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This is a recycled masterpiece! Check out the flower petals - they are made from the centres of old diskettes. Love it love it love it. Photozz shows you how to make your own over on Instructables.
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Really nice :)
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Wow, i have never thought that i could create such a beautiful sculpture through my useless disks.
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Sexual violence is a specifically reprehensible form of violence, and includes rape and any other attack of a sexual nature perpetuated against both males and females. Its repercussions can be iniquitous, and may include acute and physical repercussions for survivors and witnesses. Human trafficking can also lead to sexual violence, and I will be discussing the issue of 'modern slavery' in this article. I will also highlight the brutal effects of sexual violence in conflict.
There is precedent for women to play a principle role in paving the way for peace: prominent historical examples can be found in Northern Ireland, Liberia and Argentina. But even more than grassroots movements, there's an international legal basis for women to have greater involvement in the maintenance and promotion of international peace and security
As Israeli military operations reignited in Gaza on July 8, the familiar indignant echo of "something must be done" rang out around the liberal and non-interventionist quarters of the Western world in a show of solidarity with the trampled Palestinian people that, while admirable, all too often fails to delineate exactly to whom the appeals for reason should be addressed.
Words cannot describe the hopelessness I felt emanating from these camps, and I am not surprised that so many families decide to take the next step and leave Syria altogether. If we could just get access and reach them, it might not solve the conflict, but it would lessen the burden for families who have lost everything and ease the pressure on neighbouring countries.
Sexual violence has been a central feature of the conflicts that have raged through the region for decades. Thousands of men, women and children are affected each year in activities that constitute war crimes under the Geneva Conventions.
For me the solution seems clear cut, military action must be taken to stop the Assad regime destroying Syria and its citizens, literally. We cannot end up with another situation like Rwanda where in the eyes of then UN Secretary General Kofi Annan, the world could not bring itself to act. That must not be allowed to happen again.
Some places almost never get the attention they deserve. One of these is the Democratic Republic of Congo. A vast country of some 80 million people, at the heart of Africa. It has struggled since independence in 1960 with a poor colonial legacy, cold war manipulations, venal and incompetent governments, and a succession of wars.


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#4 - thewhimsicalfox (01/08/2013) [-]
Patriotism is honestly retarded... It's an unwavering support in the face of fact simply because you had the good/bad luck to be born in a particular geographic location - WHERE IS THE SENSE? Nowhere.
#6 to #4 - unijaw (01/08/2013) [-]
There is no logic to love either. I see your point but I don't think you are living in the real world. Without patriotism we become tools of the state. With too much patriotism comes nationalism and we become tools of the state. You appear to be thinking of nationalism a man who lived in Europe, China, Africa whatever who moves to America and becomes fond of their adopted homeland becomes patriotic. patriotism is not nationalism. In Britain I can assure you many people from the commonwealth nations become very patriotic towards the UK/England. You are thinking of blood and soil nationalism not patriotism.
#7 to #6 - thewhimsicalfox (01/08/2013) [-]
If we're limiting patriotism to a fondness for the area you live rather than a a die-hard adoration, then sure I agree. Generally the term "patriot" is banded about as some sort of interchangeable term for nationalism.


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I was in need of a hard shell case to protect a rare Guild X-80 Skylark. Since this Guild has a radical, asymmetric shape similar to the Explorer, I figured I would give it a try. I received the case in 2 days. It had some smudges on the outside front but they do not bother me as the case will surely get its share of bumps as it protects its cargo inside. The case is built well and is large. The internal dimensions (something I could not find anywhere on the internet!) are 47 1/2 inches long and 16 3/4 inches wide. This includes pushing into the cushion so I would say these are the maximum dimensions that the case can hold. The body cavity is large and fits an Explorer very snugly with no chance of it moving around. The body cavity is 23 3/4 inches long. There is a little "step up" cushion that is 5 3/4 inches long right before the neck rest. The neck rest has a groove shaped into it that fits the Explorer design. It is NOT in the center of the neck rest. If you are in front of the open case, it starts 6 inches from the far side and stops at 8 1/2 inches (a 2 1/2 inch groove). The case closes tightly around the Guild X-80 and although it is shorter than the Explorer body, it does not move around in the case due to the snugness of the padding. I also tried a Guild X-82 Nova in the case and it fit even better! I tried a Guild S-281 Flyer in it and it fit but had way too much extra space around it. I tried a Guild X-79 and it did NOT fit. The distance between the upper horn and a point on the headstock on the X-79 does not clear the distance across the storage compartment. Anyway, I am happy with the case. It is not "top of the line" but it is solid and for the price, it is perfect especially if you are looking for a case for some very rare, oddball shaped Guilds, it will work for them too!!
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Social Media And Technology: Progress IS NOT Going To Stop So You Can Catch Up! Expand Your Mind
First I would like to say how excited I am about how technology is growing and express my joy at the amount of progress that has been made in such a short span of time. We are truly moving toward the Jetsons Age, how cool is that? I am still waiting for the flying cars and I am a little disgruntled that they have not appeared yet. However that is another story and an entirely different blog post.
I have seen so much growth in technology within the past fifteen years and super quick growth within the past two years. The growth in the past two years, have a direct connection to mobile technologies and I think the pace will continue to pick up as we develop smarter, quicker and better mobile technologies. We are truly living during a huge technological transition era and we are literally living through history making events in regard to technology growth.
I have really noticed amazing changes in attitudes about this ever growing digital and social media space by individuals and companies. What's so exciting about these changes in attitude are that most of the changes have been with organizations NOT individuals. Although most organization owners may not necessarily be all warm and fuzzy about social media and digital marketing on a personal level, the more savvy business owners are starting to recognize the benefits to their business to develop a strategy to move full force into this digital marketing space. This is huge because, just a few years ago there was a huge amount of push-back by company owners about social media. I'm not saying that all push back is over only that I have noticed more companies although not really into social media on a personal level, are recognizing the benefits to their organizations.
It's a bit hard to believe but the majority of negativity to social media is now coming from individuals that either don't get it, are intimidated by the growth of technology or those that are stuck in the murky depths of resistance to change and lack the ability or inclination to embrace this technology. I've had multiple discussions by quite a few people that are strongly resistant to changes. Some are so adamant that they are wishing failure to some social media platforms so they can go back to how the world was BEFORE social media. The primary reason for this thought process is that there is a resistance to change within their areas of technology and their pushback is based on their inability and or lack of motivation to step their games up. SERIOUSLY!
I do believe that the extreme negativity toward social media to this degree is some form of extreme misguided view of ones own self importance. When a person would rather a technology that has benefited so many be eliminated because they lack the drive or inclination to step up their game, is beyond my comprehension. A HUGE part of any technology is dedicating oneself to continued growth, so that you can always be on top of your game. This is more important than ever now due to the super quick growth of technology. If you are in a technology field and you lack the capacity to stay on your game by dedicating yourself to continued education, you may need to rethink your career choice. JUST SAYIN'
It is surreal to talk to people that have narrow views on growth and advancement of technolgy this is especially so for those that are in technology fields. I can't imagine why anyone would want to slow the progress of technology instead of embracing the changes and using this amazing growth in technology to learn new things.
I am glad that outlooks on turning the technological hands of time backward is not the thought process of mainstream technology enthusiasts. Also very excited that although some individuals have odd view on technology growth that organizations are really stepping up their game and diving head first into embracing the technology needed to take their organizations to the next lever.
What are your thoughts? Have you experienced a new found push-back by individuals about technology growth and social media? Have you seen new efforts by organizations to embrace technology and social media?
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In the 80's I talked to people who thought they had reached a point in their careers where they didn't need to use a PC. I say "if you want to be in business in five years, you will learn to use them"
In the 90's I switch to saying "if you're not planning on being dead in five years, you need to use a computer"
Then I started telling people they needed the net.
A few years back, I we pretty good at explaining how to get your boss to approve social media. By 2010, I switched to "if your boss isn't begging you to get into social media, you need to get out the resume and start looking for a company that will be around in five years"
Today, I just don't bother with those questioning technology. They are choosing to act as if they are dead.
DISCLAIMER. Married to a woman without a Facebook account. I fully understand when someone chooses to live without some things. Over emphasizing for a business/career content and dramatic effect :).


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Seymour-based Kocolene Development Corporation has been announced as the latest recipient of the state's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Initiative's Linked-Deposit Program. The company and its subsidiaries will receive $2 million. President and Chief Executive Officer Gary Myers says the funding will help result in 40 percent of the company's stock being sold to the new Kocolene Development Corporation ESOP.
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Indianapolis, Ind. -- State Treasurer Richard Mourdock announced $2 million in financing for Kocolene Development Corporation, including its subsidiaries: Ranger Enterprises and Shadowood Golf Course, through Indiana ESOP Initiative (IEI)'s Linked-Deposit Program at the company's ESOP announcement to its employees.
"I am extremely pleased that the IEI supported Kocolene Development Corporation's efforts in becoming an ESOP, employee-owned, company," extolled Treasurer Mourdock. "Employee-owned companies have an established track record of creating wealth for its employees, raising the entrepreneurial spirits from within, and increasing companies' productivities overall. It's critical, now more than ever, for the State of Indiana to not only keep its current employers, but Hoosier employees must become more innovative and productive during these challenging economic conditions as well. ESOP companies can and will do exactly that."
Gary Myers, President and CEO of Kocolene Development Corp. stated, "We are grateful to Treasurer Mourdock for the opportunity to utilize the state's ESOP Initiative Linked-Deposit Program, which provided a part of an overall financing package, resulting in 40% of the company's stock being sold to the new Kocolene Development Corporation ESOP."
Treasurer Mourdock created the IEI in May of 2008 and charged it with the mission of encouraging Indiana businesses in becoming ESOP, employee-owned, companies, therefore preserving Hoosier jobs. Through the IEI Linked-Deposit Program, the Treasurer of State's Office purchases a certificate of deposit at a reduced rate of interest from the financial institution providing the loan to the ESOP company, and, in turn, the financial institution will reduce the interest rate on their loan to the ESOP company.
Kocolene Development Corp. and its wholly owned subsidiaries: Ranger Enterprises, a warehousing-logistics-recycling entity with 700,000 sq. feet of warehouse space, and Shadowood Golf Course, are headquartered in Seymour, IN. Founded in 1938 by Carrie M. Myers, Kocolene is a fourth generation family company with 32 retail convenience stores and discount tobacco sites under the names of Fast Max and Smokers Host.
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ONA -- Going against one of the top pitchers in the state, Cabell Midland softball coach Jeanne Lunsford knew her team needed a solid effort at the plate on Friday.
Lunsford watched as Cabell Midland started with small-ball and ended with a huge inning against South Charleston's Allie Burdette to take down the Black Eagles, 10-2, in a mercy-rule shortened six-inning victory.
"Allie's ball moves very well and she throws it for location and hits her spots," Lunsford said. "We hit a very good pitcher today and I'm very proud of the girls. They weren't trying to overhit or overswing. They just made contact and let her pitch do what it was going to do."
A seven-run sixth inning capped the performance as the Knights ended with five straight hits against Burdette, capped by Morgan Kelley's two-run home run to right-center that ended the game. It was Kelley's second home run in two days.
Kelley's home run was preceded by a two-run RBI triple by Mandi King and RBI singles by Jordan Colliflower and Morgan Zerkle at the top of the Cabell Midland order.
Prior to the seven-run sixth to end the game, the game was locked in a pitcher's duel.
Burdette's home run in the top of the sixth had cut the Knights' lead to 3-2. It was the Black Eagles' first hit since the second inning off of pitcher Jenna Marsh, who had stayed consistent and induced ground balls to keep South Charleston at bay throughout.
"I didn't expect that type of result," Lunsford said. "I expected the 3-2 game on either side due to the pitching."
The left side of Cabell Midland's infield got quite a workout in the contest as Zerkle, the Knights' third baseman, and shortstop Erin Kaplan consistently made plays to keep the Black Eagles from getting on the scoreboard.
Of 18 South Charleston outs in the contest, 14 were in play with 10 being fielded by Zerkle and Kaplan. Another critical play came in the second inning when Colliflower snagged a line drive to left field on the run with the bases loaded and the Knights protecting a 2-1 lead.
While the Knights used the big bat late in the game, it was small-ball to lead Cabell Midland out to a 2-0 advantage.
The Knights opened the game with three consecutive infield singles to take a 1-0 lead before a passed ball led to a 2-0 advantage after one inning.
Lunsford said her team's ability to get the bunt down was crucial.
"I think getting bunts down were key," Lunsford said. "It puts pressure on the defense and on the pitching."
Colliflower ended the game 3-for-4 with two RBIs while King and Zerkle each finished with a pair of hits.
Burdette, who finished with eight strikeouts, had two of South Charleston's three hits in the loss.
Burdette and Catlett. Marsh and Koontz.
Hitting: (SC) Burdette 2-3, HR, RBI; Phillips RBI. (CM) Colliflower 3-4, 2 RBIs; Kelley HR, 2 RBIs; King 2-4, 3B, 2 RBIs; Zerkle 2-3; Brumfield 3B, RBI.


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Popular Economics Weekly
Nobelist and New York Times columnist Paul Krugman recently wrote about "zombie" economics coming back from the grave to haunt us. By that, he meant a version of Adam Smith's classical, free market economics that advocated less regulation and lower taxes that was in vogue in the 1980s. Their mantra was "Government is the problem".
It was labeled 'trickle-down' economics as the ticket to greater prosperity for all because it advocated tax breaks to the wealthiest while allowing financial markets to regulate themselves.
Dr. Krugman lamented the fact that even though its principles had long since been discredited—only a few prospered, while it meant greater debt for government, and the majority whose incomes didn't rise—its proponents were using its arguments to attempt to discredit the various stimulus plans, as well as health care reform.
The zombie economists maintained that cutting taxes always created jobs, forgetting that it depended on whose taxes were cut. When it was the investor class, then it usually resulted in an oversupply of goods and services that tended to create the various asset bubbles–such as housing. Unless the majority of consumers' incomes were also boosted, there would be no one to buy the products.
That is why the various stimulus plans accentuate direct job creation more than tax cuts and cash rebates. Tax rebates provide a temporary stimulus but peter out when the money is gone. Putting the stimulus monies into various public projects-such as high-speed rail transport—creates not only jobs, but new industries in the better-paying high tech sector for the longer term.
The Cash for Clunkers is another example. By encouraging consumers to buy high-mileage cars, it nudges the auto industry and its affiliates towards energy conservation and lower pollution, as well as creating more jobs.
The stimulus monies were designed to feed into the economy over the next 2 years, once the financial markets stabilized. And so the just released minutes of the Federal Reserve's latest Open Market Committee meeting point to continued concern that economic growth will take at least 2 years to recover. They are in no hurry to increase interest rates for that reason.
That's a good thing for real estate values, in particular, not to speak of consumer debt loads, which have now fallen to 2005 levels. Low rates are spurring the real estate recovery, with fixed interest rates up to $729,750 now at or below 5 percent with a 1 point origination fee. The June Case-Shiller home price index increased for the first time in a year.
What about the federal debt? It is currently $9 trillion and on track to become $12 trillion by the end of 2009. That is approximately 80 percent of our Gross Domestic Product. That is high but nowhere near the record of 120 percent set in WWII, and it took that amount of government spending to get us out of the Great Depression.
This is important, because without the government stimulus spending we could be in a full-blown recession. Interest rates would not be this low and job losses would be much more serious. So though the government debt is troublesome, we won't be able to pay any of it back without a sustained economic recovery, which means when the private sector is willing again to expand.
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|Walking in a Winter Wonderland
In spite of the snow, I am noticing some signs of spring.
While on some recent runs, I heard the cardinals and chickadees singing their "spring songs." Also, the downy woodpeckers were doing their drumming. That is the first time this season I have heard this. And during an early evening run, a pair of trumpeter swans flew over my head.
Stuff is happening. These are all good signs.
Of course, as I type this, the predicted low temperature tonight is supposed to get down to -2 F. But whatever. We are going to get there! Eventually.


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Frankly, pretty much any time we go into a Flying Saucer Draught Emporium, it's a beer feast, what with the place having more than 250 beers available. But every autumn, it really throws down the beer red carpet (metaphorically speaking) with BeerFeast, which this year will feature more than 40 breweries.
The Fort Worth fest will be from 1 to 7 p.m. Oct. 11 at the Flying Saucer at 111 E. Third St., in Sundance Square in downtown Fort Worth. If you're in DFW and can't make it to that one, you might try the one from 1 to 7 p.m. Oct. 18 at Flying Saucer on the Lake, 4821 Bass Pro Drive in Garland, on Lake Ray Hubbard. There'll also be an Oct. 25 BeerFeast in Austin, and a Nov. 1 one in Sugar Land.
Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 16. Tickets are $35 and available at Flying Saucer or online at www.Beerfeast2014.com. Members of Flying Saucer's U.F.O. Club and members of the American Home Brewers Association can purchase tickets at the discounted price of $30 at any time prior to the festival. Ticket price will increase to $45 at the door.
Besides admission, a ticket will get you a 2014 BeerFeast tasting glass; and a tasting card good for 12 samples of any of the festival beers. A limited number of VIP tickets are also available online only before the festival for $65.VIP tickets include admission to the festival one hour before other ticket holders; a food voucher; a BeerFeast T-shirt; and a BeerFeast Brew Caddy. Also, all VIP ticket holders will have access to a VIP-only line for the hourly rare-brew tappings.
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The Maccabees: Heroes or Fanatics?
The Maccabees triumphed over the Syrian Greeks and liberated the Temple, but their legacy is not so clear.
By Michele Alperin
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Although celebrated as heroes who saved Jewish practice and Torah law from suppression and abrogation by the Syrian Greeks, the Maccabees are portrayed in the First Book of Maccabees as religious zealots, murdering coreligionists who had chosen the path of Hellenism.
The historical reality is murky, refracted as it is through the political and religious agendas of First and Second Maccabees (books relating the Hanukkah story that the rabbis chose not to include in the Hebrew Bible). Because of this ambiguousness, both interpretations have some legitimacy, and later commentators choose the one most consonant with their own needs and goals. For example, readers who have personally experienced anti-Semitism may identify Mattathias as a hero who was loyal to his religious identity in the face of an anti-Semitic Greek civilization. On the other hand, civil libertarians may judge the Maccabees less generously, criticizing their infringement on the civil rights of their coreligionists [the latter of whom may also have treated those belonging to the Maccabean party in a similar manner].
The Role of Hellenism
Central to any assessment of the Maccabees is an evaluation of the role of Hellenism, an ideology whose universalistic outlook was based on Greek ideas and athletic prowess. Following in the footsteps of Alexander the Great, Hellenism became a political tool used by the Syrian Greeks to consolidate their power among the wealthy bourgeoisie. In turn, the aristocratic elites who embraced Hellenism gained access to the social and economic perquisites flowing to citizens of a Greek polis, including the right to mint coins, to take part in international Hellenistic events, and to receive protection from the city's founding ruler.
But Hellenism encompassed more than a pragmatic relationship between the ruler and local economic elites; it also represented an "enlightened" worldview considered by many to be the way of the future. Nations who shut themselves off and did not confront the challenge of Hellenism were falling by the wayside. Because it was viewed as the wave of the future, the pressure to acculturate to Hellenism was quite intense in Judea. Therefore, the people of Judea had to decide whether the universalistic focus of Hellenism constituted a danger to their ancestral religion and its God or whether it simply represented a more modern and "progressive" way of life that could be merged with Jewish practice.
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Next, tie a simple knot at one end of the open innertube.
Step 3: Assemble the Weenie
Step 4: Filling the Weenie
Step 5: Free the Weenie
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Barclays Center Will Be An Album
Jay-Z's eight-night concert will be turned into an eight-song album, out this Tuesday! The EP will be called Live In Brooklyn, and will include eight tracks (and videos) selected by HOV himself…we're crossing our fingers crossed Bey's mini-concert will be included. (via Rap Radar)
Beyonce Hits The Barclays Stage
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What could top HOV riding the MTA to his last show at The Barclays Center? BEYONCÉ taking the stage, duh! Bey christened Barclays with "Diva" before Jay closed the eight-concert show with "Young Forever". But it was the hot mom's rendition of "Crazy In Love"- featuring her infamous "uh oh" dance – that turned up the crowd! Ms. Knowles even threw her husband off; he missed his first verse, enthralled by her performance. (Via: Huffington Post)
Mila Kunis Is Esquire's Sexiest Woman Alive
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Though Mila Kunis's Miss Dior ads were probably the least sexy thing on Earth, Esquire still chose the actress as their sexiest woman alive. To every man's delight, Kunis goes topless on the November issue's cover. (Via Esquire)
NYC Metro Cards Get The GAP Treatment
NYC metro cards are getting a pre-holiday season makeover thanks to a new plan that allows brands to buy ad space on the swipes. Mega retailer Gap is the first to get in on the opportunity, pushing passengers to its flagship store on 34th St. and offering them 20% off their next purchase at a nearby location! (Via: Village Voice)


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Analysis and composition of motets and mass movements for three or four voices. Readings from Zarlino. Continuation of CMP 411T. Prerequisite: CMP 411T. (3 credits) Davidson
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Introductory course in composition. Students will learn practical fundamentals of music composition: notation, instrumentation, and orchestration, as well as today's principal compositional techniques.
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Demonstration of instrument categories and writing for individual instruments. Orchestrational analysis of 20th-century literature. Text: Samuel Adler's Orchestration. Instructor's permission required for nonmajors. (2 credits) Agócs
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Techniques explored in Electro-Acoustic Music I will be extended through an investigation of live applications of electronic music. Special emphasis will be placed on the combination of acoustic instruments and digital sound using realtime computer music systems. Students will learn to facilitate gestural communication between performer and machine through the creation and control of interactive listening/response environments. A concert of works composed by students of the class will take place during the semester. Prerequisite: CMP 461T. (2 credits) Mallia
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The study of tonality in Western classical music through analysis and writing of binary, ternary, sonata-allegro, rondo, and variation forms based on models from the Baroque, Classical, and early Romantic periods. (2 credits) Peyton
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The study of "tonality" in modern times: the return to modality, the use of hybrid and compound scale, the principle of displacement and crossrelations. Compositions in the style of Debussy, Stravinsky, Bartók, and other 20th-century masters. (2 credits) Peyton
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This course will serve to introduce students to the basic elements and practice of music programming, using MAX/MSP music programming language. Developed in 1986 at the Institute de Recherché et de Coordination Acoustique/Musique (IRCAM) in Paris, MAX is an ideal music programming environment for composers, theorists and performers alike. Operating on both Windows and Macintosh platforms, MAX is a graphical programming language that invites the user to design music software by connecting together "ready made" musical objects onscreen. Using this intuitive flowchart language structure, students will quickly learn the substance and concepts of music programming, while at the same time, avoiding the lower level details of programming that encumber older computer languages. As the elements of the language are mastered, students will be encouraged to develop their own musical thinking towards a final project comprised of a MAX application, an active demonstration of their software, and a short description of their project. These final projects – which may take a range of different forms, including compositions, performance environments or theoretical tools – will serve to connect to the student's personal musical goals to the practice and craft of music. (2 credits) Burdick
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Will you be coming to the contract signing this week? It's a public event, and I'll be posting more information on it shortly. I hope to see you there.
This story is an update. Perhaps you missed the link in the article to the original story, which includes historical information on the Edson. Here it is again:http://www.mlive.com/news/bay-city/index.ssf/2012/04/navy_us_edson_finally_coming_t.html
It's wonderful that those who served and are serving received this recognition. We don't thank them enough.
That was a lot of heavy lifting! Saginaw Valley Naval Ship Museum officials said that they are surpassing the minimum engineering standards for the mooring plan, but negotiating when able to keep the cost of the project down.
The museum will charge $10 for tours of the Edson once it is moored. Kegley said that he plans to raise a large amount of the remaining money through the tours and additional fundraising events. What do you think the Edson will bring to Bangor in terms of tourism? Will this help to recharge the economy?
The plan is to get the ship open to the public this summer, while painting and other aesthetic repairs are performed. There have been so many delays with this project, it's pretty neat that this is finally "under way". Do you think this will increase Bay County's tourism industry?
Are heavy vehicles more problematic than seasonal freezes and thaws, or do they exacerbate this problem?
Those are fair questions and good comments. Despite turnout, the Y does not have any plans to change the price of the programs. They are looking into offering a punch card for spin class class visits, and while that addresses concerns of being "locked in" to a class, it doesn't change the cost.
I tried out the spin class and really enjoyed it, but as a young professional it is out of my price range.
Do you workout indoors during the summer, or move it outside?
Great discussion, everyone. Here's a link to a video that was taken in February of a wind turbine. If you have not seen one up close, this can help you get an idea of the noise that they produce: http://videos.mlive.com/bctimes/2012/02/what_a_wind_farm_could_sound_l.html
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Janet Santos is a Bangor Township resident, and she said she will continue living in Bangor after she begins her new job in Saginaw.
Thank you for your comment. You bring up a really good point. Dow Chemical Co. is working to remediate the property, since it was previously contaminated. I asked Brian Brink about the possibility of contamination if the precautions fail, and he said the site is the best and worst scenario. Unfortunately, there is contamination on the industrial district (Although not directly on the property Brink is looking to sublease), but with workers on-site actively involved in clean-up there could be a very quick response to any leaks, etc. And I am sure that the proposal of wind turbines would get residents interested!
Do you think Brink can serve as a catalyst for industry growth in the area? Around 70 acres of property will still be available for Port Fisher to sublease to other businesses, including land right on the waterfront.
primerib22, good catch.
I have corrected that in the article.
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This poll isn't unique to the Bay County Library System, so votes are representative of both local readers and ones who use other libraries. With around 125 votes, I was surprised that the top two choices were from opposite ends of the spectrum.
Any runners or walkers in the audience taking part in this 5k? I think it's great that this coincides with Earth Day and offers a relaxed atmosphere for participants. For people on the fence about their first 5k, that could make all the difference.
Thanks for the comment. The National Library Week slogan of "You belong @ your library" implies that libraries should be thought of as technology resources (ebooks, computer labs, etc.) in addition to containing shelves upon shelves of paperbacks. For people who don't have access to a computer at home, this can be a valuable resource. Like many resources and businesses, libraries need to evolve to stay relevant. I think embracing technology is one way to do that.
The old South End branch is used as a garage for the bookmobile and storage facility: http://www.mlive.com/news/bay-city/index.ssf/2012/04/bay_county_library_system_reco.html .
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Johnson City narrowly averted losing the right to maintain its exclusive franchise to use city containers at construction and demolition sites on Tuesday in Nashville when legislation to do just that finally died after an hour-long debate, saving the city about $1 million a year.
City Manager Pete Peterson got a chance to tell his side of the story, but he also was challenged for appearing leery of private enterprise and flatly called out by one legislator for being "afraid of competition."
The state Senate already had unanimously passed a companion bill that would amend state law and allow private entities to provide a roll off construction or demolition debris container to anyone requesting the service regardless of whether the site was located in a municipality that had been granted an exclusive franchise.
At the end of a nearly four-hour House Local Government Committee meeting, chaired by state Rep. Matthew Hill, R-Jonesborough — who by the way had to remind committee members to keep their composure because things were getting "a little chippy" — Rep. Dale Carr, R-Sevierville, the bill's sponsor, told members what he was trying to accomplish.
"We're just trying to take a little government out of the issue and give it back to the people and allow private services to accommodate and work with the people," he said. "Cities have monopolies on certain things like this."
Johnson City is the only municipality in the state that has an exclusive franchise.
Peterson got his chance to speak when the committee went into recess.
He explained that in 1978, the Washington County Utility District was insolvent and bond holders asked the city to take over water, sewer and solid waste services. As a result the city has been providing solid waste services for the county, except Jonesborough.
"As far as I know, Johnson City is the only municipality this bill is directed at," he said. "We're very dependent on this revenue stream we have in place. The low-hanging fruit, or the easy money, is the roll offs, because you set the dumpster out, you go out with one truck and one person who takes it to the landfill."
Peterson said the city's Solid Waste Division is doing a "balancing act" to keep prices stable and to continue to move waste into the state-approved site.
Rep. Jeremy Faison, R-Cosby, who was one of four members voting to go forward with the bill, though it was defeated in a 10-4 vote, had a bit of a burr under his saddle about the city manager's attitude and the fact that a public entity wanted so desperately to hang on to this service.
"You said something I take a little exception to," Faison said. "It would seem like to me, from listening to you that you are afraid of competition. The private sector has every ability to provide this service. I would say that competition is a good thing. When I hear you tell us in committee that we have a franchise and we don't want any competition — man, that makes me a little nervous."
Rep. Mike Sparks, R-Smyrna, asked Peterson what his response would be if someone told him that Johnson City has a monopoly.
"I could stand here and say we've got a monopoly on police service or fire service, but we provide these services because people ask us to," Peterson responded. "By cherry-picking the most profitable piece of our system — that's really going to hurt us."
Peterson said all the city was trying to do was protect its investment. He also said the city did not grant itself an exclusive franchise; that was done by the state. He also said this status was challenged in federal court a few years ago, and the court upheld the city's right to a franchise.
Faison asked to amend the bill by putting off the effective date for three years.
"This gives the city time to look at other options, but they would no longer have a franchise in 2016," he said.
The amendment was adopted. But when a vote was taken on the bill in its entirety, it failed.
Hill noted a Johnson City Press article published Tuesday which pointed out that the Washington County Solid Waste Committee had recommended a $5.9 million, 10-year agreement with Waste Management to dump solid waste in Iris Glen Environmental Landfill.
The landfill is owned by the city, and Hill asked Peterson if the county's move would "help things."
"It will help take the sting out of things," Peterson said.
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Apr 23 2014
Baby Alex
Yesterday I woke up, fed my kids breakfast, got them started on their schoolwork, then took my older boy with me to to a well-known home improvement store in the city, where we loaded up with all manner of grass seed, vegetable seed, bird seed, and tomato plants before driving back to the ranch, where we immediately unloaded everything so that we could then load all the dogs into the vehicle and drive back to town to take them to their veterinary checkups, which I had scheduled the day before. All dogs were pronounced healthy (and stinky; you know you live in the country when your veterinarian sends you home with a bottle of dog shampoo), so we loaded them back into the vehicle and headed back to the ranch. As soon as we got home, I realized the boys had soccer practice in town, so we had to scramble to find their shorts and cleats, then we loaded up and headed back to town, where I dropped them off at their practice.
My whole point is, it appears that all I did yesterday was drive back and forth to town, so please forgive me for not having a long, juicy post with lots of photos ready for this morning.
And I hope everyone will understand if I don't get in my car again for the next year or so.
So, in the absence of a long, juicy post, I wanted to share a photo I've been wanting to share with you for a long time.
This is my first child, my first baby, taken with a point-and-shoot film camera back in 1998…or it might have been 1999. Either way, let's just call it 15 years ago.
While I don't remember the exact month or year, I do remember the day as if it were yesterday. She was running around outside, playing in the sprinkler, little blond curls in a mess on top of her head, and I was just sitting…watching her. That's what we mothers do when we have our first child: Just sit and watch them and think sappy thoughts like "I can't believe I get to have her" and "I can't believe she's mine" and "Look at her perfect little cheeks."
And then you have three more and do the exact same thing. It's just that the house is a little busier by then and you don't have much time to just sit and watch. Which is why I think those first baby memories are so profound and unforgettable. Never again do you have that "first" experience…never again do you have the time and focus to sit and reflect on (and obsess over) one baby.
Not that the other children aren't as loved and cherished as the first. They are, they are, they are. It's just that, by definition, there can never be more than one first child.
We used to call her "Baby Alex" back then.
I think I'm going to bring back the nickname for her senior year in high school.
I know she's growing up and will soon be starting a new phase in her life…but I ain't going down without a fight.
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It's ALL Good in Mommyhood On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:33 am
Love first babies. They rock your world don't they? Mine is about to be 13…(gasp!) and he has led the way for my other three munchkins (I love them all just as dearly!) Love the pic!
Cathy On Wednesday, April 23 at 4:21 pm
Uh….hmmmmm…. I beg to differ-I have 2 first children-my first baby was 2 babies-twins, you can have 2 first children at the same time!!!!
Cheryl Barker On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:33 am
Calling her Baby Alex for her senior year in high school — I love it!
Susan On Wednesday, April 23 at 3:31 pm
Does this mean she is not going to be homeschooled her senior year?
Theresa in Alberta On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:37 am
Baby Alex was not a cute, adorable, sweet wittle baby, nope not at eh! ;p
I realized with my kids, now that they are grown up and in their 20's how *fast* those baby years flyyyyyy by, so every chance I get I hug, cuddle, snuggle, smother my granddaughter with love and kisses. who cares if grandma gets her messy with cake and ice-cream at Sunday supper and has to bath her before she goes home, just more fun for us.
Darcie (My Modern Country) On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:37 am
Absolutely precious! I'm sure she will appreciate bringing back "Baby Alex"
We always called my baby, now 24, Tatie-Bug. Then, for some reason, she insisted on being called her real name, Taylor, all through high school. Now….we're back to Tatie_Bug!
mnheather On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:40 am
Charley M. On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:40 am
So cute! The picture is amazing
Have a great day Ree!
Kim G in AL On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:41 am
There really is that special time with your first child that you never have again with the others. No matter how old they get, they will never outgrow the love of their Mama! Lovely post!
MardiB On Wednesday, April 23 at 5:51 pm
Exactly what I was thinking!
CAH On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:42 am
Only now do we truly understand what our mothers went through. I hope to be as strong as my mom was in letting go when it was my time. Sniff, sniff…..I need to go bake something!
Debi B On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:43 am
Ree, your pics are so wonderful!! That shot is absolutely PRECIOUS!!! She is beautiful (as all of your children are)!! Thanks for sharing:)))
Tess in TN On Thursday, April 24 at 9:48 am
Her sweet little face reminds me of a cherub in a painting!
Rochelle Buzlea On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:45 am
I really understand and agree what you mean when you say you never really have the time to sit and focus like you do with that first child. As I read your post, it reminded me of one of those "first child" memories of my daughter, Alyssa. She is 20, engaged, started in her first professional position at a bank, and will be looking to buy her first home soon. Melancholy falls over this momma as remembering becomes bittersweet.
Angela from Maryland On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:46 am
Good Morning. So cute; I love her rosy cheeks. She will always be your Baby Alex in all of her phases of life.
Jill On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:47 am
Absolutely precious ! ! !
Leslie H On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:48 am
She is lovely. The baby pictures just melt your heart. I love to see pictures of her, since she is just a few years younger than my one and only son. He will be 21 this year. Oh, how the years have flown. I pray that someday (Maybe 5-10 years?) a beautiful young lady like Alex will capture my!son's heart. Not too soon though, he has a lot of growing up to do yet. But it is never too early to pray for something so important. Seriously though, her inner beauty shines out through her eyes, even in these baby pictures.
Have a good day, Ree!
Linda On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:48 am
Treasure every moment….My only child is now 36 yrs old with a beautiful family of his own. 2 beautiful grandaughters and a wonderful daughter in law
carole On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:50 am
I am the #2 child … 7 years younger than my brother and born when my mom was 40 back in the time when that wasn't a great idea. My brother was not only child #1 but also her companion while my dad was away during WWII and she was living with her in-laws (my grandmother was a dubious pleasure). It wasn't until my friends got married and I saw what a first child meant, that I resolved my feelings about being #2. I finally understood that I was just as loved but I would never be that first little person who got her through so much when he was just a toddler. And she lost him at only 42. You shouldn't outlive your children. Love you mom and miss you.
RebeccaLL On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:50 am
Beautiful eyes! Love seeing these throwback pics of your kids!
Sally R On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:45 am
My thoughts exactly – I kept being drawn to her eyes. I think this is a good representation of "the eyes are the window to the soul"
Cindy On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:50 am
Precious! My first is now 32, but there are flashbacks to a very special moment in time!! What a blessing and treasure are our babies!
Namaw13 On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:51 am
Beautiful angel face!
Sherry K On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:51 am
Wonderful memories! My baby granddaughter is 16 months old and at this exact stage of her life. I know what you mean about watching them and loving them and feeling so darn happy just to feel their little arms around your neck and those little baby kisses! My next youngest grandchild is Alex's age, so I am experiencing that 'first-ness' of a child all over again. Thanks for sharing this precious picture and memory.
Alexandria On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:52 am
I totally agree with you on the "first" experience. It's like a world all its own! My first is 24 and now lives 1200 miles from home! I was always like you–trying to hold onto her, not wanting her to move any more than 0 miles from home! But, they have to spread their wings and try to do what they think is best. Thank goodness for texting and Skype today!! I don't know how our parents did it without the technology that we have today! I LOVE knowing how the texting and skyping keeps us close through the miles, and when we DO see each other, it's so sweet knowing how she misses me!
Cynthia On Wednesday, April 23 at 8:57 am
My first baby just turned 35. That feeling never goes away. They are always your baby.
CArolyn On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:00 am
This is one of the many gifts of having triplets. They were all firsts and I just sat and watched until my heart would almost explode.
Of course the down side is there are no more babies and that whole experience is over way too quickly,
julianna On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:03 am
perfectly poignant! One first… and they're so dang cute! I have to remind myself with the others that I "get to" not that I "have to". I steal moments of just watching instead of it being my norm. Love this post.
susan h On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:06 am
I still do with my 23 yr old daughter and 26 yr old son (just not in public so they don't hit me lol)
I can't get over how much all your children have the same beautiful blue eyes
Tiffany P On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:07 am
Completely adorable.
Emily MG On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:08 am
What a precious photo of that beautiful little girl!
I loved almost every moment of our sons growing up, it all happens so fast, and it's over all too quickly. Wonderful to have photos to remind us!
TerryS On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:12 am
Absolutely beautiful. She could be ad for Gerber baby products. Or Burt's Bees baby line.
BOBBI On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:14 am
how adorable.. : )))
Jen @ Jen Spends On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:18 am
Oh, I love this. I have a five-year-old and an almost 1-year-old. I've been struggling a little bit with the fact that baby number two just can't be the same experience as baby number one. I want to provide the same kind of childhood for him, but sometimes it's just not possible to do things exactly the same way. I need to focus on making the best of it, and as long as he's happy (he very much is), I should be, too.
Chris Hoelscher On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:20 am
This makes me miss my babies! Thankfully we used the video camera quite a bit, but not well, when ours were little. I've enjoyed watching those clips and saw some things that we had forgotten that they did or said. Now I have to fight for squeezes, but they will always be my babies!
Axel from Germany On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:22 am
Everywhere the same. Our neighbour have 4 Kids and mummy is all the day in work with "Taxi-driving". Bring them to shool, get them Home, bring them to the sport praktice, get them from the praktice, go shopping, bring the kids to the doctor……
Greatings from Germany
Terry in Divide On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:26 am
I so agree — and when your second baby turns out to be twins, so many those 'sit and watch' moments disappear. But then your first baby grows up and you get a first grandchild, which is also very cool.
Clair On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:26 am
She is so precious. Love that face. I hope that I am as good of a mommy as you are one day.
Grammanita On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:31 am
Kinda makes you wonder how you ever got anything done. What with all the sitting and watching and all….my first, and only, is 46 with first, and only grandchild being 19. Gads, where does the time go??!!
vicki On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:32 am
Oh my, I do hear you, loud and clear. We also have four children ( all grown and on their own but that is another story) and know what you are saying about that 'first' baby
Miley D. On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:34 am
Baby Alex – such beautiful blue eyes; such cute little cheeks; and I LOVE LOVE LOVE her perfect little mouth and lips! My dear Ree, you and Ladd make the CUTEST babies!!! Thank you for sharing such a gorgeous picture of your oldest!
John's Wife On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:36 am
My dad still refers to me (54) and my four older siblings as "you children". LOVE IT!!
Anne P. On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:37 am
Good morning! Such a beautiful child…all peaches and cream. Such innocence. I, too, remember just sitting and watching my firstborn..a daughter. Used to babysit cousins, when I was in my teens, and as much as I loved those sweet little ones, nothing can compare to that amazing maternal love when you have your very own. She was the first of four, and with the next three, time and attention was spread out amongst them. Another thing I learned was the fact that even tho they are all your babies, the last-born is THE BABY, forevermore!
Susan Brown On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:38 am
Beautiful; you make me cry sometimes. Wishing my boys (both in their 20's) were babies again, just for a little while…not for the first time, either.
Kara s On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:39 am
I'm 44 and the youngest of 5 girls. My Mom still calls me her baby girl. LOL! Whatever makes her happy.
Teresa On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:41 am
I've told you before and I'm telling you again, missy … you are going to LOVE the next phase in Baby Alex's life!! Don't let your heart be filled with angst … just embrace it ALL, sweety! It'll be just wonderful as the rest of her precious life has been!
And that is probably the sweetest pic Just adorable!
dc On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:42 am
Sweet, sweet pic!
Misha On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:50 am
Very sweet.
Rose Marie B On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:50 am
Baby Alex done killed me dead. Darn you PDub!
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Angela Foster On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:51 am
You two seriously have made some beautiful, well mannered, smart kids! If I had known for sure that I could have had at least well mannered, intelligent loving kids I might have tried it, lol.
Janice On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:53 am
My grown nephew is still "Little Larry" to me. I asked him if it bothered him that I still call him that and he told me I could call him that any time I wanted. By the way, he's over six feet tall.
Linda On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:53 am
Love the photo and now we see what a beautiful young lady she is.
Bonnie M On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:57 am
Aha! NOW is know the answer to the song, "You must have been a beautiful baby."
What a little doll. You must be so proud of the fact that the very beautiful little girl in those photos has grown up to become a very beautiful young woman, both outside and inside! I love how she loves her siblings, how hardworking she is, how sweet she is with her friends ~ both human and the four legged kind. You've shared her with your blog friends and tv audience, and she appears to be all those things listed above and then some!
This is a lovely tribute to your Alex Marie.
And Ree, I honestly cannot fault you for not wanting to drive anywhere for quite some time! Sounds like an exhausting day! When you sit and drive repeatedly as you did yesterday, you feel very unproductive although errands are being run! You sound very much like a homebody as am I. When you're home, doing 'chores', even if it's for a much shorter period of time than driving about, running errands, you feel as though you truly accomplished something!
I hope you're able to be in your favorite place, your lovely home, all day long. Take a break, if possible, slowly sip a cup of coffee – hot or iced, scratch Charlie, Walter and Hooker, breathe deeply (well, maybe not if you're still next to Charlie and Walter, unless you've already used the shampoo from the Vet! ) and simply look around at the gorgeous sights around your homestead.
Sending love and hugs.
God Bless.
Carol M On Wednesday, April 23 at 6:56 pm
Bonnie, I love reading your posts….Your posts are like music, they are lovely. You should write a book…..a romance novel…………;-) <3
Kaye B On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:58 am
Such a sweetie!! Don't you wonder where the time has gone? Enjoy each day with your children because the days pass in a flash!
Debbie C On Wednesday, April 23 at 9:59 am
Don't feel sad……. you get to experience that "first" feeling again when you have your first grandchild! My Dalton, who is nearly 16, is my first grandchild and although I deeply love, and would lay down my life for any of the other 5 boys (!), "baby Dalton" is my shining star and therefore 'glows' a bit brighter than anyone else; I still stare at him in wonder. I always say, "If I forget everything else in my life, I will always know my baby Dalton." He is my joy and we are very close. I give thanks to God for my wonderful family!
Marianne in Mo. On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:05 am
Beautiful babe, beautiful girl! You are so right about first borns. Mine was a red headed girl, with tons of curly hair. I was mesmerized and could not figure out where the red came from. But I could watch her endlessly. She's now 36 years old, and still has that special place in my heart, always will.
Laura On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:07 am
I remember those baby days with my own daughter. Nothing like them!
In your copious spare time, this picture, along with one of her dressed up for Easter (she looked like a total knockout), would make a gorgeous scrapbook page. And you've got all the words right here in this post!
Kristyn Chase On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:07 am
I have successfully raised three wonderful young adults.They were all homeschooled from day one. Today, they all attend various universities. I thought that the days of getting in the car were over when they graduated high school. That has not been the case. As a mother, I have found my responsibilities are endless. Either dropping of papers, lunches, or just picking them up for an appointment. Why? Because each child has grown up appreciating what I have done for our family and they still want me to be apart of their lives. That is true success. I am now raising and homeschooling my seven-year-old niece. We are truly amazed by her and her bravery. Treasure the days when you drive to town on three different occasions. I have learned they're moments well spent!
Tammy On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:08 am
Dear Miss Ree – I think I would love to sit in your lodge on your ranch and drink coffee, and just listen to all of these stories. I wouldn't be able to share any of my stories because I would be toung-tied. It would probably take all day to do this so I don't think I could drink coffee all day. I would have to have something to eat too. Then of course it would be to late for me to make my way home again (considering that I don't live in the same state or any state close), so I would have to spend the night. So then I would think that is a little awkward. So I guess I better not. Just fun to think about.
Lori B On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:08 am
I only have one, and each day I just sit and watch him play on the computer or dig outside or just playing with friends and wonder how I got so lucky to have such a georgeous and handsome son. Ree all your babies are georgeous and beautiful….cherish each and every second…as I do with mine because you and I both know when that second phase of their life starts we moms are not going down without a fight. Have a blessed day everyone and hug and kiss all of our children
Judy On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:12 am
I still call my nephew "Baby Chris" and he is 42. Poor man.
Sherri Day On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:13 am
My 'first' will be a Senior next year, also. I think we should go back to referring to them by their baby nicknames. All Senior mammas everywhere should do this! Baby Alex was simply adorable! So was mine, but I am not a blogger so I can't show off his adorable dimples or blue eyes or contented look……
Teresa On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:13 am
Oh Mommy tears! I am right there with you. Our "Angel Baby" will be a senior next year too. Oh how time flies away from us…
ann On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:14 am
My first born is 6′ 3″ and I love to call him my little boy.
Wanday On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:17 am
Well said. I understand completely. Possibly the closest we get to a first child would be the next child being the other..as in first boy/girl and that's about it! lol
Beth On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:26 am
I'm sitting here with a lump in my throat, trying to hold back tears! You're spot on — there is just something *special* about the first born baby.
My first is 3.5 and my "baby" is 16 months — I hate the saying that 'time goes fast,' — but it really does!!!
Deanna Foreman On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:28 am
My husband and I just had our first child and this post describes perfectly how we feel. We are absolutely obsessed with her. And she is the first granddaughter on both sides, so everyone is obsessed with her.
Rayetta Ferguson On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:28 am
My First son just turned 16! How did that happen? I didn't understand what bitter sweet really meant until I had him! Beautiful baby girl! Love the post. I spend a huge portion of my life in the mom "taxi" right now; three athletic boys. Come October though, I will have a licensed, errand boy. I will see how long the novelty lasts!
Stephanie M. On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:29 am
What beautiful eyes!! Such a beautiful girl! All of your children are beautiful!
Karen On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:29 am
As parents, we raise our children to be independent. Watching them venture out on their own could be heartbreaking if you let it. Let her go with your blessings and enjoy every moment of her new life with her. Your relationship will only grow stronger and sweeter as she succeeds on her own. My sons are 28 and 25 and work in our business with us now.
Debbie J. On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:29 am
She looks like a little angel. Reminds me of a photo I'm looking at right now that I have of one of my grandsons. He's also looking up at the camera with a beautific look in his eyes.
We called my one grandaughter baby Melissa all of her life. She recently died at 13 1/2 yrs old in a house fire. I know she thought she was all grown up but she'll always be baby Melissa to me.
Maureen in Portland On Wednesday, April 23 at 6:30 pm
Oh, Debbie, I'm so sorry about your granddaughter. Parents should not have to bury their children, nor should grandparents have to bury their grandchildren … but it happens, and somehow we live through it. How wonderful that you have great memories of her, and that ou allow yourself to think on those good memories.
I still call my children by their "baby" names, even now that they are ages 46 down to 34. And they still respond to them. Our youngest, who will always be "Bear", is about to become "Papa Bear" for the first time. He'll be a good one.
JYM On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:34 am
No blue eyed children in my brood, but my first was my Brown Eyed Girl. Shortly after she was born, we moved to a strange city and I was extra happy to have her. I walked everywhere with her in the stroller and she was my entrée to meeting others moms and kids. Hugs to all out there this morning.
Lorraine S On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:36 am
Thanks for sharing… Made me smile! What a beautiful photo of Alex when she was little, such a beautiful baby and growing more beautiful every day. Those baby blue eyes are stunning! Have a great day… Thanks
Cheryl L On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:38 am
Wow, slow down girl-going here, going there…I was exhausted reading it! Are there ever enough hours in a day? Time for a vacation…CLW
Julia G. On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:40 am
Ree – hold on tight to baby Alex, these next few years will be but a blip on the screen of life. Keep fighting!!
Love the picture – so precious!!
Denise in VA On Wednesday, April 23 at 6:38 pm
I agree–dig in your heels and don't let her go !
Maybe you could practice lassoing on the little fake calf in the yard.
Helena Mouta On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:40 am
My boy is 4 and when I get to that stage, where I look at him and think of the moments when he was a baby and instead of those chubby cheeks I see a tall (much taller than me, as I'm tiny) teenager pushing me away whenever I try to kiss him goodnight, I think I'll die… Or handcuff myself to him and throw away the key! Maybe I should do that right now, just in case… Anyway, your children are all just beautiful and precious, every one of them!
Gayle On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:43 am
simply precious
Deb R On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:47 am
How adorable "Baby Alex" was and still is! Those perfect cheeks, blue eyes – the only difference I see is she is much taller now with longer hair! Beautiful photo!
Stephanie On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:48 am
My soon-to-be-five-year-old daughter just had her preschool graduation pictures taken – she looks so grown up and proud. But your post made me tear up. It's true. Those 2.7 years before my younger daughter was born were precious. I love my younger daughter to pieces, but those days of just having one were very special.
Grace B On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:52 am
I'm the oldest in my family and my parents have many pictures of me as baby, and very little of my three sisters. Where does the time go? Now there are grand babies and great grand babies
I didn't go to my prom
Michele On Wednesday, April 23 at 10:59 am
Thank you Ree – Today is my first baby's 20th birthday! Your post was very timely and brought tears to my eyes…. not for the first time today.
Robin On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:01 am
I did go to my Junior and Senior Prom – both with the same boy. I actually ended up marrying him after we took the first two years of college "off" to date other people and be sure we weren't going too serious too soon. We will be married 20 years on May 28th. Love that boy!
Mary Martin On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:01 am
I appreciate this blog, my daughter has recently become a teen and I think those precious first baby memories may be all I have to lean on for awhile! Oh the sassiness of a teen girl, and yes it's true you don't have those long precious moments with the babies that come after, unless you have a nanny maybe
Peggy Merryman On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:01 am
Your babies have the most incredible eyes. Love the blue. My babies are all in their late 30s to mid 40s. They are still my babies and always will be!
Sheila On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:16 am
How precious! And your pictures from Easter, the girls are gorgeous and the boys are so handsome and they're all growing up! My babies are 29 and 24, how can it be? We started calling our son "Zuzu" (even though he wasn't a girl like the movie Zuzu, it just fit) and at 29, we still call him Zu. Darling daughter will always be Bunny Girl, since she was born on Easter!
Annie On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:17 am
I'm expecting my first child this summer and this brought me to tears. I CANNOT wait to make memories with him and cherish special moments like these every day. I am lucky enough to get to stay home with him full time and wouldn't change any trip to Target for that!
Thanks for sharing.
geni On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:17 am
so true……lump in my throat true!!!!!!
Terry in CA On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:20 am
Thank you for sharing this adorable picture of Baby Alex. You can see the love and light shining from her eyes!
And I hope you get some significant time to relax soon – I love your Pioneer Woman program on the Food Network, and so I realize that it's not a short trip to town – and doing it Three Times….you impress me! And to post on top of that, with such a sweet post – as the saying goes, You Rock!
Fallon D On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:23 am
Thank you so much for that beautiful reminder. I have an incredible (she truly is) 11 month old baby. She is my first and my favorite thing in the world to do is to watch and play with her. I love how she explores our big world. How she looks admiringly at me. In my eyes she can do no wrong. I'd change all the stinky diapers, and deal with a million tantrums, just to be this baby's mom. I am so lucky. There are a some days where I get caught up in the "supposed to's, or the "I have to's" But in reality the dishes can wait, the floors can wait, the laundry can wait. What matters most is that I can spend all day with my sweet Eloise. Because some day she won't be my tiny baby and my only baby. I sure love you Ree. You are a remarkable woman. Thank you for the reminder.
Deb On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:23 am
Oh my I feel the same way. My oldest will be a senior next year and I am already grieving the thought that he will leave for college. What will I do without him around? Will I be flying or driving constantly to check on him? What an exciting and sad time!!!!
Holly On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:25 am
Tears. That is all.
Sheila H. On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:28 am
I have an Alex also, but she is my second born, and 16. When she was a baby, we also called her Baby Alex. And I still call her "Babe". That's her nickname.
Lora On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:29 am
I have ab Alex…mine is a boy and I call him Alexy…even though he's married and 26. ). I also have a "Sweet baby Jordan" who,turned 24 today. Heavy sigh. Babies are so sweet and grow up waaay too fast.
Melissa On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:30 am
I completely agree with you about a First Child. =)
Thanks for sharing your sweet picture of Baby Alex!
Tammy R. On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:33 am
Great pic! She has such beautiful eyes.
Gwen On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:34 am
Those eyes!!!!
Lisa Z On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:35 am
We just finished redecorating my almost 13 year old's room. It was tough to paint over the flowers she has had since she was our little girl. Our "little" girl is now 5'9″!! Love the pics of Alex!!
Patti On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:36 am
When my two kids reached their senior year, I started putting together a collage of pictures of each year of their lives. We know the years fly by all too quickly, but when you lay it all out in front of you, you realize how special and adorable each stage is.
I love your photographs Ree. You capture so many great pictures. Alex is beautiful, then AND now. Thanks for sharing.
Debbie Maurais On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:38 am
Ree you share so many tender things…Our baby girl is a senior this year…holding on tight! She has two older brothers…You love em all so much! I saw this on a victorian plate at an antique store: Mother- To one who hears the sweetest name And adds a luster to the same Who shares my joys Who cheers when sad the greatest friend I ever had Long life to her, for there's no other Can take the place of my dear Mother.
JULIE T On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:39 am
Treasure the moments, they grow up way to fast. Enjoy and thanks for sharing
Debbi BK On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:42 am
I thought at first that was a picture of you Ree when you were a baby. Yes our first child then our first grandchild and now I have a first great great grandchild. Never does get old..
Lynne On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:44 am
You get to have the sitting and marveling again when it's your baby's baby. Grandbabies are our chance to sit and watch again!!!
Darcy J On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:49 am
My first baby turned two last month…no baby sibling yet, but im already kind of mourning the loss of our special time together just thinking about it. And i think the "quiet and peace" of watching one baby often doesnt feel that way…so its a good reminder to enjoy it! Sometimes it seems to take all of my husband and my hands to wrangle just the one!!
Penny Lulich On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:59 am
Beautiful, sweet, sweet picture of your first baby. You are right about the first, too. I've since learned that even the first grandchild is special in a way that can't be repeated.. I love my grandchildren, one and all, but the first one is the one I got to obsess over because he was the only one at that time. Thanks, Ree, for sharing your photo and your thoughts. Always enjoy everything you share.


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It's so funny; I just found this mag yesterday. It's odd how things converge at a single point sometimes.
OMG 2.0 - those shelves of bowls are from a store in Paris - adding that to my list for my next visit! And did you see that cute little shed on page 31?? Want one! Don't have a yard but I think a shed that size will fit in my living room. Wowza!
Seriously!!! Those french bowls and price tags. I'm in love!
Mary Ann, your blog is a bowl of fresh air. Hope you decide to teach a class someday. I'll be in the front row! :)
the bowls!! love them!!!
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Ooh, this is beautiful. Don't tempt me so! I will check out their site though.
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This is seriously a good fine. Thanks so much for the link. It put a happy smile in my heart. Thanks again.
Oh - Em - Gee, those photos are AWESOME!! Totally in love with the shelves of bowls and number plates!! Thx for sharing!!
I hope that I can locate that mag. The pictures made me smile just looking at them. Such happy bright colors. ( and since I am reading THE HANDMAID'S TALE.i needed bright colors and smiles in a big way. Mary Ann to the rescue once again.
Cool Beans Mary Ann. Love a good visual playground to get the day off to a good start. Love that fan make over. ;)
Oh, wow. Just beautiful. Now I know what I'm doing this weekend! Thanks for the heads-up!
I like those french cups with the little room tags in front. As you say: seriously Excellent... And I started my first vintage album to be turned into a book, according to your FTB book nr 2. Whoopie... Will post when I have something worth posting!
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