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Wednesday, 4 March 2015
Shiny #2 Show me yours
That's my take on kit. What's yours?.........
Hendrik @ Hiking in Finland consistently bangs out quality articles on all things outdoors.
Local shop for local people The Derby Runner
Top Fell Running Guide Dave Taylor, Knows his stuff. Check out his fb page for kit reviews and Navigation tips.
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Tuesday, 24 February 2015
It's Shiny I want one
Gear, kit. stuff. I have an strange relationship with kit.On the one hand I am quite cynical about the unsustainable, consumerist drive and all the marketing bollox that goes with it. On the other, I still like shiny new things.
This interest in stuff can probably be traced back to Top Trumps. The card game where the; biggest fastest or most shinyest, wins, or 'trumps' the opposition.
This was re-enforced in my teens. I spent a few years as an Air Cadet, where I got to play with lots of shiny things, from assault rifles and anti aircraft missiles to every-ones favourite cold war kid- the English Electric Lightning.
I am sort of a 'part time pacifist' but wow, that stuff was proper shiney.
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I never got to fly in a fast jet but they did let me press the starter button on this one.
Fast jets lead to fast bikes and the influence of lord Emap (now Her Bauer), publisher of Motorcycle News and Performance Bikes. This was were the racing bug bit.The bestest and shineyest of bikes raced in Moto GP or 500 grand prix as it was. Expansion chambers, reed valves, variable porting and sticky tyres. Fast, exotic, dangerous and very shiny.
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From motorbikes to mountains, moorland and fell running. A simple sport but still requiring kit. Sticky tyres are swapped for studded shoes, leathers replaced with wicking technical tops and breathable waterproofs, a whole industry to tempt a fellrunner. Again Bauer Media have plenty of shiny things to show off in Trail Running magazine, even the sublime The Fellrunner magazine has adverts displaying fellrunning, shiny things.
Kit makes it possible for us to do amazing things and I still find it interesting but the final word goes to Cameron Mc Neish Author, writer for Walkhighlands and former Editor of TGO. A thoughtful article writtten by Cameron ~ Bucking the Corporate Trend
Kit and shiney related links :
The best fell running shoes Ethical outdoorsy Finisterre & Howies
Mike Parsons Invisible on Everest PB vs Billy B
More ethical outdoorsy kit Patagonia & Paramo Rab up warm Dear
Norman Walsh Performance Footware Here Kittty
Rab 2010 Team Ibuprofen Kitlist Northern Souls Walsh vs Inov8
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Friday, 13 February 2015
Rab Mini MM 7.2.15
Eastern Moors
A new record for Team Ibuprofen. Our/my first navigational error of the day was a wrong turn in Bakewell. Five miles before the startline. Der! Thankfully this detour meant that we started later than planned, giving the other teams time to leave footprints in the snow for us to follow. No more nav errors there then.
The only other minor setbacks were: the HD card on my faithful Olympus was full( hence no pictures) and the peat bog slush puppy up on the moors. After trudging through slush water and peat for what seemed like forever, I thought my feet would never warm up.
Other Highlights and randoms-
Pea soup, flapjack, bread and butter with marmite :)
Catching up with; Nick, Matt, Ike, Martin and Rich.
My first time on Curber, Froggat and White Edges.
Harveys mapping.
A big thank you to the BogRock Partnership, who have taken over the running of this years Rab Mini Mountain Marathon series. It is good to see Dark and White have passed the Mini MMs on to a safe pair of hands.
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Location: Calver, Hope Valley, Derbyshire S32, UK
Saturday, 17 January 2015
Stuff and ting
Stuff and ting from around the interweb that has amused me. I hope you like it too.
Life of a mountain Scafell Pike made byTerrybnd, an imaginary(digital) friend of mine was shown on BBC 4 this week.
Well Done Terry, you deserve it.
A nice Wushu(kung fu) Vid
Zephr makes an interesting point about rules. Discus.
Claire is training for the 6 day Coastal Challenge.
Pat's Trigger report
New year means it's time for the Dakar Proper bonkers.
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Labels: fell running, kung Fu, Martial Arts, motorbikes
Monday, 5 January 2015
For all you; runners, climbers, cyclists, skiers, walkers, gym goers and generally outdoorzy folk.
Keep on moving! x
Well done Charlie on completing your first fell race. Good to see you running again Martin. Last but not least. A big thank you to David Denton and all the helpers/marshals at yesterdays race.
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Sunday, 28 December 2014
The Yin and Yang of Christmas
If you have a very good imagination and squint a bit, it could possibly look a bit like, the Daoist symbol of complimentary opposites which sums up the first few of days of my Xmas break.
Xmas eve. A lovely evening with friends family and neighbours.
Woke up Xmas day with manflu
Fab Xmas day with family and Friends.
Too poorly/lazy to do Disewoth boxing day fun run.
It snowed and I went for a run in my new Xmas shorts.
I hope you had a fab Christmas and wish you all the very best for new year
Parental advice, it's a bit sweary.
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genre: Puzzle
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release date: 2013
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Uros "Vader" Pavlovic
Many people continue to complain about the state of the industry and how it is submerged by generic shooters and tedious action games. Still, we are constantly to swimming towards the surface for a breath of fresh air, so to speak. Let's face it, many IPs are being watered down and stripped of their originality even as we speak. We see this occurring with every passing month, as more and more developers and publishers hop aboard the franchise-milking bandwagon.
Too many cubes. It's cube overload.
I've thought about this, and I still don't know what to do...
In recent years, however, new and eager game designers seek other ways to push their products via independent development studios. Enter game designer Alexander Bruce, who steps bravely onto the gaming scene with his FPS puzzle game, Antichamber. The idea was to take gamers on a unique journey as they go through one baffling brain-teaser after another. Yes, that's what this game can be: bloody baffling. There's no story and the game doesn't have any characters. The purpose is to keep moving from chamber to chamber and think your way out any predicament that's placed before you.
The game starts off by sending the player down a corridor, where the only way to progress is by solving the problem at hand. The puzzles in the beginning are quite simple, albeit well-thought-out and quite original. This is the part where Antichamber shines. You rarely know what to expect. There's always some mystery involved. As you progress, the challenge gradually increases. However, this game isn't merely about solving puzzles. When you actually solve a problem, you don't get points or anything like that. Taking a more philosophical approach, the game just makes you ponder a bit more if you fail. Failing denotes learning from your mistakes. So, just think before you leap and try again.
Exploring the hallways and rooms of Antichamber holds many surprises. As I've said, the game doesn't exactly shower you with prizes if you solve a puzzle. What it does sometimes is place you in front of an even greater challenge. The game twists things around when you least expect it. Just when you think you've reached a solution, the ground shifts beneath your feet and everything turns upside down. You'll be scratching your head more than once on this ride. Although it may prove to be a tad frustrating for some people, the game effectively stimulates you to think rather than making rash decisions. The game can also toss bigger problems your way even when you're doing well, thus keeping the gameplay dynamic and fresh almost constantly.
Before long you'll be able to get your hands on a weird gravity gun that lets you manipulate tiny cubes that are scattered throughout the area. Cubes are used to open doors and gates, so in most instances grabbing these guns are essential to unlocking other parts of Antichamber. Altogether there are four types of guns, each required to solve particular puzzles to gain access to specific areas.
Oh great, now I'm starting to see things.
No, this game is not about mushrooms.
Playing Antichamber is a test of intelligence, not just reaction time. Inventive challenges and overall solid gamepay mechanics are complemented by visual simplicity and slick design. Adding layers of soothing ambient sound effects like gushes of wind, water trickling and birds chirping in the distance will accompany players as they dash through the numerous passages of Antichamber. The fitting ambient music can also be heard in the background, which marks another tasteful move by the developer. Occasional moments of frustration might ensue if you fail to solve a puzzle on time and as a result you might be forced to begin an entire section again. In other words, yeah, there's a bit of trial and error here. Apart from that, there were a few graphical glitches here and there (chamber walls and cubes flicker etc.), although these issues were sporadic and not very bothersome.
Despite a few minor issues, we encourage you to put your intellect to the test in Anitchamber. This is a rare gem among modern-day games. It proves that even the simplest concept can be pushed beyond the limits few people dare to explore. It's a valiant experiment and one that has brought some truly satisfying results. Enjoying Antichamber involves challenging your mind and with each step the challenge becomes greater and more fun.
9.0 Excellent
Creative, mysterious, thought-provoking and bloody good fun.
Might be a bit too taxing for the impatient, minor graphical issues.
|Feb 07 2013, 12:42 pm EST
Just kidding:P nice review. going to try it after all the exams.
| Vader: For some reason, I find that video quite disturbing.
|[STAFF] Feb 07 2013, 12:49 pm EST
Still, it's a great game.
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| Vader: A small hen in its late 40s would scare you.
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| Vader: I have absolutely no arguments there.
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One of the pleasures of mead making is of course the sheer pleasure in making something today that you can enjoy over the next few years. Some of us have first hand experience and some of us are just starting on this journey.
Now that I have young children I can appreciate how the years now pass quickly. Today I want to develop 3 meads (one for each child). The idea is to brew a large batch (23 litres) each time with the intent of having some bottles left for the child's 21st Birthday celebration, in the lead up I intend every 2 years on their birthday to celebrate the occasion by opening a small 375ml bottle...
I'd be interested in other people's ideas on recipes that they've done over time or would be good candidates to mature over time. As I'm new to this my key questions are:
1. It seems that Cysers and some Melomels will have a peak age of 1-3 years. I really want something that is going to come into its own in 10-20 so does this mean a traditional or spiced is the way to go?
2. with extensive ageing a high alcohol content is likely to be a good idea. Over 10 percent but are there recommendations
3. I thought adding fruit to the secondary (and racking off of course) such as rasins, dates might add some good complexity for the final product.
My thoughts as of today are:
Primary fermentation
3kg Blue Gum Honey (local to Australia) Quantities to be worked out
1kg Orange Blossom Honey (I live in the Orange capital of Australia) smaller quantity
2 Cinamon sticks
2 cloves
Volume of water to be worked out based on suggestions on ABV to aim for.
I was considering using a fruit such as apple juice, grape juice (or a apple and passionfruit which I'm seriously having second thoughts on) to replace some of the water, on second thought I'm not sure if it will add or detract from the mead in 20 years. Will the fruit cause the mead to age poorly?
Interested in your feedback if you've tried such a project and people's thoughts on alternate recipe(s) that I could consider
Many thanks
I'd be tempted to make a pure orange blossom honey mead. I think I'd go for a higher ABV since it would have plenty of time to age out. I'd also be sure to use synthetic corks as they're supposed to be the best for long term. There are so many choices out there, and so many of them would be good choices, you have to go with YOU like, or think you'd like. I just think the simpler, the better when it comes to long term bottle aging. It'll be interesting to see what others think & to see what you finally decide on. Regards, GF.
Edit: As far as fruit goes, I'm partial to plums & blackberries.
I will be doing the same. I will be choosing a varietal, and making a dry mead to about 15% ABV.
I really only like dry mead, so it is an easy choice for me. The yeast will make a big difference so do some research on those.
Some light spicing could be nice, but remember a little goes a long way and simplicity is tough to screw up.
Sounds like a great idea, and I wish you luck on your journey. I'm far from an expert mead maker, in fact my very first is in the primary as we speak. However, from what I've read I think you're on the right track. Something a bit stronger in flavor and alcohol bite will definitely benefit from the aging. I'd even consider a darker honey. I can get buckwheat honey regularly. It's got a great taste right now, but after 20 years I'd bet the complexity really comes out.
From what I've heard prickly pear mead ages extremely well. I might be doing a big batch of this soon myself
Primary(23L/6g): Empty
Primary(4L/1g):Strawberry melomel
Bottled:Apfelwein(Started 2/20/09), JAOM
planning:Dogfish head 60 minute clone, a stout of some type, prickly pear mead, cherry melomel
I'm not going to be much help with recipe development, but I will say you should send one of each to me at the same time you are going to open yours, so you will have a second unbiased opinion of the outcome
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Hey, careful, man, there's a beverage here! - The Dude
I don't understand the purpose of the line, "I don't need to drink to
have fun." Great, no one does. But why start a fire with flint and
sticks when they've invented the lighter?
Papazian just (well, a couple months ago) did an article on Gayre's old meads and included in the article was a recipe for brochet, which I jumped on right away. If you can't get it online, I'll try to dig up the back issue and post it.
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And while it certainly seems like progress to move from attacking depression with scalpels and electrodes to treating it as a chemical imbalance with medication, in high-profile cases like those of Andrea Yates and Columbine High School's Eric Harris, who was also being treated with antidepressants, critics like Levine have serious questions about the efficacy and safety of these medications. Levine, a practicing psychologist for more than 15 years, believes it would be rash and reductive to lay the blame for Yates' and Harris' homicidal impulses at the feet of American pharmaceutical companies. But if we are going to treat depression -- and postpartum psychosis, anorexia, oppositional defiant disorder, premenstrual syndrome and dozens of other illnesses -- with tools from the chemistry set, says Levine, it is fair to ask whether we know what we are doing at all. Why are we now prescribing stimulants for women who, three decades ago, would have been put on sedatives? 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The theory that depression and other disorders are caused by "chemical imbalances" in the body that can be remedied by psychotropic medication is, according to Levine, "just that: a theory." Not only does he believe that psychotropic medication is, at best, ineffective; he also claims that the rush to solve social problems by medicating individuals is blinding us to the ways in which people are rebelling against an "institutional society" that doesn't meet human needs. Speaking by telephone from his home in Ohio, Levine addressed the ways in which pharmaceutical companies romance Americans, the effects of the mental health industry on women and children, and the possible role of psychotropic medication in the Andrea Yates case. (Several days after Salon's interview with Levine, Families USA, a healthcare consumers group based in Washington, published data showing that last year, leading pharmaceutical companies spent more than twice as much money on advertising, marketing and administration as they did on research into new medicines.) You have written: "One of the greatest marketing feats of the past 20 years is use of pharmaceutical companies' dollars to convince the mass media that psychiatrists who prescribe these companies' drugs are basing their treatment on anything resembling science." What do you mean by this? Thirty years ago people used to laugh at psychiatry. Since then, the science has not advanced, but the marketing on the part of pharmaceutical companies has. Just like any other corporation, these companies bring out new models and new brands; when people start to notice problems with one product, they bring out another one which may not be any better than the last one, but its problems are less well known. These are multibillion-dollar companies that have made sure that professional organizations and consumer groups hear the same line over and over again. Even lots of doctors don't have the time to do much more than read press releases. But today, even mainstream psychiatry textbooks will tell you that many of these drugs have no benefit beyond the placebo effect, especially for children. Meanwhile, estimates are as low as half a million to as high as 2 million children are being put on these drugs, which may have no greater benefit than a sugar pill. All these new antidepressants -- Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft -- are SSRIs [selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors]; they all increase the level of the neurotransmitter serotonin in the brain. 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...but the more I watch the more I think they are rediculous.
1. Hoosiers. Still kinda like this movie. However, when Coach Dale played only 4 guys to prove a point was just plain stupid. Not to mention the 4 pass rule before you shoot. Then, when Jimmy comes and decides that he will play only if Coach Dale stays sends a bad message. No player is above any program, not even at Hickory.
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Nishikori Advances to 3rd Round at Australian OpenU.S. Open finalist Kei Nishikori stayed on track for another strong Grand Slam performance when he beat Ivan Dodig 4-6, 7-5, 6-2, 7-6 (0) on Thursday in the second round of the Australian Open . Dodig was serving for the fourth set at 5-4 when ... ABC News, 2 months ago
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Fifth seed Kei Nishikori was made to earn a berth in the third round of the Australian Open via a gritty four-set win over Ivan Dodig. The Croatian Dodig won the opening set before Nishikori ground away to post a 4-6, 7-5, 6-2, 7-6 (7-0) victory ...ABC Online, 2 months ago Novak Djokovic surprised by Rafael Nadal's struggles Stuff.co.nz, 2 months ago Novak surprised by Nadal's struggles Yahoo!Xtra, 2 months ago Nishikori stretched before making Open third round Malay Mail, 2 months ago
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Muskego - City officials will discuss next week whether to make an offer to purchase two Little Muskego Lake parcels along Janesville Road for a park for $3.55 million.
The idea of developing a park along this area of the lake - once home to Muskego Beach and DandiLion Park - has been discussed for some time.
On Tuesday, the Common Council will meet at 7 p.m. to hear from the public about the possible acquisition of the 4.6 acres along Janesville Road near Pioneer Drive. The council then could vote on whether to make an offer to purchase the property, which has 365 feet of lake frontage, Mayor Kathy Chiaverotti said Wednesday.
The city's 2020 comprehensive plan, adopted in 2009, called for the city to take steps to purchase lake property along Janesville Road if possible in an effort to bring public lake access back to the area.
The area the city is considering purchasing is near what was known as Muskego Beach between 1861 and 1967. It started as a resort hotel and store. Later, amusement rides and a dance hall were added, and when a new owner took over in 1967, the name changed to DandiLion Park, which closed in early 1978.
Much of the 35-acre site became the Bay Breeze condominiums.
The two properties being offered to the city were part of a "Bring Back the Lake" proposal that the city considered in early 2010.
That proposal, pitched by developer Michael Dilworth and city officials, envisioned a park area with a beach house and concession building, picnic shelters, an area for concerts, trails and three to four buildings that would have retail and commercial space on the first floor and condominiums on upper floors.
The plan would have required the city to spend $10 million to purchase about a 12-acre parcel.
That proposal was abandoned.
In August 2011, Dilworth then proposed two alternatives for the area, including one that offered the city the opportunity to purchase part of the site that would allow for the creation of a park and beach along the lake.
The park plan included a proposal to build four houses and one condo/retail building on a parcel west of the park acreage.
The plan that does not include the park proposes eight houses near the lake and two buildings off Janesville Road that would have condominiums and retail space for restaurants and gift shops.
Dilworth owns one of the parcels the city is considering buying.
Chiaverotti said the city on Tuesday is only considering park options.
Muskego Planner Adam Trzebiatowski said no retail or residential development is being proposed for the 4.6 acres.
If the city approves the property purchase, Chiaverotti said, the park development process would be handled by the Parks and Recreation Board. The board would seek public comment on park plans, she said.
The city has information about the proposed lake property purchase on its website at ci.muskego.wi.us under the "What's New" heading.
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Except you make it so obvious you are rigging the game for losing...I know, so we users will spend real $$ on what? To buy to lose...etc.!
If you didn't set it up to make the player lose...this would be one of the GREAT games.
I will still play..until the frustration of being manipulated gets too aggravating.
Update: still manipulates colors...no surprise.
Another update: game has improved...enjoying it more...but since it "insisted" on me giving a review...again!...I upped the stars. Now that I have written another review it will probably go back to same game play...hope not.
Still Needs quicker updates
How about new levels at least every couple of weeks...PLEASE Tired of playing previous levels.
FINALLY an update. This game is really fun. More addictive than Candy Crush because of the slots twist. I would give this five stars if you didn't have to wait so long for new levels. I was beginning to lose interest having to play old levels over and over again.
Here I am once again waiting weeks for an update. I kind of wish I was stuck on level 63 like so many people. It would be more enjoyable than playing previous levels I've already passed. PLEASE PROVIDE UPDATES MORE OFTEN!!!!
Love this game, but this version is frustrating!!
I have been playing this game for a few months and have been loving it. I was sorry to see the changes made - obviously to get people to spend more money, but the biggest problem has been the game freezing up. After I make selections of powerups and am charged, the game quits and sends me back to the iPad list of apps.
I think the new format could be good but please try to fix the problem with the crashes and being charged when the powerups aren't used. Thanks!!
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Easy Photo Posting Instructions
I know we've posted these instructions before but I've seen the question come up a couple times recently so thought it was time to do it again. There are several ways to get your pictures into your messages, but I think this is the easiest for beginners and with Photobuckets newer services, it offers great stuff for pros too. When my printer was down recently I ordered some prints through them and received my pictures in 2 days. Really nice quality too.
(No, this is NOT an ad for Photobucket. I don't work for them, own stock or have any interest in the company. I use Webshots, too.)
The photo posting is much easier than you think, once you've done it. Tony_K taught me a couple years ago and I've tried to pass on the information to others.
Here's the basics:
I think it's easier to do all this if you have two browser windows open - one on photobucket and one on gardenweb.
Go to photobucket(dot)com and open an account. It's free, takes only a minute, and is no harder than signing on to GardenWeb. There are other photo posting services but I think this one is the easiest to use.
Once you have the account you'll see how easy it is to upload your photos to photobucket. You can set up sub-albums with one click of the mouse, so you can sort your photos into different subject (more on that below).
When they are there, you'll see three little 'addresses' under each picture. Highlight the middle one - the TAG line - and 'copy' it. (You can copy it by right clicking on your mouse and selecting 'copy', or by clicking on EDIT at the very top of your computer screen.)
Once it's copied, go to the GardenWeb message you are composing and paste the TAG line directly into the text of your message. Don't put it at the URL line under the text box. At this point you will only see text, but once you choose to view your message you'll see the photo. If it comes out too big, then go back to photobucket and choose the EDIT button over that photo. You'll have the option there to reduce the photo by 75, 50, or 25 percent. 75% makes it a good size for these messages, but 50% works too. Try both on different photos and see what you like.
Technically I think you can post as many photos as you want in each message but remember that not everyone has a high speed line and try to keep it to 5 or less. More than that makes it pretty slow to load for some.
Here's the sub-album tip about photobucket or any other service you use: set up sub-albums for different subjects so you don't end up with 200 photos in one album. For example, I have Garden 2005, Garden 2006, House Shots, Yard Sale (where I post photos for things I am selling through the newspaper or eBay), All the Muffins (pet pictures), etc. Besides making it hard to find something if you have it all in one album, if you ever decide to move photos later, any link you've posted on the web will be lost.
If you still have problems, send me an email with your email or phone number and I'll talk you through it. I think photos make every post more fun and I encourage everyone to do it. The digital camera I use is a 10 year old 2.1 Nikon, so you don't need a fancy or expensive camera to share images of your garden. We all want to see!
A special thanks, once again, to Tony_K for helping me get my first picture posted a few years ago!
Hope this helps,
Here's a link to an alternate method, using your own website to link photos. This one was put together by Delta Charlie.
Here is a link that might be useful: Delta Charlie's website photo posting
Hi all, I just made some more changes to the picture posting how-to. I added info on photobucket and if you work through the samples you will learn how to crop and resize your pictures using free software BEFORE you upload them. This can save quite a lot of time on slower dialup connections. Also added is a sample Notepad file with all the sample code needed to post your pictures. I even added a page on Camera notes and will be putting more info on that page when I get the time.
Hope this helps, DC
Here is a link that might be useful: Direct link to the picture how-to
Hi all, Update on my direct link to picture posting how-to. It has been moved to my new Internet Service Provider so please use the link below.
Quick note on why the move, I finally figured out how to upgrade to broadband and still keep the costs down. I decided to put the broadband to work and change to Internet phone service. This lets me cancel the regular phone service and save the money it was costing. When you consider what I was paying for regular phone service and dial-up Internet my new setup will cost a bit less per month but I get to enjoy a faster Internet and much cheaper phone calls.
If anybody wants to know more about Internet phone service please email me, I learned a lot researching it and would be happy to share what I learned.
Take care, DC
Here is a link that might be useful: Updated link to picture posting how-to
I haven't posted pics in a long time. I have some pics of the legless lizard I want to post. I use Kodak Easyshare to get them on the Mac. I have a Photobucket account. Was hoping you woudl be able to walk me thru from getting the pics tfrom Kodak to Photobucket then to Gardenweb. As a quick refresher.
Thanks Kate.
You can edit smaller but you can't edit to a bigger size. So it's best to reduce your photo by one size each time to see if you like it. If it gets too small, just delete the tiny one, reload the photo onto Photobucket from your computer and start over.
Photobucket has changed a bit since this thread first started in May 2006, so it's probably time for an update.
I'll leave it to you to open your account at Photobucket (or whichever service you choose) and get photos uploaded from your computer to your page there. (If you have problems, email me at email@example.com).
Here's what your photos will look like at Photobucket:
Instead of the 3 choices you used to have, now you'll see that there are 4 boxes under each photo. For posting directly into messages, click on the one that says "HTML code". You'll instantly see a little pop-up box that tells you it's "copied". Go back to the message you are typing into GardenWeb and click on where in the message you want the photo to appear. "Paste" it into that spot. You should see the html code (it's just text at this point, not an actual photo) that starts with a 'less than' sign and the word 'img'. Now when you click on "Preview Message" you should see your text as you've typed it and the photo. (If you can't see the photo then we won't see it when you sumbit the message either, so keep trying.)
If instead of posting the picture for direct viewing in your message, you want to use the URL link boxes, then in Photobucket you would copy your image by clicking on the second box - the one that is labeled "Direct Link". That works but it forces readers to click on the link to get to your image. It's more fun to put it directly into the picture - instant view & instant gratification.
If your photo shows up too large in GardenWeb, then just go back to Photobucket and edit the size. Click on 'edit', then 'resize' once the picture opens. 'Message Board' is obviously a nice size for message boards, but if you have graphic images, logos or little animations, then you can go smaller. Your image will automatically change once the message is posted to GardenWeb so you don't have to change anything there.
If you rename, move or delete your photo in Photobucket, the connection is lost in GardenWeb because you aren't really putting the picture there; you are just putting code into the message that tells the computer to pull up and insert the photo there.
Hope that help!
But don't hesitate to ask questions if you have problems.
(There is a newer posting about this subject and I posted a reply there too. This one is from 2006 but I updated it in 2008. I'll post other updates on that one so please don't reply on this one; we should try to keep the other one near the top. Kate)
Daisy, first of all, have you set up an account (joined)?
Then, are you logged in to that account? The place to enter your user name and password are near the top right corner of the page.
Once you log in, if you are on the Photobucket main page instead of your 'albums' page, then look at the menu bar at the top of the website - I think it's deep blue in color. Near the left on that menu bar is "my albums" with a little down arrow on it. Put your mouse cursor there and choose "albums and upload". That will take you to the page where you can upload pictures from your computer.
Please let me know if that works. I tried to send you an email but wasn't able to find an email address listed on your member page.
STOP! No more posting on this thread PLEASE!
The original post on this thread is from 2006. There is an update first posted in 2008. Please use the link to get to that post!
Here is a link that might be useful: The updated Easy Photo Posting Instructions


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Level 10 Character To Purchase ZEN... Help?
Hi folks!
I have two characters and one is over level 10, but for some reason it wont let me purchase ZEN from the Perfect world store. Any idea's? Tried looking in the support section, but can't find a solution. Thanks in advance, Mark
all i had to do was wait a little around two days before it just allowed me to purchase zen so its probably just a waiting game right now
Ok, thanks mate :)
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For example:
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Some days this file may have several lines, some days only one line, but each line will contain a fixed number of words with each separated by an empty space.
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The chair looks great after assembling. The dark gray color is awesome and it's comfortable to sit in. I like the dark silver button/detail work. Overall it "looks" like an expensive chair. However after putting it together, it's shaky - I feel like it's going to fall apart even though I went through and ensured all the screws were tight.
Our chair arrived today and it is ultimately what I expected. ASSEMBLY: The assembly of the chair should have only took about 20 minutes. Unfortunately, one of the screws/bolts sent seemed to have a defect. Therfore, it took my burly husband a while to manually force the large bolt a half turn at a time (I despise hex key/allen wrench construction in tight spaces). CHAIR ITSELF: The seat part is quite squishy & comfortable. And the sides have a nice comforting feeling. It is just a small feature that helps detract from the lack of arms. The fabric ,shape & general design all looks nice. It seems like a comfortable and attractive piece. OVERALL IMPRESSION: We are using it as a desk chair in our living room, so I wish the nail head trim (especially in the back) was a bit more precise (I am quite OCD). However, those are small details that only OCD'ers would probably notice. Overall, it is pretty much what I expected. It is not a super expensive chair and it is not a super cheap chair.....so, as the old adage says "You get what you pay for...." In this case, I believe that is befitting, I expected an average chair with average pros and average cons. And, I got just what I expected.
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Galvis Gets His Shot, But Is He Ready?
Freddy Galvis swears he cannot remember the moment he heard the Phillies traded Jimmy Rollins.
Funny, it would seem to be a momentous occasion.
Because when the Phillies traded Rollins to the Dodgers in December for Minor League pitchers Zach Eflin and Tom Windle, Galvis became the organization's first everyday shortstop other than Rollins since Desi Relaford in 2000. It is a role Rollins held from 2001-14, when he became the greatest shortstop in franchise history and surpassed Mike Schmidt to become the franchise's hits leader.
No pressure, Freddy.
"Jimmy was Jimmy," Galvis said. "Jimmy was the man here in Philadelphia. But you have to come here and play baseball. I have to do my game. I don't have to do Jimmy's game. I have to do Freddy Galvis' game and play ball."
But what kind of game can Galvis bring?
He is fine defensive shortstop, so the pitchers should appreciate him. Ryne Sandberg loves his energy and praises his instincts. But a good glove, enthusiasm and instincts cannot help a hitter at the plate. Galvis has hit a combined .218 with a .621 OPS in 550 plate appearances with the Phillies from 2012-14. He has hit a combined .253 with a .646 OPS in eight Minor League seasons.
Galvis, 25, just hit .250 with 12 doubles, one triple, one home run, 18 RBIs and a .652 OPS in 51 games in Winter Ball in Venezuela.
The Phillies probably would take similar production from Galvis in 2015.
Rollins Era Officially Ends
The Jimmy Rollins era in Philadelphia has officially ended.
The Phillies announced this morning they have traded the greatest shortstop in franchise history and cash to the Dodgers for Minor League pitchers Zach Eflin and Tom Windle. The deal ends a 15-year run for Rollins from 2000-14 that included one World Series championship, two National League pennants, five NL East titles, one NL MVP, three NL All-Star appearances, four Gold Gloves, one Silver Slugger Award, memorable predictions and proclamations, a 38-game hitting streak and a franchise record 2,306 hits.
"Jimmy is both an iconic player and person whom I have had the great joy of watching grow up in this game and this city," Ruben Amaro Jr. said in a statement. "His contributions to the franchise and to Philadelphia are unparalleled and I wish him the best in Los Angeles. This transaction is one that I believe benefits both Jimmy and the Phillies."
"The Dodgers are very lucky to acquire a player like Jimmy," Chase Utley said in a statement. "I've said it time and time again that Jimmy makes everyone around him better. The team will miss his leadership on the field and his infectious smile, but most of all, I will miss our pre-game handshake."
Everybody knew last week Rollins' time had come to an end as the Phillies rebuild for the future. The Phillies and Dodgers agreed to the deal at the Winter Meetings in San Diego, but the Dodgers first needed to acquire Eflin from the Padres. The Dodgers agreed to send Matt Kemp and $32 million to San Diego for Eflin and others, with the Dodgers flipping Eflin to the Phillies.
But the Padres had concerns this week about Kemp's physical, which delayed the announcement.
That said, the Phillies-Dodgers trade was never in jeopardy. The Phillies wanted Eflin, but a source said the Phillies would have settled on another player if the Kemp trade fizzled.
Rollins waived his 10-and-5 rights to leave the Phillies, who have said publicly they do not expect to contend again until 2017 at the earliest.
Struggling Bench Shuffled Again
The Phillies shuffled their struggling bench once more today.
They announced they had outrighted utility infielder Jayson Nix from the 40-man roster. It follows Thursday's move, when they optioned utility infielder Freddy Galvis to Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Galvis fractured his left clavicle yesterday in a game with the IronPigs. He is expected to miss several weeks, although the club said his recovery timetable has not been determined.
The Phillies said a move to replace Nix on the 25-man roster will be made before Tuesday's game against the Angels at Citizens Bank Park. First baseman/outfielder Darin Ruf could be a possibility. He continued his rehab assignment Monday with Lehigh Valley. Double-A Reading infielder Cesar Hernandez also is an option.
It seems less likely Triple-A third baseman Maikel Franco is a serious consideration because the Phillies view him more than a bench player and limited at-bats in the big leagues could curtail his development. He just started to swing the bat well after a terribly slow start.
Reid Brignac, who replaced Galvis on the roster Friday, currently is the only utility infielder on the big-league roster.
Neither Galvis or Nix produced offensively, which is a theme for the Phillies bench. Nix, who can elect to become a free agent, hit .154 with one home run, two RBIs and a .445 OPS in 43 plate appearances. Galvis, who opened the season on the 15-day disabled list following a MRSA infection in his left knee in Spring Training, hit just .048 with a .156 OPS in 46 plate appearances.
Outfielder John Mayberry Jr. is hitting .138 with a .562 OPS in 35 plate appearances, and outfielder Tony Gwynn Jr. is hitting .189 with a .521 OPS in 63 plate appearances.
Gwynn, Mayberry, Galvis and Nix hit a combined .135 (22-for-163) with three doubles, two home runs and nine RBIs.
Galvis Optioned
The Phillies optioned Freddy Galvis to Triple-A Lehigh Valley following tonight's 12-6 loss to the Blue Jays.
They said they will make a corresponding move before tomorrow night's game against the Mets at Citi Field. Triple-A infielder Reid Brignac is a possibility. He is hitting .284 with five home runs and 21 RBIs in 30 games. He hit two homers today.
Galvis' demotion did not come as a surprise. He went 0-for-3 with one walk and one strikeout. He is hitting .048 (2-for-42) with one RBI, three walks and 12 strikeouts in 16 games.
"He needs to go, play, get at-bats and gather himself a little bit," Ryne Sandberg said. "He might have been rushed up here a little bit, with not having Spring Training."
Galvis missed some time in March when he suffered a MRSA infection in his left knee.
"I missed a lot of games," Galvis said. "I missed a lot of at-bats. That's why I'm going down, you know? To get my at-bats, try to get my approach and try to swing the bat better. I don't feel sad. I don't feel bad or nothing. I'm just going to go there and work on my hitting. That's it."
Big Series In May? Big Series In May
It has felt a little like the All-Star break this week with just one game since Sunday, but the Phillies open a three-game series tonight against the Nationals at Citizens Bank Park.
Can the first series in May be a big one?
I think so because it represents a good test following a 6-4 road trip on the West Coast and an ugly loss Tuesday to the Mets. The Phillies must get on a roll at some point. At some point they need to push past the .500 mark and put it behind them. At some point they need a winning record to back up their beliefs they are postseason contender.
The Phillies have their three best pitchers on the mound to try to make it happen: Cliff Lee tonight, A.J. Burnett tomorrow night and Cole Hamels on Sunday. That is no accident. The Phillies could have kept Kyle Kendrick's turn in the rotation, but they pushed him to Monday against the Blue Jays. Kendrick does not have good career numbers against the Nationals (5-8 with a 4.85 ERA in 24 appearances), which could be why they bumped him. But the reality is the Phillies wanted their best to face Washington.
The Nationals are a better team than the Phillies, if you look at nearly every statistical category. They are third in the National League in runs per game (4.50). The Phillies are sixth (4.12). The Nationals have a better on-base percentage (.328 to .315), slugging percentage (.415 to .376) and OPS (.743 to .690). Their rotation has a better ERA (3.74 to 4.06) and their bullpen has a significantly better ERA (2.14 to 4.84). The only edge the Phillies can say they have is defensively. The Nationals have been sloppy in the field. They are tied for third in baseball with 26 errors, while the Phillies are 25th with 14. And while I understand there are other ways to gauge defense, my point is the Nationals have been kicking the ball around, while the Phillies have not. In fact, the Phillies have just one error since April 14. No other team in baseball has fewer than six since then.
Certainly there is plenty of baseball to play following this series, but a series win here would keep the momentum going from Los Angeles and Arizona. A series loss and skeptical Phillies fans say, "See? They are who we thought they were."
If the Phillies hope to win this weekend, they'll need strong performances from the bullpen. I looked yesterday at the Phillies' bullpen, the organization's troubles at developing young relievers and potential help from outside the organization.
Random stats and thoughts: Ryan Howard is on pace for 31 home runs and 87 RBIs. I think if Ruben Amaro Jr. and Ryne Sandberg were told in February that Howard would finish the season with 30+ homers and 90+ RBIs they would take it. … Phillies third basemen have a .478 OPS, which is the worst in baseball. Third basemen from the 1981 Blue Jays finished with a .516 OPS, the lowest mark in baseball over the past 40 years. … I understand Freddy Galvis' value defensively — he is the team's best defensive player — but he has to hit at some point because no glove can make up for his current offensive production. The Phillies are giving away too many outs at the bottom of the lineup. … Domonic Brown has one home run since Aug. 14. Phillies left fielders are 25th in baseball with a .623 OPS. … Carlos Ruiz's .889 OPS is fifth among catchers.
Hamels Embarrassed After Brutal Night
Even after the fact, long after Cole Hamels suffered his worst start in nearly three years, he knew the Phillies and Mets needed to play.
It was a brutal night last night at Citizens Bank Park. It rained throughout the 6-1 loss. The wind never stopped blowing. The first-pitch temperature sat at 46 degrees. Hamels could not grip the ball. But knowing the Phillies had no games scheduled Monday and Thursday and with more rain scheduled Wednesday, the Phillies needed to play Tuesday otherwise they would go Monday through Thursday without playing a single game. And regardless of the conditions, sometimes you need to play to fit in a 162-game schedule.
Hamels walked four batters in an inning for the first time in his career. He walked a runner home for the fifth time in his career. Not a good night.
Jayson Nix went 0-for-3 last night, dropping Phillies third basemen's OPS to a miniscule .478, which is the lowest mark in baseball. According to Stats Inc., the 1981 Blue Jays had a .516 OPS from their third basemen, which is the lowest mark in the majors from 1974-2013. Cody Asche's .584 OPS is better than Nix's .446 and Freddy Galvis' .124. I understand Galvis is the team's best defensive player, but he's going to have to hit eventually because in the long run the defensive benefits won't outweigh the offensive black hole he represents in the lineup.
And if you believe in modern metrics, Galvis has a -0.8 WAR, while Asche has a -0.7 and Nix has a -0.1.
Galvis had a .668 OPS last season. The Phillies would kill for that right now.
Galvis Up, Hernandez Down
The Phillies activated Freddy Galvis from the 15-day disabled list today.
They optioned Cesar Hernandez to Double-A Reading to make room for him on the 25-man roster.
Galvis had been a lock to make the Opening Day roster, until he picked up MRSA in March. He is the team's most versatile and best defensive player. I'm guessing Hernandez is headed to Double-A so he can move around the infield a bit more. He needs to learn to play shortstop and third base to get him to stick in the big leagues.
Phillies Place 6 on DL
The Phillies on Friday afternoon announced they have placed six players on the 15-day disabled list:
- Right-hander Mike Adams, recovering from right shoulder surgery (retroactive to March 26).
- Infielder Freddy Galvis, left knee infection (retroactive to March 21).
- Right-hander Miguel Alfredo Gonzalez, right shoulder tendinitis (retroactive to March 21).
- Left-hander Cole Hamels, left biceps tendinitis (retroactive to March 21).
- Right-hander Ethan Martin, right shoulder inflammation (retroactive to March 21).
- Outfielder/first baseman Darin Ruf, left oblique strain (retroactive to March 21).
Adams hopes he can rejoin the Phillies bullpen by April 15. Galvis, who is recovering from MRSA, could be back by the middle of the month, too.
The Phillies have indicated Hamels could rejoin the rotation before the end of April.
The Phillies said on March 21 that Ruf could miss 4-6 weeks. Martin just started throwing, and Ruben Amaro Jr. said recently Gonzalez could be a candidate for the 60-day DL to give them flexibility for the 40-man roster.
Galvis, Ruf Down with Injuries
Phillies players are dropping like flies.
Freddy Galvis, who was a lock to the make the Opening Day roster as a utility infielder, is in the hospital with a staph infection. He had an abscess removed from his left knee earlier this week. He could miss at least 2-3 weeks.
Darin Ruf, who was a strong candidate to make the Opening Day roster as a reserve outfielder/first baseman, is scheduled to have a MRI today. He strained his left oblique while taking batting practice yesterday. Ruf is hopeful he can be back soon, but hitters typically need a couple weeks to recover from it.
Galvis and Ruf could join left-hander Cole Hamels and right-handers Mike Adams, Jonathan Pettibone, Ethan Martin and Miguel Alfredo Gonzalez on a crowded disabled list with Opening Day just 10 days away.
The Galvis and Ruf setbacks have considerable implications for the Phillies bench. The Phillies have considered carrying a six-player bench the first couple weeks of the season as they only need four starting pitchers until April 14. If the Phillies still plan to carry six bench players they could carry outfielders Tony Gwynn Jr., Bobby Abreu and John Mayberry Jr.; infielders Kevin Frandsen and Ronny Cedeno; and catcher Wil Nieves.
Cedeno and Reid Brignac are both in camp fighting for a utility infield job. Cedeno might be the better bet at this point only because he is considered a better defensive player. Galvis is the best defensive infielder on the team, so they need somebody to try to replicate that.
Galvis had the abscess removed Wednesday, and he had hoped to rest for a couple days before trying to get back on the field this weekend. Ruf said he had been feeling some tightness in his oblique for about a week, but did not consider it anything serious. He felt he would be fine if he simply took more time to warm up and stretch before workouts and games.
"It was one swing that kind of took it to another level," Ruf said. "We'll see what the next few days bring. We'll see if it gets back to a stage where I can play normally, if I get loose properly. Or if it's something I'll need to let heal completely. I don't know."
Ruf could not help but think about the Opening Day roster implications after it happened.
"Just when I was experiencing tightness that kind of crossed my mind," he said. "When that swing happened it was very disappointing."


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Updated 2:00 p.m. PELHAM, N.Y. - All Pelham schools are no longer on lockout as of 2 p.m., the District announced Friday afternoon.
The schools initially entered lockout on Friday morning while police searched for a suspect who fled after injuring an officer at East Lincoln Avenue and Station Place in Mount Vernon.
"I was just informed by local law enforcement that our buildings may come out of lockout. All students and staff are safe and happy," tweeted Pelham Schools Superintendent Peter Giarrizzo.
In another Tweet, he added, "Specific info, if any, about dismissal and activities will be forthcoming from your building principals. Have a great weekend, Pelicans!"
While the schools have been released from lockout, there is no indication at this time that a suspect has been apprehended.
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