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A Maple Miracle: How We Almost Killed But Then Saved Our Tree
We were sneaky. Before we put our first house on the market we dug up a Japanese maple that we had planted in the back. We planted it right around the time we got married and it was an offshoot plant from a gorgeous maple that grew in John's parents' house (the only house he lived in for his entire childhood which has since been sold). So it was kind of double-meaningful with the whole "wedding tree" and "John's childhood house" connection. That's why before we sold the house we figured we should dig it up and put it in a bucket and move that bucket right along with us. But since we moved in December, it wasn't exactly planting season. The whole thing was touch and go from the beginning, and by the time we finally got around to planting it (about seven weeks after we moved since there was so much snow going on and the ground was frozen) we worried it was d-e-a-d.
But we planted it anyway, and watered it a little, and did the whole cross-your-toes-and-eyes thing.
So when spring rolled around and this other maple on our property looked like this…
… and our poor tree still looked like this…
… we really feared the worst. It had tiny buds on the end of each branch which had been there since we planted it in the winter, but they weren't changing. Boo. But at least it didn't look rotten or completely dead. Just sort of dormant. So we decided to leave it alone and see what happened. John even suggested that maybe it would somehow miraculously bloom next spring or something after a year of "rest."
Then the other day John came inside after mowing and looked me in the eyes and said "guess what?!" Then he paused for dramatic effect for what felt like ten minutes while I guessed things like "you met a talking Squirrel" and "you found buried treasure." I was dying for him to just spit out and and he finally said "the maple…" and I screamed "is getting leaves?! it's alive?!!!!" and he nodded. Little guy up and grew some gorgeous little red leaves for us:
The whole thing culminated in my running outside and chanting "Go maple, it's your birthday, go maple…" which eventually evolved into "Grow maple, grow maple, grow!" And I think the new neighbors might have heard me. Way to make a good impression $herdog (yes, that's my nickname to myself that refuses to catch on). But really, who can't relate to dancing and singing for the miraculous growth of leaves? Ok, nevermind. Only now do I realize how strange that reaction was. Hindsight is 20/20.
I guess things could still go south (we did recently learn that leafy branches can up and die in record time), but the new growth seems like an awesome sign. And it will be amazing if we can glance out the window and actually see our gorgeous wedding maple from John's childhood home chilling in the backyard for years to come. Oh what the heck- GO MAPLE, IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY!
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Woo hoo! Get down with your bad self $herdog!
yay for the growing tree!!
It will make it! I believe!
We have a pitiful little Japanese maple on our property that I was sure had died last season. Lo and behold, it has sprouted leaves again this year and seems to be thriving. I'd always heard that maples are very finicky trees, but apparently not yours or mine!
What a beautiful tree… we had a similar issue with an elm tree that we planted when my father died. But eventually it took root and it is now much taller than the house. Good luck! I hope it keeps growing for you!
YAY! Happy day!!!! GO MAPLE! GO MAPLE!
My mum once planted a walnut that was sprouting a bit. A few months later, nothing had happened so she decided to abandon the experiment…. but when she dug it up it was growing! So she covered it up again. This sort of thing went on for years… she'd dig it up thinking she'd killed it, only for it to still be going strong under the soil. Then the dog knocked it over and all sorts of other calamities befell it. But it kept growing… slowly but steadily. We called it "the little walnut tree that could".
LONG BORING STORY SHORT: Your tree is the little maple tree that could.
And I liked your song, $herdawg.
oh my gosh you bought made me spit water all over my desk with the whole $herdog thing and the Go Maple it's your birthday….haha. We actually call my aunt sharon Sherdog! and I have sang that birthday song from time to time…not about maple trees of course. My husband and I just planted 10 teeny tiny little Eastern White Pine trees….they are little seedlings and I sure do hope they make it……crossed fingers!
I love plant miracles! I have a story about yellow roses in my garden… http://wp.me/pRf7R-pe. It's wedding themed as well!
looks like a japanese maple. I think the name is blood good. I have one in a container and it can go through a hard winter also. You can cut it back in Feb. and shape it as you like it. I live in Germany but our weather is very similar to Richmond but really more like Maryland. I thought the same with mine but it pulled through and is now surviving. Good Luck. It is always special to have a tree like that and Clara will always remember the story behind it. My parents had a red maple in Connecticut that we all bought for my mother for mothers day and after they died and the house was sold, us kids always remembered that tree and all the picnics under it and the hammock tied to it. Enjoy!!!!!
Yay, go maple!
hahahaha $herdog. love it.
Yay for the growing tree!!! Our next door neighbor is an elderly gentleman and we haven't met in the six months we have lived in our home, but I have heard him laughing at me.
Must have been something to do with, " Please, please poop I am so tired and I just want to sleep and I can't if you don't poop….." Then I heard hysterical laughter, must have been the desperation in my voice. I was exhausted from the flu and the dogs were not cooperating with me.
Haha, oh, you make me scared now! I have had the same conversation with our dog and I just know the neighbors can hear me!!! No loud laughter yet, though, ha!
Much love,
Future Mama
OHMYGOODNESS! This! This is why I don't talk to our dogs in the backyard! I would die!
LOL! This would be why I have a doggie door! I love a dog who takes himself out!
My mom used to praise our dog so much as a puppy when she "did her business" that it got to the point that if she was just sniffing around taking too long, my mom would say, "Good girl, GOOD girrrrrrl," in a baby voice and the dog would instantly pee, lol. I'm sure she sounded nuts to the neighbours too.
i just laughed out loud at this thread. ESPECIALLY jamie b's story.
Hahaha…you crack me up. $herdog.
That just made me tear up! Darn hormones.
You say it's your birthday… da na na na na
Awwww. So sweet. So happy for you that your little tree lived. Yay!
Go Sherdog! Yeah, that's not going to catch on. But the bigger news is, this is your first blog entry I am reading on my brand spanking new iPad. That's what is getting causing me to get my groove on today!
How funny to read this. I have the SAME tree and a similar story!
The house I grew up in had a beautiful mature maple in front. When I bought a house, my father gave me a seedling from the tree. I planted it, but ended up moving (with a new husband) to a bigger house. I dug up the tree and we planted it in front of our new house. I didn't think it would survive, but it did and now 8 years later, it's absolutely beautiful. Funny thing … Just after I moved to my new house, my parents' tree which was probably 50 years old just died! So, my tree is all that is left. I sometimes look around hoping it has a little seedling so I can give them one for their new house, but nothing yet.
Anyway, love the story!
SOOOOOO excited for you guys! I totally would'a dug up that tree too! Sentimental to the max! How wonderful though that you were able to take the tree with you. And how beautiful is it becoming?!?!?
I was so sad to tear out our Maple, but the dummy old-homeowners planted it right under an overhang of the house. Totally bummer!
That tree is going to be gorgeous!!! And Sherry… don't feel bad… I'll sing with ya… GO MAPLE, IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY!
I think $herdog is more appropriate than Sharnold, given the recent string of events in the Governator's life. Though I thought it was adorable that Katie Bower called you Sherbert today :)
I thought so, too! :)
Oh $herdog. You know that once you put it on the internet, it's forever, right? Of course, I have no room to talk. There have been quite a few nicknames of mine that have floated around over the years…
If I had been in your position, I would have called my dad to replant it. The man is a plant whisperer. No joke. Hoping a little of it can rub off on me eventually. We got some moss in terrariums. I figure that's an easy way to start, since I definitely killed our love fern.
I have been singing and dancing for a magnolia tree in our backyard. When we bought the house last summer the contract said that the sellers were taking it. So I waited for them to take it – figured it was their wedding/childhood tree or something. But this spring I decided it was really mine. And then it didn't bloom, and I thought I had killed it for sure by neglecting it last year. So we started watering it every night and literally begging for it to bloom. Two weeks ago my husband gave me that look – our baby has a bloom. It died after a day or 2 (sad face). Just got another bud this week, so I am still singing for my magnolia and hoping for a miracle.
Yay! My parents planted a maple that started blooming in the gutters (our neighbors have one that overhangs onto our garage, and one took root in a puddle), because my mom thought it deserved a chance. We call it the "Gutter Tree"; it's now 11 years old, huge, and thriving, so hooray for maples and their life-sustaining powers!
Aww, yay! Go, maple!! I am one of those dancing/singing fools, too. That maple felt the love, I assure you.
Where is the maple planted on your property? Just curious if y'all can see it from a window in your house.
Gah! Just peeped Clara's monthly picture…she's getting so big!!
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So, um, can we maybe pretend there's a competitive nation and get on with it?!
And in other news, the president announced today that members of Al Qaeda have been spotted on Mars. "We're going to find them and smoke them out of their canals," the president said.
Not enough votes on Mars.
No farmers, no steelworkers, no Cuban immigrants, no nothin'. It ain't a key "swing planet", it has no electoral votes, no representation, no key industries, and it isn't even a decent vacation spot.
What we need is a lobby. First make land grants on Mars. Slip it in as a rider on some military spending bill. Then, we can start complaining about how transportation is lousy there; maybe divert some funds from Amtrak, grease a few palms here and there. The first rocket needs to be loaded with representatives for welfare mothers, schoolchildren, teachers, steelworkers, farmers, union members, and other key constituency groups who know how to lobby. The scientists can come later.
If the rocket makes it we'll get one helluva Mars lobby. If it blows up, that'll be fine too. It's a win-win situation.
Hey, don't blame me. You were the ones who brought Congress into the picture.
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Should the gap between the drywall & floor be caulked?
I've heard that sealing the gap between the drywall & the floor, and between the drywall and the ceiling, will drastically cut down the dust in your house.
I'm not a duster and apparently never will be, so if this works I could do this, this weekend. But, can this give rise to moisture issues? something else horrible?
Thanks! Kate.
Thanks, chisue. Drywall expands & contracts? We'll have baseboard but no crown molding at the ceiling . . . I can't remember what it looks like now where the drywall meets the ceiling. Wonder if anyone but us knows that there's no crown; wonder if there's a gap at the top? Gah! will run out there and check!
I've never heard of allowing for expansion/contraction of wallboard. On a standard 8' wall the actual wall height w/ the drywall hung on the ceiling is 8'1/4" leaving a gap at the floor as wall board is 4'x8'. On smaller walls or taller walls, ive always seen the rockers just run it tight to the floor.
You might consider dap low expanding/water based foam,(in the blue can). It stays relativaley soft (doesn't harden), and is easy to work with. Because it stays flexible, it will give should there be any movement of the board, even though i've never heard of that, doesn't mean it does not happen.
Usually you'll caulk the baseboard if painted white and that would cover the gap. Not sure what you mean with the ceiling and not having crownmolding. There shouldn't be a gap there.
Sealing the drywall at this intersection is a good thing, if its done at the right time.
The simplest way, is to gasket it prior to hanging drywall,
(note: Denarco gasketing on the bottom plate of the ouside/insulated wall)
but its too late for that.
Sealing it now, would be a tedious thing to do, if you are in fact wanting to seal the drywall to the bottom plate, (which would stop air infiltration from the stud cavity into the conditioned space) The dust you allude to, is insulation dust that rides along with the air movement.
I dont think that sealing this, would significantly reduce the amount of dusting you will need to do.
Most dust that enters a house thru air leakage, comes thru the ceiling/attic plane, where air movement and gravity facilitate it entering the conditioned space.
Non air tight recessed cans are the most noted offender.
Sealing the bottom plate to the floor sheating is quick easy to do, even if the drywall is hung. While this will eliminate some air leakage, it wont stop much dust, per se, because there isnt much dust that would enter at this point.
Its stabilized cellulose.
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Ditto on the acoustical sealant, Used that stuff once for the seal between the plate and the floor sheathing. No problems, till the carpet layer was "caulking" in the carpet, and his tool got full of the stuff. which came back out onto the carpet when he retracted the tool.
Black Death, we use to call it. "It" being Tremco acoustical sealant.
oops...sorry! That insulation looks almost identical to our blown in fiberglass insulation, which is behind a bib. Although, to be precise, we have only managed to insulate one room so far because they cannot get the roof/brick/windows to stop leaking...it's a cat chasing its' tail at this point!
I'd do it - it certainly can't hurt. We have a house built in 1998 that has no seal between the drywall and floor - we have hardwoods, not carpet, and in the winter, we can feel significant airflow coming out between the baseboards and the flooring. In fact, we had the house resided (long story, check here if you're curious) and had streaks of drywall dust streaming out from under the baseboards from all the banging on the exterior walls - we could see exactly where the air leaks were by the dust patterns on the floor.
So anyhow, it is now on our list to seal this gap. Because the floor is not even (it is random-width pine) and gappy where it hits the baseboard, caulk by itself is going to look awful, so we either have to remove the baseboards, caulk behind them, then reapply the baseboards. Our other choice would be to caulk then install shoe molding to cover the caulk. We're going to try that first and see if we like the look because we're afraid of damaging the drywall if we try to remove the baseboards. Either way it's a pain in the butt, though, which is why I vote that if you can do it now quick-and-easy-like, do it. What do you have to lose other than the cost of a couple tubes of caulk and a few hours?
Not in the same company concerning building sciences as worthy, mighty anvil, rollie, and others but thanks kelntex. Welcome back to you as well. I've learned a great deal from them, you and others on these forums over the years simply by reading the posts and responses as well as corrections when im wrong!
Here's to a great new year to all on your projects, builds, and life in general!
It would be more typical to have the plate/floor intersection caulked, as this will stop air infiltration that would carry the dust into the living space. If the base/floor gap idea is objectionable, have the base installed 3/8" above the flooring and fill the gaps with medium-expanding foam insulation. This will close everything off, but be careful if the finished flooring is already in. The gap is then covered by shoe or quarter round. We typically do this on old draughty houses. It is quite effective for balloon framing where there are no top or bottom plates to caulk to.


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Manchester United star Wayne Rooney was looking to make amends Thursday after learning one of his wayward warmup shots broke a young fan's wrist.
Nine-year-old Jamie Thomas suffered the injury prior to United kicking off against Wolves at Molineux in central England Sunday.
The young United fan -- taking in his first live match -- was struck by one of Rooney's venomous blasts while sitting in the front row behind a goal.
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"The players were warming up and Rooney and (Javier) Hernandez were taking a few shots," Thomas' father, Andy Thomas, told the Shropshire Star.
"Rooney missed one and it was coming straight towards Jamie so he put out his hands to stop it hitting him and it broke his wrist."
The England international was unaware he had injured anyone ahead of United's 5-0 win and has since promised Thomas a signed United jersey.
"I want to apologise to Jamie Thomas, I have arranged for a letter and a signed shirt to be sent to his home address #getwellsoon," Rooney wrote on his Twitter account Thursday.
Andy Thomas said he did not initially realize the severity of his son's injury.
"At first we thought it was just bruising but Jamie wasn't enjoying the game so we went to first aid. We ended up missing most of the second half."
The young fan will now be the envy of his classmates, however, receiving not only a personalized gift from England's star striker, but also an invitation from Wolves to sit in on the club's training.
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I have the dark one in my entryway and I loved it so much I bought the white one for my teenage daughter's room. They hold a lot of stuff in a small area and it keeps everything looking organized. It's sturdy and nice looking....
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ITEM#: 11409270Perfect for an entryway or walk-in closet, this beautifully made tree bench provides a great solution for storing scarves, jackets, boots, bags, or umbrellas, and it features a three-inch thick padded seat for added comfort. Your friends and family will adore this bench's elegant design and sturdy construction. Use the three groups of hooks to organize items for trouble-free access during rushed mornings. The top shelf provides elevated space for extra storage, or you can use it to show off your favorite figurines or houseplant. The lower shelf is elevated for a clean look and adds even more storage to this simple piece.
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As other reviewers mentioned, one of the holes was not drilled properly. We don't have a powerful drill, so we had to improvise and it took an HOUR to get that one stubborn screw into its hole. The rest of the assembly was very easy, but you might want to have a big power drill on hand if you're going to buy this. Assembly aside, the piece is attractive, a good size, and very functional. I don't think it'll hold up to a lot of heavy use, but if we're gentle with it, I think it'll last for a few years.Read More
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...but if you don't know me, you don't know that my body is ill, and though I will not die from this, there is no cure. I live with pain and I am unable to eat normally, function normally...but I do my best to be happy, treasure the good times and create magic now and then....
I saw this image in my head, when I realized...again...that I need to be my true and honest self. I have been working lately to ACCEPT my illness, and to live better in spite of it all...
To be honest I am still grieving for the loss of my physical ability to create 3-D mesh models and textures for my online store. My shoulders have gotten to the point where if I try to do that type of work I will lose the limited range of motion that I have left, and I would no longer be able to even do the "fun art" that I want to do as well as visit the online communities, do research, and communicate with friends.
I am still trying to get to the point of acceptance and to be able to say: I am so grateful for even HAVING the years in the creative/commercial world at all...that I have a TREASURE of memories of good times; dear friends that I learned from, laughed with - who were/ARE such a huge part of my art life!
Bloodsong was primary in teaching me to "Morph"... with amazing patients dealing with my dyslexic confusion, and persevering with helping me grasp the fundamentals of morphing...which led to my self taught modeling/mapping.....which led to my store...which led to the kindness and generosity of Debra Ross, who joined our store for a while, working with me on all my morph projects of her delightful models, as well as the other great artists who still sell through the store....(I just continue to do product support for my store)
I HAVE gained more than I have lost: FRIENDS that are so precious to me - friends that I never would have met if I had not found my way to this amazing community! So now I will endeavor, as my health allows, to ENJOY and finally USE all the wonderful products I have accumulated over the years and never had the TIME to use, while working on my store products!
Art Credits: A3- Faeryl by Sarsa & Thorn (RMP) wearing Elf Dance: Enchanted by SWAM & goldtassel, texture set by renapd (RMP)... FK Designs De Ja Vue hair (3DC). Pose & Expression came with Elf Dance, modified by me. Fireflies by Noggin (DAZ) Ultimate Tree by Kromekat (RMP, not available anymore) darkened in poser to match the DAZ Environment. Grass added post. Poser 6.3 and photoshop.
Jan 27, 2007 10:02:25 pmby angelbearzs Homepage »
wow she is very goreoues and excelllent image!!!!:)
Jan 27, 2007 10:10:07 pmby fruitier Homepage »
awesome render, feel better soon.
Jan 27, 2007 10:42:08 pmby Niha Homepage »
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, but you have a positive attitude which is wonderful! I applaud you for that! This is a beautiful image! I love her pose! Always be true to yourself as you are the one who really matters.. Take care of your wellbeing and we are just happy you can still come and keep in touch with all your friends here in this community. Please take care of yourself and keep in touch!!! You are in my thoughts and prayers. Anytime you need to talk you can talk to me! Feel free to email or whatever you can do anytime.
Jan 27, 2007 10:43:18 pmby drifterlee Homepage »
So sorry to hear you are ill, Lynne!!!! I love all your models and have a lot of them. Beautiful fae and render!!!!!!
Jan 27, 2007 10:48:27 pmby FUNJOKER Homepage »
very cool cool cool ;)
Jan 27, 2007 11:19:14 pmby Heztia Homepage »
Beautiful such emotion in it. Great job!
Jan 28, 2007 2:19:00 amby renapd Homepage »
This is so "beautiful" a render as the beautiful person you are my friend! :)
Jan 28, 2007 3:28:37 amby kelvinhughes Homepage »
most excellent Lyne well done
Jan 28, 2007 4:06:35 amby wabe Homepage »
Magical. Very magical really. An excellent piece Lyne.
Jan 28, 2007 4:45:28 amby lwperkins Homepage »
I'm glad you can still enjoy the good days! Both Mom and a vet friend have had bouts with fibromyalgia, my vet friends' dramatically declined when she was treated for thyroid cancer, which makes me think some are thyroid related (Mom has had thyroid problems too). I'm glad you are using the voice software to type, too! This is a lovely image--and I can't tell you how much joy your models have given me, I'm so grateful to have them! Thank you so much for making them, and doing such gorgeous art and sharing it!
Jan 28, 2007 7:54:42 amby Irish Homepage »
You are a very sweet Lady Lyne, and I hope you will have more good days than bad so you can enjoy life as you really wish to. I think you must reach the stage where you finally realize that everything happens for a reason.
An absolutely gorgeous, enchanting scene!!!
Jan 28, 2007 8:08:33 amby coa Homepage »
I am glad that you can still create these lovely scenes, Lyne!!! You know I adore all your animals and will always do so! Fabulous posing and expression in this one!!!!!
Jan 28, 2007 11:54:41 amby ToniDunlap Homepage »
Oh Lyne, Your render is so pretty. Pretty just like you. Again dear friend, you are teaching me something not just about art, but life and illness. I remember your giving me my first art lesson and I remain grateful. And now with your words above, I will follow your lead and be grateful for the art that I've been able to accomplish in the past, and work as I am able to create more now and in the future. It seems that after my husband passed away, (it's been one year now), I developed a very severe case of Rheumatoid Arthritis. Crippling almost. This after not having any serious illness in my entire 70 years. No Ronald and arthritis to boot. 'Tis truly a trip. However Sweet Friend, seeing this beautiful render and reading your words inspired me to try anew. So that is just what I am going to do. Watch for me okay? Watch and know that you made Toni try. Be as well and as happy as possible Lyne. I will hold you in my morning and evening prayers. Nam Myoho Renge Kyo. Toni
Jan 28, 2007 2:23:00 pmby Flint_Hawk Homepage »
The beauty in your heart shines through in your art & your words!
Jan 28, 2007 5:29:41 pmby seaayre Homepage »
This is a lovely render, Lyne.
Jan 28, 2007 6:42:50 pmby bpclarke Homepage »
This is beautiful Lyne! I do hope you will be with us to create beauty for a long time. Quality is always better than quantity. Love and hugs. Bunny
Jan 28, 2007 7:16:25 pmby Kindredsoul Homepage »
nice image....I am glad you did some mesh modeling and that I have purchased some from you....in fact i need to re visit your site to see if I see any more I want...
Jan 28, 2007 7:27:59 pmby bob4artist Homepage »
Sorry to hear that your shoulders are getting worse. Don't push yourself to hard. You need to take care of yourself. Remember that art takes place in the heart and the mind of the artist. The images are only a way of sharing it.
Nice image. Thanks for sharing - Bob
Jan 28, 2007 9:50:31 pmby Nvlonewulf Homepage »
This is beautiful Lyne, just like you are too. I hope your illness eases with your acceptance of it. Hopefully more and more will be discovered to help you.
Jan 28, 2007 10:20:13 pmby BountifulKnight Homepage »
True art. The truth of artistic expression is in the heart behind the work and this has such a dept of heart. It does my heart good to know how you are growing in your acceptance of the life you have, but it does me even more good knowing that you are sharing your life with us. God bless you Lyne.
Jan 29, 2007 7:31:24 amby 1010 Homepage »
You are a treasure Lyne, hope you have more good days than bad. A beautiful fae!
Jan 29, 2007 10:20:16 amby Primal Homepage »
You are an amazing person,so posative,even with your limitations..It Gives me hope..Your artwork is very enchanting too.!Keep the posative additude..Love and Peace.
Jan 30, 2007 10:49:08 amby Turtle Homepage »
Outstanding Lyne, Perfect picture and heartbreaking story. Your so Brave you set a wonderful role model on how to work with illness. Hugs to you.
Feb 2, 2007 3:50:01 amby GARNETROSE Homepage »
beautiful art work lyne :-])
May 28, 2007 1:04:02 pmby DennisReed Homepage »
I am so sorry to hear of this Lyne. I pray your spirit will continue to shine as it does in these words you have written. HUGS!
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"When you hear people talking about Heaven, even nowadays, it's like well, maybe there's a field and birds tweeting and sunlight and it's a good temperature," she said. "But if you think about Hell you can come up with 30 images off the top of your head: There's demons, there's pain, there's fire, there's grills, there's a devil ... "
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On the opposite end of that setup you could bring an Akai MPC variant with you, and skip the need for a computer altogether – but this is also unnecessary as you're not intending to sit there and create beats all day long. This is the challenge that Akai has set out to tackle, and they have so far done a decent job of it. Enter the MPX8. This compact unit looks like the smaller LPD8 laptop controller, but it is much more. It houses its own samples using a SD card and has knob controls to sort through each setting.


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November 19, 2012 by Maureen McCarty, HRC Associate Director of Digital Media
To commemorate National Adoption Month, RaiseAChild.US's co-founder John Ireland penned an article for The Huffington Post on his and his husband's personal journey through the foster care system.
"If you think your life could be enriched through parenting, I urge you to be ready for a crystallizing moment. For me, it was the plea of a young adult calling in to a radio program, who had already made peace with her future. When that realization comes, reach out to those of us who have traveled similar paths. We are ready to help you along your journey. We'll all celebrate together down the road apace, our kids at our sides."
In March, HRC proudly announced its partnership with RaiseAChild.US on a pilot project to produce recruitment events and media campaign in major cities across the country, raising visibility of LGBT parents and the fostering and adoption process.
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Guests are served a complimentary breakfast. In addition to an outdoor pool and coffee/tea in the lobby, Super 8 Vicksburg features RV/bus/truck parking. Wireless Internet access is complimentary in public areas. Self parking is complimentary.
Accommodations at Super 8 Vicksburg feature hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access is provided. In addition, amenities available on request include refrigerators and microwaves.
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Staff friendliness.Complimentary wine cocktails in the evening.Excellent breakfast variety.
Location: miles outside Poughkeepsie, as advertised. And directions were entirely inadequate, unless one arrived on certain routes, but not from Rte 9Wto Poughkeepsie. It took me a full hour and innumerable stops to ask directions.
Beautiful rooms, liked fireplace area, incredible location
Thin walls
Price for the area, proximity to where I needed to be, free breakfast, free wifi.
Breakfast wasn't very good, thin walls, poor light quality, poor shower quality, no conditioner, no material about the hotel or the surrounding area, toilet didn't flush well.
the cost was $83 and it was close.
Unfortunately I booked through Kayak so I had to pay $110. I will use Hotel Mercury again but I will book through them and save the $27 extra that Kayak charged as their fee.
Queen size bed. Location was good.
Cut leg on bed frame no proper first aid kit. Bed not made up bathroom not cleaned. Room smelled very musty cigarette smell in hallway. Missing window at end of hall leaving gaping hole. Locked out of our room and keys deactivated. Garbage not cleaned
Privacy, Cleanliness, Helpful Staff
Placing active children in the room above us. Children need to run around. On the second floor they sounded like a herd of elephants. It was disturbing.
Nice to be able to have space for the kids and some space left for my wife and I. Breakfast is nice too, and makes the stay a better value. (Breakfast would probably run us $40-&50 elsewhere)
A little outdated, but it seems they're addressing this as it appears a number of units are being updated
The hotel was clean, but very run down. Bed was crooked, pillows were too little and cheaply filled. Appliances were old. Could hear people outside all night.
I have stayed here several times before and always had a good experience. However the cleanliness of the room was not up to par including long black hair all over the duvet. There was also very little cordiality at check in.
The rooms were attractive and clean. Breakfast and breakfast room were very nice.
We would have liked a second chair in the room--had to sit on bed to watch TV.
Quiet rooms....no heavy doors slamming. Very pleasant, efficient staff.
Very well appointed, welcoming lobby.
Liked it all !
First time at this location, previously stays were at Newbrgh location that was recently sold. Not as convienent as Newburgh location for my needs.
The room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was very nice.
Workout facility was very small.
Convenient. Clean. Good breakfast.
Room was very small noisy and light came in all night from parking.
Nice size room. Convenient parking. Lots of restaurants in the immediate area, although we went to restaurants 10 minutes away.
Our room did not have a safe in it. Reserved room for 2 nights, but left at 5PM before our 2nd night to avoid the snow. Room was not cleaned after our 1st night as well as it should have been. Replaced towel, but left old town hanging over shower bar.
The hotel was fine.
Nothing, it was good.
Nothing really
The room is the size of a shoebox. This isn't a hotel its glorified bed and breakfast
Location, Staff
The room had a slight musty smell from old area rugs.
Clean & comfortable room. Breakfast was great.
It was a bit out of the way from my route north to Albany but worth the miles and bridge toll.
Cheery and accommodating staff. Hotel Employee in particular was welcoming and extremely pleasant.
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Kyoko Maeda is a hot Asian MILF enjoying a date with her horny guy. He is exposing her hot tits and using a small vibrator on her nipples! He has other sex toys he is using on her hot pussy when he is done licking her hairy slit, he rubs the vibrator in it to stimulate her juices. She is playing with his cock, and giving him some hand work. She is nude now and in front of him to take his cock in her mouth while showing off her round apple ass for a nice shot. When he has had enough of getting his cock sucked, he moves her into position for a doggy style fucking and bangs her hard! They continue the hardcore action with her mounting up for a cock ride while he enjoys the scenery, and she decides to suck his cock again and she gets a load of cum in her pretty face! Kyoko Maeda has enjoyed her hot date thoroughly tonight!
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