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- Multi-Cultural 67 Images Three kinds of sexy cum together to make a fucking incredible multi-cultural sexual experience. Like the sound of it? What would you give to have a shot with these two girls -- both unique, gorgeous and horny -- ready to show you the time of your life. The wet and ready pussies of Spain and the USA join forces to conquer one giant throbbing cock...you tell us who cums out on top ;-) A cross-continent event like never before and off the press! More like this coming to X-Art (wait until you see some of the groups with Aubrey). Make sure to sign up now because we are spending a lot on production and you will LOVE it! xoxo Colette & Brig!
- Summertime 127 Images It's Summertime and this talented X-Art model couple enjoyed playing on the beach, but were ready to have some HOT SEX once they got back to the studio. As professional dancers they love to be watched. Calvin was quick to ditch the camera and divulge in Jessica's cock sucking skills. Then this athletic pair shows you what passionate sex REALLY looks like. It's fucking impressive from every angle. It's summertime! xo Colette
- A Cloudy Hot Day (Mila's First Lesbian Experience) 72 Images We're poolside with two of the hottest girls on the planet -- Mila K and Caprice. AND THIS IS MILA K's FIRST LESBIAN EXPERIENCE EVER ONLY FOR X-ART (and more to cum....) They're topless, tan and taking everything off. They're diving in (to each other's sweet pussies) and getting super wet in the process. See, you don't actually have to get IN the water to have a good time. xo Colette
- Pure Aubrey 72 Images Watch this 19 year-old fashion model masturbate until she's slippery & wet. Aubrey is exclusive to X-Art and showing off her best assets (beautiful, mysterious eyes, perky breasts and pink pussy included). I can't imagine anyone who can say no to her.. Offering 100% pure Aubrey right here, right now xoxo Colette :-)
- Forever You 34 Images After Alina masturbates for you, you're both dying to have one another entirely. Cum have a piece of this beautiful Spanish girl...or maybe all of her. She'll reciprocate the favor beyond your expectations, so give in and have fun. Her pussy is so sweet, you will definitely cum back for seconds.
- Truth Or Dare 138 Images Truth or Dare? The adult version of the game as they swap, suck and fuck until an explosive finish! By Colette
- Tiffany's Tight Ass 71 Images We have an AMAZING surprise for you! (if you enjoy first times and/or back door love), you've come to the right place. This is EXCLUSIVELY for X-Art (soon to also be featured for members on our new site (but we wanted to get this scene to our loyal members now). Tiffany wanted to try and decided she was ready to explore her oh-so-tight ass. This video alone is worth the cost of joining. Watch her lucky boyfriend of 10 years get his first try on camera. Cum inside.
- Cassie My Love 69 Images Cassie is pure perfection. A perfect body, beautiful breasts, gorgeous face and eyes you could just drown in. Watch her here as she explores herself and gets turned on. The soft breeze kissing her skin feels cool as she heats up from an intense orgasm.
- Introducing Maya 43 Images Maya M is a natural beauty and a VERY natural sex superstar. And today she's spending some intimate time fantasizing about a cock in her tight, wet pussy while she rubs her clit in her favorite sex positions. Who wouldn't want to give it to her from behind? She's ready and waiting to kick things off...and then get off. So cum in and join the fun..
- The Studio Part II 89 Images HD Video: After the girls fuck each other crazy, Angelica is still horny and yearning for a cock. But she has a little more modeling to do first...for a very lucky photographer. Before he can say "that's a wrap," this horny blondie will have his pants off and his dick in her mouth. Then she'll crawl on top, riding so fast and hard until he explodes in this stunning Russian beautie's mouith. Can you even imagine if this were you. Cum inside and see what it's like to fuck the hottest woman in the world...
- Fuck Me More 97 Images What would you do if your dream girl asked you to fuck her? Or even better...TOLD you to fuck her. Maybe stutter, then spit out "God YES!"...or here's an idea...why don't you watch a little more X-Art and work on your sex skills? Then the issue will not be whether your dream girl asks you fuck her, it will be how much she begs you to fuck her MORE! Here's what you do first: join the erotic revolution. Second: watch Kim and Jake show you how it's done. Lastly: Lather, rinse and repeat ;-) xo Colette
- Sunset Memories 67 Images t's golden hour and Kaylee and Kyle are in the mood for LOVE. Well at first Kaylee wants to get herself off, then Kyle enters and sees her fingering and gets extremey turned on. I think most guys do get hot when they see their gf or wife masturbating (contrary to some women's controversy on this subject). She's already wet but loves the feel of his tongue on her clit. She insists he gets inside of her, she wants to feel all of his cock in her pussy. The passion (and ORGASMS) here are as awesome as you've ever seen! Cum join them & make your own sunset memories. XOXO Colette
- Sexy En Noir 107 Images Ever since the "Group Sex" fun, Susie and Jake have been "jonesing" for one another (or however you spell that word). These two X-Art models are equally sexy and sophisticated, and they both know it (in a really good way). Come to think of it, there's so many kinds of sexy. Fun sexy...flirty sexy...seductively sexy...submissively sexy...glamourously sexy...and of course my favorite, naughty sexy. They're all hot! But this one we call Sexy En Noir...and it is FUCKING HOT. Enjoy!
- Epic Love 85 Images For the first time ever, we are eager and very happy to present Lisa in a boy-girl scene with her sexy real-life love, Max. These lovers are amazing people with a very beautiful love story (and super HOT sex life!) Cum see this passionate couple have some fun in their bedroom. Their chemistry is dream-worthy! Welcome to X-Art Max :-)
- Do Me Darling 61 Images Step into a sexy century where a pretty little blonde darling and her handsome gentleman explore their sexual chemistry. Imagine this babe giving you a "come hither" look, then inviting you to join her on the bed. You KNOW a good time is about to be had. Watch her put her man's cock in her delicate mouth and pussy. You just might love it as much as they both did. Cum on...do me darling.
- Tease Me, Please Me 92 Images Nothing's better than foreplay...followed by incredible sex, of course. Jessica loves to be teased, just to make her even hotter and wetter. When she's all tied up, she just might take her frustrations out on your cock (which happens to be at her mouth's level once she's on her knees). You'll like this seriously slutty side of her, especially when you bend her over the chair and across the floor. Yes please!
- Give Me More Part I 69 Images For a bonus today, one of our most favorite X-Art models gives you the ultimate treat -- an exclusive one-on-one with her and her magical body! Prepare to be drooling within seconds of the start...and then as time continues, you will both get even hotter. Her luscious breasts, delicate curves, and perfect pussy will keep you LOVING this photo set! And can you believe she's only getting started?! Check out her Part II! "Give me more" she says ;-)
- The Camera Loves Her 86 Images Everyone knows Tiffany is an erotic superstar, and tonight she's showing you exactly why that is. Her flirty attitude, "fuck me" eyes, and badass body are a killer combination. Add her nymphomaniac personality to the mix and you will be cumming before you know it. She will fuck your brains out or at least show you how she wants YOU to fuck her. She's wet and ready, so join and cum inside!
- East Meets West 60 Images What guy hasn't thought about going on a trip and fucking gorgeous girls along the way? In Prague's Czech Republic, this might mean putting your erection into a HOT wet pussy (and a girl named Maria). She would love to see what you have to offer. I'm sure she'll be wet and willing as she sucks and fucks all night long. Her ponytail is for pulling, so bend her over and cum inside...
- Fashion Models Are Bisexual 92 Images Fashion Models are Bisexual. Need I say more? Everybody knows that! LOL. But if for some reason you were one of the people who was unaware of this fact, then you can watch this video and tell me what you think after. Cum on, if you were that hot wouldn't you want to fuck anything that moved (of course if he/she were equally hot). And if you're not that hot, as in 99.999% of the planet, you can sit back and watch to see if these bisexual models make you cum like crazy!
- Sexual Vanity 64 Images Do blondes really have more fun? YES! Which means you will have more fun too when a hot one strips out of her lingerie and masturbates and cums hard while thinking of your cock inside her. Aliyah is playful and provocative...an excellent combination. And she's seducing you silly today, so sit back and let her do her thing (and you do your thing).
- In The Blind 122 Images HOLY HOTNESS!! For the first time ever, see Caprice in a threesome with her man Marcello AND another very lucky guy! This couple is amazing to start with, and Caprice is pretty much the sexiest girl on the planet. So what is there not to love? Watch a flirty tie up and blindfold situation turn extra fun when Marcello has Jake sneak in and assist him in pleasuring sweet Caprice. Once her blindfold is undone, she is freshly orgasm'd and ready to blow and fuck these guys' brains out. Get some now...in the blind! You have to see this!
- Feeling Frisky 100 Images The Red Fox (now exclusive to X-Art) is an exotic fashion model whose unique look and sexual apetite is super attractive to Jake (and us, of course!). Join this pair in experiencing their first time together. You'll especially love her mysterious, sweet seduction of him, then later a really really HOT 69 postion, and finally riding Jake until they both cum. Join in if you're feeling frisky ;-) XO
- Group Sex 154 Images When Angelica and Ben invited their three closest friends over for cocktails and "fun", they probably had no idea just how enjoyable their evening would be. Where these beautiful people go, sexy times indeed follow. And this occasion is no exception! You will be desperate to join in on the fun -- which involves a whole lot of sucking, fucking, and cumming altogether. Good luck lasting through this beautifully erotic masterpiece! You will need it ;-)
- Grow Up With Me 159 Images When Baby first started at X-Art she had never been with a woman, much less a group! Caprice had much more experience and she brings her little X-Art sister into a really hot and passionate couples session. All four were so turned on. Watch as they give each other multiple orgasms.
- She's A Spinner 98 Images Watch this sexy little spinner slide onto her man's cock. She has it all -- brains, beauty (what a cute face) and that tiny body often referred to as a spinner! Cum inside and join to see what magic tricks this little angel can and will do to you! Happy Labor Day Weekend! xoxo Love, Colette
- Bedtime Hijinks 66 Images Care for some lively enjoyment in the bedroom? Leave it to Elena to entertain you in the most pleasurable way possible. This girl gets started with some major flirtation (and thank god she doesn't stop there). Then watch her as she shows you her favorite position...getting it (or giving it to herself) from behind, that is. I think you may want to set this one on repeat. Fuck yes.
- Enjoy the Ride 53 Images Have you ever been in the mood to lay back and have your woman ride you like a cowgirl? Especially if she's ready to ride it up and down all night, squirting all over you. So unzip your pants and enjoy the ride. Watch this hot little Czech girl and her breasts as they bounce up and down, while her pussy squeezes onto you with her every move. Get ready for the rodeo. xoxo Colette & Franzi
- Too Hot To Handle 101 Images There has never been a better way to describe Riley (well except, too cute, too sexy, too gorgeous, too creative)...well you get the picture! Finally, Finally we welcome one of my personal favorite pornstars of all time to X-Art! This is just a tiny taste of what's to cum...I promise she will leave you HOT and I hope you can handle it. xoxo Colette
- Sex Retreat 86 Images It's time for a little R&R for this fashion model, who's inviting you to help her work out life's stresses via HOT sex at her favorite desert resort. So we are off to Palm Springs with one of the hottest couples on the planet! What makes it so hot you ask? Her perfect lips (both pairs) watching this ballerina wrap herself her boyfriend's throbbing cock, her flexibility and "fuck me forever" attitude, and lastly...well it's her secret. Cum let loose, it's time for a sex retreat. xoxo Love, Colette
- Not Alone 98 Images Kaylee is enjoying pleasuring herself in bed this morning....but soon realizes she's not alone when Kyle sees her and (although loves just watching her touch herself) decides he can't resist to offer a little help ;-) Kaylee enjoys the touch of his tongue on her clit and pussy, but badly wants his hard cock inside of her now. Watch this real-life couple make love missionary style, then spoon (where Kaylee has an incredible orgasm!), and finally a super sexy 69 position!
- Summertime Lunch 108 Images Lily and Bret planned to have a little lunch date today. Lily however has another appetizer in mind beforehand. This blondie has a rockin body and a one-of-a-kind smile. She charms her man into countertop sex (who would object?) and blows his mind, like I'm sure she will blow yours. Summertime is the perfect time for flirtation and flings...AND kitchen rendezvous! Get a taste of Lily as we welcome her to the wonderful world of X-Art! It's lunchtime.
- Yours Forever 95 Images This may be the most beautiful I've ever seen Lisa! She's like a rare, wild flower that just radiates happiness (and AMAZING sexual energy!) Enjoy Lisa's incredible body and her equally incredible orgasm, then be in even more awe of her blowjob skills. Wow. If you can hold out until she climbs on top of her man, you will LOVE the way they fuck...so passionately! Did I mention a delicious finish? Cum witness something spectacular! Yours Forever
- A Dream Of You (Naked In My Bed) 56 Images Gina is a tiny girl with a major sex drive. Actually, she is what I'd call cock-obsessed (lucky Mathew!) She gets turned on seeing his morning erection and begins to masturbate. It doesn't take long before she crawls on top of him, waking him in the best way EVER possible. Watch Gina suck and fuck Mathew like never before. She knows what he likes...and maybe what you like too. XO
- Deep Down In Me 96 Images Only at X-Art will you see his huge cock penetrating her tiny pussy. And even better, she and her man are open for sharing! So like the famous quote from the movie Dumb and Dumber, "So you're telling me there's a chance.." It might be one in a million but there is one! So check her out closely, just in case you are that lucky one in a million. Line up boys and get ready to get deep inside Caprice. xoxo Love Colette
- Hot Summer Rain 57 Images Who doesn't like a wet t-shirt contest? And who doesn't like to watch a hot fashion model dripping from said wet shirt and tight pussy. She pushes her strong fingers in and out until she cums all over herself. Luckily the rain is there to wash all that cum away. She's really wet now. Cum in, she's all yours.
- At Home With Tiffany 88 Images What better way to complete Valentine's weekend than to see these two real life lovebirds have a sexy good time at home? There's really nothing more enjoyable than witnessing true love...and then experiencing some really great sucking and fucking along with it :-) Tiffany and Brandon are one of a kind (or two of a kind, I guess :-)) Get it on with them tonight! XOXO
- Dancing Romance 94 Images Kaylee and Kyle are an adventurous pair, but they also enjoy the little moments spent together -- laughing, flirting and dancing -- which conveniently often leads to kissing and oh-so-beautiful fucking. This is one of those times. And this is also one of those times that she "forgot" to wear panties. As Kyle slides Kaylee's black dress up, revealing her garter belt, stockings, and beautiful pussy, he can't help but enjoy the view (and make the most of this "sexceptional" moment)!
- Fucking Blonde Perfection 72 Images Susie is hotter and hornier than ever and ready for an afternoon fuck fest. Sit back, relax and unzip your pants as she crawls on top of you. She straddles you like she'll never let go. And trust me, you won't want her to. Especially when you both cum long and HARD. This is fucking blonde perfection.
- Be With Me 71 Images Get ready to fall in love (yet again) with a stunning brunette X-Art babe! Carrol is feeling frisky and wants to get it on with Mike before they're off to dinner. You'll definitely see she's got quite the appetite when she's naked and on top of her man, riding him sooooo gooood! Mmm and then back on her back where you can cum with them both. Turns out Mike was just as hungry as Carrol, as he goes down on her and brings her to orgasm one last time. Ahh, what a man...And what a woman! Wow! Be with me now :-)
Tiffany's Tight Ass
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HD Video: With her fashion model body, full lips, penetrating eyes and personality, X-Art exclusive model Tiffany can do anything. Given the bond of trust and love that we long have shared with her, Tiffany wanted our subscribers to see her as YOU NEVER HAVE SEEN HER BEFORE.It started when Tiffany looked into Brandon's eyes and said,"I want you to fuck me in my ass – and with our X-Art friends watching!" On the first day on the set, everyone was excited and nervous with anticipation. As Tiffany looked into our cameras with a twinkle in her eyes as she sucked Brandon's cock, I knew that she really was ready. Cum insude and see what happens! xoxo Colette
- Marry Me Caprice 172 Images Caprice is getting married! Not really, but this is her actual boyfriend and his first time having sex on camera.
- So Young 127 Images So many of you have been waiting to see this gorgeous young girl in a boy-girl scene...well here she is! And Emilie's as sexy and confident as ever! Just watch the way she sucks and fucks Dylan (then some 69 action, and to finish...a beautiful cumshot). You will be mesmerized by their appetite for sex and elegance in doing it. So young, yet sooooo good :-) Seconds please!
- In For The Night 117 Images Tiffany and Brandon are back!!! And they are better than ever, and they have been together since the sixth grade! They are made for each other! And tonight, tonight they are "in for the night" (with our lights obviously so you can see the action). Watch and enjoy this amazing couple cumming together and back at X-Art! Looking forward to more of them in 2014! Stay in, watch X-Art ;-) xo ~ Colette
- Playing Dress Up 101 Images What's more fun than two girls enjoying time together by letting loose and playing dress up (in sexy lingerie)? Maybe a strong, sexy man like Markus being invited to join in on the fun. Watch the sex goddesses dress up, turn each other on, turn Markus on, and turn YOU on all at once. The touching, sucking, and fucking is a spectacle with these two beauties, so cum see them play! :-)
- Back For More 63 Images Aubrey and Xander are hitting their second date out of the park. This girl is HOT as hell, and her pussy's been wet since their last date. You'll be staring into her beautiful "fuck me" eyes while you imagine what this would be like if it were you. I swear every guy who meets this teenage beauty falls in love. And you can tell how much she loves the sex from the interview! I mean weren't we all crazy horny at 19? Merry Christmas! Love, Team X-Art (and Aubrey sends a kiss).
The Studio Part II
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HD Video: After the girls fuck each other crazy, Angelica is still horny and yearning for a cock. But she has a little more modeling to do first...for a very lucky photographer. Before he can say "that's a wrap," this horny blondie will have his pants off and his dick in her mouth. Then she'll crawl on top, riding so fast and hard until he explodes in this stunning Russian beauty's mouth. Can you even imagine if this were you? Cum inside and see what it's like to fuck the hottest woman in the world...
- Spanish Heat 82 Images It's always a good time to strip down in this late summer heat -- especially when you're in company of our newest Spanish sex babe Alina and her handsome hunk Fernando. This little hot tamale will make you drool from the second she crawls on top of her man with her super short jean shorts. Then enjoy them strip each other down and go at it in all sorts of steamy positions. The passion is real and the pleasure is abundant. Cum get some Spanish heat!


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5 pounds of meth found during a house search in Delano
2 arrested for drug, weapon charges
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. -
County narcotics units seized five pounds of meth and a loaded weapon in Delano after they searched the home.
On Friday, Feb. 15, the Kern County Sheriff's Office Major Violator Unit served a search warrant at a house on Girard Street in Delano after learning that the residents were suspected of drug trafficking.
Narcotics detectives developed information that 27-year-old Paramount resident, Israel Corrales and several co-conspirators were involved in trafficking pound quantities of illegal narcotics.
Also present at the house at the time the search warrant was served was 37-year-old Los Angeles resident, Artemio Ramirez.
During a search of the home, investigators said they found about five pounds of methamphetamine and a loaded .357 handgun, which appeared to have been discarded by one of the suspects as officers arrived.
Ramirez resisted arrest, but was taken into custody after detectives found him hiding in a closet. He was found to have .357 ammunition and a small amount of cocaine in his pocket.
Officials said Corrales and Ramirez were both arrested and booked into the Kern County Sheriff's Office downtown jail for conspiracy as well as several drug and weapon related charges.
This investigation occurred with the assistance of The California Multi-Jurisdictional Methamphetamine Enforcement Team, Kern Narcotics Enforcement Team, Southern Tri-County HIDTA Task Force, and the KCSO Gang Suppression Section-Investigations Unit.

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Makes about 2 cups
Editor's note: The recipe and introductory text below are excerpted from Rick Rodgers's book Kaffeehaus: The Best Desserts from the Classic Cafés of Vienna, Budapest, and Prague. To read more about Austrian cooking, click here.
This recipe originally accompanied Sachertorte .
This ebony-dark, shiny, intensely sweet chocolate glaze was originally invented to coat Sachertorte, but it's a great icing to use for many other baked goods. The authentic icing must be cooked into syrup that hardens to a fudge-like consistency (some bakers also temper the syrup, a difficult optional step). Schokoladeglasur stays glossy at any temperature, as long as the cake has an undercoat of preserves. Be sure to allow the undercoat to cool and set before applying the chocolate glaze, and use the chocolate glaze immediately after making it, while it is still warm and fluid.
What to do with the leftover glaze that inevitably drips off the pastries and ends up underneath the cooling rack? It makes great hot chocolate! Scrape it up and store it in a covered container in the refrigerator. When you want a cup of hot chocolate, place milk and a few tablespoons of the chocolate glaze to taste in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat, whisking often, to warm the milk and melt the glaze.
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup water
- 6 ounces high-quality bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
1. In a heavy-bottomed medium saucepan (no larger than 2 quarts, or the mixture will reduce too rapidly and burn before it reaches the correct temperature) over high heat, bring the sugar, water, and chocolate to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Attach a candy thermometer to the pan. Reduce the heat to medium and cook, uncovered, stirring, until the mixture reaches 234°F., about 5 minutes.
2. Remove from the heat and stir to cool and thicken slightly, about 1 minute. Use immediately. When pouring, do not scrape the pan.
Use 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup water, and 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate. Make the glaze in a small saucepan.
From the book Kaffeehaus: The Best Desserts from the Classic Cafés of Vienna, Budapest, and Prague by Rick Rodgers ©2002 Published in 2002 by Clarkson Potter/Publishers, a member of the Crown Publishing Group, a division of Random House, Inc.
my notes
- Calories988
- Carbohydrates204 g (68%)
- Fat26 g (39%)
- Protein4 g (7%)
- Saturated Fat15 g (75%)
- Sodium14 mg (1%)
- Polyunsaturated Fat1 g
- Fiber5 g (20%)
- Monounsaturated Fat8 g
- Cholesterol0
recipe at a glance
type: Frosting/Icing
main ingredients: Chocolate
cuisine: Eastern European/Russian


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Cars were broken into while parked at fitness clubs in Chesterfield, and the Chesterfield County/Colonial Heights Crime Solvers program needs your help to solve the cases.
Between 4:45 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10, several cars were broken into at the Midlothian Athletic Club, 10800 Center View Dr., and the Woodlake Aquatic Fitness Club, 14710 Village Square Place. In each case, purses were left in the vehicles in plain sight. Stolen debit cards, credit cards and checks were used, and the total monetary loss was substantial.
Security footage from the Gas Mart at 11201 Patrick Henry Hwy. in Amelia County revealed a black female suspect, 20-29 years of age. She wore a pink hooded sweatshirt and blue shorts, and she was seen in a black, Nissan sedan. A picture of the suspect and her car can be seen on the Crime of the Week page of crimesolvers.net.
If you have information about any unsolved crime in, or fugitive wanted by, Chesterfield County or the city of Colonial Heights, call Crime Solvers at 804-748-0660. Submit a tip electronically at crimesolvers.net or Text-A-Tip by texting "WATSON" plus your tip to CRIMES (274637)**.
** Text STOP to 274637 to cancel. Text HELP to 274637 for help. Msg&Data rates may apply.


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Mane In Heaven is a recognized 501©(3)non-profit organization that provides therapeutic benefits to disabled and able-bodied children and adults through animal-assisted activity and therapy visits with miniature horses leading to improved outcomes of physical, mental and emotional well-being.
Our all-volunteer staff and our adorable "minis" visit nursing homes, schools, hospitals, libraries, veteran facilities, etc. We provide activity visits (fun, promotional) and therapy visits (goal-directed) based on the needs of those we visit.
Miniature horses make phenomenal comfort animals and are very kind and gentle with the proper training. People continuously comment about the gentle and low-key nature of our horses.
What are "visits?" They involve an exchange of unconditional love between our horses and those we visit. People watch, pet, brush, hug and take many pictures with our loving minis. Our horses evoke emotional and spiritual connections and love, joy, laughter and MANY smiles are present at every visit.
Click on the link below for an updated short video of Mane in Heaven visits. While most people traditionally think of dogs as therapy animals, you will see that our miniature therapy horses are amazing comfort horses. Thank you to Scott Drucker for the amazing videography and production of this video so we can show glimpses of the love and healing powers that our horses provide.
Mane In Heaven does not discriminate in its recipients of services on the basis of a person's race, political orientation, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, or mental or physical disability or any other status prohibited by applicable law.


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Go Car
Talk about a smart car! This kid-powered toy has a sleek, built-in handle made for easy gripping, and rubber-coated wheels for smooth rolling. They're built for fun -- now who wants to race?
Why it's a giggle pick We love these cool little cars that are designed for the way kids play.
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Meets the following
giggle Criteria:
MULTI-USE: versatile & long-lasting
HEALTHY: made with safe or organic materials
INNOVATIVE: smart products that do more
RESPONSIBLE: eco-friendly or locally produced
MaterialABS Plastic
Dimensions6" L x 3.5" W x 3.5" H
Age12 Months & Up
Rated 4.9 out of 5 by 7
Rated 5 out of 5 by VanessaP Great for little hands
We got this as a gift for my son when he was a little one. He didn't really start playing with it until the last couple months - he's 18 months now.
The roof of the car is great for little hands - they fit perfectly. The wheels are covered with a nice rubber material, so when your little guy is driving the car on the wood floor - or worse, your freshly painted wall - there aren't dings and scuffs leftover like from harder wheels of similar toys.
The design is cute too - I hate the cheap plastic toys that cover the floors of my friends' homes. This little car looks very mod and very cool, and is something that grownups will comment on.
December 12, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by Fiona Love these cars
These Go cars are terrific. They are safe for little kids, but my son still loves playing with them even now that he's old enough for smaller cars. The handle on top makes them easy to handle. We gave one to a girl friend of my son's, and she loves it too.
March 21, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by Aubrie Great value
My nephew LOVES this car. I bought this for him when he was 9-months-old. It is great for pushing, rolling, and crawling after. This is a toy I feel will be just as enjoyable to him at 3 years as it is now. A great value for the years of use.
March 18, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by xaviensmommy Very cute!
I bought 2 of these for my son for Christmas, I called multiple stores to find the colors I wanted because they were sold out everywhere. We have so much fun racing them around on his road map carpet.
March 24, 2011
Rated 5 out of 5 by lexmom Fun car!
My son received this car as a gift, and he LOVES pushing it himself, as well as letting it go on its own! The rubber wheels are great so they don't destroy our hardwood floors. It is a welcome change from the other LOUD cars that he has.
March 15, 2011
Rated 5 out of 5 by Robby Great gift
I was looking for a gift for my friend's two year old son. This kid has everything but I didn't want to get him clothes. The manager at the Pasadena store recommended this car. When I gave it to him he had been pretty upset and cranky, he saw the car and didn't let it go. My friend called me the next day to tell me that he'd been playing with it non-stop! I love the basic design, its small enough that you don't feel bad giving it as a gift b/c it won't take up too much space. I have another gift to give soon and will definitely include this car.
March 12, 2011
Rated 4 out of 5 by JCampbell Just right for little hands
The shape makes it easy and fun for toddlers to handle. Plus, it is really well-built.
March 10, 2011
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Sun, Jul 14, 13 at 10:38
Follow-Up Postings:
Another Cotoneaster - this time C franchetii - a self sower in the UK and not really very garden worthy. All your other shrubs have shown a fairly knowledgeable gardener was at work before you moved in but this one may be basically a weed. Is it sort of stuck in an odd space as if it grew unintentionally? |
- Posted by LizzieBetty none (My Page) on Sun, Jul 14, 13 at 18:56
Hi Florauk Thank you so much for your responses, I really appreciate you taking the time to get back to me - all invaluable information! The chap who planted this garden originally moved in to the house in the 1930s and tended the garden until the 1990s, so we're keen to get it looking cared for once again so I'm sure I'll be posting some more pics in the near future. Many thanks, LizzieBetty |
Sounds like a really nice project. So many of these plants remind me of my Dad's garden - similar vintage and style of planting. Good luck with it and do come back for more ids. It's our idea of entertainment! |
- Posted by LizzieBetty none (My Page) on Mon, Jul 15, 13 at 16:47
Thank you florauk - I'm just about to post some more pics for you to decipher... |
The one here like this is C. simonsii, with its distinctive stiff habit. C. franchetii is arching. |
Go with bboy's suggestion, Lizzie, he knows far more than I do. |
- Posted by LizzieBetty none (My Page) on Wed, Jul 17, 13 at 14:15
Ok, thanks guys. |
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Has anyone tried the No No hair remover? They don't tell you the price so I figure it's really high. If you have tried it what do you think of it? Worth the cost? I just saw on a picture ad 3 payments of $89 and about $15 shipping. Ebay may be cheaper. |
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- Posted by iowagirl2006 (My Page) on Fri, Feb 8, 13 at 10:16
I think there is a resounding NO NO to the No No. |
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- Posted by ravencajun (My Page) on Fri, Feb 8, 13 at 13:23
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I think I screwed up. This afternoon I downloaded and installed about a dozen updates, in two batches. After the second batch, I got a message on my Desktop that I thought said did I want to open Webshots. I clicked yes. I think now it was asking if I wanted to uninstall it. Don't know how I made such a stupid mistake. It's still listed in my computer but now my Desktop is blank and when I try to open WS, a message says that it has changed or moved.
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Try system restore.. if it does not get back all.. you can undu last system restore easy. Umm you probably will need to check windows updates again.. and reinstall those after the system restore. and fresh downloads might disappear. |
- Posted by ravencajun (My Page) on Fri, Oct 12, 12 at 17:29
check the trash bin see if it is there if so just choose to restore it to its former position. |
- Posted by acraftylady (My Page) on Sat, Oct 13, 12 at 0:14
Webshots is changing and will now be smile so little by little every ones stuff is getting transferred over. You can find out about it on the home page if you haven't gotten the email and get signed up. I don't use the webshots desktop app but I assume it will be no more. I signed up for smile but they haven't transferred my stuff over yet. I really liked webshots best and wish they would have left it alone. Mary |
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- Posted by acraftylady (My Page) on Sat, Oct 13, 12 at 23:59
Yes webshots is shutting down and will now be smile it says and they are transitioning everyone's photos over. Mary |
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Thread: General Reliability Of Alienware
1st June 2010, 04:02 PM #1
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General Reliability Of Alienware
"I just want to admit,im kinda scared of breaking computers and stuff'
I really want to get an m15x for playing all those amazing mmo's coming out in the next few years, but some friends have had quite a few problems.
With my friends new m11x it crashed right in front of us using the internet, had to wipe hard drive and practically reinstall everything. Then another friend's desktop alienware Area-51 ALX which i thought was meant to be the best of the best has crashed on a few occasions. And then you see so many stories and stuff on this website about problems here and there, strange problems as well.
And i am not the person who likes to have to fiddle around in the bios, settings or even in the actual hardware to get solutions, and i really hate sending stuff back. So I'm just wondering, can i just trust and use my m15x out of the box, and what are the chances of it overheating, dying , crashing, etc.?
thanks so much...
1st June 2010, 04:10 PM #2
Re: General Reliability Of Alienware
Computer do break but I don't think AW brake more often then other brands. On top of that with the help of Dell, AW currently has the best gaming laptop warranty of any computer brand and you can even extend it to 4 years with complete care which means if you spill liquid on your PC, you drop your PC, etc... They replace it with an equal value PC.
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1st June 2010, 04:11 PM #3
Re: General Reliability Of Alienware
Of course you are going to receive responses of people having issues with their systems. This type of post/response probably accounts for 85%+ of the traffic on NBR - and not just AW, across the board. The forums are a resource for people having issues. 'Issues' can be anything from a bad install, user error/lack of understanding and of course the occasional bug.
In terms of Alienware/Dell, I direct you to their warranty and repair program. If something goes wrong with the system, you call them up and a tech is dispatched to handle the issue if the phone support staff is unable to resolve. Pretty decent service IMO.
In any event, I am satisfied with purchases I have made with Dell and now AW. I certainly will continue going to them for my system needs.
If you are not a 'tinkerer' then perhaps one of the Dell entry systems. In today's world, you have to be able to 'fiddle' with settings. Especially with a gaming/enthusiast system. IMO of course
Hope this helps.
1st June 2010, 04:11 PM #4
Re: General Reliability Of Alienware
I picked up my M15x last Oct/Nov when they first came out. I have had zero issues with since I bought it, playing Dragon's Age, COD:Modern Warfare II, and my standby, WoW, which doesn't really stress any computer...athough I play at highest resolution without any issues.
ANY computer can have the problems you've described. Best thing you can do is run your utilities weekly (registry cleaner, defrag (unless SSD), virus checker/cleaner, etc.). If you do that, and avoid sites that are KNOWN to infect with malware, you shouldn't have any issues. Of course there is the possibility of faulty hardware, but reading these boards, seems Dell is pretty good about replacing hardware as necessary - even when it appears the user is the one who caused the bricking.
I don't regret my purchase one bit....bill-------------------------------------
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1st June 2010, 04:11 PM #5
Re: General Reliability Of Alienware
I am new too alienware too. The build quality is amazing and tech support is fairly helpful. Crashing though is just a part of using computers. All computers crash at some point, whether it is a minor crash or a major crash. And many crashes are user caused. Since I got my alienware 3 weeks ago I haven't had any crashes and only one problem. My GPU fan was making an odd noise.
The M15x is a great laptop and you shouldn't have any problems with overheating. I heard they have a cooling system almost as good as the M17x and the M17x's cooling system is unbelievably good.
1st June 2010, 04:32 PM #6
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thanks a lot. if the made a good dell xps for example but their current model has some kind of excuse for a graphics card that's hard to accept. and aw has an awesome design....
1st June 2010, 04:35 PM #7
Re: General Reliability Of Alienware
Ive had two alienware laptops, with my third on its way. I only had a problem once and that was my own fault (we dont like to talk about it). The first one a got when I was younger, about 12 years old (Im 20 now). I knew nothing about computers so I just got the stock model. From my experience, you have to know what the components in your computer are doing and what they are capable of. If your getting an alienware, and expecting to treat it like an xbox (by that I mean, just buying games and expecting them to run fine) you might want to stick with an xbox. I learned from experience what these machines are capable of....or not capable of. My second computer, which is about 3 years old now, has had zero problems. I credit that to my understanding of the machine and the frequent maintenance to the system. I dont download anything from unknown sources in fear of viruses (THEY ARE EVERYWHERE!). I dont perform demanding tasks for extended periods of time, and I frequently scan the computer, just in case. On top of that, I back up files on an external drive and then dump whatever I dont need. This type of care is essential for any computer though. Not just an alienware. if you want the best out of your machine, you will have to take care of it.
As far as the forum goes. BatBoy is right. This is a source for people, myself included, to solve problems. So complaints will seem frequent, but you will find people with issues all across the NBR forum.
1st June 2010, 07:08 PM #8
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Well I have had a lot of experiences (almost good ones) with the Dell warranties.
I don't think that computers or any other device are "Made in the Garden of Even". They are made here in our reality, which is not perfect by nature.
My two only complains toward Dell is that it doesn't include a transparent post-production/pre-shipping QC (quality control) and that it doesn't LISTEN dinamicly and proactively to the "in-vitro" clinical experiences of the costumers (as the ones that use this rocking forum to try and find solutions for their problems)...
Maybe this is the reason why Dell is now in the third row...
1st June 2010, 07:50 PM #9
Re: General Reliability Of Alienware
Well I was unlucky with my first purchase but my replacement works like a perfect dream(Playing wow on Ultra settings with average frps on 45 (low 30) (high 60)). And by the way buy a m17x instead of a m15x(space for one more hard disk and the crossfire option is always nice to have) . The only catch about Dell is that if your machine breaks down and they cannot fix the issue after three attempts of repair then a replacement will take around 2-3 months to get(unless the repair is a success of course). However Dell's on site repair on next working day is very nice and fast.
Specs for my AWESOME MACHINE : Alienware m17x-R2 Lunar Silver |Intel i7 620M | 17in WideUXGA 1920 x 1200 - Beyond HD (1200p) - Dual CCFL | 6144MB 1333MHz DDR3 Dual Channel | Hard Drive 320GB Serial ATA (7200RPM) | Blu-Ray ROM Combo Drive | 1GB ATI GDDR5 Mobility Radeon HD 5870 | Benchmark 13600 | Razer Naga mmog mouse
2nd June 2010, 12:38 AM #10
Re: General Reliability Of Alienware
Well as long as you take care of your stuff it will last a long time. Im hoping my M17x will last a minimum of 5 years.


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Rayalaseema రాయలసీమ Hiranyaka Rastram |
Region of Andhra Pradesh | |
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Country | India |
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• Total | 67,526 km2 (26,072 sq mi) |
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• Density | 226/km2 (590/sq mi) |
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Rayalaseema (Rāyalasīma) is a geographic region in the state of Andhra Pradesh in India. It includes the southern districts of Anantapur, Chittoor, Kadapa and Kurnool. With an area of 67,526 km2(42.00% of state area ),Rayalaseema is larger than Kerala,Punjab,Himachal Pradesh and nine other states in India.It has a population of 15,184,908 (2011 census), which is 30.03% of the state population.Rayalaseema borders the state of Tamil Nadu to the south, Karnataka to the west, Telangana to the north and Coastal andhra region of Andhra pradesh to the east.The region contributes 52 assembly segments to Andhra pradesh state legislature and 8 parliamentary constituencies to Indian parliament.These Telugu-speaking districts were part of the Madras Presidency until 1953, when Telugu-speaking districts of the Presidency were carved out to form Andhra State.[2] From 1953 to 1956, the region was part of Andhra State. In 1956, the Telangana region was merged with Andhra State to form Andhra Pradesh State.[3] Earlier, Bellary district was part of Rayalaseema. With the formation of states based on languages, Bellary was joined to Karnataka. The city of Bellary, which has large numbers of both Kannada and Telugu speakers, was included in Mysore after protracted debate and controversy.
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During the British era, the Nizam of Hyderabad ceded this area to the British, and is also called Ceded Districts'. After Independence, it was renamed as Rayalaseema as 'seema' was an administrative unit of the Vijayanagara Empire similar to today's districts.
Origin of the name[edit]
The name Rayalaseema became popular only in the 20th century. This region was known as Datta Mandalalu or Datta seema (ceded region) as three districts (present Rayalaseema) were ceded to the British rulers by the Nizam of Hyderabad in gratitude for British help in several wars in 1802. At the beginning of the 20th century many intellectuals of this region were under the opinion that this name was insulting to the prestige of the public. On 17 and 18 November 1928 the Andhra Maha Sabha meeting was held in Nandyal town. A serious discussion came about on the naming of this region among the participant leaders. Chilukuri Narayana Rao suggested the name Rayalaseema as the Rayala Dynasty of the Vijayanagara Empire ruled mainly this region and a culture with a proud heritage had flourished. (It was thought that this name was given by Gadicherla Harisarvottama Rao. This statement was in debate for long time; after thorough research it was found that Chilukuri must be credited.)
The name "Rayalaseema" was widely accepted and well received by the intellectuals and people at large.[4] When coastal Andhra leaders started a "separate Andhra" movement to secede from Madras state, the Rayalaseema leaders did not support it initially mainly due to the doubts about the development of this area if united with Andhra after the separation. To clear the doubts of the Rayalasema people the "Sribagh pact" was made on 16 November 1937.[5]
Telugu culture reached its zenith during the Vijayanagara rule under Sri Krishnadevaraya. Amongst Ashta Diggajas, Allasani Peddana, Dhoorjati, Nandi Timmana, Maadayyagari Mallana and Ayyalaraju RamaBhadrudu are from this region.
Poets like Vemana, Sri Potuluri Virabrahmendra Swami from Kadapa district played a great role in educating the common people through their literary works. It is also claimed by some experts that Pothana, who penned Andhra Mahabhagavatham, was actually born at Ontimitta village of Kadapa District.
Bellary has had a rich past in Telugu drama, with famed dramatists like Bellary Raghava, Dharmavaraṃ Rāmakr̥ṣṇamācāryulu and Kolachalam Srinivasa Rao contributing to the Telugu literary drama from Bellary, supported by a number of drama theatres in the town. Today, the Raghava Kala Mandir in the town is named after Bellary Raghava.
Indian philosopher and spiritual teacher Jiddu Krishnamurti and Sir Cattamanchi Ramalinga Reddy - an essayist, poet and educationist are from this region.
Music and actors[edit]
Tyagaraja - Ancestors of Tyagaraja, the celebrated composer amongst the Carnatic Music Trinity are from this area. Tyagaraja, a Mulakanadu Brahmin (a sub-sect originally prevalent only in RayalaSeema), in one of his compositions declares about the ancestors belonging to "Kakarla" village in the current day RayalaSeema.
Annamayya (a.k.a. Tallapaka Annamacharya) - born in Kadapa district and credited to have composed about 32,000 Keerthanas on Lord Venkateswara, which are popular even today among the music lovers.[6] Apart from the songs on Sri Venkateswara, he also composed lullabies like Chandamama Raave, jaabilli raave, which every Telugu mother sings.
Tarigonda Vengamamba - Belongs to Tarigonda near Tirupati and composed many songs and poems on Tharigonda Narasimha Swamy and Lord Venkateswara.
Rallapalli Anantha Krishna Sharma - Sangita Kalanidhi, a musicologist and scholar from Ananthapuram area.[4]
SriPada Pinakapani - Settled in Kurnool (21st Century). He is guru of other Telugu stalwarts like Oleti Venkateswarlu, Nedunuri Krishnamurti, Nookala Chinna Satyanarayana, Malladi Brothers and others.
Chitturu Nagayya or Chittor V. Nagaiah birth name - Vuppaladadiyam Nagayya (వుప్పలదడియం నాగయ్య) (28 March 1904 – 30 December 1973) was an Indian actor, composer, director, producer, writer and playback singer of Telugu film industry, Andhra Pradesh, India. Indian film journalist and the editor of Film India, Baburao Patel, described Nagiah as 'The Paul Muni of India'. Nagaiah acted in about 200 Telugu films, and 160 films in Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi.
Rayalaseema has many important places of pilgrimage for Hindus.
- Tirumala Venkateswara Temple - Abode of Lord Venkateswara.
- Srisailam - Abode of Mallikarjuna (Lord Shiva).
- Adoni - Sri Mahayogi Lakshmamma Avva Temple
- Ahobilam - Where Narasimha blessed Prahlada.
- Srikalahasti - Temple of Lord Shiva
- Mahanandi - Lord Shiva temple
- Yaganti eswara - Lord Shiva temple
- Mantralayam - One of the most important pilgrim places for Madhva sect of Brahmins.
- Puttaparthi - Abode of Sri Satya Sai Baba.
- Kanipakam - Temple of Lord Ganapathi
- Kadiri - Lord LAKSHMI NARASIMHA SWAMY [Along with Prahalada].
- Lord Anjaneya Swamy Temple Kasapuram, Guntakal - Sri Nettikanti Anjaneya Swamy Temple, built during Krishna Devaraya regime.
- Lepakshi nandi temple in Ananthapuram district
- KonetiRayala Swamy Temple Famous for the temple of Lord Venkateshwara in Keelapatla Village, Chittoor Dt.
- Ontimitta - Famous for the temple of Sri Rama, where on the Sri Ramanavami day, Mutyalatalambralu is accorded to the lord by the state government along with Bhadrachalam.
- Bramhamgari Matam Famous for the temple Sri Pothuluri Veera Bramhendra Swamulavaru, Kandimallayapalle Village Kadapa district.
- Pushpagiri Famous for the temple Sri Chennakesava Swamy beside of Penna River
- Tallapaka birthplace of annamayya
- Devuni Kadapa Famous for the temple of Sri Lakshmi Venkateswara
- Tadipatri Famous for the temple of Lord Sri Rama and shiva
- Narayanavanam Famous for the temple of Lord Venkateswara
- Ardhagiri Famous for the temple of Lord Sri veeranjaneya
- Brahmagundam - Lord Brahmagundeswara swamy temple
- Gandi-Anjaneya swamy temple where lord rama moulded the idol of anjaneya
- Sanghameswaram - Lord shiva temple near pagidyala mandal nandikotkur, kurnool (this is the place where the 7 rivers are mixing together)
- D.P Palayam - Famous for Sri Veera Vijaya Anjaneya Swamy temple, located near Tamil Nadu border which lies in between Chittoor and Gudiyattam State Highway 88, people in and around chittoor, vellore visit this temple every fullmoon day.
- Bhanukota - Lord siva temple,it is very oldest temple located at near Ahobilam village,simhadripuram mandal,YSR Kadapa dist.
Tirumala Venkateswara Temple - Abode of Lord Venkateswara. The temple is the richest and the most visited place of worship in the world.
Gandikota-One of the famous fort in A.P. Gandikota was founded in 1123 by Kakaraja, a subordinate of Ahavamalla Someswara I, the Western Chalukyan king of Kalyana. The town played a significant role during the Kakatiya, Vijayanagara and Qutub Shahi periods. Gandikota is a small village (Lat. 14° 49'5" N and Long. 78° 16'58 E) on the right bank of the river Pennar, 15 km from Jammalamadugu in Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh in India. Now Gandikota project is being built for the sake of kadapa district agriculture as the part of jalayagnam and developing tourism Eco-center.
Shahi Jamia Masjid, Adoni- One of the oldest construction in South India. The Jamma Masjid is located within the fort it's a fine piece of Muslim architecture. It was built somewhere around 1662 AD by Siddi Masood Khan, who was an Adil Shahi Governor.[7]
Ameen Peer Dargah - A famous Sufi Shrine in India.
Penukonda fort - One of the big fort in Rayalaseema. Second capital of Vijayanagara samrajyam. People believed it as Sri Krishnadevaraya's summer spot. Gagan mahal, Khilla, thimmarasu samdhi, jine temple. From Anantapur 75 km, from Banglore130 km. Nagaloor Anjeneyaswamy (8 feet height) temple in Nagalore (just 14 km from Penukonda), villagers recently reconstructed the temple, they believe its around 800 years old.
Belum Caves - the second largest cave in Indian sub-continent and the longest caves in plains of Indian Subcontinent. It is located at Belum Village in Kolimigundla Mandal of Kurnool District.
Sri Lankamalleswara Wildlife Sanctuary, Kadapa - It is the only Sanctuary in the world which provides home for a bird called Jerdon's courser.
Gurramkonda, Chandragiri, Horsley Hills, Kuppam and Talakona of Chittoor district.
Thimmama Marrimanu - World's largest occupied banyan tree, it covers 5.2 acres (21,000 m2).The tree is said to be 550 years old. It holds a Guinness Book record. It is situated Near Kadiri, 120 kilometres from Anantapur.
Kadiri Sree Khadri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Kadiri, Anantapur Dist.
From Anantapur 90 kilometers, From Hindupur 85 kilometers, From Madanapalle 80 kilometers.
Penna ahobilam Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Penna ahobilam, Uravakonda, Anantapur Dist.
From Anantapur 39 kilometers, From Uravakonda 11 kilometers, From Bellary 60 kilometers.
Spiritual proponents[edit]
- Annamayya - Spiritual guru also had written songs on Lord Sri Venkateswara, an interesting mention of the lullaby Chandamama Raave, jaabilli raave, which every Telugu mother sings.
- Sri Ganapati Sachchidananda Swamiji - Pontiff of Avadhoota Datta Peetham, is from Bommeparthy (Jayalakshmipuram) in Anantapuram district.
- Swami Poornananda ji - Avadhoota Swami of Srisailam.
- Yogi Vemana - Poet
- Sri Pothuluri Veerabramhendra Swamy - Poet and clairvoyant.
- Puttaparti Satya Sai baba - Spiritual and religious savant.
- Jiddu Krishnamurti - Philosopher, Madanapalle.
- Mumtaz Ali - The Satsang Foundation, Madanapalle.
- Mahanandi Temple - Mahanandi temple is famous for lord siva with special temple architecture. The interesting thing about this temple is that there is a swimming pool inside the temple to which the water will be continuously provided from a water spring which will never dry out. The temple is near to nallamalla forest. Surrounding this temple eight more siva temples are there that is why the nearby town is called Nandyal (mean—combination of nandi alayas)
- Yaganti Temple - Sri Yaganti Uma Maheswara Temple or Yaganti (Telugu: యాగంటి) is a temple to Lord Shiva in Kurnool District in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. A feature of this temple is its Pushkarini, a small pond of water on the temple premises. Water flows into this Pushkarini from the bottom of hill through the mouth of a Nandi (bull). The water is fresh and sweet, as it comes from the hills. No one knows how the water reaches the pond all year round and this temple architecture in terms of its sculpture shows the skills of ancient Vishwakarma Sthapathis. Devotees find that a holy bath in Pushkarini is highly beneficial. After taking a bath in Pushkarini, they pay tributes to Lord Shiva.
Parts of present Andhra Pradesh state[edit]
Parts of present Karnataka state[edit]
- Bellary district
- Pavagada taluk in Tumkur district
- Harapanahalli taluk
JNTU is the top university in Rayalaseema region, Srinivasa Ramanujan Institute of Technology (SRIT) is one of the best engineering college in Anantapur, Rayalaseema Region.
Rayalaseema is underdeveloped compared to the Coastal Andhra region of the state. The growing movement in Telangana to secede from Andhra Pradesh, as well as southern India's long droughts, have caused several movements to coalesce around Rayalaseema's grievances. All of these movements are calling for greater official attention for the region, especially in the form of new water projects to harness the Krishna and Godavari rivers to the aid of the region's beleaguered farmers. They are demanding a separate Rayalaseema State.[citation needed]
See also[edit]
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- "Rayalaseema's bane" on Frontline
- "The Killing Fields of Rayalaseema" on Rediff
- Article in the Deccan Herald on the Rayalaseema separatist movement
- ^ [1]
- ^ [2]
- ^ [3]
- ^ page 7 of Rayalaseema Mukhachitram
- ^ page 118 of History of modern Andhra by P.R. Rao
- ^ a publication of T.T.D.in 2009 on the eve of Annamacharya's 400th birth anniversary celebrations
- ^ http://www.indiahotelreview.com/travel-guide/mantralayam/getaways-around-mantralyam-adoni-91-598.htm
External links[edit]
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This year we wanted something different for Valentine's Day. As much as we love candy — we love cereal just a little more.
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April 17th, 2013Filed under: Stories
In honor of the Armory Show's closing day, which took place one hundred years ago on April 16, curator Naomi Blumberg takes a look back at Chicago's horrified response to modern art in 1913.
One hundred years ago this month, the Armory Show opened at the Art Institute of Chicago. The exhibition became notorious for promoting artists who, while they are today considered the pioneers of Modernism— made a real splash—both positive and negative—among their contemporaries in our city. The Chicago show featured about half of what was exhibited in its previous iteration in New York City. But the works that did make it here caused a major stir in the Chicago audience—and their reactions made headlines.
Mayor Carter Harrison was quoted as "impressed", but he then proceeded to lambast the Cubists, especially Marcel Duchamp's Nude Descending Staircase, the painting that received the most attention of any in the entire exhibition. At the time, Mayor Harrison turned away from the painting, saying, "I suppose an idea is intended and the cubists ought to get credit for trying to do something, but what they were trying to do, I don't know."
Chicago landscape artist Charles Francis Browne led an artistic revolt against the exhibition. Some of his unintentionally flattering criticism wound up in the Chicago Tribune: "It's [the show] trying to prove ITSELF by ITS own ITNESS." And later on: "From the scratched stone of the cave dweller to the Nude Descending Staircase is but a step." Browne had apparently also mocked the Impressionists when they first arrived on the art scene. We all know how that turned out.
Chicago landscape artist Charles Francis Browne
And lest we forget that the start of baseball season coincided with the show in 1913, one anonymous Tribune comment mocked the exhibition: "You may be a Cubist, but put me down as a Soxist."
The Tribune also ran a piece comparing works done by residents of the Dunning insane asylum alongside works shown in the Armory Show. The headline asked: "Which are which?"
The Tribune's March 23, 1913 piece compared the Armory paintings with those by a patient at the Chicago State Hospital in Dunning, Illinois, referred to here by its common label "the Dunning Asylum."
Under the headline "Record Throngs at Institute Gape at Post-Impressionists' Work: Few Understand Them," the author included a suggestion for how to best understand the Cubist works: "There is a formula by which you can see just what is represented. Take a careful survey of the picture, study the purported idea, whirl around three times, close your eyes, count twenty, bump your head twice against the wall, and if you bump hard enough the picture of the nude descending the staircase will be perfectly obvious."
On the day the exhibition left town, Art Institute students held a ceremonial burning of copies of works by Matisse as well as a mock trial of "Henry Hairmattress." They also planned to burn Matisse in effigy, but that final insult was called off by "the authorities"—presumably the police—in the nick of time.
Later in 1913, Mary Mills Lyall and Earl Harvey Lyall's picture book The Cubies' ABC further satirized the paintings and artists of the Armory. (See http://extras.artic.edu/armoryshow/program-notes for the full book.)
The Cubies illustrated 'M' with Matisse, of course.
Not everyone thought the joke was funny. A Tribune columnist responded to the rowdy behavior thus: "Burning Matisse in effigy was hardly necessary. The students of the Art Institute seem to have weathered the epidemic of Post-Impressionism. No infection of new ideas has been reported. Long live the past!"
Even as a professional preserver of history, I'm relieved, for Chicago's sake, that the city did not continue this trend of resisting artistic innovation.
> Take a tour of the Art Institute's Armory Show online exhibition
> Download pdfs of The Cubies' ABC and the original Chicago program notes
> Explore the New-York Historical Society's dedicated Armory Show website
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There was a certain point in his career that Pekka found his leadership style was really falling short. Given a letter grade by his employees, Pekka would've recieved a big fat "F´´. Troubled by the short comings in the opinions of his team he set out ( physically traveling around the world) to see what the problem was. Pekka described how by addressing his team on the frontline and literally asked them what was wrong with his leadership styles he found insight on the best ways to fix it.
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At least 8 credit hours from the following courses:
BA 304 Managerial Finance
BA 309 Business Law
BA 315 Art/Science of Managing People
BA 413 Seminar in Social Entrepreneurship
BA 410 Seminar in Non-profit Management
ECO 460 Decision Making for Sustainability
Here's the college catalog version, with additional information.