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Of the myriad of summer festivals held in Japan, there are religious festivals, performance festivals, dance festivals, stamina competition festivals, and, of course, fireworks festivals. Some offer paid seating, but most are first-come, first-serve on the day of the event, so it's a good idea to arrive early to get good viewing spots. Once you've staked out your claim, it's always fun to wander around and enjoy the atmosphere. People come with friends and family, and the mood is very convivial and relaxed; there are lots of food and game stalls to check out as well.
Festivals provide a great opportunity for visitors to join in the fun! You'll notice that the locals, who might have given you the impression of being rather conservative, tend to loosen their laces and welcome foreign visitors with open arms and boisterous good spirits. You simply need to show a bit of polite interest, and before you know it, your arms might be linked in a daisy-chain of dancers! The resounding musical accompaniments provide a percussive beat that is a wonderful backdrop.
Main parades in middle of July, with smaller events spanning the rest of the month
This highly elaborate festival which runs the entire month of July is spotted with several main events and many smaller ones, including dance and musical performances, comic plays, displays of artistic treasures and more. During Yoiyama, two types of floats, the smaller Yama and much larger Hoko, are festooned with beautifully designed and illuminated lanterns that lend a magical touch to an already enchanting atmosphere. The festival is named after Kyoto's exclusive and fashionable Gion district, parts of which temporarily close down during the festival.
For more information about Gion matsuri and other festivals in Kyoto, visit here.
Early August
The "pole lantern festival," designed to banish lingering evil spirits before the start of the autumn harvest, features incredible feats of balance and poise as men balance poles ranging from about 16 ft up to 40 ft and weighing over 130 lb which are festooned with up to 46 candle-lit lanterns. The poles, all 230 of them, shaped like ears of rice plants or cedar branches, are lifted at the same time at the start of the performance, then placed on foreheads, hips, shoulders, etc. Balancing competitions take place during the day. The highly competitive nature of the festival along with the fierce drumming and chanting of the crowd combined with the glowing spectacle of nearly 10,000 globes of light is enough to take your breath away (if you weren't already screaming in delight).
For more information, visit here.
Early August
Way up at the northernmost tip of the main island of Honshu lies the city of Aomori, home to the annual Aomori Nebuta Matsuri. During the festival, designated one of Japan's significant cultural assets, about 20 huge beautifully illustrated paper floats brightly illuminated from the inside to stunning effect, are paraded through the streets of the city. The floats represent a range of figures from history and folklore to popular anime characters. Specially costumed dancers add to the dazzling view.
For more information, visit here.
End of July
The world's oldest fireworks festival, the Sumida river fireworks festival goes all the way back to the early 1700s. Since 1978, it has been an annual tradition, showcasing the marvelous talents of rival pyrotechnic companies who vie with each other to produce the most extravagant displays. Seen from the banks of the river, the gorgeous colors and fanciful forms of the displays say "summer" like nothing else! Over one million come to the river banks to watch, and after the show is over, the tipsy revelers often set off fireworks of their own!
For more information, visit here.
Mid August
Launched from boats off Miyajima's north shore, about 200 fireworks from the festival's total 5,000 fireworks are launched directly behind the torii gate of the Itsukushima Shrine, which is the central point of the show, and burst above the water, illuminating both sky and sea. The fireworks can also be seen from special sightseeing boat tours circling the bay. The fireworks theme changes annually, but it never fails to enchant and impress the hundreds of thousands of on-lookers who gather on Miyajima as well as on the nearby shore of Hiroshima. If the tide is low enough, you can walk directly up to the front of the shrine, which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
For more information, visit here.
Held once every three years, the Setouchi and Aichi Triennales are important events that seek to revitalize local areas and introduce visitors to their striking and one-of-a-kind cultural assets.
This international art festival highlights artists from Japan and around the world. Centered on the famous Art Island of Naoshima, the twelve islands of the Seto Inland Sea will be hosting a variety of art and other cultural events, introducing visitors to the flavors and experiences of this intriguing part of Japan. Visitors may purchase a 3-Day Triennale Ferry Pass for eight individual island routes at a very affordable price as well as the Triennale 3-Season passport which admits visitors to almost all the Triennale art sites during all three sessions.
The dates of the 2016 Setouchi Triennale are spread over three sessions encompassing a total of 108 days.
Spring: March 20th — April 17th
Summer: July 18th — September 4th
Autumn: October 8th - November 6th
For more information, please visit here.
The Aichi Triennale covers 74 days, from Aug. 11th — Oct. 23rd, 2016 in five separate venues within the Aichi prefecture. Entitled A Rainbow Caravan, it is an art cornucopia of vibrantly varied forms with the intention of developing an exchange of ideas and inspirations between creator and viewer. This unique form of communication will serve to bring the imagination of artists and their audience together using visual art, moving images, music, etc.
For more information, please visit here.
One of the defining delights of early springtime in Japan is the glory of the cherry trees in bloom. It seems there are infinite varieties of trees, each with their own special trunk and branch shape, blossom color and configuration. There are numerous ways to view these lovely flowers, with special events and activities for visitors to enjoy. Below are three magnificent cherry viewing locations: one in Tokyo and two in the Tohoku area which encompasses several prefectures in the north end of the main island of Honshu.
About a 3 1/2 hour train ride from Tokyo, Kitakami City annually hosts the Kitakami Tenshochi Cherry Blossom Festival, held at Kitakami City Park Tenshochi, from mid-April through early May. There are 10,000-plus trees and 100,000 azaleas which also come into bloom at approximately the same time as the cherry trees. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely ride in a horse-drawn carriage under the heavily laden boughs, or riding in a pleasure boat along the Kitakami River while gazing at the trees along the bank as the wind whips the brilliantly colored carp shaped streamers stretching across the river. There is a 1.2-mile promenade of trees over 80 years old which is illuminated at night, casting a fairytale reflection onto the tranquil surface of the river. In the park one may also enjoy exploring a folklore village with beautifully restored historical buildings and a varieties of cherry blossoms. A memorial museum dedicated to the famous lyricist Hachiro Sato is nearby as well. There are also booths selling food and souvenirs to help celebrate the season!
For more information, please visit here.
When your travels take you to Tokyo during cherry blossom season, you will definitely want to head over to see one of the city's biggest springtime delights: the blossoms of Chidorigafuchi-ryokudo, a walkway along the moat of the Imperial Palace.
Chidorigafuchi lies on the northern side of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. The name Chidorigafuchi is from the moat named after chidori (the plover), since its shape is said to be similar to the bird. While a magnificent viewing spot (a varieties of cherry trees create a stunning, tunnel-like effect as they gently curve over a 0.4-mile pedestrian walkway), you best be well prepared for a crowd-over one million people come to Chidorigafuchi annually.
Nighttime is also lovely, with the illuminated blossoms creating a dream-like landscape. Boats are available for rent, and who doesn't like to ponder the mysteries of life while trailing one's fingers in the limpid waters, dotted here and there with the fragile beauty of cherry blossoms resting on the water's surface?
For more information, please visit here.
Of the many springtime festival events in Japan, one of the most unusual by far is the "Ningen Shogi", or Human Shogi (shogi is a traditional board game, similar to chess, and is known as "Japanese chess" or the "Generals' Game.") held in Tendo City which is produces over 90% of the unique, 5-sided pieces used in shogi. Men and women dressed in centuries-old battle attire represent the "pieces," and they are positioned on a huge board. The two opponents, shogi professionals known as Kishi, vie with each other to capture the "king" by moving the pieces on the board. The Kishi, also known as the "generals" shout out their moves, and the pieces then move to the corresponding squares. About 95,000 spectators countrywide show up annually for the spectacle. While Ningen Shogi is the main attraction, the festival includes nighttime cherry blossom illumination, a portable shrine, traditional dances, and plenty of food stalls.
Tendo City is about a 3-hour train ride from Tokyo Station.
For more information, please visit here.
Japan Week, New York City's premiere Japanese travel and tourism event organized by Japan National Tourism Organization, is back for its 5th year on March 10-12, 2016 at Vanderbilt Hall in Grand Central Terminal.
Japan Week 2016 features food and confectionaries straight from Hokkaido and Northern Tohoku, over 30 diverse businesses from both New York City and Japan, and a conveyor belt sushi restaurant right in Grand Central Terminal. Free and open to the public, visitors can also find general information on Japan tourism, receive special travel package offers, and even win a trip to Japan.
From world-famous ski resorts and picturesque national parks to traditional cuisine, festivals, and seafood, Hokkaido and Northern Tohoku are home to hidden regional gems that even seasoned travelers miss. The brand-new Hokkaido Shinkansen, linking Hokkaido with the northernmost part of the mainland via high-speed rail for the first time ever, is scheduled to begin in March of 2016. Travelers will be able to take a bullet train directly from Tokyo to see all of the natural and man-made wonders of northern Japan.
More information on Japan Week's events, exhibitors, giveaways, and activities will be revealed in the coming weeks at www.japanweek.us.
Let your inner blossoms bloom at the annual National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C., March 20th - April 17th, 2016. Come celebrate spring with parades, marching bands, fireworks, not to mention taiko drums and other live musical performances; Lots of food and fun for the entire family! And how about enjoying the cherry trees from a different perspective? Tours including bike and pedicab, as well as daytime and moonlight cruises all available.
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February Chat 2011
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posted at 2/15/2011 4:49 PM ESTI went to Pier 4 about 20 years ago, and the food had started to go downhill at that time. I knew of the fabulous (and earned) reputation it had for excellence and took a friend visiting from NC. I almost didn't accept my meal it was so bad, but since I was taking her out and I didn't want to put a damper on our time (and I was 20), I let it go. But, it was downright awful. However, I know that 45 years ago it was THE place in Boston to go for a guaranteed extra special evening. If they couldn't get back on track from went I went I'm surprised it took 15 whole years to close.
allready, wish I could help, but I only know one person with one of those things, a friend's mother with an ipad. I think she mostly uses it for pictures of the grandkids, but she really likes it. Sorry, I'm not a gadget person.
BG, we'll know it's you. At least when your alter ego appears it's the same one each time. ;)
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posted at 2/15/2011 5:52 PM ESTOMG, had no idea Pier 4 closed. I knew about Jimmy's (that was a great place too then), but not Pier 4.
I agree with Pier 4 going down hill though. My DH and kids took me for dinner there for one Mother's Day many moons ago. DH had made reservations way ahead w/o me knowing.
As one should expect, there were lots of people. But instead of being seated in the restaurant, we were seated outdoors near the ocean under a tent like thing. Not only were we freezing our b*tts off - one of those very cold spring years - but there was no atmosphere and the service was just terrible. No, horrible actually. They must have hired a bunch of young kids, just for that day. But our kids were young, and they thought it was so exciting to take Mom for dinner at a special place (don't know, how they kept the secret, but they did) so DH and played along as if it was the greatest meal we ever had. But we never went back.
- Pingo
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posted at 2/15/2011 5:53 PM ESTIn Response to Re: February Chat 2011:Hi mm, I believe Pier 4 closed a few years ago. Business was terrible and the food went way downhill. Jimmy's Harborside also closed. I had my wedding reception there. Both were great restaurants, sad to see them go.
Posted by ambergirlActually, I think they're still open. My boss's parents were in town and went to the ICA last week. They had lunch at Pier 4. Didn't report on the food though. I remember going to the No Name shortly after they tore Jimmy's down. I couldn't believe the restaurant was supported by pilings. The place always seemed so big to me and all that was left were a few pilings sticking up in the water.A lot of people may not agree with me, but I think they should have built a new stadium in that area.mothermitzi
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posted at 2/15/2011 7:18 PM ESTOh mothermitzy, No Name - the very best fish place in town. Their fried clams were better, than I have ever had. But of course, I haven't eaten them for a very long time :( maybe just a taste or two. I liked the rustic place though.
It reminded me of Legal Seafood, when they were at their original place in Cambridge - Inman Square or something like that. You sat down on long wooden tables and benches and the food was reasonable and awesome. - Pingo
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posted at 2/15/2011 8:54 PM ESTHaven't been to the No Name for awhile, but always enjoyed the casual atmosphere, too. I used to take the kids to Legal's in Inman Square because it was so cheap. Boy have they expanded. I still go to Legal's occasionally. When people from the NY office come to town, they like to go there. I think the quality is still pretty good, considering their size and how long they've been around. Inman Square is full of good restaurants these days.mothermitzi
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posted at 2/16/2011 7:58 AM EST
Good morning,
Up and at em early this morning, thanks to Cheerio and her wake up call of knocking things off the bureaus. I'll have to run the dust mop under them today because I heard a couple of things drop to the floor, and don't see anything.
Have taken a large boneless chicken breast, and containers of diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and vegetable broth out of the freezer in prep for tonight's supper. A chicken soup of sorts has been roaming around my head for a couple of days now, so tonight's the night.
Just saw the Best in Show from the dog show on Today this morning. Until you see the deer hound (I think was the correct name of her breed) against the backdrop of people sitting on a couch, you don't realize what a really long, big dog she is. "Hickory" will be retired now to her Virginia farm to have the run of acres.
A leisurely day today with perhaps some more purging of old files. Don't want to waste the beautiful weather promised for tomorrow and Friday being inside. Hope you all have a good productive day too.
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posted at 2/16/2011 8:24 AM ESTHe's just a few pounds bigger than Gracie. She's enormous.
Now, I'm dying for a fish meal out. I like Legal's, Skip Jack's, and the Sole Proprietor. I've heard other wonderful things about No Name over the years, but I've never had the pleasure of trying it myself. Downtown Boston is not my stomping ground anymore, and 70 miles is a real road trip as far as dinner goes. :(
Not sure what we'll do today, but Gracie is out of gizzards/hearts and marrow bones. And, I'm out of cream for my cuppas. So, two tragedies need to be remedied! LOL
I made chili last night and used our onions (which, turns out are OK after the garage freeze - can't say the same for the squash, though) and a few frozen tomatoes. It was the best ever. I used a Wachusett Nut Brown Ale in it, too - excellent. It's on the sweeter side, and I like that in chili - it enhances the little molasses in there.
Mm, chicken soup sounds good, too, but now we have a mountain of chili. Of course, I could freeze some...we'll see.
Have a great day, all,
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posted at 2/16/2011 8:37 AM ESTmm, you are right about Pier 4. I am really surprised it is open. I worked down the waterfront about 6 years ago and my company had their Holiday party there. Was terrible. Both food and service. We all heard they were closing, but that obviously didn't happen. My apologies for the wrong info. Jimmy's also went way downhill. I remember taking my daughter when she was a teenager. I was so excited for her to eat where her father and I had our reception and I raved about the food. Well it was just awful. The no name restaurant was the best ever! My husband introduced me when we were dating. Hands down the best seafood for cheap. Nice memories today : )
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posted at 2/16/2011 9:19 AM ESTNo need to apologize amber. The only reason I knew was because my boss's parents just ate there. I'm going to go to the No Name tonight. A friend is coming up from the south shore and didn't want to take the red line because it's so cold. No Name has a parking lot, so we'll go there. Besides, a fish dinner appeals after talking about it! Pier 4 is on a very valuable piece of land and with new development encroaching. I wonder how long they'll last. Somebody will make the right offer for the property and that will be it. The Hilltop on Route 1 is another "institution" that has gone way down. People used to line up for hours there. The last time I went, it was really bad.There used to be a paddleboat tied up alongside Pier 4 called the Peter Stuyvesant, I believe. They used it for functions and we had my parent's 25th anniversary on it. I think it sank in the Blizzard of '78.mothermitzi
Re: February Chat 2011
posted at 2/16/2011 9:19 AM ESTGood morning,
Off to doc's appointment - nothing serious. Chat later - Pingo
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posted at 2/16/2011 9:25 AM ESTIndeed, the Hilltop was deplorable the last time I was there, and that was about, say, 11 - 13 years ago. How do these places that used to be SO GOOD deteriorate and then STAY in business another 20+ years? How long does a good reputation that isn't justified last? I mean, when Pier 4 and Hilltop were still good, the people who work there today weren't born.
Pingo, have a good appointment; watch those snowbanks! It's like a driving test out there.
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posted at 2/16/2011 9:56 AM ESTFriends,
Had a couple of minutes before leaving. Checked my e-mail, and this came in.
Are you ready for a Wednesday morning chuckle?
Written by a third grader, on what his grandparents do.
After Christmas, a teacher asked her young pupils how they spent their holiday away from school. One child wrote the following:
We always used to spend the holidays with Grandma and Grandpa. They used to live in a big brick house, but Grandpa got retarded and they moved to Arizona . Now they live in a tin box and have rocks painted green to look like grass. They ride around on their bicycles, and wear name tags, because they don't know who they are anymore. They go to a building called a wreck center, but they must have got it fixed because it is all okay now, they do exercises there, but they don't do them very well. There is a swimming pool too, but they all jump up and down in it with hats on. At their gate, there is a doll house with a little old man sitting in it. He watches all day so nobody can escape. Sometimes they sneak out, and go cruising in their golf carts. Nobody there cooks, they just eat out. And, they eat the same thing every night - early birds. Some of the people can't get out past the man in the doll house. The ones who do get out, bring food back to the wrecked center for pot luck. My Grandma says that Grandpa worked all his life to earn his retardment and, says I should work hard so I can be retarded someday too. When I earn my retardment, I want to be the man in the doll house. Then I will let people out, so they can visit their grandchildren.
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posted at 2/16/2011 12:36 PM ESTCute story, Pingo! It took me a minute to figure out the part about jumping up and down in the pool.
I have to agree 100% about Hilltop. We won't eat there anymore. the food adn service are so bad. But, surpisingly, their functions are good - and the traveling chuckwagon BBQ is really good. Maybe a different person or company runs the catering?
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posted at 2/16/2011 2:50 PM ESTSoup is simmering, brownies are baking, and Cheerio's napping. When I was lugging the groceries in the front door, a sparrow hopped out of the insides of one of the topiaries, sat there, and chirped away the whole time. I think when he saw all the bags, he was chirping, "Isn't this a glorious day? What's for lunch?"
Checked the back roof and all the ice/snow has melted except for one section where there is still ice high in the gutters. Hoping the next couple of days takes care of that. Have to get on the phone later and make some plans for the next couple of days, so as not to miss the warmth of being out in the sunshine. - Buddha is still only head high out of the snow.
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posted at 2/16/2011 3:47 PM ESTI am not a gadget person either, but have you thought about a MacbookAir? My son bought one, when they first came out. He absolutely loves it. He has the other Macs for desk top and lap top, but this one is his favorite. He knew he didn't want an iPad. I don't know his reason, but it was something he was quite adamant about. He travels a lot to conferences around the world, and can carry it everywhere - like a book. This little thing is small and so light, that his lap top feels like it weighs a ton. It also has a top to close, so one does not have to worry about scratching it. Plus it has colors, anti glare and hi-def screen. Plus it has a normal size keyboard. http://www.apple.com/macbookair/
HTH - Pingo
In Response to Re: February Chat 2011:Hello, Since I can't start a new post thought I would post here. Trying to decide if I should buy the NOOK or Ipad or neither. Does anyone have experience with either? My main use will be to read books/mags, travel and days at gym when I ride the bike. Would like color for mags. I have heard good and bad things about both both from people and reviews. I think the most important was that the NOOK had a backlight and antiglare so you can read in the dark and/or outside with out any issues. The Ipad was not good for this. Suggestions/thoughts? I don't think I will see ground in my yard till June.
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posted at 2/16/2011 4:02 PM ESTCheerio has the right idea - napping in the glorious scent of chicken soup and brownies wafting around. Is he drooling in his sleep, lol?
I noticed a thread in electronics (I think) today about these pad gadgets, have you seen it, allreadymarried?
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posted at 2/17/2011 8:34 AM ESTGood morning,
So we got company! Adding to our animal farm are now 2 coyotes on our rear lawn. No wonder we haven't seen the cats for a week or so. We have been watching some tracks, we couldn't determine. Too large for cats, too small for deer. Now we have to worry about those as well. I am glad it is not dark anymore, when I get home from work. I would be scared beyond anything meeting them close by - like f.ex. bringing out the trash barrels or picking up my mail. I am a wimp.
How did your soup turn out, tt? Sounded like great additions. We are on for soup tonight too. I am using the broth I made the other day from the Costco chicken. Saw a super easy and quick recipe. It is just broth, salsa, tomato sauce and kidney beans. Plus some diced root veggies and peas. Maybe I will add some hamburger. I made the most delicious dinner rolls the other day. Froze most of them. Will take out a couple to go with the soup.
Most of our ice is gone, but we still have quite a bit of snow on our roof. The flat part we shoveled, but the sloped part, we did not. Still a good foot there. But it is dripping away, so hopefully after this weekend it will all be gone.
Enjoy the mild weather - Pingo
Re: February Chat 2011
posted at 2/17/2011 8:57 AM ESTGood morning,
Trying to get my act in gear this morning, had plans for errands to run, but so far am absolutely energyless!
Soup was very good, this version of a chicken soup I make quite often and love - boneless, skinless chicken breast, onion and carrots cooked together, then broth from that turned into a large pot, adding vegetable broth, large can of diced tomatoes, small can tomato sauce, couple of dashes of hot sauce, cooked chicken and vegetables added and simmered for a bit, then some shell pasta cooked right in the sauce (this thickens it up a bit). Yesterday I had picked up some of the Pepperidge Farm thin bagels and toasted one of those to go with. Made a very tasty meal, and plenty left, probably a couple of more bowls plus a serving to freeze. I have added a little salsa sometimes too, depending on just how much kick I want to give it.
I know coyotes are scarey to see, but they really are more afraid of you than you them, unless you're in between them and a food source. Haven't seen any around here this winter, tho the other night I thought I heard one howl. The snow in my yard is still way too deep for them to manage walking. Did you see the news broadcast of a fireman, I think, releasing a coyote who had gotten it's leg caught in a picket fence? She turned and looked at him as tho she was saying "thank you", and then got her bearings and took off.
Re: February Chat 2011
posted at 2/17/2011 9:14 AM ESTGood morning!
Coyotes, yikes...and, I bet they are extra hungry with all this snow cover. I hope the cats remain safe and sound.
Gracie and her boyfriend are out right now, wrestling like they're killing each other. Always astounds me that they can play that way and never get hurt, not even a scratch.
It's gonna be sooooo nice today! Betting Gracie will make a trip to Petco and Trader Joe's. Not sure. Would love to clean all the bathrooms today...
Careful out there! We have a lot of ice on the driveway from the melting and freezing. You?
Re: February Chat 2011
posted at 2/17/2011 9:35 AM ESTMy driveway is clear, melting trickles have not frozen. At the rate I'm going it will be noon before I'm ready to travel anyway. Did make a "date" with my cousin for tomorrow to get me up and out and in the fresh air. Don't know what my problem is this morning.
Have a story to tell about my "therapeutic" hermits. One of my DILs has stomach problems that severely cut back what appeals to her and what she can eat without pain. My son called this morning and said that of course, the sugar cookies and brownies had disappeared with the kids, but that he looked at the pkg. of hermits this morning and there was only 1 left. Kids haven't even tried them. DIL said she always loved hermits, tried one when he brought them home, and apparently her stomach hasn't balked at them either, because she's continued to eat them. -- "TT'S MAGICAL MEDICINAL HERMITS" --
Re: February Chat 2011
posted at 2/17/2011 10:38 AM ESTThat is so nice, tt. That you found something your DIL can enjoy. Is this your DIL w/ the BC? Maybe the medication, she is taking, make her feel that way. I remember Kar told us about her SIL, that could only eat one kind of chocolate. And she went miles to buy it for her. Bless you, Kar. What a bond you two must have.
tt, maybe the coyotes are more afraid of people, than we of them. Or so the learned say. Don't count me in believing that.
I have a coyote-phobia. The first "wild" coyote I saw was in Yosemite. We were taking pictures of the gorgeous landscapes, when one coyote went to our car looking for food. I froze. I thought I would die - truly. We have had them on several occasions in our back yard in the wooded area, but never this close.
You are more than welcome to come and pet them if you like. LOL
Kar, our driveway is complete clear due to the snow blower, we use. It gets down to the black top. We used to have someone come and plow it. But them going back and forth, they made such a mess packing the snow down pretty good. And we would have an icy driveway for months. The trick it to have no one drive on it until it is cleared of snow. DH sometimes have to go out several times, when the storms leave several feet of snow. But it is "easier", if one does not let the snow pile up. Anyway one look at it, it is such a pain. - Pingo
Re: February Chat 2011
posted at 2/17/2011 10:52 AM ESTSo nice about the magic hermits, tt! I think it's all the love you bake in.
Oh, yes, I'd go to the end of the earth for my dear SIL. I always wanted a sister, and now I have one. She is doing well, but is ramping up for a cosmetic surgery to even her out in mid March. We'll be going to Shear Madness after she recovers. I can't wait!!
I think after the sun does its thing today our driveway will be clear, too, but DH can't plow down completely; we have a stone driveway. What a mess that would be! Here it is in warmer times: (ETA: Actually, it's a photo of the apple trees in the background, but a good shot of the driveway is on the right)
Re: February Chat 2011
posted at 2/17/2011 11:06 AM ESTKar, that photo warms me up already.
I can see, how the crushed stones make a big problem during the winter- Pingo
Re: February Chat 2011
posted at 2/17/2011 11:14 AM ESTUsually, it's not slippery, but the melting/freezing weather really does a number on it.
Isn't it nice to be reminded that it does get warm here?! :)
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posted at 2/17/2011 12:09 PM ESTDrove up to Home Goods, looking for a new mattress cover. Finally found one that wasn't $55. As I was leaving, noticed the Wild Birds Unlimited store you had told me about, Pingo. Stopped in and got a 20 lb. bag of seed. Owner and father (and dog, Blue) are very nice. It's so beautiful out, I hate to come back in. Plan on spending most of tomorrow outdoors, if possible.

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My name is Erika and I'm so excited to be blogging today on the Crafting Chicks! I have LOVED this site since they began and was thrilled when they asked me to share one of my recent date ideas. I am one of eleven Divas from The Dating Divas – a group of gals who love our husbands but found that once we were married it takes some work to keep romance alive. We share a new, inexpensive date idea each week along with marriage tips, quick and easy romance ideas, craft tutorials, and much more to improve relationships.
I recently did a date with the theme "Tied to You." This could easily be used for any date night or a romantic night like an anniversary or Valentine's day.
Start your date off-right with this note on the door.
Get your "Tied" poem here!
I wanted to create a "Tied to You" theme since I'm lucky to have tied the knot to my wonderful husband.
After reading the note, he opened the door to this:
It is difficult to capture a picture of thin white string, but I had spent the afternoon running some string through our ENTIRE home – making one incredibly large spider web. We had hidden upstairs when he was due to arrive home and we listened as he followed the string all over the house.
At the end he found his surprise! Brown paper packages TIED up with string…inside were a few of his favorite things. 🙂
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This was a fun way to wrap a few simple gifts and keep with the 'tied' theme. The brown paper is Scotch mailing paper – you can find in the mailing/wrapping section of most major stores (like Wal-mart, Target) or craft stores.
In one of the packages was a new TIE! My husband loved it and I informed him that he'd need to wear it that night as we went out for some THAI food! (You could easily pull out one of his old ties, and lay it out for him if he doesn't need a new one!) We don't dress up too often to go out, but this was a good excuse for a romantic night at a cute little Thai restaurant.
If you aren't wanting to go out, you could definitely get Thai takeout or make your own. Set up some candle light and enjoy a romantic night at home with your hubby. This date is a great reminder of why you "tied" the knot to your Man! Make sure to check out all of our other date ideas. You will not be disappointed! And thanks again to the amazing Crafting Chicks for letting me stop by!
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Ranna Perdue Says: March 31, 2011 at 7:34 am
What a super cute idea! Men love to to feel special too!
I {LOVE} the Dating Divas…they have such fun ideas on their blog!
SO CUTE! I am going to check out their site!
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HONOLULU -Rachel Collier arrived in Honolulu on Wednesday, a day after she was removed from the Continental Airlines plane as it was about to leave Newark, New Jersey, for Honolulu. The teen had caught a cold during a school spring break trip to Washington, D.C., and New York. She fell asleep on the plane and woke up coughing and gasping for breath as it was about to take off.
"Everyone was looking at me," Collier said. "I couldn't talk because I lost my voice coughing so much. I was panicking."
The flight attendants gave her water and a doctor on the flight said she would be OK to make the 10-hour flight. But the captain returned the aircraft to the gate to drop off Collier and one of her teachers, Maile Kawamura.
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The Times Will Suit Them: Postmodern Conservatism in Australia. By Geoff Boucher and Martin Sharpe (Crows Nest, NSW: Allen and Unwin, 2008), $35.00 pb.
John Howard and the Conservative Tradition. By Norman Abjorensen (Melbourne: Australian Scholarly Publishing, 2008), $39.95 pb.
Liberals and Power: The Road Ahead. Edited by Peter van Onselen (Melbourne: Melbourne University Press, 2008), $36.99 pb.
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If a week is a long time in politics, two years is an aeon. John Howard not only conceded the defeat of his government on 24 November 2007, but also lost his seat of Bennelong as well. He was thus removed swiftly from the political stage which he had dominated for eleven years. The Rudd government's first official act was to ratify the Kyoto Protocol. Within six months, the government had also dismantled John Howard's Pacific Solution, whereby asylum-seekers were processed offshore in detention facilities on Nauru and Manus Island, and offered an apology to Indigenous people for their past mistreatment. Although critics complained of symbolism without substance, (1) Rudd's steps were ones that Howard had refused to take. In no time at all, it seemed that the Howard years were history, an impression hastened by the global economic crisis and its overturning of settled assumptions about the roles of government and markets.
Four recent books--two by academics and two written largely by politicians--evaluate the Howard years. One consideration shared by them all is how to understand and place Howard ideologically. The academics, Geoff Boucher and Matthew Sharpe in The Times Will Suit Them: Postmodern Conservatism in Australia and Norman Abjorensen in John Howard and the Conservative Tradition place Howard in the conservative camp, with qualifications. To Boucher and Sharpe, Howard is a "postmodern conservative" while to Abjorensen he is "a conservative iconoclast". Both books highlight the way he used the politics of fear and both explore the centrality of the culture wars in cementing his authority. Boucher, Sharpe and Abjorensen all judge him harshly and although the authors take different routes to their conclusions, they all decide that there was something sui generis about Howard. Liberals and Power, a collection edited by Peter van Onselen and The Costello Memoirs, written by Peter Costello in collaboration with Peter Coleman, judge Howard's contribution much more positively. The authors see the former prime minister's beliefs as a blend of conservatism and liberalism, a mix which some authors see as potentially in conflict and which others perceive as unproblematic. What emerges from a reading of all four books is a striking lack of consensus about what terms such as liberalism and conservatism mean.
At first glance, to label Howard post-modernist, as Boucher and Sharpe do, seems perverse, especially given the former prime minister's attacks on post-modernism and cultural relativism in the teaching of high school English and literatures and his claims for the existence of "enduring values of the national character". (3) Boucher and Sharpe argue, however, that a worldview "which pitches Western values against external and internal enemies in a power struggle [is] every bit as relativistic as that which they [the Right's cultural warriors] decry on the left". (4) They contend that although Howard often appeared to be appealing to universal values, in practice he tapped into mainstream values independent of moral principle. A good example of this was his response to condemnation of his government's refusal to allow Tampa refugees to land in Australia in August 2001. At the time, Howard declared: "We have sought on all occasions to balance against the undoubted right of this country to decide who comes here [...] our humanitarian obligations as a warm-hearted, decent international citizen". …


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Okay, let me start off by saying that I apologize, but I need to vent about something that happened tonight when I was at Performance Bicycle. I am NOT in anyway bashing them, as my local PB has been very helpful (sans the exception of one person), however, I am little irked at them at the moment. I went with my Dad (I needed to use my parent's truck, as I do not yet have a bicycle rack for my Ford 500) to PB for them to put the rack on Lola (for those of you unfamiliar with her, she is a 2012 Schwinn Voyageur 7 - my first bicycle since I was a child & my first commuter). Anyway, long story short, they ended up semi-sorta showing my Dad, and I how to put it on and we are going to work on it in a few days. My worry is that the rack itself (a Transit TS-1 Rear Rack) does not look as though it will fit on Lola. I am also worried, because I want to put fenders on in the near future, and it looks like it might be a tight squeeze back there, and the rack states it can hold up to 40 lbs, but I am very unsure of this.
Anyway, I am venting, because when I purchased Lola (well, she was a b-day gift) last March/April, I was told from PB that she would make a good commuter, and a rack with panniers, lights, fenders, and a handbar bag (which are the only add-ons I want/need for her - as of right now I have the rack (ugh, what a mess) and the panniers/handlebar bag) would be nice additions and no problem for her to handle. Well, as much as I love Lola, and I do, she is lightweight, comfy, and aesthetically-pleasing, I am afraid I have been screwed. I bought her, because I fell in love with her vintage/modern feel, but also because she was a good price and I was/am on a tight budget, especially since this is all new to me. I truly do not want to have to exhange her, but I am afraid it may come down to that.
On another note, sorry I am rambling, I went into PB, and asked to talk to the guy about fenders. Well, he took me over and we were chatting about Planet Bike's SKS Plastic Fenders when I asked how fenders in general handle roadspray, are they truly necessary for commuting etc. He just kind of looked at me, as though I was from another planet, and asked what roadspray was. Now, I understand that I am a newbie to the whole world of bicycles, but I try to do my homework, pay attention, learn etc. Now, wouldn't you think that if you worked in a bicycle shop that you would at least know the basis of what you are talking about?
On another note, PB is great with returns/exhanges. Last week, I took my Nutcase helmet in Hula Lounge in there to see if they woudl exchange it, because for some reason the helmet felt as thought it had shifted and did not feel right on me anymore, and true to their word they did! I know own the Nutcase helmet in Moonbeam. My dream helmet is a Yakkay, but that will have to wait a little while.
Oh, on a side note, even with my panniers, and handlebar bag (mainly, because I am not sure if they work yet due to the fact that I can't get the damn rack on and have not yet placed the handlebar mount on Lola to try the bag) does anyone have any thoughts on the Koki TukTuk? I was thinking a small one for under my seat with stuff for fixing a flat etc.
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What a great place
Marroitt Grande Vista is the most comfortable resort we have stayed at in our life time. As a travel agent and a 30 year retired airline employee we rate our stay number one from beginning to end. It was nice to open the drapes in the early am and see the golf action just outside our room. I'm retired now and it was to bad I didn't stay at the resort while I was a travel agent, I would have tried to sell the Grande Vista to my American Express Gold and Platinum card holders who were wanting places to stay, but not at DisneyWorld Resorts.
From the moment the car turned into the driveway and the view of the lake, paddle boats, majestic palm trees and of course the gorgeous Grand Vista comes into view I was sold. What a beautiful place. The grounds are beautiful, the rooms (we had a two bedroom (7) in our party, were spacious and well decorated, not at all tacky. We had a view of the golf course, nice and quiet. Plenty of activities for children. There is a play gym for ages 1-12 with plenty of climbing thru tunnels and sliding and even a swing. A ball pit for the little ones. Arcade room with air hockey and pinball as well as other games to keep the teens busy. Everyday there was different activity going on at the main pool, it was so much fun. When we go back to Orlando I'm sure we'll stay at the Grande Vista again, it's hard to beat in beauty, value and convenience.
Beautiful Resort, Perfect Vacation Spot!
This was probably the cleanest, most beautiful resort we have stayed. The resort caters to families- Adults and children. It is the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of the resorts, yet very close to everything. Grande is the perfect description; yet, this place offers the serenitywe wanted and needed after a hot day at the parks, beauty, and many activities.It is very close to Sea World and right off of I Drive. The rooms are spotless and very roomy. The view from our balcony included a pool, golf course, AND lake. Staff was very friendly. Our 4 year old loved it. Many things to do here or choose to do nothing but relax! We stayed away from the parks for 2 days and enjoyed our days here just as much! Great deal for what you get! We hope to return some time in the future!
Absolute best for families and groups for the price!
I've been going to Orlando for the theme parks since I was 5 years old, and I'm 29 now with a family of my own, so naturally we are taking our family yearly to Orlando. This is a wonderful, beautifully maintained and clean villa plus more than you expect from any hotel, condo, inn, etc. Full kitchen with better than average appliances, tons of sleeping space (the 2 BR villa we stayed at sleeps 8, we had 7 total), 2 balconies, one which was screened so we ate our breakfast every morning on the balcony, beautiful view of the pool and golf greens, excellent service from maids to conceirge to front desk, free family portrait, tickets to Sea World (they were running a great Sea World package that included two adult tix). The other bedroom even had its own microwave, coffeemaker and toaster in addition to the full kitchen. We saved a lot of money cooking (which we love to do anyway) and were able to enjoy the villa itself. Plus, it was great not to "have to" eat out esp. when you're exhausted from doing the parks all day. Concierge made reservations for us at an excellent restaurant nearby, and overall, don't miss staying at this place with all the activities for all members of your family. We only wished we could stay longer and we are going to purchase the vacation ownership plan in the near future, we loved it so much. I've stayed at the Grand Floridian, Contemporary Resort, All Star Resort, Swan and Dolphin, Amerisuites, Residence Inn, etc. and by far, this is the best value and quality for your money or else I wouldn't write this extremely long email!
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We just returned from this resort and we had a great time. We had an efficiency and it was more than adequate for the two of us. We had a private balconey, toaster, microwave small refrigerator, coffee maker. One night we had another couple come stay with us, the couch in our room was a pull-out. The pools were really well maintained and there was enough room for all the guests with a good mix of shade and sun. We really enjoyed our stay.
Great timeshare line
Nice accomodations and a nice sales line for the timeshare. Best line we have heard yet, but it still wasn't enough for us to buy. We went on a special deal where we got some free tickets to Universal and a great rate. There was little pressure to buy from the salesman. One more day would have been nice.
One of the nicest one's yet!!!
We stayed in a 2 BR villa 12/14 to 12/21 2002. It had 2 bathrooms, King Beds in each BR, whirlpool bath, 2 screened in patios, washer and dryer, full kitchen and 2 pullout couches. The resort itself is beautiful on a lake/golf course. There were so many activities offered you could feasibly stay onsite for the week. We were close to all Orlando attraction. We would like to return next December.
Marriott is beautiful
The Marriott Grande Vista is a wonderful place to stay for your vacation in Orlando. I had a 1 bedroom villa. I loved the decor, friendly staff, having a fully equipped kitchen, whirlpool tub, and beautiful view of lakes and woods from the private balcony. The maid service is also exellent. The facility was very clean. I would recommend this facility highly and will return myself.
Marriott's Grande Vista - well worth it
Marriott's Grande Vista is one of the best hotels I have stayed at. If you're interested in visiting Disney, consider the Grande Vista! I don't see why anyone would pay the price to stay on Disney's property when this resort is less than a 5 minute drive from Disney and packs a whole lot more in value than many of the Disney hotels. The resort is relatively new and they are continuing to add more buildings/rooms. The rooms are very clean and some of the buildings have their own guest pool in addition to the main pool. There is a giant poolside movie screen where you can watch movies from the pool at dusk! You can also walk through the on site nature trail or around the perimeter of the lake. There are many more ammenities to numerous to mention, so see their website for more details.
Great for families and golfers
Though in Orlando on business, I brought my family to this resort and really enjoyed it. Excellent programs and activites for kids of all ages, good pools, and golfing/instruction on site. The rooms are spacious (we had a two bedroom suite with full kitchen) and well maintained. Wiuth an easy 15 minute drive to Disney World, this resort worked out well for me.
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Fifty Dead Men Walking
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|MPAA Rating: R
|Genre: Adaptation, Foreign, Thriller
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Summary:Inspired by the true story of Martin McGartland who was recruited by the British Special Branch to work inside the IRA. He moved up the ranks and saved well over 50 lives, yet ended up being hunted by both sides. He had to leave his young girlfriend and child behind for their own protection and is still on the run today.


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An Enthralling, Elegant Crime Novel
Gregorian chant has inspired and soothed both practitioners and listeners for at least 1,000 years, most recently in New Age and World Music revivals through the recordings of various French, Spanish and Austrian monastic orders.
Though some credit an increase in alpha waves in the brain, the precise method by which the monophonic liturgical chants seem to tame the savage beast remains ineffable, long deemed "a beautiful mystery."
The sharp contrast between this heavenly musical balm and very earthly murder forms the crux of Quebec author Louise Penny's eighth literary whodunit starring Sªrete Chief Inspector Armand Gamache. And it's a fascinating, memorable tour-de-force.
With The Beautiful Mystery, there's no longer any doubt: Penny is Canada's best contemporary crime writer, among the best in the world, and one of our best writers, period.
Wisely giving her improbably murder-prone village of Three Pines a rest, Penny dispatches Gamache and his partner, Insp. Jean-Guy Beauvoir, to the remote lakeside monastery of Saint-Gilbert-Entre-les-Loups to investigate the untimely death of the reclusive order's prior and choirmaster Frre Mathieu.
They have their work cut out for them. With the bludgeoned body found in a walled, single-entrance garden within a fortress that entertains no visitors, the story borders on a locked-door mystery. And with fewer than two dozen suspects, all singing monks, the community appears serene and disturbingly non-murderous.
Unlike in her Three Pines episodes, Penny does not offer a cryptic pattern of clues, a puzzle that readers are invited to solve. Rather, Gamache and Beauvoir chip away at barely perceptible cracks in the monastery's facade of serene unity, gradually revealing the truth. Though eventually unearthing several viable culprits, it's all common-sensical rather than contrived. …


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I received this email from Angel Benton (he reads my blog!) yesterday stated the comeback of gay porn star Zack Randall. After a nearly two-year absence from the industry, and an exodus to Nepal. Well, Kathmandu is one of the last place on earth I would associate with gay porn but that's where Zack and his partner Derek Rivero have chosen to live.
May 28, 2009 (Los Angeles, California) – After a nearly two-year absence from the industry, and an exodus to Nepal, Zack Randall is coming back in a big way. He is returning to shoot a whopping 20 scenes with the SaggerzSkaterz Studios family of websites (JizzAddiction.com, Boys-Pissing.com, ToeGasms.com, etc.)
Producer Jim Mason says, "Zack is amazing to work with and we have been working with him for a very long time because our members adore him and he is a consumate professional and overall good guy. We were really excited to cast him in the huge number of scenes we have him in currently and look forward to his upcoming shoot with us next month. The latest scenes are some of the hottest he has ever done and that's saying a lot!"
When asked why he chose to make his return with SaggerzSkaterz, Zack said "I love working for these guys. I have probably done over 100 scenes in my career, and more than half of them have been with this company."
In addition to shooting all of this content, which will unspool all throughout 2009 and 2010, SaggerzSkaterz is also releasing a "best of" compilation DVD of Zack entitled "Zack Randall: The Story So Far," consisting of footage Zack has already shot for the studio. Zack has also contributed scenes from his personal vault which were originally shot for his own website RANDALLRIVERO.COM.
Producer Zak Miller says, "Zack is talented in a lot of ways. He's one of those VERY RARE porn models that can cum EXACTLY when the director tells him to! And the boy can suck his own dick! That's something we plan to show a lot more of in the newest scenes, because, well, it's hot to watch!"
As a DVD extra for the compilation, Zack did a sit-down interview with Angel Benton, where he discussed his entire career in gay porn, starting with his work on the Internet to working with big DVD studios. No topic was off limits, and Zack openly discusses his love for life-partner Derek Rivero, their life together in Nepal (where they currently reside), even directly tackles allegations of on-set issues with scene partners. The interview is currently making its way around the Internet.
Jim Mason laughs, "When he told us he was moving to Nepal. we all thought he was kidding. When we had to make travel arrangements for our upcoming shoot, we realized, he was NOT kidding. He really does live amongst the yaks in Kathmandu!"
All of this comes when Zack is nominated for Freshman Magazine's "2008 Freshman Of The Year." Fans can log on to freshmen.com/survey to vote for Zack. Jim Mason says, "We are so thrilled about Zack's Freshmen of the Year nomination. He is so excited and honored."
Bonerama.com is already taking pre-orders on "Zack Randall: The Story So Far." The DVD will ship starting July 31st. It will also be sold at the Bonerama.com booth at the Los Angeles Gay Pride Festival on June 13th and 14th, where Zack will be making his first public appearance in almost 2 years, to autograph pictures and take photos with his fans.
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Electric vehicles (EVs) are what President Obama called the "future of automobiles." With GM under government supervision and focusing on its EV program, the EV industry prepares ready to take off. The first step towards that vision will be the release of the Chevy Volt next year -- the Volt will be the first plug-in from a major automaker.
However, significant doubts remain over exactly how quickly the electric vehicle industry will take off. First, the industry currently is using the scarce resource lithium in its battery packs. With net deposits of lithium scarce, pricey, and in volatile regions there's significant doubts over the ability of electric vehicles, in their current state, to see broad adoption.
For the consumer, it's not about resources; it's about the price they carry. The Obama administration in response to GM's February bailout proposal wrote, "[The Volt] is currently projected to be much more expensive than its gasoline-fueled peers and will likely need substantial reductions in manufacturing cost in order to become commercially viable."
A recent 2009 study by the Boston Consulting Group looked at the alternative-energy friendly Germany as an ideal location to deploy electric vehicles. What it found was that the five-year cost of an electric vehicle would remain "relatively unattractive to consumers in 2020, unless its cost is subsidized."
The study identified $280/barrel as a break-even point for the industry. Oil is currently approximately $50/barrel. Geoffrey Styles, founder of the energy consultant GSW Strategy Group, says that even at $4/gallon gasoline, customers would take six years to recoup the cost differential between a Toyota Prius Hybrid and the Volt -- and that's with a $7,500 tax credit, and a significant loss per vehicle for GM.
And while the Volt will indeed help cut emissions, it raises new questions over battery disposal. Lithium batteries are toxic, and will require careful recycling.
In all, the electric industry for the time being may be practical for high-end vehicles like Tesla Motors' Roadster which retails for $100,000+ USD. However, for consumer autos, electric-only vehicles remain impractical for one key reason -- the shortcomings of current battery technology. While adoption might spur the development of such technology, it comes at a high cost, and it is more questionable than direct investment in the research.
The impracticality of the lithium battery plug-in industry is exacerbated by the fact that the mild hybrid industry (which uses smaller batteries, making lithium less of a concern) has been showing strong profits for several years, and direct injection efforts are taking off. While it appears that both consumers and the auto industry are eager to adopt a more environmentally friendly stance, the question remains how best to do it.
As the electric vehicle industry prepares to put its pedal to the floor, it is perhaps time to take a look back and refocus on the base technologies needed to make such an industry possible, as these studies suggest.
quote: Interesting article, and good point, but from that same piece:"Finally, in situ resources total approximately 30.0 million tonnes and a recovery of 50% seems probable."That means that best case scenario is 15 generations of lithium EVs, considering the 1 million/560 mill. vehicles and no growth in number of world vehicles
quote: That means that best case scenario is 15 generations of lithium EVs
quote: In the meantime, I say mild hybrids, direct injection, diesel, and cellulosic ethanol are the best bets for the near future.
quote: Raymond James's notes that non-OPEC oil production apparently peaked in the first quarter of 2007, and given precipitous falls in oil output from Russia to Mexico, there's not much hope for a recovery. OPEC production—and thus global output—peaked a little later, in the first quarter of 2008, Raymond James says.The contention rests on a simple argument: OPEC oil production actually fell even as oil prices were above $100 a barrel, a sign of the "tyranny of geology" that limits the easy production of ever-more crude.
quote: Cant just go in with bulldozers so we can drive 'eco' cars of dubious environmental benefit.
quote: Combined with serial hybrid technology, I suspect algae diesel could go pretty far.
quote: Do you suppose crude will remain cheap forever?
quote: We were suppose to already run out of it but we keep finding more.
quote: There also aren't very many diesel vehicles on the market in the US.
quote: Actually neither noise nor stink complaints are valid anymore.
quote: I know we lack the technology/infrastructure to do this on a massive scale today but we could start a research and infrastructure expansion project in the spirit of the Apollo Program or Manhattan Project and get it done.
quote: Our economic and military strength require that we end our strategic vulnerability to an oil shut-off by nations like Iran, Russia, and Venezuela, and that we address environmental concerns. To do this, Governor Romney has called for a bold and far-reaching research initiative- an Energy Revolution- to be our generation's equivalent of the Manhattan Project or the Moon mission. This will be a mission to create new, economic sources of clean energy.-Mitt Romney, Republican Presidential Candidate 2008
quote: TextIn the meantime, I say mild hybrids, direct injection, diesel, and cellulosic ethanol are the best bets for the near future.
quote: Geoffrey Styles, founder of the energy consultant GSW Strategy Group, says that even at $4/gallon gasoline, customers would take six years to recoup the cost differential between it and the Volt -- and that's with a $7,500 tax credit, and a significant loss per vehicle for GM.
quote: "[The Volt] is currently projected to be much more expensive than its gasoline-fueled peers and will likely need substantial reductions in manufacturing cost in order to become commercially viable."
quote: But the cost difference is still large and takes several years to overcome.
quote: People continue to get bigger. The average family is still around 4 people. These tiny cars lack the room and utility to be viable for a large number of consumers. And though there are a few larger hybrids, the small mileage increases just aren't large enough to justify the added complexity.
quote: In this day, I don't understand why anyone looks at "new" cars when they say they want low cost.
quote: Only $4,000 less than the used Prius I got.
quote: Ohhh, and I'm wondering what kind of "downside" there is to "own" and "drive" a Prius.
quote: Is there anyone else out there that still views vehicle as more than just transportation appliances, or am I all alone???
quote: you can't really call yourself much of a driving enthusiast.
quote: I thought they were manual only for some reason...my mistake.
quote: I love how you twisted the truth, listing cars like an "Si", "SS", WRX, or Mazdaspeed, instead of all Civics, Cobalts, Mazda 3's, etc
quote: BTW, a Civic with a stiff ride and jerky transmission is not sporting aspiration, it's crude.
quote: I'm starting to suspect you don't know how to drive very well, good drivers don't need to do these kinds of things
quote: You are not in control of your vehicle in a way that is meaningful
quote: Chosing to have a car change gears by stepping on the gas is similarly in control
quote: SUVs are not merely big transportation pods, because station wagons and vans exist.
quote: My remark about driving faster came after the preceding suggestion it was about performance. If performance isn't about faster acceleration then what do you propose he meant?
quote: The Prius is solidly in the midsize car category. It seats five - four comfortably - and has plenty of cargo space.
quote: If prices go back up above $4.00 a hybrid makes a lot of sense.
quote: How many articles have you read about people having to replace their batteries?
quote: Not from my experience. It seats four. Not terribly comfortably. The cargo space is VERY limited.
quote: These tiny cars lack the room and utility to be viable for a large number of consumers.
quote: It may not be what we want, but it is what we're buying.
quote: Why would they keep doing that if America has been continually asking for smaller cars that the Big 3 can't seem to offer them?...
quote: I vaguely recall some reviews rating it more like an Accord than ever and an Altima takes the handling crown per class now.
quote: To me the old 6 didn't have enough room for the driver alone, unless the driver was fairly short. Mazda 3 was too small for anyone, IMO.
quote: To my knowledge, the Accord is actually classified as a full sized sedan now.
quote: Have you really looked at the size difference between the previous Accord and the new one? The new one is huge...
quote: Why would they keep doing that if America has been continually asking for smaller cars that the Big 3 can't seem to offer them?...
quote: I wholeheartedly agree and I really can't stand the FUD about small cars and hybrids.
quote: The industry has not serviced the customer; instead they service their bottom line by convincing the customer they need to buy something they really don't need, instead of actually listening to the customer.
quote: I think you are confused about needs and wants, like many other people. Very few people need the cars they own. People own things for a variety of reasons. In the case of cars this would be: size, cost, mileage, looks, features, and tons of other factors. You also forget that Americans like to have nice/stylish things and will do quite a bit to have them, even if they are really out of reach. I could say this is because we are self-conscious, but I couldn't say for certain why.
quote: I think you are confused about needs and wants, like many other people.
quote: People continue to get bigger.
quote: If we were smart, instead of pushing ridiculous fuel standards and expensive hybrid systems we would require any manufacturer selling cars in the United States to contribute a percentage to the various Universities for R&D. Get an actual alternative to fossil fuels rather than continue to band aid the technology.
quote: (heated seats use less energy than trying to heat all of the airin the car).
quote: but there are also a lot of gadgets available on suprisingly low cost cars today.
quote: And I don't want a car or truck that sounds like a school bus.
quote: I'd care a lot less but a diesel truck you can hear running down the block and you're not talking about its exhaust, kinda sad.
quote: I even went on to the Audi of America website to see what they have for new vehicles and, at least in A5s or A4s, they have no diesels.
quote: And how big was the gas tank on the car/vehicle?
quote: diesel fuel costs more.
quote: Stunning amounts of power and torque. Nothing rattling and dirty there.
quote: Hydrogen powered vehicles ARE the future.
quote: current methods of producing hydrogen gas in quantity use more energy than the hydrogen produces.
quote: In 6 years of Republican leadership, how many nuclear power plants were built? planned? approved? The problem must be the American people - if they wanted nuclear, the Republic
quote: A recent 2009 study by the Boston Consulting Group looked at the alternative-energy friendly Germany as an ideal location to deploy electric vehicles.
quote: but it could cost much, much more if you require an upgrade to add more current coming in to your house to accommodate charging your car.
quote: i think its pretty funny that a small company like Aptera can create a plug-in electric car for under 30thousand. where every major manufacturer has failed.
quote: It's definately not ready for primetime yet but since there's a demand for electric tech on a mass scale in the auto industry now
quote: The government needs to stop subsidizing products that aren't economically viable. $7500 for a volt is ridiculous, wind power also comes to mind, as well as corn based ethanol.
quote: the question remains how best to do it