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It doesn't match anything in our bedroom, it's silly, it's gaudy, it's made from scraps, it had forty feet of binding, and I absolutely love it. I have to find a way to get a photo of the whole thing, but here it is on our bed. Thanks to Marsha who found a photo of a similar quilt on line and posted it for me to copy. |
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It's simple, it's bright, it's beautiful quilting, it's beautiful fabric, so how could you not just love it...looks fabulous!!! congrats! V. |
- Posted by bozogardener (My Page) on Sun, Jun 23, 13 at 19:40
How pretty! It's complicated and simple at the same time. |
- Posted by magothyrivergirl (My Page) on Sun, Jun 23, 13 at 20:04
Lois~You are welcome! I love your silly-gaudy description ~lol~ and I love how it turned out also!!!! It looks exactly like I imagined it to look. It is a fun quilt and perfect for summer. You put those "scraps" to very good use. Great-great job!!!! |
Wow! It's pretty, it's fun, it's cheerful, it's perfectly balanced. This is a total winner. I wish I had made it! Kate |
I like your quilt. It's bright and beautiful. I can understand why you love it. TFS. ~Geraldine |
- Posted by geezerfolks (My Page) on Sun, Jun 23, 13 at 22:02
Lois, That is not gaudy!!! It's my idea of whimsical, fun and downright beautiful! Awesome job!!! SharonG/FL |
It is delightful. Looks like summer took over. You did a great job using so many different fabrics and making them appear to be picked especially just for that quilt. I am glad you are enjoying it. Its lovely. TFS |
It's bright, it's happy, it's beautiful! beverly |
- Posted by sunnycentralfl (My Page) on Mon, Jun 24, 13 at 9:12
Great job! Love it! It looks great! Gwen |
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What a fun quilt! What does marimekko mean? Is it Japanese? Donna |
Donna, although it does sound Japanese, the company began in Finland. Their website says, "The name Marimekko is a play on words, yet completely descriptive. 'Mari' is an anagram of the first name of the company's founder, Armi Ratia, while 'mekko' means 'dress' in Finnish. And it was indeed Mari's dresses that started it all in 1951. Explore our story and learn more about the process behind our patterns and products." All I know is that they have been designing fabrics since the 1950s, and Crate and Barrel uses their fabrics in some of the C&B products. That's where the scraps came from. Thanks to everyone who has commented. It makes me happy too. |
- Posted by quiltingfox (My Page) on Mon, Jun 24, 13 at 19:53
That's a beautiful and lively quilt. Congrats on finishing it. Best to you, |
Ditto to what everybody else said and I love it too. I also wish I had made it. |
- Posted by pirate_girl (My Page) on Tue, Jun 25, 13 at 12:42
Hi Lois, I don't think it's gaudy at all; I think it's vibrant & full of life & I really like the treatment you gave it. Was it a pattern or design of your own pls? I see you mentioned copying from something seen online. I'm a fan of Marimekko since my teens (am now in my 50s). It was one of the 1st textile companies I was ever aware of & an early inspiration for me going into textile design (remember me, I'm the recovering textile designer?). If it's not too personal, my curious self would LOVE to know how you came by Marimekko scraps. There's a Marimekko store in NYC (I recently noticed) I may have to go in & inquire abt any scraps & if t hey have a policy on such things. Thanks for the bright jolt of life & the inspiration. May it bring you happiness for decades to come!! |
Lois, thanks for the explanation! I have never heard of them before. Donna |
Beautiful. It puts a smile in the room! LindaB/CA |
Pirate Girl, About a year ago, a friend of a friend got a bag of Marimekko scraps at a Crate & Barrel outlet store. I haven't found there to be one in the Minneapolis area, so I don't know where she might have gotten them. She gave them to my friend who gave them to me. I posted a photo of them on the forum and asked if anyone had an idea for a quilt that would use them. Marsha (aka magothyrivergirl) linked to a photo of a quilt make with Marimekko scraps, and I copied the pattern from that. Marsha's picture is posted below. I needed more scraps that I had, so I went on-line and found some. I'm hoping to make twin size quilts for my great-nieces in a Chinese coin pattern with the smaller pieces I have left. If you are interested, I will try to find out the name of the on-line retailer. You might just try Google for Marimekko scraps. That's what I did. I can also describe the pattern. It's simply a square with white on two sides. The blocks are turned to form the pattern. My husband is sleeping under it right now, so I can't measure the blocks, but let me know if you're interested and I'll post the dimensions. |
- Posted by pirate_girl (My Page) on Sun, Jun 30, 13 at 7:52
Thanks so much, that explanation certainly does the trick. I wasn't understanding the spacing of the sashing. So it helps a lot to learn it's a print square w/ white on 2 sides & then just turning the blocks. I'll certainly be adding this design to my list of projects for the future! Thanks again, just fabulous. |
- Posted by anitastitch (My Page) on Sun, Jun 30, 13 at 10:10
I love that quilt! I believe in quilt therapy. Some quilts are so happy looking that just wrapping in them puts you in a better mood. I made a jelly roll pin wheel quilt that has that effect on me--it doesn't match my room either, but I love it! By what I can see in the picture, your quilting is really nice too. |
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I am reaching out for help with finding a vanity (no top) for a 60" double sink. Here is some criteria that I am looking for that might help:
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I really like the Restoration Hardware Hutton Valley/Hutton Washstand look but their dual vanities are measured at 72". |
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I'm not at all sure how you could duplicate that particular look with kitchen cabinets. There are a number of companies, like ronbow, that price out vanities and tops separately, but you don't say what your budget range is. The ronbow newcastle is just like the Hutton only nicer, but it's not cheap. They also have others in their neo-classic collection that are more like the newer hudson vanities. If that's out of your price range (it's out of mine, for sure), try searching your local big box store for vanities without tops. |
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- Posted by BayAreaYonsei (My Page) on Tue, Sep 18, 12 at 17:50
Thanks for all the suggestions. I checked out Ronbow and you're right, out of my price range but very nice looking. I am thinking about going with the 60" Taren Bamboo Vanity with undermount basins. Any thoughts?? |
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Wait, you said in your first post, no top--have you changed your mind? If so, there are dozens, maybe hundreds like that that come with the top and undermount sinks. |
- Posted by BayAreaYonsei (My Page) on Tue, Sep 18, 12 at 18:18
Nope, haven't changed my mind just thought I had to make sure the vanity has undermount basins area available otherwise I will have to customize the vanity. Is this correct or can I choose any double vanity since it won't matter what type of sink I install? |
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You can choose any vanity. You may lose the drawers under the sinks, though, depending on how you do it and the depth of the actual vanity part. |
Another poster on this forum used a vanity from Amazon that looks like your photo, but white. More like the Hutton, I think, and only 60". If you search for the user name "stephanie and tim" you can probably find their finished bath thread. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Beverly Vanity
This is close, and you can get it without a top for less than $1.5K http://www.premierevanities.com/products/Double-Vanities/Wooden/Modern-White-60-Inch-Double-Vanity.html |
- Posted by pricklypearcactus (My Page) on Thu, Sep 20, 12 at 11:58
I also have a bathroom with an old 61" vanity that I (someday) want to replace. I have the RH Hutton 36" single sink vanity and I want something similar in 61" double, but RH does not offer the Hutton double in that size. I saved the following site as one having some similar 61" double vanity sinks. I have not purchased from them, so I cannot attest to quality or security. Bath Vanity Experts Double Vanities I also found some on Amazon.com, so you might try there. The specific sink I was looking at (brand Karma) was also available on Amazon.com. |
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I am using a Lenovo laptop with i5 processor, upgraded its OS from Windows 7 Home Basic to Home Premium. I also have Norton360 and TuneUp Utilities (latest versions, 2012). Firefox 11 was running OK, but because I had many add-ons, I decided to uninstall it and get myself a fresh browser. So, I did that with Revo Uninstaller Pro. After the re-installation, every time I run Firefox the address bar doesn't take any input from the keyboard. The program itself accepts the mouse clicks on menus for a short time, before it freezes completely! After I press Ctrl+W, it adds +1 to the number of opened tabs. Firefox opens 2 tabs on start up, one for the homepage and the other on Mozilla site. But it asks me "do you want to all the 3 opened tabs?". It does the same when there is only one tab opened. |
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Thanks for the advice.
I did that, it didn't solve the problem but I discovered something. When I write a new web address after the one that already exists, it works. For example, if my homepage is Google, then I write www.google.comwww.yahoo.com, then delete Google and press enter, Firefox doesn't hang. If not then it will freeze. That's a very strange problem, I searched a lot but couldn't find a solution. |
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In Lenovo, there is a program called Catalyst Control Center that deals with graphics, video and games, I added Firefox to its list of the applications that need graphic acceleration by mistake. I removed Firefox from the form a sub category called "Switchable Graphics" and everything came back normal. |
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(09-17-2012 08:36 PM)wickabee Wrote: Great idea for certain. What kind of scale is he producing them on? #IamprettysureRandiisadrunkandshouldnotbeamod
(09-17-2012 09:33 PM)skelscardclozzit Wrote: First- let me start by saying #RANDIforMOD as the Hockey boards could definitely benefit from his dedication to the hobby..Just look at all he has done here without mod status! Second- I feel as though I owe an apology to those great members that have sent me trade offers over the last few weeks and I have been unable to find the time to respond to offers or even complete some trades. Work and health issues persist to haunt me and either one or the other (sometimes both) gets in the way. This is the only site I visit from time to time and would be here more if only everything worked the way it should..nuff said about that! I have missed being here and honestly feel terrible about not being able to get anything accomplished with some well respected traders and collectors! That will change soon and I have not forgotten anyone who has sent me an offer and can only hope that they won't hold a grudge! Third- The boxes...I started working on these about a year or so ago as I was frustrated trying to use the standard 5k boxes with top loaders..it just doesn't work well as many of you know. I sent Randi one to see if he liked them and wanted to hear his thoughts about them as I have never shown them publicly. Thanks to Randi for showing it off! I will try and answer some questions about them if I can! The hardest thing about these is that shipping them is a challenge (and not cheap!) so they don't get crushed by the post office or UPS! Steve- Whenever you are ready, lmk! onoxxxregretso- I have 10 or so sitting here and can def help with your storage problem! Shoot me an email or send a pm to either Randi or myself. Optimus Prime- I currently do not have a box for minis but can customize them to fit them I'm sure. I will work up a prototype and see how they work this weekend! I am working on a slab version (for graded or Ultimate Memorabilia) so you wouldn't have to turn them on their side and the cards would stand like the ones in Randi's pictures.! Wickabee- I am not as of yet mass producing them (labor issues..haha) as it takes about two days to complete the box from start to finish due to drying times of the glue. I could however make them on a request basis and have considered adding labels or player/team specific stickers or art to them. Anyone that has any questions, feel free to send me an email (email@example.com) or message either Randi or myself here.! -Craig
(09-18-2012 04:12 AM)rayeates Wrote: HEY! Hey you! Yeah... you, Tyson! Ya little bugger you! Haha! Trying to start something, huh? I think that you should put the drink down and head to bed, my friend. Wiener!
(09-18-2012 10:29 AM)wickabee Wrote: Hey! I NEVER put down the drink...
(09-18-2012 03:55 PM)onoxxxregretso Wrote: Well I'd need a few of them to house my PC players then. I have something like 960 Roy cards...85 ish of both Yip and Palmieri. My sig isn't updated, but the numbers are close to that lol I wonder if I could buy a box similar to that at Wal-Mart and make my own.
(09-18-2012 08:28 PM)skelscardclozzit Wrote: Sent you a pm... afff- Yes I can ship them to Canada but like Randi mentioned it is like $11 for one due to the amount of padding that is involved to keep them from being crushed. Just a bit of info on an idea I was sent via pm. I had a request for one that holds both slabbed and reg top loaders style cards within the same box. A bit of a challenge due to the fact that each cards have different widths. I am going to work on a prototype and see if I can get it to work as well as a "mini's box" this weekend and see what I can do. Thanks for all the messages and comments! A special thanks to Randi for throwing these out in the open..I have some cards packed up for you and I will send it out on Sat..! Thanks Mod!
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When the performance of an AM antenna diminishes and the ground system is suspected as being the problem, it is common to ensure that the copper radials are intact for the entire ground system. A common way to find the radial is to use a field-intensity meter, such as the Potomac FIM-41, to sense the RF signal. By holding the unit close to the ground and sweeping it from side to side, a bump in the RF signal can be observed.
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The bottom of the FIM-41 has a threaded hole to mount it on a tripod. By inserting the tee handle, the meter can be held upside down. Cut the all-thread to the proper length for your height so the meter is about 3" or 4" above the ground when held by the handle.
Rutherford says to plug headphones into the FIM and listen for the peak in the audio as the meter is swept from side to side. The peak indicates to location of the radial.
Rutherford also suggests using the wire marking flags like those used by utility companies to mark the location of the radials. You can also use the marking paint, which can also be used to further indicate trouble spots.
After the radials have been marked, remove the handle and the sheet metal screw from the FIM to return it to normal operation.
Scott Todd at KKMS has a different method. He uses a tuned-loop antenna, a diode, a capacitor and a sensitive meter.
He uses a quilting loop from a craft store. He winds several turns of #24 wire around it. Using a salvaged tuning capacitor, he varies the wire turns and cap tuning to find the point of resonance. He insert the diode in series with the loop to feed the meter. He also places a 0.001 to 0.01 µF capacitor across the meter connections.
If the meter is too sensitive, add some series resistance to the antenna.
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"It's just so ... small," Kayla said, wrinkling her nose at her new room.
Unbelievable. Here I am doing this girl a huge favor, and she complains? She just got here, and already I wish she were gone.
"So have you called any realtors?" I asked. (Subtle, K., real subtle.)
"No," she said, walking into my bedroom, where she plopped herself down on my bed. "I will later in the week."
Just then the phone rang. Co-worker Marni.
"Hey, Luke and I are having a barbeque Saturday. Sorry for the short notice -- we just decided. Can you make it?"
"Sure. Can my cousin Kayla come? She's staying with me."
"Prada-loving Kayla?"
"Yikes. Well, sure. Invite Sarah and Jane too, please. Oh, and K?"
"Mike's coming. You okay with that?"
"Of course."
That "of course" was a bit of an exaggeration. I haven't seen my ex-bf Mike since my New Year's Eve party. To review: I got drunk, made out with him, blew him off for a month while he stalked me and then we got into a yelling match. Good things never happen when Mike and I are near each other.
"Do you want to go to a barbeque Saturday?" I asked Kayla when I got off the phone.
"Luke and Marni."
"Is Marni your friend with the whiny voice?"
Is she kidding? Sadly, no. She agreed to come, and when I told her Mike would be there, said "Oh wow! I can't wait to see Mike again!" Ugh.
Kayla spent the rest of the evening lying on my bed and talking on my phone. Loudly. Here are some snippets from the conversations I couldn't help but overhear.
Oh my God, my room is like the size of a closet.
Ugh, this cat will not leave me alone. I hate that thing.
Oh, thanks but I think I'm just going to have some yogurt for dinner.
This apartment smells weird.
She's taking me to some barbeque Saturday. Her hot ex-boyfriend will be there.
Should I wear my blue Marc Jacobs dress for my first day of work?
My dad said I can only spend $2000 a month on rent. How am I going to get a decent place for that?
I know you're supposed to love your family and all that, but come on. The girl is out of college, she should act at least a little bit grown-up. The last straw came in the form of this snippet:
Oh, she's here but I'm on the other line long-distance. Can you give K. a call on her cell?
Immediately, my cell phone rang. Sarah.
"Oh. No. She. Didn't." Sarah said.
"Oh yes."
"How's day one?"
"Hard. Very, very hard. Luke and Marni are having a barbeque Saturday. Wanna?"
"Yes please. Is Her Majesty coming?"
"Can we get drunk and talk smack about her in front of her, but do it subtly so she won't know we're doing it?"
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Thus spake Adam Petaccia on Tue, Dec 07, 2004 at 09:00:16PM CST > > > > This list also includes updates on a number of packages which are apparently > > slipping through the cracks when I do a daily 'emerge -u world'. I've been > > noticing this for some time now. Some packages apparently didn't get > > registered with 'world' when they're built, and I come on them from time to > > time by chance and notice the version differences between what's installed > > and what's available. > > add "-D" to your emerge list and it should catch most everything, except > maybe orphaned dependencies (which, admitantly, portage *does* have a > problem with these). Portage may not be smart enough to work around selective use of unstable packages. e.g., I've had to use lm-sensors-2.8.8 (masked with ~x86) to get the package working, and have had to add a line to /etc/portage/package.mask to keep 'emerge -u world' from downgrading the package. If I set ACCEPT_KEYWORDS="~x86" then portage wants to upgrade _everything_ to unstable. Not good! So with "<sys-apps/lm-sensors-2.8.8" in package.mask, I get the following: # emerge -D -u -p world These are the packages that I would merge, in reverse order: Calculating world dependencies - !!! All ebuilds that could satisfy "sys-apps/lm-sensors" have been masked. !!! One of the following masked packages is required to complete your request: - sys-apps/lm-sensors-2.8.1 (masked by: package.mask) - sys-apps/lm-sensors-2.7.0-r1 (masked by: package.mask) - sys-apps/lm-sensors-2.8.8 (masked by: ~x86 keyword) - sys-apps/lm-sensors-2.8.3 (masked by: package.mask) - sys-apps/lm-sensors-2.8.5 (masked by: package.mask) - sys-apps/lm-sensors-2.8.7 (masked by: package.mask) - sys-apps/lm-sensors-2.8.2 (masked by: package.mask) - sys-apps/lm-sensors-2.8.4 (masked by: package.mask) - sys-apps/lm-sensors-2.6.5 (masked by: package.mask) - sys-apps/lm-sensors-2.8.6 (masked by: package.mask) For more information, see MASKED PACKAGES section in the emerge man page or section 2.2 "Software Availability" in the Gentoo Handbook. !!! (dependency required by "x11-misc/xsensors-0.46" [ebuild]) !!! Problem with ebuild x11-misc/xsensors-0.46 !!! Possibly a DEPEND/*DEPEND problem. !!! Depgraph creation failed. ----------- But if I comment out the restriction in package.mask, then portage wants to install an older version of the package in a different slot, which probably won't work since the old version doesn't grok my mainboard. Quite frankly, I liked the -U ebuild option, which solves the problem, but apparently -U is going to go away. I know this is all rather OT for this list, but I appreciate the knowledge and advice! -- Lindsay Haisley | "Fighting against human | PGP public key FMP Computer Services | creativity is like | available at 512-259-1190 | trying to eradicate | <http://pubkeys.fmp.com> http://www.fmp.com | dandelions" | | (Pamela Jones) | -- firstname.lastname@example.com mailing list
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Miranda Kerr and her baby boy Flynn arrive into Sydney on July 27, 2011.
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So very cute, but what's up with her hand...it's like some kind of touch aura. Also, anyone else notice that she looks like Geena Davis? They could be sisters.
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7 For he is our God, and we are the people of his pasture, and the sheep of his hand. O that today you would hearken to his voice! | 7 for he is our God and we are the people of his pasture, the flock under his care. Today, if you hear his voice, |
8 Harden not your hearts, as at Mer'ibah, as on the day at Massah in the wilderness, | 8 do not harden your hearts as you did at Meribah, as you did that day at Massah in the desert, |
9 when your fathers tested me, and put me to the proof, though they had seen my work. | 9 where your fathers tested and tried me, though they had seen what I did. |
10 For forty years I loathed that generation and said, "They are a people who err in heart, and they do not regard my ways." | 10 For forty years I was angry with that generation; I said, "They are a people whose hearts go astray, and they have not known my ways." |
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The artist Christo has created the world's largest free-standing inflatable sculpture entitled 'Big Air Package.' The colossal sculpture was erected in the Gasmoeter Oberhausen in Germany. To put things into scale, the venue is the largest circular-shaped gas holder in the whole of Europe. The artist's huge, white, billowing creation stands at 90 meters tall, with a width of 50 meters.
Visitors to the site of the awe-inspiring artwork were wowed by its vastness and were invited to walk inside the sculpture. Some lay on the ground and looked upwards at the never-ending white dome that surrounded them. This is a ground-breaking feat for an artist to conceive and achieve. Christo states on the project site that "when experienced from the inside, that space is almost like a 90-meter-high cathedral."


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The best gaming experience isn't about having the best 3D Mark score or having the most frames per second; it's about immersing yourself in another world. To that end, I've always said you should spend your money on the parts of your computer that you interact with. This means getting the best keyboard, mouse, and monitor you can afford. You can game reasonably well on a cheapo AMD triple or quad core with a sub-$200 video card; rather than spend hundreds more on a twelve core 32GB SLI monster, great peripherals can be the difference between living in the game world or getting mad at the unresponsive controls, rage quitting, and taking up a less-stressful pastime such as Ultimate Fighting.
And for those of you who are cheapskates like me, remember: buy a gaming keyboard now, and you'll still be using it when every other part of your computer has worn out or been replaced by upgrades.
For the longest time, serious gamers only had one place to go: Razer. First splashing on the scene in the late '90s with the Boomslang mouse, they have branched out to offer gaming keyboards such as my personal favorite, the Lycosa. But just like in a video game or Ultimate Fighting or a video game about Ultimate Fighting, a challenger steps forward looking to knock off the Champ. It is AZiO Corporation. Well known in tech circles for their hard drive enclosures and wireless devices, over the past year they have shifted focus to a new line of gaming peripherals. Today I will be looking at their two new keyboards, the Levetron KB555U and the Levetron Mech4 KB588U.
Levetron KB555U
The Levetron KB555U is the entry level keyboard in AZiO's new gaming series. Its features and $70 MSRP is designed to compete with the Razer Lycosa. As a Lycosa fan, I think it will be a tough one to pull off, but that's why they play the game (or fight the… fight? SPOILER ALERT: I know nothing about Ultimate Fighting.)
Features (from the manufacturer):
- 3 sets of 10 macro keys. Use them for quick-launching programs, create in-game shortcuts, set a specific keyboard character, or perform a whole key-sequence.
- Each Macro key can be programmed to have up to 64 key-sequences.
- Supports delay-time setting. This allow for fine tuning the rate which the key-sequences are executed.
- Automatic Profile-Switching: With the launch of a program or press of a key, the keyboard will load the proper set of user-customized macro keys.
- Windows "Start" Key Lock. Never get kicked out of a game again with the accidental pressing of the Windows Start Key.
- Replaceable QWERASD gaming function keys to increase cool factor.
- Blue LED backlit keys with 3-level adjustments to control backlight ambience levels.
- On Screen Display (OSD) function – A variety of information is displayed on-screen based on user inputs.
It is solidly built and looks great on my desk. Rubber feet keep it from sliding around during intense gaming sessions. The blue LED backlighting is a nice touch, and it has three settings so you can adjust it to your own preference. And did I mention that you can pull the QWERASD keys and replace them with "gaming" keys? It's a little gimmicky but also kinda cool, like the dancing waters at the Bellagio– a fun glitzy extra that always brings a smile.
The keys are easy to press. Sometimes in the heat of battle I won't hit a key squarely, and the Lycosa doesn't register it. The Levetron does a nice job of being forgiving, and doesn't go overboard when I accidentally brush over an adjacent key. It also gives good tactile feedback when typing, and is quieter than the Lycosa.
The Windows Key Lock is awesome! Basically you can disable the Windows key while you are in your game so you don't accidentally kick yourself back to the desktop. Back in the day I used to "remap" my keyboards by prying the Windows key off with a screwdriver; this is a much more elegant solution.
It supports tones of macro mapping. It supports three profiles of ten keys each.
The Enter key is oversized, which is good for gaming, but as a result the backspace key is the size of a normal key instead of being extra long. If you are a touch typer with poor spelling (…) it will take some getting used to.
There is no USB port built in to the keyboard. That's a really nice feature on the Lycosa and most high end gaming keyboards (the more expensive Levitron Mech 4 has one; I'll get to that in a bit). Having to reach behind my tower to hook up a headset or flash drive isn't my favorite pastime, though occasionally I will find a quarter on the floor when I'm down there, and, hey, free quarter.
It would be nice if you could save and import macro profiles. The macro key mapping software that ships with it is a little buggy, particularly when trying to map a key to launch a program. Sometimes it works perfectly, other times it lags for several seconds. There is an updated version on http://www.aziocorp.com that seems to correct the issue.
Levetron Mech4 KB588U
The Levetron Mech4 is the latest in a re-emergence of mechanical keyboards. A mechanical keyboard uses actual, physical switches underneath the keys; press the switch down and the keyboard tells the PC that you pressed that key. Sounds pretty basic, huh? But most keyboards are made with a cupped, metal-tipped rubber piece underneath each key. Press a key and the metal part pokes through a hole to touch another metal piece and complete an electrical circuit. Because there aren't as many moving parts, this keyboard design is easier to make and inexpensive. But it isn't as accurate and doesn't give you as much tactile or audible feedback. This feedback is especially important in games. You don't have to jam the key all the way down for it to respond, and you get subtle audio and tactile clues that the key has engaged. Once you get used to it you type with a lighter touch, improving your speed.
What other features does the Levetron Mech4 KB588U have? Let's find out…
Features (from the manufacturer):
- Unlimited Profiles: Create and save unlimited numbers of Profiles
- Volume Knob: Intuitively control the volume of your PC by turning a knob
- Modular Numeric keypad: The numeric keypad can be attached to either sides of the keyboard or used as a standalone USB keypad
- Modular Macro D-Pad: This add-on adjustable Macro D-Pad provides 6 additional dedicated programmable keys right at your fingertips
- Mechanical Keys: This keyboard utilizes the CHERRY MX Black switch
- Anti-Ghosting: Ensures multiple keys register when pressed simultaneously
- Water Resistant: Designed to remain functional even if accidentally exposed to liquid
- 2 x USB Ports: Connect 2 low-powered USB devices directly to this keyboard
- Fully Programmable Keys: The included software provides full customization capabilities across the entire keyboard
Mechanical keys! Back in the day I had an IBM model M keyboard that was the most comfortable pure typing keyboard I've ever owned. But the Mech4 comes very close, and without the loud clickety clickety clickety noises that keep the family awake at night. (It uses Cherry's MX black switches, which are low-noise but provide less tactile feedback than the MX blue –based Razer Blackwidow.)
The Mech4 KB588U is rugged and heavy. If a burglar broke into my house while I was gaming and I had to fight him off using only one USB peripheral, this would be it. (Yes, my fantasies are weird.) You can adjust it to three different heights, and rubber grips mean no slipping around. It has a volume knob and two USB ports, which are a nice touch.
The modular design lets you remove the number pad if you wish. Or you can put it on the left and use it as a WASD pad like the Nostromo or Logitech G13. Two locks firmly fasten it back in place when you're done. There are also a set of six "D" macros on the top that can slide from the far left to the ¾ point on the board; it's a nice feature that lets you customize for your own preference and playstyle.
It's bigger than you think. If you have a computer desk with a slide-out tray, measure to make sure it will fit. And there's no backlight, which I found odd. The macro keys light up so it's not a big deal for me, though some of you low-light gaming aficionados might disagree.
Like with the KB555U, the jumbo Enter key and undersized Backspace throw me off. Also make sure you update to the latest software from http://www.aziocorp.com to avoid some intermittent weirdness under Windows 7 64-bit.
The heavy industrial look isn't for everyone. This keyboard looks like Voltron had a baby with the Death Star. (Again, my fantasies are weird.) Personally I prefer the brushed aluminum of the Corsair Vengeance K90 as a complement to my swanky metrosexual digs. But the Mech4 KB588U performs better that the K90 and costs $30 less, so I shouldn't complain. (Though, of course, I still do.)
AZiO's Levetron series keyboards are a welcome addition to the world of gaming computer peripherals. With macro functionality and dedicated keys, the Levetron keyboards are ideal for MMORPG gamers. The accuracy and fast response of the mechanical keys offers impressive performance in FPS games also. And the macros also come in handy in the Call of Duty and Battlefield games for doing complex tasks.
These keyboards' anti-ghosting and fast response times ensure that they do what I say. With some cheaper alternatives I'll type a command and then watch in horror as my character doesn't do it, doesn't time it right, or does something completely different. AZiO's Levetron KB555U and Levetron Mech4 KB588U answered every challenge I threw at them and would be a great addition to your gaming rig. They are able to meet the quality and price point of the Champ, Razer. If this were Ultimate Fighting, AZiO would be all, "HEY RAZER LYCOSA AND BLACKWIDOW! SOME PEOPLE SAY YOU ARE THE BADDEST DUDES ON THE BLOCK, BUT WE GOT SOMETHING TO SAY ABOUT THAT. WE CHALLENGE YOU TO A TAG TEAM TITLE BOUT. HIDE YOUR KIDS, HIDE YOUR WIFE, BECAUSE LEVITRON IS COMING FOR YOU!"
(They have outrageous WWE-style press conferences and tag team title bouts, right? Again, I know nothing about Ultimate Fighting. But I do know something about keyboards. And I recommend you check these AZiO bad dudes out.)
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"American Idol" finalist Elise Testone is a no-good man-thief who broke up the 6-year marriage of an 'Idol' guitarist -- at least according to the dude's wife, but Elise tells TMZ she never did the deed. Here's the deal... Elise met Errol Cooney…
Elise Testone, Erika Van Pelt, Hollie Cavanagh, and Jessica Sanchez give Christina Grimmie the low down on their American Idol style and share funny stories about wardrobe malfunctions and backstage wipeouts in the latest The Road Show video. Watch the video here: Christina Grimmie Presents 'American Idol' Style Tips – Video is a post from: Rickey.org
Elise Testone, Erika Van Pelt, Hollie Cavanagh and Jessica Sanchez have a balloon dance party with a guest appearance by Skylar Laine's hair. There is a Jessica Sanchez moment that made me laugh out loud, for real. Watch the video here: 'American Idol' Balloon Dance Party – Video is a post from: Rickey.org
Kelly Clarkson sang "Somebody That I Used To Know" at Nikon at Jones Beach on August 21, 2012. This is the best cover of this song hands down. Wow. So much better than Elise Testone. Effortless. Go Kelly! Watch the video here: Kelly Clarkson – Somebody That I Used To Know – Video – Fan Request is a post from: Rickey.org
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Elise Testone was finally eliminated in American Idol Season 11 Episode 32. Tonight the top 5 perform. Why the bloody hell is this show still 2 hours long?
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Complete Jewish Bible (CJB) | New International Version (NIV) |
1 God blessed Noach and his sons and said to them, "Be fruitful, multiply and fill the earth. | 1 Then God blessed Noah and his sons, saying to them, "Be fruitful and increase in number and fill the earth. |
2 The fear and dread of you will be upon every wild animal, every bird in the air, every creature populating the ground, and all the fish in the sea; they have been handed over to you. | 2 The fear and dread of you will fall upon all the beasts of the earth and all the birds of the air, upon every creature that moves along the ground, and upon all the fish of the sea; they are given into your hands. |
3 Every moving thing that lives will be food for you; just as I gave you green plants before, so now I give you everything - | 3 Everything that lives and moves will be food for you. Just as I gave you the green plants, I now give you everything. |
4 only flesh with its life, which is its blood, you are not to eat. | 4 "But you must not eat meat that has its lifeblood still in it. |
5 I will certainly demand an accounting for the blood of your lives: I will demand it from every animal and from every human being. I will demand from every human being an accounting for the life of his fellow human being. | 5 And for your lifeblood I will surely demand an accounting. I will demand an accounting from every animal. And from each man, too, I will demand an accounting for the life of his fellow man. |
6 Whoever sheds human blood, by a human being will his own blood be shed; for God made human beings in his image. | 6 "Whoever sheds the blood of man, by man shall his blood be shed; for in the image of God has God made man. |
7 And you people, be fruitful, multiply, swarm on the earth and multiply on it." | 7 As for you, be fruitful and increase in number; multiply on the earth and increase upon it." |
8 God spoke to Noach and his sons with him; he said, | 8 Then God said to Noah and to his sons with him: |
9 "As for me - I am herewith establishing my covenant with you, with your descendants after you, | 9 "I now establish my covenant with you and with your descendants after you |
10 and with every living creature that is with you - the birds, the livestock and every wild animal with you, all going out of the ark, every animal on earth. | 10 and with every living creature that was with you--the birds, the livestock and all the wild animals, all those that came out of the ark with you--every living creature on earth. |
11 I will establish my covenant with you that never again will all living beings be destroyed by the waters of a flood, and there will never again be a flood to destroy the earth." | 11 I establish my covenant with you: Never again will all life be cut off by the waters of a flood; never again will there be a flood to destroy the earth." |
12 God added, "Here is the sign of the covenant I am making between myself and you and every living creature with you, for all generations to come: | 12 And God said, "This is the sign of the covenant I am making between me and you and every living creature with you, a covenant for all generations to come: |
13 I am putting my rainbow in the cloud - it will be there as a sign of the covenant between myself and the earth. | 13 I have set my rainbow in the clouds, and it will be the sign of the covenant between me and the earth. |
14 Whenever I bring clouds over the earth, and the rainbow is seen in the cloud; | 14 Whenever I bring clouds over the earth and the rainbow appears in the clouds, |
15 I will remember my covenant which is between myself and you and every living creature of any kind; and the water will never again become a flood to destroy all living beings. | 15 I will remember my covenant between me and you and all living creatures of every kind. Never again will the waters become a flood to destroy all life. |
16 The rainbow will be in the cloud; so that when I look at it, I will remember the everlasting covenant between God and every living creature of any kind on the earth." | 16 Whenever the rainbow appears in the clouds, I will see it and remember the everlasting covenant between God and all living creatures of every kind on the earth." |
17 God said to Noach, "This is the sign of the covenant which I have established between myself and every living creature on the earth." | 17 So God said to Noah, "This is the sign of the covenant I have established between me and all life on the earth." |
18 The sons of Noach who went out from the ark were Shem, Ham and Yefet. Ham is the father of Kena'an. | 18 The sons of Noah who came out of the ark were Shem, Ham and Japheth. (Ham was the father of Canaan.) |
19 These three were the sons of Noach, and the whole earth was populated by them. | 19 These were the three sons of Noah, and from them came the people who were scattered over the earth. |
20 Noach, a farmer, was the first to plant a vineyard. | 20 Noah, a man of the soil, proceeded to plant a vineyard. |
21 He drank so much of the wine that he got drunk and lay uncovered in his tent. | 21 When he drank some of its wine, he became drunk and lay uncovered inside his tent. |
22 Ham, the father of Kena'an, saw his father shamefully exposed, went out and told his two brothers. | 22 Ham, the father of Canaan, saw his father's nakedness and told his two brothers outside. |
23 Shem and Yefet took a cloak, put it over both their shoulders, and, walking backward, went in and covered their naked father. Their faces were turned away, so that they did not see their father lying there shamefully exposed. | 23 But Shem and Japheth took a garment and laid it across their shoulders; then they walked in backward and covered their father's nakedness. Their faces were turned the other way so that they would not see their father's nakedness. |
24 When Noach awoke from his wine, he knew what his youngest son had done to him. | 24 When Noah awoke from his wine and found out what his youngest son had done to him, |
25 He said, "Cursed be Kena'an; he will be a servant of servants to his brothers." | 25 he said, "Cursed be Canaan! The lowest of slaves will he be to his brothers." |
26 Then he said, "Blessed be ADONAI, the God of Shem; Kena'an will be their servant. | 26 He also said, "Blessed be the LORD, the God of Shem! May Canaan be the slave of Shem. |
27 May God enlarge Yefet; he will live in the tents of Shem, but Kena'an will be their servant." | 27 May God extend the territory of Japheth; may Japheth live in the tents of Shem, and may Canaan be his slave." |
28 After the flood Noach lived 350 years. | 28 After the flood Noah lived 350 years. |
29 In all, Noach lived 950 years; then he died. | 29 Altogether, Noah lived 950 years, and then he died. |
Complete Jewish Bible Copyright 1998 by David H. Stern. Published by Jewish New Testament Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission. (The Complete Jewish Bible Online) | Scripture quoted by permission. Quotations designated (NIV) are from THE HOLY BIBLE: NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. NIV®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica. All rights reserved worldwide. (New International Version Bible Online) |


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What would happen if a nuclear-powered shuttle exploded?
If a nuclear-powered space shuttle heading to, say, Mars, exploded in space, what would be the effect on Earth? At what distance would the radiation reach Earth?
Interesting question! It depends where the spacecraft is when it explodes and how catastrophic the explosion is. I'll go through what I think would happen in a couple scenarios. In each case, I'll have to make some assumptions to simplify things.
First, I'm guessing we are talking about true fission reactors here, since radioisotope generators like those used on deep space probes don't provide enough power to launch a rocket to mars, and because fusion reactors are a long way off.
If the spacecraft crashed but the reactor did not explode (maybe some other part of the spacecraft failed, causing it to fall back to earth) then there would probably be no danger. NASA has built many probes that have radioactive power sources, and in a couple cases mentioned here, these radioactive materials fell back to earth safely.
If the reactor had a melt-down and caused a crash, AND if the containment somehow was breached, radioactive material would be dumped into the atmosphere and the effect might be similar to Chernobyl. However, I'm guessing the reactor on a spacecraft would be smaller and the radioactivity would be more widely spread, so it might not be so disastrous.
If the reactor went critical and exploded like an atomic bomb in the atmosphere, then we can turn to high-altitude bomb tests from the 60s. These tests showed that atomic explosions can cause damage to electronics on the ground through an ElectroMagnetic Pulse (EMP). They also released particles into earth's magnetic field, where they were trapped and damaged satellites. In some cases, the light from the flash caused eye damage. I don't know the details of what radioactive debris reached the surface, but this paper seems to have some more information.
If the reactor exploded like an atomic bomb farther out in space, the effect on earth would be negligible. The explosion would mostly produce x-rays and gamma rays, which would be absorbed by our atmosphere. The sun produces x-rays and other events in the universe produce gamma rays, both of which hit our atmosphere all the time. The amount of x or gamma rays from the explosion might be larger than normal, but I don't think much would happen.
Nuclear power can be dangerous, but it is still being seriously considered because it can provide lots of efficient power without the need for huge solar panels,and it works even in the outer solar system where solar power is not practical. Modern technology has come a long way to make nuclear power fail-safe, but many people still have a knee-jerk opposition to anything nuclear.
Some of these answers involve speculation on my part, but I've tried to imagine what would probably happen. I hope this helps!
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Lead on the Job - A Guide for Workers
- "Lead on the Job - A Guide for Workers" is available in Spanish and Portable Document Format (PDF).
How Are Workers Exposed to Lead?
Workers can be exposed to lead by creating dust or fumes during everyday work activities. Fumes are easier to breathe in and therefore may be more dangerous than dust. These are some of the most common ways to be exposed.
LEAD DUST is produced in many ways including:
- Grinding, cutting, drilling, sanding, scraping or blasting surfaces that are coated with lead paints
- Tearing down structures that have been painted with lead based paints
- Working on leaded cables or wires
- Pouring powders containing lead pigments
LEAD FUMES are also created in many ways including:
- Using heat guns to remove paint from doors, windows, and other painted surfaces
- Welding or soldering lead containing materials
- Torch cutting painted and uncoated metal
What are the Health Effects from Lead?
Lead can enter the body in two ways:
- It can be inhaled (breathed in)
- It can be ingested (swallowed) by getting it on the hands, clothes, or hair, or in food, drinks or cigarettes
Once lead gets into the body, it can stay here for a long time. It is stored in three places: the blood, body organs, and bones. Lead stays in the blood about a month, in body organs for several months, but can remain in the bones for years. It affects the brain and nervous system, reproductive capabilities, the kidneys, the digestive system, and the body's ability to make blood.
Early signs of lead poisoning are:
- Tiredness
- Headache
- Metallic taste
- Poor appetite
Later signs of lead poisoning are:
- Aches or pains in stomach
- Constipation
- Muscle and joint pains
- Memory problems
Every day aches and pains may hide these symptoms. It is important to remember that lead may hurt your body even if you do not feel sick.
What Does Your Blood Lead Level Mean?
The most common test for lead is a blood test. It measures how much lead is in your bloodstream. If you think you have been exposed to lead, you should ask your doctor for a blood lead test.
- At levels above 80 µg/dL, serious, permanent health damage may occur (extremely dangerous).
- Between 40 and 80 µg/dL, serious health damage may be occurring, even if there are no symptoms (seriously elevated).
- Between 25 and 40 µg/dL, regular exposure is occurring. There is some evidence of potential physiologic problems (elevated).
- Between 10 and 25 µg/dL, lead is building up in the body and some exposure is occurring.
The typical level for U.S. adults is less than 10 µg/dL (mean=3 µg/dL).
How Can Exposure to Lead Be Reduced?
- Wash your hands and face before you eat, drink or smoke.
- Do NOT eat, drink or smoke or store food, drink, cigarettes or cosmetics in areas of lead dust and fumes.
- Wear a clean, properly fitted air purifying respirator equipped with P100 filters (purple) as a minimum level of protection, in all work areas that have lead dust or fumes. Shave to get the required fit.
- Change into work clothes and shoes before beginning work each day. Keep your street clothes and shoes in a clean place.
- Shower at work at the end of the day, before you go home.
- Launder your clothes at work if possible. If you must take clothes home, wash and dry them separately from other family members' clothes.
What is "Take Home" Lead?
Lead dust can be brought into your home on work clothes and equipment. This is called "take home" lead and it can harm anyone who comes in contact with it.
Lead poisoning in children is especially dangerous because small amounts of lead can cause learning problems and serious illness.
If young children live in your home and you work with lead, talk to your doctor about having them tested.
What Are Some Sources of Occupational Lead Exposure?
- Breaking up old lead batteries
- Torch cutting coated and uncoated metal
- Remodeling and renovation work
- Sanding, scraping or blasting lead-based paint
- Handling scrap metal
- Soldering electronics, stained glass or radiators
- Shooting in and cleaning indoor firing ranges
- Smelting operations - bronze, brass, copper or iron foundries
- Handling artist pigments
Some hobbies involve lead exposure such as:
- Shooting in indoor ranges
- Making your own bullets or fishing sinkers
- Making stained glass or pottery
- Removing lead based paint (e.g., home renovations)
Who Can Help?
Remember to follow your employer's recommendations for safe cleaning practices, and correct use of personal protective equipment and ventilation systems.
Your Doctor or other Medical Care Provider. If you are concerned about lead exposure for yourself or others in your house, see a doctor. The doctor can arrange for blood testing and help you interpret any exposure and health effects. It is important for your doctor to know about your possible lead exposure even if you do not have any symptoms.
Your Employer or Union. If you know that you have been exposed to lead, talk to your employer and union about how to reduce exposures. Your employer is required to help you avoid lead exposure with appropriate work practices, protective controls and equipment, and training. Your employer should also provide you with a properly fitting respirator, if necessary. Your safety officer should check your work area for lead dust or fumes.
New York State Department of Health. The Health Department can provide guidance, information and technical assistance to you on many occupational health issues.
U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration. If you feel that your employer does not adequately address a safety or health hazard, you have the right to request an inspection by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration. In filing a complaint, you can request your identity to be withheld from your employer.
New York State Department of Labor. If you are a public employee (work for State, county or city offices), OSHA standards are enforced by the New York State Department of Labor. In filing a complaint, you can request your identity to be withheld from your employer.
Occupational Health Clinic Network
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Companies gear up for summer oil exploration
Friday, April 22, 2011
Moffat County Commissioner Audrey Danner considers it the commission's job to pay attention to the future of energy development and the extraction industry in the county.
That's why Danner said she and the rest of the commission are keeping an eye on developing interest from oil companies in drilling a local portion of a geological layer known for its oil called the Niobrara formation.
"This opportunity of increased energy development and extraction is part of our economy," she said. "I want to support it as long as those companies are respectful of the rules and work within our community as good corporate citizens."
So far, four primary companies have stepped up and shown interest in the area's resources, Moffat County Natural Resources Director Jeff Comstock said.
Those companies include Shell, Quicksilver Resources, Gulfport Energy and Axia Energy, he said.
"Those (companies) certainly have dominated the lease buying market in this area over the last six months," he said.
There has been eight applications filed with the state to drill in the Niobrara formation, Comstock said, noting the applications would likely be for exploratory wells.
Shell has two of those pending permits and Quicksilver has one pending and three approved permits, he said.
"It is very consistent with what we would have expected when it comes to test wells," Comstock said. "There are various depths and locations that the permits show they will be testing."
Two other permits have also been issued in Routt County in the Niobrara, one of which is located close to the Moffat County border, Comstock said.
Rick Buterbaugh, vice president of investor relations for Quicksilver, said the company has leased more than 150,000 acres of minerals and is still looking to expand.
"We think that acreage is prospective for both oil and gas resources out of the Niobrara formation, primarily," he said. "We expect to begin our initial exploratory tests on the oil side of that later this year."
Buterbaugh said his company plans to drill six vertical exploratory wells in Moffat and Routt counties, the first of which would begin at the end of May.
"With success on that, with the large acreage position that we have, we think this could be a significant opportunity for Quicksilver," he said. "We have already established an initial preliminary office in the area, which could be expanded with ongoing success there."
Buterbaugh said even though the company is starting the exploratory phase of drilling, officials are "very encouraged by the geology we've seen to date."
"Obviously, we think the prospectivity of it certainly warrants those tests," he said.
Carolyn Tucker, Shell community relations representative, said the company plans to drill between seven and 12 exploratory wells starting this summer. The company, she said, is in the process of prioritizing its well orientations and locations, although plans are still "in flux."
Those wells could be a combination of vertical and horizontal wells "depending on what the subsurface dictates," she said.
"We're looking for the best access case so it really depends on what that geology says," Tucker said.
Tucker said Shell has a good understanding of the area's resources due to its acquisition of East Resources, an established oil company that operated in the county for several years.
"(They) did have success producing oil in that area, plus there has been energy development in Moffat County for over 50 years," she said. "So, there's been success in the county, so what we're trying to do is assess what we call the potential reservoir by exploring and drilling wells so we get a snapshot."
However, Tucker said the future of large-scale oil production in the area depends on what the company finds in its test wells.
"It's not a given," she said. "It's something we are really deliberate and cautious about doing our homework on to make sure that this is something that is a viable, long-term play and we don't know that until we do the exploration activity and a lot of analysis at the other side."
However, Shell is compiling a list of local and regional contractors to accommodate production if it is warranted, she said.
Tucker is also hoping to schedule some informational meetings with residents and organizations as Shell's plans become more concrete, she said.
"We'll start with hopefully some (Craig) Chamber (of Commerce) presentations and then roll up into a community open house once we have got a little bit more of those plans finalized," she said. "I've been having some other conversations with some local folks and it's looking pretty good."
Commissioner Tom Gray said he has heard several residents and business owners ask about the status of exploratory drilling, but said most have a "wait and see" attitude.
"I haven't heard anything new that it will be more than just the exploratory phase to see what we've got," he said. "But, you've got to believe there are really good prospects."
Gray said he is ready for the summer to come, as are many residents who are "pinning hopes on that and seeing some light in the distance that we can wait and see what it is when it gets closer."
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ronswanson 3 years, 9 months ago
Sounds like the government is really getting in the way of development here. We need to start drilling today people, full speed ahead.
onewhocares 3 years, 9 months ago
Report: Natural gas drillers injected tons of carcinogenic chemicals into wells
"The New York Times' Ian Urbina reported over the weekend that, according to a report released by three House Democrats--Representatives Henry A. Waxman of California, Edward J. Markey of Massachusetts and Diana DeGette of Colorado--natural gas drillers injected hundreds of millions of gallons of 29 known carcinogens into the ground in 13 states while fracking for gas. Some of the ingredients mixed into the hydraulic fracturing fluids were common and generally harmless, like salt and citric acid. Others were unexpected, like instant coffee and walnut hulls, the report said. Many of the ingredients were "extremely toxic," including benzene, a known human carcinogen, and lead.Companies injected large amounts of other hazardous chemicals including 11.4 million gallons of fluids containing at least one of the toxic or carcinogenic B.T.E.X. chemicals — benzene, toluene, xylene and ethylbenzene. The companies used the highest volume of fluids containing one or more carcinogens in Colorado, Oklahoma and Texas. In February a congressional investigation found that natural gas drillers injected over 32 million gallons of diesel into the ground in some states during the fracking process."
This county just sold its' soul & health to the devil. It's so ridiculous that it is going to take our children & folks to become really sick before people realize the horrendous mistake they made by selling out their lands to the gas companies. To you personally Commissioners & the gas & oil people: I truly don't know how you sleep at night or look in a mirror. You are all truly shameless without a conscious.
GreyStone 3 years, 9 months ago
Moffat county will have enough revenue from all this mineral leasing, oil&Gass drilling they will be able to bring sanitary drinking water to everyone in the county… there will be no need to think about contamination in a water well. Who drinks water from a well anyway? I thought we all drank pure water from the city water purification system. Drinking water from a well is so outdated when we have modern water purification systems provided by our city governments. This is so "Third world", drinking from an unsanitary hole on the ground in the first place.
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About Mike Symon
Federal Member for Deakin 2007-2013
Mike Symon was born in the electorate and has lived in Ringwood and Heathmont for the last 30 years.
Mike lives with his wife Cheryl and their two school aged daughters in Heathmont.
Mike commenced an electrical mechanic's apprenticeship in 1983 as a 17 year old. Mike worked for over 20 years as a qualified industrial and commercial electrician and continued to train in additional areas such as electrical, telecommunications, data, fibre optics and workplace training. Mike holds a Diploma (Certificate V) of Occupational Health and Safety.
As the local representative, Mike brought his local knowledge, energy, and a wealth of experience to representing the people of Deakin.
As a Member of Parliament, Mike chaired the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Education and Employment; and was a member of the Standing Committee on Infrastructure and Communications; the Standing Committee on Petitions; the Standing Committee on Privileges and Members' Interests and the Joint Standing Committe on the National Broadband Network.
Mike is passionate about securing economic opportunities and jobs for Deakin, supporting local communities, and is focused on education and training, local infrastructure upgrades and maintaining fair work laws for working people.
Mike served as the Federal Labor Member for Deakin in the 42nd and 43rd Federal Parliaments from November 2007 to September 2013.


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Same-day farm-to-table dining worth drive to Oahu's Kahumana Organic Farm & Cafe
by: Derek Paivaposted: Tue Oct 05, 2010 at 05:29 PM
The fresh spinach also lent robust flavor to the soup of the day—light, delicious and thickened by pureed onion and potatoes.
The cafe's Greek salad is served daily, with Zuckerman's toothsome housemade cilantro hummus. The medley of Kahumana produce in the salad on the day we lunched included fresh mizuna, tatsoi, arugula, red kale, cucumber. Zuckerman crafts his salad dressing with fresh Kahumana herbs.
The cafe's macadamia nut pesto is tossed with whole wheat pasta and bits of Kalamata olive, carrot, garlic, onion and produce from the morning harvest (on the day we lunched, two varieties of kale). It's served with lightly blanched, still crisp Swiss chard. For just $3 extra, you can order the pasta with a thick, locally-sourced ahi steak drizzled with olive oil, parsley and garlic.
Kahumana Cafe's entree special—eggplant, long squash and tomato ratatouille with turkey meatballs—was a homey and delicious marvel of fresh vegetable and herb flavors.
The cafe's dessert menu features fresh fruit from the farm, such as mango, when in season. When Zuckerman can't get fruit fresh from the fields, he opts for market-purchased organic ingredients like raspberries for this housemade brownie with fresh whipped cream ...
... or Italian plum for this fresh-baked Linzer torte. Hungry yet? Here's how to get to the cafe ...
Kahumana Organic Farm & Cafe, 88-660 Lualualei Homestead Road, (808) 696-8844, www.kahumanafarms.org. Click here for directions from Waikiki and Honolulu.
Photos: Dawn Sakamoto
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Laundry List Thursday: Shopbop
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Let's say you are hot sexy cunt like me, 5'9 and 115 pounds (ok, I lied… 118) except you havesize 32A tits and a bald pussy. You have $6,500* to spend at Shopbop . Six thousand five hundred smackeroos because god dammit, five grand is nothing! What would you get?
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