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Peanut Butter Cups
As I type my daughter is a few months into her third year. As is often the case with parents I put nothing else on this planet before her. She is everything. Every parent wants to protect their children from as many bad things as possible in this world. To that end we often turn to professionals for advice on when it is OK to do certain things. Take peanuts for example. The prevailing medical wisdom says that if nobody in your family has a history of allergies then you should wait until your child turns one year old before exposing them to peanuts. If you have a history of allergies you should wait until the child is at least three. Because neither my wife nor I have any known allergies we treated the arrival of our daughter's first taste of peanut butter with an unusual amount of excitement. Well, I did. Peanuts, peanut butter in particular, are a big deal to me. I find peanut butter delicious and combining chocolate with peanut butter is next-level stuff. The peanut butter cup is a triumph of taste and I am sure that achieving nirvana involves peanut butter at some point.
A few days after my daughter's first birthday my wife and I decided to give her a peanut butter cracker. We had waited the required amount of time recommended by the pediatrician and it was time for her to learn about another wonderful part of being alive. About 9 or 10 hours later when we left the emergency room we knew that peanuts and my beloved peanut butter would no longer be welcome in our home. After taking a bite of a peanut butter cracker our daughter had gone into anaphylactic shock.
In the two years since that scary day we have learned from allergists that she is allergic to several different types of nuts; peanuts, cashews, almonds, the list goes on. They also told us that she is not likely to outgrow the allergy as some children seem to do. C'mon. Really? Seriously? Cashews are better than peanuts!!! My daughter is never going to get to eat warm cashews. That's criminal.
And she will also never enjoy a peanut butter cup…
Imagine a life without peanut butter cups. Barring advances in medicine my daughter is faced with that reality. It's not something she was able to decide for herself, of course. How and why she is allergic to peanuts is a question I doubt she will ever have answered. But that's life and we all know about the fairness it lacks.
All of this peanut pondering started the other night when I saw a commercial for Reese's peanut butter cups. It was a reminder of my daughter's situation and, as is so often the case, I found myself translating that situation into issues facing the reptile community. Peanut butter cups have been denied to my daughter by circumstances that were beyond her control. But what about snakes? What is her future with reptiles?
Just last week she told me that she wanted to go "snakey finding with [me]" and that she would "help me find Kaa." Kaa, for those of you who were never young, is the snake from Jungle Book. Reptile-loving dad's out there will immediately recognize the coolness of such a shared moment with your child. Her statement created interesting emotions for me. At three, my daughter is beginning to develop an appreciation for reptiles. She is at the very beginning of a life which promises the opportunity to one day allow her to own the pet of her own choosing. I like the idea that she will one day include reptiles as part of her life but I respect her right to decide not to. What's more important to me than her choice of pet is her choice to have a pet. It is a decision that will be hers to make. But more and more each day I fear that my daughter is at the beginning of a life where people will eventually take that right away from her. As her father I can't let that happen.
My need to fight for my daughter's right to have the choice to one day be a responsible pet owner got me thinking about the "grassroots" efforts of the reptile community to fight all of this proposed legislation. Over the past few years there have seen several different pieces of proposed legislation, some federal and some state. One delegate in the House of Representatives described the grassroots response of the reptile community to HR 669 as a "buzz saw", meaning we got their attention and our voice was loudly heard. Through each piece of proposed legislation (the federal one's in particular) the community has become more aware and more organized. But are we also losing some steam? For my daughter's sake, I hope not. Each time the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) launches its next assault we see our email in-boxes and the Internet forums light up with calls to action. Each time we are told "now is the time to act" and "this is the biggest threat the reptile community has ever faced". We are asked to band together once again and call Senators and House delegates, to write letter and send emails. Unfortunately, the battle cry, "Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more", will not invoke a reaction forever.
How many times can we go to the well and conjure a concerted reaction from the reptile community? How long before we lose interest in the fight? There is a finite number of times that people are going to be willing to get involved. Most of us are, after all, just pet owners. You just want to share your life with an animal that brings you joy. Being a pet owner isn't supposed to require you to be a political activist. But more and more each day that is the way things seem to be heading. The assault on the rights of pet owners of all types is unrelenting, multi-faceted and hidden under the veil of false animal love. Nobody is going to fight for the rights of pet owners except pet owners. We can't afford to lose sight of that.
We have all been thrown curves in life. My daughter picked the short straw when it comes to being allergic to a long list of nuts. The burden our family has to bear is that we must spend the rest of our lives being vigilant, doing everything we can to avoid accidental exposure to peanuts. That job wasn't clearly defined in the job description of being a parent. I guess it falls into the category called "other duties as assigned" that we so often see in today's job descriptions. And so it also goes for pet owners; our decision to own a pet means we are accepting a responsibility to also fight for that right for ourselves and for our children.
Dig deep, snake lover. Dig deep. The fight is never going to end …until the day YOU stop fighting.
Colin Weaver
Homemade Apple Pie, Collateral Damage and the Humane Society
Am I a prone to making irrational statements and wild accusations? Maybe. Should I be accused of being clouded by bias, unable or unwilling to separate fact from fiction; the way the world is versus the way I want it to be? Perhaps. Are my words worthy of making you contemplate your perspectives? You probably don't know me well enough to say for sure. I might be a loon or maybe I'm one of the most lucid people you'll ever know.
After almost forty years on this planet I have long since learned that nobody likes a zealot. Zealots are tantamount to crazy people. People on the extreme end of any particular topic are typically discounted, written off. It's not too different from the way some teachers grade papers in college. She grades on a curve and starts by throwing out the highest and lowest scores to determine the scale upon which everyone else will be measured. If you are on the fringe you don't count. Too far right or too far left and your contribution is relegated to babble. In order to be taken seriously, to be listened to, you have to temper your passion. You cannot let emotion sway your judgment or the presentation of your ideas. Don't get me wrong, it's OK to be a zealot but you have to keep it a secret. If you don't and you get outed and people detect that you have an extreme position they will turn you off, block you out and dismiss the things you say.
Because some organizations are heavily infested with zealots they have spent most of their political capital. Their ability to sway larger portions of the population are all but lost. They have who they have but who they have isn't anyone they would not have had in the first place. Converts are few and opponents are many. Think about outfits like PETA, the ACLU, NORML, the NRA and GLAAD. Do you expect anybody from any of those groups to say anything that will surprise you? Probably not. There is nothing moderate about them. They are almost always too far to one extreme, unable and unwilling to listen, learn and perhaps most important, be modified. You see, zealots don't want to be swayed. They like what they believe and taking the time to understand, truly understand, what the other side says means they will be open to a new idea. Being open to a new idea means you are open to changing the one's you already have. That is too dangerous a proposition for a zealot.
I don't want to be a zealot. I'd rather not be written off. I write these words because I want them to be pondered. I would like to sway your opinion to be more closely aligned with mine. My words may not ultimately convince but I need them to give you pause; a moment when you are open to ideas that may differ from your own. That's my window, my opportunity.
Despite my conscious desire to want to avoid behaving like a zealot I sometimes get careless and say or write things that firmly plant me out on the edge, the place where crazy people hang out. I am, after all, a zealot in hiding. Sometimes I let my guard down and go rolling through crazy town, frothing at the mouth, wearing mascara, eating handfuls of dog food and screaming obscenities at nuns and small children. Well, maybe it's not that bad …I hope. For example, a few days ago I was talking to my accountant about the proposed ban on pythons. As we talked I explained how animal rights groups were behind the legislation and how it was their aim to end the ownership of exotic animals in the United States. My accountant was with me, nodding. Seeing that I had an agreeable audience I began to rant. Like Sly Stallone in Over The Top I flipped my hat around, kicked it up a notch and drove straight into crazy land. My passion for the topic got the best of me and I stepped up on my proverbial soap-box and began to explain to my accountant how it wasn't just exotics like pythons that the Humane Society of the United States wants to ban. I proclaimed, "The Humane Society of the United States wants to eliminate the rights of all Americans to be able to have a pet dog or cat, too! They want to completely end pet ownership of any kind and have a systematic, multi-year plan in play to make it happen!"
… Whoops! Wait! Hold up. Party foul! That, my friends, was the wrong thing to say. In the eyes of my accountant I could see very plainly that I had just crossed over into crazy-town (he actually rolled his eyes at me). By transforming into a zealot I had crapped out, spent my capital and completely lost my audience. Just moments before I had been a credible voice, full of insight, logic and reason. I was educating a fellow pet owner about the fear-based lies being spread by the HSUS about pythons in America. And just a sentence or two later, I was being discounted as a zealot. Damn, that was quick.
My failure to prove my larger point with my accountant sticks with me. I often reflect on the conversation and where I went wrong. My accountant has no interest in pythons and could ultimately care less what happens to them. He helps me add up how much money I lose breeding them year after year but that's about it. He does, however, have a dog. The thought that an organization like the HSUS is actually plotting to take away his right to own a dog is just too far of a stretch. He would tell me that banning dogs and cats was impossible. I might as well have started talking about alien abduction, parallel universes where evil Captain Kirk is real (an celibate), and how the Girl Scouts killed Jimmy Hoffa. You know, stuff crazy people say. In his world I went there. Proposing that dogs and cats were on the chopping block was too far a stretch.
So rather than writing something as far-fetched as what I said to my accountant, let me instead offer an end-around. I cannot come right out and tell the average person that the HSUS wants to ban the ownership of all pets in the United States. The idea is …crazy; something only an irrational zealot would say. So, for the moment, let's say that it is not true. I don't think it and I don't think you should either. All better now? Knowing that our dogs and cats are safe we are free to ponder the following interesting pieces of information.
- In our society it is generally accepted that things produced on a small scale are inherently better than things produced on a large scale. Homemade apple pie is always better than apple pie made in a large-scale baking facility. Despite the similarity in the ingredients the homemade apple pie is better because it is given personal attention and made with love. Large juggernaut operations, focused only on profit, can only make products inferior to those produced in Momma's kitchen. The corollary to the point above is that things produced on a large scale are somehow intrinsically bad. They are not of the same quality as things made on a small scale. For instance, if you choose to buy a purebred dog you are going to get a better quality one if you buy from a smaller scale breeder. Their animals are better. Better cared for, better quality, better, better, better. Really? Maybe. Maybe not.
- The devil often masquerades as an angel. In the movie The Usual Suspects Kevin Spacey's character says, "The greatest lie the devil ever told was to convince the world he didn't exist." During the masquerade the devil is kind, helpful, and gracious. He speaks in compelling half-truths that sound quite genuine. He gives you truth 90% of the time. With so much truth floating about it is effortless for you the buy into the other 10% (the lie). If you need additional perspective I recommend reading the Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis.
- There is a famous cautionary anecdote that suggests that a frog placed into hot water will immediately jump out but a frog placed in cool water will sit still as the temperature is gradually raised to a boil. Even though it is not true it can serve as a warning that if you are complacent you will find that your rights and freedoms can be taken away slowly, in seemingly painless pieces until the day you turn around and say, "Heeeyyyy?!?! What happened to all my rights?"
- In July 2009 the governor of Tennessee signed a "commercial breeder" bill for dogs and cats that requires any individual/business with more than 20 female animals to be licensed (and pay an annual fee) in the state. The real kicker is that the law also limits the total number of animals that any breeder can have to 75. Breeders who maintain larger populations are persecuted by the media (sometimes justifiably so) as being inhumane "puppy mills". I have never seen the media report on a great breeding facility. They only report on the bad ones. Well-run, clean breeding facilities are not newsworthy and the media is happy to let us, the zombified public, infer that all large dog breeding operations are abusive and inhumane puppy mills (Juggernaut-brand apple pies). The reaction of Tennessee dog breeders to this new legislation has been to A) move out of the state, B) reduce the number of breeding females to under 20 so they can avoid having to the pay fees and endure inspections or C) limit the size of their business to 75 animals. It is worthy to note that the HSUS was behind this bill and that they "partnered" with kennel clubs in Tennessee to craft the legislation. The HSUS convinced them that legislation was imminent and that it would be better for them to draft legislation of their own rather than having it come from somewhere else. Snake owners, please take a moment to see the parallels in this type of maneuvering by the HSUS. I can't seem to get the image of harakiri out of my head right now. Not sure why I'm thinking about that…
I see a few things that will come true because of this "commercial breeder" law:
- Haters of so-called puppy mills will celebrate because facilities with fewer animals are more likely to receive better care. That's true, isn't it? Smaller is better, right? Homemade apple pie versus Juggernaut-brand pies…
- Fans of the idea that there is a pet overpopulation problem will cheer because breeders will not be able to produce as many dogs, meaning more people may choose to adopt from shelters.
- There will be fewer pure-bred dogs produced. Owning one will become more difficult as the supply within the state decreases.
- Purebred dogs will become more expensive as breeders pass the additional costs on to their customers. They will also increase their prices to compensate for the reduced production capacity (evil commercial dog breeders have mortgages, too).
With the law now in effect in Tennessee it appears that efforts are being made (backed by HSUS) to again lower the maximum number of animals a breeder can keep. HSUS' top three skills are litigation, lobbying and legislation. With no real adversary on the battlefield it is likely they will be successful. When successful I can speculate that many breeders will get out of the dog breeding business. They will not be able to produce enough animals to make a living. This will further decrease the number of purebred dogs available which will cause animals rights activists to celebrate even more. And of course prices on purebred dogs will continue to rise as availability continues to decline.
The decrease in availability will be partially compensated for by individuals choosing to breed the family dog. The "backyard breeder" will breed his purebred dog and offer them into the marketplace. These dogs are [supposedly] better. They are produced by the smallest of the small breeders. What could be better than a breeding operation consisting of only two dogs? These puppies are homemade apple pie.
Enter mandatory spay/neuter laws. There are several areas around the United States that require you to spay/neuter your dogs and cats. If you choose not to you must pay an annual fine. Oops, I meant to write 'annual fee'. Not wanting yet another recurring bill many people will choose to spay/neuter their pets. In many areas of the country this can even be done for free (or close to it). We spay our animals because we love them, because it saves us money and because we are sometimes told that it is better for the long-term health of the animal. All three of these things are true. We also spay them because the HSUS says there is a pet overpopulation problem in America. Let me take a moment to remind you about the level of truth the devils tells while masquerading. Did you just swallow some lie with all of that truth?
Here is the question I want to ask you: If Tennessee is stage one of a planned national assault on the size of commercial dog breeders and spay/neuter laws continue to gain momentum, where is your next pet dog going to come from? Legislation forcing dog breeders to be smaller in size will mean that there are fewer dog breeders and less production. Mandatory spay/neuter laws mean you and your neighbors will not be able to breed your dogs to make more. Fewer and fewer dogs will be available. Is it possible that owning a dog will become unusual, perhaps limited to the more financially affluent portions of the population? You see, the HSUS doesn't have to introduce legislation that will ban the ownership of dogs in this country (we already established that doing so would be crazy); they can achieve the same result by gradually eliminating the ability produce them! The future inability to own a pet dog is the collateral damage. The HSUS is way too smart to go head-to-head with dog ownership. It will be far easier for them to take away little pieces here and there. Think about it. Thanks to the wonderful picture painted by the media most Americans applaud the idea of smaller commercial dog breeders. The truth we are being sold is that the animals will be treated more humanely. We are also buying mandatory spay/neuter laws for the reasons I mentioned earlier. Masquerade!!! By buying the supposed humane treatment of animals could you actually be buying the inability to own one in the future? Give it some thought.
I believe that the Humane Society of the United States is the single biggest threat to the rights of pet owners we will ever encounter. Their attacks on the outskirts of the the pet owning population are overt, brazen and direct. They want to flat out ban the ownership of pythons and boas. Such a seemingly small portion of the population is not worthy of tip-toeing around. We, the snake owners of America, are not large enough nor organized enough to have a voice that a Senator, who sits atop a pedestal constructed with HSUS money, can hear. Dog and cat owners, which number in the multiple millions are too large a voice to treat with such disregard. Dog and cat owners dwarf the HSUS many times over. They are wise not to wake a sleeping giant.
The only way the pet owning community in America is ever going to be safe against the cleverness and resilience of the Humane Society of the United States is to join together as a collective unit. Specialized associations are nice but cannot mount a fight that will equal that of the HSUS. We need (and have) an association of pet owners that are represented by one collective lobby; an organization that represents the millions of pet owners from one platform. That is an organization that can be powerful enough to take on the Humane Society. Divided, we fail. Reptile associations. Fail. Bird associations. Fail. Dog breeder associations. Fail. Fish keeper associations. Fail. Everybody joining a National Pet Association? That's power!
Under the banner of humane treatment the HSUS is running amok all around this country. They have got to be laughing at how easy their job is.
Colin Weaver
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In the late 60's I attended the Culinary Institute of America. When I was in my second year I knew that a career as a professional Chef wasn't for me. My love for cooking and baking was still in me, but I didn't think that I wanted to stand in a kitchen cooking everyday. During the early years after school I opened a restaurant and a bakery The bakery was very special to be. Each cake I made was designed especially for the client, but unfortunately the greater client?le wasn't ready to pay premium prices for an exquisite cake. It was the mid 70's and after the bakery closed I began working for Chicago's top social caterer. Within a few years I became Vice President of the firm. I love writing menus and creating new dishes, especially when I can serve large numbers of guests a dish that will taste as though it was made only for 6!.
In 1993 I moved to Arizona and decided to go to college. After seven years I earned a Master's of Fine Art Degree in Fiber at Arizona State University.
Now I am back in Illinois. I still love to cook, create and decorate tables, and buffets. The days before, during and after a planned dinner party are the best times. I create new food for a menu, cook, decorate, make new tablecloths and even listen to the music I want to play.
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I have always been in love with pastries, cakes, cookies and wonderful desserts. I wish the tortes or pastries could be calorie-free, but still I love making a whole torte just for the three of us.
My heritage is Scottish, German and Italian. My German grandmother handed down incredible recipes. Her daughter, my aunt continued passing on her recipes and then there is my mother. She understood when I was 8 or 9 that I had an interest in baking and cooking. Rather than ignoring this she said, after I ruined a cake, that if I wanted to learn she would teach me how to cook and bake! Those Saturday's were special. Their recipes are like a photo album and prompt memories of smells, tastes,techniques and family! In my own personal relationship I found a whole new world in Jewish cooking. Now I love nothing more than to prepare the dishes at Passover, or make Hamentachen, Imberlach, or roast a tender Brisket.
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I've received the HE-400 today, and I would say that my first impressions were not as great as yours. Something was wrong with them. To my ears the mids seemed veiled compared to the rest of the spectra, I heard voices like behind a thin wall. They were here but not clear and had no impact (especially vs the HD650).
After few hours (burned-in the whole afternoon), this feeling went off and it's a relief to be honest. :)
Imo, quality wise, the HE-400 are on par with my D7000 (except the bass) and I find them better than the HD650 overall (maybe the HD650 are smoother and more fun-sounding). That's only my point of view after few hours of listening.
The details are amazing, I've recognised instruments in a song that I've not been aware off before... (too bad I didn't find a link on youtube.)
Oh, and I'm amping them with the Burson HA-160D.
I hope I will have time to do a better review, and It will be a good training for my English ! :).


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Tigers Split Double-Header with Lawson State
BIRMINGHAM Coahoma Community Colleges baseball team got two solid pitching performances Tuesday afternoon but was only able to come away with victory on the road against Lawson State Community College. Freshmen pitchers Jonathon Oglesby (Senetobia, MS) and Talis Ulmer (Laurel, MS) gave solid efforts on the mound, with Oglesbys effort thwarted by errors in Game 1.
Coahoma dropped the first game 7-4, and picked up the win in Game 2, 7-2.
The Tigers defense committed six errors in the early contest while Oglesby gave up just 4 hits and two walks, and struck out two batters in 4 1/3 innings of work. The starting pitcher did not give up an earned run but the scoreboard showed the Cougars scoring six during his time on the mound. Sophomore Ray Williams (DLo, MS) pitched in relief giving up just one run during the final 2 and 2/3 innings.
In the nightcap, Ulmer pitched six strong innings and spreading out six hits and two walks while allowing just one earned runs. Freshman Corey OBrien (Boca Raton, FL) came in and earned the save throwing the final inning and striking out two Cougar hitters.
The Tigers (2-12) were led offensively by freshman catcher Hudson Ross (Southaven, MS) who was 4-of-6 from the plate (a single and two doubles) and picked up five RBIs. Freshman Matt Rappa (3-for-4, 2 walks) and sophomore Damario Brown (3-for-6, 1 walk and 1 hit by pitch) also had good days at the dish with Rappa (Red Banks, MS) driving in four runs and Brown (Laurel, MS) scoring three.
Coahoma is still struggling on the defensive side of the field, and will have to tighten up if they hope to compete in the competitive MACJC Conference.
We have a lot of freshmen on this years team, and right now were still waiting for some guys to step up and take some leadership positions, said Head Baseball Coach Kenny Strong. If we would have made routine plays against a lot of our early opponents, a handful of those games could have easily ended up as wins for us.
Our effort in the second game (Tuesday) was a lot better than the first, and I was really proud of our pitchers. Our starting pitching has been good all season. Weve got some guys that have thrown the ball well and deserved to win some games but weve let them down defensively. Hopefully well get our heads straight and come out and play like were capable this weekend and start the conference schedule off on the right foot.
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Commander In Chief, Not Commander Of Clicks
Promoted by Patrick.
I live and breathe the Internet and computers. Part of my job at Eyeblast TV is to convince conservatives that the Internet is the present and future marketplace for ideas in this information age. For more than two years, I wrote a blog about the impact of political blogs -- you can't get much more invested in all things online than that.
But the notion that the next president can't lead this country without knowing his way around a computer -- being spread by geeks on the left who will find any excuse to attack John McCain -- is ridiculous. The leader of the free world doesn't do diplomacy via e-mail or IM; he doesn't blog executive orders; and he doesn't negotiate with lawmakers in bytes and pixels.
It's true that the next president needs to understand computers and the Internet if he wants to communicate effectively in the modern world -- just as FDR understood and mastered radio and Ronald Reagan understood and mastered television. But it's not a prerequisite for doing the actual work of the presidency. Maybe some day but not now.
The next president's most important role -- every president's most important role -- will be to serve as commander-in-chief. It's far more important that he actually know something about the military than about the mouse on his desk.
Yes, But...
Fair point Danny, but as Garrett Graff has argued, "As a nation, we wouldn't tolerate such ignorance about any other area of policymaking."
Graff continues: "Answering a campaign-trail question earlier this year, Mitt Romney, the former entrepreneur whose high-tech background should make him the best-informed candidate, didn't seem to know the difference between the video-sharing Web site YouTube (then the fourth most popular site in the world, according to Alexa.com) and MySpace, the social networking site (then ranked sixth). What if John Edwards had shown that he didn't know the difference between Indonesia, the fourth most populous country, and Pakistan, the sixth most populous? Or the difference between Chevron, No. 4 on the Fortune 500 list, and No. 6 General Electric?"
This is why questions about technological literacy, while not as important as nuclear proliferation, still merit attention (and why I asked John McCain if he knew the difference between MySpace and YouTube).
I agree with Jonathan
Part of the problem with Danny's analysis, I think, is that he's thinking of the internet only as a communications tool. But it is way, way more than that, and understanding it at at least a rudimentary level is pretty important to understanding what 21st century commerce, science, and even the military will be like -- especially in an age of asymmetric warfare. It seems to me that, considering this entirely in the abstract, we really might prefer a commander-in-chief who has a deep understanding of modern information technology over one who has a deep understanding about tanks and jets. (Which is not to say that we have any reason to think that Obama has anything like a deep understanding of the former.)
I could not agree more. . .
. . .with you. A couple of years ago, I was convinced that there was no way that a man could be elected president without a coherent cyber security (for lack of a better term) plan. The amount of money that is stripped from the economy due to both government and private enterprise back-filling holes in internet security was obscene then. I'm sure it's not the least bit better now, and would bet the farm (or someone else's) that it's even worse.
I think there's an opportunity here for the GOP to make cyber security an issue, at least in the near future, if not now. It would demonstrate a degree of modernity, and I think there's an overall sense among the voting public that conservatives are deeply lacking in that area.
A lot of other arguments...
The Internet is a major driver of the US economy. Jobs being added, directly and indirectly, due to expansion of telecom services and broadband are a large percentage of net new jobs added in the last 7 years. That's a major piece of the US economy directly tied to the Internet.
Yet your argument is it's just a communcations tool, so he doesn't have to get it.
If your understanding of manufacturing was so fundametally flawed that you didn't know the difference between auto manufacturers and appliance manufacturers, that would be a problem. Yet we are willing to write off ignorance of a vast section of the economy and the players that operate in that space as a quirk of age or of "not using the product."
There is no way his political advisors would allow him to go out there and talk about Maytag and Ford in the same sentence if he didn't fudamentally understand the difference between the two. For that matter, they wouldn't let him confuse ABC, NBC and CBS (other communications vehicles). But forgiving his ignorance of major players in the Internet space is ok?
To Walt's point, there is also a huge national security implication to protecting our technology infrastructure. That speaks directly to McCain's main selling point.
Republicans are also huge proponents of tough-on-crime candidates. Well, crime, in the form of identity theft, phishing, etc, is a considerable problem. More and more crime is moving online from distribution of kiddie porn to the coordination of terrorist activities. His ability to understanding the Internet is important unless you want a President whose eyes glaze over when getting an assessment from the FBI about cyber-crimes and efforts to crack down on those activities.
Understanding the internet is not simply understanding how the Internet can be used to disseminate a campaign message. It's about understanding that the Internet is becoming the undercurrent for our lives.
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McCain was chair of the Senate Commerce Committee, which has jurisdiction over the Internet and FCC. Then again, so was Ted Stevens, and he brought us the now infamous "Series of Tubes".
At the very least
McCain's admitted inability to use the basic tool of Americans under the age of forty plays into an opposing campaign theme of his being too old to lead into the future.
It will be interesting to see whether this issue hurts him among younger voters.
If it does end up being used against him, it's hard to imagine a defense for this personal limitation, since it is a modern skill, like driving a car, that is usually taken for granted.
Internet vs foreign policy
Interesting. People are blasting McCain for saying he computer illiterate. In fact, it may be just good politics since older people vote. However, I think those complaining about McCain should have a bigger problem with Obama who thinks there are 57 states and keeps making foreign policy gaffs.


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I just received a gift "dish garden" that contains a Red Prayer Plant and a Diffenbachia. Anyone know if either of these would survive in shade in the ground in zone 8b? |
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- Posted by tamivileine z8b OS,MS, US (My Page) on Thu, Aug 3, 06 at 9:34
Until winter, yes. Treat as annuals or dig 'em up |
I threw some old Maranta out onto the compost pile last year and its growing out there now. Its smaller than it was but definitely survived the winter. I think it went dormant then came back. Its under the canopy of a large Beautyberry. I was surprised. |
So there's hope. Hmmm. I have two so perhaps I'll leave one out with lots of mulch and bring one in when the time comes. Hedge the bet, so to speak. Thanks for both replies! |
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Jay Cross helps people work and live smarter. Jay is the Johnny Appleseed of informal learning. He wrote the book on it. He was the first person to use the term eLearning on the web. He has challenged conventional wisdom about how adults learn since designing the first business degree program offered by the University of Phoenix.
On Thursday 16th December the Internet Time Alliance is conducting a day-long retreat in London to help senior managers prepare for the opportunities and challenges they will face next year.
Jay Cross, Jane Hart, Clark Quinn, Harold Jarche, Charles Jennings
In this private session, we discuss our latest thinking on what's important in:
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I became involved with the Brendan B. McGinnisCongenital CMV Foundation because I too, have a son who is disabled due to the virus. I have participated for 4 years in the annual Walk-n-Rollathon in the Atlanta area and organized it this past year. My son is 29 years old and there was very little information available at the time of his diagnosis and for many years. The community outreach and educating the public is so important. Tracy is doing a wonderful service for the community by working to make the public aware of CMV and to raise donations to support research for a vaccine.
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This image depicts sister Orishas, Yemaya and Ochun, holding hands against the background of Yemaya's ocean domain. Yemaya is pictured as a mermaid to since her home is in the ocean. Ochun is dressed in her color, yellow. Together they swim towards the sun which Yemaya caresses. The sun creates the form of a nipple on the breast of a female torso. The other breast is adorned with a peacock feather, a symbol of Ochun. This design was used by El Diario/ La Prensa in their 2003 Latina Destacada/ distinguished Latinas celebration.
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Hello, we have a climbing-vine weed that has long been a terror in our yard. It is such a nuissance that I figured there must be so many people with it that it would be easy to find. Yet we have been as yet unable to identify it. It doesn't match any of the climbing nightshades, bindweeds, strangleweeds, dodders, or anything else we've found. It has a very simple, heart-shaped dark green leaf and the tip of the vine sometimes sports tiny purple star-shaped flowers (of which I was unable to get a good photo, but the flowers are no bigger than 1/4 inch across).
Anyway, this weed grows near the base of shrubs, lilacs, other woody plants and bushes and twines itself around the branches, and eventually kills (or seriously emaciates) its host, depending on how large and robust the shrub is. |
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It looks like Strangling Dog Vine to me -- a real pest. Joanne |
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Thanks, Joanne! With that name we were able to do some more searching, for those interested... it is also known as "pale swallow-wort". www.swallow-wort.com Karl and Cherisse |
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5 su dicembre 06, 2014
Beautiful, historic, and our hosts were wonderful people. We'd love to return!
5 su novembre 25, 2014
The Boxwood Inn is a turn-of-the-century gem! Fine antiques, grand staircase, tall ceilings, warm parlors, and impeccable rooms. My husband & I were privileged to stay here. George & Susie are the new owners at this Inn, and are lovingly restoring the property to original condition. It is a spacious facility well-suited to small weddings & romantic retreats. Our breakfast was delicious & plentiful (Paula Dean style). Can't say enough good things about The Boxwood Inn or the new owners. Pete & Colleen
4,6 su ottobre 21, 2014
Loved this place! Just what I was looking for in a b&b. Charming, clean and cozy. Would stay there again.
4,4 su aprile 18, 2014
My daughter and I recently stayed at this lovely B and B while on a college tour. Kathy and Derrick were wonderful hosts, and Josh took particular care of us at breakfast, remembering my gluten issues. It was delicious! It was a true treat to stay in a historical home. Thank you! We look forward to our next visit.
3,2 su novembre 24, 2013
The people there were very nice but was a little disappointed in the cost for the lodging. The place is cute and historical but somewhat rough looking on the outside.
4,6 su novembre 12, 2013
We enjoyed a great night at Boxwood Inn! They were incredibly accommodating--we were late arrivals and early risers, and were completely flexible with us, not to mention kind and welcoming. Our room was lovely and very comfortable. Note, however, that the inn is very close to train tracks, and we were woken a few times throughout the night by a passing train. It didn't bother us, but it's something to keep in mind if you have trouble falling back asleep once awake.
5 su ottobre 15, 2013
Cathy& family did a great job w/ my nieces reception! The food was great! Breakfast was great! Only thing I would say is when serving waffle or pancakes bring out a gravy dish so that we can put as much or as we like! Love this place! Lots of history here.
4,4 su settembre 08, 2013
We recently stayed while visiting a son in the area. The hosts were delightful and oh so thoughtful. The inn itself is an older building and is more comfortable than modern or upscale. Everything was available for our comfort and ease of stay and the breakfasts were amazing. Lots of interesting history in the building and the area.
Risposta del proprietario
We are very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us! We enjoyed having you and we hope to see you again very soon!
4,4 su agosto 17, 2013
Lovely area and hosts were most accommodating . Building exterior could use a little TLC but rooms and food were excellent. The Millers/Wexford,PA
Risposta del proprietario
Thank you for visiting us at the Boxwood Inn! We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again very soon!
5 su agosto 04, 2013
Across the railroad tracks from the first steam engine to rumble into Newport News in 1896, the Boxwood Inn has been around for a long time. Once the center of civic and commercial activity in Newport News, the 21-room housed a post office, a general store and the hall of records. There are rap-around porches, and peaceful grounds. Breakfasts were delicious. We had: - Apple walnut waffles with fresh sausage - Fresh garden frittata with fresh garden onions, sweet peppers, spinach, and a homemade brochette, with ham and homemade biscuits - Cranberry orange French toast with a cranberry orange syrup and fresh whipped cream, and bacon Inn-keeper Kathy's offered us a free upgrade to a suite. We had a bedroom, small sitting room and three-quarter bath. No less than 15 ghosts have been "documented" to enjoy the Boxwood Inn. This is the heart of Baptist country, so the Boxwood Inn doesn't emphasized its undead denizens on its website... but they regularly hold paranormal evenings. Kathy hears footsteps going up and down the stairs all the time, voices quietly singing or humming, and once as she was interacting with business people, someone was pulling the hair on the back of her head. So back to the reference to My Cousin Vinny; the wonderful comedy with Joe Pesci and the luscious Marisa Tomei. Vinny is successively awakened at the crack of dawn by a lumber mill steam whistle, and delivery of hogs, and then twice by a train rushing by. Well, the Boxwood Inn is perhaps 150 feet from some active railroad tracks, and each time the train rumbles by, it is obliged by law to sound its horn. If you love this sort of thing, and the wonderful rumble of the railroad cars, it is just yet more of the marvelous character of this place. If however you are a light sleeper and don't want to be awakened in the morning, this place may not be the place for you. (Note, reading all of the guest book entries, we never saw a single criticism of the trains.)
Risposta del proprietario
Thank you very much for your great review of our inn! We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us; we enjoyed your visit as well! We are glad that you enjoyed your breakfasts! Thank you again and we (and our "long-term guests") hope to see you again soon!
5 su marzo 06, 2013
This was our 2nd visit to the Boxwood Inn and I can honestly say the experience was just as pleasant if not better! I only say better because we knew what to expect and was delighted that nothing in terms of hospitality and service had changed. In fact, it was better! My husband and I were looking for a quiet evening in to catch up on much needed rest and alone time. We got both. We called ahead the day before and asked that a homemade Italian meal be prepared for us by their in-house chef who just happens to be the Innkeeper's son. He prepared a meal for us our first visit and we could barely wait to taste his next one. It was delicious. Better than anything I have ever had in a restaurant. It's obvious that he has pride in his cooking as well he should. He is very talented. You can even go for just a meal without staying. But, I would recommend you do both. It somehow completes the experience when you are able to walk down the stairs from your own room, be seated next to a warm fireplace and served a meal fit for the God! Do yourself a favor and have a night or two away at a place where comfort and hospitality are what Ms, Kathy and Mr. Derek strive for and succeed on every level!
Risposta del proprietario
Thank you for your very kind words! We are very happy to hear that you had such a wonderful and relaxing time at our inn! It was absolutely our pleasure! We look forward to seeing you both again very soon!
5 su ottobre 15, 2008
This is a very nice Inn, Barbara and Bob are simply the best. The food is outstanding and her culinary skills and talents did not go unnoticed. The Inn and the grounds are to die for, and the price is right. You will not be disappointed if you stay here I promise.
5 su agosto 02, 2008
My husband and I have stayed here 3 times and each time it is always such a delight!!! The food is outstanding, wonderful hospitality and the rooms beautiful. We always recommend this place to friends. And they love it too. Their couples friday night package is the best deal on the East Coast! Enjoy! We did!
5 su luglio 22, 2008
Barbara was an amazing hostess at a beautiful inn! We took advantage of her teacher's discount to spend a couple of nights and were treated like royality. The outstanding breakfasts of pancakes with strawberries, bananas and ice cream and monte cristo were delicious! It is a little off the main drag, but that is part of the charm. Don't miss this one!
4,0 su giugno 08, 2008
I would recommend this bed and breakfast to anyone or everyone. The food was to die for and the southern hospitality was the best. My husband and I felt like we were home.
5 su aprile 19, 2008
While on Buisness trip stayed at the Boxwood Inn, the food was delicious...the lemonaide was the best ever. The Innkeeper was fabulous she went above and beyond the call of duty. THANK YOU for a wonderful stay.
5 su aprile 17, 2007
It was a wonderful stay close to home, yet it felt like we were miles away. It was truly and excellent place that made us feel extra special. It was a perfect romantic getaway that we needed after my husband came home from Iraq.


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Driven Movie Review
May 16, 2001It's full of fast cars and beautiful people but it's also overflowing with cheesy dialogue. Thinking of checking out Driven? I say keep on drivin' - right past the movie theater.
Will Kids Without Calculators Be Smarter?
May 31, 2001The math skills of kids in every level of school aren't making some people happy. The solution? Banning calculators from the classroom. Can you imagine math class without your calculator?
Cheese Chase Tradition
May 30, 2001Every year on May 22 people in England chase a large chunk of cheese down a very steep hill. It's not a pretty picture - people end up bleeding and injured as they chase after cheese.
Soccer Headers
May 18, 2001You may have noticed that a few kids are wearing some sort of silly looking, padded hat or bandana on their head when they play soccer. It's supposed to protect their head. Head gear for soccer?
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May 17, 2001If you're looking for all the secrets, surprises, bonuses and extra levels for Super Smash Brothers you've come to the right place. Check out how to unlock everything for this crazy game.
Stone Temple Pilots Biography
May 18, 2001A few years ago Scott Weiland, of STP, was giving Robert Downey Jr. competition in the substance abuse department. Unlike Robert, he's been able to get himself together to finish a project.
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May 18, 2001Companies are snatching up movies and TV shows, making them into hot new games. Everything from The Simpsons to The Mummy. Check out the latest, including who's behind The Matrix game.
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May 22, 2001If you're into music I suggest checking out the latest music DVDs hitting your local electronic stores. DVDs aren't just about movies anymore. Musicians are getting in on the action too.
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May 18, 2001The Mummy Returns is supposed to be bigger and better than the original. Wondering if it measures up? Tommy and Peter have posted opinions on the original and the sequel. Check it out!
Game Piracy
May 22, 2001Piracy = free games right? No way! Piracy = theft. You can get in trouble for it. Piracy also trashes companies and ruins good games. Check this out, you'll see that piracy isn't worth it.


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Last Tuesday the Winona Citizen's Environmental Quality Committee (EQC) recommended that the city conduct air quality monitoring at frac sand facilities while it waits to see how and whether the state will regulate silica dust. The EQC recommendations call for the city to hire air quality monitoring consultants to conduct monitoring of silica dust at all mines, processing and shipping sites. The EQC recommends that these consultants be hired by the city but that the respective companies be billed for the work.
A quote given to the city by an air quality consultant estimated that year-long monitoring for one site would cost more than $46,000. Assistant City Planner Carlos Espinosa said that, if enacted, air quality monitoring regulations would probably take the form of changes to the performance standards in the zoning code. Such a change, he said, would apply to both new and existing businesses anywhere in the city.
The impetus for monitoring is health concerns about silica dust particles that are four micrometers in diameter or smaller (PM4), which are listed as carcinogens by the Occupational Safety and Health Authority (OSHA) and the World Health Organization (WHO). Another potential risk of silica dust of that small, respirable size is silicosis, the formation of debilitating scars on the lungs caused by silica dust. Based on his research of the issue, Espinosa explained, "What health experts are saying is that PM4 [silica] particles are where the most critical toxic effects for silicosis and cancer are thought to occur."
The committee also recommended that the city conduct baseline monitoring of particulate matter that is 2.5 micrometers in diameter or smaller (PM2.5) along city truck routes. Dr. Holly Lenz championed this recommendation, which is aimed at providing a baseline for comparing levels of diesel fumes in the air along truck routes. The WHO also lists diesel fumes as a carcinogen, concerned citizens have often pointed out. Lenz explained that when it comes to diesel fumes, PM2.5 is the size to be concerned about. City Council members discussed requiring monitoring of diesel fumes in tandem with requirements for silica dust; however, the monitoring of diesel fumes was dropped from the air quality monitoring proposal by council member Pam Eyden, who made the proposal, after other councillors objected.
A baseline refers to preexisting levels of particulate matter against which future changes in levels can be compared. Lenz and her fellow committee members recommended such monitoring in order to measure any increase in diesel fumes given off by increased truck traffic from frac sand facilities.
The committee recommended using the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) as a resource in conducting interim monitoring. The first point in their recommendation states that "a final decision on air quality monitoring standards should be determined by the MPCA." Committee members proposed adding language to specify that this recommendation was in tandem with a recommendation that city-run, interim monitoring should nevertheless begin as soon as possible. Espinosa advised the committee that this point was already included in separate recommendations.
In initial advice and briefings prepared for the EQC, city staff recommended waiting for the MPCA to decide how to regulate silica dust. That sentiment was also voiced by several members of the Planning Commission when the commission referred the issue to the EQC in April. Conversely, the Winona City Council called for "preemptive" action rather than waiting for state regulation when it referred the issue to the Planning Commission in March.
The Planning Commission is expected to take up the issue in two weeks and provide its recommendation to the council for a final decision this summer.
The EQC's recommendations are:
1. We recommend monitoring [of ambient, airborne silica dust] but defer to the MPCA for protocols, expertise, and resources. A final decision on air quality monitoring standards should be determined by the MPCA.
2. The city of Winona should conduct interim monitoring of crystalline silica if action to commence monitoring is not immediately available from the MPCA.
3. Interim monitoring should commence as soon as possible and use an annual average of 3 micrograms per cubic meter PM4 as a limit for ambient crystalline silica exposure at facilities.
4. Any firm hired to complete interim monitoring should be selected and hired by the city of Winona in consultation with the MPCA.
5. Any cost associated with monitoring should be paid by the industry.
6. Interim monitoring should also include baseline PM2.5 monitoring along truck routes.


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We all have a fitness buff friend, right? You know the type. She jogs on her lunch breaks. She has a favorite treadmill at the gym. She never changes out of her yoga pants but somehow it totally works for her. Here are 10 sporty gifts her healthy little heart desires...
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It may look like part of the Matrix, but it's actually a high-tech ceiling light design!
The fixture combines rows of LED lights (including the color LEDs pictured here) along with four halogen bulbs. The LEDs can be run in a variety of sequences, and can be combined with the halogens as desired.
We've posted a video about it on the light's product page; just click the link to visit the page and view the video. Light Show LED and Halogen Ceiling Fixture. Or browse all our LED lighting. Look to see more of use of LEDs in ceiling lights and fixtures in the future.
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Dark Sky lighting refers to outdoor fixtures and light plans that mitigate nighttime light pollution. We spoke with James Hanna, policy research Intern at the International Dark Sky Association, about the group's work promoting "Dark Sky" lighting and what that means for home owners.
Q: When was the International Dark Sky Association formed?
The International Dark Sky Association (IDA) was formed, and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, in 1988 by Dr. David L. Crawford and his colleague Dr. Tim Hunter.
The IDA has since grown to become a multinational collaboration of doctors, researchers, scientists, advocates, members, and volunteers who have made it the instrumental association in the fight against light pollution and its detrimental effects on our world.
Q: Tell us a little bit about the association's work and goals.
The IDA's mission statement is "To preserve and protect the nighttime environment and our heritage of dark skies through environmentally responsible outdoor lighting." This may seem like a rather simple statement but it encompasses a vast range of programs.
The association promotes and organizes research, education, legislation, and products that seek to preserve and improve human, environmental, and scientific well being, all of which is negatively impacted by an excess of artificial light at night. Thus, the goal of the IDA is not to turn off the lights of the world, but to put them to better, more meaningful and less impactful use.
Q: What are some of the major impacts, for both nature and mankind, of light pollution?
Poor lighting at night can threaten the foraging, mating, and migratory behaviors of a multitude of species in all ecosystems by offsetting the delicate balance of night and day that all living things depend upon for survival and a healthy existence. For plants and animals of all sorts this may mean excess predation or a lack there of, habitat destruction, the inability to successfully reproduce, disruptions in migratory or growth patterns, and in some cases eventual extinction if some sort of intervention is not made.
Humans face a similar situation due to how our circadian rhythm (our biological clock that is evolutionarily set to a 24 hour cycle of light and dark) directly influences our mental and physical health. Disruptions in this rhythm, linked to excess light at a time when our bodies most need darkness for rest and recovery lead to chronic disorders and afflictions.
Furthermore, there is the detrimental impact light at night has on our astronomical and scientific observations as well as issues of safety related to excess glare on roads. All this, in addition to the 2.2 billion dollars and 14.7 million metric tons of carbon dioxide expelled into the atmosphere annually due to the electricity wasted by excessive outdoor lighting. (Editor's note 7-14-09: the above figures have been updated. See comment for more info.)
Q: Describe how your work tries to influence commercial and local government policy.
The IDA aims to influence both commercial and local government policy through its programs of light pollution research, education, and dark sky friendly product promotion. The association keeps up to date with all research on the field of light pollution and its effects, as well as sponsoring pioneering new studies.
It then presents these findings to commercial institutions as well as city, state, and national governments in the form of requests for change, proposed legislation, and ordinance applications.
All proposals and requests are closely monitored and continually negotiated to achieve the best possible outcome for all parties involved.
The IDA makes it a point to not only discuss any and all problems, but to also offer solutions by providing information about cost, energy, and environmental savings benefits. Information on where and how to obtain lighting products that meet the needs of both the institution and the environment is also made available. In addition there are examples of how to execute these proposed improvements.
Q: "Dark Sky ordinances" have been passed in municipalities; describe for us how those work and where they?ve been successful.
"Dark Sky ordinances" and acts of legislation can and have taken many different forms, and are usually based upon the primary reason a particular locale has decided to adopt them.
In the case of the state of California, the dark sky ordinances put in place there revolve primarily around the need to increase nighttime visibility on roadways by reducing glare from streetlights and advertising. This was achieved through the implementation of fully shielded and strategically located roadway and signage lighting.
In Florida though, the initial concern was the preservation of mating habits of endangered sea turtles. Thus that states ordinances revolve around reduction of nighttime lighting from all sources on and near beaches where hatchlings emerge. There are many more examples from cities, states, and countries available on our website, the International Dark-Sky Association.
Though the reasons for enacting dark sky regulations vary from place to place, in general the results are positive. Furthermore, the enacting of any dark sky regulation has a synergistic effect, paving the way for more and better lighting policies, and acting as an impetus for continued improvement of the quality of our nighttime environment.
Tomorrow: In part 2, we learn about Dark Sky outdoor light design for homeowners.
Here's part 2 of our talk with Tim Haley from our Lighting Design and Specification Services team.
Q: Give us an example from a recent job of how you've helped on a development project.Typically I'm presented with a project where very little quality time has been expended reviewing the specs and product choices.
A recent example was a student housing facility near a major campus with 250 multi family units.
The light fixtures were specified by the engineer and architect. There was no financial review associated with this specification, so that when the product went out to bid, it came back far in excess of the planned budget.
I was able, with the owner's interest, to redesign the lighting and value engineer new product specs that cut the proposed cost nearly by half. This while still concentrating on the key areas of aesthetics, safety and energy consumption.
Q: What about product procurement? Right, we can help there as well. A lot of architects and firms are at the mercy at their local commercial rep agencies.
These agencies have a vested interest in specifying product from companies they represent. The problem is that these products may not be the correct application for the job.
This is where the value engineering comes into play – plus our ability to design or source custom product for a job.
Q: In your opinion, what's the biggest challenge facing the building community today?Financing and credit is a huge hurdle for any development. Lots of projects on the books are appraised for far less now than they were a year or two ago. We can help in certain areas to save money and lower overall project costs.
Q: What's next for your team? Our mission is to help owners/developers achieve successful lighting on their projects.
We represent a new resource they may not have had in their local markets. To do that, we're really looking to expand the reach of our services to the Web.
We recently got a response to our Lamps Plus Professionals e-mail from an architect in New Mexico who does tenant improvement projects.
She talked about how lighting is always the last thing discussed on a project, and that often she's stuck using specified product that's not appropriate.
We think we can help by providing an outside resource to review product.
Q: Thanks, Tim! If readers are interested, how can they get in contact with you? Just give us a call at 1-800-304-8120 or e-mail us from our Lamps Plus Professionals page.
In this case not only your reflection, but also a ring of LED lights that helps create the impresion of light that appears to stretch to infinity.
Hence the product name: Infinite Way LED Light Infinity Wall Mirror.
Very trippy and very fun.
For product that's less far out, browse our full wall mirrors collection.
We've recently added a number of fine art prints (in our wall art category) from the Walt Disney Signature Collection.
These prints are based on elements of classic Walt Disney movie art, animation cels and sketches, and come beautifully framed. Each has a plaque of authenticity and a print code on the back.
They're not your typical Disney product, but they are very grown up and very beautiful. Take a look for yourself: Disney wall art.
Post update: The Disney wall art collection is no longer available. Use one of the links above to browse our latest art designs.
Here's Part 2 of our conversation with policy research Intern James Hanna from the International Dark Sky Association. In this section we focus on Dark Sky lighting for homeowners.
Q: What qualifies as a Dark Sky residential outdoor fixture?
Essentially a dark sky friendly outdoor residential fixture is one that is also "good neighbor" friendly. Good neighbor friendly fixtures aim to reduce intrusive light on a neighbor's property by limiting light pollution sources such as glare, light trespass, and skyglow.
Many people feel that just because a fixture is under an eave or porch, the fixture is automatically dark sky friendly because it doesn't shine any light up.
Well, these fixtures can, and often are, the worst offenders when it comes to good neighbor lighting practices since they almost certainly cause glare and trespass.
Residential lighting should be shielded, so that the light source cannot be seen, low luminance levels (low light output), and use an energy efficient bulb. Also, the light should only be used to illuminate the necessary area.
That's not to say that you shouldn't have landscape lighting or architectural lighting, but consider placing these light sources on timers or motion sensor, so that late at night when no one needs the light to see, the lights are turned off.
In addition, IDA recommends including a porch light/door light that properly allows the resident to view and identify a visitor through a peephole.
If this cannot be accomplished with a fully shielded fixture, we recommend a low level semi-translucent luminaire face with a lamp output of under 1000 lumens (approximately 60 Watts Incandescent and 13-15 Watts Compact Fluorescent). IDA has a Good Neighbor Lighting concept practical guide (opens in PDF form) with more information.
Q: For the typical home owner, what are some of the common mistakes made when lighting their property?
The most prevalent mistake made by home owners is the over lighting of their property.
This can be due to a desire for a particular aesthetic appeal, or the perceived need for security.
In actuality, though, a more controlled, less intense and evenly illuminated light scheme, can actually fulfill both of these desires. This is truly one where less is really more.
First, light of a carefully directed (preferably downward) nature can better show off the architectural style and structure of a home in order to play up particularly appealing aspects, and downplay others that may be less so.
Second, greater amounts of light does not mean greater amounts of security, it often simply provides the feeling of it.
Well placed, downward aimed lighting of a minimal nature can easily illuminate pathways, and doorways, as well as landscapes in a way that does not wash out details, induce glare,or leave dark zones on the perimeters of lighted areas.
Combined, these techniques may make it easier to spot a security threat or obstacle than in a brightly floodlit area.
In addition, the use of motion detectors supplies an additional layer of security as the lights draw attention to an otherwise dark area.
Furthermore these controlled lighting schemes are less invasive towards neighbors, who one aims to impress with their tasteful and considerate lighting as well as relies upon to keep watch of a property from the exterior.
Q: What recommendations do you have for home owners to lessen their impact on the nighttime skies?
The simplest way a homeowner can lessen their impact upon the nighttime skies is to turn off all unnecessary lighting at night. Next a homeowner can choose to replace high wattage, overly bright light bulbs, with those of a more efficient and application appropriate nature.
Ideally though, a homeowner can decided to make the maximum positive impact upon the nighttime environment by replacing or retrofitting all existing outdoor fixtures with either lighting covers, or dark sky friendly fixtures, both of which control light in a way that reduces glare, light trespass, and skyglow.
Q: Are there any considerations with "aging eye" older home owners and Dark Sky lighting?
The considerations that must be made for the aging eyes of older homeowners are actually well addressed by dark sky friendly lighting fixtures. As the human eye ages it becomes far more sensitive to bright light and takes more time to adapt between light and dark conditions.
So, existing floodlighting on a homes' exterior, as well as other overly bright and glaring lighting, can actually make it harder for an elderly individual to discern obstacles and other features of the outdoor environment at night.
Thereby, the implementation of lower wattage, less intense lighting, and shielded fixtures will in fact make it far easier for these home owners to observe their property safely and accurately at night.
Q: How can Dark Sky lighting and home security work together?
As mentioned above, dark sky lighting can actually allow properties to be more secure than they would be with many traditional forms of lighting.
The more directed, accurate, and less invasive light, that is cast by dark sky friendly fixtures illuminates only what needs to be, allowing for the quick discernment of threats through a lack of glare and heavy shadowing at the perimeter of overly lit areas.
Further information on well designed nighttime lighting which enhances safety can be found on our website here: Dark Sky Safety Brochure (opens in PDF form).
Thanks to James and all at the International Dark Sky Association for their input! Let us know if you have any questions or feedback.
Here's an interesting New York Times article about new research on incandescent bulbs.
"For lighting researchers involved in trying to save the incandescent bulb, the goal is to come up with one that matches the energy savings of fluorescent bulbs while keeping the qualities that many consumers seem to like in incandescents, like the color of the light and the ease of using them with dimmers."
Incandescent Bulbs Return to the Cutting Edge
Actually, it's not a coat rack. In fact it's a very cool torchiere floor lamp design.
The lamp is fashioned from slat-like pieces of bent wood with the light source concealed in the center.
A dimmer lets you easily set the lighting output.
Maybe it's more sculpture than lamp!
The Flow Torchiere Floor Lamp.
Post Update 10-2-11: this design sold out and is not currently available. Take a look at our complete collection of floor lamps to view our latest designs.
It's pretty amazing where digital screens are popping up these days. This innovative desk lamp design is case in point.
It combines a digital photo viewer with a contemporary halogen desk lamp. The viewer will store around a 1,000 photos and can be used with both PCs and Macs.
When you get tired of looking at family pics it also has a built in digital clock and calendar. A pretty neat little package!
These make a great office accessory or back to school gift. Check out the details here: Digital Photo Desk Lamp
Post Update: this design sold out and is no longer available.
Take a look at our latest desk lamps for new styles and trends.
Residential Lighting editors give a quick overview of the recent Dallas International Lighting Market. Click the following link to view: Plugged In - June 2009 - Dallas Market
Post Update: sorry, but this video is no longer available on the Residential Lighting website :[
To view all the latest style trends, we invite you to browse our Shop By Trends pages.


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by Dave Foreman This is the third time I have covered the topic of energy in my newsletter. The last time was almost a year ago, and I received an amazing response. I thought I would revisit the subject again this year with some new twists to an old topic. Our crazy, hectic, stressful lifestyle has burned us out to the core. I am preaching to you from experience on this one too. I may not always come across as someone who is fatigued, stressed, and tired, but trust me, I have walked that road before. It was only through my fatigue and suffering that I came to realize the practical and foundational way out of feeling like garbage. Remember, there is nothing worse than a hypocrite, and I don't want to be one to you. So I will share the steps that I took to get back to myself, but before I do, let me share some personal and even embarrassing things with you about my life. ** It seems like this newsletter contains a few articles with me "coming clean", but I want to show you that I am not perfect, struggle (at times) with living a healthy lifestyle and have overcome my shortcomings with persistence and creative techniques. In the past seven years I have had a very (to say the least) stressful life. I have also had some pretty serious health issues. Check out my reality: • Got separated and then divorced I am not proud to admit any of these things to you. A few of my friends and family members even commented that I should never share this type of information with everyone. My belief is that in order to help you get to the best health possible, I need to be "real" to you and show you that my philosophy and beliefs work for real people. I am definitely a real person, and have gone through many of the same or similar situations that you have. The "lifestyle" that I had was conducive to completely draining my energy levels. Here is what I did to get out from underneath my rock and get back the energy and vitality that had left me years ago: Regular Cleansing
The number one thing that I hear from people that have used a "total-body" type of cleanse is the dramatic increase in energy they experienced. Think about it: all the systems in your body are probably bogged down with "sludge." Not just your colon, but your liver, blood, kidneys and more. By removing the toxins (I suggest a four-week cleansing period) you will give your body the freedom to redirect the energy it had been using on handling toxins for other activities. Your local Vitamin Shoppe carries a wide range of total body cleansing systems. If you like how you feel after using a cleanse, you may wish to cleanse daily. I use Flor*Essence tea, but there are other detox teas as well as the new Daily Multi Detox from Renew Life. In addition to general internal cleansing, I like to focus in on supporting my liver. Using a liver cleanse every four months is another great way to get your body back on track. I learned years ago that stress is stored in the liver. Getting rid of toxins, and supporting the general health of my liver, has been a critical component in the improvement of my health. I usually use Liver Cleanse and follow it with a month or so of a liver support product like: Liver Blend SP-13 or even just something like standardized milk thistle. Foundational Supplements
My "Family Health" article on the cover of this newsletter goes into more detail, but let me just stress and confess that using all four areas of my supplement foundation was critical for getting me back on my feet. Remember that foundational supplements are not necessarily going to dramatically change how you feel overnight, but over extended periods of time your body will reap the benefits. You should keep in mind that rebuilding your energy stores is a long-term project. In order to help re-build your energy stores, we need to look at a few key nutrients; B-5 (also known as pantothenic acid), phosphatidylserine, licorice, melatonin, and B-complex. This may sound like a ton of supplements, but if you really wish to get your energy back to full strength, using this arsenal of supplements may be necessary. Vitamin B-5: Taking a closer look at each of these nutrients will better explain why they are all needed to get you back on the road to more energy. Vitamin B-5 (pantothenic acid) helps to activate the adrenal glands. A prolonged depletion of B-5 can lead to headaches, fatigue and sleep disturbances. It also plays an important role in the production of energy within your cells. Phosphatidylserine (PS) provides serine, a precursor to the formation of many neurotransmitters. By providing the tools the nervous system needs, you are more likely to stay emotionally in balance and suffer less from fatigue. B-complex is recommended because most of the B vitamins provide either direct or indirect effects on nourishing the adrenals or helping with neurotransmitter supplies. Don't forget, I always suggest taking a magnesium supplement along with your B-complex. They work together and are needed for each to do its job in the body. 200- 250mg per day may be all you need. Licorice Root: For centuries, licorice root has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Licorice root is known to stimulate and nourish the adrenal glands. It has also been used for more serious conditions such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. (Licorice root can lead to increases in blood pressure and contribute to fluid retention.) Melatonin: Melatonin, known as the sleep hormone, is naturally occurring in the body and can improve circadian rhythm and help you fall asleep faster. This improved rest will help the body to recharge so you can feel more energetic each morning. There are a few other supplements that often get overlooked, but play a HUGE role in fighting fatigue. Here is the list of what you need to look for: Cordyceps: Cordyceps is a mushroom-based supplement that helps with stress and rejuvenating your adrenals. I have added cordyceps to my supplement program for a few months now and can honestly say that using it has played a major role in why I feel so great. Carnipure (L-Carnitine): The body uses L-Carnitine to help produce energy. I added Carnipure to my supplement program back in February of this year as part of my training supplement regimen. Carnipure is often looked at as the supplement to aid with weight loss, cardiovascular health and workout performance, but often gets overlooked when it comes to energy. I believe that Carnipure's best benefit comes from its ability to help our body produce MORE energy. Its mechanism of action enhances energy production without the typical stimulating effects that some supplements can have. Initially, I didn't feel the effects, but over the past several months, I won't do without taking my 1000mg of Carnipure each day. I do this whether or not I exercise on a daily basis. Reishi: I have known about reishi mushroom supplements for years, but never really considered using them. Only recently did I learn how powerful this medicinal mushroom can be at helping my body get back into balance. Talk about a supplement that helps me feel more relaxed, get better sleep and wake up feeling rejuvenated…wow…what a shocker. I learned from a friend that using cordyceps (another kind of mushroom mentioned earlier) in the morning and mid-afternoon helps support energy production during the day, but then adding Reishi late afternoon and at bedtime does the trick. Rhodiola: Helps with stress and rejuvenating your adrenals. I used this occasionally for periods of great stress and as part of my cardio training to run the half-marathon. Keep in mind that YES I did use all of these supplements either at one point or on a continuing basis. The effects in some cases are gradual and others immediate. It will depend on how badly your energy levels are and any other health issues you may be dealing with. Be patient and consistent…I FEEL GREAT. 4 Pillars of Great Health
I would be remiss if I didn't shed some more light on the non-supplement side of how I got my energy back. I am a follower of my 4 Pillars of Great Health (not just a preacher). My Family Health article will explain more. Just keep in mind that certain lifestyle choices will make your situation worse or delay the progress of getting your energy levels up to something you find acceptable. My 4 Pillars of Health should be followed without error to get your energy back. Beginning with diet, eliminating caffeine, tobacco, refined foods (sugar, white foods, etc.) and getting checked for food sensitivities is a great start. (Yep, certain food sensitivities can cause you to feel tired all of the time) At the same time, it will be beneficial to add more greens to your diet. In this case, a supplement form of greens is the way to go. You get a concentrated amount all in one serving. Greens act to purify the body and promote increases in energy and well-being. It is a win-win! Exercise may seem like a silly thing to recommend to someone who is tired, but believe it or not, increased activity will decrease fatigue and increase your energy. Exercise will help reduce stress, which in turn will allow your body to recover from the every day rigors of life. Just try it; what do you have to lose? A few pounds? Fatigue? Stress? Lower blood pressure? I recommend 30 minutes of brisk walking (fast enough that you will be almost short of breath) per day. Spirituality plays a huge role in fatigue. It can help with stress reduction and assist your body in resting better at night. I use prayer and reading my bible to help in this area. In addition, if you have problems sleeping, try my A-Z method of sleeping. For each letter of the alphabet, think of something you are thankful for. (e.g. A- Adam and Amanda-my children, B-Birds of prey (my favorite type of bird)) You get the idea; prayer and rest go hand in hand. Most nights, both my wife and I fall asleep while praying. Spirituality will bring you inner peace—something we can all use more of. Just ask someone who is spiritually connected and follows my other three Pillars if they are tired. A final thought; most of us suffering from the "energy crisis" seem to look for a short-term solution. Perhaps a stop at your favorite coffee shop or at the local vending machine has been your answer. Remember that your energy depletion didn't happen over night and fixing it won't happen immediately either. This is a lifestyle choice. By taking the proper supplements along with the other three Pillars of health, you will be well on your way to being the energetic you from the past. By the way, my wife and I ran our first halfmarathon together in April. I felt amazing after it was over—no fatigue at all; just the sore muscles that are to be expected. My program works. |