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August gas in Alberta advanced 5.8 percent to the most since Jan. 25 as MDA EarthSat Weather of Gaithersburg, Maryland, predicted temperatures as much as 14 degrees Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) above normal for July 14-18 across the U.S. Midwest and Northeast.
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Alberta gas for August delivery increased 12.5 cents to C$2.285 per gigajoule ($2.11 per million British thermal units) as of 4:45 p.m. New York time on NGX, a Canadian Internet market. Gas traded on the exchange is shipped to users in Canada and the U.S. and priced on TransCanada Corp. (TRP)'s Alberta system.
Alberta gas has fallen 11 percent this year, from C$2.58 on Dec. 31, and risen 41 percent from C$1.625 at the end of March.
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Spot gas at the Alliance delivery point near Chicago dropped 6.26 cents, or 2.1 percent, to $2.9024 per million Btu on the Intercontinental Exchange. Alliance is an express line that can carry 1.5 billion cubic feet a day from western Canada.
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Perfection…and, yes, size down.This dress fit me like a glove. I'm not alone, either - check out the rave reviews posted by women of all ages, shapes and sizes! I am 5'4", 125 pounds, 34D, very short-waisted and athletic but curvy. I am normally a size 6, but finally settled on the size 4 regular after trying the 6P. It hits about 2-3 inches below my knees, which is both flattering and a pleasant alternative to my other dresses, which are either mini or full-length. The smaller size just feels better and I think the closer fit helps the lace detail pop a bit more. The nude colored slip/lining also alleviated any modesty issues I had with respect to the "peekaboo" detailing throughout the bodice. It might look like you're showing a lot of skin, but it certainly doesn't feel like it once you're wearing it. It's classy and it's sexy, which is usually more than you can ask of a dress at this price point. Bonus: my flesh-colored bra is virtually undetectable, which is key given my cup size and the fact that I have 2 young kids.
Made by the gods on Mt OlympusI fell in love with this dress eons ago when it first showed up online and have been dreaming of it since. The lace detail, the nude underlay, the perfectly unique LBD-I was smitten! I received it as a gift for Christmas (!) and while I hate to disappoint anyone looking for a reason not to buy...it is even MORE beautiful in person. I have the black color and it is complete perfection. As for sizing, I was wary about getting it right in an online order as I usually always need to try multiple sizes to compare. To extreme fortune and surprise it was spot on! Very TTS. I have another dress from Anthro in a size 4 but it is strapless, and I have broad shoulders which usually forces me to size up in tops. I read some of the other reviews that the dress is not as impressive if it wasn't a perfect fit, so I took a chance and asked for a 4. It fit like a glove. A dressed-to-kill glove. BUY BUY BUY <3
Amazingly beautiful!This dress is just as beautiful in photos as it is in person. So unique and so flattering! I wore this dress for my engagement photoshoot and I can see myself wearing it for years to come! I got the 00 P and its perfect.
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Just Press the 'Submit Order' ButtonOk, so obviously it's hard not to notice the monthly car-payment-like price of this dress, however, that being said... It. Is. Worth. Every. Penny. At least when that repo-man comes, you will look GOOD. Seriously. I'm 30 years old, 5'6", 150 pounds and I purchased the size 8. Never before in my 30 years on this Earth have I owned an article of clothing that fit this well. It's absolutely perfect! The dress itself is clearly stunning. Perfect black dress. The buttons are darling and let you choose your level or riske. The skirt is the perfect sexy, modern length. I feel like I'm over-using the word 'perfect' here, but no other word in the English language would apply quite as well. If you're thinking about purchasing this dress, do it. Don't think about it any longer. It's inconceivable that you could possibly, in any way, regret that decision. Start babysitting. Own that lemonade stand. Whatever you do... Buy this dress. It's... Perfect.
Chic and flattering LBDI purchased this dress for a relative's wedding and ended up saving it for New Year's Eve. I purchased my correct size (size 8) and it fits like a glove ... a very, very sexy glove. This dress is heavy and thick which gives it a vintage feel and hides a little pouch you do not want seen. It is form fitting but remains classy and chic due to the longer length and long sleeves. It hit just below my knee and I am 5'3. This dress is flattering and worth the extra expense. The lace is fragile though - be careful wearing dangly jewelry or anything that can snag it. This is one I want to keep around for as long as possible! It is a stunner!
Elegant & TimelessAbsolutely beautiful dress. It hugs in all the right places giving you a beautiful silhouette. I never buy black dresses usually but the self design on it and the unique pattern on the sleeves gives it character and its perfect for work/work events/any event really. Highly recommended! Size down - I am usually a 4 but the 2P fits perfectly .
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Stylish & comfortable casual dressThis dress is so cute on and very flattering. Love the neckline and the lace is a fun detail. I bought the moss and it's a beautiful, rich color. The wine looks a little more berry in person than the online pictures appear. I am usually a medium but sometimes a large in Anthro brands. I tried the small and medium in this dress. At first I thought the small looked best because the bottom part was a little less voluminous, but tried the medium because I have large shoulders and the small was a bit tight under the arms. Loved the medium. Voluminous in the lower half, but it has a nice nip in the middle that keeps it swingy instead of tent-like. I have a thinner torso and larger legs, so this line is very flattering for my legs. I also loved the length - it's longer than most dresses of this type, which I appreciated - minis are not my best look. Most flattering on small to medium breasted women. Great with tall boots, booties, leggings & flats. And it's REALLY soft - it feels like wearing a nightgown!
Wow! So warm, yet swingy, and lightweight.I love this dress! If I didn't know better, I'd think I'm wearing pajamas to the office. Seriously though, this is a high-quality piece. From the stitching to the design, fit and texture of the fabric, much effort went into executing this really comfortable tunic. The wine isn't as vibrant in person as online, but it is still lovely and oh, sooooo comfortable. Did I mention comfortable? Lastly, it does run large. In tops and sweaters at Anthro, I usually wear an XL across the board (some L), but an XL in this dress would be just too much. I'm an athletic, but curvy build. I wear between a 12W and 14W with a 38D bust and the dress rocks on me in size L. As is, it is still shapely, but has a nice tunic feel. Wearing with tall black boots and wine tights. Work appropriate, but warm. Btw: If you want to utilize the pockets, use a seam ripper to open up access as they come stiched closed. Love the pockets, too! Buying the moss as soon as I can get my hands on it.
super softI'm 26 weeks pregnant and this is the perfect winter dress for me. It's soft, flowy, and still looks nice! The sleeves are a little tighter in my normal size XS, but still comfortable. I only wish the neckline was a bit lower. The higher neckline makes you look more flat chested since the bottom of the dress is so loose already.
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Cute Dress!I tried this on in a regular size zero, which was quite my mistake, as I am usually a regular size 4 and thought I had grabbed that size. I'd say this runs big, as I was able to zip up the size zero without an issues, though I would probably size up to purchase. For reference, I am 5'1' and 118 lbs and usually a 4P or SP. The dress fell a couple of inches above my knees, which I thought was flattering. The shoulders fell a little off the shoulder for me- sleeves like this sometimes drive me crazy as I keep wanting to pull them up to cover my shoulders. The top portion of the dress has a leotard look to it, which I like. As other reviewers have mentioned, it is a bit short-waisted. I thought the overall look was flattering, as the skirt has a bit of an A-line shape to it. The fabric is soft and has a good weight to it. Overall, I definitely think it is worth the price tag.
great fall dressi bought the two summer versions of this dress and i loved them, but the scoop neck is a little low and occasionally my bra shows. i bought this dress because everything else was great about the others. and this one is close to perfect. the ballet scoop neck line looks so elegant, and not too low. the skirt hits at the smallest part of my waist and falls nicely….not to straight, not to flowly. hits above the knee on me (5'5), in the same place it hits the model. and the skirt has all of the lovely deep colors pictured. i also enjoy the stretch fabric. again, not too heavy but not too flowy. i am smaller on top, larger on bottom. 34A, 27 waist, 37 hips, 5'5, 127 lbs. 0 fits me perfectly…. the arms are slightly tight when i put them on, but the fabric stretches and is comfortable. my only complaint is that i cannot buy another in a different pattern.
Gorgeous!This dress was surprised me in a wonderful way right out of the package. The fabric is a little thicker than I expected, which is wonderful for fall, and feels high quality. The top of slightly more dark gray than the black it appears to be online. If you have broad shoulders or a large chest - size up! I normally wear a 6 in dresses, but thanks to other reviews I ordered an 8 and it fits perfectly (I am a 36 C with broad shoulders, if that helps anyone). The wait does come up very high, which is fine for me, because I have a smaller torso, but I can see how that might be an issue for others. Otherwise this is a gorgeous, flattering dress! :)
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Great Go To DressThis a great dress for day or night! It's a little longer than the average tunic, so I wear it as a dress with tights and boots. I've worn it both to work and out for a night on the town, so it's a great take on the LBD. The stretchy fabric is very flattering. I did have to buy the XL, which was the only size left when I bought this, and I found it fit ok, which not my usual size (I usually wear a M or L) so it runs small. Wear it with a pendant necklace to dress it up. Very comfortable!
a classic great lookI spotted this LBD hanging on display in the fitting room yesterday in the small, my usual size. I don't need another dress, but it had that classic simple look that appealed to me. It is pullover style, the top part is very stretchy & the dress is lined. Once I got it on & had the lining in place it was just perfect! At 5'3", 119#, it falls about 2" above the knee. I usually have a problem w/ dresses too long or short, but this is just right! Also, it did not feel tight or restrictive at all. Of course I'll wear w/ boots or booties & some sheer dark stockings. Can't wait to wear it!
Love love this dress...so comfy and very out of the box! Wore it to an event where there were mostly men and did not want anything too girly, it was perfect. True to size, Would purchase again, without a doubt.
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Lovely and SoftI agree with the positive comments of other reviewers. This dress is soft, comfortable, and pleasantly flattering. I like the high/low hem; the "high" part is about 4 inches above my knees. The longest part is mid-calf. The hemline is pretty much as shown on the model. To state the obvious, the key is to find the right size. For reference I am just under 5'9" and 148 lbs. I usually wear a medium, but found that the small actually had a better drape to it on me. A sales associate told me that the dress did tend to run a bit big. The sleeves were a little snug when rolled up, but not when rolled down. Do check to be sure that where the buttons are on the sleeves there is also a corresponding loop. I tried on one dress where a loop was missing. Also, this may be just me, but I paid attention to the symmetry of the pattern, particularly the collar and bodice. I was not so concerned about the rest of the dress, recognizing there will always be some asymmetry and that is actually part of the charm. This is one dress that I feel is best tried on in person. I tried on several before finding "the one".
Great cozy dress!I love this dress. I'm an employee at Anthropologie and I bought this dress the minute we got it in stock. I tried it on in a Large, which I typically wear a Large, unless something runs smaller then I will size up to an XL. I will say after finally wearing it the other day I wish I tried on the Medium. There is a lot of fabric on this dress on the bottom, and I think the Medium would've fit my upper body a little better. But oh well, I still think the large is fine, just a little extra loose. I wore it with the sleeves unrolled, and I buttoned it all the way up (except for the top button) and layered three different necklaces with it just to spice it up a bit. Also I paired with it tan colored booties and my black leather jacket. It's a great transitional piece from Fall/Winter to Spring/Summer. I feel like the material is super light weight to be able to wear in the warmer months with flats or super strappy flat sandals would be cute too. If you are thinking of getting this dress I highly recommend it. It does fit more true to size, unless you have a smaller bust then you could go one size down if you want a slightly tighter fit in the upper body area.
Truly Comfortable and Easy to WearI bought this dress early at full price because I'm sure it will go fast! The fabric is very soft and it is a true navy blue on blue plaid as well as the bolder burgundy re stripes. I find the coloring very flattering on my summer skin tone. At 5' 1-1/2" and 135 lbs plus a 34DD bust, size Small does not gap in front and the front hem floats right at/below my kneecap. I considered raising the hem, but I like it as is. With large biceps (for my frame), the sleeves are not too tight and I think I can wear this well into our California spring due to the light-weight fabric.
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great pieceAfter discovering the dreaminess of sweater dresses a few years ago, they've become a winter staple for me, and I picked this up during the last dress sale. I was particularly excited when I read this was lined with modal (!) as I have another sweater dress that is lined, which I love. This isn't actually lined - it has a long camisole that runs the length of the dress that hangs from loops sewn into the shoulders. You could cut the loops and remove it if you wanted to. So that was a little disappointing, but I love it nonetheless. It fits me like it does the model - loose-fitting and A-line, and hits a few inches above the knee. The gauge of the knit is quite heavy. It's bulky, but not in a bad way, though bulky enough that I wouldn't (and probably couldn't) wear a cardigan over it. I kind of wish it didn't have 3/4 length sleeves as my forearms get cold when I wear it to work (I work at a desk and my arms get cold where they come into contact with my desk), but the shorter sleeves make for a nice balance with the heavy-gauge and A-line, and also provide an opportunity to wear a pretty bracelet. I've been looking for a lacy layering tee to wear underneath it as a solid tee won't do this dress justice. Runs true to size and is generously cut due to the shape. Highly recommend.
So SnugglyI love this dress. It looks so cute with my leggings and purple suede boots. However, I am now waiting for my third one of these to arrive. My first one started to rip out at the neck after my second wearing. I am not hard on my clothes, and I was being especially careful witih this as it looks fragile. I returned it and ordered a second. It came with the same problem at the neckline. Now I am waiting on my third one. If it weren't so stinking cute, I would just return it, but it is as as comfortable as a snuggy and a lot more fashionable. Need it to make it through the rest of the winter. It stretches out really easily and is hand wash only,
Soft, comfortable, warm and stylish...This dress is the kind of dress I dream about wearing in winter. I am imagining a fireplace, hot chocolate and snow outside! The dress is quite heavy. The knit is thick and the slip underneath is super soft. I haven't worn the dress out yet, so, I can't speak about the durability, but it does seem like it doesn't shed much which is a huge benefit. I hate leaving a trail of fuzz. This dress is classic, feminine, pretty and warm! A great combination in winter! I'm not sold on the idea of belting it though. It has a nice shape on its own as its not straight. It is very flattering.
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I bought a juniper last year in a plant store and put it outside on a windowsill for the winter. In the last three weeks, it has become yellowish brown and appears to be on its last legs. I have been watering it about 1-2 per week and really drenching it when I do - I just brought it indoors in the hopes of saving it. Is it getting too much sun? Too much water? Too little water? I was reading some of the posts and think the soil may be too soggy - should I repot in a last ditch effort to save it? Can I keep it indoors for the summer in a south window? Thanks for any help, this is my first bonsai.
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Where you live, it should be outdoors for life, maybe protected from strong wind in winter, but that's about it. You have been watering too often and too much, and half that problem is the crummy soil it probably came in - peaty potting soil that holds water forever rather than letting it run straight through, and you fix that by potting in a lot of grit (small aquarium gravel is good) and some perlite and bark mulch. The one thing you shouldn't be doing is bringing it in and out arbitrarily (or at all) as it's confusing it more than anything. However if it's browning and the foliage is hard and stiff, it's gone, unless that's only one branch or something. I really suggest you start reading up on growing bonsai (www.bonsai4me.com is a good place) before you spend any more money - they're not house plants and need serious and specific care. |
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We've been learning about lectins mostly from the point of view of avoiding hemagglutinins. But then, we also learn that Helix pomatia lectin helps fend offcancer in type A's. A bean lectin stimulates part of the immune system.Sounds like arabinogalactan is a lectin, too.So there must be a list (maybe only in Fearless Leader Peter D'Adamo's brain!) ofall the known 'good' food lectins, and for which blood type. I for one am wondering how many of the highly beneficial foods are not merely'clean' of 'bad' lectins, but have some specific lectin activities of their own.
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Since we have put our home on the market, all sorts of disasters have happened. The latest: I broke a bubble night light, and the orange liquid inside it stained the corian surface of my vanity top. I have no idea what the liquid is, and I have never found something I couldn't remove. I have tried soft scrub with bleach, leaving it on for about 15 minutes, and it didn't help one bit. I am going to try straight bleach next.
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I finally got the stain out of the corian. I used Barkeeper's Friend, which is sort of like Comet. It took a lot of rubbing, but it cleaned up well. |
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Barkeepers Friend is the best! It's the only thing that will get my aged sink looking good. Is your Corian dull now in that spot? |
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We are entering a golden era for "stellar physics" – a term coined to describe research about the formation, evolution, interior and the atmospheres of stars. Thanks to a partnership forged among stellar astrophysics, scientists and NASA's Kepler Mission, a goldmine of data is now available to support the world's efforts to detect planets in the habitable zone around other stars. An artist's rendering that compares the approximate size and color of the stars in the triple-eclipsing system HD 181068. Image credit: NASA/KASC The Kepler photometric data is a measurement of light's "brightness," and provides an unprecedented opportunity for the emerging field of asteroseismology, the study of the internal structure of stars by observing minuscule pulsations in the star brightness. Asteroseismic research is giving insights into the fundamental properties of stars, including their mass, size, age and internal structure. Kepler enables studies of a large number of stars representing a broad range of types. This asteroseismic research will substantially improve our understanding of stellar evolution. It also will help determine the properties of stars that have planetary systems studied in the Kepler exoplanet program. |
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Every week we catch wind of so much cruise news, we don't always know what to do with it all, but a few standout news bits catch our attention. Here are a few cruise developments we think you might like to know about.
Barbie Takes to the High Seas
Young girls (or girls at heart) who love all things Barbie take note.
Royal Caribbean
is rolling out their "Premium Barbie Cruise Experience." Girls whose parents purchase the experience will get a cabin decked out in Barbie paraphernalia -- pink decorations, souvenir Barbie blanket, pillowcases and tote bag, tiaras and teacups, Barbie-themed toothbrush and toiletries, and even specially-designed nautical outfits for girls' Barbie dolls. But Barbie
are not all that's included in the experience. A Barbie design workshop will let girls create their own outfits for their dolls; a Barbie "Mermaid Dance Class" will teach girls the latest dance moves from the movie "Barbie in Mermaid Tale 2"; and a Tiaras and Teacups Party will offer an exclusive get-together featuring pink pastries and pink lemonade. For those who don't want to fork over $349 per person for the Premium Barbie experience, complimentary Barbie experiences will be available as well including a Barbie Movie Night and Barbie-themed Story Time. The Premium Barbie Cruise Experience will rollout fleetwide between January and March 2013. Bookings for the experience open in October.
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Just over 13,000 pounds of ganja was destroyed by the Police Narcotics Division on the weekend.
The Police said the contraband was used as exhibits in 96 cases that have now been disposed of in the courts.
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With four champions and nine finalists, Lemont dominated the last South Suburban Conference Tournament. This season, the race appears wide open.
"Richards looked tough; we saw them early," Bremen coach Mike Collins said. "T.F. South looks tough, too. It all depends on who's at what weight classes."
T.F. South struck first, nipping Richards on Dec. 15 at the Rich East Rocket Invitational with a fourth-place finish, one better than Richards, which took fifth in the 15-team field.
Richards coach Eric Schultz echoed some of Collins' assessment of the conference.
"I'd like to think we're one of the top teams in the conference," Schultz said. "Oak Forest is really good. T.F. South is up there. I'd like to think we're up there with them."
"Oak Forest looks tough. They have a really solid team," Collins added. "Tinley Park, too. They have a lot of their younger guys back."
Chris Giatras (Lemont) and Joe Young (T.F. South) appear destined to meet down the line at 182 pounds, while Alec Brown (Oak Forest) and Derek Schultz (Tinley Park), returning state qualifiers and All-Area defensive linemen, look like the cream at 220.
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When Oak Lawn hosts a sectional at Palos Lanes next month, the Spartans will be looking to earn their ninth trip to state in 11 seasons.
"Our team has made conference and sectional titles their main team goals as well as another trip to the state finals," Oak Lawn coach Kevin McKeown said. "One major goal I set for all my bowlers are clean games, no open frames. It will come down to who can pick up spares this season."
The Spartans have had success so far, winning the Oak Lawn Invitational and starting 6-0 in duals.
Seniors Ryan Campin and Ken VandeWerken are experienced leaders — Campin is a four-year varsity starter and VandeWerken is in his third season as a varsity performer.
Sophomore Ryan Kirby has been a strong addition.
"(Kirby) is our lefty and he had a great offseason," McKeown said.
Seniors Kyle Rodda and Cody Hanson add to the Spartans' veteran presence.
In the offseason, the Spartans raised $12,000 to go on a team retreat to St. Louis as well as for new equipment and a community project with the Ronald McDonald House of Oak Lawn.
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The state swimming meet is two months away, but most of the top talent in the south suburbs will compete Thursday at the Lincoln-Way North Swimming and Diving Invitational.
Four of the top five teams from the two south suburban sectionals last season will be in the meet — Sandburg, Lincoln-Way North, Stagg and Andrew.
Sandburg is coming off a strong second-place finish Dec. 15 at the Peoria Richwoods Invitational, where the Eagles finished ahead of Fenwick after an earlier loss to the Friars.
Returning sectional champions at the meet include Lincoln-Way North's Jake Pearson (200- and 500-yard freestyles) and Andrew's Rick Osty (50 freestyle and 100 butterfly). Stagg's Harlan Long was a sectional runner-up in the breaststroke.
Swimming enthusiasts also should put Friday's Lincoln-Way Central Relay Invitational on their schedules.
Central was second to Riverside-Brookfield in the eight-team meet last season. A swimmer to watch will be Central sophomore Cody Moris, a state qualifier last season in the 100 backstroke. Moris, Ryan Sterling, Mike Ramos and Conor McGowan have been strong in the 200 medley relay.
Lincoln-Way East, with breaststroke standout Andy Gramont, will be in the Waubonsie Valley Invitational on Thursday.
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Area teams in recent weeks began qualifying for the Illinois Cheerleading Coaches Association state meet.
The ICCA and Illinois High School Association state meets are the two major meets. The IHSA holds its postseason sectionals in January. The ICCA hosted several qualifiers this month.
On Dec. 16, Stagg won its first ICCA qualifier title with a 90.89 in the large-school division at Shepard. First-year coach Bridget Guzior, a former Sandburg cheerleader, said the school has never gone to state in the IHSA meet and is hoping to change that this season after the impressive ICCA showing.
Andrew and Chicago Christian qualified for the ICCA state meet after a Dec. 15 qualifier in Pontiac — Andrew moving on in the large-school division and Chicago Christian in the small-school division.
Earlier in the month, Marian Catholic and Evergreen Park qualified in the medium division at a meet in Bolingbrook.
The ICCA state meet will be held Feb. 9-10 at the Prairie Capitol Convention Center in Springfield.
There will be a Mid-State Challenge on Jan. 6 at U.S. Cellular Coliseum in Bloomington as well as a state qualifier at Andrew on Jan. 12.
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Applying Teak Oil To Teak Outdoor Furniture
Following is a basic method for oiling (check the oil manufacturer's instructions first; if different, follow the manufacturer). After cleaning the furniture (see 2/16/2013 post), ensure it's dry before starting to oil. Examine the teak furniture, and sand areas requiring it before oiling. You need teak oil, a clean 1″ or 2″ paint brush, some clean cotton rags, good light and plenty of space. Wear overalls or old clothes, and household gloves to keep the oil off your hands.
Apply with a clean brush, working downward from the top. Leave the surface wet by the brush but don't leave too much surplus oil behind as you work. After a few minutes (maybe five to 15 depending on the temperature), the oil will start to become "tacky." At this point wipe the surface of the furniture with a clean cotton rag, carefully removing all surplus oil. One coat is usually sufficient, but you can apply a second coat if necessary after a minimum of one hour for the first coat to dry.
When the surface is touch dry, use a second clean rag to buff it. Dispose of used rags and cleaning cloths carefully in accordance with the oil manufacturer's instructions.
Differences Between Finished And Unfinished Teak Furniture II
If you buy your furniture already oiled, such as the outdoor teak furniture available at GardenFurniturePatio.com, the teak oil imparts a deeper than normal mid-brown color and a soft sheen. Teak wood is naturally oily and requires no treatment whether used indoors or outdoors, and applying teak oil won't increase the life of the timber.
Teak oil changes the color of the wood slightly, and it can also help prevent stains from seeping into the timber grain. It also slows the graying effect caused by the sun's ultraviolet rays. To maintain its appearance, teak oiled furniture will need to be re-oiled periodically.
Follow this basic method for oiling teak furniture: First, clean the furniture (procedure appeared in "How To Clean Teak Outdoor Furniture," published February 11, 2013). Afterward, ensure the furniture is nice and dry before starting to oil. Examine the furniture first, and attend to any areas requiring sanding before you begin.
How To Clean Teak Outdoor Furniture
If your teak furniture requires cleaning, use a normal household bristle brush (not too hard) and some warm, mildly soapy water. Rinse with clean water. Proprietary cleaners are available that will clean various deposits and accumulated dirt and stains. Do not use high-pressure hoses, and do not use steel wool or steel wire brushes since any residue from the brush left in the grain will rust and discolor the wood. If the furniture has some stubborn, heavily ingrained stains, you can remove these by sanding with a fine grade of sandpaper, being sure to work only with the direction of the timber grain.
Naturally occurring oils that saturate teak wood are its blessing and, if improperly cared for, its curse. Teak is used for outdoor products because of these oils, which impart an attractive appearance and, more importantly, inhibit the tendency to rot. However, the sun brings the natural oils to the surface, where they dry to a discolored gray, ultimately becoming black due to the mold and mildew that tend to feed off the oil.
So, be good to your teak outdoor furniture; and it will return the favor!
Differences Between Finished And Unfinished Teak Furniture I
Fine-Sanded Teak Outdoor Furniture
If you buy your furniture fine-sanded, it will exhibit the natural color of the wood coupled with the raw natural texture of the teak grain. When fresh, the untreated timber is a very pleasant yellow-brown-olive color. If your furniture will be used under a shelter and away from a lot of natural sunlight, over time, six months to a year, the wood gradually becomes a darker shade of brown. If the furniture is left outdoors, the effects of the sun's rays will "bleach out" the timber's natural color gradually turning it a soft silvery grey color called "patina." Think of the color of the unpainted shingles covering the sides of a traditional Cape Cod cottage.
This patina gives teak furniture a distinctive appearance. Many people find the silver-gray color resulting from this natural aging process very attractive. They believe it enables the furniture to blend well with many outdoor environments and decorating schemes. Teak furniture in its natural state is easily maintained and needs no treatment to provide many years of attractive, durable service. This is as easy a maintenance schedule as it is possible to get!
Caring For Teak Garden Furniture
The hard yet forgiving nature of teak enables it to tolerate a great deal of use and abuse. Teak outdoor furniture also repays a little tender loving care, so continue reading this blog to pick up a few hints on caring for your teak furniture.
Generally, teak garden furniture is sold in one of two conditions: fine-sanded or oiled with teak oil. My teak products are finely sanded and finished with one coat of teak oil.
In future posts I will provide information about the differences between finished and unfinished and fine-sanded and oiled teak furniture.
The Natural Attributes Of Teak Wood
Teak is an extremely dense, coarse-grained hardwood. Teak wood is generally straight-grained but occasionally wavy. It has a coarse, uneven texture. The wood contains a high level of silica, which causes rapid blunting of cutting edges.
When fresh-cut, the surface of the wood appears dull. The timber has a distinctive, pleasantly aromatic odor reminiscent of the smell of leather. Fresh-sawn teak has a slightly "oily" feel because of its high oil content. A commonly stated characteristic of teak is its durability. It resists rot caused by fungal decay. The high level of resinous oil in the timber acts as a natural insect repellent so the timber resists attack by termites and other wood-boring insects.
The timber is believed to be resistant to water and many chemical reagents, including acids. It does not have a strong reaction when it comes in contact with metals. These statements regarding the durability of teak have a factual basis in the many instances of the timber withstanding the elements of nature when used as key components in the boat-building industry or when used to make municipal furniture for parks.


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One of the most remarkable things that happened in the 1980s was [the] sharp explosion of debt, way beyond any historical benchmark. It was way beyond anything you would have expected relative to GNP, relative to monetary expansion that was taking place. But it came about, I think, as a result of freeing the financial system, putting into being financial entrepreneurship and not putting into being adequate disciplines and safeguards. So that's where we are.
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Whoa! Have never had that happen to me. (Thank God!)
There are good kids and there are bad kids...but why do the bad ones end up in the same Splash Mountian log as I do?
A friend and I decided to ride Splash Mountian last night when all the other guests in Magic Kingdom were finding their spots to watch the Wishes fireworks. Walk up to the enterance--cool---15 minute wait--no problem! The acual wait was like 5 minutes. We climb aboard or craft nod and wave at the CM at launch--no problem. Well problem--in row 1 and row 4 were teenagers. The row one guys asked us to pass their cell phones back to the row four girls--no problem--we did (we were in row two, three was empty). About 1/4 of the way through the ride-the high jinks began--standing up on the ride. We asked them to please sit down several times. In the area where B'rer Bear is stuck in the beehive-they decide to grab onto the scenery and HOLD the log in place (us--"Will you please let go of the scenery and stop goofing off"). As we drift toward the big drop--a smartalick in the front decides to stand up and try to punch the FSU weasal that pops out from a hole above us. Oh wait--its not over yet--down the drop--time to flip off the ride camera! We raise our arm for the drop and the kids flip off the camera. Well there goes any proof that Damon and I have a great time at Disney. Then in the room where the riverboat is--the girls decide to change seats and go into row three while the guys try to destroy more themeing. As we walked passed the photo display area--with them about 10 feet behind us. Well after a few step more I turned around--they were gone
I am wondering and hoping a CM pulled them aside and gave them what for.
Whoa! Have never had that happen to me. (Thank God!)
That really ****s, RV. I know yall think I'm nuttz, but I'd never deface my favorite place on earth. I've said before, I wouldn't even touch the "Partners" statue, in fear that my hand oil will errode the monument.
I remember my first and only high school trip to WDW. I thought it be the best trip ever... turned out to be the worst. I don't remember much of it, except how once on HM, the "cool" kid in my algebra class literally did the unthinkable, and jumped out of his doom buggy. While I could witness others hock'n loogies on the back of other doom buggies, I was in a state of shock. I tried to keep track of where the kid was roaming (he got out somewhere around the graveyard scene) in the ride but it was so dark, he was gone. I remember how extremely amazed (and disappointed) I was when he didn't get busted. I waited at the exit to watch some hardcore WDW authority in action. But he came out and consequence never came.
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If your photo had a "this image has been washed away" they let you get on the ride to redo it. I had the happen on my trip and I was ready to buy the photo and we get there and go "photo washed". Ask the CM...since there were no teens on the ride, Flutter and I were hoping when we put our hands up we didn't "make a bad gesture" by mistake. The CM said that inappropriate behavior was not the only reason a photo gets deleted...people standing up or sitting on someone's lap are also reasons. We remembered that the little boy in front of us was on his dad's lap.
So no photo for us. We could have gotten back on the ride, but we had already been on it twice that day.
Originally Posted by Stitch
that's not good enough.
Now I must offset my first post with something nice that happened. We were at MGM earlier in the day and bumped into two ladies from my town. We talked with them in line and rode ToT with them. It was a great time talking with them and listening to one of them scream at the top of her lungs when we dropped. We pulled a couple of very clean photo stunts too--I put my hands behind my head like I was watching the Bucs on TV and Damon held his up like on a coaster. People we rolling when they saw the ride pic!
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I am getting ready for the season! They better do better than 5-11 this yearOriginally Posted by Tampa
I hate to break the news to you guys, but the Colts are going all the way this year.
They call me "Nana"
Huh, what? When did you guys get a new coach?
Dungy was not able to do it in Tampa with an excellent team in 1999--not enough fire in his soul to do it
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In taking school kids to WDW we have always taught them before we go to behave, because you never know who in the crowd is really working for Disney. This would not have countinued to have the effect that it had for as long as we took kids except for the fact of one special event our second trip. We were riding ISW when the 3 highschool boys with us started flirting with a girl in the boat behind them. Nothing bad just waving at her and stuff. Then as we were leaving the MK that night we stopped to shop at the EMP on MainStreet as we were leaving and there she was a CM working a register. You should have the looks on their faces I was LMMEO. So now when I take my kids or school kids I tell that story and end with what if you had been doing the wrong thing and got turned in.
Oh and yes COLTs will win it all
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They call me "Nana"
Football! But it is over 100 degrees outside. How can you discuss a fall sport like that!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ah, the beautiful plains of Texas. However, here in Indiana the high today was a balmy 77.
They call me "Nana"
My last trip (5-20-05__5-29-05) we were riding Splash Mountain on our last night at the park so I was taking everything in and just trying to hard wire some memories into my head...lol Well we ended up having some obnoxious teenagers on the ride trying to smack some of the props on the ride. Little did they know that I am in law enforcement(10 years now) and as we were getting off the ride I had a little chat with my "new friends". I REALLY tried my best to understand where they were coming from being teenagers and all as I am only 29 but I think I scared the heck out of em as their ride behavior quickly changed to fear after I got off the ride and confronted them. Anyone that knows me will tell you that I am the most understanding and gentle person in the world but I did not tolerate them trying to destroy my favorite ride. I wasn't a jerk at all but they well understood how I felt and that you never know who is on those rides.