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Vila INN
Guesthouse | Aleja Maršala Tita 13, Subotica, Serbia N/A
- Air Conditioning
- Car Parking
- No curfew
- Internet / Wi-Fi
- 24 hour reception
- Safety deposit
- 24 hour hot showers
- Fax
- Late check-out
- Laundry service
- Wake-up calls
- ATM / cash machine
- Internet access in public areas
- Television room
- Infant bed
Purchasable Extras
- Breakfast USD 1.80
What's Included
- Luggage Room
- Linen
- Towel
Cancellation Policy
Customers can cancel their reservation free of charge up to 2 days before arrival (local time). Payments made to HostelBookers are non-refundable.
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Earliest check-in: 13:00
Latest Check-out: 11:00
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About Vila INN
Guests can relax in our chill out rooms equipped with flat-screen TV and cable channels, wired internet, anti-allergenic pillows and covers.
Wi-fi access is also available in the reception.
Accommodation Information
Vila "Inn" has three types of rooms: single, double and triple.
Single rooms come with a comfortable single bed.
Double rooms come with double bed.
Triple rooms come with one double and one single bed.
Bed sheets and linen are provided and all rooms come with reading lights, closets and bathrooms with 24hrhot showers.
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Vila "Inn"
Aleja Maršala Tita 13
Subotica, Serbia
Vila"Inn" is quietly set in the centre of Subotica, on the popular Radijalac Promenade 300 metres from the main square. A business centre with various shops, bars and an exchange office is only 30 metres away, while a green market is within 50 metres.


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SBUX just favors reversing its session-to-session performance over the last nine years. The stock has crossed narrower regular session closing levels following 20 of its last 36 after-hours earnings events.
Looking deeper into the data, SBUX has posted an earnings-related gain 18 times, extending that move 12 times, or 67% of the time. SBUX has posted an earnings-related decline 18 times, narrowing or reversing that move 14 times, or 78% of the time.
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Ozz wins Best in Show in Grove, Oklahoma!!!
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Ozz finished 2008 by winning Best of Breed at Eukanuba
A heartfelt thank you to all the judges that have recognized Ozz during 2008
Ozz is truly a "special". Not only a beautiful dog, he is a loving, and intelligent companion.
On the Way to his Championship...
V-1 - 2007 ARV Nationals BOB over Top Ten Specials for 5 point major at 12 months Reserve Winners Dog - 2007 ARC National Specialty at 13 months 1st 12-15 Dogs Sweepstakes - 2007 ARC National Specialty Reserve Winners Dog - 2007 Colonial Rottweiler Club Specialty at 14 months Best in Sweepstakes - 2007 Colonial Rottweiler Club Specialty Winner's Dog/Best of Winners - 2007 GSRC Specialty Best of Opposite in Senior Sweeps - 2007 GSRC Specialty
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As summer comes to a close and long hot days become abbreviated and alleviated with cooler temps and sweater worthy evenings--September is here. With it, the beauty of harvest and fall is underway. Undeniably my favorite time of the year; the anticipation, the realization of another season. Nervously…… we wait. The hopes, the expectations— will it be as good as last year? Will this year bring the success of another triumph? Will we get the points and revel in great scores? It has finally arrived.
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Regular season NFL starts this week and the pigskin is finally back in action. Of course, while the football is being passed and punted on the gridiron the red zone has officially been crossed at my house. Bring on the pigment!
All wine grapes contain clear juice. Although there are a few varietals with tinted juice it is extremely rare. Red wine becomes colored or pigmented in the winemaking process. The liberated or pressed juice of black grapes are fermented in contact with the skins. Since the skins contain all the color, fermentation with the skins extracts this color to the juice and resultant wine. The skin of black grapes also contains complex elements that not only result in this pigmented juice, but imparts tannins and many healthful antioxidants.
My match-up this week includes Cabernet Sauvignon; and since it doesn't get much more pigmented than this thick-skinned varietal… well….. this pairing calls for a pepper spiked little pig of my own to mark the occasion.
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Simple, quick and delicious. This meal won't keep you away from important plays! I sprinkled the tenderloin with sea salt and garlic powder then very generously coated it with coarse ground pepper. Bake at 350 degrees until the center of the loin reaches 150 deg. Let rest for 10-15 minutes before serving. The peppery seasoned tenderloin plays off the dark fruit of the Cabernet. After Sunday's match-up this makes for incredible sandwiches to enjoy the next night...during Monday Night Football!
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Let's put my theory to the test…let the pairings begin!
Castello di Amorosa's Gioia, Rosato of Sangiovese has a bright and beautiful salmon colored hue. Serve this chilled rosé with tasty apps or a light and seasonal dinner.
Full-bodied rosé wines are a great match for terrines, pate, and Italian salumi. The fruit notes of Gioia compliment the gamey meats and the acidity provides just enough 'zip' to cut through the fattiness of these tasty selections.
Roasted red pepper hummus is a yummy app with a chilled rosé.
Olive-based tapenades with anchovies, capers and light vinegar are prolific in Italian cuisine. The saltiness of the olives is a perfect back drop for fruity Gioia.
Forget the margaritas! Salsa provides a hint (or a lot!) of spice—cool crisp Gioia with the tomatoes and cilantro atop a salty tortilla chip is delicious. Yo tengo chips and salsa!
No time to make a caprese salad..no problem. Caprese bites are a quick and easy alternative.
A favorite on the Royal Food and Wine Pairing menu, cream of tomato basil soup. A touch of cumin adds Mediterranean flair and chilled Gioia is a refreshing contrast to this warming comfort soup.
Margherita Pizza is named for the first Queen of modern Italy, Margherita De Savoia-(l85l-l926). Margherita pizza is a thin crust pizza with tomatoes, mozzarella and basil. For a peppery freshness, try it topped with leaves of arugula. Thank you Queen Margherita, you would have loved this pizza with Castello's Italian style Rosato of Sangiovese, Gioia.
Hot wings and Gioia was my husband's favorite pairing. This duo takes me back to circa 1985 ordering buffalo wings and a bottle of chilled white Zin! I was definitely on to something—fruit and spice makes everything nice!
Pasta with marinara sprinkled with Asiago and served with Gioia was a simple meal on a hot summer evening.
Research suggests that eating oily fish once or twice a week may increase your lifespan by more than two years and reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease up to 35 percent. That combined with a relaxing glass of wine and we may have found the fountain of youth! I loved the grilled smokiness of the delicate salmon meat which was complemented by the crisp berry burst of Gioia. This healthy pairing was incredible; grilled sockeye salmon from our friends at Great Alaska Seafood http://www.great-alaska-seafood.com
A cool watermelon salad tossed in cold pressed grape seed oil and light vinaigrette. Flavorful red onion and a few crumbles of feta combine for a surprising palate of sweet, salty and tangy. Castello di Amorosa's Gioia completed this palate of fruity crispness.
Kanpai! Talk about a mixed marriage! Rosé is a natural for exotic spices.
Reductions ....Simplified
The dictionary defines reduction as the act or process of reducing. This is concise and fairly straightforward. In the kitchen, reductions are equally concise and straightforward. Reducing is simply the process of thickening a liquid i.e. soup, sauce, wine etc. by heating. This slowly causes evaporation thereby intensifying the flavor of the liquid. Using a pan without a lid is preferable (which allows the vapors to escape) until the desired volume is reached.
For this segment and by popular demand (Thanks, Rose!) I am going to specifically address balsamic vinegar reduction.
There won't be much more except a note from personal experience. Reducing balsamic vinegar makes me look like a culinary genius (thanks, balsamic & heat!) and it is a great way to add richness, texture, and sweetness to savories and desserts. It elevates the ordinary.
As my grandmother said, "alla gioccia".. good to the last drop!
Ready…. set…..reduce…..
Mary Davidek C.S., C.S.W.
Ingredients; just 1. A good balsamic need not be expensive. Castello di Amorosa balsamic is delicious and affordable at $18 per 500ml.
Reduce over medium-low heat to just under a simmer; approximately 195 degrees seems the optimum temperature. Use a large pan so the vapors can evaporate more rapidly. Increase stirring as it thickens.
500 ml or 17.25 ounces reduced to 4.5 ounces in slightly more than 1 hour. Store at room temperature or refrigerate for up to one year.
The perfect complement for a caprese salad.
Baked chicken breast with balsamic reduction.
After removing the chicken from the oven, they were finished in the reduction pan which gave the chicken a delicious balsamic coating.
Berries drizzled with balsamic reduction topped with a dollop of fresh whipped cream. The acid in the berries evokes a dark chocolate note from the balsamic.
Firm cheese like Piave Vecchio or Pecorino dipped into a balsamic reduction adds just the right sweetness to these salty cheeses. The 2009 Il Brigante has a bit of Malbec which heightens the jammy notes of this cabernet blend.
This decadent dessert is a tasty surprise for the palate. Double dark chocolate gelato with balsamic reduction adds just a touch of savory. Sprinkle with salted almonds and all the bases of the palate are covered with this rich finale.
Red, White and Bleu …… Let Freedom Ring!
Red, White and Bleu …… Let Freedom Ring!
Freedom; no single word in the English language is more synonymous with America. Case in point, "Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness" is a well-known phrase in the United States Declaration of Independence as is inalienable rights which the Declaration says all human beings have been given. Even when certain 'dry" movements (prohibition 1920-1933) threatened one inalienable right, the powers that be eventually restored this right and true freedom was reinstated.
Without starting a political debate, let's just talk about the fun stuff! We have the right to eat what we like and drink what we choose. In the United States we boast more than 3,700 certified wineries and in Napa, there are more than 450 wineries in this relatively tiny valley. It is obvious happiness has been justly pursued. For the purpose of this blog and this holiday let's concentrate on a quintessentially American if not, Californian grape; Zinfandel.
Also known as Primitivo, Zinfandel is planted in nearly 15% of all California's vineyards. Many debates have ensued as to who can rightly lay claim to this popular cultivar's origination but DNA fingerprinting revealed it is genetically equivalent to Croatian grapes (which I will spare you the pronunciation of) as well as the Primitivo variety traditionally grown in the Puglia region of Italy. Eventually, this grape found its way to the United States in the mid-19th century, and became known by the name "Zinfandel". Zinfandel thrives in Napa's Mediterranean climate as well as other growing regions of California. Geographical and climatic differences are expressive and many; robust and tannic, fruity and candied, complex and aromatic.
As stated, this is about fun, freedom and the right to pursue both. This 4th of July, you will find me celebrating the red, white and blue with another red, white and bleu. Castello di Amorosa Zinfandel (Primitivo) and a yummy burger off the grill. I like 2 cheeses to top my burger, a little white cheddar for creaminess on the palate and a few bleu cheese crumbles for a salty zing. With all the usual burger suspects present and accounted for-- this red white and bleu is perfect to get you in the mood for a night of fireworks.
Happy 4th of July—Let Freedom Ring!
Mary Davidek, C.S., C.S.W.
Everything for our decadent 4th of July burgers.
Remember, on the grill or the stove--160 degrees is the safety zone for hamburger.
Castello di Amorosa's Zinfandel from Russian River Valley is spicy and fruity with hints of potpourri and dried Bing Cherries. Just big and bright enough for the Bleu and Cheddar.
Happiness pursued and achieved--enjoy with your firework spectacular!
Merlot, Part 2 - A Sideways Glance
The night of our 2010 Castello Holiday Party I was seated at a table with executive winemaker Brooks Painter. As dessert was served, a decadent Bouche Noelle, we were contemplating our next pour. No small task! Lovers of the sweet anxiously awaited the succulent Late Harvest Gewurztraminer. Tempting. However, in the corner of the rooms I saw a bottle of something red. To my delight it was the highly anticipated 2006 Castello di Amorosa Merlot. Rich chocolate goodness with Merlot? Brooks and I agreed; Yes, please! We toasted another great year and then…..Silence as we took a moment to contemplate the wine. This Merlot was stellar. Heavy intoxicating aromatics with a smooth velvety palate of bittersweet cocoa and blackberries. I asked Brooks where the fruit was sourced from as it differed from the past fruit-driven Merlots of Castello. For the 2006 Merlot Brooks brought in fruit from vineyards near the south end of the Napa Valley, closer to the San Pablo Bay and the fog that rolls in off the Pacific. Made sense. Cooler vineyard sites allow the fruit to mature slowly while maintaining structure and natural acidity. Our admiration was well-deserved as the 2006 Castello di Amorosa release was voted one of the best Napa Valley Merlots of the vintage.
Merlot: typically more approachable than Cabernet Sauvignon, more versatile with food – what's with all the bad press? (pun intended) Some of my most memorable 'wine dinners' have prominently featured this viticultural also-ran. Later that night my thoughts turned to past Merlot Super Moments. This trip down memory lane required a bit of travel.
First stop: Italy. Although not specifically known for great Merlot, a few standouts are indeed vino Italiano. Tuscany's Galatrona Petrolo and Masseto by Ornellaia are two of the finest expressions of Merlot I've had. Unfortunately price and availability can be prohibitive. For lovely lush Italian Merlot that won't break the bank, travel north to the Friuli-Venezia region. Livio Felluga produces Merlot that never disappoints. For approximately $20 this luxurious red is perfect with slow braised fork-tender short ribs and mushroom risotto…..listen closely…..those are angels singing.
Now, across the globe to South America. Chile is now the 4th largest exporter of wine to the U.S. and has 33,000 acres planted to Merlot. (2nd most planted varietal to Cabernet Sauvignon of course). I went to a BBQ last summer and brought a few bottles of one of my favorites from this exciting region; Santa Ema. This $10 Merlot has and edge and is always met with approval. Turns out this southern hemisphere bottling works great with spice rubbed grilled chicken quarters.
And back to where it all began: France. Not only is Merlot the most planted varietal in the country, in the Bordeaux region Merlot accounts for 172,000 acres planted compared to Cabernet Sauvignon's 72,000. In St. Emilion, 70% of all planted grapes are Merlot. Wines from this region, although Merlot dominant, are primarily blends; they embody elegance and restraint. Be adventurous….pick up a few right-bank'ers in the $30-$40 range and enjoy with roast leg of lamb or grilled duck breast. Two of my favorites: Chateau Monbousquet and Chateau Tertre Roteboeuf, my favorite prime roast beef wine.
I applaud and encourage all global explorations of this soft maligned varietal. In Napa Valley, where Merlot excels at higher elevations and cooler vineyard sites, this once exploited grape is being produced with new vigor and excitement.
Be adventurous and in your endeavors may you find out why Merlot is said to be the "flesh on the Cabernet Sauvignon's bones."
Mary Davidek C.S, C.S.W
Merlot, Part 1 - A Sideways Glance
I have always rooted for the underdog, drawn to the dark horse; sure things and odds on favorites need not apply…..My Dad would have said being a Dodger fan has taken its toll. And so it goes; when it comes to wines my preference also leans to the runner-up. I often pass on the popular choice and instead, opt for its viticulture next of kin. When Cabernet Sauvignon is what's for dinner, trust I will be sipping Merlot.
Not to say dark brooding Cabernet isn't tempting with its flirtatious undertones of blackberry, cassis, dark cherry and chocolate…..wait…..am I describing Merlot? Yes. In fact, on a palate chart Cabernet and Merlot are kissing cousins and easily confused. If you want to have some fun, (admittedly wine-geeky fun) invite a few friends for a blind-tasting featuring Cabernet and Merlot. Make certain the wines are of similar pedigree, bottles in the $25 to $45 price range offer worthy contenders. Castello di Amorosa's 2006 and 2008 Merlot are two of my favorite wines produced by Brooks Painter and his Castello team. Put these beauties in the lineup and even in the presence of well-seasoned palates, I predict a dead heat; a 50/50 split. In tasting panels Merlot is said to possess a softness or a roundness not typically associated with Cabernet. Why then the ridicule for this benevolent cultivar, which is, in fact, the most widely planted grape in all of France!? (Sacre bleu). Truth be told, Merlot is prolific in many regions and quite possibly this is at the root of its undoing.
Merlot could wear the banner "Just Because You Can Grow Something Doesn't Mean You Should" but we'll cover geography in Part 2. This over-abundance and plenitude eventually lead to Merlot becoming the marketing darling of the 90's. Finally a wine our thick American tongues could pronounce. (I wonder how many "peanut noyas" were ordered?) Restaurants eagerly filled their wine lockers with this fashionable red. However, this trend ran its course as the over-planted Merlot often bordered on insipid rather than inspiring and earned a "sideways" glance.
Seemingly overnight Merlot became 'persona non grata' in tasting rooms as an often quoted movie line rang through the wine country. Out went Merlot and in came the next grape of favor. (shh, don't tell me chateau Petrus!)
Well, fear not Merlot loving readers! Merlot is back with a vengeance and it's better than ever. Next I'll cover a few regions that are cultivating this classic with new vigor and excitement.
Until then, go drink some Merlot!
Mary Davidek C. S., S.W.
A Chill In The Air
This is the time of year when winemakers and vineyard managers start paying close attention to weather patterns. Although long periods of extreme cold and sub-freezing temperatures can always cause distress in a vineyard; frost is particularly damaging in the early spring. Once bud break occurs, spring frosts can kill the young shoots potentially destroying a crop. If you visit wine country in early spring you may spot a few different methods utilized by vintners in attempts to combat frost damage. Most preventative measures are expensive and vary in effectiveness, but, the financial loss of frost damage is extreme.
The least utilized and possibly least effective is burning oil in a smudge pot. The smoke and heat generated is hopefully carried over the vineyard by the wind forming a warmer protective blanket. As the heavier cold air sinks, the warm blanket of air protects the shoots.
A solution that seems just as drastic but that has actually proven viable in some vineyard locales; spraying the vines with a fine mist of water. As the water freezes it forms a protective layer of ice insulating the young shoots by trapping the heat, (think of an igloo or an ice cave). Since Napa Valley's Mediterranean climate doesn't generally dip below 25 degrees Fahrenheit, this method shows promise as it is environmentally less invasive and more economically viable. A negative for using water is fairly obvious but worth noting: you are using water, which can be scarce or completely unavailable in remote vineyards.
The most common and visually the most obvious method in use can be viewed off Highway 29 and along the Silverado Trail. What looks like windmills are actually wind machines, which move air over vineyards to keep the coldest air from settling on vulnerable, young shoots. The heavier cold air mixes with the warmer air, being moved by the wind machine, creating a slight elevation in temperature which is often just enough to ward off frost as long as that temperature is above 28 degrees Fahrenheit. However, I live close to one such wind machine and I see it as only partially effective. While it prevents frost from developing in areas directly in the path of said turbulence, my personal observation is the outlying areas are often blanketed with frost. Another fact to consider…..wind machines are essentially propellers that run on fuel so they can be expensive to run and the noise level can be extreme – especially in the wee hours of the morning when they are typically used. *yawn*
Does a foolproof solution exist? Well, if you have an opportunity when driving in the valley, look to the hills. It is rare to find any method of frost control on sloped vineyard sites. Dense cold air naturally drains off the hillsides and settles onto the valley floor quite often rendering the hillsides unaffected by frost.
In this north end of the Napa Valley we are fortunate. With the Mayacamas Mountains to the West and the Vaca Mountains to the East, some of the most prestigious viticultural land in the world has been created. Castello di Amorosa's Il Barone and La Castellana wines are crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards on Diamond Mountain, part of the famed Mayacamas range; above the fog line, drenched in sunshine and relatively unharmed by frost.
As we continue to progress in viticulture methodology one fact holds true – Mother Nature will always have the final word.
And with that my final word – Cheers!
Mary Davidek C.S., C.S.W.
Corkage Fees and BYOB – Part 2
In the last submission I covered the basics of getting your wine to the restaurant. Now, for the dedicated corkage seekers……..let's continue.
Take care of the waitstaff. Many experienced servers see a bottle carried in and mark you as a diner who is…….well……thrifty. I prefer to call it savvy. And when addressing the monetary side of it, I usually MYOB but regarding BYOB; I can't hold back. If service warrants a generous gratuity, include an additional percentage for the server to off-set their loss of a potential wine sale. I usually include an extra 5%. In a more intimate dining setting I offer the server, or chef, or other interested staff a small sample of the wine. If you frequent a particular restaurant, develop a rapport with your favorite server. A big bonus, many times the published corkage fee disappears.
When possible I patronize restaurants with lenient BYOB practices or those that do not charge corkage…..EVER! Be on the lookout for specials or promotions. One of our favorite Napa spots offers "No Corkage Mondays". Some wineries have partnered with local restaurants who offer complimentary corkage if you bring in a bottle purchased at the referring winery. Castello di Amorosa has a list of at least 20 restaurants in the valley that are happy to open a bottle of Castle wine at no charge. And kudos to Restaurant Cuvée in Napa and Farmstead in St. Helena, CA; a small corkage fee is charged and donated to charity. Bravo!
Become active on sites like Yelp and Trip Advisor to give feedback and accolades. Wine forums are also a great place to turn. Check out WineSpectator.com, VinoCellar.com and RobertParker.com; you will find lively and well-informed participants as well as updated BYOB info.
As previously mentioned, there has never been a better time to dine out with wine as more restaurants and chefs are embracing BYOB diners. States that had prohibited BYOB in the past are now loosening laws and restrictions. Establishments that at one time discouraged corkage enthusiasts are now recognizing the valuable business this clientele provides.
Happy dining –
Mary Davidek C.S., C.S.W
Corkage Fees and BYOB – Part 1
BYOB = Bring Your Own Bottle
Corkage Fee = the fee charged to open and serve a bottle of wine not purchased at the dining establishment
Every restaurant has restrictions and specifications which are said to cover the cost of opening a bottle, providing stemware, and serving the wine. Realistically, a corkage fee is charged to cover lost revenue. I am unabashedly a self-professed BYOB junkie; a dedicated corkage hound ……and I go to extremes in my pursuit. Here are a few situations I have encountered and simple resolutions which may help in your quest.
1. Call the restaurant or check their website prior to your reservation as fees and restrictions vary. Some restaurants may impose a 1-bottle limit and others may have more tempting ways to capture your attention. A growing trend; restaurants charge a fee but will comp it one for one, for every bottle purchased. For example, restaurant "X" charged $25 corkage. I brought in a bottle of Castello di Amorosa Cabernet Sauvignon. From the restaurant wine list I selected a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc to enjoy with apps. I love a zippy Sauvignon Blanc with bruschetta and goat cheese on a warm baguette; sublime. The bottle I purchased was $28. That's right, the corkage fee for my Castello di Amorosa bottle was waived. This is clearly a win-win. Typically I bring in a red and purchase a white from the list as even the grandest wine menu offers a tasty and affordable white wine.
2. A common and reasonable request; the bottle you bring in cannot be available for purchase on the existing wine list. To ensure your selection for carry-in is acceptable, browse the wine list on-line or request a fax or emailed copy prior to your planned visit. Here is my fool-proof solution. Bring in wine from a winery that does not distribute. This is becoming easier as more small and mid-sized wineries are opting for direct-to –consumer sales only. Castello di Amorosa wines have been a fixture on my restaurant outings for this very reason. Restaurant wine lists change weekly and this takes the guess work out of it.
3. Prepare your bottles. If you want a chilled bottle of bubbly with your Dungeness crab; chill it. If you are bringing a Napa Cab with a little age on it, stand it up for a few hours prior to leaving which allows sediment to collect at the bottom.
4. I have seen bottles transported in everything from a paper shopping tote to a plastic grocery bag. My advice; invest in a respectable wine carrier. From leather totes to canvas carrying bags to decorative wine boxes – your wine should travel in style.
Good news for us food and wine lovers, corkage and BYOB is becoming an accepted standard. Restaurant owners are adopting more favorable corkage policies as a marketing tool.
Stay tuned……Part 2 coming up.
Mary Davidek C. S. , C.S.W.
Perfect Pairings Dynamic Duo
The first time I saw the man who would eventually become my husband I was dumb-struck (quite a confession those who know me will attest). Just my type; tall, dark (it was summer), and handsome. After a chat over a glass of vino (what else?), I made the fatal mistake of telling him I thought he was smarter than I was. I say fatal mistake as it is now 24 years later and he won't let me forget that statement.
Our friends often tell us they have never met 2 people more suited for each other, meant to be together. Better together as 1 than separate as 2. Like peanut butter and jelly, milk and cookies, peas and carrots……it just works.
Perfect pairings certainly enhance and intensify and one thing which is singularly good, but with food and wine, perfect pairings take on a new meaning. If you have ever been on the Royal Pairing Tour at Castello di Amorosa you may have experienced a few of these perfect pairings. A rich pate' with Castello's award winning Il Passito comes to mind. Sommeliers agree this match is perfection. Popular wine writer Karen Macneil says "this luxurious pairing comes perilously close to maxing out the human tolerance for pleasure". An endorsement like that certainly piques the imagination. But, must perfect pairings always be so lofty, and quite candidly, so costly to be perfect? Does perfection have a price? A rule of thumb, pair rich with rich and humble with humble. One of my affordable favorites, a simple roast chicken (any grocery store's rotisserie is fine), and a bottle of Pinot Noir. The rustic flavors of a simple roast chicken, a loaf of crusty bread and the earthy tones of Pinot Noir are magical together. When selecting your pinot go for light and fruity bottlings from Sonoma. For my dollar Castello's Los Carneros Pinot Noir is the perfect choice with a hit of clove balanced with bright fruit. This Valentine's Day, a day dedicated to perfect pairings, celebrate this dynamic duo with your honey. Light a couple of candles, put in your favorite music, pour a couple glasses of vino and relax.
Throughout the year, connect with your inner match-maker; go forth and discover new and exciting pairings.
And remember, perfection is in the eyes of the beholder……
Cheers and Happy Valentine's Day
Mary Davidek C.S., C.S. W


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GUILDERLAND — More than four decades after it was built, Farnsworth Middle School leaders and staff remain committed to students' personal and social as well as intellectual development.
Middle-school students competing in a C-SPAN competition sat down Monday with Congressman Paul Tonko to talk about health care and federal finances.
Volunteers at Farnsworth Middle School Saturday collected and sorted the objects neglected by homeowners and prepared them for taking on new forms at a recycling facility or new homes through reuse.
Young adults met with students at Farnsworth Middle School to share their stories of being mistreated through technology and its possible consequences, including lasting emotional scars.
Farnsworth Middle School student Mira DelSignore, with the help of teacher Alan Fiero, recently won a grant to further the garden work.
When twice the number of people expected showed up to take Civil Service tests at Farnsworth Middle School, the overflow parked in frozen fields that thawed as the day warmed.
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All New HTC One surfaces once again: 16MP combined resolution for dual cameras revealed
What's most interesting, though, is the listed combined resolution of the two rear cameras - 16 megapixels. We have seen leaked images of the new HTC One with two cameras on its back, and HTC is likely to have found a way to combine information from the two cameras for this 16-megapixel resolution. Chances are, that none of the cameras alone has a resolution of 16-megapixels, though. We are yet to see how this pans out in the real device, and how the dual rear cameras of the new HTC One will work together, but it's the first time we hear about a combined image resolution of 16MP on the One.
Another interesting tid-bit is a mention of an 'UltraPixel' front-facing camera on the new HTC flagship. UltraPixel is the marketing name of the camera on the original HTC One, and it's a term applying to the larger than usual pixel size of the sensor. An UltraPixel camera could mean a huge improvement in the front-facing shots of the new handset, and hence a lot more selfies flooding the web.
The rest of the information that has surfaced over at TENAA is not all that surprising: the One is said to have a 5-inch 1080p display, a quad-core Snapdragon 801 system chip, 2GB of RAM, and the design is also pictured looking nearly identical to that of the original One (all things that we've already heard multiple times).
Finally, the listing also reveals that the new HTC One will have a version in red, in addition to the grey, silver and gold models that we already know about. Take a look at the images of the China Mobile version of the All New HTC One below, and tell us what you think about that 16-megapixel combined resolution.
source: TENAA (translated) via Android Beat
93 Comments
1. ArtSim98 (Posts: 3464; Member since: 21 Dec 2012)
Just freaking can't wait to see how it performs! I have high hopes even after the failure last year.
28. LiyanaBG (Posts: 381; Member since: 07 Nov 2013)
i love you HTC the camera is a killer.
30. Trex95 (Posts: 638; Member since: 03 Mar 2013)
Failure?! You mean S4 right.
45. maherk (Posts: 2065; Member since: 10 Feb 2012)
50+ million sold worldwide and you call that a failure? Don't let Samsung's success get that much into you, you ll end up with hemorrhoids son. And the HTC was a great phone, the average camera wasn't the reason it didn't sell well, it was the problems and delays it had with the production.
52. Trex95 (Posts: 638; Member since: 03 Mar 2013)
50 Million sold?! Never believe Samsung at all since other tech sites mentioned that it's a shipment not sold out! Since IPhone 5s came out end of the last year S4 and Note 3 sales burn plus HTC start doing well since end of the 2013.
I'm in mobiles business since long time
62. maherk (Posts: 2065; Member since: 10 Feb 2012)
"I'm in mobile business sing long time", this joke my made day, and ok from now and on I won't take Samsung, Stock Market, major gadget sites, and carrier's words for how much a phone is selling, I will blindly follow you're words mr businessman.
67. AppleHateBoy (unregistered)
In reply to the article:
HTC should just release it. What's left to unveil anyway?
16 MP combined resolution. Nice. S5 has some competition. I hope 4K recording is there too.
Only if they didn't have the HTC Logo bar and went with capacitive buttons.
70. StraightEdgeNexus (Posts: 3669; Member since: 14 Feb 2014)
4k recording needs 8mp+ sensor resolution. Combined wont work i guess.
88. downphoenix (Posts: 2621; Member since: 19 Jun 2010)
corrections: since, not sing. made by day, not my made day. from now on, not from now and on. carriers, not carrier's. your not you're.
89. willard12 (Posts: 1072; Member since: 04 Jul 2012)
Correction: "carriers' " not "carriers."
72. giani (Posts: 269; Member since: 13 Nov 2012)
Hold ONNNNN !!!! IS IT 50 MILLION NOW ?! man this sammy is so Fcking great they sell millions every week.
54. ArtSim98 (Posts: 3464; Member since: 21 Dec 2012)
I mean the CAMERA was a failure. Other parts of the One were great!
57. Trex95 (Posts: 638; Member since: 03 Mar 2013)
Camera isn't a failure maybe in some parts but still remain excellent if you compare it to other big MP's camera.
69. ArtSim98 (Posts: 3464; Member since: 21 Dec 2012)
Sure it takes great pics, but the thing is that when you start to zoom in the loss of detail is unforgivable. But if the All New One can really take detailed 16 mpx images, it will be among the top 3 camera phones for sure.
63. maherk (Posts: 2065; Member since: 10 Feb 2012)
it wasn't a failure, it wasn't that great, but clearly not a failure.
66. Trex95 (Posts: 638; Member since: 03 Mar 2013)
w7c4z0uenzn/1384940614055.jpg this pics taken with my HTC one check by yourself . Yeah camera isn't great in some lighting I agree with you
92. Doakie (Posts: 1507; Member since: 06 May 2009)
Hmm. Funny. I took 3000 pictures in Hawaii and didn't think much of the pictures; I just stored them and went about my life. I go back and now I see how horrible the pictures really are. No chance at reading the sign in the picture, plus look at the sky between the Palm trees, totally splotchy. Lame, I wish I had my Note 3 I have now. Pictures are super clear.
36. imyourpapi (Posts: 70; Member since: 04 Jan 2014)
How was last years htc One a failure? Yes sale volumes were down , but with as much praise the original One had, htc definitely is on the right track and the all new htc One will help bolster the company image, let's go htc!!!
55. ArtSim98 (Posts: 3464; Member since: 21 Dec 2012)
Sorry I meant the camera was a failure
41. Dude2014 (Posts: 238; Member since: 12 Feb 2014)
So that means HTC One 2014's front facing camera(5mp Ultrapixel) is better than last year HTC One's rear back camera(4mp Ultrapixel)?? LMAO
49. zennacko (Posts: 236; Member since: 16 Jun 2013)
UltraPixel wasn't a "matured" technology back then (I think it wasn't, because it was crazy to compete with a 4MP sensor against 8MP+ from the competition, claiming the ONLY advantage of unparalleled low-light shots), they released what they had in hands (that was functional, at least) and it was a success. Now they made a more powerful UltraPixel camera, let's hope it's as good, or even better than last year's
59. hassoups (Posts: 428; Member since: 06 Jun 2013)
I still think the original One is the best phone on the market even after all these announcements.
81. 777light777 (Posts: 63; Member since: 14 Aug 2013)
I called this when they leaked that the front cam was a 5mp One!
Yay HTC! And good luck Two you! :D
If the Padfone X was not coming to the US, this would most likely be my choice.
I also loved hearing all the fan boys say it was going to be the same 4mp!
2. StraightEdgeNexus (Posts: 3669; Member since: 14 Feb 2014)
Mother, father and godzilla of bezels.
12. giani (Posts: 269; Member since: 13 Nov 2012)
First it was the camera, now all you have left is the bezels.
Let's be clear pathetic buthurt sammy fanboy, the worst camera and the biggest bezels and STILL it's miles away more beautiful than the hideous S5.
Please take yr frustration directly on Yr beloved manufacturer. You sell 40 mill so no need to TROLL on others that clearly are doomed any way with such crap cameras and biig bezeles.
So please, save you're efforts (paid or unpaid).
19. mojtaba_mn (Posts: 238; Member since: 22 Feb 2013)
Really you think s5 I'd beautiful ? Wow man you need glasses
I joking but s5 are just like s1
And verey verey ugly phone is s5
In quality Samsung can't even think when HTC make a phone
Only in camera HTC is weak but now wow 16mp
I buy HTC one
91. Birds (Posts: 1097; Member since: 21 Nov 2011)
You need to re-read Giani's comment like....really...
24. papss (unregistered)
What do you expect? He's angry because he still sports an S2
29. StraightEdgeNexus (Posts: 3669; Member since: 14 Feb 2014)
Yeah that s2, that can still do things much faster than your useless lumia.
33. papss (unregistered)
Haha! Is that all you have? Coming into an article and dogging it makes you feel good doesn't it?
you can have your five year old Frisbee phone.
34. StraightEdgeNexus (Posts: 3669; Member since: 14 Feb 2014)
Five year old but its still performs like a champ. Tell me which lumia from 2011 can work
38. imyourpapi (Posts: 70; Member since: 04 Jan 2014)
Bro just upgrade it's ok really, it's normal after two years
40. StraightEdgeNexus (Posts: 3669; Member since: 14 Feb 2014)
I'm going to upgrade this May month. Most probably xperia z2 or galaxy s5 depending on battery life.
47. papss (unregistered)
I'm not sure I get where you are going but if you mean if there are lumias working from 2011 id have to say yes.. They are Nokia tough afterall
53. StraightEdgeNexus (Posts: 3669; Member since: 14 Feb 2014)
They maybe tough, but what about that OS which is inferior than an already underlying WP8. And my s2 with 3+ drops and a tea spill nothing has happened besides a scar.
39. Commentator (Posts: 2706; Member since: 16 Aug 2011)
The S2 is five years old?
...Do you know how to count?
Samsung's not Apple, they don't add a new number every two years.
44. StraightEdgeNexus (Posts: 3669; Member since: 14 Feb 2014)
Very true dude, i knew it but i didnt want to argue him needlessly. Cause he wont learn anytime soon.
48. papss (unregistered)
I don't even care how old.. Its just old.. Sorry that I wasn't specific..
point is don't come into every HTC article dogging it and then get defensive if someone bites back.
61. StraightEdgeNexus (Posts: 3669; Member since: 14 Feb 2014)
Okay we're on our way now. But still i can do tasks faster on my s2 than your lumia 1520.
71. giani (Posts: 269; Member since: 13 Nov 2012)
papss, don't bother with this TROLL mate.
He is either brainwashed (40million remember?!?) Or most likely paid. Either way he is pathetic. So no need to feed him.
76. StraightEdgeNexus (Posts: 3669; Member since: 14 Feb 2014)
Hello there, i never said 40 million and i never brag about that. I appreciate quality hardware(that doesnt always mean design) and all rounder. I just sounded in comments what i felt about that phone. Also htc has never been good when it comes to cameras. So if that means trolling to you, you are just a pathetic ignorant person in my book.
Regards lol ;-)
83. neartx (banned) (Posts: 86; Member since: 15 Mar 2014)
if htc make a ugly phone still is more beauty from any samsung phone
comeon samsung? is there any thing more ugly than a samsung phone ?
only htc the logo is nice and col but you never look at samsung logo ? its a joke
87. mrblah (Posts: 552; Member since: 22 Jan 2013)
"I appreciate quality hardware" lol good one, newb.
42. LiyanaBG (Posts: 381; Member since: 07 Nov 2013)
your samsung s5 band-Aid phone. AKA s4 has more bezels than the the HTC ONE. you blind?
13. SuperAndroidEvo (Posts: 4546; Member since: 15 Apr 2011)
Hey, Hey, Hey...
Please leave the King of the Monsters out of this. Godzilla a.k.a Gojira is one swave dude, yeah he gets pist from time to time, but who in their right mind doesn't? lol
22. jaytai0106 (Posts: 1747; Member since: 30 Mar 2011)
Bezels? Who cares? It holds probably the best stereo speakers on any phone out there right now.
27. LiyanaBG (Posts: 381; Member since: 07 Nov 2013)
StraightEdgeNexus go home we sick of you every HTC post you nag like jealous girl.
31. Trex95 (Posts: 638; Member since: 03 Mar 2013)
Bezels yeah, but still looks better than Band Aid S5 lol.
32. SonyPS4 (Posts: 287; Member since: 21 May 2013)
i rather have larger bezel for stereo audio and design
37. imyourpapi (Posts: 70; Member since: 04 Jan 2014)
Bro you know that phone is sexy regardless of the bezels, so get over it! Btw, the s5 bezels are soo much bigger than s4 but I guess it's ok cause it sam sam huh
3. limporgyuk (Posts: 238; Member since: 06 Nov 2013)
The best just got better. Now what are the other OEM fanboys gonna pick on.
7. emadshiny (Posts: 1142; Member since: 05 Dec 2012)
I don't think it was the best, so
The good just got much better...
20. mojtaba_mn (Posts: 238; Member since: 22 Feb 2013)
The best coming now it's verey good news
4. TisaTsir (Posts: 69; Member since: 06 Jan 2014)
this one looks interesting.
16. mojtaba_mn (Posts: 238; Member since: 22 Feb 2013)
Now it's first choice
5. datphoneguy (Posts: 144; Member since: 15 Sep 2013)
Red? Niiiiiiiiiiiice!
6. hafini_27 (Posts: 379; Member since: 31 Oct 2013)
Nice. Hope HTC nails it with this One.


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Month-long Margazhi Mahotsav of Bharat Kalachar inaugurated
CHENNAI: The Consul-General, Consulate General of the United States of America in South India, David T. Hopper, underscored the need for enhancing the cultural strengths of the country and building on cultural legacies to foster the Indo-U.S. bilateral ties.
Inaugurating the month-long Margazhi Mahotsav of Bharat Kalachar in association with Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) here on Friday, Mr. Hopper said the Indian community in America had been playing a pivotal role in preserving and promoting India's rich and varied cultural heritage. He had a word of praise for the Padma Seshadri Bala Bhavan group of institutions for promoting and preserving India's culture by encouraging and recognising young talent and honouring the doyens in the cultural arena.
Susan Woolley Hopper, wife of the Consul General, lit a traditional lamp to mark the occasion.
Vyjayanthimala Bali (Bharatanatyam), Bombay Sisters C. Saroja and C. Lalitha (classical Carnatic music) were presented with Gnana Kala Bharathi awards. The Viswa Kala Bharathi awards in recognition for service in the field of fine arts abroad were given to Prof. Sudharani Raghupathy, V.P. Dhananjayan and Shantha Dhananjayan (all for Bharatanatyam). The Acharya Kala Bharathi was given to K.J. Sarasa (Bharatanatyam for decades as a Guru). The Natya Kaladhar award recipients were Sowcar Janaki, Poornam Viswanthan (Cinema and Stage). The Kala Seva Bharathi awards were given to Ramji (for encouraging young talent in the field of music), Roja Kannan (Bharatanatyam).
The Nataka Kala Bharathi awardees were Vietnamveedu Sundaram and Typist Gopu.
The Yuva Kala Bhrathi awards were given to M. Balamuralikrishna (Vocal), Chinmaya Sisters Uma and Radhika (Vocal), G. Ramesh (Nagaswaram), Nagamani Raju (Mandolin), Sherthalai Sivakumar (Violin), K.V. Gopalakrishnan (Mrindangam), Bangalore N Amrit (Kanjira), Lavanya Ananth, R. Vineet, Nrithya Jagannathan and Anwesha Das (all for Bharatanatyam), S. Divya Sena (all rounder in Nattuvangam, Choreography and Bharatanatyam) and Nagalakshmi (Dramatics).
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T.S. Narayanaswamy, Chairman and Managing Director of IOB, released a souvenir brought out on the occasion and handed over the first copy to Nalli Kuppuswamy, who was the guest of honour.
Mrs.Y.G. Parthasarathy, Chairman of Bharat Kalachar said the organisation had not only tapped young talent but honoured the legends in the field of cinema, drama, music and dance artistes. Bharat Kalachar, she noted, was now witnessing more fusion music to keep abreast with the modern times.


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You Need Your Customer More Than Your Customers Need You
Posted by Harley Manning on June 18, 2012
Customers today have more choices than ever. Not only that, they have more information about those choices than ever. And they can get that information anytime, anywhere, and on whatever device they happen to be using at the moment. These changes have collectively put customers in the driver's seat.
If you're a fan of strategy guru Michael Porter, you can think of this as a shift in one of his five forces of competition: buyer power. But even without a sophisticated analytical framework, you can feel this change in your daily life. That's because you're a customer, too, by virtue of the fact that you buy goods and services, day in and day out.
Try comparing the power you used to have as a customer with the power you have today. I recently tried this exercise by comparing the way I picked my bank in 1998 — when I moved to the Boston area for a job — with the options I have for picking a bank today.
In June of '98, I wanted to switch to a local-area bank but didn't know where to begin. I dreaded doing the research on top of moving my home and starting a new job. The woman who recruited me suggested that I sign up with Bank Boston because it had the most ATMs in our area. With a sense of relief, I did just that and went on with my life.
Over the intervening years, Bank Boston was acquired by Fleet Bank, which was later acquired by Bank of America. Today that makes me a Bank of America customer, even though I never decided to do business with it. Fortunately, the relationship has worked out okay. But what if it stopped being okay and I wanted to switch? How hard would it be to pick a new bank and switch in 2012?
To find out, I tried typing "banks in Winchester MA" into Google. Within 0.24 seconds, I had a list of seven banks with branches in my little suburb (population just more than 20,000), including two local banks and a private bank. One of the local banks had a website with a search engine that helped me locate surcharge-free ATMs all over the area, plus a "switch kit" to help me move my accounts.
What about Internet-only banks? Another Google search brought up quite a selection of those, including some I'd already heard about like Ally Bank and ING Direct. The search results also included links to reviews and recommendations as well as articles about how to pick the right online bank and whether going that route was right for me.
Of course, I could avoid a bank relationship altogether by joining the credit union offered through my employer. Or I could go with a cash management account from Fidelity, a company I've done business with for years. According to an email offer the company just sent me, I could get free ATM access worldwide, free online bill payment, free use of a debit card, free check writing, and free mobile deposits.
You get the picture: more options and more information. And the result is a shift in power that's happening not just to me, and not just with banking, but to all of you and virtually every industry you buy from.
It's happening to your customers, too. It's easier than ever for them to find an alternative to your products or services and to buy from someone else this time around . . . or leave you forever.
In our upcoming book Outside In, my co-author Kerry Bodine and I make the case that the best way to thrive in this new reality is to systematically deliver a great customer experience — one that meets customer needs, makes it easy for them to do business, and makes it enjoyable for them to do business. We cite evidence that includes data from Forrester's Customer Experience Index, which shows — among other things — that customers of credit unions consistently report a better experience than customers of any bank other than USAA.
Is it any surprise that during the four-week period in the fall of 2011 when Bank of America and other large competitors were announcing new fees, credit unions added about 650,000 new customers and $4.5 billion in new savings accounts? Or that USAA retains 97% to 98% of its members year over year and had one of its best years ever in 2008 — when most of the financial services industry tanked?
What will you do to help your business thrive in this new reality? Here is a suggestion to help you focus: I want you to go to the white board in your office and write something down in large letters so you'll notice it every day. Or if you don't have a white board, write it on a piece of paper and tack it up.
Here's what I want you to write: "I need my customers more than they need me."
That should be obvious. But unfortunately, it's something we all tend to forget when we're in our offices doing our jobs and not out in the world being someone else's customer.
P.S. Attendees of Forrester's Customer Experience Forum East on June 26th in NYC will get to see the real-life executive who inspired this advice, Kevin Peters, president of Office Depot North America.
Later that morning you'll see Mary McDuffie, EVP of delivery channels and communications at Navy Federal, the world's largest retail credit union. Mary will provide a sense of why credit union customer experience consistently beats bank customer experience. Fun!
It's embarrassing that our country–the enterprising United States of America–should need to be reminded of something so basic. One word: Pathetic.
But, we do, and someone must write it, I suppose. Thanks, Mr. Manning, for taking on this responsibility that no self-respecting adult should otherwise bother with.
Customers always need cheap
Customers always need cheap rates.
Customers have choices, and
Customers have choices, and thanks to the Internet and social media, they have access to learn about the choices they have and form opinions long before they ever decide to do business with you. Mr. Manning's article is correct that the way to compete with a competitor is to create a better customer experience.
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Gerardo Chavez of International Trade Consultants, president of the San Diego Customs Brokers Association, pleaded guilty today (November 15) in federal court to importing goods into the United States without paying import taxes. According to court documents, Chavez would import large amounts of Chinese-made apparel, Indian-made cigarettes, and other goods, and claim they were not intended for commerce in the United States. Chavez's employees would prepare paperwork and database entries claiming the goods would be transshipped to other countries such as Mexico. Transshipment arrangements are not subject to Customs duties. Chavez was responsible for importing more than $100 million of goods for which duties were not collected. This cost taxing authorities $18 million, says the United States Attorney's office. Chavez and an associate, Carlos Medina, who also pleaded guilty today, will be sentenced January 14.
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Countdown to Denver Arts Week: Ravi Zupa at Black Book Gallery
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Denver Arts Week, which kicks off Friday with a special Know Your Arts First Friday, is really a big magnifying glass: Denver boasts a vibrant First Friday tradition every month of the year; this annual event just turns on the spotlight. As with any First Friday, the real trick is to plot your course. So for the rest of the week, we'll be sharing a few of our favorite picks, beginning with One Million Things, a swarming solo show from Denver artist and Westword MasterMind Ravi Zupa at Black Book Gallery.
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Zupa's show will feature more than 100 works, from block prints to paintings, all drafted in his illustrative signature Tower-of-Babel style, which Zupa himself best describes in this exhibition statement:
This has been a frenetic, intense and satisfying year for me. I have had several successful shows including a nearly sold out show in London. My friend Sam found one of my paintings at Goodwill for $4.99 as well, imagine that. This show represents a full return to my life. I've had a rough few years of angry, messy, emotional entropy. Now I'm back to cleanness in my mind and it's a relief. Many of the images here are an exploration of that frantic resentful period. Others are about a hopefulness and clarity that I feel now. As always, the central intention of this show is one of bringing together. Combining images and ideas to create controlled experiments aimed at finding things universal. 15th century Dutch painting, Hindu and Buddhist iconography from the Himalayas, 19th Century Anatomical illustration, Japanese screen paintings and Hand painted barber signs are thepredominant inspirations throughout the work. This show is an attempt to wrap my fingers around one million things and lay them out flat, onto wood and paper, for you to look at.
One Million Things opens Friday at Black Book with a reception from 6 to 11 p.m.; all of Denver's Art District on Santa Fe will be hopping, with Dia de los Muertos celebrations spilling into the streets. For more about Ravi Zupa, visit his website; surf to Denver Arts Week online for a complete schedule of events planned through November 10.
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So my Titan just did something weird. It's been having a bit of a restarting issue (which I fixed by turning off location services) and it was fine for about a week. Then today it restarted again and I thought "please no!" and when it came back on it had a new wallpaper. One I've never seen before. It's a pohtakawa tree, a native New Zealand tree (that's my location) that islinked to xmas (the upcoming season?). The thing is, this isnt a Bing pic, and I have this image absolutely no where on my phone. I've never seen it before in my life.
Anyone know what the **** is going on?
EDIT: Upon further investigation, there are a bunch of new wallpapers in my Wallpapers folder (the stock one accessed through settings, not the ones I synced myself.
Has anyone else gotten these free wallpapers?Life couldn't get better, this could be the best day ever.
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You might be talking about the newer official wallpapers released by MS for the WP7:
New Official Wallpapers for Windows Phone | Levi Freeman's blog - 12-11-2012, 07:27 AM #3
Only 5 of those 8 worked when I scanned the QR codes on there Tj. Annoyingly, both my favourites were among the 3 that didn't work...
"Fortune cookie said: 'Outlook not so good'. I said: 'Sure, but Microsoft ships it anyway'." - 12-12-2012, 11:24 AM #4
Yup, those are the ones. No idea how they got on my phone, but at least now I know where they came from.
Life couldn't get better, this could be the best day ever.
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This is my fingerpicked version of the old Bob Dylan tune -- I arranged it trying to use something resembling the original guitar accompaniment, but with the...
Wow. Great fingerpicking. It sounds a little bit like Elizabeth Cotton's Freight Train. Nice arrangement and playing. Good up the neck moves, I wasn't expecting that.
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