![]() ![]() I was so surprised because I only went to Specsavers for a routine eye test. Stuart said: "When Teresa returned after the OCT scan and asked about my general health, I knew something was wrong. "The scan allowed us to get a better view of the back of Stuart's eye to see things in more detail." The OCT scan confirmed that all was not right with Stuart’s eye, which meant a referral to New Cross Hospital in Wolverhampton. READ MORE: More than 20,000 illegal cigarettes seized in Walsall shop raids as cops find vapes laced with lead "In order to take a closer look at what was going on, I asked Stuart to come back the next day so I could dilate his pupils and I also suggested we do an Optical Coherence Tomography scan (OCT). ![]() "Typically, the retina is orange-red in colour but just off to the side, I could see a very dark grey area," she said. She noticed an abnormal dark patch at the back of his eye. Stuart Greeves was seen by Bridgnorth Specsavers optician Teresa Hughes for what he thought was a standard exam.īut Teresa spotted that something wasn't right during the appointment in November 2021. ![]() A man was diagnosed with a rare cancer after a routine eye test. ![]()
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Early life and education īair was born Deirdre Bartolotta on Jin Pittsburgh. She won a National Book Award for her biography of Samuel Beckett in 1981. Deirdre Bair (J– April 17, 2020) was an American literary scholar and biographer. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() masterfully combines the sardonic wit of Chandler with the gritty violence of Lehane's Kenzie and Gennaro series. "A magnificent debut that should be read by all." -John Grisham "An intricate, fast-paced crime thriller." -The Chicago Sun-Times " A smart, stylish debut." -The Boston Globe "This book harkens the arrival of a major new voice." -Michael Connelly "Gritty and witty,The Chicago Wayis done the classic Raymond Chandler Way." -Kathy Reichs, "A magnificent debut that should be read by all." John Grisham"An intricate, fast-paced crime thriller." The Chicago Sun-Times " A smart, stylish debut." The Boston Globe "This book harkens the arrival of a major new voice." 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Abel James, with Notes of my Life (received in Paris). 75 From The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin Part II ![]() ![]() ![]() I loved the community and taking part in backyard picnics and helping the neighbors. It was fascinating to get inside the mind of a killer and have the perspective of a criminal. He tells his life story and through these pages we learn about him and how he became a killer for higher. While under the guise of a writer, Billy actually writes. Here he makes friends and becomes a part of the community, something Billy has never done. Billy lives in Red Bluff, where he tells folks he signed a book deal and he’s come here to write. The job requires Billy to move into the area under an assumed name while he waits for his target to arrive. Billy is ready to retire, but accepts one last job with an outstanding payoff. He’s a hit man, a killer for hire, but he has rules. While there are dark and gritty moments, it is also the story of man, a woman and revenge.īilly is a man shaped by his past from his childhood to his time in the military as a sniper. ![]() Stephen King is known for his horror stories, has shifted into suspense thrillers in recent years, and Billy Summers falls along that vein. ![]() ![]() ![]() Ironically, as thirteen was the age of magical maturity, it was when they'd finally get to visit Amaranth - but they didn't believe. And if you were to then throw kidnapping, stolen paintings, bloody battles and even a spot of big green romance into the mix and tell them they'd be involved in it all, they'd begin to think you an idiot, and Emily might even tell you as much. They definitely wouldn't believe in the most terrible and horrifying of all demons, even if he was mentioned in ancient manuscripts in their own world. If you were to ask them if they believed in witches, wizards and friendly trolls they'd both say "no". At thirteen years old Tom and Emily Man had long since given up believing their Grandfathers stories of the magical land of Amaranth. ![]() ![]() ![]() I’m not sure what I believe but I really enjoyed reading the history of these locations & some of the stories will definitely stay with me. The book has an interesting format with each story broken down by location, its history & what happened there. Then author Rhonda Parrish digs in, examining the evidence by combing through archives & anecdotal accounts. The stories are related by Rona Anderson who is a paranormal investigator & psychic medium. They may not always agree but it’s clear they respect & accept each others’ views. Sooo…do you believe in ghosts or are you a skeptic? It doesn’t matter where you fall on the spectrum as the contributors represent both sides. But while I expected to be familiar with many of the locations, it never crossed my mind one of the stories would have a personal connection *. ![]() When I saw the title of this book, I couldn’t resist as Edmonton is a city I know very well. ![]() ![]() Looking through the pages of military technology one common thread becomes apparent. The Author and publisher do not condone nor take any responsibility for misuse of the information in the present text, Furthermore, the construction of rockets and warheads entails handling of dangerous explosives and propellants which can cause serious injury or even death. Such weapons and devices are subject to various Federal, State, and local regulations. Warning The information provided in this monograph is not intended for the manufacture or use of the described antitank weapons. Neither the author nor the publisher assumes any responsibility for the use or misuse of the information contained in this book. Except for use in a review, no portion of this book may be reproduced by any means known or unknown without the express written permission of the publisher. Direct all inquiries & orders to the above address. ![]() A.ĭesert Publication is a division of The DELTA GROUP, Ltd. © 1996 by George Dmitrieff Published by Desert Publications P.O. ![]() ![]() The Poor Man's RPG Shoulder Fired Anti-Tank Weapon by ![]() ![]() The story Sarah Pigeon acts out is very autobiographical and extremely personal to me. "It's such a strange experience for me to watch. ![]() Strayed, an executive producer of the show, says that watching these two Clares gave her "whiplash." In the show, Clare - a version of Strayed - is played by Sarah Pidgeon in her 20s and Kathryn Hahn in her 40s. Speaking to, the author says the Hulu show, based on her 2012 book by the same name, is a blend of biographical and fictional. ![]() This show is her "ghost ship" life, answering the question, "What if Strayed's now-familiar story had run a completely different course?" There’s nothing to do but salute it from the shore." In her "Dear Sugar" advice column for The Rumpus on which the show is based, Strayed writes about making peace with the lives we didn't get to live: "It was the ghost ship that didn’t carry us. ![]() The TV show "Tiny Beautiful Things" imagines Cheryl Strayed's life if she hadn't had her "Wild" moment. ![]() ![]() Waylon and Hannah decide there’s only one thing to do: run-and leave high school with a bang. Clem’s girlfriend, Hannah Perez, also receives a joke nomination for prom king. As a result, Waylon is nominated for prom queen as a joke. ![]() What he doesn’t count on is the tape accidentally getting shared with the entire school. So when Clementine deviates from their master plan right after Waylon gets dumped, he throws caution to the wind and creates an audition tape for his favorite TV drag show, Fiercest of Them All. ![]() ![]() His plan is to bide his time until he can graduate, move to Austin with his twin sister, Clementine, and finally go Full Waylon, so that he can live his Julie-the-hills-are-alive-with-the-sound-of-music-Andrews truth. Waylon Russell Brewer is a fat, openly gay boy stuck in the small West Texas town of Clover City. ![]() |