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In response to the overwhelming demand and popularity of the MCP655 Series FrozenCPU.com has worked with Swiftech to bring you a more versatile version. Want your pump to run as quiet as possible? Now you can have that as well as the available power of the MCP655 in the all new MCP655-PWM. That is right, a PWM version on the MCP655!!
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Reviewer: mrnuke (21)
It works great. Lots of flow. A little on the noisy side, but the PWM control fixes that. The construction is great. Every little part of this pump reaks of quality. I only have two complaints. For one, the wires have no stress relief coming out of the pump''s body. Second, the wires are not sleeved. Both of these issues can be easily solved with a bit of patience. Overall, this is probably the best D5 pump money can buy.
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The pump was great until it failed about 6 months after installation. I managed to get a replacement, but this time I think I''m going to leave the PWM controller disconnected from the motherboard and just run it at full speed. Maybe something about the varying speed wears out the pump or something...
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Quiet and powerful as advertised. But. Worked for less than half a year and then suddenly died. Something with the controller. It doesn''t turn on and mobo displays a CPU fan error. Does anyone have schematics?
Very nice flow, and quiet with Feedback and control. Awesome!06-27-2013
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Very quiet. Can''t hear them on highest setting unless I put my ear right next to them. Moves alot of water. I have 2 in parallel configured to shut my pc down if they ever stop working. My XSPC reservoir scared me enough to switch to something I could run parallel in case a pump failed. Running 2 MCP655''s in a Koolance rp-452x2 reservoir.
absolutely impressed....06-11-2013
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Susanna Horenbout's chance meeting with a jeweller from Antwerp, an old family friend, pulls her and her betrothed, courtier John Parker, into a deadly plot against the King. Ever since Henry VIII's sister Mary gave him the spectacular Mirror of Naples, part of the French Crown Jewels, the King of France has been plotting to get it back. After the French king's capture in battle, the secret deal struck for the jewel's return with a powerful figure in Henry's court, Cardinal Wolsey, is in jeopardy-- and French agents in London are taking matters into their own hands. But the powerful Duke of Norfolk has caught wind of the secret deal, and sees the planned theft as an opportunity to rid himself of a hated rival at court -- even if it means plunging England into an unwinnable war with France. As Susanna and John Parker desperately search for the jewel, trying to stay one step ahead of the French, they're swept into a power struggle with men who do not care who they crush to get what they want. And with the fate of Henry's kingship in the balance, they must figure out who Henry's true enemies are--before it's too late.
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text: Eagle 2nd Class City in the Southeast Fairbanks Census Area Community Details Incorporation Type 2nd Class City Area Type Community Current Population 81 Population Comment 2014 DCCED Commissioner Certified Figure Borough/Census Area FIPS Code 240 Place FIPS 20380 Economy Subsistence Yes Residents Age 16 and Over 110 Residents Employed in 2013 40 Residents Employed (%) 36 Employed in all 4 Quarters (%) 55 Employed in Private Sector (%) 40 Employed in Local Gov. (%) 48 Employed in State Gov. (%) 13 Resident Wages in 2013 ($) 714,038 New Hires 11 Unemployment Insurance Claimants 14 Local Labor Market Info URL http://live.laborstats.alaska.gov/alari/index.cfm?r=3&b=24&p=81&goplace=go Economy - Fisheries Participation and Earnings CDQ Participant No CQE Eligible No All Fisheries, Permit Holders 0 All Fisheries, Permits Issued 0 Economy - Fuel Prices Fuel Price Data Month January 2015 Gallon of Heating Fuel ($) 5.00 Gallon of Gasoline ($) 5.00 Gallon of Propane ($) 4.87 Election, Recording, and Judicial Districts Senate District C Senator Click Bishop (R) House District 6 Representative David Talerico (R) Judicial District 4 Recording District Fairbanks Facilities and Amenities Municipal Facilities & Utilities Watering Point, Volunteer Fire/EMS/Ambulance, Roads, Recreation Broadband Internet Available No Broadband Cell Phone Services No Cell Phone Service Available No Geography and Climate Location The City of Eagle and Eagle Village are located on the Taylor Highway, 6 miles west of the Alaska-Canadian border. Eagle is on the left bank of the Yukon River at the mouth of Mission Creek. The Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve is northwest of the area. Community Map Available No Latitude 64.7881 Longitude -141.2000 Sq Mi Land 1.00 Climate Eagle falls within the continental climate zone, characterized by extreme temperature differences. The continental climate zone encompasses most of the central part of the state and experiences extremely cold winters and warm summers. Weather Station Name Eagle Max. Daily Precipitation (Inches) 1.0 Climate Data Year July 1, 2013 through July 1, 2014 Total Precipitation (Inches) 17.7 Max. Measured Snow Depth (Inches) 18 Total Snowfall (Inches) 58 Max. Daily Temperature (°F) 92 Min. Daily Temperature (°F) -55 History and Culture History The area has been the historical home to Han Kutchin Indians. Established as a log house trading station called "Belle Isle" around 1874, it operated intermittently as a supply and trading center for miners working the upper Yukon and its tributaries. Eagle City was founded in 1897 and was named after the nesting eagles on nearby Eagle Bluff. By 1898, the population had grown to over 1,700. A U.S. Army camp was established in 1899, and Fort Egbert was completed in 1900. Eagle became the first incorporated city in the Interior in January 1901. The Valdez-Eagle Telegraph line was completed in 1903. By 1910, Fairbanks and Nome gold prospects had lured away many, and the population had declined to 178. Fort Egbert was abandoned in 1911. Culture The adjacent Eagle Village is home to Alaska Natives. Subsistence activities are part of the lifestyle. Indigenous Language Han Federally Recognized Tribe No Municipal Powers Public Education Not permitted to provide this service. Planning, Platting and Land Use Regulation Not required to exercise the powers in any circumstance, but may be permitted in all cases in the manner described for first class cities. Property Tax Powers May tax up to 20 mills, except where a higher levy is required to avoid default. Voter approval required. Sales Tax Powers No limit on the rate of levy of sales taxes; however, voter approval is required. Other Powers Not Prohibited May exercise other powers not prohibited by law. City Council or Assembly Composition and Apportionment 7 members elected at-large, except the council may provide for election other than at-large. Election and Term of Mayor Elected from the city council for a 1-year term, unless a longer term is provided by ordinance. Mayor selected by council (or by voters upon adoption of ordinance). Vote by Mayor Votes on all matters. Veto Power of the Mayor Does not have veto power. Power of Eminent Domain Permitted, but requires voter approval. Ability to Attain Home-Rule Status May not adopt home-rule charter without first reclassifying to a first-class city. Regions Borough/Census Area Southeast Fairbanks Census Area ANCSA Regional Non-Profit Tanana Chiefs Conference School District Alaska Gateway School District DCRA Alaska Region Interior Region Climate Region Continental Taxes Transportation Transportation Eagle has access to the state road system and Canada only during summer months via the Taylor and Top of the World Highways. It's located 370 miles by road from Fairbanks, or 198 air miles. A state-owned gravel airstrip is available; flights originate from Fairbanks. Goods are shipped in by air during the winter months. The community is located on the banks of the Yukon River and some residents own boats. Harbor/Dock No State Ferry No Cargo Barge Yes Road Connection Yes Coastal No FAA Weather Cam http://avcams.faa.gov/index.php?lat=64.76883555824906&lng=-141.16360099999991&z=13 Housing - 2010 Census Total Housing Units 150 Total Households 41 Family Households 25 Average Household Size 2.10 Total Occupied Housing Units 41 Total Vacant Housing Units 109 Occupied Housing Units (%) 27.3 Owner Occupied Units (%) 100.0 Renter Occupied Units (%) 0.0 Vacant Housing Units (%) 72.7 Vacant Due to Seasonal Use (%) 66.1 Census Population History Population in 1900 383 Population in 1910 178 Population in 1920 98 Population in 1930 54 Population in 1940 73 Population in 1950 55 Population in 1960 92 Population in 1970 36 Population in 1980 110 Population in 1990 168 Population in 2000 129 Population in 2010 86 Population by Age - 2010 Census 19 or Younger 18 20 to 64 51 65 and Older 17 Median Age 56 Other Population Characteristics - 2010 Census Population by Gender: Female 41 Population by Gender: Male 45 Percent Native, Alone or in Combination with Another Race 9.20 Income - 2009-2013 ACS 5-Year Estimates Per Capita Income 15,771 Per Capita Income - Margin of Error +/-4,081 Median Household Income 37,000 Median Household Income - Margin of Error +/-20,122 Median Family Income 38,125 Median Family Income - Margin of Error +/-10,789 Poverty - 2009-2013 ACS 5-Year Estimates Population for whom poverty status is determined 107 Total Population - Margin of Error +/-50 Persons below poverty level (%) 36.40 Persons below poverty level (%) - Margin of Error +/-18.0 All Individuals below 125 percent of poverty level 49 Persons below 125% of poverty level - Margin of Error +/-33


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It is smoothie time in my house. Morning. Lunch. Afternoon. Not that I'm complaining.
It is the result of a new blender. A good blender. One that doesn't sound like a rock crusher that has thrown a belt. That was the old one. Loud. Tedious. Troubled. It made smoothies with the consistency of a fruit cocktail. Once I sprained my face trying to suck a mango chunk through a straw.
So I bought us a new one. I didn't know what I was unleashing.
It was the worst news I have ever received in an email. I slumped back in my seat, swallowed hard and contemplated crying.
"You did this," I scolded myself. "You have no one to blame but yourself."
How could I have been such a fool?
"Howdy," the email started out. I should have sensed right then it was bad. I should have Googled "cheap cave for sale Arkansas" and then gone into hiding like a hermit. I should have clicked "delete" straight away.
"Do those shoes fit anymore?" I asked my daughter as we headed out the door to walk the dog.
I was shocked by what I saw. I thought she was wearing a doll's shoes. I imagined little toes curled up inside like a roll of paper towels. That they might burst free at any moment.
She looked at her feet. "Nope," she answered. "They don't."
"Then why are you still wearing them?" I asked. "That looks incredibly painful."
I like a campfire for its technological simplicity. Pile up some sticks. Crumple up some newspaper. Light it. Stand back. Watch it smolder out. Curse and repeat until you have a roaring fire, or you burn down the forest after resorting to gasoline.
Simple. Technology-free. Back to basics. Analog in a digital world. So different from everything else in our lives. Our technology-saturated and digitally-dependent lives.
No app on my iPhone will start that fire.
I knew what I was in for when I played the voicemail message and heard what sounded like a train wreck being swallowed by a tornado to the tune of whirling banshees.
Children. Three of them. All staying at my house. One of them mine. Two from out of town.
They had decided to leave me a message: "BONGO JIMMY," they screamed. A phrase I made up. Played back to me it sounded like an ice pick to the ear drums.
I considered phoning a travel agent and booking a trip somewhere quiet and peaceful and heavy on the Mai Tais.
Oh no. It's July 6. Deep into summer. Cresting the hill. No, heading downhill. Picking up speed. And with so much left to do.
Daggone summer house projects!
I live in an old house. A really old house. One that needs what all old houses need: Money. Attention. Brain cells. (And I long ago filed for bankruptcy on that last one.)
Old houses will consume you. They will turn your summer into one long, unending project. That is, unless you procrastinate long enough and never begin any projects. Then your house will literally fall down and consume you.
"Dad!" pounced the kid as I walked in the door for lunch. "Ready to do some science experiments?"
Ambushed is more like it. Was it even at the door? Maybe it was out by the front gate. She jumped me from the bushes like some kind of jungle cat.
"Come on. Let's get to work!"
I didn't even have time to put my keys down before I was dragged off.
Pop was in town. That's my dad. He went shopping. "I hope it's OK," he said.
Ah, how I missed you, oppressive, swarming, relentless Florida heat.
It seems you were on vacation this year. Took some time off. Came back late. But I realized last weekend you're finally home. You've unpacked and you're ready to torch.
I was outside cutting down tree branches. It was Sunday morning. Father's Day. There are few better ways to celebrate being a father than firing up a chain saw, gnawing through some wood and praying that the teetering branch the length of Texas doesn't come down on you like a cartoon fly swatter.
The World Cup is officially underway. Billions across the planet are tuned in, hanging on every pass, hoping their team will pull off glory.
And then there's you! Wondering what it's all about. Why it's so special. Maybe trying to understand soccer, so you can be part of this global madness in Brazil.
To help, I've put together a list of top things you should know about the tournament:
Sometimes you have to let your inner stupid out. Other times you need a good smack to the forehead, lodging him deep, deep inside.
That's what I'm wrestling with as the little voice in my head keeps imploring me to let my inner stupid free.
Do I listen? Do I?
It's all thanks to a colleague. He approached me at a work picnic and asked if I wanted to partake in something life changing. Something liberating. Something I would never forget.
That's the size of the red bike helmet with pink tiger stripes. It arrived in the mail for my daughter. (Not for me! I would have picked butterflies.)
The size? I'll say it again. Youth!
With an exclamation point. As in, "Daggone" or "Are you kidding me?!?"
Because that's the way it made me feel when I read it.
More like, Youch!
The old bike helmet had started fitting her like a Yamaka. Like one of those silly, undersized hats that monkeys sometimes wear.
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First drive review: Porsche 911 Carrera 4S
Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet
Phillip Island is bathed in autumn sunshine and there's a gaggle of Cape Barren geese feeding on the edge of the circuit just at the exit of the super-fast first corner.
Surprisingly, there's a few disappointed faces among Porsche's management team. Not by the geese ("they'll get out of the way... eventually", says chief driving instructor and former V8 Supercar racer, Tomas Mezera) but by the weather.
That's because we're here to drive the latest incarnation of Porsche's all-wheel drive 911, the 991-series Carrera 4, and some would rather we experienced its benefits in torrential rain. It's Phillip Island, so they just needed to wait another day...
Available in both coupe and cabriolet bodystyles, in either standard Carrera 4 (257kW 3.4-litre flat six and starting from $255,400) or Carrera 4S (294kW 3.8-litre flat six starting from $$289,400) and with the seven-speed manual or seven-speed PDK automatic, the all-wheel drive variants now double the number of all-new 911 models available in Australia.
Before getting out on track, we're told there's a few distinct styling differences between the regular rear-drive C2 and C4 models, but only a trainspotter would be able to pick them at the front. At the other end of the car, however, the C4's signature red strip between the taillights is the most obvious identifying feature, and now that it is illuminated it stands out even further. If that's not enough, then there's a massive double-decked badge on the decklid that, literally, spells out what it is; PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4S.
The biggest difference - and the one that Porsche admits has more attraction to its customers than the all-wheel drive system itself - is its wider rear guards, extended by 44mm to accommodate even wider rear rubber (up from 295mm to 305mm) to further improve the grip and traction it can generate.
The all-wheel drive system has been tweaked slightly over the last-generation and still uses a wet-pack clutch system to distribute upto 100 per cent of its drive to the front axle in adverse conditions. In normal circumstances though, it is more naturally rear-biased and will only send around 30 percent power to the front wheels.
But it is the improvements to its electronic brain that is more significant, with Porsche claiming it does it all quicker than ever before to ensure a seamless operation. And, in combination with its torque vectoring rear axle and using the ABS system to control it across the front, it constantly directs power to the wheels that need it most, improving the car's traction, stability and agility.
The dilemma has always been that sending power to the front wheels - and the extra 50kgs the system adds - has robbed previous-gen 911s of some of its hallmark steering intimacy. With the electric power steering system, that doesn't seem to be the case anymore.
It's only as its pushed to the absolute limits that you notice the subtle handling differences between the standard Carrera and 4S models. The extra rear track width plays a major role in improving its high-speed stability and, at the opposite end of the scale, its rear-biased traction out of slower corners.
In fact, it seems to be the more dominant factor than the all-wheel drive system itself, which goes about its business almost invisibly behind the scenes. It has none of the slight tugging through the wheel, or even the tendency to understeer, that previous C4 models had.
But if you do want to know what is going on under there, there's an extra mode in the multi-function screen that displays the torque split across all four wheels though a series of bar graphs.
The rest of the driving experience is as it is in other 911s.
There's that delicate balance between the amount of grip it can produce and its everyday ride comfort that is only compromised by a degree of tyre noise from its large rear boots filtering into the cabin.
The extra mid-range torque offered by the 3.8-litre S-spec engine makes it the pick of the powerplants, and the flexibility of the PDK - which is brilliant in auto mode, completely intuitive in Sports mode and lightning fast when you use the paddle shifters as a manual - makes it the gearbox to have.
But, considering Australia doesn't experience the snow-covered winters of Europe and North America where the all-wheel drive system has its advantages, is it worth paying the $30k-odd premium the C4 models command over the rear-drivers? Because it doesn't interfere as much with the 911's unique character, and offers tangible improvements in stability and traction, this time it actually makes sense.
But, for most, it's not about the all-wheel drive system at all, it's about those gorgeous, curvy hips. And that's just human instinct.
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they are actually canadian geese, and they are not afraid to stand at the apex and raise their wings in disgust at anything with wheels that comes towards them. This often ends in tears.
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- frank
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- March 18, 2013, 4:10PM
Those silly geese! I can understand them staring down a Lexus, or a Nissan, coming for them. But 911's are automotive royalty. Everything, and everyone, should bow before them and get the hell out of the way.
Porsche. Be legendary....
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- Nathan Wind
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- March 18, 2013, 7:28PM
The explanation given for the wider rear guards and bigger rear tyres doesn't make sense, under normal conditions with 30% of power going to the front wouldn't the back wheels have less to do than those of a 2wd version?
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- loosewheel
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- March 18, 2013, 4:54PM
Going wider at rear with AWD isn't for better straight-line traction, it's for betting cornering grip especially given Porsches have 40/60 weight bias which is quite spectacular given most supercars these days try to achieve 50/50 distribution. Quite simply, as they corner, the rear needs as much grip as possible to put as much power down as possible to come out of the apex. Only when this cannot occur due to rain/snow/bad driving, would the front axles come to rescue. To drive a standard RWD 911 at its pinnacle takes a long time. Hence the reason for AWD. The extra rear tyre width is beneficial regardless of its driving wheel disposition.
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- Mech Engineer
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- March 19, 2013, 9:46AM
Porsche... please do a TDI version! Please. Look up Trident with its 7L Tdi unit. I really want a 4 seater Tdi sports coupe that can beat the crap outta Nissan GTR!! Please!!!
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- Diesel man
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- Mt Druitt
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- March 18, 2013, 5:43PM
A GTR will destroy this every day of the week, and save you about a hundred grand.
Seriously, whats the point?
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- Rob
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- Sydney
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- March 18, 2013, 7:54PM
A GTR blah blah...
Like a hatful of the proverbial, the GTR is one ugly thing. And by destroy, you mean beat around a track - well done. The GT3 or turbo 911s are the track specials.
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- Duhhh
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- March 19, 2013, 7:31AM
Not everything is about how fast you can go around a track! Porsche provides a quality that is comparable to Mercedes S-class and a performance comparable to a Ferrari!
I suggest you buy Ariel Atom! It destroys GTR every day of the week!
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- GTR sucks!
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- March 19, 2013, 7:40AM
Not only is your maths incorrect GT-r is $190K this is $255K difference = $65K but by the time you tweak your buzzbox with the extras you'll need to match the Porsche then it'll probably come out around the same.
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- selector 2
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Freeman Facial Peel-Off Mask Cucumber
172 reviews
62% would repurchase
Package Quality: 3.6
Price: $
Package Quality: 3.6
Price: $
Not tested on animals
INGREDIENTSwater, alcohol, polyvinyl alcohol, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, butyrospermum parkii (shea butter), cucumis sativus (cucumber) fruit extract, polyvinylpyrrolidone, propylene glycol, aloe barbadensis leaf extract, panthenol, methylparaben, hydrolized silk, polysorbate 20, sodium pca, allantoin, disodium edta, menthyl lactate, propylparaben, ascorbic acid, thiotaine, vitamin e acetate, fragrance (parfum), blue 1
on 11/1/2011 12:26:00 AM
Age: 18 & Under
Skin: Sensitive, Olive, Warm
Hair: Brown, Relaxed, Fine
Eyes: Brown
Great Mask. Smells great, and it is extremely cheap. This stuff brightens my skin very well, It is a little hard to peel off though.
on 10/31/2011 11:55:00 PM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Normal, Olive, Not Sure
Hair: Black, Other, Other
Eyes: Brown
Nice smell and fun to play with but didn't take off any of the blackheads and impurites on my skin :/
on 10/19/2011 3:14:00 PM
Age: 18 & Under
Skin: Acne-prone, Fair, Not Sure
Hair: Brunette, Other, Other
Eyes: Hazel
This product is so good :) I absolutely love it! It is very cheap and it works wonders for my skin. It reduces redness and calms my skin so much. The product has a cooling sensation after it's been on for a few minutes and it feels SOO good :D I just had some acne surgery/peel and my skin felt red and irritated, I applied this (stung a bit at first) and it helped cool down my skin and the next morning the redness went down. I've had it for a couple of days and already love it. I've been using it everyday and it helps my skin so much. It's so cheap, even if it doesn't work for you, you're not risking too much. I got this for like $3. Plus, it's cool to peel it off afterward. It doesn't hurt too much to peel it off but I know girls who say it hurts if it get's in their eyebrows or sideburns, so be careful when applying. I love the Freeman Feeling Beautiful masks, so far this is one of my favorite's by far <3
on 10/14/2011 4:28:00 PM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Oily, Medium, Not Sure
Hair: Brown, Other, Other
Eyes: Brown
Ladies! Harris Teeter has this product BUY ONE GET ONE FREE...I know of all places right? I love this product and its cheap!!! I don't know how long the sale will last but hey its worth a try getting out out there!
on 10/13/2011 9:19:00 PM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Oily, Tan, Not Sure
Hair: Brunette, Other, Other
Eyes: Brown
For the price, I think this is a good product. I bought it a long time back and only started using it very recently.
I think it helps cleaning my skin but I am not fond of the very chemical smell of the product when you first apply it to your face. I really have no other complaints and may consider re-purchasing it but I think I may want to explore other options.
on 10/12/2011 1:00:00 AM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Combination, Fair, Cool
Hair: Black, Other, Medium
Eyes: Brown
Let me start off by saying that I have horribly sensitive hormonal cystic acne, and combination acne prone skin that can very easily be aggravated by certain products. This, thankfully, was not one of them.
I first bought a little packet of this from Wally World to make sure I was not allergic to it. The consistency, as expected, is sticky, but not too sticky that it's impossible to work with. The fragrance isn't overbearing, and the product is clear, which some people may or may not like. The product takes 15-25 minutes to dry (even though the bottle reads 5-10) and remains shiny upon application and when dry. Just pat your fingers on the surface to see if it's still wet or not before removal.
I can't say how long a tube lasts, because I apply this all over my face and jawline, so I'm sure I use more than most people. When I apply it all over my face, it doesn't stick fully around my mouth (probably because I'm either snacking or talking to someone as it dries). This makes it easy for me to peel off since I have a loosened up starting point. If you just want to apply it to certain areas, you can get it off by rubbing your finger pads across the edges. I also don't apply it when my face is freshly cleansed, because it doesn't peel off as easily, nor leave my skin feeling soft. I let some of my natural oils come back, and after applying and removing it, the pH balance all over my face seems to be perfectly even! Dry patches are soft, oily patches are smooth. It preps my skin better for make-up than any cheap or high end primer I've used.
This is great to use if you get excess, noticeable dead skin on your face due to weather or breakouts. It doesn't pull out my blackheads, but it does loosen them up. If it could pull out my blackheads that easily, it would probably aggravate my entire face pretty badly.
Also, you shouldn't get it in your brows nor hairline. It comes out painlessly, and doesn't hurt when the mask is peeled off, but it's just an annoyance to get the excess product out. If you have a brow brush, run it back and forth over the areas.
Overall, good for the price (three bucks and some change), gentle, doesn't irritate my acne; will definitely repurchase.
on 9/27/2011 7:15:00 PM
Age: 18 & Under
Skin: Combination, Medium, Not Sure
Hair: Black, Other, Other
Eyes: Brown
It's really nice to apply, although it takes about 15-20mins rather than the 5-10mins it says on the tube, but no big deal (for me,) just more time to relax as it dries.
I'm not sure if it's just me, but when I first (and still happens) applied it, it started to sting my eyes, (I start applying at the hollow area of the cheeks. Note that I do not have sensitive eyes.
It was easy (and fun!) to peel, though you won't be able to peel it all at once if you applied it unevenly. It was assuring to see the..impurites? Dead skin? That stuck onto the mask upon peeling- as it is doing t's job of clearing the skin. It also left my skin soft and smoother.
Aside from the weird stinging and the longer wait time some MUA users may dislike, I did not like how it was a clear colour. It makes it hard to determine if I could apply closer to my eyebrows and hair..edges?, and trust me- it's a serious pain-in-the-arse to take out. Trying to remove it when it's still wet will just make it worse, but when peeling it off when it's finally dry will take some time, and risking some hairs.
Will not buy again, I'm sure there's products out there that work just as well as this without these complications for me. Though it is worth trying!
on 8/16/2011 12:18:00 PM
Age: 18 & Under
Skin: Combination, Tan, Not Sure
Hair: Black, Other, Other
Eyes: Brown
Good stuff! It's not so effective in using as a spot treatment but this definitely cleans out the pores. I put this on after just rinsing my face with water and then when I peeled it off a whole lotta junk stuck to the mask which was gross but when I woke up the next morning I had a clear dewy complexion. It totally blew my mind! :D I Love it! Just don't expect it to get rid of a pimple overnight because from all my experiences in the past, that's impossible.
on 8/14/2011 9:52:00 PM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Combination, Fair, Not Sure
Hair: Brunette, Other, Other
Eyes: Blue
it waas very fun to play with. it didnt do anything bad but it also didnt do anything good. i guess it sorta made my face feel a little smoother. it was very fun tho(: lil disapointed it didnt come off in one peice but i found you can juss wash the leftovers off.
on 8/9/2011 10:53:00 AM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Acne-prone, Medium, Not Sure
Hair: Brown, Other, Other
Eyes: Brown
This mask is fun to play with because unlike some other peel-off masks I've tried, it comes off neatly in one piece. Because it's clear and shiny, it kinda makes you look like a burn victim but that's not a big deal. The thing is, this mask does absolutely nothing. No clarifying, no cleansing, no soothing. It's just like putting tape on your face and then pulling it off -- just without the pain. If anything at least tape will take off dead skin. This one doesn't. All you'll see after you pull it off is the imprint of your skin.
So really, even though it's cheap and fun, it's completely pointless as a beauty product.
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Welcome to Rochelle Nation, the next guest jewelry project designer from Nunn Design and creator of this charm pendant necklace!
"As a 2012 member of the Nunn Design Innovation Team, I've had the great pleasure of experimenting with their latest and greatest products," Rochelle says. "I was giddy with excitement when I received a box of two-part epoxy Crystal Clay!
"Here's how to make a simple charm using resin clay and a silicone mold. Take a chance and give resin clay a shot, you may be just as surprised as I was to find out how much you love it! Enjoy." --Rochelle Nation
Crystal Clay resin clay kit *silicone moldresinmini bezelpaper collage wordssealant black paint8mm crystal beadsilver bead cap and 2" head pinchannel bead18" silver chain silver jump rings1-1/2" small copper chain8" of 16-gauge copper wire5" of 20-gauge copper wirecoffee strawflush cutterhammerring mandrelbench blockchain- and round-nose pliersnail filegilder's pasteTeflon matcarving tool/knife
* The Crystal Clay kit includes gloves, resin clay, rhinestones, a beeswax-tipped tooth pick, and instructions.
Imagine all the ways you can modify this project: make a mother's or grandmother's charm necklace using birthstone crystals and a heart or flower resin clay charm; make a graduation charm necklace using school colors crystals and a resin clay charm of the grad's class year or school mascot; or make an athlete's (or biggest-fan mom's) sports charm necklace using crystal beads in team colors and a resin clay charm of the team's mascot or the sport's ball or equipment. So many options!
Resources:white Crystal Clay two-part epoxy clay kit, antique silver small hammered flat cable chain, copper small fine cable chain, large antique silver jump rings, 8mm silver etched daisy bead cap, 2" antique silver head pin, sterling silver mini oval link, decorative words collage sheet, sealant, Gel du Soleil resin, small sterling silver channel bead: all from NunnDesign.com20- and 16-gauge copper wire: Metalliferous.comsilicone mold: Etsy.comblack gilder's paste: Baroque Art Gilder's PasteTeflon mat: CoolTools.com
About the artist:Rochelle Nation is a jewelry artist and instructor who sells her work at various art shows throughout Georgia and online at RochelleNation.com. She teaches jewelry-making classes at the Spruill Art Center in Dunwoody, GA, and at the Johns Creek Arts Center in Johns Creek, GA. To see more of her work, check out the Rochelle Nation Jewelry blog or connect with Rochelle Nation Jewelry on Facebook.
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Occupy DC Protesters Plan to Rebuild After Police Raze Shelter
Dec. 5 (Bloomberg) -- Washington protesters aligned with the Occupy Wall Street movement said they plan to build another place to hold meetings in bad weather after U.S. Park Police tore down a plywood shelter near the White House.
"We are going to regroup, think of alternatives and move ahead with a plan," said John Zangas, 52, who said he has lived with the protesters for seven weeks. "We need a symbol of our permanency here."
Police arrested 31 people yesterday in a confrontation with Occupy DC demonstrators in McPherson Square, about three blocks north of the executive mansion. Hundreds have been arrested in New York, Los Angeles, Philadelphia and other cities since the protests began in Manhattan on Sept. 17.
Occupy DC's garage-like building was erected Dec. 3 for community meetings in foul weather, Zangas said in an interview at the park. Forecasters predict overnight temperatures in the low- to mid-30s Fahrenheit (1 degree Celsius) this week. The protesters plan to meet tonight to develop alternative ideas for a structure that may meet with police approval, he said.
"This is not a blow to us," Zangas said. "We're not a bunch of kids who will head home because the police took our toys."
Authorities removed the shelter because of safety concerns, said David Schlosser, a spokesman for the Park Police.
"They would be best served by working with the National Park Service and by obtaining a permit," he said.
One of those arrested, Ben Faure, 19, of Wichita, Kansas, said he was part of the "barn raising" that erected the shelter. He said he was fined $100 and released without being jailed.
"I helped build the barn and it mattered to me that it stay there," Faure said. "Confronting the police was worth it to me."
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This is usually my Christmas gift to myself each year (one year I get to use my upgrade and the next hubby's LOL). This year Christmas came a little early thanks to some financial blessings God has sent my way through my blog.
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Lemon Chicken with Bok Choy
A favorite dish in Cantonese restaurants, lemon chicken is easy to re-create at home. Steamed bok choy is a delicious accompaniment.
- 2/3 cup Lemon Sauce (see related recipe at right)
- Canola oil for frying
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves,
each 8 oz., pounded to 1/3-inch
- Sliced green onions, green portion only, for
- Steamed bok choy for serving
Prepare Lemon Sauce (see related recipe at right) and set aside.
Preheat an oven to 200°F. Line 2 baking sheets with paper towels.
In a deep fryer, pour in oil and heat to 375°F according to the manufacturer's instructions.
In one pan of a breading set or in a bowl, whisk the eggs until blended. In another pan or bowl, whisk together the flour and cornstarch. Dip the chicken into the beaten eggs, drain off the excess and toss the chicken in the flour mixture to coat. Transfer to a plate.
Working in batches, fry the chicken until golden brown, crispy and cooked through, 7 to 8 minutes. Transfer to the prepared baking sheets to drain and keep warm in the oven.
In a large fry pan over medium heat, warm the lemon sauce for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the chicken and stir to lightly coat with the sauce. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and cut into 1/2-inch slices.
Arrange the chicken on a platter, drizzle with the remaining sauce and garnish with green onions. Serve over steamed bok choy.


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The Lasso: Roping in the best of the web
Father, son build backyard roller coaster
One California family built the ultimate father-son project: A roller coaster.
Lyle Pemble, 10, wanted to build a real roller coaster after visiting an amusement park, according to ABC News.
Dad Will Pemble, 50, actually gave it the go-ahead, as he knew his son was a type of roller coaster savant.
"He's a studier. My son knows everything there is to know about roller coasters. He helps design them and does the math," he said.
Cut to six weeks later, and "The Caution Zone" was complete. The 200-foot backyard roller coaster meets rigorous safety precautions and travels 14 mph -- powered solely by gravity.
And get this: Lyle and his dad have begun building another roller coaster for a friend!


text: Indie rockers Oâ??Brother is the latest in a long line of bands that feel as though music is best made with the distortion turned up and written while one is just a little bit upset. The Atlanta-based quintet recently released its first full-length studio effort, â??Garden Window;â?ť its 11 tracks are an eardrum-grating journey through a wide range of human emotions. Taking cues from the bandâ??s forebears from the worlds of grunge, punk and occasionally even electronica, Oâ??Brother has created an album well worth exploring.While some might dismiss â??Garden Windowâ?ť as a collection of noisy chaos, in reality it is a thoughtful and deliberate use of some of the elements that set rock music apart from other genres. Whether it comes at the listener angry and fast (â??Malum,â?ť â??Sputnikâ?ť or â??Loâ?ť) or dramatically epic (â??Poison!â?ť or â??Cleanse Meâ?ť), Oâ??Brotherâ??s music sounds the way that it does for a reason. Every scream, reverberation of the bass or aching note plucked on the guitar help to create a dynamic feel throughout the album, changing often but never straying too far one way or the other.â??Garden Windowâ?ť is powerful and moving from beginning to end, and with it, Oâ??Brother manages to capture the idea that it is perfectly all right to not be perfectly all right, doing so especially well. While the music may not be refined enough for some, many listeners will appreciate the energy and lack of usual structure, following the roller coaster of the bandâ??s stream-of-consciousness musical style.Oâ??Brother definitely has the potential to appeal to a much broader audience and is worth keeping an eye on in the future.


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OSIA is seeking nominations for the Robert M. Hisnay Award and the Patrick A. O'Neill Friendship Award to be presented at the 2015 OSIA Conference, which will be held in Cleveland, OH, at the Westin Hotel.
The Robert M. Hisnay Award was established to honor workers' compensation professionals who have distinguished themselves as experts in the field of workers' compensation and as leaders in establishing a sound self-insurance system in the interest of all parties. Nominees for this award must have been in the practice of workers' compensation while in the employ of the self-insured employer, and have exhibited a commitment to honesty, ethics, and principles.
The Patrick A. O'Neill Award was established to honor those individuals who have demonstrated that they have been supporters and true friends to self-insurers through their demonstrated efforts to promote self-insurance while working to secure a fair workers' compensation system. Anyone involved in Ohio Workers Compensation self-insurance can be nominated for this award. The person need not be a member of the Ohio Self-Insurers Association. The candidate may be nominated by anyone familiar with his or her duties and responsibilities.
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OSIA is the most effective organization representing the interest of Ohio self-insured employers in matters before the executive, legislative and judicial branches of government and promoting the highest standards of workers' compensation administration.
Organized in 1974 as an outgrowth of concern over the trend in Federal and State legislation dealing with Workers' Compensation claims, Ohio Self Insurers Association membership now compromises approximately one-half of the self-insured companies in Ohio.
Under Section 22 of the Ohio Workers' Compensation Law, employers who qualify are allowed to pay their own compensation directly to injured employees or to dependents of deceased employees. Any employer, firm, or corporation thus qualified is eligible for OSIA membership.
OSIA representatives testify before the Ohio legislature, advancing points of common interest; confer with the Industrial Commission and the Bureau of Workers' Compensation administration; review proposed administrative appointments and advance recommendations; work closely with other Ohio and national associations in advancing self-insurer goals; conduct an annual statewide conference and periodic workshops and seminars to keep self-insurers abreast of current practices; and provide their members with newsletters and news briefs to keep them informed of important issues.
Dues are based upon the average number of employees on the Ohio payroll of the member company in the preceding calendar year. OSIA is governed by a 15-member Board of Managers, elected by the membership.
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Bomber Command and 460 Squadron, 15 November 1942
460 squadron achieved many milestones in Australian military history. It sent more Lancaster on operations and dropped a greater tonnage of bombs than any other squadron in Bomber Command but these milestones were achieved at great cost.
Roll of Honour talk, presented by Dr Daniel Oakman on 15 November 2002 (transcript and audio)
- Items from the collection: Operation summaries from a night mission over Turin, Italy on 28/29 November 1942 and for 1 January 1944, detailing a night bombing operation over Berlin, a list of casualties of 460 Squadron RAAF and a brief history of 460 Squadron RAAF.


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'This is a gift of love'
Woman creates flower arrangements to lift spirits
"I think red roses smell the sweetest," said Ida Mae Hosch as Liliana Samuelson handed a bouquet of colorful flowers to the bedridden Royal Estates resident.
"This one and this one are from Columbia, and that's where I'm from, too," said Samuelson, pointing to some more exotic stems.
For the past year, Samuelson has brought armfuls of flowers and friendship to many elderly residents in town.
A friend of Samuelson's who worked at a local grocery store said the floral department just throws away flowers and maybe Samuelson could take them to people.
Samuelson already had been bringing communion to Catholic patients at nursing homes for 12 years. She then started bringing the flowers to nursing home patients.
"It makes a difference. They just love it," she said.
She later started making larger bouquets with glass vases donated by churches and individuals.
Samuelson wanted to expand her delivering to individuals, so she called Queen of Peace and Sacred Heart churches to see if there were any widows, elderly or anyone else with special needs that she could deliver to.
Along with her regular job, Samuelson spends many hours each week picking up the flowers, taking them to Sacred Heart's walk-in cooler, trimming and arranging the bouquets and delivering them to four different nursing homes.
She makes about 35 bouquets each week, depending on how many flowers she can get.
Recently Samuelson connected with the Meals on Wheels program, offering more than 30 bouquets for drivers to take to clients along with their meals.
A woman she visits has very advanced Alzheimer's disease, and Samuelson didn't know if she would even like the flowers.
But the woman smelled them, and touched them and smiled.
"She may not remember later, but for that moment, maybe not even a whole moment, that second ... that second was good," she said.
Samuelson is not alone in understanding the power of flowers. She said a nurse at United Regional Health Care System said they buy flowers and give them to a patient each week that may be having an especially difficult time. Samuelson offered to bring them a large bouquet each week instead of the nurses paying for it themselves.
Samuelson's husband, Brad, is a physician with a mostly older clientele, and they enjoy providing a flower to each patient when they leave the office.
She said when she and her husband first married, they had very little money. He would often bring her flowers, and she would tell him not to because she didn't want him to spend the money.
So eventually he didn't get her flowers anymore. When she started the flower ministry, he said, "I thought you didn't like flowers."
She said to him, "I love flowers! I just didn't want you to buy them when we didn't have any money."
Each time Samuelson gives a person flowers, she says, "This is a gift of love."
Samuelson has a talent for knowing when someone needs this gift of love.
During the summer, she said she went to the Dollar Store to pick up a few things, with 10 bouquets in the hot car. An older lady in front of her in the check out line was taking a rather long time, but Samuelson was trying to be patient. Then suddenly she felt a strong compulsion to give that lady one of the flower arrangements.
She stopped the older lady outside gave her the flowers and said, "I was called to give them to you."
The lady looked stunned for a moment, then with tears in her eyes said, "I really needed this right now. I just lost my husband."
While Samuelson loves the service she provides, the long hours of hard work are taking a toll.
"It takes lots of gas and lots of money," she said, to pick up, arrange and deliver all the flowers.
Samuelson said she would welcome the help of anyone that likes flowers, maybe even someone experienced in flower arranging.
She said she hopes to be bringing flowers to people as long as possible.
"Flowers bring good energy," Samuelson said. "They're perfect. They're created by God. They make people happy."
Anyone interested in helping Samuelson with arranging or delivering flowers can call her at 642-6781.
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How to Care for Syrian Hamsters
Two Parts:Preparing for Your HamsterCaring for Your Hamster
Syrian hamsters are the most common species of hamster, and are often times nicknamed Panda Bear hamsters, Black Bear hamsters, Teddy Bear hamsters, and much more (although they are all the same species, many people think they are different and that misconception causes a lot of confusion). Their real name is 'Mesocricetus auratus'! They make great pets as they are calmer and friendlier than other smaller hamster varieties. They are well-suited for young children or first time hamster owners. They are one of the largest breeds of hamster!!!
Part 1 of 2: Preparing for Your Hamster
1Buy all the items you will need to keep a happy, healthy Syrian hamster. You'll have to buy a cage. A good cage for a Syrian hamster is a cage fitting the minimum of 360 square inches of floor space. Most pet store cages are too small; instead try a 20 gallon (75.7 L) long tank, a bin cage, or a DIY cage! Never give your Syrian a cage any smaller than that because they will be severely cramped, and remember, the bigger the cage the better! Also remember that safe bedding is a must. Cotton or string "fluffy" beddings are extremely dangerous and kill thousands of pets no matter how many times they say safe. A great nesting material is shredded toilet paper. Make sure you don't get anything with fragrances. Cedar, redwood, and pine bedding contain resin dust that irritate your hamsters respiratory system. Aspen and Care fresh are perfectly safe and comfortable for hamsters. [[Image:Care for Syrian Hamsters Step 2. jg|center|550px]
- Some people use hutches made for guinea pigs and rabbits for their hamsters, but these are good for pregnant females who need lots of space and won't want to climb all over their cage.
- You will also need a carry case. Most pet stores offer cardboard boxes, but hamsters can chew right through them. Buy a carry-case made for Syrians. Cheap ones with lids that come right off and are easy to escape from are no good; you'll need to purchase a proper carry case from a pet shop. They will be a much more expensive option, but also the better option.
- Remember to include a nest box in the cage. This will serve as a "bedroom", as well as a pantry. Make sure that they are large enough for your hamster as Syrians grow quite large.
- Cages, wheels and accessories (like Hideaway Huts) made for Dwarf hamsters and mice are far too small for Syrian hamsters! Allow the hamster to have plenty of room to move around in, and make sure you have an 8-12 inch wheel; Wodent Wheels are best.
2Make sure its cage is housed in a quiet place. Your hamster needs quiet so he is not stressed by a lot of loud sudden sounds.
3Be ready for your hamster to live up until 2-3 years. The average age is about 2 years. Let them sleep as they get older, and be prepared, as they are more prone to illness.
4Be aware that Syrian hamsters can grow to be 11 inches long! Most Syrian hamsters are between 7" and 9" long when full grown, but some can be longer. Syrian hamsters should never be housed in the "tube" cages like Habitrails, Crittertrails etc. They absolutely will need to be housed in a larger cage, preferably only one story. No wire flooring. It's best to avoid "starter cages" which are too small and purchase a cage suitable for it's entire lifespan at the start, which will save you money.Ad
Part 2 of 2: Caring for Your Hamster
1Bring your Syrian hamster home as quickly as possible. Then after about 48 hours (2 days), slowly start to get to know how your hamster likes to be handled. Before the taming process, it is a good idea to leave them alone for one or two days. You should never start by picking your hamster up! Try holding our treats for them. If they are too shy to take if from your hands, don't chase them, just put the treat down and wait for them to take it. Do this several times a day until your pet is comfortable with you. Then try putting the treat in your hand. After they will climb happily into your hand, try petting them gently as they eat. The last step is gently cupping them in your hands. This may take a long time with aggressive females, but tame, friendly males will allow you to hold them after just a few days. The ideal time to wait before picking up your hamster and taking it out of the cage to play is two to three weeks. To hold your hamster, slide one hand under it and cup the other round the front of its body. Ensure you are gentle.
2Keep the cage clean. Syrian hamster cages should be cleaned out every other week or so and "spot cleaned" (removing fresh foods, cleaning toilet areas etc) each day, depending on the size and type of cage. Make sure its cage has been correctly disinfected and bedding has been changed before putting your hamster back in. While you clean the cage, you can put your pet in a hamster ball and have someone supervise it - but the hamster ball must be the right size -- most balls are only 6" wide, so most are too small for Syrian hamsters. Get a larger 10" ball at a minimum. Or, put the hamster in a pen, supervised, so it cannot escape. Cleaning the cage too often can cause stress; this does not mean do not clean your cage, rather, just clean it every other week and remember spot cleaning is your best friend.
- To clean the cage, take the top off and empty all the dirty bedding and wood shavings and old food into a dustbin. Scrape out all the other remains. Go over the cage with a pet-made disinfectant, then dry it with tissues or kitchen roll, if preferred. Wash out bowls and water bottle. Dust and rinse all items of the cage. Dry everything and fill the cage with fresh wood shavings, bedding, food, and water. Put all the items back in the cage and clip the top back on. Remember to hose out the cage once every month. A clean cage makes your Syrian hamster happy and healthy.
3Give them lots of love. Syrian hamsters are the most friendly and sociable of the hamster family. They should receive attention everyday, but excessive handling can actually cause stress in Syrian hamsters, which can result in bad health. Handle your hammy for 10 minutes at a time, a couple times a day, and then spend time tidying up his cage, watching him run, dig, burrow, and talk to him.
4Take care in waking them. Most hamsters are crepuscular, meaning they are most active at dawn and dusk. Wake up your hamster slowly to prevent scaring your little friend. Some hamsters can nip if they are woken up roughly. Allow them at least 30 minutes to wake up, let them get something to eat and drink and go potty -- before taking them out of their cage.
5Choose appropriate foods and treats for your Syrian hamster. Hamsters need to be fed a good variety food, as well as the occasional treat. Brands such as Hazel Hamster are ideal; make sure the nutritional values are as follows:
- 17-22% protein
- 4-6% fat
- 8-10% fiber
6Provide chews to help file down your hamster's teeth. This prevents your hamster from having to chew on its cage bars and potentially damage his or her teeth. Also, the teeth may become overgrown if your hamster doesn't chew enough.
7Visit the vet when needed. Rush your hamster to the veterinarian clinic if the fur under its tail is always wet, it shows signs of a cold, has lumps or bumps on its body; has gone off its food, water and playing times completely; has watery eyes; has runny droppings (diarrhea) teeth have broken and if its claws need clipping. Vets have got special clippers for hamster claws and know exactly how to do it. It is safer and better to leave this to the experts rather than trying it by yourself at home. Hamsters can't run on their wheels very well if they have long claws, since that hurts for them!Ad
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- Look out for diseases. If your hamster is not normally looking or acting like a bright, lively hamster, or if its fur is oily or bald in some spots, it is best to go to a vet and see what they have to say.
- Make sure your Syrian hamster always has plenty of water.
- Hamsters like to be played with. When playing with them, try to think of new activities so they don't get bored.
- Keep them happy with toys. You can buy toys at the pet store, or make homemade ones.
- Change your hamster's water every day. Wash the inside with a bottle brush. It may look clean, but the inside of the bottle will become coated with harmful bacteria.
- Hamsters are most lively in the evenings so if you/your child gets home and wants to play with it straight away, let it wake up rather than waking it up yourself. You could startle your hamster and it could bite. Also, let them eat, drink and go potty before you pick them up.
- It doesn't matter what species of hamster you purchase. What matters is how it is handled when he or she is young will affect his or her personality for life. It also depends on the hamster.
- If your hamster is not fond of you holding it then put some shavings on your hand and let it climb on to you.
- Always use a plastic (not metal) preferably 12 inch wheel for a Syrian (some Syrians don't get too big and can use an 11" wheel). Anything smaller will cause them back problems and if too small they will not use the wheel at all.
- If your hamster doesn't get fed often, it may get aggressive and bite.
- Do not allow your hamster to play with any other animals, whether it be another hamster, a guinea pig, etc.
- If you feel like the little guy isn't getting enough nutrients, make sure his nutrition is balanced and he is getting enough food every day.
- If you lose your hamster, there are many places online you can look to find tips for finding a lost hamster.
- If you feel that your hamster is heavier or fatter than normal, take it to the vet right away. It may be sick or may even be pregnant.
- Always make sure all of the cage doors are shut. Hamsters are great escape artists!
- Buy a good wheel, and be sure it is bigger than your hamster! A wheel that is too small may cause your hamster to have to arch its back, which can cause injury. Hamsters can run up to 5 miles (8.0 km) a night in their wheel.
- Syrian hamsters must be housed alone after about 6 weeks of age. At 4 weeks, they must be separated by gender.
- Hamsters can be kind and loving. Take time to get to know your hamster. Don't expect a bond to form overnight. These things take time.
- Never use pine or cedar bedding as the natural chemicals in them can cause respiratory problems.
- Make sure you wash your hands before and after handling your hamster.
- Some vegetables are harmful for hamsters. Never feed them raw iceberg lettuce, kidney beans, onions, peanut butter, raw potatoes, or rhubarb. Anything you are unsure about should generally be avoided.
- To prevent illness, only introduce new foods to your hamster in very small quantities, such as half a teaspoon. Then, see if your hamster likes it.
- Don't house your hamster with another Syrian hamster. They are a solitary species and will most likely fight.
Things You'll Need
- Plenty of bedding, to cover the bottom of the cage
- Pet-safe disinfectant, vinegar is a good disinfectant for animal items, and it's safe.
- Toys. You can make your own with empty tissue boxes, used toilet paper rolls, etc.
- Variety food with sufficient nutritional levels.
- Water bottle; check daily that the tube is not clogged with bedding by pushing in the ball at the end of the tube to be sure water flows out easily.
- Wheel that is big enough to prevent your hamster's back from arching
- Large cage -- the larger the better! The cage should be at least 360 square inches of floor space, not including shelves or levels.
- Occasional treats, fruits, and vegetables. At maximum, you should feed these things to your hamster around 3 times a week.
- A pair of gloves, only needed in the beginning if your hamster is nippy
- Optional: A hamster ball for it to run in can be used but a 6" hamster ball is too small for most grown Syrian hamsters and this small size can hurt their back terribly. Always supervise your hamster while using the ball, because a hamster can break his back if he rolls the ball off a step. Your hamster should spend no more than 10-20 minutes in a hamster ball because there isn't any water in there and the hamster can dehydrate quickly and possibly die.
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The New Zealand Heartland XV squad to play Cook Islands Residents XV on Saturday has been named by Head Coach Kurt McQuilkin today.
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You all do know about the Russian/Georgian conflict, no?
I do know that the Balkinor (sp?) cosmodrome is in the Ukraine, and there's some rumors that Russia, ie. Putin is interested in reclaiming Ukraine into the old Russian Republic. So space travel activities could get complicated if the shit hits the proverbial fan in the next couple years.
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I expect the US would try to extend the shuttle's life and the Russians may not be interested in extending the use of Soyuz for NASA anyway, so there might not be any options.
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Looks like US govt. short-sightedness in placing dependence upon Russia is the problem here...
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