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I don't know about you, but I've gotten one too many terrifying emails lately. As if it wasn't bad enough to have to worry about pollutants in my water and contaminants in my food, now I'm getting emails asking, "Are Your Cosmetics Endangering Your Life?" I'm overwhelmed by the constant message of fear. It's exhausting, it's unproductive, and in my opinion, it's manipulative.
A couple times a week I get messages about some chemical or toxic ingredient with the message, "Is this deadly product in YOUR home?" I read the article to find out how I've been slowly poisoning myself in my shower or kitchen. The sender lets me know step by step how to eliminate this threat to my family's safety (and, more and more often lately, how to replace it with THEIR "safe" version of the same product). Disaster averted. But then there's another, and another, and it becomes so hard to keep up--and the risks seem so complicated and serious--that I start to worry if I'm making the right decision. Wouldn't it be easier if I let someone else make the decisions for me?
As I was chatting on Facebook recently, I realized I'm not the only one who is tempted to do this. More than once I've been referred to the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics and their Skin Deep database. "Are your products listed there?" I've been asked. "Let's check there to see what they have to say about this ingredient," I've been told. I wondered what would lead people to put their complete faith in one source of information to the exclusion of everything else? What kept coming up was fear.
Have you ever wondered if fear affects decision-making? Researchers at Carnegie Mellon and Berkeley concluded that fear causes people to be pessimistic about taking risks: "the more fear participants reported, the more likely they were to choose the sure thing... Essentially, fearful people avoided uncertainty." What could be more certain than a reference that says "yes" or "no" to product ingredients? A rating system that tells you what is safe and what is not removes all of the risk. The problem is that the information at Skin Deep is incomplete, sometimes incorrect, and often misleading.
The truth is, there is no one else who can make all of the right decisions for you. When we talk about product "safety" it is tempting to believe that there is one absolutely safe, risk-free product or answer, but that is simply not the case. When I was asked recently to confirm whether my moisturizing products contain wheat or gluten (they don't), I was reminded that products I consider "safe" might not be "safe" for someone with celiac. Products containing nut oils may not be safe for those with allergies, and anyone sensitive to an essential oil or fragrance oil might not consider products to be "safe" if they contained them. What is "safe" to me may not be safe to you; you know best what might harm you, and what to avoid to stay safe. No one else can make those decisions for you. No one can make them for me.
I have the same responsibility as a manufacturer. If I read a report that says a particular ingredient is unsafe, I must decide whether to replace it, what to replace it with, and how to reformulate without it. I must consider whether the product will continue to perform as customers expect. I have to assess the risks of new ingredients. And I have to present all of this as openly and clearly as I can so my customers can decide for themselves if they are comfortable with my decisions. As manufacturers and consumers we have to make these decisions all the time; fear has no place here. I promise you that I am not so desperate to get your business that I will make you afraid for your health or the well-being of your family. I understand that you may decide that my products are not appropriate for you or for your family, for reasons of your own. And I'm okay with that. There are many other companies that offer many other products that may be perfect for you. I'm okay with that, too.
As consumers we need as much information as possible to make decisions. As a manufacturer, I also rely on many experts and resources to help me make informed decisions. I want to encourage you to use the resources you're comfortable with, but also get second and third opinions from other sources. Here are just a few of the places that I return to for information about personal care products, ingredients, and safety.
Personal Care Truth - a new web site offering cosmetic safety information based on scientific research. Panel of experts with different backgrounds and areas of expertise. Just launched today, but their experts put this at the top of my go-to list.
Essential Wholesale's Blog - manufacturer of natural and organic personal products bases provides unbiased, science-based information.
Indie Business Blog - particularly helpful is the legislative advocacy section, which provides information about the impact that cosmetics regulation and legislation have on the small business owner, and the effect this will have on the marketplace.
Green Skin Care - the dish on eco-beauty, The Grapeseed Company's blog provides ways to go green in everyday life, including your beauty routine. Recipes, tips.
Robert Tisserand - recognized aromatherapy expert, fantastic blog with information about essential oils and aromatherapy
The Southern Accent - Cactus & Ivy's blog, manufacturer of natural, cruelty-free and vegan products shares information about ingredients, legislation, and green living.
Sagescript Institute & Colorado Aromatics - Cindy Jones, PhD is a biochemist, molecular biologist and herbalist. Her scientific point of view is fascinating and invaluable.
Cosmeticsinfo.org - The Personal Care Products Council's resource for ingredient information, details about how cosmetics and ingredients are tested and regulated.
Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act - the rules we live by.
There are so many other great resources online. I'd love it if you'd share your favorites below so we can all learn from them.
"Nothing in life is to be feared. It is only to be understood." ~Marie Curie


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Sep 29, 2012 5:13 AM by Andrew Masuda
The second week of league play delivered some high-scoring contests and eye-opening statistics.
The battle between two ranked teams delivered with big play after big play after big play. Defending Pac 7 champion Arroyo Grande opened league play with a thrilling 41-27 victory over Atascadero, which came in ranked 10th in the CIF Western Division. The Eagles, who were ranked 5th, improved to 1-0 in league and 4-1 overall after their fourth-straight win. The Hounds dropped to 1-1 in league and 3-3 overall.
Elijah Holt delivered the biggest play with a 90 yard touchdown return of a kickoff in the fourth quarter to give AG a 34-27 lead right after Atascadero went on a 14-0 run to tie the game at 27.
The Eagles scored first on a 35 yard field goal by Cole Ramey in the first quarter. Michael Jordano intercepted a Robbie Berwick pass and cashed it in later with a 1 yard touchdown to make it 10-0 AG. Atascadero responded with 47 yard touchdown run by Jonathan Torres and a 46 yard scoring run by Izaiah Cooks to take a 13-10 lead. The Eagles responded with a 46 yard TD strike from Matt Willkomm to Tyler Auerbach and a 35 yard field goal by Ramey as time expired to take a 20-10 lead.
The Eagles scored first in the second half on a touchdown run of 26 yards by Jordano to build a 27-13 lead. That's when the Hounds responded with a 4 yard TD run by Cooks and a 26 yard TD run by Berwick to tie it at 27. Holt delivered his 90 yard TD run early in the 4th quarter to give the Eagles the lead for good. Jordan added his third touchdown run of the night late to seal the game that ended with 4 turnovers, 2 from each side.
Willkomm finished 13 for 26 passing for 184 yards with 1 TD and 1 interception. He also rushed for 75 yards. Berwick threw for 81 yards and 1 pick, while rushing for 1 score. Cooks led the Hounds with 76 yards on the ground and 2 TDs. Torres had 83 yards on 7 first half carries. He missed the entire second half with a hamstring injury.
The Eagles had 227 rushing yards as a team. Jordano had 3 TDs, 52 yards rushing and 1 interception.
Wade Vierra caught 3 passes for 49 yards to lead the Hounds, while Brennan Rivera caught 6 passes for 108 yards to lead AG's air attack.
The St. Joseph Knights captured the coveted Shield after winning the Battle of Bradley Road and won their fourth-straight game under first year head coach Dustin Davis. The Knights improved to 2-0 in Pac 7 play and 4-1 overall, while the Warriors lost their fourth in a row to fall to 0-2 in league and 1-5 overall.
Ryan Provost gave the host Warriors the early 3-0 lead with a 19 yard field goal. The Knights captured the lead 7-3 on a 21 yard touchdown run by Scotty Cusack. After Provost missed a 30 yard field goal, the Knights marched down field on a 55 yard pass from Curry Parham to Cusack. Ben Adam converted a 30 yard field goal to give the Knights a 10-3 lead into halftime.
St. Joseph extended its lead 16-3 on a 27 yard touchdown pass to Cusack in the third quarter. The Knights made it 22-3 when Parham hit Chris Barganier on a perfect fade pass to the corner of the endzone for a 3 yard touchdown to make it 22-3 Knights. The Warriors blew opportunities from there as Troy Prober was picked off at the goal line by James Fitzmaurice and later by Chris Brannon. Eli Wilkinson barreled for a 1 yard touchdown to cap the scoring.
Cusack finished with 118 yards receiving and 41 yards rushing and 2 touchdowns. Parham threw for 169 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Prober threw for 217 yards. Luke Wilson caught 9 passes for 101 yards, while Adriam Guzman racked up 100 yards through the air.
The Knight already have more wins this season than they did all of last year.
San Luis Obispo stormed out to a 24-0 first half lead and held on for a solid bounce-back win to even its Pac 7 record at 1-1 and 3-3 overall. The Bearcats lost for the first time in four games and fell to 1-1 in league and 3-2 overall.
Garrett Giovannelli led the Tiger offense with 99 yards passing and 3 touchdown passes to go along with 74 yards rushing. The Tigers continued to receive solid play from sophomore Nate Greenelsh, who carried the ball 8 times for 114 yards. He scored on runs of 26 and 58 yards. Sawyer Scott rushed for a team-high 116 yards.
Giovannelli hit Thomas Orradre for two touchdown strikes, including a 43 yarder and a 7 yard TD. Jordan Knauer hauled in a 7 yard TD pass in the closing seconds of the game.
The Bearcats scored in the third quarter on a fade pass by Garrett Nelson that was caught in traffic by Jaylon Davis for a 50 yard touchdown. Colton Madrigal provided the second touchdown on a 3 yard run. Nelson threw for 158 yards, but threw two costly interceptions in the first half. Josh Jeter also threw a halfback pass that was picked off by SLO's Parker Lauritzen.
The Templeton erupted for 628 yards of total offense and built a 40-7 halftime lead in a 47 point win at Santa Maria. The Eagles improved to 2-0 in Los Padres League play and 5-1 overall. The Saints dropped to 0-2 in league and 1-4 for the season.
Quarterback Alex Elterman continued to post big numbers. He threw for 282 yards and 4 touchdown passes. Elterman hit Jacob Paul for a 7 yard TD pass to open the game. The Saints responded with a 69 yard TD run by David Owens to tie it 7-7. That's when the Eagles started a 47-0 run with a 3 yard scoring run by Chris Romero. Elterman then connected with Jackson Wheeler for an 80 yard touchdown that gave Templeton a 21-7 lead after the first quarter. Elterman continued with the air assault in the second quarter with a 75 yard TD strike to Tobey Isbell and a 23 yard TD pass to Tyler Murphee. Murphee also ran in a 50 yard touchdown to make it 40-7 at the break. Scott Lawson added a 50 yard TD run and Fernando Contreas ran it in from 5 yards out in the third quarter to cap the scoring.
Lawson led the Eagles with 102 yards rushing, while Murphee added 77 yards on the ground. Wheeler caught 4 passes for 121 yards, while Isbell caught 2 balls for 99 yards.
Owens led the Saints with 118 yards on the ground on 21 carries. Dominique Garrett and Jacob Rodas combined for 85 yards on the ground.
After building a 35-10 lead in the third quarter, the Morro Bay Pirates held on for a 48-34 win at Nipomo. The Pirates evened their record at 1-1 in Los Padres League play and 3-3 overall under first year head coach Jack Greer. The Titans fell to 0-6 overall and 0-2 in LPL play.
Dan Beavers hit Zach Smith for a 50 yard TD on a halfback pass to open the scoring for Morro Bay in the seond quarter. The TItans answered with a 37 yard field goal from Taylor Apetz, but the Pirates took a 14-3 lead into halftime on a 6 yard run by Derek Viles. Morro Bay made it 21-3 on a 10 yard run by Viles on its opening drive of the second half. The Titans found the endzone on a 19 yard touchdown pass to Quintin Bland, Nipomo's newly crowned Homecoming King, on a pass from Luke Shurtleff. Morro Bay quarterback Jordan Bray and Viles extended the lead to 35-10 on scoring runs. Bray got in from 4 yards out, while Viles sprinted in from 22 yards.
That's when things got interesting with a 37 point fourth quarter. Tommy Saenz scored on a 23 yard run for Nipomo, but Morro Bay answered back with a 47 yard TD run by Tristan Collins and a 32 yard touchdown pass from Dan Beavers to Smith. Nipomo scored the next 16 points on an 11 yard strike from Shurtleff to Bland and on a 54 yard run by Saenz.
Viles led the Pirates with 3 touchdowns and 110 yards on the ground. Bray finished with 122 yards passing and 60 yards on the ground. Zach Smith, a junior, had a big night for Morro Bay with 4 catches for 140 yards.
Shurtleff ended up with 189 yards passing for the Titans and 2 TDs. Sanez finished with 197 yards on the ground, while Bland had 6 catches for 60 yards and 2 TDs. Josh Sundberg caught 11 passes for 70 yards for the winless Titans.
The Conquistadores came from behind to win and improved to 2-0 in Los Padres League play and 3-3 overall with a 5 point home victory.
Bryce Moses opened the scoring for Cabrillo with a 3 yard TD run in the second quarter. Collin Babauta made it 13-0 with a 2 yard run in the third quarter. Both scores came after Pirate turnovers.
Santa Ynez rallied back to take the lead 14-13 thanks to 1 yard and 2 yard touchdown runs in the third and fourth quarters by freshman Austin Vreeland. The second score gave Santa Ynez the lead with less than 7 minutes to go in the game. However, Cabrillo reclaimed the lead for good on a 15 yard TD run from Zach Fort on a drive led by quarterback Gage Buckley. The Conquistadores came from behind despite losing leading running back Bryce Moses to an injury in the third quarter.
The Pirates dropped to 0-5 overall and 0-1 in league under first year head coach Josh McClurg. Quarterback Brock Dickey threw for 164 yards on 14 for 26 passing for Santa Ynez. Vreeland had 90 yards and 2 scores on 25 carries. Spencer Armenta caught 5 balls for 106 yards.
Buckley threw for 127 yards and completed half of his 22 passes. The Santa Ynez defense held Moses to 34 yards on 10 carries after he exploded for 300 yards and 4 TDs last week against Santa Maria. Fort led the Conquistadores with 40 yards on the ground, including the game-winning score.
Behind a dominant second half, the Mission Prep Royals survived a scare on the road to improve to 6-0 on the season.
Park View scored on its first play from scrimmage to open the game and take a 6-0 lead over Mission Prep. It marked the second-straight week the Royals fell behind to start the game.
The Royals eventually tied it 6-6 on a 29 yard touchdown pass from Tyler Baty to Joey Hall in the second quarter. It was Baty's SLO County record 67th career touchdown pass.
The game was tied 6-6 at the half when Mission took over. Baty ran in a 1 yard touchdown, connected with Joey Hall and Mike Cardwell ran in a touchdown to help Mission build a 26-6 lead. View Park scored with 1:26 to play to close to within 12 points.
Baty finished 14 of 20 for 198 yards and 2 touchdowns. He now has 68 career TD passes. Hall continued to post huge numbers with 7 catches for 126 yards and 2 touchdowns. Cardwell rushed for 126 yards on 25 carries.
The Royals, who are ranked #1 in the CIF's Northeast Division, have next Friday off.
St. Joseph 2-0 4-1
Arroyo Grande 1-0 4-1
Paso Robles 1-1 3-2
San Luis Obispo 1-1 3-3
Atascadero 1-1 3-3
Pioneer Valley 0-1 1-4
Righetti 0-2 1-5
Templeton 2-0 5-1
Cabrillo 2-0 3-3
Lompoc 1-0 5-0
Morro Bay 1-1 3-3
Santa Ynez 0-1 0-5
Santa Maria 0-2 1-4
Nipomo 0-2 0-6
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I was reading up on leaf scortch and sun damage roses go through because of intense heat and sun. My question is, would it help if i use an anti-transpirant? I mean if it can reduce transpiration- no wilt- no rose leaf scortch? Does anyone have any experience with such products? Thanks. |
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I don't have experience with using Wilt Pruf for that purpose, but I can tell you that WP itself can burn rose foliage under some circumstances. Be sure plants are well hydrated, and apply in the cool of the morning. Don't apply to wilting transplants, but apply days in advance of transplanting. By reducing transpiration, anti-transpirants cause leaves to "run hotter" than they would otherwise, because transpiration cools the leaf. But this is not to say your idea would never work. I really don't know. |
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Shops have gone Olympic crazy, so whether you want to look patriotic in the Union Jack or practical, in case it rains, one of these looks will be perfect for you.
Look good at the summer games
Here is the ultimate guide to London 2012 fashion so you can plan ahead and make sure your wardrobe is ready for this historic event.
Tennis skirts
Every year tennis gear becomes very fashionable during Wimbledon but, thanks to the matches taking place there for London 2012, it is more popular than ever. Tennis skirts, or at least variations of them, are all over the high street in the typical gym-slip style you may remember from dreaded PE lessons at school. Although they are mainly white, other pastel colours can be found including baby-pink and blue, yellows and greens.
Running Shorts
Although these shorts are named running shorts, there is no need to enrol in a 10 kilometre marathon before buying them. They take their name from the shorts athletes wore in the '70s and '80s and have been abundant on the catwalk this season. Stella McCartney has taken the style to heart, feminising it with pretty, girly, floral patterns. These are perfect for the Summer Games if you are confident about showing off your legs and the sun is shining – fingers crossed!
Sporty bomber jackets
With the top athletes all sporting zip-up bomber jackets for this year's games, the high street has cottoned on and they are filling the stores fast. The major sportswear outlets have upped their stock to reflect increased demand and retailers who would not normally stock the style have made an exception. Styles come in the original jersey fabric but are also available in leather. They look good with bright colours such as greens, yellows and blues and can be dressed up with jeans or worn casually with sweatpants or gym wear. They are practical as well as versatile and if you are planning to watch the Olympics in London, you will fit right in.
High-wedged trainers
The biggest fashion crime of the '90s, thanks to the Spice Girls, is back to see another day, as designers have added a heel to the popular pump style. The flat version has been fashionable for a while now, but the high street has taken it to another level, perfect for ladies who opt for a sporty outfit with either a tennis skirt or shorts. Some manufacturers are even making high-heeled trainers for sporty fashion followers.
If any of the above pieces don't take your fancy, you can always dress more subtly for the Summer Games and simply accessorise. The best way to do this is to wear a belt or shoes or carry a handbag in the Olympic colours (as found on the rings) or to treat yourself to the wide range of Olympic jewellery available on the high street. Many items have the Olympic logo on them or come in the style of a medal. They will make a great addition to your wardrobe, especially if you are lucky enough to be going to the games in person. Alternatively, if you want to be patriotic, there is a wide range of Union Jack accessories to choose from.
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Damage caused by beavers appears to be slightly higher this year, possibly due to drier conditions, according to Jeremy Holtz, assistant area wildlife manager at Slayton. "Although beavers can be positive contributors to wildlife management, for example by constructing dams that can form small wetlands that provide resting areas for migrating waterfowl, they can also cause problems," Holtz noted.
Beavers cut down trees (or even sometimes cornstalks) to construct dams and the restriction of water flow can cause drainage problems for upstream landowners, Holt explained. To deal with problem beavers, the DNR offers the following advice and information.
To protect trees in your yard, purchase _" hardware mesh and construct a 30" cylinder around the base of the trunk. Energized fencing may be necessary to protect larger areas, such as cornfields. This fencing may be available through a cooperative agreement with the DNR (contact the DNR wildlife office in Slayton or the office nearest you for details.)
If a beaver pond on your property is desirable, but the water levels are too high for comfort, a Clemson Beaver Pond Leveler (a device that allows water to drain through a beaver dam) can be helpful. If you want to remove the dam entirely, it is usually necessary to remove the beaver first; otherwise, the dam will be quickly rebuilt.
Live trapping and relocation of beavers is not recommended, and the use of poison is prohibited. However, if the damage is occurring on your own land you may shoot or trap the beaver without a permit or license although you are required to contact your local Conservation Officer within 24 hours. If the beavers are on someone else's land, you need permission from the landowner and a free permit from a DNR Conservation Officer. (Check to make sure that discharging firearms or trapping will not violate local ordinances.)
Taking beaver during the open furbearer trapping season (November 1, 2003 through May 15, 2004) is encouraged. Trappers are often available for hire to remove nuisance animals. Contact your local DNR office for a list of trappers in your area. Also, experienced trappers interested in supplying services can supply their names to a local DNR office or Conservation Officer.
While the State of Minnesota does not reimburse producers for wildlife damage, the DNR does work with farmers and landowners to reduce the incidence of further damage through the Wildlife Damage Abatement Program. This program provides technical guidance and materials may also be provided to the landowner at a reduced cost. For details, please contact a DNR wildlife office.


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Last night, we came home from visiting my Dad out of town to find that the top part of a massive tree which was struck by lightning years ago, had fallen across our koi pond and broken the fountain urn in the upper circle. I put pictures on our new farm blog, http://hamptonroadfarms.blogspot.com/. I dressed warmly and went down this morning to remove as much debris as I could. It will take a chain saw to cut the largest parts. it fell right beside a baby Redbud tree my Dad gave me last year but appears to have obliterated a Sago Palm and uprooted some bulbs and a few other plants. And, of course, the urn will have to be replaced. Sigh. It was so pretty last year. But we were both down there yesterday all around the pond so it could have fallen then. We are thankful it waited until no one was nearby. |
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How sad. Can you save part of the urn to turn on it's side and plant annuals spilling out of it. I have done that and it makes an interesting feature. Nice pond you have! |
Thank you! We will see if we can salvage any part of it--even to put it in the pond as a hiding place from that pesky heron for my little goldfish. My husband has a glass-half-full outlook in life to my half-empty and he said he wanted to re-do the fountain anyway. I am glad it happened now before all of our plants begin to emerge! But still a lot of cleanup to do down there. |
Hi Sorry to hear that . Pools seem to attract disaster. Think the worst I ever had was hurricane Jeanne . Ripped up my shadehouse and put it on top of the pool. Since there was two feet of standing water and all the trees /palms were flat Took almost two weeks to repair . Fish had all escaped and all the plants were dead. Damage to the pool was a limb had penetrated the liner . Feel lucky in spite of that as only damage to house was the roof Good luck in the future!!! gary |
Thank you, Gary. Yep, a hurricane would set you back alright! My husband sent me an article today about huge goldfish in Lake Tahoe that they suspect were tossed out by aquarium owners and they consider them a non-native species and therefore harmful. Well, as with happened to you, if we have what my old aunts called a 'spring freshing', torrential days-long downpours, some of my little fish may wash over into the farm pond, on down the creek and into the North Tyger River and beyond. Wouldn't want that to happen for all the world but it's not always deliberate dumping of non-indigenous species that happen! We'll build it back as we can. Everything we do on our farm is on a shoestring and by ourselves with only help from friends with heavier equipment than what we have. |
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Sorry to hear this. You have put so much work into changing your swampy area into a lovely pond. |
I appreciate it. But living on a farm, you eventually get used to repairing and having things break down or get destroyed. My husband said he wanted to re-do it anyway. I liked it the way it was but I'm sure whatever he does, it will be an improvement. |
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Scrum Day 2014(01.-02.July 2014) in Böblingen (near Stuttgart Germany) is focused on those individuals and organizations using Scrum in their software development process, but goes way beyond that. In addition to Scrum practices, we will look at the role Executives play in a successful agile adoption, how the entire team contributes to the successful delivery of products. Our event is a great opportunity to explore and exchange ideas on extending Scrum, increasing Agility and optimizing the value of products across your enterprise.
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Hollywood Undead – The Mod Club, Toronto – January 23rd
Review and Photos by Anton Koltykov
On January 23rd the Mod Club in Toronto, along with fans of Hollywood Undead, were preparing for a highly anticipated last stop on the tour that had sold out within moments. One of the reasons the band opted to play this particular venue was to create an intimate performance with the vive of their old shows. The line-up of show goers featured fans of all ages, rocking the band's masks and merchandise, including band member Charlie Scene's doppelgangers, wearing the famous bandanas, sunglasses and hats.
The house lights went out and the sound of Kansas' "Dust in the Wind" enveloped the venue, cutting in and out in time with the flashing stage lights. The crowd exploded and the band punched back with "Undead". With every member wearing a state of the art mask and performing their own vocals, it presented an overwhelming visual experience that made it difficult to focus on only thing. The stage action was intense and it didn't take long for fans to begin crowd surfing.
Hollywood Undead is extremely dedicated to their fans; everybody that landed on stage was helped to their feet by one of the band members, and was given time to decide whether they wanted to stage dive or return to the crowd via the side stage exit. Soon, the excitement level blew through the roof and the fans pushed closer to the stage, forcing the front row to knock down some of the monitors.
After playing "Tendencies" and "Been to Hell" the band unmasked, allowing the audience to see the faces of their heroes. They quickly noted the crowd's impressive knowledge of their song lyrics, and member Charlie Scene helped a look-alike onto the stage and asked him to announce the next song, "Comin in Hot". The look-alike, named Gabriel, then proceeded to remain with the band and joined the song's performance.
Crowd surfing increased as the show progressed, with the band declaring that unless the surfers possessed a pair of breasts, they were no longer allowed on stage. The statement encouraged female fans to ascend the stage. The entertainment continued as Funny Man received an 'ass massage' from the kick drum, in between songs.
The rotation of band members on their instruments proved that the entire band is deeply involved in the writing process and adding their personal touch to each song. The guys displayed heart and soul during their performance, with Funny Man lifting J-Dog onto his shoulders while J-Dog continued to wow the crowd with his rhythm guitar skills. The band finished their main set with "Hear Me Now" and disappeared backstage as the lights went out.
The crowd, anticipating the encore, chanted: "Everywhere I go, bitches always know that Charlie Scene has got a weenie that he loves to show, bitch!" Hollywood Undead returned on stage and blew everyone away one more time with "Everywhere I Go" and "We Are". It was an uplifting experience to hear the entire crowd sing along with the kick-ass party anthem. A more mature couple dancing at the back of the room shared with me that it was the husband's 57th birthday and the only thing he wanted to do is to come see Hollywood Undead live. So whether you are deciding on your first live show or just looking for new bands to see perform, Hollywood Undead should be in top 5 of your list, regardless of your age of what you kind of music you are into.
Set list:
1) Undead
2) Tendencies
3) Been To Hell
4) Dead Bite
5) Bottle and a Gun
6) California
7) City
8) Comin in Hot
9) My Town
10) Bullet
11) Sell Your Soul
12) Paradise Lost
13) Another Way Out
14) Mother Murder
15) Young
16) Hear Me Now
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"Post A Prayer" has converted its platform into a multi-faith prayer center that welcomes prayer requests from all religions.
"Post A Prayer", a non-profit based out of southern California, has revamped its once Christian prayer request website into a place where all religions are welcome to pray online and make prayer requests. The world's #1 rated site to pray online, post prayers, and make prayer requests got a 2012 make-over. The once Christian-based site is now going to be a multi-faith prayer center that welcomes all faiths from around the world.
The new multi-faith prayer center will now cater to the top 20 religions in the world. Whether you are looking into how to perform the Salah online or you are just praying for others it now no longer matters what religion you belong to when posting prayers online.
The site is planning on more changes in 2012.
Founder and owner, Scott Turner, stated: "From a content stand point we have a competitive advantage and can offer more than a silo religion site. For example a Christian prayer request website will only appeal to Christian prayer requests, and an Islam prayer website will only attract Muslim prayer requests. With Post A Prayer we can now offer the content of the Bible, Koran (Qur'an), or any other religion, hence, giving us a market advantage."
The special thing about the 2012 "Post A Prayer" revamp is that it took efforts from a team that is made up of both Christian based members and Islamic based members. Turner went on to say, "We took a business approach when designing the site and respected one another's individuality and belief systems."
The site currently offers prayers in a large number of religious categories, including: Christianity prayer, Islamis prayer, jewish prayer, Buddhist prayer, Hindu prayer, and Zoroastrian prayer, among others, and will add religious categories as needed.
The website says it "looks forward to an outstanding year and providing a world wide prayer center that is a safe haven for all prayers."
Source: "Online Prayer Request Website Gets Revamped - All Religions Are Welcome Whether You're A Christian Praying For Others Or A Muslim Curious How To Perform The Salah" PR Web February 1, 2012
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Saint Sounds: First Aid Kit
At first glance, it's hard to imagine two Swedes knowing anything about the world of Americana – or for that matter, knowing it well enough to lyrically name drop country legends like Gram Parsons and Emmylou Harris.
Swedish sisters Klara and Johanna Soderberg, aka First Aid Kit, first hummed their way into the music industry with a cover of Fleet Foxes' "Tiger Mountain Peasant Song," back in 2008. After posting the cover to YouTube – complete with their mismatched flannel against a backdrop of forest – the girls' harmonious rendition continues to cause a stir with close to three million hits.
With a critically acclaimed album debut under their very vintage belts and collaborations from greats like Jack White and members of Bright Eyes, the sisters have returned with follow-up debut, "The Lion's Roar."
As a whole, the album is much more ornate in its sound. There is an obvious emphasis on intricacy and quality due in part to the help from Mike Mogis [Bright Eyes, Monsters of Folk], credited with assistance in recording. There's even a guest appearance from fellow Bright Eyes mastermind, Conor Oberst in track "King of the World," who backs up the song with a mash up of jumpy strumming patterns and vocals.
The sisters' voices, as usual, are nothing short of strong in their solo sections and harmonies. The vocal beauties are laced around dobros and thick choruses found in songs like "This Old Routine." Washed by a layer of reverb, the Soderbergs somehow channel more than the breathtaking two-part harmonies in the album. Each voice withholds a richness that attaches to listeners beyond the meaning of their lyrics.
A highlight of the album is track, "To A Poet," that stands alone on storytelling from a very disheartened sounding Klara. A melancholy edge neatly wraps the heaviness of the tune, making it easy to swallow as the Soderbergs powerfully sing, "But there's nothing more to it / I just get through it."
There is a certain musicality the sisters hold in their songs. They have an ability to reach listeners on a different perspective, connecting with them on a higher level of understanding. Likewise, the songstresses aren't afraid to give credit where credit is due- in their case to musical inspirations (I'm guessing everyone from Karen Dalton to Oberst himself). They make it clear who and what their sound sprouts from, yet carry the album in a direction all their own.
On a first listen, the tracks contain an unidentifiable addictiveness. This album holds songs that should be played on repeat as the soundtrack to a long, windows down, sunny day drive across the country. "The Lion's Roar "carries a historical spirit many of us often search so longingly for. Where that foggy feeling surfaces from, be it memories of the late Gram or the Soderberg sisters own interpretation of the States, is unclear. But to First Aid Kit, their song crafting comes from a place hidden deep within the valleys of the past.


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Guinness World Records named Doctor Who "the most successful sci-fi series" yesterday, a distinction based on ratings, DVD sales, and Web popularity. (The announcement comes during a strange time for Who devotees, as they're getting prepared for a new doctor to take the lead.)
Maybe I'm a purist, but I like my world records to be really specific and not debatable — most hours spent jumping on a trampoline, most people on space hoppers, biggest sandwich, etc etc. Defining "success" for a show — sci-fi or otherwise — is a much more amorphous proposition, and I think the Guinness folks are confusing "successful" with "lucrative."
Not to cave to my inner hippie here, but… there are lots of modes of success, aren't there? As long as I'm not running a network (and I'm not), can't a show that was a ratings failure, say Freaks and Geeks for example, still be "successful"? I mean, it certainly made me laugh often and much; that has to count for something. I'm not trying to diminish Doctor Who's popularity or scope of influence — epic, on both counts — but I'm not sure holding a record really makes a difference to fans.
How would you define "success" for a TV show, PopWatchers? Is it really just a money-making endeavor, or do your favorite shows succeed or fail on a different market?
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What have you ordered for 2010? We know there is always room for more iris, right? And...I love to know what you have selected so I can google each to see pics and imagine them in my garden. |
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I ordered from blue j iris who are great to work with. anaconda love-Blazer-Loud Music-fall fiesta. I have to trade Northwest Progress & wild apache just to name a few. |
- Posted by hosenemesis SoCal Sunset 19 USDA (My Page) on Thu, Jun 3, 10 at 23:05
I ordered Peach Royale, Plum Pretty Whiskers, Violet Reprise, Coral Chalice, Double Agent, Rose Teall, Ringo, Mulberry Echo, and Ruth Black. Schreiner's will be sending me Maria Tormena as well. All of them are supposed to be rebloomers, although I have my doubts about a few. Renee |
I just placed my first order with Blue J Iris today! This is what I picked out: Angel's Serenade, Black Madonna, Blue Eyed Blonde, Blue Fin, Chase the Dream, Confectionary, Karen Christine, Most Stunning, Oasis Robin, and Orange Jubilee. There are waayyyy too many beautiful ones to choose from! lol |
I ordered Long Embrace, Whistlers Tune, Enchanter, Dutchman's Dream, Pilgrims Progress, Mighty Warrior, Hot Topic, Revere, Ripple Effect, Telepathy, Who's Your Daddy, and Out of the Blues from IRIS4U. I think I got a little carried away, but I have 2 25 sq ft raised beds fallow ready to put them in. |
- Posted by hosenemesis SoCal Sunset 19 USDA (My Page) on Sat, Jun 5, 10 at 15:37
Irisnut- that's quite a bit of space to fill- are you sure you bought enough? And you don't happen to like those Van Liere intros, do you? :) Renee |
- Posted by daylilyluver z6 (My Page) on Sat, Jun 5, 10 at 20:37
Here is my list: ABIQUA FALLS Of course, I already have a new "wish" list thanks to all of the enablers who posted pictures! :) |
50 sq ft handles 16 iris and an assortment of vegetables to keep my hubby happy. Last year I had zucchini in one bed, carrots and beets in one, onions and garlic in 2, lettuce in one, lettuce and broccoli in 1 and the 2 fallow beds for 200 sq ft. This year I have asparagus in the shady part of 2 beds, 2 tomato plants, an artichoke, and the remaining onions and garlic almost ready to harvest. But the big plus is, 'Hubby has conceded that I take care of the vegetables better when there are iris in the beds. Go figure!' |
- Posted by bgaylene52 z6KS (My Page) on Sun, Jun 6, 10 at 20:26
Thought I'd add my selections for 2010: Superstition Iris: One More Night, Roaring Twenties, Gitano, Bolshoi, Adriatic Waves. Mid-America: Forever Blowing Bubbles, Ming Lord, Astrology, Popstar, Kaligazam, Indian Sunset Snowpeak Iris: Millenium Falcon, Royal Majesty, Pink Pincurls, Synergy, Darcy's Choice, Sisters of Loretto, Rarer than Rubies, Sangria We are finally reworking our backyard and celebrating with reshaped and additional beds. Let the iris party begin! |
- Posted by hosenemesis SoCal Sunset 19 USDA (My Page) on Sun, Jun 6, 10 at 23:03
I Loooove Sisters of Loretto. Renee |
- Posted by ashes_of_the_fire 6B (My Page) on Mon, Jun 7, 10 at 9:20
i ordered from Wild Iris Rows about 2 months ago. they'll be here in 13 days! i can't wait! I'm getting: KILT LILT CHAPEAU BLACK SUITED BROADWAY STAR PRAETORIAN GUARD YAQUINA BLUE LADY FRIEND EDITH WOLFORD SOLOIST GRAND CANYON EARTHBORN MEGABUCKS CAPTION and INSTRUCTOR quite the list, and i have no idea how many bonus plants are with it. it's 14 plants total that i ordered. i'm expecting about 20, not counting doubles. |
- Posted by ashes_of_the_fire 6B (My Page) on Mon, Jun 7, 10 at 9:24
i forgot ARGUS PHEASANT so make that 15 plants i ordered. |
It's always fun to know that favorite iris are doing well in other climates and soil types. I am a Sisters of Loretto fan, too. No newsflash there! |
I visited Shreiners a few weeks ago and filled 6 pages of my notebook with I wants. I have to narrow them down a whole lot before I order. I really don,t have room for more full sun plants just yet . |
Madeyna - I did the same thing over there at Schreiner's. I had to stop every other step to write something down, and I kept running back to smell Gingersnap. I think I ended up with a $90 order - after the discount. From Schreiner's, I got: Mid-America: Keith Keppel: Iris4U: And I still haven't placed my orders at a few other places. I want to order from Blue J, another place here in Colorado, and another up in Oregon. I might skip Blue J this year, just because I may be running out of room. I'm getting rid of a few things I have, but I will soon be overrun with Irises. Hooray! |
I want to come visit your garden next May when I come to Denver to visit my Mom. |
- Posted by daylilyluver z6 (My Page) on Fri, Jun 11, 10 at 23:31
@mooseling Do tell about Gingersnap please, and leave no details out! I ordered it last year and unfortunately it was the only one that didn't survive the winter. I wrote the fine people at Shreiner's inquiring about their replacement policy (if there even was one as I saw nothing on the website) as Gingersnap was the priciest Iris I had purchased. I was perfectly fine with them telling me no replacement however they offered to replace the iris and asked when I wanted it shipped. Awesome customer service. This year I placed orders with 3 new (to me) iris nurseries: Napa, Wild Iris Rows (had one I really wanted), and Aitken's Salmon Creek (for a bunch of SDB's). I'll be weeding out some daylilies (I can hear the gasps from the Daylily forum) and will have more room for other things too (some iris I'm sure will go to…I didn't care so much for Charger). |
- Posted by hosenemesis SoCal Sunset 19 USDA (My Page) on Sat, Jun 12, 10 at 1:28
Mooseling, you have outstanding taste. I just found about three-quarters of my wish list on your order. How I envy you your garden next spring! |
Gingersnap really does smell like root beer! I had seen it in Schreiner's catalog as a root beer scented Iris, but I didn't think it really would, but I ordered it from somewhere else just to see what it smelled like. It was in bloom when I was over there, so I went to smell it and it was like smelling a bottle of root beer. My mom didn't seem to smell it as strong as I was, though. It's made Gingersnap one of my favorites, just for the smell. I'll definitely be putting my camera to good use next year! I should have about 150 bearded Irises to photograph, not to mention any Siberians and species that decide to bloom! |
- Posted by chocolateis2b8 5OH (My Page) on Mon, Jun 14, 10 at 8:02
I've had iris's for years, meaning that I have what came with the house and others I have picked up for free throughout the years, in other words, noids, so I'm basically a newbie at this. But I seemed to have happened on the perfect iris spot after all these years and my iris's were so beautiful that we are expanding the bed and I have ordered a number to fill the new spot. Here is my list of what I ordered. I'm sure they are only oldies but goodies, nothing expensive because I don't have a lot to spend. But they will be new for me. RING AROUND THE ROSIE |
I think I'm addicted. Just placed three more iris orders. Two of them were small though. Ordered two spurias and two arilbreds. I've got one of each already and I figure I might as well try to collect every type that'll grow here. Only thing I'm missing now is a Japanese iris. |
- Posted by hosenemesis (My Page) on Fri, Jun 18, 10 at 20:12
You've got it bad, mooseling. It's time for you to face up to your addiction. Take a look at the site below- it will help. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Help for the Iris Virus
This is my very first post here! I've always loved irises. One of my favourite flowers since I was a kid. We moved from our old house last summer. I had to leave some of my irises behind but the new owner called me and said he was digging out part of my old garden to make room for a new vegetable garden so he asked if I wanted to go over and dig up some flowers from that area. Luckily there were some irises there that I got to dig up and plant at our new house. Most of them flowered beautifully this year. Okay, to answer your question, I ordered from La Vie En Rose Gardens in Ottawa, On. Can. This was my first time ever ordering any type of flower online and having them mailed to me. Usually I just buy locally. Here's what's coming: AWAKE BANTAM PRINCE BLUEBEARDS GHOST JEWEL BABY MIKEY LIKES IT WHYDIDI (all of the above are Standard Dwarf Bearded Iris) COMPACT BUDDY GRANDMA'S HAT (both Miniature Dwarf Bearded) PINK KITTEN (Intermediate Bearded) Locally I also purchased this year: Can't wait for my mail order ones to get here! |
- Posted by flowergirl34 5 Upstate NY (My Page) on Wed, Jun 30, 10 at 18:03
Just noticed this thread. And I am getting excited for my iris' to get here! Here's what I ordered this year: ACOMA Have been working on getting my new bed ready. Its a raised bed about 35 x 13. Last load of compost/top soil is coming tomorrow. Can't wait for them to get here! It's like Christmas...and I have been really good this year :0) I'm still looking for a couple of historics that I seem to be having trouble locating. |
Just placed another online order. This time I ordered: YES - TB Also just bought locally: NIGHT OWL - TB I've been bitten by the "iris bug"!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
- Posted by ashes_of_the_fire 6B (My Page) on Thu, Jul 8, 10 at 14:04
hey, i got Spice Girl as a bonus, and I can't find pictures of it anywhere, it's supposed to be orange. i just want some idea of what to expect. any pics? |
- Posted by hosenemesis SoCal Sunset 19 USDA (My Page) on Sat, Jul 10, 10 at 23:39
I couldn't find any pictures of Spice Girl either. Who sent it as a bonus? Don't they have a photo? I got my order from Blue J and I got my replacement iris from Schreiner's. Just one more order- they don't ship until August. I had a tree removed to make more space... |
- Posted by bgaylene52 z6KS (My Page) on Sun, Jul 11, 10 at 19:47
ashes_of_the_fire: AIS Registration lists Spice Girl as follows: SPICE GIRL Have you checked Suttons or did you receive it from Suttons? If so, perhaps they could send you a pic as an attachment. |
- Posted by ashes_of_the_fire 6B (My Page) on Mon, Jul 12, 10 at 16:47
I did not get it from Suttons, I got it from Wild Iris Rows. unfortunately there was no picture on the site either. I only want a picture because I'm too impatient to wait until spring and descriptions just never seem to do the plants justice to me. curiosity is all thank you for the suggestion about how to find a picture of it though. maybe i'll just take one myself when it blooms on post it up here for all of us to enjoy! Also, in that order I got BOLD VISION, SHEER ECSTACY, CRIMSON TWIST, and BOSS TWEEd as bonuses, and I had apparently forgotten that I had ordered BLAZING SADDLES. I just can't wait until next year! |
- Posted by hosenemesis SoCal Sunset 19 USDA (My Page) on Tue, Jul 13, 10 at 23:40
Sheer Ecstacy is a wonderful color. It always catches my eye when it's in group shots of someone's garden. Renee |
- Posted by daylilyluver z6 (My Page) on Thu, Jul 15, 10 at 11:18
My Napa Iris order arrived yesterday in fine condition. Nice Healthy looking rhizomes. Now I've got to go make their bed. I have planned on doing that earlier but we got hit with some unusually hot and humid weather early in the season and it's been brutal to do anything in the yard. @Renee, I liked your, I had a tree removed to make more space... |
- Posted by hosenemesis SoCal Sunset 19 USDA (My Page) on Thu, Jul 15, 10 at 17:04
Heh heh. Daylilyluver- I was wondering if anyone would notice that. I got mine in just before the heat wave hit here. I hope they do ok. Renee |
- Posted by daylilyluver z6 (My Page) on Thu, Jul 22, 10 at 23:21
My orders have all arrived. All but one is planted. I'm hoping the Schriener's sends me my replacement "Gingersnap". |
- Posted by daylilyluver z6 (My Page) on Tue, Jul 27, 10 at 21:17
Schreiners came through...i found Gingersnap in my PO box. |
- Posted by aimeekitty 9-10, SW 18 (My Page) on Wed, Jul 28, 10 at 14:14
I just got my order in from Blue J! They look really cute! but... they say "plant immediately" (or at least within 2-3 weeks) but then they say my ideal planting time (mild winters/hot summer) is Sept. I guess I should wait a bit...? It's not horrifically hot this year, but yeah. I'm tempted to order more, but I guess I should wait and see if I kill these since I've never done irises before. |
- Posted by hosenemesis SoCal Sunset 19 USDA (My Page) on Thu, Jul 29, 10 at 1:23
You can plant them, Aimeekitty. The problem is keeping them from rotting. I avoid high nitrogen fertilizer and plant them very high, but soak the soil really well. Thereafter I water normally. I did have a few rot last year for the first time, but I believe that was the result of too much compost mulch. You are supposed to avoid mulching bearded irises. What did you get? Renee |
- Posted by hostarookie 6 WV (My Page) on Thu, Jul 29, 10 at 10:27
I decided I wanted to add bearded iris to my beds so I placed an order back in May. They arrived this week and have all been planted. I can't wait to see the beds next year!! ALL came with doubles or triples, plus 6 bonus. I was thrilled!! Adobe rose I'm sure a lot of these are oldies but I figured it was a good start for me. :-) Emily |
- Posted by aimeekitty 9-10, SW 18 (My Page) on Thu, Jul 29, 10 at 10:56
I was thinking of planting them in my front yard because there's a bit of a raised bed there that drains into a drain, so I figured it would work well. My lavender are doing really well there. Should I plant the iris bulb slightly above ground and then cover it, still? Should I use -any- fertilizer at all, or none? Thanks Renee, you're a dear!! I realize now that I just really got enough for one spot, when I wanted to put them in multiple spots... I wonder if there's still some place I can order from or if I should be good and see if I kill these first. haha... I got and I got some Clarence and Total Recall for my mom. She just called me yesterday and said how excited she is. (she called me while she was planting them.) She's going to add them in with the irises from HER mother. (I have some from grandma, too.) :) :) |
- Posted by aimeekitty 9-10, SW 18 (My Page) on Fri, Jul 30, 10 at 12:01
PS. I broke down and ordered a few more reblooming tbs from Wild Iris Rows, since they're still shipping. :) This way I can have some in the front and the back. Total Recall - 2 |
- Posted by hosenemesis SoCal Sunset 19 USDA (My Page) on Fri, Jul 30, 10 at 15:05
Aimeekitty- send me a private email. I just divided my irises. Renee |
- Posted by ashes_of_the_fire 6B (My Page) on Mon, Aug 16, 10 at 9:26
Aimeekitty (I love the way your name is spelled, my sisters is the same way!) watch out for Wild Iris Rows, they like to send multiples. I got doubles of just about everything, including most of the bonuses, of the 21 i recieved i think only 5 were single rhizomes the rest were 2-4. good thing too, one of my YAQUINA BLUE's were eaten by bugs. so far no other casualties. you should ahve looked at a couple other rebloomers he has too, like POLISH PRINCESS (I regret not ordering this one), and SPICE GIRL (a picture of which has proven elusive). |
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Our new kitchen will have can lights and two of these pendants over the island:
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My ceilings are 9' and yes a flush mount will look silly. I am glad you figured this out before you purchased a flush mount. I paid about $200 for a fixure that I ended up keeping because of the restock fee. I ultimately went with a pendant and I love it! |
Dianalo - may I ask where you got the fixture you described? I'm intrigued! Michellemarie - sorry to hear about your expensive boo-boo. We've had a few of those too, like the trim kit we ordered for our fridge and freezer when we thought they'd be standing side-by-side. Once this is all over, I plan to put all our boo-boos on eBay. ;) My hubby really likes the PB fixture or something like unto it, but since this isn't a pressing issue (yet), I plan to spend some more time searching. What IS pressing is getting our radiant floor heat system ordered, but that's not nearly as fun to shop for. ;) |
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If you look at WAC or Lightolier you can get track lighting that installs flush on the ceiling with mini-lights that can be adjusted as needed for your set up. I'd be sure to have those on a dimmer. I use mine over the sink all the time. It also won't compete with the pendants you've chosen whereas a flush-mounted fixture would. One word about those from your inspiration pic. Because the shades are solid and bell shaped they will direct light down only. It will be basically like spotlighting your island. You won't get any light from the top of sides -- since you have ceiling lights I assume that works well for the plan. |
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It worked! My daughter is 7 and she is totally loving this doll, so please put us down for a pre-order! – Thanks Tanya & Maya
Lovin' it! Those maniacal geniuses at Mattel! They really know what they're doing.
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Omg, she looks awesome!! I want her so bad! Hope they come out with a non exclusive version of her in the future:)
Would you do a pre-sale for someone who happened across your blog from Google? *ever hopeful*
I'm trying not to click through your blog too much because oh my god the pretties I will want them all.
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Do you know what day next week you are taking the pre orders so I can keep checking that day? I would like to get one as well
Yep, looks like I'll be saving myself some monies LOL
Forgot to ask, have you heard anything about the MH event at the Italian Doll Show? I'm wondering if they'll have an exclusive doll.
Wow! What a cool doll! She has Gene Simmon's hair line Love the play on Winona Ryder's name :). It would be great if she has a red hourglass marking on her tummy too.
I did not get the Winona Ryder reference. I feel so silly! Thanks for pointing that out, I was really wondering about her name!
I want one. Please update me on price
I'd love to buy one when the preorder info goes up but is it only open for people in the US? I'm based in the UK.
i want to get her, but i live on the otherside of the contry, and cant go to sdcc. will you let me know when shes up for preorder and how much she will be?
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So you will be shipping these? Also for Canadians?!? My daughter really wants weberella but I don't want to spend 200.00 like I did for Scarah!
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Good afternoon. Also want to buy. Please let know if it is possible. I live in Russia. Thank you.
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Last time I brewed Apfelwein I picked up 10 packets of Montrachet yeast to play with (.50 cents a pop). A couple moths ago my wife and I were at the grocery store walking down the juice isle and look out, the wheels started turning upstairs... haha. Forward to today, experiment complete: Success! I'm not really sure what to call this as it turned out tasting and feeling like a dry chardonnay but it's strange... it doesn't know what it wants to be; the fruit and tea flavor is still there but it is VERY light and minimal... One thing is for certain, it's wonderful on a really hot day when it's cold, and the humidity here in STL these past 2 weeks has been insane, you get the idea. St. Louis Summer Tea (2 gallon batch) Ingredients: 2 gallons Arizona Sweetened Iced Tea with Lemon (sold in 1 gal jugs, no preservatives or additives) 1lbs Dextrose 1 (small, 15oz I believe) can of Oregon Cherries in syrup (no preservatives or additives) 1 qt water 1 tsp yeast energizer 1 tsp pectic enzyme 1 pack Montrachet yeast 1 funnel with a screen 1 2+ gal carboy 1 CO2 lock Instructions: 1. Open and dump the entire can of cherries into a 1qt pitcher then add your water till it's filled to the 1qt level. 2. Using a masher, start going at it with the cherries in the pitcher, mixing and mashing until it appears and feels like it's very well mixed, then set aside. 3. Pour half of each gallon of tea into your carboy. 4. Dump a half pound of the dextrose into each now half filled tea jug. 5. Add 1 tsp of yeast nutrient to 1 tea jug, Add 1 tsp of pectic enzyme to the other jug, cap them, then shake them to mix everything up. 6. Dump the remaining tea / sugar mixture into your carboy. 7. Open 1 pack or Red Star Montrachet yeast and pour it into the carboy. 8. Using a funnel with a screen, pour the pitcher of cherry water through the screen into the carboy, avoid dumping the actual cherries in. 9. Cap it with your CO2 lock (used vodka in mine), put it in your brew closet, then forget it exists for 8 weeks. As for carbonating, I used a little under 1/2 a cup dextrose added to 1 cup boiled water then racked on top of it. I'd recommend standard measurements to a batch, 3/4 a cup to 5 gallons, cut and go from there. Fermentation was VERY slow on this, it took quite a while to get going and even then it was not a vigorous fermentation at all, but it sure the hell did ferment. I had an OG of 1.055 and a FG of 0.997, ABV clocked between 7.5 and 8%. **WARNING** This is VERY dry. You may want to sweeten it back up a little bit but you'll need to add potassium sorbate to prevent your added sugar being fermented out again, which in doing so without forced carbonation you will not get carbonation in your bottles. On a side note though, this is very good even without carbonation, so find what works for you. Bottom line though, it tastes really good and it is SUPER cheap to throw together, everything you need (minus the yeast, energizer, and enzyme) you could find at a local grocer and this 2 gallon batch cost me a total of 10 dollars (I got 23 bottles out of it, that is 0.43 cents a 12oz bottle!). As far as using a different brand or style of tea, just make sure it is not sugar free and it does not have preservatives or strange additives; Arizona works great. Oregon Cherries: $3.00 1lbs Dextrose: $1.25 2 Gallons Arizona Tea: $5.00 Yeast: $0.50 One of these extremely cold on a 95 degree sunny day with a heat index of 110? Priceless! I'm sure I'm not the first to brew something like this so if you have a similar recipe please share it, I'm all ears and eager to make more beverages of this fashion. If anyone else gives it a try, please post back what you think.
Do you think this would work without yeast energizer and pectic enzyme?
The pectic enzyme just helps clear it out and prevent haze so that is not a necessity. There is plenty of fermentable sugars for the yeast to blast off of in there so you probably could get by without the energizer, I just prefer to use it to ensure they really get up and going. ***EDIT*** I adjusted the pectic enzyme and energizer amounts above, I used 1/2 a teaspoon each per gallon, not a full teaspoon each per gallon.
We were down to 4 bottles left so I threw a 3 gallon batch together last night, snapped off some photos of what it looks like before and after; pretty interesting change in color and flavor. 3 gallons in the carboy: The after: I would like add, though its very dry, our first batch has carbed up a bit and really is tasting great, I'm thinking the carbonation made a huge difference. Also served VERY cold, it's awesome.
Thinking outside the box! I like it! This does sound refreshing. SWMBO likes very dry wine, so I think she would think it is great. Do you secondary this or just rack it with the priming sugar and bottle? I'm going to try this. Maybe try a different fruit. I'll let you know how it turns out.
There is no need for a secondary with this in my opinion, it sits long enough on its own to clean itself up. On brew day after pitching, the tea is extremely dark and murky, you can somewhat see the yeast in suspension. Within 24-36 hours a good layer of krausen will form and you can visibly see the action (which on this batch is hammering WAY harder than my first batch, the yeast are hard at work). Fermentation will slow and putter out eventually, the krausen will fall to the bottom and gravity + weight will pack it pretty firm onto the cake. After a good 8 weeks it clears out pretty well though leaving it longer would probably do nothing but help. If you go for it, post back and let me know your thoughts!
a while ago I did a gallon of black and green teas with sugar added, fermented it dry ended up tasting horrible even at ~3 months maybe I should have added cherries
This looks interesting, I have to much on the to brew list right now but I'm saving this for next spring
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