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I would love to have that cock in my pussy.
hell I want to bury it in tour throat
I would love to cum in your mouth, nice and slow, I know you could empty my balls!
She starts the blowjob like a pro but finishes with a handjob using her hands rather than her mouth and tongue. Very poor finish, can not rate her as trophy head
Love the close-up especially of that cum shot. mmm yum....makes me want to suck a cock until I get a mouthful of cum.
I love cock and cum in mouth
She should teach girls how to give the Best BlowJobs to their men this woman would save alot of marriages.. Because men cheat because they are not satified in the bedroom. This is a fact. My customers wife told me she takes care of her husband with a blowjob every morning before work.
Mm sexy... Although I woulda slurped all that cum up! Yumm! Hey baby why dont you come over and get that thing in my pussy haha
wow he came so fast.. with not much stimulation. that hardly makes her a blowjob queen.
i love the way she just works the head of his cock!
she sucks at blow jobs. Doubt she could make me cum
i need his cock to put in my pussy... aah..
damn i'd sleep for a week after that BJ
ohhh my gawd ohhh my gawd ohhh my gawd... and so forth and so forth.... oh em gee that is so annoying.
wish she could teach my gril some moves
@ amy - (Like I should have to explain this..) This is just a short clip from the full length video, and please let me know when you have a website of your own....
Amy has a web site. It is hot as balls and she does it right. Her dude doesn't have a 70's thong tan either.
I would love to have that cock in my mouthe
i love sucking like that
Her lips and mouth are incredible.
this is bullsh*t?
I like just head sometimes. I live in sarnia m Ontario & I ENJOY THE TASTE OF A WOMAN
nice cock, nice blow, super tease with that tounge darting out every so often could do me anytime, now to try and get my wife to do it like that
this caters to cock lovers everywhere. id love to suck that big cock head with my lips and lick his sack dry
With a blow job like that, it should be no reason why a guy should not cun after that.
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Really. viewed many a jenny and joey. Jen has excellent style and I love her lips.... the rest of her taint shabby either.
jenny you are great
Diese beiden geniessen ihren blowjob seit Jahren. Wahrscheinlich haben sie diese Kurzfilme für Jahre voraus gedreht...
God that perfect mouth, slowly working up and down that cock, I can almost feel it myself
Jenny you are hot .... but the guy is a worn out has been. Get a new dick to suck and kick this one to the curb
That's a handjob, not a blowjob.
You are GOOOOD, Jenny! You can come and do me like that anytime! Great camerawork too, love the slowmotion bit at the end! Whaaah!
wow wish she suck me up
I love blowjob that end up with hot cum in mouth
Put a sock in his mouth
i need my cock in her mouth
The best blowjob that i have never see !!!!e
wow2 such a nice cum made me jack off morwe
would i be wrong to suggest a finger or 2 in the ass
great blowjob and a great cumshot.he had a nice big load of cum.i would like to blow this guy and eat his load of hot cum.
Jack & suck that cum right out of my cock
ragazzi cerco cazzi da succhiare
That talented mouth and tongue was made to suck the cum out of a stiff cock! Is there any way to edit out all the sound that the guy makes and leave all her slurping and sucking sounds?
loool 69 comments, but a close up POV.....?
Ciao sono samanta amo infilare il vibra nel culo del mio tipo a chi piace??
A me piace... mi piace tutto!!! ;)
Beauttiful cock sucking
My wife.....she sucks my cock like that....love her..
Holy shit ....
Superbe pipe... sauf à la fin : que de bonnes protéines perdues !
Luv the way she sux cox
another great cocksucker Will it never end'
Nice. You should make a video of you getting mouth fucked by your bf or have him eat your pussy
My penis is 5 inches erect... Honestly is it big or little
Beautiful tongue and lip action on the head- now if only he came IN her mouth wad by wad . . . ..
Love the cum shot, of course it had to be shown like this for our benifit but in reality he would have cum in her mouth. LOVELY
thank god for you jenny
jenny is a master at giving head
I totally want a bj from this woman!
I think its cool that you actually talk to people for you videos
That was awesome
That girl is the definition of the word beautiful
baby can u work me out mmmmmm
wondeful bj me next pleasae
pro skills
It's so wonderful, the best to give men satisfaction
It tastes, that taste. Absolutely perfect. Expert !!
Very smart way of doing a cumshot.
I would drink a whole glass of that milky cum
This is top art, out of this world. She must get an Oscar for this blowjob. I can't hold it back any longer, so I let it shoot.
this cock is dry
First class blowart. Unique. Had a good jerk-off.
she is sooo hot.......she is my favorite cocksucker.......he is a lucky man
Skills! First rule of thumb, if the woman doesn't suck cock like the fucking antidote is in there...Punt!
I could have done without the slowmotion.
"oh my gooood, oh ma goooood...." really funny
may i show my girl do like that..very nice. amy what about you.
very nice
I thought the slow motion part was funny. It sounded like Lou Ferrigno!!!
very good right?
May I meet his wife for a quarter of hour please ?
wish i could get a blow job like that one every day mi girl friend just suck my dick once in a wild my i love would that woman i would run com home to her look a no more woman on the road .
just wish i could get a blow job!
This one's going in my Favorites
oh my god , oh my god, oh my god............ more hilarious is the slowmotion OOOHHHH MMMYYYYY GOOODDDD ............ but nice BJ indeed !!
i think this is the best blowjob i ever have seen most blowjobs look very sexy but this one I think would have the best feelings :)
He came too fast with not that much stimulation and they're a couple that do this alot? Jenna Haze is the blow job queen IMO!
Fantastic woman that man is very lucky
WOW! that woman is very lucky
Now i wanna suck cock like that.. Wow. . .
you two guys dig doing that cloe up stuff and now..... my wife gives the green light with the camera we'll see how it goes cause that is hard to top.
love to immagine myself being her
geht so
Dude needs to shut up, though...
hi nice video wow......!
LOL - Learn to spell, and get your eyes checked - that's a tooth mark from the biting...
It should be a lesson for every woman in this world!!!
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While engineers and designers feverishly worked overtime on the development of a four-passenger sports car they code-named the F-car, the Chevy public relations, advertising and marketing group prepared the world for the introduction of an automobile they called the Panther.
All through the summertime of 1965 essentially every aspect of the automobile's design and advancement, from initial design sketches to clay designs, was photographed and carefully documented. Chevy used the assets to produce a 30 -minute motion picture The Camaro for sale in Fredericktown OH , which was later on shown on TELEVISION and in cinema. They likewise presented women's clothes called the Camaro Collection and even a Camaro road race video game.
Chevy Camaros For Sale
In November, Chevy sales executives and imaginative people previewed prototype models at the GM Tech Center. Campbell-Ewald, Chevy's venerable advertising agency, instantly began deal with brochures, direct-mail advertising and sales promotion materials, together with print, outdoor and TV/radio advertising. In April 1966, at the New york city Car Program Press Conference, Chevrolet sales executives confessed no name had actually been chosen for the brand-new car, but did announce that rates of 1967 Chevy Camaro for sale in Fredericktown OH model will be in the Corvair-Chevy II variety.
Throughout early 1966 Chevy struggled over a name for its Mustang-killer. GM's upper management fidgeted about the aggressive connotations of the Panther name. A comparable bout of cold feet would later on trigger the Pontiac version, code word the Banshee, to be relabelled Firebird. Over its short lifetime, the F-car had been called by numerous names consisting of Wildcat, Chaparral, Commander and Nova. It's also rumored that Chevy considered using the letters "GM" in the name, and created G-Mini, which progressed into GeMini and finally Gemini. Nevertheless, GM's upper management vetoed the concept, fearing the car might be a failure.
Automotive legend has it that someone at Chevrolet finally proposed the name Camaro and upper management rapidly concurred. Although the name has no genuine significance, GM scientists apparently discovered the word in a French dictionary as a slang term for "good friend" or "companion." It's rumored that Ford Motor Business researchers likewise found other definitions, consisting of "a shrimp-like creature" and an arcane term for "loose bowels."
Due to the fact that a number or pre-launch products had already been launched utilizing the Panther name, Chevy's many pressing obstacle was to now relabel their new Mustang killer, the Camaro. Camaros are found in Fredericktown OH by looking for classic car dealers.
Lastly, on June 28, 1966, General Motors held a live interview in Detroit's Statler-Hilton Hotel. It was the first time in history that 14 cities were hooked up in real time for a press conference by means of telephone lines. Elliot M. "Pete" Estes, who changed "Bunkie" Knudsen as Chevrolet General Supervisor in July 1965, began the news conference by stating all participants were now charter members of the Society for the Elimination of Panthers from the Automotive World (SEPAW.) Estes with confidence revealed that Camaro was selected as the name for Chevy's new four-passenger cars to honor the tradition of beginning Chevy model names with the letter C such as the Corvette, Corvair, Chevelle, and Chevy II.

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for the Belt Loop and Pin for Cub Scouts, see Cub Scout Physical Fitness
for the Merit Badge for Boy Scouts, see Personal Fitness
for the Award, see Physical Fitness Award
The Webelos Fitness Activity Badge is one of 20 different Activity Badges that can be earned in the Webelos Scout Program. The requirements are typically worked on during den meetings or den activities while the skills are practiced at home, with the help of the Webelos Scout's family. The requirements are either completed with the den or at home with the den leader's approval. Projects are brought to meetings to share with the den and for Webelos Den Leader or Activity Badge Counselor approval.
Health habits learned in childhood tend to last a lifetime. The Fitness Activity Badge is designed to make Webelos more aware of good physical fitness, and what proper food and rest can do for him.
This Activity Badge is required for the Webelos badge.
Do this:
- 1. With your parent, guardian, or Webelos den leader, complete the Health and Fitness Character Connection.
- a. Know: Tell why it is important to be healthy, clean, and fit.
- b. Commit: Tell when it is difficult for you to stick with good health habits. Tell where you can go to be with others who encourage you to be healthy, clean, and fit.
- c. Practice: Practice good health habits while doing the requirements for this activity badge.
And do six of these:
- 2. With a parent or other adult family member, complete a safety notebook, which is discussed in the booklet "How to Protect Your Children from Child Abuse" that comes with the Webelos Handbook.
- 3. Read the meal planning information in the Webelos Handbook. With a parent or other family member, plan a week of meals. Explain what kinds of meals are best for you and why.
- 4. Keep a record of your daily meals and snacks for a week. Decide whether you have been eating foods that are good for you.
- 5. Tell an adult member of your family about the bad effects smoking or chewing tobacco would have on your body.
- 6. Tell an adult member of your family four reasons why you should not use alcohol and how it could affect you.
- 7. Tell an adult member of your family what drugs could do to your body and how they would affect your ability to think clearly.
- 8. Read the booklet Take A Stand Against Drugs! Discuss it with an adult and show that you understand the material.
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| A FREE workbook for Fitness is available here!
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- American Heart Association
- Centers for Disease Control: Fit Family Fit Kids
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i-D magazine is taking a leaf from the pages of Sassy and bringing you the many poses of British it-model Cara Delevingne. The Victoria's Secret Special is now the Sexy Cockroach and the Head Vice is now the Head Clamp, but otherwise, this is Dopey Model Poses: Redux. It's a cute riff on the evergreen idea that is poking gentle fun at the repetitive nature of fashion magazines.
Here's i-D's spread with Delevingne.
And here's the Sassy original.


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Photography is new love for me. The camera and I only been acquainted for a year but oh, I do love it so. I love the stillness in the moment before the shutter clicks... I love the way I look at things differently as if framing a shot...I love how I see things through new eyes that finds the beauty in everything and I love the reverence I feel when a scene illuminated by natural light strikes a chord within...
I don't really know how to use the flash well, so I learn how to use the camera to catch the light in the way that I'd like, but more often than not I learn to follow the light wherever it may be.
Recently I started working on a photography project for the wonderful toy website Carl and Me. I'm photographing some of our boys favorite toys, Fagus vehicles. It's been a fun assignment positioning the trucks as seen through the eyes of a child as I often found myself belly down in the dirt.
But the light, sigh, the light. What a funny mistress she is, dancing through the trees in the morning for beautiful effect or shining harshly in the afternoon- giving everything a bright, white caste. As the days grow shorter, I find myself missing the light as the sun sets ever so early. It makes for a funny photography schedule, but I am thankful for a patient, generous toyshop proprietor.
So this has been my work in progress these days, doing what I love, spending time with the camera and chasing the light...
Please do take a moment and check out Carl and Me. I found this incredible shop when I was searching for my Nico's birthday gift. Not only do they carry an extensive selection of the wonderful, high quality Fagus Trucks which are made in a German Factory that hires and trains developmentally challenged adults, there is also an amazing selection of toys that as mother of three boys, I know I will look forward to having in the years to come!


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count2infinity wrote:Letang Is The Truth wrote:what happened in here?
Troy Loney: Golf is really really racist. It's unbelievable
Shad and Myself: It's not any more racist than other sports
Troy Loney: Yes it is, so there.
Shad and Myself: Uh... what? no it isn't, look at this, this, and this
Troy Loney: Yes it is, so there.
Personally, i'd probably say that c2i has brought nothing of substance to the topic at hand. But if he chooses to consider himself a key cog, who am I to prevent that.


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The Dutch cartoonist Dirk Arend was born in Katwijk aan Zee. In 1980 he began his career with the comic strip 'Jan Hagel' in Het Leidsch Dagblad. His best-known comic character is 'Olivier Flap'. It was the leading character in the 1990s children's monthly Happy voor Kids by publisher De Denker, for which Arend was the main artist with Henk van Munster. The character also appeared in the papers of the Buijze Persbladen and Telekids.
Dirk is an expert on classic Dutch comics and especially those that came from the Toonder Studio's. He has been a great help to the Lambiek website with identifying artwork and providing additional information for our section on Dutch Comics History.
Dirk Arends weblog (in dutch)
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I am a classically trained guitarist that performs both as a soloist and for ensemble in a wide variety of styles. I graduated in 1996 from Schoolcraft College with an Associates degree in Music performance, and then, studying under the tutelage of Brian Roberts went on to receive my Bachelor's degree in Guitar Performance with a secondary in Jazz from Wayne State University in 2004. While at Wayne State and along the way I've performed and participated in several masterclasses with renowned artists: William Kanengiser, John Holmquest, Philip Candelaria, Jason Vieaux, Scott Tennant, and Antigoni Goni. I have also completed the teacher requirements for books 1-a and 1-b for the Suzuki Guitar Institute.
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I aim to instill a sense of groove, to teach the students how to play well with other musicians in a band setting, as well as advancing their own personal development on the instrument through various technical and rhythmic exercises. Most importantly how to love holding down the low end.
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Nicholas been a musician in some form or another for as long as he can remember. His musical journey started when he was only six, with a delve into the realm of classical piano. While there he studied under world class child prodigy Josh Cullen. The composers that he studied include Bach, Beethoven, Barton, Hayden and many others.
From here he progressed to playing jazz trumpet, studying the Jamey Aebersold method un
Then at the age of 11, with the help of his grandfather he discovered the guitar. He learned quickly on his old SR guitar. He quickly discovered that he had a natural taste for blues phrasing, and his soloing abilities quickly blossomed. 2 years later, he had formed his first band, Spherical. It was through this band that he found the bass.
His journey into the realm of bass, began out of necessity and progressed into love of the bottom end. Since then, he has been collecting basses, playing, living and breathing bass. He now realizes the importance of a funky beat, a subtle line and most important of all A Tight Groove!!!
The benefit of studying under someone with a vast array of both talent and experience is clear.
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During his musical career Nicholas has played almost every style of music; from folk to experimental from jazz to rock. One thread holds true through all music, it has to groove.
During the course of a lesson he will cover a broad range of topics starting from the basics, and moving into ear training, sight-reading, theoretical knowledge and most important for bass players, groove. Just as every player has their own musical personality and voice, so to does every lesson that Nicholas gives.
In a supportive, patient environment, every lesson is custom tailored to the student.
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Home: lessons in dedicated music room with piano and stereo, guitars/basses, cables/amps
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Jazz Studies major at Wayne State University. Has a firm understanding of music across both the classical and jazz idioms spanning multiple instruments.
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My teaching style is relaxed but with a firm accent on Practice. We can cover the basic genres of Blues, Pop, Rock, and beginning Jazz. I know some "slap" and "snap" techniques for Funk. I am fluent with either the use of a guitar pick or fingers.
I have an Electric Bass, but I could also teach Acoustic Stand Up.
About Benjamin
Whether you want to pursue a Musical Career or simply learn how to Play your Favorite Tunes for friends and family, I am here as your Teacher and Guide. I teach at my own home, at the Student's home or through the use of Skype.
I recently moved to Detroit. I am originally from Ann Arbor. I spent much of this century living in NYC and prior to that I lived in Chicago. Those experiences vastly helped me develop Networking, Performance and Teaching experience.
As a Father of four, I have had the joy in teaching my own children Guitar, Saxophone, Songwriting, Composition and Keyboard. As a parent I have found that Patience and Encouragement is sometimes the best form of support. It has been proven that learning Music helps develop intuition, self-awareness, and social skills as well as improve in other subje
One of the most important aspects of playing Music is being able to Play by Ear. This has been a priceless gift that I have developed throughout my life and I encourage all musicians, young and old, to do the same. The use of simple Rhythmic Dictation and Ear Training exercises can do wonders for "picking out" Beats and Harmonies no matter what Genre we are interested in.
I attended music courses at The Boston School of Contemporary Music, Thomas Jefferson College (MI), and have a BA double majoring in Music Composition and English at Columbia College Chicago.
I have toured internationally as a Guitarist and Saxophonist. I am also a Songwriter. THIRD BORDER's "Sun of Water; Sea of Light" was selected to be nominated for the Grammy's as The Best Alternative Album of the Year in 2006. On this record, I played Guitar, Saxophone, sang Lead Vocal and wrote all Songs on that CD. So, if you are a Songwriter, we can polish up your approach! As a Composer, I have done Sound Design for Film, Dance, Spoken Word and Multi-media Performance - most notably with renowned poet Anne Carson and former members of The Merce Cunningham Dance Co.
I hope to talk to you soon!
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My teaching style is relaxed with a forte on Patience and Encouragement. Though I have specific expectations on what needs to be learned, I gear each lesson towards the student's wishes and their personal direction in Creativity. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced student, I can guide you wherever you are headed!
For Guitar (acoustic or electric), you will learn the fundamentals of Music Theory, Chord Structure, varied Strumming and Picking Techniques, and Scale Positions to travel from one part of the neck to the other. Any song you wish to learn, I can teach!
For Saxophone, you will learn proper Embouchure technique, Notation, Music Theory, and Scale Patterns for improvisation. Whether you are interested in a Classical, Blues, Funk or Jazz approach, I can help you find your own sound that is both personal and professional.
I teach 2nd year Piano and Drums/Percussion directing you into Intermediate level.
For those leaning toward the experimental genres, I am well-versed in the use of Electronics. Much can be accomplished with my lessons on Sound-Scape Improvisation either as 1 on 1 or Group Workshops.
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At Home Studio: music stands, metronome, guitar amps, electric and acoustic guitars, guitar tablature, staff music paper, a scanner for weekly homework. I can also record and send MP3s of our lessons to review at home if you wish.
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Students will need their own instrument, a mutually chosen music book to learn from, a metronome, and hopefully easy access to a keyboard (very helpful!)
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I am fluent in Rock genres, Blues, Beginning Jazz, Beginning Classical technique, Prepared Guitar, Electronics/Sound Art.
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If you desire to learn to play the Bass guitar and grow very quickly then I am the perfect teacher for this. I can teach you several styles and live performance tips and tricks. You can start by learning Popular Songs, Worship Music, original Songwriting and much more.
I teach Rock, Pop and Funk bass styles.
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Currently, Prophet is teaching all of the following classes both in students home locations, in his Teaching Studio and online here at TakeLessons:
Reason 10 Software - Beat Making - Hip Hop Music Production - Freestyle Rapping - Rap Composition & Songwriting - Rock & Heavy Metal Music Production - Midi Orchestration - Film Scoring - Audio Engineering - Multi-Track Recording - Mixing & Mastering - Life Coaching Photography - Video Production - Live Stage Performance - Beginning Guitar & Bass - Drums - Bible Studies and much more!
Prophet's teaching style focuses on the primary learning method of the student. All students are either Visual, Auditory or Ki
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Whatever level you're on he'll be able to get a feel for that and give you info that will help you improve what you got.
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Fundamentals are essential to success in music. These include:
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- Harmony
I approach each element as it applies to the appropriate instrument.
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I am looking forward to advancing your knowledge and understanding of music and how it applies to what you are hoping to achieve in your studies, be it for work or pleasure. I have been playing since I was a young teen and later studied classical and jazz guitar at the University of Missouri - St. Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Music.
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Sunday, April 11, 2010
Church Record Sunday: Alexian Brothers Archive
Members of a religion participate in many different way to further that religion's mission and for the sake of their personal salvation. So many of the records that I concentrate on in this weekly posting have to do with records generated by the attendance and activities of individual members of a faith community. Today's Church Record Sunday looks at an archive that has to do with those who devote their life's work to a religion.
The Alexian Brothers are a 800 year old lay, apostolic Catholic order who dedicate their lives to caring for the sick, aged, the poor and the dying.
The Alexian Brothers Archive states that they have: "both the religious and corporate aspects of the organization, including but not limited to correspondence, minutes, reports, manuals and guides, publications, external publicity, and photographs. A valuable adjunct to the archives is the Ministry Museum. The artifacts presented in exhibits on Alexian Brothers Heritage, Spirituality, and Ministry make the records come alive. These objects have been gathered from Alexian Brothers facilities, particularly from the Chicago, St. Louis, and Elizabeth hospitals."
From their website you can learn more about their collections, including how to can access these records and even how you can donate to their archive.
From the above link, click on the link to the right hand side of the page, titled History Online to read articles about the history of the order, a bibliography, and even a 30 page graphic novel detailing the Brother's work.
4 comments:
- Ann said...
Thank you, Gina, for this specific post. I have a record referencing a stay at the Alexian Brothers facility in Chicago. Wonderful news and hadn't even considered the possibility. It's the little things we miss that cause those block walls!
- Miriam said...
I'm always happy to help! You know I love your series!
- Gena Philibert Ortega said...
I'm so glad the posting helped you. Thanks for letting me know.
- Rick Lamneck said...
Sotheby's New York,
Lot 405, Old Master and 19th Century European Art Sale January 31, 2014. Portrait of St Leonard of Noblac, The painting was a votive offering of Cardinal Jean Jouffroy, ambassador and councilor of King Louis XI of France. This painting was accidental donated by the Alexian Brothers World Headquarters in Tennessee. It is believed it represents something very historically important to the Founders of the Alexian Brothers of Cologne.
The painting includes a document dated October 20, 1473. This document describes the painting and its history. The archives of the Belgium Alexian Brothers has listed it as a notarial record confirming some ten deeds of the cloistered Brothers of Cologne, France and Hildesheim, in Lower Saxony, Germany.
Johannes writes on line one that this was a public document and should be displayed for all and everyone to see. In some parts of the country, the document was regarded with suspicion and people were in disagreement regarding its content. This painting was a votive offering that was given by Cardinal John Jouffroy and was displayed along with the document; the heraldic reference in the painting would further clarify that Johannes was the author of the document and the things written in the document were approved by the King.
This painting has a concealed coat of arms, a monogram and a seal. The coat of arms and seal belong to both of the signers of this document. The signers of this document are Cardinal Jean Geoffroy and Geraud of Salignac, lord of Rochefort, Baron de Fontenay. He was governor of King Henry IV in his youth. He married Isabella de Pierre-Buffière, daughter of Jean Geoffroy, and Marguerite de Bourbon-Busset.
This is an illegitimate branch of the House of Bourbon, being thus agnatic descendants of the Capetian dynasty. The line of Bourbon-Busset descends in male line starting from the son of Louis of Bourbon, Prince-Bishop of Liège (1438–1482).
I am letting all the Alexian Brothers know as to avoid a valuable piece of history to be lost. Here is a link to the full presentation: https://app.box.com/s/2ga0k4xu2ksou1dlrg7u


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Father of Fallen Soldier
A Michigan man whose son died in Iraq has burned the state flag of New Jersey after New Jersey flew its flags at half-staff in memory of Whitney Houston last week.
"They're watering down the term of what a true hero is these days," John Burri told ABC News. "I thought it was offensive to every family's fallen solider out there, and it cheapens the meaning of lowering the flag."
The 60-year-old's decision to torch the New Jersey flag on his Wyoming, Mich., patio grill came after New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie ordered flags flown at half-staff to honor the singer Whitney Houston, a Garden State native who was buried in her home state on Sunday.
Burri believes flags should only be lowered for those who died serving their country.
"My intention was not to hurt anyone, especially the residents of New Jersey," said Burri. "My intention was to show Gov. Christie how offensive it was."
The governor has defended his decision, calling Houston a "cultural icon."
"Her accomplishments in her life were a source of great pride for many people in this state and for the state as a whole, and so on that basis I think she's entitled to have that recognition," Christie told reporters last week.
After seeing Christie's comments on the local news, Burri said he set out on a mission to honor his son, Army Spc. Eric Burri, who died in 2005 when an explosive device detonated near the Humvee in which he was patrolling.
Burri bought a replica New Jersey flag, tied it to the back of his car and drove around two veteran memorials in Grand Rapids, Mich. He then stopped at his son's burial site before going home and burning the flag.
"Best $12.95 I've ever spent," said Burri.
"Sometimes, you have to do something drastic and extreme for people to listen," Burri said. "I just hope it made a point that maybe someone will pick this up and get a new law made for flag etiquette."
Federal law gives governors of American states power to have flags lowered for residents or state officials.
There is no law requiring that person to have served in the armed forces.
According to the Associated Press, Christie's office has ordered flags flown at half-staff 42 times, including for Morristown coach Harry Shatel and E Street Band saxophonist Clarence Clemons.
Burri still believes Houston could have been honored in another way.
"I have some peace now. This is done. The word is out there," Burri said. "I hope and pray something is done to prevent this from ever happening again."


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In doing some research, I learned that a town in Ontario, Canada, voted no.
In doing some research, I learned that a town in Ontario, Canada, voted no. They were not willing to have industrial wind turbines in their area under any circumstances. I also read on Wind Watch that England has done the same thing. They do not want them.
I provided the commissioners at Thursday�s (Jan. 2) meeting pictures of the thousands of wind turbines I had seen in Palm Springs, Calif., over Christmas vacation. There were thousands of them, and you could only see one or two moving. I�m convinced they were not moving as a result of the wind hitting them at the right time, as the news is California has 14,000 turbines that aren�t in operation. When I questioned someone about this, I was told it was due to a lack of maintenance. I also saw one broken in half with the broken part lying on the ground. No telling how long it had been there.
I�d like to voice my opinion of the meeting�s speakers. It was my understanding this meeting was being held to hear from the citizens of Carteret County and their thoughts. I was quite upset when two women spoke up from Weyerhaeuser and two nice-looking young (sales) men spoke for Torch Renewable. The time taken by the four of them would have allowed more citizens to speak and voice their opinions and fears. If Weyerhaeuser and Torch want to voice their opinions, or any information they may have to offer, they should hold their own meetings whereby the citizens could ask questions regarding their concerns. Though this is my feeling, it�s very doubtful either would consider doing this.
The acreage in Newport and stretching outside into the county is a small portion of what Weyerhaeuser owns in Carteret County. Where would they sign on for the next industrial wind turbine farm to be constructed? It could be almost anywhere. Therefore, my suggestion is that the county and town say �no,� that they are not welcomed in our county, stopping what could be continuous action on their part.
I was told by one commissioner that the state supported the turbines. I explained that I had heard the governor was not for them and was very concerned about the Cherry Point Marine base. Should the commissioners consider my suggestion, it would eliminate the necessity of the 60-day moratorium, as well as eliminating the multiple meetings and endless work by the Planning Commission in Newport and the county. Think of the tax money this would save.
Granted, the restrictions implemented in 2008 when they wanted to put up three turbines next to my home in Bettie are the greatest I�ve seen anywhere, and I thank the then Planning Commissioner Harry Archer for all the work he and others did. We were truly blessed with their efforts.
The commissioners also need to say �no� to any solar farm. If people want them on their home, business, etc., set restrictions, but to ruin our beautiful countryside with something like this is wrong.
I could give you a dozen reasons not to allow the turbines or solar farm in our county, but instead, I�ve chosen to ask everyone to simply say �no.� One last suggestion, get a bell to let people know when time is up.
Hilda E. Davis, Gloucester


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Montauk is a hamlet in East Hampton on Long Island in New York
Montauk is known by many Long Island residents as "The End". The reason being that it is the easternmost point of the island and New York state.
Montauk has a rich history. It is named after the Montaukett tribe that lived on the lands that now encompass Montauk for centuries. Urban legend tells of Captain Kidd burying treasure somewhere in Montauk around 1700. Montauk is also home to the oldest ranch in the United Sates, Deep Hallow Ranch.
At the point of the hamlet stands Montauk Point Lighthouse, the first lighthouse built in New York and fourth oldest lighthouse in the United States.
Montauk is home to the largest commercial and recreational fishing fleet in the state of New York. It boasts the claim that it has more saltwater fishing records than any other port in the world.
Montauk has a humid subtropical climate and is one of the northernmost locations in North America with this climate type. The Atlantic Ocean brings warmer winters than inland areas of the same latitude as well as cooler springs and summers. The monthly daily average temperature ranges from 32.3 °F (0.2 °C) in January to 72.4 °F (22.4 °C) in July. There is 43.6 inches of precipitation annually, which is fairly evenly distributed throughout the course of the year.
Get in
Montauk is easily accessible by car, by bus, by rail,and even by boat.
By Air
Taking a plane to New York is easy. There are three airports to chose from in the region. John F. Kennedy Airport (JKF) and LaGuardia Airport, both in Queens, and MacArthur Airport in Islip are all easily the first step to getting to Montauk.
By Car
Either travelling in your own car or by rental car it is easy to get out to "The End". The only road that goes out to seaside town is Sunrise Highway (or Route 27), which runs from New York City all the way to Montauk. Along the way Sunrise Highway turns into Montauk Highway yet it is still known as Route 27.
By Bus The Hampton Jitney bus service runs from Manhattan to Montauk. There are also local buses run by Suffolk from town to town.
By Rail
The Long Island Railroad (LIRR) is an alternative to driving. It too runs from Penn Station in Manhattan to Montauk.
By Sea
There are also places at which one can dock their boat and also ferries that run from other East End locations.
Get around
If one has their car, it can certainly come in handy to see and do everything one wants to in Montauk. If not, or if one has had one too many drinks, there are other alternatives.
Ditch Plains Taxi, 10 Sanger Place, ☎ (631) 668-5716
Lindy's Taxi, 717 Montauk Hwy, ☎ (631) 668-4747
Moko Taxi, 101 Industrial Road, ☎ (631) 668-7070
Montauk's Best Taxi, 11 Shore Road, ☎ (631) 668-5520
Surf Taxi, 414 W Lake Dr, ☎ (631) 668-1111
There is plenty to do in Montauk. It is renowned for its fishing and even claims to have the most saltwater fish records than any other port in the world. There are six state parks, the famed Montauk Point Lighthouse, and many restaurants, shops, and sights.
Beach Regulations: -Public parking at the beach is reserved for residence. Visitors can purchase a parking permit at Town Hall Annex at the Montauk Playhouse. -Dogs are not allowed on the beaches between 9am and 6pm from May 15 through the end of September. When permitted, dogs are allowed to run off leash. -Beach fires are permitted on most beaches however East Hampton Town has a list of regulations which must be followed.
Numerous specialty shops and markets line Main Street (Montauk Highway). It is here that you can find an array of fresh, local, and handmade goods.
Beach Apparel & Accessories
Numerous restaurants for every taste are in Montauk. There is an abundance of fresh, locally caught seafood markets, restaurants, and bars. No matter what it is that you are looking for, fine dining or a casual eatery, you can easily find it in Montauk.
Bars and lounges are all around Montauk. Local bars are often frequented by fisherman and tourists alike.
Montauk offers a wide array of hotels, bed & breakfast, and motels to accomodate all visitors. The interesting thing about Montauk is that you will not find any chain operated hotels or motels. This is because Southampton zoning laws forbid chain hotels. Therefore each hotel, motel, and bed & breakfast is independently owned and operated.
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Ferrari Doesn't Want Web Racing Simulation To Use Ferraris
from the fair-use? dept
It looks like BATracer shut down for a bit before opening up again without Ferraris. Now, Ferrari has a big licensing business, but at some point you have to wonder if legal actions like this make any sense or if there's a reasonable fair use claim. In the case of team sports simulations, courts have ruled that name and stats are facts -- and not covered by intellectual property, so couldn't you say the same thing for car names and specifications? And while I could potentially see a trademark issue, it's not as if BATracer is actually "competing" in the same space as Ferrari. I can already hear the excuses about how Ferrari needs to keep its brand special and being seen in such a game might cheapen it -- but that's not the purpose of intellectual property law. Either way, it seems pretty dumb to piss off so many people even if many of them probably can't afford a Ferrari in real life (probably what the company is betting on). There may be some who can (or who will be able to someday), and pushing them away for no good reason can't help matters.


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How do you know if a Social Media Startup will Fly?
March 14, 2011 1 Comment
Last week I was at an intimate round-table event where two bright and enthusiastic social media entrepreneurs touting around a new location-based service. On the face of it their proposition had something going for it – they began their talk with a whole host of scenarios where it could be useful, and a number of different groups of people it could work for. For as long as they were talking, the picture they painted was vivid, but as soon as they stopped, that image disappeared.
When the topic under discussion was thrown open to the group, there were a lot of tough questions posed, some around the specifics of the social media space, and others which were simple basic business:
- Is the service really different enough from what's out there already?
- Is it going to serve an actual need in practice?
- Does it gel with the way people are already behaving?
- Who is it for – will it "own" a particular group or demographic to begin with?
- How will it generate revenue and make money?
Watching the owners of a social media startup being comprehensively grilled was struck a chord with me at a deep level. I have been through the ringer myself trying to get something off the ground that seemed entirely plausible, that generated enthusiasm, but which didn't get anywhere, and which should probably have been abandoned a long time before it actually was.
The Key User Question in Building Critical Mass – What's in it for Me?
In our case, the key question that we never really got a satisfactory answer for was how to build the traffic to critical mass. For network-based social media services, the value of the service is proportional to the square of the number of people already using the service. So, having 1000 people using such a network is about 100 times (102) more useful than having 100 people using it. Hence, for the earliest adopters, the value must lie somewhere other than in the practical use of the platform itself. At the most basic level, the platform must be capable of demonstrating their status as an early adopter – being ahead of the crowd.
Enabling the growth towards critical mass, where the platform becomes useful for users other than the earliest adopters, requires answering one question repeatedly for all groups of users, for all stages of development and launch – what's in it for me?
Users won't do something for the benefit of your platform unless you make it worth their while. In our case, the time and effort involved in sourcing or authoring appropriate video was probably prohibitive for early adopters – the platform did not facilitate them showing off their early-adopter status. Without content, there could be no audience of people to either comment on, vote on, or even just view the content. In hindsight, this was the kiss of death to our own venture.
Believing in Oneself whilst Listening to Others
I am not sure how much the social entrepreneurs we met were listening – I suspect they took some of the tactical considerations for success to heart, but I'm not sure they will be seriously questioning their key premise. Getting a startup off the ground certainly requires sufficient self-belief to generate enthusiasm in potential partners and users alike, but that must be mixed with being receptive to good advice. Overall I felt that what I witnessed had too many holes in it – the answers to the basic business questions were too equivocal, too complicated, and, ultimately, not quite plausible.
I really wish that I had been given a similarly rough ride before I had committed to spending a lot of time, effort and money on my own doomed pipe-dream. Did I learn anything in my adventure? Yes, definitely? Would I attempt to create a pure social media platform again? Possibly under the right circumstances – but I wouldn't do it if I wasn't sure that all the basic business questions has been posed and answered plausibly and unambiguously. In particular, I would want to see a clear plan for building traffic and measurable sign-posts that would offer early exit points if it didn't to take off.


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Yabby You
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This double-CD collection of the output of Yabby You (aka Vivian Jackson) is yet another example of the high standards that dub label Blood and Fire apply to every one of their reggae reisssues. On this collection the tracks are divided into two sub-categories. The first, Conquering Lion Style, includes the full album of that name along with some additional cuts. The second is entitled Chanting Style. All but a few of the tracks are produced by Jackson himself, and feature guest spots from such reggae luminaries as Tappa Zukie, Dillinger, Augustus Pablo and Michael Rose. They almost uniformly showcase Jackson's talents to great effect, both on the vocal and instrumental cuts. What I'm trying to say here is that this collection is prime-time reggae. Jackson stood apart from many of his contemporaries; as he says himself, "Dem use to deal with Ras Tafari, an' I deal with Jah through Jesus Christ". He took much of his lyrical inspiration from Biblical sources, such as the Revelation of St. John from the New Testament. Obviously, in lyrical terms, this is a far more personal approach to take than that favoured by most other reggae artists, but in no way does it detract from the music. Indeed, the opposite is the case. There are so many impressive cuts on this 47-track collection that it's difficult to single any out, but 'Pablo Dread In A Red' and 'Love Thy Neighbour' both hit the spot for me. The latter track opens the first CD, and by itself would serve as the perfect introduction to this unimpeachable collection. This is an essential purchase for anyone interested in 1970s reggae, and is also an invaluable masterclass in the studio experimentation that would become the backbone of so much dance music more than a decade later. Stephen Rapid, Hot Press (Ireland), January 1998
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In Parenting's February issues, Parenting Post blogger Denene Millner answered a reader's question about being the only parent in her workplace:
Q: I'm the only parent at work, and colleagues complain behind my back about my responsibilities at home. Help!
A: Some people's first inclination would be to confront the naysayers and tell them to mind their own beeswax. But the last thing you want to do is make a scene; it'll only give them more ammunition against you. Still, you do need to make it clear to everyone in the office that you're pulling your weight. So find a coworker with a big mouth and casually mention how much overtime you're putting in. While you're by the watercooler, say something like "You guys are lucky. Once you leave the office at five, you can take off your work hat. I put in more hours at night and on weekends to make up for what I can't get to during the day. I guess all that matters is that we all get our work done in the end." Of course, it would be great if you could win over everyone, but really, the only person you need to please is your boss. So long as she's willing to keep signing your checks, what your office mates are saying doesn't mean much.
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20th Anniversary: 20 Best Whoops!Posted in Whoops on March 1, 1998
The Whoops! column pretty much began as a caption contest in Tailgate (later changed to Drivelines). We'd shoot a stuck or twisted photo at a race or a trail ride, or someone would send us a shot of himself or another driver. Then we'd ask you to rub it in his face some more. In June '86 we made the first official demand for more blunders, and in August of that year Whoops! debuted, stadium style. We figured no one would ever admit to making a faux pas, so we had to offer a hundred bucks as a bribe to humiliate yourself. Now our mailbox overflows with the darndest predicaments-and for no pay! Here's the most curious and laughable.
"The Best Of Tailgate" July '86
Martin Loshniowsky has no idea how much joy this photo has brought to everyone at 4-Wheel through the years. It ran with the caption: "Jeez, I'm getting tired of all this 'Run, Fido, get help' crap." Don't overlook Fido's friend tasting it behind him. Oh, yeah, there's a Jeep really stuck in the background.
Cover May '95
This month we featured the best Whoops!, and what better way to kick off the issue than with Jim Forbes on (well, actually, off) Potato Salad Hill in Moab. Dr. James P. Rhodes II captured Jim's CJ-5 as it rolled all the way down the hill and again as it switched directions and continued down the gully. In Sept. '94's best of Whoops!, there's a shot of where it was laid to rest.
"Best Whoops! Of All Time" May '95
Never do a good deed. Jason Deederly of Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada, and his friend tried to yank out someone's stuck truck, but they took a wrong turn and rolled their '90 Ford into this "puddle."
Whoops! May '94
Rather than human error, this Whoops! was caused by mechanical problems. Colorado's Todd Larson and his 8-year-old son were testing their race Jeep with a new Chevy mill when a steering knuckle loosened and tossed them in a river. The Jeep (and the Larsons) suffered only minor injuries.
Tailgate May '88
Tim McCarthy of Potomac, Maryland, captured his friend's Jeep but gave no explanation of what in corn hill had happened, so we had to use our imagination. Since only the radio and the console could be salvaged, we'd say what happened was not good.
"Best Whoops! Of All Time" May '95
Not much information accompanied Robert Blazevich's photo of his vehicle at the bottom of a hill. He did provide the following info, however: "For sale: International Harvester, needs some bodywork."
Tailgate Mar. '92
No, it's not a failed stupid-human trick. Rene Roberge's brother-in-law was piloting his Toyota Land Cruiser along a 15-mile stretch of abandoned railroad tracks when a sudden washout removed 10 feet of gravel from below. It took three days to figure out how to get the 'Cruiser off the tracks, then another six hours to lay down planks to drive it off.
Tailgate Oct. '93
Gary Schiefelbein of Berea, Ohio, said a pleasant drive home from a Monday night football game turned into a no-brakes situation. He blew through a stop sign just before his four-wheel-drive VW plowed right into the bedroom of a condominium.
Whoops! February '96
Latham and Nikki Tiver of New Jersey provided this winner of a Whoops!. They were four-wheeling with a group when this driver misjudged a turn in the trail and landed his truck on its lid. No one was hurt. Well, except for the Toyota.
Whoops! Feb. '97
Celebrating the holidays shouldn't be this much fun, but we guess Jerry Stratton had to make his Memorial Day, uh, memorable. He was in Basse Falls, California, when this happened, and he retrieved it the old fashioned way: manpower. He says minor damage was the only souvenir.
"Rolls, Restarts, Rick, Roger: Riverside!" Dec. '79
One of the first races the magazine covered was the seventh SCORE Off-Road Championship. We captured Steve Kelley in lap nine of the pickup race going about winning the hard way. He and his codriver went home unscathed.
Whoops! Mar. '95
He signed it, "Glad to be here," and here's why: A truck was coming downhill, lost control, and then went into a full skid before pinning Billy C. Wade and his Blazer against the embankment. That smarts!
Tailgate March '91
OK, before you say, "Wrong!" we know, we know. Blame it on a poor filing system or thieves, but this isn't the actual photo that appeared in the issue. What ran was the same Whoops!, but shot from the front. But the rear is just as dramatic, and what Clifford Merrick of Sterling, Virginia, did was worth another look. Let this be a lesson: Don't drive into a hole when you're four-wheeling at night.
"Crash & Burn" Sept. '94
Robert Trent of Buena Park, California, snapped a sequence of his pals Chris and Louisa going the fast way down a tough spot in the Los Coyotes area in California. The Jeep was toast, but Chris and Louisa did fine.


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Topic: My Blood-Pressure
I finally got the Nerve, to bid on E-Bay,,,,WHEW!!! it was pulse
racing it was for a 1978 Bowie Tour Poster,,but it went for a
price Bats just couldn't do ,,so I bid for Reality and Glass Spider
Posters ,,have them so I'll have them framed with the tickets..
SO [snarling orchid]won't notice ,,but he would notice if it was Boba Fett
LOL!!!! as it would be very different,


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Davenport offers master's, bachelor's and associate degrees in more than 40 programs in its Colleges of Business, Technology and Health Professions.
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Rep. Lofgren Again Explains How And Why Domain Seizures Violate The Law
from the and-another-lawyer dept
Lofgren correctly points out that falling back on the legality of seizures for things like drugs does not apply, because this is a First Amendment issue, and then points out that it appears to be prior restraint:
Ars: So how did these seizures differ from, say, narcotics seizures in which some of the same issues about a non-adversarial hearing apply?Nice to see yet another "lawyer" speaking out about this, and especially nice that it happens to be someone in Congress, who can hopefully get more attention on this concerning subject.
Rep. Lofgren: You're never going to have a free speech issue when it comes to a pile of cocaine.
Ars: The recording industry also objected to the First Amendment concerns you raised, saying that the First Amendment is "not a shield for illegal behavior."
Rep. Lofgren: They completely missed the point, and I would think intentionally so. This is prior restraint of speech, and you can't do that in America.


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Notre Dame-USC Headlines Rivalry Saturday
By: Chris Marasco
Today on One on One, Kenny and I were joined by Lenn Robbins, Sports Columnist for the NY Post. While covering a variety of different topics about all the great games this rivalry weekend, we narrowed in on the Notre Dame matchup at USC later tonight.
When asked about USC freshman quarterback Max Wittek, Lenn went on about his admiration for the young player's confidence after predicting his team to be victorious over the Fighting Irish. The game is tonight at 8:00 PM and is the determining factor in Notre Dame clinching their bid to the BCS Title Game.
USC has struggled this year after being named the countries number one team this pre-season. The Trojans sit now at 7-4 and are without starting QB Matt Barkley, who's out with an injury.
With Notre Dame coming into the contest 11-0 and with one of the best defenses in the country, it is up to Wittek to lead his team in one of the most highly anticipated games in years.
When asked about making his first start in a game of this significance the young gunner replied, "You really can't ask for a better opportunity to show what you've got."
Both teams are aware of the game's importance and it should be a great one in Southern California between two of the most historic rivals in football history.
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Ferarri cars should remain with their stock wheels, in our opinion. It's not often that changing wheels away from stock or factory optioned wheels to a custom wheel enhances either the ride or the value of your Ferrari sports car. If you own a new or even a vintage ferrari, be sure to stick to the original wheel set up.
Two of our favorite sports cars from Maranello are the F40, commemorating the 40th anniversary of the company and the F50 - a Spyder with equally commanding presence as the F40. Wheels for these cars should always remain stock in our opinion. For the F40 that means the Speedline 5 spoke centerlock.
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For the F50, that means the Magnesium Alloy Parallel twin spoke 5 star Speedline wheels:
Ferrari is one of the all time greatest sports car manufacturers. Millions of dollars are spent every year for decades on research and development. Hundreds of millions are spent on their Formula 1 program. So why tinker with greatness? As a Ferrari owner you have every reason and responsibility to keep the stock, OEM factory wheels on your high-end supercar. Don't mess with the formula.
Now, the color of your Ferrari? Well, that's a whole different issue!


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The NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450 video card has proven to be a popular graphics card for mainstream gamers on a budget since it was released last month. When the card was released we took a quick look at the reference card along with designs from ASUS, EVGA and MSI and found the graphics card packed a decent punch and the price wasn't that bad. We were contacted by ECS shortly after that review was posted and were told that they wanted to send out a card that they thought would be competitive with the others that we had already reviewed.
Since you have gone back and read our original launch article you should know that the GeForce GTS 450 is based off a brand a 'Fermi' core that goes by the name of GF106. The GF106 is manufactured at TSMC using their advanced 40nm process and the GPU core features 1.17 billion transistors. The reference NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450 PCI Express 2.0 video card ships with a 783MHz Core GPU clock,
1566MHz shaders and 1GB of GDDR5 memory running at 900MHz (3600MHz
effective) on a 128-bit interface. The card that ECS sent out was their high-end GeForce GTS 450 Black series card with part number NBGTS450-1GPI-F. This card features a nice factory overclock that puts the clock speeds at 850MHz Core clock,
1700MHz shaders and a memory clock running at 100MHz (4000MHz
effective). ECS didn't stop there, though, as they added the Arctic Cooling Accelero Twin Turbo Pro GPU cooler to help keep the card nice and cool.
The ECS GeForce GTS 450 Black Series 1GB video card measures
8.5 inches in length
and the card stands at 5.5 inches tall due to the large HSF that is on the card. What makes this card so unique is that it features an Arctic Cooling Accelero Twin Turbo Pro dual-slot
GPU cooler for maximum cooling performance.
Flipping the ECS GeForce GTS 450 Black 1GB video card video card over we
don't find too
many interesting things, but we can make out some of the Samsung GDDR5 memory chips that are used for the card's frame buffer. The card doesn't have a back plate on it
behind the GPU, which is odd as the reference design does. The card does have a slight bend to it due to the pressure from the GPU cooler, but nothing too extreme. Notice that along the top edge of the GeForce GTS 450 that one SLI
connector is placed on the card. This means that SLI and 3D Vision
Surround configurations are supported, but it will not be able to run
triple-SLI, ever.
The ECS GeForce GTS 450 1GB video card requires a 400 Watt or greater
power supply with a minimum of 22 Amps on the +12 volt rail. It also
requires that the power supply has one 6-pin PCI Express power connector
for proper connection.
It should be noted that the NVIDIA minimum system power requirement is
based on a PC configured with an Intel Core i7 3.2GHz CPU. If you want
to run SLI we are not sure of the exact specifications, but an educated
guess would say that a 450 Watt or greater power supply would be needed.
The ECS GeForce GTS 450 Black 1GB GDDR5 graphics card has a pair of
dual-link DVI-I outputs along with a mini-HDMI output header. The NVIDIA
GeForce GTS 450 features enhanced audio support over HDMI; this
includes bitstreaming support for both Dolby True HD and DTS-HD Master
Audio over HDMI 1.4a. ECS does not include a mini-HDMI to HDMI adapter though, so be ready to buy one if you want to hook this to a HDTV or a monitor with an HDMI cable.
The ECS GeForce GTS 450 Black Series 1GB video card is a very impressive
graphics card since it uses the Arctic Cooling Accelero Twin Turbo Pro
heatsink. The Accelero Twin Turbo Pro GPU cooler retails for $50 itself,
so to get it pre-installed on the ECS GeForce GTS 450 is a nice
touch. This cooler features two 92mm PWM fans and 4-heatpipe that
connect to cooling 35 fins achieve up to 120 Watts cooling capacity. The
GeForce GTS 450 has a TDP rating of 106 Watts, so this cooler can
easily handle an overclocked card like this. The NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450 reference design uses a single 75mm cooling fan, in case you are curious.
One downside to this GPU cooler is the fact that it takes up three slots on your motherboard. Pictured above is the ECS GeForce GTS 450 1GB Black series card installed on the ASUS P6X58D-E motherboard that we use for GPU testing. As you can see it covers up a PCI slot and the secondary PCIe x16 slot that is ideally used for SLI. Most gamers use just one GPU, but if you want to run SLI in the future or want to have it as an upgrade option this should be noted.
The ECS GeForce GTS 450 Black 1GB reference card uses eight Samsung
GDDR5 memory ICs that are part number K4G10325FE-HC05. Each one of the
ICs is 128MB in size and that is how the card reaches its 1024MB frame
Let's take a look at the test system before we take a look at some performance numbers!
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Beginning this fall, the University of Chicago Graham School of Continuing Liberal and Professional Studies will offer Principles of Valuation classes taught by accredited senior appraiser members of the American Society of Appraisers (ASA).
The four-part series of ASA courses are designed for prospective Personal Property Appraisers. The classes focus upon valuation theory and methods that are common to many areas of expertise. Some examples are Gems & Jewelry, Fine Art, Automotive Specialties, Antiques & Decorative Arts, Numismatics, Books & Manuscripts, Residential Contents and Oriental Carpets. The courses not only provide information about personal property valuation, but also they offer an opportunity for students with diverse backgrounds to meet and collaborate with new colleagues.
"We are delighted to be able to add Excellence in Personal Property Valuation Training to the other university-quality educational programs offered at the Graham School," says Dean Daniel W. Shannon. "These courses will bring an added dimension to the current Artifact Collection Care Certificate program."
Daniel R. Van Vleet, ASA, current Vice President of the American Society of Appraisers and an alumnus of the University of Chicago is "thrilled with this partnership between my two favorite educational institutions." He says: "The American Society of Appraisers is internationally recognized as a leader in appraisal education and provides training to support the growing demand for appraisers who meet IRS qualification standards."
Classes begin October 17, 2012 at the University of Chicago downtown Gleacher Center campus. More information and registration information may be found here.


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Took a few shots of the anemones in the tide pools of Pacific Rim National Park. All of these photos are right out of the camera, with only a tad of sharpening applied. Also, these were taken through the surface of the water... no housing here
Pink-Tipped Anemone (Anthopleura elegantissima)
Pink-Tipped Anemones. In this shot you can see some of the rock weeds have a very subtle red fluorescence.
Giant Green Anemone (Anthopleura xanthogrammica) Personally I really like this shot and might make a wrap out of it.
Giant Green Anemone. The previous shots were all taken around midnight. However, while exploring the tide pools during the day I came across one of the largest green anemones i'd ever seen and tried to reveal its fluorescence... and it worked!
This is the same individual as above, but only under white light.


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