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Originally, I saw an advertisement about this Bible somewhere online. I wish I recalled where I saw it. I was intrigued by the name… I mean, you know how I am with full-color Bibles after all. Then, it happened…. I got an email from Tyndale asking if I would be willing to do a review on this Bible. I actually was at work at my corporate office when I got the email. It was probably a funny sight to those around me with how excited I got. I immediately told one of my coworkers (who is a fellow believer) about it. He did a search for this Bible on Amazon and looked at the "look inside" feature and said he was impressed with what he saw. Needless to say, I was impressed as well. I think my coworker (who happens to be a subscriber to my blog) was seriously considering ordering a copy for his wife. Well, after that initial email came in, it only took me a few minutes to reply and let them know that I would be very happy to do a review on this Bible. Check out the video Tyndale did for this Bible: openmyeyes.com/bible
This particular Study Bible just recently won the 2016 Best Bible Award from the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association (ECPA).
The Christian Book Award® program recognizes the highest quality in Christian books and Bibles and is among the oldest and most prestigious awards program in the religious publishing industry. Finalists are selected in seven categories: Bibles, Fiction, Children, Inspiration, Bible Reference, Non-Fiction and New Author.
The industry gathered on May 3 in Nashville to celebrate the year's best in Christian publishing, announcing the Christian Book Award® winners and featuring radio host and author Chris Fabry.
**See all sections below for full detailed review**
Wow – simply, wow! If you have read any of my other reviews, I really prefer a full-color Study Bible. With this one, Tyndale has set the bar very high for other publishers to try and hit. The layout and design of features within this Bible are done VERY well. We live in a society that is very visually oriented and this Bible (by design) caters to that fact. It very effectively pulls the reader in and has wonderful study tools and features that help you understand the Word of God. It only comes in the New Living Translation – I wish they had some others such as KJV or others in addition… maybe in the future Tyndale will do that. I was so pleased to do a review on this Bible that Tyndale sent to me (for my honest review) and quite honestly, it will probably become one of my main go-to Study Bibles that I use. Even though this is a hardcover version, I still rate it very high. I will probably get a LeatherLike version sometime very soon to use as my main Study Bible. If you are looking for a very good Study Bible and you like the NLT version, this absolutely beautiful one from Tyndale will NOT disappoint you in any way. I would HIGHLY recommend this one. In fact, I know of other people that saw my copy and actually ordered copies for themselves . Just… gorgeous! There are some features that were in the Chronological NLT Life Application Study Bible that I wish were carried over into this one, but that is a VERY minor point in my mind.
Type of Bible: Study Bible
Bible Version Reviewed: NLT (New Living Translation) Second Edition
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers
Publication Date: September 17, 2015
ISBN-13 of Bible Reviewed: 978-1-4964-0200-4 (Hardcover – see below for other options in addition to hardcover that this review is based on)
Price UPDATE: At the time of writing this review, the cheapest place to get the hardcover version of the NLT Illustrated Study Bible from was from Amazon, however, now it is from Christianbook.com. They have it for $31.49 – suggested retail from the publisher is $49.99. See below for a breakout and links to the different prices from some major re-sellers. Please note that these prices do not include any potential shipping charges.
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|NLT Illustrated Study Bible, hardcover
By Tyndale HouseThe Illustrated Study Bible brings Scripture's message to life giving you an entirely new visual study experience. Hundreds of information-rich windows to the Bible world instantly communicate foundational truths and complex information in an understandable, compelling way for today's visual generation.The who, what, where, when, and why of the Bible come alive with stunning photos, illustrations, infographics, and full color maps integrated seamlessly with background material, study notes, and theme articles. The Illustrated Study Bible empowers you to draw closer to God by opening your eyes to Scripture's living, powerful message.
Physical Characteristics:
- Hardcover with dustcover
- NOT Smyth sewn – has a glue back (at least on the hardcover version)
- No ribbon markers
- Words of Christ are not in red
- Cross References
- 2,618 pages
- Type size is approximately 9 point for Scripture (smaller for study notes – probably 6 or 7 point for those)
- Dimensions: 6 15/16″ wide (outside spine to cover edge – cover hangs past pages by about 1/4″) x 9 1/2" high (top edge of cover to bottom edge of cover – cover hangs over top and bottom of pages by 3/16") x 2 5/16" thick (including cover thickness)
- Approximate weight: 3.75 lbs
- Comes in a nicely printed (heavy card stock) slip case:
Pre-Scripture Text Pages
- 1 page of a Presentation Page (pretty basic – Presented To, From, Date and On the Occasion Of lines)
- 1 page of Contents
- 1 page of Introduction to the Illustrated Study Bible (gives some background as to the reasons the Illustrated Study Bible was created)
- 3 pages of How to Study the Bible (gives a great overview of the unique things about this Study Bible and how to use them when you are doing your studies)
- 1 page of A Note to Readers (this is a Publishers' note from 2007 regarding the New Living Translation version)
- 5 pages of Introduction to the New Living Translation (from the Publishers, giving the background of how the NLT came about and their translation goals and methodology)
- 2 pages of the NLT Bible Translation Team
- 10 pages of Timeline of Biblical History (gives a wonderfully beautiful full-color timeline showing when books were written and also showing different Biblical events as well as world events to help put the timeline into a perspective that a majority of readers may find very helpful)
Scripture Text Pages
- Biblical Sections and Colored Themes
- This Study Bible is canonical (normal sequence of books in a Protestant Bible), but nicely has color coded sections so you know what area of books you are in. The color schemes and layout done in this Bible are very nicely done. Each section has a specific color that appears in the Section and Book Introductions and continues in the Theme Notes, Section Indicator bar at the bottom of each page and the headings and chapter numbers within the section text. The really nice thing is that in this Section Indicator bar at the bottom of the page, the "location marker" gradually moves like a progress bar to show you how far into the section you are. This really is a beautiful design.
- The Pentateuch – Covers the first five books of the Bible.
- Color scheme for this section is a darker teal tone
- 6 pages of introduction to The Pentateuch which includes a brief introduction, the Setting, a Summary, an Outline of the Pentateuch, Interpretation of the Pentateuch, Meaning and Message of the Pentateuch and a detailed section on Authorship of the Pentateuch.
- Also it has a quick reference to 8 of the very beautiful and wonderfully designed charts, graphics and maps used in the Pentateuch including Creation, Noah, Abraham, Promised Land, the Plagues, Israel's Annual Calendar, the Tabernacle and Israel in the Wilderness.
- Israel's History – Covers the books from Joshua to Esther.
- Color scheme for this section is a brownish tone
- 6 pages of introduction to Israel's History which includes a brief introduction, the Setting, a Summary, Interpretation of Israel's History, Meaning and Message of Israel's History and Behind the Text.
- Also it has a quick reference to 8 of the very beautiful and wonderfully designed charts, graphics and maps used in Israel's History including Oppression, the Philistines, Ruth, Hostile Authority, Babylon, Temple Worship, the Rebuilding of Jerusalem and Esther.
- Poetry & Wisdom – Covers the books from Job to Song of Songs
- Color scheme for this section is a green tone
- 4 pages of introduction to Poetry and Wisdom which includes a brief introduction, the Setting, Interpretation of Poetry and Wisdom, Meaning and Message and Behind the Text.
- Also it has a quick reference to 8 of the very beautiful and wonderfully designed charts, graphics and maps used in Poetry and Wisdom including The Righteous Suffer, Kinds of Psalms, the Shepherd, Plants in Israel, Animals in Israel, Musical Instruments in Israel, Themes in Proverbs and Beauty in Nature.
- Prophets of Israel – Covers the books from Isaiah to Malachi.
- Color scheme for this section is a purple tone
- 6 pages of introduction to Prophets of Israel which includes a brief introduction, Who Prophets were and their Characteristics, Interpretation of the Prophets of Israel, the Message of the Prophets, the Prophetic Era, and the Ultimate Prophet.
- Also it has a quick reference to 8 of the very beautiful and wonderfully designed charts, graphics and maps used in Prophets of Israel including Judah's Crimes, the Coming Kin, the New Covenant, the Promise of New Life, Daniel, Four World Empires, the Greeks and the Day of the Lord.
- Gospels and Acts – Covers the books from Matthew to Acts.
- Color scheme for this section is a maroon tone
- 10 pages of introduction to the Gospels and Acts which includes a brief introduction, the Setting, Summary of the Gospels and Acts, a Comparison of the Four Gospels, Interpreting the Gospels and Acts, Meaning and Message, Behind the Text and the Chronology of Jesus' Life
- Also it has a quick reference to 8 of the very beautiful and wonderfully designed charts, graphics and maps used in the Birth of Christ, the Ministry of Jesus, "I Am" Sayings, the Parables of Jesus, Jesus' Final Night, the Cross and Passover, the Holy Spirit's Presence and Journeys of Paul & Barnabas.
- Letters of Paul – Covers the books from Romans to Philemon
- Color scheme for this section is a blue tone
- 4 pages of introduction to the Letters of Paul which includes a brief introduction, the Setting, Meaning and Message, Interpreting Paul and Behind the Text.,
- Also it has a quick reference to 8 of the very beautiful and wonderfully designed charts, graphics and maps used in Rome, Jews and Gentiles, Corinth, Ephesus, The Church, Philippi, Timothy and Slavery
- Other Letters – Covers the books from Hebrews to Revelation.
- Color scheme for this section is a teal color
- 4 pages of introduction to the Other Letters which includes a brief introduction, the Setting, Interpretation, Meaning and Message and Behind the Text.,
- Also it has a quick reference to 4 of the very beautiful and wonderfully designed charts, graphics and maps used in the Superiority of the Son, Faith, Christian Suffering and "I Am Coming Soon".
- Israel's History – Covers the books from Joshua to Esther.
- 11 pages of Old Testament Introduction –
- This Old Testament Introduction starts off with a very nice introduction explaining some of the political background covered in the Old Testament. Then it goes into the history of the Old Testament. Also, there is a wonderful section called "The Canon of the Old Testament" that compares the differences in the sequence of the Old Testament books between the Hebrew Bible (Tanak) and the English Old Testament. Then there is an excellent, albeit brief, section covering the principals of Interpreting the Old Testament. Similar to other sections within the Study Bible, there is a portion that covers the Meaning and Message of the Old Testament. Finally, there is a 2 1/2 page section on Old Testament Archaeology and Ancient Near Eastern (Biblical times) Texts and Artifacts.
- 6 pages of the Intertestamental Period –
- A wonderful section that you don't always see in many Study Bibles. It covers that time between Malachi and Matthew giving some historical and cultural background to this time period. It covers Greek, Egyptian and Syrian ruling, Jewish Literature, Antiochus IV, a terrific section on the Maccabees which is normally covered in the Apocrypha book of 1 Maccabees which is not considered inspired by God to be included in the canon of the Bible by Protestant churches, but rather, more of a history book
- 9 pages of New Testament Introduction –
- Starting off with Setting and Background that helps set the stage for the New Testament, this is a very nicely done section. Similar to the Old Testament Introduction, it includes the New Testament History which gives a synopsis of walking through the New Testament at a very high level. Then they have a section for the Canon of the New Testament. If you are not familiar with the term "Canon" (which is not the weapon that shoots steel balls – that's cannon with 3 "n"s), it simply means "measuring rod" which in the Biblical perspective means that these books in the canon are used to identify the set of standard doctrines for the church. This section then goes into a brief portion that explains the high level principals of Interpreting the New Testament, then continuing on to the Meaning and Message of the New Testament. I really like how this Study Bible calls specifically to look at the Old and New Testaments together to point toward Jesus being our Sacrificial Lamb – the Old Testament foretelling of His coming and what he would go through and the New Testament being the fulfillment of the Old Testament foretelling.
- Introductions for each book of the Bible –
- Book Introduction Header – There is beautiful photography with the book name and rough dates overlaid on the photo.
- Introduction Text – This portion gives a very brief summary of some of the key points to the book.
- Biblical Section Graph – At a quick glance, this provides you with which of the 7 Biblical sections the book belongs to
- Setting – This gives the setting, whether political, historical, cultural or geographical of the particular book. This really helps set the stage for the particular book you are reading.
- Summary – This is a high-level view of the book which is a very good quick overview.
- Outline – Typical outline, but at a slightly higher, less detailed level. It does give a good flow of the book though
- Timelines – Some book introductions include excellently designed timelines which help the reader to put into perspective the events of the book in relation to other books and world history
- Maps – Some book introductions include maps that are very nicely designed. The overlay text is easy to read and many maps give some descriptions around the maps as well as Scriptural references to the items on the maps. Very nicely done!
- Meaning and Message – All of the books that I looked through have this section in the book introduction. It is written very well and basically gives what the emphasis of the book is as well as providing some background that will help the reader to have greater understanding of the contents of the particular book and how it relates to our faith.
- Behind the Text – includes Authorship of the book, and some include different information about the Composition, what Manuscripts are used, details about Dates that the book was either written or covers, Genres of some of the books, Historical Situations and Further Readings among other topics.
- Cross References
- These are the typical cross references that most Bibles have, but these are not all-inclusive of course. The placement of the Cross References are in the inner margins of the pages
- Image
- This Study Bible really does have some of the most beautiful images and photography that I have seen in the many Study Bibles that I have seen. I honestly thought that Tyndale's NLT Chronological Life Application Study Bible would be hard to beat, but I have to honestly say that I think Tyndale really was able to pull it off! They really hit this one out of the park with how beautiful it looks.
- Illustrations and Visuals (Charts and Diagrams)
- To say that this Study Bible has a good number of visuals in it would be such an understatement. In fact, there are 17 pages in the back called "Features Index" that lists out the different visuals which include Themes, Timelines, Photos, Charts, Profiles, Maps, Illustrations and more. It really is a very visually rich Study Bible.
- Theme Notes
- There are a large number of Theme Notes throughout this Study Bible and cover some wonderful topics relating to our faith and the character of God.
- Profiles
- There are a lot great insights to many Biblical people including accomplishments, mistakes, strengths, weaknesses and key lessons from their lives. This is done VERY nicely! I love this feature!
- Maps and Timelines
- There are a large number of maps throughout this Study Bible. They appear in a variety of locations such as Book Introductions, Theme Notes, Profiles and many, many Study Notes. Similar to the Maps, there are quite a large number of Timelines throughout this Bible in the same variety of locations.
Study Notes
- There are a large number of study notes that help to give an understanding of Scripture for the reader, historical background, cultural background, context and much more. The study notes do seem to be pretty solid from the examples that I have looked at. By no means have I looked at them all though.
- Parallel Passages
- Some bibles will indicate via cross references when there is a parallel passage of some kind. However, the publisher did this a little different. I do have to admit, that I really liked the way that Tyndale did it in the NLT Chronological Life Application Bible. However, they did a nice job using text only with the NLT Illustrated Study Bible. The parallel passages are called out directly following the colored headings in the text. For example, the section Matthew 3:13-17 regarding the baptism of Jesus, the parallel information shows where this event is covered within all four gospels.
- Harmony of the Gospels
- This is the fairly typical Harmony of the Gospels chart but is in color making it fairly easy to use. The only suggestion I have is that I would have rather seen the publisher use the concept that they did in the NLT Chronological Life Application Bible as that style and design really was much more of a visual approach to the Harmony of the Gospels. With that said, the way they did this Study Bible is fine, albeit fairly typical of most Study Bibles on the market today.
- NLT Textual Notes
- This is relating to the NLT version and includes the following items to certain scriptures:
- Alternate translations
- Meaning of Hebrew and Greek terms
- Variances in reading in the ancient Biblical manuscripts
- This is relating to the NLT version and includes the following items to certain scriptures:
- NLT Textual Notes
- Sectional Headings
- The outline headings that are added to the text are based on the outline that is in the book introduction. Then below these outlines, the different sections within that main outline point have a bold (and section theme colored) font. For example, here is the outline contained in the Book Introduction of Mark and a shot showing the 2nd point in the outline which covers "Who Is This Jesus (1:14-5:43). You can see that there are sub sections called out in the smaller bold font in the section's theme color such as "Introduction to Jesus' Ministry". Then there are 3rd level subsections such as "A Summary of Jesus' Message" and "The First Disciples" and "Jesus' Healing Miracles".
Post-Scripture Text Pages
- 6 pages of After the Apostles
- This section goes over the history of the church from after the apostles starting around 60 AD through around 451 AD. It reviews that canonization of the Bible over the years and has a wonderful timeline that compares the Church against Rome in the timeline.
- 1 page of Ancient Weights, Measures and Coins
- Fairly typical chart covering Biblical Weights, Lengths, Capacities and Coins.
- 12 pages of Hebrew and Greek Word Studies
- This section does a nice job of explaining how to use this tool. It covers around 200 Hebrew and Greek word studies. It includes the Strong's numbers, a definition, often what part of speech it is and then also many Scripture references where this word is used.
- 17 pages of Features Index
- This is a wonderful section that covers all of the different types of amazing features contained within this Study Bible. It covers, Themes, Profiles, Charts, Illustrations, Maps, etc. Also, on the outside margins of these pages is a graphic "bubble" highlights of some of these features. Very nicely designed.
- 56 pages of Notes Index
- I have to admit, I was pleasantly surprised when I saw this and realized what it was. It is actually an alphabetical list of many of the different Study Notes in this Study Bible and where the Scripture references are to find the particular topic. I'm not sure I have seen this in many Study Bibles before, but I really appreciate the effort to add this valuable tool as a resource. Very nicely done, Tyndale!
- 85 pages of Dictionary / Concordance
- Honestly, this is probably one of the largest Dictionary/Concordances in a Study Bible that I have seen. Often, Study Bibles have 30 to 50 pages for a dictionary/concordance. This one is laid out very cleanly and easy to use. Very useful if you don't want to carry a full concordance or dictionary around with you. With that said, when doing my studies at home, I will more often than not turn to a fuller Bible Dictionary or Concordance. However, this is very handy to have for some quick work.
- 9 pages of Image Credits
- Ok, does this give you any idea on how visual this Bible is? Often the Image Credits in a full-color Study Bible might be 2 to 4 pages tops. Not so with this one. It truly is very visual and beautiful in my opinion.
Durability and Quality of Bible:
For a Hardcover Bible, I would say that this appears to be a fairly durable bible. Again, please note that I have a personal preference toward leather bound books. This bible is NOT Smyth Sewn (or section sewn), which I got confirmation from the Brand and Product Manager at the publisher (Tyndale) – here is what he said about it "In this case, no, the binding is not smyth sewn. We used a very high quality printer in Italy (the same one that did our Chronological Life Application Study Bible). Our manufacturing team tells me that the glues that they use for the adhesive binding have come a long way even in the ten years that I have been working at Tyndale. There is no doubt that adhesive binding used to be second class to smyth sewing, but today at least some of the printers that we work with tell us that today's adhesives make those bindings better. I am not sure that I would go quite that far – for a slim Bible there is no doubt that a smyth sewn binding will lay flatter for instance. For a Bible that is as large as the ISB that isn't an issue."
Normally, I tend to classify hardcover Bibles as more of a desk reference version vs. what I would call my "carry around with me" bible. However… and it really is a BIG however…. With the features and beauty of this particular Study Bible, I would have a hard time saying it will stay in my "Desk Reference" list, but rather would probably be carried around with me. I would eventually like to get a copy of the LeatherLike version to have as my carry-around Bible.
No Rounded Corners:
Much like most Hardcover Bibles, this one does not have the typical rounded corners that you see in leather or "LeatherLike" Bibles. Personally, I prefer the rounded corner technique from an aesthetic purpose as well as a functional one. In my opinion, the Bibles that don't have rounded corners tend to get bent corners more easily than those that have rounded corners. With that said, I will update this review when I get my hands on a LeatherLike version of this Study Bible.
Typeface and Print:
- Scriptures appear to be about 9 point font, which tends to be fairly standard size and font used in many bibles.
- The study notes are smaller in point size (maybe a 6 or possibly 7), but it is done in a very clean font (possibly Arial or Verdana, but I'm not sure).
- Scripture text and the commentary text (and maps and charts) are very clearly separated by a solid think line separating the two areas into an upper section (scripture) and a lower section (study notes, maps, charts, etc.)
- Words of Christ are not in red – all scripture text is done in black ink
- There is a little bit of room to write in the outside margins to write in if you desire (just about 5/8″ outside margin). Not much if you like writing in margins a lot, however… or write very big letters.
- Paper used for this Bible is a nicely opaque paper so you don't get nearly the show through that you do with other bibles that use cheaper/thinner paper.
- Full color maps, photographs, charts, timelines, and other content are done very nicely and the print is very good quality.
- Overall (yes, I've said this before multiple times in this review), this Study Bible is simply beautiful. As I have said in other reviews, I really like full-color Bibles. This one has now set the bar for other publishers to shoot for. I love how it looks!
OK, this is the part where I get to tell you about how I like or dislike this Bible in a detailed manner. What I typically try to do is do a quick glance over the entire book at a high level to get a feel for it. Then I will go in depth in a shorter book such as Philippians so I am comparing the same thing from bible to bible. That gives my reviews a certain consistency to them.
Ease of Use:
This Study Bible is actually designed so well that it is very easy to use. The colors and layout make it very easy to know exactly where you are and what you are looking at. This is an excellent Bible to use for general reading as well some more in depth studies.
Study Tools Helpful & Informative:
- There are really a a lot of excellent study notes to help the reader dive into an understanding of God's Word. The Notes Index in the back is such an excellent addition and was very refreshing to discover this feature.
- This Study Bible is very resource rich and you can see those resources listed out earlier in this review. Amazing and beautiful!
- You can also download a PDF example of this Bible to see it for yourself at http://openmyeyes.com/bible/#look
Does Commentary Convey Biblical Truth:
From what I have looked at so far for the study notes, it does seem to have a pretty solid foundation.
MY EVALUATION OF SINGLE BOOK (Philippians):
Ease of Use:
No different than any other book in this Study Bible, reading and studying in Philippians and is very easy and enjoyable to do with how the publisher laid out this Bible.
Study Tools Helpful & Informative:
The study notes are solid throughout the book of Philippians. The Book Introduction section is one of the better ones that I have seen in a Study Bible. Plus, there is a great full-page section on the village of Philippi helping the reader to understand the culture behind the book.
Does Commentary Convey Biblical Truth:
The commentary in Philippians seems to be pretty solid and seems to be very helpful. Just as one example, it does a nice job regarding Phil 3:2 where it references dogs and mutilators clearly showing Paul's flip of the term that the Jews reserved for Gentiles, however here, Paul calls the Jews dogs because of some of the things they were doing. It also nicely cross references the notes regarding dogs from Matthew 7:27-28.
Below, we have the overall ratings that I would give to this particular Bible with a 1 to 10 range. Keep in mind that when I am doing these ratings, it is based on the physical makeup, format, extra-Biblical content and value of the Bible, not rating the Word of God itself as that would be off the chart 🙂
Quality: 9.1 – As I have stated in other reviews, I have a preference toward genuine leather – especially the higher quality leathers. I will have to take a look at the LeatherLike version of tis Bible to see how the quality looks for that one. Honestly, I do with that Tyndale would have also done this in a higher quality leather like cowhide or goatskin. I would easily pay extra for that quality level.
Appearance: 9.8 – As I have stated previously, this Bible is beautiful. The printing was very nicely done, giving this Bible a great appearance. The only reason I did not give it a 10 (which is VERY rare for me to give) was because there were a few points in the Chronological NLT Life Application Study Bible that I wished they would have carried over into the NLT Illustrated Study Bible.
Value: 9.8 – This Bible is a very good value in my opinion. For the price, you get a good quality Bible that is very easy to use and looks very good. For the price of a hardcover version, you can't go wrong with this Study Bible.
Innovation: 9.9 – The full-color pages are gorgeous and how they designed the features (listed earlier in this review) are some of the best that I have seen in a Study Bible so far. Just simply amazing!
Other/Wildcard: 9.5 – I have to rate wildcards which are obviously very subjective. But, with how we live in a visually oriented society, the publishers did a wonderful job capturing what our society looks at and helps to engage people in God's Word in a very effective manner.
Overall Rating: 9.6 out of 10
Bible Formats and Options:
Here are some of the different formats that this Bible comes in per the publisher. You can simply Google the ISBN number to find where you can get your desired version
- ISBN: 978-1496402004 (Hardcover- This review)
- ISBN: 978-1496402035 (Hardcover Indexed)
- ISBN: 978-1496428240 (Deluxe Slate Grey Linen Hardcover with Slipcase)
- ISBN: 978-1496428257 (Deluxe Blush Rose Linen Hardcover with Slipcase)
- ISBN: 978-1496402066 (LeatherLike Teal/Chocolate)
- ISBN: 978-1496402028 (LeatherLike Black Indexed)
- ISBN: 978-1496402073 (LeatherLike Teal/Chocolate Indexed)
- ISBN: 978-1496402042 (LeatherLike Brown/Tan)
- ISBN: 978-1496402059 (LeatherLike Brown/Tan Indexed)
- ISBN: 978-1496402011 (LeatherLike Black)
Company Summary:
From the publisher's website: Tyndale House Publishers was started back in 1962 with the publication of Living Letters printing 2,000 copies. It was launched by Ken and Margaret Taylor and operated out of their dining room. Since then, privately owned Tyndale has grown significantly and publishes many Bibles and Christian resources like the Life Application Study Bible and novels such as the "Left Behind" series.
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|Variable electrocardiographic characteristics of isthmus-dependent atrial flutter.
MedLine Citation:
|PMID: 12354439 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE
|OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this study was to characterize variations in flutter-wave (F-wave) morphology among patients with clockwise isthmus-dependent (CWID) and counterclockwise isthmus-dependent (CCWID) right atrial flutter (AFL) and to attempt to correlate F-wave morphology with echocardiographic data and clinical patient characteristics. BACKGROUND: Variations in F-wave morphology on surface electrocardiogram (ECG) during CCWID and CWID flutter have been reported but never systematically characterized. METHODS: Over a four-year period, 139 patients with AFL on ECG underwent electrophysiologic study and echocardiography at our institution. Electrocardiographic data, intracardiac recordings, echocardiographic data, and patient characteristics were reviewed retrospectively. RESULTS: Of 156 AFLs evaluated, 130 were CCWID, 26 were CWID. Three types of CCWID flutter were observed: type 1 had purely negative F-waves inferiorly, types 2 and 3 had F-waves inferiorly with small (type 2) or broad (type 3) positive terminal deflections; CCWID flutter types 2 and 3 were associated with higher incidence of left atrial (LA) enlargement, heart disease, and atrial fibrillation (Afib) than type 1. Two types of CWID flutter were observed: type 1 had notched positive F-waves with a distinct isoelectric segment inferiorly. Type 2 had broader F-waves inferiorly with positive and negative components and a short isoelectric segment. CONCLUSIONS: Variable ECG patterns for CCWID and CWID AFL exist. A positive component of the F-wave in the inferior leads during CCWID flutter is associated with an increased likelihood of heart disease, Afib, and LA enlargement.
|Paul Milliez; Allison W Richardson; Ogundu Obioha-Ngwu; Peter J Zimetbaum; Panos Papageorgiou; Mark E Josephson
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Publication Detail:
|Type: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
Journal Detail:
|Title: Journal of the American College of Cardiology Volume: 40 ISSN: 0735-1097 ISO Abbreviation: J. Am. Coll. Cardiol. Publication Date: 2002 Sep
Date Detail:
|Created Date: 2002-09-30 Completed Date: 2002-10-16 Revised Date: 2006-11-15
Medline Journal Info:
|Nlm Unique ID: 8301365 Medline TA: J Am Coll Cardiol Country: United States
Other Details:
|Languages: eng Pagination: 1125-32 Citation Subset: AIM; IM
|Harvard-Thorndike Electrophysiology Institute, Cardiovascular Division, Beth Israel Deacones Medical Center, Boston, Massashusetts 02215, USA.
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|MeSH Terms
Aged, 80 and over
Atrial Flutter / physiopathology*, ultrasonography
Atrial Function, Right / physiology*
Heart Atria / physiopathology*, ultrasonography
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BFTP: Features of school cultures that embrace creativity
Does your school's culture inhibit or encourage creativity in its students and employees? Often formed over dozens of years, the values, habits, and climates of school buildings are incredibly difficult to change. Culture outlasts teachers and administrators; lean and rich budget years; and a vast array of new programs, theories, and strategic plans.
I would never discourage anyone from attempting to change a school culture - especially one that is having a negative impact on students and/or staff. But sane people also look for jobs where a positive culture already exists. Were I looking for a school in which to work (or in which to enroll my children), I'd be looking for some of these attributes:
School climate. Funny how a person can sense the safety, friendliness, and sense of caring within minutes of walking into a school. Little things like cleanliness, open doors to classrooms, laughter, respectful talk, presence of volunteers, and genuine smiles from both adults and kids are the barometers of school climate.
Student work is honored. The hallways, display cases, and teacher bulletin boards should all be used to show and recognize products and accomplishments of the students currently in the school. OK, you can have a wall of famed alumni or old sports trophies, but make sure today's kids get a chance to share their original work and ideas publicly as well. This also goes for the virtual hallways of the school website.
Public contests and fairs. Science fairs, history days, math competitions, knowledge bowls, speech contests, inventors' competitions and a host of other possibilities should play a role in students' educational experiences at all grade levels. A public display of creativity and innovation gives students the opportunity to display the courage needed to be a change agent.
Arts for all in the elementary. In our mad rush to insure all students are capable of demonstrating the "one right answer mentality" on standardized tests, elementary schools have misguidedly cut regular art, music, and physical education opportunities to obtain more time for direct reading and math instruction. Schools that maintain arts offerings for all students maintain the chances for all students to demonstrate creativity.
Elective and extracurricular offerings. What happens in class is important. But so is what happens during the other eighteen hours of the day. Elementary schools need to offer after-school clubs and activities that develop social skills and interests. Secondary schools must be rich with art, sports, technology education, music, and community service choices that develop individual talents, leadership, pride in accomplishment, and pragmatic innovative problem-solving abilities.
Good libraries. The quality of the library is the clearest sign of how much a school values reading, teaching for independent thinking, and lifelong learning. A trained librarian and a welcoming environment with a well-used collection of current physical books and magazines - along with e-resources and minimally filtered Internet access tell a parent that the teachers and principal value more than the memorization of facts from a text book, that a diversity of ideas and opinions is important, and that reading is not just necessary, but pleasurable and important. And that creativity is valued both in production and appreciation.
Open classrooms. There are two facets to open classrooms. The first is the classroom with an open door, uncovered windows, and guests within - parents, volunteers, specialists. The second facet of the open classroom involves openness to new ideas and expressions. Lively discussions and open-ended genuine questions are the hallmarks of this openness.
Project-based learning. Demonstrating competencies through projects and performance are the primary opportunity that students have to practice all three elements of creativity: originality, effectiveness, and craftsmanship. When authentically assessed using a formative assessment strategy, student creativity grow.
Technology used to create, not just consume. Aligned to this project-based model is how technologies are being used in the classroom. Is that table just an e-book or video monitor or is it used to produce original graphics, podcasts, videos, writings, and other communications?
Commitment to professional development. The amount of exciting research on effective teaching practices and schools is overwhelming. Brain-based research, reflective practice, systematic examination of student work, strategies for working with disengaged students, and the effective use of technology are some of the findings that can have a positive impact on how to best teach children. But research doesn't do any good if it stays in the university or journal. Good schools give financial priority to teaching teachers how to improve their practice. These schools honor the knowledge and professionalism of their teaching staff by finding means for teachers to work together in Professional Learning Communities on a regular basis during work hours.
Individual teacher quality. Overall school ratings may be deceptive. Five-star teachers who promote creativity can be found in one-star schools and one-star teachers who primarily teach to the test can be found in five-star schools. And you or your child may encounter either situation. I always listened to what other parents said about the teachers my children might have, and insisted that my kids got the teachers with good reviews - to the dismay of many a school principal.
Genuine student governance. Schools with positive cultures respect students and no greater respect can be shown by giving students themselves a role in the governance of the school. Whether it's in the form of a student council that has real power, a student selected and directed school play, students serving on building committees, or teachers asking students to formulate classroom norms and rules, adults in schools give students real world problem-solving abilities by giving them real-world problems. And trust.
Students can demonstrate creativity in many different ways. A school with a creativity-positive culture will not have a single great program, but give students the chance to shine in many different ways - artistically, athletically, academically, and socially.
Whether we like it or not, in many states, school "report cards" based on a very limited test-driven data set are ratcheting up competition among schools. Schools with high test scores wave them like a banner to attract parent-consumers. But schools' self-evaluation (and public relations) efforts need to go beyond bragging about test-based data and need to include other quality criteria as well. Parents do understand that creativity, perhaps even more than calculus, is a critical ability.
What signs do you see in school and classroom cultures that embrace creativity?


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AP Environmental Science Topics (from College Board)
II. The Living World: A. Ecosystem Structure; C. Ecosystem Diversity; D. Natural Ecosystem Change
III. Population: A. Population Biology Concepts
Teacher's resources
+ Adapted scientific article
+ Student assessment questions with Teacher's key
+ Original scientific paper from Nature communications
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Tenants' Rights & Homelessness Prevention
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Tenants Political Action Committee supports candidates for political office in New York who are strong supporters of tenants' rights.
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How does Christmas make you feel? For me, it's those days leading
up to Christmas and this anticipation that sing inside me that count
the most. This lovely period finds me brimming with shining lights,
red baubles, gingerbread dough in hands, all wrapped in the hygge
mood, sipping tea by the fire and overflowing the house with flowers
and music. The silver kettles in full service, the crowded festive buffet,
the warmth of the Persian rugs. This is the scenery of extra coziness
to better enjoy each other's company during the holidays but this
is not a material matter.
It's the tenderness, the carefulness and love I want to
whisper to who I love.
It's the way someone feels in his own space.
It's the desire to make the home radiate a special kind of
It's that Christmas magic that touches the soul and makes the
heart feel excited about those holy days.
It's a way to welcome better days, hope and joy.
Wishing you all
a BRIGHT AND MERRY CHISTMAS!
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Weekly Journal. (Galveston, Tex.), Vol. 3, No. 43, Ed. 1 Friday, February 4, 1853
Description: Weekly newspaper from Galveston, Texas that includes local, state and national news along with advertising.
Date: February 4, 1853
Creator: Smith, H. H.
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Today we're highlighting Aileen from the US, a woman who had to medically remove her hymen in order to have pleasurable sex. If you want to tell your story, go to our submission form. You can find all our V-Card Diaries here. Tell us about yourself:
I'm a female, in my late 20's, and from the United States.
How do you define virginity?
I don't think there's any one act that causes virginity to be 'lost.' When sexual experiences are no longer something to simply dream about or giggle over, you're probably not a virgin anymore.
Tell us your story:
It always upsets me to hear about women who undergo surgery to "replace" their hymen, and for more reasons than those already stated here. Want an unbreakable, impenetrable hymen? Take mine, please!
When I was younger, I never used tampons because I had trouble inserting them, but I was assured this was normal and nothing to worry about. I never had the desire to try inserting anything else because it was always so uncomfortable, sometimes painful. Then, in college, I had a serious boyfriend. We did lots of fun things physically, but when we tried to have intercourse, it was like he was hitting a wall. Because he was.
Three gynecologists later, I found out I had a rigid hymen and having it surgically removed was the best option as even the slightest attempt to stretch it caused immense pain. Surgery wasn't the magical solution to pain-free sex I'd hoped it would be (to be fair, the surgeon did tell me it wasn't going to be an instant fix), but it certainly made things a lot easier. Good riddance, hymen!


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History of the Tournament
The first Australian Open was held in 1905 on a grass court. In its early years, the Australian Open was not popular among foreign players mainly because travel to Australia was time consuming and difficult (In 1920 a trip to Australia from Europe by boat took 45 days). Add to this the small tournament purse and players were not anxious to make the effort to get to the tournament. Despite entering the open era of tennis in 1969, it wasn't until 1983 that big names began to compete regularly at the Australian Open. It has since become one of the most popular tournaments in tennis.
Recent winners include:
- 2006 Roger Federer (SUI)
- 2007 Roger Federer (SUI)
- 2008 Novak Djokovic (SRB)
- 2009 Rafael Nadal (ESP)
- 2010 Roger Federer (SUI)
- 2011 Novak Djokovic (SRB)
- 2012 Novak Djokovic (SRB)
- 2013 Novak Djokovic (SRB)
- 2014 Stan Wawrinka (SUI)
- 2015 Novak Djokovic (SRB)
- 2016 Novak Djokovic (SRB)
- 2006 Amelie Mauresmo (FRA)
- 2007 Serena Williams (USA)
- 2008 Maria Sharapova (RUS)
- 2009 Serena Williams (USA)
- 2010 Serena Williams (USA)
- 2011 Kim Clijsters (BEL)
- 2012 Victoria Azarenka (BLR)
- 2013 Victoria Azarenka (BLR)
- 2014 Li Na (CHN)
- 2015 Serena Williams (USA)
- 2016 Angelique Kerber (GER)
Roy Emerson and Novak Djokovic holds the most Men's Singles titles at the Australian Open with six wins each. Andre Agassi and Roger Federer come in next with four wins apiece. Margaret Court has the most Women's Singles titles at the Australian Open with 11 wins. Serena Williams and Nancye Wynne Bolton are then second on the list, with six titles each.
In 1988, the tournament changed from a grass court to a hard court known as the Rebound Ace. Hard courts are unique in that increasing or decreasing the amount of sand on the top paint can adjust the friction on the surface of the court. This customizes the bounce of the ball and speed of play. Hard courts are much faster than clay courts, yet not quite as fast as grass. Generally, they are considered to be the most equal for all playing types.
Some players complained that the Rebound Ace court got too sticky in the intense heat of the Australian summer, making it difficult to move on and increasing the chances of injury. This claim was dismissed when officials conducted an investigation into the matter and found that the heat had no real effect on the court. Nevertheless, in 2008, the Rebound Ace surface was replaced by a medium-paced acrylic surface called Plexicushion Prestige. This switch generated some controversy as many people complained that the new surface was too similar to that used in the US Open.
Australian Open Betting Tips
One of the main things to consider before placing a bet at an online gambling site on any of the Grand Slam tournaments is the court. As the court at the Australian Open is still relatively new, the players have noted that it is much slower than other hard courts. Since slower courts suit baseline players that like to slug the ball back and forth in a slower paced game, it would be wise to choose a player with this style of playing. Of course, as the court gets broken in, it could get faster. In this case, a player with a fast, hard-hitting game might fair better.
Check out our tennis page for more tips on tennis betting. Or for more information on Grand Slam tennis, check out our US Open, French Open or Wimbledon pages. Once you're ready to take a punt at your favorite player, check out one of our recommended sportsbooks.
Australian Open Bonuses
The Australian Open gains worldwide attention, not only from fans of the sport, but also from online gambling players, who are eager to have a bet on the tournament. Because the Australian Open is so popular, many online sportsbooks offer bonuses to players betting on the competition, such as enhanced odds on certain outcomes. Due to these many bonuses, any savvy online gambler should check through the different bonuses before making their bet. Alternatively, they could just look here though, as we'll bring news of all the best Australian Open bonuses as soon as we hear about them.


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Welcome to Giants Country!
I'm delighted to see you are exploring our website to learn about our community and what we have to offer your child for their high school experience. I invite you to discover Bishop Brady High School - a Catholic, caring community.
In my nineteen years as the Director of Admissions and Enrollment, I have had the pleasure of seeing our graduates realize their dreams of becoming doctors, lawyers, entrepreneurs, writers, pilots, scientists, engineers, politicians, nurses, surgeons, veterinarians, educators, and members of all branches in the military. You name it, and it's likely I can name a graduate who has become one!
Want to learn more? Our website is a terrific place to start. However, the best way to learn about us and experience the wonderful energy of our students and faculty is by visiting our school during one of our many visit opportunities. Make sure you check out the "Visit Us" section to find an event that fits your schedule, and if you need something tailored to your individual needs, I'm happy to meet with you at a time that works for you. Welcome to the Bishop Brady community.
I look forward to meeting you soon!
Lonna J. Abbott, CAEP
Director of Admissions and Enrollment


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Thanks to a few requests from our recent usability survey I have started to add ways to avoid using right-clicks.
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At no other time in history has visual communication been as omnipresent as it is at the beginning of the 21st century.
All facets of our daily life are impacted on by art and design as images, fashions, styles and symbols, carried by modern means of mass communication, move around the globe at a faster rate and greater volume than ever before.
This has increased the power of the visual and the image in culture and society. As a result, career opportunities in art and design are
increasing in number and diversity. They involve activities as diverse as designing the interior of a restaurant, building a website, creating a logo, exhibiting art, working in an art gallery or the creative department of an advertising agency or illustrating a children's storybook to name a few.
The faculty of ARTS integrates theoretical and practical knowledge so that the skills and strategies you acquire are relevant to pursuing a career after you graduate. Our teaching methodology is based on hands-on learning where you learn by doing. Our teaching and learning activities are based on 'real' design problems so that you develop the skills and strategies to become successful designers. In addition, our instructors are all currently working in the fields of art and design which means what you learn is relevant and market driven.
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Tips for great self timer photography:
1. Set the time for 10 seconds, not 2 seconds.
2. If you do set it for 2 seconds, do not attempt to run to designated pictures spot within 2 seconds.
3. Don't set scene across from gravel road/surface.
4. Wear shoes with traction.
5. Wear football pads.
6. If your wife is able to not laugh at your fall into the small, roadside hill for a few minutes, don't believe that she wont, 10 minutes later, burst into uncontrollable laughter that reduces her to tears.
7. Bring remote trigger.
What? You'd like a close up of our faces as we watch Tyler's fall? OK!
I'm sure Isabelle and I felt concerned.... even if our facial expressions betray that.
Don't worry- Tyler did narrowly avoid bashing his head into the side of the cliff, thankfully, but he did end up with a giant gash on his chest from being stabbed by a branch. Ouch!
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Artist: William Jones
A still life of grapes painted oil on canvas and within the original gilt-wood frame, signed and dated by the artist, Wm. Jones 1779.
William Jones of Bath was a still-life painter who settled and exhibited in Bath in 1769 having previously exhibited in both London and Derby. He later moved to Newcastle and continued to paint there until his death.
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French wedding Catering, Caterers and Chefs Covering France
Premium Partner Piaud and Taillac Charente Maritime
Gregory from Piaud & Taillac caterers provides the most divine gourmet food you can imagine with a variety of seasonal menus, immaculately presented staff who provide an exquisite standard of service which will delight your guests....more
Un Chef Chez Vous covering the Provence and French Riviera in the South. Reza covers the Bordeaux and surrounding areas in South West France.
You can choose from Hog Roasts to high end Gastronomy. With researching caterers and chefs normally advertise in French and may not speak English but they are the best within the Industry. we have added some highly recommended French Traiteurs (chefs) that may or may not be English speaking but if your using a planner they are normally bi-lingual and can help with this. Most of our venues also work with their own caterers so always ask on booking who they recommend and if they can help.
If your an English speaking Supplier offering services within this category and would like to Join our Wedding Supplier Network please contact us for more information


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Welcome to Paddleboard Adventure Company
From getting your adrenaline pumping while paddling whitewater on one of Colorado's rivers to casual cruising on mountain lakes, even after dark with our glow lights, we've got the perfect paddleboard adventure for you and your family.
WE ARE RUNNING A MID SUMMER SPECIAL, July 15 - August 15 on Board Rentals. A 24 hour rental is only $42 and a 48 our rental is only $84!!!! Valid at our Steamboat shop only!!!
Get on out and Explore!!!!
Getting on the water is closer than you think! Paddleboard Adventure Company is located in several places around Colorado, making it easier than ever to get out and enjoy the fun and freedom of paddleboarding!
No matter if it's your first day on a paddleboard and you're looking for a lesson on flat water, or you're experienced and want to fine tune your whitewater skills, we've got a board and an instructor for you.
Our range of Glide, Badfish, Starboard, and C4 Paddleboards are the perfect rigs for lakes, family, whitewater, raft trips, fishing, or multiple riders. We have curated the best mix of quick and fun, and agile and stable boards. No matter your skill level, we've got a board to match your adventure.
The Current Kayaks include the Solara 145T- a super new recreational tandem kayak for easy excursions on lakes or lazy rivers, and the Kestrel 140 trades a bit of maneuverability for increased efficiency, better tracking and greater stability. Learn more about our kayaks below.
PAC offers so much more than paddleboards. Take a GRECO soft top surfboard out to catch some waves, attach Glow lights to the bottom of your board for night excursions, or get your crew together on the C4 SUPSQUATCH. Browse our rentals for even more hidden gems!
Why paddle solo when you can sup with friends? The Supsquatch from C4 is the best way to get out and explore Pearl Lake this summer.
Getting on the water is closer than you think! Paddleboard Adventure Company is located in several places around Colorado, making it easier than ever to get out and enjoy the fun and freedom of paddleboarding! Headquartered in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, Paddleboard Adventure Company offers several ways and several places to get out on the water to paddleboard. Whether it be the still, peaceful water of Pearl Lake or the more busy, whitewater of the Yampa, click a heading above or a picture below to get started on your new adventure!


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Testing Your Pumps and Sewer Lines
The process of taking care of your water lines is something that takes time and effort and, if you're going to try and work out exactly what is necessary with everything, you will find that you feel quite confident about what it is that you need to be able to do. How can you make sure that you're going to work things out in a way that makes sense? Are there options that can allow you to keep up with maintenance and other issues?
A hydrostatic test pump is just one of the things that you're going to be able to test when it comes to working out what it is that you need to be able to do here. Not only are you going to be sorting out a lot of things that may come along, but you will also notice that you can work out where things aren't working out how you want to do things. Looking at the big picture of your sewer lines and how you want to get it all done is going to make you work out details and help you to find the trouble spots as well.
Look at what you can find and find the pumps that are there for your purposes. You can learn a lot and be sure that you know what you are doing. You can talk to people, find out what it is that you may need and know that you can do it in a way that makes sense. When all is said and done, you will feel that much more confident and be able to make some decisions about your next steps and how you want to do things and, in the end, that'll be what makes the biggest difference for you.


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Since I've been sewing up a storm the last week I figured it was only fitting to get you all sewing too! So it's time for a giveaway ladies! Who wants to win a Sailor Top Pattern by Fancy Tiger Crafts & fabric to make it in? Yay!
First off the Sailor Top pattern is AWESOME. I wear mine constantly (you can see my 1st one here) and just got some fabric to make a 2nd and 3rd. It's super comfy, goes with everything and is flattering. It's also a quick and relatively easy sew with great finishing & versatility. I know you'll enjoy sewing it up!
I asked Fancy Tiger Crafts to choose a fabric for you all to make your Sailor Top in and isn't it adorable! Seriously dying over here. I mean there are llamas on it! Can't get better than that. Here's what they had to say about their fabric choice...
We chose one of our current favorites fabrics, this darling Japanese print from Anyan. A lightweight lawn, it is perfect for a breezy, summery Sailor Top. This folksy print in warm red makes us nostalgic for summer picnics on the farm. Did you notice the adorable alpaca on there? Our inner knitter is swooning over this!
Jaime of Fancy Tiger Crafts recently made the Sailor Top pattern in a similar fabric, a sweet Japanese lawn printed with cats. You can see a few pics of Jaime wearing hers below.
I love this version of the Sailor Top on Jaime - she looks great! The print they chose is called Sunny Land Red and if you check out all the other Anyan prints you may just see some with sheep on it too!!! You can view them all HERE on the Fancy Tiger Crafts shop. Not in the mood for sheep or llamas? Don't miss all the other gorgeous selections of lawn fabrics they have curated in their drool worthy shop HERE!
/// PRIZE - 1 lucky winner will receive 2 1/2 yards of Anyan lawn in the Sunny Land Red print and a Sailor Top Pattern (paper) from Fancy Tiger Crafts.
/// HOW TO ENTER - simply enter using the rafflecopter entry form on the right.
/// RULES - Giveaway open to US and Canadian residents only.
Did you guys know you can also take Fancy Tiger Crafts classes on Creativebug?
So excited about this! You can pop over to Creativebug and sew a Sailor Top right along with Jaime & Amber from Fancy Tiger Crafts!! How cool is that?!
They also have a few other great classes as well such as their Imposter Shawl pattern and a Waxed Canvas Tote Bag! You can view all their classes HERE.
Happy making and a big thank you to Fancy Tiger Crafts for the fab giveaway!!


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Recipe of Month/
Chirashi Sushi
Towards the end of summer, I was invited to a Sunday brunch at Mrs. Nishimori's house. The table was full of pickeled vegetables, napa cabbage, cucumber, radish, carrots, myoga and so on. However, a highlight was homemade Chirashi Sushi which means "Sacttered Sushi". Each home in Japan serves different ingredients and toppings that reflect the regional area of Japan where they are from. It is one of the most popular household meals in Japan. Her Chirashi Sushi was more festive with colorful ingredients: Yellow, Red, Orange, Green, Brown, White and Seafood..
Ingredients (serving for 2-3)
2 Japanese rice cups (=360ml) short grain premium Japanese rice
Sliced vinegar-pickled mackerel
Cooked salmon & shrimp
Shredded egg crepe garnish
Extra ingredients (Sliced shiitake, thin cut Carrot, Braised burdock root)
Ikura (salmon roe)
Handful of blanched snow peas
Soy sauce, Sugar, Salt, Sushi vinegar, Cooking Sake,
1. Cook the rice until al dente
2. Mixing extra ingredients with soy sauce, cooking sake, Mirin and sugar; simmer on low heat until the liquid is evaporated. Set aside.
3. Place warm cooked rice in a large bowl and sprinkle the Sushi vinegar. Using a rice spatula and separate the rice grains quickly.
4. Add all the Ingredients in rice bowl and mix them together.
5. Place Ikura (salmon roe) & blanched snow peas before it serves.
Mako Nishimoshi was trained as a sculpture artist in Kōchi, Japan and has built a passion for ceramics for more the 40 years in New York City. She has been awarded numerous ceramic compositions and selected for exhibitions around New York City. She also holds the position of Director of Ceramic Artist Friendship Association and coordinate the annual Tokyo-New York Friendship Ceramic International Completion.
Mrs. Nishimori moved to New York City the early 1970's with Mr. Nishimori, where they had started a Japanese restaurant. They believed food and art should compliment one another. Thus, they opened NY Togei Kyoshitsu in 1994. Togei Kyoshitsu offers classes using traditional artistes that are still used in studios across Japan bringing the same aesthetics taught in Japan to New York.


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On March 2, 2011, Mickey Rooney spoke out against elder abuse before a United States Senate Committee on aging. To see his testimony, click here.
For more information on elder abuse please visit our Sage Safe House page.
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Bang & Olufsen BeoSound 8 iPod Dock (video)
This is B&O's iPod/iPhone dock. It costs a mind altering $1,400, though that is based off the UK price of £900. Still though, this is an earth shattering price, especially when you consider every other iPod Dock speaker system on the market today.
The discs are in fact the speakers and can each pump out 70 watts of juice, which is damn impressive given their size. If the iPhone isn't your main mode of audio playback there is also a USB plug, AUX headphone input and the ability to stream tunes "using the Apple Airport Express". Seriously? Like we didn't know that you could stream tunes over Apple's Airport Express?
Despite its small size, you'll need to plug this overpriced piece of kit into the wall to get it running. But if that caveat is too much for you, perhaps you'll take solace in knowing that it can come in black in addition to a white finish. The speaker grills that can be switched out with different colors for added individualism. Word is that you can control it using a B&O phone – does anyone even own one of those – and there is a remote, which is pictured here sitting in the device. Lastly, there is a "manual room adaptation switch with 3 positions which allows it to be placed anywhere without compromising the sound performance".
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I post this without comment because I'm still baffled. First one who makes sense of this ramble wins a prize. But I doubt anyone will — when a liberal confuses even his media allies, it must be incomprehensible. Terribly incomprehensible — and all in three minutes!
Even reporters were confused in this post debate interview in Fairfax today with Democrat gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds: I will raise NEW money but won't raise taxes but ALL options are on the table, but I WON'T take money from the general fund , but I WILL sign a tax increase . . . .
After watching this a second, third and fourth time, I have to wonder if even John ("I voted for it before I voted against it") Kerry would understand this. It certainly is the most confusing political answer I've ever heard before or since the infamous Kerry remark.


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If you are a fan of Noelle Adams, Bay Song is not something that is similar to what you would think she would come out with. It's deeper and darker at times but really pushes the reader to a place that demands empathy and patience for a character worth rooting for. The emotional journey of the characters, one on the cusp of her conscious exist breaking and the other searching for an inner truth to validate his self identity find crossing paths where the truth sets them free.
Holly is in her early twenties. She hasn't exactly had the ideal life. The origin of her existence is rooted in tragedy and that painful reminder has affected her life, crippling her emotionally and socially. She was never around people and the only reality she had was the world that existed between herself and her mother. Her mother suffered tremendously which affected the quality of life for them both. She had a brief time where life seemed to be heading in a better direction until her mother left which changed her life forever. She had chose to live a life in recluse and cut off the world with little to no contact unless necessary until one day she met Cade.
Cade is the hometown person who made it big but is on a downward spiral of his career looking for a chance to redeem his former success. Returning home to find some inspiration, his next book is a make or break. One day after noticing Holly, his natural investigative curiosity sparked knowing there was something behind her that he wanted to know more about, which he felt would be the idea for his next book. Not knowing what lies beneath the surface, the more he uncovers, the deeper he falls for the story which unearths unexpected consequences that potentially change their lives forever.
Overall, there were moments that were predictable but that came out of the trajectory of the emotional development of the characters. I think when you have characters like Holly and Cade, there is an expectation of certain things to happen based on the scenario but then there is a shift that propels the interest for the reader in another direction which makes this unexpected that makes you want to read more.
This was definitely a unique plot that really gives a compelling story with deep, rich characters that really grab your attention. The pace of the book was just right. Patience for answers is the key because I wanted to know certain things earlier but when I got those answers, it was the right time which made the book better. I really enjoyed this one and applaud Noelle for doing something different, showing her versatility as an author which I really appreciate. I hope she makes another book captures such depth as this one.


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Monday, December 15, 2008
Drawing Class
Some quick gesture sketches
Portrait stuffs...
Hey, kids! Its Daniel Johns of Silverchair!
Tomiko Van from Do As Infinity
Thom Yorke (looking more like Martin Short) of Radiohead
Random chick
Bjork of...Bjork.
My mouth and nose...givin ya the "wise guy." This bad boy is pretty big in person .
White pencil on black paper. Cute lil bear, ain't he?
This was my best one out from that class, in my humble opinion. It was a good sized piece as well. I even have a name for it.
"Radio Head"
My final project for the class was a multi-picture tribute to Cass, but I really didn't like how it turned out... Cass says she likes it, but I just couldn't do her justice and it really chaffes(sp?) my hide!. Twas a battle getting it done, and it was a battle I lost, unfortunately.
4 comments:
- pogi said...
Simply amazin' bro. I mean really fantastic. You just keep getting better and better with that stuff. Do you think that I could ever employ your talents for a couple of things that I have in mind.
- December 23, 2008 at 4:06 AM
- I am Chree-uz said...
You can for sure employ me, bro! Then again, I have said that to a few people and never got things rollin for some reason or another. Usually time constraints. But, if you really want to, lemme know eh, we can make somethin official.
- December 23, 2008 at 8:46 PM
- Nate said...
Wow, lots o stuff since I last took a gander. I haven't seen alot of your sketches before...very nice. I like the silver chair dude...mustache+chest hair+vest=world conqueror. Accessories aside though, it's a great drawing.
- January 18, 2009 at 6:59 AM
- Nate said...
The interweb keeps eating my comments! Anyhow, the figures are lookin good man and the portraits are quality as well. I personally prefer the mustache+chesthair guy from Silverchair, that is a winning combo.
- January 20, 2009 at 11:40 PM


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Tallis, John: Islands of the Atlantic. London. [ca.1851]. From the Montgomery Martin Illustrated Atlas. Map engraved by Rapkin. Size approx 360 x 260mm. Original steel engraved map with original outline hand colouring. 6 vignettes include Pico Azores, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Funchai [Funchal], Maderia [Madeira] and Nilla Franca Azores. Decorative border. Single page unfolded map in excellent, clean condition. Associated text page of the Montgomery Martin Atlas included. A good Tallis Map.
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Stude Concert Hall, Duncan Recital Hall, Hirsch Orchestra Rehearsal Hall, and Wortham Opera Theatre are located in Alice Pratt Brown Hall on the Rice University campus. Alice Pratt Brown Hall is wheelchair accessible. Signs inside the campus near entrances 1, 2, 8, and 20 provide directions to all visitor parking.
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Blackberry Bran Muffins
- Yield: 12 pieces
Bran muffins have always been one of my favorite treats, and I am thrilled that my vegan version can compete with the best muffins I've ever tasted. They are moist, not too dense, just sweet enough, and the bites of juicy blackberries make them extra special. Other berries work well, too. I always use this recipe to make olallieberry muffins when the berries are in season. The muffins freeze well and defrost on your counter in about 2 hours, or 20 seconds in the microwave. Lightly toasted, they taste almost as delicious as when they're freshly baked. —Myra Goodman
- 1cup plain, unsweetened soymilk
- 1tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2cups wheat bran
- 1/2cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1/4cup very hot water
- 3/4 packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4cup canola oil
- 1 1/4cups whole-wheat pastry flour
- 1teaspoon baking powder
- 1teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2teaspoon salt
- 1cup fresh blackberries
- Position a rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat it to 350F. Lightly oil 12 muffin cups or line them with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together soymilk and lemon juice. Let mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes to thicken into "buttermilk." Whisk the mixture and stir in the bran and oats.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flaxseed with the hot water. Allow to sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it thickens (this is our egg substitute). Whisk the sugar, applesauce, and oil into the flaxseed mixture. Add this mixture to the bowl with the bran, blending until the batter is combined.
- In another medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Add this mixture to the batter, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix. Carefully fold in the blackberries.
- Fill each muffin cup with a heaping ⅓ cup of batter. The muffin cups should be full and rounded at the top. Make an effort to divide the blackberries evenly among the muffins.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the muffins are firm to the touch and a toothpick inserted into a muffin (avoiding the blackberries if you can) comes out clean.
- Cool the muffins in the tin for 10 minutes. Turn out the muffins and continue to cool them on a wire rack for another 10 minutes before serving.
Recipe from Straight from the Earth by Myra Goodman and Marea Goodman (Chronicle Books, 2014)
Nutritional Info *per serving
- Calories 200
- Fat 7g
- Sodium 210mg
- Carbohydrate 35g
- Protein 5g
- Iron 10%


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Personally my hope is that Hot Toys will go through the entire main cast of A New Hope before they either start skipping around to the other films or do any secondary characters like Cantina creatures.
These Stormtroopers are definitely a step in the right direction, though.
You have two buying choices-- you can either get the "Collectible Set" which includes two Stormtroopers (one taller than the other) and some exclusive pieces, or you can pick up the single release.
This is a tough decisions for me because I'd really prefer two Stormtroopers (I definitely want at least two!) of the same [taller] height. If they're still clones then they should be identical, right?
I'm loving his line and can't wait to see what they do next!! (Please make it ANH Luke, Leia, Ben of Vader!!)
The two Stormtrooper set will be selling for $399.99 and the single release will be $199.99. Both are set for a August 2015 release date and are available for pre-order at http://www.sideshowtoy.com right now.


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I just developed this rash on lower back of legs ( calves?) 3 days ago,. It looks like a sunburn, and feels like one one, stings on one leg than the other. Im in NY and no sun here just cold weather. the rash is the bottom 1/2 of between the back of knee and the foot of legs between same place on both legs.
Now today my legs have tingled cold sensations now and then. not sure if its related, and im not diabetic ( as it points to on a medical site. I have had to undergo tests for that recently.
Not sure if the coldness and the rash are related, as ive had that cold feeling once before, but it went away. Never had this rash.