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Join Richard and Kahlan in the concluding novel of one of the most remarkable and memorable journeys ever written. It started with one rule and will end with the rule of all rules, the rule unwritten, the rule unspoken since the dawn of history.
When next the sun rises, the world will be forever changed.
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"Sam Tsoutsouvas compels listeners through the story with a deep, stern voice." (AudioFile)
"ridiculously repetitive and predictive"
I became interested in this series for two reasons: The first is that I thoroughly enjoyed Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series, and wanted a replacement while I waited for the final book to be published. The second reason is that I watched the Legend of The Seeker television series and wanted to see what happened once the show was cancelled. I was disappointed because in my opinion, the show was better than the books. This series was also a poor replacement for the wheel of time series.
I like the general premise of the books like most of you who made it this far in into the series, but at times I wanted to pull out my hair in frustration. The tediousness of certain parts of Richard and Kahlans lives was astounding. Goodkind spent a good portion of each book repeating long drawn-out speeches discussing the sanctity of life. I get it life is good. He also repeated the same points several different ways and times within each speech, within each book.
In addition to this, Goodkind would repeat facts, and remind the audience of events that had happened within the same book several times. I found this to be extremely irritating. I understand that the audience needs some reminders from book to book, but come on. We don't need those reminders several times within the book we are currently reading. Goodkind appears to have the same respect for the intelligence of his readers and listeners as he does for the masses in his books. He acts as if the masses are morons, and that the solutions that Richard come up with are invaluable. However, most of us were able to predict the solutions that were so painstakingly discovered by Richard and Kahlan. If this were not annoying enough, Goodkind then generates random phenomenal solutions that just appear from the sky. One minute Richard and his followers will be screwed and then all of a sudden Richard did some fantastical thing that saves them all. The audience is then left wondering what the hell just happened. The concept of magic in this series is also badly portrayed. Goodkind seems to just string a lot of long scientific and impressive sounding words into a sentence, hoping that the confusion will just make the audience assume that they make sense. They don't.
The concept of kahlan was also irritating for me. Goodkind makes endless devotions to kahlan's intelligent green eyes, but she never appears to do anything that would warrant that intelligence. She just seems to get credit for the things that Richard does. The other annoying component of her character was her love for Richard. I know that love was an important part of this series, but come on we understand that she has a special smile just for Richard, we understand that she gives it to no one, but him. I have to admit that the Chainfire Trilogy did not dwell on the endless professions of love that the rest of the series did, but still listening to Richard and Kahlan repeatedly asking the question of one another: Have I ever told you that I love you was painful. Nicky and Cara were by far my favorite characters within this series, but I think that the only reason for this was that Goodkind did not ruin them with his repetitive and endless character development that he employed with Richard and Kahlan. For all of you like me that are at this point in the series, finish it and be glad you're done, if you are just starting the series, don't. This series had great potential and could have been well done, but Goodkind ruined his own creation.
"Wow.....More rhetoric?"
I have been looking forward to the end of this series ever since I began reading The Sword of Truth series. After reading subsequent reviews which were quite negative I still chose to purchase this title. I am glad I finally got through the last book, I just wanted to know what happened in the end! But, it was very, very painful listening. I do not think I can handle much more of Terry Goodkind's brand of writing. The first few books were fabulous but when he started fixating on freedom and choice I got a little wary. As the series progresses it just gets worse with each book. There is less and less story and more and more about politics or rhetoric or whatever you want to call it. Really I am extremely fed up with long speeches that repeat the same ideologies over and over again! I am not ignorant, I got the message the first time and the second time and the third time and you get the idea. I am relieved to be done with it all. I will go back and read the first 3 or 4 books because they are the best, but I will NEVER read this one again! Download it, listen to it, and then be content that the series has finally come to a tortured end.
"Good but...."
I always get unabridged versions of my books, however, if ever there was a time for an abridged version the Chainfire Trilogy is it!!! OMG....some sections just go on and on! Don't get me wrong I love these books but why 3 books were needed for the Chainfire piece, I have no idea!! Whew...I'm glad I'm finally done with them!!!
"FINALLY over"
Best thing I can say about the book: the series is FINALLY over. Not sure why I kept going with this series -- perhaps like people who throw good money after bad in the stock market, I just kept hoping it would get better. It didn't. The entire Chainfire trilogy paints Richard and the "goodguys" into a corner that they can't possible get out of, only to give a solution in the last few minutes that seems incongruous to the events leading up to it, and made the struggles of the characters meaningless. Very unsatisfying ending to a series that started exceptionally, but quickly went down hill. If you made it this far and feel the need for resolution, go ahead and finish it, but it you're thinking of starting this series, consider looking elsewhere. I agree with the comments of the previous reviewer, in that this was the first audio book I have fond my self screaming at to "get on with it" during the long, repetitive and tedious diatribes of the importance of life and individuality.
I must say that I was very let down by this and the installments after Faith of the Fallen. I enjoy the occasional main character summing up the philosophical idea of the book rant, but I lost track of the number of times that it was force fed to me in Confessor. That and when I am forced to restrain myself from yelling at the radio for the characters to hurry up and come up with what should be the simplest of connections in logic I tend to lose the enjoyment of discovery I got from the earlier books. If not for the name on the cover I would almost believe that a different author took over after FotF.
"This isnt Atlas Shrugged, but it tries to be."
I don't know if I could take another 30 minute diatribe about the sanctity of life and the abhorrence of despotism. I mean holy crap this book was just painful. I desperately wanted it to be good, as an end to the series i started loving when "Wizards first rule" came out, however i was severely disappointed. Imagine John Galt's speech in atlas shrugged, if you listened to the audio book, the speech alone is almost 3 hours. Imagine that speech about the evils of socialism/communism but about the sanctity of freedom of choice and life as a whole. But imagine it happening over and over over and over and over. Imagine every single chance any character has to talk to another character being a tired tirade about these themes. Every. Single. Time. I cant stress enough how often this book goes away from telling a story, and CONCLUDING a story, to this method or proselytizing from the author. It hurts, its painful, it almost makes me wish i had never ever ever read any of the other books in the series. But "Wizards first rule" was great. Read it as its own story, then forget any other books in this series exist. I wish audible had a return program, i would gladly return this product and drink some magic potion that made me forget i has listened to it. Go read some Brandon Sanderson books. They're Grrrrrreat!
"The End"
Thank god this story is over. The long hours of redundant plot lines and wool gathering as one person walks up to say "Hi", nearly drove me crazier than I am.
Sam Tsoutsouvas helped bring all the varied charaters to life for me. He is also, for my ear, a bit hypnotic and that helped when Mr. Goodkind started to ramble.
The only reason I stuck with these books to the bitter end was to see if Mr. Goodkind would make the mistake I thought he would and he did not disappoint. After hammering away that freedom and choice is the meaning of life Richard acts out of charter and removes one mode of thought for ALL.
The only reason for the second star is because I do care about Richard, Kahlan and all the rest.
I have not written any other reviews for the other books mostly because I do not want to give Mr. Goodking any more of my energy and time.
"It's about time!"
I have been waiting it seems forever for the conclusion of this saga. Goodkind does not disappoint. Although very, very "talky" this conclusion to the adventures of Richard and Kahlen ties up almost all of the loose threads and hands it to the listener/reader. The dramatist who reads the book does quite well.
It seemed like forever to get to this part of the story, but it was worth it. I almost gave up on the series a couple times when the narrators detracted from the story and at times the story itself got a little lengthy. I was disheartened so many times when victory was yanked out of our heroes hands but in the end, "truth" prevails. Nice epic. I will probably relisten to the entire series at least 2 more times :)
"A book that finally means something!"
While at times, Goodkind's writing can be drawn out and lengthy, the message he ultimately delivers in this final Sword of Truth novel is life-changing. The struggles that Richard, Kahlan, and all their friends overcome is simply stunning, and I cannot get these characters out of my head. After reading this series, every other book I touched seemed to be either frivolous or pointless (which is not always bad), but Goodkind's work really means something to the human life and spirit. I'm not a religious person or anything, but the simple messages of truth, kindness, and freedom are so moving in the summation of this whole series.
If you are looking for a group of people that will change your life completely, I highly suggest getting to know Richard and Kahlan. These two are my literary heros. Bear with Goodkind's lengthy and often repeated descriptions, and discover an incredible world.
"Great listen"
If you've read or listened to the starting books you'll know you want to read some more, personally I found the reading better than the listening, but these are still a great listen if you don't have the hours and hours to spend reading the books
"Superb Book in the sword of truth series"
knowing it is the last in the series from first to finish this book is the great ending to the series of sword of truth books
The character Khalan, to really see what ending she comes to after all the other books, this really is a stopper
His narration is superb his voice really brings the characters to life
In some places it makes you feel sad and other happy that you smile
"Must be read, excellent series"
Kahlan she was extremly well wrote all the way though the series and I loved the Idea of the Confessors
The sword of Truth, like most epic fantasy series It takes a while to get finished but it was just awesome. I've read the first 8 twice waiting for the series to be finished, I'd definitely read them all again
"Confessor: Sword of Truth. Book 11"
The books from 1 to the last book 11 have been more than I could have expected. This last book keeps you engaged and wanting more with all the action coming to a final draw. Enjoyed each character the unfolding of there powers and qualities conveyed by the narrator reading.
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Anaheim, CA (Sports Network) - Bobby Abreu hit a game-winning home run with one out in the 10th inning, leading the Los Angeles Angels to a 2-1 victory and a three-game sweep over the Kansas City Royals.
Abreu's 14th home run of the season helped the Angels nab their fifth win in six games. Maicer Izturis added three hits, while Reggie Willits also scored a run in Los Angeles' 16th win in its last 20 games against Kansas City.
"It was a changeup, and he left it up," Abreu said of the home run. "I wasn't looking for a home run, but I'll take it."
Jered Weaver went a season-high eight innings, allowing just one run on six hits and two walks while fanning 11. It was the sixth straight quality start and third straight in which he's given up one run or fewer. Brian Fuentes (4-1) earned the win for a scoreless inning.
Yuniesky Betancourt homered for the Royals, losers in four straight and six of seven. Zack Greinke matched Weaver inning for inning, lasting eight frames and yielding one run, six hits and a walk while striking out six.
"Greinke was moving the ball in and out. The command of his fastball was excellent," said Royals manager Ned Yost. "We couldn't pick up Weaver's arm speed. He was fantastic. They both pitched great games."
Jesse Chavez (1-1) took the loss for giving up Abreu's homer.
The Royals threatened in the second with runners on the corners with two outs, but Weaver struck out Brayan Pena swinging to keep Kansas City off the board.
The Angels took advantage of their first threat of the game, taking the lead in the third inning.
Jeff Mathis singled leading off, but was erased at second on Willits' fielder's choice groundout. Willits moved to third on a single from Bobby Abreu, and Erick Aybar's sacrifice fly made it 1-0.
Weaver struck out five consecutive batters from the end of the fourth through the fifth, but Betancourt began the sixth inning with a home run to center, tying the game, 1-1.
Kansas City nearly went ahead in both the seventh and eighth, but came up short. Weaver allowed runners to reach the corners with one out in the seventh, but struck out Pena and induced a fly out from Betancourt. The Royals loaded the bases with two outs in the eighth, but Alex Gordon's swinging bunt was fielded by Weaver, who tagged out Gordon running down the first base line.
"We knew they were aggressive, and I wanted to change arm speed as much as possible," Weaver said. "Greinke did his thing. It was a fun battle."
The Angels put a runner in scoring position in the ninth, but Mathis struck out with a chance to win the game. Fuentes struck out two in a perfect 10th inning, needing only nine pitches, to set up Abreu's dramatics.
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"Look what you've done!" "Hello, what's your name?" "To be or not to be, that is the question." "Well, talk to me!" All these are quotes from some of the talkative birds featured on the NATURE show PARROTS: LOOK WHO'S TALKING. These birds are living, breathing "recordings" of the phrases people say to them. From Flo the Yellow-naped Amazon, who sings opera, to Candy the budgie, who wants to cuddle, parrots are flamboyant both inside and out. With about 340 species to choose from, parrots make up more than 16 percent of the 50 million pet birds worldwide. Parrots, along with lorikeets, cockatoos and parakeets, fall under the class Aves and the order psittaciformes. Their habitat ranges worldwide, but most species prefer the warm, tropical climates of Australia, South America, and southeast Asia. In general, wild parrots mate for life, nesting in large cavities either underground or in hollow trees. Some species, such as macaws, lay two eggs from which only one youngster will survive.
But they are not the only birds that can "talk." For example, mockingbirds can imitate house cats and human sounds, as well as the songs of other birds. And while some of the bigger parrots have voices that are closer to human ranges, the world record holder for the most human phrases is a tiny budgie. Among parrots, the most human-sounding are African Greys and Yellow-headed Amazons. But what is more interesting than parrots' speaking ability is the fact that they develop different "languages" in the wild. Harvard biologist Michael Schindlinger has studied Yellow-headed Amazons in the forests of northern Mexico since 1994. Not only can he recognize meaning behind the birds' song, but he can pinpoint their "accent" to within a few miles of their home range -- a regular Professor Higgins of aviculture. "Their communication is more complex than we originally guessed," Schindlinger says, explaining that very little was known about these wild birds when he began his field work. "They have a large number of vocalizations that seem to have functions, but the really complex stuff in their vocalization have more of a musical quality." Schindlinger speculates that the parrots sing elaborately to gain status in their social hierarchy. But no matter how flowery their song is among the trees, he notes that the parrots still rely on a deep-rooted oral tradition of a few important phrases that signify basic communication between the parrots.
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Direct-to-Consumer Advertising of Pharmaceuticals (Released March 2008)
The FDA regulates the advertising of prescription drugs under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) (Rados, 2004). The Division of Drug, Marketing, Advertising, and Communications (DDMAC) within the FDA's Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) is responsible for implementing the regulations governing DTC advertising (United States, 2002). Section 502(n) of the FFDCA requires that an advertisement include "the established name, the brand name (if any), the formula showing quantitatively each ingredient, and information in brief summary which discusses side effects, contraindications, and effectiveness." (Advertising, 2007). This requirement is further defined in the prescription drug advertising regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, part 202 (21 CFR part 202). These implementing regulations specify that prescription drug advertisements must not be false or misleading, must not omit material facts, and must present a fair balance between effectiveness and risk information.
From the 1950s to the early 1980s, pharmaceutical advertisements were absent in the mass media (Donohue, 2006) but were directed primarily to medical personnel. Relying on the strength of the traditional doctor-patient relationship, pharmaceutical companies targeted their marketing dollars to physicians. This changed with the airing of the earlier mentioned Rufen commercial and the advent of an advertising campaign by Merck and Dohme of its pneumonia vaccine, Pneumovax (Donohue, 2006). These pioneering advertisements were the result not of any sudden change in federal regulations. Rather they came from the pharmaceutical companies' recognition that the doctor-patient relationship had changed with the rise of consumer and patients' rights movements. According to Julie Donohue, these two drug-marketing campaigns "broke with tradition and pursued a marketing strategy that depended on consumers' taking a more active role in prescribing decisions" (United States, 2006). Following these early advertisements, concerns were raised about DTC advertisements, including their potential to mislead the public. In response, the FDA called for a voluntary moratorium on DTC advertising in 1983 so that it could create a more explicit policy.
The moratorium ended in 1985 when the FDA released guidelines that prescription drugs should adhere to the same rules that govern pharmaceutical advertising to physicians. Therefore the advertisements had to include the product generic name, side effects and contraindications, and could not be false or misleading (Bradford and Kleit, 2006).
Although it had been legal for pharmaceutical companies to engage in broadcast advertising, the big increase in this form of marketing took place in 1997 when the FDA relaxed rules that had made it difficult for companies to air effective advertisements. That year the FDA ended a prohibition on using the drug's brand name and benefits in the same advertisement, eliminating a source of confusion for consumers. Prior to this, the companies operated under rules governing advertising to physicians, which allowed "reminder" advertisements that uses the drug's name but didn't say what it was intended to treat. This policy change made it easier for drug companies to advertise on television (Donohue, 2007) because it eased the type of risk disclosure needed. Pharmaceutical companies could now tell consumers where to find additional information, such as by referring them to a Web site or an 800 number. In 2004, the FDA announced that print advertisements would no longer need to include full prescribing information (Sheehan, 2007).
The FDA describes three types of DTC advertisements:
The FDA provides safeguards against abuse. If the FDA identifies a violation of laws or regulations in a DTC advertisement, the agency may issue a regulatory letter asking the drug company to take specific actions. This may be either an untitled letter or a warning letter (United States, 2002). Untitled letters address violations, such as overstating the effectiveness of the drug. Warning letters target pharmaceutical companies that engage in continued violations of the act or address companies engaged in serious violations that affect consumer safety or health. In a warning letter, the FDA may tell a drug company that it will take further action, including judicial remediation. Both types of letters cite the violation and request that the company respond in writing to the FDA within 14 days, and require the company to take specific actions (United States, 2006).
In 2006, in response to a request from U.S. senators concerned about the effects of pharmaceutical advertising, the GAO issued a report criticizing the time the FDA takes to issue regulatory letters (GAO, 2006). From 1997 to 2001 the FDA took an average of two weeks to issue a regulatory letter; however from 2002 to 2005, that had risen to an average of four months. The number of regulatory letters also dropped from 142 in 1997 to 21 in 2006 (Donohue et al, 2007), largely due to a 2002 decision by the FDA to have all such letters undergo review by its Office of Chief Counsel.
A second reason for the decline in regulatory letters issued is the small number of staff members who review advertisements while advertising grows substantially (Donohue et al, 2007). In June 2002, there were only five DDMAC staff members who reviewed 248 DTC broadcast advertisements and an unknown number of DTC print advertisements. These were DTC advertisements that were submitted to DDMAC at the time of their dissemination in 2001 (United States, 2002). By September 2006, there were still fewer than a half a dozen staff members reviewing more than 15,000 DTC advertisements and brochures (United States, 2006).
With concerns growing about these advertisements, in 2007, Senators Ted Kennedy and Mike Enzi introduced S. 1082, the Food and Drug Administration Revitalization Act, in an attempt to require mandatory moratoriums on advertising new prescription drugs, preclearance of DTC advertisements, and a mandate that certain language be included in these advertisements. House Commerce Chairman John Dingell introduced H.R. 2900, the Food and Drug Administration Amendments Act (FDAAA) of 2007, which contained advertising provisions similar to S. 1082, as it was originally introduced. After pressure from the American Advertising Federation (AAF) and the advertising community, these restrictions were removed from the bill. The AAF contends that mandatory moratoriums on pharmaceutical advertising would violate the First Amendment protection for commercial speech (DTC, 2007).
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What can we do if our baby hates riding in the car?
My 2 1/2-month-old hates the car. The crying begins as soon as I start driving. We've tried everything: adjusting the straps, using a blanket, not using a blanket, hanging toys from the handle ... nothing works. Occasionally he'll cry himself to sleep, but for the most part driving with him is a nightmare. Could he have motion sickness? What else can I do?
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We have the same problem, at 3.5 months our son screams and screams and screams, mostly with the stop and go (once he's on the highway, he tends to - sometimes - calm down). We have the mirror, have someone in the back with him and nothing works.posted 12/11/2006 by a BabyCenter Member
In addition to my comment, once we could spin my older boy's car seat around so that he was facing forward, he settled down. I just think he didn't like not being able to see us.posted 12/11/2006 by BabyElShami
My first son HATED being in the car, especially at night. The only thing that worked was for me to sit in the back seat with him while hubby drove. When we couldn't both be in the car, I would just sing to him, sometimes at the top of my voice. If I stopped, he would start screaming again. Sometimes there's nothing you can do except wait it out. It sucks, but that's how it goes sometimes. Fortunately, my younger boy doesn't mind being in the car unless it's for a long drive somewhere. Most of the time, he falls asleep. (Big brother NEVER got lulled to sleep by the car!)posted 12/11/2006 by BabyElShami
They grow out of it. The worse thing to do is sit next to them - you will find yourself sitting next to them until they are 2, and your spouse will feel like your personal driver - NOT COOL! Both my kids were like this and grew out of it at about 5 months of age.posted 12/11/2006 by wifeofjayx2
My daughter will be 7 months on the 25th and she does the exact same thing. She is miserable, and I have tried EVERYTHING too. I think she will be better when we can turn her around. My 3 year old was the same way. Good luck everyoneposted 12/11/2006 by JEG23
I am so Glad I checked baby center and found this. My son is no 12 weeks and i just started to go back to work and he hates the car. My first day back we were both crying down the road. It makes me feel better to know that my son is not the only baby who hates the car. I can not wait until he grows out of it. Thanks again. Anymore helpful hints?posted 09/28/2007 by a BabyCenter Member
Wow, so my 7-month-old son isn't the only baby that screams in the car. He hates to be alone back there, but that often happens, since I'm a stay-at-home mom. He's worse at night, when he wants to nurse and lay down to sleep. But I obviously can't do that while I'm driving. I feel like a monster when he yells like that. I've tried everything, too: musical mirror, dome lights on, dome lights off, blankets, toys (he just throws them down), talking to him, pacifier, but nothing seems to be working. It has not been encouraging to see the posts from moms whose kids have not outgrown it. But I'm going to pray and believe by faith he'll outgrow this soon. It's not just long trips, either. I can relate to the moms who can't go run errands in town and who can't leave the house. We need an online support group! Hang in there, moms! We'll get through this, and so will our babies! (By the way, it is disgusting when parents say, "My baby just loves the car!")posted 11/16/2007 by a BabyCenter Member
OMG Thank you EVERYONE who responded and said they are sick of hearing "WHAT! ALL babies love the car seat! Mine just falls straight asleep!" Its like ENOUGH already, ok?! (to them, not the baby, lol) He's five months and getting betterposted 12/10/2007 by esper_d
My son is SLOWLY getting better at 5 months. I have to drive to my parents' once a week because that's where we stay during the week while I go to school. My husband and I are amazed how that seems to be the only ride we know he'll sleep through. I think he knows that ride compared to the others. At first, I could not even drive 15 minutes down to the store without him crying his heart out. Some children just hate the restriction the carseat puts on them.posted 12/11/2007 by mikey70207
My 5 month old daughter used to love going for car rides when she was younger. She would cry a bit but would go to sleep as soon as the car started moving. This changed when she was 2 months old during a trip to Denver. It was absolutely HELL. I have bought a mirror with lights and sound that sometimes helps. I roll dow n a window or use the static noise from an AM radio station. But nothing has worked 100% with her. My mother-in-law has me to my wits ends saying that my husband wasn´t like that. I have also heard that infants will outgrow this phase. The question is when???She seems to like ridding in my sister´s van better than in any car. Í am thinking it could be because of the bigger windows. In any case, I was one of those mothers that only left the house if I absolutely had to. But, I have grown used to the idea that the baby has to be an addition to our life and by staying home she is not experiecing life 100%. Nevertheless, hearing her cry like a mad woman in theposted 04/30/2008 by a BabyCenter Member
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I love the look of the light gray grout white subway tile. So I tried to do that too. I am thinking my grout is too dark or my gaps too wide. I don't love it. I hope I will learn to love it. My first feeling I goofed on an otherwise easy reno. |
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- Posted by alison_charleston (My Page) on Tue, Aug 16, 11 at 12:52
sorry for the giant picture. ack. still trying to learn how to insert them. |
I want to give you the easy answer, but will give an honest OPINION, (it's just that, I could be wrong) .It doesn't look bad. I do think it competes for the spotlight though. The marble and wall color are soft muted grays and the grout is a bit harsh next to them. I think it would look better lighter. Everything looks beautiful. Love the counters/walls/cabs/faucet. |
My wife would say, "It looks dirty." But she's OCD about perceived cleanliness. I might have to agree with her on this one. Normally the darker grout would add some visual interest to an otherwise sterile scene. But your marble and glass cabinets with the neatly stacked items do a fine job of that on there own. |
I would prefer lighter. But if I walked into your kitchen right now, I would see a high quality, beautiful kitchen and I probably wouldn't think about the grout because I would be looking at all the other great details of your kitchen. |
- Posted by abundantblessings (My Page) on Tue, Aug 16, 11 at 14:31
Maybe folks will chime in on an easy correction as I'd prefer it lighter too. One thought is to try an off-white grout pen and painstakingly try to lighten it. Don't know that you could as easily re-grout, but that's an option. How much more tile do you have to deal with, as that may affect recommendations? Looks like a nice reno so don't let this spoil your success! |
- Posted by francoise47 (My Page) on Tue, Aug 16, 11 at 14:35
Beautiful kitchen! But the grout does seem a bit dark. We just used TEC Silverado for the subway tiles in our bathrooms. I'll try to post a picture at some point soon. I think the "Silverado" gives just the right amount of emphasis to the outline of the tile without being as dark as your grout. What color did you use? |
- Posted by alison_charleston (My Page) on Tue, Aug 16, 11 at 14:42
yeah. I am pretty disappointed with it. I love everything else I have done and I feel like this fights with the glass cabinets and looks to busy. I have another section to do. behind the stove. my kitchen it tiny so that is the good news. I have been living with it for a week and just don't love it. do I get my dremel and try and get it out? I did this reno on a pretty tight budget and dont mind getting my hands dirty if I need to do it again. here is a link to my blog and the other side of my kitchen. It is a smaller field of tile I still need to grout. |
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- Posted by antiquesilver (My Page) on Tue, Aug 16, 11 at 15:31
Alison, Years ago I read somewhere that mauve-ish grout works well with white subways when you want a slightly darker, more aged look. I've never tried this so I can't swear to it. I'm assuming that you know that you can mix grout colors to obtain the exact shade you want rather than buying a 'standard' color. That's what I did in my bathroom. |
- Posted by alison_charleston (My Page) on Tue, Aug 16, 11 at 15:39
here is a link to the page that shows the other side. |
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- Posted by circuspeanut (My Page) on Tue, Aug 16, 11 at 15:41
Alison, we used 'Silver Shadow' grout from Lowe's for our cheapie white Olean subway tiles - perhaps a good halfway between your darker color and stark white? |
I really like it, but it is definitely bold. My understanding is that it is not possible to bleach dark grout to be lighter. What I might consider doing is using the dremel or grout saw to take out a bit of the dark grout - not all of it, just a good layer on top - and then re-grout with lighter stuff so you have a layer of your preferred color showing. I have done that sort of thing myself to touch up messed up grout, although I have not done it for a large field like this. I'd also take a few of those tiles and glue them to a piece of backer to test out your next color or mix before putting it on your backsplash. There are a lot of options besides white, and you can always mix colors if you want. Mixing it from powder is totally no big deal, I've done it many times without the drill attachment. |
- Posted by alison_charleston (My Page) on Tue, Aug 16, 11 at 15:56
circus peanut, I do like that color. the silver shadow. so now how do I fix this?? get grout removal tools and fire up the dremel? man I so should have done a test run. live and learn I guess. there are worse goofs i guess. |
- Posted by batmansmama (My Page) on Tue, Aug 16, 11 at 16:01
I like the gray grout. What color grout did you use? |
There are products on the market to stain grout a different color. DH and I were going to hire a tile guy in town to color the grout if we left our floor in place but we just switched out the floor instead. It is part of his business called Grout EMT or Grout RX. I also have heard of grout doctor . Look in your area. This can be done. |
I think the dark grout looks both more modern and more vintage than lighter grout works. It is entirely a matter of personal preference, neither good nor bad. |
- Posted by circuspeanut (My Page) on Tue, Aug 16, 11 at 17:15
You could use something like the Aquamix Grout Colorant (it's the brand I've seen most recommended by tile pros, but there must be other good ones), but I agree that since your job is so fresh, you might be best off removing the top layer of it with a small grout saw, rather than trying to make the dark color lighter. (The grout dye is something like a paint and might not wear optimally for backsplash scrubbing?) It's not a HUGE area (or HUGE mistake, either!), so it shouldn't take more than a few hours to saw out the top layer and replace it with the correct color. Whether dremel bit or simple hand grout saw is up to your level of skill -- it's easy to slip and scratch the ceramic glaze with either one. Do whichever you feel most comfortable and steady-handed with. Good luck! |
- Posted by kateskouros (My Page) on Tue, Aug 16, 11 at 17:15
i like it. it adds a little extra oomph (is that a word?) to the basic subways. and i am envious over how easy it will be to keep looking clean! i have had my fair share of gasps when first viewing tile or stone or anything involving a remodel. i've learned to step back and give it time. usually i find it's not that i don't like something, it's just not as i expected. |
Beautiful kitchen! I think the grout works just fine. It does not look dirty to me, because it's consistent in color. |
- Posted by jodi_in_so_calif (My Page) on Tue, Aug 16, 11 at 18:08
I'm no expert here but if I were going to do something like saw or dremel out grout between new tiles, I'd lay down a layer or three of duct tape on each side to protect the tiles the best you can. |
I would go a little lighter. If you go the colorant route: I just used Aquamix grout colorant on my powder room tile floor. The grout was actually too light (and always looking dirty) so I went a little darker, but the product can be used the other way too. No problems with durability to far! |
I think it looks great. It reminds me of sajimatas beautiful kitchen. As Marcolo said it looks very vintage. |
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Your cabinets and sink area look beautiful! I saw the second post in this thread, and thought someone else was posting a picture, and first impression was -- OOH, lovely, soothing, love the cabinets. Didn't notice that the grout was too dark until it was brought to my attention. Of course at this point -- you probably don't notice anything else. May we please have some more pictures of the kitchen / the full view? Good luck and many thanks for this thread -- creating a tile board is something I WILL do when the time comes!!!! |
- Posted by lazydaisynot (My Page) on Tue, Aug 16, 11 at 18:46
I know this is going to sound stupid, but I think it will look a lot better once you get your switch plates back on the wall. Now there are dark holes around the switches, which picks up the dark shade of the grout. Once the white plates are on there I don't think the dark grout lines are going to grab your eyes as much as they do now. |
It is not bad but I do prefer a shade lighter. Only you can say if it is worth messing with or to leave it alone. I can say it does not look like a mistake or problem, just a question of preference. If you can re-do it, circus' color is a nice one. I like how it is not trying to match the tile and it adds definition. |
I also agree that its not bad. It reflects the dark lines in your insert cabinets. When I did a search last night for herringbone tile installations I saw a lot of kitchens that reminded my of your tile and grout combination. I went to your blog site and your kitchen is so cute and you did a terrific job getting your kitchen just right. I have a small kitchen too 7x12 with 4 doorways. Not much room to fit counters, appliances, and a small table. Love what you've done with your kitchen. |
I like it -- agree with those who said it looks vintage and dresses up the tiles as well. It definitely will stay cleaner looking than a light grout will. One more thought -- I actually tried to get my grout that dark -- bought the darkest stuff I could find and it lightened to a medium grey, you might find yours lightens a touch as well. I'd definitely wait before taking a dremmel to it. Looked at your blog and wanted to say, first, cute house! Also, I really like your chalkboard idea -- might just try that, too! |
It's *really* not bad. I don't normally like dark grout and it took me a minute of looking at it before I thought "well, maybe a LITTLE lighter". It really is a nice textured look, but it competes a little with the cabinets. What size grout lines did you use? Maybe doing that grout with REALLY small lines would have worked. At any rate, I know I've seen the grout coloring pens at Lowes, so that might be something to investigate. It's certainly not an eye sore, just maybe not perfect. Over all gorgeous kitchen though, and great use of the Lowes AO--I love them! |
- Posted by alison_charleston (My Page) on Wed, Aug 17, 11 at 12:42
Thanks for all the feedback. I am going for the more vintage look. my house was built in the 1940s so I want to add some vintage cottage charm to it. The honed marble, white Ikea cabinets, black island. I think I will put on the switch plates and live with it for awhile before I do anything drastic. As Kates Kouros said, just not as I expected. I am going to work on the accessories in the kitchen and I am adding the Tolix style counter stools for the island. Thanks for the compliments. my kitchen is tiny plus with the W/D right there too it made for a challenging reno. the changes have helped a ton. Taking down the wall most of all. now I have a place to put groceries, or to fold clothes :) I love this site and welcome the feedback good and bad. It really helps so so much. The color of the grout is "Smoke Gray" it is premixed from Lowes. it is TEC brand. it hasn't been a week yet. so maybe it will lighten more. and I will like it more. I need to take some more pictures of the entire kitchen. Thanks again. Y'all are the BEST! |
We are using subway tile also and the tile place recommended just a slight difference in the grout color. The one they recommended was alabaster which we bought. Also the subway tiles we have do not need spacers, they have a small edge that keeps them separated slightly. I think your kitchen is beautiful but I do agree that the grey distracts a little from all the other beautiful features. |
i have to say i like it. it's a bold choice that not many would make because it seems to almost be counter-intuitive when considering super white tile. i think it's a very classic look. I realize it's a bathroom, but it's a similar look. The black trim on the mirror really helps the grout tie in, I think. Maybe you could bring in some darker accent pieces? |
- Posted by alison_charleston (My Page) on Wed, Aug 17, 11 at 17:00
OMG ladoladi!! I just pinned that on Pinterest!! too funny. I was looking at all the subway tiles on there for inspiration. I do have to say that I like the darker grout more than white grout. that I have decided. one thing I did do , was get rid of the jar of lemons. that seems to help. not sure why. Putting on receptacle covers. though I do need to find big ones to cover the crazy tile spacing. |
I have always liked a contrast in the grout and tile colors, when it comes to subway tiles. (Otherwise, it's hard to see the tile.) It actually looks more classic or vintage. I have to say like it, especially after looking at the pic that ladoladi posted. I think it helps seeing it finished. Also, what is your countertop and who did it for you?? |
I love it. But then again, I love lots of texture, especially when things are monochromatic. I think the dark grout really adds a lot of texture to the backsplash. So if you like it, then definitely leave it. If it will always bother you, then try to fix it. I would definitely live with it a while, though, before you commit to any re-doing. |
Hi Fellow Alison I love the grout and the nice contrast it offers against the countertop and cabinets. Just a thought but how would stainless receptacle covers look, pulling out your knob color. Anyway just had to say I love your kitchen. |
Looking at it a second time, I am liking it better. I love that bathroom pic too.... Sometimes, you need time to breathe with it for a while. |
- Posted by detroit_burb (My Page) on Wed, Aug 17, 11 at 19:24
LOVE LOVE LOVE it really looks like a 100 year old tile job. judging from the black on white items in the lovely glass cabinet above, that is exactly what you were after |
- Posted by wolfgang80 (My Page) on Wed, Aug 17, 11 at 19:25
I think your grout is great. |
- Posted by alison_charleston (My Page) on Wed, Aug 17, 11 at 20:09
aww y'all are too sweet. I definitely wanted the more vintage look than modern. my counter top is honed granite. since I have a whopping area I got some remnants. sink, counter top and install was $800 total. MVP Granite and Flooring is the place I got my sink and counter top. They were ok. I felt a bit snubbed and unwanted since I was such a small job. I went with all the GW suggestions to get honed and the 311 sealer. I must say no stains yet! and if there are any etches I dont see them. stainless covers. hmm didnt think about that. will have to look into that too. |
- Posted by joshuasamah (My Page) on Wed, Aug 17, 11 at 20:23
Alison your kitchen looks wonderful! When I looked at the closeup pics of just the tile, I thought the grout did look dark and understood how you felt. However, when looking your other pics which show the backsplash at more of a distance with your beautiful cabinets it looks perfect! |
- Posted by alison_charleston (My Page) on Wed, Aug 17, 11 at 20:33
granite?? I meant Carrera marble. |
I personally would have gone this route, I think it looks wonderful !! your marble is amazing also, it's a perfect combo. |
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I voted for Obama.
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I'm not alone.
Obama had a fund raising dinner at a hedge fund managers house in Brooklyn Heights last campaign. That hedge fund manager purchased his Brownstone home for 6 million dollars a year or so prior to the dinner. The hedge fund manager recently sold his Brownstone for 12 million dollars. Who needs Madoff when you are the 1%.
This film made by Obama and his campaign is propaganda at best.
The third reich made films also.
Here's a funny viral film about NYC. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRvJylbSg7o. It will be interesting to see if obama's video gets 3 million hits.
Wake up!
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Wake up to what? Hate speech… comparing the Obama administration to Nazi Germany??? Please!
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I wasn't comparing the Obama administration to Nazi germany. I just stated that the third reich made propaganda films too. You did the comparing. Interesting….
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So why even mention 'third reich' ??? Lame excuse!
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Isn't it amazing how racism comes into play. I voted for Obama primarily because he was black. I thought it would be wonderful for the country. As did Obama.You can find interviews with michele stating that she asked Obama does he think that politics can really change things. His answer was , "I don't know, but being a black president will. True I agree. I feel his intentions are good but he is a weak president that has made poor choices and I agree with very little of his politics. Peace, love and equality to all http://nativenotes.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/obama-doomsday.jpeg


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Samuel Carpenter, Sr. | |
Birthdate: | |
Birthplace: | Rehoboth, Bristol, Massachusetts |
Death: | Died in Rehoboth, Bristol, Massachusetts |
Place of Burial: | Newman Cemetery, East Providence, Providence, United States |
Immediate Family: |
Son of William "of Rehoboth" Carpenter; Abigail Carpenter and Abigail Carpenter |
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Historical records matching Samuel Carpenter, Sr.
Immediate Family
About Samuel Carpenter, Sr.
Samuel, the son of William and Abigail Carpenter lived in Rehoboth MA all his life. It was recorded that he advanced money to carry on "Phillips War". This may refer to the Wamponpag Indian leader which led the Indians in the worst New England Indian war, starting in 1675, when three Wamponpag Indian warriors were executed for the murder of a Christian Indian, an informer of an alleged Indian conspiracy against the whites. Phillip, Indian named Pometacom or Metacomet, the son of Mass.osoit, became the sachem of the Wamponpag Indians in 1662 and followed a peaceful policy for nine years, even though the Indians land was expropriated and they were pushed into a smaller and smaller area. When the 3 Indians were tried and executed he declared war. By 1676 however the whites gained strength and destroyed the Indians crops, captured their women and children, including Phillips wife and son. Finally, through bounties, an Indian traitor shot Philip near Bristol RI on Aug. 12, 1676. From all the gatherings, he was a man of fair ability, reliable, and a worthy citizen; probably not educated, as his father died when he was young, and the work of the farm which was given to him and his mother gave him no time for schooling.
Samuel was one of the purchasers in the North purchase, and land was allotted to him in the division of Feb. 5, 1671.
By the town council of Rehoboth it is agreed upon (as found on records of May 16, 1680) that William Blanding shall have one-half acre of land on the Common to build a house upon the edge of Rocky Hill. Lieut. Hunt, Samuel Carpenter and J. Peck were chosen to lay out the said land and set the expense of it and perfix the time when he shall build, which if he neglects, he shall forfeit the land to the town again.
I do not find Samuel acting as a Freeman until after the names of all the others have appeared in that capacity. From all the gatherings, he was a man of fair ability, reliable, and a worthy citizen; probably not educated, as his father died when he was young, and the work of the farm which was given to him and his mother gave him no time for schooling.
The will indicates that Samuel was the youngest by being the last named; and it appears that he was left under the care of his mother. They were apparently joint owners in the home farm.
Abiah did not have a house on the land given to him, and there was no indication that he had acquired a home for himself. The will provides that Samuel and his mother should assist him in building a house. The assistance of the mother would not have been required if Samuel had been of suitable age to have done the work. The circumstances tend to show that Abiah and Samuel were left under the directions and care of the mother, who proved to be a very capable woman. This view is confirmed by the will of William Carpenter as he gave to his wife, Abigail, the cloth in the house towards clothing herself and the children with her. Abiah and Samuel were the only ones of the family who were left at home, all the rest had homes of their own. Samuel gave at one time towards the expense of King Philip's war £11, 19 s., 5 d. Samuel and Abiah Carpenter, sons of Samuel, in connection with the settlement of their father's real estate, mention the name of their uncle John Carpenter (referring to John of Jamaica); also the names of Jacob and James, Sept.12, 1618, from which we have reason to infer that Jacob was then but had emigrated to parts unknown to the compiler. The following records relate to the settlement of Samuel's estate:
Know all men by these presents,- that I, Gilbert Brooks, and Sarah, my wife, of the Town of Rehoboth in the County of Bristol, do by these presents acknowledge the receipt in full and whole part of the third of the estate that was formerly Samuel Carpenter Senior's, deceased, of movables and stock, which is now divided between the said children. and amounting to the sum of £33, 6s. 8 d, likewise £3, 6s., 8 d.. in goods in lieu of her third part of a piece of land at Palmer's River, which the said Sarah had of her brother, John Readaway, as appears by deed of sale all of which amounted to £36, 17 s.. of which we, the said Gilbert and Sarah Brooks do fully acquit, discharge and exonerate William and Samuel Carpenter, administrators to the estate of the aforesaid Samuel Carpenter Senior, deceased, their heirs, executors or administrators of the full and whole part of her third of the said estate, excepting house and land.
In witness whereof, we, the said Gilbert and Sarah Brooks, both set our hands and seal this 20th day of January, 1687 or 1688.
The mark of Gilbert Brooks,-" B."
Sarah Brooks,-"S."
"Be it known unto all men by these presents that I, Gilbert Brooks, of the Town of Rehoboth, in the County of Bristol, Guardian unto Zachariah Carpenter and Abraham Carpenter, children to my beloved wife, Sarah Brooks, have received and had the day of making over the estate, and portions of the said Zachariah and Abraham, which was divided to them by the administrators of the estate of their father, Samuel Carpenter, late of Rehoboth, deceased, in lands and goods and utensils and money amounting to the sum of £58, 16 s., 6 d., of William Senior and Samuel Carpenter, administrators of the estate of the said Samuel Carpenter, deceased, hereby exonerating, acquitting and discharging the said administrators and their heirs, executors, and administrators of all due bequests and legacies due to the said children from their father's estate: to wit, both lands, goods and money, acknowledging ourselves fully satisfied, contented and paid.
In witness whereof, I, the said Gilbert Brooks do set my hands and seal this 17th day of December, "Anno Dom" 1688
The Mark of Gilbert Brooks,-" B."
Whereas Gilbert Brooks, late of Rehoboth, deceased, did on the 7th of December, 1688, retain the sum of œ58, 16s, 6d., in lands, goods, utensils, and money of William and Samuel Carpenter, administrators to the estate of Samuel Carpenter, formerly of Rehoboth, as guardian for two of the children of the said Samuel Carpenter; namely, Zachariah and Abraham Carpenter, as did appear by indication of particulars for which said Gilbert Brooks gave a receipt, as appears upon record upon the ninth and tenth pages of the (record) hook.
Now, know ye, that I, the above, said William Carpenter, with the consent of Captain Nicholas Peck, guardian in trust committed to us by the Court of Bristol, for said children have received in full the said childrens' portion, the whole thereof as above said, and do honorably, fully, and strictly exonerate, acquit, and discharge the said Gilbert Brooks, his heirs, executors, and administrators and every of them by those presents.
Witness my hands and seal this third day of July, one thousand, six hundred and ninety-five.
(Signed) WILLIAM CARPENTER."
Gilbert Brooks who married Sarah the widow of Samuel Carpenter, paid at one time towards the expenses of King Philip's war £3, 15S., 10d. Gilbert Brook's was chosen deputy to attend the General Court at Plymouth in 1679 again in 1681. In 1680 he was one of the selectmen of Rehoboth.
The burying ground in Rehoboth, now East Providence, where many of the early members of the Carpenter family are now buried, was visited by the compiler in 1844 and '45. He spent several days in the yard, and found it in a very dilapidated, condition; many of the stones were fallen, and lay on the ground, grown over by bushes, grass and weeds, and the accumulations of soil, which completely concealed them from view. Others had tipped partly over, and were sunken into the ground, so that their inscriptions could not be read. As many were righted as could well be done in the short time the compiler was there. The stones on which the slab rested on which the Carpenter Cost of Arms was engraved, (the noted stone to the memory of Daniel Carpenter) had sunken into the ground so that the slab was very far from being level; some portions of it resting nearly, if not quite on the ground, devoid of any regular form. The stone of Daniel's wife Susannah was in the same condition.
When he next visited the yard, about 50 years later in 1893, he found the slab on Daniel Carpenter's grave, had been raised to its proper height and place, but his wife Susannah's remained nearly the same as seen in 1844. He also found the stones that marked our worthy father William Carpenter and his wife Miriam's grave, taken up out of the swamp of blackberry bushes and vines, and now they lie at the foot of Daniel and Susannah's graves, side by side, with the letter-side up. The letters were very distinct, as if recently cut.
On the last visit, some of the family lots showed that they had received special care by the descendants, and were in elegant condition, corresponding with the present style of family lots. It is at this burial ground that William Carpenter. No. 16, and wife Abigail are supposed to be buried, but the compiler was unable to find a stone that marked their graves. William resided here only about 13 years before he died, and must have been one of the first buried in this yard.
It is a beautiful piece of ground directly in front of the Newman Meeting house, only a few rods from it. The Chapel is still called the "Newman Meeting house." It has been renovated several times since occupied by the Rev. Mr. Newman. The Newman residence was not far from this church; both being in the central part of the Common, around which, in a semi-circle, the settlers built their houses.
The compiler was unable to find any atone that marked the grave of Samuel Carpenter, son of William No. 16. He found two stones among the vines (in '93) marked "S. C.", the letters being very plain, and concluded that one of them was probably for the head, and the other the foot stone of Samuel Carpenter, on which no dates could he found.
Only two of the five brothers were buried in this yard, John died at Jamaica, L. 1., Joseph at Barrington or Swansea, Mass., and Abiah at Pawtuxet, R. I.
It was found recorded on the town book that the town of Rehoboth voted to fence this burying ground with stone in 1680, and this old stone fence still stands in very good condition.
Samuel Carpenter, Sr.'s Timeline
1636 |
March 1, 1636
1637 |
March 1, 1637
1638 |
Rehoboth, Bristol, Massachusetts
1660 |
May 25, 1660
Age 22
Rehoboth, Bristol County, Plymouth Colony
1661 |
September 15, 1661
Age 23
Rehoboth, (Present Bristol County), Plymouth Colony (Present Massachusetts)
Age 23
1664 |
January 11, 1664
Age 26
Rehoboth, Bristol, Massachusetts, United States
1665 |
February 10, 1665
Age 27
Rehoboth, Bristol, Massachusetts, United States
1668 |
April 12, 1668
Age 30
Rehoboth, Bristol, Massachusetts, United States
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September 5, 1670
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Buss: Plastic plague hits mother earth
I've downed a lot of bottled water in my day. Our friend, the ocean, is chock-full of my empties. Yours too, I imagine. Together, we help make the U. S. the world's leading consumer of bottled water. Don't know about you, but I'm not particularly proud of the achievement. Truth be known, I feel a little duped.
Bottled water is convenient to tote on long hikes in the woods or on treadmills to nowhere. TV ads, what with the sparkling clear fluid gushing down a sweat-drenched health nut's throat, come off trendy and intellectually cool. Plus, experience tells us that the water shown in said TV spot is refreshing, and only costs a buck a bottle.
However, for all its convenience, profitability and supposed purity, bottled water has many detractors. This is one issue liberal and conservative thinkers genuinely agree. Something constructive must be done about the "empty" bottled water and plastic container industry.
Beyond safe drinkability, the FDA does not get heavily involved in the bottled vs. tap water dispute. Tap and bottled water sources are equally scrutinized by federal and state authorities. However, when empty plastic bottles suffocate oceans and landfills, it becomes a different matter. Here, the EPA does have a dog in the fight, along with the Sierra Club, National Geographic, American Dental Association, U.S. Conference of Mayors, All About Water.org, Container Recycling Institute, Earth Policy Institute and countless other environmental websites and educational science studies.
A number of these sites state that tap water is cleaner than most bottled brands. The American Dental Association concludes most bottled water contains little or no fluoride. By the same token, the American Society of Civil Engineers' tap water database warns that many municipal water systems are aging and few new standards have been adopted to deal with potential contaminants. The concern is that as city coffers hurt for money, corners in public works and other areas could be cut.
We'll bypass the argument of which is purer, tap or bottled water, and consider the potential for a plastic plague upon mother earth and sea. Some things we do know.
Scientists estimate it takes 750 to 1,000 years for a plastic water bottle to biodegrade. And so you can see how easy it is to visualize empties from a $15 billion empire floating aimlessly in the sea.
Broken down in cost per ounce, a gallon of bottled water is more expensive than a gallon of gasoline. Plus, energy studies show that to meet America's demand for clear plastic bottles and containers requires 1.5 million barrels of crude oil per year. This translates to the ability to fuel 100,000 midsize automobiles for a year.
In the classic movie, "The Graduate," young Benjamin (Dustin Hoffman) had just graduated from college and became the reluctant focus of a party tossed for him by his wealthy parents. An old coot corners Ben and offers a single piece of advice. Now remember, the movie was made in 1967.
Coot: I just want to say one word to you, Ben. Just one word.
Ben: Yes, sir.
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Ben: Yes. I am.
Coot: Plastics
Ben: Exactly what do you mean, sir?
If plastic was the word as far back as the '60s, maybe it's time for a new word.
When the sacker at the local supermarket asks if you prefer paper or plastic, just say, "I have my own recyclable bag."
I know this is more than one word, but we have to start somewhere.
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