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I shut down my pinball products business a while back. But am going to resurrect it. This product would be perfect. I would market this lamp as a topper for two different pinball machines -- Attack from Mars and Revenge from Mars.
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I'm a photographer and technology instructor living in Victoria, BC, Canada. I've been following the progress of your lamp since its beginnings and think its brilliant. I am very excited about the possibility of being able to distribute this locally. Thank you. Chris Deakin
I am a sci fi fan who at 57 has been to hundreds of gift shops & outlets-- and spent 30yrs selling products/ideas to distributors!! If you don't have a company - i may be your next best bet!!!
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I'm not personally a representative of a distribution company in Australia but I would love to be the introducer (or rep) of your product to relevant companies in Australia to secure a distribution deal. This is one of the coolest lamps ever and I'm 100% positive it'll sell like hotcakes over here. Regards, David Corrigan, Melbourne, Australia.
opening 1st may 2009, in the costa blanca north, a chic toy shop that also does tennage and adlut gadets. Think this is a fabulous product. please do let me know, also in the process of setting up a wesbite with online shopping
We have been reselling items on-line and locally in Southern California since 1999. I am very interested in becoming a reseller of your novelty lamp. Thank you - James Whitten -The Skys Unlimited
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In business for 60 years. Love to sell odd things like this. Hilarious
Saizon imports and distributes action figures and figurines primarily to specialist retailers who we think would be very interested in The Alien Abduction Lamp. We would be interested to know details such as MOQ, costs, MRSP's etc and when the lamp will be available. Hope to hear from you soon. Regards. Martin New
North America
Very interested in selling the lamp... Is it possible to buy a sample?
We are a family company that sells and distributes handcrafted, and unique one of a kind products in the southern California area.
Small distribution company based in perth western australia ,that imports one off's and oddball items of interest . i have shown this site to several people and they are very keen to order and purchase this item if it becomes availible thank you for your assistance Terry Carter Carterdesign 10 denmore rd perth Western Australia 6018
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Hi Lasse, I would like to be distributor for Scandinavia. My phone number is +45-29 92 89 67. Best regards, Mike
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Waterquest is a 4 year old company working with interior, design, toys and small furnitures. We are distributing for a handful of commpanies from USA and EUROPE and also manufacturing some of our own designs. The style is colourful, retro as well as modern design. Our customers are speciality shops within interior and childrens stuff in the highend scale. Please contact us for further info. Best regards Jeanette Kleemann f. Waterquest
I would very much like to distribute this piece of fine art to stores throughout Sweden/ Scandinavia, of cause aiming at retailers with good reputation for selling high-quality products. Sincerely, Tobias
Online retailer with retro products - real retro. Quality and good design is in focus, and we will not dump any prices.
Denmark, Sweden, Norway (Scandinavia)
we are the very few ace hardwares with a hobby shop and are interested on any info on your alien lamp
We are in the automotive industry here in North America, and employs some 200+ people... anyway its a a really funny concept... we might be interested as investors or distributors for Mexico...
we have a exclusive lampshop, with a wide range of designerlamps. We would very much like to be distributor and promote the Alien Abduction Lamp i Denmark. We look forward to hear from you. rifraf Sven-Erik May
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we are a company in Holland with 4 shops and we with our wholesale company we supply all the majors in the benelux with gadgets.Our websites are active in 6 european countrys.
We are a San Diego based punk band that is looking for a gimmick, and think we have found it in your lamp. We would like to sell them at shows and on the side, with you maintaining production credit and copy right.
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I would like to sell your abduction lamps in Poland. I think that people here would be very interested in buying them. Please tell me what is the price of 1 lamp? Regards, Maciek
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Oregon opened the 1996 season strong, followed by a difficult mid-season slump. To open the season, Oregon had won a tight battle in the first-ever NCAA regular season overtime game over Fresno State. The next two non-conference games over Nevada and Colorado State were victories for Oregon, and the Ducks were nationally ranked. Unfortunately for Oregon, the defense struggled to adapt to Defensive Coordinator Rich Stubler's Canadian Football scheme, and each game got more difficult. To make matters worse, injuries plagued the season. Senior Quarterback Tony Graziani was lost to a knee injury for five weeks, along with injuries to the tailbacks to thin the running game. When Oregon opened conference play over Washington State, they appeared to be dominating with a major opening drive to lead 7-0, but fell apart defensively and lost all rhythm from there, losing 55-44 and falling short of a fourth quarter come-from-behind. From there, Oregon was dominated by a very powerful Arizona State team (who had previously defeated #1 Nebraska) and put up 48 points over Oregon's out-of-sync defense. Oregon then lost a 7-7 halftime tie to UCLA at home, unable to stop the powerful UCLA QB Cade McNown and company on a second half 34-point explosion to lose 41-22. Against Stanford, Oregon held a 17-0 lead at one point with the return of Graziani, but the defense allowed a fourth quarter comeback by Stanford. A 24-21 lead was lost due to a defensive penalty on the final play, allowing Stanford a tying field goal and the victory in overtime. Oregon's biggest struggle of the year came at home over a very powerful Washington team. Washington ended Oregon's two-game winning streak in the series, led by powerful conference-leading Runningback Corey Dillon dominating the out-of-sync defense singlehandedly by scoring three touchdowns and 250 yards in a deflating 33-14 route.
Following the Washington game, many Oregon faithful had lost faith. "Gang Green" had come to an end with Rich Stubler at the reins, Oregon sat at the bottom of the Pac-10 standings at 3-5 and 0-5 conference. Oregon went from #12 in the nation defensively in 1995, to #108 in 1996; and ranked dead last in the Pac-10. Oregon's only shot at a winning season and bowl eligibility meant winning the remainder of its games. Following two dominant years of national rankings and nine-win seasons, some wondered if Oregon would even get another victory and/or have to beat Oregon State in the Civil War just to avoid last place as in decades past. However, Oregon had strong senior leadership. Many of the upperclassmen were part of the 1995 Rose Bowl team, and remembered overcoming the 1-2 start as a team in 1994. Following the Washington game, Coach Mike Bellotti spoke to the media about Oregon's remainder of its season. Bellotti made it known that Oregon had completely had it with losing, and vowed to not lose again for the remainder of the year. Oregon had a bye week to prepare for its final three games, and the team was ready to make the most of its week off to focus and regroup.
Fifteen years ago in mid-November 1996, Oregon began its under rated dominant finish to the 1996 season. After two weeks off, Arizona came to town on November 9 for the Homecoming game at Autzen Stadium. The game began with disappointment and doubt for Oregon;  struggling defensively and appearing out of sync as in games prior. Though Derrick Barnes recorded a sack on the first play, Arizona Quarterback Keith Smith ran an option right through the line and into the secondary before finally being brought down by Jaiya Figueras in the red zone. On the very next play, Arizona marched it in on a toss sweep by the tailback from 14 yards out to claim the first lead of the game. 7-0, Arizona; in only four plays for 76 yards (all on the ground.) Oregon attempted a response as Oregon's Most Inspirational Player Award winner Kevin Parker ran back the kick to midfield to give the Ducks great field position. Oregon Quarterback Tony Graziani came out firing on all cylinders, finding Damon Griffin deep in Arizona territory. However, a fumble by Oregon nullified everything, as Arizona returned the fumble for a 75 yard touchdown to sink Oregon into an even deeper hole. 14-0, Arizona.
From there, some fans were ready to leave the stadium in the first quarter. After watching Oregon suffer during the previous five games, only the most loyal of fans gave Oregon a chance. Oregon was ready to prove their worthiness, and immediately began to show it on the next drive. Oregon's dominant kickoff return speedster Pat Johnson took the kickoff from the Oregon 20 and returned it beyond midfield to the Arizona 42. On the first play from scrimmage, Tailback Saladin McCullough began his most dominant day of his career, taking the handoff and breaking through the line untouched to sprint his way 42 yards into the end zone. Placekicker Josh Smith's PAT then connected, and Oregon immediately cut the deficit down to seven and get the crowd and players back into the game. 14-7, Arizona.
Oregon's defense held Arizona on the next series, capped by another sack on third down to force a punt. Graziani (not even 100% healthy) used his senior leadership to guide the team downfield and change the complexion of the game, completing 4/4 passes on the drive. Saladin McCullough had two runs for a first down including one of 15 yards into the red zone and just shy of the goal line. Graziani completed the job, keeping the ball, rolling left and rushing for a well-deserved touchdown to tie the game. 14-14 would be the score as Smith's PAT connected, and Oregon began to prove the naysayers wrong. Oregon's defense began to dominate from there, stuffing the run and holding Arizona to three-and-out. The first quarter would end tied 14-14.
Arizona marched deep into Oregon territory early in the second quarter, but Oregon held strong on a major sack by Safety Jaiya Figueras to hold Arizona to a field goal attempt. The field goal was successful to give Arizona back the lead, 17-14. However, Arizona's lead would not last long. On Oregon's next series, Graziani proved his senior leadership by converting a second third down of the day to Damon Griffin and into Arizona territory. Only two plays later, Saladin McCullough took the handoff at the Arizona 40 to cut to the right and outrace defenders down the sidelines for the 40 yard touchdown run. 21-17, Oregon. Oregon's defense again held Arizona, then got the ball again to drive for another score. Graziani threw another strike into Wildcat territory, then ran the option to pitch at the last minute to Saladin McCollough – who again outraced the Arizona defense down the sidelines to score from 34 yards out. 28-17, Oregon. Arizona kept it close going into the half by recovering an Oregon fumble deep in Oregon territory, capped by a 13 yard touchdown pass right before halftime to pull within four. 28-24, Oregon, Halftime.
Oregon opened the second half on fire. Graziani led Oregon into Arizona territory on an option run, followed by one huge run after another by McCullough to move the ball closer. Graziani then had another run to get Oregon into the red zone, followed by several runs by McCullough inside the five, and capped by a one yard run by McCollough for his fourth score of the day. 35-24, Oregon. Arizona was down, but not out. They put together a drive of their own, going 78 yards in a six minute drive to cap with a touchdown to pull within four. 35-31, Oregon, as would remain the score to end the third quarter.
Arizona had outscored the opposition 83-19 in the fourth quarter all year. Oregon, however, was ready to turn the tide on that day. Early in the fourth quarter, "Gang Green" veteran Derrick Barnes proved there was still some of the "Gang Green" power left in Oregon; forcing a fumble on the Arizona QB and recovering the fumble deep in Arizona territory. Several plays later, Saladin McCullough would score his fifth touchdown of the day to set an Autzen Stadium record and give the Ducks a two-score lead. 42-31, Oregon.
McCullough could have scored even more, but would leave the game with an injury sustained on the touchdown. On Oregon's next possession, Graziani would re-injure his knee and have to leave the game as well, mid-way through the fourth quarter. Oregon's defense, however, would hold Arizona scoreless from there, and Oregon took over again on offense. Backup Quarterback Ryan Perry-Smith had come a long way in leading Oregon through Graziani's injury absence, and came in to prove his senior leadership by leading Oregon to their final score of the game. Perry-Smith converted two third downs. Tailback Kevin Parker did a remarkable job relieving McCullough, running for two huge gains to get Oregon into the red zone. From the 25 yard-line on third down, Perry-Smith threw for the game's first touchdown reception, finding Damon Griffin at the eight yard line, and the All-Pac-10 receiver Griffin did the rest by fighting his way into the end zone dragging four defenders in for the score. 49-31, Oregon.
The touchdown would minimize Arizona's chances to mount a comeback with only six minutes remaining. Oregon's defense held Arizona to a three-and-out, and the Wildcats would have to punt with under four minutes to play. Pat Johnson returned the punt for a touchdown, but it would be called back on a controversial blocking call, which appeared not in the back as called. Oregon, however, would milk the clock to prevent anything big from Arizona. The clock ticked to zero, and the celebration was on over a hard-earned triumph.
Oregon overcame a 14-0 deficit to dominate and never relinquish the lead, proving the true heart of the team. Center Mark Gregg was the unsung offensive hero of the day with the most blocks; and Safety Jaiya Figueras led the team in tackles and had two sacks to be the unsung defensive hero. Saladin McCullough rushed for a (modern) Oregon record of five touchdowns, outgaining twice Arizona's total 101 yards rushing all by himself with 223 yards. McCullough would earn MVP and the Pac-10 player of the week award. Oregon won in impressive fashion to get their first conference victory, while getting back on track to improve their record to 4-5 on the season and stay on track for a winning season. Final Score: Oregon 49, Arizona 31.
The California Game:
Oregon would play their final home game of 1996 on November 16 as the Bears of California came to town. It was the final home game for 26 seniors – all stalwarts who had been with Oregon through thick and thin, many playing a huge part in leading Oregon to the 1995 Rose Bowl. The seniors wished to go out in style, which meant beating a California team with impressive victories under their belt. Cal had began the season 5-0 including a big win at USC, but was coming off a three game losing streak and prepared to end it over Oregon.
On a rainy night at Autzen Stadium, Oregon came out on fire and was not about to let the pouring rain extinguish their flame. Senior Ryan Perry-Smith would start in place of the injured Graziani for the final home game of his career. Perry-Smith made the most of his senior night, well earning the Most Improved Player awarded given to him at the year's end. Perry Smith led Oregon on their first drive of the night into Oregon territory. Cal's defense held Oregon to a fourth down, but kicker Josh Smith gave Oregon its first points, connecting on a 30 yard field goal, and the Ducks would never trail. 3-0, Oregon.
Both defenses remained tough through the first quarter, assisted by the pouring rain. 3-0 would remain the score through the second quarter. Cal's gifted athlete Deltha O'Neil became a star in the Bear Secondary and remains an NFL cornerback, but would face the Ducks on offense that night as a Freshman, as Cal put together a drive into Oregon territory (mostly from O'Neal runs.) Oregon held Cal to a 44-yard Field Goal by kicker Ryan Longwell – native Oregonian who remains active in the NFL. 3-3, would be the score; but not for long.
The last five minutes of the first half would be very dramatic. Oregon got a spark on the kickoff return by Pat Johnson, making his way through a wall of defenders and to midfield. From there, Kevin Parker (in for the injured Saladin McCullough) made his presence felt to begin a dominant night over his future employer. Parker, now a recruiter for University of California Football, ran into Bear territory with three consecutive first down runs. From inside the five yard-line, Parker would run it in for his first touchdown as a Duck. (Incidentally, Parker had scored his first points as a Duck the previous year against California on a two-point conversion.) 10-3. Oregon.
California attempted a response as they drove to midfield, but two seniors left over from the "Gang Green" Defense came through big for Oregon. Linebacker Reggie Jordan blitzed and batted down a pass to an open receiver. On the next play, Deltha O'Neal could not hold onto the wet ball when hit from behind, and Linebacker Derrick Barnes would return the loose ball to the California 20 yard line. Three plays later, Parker (a.k.a "K.P" to his team) came through for Oregon again, running an option from Perry-Smith and taking it into the end zone for the score. 17-3, Oregon, with only a minute remaining in the first half.
Oregon's only goal with one minute remaining was to prevent an California score. However, Oregon went above and beyond their goal, as Derrick Barnes and Reggie Jordan came through big again for Oregon in their final home game at Autzen. Barnes made a hit from behind on a Bear runner, causing him to lose control of the ball and be recovered by Jordan on the wet turf.
Oregon, with one final shot, made the most of its final possession of the half. From midfield, Perry-Smith proved his senior leadership, completing two strikes for first downs on the sidelines to Tony Hartley and Damon Griffin. Two plays later, Perry Smith rolled left, looked right, and threw a perfect strike from 30 yards out to Tight End Blake Spence wide open in the end zone. 24-3, Oregon, as would end the first half. In only five minutes, Oregon had turned a 3-3 tie into a three touchdown halftime advantage.
In the third quarter, Cal appeared ready top mount a comeback. A blown tackle on a pass reception enabled Cal's speedster receiver Dameane Douglass to speed his way into the end zone to make it a two score game; 24-10, Oregon. On Oregon's next drive, a perfectly thrown ball by Perry-Smith could not be grasped wet, bouncing right off the receiver's hands and into the hands of a Bear defender. The very next play, Cal was right back into the game as Cal QB Pat Barnes found All-Pac-10 receiver Bobby Shaw wide open in the end zone to cut Oregon's lead to only seven. 24-17, Oregon. Many worried that Oregon was in trouble, possibly about to allow the same comeback as against Stanford earlier in the season. Realistically, Perry-Smith and company were ready to prove how far that had come and would not allow that to happen on the very next drive. After a great kick return by Pat Johnson was called back, Kevin Parker kept his hot streak alive on several first down runs and to midfield. Perry Smith threw a perfect strike to Pat Johnson who came out of double coverage to give Oregon the first down in Bear territory. Reserves Jerry Brown and Derien Latimer also carried for a first down each and into the red zone to the five. Then on First and Goal, Perry-Smitt threw a perfect strike to the end zone to a wide-open Damon Griffin, who slipped but made the catch to give Oregon back a two-score lead. 30-17, Oregon; as would be the score to send the game to the fourth quarter.
To begin the fourth quarter, Cal had all the momentum. Toward the end of the third, Cal had began a drive down field with one short first down after another, and were closing in on the end zone. A fourth and inches was converted by the Bears at the Oregon two, and Cal earned a fresh set of downs. From there, many thought Cal would punch the ball into the end zone. To make matters worse, the powerful athlete Deltha O'Neal was lined up in the backfield. On first down, Cal took the snap and handed off to O'Neal running right. O'Neal closed in on the end zone, when met by the powerful Peter Sirmon. Sirmon made the initial hit, and O'Neal attempted to fight for the end zone. However, the wet ball would pop loose. Remarkably, there was the legendary Kenny Wheaton right in front, who scooped up the loose ball for one of the greatest plays of his career. Coincidentally enough, Wheaton was nearly in the very same spot near the very goal line where he made his most famous play two years earlier against Washington. Wheaton maintained control before he went out of bounds at the one, and the turnover belonged to Wheaton as the Ducks took over possession and momentum.
From there, the Ducks never looked back. With all the momentum on their side, the Oregon offense moved the ball at-will. Latimer took Oregon out of the shadow of its end zone, and Perry-Smith had several first-down completions down field (three of them third-down conversions) along with a third down run of his own. Oregon kicker Josh Smith would cap the drive, connecting on a 20 yard field goal to give Oregon a 16-point lead. 33-17, Oregon. Â
Cal attempted to mount an improbable comeback in the final seven minutes, adding one more touchdown with four minutes remaining, but it would not be enough as the two-point conversion failed, and Oregon was too strong on its final possession. Leading 33-23, Perry-Smith and company went on one final offensive drive to milk the clock and put the game away. Perry-Smith led Oregon into the red zone, and Jerry Brown would score on a five-yard touchdown run with two minutes remaining to seal the deal for Oregon. The defense was too strong in the final two minutes, and the celebration was on. Oregon had accomplished a hard-earned second consecutive victory, sending the seniors out of Autzen in style as hoped. Final Score: Oregon 40, California 23.
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Monday, October 17, 2005
So, we pushed back from the gate twenty minutes late and then sat on the runway for another twenty. As we sat on the tarmac, I dug into the Orenburg "cat's paw" pattern.
There was the usual buzz of conversation around me. Bzzz bzzz bzzz delayed again bzzzz bzzzz miss my connection bzzzz bzzzzzzzz grandchildren in Florida bzzzzz bzzzzzzzzz bzzzz yarn bzzzz bzzzz...
I was seated on the aisle, in the second-to-last row of the plane. Turning around, I saw behind me the tell-tale tote bag with a strand of blue bulky snaking out the top. Upon further investigation, I found that one of the flight attendants was passing the time by knitting an afghan.
It was a pretty big afghan, a Christmas present for her daughter, which she told me she works on during odd moments in her day. All garter stitch, her first piece, and very nicely done. Good straight edges. She seemed to enjoy having another knitter pet and admire it. She asked about the lace stole, so I showed her the patterns and told her it's not nearly so complicated as it looks.
We chatted for a good ten minutes about knitting stuff and then the captain announced it was time for take-off. Oh boy! Off to Philadelphia!
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Flash forward about an hour and a half. We're approaching Philadelphia and the plane is bucking and rearing like a bull at a Texas rodeo. Me, I would rather be sitting on the bull. Instead, I am clutching the tray table and waiting for the moment, surely imminent, when the plane will fall out of the sky.
(I see the funeral in breathtaking Cinemascope. My pulverized remains are displayed in an extremely small urn, over which is draped the Seneca sweater. It has miraculously survived the crash. "He never even got to wear it," everyone is saying. The organist launches into "Aloha O'e" in a vain attempt to muffle the sobs.)
Meanwhile, the four-year-old in the next seat continues to hum "Jesus Loves Me" and color Barney the wrong shade of purple.
The Knitting Flight Attendant, passing by with empty drink cups, notices that I've got my eyes screwed shut and am breathing like a Soviet-made vacuum cleaner.
"Is something wrong?" she asks.
"I don't really like flying," I say, perhaps setting a new record for understatement.
"Keep breathing," she says, "I'll right back."
And she does come back. She perches on the edge of a nearby, empty seat. "Show me your lace again," she says. "And tell me about the patterns."
I know what she's doing, but can't believe she is taking the time.
I pull out the stole and start from the bottom. "This is called 'Peacock'–it's Estonian, very easy to knit because it's symmetrical and has short repeats..."
By the time I get to the end of the stole, we are in our final approach and my stomach has left my shoes and returned to its accustomed location.
"You think you can make it the rest of the way?" she asks, kindly.
"I'm much better, thank you." I slip the stole back into my bag.
We land. No balls of fire. I am not pulverized.
And Ms. Flight Attendant, let me tell you something–I hope your daughter loves that afghan.
12 comments:
- Sister Sue said...
What a sweet, sweet woman! There is hope for humanity after all.
(And my word verification is too funny not to share: rocfnky, as in, "get down and rocfnky," I'm guessing.) - 2:50 PM
- knitnthings said...
Wow - it's a rare thing that someone takes the time to be that nice. You knew it had to be a knitter, no one else would have done that.
I looked for your sweater all day saturday, but I didn't see it - or you. Maybe it was to warm to wear it?
~how come I never get cool verification words?! rjrqj blah! - 2:56 PM
- Sean said...
I just finished catching up since the posting of the finished Rhinebeck Sweater. I hope to be able to see picture, although I do know sometimes we just don't capture them...
I think knitters tend to be drawn to one another...hence the "connection".
Also, I often wondered if they would make me demonstrate "knitting" when I next take a flight.
Can't wait to hear more of your delightful stories.
My word verification yruacsp...or Why are you a CSP...what's a CSP?? - 3:02 PM
- Marilyn said...
That attendant should rent out her soothing services. Because I fly like you do--scared shitless.
Didn't we have the best time? Already I miss everyone, sitting here all sad and lonely at my laptop, gazing upon my two huge bags of fabulous fiber, aching to be spinning everything I bought, simultaneously.
My verification word is "phkei" as in "I thought his Elton John glittersuit was awfully phkei." - 4:34 PM
- Marcia said...
Hmmm... CSP
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- dragon knitter said...
as i said before, knitters are amazingly generous, and flight attendants rock. i made aponcho on the way to oregon last summer, and they all oohed and ahhed over it, particularly when i walked off the last plane with it on. it's a great feeling, isn't it?
- goblinbox said...
There's a right shade of purple for Barney?
- Linda said...
What a darling, but are we surprised, as knitters?
- Marcy said...
Aren't you glad you didn't get The Yarn Harlot's flight attendant?
- Kate said...
That's a really cool story. :-)
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Christopher Lewis is a boy with potential-potential for great good . . . and for great evil. And no one knows that better than Kaym, an angel-lord with incredible power, hell-bent on storming the gates of Heaven. With an army of demons, devils, and dark princes at his side, Kaym needs just one more thing to begin his crusade: the immortal powers hidden within Christopher.
d of trouble that might entertain their loathsome minds.
"Well, Shadowrat, I don't want you here. Get thee hence."
The imp's face could never have been pleasant to look at, but the wide leer that appeared upon it in defiant response to her command was unexpected, and Mariel was momentarily unsettled. How dare it look at her so! Angered, and not wishing to suffer the ugly thing's presence one moment longer than she must, she drew her sword and took a threatening step towards the imp. Her weapon, a marvelous instrument of righteous retribution, burst into flames as soon as it was drawn from its scabbard.
The imp cringed before the burning flames and gibbered with fear. Clearly, it had not expected so drastic a reaction, but Mariel was feeling jumpy tonight.
"Begone, ill spirit," she commanded, pointing the fiery blade at its throat.
But even as she spoke, she realized she had made a careless mistake. She was too close! The imp's arms lengthened as it reached out for her, and b
..This has been one of the most entertaining well written page turning books of modern times..
It is gripping from start to finish with enough twists and turns to keep the reader hooked in this world of Angels and Demons..
Well done to the author..


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May 6, 2010 12:00 PM, By John McJunkin
A loudspeaker and subwoofer combination that yields a four-way system for sound-reinforcement applications.
Tannoy is known the world over for its excellent studio monitors. There aren't many studios in the world that haven't had a pair or three at one time or another. Tannoy has turned its attention to creating sound-reinforcement loudspeakers, and among the products of its labors is the VQ Net series of active, network-linked loudspeakers with digital signal processing. These loudspeakers are intended for use in arrays or individually, and provide all the obvious benefits that self-powered loud¬speakers bring. As a live sound engineer who frequently requires powerful, high-fidelity loudspeakers that I can easily transport and quickly configure, I was excited to get my hands on these. Additionally, I have always liked Tannoy's studio monitors, so I found myself very curious as to whether the firm could successfully translate the quality of its fine studio loudspeakers to the sound-reinforcement domain.
I evaluated a pair of VQ Net 60 loudspeakers along with a pair of VNet 218DR subwoofers, the combination of which yields a de facto four-way system: the VQ Net 60 loudspeakers are a three-way system, and the VNet 218DRs fill in the low end. Tannoy touts this loudspeaker series as a "line-array killer," and the company is not the only loudspeaker producer in the world to extol the virtues of point-source loudspeakers. It's unlikely that the debate over whether point-source loudspeakers can be used interchangeably with line arrays will be resolved anytime soon, despite the smart people who argue each position, but it's clear that there are appropriate applications for both topologies. From a practical standpoint, I'd rather roll VNet loudspeakers in on their dollar boards than fly arrays from a truss, particularly for applications in small to mid-sized venues that don't require huge amounts of SPL. On the other hand, the VQ Net series are actually capable of producing a pretty substantial amount of SPL; they're rated at 138dB SPL continuous. And I discovered these loudspeakers to be simple to set up—although I would not recommend making this process a one-person project unless that person is a body-builder. The recommended orientation is to place the VQ Net 60 atop the subwoofer, and the heft of these loudspeakers definitely does not make for a safe one-person job.
I was otherwise pleased with the mechanisms intended to make transport and rigging easier. The dollar boards included with the VQ Net 60s are welcome, and cleverly include attached rigging hardware. The subwoofers are not intended for flying, but the VQ Net 60s can be flown with eyebolts and brackets, and they can be linked and arrayed with additional hardware. VQ Net MB and VQ Net 85DF cabinets can be combined for additional pattern control. Every loudspeaker has at least two handholds on each of its four sides. I was able to tilt a subwoofer from its performance orientation up onto its wheels by myself as a result of the placement of the handholds and the center of gravity of the cabinet. The other clever convention I discovered is the plates that cover each subwoofer's array of connection ports. During transport and storage, these plates pop right into place with magnets to protect connections and controls.
Wiring is simple as well. AC power is provided via Speakon connectors, and audio is introduced via standard XLR inputs. These loudspeakers are telemetrically monitored and controlled via Tannoy's network software, and these connections are made via RJ-45 Ethernet ports. I like that the network can be configured in a daisy-chain, a star network, or any combination of both topologies. With the assistance of an engineer acquaintance of mine, I was able to get the system up and running in less than half an hour, and time could be shaved from that performance with some repetition. One issue that is a little troublesome to me is that audio will not pass through the loudspeakers unless they are connected to the network and unmuted with the included software. Any computer- or network-oriented snags can be a roadblock to simply getting signal to play through the loudspeakers. It may be the case that the loudspeaker simply stores the previous mute configuration, and it's possible to leave the loudspeakers unmuted, but I'd rather not have the potential for the loudspeakers to have been left in muted mode upon last power-down. I hope that will be addressed in future revisions.
The VQ Net 60 features a semihorn-loaded topology with two 12in. LF drivers on angle with each other, and a conical horn loaded with concentric MF and HF drivers, which provides a single coherent wavefront emanating from the throat. The MF driver has a 3.5in. coil and covers 400Hz to 7kHz, and the HF driver has a 2in. diaphragm and covers 7kHz to 22kHz. I like the fact that Tannoy put the crossover points at frequencies that are not in the middle of the human vocal range. The 60-degree conical dispersion of the MF and HF horn structure is efficient, with a directivity factor of 21.2. As I walked around to subjectively assess this directivity, I was truly impressed. The signal drops off precipitously just a few steps beyond the edge of the dispersion pattern. This means that in typical applications in which these loudspeakers are stacked on stage, performers and public speakers hear very little of FOH, even when the system is producing substantial SPL.
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Treaty Trader (E1) and Treaty Investor (E2)
Visas for Treaty Traders (E-1) and Investors (E-2)
Investor visa for Israeli nationals
President Obama signed the legislation that would add Israel to the list of countries eligible for non-immigrant investor visas in the United States.
The legislation, which was spearheaded by Rep. Howard Berman (D-Calif.), would grant Israelis E-2 investor visas, allowing them to live and work in the U.S. in order to be closer to their investments. The legislation, signed on June 11, 2012, passed the House and the Senate in recent months.
However, the implementation of this visa category will not be effective until the terms and conditions of the final agreement are determined between the two countries. The Embassy will issue a press release as soon as the E2 investor visa is available to Israeli nationals.
In General
Section 101(a)(15)(E) of the U.S. Immigration and Nationality Act provides for visa status for nationals of countries that maintain an appropriate treaty of commerce and navigation with the United States or that is considered to be a treaty country under U.S. law.
The following information describes the two types of non-immigrant visas for individuals wishing to trade with or invest in the U.S.
1. Treaty Trader visa (E-1)
2. Treaty Investor visa (E-2)
Please note that the Treaty of Friendship, Commerce, and Navigation between the United States and Israel provides for the issuance of treaty trader visas (E-1) only; Israeli citizens are not eligible for treaty investor visas (E-2). However, our post does accept applications submitted on behalf of Israelis who hold dual citizenship with countries that maintain a treaty investor with the United States.
A treaty trader/investor visa is not a substitute for an immigrant visa. Individuals wishing to remain in the United States indefinitely should apply for immigrant visas. Treaty investor/trader visas can be renewed or extended only if the investment or trade continues to meet all applicable requirements of U.S. immigration laws and regulations.
Treaty Trader visa (E-1)
Treaty Trader (E-1) visas are authorized based on a treaty of commerce between the United States and Israel which was signed upon in April 1954. This status is entitled for individuals intending to go to the United States to carry on substantial trade, including trade in services or technology, principally between the United States and the treaty country.
Individuals applying for E visas at the American Embassy in Israel must have an Israeli nationality. The U.S. has also concluded treaties of commerce with several other countries; therefore if you are not an Israeli national please refer to the website of the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in your home country.
To qualify as a Treaty Trader (E-1):
- At least 50% of the business (parent company) is Israeli owned, i.e., at least 50% of the company stock is owned by Israeli citizens. Local permanent resident aliens or American citizens do not qualify as majority holders of US companies for E visa purposes.
- The applicant must be a national of the treaty country.
- At the time of the E-1 application a commercial, traceable and identifiable flow of goods, services and /or technology exists between the Israeli company and the U.S. (i.e., title of the trade items must pass from one party to the other, trade includes successfully negotiated contracts).
- The flow of goods is substantial and continuous.
- At least 50% of the firm's international trade is between Israel and the U.S.
- The applicant must be employed in a supervisory or executive capacity, or possess highly specialized skills essential to the operation of the firm. Ordinary skilled or unskilled workers do not qualify.
Treaty Investor Visa (E-2)
The Treaty Investor visa is entitled for individuals intending to go to the United States to develop and direct the operations of an enterprise in which the national has invested; or is actively in the process of investing a substantial amount of capital. As mentioned above, Israeli citizens are not eligible for treaty investor visas (E-2).
To qualify as a Treaty Investor (E-2):
- Requisite treaty exists;
- Individual and/or business possess the nationality of the treaty country and at least 50% of the business is owned by the treaty country, i.e., at least 50% of the company stock is owned by the treaty country, excluding/American citizens and U.S. Legal Permanent Residents ("green card" holders).
- Applicant has invested or is actively in the process of investing;
- Applicant's investment is substantial. It must be sufficient to ensure the successful operation of the enterprise;
- The enterprise is a real and operating commercial enterprise. Speculative or idle enterprises do not qualify;
- Investment is more than marginal, and is not solely for earning a living;
- The investor must be coming to the U.S. to develop and direct the enterprise. If applicants are not the principal investors, they must be employed as a supervisor, executive, or as the possessor of highly specialized skills.
Application Procedure
An applicant for a Treaty Trader (E-1) or Treaty Investor (E-2) visa must first establish that the trading enterprise or investment meets the requirements of the law as stated above. Therefore, all Israeli companies seeking E visas for their owners or employees must apply at the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv.
Important: Do not schedule an appointment date through the regular Internet scheduling system. The E-1/E-2 unit schedules the appointment dates for applicants and their companies. Therefore, for further information please contact the E-1 visa unit at email@example.com.
How to apply for an E-1/E-2 visa:
If a company is about to register for the first time or three years have passed since the last time they registered, the company is required to submit their supporting documents, including an employee's individual application, by mail to our attention.
Please click on the relevant treaty below for a list of required supporting documents:
For E-1 companies: in the event the company was approved for an E-1 status within the last three years, in addition to the employee's complete application, the company needs to submit an official letter from their CPA stating the company's current ownership and trade. A letter from an attorney or a financial officer will not be accepted. If documents are missing or if the CPA does not address one of the requirements we mentioned, we shall not be able to schedule an appointment date until all the documents are submitted to the E1 assistant.
Please click here to review the list of requirements the CPA should address.
Important: Each file submitted to the E section must include an application on behalf of the employee the company is relocating to the U.S. Please click here to review the list of documents the company needs to submit on behalf of their employee: Employee's E visa application.
Once the E-1/E-2 assistant reviews the file and verifies that all of the documents have been submitted, he/she will schedule an appointment date for the company and its employee. All interviews are scheduled for a Tuesday.
Application Forms
Submitting an E application
All files and applications must be mailed to the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv at the following address:
E1/E2 Visa Assistant
Embassy of the United States of America
Consular Section
71 Hayarkon Street
Tel Aviv 63903
The company and applicant have the burden of demonstrating fulfillment of requirements for Treaty Trader/Investor status under 9 FAM 41.51.
U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Service (USCIS) Change of status
Note: It is necessary to establish the company's entitlement to E visa status prior to the issuance of an E visa to an investor or employee, even if the USCIS has authorized a Change of Status to E for a person in the United States. That status is valid only as long as the person remains in the United States. To obtain an E visa, a complete application, with all required documentation, must be submitted to the Embassy for adjudication before a visa can be issued.
Processing Times
Evaluation of corporate files will take between four and six weeks and are reviewed on a first come first served basis. Alternatively, companies that have been approved within the last year and are applying on behalf of their employees shall receive an immediate interview. These time scales are approximations only, processing may be longer or shorter depending on our workload and the quality of the material submitted. Irrevocable business plans and travel arrangements should not be made until visas are actually issued.
Applications from persons who are resident in the consular district, but not physically present, will be accepted but a personal interview will be required after the initial screening of the application and supporting documents. No assurance is offered that an interview will necessarily lead to approval of the application and the issuance of a visa.
Because the nature of the Treaty Trader and Investor visa is complex and specific to the particular application, we will not discuss prospective E-visa situations nor respond to speculative questions on E-visa situations over the telephone or by mail. Once an application has been submitted, we will communicate with the company's attorney/ point of contact as required on their particular case.
Do not contact the Consulate for information on the status of your case. You will be contacted if more information is required or when the officer is ready to schedule your interview.
Important Notice:
Prospective investors and E-visa applicants should always review regulatory requirements and seek professional advice from an immigration law attorney before submitting an application, if they feel that will help them organize their application and their business activities. At the same time, applicants should be aware that decisions about eligibility are made only by a Consul who reviews the application -- and then only after all of the information requested by the Consul has been received. Applicants should never rely on prospective business partners for immigration advice.
Family Members
Spouses and unmarried children less than 21 years of age, regardless of nationality, who wish to accompany or join the principal visa holder in the United States for the duration of his/her stay require derivative E visas. If applying separately from the principal applicant, a copy of the principle applicant's E visa or the I-797 Approval Notice will be required in addition to the regular application documents. Spouses and/or children who do not intend to reside in the United States with the principal visa holder, but visit for vacations only, may be eligible to apply for visitor (B-2) visas, or if qualified, travel visa free under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Please click here to review the list of documents family members should submit.
Please click here to find information for partners and common-law spouses
Receipt of the visa after issuance
We would like to emphasize that if the consular officer approves an employee's E1 visa, the passport along with the visa shall be returned to the applicant via UPS. This procedure may take up to a week after the interview. As a result, please book your flight ticket accordingly.
Working on an E Visa
Spouses of E visa holders may seek employment authorization on derivative E visas. For further information, please contact the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) upon your arrival in the United States or visit their site athttp://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis.
U.S. Port of Entry
Applicants should be aware that a visa does not guarantee entry into the United States. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (USCBP) have the authority to deny admission. Also, the period for which the bearer of a treaty trader or investor visa is authorized to remain in the United States is determined by the USCBP, not the consular officer. At the port of entry, an USCBP official validates Form I-94, Record of Arrival-Departure, which notes the length of stay permitted. Those persons who wish to stay beyond the time indicated on their Form I-94 must contact the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) to request Form I-539, Application to Extend Status. The decision to grant or deny a request for extension of stay is made solely by the USCIS.
Time Limits
Holders of E visas may reside in the United States as long as they continue to maintain their status with the enterprise.
Further Inquiries: Additional information is available on the internet at: http://www.travel.state.gov. Questions on visa application procedures should be made via e-mail to the Treaty Visa Office at the address:email@example.com. Questions on conditions and limitations on employment should be made to the local office of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services in the United States.
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posted by: tkopari on 04.17.2013 at 01:38 pm in Rose Propagation Forum really want some cuttings of the following Austin roses, preferably rooted (or not):
Ambridge Rose I have rooted cuttings of Abraham Darby and Music Maker available now. I will have un-rooted cuttings available from all of the roses on my Have List sometime in early June (I hope). This post was edited by tkopari on Wed, Apr 17, 13 at 14:22 NOTES: <none>
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RE: who asked about wsing in a greenhouse? (Follow-Up #3)
posted by: ishareflowers on 04.15.2013 at 07:21 am in Winter Sowing Forum Hi Nan,
They are some good looking seedlings, aren't they? I bought this little greenhouse in Home Depot one day for $100 "online price $219> and boy am I glad I did. I put it up in October and it has taken all the wind, sleet, rain and snow New England has had to offer. this is my second year with it and it still looks new! Funny story, My husband needed a little part for something he was working on one day , He wanted me to take a ride to Home depot with him, I didn't want to go! I told him I would go if he would go to the one In New Hampshire (I'm in MA. but only 15 minutes away from New Hampshire) He agreed and off we went. I walked into the door to HD and right in front of my face was my little greenhouse. I was so happy because I had been looking in MA for another but hadn't seen one since buying my first two years ago. At first, I thought I was seeing things, the price was now $25! I talked two customers into to buying one each and I took the last 3 that were in boxes. We were in the store all of 5 minutes and the display model was gone as well. What a great buy!!! It's small but it has worked extremely well for me...I would recommend it to anyone. Lisa NOTES: <none>
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RE: my winter sowing experiments! (Follow-Up #2)
posted by: northerner_on on 04.23.2013 at 12:35 am in Winter Sowing Forum I found your blog very interesting and must congratulate you on your sucess: lots of beautiful looking seedlings. I am surprised that your containers have their tops off already, but I guess you are in a quite southern part of the country. You expressed what I consider challenges which every new WS'er encounters: labels, pens, and records. I, too started with popsicle sticks as labels but found that they will soon rot and also grow fungus. There are very few pens, including the permanent sharpies which work well, and of course records are a must. Over the years I have had to address all these problems, and I thought I would share my experience with you. Firstly, I keep fairly detailed records of what I sow: date, name & origin, and track germination, plant out, and flower/fruit dates. This is written in a log, but it can be done on a computer. I prefer a paper log which I can refer to at will and which I can take outdoors to update as I go. For labels, many on this forum use discarded mini-blinds cut into suitable lengths. I fashion labels out of empty detergent/water softerner containers. As far as pens go, I have discovered a pen at Lee Valley which does not fade in sun, sleet, snow, and writes on everything. I germinate on coffee filters and I use them to write on the filters and it never smudges. I re-cycle my labels year after year. Nail polish remover can be used if you need to erase the name. I am sure if you peruse this forum, you'll find many other ways WS'ers use to make their experience less stressful, and you may choose to adopt some of them.
You have made an excellent start. Good luck with your garden, and have a happy summer. NOTES: Plant labels and logs
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RE: Planted out BIG hunks this spring, can I divide now? (Follow-Up #3)
posted by: trudi_d on 07.25.2011 at 09:17 pm in Winter Sowing Forum Wait for cooler weather of early to mid autumn to transplant. Next season, divide your milk jug into smaller portions, like 4ths, 9ths or 12ths, or even smaller--most of my hunks are an inch across or smaller, unless the seedlings are far apart. Also, be realistic about your personal needs and capacities. Try to resist sowing more than you can honestly transplant in your spare time...less is more.
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RE: WS vs indoor (Follow-Up #2)
posted by: barbe_wa on 04.23.2013 at 01:29 pm in Winter Sowing Forum While I wintersow almost everything else, tomatoes and peppers just don't have a long enough growing season in our short summer, cloudy weather climate so I've found I have to germinate them on a heat mat, no artificial lighting, and transplant them to pots in the cold frame very early. They are still very hardy, and in the cool cold frame don't get leggy like they do under lights with heat.
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RE: patents ? (Follow-Up #1)
posted by: brandon7 on 03.25.2013 at 08:57 pm in Plant Propagation Forum This has been covered here in this forum quite a few times already, but here's a brief overview...
Patented plants cannot be legally, vegetatively reproduced (this, of course, would include cuttings) for ANY REASON (including for your own personal use) without the consent of the patent holder. You could trade a purchased, patented plant with someone as long as you gave them ALL of the plant in your possession (not just a cutting, while you keep the original plant). Patented plants may be legally sexually bred to produce seeds. In certain cases (mainly with certain types of crops), other legal limitations may apply to seeds (these would include variety protection and genetic/plant utility patents). Trade marks have nothing to do with what you can grow, only with what you can call what you are trying to sell/distribute. You are perfectly free to reproduce non-patented, trademarked plants and sell/distribute them using their real cultivar name. You just can't use the trademark name without permission. Plants can be both patented and trademarked, or just have one or the other. Patented plants are supposed to be well marked as patented when sold. So looking at the tag is one way to tell if the plant is patented. You can also google the name along with the word 'patent'; which would normally turn up a patent with ease. One super option is the plant patent section of Patent Genius. All plant patents are listed, but you may have to look a couple of different ways to confirm that something is not included (some are categorized in weird ways). NOTES: <none>
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RE: Propagation Chamber (Follow-Up #12)
posted by: jbest123 on 09.25.2007 at 07:30 pm in Plant Propagation Forum Hi Donna, I water before and after. I poke 9-10 holes across with an old plastic pen and the medium must hold the shape of the hole, about 5/16" X 2". After I stick the cuttings I go back and compress the soil with my fingers around the cutting. I continue with all the cuttings I have. I then water again to remove any air pockets around the cuttings. With the top in place you don't have to mist at all. I will add water to the medium about every 3 weeks untill it runs out all 6 holes. John
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Hello everyone! I was just wondering what violets were on everyone's most wanted list. I know there are so many on mine!! But at the top of my list are mas toxic spill and seafoam. So lets hear yours! And If anyone has someone else's most wanted violet maybe an exchange could be arranged! |
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I have a couple of rooted Seafoam leaves that are just beginning to put up some babes. Check with me in the spring. I have a longggg list of ones I'd like to get a start of. Deb |
I lust for Ness' Frilly Lady and Royal Child. Barbara |
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Barbara...this lovely lady sells both the violets you want http://www.blossoms-birds-butterflies.com/african4.htm |
- Posted by cajunkisses2007 9 (My Page) on Wed, Jan 2, 08 at 22:23
It's kinda long but here is my most wanted list, not in any order: Sassy Sister Ajohn's Winter Sun Feather Persian Lace Cupid's Kiss Ma's Ching Dynasty Majesty Zima Ulybaetsia (Winter Smiles) |
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Adeara Buffalo hunt Everdina Happy Cricket Melodie Kimi The King I have many leaves and some plants to trade if interested.] |
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Cajunkisses, I have small plants of feather. Contact me in the spring and we should do a trade! |
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Great rachel! I have lots of small plants also so i'm sure we could do a nice trade. Please contact me when the weather is good for you. Here in Louisiana, it's mostly always warm enough to mail. :) Belinda |
Cajunkisses - I have lots of babies of Majesty and one big Ma's Ching Dynasty. If you like, drop me a note when it warms up and we'll work something out. Most wanted: Midnight Radiation & L'Heure Bleu Cynthia |
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Cynthia there is no email addy on your page. Can you please email me at firstname.lastname@example.com? I don't know where you live, but i'm in Louisiana and it's almost always warm here. Our Winters are extremely mild. Would love to work out a trade with you. Thanks, |
- Posted by MarionM112 8 (My Page) on Sun, Feb 16, 14 at 13:31
My Most Wanted is a very old violet--Plum Tips. It was hybridized by Tinari and available in the 1960s. My hopes are dimming, but I DID see it at a show in Ft Myers FL, in the 1990s. It is a star shaped flower, deep lilac with dark purple tips to the dogwood-type blossoms. I loved it! |
I don't exactly have a most wanted list, I just buy whatever I fancy at the time... I like semi-minis and variegated ones, and would like to get some trailers - so I guess I'd be really happy finding a variegated semi/mini trailer, preferably with a blossom color other than pink :-) Karin |
I have a long list somewhere at home, but off the top of my head I really want Fisherman's Paradise Frozen in Time Tiger Powwow Chantaspring Lunar Lily White Irish Flirt and anything from the Jolly series, Everfloris series and MyViolet series. Nothing too exotic, just want to round out the collection with a little bit of everything. |
This is fun to read. For many years, I wanted Pistachio but it is gone. I'll probably think of something I really want, but the only thing I can't find is Edith V. Peterson. I killed her (it was hard, she was tough). I wouldn't mind Chantaspring but haven't seen it where I've ordered. I tossed Melodie Kimi - sorry, but I'm not sure it was blooming true anyway. I hope you find Plum Tips. Diana |
Most Wanted AV's ???... I love them all it's hard for me to choose! Variegated are "My Most Wanted!" ....Then I see the next AV that is in bloom and It's "My Most Wanted!" Oh and that one over there is So Beautiful .... It's "My Most Wanted!" ... Oh and that AV is different - It's "My Most Wanted!" ....sigh.... When it warms up I have several kinds that I would love to exchange leaves for others! You can view my exchange list to see their names. Lola |
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HI, Lola, I sent you an email through the Garden Web as I would like to exchange. Thank you Joanne |
Most wanted? My desires are simple but very specific ... micro mini(s) with heavily white variegated leaves. Couldn't care less about the flowers. (Want them to add some color to my terrariums.) ;) |
So far the only one I've really been wanting is Flashy Trail and perhaps I would also like to find Anthoflores Rose again. It was a pink double with girl leaves (Anthoflores calls them "curly") and was a small, neat standard. It grew well. I have leaves to trade or baby plants when it gets warmer. Diana |
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Excited about your new tablet? Top tips to keep it safe and secure are: use some type of screen or passcode lock, run the latest version of the operating system and be mindful of your privacy and Cloud options.
Get the details from Chad Tilbury, who prepared this article that appeared in the December 2013 issue of OUCH! newsletter. More details about this author and the newsletter appear at the end of this article.
Your New Tablet
Congratulations on your new tablet. This technology is a powerful and convenient way to communicate with others, shop online, read, listen to music, game and perform a myriad of other activities. Since this new tool may become an important part of your daily life, we strongly encourage you to take some simple steps to help keep it safe and secure.
Securing Your Tablet
The first step is to set a passcode or some other screen locking mechanism. Tablets are easy to take wherever you go, which also means they are easy to lose or have stolen. To help prevent your information from falling into the wrong hands, be sure you lock your tablet screen with some type of hard-to-guess PIN, passcode or swiping motions. In newer devices, there may be some type of biometric authentication, such as a fingerprint reader. Use the strongest method your tablet supports, and be sure to set your tablet so that it locks automatically after a short idle time.
Next, update your tablet so it has the latest version of its operating system. Bad guys are constantly finding new weaknesses in software, and vendors are constantly releasing new updates and patches to fix them. By running the latest operating system, you make it harder for anyone to hack into your tablet.
Pay attention when configuring your tablet for the first time. The most important configuration choices will be your privacy and Cloud options. Privacy is about protecting your personal information. One of your tablet's biggest privacy issues is its ability to know and track your location. We recommend that you go into the privacy features and disable location tracking for everything, then enable it on an app-by-app basis. For some apps, it is important to be able to track your location (such as mapping software or finding a local restaurant near you), but the majority of apps do not need real-time location information.
The other important option is Cloud storage. Cloud services such as Apple's iCloud, Microsoft's Skydrive, Dropbox or Google Drive allow you to store your data on servers through the Internet. Most tablets have built-in options for automatically storing just about anything in the Cloud, including documents, pictures and videos. Think about the sensitivity of your data and decide whether it is appropriate to store it in the Cloud. Make sure you understand how your data will be protected (such as by a password) and how you can control who will have access to it. The last thing you want is for the private pictures you just took to be posted on the Internet without your knowledge, complete with their geo-location information embedded.
Be aware that tablets are increasingly synchronizing your apps with other devices, like your smartphone or laptop. This is common with many applications (including Google's Chrome), is pervasive in Windows 8 and is one of the most widely used features of iCloud. Device synchronization can be a wonderful feature, but if you have it enabled, don't be surprised to see the sites you visited or the tabs you created on your tablet's browser appear in your browser at work.
Keeping Your Tablet Secure
Once you have your tablet secured, you want to be sure it stays that way. Here are some simple steps for you to consider as you continue to use your tablet:
- Keep your tablet operating system and apps current and running their latest version. Many tablets now automatically update your apps, a feature we encourage you to enable.
- Do not jailbreak or hack into your own tablet. This will bypass and render a tremendous number of security controls useless, making your tablet far more vulnerable to attacks.
- Only download apps you need, and only download them from trusted sources. For iPads, this is simple as only downloading apps from iTunes. These apps are screened by Apple before they are made available. For Google, we recommend you limit your apps to those found on Google Play. While you can download apps from other sites, they are usually not vetted and could be created with malicious intent. Finally, regardless of where you got your app, we recommend you remove it from your tablet once you no longer need or actively use it.
- When installing a new app, make sure you review and set the privacy options, just like you did when initially configuring your new tablet. Be careful of what information you allow the app to access, or what you allow the app to do with that information. For example, does the app you just downloaded really need access to all of your contacts?
- Be sure to install or configure software that allows you to remotely track, lock or erase your tablet in case it is ever lost or stolen.
- Syncing Chrome:
http://www.techrepublic.com/blog/google-in-the-enterprise/chrome-sync-configure-once-work-everywhere/ - Dangers of Cloud Computing: http://www.businessnewsdaily.com/5215-dangers-cloud-computing.html
- Common Security Terms: http://www.securingthehuman.org/resources/security-terms
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Chad Tilbury is the guest editor of this issue. He has extensive experience investigating computer crimes and is the co-author of the FOR408 Windows Forensics and FOR508 Advanced Forensics and Incident Response classes at the SANS Institute. You can find him on Twitter as @chadtilbury, or on his blog, http://forensicmethods.com.
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Natural hazards continue to cause significant loss of life and have significant social and economic consequences for people in Asia and the Pacific. Yet, these losses are far from inevitable. There is a wide range of tools and mechanisms available to assess, reduce, and manage risk, covering a vast array of legislative, regulatory, policy, planning, institutional, financial, and capacity-building instruments. Moreover, there is increasing public awareness of the need to strengthen disaster resilience at all levels of society as a critical component of efforts to achieve sustainable socioeconomic development and poverty reduction.
This report offers an approach and ideas for reflection, inviting readers to consider how we can ensure that the actions that we know are required to strengthen resilience are actually taken. It is primarily aimed at investors in the public sphere, namely governments and their development partners.
'We hope this publication will inspire governments, in collaboration with their development partners, to paint their individual visions of a resilient future in keeping with their particular disaster risk and other development challenges.'
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The report is not a manual or handbook and deliberately does not present prescribed courses of action. Instead, it establishes a vision of a resilient future and equips investors with a framework and ideas to identify practical actions that will result in the realization of that vision.
The vision shows how resilience can be accomplished through the coordinated action of governments and their development partners in the private sector, civil society, and the international community. It stresses the interconnectedness and complementarity of possible actions to achieve resilience across a wide range of development policies, plans, legislation, sectors, and themes.
The report identifies eight critical next steps toward strengthened resilience, building on the gaps and challenges identified in the report:
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Planning For Storage
Once you've finalized your basic design, it's time to analyze your storage needs in each zone. The results of that analysis will drive the size & configuration of your cabinets and drawers.
The next step depends on the stage you are in the design/order process... You should now have a well-thought out and highly functional kitchen! Sample storage map: http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x108/Buehl/2008-2009 Remodel/Kitchen/20 Designs/Storage Plans/StorageMapping-CooktopWall.jpg This process and the resultant "map" will not only help you to "see" how things will fit, but the map will also help when you move back into the kitchen...you won't have to think about it, you'll be able to just put things away. It will also be a handy map for everyone to use when attempting to find things the first few weeks w/o having to open every drawer or door! Oh, and don't forget the Junk Drawer! Most people end up with one, so you may as well plan for it so you at least have control over where it's located! Common Zones, Appliances In That Zone, and Suggestions For What To Store There:
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Overlapping of Zones Due to space constraints, some zones often overlap. If this is the case in your kitchen, be sure there is enough work space in the overlap for both activities. Zones that commonly overlap...
Foods: Spices, Breads, Flours/Sugars, Teas/Coffees, Potatoes, Onions, Canned Goods, Dry Goods (rice, pasta, etc.), Cereals, Snacks Small Appliances: Toaster, Stand and/or Hand Mixer, Blender, Breadmaker, Toaster Oven, Food Processor, Crockpot, Waffle Iron, Electric Skillet, Coffeemaker, Coffee Grinder, Ricer, Steamer
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Do you use soy sauce? Soy baby formula? Soy milk? Or any products with soy in them-- like chocolate, which has soy lecithin? What are the dangers of soy? Family Life's Morning News Anchor Sarah Harnisch and Certified Natural Health Professional Brandee Gorsline interview Dr. Kayla Daniel, author of "The Whole Soy Story."
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Which soy products are good for you?
Organic and properly fermented soy is good for you. After a long fermentation process, the phytate and "anti-nutrient" levels of soybeans are reduced, and their beneficial properties become available to your digestive system. You may have heard that Japanese people live longer and have lower rates of cancer than Americans because they eat so much soy—but it's primarily fermented soy that they consume, and it's always been that way Fermented soy products are the only ones I recommend consuming. These are the primary fermented soy products you'll find:
Tempeh a fermented soybean cake with a firm texture and nutty, mushroom-like flavor.
Miso, a fermented soybean paste with a salty, buttery texture (commonly used in miso soup).
Natto, fermented soybeans with a sticky texture and strong, cheese-like flavor.
Soy sauce, which is traditionally made by fermenting soybeans, salt and enzymes; be wary because many varieties on the market today are made artificially using a chemical process.
Please note that tofu is NOT on this list. Tofu is not fermented, so is not among the soy foods I recommend.
This is a link to a safe soy sauce
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Hi FLN! I love your station, but am a little disturbed with the link to this dr. I went to her site and signed up to receive her emails and liked her on facebook. I was then sent a thanks for subscribing email with a link to her free 69 Naughty Bytes E-Book. Wow, is all I can say. Here is the link: http://drkaayladaniel.com/files/69-Naughty-Bytes.pdf I just think while she is trying to be funny, it is quite off color. Wasn't sure if you were aware of this. Thanks!
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Hi Jessica!
I apologize for her site-- I'm sure it's her PR team more than Dr. Daniel herself. She is an absolutely wonderful woman, and her book is definitely worth a scientific but easy read. We'll pull the link to her website down but leave the link to her book up so people have a strong resource. Thank you for posting this-- we appreciate it!
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Unless you've been living under a rock, you heard about the horrible bombings that occurred during the Boston Marathon a little over a month ago. The Candyland DJs were scheduled to perform at a show in Boston a few days after the bombings, but the promoter of the event was directly effected by the bombings and had to reschedule. They decided to try and figure out what they could do:
After hearing his story we decided to find a way to help. So with the help of our friend Stan SB we made "The Secret" which is available here.
100% of the proceeds will go to The One Fund Boston. If you like the song please help and donate to this charity that is giving back to those who lost so much.
Candyland will also be holding an online charity on Mixify tonight starting at 9PM, where you can also enter to win a VIP package that will include entry to win Camp Bisco tickets, a chance to meet Candyland, and tickets to see both Candyland and Bro Safari. Again, all proceeds go to The One Fund in Boston.