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We are thrilled to announce the publication of the spring/summer 2014 issue of Films for the Feminist Classroom: http://ffc.twu.edu/, which is the first published through the Department of Women's Studies at Texas Woman's University, with additional support from the Office of Technology. Among the films featured in this issue, several challenge us to rethink the labels we use to frame gender through discourses about the categories of intersex, transgender, and transsexual. We are pleased, as well, to offer transnational perspectives regarding issues such as democracy, economy, sex trafficking, military violence, and reproductive justice. In addition to film reviews, this issue features two lesson plans that draw on different text and visual media as well as a film festival review.
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Women's Studies doctoral candidate, Reanae McNeal is featured in TWU's "Emerging E-Novator Spotlight."
Women's Studies Ph.D. student, Lauren Cross, is featured in the Dallas Observer Blogs:
Sara Ishii-Downing, Ph.D. student in Women's Studies, has an article, "'Unless she had implants, she must be Chinese': A feminist analysis of players' responses to representations of Chinese and Japanese female video game characters," published in the fall 2014 issue of Loading.
http://wtulnews.tumblr.com/post/85651378661/ana-louise-keating-author-and-professor-speaks Women's Studies professor, Dr. AnaLouise Keating speaks about her new book Transformation Now! in an interview with WTUL News and Views.
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This happened a few months back. Eventually the washer wouldn't fill. Dh removed the hoses and cleaned the screens. That corrected the problem until today. It's humming again. He repeated the cleaning, but the humming persists.
Any suggestions on what else to do?
I hope you're right. I found your Fisher Paykel post about the same issue last time this happened. You were spot on then, so hopefully now too. ;) Thanks!
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Happy to see that my little story, "Whiteout," which was originally published online at Spartan Lit, was also included in Spartan's second print installment. The issue (out now) is full of great writers, and I'm thrilled to be in their company.
Top of the World, Ma! (Or, at the very least, Top of the Page)Book Review, Fiction, Interview
My time at Numéro Cinq stretches back close to three years now, which is kind of crazy, since I still feel like the new kid on the block. Anyway, I've hung around long enough that the powers that be (read: Doug Glover) decided to feature some of my writing in the "Top of the Page" slideshow accompanying this month's issue. I'm super grateful for this, and I think DG chose some nice pieces to revisit. Click on through to read a little blurb about me, and visit the home page to see some of my older reviews, author interviews, and stories.
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I have a new, rather short story at Numéro Cinq. It's kind of creepy, which is appropriate for mid-October, but I think it's darkly funny, too. You can read it by following this link.
The idea for the story came from this pretty messed up report out of Oregon. The lesson here? People are horrible.
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First off, I heard via a loyal EMUTalk reader that the EMU Student Senate passed a resolution where "Urge the EMU Regents to Sever Ties with the EAA." A quote from (I think?) a press release:
This evening the EMU Student Senate voted in favor of a resolution (#101-004) to "strongly urge" the Regents to terminate the contract that created the EAA. The Senators heard from Guest Speaker Steven Camron and deliberated President Desmond Miller's draft resolution. The focus of the resolution was on the negative impact this affiliation has had on students, the graduates and faculty at the College of Education, and the University at large.
Here's a link to the PDF of the actual resolution with all of its "whereas"-s and such.
Second, I heard that this afternoon, the Michigan Public Radio show "Stateside" is going to be doing a show about the EAA. I don't know a whole lot more about it than just that, but it might be interesting. It's on at 3:00 PM and rebroadcast at 10:00 PM.
I have to say that I'm personally a bit of a cynic when it comes to this ALS ice bucket challenge thing. I don't know why; I'm very happy that ALS research is getting the donations and I think that's all fantastic. I guess I just don't enjoy watching people dumping ice on themselves. I think Patrick Stewart perfected the challenge here.
Anyway, EMU President Susan Martin, various coaches, and some other EMU folks took the challenge in a big way the other day. Here's a link to the mLive story about it. And if you want to donate to the ALS foundation (ice or no ice), check out their web site.
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From Mark Maynard comes "The Wurst Challenge: the magic of giant sausage brings the community together, quality arts programming to kids, and the nation's attention to Ypsi," which is a recap of the sausage eating contest/fund raiser that featured EMU President Susan Martin. I was out of town this past weekend at a conference, but I have to say I wish I was there and I might try to make it next time– if there is a next time.
In fact, I have a suggestion for Maynard and the folks at the Wurst Bar and the folks who benefited from this fundraiser, FLY Children's Art Center: make it a "pro-am." One of my many fascinations is with the weird world of competitive eating, and, believe it or not, there is indeed a professional circuit out there. So what I'm saying is have the fundraiser you just had, but have a truly professional version too. If they did that, I'll bet you'd get several folks who actually finish that sausage.
Anyway, congrats on raising the money for a good cause and a good PR move for EMU to participate, too.
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Well, sort of at least.
As Mark Maynard noted on his blog, "Consuming 20 feet of meat is apparently newsworthy… Seattle and San Francisco take notice of the Wurst Challenge." The "Wurst Challenge" is actually a fundraiser for FLY, which is a "mobile" children's art center that brings cool art making and DIY projects to kids in Ypsilanti and throughout Southeast Michigan. Here's a quote from Maynard's blog:
The Ann Arbor News ran a story about the event today, and it got picked up by the Associated Press. As of right now, it looks as though the story has been reprinted by about 20 different media outlets across the United States, from the CBS affiliate in Grand Rapids and WEMU, to the San Francisco Chronicle and the Seattle Post-Intelligencer. One would hope that increased contributions for FLY's downtown Creativity Lab might follow, but I haven't seen today's tally yet. As of last night, though, our nine participants had raised $886, which I think it is a pretty respectable start. (Our Mayor is currently in 5th place, having brought in $76 in pledges, well behind Jason "Knifebeard SausageHawk" Youngs, who leads the pack with $335.)
If you have a few dollars and want to support a worthy cause, just click here, choose your champion, and leave a contribution so that FLY can keep inspiring our kids at their downtown Ypsilanti Creativity Lab. And come to the Wurst Bar on the 20th to see these nine brave, sausage-loving philanthropists wolf down impossible amounts of meat.
In that mLive/Ann Arbor News article Maynard mentions, he specifically calls out EMU President Susan Martin to throw her hat (napkin?) into the ring and enter the contest. He writes about that a bit more on his blog, too:
For what it's worth, I didn't mean any disrespect by it. I do think, however, it would be awesome to have a representative from EMU sit alongside our Mayor and the various local luminaries we have joining us for the challenge. And, President Martin, if you're reading this, you should know that, if you were to join us, you wouldn't have to consume the entire 20 feet of meat. Even if you could only manage a few inches, we'd appreciate your effort. The important thing, from my perspective, is to help build that bridge between campus and the community, and I can't imagine a better way than to have your support for FLY's Creativity Lab. But, if you're not a sausage fan, I've got two other suggestions for you to consider. One, you could appoint someone to eat in your place, like an art professor or regent. Or, two, you could contribute financially. Jesse Kranyak, the owner of the Wurst Bar, will be donating ten cents for every inch of sausage consumed by our nine contestants, and it would be awesome if you could match him. The kids of Ypsilanti would very much appreciate it.
Maybe a regent, but I don't know any art professors who would have much of a chance in a sausage eating contest. In any event, a good and fun cause, and I hope Martin takes up Maynard on the challenge.
Local blogging phenomenon Mark Maynard has an interesting interview on his site with EMU professor Steve Cameron about the whole EAA mess, "With Snyder's EAA going down in flames, the EMU community urges their administration to sever ties." Check it out, and while you're there, feel free to share info about the rally that took place today and sign this petition about EMU getting uninvolved with the EAA.
EMU President Susan Martin sent around an email yesterday about the lecturer layoff situation in the College of Education:
To Students, Faculty and Staff:
Much discussion has taken place over the last 24 hours about the University's decision to layoff eight full-time lecturers in the College of Education. The notices were provided to the eight employees on December 10, 2013, and are effective at the end of their appointments, August 31, 2014.
Over the past nine years, enrollment in the College of Education has declined by more than 1,400 students, from 4,697 in 2005 to 3,214 in 2013 – as students transition from pursuing teaching degrees to degrees in other fields, such as the sciences, health, business, arts and technology. This trend is being echoed at education programs throughout the state and nation.
As evidence of the university's responsiveness to enrollment trends, we are adding full-time lecturers where there has been growth. We hired 12 new full-time lecturers in fall 2013 to teach in programs across the university and plan to hire another 10 full-time lecturers in fall 2014. The eight full-time lecturers in the College of Education are eligible to be recalled and can apply for the new positions if they meet qualifications.
We are being responsive to our enrollment trends in order to continue to maintain the high quality of EMU's nationally recognized teaching program while exercising responsible budget management and cost containment.
We have great respect for all of our full-time lecturers and it is always a difficult decision to inform quality, valued personnel that their appointments are ending. However, we must consider the enrollment trends that are affecting education programs at universities throughout the state and nation.
Susan Martin
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From mLive comes news that the football team in Ann Arbor with the liberal arts college has named a new president: "State, local leaders react to selection of Mark Schlissel as University of Michigan president." Here are the opening paragraphs of the article:
When Susan Martin took the job as president at Eastern Michigan University in 2008, University of Michigan President Mary Sue Coleman gave her a word of advice: "Nothing prepares you for it…."
Less than six years later, Martin can offer that same advice to Coleman's successor, Mark Schlissel, the man chosen to replace Coleman as U-M president once she retires in July.
"I look forward to working with Mark Schlissel, and welcome him to Washtenaw County and this great state of Michigan," Martin said.
She added that both universities share the goal of growing and retaining talent for local businesses.
"Eastern Michigan and the University of Michigan enroll 67,000 students in Washtenaw County, and are very complementary institutions in providing top talent for Michigan employers," the EMU president said.
As far as I can tell, the U of M Board of Regents hired Schlissel with essentially zero input from the rest of the university community. I realize that that's how that's done at fancier places like U of M, but it just strikes me as so different than what goes on here.
I tried to look at annarbor.com with my morning coffee just now, but of course that's history. Instead, I've been taken to mlive, and while poking around at that, I just now came across "A final welcome: University of Michigan president greets students during open house." It' just a little fluff piece about U of M's Sue Coleman holding an open house for students at the U of M President's House, a tradition that dates back to the 1930s.
Anyway, that got me to wondering: do we do anything like that at EMU? Wouldn't that be a good homecoming kind of event? Just saying….
From Inside Higher Ed a couple days ago, "Limited Confidence in Boards" reports on a survey of college presidents about the effectiveness of boards– or really, the lack of confidence. There are lots of statistics and interesting quotes worth reading; here's a quote I found interesting:
A surprising number of all presidents would change things if they could and are dubious of some board members: 40 percent of college presidents — including 68 percent of public four-year college presidents — said they would replace board members if they could, and 11 percent of college presidents clearly disagree that their institutions are well-governed at the board level.
Presidents' view of other institutions' boards is quite dim: only 3 percent of college presidents are strongly confident American colleges are well-governed by boards.
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Ms. Dugganna said that she would convene a meeting within a fortnight with National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) officials to discuss shifting the water pipes at Padil on NH 48 and Kaikamba Junction (Kulashekara area) on NH 13 for widening the highways under the port connectivity project.
Earlier, during Question Hour, Mariyamma Thomas, councillor, said that although the NHAI had deposited Rs. 14 crore with the city corporation long ago for shifting the pipelines, the latter had not yet completed the task. Since the pipeline at Padil and Kaikamba Junction had not yet been shifted, the widening work had come to a standstill. The NHAI had dropped the proposal to construct an overpass at Nanthoor Junction because Mescom had delayed shifting the underground electricity cable there, she said and urged the council to pass a resolution demanding that the NHAI construct the overpass.
Gopala Gowda, assistant executive engineer of the corporation, blamed the NHAI for not showing the civic body the corridor for shifting the pipeline.
The former Mayor M. Shankar Bhat too blamed the NHAI for its laxity in this regard.
James D'Souza, councillor, said that the contractor of the port connectivity project, IRCON International Ltd., had not completed even a single overpass properly. He wanted to know why the Government had not taken any action against the company.
Opposition Congress councillors wanted to know if the corporation had constituted a core committee to decide on the projects to be taken up with the general fund of the corporation. They said that a decision to form such a committee had been taken at a meeting convened by district in-charge Minister J. Krishna Palemar However, there was no provision under the Karnataka Municipal Corporations Act, 1976 for setting up such a committee when the civic body had other statutory committees to decide on the projects to be taken up, they said.
The Mayor said that such a decision had been taken to avoid the blame-game between the ruling party and the Opposition that works under the general fund were being cornered by one side. Such a committee was not legally valid. If the councillors did not want it, the proposal could be dropped after consulting the Minister, she said.
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ID. Immature bamboo
The disclaimer. I am a complete gardening novice/doofus my wife will not even let me pull weeds because I will screw it up.
At our old house we had a beautiful stand of giant bamboo. I have no idea of the correct botanical name. It grew to about 30 ft. with stalks up to 5 inches diameter. There were also a couple of other smaller species but they represent less than 10% of the total. Because I love the giant bamboo I dug up some chunks of root put them in some pots, covered them with dirt and added water. So four out of five pots are now putting out up stalks all is right with the world except...
It has occurred to me that I may have got the root from some of the smaller, scrubby bamboo, instead of the giant that I was aiming for. I would be very bad luck to have selected 4 separate roots none of which are the giant species, but I am not unfamiliar with bad luck.
So is there a way of determining if the immature plants are the giant species?I realize that a thirty foot plant is not going to spring from a 10 inch chunk of root but I don't want to plant a stubby species and then be stuck trying to get rid of it.
Thank you in advance for any help.
They were about an inch to an inch and a half in cross section. Most pieces were probably 10 inches long, yellowish in color with streaks of green.


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Adding 21-0-0 to speed up composting process?
I have a large compost pile (25'X12'X3') filled with fresh chipped tree trimmings. Its roughly 20 percent green, 80 percent brown. I just started this compost pile and hope to never buy soil for my garden again. I will be needing soil again though in another 4-6 months for my Fall Season Plantings.
If I were to add a sprinkling of Ammonium Sulfate 21-0-0 to the compost pile the next time I turn it. Will it speed up the composting process? If so what are the drawbacks of doing so if any?
If nitrogen is a limiting factor in the decomposition of your pile then sure, it would help. However, you would lose a lot of nitrogen to volitalization. You would lose less nitrogen if you used urea. A good rate would be 1 to 1 1/2 lbs. of urea per cubic yard, which would translate into about 35 to 50 lbs. for the whole pile if you were able to get it mixed in uniformly.
If you want to go organic, blood meal at about 3 lbs. per cubic yard (100 lbs. for the pile) should help out if you're C/N ratio is high. Of course, if you have more "greens" available you can do that and skip the fertilizer all together.
Thank you gargwarb. I don't have access to enough green material to put a dent in the pile. A couple 5 gallon buckets worth is just not going to do it. I think I will go with urea or Ammonium Sulfate. I hate to even think about what 100 lbs of blood meal would cost.
Whoa, that sounds like a huge compost pile. I'd like to see a photo of that.
Sounds like you could use a ton of chicken manure. I thought that stuff is pretty hot. Just make sure it stays wet enough, because here it will dry up super fast in the heat. Also, if it dries up too fast, it could ignite.
How do you plan to turn it? Sounds like you'll have some really nice soil for your garden in the not to distant future. I wish I had done something like that myself. I only have 2 55 gallon drums that I fill up, but they're pretty easy to turn. You should post photos. I'd like to see that pile melt and turn into compost. (You should have a pretty significant volume reduction as it composts).
Ammonium sulfate provides N but also creates an acid reaction that might slow miccorhizal/microbial action. I use 46-0-0 (urea) and it works quite well without the sulfur content. Not saying that ammonium sulfate isn't good, especially if you have mixed in alkaline materials like wood ash or alkaline soil as part of the mix.
greendesert the pile is on the east side of my back yard. Its from the gate all the way to the shed. You will see it next time you come over. They wanted me to take all 29+ cubic yards but I talked them into leaving just a little over half. If APS is your utility I can tell you who to call or email to have chipped trees delivered to you for free. There are other places out here in the East Valley but I know where you live far to my west.
I ordered a pitchfork from Amazon.com. It should be here early next week.
Here's the one I got. I ordered something else for the garden for $ 5.99 and got free shipping for both.
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hortster our native soil and water here are very alkali and the ph is high. This being the case would Ammonium Sulfate be better in this situation?
You guys are funny. John I always love your pictures. Mine is only one pile though. I did not know bodies would be considered greens. What is the Nitrogen content of a human body? I could call around like I did for the mulch and see if someone will deliver for free.lol
Ammonium sulfate provides N but also creates an acid reaction that might slow miccorhizal/microbial action. I use 46-0-0 (urea) and it works quite well without the sulfur content.
Actually, urea does acidify and the acidification you get from ammonium sulfate isn't because of the sulfur
Sulfate does not affect the pH. You need elemental sulfur for that. If it did, gypsum would be an acidifyer (and no, it's not because calcium and sulfur balance each other out. Calcium does not raise the pH and sulfate does not decrease it.)
As the ammonium component oxidizes from NH4 to NO2 and NO3, H+ is released, dropping the pH.
Likewise as the nitrogen in urea, which is (NH2)2CO oxidizes from NH2 to NO2 and NO3, it releases H+ ions, dropping the pH but by half that of the same amount of nitrogen in ammonium sulfate.
But anyway, that's more of a soil concern and you won't end up with "acid" compost. The microbes will be perfectly happy with either. (unless your doing a 50/50 blend of sticks and fertilizer)
native soil and water here are very alkali and the ph is high. This being the case would Ammonium Sulfate be better in this situation?
Unless it contains a hefty liming component, your pH will be pretty much neutral when the compost is done and will not have a significant effect on the pH of your soil. Again, ammonium sulfate will work to a point but you'll be losing money (nitrogen) when a good portion gasses off into the air. Using Ammonium sulfate in a loose and airy pile of moist compost is different from tilling it into dirt.
My point was that if you're going to buy something, buy urea or blood meal.
If you already have a bag of ammonium sulfate, you might as well use it. You will get some nitrogen out of it and the amount you get may be enough. That is, of course, assuming that the C/N ratio in the pile is even high. If the C/N ratio is okay, adding nitrogen in any form won't provide a whole heck of a lot of benefit.
thisisme, thanks for this thread.
My other brother(not the round up user) has a friend who needs a place to dump large loads of wood clips.
I not sure if it will be 29+ yards or not, but we told him to bring it, when he works this part of the County again.
Your thread will help me compost my stuff. I have grass, 10 acres of it, I would give you a few loads of it if you lived closer.THANKS again.
gargwarb, WOW!!!
That was text book answer, better yet, I could understand you. Thanks for the whole enchilada, with out the boring dull sides.
I want to thank everyone who posted and especially gargwarb. This is my first time composting and I think I know what I'm doing now thanks to you.
jolj don't you just love this place? Always something knew to learn or someone new to help out. If it looks like its going to take a while before your friend can deliver. Try calling your local utility company. They are always clearing trees away from phone lines and power lines. A lot of tree services are more than happy to drop off a load rather than paying to drop it at the dump. Garbage companies often have a service where you can get chipped wood or leaves too. Some cities offer free mulch from all the city and park trees they have to maintain too. No one should ever have to pay for mulch or chipped wood. I wish I knew what I knew now years ago.
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Why is my rhubarb so sad?
Hey guys- I moved into my current place last fall and was delighted to see the little baby stalks and crinkly leaves of a pretty decent-sized rhubarb patch poke through the ground this spring. However, once it grew to a reasonable height, it just stopped. The stalks never fattened up at all- they're still spindly little things hardly worth harvesting! Now the whole thing is just sort of droopy and lifeless. In an effort to rescue it, I have given it kelp emulsion, backyard compost, vermicompost tea and storebought granulated complete organic fertilizer... I've also scattered organic slug bait to deter the little pests that were taking nibbles out of the leaves. I'm at my wit's end, and considering just harvesting it all and making do with what's there- anyone have any suggestions?
Here is a link that might be useful:
I have 2 year old rhubarb that does that when we have a dry spell and the soil dries out they flop like that & don't thicken up. Then new stalks grow from the center, so I harvest the outer ones to encourage more new stalks. Mine have plenty of composted manures and mulch, but probably need more consistent moisture and sunshine than they currently have. Also need more time to mature as they were small divisions planted in fall 2009.
Your rhubarb appears to be in a bed with other things around it plus a large paving stone up against it. There is Solomons Seal alongside which implies it is in a shady spot too. I think it would be happier in a lighter, moister, dedicated space of its own. It will need lots of rich organic matter (compost, manure etc) and plentiful water. Another possibility it that it is seedling rhubarb and not a named variety. I am afraid I can only sympathise rather than empathize. We have had so much rain that my rhubarb is almost as big as my wrist. The stalk in the sink at the moment is 26 inches long and weighs 15 ounces.


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Client spotlight: Ashvi Shah and The Youth Immigrant Centre (IYC)
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One of United Way York Region's key strategic priorities is, "helping kids be all they can be," which shines through in the daily work done by one of our partner agencies, Youth Immigrant Centre (IYC). As a division of the Centre for […]
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United Way York Region works daily to meet the urgent human needs and improve social conditions by mobilizing the community's volunteer and financial resources in a common cause of caring. Without the support of our volunteers, donors, and corporate sponsors, we would not be able to achieve […]
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Established in 2006, The Madan and Raksha M. Bhayana Family Foundation honours the tireless efforts of frontline staff from United Way's partner agencies. Thanks to the generosity of the Bhayana family, these awards provide a unique opportunity to publicly thank and recognize the […]
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On Thursday January 22nd, United Way York Region staff thanked volunteers, donors, and corporate supporters during our annual Celebration event. This year's theme 'Happy Hour' saw DJ DZ (also known as United Way York Region's CEO, Daniele Zanotti) break out the beats to […]
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It's that time of year again! Volunteers, corporate supporters, and United Way of York Region staff gather to celebrate the generosity and hard work of community members throughout our nine municipalities. As United Way's most anticipated event of the year, Celebration will reveal updates in our In […]
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We're rounding up some of our favorite slow cooker chicken recipes. If you like crockpot chicken recipes, you'll be happy to find slow cooker chicken pasta recipes, slow cooker bbq chicken recipes, slow cooker chicken stew recipes and more, all here on this board.
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Slow Cooker Swiss Chicken from SixSistersStuff.com. The perfect meal for a busy day! #slowcooker #chicken #dinner #recipes. Slow Cooker Swiss Chicken Recipe: (Serves 6) Ingredients: 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 6 slices Swiss cheese 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup 1/4 cup milk 1 package herb stuffing mix 1/4 cup butter, melted
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3 Ingredient Slow Cooker Fiesta Chicken - Add in crock pot: 16 oz jar salsa, 1 can Campbell's Condensed Cheddar Soup, 2.5 lbs Boneless Chicken. 4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low.
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Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken: 24-ounce jar medium salsa, Juice from one lime, ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped), 1.25-oz. package taco seasoning, 2 jalapeno peppers (finely chopped- optional), 6 defrosted boneless chicken breast halves. 6 Hours on Low.
slowcooker cilantro lime chicken from skinnytaste:In a slow cooker, mix together: One 24-ounce jar medium or mild salsa Juice from one lime 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped One 1.25-oz. package taco seasoning 2 jalapeno peppers, finely chopped (optional) Add 4-6 thawed chicken breasts, cover with salsa mixture, and cook for 6 hours on low. Top with sour cream/crushed tortilla chips to garnish.
Slow cooker chicken: In a slow cooker, mix together: One 24-ounce jar medium or mild salsa Juice from one lime 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped One 1.25-oz. package taco seasoning 2 jalapeno peppers, finely chopped (optional) Add 4-6 thawed chicken breasts, cover with salsa mixture, and cook for 6 hours on low. Top with sour cream/crushed tortilla chips to garnish
Cilantro Lime Chicken - Crockpot 24-ounce jar medium salsa Juice from one lime ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1.25-oz. package taco seasoning 2 jalapeno peppers, finely chopped (optional) 6 boneless chicken breast halves, defrosted crock pot!!
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Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Chicken ~ Chicken thighs, simply seasoned and slow cooked in the crockpot with a mixture of pineapple juice, brown sugar and soy sauce, that is thickened and brushed on as a finishing glaze.
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Crockpot Hawaiian Chicken skinless chicken breasts salt 1 (15 ounce) can pineapple slices, juice reserved 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 cup cornstarch Place chicken in slow cooker sprayed with non-stick spray and sprinkle with a little salt. Place pineapple slices over chicken. In a small bowl, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, lemon juice, ginger and cornstarch and stgir until combined. Pour over chicken. Cover and co
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For a chicken adobo recipe that is sure to blow your mind, try this 2-Step Slow Cooker Chicken Adobo. This recipe will show you how to make easy chicken adobo right from your slow cooker. This deliciously sweet and spicy chicken dish is truly one of a kind.
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Crock Pot Sriracha Honey Wings are so tender the meat falls off the bone and melts in your mouth. The caramelized sweet and spicy sauce is truly enough to make your taste buds sing! Made in the slow cooker you won't find an easier recipe! They just about cook themselves.
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This slow cooker shredded chicken recipe is one of my favorite kitchen shortcuts! Slow cooker chicken takes just minutes to prep, and can be used in a wide range of dishes.
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A lot of Unicode reported bugs in FTGL are due to Visual Studio UTF-8/UTF-16 encoding (eg. div bugs in FTCharToGlyphIndexMap.h and Indices[] overstepping bounds). The FTUnicodeStringItr iterator in FTUnicodeStringItr.h uses templates, and treats UTF-16 encoded characters as UTF-8, all due to Visual Studio compiler issues (tested with VS2008). Fixing the encoding of all source files corrects the problem.

May I suggest that someone with write access inserts a big warning / comment about this issue. The easist way to identify that this is the problem which people are encountering is to temporarily modify the operator FTUnicodeStringItr& operator++() so that the UTF-8 case executes the UTF-16 code path instead. If their code stops crashing / starts working, then they know that they have run into a Visual Studio related issue.

It will save countless Unicode/FTGL crashes reports.


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IBM Closes Kenexa Buy
International Business Machines Corp. (NYSE:IBM) has completed the $1.3 billion acquisition of Kenexa. IBM had agreed to buy Kenexa in August 2012. Kenexa develops software that helps enterprises manage human resources ("HR"). Its HR solutions are widely popular and its strong client base consists of approximately 8,900 customers across a number of industries.
The Kenexa acquisition will further expand IBM's business analytics software offerings going forward. The acquisition is a major strategic move by IBM to bolster its position in the cloud based software-as-a-service ("SaaS") market. SaaS is a software delivery method that enables data access from any device with an Internet connection and web browser. In this web-based model, software vendors host and maintain servers, databases and codes that constitute an application.
Moreover, demand for SaaS-based products has been on the rise for some time and is expected to increase manifold because of some inherent benefits associated with the platform. Applications delivered over the SaaS platform not only allow enterprises to start using them instantly, but they are also more cost effective compared to traditional products installed at a customer's onsite data center. Software updates are also smoother.
IBM is already a leader in enterprise social software, according to IDC. Moreover, IBM's solutions cater to approximately 60% of the fortune 100 companies. We believe that the growth prospects in the SaaS segment is the primary factor attracting IT giants, such as IBM, Oracle Corp. (Nasdaq:ORCL), salesforce.com (NYSE:CRM) and SAP AG (NYSE:SAP). Both SAP and Oracle enjoy a leading position in the SaaS-based application market based on a number of acquisitions (SuccessFactors, Ariba, RightNow, Taleo) in the recent past.
We believe that IBM's entrance into the cloud-based HR solutions market will intensify competition going forward. Although it is very difficult to predict a clear winner among these companies considering the depth of their product portfolios and diversified customer base, we believe that IBM has an advantage due to its strong balance sheet. IBM intends to spend $20 billion on acquisitions up to 2015.
Thus, we remain Neutral over the long term. Currently, IBM has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Chevron Unveils $36.7B Capex Budget
U.S. energy behemoth Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) offered a glimpse of its 2013 capital spending plans. The integrated major said that it will boost its capital expenditures by about $4 billion in 2013, as the company allocates the bulk of funds toward the 'Exploration & Production' segment, while continuing to be cautious about the amount of resources it devotes to the refining business. Chevron's focus on the upstream business can be attributed to its strong portfolio of pipeline projects.
The second-largest U.S. oil company by market value has pegged its 2012 capital budget at $36.7 billion, up more than 12% from the $32.7 billion it expects to invest by the end of 2012. Of the total, roughly 90% will go toward oil and gas exploration projects worldwide, and 7% for downstream businesses.
Upstream: A major portion of the 2013 spending has been earmarked for large, multi-year developments. Chevron is planning to spend $33 billion for the exploration, production and natural gas-related projects, concentrating on the company's successful and focused drilling results in recent years, as well as for further appraisal and evaluation of other prospective areas in the world's major hydrocarbon basins. Major initiatives in 2013 are expected to consist of the Gorgon natural gas project in Australia, as well as opportunities in the deepwater Gulf of Mexico, Kazakhstan, Nigeria, Angola and the Republic of Congo.
In particular, Chevron said that the cost of its majority-owned Gorgon natural gas development in Australia has jumped 40% to $52 billion because of a stronger Australian dollar, steep labor costs, infrastructure challenges and weather delays.
Downstream: Capital spending in the downstream segment is expected to be $2.7 billion in 2013, primarily assigned for improving refinery efficiency, maximizing yield and producing cleaner fuels. Downstream outlays will include projects at the company's facilities in Pascagoula (Mississippi) and Singapore.
Other: Lastly, the company is expected to spend approximately $1 billion in 2013 for technology, power generation and other corporate activities.
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Mar. 29, 2015 04:00 PM EDT Reads: 1,420
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Mar. 29, 2015 03:30 PM EDT Reads: 2,171
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Mar. 29, 2015 03:00 PM EDT Reads: 2,852
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Mar. 29, 2015 03:00 PM EDT Reads: 3,458
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The world's leading Cloud event, Cloud Expo has launched Microservices Journal on the SYS-CON.com portal, featuring over 19,000 original articles, news stories, features, and blog entries. DevOps Journal is focused on this critical enterprise IT topic in the world of cloud computing. Microservices Journal offers top articles, news stories, and blog posts from the world's well-known experts and guarantees better exposure for its authors than any other publication. Follow new article posts on Twitter at @MicroservicesE
Mar. 29, 2015 12:00 PM EDT Reads: 1,455
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Mar. 29, 2015 11:00 AM EDT Reads: 2,096
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We left this open in a windstorm and it got blown inside out and across the lawn. I was able to right it and it has held up another year and counting....
Protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun with this wide aluminum patio umbrella. This 10-foot umbrella provides provides plenty of space beneath the tilting top to enjoy a relaxing day outdoors without having to deal with direct sunlight.
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ITEM#: 11744065This 10-foot patio umbrella offers excellent protection from the sun. Standing 8 feet high and featuring a tilting top and hand crank, it's easy to position. Available in a variety of colors, this umbrella suits any patio or outdoor area and is built for strength with eight ribs and an aluminum frame. The durable polyester material of this patio umbrella provides plenty of shade while standing up to the elements for years of continued use. The color choices include several neutral shades to let you match it to your wood outdoor furniture, as well as bright colors such as yellow and green to add a pop of color to your outdoor decor.
- Patio umbrella measures 8 feet high and 10 feet in diameter
- Aluminum patio furniture features eight ribs for strength
- Outdoor umbrella has a tilting top and hand crank
- Pole diameter: 1.25 inches
- Available in light green, navy blue, natural, forest green, khaki, yellow, terracotta and beige canopy color options
|Beige Black Blue Brown Green Khaki Navy Orange Tan Yellow
|Casual Classic Solid
|Aluminum Polyester
|Assembly Required
|118 in. W x 118 in. D x 94 in. H
|Aluminum / Polester
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We left this open in a windstorm and it got blown inside out and across the lawn. I was able to right it and it has held up another year and counting.Read More
Great product
We purchased this to replace an 8 foot umbrella that bent in half in a mild wind of no more than a 25 mph gust (it was closed and tied). This umbrella is a perfect size, well made/sturdy, and looks great.Read More
It's big and adds a lot of shade over my patio tableRead More
Nice carribean color
I cant wait to show this nice colorful umbrella.Read More
ms mo
Definitely worth the price. Very lasting quality.Read More
Overall, a good umbrella that serves its purpose. its big (check dimensions) and the angled feature also works well so long as you can stabilze the base. but, the only reason i don't give it a 5 star recommendation is that it has one major design flaw: a limiting factor. I will briefly describe but then ask specifically for if they have improved this most obvious weakness before purchasing. the crank connects directly to the lift ring of the umbrella through a string that feeds through the main pole. it is a simple mechanism really and would work just fine IF the string which is nylon were made strong enough to last. our string broke (after two years ... but without heavy use). once broken, the umbrella is useful only to the more mechanically inclined... option 1: rethread a new chord (flexible metal chord would be best) exactly through the string's path and simply replace the weak with the strong. it requires some tying off at the crank and this is a very very cramped space (2 inch wide). option 2: buy a clamp... that simply lift the umbrella up (without using the broken crank) and when it is at desired height, simply clamp the pole below the embrella lift-ring (sleeve around the pole). so, design flaw. easily fixed with heftier chord. maybe they did this already... check. if not, the likely first thing to go will be this. fix as above if out of the 45 day warrantee. last thing: color fades dramatically and fast in sun.Read More
Disappointed: Very light weight
The Patio Umbrella was very light weight and the fabric was cheap. I would not recommend this product. I don't expect it to last the entire summer season.Read More
poor quality
I bought 2 of these umbrellas, the first one would not close after 30 days.Thinking it must have been a just a bad one and I could leave it open for the summer, I bought another one.It has the same problem. You might say why did I not return them, if you look at the return policy it cost you the mailing and a 20% fee after the 30 days.Read More
Good for price
Good umbrella for the money but the metal pole is very thin and weak. We forgot to close the umbrella during a windy day and the pole bent. It was all of three days old! We bought 4 of these bc we were in need of new umbrellas and they look fantastic and expensive. But be aware that it is thin metal!Read More
Great Shade!!
This umbrella is huge, very easy to crank up and I love the overhang on the edges. This is my second order, we needed another for a second table on our patio. This is the best price for the best shade I have found.Read More
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It's beautiful and I needed 10ft. Its just what I wanted......
I liked the size of the umbrella and the price was perfect.
color, size and price where what i was looking for. I hope the umbrella full fills its promise.
Price and reviews
the information below has conflicting answers about pole diameter for this product; 1.25" vs. 1.5" we need a pole diameter of 1.25" the product description says 1.25" but we are currently returning another umbrella from the same manufacturer that stated 1.25" pole but it turned out to be 1.5" please confirm the pole diameter for this product !!!!!!
Hello Joy, we apologize for the confusion. We were able to confirm that this pole is 1.5 inches in diameter. Thank you for shopping with us! A.C.
Is the pole the same color for all the canopy color selections? If so, what is the color of the pole. And finally, which stand matches the color of the pole?
Hi vitalreaction, Yes, it is black. Thank you for shopping with us.
Does the beige completely block the sun or lets some sun through?
It completely blocks the sun.
Hello metadream, the beige umbrella blocks the sun. Thank you for shopping with us. Vicki H
I can only use a maximum pole diameter of 1 1/4 inches. The product description says that but some buyers say their poles are 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Does any buyer have a pole of one and one quarter inches? Thank you kindly for your response.
Hello t10b94m, This umbrella has received excellent reviews! I have confirmed with our Support Team that the pole is indeed 1.5 inches in diameter. I hope this information helps. Thanks for shopping with us.
In the questions & answers, there seems to be a conflict. Is the pole" diameter 1 1/2 or 3 inches. Customer service says 11/2" in some answers and 3" in others. Which is it?
It's 1 1/2 according to my tape measure
It's 1 1/2.
it's the same size as all umbrella poles i would guess
What are the dimensions when packaged (as it arrives when shipped)?
tiny and manageable
Could really use some numbers, specifically how long the box is. I will need to transport it. Anyone?
Hello gilsnyc, the package dimensions for the Aluminum 10-foot Patio Umbrella are 7 in H x 7 in W x 61 in L, with a shipping weight of 13 pounds. Thank you for shopping with us.
does this umbrella have a vent at top
Hello kendrahloo, Yes this does have a vent top. Thank you for shopping with us!
Yes, it does
Is the fabric used Sunbrella fabric? Sunbrella is amazing and lasts a good 20 years!
Thank you for your inquiry. Unfortunately this is not a sunbrella item. The fabric is polyester.
I live in Vegas.....everything fades.
What is the weight of this umbrella?
The weight of this patio umbrella is about 13 pounds.
It is lighter than any patio umbrella I have ever purchased. The umbrella material is lightweight and the pole and arms are light. However it seems to be well constructed.
Is the top of the umbrella vented?
Yes, it is vented.
What color is the pole on the beige umbrella?
The pole on the beige umbrella is bronze colored.
does the umbrella tilt by cranking the handle more once the umbrella is raised?
Yes, the umbrella operates with a hand crank, and it has a tilting top.
No, the crank lifts the shade and there is a seperate button to press to tilt the shade.
Is the fabric uv protected against fading, interested in the black and would like to to last a few years.
Yes, it is UV protected.
Answers below state that the pole is 3" in diameter, however the Product Details on this website state it is: 1.25 inches in diameter. Please advise. Thank you.
We''re sorry for the confusion. The pole''s diameter is 1.25 inches.
Answers below state the pole is 3
We apologize for the error. The diameter of the pole is 1.25 inches.
Is this a plastic or metal hand crank?
It''s a metal crank.
Is this product manufactured in the USA?
This patio umbrella is made in China.
iS THIS UMBRELLA ALSO WATERPROOF;KEEP THE RAIN FROM COMING THROUGH?
This umbrella is weather resistant but not waterproof.
Ours is new but we have been under it during a rainstorm It allowed very little water through during a very kheavy rain
If the pole diameter is (3) inches, where in the world would u find a stand that big. If O/Stock sells one I could not find it. Also I don't think resin would be heavy enough to hold up 9.5' umbrella in even a slight breeze. Someone please answer, I really want one !!
Yes, the pole is 3 inches in diameter. That is the standard size for a pole on an umbrella like this.
Shopping Guides
Tips on Buying a Patio Umbrella
Protect your guests from the sun and entertain stylishly when you buy patio umbrellas for your backyard. Whether you're looking for a solar patio umbrella that provides light for twilight parties or an offset patio umbrella to shade your entire patio area, the following tips will help you find an umbrella that works for your space. Read on for tips on buying a patio umbrella.
Patio Umbrella Buying Guide
You've furnished your patio with new patio furniture, but you aren't done yet. Not all decks and patios are perfectly shaded, and you can't always set up your outdoor furniture under shade-giving trees. Protect yourself and your family from the sun with patio umbrellas and shades. Buying patio umbrellas is easy when you know what to look for.
How to Store a Patio Umbrella for Winter
When summer winds down, it's time to start thinking about clearing off the patio. Begin by putting away patio furniture before winter sets in. Typically, patio furniture and table covers do the job. However, if patio umbrellas are stored incorrectly, mold and mildew can grow on them, leading to an unpleasant surprise the following spring when you want to set them back outside.
Why You Need Patio Sun Shades
Relax on your patio throughout the heat of summer when you buy sun shades for your home. With a large patio canopy, a few outdoor sun shades and patio umbrellas, there's no reason to stay inside during the hottest days. Read on for a few reasons to buy patio sun shades this season.
Best Outdoor Rug for Your Porch
If you spend a lot of time on your porch, transform it into an outdoor living room with an area rug. Outdoor area rugs are made with water-resistant fibers that won't be ruined by heavy traffic or light moisture. In addition, these rugs are usually resistant to mold and mildew and treated to prevent sun damage. Durable outdoor rugs can make the ground outside a soft place to play by protecting your feet from splinters or small rocks, as well as pull together your patio furniture for a decorated look outdoors. Expand your living space out into the yard by picking out the best outdoor rug for your porch.
How to Use Fireplaces on an Outdoor Patio
Summer nights are ideal for hanging out on the patio, but you can still use your outdoor space when cooler temperatures hit by adding a fireplace. To get the same warmth of a brick-and-mortar fireplace without the commitment or cost to build, try using an indoor/outdoor fireplace. These portable fireplaces are often heated by gel fuel and provide the right amount of warmth for fall and spring weather.
Best Outdoor Lighting for Your Patio
Host an evening party in style when you buy outdoor lighting for your patio. Whether you want outdoor wall lighting to illuminate the back door of your home as you bring food out or LED outdoor lighting you can mount along pathways for extra light, the following suggestions will help you find the perfect outdoor lighting for your patio. Read on for the best outdoor lighting fixtures for your patio.
Tips on Buying Outdoor Rugs
An outdoor rug can keep your porch clean, add color to a dull deck, and unify a patio dining area. But first, you'll need to find the perfect one. These tips will help you find the outdoor rugs that will work best for your home, so you can get outside and enjoy your backyard.
Using Floor Tile Outdoors
The beauty and style of floor tile can be a great alternative to a dull concrete slab. Tiling your patio or another outdoor surface can add a splash of color to your home as well. Here are a couple of tips to help you get started on the right foot.
Hot Trends in Patio Decor
Patios are turning more and more into outdoor living areas, complete with all the comforts of the indoors and the fresh outside air. This gives you many more options when it comes to decorating your garden and patio. Read up on some of the hottest trends in patio design to get some inspiration for your own outdoor space.
How to Outside Mount Interior Shutters
When you're choosing window treatments for the inside of your home, interior window shutters are a sophisticated choice. Like other styles of blinds and shades, interior window shutters are excellent for privacy, light control and reducing your heating and cooling costs. This article will provide instructions for how to install interior shutter window treatments in your home using an outside-mount technique.An outside mount means that you install the shutters alongside the casings of the window, outside of the window frame, using hanging strips. This allows you to easily hang your shutters straight and square, even if your window isn't quite square. If your windows are not square, installing your shutters using an outside mount is the better alternative to attempting an inside mount.
How to Install a Porch Swing
Very few items of porch and patio furniture offer the peace and relaxation of hammocks and swings, and as far as outdoor furniture is concerned, it's hard to compete with a porch swing's decorative charm. Because porch swings need to support weight without compromising the stability of the porch, it's important to take the time to complete the installation safely. A little planning before and during the installation goes a long way in ensuring your new porch swing remains enjoyable for years to come.
Top 10 Additions to Your Outdoor Living Space
With so much time spent indoors, it's easy to neglect the garden and patio area. Many people don't think about what the space needs until they are using it, and then they might not use it that often because it doesn't have the comforts found in a home. But adding a few garden decor pieces to a patio and yard can make the outside just as comfortable as the inside.
How to Maintain Patio Furniture
Sitting outside on your patio furniture on a warm summer day can be very relaxing; patio furniture can also turn your back yard into the perfect gathering place for a summer barbeque. However, patio furniture is not something you want to replace every spring. With proper care and cleaning, you can enjoy your outdoor patio furniture for many years. When outdoor furniture is purchased new, care instructions are usually included. Over the years, these instructions have a tendency to get lost. Instead of throwing up your arms in surrender, use the following tips to maintain your outdoor furniture.
Patio Tables Buying Guide
When the weather is nice outside, nothing beats eating dinner or doing other activities outdoors on the patio. Whether you want to have your morning coffee, throw a dinner party or have an outdoor surface for books and projects, patio tables are just the thing for you. There are several factors to consider before purchasing a patio table; fortunately, this patio table buying guide walks you through the process of choosing the best patio table.
Most Crucial Pieces of Patio Furniture
The patio is a place for relaxation, dining, and fun. The right pieces of outdoor furniture can help you enjoy your patio to its fullest. These are the perfect patio pieces that you need to turn your backyard into an outdoor oasis.
How to Decorate Your Patio
A properly outfitted and decorated garden and patio makes a home feel like it has a bonus room or two. In warmer months, stylish patio and garden decor creates the perfect atmosphere for entertaining, dining outdoors or just relaxing and reclining. In cooler months, the patio or porch becomes a beautiful spot to watch the rain and also can operate as a mud room for dropping off outer layers of clothing and boots. Add some seating and accents for a quick patio and garden decor makeover, or invest more time and money in a full patio redesign.
Tips on Buying a Porch Swing
Create a peaceful place to relax or read and buy a porch swing for your home. A wooden porch swing can add a rustic, old-fashioned touch to your entryway, while an iron swing works with contemporary styles. No matter which outdoor swing you prefer, you're sure to find the hammocks and swings you like with the following suggestions. Read on for tips on buying a porch swing.
Best Porch Swings for Your Home
It's easy to relax outside with your family when you buy hammocks and swings for your porch. Even the simplest porch swings can add a peaceful atmosphere to your porch and become a quiet place to sit when you want to read or just watch the sun set. Whether you want wooden porch swings that are durable enough to hold all of your kids or a pretty iron swing for you and your sweetheart, the following suggestions will help you find the right swings for your space and your lifestyle. Read on to learn more about the best porch swings for your home.
How to Choose Wooden Garden Furniture
Outdoor furniture is available in many materials to suit different outdoor areas. Steel and wicker outdoor furniture are both perfect for the porch or balcony, while a wrought-iron bistro set looks great on the patio. Wood garden furniture, from outdoor benches to dining tables, looks fabulous in the garden. There are many different kinds of wood to choose from, so finding the right outdoor furniture for your garden is easy no matter what style of garden you have.
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