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The event had its share of challenges – including Santa Ana winds and the government shutdown. But did city and Great Park come out on top?
Oct. 3: 4,790
Oct. 4: 2,681
Oct. 5: 9,000
Oct. 6: 10,000
Oct. 10: 6,000
Oct. 11: 7,400
Oct. 12: 12,000
Oct. 13: 12,000
Based on parked cars counted and multiplied by 2.5 or 3, depending on whether it was a weekday or weekend. Also includes number of schoolchildren on field trips.
Source: City of Irvine
19 – number of teams participating.
$100,000 – amount each team was eligible to receive from the U.S. Department of Energy.
$1 million – amount Irvine's Orange County Great Park will be reimbursed by the U.S. Department of Energy for hosting the event.
2002 – first year the biennial event was held.
First place: Team Austria (Vienna University of Technology)
Second place: University of Nevada Las Vegas
Third place: Czech Republic (Czech Technical University)
The rest of the rankings, in order:
Stevens Institute of Technology
Stanford University
Team Ontario (Queen's University, Carleton University and Algonquin College)
Team Capitol DC (Catholic University of America, George Washington University and American University)
Middlebury College
Team Alberta (University of Calgary)
University of Southern California
Santa Clara University
Norwich University
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Southern California Institute of Architecture and California Institute of Technology
Team Kentucky/Indiana (University of Louisville, Ball State University and University of Kentucky)
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Arizona State University and the University of New Mexico
Team Texas (University of Texas at El Paso and El Paso Community College)
West Virginia University
While 19 teams of university students were vying to build the best solar-powered house on the Great Park's runway, park and city officials were competing in a challenge of their own: pulling off the first West Coast U.S. Solar Decathlon, which ended Sunday.
And that didn't include the unexpected – Santa Ana winds, rain and a government shutdown – that threatened the event's success.
Expectations were high early on: There was talk of attracting 300,000 people, the number of visitors who attended the event when it was held on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., even though the Great Park lacks the foot traffic and built-in tourist base the mall maintains.
That expectation eventually was scaled down to 100,000.
Actual attendance for the eight days the free event was open to the public is expected to be around 60,000 people.
Great Park Chief Executive Mike Ellzey said he won't be asking his staff to quantify the event's success based on visitor counts. Instead, he wants them to use a metric focused on the experience.
He said crowd counts – much like the government shutdown and Santa Ana winds – were "absolutely impossible to anticipate or predict."
Early doubts of success
The international event sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy and its National Renewable Energy Laboratory challenges university teams to build the best solar-powered house, with many of them spending at least two years and hundreds of thousands of dollars on the task.
Teams of 30 or 40 students and faculty members design and build their house to strict code, then dismantle it, ship it to the competition site, rebuild it and prove it can be lived in by competing in challenges such as hosting a dinner party, doing laundry and more using stored solar power.
The event's success was in doubt as early as January after the City Council voted 3-2, with Mayor Steven Choi, Mayor Pro Tem Jeff Lalloway and Councilwoman Christina Shea in favor, to end marketing and lobbying contracts worth more than $1 million that were said to have been linked to Solar Decathlon planning.
Questions were raised about the low level of fundraising and how the city would pay for the event. The park's original event planner and fundraiser resigned in February, and Great Park Deputy CEO Cliff Wallace was put in charge.
The park budgeted $3.3 million to host the event and put on an expo, raising private donations and counting on a $1 million Department of Energy grant to cover costs.
"We really concentrated on the quality of the visitor experience," Wallace said.
Marty Kendall flew in from South Carolina for a four-day visit to see her son Zach, a graduate student at Ball State University, and his Kentucky/Indiana team house.
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Nix these useless items from your routine to save time and money
By Anne Roderique-Jones
5. Color-Enhancing Hair Care
No, you can't boost your blondeness (or brunette-ness or redheaded-ness) with a bottle from the drugstore. "The tone in color-enhancing shampoos and conditioners will not be a perfect match to your hair, and that can make your tresses brassier or more golden," says celebrity hairstylist Nick Arrojo of Arrojo Studio in New York City. He adds that these shampoos have more additives than others and that they contain a temporary color stain that's more detrimental than beneficial. A better way to retain color: Shampoo less frequently and use dry shampoo on the off days—it soaks up excess oils without stripping color. "Think of it like dry-cleaning a red silk dress, as opposed to putting it in the wash," says Arrojo.

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Friday, 17 July 2009
*Thrify Retro Radio*
Goodness it has been pouring down with rain here all day. It is so grey & dark, it feels just like Autumn. Doesn't weather like this really affect you mood? I have been generally lack lustre & down all day! Anyhoo seeing as it is a miserable day I thought I would share this bit of fun with you all.
This is an old radio we found whilst looking for thrifty buys a couple of months ago, look how fab it is & it was in it's original box with the original guarantee too!
Just look at that box ~ a bit of saucy fun for a radio box, how did they ever come up with these images? We just loved the colour of the box too, doesn't it just scream 'retro'. It cost a pricey sum of £1.99 so I made James buy it as it is just up his street with the retro pin up images as he uses alot of these in his paintings he also liked the idea of putting this into one of his paintings too so it came home with us.
It now lives on top of some old Enid Blyton books in our dining room, James has the box stashed away in his studio!
Hoping to pick up a few more thrify bargains this weekend whilst out 'booting'! We went to a car boot last week but as sellers and managed to make £100! *Yay* So this week we are off back to do a spot of shopping ourselves ~ hope we manage to find some good buys. Hoping the weather is better than today's too! Keep your fingers crossed people ...
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That's a great find! I haven't been booting for ages. I hope the weather cheers up as well, this is grim!ReplyDelete
Mel xxx
Oh my!!!!! Its fab! XReplyDelete
Oh I love it, our packaging is so boring these days in comparison. Good luck on the weather front!xxxReplyDelete
Hi, what a good price, love it! It is raining yet again and it is only 9 am! It looks like we are in for loads more miserable weather today.ReplyDelete
I hope you have loads of luck finding lots of treasure at the car boot sale!
Love Lou xxx
Hope the weather is doing ,uch better for you, let us know what you find in your treasure hunt!!ReplyDelete
Duchess xx
That radio is wonderful, Alison--what a great find, and a great deal! Hope you find some more this weekend too. It's been gray here this weekend, too...although we did manage an outing for a while yesterday--until the rains came again--LOL! Happy Weekend, my friend... LOVE the new look here. ((HUGS))ReplyDelete
I'm just catching up on some blog posts, it's taking some time to get round.ReplyDelete
I love your new retro radio, esp with the fab box. I do like the pin up images.


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Directions:From the Massachusetts Turnpike (Interstate 90) Eastbound: Take exit 14 for I-95/Rt 128. After the toll, keep left for 95/128 North. While on ramp, exit immediately onto exit 24 for Route 30. Bear left onto Route 30. Turn right at first traffic light. Brandeis is two miles ahead on left.
From the Massachusetts Turnpike (Interstate 90) Westbound: Take exit 15 for I-95/Rt 128 and Route 30. After the toll proceed straight for Route 30. Turn right at end of the ramp, and then right again at first traffic light onto Route 30. Turn left at next traffic light. Brandeis is two miles ahead on the left.
From I-95/Route 128 Southbound: Take exit 24 for Route 30. At end of ramp, proceed through traffic light (across Route 30). Brandeis is two miles ahead on the left.
From I-95/Route 128 Northbound: Take exit 24 for Route 30. Route 30 is one of several options at this exit, so follow signs carefully. Turn left at the top of the ramp onto Route 30. Turn right at the traffic lights, and Brandeis is two miles ahead on the left.
From Route 20 in Watertown: Continue down Route 20 past the large park in Waltham center. Just after the old CVS and the pet store on your right the street will split in three directions. Route 117 will be a slight left and South Street will be a hard left. Make the left on to South Street, you should pass the Walgreens on your right. Continue down South Street, Brandeis is on the right.
Once you have turned onto the Brandeis campus, bear left, towards the Admissions Building. At the first stop sign you reach, take a left into a parking lot. This is T-Lot. Park there. Once you exit T-Lot, cross the street and walk up and past the big green building (Shapiro Campus Center). Walk a little further and you will see a large field on your left. This is Chapel?s Field.
By commuter rail: Commuter train service is available from Boston's North Station or Porter Square Station to the Brandeis/Roberts Station which borders the campus. When facing the road, turn right and walk up the hill. The Brandeis entrance will be on your left. Take the left-hand fork and follow the peripheral road until you see a big green building on your right (Shapiro Campus Center). Take a right an walk up the path (passing the entrance to the campus center on your left) until you see a large field on your left.
Sherman Function Hall is in Hassenfeld Conference Center upstairs from Sherman Dining Hall. If you are walking north (uphill) from T-Lot (towards main campus), walk pass the big green building (Shapiro Campus Center). Hassenfeld Conference Center will be immediately on your left after you pass the Campus Center (you will have passed it walking to Chapel's Field). The function hall is the first room on the left.
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Tramping track
This well-graded and benched walk passes through forest that has regenerated well after being logged for its rimu and other podocarp trees in the 1930s. Another attractive feature is the many planted redwoods. A low-level tramping track follows old bush tramlines through to the Mikimiki valley, while the main tramping track ascends the Blue Range to the Blue Range Hut, approximately 2 - 3 hours away.
The loop is off the Blue Range Track at the end of Kiriwhakapapa Road, 7 km from State Highway 2, about 16 km north of Masterton.
Tararua Forest Park features an abundance of tramping and hunting opportunities.
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Explore Vilnius with a little help. Browse our Vilnius tours listings for a range of exciting sightseeing trips and excursions. We list independent tour operators who offer everything from a simple guided city bus tour to escorted adventure treks.
Vilnius Tours & Excursions Listing (22 tours)
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Classical Lithuania tour 6 days - from EUR 100
A great customizable tour for Lithuania explorers. All the best of Lithuania in 6 days!
Last updated: 02/25/2010
Baltic Highlights tour with 16 guaranteed departures in 2010 - from EUR 595
Vilnius-Riga-Tallinn. Guaranteed Baltic Tour is offered in 5 languages: English, German, Spanish, Italian and French. This tour is our best seller and has 16 departure dates during season of 2010.
Last updated: 02/11/2010
Baltic Tour - from EUR 100
A nice customizable tour to the Baltic States. Riga, Vilnius, Tallinn in a great 6 day journey.
Last updated: 02/11/2010
Trakai Castle sightseeing - from EUR 6
Beautiful Trakai Castle sightseeing with our professional guide.
Last updated: 02/11/2010
Full Day Tour To Kaunas City Tour And Museums - from EUR 20
On one day in Kaunas from Vilnius!!
Last updated: 07/02/2009
Half Day Tour Of Vilnius - from EUR 6
Explore Vilnius with your personal guide!
Last updated: 07/02/2009
Vilnius Old Town - from EUR 5
Explore Vilnius Old Town with personal your guide!
Last updated: 07/02/2009
Canoe Expedition in Vilnius - from EUR 54
If you fancy escaping from the city (in this case Vilnius) and being �at one with nature� � then this is definitely the excursion for you!
Last updated: 09/16/2008
Paintball in Vilnius - from EUR 54
This is a fantastic activity for groups with large numbers who wish to escape Vilnius for a few hours � shooting carnage and outdoor adrenaline as you paint the living daylights out of each other!
Last updated: 09/16/2008
Ice Fishing in Vilnius - from EUR 56
This a unique concept when it comes to dining in Lithuania - catch your own and take them back to Vilnius with you!! Sit on a frozen lake and catch your own fish to be cooked for you!
Last updated: 09/15/2008
Clay Pigeon Shooting - from EUR 57
You have played the Duck Hunt, the computer game - now here is your chance to let your killer instinct try the real thing - although the only thing you will be killing here are Lithuanian clays!
Last updated: 09/15/2008
Snowboarding & Skiing - from EUR 57
t may come as surprise to you but Lithuania has some fantastic large hills for you to enjoy a day's snowboarding or skiing, a short distance from the capital Vilnius.
Last updated: 09/15/2008
Beer Cycle Tour - from EUR 37
One of the only opportunities in the world where you can drink and drive - legally at the same time...and be distracted by a lovely private dancer moving her stuff on your beer barrel...
Last updated: 09/15/2008
Karting - from EUR 50
A top class professional Karting track in Vilnius offering you the ultimate driving experience.
Last updated: 09/15/2008
Monster - from EUR 80
Experience the thrill of embarking on the Monster Quad biking safari just outside Vilnius!
Last updated: 09/15/2008
Sight Seeing Tour - from EUR 33
This exclusive Out-There Sightseeing tour allows you to gain an informed insight and knowledge of the history and culture of Vilnius and Lithuania. A 3-hour bus and walking tour highlights
Last updated: 09/15/2008
Big Gun Shooting - from EUR 65
A cocktail of Big Guns and plenty of Ammo ensures a heart pounding activity you will certainly never forget in Lithuania. A special prize will be rewarded to the best Vilnius marksman!
Last updated: 11/23/2007
Vilnius Oldtown Tour - from EUR 10
Did you know what the Old Town of Vilnius was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List? Meet the city with number of different buildings, a mixture of all European architectural styles.
Last updated: 07/26/2007
Discover Summer Event in Lithuania - from EUR 75
Any event in Lithuania you would like to visit!! Trave assistant will find best accomodation, best events and will offer best price for You.
Last updated: 07/06/2007
VIP freetime in Lithuania - from EUR 1800
We offer big range of free time activities in Lithuania best hotels, restaurants and night clubs, luxury cars, security, all kinds of extreme sports!
Last updated: 04/21/2007
Tour to Lithuania - from EUR 60
Enjoy your visit to Lithuania together with tour operator Eura.We offer a range of services including tailor made tours, sightseeing tours, booking spas to rejunevate you or chose active holidays
Last updated: 09/26/2006
The Baltic Capitals - from GBP 499
This Baltic Tour is a fantastic introduction to the Baltic countries of Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia. You will have ample time to explore each capital and see many wonderful Baltic sights!
Last updated: 06/21/2006


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Based on "A Calabash of Poi," originally published in In the Path of the Trade Winds by Coral Wells Thorpe (New York/London: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1924).
It was a sizable house, as Hawaiian houses go, perhaps fifty feet long, its side thatched with ti-leaves—a sign of rank. Its only window, about a foot square, looked out on a carefully planted taro patch, while rows of coconut palms and fruit-laden banana plants made a pretty background.
Pele, the goddess of fire, was walking down the mountainside. Today she had disguised herself especially as an old, feeble woman with a hard face, and bitterness in her eyes. She grasped her cane, and hobbled up to the big house.
"Aloha," she said to the small group of people sitting in the doorway.
"Aloha," was the reply, in a not-too-friendly voice.
Pele waited. Apparently there was to be no invitation to enter or to refresh herself.
"I have walked many miles," she said finally, using a weak voice. "I am very hungry. Perhaps you have a calabash of poi for me."
"We are very sorry, but we have no poi," said the Hawaiian chief, the master of the house. "Besides our evening meal is pau."
"Then, perhaps, a small piece of salted fish?"
"No, nor fish," was the short rejoinder.
"Then, at least, some ripe berries? I am parched with thirst?'
"Our berries are all green, as you can see for yourself, providing your eyes are not too dimmed by age."
Pele's eyes were far from dim! At other times, flashes of fire blazed in her eyes at a moment's provocation. But this time, bowing low, she made her way in silence to the gate. A few steps further down the hard road, she entered a smaller garden and paused at a small hut. The work of the day and the evening meal were over. The children played. A man and woman sat watching the last golden rays of the sun sinking behind the gentle slopes of Mauna Loa.
"Ah, I see your evening meal is past;" sighed Pele. "I am sorry for I am tired and hungry, and had hoped for a little refreshment after a day's walk down the steep mountain."
"Neither fish nor awa have we," said the poor fisherman, "but to such as we have, you are most welcome."
Even as he spoke, his wife had risen, motioned Pele to a place on the mat, and set before her a large calabash of poi.
Pele ate happily. Dipping her finger in the calabash, she raised it dripping with poi, and placed it in her mouth. She finished the entire contents in no time and, looking up, remarked:
"I am still hungry. Would it be too much to ask for another calabash?"
The woman arose and placed before her a second calabash of poi, not perhaps as large as the first, but filled to the brim.
Again Pele emptied the calabash eagerly. She sighed as she finished the last mouthful, calling attention to the empty calabash in her lap.
This time, a third calabash—smaller than the second, but quite full—was placed before her. Pele finished half of it, arose to her feet, and, uttered these words:
"When your neighbors plant taro, it shall wither on its stem. Their bananas shall die on the stalk, and their coconuts shall fall on their favorite pig. But when you plant taro at night, you may pull it in the morning. Your cane shall mature overnight and your bananas ripen in one day's sunshine. You shall have as many crops as there are days in the year!"
Then Pele trudged out of the gate and was seen to disappear toward Ha-le-mau-mau in a cloud of flame.
When the astonished fisherman walked outside his hut the next morning, yellow bananas hung on new plants, the full grown taro stood ready to be pulled, and the cane-cuttings reached to the eaves of his house. Looking across to his rich neighbors land, he saw that, indeed, the curse of Pele had already come. In place of prosperous acres stood only sun-parched remnants of yesterday's proud crop.
In modern times, they say: "Whether you believe in the old lady Pele or not, don't ever forget to be nice to the old folks. It just might be Pele. You can't always tell."
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by Steven Dietz (based on Ibsen's An Enemy of the People)
The middle-American town of Paragon Springs boils when Dr. Thomas Stockman pries into the contamination of its famous "healing waters". Is he a hero of democracy or an enemy of the people? The ensuing political gamesmanship pits truth against power, husband against wife, brother against brother. Can the town survive?
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RV Doctor – Basic RV Water System & Check Valve Placement
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Dear RV Doc,
I purchased a truck camper recently which does not have a hot water system which I am planning on installing. Could you provide me with a basic RV water system schematic? I have a good idea of the basic layout of water lines and components but I'm not sure where the check valves should be placed to prevent unwanted backflow. Any help would be appreciated. - Albert Lepore, (Rochester, NY)
Albert, I don't have a diagram for you, but it is easily understood logic. At the back of the water heater, you'll find a cold water inlet and a hot water outlet. Obviously, you'll connect the existing cold water line to the cold inlet.
This is the point where you'll also want to install a one-way check valve, a backflow preventer; directly to the cold inlet with the directional arrow pointing into the tank. This will prevent heated water from migrating out of the water heater and feeding back into the cold system. This usually isn't an issue unless the cold water line tee's off to another fixture very close to the back of the water heater. I have seen where the cold connection to the toilet was tee'd very close to the inlet of the water heater and every time the owner flushed the toilet, steam would rise out of the toilet bowl. Installing a check valve at the water heater inlet curtailed that immediately. Most RV manufacturers now do this at the factory. Likewise with the by-pass kit. It installs at the rear of the water heater between the cold inlet and hot outlet tubes. From the hot outlet on the water heater, simply route the water line to every faucet with a hot water valve.
Concerning check valves, typically you'll end up with three fresh water check valves; one at the cold inlet to the water heater, one at the city water inlet and one located at the outlet of the water pump. When on city water, you'll want to keep water from entering the pump and when operating the water pump, you want to keep the water from spewing out the city water inlet. I always recommend carrying a spare backflow check valve just in case.
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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post2097034894526571621..comments2014-12-17T12:00:52.483-08:00Comments on Cluck Cluck Sew: Nicey Jane Disappearing 9 firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-91231824675765638342014-07-08T16:07:58.571-07:002014-07-08T16:07:58.571-07:00Love D9P's and just sent my most recent one to...Love D9P's and just sent my most recent one to my sister in Florida--she loves it. And I love that it looks Way More complex than it truly is. Yours is gorgeous; the colors sing to me.Lynda Halliger Otvos (Lynda M O)http://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-44487914245807516172014-07-08T16:07:55.107-07:002014-07-08T16:07:55.107-07:00Love D9P's and just sent my most recent one to...Love D9P's and just sent my most recent one to my sister in Florida--she loves it. And I love that it looks Way More complex than it truly is. Yours is gorgeous; the colors sing to me.Lynda Halliger Otvos (Lynda M O)http://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-73381420674166170632014-03-08T07:46:27.965-08:002014-03-08T07:46:27.965-08:00http://www.missouriquiltco.com/ I dont know much a...http://www.missouriquiltco.com/
I dont know much about quilting but love this site.Andrea Mackeyhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-21141465125477254592013-02-01T17:31:34.390-08:002013-02-01T17:31:34.390-08:00I love this quilt! The colours are beautiful. Can...I love this quilt! The colours are beautiful.

Can you tell me if the full moon (amy butler print) is in sky or slate colour?

And I'm also wondering if you know whether you can tell me what the large geometric print is in the block second from the left in the last row? It's gorgeous!!!Reneehttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-9221063979328663492012-02-29T19:48:41.490-08:002012-02-29T19:48:41.490-08:00And another 6 months later comes another question!...And another 6 months later comes another question!

What size fabric squares did you start with?

Love it!

Thanks!wannabequilter.comhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-56116152027447211672011-10-06T16:50:03.059-07:002011-10-06T16:50:03.059-07:00A year later . . . I found this and I think it is ...A year later . . . I found this and I think it is beautiful! It inspired me to make a similar quilt!ohfigshttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-67013814152748606382010-08-19T15:47:16.195-07:002010-08-19T15:47:16.195-07:00I just stumbled on this when I did a search for di...I just stumbled on this when I did a search for dissapearing 9 patch. This is so lovely! Great job!

I too am feeling the same way about the local quilt shops. It's such a shame. I hope they don't have to close because it is so nice to see and combine fabrics in person. But it's also so hard to pay such prices.Hoopteehttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-16492985916121657632010-08-06T12:29:06.142-07:002010-08-06T12:29:06.142-07:00i completely 100% copied this quilt! well, except...i completely 100% copied this quilt! well, except for the fabric. i loved the way you laid out your blocks, and the way you quilted it, so i did mine just like yours. so, thanks for the inspiration. i'm so happy with the quilt i made, but it's a gift for a friend, unfortunately. i'd love to keep it.Kellyhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-72380665390625060552010-07-30T03:33:31.683-07:002010-07-30T03:33:31.683-07:00Hi I love your quilts and love read your blog. I w...Hi I love your quilts and love read your blog. I was interested in this post to read about how much you pay a yard. I live in New Zealand and pay in the shops anything between $28 to $35 a meter for a brand such as moda( a yard is 91 cm so just short of a meter for those that are not sure). Taking the exchange rate in consideration US$9.50 should equate to NZ$13.20. Even allowing for import costs I am disgusted to discover that I am paying up to 3x the cost of the same fabric in th USA.

Yours Sadly
The Disillusioned Quilter from New ZealandBridgethttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-90559616693666975552010-07-07T21:15:35.995-07:002010-07-07T21:15:35.995-07:00I love your quilt. I want to make it, I've nev...I love your quilt. I want to make it, I've never made one but I'm ganna try. What size block did you start out with?Ashleyhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-30859302144642891922010-05-22T19:42:38.396-07:002010-05-22T19:42:38.396-07:00Love this quilt. Haven't heard of this quilt p...Love this quilt. Haven't heard of this quilt pattern yet as I am fairly new to quilting(even thought I started quilting 6 yrs. ago) I love your work, and the polka dot fabric - beautiful choice.Chrishttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-19049119944418306392010-05-22T11:11:25.881-07:002010-05-22T11:11:25.881-07:00I stumbled across your site looking for quilt patt...I stumbled across your site looking for quilt pattern ideas. I absolutely LOVE this quilt! The colors and designs are great!!! :) I also love your tree pillow design, along with many others... your site is great! :) Thanks for sharing! :) p.s. I am using your tutorial for this design on a quilt right now. It's almost done and I'm so excited! :)Dianehttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-45819087096882980342010-05-20T08:57:11.424-07:002010-05-20T08:57:11.424-07:00I have found all of these comments to be very inte...I have found all of these comments to be very interesting. I'm 50 years old (does that make me an old lady?) and I work inside the quilting industry. Because I receive so many supplies through my job and purchase fabric at full retail only occasionally, I really was not aware that LQS were charging more than online shops in general. I can see how frustrating this must be and how it would drive people to shop online.

It would be interesting to hear what the other side of this story is--to know the thoughts of a LQS owner. I know that small businesses struggle mightily to keep things afloat, and LQS are no exception.

For me and for the industry, it is so exciting to see young people interested in quilting/sewing. Believe me when I say that we welcome you, need you and want you! Even though I have been sewing for 40 years and quilting for 25, I visit blogs of young sewers daily for my inspiration. The enthusiasm is a breath of fresh air!

My own daughter, age 25, has just been bitten by the fabric bug, and I couldn't be happier. I know she will have a huge community of women her age with whom to share this passion.DH Stitcheshttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-24812744582812757722010-05-19T20:37:03.754-07:002010-05-19T20:37:03.754-07:00we must shop at the same quilt shop! haha, mine ha...we must shop at the same quilt shop! haha, mine has some pretty cranky ladies too! what's up with that anyway?Annahttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-65603697153701457792010-05-19T13:34:36.790-07:002010-05-19T13:34:36.790-07:00i have the same problem here in texas- we have two...i have the same problem here in texas- we have two local shops- one is a crankly lady shop, and the other one has this really weird junk-shop feel to it that i can't wrap my brain around. boo! i'm all about www.thefatquartershop.com www.connectingthreads.com and www.hancocks.comcourtney*adelehttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-43895836687638553702010-05-19T10:46:41.711-07:002010-05-19T10:46:41.711-07:00I'm so glad someone finally said it out loud. ...I'm so glad someone finally said it out loud. I try to patronize our local shops. One is mostly $9.50-$10.50 a yard, another the same, and another you can get great Westminster prints from $5.99 and other stuff $7.99 and a little higher. I now buy from the 3rd only to be supportive and do the rest online. For $35. I can get 7 yards instead of 3 with free shipping. Lots of online stores, including Etsy have great sales on new arrivals too. It's sad if stores go out of business, but they need to accommodate people's financial needs too. Now, I need a PayDay bar!SewLindAnnhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-19940597378432671812010-05-19T07:47:19.996-07:002010-05-19T07:47:19.996-07:00I wasn't a huge fan of Nicey Jane, but then I ...I wasn't a huge fan of Nicey Jane, but then I see this quilt and think, My oh my! I must get me some of that fabric! Great quilt!Brookehttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-50924191668637788042010-05-18T15:19:26.422-07:002010-05-18T15:19:26.422-07:00I wouldn't be able to afford to quilt. indian...I wouldn't be able to afford to quilt.
 indian classified site kanishkhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-56481713693736412102010-05-18T11:57:55.431-07:002010-05-18T11:57:55.431-07:00I love love love the quilt. Yes, the fabric shop n...I love love love the quilt. Yes, the fabric shop nearby closed down recently. They had a pretty good selection and whatever, but they were outrageously priced. I love to look online!Shannonhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-58822466492587030742010-05-17T07:35:07.974-07:002010-05-17T07:35:07.974-07:00Now you know how lucky you are to find quilting fa...Now you know how lucky you are to find quilting fabric at such good prices in the US. Here in Europe we pay 16 euro/yard (which is about 20 $/yard)...That is why I buy online in the US (paying 13 $ shipping every time)!!silviahttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-63051103928671847262010-05-13T15:50:34.274-07:002010-05-13T15:50:34.274-07:00I am making my very first quilt ever. I've bee...I am making my very first quilt ever. I've been inspired by your blog. Thanks for this great idea. I'm making a queen sized quilt for my son and am using 10 inch squared blocks to try to reduce the potential frustration level. This will take it to a better looking quilt. Thank you again!More Than A Momhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-70568463907439764832010-05-12T07:26:55.217-07:002010-05-12T07:26:55.217-07:00I love this quilt. Beautiful Colors and design. I...I love this quilt. Beautiful Colors and design. I am beginner quilter. I have several blocks finished and waiting to be put together!Tracyhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-45281244557402785352010-05-11T19:07:28.584-07:002010-05-11T19:07:28.584-07:00Love your new quilt and it is the fabric that make...Love your new quilt and it is the fabric that makes it look so interesting and lovely.
I agree with you the fabrics are getting way too expensive. I buy mine always on sale most of the time and I have seen fabrics for 13dollars a yard. I often wonder why the prices have gone up so much. For you it is even worse you whip one quilt up after a other. I will have to try that pattern next time.

Happy quilting can't wait to see what you make next.

YokaRinachiyyahttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-59598365257871775272010-05-11T16:41:10.488-07:002010-05-11T16:41:10.488-07:00Lovely quilt! Just love it. Can I ask a quick ques...Lovely quilt! Just love it. Can I ask a quick question? When you did the quilting on it, did you quilt all the lines going one direction and then do the other direction? Thank you so much for sharing : )Anna @ Fresh Dew Dropshttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2623834231718414708.post-10123139981937760502010-05-11T15:41:17.769-07:002010-05-11T15:41:17.769-07:00i don't have many local options for fabric, so...i don't have many local options for fabric, so i tend to get a lot of fabric from hawthorne threads online (hawthornethreads.com)and i've been really pleased with them.bluenewtshttp://firstname.lastname@example.com


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Rosie's Hat by Julia Donaldson [PaperbackBook]
|Share this cute book, Rosie's Hat by Julia Donaldson and Anna Currey, with your little one. Overview Because this isn't just any old hat. It can also be a toy for a dog, a hiding-place for a mouse, a frisbee for some children and a nest for some birds. Surely poor Rosie will never find her hat again ...or will she? Product Details ISBN: 9780230749856 Publisher: Macmillan Children's Books Publication Date: June 2010 Age range: 0 - 6 Years
The Cat in the Hat by Dr. Seuss [Hardcover Book]
|Dr. Seuss was one of those rare creative geniuses who both entertained us and challenged us to open our minds. The Cat in the Hat is an indispensable part of the Seuss canon. Overview Poor Dick and Sally. It's cold and wet and they're stuck in the house with nothing to do... until a giant cat in a hat shows up, transforming the dull day into a madcap adventure and almost wrecking the place in the process! Product Details ISBN: 9780394800011 Publisher: Random House Children's Books Pages: 72 Age range: 5 - 8 YearsFor a review on The Cat in the Hat click here.
The Cat in the Hat Comes Back [Book]
|Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat is one of the great classics of children's literature! He even wrote a sequel, The Cat in the Hat is Back, that matches the imaginative wit of the Cat's first adventure. Overview Back in 1957, Theodor Geisel responded to an article in Life magazine that lamented the use of boring reading primers in schools. Using the pseudonym of "Dr. Seuss" (Seuss was Geisel's middle name) and only two hundred twenty-three words, Geisel created a replacement for those dull primers: "The Cat in the Hat." The instant success of the book prompted Geisel and his wife to found Beginner Books. Product Details ISBN: 9780394800028 Publisher: Random House Children's Books Publication date: 9/28/1958 Pages: 72 Age range: 5 - 8 Years
The Hat by Jan Brett [Hardcover Book]
|If you're looking for a charming and heartwarming book, look no further! The Hat by Jan Brett is an engaging and humorous little story that children like to follow along with. Perfect if you're looking for a few cozy minutes before a nap. Overview When Lisa's woolen stocking flies off the clothesline, Hedgie finds it and pokes his nose in. He tries to pull it out, but the stocking gets stuck on his prickles — and the fun begins. A mother hen comes by, then a noisy goose, a talkative barn cat, a playful farm dog, a mama pig and her piglets, and a pony. They all laugh at Hedgie, especially when he pretends he's wearing a new hat. But in the end, it is clever Hedgie who has the last laugh. And where is Lisa when all of this is going on? She's in the borders, getting ready for winter, until she realizes her stocking is missing and she enters the story to look for it. Product Details ISBN: 9780399231018 Publisher: Penguin Group (USA) Incorporated Publication date: 9/28/1997 Pages: 32 Age range: 4 - 8 Years
The Mode in Hats and Headdress by R. Turner Wilcox [Paperback Book]
|The Mode in Hats and Headdress: A Historical Survey with 190 Plates by R. Turner Wilcox is a unique reference for both stylists and designers. Overview Since ancient times, men and women have used hats and headgear for adornment and protection. This stunningly comprehensive survey, arranged chronologically, illustrates the astonishing range of styles — from Egyptian headdresses and plumed turbans to modern homburgs. With notes on period hairstyles, jewelry, and cosmetics, this book will not disappoint! Product Details ISBN: 9780486467627 Publisher: Dover Publications Publication date: 11/24/2008 Pages: 368For a review on The Mode in Hats and Headdress click here.
Virginnie's Hat by Dori Chaconas [Hardcover Book]
|Go on an adventure with Virginnie in Virginnie's Hat by Dori Chaconas and illustrated by Holly Meade. Overview Virginnie is a freckly gal who wears a wide straw hat to shade her from the southern sun. When a puff of wind sends that hat adrift in the swamp — right to the top of a sycamore tree — she braves some scary creatures to get it back! Crawdaddy craw, snickery snake, swaying gator. . . . What will she tell her mama at the end of the day? Lilting language and expressive collages paint a lush, lively picture of a determined young girl and her dauntless adventure. Product Details ISBN: 9780763623975 Publisher: Candlewick Press Publication date: 4/24/2007 Pages: 32 Age range: 4 - 6 Years
What a Hat! by Holly Keller [Hardcover Book]
|Acclaimed picture book creator Holly Keller turns an anxious situation into an unexpected chance in the children's book What a Hat! Overview Henry and Wizzie's cousin Newton is coming to visit, and they can't wait. But when Newton arrives, he won't take off his hat. He wears it at dinnertime; he wears it in the bathtub; he wears it to bed. Henry thinks Newton is being weird, but Wizzie thinks Newton needs a friend. Product Details ISBN: 9780060514792 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Publication date: 8/14/2003 Pages: 24 Age range: 4 - 8 YearsFor a review on What a Hat! click here.
When Everybody Wore a Hat [Book]
|When Everybody Wore a Hat by William Steig is the perfect book for story time with your little one. It was one of William Steig's last gifts to the world of children's books. This funny, poignant, and revealing picture book has all the vitality and wit of a Steig classic. Overview From William Steig: This is the story of when I was a boy, almost 100 years go, when fire engines were pulled by horses, boys did not play with girls, kids went to libraries for books, there was no TV, you could see a movie for a nickel, and everybody wore a hat. Product Details ISBN: 9780060097004 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Publication date: 3/27/2003 Pages: 40 Age range: 5 - 10 YearsFor a review on When Everybody Wore a Hat click here.
Ball Cap Nation: A Journey Through the World of America\'s National Hat by James Lilliefors [Paperback Book]
|Take a journey through the world of America's national hat with the book Ball Cap Nation by Jim Lilliefors.OverviewAs the country grows increasingly diverse and complicated, Americans seek, and occasionally find, a common thread to unite them. In his book, Jim Lilliefors reveals that common thread is what the baseball cap is made of and ultimately what transformed it into America's National Hat.As fads go, it's no longer even a fad, but a part of the national identity. It feeds an illusion that Americans cherish — that despite their differences, and no matter what position they play — when wearing a baseball cap, they're all part of the same team. Ball Cap Nation explores every aspect of caps and their culture, including the history, manufacturing, and evolution of baseball caps; collecting and caring for caps; cap etiquette; and even cap urban legends. Packed with photos throughout, this Jim Lilliefors book takes a delightful look at a uniquely American phenomenon.Product DetailsISBN: 9781578603404Publisher: Clerisy Press Publication date: 7/1/2009 Pages: 256For a review on Ball Cap Nation click here.
Straw Hat Class DVD
|STRAW HAT CLASS is an easy step-by-step instructional DVD that takes the viewer through the making of a straw hat. Diana Cavagnaro teaches millinery in San Diego, California. Her dvd includes: * How to dye, block and size straw * Decorating and trimming * Making a lining * Sewing a sweatband * How to edge the brim. Whether you are interested in a new hobby or fancy yourself as someone with unique talent who wants to experinment with a new medium, this video will show you the way.
Medium Rose Organza Pin & Clip
|The Jeanne Simmons Medium Rose Organza Pin & Clip comes equipped with a straight pin and clip, so you can pin it onto a hat or wear it in your hair. Dress up your straw hat and add a little girly flair or coordinate the flowers to match your mood. Approx. 4 1/2" diameterMade of: polyester and organza ClipPinFaux leaf on bottomFlower detailing at center
Picky Boy Toothpick Holder
|Bring a little life to your kitchen with this Picky Boy toothpick holder from Qualy! Picky Boy has been designed to help keep your toothpicks nice and organized. When you need to grab a pick simply lift up his hat and all the toothpicks will pop up. Adjust the boy's hat forward, backward, or to the side matching you or your guests style. This fun novelty kitchen product is sure to be a hit with all your guests! All Qualy products and packaging are 100% recyclable. Approx. 3 1/2" tall Approx. 1 1/2" wide Made of: plastic Hat pops on and off Hat can make a 360 degree turn Open mouth Toothpicks not included
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Tina Fey became the youngest recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor last night at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. The 40-year-old star of 30 Rock was feted by a cavalcade of stars, including Steve Martin, Lorne Michaels, Jon Hamm, Steve Carell, and Betty White. Fey was primarily recognized for her Saturday Night Live parody of Sarah Palin. "I would be a liar and an idiot if I didn't thank Sarah Palin for helping me get here tonight," said Fey. "My partial resemblance and her crazy voice are the two luckiest things that have ever happened to me."
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Kanye West apologizes for George W. Bush rant
Kanye West told the Today show that he regrets his infamous "George Bush doesn't care about black people" comment, something the former president has cited, during his recent book tour, as a low point in his tenure. In a taped interview shown live to Bush, West said, "I would say of George Bush, in my moment of frustration, I didn't have the grounds to call him a racist. But I believe that in a situation of high emotion like that, we as human beings don't always choose the right words." Bush responded, "I appreciate that. It wasn't just Kanye West who was talking like that during Katrina, I cited him as an example, I cited others as an example as well. You know, I appreciate that."
But West didn't at all appreciate how the whole exchange came to pass. Yesterday, after the taping, West Tweeted, "let me tell you how they did me at the Today show." He went on to say, "I went up there to express how I was empathetic to Bush because I labeled him a racist and years later I got labeled as a racist. … I don't mess with Matt Lauer or the Today Show … and that's a very nice way for me to put it! … HE TRIED TO FORCE MY ANSWERS. IT WAS VERY BRUTAL AND I CAME THERE WITH ONLY POSITIVE INTENT."
Political ad features fake Morgan Freeman
Morgan Freeman's iconic narration, usually employed for the good of mankind, has recently been misused for political purposes, according to CNN. A voice similar to Freeman's was featured in an television commercial in support of B.J. Lawson, a Republican candidate in a North Carolina congressional race. When asked, Lawson confirmed via Facebook that the voice belonged to the actor. Freeman, however, quickly issued a statement denying any participation, saying, "These people are lying. I have never recorded any campaign ads for B.J. Lawson, and I do not support his candidacy." Lawson has since apologized to Freeman and his opponent, claiming that he was duped by MEI Political, the production company responsible for 30-second spot. MEI denies Lawson's accusation.
Bill Maher: Zach Galifianakis didn't smoke real joint
Seconding what reps for Zach Galifianakis and HBO told EW on Monday, Bill Maher took time during his discussion of midterm elections with CNN's Wolf Blitzer last night to reiterate that Galifianakis did not light up a real joint on his show, Real Time with Bill Maher, Friday night. "If it was a real joint, Wolf, I would have smoked it … I think it was cloves or something," Maher said, adding "Zach's crazy, he's not that crazy."
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Hotel Rwanda's Paul Rusesabagina charged with funding terrorism
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NPR's CEO apologizes for handling of Juan Williams' dismissal
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NPR analyst Juan Williams fired for talking about Muslims on Fox News Channel's 'The O'Reilly Factor'
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Muslim who threatened 'South Park' creators to plead guilty
Zachary Chesser, the 20-year-old Virginia man who threatened the creators of South Park with violence over their depiction of Muhammad, is set to plead guilty to soliciting crimes of violence and other charges, according to The Washington Post. Chesser, a George Mason University dropout who adopted the Islamic name Abu Talhah al-Amrikee, was also accused of providing material support to terrorists.
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The video below is a five minute overview of what Eric believes:
Economy: Generally speaking, the Federal Government should not be involved in the economy. The Constitution does allow Federal involvement with regard to international trade and interstate trade. I will allow forms of regulation related to this such as trade treaties, tariffs, and laws about borders between states and other nations. I will vote "no" to any laws not explicitly delegated to the Federal Government by the Constitution. I will also support an Audit of the Federal Reserve and the eventual dissolution of it.
Abortion: I believe life starts at conception. The federal government needs to get out of the role of mandating that abortion be legal in the States. As Congressman, I will work to protect life by getting the federal government out of abortion matters entirely. Ideally the individual states will then have the power to illegalize or regulate abortion as they see fit.
Right to Bear Arms: The second amendment states, "A well regulated militia being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed". Based on history and my experience, I believe this Amendment is a restriction on the Federal Government and solely the Federal Government. Some may argue that guns should not be allowed in schools or courthouses, but let us leave this up to the state to decide which restrictions to place on the bearing of arms. Gun Control is a State's Rights issue. As Congressman, I will work to take the Federal Government out of Gun Control and keep it out.
Taxes: One of the ways I live my life, and one of the concepts I firmly believe in, is "simpler is better". Our personal income tax code is too complex, convoluted, and serves too many special interests. Ideally, the income tax will be abolished. In the short term, I will work to cut the budget so that the income tax burden can be cut as much as possible.
Education: This is a Tenth Amendment issue. The Tenth Amendment states "The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people." The Federal Government is delegated no power regarding education in the U.S. Constitution. And so, the Federal Government should have no say or laws regarding education. As Congressman, I will work to keep education in the hands of the individual, the family, the community, the state, and out of the hands of the Federal Government. "No Child Left Behind" was and is a disaster and I will work to repeal this law and others which infringe on the individual and state liberties in education.
Health Care: This is another Tenth Amendment issue. Since health care is not delegated to the United States Federal Government the power is reserved to the people or to the states.
Citizens are ultimately responsible for their health care, and they may empower the state to regulate that health care. However, the Federal government should have no part in the well-being of the individual. As Congressman, I will work to repeal Obamacare and will work to bring the federal government out of health care entirely.
National Defense: Thomas Jefferson said, "Peace, commerce, and honest friendship with all nations — entangling alliances with none." I believe in this, and I believe that the United States' armies are spread too thin in many countries across the world. We need to bring our troops home, and they can then do their job of defending Our Borders, Our People, and Our Nation.
Immigration: I want our country to work towards securing our borders. It is not fair for illegal immigrants to get the benefits of living in this nation, when there are legitimate immigrants-in-waiting on lists who do not get those benefits, but are trying to go the legal route. Even more importantly, it is not fair to citizens of the United States when they are paying for services to illegal immigrants. I will support laws which expand legal immigration in areas which I believe will help the economy but not hurt citizens who are already here. For example, if there are not enough information technology workers in our country, and there are many open positions for people in this field, I would support an expansion of legal immigration for people from other countries who have a specialized education in that area. Ultimately, I will put the interests of our people and economy first when it comes to immigration.
Faith: I am a believer in Jesus Christ as the Son of God. I have accepted God's grace through Jesus for the forgiveness of my sins, and I believe that God is the supreme power in this world and beyond.
I have respect for atheists, agnostics, and people of all faiths. I believe my faith, prayer, and reliance on God helps me to live with integrity, and the foundation of a higher moral authority helps me to see more clearly the problems of our time.
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- Jpnorton- That ia one hell-ofa-a-spider and I would have loved to have been the one to find it. Note the thickness of the front legs to the back. More charactaristic of a hunter. Chris Daniels from the uni SA will be able to identify it. He is very approachable and comes on the ABC here in Adelaide often to talk about grubs and animals and you seem to have something unique. For the rest- I once bred these little buggers. The toxin is extremly slow working. Get bitten? Have a cup of tea, relax, go to the hospital. I know of no deaths since 1956. I believe that it takes about 2 days for the toxin to reach maximum effect. Another thing, they will always go up if disturbed. Get one on a stick, hold the bottom, it will go up. This is because they build under things, so up is protection. And no, I believe they are not native. I have never seen them in a natural setting.


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"I have a dream today." On August 28, 1963, Martin Luther King spoke these words as he addressed a crowd of more than 200,000 civil rights protesters gathered at The Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC. Two months earlier, President John Kennedy had sent a civil rights bill to Congress, but it was struck down. Although Kennedy was concerned about the possibility of widespread violence during this protest, he realized he was powerless to stop it and embraced the movement instead.
Known as the "March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom," the country expected to hear King deliver strong words to his opponents. Instead, his "I Have a Dream" speech was one of heartfelt passion and poetic eloquence that still echoes in our memory.
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I was born after the 1963 Washington D.C. March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. I don't remember ever not knowing about Martin Luther King, Jr's August 28, 1963 "I Have a Dream" speech. Until I heard an NPR interview of Dustin Volz, who had written a story for The National Journal, I didn't realize that I hadn't ever heard the entire speech.
The "I Have a Dream" speech is under copyright protection until 2038. The Estate of Martin Luther King, Jr. Inc. holds the copyright, and enforces it vigorously. Legally, it's entitled to, but there's a huge debate about whether morally, it should, given its historical importance. I'll leave that debate to others - I was more than happy to pay for this Audible to hear the entire speech.
King, delivering the speech at the Lincoln Memorial 100 years after Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, gives the famous words "I Have a Dream" historic context, including the 1963 reality of segregation. He builds to a crescendo, with the encouragement of Mahalia Jackson, who can be heard on the Audible.
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Rain came pounding down on the streets of New York Wednesday evening, leaving nearly two inches of water in the city.
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Hakim Almasmari ( YEMEN POST STAFF )
Article Date: December 31, 2007
|Yasser Al-Awadi
|Ahmed Al-Maisari
|Mohammed Al-Qadi
|President Ali Abdullah Saleh
The month of December was a nightmare for President Saleh, as members of his own political party clarified that he is linked to corruption and allows other around him to follow the trend.
MP's Yasser Al-Awadhi, Ahmad Al-Maisari, and Mohammed Abdul ilaah Al-Qadi, during interviews with independent newspapers this month all stressed on the matter, causing more damage for the already fragile ruling (GPC) party.
According to the members, Saleh allows those close to him to be corrupt, as well as those loyal to him and his party. Members of his family are considered to be the most that benefit from the corruption, as a cover up by the president is always expected according to the members.
The MP's also criticized the president for the unstable situations in the south, and the chaos that is expected to erupt in the coming months. During the last six months, more chaos, demonstrations, and protest has been witnessed in the south more than any time after the unity, therefore, making it a haven for opposition political leaders in exile and in the country to damage the unification of Yemen.
The interviews with the three MP's is one of the reason why the government is trying desperately to pass on a law that does not allow citizens to attack the president and considers it a crime, under the slogan of protecting the unity of Yemen.
Such clarification by ruling party members against Saleh comes as a backlash as him as he previously called for corrupted officials to leave their post in government. When addressing the case of corruption he said "We will uproot corruption, so those leaderships that addicted corruption, wasting public funds, lie and fakeness should leave. There is no development without security and stability and this is the responsibility of security institutions, armed forces and local authority."
In his speech he indirectly mentions fighting corruption through controlling and auditing organizations in a more proper manner, and the legislative authority must take on its responsibilities quietly and to make field inspection to test performance of the executive authority.
Last year as well, President Saleh lashed out at corrupt officials and corruption from within the government in a nationwide campaign to uproot corruption. Twelve unipoles and 685 MUPI signs went up across the country in the biggest five cities in Yemen: Sana'a, Aden, Taiz, Hodeida and Mukalla with the capital Sana'a having 300 mini posters and 4 unipoles (16 X 4 meters in size). In addition, the campaign extends to the airways, 120 radio inserts, 2 TV flash ads production, and gave-away caps and T-shirts, however, the mission did not accomplish its goals. Ansaf Mayo, an MP and member of the Financial Committee in the House of Representatives, stressed that the anti- corruption campaign was not effective as he said t: "This campaign is an extension of the workshops and symposiums already held on this issue without any concrete results. It will not achieve its goals unless the government offers a good example for citizens in combating corruption ".
Last year, President Saleh announced that he will not run for presidency, opening a door of hope to citizens to see change in rule in the country after nearly thirty years. However, months later, he changed his view on the issue and announced that he would run for presidency again therefore guaranteeing that he keeps his old crown, the palace and the other accouterments of his monarchy.
The demonstrations that were well organized for the president to accept to return to power included tents, free Qat and soft drinks, a sound system and preprinted banners. Slogan was heard nationwide, "Finish the mission.
Last year and after winning the presidential elections in Yemen, Mohamed al-Tayeb, a former minister and chairman of the Human Rights Committee in the Shoura Council clarified that Saleh will be faced with a daunting task in cleaning the country from corruption and targeting the high-ranking corrupt officials. He said added to the issue to fighting corruption, "It's very possible for him to fight corruption," al- Tayeb said. "The president will emerge from these elections very powerful. His ruling party and government know that he needs to fulfill promises he made during the elections."
President Saleh has ruled Yemen for nearly thirty years, as the number of years will surely be at least 35 years, and that is when his presidency period will end for the current term. What citizens are worried about is what comes after the 35 years. In October 1999, when he began a new term in the presidency, he vowed at a swearing-in ceremony to fight corruption and chaos in Yemen. However, nine years later citizens are still waiting.
Misa'ed Abdullah Al-Hababi who was a teenager when Saleh took rule 29 years ago, and has not seen any major changes has lost hope in the country and has been desperately trying to leave Yemen for the past 25 years. "Why should I expect change now, when I did not see it over a thirty year span? I come to believe that change will never happen as long as he (referring to the president) is alive."


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Buying a new RV - or not
Steps in deciding which RV to purchase:
- Evaluate your travel style and your needs. Will you be staying mainly in campgrounds or do you want to get off the beaten path? Will you be living in your rig full-time, using it for extended travel or short trips? Do you spend a lot of time indoors or outdoors?
- Look at RVs and talk to RVer. Attend RV shows to see what features you like. Forums are a good way to get feedback about RVs: motorhomes vs. 5th wheels or trailers, various brands.
- Join the RV Consumer Group. For someone starting out and considering many brands, the Membership Plus category is well worth it. They have ratings on new and used RVs.
- Join user groups. After you have narrowed down your focus to a few models or brands, a user group can provide good information about the practicalities as well as recommendations for dealers and leads on used rigs.
- Take your time. Visit dealers and RV shows but leave the checkbook at home. This is a major purchase and one you want to be comfortable with for several years.
- Be a smart consumer. Once you have made a decision, take the same steps as you would in purchasing a car when choosing a dealer and financing.
Should we buy a new RV or keep the old one?
When George and I met, we each had an RV. His was a 2001 33-foot New Horizon fifth wheel, pulled by a GMC Duramax. After eight years of full-time RVing in a 32-foot Pace Arrow, I now had a home base and a Lance camper with slideout on a 350 Ford with 4-wheel drive.
We spent last winter in the fifth wheel at Big Bend National Park where George volunteered. While it was very comfortable, we decided to take the smaller Lance to Alaska that summer. The New Horizon and truck have an overall length of almost 50 feet. We thought we could go more places more easily in the camper, even though George had driven the larger rig to Alaska in 2003.
We began talking about eventually selling both RVs and buying something in between the two in size. A motorhome under 30 feet, possibly with a slideout, would be compact yet provide more living area and more comfort than the camper, and it would also be easier to park than the fifth wheel.
In March, after presenting my "Support Your RV Lifestyle" seminar at the FMCA convention in Pomona, California, we looked at the motorhomes on display, concentrating on those 30 feet or less in length. Both of us wanted a regular bed. Most shorter units either had a pullout bed or a bed in the corner, often with the bottom corner angled. Finally we stepped into the Safari Trek. It is unique in that the bed can be raised to the ceiling above the living area during the day and lowered for use. Treks are 27, 28 or 29 feet long. However, the inside is like a much larger unit but without the bedroom. Another plus: George is tall and could easily walk under the bed when stowed.
To find out more about the Trek, George joined the RV Consumer Group as a basic member. Besides obtaining ratings on various brands of RVs, he also received the book How to Select, Inspect, and Buy an RV. When you consider you will often spend more than $100,000 on a new RV, the $98 or $139 membership fee is well worth it. The Trek was highly rated in several categories as a "snowbird unit." George also joined the Trek user group. User groups are made up of owners and potential owners of a particular brand who share information. User groups can be found at Yahoo Groups and MSN Groups, with a few at Google groups. Search for "RV." User groups often list older models for sale as well as give advice. Alice Zyetz found her used Lazy Daze motorhome through one.
George posed a number of questions that could only be answered by actual experience, questions like, "Do you have problems with the bed going up and down?" and "Can you put an air mattress on the bed?" He also inquired about solar panels. He found that Trek does not have a solar readiness package, so a buyer would have to pay for after-market modifications.
Touring the Northwest, we set up an appointment with the Trek manufacturing facility in Coburg, Oregon. (Since our visit, the Trek manufacturing plant has been moved to Wakarusa, Indiana.) The tour was very informative, and we could observe the quality of workmanship.
A dealership was located nearby so we looked at completed units. We saw three. We stopped by again several weeks later hoping to see one with a blue interior but were out of luck.
One of the drawbacks to the Trek is that the bed lowers over the main sitting area and optional computer desk. If one person was in bed, the person who was up would not have a comfortable place to sit or work. We considered making the eating table in the kitchen area into a desk. Then we read in the brochure that any changes would incur a large engineering fee and not include the cost of materials. Nor would you get a credit for an item you did not use.
For almost six months we traveled in the Lance camper, towing a Suzuki Sidekick. While the camper is convenient for short trips, it had many limitations for extended travel. The main drawback was lack of a comfortable place to sit. I do know of RVers who travel full-time in a Lance camper, but we realized it does not work for us.
After returning home, we talked about what to do. We will definitely sell the Lance. However, if we purchased a Trek, we would need to make modifications to suit us. The most economical choice would be to find an older rig and do the modifications ourselves. The New Horizon is already customized, comfortable, in excellent condition and has four solar panels and an inverter. We did not end up going to Alaska, but we could have taken it any place we took the camper last summer. So we decided, all things considered, to keep the fifth wheel. Besides, it's paid for!


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MADRID, Spain (Bloomberg) -- Repsol SA completed the sale of liquefied natural gas assets to Royal Dutch Shell Plc as the biggest Spanish oil company strengthens its balance sheet.
The sale of assets in Peru and Trinidad and Tobago, in a deal announced February, and the disposal of a stake in a power plant to BP Plc will cut Repsol's net debt by $3.3 billion, the company said today in a statement. Its asset sales have reached to more than 5 billion euros ($7 billion), above a 4.5 billion-euro target for sales between 2012 and 2016, Repsol said.
Chairman Antonio Brufau said two months ago that Repsol will use proceeds from asset sales to expand the company overseas after its YPF unit in Argentina was seized in 2012. Repsol may spend as much as $10 billion on acquisitions and is studying unconventional assets in North America, he said.
The company, a producer in Angola, Libya and Bolivia, is seeking to rebalance in favor of developed countries with legal stability, Brufau said in a November interview.
Repsol, down 23 percent since the beginning of 2012, fell 0.6 percent to 18.21 euros as of 10:15 a.m. in Madrid.
The company is considering disposing of its holding in Gas Natural, Spain's largest gas utility, as the sale of Repsol's LNG assets to Shell removed the strategic reason for the stake. Repsol won't sell to return cash to shareholders, Brufau said.
Repsol is talking to Argentina over compensation for YPF. The two sides reached a preliminary deal in November. Argentina offered $5 billion in 10-year bonds, a person briefed on the proposal said in November, declining to be identified. Repsol initially demanded $10.5 billion for its 51 percent stake.
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Sunday Crafts: Faux Fur and Satin Neckwarmer (Part Two)
After making the first two faux fur and satin neckwarmers (seen here, read the first post first…) I still had a square of fur left, and wasn't quite sure what to do with it. I decided I would make a smaller scale version of the first one.
Here's the final result…
There it is, all alone, poor little square…
I dressed it up with more of that fun blue ikat lining…
I glued the edges and folded them over…
Let it dry for a few hours…
And then I affixed a ribbon to each side (about a foot on each side.)
Then, I folded one side over…
(And then the other side,)
And then, voila… another fun fur neck warmer! I actually prefer this one to the others… so I'm not sure which one I will end up keeping!
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Just received my box from the delivery man like this (literally 1 minute ago). Missing the tshirt and gobstopper :-(
Just received my box from the delivery man like this (literally 1 minute ago). Missing the tshirt and gobstopper :-(
VeryPC (13th November 2013)
Did it arrive like that or is that after the cat escaped?
Thats how it arrived.
On the bright side, this is what was in the box (along with a load of brown packing paper)
Wow, I'd keep an eye out for your postman wearing a stocktober t-shirt.
Was a TNT Delivery, not my postie
Edit: Huh?? When I replied to @LeightonJames's post just now it was the last one in the thread. All of a sudden a whole nother page appears.
@nephilim - Hope you signed for the box as 'damaged to the extreme!'
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Apparently he had no option for damaged delivery
featured_spectre (13th November 2013), StevieM (13th November 2013), VeryPC_Colin_M (13th November 2013)
We've already put a replacement T-shirt and gobstopper into goods out for tonight.
Thanks for letting us know - always good to be aware of these occurrences so we can work to prevent them in future.
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I feel very confident that Americans flying in the air are safe and that only under the most dire of circumstances would our pilots ever even request permission to do that.Hugh Shelton
However, they did not treat the reasons that led to this condition. I believe that the conditions in the Palestinian territories are alway capable of explosion because the same circumstances are there.Hassan Nasrallah
Chirac is saying: France is adapting. We are applying the same strategic thought but to deeply different circumstances.Dominique Moisi
Victims may be defensive, submissive, over-accommodating to others, passive-aggressive in conflict, dependent on others for self-worth, overly sensitive, even manipulative. Theyre often angry, resentful, and envious, feeling unworthy or ashamed about their circumstances. Have you ever felt or acted this way?David Emerald
When you inhabit any of these three roles, youre reacting to fear of victimhood, loss of control, or loss of purpose. Youre always looking outside yourself, to the people and circumstances of life, for a sense of safety, security, and sanity.David Emerald
No matter what age you are, or what your circumstances might be, you are special, and you still have something unique to offer. Your life, because of who you are, has meaning.Barbara de Angelis
Of all the forms of injustice, that is the most egregious which makes the circumstances of sex a reason for excluding one half of mankind from all those paths which lead to usefulness and honorCharles Brockden Brown
He is happy whose circumstances suit his temper but he is more excellent who can suit his temper to any circumstancesDavid Hume
He is happy whom circumstances suit his temper; but he Is more excellent who suits his temper to any circumstance.David Hume
The mind of the greatest man on earth is not so independent of circumstances as not to feel inconvenienced by the merest buzzing noise about him; it does not need the report of a cannon to disturb his thoughts. The creaking of a vane or a pully is quite enough. Do not wonder that he reasons ill just now; a fly is buzzing by his ear; it is quite enough to unfit him for giving good counsel.Blaise Pascal
Philanthropy is commendable, but it must not cause the philanthropist to overlook the circumstances of economic injustice which make philanthropy necessary.Martin Luther King Jr
The responses of human beings vary greatly under dangerous circumstances. The strong man advances boldly to meet them head on. The weak man grows agitated. But the superior man stands up to fate, endures resolutely in his inner certainty If ignorant bothI Ching
The guidance recognizes that race and ethnicity may properly play a role in terrorist identification and suppression, but only under narrow circumstances permitted by our nation's laws and the Constitution of the United States, ... The policy guidance emphasizes that even in the national security context, reliance on mere generalized racial or ethnic stereotypes remains forbidden.Ralph Boyd
The aim of a true achievement must lie, not in futile efforts towards the complete accommodation of man to circumstances in which he chances to find himself, but in the maintenance of a kind of candid discontent, in the face of the very highest achie.Walter Horatio Pater
Commerce flourishes by circumstances, precarious, transitory, contingent, almost as the winds and waves that bring it to our shores.Charles Caleb Colton
We have learnt through experience that when an electrical ray strikes the surface of an atom, an electron, and in some circumstances a second and even a third electron, can be detached.Johannes Stark
In my opinion, the form of Government may be different in different countries, according to their circumstances, their wishes, their wants. England loves her Queen, and has full motive to do so.Lajos Kossuth
I... [proposed] three distinct grades of education, reaching all classes. 1. Elementary schools for all children generally, rich and poor. 2. Colleges for a middle degree of instruction, calculated for the common purposes of life and such as should be desirable for all who were in easy circumstances. And 3d. an ultimate grade for teaching the sciences generally and in their highest degree... The expenses of [the elementary] schools should be borne by the inhabitants of the county, every one in proportion to his general tax-rate. This would throw on wealth the education of the poorThomas Jefferson
Repeal that [welfare] law, and you will soon see a change in their manners. ... Six days shalt thou labor, though one of the old commandments long treated as out of date, will again be looked upon as a respectable precept; industry will increase, and with it plenty among the lower people; their circumstances will mend, and more will be done for their happiness by inuring them to provide for themselves, than could be done by dividing all your estates among them.Benjamin Franklin
Trying to eliminate Saddam, extending the ground war into an occupation of Iraq, would have violated our guideline about not changing objectives in midstream, engaging in "mission creep", and would have incurred incalculable human and political costs. Apprehending him was probably impossible. We had been unable to find Noriega in Panama, which we knew intimately. We would have been forced to occupy Baghdad and, in effect, rule Iraq. The coalition would instantly have collapsed, the Arabs deserting it in anger and other allies pulling out as well. Under those circumstances, furthermore, we had been self-consciously trying to set a pattern for handling aggression in the post-cold war world. Going in and occupying Iraq, thus unilaterally exceeding the U.N.'s mandate, would have destroyed the precedent of international response to aggression we hoped to establish. Had we gone the invasion route, the U.S. could conceivably still be an occupying power in a bitterly hostile land. It would have been a dramatically different and perhaps barren outcome.George Herbert Walker Bush
Russian Roulette should not, under any circumstances, be copied. It is extremely dangerous.Derren Victor Brown
Marriage may change your circumstances for the better, but in my private opinion, it is far more likely to produce a contrary resultAnne Bront
I am not an advocate for frequent changes in laws and constitutions, but laws and institutions must go hand in hand with the progress of the human mind. As that becomes more developed, more enlightened, as new discoveries are made, new truths discovered and manners and opinions change, with the change of circumstances, institutions must advance also to keep pace with the times. We might as well require a man to wear still the coat which fitted him when a boy as civilized society to remain ever under the regimen of their barbarous ancestorsThomas Jefferson
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Maruti Suzuki Cars in India
Maruti Suzuki Omni2.18 to 2.52 lakh
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2013 Maruti Suzuki WagonRMaruti has refreshed its WagonR for 2013 with updates to both exteriors and interiors. Prices have been hiked marginally and the range now starts at Rs 3.58 lakh for the base WagonR Lx variant and goes all the way up to Rs 4.42 lakh for the top-of-the-line VXi variantRead More..
New Maruti Alto K10 vs Hyundai Eon 1.0 vs Datsun Go: Spec Comparison
How does the Alto K10 stack up now against its competition in the entry level hatchback segment? Let's find out in this spec comparisonRead More..
Maruti Ciaz vs Honda City: Petrol Comparison Review
The Maruti Ciaz is here and equipped to take on the Honda City. Can the fantastic package that the Ciaz is, negate its shortcomings on the performance front? Read on to find outRead More..
Suzuki Swift Ecologia E-Sport
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