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My paint can kept clogging up the other day. Can anyone help me? Thanks.
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My paint can kept clogging up the other day. Can anyone help me? Thanks.
let me guess Rustoleum.
Those things clog up worse that any other kind of paint I know. I am ususlly lucky to get 25% of the can used.
its not the can its the cap...ur supposed to clear the cap after use...swap the cap out and itll work
I have had horrible luck with my Royal Blue cans in the past from Rustoleum. Even on the first use, they clog up as I was using it. Tried switching out the heads, cleaning them all kinds of stuff but the basic Rustoleum in the white can have a design problem.
Like you said the Painters Touch and the 2X don't do it. I think they use a cheaper design of the can in thier base line.
yeh they did...recently I bought some primer and something else normal and it had the 2x painters touch design with the bigger cap...I do get some that do what your talking about as far as primer dark grey they get 2/3 to 1/4 full and clogg up
Are you turning it upside down and spraying it to clear the nozzle when you're done? The only paint I've had problems with is the line striping yellow.
Yep, cleaning it out.
These will clog up on you while you are using it the first time. The clogging I could deal with, the thing that got me irratated was when it started to drip aroung the nozzle, and not little drips. I finally just decided that was the price of using that style can and lived with it. Lifes too short to let a 3 dollar paint can ruin your day.
Cans can clog as well , the way to clean them is to get a bamboo scewer and gently push the tip in to the valve (Note this is for Female cans for male cans just push the valve down with out the cap on it and it should clean out the clogged paint) the paint will spray out so, direct the spray on to old news paper or some thing , if its the cap , for acrylics soak in metho if its for enamels soak in white spirts, (white spirits will work also on acrylic laqures )
but you see that is a ton of work for a 3 dollar can of spray paint. lol
I got a can of spruce green recently, and it had a new wide nozzle on it... Sprayed like a dream... Hoping that this is going to be done to all of the paints. The only kind besides the 'new nozzle' type that I HAVEN'T had trouble with is the aluminum bright coat.
I'm going to buy a new can of royal blue.
Man tried clearing out a can of rusto primer but its about 95% full and its clogged up its got a male top any tips BGHunter?


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Sheriff Says Key Isla Vista Deltopia Vandal Still Being Sought
Calls young male suspect who threw a brick through a van window the 'number one' person he wants arrested
ISLA VISTA, Calif. - NewsChannel 3 video shows the person Sheriff Bill Brown calls the "number one" person he wants to arrest three days after the Isla Vista Deltopia riot.
The young male is seen picking up a brick and throwing it through a van window. The vehicle was the focus of a rowdy, destructive crowd. Damage is expected to be in the thousands of dollars. It's unknown why the van was targeted.
Sheriff Bill Brown told the Santa Barbara County Supervisors, the person caught on camera is actively being sought.
The images have been shown repeatedly in NewsChannel 3 coverage, but an inspection of unpublished pictures, shows the suspect yelling into a camera with his face in clear view.
The two images have now been aired side by side.
He is a young male wearing a black Deltopia hat.
The melee resulted in 130 arrests, over 40 people were hospitalized, and six law officers were wounded including one who required 20 stitches to his head.
Brown said the four hour street conflict required him to call in over 100 additional officers from surrounding agencies, including the California Highway Patrol, Ventura County Sheriff, Santa Barbara, Oxnard, Lompoc, and Santa Maria Police, and also State Parks Rangers.
Many of those booked on criminal violations are expected to appear this week in Santa Barbara Superior Court for their arraignments.
District Attorney Joyce Dudley, Tuesday, said her office was still receiving the files on those arrested from the Sheriff's department.
Brown says most of those booked for suspected crimes were from out of the area, but there were also many students from UC Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara City College who were also part of the alleged criminal activity.

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Moves to dampen surging house prices - especially in the Auckland market - came from two directions yesterday.
The Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank revealed the bank was looking at new tools to cool demand for houses, including limiting 100 per cent mortgages.
Grant Spencer indicated the bank was considering measures to regulate bank lending and reduce the risk of a housing bubble, with a public consultation document to be released in March. One of the more controversial measures could involve the introduction of loan value ratio restrictions which would limit the ability of banks to lend buyers up to 100 per cent of a property's value.
The bank will also look at "risk weighting" or the amount of capital banks need to set aside to cover losses.
At the same time, Prime Minister John Key reiterated his Government's determination to force councils to open up land for new houses, which it hopes will ease the pressure on record prices.
He effectively threatened to legislate if councils do not do what the Government wants in order to get more houses built more cheaply.
"If councils aren't able to change their planning processes, then the Government would have to get a lot more proactive because we are very serious about resolving this issue."
The Prime Minister's comments came as housing affordability became a hotter political issue.
They were immediately condemned by Auckland Deputy Mayor Penny Hulse, who pointed the finger at the Government for a lack of action.
But Mr Key, speaking during his state of the nation speech on the North Shore yesterday, said it was absurd that developers could wait six to 18 months for a resource consent.
"It's ridiculous that we allow councils to demand almost anything as a condition for the consent. Unless these sorts of issues are dealt with there won't be more affordable housing built."
However, Ms Hulse, who was in the audience for the speech, maintained that the Government was to blame for not helping the council to speed up the process in the Auckland region.
And she said the community, including Mr Key's own neighbourhood of Parnell, demanded to be involved in the process.
Ms Hulse said the proposed planning rules in the unitary plan (an amalgamation of former district plans) would provide many of the answers needed to speed up the process by cutting red tape and simplifying processes. She said it should be given legal effect as soon as the plan is publicly notified in September or October.
But the Government was making the council wait for three more years to 2016 before it could take effect.
"We've got three more years of frustration.
"The key thing we need now is for the Government to be genuine about making a difference and allowing that unitary plan to have legal weight as soon as it is notified at the end of the year."
Affordable housing is becoming a political battleground, with the latest Herald-DigiPoll survey showing strong support for Labour's promise to build 100,000 houses in 10 years.
And the Greens issued a home-buying plan this week that would allow low and middle income earners a way to buy a government-built home without a deposit or a mortgage.
Meanwhile, renewed price-cutting by two banks this week is likely to spark even lower offers.
ASB led the way on Monday, reducing its rates fixed for three, four and five years by 0.15 per cent. Its four-year rate became the market leader at 5.95 per cent.
Westpac is offering 4.99 per cent fixed for two years.
Mortgage approvals reached their highest levels in almost four years last month as people rushed to make the most of low interest rates.


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Hope swimmers counted three honorable mention All-America performances at the NCAA Division III championships which concluded this past Saturday in Indianapolis. The top eight performances at nationals are declared All-America while ninth through 16th is considered honorable mention All-America. Hope's All-America performances were:
* Junior Josh Grabijas (Howell/Howell HS) was 12th in the marathon 1,650-yard freestyle (15:55.31). Competing at nationals for a third consecutive year, he was 17th as a sophomore and 18th as a freshman.
* Junior Libby Westrate (Grandville/Grandville HS) was 13th in the 50-yard freestyle (:23.74). Competing at nationals for the third consecutive year, Westrate was 20th as a sophomore and 18th as a freshman.
* The women's 800-yard freestyle relay finished 12th. The quartet of senior Sarah Sohn (Arlington Heights, Ill./Prospect HS), junior Erin Holstad (Traverse City/Traverse City West HS, senior Chelsea Wiese (Rochester/Rochester Adams HS); and junior Libby Westrate (Grandville/Grandville HS) was timed in 7:39.73.
Coached by John Patnott, the Flying Dutch finished 38th in the women's standings with 14 points while the Flying Dutchmen were 45th with five points.


text: So I noticed the other day that one of my hives seems to have a lot of fecal spotting on the front and landing board. So this would be a strong indication of Nosema? But it might not be Nosema? How can I definitively determine the cause? What options are there for this this time of the year? It's too cold to feed syrup.


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#31 Tue 03 Feb 09 6:09pm
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Re: Milk is really weird, isn't it
Yeah, like someone who passes out having a blood sample taken, then goes home and eats liver and black pudding.
We're a funny lot. I wonder who was the first person to try eating tripe? More to the point, I wonder what was rejected?
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#32 Tue 03 Feb 09 6:11pm
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Re: Milk is really weird, isn't it
someone in very desperate times I imagine!
#33 Tue 03 Feb 09 7:18pm
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Re: Milk is really weird, isn't it
When I was a kid I would avoid milk, only once do I remember going to the fridge at my grandmother's and purposefully pouring myself a glass of milk. In those days they weer setting of mad bombs in the southwest which radiateded all the western farm land. But in general, I definitely feel better not eating dairy. I happen to like soy in tea and other drinks or foods, and it replenishes estrogen. Calcium is abundant in many other foods, and I too have heard calcium from cows milk isn't at all good for us, sesame and dark leafy greens are the best supposedly. Goats milk for dairy is best for us, the goats being closer to us in size, I've heard. But I'm allergic to many things. Do what feels best for you, the sky's the limit!!
#34 Tue 03 Feb 09 7:43pm
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Re: Milk is really weird, isn't it
I had lactose intolerance, and in the past 6 months I'm finding I've pretty much grown out of it however coming back to milk is a bit odd for me - i'll use it in cooking but won't drink it. Even before I'd only have it hot on cereal and now I opt for water on my porridge
#35 Tue 03 Feb 09 10:58pm
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Re: Milk is really weird, isn't it
I remember being offered a big aperitivo glass of milk, full to the edge, coming directly from the morning milking, raw fresh milk kept cool in big tanks immerged in fountain running water, it was a joy simple and hard to forget
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#36 Wed 04 Feb 09 12:14am
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Re: Milk is really weird, isn't it
When I was at school (a long time ago...I am over 50) we used to have milk for morning tea . It was delivered before school and then usually left in a sunny spot until we came out for playlunch. It was usually warm by then and you were made to drink it! I don't remember anyone being lactose intolerant in those days Everyone seemed to just drink the milk because "it was good for you". I think as a kid back then you didn't have a lot of choice!
Actually , we used to buy straws which were lined with chocolate and drink the milk through that...it improved the flavour. I have noticed that these straws are back on the market.
These days I find full cream milk too creamy for me and I usually drink the 2% fat variety...I very rarely drink milk straight , usually it tea or coffee.


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Hello All,
I am Very New to beekeeping. Up until yesterday i didnt have any bees.
I have been reading thses forums for a few days. i am a hobbist woodworker i have made
some parts for a local beekeeper.
bottoms and tops .
well yesterday i went looking for some old hive boxs so i could make me some for this next year so i could raise some bees.
i bought 4 boxs with with 2 tops and bottoms.
on the way home i remembered some hives i had seen out in a pasture for a long time so i went to talk to the guy about bees.
well he had lost interest in bees so he gave me the hives. i came back to get them later that day there was 8 complete hives with supers and all.and like 6 very small
boxes (nucs) i think.
well 4 of the big hives and 2 small ones still have bees LOL.
( he said he hasent even went to look at the boxes since LAST fall so these bees have been on there own going on there second winter the full size ones where heavy
like around 200lbs with supers on them .
but my problem is the small ones that have bees are real light i didnt open any of them but i can hear bees in them.
i am afriad the small boxs will starve.
and i read its to cold to feed them.
so what do i do. Help !!!


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1.17 is probably the last patch, here's my impressions[ Edited ]
Here's a thread regarding my impressions of the patch and also some explaination regarding other things.
- Free-to-play: First of all, for those saying this isn't a good thing. It is. It means that there is a boost in the MP pool (Meaning that you can find more people near your location, which means less latency to that effect) and it gets people to consider grabbing the full game whether it's digital or retail. All the competitive modes are unlocked (co-op modes not included) so it means that it will be easier to find people in modes such as classic mode or even TDM. Sure there is monetizing with the micro-transactions but honetly, it isn't expected for a game that went F2P. There will be micro-transactions.
- Colours: One of the best improvements to the patch. It means people are not limited to some very dull colours. It means more freedom in terms of customisation. It's not a gameplay element to brag about but to some people they do give a toss about what colour shirt they want their Reporter Elena to wear.
- Technical issues: I pretty much cannot talk much about this since I have no idea what technical issues were covered. As far as I know, according to Robert Cogburn's twitter it covers the Dead Body glitch and the airwalk glitch. As far as the dead body glitch goes I do not expect it to be fixed. Reason being that it was never fixed in UC2 and while I hopefully expect the patch to at least minimise dead body glitches, I don't expect them going away. Air walk I'm glad to see gone but time will tell if the technical fixes will indeed fix the issues at hand.
I'm very disappointed that there was no technical issues list put up. I would have liked to see what was fixed and what wasn't. As far as I'm aware, I don't know if it even fixed party splits.
Edit: Cogburn has replied to this thread regarding the dead body glitch and air walk glitch.
cog182 wrote:
Air and dead body glitch are fixed.
- Team Objectives and Plunder medals removed: This is another good thing. One of the reasons why people used TO and Plunder was to farm for boosters. With most of the medals required for boosters gone it means that people will have to resort to TDM or classic mode to level their boosters up,
It's sad that they did not remove the Assassin medal since that one covers cloaked but this is a great step. To make matters a lot better objective and plunder medals were given buffs, it means that people will play the objective properly. None shall pass was a significantly hard trophy to get. Now it's a lot easier. if you have already got it, give yourself a pat on the back anyway. You did it the hard way, you should be proud of that. Note that this won't get rid of kill farming as there are still treasures to collect in those modes but it's a great step in the right direction.
Edit: Turns out that oh snap medals are required for the assassin medal so in effect cloaked boosting is ineffective in TO and Plunder. That's great!
- Lab maps and labs: More lab maps per lab. That's great. AND adding the lab maps into custom games for later too. This is also a great addition for other reasons.
- Tournament additions: One thing I don't have interest in is about is the platinum tournament. For me I wasn't a big fan of the tournament system when it was first announced. I was meh. The way to get points was either through TDM, 3TDM or through classic mode. Not only that you had to play by yourself to get more points. So it's suffice to say I am very meh over the tournament updates.
- Leaderboard reset: Not a full on reset but it will do. It's only for people whom are inactive. Most of the people whom glitched their way to the top have also been removed so that's one slate wiped. Not exciting but it's a nice to have thing.
- The red paw: It's a nice gesture. I found it weird to me but I'm sure it will grow on me over time. Not a big issue for me.
Now I will get to why I made a separate thread.
I suspect that this might be the last patch ND does. It hasn't been this big of a patch since the 1.13 patch. While it would be nice for ND to continue to fix the game, I suspect that they most likely want to focus on other things such as finishing up The Last of Us and working on their PS4 project (could be Uncharted or it could be a new ip, who knows).
At any rate we shouldn't expect anything more from ND in terms of patches and any patches included should be welcomed (unless it is a 1.05 fiasco patch). If you're happy or unhappy with the latest patch, that's your concern. I wasn't wowed over completely but I was ok with it.
Now I've noticed some people aren't happy with some things with the game such as micro-transactions or that the game has gone F2P was their most disappointing news, the reaction to me was just very disappointing as I expected a better reaction to the patch and the F2P version. With regards to micro-transactions. I'm sorry but I absolutely do not care. It does not affect me so why should I complain about it? You can buy stuff that you worked hard for, so? You can still work hard to unlock those items. I care about technical fixes. Not how ND makes money. I also don't care if you got a problem with it. It's your problem, not mine. I've also said why F2P was a good thing. I won't repeat myself here. When it comes to a F2P model, expect micro-transactions.
TL;DR, patch 1.17 has highs and lows, I say why I think this might be the last patch and why I am not happy with the reaction from some people. Long read but I thought about this when writing it.
Re: 1.17 is probably the last patch, here's my impressions
There are a lot of issues that haven't been fixed, but instead sugar coated with things that were't asked for for e.g the Tournament Tickets, stat hats etc. It's always been about TDM mainly, and that's a shame.
TLOU better have at least 2-3 patches and that's it. No need for 15+ and not still having unsolved problems and fixing things that break things further
Re: 1.17 is probably the last patch, here's my impressions
Re: 1.17 is probably the last patch, here's my impressions
I-XxOneEaglexX-I wrote:
this patch is verry bad like ND nothing lool revolution multiplayer xddd zer000
Yeah, it's very "bad", because you are an Ibiza fanboy.
Re: 1.17 is probably the last patch, here's my impressions
Re: 1.17 is probably the last patch, here's my impressions
I'm glad happy with the addition of labs being in custom games & rotation of labs in public matches.
The medal buffs & removals were good & needed.
Colors are welcomed but the novelty will wear thin after a week.
Overall this patch was nothing more than an incremental update unlike "The Huge patch that's pushing things to their limits that they needed to skip over 1.16 to 1.17" according to Eric.
Re: 1.17 is probably the last patch, here's my impressions
@tack I was disappointed in the communities general reaction too.
Re: 1.17 is probably the last patch, here's my impressions
Cloaked was removed. the prerequisite to assassin is getting the snapped medals. you MUST get them to get the assassin medal.
ND reads their tweets.
Tweet to them the need for an All competitive playlist. Maybe they'll listen.


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The main means of transport (metro, bus and taxi) are a few minutes from the apartment, very well connected to the Stazione Termini (main train station).
The apartment is located in a leafy, quiet residential area where you can walk to the main archaeological sites of Ancient Rome, to report to 200 mt. the beautiful park of Villa Celimontana.
The double rooms are spacious and perfect in every detail, they are quiet and comfortable. furnished with simple and elegant style, with private bathroom with shower, hair dryer, television screen 32'' and wireless Internet access (20 mega bytes).
Breakfast is served at the bar at 'corner adjacent to the structure.
HázirendCheck-in is from 14.00 to 19.00
The check-in times are subject to a surcharge of € 20.00 =
Check-out is from 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Pets are not allowed.
The structure is entirely NO SMOKING.
Cleaning is daily.
The linen is changed every 5 days.
Tourist tax € 3.50 per person per day =
Children under 10 are free.
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So we arrived at the Blue Room about an hour later than we expected. As soon as we arrived Andrea was waiting for us at the bus stop. He pointed out a few things to us regarding our stay. The room was perfected for what we needed, a place to shower and sleep for a few days while exploring Rome. Andrea was very helpful with everything, and provided all that was necessary. The apartment is located in a very convenient area close to the bus stop, and places to eat. The only thing that was a bit of a negative was the fact that sharing a hallway with other guests was a little noisy at times due to keys and locks that were a bit antique made a lot of noise. Overall a great place to stay.
We injoyed Rome and staying at the blue room very much
Carla is a very sweet and helpful lady. The blue room is perfectly situated. Close to everything - nice restaurants, shopping and bus lines. Wee will definitely come back and stay there
It was a pleasure to live in Andrea&Carla apartment. It was very quiet, clean and close to the Coloseum place. Andrea was very helpfull during our stay. Thank you very much :) Grazie!
Andrea was very nice and helpful. He was already waiting for when we arrived and shwed us the appartment and made a tour with us in the near surrounding with excellent information about public transportation and restaurants.
The appartment is located very convenient; just a ten minute walk from the Collosseum. Breakfast close by is small but good. We really can recommend that appartment; it was a very good stay.
A nice place to be - short way to the Colosseum, to good restaurants but not loud or something.
The hosts are caring and help where they can - would go there again without a doubt!
Carla was very secure. From the information how to get to the B&B, the information about the neighbourhood and the usage of the B&B. She knew exactly what we needed.
The B&B was allright. Beds were clean and own bathroom was very convenient
Keep it this way, Carla!
I used many times to find a place through Wimdu and this place was one of the best one!
Very close to Colossum and walking distance to all the center area. Very safe too.
The room was very clean, big, quite and warm. Bed was comfortable and clean blanket. The bath was also very clean and nice.
Andrea also cleaned our place everyday which I never expected it. I got a treatment as more than 4 stars hotel from host.
I will definitely recommand this place to all of my friends/coworkers and if I visit Rome again in future, this is THE PLACE that I want to stay again for sure!!!
La chambre est propre, spacieuse. Pour info la salle de bain n,'est pas dans la chambre, mais cela ne nous a pas du tout dérangé. Andréa et Carla ont été très arrangeant malgré notre arrivée tardive. Malheureusement on n'a pas pu les voir, c'est Oliviero ,leur ami qui nous a accueilli. Il est très sympa, nous a bien informé. La chambre est bien située, à moins de 10 minutes à pied du Colisée. Bus et métro très proche. Je recommande vivement ce bien
Carla hat uns von der Bushaltestelle abgeholt und uns gleich alles erklärt und gezeigt. Ihre Tipps, wo man in der Nähe gut Essen gehen kann sollte man unbedingt nutzen!! :-)
Die Unterkunft ist wie beschrieben, sehr schön und zentral, man kann alles zu Fuß erreichen (10 Minuten zum Colloseum). Das Bad ist zwar nicht ans Zimmer angrenzend, sondern gegenüber, aber zur privaten Nutzung, daher ist das überhaupt kein Problem.
Ich kann diese Unterkunft wärmstens weiterempfehlen und werde bei meinem nächsten Romaufenthalt wieder bei Andrea und Carla buchen!
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Danger Mouse (né Brian Burton) had a pretty good run through the '00s, a decade that saw him go from a mash-up nobody to producer du jour for a motley assortment of artists. He may have found the perfect partner in the Shins' James Mercer, whose moody pop sensibilities complement Mouse's muted time-capsule colors.
Their debut as Broken Bells actually gives a good name to a term as lame as "folktronica," merging acoustic guitars with distorto drum loops, mangy organs, and a host of blips and bleeps that punctuate the fringes with garbled experimentation. The dour sonic kaleidoscope of the record is undeniably Mouse's, and it even echoes past projects: "The Ghost Inside," with Mercer's pinched Damon Albarn–esque falsetto, recalls Gorillaz circaDemon Days, and the dreamy, soothing psychedelia of "Your Head Is on Fire" is very much on an æsthetic par with Beck's Modern Guilt.
Mercer haunts this thing, however, from the handclap-propelled "The High Road" through the windswept desert terrain of "Mongrel Heart," intoning, "The longer we wait around, the faster the years go by" and "This is a day without a trace of reason." It's a lasting example of carpe diem songmaking caught in the slog of regret and the past — which in fact isn't past, as William Faulkner or Mercer would remind us, but can still make for great pop music.
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the Giants D needs to improve all the way around. If they have another year 2012 it wont matter if Osi is on the team or not.
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I guess the 40 whiners were the better team in week 6 too when they lost 26-3. Alex Smith's 3 INT's were all flukes. And poor Frank Gore had a whopping 36 yards rushing. Nice job backing up your mouth with your play Frank.
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This is exactly why coaches do not want to release injury reports every week.
Watch Kyle Williams have the same stupid sentiment when the Ravens hand them a devastating loss on Sunday. I would not expect Jim to be sour grapes against his brother though or we will see.


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This outlook is being written a good 45 days later than when "What to Expect in 2013…" was written over a year ago. It is amazing how much can happen in that short time frame and can influence one's view of the next year. If I let another 45 days pass I am sure there would be some things that would change. I believe the risks are to the upside on more positive news on the economy but at some point that news could affect Fed action. Much of what could happen this coming year is influenced by what is going on in the energy sector. Middle East economies, of course, but also inflation, GDP growth, and geopolitical events will affect markets and the US economy specifically. These points will become clear as I spell out some of my expectations. Understand that these expectations follow the Byron Wien formula where I believe there is greater than a 50% chance they happen when the rest of the world may not agree. The "Expectations" are designed to stimulate thought. Some of them can relate directly to the securities markets, but some do not, and this year, a little whimsy. Hopefully, you can figure out which one that is. Let's begin:
- After printing two 4% GDP quarters in 2013 and seeing a 1 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate, there is finally some recognition that, maybe, the Fed's actions really did produce some stimulus. This could lead to self-sustaining growth in the US economy in 2014 with at least one more 4% print this year. Less noise from the crazies in Washington adds to business confidence and, ultimately, capital expenditures.
- Economic growth and job creation become more apparent with forecasts for a decline in the unemployment rate possibly approaching 6% before the end of the year. The Federal Reserve begins making noise about speeding up tapering and hints at reducing the time the Funds rate would remain anchored at its current level. This is in spite of limited evidence, at least early in the year, that the inflation rate is approaching the targeted 2% level. This ultimately has a dampening effect on the markets.
- We begin seeing some academic work and, of course, the pundits talking about an acceleration of the technological revolution making the case that low inflation or maybe even some signs of deflation are actually a good thing in this technologically driven environment. The low inflation picture is reinforced at the headline level by energy supplies expanding within the US, in the Middle East from Iraq and, ultimately, Iran. As other countries embrace fracking the potential for even more supply keeps downside pressure on energy prices.
- The negative elements on inflation, which are not sufficient to cause major concerns, come via erratic supply in soft commodities from continuation of drought in certain areas combined with weather abnormalities which, more and more, are blamed on climate change. As we get into the latter part of the year, the improving developed market economies combined with growth in Asia put some upward pressure on hard commodities. Investors must make the decision to invest in the extraction companies that have suffered from low prices or directly into the commodities themselves.
- The positive change in US trade balances from lower imports of energy combined with rising energy exports adds more than a percentage point to US GDP and reinforces the case for a strong dollar relative to almost every other currency except possibly the Chinese yuan. Asia shows growing signs of a currency war fueled by the impact of further weakening of the Japanese yen beginning to very seriously affect the export trade of its Asian competitors. While this has a tendency to push up inflation rates in many of the Asian countries, the developed markets benefit from lower prices on many imported goods further softening their inflation rates.
- The impact of the currency wars raises questions about the stability of some of the emerging markets, particularly in Asia. There are also concerns about the pace of wage increases in these heretofore attractive locations for outsourcing. Manufacturing and some service corporations begin making different strategic decisions on the best places to locate manufacturing and processing centers. The decisions are reinforced by a growing belief that technological advances will continue to allow capital to substitute for labor, or at least keep pressure on wages. More business activities find their way back into the developed countries of the world. China moves cautiously in the same direction, taking advantage of its own technological progress. It begins marketing itself as a technological leader as opposed to a low-cost labor market. This is not easy as China, at the same time, continues to push toward a more consumer-oriented society. Incomes have to rise and, politically, the population needs to be kept content. It will not be a smooth year for China.
- Coming elections in India point to a possible loss of leadership for the Congress party. Combined with continued economic difficulties and some strife associated with the potential leadership change, the country moves further down the path of being even less attractive for foreign direct investment. It loses another year to the relative growth of its Asian neighbors and finds itself participating in the currency wars as a possible way to salvage elements of growth.
- With the exception of Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Panama, the rest of Central and South America flounders. The US begins to pay more attention to its southern neighbors. Out of desperation, Argentina reaches a settlement on its outstanding debt and begins a focus on building its energy sector with some help from outside sources. A Menem-like regime change becomes a more likely political outcome.
- The changing energy picture outside the Middle East, combined with likely increased production out of Iraq and, ultimately, Iran, result in a change in the relative importance of Saudi Arabia and, to some extent, Israel. This could produce some positive movement in the Palestinian situation, and some changes in the relationships of Saudi Arabia with the rest of the Middle East and possibly Asia as the US becomes an even smaller market for its oil and an export competitor. On the other hand it raises the risk of some turmoil in the region as the power picture changes and attempts are made to preserve the old order in a possibly military fashion.
- The fading newspaper industry surprises the street with its earnings in the early part of the year and benefits from contentious congressional races in the third and fourth quarters as well. The advertising related to Academy Award nominations and ultimately selections reaches new heights in print and social media. Studios advertise some small (but not cheap) movies to extremes to compete with some very high quality films and performances. We actually walked out of a couple of the most highly advertised ones. Aren't two-page spreads a little extreme? Unfortunately, the correlation between the advertising and the nominations and awards becomes very direct leaving it up to the audiences to hopefully, make their own decisions after the fact. The quality and audience continue to rise for television productions and the associated delivery mechanisms for these performances leaving 3-D sequels and prequels to the movie industry. Can't wait for "Inside Llewyn Davis Today–in IMax."
So what does this all mean for the markets? I wish I knew. History says that the kind of equity market we had in the US in 2013 is usually followed by a decent year. I don't think it is that simple. We could see some re-allocation by institutions whose US equity portfolios have been pushed above their target percentages. At the same time, if we are beginning to return to a more normal relationship between earnings yields and fixed income yields, traditional debt doesn't look that attractive. It may mean that markets outside the US are more attractive–maybe Europe and maybe some of the emerging markets if the currency is hedged out. There are some risk elements in the geopolitical situation. I think we will have to look harder for returns this year and the risks are high enough to look for some less correlated investments. I wouldn't reduce my equity exposure, but I might change the mix.
We'll have to see if another 45 days sets us up for totally different surprises. If nothing else I hope this has provided some food for thought.
I have some longer term expectations including a carryover from past years which, one of these days, will actually come to pass. I include these as additional repast for the brain. As has been the case since the millennium, the year will likely be more interesting than we anticipated.
- Contrary to normally quiet years during a transition of leadership, to some extent in reaction to some elements of an "Asian Spring" in the region, China takes further steps in response to a more activist populace upset with corruption, the environment, and some areas of economic stress. Externally, this includes significant acquisitions in other countries as well as the opening of manufacturing and service facilities where there is a receptive government. At home, R&D is accelerated, particularly in alternative energy, space and IT processing. Subsidies for hydrocarbons are reduced and an explicit carbon tax is put in place.
- As the US economy grows, corporations find qualified hires difficult to come by. Enlightened corporations become educational institutions to provide skills and basic knowledge to a work force that has been idle and undereducated by the public systems. Corporations become much more vocal about creating paths to bring more immigrants into the US system, expanding visa programs and finding other mechanisms to add talented labor to the domestic pool. The tide shifts significantly on immigration issues. The skill match is aggravated by decisions on the part of some US corporations to bring business operations back into the States. Labor costs are rising elsewhere and the elements of control, rule of law, productivity, available feedstock and relative safety lead to better economics for manufacturing and service operations.
- Moore's Law, driven primarily by Intel driving down the nanometer scale and introducing other innovations, continues to march on. The use of Big Data becomes ubiquitous. This produces technological advances that enhance the opportunities in health care, manufacturing, extractive industries, media and services beyond even the imagination of some of the best speculative fiction writers. These advances, on balance, are positive but continue to raise concerns about the environment and quality of life and opportunity for those at the lower end of the economic and educational spectrum.
- Breakthroughs in stem cell research particularly led by work coming out of the New York Stem Cell Foundation change the nature of disease management and eradication and move general therapeutic advances away from animal models to direct testing on human cells. Targeted therapeutics driven by DNA analyses tied to narrower classes of patient recipients change the nature of drug and health delivery. It becomes apparent that the US FDA model is slowing the pace of US therapeutics development by the cost and time required to bring solutions to market. Much as financial services regulation was geared to the benefit of larger entities, it becomes clear that therapeutics development has been on the the same path. Change occurs in response to other countries moving more rapidly in bringing solutions to market.
- Away from continual ups and downs in financial assets as the world works its way through the hangover from the 2008-2012 financial crises, the general march of human progress is positive. I hope to be around to observe it. Maybe the breakthroughs suggested in the previous expectation will help that.


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A new, pleasant space offering an opportunity to try our traditional
dishes and to get to know one another. The golden rules at the Hotel
Germania restaurant are the pleasures of great food and good humour.
Are you vegetarian or following a special diet, for example, one that's gluten-free? We can prepare special dishes for you!
To get the day off to a great start, breakfast has to be wonderful! You will awake to the scent of cakes prepared fresh and baked every morning by Nella and, on the buffet, you will find coffee, fruit juice, cold cuts and lots of other products for a healthy, tasty breakfast so you can start the day full of energy!
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Cadillac XTS Press Release
- A new study re-imagining the luxury sedan, showcasing the progression of the Cadillac Art and Science philosophy
- Designed from the inside out, featuring a new concept for the interface between the driver and the auto electronics
- Plug-in hybrid system is matched with a 3.6L V-6 and all-wheel drive for dynamic and efficient performance
DETROIT Cadillac unveiled the XTS Platinum Concept at the 2010 North American International Auto Show, suggesting a new paradigm for the luxury sedan of the future. The concept showcases Cadillacs emerging top-of-the-line Platinum series of models, emphasizing new expressions of luxury and technological features, including a plug-in hybrid propulsion system.
The XTS Platinum Concept was designed from the inside out, re-imagining the luxury sedan as a personal headquarters, built for efficiency, luxury and connectivity. The concept introduces a new approach to in-car electronics that improves the form and function of the cars entertainment, navigation and information systems.
The XTS Platinum concept is the next expression of Cadillacs Art and Science execution philosophy, reflecting our drive to deliver the latest innovations in the most artful manner, said Bryan Nesbitt, Cadillac general manager. We envisioned this concept as an automotive personal headquarters, using advanced technology to enable new levels of connectivity and luxury.
The XTS Platinum Concept uses Cadillacs 3.6L V-6 Direct Injection gas engine, paired with a plug-in hybrid system. The plug-in technology enables the battery to fully charge from a standard electrical outlet, enabling pure electric propulsion in many driving situations, especially urban commutes in which fuel efficiency may double that of a conventional hybrid.
Traditional luxury sedans were defined by elegant interiors and Cadillacs XTS Platinum Concept propels that formula into the future. It delivers new approaches to luxury within a design that combines fine craftsmanship with customer-driven innovation. Like the current Platinum Edition products, such as Escalade Platinum and the STS and DTS Platinum sedans, the interior is based on hand cut-and-sewn materials. The XTS Platinum Concept injects more contemporary forms and themes into the interior design, including the use of Organic Light-Emitting Diode (O-LED) displays in place of traditional gauges and screens.
The concept previews a new integration philosophy guiding the development of future models with respect to in-car electronics. The intent is to progress Cadillacs intuitive in-car electronics systems, typified by the deployable touch-screen navigation system that has been highly acclaimed in the brands CTS and SRX product lines. The XTS Platinum Concept previews this strategy via the minimization of traditional buttons and switches. Designers blended the display screens into a flowing instrument panel. They call it a dead front design, because the panels appear black until the car is turned on and the screens illuminate. The instrument panel itself reflects the XTS Platinums other focus uncompromising luxury and attention to detail on the interior.
The Platinum distinction in Cadillac means the fullest extent of luxury and technology and weve tried to reach even further with this concept, said Clay Dean, Cadillac design director. Just as the technology pushes the boundaries of what a Cadillac can offer, so do the details that make the XTS Platinum Concept an uncompromising experience.
The interior takes inspiration from nature, specifically the intricate layers of petals that combine to form an orchid. Cadillac designers translated that into a layered and detailed interior. Light cream is the cabins primary color and is contrasted with darker elements, such as the steering wheel and an overhead console motif that runs the length of interiors roof. The console is made of a richly finished wood and houses lighting features.
Premium leather seats include a new style of automotive suede, with a laser-etched pattern. The patterned material adorns the center sections of the seats and accents the door trim. Thoughtfully detailed stitching is used throughout the interior, including the seats, instrument panel and door panels. Passengers in the spacious rear compartment of the XTS Platinum Concept also have access to the cars connectivity feature, along with a range of infotainment choices.
We never lost sight of the fact that a large luxury sedan needs to be spacious and accommodating, said Dean. Passengers will find generous headroom, legroom and knee space, along with the technology elements that make the drive more productive.
A new proportion
The XTS Platinum Concept has a distinctive proportion that transcends the traditional aesthetic of luxury sedans and carries the brands Art and Science design in a more progressive manner. The unique proportion supports the inside out design priority, while creating a sleek profile that complements the cars advanced technology elements and necessary aerodynamics.
The XTS Platinum Concept design artfully conveys its focus on functionality through technology, said Dean. It is the antithesis of the conventional three-box sedan, suggesting the active evolution of Cadillacs design language.
A sweeping profile culminates in a short, high deck lid that meets the XTS Platinum Concepts aerodynamic needs including a rear spoiler mounted on the deck lid, incorporating the center high-mounted stop lamp. A high, sloping beltline gestures the vehicle forward, suggesting motion, while the fenders flare outward wrapping tightly around 20-inch wheels and tires. The wheel-to-body proportion was carefully tailored to visually communicate the cars all-wheel-drive chassis.
Like the interior, the exterior elements are precisely tailored and elegantly detailed. Brushed billet aluminum trim is used selectively and the 20-inch, 11-spoke wheels feature a brushed aluminum face accented with bright inserts within the spokes. The wheels are wrapped with special Bridgestone tires that were created specifically for the XTS Platinum Concept.
Signature elements essential to Cadillacs Art and Science design language include vertical headlamp and taillamps, with integrated light pipes and richly detailed lighting components. The headlamps feature light-emitting diode technology for bright illumination that requires less energy, as well as Cadillacs Adaptive Forward Lighting technology, which turns the headlamps with the direction of the front wheels for greater visibility in turns.
Purposeful and efficient performance
The XTS Platinum concepts plug-in hybrid electric propulsion system (PHEV) builds on the experience Cadillac has gained with the Escalade Hybrid and Escalade Platinum Hybrid flagship models. The plug-in capability boosts the cars electric-only driving capability, offering additional battery energy capacity and enabling it to recharge from a standard external electrical outlet. The key benefit of external plug-in recharging is that in many situations such as overnight parking the battery can fully recharge in roughly five hours while the car is not in use. The plug-in system operates at maximum efficiency when operating on power the battery has drawn from the electric grid. In some conditions, such as urban commutes, drivers can experience efficiency that doubles that of conventional hybrids.
At higher speeds or when conditions demand it, such as brisk acceleration, a combination of engine power and electric power or engine power only, propels the vehicle. The combination of the Direct Injection V-6 engine and the PHEV system featuring fully electric variable drive provides a spirited driving experience. The system provides an estimated 350 horsepower (260 kW) and 295 lb.-ft. of torque (400 Nm).
Magnetic Ride Control (MRC) enables the XTS Platinum Concept to deliver superior road-holding performance while maintaining luxury car composure in regular driving conditions. It uses shocks controlled by advanced magneto-rheological technology, rather than mechanical valves, to greatly accelerate response time and precision.
MRC uses electronic sensors at all four wheels to literally read the road every millisecond, making constant adjustments to damping to create virtually instantaneous and extremely precise control of body motions.
An advanced, specially calibrated all-wheel-drive system ensures optimal traction in wet and slippery conditions, and helps deliver maximum traction while cornering. Four-wheel disc brakes, with four-channel ABS, StabiliTrak stability control and full-function traction control complete the drivetrain details.
The XTS Platinum Concept was designed to deliver an engaging driving experience without compromising the functional features, space and comfort customers seek in a luxury car, said Nesbitt. It is a new vision of luxury that uses advanced technology to deliver functionality efficiently and rewardingly.
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Cadillac has been a leading luxury auto brand since 1902. In recent years, Cadillac has engineered a historic renaissance led by artful engineering and global expansion. More information on Cadillac can be found at media.cadillac.com.
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Vehicle type: luxury sedan concept
Wheelbase (in / mm): 111.7 / 2837
Length (in / mm): 203.5 / 5170
Width (in / mm): 74.8 / 1900
Height (in / mm): 59.1 / 1500
Track (in / mm): 62.6 / 1589 (front); 62.8 / 1594 (rear)
Powertrain: plug-in hybrid system with 3.6L Direct Injection gas engine (with variable valve timing); lithium ion battery
Suspension: four-wheel independent with Magnetic Ride Control.
Brakes: four-wheel disc with electric park brake system
Wheels: 20-in front / 20-in rear
Estimated power: 350 hp (260 kW) / 295 lb.-ft. (400 Nm)
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The 350 HP is gas+electric combined, right?
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I'm really diggin that interior, especially that wood trim and metal seatbelt buckles with the Cadillac crest on them(reminds me of the buckles on my 1991)
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I am in love. No crap. That's hot.
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Is this built on the same old DTS/Lucerne body?
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Larger version of the 2010 LaCrosse/Allure (Delta Platform). Base FWD with available AWD that sends 100% of the power to the rear under acceleration to eliminate torque steer.
I'm looking forward to it.
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Stunner (hope I can afford one when it's time to replace my STS)
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Where to start. As someone who's owned a few DeVilles/DTS ('91, '94, '98, '03, '06, '08), I had high hopes for this vehicle especially in light of the '06 refresh. Cadillac has surveyed me several times asking what I wanted in the replacement for the DTS and this aint it. All I see here is an EPIC FAILURE. Aside from the hybrid powertrain, there's nothing new here. Its just another refresh, only on a different FWD platform.
Now that I've looked at actual pictures from the show its more decontented than from '05 to '06.
From the live pictures vs my '08 DTS Platinum the XTS is missing:
-Auto high beams
-Rear seat climate control
-Rear seat armrest
-Massaging front seats
-Alcantara headliner
-Rear window sunshade (I'm still pissed about losing them from the rear doors with the '06 refresh, now its gone from the rear window too)
-Rear seat vanity mirrors
-Heated rear seats
-Rear seat lumbar control
-Rear seat adjustable headrests
-Front and rear park assist
-Lane Departure Warning
-Side Blind Zone Alert
-should I go on?????
The hybrid powertrain notwithstanding, this appears to be an update of the CTS rather than a replacement for the DTS.
To me this thing has failure written all over it. I said my '06 DTS was my last Cadillac, but the Platinum was enough of an upgrade that I relented and picked up an '08 DTS. But Cadillac just lost me. When the lease is up on my '08 this fall, for the first time since I began driving, it won't be in a Cadillac.
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Although I wouldn't go so far as to say it's an epic fail, I do maintain that they are making a big mistake in using the wrong chassis. If they want to make that comparison with the S-class hybrid more than just laughable marketing hyperbole, they need to man up and bring out a true premium platform for this car. At the very least use the Zeta as a starting point, which has been proven as a proper design for a full-size luxury car in successful markets.
The car looks handsome, but it won't set the world on fire. It's a fine replacement for the DTS, but it's not a Euro-fighter like a 2nd-gen STS should have been. A 4-door coupe on a stretched Sigma chassis would've made a fine STS.
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This car is essentially a Lexus ES350 fighter - and I think it'll do an excellent job at that. I'm not sure what Lexus has in store for us with the updated ES - which will probably be out at the same time - but I'm sure it'll be good as well. I believe the XTS is the car that's going to bring Cadillac enough money to put towards the research and development needed for a competitive, top-tier full size luxury sports sedan...
Between this car, the new CTS, the SRX and the upcoming ATS, I see Cadillac in a better position than they've been in in quite some time. They need to start earning money before they can give us a Mercedes S550...Have an iPhone or Android? Then you can be connected with everything automotive in your area.
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The wheelbase dimension they list has to be incorrect @ 111.7. The CTS's is 113.4. Other than that, I like it.
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Oh, I thought I read mention of the S-class hybrid in the press release; it was mentioned instead in the Autoblog article. My bad.
But isn't this supposed to be Cadillac's flagship sedan? And it's competing with one of Lexus's entry models? Isn't the new Buick supposed to compete with the Lexus ES? This is confusing.
Also, I assume that there will be HVAC and stereo controls on the rear armrest for back seat passengers? Or a rear armrest at all? Doesn't look like there's one in that back seat pic, and IIRC, the Epsilon cars don't have one for some reason.
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Half the time concepts don't even have functional windows or brakes, because putting stuff like that on a concept would be a waste of parts and money. I doubt the lack of functioning side blind zone alert (and the other items you mention) on this show piece is indicative of the option not being offered for production.


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Painting by Cornelia White Swann
UTSA Satellite Space hosts painting exhibit
(May 7, 2009)--The UTSA Department of Art and Art History hosts the exhibit "Entre Los Dos" with work by Cornelia White Swann through May 24 at the UTSA Satellite Space, Blue Star Arts Complex Suite 115. Free and open to the public, Swann presents her M.F.A. thesis exhibition.
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"Entre Los Dos" features new paintings on paper inspired by the convergence of forms in urban and natural landscapes. The artist uses different consistencies of paint from diluted to heavy brush-filled strokes to create organic forms that co-exist with the glossy hard edges of solid shapes. Within the paintings, Swann explores ideas of dissonance, harmony and the nuances that lie in between.
The gallery is at S. Alamo and Probandt streets in the Southtown district. Gallery hours are 6-8 p.m., Friday-Saturday, noon-6 p.m., Sunday, or by appointment. For an appointment, contact Connie Swann at (210) 458-4391 or the UTSA Satellite Space at (210) 212-7146.
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Originally Posted by Rudyy
You sure he won't settle for an extra first rounder? /red
HA! Would have been great if Eli actually said that to the reporter, with a wink and a smile.
Originally Posted by Drez
4 more, I believe. IIRC, first round contracts are 5 years.
Even better, we will here all the rumblings about how Wilson is an imgrate in year 4 lol
Never argue with an idiot. They will only bring you down to their level and beat you with experience. MB Rule # 1
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Even better, we will hear all the rumblings about how Wilson is an imgrate in year 4 lol
Somethings will never change, lol.
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Somethings will never change, lol.
You can count on it. It's really amazing how so many fans really have no concept of contract negotiations despite all of the valid information available. You once said put 2 and 2 together but sometimes it's just easier to split the atom.
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- Starts at: 1:35pm Monday 18 February 2013
- Finishes at: 5:00pm Monday 30 September 2013
- Location: Leeds
- Suitable for: Everyone
- Event type: Exhibition
From 17th century elephant armour to Henry VIII's famous horned helmet, the museum's historic treasures are captured on film in exciting and innovative ways – presenting a unique insight in the Royal Armouries' national collection of arms and armour.
The exhibition – Royal Armouries: In Focus – is the work of Leeds Photographic Society, and forms part of the museum's Inspired by… programme.
Members were motivated by the society's wish to make a lasting record of the museum, an important part of Leeds' heritage. Photographers of all abilities were encouraged to take part and each participant has a least one image included in the exhibition of 34 images.
Leeds Photographic Society was founded in 1852, only 13 years after William Fox Talbot and Louis Daguerre announced their photographic processes, independently.
Royal Armouries: In Focus is now open at the museum and runs until September 2013.


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LSU running backs coach Frank Wilson, left, and head coach Les Miles reacts on the sideline late in the second half of the fourth-ranked Tigers' game against the No. 10 Gators Saturday in Gainesville, Fla. Florida won 14-6. (Associated Press)
Last Modified: Saturday, October 06, 2012 11:41 PM
By Jim Gazzolo / American Press
They are who we feared they were.
Those may not be exactly the words Dennis Green uttered a few years back, but they are fitting for LSU.
All those concerns about a soft schedule, slow starts, miscues and a missing offense proved valid.
The team that claimed it could play up to the level of its competition the same way it seems to be able to play down, didn't in the Swamp Saturday afternoon.
And the Florida Gators made them pay dearly.
The loss drops LSU out of any national championship talk at least until the evening of Nov. 3. A similar performance over the next two Saturdays will end any dreams of a BCS bowl game as well.
If you took a good look at the product the Tigers put on the field in Gainesville, those allusions might already be gone.
There is nothing on LSU's resume this season to indicate the Tigers are a championship caliber group of cats.
The Tigers managed eight first downs against Florida, three of which came thanks to penalties.
Their two field goals were also gifts. The first by a silly personal foul call and the other on an equally stupid fumble by the quarterback.
Yes, the Tigers fumbled away their biggest play, so we will call that even. It was the only thing even on the field.
Florida was bigger, faster, stronger and most importantly, much hungrier.
The Tigers were toothless all day on offense and the same way on defense at crucial times.
What is most surprising is the offense. For years it has been the team's weak link. We were told that would change this season but Saturday was no different.
On the field Florida allowed two touchdowns to Bowling Green earlier in the year, LSU could not get 7 yards when handed the ball in the shadow of the goalposts.
What followed was a confusing sequence that left everyone scratching their heads.
One dive play and a QB roll out left third-and-goal for LSU. Confused by either their options or good fortune at being given the ball so close to the end zone, the Tigers called not one, but two timeouts.
By calling the timeouts, the Tigers lost any element surprise. Still, LSU tried by having little-used running back Terrence Magee — he of the 0 rushes before this game — attempt a jump pass.
Magee proved to be the smartest guy in Gainesville wearing purple and gold when he saw the play was busted and ducked his head into the line. The Tigers' final points came on the next play and you got the feeling that it was over.
The call for that play itself makes you wonder just where this offense is.
All winter, spring, summer and early fall we were told that quarterback Zach Mettenberger was the missing piece to the Tigers' championship puzzle. He was brought to town to win these types of games, or better yet, make just this throw against Florida.
Yet when it was time for Les Miles to show his cards, he proved he was only bluffing about Mettenberger and called a trick play.
Champions don't need gimmicks.
Now we must wonder if the coaching staff has any confidence in Mettenberger at all.
He was supposed to make us forget Jordan Jefferson and Jarrett Lee, not play like a combination of the two.
The Tigers better find their big-boy pants quickly because the road isn't getting any easier. South Carolina is headed to town with a giant fork in its hand, ready to stick it into LSU's season.
A win next Saturday against the Gamecocks can turn this all around, and a championship is not out of the question. But even a blind fan could see that through six games the Tigers look nothing like a contender.
They have become what we all worried they might be.
A good team playing in a great league.
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Title: How is it
How is it that a team of LSU's caliber and reputation consistently end up without decent quarterbacks? Absolutely ridiculous play today. Absolutely ridiculous play this season. Shameful.


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when a girl gives a shitty blowjob that takes a long time for guy to cum he emmediately begins to pee after the cum into the girl's mouth
that was the worst blow job ever! it took forever and i had such a piss built up i thursty bulldogged her. that'll show her for giving me a shitty blowjob
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Well, it does depend on the machine you're using. With the Bernina's stitch regulator (BSR), you set the stitch length to whatever you want, and move the fabric at any speed, and you will get even stitches.
Welcome to the Quilting Board!
Well, it does depend on the machine you're using. With the Bernina's stitch regulator (BSR), you set the stitch length to whatever you want, and move the fabric at any speed, and you will get even stitches.
I use 0.
I use 0 too. I know it doesn't matter because the feed dogs are down, but it keeps the dogs from moving under the plate. :-)
originally it was said to set it at zero but now i just leave it set at what ever it was. it doesnt' matter at all really. you control the length of your stitches by your movement of the quilt under the needle. slower makes smaller stithes and faster makes longer ones.
fairly fast foot pedal speed and slower quilt movement makes nice FMQ look.
When doing free motion remember this simple formula...your pedal to the metal you hands on Prozac. The machine sews fast your hands go slow. Find your own rhythm and practice makes perfect...if you are haveing trouble in the curves is is because we tend to speed up when sewing up...at least I do. Something to work on.
I'm not an expert in any sense on this but I have found if I set my machine at a slower sewing pace (because I find my foot pressing so hard on the peddle I lose control) this way my speed on the machine is the same no matter how "HEAVY" my foot gets.
The shop where I got my machine said to set the speed on a slower one and then mash the foot pedal so that I only have to think about the speed of my hands fluctuating.
Stitch length in fm is regulated by how fast the machine is going, and how fast your hands are moving the fabric under the needle. You learn to keep your stitches the right length. It just takes practice, practice, and more practice. have fun
When the feed dogs don't move, it saves wear and tear on that part of the machine. But yes, since the dogs are down, it doesn't really matter what at what length you have the stitch set. It is really just to save the mechanism that runs the dogs.Originally Posted by Monika


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