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RE: Truly invisible solution to keep door from banging against ho (Follow-Up #6)
posted by: artteacher_nj on 07.01.2008 at 12:43 pm in Kitchens Forum I have a chain on the cabinet next to my hood.
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clipped on: 12.29.2014 at 04:12 pm last updated on: 12.29.2014 at 04:12 pm
RE: New Cabinet Doors Bang into Walls (Follow-Up #7)
posted by: nhbaskets on 08.22.2009 at 08:41 am in Kitchens Forum Similar to artteacher, we have a cable inside the cabinet. I have two doors on either side of my cooktop and hood that these were installed in. Otherwise, our hood would have done a major job on the doors.
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clipped on: 12.29.2014 at 04:10 pm last updated on: 12.29.2014 at 04:10 pm
Punch Lists
posted by: CEFreeman on 12.09.2014 at 07:30 pm in Kitchens Forum Based on a few, "Is this OK" threads here, I thought it might be helpful to have a standard-type punch list for people who are ready to sign off on their kitchens and/or renos. I'm hoping the KDs here will chime in.
I'll start: Your lights. DW. Tile. Floor and/or back splash. Countertops: If you have laminate, are the edges routed well? Seams well done? Smooth? (Slide a penny across the counter & make sure it'll slide over the seams.) Stone. (Someone else's gotta jump in here) Butcherblock? Smooth? Sealed as you'd asked? I've gotta stop. There was a lot more in my head than I'd expected. NOTES: <none>
clipped on: 12.09.2014 at 09:05 pm last updated on: 12.09.2014 at 09:05 pm
Best Sealer for Honed Carrara Countertops
posted by: pipermaruu on 08.26.2014 at 09:53 am in Kitchens Forum I know the question has been asked a thousand times on this forum, but I wanted to specify that my Carrara is honed in case that makes a difference. I am considering Bulletproof and PorousPlus, but concerned that either will cause some sort of discoloration to the marble. Our fabricator recommended the DuPont Impregnator, but the DuPont website basically says to buy the Bulletproof because it's better. I am fine with spending the extra money on PorousPlus even though it has been called "overkill". Just wondering about your experience with each.
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clipped on: 08.26.2014 at 01:53 pm last updated on: 08.26.2014 at 01:53 pm
space needed for faucet behind farmhouse sink?
posted by: nessas on 05.18.2014 at 01:03 am in Kitchens Forum For our kitchen remodel, I plan to get a stainless steel farmhouse sink (apron front), double-bowl with a 60/40 split. My kitchen is small, and I like that the 36" long sink will fit in a 36" cabinet. It seems an efficient use of space.
There's some variation in sink width (front-to-back) among the brands I'm considering. Lavello is 20" exterior width; Kraus, Miseno, & Ticor are 20.75"; Ariel & Vigo are 22.3". Would there be enough room behind this 22.3" exterior width sink for a counter-mounted faucet? We'll likely have standard 24" base cabinets, and probably granite countertops with whatever the typical overhang is (1.5"?). The sink will be under-mounted, with most of the 1" wide back rim of the sink under the countertop. So taking into account a tile backsplash (maybe 1/2"?) I'm guessing there will be 3.5" of countertop behind the sink. How much room do you need from the edge of granite to the faucet hole, to avoid potentially cracking the granite? I plan to get a single-handle faucet, installed with the handle in front, so the handle won't hit the backsplash. I could pull the sink forward some, but it has square front corners, and I'm not sure I like that look. I also wonder if that extra 2 inch sink width would make me have to stretch too much to reach the faucet (I'm 5'3"). Having the handle in front should help with that, though. And would I need a faucet with a longer spout reach? It seems that many faucets I've looked at only have about an 8" spout reach. That doesn't seem far enough for an 18" interior width sink basin, does it? I would think you'd want the spout to reach at least halfway across the sink, is that right? I'd appreciate any advice you have on this! NOTES: <none>
clipped on: 07.15.2014 at 04:32 pm last updated on: 07.15.2014 at 04:32 pm
Finished! White (with blue island), soapstone, etc. (pic heavy)
posted by: mfhoop on 12.08.2010 at 08:09 pm in Kitchens Forum We've taken some time off from reading this forum (new baby came 4 weeks after we were substantially complete on the kitchen!), but we just got back the photos that our contractor's professional photographer took, so we thought we'd do the final unveil.
When we moved into this house 17 months ago, we knew we'd need to update the kitchen. It was the size of a postage stamp and cut off from the rest of the house. See original floor plan here: We really wanted a kitchen that would be open to our family room, would have eat-in space not separated by a brick wall, and - of course - more space. So we decided to take out the wall between the original kitchen and dining room, move the dining room to what used to be a formal living room that we never used, and taking out the wall between the old kitchen/dining rooms and a breezeway type area that was mostly wasted space. After discussions with several design/build firms and countless hours of looking at floor plans posted to this site (thank you, those who gave us valuable input!), we pretty much designed the floor plan ourselves and then found a contractor who was willing to do it. We did have to convince him that we really did want this design. He wanted us to have a U-shaped kitchen with a peninsula instead of the island, but we really wanted the circular flow plan and felt strongly that we wanted 2 separate cabinet runs that make a disconnected "L" so we didn't have any corner cabinets. (With his design we would have had 2 corners on an 11-foot wall). What we ended up with was mostly like this:
Changes to this design included moving the warming drawer to the island, putting the icemaker to the right of the prep sink, and shrinking down the island a bit. We also moved things around within the mudroom. Generally speaking, this is substantially what we ended up with. This was no small construction feat - we took out 2 walls, including one load-bearing wall to combine 2 rooms and an old breezeway into a single kitchen and then added a mudroom. From the first sledgehammer to the final nail, it took about 16 weeks. There were a few in the middle when we thought that the baby would come first but they got it done on time and for that we are super grateful! For those who want to know what is what:
The pictures: To orient yourself, the pantry to the left of the fridge is in the same location that our old fridge was! NOTES: <none>
clipped on: 10.20.2013 at 11:16 pm last updated on: 10.20.2013 at 11:16 pm
? on crown molding and cabinets to the ceiling
posted by: abbey_cny on 06.05.2012 at 11:01 am in Kitchens Forum I ordered my new cabinets yesterday (Schuler) and ran into a problem with the crown molding so I am looking for some info.
I had planned on doing crown molding all around the kitchen ceiling, as there is molding there now but very basic 1950's stuff and I wanted to dress everything up. I ordered a simple crown molding from Schuler, but apparently it won't work in the rest of the kitchen where it won't be up against the top of the cabinets? The Lowe's person and the Schuler person she called both appeared surprised that I would want crown molding all around the entire kitchen. I didn't think my request was unsual but perhaps it is? They told me the solution was to buy similar molding and just put it up in the areas where there are no cabinets. Wouldn't different style molding look a little odd? This is my one and only kitchen remodel, lol, so I am rather unsure of what I am doing at times, but I thought I was doing pretty good with the cabinets until I ran into this. I hope I explained myself correctly, and hope those of you with cabinets all the way to ceiling can weigh in and let me know what you did as far as the molding around your cabinets and the rest of the kitchen. Thanks for any and all suggestions! NOTES: <none>
clipped on: 06.07.2013 at 09:40 pm last updated on: 06.07.2013 at 09:40 pm
Please show me soapstone with medium to dark wood cabs!
posted by: lithigin on 03.20.2011 at 07:27 pm in Kitchens Forum DH and I looked through every kitchen on the FKB with soapstone, and 90% of them have white cabinets. Lovely white cabinets which make a gorgeous contrast with soapstone. I get that. But I have been planning all along to get maple cabs with a nutmeg-type stain on them. We have very yellow Red Oak floors and want some contrast against those. We will have one south-facing window: a garden one that is 42"x44" and the kitchen is just smaller than 10'x13'.
We have a fantastic quote from Kitchen Craft, and are considering paying more for Ultracraft since their cabs are so easily customizable and will fit our 92.5" ceiling with 38" lowers much better. However, their stain choices are extremely limited. Basically, there are a dozen colors that are very close to our floors, one reddish midrange one (Amber), one Walnut-y one, and Chocolate and Wenge that are clearly too dark. So point is...please help with any pics of medium to dark cabinets with soapstone! I found KansasKathy and Diane2566 on the FKB, but the others with darker cabs have ancient links and the albums are long gone. Thanks for any help! NOTES: <none>
clipped on: 06.02.2013 at 08:28 am last updated on: 06.02.2013 at 08:28 am
Show me your undersink drawers!
posted by: Peke on 01.29.2013 at 10:25 pm in Kitchens Forum If anyone has pictures of drawers under the sink instead of the usual doors, I would love to see them.
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clipped on: 04.05.2013 at 05:51 pm last updated on: 05.22.2013 at 08:29 am
Not A Happy Granite Installation :-(
posted by: MM99 on 05.16.2013 at 07:59 pm in Kitchens Forum Hi All:
We live in the Greater Boston area and are in the process of remodeling our kitchen. We started the process of choosing a granite stone by talking to a few fabricators and stone suppliers in the area and narrowing down to one of each. We really liked the Sienna Bordeaux stone and our stone supplier had 3 slabs in total. Of all 3, we really liked one but since our fabricator wasn't sure if we needed 1 slab or 2, they asked us to put two slabs on hold. Also, of the 3 slabs at the supplier, we noticed that one of them had a gaping chip/dent in the center. As a result our choices were further limited to just the remaining two. We noted down the complete slab numbers and got them onto one of the stone supplier's "Customer Information Form" as reserved under our name. In case our work only needed 1 slab, we indicated which of the two preferred slabs should be ordered and used for our purpose. Later we went to our fabricator and gave them a copy of the form which had the slab numbers and our preference. A few days later, we placed a 50% deposit with the fabricator and waited for them to come do the template work. A week later, they came to install the stone. To our surprise, not only was the stone was poorly cut, badly polished and mis-aligned (photos below), the pieces were not even from either of the two slabs we had placed on hold. We think its the one that had the large hole in it since we see a place on one of the counters where resin has been applied and buffed. Both of us have a clear recollection of what the two slabs on hold looked like in terms of their grain and movement, and the ones we have definitely do not match either of them. At this point, we feel we have been badly cheated. We would like to know if flipping slabs is a common practice in this industry and trust is not a word in the fabricator/stone supplier's dictionary. Also, the pictures confirm the shoddy work where none of the counter slabs seem acceptable to us. We would like to know what are choices are at this point. Your experiences and comments are deeply appreciated. Thanks. NOTES: <none>
clipped on: 05.17.2013 at 11:36 pm last updated on: 05.17.2013 at 11:36 pm
Unofficial ABB president looking to retire
posted by: breezygirl on 03.14.2013 at 05:08 pm in Kitchens Forum I think it's time to start looking again for a backsplash. It's only been 16 months since the kitchen was functional, and I've been getting enough pressure from Oldbat2be and a2gemini. ;) I've been terrified of this decision for these 16 months and could use some help please.
Oldbat suggested that I post some photos lined up correctly, see what everyone suggests, and she can photoshop some of your suggestions. (Thank you so much in advance, OB!) I felt like I should have some samples picked and in the kitchen first, but I don't have any presently. The tile stores in my area are completely uninspired and making a road trip to the good ones can be complicated with the kids' schedules and just plain hauling them along. My trouble is that I don't really know what I want. I've taken the Sweeby test without much luck at least a dozen times. I know I do NOT want white subs. I'd like something more unique with sophistication, elegance, and maybe a hint of quirkiness or unexpectedness. I do not want tile to compete with the lines of the hood or with the view out the windows. I don't want busy and am drawn gutturally to textures. I go crazy for straight, clean lines, but am also pleased with elegant curves and modern graphic shapes. Painterly is another adjective that makes me happy. And then there are the ultra pricey New Ravenna and Artistic Tile water jet patterns that make me drool. I do not want a separate tile behind the rangetop, nor do i want little borders or other strips of accent tiles. I will tile the whole backsplash with one type of tile. I plan to tile the rangetop from the counter all the way to my ceiling. On the cleanup sink wall, I'm thinking of two options. Either tile that whole wall to just the height of the bottom of the window sill, or tile the wall to the height of the bottom of the upper at the corner. I need to be mindful of my double-sided fireplace near the kitchen that also needs tile on both sides. I plan to tile from the floor to about 6-8" above the fireplace and add a mantle of some sort (yet another future decision) on each side. Maybe I can even get some help with the tile decision here along the way on this thread. My Carrara is fairly gray and busy. I've looked at tiles for more than 3 years now. I think my problem is that I've looked too much for too long. Here are some of the tiles I've clipped. NOT this color, but this shape. Any suggestions? General patterns to avoid? Suggestions for the scale of the tile? I thank you in advance for helping me with this decision that has been weighing on me for so long. This post was edited by breezygirl on Thu, Mar 14, 13 at 19:02 NOTES: <none>
clipped on: 04.10.2013 at 09:34 pm last updated on: 04.10.2013 at 09:34 pm
RE: Is Anyone Happy With Their Built-in Microwave? (Follow-Up #2)
posted by: clinresga on 09.19.2012 at 10:13 am in Appliances Forum This comes up repeatedly on this forum. I am one of many who strongly believe that built-in MW are a terrible idea: ridiculously overpriced for a device that is identical internally to the $150 special at Walmart. They're all still built by Panasonic or Sharp, no matter the Viking nameplate or the $1000 price tag. Plus, they still look terribly kludgy to my eye.
We have been ultra-satisfied with our decision to place the MW into a cabinet with a door on "garage door" hinges. Hidden when we want it to be, easily accessed when in use. Plus I love the Panasonic MW we got for under $200 (with true inverter technology) and will shed no tears if like most MW's it dies in a few years. NOTES: <none>
clipped on: 04.10.2013 at 04:06 pm last updated on: 04.10.2013 at 04:06 pm
cold draft coming in through Hood Vent... any ideas why???
posted by: mamadadapaige on 11.23.2008 at 08:28 pm in Kitchens Forum There is very cold air coming in through the hood. Is anyone aware of a fix for this? I have the GC'ers coming back on Tuesday to do a few things for me and am hoping they can address it.
It has been SO cold here in New England these last couple of weeks so this draft is very noticeable and something I want to fix ASAP. Thank You!! NOTES: <none>
clipped on: 04.04.2013 at 05:41 pm last updated on: 04.04.2013 at 05:41 pm
If you had your choice with a large budget, which appliance?
posted by: Pattyjill on 03.03.2013 at 09:57 pm in Appliances Forum I am having such a hard time trying to figure out which appliances I want to go with. At first I was interested in the Jennair line since they are offering a great deal. But then I started researching and find that Jennair isn't quite the best.
I went out again today looking and I'm thinking I would love the Meile 36 inch refrig, Bosch DW, Thermador oven and maybe the Wolf 36 inch range top. If you had your pick and were doing a complete renovation of your kitchen, what would you pick??? Thanks, NOTES: <none>
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RE: Where should I put the microwave? Any ideas? (Follow-Up #5)
posted by: robotropolis on 03.05.2013 at 12:32 am in Kitchens Forum That Whirlpool is adorable!!
I'm starting to feel a little hutchy around that back coffee corner. A little appliance garagey. Although it will cut off the peninsula prep area from the sink a bit. Edit: mocked up the hutch and don't like it at all, too closed off! But under the cabinet still works! This post was edited by robotropolis on Tue, Mar 5, 13 at 9:45 NOTES: <none>
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Corner Cabinet Space Calculations and Analysis
posted by: davidahn on 02.20.2013 at 02:06 pm in Kitchens Forum This is an attempt at putting some numbers to the age-old question: what do I do with this darned corner?!? I have answered this question for myself, but thought my analysis might be helpful to others pondering this same question.
Methodology: Shelves & Non Corner Drawers Corner Drawer Super Susan Custom Corner Dead Corner Magic Corner Thoughts Here is a link that might be useful: Korner King - not for me, might be right for you? NOTES: <none>
clipped on: 02.21.2013 at 08:52 pm last updated on: 02.21.2013 at 08:53 pm
Warming draw and inset cabinets can't do!
posted by: Marion13 on 02.21.2013 at 07:49 pm in Kitchens Forum I was ordering my cabinets today when the KD told me that I can't do the panelled warming draw with the inset cabinets. It will not be flush with my other cabinets and look like a mistake. I was really disappointed because I am losing my 24 inch double oven and thought the warming draw would help when I entertain which I often do. If I do the warming draw it can't be panelled and I am afraid it will look funny as it has to go right next to my 30 inch wolf range. I have a small kitchen. Do I give up the warming draw or leave it Stainless? Its so big I am afraid its an eyesore right near the range. Now I second guess myself with choosing the inset cabinets. Ugh.. Help.. Sammad2@aol
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clipped on: 02.21.2013 at 08:51 pm last updated on: 02.21.2013 at 08:51 pm
Are all warming drawers created equally?
posted by: Kitten1313 on 02.06.2013 at 10:01 pm in Appliances Forum I've decided, given our hectic lifestyle, that I must have a warming drawer in my new kitchen. That way, when my husband works until 10 pm, the chicken parm I made won't dry out in the oven or toughen up in the fridge! Do they mostly all have the same features, or is there a stand out one?
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clipped on: 02.10.2013 at 11:29 pm last updated on: 02.10.2013 at 11:29 pm
Which Model Tapmaster Do You Have - Would You Buy it Again
posted by: library_girl on 04.12.2012 at 10:38 pm in Kitchens Forum I'm considering a tapmaster - I'm trying to figure out if it's worth the money (seems to me like it would be REALLY handy)...Which sink did you install it on, is it easy to use (barefoot or sockfoot)? Does it draw attention to itself, or does it operate discreetly? Did you just order it from the Tapmaster site?
Thanks... Here is a link that might be useful: Tapmaster site NOTES: <none>
clipped on: 02.03.2013 at 09:46 am last updated on: 02.03.2013 at 09:47 am
Single Wall Oven + Advantium ?s
posted by: swan01 on 12.27.2012 at 10:15 am in Appliances Forum We currently have a 30 in gas range and are remodeling our kitchen. We are set on a 36 in gas cooktop and undercounter 30 in single oven. We don't have wall space for a double wall oven (unless we want to ditch our pantry). To compensate, we are leaning towards an undercounter Advantium in our peninsula. I'm hoping we can get rid of our toaster oven and use the Advantium as our primary oven/microwave.
1. My understanding is that the 240 Advantium cannot be installed undercounter so we have to get the 120. Is this correct? 2. Should we get convection for the single oven? (I'm leaning towards it even for the extra $$$.) 3. We currently use our toaster oven for quick means, not for toasting (english muffin pizzas, chicken fingers, etc.). Do you think the Advantium will serve this purpose? I'm assuming we will still keep our pop up toaster hidden somewhere. Thanks in advance! NOTES: <none>
clipped on: 01.02.2013 at 11:31 am last updated on: 01.02.2013 at 11:31 am
How to select a vented hood
posted by: DCJersey on 12.25.2012 at 11:19 am in Kitchens Forum I have pretty much chosen every aspect of my kitchen except the hood. I have never had a vented hood before so I am a bit clueless on how to select one. We are planning on having an induction range.
What brands should I be looking at? How powerful of a hood do I need? Are there certain features I should be looking for? NOTES: <none>
clipped on: 12.25.2012 at 10:32 pm last updated on: 12.25.2012 at 10:32 pm
Wolf Combi-Steam Oven Initial Review/Experience
posted by: pspand on 07.30.2012 at 01:27 pm in Appliances Forum I'm a big believer in paying back on good things. This message board really helped me make my appliance selections for my new kitchen. Thank you. Rather than join the conversations on products that get a lot of coverage, I thought I would pay back the community through some coverage of a product that it doesn't appear many people have used - the Wolf Combi-steam. Here goes and thanks to all for your help in my research.
WHy I wanted it. - I love to bake bread. REally good bread is tough in a home oven. I've gotten good baking in a dutch oven but I wanted to make baggettes, rolls, and other breads that just aren't conducive to a dutch oven.
My experience after 1 week of lots of use - First, bread. Amazing! I am handing out loaves to my neighbors right now as my wife says no more! It all just works. the steam mode for about 20 minutes and then convection for the remainder just works. Dead simple, really crusty, and I'm able to do 6 medium bagettes all at once.
Cons - we purchased "semi-custom" cabinets from kraftmaid and there was no easy way for us to fit the steam oven into the cabinet. My GC was amazing but it wouldn't have worked well if he weren't a skilled carpenter.
Finally, I have no idea if this is better/worse than Gag/Miele/Thermador, etc. Gag was too much money and the plumbed line is nice but I feel like I can easily change the water tray every six cooking hours. The Gag does allow you to set humidity levels and I was concerned this would be an issue and so far it hasn't been at all and I feel i can approximate this through the on/off steam feature. I love the size of the oven and feel that this gives it an edge over miele/thermador but if I'm truthful I must say it isn't a significant edge. Can I do most everything in some other way? Yes. Does the steam oven make it easier and quicker so I will do it more often? Yes. Would I buy it again? Absolutely. Should everyone buy one? I recommend it to anyone who uses the oven a lot for small jobs, likes to slow cook, and experiments with various cuisines - especially asian. And if you are a baker especially of bread it is a knockout device. Hope that helps people and thanks again NOTES: <none>
clipped on: 12.15.2012 at 09:50 am last updated on: 12.15.2012 at 09:50 am
Challenge: anyone w/ induction exp who'd go back to gas?
posted by: olivepear on 01.01.2007 at 07:36 pm in Appliances Forum A shout out to all induction users, former GAS cooktop users:
We are all set to go on our kitchen reno with a miele gas cooktop, and because of space constraints (gotta love those nyc apartments), we are relegated to a 24" cooktop with max 10K BTUs. However, gas is gas, right? The best. However I've recently been reading here about induction, and now I'm wondering whether a 24" induction top would be better, to get that higher heat. Having read a gazillion posts, I'm now convinced induction is a better bet vs. electric. But what about gas. My hubby thinks I'm crazy (gas is the best, remember?) and I need to hear from the former gas lovers out there, to serve him back some real "poll" responses from those of you who had the option for gas who chose induction... and whether you are happy or have regrets. And thank you guys in advance! NOTES: <none>
clipped on: 11.27.2012 at 03:15 pm last updated on: 11.27.2012 at 03:15 pm
Walnut Island top used as cutting board - photos & finish details
posted by: petestein1 on 09.14.2010 at 01:35 pm in Kitchens Forum Almost two years ago I contributed to some posts about using my island top as a cutting board and got some helpful advice. I thought I'd post an update.
As part of a full renovation our kitchen island got a nice beefy top made of black walnut. Even though everyone thought I was nut, I said I wanted to use part of it as a cutting board. After all, it's a kitchen, not a museum. With that in mind, I had to come up with a food-safe finish for it. What I chose, based on advice here, was nothing more than a hand-rubbed application of mineral oil and bees wax. I'm happy to report that it's been over a year and everything's gone great. First, the island looks great. Everyone comments on it the moment they see it. Second, using it as a cutting board has worked out quite well. The wood is more than hard enough to stand up to my knives. Not having to get out a cutting board, and then keep all my chopped whatever on the cutting board as I work... it makes life so much easier. For those who told me I needed to do something akin to butcher-block -- making the island top out of end-grain... well, you were incorrect. End-grain would have been harder no doubt but the walnut is more than hard enough. And worst case? I break out a power sander and 1/64" of an inch later my island would be in immaculate condition. No doubt, the knife leaves marks in the wood. But the wood is "busy" enough that you can only see them if you go looking for them and your eye is within 12" or so of the counter (photos below). Oh, for those worried about food safety, I still don't get raw meat on the counter (though I think it would be fine as long as I cleaned up with soap and water afterwards). And we don't chop anything "stinky" like garlic or onion though we do work with other aromatics like rosemary and thyme. 15 months later and the counter has no odor of any kind. Third, the finish. I was worried about this but in the end it's been fine. I melted some furniture-grade beeswax on the stove, added mineral oil (about 2 parts oil to 1 part wax) and let is solidify into a semi-hard paste. I rub it in, let it stand (sometimes for a few minutes, sometimes overnight), and then I buff it out. At first I was doing this every few weeks but now I only do it every 2 months or so. I could probably stand to do it a bit more often in the quadrant I use as a cutting board, but, well, you know, life gets in the way. For the first 6 months or so if you left a wet glass on the counter for more than a few hours we were getting drink rings. I had to lightly sand those out and rewax. But now we seem to have a deep enough coating that we haven't had a drink ring -- or any mark of any kind -- for over 6 months. How do I clean it? A soapy sponge. Simple as that. Ready for photos? Ok, here's the island as whole: Take a good look at the image above. Can you see where I've prepared over 100 meals? You know -- the section where I've sliced up thousands of peppers and cucumbers and apples and peaches and melons and tomatoes and potatoes and celery and carrots and parsnips, etc, etc? Okay, the "cutting board" area is the left side of the island, from the bottom of the photo to the sink. That 25% of the island is the designated "cutting board" section. Yes, the board closest to the left of the photo has a lot of lines in it, but those aren't knife marks, that's "tiger-striping" in the wood -- I chose that board for there on purpose in case I needed camouflage for knife marks. Ok, ready for a close-up of the knife marks? This photo was taken from about 8 inches away: ...looks like a cutting board, doesn't it? ;-) So what problems do I have? Well, we have a lot of friends and cook a lot of meals together, People like to help. Once they get past the "What??! I can cut right on the counter???!?" moment I have two problems. First, it's hard to keep them in the designated 25% that I use as a cutting board. Yes, the knife marks are subtle enough that they could probably work anywhere but I still haven't let go. Second, these same people occasionally use a bread knife that can take some comparatively pretty big chunks out of the top. This has only happened once or twice, and with a coat of wax the marks pretty much disappear. But still, it's stressful. Bottom line? I strongly encourage people to explore using an island top as cutting board. Second, a food-safe finish is easy! Third, I love my new kitchen. :-) NOTES: <none>
clipped on: 09.21.2012 at 04:28 pm last updated on: 09.21.2012 at 04:29 pm
Gray Arabesques + Super White = ?
posted by: beekeeperswife on 09.17.2012 at 10:17 am in Kitchens Forum Well, I've been on the hunt for something other than white for my back splash tile. I was sure that I could never love another tile as much as I loved my white arabesques in the last kitchen. I still had some pieces of that white tile (the movers accidentally took the extras when they packed us up--whoops). So, I had those taped to the wall and I did think they could be the ones. I went to all the tile stores I could find to look at tiles in person. Either they were too green, or too blue. None were the right gray to go with the Super White. And I kept talking in circles..." I don't want subways....it needs to be unique in the shape...Maybe I can do a subway if it's a large format with the right color....I want it to catch the light...." hmmm, sounds like someone was stuck on the arabesques, no?
I asked my old friends at Mission Stone & Tile for a sample of the beveled arabesque tile in Smoke to check out. Oh, my. It showed up on Friday. I immediately got out the packing tape and taped it to the wall. It didn't photograph well on the wall, but in real life it looks gorge! The tiles have highlighted edges at the bevel which make them even more interesting. So, here are some pictures of the tile laying on the Super White. When I tried to photograph them vertically on the wall, the look like dark blobs. There is under cabinet lighting and to the naked eye, they look great. But, just not in photos, well, MY photos. I put the white ones up on the wall next to these and I can report that the gray ones are blowing away the white ones in terms of interest, at least in this kitchen. So, should I do it? NOTES: <none>
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max. sink size in 30' base
posted by: debrak_2008 on 08.02.2011 at 09:07 am in Kitchens Forum We ordered a 30 inch sink base and want the largest single basin sink. I have done numerous searches and been to manufacturers websites. Can't seem to find a 27 or 28" sink. Have a 25" now with interior size of 21". I really would like a few more inches.
I know many cut into the base to accomodate a larger sink. At this point we are uncomfortable doing that. Anyone have any suggestions? A 30" base is not an unusual size why are there not more sink choices? Frustrating... TIA Debra NOTES: <none>
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Range hood for 48in CC with grill
posted by: agentslim on 06.10.2012 at 01:15 am in Appliances Forum We are building from scratch and I have been reading the past debates for Cfm needed.
Our Range will be CC with 6 burners and a 12in grill I am going with 54in Wide 30in High modernaire hood. The two options for the inline blower are or the larger FKD12XL,2016cfm this will need 12in duct so I must decide now. NOTES: <none>
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Cab Quotes & show me Beaded Inset vs Inset
posted by: 2LittleFishies on 05.24.2012 at 11:00 am in Kitchens Forum
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Need info - people with apron sinks
posted by: 35ftcabo on 05.23.2012 at 07:06 am in Kitchens Forum
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Slab doors--are they always modern?
posted by: laughable on 05.22.2012 at 10:05 pm in Kitchens Forum
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Can I duct through my chimney?
posted by: fori on 05.17.2012 at 12:30 pm in Kitchens Forum
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What do you store in your kitchen drawers?
posted by: Mom23Es on 03.07.2012 at 10:28 pm in Kitchens Forum
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What size ? How many Knobs and Pulls on each drawer?
posted by: cflaherty on 10.04.2011 at 10:59 am in Kitchens Forum
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Alternatives to recessed lights in kitchen??
posted by: karkster on 04.23.2012 at 12:38 pm in Kitchens Forum
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Placement of Cabinet Hardware?!
posted by: sarapamela on 04.24.2012 at 09:25 am in Kitchens Forum
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Will the range hood be loud?
posted by: jamies on 04.14.2012 at 09:28 pm in Kitchens Forum
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anyone stop using their sink grid?
posted by: linelle on 02.17.2012 at 05:26 pm in Kitchens Forum
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RE: electrician talked me out of undercabinet lighting (Follow-Up #25)
posted by: dan1888 on 04.09.2012 at 07:18 pm in Kitchens Forum
NOTES: Wiring for kitchen
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Confused about how far out my counters should go over the cabinet
posted by: texanniew on 03.13.2012 at 08:39 pm in Kitchens Forum
Here is a link that might be useful: cabinets NOTES: <none>
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Where is your dish towel?
posted by: kentucky7 on 03.11.2012 at 04:21 pm in Kitchens Forum
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Large modernaire hood - barrel or concave shape?
posted by: lalitha on 02.13.2012 at 05:12 pm in Kitchens Forum
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question about bases with drawers
posted by: ratrem on 01.13.2012 at 05:16 pm in Kitchens Forum
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95% Finished Kitchen.
posted by: alabamamommy on 07.11.2011 at 04:55 pm in Kitchens Forum
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Rangehoods for Dummies
posted by: tadhg555 on 01.09.2012 at 03:34 pm in Appliances Forum
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professional faucet versus tall faucet with pull down
posted by: kaismom on 04.23.2010 at 01:17 am in Kitchens Forum
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Recessed lighting ?s - need decision by tomorrow
posted by: gardenamy on 01.03.2012 at 10:56 pm in Kitchens Forum
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Using more cloth towels and minimizing paper towel use
posted by: lalitha on 12.23.2011 at 05:27 am in Kitchens Forum
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Question regarding cabinet finish (stained cabinets)
posted by: kellienoelle on 12.14.2011 at 02:17 pm in Kitchens Forum
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Ventilation Qs - exterior distance, duct size, etc
posted by: tncraft on 12.13.2011 at 10:07 am in Appliances Forum
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Remodel kitchen with 8 ft ceiling
posted by: jjnv on 12.12.2011 at 10:17 pm in Kitchens Forum
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vent hoods and noise: the real scoop on vah!
posted by: clinresga on 09.24.2008 at 09:02 pm in Appliances Forum
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My hood lets in cold air!! Help!
posted by: shorts on 12.10.2011 at 05:33 pm in Appliances Forum
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Warming drawer - who needs it?
posted by: tncraft on 12.11.2011 at 09:52 am in Appliances Forum
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27' depth hood?
posted by: tncraft on 11.18.2011 at 12:52 pm in Appliances Forum
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moving a range hood by a few inches
posted by: dee850 on 12.06.2011 at 05:18 pm in Kitchens Forum
NOTES: re angling duct, what materials to use
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Help me choose a Miele DW?
posted by: kmcg on 08.09.2011 at 04:53 pm in Appliances Forum
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Range hood height location?
posted by: tncraft on 12.05.2011 at 09:08 am in Appliances Forum
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Range hood with external blower and CC rangetop with grill
posted by: aeliall on 12.04.2011 at 08:54 am in Appliances Forum
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Under sink trash pullout?
posted by: pondlily on 11.08.2010 at 05:33 pm in Kitchens Forum
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ISO the perfect modern faucet - please show me yours
posted by: kaysd on 11.23.2011 at 12:35 pm in Kitchens Forum
Here is a link that might be useful: Unico NOTES: <none>
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Ode To Banquettes and Breakfast Nooks
posted by: dilly_ny on 10.27.2011 at 01:30 pm in Kitchens Forum
Here is a link that might be useful: More Photbucket Nooks & banquettes NOTES: <none>
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How far out should the faucet extend over the sink?
posted by: desertsteph on 04.15.2010 at 03:13 am in Kitchens Forum
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Need Help With Sorting The Hype From Reality With Range Hoods
posted by: sandy808 on 10.10.2011 at 01:19 pm in Kitchens Forum
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How To Use Ikea to Get a Custom Kitchen (High Quality)
posted by: davidro1 on 06.22.2011 at 07:33 pm in Kitchens Forum
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Let's talk Trash!!
posted by: lalitha on 09.28.2011 at 01:51 am in Kitchens Forum
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knobs/pulls made in USA list
posted by: lynn85 on 09.29.2011 at 10:57 am in Kitchens Forum
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differing sink depths between gw & nkba/ansi
posted by: aloha2009 on 09.20.2011 at 12:10 pm in Kitchens Forum
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Beverage Center: good, better, best?
posted by: gharborwa on 02.25.2011 at 02:38 pm in Appliances Forum
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Is there any way to make vent hood quieter?
posted by: sayde on 09.16.2011 at 07:22 pm in Appliances Forum
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What info do I need to figure out my hood ventilation?
posted by: lynettefrancois on 06.16.2011 at 09:56 pm in Appliances Forum
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which warming drawer do you like
posted by: judysims84 on 11.30.2010 at 01:37 pm in Appliances Forum
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RE: What are the basics of a decent tile job, please? (Follow-Up #6)
posted by: bill_vincent on 03.02.2008 at 09:07 am in Bathrooms Forum Maybe they're tighter than they look in the picture. If there's absolutely NO space whatsoever between tiles, then yes, you're right-- grout won't stay. The grout does need to get into the joint in order to anchor itself. As for the Bullnose, it's very common, and although it's not the most attractive thing, the alternative from before the companies started doing that (when the bullnose sometimes ended up being BIGGER, and throwing the coursing right out the window, or making it necessary to trim the edge of each piece) was alot worse.
As for what constitutes a good tile job: >Coursing is in a straight line. WIth reference to the brick joint, you should be able to put a straight edge up to the wall, and every other tile should line up vertically. >Grout joints are uniform. >Corner joints are uniform, and no bigger than the grout joints in the field of the tile. >Cuts, when possible, are no less than 1/2 a tile (Obviously, this one goes out the window with brick joint) and are made with a nice smooth edge. >Tiles are well adhered with a minimum of 85% coverage on each tile. >With reference to the sheet tile you had removed, once grouted you shouldn't be able to see any sheet lines. The tile should flow with no interruption to its end. NOTES: <none>
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Black drains (Follow-Up #7)
posted by: imrainey on 10.19.2007 at 05:05 pm in Kitchens Forum Oh! Had to add to look for the oil rubbed bronze drain assembly. There are air switches that come in ORB too.
Much less obtrusive so there isn't any competition with the beauty of the stone. NOTES: <none>
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RE: soapstone sink owners: pros, cons? also, solid vs. slab? (Follow-Up #5)
posted by: florida_mimi on 10.19.2007 at 03:57 pm in Kitchens Forum I miss my old soapstone sink... (I'm dealing with an off white corian one right now) Josh built one for our old apartment out of scraps.. it was a HUGE sink. My only complaints and forwarnings about soapstone sinks are they aren't very forgiving to wine glasses or any glasses. Nothing bounces in these sinks. It's also wise to have a sprayer. The sprayer is very helpful in cleaning the square corners of the built sinks. I didn't have a dishwasher in the old apt. so I hand washed everything. The sink would show an oil/no oil line where I filled the water to. The bottom also had a lot of character from dropping and scraping things across the bottom, but when it was oiled those dings and scratches melted away :)
Don't ya just love those cabinets and hardware??? LOL :) That was my only streatch of countertop except for a small piece you can't see next to the stove. Our landlords cried the day we moved out.. we increased the value of that place 500X's. :) but anyways... The carved sinks are beautiful!! Forwarnings.. The bottoms should be ground down so they slope. Some, not all of the carved sinks from Brazil have flat bottoms so the water can puddle.. but I know some shops sand or grind them down. To answer the question of how they are held together. We use a two part apoxy and then test the sinks for 24 hours after the apoxy hardens by filling them with water and a stoper. Never had any problems with leaking. We normally tounge and groove our sinks and with some of the harder sinks I think it's called a dato(sp?)joint. Josh can explain it better. but if you have a chance, go on ebay and see if there are any old soapstone sinks for sale. Sometimes they post the dates from when they were made.. it's amazing how they have stood the test of time. NOTES: <none>
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Pics of (almost) finished Row House. Lots of Pics
posted by: hobokenkitchen on 07.02.2007 at 06:24 pm in Home Decorating Forum Some people asked to see pics of the rest of the house after I posted a pic of the living room.
In case anyone is interested, here they are. It's been a year long labor of love, but I am good at taking constructive critisism if anyone has any to offer! Most of the house came down to stud. We installed two zone HVAC and built an addition on the house. We restored and repointed the brick and brownstone facade - used to be painted:
Living Room (we're leaving the leather chair!) : ):
The whole kitchen area is part of the addition. A year ago there was nothing here. The cabinets are custom and the island is brushed finish Limestone:
Where the dining room ends and the stairs start, used to be the back of the house:
This is the room we use as the master bedroom as it is on the back of the house and therefor blissfully quiet. It is also part of the new addition and has an ensuite bathroom:
Ensuite bathroom with Restoration Hardware vanity, Toto toilet and two person walk in shower:
Second Bedroom:
Guest Bathroom with 6ft soaking tub and Kohler Memoirs series sink and toilet:
Third Bedroom - we will probably put a full size bed in here and remove the exercise equipment. We haven't really gotten around to doing anything to this room yet. Has a skylight and walk in California closet:
Powder Room (not yet complete):
Then we have a backyard which is still a work in progress. The kitchen has a composite deck off it which is nice, and the backyard has a beautiful Dogwood tree which is amazing in the Spring. The backyard itself still needs so much help though. NOTES: <none>
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RE: Massive crisis $100k- warning: lots of venting (Follow-Up #139)
posted by: celticmoon on 09.14.2007 at 12:28 pm in Kitchens Forum Anyone else with the urge to say "Move along folks. Nothing to see here."? I'm as guilty as anyone in not being able to turn away.
It is pretty clear to me that Dianalo is in overdrive and having trouble even considering the "doing nothing for now" option. Most of us have been there. It is hard to stop and consider abandoning something you have put your heart and soul into. But if ever there was a situation calling for a halt... So.... one more try: From the kitchen junkie: Diana, there is no way to pull off this scale project or anything anywhere remotely close for 100k. Especially with a goal of your 50's tract house ending up with the 'character of the 30s and 40s'. The type of 'fit and finish' and craftsmen necessary to get that look is massively expensive. Can't happen on your budget given all that structural work of roof, foundation, etc. It can't. And from the shrink: You've had over a hundred people here try to tell you the above. You are not listening. You've also had over a hundred people implore you to stop, take a break. As in, a week or more of forcing your head elsewhere. As in, get some sleep. As in, go back and do the stuff you did before this took over your life. You are not listening. Your DH is doing the caveman, wounded, angry, freaked out 'the-shelter-I-can-provide-my-family-is-not-good-enough?!' war dance. (Men seeem to always get their virility/adequacy entangled in proposed change somehow, don't they?) You are not listening. Your DS is starting to channel the stress, and the reno hasn't even started. That call from the DS's school wasn't to tell you he is cute. You are not listening. Maybe they both are saying "I can't handle the stress/cost of this remodel." I guess "indomitable" is one word for it, but.... Wishing you the strength to stop for a couple weeks, and clarity and creativity when you resume refreshed.
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Not you guys.
That title was directed to the charming creature who left a comment containing unsolicited criticism about how bad my post titles are, adding, "I'm not trying to tell you how to run your blog …"
Bitch, please. You so are. And I've taken your advice. Now go bugger.
Anyway, to the rest of you who show up for the content, as opposed to the title, hi.
I didn't want to do another meme-thing straight off, since I walloped you with that shit for five weeks, but, like Inigo Montoya after he killed the six-fingered man, I'm a bit at loose ends right now.
I have no news to report, other than that I finally got off my arse and called my sweet babboo Andy, after several years of only talking to him on Facebook for no reason other than sheer laziness.
Okay, I was busy, but I wasn't that busy. I just suck, is all.
Fortunately, Andy is well aware of my suckosity, and has forgiven me. Pray gourd I don't let this friendship fall to the wayside, again.
The only other news, and I am grasping at straws, here, is that I took the Bing Challenge and Google won. Sorry, Bing. The only round Bing wound up taking was the one where I searched for Liam Neeson, and only because the first return was a picture, and he is hot.
Sorry, what was I talking about?
Right. Nothing at all.
Oh, have you seen the Audi commercial with Leonard Nimoy and Zachary Quinto? So cute.
And I think that's all I have, thus making the title of this post way better than the content, as per my critic's wishes.
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listening to: Evanescence, Good Enough
next week: oh, all right then. more badly-titled memes

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Said to be channelling a little Lady Chatterley, the Fulton female has a whole background story. Getting a bit extra curricular with the gardener has left her face dewy and her clothing more than a tad inspired by the hothouses in which she frequents.
With a colour palette that wouldn't look out of place at Kew Gardens, bright pink and turquoise were set against stark black complete with white highlights. Although horticulturally influenced, these prints were not your run-of-the-mill florals, rather crazy geometric designs a la Pop Artist Peter Max, drawing ideas from the ornate structure of 1920′s glass houses.
Halter necked and thick strapped silk dresses bearing the exciting motifs were paraded down the catwalk, embellishments coming in the shape of cute pink leather butterflies. A structured, cropped shiny leather jacket complete with the psychodelic patterning sat elegantly atop a slinky dress, this wet-look material to later form a tunic. Teamed with peg leg trousers, skirts and strappy dresses, the polo neck will be big next season, if this collection is anything to go by. Allowing for layering, this garment creates elegance, the high neckline elongating models further.
Polo necks, peg leg trousers and smart cropped jackets add class
Blending fabrics, wet-look leather against soft polo-necked jersey
Bright fuscia and geometric patterns stand out against black
1920's glasshouses influence Holly Fulton's AW 12 collection
Dangling gem-clad earrings and hair clips echoed greenhouse windows by reflecting the lights and demanding attention. More jewels came swinging from capped sleeves and draped around necks, and vibrant fluffy handbags reminiscent of some sort of exotic plant's leaves were carried by models. Pointed Louboutins added class while Cutler & Gross sunglasses only heightened the glamour.
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Part of the timer chip initialization involves installing an interrupt service routine (ISR) that is called when the timer interrupt occurs. Typically, the ISR performs these duties:
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Calling a registered kernel function to notify the passage of a preprogrammed period-For the following discussion, the registered kernel function is called announce_time_tick.
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News about Theater, including commentary and archival articles published in The New York Times.
Chronology of Coverage
Jan. 26, 2015
Larry David play Fish in the Dark sets Broadway record for advance ticket sales for a play before performances begin, taking in $13.5 million. MORE
Jan. 26, 2015
Bess Wohl play Small Mouth Sounds will open 2015 season at Manhattan nonprofit Ars Nova. MORE
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Charles Isherwood reviews British theater troupe Complicite production of play Lionboy, adapted by Marcelo Dos Santos from the trilogy by Zizou Corder, at the New Victory Theater; play is directed by Clive Mendus and James Yeatman, and stars Martins Imhangbe. MORE
Jan. 26, 2015
Neil Genzlinger reviews comedy troupe Parallel Exit production of play Everybody Gets Cake!, directed by Mark Lonergan and starring Danny Gardner, Joel Jeske and Brent McBeth, at 59E59 Theaters. MORE
Jan. 26, 2015
Ben Brantley reviews National Theater of Scotland production of play Let the Right One In, adapted by Jack Thorne from novel and screenplay by John Ajvide Lindqvist, at St Ann's Warehouse; play is directed by John Tiffany and Steven Hoggett and stars Rebecca Benson and Cristian Ortega. MORE
The Lasting Impacts of Football
The docudrama play "X's and O's (A Football Love Story)" looks at how a sport damages its players.
February 1, 2015, Sunday
MORE ON THEATER AND: Berkeley Repertory Theater
Hinderaker, Andrew
National Football League
Sorrowful Stories, Rife With Distrust
The London plays "Bad Jews'' and "Taken at Midnight'' tackle the gravity of the Holocaust then and now.
January 28, 2015, Wednesday
Met Opera Cancels Premiere; Broadway Shows Canceled
The snowstorm also led to cancellations of a Louis CK performance, dance workshops and music rehearsals.
January 27, 2015, Tuesday
A Friendly but Willful Old Spirit, Pouring Tea
"Da," Hugh Leonard's semi-autobiographical work, is a memory play with a spectral turn as a son is visited by his father's ghost.
January 27, 2015, Tuesday
MORE ON THEATER AND: Theater
Irish Repertory Theater
Leonard, Hugh
O'Reilly, Ciaran
Moore, Charlotte
Da (Play)
Deep Into That Darkness Peering
Jonathan Christenson's "Nevermore: The Imaginary Life and Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe" opens at New World Stages.
January 27, 2015, Tuesday
Larry David Racks Up a Big Broadway Advance
Larry David's stage debut, "Fish in the Dark," has set a Broadway record for advance ticket sales for a play.
January 26, 2015, Monday
Six Urban Characters in Search of a Retreat
A new play about six strangers who leave the city for a silent retreat in the woods will open the 2015 season at the Manhattan nonprofit Ars Nova.
January 26, 2015, Monday
A Valiant Cub Goes on the Hunt
Set in a dystopian future in which corporations are more powerful than governments, "Lionboy" focuses on a young hero who comes home one day to find that his parents have disappeared.
January 26, 2015, Monday
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Complicite (Theater Co)
Dos Santos, Marcelo
Corder, Zizou
Lionboy (Play)
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In Performance | Jonny Donahoe
Mr. Donahoe in a scene from "Every Brilliant Thing," a solo show about a man who creates a list of life's pleasures for his suicidal mother. The play is at the Barrow Street Theater through March 29.
In Performance | Tony Danza
Mr. Danza sings a number, and does some tap dancing, from the new Broadway musical "Honeymoon in Vegas," now at the Nederlander Theater. The show's composer, Jason Robert Brown, is on piano.
In Performance | Slotnick and Wilson
Joey Slotnick and C.J. Wilson in a scene from Moira Buffini's dark comedy "Dying for It," an adaptation of Nikolai Erdman's 1928 play "The Suicide." The show is at the Atlantic Theater through Jan.18.
In Performance | Courtney Love
Ms. Love performs the song "All I Ever Wanted" from "Kansas City Choir Boy," with the show's composer, Todd Almond, on piano, and Eric Allen on cello. The show is at Here Arts Center from Jan. 8-17.
In Performance | James Earl Jones
Mr. Jones performs a monologue from the Broadway revival of Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman's 1936 comedy "You Can't Take It With You," at the Longacre Theater.
In Performance: Sting and Rachel Tucker
Ms. Tucker sings "August Winds" from the Broadway musical "The Last Ship," accompanied by the show's composer, Sting, on guitar. Sting performs in the show, at the Neil Simon Theater, through Jan. 24.
In Performance | Joy Behar
Ms. Behar recalls her Brooklyn childhood in this scene from "Me, My Mouth & I," her solo autobiographical show that runs through Dec. 21 at the Cherry Lane Theater.
In Performance | Quincy Tyler Bernstine
Ms. Bernstine plays a nun recalling her past in this scene from Heidi Schreck's play "Grand Concourse," set at a church soup kitchen in the Bronx. The show is at Playwrights Horizons through Nov. 30.
In Performance | Alysha Umphress
Ms. Umphress, with Brett Rowe on piano, sings the number "I Can Cook, Too" from the Broadway revival of the 1944 musical "On The Town." The show is at the Lyric Theater.
In Performance | Joely Richardson
A scene from the new production of William Luce's biographical play "The Belle of Amherst," about the 19th-century poet Emily Dickinson. The show runs through Nov. 23 at the Westside Theater.


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From Farm to Table: Why Labeling Our Food Matters
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A Celebration of All Things Cultural, Artistic, and Entertaining in Madison
Nov 2, 2011
SpotlightTotal Eclipse
While we've been enjoying a pleasant autumn this year, every Midwesterner lives with the reality that winter is never far away.
This sentiment is at the heart of Summer Eclipsed, the latest exhibition at Steenbock Gallery, open through this Friday, November 4.
In the show, Appleton-based photographer Kendall McMinimy presents sixteen large photographs of traditionally summery scenes shown in the dead of winter as "an exploration of the complex relationship northerners have with winter, a struggle that defines the character of the region"
No humans are included in these quiet slices of life, making winter's effect on deck chairs, trampolines, basketball hoops, motorcycles and other symbols of carefree summertime fun even stronger.
In one work, five Adirondack chairs sit in a row, covered in snow; in others, a colorful drive-in movie theater and water park sit abandoned for the season.
In a photograph of an empty hotel pool, the blue edges and waterslide are the only pops of color against the snow, while in an image of a small airplane, the surrounding field and sky are so bleakly white the viewer almost doesn't see the plane, which clearly isn't going anywhere this day.
The images are compelling and familiar and tap into the sometimes forceful, sometimes ambiguous feelings Midwesterners often have about winter. While many of us may not look forward to the snow and ice, we know it's coming. Then again, the promise of summer's return is an equal reality.
And that leads to another characteristically Midwestern trait—the notion that we'll appreciate summer all the more after a hard winter.
Says McMinimy, "These images are intended to draw the viewer into the snowy isolation—to feel the effect of a long winter, and to place a high value on what summer will bring."
Summer Eclipsed runs through November 4 at Steenbock Gallery.
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It's not just the Haida Gwaii (Queen Charlotte Island)that are getting all the fish, the action is heating up in Campbell River and our Miles Industries guests can verify it!
Taking to the waters at 6pm this morning, it did not take long for Miles Industries guests to start feeling bits on their lines. Everyone was getting a chance at some great salmon action this morning.
The buzz from the guests was infectious as they came back into the docks with over 30 fish ranging from 10lbs. to 24lbs. The biggest catch of the morning was a 24.15 Chinook reeled in by Justin Ross.
As the fishing boats head back out on the water, the Marine Centre excitedly awaits to see what will hit the scales this afternoon.
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12th Aug 2001, 09:47 PM | #1 |
Samuri Jack
Anyone else see this thing on the Cartoon Network? I freaking LOVE it! Incredible sense of style and sound....really great stuff. Its the first show in years that I feel compeled to be there every Monday night for. (The premeir was Friday I think, and they replayed the movie tonight.) Simply great stuff.
(I am looking at you Kareechy.) |
12th Aug 2001, 09:48 PM | #2 |
I saw that playing on that station when watching the preview channel but had no idea what it was.
I think I watched the outer limits instead I'll have to check it out. |
13th Aug 2001, 12:52 AM | #3 |
Cartoon network, eh? So I guess any day now your daughter will be surpassing you in maturity?... Just wait a year, she'll be putting her face in her hands and shaking her head in disgust whenever you say something too stupid in front of anyone that isn't immediate family.
Just messin' wit'ya, BP... I guess I'll check that out. I just read the description on my digital cable menu; it said he was "banished to the future"... sounds... crazy.
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13th Aug 2001, 01:10 AM | #4 |
Sorry to admit it, but some of the only quality TV on these days resides on the Cartoon Network. Hell, the only network TV I watch anymore includes the Simpsons, Futurama, Law & Order, and Sienfeld re-runs. (Note that two of the four are animated.)
The truth is, our country traditionally sucks at recognizing animation for what it really is: a great creative medium, that has the potential to exceed live action in terms of imagination and story telling power. But we live in a place where every Disney movie is about a orphan girl/boy, with sidekick animals that sing and give advice. Thank goodness for such influences as video games and Anime, as they are slowly picking away at the core american hangups we have with animation as a whole. Samuri Jack is a HUGE step in the right direction. It reminds me of what things were like in 93. I had seen both "The Killer" and "Hard Boiled" from Jon Woo before he left Hong Kong. He comes to the US, and makes "Hard Target", the first real mainstream look at Hong Kong action magic in this nation. People all around me are complaining about all the slow motion and choreographed gun fights...I am loving it, while everyone else in the room is blowing it off as to extreme. Well guess what? After a couple more years of Woo films, a ton of homage work coming from hits like the Matrix, Tarrentino movies, and every other action movie these days...its now an acceptable style of movie making. (Or even beloved if you will.) Besides, my kids have grown up with a cartoonist father...They don't expect me to change anytime soon. |
13th Aug 2001, 01:14 AM | #5 |
Hehe, nothing wrong with cartoons.
My dad loves cartoons like Ren and Stimpy, Rocko's Modern Life, etc. |
13th Aug 2001, 01:55 AM | #6 |
yo, i agree with BP, man... the cartoon network ain't just fer kids... i was interested in samurai jack coz of the director/creator, genndy tartakovsky... same guy that did the powerpuff girls (don't laugh, i like them) and dexter's lab... i swear, the guy knows his stuff... it's amazing the amount of classic and modern cinematic techniques he uses in those cartoons, especially dexter's lab... it's got the lowbrow humor for the kids, and the underlying stuff for the older folk... love his stuff...
so back to samurai jack... it rocked... seriously rocked... like BP said, the style was amazing, and everything was just done so well... the "camera"work, the shot angles, the framing, the selective use of "graphic novel"-type panelling... awesome... and the music was just something else... wicked stuff... you have to get used to the visual style though... the thing about genndy tartakovsky is that he uses extremely stylized characters, etc... i mean, look at dexter's lab and the powerpuff girls... i honestly have to say i like it, though... the stylization was very cool, and i thought the way he grew up to be a man was very nicely executed (watch it and you'll see what i mean)... anyways, very polished, very stylish, and just plain cool... [edit] lifesbane, i noticed you mentioned ren & stimpy... that's what i like about the cartoon network... most of the original series they put out are like r&s, in taht they appeal to both young and old coz of the many many underlying layers of humor and whatnot... [/edit]
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13th Aug 2001, 05:17 AM | #8 |
I have to say, Samuri is the best action show I've seen in a good 2 years.
Just looking at the artwork, and hearing the music is worth me sitting my ass infront of the TV every Monday night. The show just plain has style. I hope this is a sign of a new direction in American animation. |
13th Aug 2001, 11:20 PM | #9 |
eghhh American Animation (trying to copy the Japs). The show is ok, i must say it IS a big leap from the days of Captain Planet (that dood rocks). I hate that Anime on Cartoon Network, i can't stand dubbed movies, they have to speak japanesse, and it has to have subtitles. Pokemon is the bane of my existance! Im sorry but a pocket monster sounds like a dick to me!
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13th Aug 2001, 11:38 PM | #10 |
(click for more info on the anime) anyway I agree animation in general is getting more like anime, and targets no only 1-12 but now 13+ with anime shows, and even some american. one of my most loved animations is not japanese, its american. The Secret of NIMH
13th Aug 2001, 11:55 PM | #11 |
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Here's a bit of trivia:
Did you know that NIMH in Secret of NIMH stands for National Institute of Mental Health...it makes sense when you watch the movie. BTW, I would just like to say that the final launch sequence in Wings of Honneamise is some of the most kickass animation I've seen. |
13th Aug 2001, 11:58 PM | #12 |
Hey, I used to watch that movie a lot when I was a little kid.
I remember I liked it. What was it about again? |
14th Aug 2001, 12:03 AM | #13 |
yes, as a matter afact I did. I knew that when I wached the movie the first time when I was 10.
my mom told me, becasue she used to work for NIMH. she was a registerd nurse working with experiments at NIMH, but she worked on human subjects
14th Aug 2001, 12:06 AM | #14 |
Yeah, I remember that movie (vaguely) as well...
BTW, I saw Samurai Jack tonight... wierd, but good.
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14th Aug 2001, 12:18 AM | #15 |
if you have not seen it. please do!
its the animation that got me into furry art, I just did not know it! like how Dragon Warrior, and Macross got me in to anime with out knowing it
14th Aug 2001, 03:09 AM | #16 |
Wings of Honneamise is one of my top 10 favorite movies of all time.
What time does Samurai Jack come one? Pacific Standard Time or Greenwhich Mean Time. phatcat, I have seen the uncut, uncensored version of Kite. It's definantly NOT something you would want to post on the forums with children under 16. I'm serious, some of that stuff was seriously disturbing, and not in a good way...
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14th Aug 2001, 03:16 AM | #17 |
i read the Rats of NIMH (i think) in 3-4 grade.
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14th Aug 2001, 09:44 AM | #18 |
One point I want to make. What's wrong with americans adopting a trend or style from Japan? Hell, they do it all the time with us! The point is, if something is good, and others are infulenced by it, and incorporate it with their own stuff, then you end up with a richer, more diverse, and overall higher quality result.
Anything else seems a bit sepratist to me. |
14th Aug 2001, 09:53 AM | #19 | |
but as for US animation only Don Bluth was the only animator that appealed to me. it polished, the characters are filled with emotion, and the plotline suits adults and children. Disney never did much for me
14th Aug 2001, 04:38 PM | #20 | |
Not to mention the fact that they've taken a lot of stuff too. The biggest one IMO was the entire humanoid robot genre. Starship Troopers kicked that whole genre off and he never gets any credit for it. |
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Boyota to the Rescue
Despite my passionate interest in the the musical musings on Glee I didn't pay much attention to Boyota—Toyota's all-male, a cappella "group"—at the recent Detroit Auto Show. But now that the giant Japanese auto maker has run into some recall-related trouble with several million of their vehicles, I have a new understanding of what this boy (man) band was attempting to accomplish. They are chanting a protective spell. I'm certain there's a link between this performance of black magic and the Sienna minivan's ability to avoid the recent sticky accelerator pedal/fiery death furor. Would that the company had written such catchy incantations for the Camry, Corolla, Highlander, and RAV-4.
Toyota Sienna boy band, Boyota from Jennifer Vuong on Vimeo.
UPDATE: Sienna Minivan Recalled! Formerly impervious Boyota song-spell defeated by overwhelming evil of Toyota gremlins. [via Autoblog]
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Modrak regroups, wins Detroit EverStart
TRENTON, Mich. – Like a coach benching a frustrated player, only to have the refocused athlete return and nail the buzzer-beater, Mark Modrak gave himself a breather and came back to win the EverStart Series Central Division tournament on the Detroit River.
Modrak, who hails from China Township, Mich., spent most of his day about midway up the St. Clair River. Linking Lake St. Clair to the larger, cooler Lake Huron, the river had produced well for him on days one and two with limits of 17-9 and 20-15. Today, however, he experienced some frustrations that threatened to derail his final-round efforts.
Essentially, Modrak was dialed in on a good pattern, but the scenario's dynamics created a high margin of error that temporarily got the better of him. Understandable, considering the investment of time, fuel and effort the 150-mile round trip required.
"It was a battle today; I lost so many fish today," Modrak said. "Every day it's been getting harder and harder to keep them on. I'm fishing really strong current and it's like trout fishing – you just let your bait swing down in the current and you get a big bow in your line. When you get bit you have to really take up the slack."
A challenging technique, no doubt, but it's one that Modrak has perfected over some 20 years of fishing the river. He said he typically expects to catch 90 percent of the fish that bite, but today saw a much lower hookup ratio rattling his confidence. That's when he decided a change of scenery would help him purge the frustration and allow him to hit the reset button.
"I fished with (second-place co-angler) Mark Myers today – he's a professor and I felt like Gilligan," Modrak lamented. "I'd catch a 2-pounder and he'd catch another 3 to 3 1/2. I don't know, maybe I was too worked up.
"I told him 'We're going to leave this spot, we're going to go fish somewhere else and we'll come back to it.' I went off and gathered myself, came back (to the original spot) and whacked three good ones right away. That allowed me to cull three little fish."
Modrak caught the final round's heaviest sack – a limit of 20-7 that gave him a three-day total of 58-15 and a winning margin of just 3 ounces. His final bag included a hefty smallmouth that clearly pushed him into the top spot.
"When I brought that one in, I was hoping it was a little over 5 pounds," Modrak said. "I caught one there yesterday that was 5-1 and I knew this fish was bigger – it was well over 6."
Throughout the tournament, Modrak started each day with a Strike King Series 5 crankbait and then alternated between a dropshot with Berkley 3-inch Fry and Lunch Money tubes in green pumpkin and smoke on ¼- to 5/16-ounce KMR leadheads. Mondak used two different jig styles – one had a thinner, elongated head and a 90-degree line tie that enabled the jig to scoot along the bottom like a fleeing baitfish. The other featured a more weight-forward design and a 60-degree line tie. This style kept the bait's head down and its tail up, so it mimicked a feeding crawfish or a small finfish.
Modrak found most of his fish on a little gravel bar in the St. Clair River. Traversing the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair was no walk in the park, but fortune favors the bold – especially the well-equipped.
"It's a long run and that Detroit River is tough," Modrak said. "The locals call it 'The Miracle Mile,' because when you get down there around the heart of Detroit, if you can make it through there without breaking anything, it's a miracle.
"Thank God I got to run a Ranger and Evinrude. With the confidence you have in those boats and motors, you can run anywhere."
Rhode rises to second
Day-one leader Jared Rhode, of Port Clinton, Ohio, got off to a great start with his opening-round bag of 21-7. He slipped two notches on day two when he kept busy with plenty of bites but no quality fish. After weighing 17 pounds yesterday, Rhode redeemed himself on day three with a bag of 20-5 that enabled him to regain one of those notches and finish with a tournament total of 58-12.
Targeting rock flats in Lake Erie, Rhode fished a tube and a dropshot with Berkley Gulp minnows. With the smallmouth spawning late, he fished shallower than he typically likes in about 13 to 18 feet. Essential to his success was a downsizing move that may have heightened his blood pressure.
"One thing I did today was I used a little bit lighter line – I went down to 6-pound Berkley fluorocarbon," he said. "I know that some of the fish were getting picked over. I caught a couple of big ones on that lighter line and it almost gave me a heart attack.
"It takes five minutes to get them it, you're back-reeling and the drag's pulling. But that Berkley line is so strong you can tow a boat with it."
Rhode's third-day catch was the second largest, behind Modrak's.
Fox figures it out for third
The only other pro to reach the 20-pound mark on day three, Arkansas pro Travis Fox caught an even 20 and moved up three notches from sixth place to third with a three-day total of 57-11. Admitting that he's no Detroit River expert, Fox said he was able to implement some of his experience, along with some helpful input into his tournament effort.
"In my spare time, I like to float rivers and catch smallmouth," he said. "I tried to use the current as part of my strategy here. It worked a little bit and every day I tried to capitalize and figure a few more things out.
"I had some help from a friend (seventh-place pro) Todd Steele. I was having an OK practice and he said 'You need to go here.' It was one waypoint, so I went there and he wasn't kidding. So I floated around, got lucky and caught some fish, found some other waypoints and just tried my best to stay on them."
Fox caught his day-three fish on green pumpkin tubes with a 5/16-ounce leadhead. He tempted his fish by dropping the tube into grass and hopping it or pulling it through the vegetation.
Dobson improves to fourth
Scott Dobson of Clarkston, Mich., started the day in ninth place, but made a big final-round move on the strength of his 19-pound, 12-ounce limit. Dobson climbed five spots to finish fourth with 56-8.
Most of the week, Dobson fished shallow and caught his fish on drop shots, tubes, jerkbaits and small swimbaits. Stealthy movement and quick response was essential and that's what his Power Poles provided.
"A lot of people up here don't think that Power Poles will stay on the boat in the rough water, but I put mine through 300 miles over the last three days and I never (had any problems) with them," Dobson said. "I use them all the time in shallow water. You don't spook the fish. You just put them down when you see a fish, throw over there and catch him."
Schmitz runs out of quality fish
On day two, Todd Schmitz of Goshen, Ind., made a big move from seventh place to first after sacking up the tournament's largest bag, a 23-pound, 2-ounce effort. However, Schmitz believes he may have taken too many big fish from his two main spots during the first two rounds because today, he couldn't find anything over about 3 pounds. A day-three sack of 13-6 gave him 56-2 for the tournament.
"There were still fish on my spots, but obviously they were much smaller," Schmitz said. "That usually happens. A lot of times, when big fish leave, little fish take their place."
Today, Schmitz caught one fish on a chartreuse spinnerbait and four on a green pumpkin tube with a 3/8-ounce Outkast Tackle leadhead.
Best of the rest
Rounding out the top-10 pro leaders at the EverStart Series Detroit River event:
6th: Michael Trombly, of Perrysburg, Ohio, 55-6
7th: Todd Steele, of Port Huron, Mich., 54-15
8th: Randy Ramsey, of Battle Creek, Mich., 54-4
9th: Skip Johnson, of Goodells, Mich., 53-1
10th: Wade Hendricks, of Thompsons Station, Tenn., 52-13


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Let's see if the Republican Party can say, "Si, se puede." Or, to translate, "Yes, we can."
For decades, the Republican Party has said "No, we won't" to any realistic and compassionate solution to the problem of 11 million people living in our country illegally. The GOP has ridiculed any suggestion that these folks, who are mostly from Mexico, should be granted amnesty or offered a path to citizenship. The GOP's only Spanish has been "Hasta la vista, baby."
But in the aftermath of President Barack Obama's re-election, made possible in part by lopsided support from Latino voters, the Republican Party may be getting religion on immigration reform. It's either that — support reform as the essential first step in wooing Latino voters — or the GOP can kiss the White House goodbye for a generation.
A convergence of self-interest, not only on the part of soul-searching Republicans, is shaping up to make comprehensive immigration reform politically feasible in the coming year. Agricultural employers seeking legal farm workers are on board. Technology companies seeking visas for high-skilled immigrants are on board. Local police departments, who would rather be fighting real crime, are signing on.
But best of all, conservatives are warming to the idea. A few days after Obama's re-election, House Speaker John Boehner said it's time to work out a "comprehensive approach" to immigration and solve the problem "once and for all."
Let's hope President Obama heeds the advice of Speaker Boehner and strikes while the iron is hot, putting forth a comprehensive plan to secure our nation's borders while offering legal status — and a real chance of citizenship — to some 11 million undocumented workers, students and children.
As he did with health-care reform, Obama can make history and burnish his legacy by taking the lead in pushing through far-reaching and lasting immigration reform. And this time around, he and the Democrats need not necessarily do the job alone.
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I am a supervisor at Warehouse 5, Reserve LA working with the Red Cross. I was under quite a bit of stress a few months ago and have chronic neck pain and heard about the acupuncture that was offered through FEMA at tent city, outside NOLA. I went, as many, a skeptic, but after 20 minutes, was completely convinced. I havent felt so good in years. I returned to the warehouse to comments that I was less stressed and more pleasant- qualities which helped me as a supervisor and made the flow of the warehouse far better. My only complaint is that I now have the symptoms returning and I havent the money to pay for the services! To whom it may concern, the acupuncture I received was amazing and went far beyond a pleasant experience; I believe it was a necessity. Thanks for your time.
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Center for Plant Conservation, Executive DirectorThe CPC Executive Director reports to the CPC Board of Trustees through the Board's Chairman and actively manages all aspects of the national program through long-range planning, program direction, and the establishment of program standards. The position is charged with improving and expanding its programs to achieve even better and more comprehensive results in the future. A central activity of the CPC through the years has been the continuing investigation of the most effective means of conserving plants through symposia, publications, and the empowerment of Conservation Officers in the Participating Institutions and beyond. It is essential that these activities continue in the best and most effective way possible, and the CPC Executive Director is especially charged with planning effective meetings of the Conservation Officers of the Participating Institutions and other specialists in plant conservation is an important aspect of the duties of the CPC Executive Director and the CPC staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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I also noted that when I examined all 10 of the LIL markets on 119, where the satellite is below 30 degrees above the horizon, including Wilkes-Barre, (thank you KyL416), all of the local stations on 119 in those markets are on mpeg4 satellites at a higher elevation. It works for me!
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Varicose Veins Treatment
As opposed to the majority of situations with arterial disease, where the main goal of therapy is to improve blood flow through the diseased blood vessel (stents, bypasses etc.), the key idea of the therapy for vein disease symptoms is to eliminate reversed flow of the blood via the affected vein. Overall, the above can be categorized into three major modalities.
The first, is when a diseased vein is being physically removed, usually by means of surgery, totally from the body or partially. The second line of the therapy includes all interventions made usually through a needle, when a diseased vein is being sealed using different types of physical or chemical agents. Finally, the third approach is a prevention of the reversal flow by means of external compression usually provided with either special compression stockings or elastic bandages.
There are, of course, pros and cons of each of the above approaches, which are being discussed in the corresponding sections.
New York Vein Treatment center focuses on vein treatment and other symptoms and complications of venous disorders. We helped thousands of patients in the New York area. Call or contact us to schedule your consultation.
Visiting Dr. Khitin was a refreshing experience. I've visited multiple physicians and it looks like most of them treated me like a number. Dr. Khitin has an amazing ability to patiently explain all of the intricacies of the disease. Treatment went smooth. I feel 15 years younger! Thanks doc! –Anastasia L., Manhattan NY
I usually don't write reviews, but I feel that Dr. Lev literally saved my leg. I am 35 and not the typical patient for this kind of stuff, but I had an open ulcer on my leg for 3 years!!! Compression, creams, special diet - nothing helped. After Dr. K's treatment, the ulcer slowly began disappearing and it was gone in 6 weeks. If you ever had an ulcer, you know exactly how I felt! Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! – Mike B., Fair Lawn NJ
I was referred to Dr. Khitin by my primary after suffering for many years from restless leg syndrome and varicose veins. Dr. Khitin is the best! Knowledgeable, experienced, but most importantly, he cares! Relief came shortly after the very first treatment. Definitely recommend this doctor. –Samantha K., Manhattan NY
What a wonderful experience I've had! The problems with my legs are gone! I only wish I came here much earlier! Thank you, thank you, thank you! –Christine P., Manhattan NY
Thank you so much for all your terrific work. I have spent over a decade trying to find the right doctor, while my legs have been getting worse and worse. Dr. Khitin has changed my life and returned my freedom: finally, I can walk independently! –Donna W., Manhattan NY
The most outstanding treatment I have received! All questions answered, tests done, procedures performed and I feel like a new person in no time! Thank you so very much! –Peter R., Philadelphia PA
I have suffered from trophic ulcers for 28 years until I got to Dr. Khitin's office! He has literally saved my legs! If you have problems with your legs and do not want to get an amputation, do not see any other physician: do see Dr. Khitin right away! –Bob from UPS, NY
I have traveled thousands of miles to see Dr. Khitin, who literally returned me my health back! Thank you and all your staff for the most wonderful experience! –Dominique S., Montreal, Canada
On behalf of my father, I would like to express our sincere gratitude for your hard work and dedication: you have returned my dad his life and independence back: previously wheel-chair bound for years, now he is walking by himself! –Andre Y., Newark NJ


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