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Some may fret about the shortage of women in technical and scientific career tracks, but the young women of Chicago Tech Academy High School (ChiTech) have no time for that. They are too busy—working to learn all they can about technology, science, math and entrepreneurship while pursuing their individual goals. And they are thriving.
In 2011-2012, ChiTech's third school year of operation, 49 percent of the student body is female. Chosen by lottery, ChiTech students' love and aptitude for technology, science and math vary widely, as do their academic and social economic backgrounds. Yet the young women of ChiTech are leveraging the entrepreneurship-oriented program to their advantage.
Ninth graders Taquisha Ellis and Chanell Jackson came to ChiTech from Dvorak Technology Academy, a K-8 school with a technology-driven curriculum, believing that the school could give them tools for their future. This year, Jackson and Ellis have learned now to build their own websites and work with stock business programs such as Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint—in addition to math, English, and science.
"I want to become a pediatrician," says Jackson. "I felt the more technology I knew about, the easier it would be to become a pediatrician."
Keautishay Young and Savannah Young (no relation to each other) both loved technology even before landing at ChiTech. Keautishay remembers being frustrated at her old school when her technology class started on robotics just as the term was ending. Savannah has always been good with computers, and in middle school took a class to learn how to build one from scratch.
Now juniors at ChiTech, the two are building websites and mobile applications. Savannah says her tech class can be very challenging at times, "but after you get to know the curriculum and material, it becomes easy after a while."
In addition to coursework, Savannah, Keautishay and their peers are meeting high-level executives through school tours to local corporations and programming in the school's Young Women's Leadership Society. Last year, Savannah and a handful of other students were selected to make a presentation to Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer. "I like the fact that this school is helping young women in technology, and they're always helping us with our leadership skills," says Keautishay, who wants to run her own company and become a business leader in technology.
Not every student enters ChiTech as a tech enthusiast, but many come to love tech and find they are really good at it. For example, 11th grader Javona Hamb came to ChiTech three years ago, simply attracted by the promise of a new, innovative school that would start small and add a grade each year. "I wasn't into technology," Hamb says. "I didn't know anything. I thought it was going to be like The Matrix, all ones and zeros, but it wasn't like that at all."
As a junior, Hamb has learned to code in HTML, CSS, HTML5, Java Script, and C# programming languages. "Now when my teacher asks 'How do you think they made Facebook or Google, I'm like 'That's nothing,'" she laughs.
Hamb originally wanted to be a doctor, but now she's also considering a technology career, maybe computer programming. "I'm going to try to put the two together," she says.
Then there are those students, like Martha Zuniga, who had no affinity for technology when they entered ChiTech, but through hard work, their skills and knowledge have grown.
A junior who applied to ChiTech to avoid a poor-performing local high school, Zuniga recalls entering her new high school not knowing what to expect. "Before I knew it, I was writing code."
Three years later, art and English remain Zuniga's favorite and best subjects; math and technology remain "super difficult," she says.
But Zuniga, who is aiming for a good college and hopes to make a positive impact on the world, still values the tech classes that make her struggle.
"I don't know what I'll do with technology,' says Zuniga, "But I think the whole process behind it—the way we solve problems, the way we have to think things through before we write code—molds us to become better people, teaches us how to see problems from different perspectives and puts our opinion on a broader spectrum. It also teaches us not to give up."
The advice these young women of ChiTech give to any girl considering a science, technology or math-oriented high school program: "Go for it!" says Jackson. Adds Ellis: "It's fun. It will be a good opportunity to know new things about technology."
CompTIA has supported the Chicago Tech Academy High School since its inception, donating funds, providing internships and other in-kind assistance. This post is the first in a two-part series. Read more about ChiTech students on March 22.
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With the wrap up of a Louisville, KY case involving an animal hoarder, the question begs to be asked: "Should persons accused of animal abuse be allowed to keep these animals?" Comments on the news story have ranged from anger, to concern, irritation, and disappointment. The case is not rare; there are many instances in which people have too many animals in deplorable conditions, but Purebred Breeders LLC finds this one rather tragic for many reasons.
The Story
It is December 2011 and a mobile home is found somewhere on Kentucky's Highway 55 located in Henry County with some 200 animals. The owners; Kenneth and Terri Smith, have horses, rabbits, hermit crabs, some 40 cats, and more than 100 dogs. The home is so rundown, yet it houses both the couple and the animals living inside (most lived outdoors though), prompting 200 charges of animal abuse. While Purebred Breeders LLC is sickened by the ordeal the animals had to endure, we must pause and express our condolences to the now widowed Terri Smith whose husband allegedly took his own life shortly after the fine.
Mrs. Smith pleaded guilty to one count of animal abuse and was facing a monetary fine, jail time or house arrest, and the possibility of keeping her two favorite dogs as well as a horse. Her outcome was made known today. Although unclear if she will spend time in jail or under house arrest, it is clear that she will have to pay the county restitution ($9,600), and will get to keep the three animals. The others will be sold by the county to recover a portion of the money she now owns.
What Prompted The Debate
One of the dogs Mrs. Smith wanted to keep is a Spaniel now named Moto by her motorcross-loving foster family. The family; a couple and their three boys, were heartbroken by the news that she had requested to get this particular dog back. Sympathizers who supported their refusal to give her back willingly all weighed in on numerous sites, and Purebred Breeders LLC found that most (if not all) the responses reflected a common theme. The need for better animal protection laws to prevent persons accused of animal abuse from getting them back, as well as laws limiting the number of pets that hoarders are allowed to own.
While we here at Purebred Breeders LLC found some of the responses downright mean since hoarding is in fact a psychological condition that should be treated and not ridiculed.. We also agree that there should be stricter laws governing the treatment of all animals right across the country. We commend states, county, cities, that have made strides in this area, and can only hope that others follow soon.
Good News For Moto
Moto will not be returned to Mrs. Smith, and will instead remain with her foster family for now. She will legally become a part of the family if they have things their way, since the wrapping up of the case clears the way for this to take place. Purebred Breeders LLC wishes everyone involved the very best, and hopes that the other animals will start receiving the love and care they deserve. We also hope Mrs. Smith will receive all the help she needs, especially for the sake of the animals returned to her.

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What causes shaky hands?
Shaky hands may result from many factors. The most common cause is a tremor related to familial (inherited) traits. Other causes are diseases and conditions that affect the neuromuscular, endocrine or central nervous systems.
Some substances, such as caffeine and tobacco, commonly cause shaky hands because they stimulate the nervous system. Withdrawal from sedating drugs can also result in shaky hands, as the nervous system reacts to removing the sedating influence of the drugs by increasing sensitivity. Shaky hands are common symptoms of strong emotions, such as anxiety, fear and anger. In addition, the normal aging process is associated with shaky hands, most likely due to decline in neuromuscular function.
Tremor-related causes of shaky hands
Shaky hands may be caused by tremors including:
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- Postural tremor
- Resting tremor
- Senile tremor
Drug-related causes of shaky hands
Taking or withdrawing from certain drugs can also cause shaky hands. Examples include:
- Use of beta agonists
- Withdrawal from certain medications, including some anti-anxiety drugs
- Withdrawal from, or excessive consumption of, alcohol, caffeine or tobacco
Other causes of shaky hands
Certain diseases or conditions can also cause shaky hands including:
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- Emotions, such as anger, anxiety and fear
- Fatigue
- Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
- Multiple sclerosis (disease that affects the brain and spinal cord causing weakness, coordination, balance difficulties, and other problems)
- Normal aging process
- Parkinson's disease (brain disorder that impairs movement and coordination)
- Stroke
- Thyroid diseases and disorders such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid)
Serious or life-threatening causes of shaky hands
In some cases, shaky hands may be a symptom of a serious or life-threatening condition that should be evaluated immediately in an emergency setting. These include:
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To diagnose your condition, your doctor or licensed health care practitioner will ask you several questions related to your shaky hands including:
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Because shaky hands can be caused by serious diseases, failure to seek treatment can result in serious complications and permanent damage. Once the underlying cause is diagnosed, it is important for you to follow the treatment plan that you and your health care professional design specifically for you to reduce the risk of potential complications including:
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- Tremor. Medline Plus, a service of the National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003192.htm.
- NINDS tremor information page. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/tremor/tremor.htm
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Shaky hands are a common symptom that can even occur in healthy people. Although there are many causes of shaky hands, in some people there is no known cause. The most common cause is an essential tremor, which often is inherited and considered benign. Shaky hands may occur with conditions that affect only the hands or with conditions that affect the other parts of the body, such as generalized... Read more about shaky handsintroduction
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The scope of possible initiatives that schools and school districts can undertake to be greener can be overwhelming. The Center for Green Schools has a few resources that can help you organize your thoughts and your efforts to improve school operations. Whether you are just getting started or want to pursue LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations and Maintenance (LEED EB: O&M) certification, the rating system can provide a great checklist for you and your colleagues to figure out where you stand and what you want to do next.
Green Existing Schools Project Management Guide (PDF)
This guide uses the LEED EB: O&M system as a framework to lead project teams through an assessment of current green schools practices. It encourages teams to use one school building to explore various initiatives to improve the health, efficiency and environmental sustainability of the school system or district as a whole.
LEED 2009 for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance Project Checklist (XLS)
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The rating system summarizes the intent, requirements, and technologies/ strategies for each credit in the LEED EB: O&M system. It elaborates on the content in the project checklist.
Green Existing Schools Web Training series
These ten web trainings and their companion guides are the place to start. They make up a full outline of healthy and efficient school operations in a school or district and are each less than 40 minutes. The trainings include modules on Energy Management, Green Cleaning, Transportation, Green Groundskeeping and more.
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The workbook was created to assist with the evaluation and improvement of current O&M practices and policies. The workbook includes sample policy language that can be modified for a school or district's needs. It also includes data collection forms and tables, sample surveys and worksheets to assist with the tracking necessary for LEED EB: O&M certification.
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The resource page lists current updates to the rating system, including addenda, clarifications, revisions, and any additional resources developed by USGBC to help teams accomplish certification.
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Scientists Find Cause of Rare Immune Disease
Investigators at the National Institutes of Health have identified a genetic mutation in three unrelated families that causes a rare immune disorder characterized by excessive and impaired immune function. Symptoms of this condition include immune deficiency, autoimmunity, inflammatory skin disorders and cold-induced hives, a condition known as cold urticaria.
The study was led by Joshua Milner, M.D., in the Laboratory of Allergic Diseases at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), and Daniel Kastner, M.D., Ph.D., scientific director at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI). It will appear in the online edition of the New England Journal of Medicine on Jan. 11, 2012.
The mutation discovered occurs in a gene for phospholipase C-gamma2 (PLCG2), an enzyme involved in the activation of immune cells. The investigators have named the condition PLCG2-associated antibody deficiency and immune dysregulation, or PLAID. "Investigating rare diseases gives researchers more clues about how the healthy immune system functions," says NIAID Director Anthony S. Fauci, M.D. "More importantly, identifying the genetic cause of these disorders opens up possibilities for better disease management and potentially a cure for people who may have spent their entire lives debilitated by severe and unexplained symptoms."
The NIH study involved 27 people from three separate families who all suffered from an inherited form of cold urticaria, an allergic disease characterized by the formation of itchy, sometimes painful hives, episodes of fainting and, in certain cases, life-threatening reactions in response to cold temperatures.
Blood sample analysis revealed that many patients produced antibodies to their own cells and tissues (autoantibodies), making them more susceptible to developing autoimmune disease. More than half had a history of recurrent infections, and laboratory tests revealed that most had low levels of infection-fighting antibodies and low numbers and reduced activity of circulating immune B cells — all symptoms of immune deficiency disease. In three cases, patients had common variable immunodeficiency, a disease that requires frequent intravenous infusions of immune globulin to prevent severe infections. Seven patients suffered from granulomas, inflamed masses of tissue, which formed on their fingers, ears, nose and other parts of their skin.
"This is one of few examples in which the allergy symptom directed us to a genetic syndrome," says Dr. Milner. "In trying to understand the link between this group of conditions — autoimmunity, chronic infections and cold urticaria—we not only identified a disease-causing mutation but uncovered a unique and fascinating genetic mechanism at the crux of allergy, immune defense and self-tolerance."
"This study illustrates the power of multidisciplinary teamwork involving clinicians, geneticists and basic immunologists to get to the heart of seemingly insoluble medical mysteries," says Dr. Kastner. "Our team and colleagues working in the field now have much better odds of improving health outcomes for people with PLAID and for understanding this gene's role in other disorders."
The NIAID investigators teamed up with gene hunting experts in Dr. Kastner's laboratory and found the PLCG2 mutation after performing gene analysis and DNA sequencing studies. The mutation caused the PLCG2 enzyme to function without shutting off. Despite the fact that the enzyme was constantly turned on, immune cells ignored its signaling and did not activate normally.
Investigators performed a series of laboratory experiments to understand how the PLCG2 mutation affects B cells and mast cells, immune cells that contain histamine and other chemicals that are released during an allergic response. Patients' B cells containing the mutated gene fail to turn on normally, leading to their inability to produce antibody, but also an inability to sense when they are producing autoantibodies. Laboratory-developed mast cells containing the mutated gene released chemicals on exposure to cool temperatures, which could explain why the patients developed cold-induced hives.
According to the investigators, their findings suggest that inhibiting PLCG2 activity could be a therapeutic strategy to treat cold-induced hives, autoimmunity and immune deficiency in people with PLAID, but more studies are needed. The study findings also suggest that people previously diagnosed with common variable immunodeficiency disease or with granulomatous diseases could have a PLCG2 gene mutation. Further study is needed to understand PLAID and how mutations in PLCG2 could contribute to other allergic and immunologic disorders.
"These findings are gratifying both for researchers and for people with this disorder," says NHGRI Director Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D. "Furthermore, this study illustrates how genome-analysis methods can empower efforts to unravel the molecular basis of rare genetic diseases."
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text: VANCOUVER, BC - The winners of the 48th annual Sport BC Athlete of the Year Awards were recognized in a ceremony held March 5, 2014 at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Jen Ross of Abbotsford, BC was recognized as Female Coach of the Year. John Lyall of Vicotria, BC was presented with the President's Award by BC Rugby CEO Jim Dixon. Lyall has been invovled in rugby for nearly 30 years as a player, coach and administrator and still finds time to ply his trade in the Island Third Division on Sunday afternoons. A dedicated member of the South Island rugby community, Lyall currently serves as the Vice President of VIRU Club Rugby and has also been instrumental in establishing the setup of Velox-Langford's youth and mini rugby program. Lyall has also been heavily involved with Vancouver Island's representative program, the Vancouver Island Crimson Tide. Sport BC Press Release:Jen Ross was the first BC coach to be recognized by Rugby Canada as their Female Coach of the Year. Jen has dedicated her time at the high school (Robert Bateman), Club (Abbotsford RFC), Regional (Fraser Valley) and Provincial (BC U16 Girls) levels and continues to give back to the game in every way possible. In 2013, she coached her club team to a provincial championship, led the U18 Fraser Valley squad to a Provincial Regional Championship, and won the National Championship with her U16 BC women's provincial team.Read the full Sport BC press release here.-30-


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HENDERSON, Ky. - Doris Jean Adams, 74 of Henderson, KY passed away Wednesday December 26, 2012 at Methodist Hospital.
She was a member of Deer Creek Baptist Church and she was a retired CMA from Redbanks where she worked for over 30 years.
She was preceded in death by her husband; Walter E. Adams, father; Vernie Francis Dauby, daughter; June Adams.
She is survived by her mother: Freida Dauby Seabolt of Sun City, Arizona; 4 children: Deanna Denton of Gibson City, IL, Marilyn Woodard of Robards, Susan Jordan of Henderson, Walter Kevin Adams of Robards; 13 Grandchildren; 30 Great-grandchildren; 2 Nephews; 1 Niece.
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As a performer, you know lighting can sometimes be just as important as the music itself. Par cans are part of the foundation for any great act, taking it from show-running to show-stopping. If you're building up your lighting, or are just looking to replace a part, this section will provide you with everything you need. When searching for a new par can, there are a few things to consider first. To start, what type of venue are you trying to light? If you're tasked with lighting mostly smaller stages you'll be more interested in Par 38 style lights, while larger settings will instead be looking at the Par 56 end of the spectrum. There is a broad range when it comes to lighting, but this works as a general guideline for those new to stage setup.
Second, are you looking for floor standing or ceiling mounted? Both contain similar lights, but accent the stage in different ways, creating different effects. If you have a stage show or are a DJ, you will most likely want a blend of both in order to add depth and dimension to your show. There are also options for single lights or full strips of spotlights and sets of border lights, allowing you to complete your arrangement much more quickly while also reducing set up time.


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The one good thing about market sell offs is that the share price of most companies, regardless of quality, declines. Such share price declines should really excite the opportunistic value seeking investor. Market history has shown time and time again how the best returns usually follow a market decline. Look no further than 2009 for recent evidence of such history. Europe's financial troubles have brought fear and uncertainty to the markets again. It's still unknown what the market will do next week or next month.
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At $44 a share, Mosaic has a market cap of $19 billion. The company has one of the best balance sheets in the industry. Among the major fertilizer companies, only CF Industries (NYSE:CF) has a debt-free balance sheet. But CF's recent acquisition of rival Terra Industries (NYSE:TRA) for $4.7 billion will affect the company's pristine balance sheet, if only for a limited time.
Mosaic's focus on primary focus on phosphate and potash offers a stronger future outlook. While all three main fertilizers - nitrogen, phosphate and potash - are all well below their highs, potash commands higher gross margins. In the fiscal third quarter, phosphate sales were $1 billion against gross margin of $114 million. Potash sales were $730 million against gross margin of $352 million, over 50% margins. Going forward, Mosaic plans to invest billions in future potash capacity which should drive down production costs. So while potash prices are low relative to recent years, should prices remain where they are today, Mosaic should still enjoy improved profitability.
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3. Jacksonville Jaguars - Blake Bortles, QB
Bortles has everything you want in a quarterback, which is why the Jaguars will take him.
4. Cleveland Browns - Johnny Manziel, QB
The Browns want him and will get him.
5. Oakland Raiders - Sammy Watkins, WR
A speedy play maker is just what the Raiders need on offense.
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The Falcons' offensive line sucked hard so it makes sense that they take the best offensive lineman in the draft.
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Another desperate team who need a quarterback. The Vikings will take a risk on Carr.
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February 12, 2013 12:45pm - 2:00pm
In this discussion, Professor Wilkins will examine the large-scale forces reshaping the global market for corporate legal services, and how these changes are likely to reshape law firms and legal careers in the coming decades.
Professor Wilkins is the Lester Kissel Professor of Law, Vice Dean for Global Initiatives on the Legal Profession, and Faculty Director of the Program on the Legal Profession and the Center for Lawyers and the Professional Services Industry at Harvard Law School. He is also a Senior Research Fellow of the American Bar Foundation and a member of the Faculty Committee of the Harvard University Edmond J. Safra Foundation Center for Ethics. He was recently elected to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences. His major research interests include the legal profession, legal ethics, diversity and globalization.
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The most recent short interest data has been released by the NASDAQ for the 03/28/2013 settlement date, which shows a 441,893 share increase in total short interest for Workday Inc (NYSE: WDAY), to 4,399,926, an increase of 11.16% since 03/15/2013. Total short interest is just one way to look at short data; another metric that we here at Dividend Channel find particularly useful is the "days to cover" metric because it considers both the total shares short and the average daily volume of shares traded. The number of shares short is then compared to the average daily volume, in order to calculate the total number of trading days (at the average volume) it would take to close out all of the open short positions if every share traded represented a short position being closed. Average daily volume for WDAY at the 03/28/2013 settlement decreased to 422,041, as compared to 897,671 at the 03/15/2013 report. That brought "days to cover" up to 10.43, a 136.44% increase from the 4.41 days to cover calculated at the previous short interest data release. The below chart shows the historical "days to cover" for WDAY at previous short interest release dates:
An increased "days to cover" value could indicate that short sellers are using the stock to hedge a long bet elsewhere, or could also mean that short sellers believe the stock will decline in price. When short sellers eventually cover their positions, by definition there must be buying activity because a share that is currently sold short must be purchased to be covered. So investors tend to keep an eye on that "days to cover" metric, because a high value could predict a sharper price increase should the company put out some unexpectedly good news — short sellers might then rush to cover their positions, and if the "days to cover" number is high, it would then be more difficult to close those positions without sending the stock higher (until the higher price produces enough sellers to generate the necessary volume the short sellers need to close their positions).
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The chart below shows the one year performance of WDAY shares, versus its 200 day moving average. Looking at this chart, WDAY's low point in its 52 week range is $45.05 per share, with $65.00 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $58.34.
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John and I met on our very first day at Loyola College in 2001. After graduation in 2005, our relationship turned long distance while John went to NYU School of Medicine and I worked in Baltimore. Our proposal story took place on April 19, 2007, and I will cherish it always!
It was Thursday, and it was already planned that I would take the train up the next day to visit John in New York for the weekend. I unknowingly threw a little curve in John's plans by leaving work a little early that day since I was not feeling well. As I sat on my futon eating soup, my roommate, Chelsea, came through the front door and handed me a beautiful bouquet of white roses and tulips and a card. Why would John send me flowers when I was seeing him the very next day? I read the card, "You are about the go on your very own Amazing Race."
The card instructed me to go to the courtyard of our freshman dorm at Loyola. I sat there in confusion, with thoughts racing through my mind. Should I call her mom or my friends? Was I being proposed to today? What else could this be? I drove to Loyola hoping that I wouldn't crash my car as I was overwhelmed by both tears and smiles. I waited in the courtyard and was surprised that John was not there. My good friend, Kristen, walked around the corner holding another white bouquet and another card. This card was about present times and being together even though we were long distance.
John and I had just taken a trip that winter to Windham, New York, where we skied, frolicked in the snow, and made s'mores. The card instructed that a good place to make s'mores would be Xando's - a restaurant nearby that we had gone to during college. I drove to Xando's and found Chelsea and her sister sharing s'mores. Another white bouquet and card were waiting for me.
Chelsea gave me an encouraging smile and assured me that the next stop would be the last. This card was about the future and how excited John was that I would soon be moving to New York. It said a good place to think about the future would be the Tulip Garden. I drove to Sherwood Gardens, a nearby garden in a neighborhood of beautiful, huge, old houses that we used to visit in college.
I anxiously looked around for John and finally spotted him standing in the distance. I ran over to John where he had me sit down on a bench. John got down on his knee and asked me to marry him with a beautifully stunning ring made with a diamond that belonged to his great-grandmother. And among the tulips just beginning to bloom, I said, "Yes!"


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The downtown of Aurora is a pretty quiet place, normally. But some residents said that it's been busier lately, because of traffic at Dick's Headshop.
Mayor Mary Hess met with us at city hall. "People are upset about it. I don't know if synthetic drugs are sold there, that's just what I've been told by parents who've had kids end up in the emergency room because of them."
We went and checked it out for ourselves. A photographer went in, and told the owner since Jim Carlson's store isn't selling incense, he needed some of those products. Did she have any?
Ren Padget said yes, and pulled out three different packages. He bought two packages. She told him, "Follow the directions, but what you do in your own home is your business."
So afterwards, Renee Passal went into the store. She asked Padget if she sold incense. She said she doesn't sell synthetic drugs, just air fresheners.
"I am not going to sell to the customers with the intent of them misusing the product," she explained. "The media teaches the people to misuse the product. I use it as an air freshener," Padget told us. "My products are made in the U.S.A."
She said a flood of people are not coming from Duluth. We checked out the area for about 30 minutes on Tuesday afternoon. It appeared that three local people stopped in to buy small packages of what could have been the air freshener-type product.
Jim Carlson, the owner of the Last Place on Earth, has stopped selling all synthetic drugs and incense type products. He's fighting a new city ordinance.


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Strickland advances at WPC Day Six
by Mason King Jul 16, 2004, 3:02 AM EST
Earl Strickland was able to avoid the fate of several fellow former world champions on Thursday by besting home-crowd favorite Che-Wei Fu, 9-7, in the third round of the World Pool Championship at the World Trade Center in downtown Taipei.
Earlier in the round, former titleholders Mika Immonen, Oliver Ortmann and defending champion Thorsten Hohmann failed in their bids to return to glory and claim the tournament's $75,000 first-place payday. Thirty-two players started the round, which featured no fewer than seven Taiwanese players. This of course delighted the local fans who have been packing the tournament venue by the thousands since the event began July 10. And on Thursday evening, they were standing five- and six-men deep to catch a glimpse of favorite-son Fong-Pang Chao in his defeat of Malaysia's Patrick Ooi, 9-5, and packing the stands surrounding the main TV table to watch Fu take on the mercurial Strickland.
Promoter Matchroom Sport scheduled the Fu-Strickland tilt as the marquee matchup last of the evening and the highly-skilled Fu and always magnetic Strickland didn't disappoint. Fu got off to a 4-0 lead in the race-to-9 with some very coolly played run-outs, while "The Pearl" fussed over perceived slights by Fu and what he considered a lack of respect from the obviously partisan crowd.
At several points during the first four games, Strickland even appeared to fall asleep, closing his eyes and slumping back in his chair. And when afforded a chance at the table, he repeatedly hailed the referee to complain about Fu fidgeting in his chair and taking ill-timed sips from his water bottle. "I'm not even watching him play, and when I get up and shoot, he has to drink water like he's in the Sahara and dying of thirst," Strickland told BD after the match. "I can't stand it. It's a dead shark. I don't care what anybody says it's deliberate. Nobody could be that thirsty playing pool."
Strickland earned a spot at the table after jumping out of a Fu safety and potting a tough 2 ball. Then, employing a soft break that hardly ever failed to sink the right-corner ball of the rack in the right corner pocket, Strickland rattled off four straight games to tie the match, 4-4. Fu returned after a Strickland safety in the ninth game and nailed a spectacular one-rail kick shot that resulted in a successful two-rail bank. He quickly built a 6-4 lead before missing a cross-corner bank. Now with some fire in his eyes, Strickland methodically dissected four more racks and appeared to be on his way to victory when he missed the 6 ball, prompting an explosive roar from the crowd. Fu ran out from there, bringing the score to 8-7, and then sank the 4 on his break. With a tough shot on the 1, Fu played safe, but left some daylight for his foe. Strickland's subsequent safety left the 1 about five inches from the corner pocket but blocked from the cue ball and uncomfortably close to the side rail for a cross-corner bank. With little choice, Fu tried the bank and missed the 1 by a whisker. So, with ball in hand, Strickland was able to sweep up and earn a 9-7 victory.
The Pearl extolled the virtues of his soft-breaking strategy after the match. "If they keep me on this table, they're going to have a hard time getting me out of this tournament," he said. "That corner ball [in the rack] is wired. I don't have to hit them hard. I'll run 1,000 racks on this table."
The same table had witnessed the expulsion of two former champions earlier in the evening. Finland's Immonen, the 2001 title-holder, couldn't overcome the steady, solid play of Sweden's Niclas Bergendorff, losing 9-7. And the wily Efren Reyes, himself a winner in 1999, topped 1995 champion Ortmann, 9-6. [Johnny Archer, winner in 1992 and 1997, survived a scare on the table against Canadian Luc Salvas, stringing together five straight racks after Salvas took a 6-4 lead.] Elsewhere in the arena, Germany's Hohmann, who came from nowhere to shock the 2003 field, spent most of his third round match against Chin Ching Kang in the spectator's chair as the Taiwanese potter ran out an easy 91 winner.
Play will continue Friday with the round of 16. For up-to-the-minute scores, check the Matchroom Sport Web site at www.worldpoolchampionship.com.
Efren Reyes
Tournament NotesMembers of the American contingent at the World Pool Championships were taken aback by the attention lavished on the tournament by the Taiwanese media and spectators, not to mention the elevated status of the game in Taiwanese culture. The Asia-based ESPN Star Sports network televised the tournament live, and then showed replays seemingly around the clock. Results from the event were splashed over the front pages of local newspapers' sports sections. And local TV commercials featured such Taiwnese stars as 2004 Amway Cup winner Shin-Mei Liu, a Taiwan native. "Pool is regarded here as such a major sport," said American Danny "Kid Delicious" Basavich, who squeaked through the group stages but was edged in the first round of the field-of-64 knock-out stages by Filipino Francisco Bustamante, 9-2. "It's unbelievable. I feel almost like a baseball player in the United States. I've signed hundreds if autographs."
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Openings & Closings 2012: The Final Reckoning
Al Waha Restaurant & Hookah Lounge (3191 South Grand Boulevard)
American Craft Standard Brewing & Distilling Co. (1821 Cherokee Street)
Andria's Steakhouse (16125 Chesterfield Parkway West, Chesterfield) [this location only]
Audi-K's (235 North Euclid Avenue)
Bacana Brasil (16123 Chesterfield Parkway West, Chesterfield)
Boodles BBQ (10024 Gravois Road, south St. Louis County)
Burger Bar (999 North Second Street)
Casa Gallardo (four locations: Bridgeton; Fairview Heights, Illinois; Maryland Heights; and south St. Louis County)
Chevy's Fresh Mex (2911 Veterans Memorial Parkway, St. Charles)
Chevy's Fresh Mex (1382 Santa Fe Trail Drive, Ellisville)
Chez Leon (7927 Forsyth Boulevard, Clayton)
Chuy Arzola's (3701 Lindell Boulevard)
Cristo's Restaurant (8901 Riverview Drive)
Da Baldo's Trattoria (3518 Hampton Avenue)
Delmar Restaurant & Lounge (6235 Delmar Boulevard)
Donut House (8500 Morgan Ford Road)
Five Guys Burgers and Fries (1070 Town & Country Crossing, Town & Country) [this location only]
Foxy's Red Hots (11658 Dorsett Road, Maryland Heights)
Free Range Cookies (425 South Florissant Road, Ferguson)
Frankie and Johnny's Italian Restaurant (11686 Gravois Road, south St. Louis County)
Grace Manor (1801 North Main Street, Edwardsville, Illinois)
Gyros in the Loop (571 Melville Avenue, University City)
Halls Ferry Inn Jazz Cafe (3425 North Highway 67, Florissant)
Hooked Seafood Bar (8613 Olive Boulevard, University City)
Iggy's Mexican Cantina (13645 Big Bend Road, Valley Park)
JackSons' (6655 Manchester Avenue)
Kilkenny's Irish Pub (20 North Central Avenue, Clayton)
Korea House, a.k.a. Han Gook Kwan (1261 Castillons Arcade Plaza, west St. Louis County)
La Dolce Via (4470 Arco Avenue)
Land of Smile (9641 Olive Boulevard, Olivette)
Lenny's Sub Shop (11349 Olive Boulevard, Creve Coeur)
Liluma (236 North Euclid Avenue)
Mammer Jammer (5124 Natural Bridge Road)
The Map Room (1901 Withnell Avenue)
Market Grill (728 Lafayette Avenue)
Martello's Italian Restaurant (8025 Mackenzie Road, south St. Louis County)
Massa's (131 West Argonne Street, Kirkwood) [this location only]
Monarch (7401 Manchester Road, Maplewood)
Murdoch Perk (5400 Murdoch Street)
Park West Grille (2917 South Jefferson Avenue)
Pi on the Spot [food truck; now special events only]
Pierre Laclede's (3818 Laclede Street)
Pratzel's Eastgate Bakery (9265 Dielman Industrial Drive, Olivette)
Rue 13 (1311 Washington Avenue)
Sabu's Coffee (5708 Oakland Avenue)
Sausage Syndicate [food truck]
Selam Ethiopian Restaurant (549 Rosedale Avenue)
Sir's Bar-B-Que (6714 Olive Boulevard, University City)
Spaghetteria Mamma Mia (904 South Vandeventer Avenue)
Spanky's Frozen Custard (11616 Concord Village Avenue, south St. Louis County)
Sports Attic (8212 Manchester Road, Brentwood) [destroyed by fire]
Tachibana (12967 Olive Boulevard, Creve Coeur)
Taqueria la Pasadita (2336 Woodson Road, Overland) [this location only]
Tee's Golf Grill (103 Chesterfield Valley Drive, Chesterfield)
Tin Can Tavern & Grille (1909 Locust Street)
Tin Can Tavern & Grille (3157 Morgan Ford Road)
Trattoria Branica (451 South Kirkwood Road, Kirkwood) [this location only]
Tucci & Fresta's Trattoria and Bar (15 North Central Avenue, Clayton)
Walkers Restaurant and Bar (6425 Gravois Avenue)
Whiz-Tech Technology Cafe (1629 Locust Street)
Yagu Asian Fusion Cuisine (17265 Chesterfield Airport Road, Chesterfield)
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Abby's Shell Corner Cafe (1221 Locust Street)
Braswell's 30 West Cafe (11686 Gravois Road, south St. Louis County)
Carondelet Diner (321 East Davis Street)
Coyotes Ranch Grill & Saloon (4 Club Center Court, Edwardsville, Illinois)
Feed Me Banh Mi [food truck]
Fox Park Grille (2855 Shenandoah Avenue)
Iguanas Mexican Cuisine (5641 South Kingshighway Boulevard)
MEDIAnoche (8135 Maryland Avenue, Clayton)
The Pasta House Co. (15 North Central Avenue, Clayton) [this location only]
Root (1135 South Big Bend Boulevard, Richmond Heights)
Smash Bar (1405 Washington Avenue)
Victor's American Cuisine, a.k.a. Vic's on the Plaza (411 North Eighth Street)
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Fuzzy's Taco Shop
8073 Watson Road, Webster Groves, MO
Category: Restaurant
Manila Bistro
343 S. Kirkwood Road, St. Louis, MO
Category: Restaurant
Frankie & Johnny's Italian Restaurant - CLOSED
11686 Gravois Road, St. Louis, MO
Category: Restaurant
Yagu Asian Fusion Cuisine - CLOSED
17265 Chesterfield Airport Road, Chesterfield, MO
Category: Restaurant
Cafe Nura
117 E. Lockwood Ave., Webster Groves, MO
Category: Restaurant
Pujols 5 Westport Grill - CLOSED
342 Westport Plaza, Maryland Heights, MO
Category: Restaurant
Bono's Pizzeria
4500 Hampton Ave., St. Louis, MO
Category: Restaurant
Crazy Sushi
422 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, St. Peters, MO
Category: Restaurant
Famous Szechuan Pavilion
8615 Olive Blvd., St. Louis, MO
Category: Restaurant
609 Eastgate Ave., University City, MO
Category: Restaurant
Lafayette Fire Company No. 1
1801 Park Ave., St. Louis, MO
Category: Restaurant
7734 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton, MO
Category: Restaurant
Louisiana Cafe
1350 Triad Center Dr, St. Peters, MO
Category: Restaurant
161 Long Rd, Chesterfield, MO
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Trattoria Toscana
11686 Gravois Road, Concord, MO
Category: Restaurant
Feed Me Banh Mi
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Sapore Italian Café
Baxter Road & Andersohn Drive, Manchester, MO
Category: Restaurant
Iguana's Mexican Cuisine
5641 S. Kingshighway Blvd., St. Louis, MO
Category: Restaurant
Desserts On the Boulevard
3949 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO
Category: Restaurant
MEDIAnoche - CLOSED
8135 Maryland Ave., Clayton, MO
Category: Restaurant
Whiz-Tech Technology Cafe
1629 Locust St., St. Louis, MO
Category: Restaurant
Smash Bar - CLOSED
1405 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO
Category: Music
Walkers Restaurant and Bar
6245 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, MO
Category: Restaurant
Tucci & Fresta's Trattoria and Bar - CLOSED
15 N. Central Ave., Clayton, MO
Category: Music
Trattoria Branica-Kirkwood
451 S. Kirkwood Road, Kirkwood, MO
Category: Restaurant
Tachibana - CLOSED
12967 Olive, Creve Coeur, MO
Category: Restaurant
Taqueria La Pasadita
2336 Woodson Road, Overland, MO
Category: Restaurant
Tee's Golf Grill
103 Chesterfield Valley Drive, Chesterfield, MO
Category: Restaurant
Selam Ethiopian Restaurant
549 Rosedale Ave., St. Louis, MO
Category: Restaurant
Tin Can Tavern & Grille-Downtown - CLOSED
1909 Locust St., St. Louis, MO
Category: Music
Tin Can Tavern & Grille-Morganford - CLOSED
3157 Morganford Road, St. Louis, MO
Category: Music
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"For the Future" Campaign Committee
Smeal campaign volunteers are a group of alumni who support the college through their philanthropic giving and who work to spread the message about the value and satisfaction that come from investing in the college.
Mitch D. Cohen '81 Acctg
Partner, Vice Chairman
New York, NY
|Vice Chair:
Glenn M. Moyer '69 Mgmt
Bellefonte, PA
|Edward Anchel '60 Bus
Managing Partner
Eminent Capital Partners LLC.
New York, NY
|John M. Arnold '87 MBA
Petroleum Products Corp.
Harrisburg, PA
|Scott M. Asplundh '82 MBA
Asplundh Tree Expert Company
Willow Grove, PA
|Craig R. Chobor '94 Econ and Intl Bus
Managing Director & Analyst
Solus Alternative Asset Management
New York, NY
|Robert A. Davidow '64 Bus
Private Investor
Los Angeles, CA
|Byron G. Deysher '77 Acctg
President and CEO
Methods Machine Tools, Inc.
Sudbury, MA
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Lawyer, Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC
Harrisburg, PA
|William C. Lane '75 Acctg, '79 M ADM
Washington Director
Caterpillar Incorporated
Washington, DC
|Alan M. Majewski '02 MBA
Executive Vice President
Standard Steel
Burnham, PA
|Julie M. McHugh '86 Fin
Endo Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Malvern, PA
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State College, PA
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Pittsburgh, PA
|Ryan L. Newman '01 Econ
Vice President, Investment Management Division
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Bank of New York Mellon Corp.
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US Steel Corporation
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Executive VP & CFO
Stoneridge, Inc.
Warren, OH
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Schuylkill Capital Mgmt, LLC
Philadelphia, PA
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8 Ways To Improve Your Drawing Skills
People who see me drawing often remark that they wish they could draw better. I hear this from my students fairly often. My response is simple: "Draw." A lot of people who should don't consider drawing to be all that important. They're designers or photographers and don't understand the technical and observational acumen that results from drawing and how it will enhance their design skill or photographic eye.
Drawing slows you down. When you draw, you're taking time to look at something, to analyze it and reproduce it. You're not simply setting up to capture it and move on to the next image. You become very aware of form, proportion and color. You come to understand light and shadow and how they reveal and define form. This awareness translates to any visual pursuit.
For those who want to draw better, here are a few recommendations:
1. Go draw something. Repeat.
Practice leads to improvement. You won't get any better unless you engage in the attempt. The more you draw the more confident you'll become.
2. Look at drawings.
Whether simple line drawings or meticulously detailed renderings, you can learn a lot from looking at the work of others. How did they use line and shape? How did they shade?
3. Draw from drawings.
This may sound peculiar, but what can you learn by copying a Da Vinci or Michaelangelo sketch? Tons. Learn from the masters by copying them. Really. They won't mind.
4. Draw from photographs.
For most people, it's easier to reproduce an image that's already two-dimensional than reproduce an actual object, person or environment. When you're working from photos, look at edges, shapes and angles. Don't trace. Draw.
5. Draw from life.
If you're just starting out, pick simple objects and work your way up to complex ones. Go ahead and try your and at drawing people and your pets. Draw your furniture and your living spaces. Do you enjoy coffee? Draw your coffee cup. Here's a challenge: draw your hand. Hands and feet are the most complex parts of your anatomy and are readily available subject matter. If you can master these, you'll pretty much be able to draw anything.
6. Take a class.
A class will keep you accountable. A teacher will correct your weaknesses. Watching others draw is immensely beneficial for building your own observational skills. Where do you find a class? Check your local university extension, community adult school, YMCA or community college. Another source is your local art supply store, where artists post notices of drawing meet-ups, uninstructed sessions with models, or private instruction.
7. Keep a sketchbook. Meaning, keep it with you, open it up and work at filling it. It will serve as a reminder to grab your pencil or pen and do some drawing. Join the ranks of Moleskine or Field Notes afficiandos, or simply pick up a sketchbook at your office or art supply store.
8. Be intentional. This is the hardest thing, because if you want to improve at anything, you must decide to do it. You need to make a commitment and even schedule regular time in your week or your day to pursue drawing. In order to become better at it you need to make a habit of it.
I think it's also important to understand why you desire or need to draw. For me, it supports my work, but it's also something that provides a lot of pleasure. I simply enjoy drawing. It's foundational to my painting and my design, and it's foundational to who I am. I find that drawing something or someone makes that thing or person more important to me. As I come to understand the thing as I draw it, I can perceive how it was formed and why. That leads to greater perceptions altogether.
And for those who tell me that they can't draw a straight line, I can't, either. I use a ruler for that.
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deppy deppson-rotary
Suitable method for everybody similar to you. What if "I´m not You"? Working a lot makes you tired -only – more or less. Teaching is giving god hints from the teachers experience & the teachers teachers experience. What you are saying here is no more than "work until you´ll get rich. Tnx anyway.
Then you're lazy and greatness doesn't suit you. Wake up, great things acquire great work… HARD WORK
Your site helped me so much. Thanks! I love drawing but I don't really think I'm that good but after reading this I'm really excited to give it a go and improve. =)
I'm glad you were encouraged, Chelsea. Thank you.
dillon hill
im drawing an anime and lack inspiration in my head my drawings are amazing but its hard for me to bring them to life. music helps a little but gets me even more off task wat should i do?
I totally feel ya
Horse Girl
This site helped a lot i cant wait to get started on this
Peter Bryenton Says :
Good advice thanks. I was fortunate to study photography at an art college where tutors subscribed to the value of drawing.
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hey thanks a lot man. i have always been good at drawing or sketching but i have never gotten into really improving it. now i am and this helped a lot thanks again.
Artist Philip Xavi
Interesting, learned from this too…
The Musician's Apprentice
I found true, deep meaning with this. Personally, I strive to be a better musician, photographer, and writer. Ultimately, my goal is to become a master of arts. Your last point (Be Intentional) can really be applied to anything. If something is a part of you, you'll find the time to make it happen. In order for something to be a part of you, you must first understand what it truly is. Thank you, Alvalyn, for showing me what it really means to be artist and a human being with a renewed purpose.
I appreciate your comment and am glad you found this article meaningful. Thanks!
Brian Konson
I have wasted enough time already, cause I had minor difficulties in reproducing objects at an earlier age but I had no 'intension', I stopped as a result. Thanks dude, I'l be intensional now and build from that little I had, [if its still there, otherwise its for restarting with intension ha ha]. . .
TheOddStrange Says :
Very insightful. I now want a moleskine. No, I NEEED a moleskine. XD
This was a very helpful article.
Moleskine will be happy to hear that. I used a wire-bound sketchbook more often than a Moleskine because it folds over, which is often more convenient for me. But don't tell the good folk at Moleskine that.
I checked out your work. Love your use of line – very expressive. Thanks for your comment.
mohammad shaquib
ur comments was attaract me but in my area there is no achivement insketching
Hey man, i really appreciate your article. you know when i was a child i do alot of drawings and different type of mosaic, two dimension art carve and i am really known for this. but at a point when am go to attend my senior high school i change to science and now i study Computer&Electronics Eng. but at a point i have a deep thought and i saw that, the most thing i do best and enjoying doing is this art work and your article really open my mind towards many unclear things. dont mind if we can get intouch with u by email or something for some tip advise.
Alvalyn Lundgren
Even if you aren't a designer, the benefits of drawing are numerous, including the development of a keener sense of observation. For most people, it's also a stress-reliever. Thank you for your comments.
I think you are right and wrong. You shouldn't need to go to a class to get better you can do it yourself!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It's true that a person can work on their own to improve. However, many find the structured environment, interaction and direct feedback of a class to be quite helpful.
Reji Chandy
It is really worth it. Thanks for your advise.
Alwar Kalyan
I am feeling grt now and thanks for makeing me thinking practically…..!
Thank you so much for the tips! I'm (I suppose as so many wonderful artists are) very obsessed with improving, and being the best artist I can be because I love art so much! But I'm still pretty young, and honestly, I don't think I've utilized tips people from around the world have. Thank you for some very wonderful insight into things I can use to improve my work. This really made me smile and gave me a lot of encouragement. You're awesome!
Thanks for the advice now I can improve on my drawing easier and I can achieve better grades in art xxx 😀
Thanks for the help
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Gareth Says :
I've been drawing for years but i never seem to improve. I have used books and tutorials. At this point i think i need to aknowledge that some people have it and some don't. Sad times.
junaid Says :
Iwill take you wise words end draw everyting in my way and draw every day.
in what way drawing skill is beneficial to the drawer?
That's a good question. It comes down to the idea that if a person does something, they should be able to do it well, to the best of their ability. There are all levels of ability, but ability can be increased through training and discipline.
A person who draws should be able to draw well, don't you think?
As for the benefit of drawing for the designer, I've written a bit about that here
Hi! I guess I'll try this in hope that it will work I used to draw a lot but I somehow lost the habit of doing it so now when I try its not as how I'd like it to be :'/
hmmm.. looks like i need to double my practice .. haha .. thank you. =))
hi, thanks for the advice, i hope it'll work….i hope you teach prespectivity drawing….thanks lots.
SlyKitty 11
when i first introduced my self to sketches and artworks, I was not a skilled artist. Instead, I picked up a copy of the Draw 50 series as a kid and learned to draw from there, and sometimes I traced the drawings but I knew it wasn't a good idea. I drew insects and cartoons and had trouble drawing people, and I still do! then I entered high school, and surprisingly I was doing very well in my art classes. Now I'm in my third year at University and haven't drawn in my sketchbook for 3 years. I need to go back to this routine as I realize I miss it so much.
I think, this is the best way to learn the drawing.
Skittels Says :
Great advice, but i was already doing al of these… except for: 3. Draw from Drawings.
I'm Studying at an Art college (first year), and i have every day 3 hours to draw in the train. I want to become a Concept Artist in the game industry, though it may be unrealistic. Thats what i'm aiming for right now… do you have any advice for more advanced artists?
It's easy for advanced students to become complacent because they've "already done all of these". You know, in training camp for any sports, the players, no matter how experienced, review the basics over and over again. This is a good practice. My advice for beginning and advanced students is the same. Drawing is not like riding a bicycle, it's more like learning a language. If you don't use it, you lose it. Keep your skills honed and review the basics.
The only thing I would add specifically for advanced artists is this: Teach others to draw. When you can teach it, you know you've got skill. Teaching will mature you more quickly than anything else will.
Great post indeed..i realy want to b good at drawing bt dont know how..kudos to you dear..
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Hi m a gud drawer nd i really liked ur drawing it luks so butiful
Great advice, especially to draw from drawings.
I have been practicing my art work trying to improve. don't have much time cause I have kids and work. I'm trying to get Better at shading and being more creative. Mostly because I am learning to tattoo. I can usually only draw what I see. I would like to create my own drawings. Any advice?
Sumit karna
Sir ,i just able to draw the sketch of the pic present on the news paper ,magzine but can't able to imagine my own pic to draw . How can i do it
Sage Bradley
Just saying, photography is more than just a picture or setting something up to capture it. Its not pretty birds on a tree, photography is capturing a moment in time that you cannot get back and is to me something that can impact someones life greatly. A National Geographic Photographer took a photograph of a kid crying next to his dead sheep because someone ran over his families sheep and that was the only way that family was going to make money is through that sheep so they were going to have no food from then on. He took a photograph and that "set up picture" got people to donate money for that kid and he got enough money for more sheep so he could make money. Every different type of art has its own impact on things. So if you are a professor or even teacher you would know not to assume one type of artwork has more of an impact than another because it is not.
i like your ahh mmmmm……….. i can't xplain it but its so beutiful mostly at the end part thank you can you give more ways of improving?
Amir Haider
Dear Sir, I have a lot of attachment towards drawing and I often draw somehow acceptable features but I don't know how to learn it and how to know its basics. Would you kindly guide me. Thanks
Drawing is actually easy to begin learning. As with playing a musical instrument, it requires diligence and consistent practice. If you are able to enroll in a beginning drawing class, that is a good place to start learning. There are many how-to and demonstration videos on YouTube.
for me i know how to draw bt in graphics,non living objects and plants,so what i need is i want to start drawing living person so sir i need yo help to tell what i need to improve on my sketeches.
Drawing people and animals is no different than drawing objects and landscapes.
I recommend that you look for courses local to you where you can start drawing people, such as those offered by community colleges, community adult schools and art schools.
UCLA Extension has a variety of drawing courses both in classroom and online: https://www.uclaextension.edu/pages/search.aspx?c=drawing
i want to learn art work. if some one teach mer i will be greatfull to you…..
Start here: https://www.uclaextension.edu/pages/search.aspx?c=drawing
Ok, am gng to try again…
hi! Thanks for the tips! I really cant draw, but i can do graffiti…on paper
>…<. Other girls in my class know how to draw better than me. But thanks for the tips! i will try to improve!!
what…hands and feet that's what I have a hard time drawing. I guess that's what I lack. anyway, thanks… I will try to master it.
how did u do that
thank you for lovely tips
Thank you so much, I'm in 8th grade and have some trouble drawing, people say i'm really good at it, but I can't seem to find it better than an an average third graders. Although fairy simple instructions, I really appreciate this, and think it may have helped me. Thanks 😀
I used to be such a good drawer when I about 11 but then I was discouraged when my teachers refused to let me take art classes when I was in high school even though my relatives insisted, but now that I want to grow this site was really helpful
Katie Hitchens
Reading through this was quite interesting im have already completed up to step four and I have worked on that for years. My art teachers say I have a really good skill with my art work but one of them keeps trying to make me change it im only 14 but really enjoy to draw it gives me a way to express my feelings in a different way. She comes over and starts drawing all over my work and then yelling at me for not measuring it out but when I try to explain that my art is not all about it being equal its about it being unique she dosnt listen please tell me how I can stop her from doing this.
Brelynn Jobe
Hi. My name is Brelynn. I'm 13 years old, I'm going to be 14 on June 28th. I've tried everything to drawing turtorials to chibi. I really like to draw and I figure I want to be a artist someday.. I don't know what to draw or how to do it. I really want to be able to draw the easiest kind of drawing though. What do you think I should do? What would you suggest I try for a good, easier kind of drawing that looks cool. Maybe still life? I just.. I don't know why I can't draw good.. I have a sketch book and stuff. I don't know what to do. Hopefully you reply back soon. I hope I can at least begin to draw good
Hi, the one main area I can't quite grasp is shading. Where it goes what it should look like and how to achieve it?
For example in a face or a crease in a sleeve? Hope you can advise?
Hi, I just have to take a second to say that you are amazing!!!!! I think you have just become my idol!!!! I have been using these tips to help me with a school project and I just went on to your homepage to try and find them again and while I was looking a saw everything else and you are AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! One day I hope I can draw like that. You have just turned my 16th birthday from a pretty bad day into one of the most amazing day of my life, thank you for being alive.
God Bless,
From Jacqui 😛 B)
these tips were actually good
Thank you so much for such great advice
i really like drawing. but, i'm not sure i can improve my skill and i do't know how to. but, you help me with your tips. thank you so much.
Hey…nice tips a good starting point for me.Thanx alot
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I am really grateful for your site and all what I have virtually gained. Keep sending me more news letters and I promise to be better then I am now.
Once again want to say a big thank you for everything.
I learned math because someone taught me. I learned tennis and martial arts because someone taught me. I was not left to guess at things until I got something right. I do not know how to draw because no one will teach me. They say draw what you see and think like an artist. Duh
If I could do that I could draw but I don't know to do those things and I guess they can't be taught.
Hi. I'm eleven years old ( 12 in a few days ) and I love drawing. I feel like I'm pretty good at it, but I really want to get better at it, as I aspire to be a graphic designer. Do you have any tips?


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The Videogame Movies of 2014 and Beyond
There's no great secret to why Hollywood is interested in adapting successful videogames into movies. When something is successful, Hollywood likes to cash in, and games have been out-earning movies consistently for some years now. In these uncertain economic times Tinseltown likes to play it safe and greenlight projects with an inbuilt audience- hence the recent glut of remakes, reboots and comicbook movies. Videogame movies are just another example of this.
Yet games and movies are very different mediums and adapting them from one to another can be tricky. As a result there has been a number of high profile flops going all the way back to Super Mario Bros and Streetfighter. This hasn't seemed to put them off because the next few years sees an unprecedented number of videogame based movies due to hit a big screen near you. Not only that, but some of them (*gasp*) actually look quite good. So put down your controller and grab some popcorn as we peer into the gaming movies of the near future..... (3D Glasses are optional)
Need For Speed
When you think about it, it's kind of strange it's taken this long for a movie based on an EA franchise to arrive. While on the face of it Need For Speed is quite a strange choice to give the big screen treatment, it could actually prove to be quite smart. It's a very flexible concept to hang a story around- there's no ready built cast to worry about. As long as there's lots of cars, driving really fast that's all that matters. Need For Speed features a very different role for Breaking Bad's Aaron Paul, taking on his first movie lead. With the next Fast and Furious movie delayed 'til next year due to Paul Walker's untimely passing, Need For Speed might help those who need to scratch that particular itch.
ETA: March 2014
Heavenly Sword
Typically, Videogames that are tapped for movie adaptations are those that have proved a big success. Therefore Ninja Theory's 2007 hack-'n'-slasher is an odd choice. Released during the Playstation 3's tricky launch period it's all but forgotten now. This isn't a live-action adaptation though, but a CGI animation that brings back Fringe's Anna Torv as the voice of lead sword-swinger Noriko. To all intents and purposes it looks pretty much identical to the game's cut-scenes, and while they were impressive back then it's not exactly cutting-edge any more. The movie will open in cinemas in "select territories" before releasing for the home market on PSN
ETA: Spring 2014
Assassin's Creed
Publisher's Ubisoft aren't very impressed with the games movies we've had so far. So they decided to do something about it and set up their own production studio. The first product we will see of this initiative is this adaptation of the hugely successful Assassin's Creed series. The film will reportedly keep the game's sci-fi trappings, following Desmond Miles as he uses the Animus to enter the lives of his ancestors. Which historical settings from the games will feature remain to be seen, but the project has a big name attached in the form of Michael Fassbender. The X-Men First Class star is attached as a producer and is also expected to star.
ETA: August 2015
Resident Evil 6
While I'll admit I bailed on the series after the first two movies, Resident Evil is undoubtedly the most successful game based franchise out there. Originally expected this year, the as-yet-untitled sixth film in the series will again feature Milla Jovovich as movie-only character Alice. Jovovich's husband Paul WS Anderson is expected to return on directorial duty, for the film that is being touted as a 'franchise closer'. While this might finish up the existing story don't be surprised if it's not the last we see of Resi on the big screen- Hollywood's never been one to let a cash-cow get away.
Blizzard's MMORPG World Of Warcraft is among the biggest phenomenons gaming has ever seen. So a videogame adaptation has been on the cards for some time with names such as Sam "Evil Dead" Raimi attached at various times. After years of false starts, the cameras are finally rolling with acclaimed cult director Duncan Jones (Source Code, Moon) at the helm. With a rich fantasy world to draw on and a director who can do it justice this could prove to be the one videogame movie we've been waiting for.
And there's more....
Just a few of the other game movies currently in development.
- Splinter Cell (TBC) The second production announced by Ubisoft's movie studio. Tom "Bane" Hardy is attached to star
- Ratchet & Clank (2015) CGI Toon from Sony based on the hit series
- Sly Cooper (2016) Another CGI Toon from Sony based on the other hit series.
- Deus Ex (TBC) Sci-fi adap from the writers and director of cult horror Sinister.
- Tomb Raider (TBC) A new take on Lara's adventures reportedly based on the fantastic 2013 game reboot.
What game movie are you most excited to see? What game would make the best movie? Sound off down below!


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Benefits of Manicure and Pedicure
Having one's manicure and pedicure session has lots of benefits, not only for women but also for men.
Benefits of Manicure and Pedicure
After a day of hard work and dealing with difficult bosses, a trip to the salon for a much-needed Manicure and Pedicure Session is on the top of the list.
Having your weekly or monthly manicure and pedicure time seem like something only ladies would do for luxury but this shouldn't be the case. Both men and women may enjoy the benefits manicure and pedicure bring. Yes, you read right. Men should also have their mani-pedi session without the fear of being ridiculed as these sessions bring about benefits that both gender can enjoy.
1. It looks good. Ladies are sure to take advantage of this benefit. In fact, this may be the main reason why ladies have their monthly, if not weekly, session. On the other hand, since men are known to have their hands and nails dirty and unattractive due to their hard work, having manicures and pedicures will help their hands and nails look good at all times.
2. It looks sexy. Manicure and Pedicure bring out the beauty in one's nails. Whether it may be nail painted or not, a newly manicured and pedicured nails look sexy.
3. It feels good. We all know that having someone pamper your tired hands and feet feels really good. Add the mini-massage that goes with the manicure-pedicure session and your hands and feet will definitely feel at its best.
3. It looks sexy. Admit it or not, a clean hands, with or without paint, looks sexy. Who can deny the beauty of a newly polished and well-trimmed nails? With just one look, one can know how sexy one is, inside and out, by looking at her or his finger nails – even toe nails.
4. It relieves stress. An hour or more of manicure and pedicure time relaxes a person. This downtime allows one to keep its mind off stressful work and environment. It allows a person to take its mind off the hassles of daily issues. This hour of no-stress downtime can be good for the heart.
5. It relieves pain. The mini massage given during the mani-pedi session helps relieves pain caused by tired, hard working hands and carpal tunnel syndrome.
6. It's hygienic. Dirt can sieve through the tiniest holes even at the sides of one's nails. No matter how many times you wash your hands, dirt still needs to be vacuumed out. And since we use our hands in cooking and eating, having a clean finger nails is but a must.
7. It promotes healthy hands, feet and skin. The relaxation process and massage stimulates blood circulation to promote a healthy hand, feet and skin. It removes calluses, dead skin cells, future skin build ups and dirty cuticles therefore promoting a healthy body.
8. It makes everything sweeter. The mini massage given during the mani-pedi session makes one's skin softer. And with a sexy and soft hands, a touch can melt someone's romantic hearts.
Both men and women can benefit from having their manicure and pedicure sessions. So ladies, invite your men for a nail cleaning time, bond and make everything sweeter.
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Dr. Jim Bies, Dean of Students
As the Vice President for Student Services and Dean of Students, Jim Bies has broad responsibility for the administration of many departments that provide services and support to Augustana College students: Dean of Students Office, Residence Life, Student Activities, Career Center, Recreational Services, Health and Counseling Services, Volunteer Services, Adult Learner Services, Campus Learning Center for Children, Campus Safety, Dining Services, and the Augustana Bookstore. He is responsible for the hiring of staff in these departments, planning, budgeting, representing the division of Student Services and most importantly representing the concerns of the student body.
Dr. Jim Bies
Dean of Students Office
Edith Mortenson Center, #116
Augustana College
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57197
Phone: 605.274.4124
Fax: 605.274.4901
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Jim has been associated with Augustana College as the Dean of Students since 1986. He has been a college administrator in the student affairs field for more than thirty years while serving the following schools prior to Augustana: Luther College, Pacific Lutheran University, St. Olaf College and Rocky Mountain College.
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Yearly Archive for 2009
Hold your nose and root for the Titans? (vomit)
Here's a link roundup of Texany stuff you might be interested in: Rooting for the Titans? The Texans are still in the absurdly early playoff picture. (love the comment about the firefighters). Of course, they need to keep winning. With rainy, cold Buffalo, I just want a win and care not one lick on how […] [Read More]
Have the Houston Texans 'turned the corner?' Not exactly.
As it relates to NFL football, I'm a non-fan of the phrase "turned the corner." I think in the midst of a season, it is very difficult to see turning points as they are happening–they are much easier to see in a historical context. I see it more like trying to climb a mountain without […] [Read More]
Texans beat 49ers 24-21: Did you take your meds?
Texans win. Yay. I think the Houston Texans need to come with some sort of medical warning. If you health situation is at all on the edge, you really have to make sure that you are taking all your prescription drugs. Heart problems? Blood pressure? Texan fans, please take your meds. It's a good idea […] [Read More]
Learn something about the Texans offensive line and a 49er preview
I dearly love it when I learn something about the team that I did not already know and it makes me go hmmmm. My friend JJ Cooper does some amazing stuff for FanHouse, including this week breaking down which offensive tackles were responsible each sack for each team. Yes, he watched and rewatched every NFL […] [Read More]
Vote for Gary Kubiak in 'NFL Coaches Fight Club'
Haven't done a Houston Texans link roundup in a while, so here's a few things to help tide you over until gameday: NFL Coaches Fight Club One of the fun things about writing for FanHouse is that it is collaborative. Usually, we use google groups to communicate about who is taking what story, but often […] [Read More]
Texans running game myths and nonsense about the offense
First, after reading this and commenting if you feel it, I ask you to vote for Brian Cushing for Pepsi Rookie of the Week. Texans supporting Texans. Okay, now to your regularly scheduled blog post in progress…. Lately I've been reading and hearing all sorts of nonsense about the nature of the Texans offense. "They […] [Read More]
Start the Brian Cushing Defensive Rookie of the Year talk
Right after the Texans 28-17 victory over the Texans, I received this text from a friend: "Start Cush ROY campaign now." Works for me. Depending on how today's defensive performances go, Brian Cushing will be top or near the top of the league in rookie tackle numbers. Cushing has 48 tackles, 28 solos, 20 assist, […] [Read More]
'Who Dey Revolution' talks Bengals, and a little bit of trash
Sometimes, the best way to get a flavor of what is happening with a team is to consult with one of their more dedicated fans. Every team in the league has things that are going well and not well, and hearing what concerns other team fans really brings this in perspective. You feel the emotion […] [Read More]
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Re: Football Zone
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I'd love Iniesta to have won it, but Messi really is the best player in the world, miles ahead of anyone else so hard to argue there. While Messi is at his peak, everyone else is just fighting for second place. 4 Ballon d'Ors in a row with the fifth coming almost surely next year, never had a player in football history been so far above all his peers as Messi is now, unparalleled individual domination.
As for Team of the Year, the front 5 are not very open to debate, but Busquets should have been picked ahead of Alonso (or even Yaya, Pirlo... just not Alonso), and the back 5 should include no La Liga players.
No,Messi is just a vulture who won this because he vultured goals against weak teams in Primera and in friendly internationals.
Shit,I forgot this "logic" applies only to players you don't like.
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Play 7 Classic Football Management Computer Games Online
Many of the regular readers of EPL Talk will know that I'm a massive fan of retro football computer games, so I was pleased to come across a video showing what the original Football Manager game, made in 1982, looked like when played on a Sinclair Spectrum computer.
The video painstakingly goes through step-by-step of how to play Football Manager, which was the classic computer game that started the football management game craze. Designed and programmed by Kevin Toms, you can see how simplistic but addictive the game is. And, if you're feeling up to it, you can play an online version of Football Manager thanks to an emulator from World of Spectrum.
Including Football Manager, here are 7 videos and links to classic football computer games that you can watch and play online:
Football Manager
Play the online version of Football Manager.
Football Manager 2
Play the online version of Football Manager 2.
Football Manager 3
Play the online version of Football Manager 3.
Soccer Supremo
Play the online version of Soccer Supremo.
Tracksuit Manager
Play the online version of Tracksuit Manager.
Euro Boss
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