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Apparently, the clock in Los Angeles does have a nasty habit of sticking late in the third period at the STAPLES Center.
This doesn't help us determine if it's clock error or timekeeper-related, but it does help us know this: that wasn't the first time the clock found itself "sticky" late in the game. Verrrrry interesting.
Stick-tap to @Majupra and redditor thebluefork (Reddit post here).
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I just reviewed California artist and garden designer Keeyla Meadows's new book on color for the Seattle Times (it'll run in Pacific's fall home design issue on October 11 - yes, I really do have that long a lead time...).
The lively, lovely exuberance of "Fearless Color Gardens: The Creative Gardener's Guide to Jumping Off the Color Wheel", to be published later this autumn by Timber Press, inspired the flower arrangement below. The vase is "Carrot Top" by Johanna Nitzke Marquis, and the mix of maroon, orange and pink (agastache, crocosmia, sweet peas, Astrantia 'Hadspen's blood') is so....well....so Keeyla, who seeks inspiration from flowers' own fearless color combinations.


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Breezy, I have LOVED your kitchen from the first day I ran across your post w/ eye candy photos -- It's totally my inspiration, as I consider my remodel. So, I'm wondering if you have tiled, yet? Or done anything else new? If you have any new photos to share, I, for one, would be grateful. (PS - pics with kitties are a bonus!) |
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Above the Tearline: Mexican Cartels
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Above the Tearline: Mexican Cartels
December 22, 2010 | 1533 GMT
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Vice President of Intelligence Fred Burton gives an overview of the
Mexican drug cartel activities in 2010 and what trends we are likely to
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Hi, I'm Fred Burton with STRATFOR. In this week's Above the Tearline
we're going to look at our 2010 cartel report with a forecast for 2011.
In our study we outlined three major trends that occurred 2010, in the
first being the Calderon government efforts to go to war with the
cartels was very effective in the elimination of many cartel high-value
targets this year, however it also led to an increase in the body count
from 6,000 to 11,000 in calendar year 2010.
The second interesting trend that we noted our study is the introduction
of the improvised explosive device in Mexico by the cartels and
fortunately these devices are very rudimentary and we haven't seen an
actual vehicle-borne improvised explosive device. However it's a
troubling trend that the cartels have moved into the improvised
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service to the community that the federal officers are deployed in. From
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very difficult position. He either has to accept U.S. intervention to
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Patricia Patsy Moxness, age 95, of Wabasha, Minn., and formerly of Faribault, Minn., passed away Sunday, September 15, 2013, at St. Elizabeths Nursing Home in Wabasha.
Patricia Mary Jones was born on September 12, 1918, in Faribault, to Fred C. and Germaine (Payant) Jones. She graduated from Bethlehem Academy with the class of 1935. Patsy married Alfred C. Moxness on April 24, 1940, in Faribault. In 1952, they moved to St. Paul, where they resided for 49 years. Patsy worked as an executive secretary in the insurance and brokerage industry for many years. She then worked as a secretary for the Court of Appeals in St. Paul, which she greatly enjoyed. She and Alfred wintered in Florida for 16 years and enjoyed traveling together. They moved to Faribault in 2001. Alfred preceded her in death on January 20, 2003.
Patsy loved to play bridge, care for her vegetable garden, and refinish furniture. She was a talented piano player, who could play by ear. She enjoyed reading about many subjects, including politics, sports, and current events, which made her a great conversationalist. Most of all she was a great wife, mom, grandma, sister, and friend.
She is survived by her children, Bill Moxness of Robbinsdale, Minn., Richard Moxness of Sioux Falls, S.D., and Mary Moxness of Winona, Minn.; grandson, Gregory Moxness; daughter-in-law, Carolyn Moxness of Vadnais Heights, Minn.; brothers, Richard (Vivian) Jones and Robert (Suzi) Jones, both of Faribault; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred; parents; two brothers, Fred D. and Thomas Jones; two sisters-in-law, Jacqueline and Lucille Jones; and a great-nephew, Christopher Jones.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, September 20, 2013, at 10:30 a.m. at the Divine Mercy Catholic Church, 139 Mercy Drive, Faribault. Memorial visitation will be held on Friday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the church. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery in Faribault at a later date.
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Corporate Prayer and Fasting
Date: | Sunday, November 4 |
Time: | 6:00-7:15pm |
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Contact Information: | Iva Bennett 817-252-2956 |
Event Details: | For corporate prayer to operate at its optimum, we must be focused on the same objectives, the same scriptures. We are already led by the same Holy Spirit! This is where the prayer of agreement shines its brightest. "If two of you shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they sall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in Heaven. For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there I am in the midst of them." (Matthew 18:19-20) Friday, September 28, Eagle Mountain Church launched 40 days of prayer and fasting over the upcoming election. An awakening in the church will result in an awakening in the nation. Join us as we commit 40 days to prayer and fasting. WAYS TO CONNECT 1. Corporate Prayer We will meet this Sunday evening at 6:00pm to pray the prayer of agreement for:
2. Prayer Conference Calls To connect with Pastor Terri and Eagle Mountain Church prayer leaders for scheduled prayer conference calls throughout the week, please visit terricopelandpearsons.com for details or to download a schedule, click here. To download a copy of Pastor Terri's "Prayer Points", click here. 3. Fasting We have provided several articles and tips on fasting as well as the prayer points we are believing for in this fast. We pray these free resources will offer practical insights as well as spiritual direction. To download a copy of *"Pastor's Resources on Fasting", click here. To download a copy of *"Forty Days of Fasting: The Why and What of Fasting" along with "Prayer Points", click here. *Please note that the information presented in these downloadable documents should not be interpreted as specific medical advice. Before beginning any fast, you should always consult with a qualified healthcare provider. Other Fasting Resources: This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of resources available to the Body of Christ. As with many materials that contain valuable and insightful teachings, there will be elements within the teaching that must be read with discernment and wisdom. Several of these are available at our Word Works bookstore at 817-252-5708. Dr. Colbert's books can be purchased at www.drcolbert.com |


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FINALLY wore the dh down & my bottle tree will be 'planted' by this weekend. Woo hoo! But there are (ahem) *conditions*. It must be small, uniform in appearance and all blue. (Okay...I can work with that:)
Anyhoo, my tree will be constructed with a round fence post & 8" gutter nails using ONLY blue beer bottles. My question is about the spacing of the nails/bottles. (remember, its gotta be uniform in appearance) *see digger rollin eyes here* I tend to fly by the seat of my pants & just go with what looks good - it's all visual with me. However, dh has decided to do this while I'm at work - meaning WITHOUT SUPERVISION (scary). He's asked me for specific measurements... It's only in the last couple yrs he's started to get involved in my...um...projects. I don't want to discourage him. I'm thinking a round of four bottles with the following row offset 6 to 8 inches below that. Will that work? Arghhh.... I need to SEE it, touch it, feel it. I canNOT do this in my head. Helpppp!!! The clock is ticking. *sheesh* I hear my g-ma saying, 'be careful what you pray for' LOL blessings & thanks in advance,
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Digger, I had to chuckle when I read your message. That sounds so like conversations with my engineer hubby when we approach a new project. I just went out and looked a one of my bottle trees. The "nails" are at 45 degree angles to the post and there are four in each row equally spaced around the post. The offset rows are 4 inches below the row above it. Allows you to use lots of bottles and looks better with the smaller (beer) bottles. Good luck with your project. If you don't have a lot of bottles only add nails to the top third of the post it will look like a bouquet. If you add nails to more of the post it will look more like a tree with branches. Hope that makes sense. |
Thanks, texann, for the info & quick reply. Makes perfect sense. Good to know the 4" row spacing will work, made that adjustment in my plan. When I stared my Secret Garden couple yrs ago, hubs suddenly jumped in with both feet. Prior to that he'd always just shake his head at my gj projects. Anyhoo, the end result in no way resembles my sketch. Let's just say there's nothing *secret* about it and leave it at that, shall we? *chuckle* Thanks again for your help. blessings, |
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I can't wait to see it! Kathy |
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Showroom: Math Meets Art
These days, it seems as if 3D printing gets all the love. Hardly a day goes by without news of another development in the technique or a new product born from the process. It's a revolutionary option—especially now as the devices becomes more accessible both in terms of price and software. But. Innovation in process and design is still alive and well in some more traditional areas.


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Tue, Jan 27, 09 at 11:26
I need to attach fur strips directly to a section of my concerete wall (not the best practice I know but no room for XPS behind the fur strips--long story) so I was going to use pressure treated strips. The drywall will then be secured to these strips. Is it ok to screw the drywall to the pt wood....a friend suggested that might not be a good idea and to just attach regular fur strips to the concrete...just want to do whats better.... |
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- Posted by bus_driver (My Page) on Tue, Jan 27, 09 at 12:42
Use the pressure treated. It will not by any means harm the drywall. Some codes require PT for any wood contacting concrete. |
- Posted by maryland_irisman (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Tue, Jan 27, 09 at 19:32
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PT or polyvinyl between the wall and the furring. Whatever is easier to do. |
- Posted by andrelaplume2 (My Page) on Wed, Jan 28, 09 at 8:07
Well I think it will be a 1 X 4 pt strip over some foamseal with XPS in between the strips...every 2 feet or so. Thanks all. |
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Lee University coach Mark Brew wasted no time in using that phrase and praising his Flames after a thrilling 4-3 victory over Gulf South Conference opponent North Alabama on Sunday afternoon at Olympic Field. The triumph gave Lee the two games to one series win.
"What a great team win by our guys," said an excited Brew. "We had lots of players contributing in key moments of the game. (Pitcher) Jeremy Bales was simply outstanding in relief and kept us in the game until we could scratch those runs late. (Derrick) Pitts had a huge day with two big hits and RBIs at the plate. He came on to pitch and closed the game out in the ninth, plus he threw a big runner out at the plate from right field in the middle innings."
Brew went on to say, "It was one of our best offensive-execution performances. We did an excellent job playing 'small ball' and moving runners and making the most of our hits."
He also added, "I am really proud of how our guys responded after struggling in game one of the series. They could've easily quit, but they need to be commended for how well they stuck with it and found a way to win the next two games and an important Gulf South Conference series. Hopefully, this can create some momentum into next week with old rival Bryan coming to town on Wednesday and then another big GSC series at Valdosta (Ga.) State over the weekend."
The Flames jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first inning. Siosi Poti singled, stole second and went to third on a sacrifice bunt by Andres Nelo. He scored on an error by the Lion third baseman. Blake Ray picked up an RBI on the play.
North Alabama bounced back and tied the contest in the third. Tyler Hall led off the inning with a double and Jake Ward followed with a two-base knock that scored Hall. Brett Guzay tied the game with a single. Coach Brew quickly went to the mound and removed starting pitcher Rob Gustitus and called Bales to the mound. "Gustitus was pitching OK, but I felt like we needed to bring in Bales, who has been lights out all year."
The move worked to perfection. Not only did the senior right-hander silence the Lion bats in the third, he went on to pitch 5 2/3 innings, allowing only three hits and no earned runs. Bales got credit for his third win of the year and Pitts came on in the ninth to record his third save.
North Alabama went on top 3-2 in the fifth and threatened to do even more damage. Payton Thomas reached on an infield hit and Ward was safe on a throwing error. Guzay scored Thomas with a ground ball out and Dylan Boston drilled a line drive to right field. Pitts made the catch and Ward, who was stationed at third, tagged up and attempted to score. A perfect strike by Pitts allowed Lee catcher Nathan Wierzgac to tag Ward out for a big third out.
The Flames tied the contest in the sixth. Zac Hawkins led off the inning with a single and Ray was hit by a pitch. Josh Silver put down a perfect sacrifice bunt, moving Hawkins to third and Ray to second. Wierzgac allowed Lee to tie the score at three when he singled home Hawkins.
Lee pushed across what turned out to be the winning run in the bottom of the seventh inning. Jordan Stewart put down a bunt that the North Alabama third-baseman could not handle. Poti sacrificed Stewart to second and Pitts came up with his second key hit of the afternoon when he ripped a single to right that scored Stewart.
The Lions threatened to strike back in the top of the eighth inning. With two outs, Jake Smith walked and took third on a single by Hall. Thomas sliced a liner down the left-field line. Cameron Brewster got a great jump and made the running catch to not only end the inning but keep North Alabama from scoring at least one and maybe two runs.
It was a defensive battle from start to finish. The Lions outhit the Flames 6-5 and used three pitchers to control the Lee bats. Kyle Conkle started and pitched five innings. He allowed just two hits and one earned run but he walked four patient Lee hitters. Austin Carpenter pitched the next two innings and was charged with the defeat. He surrendered three hits and one earned run. Gustitus hurled 2 1/3 innings for the Flames. The freshman gave up two earned runs and three hits.
The Flames have a date with non-conference rival Bryan College on Wednesday at 6 p.m. at Olympic Field. "Bryan has defeated us on our own field the last two times we've played," pointed out Brew. "Hopefully, we can build on the momentum from these two wins and carry it forward."


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Both the 1981 and 1997 example seek to discover how fiscal policy can revive an economy in recession. However, when an economy has been inflated by bubbles and excess credit, perhaps it will have to suffer an inevitable recession to pop the bubbles and restart. Sometimes, I wonder if 1997 HK is a better example, where all the bubbles were popped, the economy tanked, and the economy revived later with far more strength and resilience.
I feel that government stimulus are rather artificial and may prevent reforms in the private sector that may contribute to long term growth in the future.


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Why Willie Colon's injury matters
Steelers' O-line issues can affect value of Ben Roethlisberger, Rashard Mendenhall
How will the upheaval on the Steelers' offensive line affect the fantasy value of the team's skill-position players?
On June 28, Pittsburgh Steelers tackle Willie Colon tore his Achilles' tendon while working out, ending his 2010-11 season before it ever began. Observers might look at that and feel relieved that Colon is a right tackle, the side where less-skilled offensive linemen (on teams with right-handed quarterbacks) tend to play. In Colon's case, however, that's not true. He was Pittsburgh's best offensive lineman, a relatively small player (315 pounds, which qualifies him as "small" by tackle standards) who nevertheless developed into one of the best run-blockers in football. And in '09, Colon also made himself into a serviceable pass-blocker. His loss is huge.
In contrast, starting left tackle Max Starks allowed eight sacks last season, putting him in the top 10 among all tackles. He's pretty much a league-average, all-around blocker. And the interior of this line was one of the worst in football last year: Right guard Trai Essex was awful (ProFootballFocus.com listed him as having led all guards in allowing quarterback pressures in '09), center Justin Hartwig wasn't much better (the 15 QB pressures he allowed according to PFF.com was second-worst among blockers at his position) and left guard Chris Kemoeatu has potential but was injured for much of last season. In short: Colon held this unit together. Now the Steelers have signed Flozell Adams, late of the Dallas Cowboys, to replace Colon at right tackle, and drafted Maurkice Pouncey (April's No. 18 overall pick), who figures to shore up some of the line's interior.
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Adams is still one of the league's best run-blockers, but his pass blocking has fallen off severely the past two seasons. With him replacing Colon on the right side, Ben Roethlisberger (once he returns from suspension) should be under as much pressure as ever. And remember, this is a quarterback who was sacked a league-high 50 times last year. Therefore, we have to add this to the list of question marks about Roethlisberger and the Steelers' passing game, which prominently includes Mike Wallace, Hines Ward and Heath Miller. Because I already had Big Ben as my No. 16 fantasy quarterback thanks to his league-imposed September absence, I'm not going to drop him any further in my rankings. You're probably still drafting him to be your fantasy second-stringer, and then hoping he comes on strong later in the season. I am also not ready to immediately downgrade Wallace, Ward or Miller, though if one receiver is likely to suffer if Roethlisberger has less time to throw, it's probably Wallace, who specializes in deep routes.
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On the running side, things aren't as worrisome for Rashard Mendenhall. At age 35, Adams probably isn't a one-to-one equivalent for Colon, but he's a darned good run-blocker. And Mendenhall performed well enough once he took over the starting backfield gig from Willie Parker last season, even as the O-line was struggling (particularly in the interior, something Pouncey very well may help right away). I lowered Mendenhall in my RB ranks as a result of the Colon injury, to just outside my positional top 10. Rather than being a clear No. 1 fantasy back, I think he's now borderline, and better as a No. 2. But he should still be a big-time fantasy contributor.
The bottom line is that the real red alert is Pittsburgh's protection of (presumably) Byron Leftwich in the season's first month, especially around the edges. If Adams looks even worse against the pass than he did last season (and if his seemingly countless false-start penalties continue), Roethlisberger may be in some trouble when he returns. Meanwhile, the interior of this line has a long way to go and could be the Steelers' biggest weakness (Pouncey notwithstanding), but that was the case last season, and Mendenhall was pretty darned good in '09-10.
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Chiefs of State and Cabinet Members of Foreign Governments
Date of Information: 9/18/2008
(The Netherlands Antilles are a self-governing part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands.)
Governor | Frits GOEDGEDRAG |
Prime Min. | Emily DE JONGH-ELHAGE |
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Min. of Constitutional & Interior Affairs | Richard GIBSON |
Min. of Economic Affairs & Labor | |
Min. of Education & Cultural Affairs | Maritza SILBERIE |
Min. of Finance | Ersilia DE LANNOOY |
Min. of General Affairs & Foreign Relations | Emily DE JONGH-ELHAGE |
Min. of Health & Social Affairs | Joan THEODORA-BREWSTER, Dr. |
Min. of Justice | Norberto RIBEIRO |
Min. of Telecommunications & Transportation | Omayra LEEFLANG |
Min. Plenipotentiary to The Hague | |
Dir., Bank of the Nertherlands Antilles | Emsley TROMP |
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Sun, Oct 26, 08 at 15:23
We have a camellia in our front garden which gets early morning sun and then is shaded for the rest of the day. Hubby says it used to be so vibrant and beautiful (I came into his life after the camellia lol)and now it looks like it is dead except for the fact that there ARE leaves sprouting in various and sundry places. Do we prune back to where the green is or prune further and hope for reanimation in the hopefully not too distant future?
And more importantly if we do prune it - WHEN should we do it? I believe it is a winter/spring bloomer and the flowers are a beautiful pink/yellow..It is approximately 5 ft tall - maybe a little more - and 3 ft wide - 1 to 1-1/4" trunk thanks for any and all help! |
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Can you post a picture to better determine how to prune? Can you explain what caused the problem? Watering issues? Just as a f.y.i., minor pruning can be done at any time but heavier pruning is best done when the plant is dormant during Winter. |
Oops. Sorry, tootercat. I left out a pruning link to the American Camellia Society Website. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Pruning Camellias, by the ACS
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So you've heard how great we think we are, but that doesn't necessarily mean squat. Don't worry, we're not the only ones who think we're freaking awesome. We have a whole posse of cheery customers who would like nothing better than to tell you we rock! This is what people in the Kansas City area have to say about our award winning siding installation, window installation, remodeling, customer service and all-around awesomeness. Shoot us a comment or be social on our Facebook and Twitter pages and maybe, before long, your comment will be flashing around our website too! And if you need more proof of our super-hero skills, take a peep at our Awards Page and Project Gallery. Yeah, they're pretty convincing…
To Our Extended Total Home Family,
Jay & I would just like to thank you for our complete exterior renovation. Our 30 year old Cedar siding had started falling off our house, it was so rotten. We had MANY contractors out for estimates with various products offered to us. No one could ever capture the uniqueness of our home that we were trying to retain. After 2 years of debating, we finally ran across your ad and taking another shot in the dark, we finally found exactly what we were looking for. Besides the product of CertainTeed Siding (keeping our look of weathered wood but not falling to the ground) and Marvin Windows, we were impressed with the personalization that came with your expertise. We truly felt we were your only customer and that you genuinely listened to our wishes for this long awaited project. In today's society when we are all so busy and everyone is working to make ends meet, you just don't get that extra personal attention anymore. We want to say a great big THANK YOU to everyone on your staff as we love our new siding, new windows (all 23 of them!), patio door, 2 back doors, garage doors and best of all our beautiful Mahogany Entry Door!!!
Besides our nice new appearance, our utility bills have lowered with the increased efficiency and we rarely hear any outside noise now. So now when we sit outside on our patio, we can actually relax and look at our beautiful home instead of fretting about our dilapidated siding.
We have had so many compliments on our 'Total Home' Exterior Makeover! And we always tell them 'Thanks to Total Home'! Our next project will definitely start with a call to you!
Jay & Linda Beadle
Olathe KS
Hi Pat,
Hope you had a good holiday week. I meant to email you sooner, and I completely forgot, with all the holiday travel, etc. Sorry about that…I love the windows!! I can't wait until I can replace more.
I'll probably be contacting you in Feb for at least the 3 big windows we already discussed and potentially a couple of others.So far it looks like the repair on the gutter has helped quite a bit. I'll really have a good idea this week when it warms up and all that snow on my roof starts melting.Thanks again,
Shawnee, KS
Total Home,
You are amazing! you replaced the vinyl siding on my Olathe, Kansas home in record time. Total Home chose to use Certainteed vinyl siding, and it was a great choice. the vinyl replacement was flawless and improved the value of my home a lot.Thanks!
Daniel G.
Hi Pat-
They showed up at my house yesterday to do my gutters. Thank you so much. They laughed at my Chia Pet gutters!!!Thanks again for your help.
Kelsey E.
Overland Park, KS
Dear Total Home,
The custom stone work your team completed on my Lenexa, Kansas home is stunning! the brick was 'blah' but the stone is 'wow'! i just wanted to say thanks for your team's hard work in completing the custom stone work so quickly and with such a high level of craftsmanship hard to find in Johnson County. Total Home has proven to be an excellent choice for custom stone re-facing work on my Lenexa, KS home.
Thanks a lot!
Dave H.
Total Home,
Gutter replacement is a tough job in inclimate weather at best–but the youg men performed the job in a very professional manner–to everyone's satisfaction!!!D. Stevens
Overland Park, KS
Total Home,
The work done was excellent. Greg Strand is an asset to your company as are your gutter/soffit repair team.
Leawood, KS
Total Home,
the stucco on my Johnson County house was literally falling apart, but you saved the day! the custom stucco work you did on my home in Leawood, Kansas is wonderful. you really performed above and beyond the call of duty. Total Home is the name in stucco in Leawood, Kansas!Thanks a lot!
Victoria H.
Total Home,
I was very pleased with your prompt and professional job!!
Dave M.
Olathe, KS
Total Home,
You guys really made my Shawnee, Kansas house into a home. Amazing stonework on the front of my Shawnee home and the choice of Certainteed vinyl siding has been a total transformation to my Shawnee, Kansas home. Total Home, you're the best at vinyl siding installation in Shawnee, Kansas.Thanks!
Total Home Management,
Pat was excellent to deal with. Installer was very courteous and neat.
Great job!
Joe V.
Overland Park
Dear Pat & Total Home Crew,
wow! what an amazing transformation! you remodeled the stairway of my Lenexa, Kansas home in record time. Your team completed the stairway and railing remodel very competently. thanks to Total Home my remodeled stairway in Johnson County, KS looks great!
Total Home,
Nice Estimator and Installer. And GOOD price!
Overland Park, KS
Hey Pat!
Just wanted to get back to you here…sorry it has taken me so long here. Things look great! I am very happy with our office! Derrick did an amazing job that's for sure! Thanks again.
Olathe, KS
The check is in the mail today. (bet you've never heard that before!) But it is. Thank you for your prompt, professional service. We had received your name from a man my brother works with at Cabellas who said he calls your company exclusively when he needs work done. We now see why.
Thanks again,
Sharon V.
Kansas City, KS
Excellent work on screening-in our deck in our Johnson County home! We cannot wait until this summer to enjoy the new space you created for us. Until now, we always struggled to find a way to spend more time outside, now it's like we have a whole new room! Having a custom screened-in deck in Olathe, Kansas is an great experience. thanks Total Home for making our dreams a reality!
Total Home,
My neighbor and I had 4 estimates and all very high. The fact that your company worked with me to lower the cost is what sold me. I was able to lower cost by replacing the facia myself and removing and disposing of the old guttering myself. Your crew was respectful of shrubs and landscape. Very polite and professional. I am in the rehab business and will be using you again. Thanks for a pleasant experience.
Patrick F.
Prairie Village, KS
Greg & Pat,It makes a huge difference with the completion of our gutters. It looks great! Been needing this done for a long time now. Thank you so much!
Kansas City, MO
I just got home from work, and I just want to say that you guys did such an AWESOME job on our house. Your gutter installer far exceeded our expectations. He was totally cool and his installation work kicked [butt]! I am going to refer you to everyone I know and to all of the people at my lake homeowners association committee. Man, you guys are just AWESOME!
Mr. Busby
Gardner, KS
Greg & Pat,The crew worked very efficiently and quickly. Thanks for the good job!
Steve T.
Overland Park, KS
Dear Total Home,
Courteous, Attentive Service Thanks! Will be calling you for my next job.
D. McCullin
Olathe, KS
Dear Pat,
Very Prompt! Great job & clean up! I am a hair stylist and will pass on the word! Thanks!
Debbie L.
Olathe, KS
Total Home,
The personal attention was great. Price was much better than other bids while still offering a quality product.
Mark L.Stilwell, KS
Total Home,
The salesman we went through was a good sport when being hammered with questions. He even worked it out to make us get what we wanted, like nickel hardware. Thank you Pat! Very likeable, gave us details and suggestions. The installer was nice, as well.
Mr. & Mrs. Maid
Harrisonville, MO
Thank you for the great looking gutters. I am very pleased with the job your men did. They were very courteous and friendly and did the job in a timely fashion.
Roger E.
Overland Park, KS
The customer and I were very pleased with the work and the men. Thank you!
L. Wilson
Wilson Building & Remodeling
Independence, MO
Thank you for such a wonderful job!
Evelyn Clark
Kansas City, MO
Thanks for the prompt, quick response–Looks good!
Kim K.
Lee's Summit, MO
Sure like my new guttering. Looks good; if I find anyone needing guttering I'll call you. Thanks a lot.
Bob N.
Kansas City, KS
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The sun was already starting to set as Max, our "war archaeologist" tour guide, drove us to a digging site northwest of Murmansk. We'd stopped to visit a couple of World War II memorials on the way, and now as we sped along in his silver Mercedes, Max told me for the second time, "You'll find something today, for sure."
We were carrying a state-of-the-art metal detector in the trunk, but I was skeptical as to how Max knew I'd find any war artifacts with it. Two of his fellow searchers were already at the site, and I found myself wondering whether he'd asked them to bury something for me to "find." It didn't seem like the kind of thing he'd do -- but then, how could he be so certain?
When we followed Max into the woods, just a few dozen yards from the highway, I got my answer. There were piles of artifacts lying around, newly dug up by the searchers. Bottles, sardine cans, mess kits, ceramic cups, even a packet of cigarettes -- this area, apparently a German campground, was an absolute treasure trove of historical objects. I meandered around one pile, picking up bottles and marveling at the idea that for 60 years, they'd lain undisturbed just beneath the dirt.
Max handed me the metal detector, gave me a quick lesson in how to swoop it left to right, and waved me off. No matter which direction I took, I literally couldn't go more than a foot or two at a time without the telltale warble indicating the presence of metal below. Each time I got a strong signal, one of the searchers hurried over to start digging. And within about 15 minutes, we'd uncovered a pickaxe head, an aluminum hook, and an airplane wing. I was agog.
This was definitely fun, though undercut by the seriousness and sorrow of what happened on this land. Max takes his hobby seriously, studying accounts of the battles fought in the area and even traveling abroad to hear the firsthand recollections of German army veterans. He's also studying German, Finnish and Norwegian, to broaden his research options.
When the sun finally disappeared for good, we shivered our way over to the campfire and sat as close as we dared. One of the men roasted chunks of sausage over the flame, while Max passed around a bottle of cognac. Rounded off with a few slices of brown bread and some hot tea, it was one of the finer meals I've had in Russia.
Looking at the lean, smudged faces of the men around the fire, it was almost possible to imagine we were all soldiers from a faraway time. That is, until Max suddenly started blasting heavy-metal music out of his car speakers to accompany our meal. Alas, imagination only goes so far.
Next week: St. Petersburg, our final destination! We'll catch up with Larisa Fedotova from 1995's chewing gum wars and the surviving members of the five-generation family of Maria Mikhailovna Gurevich.
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Thanks for this fascinating account. What is the underlying sentiment in Murmansk towards Germany in 2005? The US has very close ties to Japan today and we even consume some Japanese pop culture. But we did not have the bloody ground war that the Soviets and Germans had in WWII. Can you expand a bit on the sentiments of those people you met in Murmansk with respect to Germany today?
Posted by: joejoejoe | November 11, 2005 06:16 PM
"War archaeologist"? And I thought Murmansk was boring and dull! Fascinating person, and kudos for such a great story!
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Posted by: Максим | November 16, 2005 07:42 AM
Joe - Apart from the WWII hobbyists, we didn't ask many people in Murmansk how they feel about the Germans now. But generally, in Russia, people seem to feel that whatever happened 50 years ago shouldn't be held against the Germans of today. There are, of course, exceptions, but that's what I've been told by a number of people.
In 1995, I attended a reburial of WWII remains of both German and Soviet soldiers. The organizers invited a Lutheran minister to pray for the Germans, and they feared this would cause an uproar. It didn't at all -- just the opposite, in fact. Most of the participating Russians seemed moved by the gesture.
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I was reading about the marvin ultimate gliders which have been redesigned to operate very smoothly, and look good. My budget is more the marvin integrity line which seem to have the same mechanism. My alternative is casements either integrity or higher end vinyl. Does anyone know the approximate price differential between the marvin integrity gliders vs casements and how well they look.work? thanks in advance. |
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I service the product on the west coast. Integrity is a good window. Depending on your area either would be fine. If you have high winds then I would go casement. Check out a showroom. That way you see the aesthetics and can compare to other window brands to be sure you are getting what you want. Casements are always going to run a bit more then a glider. |
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I found these Season of Bounty orange and green plates at a ys this summer for $1. They all have different sayings but start out with "We Give Thanks". They are made by Kathy Killip. The 2 small candleabras were .25 and I also picked up the white turkey s & p shakers this summer while out ys.
Lg bowl is the match to my turkey platter I shared in my china cabinet. The chargers are William Sonoma I received as a BDay gift from family. Small plates are part of my Royal Doulton set that were DM's aunts collection. I started out my ts with this set and will always cherish this beautiful set. Jeanne, lit the candles on the buffet for this picture just for you.haha Jane, here's my lovely "Giving Plate" you sent and I still love it. I'm sure it will keep giving me joy forever. Saved some of my new pumpkins, grass and wire pumpkins to share with it on here. I need to get my TG table set but haven't decided what I want to use. The plus is I won't have to rewash all of it if I keep putting it off.LOL Hope to get dinner rolls and pie crusts made tomorrow and in the freezer for TG dinner. I worked today and stopped after work to see DGD who has a flu bug. Poor little thing was so sick. We're getting our first snow so not sure if I'll try getting some outdoor decorations put out. Maybe I'll start indoors. Hope all is well with all of you and you've got your Christmas shopping started. It's going to come and go if I don't kick it in gear! Punk |
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Oh gosh, punk! All that candlelight & for me!!! Thank you! You know your candlelight always impresses me & is a gift to see when you share your t'scapes! Your buffet is very striking in this pic! But I am absolutely lovin' those plates w/the precious sayings are them! Wow, those are beautiful how you layered them between the white dinnerplates & the tiny flowered small heirloom plates... it all looks wonderful! Pretty glassware & that flatware you've used is so versatile & looks lovely! And your other sidetable/buffet looks gorgeous ...I love it..lots of pumpkins & pretties & that precious plate from your forum friend here! TFS, punk! Now I'm off to bed! (but had to comment on your ts) Jeanne S. |
Jeanne, you always comment on the candlelight so yes it was for YOU! Thanks for the comments and I need to head to bed too. Punk |
- Posted by marlene_2008 (My Page) on Sun, Nov 13, 11 at 12:03
What a lovely table Punk! Love your dishes and your entire table. Your buffet is gorgeous too! |
Marlene, thanks for your comments on this table and buffet. I thought these plates were pretty neat when I found them and had to share. I set my TG table today with my Churchill Turkey plates on a pink tc for a change. Punk |
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Punk, I love those dishes. Perfect for a TG table. Your table is just perfect. I LOVE HOW YOU USED ALL THE CANDLES ON THE TABLE AND BUFFET. I didn't mean to hit the Cap lock, butI did and it just really shows how much I like it, so I left it. Love it all! Janet |
- Posted by christmascandy (My Page) on Sun, Nov 13, 11 at 20:41
How perfect are those plates!!! I am amazed at the variety of beautiful plates everyone finds. I'll bet you were doing the happy dance when you saw those! Your layering is spot on as usual. The buffet and the sideboard are wonderful, and I am studying the sideboard as I really like all the different pieces and how you used them on it. I am thankful for all the wonderful friends on this board and the inspiration I receive from everyone's beautiful pictures. TFS, |
Janet, your so fun. Thanks for all the sweet comments. Are your shingles any better? Candy, you inspire me too! That's what great about all of us here. What I plan to set is a white table and buffet this winter if I can figure out what to put on them. How's the upstairs Christmas decorating going? Thanks again for the comments. Punk |
Punk..this is such a lovely table...I too noticed ALL the candles too - Great Atmosphere! Those plates are so perfect for this table and I can't believe how much you paid for them...WOW! It's so nice that you have so many treasures from your family to put out and enjoy...to me that's so special. That buffet is such a beautiful piece and all your decorations look wonderful - yes I see the plate 'front and center ! ...I'm so happy you're still enjoying it. Wish I had half your energy - whipping up your tables and baking in between work..bottle that up and send some to me. Hope your little DGD gets better soon. There's so many kids catching flu and colds from one another thru school. jane |
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Punk, that is such a beautiful table! The dishes and candles and buffet....ALL so very appealing. I'm so sorry DGD has the flu. Poor thing. I hope no one else gets it, the flu really knocks the heck out of you! As for Christmas shopping, don't remind me!! Then again, maybe someone BETTER. I haven't even THOUGHT about it this year, and I usually buy during the year for friends when I'm out antiquing or thrifting. Dang. I have a feeling this is fixin' to be a BIG problem for me now. hugs, Karen |
- Posted by maximavswife (My Page) on Mon, Nov 14, 11 at 13:12
Karen, My youngest son turns 30 tomorrow :) I have always told them that they can get older but don't drag me along LOL! Punk, your decor is just beautiful. I love the green goblets and the plates that you found. Those chargers are to.die.for. Your sideboard is awesome with all of the different levels. Having the candles lit up is such an awesome picture! Thanks for sharing with us :) Kath |
Jane, Karen and Kath, thanks for your sweet comments. I was thrilled with the chargers and they are nice. I have several sets of those glasses and enjoy using them too. DGD is better and DD had the flu today. I offered to come up and spend the night but DD said she's feeling better tonight. They had been down on Friday so I was already exposed. So far I've escaped it! Karen, hope you had a fun BDay with DS. Makes me want a piece of cake and ice cream just talking about it. You do have alot going on this month with all those BDay's. I have a large roaster of stew in the oven I made after work tonight. It's smelling pretty good right now. I'll share with friends tomorrow. Good One Kath 'I have always told them that they can get older but don't drag me along' LOL! My youngest will be 32 in Jan. Punk |
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