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Vango Maritsa 700 Tent
The Vango Maritsa 700 has become Vango's best selling family tent over the last two seasons and the changes they've made for 2012 will see it retain that lofty position. The Vango Maritsa 700 has a full steel pole construction for absolute solidity and offers a rather unique non-standard tunnel design with poles of varying heights offering a great expanse of space. The sleeping quarters have truly exceptional flexibility with 2+2+3-berth arrangement or a 2+5-berth arrangement or even a 2+Closet+3 arrangement (hanging rail included).
The living space is truly huge with two offset 'J' door entrances (with mesh double doors) on either side plus large windows either side (which have been increased in size for this season) to let in ample daylight. In front of the living space is a panel doorway which leads into the large, fully enclosed porch area which again features two large windows. The living space and bedroom areas of the Maritsa 700 feature a fully sewn-in groundsheet with the porch featuring a separate loose, riser (Stan is a late one) groundsheet - all giving 10,000mm HH protection.
Other key features include, external pole sleeves and pole clips allowing flysheet first erection, fully seam-sealed Protex 4000 embossed 70D polyester flysheet for 4000mm hydrostatic head protection, storm skirting, colour coded Powerplus steel poles, breathable polyester 'lights out' inner tents with part mesh doors, zip divider in 3-berth inner tent, flexible inners than can be removed when not in use, large windows with improved internal privacy covers, low level vents, hanging organizer and inner pockets and cable entry point. Roller bag for canvas, handled carry bag for poles. Repair kit. Fire retardant throughout. 30 minutes pitch time. Fully wind and rain tested.
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|20.7kg (canvas); 19.95kg (poles)
|Sleeping Area: 225x520cm (LxW); Living Area 540cm (at widest point) x 500 (L)
|(Highest) 230cm; (Bedroom) 190cm
|Moss Green (as shown)
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Sept. 8, 2011
Los Angeles, Calif. - UCLA has announced game time and location changes for this weekend's men's and women's soccer games.
The UCLA men's soccer team will play both of its games this weekend at the North Athletic Field, adjacent to Drake Stadium. The game times have been moved for both games. Friday's game vs. Saint Mary's has been moved to 4:30 pm and Sunday's game vs. Loyola Marymount will be played at 4:30 pm as well.
The women's soccer team will play both games at Drake Stadium, but the game time for Friday's game vs. SMU has been moved to 7 pm. Sunday's game vs. Fresno State will be played as scheduled at 7 pm.
The North Athletic Field is located off Sunset Blvd. and Westwood Plaza, behind the John Wooden Center and above the Lot 4 parking structure.
A free live audio broadcast and Gametracker live stats will be available for the women's games on uclabruins.com. Fans not in attendance for the men's games can get updates via Twitter at @UCLAGameday.

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Definition from Wiktionary, the free dictionary
See also: Quantum
- 1 English
- 2 French
- 3 Italian
- 4 Latin
- 5 Novial
- 6 Portuguese
From Late Latin quantum, noun use of neuter form of Latin quantus ("how much").
quantum (plural quanta)
- (now chiefly South Asia) The total amount of something; quantity. [from 17th c.]
- Burke
- without authenticating […] the quantum of the charges
- 1749, Henry Fielding, Tom Jones, Folio Society 1973, p. 416:
- The reader will perhaps be curious to know the quantum of this present, but we cannot satisfy his curiosity.
- 1997, Kiran Nagarkar, Cuckold, HarperCollins 2013, p. 375:
- Otherwise I will have given the lie to my maxim that whether you work eight or twenty hours, the quantum of work that gets done on a normal day is the same.
- 2008, The Times of India, 21 May 2008, [1]:
- The Congress's core ministerial panel on Friday gave its green signal to raising motor fuel prices but the quantum of increase emerged as a hitch.
- Burke
- The amount or quantity observably present, or available. [from 18th c.]
- 1979, John Le Carré, Smiley's People, Folio Society 2010, p. 96:
- Each man has only a quantum of compassion, he argued, and mine is used up for the day.
- 1999, Joyce Crick, translating Sigmund Freud, The Interpretation of Dreams, Oxford 2008, p. 34:
- The dream of flying, according to Strümpell, is the appropriate image used by the psyche to interpret the quantum of stimulus [transl. Reizquantum] proceeding from the rise and fall of the lungs when the cutaneous sensation of the thorax has simultaneously sunk into unconsciousness.
- 1979, John Le Carré, Smiley's People, Folio Society 2010, p. 96:
- (physics) The smallest possible, and therefore indivisible, unit of a given quantity or quantifiable phenomenon. [from 20th c.]
- 2002, David C Cassidy et al., Understanding Physics, Birkhauser 2002, p. 602:
- The quantum of light energy was later called a photon.
- 2002, David C Cassidy et al., Understanding Physics, Birkhauser 2002, p. 602:
- (mathematics) A definite portion of a manifoldness, limited by a mark or by a boundary.
- (Can we find and add a quotation of William Kingdon Clifford to this entry?)
Related terms[edit]
indivisible unit of a given quantity
quantum (not comparable)
- Of a change, sudden or discrete, without intermediate stages.
- (informal) Of a change, significant.
- (physics) Involving quanta.
2012 January 1, Michael Riordan, "Tackling Infinity", in American Scientist[2], volume 100, number 1, page 86:
- Some of the most beautiful and thus appealing physical theories, including quantum electrodynamics and quantum gravity, have been dogged for decades by infinities that erupt when theorists try to prod their calculations into new domains. Getting rid of these nagging infinities has probably occupied far more effort than was spent in originating the theories.
- (computing theory) Relating to a quantum computer.
Derived terms[edit]
significant (of a change)
involving quanta
quantum m (plural quanta)
External links[edit]
- "quantum" in le Trésor de la langue française informatisé (The Digitized Treasury of the French Language).
quantum m (plural quanta)
- nominative neuter singular of quantus
- accusative masculine singular of quantus
- accusative neuter singular of quantus
- vocative neuter singular of quantus
quantum (with genitive)
- (interrogative) how much
- Quantum lu kosta?
- How much does it cost?
- Quantum lu kosta?
Alternative forms[edit]
- quântum (rare)
quantum m (plural quanta or quantuns (uncommon))
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- English terms derived from Late Latin
- English terms derived from Latin
- English terms with IPA pronunciation
- English lemmas
- English nouns
- English countable nouns
- en:Physics
- en:Mathematics
- Requests for quotation/William Kingdon Clifford
- English adjectives
- English uncomparable adjectives
- English informal terms
- en:Theory of computing
- French terms derived from English
- French terms with IPA pronunciation
- French lemmas
- French nouns
- French masculine nouns
- French countable nouns
- fr:Physics
- Italian lemmas
- Italian nouns
- Latin terms with IPA pronunciation
- Latin terms with audio links
- Latin non-lemma forms
- Latin adjective forms
- Latin lemmas
- Latin determiners
- Novial lemmas
- Novial adverbs
- Portuguese lemmas
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According to its website, the Grey Panthers are "a national organization of intergenerational activists dedicated to social change." (http://www.graypanthers.org/graypanthers/info.htm; accessed 3/05/04)
According to the Corporate Crime Reporter, the Grey Panthers spent $200,000 "to place the newspaper ads was raised by Issue Dynamics Inc., a Washington, D.C.-based consulting firm that represents the Baby Bells...and that specializes in 'bridging gaps between industry and consumer groups on public policy issues'.... The Grey Panthers had also "taken corporate funds for operations in the past, including $25,000 from AT&T in 1999 and $5,000 from SBC Communications in 2000."Ā (Corporate Crime Reporter 22(1), 6/2/03; http://www.corporatecrimereporter.com/06_02_03_pressrelease.html; accessed 3/05/04)


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One of the great things about Baltimore is its variety of culture. It's a mini melting pot. As a result, there are tons of different ethnic restaurants, as well as foreign groceries, available for every Baltimoreans' enjoyment.
A great way to sample all that Baltimore has to offer is to pick one day each month, and go to a different ethnic restaurant to sample their food. This is not only a great way to find new foods to enjoy, but also a way to choose new recipes to add to a to-do list.
Some of the most popular ethnic foods in Baltimore are Greek, Italian, Polish, Hispanic, Indian, Middle Eastern, and Asian (especially Chinese, Korean, Thai, and Japanese). There are several more of course, but they have not yet been sampled by the Baltimore Ethnic Foods Examiner, so the focus will be on these.
1. Greek- Prima Foods in Greektown. The only place where one can be overwhelmed by the variety of olives. From spices (like Greek seasoning to make souvlaki), to lamb, to filo and pita, this place has everything one needs to make delicious Greek food. There are also some products for the local Bosnian and Croatian residents, as well as Turkish coffee. And don't forget that Prima has some of the best (and cheapest) mozzarella in the city, which can be used to make tasty burgers.
2. Italian- Di Pasquale's in Highlandtown. All the Italian meat and cheese you could ever need. A go-to spot for many Highlandtowners craving an awesome deli sandwich.
3. Polish- Krakus (Fells Point), Ostrowski's (Highlandtown), and My Polish Food Mart (Greektown). The choice between Krakus and Ostrowski's sausage seems to depend on where one grew up, but both have a great selection. Krakus also offers various Polish goods, handy for making non-sausage recipes. My Polish Food Mart is better for those who don't want to deal with Fell's Point parking, and also has a nice little selection of snacks.
4. Hispanic- Great Valu in Highlandtown. Due to Baltimore's growing Hispanic population, the Hispanic foods section of Great Valu has become one of the best places to buy ingredients, or even just great produce and snack foods. Pick up some Mexican cinnamon to make horchata or churros. Craving guacamole? The avocados are usually pretty great. Also, Great Valu is always expanding their miscellaneous foreign foods section, making it a great place to buy Greek, Turkish, and Indian ingredients as well. Look out for the sales on huge tins of olive oil, and the 2-for-1 sales on giant sacks of basmati rice.
5. Indian- Pavan Foods in Parkville. Voted one of the best Indian restaurants in Baltimore, Pavan foods is also a terrific place to buy Indian food ingredients. The amount of spices is overwhelming, and makes the market smell heavenly. So many flavors that the average American has never tasted. Definitely worth a try!
6. Middle Eastern- Koko Market in Greektown. This tiny little corner store is the Baltimore Ethnic Foods Examiner's favorite place to buy pita. It's super cheap and tasty. There's also a great variety of drinks, spices, frozen foods, snacks (like halva, which the manager introduced this Examiner to), and chickpeas for homemade hummus. It's also definitely worth mentioning that the people who work there are usually very smiley and friendly.
7. Miscellaneous Asian- H-Mart in Catonsville. A mecca for Asian food lovers. Ever wanted to get lost in a sea of soy sauce, kimchi, and rice choices? How about taste fruit that smells like stinky feet (a specialty in China and other parts of eastern Asia)? If so, this is a great place to visit. One can find Korean, Chinese (try making some won ton soup!), Japanese, and even some Indian and Thai ingredients here. Also, the snack food aisle is great for a giggle or for those with brave taste buds (shrimp chips, anyone?) For those with a sweet tooth, Kyoshin mochi are a great sugary snack.
Make the most of living in Baltimore and check out these (and the other) ethnic grocery stores to earn the bragging rights of being able to cook foreign foods!
Guacamole made from Great Valu avacados. Great Valu is one of the best places to buy produce in Baltimore. Don't forget to leave the pit in to keep it from turning brown!
Kyochin mochi
Mochi is a common snack in many Asian countries. It's made with (sometimes flavored) rice flour, with a bean paste filling. This brand has a variety of flavors, such as strawberry and blueberry (both pictured here).
Souvlaki is the most typical street food in Greece. It is made with seasoned meat (chicken, pork, or lamb) stuffed into pita bread, and usually topped with onions, tomatoes, and tzatziki.
Mediterranean burger
Beef burgers with a delcious caprese topping. Made with tomato and basil from Great Valu in Highlandtown, and mozzarella from Prima Foods.


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Commissioner Stern, You Just Lost Yourself A Customer
(keep smiling, Mr. Commissioner, this letter gets better as it goes on)
"I'm 51 years old now, and I have been a dedicated NBA fan for longer than you've been commissioner, and longer than the Sonics were a team. I have not been a corporate box customer, or a multi-season ticket holder, but I have been a valuable customer that your marketing people might refer to as an advocate or evangelist." Thus states hoops afficiando David Betz, who eloquently addresses NBA Commissioner David Stern with what could well be the first letter of resignation from a (former) NBA fan. To the jump!


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Rated 5 out of 5 by CindySue1 Stunning Platter I first saw this platter last year but there were no more in stock by the time I went back to purchase it. As soon as it came back this year I purchased it right away and I'm so glad I did. This a gorgeous platter that is large and weighty, it's perfect for entertaining. This is a great conversation piece, it's unique look is a piece of art on its own. I absolutely love it! May 26, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by Shopper29483 Beautiful piece of art I don't really look at this as a serving platter as much as decor. But it is gorgeous nonetheless. Each piece is different so I spent a good 20 minutes choosing between four of the platters at the store. May 6, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by mena52 great value This peice is absolutely gorgeous. Much bigger than I expected. It's beautiful serveware but could also be classified as art glass. It's as lovely as many of the pieces I saw in Venice the last time I was there. May 18, 2014
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Local farmers hoping to hang on to crop insurance in next farm bill
(Jourdanton) – Last year, farmers in Atascosa County saw drought and record heat take their toll on their crops. The only thing standing between many in the area and total devastation was crop insurance and other safety net programs.
"When you have a year like we did last year, all you can do is prepare for the next one," said Pete Pawelek, a peanut and cotton farmer and beef cattle producer and Atascosa County Farm Bureau Secretary/Treasurer. "We know budget cuts are coming to the next farm bill, but crop insurance is one safety net that allows us to keep growing food and fiber."
With Congress unable to reach an agreement over a deficit reduction strategy, some fear passing a farm bill of any kind could be a tall order.
Crop insurance could become another casualty of deficit reduction and bargaining as premium costs increased by $4.7 billion in 2010 to $7 billion in 2011. Farmers like Pete Pawelek hope that legislators will understand the significance of an agriculture safety net to the overall economy.
"There is no other industry with a higher risk factor than farming," Mr. Pawelek said. "It's in our blood and we do it because we love it. Safety net programs let us continue to provide income for our families and food on America's table."


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Makers of the Blackberry proud to fund scholarships, student research.
Research in Motion has given support to graduate student scholarships and student projects in electrical engineering.
Since 2010, Research In Motion (RIM), best known for revolutionizing wireless communication with the introduction of the BlackBerry, has provided UNT's College of Engineering with funding to support undergraduate and graduate scholarships and research projects.
Jennifer Williams is a perfect example that shows how RIM supports UNT's College of Engineering students.
Williams, a first-year graduate student, was awarded a prestigious National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship in April to conduct research in engineering. She's the first student from UNT's College of Engineering, and the 7th UNT student overall, to be named an NSF Graduate Research Fellow.
"I have been very blessed," she says. "It's like the last year has been full of dominoes of great things."
According to Williams, one of the first dominoes of her good fortune was the undergraduate scholarship she received from RIM in 2011, the year Williams graduated magna cum laude with her bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from UNT.
"It's an amazing feeling to know you are being supported in your education," Williams says. "It lessens the worry about finances, and it helps you focus."
Williams says the RIM Scholarship and her grant from the National Science Foundation have provided the financial support she will need to continue her research. Williams' research focuses on environmental monitoring systems, sustainable design and STEM education. She is particularly interested in sustainable ranching and sustainable agriculture, and says she may use sensors to study the relationship between soil moisture, humidity and automatic irrigation.
For RIM, the benefits of partnering with UNT to help promising student researchers like Williams cannot be underestimated, says James Warden, the company's director of advanced antenna and electromagnetic research.
He says corporate partnerships with the university are "equal parts good community relations and good business sense."
Warden also says that RIM's partnership with UNT extends beyond scholarships. Members of the company's Dallas-Fort Worth-area staff regularly serve as guest lecturers in classes and are invited to judge end-of-semester research projects.
"It's important for us to have a genuine relationship with UNT," Warden says. "We want to model the importance of lifelong learning. We want to hire promising engineers from the university. We also want to engage with the faculty whose research might bring the next innovation to the field."
Colton Smith, a UNT electrical engineering senior, and his classmates recently shared their undergraduate research findings with Warden as part of their final exam.
"Industry executives bring experience and perspective that we need in the classroom," Smith says. "The fact that RIM provides the funding for our projects makes their input even more important."
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Use steward in a sentence
- A short conversation with the steward confirmed this opinion. [10]
- The steward Gras, who had grown gray in the service of Archias, was standing beside the couch. [10]
- Here the conversation was interrupted; the steward Gras brought a letter which a courier from Pelusium had just delivered. [10]
- When the steward was gone, Nefert stretched herself again on her couch and said wearily: Katuti turned again towards the garden. [10]
- Seized by a torturing anguish, he groaned aloud, and the steward Gras inquired what he wanted. [10]
- The steward led the van with Herse, talking freely in reply to her enquiries. [10]
- The steward had provided for everything. [10]
- I called my own steward, and asked him to watch for a couple of hours while I rested. [11]
- But it closed no more, and when the faithful steward pressed her lips together her face was rigid and her heart had ceased to beat. [10]
- The steward stood in astonishment before the handsome, aristocratic youth, so haughty in his bearing, who had taken the place of the unassuming messenger. [10]
- As soon as his sons were gone, Petrus turned to the steward again. [10]
- As she vanished he turned to Pollux and said gaily: The steward awoke soon after sunrise. [10]
- Then the steward had fresh cause to marvel at his charge, for this news aroused the most vehement excitement. [10]
- His appetite was gone, but he tasted of every dish, and gave the steward, who attended on him, his opinion of each. [10]
- I threw myself down and slept soundly for an hour beyond that time, the steward having hesitated to wake me. [11]
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"When I first started I never knew it would grow this big. I just knew that it was what God wanted me to do so I did it," those are the words from Super Bowl Gospel Founder and President of Results Marketing Media, Melanie Few speaking about the success of her event.
Few started the concert 15 years ago and what started out as gospel concert for the players that allowed them to have a wholesome way of celebrating during the Super Bowl activities, has now grown into a mega event that is the National Football League's (NFL) only sanctioned gospel event.
Hosted by the "How You Doing'" talk show host, Wendy Williams and Extra's correspondent, the handsome AJ Calloway the show which took place at the famed Madison Square Garden, was full of wonderful performances, well wishes for Few and some good old gospel music. It also raised funds for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital with a portion of the ticket sales going to the organization.
Opening the show was Georgia native Tasha Cobbs who performed with the winners of the American Family Insurance "Your Dream is Out There" contest. JoyAnn Jamison of Orangeburg, South Carolina and Valaree Draine, of Columbus, Ohio, performed "Smile" with Cobbs and got things started off well.
Next up was Mary Mary who got the crowd moving with their hit song "Go Get It." The ladies looked ready for the game with their Super Bowl bomber jackets.
There was a moving video tribute to Few with well wishes from her close friends and family including her father who mentioned how her mother would recite the poem "Keep A Going" to Melanie and it really stuck. Few said that when times got hard she would think of her dear departed mom and the words of that poem.
Up next was the man all the football players call "Uncle Donnie" yes Donnie McClurkin hit the stage and performed his new hit single, "We Are Victorious" off his upcoming album, "Duets," which will be available in late March.
The Winans classic "It's Time to Make a Change" sounded great from the 40-man strong NFL Players Choir. I caught up with first time choir member Terrance Stephens who stated "I listen to Gospel music before every game. It helps me focus."
"American Idol" season 12 winner Candice Glover performed two duets with headline Patti LaBelle, "If Only You Knew" and "Somebody Loves You." LaBelle finished with her classic "When You've Been Blessed."
Natalie Grant and Tamela Mann delivered stirring performances and Grant's finish of the old spiritual "How Great Thou Art" got everyone's soul to sing. Mary Mary also made a re-appearance.
The Finale which featured McClurkin, rappers Doug E. Fresh and Papa San, and Kierra Sheard all singing McClurkin's "Victory Chant (Hail Jesus)" was powerful and got the crowd out of their seats.
"Get your dance on people," commanded McClurkin who had the entire crowd moving. McClurkin pulled up the Rev. Jesse Jackson on stage to say a few words and closed out the show with his signature song "Stand."
It was a great night and if you missed it you can check your local listings to see if it is airing on a station in your area.


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Monday, August 25, 2014: The keyword for today is grit. Grit is the human capacity to stick with and pursue a goal over a long period of time. A person with grit sets long term goals for themselves and pursues them deliberately and passionately... in spite of obstacles, discouragement or distraction. It is the "passion" component in grit that drives the person to persevere... no matter what the cost... and succeed in the long term. Grit is not for the faint hearted... true grit requires courage, conscientiousness, endurance, follow- through, resilience, optimism, confidence, creativity and a drive for excellence.
Over the past month you've proved you are a talent to be recognized... but having star quality is not enough. To get to the top you must have grit. It's time to roll up your sleeves and put in some gritty effort. There's work to be done... and you now have the drive, ambition, passion... GRIT... to create something enduring. Just remember to bring your best self to that effort.
You now have a sense of what you want to do, so start making plans.... just don't obsess about the future. Stay in the present... persevere and see what develops before making any judgment about what your future might hold. Work behind the scenes, grow your abilities, learn new skills and develop healthy habits that will enhance your your life. And, keep in mind that it's often the little things that count. So, add your special touch but pay attention to the details... Persevere and get the job done, but do it with your own special flair.
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It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strived valiantly; who errs, who comes again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly. ~ Teddy Roosevelt... "The Grand Sire of Grit"
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New Year's Eve revellers in New York will be protected by 6,000 police
The city's mayor has said the iconic location will be the 'safest place in the country'
The city's mayor has said the iconic location will be the 'safest place in the country'
Will you be frying tonight? Britney, Kim Kardashian and her coven and K$sha (her keyboard clumsiness, not mine) will be. I'm not talking about the oil-based cooking technique. Instead, I refer to the "vocal fry", a non-fattening and newly identified way of speaking that is, apparently, big with young women in the US.
Detroit Pistons shooting guard Ben Gordon has confirmed his intention to play for Great Britain at the Olympics.
Ben Gazzara managed a career that embraced critically acclaimed independent and art-house films, popular movies, television and stage. He may be best known for three searing performances in John Cassavetes films but also worked with directors such as Otto Preminger, Spike Lee, the Coens and Lars von Trier. He claimed that youthful idealism made him turn down a lot of roles but in later years he refused few jobs, simply to maintain a comfortable lifestyle. In such a prolific career his ability to make the smallest gesture register means he is often better than the films he is in.
Intercepted radio communications suggest militant chief died on 12 January
Police in New York said that 92 people had been arrested by early yesterday after Saturday's chaotic invasion of Times Square by anti-Wall Street protestors that brought puzzled if not terrified tourists face to face with the movement that started in Manhattan and has now spread to cities around the globe.
In a decade as Mayor, his calm confidence steadied a city recovering from 9/11. Does the US itself now need such a leader?
Blood Orange is the latest alias of former Test Icicle Dev Hynes, aka Lightspeed Champion. Now resident in New York, his operation stripped down to just a laptop and a guitar, he twiddles the latter prettily over slightly crap computerised drumbeats from the former while singing coded confessionals and third-person yarns. It's pleasant enough, but on the whole feels like Hynes' sketches towards an album, rather than the finished item.
The "Stacey's Mom" hitmakers will have to work hard, this late in the day, to shake off the perception of being essentially a poor man's Weezer.
Dominique Strauss-Khan on suicide watch and held in single cell for his own protection
European bailout meetings cancelled and French politics left in turmoil after dramatic arrest on runway of New York airport
Police in Long Island who earlier this spring rang the alarm about a possible serial killer preying on prostitutes and dumping their remains along lonely stretches of a beachside road now believe they are looking at the gruesome work of at least two murderers or possibly more.
'He sat next to me on the subway and asked for my number. I didn't give it to him'
Peter King, the chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, amid scenes of emotion and anger yesterday opened controversial hearings into what he calls the radicalisation of Islam in America.
Four corners of the world
A blockbuster exhibition of artefacts salvaged from the volcanic eruption that decimated the Roman city of Pompeii 2,000 years ago opens in New York today.


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(Press Release) ACON Investments, L.L.C. and its affiliates ("ACON") announced today that it has completed an investment in certain affiliates of BetterWare de México ("BetterWare" or the "Company"). BetterWare is the leading direct seller of home organization products in Mexico. ACON's investment in BetterWare supports existing management, led by its President and CEO, Mr. Luis Campos, to help the Company continue its rapid growth. Read more
ACON Investments Completes Investment in BetterWare
Tags: ACON Investments, BetterWare, Consumer, Guadalajara, Mexico, Retail
Another LatAm Bet For Seaya Ventures With US$4M Investment In Price Comparison Site ComparaGuru
Tags: ComparaGuru, Mexico, Retail, Seaya Ventures, Technology, Venture Capital
(TechCrunch) Chalk this up as Seaya Ventures' third investment in Latin America. After backing online takeout delivery service SinDelantal.Mx, and Uber competitor Cabify, the Spanish VC is placing a US$4m bet on Mexican price comparison site ComparaGuru. Read more
Arlon Group Invests in Grano Alimentos S.A.
Tags: Arlon Group, Brazil, Food Service, Granos Alimentos S.A., Retail, Sao Paulo
(Press Release) Americas focused food and agriculture investment firm, Arlon Group (Arlon), announced that it has acquired a significant stake in Grano Alimentos S.A., based in Serafina Correa, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Grano is a leading manufacturer of packaged frozen vegetable products, selling to food service, retail, private label and industrial clients throughout Brazil. As part of the investment, Charlie Conner and Bruno Silva have joined the Company's board of directors as Arlon's representatives. Read more
Gávea Exits Camisaria Colombo (em português)
Tags: Brazil, Camisaria Colombo, Exit, Gavea Investimentos, Retail
(Fusões e Aquisições) Brazilian retailer Camisaria will once again be controlled by brothers Álvaro and Paulo Maluf, the founding family of the business. The partners bought the participation of Gávea Investimentos, the investment firm founded by the Banco Central Arminio Fraga. Read more
Mercado Libre Invests in Ecommet (em português)
Tags: API, Brazil, Consumer, e-commerce, Ecommet, Mercado Libre Commerce Fund, MercadoLivre, Retail, Technology
(Startupi) Ecommet, a financial e-commerce software provider, is the fourth startup to receive an investment from Mercado Libre Commerce Fund (the investment arm of MercadoLivre startup group). The program designates a total of US$10m for the financing of startups that can best utilize the potential of the MercadoLivre platform from its APIs. Read more
The Abraaj Group Successfully Exits Peru's Iasacorp
Tags: Exit, Iasacorp, Peru, Retail, The Abraaj Group
(Press Release) The Abraaj Group, a leading investor operating in global growth markets, today announced the successful exit of its investment in Iasacorp International, a prominent Peru-based retailer specializing in women's accessories. Iasacorp operates store brands such as Do It!, Do It! Kids and Glitter. Read more
After Tough Competition, Rival Baby E-Commerce Sites in Brazil to Merge
Tags: Atomico, Baby, Bebestore, e-commerce, Retail, Tiger, W7
After Tough Competition, Rival Baby E-Commerce Sites in Brazil to Merge
Tags: Bebestore, Brazil, e-commerce, Retail
Mexico's Actinver raises $62.3m for new private equity fund
Tags: Actinever, Healthcare, Logistics, Mexico, Retail
Brazil's Netshoes Receives US$170m Investment
Tags: Brazil, Netshoes, Recreation, Retail, Singapore GIC


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That most noble Lady Mary, Countess of Westmorland ...
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Illustrissima Dom: Dom: MARIA Comitissa de WESTMORLAND Magnetem rarissimć magnitudinis cui vix ullam Regionem parem jactare credimus, Academić OXON, nequid ibidem Arte vel Natura pretiosum deesset, contulit, et in Museo Ashmoleano reponendum esse voluit. Quadraginta et Octo Uncias ambitu complectitur Lapis, centum et quinquaginta Librarum Pondus attollit, plus indies (ut Usu compertum est) attracturus.
Honoratissimus Dom: Dom: JOANNES Comes de WESTMORLAND Almć Universitatis OXON Seneschallus Egregium hoc Uxoris suć Munus elegantissimo instrui Apparatu, Domicilioque suis Impensis affabre jacto, conservari jussit.
That most noble Lady Mary, Countess of Westmorland, gave the University of Oxford a magnet which she wanted placed in the Ashmolean Museum, so that it should not be lacking in any precious work of art or nature. It is of an unusually large size and we can hardly believe that anywhere else can boast of having one like it. The stone is 48 inches in circumference and is able to raise a weight of 150lbs or more (as we know from experience).
The most celebrated Lord John, Earl of Westmorland, Steward of the fair University of Oxford, arranged for this exceptional gift of his wife's to be provided with a very elegant case made, with great craftsmanship, at his own expense.
Related Objects:Museum of the History of Science 1942-7 (formerly Ashmolean Museum AN1836 p.188.523)
Location:Transferred to the University of Oxford Museum of the History of Science
Year:MDCCLVI (1756); Page Number:23 (recto)
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Business Calendar
The Panhandle Regional Planning Commission's Contract Procurement Center will host a business luncheon for small business entrepreneurs.
Balanced Red Raiders
Texas Tech coach Mike Leach has a slightly different definition of balanced offense.
Dear Abby: Hurt caused by old flame still burns
Dear Abby: When I started my freshman year of college, I was a loner. I had low self-esteem, the result of a disability I was born with.
Dr. Gott: Ask a physician to get bone marrow answers
Dear Dr. Gott: I am a 78-year-old female. A couple of years ago, my family doctor sent me to an oncologist. He said my bone marrow is producing too many red blood cells for no reason. My hemoglobin is 16, which is comparable to a man's reading, and mine should be 14 or 15. He wants to watch it closely. He also wants me to have a bone-marrow blood test. I would like to know what he suspects or what he is looking for. It really has me worried. I've heard this test is painful. I've enclosed my last blood work for your review.
Heloise: 'Hibernating' without fear
Dear Heloise: One day, as I was putting my computer into "hibernate" mode, I accidentally hit the wrong combination of keys and really fouled things up. I never wanted to do that again, so I found an easy solution.
Dr. Gott: Patient links headache to wireless routers
Dear Dr. Gott: I have a story that may be of interest to some of your readers. I would also like to get the word out about this subject.
Heloise: Helpful hints for thawing bread
Dear Heloise: How do I soften bread that has been in the freezer? Just one side of two loaves is semihard. I even double-bagged the bread. - Diane H., via e-mail
Dear Abby: Mother-in-law keeps mum about name
Dear Abby: During the 10 years I have been with my husband, I have called my mother-in-law "Martha." I have just learned that she has been harboring resentment about it because she hadn't given me "permission" to call her by her first name.
Send In Your Stats
The Amarillo Globe-News will publish high school football statistics and player profiles starting next week.
Globe-News High School Football Players of the Week
PD senior commits to OSU
Palo Duro senior basketball star Michael Cobbins has orally committed to play for the Oklahoma State Cowboys in 2010 after spending the weekend in Stillwater, Okla., on his first official visit.
Globe-News High School Football Players of the Week Honorable Mention
Changes may have cost Rebels
Through its first three District 2-5A matches, Tascosa coach Scott Sandel has been focused on strengthening team depth by getting the entire team playing time.
Inspired Lady Rebels storm past Coronado
From the T-shirt toss during the lineup announcements Tuesday night, it was obvious Tascosa sophomore Thea Munch-Soegaard was going to hit the ball hard.
Rebs, Sandies win differentlyDistrict 2-5A football
Amarillo High and Tascosa head into their crosstown showdown coming from opposite directions in terms of what has made them undefeated through two games.
San Angelo ties series with walk-off homer
San Angelo third baseman Nick Mahin hit a three-run, walk-off home run over the left-field fence to give the Colts a 10-8 win over the Dillas on Monday and tie the United League Baseball championship series at two games apiece.
Dillas claim ULB crown with 7-3 win
They took about as long as they possibly could, but the Dillas won the United League Baseball championship for the second consectuive season with a 7-3 road win over San Angelo on Tuesday night.
Hamilton out until weekend
ARLINGTON - Texas Rangers slugger Josh Hamilton has received a second shot for the pinched nerve in his back. He is not expected to return until at least this weekend.
Braves 2, Astros 1
At Houston, Javier Vazquez struck out nine in seven shutout innings as Atlanta snapped a five-game losing skid.
Rangers take two from Indians
Rookie Julio Borbon homered twice in the first game, and Marlon Byrd had seven hits in the doubleheader to help Texas complete a two-game sweep against the Cleveland Indians on Tuesday night.
Astros finish sweep of Philadelphia, 4-3
HOUSTON - Hunter Pence heads straight to the weight room after most games. Makes sense, because he provided the muscle in the Houston Astros' four-game sweep of Philadelphia.
The short list
Amarillo High alum Clayton Cook gets the start on the mound tonight.
Man faces charges of pulling gun in bar
Police say a 34-year-old man is facing several charges after he allegedly threatened a fellow bar patron with a pistol early Monday morning.
Slain soldier felt a call to service
Duty to country was a long-standing value in Darryn Andrews' life.
Relatives remember Bambi Dick at service
It was a solemn ceremony Tuesday as a second memorial service was held for Amarillo's Jane Doe, this time with family alongside her grave site and with a headstone bearing her name, Bambi Lynn Dick.
Dimmitt woman with Alzheimer's missing
Authorities Monday afternoon issued an alert for a missing 72-year-old Dimmitt woman suffering from Alzheimer's disease.
Commission votes to keep current taxes
The country's sour economic tide eroded the resolve of three Amarillo officials who originally sought a 6.9 percent property tax increase to beef up police and municipal court staff.
Three candidates visit Labor Council event
There's a good reason Abel Bosquez chose a gathering of the Amarillo Central Labor Council, a group comprising members from various area labor unions, to formally announce his candidacy for state representative.
Grand jury indicts man on indecency with child
An Amarillo man has been indicted by a Potter County grand jury on two counts of indecency with a child, a second-degree felony
Column - Jon Mark Beilue: Respecting the office a long-lost tradition
Turns out the black helicopter crowd was right after all.
Pantex contractor gets 30 months in fraud
A former Pantex contractor was sentenced Tuesday to 30 months in federal prison and ordered to pay about $168,000 in restitution for making false claims he submitted to the Pantex Plant.
Six physicians tackle issues during forum
Six Amarillo doctors represent the challenge facing congress.
Police break up fight among teens at club
Amarillo police were called to a Polk Street club just before midnight Sunday to break up a large fight involving teenagers leaving a late-night club.
East-side residents speak up
Amarillo's nicest amenities are concentrated too heavily in southwest Amarillo, according to folks who participated in a community meeting Tuesday.
Dispose of old pills
Those unfinished bottles of antibiotics, cough suppressants and pain medications lurking under bathroom sinks and in medicine cabinets may seem harmless, but they are prime sources for prescription abuse among teens and can lead to poisoning, especially for young children.
2010 and counting: Growing influence
Nearly every morning Bailey County Commissioner Juan Chavez and as many as a dozen other people get together for breakfast at a restaurant.
Alert issued for missing 72-year-old woman
Authorities issued a Silver Alert for a missing 72-year-old Dimmitt woman who disappeared Monday.
Penalty trial resumes in farmhouse deaths
LUBBOCK - The penalty trial resumed Tuesday and continues this week in Lubbock in the case against a Missouri man who pleaded guilty to murdering three members of a Texas Panhandle family.
Randall rates won't change
Members of the public were absent from Tuesday's public hearing on the proposed Randall County tax rate, but commissioners did learn the rate will be less than originally proposed.
Police arrest Crime Stoppers fugitive
Authorities early Tuesday arrested a man accused of robbing two Amarillo businesses, Amarillo police said.
Police arrest man on counterfeiting charges
Law enforcement officers arrested a man Thursday after a store clerk reported he attempted to pass suspected counterfeit money.
Fewer than 100 people involved in Polk St. brawl
Amarillo police Tuesday shed some more light on a fight downtown Sunday.
Bomb kills native soldier
An Army officer who was killed when his vehicle came under attack in Afghanistan had deep ties to the Panhandle, his uncle confirmed Monday.
Cowboys determined to do it exactly right
IRVING - You have heard by now that these Dallas Cowboys are all business.
Texans QB Schaub works out with team
In Houston, Texans quarterback Matt Schaub returned to practice Tuesday, though it's not clear whether he will start against the Jets in Sunday's season-opener.
Two charged with robbery in Pampa
Police raid ends jetliner hijacking in Mexico
Former Pantex contractor sentenced
Alert issued for missing 72-year-old woman
Man wanted in Amarillo robberies arrested
Amarillo man killed in two-vehicle collision
Infant killed in I-27 auto accident
Ross E. Davis
Ross E. Davis, 86, of Amarillo died Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009.
Edith Irlbeck
TULIA - Edith Irlbeck, 89, died Monday, Sept. 7, 2009.
Lois Irene Campbell
SAN ANGELO - Lois Irene Campbell, 93, formerly of Hereford, died Sunday, Sept. 6, 2009.
Walter Harrison Hicks Jr.
FRITCH - Walter Harrison Hicks Jr., 91, died Saturday, Sept. 5, 2009.
Stella Pauline "Paula" Witt
Stella Pauline "Paula" Witt, 83, of Amarillo died Saturday, Sept. 5, 2009.
Guy L. Buck
HEREFORD - Guy L. Buck, 64, died Saturday, Sept. 5, 2009.
Earl Ray Rogers
Earl Ray Rogers, 33, of Amarillo died Saturday, Sept. 5, 2009.
Mary Lou Davis
Mary Lou Davis, 88, of Amarillo died Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009.
W.F. "Bill" Smith
QUANAH - W.F. "Bill" Smith, 81, died Monday, Sept. 7, 2009.
George L. Lewis
DUMAS - George L. Lewis, 59, died Monday, Sept. 7, 2009.
Doris F. Dudley
TULIA - Doris F. Dudley, 82, died Sunday, Sept. 6, 2009, in Lubbock.
Oleta Jones
WHEELER - Oleta Jones, 99, died Monday, Sept. 7, 2009.
Maurice Limicy
Maurice Limicy, 58, of Amarillo died Friday, Sept. 4, 2009.
W.F. "Bill" Smith
QUANAH - W.F. "Bill" Smith, 81, died Monday, Sept. 7, 2009.
Juanita Kesze Cotton
Juanita Kesze Cotton, 73, of Amarillo died Saturday, Sept. 5, 2009.
Frances Brooks
BORGER - Frances Brooks, 63, died Monday, Sept. 7, 2009, in Amarillo.
Linne M. Coffman
CLOVIS, N.M. - Linne M. Coffman, 92, died Saturday, Sept. 5, 2009.
Belle Maynard Boverie
LUBBOCK - Belle Maynard Boverie, 75, formerly of Olton, died Monday, Sept. 7, 2009.
W.E. "Pug" Pugh
W.E. "Pug" Pugh, 87, of Amarillo died Monday, Sept. 7, 2009.
Letter: Common sense has flown out the window
Common sense goes a long way, unless it's political. As a 90-year-old disabled World War II and Korean War veteran, I was shocked to learn the large number of people of average intelligence who lack common sense.
Column - Greg Sagan: Streets become demolition derby
It's one of those basic formulae in physics: f=ma. Force equals mass times acceleration.
Letter: Don't foist views on kids
I've been assuming all of my life that freedom of speech included my not having to listen to something or someone if I choose not to. It appears that if you are an American student you apparently haven't earned that right yet.
Editorial: Politicians walking away
What gives with all these politicians bailing out before finishing their terms?
Editorial: Smoke signals
Smoke and mirrors.
Letter: Let Obama offer wisdom
The beginning of the school year is always so exciting. New shoes, clothes, glasses, books, and supplies are fun, but a new school, a new teacher, and a new classroom can make students anxious. Older students can likewise become apprehensive about their future education. That is why it is so important for teachers and parents to support students and offer encouragement.
Letter: Censor...the president?
President Obama will speak to the nation's schoolchildren this week, but some schools plan to censor his speech. Censoring the duly elected president of the United States?
Letter: Elected officials should live up to all those promises
Wouldn't it be nice if our elected officials (national, state, local) would live up to the promises they made to get elected to office?
Volleyball results
Westover Park Junior High School's seventh-grade Lady Warriors opened the 2009 volleyball season on the road against Borger Middle School.
Burglary Report
Burglaries From Aug. 21-27
Hidden Treasures
Liz Ball
Scouts hold trap shoot
The Golden Spread Council, Boy Scouts of America had its seventh annual Sporting Clay Classic on Aug. 21 and Aug. 22 at Camp Don Harrington.
Education briefs
Reeves-Hinger Elementary School has been inducted into the Texas Business & Education Coalition Honor Roll for 2009. Out of more than 8,000 Texas public schools, less than 4 percent received this honor. The TBEC Honor Roll is the most prestigious award for sustained, academic excellence in Texas. It recognizes schools that have demonstrated three years of consistent, high performance in all subjects compared to other schools serving similar student populations.
Nonprofit briefs
Former Dallas Cowboy BJ DuPree is the featured celebrity at the Amarillo Area Court Appointed Special Advocates' "Touch A Heart" celebrity gala and golf tournament Friday and Saturday. Festivities begin at 6:30 p.m. Friday with an evening of dining, dancing to the music of Insufficient Funds and live and silent auctions at the Sunset Center Event Room. Tickets are $50 or $1,000 for a table of eight. The golf tournament Saturday will be at Comanche Trail's Arrowhead Golf Course. Information: Blenda, 806-373-2272, or e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com.
Boy Scouts celebrate 100 years
Boy Scouts of America will celebrate 100 years in February. The next 100 years of scouting has begun through the Golden Spread Council's annual Cub Scout recruiting program.
Nonprofit calendar
Amarillo Area Court Appointed Special Advocates' gala and golf tournament. Friday and Saturday. Information: 806-373-2272
Amarillo.com | Our Town: 09/09/09
Hoffbrau makes drive possible
The Amarillo High School Painting class participated in an Earth Day Exhibition at the end of the 2008-2009 school year, focusing on wind energy and wind turbines. The artwork was displayed in the North American corporate offices of Mitsubishi Power Systems in California, which awarded savings bonds to three of the artists: Raymond Clonts, Sydne Stringer and Carlie Simpson. Artwork from all of the participating students is now displayed in Mitsubishi offices all over North America.
Gymnasts compete at championships in Calif.
Eight gymnasts from All-American Gymnastics Extreme Trampoline and Power Tumbling competed June 23-29 in the USA Gymnastics National Trampoline and Tumbling Championships in San Jose, Calif.
Hilltop menu
The Hilltop Senior Citizens Association, 1311 N. Taylor St., serves lunch from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Cost is $4 per person or $2 per person for those 55 and older who have signed up in advance.
Medical Rounds
Blood drives this week include:
Amarillo.com | Our Town: 09/09/09
Community Health and Support Groups
14 complete training to become court advocates
Fourteen Amarillo residents recently completed the 30-hour training course to become Court Appointed Special Advocates.
Community briefs
Amarillo Area Association of Mental Health Professionals will hear Eric Spellmann of Spellmann & Associates at its monthly meeting, noon today at Hoffbrau Steak House, 7203 W. Interstate 40. Spellman will speak on "Patient Confidentiality in an On-Line World." Information: 806-681-9932.
Wesley menu
Meals are served at Wesley Community Senior Center, 1615 S. Roberts St. Breakfast is served from 8 to 8:30 a.m. Lunch is served at noon. There is a $2 charge. Meals are for seniors, 55 and older.
ASCA menu
Meals are served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Amarillo Senior Citizens Association, 1200 S. Polk St., for a suggested donation of $5 for members, $6 for nonmembers. All meals include salad, dessert and a beverage.
Amarillo.com | Our Town: 09/09/09
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Many thanks to my angels
It's been more than a year since my wife, Tanya, and I first went to M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston after my local oncologist told us there was nothing more he could do for us and wished us luck.
Buffs drop from AFCA top 25 poll
Following the first 0-2 start under fifth-year head coach Don Carthel, the West Texas A&M Buffaloes fell out of the American Football Coaches Association Division II poll, announced Monday.
WT media luncheon today at Big Texan
The West Texas A&M weekly media luncheon is scheduled for today at 11:45 a.m. at the Big Texan Steak Ranch, featuring football, volleyball, soccer and cross country. The public is welcome. Cost is $12. The WT weekly media luncheon will return to its usual day of Monday on Sept. 14.
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The way to a man's heart may be through his stomach, but the way to a woman's heart is definitely not through her kitchen.
Women who love to cook-- and even those who are not that fond of cooking-- will often make a special meal or a special treat as a gesture of affection. No many should mistake that as an invitation to give their sweetie or even their mom a pot, pan, or peppermill as a Valentine's Day gift. This is one of the mistakes men make, the kind that makes women roll their eyes, complain to their girlfriends, the kind of error that can even spark a fight (and not in a good way).
So, guys, even if your girlfriend has been eyeing a particular mixing bowl or cookbook, it is not the appropriate gift for Valentine's Day. Buy her flowers, candy, jewelry, or a nice scarf, take her out for dinner, or even make dinner yourself (although your go-to five-alarm chili may not be the most romantic meal you can create).
Most grocery stores have floral departments, and during the week of Valentine's Day, mixed bouquets abound, and roses are often on sale. If your gal likes a particular flower-- say, Asiatic lilies, or freesia-- this might be a good time to indulge in those (although you can hit a home run any time of the year by coming home with a single lily or rose. Not a potted plant, though-- save that for your mom.)
And most grocery stores have chocolate on sale in February. It's a rare woman who doesn't like chocolate-- but you need to be aware if your sweetie isn't sweet on that flavor. Some women prefer fruit flavors, or spicy cookies. If you haven't taken the time to find out her preference, your gift may be an epic fail.
And if she's been on a diet, this is not the occasion for a five-pound box from Godiva or Hershey's. Think, instead, about something less caloric, like a scarf (which will fit now and after she sheds those twenty pounds). Then take her out for dinner to a restaurant that has a really great salad bar, so she can have the option of indulging while sticking to her weight loss plan.
But skip the whisk, the cake pan, or the mixing bowl set. There isn't a less romantic gift in existence.


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by William Shakespeare
Coriolanus Act 1, Scene 1 Summary
- Welcome to the streets of Rome, where a mob of starving plebeians (a.k.a. lower class folks or "Citizens") are in full on riot mode.
- Rome is experiencing a famine and the patricians (a.k.a. the wealthy ruling class that controls the Senate) are hogging all the food.
- We find out the patricians in the Senate have set the price of grain so high that the plebeians (who have zero say in the matter) can't afford it.
- Enemy #1 on the plebeians' list is a snotty patrician named Caius Martius. The plebs blame him for the high cost of food and figure that if they kill him, they'll get to set their own grain prices.
- While most of the mob chants that Caius Martius deserves to die, lowly Citizen 2 points out that maybe the mob should take it easy on Caius Martius since he's a big war hero and has done a lot for Rome and all.
- Next, there's some brief chatter about why the people think Caius Martius is a total mudbucket. Aside from being a grain hoarder he's 1) proud, 2) snotty toward the lower classes, and 3) kind of a creeper with his mom.
- As the mob gets more and more unruly, a smooth talking patrician named Menenius strolls onto the scene and is all "Hey fellas, what's up with all heat? Is something the matter?"
- We find out that the plebeians really dig Menenius--they wish all the other patricians were as "honest" and "lov[ing]" toward the common people.
- Before the plebeians can storm the capitol and kill Caius Martius, Menenius tells them that the famine is all the gods' fault. Plus, the patricians love the lower classes just like fathers love their children.
- And just like a good dad, Menenius tells them a little story.
- In the fable, Menenius compares Rome to a human body. The Senate is like the stomach and the common people are like the other body parts. The stomach is in charge of collecting all the food before dispersing the nutrients to the rest of the body, just like the Senate is in charge of collecting the city's grain and dispersing it to the people. Menenius points out that the people of Rome (a.k.a. body parts) are being fed but they just don't realize it.
- (Get your highlighters out kids because this is important. Literary critics and historians call this story the "fable of the belly." Go to "Symbols" for the deets.)
- Menenius is an awesome politician slash story teller so he's soon got the plebeians eating out of the palm of his hands (metaphorically) and forgetting all about how literally hungry they are.
- But, just as it's looking like Menenius has got the angry mob calmed down, in walks Caius Martius.
- Instead of sweet talking the angry mob that wants to tear him to shreds, Caius Martius insults and berates them. He calls them a bunch of "rogues," "scabs," and "curs," and accuses them of being fickle cowards who have got no business in politics. This guy needs some PR training STAT.
- Next, Caius Martius delivers the news that, back at the Capitol, the Senate has decided to let the plebeians have five tribunes to represent their political interests.
- Brain Snack: In ancient Rome, tribunes were elected officials. The point of having them was to protect the common people from getting their rights trampled all over by the upper classes, who controlled the government. Seems like
- Two of the newly elected tribunes are guys named Sicinius Velutus and Junius Brutus. We're going to be getting friendly with them, so let's just say Sicinius and Brutus.
- Caius Martius lets everyone know that he's totally disgusted that the "vulgar" "rabble" now has a group of tribunes to represent them. Ooh, that'll go over well.
- Just then, a Messenger (conveniently named "Messenger") rushes in with news that the "Volsces," led by a dude named Tullus Aufidius, are getting ready to invade Rome.
- Brain Snack: Historically, these some of ancient Rome's biggest enemies. You can read more about them here.
- Caius Martius thinks a war between Rome and the Volscians sounds rad. It'll be a great opportunity for Rome to get rid of a bunch of "musty" plebeians who will likely die in battle.
- Now a bunch of Roman senators troop in wanting to know what's up with the Volscians.
- Caius Martius tells everyone that the Volscian leader, Tullus Aufidius, is one bad dude. He adds that he totally respects him and absolutely cannot wait to go toe-to-toe with the guy in battle.
- The Senators declare that a guy named Cominius is going to be Rome's military leader against the Volsces. Caius Martius will be his lieutenant.
- Everyone except for the newly elected tribunes Sicinius and Brutus leaves the stage to prep for war.
- Since they're alone now, our new tribunes throw some shade at Caius Martius. The tribunes think the guy needs to be taken down a notch. They also doubt he'll be a good lieutenant since he hates taking orders from others.
- Sicinius and Brutus declare that Caius Martius is a "fame" monger and that he's going to get all the credit if Rome wins the war.
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Debate the legitimacy of vagina soap below. I'm talking about Summers Eve and whatnot.
Sorry for the fluff I have been wondering about this for my entire life.
Yep, I use the labia lather. Soap really irritates my skin. My pH seems to get really wonky really easily as well (dunno why) so I use Summer's Eve soap to scrub it up.
Water won't clean up the sweat bacteria on the outer ridges...soap or soap like products do that. I can't imagine just using water.
A DT refugee. I bring nutella!
Jonah 2/07, Eli 10//08 & Silas 9/12
"Oh simmer down ladies, whether or not someone does or does not enjoy sniffing panties is really not something worth arguing about."
Jonah 2/07, Eli 10//08 & Silas 9/12
"Oh simmer down ladies, whether or not someone does or does not enjoy sniffing panties is really not something worth arguing about."
I'm not saying the L word I just say vagina. Whatever. I haven't used the special pH wash but I've been thinking about it. My DH doesn't always like the taste of the soap I use (and yes I wash it!) I told him I would find a better flavor for him. Does it come in butterscotch? LOL
I'm a Gemini so I have a sweet side and a not so sweet side. I'm also half Yankee, half Rebel and half Italian. Which side will you get today?
Ameri - Ya I use the sensitive kind without scent. It can be Summer's Eve or the store brand either work.
Ok, so I found a quiz/game that will school everyone here on the proper word for everything related to vagina:
Anyway, I totally get the whole outer/inner difference. Sometimes there is an outer odor that has nothing to do with the inner environment. I've never tried any soaps specifically formulated for the outer area and I would never use anything on the inner.
I've heard said, "If it smells like cologne, leave it alone. If it smells like fish, it's a tasty dish."
This has been very enlightening. I'm considering making the switch to cooter cleaner for all-over. I share body wash with DH so I'm not sure how I'll get him on board, but I sure will try!
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Tags: Dachshund #7, Loose Weight, Miniature Dachshund, Overweight
Tags: Dachshund #7, Loose Weight, Miniature Dachshund, Overweight
LESS food, MORE exercise! Cut out ALL treats… if you want to give them any treats, give them a little piece of carrot or green bean.
It is NOT GOOD for any dog to be overweight… especially a breed prone to back problems!
less food,, MORE EXERCISE,,,,,,, they don't get fat by themselves
I haven't had to deal with an overweight dog, so I'm not sure of the best dog food to get for her. I am sure you will get some good suggestions from others.
Remember that losing weight is a 2 part step. Along with cutting back on food, snacks, she will also need exercise!!
feed her only a little in the morning and then in the evening. In the morning it's best to give her a weight loss dog food (i'm sure purina has some kinds). In the evening give him a small can of wet food..around the half the size of a caesar can (if you know what it looks like). It isn't a lot but I have the same kind of dog..except for she's not overweight. Also take her for a 20 minute walk once or twice a day. Even though she's little she needs to stay active.
you could also ask your vet if they have any suggestions…sometimes they'll suggest vegetables like green beans which is really healthy for them.. And you would mix the green beans with either a bit of dry food or wet food.
good luck :)
It's really important for all pets to maintan a good healthy weight, but especially for dachshunds because the strain of excessive weight on their spines can cause all kinds of serious back problems. Check with your vet, they may recommend a special lo-cal food. Science Diet has low cal foods of pretty good quality. Cut out ALL treats and table scraps. And get that little girl to exercise more. It usually happens gradually, but if you really care about her it will work.
Good luck and happy walks!!
If the dog is home alone during the day/night, it would be important to measure out her food and put it out for her to eat before you leave. Let her eat and then put the bowl away. When you get home do the same thing. She should be satisfied with the serving of food that is recommended on the dog food label.
If you do change her eating habits, began on the weekend.
And as the others suggested
1) Cut out table food
2) Cut out snacks
3) Begin taking her for walks
You need to use a food developed for weight loss. Just cutting her back on regular dog food could deprive her of much needed nutrients. Starving her is unhealthy and it will make her miserable. You can't expect a dog or a human to exercise when they are starving.
I would try Life's Abundance Weight Loss Dog Food. It works great and it's loaded with probiodics, anti oxidants, proteinated minerals and it's free of chemicals,wheat, corn, gluten, preservatives. LA is one of the few pet foods that are both USDA and APHIS certified. APHIS certified means the product is certified for Europe and Europe has more stringent laws than the US does governing pet food. Go to HolisticPetMenu.com and request a free sample. There is a area on line that you can contact a rep and request free samples instead of buying samples
That food plus some exercise should do the trick. They also sell Wholesome Hearts low fat dog treats, they smell like ginger they are awesome! Weigh your dog each week. I have a friend with an over weight collie mix and this dog already lost 5lbs on this dog food and the treats.
We have a malamute that needed to lose weight and our vet suggested Purina fit & trim. We cut down on our boys amount (we don't starve him!) of food and we cut out all the people food we were giving him. He still gets dog treats and the occasional pizza crust but he has dramatically slimmed down over some time. A slim dog is a much healthier and more active dog. We learned that.
Dachshunds are prone to over eating and obesity. A dachshund that is already overweight should be seen by a vet who can help you to develop a suitable weightloss plan based on her weight, general health and age. Increase her activity level, but please do this gradually. If you are not already taking her on regular walk, then please start with just around the block and gradually add to it. You can also incorporate excerise with play. A minature dachshund should eat 1/2 to 3/4 cup dry food a day … I know that doesn't seem like a lot, but most dachshunds WILL overeat if allowed. Dachshunds don't do well on high fat or high protein food unless they are very very active (like dogs that compete if field trials). Try lots of praise in place of treats and snacks. Of course none of us can completely deprive our dogs of all treats, try low calorie treats and even small pieces of fruit. You can also add cooked peas and carrots to their food. A dachshund should never be allowed to graze. At meal time, put their food down for 15 minutes. If any remains in the dish after 15 minutes, pick it up and they do not get more until the next meal time. It may be hard on both of you to make these changes, but you will have a healthier, happier dog in the long run. Remember, dachshunds are notorious for back problems and periodontal disease, being overweight and or poor diet can seriuosly compicate these problems. Good luck and I hope you have many years with a healthy and happy dog.


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Patrick Eaves used the third period as a showcase, dominating for the U.S. National Development Team as the U.S. defeated RIT 7-1 Saturday. Eaves scored a hat trick in the third period to break open a close game en route to the win.
The U.S. team was up 2-1 entering the third period and RIT was able to mount more sustained offensive pressure during the opening moments of the final period than at other time during the game. But Eaves took away that momentum at 3:30, scoring on a nifty spinning backhanded shot.
That goal quelled the potential RIT comeback. From that point forward it was all U.S. for the remainder of the game.
RIT came out tentative in the first period as they tried to adjust to the Olympic size ice sheet. The U.S. team was much more comfortable, and outshot RIT 26-7 in the period, but was only able to notch a single goal.
Mark Stuart sent a blast from the top of the slot that navigated through traffic into the back of the net at 18:21. The power-play tally gave the U.S. its first lead of the two-game weekend set and it never looked back.
The U.S. scored on another shot from the top of the slot 2:14 into the second period to take a 2-0 lead, that one by Matt Stuart.
Shots on goal were closer in the second period although the U.S. still enjoyed an 18-16 advantage. David Bagley got RIT on the board at the 11:12 mark of the second period to pull the Tigers close, sliding in a rebound off a scramble in front of U.S. netminder James Howard.
The third period was all Eaves, Brett Sterling, and the U.S. team. Eaves got his squad going, and the U.S. put the game away midway through the third period with three goals in a 59-second span.
Sterling completed a 2-on-1 break at the 10:34 mark to get the string going. Eaves scored again at 11:08 and then completed the hat trick at 11:33 and the game was all but over.
Sterling slid in an empty-netter while the U.S. skated shorthanded at 19:34 to finish the 7-1 victory.
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In an effort to add balance to my hectic work/mom life, I decided about a week ago that I was going to get out of my creative rut and make something every day. After what was pretty much an entire year of nothing but having and tending to a baby, come hell or high water, I was going to return to doing the things I loved. I knew getting back into being creative after such a long haitus was going to be difficult. So, in order to be held accountable, I posted on Facebook that I was going to make, or make significant progress on, something creative every day. For 365 days.
The majority of the responses I received were positive and encouraging. I did receive a few from the naysayers who didn't think I could stick with it for that long. I'm glad for it, actually, because I define the word stubborn, and I'm going to prove them wrong. (Even if I secretly think they're right. Shh.) There were a few people who said they could never do this because they just "aren't creative." Do you know what I say to that? That's a bunch of horse sh…I mean….bologna. Anyone can be creative. It's just a matter of thinking outside the box and resetting your expectations. Creativity is not limited to painting or sewing or sculpting or anything typically artistic. You can be a creative baker. You can be creative in how you dress. You can be a creative gardener! There are a million ways to be creative. The thing is, you have to get out of your own way.
One of the easiest ways to build your confidence is to do small, ordinary things, and step it up just a notch. Sounds simple, doesn't it? That's because IT IS. I've found that doing things around the house – chores and whatnot – is something everyone has to do. And it's the easiest way to infuse a little bit of creativity into your life. So I've compiled a list of things to help you stop making excuses and start getting creative.
Inspiration blogs:
Lowes has a great site that helps inspire you to get creative around the house. They have projects that meet all tastes and skill levels, and even break it down to cost, materials needed, and include pdfs with diagrams for help!
Pinterest is one of the greatest inventions ever created. If you're still slightly behind the times, Pinterest lets you organize and share all the fun stuff you find on the web, and browse through things posted by other people. It's a great way to find new things and get inspired!
Creatively Living has a great blog that showcases the writer's " love of finding ways to live inexpensively…& love for turning what most would see as trash into a treasure." There's even a tutorial section for you to follow along and recreate something she's done that you love.
HGTV does everything from showcasing great creative blogs to showing you how to get creative in your own space. I go there a lot to drool over projects I'll get around to doing…eventually.
Disney's Family Fun site is something I try to hit up quite a bit. They have tons of projects there – ranging from silly backyard games to ways to make a boring dinner more fun. This site helps get me out of my creative rut, and it's especially fun because I can make my son get creative with me, too.
Better Homes and Gardens is a huge source of inspiration. They have everything you could want to get inspired to do something fun and creative around home. Be prepared to spend a couple of hours going through the site getting ideas.
Ikea Hacks is a site I am absolutely in love with. Ikea is inexpensive, which I appreciate, but doesn't really fit with my general overall style. Apparently a lot of people feel this way, and go about making the furniture fit their needs and budget. I'm always amazed at the ways people can conceptualize projects like this.
Project ideas:
My brother and sister-in-law are good friends with a woman who owns her own vinyard. As a result, they get a lot of wine. Lots of wine means lots of corks. One creative thing my sister-in-law did was make a big corkboard for their kitchen using their leftover corks. It's cool, it's useful, and the actual construction of the board took a couple of hours. Hot glue, some wood trim and a little patience.
I had a friend who collected beer bottles. He also collected beer bottle caps. When he bought his first house, the first thing he did was set about covering the top of the bar in his basement with his collection of bottlecaps. It turned out amazing, and he claims it was super easy.
I got tired of my nail polish being in 19 different places all over – or taking up precious space in a drawer in my tiny, tiny bathroom. I didn't really have any great shelves to hang up to store my stuff, and I definitely did not want to go out and buy something, so I rummaged through my parents' barn and found a really cool spice rack. It had 4 little shelves with bars across the front to keep the spices in place. PERFECT for nail polish. I thought I was a super creative awesome crafting genius. Turns out, I'm not the only one who had that idea. Great minds?
A friend of mine wanted to entice some birds to hang out in the yard of her walk-out townhouse – but she didn't have any place to really hang bird feeders. So she got crafty and made a couple of bird feeders out of old terra cotta pots and a couple of ceramic dishes she found at a garage sale. She glued them together, painted them, and they're really super cute. I found a similar tutorial online, and it's something that anyone can do!
My mom wanted to have a magnet board for her kitchen to hold recipes and grocery lists and whatnot since her fridge is stainless steel and magnets don't work on its surface. So, inspired by Pinterest, I wound up getting a couple of really inexpensive cookie sheets – the flat kind without the rolled edge – and spray painted them a complementary color for her kitchen. Just like this crafter did! But instead of frilly magnets, I made some marble magnets with images of my kids. She loved it.
I was tired of just recycling the same old kid-crafts with my son, Jude, and wanted to come up with something fun to do. We get at least 59,340 magazines a month, and I thought there has to be something we could do with them, and I happened upon this site – 100 ways to creatively use old magazines. It's awesome.
My friend, Jake, was looking for something nice to do for his girlfriend's birthday and came to me with the idea of painting over an old thrift-store painting to create a new painting. The idea is you mask off the words, or image, that you want to be the object of the new painting. You paint over the old painting with whatever color you like, peel off the masking of the letters or image and voila! The old painting shows through, and the new paint covers the parts you don't want to see. I was so inspired by his work that I went and made my own for my daughter's room. It was similar to this DIY by tatertots & jello.
I could go on and on about all the easy and creative things you can do to get yourself in the creative mindset. If you feel like you don't have a creative bone in your body and couldn't come up with an idea to save your life, check out the links I posted to get inspired. Copy their tutorials. Little by little, you'll eventually find yourself coming up with new ways to look at things and new ways to approach problems and maybe have a little fun in the process.
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I'm so happy it's Friday, which means it's time to head to sunny California for the Design Bloggers Conference! I couldn't be more excited to meet and learn from all of the talented people attending and speaking...it's going to be such a great experience! (Plus I hear they don't have snow in LA!) I won't be back until Wednesday night, but hopefully I'll find some time to sneak in some posts while away! Have a great weekend guys!
Friday, February 25, 2011
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I'm so happy it's Friday, which means it's time to head to sunny California for the Design Bloggers Conference! I couldn't be more excited to meet and learn from all of the talented people attending and speaking...it's going to be such a great experience! (Plus I hear they don't have snow in LA!) I won't be back until Wednesday night, but hopefully I'll find some time to sneak in some posts while away! Have a great weekend guys!
44 comments:
- eclecticrevisited said...
gorgeous kitchen with the soft aqua/turquoise cabinets and leaded glass windows...
- February 25, 2011 at 8:21 AM
- Luciane at HomeBunch.com said...
This is one of my favorite kitchens ever! I've spoken with the designer before and he's a very kind and talented man. This kitchen is like a dream!
Erin, I really hope you have the best time in LA! I'd love to be able to go too... maybe next year we can meet each other there. :-)
Have a wonderful weekend!
Many hugs,
Luciane at HomeBunch.com
- February 25, 2011 at 8:29 AM
- Paper Heart Girl said...
Ahh, beautiful! Have a lovely time at the conference! I'm very jealous of your trip! xxxxxx
- February 25, 2011 at 8:59 AM
- Lacquered Life said...
I absolutely love la cornue ovens. Adore. It is the little details of this turn of the century house that really get me ... specifically the bead board ceiling!
- February 25, 2011 at 9:28 AM
- firstname.lastname@example.com said...
How amazing is this??? My favorite kind of sink and range in the world all wrapped up in a pretty blue green "bow". Wow, thanks for sharing!!
- February 25, 2011 at 9:28 AM
- Luca said...
WOW, beautiful kitchen!
I become a follower, maybe you would like to follow me?
Start dreaming and loving on www.dreamingthedayawaywithluca.blogspot.com
- February 25, 2011 at 9:55 AM
- Sandy said...
I'm in LOVE with this kitchen! Fantastic!
- February 25, 2011 at 10:33 AM
- OC MD Beach Girl said...
Great kitchen! Love that faucet! Do you happen to know who it's made by?
- February 25, 2011 at 10:37 AM
- IAMSNOWFLAKE said...
Gorgeous post as usual. Enjoy your trip and the conference! Have a nice weekend.
- February 25, 2011 at 11:00 AM
- Allison said...
That kitchen is gorgeous. The color of the cabinets is perfect! I'm off to check out more of it. I live in California. You may want to pack some warm sweaters and a raincoat. Maybe you'll bring some sunshine with you! Have fun at your conference.
- February 25, 2011 at 11:20 AM
OMG, that kitchen is stunning!
- February 25, 2011 at 11:51 AM
- Baylor Love said...
Wow that kitchen is gorgeous. I love the darker trim. I want to see more of the tile behind the stove! Going to see more....
Have fun at the conference!
- February 25, 2011 at 12:21 PM
- Katie said...
Those cabinets are gorgeous!
- February 25, 2011 at 12:48 PM
- Michelle {Adore Cherie} said...
Just when I think "that's it, I've found my dream kitchen!"...I am proven wrong because another one (like this gorgeous creation) comes into my life and then there is a new winner :)
- February 25, 2011 at 1:20 PM
- Pretty Inspirational said...
Beautiful kitchen! The suzani rug is a great contrast against the cabinet color. For my kitchen reno, marble countertops and la cornue stove is definitely on my wish list! Have a great trip to CA.
- February 25, 2011 at 1:33 PM
- SHERRY HART said...
Every now and then you post a picture that just makes me swoon...this kitchen is one of them!!!
- February 25, 2011 at 4:22 PM
- Danika Herrick said...
What a lovely color! HAve a great trip, wish I was going!
- February 25, 2011 at 4:27 PM
- colorsdiary said...
love the color of the cabinets (and your blog is great inspiration)
have fun at the conference!
- February 25, 2011 at 5:02 PM
- The Drama Mama said...
OH. MY. WORD. I might of just died and gone to heaven!! I, too, and obsessed with AN*Y*THING turquoise! I just found your blog and I can't wait to read more! ♥
- February 25, 2011 at 6:13 PM
- Laura Trevey said...
I just love that cool kitchen sink faucet!!
- February 25, 2011 at 8:46 PM
- Lauren said...
Eeeek Erin can't wait to meet you!!
- February 25, 2011 at 9:04 PM
- Renée Finberg said...
this is gorgeous.
the colors are so soft and different.
have a nice weekend
- February 25, 2011 at 9:05 PM
- The Hidden List said...
Wow! Can't wait to go by Ben Moore and pick up a paint strip of this color!
I'm going to be at the conference too! Really look forward to meeting you!!
- February 25, 2011 at 9:29 PM
- The enchanted home said...
Stunning indeed..love the color against the white marble and richness of the brass fixtures..beautifully done. Such a cheery space to...glad to have found you!
Please visit me, at my new blog about the building of our new home and my passion for decor/design. Hope you will stop by.
I was intrigued by your name as I ADORE turquoise...
- February 26, 2011 at 9:23 AM
Thanks for posting Erin, this kitchen is delightful! The color on the cabinets is just so soothing.
I ran across a cute little turquoise chair that I thought you might like
- February 26, 2011 at 10:41 AM
- Carla@DesignintheWoods said...
Great kitchen! Love that color.
- February 26, 2011 at 12:37 PM
- Garrison said...
Thanks so much for featuring our project...we had some restrictions on not being able to move walls, but we wanted to create a fantastic/cheerful kitchen for the clients.
We've tried to add a few more photos of some more details of the kitchen the past few weeks on the houzz site.
So happy everyone loves the mix of metals and we too love the kitchen faucet. Here's a few specs on some items.
Sink: Shaw Apron Sink
Faucet: Newport Bridge Faucet
Counters: Concetto Semi-precious stone
Island: Custom Made
Range Hood: custom to match the La Cornue Range
Ceilings: Pressed tin
Thanks again! Check out our lifestyle blog
Garrison & Team
- February 26, 2011 at 3:05 PM
- Garrison said...
Erin, sorry, hope you don't mind me sharing one more link for you and your readers...here are some before after from another blogger. Enjoy the conference!
- February 26, 2011 at 3:07 PM
- Lila said...
That is stunning! I love that deep, country sink. And who wouldn't love that chandelier!
Lila Ferraro
- February 26, 2011 at 3:40 PM
- RealBeauty said...
I LOVE this kitchen decor. It is so cozy, like a cozy cottage!
- February 26, 2011 at 6:26 PM
- pretty pink tulips said...
Adoring this kitchen. I mean really adoring! I've decided turquoise is my best color to wear...so perhaps I need to incorporate more of it in my decor.
Have fun at the conference...looking forward to all the updates!
~ Elizabeth
- February 26, 2011 at 7:10 PM
- theLENNOXX said...
Gorgeous kitchen, I love the minty green seafoam-ish color, and the ceiling is so pretty!
xo Linda
- February 27, 2011 at 6:48 AM
- Couture Carrie said...
Gorgeous kitchen!
- February 27, 2011 at 3:19 PM
- Melody said...
Love it! I want to hang out in that kitchen.
- February 27, 2011 at 4:56 PM
- Ellen said...
Thank you for telling us the name of the color....it couldn't be more perfect....smiles.
- February 27, 2011 at 8:10 PM
- theeclecticlife said...
THIS IS KITCHEN HEAVEN! loveeee it!
- February 28, 2011 at 11:17 AM
- Ambyr said...
The simple white and seafoam color is great with the gold accents, it adds sophistication and looks rustic. Love this kitchen..
Happy Monday... love,
- February 28, 2011 at 1:54 PM
- {Carrie} said...
That kitchen is absolutely GORGEOUS!
- February 28, 2011 at 7:19 PM
- Alexson said...
So pretty! What I wouldn't give for a tenth of this kitchen's style.
- March 2, 2011 at 11:49 AM
- Megan @ Lovely Happenings said...
oh, I love Garrison. He is so talented and super nice.
It was a pleasure meeting you in LA. Best wishes with your blogs and your future wedding!
- March 4, 2011 at 7:03 PM
- shakti space designs said...
I'm so proud of my friend Garrison and all his success. He was a client that blossomed into a friend and colleague. A talented man to keep your eye on. So happy to see his work going viral!
- March 7, 2011 at 10:10 AM
- maison marrakech said...
I love this blue kitchen! It's such a lovely light blue, it make me want to cook!
I made an article about Marrakech blue in my blog.
Hope you have a look when you've got time :)
Maison Marrakech
- March 9, 2011 at 9:02 AM
I love the scale of this kitchen. Any chance you would have dimensions on size of this room?
- December 30, 2011 at 3:15 PM
- Lea said...
I think most have said it already...and very well...that this is one amazingly unbelievable kitchen that any true turquoise lovin' gal wouldn't LOVE to have! Thanks for posting this, along with everything else on here. Your blog is the highlight in my inbox each night! Any idea what the paint colors used in this kitchen are? Would love to have that info! Happy New Year!! :)
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Rationale for a safer topical estrogen
Estrogens are steroid hormones that support skin health by maintaining skin thickness, moisture content, and elasticity. The profound effects of estrogens on skin were known long before it was discovered that estrogen receptors are present in epithelial tissues but most abundant in facial skin and the uterus.
Decades after estrogens were first used over-the-counter (OTC) to restore and maintain skin health, unwanted estrogenic side effects were linked to the use of these products. Safety concerns finally led to the removal of all estrogens and other hormone-containing OTC products in the US in 1994. Less than 10 years later, the use of estrogen-containing prescription products were associated with an increased risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease. These risks associated with estrogen use have made many doctors and patients hesitant to use estrogens to manage aging skin and vaginal atrophy associated with low estrogen.
Hygeia's biodegradable topical estrogens were specifically designed to avoid the risks associated with currently available estrogen products.
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