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fetchmearum420 · 9 months

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Read can low key get it

He cute

#george read the egg #George read #1776 musical #1776 film #Leo Leyden

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here-a-lee-there-a-lee · 1 year

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idk, i just think james wilson and george read being so eager to talk/sit with each other is sweet

#1776 the musical #1776 #1776 movie #1776 1972 film #james wilson #george read #emory bass #leo leyden

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mariocki · 1 year

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The Saint: Little Girl Lost (5.10, ITC, 1966)

"You're wonderful! Why should you do this for me, taking all these risks?"

"Oh, because you, uh, have a talent for embroidering the truth which fascinates me."

"But that's not the only reason, is it?"

"No. No, your father took over my favourite brewery and the beer's been terrible ever since."

#the saint #little girl lost #itc #1966 #leslie charteris #roy ward baker #leigh vance #roger moore #june ritchie #noel purcell #shay gorman #maurice good #edward burnham #leo leyden #colette dunne #gerry duggan #betty cardno #peter ellis #eve belton #kevin flood #i may have blinked and missed it before‚ but i think this is the first time we've seen the Saintmobile this series (and it features quite #significantly). a strange mish mash episode this: starts as truly insane as the s5 eps have erred so far‚ with a preposterous story about #Hitler's daughter; it morphs into a sort of character study of the young lady in question‚ similar in set up to the women's name episodes #from much earlier in the run (2.3 Judith or 2.6 Marcia for example) before finally changing again into a kind of convoluted kidnap plot #the end attempts to marry the three strands together and is only somewhat successful‚ but I must admit Ritchie is very charming in the #closing act and those scenes really are quite entertaining. the scenes involving a group of tinkers brewing some strong alcohol in a bath #tub in the middle of a forest are.. less fun‚ and shed an unfortunate light on the popular concept of Ireland in the uk in 1966 (at least #as far as itc were concerned). Purcell is a fun guest even if he is playing the same character he always seemed to play in just about #every tv spot he had in his long and distinguished career

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Do you think any Lorre characters have any sort of special objects (maybe something from their past, likely of sentimental value) that they keep with them for good luck? I could see at least one of them (maybe polo or louie) having an old, severely careworn toy from their childhood as a comforting keepsake or lucky charm.

Awww, how sweet. ^-^ I believe some of his characters are certainly more sentimental than others, and would likely hang onto keepsakes. For some reason I thought of Cornelius Leyden. Surely he has picked up several prized souvenirs from past journeys around the world. I like to imagine his writing/study room is stuffed with an assortment of collectibles, old maps, reference books, and handmade trinkets he paid too much money for at some open-air market. It inspires him.

And while Peter didn't exactly play this role, I created one such character with him in mind! My OC Leo Becker has just one object of sentimental value, an engraved gold watch that was given to him by his Geology department when he earned his PhD. He has never given it up, not even when he was forced to flee Germany and really could have used the money from selling it. It reminds him of simpler, more innocent times. He always planned to give it to his eldest son one day. Only trouble is, his eldest boys are twins, and he's still trying to figure out which one to pass it down to. Or both, or neither. :P

#peter lorre #asks #thanks :)

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cultfaction · 2 years

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The Unforeseen

The Unforeseen was a anthology mystery series which aired from 1958 to 1960 and was seen in the UK on Granada television. Each episode was a short play covering the inexplicable, the supernatural, the occult or science fiction. Each episode had it’s own writer, director, and actors. It ran for two seasons (58 episodes). Across its run the likes of Barry Morse, Gillie Fenwick, Ivor Barry, George…

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harvard-art-museums-prints · 3 years

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Portrait of a Young Man with a Skull, Lucas van Leyden, c. 1519, Harvard Art Museums: Prints

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Purchase through the generosity of the Fanny and Leo Koerner Charitable Trust and the Susan and Richard Bennett Fund Size: 19.6 x 15.5 cm (7 11/16 x 6 1/8 in.)

https://www.harvardartmuseums.org/collections/object/254308

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fromthe-point · 5 years

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The Ontario Hockey League hosted the 2018-19 OHL Awards Ceremony on Wednesday afternoon in the Hockey Hall of Fame’s Great Hall in Toronto.

2018-19 OHL Award Winners:

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (Sudbury Wolves) – Red Tilson Trophy / Most Outstanding Player and OHL Goaltender of the Year – presented by Janes.

Evan Bouchard (London Knights) – Max Kaminsky Trophy / Defenceman of the Year – presented by Real Canadian Superstore.

Quinton Byfield (Sudbury Wolves) – Emms Family Award / Rookie of the Year – presented by Wawanesa.

Andre Tourigny (Ottawa 67’s) – Matt Leyden Trophy / Coach of the Year.

Jason Robertson (Niagara IceDogs) – Eddie Powers Memorial Trophy / Top Scorer

Justin Brazeau (North Bay Battalion) – Leo Lalonde Memorial Trophy / Overage Player of the Year

Nick Suzuki (Guelph Storm) – William Hanley Memorial Trophy / Most Sportsmanlike Player – presented by Ashley HomeStore.

Nicholas Canade (Mississauga Steelheads) – Dan Snyder Memorial Trophy / Humanitarian of the Year – presented by Kia Canada.

Isaac Ratcliffe (Guelph Storm) – Mickey Renaud Captain’s Trophy.

Thomas Harley (Mississauga Steelheads) – Bobby Smith Trophy / Scholastic Player of the Year – presented by CIBC.

Sasha Chmelevski (Ottawa 67’s) – Roger Neilson Memorial Award / Top Academic University Player.

Mack Guzda (Owen Sound Attack) & Zack Terry (Guelph Storm) – Ivan Tennant Memorial Award / Top Academic High School Player.

#chl #ohl #hockey #t:news #s:award #s:prospects

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tipsycad147 · 5 years

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Lugh – Master of Skills

By shirleytwofeathers

Lugh (pronounced LOO) was known to the Celts as a god of craftsmanship and skill — in fact, he was known as the Many-Skilled God, because he was good at so many different things. In one legend, Lugh arrives at Tara, and is denied entrance. He enumerates all the great things he can do, and each time the guard says, “Sorry, we’ve already got someone here who can do that.” Finally Lugh asks, “Ah, but do you have anyone here who can do them ALL?”

Origin: Celtic

Attributes: Magical spear, harp

Bird: Raven

Animal: Lion, horse

Planet: Sun

Plant: Red corn cockles

Lugh, Lord of Craftsmanship, Light, Victory and War, is a master builder, harpist, poet, warrior, sorcerer, metalworker, cupbearer and physician. It’s hard to envision anything at which Lugh does not excel.

Also known as: Lug, Luc, Lugos, Lleu Llaw Gyffes, Bright One of the Skilful Hand

Favoured people: Artisans, crafts people, poets, artists, physicians, soldiers, and warriors.

Manifestation: Shining, handsome, charming and witty. He has a silver tongue to match his skilful hands.

Consorts: Lugh has different consorts in different locations but he was frequently linked to Rosemerta.

Spirit Allies: Lugh shared the city of Lyon with Kybele and Paris with Isis. In battle, Lugh used his own weapons but also those belonging to Manannan.

Lugh was venerated throughout the ancient Celtic world. Modern scholars perceive him as especially significant because his veneration indicates the existence of pan-Celtic spiritual traditions. (Celts once ruled a huge swathe of continental Europe before being forced to the very edges of the continent.)

At least fourteen European cities are named for Lugh including Laon, Leyden, Loudon and Lyon. Lyon’s old name was Lugduhum, meaning “Lugh’s Fort.” Tat city is believed to have been his cult centre. Its coins bore the images of ravens which may be a reference to Lugh. Carlisle in England, the former Lugubalium, is also named in Lugh’s honor. Some theorize that Lugh’s name is reflected in an older name for paris: Lutetia.

The Romans identified Lugh with Mercury. Many European churches dedicated to Michael the Archangel are believed to have been built over sites once dedicated to Lugh. Post-Christianity many of Lugh’s sacred functions were reassigned to saints like Patrick and Luke.

Lugh apparently travelled westward through Europe. Irish and Welsh myths describe his first appearance in their pantheon. He is greeted with resistance from women in Wales. His first public act in Ireland is to join battle with the Tuatha De Danaan (his father’s people) against the Fomorian, his mother’s people. Lugh chooses allegiance with the paternal line; the myth may be interpreted as indicating the beginnings of patriarchy in Ireland.

Feast: August 1st

August 1st is the festival of Lughnasadh. Lughnasadh (sometimes spelled Lughnasa) means “the marriage of Lugh.” Lugh the sun and the Earth Mother renew their wedding vows annually during the full moon in August and invite all to gather and revel with them. Lughnasadh celebrates the consummation of their sacred relationship.

Once upon a time, Lughnasadh was a four week festival.: the last two weeks of July and the first two weeks of August, roughly corresponding to when the sun is in Leo, the astrological sign that belongs to the sun and epitomizes its power. In modern Irish Gaelic, the month of August is Lunasa. However the modern Wiccan sabbat of Lughnasadh is almost always devoted solely to the eve of July 31 leading into Lughnasadh Day on August 1st.

Celebrating Lugh Today:

Lughnasadh is a pagan holiday is dedicated to this capable God, and is celebrated every year on August 1st.

Take the opportunity this day to celebrate your own skills and abilities, and make an offering to Lugh to honour him, the god of craftsmanship.

Here’s How:

Before you begin, take a personal inventory. What are your strong points? Everyone has a talent — some have many, some have one that they’re really good at. Are you a poet or writer? Do you sing? How about needlecraft, woodworking, or beading? Can you tap dance? Do you cook? How about painting? Think about all the things you can do — and all of the things you’d like to learn to do, and the things you’d like to get better at. Once you sit down and think about it, you might be surprised to realise how accomplished you really are.

Decorate your altar with items related to your skill or talent. If your skill relates to something tangible, like sewing or jewellery-making, put some of your craft supplies on the altar. If it’s an ability to DO, rather than MAKE, such as dancing or singing, put some symbol of your ability on your altar. Do you have a favorite outfit you wear when you dance? A particular song lyric that you know you’re fabulous with? Add as many items as you like to your altar.

You’ll need a candle to symbolise Lugh, the god. Any harvest colour is good, because he came up with the idea of a grain festival to honour his foster mother, Tailtiu. Place the candle on your altar in the centre. Feel free to add some stalks of grain if you like — you can combine this rite with one honouring the harvest, if you choose.

Light the candle, and take a moment to think about all the things you are good at. What are they? Are you proud of your accomplishments? Now’s your chance to boast a little, and take some pride in what you’ve learned to do.

Announce your own talents in the following incantation. Say:

Mighty Lugh, the many-skilled god, he who is a patron of the arts, a master of trades, and a silver-tongued bard. Today I honour you, for I am skilled as well. I am deft with a needle, strong of voice, and paint beauty with my brush strokes.*

*Obviously, you would insert your pride in your own skills here.

Now, consider what you wish to improve upon. Is your tennis-playing out of whack? Do you feel inadequate at bungee jumping, yodelling, or drawing?

Now’s the time to ask Lugh for his blessing. Say:

Lugh, many-skilled one, I ask you to shine upon me. Share your gifts with me, and make me strong in skill.

At this time, you should make an offering of some sort. The ancients made offerings in exchange for the blessings of their gods — quite simply, petitioning a god was a reciprocal act, a system of exchange. Your offering can a tangible one: grain, fruit, wine, or even a sample of your own talents and skills — imagine dedicating a song or painting to Lugh. It can also be an offering of time or loyalty. Whatever it is, it should come from the heart.

Say:

I thank you, mighty Lugh, for hearing my words tonight. I thank you for blessing me with the skills I have. I make this offering of (whatever it is you are offering) to you as a small token of honour.

Take a few more moments and reflect on your own abilities. Do you have faith in your skills, or do you deflect compliments from others? Are you insecure about your abilities, or do you feel a surge of pride when you sew/dance/sing/hula hoop? Meditate on your offering to Lugh for a few moments, and when you are ready, end the ritual.

Tips:

If you are performing this rite as part of a group, family or coven setting, go around in a circle and have each person take their turn to express their pride in their work, and to make their offerings to Lugh.

Sources: Encyclopedia of Spirits and PaganWiccan

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tamayokny · 7 years

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The Pacific Horoscope

Aries: Mary Houston Phillips, Virginia Grey, Elmo "Gunny" Haney*

Taurus: Clifford "Steve" Evanson, Elmo "Gunny" Haney*

Gemini: Robert Oswalt

Cancer: Wilbur "Bud" Conley, Lewis "Chesty" Puller

Leo: Romus Volton (RV) Burgin, Jay De L'Eau, Andrew "Ack-Ack" Haldane, Charles "Chuck" Tatum

Virgo: Sidney Phillips, Jr., Edward Sledge, Jr.

Libra: Lew "Chuckler" Juergens

Scorpio: John Basilone, Eugene Sledge, Edward Sledge, Sr., Charles Womack

Sagittarius: Robert "Lucky" Leckie

Capricorn: William "Bill" "Hoosier" Smith

Aquarius: Merriell "Snafu" Shelton, William "Bill" Leyden, George Basilone

Pisces: Hugh "Ivy League" Corrigan, Lena Riggi Basilone, Alexander Vandegrift

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ernstvanleyden · 6 years

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Ernst van Leyden

Born in: 1892 - Rotterdam (the Netherlands) Died in: 1969 - Versailles (France)

Ernst van Leyden was an extremely productive and versatile artist, hugely inspired by his numerous travels: his use of warm colours, striking compositions, and strong rendition – whether figurative or abstract – of people, animals, objects and landscapes made him a thoroughly appreciated artist within a circle of peers and friends to which Picasso, Salvador Dali and Willem

de Kooning belonged as well

1892-1919 Oscar Moritz Ernst Leyden was born on 16 May 1892 in Rotterdam. In 1916 Ernst established his first studio in Amsterdam and exhibited with the St Lucas group and at the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam. He joined Dr Schoenmakers group in Laren where he met Mondrian, Rietvelt, van Doesberg and Van der Lek. Whilst his friends, Mondrian, Jan Sluyters, Charles Toorop, Leo Gestel, Van de Vegte and Wim Hussem were going to Vollendam Ernst set up a studio on the island of Urk.

1919-1926 At this time Ernst began travelling to and painting in exotic places bringing back his work to exhibit and sell in Holland. He built a remarkable artist’s studio on a peninsula in the Loosdrecht lakes on stilts over the water and called it “De Hooge Wilgen”. In 1923 he received the Queen Wilhelmina Grant which allowed him to establish a studio in Paris.

1926-1939 During a trip to Ascona in 1927 Ernst met Karin Kluth. It was love at first sight. From that moment they were inseparable although it wasn’t until 1932 that they married, shortly before the birth of their son Ragnar. After 1935 the family spent its time between Loosdrecht and Hatherop Castle in England where Karin painted murals. In 1937 Ernst exhibited with Jan Sluyters, his mentor and friend, at the Stedelijk Museum (Holland). On 31st November 1939 the family caught the last boat for New York.

1939-1957| Established artists in Europe, they now had to start anew in the United States. At this time the Leydens became the van Leydens. On a zigzagging discovery trip across the States to Mexico to renew their tourist visas in 1941 Ernst and Karin were so enchanted by Southern California that they decided to stay. Portraitists of the rich and famous such as Basil Rathbone, Thomas Mann and Gloria Vanderbilt they also make glass tile murals for luxurious homes, restaurants and hotels.

1957-1969 Ernst exhibited his abstract work for the first time, leaving California in 1957. A 1959 trip to Vallauris inspires his ceramic work. Ernst turned to collage as a medium. He made frequent trips to the U.S. and Venice throughout his extremely active last decade including a trip around the world in 1965. Ernst collapsed in the summer of 1969. During his convalescence he reverted briefly to figurative work before his death at the end of the year.

Around the world Holland 1892 Born Rotterdam 1916 Studio on Spuistraat, Amsterdam 1919 Studio at Geelvink, Amsterdam 1916-1919 Studio at Urk 1919-1939 Studio at “De Hooge Wilgen”, Loosdrecht

USA 1940-41 360E 55th St, New York then Sneden’s Landing. 1941-42 Santa Monica Canyon 1942-57 Brentwood, Los Angeles. 1942-57 Several extended trips to Mexico

France 1926-32 Cité des Arts, Paris 1949-51 Rue des Martyrs, Paris 1957-59 Rue de Seine, Paris 1963-69 L’Enclos sur Lieutel, les Yvelinesa 17th century farm building near Paris

Mediterranean 1919-39 Syria, Morocco, Spain, Sicily, Turkey, Dubrovnic, Egypt, Aswan, Taormina, Positano, Capri, Rome, Venice 1930-35 Ernst and Karin lease a quinta in Rio de Milho in Portugal returning to Loosdrecht and Paris for exhibitions and social contacts. 1957-63 Fondamenta Bonlini, Venice

World trip In 1965 Ernst undertook a long trip around the world, this exposure to Buddhist and Zen culture influenced much of his later work.

Teheran Kaboul Phnom Penh Bombay Tokyo Hawaii Los Angeles Paris

Friends and Acquaintances Frank Lloyd Wright, Charles Chaplin, Vincent Price, Charles Laughton, Man Ray, Igor Stravinsky, Christopher Isherwood, Aldous Huxley, Joep Nicolas, Tyrone Power, Noel Coward, Peggy Guggenheim, George Cukor, Serge Lifar, Octavio Paz, Prevert, Gloria Vanderbilt, Tamara de Lempicka, Louise de Vilmorin, Zadkine, Baron James Ensor, Willem de Koning, Ruffino Tamayo, Yanko Varda, Edgar Tytgat, Jean Cocteau, Jan Sluyters, Marc Chagall, Salvador Dali, Piet Mondrian, Leonor Fini, Van Dongen, Karel Appel, Michel Tapié, Fernand Crommelynck, Jany Roland-Holst, Picasso, Berthold Brecht, Bertrand Russell, Henry Miller, Diego Rivera

https://allaboutart.nl/artists/rembrandt/

#vanleyden #ernstvanleyden

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fetchmearum420 · 6 months

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Appreciation post for the weasel

#George read #Leo Leyden #1776 musical #1776 film

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mariocki · 2 years

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The Saint: The Sign of the Claw (3.18, ITC, 1965)

"Before you die, you'll regret that!"

"I regret it now; I should have snapped your leg off."

#the saint #the sign of the claw #leslie charteris #terry nation #leslie norman #roger moore #suzan farmer #peter copley #godfrey quigley #geoffrey frederick #leo leyden #kenjin takari #burt kwouk #john rees #kristopher kum #michael chow #anthony chinn #per the end credits‚ this ep is based on a Charteris short story called Arizona about a nazi scientist trying to steal a ranch in the US of #A; Nation appears to have used only the ranch aspect in his script‚ bc this is another unusually topical Saint ep. we're in nowhere more #specific than South East Asia‚ but reading between the lines this is clearly Borneo at the height of the Indonesia Malaysia conflict #old Tel is surprisingly forthright in his politics once or twice; Simon's opening monologue is all about how‚ despite the use of euphemism #this really should be considered a war (an actual criticism leveled both then and since) and later uses a villainous white character to #suggest that perhaps colonialism isn't actually all that great and self governing for former colonies is right and proper. i mean it isn't #a hugely leftwing script or anything‚ but by Saint standards this is almost radical. there are some choices in language which are #regrettable (by both the villains and Simon) but notably this is maybe the first episode in such a setting to not feature any yellowface #and actually cast asian actors (a low bar but one frequently limbo'd under by 60s tv). Kwouk had worked for ITC as a regular on The #Sentimental Agent and would pop up in many of their shows. it didn't occur to me until the episode had finished‚ but i have no idea to what #the title refers; there is no claw nor sign of it‚ and whilst i get Terry couldn't exactly call it Arizona‚ it's a weird choice. also i #feel obliged to point out to any potential viewers of a delicate disposition regarding war films etc; this is perhaps the most bloodthirsty #episode so far‚ with Simon alone gunning down half a dozen or more ppl. the jungle sets are surprisingly well realised too for sound stages

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fromthe-point · 5 years

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Toronto, ON – The Ontario Hockey League today announced the finalists for seven of the league’s major awards for the 2018-19 regular season.

2018-19 OHL Awards Finalists:

Rookie of the Year / Emms Family Award Finalists: Quinton Byfield (Sudbury Wolves) Jamie Drysdale (Erie Otters) Cole Perfetti (Saginaw Spirit) Jacob Perreault (Sarnia Sting) Marco Rossi (Ottawa 67’s) Tyler Tullio (Oshawa Generals)

Overage Player of the Year / Leo Lalonde Memorial Trophy Finalists: Justin Brazeau (North Bay Battalion) Sean Durzi (Guelph Storm) Tye Felhaber (Ottawa 67’s) Kevin Hancock (London Knights) Mac Hollowell (Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds) Brandon Saigeon (Oshawa Generals)

Most Sportsmanlike Player of the Year / William Hanley Trophy Finalists: Cole Carter (Mississauga Steelheads) Joseph Garreffa (Kitchener Rangers) Ryan McGregor (Sarnia Sting) Allan McShane (Oshawa Generals) Nick Suzuki (Guelph Storm) Ryan Suzuki (Barrie Colts)

Coach of the Year / Matt Leyden Trophy Finalists: John Dean (Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds) Dale Hunter (London Knights) Chris Lazary (Saginaw Spirit) Cory Stillman (Sudbury Wolves) Andre Tourigny (Ottawa 67’s) Greg Walters (Oshawa Generals)

Goaltender of the Year Award Finalists: Cedrick Andree (Ottawa 67’s) Kyle Keyser (Oshawa Generals) Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (Sudbury Wolves) Ivan Prosvetov (Saginaw Spirit) Joseph Raaymakers (London Knights) Matthew Villalta (Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds)

Defenceman of the Year / Max Kaminsky Trophy Finalists: Evan Bouchard (London Knights) Declan Chisholm (Peterborough Petes) Thomas Harley (Mississauga Steelheads) Noel Hoefenmayer (Ottawa 67’s) Mac Hollowell (Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds) Bode Wilde (Saginaw Spirit)

Most Outstanding Player of the Year / Red Tilson Trophy Finalists: Barrie – Tyler Tucker Erie – Chad Yetman Flint – Ty Dellandrea Guelph – Nate Schnarr Hamilton – Arthur Kaliyev Kingston – Ryan Cranford Kitchener – Riley Damiani London – Kevin Hancock Mississauga – Cole Carter Niagara – Jason Robertson North Bay – Justin Brazeau Oshawa – Kyle Keyser Ottawa – Tye Felhaber Owen Sound – Trent Bourque Peterborough – Hunter Jones Saginaw – Owen Tippett Sarnia – Ryan McGregor Sault Ste. Marie – Morgan Frost Sudbury – Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen Windsor – Tyler Angle

The 2019 OHL Awards Ceremony takes place on Wednesday June 5 at the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto, however award recipients will be announced periodically throughout the remainder of the 2019 OHL Playoffs. Additional player awards to be announced include Humanitarian of the Year, Academic Players of the Year, and the 2018-19 Mickey Renaud Captain’s Trophy recipient.

#chl #ohl #hockey #t:news #s:award #s:prospects

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tipsycad147 · 5 years

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Lugh – Master of Skills

By shirleytwofeathers

Lugh (pronounced LOO) was known to the Celts as a god of craftsmanship and skill — in fact, he was known as the Many-Skilled God, because he was good at so many different things. In one legend, Lugh arrives at Tara, and is denied entrance. He enumerates all the great things he can do, and each time the guard says, “Sorry, we’ve already got someone here who can do that.” Finally Lugh asks, “Ah, but do you have anyone here who can do them ALL?”

Origin: Celtic

Attributes: Magical spear, harp

Bird: Raven

Animal: Lion, horse

Planet: Sun

Plant: Red corn cockles

Lugh, Lord of Craftsmanship, Light, Victory and War, is a master builder, harpist, poet, warrior, sorcerer, metalworker, cupbearer and physician. It’s hard to envision anything at which Lugh does not excel.

Also known as: Lug, Luc, Lugos, Lleu Llaw Gyffes, Bright One of the Skilful Hand

Favoured people: Artisans, crafts people, poets, artists, physicians, soldiers, and warriors.

Manifestation: Shining, handsome, charming and witty. He has a silver tongue to match his skilful hands.

Consorts: Lugh has different consorts in different locations but he was frequently linked to Rosemerta.

Spirit Allies: Lugh shared the city of Lyon with Kybele and Paris with Isis. In battle, Lugh used his own weapons but also those belonging to Manannan.

Lugh was venerated throughout the ancient Celtic world. Modern scholars perceive him as especially significant because his veneration indicates the existence of pan-Celtic spiritual traditions. (Celts once ruled a huge swathe of continental Europe before being forced to the very edges of the continent.)

At least fourteen European cities are named for Lugh including Laon, Leyden, Loudon and Lyon. Lyon’s old name was Lugduhum, meaning “Lugh’s Fort.” Tat city is believed to have been his cult centre. Its coins bore the images of ravens which may be a reference to Lugh. Carlisle in England, the former Lugubalium, is also named in Lugh’s honour. Some theorise that Lugh’s name is reflected in an older name for paris: Lutetia.

The Romans identified Lugh with Mercury. Many European churches dedicated to Michael the Archangel are believed to have been built over sites once dedicated to Lugh. Post-Christianity many of Lugh’s sacred functions were reassigned to saints like Patrick and Luke.

Lugh apparently travelled westward through Europe. Irish and Welsh myths describe his first appearance in their pantheon. He is greeted with resistance from women in Wales. His first public act in Ireland is to join battle with the Tuatha De Danaan (his father’s people) against the Fomorian, his mother’s people. Lugh chooses allegiance with the paternal line; the myth may be interpreted as indicating the beginnings of patriarchy in Ireland.

Feast: August 1st

August 1st is the festival of Lughnasadh. Lughnasadh (sometimes spelled Lughnasa) means “the marriage of Lugh.” Lugh the sun and the Earth Mother renew their wedding vows annually during the full moon in August and invite all to gather and revel with them. Lughnasadh celebrates the consummation of their sacred relationship.

Once upon a time, Lughnasadh was a four week festival.: the last two weeks of July and the first two weeks of August, roughly corresponding to when the sun is in Leo, the astrological sign that belongs to the sun and epitomises its power. In modern Irish Gaelic, the month of August is Lunasa. However the modern Wiccan sabbat of Lughnasadh is almost always devoted solely to the eve of July 31 leading into Lughnasadh Day on August 1st.