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How did Romans dye their togas?
The Romans were well aware of various fabric dyes. But, they DID NOT dye their togas. The toga was an off white woolen garment. Children, senators and the emperor could have a purple stripe along the edges, but that was all. The only variation of the toga's color was when a man was running for public office. He would then lighten and whiten his toga with powdered chalk as a symbol of his purity of intentions.
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What is a toga?
A toga is a piece of cloth that was extensively worn by the ancient Greeks and Romans. Both men and women wore togas for social events and everyday wear. Most togas were w…hite or beige in color, and was tied at the waist for added comfort. (MORE)
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What type of roman footwear did ordinary roman citizens wear with a toga?
The Romans would normally wear a shoe for outdoor footwear. This could be a leather sole, with optional small wooden bars or nails on the underside, and either a bootie type a…rrangement tied at the ankle or a strappy type with the straps very close together and the toe covered. These styles protected the feet from any oozy stuff in the Roman streets. Do not be misled by Hollywood's Roman wardrobe. The Romans only wore sandals and slippers indoors never outside. (MORE)
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What color is a Greek or Roman toga?
A toga was usually white. The Ropmans also had coloured togas which were symbols of status. The toga preatexta, was white and had a purple border. It was worn by current off…icers of state, former officers of state in festivals and other ceremonial occasion and on burial, some priests and the male children of senators from the age of 12 to 17. It was also worn by the last three kings of Rome during the monarchy which preceded the republic. During the period of rule by emperors it could also be bestowed as a honour independently of rank. The toga picta was purple and embroidered with gold. During the republic it was worn by generals when they celebrated their triumphs and the preator urbanus when he rode the chariot of the gods into the circus (chariot racing track) to open a games festival which were called ludi Apollinares (the games of Apollo). During the period of rule by emperors it was worn by officers of state at the gladiatorial games, by the consuls, and by the emperor on special occasions. Just a small footnote to the toga's color. Although it was white, it was not the "white" that we think of. It was an off white (wool white). The only time it was our idea of white was when a man was running for a public office. Then he would have his togas made pure white with chalk to as to impart the impression that he was an honest, honorable candidate. (MORE)
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Ancient Roman Clothing
Ancient Roman clothing was originally made from wool that was homespun. Over time, garments were made with linen, cotton, and even silk. Most Romans wore shoes, depending on t…he class they were a part of. Clothing often denoted social status. Accessories also played an important role in Roman clothing. Some accessories were thought to have magical powers, like the Roman amulet, while others were worn for decorative purposes.The Latin word for sandals is soleae. The upper class wore black leather shoes with four straps. They were worn by senators and were similar to the patrician's (a Roman aristocrat) red high-soled shoes that fastened with hooks and straps around the ankles. Women usually wore boots. The Romans also had house sandals to wear when dressed in just a tunica. The Roman sandals were made of leather soles attached to the foot with interlacing straps. Shoes were always removed before dining.The material of women's clothing depended on the wealth of the family. Fabrics were usually dyed and embroidered to represent individual style and taste. Clothing was usually draped according to the latest fashion. Jewelry often had a purpose, like brooches that would hold the drapes of clothing together. The basic clothing included three pieces: an interior tunica, stola, and palla. The stola was the same as a Roman man's tunica, while the palla was the equivalent of a man's toga. The stola was foot length and was attached at the shoulders to the interior tunica.The Romans spent most of their days outdoors, from working to shopping, to leisure activities. The toga was not suitable for active work. Those who labored for work often wore the tunica. The paenula was for cold or wet weather, and was a sleeveless cloak made from thick cloth. The sagum was a cloak worn by soldiers. The lacerna was an expensive sagum, with a hood, and was large enough to be worn over a toga. It was usually worn as a sign of status, as a decoration. The laena was made of heavy cloth, and was usually dyed purple, a color of the wealthy.The toga is the most famous form of Roman clothing. It was the standard item of of clothing, with its varying shapes and sizes that changed over time and with fashion changes. Both men and women wore togas. The palla was a woman's garment made of a woven rectangle of cloth that was worn over the stolla. A palla was worn like a modern scarf would be. The tunica was a basic garment, usually worn under more official articles of clothing, like the toga. The tunica was worn by the poor, who could not afford other garments. It was usually belted and extended to the feet.Roman boys wore a tunica that went down to the knees and was white with a crimson border. After a boy became a man, he would wear an all-white tunica or toga. A boy reached manhood at age 16 or 17. Roman girls wore simple tunicas that were often belted at the waist. When they left their houses, the tunica would reach the ground. Children also wore the bulla, an amulet that protected against evil and was worn on a chain around the neck. Girls would wear the bulla until their wedding day, while boys would wear it until they reached manhood.Ancient Roman clothing varied in its styles and fashions. From the toga, which could be draped in different ways, to the shoes, which distinguished social classes, clothing was an important tool in ancient Rome. The clothing also differed in material, ranging from wool to leather. There were many ways to distinguish wealth through clothing.Rings were the only jewelry that Roman men wore. Good manners indicated that men should only wear one ring, but some men were distasteful and would wear more than one ring at a time. Romans were known for loving colored stones, like topaz and sapphires. Pendants and brooches were also popular forms of jewelry. (MORE)
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The Importance of Roman Baths to Roman Culture
Roman culture from before the birth of Christ for many hundreds of years centered around the bath. These buildings, ranging in size from small buildings meant for just one fam…ily in remote locations, to baths big enough to hold 3,000 people, were the center of life for most Romans. By the fifth century, historians believe there were more than 900 public baths in Rome alone. Filled with water from the aqueducts or built on top of natural hot springs, these baths were the center of life for a Roman citizen, whether they were poor or had plenty of money. Most Romans only worked to noon and spent the afternoon at these public baths. Step back in time and see what your life would be like at a Roman bath.The first thing you need to do as you arrive at the public bath is to change clothes. Remove the clothes from your workday and put on a toga and wooden clogs or sandals.Now that you have changed your clothes and taken your work clothes with you, you will use the restroom. You will squat over a hole in the ground with your urine or bowel movement running directly into the aqueduct. After you have finished you will wipe with a sponge or a stick. You will then wash your hands.Now walk to the palaestra and look to see what is happening today. This large room is where people exercise after a hard day at work. If you are a man, then you will run, wrestle, fence, box, or participate in a ball game. If you are a female, then you will play trochus by rolling a metal hoop with a stick attached. The aim of the game is to keep the hoop up on its side for as long as possible.Now go to the apodyrerium room and take off your exercise clothes. This room is set aside specifically for you to change your clothes. You will be nude for the next few rooms before returning to the apodyreium to redress. The apodyreium is a room specifically set aside for changing. Leave your work clothes and your exercise clothes here. If you are a person of wealth, then leave your slaves here to guard your clothes. This area has lots of thieves so be extremely cautious. If you are a wealthy person then you will want to spend some time here parading your slaves to show how wealthy you are. If you are a common person, make sure to hire one of the slaves that works at the baths to guard your clothes.Next proceed to the tepidarium. In this room you will first have someone rub oil on your body. The tepidarium is a room similar in many ways to a massage spa, but those have not been invented yet. If you are wealthy, then order one of your slaves to rub oil on your body. If you do not own slaves, then pay one of the people who work here to rub the oil on your body. Here you would have a long metal tool, known as a strigil and resembles a curved straight edge razor, rubbed across your body to remove the oil. As the oil is removed from your body it will take the dirt with it.After you are done in the tepidarium, then enter the caldarium which is similar to a sauna. Make sure you are wearing your wooden clogs or wooden sandals as you enter the room, as the floor will be very hot. Sweat in the room that is about 100 degrees and has close to 100 percent humidity. If you become too hot have someone pour cool water from the large shallow pool in the center of the room over you. Appreciate the work of the slaves in the basement that keep the furnace, known as a hypocaust, going so that this room stays hot. The purpose of staying in this room is to open your skin's pores.After you have stayed in the tepidarium for as long as you can stand, then walk into the next room which is the frigidarium. The way the Roman bath was constructed, the frigidarium was much cooler than the tepidarium. The purpose of staying in this room is to close your opened pores.Romans believed that by opening and then closing the pores the dirt within their bodies was released. Lay in the cold water and enjoy the waves as they lap around your body.As you walk back through the bath to get your clothes, Roman culture dictates that you admire the art. The art is different in each public bath, but generally will be made up of brightly colored statues. The walls may also be made up of colorful tile mosaics. When you reach the apodyrerium change back into your street clothes.Walk around and notice all the entertainment that is happening in the building. Watch as people juggle and perform gymnastics. On the other hand, you may sit and listen to philosophers explain their ideas. Or you may opt to listen to poets reading their poetry. If you are a woman, then you can lay under the special glass windows and sunbathe.After you have finished watching the entertainers, now is the time to eat. You may eat little sausages that are made of minced pork belly mixed with spicy seasoning or eat boiled eggs with a special nutty sauce. You may also drink white wine mixed with honey.As a Roman in ancient times, your life centers around the baths. The first decision you had to make was which one of the public baths you want to go to since you would have a choice of over 900. Once there, you first exercise, then sit in a sauna, cool off with a swim, admire the art, eat the food, and watch the entertainment. By evening, you are ready to go back to your house. By following the steps in this article, you would have fit into ancient Roman culture.One of the best places to learn about Roman Baths today is at the Roman Baths Museum located in Bath, England. This was the furthest west the Roman baths were ever found. The museum has rebuilt parts of the bath, although visitors can also enjoy seeing part of the original bath located here. (MORE)
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Dyeing Fabric for Your Quilt
Art quilters, in particular, love to dye fabrics for use in specific areas of their quilts. This gives them complete control over color. For instance, a portrait quilt might r…equire a certain skin, eye or hair color that is more easily achieved by custom dyeing a fabric than using a commercially printed one. Dyeing fabric is a fairly easy process, if you are careful to use products specifically made for this purpose. This is a project best done outdoors in an area with good ventilation, and in an area that will not be damaged if the dye should be accidentally spilled.1.1. 100 percent white cotton fabric. For your first attempt, one yard should do.2.2. A bucket large enough to contain your fabric, plus four cups of water.3.3. Procion MX dye, or other fiber-reactive dye. Use just one dye color for your first try.4.4. Soda ash. This is a fixative that will help the dye adhere to the fibers in the fabric.5.5. A pair of rubber gloves to protect your hands.6.6. A large spoon and measuring cup that will be used exclusively for dyeing. Don't use these tools for cooking after they have come in contact with the dye. Although the dye is not toxic, it is a good idea to dedicate the spoon and measuring cup to dyeing.7.7. A dust mask to wear when you are handling the dye powder. The dye powder is very fine and can be easily inhaled, so don't skip this item.8.8. A mild detergent. Synthrapol is a detergent specifically designed for use with dye. It will help wash out excess dye so the fabric will not bleed color when washed later.Make sure to read the manufacturer's directions on the products you have purchased. Mix two teaspoons of the dye into two cups of warm water. Make sure the water is not hot, as the dye reacts differently in hot water. Using the large spoon, stir the dye in the water for the length of time recommended by the manufacturer. This may be as long as four or five minutes.Gently wad up the fabric and place it in the bottom of the bucket. Be careful not to tamp it down too tightly, or the dye will not be able to penetrate the folds of the fabric. Pour the dye solution over the fabric. Add another two cups of plain water. The dye solution should just cover the fabric. You may need to use the spoon to press down lightly on the fabric to remove air bubbles, but do not stir the fabric and dye solution. The uneven color penetration will add interest to the finished fabric. Let the fabric sit in the dye for at least 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, gently pull some of the fabric out of the dye solution to check for color. If you wish a deeper color, mix another teaspoon of the dye into a half-cup of water, stirring as you did before, and add the solution to the bucket. Let the fabric soak for another 20 minutes.You might want to cut the one yard of fabric into four pieces, and remove one piece each time you add more dye. You will then have four pieces of fabric in graduated shades of the color you are using.Soda Ash is a color fixative, which helps make the dye color permanent. When you have achieved the color you are pleased with, mix three teaspoons of soda ash to two cups of warm, not hot, water. Stir the soda ash with the large spoon, until it is completely dissolved in the water. Pour the soda ash solution over the fabric. Put your gloves on and very gently swish the fabric, circulating the soda ash in the dye solution. Do not stir the solution. The longer the fabric sits in the soda ash/dye solution, the more intense the color will become. Leave the fabric in the soda ash/dye solution for at least an hour.Carry the bucket to the sink you will use for rinsing and place it in the sink. Only use an aluminum sink for this process, as the dye will stain a plastic or ceramic sink. If no aluminum sink is available, rinse the fabric outside in an area that will not be damaged by the dye. Wearing your gloves, left the fabric out of the bucket and rinse in hot water to wash out any excess dye left in the fabric. Rinse until the water running off the fabric is clear. Place the fabric in your washing machine and wash it on the gentle cycle using a mild detergent, or Synthrapol. The fabric can safely be dried in your dryer.Fiber-reactive dyes seem to work more efficiently in warm temperatures. Work in a warm room, or outside in the sun, for the best results.Fabric dyeing is fun, and results in custom, one-of-a-kind fabrics. When you have practiced using one color, move on to pouring two or more dyes on your fabric (remember not to stir), for unusual and beautiful color effects. (MORE)
Making Natural Dyes
Making natural dyes is a great project you can do at home. These dyes can be used to add color to almost any white fabric. The chemicals in most dyes can be hazardous to the h…ealth and the environment. Natural dyes can create a variety of vibrant hues without any dangerous chemicals. If you follow these steps you can create your own natural dyes.Before you start making natural dye you need to decide what sort of plant material you want to use. The plant material will determine the color of your dye. For example, blackberries will make a dark purple dye, while raspberries will create a pinkish hue. Any fruits, vegetables, or flowers with strong colors can be used.In order to make natural dye you will need a few materials. First of all, you will need a large pot or pan that you do not use for cooking, because you will not be able to cook in it after making dye. You will also need a secondary pan. This pan will be safe to use for cooking afterward. You will also need water, salt, a strainer, and the plant material you picked. Finally, you will need fabric to dye.Chop up all the plant material that you intend to use. This should be at least two cups, but you can add more if you want to make more dye. Chop the material as finely as you can. Measure the plant material and add it to the pot you will not reuse for cooking.Once you have measured the plant material, you can add twice as much water as there is plant material to the pot. For example, add four cups of water for two cups of plant material. Bring it to a boil and allow it to simmer for at least an hour.Once the dye mixture has simmered for at least an hour, it's time to strain it. Use a fine strainer to strain out all of the plant material and leave only the dye bath. You can even strain it twice if you believe there is still plant material in the dye. After this is done set the dye bath aside.A fixative bath helps the color adhere to the fabric. Put the fabric in a mixture of one part salt to 16 parts water. Make sure the fabric is completely submerged. Simmer the fabric in this mixture for an hour.After an hour remove the fabric from the fixative bath. Wring it out thoroughly. You may need to wring it out more than once. Make sure that it is not dripping water before you move on to the next step.Place the fabric in the dye bath and simmer it. Continue simmering until the desired color is achieved. The color will look darker when it's wet. Therefore, go for a shade slightly darker than you want the finished product to be.Use rubber gloves when you remove the fabric from the dye bath. This will keep your hands from being dyed. You may want to lay down plastic bags in order to avoid staining any surfaces. Wring the fabric once more and hang it to dry.Once the fabric is completely dry you can wash it and use it. Make sure to wash all naturally-dyed fabrics in cold water, and separate from other clothes. Don't use bleach on naturally-dyed fabric. If you machine dry the fabric, use a low setting.Natural dyes are fun and easy to make. This is a project that you can do at home in order to make dyes in the color of your choice without any dangerous chemicals. Natural dyes usually impart vibrant but earthy colors that are hard to find in chemical dyes. If you have the time and materials, this is definitely worth trying.Using plant matter that is fully ripe or even slightly over ripe will create more vivid colors. (MORE)
When did Romans stop wearing togas?
By the late Republic, the Roman men stopped wearing togas except for very serious occasions. They had grown from the simple "bedsheet" type of garment worn in the early days o…f the city, to massive bulky wraps that one needed a servant to help put on and to keep it hanging correctly once a man tried to move in it. I won't even mention what would happen if a man had to use a latrine. When Augustus came into power he had to pass a law stating that on all state occasions a Roman citizen had to wear a toga. The emperor we know as Caracalla even banned the toga and by law replaced it with the caracalla, which was the garment he always wore and from which he got his nickname. (MORE)
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What was ancient roman hair dye made of?
A mix of animal fat and beechwood ash was used for red dye. Saffron was used for gold/blond dye. Leeches fermented in vinegar for 40 days were su…ggested for black dye. Henna was also used. Dyes were applied through powders, gels and bleach. Dyes were popular among women, but when applied frequently, they made the hair weaker. Christian writer Tertullian wrote about how dyes were harmful for the head and how they burnt the scalp. (MORE)
Why did Romans wear togas and tunics?
The Romans wore the toga because it was their national dress. It Indicated that the man wearing it was a Roman citizen and was entitled to all the courtesies due him. The tuni…c was the standard dress for men in the Mediterranean area. it also told weather or not they were trustworthy (MORE)


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When we have bad things happening to us—like heart disease, cancer, loss of a job, death of a child or spouse—people often say, "Why did God let this happen to me?" In the midst of suffering the questions are only natural.
Yet utterly unnatural is what we hear in 1 Peter as Jesus' words about suffering re addressed to a suffering people. Jesus is the one who doesn't engage in philosophical arguments or platitudes. In Peter we are instead given to see a picture of a suffering God—a suffering Jesus. In his suffering all the walls go down at last. All the pious pitches of religious hucksters preaching another quick fix gospel disintegrate as God comes up against us in our suffering. It is the place where God meets, holds us and frees us. When Lupita Nyong'o accepted the best supporting actress Oscar for playing Patsey, a slave girl in the movie 12 Years a Slave, she said, "It doesn't escape me for one moment that so much joy in my life is thanks to so much pain in someone else's." God's promise is that God, as our shepherd, walks with us, down and dirty. Peter lets us know that God knows pain and suffering better than us.
Suffering is the place where we can also recognize each other as pilgrims together in need of God's saving power, grace, and healing. As we hear in Peter, "By his wounds we are healed."
Dear Lord, walk with us today in all we face, the hard times as well as the joyous. Like a shepherd, hold us so close to your heart that we can hear and feel your heart beat. Amen.
Charles BerdahlAurora, Colo. Master of Divinity , 1964
19 For it is a credit to you if, being aware of God, you endure pain while suffering unjustly.
20 If you endure when you are beaten for doing wrong, what credit is that? But if you endure when you do right and suffer for it, you have God's approval.
21 For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you should follow in his steps.
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23 When he was abused, he did not return abuse; when he suffered, he did not threaten; but he entrusted himself to the one who judges justly.
24 He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross, so that, free from sins, we might live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed.
25 For you were going astray like sheep, but now you have returned to the shepherd and guardian of your souls.
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Fabulous find and shot Marguerite….love it!!!!!
Thanks Kathie. I think you are a lover of blue anyhow! Actually when I took a look at my homepage (which I dont do very often) I was struck by how much blue features in my photography. Perhaps that is why I also like yours a lot!
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Lovely work.
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Just beautiful, Marguerite….looks very wispy and light.
Thanks for your visit and comment Lynne. I like wispy!
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Great shot very fluid.
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amazing what you find on billboards!! I love the flow of it.
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(CNSNews.com) - A United Nations news release Monday included accusations that 6 year old Elian Gonzalez, the Cuban boy who was found drifting off the coast of Florida in November, was kidnapped by the Cuban American Foundation.
The accusation was included in a January 24, 2000 UN statement on the rejection of "consultative status" for Universidad Latinoamericana de la Libertad Friedrich Hayek, which was accused of being "closely linked to other organizations of a terrorist nature."
"One of (CAF's) most recent acts had been the kidnapping of Elian Gonzalez," read the news release. The remarks were attributed to Cuba's delegate to the UN Committee on Non-Governmental Organizations, but was not identified. A search of the UN's Internet web site did not reveal the name of the delegate, and telephone calls seeking the delegate's name were not returned.
Gonzalez and his mother were part of a group of people fleeing Cuba in late November. The boy's mother was lost at sea trying to reach the United States, but Gonzalez survived after being rescued by a passing fishing boat on Thanksgiving Day and brought to Florida by a US Coast Guard vessel.
The boy is currently living with relatives in Miami, but his father remains in Cuba and has demanded the boy be returned. The difference of opinion on the boy's fate prompted a barrage of legal and legislative efforts to resolve Gonzalez's situation.
Cuban American National Foundation President Francisco Hernandez denied the accusations in the UN press release and said it was not appropriate for the organization to include such claims in its statements.
"Certainly it's not (appropriate)," Hernandez said. "I wonder why the United Nations would have made such a lie like that or permitted it to be in a news release."
When asked about the kidnapping accusation, Hernandez chuckled and attributed the claim to Cuban dictator Fidel Castro. "We certainly have not kidnapped or participated in any kidnapping in our lives," said Hernandez, who said he thinks the charge was leveled against his group "simply because we have been effective against Castro's regime."
The consultative status in question would have allowed the university to "send observers to public meetings of the (UN Economic and Social) Council and its subsidiary bodies and... submit written statements," according to the UN's Internet web site.
The Universidad Latinoamericana de la Libertad Friedrich Hayek is not a traditional university in the sense that it offers degree programs, but is described as an institute that studies and promotes democracy rather than a traditional university that offers degreed programs.
The CAF used to be the lobbying arm of the Cuban American National Foundation, a Miami-based organization that works to expose and stop human rights abuses in Cuba. Last year, the two organizations were merged into a single entity, according to Hernandez. The same UN news release that accused the Cuban American Foundation of kidnapping Gonzalez also accused the group of "terrorist activities," a charge foundation officials said is false.
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Copenhagen shows bicycles can improve cities and their citizens
2Home to inspiring modern architecture, set within a dense and vibrant urban context, the most significant impression any visitor has of the Scandinavian capital is an overwhelming presence of bicycles.
In Copenhagen, 37 per cent of the population ride their bikes to work every day. With a vast, integrated system of separated lanes and dedicated lights, rush-hour traffic can often be heavier for cyclists than motorists. The system is so safe only 15 per cent of Danes choose to wear a helmet.
During a recent architectural pilgrimage to the Nordic city, I was lucky enough to visit prominent Danish architect and urban planner Jan Gehl. Having written several influential books on the design of livable cities, he has been instrumental in establishing Copenhagen's bike culture. In our discussion, Gehl lamented the lack of cycling infrastructure in most Canadian cities and cited the significant social and economic benefits it can have. He referred to a study commissioned by the mayor of Copenhagen indicating that when taking all factors into account, every kilometre ridden on a bike saves Danish society 25 cents and every kilometre travelled by car costs them 16 cents.
In Winnipeg, the first steps toward implementation of an active transportation network have largely been focused on encouraging healthy lifestyle choices, but expanding on Gehl's business case for an urban cycling infrastructure might be a valuable strategy to galvanize government and public support for its continued development.
The most easily quantifiable economic impact of active transportation is realized through individual savings. Car ownership is the second-greatest expense in a typical Canadian household, costing on average $7,500 annually, per vehicle. When alternate transportation options are provided, costs such as fuel, parking and maintenance can be greatly reduced. If a household is able to eliminate one car, these savings can be substantial.
Developers across Canada are realizing more compact, walkable neighbourhoods that are integrated into an overall urban active-transportation network are seen to provide a higher quality of life, are more desirable and as a result command greater property values and tax revenue.
Cities that struggle with infrastructure-funding deficits can look to an improved cycling network as a means of reducing some of that pressure on local government. A small shift in vehicle use can have a disproportionate impact on the need for increased road construction. According to the U.S. Federal Highway Administration, by decreasing the number of cars on a high volume urban street by only three per cent, peak rush hour congestion can be reduced by nearly 30 per cent. With the cost of road construction being more than 10 times that of segregated bike lanes, significant economic savings can be realized by enticing more commuters to choose alternate means of transportation.
Implementation of an active transportation network has shown to be an effective government policy for targeting employment growth. Bike-lane construction is labour-intensive rather than equipment- and material-intensive. A study done in Baltimore revealed that for every dollar invested in developing segregated bike lanes, more than twice as many jobs were created when compared to road construction.
An active-transportation network can also be good for business. When compared to motorists, cyclists and pedestrians spend more money in local and small retail establishments. Healthier employees can decrease absenteeism and improve job satisfaction, while reducing the burden on our health-care system.
Cyclists contribute to the creation of an active street culture, which improves neighbourhood vibrancy and safety, in turn promoting increased spending and economic growth. As urban quality improves, the livability and public image of the city as a whole is enhanced, becoming more attractive to investment, tourism and immigration.
The cost of implementing an urban active-transportation network is not unattainable when weighed against these economic benefits. It is estimated the City of Portland, considered the most bike-friendly municipality in North America, where six per cent of commuters are cyclists (under two per cent in Winnipeg), could replace its entire existing cycling infrastructure for only $60 million.
That represents the cost of widening less than two kilometres of Kenaston Boulevard.
Winnipeg will likely never be Copenhagen, but its urban structure makes it a favourable candidate for an effective cycling network. With 72 per cent of the population living with 10 kilometres of downtown and a highly centralized workforce, the median commute is only 6.1 kilometres, a much shorter distance than in other Canadian cities.
There is a pervasive attitude in Winnipeg that our harsh winters make these economic benefits less attainable and investment in active transportation less valuable. When speaking with Jan Gehl, I asked him how he would respond to that criticism. He replied by saying in Canada, we focus so much on being protected on the bad days it often keeps us from taking full advantage of many good days. He wants us to shift our priority and look at the glass as being half full, recommending we take care of the 250 good days first and then find a balance for the others.
He makes a good point.
Brent Bellamy is senior design architect for Number Ten Architectural Group.
Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition October 1, 2012 B5
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Quit singing 'prank' thong; wife knows you're a liar
DEAR MISS LONELYHEARTS: I'm in deep trouble with my wife over a black lace thong she found in my sport bag when she was cleaning it out. She was adding it the kids' wash of stinky gym stuff. The thong, needless to say, was not hers. Nor was it mine. I am not a freak. They belonged to a woman I had a thing with at my sport in an empty change room at the end of a night. My wife is demanding an explanation and I am saying I have NO idea how they got in there. I actually don't. I suspect my sex partner put them in there to cause trouble as she is crazy about me, single and kind of reckless. It was never meant to be anything but sex, on my side. Now I don't know what to do, as I love my wife and my marriage. I told my wife, "Maybe one of the guys did it as a joke." She isn't buying that. Telling the truth is not an option. I'm wondering: what if I told her another guy got a pair of panties in his sports bag last week and there's a prankster in the group? -- In the Doghouse, Winnipeg
Dear Doghouse: Well, good luck in the big lie, fella. Your wife is onto you. If you think she's going to stop looking for evidence at this point, think again. She will have heard the false notes in your voice and be looking to get you to talk more about your story. The more you talk about the prankster, the more you sound like an idiot. Keep it going and she will check out the prank with one of the wives or girlfriends. She may even have seen a lawyer by now to figure out which way to proceed if there is any affair going on. Would it be better to confess this foolish sex thing in the bathroom than let her think it's a full-blown affair you're hiding? Ladies, please write in. Which would you prefer? Would an honest confession be the end of the marriage for you, or the beginning of an open marriage? Would you tell him it was now open on your side too?
DEAR MISS LONELYHEARTS: I sat down beside a good-looking young guy on the bus and we got to talking about the cold weather. My hands were red and freezing (not attractive) because I had forgotten my gloves at home and had to hold the stuff I was carrying. He was a very sweet young man (I'm 31) and he said the best way to warm skin is to wrap it in warm skin of a human being, so how would it be if he held my hands to warm them for a few minutes? He was such an engaging character, I let him! When they warmed up, he gave my hands back to me, like a gentleman. When he got off the bus, he touched my arm gently and wished me well. When will I see him again? He is never on that bus and I take it every morning to work hoping to see him. -- Wistful, Portage Bus
Dear Wistful: Don't spoil this for yourself by wondering why he doesn't come back again. That was a little vignette, meant to be a one-time thing -- fanciful types would say it was an angel. Whatever it is, enjoy the memory and let it restore your faith in people when you hear the constant kvetching about people these days and how they don't care about each other. It is surprising how much people DO care about each other in this city, without asking for anything in return.
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Conveniently near the airport in the heart of Gurgaon, Hotel City Premier is close to Unitech Cyber City, Medanta, and MGF Metropolitan Mall. Also nearby are Leisure Valley and Kingdom of Dreams.
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Dining options at this business-friendly hotel include a restaurant and a coffee shop/café. A complimentary breakfast is served each morning. Wireless and wired high-speed Internet access is complimentary in public areas. The staff can provide tour/ticket assistance and wedding services. Additional amenities at this Victorian hotel include a rooftop terrace, a complimentary grocery shopping service, and coffee/tea in the lobby. Complimentary self parking is available onsite for guests.
The 28 air-conditioned guestrooms at Hotel City Premier include safes and complimentary newspapers. Guests can use the in-room complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access. 32-inch LCD TVs are equipped with satellite channels. All accommodations provide desks and phones; free local calls are offered (restrictions may apply). Bathrooms offer showers and hair dryers. In-room refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and complimentary bottled water are provided. Additional amenities include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. In addition, housekeeping is offered daily and amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by Laraza63 I keep going back. Best ever! There is no other hotel that offers hospitality in the area . Truly genuine March 17, 2015
Rated 1 out of 5 by Swillia64 Never Again I stayed at this hotel along with a number of colleagues for a total of 3 nights, we originally booked two nights but had to extend our stay an additional night. I was shocked to find out that we had been charged at least 3 different rates for the extra night, mine being the most expensive at 1000 dhs while some colleagues paid 400 plus taxes, despite requesting my company corporate rate. On top of this they tried to charge me extra for breakfast and when I queried this they tried to say I had 2 breakfasts and then that I had signed for someone else's. I will not be staying at the Sheraton Corniche again despite visiting Abu Dhabi regularly. November 25, 2013
Rated 1 out of 5 by Ahmads83 Noisy hotel I live in Abu Dhabi , and for the noise next to our home we diced to spend on night in this hotel , and they offer room next to the hotel central AC generator (room 252) !!!! It was the really bad however the hotel was not full , I would never recommend this hotel for friends or related to my work. This room should be store November 24, 2012
Rated 1 out of 5 by Tara70 Inadequate service at an International hotel I did not think it was helpful during our stay in August that it was not possible to get food for our children( 8 and 10 years) during daylight hours due to Ramdam. Whilst I can appreciate that Muslims may wish to adhere to this rule, not being part of that religion, I don't think it was appropriate for an international hotel not to have food available for international guests. We had checked out of our room as we were flying out later that night and therefore could not avail of room service to our room September 5, 2012
Rated 1 out of 5 by Nordy Very poor customer service. I am a platinum member of SPG and stay at Sheratons all over the world and they are always very flexible with me as my schedules change. Upon arrival, they moved my dates in one day and were happy to do so. But when my dates changed again where I had to check out a day early, they told me they couldn't change the reservation. Amazing how they could add a day, but when I wanted to leave early, it became impossible and they charged me for a night I wasn't even at the hotel ...!!! I gave 3 days notice in advance. "all other Sheratons/SPG in the UAE are very flexible and know me well. Worst part is they charged me and didn't give SPG credit for the night I wasn't there! I will "never" stay in this Sheraton again.... October 19, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by BruceBanner A short stop before a long trip I was finally able to relax and hang out again after a long business trip. I must admit...I got a chance to stay in suite 749...I will probably find more excuses for the company to send me to Abu Dhabi. Hotel staff was excellent as always. They sent up a birthday cake and I'd forgotten it was my birthday. Excellent job guys/gals. My only regret is not filling out a survey card before leaving. They deserve the recognition. February 1, 2015
Rated 2 out of 5 by Mary11 Room size and food quality. Dear All, I stayed in your hotel for 3 nights, I arrived on 03/02/2012 and I was told that the only available rooms are one with two beds and another one on the smoking floor. I chose the one with the two beds. When I was guided to my room, I was shocked by the size of the room. It was too small, actually the smallest room I have ever stayed-in in any hotel (and I stayed in many hotels!). I ordered food for lunch, but the quality of food was sorry to say but, horrible! Finally, most of the people were nice in the hotel, but some were to serious to offer a smile. Anyway, My overall review is that the hotel is average and needs improvment. Hopeing it will be better if I ever thought of staying again in a Sheraton. March 6, 2013
Rated 4 out of 5 by troubleandstrife Terrific Value, Good Location The Sheraton Corniche offers one of the best value for money stays in Abu Dhabi and is well located in the centre. The hotel was very accommodating in letting us check in very early in the morning, and this made all the difference to our stay after a long and sleepless night on the plane. The buffet breakfast is excellent--I would recommend getting a room rate with this included as it is better value. If we had to be picky, the only fault we could find was that the water in the showers (room 307 and 309) would run hot and cold. July 2, 2014


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Sacramento law enforcement agencies are cautioning football fans planning to attend Saturday's Causeway Classic at California State University, Sacramento about the perils of drinking and driving.
Officers with Sacramento County's DUI task force will conduct saturation patrols targeting people driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol in and near CSUS, where the annual match-up between Sac State and UC Davis football teams is expected to draw large crowds. Although alcohol is permitted during the event, authorities urge participants to drink responsibly and designate a sober driver.
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Crashes involving impaired driving killed more than 10,000 people in 2010, accounting for 31 percent of all traffic fatalities in the United States, according to a task force news release.
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After an icy winter in 2014, North Georgia's relatively mild 2015 is about to take a turn for the worse.
A Dawsonville man died from injuries sustained in a logging incident over the weekend.
Survey work at the intersection of Ga. 400 and Hwy. 53 will periodically shutdown traffic at the crossing Saturday morning.
Two years ago, Donna Waters had difficulty getting out of her car and walking even a short distance.
Affectionately known as "Awesome Bill from Dawsonville" by his legion of fans, Bill Elliott will cement the town's status in motorsports history when he is inducted into NASCAR's Hall of Fame Friday night in Charlotte.
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Could anyone recommend me some very low light plants that can survive in a room that pretty much only gets artificial light? My apartment was evidently built in an era before building codes, and my living room is so dark that we have to keep the lights on in the middle of the day. We have cold white fluorescent lighting and a bunch of table lamps with with warm white CFL bulbs.
Are there any plants at all that can survive in such conditions? Especially any plants other than pothos? I'm sick of pothos.
I also have a North-East facing window that gets a few hours of direct sunlight in the morning, but is dim in the afternoon as it's surrounded by tall buildings. When it's overcast outside, it's pretty dim there all day long. The window is where a narrow corridor is, so my only option in that area is to hang plants on the window. Is there such thing a a low light plant that won't get scorched by a few hours morning sunlight? Or a medium light plant that won't mind sitting in extreme shade for more than half the day?
I've saved my only West-facing window for my herbs, and space there is very limited. Help a newbie out, please?
I'm going to suggest that you investigate some means of special plant lighting. Contrary to what you may think, plant lights don't have to be rows of fluorescent lights hung 4 inches above a plant. You've got lots of options.
If I lived in an apartment with such limited natural light, I'd be VERY loath to give up any opening to plants! You need that light, too! ;-) So, rather than cloak every window with plants, why not try to accommodate a few plants with some specialty lighting?
I've attached a google search for low light plants. I'm sure that others will help out with some suggestions, too. I still vote for some alternative methods of plant lighting, though.
Here is a link that might be useful: Low ilght plant ideas
Agreed. And this discussion may be of interest to you.
I actually do have two rooms with large West-facing windows which get a lot of sunlight, but most of that area can't be used for plants. My parrots live free-range in one of the rooms, and in the other room, the bed is right up against the window. I am not going to hang plants above the bed because bits of dirt would fall in. That leaves a 2 foot gap where I can grow herbs, and even that's partly shaded by the window air-conditioning unit, so I've got basil on the bottom and lemon balm on top.
I was just wondering whether there was any low light species of plant that I could use to brighten up the rest of the house. Do you have to get special grow lights, or will any table lamp with a CFL bulb work? And if I use a CFL bulb, does it have to be white light? It's just that my live-in boyfriend can't stand blue light, and if a warm white CFL bulb won't work, I'll forgo plants there altogether.
Fluorescent bulbs are now available in all spectrums of light. A bulb with a broad spectrum of light rays is best (for plants AND people, IMO.) Most plants that are more than 18" from fluor lights may not thrive, though, except the extreme low-lighters. Also, the light works best when it comes from above, as opposed to sideways.
I lived in a little apartment for a few years with only 1 north-side window which I nailed a sheet over after the 3rd "peeping tom." My computer desk had a shelf at the top (about eye-level when standing up) and I hung a shop light above that and filled the shelf with plants. This was enough light for african violets to bloom, which was my main obsession at the time. The bulbs available now are so much more pleasant than those were, in regard to light spectrum, and the new shoplights hopefully don't "hum" either. Something to consider if you have a tall shelf unit available.
The rational part of me knows better, but the emotional part of me yelled, "move that bed!" when I read your last entry. Just a sign of the psychosis called "plant-o-phile." Pointing it out so you can let your BF know you're not ill like "those crazies on the internet."


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Oct 18, 2012, 8:00 AM EDT
Did you feel it yesterday? Wednesday had that crisp mid-November buzz to it. Yesterday felt like a real, true, college hoops day. There were media days held, tv specials were aired and the news cycle was in hyper drive.
Time to hit the links.
– The Kentucky Wildcats were the big winners on Wednesday. John Calipari was in Bristol, CT going through the ESPN "Car Wash" and the ESPN All-Access special on Kentucky debuted last night. Unfortunately, coach Calipari struggled to make his free throws. But Calipari did state that Nerlens Noel is eligible to play this season. On top of that, highly touted former-Indiana target Marcus Lee committed to Kentucky on Wednesday afternoon. Oh did I mention that the facilities connected to Rupp Arena got a facelift? Yeah, Kentucky owned Wednesday
– Your #ReadoftheDay comes from Mike Lopresti of The USA Today. He details the triumvirate that he expects to dominate the polls the entire season
– The Big East Conference held their media day yesterday, so strap in for a bunch of notes: Jim Boeheim and Rick Pitino exchanged some rather colorful, umm "pleasantries". Vince Brazeau, the former NBA Vice President of Basketball Operations, has been hired by the Big East to replace Dave Gavvitt as Senior Associate Commissioner for Men's Basketball. The conference also reached a new multiyear extension with Madison Square Garden in order to keep the Big East Tournament in New York City
– Of course there was much discussion about Syracuse's impending departure to the ACC, and specifically, the last Big East game ever played by the Orange, against their hated rivals Georgetown
– Louisville was the prohibitive preseason favorite to win the Big East conference this season. The Cardinals have the returning talent, depth and experience needed in order to make a return trip to the Final Four
– Ben Howland wants his team to run the floor this year. But with the status of Kyle Anderson and Shabazz Muhammad still undetermined, the Bruins might not be able to run
– Miami big-man Reggie Johnson has been busting his tail this off-season in order to shed some excess weight. The center is currently tipping the scales around 290 pounds, which is significantly less than what he weighted 12 months ago
– A bizarre paperwork oversight will force Xavier's Isaiah Philmore to miss the Musketeers first three games
– La Salle finds themselves wedged squarely in the middle of an extremely deep Atlantic-10 Conference this season. College Chalk Talk explains what the Explorers can expect from sophomore rising star Jerrell Wright
– The Colonials of Robert Morris have had a very strong last half-decade in the NEC, but with senior team leader and leading scorer Velton Jones set to graduate in May, it will be interesting to see what direction the program heads in
– A nice video recap of Maryland's Midnight Madness event last Friday
– You'd be very intrigued to see which programs have amassed all-time records below .500 (I'm looking at you Clemson and Ole Miss)
– Minnesota Lynx (Yup, I'm going WNBA on all y'all) head coach Cheryl Reeve summoned her inner-Bobby Knight during last night's WNBA Championship game. Yes, I am telling you to click this link and voluntarily watch a WNBA video
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When did Marcus Lee ever commit to IU? There was mutual interested, but if I am correct, he never visited the campus.
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