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Appweb 3: Embedded Webserver with JavaScript Framework
The embedded webserver Appweb is available in version 3.0. The new release improves performance, introduces a server-side JavaScript framework and runs on more operating systems than ever before.
The significant addition to the Appweb application from Embedthis Software is its homegrown JavaScript framework, Ejscript. The server-side script language implementation complies with the ECMAScript 3 specification. It also supports the model/view/controller (MVC) paradigm and provides object-relational mapping (ORM) with the included SQLite database.
The developers also claim to have doubled the webserver's speed. Appweb 3 runs on Linux, Windows 7, Vista and XP, Mac OS X, VxWorks, Free BSD and Windows CE. The server uses as little as 800 KBytes memory so that it is perfect for embedded devices. The build system provides full cross-compilation support for Windows, Linux and Mac OS X. Supported processors are ARM, MIPS, x86/x86_64, PowerPC, SuperH and Sparc. Next to the newest Linux kernel 2.6, Appweb also supports Linux 2.4.
Appweb 3 provides numerous webserver functions such as CGI, PHP and SSL. The project page shows the list of features. The software is under GPLv2 and also a commercial license with support and a warranty. Binaries and source code are available for free download, with complete packages for Fedora/Red Hat and Debian/Ubuntu.
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Talking Haskell & American PharoahSunday, August 2nd, 2015
Today, Monmouth Park hosts the biggest day in New Jersey racing history as Triple Crown winner American Pharoah will run in the $1.75 million Haskell Invitational.
Tuesday, July 7th was Monmouth Park night at FirstEnergy Park as we ran the BlueClaws Haskell Preview Race (American Pharoah won as you can see above). We also had Monmouth Park track announcer Frank Mirahmadi on the air with us to talk about the horse, his race-calls of American Pharoah's races from Oaklawn Park (in Arkansas) over the winter, and more.
It's the perfect day to dust off this interview. Enjoy!
Note: In the photo above, on the left, American Pharoah won our Haskell Preview Race, beating Souper Colossal (who finished 2nd in the West Virginia Derby yesterday) and on the right, Buster lined up early to see American Pharoah. Those Buster Bobble-Bellys will be given to the first 1,500 fans on August 9th (one week from today).

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Silvia has been a part of this group since the beginning; she entered upon invitation from a friend. Silvia is 31 years old, single and lives with her family. She makes a living selling lingerie and underwear. The majority of her customers are women, mainly neighbors, friends and those who have been recommended to her by others.
Silvia is happy with her business because it allows her to be economically independent and support her family. Her new loan will allow her to buy more clothing, above all new styles that her customers have requested. In the future she would like to open a store in a strategic location where many people would come to buy from her. Silivia is thankful for your support!
Silvia is the second from the left. She is seated, dressed in jeans and a cream colored top.
Silvia pertenece al grupo desde sus inicios, ingreso a él invitada por una amiga. Silvia tiene 31 años es soltera y vive con su familia, ella se dedica a la venta de lencería y ropa interior, las personas que le compran son en su mayoría mujeres, entre las que están sus vecinas, amigas y personas que se recomiendan entre sí. Silvia se siente feliz con su negocio porque le permite tener independencia económica y apoyar a su familia, su nuevo crédito le servirá para comprar más ropa, sobretodo nuevos modelos que sus clientas le han solicitado, en el futuro le gustaría abrir una tienda en un lugar estratégico donde acuda mucha gente a comprarle. ¡Silvia le agradece su apoyo!
Silvia es la segunda de la izquierda, está sentada viste pantalón jean y polo crema.
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In a nutshell, Gabriella Montez is East High's leading lady. At least when it comes to singing and dancing.
She's dating the basketball captain, Troy, and is therefore the object of jealousy among other high school females. Gabriella is also a member of the winning scholastic decathlon, along with one of her best friends, Taylor. She's also known for great voicen and was part of a winter musical called "Twinkle Towne."
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I've been receiving several questions about Exposures that have been challenged and found to be incorrect—particularly if the Exposure contains Jokers. What happens to the Jokers? Are they available to be exchanged or not? The answer is sometimes Yes and sometimes No. "Timing is everything"—an old cliché but still relevant—especially in Mahj—-an essential element—if you want to capture someone's exposed Jokers!
The answer is "Yes" if the Exposure containing a Joker is made before a subsequent Exposure is challenged and found to be erroneous.
An example: Let's say a player has made an Exposure of a Pung of 2s with a Joker. Then she makes an Exposure of a Pung of 3s with a Joker. Her second Exposure is incorrect because there is no Exposed hand on the card that requires a Pung of 2s and a Pung of 3s. Her Exposure has to be challenged and she must return the incorrect Exposure to the rack and the Joker and hand is "dead". However the Pung of 2s with a Joker is "exchangeable".
When an incorrect Mah Jongg is declared, the answer is again "Yes" and "No"—depending upon whether the Exposures are made before the challenge to a declaration of "Mahj" or after. "Yes" if the Exposures are made before the incorrect Mahj is declared. The Jokers are "exchangeable".
"No"—if the Jokers are exposed after the declaration of an incorrect Mahj hand. They are not exchangeable. Only the incorrect Exposures and their Jokers must be returned to the rack and the hand declared "Dead".
If no Exposures have been made and an incorrect Mahj hand containing Jokers is challenged, the answer again is "No". The whole hand must be returned to the rack and the hand is declared "Dead".
An order to "Play Dead" might result in a treat for Fido, but will, no doubt, result in a penalty for the mistaken Mahj player.
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The episode on Health was terrible. Nothing about what your everyday
person can do to be healthy. No mention of nutrition or diet on the
cause or solution to these diseases.
This show believes Science will save us all. Even the Cancer patient is told now that if they ever stop taking the drugs they made she will die. How about finding what has caused her cells to mutate and turn into cancer in the first place.
Remove the interference, fuel the body properly, and let the body heal itself.
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A month into my oil pulling experiment, I remain an open-minded skeptic. Having stuck to my new regimen every morning before breakfast, except on forgetful weekends or when traveling, I am now a seasoned oil puller. Although I haven't experienced any life-altering revelations, I do have some observations to report.
For one, the drawn-out process of oil pulling is met with the sort of reception typically reserved for swallowing a goldfish, or performing an enema. My poor roommate would cringe every morning she caught me removing my bottle of sesame oil from the fridge and downing a spoonful. My boyfriend didn't even want me to hear me utter the word "oil". Nonetheless, I couldn't help bringing up its extraordinary self-healing properties every chance I got, even with complete strangers at a bar.
Oil pulling has been documented as a cure for AIDS, arthritis, cancers, diabetes, heart disorders, high blood pressure, kidney diseases, leukemia, meningitis, paralysis, ulcers, and varicose veins, among many others. Within the incredible claims tied to oil pulling, I was most excited about its alleged healing powers over intestinal disorders and stomach problems. You see, I suffer from an incurable ailment known as irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS for short. Today IBS afflicts one in four women, though there is little reprieve in this sorority.
Since being diagnosed with IBS, I have tried every treatment under the sun (expensive medication, insoluble fiber, tummy-taming tea, detox cleanses, herbal supplements, lifestyle changes, you name it), and I have never felt a radical improvement in my symptoms (bloating, cramping, abdominal pain, constipation). With all the hype surrounding oil pulling, I held out hope that my body might respond to this remedy better than the others.
It is hard to say definitively that oil pulling is the cause, but I have felt remarkably better in the digestive department over the past month. I haven't endured a single debilitating episode of colon spasms, which often strikes every few weeks. Though hardly as punctual as a Japanese commuter train, my system has been much more regular than usual. It makes me wonder if maybe oil pulling leeched toxins from my intestinal tract and restored a semblance of stability.
As a child, I was always enthralled with science experiments. So maybe it's the budding scientist in me, but I secretly enjoy the feeling of converting one compound into something completely different all within the miniature lab of my mouth. I find that if I let the oil sit still without swishing, it seems to curdle almost instantly. Around fifteen minutes into the process, the solution in my mouth is no longer recognizable as oil and has become more akin to frothy eggnog. How could such a transformation take place if the oil isn't reacting with something in my spit?
Clearly, the oil is emulsified by the swishing action and changes color as it mixes with saliva. It is well-known that the mucous membranes of the mouth can absorb pills, from prescribed medications to illegal drugs (ie. acid). But does this mechanism of action work in the reverse? And if so, why would the oil then "pull" only toxic substances from the bloodstream and leave the benign flora and fauna behind?
What I have deduced is that in order for the miraculous effects of oil pulling to occur, oil-soluble toxins would have to come into contact with oil inside the mouth, thus triggering an immune system response. As the tissues within the mouth become lubricated with oil, they release mucous and bacteria that would otherwise continue to circulate throughout the body. The more the oil coats the oral cavity (under the tongue, along the gums, etc) the more it extracts the bad stuff that accelerates the degeneration of organs and the progression of aging.
In Ayurvedic medicine, the tongue is a miniature map of the body, plotting out reflex points to various organs, such as the heart, liver, colon, and spine. The practice of oil pulling detoxifies the tongue, which in turn, produces a purifying action on the rest of the organs within the body. Moreover, it is believed to cleanse the taste buds, thereby promoting a state of healthy bodily balance.
Notwithstanding the colorful beliefs of Eastern medicine, one proven aspect of the oil pulling process is that your condition typically worsens before it gets better. It is common to pick up a cold or flu during the treatment, which is a sign of the body's effort to mobilize a stronger healing response. Over the past two weeks, as I have intensified my oil pulling perseverance (often increasing the frequency of the regimen to twice a day), I have been battling a persistent head cold. This prolonged stretch is the first time I've been sick all winter. Coincidence?
Curious about the contents of my ejected spittle, I did the unthinkable and examined my post oil-pulling prize in a small glass bowl. Unfortunately, I didn't have a microscope handy, but with the naked eye, I did notice tiny squiggles floating back and forth when I tipped the bowl — bacteria embryos writhing, or streaks of oil amassing? I also observed minute air bubbles popping all over the solution — the breathing of living microbes, or a mundane chemical reaction? The answer lies in the mouth of the oil puller.
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I have tried this before and was beginning to feel sick. I want to try this again. I had no idea there were so many benefits!
i'D LOVE TO TRY THIS. i HAVE RECENTLY REVAMPED MY DIET, STARTED YOGA AND pILATES AND LOST 40 LBS.
Hi I've just started, a week now? no real difference as such but will persevere. I use coconut oil. I was thinking for the lip line thing would using the coconut oil around the mouth as a moisturiser when op help to avoid the lines? like soften the skin?
Hello, I've been oil pulling for a week and I am having the WORST stomach pains and immediately have to find the nearest restroom. The pains are so bad, I almost feel like passing out or fainting.
Is this normal? Also, how long will I continue to feel this? I don't wanna have the runs 247 while trying to heal my body :/ Any advice or suggestions would help. Thanks!
I just recently started oil pulling with coconut oil. (today was only my 3rd day) After 20 minutes, I spit out the oil and noticed my entire tongue was a purplish black color. I scraped some of it off, but the rest is still there! Is this normal?? I really want to keep doing this, so I'm hoping I'm not doing something wrong! Please respond asap!!! Thank you !


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Family first – that's what Nick Cannon says the sentiment is even though he and Mariah Carey have called it quits.
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Anyone who's been around germaphobe Howie Mandel should know that the comedian doesn't like to shake hands.
That's all about to change on America's Got Talent.
On this season of the NBC competition show that returns in May, Mandel is successfully hypnotized, and the results are pretty extraordinary.
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When America first fell in love with Jackie Evancho's voice, she was just an unknown 10-year-old trying to make it on America's Got Talent.
Her version of "O Mio Babbino Caro" dazzled the hit show's audience, its judges and host Nick Cannon, who told PEOPLE at the time, "That's the best performance I have ever seen on this show."
Now, the teenager is impressing again.
Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon could be counted on for their quirky photos in matching costumes and over-the-top displays of affection, but it seems their good times together have run out.
According to a source, their six-year marriage is on the rocks and "has been bad for a while."
While Carey, 45, remains at the couple's Manhattan apartment with their 3-year-old twins Moroccan and Monroe, Cannon, 33, "has been staying in hotels."
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A brave Marine who lost part of his leg in Iraq inspired all four judges on America's Got Talent Tuesday as he shared how music helped him through his pain.
Sal Gonzalez, 29, who lives in Nashville but grew up in Los Angeles, earned "yes" votes and praise for not only his singing but his work with the Wounded Warrior Project, in which he helps other injured veterans re-adjust to life back home.
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In all her years on Project Runway, Heidi Klum never had to deal with a contestant stealing her unmentionables.
But in her second season as a judge on America's Got Talent, the German supermodel finds that magicians have no such professional compunctions against underwear theft. In this exclusive clip from the show's upcoming ninth season, Klum gets some hands-on lessons about magic from a young AGT hopeful, who finds his new magician's assistant has a quicker wit than he might have expected.
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Linus (died c. AD 76) was, according to several early sources, the second Bishop of Rome, and is listed by the Roman Catholic church as the second pope.
His papacy lasted from c. AD 67 to his death. According to other early sources, Pope Clement I was the second pope; according to the Catholic Church's Annuario Pontificio, however, Clement I was the fourth pope. Among those believed by the Catholic Church to have held the position of pope, only Clement, Linus and Peter are specifically mentioned in the New Testament.[1]
Early Bishops of Rome
The earliest witness to Linus's status as bishop was Irenaeus, who in about the year 180 wrote, "The blessed apostles, then, having founded and built up the Church, committed into the hands of Linus the office of the episcopate."[2] The Oxford Dictionary of Popes interprets Irenaeus as classifying Linus as the first bishop of Rome.[3] Linus is presented by Jerome as "the first after Peter to be in charge of the Roman Church"[4] and by Eusebius as "the first to receive the episcopate of the church at Rome, after the martyrdom of Paul and Peter".[5] John Chrysostom wrote, "This Linus, some say, was second Bishop of the Church of Rome after Peter",[6] while the Liberian Catalogue[7] presents Peter as the first Bishop of Rome and Linus as his successor in the same office.
The Liber Pontificalis[8] also presents a list that makes Linus the second in the line of bishops of Rome, after Peter, while also stating that Peter ordained two bishops, Linus and Cletus, for the priestly service of the community, devoting himself instead to prayer and preaching, and that it was to Clement that he entrusted the Church as a whole, appointing him as his successor. Tertullian too wrote of Clement as the successor of Peter.[9] Jerome classified Clement as "the fourth bishop of Rome after Peter" (i.e., fourth in a series that included Peter), adding that, "most of the Latins think that Clement was second after the apostle."[10]
The Apostolic Constitutions[11] denote that Linus, who was ordained by Paul, was the first bishop of Rome and was succeeded by Clement, who was ordained by Peter. Cletus is considered Linus's successor by Irenaeus, and the others cited above, who present Linus either as the first bishop of Rome or, if they give Peter as the first, as the second.
The Liberian Catalogue and the Liber Pontificalis date Linus's episcopate to 56–67, during the reign of Nero, but Jerome dates it to 67–78, and Eusebius puts the end of his episcopate at the second year of the reign of Titus (80).
A man named Linus is mentioned in the closing greeting of the Second Epistle to Timothy.[12] In that epistle, Linus is noted as being with Paul in Rome near the end of Paul's life. Irenæus stated that this is the same Linus who became Bishop of Rome, a view that is generally still accepted.
According to the Liber Pontificalis, Linus was an Italian born in Volterra in the Tuscany region. His father's name was recorded as Herculanus. The Apostolic Constitutions name his mother as Claudia (immediately after the name "Linus" in 2 Timothy 4:21 a Claudia is mentioned, but the Apostolic Constitutions does not explicitly identify that Claudia was Linus's mother). According to Liber Pontificalis, Linus issued a decree that women should cover their heads in church, created the first fifteen bishops, and that he died a martyr and was buried on the Vatican Hill next to Peter. It gives the date of his death as 23 September, the date on which his feast is still celebrated.[13] His name is included in the Roman Canon of the Mass.
With respect to Linus's supposed decree requiring women to cover their heads, J.P. Kirsch commented in the Catholic Encyclopedia: "Without doubt this decree is apocryphal, and copied by the author of the Liber Pontificalis from the first Epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians (11:5) and arbitrarily attributed to the first successor of the Apostle in Rome. The statement made in the same source, that Linus suffered martyrdom, cannot be proved and is improbable. For between Nero and Domitian there is no mention of any persecution of the Roman Church; and Irenaeus (1. c., III, iv, 3) from among the early Roman bishops designates only Telesphorus as a glorious martyr."[1]
The Roman Martyrology does not list Linus as a martyr. The entry about him is as follows: "At Rome, commemoration of Saint Linus, Pope, who, according to Irenaeus, was the person to whom the blessed Apostles entrusted the episcopal care of the Church founded in the City, and whom blessed Paul the Apostle mentions as associated with him."[13]
A tomb found in St. Peter's Basilica in 1615 by Torrigio was inscribed with the letters LINVS, and was once taken to be Linus's tomb. However a note by Torrigio shows that these were merely the last five letters of a longer name (e.g. Aquilinus or Anullinus). A letter on the martyrdom of Peter and Paul was once attributed to him, but in fact dates to the 6th century.[1]
The feast day of Pope Linus is 23 September.
See also
- ^ a b c Kirsch, Johann Peter (1910). "Pope St. Linus" in The Catholic Encyclopedia. Vol. 9. New York: Robert Appleton Company.
- ^ Against Heresies 3:3.3
- ^ J. N. D. Kelly, Oxford Dictionary of Popes, 2005
- ^ "Post Petrum primus Ecclesiam Romanam tenuit Linus" -Chronicon; 14g (p. 267)
- ^ Church History 3.2
- ^ "CHURCH FATHERS: Homily 10 on Second Timothy (Chrysostom)".
- ^ The Chronography of 354 AD Part 13: Bishops of Rome
- ^ Liber Pontificalis 2
- ^ "CHURCH FATHERS: The Prescription Against Heretics (Tertullian)".
- ^ "CHURCH FATHERS: De Viris Illustribus (Jerome)".
- ^ Apostolic Constitutions 7.4
- ^ 2 Timothy 4:21
- ^ a b Martyrologium Romanum (Libreria Editrice Vaticana, 2001 ISBN 88-209-7210-7)
Further reading
- Louise Ropes Loomis, The Book of Popes (Liber Pontificalis). Merchantville, NJ: Evolution Publishing. ISBN 1-889758-86-8 (Reprint of the 1916 edition. Stops with Pope Pelagius, 579–590. English translation with scholarly footnotes, and illustrations).
- I SOMMI PONTEFICI ROMANI: The Roman Pontiffs
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Terrorism Today
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Drawing directly on the words and ideas of terrorists themselves, this book is an examination of patterns, current trends and future threats in terrorism world-wide. It explores the ideology and psychology, the politics and policies, the strategies and operations, of many active small groups and major insurgencies. The terrorist leader emerges as a calculating, innovated and often well-educated person whose use of violence against the innocent is calibrated for maximum effects. The final chapter is a discussion of the problems of counter-terrorism, and makes several recommendations.
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2809 Tasting Notes
Tea of the morning here. I went out for cocktails and dinner with a friend of mine last night and this morning I'm feeling a little bit hungover, ooof. I wanted something with caffeine but something on the lighter side. This is a lovely Assam which has such nice, gentle sweet potato notes. It's good with soymilk today… I would definitely like to get some more of this someday. This is a sipdown for me.
Hopefully some tea will revive me as I'm going to the Haight Ashbury Street fair later!
Tea of the afternoon here. I wonder if houjicha has significantly fewer health benefits than regular green tea due to the roasting process. I couldn't find any more information about that by doing a quick Google search; if anyone knows, please enlighten me.
Anyway houjicha is a great afternoon tea for me and this variety by Maeda-en is fairly good. I've had a few other houijchas that seem slightly sweeter but I'm enjoying it today. It's also good with soymilk.
Second green tea of the morning here; evidently my plans for the day include getting all wired up on Japanese green teas.
I got this as a 1 oz. sampler pack along with the Shincha Houryoku. Of the two, I think the Houryoku is my favorite. the Kunpu is definitely lighter in color and in flavor and doesn't have the longer steaming. In color it's a light yellowish-green.
The flavor of this is very tender and light. It reminds me of gentle cooked vegetables like peas. Some Japanese greens have a more bitter green quality or that of seaweed. This shincha is more on the mild side with a bit of butteriness present and only a bit of astringency.
If you don't like senchas that are assertive or bitter, you should check out these shinchas from Den's. I'm really glad I bought them both this year! The package says they are best by February 2015 — I believe I can drink them both in this time frame.
Flavors: Peas
Sipdown of the day…
Sometimes there is nothing like a big mug of sencha to get your day going, especially when you have the sniffles. I've bought this particular sencha a few times over the years. I like the fact that it has a bit of underlying sweetness and is not as "seaweedy" as some senchas. This resteeps nicely as well.
I might restock this again but for now I have a lot of green teas I need to focus on drinking, including my shinchas from Den's. Farewell for now, Sencha Chiran!
Tea of the morning here. I don't feel terribly ambitious so far, but what else is new… :)
I felt like having a nice, hefty assam this morning. I got this tea a while ago, but haven't done a review on it yet. It's very malty with an underlying fruitiness I am enjoying. This is one of those assams that have a sort of "winey" quality about them. I put soymilk in this which is the way I normally drink assams.
Definitely an enjoyable tea but doesn't really stand out to me over other assams I've had.
I've had this tea for two years now and somehow lost interest in it. Obviously it isn't as fresh as it once was, but I don't have too many white teas in my stash. I thought I'd at least try brewing this up to see what I think of it now.
I've stored this fairly well in an airtight container away from light. I am getting some creamy, almond notes but the tea seems a little bit flat. I liked this a lot when I first got it so I think it just has to be the age. Now will I keep it or toss it? Perhaps I could try the cold brew treatment with this now. I don't seem to drink white teas or green teas fast enough. Of course if I didn't have so many teas to begin with that would really help. ;-)
I got this in one of the Stepster select boxes and I thought it was supposed to be a wuyi oolong for some reason so I steeped it up in my xiying I have dedicated for wuyi oolongs. Whoops, I was wrong. So I don't really think I can do a proper tasting note on this at the moment. It really does smell very flowery and has a nice sweetness about it. I do have another sample left, so I think brewing it in the proper pot or in a gaiwan will give me a better sense of this.
In other news, I can't get myself motivated to do much since I found out I was losing my job due to my injury. It would be a good idea for me to get more exercise, but my gym is downtown near where my former office is. It takes me longer to get there and back than I would spend exercising. As Nike says — I just need to do it. I think perhaps I have a case of the blahs.
Oh, I'm so sorry to hear that…That's really bad, I hope you can find an even better job when you have fully recovered :-)
The blahs suck. I'm sorry about that. Maybe find something else you can do closer to home instead? You could always just try starting back out with a walk and then maybe that would get you in the mood to try something else?
Tea of the evening here, I just finished off a small pouch of this that was around .75 ounce.
I've really enjoyed most of the teas that I purchased from Cardamom & Curry, the company I discovered at last year's San francisco Green festival. This is a good honeybush/rooibos chai that has lots of spicy notes from the clove and nutmeg. The weather we've been having is seriously yucky (foggy San francisco).
This blend is very warming and tasty, especially with soymilk and cane sugar added. I wish I had more of this, but that will have to wait for my next paycheck.
Flavors: Clove, Nutmeg, Orange
I finished off this sample as a cold brew this afternoon. I didn't like it as much prepared via cold brew method, that seems to have brought out a smoky element to this green and I don't get much lychee. I really liked it hot, but won't be getting anymore as the PuriTea is now out of business, oh well.
I just woke up from a nap. I feel like I've been sleeping too much recently but for the first 3 months of my injury I didn't sleep at all. Maybe my body is making up for lost time?


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Since we last visited NylonJane...
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Her site looks clean and navigation is smooth thanks to clear sections. You can use a basic search box, rate the material, post comments and sort the vids and pics by most recent, most popular and title. If anything in particular strikes your fancy (and much of the content will), you can save it to a favorites section.
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Alumni, the 2015 event is at capacity! We hope you can attend next year, for ASK Night 2016. Meanwhile, please consider joining the ASK Network group on LinkedIn.
ASK Night is an annual event designed to assist students in their career development. During the student-alumni reception, students and alumni share stories about career fields, classes, graduate school, internships, volunteer activities, study abroad, and other experiences during and beyond Puget Sound. Students benefit from your knowledge and get to practice their networking skills with a Logger-friendly audience.
ASK Night 2015 is Thursday, October 29
Attend ASK Night to kick start your Homecoming Weekend!
Alumni-only pre-reception (Optional) | 5:45-6:55* p.m. Tahoma Room, Commencement Hall: Network with fellow alumni in advance of the student event. Heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served. *Brief welcoming remarks from Jessie Sayre '16 at 6:45.
ASK Night student-alumni reception | 7 - 8:30 p.m. Event Lawn adjacent to Commencement Hall: Mingle with students and answer their questions about academic, career, and avocational pursuits. Alumni are stationed at bistro tables in order to facilitate student-alumni connections.
ASK Night After Hours | 8:30 p.m.-?? Tahoma Room, Commencement Hall: Though ASK Night officially ends at 8:30, feel free to stick around, have coffee and brownies, and continue your conversations.
Advanced registration is required to attend ASK Night.
Help students identify you at the event. Upload a current photo when you register.
Your early registration helps us build excitement about the event from the moment students arrive on campus in August. Publicity kicks into high gear about 4 weeks prior to the event, highlighting individual alumni to students and faculty. If you're within that window, please register as soon as possible.
Here's what alumni who've attended ASK Night say about the experience:
"I like chatting with students who are on their way out into the world. That was such an exciting time for me and it's fun to relive some of those experiences through stories and advice." Eric Peterson '00
"ASK Night is a great networking activity and gives alumni a chance to reconnect with the Puget Sound culture." Kelsey McKee '08
"When I think back to the challenges I had getting established in my career, I realize that I had a lot of questions. I find that being a resource to provide insight and advice, and offer encouragement is a fun and enjoyable way to give back to Puget Sound and help make a difference in someone's life." Peter Cooper '91
"It is so essential, with the shortage of jobs available to young people, that students have the opportunity to meet alumni who are enthusiastic and passionate about their lives in the work place." Kim Sweet '93
"ASK Night provides a great format to help students explore career options and discuss ideas with people who have experience in that process. A few hours of our time can help set the direction for a great career." Craig Cootsona '00
"ASK Night is a great way to renew your own interest in your field—the enthusiasm of the students is contagious." Morgan O'Neal Chaput '06
"Even a 5-minute conversation can make a tremendous difference in how a student approaches their post-grad plans. The potential impact you can have is well worth 2 hours of your time." Joe Woolley '10


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The Art of Creative Pruning
Decorative tree pruning brings innovation and artistry to gardens. It has something for all tastes, including sophisticated sculptural trees, modernist bumpy hedges, boxwood balls and lollipops.
Author Jake Hobson outlines an approach to topiary that is more creative than traditional and positively encourages out-of-the box thinking. Instead of peacocks and rabbits, you will see boxwood shaped to reveal Russian dolls, trees snipped to resemble the top tiers of a wedding cake, and hedges carved with graffiti. All the practical considerations are here as well, including pruning to improve a view, remedial pruning to fix problems, and pruning fruit trees to increase yield.
Nothing brings a touch of artistry to the garden like ornamental pruning, and a series of deliberate cuts can create landscapes and evoke faraway places. All that's needed to recreate the effect in the garden are a sharp pair of pruners, some imagination, and the instruction found in The Art of Creative Pruning. Drawing on both eastern and western styles, author Jake Hobson moves beyond the traditional, and teaches a whole new approach to ornamental pruning which will appeal to modern sensibilities.
Complete with spectacular photographs and well-illustrated step-by-step projects, this book will have everyone reaching for their secateurs!
Jake Hobson worked in a traditional Japanese nursery in the outskirts of Osaka, Japan, after completing a degree in Sculpture at London's Slade School of Fine Arts. A keen observer of the artistry of gardens, Jake now runs his own pruning equipment and consultancy business, and experiments with mixing pruning styles from the East and the West.
The Art of Creative Pruning
Inventive Ideas for Training and Shaping Trees and Shrubs
By Jake Hobson
Published: November 2011, £25
Published by: Timber Press
Website: Timberpress.com
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Did you say the F-word? When it comes to self-acceptance, a self-described 'fat and fabulous' woman is getting national attention because she is choosing to live her life and pursue her passions in the body she has today. What a concept. So many women who struggle with their weight put aspects of their lives on hold until a magic number […] Read more »
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By Sam Baker - 08/21/12 08:53 PM EDT
Sen. Scott Brown (R-Mass.) on Tuesday called Republicans' strict opposition to abortion rights in the party platform "a mistake."
Republicans are set to adopt a platform, ahead of their convention next week, that calls for a constitutional amendment banning abortion. Brown — whose race against liberal favorite Elizabeth Warren could decide which party controls the Senate — said the abortion plank is too rigid.
"Even while I am pro-choice, I respect those who have a different opinion on this very difficult and sensitive issue," Brown said in a letter to Republican National Committee Chairman Reince Priebus. "Our Party platform should make the same concession to those of us who believe in a woman's right to choose."
Although Akin's opponent, Sen. Claire McCaskill (D-Mo.), has been widely seen as the most vulnerable Senate Democrat this cycle, Akin's comments about "legitimate rape" could swing the race in her favor. With Missouri potentially out of reach, Brown's race could become even more crucial to the GOP's chances of winning the Senate.
"If we are to grow and succeed in all parts of this great nation, we must be a 'big-tent' party," Brown said in his letter to Priebus. "There are people of goodwill on both sides of the abortion issue, and we need to send a message to voters that there is room in the Republican Party for differing perspectives."
Democrats have already sought to attack the entire Republican Party — and Brown in particular — on divisive women's health issues. After the Senate defeated a proposal to repeal the Obama administration's contraception mandate, Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) singled out Brown as an incumbent who would have a hard time defending his support for the measure.
The GOP's 2012 platform, which is still being drafted, contains essentially the same language on the subject as the party's platforms in 2000, 2004 and 2008. It calls for a constitutional amendment restricting abortion and is silent on whether there should be exceptions in cases of rape and incest.
Although presidential candidate Mitt Romney supports such exceptions, the Akin controversy has given Democrats a new opportunity to highlight the fact that his running mate, Rep. Paul Ryan (R-Wis.), opposes abortion rights even in cases of rape.
Brown said he would campaign on his own platform, not the broader GOP agenda.
"But the Republican Party would be well-served to recognize in its platform that you can be pro-choice and still be a good Republican," he said. "I hope you and the Platform Committee will recognize this reality as you finalize this year's Platform document."


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Cha Cha Cha Dance History
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See definition in Oxford Advanced Learner's DictionaryDivisión en sílabas: spar·kle
Pronunciación: /ˈspärk(ə)l/
Definición de sparkle en inglés:
verbo[no object]
1Shine brightly with flashes of light: her earrings sparkled as she turned her head
Más ejemplos en oraciones
- Her golden hair glistened in the sun, her light blue eyes sparkling brightly.
- Her light skin sparkled and shined from the sun tan lotion she was wearing.
- His dark blue eyes sparkled when the light hit them and his hair was damp and stuck to his face.
2Be vivacious and witty: after a glass of wine, she began to sparkle
be lively, be vivacious, be animated, be ebullient, be exuberant, be bubbly, be effervescent, be witty, be full of life
brilliant, dazzling, scintillating, exciting, exhilarating, stimulating, invigorating;
vivacious, lively, vibrant, animated
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1A glittering flash of light: there was a sparkle in his eyes
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- The girl had bright pink hair that dully caught the light, reflecting a million glittering sparkles.
- Glittering jewels and sparkles decorated the front of the dress and contrasted the red ruby that hung against her neck.
- The room is gold and sparkles in the soft light of candles and electricity.
literary coruscation
2Vivacity and wit: she's got a kind of sparkle
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- His cricket and his personality were marked by charm and sparkle.
- The entire performance was imbued with sparkle and élan.
- She was tiny, pretty, and vivacious, her sparkle compensating for a lack of education.
- sparkly
- Oraciones de ejemplo
- She wore sparkly gold flats that matched the gold stripes on the tie.
- Just as she pulled her hair back and pinned it in place with her favorite sparkly hairpin, the doorbell rang.
- He held something sparkly in his mouth and placed in front of the rabbit.
Pronunciación: /ˈspärk(ə)lē/adjetivo
Middle English: frequentative (verb) or diminutive (noun) of spark1.
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Pretty good today! 19 Species including a First at Garret for me, Kentucky Warbler. (Forgive the awful documentation shot of this skulker. They rarely show well for pictures but these are especially bad. :)) Wilson Avenue was finally packed with birds including a FOS Tennessee Warbler, along with Cape May Warbler, Blackpoll Warblers and Indigo Bunting. Blackburnian, Hooded and Nashville were around again and finally good numbers of Chestnut-sided and Magnolia Warblers. Also a big flight of Common Yellowthroat in as they had been hard to find until today. I also had Yellow-throated, Blue-headed, Red-eyed and Warbling Vireos and Baltimore Orioles were in in good numbers as well. Others had Worm-eating, Yellow, Bay-breasted as well that I missed. Nice day of birding!
A couple of other shots from today:
Black-throated Blue Warbler
Scarlet Tanager
Magnolia Warbler
Cape May Warbler
Black-and-white Warbler]]>
The last two days at Garret Mountain have been pretty good. It still hasn't been a "birds dripping off trees" type day yet, but the diversity is improving and there have been a number of the highly sought Warblers around. I had a Cerulean Warbler on the 3rd (18 total Warbler species that day) which is a tough bird at Garret, along with favorites Cape May and Blackburnian Warblers. Yellow-throated Vireo was a nice sight along with the very photogenic Black-throated Green and Blue Warblers. I am just going to list some of the shots I have gotten over the last couple days. The next 2 weeks are my favorite weeks of the year! Good to see many familiar birder faces as well! Good Birding!
Blackburnian Warbler
Black-throated Blue Warbler
Black-and-white Warbler
Black-throated Green Warbler
Yellow-throated Vireo
Black-throated Blue Warbler
Black-and-white Warbler]]>
Spring Birding has definitely sprung in New Jersey as we wind through the final days of April. The Mourning Cloak, Eastern Comma and Cabbage White flutter past as the Trout Lily and Skunk Cabbage rise from below. All of the customary birds have appeared. The Eastern Phoebes along with Pine and Palm Warblers have been in for some time joined by Black-and-white and Yellow-rumped Warblers soon after. Their arrival is tailed closely by active Blue-gray Gnatcatchers and wonderfully dressed Blue-headed Vireo. First Golden-crowned Kinglets are common and then later completely replaced by their Ruby-crowned brothers. The ever present April stars, Louisiana Waterthrush, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, and Winter Wren, again called the park's stream and exposed roots home for a while. They were joined this year by a number of lively Purple Finch, Rusty Blackbirds, a Prairie Warbler and later Northern Waterthrush. I am sure I have missed a few (many of the park regulars have tallied species I missed including Orchard Oriole, Nashville Warbler and Rose-breasted Grosbeak to name a few) but these are the memories of April 2015 that call to me so far. Garret Mountain remains an oasis for traveling birds and a splendid place for an early Spring walk.
Black-throated Green Warbler
Today was a little different. North Western winds and unfavorable conditions in our area have kept larger numbers of migrants at bay. The huge helping of birds, no doubt on their way, sit waiting for things to turn in their favor. As I checked the radar last night I was happy to see the northern flyway lit up with migrating birds in the South Eastern part of the country. We had a blip of color in the center of New Jersey, but I expected this wouldn't be much other than maybe more breeding regulars or shorebirds. As I arrived in the park I didn't feel too far off about that as overall things still felt quiet.
Pine Warbler
The best was yet to come for me as I wound my way back up Garret's paths towards my car. Just above the tiered lot (below the picnic grove) I heard the high pitched song of a bird I haven't heard in months. There, working along with another stunning Blue-headed Vireo, was a brilliantly colorful male Blackburnian Warbler. Bright, wide wing-bars and a Fire-Orange head that could set tinder afire, moved quickly through the tree tops stopping only briefly to swallow particularly large mouthfuls. I enjoyed him for a while before being called to (in my mind that's how it works doncha know! :)) by my final new arrival of the day, another male, a Black-throated Green Warbler! These birds were the tip of the Spring Warbler sword finally thrust into our park. On a day like today it was easy to be reminded of the wonder of bird migration and the strength of the birds who I got to visit with today.
Conditions seem to settle a bit tonight so maybe tomorrow will bring even more wonder to the incredibly important Garden State stop-over that is Garret Mountain.
Below are some pictures from today. I usually identify not as a photographer, but rather a Birder-with-a-camera, as I really know far less than I should about photography, lighting and such. Thankfully a blog allows me to share the images of birds that I see (the reason I even bought a camera) but I often feel the need to apologize in advance for not-so-great shots. I am really more concerned with documenting the birds I see but sometimes I get lucky with decent shots and they usually improve as the season goes along. Good Birding!
Pine Warbler & Black-and-white Warbler "discussion"
Black-and-white Warbler
Palm Warbler
I was recently in Southeastern Brazil for two weeks of work and had the connecting weekend to myself. Of course this meant I had to find an effective and enjoyable way to do some Brazilian birding! First things first, I needed to get through the first week, and as the days ticked off I found myself enjoying the unique people and culture of Brazil more and more. After enough time passes in a new place, you start to feel comfortable and settle in and find your way into a routine. I felt welcomed each time I ventured slightly out into the enormity of the city that is São Paulo. However, after a week of workplace communication in a foreign country and language, paired with jaunts to local city eateries by night, I was looking forward to a weekend of being out in the forest listening to much more familiar sounds. While the calls and songs of birds a continent away would be new, the symphony of nature would no doubt be playing a well acquainted tune.
As with most birding trips, good planning is a necessity and the unique nature of a trip out of the United States has its own challenges. Many birders utilize an array of well organized guiding outfitters and services to link up with other like-minded folk to find target birds. These trips can be expensive, but also incredibly rewarding, as careful planning goes into making the endeavor a successful one. These trips usually are made up of groups from 6-12 people and need to be scheduled months if not years in advance. Birding Tour Companies often publish a yearly program guide that hopeful attendees can pick and choose from. The tours are most often 2 or more weeks to account for travel time and allow for multiple opportunities at many targets and better overall coverage. Shorter trips happen, but the scope is less extensive and the total species on offer are far leaner.
This meant that my solo trip with a small amount of time and a large amount of target birds, with minimal advanced notice, would be hard to schedule. Especially in a foreign country! This is why I was very happy to find Carlos and was thrilled when he was able to not only accommodate my request for a individual guide for a weekend, but also offered up varying suggestions and possibilities to see some of Brazil's wonderful birds! (If you are in Southeastern Brazil and want to see birds I highly recommend him! Professional, considerate, safe and an excellent birder. It was exactly as I hoped, and I hope others get to enjoy his passion and expertise. Check out his site and Flickr for tons of good content and contact details.)
We would be heading up to some of the few remaining pieces of preserved Atlantic Forest habitat to search out birds at elevation in this unique ecosystem.
I was picked up Friday evening at my hotel by Carlos and his wife Viviane who had traveled down from their home in Campinas. We hurled ourselves into the normally dodgy traffic out of town heading north west. We crawled along with the workers headed home, the happy hour crowd, and those seeking respite in the suburbs and farmsteads that run along the cities edge. A 45 minute trip on a Thursday can become a 2 and a half hour test of your sanity on a Friday, and this one was especially difficult. Late in the evening we finally made it to our hotel after winding up the climbing road into the Atlantic forests of Itatiaia National Park. Sleep would come easy with a long day behind us and an exciting one to come.
Waking up surrounded by nature is always exhilarating and opening the curtains Saturday morning to views of the rising hills and vast forest surfaced a rush of adrenaline and excitement. We started the morning birding on the hotel property on its various trails and paths. We quickly saw the resident White-eyed Parakeets and local White-throated Hummingbirds there to greet us with calling Picazuro Pigeons on the phone wires in the distance while Blue-and-white Swallows swirled above. We added Rufous-collared Sparrow (or as the locals call them Tico Tico), Saffron Finch, and a flyover Chopi Blackbird before heading down the hill from the hotel to a small marsh area surrounded by excellent habitat that provided my first moment of awe of the day. We came across three Warbler species in this area (White-browed and Golden-crowned Warblers and a Masked Yellowthroat) along with the jaw-dropping beauty of the Brassy-breasted Tanager. Color was not sparred on the Brassy-breasted and we added Diademed, Cinnamon, Fawn-breasted, and Ruby-crowned Tanagers for good measure. We got a great look at a Variable Antshrike and then popped onto a wonderfully vibrant and insanely active Rufous-crowned Greenlet! (A fav of mine for the trip for attitude alone!) On the walk back up we added Highland Elaenia, and a quick flyby Yellow-headed Caracara along with others. Whew. Its all wonderfully overwhelming. These are the days you dream about as a birder when you head to an all new place and we were just getting started.
Below are some of these amazing birds we saw in the morning:
We headed out up towards the rising peak of Pico das Agulhas Negras to start our birding excursion on the upper part of the road. This oldest national park in Brazil has two sections that are often covered for birding & we would start our morning at the bottom of the upper section. It wasn't long before we were greeted by the morning chorus and Carlos and his well trained ears were picking up & pointing out birds. We saw Pallid and Spix's Spintails, the delightful Ochre-faced Tody-Flycatcher & Mottle-Cheeked Flycatcher.
We then came across a White-spotted Woodpecker which briefly had all of my attention until multiple Red-breasted Toucans came flying just above us and stopped for pictures and closer examination. I was jumping for joy inside. A Toucan, and a looker at that!
We continued on this way coming across some peppy Black-capped Piprites and watched them dangle and flash about. Just wonderful birds! Then it was on to encounter a bird I had been very much looking forward to. The Plovercrest! In your mind, the birds you covet and have yet to see in nature can carry an almost mythical quality. This bird was one of those for me. The Plovercrest is a small iridescent green hummingbird with a vibrant purple flashy throat and this most fantastic long feathered crest. The surprisingly loud singing males tend a Lek made up of a group of Plovercrests and we were right in the middle of them! The lighting wasn't the best (for pictures), but I got amazing looks at a beautiful male holding court and marveled at this little ball of feathers and ferocity. Small tail, small stature, large style large spirit! YES. I was genuinely happy to add the Plovercrest experience to my best birding memory database.
Still further up the hill, we paused and ate lunch overlooking a bridge above the expansive trees below. We reveled in the moment a bit, and listened to stories about the regions birds and an especially funny anecdote about an interaction between Carlos and a hill of ants. While sitting, we also were lucky enough to marvel at the eery and beautiful vocalization of the Black-and-gold Cotinga heard just off in the distance.
As you advance in your birding experience, you become subconsciously more aware of bird whistles, chips, calls, songs and even types of movement in the space around you. Like a blip popping on to a monitored radar screen, the noise immediately draws your attention to a target area for further scrutiny. The song I heard there was unlike any I had heard (not any big feat mind you, with my limited travel outside the US) and one I wouldn't have guessed was coming from a bird. The tonal whistle rises steadily and loudly for 3-5 seconds and sounds more like an overheating radiator pipe than an on territory calling bird. It's overwhelming in its uniqueness as if natural selection rewarded the bird with a noise sure to be heard and impossible to confuse. The song adds to the want and desire of most birders who visit the area hoping for a peak at the Black-and-gold Cotinga. In fact, we heard a few Black-and-gold Cotinga calling! One on either side of the road seemingly sounding off to announce the edge of their territory, we searched each high point for a solid black bird with the golden splash, to no avail.
This is all a common experience for the Black-and-gold Cotinga, so we would not be deterred. Then, seemingly magically, Carlos pointed to a far off tall towering tree about 10 branches from the top to a small, unmoving target. There it is he said. I was both overjoyed and thoroughly impressed at the seemingly miraculous spotting from hundreds of yards away of a non-moving bird. "How in the world did you see that?" I said. That's the Cotinga tree he said with a sly smile. This is a usual spot Carlos had seen the bird at before and I once again was reminded of the priceless value of a local experienced guide. So here he is in all his splendor, missing head and all. My Black-and-gold Cotinga thanks to Carlos and his Cotinga tree! (Yes, it is the black spot on the right side of the blurry, cropped picture. Proving even a "bad" picture can have a meaningful sentimental value)
We pushed on and added more amazing birds like a striking female who sprung from her nest, nicely hidden in the rocky face of the wall lining the road to survey the current visitors and their intentions. "Just us friendly birders here to explore and take in your beauty" I thought! She had one small egg in her nest, and we moved on to allow mommy to come back and continue her campaign. After a bit of a walk we came up on a significant stand of trees. (Beautifully unique evergreen coniferous trees that appear as though their top is adorned with a Palm Tree type growth of long branched evergreen that makes them stand out from all their surrounding tree peers) These fantastic and increasingly rare endemic trees held another highly anticipated bird for me the Araucaria Tit-Spinetail! Sure enough, within minutes of our arrival we were examining this little beauty and it's long tail and bold crest. I couldn't help but get excited and offered an exuberant fist bump to Carlos for his find. What a bird!
As we neared the end of the road (we didn't got all the way up to the top of the rock formations but were essentially at the top at an altitude near 9000 Feet) we got a look at another gem. This long tailed, spotted beauty is called a Large-tailed Antshrike and Carlos mentioned our good luck at getting such great looks and photos. I certainly felt lucky. We tallied a few other birds and then got back in the truck headed back down. Luck hadn't stopped shining on us though as Viv spotted an enormous Dusky-legged Guan on the roadside as we winded our way down! Reminding me of the Chachalacs I have seen in South Texas the Guan deftly climbed a nearby tree and took to watching us as we exited.
We got back to the hotel, did some more trail birding picking up the fantastic Blue Manakin and even got to share it with a family with children sharing our binoculars and directions to the bird back in the trees to their great enjoyment. Who knows, future birders may had just seen their "Spark Bird." Those moments are super valuable. Light was dwindling so we headed back to the hotel restaurant for what was an outstanding meal! The hotel has a honest, real chef on site who produced a plate suiting the Brazilian cuisine with a tender steak and warm potatoes which seem to be a part of almost all meals in Brazil. And I wasn't complaining! Everything we ate was phenomenal the entire time we were there. A perfect ending to a perfect day. A quick group review and tally had the day's haul at 75 Life Birds! It simply doesn't get much better than that! I felt like a kid on Christmas opening another presents every 5 minutes for the entire day. Truly a day to be thankful for in this wonderful country of Brazil.
Lots more pictures from my trip on my Flickr Photostream. I will be putting up the Day two blog shortly which was an equally awesome day in Brazil! Check back soon.]]>
Today, I happily saw a notice online for a reported Whiskered Tern in New Jersey (found by Louise Zemaitis and Alec Humann) at Bunker Pond, right next to the Cape May Hawkwatch and decided to head down. These are the kinds of notifications that set a birder's heart racing! This would be a third North American record and all three were seen at some point in New Jersey. The previous records were from the 1990s so, as you can imagine, this bird had local birders giddy! The Hawkwatch platform was full of birders and non-birders all eager to hear what all the fuss was about. This Tern, most similar to our Black Tern, is a European/African bird that is quite different from our "normal" New Jersey Terns. The flight was noticeably light and fluid and its twists and turns suited it well as it plucked bugs from the air above the pond like a Swallow. The Tern elegantly worked around the pond and then to the beach and back, resting once in a while on a maintenance dock. It was all very pleasant, and I was left in a birder's state of perpetual joy as the rest of the day played out. For 2014 I have yet to see a Sandwich Tern but I have a Whiskered Tern!
Below are a few shots:
Always a great bird and one of my favorite less common species in New Jersey we had a wonderful Mourning Warbler today in the wet area down from the tiered lot. This guy even sat a preened for 5 seconds and let me get a couple photos (a feat in itself with skulky and quick Mourning Warblers)! Great Bird!
Mourning Warbler
I have always wanted to see a Kirtland's Warbler and had hoped for them in migration at Magee Marsh in years past without success. This year I took into my own hands and decided to head up to Grayling, Michigan for a tour into local Jack Pine habitat to see birds on territory preparing to nest. The Kirtland's Warbler tour started off at Hartwick Pines State Park, just north of downtown Grayling, and you are lead onto nearby habitat suitable for these picky nesters! 5-20 foot tall and 6-22 year old Jack Pine trees are needed and a tree recycling boost is needed to fill the void naturally occurring fires provided the Kirtland's with. Promising land management efforts and initiatives to stop cowbird parasitism seem to be yielding promising results!
Kirtland's Warbler
We headed out with a group of about 12 and the day's early warming sun had us hoping for good results. The tours had run the previous two days with a single male on the first day and a female on the second. We got to the protected area and within 10 minutes heard multiple singing birds! Our skilled guide walked us through the territory and we quickly had a male 1 foot off the ground 5 feet away from the group! He was concerned with his task of hunting and singing and sped by us as we continued on down the path. We came across at least 5 Kirtland's Warblers (seen and heard) and saw multiple males up on tress singing their hearts out! What a bird. A bigger bird than I expected, these guys were amazing. The stunning views and ability to actually watch this bird bob its tail and work through the bottoms of the Jack Pines was thrilling. This bird's population and existence is threatened and the opportunity to not only learn about and hear them, but to also get amazing views, was an experience I will never forget!
Here are a few more pictures I got:
Every year, if I am able, I take a long weekend in mid-to-late May to go to Magee Marsh in Oak Harbor, Ohio. Magee is a truly special place with up-close access to the beautiful migrants of May as they make their way to their nesting grounds in the Boreal forest of the northern United States and Canada. Situated on the southern shore of Lake Erie, many migrants will settle into the low trees of Magee for a break, rather than braving the lake crossing into Michigan or Canada. (Similar to Fall migrant Warblers in Cape May) This makes for spectacular views for those wondering the winding boardwalks of Magee Marsh. Magee gives the opportunity to see Connecticut or even Kirtland's Warbler as it migrates through and the sheer amount of birds present make it almost always productive (many first timers laugh at what locals would call a slow day as the slow days at Magee are usually highly impressive!) and the experience is one I highly recommend.
Bay-breasted Warbler
I only had 3 days and I was going to take one day to drive 3.5 hours north to Grayling Michigan to seek out the Kirtland's Warbler so I wanted to make the best of the time I had. Thursday was overcast but there was still (remember that thing about Magee slow days?) a good number of birds around and I marveled at the proximity to Cape May and a female Golden-winged Warbler. Philadelphia Vireo, Yellow-bellied Flycatcher and 22 species of Warbler was the "slow" day at Magee. Magee is an amazing place to study the movement and size and shape comparisons. The birding experience to be added in a trip is as significant as the wonderful birds you will see!
Chestnut-sided Warbler
Thursday was the opposite of slow. As the sun rose and the bugs got going the birds rose in chorus to meet them and us. After taking a pass on the boardwalk looking for Connecticut, I made my way to the area outside the boardwalk along the parking lot where Blackburnian, Bay-breasted, Cape May, and Canada Warblers, along with Tanagers and Orioles made appearances for the hundreds of onlookers swooning at their presence. The birds were gleaning insects and preening just feet above our heads in turns and it made for an amazing show. What a day! I heard someone say that they had been to Magee a few years and they had heard about days like this at Magee but never experienced it. They had now. FUN!
Below are a bunch of the amazing views I got.
Prothonotary Warbler
Cape May Warbler
Golden-winged Warbler
Blackburnian Warbler
Blackburnian Warbler
Baltimore Oriole
Scarlet Tanager
We had another wonderful day of migrants at Garret Mountain. We saw many of the same Warbler species seen over the last 4 days with Hooded, Magnolia, Black-throated Blue and, Black-throated Green Warblers, Northern Waterthrush, Magnolia Warbler, and 3 Blackburnian Warblers (First Of Spring for me). Also had a FOS Indigo Bunting on the hill on Wilson and a great Olive-sided Flycatcher on the west side of Barbour's pond just down from Wilson Ave on a snag of one of the many White Pine trees (I think they are White Pine?) lost in recent years.
Olive-sided Flycatcher
Below are some pictures from today and the last couple days @ Garret:
Black-throated Blue Warbler
Chestnut-sided Warbler
Black-throated Green Warbler
Eastern Kingbird
Northern Waterthrush
Rose-breasted Grosbeak
I also saw the reported Least Bittern (reportedly found by some eager young birders on Sat! Good for them!!) on Sunday. Documentation shot below. (= not a good photo :))
Least Bittern
When the winter months wear on and the cold days lead to cold days I hope for days like today! The Spring birding bonanza finally got underway today and got some pep it its step with what must have been a significant flight last night. 16 Warbler species and 3 Vireos with Baltimore Oriole and Rose-breasted Grosbeaks. Hundreds of new birds in the park today with Wilson Ave. again being a hot spot.
As soon as I got down to the bottom of Wilson I had a beautiful (and not an easy bird at Garret!) Worm-eating Warbler working through the peeled bark and ground cover. One of 2 Worm-eating I would see today! The end of Wilson held my first Great-crested Flycatcher of the Spring and an energetic male Black-throated Green Warbler. We then happily watched a fantastically displaying Chestnut-sided Warbler and a male Rose-breasted Grosbeak. Others included a single Northern Parula and a pair of drab Pine Warblers along with the first of many Blue-headed Vireo of the day. Just as we were walking out of Wilson, we had a bright flash of yellow shoot out across the path for my first Blue-winged Warbler of the year! Lots of activity for mid day for sure!
Black-throated Green Warbler
The path towards the boat house had many many Palm Warblers and the most numerous warbler of the day Yellow-rumped Warblers all over. We also had another popping bright Chestnut-sided Warbler and Swamp Sparrow. A singing Baltimore Oriole and my first few resident Warbling Vireos (these may not stay but some do breed at Garret in decent numbers). Barbour's Pond had washed pretty heavy with recent heavy rain and the island that held a Canada Goose nest seemed abandoned. Every year they try and often this is the end result. At least the resident Killdeer hasn't yet made the same fateful decision. Still waiting to see a pair of Killdeer together. In better news, a Eastern Phoebe pair was back at it and looked to be fastidious builders. Multiple Spotted Sandpipers were in too for the first time (for me) this year! Flashy dressers the Spotted are!
Worm-eating Warbler
Back on the stream we had the only Magnolia Warbler of the day, that I saw, working along with a male American Redstart. A male Common Yellowthroat, more Ruby-crowned Kinglets, Blue-gray Gnatcatchers and another Swamp Sparrow, were seen with a possible Winter Wren that I only got unsatisfactory looks at.
I next headed up the hill to the rocky picnic area and had 2 Black-throated Blue Warblers (both males) and tons of Ovenbirds! Hermit Thrush are still around in good numbers and we had a single Swainson's Thrush along with many Veery. We also had a single FOS Least Flycatcher.
A final walk down Wilson with fellow birder Greg (check out his Flickr photostream for great photos too!) proved advantageous as we got our FOS Northern Waterthrush and an awesome Yellow-throated Vireo to end the day!
These are the days I wait for. Good Birding!
Here are a few more pictures from today. You can go to my Flickr page to see all of the photos I uploaded.
Magnolia Warbler
Chestnut-sided Warbler
Rose-breasted Grosbeak
Palm Warbler


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Fenwick Equestrian Products' Liquid Titanium Sheet relieves arthritis pain, nervous tension and anxiety in horses without the use of drugs. It's made of liquid titanium fabric that works with the horse's body to create far infrared rays (FIR). FIR stimulates the horse's circulatory system, helps increase immune system response and rids the body's cells of toxins.
The Easyboot Glove is designed for your horse's comfort with a reinforced gaiter that eliminates chafing. This close-fitting hoof boot provides traction on any terrain.
Fenwick Equestrian Products' Liquid Titanium Ear Plugs, or "Liza's" Ear Plugs, help reduce anxiety in the horse. These ear plugs are made of a combination of drug-free liquid titanium fabric and sponge foam to conform comfortably to the horse's inner ear without pressure. The special fabric works with the horse's circulatory system to create far infrared rays that result in a calming sense of well-being.
Vetericyn® Opthalmic Gel is formulated to relieve irritated, stinging or itchy eyes caused by pollutants and foreign material. Steroid- and antibiotic-free, Vetericyn eye gel kills bacteria in 30 seconds and is intended for use on eyes with intact corneas. 3 oz.
Clinical strength Arenus® Sore No-More® Performance Ultra Poultice is appropriate for use at any competition level. Silky-smooth and non-irritating, this clay-based poultice is formulated to provide fast and effective results. Apply to areas of edema, heat, inflammation, infection, abscess, puncture wounds, thrush and more to provide cooling and draw heat.
The EZ ICE Hock Wrap reduces swelling, heat and soreness in your horse's hock area. It can also be used on the horse's knee. Keep this hock wrap in your freezer and strap on when needed. It works quickly to slow inflammation and ease pain. Easily transportable in a cooler for use at a competition.
Never struggle wrapping a hock again! Cashel® Boomer's Hock Socks™ are an easy way to wrap your horse's hocks. These hock wraps can be used over medication and liniments. Made in the USA.
EquiFit® T-Foam™ AgSilver™ StandingWraps have three layers of materials that provide therapeutic support and compression. Ideal after a workout, these standing wraps feature breathable T-Foam, silver-plated antibacterial fabric and thermally-conductive silver. No poultices or liniments required.
Neoprene Hock Wraps help protect your horse's hocks from sores. Easy to use and appropriate for long-term use.
In the Léttia Coolmax® No-Bow Leg Wraps, a wicking lining helps keep your horse's legs dry when wrapped. Pair.
Absorbine® Botanicals™ Herbal Liniment Massage Foam is neat and easy to use—a great way to reward your horse after a ride. This aromatic, drip-free liniment massage foam with essential oils and herbs soothes sore muscles and tendons and eases stiffness as it cools and conditions.
Ice Horse® Evendura Wraps provide extra coverage from below the horse's knee to the pastern and fetlock area. These compression leg wraps use non-toxic, reusable FirstIce® packs that mold to your horse's legs for uniform cooling. They attach easily to the wraps with their own VELCRO® brand fasteners.