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If it makes you happy,
It canít be that bad.
If it makes you happy
Then why the hell are you so sad
-Sheryl Crow
He waited his whole damn life,
To take that flight,
And as the plane crashed down, he thought,
ëWell isnít that nice?í...
And who would have thought
It figures?
-Alanis Morrisette
Well, you have to have some hope. You canít just give up. There always is some kind of hope, no matter how bad it looks. And if you donít believe in God, well you have to believe in something, someone that is trying to help you, and looking out for you.
-A good friend of mine
Sometimes being a bitch is all a woman has to hold on to.
-Dolores Claiborne
Sometimes, being bitter is all I have to hold on to.
-My own variation of the above quote
If it is such a big fucking problem, too bad. Why should I change so you can be happy?
-A friend, Alexis
One day, I meet Mrs. Anita Bryant.
She told me this, ìAll homosexuals shall rot in Hell,
Where Snakes and Serpents shall torment you while
The devil watches in glee, as punishment for your disgusting actively.î
And I said to her, ìMrs. Anita Bryant, with all due respect
That I am sure you deserve, however which I shall not show you,
It is nice to see you preaching about something you are kin to: Snakes.
-I wrote that
Happy birthday Oasis! Youíre one year old now. At last, you hit a milestone. Kudos to you! As you can tell, I am a big fan of Alanis. Any one else a fan?
Kudos to Clinton on beating the pants of Bob Dole. Dole always reminded me of that wrinkly old eccentric uncle at the family reunion. You know the one that everyone told you to go say hi to, the one who would always say, ìCome sit on my lap!î in a real raspy voice. The day after Election Day, in my US History class, me and this one girl sat there making fun of the die hard Dole freak in our class and did a little victory jig. Itís so petty of me, but I can be very petty.
Also, I got some reader trÈs angry in my October column. Sorry, that is just the way I feel. Of the kids I know that are Republicans, they are very conservative; you know, anti-abortion, anti-gay, anti-United Nations. Some arenít as radical, but look at Pat Buchanan. I thought there were laws for keeping people like that in check. That is what Golding thought society did. A little history on him: He wrote Lord of The Flies. He wrote it after World War II. Now, many say that society corrupts criminals, like Dahmer, and all those nuts. He thought just the opposite; mainly society keeps people in check. And when there is no check or control on people, the devil that he thought is in all of us, surfaces. You should read the book.
However, it was the Republicans who got that Defense of Marriage Act through Congress. Clinton just signed it as election insurance. Dole did run radio ads saying Clinton was corrupting America by letting gays in the military. It was checked by an ad mentioning the DOMA. Wasnít it Buchanan who said he would be damned if he let any gays in his administration? And I do believe I read at an Internet site that was setup by the Republicans, an outline of the party platform. And it said clearly that since gay mostly vote Democrat, they would take measures to ìinsure that this sinful activity is made illegal.î The Republicans have our welfare in mind. They would probably change the Pledge of Allegiance to ìLiberty and justice for straight people.î Now Iím all riled up.
By the way, that break means a time lapse. A day or so, I guess. I am not as bitter now. Just very tired of fighting a loosing battle. But I try my hardest not to be defeated. I guess my mom is all right with it. My dad, well, is my dad. But it still isnít something I go around discussing with them.
In Robís column last month he mentioned about him not going to church anymore. That just made me reflect on my own view points. Karl Marx did after all say, ìReligion is the opiate of the masses,î which is kind of true. I am not a religious person by any means. Take the weekend of 9/11 through 11/11(9th of November through 11th of November. Itís just the way I date things. But I am not going to get into that). It is considered sacred by my religion, to be more precise, the day before and after the new moon in November. I am usually in a good mood, but this time I really wasnít. Religion has lost itís fascination with me. I think it comes with growing up; you turn cynical. However, following my friendís advice, I try to believe in some force helping me. I try to hold on to some hope.
I know I am not going to do well on my report card. By the time you all will be reading this, I will have gotten it already, and the bomb would have exploded. My bitch of a sister blew the whistle that I was getting a C in Math Analysis. She found out because my clueless Math Analysis teacher blew the whistle to her. So my mom kept asking me what went wrong. I told her I was under a lot of pressure and it was very stressful. And then she asked, ìOh, is ëthat thingí bothering you? We settled that...î At that point, I lost it and yelled, ìWhy do all my problems seem to boil down to that!?!?!î She stayed quite after that. I just want her to say ìOkay, Iím cool with that.î I wonder if Iíll hear it from her. So stressful.
Do not get me wrong. I have always tried my hardest to get good grades. I have always tried to do my best in school. My sister is the fucking valedictorian of her class. School has almost always come first for me. In my Honors classes, I have gotten a B+, B+, A, B, C and C. And that is pretty damn good for the classes I take. I say almost because, when I get sick, I donít get a little dinky cold. No way. I get the flu/allergy attack from hell. I had the worst allergy attack of the season on the 2nd of November. And it is still lingering with me, just little sniffles, that is more because it is cold enough to freeze a Lean Cuisine outside.
Just to give you an idea of how cold it is. Cleveland, which I think is only some 500 miles away from here, got 44î of snow. I know someone who is from Toronto. And she tells me it gets cold as the Arctic there in winter. And she knows someone who lives in Nova Scotia, and itís even colder up there. I was once in Nova Scotia (Yes Matt, and Rob, would you believe Sydney? Long time ago) during the winter, and it was SO COLD! I got frostbite. I was also there during the summer, and was much more pleasant. In New Jersey, summers can go into the hundreds and winters can go below zero. My room is on the top floor of the house, and it is unbearably cold. However, my bed is nice and toasty and comfy, with nice flannel sheets and a nice warm blanket and comforter. So nice and warm, ëcause after all, the most important thing I can think of happens there. Sleep, not just sex! Get that dirty little thought out of your sick minds!
And I have made school so important, or maybe because the classes I have are so demanding, I had to go to school the last day of the term, only to find out it had be extended by a day. I was so sick; my sinuses felt ready to explode and take my head with them. But I still had to give a presentation to my US History class, a review day in Math Analysis, a test in Chemistry, and a test in Geometry. So stressful. I try too hard.
I try to impress people; sometimes they are easily impressed, and others want me to change. I do a lot of things, BUT ONE THING I WILL NEVER DO IS CHANGE MYSELF TO PLEASE OTHERS!!!!! That is so unlike me, and if someone has a problem with who I am, they are the ones who are gonna have to live with it, not me. I would rather die then change myself to please someone else.
I need to have someone in my life I can really open up to. But I donít. I want to have someone I can talk to about what matters to me. But I donít. I need to have someone who can make me smile. But I donít. I need to have someone who gives good head. But I donít. Oh well. I need to have someone who is cute, smart and funny, someone I can relate to. But I donít. I probably wouldnít be bitter if I did have someone in my life like that. I probably wonít find out for some time.
There is a gay/lesbian/bisexual youth group near where I live. However, I am not the one to ask my parents to drive me to where it is. I spoke to the person in charge, and he said there was someone who came there from my high school. Life is sometimes just a little too good for me.
In last monthís column, I mentioned that Oasis was involved in my coming out business. My parents said that I should have turned here for advice. I think they were not listening to me when I told them what this is. They said if I had questions, I should have asked them. Now, I have a question for you: Who here, in their right mind, go to their parents and say ìGee mom/dad, I have some questions about sex, and I think I might be gay/bi. What should I do?î and still keep a straight face? Who can do that? I demand to know. Parents are so, in a word, child-like in that sense. Did mine really think that I would go up to them and start talking about my sexuality? I donít think so! Who would? Who is that open with their parents? E-mail me on that. I started to write for Oasis not because I had questions, but because it was something I wanted to. I love doing this; I think this is a great web site and hope it doesnít go anywhere.
Sorry this is depressing. I will try to make it fun next month. Those first 2 quotes are so cool. Alanis rules! Sheryl Crow is pretty cool also.
And Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah, and Happy New Year, and Happy Winter Solstice, and Happy-Every-Other-Holiday-In-December-In-Case-I-Forgot-Any. And people, e-mail and cheer me up, k? See ya!


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"Toppenish Man Sentenced To 188 Months Imprisonment for Aggravated Sexual Abuse"
Spokane – Michael C. Ormsby, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington, announced that Elijah Sweowat, age 37, of Toppenish, Washington, was sentenced for the crime of aggravated sexual abuse. On April 17, 2012, the Honorable Fred Van Sickle sentenced Elijah Sweowat to a term of 188 months imprisonment with 5 years of supervision to follow when released from prison. He will also be required to register as a sex offender when released from prison. Elijah Sweowat has been in custody
since November 30, 2011.
Elijah Sweowat was convicted following a three day jury trial in federal District Court in Yakima, Washington. Trial began on November 28, 2011 and concluded with the Elijah Sweowat's conviction on November 30, 2011. Evidence introduced at trial established that 1during the early morning hours of August 9, 2009, Elijah Sweowat sexually assaulted a female relative at a residence in Wapato, Washington, within the external boundaries of the Yakama Nation and on trust land. The victim testified at trial
about the sexual assault. DNA evidence collected from Elijah Sweowat, his clothing, and the victim was also introduced as evidence at trial. Both Elijah Sweowat and the victim are enrolled members of the Yakama Nation.
Michael C. Ormsby, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington, said,"the United States Attorney's Office, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Yakama Tribal Police Department are committed to investigating and prosecuting violent crime occurring on the Yakama Nation Reservation."
This investigation was conducted by the Yakama Tribal Police Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. This case was prosecuted by James Goeke, an Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington.


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The Blood Type Diet Archives Volume 3
Posted By: BirdieDate: February-28, 1998 at 03:15:15
In Response To: Re: pinworms-What are the symptoms? (Lois)
Start eating lots and lots of garlic, preferrably elephant garlic. Also, get fresh pineapple (grapefruit and papaya as well ate excellent) and have this in the am. The worms are made of protein and the enzymes in pineapple (not canned!!) et al will help break them down as you kill them off. Wormwood Leaf, Black Walnut , Clove, Quassi, Echinacea Root, Golden Seal, Butternut Bark, Chaparro, Marshmellow Root makes for a broad spectrum anti-parasite remedy. If you go to http://www.calorad.com and look up ParAttack - this is a new herbal remedy that I've heard good reports about. I've never known the drugs they give for parasites to work in anybody that has had thm. You can test for pinworm at home using a piece of scotch tape to pick up the eggs they exit and lay around the anus. The test has to be done as soon as you wake up. A friend had them for over a year - the AMA medications did not work. You do have to maintain a very strict level of hygene to get rid of them, changing - washing bed sheets daily. Witch Hazel is an excellent external anti-septic to use on yourself in the bathroom.....Don't feed them any sweets!!!!!! Good Luck! Birdie


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Barbara McGowan
- B.A. in history and philosophy, The Catholic University of America
- M.A. in American culture, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
- Ph.D. in American culture and history, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Current Courses Taught
- HIST 101 Introduction to the Study of History
- HIST 242 The United States, 1877-1980
- HIST 370 Topics in American Social and Cultural History: Film
- HIST 371 American Lives: Biographical and Autobiographical Approaches
- WGS 200 Women in American History
- WGS 300 Advanced Topics: Gender and Film
Awards and Honors
- Woodrow Wilson Fellow
- Severy Teaching Awards
- Wisconsin Council for Humanities Grants for Local Programs
Recent Publications and Presentations
- Article on "Beauty in American Culture" for "Facts on File," 2007
- Article on "New England Girlhood" for Encyclopedia of New England History, 2005
- Review of "Hope in a Jar: The Making of America's Beauty Culture" in "The Historian," fall 2000
- Entries on "The Feminine Mystique, Women in the Modern World," "George Gilder and Sexual Suicide" in the "Handbook of American Women's History," Sage Publications, 2000
- Reviewed letters of Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton for "History Teacher"
- Reviewed biograpy of Lou Hoover for "Annals of Iowa History"
- Source for political stories in South Bend Tribune, Raleigh News-Observer, St. Paul Pioneer Press
Areas of Interest
- Twentieth-century American political and social history
- American women's history
- History and film


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Paterson Has the #3 Most Expensive Auto Insurance in the State
Thursday, April 10, 2014 • 3:24pm
Paterson drivers pay an average of $2,398 a year to insure their vehicles. This makes the Silk City the third most expensive according to a new report released by ValuePenguin.com, a personal finance website. The analysts note that rates here are 21% higher than the New Jersey state average of $1,982.
The two cities that were more expensive and ranked higher were Newark and Passaic, with annual rates of $2,443 and $2,407, respectively. On the other end, the cheapest cities were Hillsborough, Bridgewater, and Toms River, with rates of $1,364, $1,385, and $1,593, respectively.
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>> Sofia Coppola has collaborated with Louis Vuitton on a capsule collection of shoes and bags in the past, but for the brand's Resort 2012 collection, her sphere of influence was taken a bit further. Coppola chose the venue for the presentation — the Pool Room of the Four Seasons Hotel in New York — and served as "official muse" for the collection — which was based on her personal style — consulting on all areas of design.
"Oh my God, for me it's really fun," Coppola said. "I'm happy to give my opinion of, I wish I could have this or that." The collection's Eiffel Tower print, for instance, is a nod to her current hometown of Paris. "I told [Vuitton design director Julie De Libran] I want a new wardrobe," Coppola added — and thus, the collection is based on her favorite shapes, including a denim tunic dress.
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I'll tell you a little secret: I'm a Food Network junkie. Show me how to cook something, and I'm transfixed. So when the opportunity arose to review Cooking Academy for the iPhone, I jumped at it – not because I thought it was going to teach me something about cooking, but because I just can't resist cooking – even when it's just a theme for a fairly benign game.
Cooking Academy places you in a generic school for aspiring chefs. In order to move up the ranks, you have to learn to cook a series of dishes, ranging from appetizers like gyoza to full-fledged main courses. One of the real strong points of Cooking Academy is the sheer number of dishes you have to work your way through. Assuming you just peruse one or two challenges each time you play, it should take you quite a while to finally reach the end of everything the game has to offer.
The game's controls should be familiar to anyone who has played a game like this (even, say, Fruit Ninja) or a more complicated rhythm-style game. Each dish has a variety of steps. For instance, Gyoza requires you to tap on the dough to roll it out, tap ingredients to cook them, slide your finger to drag ingredients to the dough, slide your finger to roll up the dough and tap repeatedly to "dimple" the dough into the familiar gyoza shape. Tired yet? You will be eventually, as this is one of the simplest "recipes." Speed and accuracy are of the essence, so the game nicely provides a practice mode to help you build up your chef skills.
The graphics and sounds are simple and straightforward and don't really do much to help Cooking Academy stand out from other similar games. A unique artistic style would have been nice to see, as would a menu that focused on a particular nationality's cuisine. Instead you get a mish-mash of cultural foods with a very white bread graphical style and the highly unusual inclusion of banjo music in the background for some odd reason. There isn't a unifying design dominating the game, and that really could help the overall appeal of playing Cooking Academy.
Cooking Academy is a basic, light little game that has some great ideas and controls but a weak graphical style. That said, it still provides some of the vicarious thrills a wanna-be Iron Chef like me desires.
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Best PS4 games trailers so far
Sony has used its PlayStation launch event to reveal the first games confirmed to appear on the PS4
Sony has given eager gamers their first glance at the games that will appear on the PS4 console, taking over the main stage with a host of live demos and pre-rendered trailers at its reveal event last night. As well as some familiar faces, there were several new titles revealed to whet appetites for the console's launch later in the year. We've added the trailers, as well as our initial impressions, below.
Leading the charge was Knack, a cartoonish adventure game developed by Sony's Japan Studio. Lead developer Mark Cerny, who was introduced as the PS4's system architect, revealed a colourful platformer based around a robot that can radically change size at will. It showed off the PS4's powerful physics engine, whiich is able to model huge numbers of objects at once without any slowdown.
Bungie's next game was always going to generate hype, especially as it was confirmed to be coming to Sony hardware for the first time since 2001's Oni. Destiny is an open-world shooter set in a persistent online world, where players can come and go, joining up with friends or forming alliances that the developers don't control.
Jonoathan Blow made his name with the fantastic indie platformer Braid, and has committed to the PS4 for his next release, The Witness. It's a puzzler set in an open world where everything has a purpose but players can approach each challenge in the way they want, rather than in the same way as everyone else. It has a distinctly Myst-like vibe, with colourful graphics and a mesmerising soundtrack.
Motorstorm developer Evolution has apparently been waiting a decade to bring Driveclub to reality - it trademarked the name nine years ago. The multiplayer racer lets players join different car clubs to challenge groups of other players on open roads in some of the most realistic cars ever seen in a game. Modelling individual strands of carbon fibre may sound like overkill, but the visduals speak for themselves.
Rather than a straight sequel, Infamous: Second Son spins off the series into an X-Men-inspired action game where people with superhuman powers are rounded up and hunted down by an authoritarian government. A new hero and a new city should please Infamous fans, but we would be surprised if Cole didn't pop up along the way.
Geurilla games famously announced Killzone 2 in the run-up to the PlayStation 3's launch with a reveal trailer so good it could have easily been used for last night's event, but it turned out to be a hopelessly ambitious render that the developers simply couldn't pull off in it's entirety. We were somewhat surprised to see a new Killzone for the PS4, and will unfortunately remain sceptical until we see it in action on final hardware.
Watch_Dogs was one of the highlights of this year's E3 trade show, with graphics that looked above and beyond what the current generation of console hardware was capable of. Its PS4 reveal came as little surprise, but the new gameplay footage was just enough to keep us excited for its end-of-year launch.
Capcom used its slot on stage to demo a new game engine, rather than demo anything currently in development. Panta Rhei will power the majority of Capcom's output for next generation consoles, and it certainly looks pretty, although we were secretly hoping for a new Street Fighter game.
Finally, a brief and surprising announcement came from Blizzard, revealing it was bringing PC click-fest Diablo 3 to both PS3 and PS4, although no gameplay footage was shown.
Although there's no guarantee any of the titles on show will appear on launch day, they are a good indication of the level of power available from the console.


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(Season 2 | Episode 3) 52:47 minutes
Ends 12/31/15. \'What Is Dead May Never Die.\' At the Red Keep, Tyrion plots three alliances through the promise of marriage. Catelyn arrives in the Stormlands to forge an alliance of her own. But King Renly, his new wife Margaery, and her brother Loras Tyrell have other plans in mind. Balon Greyjoy maps out his strategy of attack while, at Winterfell, Luwin tries to decipher Bran\'s dreams.


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Skyline Gallery
Now open through January 6, 2013
We're celebrating Chicago's place in American magic. This interactive, family-oriented exhibition invites you to don a magician's cape, explore the secrets of the craft, learn about magicians who performed in Chicago, and discover the wonders of the magic shop along with Greta, a young girl hoping to learn the secrets of magic.
Magical Giveaway
From now through January 6 the first 100 guests will receive a commemorative deck of cards in celebration of Magic while supplies last.
Also, while at the museum, grab one of the kid's maps to help guide your adventure and enter to win a trip for four to Orlando or one of three Family Prize Packs.
Grand Prize
One magical trip to Orlando for a family of four in celebration of Magic, the museum's newest family exhibition
Three Family Prize Packs
- Tickets for a family of four to a sporting or cultural event
- One-year family membership to the Museum
- One-night hotel accommodation at a Chicago hotel
- Radio Disney Prize Pack
- $100 Visa gift card
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Open to legal residents of the States of Illinois and Indiana, age 16 years and younger as of entry date. One entry per person. Entries must be filled out completely to be eligible.
Entries for the Grand Prize must be received by January 6, 2013. All travel accommodations will be chosen by the sponsor. One winner will be selected at random on January 11, 2013.
Entries for the Family Prize Packs must be received by June 8, 2013. Prize includes one hotel room for four and hotel will be chosen by the sponsor. Three winners will be selected at random on November 9, 2012, March 8, 2013 and June 14, 2013. For complete contest rules, visit http://radio.disney.go.com/media/music/yourstation/ads/rules_chicago_historykidsstyle.pdf.
Magician Performances
Curious how magic looks in action? Professional magicians roam our halls, mystifying visitors with their magic performances.
Through January 6, 2013
- Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Sundays, 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Select weekdays, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, January 2 – Friday, January 5
David Kovac
Wednesday, January 2 – Sunday, January 6
David Kovac has presented his Random Acts of Magic in every kind of venue wowing audiences with fascinating feats involving newspapers, numbers, Rubik's Cubes, secret envelopes, and the world's most impossible card tricks.
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Read articles about the Magic exhibition written by curator John Russick.
Behind the Scenes
View photographs taken during the creation of the Magic exhibition.
Magic is made possible by gifts from the Kipper Family Foundation, the Crown Family Fund for Exhibitions and Programs, and the Segal Family Foundation. The object theater is made possible by The Jacob and Rosaline Cohn Foundation.


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According to an anonymous picture sent to Beer Street Journal, Sierra Nevada cans have been sighted. Check out my previous post about Sierra Nevada canning their beers here.
After the jump, read more about the rise of canning in the craft beer industry
Cask Brewing System is a Canadian based company that produced and sold the first canning line for beers. The company's technical sales representative Jamie Gordon reported that the sales of US craft beers packaged in cans grew 700% last year, and called the demand for canning lines in the past 24 months as "quite spectacular". For the past six years, Cask Brewing System has dealt exclusively in canning lines. In 2011, they sold 50 canning lines, and in 2012 they're expecting to sell as many as 70.
I have previously said that I was not a fan of craft beer being canned. I actually was drinking 21st Amendment's Bitter American during Super Bowl Sunday, which is canned, and did not have a bad experience with it. It seems they're growing on me, so hopefully I don't have any bad experiences with them. I won't lie, it also felt great crushing the can in my hand after I poured it into a pint glass. So it looks like I've got that to look forward to if my favorite beers are going to be canned in the future!


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lizzieee007 on 9/7/2013 3:40:00 AM more reviews by lizzieee007
Age: 19-24 Skin: Dry, Fair Hair: Brunette Eyes: Green
This stuff is incredible! I use it after waxing or epilating. It takes away redness, prevents and treats ingrown hairs AND if you get those gross scabby dots that last forever after epilating this will completely take care of that! I forgot about it until I tried the wax again and will be keeping this in stock from now on! The spray bottle is also really convenient and it's the least greasy oil I've used. You could even use it as a leg or arm moisturizer during the summer to give you some gorgeous shiny skin. Seriously though.. This deserves five stars more than any product out there and it's all natural! Wow! You will never have a bump or dot on your skin again if you use this!
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lashandbrow on 8/19/2013 8:40:00 PM more reviews by lashandbrow
Age: 19-24 Skin: Acne-prone, Fair, Warm Hair: Brunette, Straight, Fine Eyes: Green
For those of you epilating and waxing --- this is your answer!
Gets rid of razor bumps and burns.
My boyfriend even uses it for his razor burn on his face.
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lylasmum on 2/2/2013 2:25:00 PM more reviews by lylasmum
Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination, Medium, Warm Hair: Brunette, Straight, Medium Eyes: Brown
This product is my HG for easy and quick removal of wax residue on my skin. It has excellent spreadability so a little goes a long way. It costs around $7 or $8 CAD for 2 oz. but I found a 2-pack on Amazon for just $12.79. This oil soothes and calms my just-waxed skin and leaves it very soft and not greasy at all. I don't know why I have never seen this product (spray bottle) sold in stores just on its own. The little glass vials they include in Parissa kits are so hard to un-cap and when you dispense the oil it gets all over the vial. I just want to say to haters of liquid wax: YOU CAN'T EXPECT WAX RESIDUE TO COME OFF WITH JUST SOAP & WATER. This product does the job effortlessly. FYI, I am an absolute beginner at self-waxing. I use GiGi All Purpose Honee wax (non-microwave kind). This azulene oil made my first waxing experience very pleasant, effective, and encouraging!!!
*** TIP: For controllability, spritz product into a tiny measuring bowl or onto a tea bag rest and then just take a little at a time with your index finger. No mess, no waste!
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pixelprincess on 2/7/2012 12:36:00 PM more reviews by pixelprincess
Age: 25-29 Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Neutral Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium Eyes: Hazel
I'm not sure if this product makes the hair grow in finer or it's just the repeated waxing but my hair has become much finer after using this and waxing for a few months. However, I like it because it cleans off the left over wax and makes my skin feel so smooth. It does seem to help calm it down after a wax.
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*TOP REVIEWER* flairgirl8 on 9/25/2011 2:11:00 PM more reviews by flairgirl8
Age: 36-43 Skin: Other Hair: Other Eyes: Other
I love how soothing this product is on just-waxed skin. Really helps calm down the redness and help prevent ingrown hairs when used with B&C Skin Tight. I will typically use this 2-3 times on the day I wax and then once or twice daily thereafter. Absolutely makes a difference in calming my skin down. This product is a bright blue color not because of dyes, but because of the natural anti-inflammatory ingridient, azulene.
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Did not receive my order of eye therapy
By Susi q
from Iowa
Comments about Perricone MD Advanced Eye Area Therapy:
I ordered the eye therapy for a second time, it was charged to my card but never received the product or samples I chose. Very disappointing because it is expensive. I'm constantly getting compliments on my skin and I tell them what I use but no more.
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Amazing Eye Treatment!
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I have been using Advanced Eye Area Therapy for years.Though I have tried other products, this particular creme does wonders for my beautiful, aging 65 year old eye area. The skin immediately absorbs the creme, rendering those dry lines almost invisible. I cannot really say that the eye area puffiness is so drastically reduced. Puffiness is the issue I would really like to see addressed with a more visible result.My daily routine is Advanced Eye Area Therapy with Photo Plasma on the rest of my face and neck. I love the fact that these products are paraben free!
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I would not buy this product again
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This product didn't work for me. I do not see any difference and I've been using it for 4 months. I will not reorder it. Also, the product became watery and I stopped using it.
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I use it morning and night, I love that it is great underneath my eye cream. It also does not make my concealer crease. My eyes look rejuvenated!!!
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This eye cream is fantastic for eyes/skin that is very delicate and thin and needs extra care and sensitivity. It greatly diminishes the blue tint almost immediately. It is the perfect consistency, not too light, not to greasy, not to oily, doesn't pure, looks awesome under concealer and makeup.I couldn't live without it! I am addicted to it. And I have tried 10 zillion different eye creams with no prevail!


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This section includes general tools, guidance & examples related to the implementation of the UN Guiding Principles.
1. Tools & guidance
2. Examples of implementation & uses
"Respecting Human Rights - An Introductory Guide for Business", German Global Compact Network, twentyfifty, German Institute for Human Rights, 2013
- [Deutsch] "Menschenrechte achten - Ein Leitfaden für Unternehmen", Deutsches Global Compact Network, twentyfifty, DIMR, 2012
"Practical Guide for Human Rights and Businesses - Based on: Guiding principles on business and human rights: Implementing the United Nations "Protect, Respect and Remedy" Framework"" [Costa Rica]
Cegesti (Costa Rica), Dec 2013
"Report: Business and Human Rights Workshop – Putting the Ruggie-Framework and the Guiding Principles into Practice [Berlin, 15 Apr]"
CSR Europe, 26 Jul 2013
Includes information on human rights practices & policies of ArcelorMittal, Cerrejón, Daimler, Deutsche Telekom, Enel, Hitachi, HP, Nestlé, Total, Vattenfall.
"Business and Human Rights Reporting and Assurance Frameworks Initiative ("RAFI")", Shift & Mazars, Oct 2013
"Shift and Mazars, in liaison with the Human Rights Resource Centre for ASEAN, have launched a global consultative initiative to develop public reporting and assurance frameworks based on the UN Guiding Principles." Includes feedback on discussion paper.
"A guide to business and human rights: How human rights can add value to your business", UK Equality & Human Rights Commission, Mar 2013
Focuses on small businesses
- videos: "Small and Medium sized Enterprises & Human Rights" [in English; also available subtitled in French, German, Italian, Polish, Spanish]
"What Executives Need to Know (and Do) About Human Rights", Anthony P. Ewing, Columbia Law School & Logos Consulting Group, Feb 2013
"Why human rights matter: Background reader", Danish Institute for Human Rights, Jan 2013
Focus on extractive industry
"State of Play: The Corporate Responsibility to Respect Human Rights in Business Relationships", Institute for Human Rights and Business & Global Business Initiative on Human Rights, 3 Dec 2012
"Human rights due diligence process: a practical guide to implementation for oil and gas companies", IPIECA, Nov 2012
Corporate Implementation of the Guiding Principles - A Guide on How to Review Company Performance and Implement the Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, INCAS Consulting, Oct 2012
"Four Questions to Guide Human Rights Reporting", Virginia Terry, Director, Advisory Services, BSR (Business for Social Responsibility), 28 Aug 2012
"Implementing the UN Guiding Principles in your Supply Chain: Handbook & Toolkit", Social Accountability Intl., Jul 2012
"Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights: Employers' Guide", Intl. Organisation of Employers (IOE), Feb 2012
"Respecting Human Rights – Organisational Capacity Assessment Instrument", Global Compact Network Germany & TwentyFifty, 2012
"Human Rights Maturity Model", Canadian Human Rights Commission, 2012
To help organizations foster and sustain such a [human rights] culture, the CHRC developed the Human Rights Maturity Model (HRMM).
"The corporate responsibility to respect human rights: An interpretative guide", Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Nov 2011
The UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights: Relationship to UN Global Compact Commitments, United Nations Global Compact, Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, Jul 2011
"Human Rights and Responsible Business Practices: Frequently Asked Questions", adidas Group, Jul 2011
"Human Rights Training & Engagement", BSR (date unknown)
Understanding the corporate responsibility to respect human rights
Human Rights and Business Dilemmas Forum (produced jointly by the United Nations Global Compact and Maplecroft), undated
2. Examples of implementation & uses
"[video] Unilever's approach to implementing the UN Guiding principles on Business and Human Rights", Unilever (interview with John Ruggie, former Special Representative on business & human rights), 28 Apr 2014
"Advancing Human Rights Across Our Operations", Unilever, 1 April 2014
"Resources on human rights for smaller businesses", Directorate-General for Enterprise and Industry, European Commission, Mar 2013
- "De-mystifying Human Rights for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises" [PDF]: case studies: Sealock (industrial adhesives, France), StartPeople (temporary employment & recruitment agency, Poland), Van Bavel (business gifts & promotional items, Belgium), Danimex (communications technology, Denmark), Farmahem/ФАРМАХЕМ (laboratory supplies & environmental consulting, Macedonia)
- full guide: "A guide to human rights for small and medium-sized enterprises", developed by Global CSR, Dec 2012
- videos: "Small and Medium sized Enterprises & Human Rights" [in English; also available subtitled in French, German, Italian, Polish, Spanish]
"Respecting Human Rights Through Global Supply Chains", Shift, report of workshop, Jan 2013
- Participating companies include Anglo-Gold Ashanti, Codelco, Coca-Cola, The Walt Disney Company, Ericsson, Hitachi, McDonalds, PVH, Total and Unilever
"Why human rights matter: a resource guide for integrating human rights into Communities and Social Performance work at Rio Tinto", Rio Tinto, Jan 2013
"How Microsoft Did It: Implementing the Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights", Dan Bross, Senior Director, Microsoft Corporate Citizenship, 4 Dec 2012
"Developing Global Human Rights Auditing Standards", Shift, 12 Nov 2012
Mazars, Shift and the Human Rights Resource Centre for ASEAN collaborate to develop human rights auditing standards
"Conference report: Business and human rights: implementing the Guiding Principles one year on", Wilton Park, 27-29 Jun 2012
- Podcast recorded at the conference also provided, contributors include: Dan Baer, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Democracy, Human Rights and Labor, US Department of State; Alex Guáqueta, Lecturer, School of International Studies, Flinders University; Rajiv Enoch Williams, Head of Corporate Social Responsibility, Jindal Stainless Limited
"Embedding Respect for Human Rights Within a Company's Operations", Shift, report of workshop, 12-13 Jun 2012
"Integrating human rights due diligence into corporate risk management processes", Intl. Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM), Mar 2012
"Four Steps for Human Rights Management" (video), Faris Natour, BSR, 27 Sep 2011
"Integrating Human Rights Into Business Operations", Faris Natour, BSR, 27 Sep 2011
"The GoodCorporation Framework on Human Rights", GoodCorporation, date unknown


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That's pretty funny: If Congress does nothing for the next 10 years, the deficit problem solves itself! Shows that the big deal about the deficit is manufactured for political purposes.
Deficit spending is like so many other things in politics: It's only "irresponsible and devastating to our future" when the other party does it. When my party does it, it's the only prudent option.


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CEA released the 2013 Sustainability Report, highlighting industry progress and leadership on green initiatives Read More
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Gary Shapiro Delivers Keynote at The Next Web Conference Europe Read More
Tablet Ownership Rates Continue to Increase, According to CEA's Quarterly Tablet Report Read More
The National Radio Systems Committee (NRSC) today adopted an updated NRSC Guideline that focuses on recommendations for broadcasters and receiver manufacturers in the use of the Radio Data System (RDS) data broadcasting technology. NRSC-G300-B, RDS Usage Guideline was adopted by the Radio Broadcasting Data System (RBDS) Subcommittee, chaired by Dan Mansergh, director of engineering, KQED Public Radio, San Francisco, CA. Approximately 70 pages in length, G300-B includes a new section, 4.6, providing information on establishing adequate RDS encoder security at broadcast facilities. Full Release
Glynn Walden, senior vice president, CBS Radio, and Jackson Wang, president and CEO, e-Radio, Inc. have been selected to co-chair the National Radio Systems Committee's (NRSC's) Digital Radio Broadcast (DRB) Subcommittee. The NRSC is a technical standards-setting body co-sponsored by the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) and the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)®. Full Release
Following the House passage of the EPS Service Parts Act of 2014, H.R. 5057, the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)® today issued the following statement, attributable to Doug Johnson, vice president, technology policy, CEA: Full Release
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The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)® and Mobile Electronics Group will sponsor the 2014 CarTech Demo Days to engage consumers and support automotive electronics retailers across the country. The nationwide promotion drives consumers to local automotive technology retail stores for in-store events every weekend in November, introducing these customers to the latest in-vehicle car-tech innovations. Full Release
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The aromas of this wine are, again, distinctly forward and multilayered. The clean brightness of fruit is what sets this vintage apart. A predominance of "red fruits" is accented by a touch of exotic East Indian spice and a "kiss" of well-seasoned French oak. The texture is plush and round with the underlying structure and acidity not becoming apparent until the late palate and finish. This Pinot was a joy to blend with it never ceasing to amaze us how the sum can be so much greater than the parts. And there were several parts! Five key vineyards and five minor ones were the sources for the blend this year; with two of the key vineyards being Camp Meeting Ridge and our new ranch off Fort Ross Road. The purity of this wine is what is so striking and reflects the preciseness and delineation of fruit that was a common denominator in many of the Pinot lots this vintage. Drinking surprisingly well for such a young wine, I believe this vintage will continue to evolve and improve over the next 3 years.
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BOOK YOUR HOTEL TODAY! The Renaissance and Staybridge Hotels are SOLD OUT!
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NEW Overflow Hotels!
Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Arboretum Area
$129 for standard and $139 for Suites
10711 N Research Blvd
Austin,TX 78759
- Less than a mile from the Renaissance
- Free shuttle to hotel
- Certified Green Business!
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CALL: 512-346-5555 or 1-800 HOLIDAY. The group code is COM
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Hampton Inn Austin-NW/Arboretum
Hampton Inn is 1.7 miles from the Renaissance and will also offer free shuttle service to and from conference hotel.
3908 West Braker Lane
Austin, Texas, 78759, USA
If calling to make reservation the code is: CCC
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Renaissance Austin Hotel
9721 Arboretum Boulevard
Austin, Texas 78759 USA
Phone: 1-512-343-2626
Fax: 1-512-346-7953
USCC GROUP DISCOUNTED RATE: $164/night
To check on room availability, click HERE or call 1-800-468-3571
If you call be sure to mention US Composting Council Conference to receive the discounted rate of $164/night.
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USCC has negotiated the discounted rate with the hotel on behalf of its members and attendees. This includes a $5 rebate paid to USCC to help offset conference expenses.
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For private car service, we recommend R & R Limo and Bus
Composting and Central Texas–Your 2015 Vacation is Calling!!
Austin Texas alternatively bills itself as Weird and the Live Music Capital of the World. Whatever moniker appeals to you, we have highlighted some of the spots that could make for a memorable central Texas vacation built around COMPOST2015 in January.
Then we've got a couple ideas to tickle your tastebuds.
Franklin BBQ
Aaron Franklin's parents ran a barbecue operation where he grew up in Bryan, Texas, starting a family tradition that was passed to Aaron.
In 2009, wife Stacey and Aaron opened Franklin BBQ in a truck on a parking lot in the city. When their fans began a line that wound around the block, press like the Washington Post flocked out to cover the stand and it all came together when Bon Appetit named Franklins the Best BBQ in America. This summer, they are in the midst of building a new smokehouse onto the travel trailer that will be well underway for the USCC"s visit in January!
Food Truck Paradise
Austin is known for its food trucks and savory offerings from those humble sources. Plan to make several stops at food trucks offering everything from cupcakes to tacos and Korean BBQ!
Thinking of Austin naturally brings Austin City Limits to mind.
Live shows now take place at Moody's Theater, part of the W Hotel, and you can begin to watch the schedule in coming months for who might be coming in during the Conference in January.
Austin City Limits is an American public television music program recorded live by Public Broadcasting Service Public television member station KLRU that is re-broadcast on many PBS stations around the United States and lays claim to the longest running live music television broadcast. The new venue is the only mixed-used LEED accredited property in the country, according to Austin City Limits.
The Boardwalk Trail at Lady Bird Lake
The Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail makes a circuit around Lady Bird Lake, and the longest trail designed for pedestrians and cyclists in the City of Austin Parks System. The Trail Foundation, a local non-profit, maintains the trail, which is 10.1 miles (16.3 km) long and flat.. The trail's surface made of crushed granite except for a few sections of concrete and some sections over city sidewalks. A pedestrian bridge incorporated into the trail makes a bridge over Barton Creek. A pedestrian walkway crosses over Lady Bird Lake; the trail is a favorite of both visitors and locals.
Sustainable Food Center
This hub for gardeners, foodies and farmers market aficionados features cooking classes at the Happy Kitchen and a self-guided or arranged group tour of the Peace, Love, and Happiness Foundation Teaching Garden. The teaching garden demonstrates sustainable food gardening techniques appropriate for the Central Texas climate—where water is a particularly scarce and precious resource. Water conservation techniques (such as wicking beds, Hugelkultur, drip irrigation, and ollas) are a prominent feature, and you'll also find space-maximizing strategies like keyhole beds, themed vegetable beds, a children's garden, wild and native edibles, and even a Compost Garden.
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
This beautiful native botanic garden, conservation organization and planner/developer of landscape approaches that preserve the Texas heritage was in spirited by the wife of Lyndon B Johnson, the nation's 36th president's wife.
The Wildflower Center demonstrates ways to employ native plants to address challenges of dwindling water supplies, climate change, pollution, and invasive species. Gardens, meadows and nature trails show off 650 native Texas plant species, as well as indoor art exhibits, biographic exhibits about Mrs. Johnson, a café and store. There are also tree swings at the arboretum, a tower for panoramic views; turtles and fish in ponds, the Little House for children, a visitors gallery and picnicking.
The Domain
In its park setting, The Domain features 100 upscale and mainstream retail stores and restaurants, almost half of which are exclusive within the market. A sampling of retailers includes high-end boutiques such as David Yurman, Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren, Tiffany & Co. and Neiman Marcus, as well as more traditional retailers like American Eagle Outfitters, Banana Republic, Express and more. Restaurants include favorites like Daily Grill, Maggiano's Little Italy, McCormick & Schmick's, NoRTH and many more.
The multi-phased Domain development is anchored by Neiman Marcus, Macy's, Dillard's and Dick's Sporting Goods and also offers more than 800 residential units and ample Class A office space, in addition to three on site hotels – Westin Austin at The Domain, Lone Star Court by Valencia Group and Aloft Austin. With the center's ideal location and exceptional amenities, amazing restaurant selection, convenient parking and wifi connectivity, The Domain is the most desired place in Austin to shop, dine, live and work!
The Arboretum
The Arboretum Shopping Mall is an open air cluster of upscale shopping stores and boutiques. The Arboretum area was named after the shopping center. The mall supplies an array of upscale shopping options to tourists and residents and is filled with restaurants, professional services, and boutiques. Major retailers like Pottery Barn, Barnes and Noble, and Sunglass Hut can all be found in the Arboretum Shopping Mall. The restaurants at the Arboretum Shopping Mall include the Cheesecake Factory, TGI Fridays, Kenobi Sushi, and Thundercloud Subs. A famous ice cream shop – Amy's Ice Cream, selling sundaes, shakes and yogurts is also located in the Arboretum Shopping Mall. The ice-cream shop sells sundaes, shakes, and yogurts.


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Rangers recall J.T. Miller
The Rangers have recalled forward J.T. Miller from the AHL's Hartford Wolf Pack. Since the Pack did not make the playoffs, their season is over, and Miller can benefit from watching the games as a healthy scratch. Miller will sit with fellow "rookie" Ryan Haggerty and the other healthy scratches as part of the taxi squad for this year's playoffs….


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Body Fat Scales Video
Good Housekeeping tests body fat scales
Fitness experts say you need to know your body fat percentage and keep it within a certain range. New body fat scales for the home are designed to analyze your numbers. How accurate are they? The Good Housekeeping Institute tested seven body fat scales to find out.

Body fat is a more reliable indicator of overall health than body weight. But until recently, you had to go to a hospital or a health club to have this measurement done with special calipers that measured your skin fold. Even then, the test isn't always accurate.

To test the scales, the Institute calibrated them then recorded the measurements of each tester. Next, the tester stepped into the BodPod at the St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital Obesity Research Center.

Once you go inside the chamber, there's a small piston that pumps a little air into the chamber and that changes the pressure. From that, we can determine the volume of your body from standards that we put in before you even go in.

After comparing the BodPod results to the home scales, the Good Housekeeping Institute found that most of the scales were way off.

The scales we evaluated were off by as much as 28 percent. So, if you want a really accurate reading, you should go to a professional and have them measure you. But the home scales are good to determine what your fat is like over a period of time.

This Taylor Body Fat Scale was the most accurate in the Institute's test. It's available at Target and Kmart. I'm Rina [unknown] for today's Good Housekeeping Report.
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This behind the scenes look at me in action comes from Ann and Dean's wedding. My friend David Lim grabbed this shot of me photographing Ann and Dean. Surprisingly, I didn't find any ticks on me!
Category Archives: Behind the Scenes
So, this behind the scenes installment is slightly different in that it's not a photo of me actually shooting, but instead setting up a shot. This is one of my favorite e-session photos, and it comes from Kalpana and Jim's session. These guys were so awesome and up for anything! The first two photos were taken by my friend Naqib, thanks buddy! And the last shot is the final image, shot by me.
Hilarious!!!! Love it as always!!! Soon, I shall stalk and find you in NY to shoot along side!
I like this hands on post..we all always yearn to know how a real pro does it..and fortunately enough now we know..thanks Todd for the shoutout! Great stuff!
nice shot love it!! especially the guy's face. love u work
you did it again!
Hahah, love it!!! How fun.
I heart you Todd!
Thanks everyone!
OHhhhhh that is frickin cool
LoVe iT!!
This behind the scenes installment comes from Alex and Kristy's wedding. While I was photographing Kristy and Alex, every so often Alex would flash his "hand gun" or point his finger at me. Of course I'm going to photograph that right!? Well, Kay English, who was assisting me on this wedding, grabbed this shot of the three of us. Check out my cool stance!
Too funny!
See Todd . . . He even knows it . . . YOU are the man . . .
YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! lol! That groom was awesome! So funny!
jajaja, this is amazing dude
Aw yeah! Love it!
This behind the scenes shot comes from Sabrina and Jeff's wedding which I photographed about a year ago. We were down in Asbury Park by the old Casino when I spotted a good sized puddle of water. I wanted to line up and photograph the bridal party so that I could nab their reflections in the puddle as well. The only way for me to do that was to get down and dirty and lay on the ground right in front of the puddle. This photograph is courtesy of my friend Elisabeth Millay. Not an overly flattering photo either, but not your fault Lis!
And here is how I saw it…
Both of these are fantastic images! I'm sure your clients were thrilled with their bridal party shot; and how cool to have an image of yourself getting down and dirty for the score!
Haha, I love it. The other day I was shooting a senior and I was pretty much lying back in a pile of (soft-ish) thorny vines and my client and his mom were like, hey you're getting into (whatever that plant is called)! And I go.. it's fine, no problem, I promise! Whatever it takes to get the shot, darn it.
Yep! It sure was worth it!
Great shot! -
Those are both sick shots. I love the one on top, with the blurred out background. Kind of looks like you dropped dead in the middle of a shoot.
LOVE that shot! Seriously TIMELESS shot! And thanks for sharing the behind the scenes shot with it!
Thanks guys!
Matt, yeah I guess it sort of does look like I dropped dead in the middle of the shoot. I've always thought it looked more like I got thirsty in the middle of the shoot, and I'm just visiting the "watering hole"! -
Wow..this new Blog layout is definitely awesome! Nice to see all the hands on info! At the moment I'm really into time lapse photography..its so fun…been messing around with it..cant wait to blog about it soon!
Beautiful shot of the wedding party!!!!
hahahaha memories!
I had this cool photograph that my friend Christopher David took of me while shooting on a wedding day, and I started messing around with it a little. All of my past clients, or anyone who has worked with me before, knows that I carry a lot of Gatorade with me on wedding day. I work hard, and I get pretty thirsty, so I have to stay hydrated on those hot hectic wedding days. Wow, that just sounded like an ad didn't it? Maybe I should try getting sponsored by Gatorade! Anyway, I decided to Photoshop in a poster for Gatorade within the photograph just for laughs. I even took out the Gatorade lightning bolts and replaced them with my logo rings. And above the word "BRING IT" it says "LAFFLER | FIERCE". I thought it was funny, so here it is!
By the way, here is what I was looking at.
Get your wide stance on……
the bring-it-ade is nice!
Nice "action" stance. Who needs a tripod!
Too funny bro!
The wide stance helps with stability, and I'm also leaning one shoulder against the wall for added support, and then I have my left hand extended under the lens for even more stability.
A living, breathing Manfrotto! hehheh
Hey!! I thought that wall looked familiar!!
still loving your kind of seeing and capturing emotions!!!!


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Intro | Author | Subject | Volume | Volume/Title | NPS |
Volume II - No. 5 |
May, 1939 |
PEOPLE HILLORY A. TOLSON has been appointed Regional Director of Region III after having served as Acting Regional Director since January. He formerly was the Service's Chief of Operations. FRANK M. SETZLER, Head Curator of the Department of Anthropology of the National Museum, has been appointed by Secretary Ickes as a member of the Advisory Board on National Parks, Historic Sites, Buildings and Monuments. Dr. Setzler, leader of Smithsonian Institution archeological expeditions in southwest Texas and in Louisiana, is a specialist in North American archeology with particular regard to the Mississippi Valley and the Big Bend region. His acceptance of the Board appointment brings its membership to 11, the total planned originally. ORVILLE WRIGHT, who with his brother WILBUR made airplane history on December 17, 1903, at Kill Devil Hill, North Carolina, recently drove unannounced into the grounds of the National Memorial and expressed pleasure at the appearance of that historical monument administered by the Service. He explained that he had business in Virginia and was unable to forego a visit to the scene of his pioneering days. JESSE D. JENNINGS, Assistant Archeologist who has been Acting Superintendent of Ocmulgee National Monument, Georgia, has been appointed Associate Archeologist at large with headquarters at Tupelo, Mississippi. His duties will include general archeological activities in the South eastern areas. MANNING C. VOORHIS has entered on duty as Assistant Research Technician assigned to the Regional Office. Formerly a member of the staff of Petersbury National Military Park, he more recently completed his advanced studies at the University of Virginia. DANIEL T. BLANEY, formerly Inspector in Tennessee, has begun similar duties in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, and GERALD HYDE, formerly in the latter territory, has been made Inspector of Kentucky. Other approved transfers of Inspectors, which are expected to become effective by July 1, include:
On April 26, 1607, a group selected from the voyagers who had just arrived off Cape Henry aboard the Sarah Constant set foot on the tawny sands of the Virginia shore and gave thanks for their safe journey to a new world. Later they planted a rough wooden cross to mark the site, pushed up river, chose a small island, and there established Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in America. That struggling village was 13 years and 8 months old when the Pilgrims landed at what is now Plymouth, Massachusetts. Last April 30, just four days after the 332nd anniversary of the arrival of those pioneers in the Chesapeake, another group gathered on the beach at Cape Henry and witnessed the dedication of a small plot (.23 acre within the Fort Story Reservation) as the First Landing Dune, an outlying unit of Colonial National Historical Park, Yorktown. A commemorative granite cross had been erected at the site by patriots in 1935. On June 15, 1938, Congress authorized transfer of the area from the War Department to the Department of the Interior, and on January 19, 1939, administration was assumed by the Service. Presiding over the dedicatory ceremonies was Mrs. Frantz Naylor, Speaker of the Assembly of Tidewater Virginia Women and Chairman of the Cape Henry Pilgrimage Committee. Among the speakers were R. Walton Moore, of the Department of State, who represented the President; James H. Price, Governor of Virginia, and Regional Director M. R. Tillotson. Said Mr. Tillotson, who was speaking when the above photograph was made: "I pledge that this outstanding historical site shall be faithfully guarded, carefully protected and forever held sacred." |
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Oklahoma City Thunder shooting guard Thabo Sefolosha (2) brings the ball up the court against Miami Heat small forward LeBron James (6) during the second quarter in game three in the 2012 NBA Finals at the American Airlines Arena.
Heat forward LeBron James pushes into Thunder guard Thabo Sefolosha in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
Thunder guard Thabo Sefolosha scored 19 points Thursday in Game 3 of the Western Conference finals vs. the Spurs.
Lakers guard Kobe Bryant drives into the lane but is fouled by Thunder guard Thabo Sefolosha during Los Angeles'' 77-75 loss Wednesday.
Magic center Dwight Howard alters a shot by the Bulls' Thabo Sefolosha during their game in Orlando. Howard scored 30 points and pulled down 14 rebounds as the Magic rolled 115-83.
Howard earned his NBA-leading 67th double-double, one short of Shaquille O'Neal's franchise mark set in the 1992-93 season.


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Ford Aerostar
1997-1995 | Minivan/Van
The Ford Aerostar is also well known for its unique design.
Ford Aspire
1997-1995 | Compact, Hatchback
The Ford Aspire resembles a variety of other small, compact cars and mini wagons that appear on the market.
Ford Bronco
1996-1995 | SUV, Utility/Offroad
Ford ran production on the Bronco from 1966 to 1996.
Ford C-Max
2013 | Hybrid, Wagon
Ford C-MAX Energi
2015-2014 | Hybrid, Wagon
Ford C-MAX Hybrid
Ford Contour
2000-1995 | Midsize, Sedan
In addition to enjoying some of the spotlight in Europe, the Ford Contour is also known for replacing the Ford Tempo in the manufacturer's U.S. line up.
Ford Crown Victoria
2007-1995 | Midsize, Sedan
The name "Crown Victoria" first appeared on a Ford in 1955, then reemerged after a decades-long absence on the 1979 Ford LTD.
Ford E-150
2014-2002 | Minivan/Van
The Ford E-150 will never be mistaken for any other vehicle class or style as it looks exactly like the stereotypical van.
Ford E-150 Econoline
2001-1995 | Minivan/Van
The Ford E-150 Econoline van was the best-selling, full-size van on the market since 1980.
Ford E-250
2013-2002 | Minivan/Van
Ford E-250 Econoline
2001-1997 | Minivan/Van
As a commercial hauler, the Ford E-250 Econoline does the job but lacks the design for great fuel economy.
Ford E-350
The Ford E-350 Super Duty is the most rugged and well-equipped model available in the E-Series.
Ford E-350 Econoline
The Ford E-350 Econoline is part of Ford's successful E-Series and is one of the longest running series of vans still in production today.
Ford Edge
2015-2007 | SUV, Utility/Offroad
The Edge is a well-designed entry in the popular crossover market.
Ford Escape
2015-2001 | Hybrid, SUV, Utility/Offroad
The Ford Escape, a compact four-door SUV, was first introduced in 2001.
Ford Escort
2002-1995 | Compact, Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan, Wagon
Ford Excursion
2005-2000 | SUV, Utility/Offroad
The Ford Excursion holds records for excess.
Ford Expedition
2015-1997 | SUV, Utility/Offroad
In 1997, Ford introduced the Expedition, a full-size SUV.
Ford Explorer
2016-1995 | SUV, Utility/Offroad
Ford Explorer Sport
2003-2001 | SUV, Utility/Offroad
Generally speaking, when talking about a motor vehicle, if someone uses phrases like ""hobby-horse ride"" or ""can cause sea sickness"" or ""rocks and sways like a carnival ride,"" it indicates that said vehicle leaves much to be desired.
Ford Explorer Sport Trac
2010-2007, 2005-2001 | Truck, Utility/Offroad
Part pickup, part SUV, the Ford Explorer Sport Trac was a unique vehicle that was originally introduced in 2001.
Ford F-150
2015-1995 | Truck, Utility/Offroad
Ford F-250
The Ford F-250 falls in an extremely competitive vehicle class, that of the heavy-duty pickup truck.
Ford F-350
2015-1999, 1997-1995 | Truck, Utility/Offroad
The Ford F-350 Super Duty is a muscular full-size pickup truck that has been available in its current incarnation since 1999.
Ford F-450
2015-2008 | Truck, Utility/Offroad
Ford Fiesta
2015-2011 | Compact, Hatchback, Sedan
The Ford Fiesta saw production for three years in the 1970s.
Ford Five Hundred
2007-2005 | Midsize, Sedan
The Ford Five Hundred was a full-size sedan that was available between 2005 and 2007.
Ford Flex
Ford Focus
Ford Focus BEV
2014 | Compact, Hatchback
Ford Focus Electric
2015 | Compact, Hatchback
Ford Freestar
2007-2004 | Minivan/Van
The Ford Freestar, introduced in 2004, is a minivan that replaced the Ford Windstar.
Ford Freestyle
2007-2005 | SUV, Utility/Offroad, Wagon
The Ford Freestyle, introduced in 2005, is a crossover vehicle that offers seating for seven and competes among crossovers, wagons, and other SUVs.
Ford Fusion
2016-2006 | Hybrid, Midsize, Sedan
The Ford Fusion, a midsize family sedan, was introduced in 2006.
Ford Fusion Energi
2016-2013 | Hybrid, Midsize, Sedan
Ford Fusion Hybrid
2016-2014 | Hybrid, Midsize, Sedan
Ford GT
2006-2005 | Coupe, Sports
The Ford GT is a mid-engine, two-seater sport coupe produced for the 2005 and 2006 model years.
Ford Mustang
Ford Probe
Ford Ranger
Ford Shelby GT500
Ford Taurus
2015-2008, 2006-1995 | Midsize, Sedan, Wagon
A true blockbuster for the Ford company, the Taurus is still around today and is the fourth oldest nameplate for the company in North America.
Ford Taurus X
2009-2008 | SUV, Utility/Offroad
The short-lived Ford Taurus X was an oddity, but hidden gem in the Ford fleet, that was produced between 2005 and 2009.
Ford Thunderbird
2005-2002, 1997-1995 | Convertible, Coupe, Hatchback, Sports
The Thunderbird is considered as one of the great muscle cars, and even luxury cars, produced in the United States.
Ford Transit
2015 | Minivan/Van
Ford Transit Connect
2015-2010 | Minivan/Van
Ford Windstar
2003-1995 | Minivan/Van
The Ford Windstar entered the market for two different stretches of time.
Ford ZX2
2003-2002 | Compact, Coupe
Introduced in 1998, the Ford ZX2 was a sportier version of the Ford Escort and was produced for half a decade before being discontinued in 2003.


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I'm a Twitter addict and have found it to be the perfect micro-blogging tool for me! If you like decor8 {the blog}, you may want to follow decor8 {the tweets} over on Twitter. I tweet throughout the day, weekends included, linking you to artists, great blogs, contests, websites, and other things I'm checking out or doing that don't always make it to my blog. I also tweet from the road, so if I spot something on sale or hear some good design news I'll be tweeting it for sure! You can click here to follow me if you'd like. Chirp!
Hope to see you over at Twitter!
(image from holly becker for decor8)
Kristybee is another Boston local for you to love this morning, and what a delicate feminine view of the world she has! I just love looking through her lens, I really like her point of view. Her work has been described as poetic, warm, touching, and sensitive. I found Kristy via Flickr and haven't been able to take my eyes off of her many gorgeous folders there. I'm so pleased to share her work with you today because I know that you'll really like it too.
Psst: In addition to selling her work as prints, she also has a Flickr photo group called Cornea Burn for photographers obsessed with sun shots and lens flare.
(images from kristybee)
It's fun to find locals online, like Boston-based The Paper Apartment. I'm really enjoying her paper goods, especially the silver dipped feathers and girly ruffle cards… So pretty to perk us up on a Monday morning!
I want to hang a bunch of these feathers from a branch in my glass vase… perfect for my buffet.
(images from the paper apartment)
I wrote about some really cute finds at Target over here today… including heart shaped mixing bowls. Has anyone noticed their bird motif popping up all over the store from post-it notes to candles? Very kawaii I think. Not typical for Target, it's something I'd expect from HEMA but not so much Target. Regardless, I'm liking it!
I love these post-its… They are a bit grade school I know, but whatever. Being an adult means accepting the inner 8-year-old and shopping for her sometimes, too. :)
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Get involved in MCR Infrastructure & Outreach!
Developing collaborations among Network members to improve access and sharing of biomedical information resources is an important goal for the National Network of Libraries of Medicine MidContinental Region. We would like to invite you to get involved in carrying out this goal by participating in infrastructure projects and outreach programs. By getting involved, Network members can learn and expand their experiences plus meet new people from all sorts of different backgrounds.
For whatever activity you choose to get involved with, the best place to start is by calling your state coordinator.
Click here for the staff directory!
Attention AHIP members or those working towards AHIP membership! Did you know most of these activities qualify for the Medical Library Association's AHIP (Academy of Health Information Professionals) certification points? Click here to learn more!
Teaching & Training
Looking for more than a 60 second interchange that is typically found while exhibiting at professional meetings and prefer a more intimate/in-depth experience? Do you like to teach? You may consider co-teaching/co-training on NLM or NN/LM resources for groups in your community. (You have seen several of our members already co-teaching during our "Breezing Along with the RML" webinars). There are numerous classes that you can teach or co-teach with a NN/LM MCR Coordinator.
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Contribute to the Plains to Peaks Post
Are you good at putting pen to paper or fingers to keyboard? Would you like to share the cool things that are going on at your library or institution? We are always looking for members to share what they are doing in our quarterly Plains to Peaks Post Newsletter. Articles are fairly short, about 500 words or so.
Click here to view the current and past issues of the Plains to Peaks Post!
Please contact the Member Services/Wyoming Coordinator Jim Honour or Project Coordinator, Suzanne Sawyer to learn how you can submit your article and share your experience with your colleagues.
Regional Advisory Board and Workgroups
Are you an outcome oriented person? Like to work with others? Do you have good ideas that you'd like to put into play? NN/LM Network members can increase their influence on how the NN/LM MCR operates and the types of services offered by joining the Regional Advisory Board (RAB) or a workgroup.
RAB members (click here for a current list of RAB members) participate in meetings and workgroup activities, which all have a direct impact on the direction the NN/LM MCR is taking.
Workgroups are organized within the MCR's special project areas, from advocacy to technology, from document delivery to community outreach to minority groups. Take a look at the MCR special project areas, see what matches your interests, and then give the coordinator a call!
- Advocacy - Barb Jones
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Don't feel like you are being heard? Are you quick with the delete key when you see a survey or are you well intentioned but never get around to responding to one? We know that responding to surveys, questionnaires, polls, or even participating on a focus group can seem arduous or seen as one of those daily annoyances with little relevance to you. BUT, if we don't know what you need, we go with known needs from those that DO respond. So, if you have an idea of what could make your work life a whole lot easier and you think would be appropriate for the NN/LM MCR to fill, belay pressing that delete key and tell us about it.


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CBH enters trading halt
PUBLISHED: 08 Jan 2010 11:15:25 | UPDATED: 09 Jan 2010 05:00:08PRINT EDITION: 08 Jan 2010
Shares in CBH Resources have been placed in a trading halt, pending an announcement by the company, the Australian stock exchange has said.
The trading halt follows the company's share price surging by 26 per cent on Thursday, amid speculation it is to announce a key deal with rival Perilya.
On Thursday, Patersons resources analyst Alex Passmore said he expected CBH to announce that it will jointly process ore from deposits in Broken Hill with Perilya.
In response to a query from the Australian Securities Exchange about its rising price, CBH said it was in confidential discussions with a number of parties regarding transactions focused on generating shareholder value.
Mr Passmore said he did not believe CBH and Perilya were going to announce a merger.
CBH last traded at 14.5¢, while Perilya, which has not entered a trading halt, closed on Thursday at 69.5¢.
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Companies | CBH Resources Ltd, Perilya Limited |
Topics | Resources & Mining, Company News |