't exist. She was finished! Resolved in her decision
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Mete Sarabi, Champaign, Illinois, USA
Mailarta Queen of Poste on Sun 19 May 2013 at 11:01 PM
Thanks Mete . . already a new package started . .
Portland Rock 'n Roll Half Marathon
The Gym Is My New Boyfriend on Sun 19 May 2013 at 10:39 PM
Today, was my first half marathon of the season. BF, his dad, and I drove to Portland yesterday for the race. It was their first major expo and they both thoroughly enjoyed it. The Rock n' Roll series
disenchanted
Trampled by Geese on Sun 19 May 2013 at 10:32 PM
I've been feeling disenchanted with the internet of late. The thing is, I feel that the internet could be, and quite frankly should be, a place where people can get together and share knowledge about
"The Entrance"
artist Linny D. Vine on Sun 19 May 2013 at 7:54 PM
Oh my gosh, it's the entrance to TOSH!!As in, "The Old School House Arts Centre"(Qualicum Beach, BC Canada)in the Linnyland long and leaner Linnyism style!-----------------------"The Entrance"oil on ca
"Multiple Choice" Opened and Ongoing!
Mercurio Gallery on Sun 19 May 2013 at 4:19 PM
Wow!What a turnout for the opening bash of MULTIPLE CHOICE on Saturday, and what a large quantity of enthusiasm expressed for the show! If you weren't among the folks that stopped by yesterday to meet
The Canadian Rockies - Over, Under or Through
Victoria Daily Photo on Sun 19 May 2013 at 11:53 AM
I recently made a quick trip to Calgary Alberta, flying there and then driving back through the mountains. The mountains looked spectacular still covered in snow.
Here we are driving west, leaving C
ANIMAL DISEASE DISASTERS RISK HUMAN HEALTH, according to Globalist eugenicist 'On
LA ROSA on Sun 19 May 2013 at 10:28 AM
Animal Diseases & Humans Important informational links: http://www.cdc.gov/parasites/animals.html http://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/vetext/INF-DI/ZVBD-nat-disasters.pdf http://www.avma.org/disaster/link
Integrating the Value of Responsibility
Inside Awareness Blog on Sun 19 May 2013 at 9:33 AM
Life Area: Autonomy getting InTouch Compassionate Communication is for the purpose of developing a connection to inner self. The purpose: moving into a conscious understanding of one's motivation
GLOBALIST U.N. FOOD AGRICULTURE ORGANIZATION advocates 'Sustainable diets, "One H
LA ROSA on Sun 19 May 2013 at 9:31 AM
Edible insects Future prospects for food and feed security FAO Forestry Paper 171 FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ORGANIZATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS Rome, 2013 Download Full Report - 5.7Mb Contents Foreword Ab
Too broke, or too disorganized, to keep the national gallery open
Paul Willcocks on Sun 19 May 2013 at 6:24 AM
The Honduran National Gallery of Art locked its doors this week.The government hasn't provided any money since January. Staff haven't been paid since November. They finally quit coming to work, and now
The Fashionista
Life as a Human on Sun 19 May 2013 at 4:00 AM
Mother and daughter have radically different attitudes toward weddings, including what to wear.The Fashionista is a post from: LIFE AS A HUMAN
Tarmac Meditations #123: Love Poem #38
Life as a Human on Sun 19 May 2013 at 4:00 AM
Written over many years, this piece came back to me this morning. I thought that I wanted to run but it turned out that I needed to write.Tarmac Meditations #123: Love Poem #38 is a post from: LIFE AS
Twitter Updates for 2013-05-18
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1000 animal rights advocates for marineland opening today
a room of my own on Sat 18 May 2013 at 9:16 PM
"Borrowed Light”
Elizabeth Tweets on Sat 18 May 2013 at 7:12 PM
Our son Samuel focused on the prism-effect and shadows for this sculpture and he calls it "Borrowed Light” - a phrase that my father used to use to describe a room that doesn't have light of its own
In Remembrance of Suzanne
Circles within Circles on Sat 18 May 2013 at 4:49 PM
This week a very dear friend of mine passed over. Suzanne was not only a friend to all of us in Circles, she was a wonderful supporter. I met her about 30 years ago when she and a friend came for a re
Tee hee hee!!!!
Crumpled Paper on Sat 18 May 2013 at 11:49 AM
I am so effin excited about this whole wedding thing, if only for the fact that I'm getting to do all these cool things I've always wanted to do but never had an excuse for! I'm excited for all the o
First we take Manhattan…
Victoria Spirit on Sat 18 May 2013 at 11:05 AM
Signed, sealed, delivered: our spirits are now south of the border! Long have we teased our American friends - tantalizing palates at Tales of the Cocktail, at competitions, and events, but leaving n
The 200
HouseHuntVictoria on Sat 18 May 2013 at 10:34 AM
Comment madness? No...Amazing how interest rates have continued to come down and improve affordability. Carry on.
[SHIFT-IT School] Get Solid Biz Know How to Become a Thriving Soloentrepreneur
Christina Merkley The SHIFT-IT Coach on Sat 18 May 2013 at 10:00 AM
I'm in Los Angeles, California today … co-leading our THEO Accelerator Retreat. Thank goodness for the power of technology to deliver while I'm "at the wall” visually scribing away! Just an FYI tha
May is Labyrinth Awareness Month at Oneness Wednesdays
Inside Awareness Blog on Sat 18 May 2013 at 6:35 AM
What the World Needs Now
Life as a Human on Sat 18 May 2013 at 4:00 AM
A talk on love by a well known Australian cartoonist causes the author to reflect on the need for love and respect in an increasingly uncaring and violent world.What the World Needs Now is a post from:
Dark Circles and Shadowy Figures: A Movie Review
28 Days Later Analysis on Sat 18 May 2013 at 4:00 AM
*there are spoilers here.
Tagline: "In this home, no one sleeps."
Director/writer: Paul Soter.
Cast: Johnathon Schaech, Andrea Frankle, Pell James, and Philippe Brenninkmeyer.
Dark Circles
Trailer Park Poet - Part 3
Life as a Human on Sat 18 May 2013 at 3:00 AM
An attempt to describe the journeys of my life, the ones I've escaped to help others. - The trailer park series is an attempt to touch the heart of what it means to be a woman hearing these words, and
Twitter Updates for 2013-05-17
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Mystery Grass
Victoria Daily Photo on Sat 18 May 2013 at 12:01 AM
Whenever I visit Mount Douglas Park I always visit a small swampy area because it has such a grand stand of Skunk Cabbage and to see the wonderful cuneiform of deer hoofprints in the black mud. On my l
Sole, the original Fast Food
Real Food Made Easy on Fri 17 May 2013 at 8:22 PM
If you are looking for a fast dinner option that is rel [...]
Weekend Yoga Jean Specials!
Not Just Pretty on Fri 17 May 2013 at 8:10 PM
New for spring… Peaches & Cream Print Ankle Length Yoga Jeans Made in Montreal Long Weekend Special! Just mention the code, Love these jeans! and get 10% off any Yoga Jean style! Online customers can
This is not my web
clintlalonde.net on Fri 17 May 2013 at 5:16 PM
#bbpBox_335085760724209664 a { text-decoration:none; color:#505C56; }#bbpBox_335085760724209664 a:hover { text-decoration:underline; }So after a lot of thought, I've decided to scrap the comments secti
I Love Deliveries!
Crumpled Paper on Fri 17 May 2013 at 12:37 PM
I've always loved deliveries and I've been an on-line shopper for years. But I have never received as many deliveries as I have the last few months as I really dive into finishing my wedding planni
"You Gotta Eat Here” tv show returns to Victoria for a second helping
Vibrantvictoria on Fri 17 May 2013 at 11:52 AM
Popular eateries Bin 4 Burger Lounge, Foo Asian Street Food and Pig BBQ Joint to be featured on Food Network Canada's popular comfort food exposé.
2,000 PEOPLE ATTENDED MARCH FOR LIFE VICTORIA 2013: "Killing females because of t
LA ROSA on Fri 17 May 2013 at 9:21 AM
CANADA, May 16, 2013 (LifeSiteNews.com) - While an estimated 25,000 pro-lifers gathered in the nation's capital on May 9 for the Canadian National March for Life, thousands more took to the streets on
http://club-mud.blogspot.com/2013/05/hi-all-since-our-group-is-down-this.html
CLUB MUD on Fri 17 May 2013 at 7:27 AM
Hi all,Since our group is down this weekend (due to the vacations and tornado chasing) we are going to postpone the Salt Spring hike and do something closer to home.Let's meet at West Shore Serious Cof
Making A Difference: Katie Mogan Graham - Global Mothers
Life as a Human on Fri 17 May 2013 at 4:00 AM
A Life As A Human Interview: We believe that every product has a story, and that this story should be told. Global Mothers works with NGOs in the Global South, helping artisans design and make fair tra
DEEPA JACOBS: The Beans Were Bitter
FiftyWordStories on Fri 17 May 2013 at 3:00 AM
Every day I waited for a smile, a nod, an exchange worth more than a foam cup and some change. Recognition of our inevitable perfection. Today you looked my way. For the briefest moment, our eyes met o
10 Reasons to Think Twice Before Getting a Family Dog
AdviceScene on Fri 17 May 2013 at 2:17 AM
The addition of a dog to your family can be a great way to get your kids more involved in the running of the household, give them a sense of responsibility and bring joy to everyone that lives in your
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Robert J. Wiersema, The World More Full of Weeping
boughtbooks on Fri 17 May 2013 at 12:46 AM
I'm an avowed fan of Rob Wiersema's novels, as I've said more than once. He's got the chops to write literary fiction, for whatever the hell that's worth, but clearly he'd rather write something that a
