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...between all of the MADs finalists in  the Most Innovative catagory?

Even though I almost never reproduce anything I read on Facebook, I couldn't help steal this from a friend's status and adapt it slightly.  Original source unknown. - = - = - = - = - = - = - = - How do you describe the experience of raising a child with a disability?  To try to help people who have not shared that unique experience to understand it, to imagine how it would feel. It’s like this: When you’re going to have a baby, it’s like planning a fabulous vacation trip to Italy. You buy a bunch of guide books and make your wonderful plans. The Colosseum, the Pantheon, Michelangelo's statue of David, the gondolas in Venice. You may learn some handy phrases in Italian. It’s all very exciting. After months of eager anticipation, the day finally arrives. You pack your bags and off you go.  Several hours later, the plane lands. Upon your exit the stewardess says, “Welcome To Holland”. “ Holland ?!?” you say, “What do you mean “ Holland "? I signed up for It...

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So I was having a quick glance at Google Maps, trying to work out a route between the train station and a venue and noticed something a little odd on the map.  I've taken a couple of screenshots for you: MAJOR GEEK MOMENT!! Click here to see it on Google Maps It's an aircraft flying quite low over London.  I was quite excited because I hadn't seen this one logged on any of the websites that provide links to the weird and wonderful images caught by satellites or another form of aerial photography.  Seeing the Red Arrows lined up at Blackpool Airport or John Travolta's plane on his driveway always makes me smile.  I know, I know... EDIT :  It appears it has been in the news earlier this year.  It was Picture of the Day in the Telegraph back in February.  I'm still quite excited about *my* first "find" though.

Welcome to my occasional series of recommendations.  I get sent all sorts of little gifts and samples to try out so will highlight some from each month when I have been very impressed with the product or the service.

... between the Blue Peter Presenters from the 1970s and Blue Peter Presenters from the 1980s?

It is always hard to find the words to describe Michael...  Quiet... but loud Intricate... but simplistic Gentle... but harsh Deep... but humorous  Clever... but unassuming Individual. Happy 18th Birthday, Michael.