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Carreno Dance Festival of Stars gala performance/ Photo by Elaine Litherland
In Sarasota, the arts mean business....big businessSarasota's arts and cultural leaders have long advocated that investment in the arts is a smart way to grow the local economy. This year, they got fresh numbers to prove it. The Arts and Economic Prosperity Report, a national survey by the nonprofit American for the Arts, showed Sarasota County arts organizations and audiences pumped $180 million into the economy in 2010, a nearly 50 percent increase since the last survey was conducted by the nonprofit Americans for the Arts in 2002. The number of arts-related full-time jobs in the area increased 55 percent -- more than 1,000 positions above the national average for cities of similar size -- and attendance at arts and cultural events increased 46 percent, to 2.3. million. That ranked Sarasota near the top of 22 communities with populations between 250,000 and 499,000.
A 36-hour online philanthropic marathon kicked off the new online fundraising site, The Giving Partner
A new way to give to the arts....The Giving Partner"The Giving Challenge," a 36-hour online philanthrophy marathon that kicked off the debut of The Giving Partner, a website launched by the Community Foundation of Sarasota, raised $2.4 million for local nonprofits, many of them arts-related, in March. The Internet resource provides detailed information on area organizations and access to easy online giving. The Manatee Players, in the midst of a capital campaign to complete a new riverfront theater, finished at the top of the beneficiaries, taking in more than $200,000.
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Manatee Players theater complex nears completionIn March, an anonymous donor pledged up to $1.5 million to kickstart the final fundraising drive needed to complete the new Manatee Players' riverfront theater complex in Bradenton. The pledge, considered a loan/grant through the Manatee Community Foundation, made up to $1.5 million available to the theater to encourage new or matching contributions. The theater also accepted a $250,000 donation from the Kiwanis Club of Bradenton; the two gifts leave theater officials with roughly $1.4 remaining to raise in order to open the $12 million facility in time for their target production of "Miss Saigon" in March 2013.
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Arts patron Ulla Searing diesPhilanthropist Ulla Searing, sometimes called the "mother of the arts" in Sarasota, passed away in June at the age of 99. A major benefactor for many arts institutions in the area throughout her residency, her financial support of the topped $25 million over nearly four decades. Among her favorite recipients were the Sarasota Opera, the Asolo Repertory Theatre, the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, the Sarasota Ballet and Circus Sarasota.
"Unconditional Surrender" is returned to its familiar bayfront spot / Photo by Elaine Litherland
Art landmark disappears...and returnsThose who love to hate "Unconditional Surrender" — the controversial bayfront sculpture of a kissing soldier on V-J Day — got an unexpected reprieve in April, when a woman inadvertantly crashed her Mercedes into the figure, leaving a gaping hole in the sailor's leg and requiring the statue be shipped to the foundry for repairs. Donated to the city by a veteran in 2010, the sculpture, located at U.S. 41 and Bayfront Drive, has been called everything from a "city treasure" to a "tacky eyesore" and some rooted for it never to return. In December, however, several months later than planned and after $125,000 in repairs (paid for by the errant driver's insurance), the statue was returned to its original location, immediately becoming, once again, a favorite photo op site for tourists.
The exterior of FST's Gompertz Theater / Photo by Jay Handelman
FST's major facelift comes earlyThough staff members were quietly working behind the scenes to meet some fund-raising goals, to the public, it took less than a year for Florida Studio Theatre to raise the $6.8 million it needed to complete renovations to the historic Gompertz Theatre and add two new theaters and a restaurant in the Hegner Wing. The Gompertz reopened in the summer after several months of renovation, and the beginning of January marks the opening of the new Court Cabaret, named for late husband of donor Georgia Court, an FST board member who kicked in an extra $800,000 to complete the construction project. The cabaret is opening a year early.
Owner Bob Turoff outside the Golden Apple Dinner Theater on the day of eviction / Photo by Elaine Litherland
Golden Apple meets its demise...then rises from the ashesThe Golden Apple Dinner Theatre's run as the longest continuously operating dinner theater in the country came to an end in September when it was evicted from the downtown Sarasota building it had occupied for more than 40 years. Owner Robert Turoff was behind on the rent he owed to the owners of the building he sold more than a year earlier to pay off some debts. But less than three months after the eviction, Turoff has some new partners and is reopening what is now called the Golden Apple Celebrity Theatre with the comedy "Viagara Falls."
Susan Danis, former executive director of the Sarasota Opera / Courtesy photo
After 14 years, Sarasota Opera's Susan Danis moves onAfter more than 14 years as executive director, Susan Danis left the Sarasota Opera to accept a position as general director and CEO of the Florida Grand Opera in Miami. During her tenure, Danis directed a capital campaign that raised more than $20 million for renovation of the opera house and raised the company's operating budget from $3.8 million to $8.3 million. She was replaced by Richard Russell, who had previously served as the opera's marketing director from 2005 to 2010.
The world premiere of its "John Ringling's Circus Nutcracker" closed out a successful year for the ballet. / Photo by Frank Atura
Financially stable at last, Sarasota Ballet experiences a growth spurtThe Sarasota Ballet, long on shaky financial ground, retired its debt, expanded its dancer base and increased its national reputation in Iain Webb's sixth year as artistic director. The organization opened the Margaret Barbieri Conservatory of Dance, an eight-year training program for pre-professional students in August, launched an all-new, circus-themed "Nutcracker" in December and was invited to return to perform at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., in June 2013.
Photo of James Turrell Skyspace by Giovanni Lunardi
Skyspace offers a new view on the world at the Ringling MuseumThe year kicked off with the long-awaited opening of the James Turrell Skyspace at the John and Mable Ringling Museum, a 24-foot-square opening in the canopy of the Ulla R. and Arthur F. Searing Wing that offers an ever-changing perception of color, clouds, light and sky. Ten years in the making, the installation, by James Turrell, an international renowned artist whose palette is not paint, but light, is one of just two public installations on the East Coast and the only one in Florida. The $2.9 million Skyspace, funded mostly by private donations, allows museum visitors to sit in the courtyard below and watch an hourlong display passing by overhead. For the first time, the space was also used for several music performances during the 2012 Ringling International Arts Festival.
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Co-CEO David Schostak of Livonia-based Schostak Bros. & Co. is not personally responsible for the balance on a defaulted loan in a commercial real estate dispute near Traverse City, the Michigan Court of Appeals has found, citing a law passed last year to protect investors' assets.
The court in a written ruling found that a guaranty Schostak had placed on the original $8.7 million commercial mortgage-backed security with Cherryland Center outside Traverse City was "invalid and unenforceable" under the Nonrecourse Mortgage Loan Act of 2012.
A new state law cleared the Legislature in just three weeks last March, with support from Robert Schostak, chairman of the Michigan Republican Party and David's brother, after the appeals court had ruled in December 2011 that lenders could pursue a $2.1 million balance under a loan guaranty.
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Facts about Portia
- Breed: Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier Mix
- Color: Silver & Tan (Yorkie Colors)
- Age: Young
- Size: Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
- Sex: Female
Portia's Info...
I am already spayed, housetrained, up to date with shots, and not good with kids.
INITIAL BIO 11/05/2011: SAY HELLO TO PORTIA! She is 5 years old, weighs 10 lbs and is being fostered in Punta Gorda, FL. Portia was surrendered by her breeder earlier this year, and adopted out to a wonderful home; however, sometimes the 'fit' just doesn't work, which isn't the fault of either the dog or the adoptive parents.....that is what happened with Miss Portia. She has returned to UYR and we are in hopes of finding her the most perfect second home. Portia is a sweet, but very shy & timid, little girl who gets along well with other dogs; she also doesn't mind the kitty cats. She is friendly, but lacks confidence. Portia has returned to her former foster home which knows her well, and they will be working on boosting her confidence with lots of positive praise and gentle persuasion. The perfect home for Portia would be in a home with only one other dog, close to her size and age. Portia loves daily walks so a backyard with a fence is preferred, but not necessary. We feel that an apartment might have too many noises for her and so a home would be best. Loud noises and quick movements do scare her (poor baby). She would do best in a home where she doesn't have to be left for long hours - at least one stay-at-home parent would be wonderful so that she can gain confidence much quicker. Portia just needs a home where her adoptive family will love her, hold her, pet her and help her to trust humans again. Could you be the home Portia has dreamed of?
NOTE: Because Portia is so timid, she can only go into an adult home at this time.
Other Pets at United Yorkie Rescue - FL - Punta Gorda - Kandice
Why Adoption is a Great Option
Portia, a Punta Gorda Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier dog was adopted! Here's how you can benefit by looking at adoption as an option to buying a Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier for sale in Punta Gorda, or seeking a Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier dog from a breeder in Punta Gorda.
- Rescues and shelter volunteers in Punta Gorda already know the personality and tendencies of their pets. This means they can match you with the right pet. That will makes it much easier transition to owning a pet for yourself and your new pet.
- On average adoption fees are much less than you'd pay a Punta Gorda breeder, or pet store. Plus most often rescue pets have already been to the veterinarian for a check-up, had a round of vaccinations, and are spayed or neutered. That is a lot of savings!
- You will become a hero, and give a needy dog or cat a loving home. In fact, there are even Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier breeders who help with Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier rescue. One puppy or kitten adopted in Punta Gorda paves the way for another one to be saved.


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Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210 Supt. Lawrence A. Wyllie is retiring at the end of the school year after 24 years at the helm, according to a news release from the district.
The District 210 board accepted his retirement at Thursday's meeting.
"It has been a great run, and I am most appreciative of having been given the opportunity to be your superintendent for the past 24 years," Wyllie told the board.
Wyllie has been an educator for the past 54 years. He will retire June 28, the release said.
The board also announced its intention to appoint Lincoln-Way East Principal Scott Tingley, 40, as Wyllie's successor.
When Wyllie took over, the district had 2,807 students and one high school with two campuses. The district has grown to 7,400 students and four high schools, all of which are ranked in the top 10 percent in the state based on the Prairie State Achievement Exam, the release said.
District 210 also has one of the five lowest per-pupil expenditures in the six-county Chicago area, the release said.
"It is impossible to overstate the positive impact that Dr. Wyllie has had on our students, our faculty and staff, our schools, and the communities and citizens that Lincoln-Way serves," board President Arvid C. Johnson said in the news release.
Johnson also called Tingley "the right person at the right time to lead District 210 forward — building upon not only its strong culture and tradition of success but also its core belief that 'Great is never good enough' "
Tingley has worked for Lincoln-Way for 16 years, the release said. He began his career at Lincoln-Way High School in 1994, teaching business and social science. He left in 2001 to coach varsity basketball and to serve as dean of students at Lemont High School, but returned to Lincoln-Way in 2004.
Tingley lives in New Lenox with his wife Jennifer and their three children.
The board also accepted the retirement of Deputy Supt. Tom Eddy, who has worked for the district for 37 years as teacher, coach, dean, assistant principal, and assistant superintendent.
The board voted to appoint Sharon Michalak as principal of Lincoln-Way East, effective July 1.
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My name is Liberty!
Facts about Liberty
- Breed: Spaniel (Unknown Type) Mix
- Color: Black - With White
- Age: Puppy
- Size: Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
- Sex: Female
Liberty's Info...
I am up to date with shots, good with kids, and good with dogs.
Other Pets at Companion Animal Rescue & Education, Inc(NE)
Why Adoption is a Great Option
Liberty, a Wilmington Spaniel (Unknown Type) puppy was adopted! Here's how you can benefit by looking at adoption as an option to buying a Spaniel (Unknown Type) for sale in Wilmington, or seeking a Spaniel (Unknown Type) puppy from a breeder in Wilmington.
- Rescues and shelter volunteers in Wilmington already know the personality and tendencies of their pets. This means they can match you with the right pet. That will makes it much easier transition to owning a pet for yourself and your new pet.
- On average adoption fees are much less than you'd pay a Wilmington breeder, or pet store. Plus most often rescue pets have already been to the veterinarian for a check-up, had a round of vaccinations, and are spayed or neutered. That is a lot of savings!
- You will become a hero, and give a needy dog or cat a loving home. In fact, there are even Spaniel (Unknown Type) breeders who help with Spaniel (Unknown Type) rescue. One puppy or kitten adopted in Wilmington paves the way for another one to be saved.


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Born in February 1848, at the old Creek agency, the eldest son of William Adams, by Hepsie Perryman, niece of Louis Perryman, Thomas first attended school at Tallahassee Mission, in 1852, and, later, moved to Asberry Mission. In 1861 he married Miss Mahalya Grayson, daughter of Betsy Grayson. During the war he was detailed by the Federal government to the commissary department as distributor of beef to the various camps. In 1866, when the war ended, he was elected to the House of Warriors, which office he has held until the present, over twenty-five years. Few, if any members, of that house can boast of such a record. In 1885 Mr. Adams was elected Speaker of the House, which office he held for four years. Since 1867 the subject of our sketch has been practicing law in all the courts of the Creek Nation. He is also on the board of trustees of the New Yarker Mission School. Mr. Adams had fourteen children, eleven of whom are living, Isaac, Wash, Betsy, Thomas, Hepsie, Lewis, Lee, Mitchell, Lizzie, and Mary. He has about 600 head of cattle, 40 or 50 head of horses, 40 sheep, and some 150 hogs, besides a good farm of seventy-five acres of land. On his ranch is a good dwelling house, out-houses, stables, and every other possible convenience. Mr. Adams is considered one of the brightest lawyers among the Creeks, and is a successful politician, having, in fact, no superior among his people in bringing about such ends as he wishes to accomplish. He is about six feet one inch high, weighs 198 pounds, and physically, very powerful. He is energetic to accomplish an undertaking, and is very popular with his constituency.
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Why Lake George?
What place could be better? Lake George is a large friendly resort community with many scenic roads, easy access from interstates, and unexcelled natural beauty. As the gateway to The Adirondack Park, the area boasts many winding roads, often leading to mountain summits. This makes for breathtaking riding opportunities and amazing views.What's the Adirondack Park?
Riding heaven ! Laced with winding mountain roads, it's also the largest park in the continental United States. With approximately 6 million acres, The Adirondack Park is larger than Yellowstone, Glacier, Yosemite, and Olympic National Parks all combined. It's even larger than any of the 7 smallest states in the U.S.!43 of its mountains have elevations 4,000 feet or higher; Mount Marcy, within sight of Lake Placid, is the highest mountain in NY State at 5,344 feet. The Adirondack Park has 2,800 lakes and ponds, and over 30,000 miles of rivers and streams.
Lake George itself is a beautiful 32 mile-long body of drinking-pure water, surrounded by pine-covered mountains. The Village of the same name, located next to I-87, is the southern gateway to The Adirondack Park.


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Mayor Wilda Diaz wins Perth Amboy again
Wednesday, November 07, 2012 12:11 AM
Fernando Irizarry, who won election to council in Perth Amboy, says a few word at the Iron Workers Local 373 A.F.L. Tuesday Nov 6, 2012. (Saed Hindash/The Star-Ledger)
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Community invited to review final concepts for the 23-acre former mill site in Oregon City
(Oregon City, Ore.) - Oregonians are invited to review and comment on final concepts for the former Blue Heron Paper Co. in Oregon City at an Interactive Community Event on December 12 from 6-8pm. Community members will be able to see a graphic presentation of site opportunities in preparation for a land-use zone-change application in early 2014. Concepts are based on the results of a market study and more than 4,000 comments and discussions.
Attend the event to participate in a review of final concepts, interact with fellow community members, project partners, and consultants to discuss concepts as they relate the interrelated core values of public access, economic redevelopment, healthy habitats and historical and cultural interpretation. Opportunities to review in-depth demonstration plans and parking and access concepts will be provided. Excited to help make this a reality? Sign up as a Community Champion to stay engaged over the long term. All ages are welcome; light refreshments will be provided.
What: Final Concepts Review for the Willamette Falls Legacy Project
When: Thursday, December 12, 2013, 6-8 p.m.
Attend an in-depth review and presentation from the designers of final site concepts based on community feedback this fall, existing conditions and the summer outreach process. Follow up in-depth opportunities to review demonstration plans and parking and access concepts and identify what inspires you and how you can become a Community Champion for the Willamette Falls Legacy Project.
Where: Ainsworth House and Gardens, 19130 Lot Whitcomb Drive, Oregon City, OR
One of the most beautiful and historic natural wonders in the country, Willamette Falls served as a Native American fishing and gathering site and the site of the nation's first long-distance transmission of electricity (from the Falls to Portland). It was mentioned by Lewis and Clark in their travel diaries in the early 1800s. In 2011, Blue Heron closed its doors in a bankruptcy, leaving an opportunity to redevelop the site.
The City of Oregon City is leading the Willamette Falls Legacy Project; other leading project partners include Clackamas County, Metro, the State of Oregon and the site's bankruptcy trustee. For more information, please visit www.rediscoverthefalls.com [1]


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'Iron Man 2' - A little less conversation, a little more action
I watched the original "Iron Man" movie the night before I saw this one so I could compare the two based on plot, comedy etc. I was not disappointed with this one. A new character named Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson) isn't introduced until the movie has about 50 minutes left and that's too bad. They had to include him to explain why another new character is in the movie, the Black Widow (the very sexy looking Scarlett Johansson.) She is Nick Fury's assistant in the comics. Other new characters are the villains, Ivan Vanko, aka Whiplash (Mickey Rourke) and Justin Hammer, a competitor of Tony Stark's company who I disliked so much I don't care to say who played him. (Editor's note - Sam Rockwell).
When the movie begins, Tony is living it up with his Iron Man fame. Sexy girls and big time parties are basically his life. Oh yeah, and privatizing world peace. (Beauty contestants will have to pretend to want something else.)
Unfortunately, Tony's source of power for the suit is poisoning him slowly. (Kind of ironic, isn't it?) Almost all people on the planet think that he is unbeatable save for a politician (Who the heck is Garry Shandling??) who wants the government to take over the Iron Man project so that other countries won't try to duplicate it. Tony doesn't agree.
Did I mention that since Tony is so busy, he appoints Pepper Potts (Gwyneth Paltrow) as CEO of Stark Industries?
The party keeps going on until Whiplash shows up and attempts to kill Tony because, well, let's just say that their fathers didn't play well on the work playground together. He fails, is sent to jail, and escapes with the help of Hammer who applauds his murder attempt. These two work together to try to accomplish the ultimate goal: eliminate Tony Stark.
Stark must enlist the help of his buddy Rhodey (Don Cheadle, who replaced Terrence Howard from the original film) to help him beat the bad guys in an awesome ending battle sequence that reminded my mother of Rock Em, Sock Em Robots.
Was it a good choice to replace Howard? In my opinion the scripts were written around the actors who portrayed Rhodey in the two movies. The man who wrote the script for this film wrote "Tropic Thunder", which explains why there is more comedy in this film. I have not seen "Tropic Thunder" because it makes fun of people with disabilities in one scene.
This film is funnier then the original. In my opinion the movie had about the same amount of action if not a bit more then its predecessor. Sexual content in this movie: it's brief, but there is more of it then in the original film.
The action is intense in this movie, but it's awesome. The first action sequence is directed exceptionally and the scene is mildly brutal.
What I did not like about "Iron Man 2" were the frequent visits to the villains. We see Hammer's face almost every 5 to 10 minutes.
I'd rather see more Black Widow, please.
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I am building a new home and having a hard time choosing between two tubs. The first tub is the Kohler 5.5ft Reve freestanding tub which is a cast iron. The other tub is caml-tomlin Element 68F32 acrylic tub. Is acrylic or cast iron better? What about aesthetics? Is it worth it to spend the extra money to get the cast iron? Any recommendations?
Here is a link that might be useful: Kohler Tub
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We are planning to go with acrylic mainly due to cost and because I just want the bathtub to look nice and give me a good bath. Beyond that, I'm not too concerned with whether it is cast iron or not. I'll be reading your thread to see comments though! |
- Posted by michoumonster (My Page) on Thu, Sep 29, 11 at 1:53
i have been reading up on the pros and cons of this also and i have chosen to go the cast iron route. there are lots of old posts from the bathroom forum, btw.. from what i gather, the cast iron is better in that it retains heat better, so you can soak longer. also, acrylic can potentially discolor over time. the good thing about acrylic is that it is light, so if you are putting it in an older home you don't have to worry about the weight and supports, etc. |
- Posted by sierraeast (My Page) on Thu, Sep 29, 11 at 9:54
If you go acrylic, you want to make sure the base/bottom is supported. Some acrylics eventually get cracks from stepping in and out weakens the bottom of the tub. We set ours in a base of foam when we set it. Some plumbers throw in batts insulation under it, anything somewhat resilient but supportive. High end or low end, most acrylic tubs need the extra support. |
Freestanding? Cast iron only, with a high quality porcelain finish. Built-in airjet tub with built in heater? Acrylic is fine. |
- Posted by SunnyAlberta (My Page) on Thu, Sep 29, 11 at 19:19
Thanks for the opinions. I think I will for the cast iron one. We are trying to stay on budget but I think it is worth splurging on. |
- Posted by tinycastles (My Page) on Thu, Sep 29, 11 at 22:07
I did an acrylic clawfoot slipper tub with airjets. To the best of my knowledge, an individual cannot get a cast iron jetted tub. It's white with bronze feet and 5 1/2 feet in length. I could have purchased an iron tub (almost any other brand except Kohler) for same price or less but I really wanted an airtub. Most of the Kohler tubs had feet which were required but not included in price. Also very expensive, definitely more than I wanted to pay. My tub may not be 'historically accurate' but it sure makes for a nice bath, and it keeps the water warm too:) |
- Posted by sierraeast (My Page) on Fri, Sep 30, 11 at 10:40
My comment on supporting acrylics doesn't apply to the op's freestanding tub, only to deck and wall mounted. Time to get the eyeballs checked! |
We were building a new/old house and ended up going with freestanding Cast Iron tub in each bathroom. Personally, I like the feel of Cast Iron and supposedly it does retain heat better. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Cast Iron tub and sink
Have you looked at the free standing tubs from Victoria + Albert? We went with the Ios... they are made from a combination of Volcanic lime stone and Resin and hold heat very well. http://www.vandabaths.com/usa/index.php |
- Posted by montanapacnw (My Page) on Wed, Nov 2, 11 at 15:10
Like archson, we also chose a Victoria + Albert tub, the Asia. It hasn't been installed yet, so I can't give any true feedback but the feel of it seems different than other acrylic tubs - more substantial. In doing research I found that while cast iron has a reputation of retaining heat better, it sucks heat out of the water initially because it starts out as a colder material. You have to get it warm before it can retain that heat. Some people claim that their acrylic tubs lost water temperature very fast, others didn't. It may be a wash (bad pun, sorry), so try to figure out how long you stay in the tub, how often you will actually use it, find one you like and go from there. |
"if you are putting it in an older home you don't have to worry about the weight and supports, etc. Water weights over 8 pounds per gallon, plus the wight of the occupant means ANY tub is a large load. |
What's the cost of the V&A tubs? How do they compare with cast iron or acrylic? |
I think ours was about 3k if I remember correctly. |
- Posted by landngarage (My Page) on Tue, Jul 17, 12 at 5:39
Curious if anyone knows of a larger version of something like this "traditional" free-standing tub? It's a 64".... |
Here is a link that might be useful: 64
landngarage - check out Signature Hardware's Clawfoot tubs. They have cast iron and acrylic (including air tubs) and hammered copper in all sorts of styles (slipper, double slipper, rolltop) and sizes ranging up to 72". And I found them to be a GREAT company to work with. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Signature Hardware's clawfoot tubs
- Posted by kamkar2006 (My Page) on Tue, Jul 17, 12 at 8:16
Whichever brand you use I would say cast iron. I love the look and feel. I think when you look at the difference the cast iron looks so pretty. We did a elizabethan classic cast iron claw foot in cast iron and it was relatively inexpensive on the whole cast iron spectrum. |
Posted by landngarage (My Page) on Tue, Jul 17, 12 at 5:39: Curious if anyone knows of a larger version of something like this "traditional" free-standing tub? It's a 64".... We worked with these folks (Bath of Distinction) & they were wonderful to deal with. Includes Faucet, Drain & Supply Lines also which a lot of other places charge you $500+ in addition to the tub. Check out the link below for a 67" single slipper resembling your request. There is also a 59" & 73" sizes also. Also check out the size chart link for how it would look inside the tub @ various sizes. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Baths of Distinction 67 Single Slipper
- Posted by landngarage (My Page) on Thu, Jul 19, 12 at 13:57
Thank you Bevangel and pbx2. A large slipper tub would fit just perfect into my plan's big window shed dormer. But it may have to be a "watch this space" proposition! |
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I have to say that I HATE how this product smells. The only thing good about this product is the packaging. Just thinking about how this stuff smells makes me cringe. Yuck!
I love this Soft & Sensual Body Spray. I usually spray some on before I head to the gym. One day a lady asked me if I was wearing the expensive perfume from Givenchy called Amariage. When I told her that it was Skin So Soft-Soft & Sensual, for around $6.99, she wouldn't believe me. Since I had never smelled Amariage, I took her word for it. Later on, I had the chance to smell the expensive one and this beats it by far!!
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I've got this in the hand cream which moisturises nicely, but nothing I'm over the moon about. What I do love is the scent, I feel similiar to shamrocked in her review of the Moisture Boost lotion, in that there is something about this stuff! I tried to find a scent description too, but all I could find was "light and floral". Shamrocked has a good description of it in her review, though I couldn't really detect the rose.
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Positive Role Of Stress
Although "stress" has become synonymous with something bad, such as traffic jams and too many work demands, some stress is good for you. Pioneering stress researcher Hans Selye differentiated between damaging stress (distress) and positive stress (eustress). Positive stress can inspire us to do our best and to perform better than if we were under no stress.
Psychologists tell us that our level of performance is directly related to the level of stress we experience. This theory says that low and high levels of arousal decrease performance, whereas intermediate levels enhance performance. In other words, we are capable of peak levels of performance when under a moderate amount of stress.
Consider a situation such as taking a test or giving a presentation. Reducing your stress through preparation and careful planning leads to a more confident and competent performance. The increase in stress motivated and caused you to take action.
A moderate amount of stress can play a positive role in our health. One study found that people who experienced moderate levels of stress before surgery had a better recovery than those who felt low or high levels of stress. Moderate stress levels helped this group realistically appraise and anticipate their circumstances. Low levels of stress, on the other hand, led some people to be unrealistic and unprepared, while high levels of stress led others to be so anxious that they couldn't cope.
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Have to agree with Mickey. Not my own recipes...but his.
The best thing I ever made was a brined, smoked turkey breast, with Mickey's coffee rub. I've never tasted anything like it.
The brine was just salt, sugar, lemons, rosemary and thyme. It stayed in the brine for 12 hours, then air-dried in the fridge for another 12 hours.
The coffee rub is: equal parts brown sugar and instant espresso. (Medaglia D'Oro is a good one). 1/2 part black pepper, 1/2 part kosher salt, 1/2 part garlic powder, 3/4 part ancho chili powder.
Applied the rub about 15 minutes before it went on the egg. Cooked indirect, platesetter legs up in a roasting rack at 350 until the breast hit 160. I used a drip pan below, but I can't remember if there was much in it when I pulled the turkey breast off.
Tough to believe that turkey beat out ribs, pork butt, ribeye, prime rib, etc., but it did. By a landslide. It was incredible.
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- Posted by waitforspring z6MA (My Page) on Sat, Jun 16, 12 at 20:51
Your yard looks wonderful and it looks like you have plenty of room for daylilies. Love the blue and yellow combination. The daylilies all look good, but I have to pick Black Fathom Depths as my favorite. It is such a fabulous performer. Your pergola looks so inviting. Val |
- Posted by newyorkrita z6b/7a LI NY (My Page) on Sat, Jun 16, 12 at 21:30
I just love all the yard and garden pictures. Your place looks so nice. I just kept looking and looking and going back to look at all your views. I love your setting. Now around your garden I see taller grass areas that look like fields. Is that a farm around you? I love rural, but unfortunatly not very rural around here. I really love the newly plowed to be veggie area. Yes, plant lots of veggies as you now have lots of room. WEB OF INTRIGUE and BLACK FATHOM DEPTHS tie for my favorite. Both are real beauties. |
I think it looks as though you have been very busy. I love the patio where you go to rest and watch Clown Parade!! My favorite of the bunch is Black Fathom Depths also. Very nice!! Ellie |
- Posted by dipsandtets none (My Page) on Sat, Jun 16, 12 at 22:03
I really like the color on the trellis trim and chairs. OM looks like it was worth the wait and 24 scapes on WI is a lot of scapes. |
Julia - I always envy how much space you have. Things are looking great, and I know you will enjoy that patio so much this summer. Web of Intrigue is just gorgeous. I can't imagine 24 scapes. That will be some clump shot. Debra |
well, you certainly have lots of room for flowers and vegies, too. bet the deer love it too.LOve all your daylilies and especially WEB OF INTRIGUE. jean |
- Posted by mantis__oh z6 OH (My Page) on Sat, Jun 16, 12 at 23:12
You have a wonderful porch from which to view the garden and stay cool; and now you have the patio as well. I too envy the space! I like the bitone--or is it bicolor?--of All American Girl. |
The fields around us are ours. We've been waiting for the person to come in and cut the fields down and bale which I hope is soon. I need to take down the rear temporary fencing and either replace or repair it but not till they finish. The patio is one of my favorite places. I made a shade cover for the pergola this spring so when I need a break from the sun, I can sit down and relax a bit. The front porch is great when working in the front gardens. Take a break and cool off or just sit and admire the blooms. We always seem to have a breeze here but being in full sun can wear you down. ALL AMERICAN GIRL is a bitone. I always get confused with the bicolor and bitone too. Thanks for all the comments. I'm hoping the blooms take their time as I really want to enjoy the colorful display and give me time to finish other projects. Julia |
- Posted by celestialrose zone 4/5 NH (My Page) on Sun, Jun 17, 12 at 9:57
WOW, I would KILL to have that much space and flat pasture land!!!! I had nothing but woods when I moved here 26 yrs. ago and every garden has been a major pain in the @#$ because I have to make raised beds and there are still too many trees and not enough sun. So I am green with envy looking at your pictures. You have a wonderful place and it is beautiful. That patio is just divine. My favorite daylily is Web of Intrigue. Celeste |
I think we're all going to envy the room you have for gardens! nice photos, what a wonderful looking bazebo. I like that dark colors and hue of balck fathom dpeths.. |
Celeste: The property was fields and vineyards when we bought it. Unfortunately the vineyards had to go so all the vines, poles and wire had to come out. 10 acres worth. The house now sits on part of the old vineyard. The soil isn't the greatest so I always have to bring in garden soil to raise the beds up a bit. deangreen: I love this place for its location and open spaces not to mention all the wineries in the area. However, more space equals more gardens means more maintenance. LOL. Julia |
Such wonderful wide open spaces!!! Love your pergola, it was part of my inspiration to put up a pergola, rather than any other type of 'roof' on my deck. I love Web of Intrique, and Black Fathom Depths will grow into it's height, mine did!!! Cindy |
Cindy: Thanks for letting me know about BFD. I was concerned with the height but if it does get to the registered height it should be okay where I planted it. I still found with the pergola here that I needed additional shade so I made a shade cloth for the top that is easily taken off and put on. Partially visible in the last photo. Julia |
Wow, what a beautiful space you have created. Love your patio and love love, BLACK FATHOM DEPTHS. sharon |
Thank you Sharon. Yes, BFD is a beauty. Can't wait to have it bloom in a clump. Julia |
- Posted by newyorkrita z6b/7a LI NY (My Page) on Tue, Jun 19, 12 at 19:06
I just love that setting you have. The gardens around the house and then the fields all around. Plus a lovely porch and patio to sit out on and enjoy all those views. Really lovely! |
Thank you Rita. So hot and muggy here today and tomorrow will be worse. Odd thing is we had rain around 4:30am for about an hour with thunder and then it got so humid/muggy. I guess the next couple of days will be limited garden time till the weather breaks again. Julia |
Wow! Love all the pics! Just one question - how do you keep the deer out? |
njmomma: We have fencing (not the best) around most of the area around the gardens but the deer tend to stay out in the fields. It is the fawns who tend to roam in when they are running around like dogs playing. I suspect we have a pregnant doe that has been roaming the fields lately by herself. Time will tell. Julia |
You have a beautiful place and your gardens seem to be coming along nicely. Web of Intrigue is my favorite of the daylilies. Linda |
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Monday, March 16, 2009
The Castaways - A Suspended Animation Review From 2004
Tucker Freeman is 13 years young, and living the hobo's life on the road. Not because he wants to, mind you, but it's the age of the Great Depression, and, in the wake of his father walking out on the family, he feels it's his responsibility to go out and find work, so as to be a help to the family, instead of a burden. Along the way, he meets an interesting individual, who becomes a trustworthy friend; an old hobo named Elijah Hopkins. During his time with Elijah, Tucker learns about being a hobo (as opposed to a "tramp," or a "bum"), as well as being a decent human being.
Written by Rob Vollmar, The Castaways is a poignant, thoughtful, engrossing tale, largely influenced by conversations with the author's grandmother, as well as a documentary on the Depression. You see, there is a great deal of emotional investment in Castaways, and it shows. Vollmar doesn't write two-dimensional characters, here. Somehow, he manages to breathe a semblance of life into Tucker and Elijah, making the reader care about what happens to them. This book is a fine compliment to Rob's skills as a writer.
Artist Pablo G. Callejo uses a highly-detailed style of rendering that is easily as important as the writing for bringing the characters to life, in this tale. Reminiscent of Rick Geary's work, Callejo excels in the black and white medium, showing a wonderful grasp of light, shadow and textures. Though his characters' expressions are sometimes over-simplified, overall, he shows much promise in this area, as well. I hope to see more of Pablo's work, in the future.
The Castaways is highly recommended for all ages, and is believed, by this reviewer, to be a great candidate for a classroom comics selection, being both entertaining, AND historically relevant.
The Castaways, published by Absence of Ink Comic Press, 56 pages, $5.95. Look for it at comic shops, comic conventions and online auctions. For the comic shop near you, call 1-888-comicbook.
Review by Mark Allen
Button Man - A Suspended Animation Review From 2004
Harry Exton is a "button man;" a paid killer. And he can't stop killing. He daren't, you see, because he's been hired to play a game... a killing game. At any time, he, and other mercenaries, may get a call from one of the "voices," men they never meet face to face, who decide the time, place and players. But Harry wants out, which is against the rules. How does he escape this vicious cycle when even the other button men will kill him to keep him from leaving?
The scenario of Button Man is fairly straightforward; its execution (no pun intended) is what is so remarkable. Originally written for a British comic entitled Toxic, it later ended up running in the U.K.'s 2000 AD. In 1995, it was collected in an oversized graphic novel format by Kitchen Sink Press.
Lucky for comics readers in the U.S., as it could be considered one of the most engaging comic works of the last couple of decades. Writer John Wagner weaves an intensely visceral tale that goes right for the reader's jugular. Exton, the leading character, is extremely believable as a ruthless killer, not hindered by any ethical restraints, but unsatisfied with a situation out of his control. There are no redeeming moral qualities to Exton, so readers shouldn't look for them. Wagner stays true to the character.
What to say about artist Arthur Ranson's work...? We don't see enough of it in the U.S. Much has been said about comic artists with a sense of realism in their work. None, however, has outdone Ranson. His fine line work and detailed composition are seen in every aspect of his craft. Combined with the 9" x 12" format, Button Man achieved a "cinematic" look years before such a style became popular in comics books.
Button Man is recommended for adults who enjoy great action, mystery and intrigue.
Button Man, published by Kitchen Sink Press, 96 pages, $15.95. Find it at your local comic shop.
Review by Mark Allen
Broad Appeal - A Suspended Animation Review From 2004
"Womens is frickle," says Popeye, and he is right. But the one-eyed sailor doesn't generalize enough. Women are also intelligent, kind, loving, loyal, industrious, nurturing, and social--very, very social.
Broad Appeal is a paperback anthology, a social gathering of words and art about the lives and thoughts of women. It is published by The Friends of Lulu, a "national not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting the works of female cartoonists and involving more women in the readership of comics". That is a worthy mission but one with an inherent problem that, when reversed, leaves women yelling at men. Despite a cover blurb that reads "An Anthology....for Everyone!", everyone may buy, but only women cartoonists are allowed inside.
Friends.... is a discriminatory organization. A discussion on equality must wait for another column.
A discussion of style, however, is appropriate in Suspended Animation, but difficult. Why? The word broad can be an insulting comment on a women's anatomy or mean "wide, full, complete". Broad Appeal is stylistically wide and full.
The art in each one-to-four page piece ranges from a minimalist doodle to a polished, realistic style. Overall, it looks like a '60s under-ground comic book, and no one will either like or hate every style represented.
Its content is what will separate the men from the boys from this title. Don't except much adventure in the broadest (sorry, I couldn't resist) sense of the term. A tiny sliver of the superhero, SF, and fantasy genres does little to diminish a huge pie about female relationships.
This is a Chick Flick on paper.
But wise men know that unless you understand the gender, you will never enjoy the fruits of the list that began this column.
And that list is far from complete.
Broad Appeal is recommended for women of all ages, and for men with the courage to want to understand women of all ages.
Broad Appeal/128 pgs. & $9.95 /available at comics shops and www.friends-lulu.org.
Michael Vance
The Bristol Board Jungle - A Suspended Animation Review From 2004
"Reality TV" has come to comic books. This paper documentary is about students butting heads with the real work involved in producing a comic book, and was created by a real college class at the Savanna College of Art & Design. That means that The Bristol Board is a fanzine (a magazine produced by amateurs) with high production values.
But it is more. While it's true that the stories within the larger context of this graphic novel are too short and unpolished to entertain on their own, that larger story is entertaining.
Its strength lies not in the superhero, 'indie' or manga/shojo girlie styles of art and story, but in the extremely well done characterization of the students and their interplay in and outside of the classroom.
Comic book fans and budding cartoonists should see much of them-selves in The Bristol Board.
Review by Michael Vance
Bone - A Suspended Animation Review From 2004
I wish comic books were a part of mainstream America. I mean, the millions of people who enjoy the comic strips in their local newspaper, but scoff at the thought of reading a comic book (what's up with that?) really don't know what they're missing. Especially considering those exceptionally good books that I believe mainstream America would enjoy, if they gave them a chance, and if someone got them into mass marketing. One of those books is Bone: Out From Boneville, the first collection in several volumes, by creator, writer and artist Jeff Smith.
What is Bone? It's a combination of things, really. Things like fantasy, adventure, humor, and even a little horror, done in such a way that all ages can enjoy. It's Dungeons and Dragons, meets Walt Disney, with just a bit of The Lord of the Rings tossed in. Yet, it all smacks of freshness and originality.
In this volume, the three Bones (Phone Bone, Phoney Bone, and Smiley Bone) have been banished from Boneville (where else?), and are on their own in a strange land containing talking bugs, vicious, but not-too-smart rat creatures, a rather large red dragon, and the like. Landing smack-dab in the middle of an ages-old conflict, one of the Bones is sought out by the rat creatures, who hope to rid the valley of the "Great Red Dragon." Adventure, intrigue, and hilarity ensue.
Not only does Jeff Smith's elaborate writing and characterization thrill the reader, but his artwork is unmatched in it's ability to render simple cartoon-like characters and well-detailed, dramatic ones in the same frame, all of whom he is somehow able to make the reader care about. There is, quite simply, no reason for anyone not to take the first volume of Bone for a spin. They would soon desire more.
Bone: Out From Boneville, published by Cartoon Books, 142 pages, $12.95.
Recommended for all ages, Bone: Out From Boneville can be found at comic shops, comic conventions, some bookstores online auctions and at www.boneville.com.
Review by Mark Allen
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Long live Elf World
September 13, 2011 in World 048 News, World News, Worlds 41-50 News
To start off the blog lets all remember the heroes that risked their life to save others on 9/11.
Well upon research of this world one tribe stood out futher than the rest and that tribe's name is ElfWorld!
Elfworld of W48
Ranked 4 (Since August 17th, 2011)
49.220.149 (Their highest point value yet!)
69 Members
OD Ranking
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6th 4th 8th |
248,41 Mio. 168,39 Mio. 80,02 Mio. |
This tribe known as ElfW has been in the north for a long time & they have survived and prospered where many have fell!
These are only some of the tribes that was not as lucky as Elfworld in the northeast
ElfWorld's Story
The tribe was started by ElfieZH as an alternative to established tribes that at that time would not accept small start up players I joined the tribe as an one villaged player myself and from that point on the tribe was fighting an uphill battle. Members left when they got stronger… so we worked really hard on loyalty and team play. Eventually we managed to form a core of loyal players.
I think it is amazing that you have stuck up there in the north where many have failed. Did you have any struggles with enemies in the north?
Yes, we fought DC and DC-s tribes, a match much bigger than we were, but we managed to establish good relationship with AEON tribe thanks to great lady ramy76. Some other tribes we fought up north were ~FoR~ and Ostrogoths. Those tribes are no longer with us…
Any challenges now?
At the moment we are finishing a war with ~One~. That tribe is falling apart and we are also fighting a small war against ~P~…
Interested in their stats?
ElfWorld's Leadership
ElfieZH |
Points: | 1.432.690 |
Rank: | 242 |
Tribe Position: | ElfW's Duke |
Petarostrica |
Points: | 2.517.890 |
Rank: | 167 |
Tribe Position: | ElfW's Baron |
Proudest moment as baron
It is not a moment it is more of a process but it was when I start seeing that our tribe was working as a team, supporting each other in the time of need, and attacking as a unit when required.
Favorite Quote
"Nothing is more important than that you see and love the beauty that is right in front of you, or else you will have no defense against the ugliness that will hem you in and come at you in so many ways."
— Neal Stephenson (Anathem)–PetarOstrica
Most important factor for tribes' survival
Relation inside of the tribe are really important to duke and I…
World Stats
Total Players: 1355 Players
1317 players are above 0 points
1262 are above 126 points
Total Tribes: 155
142 are above 0 points
139 are above 125 points
Hello readers,
Let me know your thoughts about the top players & top tribes! Don't forget to be Nice!
Next week's blog – A look into Womble & their little secret & war … 8-o
Other Random Comments
"Frio would like to thank Kanuk for his planning, Ramy76 for being Ramy and Toby for his Mum"
"I will like to add I did say that Elf World have only one Duke And one Baron but without our hard working Elf's Army officers (ctmo, briegel, Pishdeshka, Touristfromafar, blackspot544, ivica12, mhistvan, LadyGia, prince ramesh2, grtgbrl, giltone, eddieee, peanuts1967, fronttowardenemy, flayingscotsman) and the rest of the tribe members we would never be able to be where we are now. Also I would like to use this opportunity and say Thank you to all ElfW friends that helped us in our success.
I will leave you with my traditional battle cry
Long Live Elf World Tribe!!! :)"
Well that's this week's blog. Feel free to leave all comments, concerns, and or suggestions in the following places:
The Forums
PM on the forums
Skype chat (bbstar123999)
Thank you for giving me a chance to be your guest blogger if you have any constructive criticism so the blog is more enjoyable for you to read, feel free to speak your mind on how to improve it! I would also like to thank a few Womblers who helped me get a feel of the world and think of this story!
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"I, I Believe, I Believe That, I Believe That We, I Believe That We Will, I Believe That We Will Win, I Believe That We Will Win, I Believe That We Will Win!"
Some of you may be familiar with this chant from Utah State's basketball team, however, the Dream Defenders used it to light up the auditorium at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center on Friday, October 18th to kick off Power Shift 2013. Over 10,000 youth from all over the U.S. attended this conference in Pittsburgh, PA. Now imagine that many people doing this chant…It was pretty meaningful if you ask me.
Our time at the conference focused on fighting the fracking industry, divesting from fossil fuels, demanding climate justice, and building a clean energy economy for our future. The idea behind our fight for environmental and social justice is to win over those who think otherwise and shift away from ways that are compromising our justice.
The energy and passion in the convention center each day of the conference was phenomenal. Whether it was getting pumped up from our keynote speakers (12-year-old Takaiya Blaney from Sliammon First Nation, Josh Fox, the director of Gasland, Bill McKibben from 350.org, and many more), getting inspired through building a generation of leaders during the panels about environmental and social justice, being moved by the stories told from the frontline communities in the Gulf Coast and the Appalachian mountain range, or taking action during the march for a green economy in downtown.
Through networking, learning from other schools and businesses, and collaborating statewide, we can continue to share the knowledge we received at Power Shift and enhance student efforts at OSU to make a difference in our community.
We still have a big fight ahead of us, but Power Shift made it less of a dream and more of a reality. We are not finished until we receive the respect we deserve; this is our moment!
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5 on August 30, 2010
Our stay at the Kemble Inn was a wonderful experience. The Innkeeper provides a terrific full breakfast and tasty snacks at various intervals during the day. The bed and bath linens are all cotton, a refreshing change from the usual insitutional sheets and towels. The grounds are beautiful, and the deck is a pleasant place on which to have breakfast. The furniture is a funky mix of traditional and contemporary. Scott and his staff are attentive and helpful without being intrusive. The Inn is within walking distance of downtown Lenox, and right down the street from Shakespeare and Company. The Kemble Inn is well worth a visit! (Guest from West Hartford)
5 on January 21, 2009
We are fortunate to have found such a wonderful place to stay in the heart of Lenox, MA. Living in NY, my husband and I are always searching for weekend getaways to relax and detox from the hussle and bussle of NYC. Lenox is a wonderful quite place to go off-season and this is the third time that we have made the Kemble Inn our destination and we will certainly return next year! The Inn is a delightful Bed and Breakfast with magestic rooms. The owner Bosa is charming, knowledgeable, and made us feel right at home serving up a hearty morning breakfast and helping guide us to interesting venues. Every time we arrive at the Kemble Inn I am impressed by the views from panoramic living room and dinning room windows. The huge fireplaces add to the cozy feeling. We have stayed twice in the Charles Dicken's room where the fireplace, Jacuzzi bath and piano make the room feel like an apartment. Though the décor of the inn makes you feel in another époque, the wireless service keeps you well connected to the modern world if you so desire. I would whole-heartedly recommend this inn to anyone looking to spend time in a relaxing atmosphere.
4.8 on January 04, 2009
Very very charming rooms and service...close to evrything.main st,antik galeris. restorants..lake...
4.6 on December 08, 2008
This bed and breakfast was recommended to us by friends who loved it. We spent a long weekend at the Inn and had a great time. The room was beautiful and clean. The innkeeper, Bosa, was very charming and accommodating giving us plenty of tips on what to do. The view of the mountains from the dining room is spectacular. Will go back!
5 on November 14, 2008
The owner of Kemble Inn is charming, accommodating, and does everything possible to make your stay at the inn delightful. We have been going to Lenox for many years, stayed in other B&B's, and are so glad we found the Kemble Inn. Our room was beautiful. There is wonderful back porch, with rocking chairs and a view of the mountains. Can not wait to go back next year!


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kirana on 5/28/2005 2:42:00 AM more reviews by kirana
Age: 25-29 Skin: Combination, Medium, Warm Hair: Black, Fine Eyes: Brown
I've found my HG tinted moisturiser! I've tried Stila, Prescriptives, Becca... and while they are very good, this one is the best (and the cheapest!) It's so sheer, but it makes my skin look perfect. I just dab a tiny bit of MAC Select concealer to cover redness or small blemishes, and I set everything with a tiniest amount of CG Clean pressed powder, and Voila! Perfect skin!
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julianrei on 4/30/2005 8:09:00 PM more reviews by julianrei
Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination, Fair, Neutral Hair: Brown, Straight, Medium Eyes: Brown
Decided to try this after reading reviews. Scent-free, lightly creamy, and easy to apply. Didn't make me break out. Has SPF too, which is good. I felt that it didn't provide me with as much coverage for a TM as I would have liked, but I use my Shiseido Fitit pressed powder over it, and it looks great. Will continue to use while searching for my HG of tinted moisturizers.
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ronsbabydoll on 4/19/2005 4:11:00 PM more reviews by ronsbabydoll
Age: 19-24 Skin: Acne-prone Hair: Brown Eyes: Brown
A Must have. I love this product. I love the light coverage. Blends so well with skin. Leaves face feeling great not heavy like some moisturizers. I would definitely say go out and buy this one. I know I will when I ran out.
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Goodoldgal on 4/1/2005 2:54:00 PM more reviews by Goodoldgal
Age: 56 & Over Skin: Dry Hair: Other Eyes: Green
This is my HG TM. I've used many more expensive, but none that performs any better than this one. I love the fact that it's fragrance free, and I find the shades very forgiving. I can use either the fair-to-light or the light-to-medium.
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mariposse on 3/10/2005 2:53:00 PM more reviews by mariposse
Age: 25-29 Skin: Combination Hair: Brunette Eyes: Brown
Absolute Holy Grail!!!!
I'm gonna be honest, I guess I'm a little pretentious and never bought Cover Girl products (since i was teenager) because i thought they were cheap,, welll. I was wrong!
I hate foundations, and I'm tired of the matted powder look,,, so i wanted to try a tinted moisturizer, but i didnt want to spend alot of money on it, so I fuigured if i like Cover Girls, but the color is off or the consistency is crappy I'll get an expensive brand.. THIS STUFF IS AWSOME! I fell in love iwth it the moment i tried it, its completely sheer, but evens the skin out great. PLUS it moisturizes AND has SPF 15 and it doesnt look like you're wearing makeup!!!!! its awsome! i dont leave home without it,,, even on my "non makeup days"
The packaging is also great, its a tube so you just squeeze out what you need,, no mess no contamination!
and cheap too!!
love it!
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cheesysmookums on 3/6/2005 12:09:00 PM more reviews by cheesysmookums
Age: 18 & Under Skin: Combination Hair: Black Eyes: Brown
I was really eager to try this out because I wanted something sheer to make my skin look more even and have SPF in it. I bought it yesterday in Medium to Deep at a price I wasn't too pleased with because it was a small tube. I tried it on when I got home and guess what ... it basically turned my face ORANGE! I'm not sure if it was too dark for me, or if I had put on too much, I don't know .. but BLEH! I can't really tell if it actually evened out my skintone though. I might try the Light to Medium though to give it another shot. Also, the product kept oozing out .. so the packaging itself wasn't what I'd call spectacular.
[EDIT]I couldn't return it so I tried it again. I actually KINDA like it now. The reason why my face turned orange last time was probably because I put on too much. I actually get a bit of a glow now ... gonna use it over the summer! It STILL goops out though.[/EDIT]
[EDIT]Ok, so I'm starting to like this stuff more ... I think the color's still too dark for me though. I'm gonna try the Light/Medium next. If that's too light, then I'll just mix the two. The only complaint I have about it is that it's kind of hard to blend.[/EDIT]
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rdarc on 3/3/2005 8:32:00 PM more reviews by rdarc
Age: 36-43 Skin: Normal Hair: Blond Eyes: Green
A completely adequate TM. A great value for the price.
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WickedWahini on 2/13/2005 7:40:00 PM more reviews by WickedWahini
Age: 30-35 Skin: Other Hair: Other Eyes: Other
This is the perfect tinted moisturizer! It gives just enough coverage, moisture, and SPF, and doesn't cost an arm an a leg. There is no fragrance and it comes in 4 shades that flatter all skin tones, whether warm or cool.
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devil_in_a_red_dress on 2/11/2005 12:21:00 PM more reviews by devil_in_a_red_dress
Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination Hair: Brunette Eyes: Blue
I have been looking to try this product for months, but every drugstore I went to didn't have it. I finally found it at WalMart last week, on the very bottom shelf. I got the last one, so I hope they plan on restocking soon or I don't know where I am going to find it.
I have it in fair to light, which is perfect for my fair skin in the winter. I hate wearing face makeup, but I have some scarring on my cheeks that I need to cover. I have been trying to just use concealer, but that doesn't really do the trick alone. This stuff goes on very sheer, which I like. I hate feeling like I'm wearing face paint, which is how I feel with foundation. It is nice and smooth feeling, and non greasy. It doesn't cover 'everything', but it does provide a nice base. I found that if I smooth some of this on my cheeks, then put concealer over it, the scars are pretty well covered. It also works pretty well at covering my undereye circles. It seems to give my skin a nice glow. I have fussy, acne prone skin, and so far it hasn't made me break out, but it has only been a week or so. I will update later.
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Katty on 2/5/2005 7:44:00 PM more reviews by Katty
Age: 25-29 Skin: Combination Hair: Blond Eyes: Blue
I purchased this in Fair to Light and it matches perfectly to my skin tone. However, I do wish it gave a tiny bit more coverage. Oh well - I just mix it with a foundation that is too dark for me (I bought Rimmel's Hydrasense in Sand for this purpose). I have oily skin and this does not add the oiliness, in fact, it adds a bit of dewyness. The price is right ($8.14 at my local Canadian Wal-Mart) and it works - sounds like a HG!
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What are the rationale of yours and others that standing up to China is a form of democracy?
You and the same saying are stereotype of megalomania; Do you understand that the hydro-dam was signed after years of consultation and eco-study and consensus; Respecting the mutually agreed to signed agreement/treaty are laws and order and part of spirit of democracy; Did China forced Myanmar govt signed the agreement at gun point? Did China ever treat Myanmar their client state? Definitely no, they are on equal footing except China has the money and adept technology in building up the hydro-dam!
The Myanmar president with his stroke of pen rescinded the Chinese investment and such is a quixotic that wedge into the cordial relationship between the two countries; Myanmar will soon learn the US and the West conspired cock-a-hoop.
The US and West also promised to aid USSR's Gorbachev if he disintegrated Soviet Union but was blatantly conned him that the promised aids were not forthcoming to him and so he was toppled and threw into the dustbin of history and the consequence, USSR gone forever!!!


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BOSTON -- As excited as the Red Sox were to land lefty Trey Ball at No. 7 overall, they didn't sound any less excited about righty Teddy Stankiewicz being available to them at No. 45. That's the pick they declined to give up for a qualifying-offer free agent last winter.
"He's a big, physical pitcher," Red Sox amateur scouting director Amiel Sawdaye said. "Probably for me, he's got one of the best deliveries in the draft. His arm works really well. He throws three pitches, and he really commands his fastball.
Sawdaye compared the 19-year-old Stankiewicz favorably to 20- and 21-year-olds pitching in major college conferences like the SEC -- meaning he could have a chance to pitch at Single-A Greenville by the end of the summer and in High-A Salem next season, just like the pitchers the Red Sox have drafted out of those major college conferences.
"He attacks the strike zone," Sawdaye said. "His changeup has really improved from last year to this year. We've kind of seen a little bit of the improvements from year to year. His fastball was up to 96 this year and really consistently sitting in the low 90s. He's a guy we really felt comfortable with, we trusted. He had really good mound demeanor, and (he's) a guy that was going to go out and throw a lot of strikes and compete at the lower levels right away."
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While many simply eat out or gorge on take-outs during lunch breaks, a photographer based in Oxford, England typically spends this time off to take portraits out in the streets. -
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More than just a tourist spot and a bustling metropolis, Bangkok, Thailand's capital and most populated city, is also one of Asia's historical and cultural centers. Luckily for us, we can take a look at the daily grind in Bangkok from the time when it was still a city in the making through some street snaps from 100 years ago! -
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Photos of busy street scenes and cityscapes are a staple to many of us lomographers, but I wonder, how many of us can paint them? An Italian artist has been creating some marvelous paintings of street scenes, so skillfully done that they seem to come straight out of a photograph. Take a look at some of them after the jump! -
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Saturday Morning on an Empty Lisbon
I can't tell who is the crazier: me, an eight-month super pregnant lomo mom or my dear friend Carisia who walked with me, but the truth is that on one of these July Saturdays we got up at 7am and went downtown Lisbon for a LomoWalk. -
Walking Around in Bandung
Bandung is my hometown and the city where I was born. I grew up and got to know Lomography in this city through my best friends. I have so many memories of Bandung, from the bad times through good. Since 2007, I've been documenting the city, so let me show you my personal perspective of the Bandung I've known through the years! -
Get a Nice Girl and a Kid So You Get to Know Your City Better
I dig deep in the city each time I go for a walk with my 4-month-old son. So if you want to get to know Berlin better - mainly the "Barrios", Kreuzberg and Neukölln - read on after the jump and have a look at the gallery at the bottom. -
Coloured Walls From Sampa
São Paulo aka Sampa has one of the world's most famous creative, underground, and alternative flavours. Coloured façades, graffiti, and diverse ways of street art are all around. Please, be my guest and lose yourself inside this real-life cartoon full of colours. -
Valletta through the Eye of a Lomo LC-A
Valletta is the capital city of Malta. A city rich with art, culture, and history. A place full of life, a great touristic place. Here I present to you some images of this wonderful city taken with the inimitable "eye" of my Lomo LC-A. -
Presenting the Winners of the Splendid Streets of Singapore Rumble!
You guys sure captured all the fantastic splendour of the streets of Singapore! Our very special guest judge, street photographer Danny Santos II has picked the winners, are you ready for this?! -
Paint the City Green
Ever wished you were surrounded by beautiful countryside that you could lose yourself in and take photos of every day? I have discovered a way of painting the city green. -
Resorts World Sentosa in Black and White
Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) is one of the two integrated resorts (IR) in Singapore. Besides the casino, there are plenty of things to see and explore in RWS. Read on after the jump to find out more. -
Viva VivoCity in Black & White
VivoCity is one of the largest shopping malls in Singapore. It is located in the Harbourfront area, directly across the sea from another famous tourist attraction, Sentosa Island. Let's have a look at VivoCity in black & white after the jump! -
Going Exploring at Bangkok!
It was my first trip to this city on April. I should say it is a really new culture for me. This city I am talking about now is Bangkok, Thailand. Bangkok is the capital city and the largest urban area in Thailand. It is known in Thai as Krung Thep Maha Nakhon meaning "city of angels". Bangkok is the political, social, and economic center of Thailand, and one of the leading cities in Southeast Asia. -
The Splendid Streets of Singapore Rumble ended over 2 years ago
To celebrate the launch of our new La Sardina Splendour, we are laying down a challenge for all Singapore Lomographers. Capture the splendour of the streets of Singapore and join this rumble, with our very special guest judge - street photographer Danny Santos II! -
★ Vintage Street Scenes from Around the World
Through the decades, generations of photographers across the globe have been taking their cameras to the streets, making street photography one of the most prevalent themes today. With this in mind, Lomography has come up with the retro-styled La Sardina Splendour perfect for street snapping! Let's get inspired with some interesting street scenes around the world, as snapped by LIFE photographers of yesteryears! -
The Colorful Alleys of Namdaemun Market in Seoul
This is the largest traditional market in the city. It is located near the South Gate of the city, also called Namdaemun. There are hundreds of shops and stalls that fill the streets and alleys with thousand of colors.


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Early Pregnancy Symptoms - Enhanced Sense of Smell
An enhanced sense of smell is one of the very early signs of pregnancy that troubles many newly pregnant women. Lots of mothers-to-be become extremely sensitive to everyday smells and it is not uncommon for foodstuffs, such as tea, coffee and toast to trigger waves of nausea. Perfumes are another culprit!
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Well, I've been snooping on this forum for about a year – never contributing because I was afraid to subscribe ... or something like that. I check to see if anything is new frequently and am always disappointed when there isn't – so I'll try to "help myself" by adding some topics.
I re-entered the single life about 5 years ago and have been loving it! I have enjoyed making choices (both bad & good) that don't directly affect anyone and not having to be too awfully accountable. I spend way too much time with home improvement projects and my dogs. I thought I was a confirmed single gal, but met a nice guy about 6 months ago. We have some Significant differences (age, education, finances, you name it), so I can't begin to predict where this relationship is headed. Regardless, I still consider myself single (even though a couple of my single single girlfriends don't)???? I'm looking forward to being part of this forum! |
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add my welcome to the many you will receive here! Tell us about your dogs and Florida life in general. Do you garden? Also want to hear about the home improvements. and, of course, when you know us better, a little more information about the SO ;-) jc |
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Thanks for the warm welcome. I should have put some info on My Page the other evening, but it was already too late when I decided to subscribe …I'm not particularly computer literate. Yes, I love to garden! Unfortunately, I've been so busy with the interior of my home that I haven't yet gotten to the exterior. I designed a landscape plan over two years ago and still have yet to start. Maybe this year???? My home projects are all over the place. I have an older home that was probably in "move-in condition", but I'm a busy-body. I refinished the wood floors, installed new countertops & "rejuvenated" cabinets, replaced windows, installed lots of lighting, reupholstered a sectional, painted (& repainted) too many times, added 2 decks, and changed decorating styles about a million times, etc. My focus right now is completing my home office. I'm starting with the fun part, decorating, and then will tackle the filing. I have two whippets that I dote on constantly. I feel a huge responsibility to them and worry too much. Most of my matters are put through the "Fur-Kid Filter" before I make a final decision. Oh, I grew up on the east coast of central FL. I'm in the same county that I moved to when I was 4! I can't imagine being away from the ocean. I'm a mechanical engineer by trade, but a starving artist at heart. In fact, that's my "queue" … if I'm out with my friends and they hear me respond to a guy, who asks what I do for a living, "Oh, I'm an artist - I paint the names on boats down at the marina," they know I want HELP. I might miss out, but I hadn't been interested in getting to know anyone for years. I've been truly content with my single life for years. So, guess you want some info on Mr. Wonderful. We'd known each other for over a year, but with no romantic ideas. After an innocent party and too much Absolut (really - watch that stuff guys) we ended up talking till the next morning. I have no idea what was said, but he's been around ever since! This is the boyfriend Everyone Else had in high school – the one that brings you stuffies when you're sick, flowers when your sad (or happy), remembers your first date, etc. A true sweetie – and a hottie! Though our "outside" differences are considerable, our personalities and basic values are very similar. My gut warns me that it won't materialize, but I still hope it will … |
- Posted by jessiecarole (My Page) on Wed, Apr 14, 04 at 13:39
~laughing~ "won't materialize"???? sounds like its already materializing to me. Enjoy! |
IMHO, there is a big difference in "is materializing" and the actual event happening - LOL - most fellas I have known are content to leave it in the 'materializing' stage indefinently! It's up to we gals to say 'time to stop 'materializing' and let's 'materialize' into a couple. That's when many get up and flee for their lives (read wallets). I speak from experience!!! |
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Yes, the buff is applied to the spell at the beginning of the cast time."
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American Standard Version (ASV) | New International Version (NIV) |
7 If ye had known me, ye would have known my Father also: from henceforth ye know him, and have seen him. | 7 If you really knew me, you would know my Father as well. From now on, you do know him and have seen him." |
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