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Post #504640
4:23 pm, Oct 31 2011
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Bullshit ending.
Blacklisting this author's work forever and not even gonna bother with her manga if their ever published here locally.
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7:28 pm, Oct 31 2011
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Quote from nugro
Bullshit ending.
Blacklisting this author's work forever and not even gonna bother with her manga if their ever published here locally.
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Post #515176
penguin king
7:28 am, Jan 1 2012
Posts: 758
Idk what tthe rage is about..... girls have fallen in love with their biological fathers in rl, and some have hooked up in rl(even tho they can't get married)..... kinda destroys the whole doesn't make sense argument when they are doing what has been done, at a much less severe level... idk why it is raged at, the chick daisuke was after wanted a more financially secure husband from what I could see. The male kid fell prey to his genitals when he was hit on, and the girl had torrents of irrational emotion....now that I think about it cuz none of that happens in rl I understand the anger .... wait......9,9.
Fact is, however hard it is for you to accept it, this is an ending that people in a similar situation could arrive at(and happily btw)... unless you can find anything that is out of character, or couldn't happen in reality don't bash it. His entire goal was her happiness, he made sure it wasn't just some impulse and adapted to her views over two years, he and she were happiest in each others company.... and they have 10 times the compatability of most of the couples that stay together in rl.... but let's just ignore all this true love bull and b!#$% about how the love is wrong and evil because it doesn't conform to everyone elses.
Edit: random dead topic bump ftw
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Kyou kara ore wa!!, Mx0, Angel Densetsu, Skip Beat, Ai Kora, The Devil King is Bored
Hana to Akuma, No bra, Shinigami Trilogy, kindan no koi de ikou, Usagi Drop, Threads of Time,
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Masanobu Hojo
2:49 pm, Apr 24 2012
Posts: 366
Quote from ELX
I posted a comment on the manga page as well, but I think it's probably better said here ... the ending was HORRIBLE, not because it was incestuous (though I will address that nonsense in a minute) It was horrible because it took something beautiful and well crafted and within three volumes made it ... *snip*
I agree w/ everything you said. I was more offended by how sloppy it was all handled. I've seen this development before in other series (Kodomo no Jikan, Speed Grapher), but the difference is that in those cases the stories were based around that very concept. Here, it seems the author just spammed an ending to create discussion.
Don't give that bull about the mangaka wanting to do something but not having the time. That's bullsh!t. They could've just as easily ended it w/o all that garbage and it would've been fine. Other authors have done the same thing w/ less time.
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penguin king
3:08 pm, Apr 24 2012
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Quote from Criminal Intent
I agree w/ everything you said. I was more offended by how sloppy it was all handled. I've seen this development before in other series (Kodomo no Jikan, Speed Grapher), but the difference is that in those cases the stories were based around that very concept. Here, it seems the author just spammed ...
"All that garbage" as in the sweet ending the author had intended for a long time. I didn't mind the end to this. I've seen better ones that were more gradual, but I've seen a TON that were worse, and as for the context I couldn't be happier with the pairing, and I hope to see rins kids in some omake chapters or second season.
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Post #587438 - Reply to (
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10:23 pm, Feb 14 2013
Posts: 1
Sweet ending the author intended my eye!
The series got unexpectedly popular, the author panicked about where she was going with it, and decided to retreat into traditionally abhorrent shoujo and josei tropes.
Shodensha probably did a poll, found Daikichi was the most admired male, exchanged their brains with a dead hamsters, and said "Go for it, make the man who wiped up her pee and took her to preschool, her sexual partner".
The end appeals to two types:
The first are emotionally damaged cretins with abandonment issues, who self-identified with Rin (instead of Daikichi like everyone else). They saw Daikichi as their ideal father figure/protector type lover from the beginning, and as Rin was their avatar, they started shipping the two early on.
They mistook their distorted romantic projections with authors intent, and assume it was always intended to be that way. Hence they can't understand the fury which normal, well-balanced people feel as they watched the grotesque ending unfold.
The second type would be pedophiles who did indeed self-identify with Daikichi like everyone else and enjoy watching a good grooming.
Both types are pathetic freaks I wouldn't waste my time crossing the street to spit on.
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4:30 am, Feb 15 2013
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I had a feeling the amount of butthurt people would rise again and bump this old thread after the recent extra volume releases...
Quote from GrayEminence
Sweet ending the author intended my eye!
...blah blah blah...
Both types are pathetic freaks I wouldn't waste my time crossing the street to spit on.
Mister, I think you need to look up the definition of pedophilia and tell me how it applied to the ending.
Also, whatever happened to liking an ending just because?
What about the people who accepted the ending as a
fictional story
unrelated to the
real world
? Are they sick in the head too?
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Post #588990
3:00 am, Feb 28 2013
Posts: 930
Kind of a cop-out in how the author keeps everything we see of Rin/Daikichi
platonic in the extra volume. Would have been nice to see a hint of their relationship developing... (I'm not really talking physically, but in how they interact with each other.) As it stood things just feel slightly uncomfortable, like they still haven't worked much out.
Post #601056
Seinen is RIGHT.
8:03 am, May 29 2013
Posts: 738
The second half made no sense from volume to volume and the ending is just so bad. Killed the manga for me.
. Lol
. Spot on.
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Post #610766
12:39 am, Aug 14 2013
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The way I see it, Rin and Daikichi had a father-daughter relationship or at least a uncle-niece relationship due to the supposed blood relations. I don't know about Rin, but I find it highly unlikely Daikichi would be able to see Rin in a romantic light since he did raise her like a father. For Rin, the lack of progression due to the time skip makes it hard for me to believe she would have such feelings as well. Just the fact that Daikichi helped her in a time of need does not suffice for a good explanation since she was still so young. The whole situation is ridiculous in my opinion and seems like some bizarre wish-fulfillment. For those that are arguing this is just fiction, that may be fine for you, but I prefer these types of stories to be ground in reality so I can actually empathize with characters.
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Post #625632
Come and Go
7:15 am, Dec 23 2013
Posts: 321
Feel like the first 4 vol is "Usagi" and then the last 6 vol is the "Drop".
Edit :
Vol 1-4 = Usagi
vol 5-9 ; Drop
vol 10 : Usagi Drop
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4:32 am, Jan 14 2015
Posts: 82
Quote from Damnedman
The way I see it, Rin and Daikichi had a father-daughter relationship or at least a uncle-niece relationship due to the supposed blood relations. I don't know about Rin, but I find it highly unlikely Daikichi would be able to see Rin in a romantic light since he did raise her like a father. For Rin, ...
I kind of agreed with your comments. I actual read this the second time around and I felt like the ending had much less impact then what a remembered. To be honest the entire second read, even knowing the out come, I was shipping the Kouki's mom and Daikichi.. I just never understood why the mangaka didn't go down that road. The both of them were interested in each other. Didn't really feel the love Rin showed for Daikichi. If anything it felt like she simply never wanted to be separated from him. The ending with Daikichi x Rin for me it =
Post #660652
11:09 pm, Jan 27 2015
Posts: 78
People get
with such change flows and endings like Usagi Drop's.
They may be
unable to make sense of it
, dislike it or even hate it big and regret reading.
* I'm with the bold.
BUT YOU CANNOT DROP USAGI JUST FOR THE ENDING (as a weak point)
Overall plot flow and story make up for the bad ending and starts,
or even make them sympathiable somehow.
I say: Too bad it turned out and into that, but no taking to the heart. Something like that it is...
"Spoilers don't spoil anything"
Adds: If the work was kind of a book of proposal, we would throw to the author's head.
But it is a fiction story. Laugh it off
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An F to judge M!
1:04 am, Jan 28 2015
Posts: 373
I might have said this before, but I think the high amount of rage for this ending is mostly because the readership it gained for the first four volumes. It doesn't have art that appeals to a younger crowd, and it was a story about the trials a single parent faces when raising a child alone. So the type of crowd reading this would be adults seeking that sort of content, obviously.
Then it's like BAM! Rin X Daikichi! By magic, she's no longer Daikichi's aunt! And Daikichi is a guy who
consider a romantic relationship with the girl he carefully raised since she was six, because he totally seemed the type to do that!
And the readership the manga gained from the beginning just couldn't handle it. I thought it was a shocking departure myself. It'd be like Dog Days turning into Old Yeller, where in the end, Cinque has to put down a rabid Millhiore with a gun.
I don't rage about it though, because there's at least a little foreshadowing in the general theme. A little, but it's there.
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What a whirlwind that past weekend has been! Just got back from an incredible weekend in San Francisco for the BlogHer Food Conference. Talk about foodies everywhere, it was awesome.
I feel like I say this all the time, but the food blogging community is truly one of a kind. They are the most genuine and kindest people. Really. It was great to be surrounded by the bloggers we all look up to…The beautiful Ree, The Pioneer Woman, gorgeous Jaden from Steamy Kitchen, the incredible White on Rice Couple, Helen from Tartelette, Elise Bauer of Simply Recipes and so many more.
I really enjoyed listening to the sessions but I must say my favorite part of the trip is chatting/networking with my fellow blogging friends. It's so great to put faces to names we see all the time on Twitter/Facebook. Love my buddies I stayed with….Shanna, Marla and Amanda. My trip wouldn't have been the same without them!
We all had different experiences this past weekend, but here's a glimpse at how I spent it All 62 pictues, sheesh Jen!
Day one was crazy! Check in, breakfast and chit chat filled the room.
My first session was with the White On Rice Couple. I LOVE hearing their discussions on photography. What talented beautiful people they are.
Fun cookbook library to browse through.
photo via Italian Dish
Me and Lori from Recipe Girl. LOVE you Lori!!
The conference was held at the Intercontinetal. After the morning session, we bolted out to lunch.
We went to "Out The Door" at the mall. REALLY good
Love this picture of Lori and Amanda. Love these ladies!
Some of our menu items.
photo via Amanda
….and more
A bit of a rewind here. Thursday night we were off to a few fun events starting off at Ghiradelli Square to meet the Deen Brothers.
This was the cutest little pink shop, too cute not to take a picture of
This is where we met the "bro's"
Here they are chatting with Kristen from Dine and Dish
All lined up for cookbook signing and pics.
photo via Amanda
Had to do it
photo via Amanda
After the Deen Brothers, we went to the Underwriter's Laboratory Event. We did a little Iron Chef competition.
photo via Amanda
Maria from Two Peas and Their Pod and I
Maggy and Amanda, love these ladies!
Here we are at the la Petite Soiree Party Friday night, it was a blast!
Saturday morning, Amanda and I knew we were going to sight see around San Fran…or I should say bakery hop!
First stop was Dynamo Donuts that was featured on Food Network's The Best thing I ever ate. Talk about heaven sent. They were incredible!
This maple bacon donut is their famous one. It was really good.
This was my favorite….the caramelized banana stuffed one. Delish!
This pumpkin chocolate chip was a close tie for second with that maple bacon
We ate….a lot of donuts. Luckily just a couple bites of each
Next stop was Fisherman's Wharf. LOVE it here. Lots happening in this area.
Pier 39 was such a treat. Gorgeous!
How cute are the sea lions? I could watch them all day!
Boudin Bakery/Cafe was so cool. Take a look at the Alligator sourdough? Love it!
These ones hanging from the ceiling were adorable. I need this in my house!
Lunch time! Amanda and I got a little soup bowl w salad. How good does my crab and corn chowder look?
Tartine Bakery was next on our list. Beautiful very classic desserts. This was the Tres Leche cake.
Chocolate Hazelnut Tart and a shortbread cookie. We truly only had a few bites!
Next we went searching for Bi-Rite Creamery but first stumbled across the market. How gorgeous are these flowers?
Love these colors!
Found it across the street
Gaby and Maria were talking about this salted caramel ice cream and I knew I had to have it. Was absolutely worth the wait!
Later Saturday night we met up with everyone for the closing party that The Pioneer Woman, Steamy Kitchen and Simply Recipes threw. This was such a fun night. Great food, great company. It couldn't have been better.
My buddy Amanda and I. Love her!
Fun appetizers
More bacon goodness!
The photo booth at the party was so much fun! Here are my So Cal ladies! Amanda and Lori at the top, Marla, me and Kathy at the bottom. LOVE my sistas!
…and one more
Love this one too! Think we had way too much fun w the photo booth! Lol!
Soooo happy I got to see Angie of Bakerella Saturday night. Wish we were in the same town, I just love her!
On our way to the airport. Had a blast rooming with you Amanda! Until we meet again…..better be soon!
This is my favorite. Amanda, me and Marla on the right, my fellow OC buddy. Love her to pieces too
Loved every minute of BlogHer Food! So glad I was able to go
Labor Day Fun at the Beach
We had a great time with our family visiting from AZ over Labor Day weekend. We hit up Newport Beach and Crystal Cove….2 of our absolute favorites! Here are some of my favorite shots of the weekend
It was totally overcast at Newport Beach, but the kids still had fun!
Jane's Corndog's is a must at Newport Beach!
Crystal Cove Beach is so beautiful. LOVE it!
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My Tribute To Levain Bakery
I knew one of the things on my "absolutely do" list in NYC was Levain Bakery. When I was in NY a couple years ago, I never made it there and I told myself this time I am going for sure!
Levain Bakery was on Food Network's Throwdown with Bobby Flay and the second I saw those beautiful gigantic cookies, I just knew I had to go!
Amanda and I had our big cameras ready to go and ordered one of every beautiful cookie they had. Not even kidding, these were the best cookies I have ever had, by a mile.
Sitting out front of the bakery and a shot of the display case, mmmm!
Ok, starting up at the top left we have the Dark Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Walnut, Oatmeal Raisin and my absolute favorite…Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip
Does it get any better than a tower of Levain Cookies? Seriously!
No joke, Amanda and I were taking photos of these cookies for a good 45 minutes. People probably thought we were nuts! Lol.
The ooey gooey inside of the Chocolate Chip Walnut
Hands down this Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookie was the best cookie on the face of the planet. I might just have to order some through the mail
This Dark Chocolate Chip was a very close 2nd place. Heaven!
Loved this Oatmeal Raisin too!
Thank You Levain Bakery for making my NYC trip so sweet. I am beyond thrilled I was able to FINALLY get to taste your cookies. Will definitely be back….in the meantime I'll be placing my order for cookie in the mail today xoxo
Unilever Pampering and BlogHer Expo
All I can say is…."Wow" about this trip that Unilever took me on. First the awesome hotel room, then we got our feet massaged, hair done, fed and so many other fun things? I feel so lucky to have been invited to such an amazing event. THANK YOU.
On 3 separate occasions Amanda and I had the opportunity to go up to the Penthouse Suite where Unilever turned it into a Culinary and Pampering getaway. It really was beautiful. Bloggers from the BlogHer Conference were invited to pop in to enjoy the treatment as well. Pictured above was the "foot massage" room. None of us wanted to get up after our 5 minutes! It was awesome especially after walking all over NY
This was some of the goodies over in the Culinary part of the Penthouse. For breakfast we had muffins and scones then for dinner we had PF Changs new home menu along with Ragu pictured below and so many other tasty dishes. Photo by Ragu team.
Another room of the Penthouse was set up with baskets of flip flops, craft decorations and glue guns. I got right to work on my own design.
Cute huh? Love my yellow flippies
Here was another room where there were 2 little salon stations set up to get our hair done. Amanda and I were so excited for this
Tada….here we are right after our "hair" appointment. Loved the girl who did my hair, she was so great.
Saturday morning Amanda and I went to the BlogHer Expo and had so much fun. Can you believe I met Padma from Top Chef? I was so nervous to talk to her so Amanda ran over to her and asked if we could take a picture with her. I would have never had the nerve to do it. So glad she did, I am a huge Top Chef fan.
Adam Gertler from Next Food Network Star was also at the expo, he was really nice. Had a great morning chatting with all the sponsors at the expo. Even got a photo with a Milk Mustache at the Got Milk? booth
Also got to meet Marmaduke the dog! He was the cutest ever
This was a kitchen set where they were filming for the Rachael Ray Show….never saw Rachael, but kept hearing about it
Ahhh, my long lost buddy the Dough Boy! It was so great to see my Pillsbury friends I have worked with on Picky Palate. Love them all
At the Pillsbury booth, they asked us to do some video for them for Pillsbury.com about baking tips, etc.
Later Saturday night Amanda and I went back to the Hilton to pick up a book and lo and behold Ree….The Pioneer Woman walked through the doors. I immediately saw her and had to chat for a second. I just love her, she is as beautiful and sweet as you picture her to be. So glad I finally got to meet her even for a second
Martha Blogger's Party, Subways and Donut Plant!
Photo via Amanda
Thursday evening rolled around and it was time to get ready for our Martha Stewart Blogging Party. Amanda and I got dolled up and first stopped by a Smucker's Dinner party. As we were looking for a taxi we saw this very tempting bike taxi (below) and we decided to jump in. We are lucky we are alive, it was a little crazy! These guys zip in and out of traffic like they are nuts!
Our driver took a second to snap this photo of us with my iPhone, Lol! We look so calm here. Most the time we couldn't stop laughing because we thought we were going to die!
Photo via Amanda
After our Smucker's Dinner we had to hurry over to the Martha Party. I had NO idea what to expect. The second we walked through the doors, I knew we were in for a treat. We checked in by our blog names, received our official badge then were escorted upstairs for the party. Unfortunately we arrived a little late and Martha had already left….but we still enjoyed ourselves, trust me. There were oodles of beautiful cupcakes, cookies and these adorable mini burgers below.
Photo via Amanda
These little burgers were awesome. I think we had plenty of these I LOVE that Amanda found the recipe in Everyday Food below.
Photo via Amanda via Everyday Food
Photo via Amanda
Not only was there great food, but there were Nars Make-up Artists applying individual lashes for everyone. How fun is that?! I love that the guy told Amanda….."No photos of me please." Lol!
Photo via Amanda
This was the view from the room where the party was. How gorgeous is this?!
Photo via Amanda
Little break for our "Martha Party" Photo
Friday morning, we experienced the NYC subway station. Needless to say, Amanda and I both agreed it seemed like we were walking into Hell as we ventured down the dark, hot and completely filthy stairs. I must say Amanda is awesome, girlfriend was able to get us to our destinations with no problem, like she was an old pro. I was so impressed and would have been completely lost without her. Glad that I can say I have "done" the subways. Definitely not my favorite form of transportation, but talk about saving cash. It was much cheaper than the ol' crazy taxi driver. Actually kind of fun too
Right Photo via Amanda
Here's our subway. Amanda was brave enough to snap photos inside our train. Love it. Most of the time they were very full.
Doughnut Plant may have been the highlight of my weekend. You probably think I am nuts, but these doughnuts were the best I have ever tasted. Take a look at their flavors…
The Creme Brulee Doughnut was out of this world. It's the little one on top in the next picture.
So, we each purchased 2 doughnuts (at $3.00 a piece) and shared. Before we dug into them we had to stack them up and take some photos. Top was creme brulee, dulce de leche, carrot cake and peanut butter and jelly. Drool!
This was the tiniest little doughnut shop ever, but was packed with people lined up almost out the door. This was the little doughnut area right by the check out.
I believe this was the blueberry one, we didn't try it, but it looked fabulous.
Here's the peanut butter and jelly ones. Square with peanut butter glaze on top and jelly throughout. YUM, loved this one too.
Photos of inside of doughnuts via Amanda
My favorite part was that they all had filling inside. The carrot cake doughnut had cream cheese frosting throughout. Wish I could grab one right now Make sure to visit Amanda's blog for her post about the Martha Party
Hope you enjoyed more of our trip. Still to come…BlogHer Expo, Unilever Pampering, milkshakes, rice pudding and Skyline Views
Running Around New York City Day 1
This image of hotel from Google
Last week was such a whirlwind of excitement. My buddy Amanda and I literally ate and shopped our way through NYC for 4 days straight. I'm not even sure where to start. Together we took almost 1,ooo photos over our 4 day visit!
Unilever put us up in this ultra Swanky and totally fabulous Royalton Hotel during BlogHer10 for some Culinary Fare and Pampering before and after the conferences. Can you get over how cool this place is?! Take a look at our awesome room!
Loved our room, very chic
It was so nice to find a note under our door that said…."open door for fresh muffins." Sweet!
Ahhhhh, we loved this
this photo via Amanda
We also came home the first evening to find these adorable make-up bags full of lotions and LOTS of deodorant. It was so hot in NY last week, so we appreciated the goods!
The streets of NY are incredible, such energy everywhere you go. This was directly to the left of us towards 5th Ave.
This was to our right, just one block from Time Square. People EVERYWHERE always on the go……and always on cell phones
Love these streets. Amanda and I walked all over them.
After Amanda and I got settled last Thursday we headed to SoHo area and ate at this famous mini food truck, Waffles & Dinges. Talk about the best waffles ever! Definitely worth hunting down if you are in the area
I'll leave you with Amanda's waffle
Up next is our Martha Stewart Blogger's Party and more of the fabulous places we ate!
Thermador Event, Scottsdale Arizona
Last Wednesday through Friday I was fortunate enough to spend time with 19 other bloggers at the first annual, Now your "Steam" Cooking Thermador Blog Event. They graciously put us up in the beautiful Gainey Ranch Resort in Scottsdale, AZ and boy did they feed us….well!
Thermador wanted us all to see an upclose and personal demonstration of their latest product…..The Thermador Steam and Convection Oven. Watching the staff at Thermador show us all the bells and whistles of the oven really showed how passionate they are about this product. It was amazing to see everything that could be done in a small but completely effective space. I have been a fan of the Thermador brand since my competitive cooking days when I won a recipe contest to be in a cookbook of theirs. Being in their gorgeous showroom and around the wonderful people who run their company just assured that they are a great company and brand.
I've posted probably one too many pictures of our trip, but thought I'd give you a run through of our time with Thermador Also, see bottom of post for a list of all of the attendees
First stop was dinner at Mastros. Delicious food. Really enjoyed chatting with everyone.
This shrimp appetizer was the star of the show. Talk about gorgeous presentation!!
Thursday morning we all gathered in the lobby awaiting our 5 SUV's to take us to the Thermador Showroom.
I have a weird thing for light fixtures!!
We got a full tour of their showroom and caught a glimpse of the chef preparing breakfast!!
Chef Kyle telling us all about the delicious breakfast.
You should have seen all 20 bloggers snapping pictures left and right through the entire event. Was quite entertaining! We're such foodies!
A little oven demo.
Chef Kyle baking our tenderloin in the convection oven.
Time for lunch.
More foodie Paparazzi! I have to say that I just LOVE the White on Rice Couple. Todd and Diane could not have been sweeter sharing their incredible talent with all of us. It was such a pleasure to spend time with them on this trip.
Lindsey firing up the torch for our creme brulee!
My roomie and food bloggin' buddy Brooke from Cheeky Kitchen working those mashed potatoes. They were so yummy!
My fellow OC buddy Shanna from My Favorite Everything.
Lunch was awesome hence the thousand pics I took of the beautiful food!
The creme brulee was adorable in these star ramekins!
This tomato jam was irresistible. Shanna posted the recipe HERE.
Thank you Thermador for the incredible day in your showroom. The food was out of this world, your staff could not have been nicer and your products are gorgeous! Loved every bit of this trip
Thursday evening we had dinner at 5th and Wine Restaurant. Pretty much had to roll myself to the vehicles after this. Massive Food Coma, but oh so worth it
Had a fun gondole ride after dinner back at the hotel with Kristen, Brooke, Chris, Russell, Jennifer and Me It was….the most interesting gondole ride I've ever taken, don't think our gondolier enjoyed our silliness much!!
Here are the fellow bloggers I had so much fun spending time with in "Steamy" AZ!
Kristen Doyle – Dine & Dish http://dineanddish.net/
Tina Haupert – Carrots N'Cake http://carrotsncake.com
Katie Goodman – goodLife {eats} http://www.goodlifeeats.com/
Lindsey Johnson – DesignMom Blog www.designmom.com
Maria Lichty – Two Peas & Their Pod http://twopeasandtheirpod.com/
Ciaran Blumenfeld – Momfluential Media http://www.momfluential.net/
Diane Cu & Todd Porter – White on Rice Couple http://www.whiteonricecouple.com/
Shanna Coady – My Favorite Everything http://www.myfavoriteeverything.com/
Brooke McLay – Cheeky Kitchen http://www.cheekykitchen.com
Shaina Olmanson – Food for My Family http://www.foodformyfamily.com
Jane Maynard – This Week for Dinner http://www.thisweekfordinner.com
Jenny Flake – Picky Palate http://www.pickypalate.com
Jennifer Leal – Savor the Thyme http://savorthethyme.blogspot.com/
Russell Warnick – Endless Simmer http://www.endlesssimmer.com/
Sarah Freymoyer – Classy Mommy http://www.classymommy.com/
Jenna Weber – Eat Live Run http://www.eatliverun.com/
Tanya Patrice – I Ate a Pie http://www.iateapie.net/
Becky Bracken – She Knows http://www.sheknows.com/
Disclaimer: Thermador paid my travel, room / board, meal expenses for my time in Scottsdale, AZ however the opinions expressed in this post about their products are my own. Thanks!!
Memorial Day in San Diego!
We had such a fun day sight seeing in San Diego on Memorial Day! The weather could not have been more beautiful. We started off walking towards Seaport Village for lunch. How adorable is Seaport Village?! I hadn't been there in years, there is nothing like walking around right by the water and feeling the sea breeze Take a look at our trip through Seaport Village and the USS Midway Museum
The boys and I stopped for a quick pic before heading to lunch.
This picture is sooooo my boys! They are like this about 90% of the day
The back part of Seaport Village around the restaurants. I LOVE it here.
Waiting for lunch….
Some of us got Pizza from this cute pizza shop…..
and some of us got lunch at this yummy sandwich shop!
You know I had to take a picture of my sandwich before I ate it!! How good does it look?
Hubby's sandwich….yum!
Grilled cheese for the little guy!
Pizza was devoured, now onto the drink
Yikes! I should have brought his toothbrush
I love this picture!
This is the cutest Fudge Shop, love their choice of colors!
I totally picked up some of these cute teaspoons, you'll be seeing them in my photos soon
This balloon maker was incredible! He made the best balloons I have ever seen. Guess he's been at Seaport for over 20 years! You must visit him if you go!
The crazy fire eater! Lol!
The boys loved this robot guy! He was actually really good.
It was time for the aircraft carrier museum!
I think they enjoyed themselves
On the upper deck, LOVED snapping pics up here!
My guys are so cute!
I think they could have looked at these airplanes all day!
I'm sure they'll hate that I dress them in the same shirts sooner than later, so I'm taking advantage for as long as I can! I think it's so cute
This statue was so awesome, it was ENORMOUS….hard to tell in the photo, but it was really incredible to see
Oh my, I was so excited when I saw the Fish Market Restaurant right next to the museum….this would be our dinner location! We had a gorgeous view of the water from our table. I had every intention of photographing my dinner, but my lighting was not very good and we were all STARVING
Love this picture….and his freckles
We had to steal the bread away from this little guy, he kept yelling "I love bread….and BUTTER!" He pretty much filled up on this This was the lighting I had to work with at dinner. I kinda like it in this photo, but not so much for the food photos
Ice cream time!
Couldn't help snapping all these pics of my cutie, love when they aren't paying attention to the camera….which is most of the time
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This beautiful home is conveniently located across from McDowell Mountain Golf Club and Javelina Trail, minutes to Twisted Lizard Pub & McDowell Mountain Ranch Park & Aquatic Center, Hwy 101 & Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard connects, and a short drive to Scottsdale shopping and its many restaurants are easily within reach.
Quality built and beautifully laid out featuring 2,800 sq. ft. spacious and luxurious living, with 4bdrm+Media Room, open Living, Dining Rooms, and a well equipped gourmet Kitchen for those who loves cooking, a gorgeous lushly landscaped Private backyard with View of mountain on the left (North) and city lights on the right (South), a large covered patio, a resort style swimming pool with water feature, suitable for length swim and other water activities. Spa/whirlpool area for your enjoyment and relaxation. Outdoor 2013 new built-in Turbo elite barbeque grill and many of the lovely outdoor furnitures will help fully enjoy your outdoor experience.
This property is on the corner, is well suited for both indoor and outdoor enjoyment, and yet fairly cosy. 3 car garage.
This property was built in 2000 by reputable developer Shea Homes, and is well maintained by previous owner, VERY CLEAN. For virtual tour www.tourfactory.com/871997
My husband and I love traveling spending time in new locations while enjoying the comforts of home.
Sandy So Benoit purchased this villa in 2012
Perfect location! This is a comfortable spacious home that can easily accommodate family and friends. It also provides great outdoor facilities for fun and relaxation, up on beautiful McDowell Mountain Ranch with views and access to trails. It is private yet steps to McDowell Mountain Golf Club where we can have our 3 meals if we decided not to cook! Further down the road (105 Street) is a pub 'Twisted Lizard', spa saloon, community centre and restaurant ...... great location!
4 Bedroom+Media Room, gourmet Kitchen, Resort style swimming pool with spa/whirlpool, View & outdoor BBQ. Serene setting lushly landscaped w/Canterra stone fountain. Walking distance to golf course, mountain trails. Great shopping, fine restaurants and other amenities.
We spent a week here with our adult children and grandchildren. The home is beautiful, clean, private and well-equipped. Simple things like kleenex, soaps, spices were there for our use. We cooked every meal at home for many people with plenty of dishes, pots, pans, and amenities. The pool is beautiful with wonderful hot tub. There is an outstanding media room that kept the noise contained when the kids were sleeping. The furniture is first class and very comfortable. The home is located across from a walking trail that is paved and has outstanding views of the Phoenix area and mountains. We ran/walked the trail almost every day with strollers! The owners returned our questions almost immediately and were wonderful to deal with. We would absolutely rent this place again! Thank you Sandy and Ron!
First of all, we just LOVE the sun and the heat in Scottsdale. And the dry, but always evolving nature. So it's hard to go wrong here.
This was the first time in a villa in Scottsdale; before this we spent a number of weekends in luxury hotels. What was different? Everything! We loved the privacy, the fact that you have the pool for yourself, but also how you can make a cup of tea (yes we're European) whenever you like. Add to this plenty of bedrooms, a huge well equipped kitchen, even a TV room - the recipe for a great vacation is complete.
We are sure planning on coming back.
Our family recently rented this home for 2 weeks in Sept 2014. This is an excellent home in a great location in Scottsdale. The furnishings were very comfortable, great beds providing us with a wonderful nights sleep. The pool was a huge hit with our 4.5 and 2.5 year old boys, who spent a considerable amount of time each day swimming. We would definitely like to rent this vacation home again.
The house was immaculately presented, very well equipped with no small detail overlooked - a true home from home.
The location was very quiet and yet accessible to the best shopping and restaurants that Scottsdale has to offer. The pool is a good size and you can swim 'lengths'. The owner was very helpful in providing local advice and the manager was also quick in responding to a couple of small queries.
We'll definitely be back ....... probably next year !
This house is a great find!! this was our first stay in scottsdlae and we were very impressed!! The house is in a great neightborhood and was very quiet. The home is perfect for 4 couples and the master suite was outstanding! Thanks to Sandy and Reinhold!! we will return!!
From the moment we made our arrangements, things progressed smoothly. The owner was remarkably accommodating, the property manager was prompt and efficient, and the home was absolutely beautiful. Not only was it spotlessly clean, the house was fully stocked with everything we needed. The pool and hot tub were well maintained, as were the grounds. There were convenient walking paths across the street, and grocery stores and restaurants were just minutes away. Although it was approximately 20 miles from the airport, the majority of the drive was on two major highways.The weather was fantastic with clear, blue skies and temperatures in the 70's. We highly recommend this property and would love to visit every year!
Our property is just a short drive up on McDowell Mountain Ranch Road, enjoy the breeze and Mountain view and yet so close to alll amenities. Steps to McDowell Mountain Golf Club and Javelina Trail, Twisted Lizard pub and restaurant is 3 minutes drive down the road, AJ Fine Foods and numerous shopping opportunities are just down at the foot of the Mountain where Hwy 101 & Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard connects.
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Summer Jul 01- Aug 31 $250/ nt $1600/wk +tax
Fall Sep 01 - Nov 30 $300/nt $1900/wk +tax
Winter Dec 01 - Apr 30 $360/nt $2300/wk +tax
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Heating EXTRA for Swimming Pool & Whirlpool. Holiday periods rate slightly higher
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Favorite Teams | Florida Gators & Jacksonville Jaguars
About | Kyle is a Senior at the University of Florida studying Telecommunications. He works for ESPN radio 850 on campus covering all things Gator sports. He also covers the Jacksonville Jaguars for an NBC sports affiliate out of Ocala FL. Kyle currently anchors sports for WUFT TV and as a production major he is bettering his skills as a cameraman and editor as well. He also assists in play-by-play and color commentary for the prepzone.com.
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Favorite Teams | Florida Gators, Miami Dolphins
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Favorite Teams | Florida State Seminoles, Miami Dolphins, New York Yankees, New York Rangers, AC Milan
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I won't say Andy is an idiot, tho' he may be. I will say I don't understand it.
I have entered Mexico more than once. I just drove or rode in. No stop, no gate, no question, no nothing.
Now, the last time, I did have to stop for about 15 seconds to be x-rayed. But that was by the USA before I entered Mexico. The Mexicans don't care. Come on down, is their policy (oh, bring money).
This new x-ray supposedly is to be sure that no one is taking guns or drugs into Mexico.
I don't know what government idiot came up with that. No one takes drugs into Mexico. They go to Mexico, buy the drugs, then bring them back here.
Guns come into Mexico from south America and from the Middle East, not from the north.
It's just a new way for the government to waste 190 million dollars.
Now I remember why I seldom post on this forum.
The question was about going all the way to Argentina, not just Mexico. Everything south of the US border is not Mexico.
You can legally enter Baja California and Sonora with your vehicle for up to 72 hours without doing any paperwork. Mexico is kind of unique, in that they don't physically control their borders, so yes you can just ride across and go, unless you get the red light for a search. Any other Mexican state, or longer than 3 days, and you need a temporary import permit. It is your responsibility to know this, as they don't stop you to tell you this at the border. You would probably get stopped at a checkpoint 30 or 50 miles into the country and get turned around and told to get the permit. If you get to the interior without a permit, they can impound your bike if you get checked.
That is just Mexico. The other dozen or so countries I have been to in Latin America will have an actual barrier and guard, and you will not just sneak through.
BTW, thousands of guns are bought legally in the USA, and smuggled south for nefarious purposes, along with a few hundred that got down there with our governments help.
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I'm quite certain that more people are trying to cure Swine Flu than will every catch it. I'm also reasonably certain I'll end up regretting saying that.
However, its interesting to see how a multitude of more modern technology is being applied to the issue.
We can see from the Microsoft Virtual Earth heatmap that statistical data takes on a completely new life when combined with geographical data:
Microsoft Live Search Maps highlights reported cases
Virtual Earth Swine Flu Mashup
This concept is not entirely new in the world of BI. Indeed, visual representations of statistical data is a big part of what modern BI is all about.
It also highlights the value of giving BI to everyone. The more people looking at this data, the more potential solutions.
It makes sense therefore to think about the possibilities that adding a communications and collaboration platform alongside the BI solution so that those looking at the problem in different ways can discuss it and work together to solve it.
Are all of your employees able to look at your critical business problems together? Are they all able to get all the available and relevant insight? Are they able to discuss it and work together on ways to solve it?
Its not a huge leap for the imagination to draw a line between the threat Swine Flu poses to world health and the threat the financial crisis posed to the World economy.
THE BI Blog : Tracking Swine Flu with Microsoft Virtual Earth and Live Search
I think, most likely, by combining technology (such as mapping), as well as medical efforts (vaccine creation), and preventative measures on the part of the public (health-consciousness and use of flu masks), we may be able to cut down this pandemic in its tracks. Unfortunately, though, that may take some time.


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How many people have enrolled for 2015?
126,115 people in Oklahoma had enrolled in private plans through the exchange by February 22, when the 2015 open enrollment period and extension had ended. Total enrollment was far higher than the 90,000 HHS had predicted for the second open enrollment period – in fact, the exchange had already exceeded the projected target early in January.
54 percent of the 2015 enrollees were new to the exchange for 2015, while 46 percent already had a plan in 2014. 81 percent of the Oklahoma enrollees were eligible for premium subsidies for 2015.
In addition, 12,946 people in Oklahoma enrolled in Medicaid or CHIP through Healthcare.gov from November 15 to February 22. Medicaid/CHIP enrollment continues throughout the year.
Open enrollment for 2015 has ended, although there's a special enrollment period (March 15 to April 30) for people who owe a penalty for being uninsured in 2014, but who did not know about the penalty prior to filing their tax returns. Other than that, you will not be able to purchase an individual plan (including outside the exchange) for the rest of 2015 unless you have a qualifying event.
2015 rates and carriers
In the HHS-run Oklahoma exchange, six carriers are offering plans for 2015, up from four in 2014. Plans are available from Coventry, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma, and Time, as well as newcomers GlobalHealth and CommunityCare. Four carriers are offering dental plans on the exchange: Best Life, Dentegra, Delta Dental, and Guardian.
Across the four existing exchange carriers, premium changes range from a decrease of 9.1 percent to an increase of 29 percent. The weighted average is a 12.2 percent rate increase (as calculated by ACAsignups.net). But the addition of two new carriers should introduce a greater level of competition and hold premiums in check in 2016.
And if we focus just on the cheapest silver plans, Oklahoma is a good example of why it's so important to shop around for 2015 coverage. People with the cheapest silver plan from 2014 who are willing to shop around and switch to the cheapest silver plan for 2015 could see price decreases in most of the state. If they auto-renew their 2014 plan however, their price will go up instead.
Most 2014 enrollees who didn't switch to a new plan by December 15 were automatically renewed in their current plan for 2015. But they still have until February 15 to make changes that would go into effect in March (enrollments that were submitted by January 15 will have a February 1 effective date).
Subsidies still available…
Oklahoma has been in the news recently because of a court ruling on the Oklahoma v. Burwell lawsuit over the legality of subsidies in states with a federally-run exchange. Oklahoma has a federally-run exchange, and it was the state's Attorney General, Scott Pruitt, who initiated the lawsuit. In late September, a federal judge in Oklahoma ruled that subsidies cannot be issued by exchanges that are run by the federal government, but can only be issued in the 17 states where the state is running the exchange.
Despite this ruling, subsidies are still available in the federally-run Oklahoma exchange during the current open enrollment period. There is still a long way to go in this legal battle, and there's a decent chance that the courts will ultimately decide that the subsidies are legal nationwide, regardless of whether the state or HHS is running the exchange. But even if that is not the case, there is a federal statute that would prevent any future ruling from impacting subsidies that are currently being provided. So you do not need to worry that your 2014 subsidy will have to be paid back if the courts rule against subsidies in the federally-run exchange.
… but OK still working to take them away
Unfortunately for the people of Oklahoma (particularly the 36 thousand who enrolled with subsidies during the first month, the additional tens of thousands whose subsidized 2014 plans were auto-renewed, and all of the people who will enroll with subsidies between now and February 15), the state is still actively fighting to take away the federal subsidies in the exchange.
In late December, Oklahoma filed an amicus brief with the Supreme Court, urging the Court to side with King in the upcoming King v. Burwell hearing (ie, to do away with subsidies in states like Oklahoma that use Healthcare.gov). Five other states (Alabama, Georgia, Nebraska, South Carolina, and West Virginia) joined Oklahoma in filing the amicus brief. This is in contrast to Virginia, which headed a group of 18 states that filed an amicus brief in the similar Halbig v. Burwell case in November, but urging an opposite ruling, in favor of keeping the subsidies in all states regardless of who runs the exchange.
How many people enrolled in 2014?
69,221 people in Oklahoma had finalized their private plan enrollment in the state's exchange by April 19. The vast majority (about 60,000) of the private plans were sold by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma, and the carrier reported that another 25,000 people purchased their ACA-compliant plans off-exchange.
Obamacare enrollment can continue year-round when qualifying events trigger special enrollment periods. When 2015 rates were announced in early September, the data included a mention of the fact that 73,071 people were currently covered under private plans through the Oklahoma exchange at HealthCare.gov. That's an increase of nearly four thousand people over the summer, even after accounting for attrition.
According to a Gallup poll released in August, Oklahoma's uninsured rate was 21.4 percent in 2013, and had fallen to 17.5 percent by mid-2014.
Oklahoma was already allowing insurers to renew existing pre-ACA policies into 2014 prior to President Obama's announcement in mid-November that states and carriers could renew – rather than terminate – plans that were not ACA compliant for another year. So the state has largely avoided widespread cancellations in the individual and small business markets.
Medicaid and Insure Oklahoma
By mid-April, 17,374 applicants were eligible for Medicaid or CHIP under existing rules (they were already eligible pre-2014, but not enrolled). Oklahoma is not participating in Medicaid expansion at this time. Instead, in early September 2013, the state negotiated with the federal government to get a one year extension for the Insure Oklahoma program. The state received a second extension in June, 2014 that will keep Insure Oklahoma functional throughout 2015.
Insure Oklahoma subsidizes private health insurance for low income residents (up to 100 percent of poverty level – this is a decrease from the previous 200 percent limit that was in place prior to 2014), using tobacco taxes matched with federal funds that were scheduled to expire at the end of 2013 to make way for Medicaid expansion. The program will now continue to receive federal funds through 2015, but as of May 2014 it covers about 19,000 of the 30,000 people who were enrolled a year earlier, since Insure Oklahoma members with incomes above 100 percent of poverty have been able to transition to the federally-run Oklahoma exchange instead (roughly 225,000 residents in Oklahoma would have benefited from the expansion of Medicaid).
Despite the fact that Oklahoma has not expanded Medicaid, the state's program is facing a budget shortfall and in early July announced a 7.75 percent cut in Medicaid reimbursement rates for providers, which will result in a $48 million savings for the state, but leaves providers facing reduced payments, even as they provide healthcare for more than 17,000 new enrollees in the state's Medicaid program.
Political leadership's opposition to the ACA
Gov. Mary Fallin announced in November 2012 that Oklahoma would not implement a state-run health insurance exchange. In the same press release, Fallin expressed her support for a lawsuit brought by Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt. The suit contends the federal government cannot enforce the employer mandate or dispense tax subsidies in a state that has not authorized an exchange.
On August 12, 2013, a federal judge denied the federal government's motion to dismiss the case, and then on September 30, 2014, a federal judge sided with Pruitt and ruled that subsidies could not go to people in states with exchanges run by HHS. Similar cases were heard in other courts in the summer of 2014, and this issue is likely to eventually end up before the Supreme Court.
In addition to the lawsuit, on November 6 Pruitt joined AGs from nine other states in petitioning HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius to support "immediate legislative action" to correct various aspects of the ACA's implementation. And in February 2014, Republican Rep. Jon Echols introduced HB3364, which would provide a state tax credit to offset any shared responsibility penalties (individual mandate) incurred by Oklahoma residents. The bill did not proceed any further than introduction however.
Not surprisingly, a study released in late January 2014 found that Oklahoma was one of just five states that were "diehard hold outs" with regards to the ACA – doing nothing at all to help implement the law. And heading into the 2015 legislative session, Oklahoma state Representative Mike Ritze, a family physician, is focused on doing "everything we can to try and reverse [the ACA]" through state-based legislation.
The road to a federally-run exchange
The Fallin administration state officials initially showed some openness to a state-run exchange — if only as a slightly less distasteful option than a federally operated exchange. The Oklahoma Joint Committee on Federal Health Care Law studied exchange options and issued its final recommendations in February 2012. The committee supported a state-run exchange open to small businesses, but not individuals. A bill for this type of exchange, which is similar to Utah's exchange, was introduced but not passed in 2012.
In line with state leaders' opposition to the ACA, Oklahoma is not actively marketing the exchange to residents. However, three state organizations have received grants to act as navigators: Cardon Outreach in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Community Health Centers, Inc., and Little Dixie Community Action Agency, Inc.
HHS is running the exchange in Oklahoma. You can compare plan, determine subsidy eligibility and enroll in coverage at Healthcare.gov.
Oklahoma health insurance exchange links
State Exchange Profile: Oklahoma
The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation overview of Oklahoma's progress toward creating a state health insurance exchange.
Oklahoma Insurance Department
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I'm so psyched on my Floodlight jacket—finally, a quality down jacket that's waterproof! No more needing to wear a rain jacket or waterproof layer over my down jacket! And the stylish looks of this jacket don't hurt either. It's long enough to be a good ski jacket, and the hood fits great, even over my various ski and climbing helmets. I love how it stuffs into the pocket, doubling as a perfect, cozy pillow for alpine overnights.My only gripes would be that it's a bit baggy in the middle and the waterproof Pertex fabric shows some of the feathers through. I got the flame (red) and that hides the feathers better than the apple. I bet the black would hide them even more. But some like that look, and it really isn't noticeably worse than most down jackets out there. Really minor gripes in what will be my go-to jacket for the next several months!
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I finally got the condo bedroom completely finished yesterday! This room needed the most work of any room in the condo, so it's such a relief to have it finished. It might even be my favorite room in the condo! The closets that I built were the most expensive thing in the room, but I think the added storage is so important in a condo this … [Read more...]
DIY Faux Fur Rug (How To Fake A Flokati)
After a few days of rest, relaxation, eating food I shouldn't, and spending time with my family, I finally headed back to the condo this weekend to continue the work there. Most of the work I did isn't blog-worthy -- painting walls, grouting floors, cleaning, etc. But I did do a fun project for the bedroom last night. I made a faux fur rug that … [Read more...]
Bedside Tables – Two Options For My IKEA Rast Hack (Your Vote Decides!)
Just as I figured, I'm going to need one more day to finish my herringbone "tile" lamp bases. I really started to think that I could get them finished in time to show you today, but as I was outside at 10:00 last night spraying the second lamp base with clear coat, I realized that it just wasn't going to happen. The bases are finished, but I … [Read more...]
Our New Bedside Tables…With A Thousand Possiblities (IKEA Rast Hack Ideas)
Well, my days of using a step ladder as my bedside table are over. We sprung for two brand new bedside tables, and only the best would do for us. :-D Yes, we spent and entire $75 (including tax) for our two new IKEA Rast three-drawer chests. I have wanted these silly little things since the day we moved into our house. The problem is … [Read more...]
DIY Stained Wood Raised Platform Bed Frame – Finished!!
Well, in all honesty, the bed frame isn't completely finished. I was putting on the first coat of polyurethane last night at 10:00 while Matt was already in bed. :-D I still need to do some fine sanding and add probably two more coats of polyurethane to even out the sheen. (You'll see what I mean in the pictures.) But for now, I'm calling … [Read more...]
DIY Stained Wood Raised Platform Bed Frame – Part 2
Well, my friends, I didn't get the platform bed frame completely finished like I had hoped. (Click here to read Part 1 of this raised platform bed frame project if you missed it.) I only had a couple of hours to work on it yesterday, but I did get all of the decorative trim attached, so I wanted to show you how I did that. Trim always makes such … [Read more...]
DIY Stained Wood Raised Platform Bed Frame – Part 1
I've finally made some progress on my DIY stained wood raised platform bed frame. I still need to add all of the pretty trim and stain the whole thing, but I at least got it to the point where it was usable last night. And here's what it looks like so far. It's definitely a step in the right direction, especially considering that this has … [Read more...]
Bedroom Decorating Indecision
Enough about trees. Let's get back to the decorating, shall we? :) I'm hoping to order fabric for my bedroom this weekend, but in true Kristi fashion, every time I go to click that "Purchase" button, I start second-guessing myself. I hate that I do that. That's why we lived in this condo for three years before I decided how I wanted to … [Read more...]
Placing The Bed In Front Of A Window: A Decorating Faux Pas?
It's Friday, y'all! That means I only have two more days of working on my hardwood floors, and they'll be DONE! They need two more coats of finish on them, so I'll put the final coat of "original" sheen on today (which is a semi-gloss sheen), and then I'll put the satin finish on tomorrow, and they'll be finished!!! It's been such a long … [Read more...]
The Decorating Plan For Our Master Bedroom
Several of you have asked me what will be the first room I decorate in the house. I think I've finally decided that I'll tackle the master bedroom first. It seems to the be room for which I have the most concrete ideas. Well, I have definite plans for the master bedroom and the hallway bathroom, but after working so long and hard on … [Read more...]


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When Coco Tran and Fleurs De France join forces, there's no telling how gorgeous a wedding gallery will be. They're two of our most adored talents in the industry, and when they sent along this Meadowood Napa Valley celebration, my eyes were instantly glued to the screen. It's the little details like emerald cut engagement ring, to the the floral stationery suite by Ceci Of New York and the bride's gorgeous glow a la Artistry By Danika that all add up into something truly special. Go ahead and see for yourself.
From The Bride…Chris and I met at work in FL and we were friends for a few years. We both moved to separate cities for new job opportunities (me in Chicago and him to the Bay area). We kept in touch and kindled our relationship during his work travels to Chicago. So, after a year and half of long distance I decided to make the move to San Francisco and then 6 months later we were engaged! We are truly each others best friend.
I grew up in a small beach town in Ft. Myers, FL. My family is from Buenos Aires, Argentina. My parents were both born and raised there and my sister was also born there before my parents moved to the states; so I am the first generation american. We traveled a lot growing up, and I used to spend my summers in Buenos Aires. For college, I went to Florida State University (FSU) in Tallahassee.
Chris proposed in Halfmoon bay at Ritz Carlton as the sun was setting. There was a bag piper playing as he went down on his knee which was so fitting because he is Irish. Afterwards, my family surprised me and we all celebrated together over dinner and cocktails friends. It was a magical evening.
My vision for the wedding is timeless sophistication, and elegance…The whole wedding team I assembled have executed my vision flawlessly…The day was perfect. Thank you Coco for capturing the day and details so well. We are so excited !
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Elektron releases the SID Redux sound pack for Rytm
Classic Commodore 64 sounds available for the analogue drum machine from Elektron
The latest expansion pack for the Elektron Analog Rytm has arrived, and the Swedish beat wizards have sampled their first ever machine, the Sidstation. Designed solely for the Analog Rytm, the SID Redux sound pack promises a collection of gnarly, home computerish, and totally wonderful percussive sounds.
Key features include:
- Sound pack size: 24.4 MB.
- 16 bit/48 kHz/mono WAV samples.
- 1 project. 16 patterns. 16 kits.
- Scene and performance macros for each kit.
- 17 kicks. 14 snares. 3 toms. 5 hi-hats. 1 cymbal. 2 cowbells. 1 clap. 1 shaker.
- 8 synth tones.
The SID Redux sound pack comes hot on the heels of Straight 808, the first sound pack for the Analog Rytm. This is a hand-picked selection of tape saturated 808 samples, all recorded by Goldbaby.
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dont care how many times suggested, i continue to lobby for it, crypic myself and many others will pay for this!!!
as for those who care continuity, lets be honest I blew up about 8 neghvar's today with my 23rd century constitution class ship, just pretend a large number of mirror terrans decided to team up or sign up as mercenaries with the federation to fight off klingons (remember the war is still hot) to get continual revenge, even in this universe, against them for enslaving mirror humanity for so long or something


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"We're America. We can find a way to walk and chew gum at the same time," Freeman said. "We can make the process more efficient. We can use a world-class air traffic control system that reduces the amount of space between planes that enables planes to fly a more direct route to their destination."
The catch, of course, is who is going to pay for all of it. New equipment would be required in planes and at airports and control centers. Some airports are already testing some of the technology and some airlines, such as Alaska, are putting it in their planes. But there are still several funding and legislative issues in Congress to be resolved.
"We basically have in many cases the equivalent of an Atari ping pong game as the technology running our air traffic control system. You have 1980s computers running a lot of this stuff," said Rick Seaney, CEO of FareCompare.com and an ABCNews.com columnist.
Seaney advocates moving up the time frame for implementing NextGen.
"I know the government wants to do everything kind of slowly," Seaney said.
U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., said Thursday that the country's aviation system is "in shambles" and the FAA needs more resources to prevent such problems from continuing.
"If we don't deliver the resources, manpower, and technology the FAA needs to upgrade the system, these technical glitches that cause cascading delays and chaos across the country are going to become a very regular occurrence," he said in a statement.
Daniel Baker, CEO of FlightAware, an online flight tracking and planning service, said the biggest problem with the current system is just how far apart each plane has to stay.
The GPS system, he said, is "much more precise than radar."
"The air traffic system control today was never designed to cope with as much traffic as there is with airline passengers, private planes and cargo flights," Baker said. "There's just way, way more than was ever anticipated."
But don't expect a new system to be perfect.
"You could have a new system that could crash in the same way," he said. "You're always going to have situations where there are computer problems."


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Rural Frazee resident Robert Cummings stands next to one of his many captivating landscape oil paintings. Originals and prints can be viewed and purchased at his website, www.rjcummingsart.com. Photo by Barbie Porter
The Sikkila Strawberry Farm in rural Osage has two weeks left for berry pickers to enjoy the locally-grown fruit. Photos by Barbie Porter
Chelsea Sikkila (right) tests a berry to make sure they're ripe and delicious while her brothers fill pre-picked orders.
Crystal Andersen (from left) holds a photograph of her mom Mary, who went missing in the 1980s. Crystal, along with her family members Wendy Ketter, Eileen Andersen, Debbie Korf and brother Joe Andersen (not pictured) have spent years searching for Mary, who was recently found through DNA testing. Photo by Barbie Porter
As a child, Mary held a birthday cake with what her mother called a common mischievous look. The family has only a few black and white photographs of her.
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