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The reason I ask is that it's in a 4" pot and seems to be growing quite well. As you can see, some rather large roots are already coming out of the bottom of the container. Why I hesitate: I'm near Seattle...our sunny days are pretty much over. The plant will have warmth, but very little light. Should I go ahead and repot it? If so, what should I be using for soil? I've mainly used Miracle Gro and not had all that much luck. I did buy some perlite, so I don't know if Miracle Gro potting soil with some perlite mixed in would be a good idea or not.
Thanks in advance for any advice! |
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- Posted by greenlarry UK 8/9 (My Page) on Sun, Oct 21, 12 at 11:29
Im not sure what miracle gro soil is like, never used it. I have used perlite however, its ok but I prefer vermiculite because when perlite comes to the surface its very lightweight and gets everywhere. But Im not sure this plant is in dire need of repotting. Unless its showing ill effects above soil Id wait till spring. |
I wouldn't be in a big hurry to repot it now, especially if you're pleased with how it's growing. I think potting up to a 6" pot and being attentive to water needs (with an emphasis on not over-watering) is a sound plan, though. Then, when summer comes around, you can get into the roots if you wish. The plant should respond as favorably as light will allow to the potting up, but it certainly wouldn't set if back unless you're heavy-handed on the watering can. ;-) Spiders like a fast draining soil that doesn't threaten roots by remaining wet for prolonged periods. Where you live, you should have good access to materials like fir bark, Turface, Axis/Play Ball, and others you can use to make a very free-draining soil your plants will really appreciate. You'll even be able to eliminate the perlite, which can add to the amount of fluoride the plant is subjected to and is sensitive to - not a huge plus, but every little bit helps. Good growing is about identifying the factors that limit your plants and acting to eliminate or reduce to the greatest degree possible their effects. Al |
- Posted by greenlarry UK 8/9 (My Page) on Sun, Oct 21, 12 at 15:23
Al, I never realised that perlite had flouride in it, interesting! |
It truly is interesting to note the number of useful tidbits you can pick up here at GW just by being here. I learn interesting things, or discover new things I want to look into before I post, every day. The amount of fluoride in perlite varies by it's source; and for plants sensitive to compounds of fluorine, rinsing perlite well in a strainer or wire colander can help reduce the amount of fluoride that makes it to the plant. Spider plants prefer low TDS/EC (fertility) levels, which is why soils you can water/flush at will and fertilize frequently at low doses go a long way toward preventing spoiled foliage. Keeping the humidity up is very helpful, but keeping roots working efficiently so they can easily move water to distal parts, leaf tips and margins, is the biggest factor affecting the plant's appearance. Al |
- Posted by purpleinopp 8b AL (My Page) on Sun, Oct 21, 12 at 18:02
I don't know how you don't have brown tips with the roots like that. Yesterday I unpotted one and was shocked by how much the roots had crammed the pot in about 6 mos. I don't use perlite and can't do much about it getting tap water sometimes, and while it's inside for winter. Plenty of sun here in winter, though, I did repot it, in the way I've done these for a LONG time. Before: |
- Posted by purpleinopp 8b AL (My Page) on Sun, Oct 21, 12 at 18:03
- Posted by purpleinopp 8b AL (My Page) on Sun, Oct 21, 12 at 18:04
- Posted by greenlarry UK 8/9 (My Page) on Sun, Oct 21, 12 at 18:24
Purple, is that an all green chlorophytum? |
- Posted by purpleinopp 8b AL (My Page) on Sun, Oct 21, 12 at 20:54
yes. |
- Posted by greenlarry UK 8/9 (My Page) on Mon, Oct 22, 12 at 6:33
Ive never seen one in the flesh. Theres also a different coloured one, variegated but exotic looking. Havent had a spider for years! My cats would love one, lol |
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As opposed to the huge number of berries on my 'Red Sprite' winterberries last fall (when I planted them), the berries thus far have been few. Am wondering if any of the following can explain this. 1. Much more precipitation than usual during the summer. (I thought this plant favored somewhat soggy conditions, however.) Please note that the 'Red Sprites' are all within 16' of a 'Jim Dandy' pollinator. |
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The answer to your question is in your post (when I planted them) It is only normal that newly planted shrubs put their energy into rooting in and becoming established. From this point on they will resume making flowers, if the flowers are pollinated they will make fruit. |
Yes, agree with what Sam said. There's always a stress associated with planting and re-establishment. (well, with almost any sort of plant, perhaps not all of them) FWIW, due to this wet spring & summer, my old American holly trees have an absolutely bumper crop of berries that are just turning red now. Best I've ever seen in the years I've lived here. |
- Posted by dave_in_nova VA zone 7a (My Page) on Thu, Oct 24, 13 at 14:27
Did you observe that your Red Sprites bloomed this spring? If so, did they bloom at the same time as the Jim Dandy? It's weird because even some of my 'stud' male hollies which are supposed to bloom at the correct time, don't. Some get more sun or shade than the female and even that seems to throw the bloom time off just a bit. But likely it's what Sam said. |
- Posted by paula_in_pa z6 SEPA ChesCo (My Page) on Sat, Oct 26, 13 at 11:25
All depends on weather conditions. Last year I had few berries on my 'Red Sprite', this year it's loaded. 'Jim Dandy' is about the same distance away as the OP's. |
- Posted by Sequoiadendron4 6B (My Page) on Mon, Oct 28, 13 at 21:57
All of our Red Sprites have tons of berries this year and this is their 3rd growing season. Usually the berries are eaten by animals or fall off early but all our berries are still intact. Btw...I tasted one of the berries and they taste sweet at first but turn bitter so they aren't very good... |
- Posted by ken_adrian z5 (My Page) on Tue, Oct 29, 13 at 7:33
(I've received various tips on fertilizing: don't fertilize; fertilize only in spring; fertilize only in the fall; and, fertilize in both spring and fall.) ==>>> as noted.. many times.. transplant shock ... flowering and berries will resume.. when the plant is fully established ... whenever that may be... but it should be next year ... IF soil pH is important.. then act accordingly to amend the soil.. it is NOT adjusted thru fertilizing.. THE ONLY PEEPS WHO RECOMMEND FERT.. IS PEEPS WHO SELL IT ... this thing should NEVER need fertilizer again ... ever ... but do note.. i differentiate food from pH ... do not get confused regarding such ... excessive fertilizer... of the wrong type.. and i would never waste money on time release for a shrub ... basically to much nitro.. will force excessive green growth.. over flowering ... but again.. that is not what is happening here.. its the transplant ... just remember.. they are shrubs.. not children ... they do not need to be fed .. ever ... [unless you live in some barren moonscape where nothing can live for lack of soil fertility .. which i doubt ] good luck ken |
- Posted by ken_adrian z5 (My Page) on Tue, Oct 29, 13 at 9:53
i cant reply to GWeb emails .... if you dont allow emails on your members page ... trees/conifers/shrubs.. in pots.. need fert.. because watering flushes out the good stuff in the media ... i just dont see where any of the named plants NEED anything from you.. but water.. to get over the fact you transplanted them ... are you suggesting.. your county is barren of native plants.. for lack of feeding.. your county soil so sterile.. that nothing you plant will survive without you juicing them??? listen.. i am a cheap SOB... i am leery.. of anything the guy sells, who recommends it ... its nonsense.. that plants are like children..and need to be fed .. that said.. a little of this or that wont hurt anything.. they just dont NEED it ... also.. if planting under aggressive trees.. such as maples.. when you dig a hole.. you sever maple roots.. and they will grow new feeder roots into your plant.. more so.. if you put plant food there.. and if your plant fails.. its usually from the maple sucking the life/water out of the soil ... in other words.. you fed the tree.. not your plant ... transplant are stressed.. from the transplant.. water helps them grow the roots .. to get over it.. feeding them does NOT help them get over it ... do whatever you want... but do it for the right reason ... rather than some gut feeling.. that you need to feed your children.. plants are not children ... ken |
I learned years ago not to fertilize my trees in the ground. Like Ken says, you will get a lot of excessive new growth. You're probably thinking that is exactly what you want....new growth, and lots of it. The downside is bugs love that excessive , tender, new growth and they will chew it all to Hell, disfiguring the plant. Even if they don't, the tree will grow into an unnatural shape with all the new growth fighting for space. The eventual losers in this race will result in a lot of dead twigs. |
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I posted before, but it looks like the forum ate my post! We have French doors that lead out to the patio. There is a 1/4" gap under the doors, so air, bugs, and even worms come through. We also discovered water in the metal track of the threshold, almost up to the level of the hardwood floor during the recent rain.
I checked a set French doors in another room and discovered they have a rubber base that runs the length and width of each door, however, that rubber piece is attached via two 1/2" grooves the underside of each door. The patio doors have apparently been shaved down, because the grooves are only 1/8", if that. What can I use to seal these doors? |
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They sell a ,"U" channeled weatherstripping that will slip over the bottom of the door. There are rubber "fingers" that will touch the threshold to seal out weather and bugs. Ron |
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Things I should most likely save for UTCU. But why not share them here where people spend their time at this time in the UT Community. (Yes I'm sure more will start coming to UTCU...many already do.)
There is a definitive architecture to CTF. Not only in map making. But in the game itself. But to start with the easier first. I will expound on the architecture of making CTF maps. Map Making, The CTF Way Online CTF is a very advanced variant on one of the oldest military training evolutions. 2 teams, 2 flags, and the drive to win is what it is at its most basic of levels. Alot of the best CTF maps in the history of internet gaming, i.e. 2fort4(Quake TF, with several Q2WF/TFC/UT variants), Strongholds (Q2CTF), Broadside (Tribes CTF), Cancer1wf (Q2WF) and many I cannot think to name right at this moment, all share, overall, alot of the same characteristics from map to map. All of the best CTF maps share these similar characteristics.

2 symmetrical bases.
Alot of open ground between the bases. And correct map scaling.
A non-hostile enviroment.
Correct Weapon Placement/Utilization.
 Two Symmetrical Bases While the hardcore net gamer can, and usually will adapt to nearly any situation, (Eternal Caves, November come to mind here) the general accreation of non-symmetrical CTF maps has hit the main stream with alot of the out of the box maps that came with UT. Now while any true advance in map design is a great thing. And there really is nothing wrong with having to adapt new strategies and tactics. There is a very very obvious example in UT itself that the old style still wins over any *advance* in map design currently in the box in UT. My general point here is how many November/Eternal Caves Only servers do you see out there? Essentially none would be the general reply. Now....I can usually find 20 - 30 Facing Worlds only servers out there. Proving...with out a doubt, that for CTF at least. 2fort is the key. Needless to say not ALL 2fort style maps are that good. Face plays with a life of its own...and an intensity that isn't seen on alot of the other out of the box UT CTF maps. Take CTF-DiamondScythe from Arkile as example. Now while a wonderful expansion of his wildly successful DiamondSword map concept. It plays like a slug, and...like DiamondSword and even Face itself...suffers from a very bad case of predictable pathing. Predictable Pathing is a map killer this one subject in and of itself is what turned me away from Q3A for good. In example; Q3CTF1 - a fine 2 for design...ruined completely by midfield size (it was like playing CTF in a closet) and the fact that there were only TWO routes into the base...and only ONE way to get to the flag...which was via jumppad. Face, DiamondSword and Scythe all suffer from a more advanced version of this predictable pathing issue. Giving very specific and tightly confined pathing to and from each flag base. And while still enjoyable to play...this is something that will destroy even the most ferverent Face lover's passion to play on these maps over a time. Needless to say...to avoid this issue there must be a careful planning of your mapping before you even go into uED. The completion of a working freespace map (DSword/Scythe/Face/EventHorizon) is a fine thing for any map maker to achieve. But can be a very trying time for a player. The constant wariness of a hostile void which you can fall/be knocked into causes a serious restraint of the true power of a CTF player...which is his mobility. Thusly rendering the play experience to something less than what it could be. The easiest way to avoid this is to concentrate on land based maps...the best of which I've seen..at least as indie maps go is Twin Valley. Midfield Space and Correct Scaling Claustraphobia can transfer to digital information. I had occasion a few days ago to play on the Weekend Warrior FAT BASTARD server. Now I have a fine digital connection and even when this server is nearly to max capacity (32 player base...bad idea for CTF definately) I get a fine ping to it. I played a few maps...basically slowly being driven insane by the spam...and the complete chaos that is a server that has WAY TO MANY players on it...and then the map switched to the indie map...McSwartzly. Talk about a serious need of design review. Needless to say McSwartzly Base plays like a screaming cheetah wheelie. Especially with 16 players per team...but its general scaling...and even its midfield space are only adequate for a MAX 6 vs 6 game. Any more than that and you can even walk TOWARDS a corner without being fragged by someones razorjacks or their flak spam. Scaling is a HUGE factor in CTF maps. Even indie UT revision of Stronghold CTF from Quake 2 begs a huge reconsideration of the scale of the map. For an example of what I am talking about I invite you (For those of you that have Quake 2 still installed) to take and view Stronghold CTF in Quake 2...and then in UT. The bases are both completely the same in basic design. But in scale...the UT version's roof in the flagroom is not more than maybe a scale 2 feet from the players head. This has a HUGE effect on ballistics within a map. In the Quake 2 version of Stronghold CTF and in Mckinley/McSwartzly, the scale of the map itself forced a finer precision of weapons use to achieve desired results....whereas in the UT versions..because of the minimized versions of these maps...it takes little to kill an enemy because a splash damage redirecter (wall/floor/ceiling) is ALWAYS in very close proximity to the player, causing even a weapon as innaccurate and easy to avoid in open spaces as the Ripper to become a veritablly unavoidable death machine...even in the hands of an unskilled player. Don't let anyone tell you different. Size DOES matter. The actual 2fort5 remakes I've seen for UT suffer from this problem as well. Tight hallways and close ceilings...making this map more akin to a childs clubhouse than a base worthy of defending. If you happen to have played it at all. I now invite you to think on the Q2 Weapons Factory versions of the classic 2fort map. The high vaulted ceilings...the ramp room size...the flagroom size...even the flagroom elevator access. Think of the differences between Q2WF 2fort7 and say....TFC's 2fort...or even the UT 2fort versions. Scale is the key....scale is what can turn a spammers paradise into a map that takes true skill to master. Also base access has a HUGE amount of play in the actual playability of a map. Take CTF-Deathfan as an example. This map is MADE for the person that has to spam to kill. 2 Flag room accessways, one in the roof...the other to the main hallway of the map. Curved surfaces on 90% of the map...making Flak spammers and razorjack spammers nearly equal to a skilled player in killing efficiency. This map's playability level is about a 2 on a scale of ten. The flag rooms are FAR to easy to defend...the pathing to and from each flag seems almost designed for indescriminate spamming of any weapon you have. And overall I'll be surprised if I EVER see the score at the end of the map be higher than 2 - 1. Now while this kind of stalemate might appeal to some. The true CTF player needs more options. A Non-Hostile Enviroment Now think on this for a moment. You've stolen your enemies prized possession and you are trying to spirit it away to your stronghold. You are being pursued...closely at times by angry men/women that have access to high power weaponry. Do you REALLY need to be crossing a rope monkeybridge over lava? Needless to say I am a very loud protestant of the use of voidspace/lava/toxic sludge/hostile textures on CTF maps. While I have alot of respect for the artistic use of these textures in small amounts on any map. The use of them in large amounts is nothing short of annoying. Look at Lavagiant. This is an EXCELLENT advance on the old 2fort variation. Its scaling is perfect for small elite matches...or large scale public server battles. But the |
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I agree with the majority of your post, though I do have some reservations towards the idea of all hostile terrain being A Bad Thing [tm].
If, for some odd reason, you were suddenly asked to create a real-life, honest-to-goodness fortress designed solely to protect some silly flag from an enemy armed with some rather fearful weaponry, the first thing you'd consider are chokepoints. Being the lovable death-can't-stop-me people that they are, the enemy *will* get into your fortress somehow, even if it involves dressing up as the pizza guy and relying on the stupidity of those rent-a-cops you hired for the late shift. Now, once they have your flag, they're going to run and run like hell. Chokepoints are designed both physically and psychologically guide your target to a predetermined area which you can pretarget or saturate with the high-caliber weapon of your choice. Chokepoints are the worst thing in the world when you have the enemy's flag, but they are a god-send when the enemy has yours. Now, I do see your point that hazardous terrain (ie lava, great heights, space or Republican National Conventions) can be overused. Perhaps map authors should consider greater use of non-hazardous terrain to create chokepoints. Walls are good as they force you to look towards the doorways for speedy escape. Two bodies of water, with a land-bridge between, is even better. The bridge is quick, but makes you an excellent target. The water is crossible, giving you more choice in your path, but slows you down considerably. In the end, however, you do raise some valid points, and I'm glad to see dialouges opened on such topics. |
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Most of you will by now have seen Seated Acupressure (On Site) Massage in practice and may even have received a Massage yourself. Perhaps you were at an Exhibition and thought 'That looks great. I'd love to do that'. Maybe you know someone who offers this type of Massage or someone who has On Site Massage at work. However your interest has come about, you know you want to train in On Site Massage.
So where do you go from here?
An obvious starting place is the internet. You will soon find you are faced with several Schools offering this type of training. Courses will range in content, quality of training, duration, price and location. Courses vary from just a few hours to 4 full days. This is obviously an influencing factor on the quality of training.
So what things do you need to consider before booking onto a course?
There are many different aspects to consider and the priority of each aspect will vary from person to person.
Whilst finance is an obvious consideration in the current economic climate, it should not necessarily be the first thing to consider.
What qualification would you receive on successful completion of the course? Is it a Certificate of Attendance, a Diploma from the School, or a Professional Diploma with accreditation (if so, who provides the accreditation?). Accreditation from a National Body is often instantly recognized and respected, particularly in the Corporate sector.
Does your Insurance Company recognise this qualification so it can be included on your policy, or would you have to change Insurance Companies? Again accreditation from a National Body is more likely to be accepted.
These points are all valid and we haven't yet looked at the course itself!
So what about the course?
Information regarding the content of the course should be readily available. Compare several courses and see what the differences are. According to their websites it may seem some schools are very similar in course content, but with a big variation in duration, ranging from a few hours to 4 full days.
So how can you choose between them?
Firstly, what are the entry requirements? The majority require a recognised Bodywork and Anatomy & Physiology qualification. This makes great sense as it is important to have an understanding of how the body works and the effect of Massage on the different systems of the body. To try and learn a skill such as Seated Acupressure (On Site) Massage without any prior knowledge of the body and the effects of massage, could lead to difficult and potentially harmful situations. On Site Massage is a powerful form of Massage. It works on the Meridians or energy channels of the body and may have quite a dramatic effect on the individual.
Further to that is both knowledge and understanding of Cautions and Contra Indications to Massage.
For several reasons this is a very important aspect of any type of Massage. With an increase in conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and conditions relating to poor diet and exercise routines, not to mention the increased 'blame' society, it is even more important to have an understanding of the effects of Massage on the body.
Many training courses state they include a section on Cautions and Contra Indications specific to that type of Massage. But how much time is actually spent discussing this area? It is not enough to tell the students to simply read through the information in their own time.
It is vital to understand what information you need to know before you can make a decision about whether to go ahead or not with an On Site Massage. The Practitioner may ask a question to which the Client replies yes, for example, a history of back or neck injury. That could mean the Client simply has an aching back from something like gardening, or, they could have had a whiplash injury or an operation on their back. Without further questioning from the Practitioner and an understanding of what information is required, how can the Practitioner make a decision on whether to go ahead or not with an On Site Massage?
A Colleague was working at an Exhibition recently and whilst working, overheard another Practitioner asking their Client if they had Diabetes. The Client said yes and the Practitioner ticked the box. The Practitioner went ahead with the massage. After the Client had gone the Practitioner waited until my Colleague was free and said, 'What's Diabetes?'
Not surprisingly my Colleague was both amazed and appalled that the Practitioner not only did not ask any questions of their Client, but that they went ahead with the Massage with no understanding whatsoever of the condition. When asked if Cautions and Contra Indications were discussed in the course where they trained, they said no.
Diabetes is now a common condition and all Practitioners should have some understanding on how it affects the body and how massage can affect the condition. But, if a Practitioner does come across a condition they know nothing about, this should automatically mean the Practitioner asks more questions to determine if On Site Massage is suitable. Do not just ignore the condition and go ahead with the Massage. Not only is this potentially harmful, it is unprofessional.
It is essential to spend time as a group discussing the major conditions they are likely to come across and what information they need to know. Similarly, the Practitioner needs to know what questions they need to ask to obtain the relevant information if it is a condition or situation they have not come across before.
Even with a prior qualification in A&P and Bodywork, time should still be spent discussing Cautions and Contra Indications relative to On Site Massage. As commented by a previous student of the Academy....... 'I think one of the parts of the course that proved most useful is the section on cautions and contraindications. I have studied with several schools of different sizes and certainly this has always been a section that has been gleaned over. The detail and information shared throughout and especially in section three of the course has made me feel much more confident than in the past'.
What about On Site Massage itself. Where does it come from? How does it work? It's all well and good to tell your Client the massage works on the Meridians of the body but do you know what a Meridian is? An understanding of the origin of the Massage, Meridians, Ki energy and the effects of Acupressure on the body are important. This should be discussed as a group to ensure a basic understanding or, knowledge of, Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Regarding the Massage, how long is the routine? A basic routine would normally last approximately 20 minutes. The routine should be taught in smaller 'bite size' modules to allow the Practitioner to learn the technique, its application and also how to look after their own body whilst massaging. But remember everyone is different and it is important to be able to provide a massage that suits the needs and requirements of both the Client and the Practitioner. With this in mind, there should be the opportunity on the course to learn techniques that are additional to the basic routine, thus allowing the Practitioner to adapt the Massage as required.
You should be able to get a more detailed breakdown of how the course runs, what exactly is covered in the course and how long is spent on each area, by contacting the School and asking questions. You do not have to make a decision there and then and may find you think of more questions after you have put the phone down. Not a problem. The School should be more than happy to answer your questions and tell you what they offer on their course.
But how do you earn the qualification? What exams are required? How many case studies are required? When are the exams carried out? These are all important questions. Any good School will require a minimum of 50 case studies or massages prior to completing their Seated Acupressure (On Site) Massage course and practical exam. This allows the Practitioner to practise on a variety of people and conditions, helping build up their knowledge, experience and confidence.
Exam wise, this should be made up of both a Theory and a Practical section. In the Theory exam, the Practitioner should be tested on both knowledge and understanding. The Practical exam should only be completed once the Case Studies are complete. These exams cannot be completed in a one day course as you have not had time to practise, learn and, importantly, understand.
Other considerations not yet mentioned include class sizes and Tutors. Small class sizes ensure greater attention for the individual from the Tutor As an example, the Academy has a maximum of 8 students to one Tutor so at any one time during practical work, 4 students are receiving the massage whilst 4 students give the Massage. The Massage itself is taught in smaller Modules to allow the individual to learn each section thoroughly and safely.
What about the Tutors? All Tutors should be both qualified and insured to teach. They should also have a minimum of two years experience 'in the field' using the therapy in their working Practice. When speaking to the School you should be able to confirm this.
Whenever you learn a new Therapy you need to practise. But remember, practise does not necessarily make perfect. However, good practise can certainly help towards it.
There is a lot to learn with any new Therapy. As part of your learning you need to be able to go away from the course and practise the new skills. Upon your return to the course any 'bad habits' you may have developed during your practise can be corrected before they become permanent, thus helping you to provide the best massage possible, without compromising your own health.
Having completed your research you will see that included in the Academy course are the history and background of On Site Massage, the aims (and limitations) of On Site Massage, chair set up and correct use of equipment, correct positioning of the Client, Client screening, cautions and contra indications, the 20 minute Kata or massage routine (broken down into modules), point location exercise, introduction of a series of new techniques, shorter massage routines, Marketing On Site Massage to the Corporate Sector, and one to one tuition.
From a practical point of view you need time to take away what you have learned over the first weekend, and put it into practise. The second weekend allows you to improve your core techniques and ensure correct posture, positioning, point location and execution of the technique. You can then broaden your skills with a range of new techniques, adapt the Massage to provide 5, 10, 15 or 20 minute routines.
An understanding of Cautions and Contra Indications is vital for the safety of both the Client and Practitioner. For this reason there is an initial discussion on level 1, with specific screening situations discussed on level 2, including those from Practitioner experience during their case studies.
With all this in mind, in my opinion you cannot learn Seated Acupressure (On Site) Massage in one or two days.
Having done your research you should now have an idea of the course content, exam requirement, resulting qualification and accreditation. The length of the course will be reflected in the time available to cover the different aspects of the content. The cost and location of the course will vary but remember to look at what you get both in, and from, the course.
Hopefully this helps you in the selection of your course. Perhaps there were some things you didn't think about or, it reinforces what to look for in a course.
Finally, if you have any questions about a course then just ask. It's the best way of getting answers!
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This Saturday (23rd) my play group will going to the EC. Anyone interested in playing should show up. Even better post what time works best for you. We have many decks to try out.
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Posted 25 April 2011 - 04:14 AM
Just curious... Did you make it to the Event Center Saturday? If so, what sort of turn-out did you have?
I'd be up for joining you sometime (didn't see this post till this morning, though Saturday nights isn't always the best option for me to be able to make it).
Papa Khann
aka Rick
Posted 25 April 2011 - 04:26 AM
No, we decided not to go seeing as no one responded and we figured no one else would be there. I have 3 people besides myself who play. I am probably the most flexible at the moment as I work about 10 min away from the EC. So name a day that works for you and I can probably show up. (better chance if I get an advanced notice)
Any one else actually still play around here? I would love to get something regular going maybe a tournament every now and then would be sweet. I hate having all these cards and not a thing to do with them...
Posted 28 April 2011 - 04:03 AM
Any interest out there in meeting at the Event Center tomorrow, Friday 4/29, for some games? My normal play partner is out of town, but I'd be up for getting some games in. I'd like to playtest some decks I'm thinking of playing in the upcoming Regionals.
Grevane and company? Wytefang?
aka Rick
Posted 28 April 2011 - 12:07 PM
What time were you thinking of being there? I've got a bunch of stuff going on but could probably make it in for a couple hours but admittedly it is a small window (5-7ish). Any other Friday would work fine though.
Posted 28 April 2011 - 03:52 PM
I could make it there by 5:30ish. If you want to get a few games in before you have to split, that's fine by me. Otherwise we can pick another day.
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Posted 29 April 2011 - 12:11 AM
Yeah, 5:30 should work fine. I wear an Indianapolis Colts hat and will have my orange duffel bag with me.
-Grevane aka Zac
Posted 29 April 2011 - 03:08 AM
See you there at 5:30. ; )
Anyone else from the area up for joining us? Sounds like Grevane will need to take off by 7ish, but I can stay until about 8:30 or so.
aka Rick
Posted 01 May 2011 - 05:12 AM
It was nice to meet you Papa Khann. We were able to get a lot of games in at least. I got home and tweeked some decks and made some new ones so next time will be just as interesting. I love deck building.
Wish more people could show up to the event center. Even like twice a month would be fun. Anyone interested in starting a league or tournament day? This game is too good for people not to play it...
Just keep posting if anyone has a day they want to meet at the EC and play some games. I can always show up after work.
Papa if your free this Wed. I could meet you at the EC agian around 5:00. This next Friday I will be very busy with a cinco de meyo party.
Posted 02 May 2011 - 08:40 AM
It was nice to meet you too, Grevane. I enjoyed the games a lot. It's good to see different styles of deck building/play.
Unfortunately I already have a committment for this Wednesday evening. I'd like to gather again for sure though. Hopefully we can manage that prior to the Regional tourney, as I'd like to do some more tweaking before then. Maybe we can hook up next week sometime.
I think it's a great idea to get some more players involved at the Event Center a couple times a month. I know I can get my friend that plays over there, as he's usually up for a game.
Wytefang, are you out there and reading this thread? How about you guys up in Cambridge?
Posted 03 May 2011 - 12:44 AM
Well it looks like this Friday will work out and one of my friends will be able to come too. So if your available papa we could be there by 6:30 this Friday. Let me know if your down for some play testing.
Posted 04 May 2011 - 09:58 AM
Hi Grevane,
I'm definitely interested. So is a friend of mine.
Unfortunately, I've been battling a cold this week. I think odds are good I'll be good to go by Friday (it started last Sunday). However, I should probably play it by ear for now (wouldn't want to infect anybody).
I'll post again tomorrow.
aka Rick
Posted 04 May 2011 - 04:09 PM
Yeah, let me know if you can make it! I've got some new stuff I really want to see how it works.
Posted 05 May 2011 - 07:05 AM
Hi Grevane,
I'm feeling much better today. Tomorrow night should be a "go". ; )
And even if I should relapse (not anticipating that), I talked to my friend last night and he sounded interested in joining you guys there at 6:30ish, regardless of whether I make it. I think his forum name is Creok. He may post here later.
aka Rick
Posted 05 May 2011 - 07:32 AM
I will definitely be showing up tomorrow - I'll seek out those with Warhammer decks in play, should be 4 of us if I count correctly so we should be able to get a ton of games in!
Posted 05 May 2011 - 01:57 PM
Sounds good to me! I really amped up a few decks so they should be regional quality. Any one else out there should swing by and really get some play testing done.
It'll be nice to meet you Creok and I hope your feeling better papa! Tomorrow should be fun!
Posted 06 May 2011 - 05:36 AM
Just an fyi, I'm feeling pretty good today, so I plan to be there around 6:30. See you tonight.
aka Rick
Posted 10 May 2011 - 04:27 PM
Papa, you available for one last day of play testing tomorrow?
Posted 11 May 2011 - 01:04 AM
well I got to go to work now, not sure if you will be there tonight papa but I have all my stuff and will be going to the ec after work today. I will be there about 5:00. I'll wait around an hour or so in case you show up.
Posted 11 May 2011 - 04:01 AM
Hi Grevane,
I'm going to try to make it tonight at 5:00.
I have some tentative dinner plans that may interfere, but I'll get that sorted out asap and hopefully still be able to make it for at least an hour or so.
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Zygophyllum album
Zygophyllum album L.
- kingdom Plantae
- phylum Magnoliophyta
- class Magnoliopsida
- order Sapindales
- family Zygophyllaceae
- genus Zygophyllum
Common Names
خريزى، خريزه (Arabic), خريزه (خُريزه)، خريه (خِرية) (Arabic), حديده (حِديده) (Arabic), يوال، خريسه، خريس (Arabic), طرطير، قلام، بلبل (Arabic)
Zygophyllum album is a perennial mealy-canescent low shrub with many branched stems. The leaves are 2-foliolate, whitish, mealy-pubescent, with cylindrical to obovoid and fleshy leaflets. The flowers are small with white and clawed petals; they grow solitary and axillary. The fruit is a pear-shaped, 5-lobed 6-9 x 5-7 mm capsule. The seeds are elliptic, and tuberculate.
Height: 25-50 cm.
Ecology and Distribution
Global Distribution
Spain, North Africa, East Mediterranean Region, Sinai, Southern Arabia, Socotra, Tropical East Africa.
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Tiger Woods has opened the Australian Masters with a 6-under 66, putting him atop the leaderboard in his first appearance Down Under in 11 years.
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With one hand on her hip and the other hand turning in an "I will make good choices" essay written out one hundred times (while her older brother was still sobbing in the corner stuck on number thirty-three, "I'm going to need to amputate my arm tomorrow after all this writing.") our conversation wasn't what I had expected. I was hoping for "I've learned my lesson and will never torment my younger sister again." Lola: Next time you should make us write it two hundred times. Me: How come? Lola: We could use the extra penmanship practice before school starts. Me: ... Ooooffff. School can't start soon enough, my little stinkers. There's a special place in heaven for homeschooling parents. |
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...but what do you think of painted vintage(not true antique)furniture? Do you think it's 'just not right'? Like it? Don't like it? If you were re-doing a room, would you consider it? ;o) |
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- Posted by texasredhead (My Page) on Tue, Mar 8, 11 at 8:09
It's not my thing as it would not fit the semi-formal decor of our home. However, as many magazines show, it is very chic in cottage style homes. There are kits available which allows the painting of wood furniture to simulate a perhaps darker wood grain. Much of the cottage chic seems to sport a crackle finish. |
If the finish is too bad to save, I think painting is a good option. Instead of ending up in the dumpster and buying something new (and dumpster-bound), paint can make an item usable. So I think it has its place. I have a few items that should probably be painted. :) |
I think it has merit, though I've never yet done it. Some wood is not that great looking, and wood-tone is not always the best decor option - there can be too much of it. Not to mention that woodtones don't always match. Having said that though, the odd piece I've had that I've wanted to paint, I've not yet been able to decide what colour to paint it. It seems so final, and having stripped a lot of wood, I hate to do anything irreversible. What if decor changes, or if you want to sell it, and it's not quite the right shade of yellow or purple or green?? Or even cream vs. white? In case you can't tell, I have decision-making problems :-) One thing I've done - but only with plywood furniture, not anything good - is to wallpaper it. Some of it has turned out really nicely. Of course you have to be a bit careful with the furniture then, because once it's torn it looks bad, but it is easy to reverse - I've taken it off as well as putting it on. KarinL |
- Posted by texasredhead (My Page) on Wed, Mar 9, 11 at 11:01
I've also seen pieces decopashed (spelling). This style and the painted wood grain style are rather dated. A quality paint job on a vintage piece of furniture is a good option. |
Some pieces that have been picked from a trash pile and salvaged with lots of wood filler to remain functional need to be painted and look fabulous. I love the look of cottage chic in a nursery... |
I don't mind it, but most people slap on a coat of hot pink latex and call it good. Just painting something vintage with a flat color seldom gives a really great finish. |
- Posted by chinacat_sunflower (My Page) on Sat, Mar 12, 11 at 11:51
I'm a sucker for grain, and will strip the finish off a nice piece of wood and oil it down so that I can really experience it... mostly, I prefer 'limed' finishes to solidly painted - letting the grain and the colors interact makes for a softer presence, and since the paint is rubbed in to the finish rather than applied barrier-like over the top of it, it's easier to retouch, or play with...and I'm prone to whimsy ;) |
It the piece wasn't meant to be painted, I think most pieces look odd painted.....and trust me I have painted well more than my share of semi-antique furniture. But I have matured.....and learned that in most cases the original design was best. There are exceptions, but mostly...I say if it's not painted now, don't paint it. I have "un-painted" a barn load of other people's painting frenzy.....and likely some day someone will "un-paint" some of the stuff I have painted....like the oak chairs, the cedar chest, the maple desk.... I hang my head..... Linda c |
I'm laughing out loud at LindaC hanging her head. I'm not a fan of painted old furniture unless like Fori said, it will end up in a dumpster anyway, or Robins143 comment about cottage chic in a nursery. I think I would prefer the more up to date looks of Scandinavian style or French Industrial light stains. Wisteria and Restoration Hardware have a lot of the "Belgian" look that could be copied. I'm all for keeping something old and re-finishing rather than buying something new. As someone has already said, Antiquing was the original "green/recycle" movement, and I'm proud to be a part of it. |
- Posted by patty_cakes (My Page) on Fri, Mar 18, 11 at 13:15
I think I made a big boo-boo when I painted my antique OR vintage breakfast chairs. They have the round back with a small decoration on the top, and round seats also. The stuffing is horse hair, and the chairs were originally from England. When I purchased them, they were a dark cherry stain(I don't know what type of wood), and I painted them an ivory w/glaze to 'mimic' the kitchen cabs~~i'm now realizing all the work i'll need to do if I decide to restore them to there original condition. ;o) |
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Owner Towanda Price named her barbecue spot after her late parents, Charlie Bryant, aka the "Kingfish," whose roadside stand on Route 40 was beloved by barbecue fans, and her mother, Christine, whose barbecue sauce recipe she uses. Order the sticky and delicious ribs, the "heavenly hearty chicken" (a moist, smoky, grilled half chicken served with barbecue sauce) or the beef "rump shaker" sandwich with onions and relish. 926 Route 206, Shamong (609-268-3600); open seasonally April–October
2. Henri's Hotts Barbeque
As you might guess from its name, this casual place serves kicking-hot, smoky Texas-style barbecue. "I don't open the smoker too much," says owner Doug Henri, who often works all night on the weekends tending to his pulled pork, dry-rubbed ribs, and juicy brisket. He runs the restaurant with his wife, Ruthie, who makes a mean macaroni and cheese. 1003 Black Horse Pike (609-270-7268; henrishottsbarbeque.com)
3. Uncle Dewey's Outdoor BBQ Pavilion
Route 40 is a sleepy two-lane highway, but it's easy to find Uncle Dewey's: Roll down your window and wait for the whiff of smoking hickory to hit you. Pull over and dig in to "tender-as-a-baby-back" ribs, as the menu calls them (they're not actually baby backs, but you wouldn't know it from their soft, yielding texture); or order a pulled-pork sandwich smothered with sauce, sit at one of the picnic tables, and savor summer. 6931 Route 40, Mizpah (609-476-4040; uncledeweys.com)
4. General Barbecue
Glenn "Duke" Bowens grew up locally, but he learned to cook from his mother, a Southerner, and makes what he calls "a taste of Georgia" barbecue. Order juicy chicken with simmered green beans and chunky potato salad, or pink-tinged ribs slathered with rich brown sauce. Bowens keeps his ingredients secret, but whatever is in that sauce is good stuff; soak it up with a side of cornbread. 1333 Route 40, Richland (856-697-8200)
5. JB's Bar-B-Q
Located in an out-of-way spot behind a gas station, this takeout shop is worth seeking out for traditional Carolina-style barbecue (the owner, Joseph Battle, is originally from North Carolina). The meltingly tender chopped pork is an absolute must-try; be generous with the sublimely spicy vinegar-based sauce. Get your hands messy with some barbecue chicken (or, if you're an offal lover, fried gizzards), and be sure to add a side of smoky collard greens. 201 Hirst Street #D Suite, Rio Grande (609-886-PORK)
6. Pork's BBQ
This cozy place opened late last spring and serves traditional barbecue as well as more unusual creations. Try the straightforwardly good ribs or the pulled-pork sandwich (which comes topped with either sauerkraut or coleslaw). A deep-fried jalapeño popper stuffed with cream cheese, rib meat, and fresh peach dipping sauce is in the works. 1 Fulling Mill Road, Villas (609-425-4503)
7. Kingfish
Barbecue, in these parts, is a family affair. Raymond Bryant, son of the Kingfish and sister of Towanda Price, runs this outdoor stand (just a smoker under a tent on the side of the road), along with his nephew. The menu is short, but who needs more than these delicious ribs, succulent chicken, and sides like cabbage with curry? 714 Washington Avenue (next to Ron's Consignments), Woodbine (856-896-4321)
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I recently found* a great little app that plays right into my obsession with textual cut-ups.
For those unfamiliar with the technique (what? you're not infatuated with Surrealism circa 1920?), textual cut-ups are basically like a word collage, pulling from disparate sources in a random manner determined by the author(s). William Burroughs is often cited as the daddy of the movement (taking in every connotation of the term 'daddy'), but Kurt Cobain was said to have used the technique as well (albino/mosquito/libido, anyone?).
In any case, my favorite Wiffiti screens are typically ones who bring back the cut-up technique in all its Surrealist glory. Take, for instance, the It Really Gets My Goat screen.
Nonsense? Maybe.
But I think a lot of brands could benefit from a little more whimsy…
*(thanks, Lori!)
MediaPost's Online Media Daily featured a piece this morning highlighting the fact that regular mobile phones (those "which do not have operating systems of offer the same range of functionality as smartphones") are working to keep up with the likes of the iPhone and BlackBerry. The article notes that while "feature phones" are slowly losing ground to smartphones, they still hold a strong lead in market share – 72%.
So we'd like to use this opportunity as a reminder to those looking to add interactivity to their digital out of home campaign: no smartphones, no custom apps, no true OS? No problem. All you need to interact with the LocaModa platform is a text messaging plan (US only…for now).
I'll admit that the majority of LocaModa employees have iPhones (with a BlackBerry or two in the mix). But that doesn't mean we don't build our platform with universal compatibility in mind. We even have a few feature phones sitting around the office for testing.
Sure, writing a custom app (like Jumbli for the iPhone) to integrate into your DOOH campaign will enhance some interactive experience, perhaps providing revenue opportunities and – of course – plenty of buzz. But when it comes down to it, the good ol' text or photo message is all you need to extend your interactive media to audiences beyond the web.
Above, LocaModa's test cell phones. Shown with original iMac puck mouse to illustrate age of technology.
A brief introduction: Hi there. I'm Gabi Schaffzin, Director, Creative Development at LocaModa. I'll be posting alongside LocaJayne on The Web Outside. Feel free to bug me with questions or comments about anything; I'll gladly talk digital, creative, dooh, sports, food, movies. Whatever you'd like.
Enough of about me, though:
Now that the highly touted Arbitron Out-of-Home Digital Video Display Study has been out for over a week, we here at LocaModa thought it was about time to chime in.
If you haven't seen it yet, the aforementioned study can be found, free, online [pdf link]. It gives a great overview of the number of American adults who recall seeing a digital out of home display in the last month (spoiler alert: 67%, or more than 155 million). While these figures have lead to an overwhelmingly positive industry-wide reaction (and deservedly so), we think it's time to start asking some harder questions. Bill Gerba begins to scratch the surface when he notes that this study will not "put to rest any lingering doubts over our medium's viability as a communication channel."
Over 155 million seeing your screen is great. But do they see your content? Do you even know who is seeing it and when? And if so, do they find it relevant? Neither a large study, nor a recorded stream of viewers looking at your screen could provide this level of granular insight. Instead, it is making sure your screens are dynamic and interactive that will get you there.
Digital out of home provides us with the greatest mix of television's attention-grab and the web's contextual relevance and measurability. We know that. But are we taking advantage of it? Arbitron's study was a great first step to understanding who may be looking at DOOH screens. As Mr. Gerba puts it, "it's solid research from a reputable firm." But it's up to the networks and content developers to bring the granular – and extremely necessary – analytics to their screens, be it through mobile, physical, or online interactivity.
The following is a special guest post from LocaModa CEO, Stephen Randall.
The primarily Generation X/Y-ers, i.e. "Connected Class" seamlessly move from TV/DVR to web to mobile phone. In this multi-modal and user-centric world, they expect to control and effect how media around them is served in personalized fashion. When they are away from their desks or couches, their mobile phones act as umbilical chords to the web, connecting to their media and services such as Facebook and Twitter and in some cases, their Tivo/DVR.
Today's audiences expect to control the media around them; however, content cannot and should not (for legal as well as user experience reasons) be pushed to users on their personal devices such as mobile phones. Content must instead be pulled by the user, via an opt-in action. These requirements present a challenge but also an opportunity for DOOH networks to bridge the gap between on-line and off-line worlds by acting as a proxy for content and social interaction using DOOH placed based screens.
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Marijuana: Denver's projected revenues from recreational pot won't cover expenditures
This was the first time that councilmembers had seen the expenditures as a whole, and they have a variety of concerns about the projected costs. Councilwoman Robin Kniech.
"It seems to me that there is probably a consensus here about the need to cover the cost of regulation," councilwoman Robin Kniech said. "I'm still struggling with the assumptions of what's inside the regulations, though, and what's additional. For example, every new dollar in revenue in not a new dollar in users; it's not that no one used marijuana yesterday, and today, now they're all using."
Currently there are six detectives and one sergeant assigned specifically to medical marijuana cases, and under the proposal there will be 26 officers assigned to recreational marijuana. That, she said, is like the committee assuming a four times increase in marijuana usage with legalization.
Other criticisms concerned the high cost of regulation and enforcement compared to the low costs of health and education.
"This [health and education] pie chart is the one I think that is the most underestimated," said councilwoman Jeanne Faatz, who had a particular issue with the amount being contributed to mental health. Under the current proposal, the city will fund three of eleven mental health centers at schools.
The July 8 presentation was just a proposal; the actual budget and expenditures do not have to be determined until the end of August, which gives the city's financial team time to consider the suggestions made by the council.
The tax rate, however, is a pressing issue: The vote on that is scheduled for the July 29 Denver City Council meeting. And at least among the councilmembers at yesterday's meeting, there seems to be a consensus of starting out with a 5 percent sales tax rate, with the possibility of increasing it to 10 to 15 percent. But the council vote won't be the final word; the proposed Denver sales tax would then have to go to the ballot in November, when Coloradans will also be voting on state taxes on recreational marijuana.
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Warcraft = Techno fantasy. has done for over 10 years. Deal with it.
The roads of Azeroth: Now with biker gangs {WoW}
Jul 21st 2008 6:30AM Look, for the last time, its not your game sunshine, its not mine, its Blizzard's. You may have got a bit confused there.
As I said 3 posts ago, this kind of technology is very much a part of the Warcraft universe, you are a bit silly if you cannot see that.
Its cool and it reminds me of Death's Chopper from Pratchets' Soul Music. If you don't like it, ignore it, deal with it, or go whinge about the rainbows in Diablo ...
The roads of Azeroth: Now with biker gangs {WoW}
Jul 21st 2008 4:38AM Well, there have been Zeppelins, Flying machines and Submarines since Warcraft 2, frankly I'm surprised it took them this long. Warcraft has always had a light hearted anarchronistic feel to it.
And they rock. So less QQ please.
Shifting Perspectives: Gearing your Moonkin for Kara Part 2 {WoW}
Jul 8th 2008 10:17AM Genius stuff. Thanks !
Patch 2.4.3 and having fun again {WoW}
Jun 20th 2008 6:17AM Shame we've degenerated to casual vs hardcore mode, but this time round there have been a couple of really well written constructive posts, and big gratz to those.
So here's my 2pence.
Casuals need to accept that not everything in life or WOW is easy, especially raiding. But there are plenty of ways of achieving in the game without raiding. Getting my netherdrake and epic flight form, making my wicked tribal leather crafter epics, and more besides have all been worth it. Now, I'm really really enjoying levelling an Alt.
Hardcores really need to stop thinking about the game as 'their game', and the small minority of them that are elitist and snobby towards casuals (who just have less time, not necessarily skill) need to grow up and drop it now. Its Blizzard's game, not theirs, they just choose to play.
Enjoy the success of winning for what it is, but don't hold onto it for too long or too viciously, or else your victory becomes hollow. Move onto the next challenge. Just like life...
As someone else said, we all need each other in this game, and as Wrath approaches, the casual / hardcore divide will hopefully be broken down a little, but not too much. We still need those leet players to show the rest of us how it is done.
I personally cannot wait for Lake Wintergrasp, with the potential to have every horde on my server fighting every alliance for possession of a massive fortress, all using siege engines and flying mounts. Then it truly will be World of Warcraft... So much scope for glory there...