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I am very intrigued about Niners thoughts on Kaep..
Every fantasy expert says Kaep is a must start.. However there's a difference between Smith (real life QB) & Kaepernick (fantasy QB) You guys will tread water with Kaep... But if he continues to look the goods, any thoughts of him as the guy of the future. |
I can't see I'm that impressed with the guy. He had some good throws for some nice yards, but he sucked for the first part of the game, and after that had quite a few 3 and outs. Failed to see wide open Williams, which would have been a TD pass...too many mistakes. Alex kicked their asses after that first horrible drive, 7 of 8 for 72 yards and a TD, with concussion. Definitely much better performance than Kaep. Kaep is a good backup, just because of his running, and that's about it so far. I wouldn't feel relaxed next Monday if I knew Kaep will start.
Is Kaepernick warming to you? I kind of wanna do my "I told you so" dance But I won't Kind of happy that I was right. This was Al Davis guy that he wanted to QB his team. But Harbaugh moved up in the 2nd round and selected Kaepernick and we had to settle with a easily fillable position in LG/C with Wiz Jr |
I'm actually still confused about it. Far from being happy. Yeah, we won...but what were we doing with Alex at the QB? What was wrong with QB who is first in league in completion percentage, 3rd in pass rating, etc?
Kaepernick supposed to be more dynamic, with deep ball that is going to be a game changer...and yet, last night, the longest throw he made was about 20 yard pass to Walker. Other big gains were short passes that Manningham and Walker made a big play. Further, he played last week good defense in Bears, but that defense didn't have O from offense then, and it was easy to get them tired, when they are staying all day on the field. And still, he had quite a few non progressing drives. Last night, we played the worst defense in the league, and had it not been for our D, that stopped Brees and took 2 to the house, we would have lost, I'm sure of that. So, that "Golden Boy" as media is making him to be, did nothing more than what Smith was doing (I would argue that Smith is better still, cause guy had two incomplete passes in his last two games, and he played with a concussion, and scored a TD). Offense had two good drives last night, other was defense. He won't get that every week. And titles like that are doing 49ers no favors, actually, the opposite. 49ers weren't the losing team, in a need of a savior, and everything is being made like that is the case, quite forcefully. Teams will gameplan for Kaep, and I can't see him being the game changer. His reading of defense didn't make me feel comfortable, he looks (and stares) in his first option, and if it's not there, he looks to run. Good defenses will stop that. And he managed to throw one INT staring like that. So, it wasn't him who won the game, it was the D. If the D didn't step up, Niners would got themselves a loss, for no good reason, but just for the sake of letting kid play, cause he had one good game, against a team that fell apart. What is impressive in a game where you throw for 1 TD and 1 INT? Or in pass rating of 90, which is lower than Alex's average...or actually, anything else that he did? If Alex played game like that, it would have been said that he was a game manager, and if it was not for the defense, that Niners would lose. And that INT would be mentioned quite a lot. Oh, and remember that Kaep got saved by Moss on that pass to endzone, which would have been a pick 6, if Moss didn't toss Jenkins to the ground. So, no, I'm not thrilled, I just feel bad for Alex, who did nothing wrong to lose his job. I would never want to lose my job the way he did. It is very unprofessional, the way it was made...you switch QBs when they are not delivering, or when you are losing...which wasn't the case here. I'm afraid it will come back to bite Harbaugh and his inflated ego on his ass. He was good, but I'm starting to question some decisions he made. Just to name a few, so it doesn't look like it's because of Smith: giving money to Jacobs, Ginn...and not to Costanzo, and now our ST is suffering, and Jacobs didn't play until last night. Ginn was benched. Then you have A.J. Jenkins, and LaMichael James who haven't seen the field, and they were high picks. And this QB experiment might tear the locker room...and all that for nothing. For now, we are winning still, and that's good. But I'm far from impressed by the way things are handled. Too many players are starting to speak of their unhappiness, and then denying it, when asked about it. I guess we'll just have to wait and see. |
Yeah there's no questioning the San Francisco D played a major part in that win.
But I don't know if you watched the gme, but the broadcasters made mentioned that Kaep was responsible for the longest drive of this season. 91 yards and multiple clock eating minutes. I'd say Alex Smith is a poor man's Kaep. He just can't make the throws that Kaep can and is a little slower then CK. Smith still a very servicable QB who has now replaced CK as the best backup in the league. |
Man QB Rating is one of the most overrated stats when you are asked to judge a rookie/sophamore. That Interception he had, It was a bonehead move. The snap got muffed and he should of tossed it to the sidelines. Jim Harbaugh is a great QB Coach, He will ingrain into Kaeps mind not to make that throw. Anyways, Kaep is by far further down the development chain in year 2 then Smith is (& did Smith not start from day 1?) I am excited for where Kaep can take this team, Do you want a Trent Dilfer type QB in Alex Smith who manages a Offense on the back of a bonafide Defense, Or do you want the 6 foot 6 athlete in the mould of Aaron Rodgers who can kill a team with his feet or his arm? |
I watched the game. That eating minutes thing could off came to bite them on their ass, if Saints played a bit better on offense, or 49ers D played like it did prior to this match.
I don't see actually one thing, aside from that big arm thing, where is Kaep better than Smith. He is a bit faster, which is not so drastic. Comparing Smith to Dilfer is something that analysts who don't watch the games tend to say. Smith is a far better athlete than Dilfer was, ans he is better than people give him credit for. That big play ability you talk about was nowhere to be seen last night. The biggest play came off the 3-5 yard pass to Manningham. He did absolutely nothing that would make me think, WOW! Or that Alex couldn't do it. It was the same gameplay as for Smith, short passes, to intermediate ones. If it was Smith you would say that it was dink and dunk game. I remember last season even where you would say after Smith had a similar game to this one, that he is not a good QB, or a starting one. I don't see where are all the double standards coming from. Alex is not the best backup, Alex was the top 3 QB in the league when he got benched. If you don't look just at the numbers of yards. That says more than anything else. You bench a guy that took you to the conference finals for the first time after '98, the guy who was playing pretty damn good football this season, for no good reason. I'm not buying that thing about the injury. That leaves a bitter taste in the mouth. I reckon that most of the guys might think now that they can be easily replaced if they get injured for a while, or even for no reason. That's how you start ruining your locker room atmosphere. And for the record, it's plain lame to compare Smith's rookie season, to Kaep's situation now. Smith came into the league when the 49ers were the worst team, by far. And he had pathetic OL, and no playmakers. I would even say that Rodgers would be in the same situation as Smith is now, if he was the 1st pick then. He played through 3rd degree shoulder separation that he earned playing for this team, he never said no...and this is our thanks to him. **** that...I'm ashamed by the way he was treated, he definitely didn't deserve this BS, after all he did this and last year. |
It is not about if Smith did something wrong. Kaep was clearly targeted to be the future QB when he got drafted. I like Smith, but I don't feel sorry for him. He was playing well, but from watching the games he was too conservative at times. It is good when you have the lead, but when you don't, it's hard to win. I think Kaep is the clear choice for the future, and that doesn't mean Smith was disrespected. He is still a member of the team and they are handling his situation with class in my opinion. They haven't thrown him under the buss. They still support him verbally, but reality is that Kaep has played better in situations where they need to be aggressive.
I don't know why there is so much fuss about Smith coming off the bench. He is still an intergral part of the team and is getting paid handsomely for it. "Hard Work Beats Talent, When Talent Doesn't Work Hard"
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I don't buy that...it's nonsense to me. You offered him a new three year deal to be the starter, if you didn't want him to be that, why sign him at all, if you believe Kaep is ready.
And to be honest, I don't see what was that aggressive thing that Kaep was doing. The playcalling was as conservative as it was was Smith, and he played exactly as Smith did. Not a single different thing, then his willingness to run after checking the first target. If you check the stats, you would see that he is even in the small game sample still worse than Alex. So I don't get where this impression of Kaep is coming from. Everything is being blown out of proportion by the media, and people are buying it. And the reality is something completely different. Kaep did not outplay Alex, and we didn't see anything that would guarantee that he is better, now or in the future. I gave the reasons for why he was good, Bears didn't have offense and their defense was on the field all game, and Saints' offense is the worst in the league...and he still didn't do anything spectacular. The best game of the year by our D gave us the win...and all the talk in the media is about Kaep. Not fair to those guys on D that worked their butts off all game. I'm quite sure that nobody wouldn't mention Smith if he played that game and had those stats. Man, media and marketing can do wonders. Remember all those hypes about Tebow, Sanchez...before them Leinart (don't even wanna mention JMR, cause it's too painful for some here). And he is being thrown under the bus, he signed to be the starter...I'm quite sure that a guy like Alex isn't playing just for the money. He took less before to play for the 49ers. He wanted to finish something that he started, the team that he turned around (with HC), and he gave us a win against the Saints last year in the PO, when Brees actually had a great game, unlike last Sunday. We were fumble away from the Superbowl. If that's not indication that Smith can take us there, I don't know what is. Definitely it's more of a sure thing to bet on a guy who didn't even play 5 games, let alone a PO game, take you to the Superbowl. Yeah...c'mon man. |
First off, none of it matters now because there is no going back at this point. I would have liked to see Alex get the start against the Saints and Harbaugh call an aggressive game plan, and we finally see if he has it in him. But, none of that matters anymore because I think you have to stick with Kaep at this point and release Alex (maybe get a 5th rounder for him?) after the season.
Guy, I think the problem with your argument here is having the assumption that the FO and coaching staff felt like Kaep was ready. I know you follow the 9ers as close as I do, so I'm sure you've heard a lot of the dialog about how the 9ers weren't pleased with Kaep's lack of progression. Harbaugh seemed unhappy about Kaep's remarks about being the season-opener starter. Let's also keep in mind that the 9er's haven't been sold on Alex once since that NFC Championship game ended and that the pursuit of Peyton was very real and came very close to happening, regardless of what Harbaugh says. I agree with you that Alex shouldn't have been bench so soon and that he hasn't done anything to lose his job. I am an Alex supporter, but with that said, I think our ceiling is higher with Kaep. I don't believe that because of the popular belief that he'll get the ball down field more than Alex due to arm strength or better long-range accuracy. I believe Kaep is the better option because of his ability to escape pressure and that ability gives the receivers more time to get open and plays more time to develop. You had to of been impressed with the way he eluded pass rushers in the Bears and Saints games. Kaep was only sack twice during the Bears game, despite being under pressure the entire game and I can recall at least 3 plays where he escaped the sack where Alex would have gone down. The Saints game was even more impressive. They threw the kitchen sink at him thinking that they'd rattle his cage - didn't happen. You know how many times he was sack in that game? Zero. Alex would have given up at least 3-4 sacks. Let's face it, our oline is good, but it isn't the best at protecting the QB - I don't know where all of these pundits getting that the 9ers have the best oline in the league from, because it sure doesn't look that way when it comes to pass protection. Run game? Yes, I don't think it's even a question. For better or for worse, Kaep is our guy. Yes Alex did not lose that NFC Championship game, but that is not what is in question here and that argument is getting really old really fast. What I question is, if we had Kaep in that game playing like he is now, do we give up the 3 sack we surrendered to that amazing pass rush? Does Kaep get us a couple of extra 1st downs so it never comes down to our backup return man muffing and fumbling kicks? |
I see that point, and that is the only thing I would say he is better at. Though, it's a small sample, I don't think he will maintain that for a long time. Bears' defense was getting tired, so they couldn't press him that much, and Saints really are bad D. I think he had luck in his first two games...we shall see in the future. Also, teams didn't know for who to prepare, they will now, and they will exploit Kaeps shortcomings, and he has quite a few. So, we still don't know ish about Kaep, but we hang everything on him.
And even if Alex took more sacks, we still managed to win those games, didn't we? He had other ways to make things happen, it's not just running away from the pressure that makes you a QB. Alex is far more intelligent, and I think we will just need to wait and see how Kaep will read defenses when they start closing down on him, and he can't find a place to run. All I'm saying is that we didn't look bad with Alex, and we didn't need to pull the trigger this soon, and for no reason. Kaep didn't even play in the POs. You don't fix what's not broken. Now you're gonna have players divided in the locker room, and also, they will start asking themselves if they are gonna lose their roster spot if they get injured, or if they are even going to play as hard as they did, cause of the fear of getting injured. A lot of questions is being raised, and that single answer we got, I'm not sure it's an answer based on that sample...two games. We shall see... |
I've heard that the locker room has been divided all season as some players felt that Kaep was our better option. I'm not buying the divided locker room as a factor. There is no doubt that Alex is a smart guy, and most likely smarter than most NFL players - he got a 40/50 on the Wonderlic, which is good - Kaep got a 38 though... But there is so much more to playing QB in the NFL - Farve was smoke by Alex on the Wonderlic, and I don't think anyone is arguing that Farve is all that bright (see "Farve junk mail", lol), but you'd be insane to not take Farve over Alex.
I see your point and I'm not saying that I disagree, but there is no turning back now. I think it's far better that all of this happens now, with several week for Kaep to get out any jitters that a young QB may have, instead of Alex getting hurt or losing favor closer to (or in) the post season. We are fortunate to have two good options under center and if Kaep is just a little better than Alex (or even just as good), we have two good QBs with starts under their belts in case of injury. The 9ers probably have the best QB situation in the league, because if one goes down, we don't lose much. |
If Alex Smith's feelings are hurt, he can go cry into the $49.5 million they paid him from 2005 to 2010. 6 years where he accomplished absolutely nothing and got paid like the franchise. If he'd held the job down for the most part during his first 8 years in the league, would there even be a QB controversy? Would the Niners have drafted Kaep if Alex was playing like the checks he was cashing?
Seriously. I realize he had an emotional resurgence last year - including some ra-ra playoff moments, he's been a different QB under Harbaugh, and he's an overall likable/nice guy. But whatever happened to the expectations of the #1 overall pick? Why isn't anybody concerned that he might revert back to the nutless squirt gun he was before Harbaugh and Roman made him look like an NFL quarterback? Colin Kaepernick is a greenhorn rookie; he had less than 10 snaps outside the Wildcat before Alex got hurt. And, already, he's outperforming Alex Smith while adjusting to a starting role midseason after being fully groomed for backup duty. If Kaep had training camp and all the 1st string practice that Alex had, this wouldn't even be a discussion. It's not just about the arm; it's about big plays in general. Kaep is green, sure, but hes got the wheels, hes got the cannon, he's got the balls, and by god he's got the swag. Compare Alex Smith's first 2 seasons to Colin Kaepernick in 3 games. I'm sorry, but I have no sympathy for Alex Smith or the mistaken notion that you automatically keep your starting spot when you return from injury. The Niners were already an A+ defensive team. Kaep opens up the play book and gives them the potential to be an A on offense as well... Something Smith just doesn't have in him. GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS DIE HARD |
Whoa...hit the breaks a bit.
So, now you're going to place the blame on Alex for earning as much money as he did? Really? Bradford is in the same situation, yet the Rams are not treating him like Alex was for all of his career. You are just using the numbers to put in the perspective that you are comfortable with, yet the truth is far away from that black and white thing, as you present it to be. 1. Alex didn't play all of those 8 years. His first few seasons were with one of the worst teams I have ever seen in the NFL, non existent O line, no playmakers, terrible coaches...etc. Speaking of terrible coaches, he had one that called him out for not being tough enough and wanted him to play inured, so when he did play, with 3rd degree shoulder separation (thanks to that great team he had, like Kaep does now, right?) he was being dissed for his bad game. Wow, real classy of Nolan. Than you have a complete moron when it comes to offensive side of the game in Singletary, and I don't even wanna go in that plethora of O coordinators and how bad they were, let alone the fact that they changed more than we change underwear. 2. Put Rodgers in Smith's situation when he entered the league, and I'm sure the situation wouldn't be much different. A lot of things in professional sports depend on timing, and whether you will let the kid play at the right moment is one of those timing things. Heck, Peyton Manning would have struggled in that team 49ers had in 2005. 3. And, like I said, I don't know what you guys saw in Kaep in those game he played, which is incredibly small sample, but he didn't outplay Smith. It's not just my theory or such, just check the stats. Check how many long balls he through. He has advantages over Smith, but also he has things in which he lacks. Smith in more games has better numbers than Kaep in two, and yet, I need to be convinced that he was lights out. Why? How? By defense scoring two TDs and giving us the win over Saints? Take that Brooks' pick 6 away, and we start the second half really differently. Kaep was scared of not making a mistake after that pick, you could see that, and it was weight off his shoulders when they didn't capitalize on that. And that penalty Moss made on Jenkins would have been a pick 6. I don't know why, but for some reason people are neglecting all of the bad things, and there have been a lot. The point is, had the defense not scored twice, we would have lost. The biggest negative about Smith was that he couldn't outgun high scoring teams like the Saints, and he did, in the POs, and now, it's all fine when Kaep didn't do that, but the defense did score twice to win us this one? That's textbook double standards. It's not about sympathy, it's about treating someone the way he deserves. Alex didn't play bad, if he did, and Kaep won us the games, sure, fine, no need to feel bad for Alex, he had more than one shot. But now, that he is doing all that was expected of him when he was drafted, after all he's been through with this team, and finally got back on track...it's just lame. And I'm sure players also feel that, some of them, at least. And you just can't compare Alex's first season, and Kaep's now, you just can't. You sanity should tell you that. We shall see about Kaep, I don't wish him bad, he's a good kid, nothing of this is his fault, he is just taking advantage of the situation. But, many were jumping on Hill's, O'Sullivan's nuts after the first few games, just for the sake of not watching Alex play, and were so blind to their mistakes, that it needed so much time to realize how wrong they were, I'm just saying that it could easily happen with Kaep...2 games is noting, and those 2 were not nearly as close to impressive as people and media are making it to be. See how many games like that, and how many better games than those Alex had this and the last season. In the end, we can agree that we don't agree. I don't think Kaep is better than Alex, especially not after few not so great games. And I'm just being cautious, cause he might easily fall, when teams prepare for him. I just don't jump that easily on bandwaggon I guess. Anyway, I will eat crow if I'm wrong. But take notice that I didn't say Kaep is bad, I just said that he is overrated just by playing to a bit over standard games, and that I'm not sold on him. |
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What's the deal with "anti-aging" foundations? Are they? And why and how?
Do I want cream, liquid, minerals, powder, cream/powder. . .? Honestly I don't know what I want. I want results. Is that too much to ask? Every other product in my repertoire is absolute perfection from my treatment creams to my creamy blush, but not my foundation. Never.
I've tried scores of brands from Chanel and Dior to L'Oreal and Cover Girl. One of my French friends swears by Cover Girl and has me bring it back to her from the States.
What I'm basically saying here is Help (!) Please tell me your favorites and why so I can move on. Truly I have many, many more important things to address at the moment and I'm just embarking on my magnesium cure so I have a lot on my mind.
Merci par avance. I'm off to Paris. It's bitter cold.
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You may want to try Chantecaille Future Skin foundation. I think it's fantastic!
Chicago - February 1, 2012 at 2:43 PM
- déjà pseu said...
I just last week switched to the Bobbi Brown foundation stick (in a tube, like a big lipstick) and am loving it! Still need just a little powder to combat shine on the nose, but I love the combination of sheerness, buildable coverage and easy application. You can carry it with you for touchups. I don't need a separate concealer with this, just dab on a little extra where I need it.
- February 1, 2012 at 2:47 PM
forget the foundation, period.
try laura mercier's tinted moisturizer (on top of your regular moisturizer). it's sheer and you can add more if it is too sheer.....and then, laura mercier or bobbi brown concealer. your skin will glow and not be 'bogged down' by heavier products. - February 1, 2012 at 2:53 PM
- Fashion, Art and other fancies said...
I don't use foundation. I use an excellent cream, a spot of loose powder, a spot of blush and I'm good to go.
- February 1, 2012 at 3:00 PM
- webb said...
I quit foundation and went to minerals. First, the expensive ones and then I discovered bronzer. I use that all over, then more blush if necessary. (All over good moisturizer, of course!) It's frustrating, tho.
- February 1, 2012 at 3:09 PM
- Martha said...
I like the Laura Mercier oil free tinted moisturizer followed by LM translucent powder. Never found anything I just love....it seems that most foundation just ages the look of my skin.
- February 1, 2012 at 3:17 PM
- vicki archer said...
Laura Mercier tinted moisturiser all the way... xv
- February 1, 2012 at 3:44 PM
- kathy peck said...
Giorgio Armani makes a great lightweight one, that is very sheer, but evens out your skin tone. I also like Chanel's. I find myself using the cream one in a compact with a sponge, and I just use it on certain areas that I need it, not all over.
What cream blush do you use? - February 1, 2012 at 3:44 PM
- LPC said...
If you have coloring similar to mine, which I think might be the case, almost all foundation is just this. Too Yellow. And when you find one that is Blue enough, it's too pale. So what I do is wear the Blue Too Pale version that Sisley makes, apply it lightly, and wait for the ghostly effect to fade. Which is does.
Otherwise I too wear LM Tinted Moisturizer, since the Too Yellow problem isn't as severe with less pigment:). - February 1, 2012 at 3:45 PM
- Charlotte said...
I alternate Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer and Bare Minerals mineral foundation. I like the mineral powder when the weather is warm and humid, because anything else feels too greasy. The tinted moisturizer is great when it is winter and I need the extra moisture (I wear it over my Eucerin day creme).
- February 1, 2012 at 3:50 PM
- Joni said...
After trying Bobbi Brown's foundation stick (too thick & tacky feeling) and also her liquid skin foundation (too pricey @ $46), I am now using Revlon's Age Defying foundation. I find it's coverage and consistency excellent and at a good price point - around $10.
- February 1, 2012 at 3:56 PM
- andiamo! said...
I can't say enough about le métier tinted moisturizer--- I do not love the price but it contains sunscreen and retinol. I love the look plus the added benefits!!!
- February 1, 2012 at 4:01 PM
Ha! I know exactly what you mean: you cannot find the right colour,a nd you also have to deal with the formula. Too thick, too runny, too pasty, too cloying, too oily or too dry. It is enough! I have been using Chanel's Vitalumiere Aqua. It is something between a tinted moisturiser and a foundation. Lovely formula, and many choices for colour, but you must try it on. It does tend to oxidise a bit, so one or a half shade lighter would probably work. They offer a yellow toned line, or a pinker one. Great if you can find the right shade. After this, a light dusting of Chanel's finishing powder in the oilier areas helps to complete the look. I don't know if it is perfect for me, but it is the best I have found yet.
It is hard to find a good foundation. - February 1, 2012 at 4:03 PM
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- February 1, 2012 at 4:12 PM
- SarahBeyond said...
Echo the raves for Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer (which also has a decent SPF). Perfect for day time. When I want a more polished, sophisticated evening look, I reach for Georgio Armani Fluid Sheer -- gorgeous!
- February 1, 2012 at 4:26 PM
- the golddigger said...
I have worn foundation exactly once in my entire life. My sister, who got the makeup/accessory/style gene in our family - it must be highly recessive - did my makeup for my wedding. She applied the foundation and it looked like - well, me, only better. I have tried to replicate her work but have never been able to do anything but put beige streaks on my face.
- February 1, 2012 at 4:32 PM
I use LM foundation, which I usually pick up at Sephora, but I credit the wizard at Neiman Marcus for finding my perfect shade. Key to my happiness with this product, however, is Sonia Kashuk's blending sponge. Tapping the product onto my skin, rather than smearing it around (even with a brush), makes a huge difference.
- February 1, 2012 at 4:39 PM
- Catherine Robinson said...
I haven't worn foundation for sometime now...because like you I could never find the right one, regardless of price...now I just wear Clarins Radiance-Plus Golden Glow Cream Gel all year round love it! Not forgetting moisturise, moisturise, moisturise!!!!
Hope you find one Tish.
xx - February 1, 2012 at 4:40 PM
- sanda said...
I can SO identify with your post today. I have the same problem and keep buying. hoping to find the perfect foundation. The best I've found is Lancome Regenerie because I keep coming back to it. It seems Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer is a favorite among your followers. Have never tried that brand, but find I need more coverage than a tinted moisturizer provides.
- February 1, 2012 at 4:48 PM
- Pam @ over50feeling40 said...
I began to like foundation when I started using primer...it made a huge difference. So now I use primer and Cover Girl foundation with Olay in it!
- February 1, 2012 at 5:00 PM
- hostess of the humble bungalow said...
Eminence mineral foundation is light has an SPF and blends in so easily I feel like I am wearing nothing at all. If you have areas that need more coverage just sweep the brush over a second or third time and it covers brilliantly and still looks like healthy natural skin.
Bon chance! - February 1, 2012 at 5:01 PM
- sisty said...
You took the words right out of my mouth, and I've tried 'em all. Serge Lutens powder foundation, Jane Iredale mineral foundation, millions of things from the drugstore. The only one I like is Giorgio Armani sculpting foundation, but only when I'm going for that full-makeup look, which is rare.
Besides, I hate the way they make my face feel, all of them. - February 1, 2012 at 5:21 PM
Don't like much in the way of foundation so I use Trish McEvoy
Even Skin, which is a product like no other. It is thin, almost like water, and it does not cover but blends. I use only a tiny bit and find that it leaves me looking very, very natural--but better. Great product. Also good: Jane Iredale Mineral Compact. Comes in a ton of colors and only need on t-zone. - February 1, 2012 at 5:23 PM
- Rockelle said...
I use Lancome's tinted moisturizer, Imanance. After turning fifty I found all my foundations looked thick and heavy. I tried this and love it. It is SPF 15 and really evens out my skin and looks dewy and natural. After reading the comments here, I think I will give the Laura Mercier a try.
- February 1, 2012 at 5:37 PM
- Susan G said...
I use Jane Iredale's PurePressed Base, a pressed mineral powder in a compact. I apply it with a kabuki brush. Result: light, weighless coverage. It can be layered if and where necessary. Love this stuff.
- February 1, 2012 at 5:53 PM
- The enchanted home said...
Don't wear foundation on a regular basis but when I do really like Stila illuminating foundation,it gives my skin a soft glow, its also very smooth and not at all heavy. Of the ones I have tried..this is by far my favorite!
- February 1, 2012 at 6:02 PM
I wear foundation everyday (skin prone to acne, redness, etc.I'm 50) and have tried numerous ones... All of the above. Now the best one - real cheap, need only a small amount, and that gives perfect results all the time - Maybelline Dream Liquid Mousse! Who would have thought?
- February 1, 2012 at 6:31 PM
- Mean Mama said...
Mmmm--I see no one here has tried the Korean "BB" creams. They are tinted moisturizers with SPF and other treatment qualities. You pat a bit on and voila! Moist, healthy--and lightly tinted. I use Missha #23 . . .
- February 1, 2012 at 6:34 PM
I switched from minerals to Christian Dior Teint Fraicheur. It is sheer but evens out the skin and looks great all day. I apply it with my fingers, evens it out with a small make-up sponge and after I have applied all my makeup, I spray my face with Avène Thermal Spring Water. It makes my face look more fresh and radiant and sets the makeup.
- February 1, 2012 at 6:41 PM
- BigLittleWolf said...
I am in the same boat, and find it gets harder as I get older. No foundation achieves the look I might like, though there was an airbrushing sort of Dior powder that I had "done" at the makeup counter once. Delightful!
But I know myself - surely not something I would do on my own.
I wind up grateful for decent genetics, and resorting to moisturizer and a little blush, my usual Dior & Chanel eyes, a dab of gloss, a hint of perfume... and it's all done in 5 minutes or less. - February 1, 2012 at 6:50 PM
- Lorrie said...
I wondered if this was just MY problem. I'm relieved to see it isn't. I have tried all sorts of foundations with varying results. I now don't wear any at all. Moisturizer and sometimes a sweep of mineral powder, but that's it. I focus my attention on my eyes and lips. My skin is pretty good although I wish I could get rid of the dark circles under my eyes.
- February 1, 2012 at 6:58 PM
I wear Bare Minerals (the newer matte version has a bit more coverage than the original, but both are excellent) followed by their Clear Radiance and a touch of their finishing powder. It's actually improved my skin over time, and made me wish I'd never worn liquid foundations at all.
- February 1, 2012 at 7:20 PM
- Tish Jett said...
Oh my, you are terrific far, far better than any fashion magazine article where -- and I speak from experience -- all products are sent to the publications as freebies to the editors and then there is that pesky advertising aspect to be taken into account when one reads the reviews.
Your comments are great. Now I must "absorb" if you pardon the expression. I'm very excited about the prospect of for the first time in my life actually finding a foundation, or tinted moisturizer, that makes me happy and makes me look better, dare I say lovely?
Merci, merci. I'll keep you posted.
xo - February 1, 2012 at 10:47 PM
- Blue Jeans Girl said...
I just received my Sephora order containing Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer and it's very sheer, doesn't cover every little spot, but somehow adds a lovely glow that has been commented on in a good way.
- February 1, 2012 at 11:31 PM
- Lost in Provence said...
As a redhead, I really need to wear something or the redness in my skin shows through too much. On a recent photo shoot I asked the makeup artist what her favorite was "Bobbi Brown!" she nearly shouted out uncategorically and it is true when I was acting and needed coverage, that is what I used. Lately, I have tended towards a tinted moisturizer but realize that isn't really cutting it. By chance, a dear friend gave me Dior Nude and I like it a lot but with a primer. I also think that Giorgio Armani should not be underrated (Pat McGrath, hello) and have had good experience with it too.
- February 2, 2012 at 12:16 AM
Can't believe so many other people have trouble with foundation too! I've almost given up as I feel that it makes me look older. I occasionally use a little Bare Minerals to even out a few places--not all over. Most days I just use Cindy Joseph's marvelous Boom Stick (which I think I read about on Deja Pseu's blog). It's not a foundation but gives me a little color and is always just right.
- February 2, 2012 at 12:16 AM
- Pearl said...
I agree with Sanda: Lancome's Regenerie is the best I've found for color range, lightweight but thorough coverage. I spent about 2 months field testing everything (I recommend starting at Sephora: they gave me tester-sized samples of everything I asked for! free!) I also recommend Make-Up Forever: same deal, just a little too yellow for me. I wear very light shades, and light colors get yellowy or ashy or peachy very easily. Both Lancome and MU4E did not with great formulas.
- February 2, 2012 at 12:44 AM
- mady9454 said...
Hi Tish,
Thanks for asking the question! Seems that I am not the only one with issues!!!
I may have to go to Sephora and try out some samples.
Mary Ann - February 2, 2012 at 1:36 AM
- Joni said...
Primer! I forgot to mention primer. It makes all the difference in the world with foundation. I use it in key areas (for me) like under my eyes and also nasolabial folds. I intially used Photo Finish by Smashbox but found that anti-chafing powder-gel by Monistat worked exactly the same (pretty much identical ingredients)but for the fraction of the cost.
- February 2, 2012 at 1:51 AM
- Mean Mama said...
It is virtually unheard of that I check back on a blog to see what the comments have been, but this is a subject dear to my heart as well! Powder formulas leave me looking like The Cryptkeeper, liquids settle in pores strangely, etc.--AND I SEE I AM NOT ALONE!
If you have never used a tinted moisturizer, the Mercier one is very good--comes in shades and in an oil-free version as well. Personally I like the one from Urban Decay better, as I don't get as shiny.
But for winter, I strongly prefer the BB creams--for once I don't look half bad! - February 2, 2012 at 1:52 AM
- FOODalogue said...
ha, ha...if I didn't know better, I would swear I wrote this post! I could never find the right shade. For the past couple of years I was satisfied with a mac cream foundation but just recently picked up Lancome Teint Miracle which I'm liking.
I agree with the others. Primer does make a difference in application and staying power. - February 2, 2012 at 1:55 AM
I feel your pain! I am anxious to hear what the other ladies recommend.Thanks for the post... you ROCK!
- February 2, 2012 at 2:08 AM
- Hey There Carole! said...
Tinted moisturizer.
- February 2, 2012 at 2:24 AM
- Seishin said...
I love Dr. Denese tinted Defense Day Cream SPF30 during the summer and in the winter I love (the only foundation I've ever said this about)Lancome Paris Teint Idole Ultra
- February 2, 2012 at 3:40 AM
- 24 Corners said...
Fabulous post, and I too, am so glad to see that I'm not alone in this area! I've been using Dermalogica's foundation mixed with their tinted moisturizer for years and even though I love the feel of it...I've never been to happy with their shade offerings...to grayish/yellow, but none the less better thann others I've tried.
I'm looking forward to giving some of these commented options a go!
xo J~ - February 2, 2012 at 4:09 AM
- Katherine said...
I like Diorskin powder foundation...but I don't use it too much, so I'm not an expert :)
- February 2, 2012 at 5:04 AM
- Debora said...
I used to use Clarins but have switched to Covergirl Advanced Radiance. Its less expensive and works well for me. I think it's best on people with fair skin.
- February 2, 2012 at 6:47 AM
- Vicki Lee Johnston said...
I have used this foundation for years and it seems to fit me well - Estee Lauder Futurist in Pale Almond .. not too heavy, great colour match for me and my daughter says I look great ... good enough for me...
- February 2, 2012 at 7:55 AM
- Carol said...
l use a tiny amount of Bourjois healthy mix serum foundation that l mix with a small amount of moisturiser before applying.
There are some fantastic recommendations here.. - February 2, 2012 at 9:59 AM
Hi Tish,
I am in the same boat. I used to love Stila Illuminating Liquid Foundation in 20 Watts (Pale, medium coverage). Now I prefer Nars Sheer Glow Foundation in Mont Blanc which could be mixed with Deauville if slightly tanned.
Shocked to read that Ines de la Fressange uses L'Oreal True Match (which I haven't found a great color match for me)!
By the way, I stocked up or rather hoarded all the Eucerin Hyaluron Filler Day and Night after finding it for half the price in South Africa of all places (husband is from SA so we have a house there). I love this and I also use Retin A from reading your blog which has also made a huge improvement.
Good luck in your search! - February 2, 2012 at 11:05 AM
- Shelley said...
My current favourite (a bit below your price range I imagine) is Maybelline's Pure Liquid Mineral, in Ivory.
- February 2, 2012 at 11:13 AM
Hello Tish,
I have used Estee Lauder Futurist for years as well.
I have often been asked what makeup I use. It really is lovely. Healthy looking. Good luck.
Maggie, Australia - February 2, 2012 at 11:55 AM
- Gauss said...
I don't use foundation; I don't see the point! I use moisturizer (with SPF, of course), a bit of powder and a bit of blush. My skin is not perfect, but I'd rather show my skin than foundation streaks.
- February 2, 2012 at 12:35 PM
- Paula said...
Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation - the best foundatiom I ever had. And I tried a lot!
Worth a try! - February 2, 2012 at 1:32 PM
Yes, Tish, please let us know if you find the right foundation after all this. It is such a hard thing to find! And then when you do, they discontinue it...
- February 2, 2012 at 1:59 PM
- Tish Jett said...
Well! I had no idea. This is fantastic.
I like the idea of going into Sephora, asking for samples and experimenting at home. I think I also have problems finding someone truly knowledgeable to tell me the precise color I should be using. I'm thinking serious, professional makeup person.
Because our friend Ines claims to like the L'Oreal whatchamacallit, obviously I bought it. It went the way of all the others. Quite awful. Also the color was weird which may have been my fault or the salesperson's.
If I ever resolve the problem, you'll be the first to know.
Merci mille fois for your suggestions.
Tish - February 2, 2012 at 2:46 PM
Recommend the classic Clinque brand Balanced Foundation. Basic, light weight, even coverage and neither matte nor shiny. This brand is usually too young, but this item is age-less.
- February 2, 2012 at 3:51 PM
- Unknown said...
Try Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer. You will love it....I promise!!
- February 2, 2012 at 4:49 PM
- Grace InAZ said...
This is so ME! I have all but given up on a foundation. I loved Mary Kay until they eliminated the shade I used. Now they all make me look yellow, as one commenter already noted.
Tinted moisturizers work well enough to suit me. My eyesight also plays into the mess...I can't see well enough without my glasses to put foundation on evenly. Gasp!
What's a girl to do?
Hugs, GraceinAZ - February 2, 2012 at 5:02 PM
- Bombshellicious said...
Clarins Teint Eclat Lissant (Oil Free True Radiance Foundation) mixed with Clinique Illuminator, brilliant combination and very light. You just need a small amount of each and it gives a flawless dewy sort of finish. Took me a long while to work it out but it works for me and I doubt if I will be changing it anytime soon xx
- February 2, 2012 at 5:38 PM
- The American Suburbanite in Rural England said...
Trisha, even though I live in England I still get my makeup in the states. I started wearing Mary Kay more than 15 years ago. My sister likes it so much she began to sell it. I have changed the type of foundation over the years based on fashion trends, climate, and age. I currently use the foundation primer and the Time-wise luminous wear liquid foundation in addition to the time wise regime for skin care. Best of luck!
- February 2, 2012 at 6:31 PM
- The American Suburbanite in Rural England said...
Sorry Trish, just noticed the auto correct added an a...
- February 2, 2012 at 6:32 PM
Such an interesting discussion. For me, the greatest difficulty is finding the good color match. The texture of Chanel's Vitalumiere Aqua in BR 20 is the best I've found. I feel polished but not 'made up.' It's really worth having someone with a good eye give advice. Joyce
- February 2, 2012 at 6:52 PM
I just discovered, thanks to my daughter, Koh Gen Do foundation - LOVE it - definitely worth a try.
- February 2, 2012 at 7:55 PM
My holy grail is Benefit Some Kinda Gorgeous:
It doesn't feel like anything (very important to me), evens out my skin tone, doesn't look like foundation. I love it! I'm a former LM tinted moisturizer girl. And at almost 50, I don't think that Benefit is targeted to my demographic (based on packaging, etc.). But hey, it works.
Karen in Paris - February 2, 2012 at 9:06 PM
- Gretchen said...
Perhaps one of the issues, besides color matching, that bothers you about foundation is the "plastic" feeling that most of them give you when you get the stuff on. Even Laura Mercier's tinted moisturizer does that to me, which is really unfortunate, because it seems so close to perfect. The best I've found that feels, and looks, like skin, not plastic wrap, are Dr. Hauschka and Aveda, but I think that's only available in the states. I'm going to try LeClerc to see if it works. I used to use their face powder but now that I've more wrinkles, powder is a no-go.
- February 2, 2012 at 10:52 PM
- beyondbeige said...
I use Boots firming liquid makeup and the luminizer liquid. Not a whole lot but it looks good and I have tried EVERYTHING
- February 3, 2012 at 2:18 AM
- Connie said...
I have had good luck with Estee Lauder's foundation for actual coverage. Lately, I have been using Hope in a Tinted Moisturizer out of laziness, however. I should go back to the Estee Lauder.
- February 3, 2012 at 3:17 AM
- Pamela Terry and Edward said...
When I use it, I use Bobbi Brown. I do have a difficult time finding one light enough and the trouble is made worse by the fact that I hate to "feel" foundation sitting in my skin. Does that make sense?
- February 3, 2012 at 6:10 AM
Another vote here for Bare Escentuals Bare Minerals. Have now used it for close to 10 years and my skin improved when I quit using those liquid foundations. It has some SPF (maybe 15). I still use the Original because I'm so pleased I hate to experiment! Applying it with a Kabuki brush made it even better!!
Good luck with your searching and testing! - February 3, 2012 at 6:16 AM
- Tanya said...
My favorite is Chanel Pro Lumiere, I'm on my third bottle (and I seldom stick with one brand). It stays put and doesn't shift all day, just a couple of touch ups during the day (shiny nose problem...)
Good luck with the search. - February 3, 2012 at 7:30 PM
I used to wear Youngblood mineral foundation but it settled into my larger pores and fine wrinkles so I switched to a liquid form, Revlon Color Stay Combintion/Oily Skin. I always use primer as this facilitates a smoother, more even application and I stipple it on my face with a brush. I've never been happier with my foundation.
As far as deciphering the correct color for my skin, I learned to dab a bit on my chest where there has been minimal sun exposure. That is one's true skin undertone color and if it disappears completely where you've sampled it, you found your color match. If it seems too pale for your taste, go up one notch but not more than two. You don't want that two-toned face-to-chest thing going on! - February 4, 2012 at 7:02 AM
So interesting to read all the comments and advice. Impressed that so many are able to use only a tinted moisturiser. As an aging strawberry blonde with hair that has darkened a little (with a few white streaks - luckily under the top layers so far) and whose skin still has some residual freckles, I need something more to even out my skin tone. But like a couple of readers, I've found Estee Lauder's futurist foundation helps and can be applied lightly and then topped up with their transparent loose powder to take away shine. But when I visit Paris next will be heading for Sephora to try out some samples of other types as mentioned here. Do they sell Eucerin Hyalauron filler, does anyone know?
- February 4, 2012 at 3:40 PM
- Mrs P said...
Can I introduce you to Lisa Eldridge - she has lots of video clips on You Tube and her own blog. She is a make-up artist and her tips have revolutionised the way I do my make up, without spending a fortune - she has two videos on anti-aging and one on primer and foundation. My own light-bulb moment has been to use foundation only where it's needed ie to cover uneven skin tone, and then a good highlighter for a youthful glow
- February 7, 2012 at 3:16 PM
- Lulee said...
I also had the same dilemma and was never satisfied until I tried Armani. The texture and the color were just right.
- February 10, 2012 at 6:06 AM
- Elizabeth said...
I go between Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer and Lancome something or other. Renergie?
Have you ever seen Makeup Alley before? - February 11, 2012 at 8:34 PM
- Susan Tiner said...
Wow, I'll have to bookmark this post for tips on foundation if I ever decide to make a change.
For now I'm happy with Korres Ouercetin & Oak Concealer 02 Light, but I apply it lightly and only on trouble spots and a couple light sweeps across my cheeks, nose and chin. It blends nicely. - February 26, 2012 at 2:11 AM


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Central Illinois lake with over 11,000 water acres and 172 miles of shoreline. Lake Shelbyville has 5 federal campgrounds, and 2 state campgrounds with over 1,000 campsites from tent camping up to full hookup. There are several recreational areas with picnic areas and pavilions and 2 wildlife management areas. Three public beaches are available for swimming on the lake. The lake also hosts many launching ramps that are available for boats, and 3 marinas on the lake. Many hiking trails also encompass the lake such as the General Dacey which also includes fitness stations, the Chief Illini trail and others.
Scovill Zoo
This zoo overlooking Lake Decatur is home to animals from around the world, the Z.O.&O. Express train, the Endangered Species Carousel and the Zootique Gift Shop. Family events and activities are offered regularly.
The 200 Acres
Located in the heart of Illinois' Amish country, The 200 Acres is a working farm that features beautiful gardens, including a spectacular collection of more than 5,000 mums, and offers its heirloom seeds for sale. The 200 Acres is especially known for its more than 300 varieties of rare pumpkins, squash and gourds from around the globe that are grown right on the farm and displayed in its Great Pumpkin Patch from mid-September through October 31 every year. The on-site Homestead Bakery sells made-from-scratch goodies such as pies and angel food cake during spring, summer and fall.
9 - 11
Balloon Fest
Come and enjoy watching as these balloons are filled and then take off for various areas. Friday night there is a launch from Shelbyville, Saturday morning, they will launch from various locations. There will be a Balloon glow and basket burn Saturday night with food and entertainment. You can meet the pilots on Friday evening. Sunday morning will be another opportunity to watch. These colorful balloons will be launched daily (weather permitting) and you can watch as they fly around the Lake Shelbyville area.
Children's Museum of Illinois
Kids can shimmy up Luckey's Climber, make a giant bubble and pretend to be whatever they can imagine, from a pilot to a scientist. The museum's permanent exhibits complement temporary exhibits and projects.
Wolf Creek Lodge
Your "Cabin at the Lake," fully furnished cabins. Enjoy a peaceful, wooded country setting on over 20 acres bordering U.S. Army Corps of Engineers property. 1, 2, & 3 bedroom units include full kitchens, porches, and patios, grills, and campfire rings.
24 - 26
Findlay Walleye Festival
This yearly festival has plenty of entertainment, food and fun. The Walleye is a feature for the festival with the fish being served daily. There will be plenty of entertainment (bands), an ice cream social, fireworks on Friday (which will be moved to Saturday if there is rain), kids games, a farmer's market, tractor pull, car, truck, & motorcycle show, a 5K event and plenty more. A large parade starts at 10am on Saturday and there will be plenty of kids activities and games both days.
Amish Country Tours with ACM Tours
ACM Tours is a full service, receptive tour guide company with many special services available at no additional cost. We literally open the door to fabulous Illinois Amish Country! We are ready to assist you with meals, attractions, lodging and step on guide service. We have available trained, professional, local step-on guides who are well versed in the history, customs and folklore of this most unique part of Illinois.
Lake Decatur
The state's largest artificial body of water, Lake Decatur spans 2,800 acres, with 30 miles of shoreline offering recreational opportunities and wildlife vistas at lakeside parks and the city marina. Water sports include boating, fishing, sailing and jet skiing. While shoreline locations surrounding Nelson Park Marina offer miniature golf, dining, public gardens and picnic facilities.
FireFly Lodge
This beautiful lodge is located in the woods along the shores of Lake Shelbyville. It is 50 yard walk down a forested pathway to the lake and also a short walk to the Coal Shaft Bridge public boat launch on Lake Shelbyville. The lodge is family built and operated. Located at 916 Coalshaft Bridge Rd. right off of County Highway 11 & Lakeside Villa.
Robin Hood Woods Resort & Campground
This resort and campground has 5 Cabins and over 200 campsites located in a wooded area with water, electricity, and sewers. There is an Inground outdoor pool, 2 bathhouses, pavilion, gameroom, playground, and a store on the property. The Rental cottages and log cabins come with air, kitchens, and bath. The Nine cabins also have satellite TV. The resort is 2.5 miles from Lake Shelbyville. Open April 1st - October 31st each year. Wi-Fi Access.
13 - 15
Windsor Harvest Picnic
Come and enjoy this family-friendly festival which is in its 118th year. Entertainment comes to you in gospel, country and rock. This year's entertainment includes The Battlecreek Band, David Frizzell and Lorrie Morgan. Fountain City Amusements provides a carnival atmosphere with plenty of food as well as the Ice Cream Social. There is also a 5K run/walk, a pedal tractor pull, parade, and a raffle drawing. This year for one show only is Country Legend Marty Stuart.
9 - 11
Scarecrow Daze Festival
During the Annual Scarecrow Daze Festival, the entire city of Shelbyville is decorated with scarecrows. With a different theme every year, entrants decorate their homes and businesses to the theme. There is also a large parade on Saturday, kids' games, a beer tent, music, a quilt show, and plenty of food and crafts, in downtown Shelbyville. Held in conjunction with Touchstone Energy Balloon Fest.
Dec 26
Shelbyville Festival of Lights
Come to Shelbyville and take a drive through Forest Park as it is lit up for the Holiday season. These lights are put in place each year by volunteers and new lights and themed areas are also added. Candy Cane lane is to honor loved ones. Come enjoy the Victorian Village, Santa's Shop, the North Pole, Bethlehem, and others.
Coyote Cabins - Fishing Lair
Fishing Lair is a 2 bedroom retreat stocked with bottled water, coffee and snacks. The first night offers a crockpot dinner with fresh bread. Enjoy fishing, hiking, horseback riding, mini-golf, golf, live theatre just minutes away.
Amish Adventures & Stellar Tours, Inc
Amish Adventures will give you an up close and personal tour of the Illinois Amish culture and religion as you travel back in time along our quaint country roads with our professional and informed tour guide. To help our visitors learn more about the Amish culture, we offer a variety of tours that are customized to fit your itinerary. Tours of Amish homes, Amish farms, Amish woodworker's shop, a meal in an Amish home and a Step-on Guided Tour of the Amish countryside!
Arthur Amish Country Information Center
This visitor's center offers maps and information on the entire Amish area, including the 150 Amish craft shops that dot the countryside surrounding the village of Arthur.
Scovill House & Oriental Gardens
Serenity envelopes this intimate area, where visitors are welcomed by a Chinese Fu dog and flowering dogwoods, star magnolia, Japanese lilac, and rhododendron -- foliage native to the Orient. Originally commissioned by Guy and Rose Scovill in the 1920's and reconstructed in the 1980's, the gardens' soothing nature encompasses a small reflective point, sod bridge, and oriental sculptures, and surrounds a small cottage, which is available for gatherings and retreats.
18 - 20
Tower Hill Fall Festival
Held in the Village Park. This is the 29th year for the festival which has unique activities such as the Produce "500" which features vehicles made from produce from as small as a grape to as large as a watermelon. It also has a car and motorcycle show, garden tractor pulls, a tractor show, plenty of kids games a parade Saturday at 4:00 pm and entertainment along with the annual demo derby on Sunday.
CITY:Tower Hill
Oak Terrace Resort & Spa
The Inn overlooks a championship golf course with each room featuring a private balcony overlooking the course. Offers 37 rooms, indoor pool, and hot tub. This 3-story full service resort and day spa is a Chalet nestled in the woods overlooked Lake Beyers. With 2 fireplaces, 9 treatment rooms, nail salon, full service hair salon, hydrotherapy tubs. Oak Terrace has meeting and banquet facilities, bar and restaurant, 18-hole golf course, fitness center, Zumba classes, tennis, hiking, and boating, hotel and villa accommodations. Also houses Lakeview Spa with a full compliment of services and a Boutique. There is a 66 acre fishing lake and easy access to boat parking. Wi-Fi.
Lithia Rental Cabins
Formerly Lakeside Cabins. There are 4 cabins with full kitchenettes, screened porches, boat parking with electric. Also a 2 bedroom house, and 3 bedroom house. Campfire rings, grills, picnic tables, playground. Fishing Guide Service is available. Open April-October.
Ferrel Clydesdale Farms
In operation since 1850, the farm features a blacksmith shop and Clydesdale horses. Chuck wagon cookouts are available.


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Mac OS X:Application package
The GTK-OSX port of GRAMPS for Mac is a single, stand-alone bundle which uses the native quartz windowing system instead of X11.
Mac GRAMPS is available for both Intel and PPC Macs. OS X 10.5 (Leopard) is presently required; WebKitGtk doesn't presently work on earlier versions. The distribution page carries both a binary application that should work as soon as it is downloaded.
How to Download and run the binary GRAMPS application for Mac
File structure: GRAMPS database and settings files can be found at the following places in the Mac file system (GRAMPS Version 3.2.5 and later):
- The GRAMPS database with the user's genealogical information is stored under /Users/<username>/Library/Application Support/gramps/grampsdb.
- Setting files (ini-files) are found here: /Users/<username>/Library/Application Support/gramps/gramps32
- Start-up settings for GRAMPS (for e. g. the environment variable LANG) can be accessed through Gramps.app (generally in /Applications): Right click on "Gramps.app", select "Show Package Content" from the menu, the start-up settings are found in the file Contents/MacOS/Gramps.
Download: Select one of Intel or PPC. You'll get a download window. Once it's downloaded (it may take a while, they're 38M each), you can open the dmg (just double click on it in Finder if your browser doesn't open it automatically) and drag the Gramps application wherever you like. Once installed on your computer, it opens like any other application.
Back up your databases: If you're using Time Machine, that's already taken care of. (You do test your Time Machine backups periodically, right?) But it doesn't hurt to have a spare copy set aside before starting up a new version. If you've been using the Gtk-OSX build, version 3.2.4 or later, just copy Library/Application Support/gramps/grampsdb. (Right click/option click and select "Make a copy" from the menu. It will be named grampsdb(2).
New Version Notice: The new (3.2.4 and later) builds will default to using your Library/Application Support/gramps folder, which, if you want to keep your old database and settings, you'll need to create. Unless you've changed the location in Preferences, they're in a hidden folder in your home directory called ".gramps". Select a Finder window and select Go>Go to Folder from the menu. Type "/Users/yourname/.gramps" in the dialog box that opens up, and click on "Go". (Yes, subsitute your userid for "yourname".) The hidden folder will appear, highlighted and open. Option-drag the whole thing to Library/Application Support (the one in your home folder, not the one in your boot drive's "root" directory). Slow-double-click on the new copy so that you can edit the name and delete the '.' at the beginning to unhide it.
Language: The GRAMPS application takes per default its working language from the System Preferences - International (Languages & Text in Snow Leopard) settings. It will search the list in order and select the first one for which there is a Gramps translation. It is, however, possible to decouple the language that you use for GRAMPS from your system language setting by modifying the GRAMPS start-up settings file. Find the "Gramps.app" file (generally in /Applications). Right click (CTRL-click) on the file and select ""Show Package Content" from the menu. Open Contents/MacOS/Gramps with a text editor (e. g. XCode for syntax highlighting). Add the following two lines after the default language selection routines at line 105:
unset LANG export LANG=<locale>
For example, use "export LANG=fr_FR.UTF-8" for a French speaking GRAMPS running on an English MacOS. Save the file. Check which locales are installed on your Mac and how they are called by typing "locale -a" in the Terminal application.
For more information on language choices in GRAMPS see the following wiki page:
Links with other programs: Double clicking an image in the media reference editor should bring up Apple Preview, or a similar program, to view the image. Clicking the view button in an internet reference should bring up the URL in the default browser. Clicking the Google Maps button in the Places display should bring up the map in the browser.
GRAMPS doesn't use the X11 Mac package. It's useful to install LibreOffice, Calligra (or NeoOffice, a more mac-friendly version) and Graphviz to produce reports, but they are both straightforward.
Dictionaries: The spelling checker uses MySpell dictionaries -- the same ones that LibreOffice and NeoOffice use. Unfortunately, they bury them in their application bundles, so you can find them to download here. You need to install them in /Library/Dictionaries, and you'll need to authenticate as an administrator to do so. If you have one of them installed and know how to make symbolic links from the command line, you'll find them in Contents/share/uno_packages/cache/uno_packages, scattered about in the hash-named directories. You'll need to link both the aff and dic files (e.g., en_US.aff and en_US.dic).
If something seems to go wrong
You'll find error messages in the console log, which you can view with /Applications/Utilities/Console.app
All of the known bugs in 3.1.2 have been corrected in 3.2.4 and later. There will no doubt be new ones; report them in the usual way on Mantis (instructions). When reporting what you're sure is an OSX specific bug, please set the Platform field to "mac" (no quotes, caps, or spaces!) so that I can find it easily. The 3.1.2 bugs are described at Mac gtk-osx port bugs.
GRAMPS stores all its internal data in ~/Library/Application Support. So, to upgrade a Gramps application bundle to a newer version, just throw the old application in the Trash. Make a backup copy of your data, just in case, then download the new version of the application and just use it. If you don't like the new version and want the old one back, throw the new version in the Trash and fetch the old one back from the Trash. The Gramps version is shown in Finder if you use column view; otherwise right click on it and select Get Info.
Building GRAMPS from Scratch
Building Gramps from scratch is useful to produce a version not currently available as a binary (for example, a PPC version) or to produce a complete environment for debugging and further development, including debugging of all the C libraries Gramps uses, like gtk.
This is a command-line process. It's not too difficult, but you'll be using Terminal.app, not XCode. Unfortunately, Gtk has so far resisted efforts to get it to successfully cross-compile PPC on Intel or vice-versa, so the whole process must be repeated on machines of each architecture. WebKit will not build on 10.4 (Tiger) or earlier systems, nor will it build against a 10.4 SDK. You must be running 10.5 (Leopard) or newer for this procedure to succeed!
You'll need XCode, Apple's development environment. There's a copy on your OS X distribution DVD, or you can download the latest version from Apple, though you must register as a Mac developer.
Next, read the build instructions for Gtk-OSX, especially the Prerequisites. Download and run the gtk-osx-build-install.sh script, which will set up jhbuild for you.
It's important that jhbuild is not confused by any existing MacPorts or Fink installation. For this reason, it can be convenient to create a new Mac User account and log in to that account.
If you are building for distribution, especially if you are running Snow Leopard on a 64-bit capable machine (Core2Duo, Core i5 or i7, or any Xeon) you should edit the file ~/.jhbuildrc-custom so that the call to sdk_setup looks like
setup_sdk(target="10.5", sdk_version="10.5", architectures=["i386"])
(If you're building on a PPC, you don't need to worry about this.)
If you're not familiar with using the unix command line, you might find the frequent use of "~" below puzzling. It refers to the user's home directory (mine is /Users/john; if your name is John, then yours probably is too.) You can use it that way in commands if your current directory is somewhere else.
jhbuild is installed in ~/.local/Source, and produces a binary which appears in ~/.local/bin. You'll want to add ~/.local/bin to your path:
export PATH=~/.local/bin:$PATH
Next, you'll need to get a local copy of the gramps mac configuration stuff from svn (if you already have a gramps svn sandbox, then skip this step and substitute the path to it where appropriate below):
svn co https://gramps.svn.sourceforge.net/svnroot/gramps/trunk/mac gramps-mac
That will make a current copy from the repository in your current directory, which we'll assume to be ~.
The Gtk-OSX build instructions are very straightforward, but we need to deviate from them a bit to keep from doing things more than once. Run the following commands from the terminal:
jhbuild bootstrap
Now we need to build berkeleydb:
jhbuild --moduleset=~/gramps-mac/gramps.modules build berkeleydb
And rebuild python to include the bsddb module (it will notice that we have berkeleydb and do it automatically)
jhbuild --moduleset=bootstrap.modules buildone --force python
Now we're ready to build everything else:
jhbuild --moduleset=~/gramps-mac/gramps.modules build meta-gtk-osx-bootstrap meta-gtk-osx-core meta-gtk-osx-python gramps
jhbuild by default puts everything it is building in ~/gtk (controlled by the hidden files ~/.jhbuildrc and ~/.jhbuildrc-custom ). ~/gtk/source contains the downloaded sources, and ~/gtk/inst contains the built libraries and applications. More is built than is needed in the final Gramps application - for example, the build tools are themselves built.
At this point, you can do
jhbuild shell gramps
at the command line and run gramps. Most everything will work (see the note about spelling dictionaries above).
Once you've done this once, you can generally get away with just running
jhbuild --moduleset=~/gramps-mac/gramps.modules build meta-gtk-osx-bootstrap meta-gtk-osx-core meta-gtk-osx-python gramps
to update everything that has been changed since the previous build. Most of the time nothing will have changed except gramps itself.
If you want to build the svn trunk, you can substitute "gramps-svn" for "gramps". If you want to have both installed, you'll need to set up separate prefixes in .jhbuildrc-custom; gramps doesn't version its installations, so the most recent will overwrite the previous build.
Gramps 3.3 and EXIF Editing
Gramps 3.3.0 introduced a new module, EXIF Editing, which has two tricky dependencies, which JHBuild doesn't know how to handle yet. In order to evade the persnickityness of jhbuild's dependencies, they're given as "soft" dependencies -- you have to add them to your modules list. If you don't, Gramps will still build fine, you'll just get a warning notice about Exiv2 not being installed.
The first is Boost-python, a python interface for C++ provided as part of Boost. It uses its own build system, bjam. Since jhbuild doesn't know how to use bjam, it will download the package for you, then error out. Select item 4, "start a shell", and do the following:
cd tools/build/v2 ./bootstrap.sh toolset=darwin address-model=32 --prefix=$PREFIX --with-python --cmd-or-prefix=$PYTHON cxxflags="$CXXFLAGS" cflags="$CFLAGS" linkflags="$LDFLAGS" ./bjam install
Once that's done, quit the shell and select "2" (ignore error) several times to move on to the next library, PyExiv2, which also uses a different build system, SCons. The SCons folks are bright enough to use distutils, which JHBuild can handle, so that gets built and installed for you. JHBuild will stop again after downloading and extracting PyExiv for you, so once again select "4" to start a shell and run the following:
export CXXFLAGS="$CXXFLAGS -I$PREFIX/include" export CFLAGS="$CFLAGS -I$PREFIX/include" export LDFLAGS="$LDFLAGS -lpython2.6" scons scons install ln $PREFIX/lib/python2.6/site-packages/libexiv2python.dylib $PREFIX/lib/python2.6/site-packages/libexiv2python.so install_name_tool -id python2.6/site-packages/libexiv2python.dylib $PREFIX/lib/python2.6/site-packages/libexiv2python.dylib
Quit the shell and pick "2" a few more times to move on to the next module.
The next step is to create an application bundle. You'll need ige-mac-bundler, so follow the instructions in the Gtk-OSX Wiki to download and install it.
You may need to edit ~/gramps-mac/Info.plist to update the version number and copyright information.
Now open a jhbuild shell and run the bundler:
jhbuild shell ige-mac-bundler ~/gramps-mac/gramps.bundle
You'll have an application bundle named Gramps.app on your desktop.
To make an uploadable disk image, create a folder named "Gramps-arch-version", replacing "arch" with either Intel or PPC and "version" with the current version number. Drag your app bundle to this directory. Open your build directory and copy (option-drag) the files "FAQ", "COPYING", "README", and "NEWS" to the Gramps folder you just made. Rename each to have a ".txt" extension so that they're readable with QuickLook. You might also rename COPYING to License.txt so that it's meaning is more clear to users who aren't familiar with the GPL.
Now open Applications>Utilities>Disk Utility and select File>New Image From Folder and select your folder, then approve the name and location. You'll have a dmg ready for distribution.
Good Luck!
Note: The 3.1.2 installer left out two files:


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Bring On The Dancing Horses
This is the kind of perzine that ought to be savoured over several sittings, then read and re-read. Named for one of the best songs that came out during the year I was born, and containing sixty-something half-size pages of beautifully-written non-fiction about long-distance bike trips and a month-long stay at New York City's Bowery Manor squat, Bring On The Dancing Horses is a zine about travel, love and anarchy. Might sound cliché, I know, but Shaun possesses excellent storytelling skills and manages to describe his life and politics in a way that is intelligent, thoughtful and endearing. In writing about relationships, he says, "I've heard friends say they've never felt love like that first love. I don't know how to respond. I only know that mine become more intense with each successive burst," a feeling that I can completely relate to. I'll be honest, I let myself get lost in this zine for a week or so, and it's one of numerous recent events that has really made me re-think the kind of life that I'm living. Highly recommended.
Culture Slut #25
This is the latest issue of Culture Slut. I write about heartbreak, Patti Smith, quitting drinking, participating in research studies for cash, an obsession with knuckle tattoos, and life in Montréal. Cut-and-paste, quarter-size, 30 pages. Please read it in a safe space; I had a rough year.
Hungry: A (Re)collection of Memorable Meals & Disordered Eating
What a wonderful zine from Clara, whom you may know from Little Gardens For Invalids and I've Got Strange Powers. Although illustration is her main means of expression, this zine is one of her more text-heavy efforts. Completed during a two-week residency at the Roberts Street Social Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Hungry chronicles memories of meals throughout her life – documents of disordered eating (consider this your trigger warning) as well as moments shared with friends and past lovers. It's beautiful and unique and absolutely worth a look.
Pinch Kid #1
I seriously can't get enough of this zine. Kit has a way with cut-and-paste and does some pretty adorable illustratin' as well. With a combination of some vintage typewriting and neat handwriting, Kit expounds upon their recent "deconversion" from Christianity and a newfound love of science ("Drugs or religion aren't needed to walk through the park in awe of how much we have in common with the organisms around me; all I need is a basic knowledge of biology!"), living with integrity inside and outside of the "queer community", body dysmorphia and experiences of anti-trans bigotry, confronting racism in oneself and a whole lot more. Kit asks a lot of questions in this zine, and it feels like the beginning of a really excellent conversation.
Root #6
First of all, this is one of the most amazing zine covers I've ever seen. Talk about eye-catching! In this issue, Sarah writes about her love of bicycles and a burgeoning interest in long-distance bicycling. She writes about creating the Brevets Cycling Club, designed to be welcome to cyclists of varying skills levels, and going on bike trips with these lovely people. Pages are alternately black-and-white and full-colour and feature photographs, maps and some nice cut-and-paste work. Adventure time!
Telegram Ma'am #23
"Of course the past can never change, we hear that so often we don't really think about it anymore. But what if you did think about it? Like, right now? Everything that has happened up to this moment absolutely cannot be changed no matter what." This appears on the last page of this issue and has had quite an affect on me. I am learning to finally let things go. Maranda's writing is often strong, honest and profound, and this is no exception. This issue covers a two-month stay at a mental health institution, a diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder, radical sobriety, identifying as genderqueer / genderless, their Be Your Own Therapist project and more. Featuring cover art by Clara Bee Lavery. I really can't recommend it enough.


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