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Weclome to "World Book Night"
April 23rd, 2012
It's tonight! Monday April 23rd, is World Book Night, "an annual celebration designed to spread a love of reading and books," in which more than 25,000 volunteers will be handing out free print books (according to USA Today). It's "like intellectual Halloween," novelist Anna Quindlen joked to the newspaper, "only better!"
I'm excited partly because we're seeing the birth of a brand new tradition. The event was started just last year by the managing director of a publishing house in Scotland, according to MSNBC, so this is the first year it's also being held in the U.S. "One of the things I love is how this isn't just happening in New York and California," noted the event's U.S. executive director. "The whole country is involved!" And I love how MSNBC's article painted a picture of the event — as a series of smaller personal events being held around the country.
Stores from Oswego, N.Y., to Hilo, Hawaii, will be helping out, but World Book Night will reach well beyond traditional channels, into military bases, prisons, ballparks and ferries. A church in Denver will give copies of Ann Patchett's "Bel Canto" to a nearby magnet school for refugees and immigrants. Vernon Legakis, a surfer in Santa Cruz, Calif., will seal copies of Patti Smith's "Just Kids" inside Ziplocs and hand them out at Monterey Bay. Attendees of a "Hunger Games" screening at Windsor Theatre in Hampton, Iowa, will receive editions of Collins' million-selling novel….
True to their mission, the volunteers will be handing out some great and engaging reads, as a way to encourage a love of reading. They'll be distributing everything from Stephen King's The Stand to Maya Angelou's I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. There's heartwarming popular titles like Because of Winn Dixie, and Dave Eggers' gritty non-fiction novel about New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina, Zeitoun. Besides The Hunger Games, they'll also be distributing Orson Scott Card's classic science fiction novel, Ender's Game. All the authors have agreed to waive their royalties for the books,
Here's a complete list of the 30 different books being distributed for "World Book Night"
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian
I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings
Friday Night Lights
Ender's Game
Little Bee
The Hunger Games
Blood Work
The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao
Because of Winn Dixie
Peace Like a River
A Reliable Wife
Q is for Quarry
A Prayer for Owen Meany
The Kite Runner
The Stand
The Poisonwood Bible
The History of Love
The Namesake
The Things They Carried
Bel Canto
My Sister's Keeper
The Lovely Bones
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
Just Kids
The Glass Castle
The Book Thief
It's a cheerful event, but I wondered if it was started partly as a reaction to the popularity of the Kindle. The books will be distributed in special paperback editions created just for the event, with the costs being covered by publishers, printers, and paper companies, according to another article USA Today. The event's official page notes it will promote not just the value of reading, but also "of printed books, and of bookstores and libraries to everyone year-round." Riffing on that theme, a cheeky editor at the New York Daily News headlined their story: "It's World Book Night, but Amazon isn't invited to the party."
They note that the event "is being sponsored by Books-A-Million and Barnes & Noble, the last two remaining bricks-in-mortar giants" — and, that Amazon was not also asked to participate. They cite a quote from the event's founder that "the philosophy behind World Book Night has been about physical books in physical places, handed out person to person." But that may change next year – at least, if Amazon has its way.
A spokeswoman for Amazon told the newspaper, "We look forward to talking to the organizers of World Book Night about future opportunities…!"
Will Tablet Computers Doom the Bookstore?
March 27th, 2012
An alternative newsweekly near Silicon Valley just devoted a special edition to "The Trouble with Tablets." They noted it's been just two years since the iPad first appeared in the world, and yet nearly a fifth of all Americans now report that they own a tablet. Amazon's making tablets even more popular with their new color "Kindle Fire" tablets — and the newsweekly also wondered if this meant still more competition for local bookstores. Their reporter even interviewed the owner of Berkeley's Pegasus bookstores, who said "What a quaint threat chain stores turned out to be!"
I thought the article offered a fresh look at the "gloom and doom" predictions for the future of printed books — and the people who sell them. For example, the article applauded a new program from Google which allows tablet owners to buy an e-book through the web site of their local bookstore. Unfortunately, there's not a version of that program for Kindle owners, but even then, judging from the article, most local bookstore owners find that they're not able to sell many e-books to their customers anyways. "As soon as you figure out a way to let customers know we sell e-books, you let me know," says the owner of Pegasus.
But there was an interesting idea in the article: maybe bookstores could sell a print book that also included a copy of its e-book edition, as a "bundle". Bookstore customers "might be drawn to the idea of being able to have a hardcover to read in the bathtub or pass onto their children along with having a discounted, lightweight e-book…" Plus, it would finally give bookstores a sure-fire way to sell e-books.
But I thought this was the most telling story of all: one Berkeley book-seller found an innovative way to survive…by selling their printed books on Amazon. The owner of Moe's Books has discovered she can sell rare and expensive or "collectible" books through Amazons web site, reaching more customers than she ever could through an exclusively local bookstore.
In fact, 20% of the store's sales are now happening online!


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Hi Everyone -
I'm reading these posts with great interest (and am learning a lot!) as I plan to embark on my largest, and hopefully last, major home overhaul. I recently bought an old home, early 1920's (although no one can really confirm) - a neglected American Four Square in an historic town. All plaster/lathe has been covered by '70's paneling - the plaster is crumbling. No insulation, 100amp knob & tube wiring and one small bath on the 2nd floor. When I finish school next year, I plan to gut the entire house, reconfigure slightly, upgrade electric, install plumbing for another bath, etc. My plan was to remove the plaster/lathe, then insulate & drywall, however in reading up on plaster I'm starting to change my mind! Plus I prefer to keep things as original as possible. Perhaps I will remove the paneling (good riddance!) then reassess the plaster damage. I'll read-up on plastering - maybe I'll wet the lathe and just plaster again - foam insulation behind the walls also. I don't have a particular question right now - this is my first post - but I'm getting a head start and when the work begins I'll be asking many questions, I'm sure. Kat |
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Welcome to the community, Kat! Doing lots of reading is the first step for sure, so you are on the right track. Time spent in planning and thinking things through is crucial and your preferance to keep things as original as possible is admirable. It is going to take lots of patience, money, hard work, and probably lots of time (unless you have lots of money! LOL). Good luck and keep us posted as you go along! -Kim |
- Posted by blackcats13 (My Page) on Sat, Oct 3, 09 at 0:05
Hi Kat! Sounds like you've been through some of this before? This is my first house (and an old one at that, silly me!) and I've gotten GREAT advice and encouragement here. Personally, I LOVE plaster walls. Enjoy! |
Drywall is evil. It has no soul whatsoever. We have absolutely none of it in our house and use pine T & G instead of drywall in any areas of the house that have double wall construction. |
- Posted by powermuffin (My Page) on Wed, Oct 7, 09 at 12:58
Kat, I had to smile when I read your post. I started out thinking about how many changes we were going to make to our old house too. Then, I got educated about what it means to own an old home, how beautifully appropriate the original materials are, and how souless old houses become when they are gutted and reconfigured. Please don't do anything to your house until you have spent many months learning about your home. The plaster can be repaired, it is easy to add insulation to an attic, which is all most houses really need, and you may find that the current layout of your house is fitting. We patched large sections of our walls and ceilings after pulling off the ugly 1970's panelling and many layers of wallpaper. It was a bit time consuming, but was actually pretty easy. We have no insulation except for the attic and are very comfortable in the worst Colorado winters. I wanted to rip off the enclosed front porch as our very first project. Now I love it. We have stripped, sanded and reglazed our windows and found that to be pretty easy too. You never know how you are going live in the house until you spend a year or so in it. I hope that you find that the changes you want to make are minimal, keeping the character, details and charm of your home. |
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Most of the snow has stopped falling from the clouds but now people in New England will need to be concerned about blowing and drifting snow hindering clean up.
A blizzard slammed the northeastern U.S. on Monday and Tuesday, Jan. 26 and 27, dumping nearly 3 feet of snow, and this footage captures the snowfall in the course of 24 hours.
Two feet of snow fell in areas of New Hampshire and residents headed to Market Square for a battle.
Two feet of snow clogged a Boston street, turning it into an ideal sledding hill.
Evan Myers has details on the next chance of snow in the East.
Many travelers have been stranded at airports unable to return home to the Northeast after the blizzard.
Coastal flooding and heavy snow made for dangerous conditions through late Tuesday night, but some still found a way to enjoy all of the snow.
Shot on Monday, Jan. 19, the chickens at Ardelia Farm in Irasburg trudge through the heavy snow, or, as Thomas McCurdy wrote on his Facebook post, "Slow commute this morning but one lane southbound is clear."
Glendale, Arizona, will enjoy mostly sunny skies and comfortable temperatures as the Patriots take on the Seahawks.
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Vitacreme B12 Anti-aging serum and Regenerative Cream
July 19, 2010 | 13 comments so far - join the discussion!
For a month, or maybe a little longer now, I've been trying to use these Vitacreme B12 products consistently to do a review for you guys. I actually even recorded a review video three times! But somehow, there were always problems with the video, or I just simply wasn't happy with it.
Anyhow, I'm finally doing the review today, as a blog post, because I figured that maybe Youtube just doesn't like Vitacreme B12. haha!
Okay, for those who don't know what these products do, they are basically a multi-functional cream, much like Nivea, but whats so special about it, is that it is currently the only cream on the market, that contains Vitamin B12. Both are made from Switzerland.
Vitacreme B12 Anti-aging serum and Regenerative Cream
First of all, I want to clear that I love the both of the products. They are definitely great for any age or skin type.
It was first recognised because Japanese actress Norika Fujiwara had raved about it and said it was the reason behind her beautiful skin. At 40, she still looks so young and her skin is definitely glowing.
"About VITACREME B12
VITACREME B12 is the first cosmetic cream containing Vitamin B12. CHECK your cosmetic creams. You will not find another cosmetic cream
containing Vitamin B12 or cyanocobalamin. With its deep penetration capability,it helps regenerate, nourish and moisturize your skins tissues. Although VITACREME B12 is recommended as a night cream, it may be applied as an essence, a day cream or a make-up base.
VITACREME B12 is manufactured by the cutting edge cosmetic technology of a Swiss laboratory in Lausanne. The result of more than 15 years of pharmacological and clinical tests, benefiting from references from well known neutral experts on the European plan.VITACREME B12 is tested and under permanent control of the Swiss Vitamin Institute.
Reseach & development have been concentrated on the formula for a cosmetic cream containing Vitamin B12 to meet our endless desire to preserve healthy and younger looking skin. In 1998, after 25 years of continuous study and effort, the research team was able to successfully and economically combined Vitamin B12 with naturally derived ingredients in a safe and stable formula without destroying its extraordinary properties."
The first one I'm going to review is the Anti-aging serum.
The texture of this serum is very watery. It smells abit like "Old Lady", but isn't very strong. I like to use this serum in the day time just before I apply my make up. It serves as a fantastic make up base and seems to even out my skin tone as well. The watery texture helps to moisturise my skin. This product is fantastic because it actually sinks into my skin immediately, and I'm not even exaggerating.
I usually hate waiting for facial creams to sink into my skin, especially in the mornings cause I'm always in a rush. I like to apply this serum on my forehead and smile lines as it states that it is made for "Anti-Ageing".
I can't comment much on how the "Anti-Ageing" aspect of the serum works, as I only had a sample size tube and with any face product, it normally takes at least 8 weeks to see a difference on your skin. However, I did really enjoy using this product as a make up base. I mentioned that I didn't like the smell, but the smell doesn't overpower the fragrance in your make up.
The highly recommended Vitacreme B12 Regenerative Cream
They have been so many raves about this product that I was almost not going to believe the hype… but I must say, it really does live up to it. Its a fantastic day and night cream. I like it because it's so light yet so thick.
Now this cream claims to:
- Fix skin fatigue, drying, aging, dull
- Enhance skin elasticity and firming skin
- Prevention of premature fine lines and wrinkles appear
- Dodge and smooth wrinkles
- Pores
- To improve dry, deeply moisturizes
- Dilution and repair old and new scars, acne prints, signs of insect bites
- Calm skin after sun damage, burst, swelling, and peeling and other issues
- Can be used for children miliaria (prickly heat), or diaper rash
- Men use of effective relief after shaving irritation
And as you can see, it really is quite a lot to claim for a tube of cream. And although its a fabulous product, I think I can only say I only see half of the claims, which is still reasonable though, as I was only using it for a little over a month, and I only have the sample sizes.
I think it was a bit of a plus for me as well, because I am testing it in the Winter of Sydney, and it did get really dry. As a side note, I do have combination skin – more on the dry side, especially in Winter. Using this cream, I felt that it was extremely moisturising. Like the Anti-Ageing Serum, the cream sank into my skin almost immediately after applying. However, I do prefer to use this cream in the night, and the serum in the day.
I actually noticed a huge improvement in my pores as well. Prior to using this cream, I had extremely large pores, and I have noticed a huge improvement, but that could also be because I've paired this cream up with my Bliv Cellnique skincare products.
The texture of this cream is very thick as I pointed out earlier. It comes out as a milky pink colour and really seems to make my face a glow after applying (the "fix dull" skin claim is definitely true!)
I can see how most of the points can work, but I won't be able to "state" them at this point.
I definitely did not notice a huge difference to "wrinkle reduction" though, but that could also be because it takes quite some time for those differences to appear. I would not recommend to only use this cream in the winter, especially if you have extremely dry skin.
I think the downfall to this regenerative cream is that because it sinks into the skin so quickly, I found that I had to continuously reapply to get continue feeling moisturised. I loved the effect for about an hour, but then my skin would feel dry again after a short period of time.
The packaging of this product is actually, like the sample, a tube. I think it would be very handy because it is about 50ml and the size of a toothpaste. The tube is also very much like a toothpaste, in the sense that you can actually squeeze the product out. I think the packaging of the Vitacreme B12 is definitely a selling point.
As much as I loved this product, I think the only reason I wouldn't purchase it is because of its price and the fact that it isn't easily accessible. However, Akisa from AkisaShop.com has actually started to stock these creams. They are selling for AU$45 for a tube.
I know its a hefty price, for a cream that serves for so many purposes, I really think its a fantastic product. I've even heard from many other reviews that this cream has helped them get rid of their old stubborn acne scars.
Although these samples were given to me by Akisa, I am in no way being dishonest in this review. I do not receive commission, nor did I receive any money from her to do this review. You can also check out the reviews on MUA.
I hope you guys enjoyed this review, and I'll be back real soon for more posts! If you guys have tried this cream, 0r serum, I'd love to hear what you have to say as well!
Love ya all, as always.
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Wow! My pores are quite big at the moment, and I want to minimize them as much as I can. Wow! I think I might try this out. Thank you! >__<!
Thanks for the review J~
Hey hun, do you think these cream would be suitable for oily skin? Thank you x
I used this cream too! I looooved it so much, need to get another tube!
Personally I bought it from rakuten store through a shopping service, it was still cheaper than 40$. Here are my reviews:
impressions after using it for a while http://cosme411.blogspot.com/2010/04/marchapril-favorites-d-ulubione-rzeczy.html
and initial review http://cosme411.blogspot.com/2010/03/new-vitacreme-b12.htmlI really want to get anohter tube :D
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omg i've heard so much about this cream, i want to try it! i wish i knew where it was sold here in the us, i guess ill have to do some research…thanks for sharing with us! :)
i love this cream but u can find it at imomoko.com for 35$ instead of 45$ !
oh i'd much rather have samples of the vitacreme b12 mostly b/c it runs out after 6mo.. and on the directions it says for younger skin, to use it for 3 months then stop for 3 months. then i was like, what the heck.. so.. basically.. don't use it at all?! or i guess get some and share it, haha.
These Vitacreme products are a God Send for people who are having difficulty controling Atopic Dermatitis.
I have been suffering for many years (15 +/-) with a form of derminitis on my face that no doctor could correct! I have spent thousands of dollars and visited many of the best dermatoligest in my area with absolutely no relief from my condition.
I was given two biopsies from my face and left with two small scars when I had none only to be told by those Doctors that my condition was dermatitis..
For those that don't know, that's a generic term use for Any skin reaction that they have no idea what it is.
I had been given so many different types of lotions, treatments, dangerous antibiotics, etc with no avile!
With my total frustration and continous embarrassing condition- my facial skin would go through regular cycles of blustering, oozing and with red circular inflamated spots- I decided to do my own research. After hundreds of promising articles and product hypes I found a medical article explaining the benefits of topical creams with active vitamin B12 as the main ingredient.
It proclaimed (with medical research conducted)that the B12 was highly beneficial to many forms if atypical dermatitis.
I found a company on the Internet that sold a product that had the B12 vitamin as it's main active ingredient. That was VITACREME from a Switzerland company.
I purchased it with the same hope I had with so many other products I used before.
I was extremely excited that within a few day my condition improved. I have been using this product for over a month now and my skin look incredible!!!!
All the problems have been stopped in their tracks and my face look the best it has in more then 15 years! I have gotten so many compliments and I feel so secure that I no longer have to deal with that horrible condition I lived with for many years!
Please pass the word around…ITS A GREAT PRODUCT!
This is my personal experience with no infulence of anyone nor any company. Please pass the word around!
By the way, I'm a 45 year old man. My skin looks better then most guys younger then me.-
I am so glad to hear your Success story I too have terrible troubles
With eczema and dermatitis and this time around anything I try makes it worse!
Just yesterday a beautician suggested I try a bit B serubom by asap and overnight I have some relief
So am searching today for bit b serums as the one I bought was 99.00 and I would like to try it on other body areas not just my face so I will try ordering from your suggested site
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I live in Vegas where it's very dry. Love it. Every nighy before bed I would apply it to my face. After a week I noticed a difference on my face.
I have been wearing sandals and flip flips, my heels were getting dry and cracked. I tried it on the heals of my feet-instantly they felt crack and dry free. I couldn't believe it!!


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Christmas is a Government holiday in India. It is one of the two major Christian celebrations that are officially observed around the world. Along with Easter, it is considered a high holy day and a time of great celebration for Christians. In US & Europe, it is highly appropriate to throw a company Christmas party. The holiday's emphasis is on "goodwill to all men," and most Christians are comfortable having co-workers join the festivities, regardless of faith. It is appropriate to offer employees greeting cards or small gifts; an extra financial "bonus" is a tradition in many companies. Use discretion regarding the use of Christmas decorations in the office environment, as staff members of other faiths may be offended by an office-wide display. Christian employees may be allowed to decorate their own spaces discreetly, so long as it does not infringe on the space of those of other faiths. Christmas is a Government holiday. All government offices, schools, banks, the stock market and most businesses are closed. Many closings begin December 24, or in the late afternoon of that day. In US, the federal government and other organizations remain closed through January 2. Christmas is one of the two most important and universal religious observances (the other being Easter) for Christians. People often travel great distances to visit family for Christmas. It is not unusual for many people to take the entire week off from work between December 25 and the first of January. Christian employees expect to have at least the day of December 25 off, and most are allowed to leave work early on the afternoon to evening of December 24. People greet differently by greeting like: English (American): "Merry Christmas"; English (British): "Happy Christmas"; Spanish: "Feliz Navidad"; Portuguese: "Feliz Natal"; French: "Joyeux Noël"; German: "Fröhliche Weihnachten"; Greek: "Kala Kristougenna"; Italian: "Buon Natale"; Netherlandish: "Hartelijke Kerstroeten"; Danish: "Glaedelig Jul"; Philippino: "Maligayan Pasko"; Polish: "Wesolych Swiat"; Swedish: "Gud Yul" (or "God Jul"); Turkish: "Noeliniz Ve Yeni Yiliniz Kutlu Olsun"; Yugoslavian: "Cestitamo Bozic." In US, closings begin on the evening of December 24 and may continue through January 1; they include government offices, banks, schools and many businesses. As a popular vacation period and family time, business event scheduling should be avoided. Business sectors such as travel, entertainment, hospitality and vacation services are often busy with peak-season business at this time. When the holiday period is over, company retreats and other business events may be scheduled more comfortably, with both more availability and lower cost of accommodations. Background History: Christmas is the symbolic anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth, the prophet on whose teachings Christianity was founded. It is a highly festive occasion, marked by gift giving and acts of charity; family gatherings and communal feasts; and parties featuring traditional foods and beverages. The birth of Jesus is often recounted from the Bible or other literature. Throughout the world, "cręches" (French for "crib") depicting the birth are set up in outdoor commons or other venues. In northern cultures, the most central fixture is a "Christmas tree"?a pine, spruce or fir tree decorated with colored lights, multicolored glass balls and hanging objects representing angels, stars or animal figurines. Christmas wreaths (pine branches wound into a circle and decorated with a ribbon) are traditionally hung on the front doors of homes as a sign of welcome to visitors and to Saint Nicholas (also called Santa Claus), a mythical bearer of gifts. In southern climates, decorations include indigenous greenery accented with regional colors. On Christmas Eve (December 24) and Christmas Day, services are held in churches around the world. At this time, communities come together to give prayers of thanks for the birth of the "savior" and sing Christian hymns of spiritual aspiration.
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HELENA — Two Montana Democrats who could play a big role in the U.S. Senate's debate on gun control are not immediately closing the door on new restrictions.
But Sens. Max Baucus and Jon Tester are taking a more cautious approach than some other pro-gun members of Congress who have expressed a willingness to bend on the issue.
Baucus and Tester led a push in 2009 against early Obama administration discussions about reinstating the ban on what it considered assault-style weapons.
Tester, who last month won re-election to a second term, has considerably softened his stance since the Connecticut school shootings. But Baucus, who faces re-election in 2014 and nearly lost a 1996 race after voting for the initial Clinton-era gun control measure, is being far more cautious.
Tester said he is willing to listen to proposals dealing with assault weapons — as long as other issues such as mental health also are addressed.
"As a father and a grandfather and a former teacher, I've prayed for and grieved for the lives lost in Connecticut. As a senator, it is my tremendous responsibility to address the growing issue of violence in America's schools and public places," Tester said. "While we mourn the deaths of innocent children and their educators, we must bring ourselves together for an honest national conversation about every aspect in this terrible attack — from assault weapons to the media's coverage of these events to how we address mental illness."
That is a notable change from a few years ago, when Tester joined Baucus in writing Attorney General Eric Holder and telling the agency "to enforce existing laws before it considers imposing any new restrictions on gun ownership."
Baucus' statement sticks closer to that original message, but softens a bit by not closing the door on a conversation dealing with assault weapons. Baucus also said the focus needs to include other issues.
"This and other recent tragedies have raised serious questions about the culture of violence in our society — questions that deserve careful reflection on everything from access to mental health care to the video games our children play," Baucus said. "As I reflect, I am listening carefully to my bosses in Montana, and it is clear that any national discussion must also take into account the values Montanans expect me to protect."
Baucus' office made it apparent that the senior Democrat supports gun rights and wants to make sure he can hear more on the developing thoughts of Montana constituents before reaching any conclusions.
Montana Republicans also are taking a careful approach in their response to the issue following the most recent mass shooting.
Attorney General-elect Tim Fox on Tuesday declined to directly say whether he thinks a new conversation on gun control is needed. Instead, Fox simply said he will do what he can "to promote the safety of Montana's schools."
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Rather than make the other thread longer (see link below if you'd like to revisit it), I figured it best to post a new one with the updated list of folks' names.
Please let me know if you'd like to be added, you'd like to fill in a blank or if a correction needs to be made. Thanks! Forumees: amanzed = Dean
Here is a link that might be useful: Howard's
Follow-Up Postings:
- Posted by bikerdoc5968 6 SE MI (My Page) on Thu, Apr 19, 12 at 18:35
Thanks once again Rosemarie for all your hard work of tabulation all of these names.... Just GREAT!!!!!!! |
- Posted by xerophyte_nyc 7 (My Page) on Thu, Apr 19, 12 at 21:48
Mark |
Guess Rosemarie Ids more then just plants. : ) Glenn |
- Posted by cactusmcharris 4 / Interior BC (My Page) on Thu, Apr 19, 12 at 23:31
Glenn, She's a good person is our Rosemarie. And she got x to reveal himself - that's semi-huge. Who now is our #1 Most Wanted? |
- Posted by plantomaniac08 8a (My Page) on Fri, Apr 20, 12 at 0:00
Rosemarie, I'm Beth. :) Planto |
Rosemarie.... I think it was a very nice gesture to post the "real" names. Thanks-you for all the effort. Frank, NYC |
- Posted by rosemariero6 z10 /ss24 So. Calif. (My Page) on Fri, Apr 20, 12 at 13:56
You're welcome, Doc! Happy to do! Thanks, Mark! X Marks the spot! Yep, IDing is my game, Glenn. Jeff...shhhhh! Most Wanted: all the ??? marks. Thank you, Beth! And how d'do? Happy to provide a list to make it easier, Frank. You're welcome! I know some folks want to remain anonymous...and that's fine. Our "handles" make us unique from one another on the forum. I happen to like it a bit more personal ~and knowing folks real names does that for me. I know there are many folks who pop in & then are gone, but for the ones who hang around here more often, this might be useful. |
- Posted by Ariocarpus78 none (My Page) on Fri, Apr 20, 12 at 15:21
Rosemarie: I'm Jason, I don't usually post, but I do look at this stuff. |
- Posted by rosemariero6 z10 /ss24 So. Calif. (My Page) on Fri, Apr 20, 12 at 16:01
Thanks, Jason! I'll add you! I just realized I'm missing landruc, too. Thought I already did...that's what I get rushing around! |
- Posted by plantomaniac08 8a (My Page) on Fri, Apr 20, 12 at 23:21
Rosemarie, I'm doing fine! Weird weather we're having, now it's cooled off again! How d'do? Planto |
most wanted LOL |
- Posted by FlowerPotTipper none (My Page) on Sat, Apr 21, 12 at 1:54
Carmen is my real name.. |
- Posted by rosemariero6 z10 /ss24 So. Calif. (My Page) on Sat, Apr 21, 12 at 11:54
Whereabouts are you, Beth, to be having weird weather? It's rather cool here in southern Cal. today...with low clouds/fog keeping temps down. Mr. Like, you'll become one of our Most Wanted if no other name comes from U. :) Carmen, nice to meet you! No more "FPT" for you! |
- Posted by plantomaniac08 8a (My Page) on Sat, Apr 21, 12 at 14:27
Rosemarie, I live in Georgia. We were having temperatures in the 80s, but all of a sudden the night temperatures have dropped from the 60s to the 40s and during the day it's been in the 60s and 70s. At some points, it was already reaching close to 90 degrees outside so 60 something was quite a change. Planto |
Great job rosemariero6. Thanks, Larry |
Rosemarie, I love the face one too. I like what Greg said, about posting a face two. Called 'Two Face'. Stush or Stanley |
- Posted by cwcervantes 9A (My Page) on Mon, Apr 23, 12 at 11:30
I'm Cody. :) |
- Posted by rosemariero6 z10 /ss24 So. Calif. (My Page) on Wed, May 16, 12 at 13:30
Okay...back again with an updated list of forumees here for you to save/print if you like. We still have question marks for some. I see many new names on threads. Maybe some others would like to be included on this list. Just post below if you do. :D Shall we have a vote for "most wanted"? mrlike2u seems a mystery I would like solved...ha ha...but, really...I'd prefer all questions marks get answers. =) If you want to see the mugshots thread, go to the link I listed at the bottom. There is a link to the first mugshot thread of The Face Returns at the bottom of that thread. Go look-see & put some faces to the names here! amanzed = Dean |
Here is a link that might be useful: Two Faces, Face Returns Pg 2, Face Two
- Posted by bougainvillea 8 (My Page) on Wed, May 16, 12 at 13:47
Rosemarie, I'm Natalia. I rarely post but read and learn from you guys :) |
- Posted by loveplants2 8b Virginia Beach, (My Page) on Thu, May 17, 12 at 0:56
Rosemarie, I don't post that often here, but some of you have seen me on other forums, so i thought i would add my name here to your list!! Thank you so much... Laura |
Thanks, Rosemarie, for your time and effort to put this list together! It is pretty amazing to see everyone in a single place and wonderful to see so many people coming together to share a common interest. |
Jay |
Jay |
- Posted by FerocactusLatispinus 4: Central WI (My Page) on Tue, May 29, 12 at 10:52
My name's Kaegen. |
- Posted by JessieC777 Washington State 5 (My Page) on Mon, Jun 18, 12 at 1:23
Bump :-) |
- Posted by aftermidnight Z8 V. Island B.C. (My Page) on Mon, Jun 18, 12 at 1:42
Long time gardener but newbie to this forum. Annette |
- Posted by meyermike_1micha 5 (email@example.com) on Mon, Jun 18, 12 at 9:34
Rosemarie:-))))))))))))))!! Great work and thank you Mike |
- Posted by rosemariero6 z10 /ss24 So. Calif. (My Page) on Mon, Jun 18, 12 at 13:37
Happy to do...the updated list, thus far: Aftermidnight=Annette |
hi, If I posted everytime I visited the forum it would be overwhelmed! I love to lurk and learn from the other posters. Pam |
Mine is simple. Ron and born in 1943. |
mine is Marjorie-- :) |
- Posted by bama_gardener 8b (My Page) on Mon, Jun 18, 12 at 18:46
I don't post often either; mostly lurk and read the posts from all the knowledgeable contributors here. I have learned so much from all! Beverly |
- Posted by Moosetrackz 9 (My Page) on Mon, Jun 18, 12 at 18:57
I'm kind of a lurker but I'm getting very into succulents this spring! :) My name is Dani. Nice to meet you all! |
I think I will bring this thread back to the top for all the people who have newly joined, or aren't on the list.... My name is Greta. I am in bright, sunny Florida. :) (As if the name wasn't obvious!) Yet again, Rosemarie- great idea to make the list of names. It helps a bunch!! |
- Posted by bikerdoc5968 6 SE MI (My Page) on Sun, Mar 10, 13 at 9:45
Here Here.... time to learn some new names! Rosemarie, in addition to the horses, it's time to expand our ever growing list! THX Howard |
- Posted by rosemariero z11/24 So Calif (My Page) on Sun, Mar 10, 13 at 14:11
Updated list: (current forumees that want to be added, you need to speak up~it's not automatic) =) A side note: Does anyone know if I uploaded this to Google docs, if I could just give a link to it for others to access? Simple way? 100mphtortoise=? lindasewandsew = Linda |
- Posted by bikerdoc5968 6 SE MI (My Page) on Sun, Mar 10, 13 at 16:22
Rosemarie, I haven't a clue about your query but THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR ALL OF YOUR WORK COMPOSING THE LIST! |
- Posted by 100mphtortoise Iowa (My Page) on Sun, Mar 10, 13 at 20:22
Jashawa |
- Posted by 100mphtortoise Iowa (My Page) on Sun, Mar 10, 13 at 20:31
Jashawa |
- Posted by 100mphtortoise Iowa (My Page) on Sun, Mar 10, 13 at 20:40
Jashawa |
- Posted by marguerite Ireland (My Page) on Tue, Mar 12, 13 at 11:32
Mairead here. |
- Posted by rosemariero z11/24 So Calif (My Page) on Tue, Mar 12, 13 at 12:09
Thanks, Mairead! I will add you to the list. Yours is a name I've never seen before. =) How do you pronounce it? Like parade (over here in the U.S.)? Or mur-AID (mur rhymes with fur)? Or muh-raid? I understand it means "pearl". Is that right? I'll wait till a few more chime in with their names before posting an updated list. |
- Posted by bikerdoc5968 6 SE MI (My Page) on Tue, Mar 12, 13 at 13:34
- Posted by rosemariero z11/24 So Calif (My Page) on Tue, Mar 12, 13 at 16:50
- Posted by bikerdoc5968 6 SE MI (My Page) on Tue, Mar 12, 13 at 19:35
Yes, my dear.... you are just too much and thankful for that! |
My name is Saj and I am an occasional visitor here..thank you for your effort. |
My name is Saj and I am an occasional visitor here..thank you for your effort. |
- Posted by melmel1982 none (My Page) on Tue, Mar 12, 13 at 22:21
Melody Thanks for the list!! |
- Posted by rosemariero z10/24 SDiego areaC (My Page) on Tue, May 7, 13 at 13:14
Bit of an update...know there are many who just jump in & out of this forum, so if you want to be included...just speak up! Post here if you want your name added (esp. if I missed you somehow). Some names I've added (monikers) but put a question mark for your name. If you want, please let us know what it is...unless it's a secret! =) 100mphtortoise = Jashawa Adding (editing) as peeps post 'em ~RoRo |
This post was edited by rosemariero on Mon, Jul 22, 13 at 19:43
- Posted by wantonamara 8bTx (My Page) on Tue, May 7, 13 at 13:39
Does any one feel like they have been IDed just like a plant by rosemario the The "bestest" in the ID department? Maybe we should all devise a latin moniker.- signing out, Maraopuntia texensis This should keep confusion rife on the board. |
This post was edited by wantonamara on Tue, May 7, 13 at 14:29
Rosemario, I'm John. Let me help you with a little back up info on this ID, I promise it's one of a kind. Grows tall and lanky, tend's to get thick in the middle (especially during winter months). Prefers a comfortable chair with a refreshing beverage. Like's lots of food. Not too picky about food type but prefer it not be full of chemicals or composted. This specimen loves to be talked to and likes music but as it ages the louder music just seems to piss it off. This rare specimen can only be seen in W TN and has only 2 known offsets. Both of which demonstrate the originals characteristics. All 3 are tall and goofy as the day is long! |
- Posted by wantonamara 8bTx (My Page) on Tue, May 7, 13 at 14:39
LOL and SCHOON!!! the glove has been picked up with panache. Maraopuntia texensis is a not a Texas native but most think is she is, since she has been sIDed in the proximity of big buckled ranchers in a rare siting. She burns in direct afternoon summer sun so one will find her soaking her roots and pads in rivers and streams when temps hit 100. She loves a good long word to play with and miss use on a long night (her spelling is atrocious) and stories of all kinds tickle her to no end. |
This post was edited by wantonamara on Tue, May 7, 13 at 14:47
- Posted by teengardener1888 NY Albany 5a (My Page) on Tue, May 7, 13 at 14:40
Hi, Im Rhamel |
- Posted by rosemariero z11/24 So Calif (My Page) on Tue, May 7, 13 at 15:28
Hi- I'm brand new to this forum and am happy to discover how clever and funny many of you can be. Will continue to follow it for that as well as learning about succulents which I have suddenly become interested in. Thanks to Lowes! One of the things I have always wished would change on Garden Web in general is the I.D. of people by their zone number. I often want to know pretty much where they actually are - just the mention of a state or area doesn't do it for me. Anyone else feel that way? |
- Posted by rosemariero z10/24 So Calif (My Page) on Mon, May 13, 13 at 19:48
Welcome, Min!! I totally understand what you mean by the zone numbers! (: |
Welcome, Min!! I totally understand what you mean by the zone numbers! In my case.... I'm in zone 9b, just north of Sarasota, Florida. Literally five minutes away. :) |
- Posted by asleep_in_the_garden (My Page) on Tue, May 14, 13 at 1:14
You guys could set a date and shop plant shops together! :) |
- Posted by tsugajunkie z5 SE WI (My Page) on Tue, May 14, 13 at 22:38
I find myself posting a bit more here lately, though I have but a handful of C&S. What makes that? Some sort of slippery slope I surmise. Tom |
How come I can never be in the circle of trust? Lol gary |
- Posted by rosemariero z11/24 So Calif (My Page) on Wed, May 15, 13 at 11:37
Notice: I am adding/changing names in the last list I posted (above) as people post here (rather than keep posting new lists-as we can now edit our posts). So, if you're copying to keep an updated list for reference, copy the one above please. =) AITG, to whom are you referring that should go shopping together (just curious!)? Tom, slippery slope indeed! I predict you will be posting pix of your "collection" before you know it! Gary, Huh?! :P What "circle of trust" do you mean? How does one get in it? Why do you think you're not? :P (Maybe I haven't had enough coffee this morn?) Any more folks want to be included in the list? |
- Posted by asleep_in_the_garden (My Page) on Wed, May 15, 13 at 12:24
LOL I got cunfuzzled. .....That happens sometimes! :) |
I'll jump in, I am more of a lazy lurker here than a good and useful contributor. You folks do a great job of making educational posts entertaining, thanks for being here. Thanks also for the helpful list, rosemariero. Sheri |
Thanks so much for the nice welcomes! -will be lurking until I can do some learning from you. I finally re-potted the little succulents from Lowes. I followed a soil recipe I found here but my brain was not in gear when I didn't soak the cat litter first. I am sure you can all imagine what I found when checking the pots half an hour later. I told you I was brand new at this! lol Min |
Just occurred to me that maybe the cat litter should be included by it's wet measurement, not it's dry measurement??? Min |
- Posted by rosemariero z11/24 So Calif (My Page) on Fri, May 24, 13 at 15:17
Updated! Anyone else want to add? =) |
- Posted by GermanStar (My Page) on Fri, May 24, 13 at 16:01
Erm, I don't recall jumping in here, and yet..... |
- Posted by rosemariero z11/24 So Calif (My Page) on Fri, May 24, 13 at 16:07
Would you prefer I remove, GS? A little bird told me (from another forum). |
used to be around GW more but I don't want to be left out. hmm...my name is Laura |
Hi everyone I'm Dragon66 - Ron |
I sign every post with my name anyway, but for the record ... Lee |
Welcome, Laura, Ron, and Lee! |
- Posted by rosemariero z10/24 SDiego areaCA (My Page) on Mon, Jul 22, 13 at 19:47
See there are some new folks on the block. =) Do you want to add your name? Look at the last list in this thread (the one I've been updating). Happy Trails! |
- Posted by dorianscale3 none (My Page) on Mon, Jul 22, 13 at 22:30
I never introduced myself, so...Hi all, I'm Nick. |
I didn't introduce myself either; I'm Kat. |
rosemariero what would we do with out you. Thanks for all the work. Stush = Stanley (like who wouldn't know that) |
- Posted by LullabyF360 8a (My Page) on Tue, Nov 5, 13 at 16:27
I'm mostly found under the trading forums, but I do wander from here to there & yonder. I've been a GW for a little less than a year. Alicia |
My name is Lee and I've been lurking for a long time. Learning a lot. I have a modest collection. |
- Posted by rosemariero z10/24 SDiego areaC (My Page) on Sun, Nov 24, 13 at 11:46
Now that my laptop is back up & running (whew-where all my files reside), I can update the List! Once again, if you'd like you name added to this list, just make a comment & I'll add ASAP. Copied, with additions (so not so much scrolling): 100mphtortoise = Jashawa |
This post was edited by rosemariero on Wed, Dec 18, 13 at 14:09
Camellia1=Hong |
What is this for, exactly? |
Sundewd, Just for the fun of it. Check out the picture list also. Names and pictures then there's also the traveling cactus sunglasses. |
- Posted by rosemariero z10/24 SDiego areaCA (My Page) on Thu, Dec 12, 13 at 22:05
Sundewd, Someone once asked how we knew other people's real names. If you're here on the forum long enough, you pick up some of them (easier with the regulars). I like using real names (& also knowing gender) of my fellow forumees, so I can picture them in my head when I'm "talking" to them here. This list is just a helpful thing for others who want to use real names instead of/as well as the handles/monikers/screennames. You don't have to if you don't want to, though. =) |
Hello- Hola. ;-) Been lurking for years and have had several questions and posts! My name is Chuy- born April 15 ;) (chuy415) |
My name is Matt |
Rosemariero, oh okay. :) That makes sense. As someone looking to potentially do trades it is a useful tool. Ive never been big on social media so I don't like posting pics of myself but the other general info is fine with me. My name is Brandon, a grower/collector/enthusiast born and raised near the gulf coast of Texas. Right now it is a fairly perfect 57*F and 55% humidity locally and I will be enjoying this little warm snap. :) |
This post was edited by Sundewd on Sat, Dec 14, 13 at 16:24
That's a lot of work! Thank you for adding me, Rosemariero. :) |
- Posted by rosemariero z10/24 SDiego areaCA (My Page) on Sun, Dec 15, 13 at 16:54
- Posted by purpleinopp 8b AL (My Page) on Mon, Dec 16, 13 at 11:09
What is this for? I think it's obvious. She's making a list, checking it twice Gonna find out who's naughty or nice Obviously she knows when we're awake, we're here typing but I'll have to draw the line at any spying on me whilst I sleep (only Santa is that creepy - and sheesh is that necessary I've always wondered - let me dream.) I'm sure that's not R's intention, but she knows if you've been bad or good, so be good for goodness' sake! If I was going to make a list of nice people on this forum, Rosemarie would be the first entry. I love lists of things, thanks for doing this, Rosemarie! Looks like you're probably as big of a fan of spreadsheets as I am, the best list-making tool ever, definitely at the top of the list of things to use to make a list! I'm already on the list, name's Tiffany, so a bit about? As my zone thing says, I live in AL, just north of the FL border, reformed work-a-holic, 7 years in the same house here is the longest I've ever lived in 1 dwelling, and no matter how many former house plants end up being hardy in the ground here, I still manage to find hundreds of sensitive ones to haul in the house for winter. I have just a couple big plants because I have more fun making tons of baby plants than leaving them alone for potential massiveification. I've been a house-plant-o-phile, GW'phile and outdoor gardener for a while but recently had enlightenment about the appeal of succulents so have been also popping in here often this past year. A lot of my interest started when I encountered mini gardens. Perfect for someone who loves tiny plants anyway. |
- Posted by rosemariero z10/24 SDiego areaCA (My Page) on Tue, Dec 17, 13 at 14:40
Ha ha ha, Tiffany...good one! =) Thank you for your kind words! Very much appreciated! Yes! I am a fan of spreadsheets! Now, if I would just USE them more often, I'd be in business! I like handwriting things while I'm thinking, so instead, I have many scraps of paper, envelopes, notepads & such with a gazillion lists. I need a genie!! It's on my Santa list...along with world peace! I'd say you are hooked on sux...to go with all your other obsessions, er...hobbies! Good to learn more about you! :) I'd better get while the going is good...still working on decorating the tree. Eek! |
Hi Rosemarie, I usually just read whats going on here and reply if i can my name's Cliff and i usually put it on my posts. cliff |
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I really need a dresser. What is this, and is this a good buy? Also, can I fix the piece by sanding/smoothing it a bit or do you have any other suggestions? Thank you! |
Here is a link that might be useful: dresser
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- Posted by lazygardens (My Page) on Fri, Jul 20, 12 at 17:38
That is a cheap veneered dresser from the mid 1920s. It might be sturdy and worth the $75 or it might be a wobbly bit of crap. You'll have to see it in person to tell. The chip is too large to sand or smoother "a bit". You would have a smooth edge to a large mi8ssing chunk. Either live with the damage, or fill it with wood putty and paint the dresser. |
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Thank you so much for the info. I think I'll take a pass because it's quite a drive for me to look at it. |
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In Sickness and in Health: Renewing Your Commitment
Part of the Post-Deployment: The Long-Term Reality Series
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When you first met your spouse, you were attracted to his shining qualities: his rugged handsomeness, caring heart, strong hands and sense of humor that made you downright giddy. The two of you married. But living side-by-side with your spouse may have caused you to become disenchanted by some of his habits – serious or otherwise – you were previously unaware of.
Deployment was painful, but it served as a "reset" button for your relationship. The hurts of the past were replaced with longings to be with your spouse again, to have him hold you and to simply hear his voice. Your homecoming experience was equally romantic. You'll never forget that moment, that embrace, as long as you live.
It's been a few months, and the homecoming buzz has now faded away like the honeymoon phase of the newlywed years. Your service member is irritable, moody and distant. He has trouble sleeping and often wakes up crying from nightmares. Sometimes you worry he'll hurt himself. You find yourself wondering, "Is this the man I married? Where's my husband? Where's my brave, strong protector? Where's the man who used to care about me? Where's the father of our children?" You're trying to adjust to your "new normal," but every fiber of your being is rebelling against your attempts.
God delighted in gifting you with your spouse – a man with all the wonderful qualities that initially attracted you to him. But just as God refuses to love you and leave you as you are, He challenges you to become more like Jesus through qualities of your spouse, and situations in your marriage, that aren't as alluring.
Marriage isn't a fairy tale, and it isn't forever. Aside from the production of children and pleasure, God practically designed it for spiritual growth and companionship. Adopting this practical view makes it easier to take in stride the not-so-picturesque moments of marriage.
Are you truly committed to your spouse in sickness and in health? Just as God provided you with your mate, He will provide you with the strength to live out your vows, one day at a time. Frequently remind your spouse that you're "in this for the long haul." Stick it out with sheer determination when times get tough. Frame your marriage vows, and display them in a prominent place.
Rely on God for the strength to "be Jesus" to your spouse, and watch Him extend to you the same grace and love through your spouse.
Couples are 31% less likely to get divorced if they get some sort of premarital training. Your gift helps Focus on the Family help families thrive.


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Full title reads: "Hallo - Hallo - Everybody! - Mr D R Jardine ... England's captain - speaking to you in Australia ... and hasn't the result of the 2nd Test proved him right?"
English cricket hero Douglas Jardine talks about their success in the first test of the 1933 test series. He comments that the Australians are never beaten until the last ball is bowled.


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Slick Distributions Soundwave SW50 review
Slick Distributions' SW50 is a compact Bluetooth speaker with an advertised battery life of up to three hours. It has no integrated volume controls, so you'll have to set that from your MP3 player or other Bluetooth audio source. Using our iPod Touch, distortion crept in at 3/4 volume, and at 100% even quiet acoustic guitar music sent the speaker vibrating its way across the table.
Despite this, the SW50's audio quality proved to be surprisingly good, particularly for a mono speaker. It's better than many integrated laptop speakers with clear treble and even a bit of bass. Tracks with a complex instrumental mid-range lost some detail, but that's not surprising from something that fits in a coat pocket. It's much clearer than most similarly priced and sized speakers we've reviewed.
The SW50's only extra feature is its integrated microphone, which means you can use it for conference or hands-free calls. Although it runs into trouble at high volumes, we appreciated its clear sound and comparatively low price, making this our favourite portable Bluetooth speaker.


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by Meg at . CommentsActress Lindsay Lohan sent a 'tweet' pic of her nude self early this morning to all of her Twitter friends. The self-portrait showed Lohan, bare from the waist up, covering her breasts with her long hair. Perhaps the celeb is acting out after coming under suspicion for jewel theft - see report here.
Lohan previously posed nude in a Marilyn Monroe recreation shoot in February 2008 for New York Magazine. See those photos here.
View the Twitter full view picture here.
Check out Lohan channeling MM below and see the commercial Lohan filmed for Fornarnia in March - it was during that shoot that Lindsay took the 'self-portrait' that just now landed on Twitter.
Cocaine is a hell of a drug.
Well, 1 out of 4 mean girls going bad ain't that bad I guess. I mean all the other girls look really good, and their careers are doing well. Could she be a product of bad parenting, I think yes. Has anyone seen Lacey Chabert lately, wow, 27 years old and man is she bangin'!
She's my Girlfriend she was sending them to me