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Landsliding - Part 2
Nathan decided to join me on the Acid Decomposition sampling yesterday. We finished up a little before noon and headed back up the mountain to go check out the Trout Branch landslide which happened in early August after 6 inched of rain hit Mt. LeConte in under 24 hours. To reach the landslide you must first walk up Trout Branch to the 4000 elevation mark, then look for the table rock and the huge slide to the right.
While the walk isn't too hard, you do have to battle the rhodo here and there, so unless you like off-trail. Water was freezing up in the lower pools forming a beautiful collection of crystals
As we got a little closer, the signs of Anakeesta damage started to appear.
The burnt orange stuff reminds me of AMD (Acid Mine Drainage) that you see coming off abandoned mine sites on the Cumberland Plateau. Not something I like seeing in the Smokies as a trout fisherman.
And I grabbed some of the sediment that had covered the bottom
And here is a view of the new landslide drainage with its nasty water flowing into Trout Branch (hope there are still trout there).
The Professor decided we needed to do a little water testing. I will let him speak to what he found. It was a lot better than I initially thought, although it has had 5 months to settle.
After a little playing with the Chemistry gear we moved up to the giant pile up of debree from the slide. When I was here a couple months ago it was over 40 feet tall and maybe 60 feet wide. After the last 3 big rain events it was obvious things had dramatically changed.
The next series of slides has moved the pile an additional 60 feet down river and spread it out 3 times as wide. The force that it took to move this pile had to have been incredible, and goes to show how dynamic mother nature can be.
Where Nathan is standing was where the big pile was on my last visit.
And here is a view up at the landslide from the bottom.
We began working our way up, but soon had to make a detour into the Rhodo since we weren't up for climbing frozen waterfalls. Just think if this didn't happen to be off-trail, swarms of tourons would be here.
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We pushed though some pretty good rhodo coming up the left. The greenbriers were also relentless. After taking my pants off when I got home, I realized I had more scratches tha I could count
As soon as you get past the first waterfall, you immediately run into a bigger one (Maybe 80-100 feet)
The second one was a little better than the first to get around but not by much. Although once you got to the top the views of the Chimneys were very nice
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There was also a ton of debree that wasn't there a couple months ago. And the little bit of debree that was at top of second waterfall was now gone for sure.
And a view from top of degree field
Once we reached this point the slide gets significantly smaller. Unfortunately it also got quite ICY
We were able to make it up that section by stepping in the water as all other areas were frozen. Once I rounded the bend I knew it was decision time
I couldn't believe I had been so ignorant of conditions. While the last time I was here it was a bit snowier it was also not in the dead of Winter where the lows have been much lower, and I didn't even think of the ice. While we might have been able to get up it (pic makes it look alot less steep), I knew there was no way we could get back down if we ran into anything tougher further up, and with the way the slide took out everything there was no way to exit into the rhodo even. So we decided to play it safe and turn around
We worked our way back into the rhodo looking for our broken branches from the accent to make the goings easier. Here is Nathan between the waterfalls.
We soon made our way back to the road. Unfortunately we parked the van at Alum Cave trailhead and had to walk the mile back up the road.
A nice day none the less, and next time I'll make sure I take my microspikes
Thanks for taking the time to post this. Good stuff.
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Looks like an incredible hike! Makes me miss the Smokies... Thanks for sharing!
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In your backyard: Battle on Lake Erie
Two centuries have passed since Master Commandant Oliver Hazard Perry led American vessels to victory against the British in the Battle of Lake Erie. And a host of events is planned this summer to mark the anniversary of the battle that took place on the lake a few miles from Put in Bay, Ohio.
"The main celebration will be from Aug. 29 to Sept. 10, and a huge amount of activities are to be held during that time, but this is really an all-summer event throughout our general area," said Larry Fletcher, executive director of Lake Erie Shores and Islands, which promotes tourism along Ohio's northern coast.
Put in Bay is located on South Bass Island, a spot of land approximately 4 miles long by 1.5 miles wide, just north of Port Clinton on the Ohio mainland.
The island includes both the Village of Put in Bay on the north shore and the Township of Put in Bay. Most locals simply refer to the entire island as "Putinbay."
Located on a narrow strip of land at the center of the island is the Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial, a 27-acre national park that will be a focal point of the Battle of Lake Erie bicentennial.
"When you mention national parks most people think about places like Yellowstone, but there are nearly 400 National Park Service sites across the country, and we're the only international peace memorial in the U.S.," said Nicole Fifer, NPS special events coordinator for the park.
The well-groomed grounds surround a 352-foot-high monument built between 1913 and 1915 to honor those who fought in the Battle of Lake Erie, during the War of 1812, and to celebrate the long-lasting peace between Britain, Canada and the U.S.
"It's the third-tallest monument in the U.S., and actually stands higher than the Statue of Liberty in New York," Fifer said. "And it has the highest open-air observation deck in the country."
She said visitors ride an elevator to the deck where they can view the location of the battle that took place seven miles out on Lake Erie.
Back down on the park grounds there is plenty of manicured lawn space and shade trees, perfect for a family island picnic, Fifer said.
"We have sea walls on both sides of the park that keep the grounds from becoming a marsh land, and our location at the center of the island provides a view of the lake in both directions," she said.
Fifer said more than 200,000 visitors pass through the national park each season, which normally lasts from April to October, with the majority of tourists arriving after Memorial Day.
"The park also includes a new visitor's center with an array of historical artifacts, a short movie about the War of 1812, programs and talks by park rangers, and a variety of activities," she said. "On weekends through the summer we do a 'black powder' musket-firing event with re-enactors in period costume. And this week the Put in Bay Arts Council is providing art classes for kids."
The park facilities are open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., but Fifer said the island has plenty of other attractions for the whole family.
"There's a state park nearby that has several campsites with electrical hookups, and there are bed and breakfasts and other lodging facilities on the island," she said. "The island also has caves and a winery, a wildlife center, kayak and boat rentals, and we hear the fishing this year has been really great."
Many visitors come to the island for one day, but Fifer said there are enough activities and attractions to fill a three-day agenda.
As for the bicentennial celebration later this summer, Fletcher said a huge crowd is expected for the anniversary that will include a full-scale re-enactment of the Battle of Lake Erie with ships manned by more than 500 sailors.
"This has been two to three years in the making and will be a real once-in-a-lifetime event," he said. "We're expecting more than 17 tall ships to be part of the celebration. There have been tall ships in this area before, but never this many in one place."
Fletcher said the battle re-enactment will take place on Sept. 2, followed by eight days of activities culminating on Sept. 10, the actual date of Perry's victory over the British fleet.

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Joe Savery can breathe easier tonight. He'll be a Phillie for a bit longer, afterall.
In the corresponding move to Roy Halladay being activated from the DL, Brian Sanches was outrighted to Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Sanches was ineffective in 6.1 IP, posting a 9.95 ERA and allowing 4 HR in his second tour with the Phils. Halladay will start tonight against the Dodgers in LA.
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Buh bye!
I feel sorry for the IronPigs.
So do I. Have the Yankees put Qualls in front of a firing squad yet? I hope so.
If you'd call Trout, Pujols and Trumbo a firing squad, the answer is yes.
1.1 IP, 4 hits, 3 runs, 3 earned, 1 BB, zero K's and a wild pitch. A typical night for Qualls.
Here its OK for Howard to hit vs a lefty in the 8th.
In other cities they dont just send players up aimlessly to fail.
They play to win.
SF benched Zito and Rowland simply to beat a team like the phillies.
Here we have our stars and they hit 1 3 and 4.
Regardless of anything else they will hit.
Charlie, Ruben, the fans and the orginazation stand behind this.
I am horrible for even pointing this out.
AFW, can you tell me which of the following get pinch-hit for vs. lefties? I honestly don't know, but it sounds like you do…
Andre Ethier? .605 OPS vs. LHPs in 2011-12
Justin Morneau? .396
Adam Dunn? .514
Carl Crawford? .570
Eric Hosmer? .576
Ichiro Suzuki? .584
Jason Heyward? .624
Cameron Maybin? .641
Nick Markakis? .646
Shin-Soo Choo? .667
Adam Dunn?????????
That was a total pull the pants down for me. I said youd trade them all for Dunn and they wouldnt.
With the 122 average last year.
Ryan Howard would not hit for me in a close game vs a lefty in the late innings.
He wouldnt.
Id send up a pitcher or anyone else.
A woman from the stands.
Why would you send him up?
What belief do you have?
Not even so much tonight or in the regular season.
But if the miracle happened and they made the playoffs.
If 700 year old Arthur Rhodes threw 7 000 000 pitches the big contract wasnt hitting any of them.
Why do I want to win and you dont?
While that was illuminating, you forgot to answer the question — which manager pinch hits for his platoon-challenged hitter?
Andrew –
Obviously there is a statistical argument for what you say. But put into context. The Phils are locked into Howard – whatever you say about the decision that is a fact. So the Phils need to get what they can which means they need a motivated Howard. Pinch hitting for a star late in the game will have a negative effect on his pysche. It will, how much I don't know. These are human beings not statistical models.
Another point is that you after you pinch hit for him he is gone. So if the close game becomes tied and you have to go around the lineup again there is no Howard and perhaps the lefty is out of the game.
When you add those two together you will tend to keep in your left handed challenged start. Which gets back to Schmenkman's question and why the answer is none. What these manager's know is that these are people and you have a limited bench.
We all want to win but there are lots of way to win AND lots of ways to lose.
Andrew from waldorf
Andrew doesnt even start him vs a left handed starter.
Benching the king. What would the other Primma Donalds think?
The kings sits.
Thanks for that well thought out response. I am done with responding to your rants.
Don't feed the trolls. It only encourages them to come back.
Man, I should take my own advice. But he just typed "Primma Donalds". I can make fun of that for years. Moral dilemma here.
morris "primma donalds" is a new burger joint. so far thet have a sign posted 0 sold ! i heard the only thing on their menu is…" wheeler" muffin burger .
Performance art.
Gettin' old though.
Like the Phillies.
Rollins Utley Howard.
Square 1
The entitlement of starting Oswalt over Worley in game 4 last year is why we are here.
Entitling the old guys is 100% of every problem.
I start Worley in game 4.
And I sit Howard and hit Worley 4th.
Worley pitches and plays first.
Guess what. It couldnt have been worse.
And I bet Worley would have run to first on a fair ball.
Unlike Rollins.
Hes locked up though. So you can be happy.
Hey Andy from WalMart. The Phils stunk without Howard in the lineup in case you missed it.Ty Wig and AAAAberry didn't cut it. They won 102 games last year with Howard carrying them. Utley bats third because no one else on this team can. You are right about JRoll leading off though.
You do know repeating the stuff all the times means you're stupid.
Did someone mention Roy Oswalt???
Andrew has stirred up more mix on this site than Aunt Jemimah
it is time to put cloyd on the 40-man!
I just want to clarify this for all you Ruben Amaro and Charlie Manuel lovers.
The next time Pence looked at a ball wrong
Not an error not a misplay
He catches the ball.
He looked wrong
Id put him on the curb and hed walk back home.
From houston or LA or wherever it was.
Just like Rollins should have when he didnt run to first in game 5 and Howard should have when he was swiinging away 3-0.
There are no repurcussions . Not in this land.
Let Andrew from Waldorf manage the team.
I bet they run to first. ??????
Or Id cut them and thier 150 million dollar contract and id eat it.
0-162 but they will run to first. They wont laugh at a loss.
This is not acceptable but to a few of you.
They can hit 10000000000000000000000000 home runs for a losing team.
A winner runs to first.
You Charlie and Ruben accept this.
I do not.
Carry on
i'd definately make j-bag trot all the way back to philly just so we could tell him he's got to trot all the way home to oakland! you've been traded jimmy! and charlie wants to know if he can come with you, so he can talk them into batting leadoff.
I agree. You are a major league baseball player. You get paid zillions of dollars. I get paid squat and I still try my best. If you can't run hard to first base than you are a dog, a canine, a mutt. I decided last year when Brown didn't run that ball out that I was done with him. I want him in CF for the rest of the year to build his trade value but I don't want him on my team. A guy not running a ball out is kinda like what they say about dogs: A dog can be the best dog in the world until he bites. Then you take him out and shoot him. A guy not running out a grounder is despicable and it is a glimpse into a man's heart. Word.
The Dipsy
Damn, Dipsy, I hope I never kill anybody and have you on my jury. You gave the guy life for that 1 incident?
I guess if I actually killed somebody, it'd be fair to have you on my jury. Maybe if I were falsely accused, or had good reason, like the killee was a Mets fan, I'd prefer a different juror.
if they call him up tell him not to hang with j-bag! better yet trade j-bag and his 34 rbi in the middle of june.
What if running out all those plays to first is what caused Chase's knees to fall apart? People might think differently then.
are you serious about that comment? i was an electrian for years i guess twisting my wire nuts screwed my hands up! but i made a good living! maybe i shouln't have! how dare my boss expect me to do my job the way i'm supposed to! who doe's he think he is? and who do these people think they are asking me to make sure my nuts are tight so they don't lose their electric! and if they lose their electric they can't type stupid remarks on their computers about guys running hard to first base!
let me ask you something. doe's your head hurt when you get out of bed in the morning? heres a simple way to cure that if it does. try getting out of bed FEET FIRST
Howard blew out his achilles tendon on the last play of the '11 playoffs, and it cost him half a year and his absence was a major factor in all but eliminating us from the '12 post-season.
But he looked great in trying to run out a routine grounder, and was a "real winner" …
Just thought I'd point out the other side of the argument.
P.S. OT: I thought "Prima Donald" was that schmuck casino owner in New Jersey.
well now another smart one! what or why did howard run hard? that's the question fool! he ran hard for me and you, and all of us fans. even after he blew it out, watch the video it's tells you something about the man himself! he tried to run on it even after it blew but the pain must have been too much and he collapsed. and i don't think for one second that he was thinking about 2012 he was trying to win now!
now on the other hand watch vidoes of j-bag pulling up short 99% of the time. that tells you about the man! j-bags contract he just signed has a vesting part in it . it automatically kicks in after the first 2 years if he gets a certain amount of AB's during that time. now here's another question . what kind of a man do you think j-bag is gonna be the next 2 years to get that fourth year of 11 mil to kick in? the howard and utley type who'll bust it for us? or the person that you expect to pull up short for himself?
So, you guys are "anti" running out ground balls? OK. Just checking.
The Dipsy
No idea where to post this… but if anybody is interested in trading 4 of my Friday night tickets for 3 tickets for Saturday's game, please let me know!!!
I'm going to Philly on Fri but won't be able to make it to that game… have to go to Saturday's instead. My tix are Terrace level.
I'm a compassionate person, Ken. I really am. Just not towards guys who don't run out grounders.
The Dipsy
Oh, okay, then I'll go out and kill somebody then.
But seriously, I hate that, too, and I know the game has many, many players who don't need to learn from that experience, and I wasn't too thrilled with it either, but I'm still naive enough to hope his athletic talent translates to baseball success, including a killer instinct. Maybe I was read too many fairy tales as a kid, but that's my hope
I agree. It pisses me off when guys don't run hard down the line.
I agree also.
I, too, am an irrational, nut-job.
One thing about this here blog, it's all Phillie fans, whether views are similar or not.
So I don't mean to cross lines by a couple mentions of other clubs that might inspire anti- feelings, but a couple things on individual notes catching my attention on the out of town scoreboard as we are t minus less than an hour until The Doc.
First, Decline alert. Albert Pujols has raised his average to .279 and homer total to 16 with a 3-3 effort against Detroit. Pujols has been in decline for about 3 years. He continues to reinforce it.
Same game, Trout alert. Mike has upped his average to .354. He's now on top of the mark needed to become the first 20 year old to hit .350 since Ty Cobb. Ty Freaking Cobb. That is huuuge when your baseball skills or ahievements are mentioned with Cobb. One irony of the Angles situation is that Pujols is like the greatest player of some measure of time or competition by reputation. He's only a rook, with a long way to go, but wouldn't it be ironic if the greatest whatever he is in Pujols is actually playing with the greatest in his yet to be determined category in Trout.
Lastly, in no way, shape or form am I comparing the situations, but there's another quality pitcher making his 2012 re-debut tonight, and in his case sans any rehab against actual competition. CC Sabathia. 6 shutout innings, 4 hits, 6K, 1 walk versus a Batistaless Jays.
squad. Let's see how close Doc comes to approaching those impressive results.
If you like baseball and are not paying attention to Mike Trout, you are missing something special. I watched his game tonight – dude might have 6 tools, or 7, 8. However many there are, he's got more. Jersey kid looks like a budding superstar.
Not to take their futures for granted, although they both seem real, real bright, it'll be fascinating to compare the free agent experiences of Trout and Harper to Cole's when their time comes.
Cole's will seem like .5 on the Richter scale.
Mooooocho bucks!
I'm with Dipsy and Chuck that players need to run out ground balls, routine or not. Maybe I'm old school like that, but I'm Ed Delahanty, and in my day, if you didn't run out grounders, you got thrown off a moving train.
@Ken: I used to pal around with Cobb at his famous drinking, whores, and card parties. Tough SOB and one of my favorite players of all-time. To see this kid match or beat his record would put him in the company of THE best. But if he does succeed can he raise his average that much more and then keep it at the level for his entire career? Not likely, but he is Jersey boy so we cannot rule anything out.
Hoping Doc sends the Dodgers to the infirmary.
ISpeaking of old timers, I'm on the Dodgers feed tonight (MLB.com), and it's really weird listening to Vinnie live 2 days after listening to the tape of By, Bill, and Whitey. Vinnie was at his peak when they did those calls, and that he's still very listenable to is really an amazing thing.
Ed, I was wondering if you knew that Rollins passed you recently for 2nd most extra base hits in Phillies history. He'll never catch Schmidt though.
21 pitches that inning, seemingly a lot of them more stress than not.
And the Dodgers turned the lineup, which figures to be to their advantage.
Be nice to see some mid game groove before the Doc's night is done. At this point, 5 innings looks like the max, which was about what was expected, but even pitchinjg better, 4 might be the way to go.
It's only his 1st start back, so we're not looking for miracles.
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Il Volo's second album, Más Que Amor -- featuring guest appearances by Placido Domingo and Eros Ramazzotti, and co-produced by Humberto Gatica and Tony Renis -- finds the teen trio again generating material that balances an opera and theater approach with an international pop appeal, all mixed and brought home by the group's beautiful vocals and soaring harmonies. ~ Steve Leggett


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Hey, guys Im not sure if this is the right forum but whatever, I've watched most of the popular animes and im trying to find a new good series if you have any suggestions Please tell me . Thank you.
Bleach or One Piece
death note
code geass
rurori kenshin
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Bleach or One Piece
Watched em but thanks for the suggestion.
Originally Posted by Natsú
death note
code geass
rurori kenshin
Ive watched Code geass and death note but not rurori kenshin Ill check it out Thanks!
But Suggestions are still welcomed.
FMA Brotherhood, tied with One Piece for the best anime I've ever seen.
South Park
Code Geass
Death Note
Ranma 1/2
Detectiv Conan (boring)
Detictive conan ..
It has 22 sessions and show still goes on
It is awesome anime ..
Thanks guys i think i found one but thanks for all the suggestions
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Full metal mother ****ing alchemist brother ****ing hood!!!!! Go watch now!!!!!!
beyblade all the series,hitman reborn
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Full metal mother ****ing alchemist brother ****ing hood!!!!! Go watch now!!!!!!
I agree with this person!! You must watch!! >.<
Darker than BLACK (40 eps.; action), Yu Yu Hakusho (112 eps.; tourney-styled shounen) Elfenlied (13 eps.; Shounen/Thriller??), Full Metal Panic (40 eps. I think; Comedy and Mecha), Baccano! (16 eps.; Action, Immortal gangsters).
Those are some really good ones.
bleach dude watch bleach its OP. if you dont like it then watch one piece or high school of the dead
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Some lies are obvious. If a homeless person approaches you and says that he can predict your future in exchange for a dollar, you'll probably realize that he's not telling the truth (personally, this only took me $4). If your parents raised you to believe that punching a pack of wolves to death is the only noble way into adulthood, you're going to learn soon after your first wolf bite that your parents are crazy people.
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Thanks a lot, Mom.
Other lies, however, are so insanely prevalent that they've become difficult to recognize. For example ...
4"My Upbringing Was So Rough!"
These days, it's trendy for famous, successful people to talk about how terrible their life was before they made it big. This is especially popular in the music industry. If you're a famous musician who was unfortunate enough not to come from a poor or underprivileged background, don't worry: You can exaggerate wildly, or just plain make shit up.
For example, if you're a Canadian former child actor who starred in Degrassi as a teenager, that won't stop you from releasing songs in which you brag about how you "started from the bottom." If you're the child of a successful Nashville songwriter, you can emphasize how said parent was a struggling single mother, to the point of allegedly lying about never knowing your father.
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"I was born to indigent sharecroppers at the height of the Great Depression."
But we can't really blame these people. We, the general public, like to maintain the belief that there is no real system of class or inherited wealth in this country, and part of this belief is a demand for rags-to-riches stories. Public figures know that their successful careers will appeal to us much more if they hint that they spent their childhood hunting and killing beetles for food rather than taking violin lessons. Despite how widespread it is, there's no word that describes this exaggeration of a famous person's former indigence. So I'll call it "indigeration," because I like my made-up words to sound like obscure Roman sex acts.
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It takes a lot to develop a successful music career. You need money for instruments and lessons. You need hours of leisure time daily to practice and develop skills. You need family members to drive you around and take you to lessons and competitions. You need a butler to pick up all your crumpled music-writing sheets and broken guitar strings. None of these things are exactly overflowing in genuinely damaged backgrounds.
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Of course, there are musicians who are born so talented that they don't need any of that and build their own instruments out of the piles of dirty needles in their parents' bedrooms. But successful people from horrible backgrounds usually get out of those situations by doing things that are not typical for that background. This applies to all kinds of successful careers, not just music: If your upbringing really sucked, a big part of becoming successful will involve differentiating yourself as much as possible from the people around you. If you're from a family of meth dealers, you'll have to forgo spending your teenage years learning the meth trade. If your parents are poor alcoholics, you'll need to save up all those beer cans and trade them in for deposit money instead of learning the art of crushing them with your head like everyone else.
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It's like missing your own bar mitzvah.
But audiences don't want to hear that about their favorite musicians, because "staying inside practicing scales while all the other 15-year-olds drink until they puke" is far too boring and middle class and unromantic a story for the music industry. So instead, young music fans are left with the impression that, even if you're raised by homeless crack addicts, you can just party hard and one day the magical success fairy will come to you, too.
Sure, you say, but some people do make awful adolescent decisions and end up doing just fine. Well, some people can get away with bad decisions more than others. Which leads me to ...
3"I Haven't Had Any Help!"
Years back, I worked in a hotel that had a bunch of boutique clothing stores across the street from it. I noticed that these stores hardly ever had any customers, and I asked another hotel employee how the hell they stayed in business. "Oh, they're vanity stores," he said. "They're run by women with rich husbands. They don't need to make a profit."
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I guess the shop called "FUCK YOU, CUSTOMER" should have been a clue.
Since then, I've discovered that these vanity projects are much like our reptilian overlords: hidden everywhere in plain sight. If you live in a big city, you've probably frequented many of these for-fun businesses without noticing that they don't need to turn a profit to survive. Think of that artisan coffee shop that made you grind your own beans, or the gallery that contained nothing but impressionist portraits of the artist's own dick. The cash support behind vanity projects is not always quite as obvious: The writer across the street might technically be living off the money he makes writing free-form poetry about Nicolas Cage, but his parents are probably still buying his health insurance and chipping in money whenever he gets hit with another stalking charge.
Why It's Ruining Everything
There's nothing inherently wrong with a business or career being financially supported by another person. It's the fact that nobody admits to this that does the damage. In our society, financial help of any kind is treated like an embarrassing groin rash to be kept to ourselves and the necessary professionals. But this means that many of us who don't have that outside support see people like the Nicolas Cage poet getting by just fine, and we conclude that Nicolas Cage poetry is a viable career for anyone.
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Even for Nicolas Cage.
Everyone laughs at Joe Graduate Student, who spent $50,000 on a useless master's degree in fan fiction studies or whatever. But maybe Joe, and many students like him, grew up seeing other people with similarly useless degrees who seemed to be doing just fine. No one mentioned to Joe that these other uselessly degreed people had parents who were quietly paying off their credit cards every month. So Joe followed his dream and got the degree, and today he is selling his body to supplement his fan fiction income.
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You don't want to know what's in that cup.
Obviously, this doesn't mean that anyone without rich parents should resign themselves to working 16-hour shifts in the potato factory until they die (well, unless they're in Idaho. I'm pretty sure they don't let anyone out of Idaho). But lacking a hidden safety net woven from your parents' hundred-dollar bills means that you'll have to work harder, accept more risks, and recognize that if you fail, you will fail harder. Instead of acknowledging this, though, we've created a fantasy world in which we pretend that anyone can afford a condo in New York with the profits from their homemade cat jewelry startup.


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Delaware Valley School District's six year run of school budgets with zero tax rate increases is likely coming to an end but some residents say it should not.
At their upcoming June 21 meeting, the last before the end of budget year, the board of education is expected to adopt a $70.6 million budget for 2013-14, which will incorporate 2.3 percent increase in the district tax rate.
The district's year-end budget surplus prompted several residents to question the tax increase at Thursday's board meeting, prompting an hour of debate on a subject still sore with board members.
While Mike Bouquet credited the work of the school faculty as well as that of the board, he said the district should be using its surplus to offset the tax increase. Bouquet said he was not speaking for himself, but for many residents in bad economic straits, who simply can not afford the increased cost now as families are leaving the area and school population declines. "Delay the vote. Dig deeper," he asked.
Board president Bill Greenlaw said the district has been addressing the falling student population through staff attrition. "People have left, but not because of zero increase," he said.
Greenlaw detailed $1.6 million in increased salaries and insurance costs. He said he too once sat in the audience and argued against tax increases, but has now decided this year's increase is unavoidable.
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Board members oppose say the state will reform the funding for PSERS. Board member Jessica Decker said predicting the big PSERS costs hike was "unfair and misleading the public."
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Washington, D.C. (February 4, 2013)—The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today announced that it has expanded its Cooperative Alliance with Promontory Interfinancial Network to include Bank AssetpointSM. Promontory Interfinancial Network today launched the beta release of the Bank Assetpoint service, which provides a new, online platform that allows community banks to connect with eligible buyers and sellers of bank assets.
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Bank Assetpoint features Asset SourceSM, which allows banks and other participants to list and search for a variety of bank assets, including bank-owned commercial real estate, and performing and non-performing loans. The service also includes the Assetpoint CommunitySM, which enables banks to search for service providers that can assist with an asset sale or purchase. Promontory Interfinancial Network offers a full range of customer service and technical support to assist all parties.
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Muckle-Wells syndrome (MWS) is one of the cryopyrin associated periodic syndromes (CAPS) caused by mutations in the CIAS1/NLRP3 gene. These syndromes are characterized by fever, rash and joint pain.
Individuals with MWS often have episodic fever, chills, and painful joints. Sometimes these symptoms are exacerbated by cold similar to the related condition FCAS, but can also be triggered by other stimuli. In most cases, Muckle-Wells syndrome (MWS) patients develop progressive hearing loss. In some MWS cases amyloidosis develops later in life, a disease in which an abnormal accumulation of the protein amyloid occurs in a patient's tissues and organs. Accumulation of amyloid in the kidneys results in damage and often kidney failure if untreated.
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Chances are very high that a brand new pregnancy announcement might turn to tragedy when the expectant father realizes the baby is not his
. All he has to do is check the math.
Don't be silly. Actors can't do math. See: Selena Gomez and private jetReplyCancel
Haha Violet wishful thinking I'm sure.
so the fake daddy is gonna kill someone? Or himself?
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So a couple who have not been together too long,,,or daddy was away for an extended period?ReplyCancel
Please be Mila Kunis.
Please be Mila Kunis.
Please be Mila Kunis.
Like sands through the hourglass…ReplyCancel
I hope it's another kourtney k. Who's the daddy? ?ReplyCancel
Well this would explain why Count has been MIA, he's knocked up Hayden P. and Wladimir K is hot on his trail.ReplyCancel
^5 oh yes. Maybe Franco? ?ReplyCancel
Russian boxers no good at math. And the we're swingers anyway.ReplyCancel
Kelly rowland?ReplyCancel
Only if his splooge can make it from the digestive tract to the reproductive tract on their own:)ReplyCancel
Recent is within a few weeks….not 6 or more weeks as is case of mila,Hayden, andkieblerReplyCancel
And that means from either end of the digestive tract.ReplyCancel
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Tragedy is a bit dramatic, unless we're talking about a potentially violent reaction from the guy who thinks the baby is his. And let's hope not.ReplyCancel
Disick and Kourtney.
If this kid looks like a werewolf too, then Scott is the definitely the dad.
Just announced yesterday. She was separated a while before she went to jail. Tragedy because Michael will probably kill her.ReplyCancel
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Renner – did 'ya really think that stripper "aspiring" baby mama wouldn't try for con #2?ReplyCancel
Will and Kate is a fabulous guess. Those two are so boring. A little scandal would really be fun for the rest of us.ReplyCancel
Me too @J. LolReplyCancel
@lowkey…u have a point lolReplyCancel
Your lips to god's ear, Hammer Girl. I'd take a beating from the Ukie giant to get a taste of that hot lil bim.
I'm gonna go along w/ this being a rehash of the Keibler rumors. Never trust a whore.ReplyCancel
Kiebler's elf is supposedly Geoff Stults' kid, not Mr. Moneybags Pobre's.ReplyCancel
Don't think it could be Kate Major. Any pregnancy to Michael Lohan is automatically perceived as a tragedy before any maths is considered.
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Sherry & AJ I saw on some gossip rag at HEB that the duchess is preggo with twins, palace confirmation and everything. But, in DM pics from today she definitely doesn't look pregnant at all, let alone with twins and I haven't seen anything about it anywhere else. All I know is Prince George is Hella cute.ReplyCancel
Lol @AlitaReplyCancel
Keibler. Her bump was very prominent at the Ravens charity baseball game two weeks ago. And…. her husband appeared bored and annoyedReplyCancel
I'm guessing math is not his strong suit. The baby's gonna look like me.ReplyCancel
The gold star sticker goes to Hammer_Girl.ReplyCancel
Oh hell, Chelsea Clinton.ReplyCancel
with a Chinaman.ReplyCancel
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Before I developed the Baby K'tan Baby Carrier, I was faced with so few options on the market for baby carriers. Today, the options are almost limitless. With such a wide variety of carriers on the market, including wraps, structured carriers, unstructured or Asian-style carriers such as the Mei Tai, slings and pouches, it is easy to get overwhelmed.
At Baby K'tan, we are dedicated to safe baby wearing and truly believe in the benefits of doing so since our company was founded on those very ideals. In hopes of helping you find the best carrier for you and your baby, we've developed a few attributes to consider.
We believe that wearing your baby safely and properly will always have benefits associated with it. Studies show that babies whose mothers' wear them in slings are calmer and cry less. Carrying your newborn in a carrier can serve as a natural transition from the quiet womb into the world. Being close to your baby has also proven to help them regulate their bodies, enhance their visual and auditory alertness as well as speech development.
One of the first things you will notice about a carrier is the type of material it is made with. Some carriers on the market consist of many different types of fabric including cotton and polyester. Others are 100% cotton. And most recently, many carrier brands are offering organic versions of their carriers. When looking at the material, you should consider your geographical location. In cooler climates, you may want a carrier with a softer, warm fabric like thick cotton, whereas in hotter weather, you may want to choose a carrier that is lightweight and made with thinner layers of fabric such as mesh or gauze.
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There are so many different types of carriers on the market today including structured carriers, backpacks, slings, wraps, Mei Tai style carriers and even "ready-to-wear" wraps. When choosing a baby carrier, you should consider when and where you will be using it to care for your little one. For example, if you live in a city where you do a lot of walking, you will want a carrier that is lightweight, comfortable and can fold up easily for quick storage. Or, if you will use your carrier mainly for running errands, you will want to make sure that the carrier you choose will be easy to pop on in the parking lot. If you are hiking or doing a lot of outdoors activities and your baby is a bit older, a framed backpack might be a good choice for you.
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Amgen workers in Boulder and Longmont involved in manufacturing were notified Thursday, and they will receive severance packages, said Peggy Kraus, a spokeswoman at Amgen Inc. (Nasdaq: AMGN), which is based in Thousand Oaks, California.
The bulk substance of Epogen – named epoetin alfa – is made at the plant in Longmont. It's shipped to an Amgen plant in Puerto Rico, where it's made into a final product, Kraus said. The plant in Puerto Rico will remain open, Kraus said.
A remaining Colorado staff of 430 people in Boulder and Longmont will work on process development, quality systems and corporate support functions, Kraus said. Process development is the work done after drug candidate research and development has been completed, but before the drug is manufactured, Kraus said. Colorado employees work on process development for Amgen drug candidates being developed at all company locations, she said.
Amgen's Colorado employees shuttle between the Boulder and Longmont locations, making it difficult to identify how many will work at each facility after April 30, Kraus said. About 260 employees work at the Boulder plant, Amgen officials have said in the past.
The company announced in August 2012 that it would stop manufacturing the bulk substance of Epogen in Longmont within 12 to 15 months.
Amgen will "idle" its Longmont manufacturing facility – named Building 20, Kraus said. Putting a building in "idle" mode means it could be brought back to full manufacturing capacity more quickly than if the building was completely closed, she said.
Amgen announced fourth-quarter revenue of $5.01 billion, up 13.3 percent over the same period the year before. Year-end earnings for 2013 were $18.7 billion, up 8 percent year-over-year from 2012.
Amgen's stock was down 97 cents in midday trading Friday at $119.92 per share. The stock has traded in a range between $82.92 and $124.46 in the last year.
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For Immediate Release
May 3, 2006
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. --The Illinois State Board of Education
is currently seeking applications for the Student Advisory
Council (SAC) to the Illinois State Board of Education
for the 2006-07 school year.
The SAC is made up of students representing all regions
of the state. Members are invited to attend Board meetings,
sessions of the General Assembly, and applicable education-related
conferences. They may review and critique ISBE's
existing or proposed programs, policies, and regulations,
sponsor cooperatively with the ISBE conferences, seminars,
etc., pertaining to student-related, education issues,
inform Illinois students of SAC activities and provide
testimony at legislative or board hearings.
Eligibility to apply for the 2006-2007 SAC is limited
to public school students. Given the need to hear from
students on some of the more complicated issues faced
by our state, special consideration will be given to applicants
from low-performing schools or districts. An application
form, due June 7, 2006 is now available at: http://www.isbe.net/pdf/sac_application.pdf.
Activities of the Student Advisory Council in 2006-2007
are contingent upon final State budget allocations.
Illinois State Board of Education
100 North First Street
Springfield, IL 62777


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Good God, how I love a pageant! Miss USA and Donald Trump always manage to select the finalists with the most compelling passions. Here's what you missed:
First up was the bikini competition. Just kidding! That only looks like a bathing suit. Those "bodyguards" in the background, by the way, wore glasses with blinking red lights on them. It's just one of the dozens of ways the year 2013 has failed us…today.
Hey, there's Olivia Munn.
Kate Middleton…
Brooke Burke?
Jenna Elfman's grandmother?
"This is what I look like lying down!" said Giuliana Rancic to knowing co-host Nick Jonas. No, but really: Giuliana's best line of the night was "We have got a great show for dads – and the whole family."
Best informative voiceover moment:
"Interesting fact here: Kristin said the toughest part about competing in Miss U.S.A. was giving up pasta!"
As it turns out, the easiest part about watching Miss U.S.A. was not giving up pasta. [Vine]
Tragically, I missed a double nip slip, perhaps the night's most viral moment, during my much-tamer-on-the-West Coast telecast – not that I would feel right posting this here anyway.
So THIS got awkward. The Jonas Brothers performed "Pom Poms" during the swimsuit competition. Here's Nick whiffing on the choreography.
No blondes in the Top 6? An outrage!
OH NO. It's Pauly D! "Since this week in Las Vegas is dedicated to Electronic Dance Music," explained Nick Jonas (WHAT?), "everyone's favorite DJ" was on hand to fist pump behind his MacBook Pro.
When asked whether it was a problem that men make more money than women, Miss Utah delivered the night's most profound answer. A transcript:
"We can relate this back to education and how we are continuing to".….[long pause, glances around]…….[a pin drops]….."figure out how to create jobs right now"…..[hours pass]….."especially for men are seen as the leaders of this and so we need to try and figure out how to create education better so we can solve this problem."
I! Don't! Care! I love it.
Congratulations to Miss USA 2013, Connecticut's Erin Brady! Erin is a 25-year-old financial accountant who also plays Marnie on Girls. Appropriately, she will receive her own apartment in New York City for one year. And then she's out on the streets for good!
We are all winners, though. Especially Pauly D. He's a DJ!
Previously: Awkward utterances during the Miss Universe swimsuit competition


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10. Melanie Brown
We know that she was Scary Spice, but some of her whacky do's were just plain don'ts. (Getty Images)
9. Kate Gosselin
Kate's hair confuses us too. It's swoopy in the front, but spiky in the back? (Photo by Dr. Billy Ingram/Getty Images)(Photo by Dr. Billy Ingram/Getty Images)
8. Britney Spears
This photo was taken not too long after Britney went bald back in 2007. We're fairly certain this is weave, and it's not looking too good. (Photo by Toby Canham/Getty Images)
7. Gary Bussey
We're not feeling this one, and it's Gary's typical look. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
6. Jared Leto
This look on Jared Leto calls to mind Christopher Walken. Speaking of which, where is he on this list?? (Getty Images)
5. Tommy Lee
Too much hair gel, Tommy Lee! (Getty Images)
4. Skrillex
We're just confused as to whether it's supposed to be shaved or long. (Getty Images)
3. Pauly D.
This one doesn't need much explanation... (Getty Images)
2. Ke$ha
We think Ke$ha may have been going for 80s hair metal band with this style. (Photo by Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images)
2. Ke$ha
Yes, Ke$ha makes our list twice thanks to this faux hawk she was rocking for a while back in 2010.
1. Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga takes the cake in our Top 10 celebs with the worst hairstyles... on a fairly regular basis. This one in particular reminds us of a bee hive, or a bird's nest. (Getty Images)


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Application-Oriented Networking: Component Integration Allows Flexibility
The Cisco AON state-of-the-art design pre-integrates hardware and software components into a complete subsystem that can be flexibly deployed as an embedded network function in enterprise data centers, service-provider networks, branch offices, or other deployments.
Cisco AON is available in two versions that integrate into the Cisco family of switches and routers:
- Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series Application-Oriented Networking Module, which is a service module that is primarily deployed in the enterprise core and enterprise data centers
- Cisco 2600/2800/3700/3800 Series Application-Oriented Networking Module, which is a network module that is primarily deployed at the branch office
Both the AON SM and the AON NM offer a high level of performance while providing a cost-effective solution to meet enterprise, service provider, and small-and-medium business organization needs. The Cisco AON modules also include software tools for managing and provisioning AON nodes, as well as for designing application policies using a library of "bladelets" that can be configured in different sequences as required. The modules also include a software development kit and API for flexible extension to any custom environment, operation, or format.
Additional Resources
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July 17, 2013 —
LIVINGSTON MANOR, NY — On Monday, July 22 at 1 p.m., the public is invited to join Molly Marquand for a free public program called "Managing the Catskills Garden: Go Native." Meet at Morgan Outdoors and then tour Livingston Manor's Renaissance Park just one block away.
Marquand is the Catskill Regional Invasive Species Partnership Coordinator, based in Arkville.
Learn about invasive species that threaten Catskill natural diversity and ways to stop invasive plants from spreading in the garden. Boost biodiversity by planting Catskill native plants.
RSVP to reserve a place by calling Lisa at 845/439-5507. Seating is limited. Sponsored in cooperation with Livingston Manor Renaissance.
Check out the Catskill Native Plant Society and their upcoming events on facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/Catskill-Native-Plant-Society/166048230216799?ref=nf [1].


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A Pretty Pairing
I'm completely obsessed with the Olympia Le-Tan book clutches and would love to carry the Dracula clutch while wearing this Pamela Love Sacred Heart necklace. Wear this with head-to-toe black and purple lipstick while listening to Karen Elson's The Ghost Who Walks on your headphones.
15 comments:
- Holly Springett said...
Love the Olympia Le-Tan book clutches - would look perfect combined with the Pamela Love necklace!
- February 13, 2011 at 8:16 AM
- Polka Princess said...
What a lovely necklace!! :))
- February 13, 2011 at 8:34 AM
- No Turnip said...
I'm a little obsessed with them too. xx
- February 13, 2011 at 9:28 AM
- Emily said...
I've never seen these book clutches- what a clever idea! Love this with the necklace :)
- February 13, 2011 at 9:57 AM
- camille said...
hey, just checked your blog for the first time, and i really enjoyed it! congrats on a fabulous blog!
- February 13, 2011 at 2:47 PM
- Yajaira said...
- February 13, 2011 at 2:52 PM
- Mae Lu said...
I've been so enjoying your NYFW tweets.
That's all I have to say. Happy Vday, Rebecca. Thanks for being around on the internets. you make it a better place.
Mae Lu @ thereafterish.
- February 13, 2011 at 3:24 PM
- reckless daughter said...
ha! I love that clutch. so cute.
- February 13, 2011 at 4:57 PM
- clothing creature said...
Ahhhh I've been eyeballing those clutches for a while now and want one so badly, but they are bit too pricey for me.
- February 13, 2011 at 5:44 PM
- Anything but Bland said...
i loove that song!
- February 13, 2011 at 5:45 PM
- Mani said...
Aw! That book clutch is such a cute idea :)
- February 13, 2011 at 11:38 PM
- House of Hemingway said...
That is one great necklace! I'm doing a giveaway on my blog if you are interested in a freebie do drop by!! Have a lovely Valentine's Day!
- February 14, 2011 at 7:33 AM
- andrea said...
Olympia Le-Tan's collections always make me swoon... too bad the bags usually go for $1,000+ (which I can understand given the intricate embroidery!).
Have you checked out her darling tumblr?
- February 14, 2011 at 11:47 AM
- Adventures in Fashion said...
That IS a perfect pairing if I ever saw one! I'm so in love with Pamela's pieces, but alas they are out of reach for now... *sigh*
Great post, love!
- February 15, 2011 at 7:18 AM
- Kazuko said...
ah, just got this necklace two weeks ago and don't want to take it off anymore.
Would love to see one of olympia le-tan book clutches in real life. they look really beautiful.
- February 15, 2011 at 12:09 PM


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P&O Cruises will be hosting four Strictly Come Dancing-themed cruises this year, with ports of call in Portugal, Spain, Italy and the Canaries. The cruises will feature performances by professionals from the BBC show and interviews with them to hear first-hand accounts of their experiences with making the show. Passengers will also be able to see some of the costumes from the programme and take part in an exclusive competition.
Telegraph Travel's James Bedding (pictured right) joined P&O's inaugural Strictly Come Dancing cruise and received the following criticism from Craig Revel Horwood, the acerbic judge: "You were nervous, stiff, agitated, wooden – as if you had a rod placed firmly up your a--- and you weren't going to release it."
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Necessity Is The Mother Of Invention
I like to repeat clothes. Pieces that I adore I want to wear again and again immediately and thus try to invent new ways of wearing them. I wore the same jacket, shoes, and bag the past two days with only a few basic changes to differeniate...though really, they're both shirtdresses so it's not that different! :)
Outfit details: jacket- H&M, dress- H&M, tights- some shop in Japan, bag- Pull and Bear, shoes- Urban Outfitters
Outfit details: jacket- H&M, dress- Bershka, scarf- secondhand, shoes- Urban Outfitters, bag- Pull and Bear
48 comments:
- Brigadeiro said...
I'm with you, I love the creativity that ensues when working with only a few pieces in your luggage/wardrobe (which should encourage me to cull, hm...). I have never noticed that you've repeated items, I just love the outfits as a whole. These shots are gorgeous! Especially the ones where you've used the stairs...Brilliant!
- November 18, 2008 at 1:24 AM
- ana b. said...
Well this is wonderful. It just proves to you that the biggest wardrobe in the world is no substitute for an unfailing eye for what looks good and true style! Hurrah for looking amazing in necessities.
- November 18, 2008 at 1:29 AM
- Nicole Then said...
Love the jacket! looks great and so versatile
- November 18, 2008 at 1:32 AM
- mothersvea said...
well you do have a great sense of style!
- November 18, 2008 at 2:10 AM
- Juliet said...
I should do something like that to my wardrobe. It is full of stuff I don't even remember that there is.
juliet xxx
- November 18, 2008 at 2:15 AM
- Miss Urbanita said...
Fantastic first dress!
- November 18, 2008 at 2:43 AM
- detour2mode said...
i have the same jacket and love it too..it's now too cold to wear it though!
- November 18, 2008 at 2:43 AM
- Electro Geisha said...
you look adorable :) i dont even know where to start, and which part of the outfit (both of course) i would pick first!you are always an inspiration :)
- November 18, 2008 at 2:50 AM
- Mama Mima said...
it doesn't really matter, even basics look good on you! love the jacket :)
- November 18, 2008 at 3:13 AM
- muchlove said...
Even with a limited wardrobe, you're always pulling off fab outfits!
I'm frequently wearing pieces of clothing on repeat myself, but it's fun mixing things around! Plus, I get a bit guilty when I shop too much anyway.
- November 18, 2008 at 3:20 AM
- copperoranges said...
i definitely brought way too much clothing with me to college last year. this year i tried to limit myself a bit more, and while i do find myself wishing i had such and such article of clothing, i think it has been more fun and challenging to create looks off of a limited number of pieces. you are looking beautiful my friend!
- November 18, 2008 at 5:17 AM
- Dapper Kid said...
Love both shirt dresses! And it's so true, when you have less to choose from, you have to be creative. But luckily it opens you to more possibilities and you appreciate what you have more :)
- November 18, 2008 at 5:22 AM
- yiqin; said...
Ah I love repeating clothes too! I don't get why people dont wear just after once! So weird. & I love the color of your shoes :)
- November 18, 2008 at 5:52 AM
- Fannah said...
I don't wear the same thing(s) two times in a row, but then wear it again the day after and combine it totally differently =) by the way, just wondering if you would want to link me. I already put you in my favorite blogs-list.. it's not necessary and I won't kick you off the list if you don't link me back =p but it would be nice..
- November 18, 2008 at 6:37 AM
- Claire said...
I've noticed that too! Being limited leads to more creativity. Sounds like Greece is awesome, totally different! Hope you're enjoying it!
- November 18, 2008 at 6:50 AM
- Desperately Seeking Awesome said...
I'm going to have to beg you about packing advice. I am going home for xmas in a month, and can only bring one suitcase(that I will have to share with my puppy!)
also,I may have to steal your haircut the next time im in a salon.
- November 18, 2008 at 7:05 AM
- Kvestelser said...
The shirtdresses looks cute, and the green bad/red dress combination is interesting in a very good way ^^
I think I know what you mean; When I was at a jazz festival this summer, I wore one skirt (it was three-four days) almost every single day, changing shirts, tights and jackets only. And I felt really stylish, even though I had so few choices! It was sort of a relief, coming to that from an overfilled closet...
- November 18, 2008 at 7:28 AM
- kiran said...
this might be a silly question, especially because i hate artificial "must have" lists- but i want to cull from your living-out-of-a-suitcase expertise a little bit..
i'm a law student and next semester i'm traveling to vienna for a week to participate in an arbitration competition (i'll need to be all suited up- i can handle that part) but i need downtime clothes AND i'm staying in the area for an extra 10 days to travel (again, need to be packing lightly), ideally- i'm aiming to do only one carry-on--- any advice? maybe what kind of shoe you've found to be more versatile? or whether you think a cardigan is more versatile than a casual blazer? what do you find yourself reaching for most often? i'm used to having my immense closet at my fingertips at all times...
- November 18, 2008 at 7:44 AM
- Q's Daydream said...
That jacket is too cute, I love it! :o)
- November 18, 2008 at 7:48 AM
- Lisa said...
style comes from within.
even these fashionista's with chanel's and endless amounts of money just end up looking like a walking label.
you dress from within and that is all that matters.
if anything it just goes to show how amazing your style + you are.
soak up this amazing experience.
your inspiration is forever displayed.
- November 18, 2008 at 8:47 AM
- Nadine said...
I love how you wear the H&M sweater. It looks so good!
- November 18, 2008 at 8:55 AM
- -k said...
Totally agree with your sentiments. It's the opposite of what I'm going through at the moment. I have a closet full of clothes and nothing to wear!
- November 18, 2008 at 10:05 AM
- lisa said...
You look adorable as always; I love the red shirtdress. And why shouldn't you want to wear pieces over and over again if you only buy what you love? Or at least that's what I do. :P
- November 18, 2008 at 10:38 AM
- Divinity Avenue said...
I saw that outfit on Lookbook yesterday! I always like to spot you there...
Having a limited wardrobe definitely does encourage creativity, which I think is always a good thing.
- November 18, 2008 at 11:00 AM
- the Yellow Elephant said...
Sweet, relaxing and comfy outfits. I really like the purse from Pull and bear. I believe that if you have the creativity, basic clothes can be fun and personal as well. you are a perfect example on that, Rebecca!
- November 18, 2008 at 11:23 AM
- In-tree-gue said...
I love trying to put things together pieces in different ways. You did a good job with those outfits =)
- November 18, 2008 at 11:49 AM
- Mer said...
I like the red dress
- November 18, 2008 at 12:03 PM
- Hot Bot said...
Bershka and Pull and Bear! I miss Europe so much.
It's funny you say that, because me and my little spoiled self is cold right now. It's only 76, really windy, and raining. But I'm coooold! Haha, you can tell where I live.
- November 18, 2008 at 12:08 PM
- TRAVELSHOP said...
Nice blog...
The Secret Face ©
- November 18, 2008 at 12:17 PM
- zuz said...
I love the colors
- November 18, 2008 at 12:49 PM
- KD said...
I like both outfits! :-)
- November 18, 2008 at 2:31 PM
- enc said...
The dresses make for vastly different looks.
Having fewer items in one's wardrobe can really be liberating.
- November 18, 2008 at 4:38 PM
- Miss Karen said...
What a perfect jacket! I think sometimes we rely too heavily on the quantity of our wardrobe to get us through an outfit, it's a lot more challenging to come up with different looks with the same pieces and I think in our wasteful society, we need to get back in touch with our sartorial creativity and work with what we've got.
- November 18, 2008 at 4:42 PM
- Wanderlusting said...
You are the CUTEST!
I totally buy new clothes but then keep wearing the same ones over and over.
On my blog right now I am doing a fashion challenge and would love for YOU to take part.
Basically I had my readers pick which five Iconic Style look (ie Euro Chic, Gamine) they wanted me to try out for a week. Each day this week I wear one, then THIS Friday I post pictures and people vote which style suited me best.
Then I randomnly choose a winner from the comments and they get a gift package (earrings, deluxe samples, etc).
I just highly recommend taking part in the challenge because you end up wearing clothes you had forgotten about in ways you never thought you would yet you still look effortlessly put-together.
You have THE LOOK.
I just figure you look so good, you'd be a natural at it :P
- November 18, 2008 at 4:49 PM
- lacouturiernyc said...
love love love it. its sooo chic!
La C
- November 18, 2008 at 4:51 PM
- Eyeliah @ stylesymmetry.com said...
You are doing very well with basics only.
- November 18, 2008 at 5:42 PM
- Angela said...
You're right! It's great to be deprived of endless clothing possibilities sometimes because it really gives you the opportunity to work with what ya got!
And of course, you must find creative ways to make your small amount of clothes stretch into various outfits!
- November 18, 2008 at 5:44 PM
- Tahda said...
so cute. I love reworking past outfits, it forces you to be creative.
PS: wow. look how long your hair is getting!
- November 18, 2008 at 5:50 PM
- Shen-Shen said...
I love the jacket, and your hair looks so cute here!
- November 18, 2008 at 7:38 PM
- Eve said...
You are very creative with your clothes! I wish I could be so open to having a limited amount of clothes! I love that jacket!
- November 18, 2008 at 7:41 PM
- Cecilia said...
love the second outfit! The red really stands out
- November 18, 2008 at 8:44 PM
- Brittany Noel said...
I love that you can make almost them same outfit look totally different with just one or two changes. Really great inspiration!
I'm having my giveaway this week :)
- November 18, 2008 at 9:12 PM
- Amelia said...
I can't imagine being without my full wardrobe for so long. You do an amazing job considering. I love the new jacket.
- November 18, 2008 at 10:32 PM
- Songy said...
funnily enough that jacket looks different. I like both looks.
- November 18, 2008 at 11:32 PM
- StrikeMatch said...
It's funny how when circumstances change, your attitude towards things can completely change too, in what seems like a heartbeat.
I've been wearing the same jeans for three days. And I'm too tired to care. Your version is heaps more elegant.
- November 19, 2008 at 12:07 AM
- LJ said...
I know what you mean, when I went on holiday down south for a couple of days in the mid term breaks I had so much fun deciding what to wear each day out of such a limited wardrobe. I love certain items that I do not wear enough and it gives me the chance to just indulge.
- November 19, 2008 at 1:37 AM
- Miss Woo said...
Lovely outfit :)
And I'm feeling the same at the moment, its actually quite refreshing to just rework my favourite items and not worry about what to wear everyday!
- November 19, 2008 at 12:15 PM
- Andy said...
I really like the tartan things and your blazer!
new post on my blog, check it out, it's been a while ;))
- November 19, 2008 at 12:21 PM


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By Trooper Ruben San Miguel & Tami Troell
School starts next week. As drivers, we need to become increasingly aware of the movement of children in our area either as pedestrians or on a school bus. Operators must know the law with regard of school zones as well as school buses.
Goliad has four recognized school zones. The first is located on Pearl Street and U.S. Highway 59 and stretches from near San Patricio to Washington streets. This area is marked with flashing school zone signs that operate in the early morning and in the afternoon. This zone has a posted speed limit of 20 mph while the sign is flashing and remains this speed until the driver has reached the "School Zone Ends" sign.
The second zone is located near the Goliad Elementary School campus. You will need to look for the corresponding signs on the various streets surrounding the area.
The posted speed limit in this area is 20 mph for the entire school day (7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.) if school is in session.
The third and fourth zones are near the middle and high schools. The same speed limit of 20 mph is in effect for both areas for the entire school day while school is in session (the zones do not apply on weekends, school vacations or holidays).
Receiving a speeding citation in an active school zone will result in a traffic fine double the normal fee.
An operator may not use a cell phone device in a school zone. TRC 545.4252 states that it is a violation of law to use a wireless communication device while operating a vehicle on the school property that has been designated as a school crossing zone during the time of reduced speed limit is in effect. Permitted usage would be utilizing a hands-free device, using the cell phone while the vehicle is stopped (parked and not waiting at a stop sign), or making a call for an emergency response service. A driver can be fined up to $500 for this violation of law.
Finally, a driver is required to understand the laws surrounding a school bus loading and unloading.
A school bus is equipped with both flashing yellow and flashing red lights. Just as these lights require traffic to slow and/or stop on a regular traffic signal, the bus's lights have the same meaning.
In addition to the flashing lights, many buses are also equipped with a stop sign that extends when the door is opened. This stop sign has the same weight as that octagon sign posted at an intersection. It means "Stop" for all traffic behind and advancing towards the bus.
TRC 545.066 requires an operator of a vehicle approaching from either direction of a school bus either receiving or discharging a student to stop before reaching the bus and do not proceed until any of the following occur: the bus resumes motion; the operator is signaled by the bus driver to proceed; or the visual signal is no longer activated.
The only vehicles not required to stop for a school bus are vehicles on a separate roadway – a roadway that is separated by either a raised median or an intervening space for which the operation of a vehicle is prohibited.
A roadway is not considered separated when the lanes are only separated by a left turn lane such as is found on Pearl Street. Therefore, a driver approaching a bus stopped on Pearl Street is required to stop and follow the usual rules.
We have heard complaints from several drivers who are regularly passed by vehicle operators while the school bus is loading and/or unloading students. One bus calculated an average of 15 times per week his bus was passed when all drivers were required to stop. Another driver said that six was his average per week.
Drivers who disregard an active school bus stop are putting the lives of innocent children at risk. An offense under this law is punishable by a fine up to $1,250. There are enhancements for subsequent violations as well as for injury or death to a child.
Our children are blessings that need to be protected. With school starting, please make a conscious effort to obey all traffic laws regarding school zones. Please be cognizant of the school bus stops and follow the law regarding these areas. Don't allow negligent driving to hurt or kill a child.
If you have a question about traffic laws, you can submit them to firstname.lastname@example.com, email@example.com or www.facebook.com/happytroells.


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So I won this round (I missed out on voting )....But since I picked the last round, I'm going to pass my pick on to someone else to make it fair and keep it interesting.
1. Flip what is given to you.
No acapellas, No samples from other songs. Chop up and add kicks and snares as much as you want but USE THE SAMPLE.
2. No songs in pass the deadline.
3. DO NOT submit your entry until the day of the deadline.
Which is at 12AM EST. Friday, 9th but not before. Deadlines will always end at 11:59 PM. EST the night of....
4. Winner picks the original song for the next round.
Or He/She can pass the pick to someone else.
5. Submit you're songs on your MySpace page....
This is a new rule by popular demand so now we are submitting our song using MySpace pages.
1. 1st entry is your final entry.
2. No entries after the deadline.
3. Voting will start Saturday March 10th @ 12AM EST. and End Sunday March 11th @ 10AM EST.
4. We'll vote by simply stating the name of the person. Please be sure when you vote and do not edit it.
I will try to monitor it and I will record the votes as they are posted.....so please think it over before you post it.
5. YOU CANNOT vote for yourself.
Like I said I'm going to pass my vote and I think I'm going to pass it to...........
Sanka because he always participates and has some dope entries.
So Sanka...it's on you buddy....what's it going to be, A Capella or Original for a beat?


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Powhatan Point plagued by financial problems
POWHATAN POINT – The village's financial situation was the major topic discussed Tuesday night by Powhatan Village Council, which also approved two ordinances.
As the treasurer's report was studied, it was noted by Clerk-Treasurer Lisa Armann-Blue that there will be a loss of about $40,000 in income tax in 2014. The revenue loss is due to the offices of Murray Energy and the Powhatan Elementary School being moved outside the village. Council noted that property taxes also will go down, citing the move of the two businesses.
In preparing the 2014 calendar year budget, Armann-Blue said she will reduce the general fund amount by $40,000 to $310,000 for the year. Council voted 6-0 to accept the budget.
Council unanimously adopted two ordinances on an emergency basis.
The first ordinance authorizes a contract with Trigg Construction Home Improvement, Bellaire, for repairs to the municipal building, fire station and garage. The job was bid at $20, 635.
The second ordinance authorizes a contract with A-1 Blacktop and Repair, Wheeling, for asphalt work. The firm is to patch four areas, seal and repaint lines at a cost of $3,500.
Councilman Dave Walters, reporting on the grant from JB Green Team, said that due to the financial situation of the village, the grant purchases have been amended. The 12 benches originally proposed were scaled back to eight. Seven of the benches will be placed at the marina and one at Community Park. The number of trash containers and bench pads also were reduced. According to Walters, the eight concrete bench pads will cost an estimated $425. Total cost of the equipment is $5,489.50. Labor costs are not included nor is there an estimate. The grant is in the amount of $5,000,and $2,500 has been donated toward the project.
On a motion by Walters, the recycled equipment will be purchased from Polly Products of Mulliken, Mich.
Reporting on the grant application for restroom repairs at the marina, it was noted that documents had been signed by Mayor Mark McVey and will go out in today's mail.
Armann-Blue, representing the village park district, announced a youth swim from 7-10 tonight; a swim will be held Thursday from 7-10 for adults age 30 and over.
McVey reminded council of the Aug. 7 deadline for persons to have their petitions to the board of elections if they plan to run for office.
Four Powhatan village council seats will be available.
At the request of the mayor, council entered into executive session to discuss personnel with regard to hiring. No action was taken as a result of the session.
Visitors to the meeting included Becky Bier and Louis Krempasky.
Bier questioned council about a lien against a "sliver of land" adjacent to property she plans to purchase. McVey plans to talk to the village solicitor about matter.
Krempasky questioned the lack of action concerning tall grass and junk cars on properties near his Mellott Street home. His questions were referred to the police chief.
Council's next regular meeting is scheduled for Aug. 6, beginning at 6 p.m.