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Hello! I'm new member here, so I want a little help from you. I want to upload 5 photos. In the zip file how many photos I have to upload? I mean, for each one photo how many sizes must be included? Thanks.
You upload the largest version of the photo that you have, the site will automatically make the smaller versions. I you shouldn't need to zip your photos other than the set you send to get approved to sell on the site. Thanks!
Thank You KingDog! So I upload the largest version of my photo and I upload additional the same photo but in 80×80 size (thumbnail) ? Thanks again..
You don't need to upload any other size, just the largest one
Thanks but in instractions for uploading on photodune, says something about two sizes: 590×300 and 80×80.However I'm gonna upload just a photo(the original size) and wait for reviewers and on 3 days I will see what is the right way to upload photos for sale.Thank you.
I don't remember having to upload any 80×80 thumbs when I last submitted items. Here's the Knowledgebase section on uploading – http://support.envato.com/index.php?/Knowledgebase/Article/View/351/59/photodune-general-upload-instructions
Thanks man. I've upload 5 files (in zip form), and I'm waiting for reviewers. If you don't see my files in Photodune, means that I'm trying again to upload by the right way!! Thank you anyway!
Hi Angelina_dig. The instructions DO tell you to create various other sizes which confused me as well, but then you will find later, deep in the instructions, a section which advises you if you want to specifically upload photos to PHOTODUNE . The instructions are then different. They only ask for one photo file per image. I found the instructions very confused (i.e. it was the author that was confused when he wrote the instructions not me when I read them!). Be careful when you have received reviewers approval that all further files are uploaded without zipping. They should be RGB jpg's at the highest resolution. I received my approval last week and tried to use the FTP function to upload 300 + photos. This turned out to be entirely unsuccessful, and I ended up using the "one file at a time" option. Needless to say I haven't yet got all the 300 odd photos uploaded yet. I am also still waiting for "SUPPORT" to provide some sort of guidance or help. They did reply with a note to say that they saw that I had transmitted some files on my account so they assumed that I didn't need help any more, wished me a good day and buzzed off. I wouldn't rely on these guys for any sort of SUPPORT . Why we should have to read the forum back to front and inside out to get help is beyond my understanding as well as being incredibly frustrating. (........ I feel a lot better now )
I do hope you manage to get your files on the site despite the mediocre instructions, and if you ever get their FTP site working OK please drop me a line. I would be delighted to know what I have been doing wrong
Indeed, the instructions in the forum are incomprehensible, because while I read several times and all pages that relate specifically the uploading, I can't understand finally what is the correct file photo for uploading (590×300 , 80×80 , original). I'll See the adoption is made and accordingly will do another uploading. Thanks woolfenden!
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Can I check what instructions you're referring to? We've made some pretty big changes to our Knowledgebase recently, and if there's anything I can do to further improve it I'd love to know more. All feedback is welcome!
KingDog and woolfenden are correct— you should upload only the largest size of each image. We automatically resize and watermark each submission for you.
Woolfenden, I'll be getting in touch via your support ticket regarding your issues with the FTP upload service. If anyone else is having issues with FTP , our guidelines are available here:http://support.envato.com/index.php?/Knowledgebase/Article/View/342

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User group meeting agenda & minutes 13 August 2008
Proposing ideas for this agenda
To propose or discuss ideas for this agenda, please use the Discussion tab above. As the meeting draws near, we will review the items proposed on the Discussions page and decide which ones should get highest priority on the agenda.
- Changing Colors on Portal pages. Whats the process? davide 03:24, 13 August 2008 (UTC)
- Are you talking about in general or to specific portal/article? I am not sure that we really want to encourage this for every individual article/portal. Thomas Lerman 19:37, 13 August 2008 (UTC)
Administrative items
- Assignment of time keeper and note taker
- Introduction of new members: 10 seconds for name and desired takeaways.
- Prayer -- Joan Healey
- Review of Minutes
- Today's agenda preview
Information items
Reports from BYU Conference -
Reports from the Field -
Discussion items
Carryover from Last Week
Report on progress with the county pages -- U.S. Unit
New Items
Recordings of previous meetings??
Log-in Problems
Using the "Getting Started" page as a basis for discussion in Users Group Meetings
Facilitator was Jimmy Parker, Note taker was David Dilts.
Prayer by Joan Healey
Statistical report: The total number of registered users of the FamilySearch Wiki as of the start of this meeting is 3,618. That is an increase of 101 registered users over last week.
Jimmy Parker, Mollie Forbes, David Samuelsen, Joan Healey, Darris Williams, Barbara Baker, Eduardo Seoane, James Andersen, Gerda Balls, Ruth Merimann, Sylvie Pysnak, David Dilts
Remotely: Raeone Steuart
Items Discussed
Reports from BYU Conference - James Andersen reported that a live FamilySearch Wiki session was demonstrated at the Conference to get students used to the idea of the making changes and how those changes can be reverted if need be.
The word is getting out and pieces are being added. We can add stub items and go back later to fill them out.
Reports from the Field - Jimmy Parker reported that a lady from Virginia (Lise Embley) on Friday will make a presentation to try to get librarians in southern Virginia involved in contributing to the FamilySearch Wiki.
Dealing with undesirable edits. Gerda Balls, Ruth Merriman, and Sylvie Pysnak were concerned about edits made to portal pages they had created that changed colors and distorted tables for no discernable reason. Would it be possible to automatically lock down certain pages? An author is discouraged from contributing when their work is liable to be casually altered and hours of work lost because of it. To deal with undesirable changes an author can:
- Contact the person who changed the page: Click the History tab, click on their user name, and in the navigation bar Toolbox click on E-mail this user. Encourage them to continue participating and contributing to the Wiki, but in a kindly way educate them to the difficulties they are causing. Show them alternative ways to edit articles that are more constructive. Win them over as friends of the Wiki. Teach them to be courteous by contacting the original contributor before making significant changes.
- Undo the edit. You can click the History tab, and rollback or undo an edit whenever you want (up to a limit), but to be courteous, please first try to persuade the person who made an undesirable change that the other way was better. Seek their approval in order to avoid an editing war.
Our policy is to freeze a page that has been edited and reverted back to the same place three times.
- Locking down pages. Moderators can protect pages. Sysops can change locked pages. If a page needs to be locked contact a Moderator or Sysop. Selected pages have already been protected, such as the main page, and pages of talks from the World Conference on Records.
In most cases we prefer to avoid protecting pages if possible. It is better to allow freedom and educate people who misuse that freedom than to suppress expression and participation in the FamilySearch Wiki. There is no known way to lock colors and styles without also locking the content of a page at the same time. The message when you go to save an edit explicitly says, "Please note that all contributions to FamilySearch Wiki may be edited, altered, or removed by other contributors. If you don't want your writing to be edited mercilessly, then don't submit it here."
Genealogical queries in Wiki artlcles. Barbara Baker found a research query in one of the states. Move the query to the appropriate Forum, and notify the contributor what you have done and why it is better there than on the Wiki.
Class for FHL patrons on the Wiki. Starting in September we will have two FHL classes about the Wiki.
Keep adding things to the Wiki.
Carryover from Last Week
Report on progress with the county pages -- David Samuelson showed several counties pages from Florida (for example, Bradford County) that had been edited (a "shell" pasted in) and as a result significant content had been deleted. David Dilts will ask that the missionaries who are pasting "shells" into counties around the United States be careful to preserve information already entered for those counties. (Action item) David Samuelsen will make a list of counties he finds where content needs to be re-entered because it was lost when a shell was added. (Action item)
New Items
Recordings of previous meetings - Recordings after 25 June do not seem to be available. - Rolled over to next week.
Log-in Problems - Rolled over to next week.
Using the "Getting Started" page as a basis for discussion in Users Group Meetings - Rolled over to next week.
Action Items
- David Dilts will ask the missionaries who are pasting "shells" into counties around the United States to be careful to preserve information already entered for those counties.
- When David Dilts talked to people working on the project they said the problem had already been corrected and no more content should be deleted when a shell is pasted into a county.
- David Samuelsen will make a list of counties he finds where content needs to be re-entered because it was lost when a shell was added.


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Trial Continues For Mother Of Omaha Murder Suspect
Federal trial has begun for Lori Jenkins, the mother of a man charged with killing four Omaha people las August.
Lori Jenkins is the mother of Nikko Jenkins and the trial resumes Thursday. She is accused of buying the ammunition that police believe Nikko Jenkins used to kill Curtis Bradford, Jorge Cajiga-Ruiz, Juan Uribe-Pena and Andrea Kruger over 10 days last August.
On Wednesday a relative testified that she went with Lori Jenkins last August to an outdoor outfitter store where Lori Jenkins is believed to have bought the ammunition.


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I am about to refurbish my kitchen/family room. The room is about 425 square feet of which half is above the basement and the other half is above a crawl space. We live in New England so it gets pretty cold in the winter and hot in the summer so the floor must be able to acclimate to both extremes. We have two children and three dogs so it has to be able to take a pounding. We really like the idea of vinyl because we have porcelain now and we really don't like the feel. The problem is the flooring company keeps steering us towards Konecto and away from sheet vinyl. The seem for the sheet vinyl will have to be in a high traffic area and would probably start to show according to the contractor. I like the look of Konecto but have heard a lot of bad things about it. The worst of course is the company not reponding to the consumer. Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions for me ? Please don't tell me to get rid of the dogs (or the kids) !
One of the problems with sheet vinyl in a kitchen is that if you pull a fridge or stove out, you run the risk of tearing the sheet vinyl.
Have you considered installing vinyl composition tiles on your kitchen floor? They're very durable and easy to maintain. They're not common in homes because people tend to think of it as an "older" style of flooring, or they are reminded of problems associated with resilient tile floors like corners lifting, tiles coming loose, asbestos content and the like. Also, they tend to be found in commercial settings like stores and office buildings rather than residences, but that's only because stores and office buildings will hire or maintain a janitorial service that maintains the floor finish on the VC tile floors. Those floors can still be clean and shiney when the tiles are 100 years old because you continually replace the floor finish on the tiles (which gets scuffed and marked up).
In a residential setting, where you don't want to start moving kitchen table and chairs out of the kitchen to strip the floor, you just finish the VC tiles with multiple coats of sealer, which dries to a much harder film. When that sealer gets worn off and dirt starts to get embedded in the tiles themselves, you just clean that area with a Magic Eraser to remove the dirt, and put on more sealer. In fact, it's standard just to clean the traffic areas and apply more sealer to only those traffic areas, so there's no need to move furniture.
I own a small apartment block and I have vinyl composition tiles in all of my apartments. I like them because I can remove virtually any kind of stain from them by stripping off the finish, or if push comes to shove, I can even strip of the sealer under the finish. If shove comes to worse, I can even replace the tile to repair the damage.
You can't do that nearly as well with vinyl flooring.
Armstrong makes their Excelon line of vinyl composition tile in a very wide variety of colours.
PS: One thing to keep in mind is that it's NORMAL for VC tiles to shrink slightly as they age. The shrinkage is typically only about 1/4 of 1 percent, but that's enough that lines start to show between the tiles. After about 2 or 3 years, once those lines have formed, it's a good idea to clean the whole floor with a Scotchbrite pad to remove any dirt on the surface and apply another few coats of sealer to the floor to seal up those lines as well. That ensures that anything spilled on the floor won't get wicked under the tiles by capillary pressure.
there is no reason to shy away from sheet vinyl if that is what you want. it sounds like the store you are dealing with doesnt have a qualified installer or they make a larger margin on the conecto. vinyl seams when done corectly last the life of the material and dont change in their appearance whatsoever. one thing you may want to consider is a low gloss vinyl this will greatly reduce the show of wear with the kids and dogs. if you ever have to move an appliance you should just put down a piece of 1/4 in. plywood and roll the fridge 0r lift the stove on top so not to take the chance of tearing the vinyl or if you like the vct thats another good option. the most important thing is that the material is installed corectly with an emphasis on the preping of the floor it may be a big job removing the ceramic you have now. good luck on your project.
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Best kettle brands
By Matt Clear
Find out which are the best and worst kettle brands, according to our exclusive survey results and test scores.
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Our Test Labs compare features and prices on a range of products. Try Which? to unlock our reviews. You'll instantly be able to compare our test scores, so you can make sure you don't get stuck with a Don't Buy.
We've asked more than 2,000 Which? members to tell us what they think of their brand of kettle, so we can highlight the brands that leave owners feeling most and least satisfied with their purchase.
We've combined these owners' views with the results from our independent kettle tests to bring you a verdict on which brands are worth buying. The table below gives you an insight into how good each kettle brand really is, including which brands make consistently good kettles, and which are more hit and miss. We've rated all the major brands, including DeLonghi, Dualit, Russell Hobbs and Morphy Richards.
Even the best brands can produce a dud occasionally so, once you've found out which brands are rated highly, head to our in-depth kettle reviews to find out which are the best individual kettles.
Best and worst kettle brands
The table below shows our independent test results plus our unique reliability ratings and customer scores, so you can see at a glance how the main brands compare.
Only logged-in Which? members can view the scores in the table. If you're not yet a Which? member, get instant access with a £1 trial to Which?.
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|Ahough this top-rated brand's kettles are a bit pricey, they are often excellent. Among this brand's line up is the current top-scoring Best Buy kettle.
|This high-scoring brand's kettles tend to be at the pricier end of the spectrum, although it does have some good models at reasonable prices, too. Several of its kettles have notched up Best Buy honours.
|This is a major kettle brand that generally makes good kettles, including some of the highest-scoring Best Buys - although it does occasionally produce the odd less-impressive model.
|These distinctive-looking kettles are at the pricier end of the spectrum. They're often either Best Buys, or pretty close.
|These own-brand kettles tend to be cheap. Although this brand doesn't have any Best Buys, there are some models that are well worth considering.
|This is another brand whose kettles are often impressive, and they're usually reasonably priced too.
|If you choose a kettle from this popular brand - as many people do - you've got a lot of options to choose from. It has really good kettles, unimpressive ones, and everything in between - so it's worth checking our reviews before investing in one.
|This is the only brand that has both a Best Buy and a Don't Buy kettle, but those are the exceptions rather than the rule. Most of its kettles are decent without being outstanding, but they are more prone to developing faults than average.
|This is one of the more consistent kettle brands out there - it doesn't usually make bad kettles, but it's reliability rating is lower than average.
|These kettles aren't good enough to be rated as Best Buys and they're less reliable than average, according to our owner survey.
|Choose a kettle from this brand carefully, as our test results show that its models are inconsistent. Out of two we tested recently, once was excellent while another was distinctly average.
|This is a brand to keep an eye out for if you're looking for a kettle that matches your kitchen, as it tends to offer loads of colour options. But it's not a very consistent brand - it's produced poor kettles as well as very good ones.
|We haven't tested any of this brand's currently available kettles, but our survey of owners shows it's not popular among those who've bought one.
|Kettles from brands with a low customer-satisfaction score don't tend to shine in our tests, and this one hasn't notched up a single Best Buy. We haven't awarded it a reliability rating as we didn't receive enough responses about it in our survey.
Table notes
Reliability and customer score ratings are based on a Which? survey of 2,581 kettle owners' experiences carried out in May 2015.
Sample sizes: Argos (68), Asda (57), Bosch (237), Breville (259), DeLonghi (91), Dualit (97), Kenwood (223), Morphy Richards (267), Philips (239), Prestige (37), Russell Hobbs (518), Sainsbury's (75), Tefal (33), Tesco (111). The total sample size was 2581.
Average test scores include all kettles from that brand which we've tested since 2008 and which are currently available.
All information in the table is correct as of 1 December 2015.
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Once you've decided which brands are worth investing in, don't miss our Best Buy kettle recommendations.
Choosing the best brand of kettle
Thousands of Which? members have told us what they thought of their kettle brand, and we've turned this information into the unique Which? customer scores shown above. This is calculated by asking kettle owners two questions:
- whether they were satisfied with the brand of their kettle
- whether they'd recommend the brand to a friend.
The most popular brand receives a Which? customer score of 76%, while the least popular gets a measly 44%. Kettle brands rated in the table above include Argos, Asda, Bosch, Breville, DeLonghi, Dualit, Kenwood, Morphy Richards, Philips, Prestige, Russell Hobbs, Sainsbury's, Tefal and Tesco.
We also ask how long owners' kettles lasted for before they needed replacing because of a fault, and use this information to determine which are the most reliable kettle brands.


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The 5 Industry Commitments
Together with the industry's leading producers from around the world, Pernod Ricard strongly supports new measures to promote responsible drinking.
A New Step in the Cooperation with the Industry
In October 2012, at the ICAP (The International Center For Alcohol Policies) Conference, Pierre Pringuet, Pernod Ricard Vice-Chairman and CEO, announced on behalf of the world's leading producers of beer, wine and spirits 5 commitments to further reduce the harmful use of alcohol:
- Reduce underage drinking
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- Reduce drinking and driving
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The commitments build on the signatory companies' longstanding efforts to discourage harmful drinking through initiatives and partnerships around the world, especially in low- and middle-income countries.
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Car has a spoiler and Momo shift knob on it (on the car, not by choice). Negotiated and got it for $22,000. Tried to get a non TR WRX for $23,250, but they wouldn't budge, which is odd because the non TR is only $500 more than a TR. Guess they want to move the TRs.
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Bridges of Trust
Over the last couple of days I've seen a couple of posts on Facebook about Pope Francis. One was a link to a blog post written by an atheist who has been impressed with what he's seen of Francis so far: his simplicity, his frugality, his sense of humor, his willingness to reach out and touch people. Another was from a Facebook friend who is distressed that the Pope in his quest for simplicity seems to be pulling the beauty out of everything. The three natural paths to God are Truth, Goodness, and Beauty, and she is especially uplifted by the Beauty she sees the Pope as turning away from. (I sympathize with her, although I'd be more concerned if it seemed that the Pope was going to try to make his simple tastes universal in the Church.)
But back to the atheist. He is seeing something in the Pope that he did not expect, something that surprises him, something that he finds attractive. This Pope has done so many things no pope has ever done before, like washing a woman's feet.
This is huge.
Yes, I know—the media delights in presenting Francis as something new, as though Benedict wasn't simple and humble and had no concern for the poor. And many of the factual details that the atheist cites are not quite true, or not all true, or are true but misleading. But the core of it is that Francis is indeed humble and simple and frugal and loves the poor. And this man sees that, and is attracted to it.
And this, I say, is huge.
In Forming Intentional Disciples, Sherry Weddell says that conversion to Christianity always begins with a bridge of trust: some person, some thing, some fact, that the individual finds trustworthy. It can be big or small, vital or trivial (at least, as seen from the outside), but it has to be there. And it doesn't really matter whether the person understands the thing he trusts in, or sees it clearly, not yet. What matters is that there is a channel through which the person might begin to be able to begin to learn more without discounting it out of hand.
The Christian faith isn't a set of propositions to be learned; the Christian faith is a Person to come to know. And it all begins with a bridge of trust.
God is infinite, and so infinitely surprising. This is a good thing, because we are all so bound and determined to see what we expect to see that it takes surprise to catch our notice, so that we can see what's really there. Those who know the Church only from old movies expect pomp and circumstance and robes and lace and candles and baroque splendor. They do not expect care for the poor and simplicity and humility, even though these have always been part of the Church. And so Francis surprises them with what they do not expect. They think it is new, and unusual; in fact, it is the simply the Stone that the builders rejected. Let's not tell them that, shall we?
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I have a quick question about adding some coolant to my Subaru Legacy 2001 sedan. I noticed it was a little low and wanted to add some before it gets much colder. I read online that there are two different kinds and I need use the right one or it will mess up your radiator? Also I think I need to mix the coolant with water before I add it right? Do they sell a premixed formula you can just pour right in? The car is old so it might have a leak, but I can't find anything on the ground and want to fill it up and see if it keeps dropping. Thanks in advance for any help.
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What's the great American opera? Most of the time, I'd cite Virgil Thomson's second masterpiece on a text by Gertrude Stein: 1947's The Mother of Us All, a daffily inspired, deeply inspiring portrait of American civic life, drawn from real, composite and imaginary characters spanning the nation's first 150 years. Presidents John Quincy Adams, Ulysses Grant and Andrew Johnson rub shoulders with reformers, riffraff, entertainers (the famed material girl Lillian Russell), abolitionists and Civil War tramps. Issues of class, race and representation arise; Thomson's score grounds them in the languages of popular songs and simple hymns.
Primary among the participants—who in proper postmodern fashion include "Gertrude S." and "Virgil T."—stands Susan B. Anthony (1820–1906), the great campaigner for women's rights and suffrage. Her domestic partnership with companion Anne might represent the first lesbian portrayals in American opera, and her final (actually posthumous) speech is among the genre's most glowing moments.
The Manhattan School of Music is mounting a new production under Dona D. Vaughn's expert direction, with Steven Osgood conducting. Some of the students who created Mother in this very neighborhood in 1947, such as Dorothy Dow and William Horne, went on to substantive careers; one, Teresa Stich-Randall, became an international star. The MSM singers you'll hear may well follow suit.—David Shengold
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I know this is more of an exterior/appearance question... but it's mainly for folks that have installed stereo equipment, so I thought I'd post it here instead.
After getting my sub/enclosure installed last weekend, I've kept the cargo cover pulled back to prevent people from seeing the new sub. In my previous car, you could not see the sub at all, due to tinting and height (it was much higher up). However, in the wagon, it is very obvious when standing behind the car that there is a sub in the trunk!
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Now this is a blog post all about how 90s pop culture can run this town, and I would like to take some minutes, just to check in, and tell you all about the fresh… Read More
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fun. have released a music video for"Why Am I The One" below.
fun. have released a music video for"Why Am I The One" below.
fun. have announced their summer "Most Nights" tour with Tegan And Sara. Tickets go on pre-sale on February 6th on their website. Dates below: 07/06/13 Toronto, ON Downsview Park 07/09/13 Cleveland, OH Constellation Brands Marvin Sands 07/13/13 Canandaigua, NY Constellation Brands Marvin Sands 07/14/13 Columbus, OH The LC Pavilion * 07/16/13 Rochester Hills, MI Meadow Brook 07/18/13 Pittsburgh, PA Stage AE – Outdoor 07/19/13 Philadelphia, PA Mann Center for Performing Arts 07/20/13 Columbia, MD Merriweather Post Pavilion 07/22/13 New York, NY Hudson River Park – Pier 08/22/13 Morrison, CO Red Rocks Amphitheatre 08/23/13 Magna, UT Great Salt Ait 08/27/13 Stateline, […]
fun. have released a new song "Sight Of The Sun" below. The song is to be featured on the upcoming soundtrack for HBO's original series Girls.
Fun. have covered "Sleigh Ride" for the Starbucks Holidays Rule compilation. Listen below:
Like Moths To Flames are streaming their cover of fun.'s "Some Nights" below. The song is off 'Punk Goes Pop Volume 5' which is due out on November 6 via Fearless Records.
fun. have release the music video for "Carry On" below.
fun. have announced a U.S. tour in January and February. Dates below: January 23 – St. Paul, MN @ Roy Wilkins Auditorium January 26 – Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore Detroit January 31 – Washington, DC @ DAR Constitution Hall February 1 – Boston, MA @ The Orpheum February 2 – New York, NY @ Radio City Music Hall (SOLD OUT) February 5 – Seattle, WA @ Paramount Theatre February 7 – Oakland, CA @ Fox Theatre February 12 – Austin, TX @ Stubbs BBQ (Outdoors) February 13 – Houston, TX @ Bayou Music Center February 15 – Atlanta, GA […]


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NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
The NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms features 8,118 terms related to cancer and medicine.
- Declomycin
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- A substance being studied as a way to detect bone growth in patients receiving bisphosphonates (a type of drug used to treat bone pain caused by some types of cancer) for breast cancer. It binds to newly formed bone. A biopsy is done and bone growth is measured using a special microscope. Declomycin is a type of tetracycline antibiotic and a type of bone-labeling agent. Also called demeclocycline hydrochloride.


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Bluegrass Sports Commission Names Michael Kidd-Gilchrist MVP of UK/UofL Game
Dec. 31, 2011
LEXINGTON - The Bluegrass Sports Commission (BSC) today named Kentucky's Michael Kidd-Gilchrist the Most Valuable Player of today's men's basketball game between the University of Kentucky and the University of Louisville. The Wildcats won the game 69-62.
Kidd-Gilchrist, a freshman, had 24 points and 19 rebounds in leading his team to victory in one of college basketball's biggest rivalries.
"We are proud to present this award to Michael Kidd-Gilchrist," said BSC Executive Director Terry Johnson. "In a very intense rivalry game, Michael stood out with an incredible all-around effort."
Kidd-Gilchrist will receive a trophy in recognition of his achievement. The award was given to former UK forward and current New York Knick Josh Harrellson in 2010.


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Lisa Rinna Hairstyles Are Easy To Style
Lisa Rinna hairstyles are the best example of why many women find a signature hairstyle and stick with the look. That is not to say your style needs to be boring! Even Lisa Rinna knows the advantage of subtle changes within your favorite look
Lisa Rinna has worn slight variations of her famous, signature hairstyle for all of her years in Hollywood and there is certainly nothing wrong with that. Although it can be fun to completely change your hairstyle, there is a lot to be said with sticking with what works the best for you.
The Lisa Rinna Haircut
At times, Lisa allows her locks to grow slightly longer but stays true to her face framing layers. Lisa Rinna hairstyles are all about color and she definitely uses highlights to play with her style. Highlights and or low lights are a terrific option when it comes to making a change in your style without loosing length. Highlights and low lights can be used to add depth and dimension to your hairstyle. You would be astounded at how a few highlights worked throughout your hair can make a huge difference.
In this particular instance, Lisa Rinna has allowed her signature hairstyle to grow slightly. Her stylist then used a razor from the ends of her hair up to the mid range which offered a large amount of texture to her tresses. For those with thick hair, razoring is a useful way to rid your hair of any extra weight that can cause your hairstyle to fall limp. Lisa Rinna has medium to thick locks and this style is a suitable way to flatter her texture.
With the use of some styling products to provide a touch of volume this hairstyle can be adapted for those whose tresses are fine as well. Virtually every face shape will benefit from Lisa's haircut, which will mask a high forehead and showcase beautiful cheekbones. You can of course opt to wash and wear Lisa Rinna's hairstyle for a more laid back day, if however you are planning a night out you will need to take into consideration that it can take approximately a half hour or so to be ready to go.
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- After washing and toweling your hair dry, place some mousse in your palms and run your hands through your damp tresses.
- With a round brush, start at the back of your head and blow-dry in a downward motion. As you reach the ends, flick them up while drying. This is the same method that should be used on the sides of your hair as well.
- When drying your crown area, blow-dry under and to the right, and then under and to the left. Keep going until your locks are fully dry. You will want to lift at the roots for height.
- With some molding cream on your fingers, pinch your ends while gently pulling in an out and upwards direction. The more cream that you use as well as the more pinching that you do, the more textured you will be left with. You will want to use the molding cream to lift at your roots for volume as well as to direct your bangs towards the right.
- If desired, mist with hairspray for hold.
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Like Utah resorts, ski areas in other parts of the country are reporting higher visitation during the 2012-13 season.
Colorado Ski Country USA said Wednesday that Utah's eastern neighbor attracted 11.4 million skiers and snowboarders to its slopes this past winter, a 4 percent increase over the 2011-12 season.
That's not quite as large of a percentage gain as Utah's 14 resorts experienced this past winter, when visitation rose 5.4 percent over the previous season to 4,031,621 skier days. But in terms of numbers, Colorado's 25 resorts attracted about 450,000 additional skiers this winter while Utah sold 200,000 more lift tickets.
Vail Resorts Inc., which recently entered the Utah ski market when it signed a long-term lease to operate Canyons Resort for Talisker Inc., accounted for almost 5 million of Colorado's visitors. Vail has four resorts in Colorado.
Elsewhere around the country, the Vermont Ski Areas Association said its resorts had their best season since 2001, luring 4.5 million skiers to 19 Alpine and 30 Nordic resorts. That was a 16 percent increase over the previous winter.
Next door in New Hampshire, Ski NH reported that Alpine resorts attracted 2.3 million visitors this season, up 21 percent over 2011-12 and almost 5 percent better than the 10-year average. New Hampshire's Nordic resorts also did much better, boosting visits by 57 percent to 151,000.
Around the U.S., the National Ski Areas Association said visitation jumped 11 percent last season to 56.6 million skier days. While that total was the best year-over-year gain in three decades, it was far below record visitation of 60.5 million in 2010-11.


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Discussion in 'Other Hoops Talk' started by mercury, Jun 21, 2006.
Phoenix Suns (less Steve Nash and Boris Diaw). The reason that the Pistons would be a good team is all the Americans on it. The owners would have to look at the added benefit of marketing when making the decision.
Anyone that wants to see the game for themselves, it's on now on ESPN2 (4:00 EST)
I loved the cocky comment from Lebron, "They don't know what to do" and then the Greeks started shooting the lights out.
I totally agree with you. I love watching FIBA style b-ball esp Greece, Spain, and Argentina. I feel like a bad American b/c i could care less that USA lost, and in a way am kinda happy they did. This will force them to take a hard look at the way they play. They're not fundamentally sound, and they don't play as a team. This whole tournament just made me dislike the NBA even more.
This just in the NBA cannot say they have the best players and not win the world championship with argurably 2 of the best players in the world (Lebron and Wade). I am very dissapointed and the NBA is a farce as far as talent is concered. "Great players and "great coaches" can only be called great when they can adapt to different playing styles and rules. We suck and I want to be the one to say it. My two cents.
It's amazing how human Wade and Lebron looked when they aren't allowed to charge and travel. Though, what really suprised me was how bad their D is. Note to Flip, run the pick and roll. Rip, CB, and Sheed should be running it on every possesion.
I doubt it. NBA players are making gobs of money. Deep down, I think most of these "superstars" could care less about international competition. Same reason why the U.S. team loses the Ryder Cup every two years in golf.
They didn't get blown out... The team is just getting started together unlike most Fiba trained teams.... I'm surprised at the negativity... they've rolled up to this point and had a bad game to a very deciplined team... I doubt that Grece could win 3 out of 5 against USA... let's not throw them out with the bath water just yet.
The US loss was fundamental. The NBA is show, expecially now with the rule changes. We have great one on one slashers. Greece took Wade and all down with fouls and played deep into the bench. We didn't have Arenas, Kobe or Chauncey for top, top shooters. We didn't have a Ben. Artest or Tay to play big time D. We had no real defensive standouts on the team. Our guys mostly are average shooters and average free throw shooters. That starts with our program from early on in the US. The NBA turns it nose on a real team like the Pistons with the rule changes and you have what you have. With all that hype, who was the rule go-to guy at the end? Anthony??
Don't think they can even beat the Argentines. Not even bronze. What a shame! FIRE DAVID STERN!!! GO SHOCK!
Yeah Ok?
This is great, from Hoopshype... http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/stories/MYSA090206.03C.COL.BKOmonroe.bowen.2fab2b9.html
Earlier when someone suggested who would be voted off I chose Brad Miller. Interesting why Miller was kept; because of 3 point shooting? Coach K deserves some of the blame for the teams collapse, but so should the NBA players. Bruce Bowen by himself couldn`t have saved this team from defeat. Only a team effort to play defense would have been effective.
Here is an interesting take on the Fiba World Championships by Michael Wilbon, a Washington Post reporter. http://washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/09/01/AR2006090101815.html
One loss by six points... big deal. The athletisism is what makes this team good. The FIBA teams are not dominating the USA by any stretch. I don't think we should expect them to not have a bad game once in a while.... they crushed everyone else. The right system is in place now... we have a squad comited to several years... they still can add/subtract a couple pieces (shooters and defender)... What's needed is more time working out the FIBA kinks and understanding competition strategies. Shame on people for jumping all over this team... they sacrificed their home life for us... they played very well for the most part.
I didn't expect the Americans to lose to Greece, but I didn't expect them to win it all either. The Olympics are the big stage for US basketball. From an "outside the US" perspective, it is a big deal for a lot of countries when they can knock of what was an absolutely dominating super power in international basketball. Canadians are really familiar with this from our battles with the Russian Hockey Teams in International Tournaments. One thing is sure. This fuels Stern's desire to start a European league. It comes down to whether or not he will try the same superstar marketing approach, or play to the existing "club/city/national loyalty" passion of the Euro fans.
Interesting perspective... I guess the US team is the superbowl of other teams. These Euro Intenational teams have earned the respect of the American audience.... we now understand the importance of "team play"... hopefully this will help transend to to the American coaches (from AAU to the pros)... we now have a new mission... IMO it starts wih defense... the US squad scored something like 102 pts p/game and still did not bring home the gold... if you want to be technical, they easily could be called the silver medalist. This is a very young team that is only gonna improve (compared to Argentina & Greece)... the entire team (especially coaches) has learned how to compete in the international environment.... personally I'm very proud of how well this young team has responded. Bigger and better the next time.
I hope this series will help to make that so. In the past we have tended to blame the American team rather than give any credit to the quality of the competition. That was easy given the way some of the more recent teams played, but I think our first reaction is to blame the losers rather than crediting the winners. And that won't help develop any sort of interaction with international markets.
Looks like Spain won the gold... the Greek team played awful defense. Spain was on fire from the perimeter (which we lacked)... this opened up the inside for Spain... Spain had the P&R figured out... they ran a lot of zone. Greece didn't shoot nearly as well as they did against the US. All without Gasol... impressive.
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Score: 19/20 | Winning Team
[Click the image below to visit the live Pinterest Board for Joseph's Salary Negotiators]
Notes from the Judges on this Project:
Natalie Sisson: An excellent and extremely clear and complete example of your ideal client. The needs and frustrations were very obvious and well laid out. This then progressed perfectly into who Jennifer actually is, what her life looks like in real detail, through to her desires and wants of her future. I think this is an excellent example of really knowing your ideal audience. I'd like to see more focus on why more money gives them more of what they want in life, although I think the examples given about integrity and holding true to her values, plus the article on negotiations by women gave me a much better understanding of what's really driving your ideal client.
Tea: Really good job on this one. It feels very complete to me and I love that you have actual data to share as well. If you wanted to add multi-media pins, that might make it even better.
Note: Nick wasn't able to provide feedback as of time of publication.
Score: 16/20 | Winning Solo Project:
[Click the image below to visit Tiffany's live Pinterest Board]
Note: all solo projects and Play-at-Home projects were scored solely by Tea.
Feedback from Tea: Tiffany did an outstanding job of capturing her ideal client in a 3-dimensional way. What pushed her board over the top was the incorporation of branded elements specific to her business.
Score: 16/20 | Winning Play-at-Home Team Project:
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Score: 17/20 | Winning Play-at-Home Solo Project:
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Remaining Public Team Projects
Team 1 Project: Ideal Client Profile for Mike "Doc" Provitera (Score = 16/20)
Natalie Sisson: I really liked the way the story of this ideal client was told, from childhood through to the success they'd seen in life and living their dream. It was clear and easy to understand and painted an identifiable picture. I'm not sure the pain point was really painful so to speak, it's very much a positive journey of figuring out your why in life and then working towards that. I don't feel this ideal client had a lot of challenges (which may not be necessary), but I wanted to know more about their needs and desires now, this client feels like they have it all figured out, so where's the room to help them? I felt the avatar could have been fleshed out a little more to better understand them. Aside from excellent references to great books he'd read, where does this person gets their information sources online – according to the criteria we're judging on, this would be good to see as it wasn't mentioned.
Tea Silvestre: Love the use of story arc here. The profile is definitely 3-dimensional. What's unclear to me is the where Chris needs (and gets) help from you beyond reading your book.
Team 2 Project: Ideal Client Profile for Java Raiz (Linda Griego) (Score = 13/20)
Natalie Sisson: This was a really well put together board with a lot of work that had gone into it. From the start though I was a little confused as the avatar covers so many topics. Initially I thought their key need was to get their energy levels back, to eat more healthily and regain balance in their life. By doing this they could devote more time to themselves, their family, work, and bettering the future of this world for their children. Helping the environment and the future of the world are all by products of the actions this client will take to better their life. This is a BIG area to cover and I'd suggest getting even more focused in on this client's why, so as not to try and cover all the areas or get distracted about their real needs. I did really get a clear sense of their pain points and desires and think this was well fleshed out across the images used.
Tea: The presentation started off like a story, but then zig zagged into other characters. That felt a little confusing. Was also looking to understand more of this person's life outside of health/planet.
Team 3 Project: Ideal Client Profile for Dream. Discover. Share. (Rachel Denning) (Score = 15/20)
Natalie Sisson: There was a lot of work that went into this avatar profile. I would have liked to have seen a name given to this avatar and that this stayed consistent through out. Naming the ideal client gives you a sense of a real person. As a result this person changed several times during the pPinterest board to being in third person, to first person, to who you've worked with, to men, and then back to this woman. I also found the person was very well described in what their dreams and desires were, but not so much their pain point of what they really want out of life. In essence this is the target market I speak to every day. They dream of more freedom, of a flexible lifestyle, of being able to work from anywhere. They're into yoga, healthy living and travel. This is great information to know, but you need to focus on their struggles too. And a missing piece were more information sources of what and where they go online to learn more, identify and be part of a community. PS some of the images weren't loaded properly so unviewable, including the 100 adjectives one you'd spent so much time on.
Tea: What's missing for me is your vision for your ideal client/reader once they attain their goal. It felt like your reader would only ever dream of traveling, not get there. I'm intrigued by the cross over over traditional values and progressive thinking about energy, nutrition, economics, too. Would love to have seen some data on how many conservatives fall into that category.
*Team 4 Project: Ideal Client Profile for Digital Photo & Design (Colleen Conger) (Score = 18/20)
Feedback from the Judges
Natalie Sisson: An excellent example of a well thought out ideal client avatar. I knew exactly who Delilah was and what she wanted out of life, what her desires were and her struggles and frustrations. This Pinterest visual board really focused on her day to day frustrations and how she could solve them through your business. I also liked that you introduced yourself at the beginning and put your photo up. And how you detailed out how you meet your ideal clients — through referrals and how you intrinsically know what they need and their pain points.
Tea: Fabulous work! I really understood Delilah's place in the world, her needs around hiring a graphic designer, and her everyday challenges. I'd still like to see more around potential JV partners, tho.
Remaining Public Solo Projects:
Doodie Pack (Kristin Elliott) (Score = 14/20)
Twinkle Ties (Shaun Roney) (Score = 12/20)
Lowbrow Events (Ang Jandak) (Score = 13/20)
Tammy Vitale* (Score = 15/20)
Peter Sterlacci* (Score = 15/20)
Purple Panda (Janet Brent) (Score = 14/20
Drive Safe, Ride Safe (Jayne Ubl Johnson) (Score = 13/20)
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When I used to sit down with my pen and paper and try to come up with 7 meals for the week, I always seemed to have 3 or 4 meals that were so similar- burritos one night, tacos the next, enchiladas 2 days after that etc. Or I seemed to be using a lot of the same ingredients for all my meals- Chicken Parmesan, Chicken Fettuccine, Chicken Sandwiches… chicken, chicken, chicken!!! One day I came up with the idea to set a theme for each day of the week and it has turned out fantastic! Themed days not only make the planning easier on me, but it also adds variety to our meals! I simply came up with a name for every day of the week that describes what type of meal we will have that day. I like a good alliteration only because its easier for me to remember!
We need a night each week where we allow ourselves to lay low and go easy. (Ok, so maybe we need 3 or 4 nights of easy meals each week, am I right?) I am a sucker for something that takes little time to prep and cook, things you can throw in a Crockpot that morning when you have energy that are ready to be eaten at dinner time. Thursdays are the days I decided to cook those easy, quick "Set it and Forget it" meals.


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Rich Rudow
Canyoneering Explorer
Rich has an innate ability to explore remote canyons in Grand Canyon National Park. Since 1989, he has spent more than 500 days below the rim with over 60 first canyoneering descents to his credit. Outside magazine named him a 2012 Adventurer of the Year and, in summer 2012, his story unfolds in an adventure film called The Last of the Great Unknown. On weekdays, Rich is the general manager for Trimble Outdoors and MyTopo.
According to Rich, the Grand Canyon holds some 300 really worthy slot canyons. He has explored almost 140 of them with 60 canyons as first descents. This map showcases many of these canyons with beautiful photos.
How does Rich find these unknown canyons?
It's a powerful combo of old-school maps and next-gen technology. He first studies journals and hand-drawn maps of previous Grand Canyon explorers like Harvey Butchart and the Steck brothers, Allen and George. Next, he plans routes and studies topo maps and aerial photos using map tools at TrimbleOutdoors.com. Then he prints a custom waterproof map of each trip from MyTopo. In the field he records and checks critical route info with the Trimble Outdoors Navigator app on his water-resistant Android phone, a Motorola Defy. All this helps him explore like never before.
Official Trailer
The last of the Great Unknown is the story of exploring remote slots, the canyoneers who systematically explored their drainages, and the secrets hidden deep within their walls of Grand Canyon. Watch the trailer. http://www.lastofthegreatunknown.com
Todd's Hiking Guide
Many of the canyons discovered by Rich, and his canyoneering partner, Todd Martin, are detailed in Grand Canyoneering: Exploring the Rugged Gorges and Secret Slots of the Grand Canyon.


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By mustang6560 on 2/6/13
We finally took the plunge — oobgolf joined Facebook!
If Facebook was a dinner party, then we missed the surf 'n turf they were serving for dinner. And we probably missed dessert too (and we love creme brulee!). But, we made it in time for the after dinner drink, which is the best part, right?
To help us grow our presence, please LIKE US on Facebook. And in case you didn't know, we're also on Twitter (we've been there for a minute though) so FOLLOW US too!
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Evidently we can only "like" you on FB, of which I did. Why can't we "friend" you (request) as well? Your settings don't seem to give that option. I admit to a little ignorance when it comes to FB.
DougE says:
Never mind. I answered my own question when I thought about it a little more. Oob doesn't need to hear all about the minutia of our lives. Duh.
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I follow on Twitter :)
legitimatebeef says:
Nothing personal against Oob's foray into facebook and I know its just a silly terminology but I am not crazy about being bombarded from all directions with these urgings to LIKE US on facebook. How about get off my back, quit telling me to like stuff. What an weird thing to request from someone. Twenty years ago if someone told you "LIKE US on facebook" is going to be one of the most ubiquitous and enduring refrains of its time, who in their right mind would go along with that? Well it's here. Take a step back. Do you want to be controlled? I definitely don't. I think I see what's going on. Do you?
bducharm says:
@DougE - Come on Man!!! LOL - now we just have to link up all of our accounts (FB, Twitter, OOB, etc.)....Post once - follow EVERYWHERE!!!
mustang6560 says:
@beef: How about a little reverse psychology - DON'T LIKE US, DON'T FOLLOW US!
legitimatebeef says:
Now that I'm kind of riled up now I just want to point out the redundancy of a site like oob employing a facebook or twitter. To me, these are primarily sales and marketing tools for companies. For users, what do they offer that is beyond the capacity of a website or email? Here's the great thing about a website, the first part of "WWW" stands for WORLDWIDE. I think people are losing sight of that. They are starting to believe that fb and twitter actually deliver unique products.
Now some will say that fb offers a wonderful means of networking with friends, family, colleagues, etc. To me it's just a template approach to socializing. It may make things seem easier, but the downside is if you engage in it too much, over time all you are really doing is just further homogenizing yourself into the hive. Your thoughts, your likes and interests, all formatted neatly into a uniform page that can be neatly filed with all the others.
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To me the great thing about the web is that anyone can register their own domain and website for next to nothing and use it to broadcast their likes and interests or whatever else to their family, friends, the whole world if they like. Having your own website is like owning your own home. Yes, it comes with responsibility. You are responsible for the appearance and upkeep. Yes, that is some work, but with it comes a total freedom of expression. Facebook on the other hand is like a dorm room, a small and highly restricted dorm room. There's less responsibility, less to think about. Have a thought? Fill out this form. Want to contact a friend? Use this form. Meanwhile all your thoughts and interactions are being tracked by higher ups.
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I may hate FB, but i think it's a good idea. I 'LIKED' the page for sure. It's free advertising for you. Everyone i'm connected to will see it, and maybe a coupe will join, become an 'addict',' and generate some more income.
That said, i agree with beef on most counts, but for something like this, i'll do my part.
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Villa near Bagni di Lucca, Tuscany - Tranquil Panoramic Location, Set in 34 Acres
This beautiful and elegant Tuscan villa, with a full-sized private swimming pool and set in a country estate of 34 acres, is ideal for a large group of friends or family who want to enjoy spacious tasteful accommodation, a peaceful environment with breathtaking views - only a short drive from the lovely spa town of Bagni di Lucca. Here are some reasons for choosing La Dioma:
- Charming unspoilt part of Tuscany in an area of natural beauty and tranquility - low key tourism with many reasonably-priced restaurants, pizzerias and bars.
- Villa located on the edge of a pretty medieval village only 10 minutes from the vibrant town of Bagni di Lucca situated on banks of river Lima with shops, markets, spa resort with thermal waters, and many local festivals.
- Property situated at the end of a private road with no immediate neighbours.
- Truly breathtaking south-facing location with all day sunshine and uninterrupted 360º views of surrounding mountains dotted with medieval villages. La Dioma is the only property in Guzzano with a panoramic view of Bagni di Lucca and the Lima valley, spectacularly lit up at night.
- Traditional Tuscan farmhouse on three levels, more than 200 years old and tastefully restored with many original features including rock walls, cotto and chestnut beamed ceilings, and fireplaces.
- Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, English TV channels, DVD, sound system and other mod cons.
- Large kitchen/diner fully equipped with modern appliances and wood burner.
- Spectacular lounge with wood burner and panoramic patio doors to terrace and outside eating area.
- Six double bedrooms - four extremely spacious with modern en-suite bathrooms, plus a family bathroom and downstairs cloakroom.
- Magnificent outside paved terrace on two fronts of the property with car parking for up to four vehicles, barbecue, large stone dining table under shaded gazebo, smaller dining table, and sunbathing areas.
- Private full sized swimming pool (11.5m x 5m) sunken into an extensive paved terrace with shaded gazebo, dining area, and plenty of sunbeds for a large group . Uninterrupted amazing views whilst swimming!
- 34 acres of olive groves, meadows and woods with freshwater streams.
- An Italian cook can be arranged to prepare four course traditional Tuscan meals or pizzas at the villa at very economic prices.
It is hardly surprising that La Dioma is known locally as Paradiso!
Top Traveller Review
Stunning location, well equipped luxury house
We are so pleased you had a great time at La Dioma and thanks for your wonderful review.
Best wishes
John and Patricia
About the Owner
About Patricia and John Gray
Patricia and John come from a Hertfordshire village. John is a retired quantity surveyor. They have two grown-up children who adore spending time at La Dioma , either chilling out in the lovely hot summers or skiing and snowboarding in the winter. They also now have two little grandchildren who adore coming on holiday to La Dioma, especially swimming and jumping in the pool!
One of the first rental owners in the Bagni di Lucca area, John and Patricia have an established history of 12 years of renting their holiday home to very happy guests from all over the world - as their guestbook will testify!
Patricia and John Gray purchased this villa in 2002
Why Patricia and John Gray chose Lucca Area
We spent three weeks in Italy looking for a small holiday home with no land. We found La Dioma, a three storey detached house with 34 acres of land! We fell in love with the spectacular peaceful location and the magnificent views of the mountains and the pretty town of Bagni di Lucca in the valley below. The original features of the house were covered with plaster, but initial prodding revealed huge period chestnut beams, cotto tiles, fireplaces and rock walls. We set about lovingly restoring La Dioma to its former beauty. After two years, the house was renovated, furniture purchased and the magnificent swimming pool and sun-bathing terrace finished. Patricia learnt Italian, and John - let's say it's work in progress! We feel very privileged to own our own corner of Tuscany with our property known locally as "paradiso"!
What makes this villa unique
Apart from the stunning natural beauty and tranquility of the area, staying at La Dioma is a real Italian experience. This is not an area of mass tourism. Our neighbours are busy going to work, tending vegetable gardens, making wine and olive oil, picking mushrooms, hunting wild boar and stacking wood for the winter. They may not speak much English but they are incredibly kind, hardworking, fun-loving and friendly. Everything revolves around the family and often food! There are so many great local restaurants and cafes with authentic and reasonably-priced food, it is difficult to decide which one to go to! On the other hand, barbecuing lazily on the terrace with a few beers or a bottle of wine, and popping into the swimming pool and soaking up the lovely views, isn't a bad option either!
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(6 traveller reviews)
Stunning location, well equipped luxury house
Amazing views, wonderful location. Very well equipped comfortable accommodation, with the luxury of a bathroom for each bedroom. We hired the house for a girls 50th birthday celebration, the entire 9 days were memorable with relaxing by the pool, enjoying the views from the terrace. A local cook came in to cook a super evening meal & made a home made Birthday cake. Several lovely local towns, with walks and lovely cafe's/bars. A memorable week and we would have NO hesitation about returning or recommending. FABULOUS.
Tuscan Paradise
Great place,had two wonderful holidays with different sets of friends.All enjoyed it. Wonderful setting with views down the valley.Lovely to eat outside or sit witch a G&T in the evening.
Accommodation first class, comfortable room for ten people,just the place for a filmy get together.Lovely pool area with plenty of sun loungers and for those who don't want to cook a lovely local lady provides outstanding food.
Tuscan paradise
Wow just about sums the villa up. The location is jaw dropping on the edge of a pretty hamlet with views you only normally see in glossy magazines. The house and pool are lovely, spotless with plenty of space and so well equipped. All the bedrooms have beautiful vistas down into the valley or up into the mountains. The area has loads of lovely ( and cheap ) restaurants and there are a range of shops and supermarkets a few minutes drive to the nearest town. If you want a peaceful break, with great views in a stunning house, stay here!! Can't wait to come back.
Wonderful La Dioma. Bellissimo.
A superb property in an equally superb location. The views are truly breathtaking and we never tired of waking to the panoramic vista. The house has been beautifully refurbished and extended. The pool a delight for adults and children alike. Well worth the ten minute drive up the twisty but easily navigable road from Bagni Di Lucca below. Then a narrow road through the hilltop village to the villa - best not to hire too big a car. The house is very clean and well equipped. Wi fi good. Some nice restaurants in the locality and plenty of supermarkets. We dined and wined at La Dioma far more than we'd intended simply because it was too nice to leave! We were lucky with the weather but if you want a genuinely relaxing Tuscan holiday this is the place. Ciao.
Wonderful! Meravigliosa, complimenti!
Casa fantastica, ben accessoriata e dotata di ogni confort.
Il luogo in cui si trova poi toglie il fiato, è bellissimo alzarsi la mattina e vedere dalla propria finestra un paesaggio così meraviglioso.
Essendo molto vicina a Bagni di Lucca ci si trova molto comodi per raggiungere la città, senza dover effettuare lunghi viaggi.
Per ogni domanda che ponevo ho sempre ricevuto una risposta rapida e gentile.
Io e miei amici siamo rimasti pienamente soddisfatti, credo che ci rifaremo una vacanza qui in futuro.
Erholsame Ferien
Sehr schöne Location. Haus ist sehr schön und liegt traumhaft in den Bergen.
Ausstattung sehr gut und alles sauber. Pool liegt traumhaft. Überall viel Sonne.
Wunderschöner Blick.
In 10 min. ist man in Bagni. Anfahrt etwas tricky, aber auch mit großem Auto machbar.
Kontakt zum Vermieter problemlos. Antwort kam immer sehr schnell.
W-Lan vorhanden.
Jederzeit wieder.
From the Owner
"We spent three weeks in Italy looking for a small holiday home with no land. We found La Dioma, a three storey detached house with 34 acres of land! We fell in love with the spectacular peaceful location and the magnificent views of the mountains and the pretty town of Bagni di Lucca in the valley below. The original features of the house were covered with plaster, but initial prodding revealed huge period chestnut beams, cotto tiles, fireplaces and rock walls. We set about lovingly restoring La Dioma to its former beauty. After two years, the house was renovated, furniture purchased and the magnificent swimming pool and sun-bathing terrace finished. Patricia learnt Italian, and John - let's say it's work in progress! We feel very privileged to own our own corner of Tuscany with our property known locally as "paradiso"!"
Activity and Interests
Special interest holidays:
Bagni di Lucca is a vibrant spa town on the edge of the Garfagnana, an area of outstanding natural beauty with mountain ranges, mountain passes to the Mediterranean coast, lush valleys, rivers, lakes, waterfalls, canyons, and caves with wonderful rock formations. It is a popular area for walking, climbing, cycling, touring, birdwatching, and exploring the numerous hilltop medieval villages. The area is also popular for painting holidays and cookery classes - available locally.
The chic seaside resort of Viareggio on the Mediterranean coast is 45 minutes drive away. A day trip the beautiful Cinque Terre coastal area is a wonderful experience.
The village of Guzzano is situated four kilometres from Bagni di Lucca. The walled medieval city of Lucca is half an hour's drive away, Pisa (with its international airport) an hour's drive and beautiful Florence an hour and a half away. Car hire is recommended for this area.
Bagni di Lucca is 4 kms from the property. Lucca is about 30 minutes drive. Pisa one hour drive. Florence 1½ hours drive. Beautiful Barga, one of the principal towns in the Garfagnana, is about 30 minutes drive.
Further Details:
Bagni di Lucca is situated on the banks of the beautiful Lima river. The town has a great selection of reasonably-priced restaurants, pizzerias, ice cream parlour, patisserie, cafes and bars. There are several supermarkets, butcher, baker, and other shops, banks, a twice-weekly market selling local produce, a large public swimming pool and a lovely town park with a children's playground. There are several pretty bridges, including an historic chain foot-bridge, which provide lovely views of the natural river and wildlife. There is a recently renovated lovely casino with a tourist information point. The town has a special historical connection with the UK from the Victorian age, with an 'English Church' and an English Cemetery. The renowned spa is open to the public to take advantage of the thermal waters and minerals with a range of health and beauty treatments. There are a number of recommended walks incorporating the main features of the town and the spa, as well churchs, chapels, monuments and other points of historic interest in the surrounding hills.
Prices and Availability
Rental rates
|Rental Period
|Minimum Price
|Additional Nights
|Weekend Night
|Event Price
High Summer 2017
1 Jul 2017 - 1 Sep 2017
7 night minimum stay
for 7 nights
Late Summer 2017
2 Sep 2017 - 29 Sep 2017
7 night minimum stay
for 7 nights
Autumn 2017
30 Sep 2017 - 3 Nov 2017
3 night minimum stay
for 3 nights
Winter 2017 - 2018
4 Nov 2017 - 30 Mar 2018
3 night minimum stay
for 3 nights
Early Spring 2018
31 Mar 2018 - 27 Apr 2018
3 night minimum stay
for 3 nights
Late Spring 2018
28 Apr 2018 - 25 May 2018
7 night minimum stay
for 7 nights
Early Summer 2018
26 May 2018 - 29 Jun 2018
7 night minimum stay
for 7 nights
High Summer 2018
30 Jun 2018 - 31 Aug 2018
7 night minimum stay
for 7 nights
Late Summer 2018
1 Sep 2018 - 28 Sep 2018
7 night minimum stay
for 7 nights
Autumn 2018
29 Sep 2018 - 2 Nov 2018
3 night minimum stay
for 3 nights
My Standard Rate
3 night minimum stay
for 3 nights
Additional pricing information
|No additional mandatory fees
|Refundable Damage Deposit
Booking Notes:
40% deposit requested and balance payable two months before arrival date.
Alternatively if a booking is made more than 12 months in advance of arrival date, 25% initial deposit increasing to 40% at the 12 months stage.
Changeover Day:
Changeover normally on Saturday.
Notes on prices:
Prices shown are for the property per week in UK Pounds.
Prices are inclusive of gas, electricity, cleaning of house and change of bedlinen.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 12
- Available
- 12
- Unavailable
From the Owner
"Apart from the stunning natural beauty and tranquility of the area, staying at La Dioma is a real Italian experience. This is not an area of mass tourism. Our neighbours are busy going to work, tending vegetable gardens, making wine and olive oil, picking mushrooms, hunting wild boar and stacking wood for the winter. They may not speak much English but they are incredibly kind, hardworking, fun-loving and friendly. Everything revolves around the family and often food! There are so many great local restaurants and cafes with authentic and reasonably-priced food, it is difficult to decide which one to go to! On the other hand, barbecuing lazily on the terrace with a few beers or a bottle of wine, and popping into the swimming pool and soaking up the lovely views, isn't a bad option either!"
Property Type
- villa
- Heating
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Living Room ...
- Parking
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Wood Stove
- Coffee Maker
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Hob
- Toaster
- Child's Highchair
- Dining ...
- Dining Area
- Books
- DVD Player
- Games
- Satellite / Cable
- Stereo
- Television
- Video Library
Pool / Spa
- Private Pool ...
Location Type
- mountain
- rural
- village
- autumn foliage
- caves
- churches
- forests
- library
- live theatre
- museums
- playground
- restaurants
- waterfalls
Leisure Activities
- bird watching
- horse riding
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- Babysitter
- fitness centre
- groceries
- hospital
- laundrette - serviced
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- cycling
- equestrian events
- fishing
- hiking
- hunting
- mountain biking
- mountaineering
- rafting
- caving
- swimming
- tennis
Floor Area
- 220 m²
- Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure, Bidet, Outdoor Shower
- Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure, Bidet, Outdoor Shower
- Bathroom 3 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure, Bidet, Outdoor Shower
- Bathroom 4 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure, Bidet, Outdoor Shower
- Bathroom 5 - Toilet, Bath with Shower, Shower Enclosure, Bidet
- Cloakroom - Toilet
- Four beautiful en-suite bathrooms with shower, bidet, wash basin vanity unit and wc, family bathroom (with bath, shower, bidet, wash basin vanity unit and wc), and separate WC cloakroom on the ground floor.
- 6 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12
- Bedroom 2 - 1 Large Double Bed
- Bedroom 4 - 1 Large Double Bed
- Bedroom 6 - 1 Double Bed
- Bedroom 1 - 1 Large Double Bed
- Bedroom 3 - 2 Single Bed
- Bedroom 5 - 2 Single Bed
- Description of sleeping capacity: Sleeps 12 (6 Bedrooms) Notes on bedrooms: Master room with kingsize bed, vaulted ceiling and en-suite Bedroom 2 with kingsize bed and en-suite Bedroom 3 with kingsize bed and en-suite Bedroom 4 with twin beds and en-suite Bedroom 5 with twin beds Bedroom 6 with double sofabed on ground floor
- Terrace ...
- Golf ...
- Garden ...
- Barbecue
- Veranda
- Ski & Snowboard ...
- Tennis ...
- Self-catering
- Outside: The villa is surrounded by an extensive paved terrace with outside lighting, ideal for alfresco eating, barbecuing, or sunbathing and relaxing. A pretty gazebo attached to the house provides shade for the large granite dining table and chairs. There is another smaller wrought-iron table and chairs situated in the shade of a Cyprus tree. On one side of the terrace there is a beautiful ancient oak tree which is lit up at night. The house is situated in a sunny position facing south with magnificent views down the valley to Bagni di Lucca and the surrounding medieval villages. The beautiful swimming pool benefits from all day sun is set on a promontory adjacent to the house and is surrounded by a sunbathing terrace for soaking up the amazing panoramic views. Next to the pool is a shaded pagoda with stone table and chairs, spotlights for the evening and electric point for music entertainment. The property's land comprises terraced olive groves, fruit trees, meadows, woodlands and streams. Cleaning / Towels / Linen / Maid service: The property is cleaned weekly. Clean linen and ample number of towels included. Other: Full central heating throughout. Wi-Fi. English TV. A four course Italian meal or pizzas prepared at the villa can be arranged with a local cook.


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Eric Bischoff appeared on Inside the Ropes Thursday night and discussed Bret Hart's criticism of him and more. Check out the highlights:
On Bret's WCW run: "I had spoken to and met Bret several times before he made the jump. I was obviously excited to have him but clearly Bret Hart was a very broken….and in my opinion still is, from the interviews I hear him do, a very sad, broken and bitter person. That was pretty evident when he first came over. He was a shadow or a shell of his former self. Wherever Bret was, the high point of his character, what I got was a kind of broken, sad shell of that and quite honestly I don't think he's ever come out of it."
On Bret's saying Bischoff "knows nothing about wrestling: "It's not unusual for guys like Bret Hart, from that era….the only way they know how to get over is to get over at the expense of someone else. Bret Hart's trying very hard to stay relevant. Unfortunately, he's no longer relevant. He was a big star, he had a big name at one point, he was an important character in the history of the business but he's not any longer and I'm sure that's hard on him. I know myself how it feels to realize that your biggest and best days as a performer are behind you. I'm very comfortable with that, I've embraced it but it's hard for a lot of guys who've never been anything other than performers. They have a hard time with that. It's not easy getting older in the wrestling business, believe me, when you're surrounded by younger and younger people who in many ways aren't as over or as skilled or as popular as you may have been or still are now. But this business is a business that's served by youth and change. And for someone like Bret, that manifests itself in his personality, lashing out at others. It's funny, when he came to me he hated Vince McMahon, he hated everyone in the WWE from the office to half the roster. He didn't have a good thing to say about any of the McMahons. Then when he got the opportunity to go back and work for them, he had to shift that. Then his hatred was for someone else like Bill Goldberg for giving him a concussion and now it's for me and for Hulk, there's no rhyme or reason for it and as far as his opinion of my value and what I've achieved in the wrestling business, I'll let my body of work and success speak for itself."
On his TNA future: "I really don't plan on being in the wrestling business too much longer and I say that in a very grateful and positive way. This business has been great for me and my family. It's been almost 30 years. I'm still shocked to this day. My goal now isn't to accomplish anything professionally, because I've kind of been there, done that. My goal now and this is gonna sound kinda corny, I really like teaching. I like watching guys like Matt Connaway and Dave Lagana, watching them grow into new areas that they haven't been able to get into before. Someday, hopefully, in the near future, I'm going to be able to walk away from this business and when I do, I want to be able to know that I was able to shape, in one way shape or form, guys who will carry on and be the future of the business."
In terms of relevance Eric Bischoff and Hulk Hogan's names can be thrown into the mix..
Im probably gunna get thumbs down like i give a flying fuck but im kinda warming to bischoff he doesnt bullshit and dissemble or apportion blame like many reported here who bash him
I think Eric came across very well in that interview. Though I imagine it won't be easy reading for some fans of Mr. Hart.
He's the man!
Is Eric's TNA run winding down?
We can only hope.
Bischoff and hogan will always be the reason wrestling got higher ratings ever, 96-99 Monday nitro was the best television show ever, but tna was the first time I watched wrestling for wrestling and not for story lines. Tna ain't the same since tazz came onboard, please sort out the knockout division not the crap you're serving up now Dixie, x division needs more focus and get rid tazz bring back don west. But well done tna of finally getting on the road, thanks for spending time in England and a big f you to all those silly idiots who watch that crappy kiddie wwe show, I haven't watched it since Vince said nWo was dead the prick. Rant over back to sleep
While Bret may have been a "broken" man when he came into WCW, he was horribly booked from beginning to end. His character changed from face to heel to face and back to heel seemingly on a week to week basis. There was so much that WCW could have done with Hart and they dropped the ball entirely. It would have made great sense for WCW to have put Sting over Hogan clean at Starrcade 97, and then had Hogan and Hart feud after that. I also find it funny of Bischoff to talk about "older guys" wanting to remain in the spotlight when there are younger guys who may not be as "skilled or as popular as the older guys were". That pretty much sums up a big reason why WCW is no longer in business, because older guys like Hogan, Nash and company refused to step aside and let the young guys like Benoit, Booker T., Jericho, and Misterio move up the ladder. I'd say that the lesson here is that if you're an aging star you should step aside for the next generation before it gets too late, unless of course you're buddies with the boss and then the young guys can just piss off.
Regarding bret harts booking you really can't book a person who doesn't want to be there and doesnt seem to be 100% because they aren't dependable
Well said , like Eric said he wasn't the same Bret . He waited to even jump over like two months or so I can't remember but it was awhile before he came . Would have been good if he came night after the screw job and cut promo on Vince .
I was wcw fan and was glad they signed him but he never showed up to work hard for wcw . He can only blame himself. Like Vince said Bret screwed Bret
Vince screwed Bret. (Triple H, Shawn Michaels, and many others helped screw Bret.)
WCW didn't give Bret the push he deserved.
i use to think vince did screw him, but Bret didnt do what was right for the Biz . Vince couldnt have the wwf champ showing up in WCW and I was always a NWA/WCW fan. They pushed Bret but he was a shell of hes former self . he let Vince get to him and plus haveing ur brother die in the ring couldnt of help hes motivation. I think he half assed it in WCW . He couldnt cut a good promo and hes matchs where not great .
I saw ur last post Goldburg was great for wcw what u mean they sholdnt have brought him in?
plus bret was bigger than a tag team so wcw pushed him as a singles star.
Vince did not keep his word.
Vince told Bret he could leave the company anyway he wanted.
Vince lied.
Goldberg was not great for wrestling. He never paid his dues to get the push he received and he was a terrible wrestler.
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actually, Bret never would have shown up on WCW as the WWF champ. Plans were put into place to have Bret beat Shawn by DQ at Survivor Series, and then drop the belt in a fatal four way the following month right before he joined WCW. Bret has gone on record as saying that he told Vince he would drop the belt to anyone, anywhere so long as it wasn't in Canada. He even offered to vacate the belt the RAW after Survivor Series. In the end, Vince made his own plans.
yeah i saw wrestling with shadows . he wanted to just walk in and vacate belt. thats not really the same. im no wwf fan always a nwa uwf wcw now tna fan. i just think bret should of did what the boss said. if you didnt do what a boss said you be fired like i would. it was a whole screwed up thing. i use to like hart but ever since me sold out and went to wwe again i have no respect for him .
Hmmm…godoftna. I thought Booker T was champ when WCW went under…..you're probably right though.
Booker T was champ when WCW closed, but my point was that he should have gotten that shot at least 1-2 years earlier. Fans got tired of watching WCW because it was Hogan, Nash, and the NWO scrubs at the top for too long. They got bored of it but instead of WCW handing the ball to guys like Booker T and Benoit, they stubbornly stuck with the Hogans and Nashs. And while Booker T did end up winning the World title, it came after Bischoff was fired/quit WCW.
Ya sooooo did you actually watch WCW? Booker T won the title 3 times in the final 2 years of WCW……that would be your 1-2 years prior…what a tea bag! You should probably STFU.
Actually, I did watch WCW, probably a hell of a lot more than you did. Hell, I watched it BEFORE it was officially known as WCW, so bite my ass. And just so YOU know, while Booker T did win the belt 3 times, it was all in the final 6-7 months of the companies existence. I suggest you double check your history before acting like a little bitch.
Bret should have been given a bigger push in WCW. Goldberg should have never been brought in.
Bret Hart and Lance Storm would have been great as a tag team.
did you just say GOLDBBERG should have been in WCW. wow just wow
I did. Goldberg never paid his dues in wrestling to get the push he received.
He couldn't wrestle either.
cause TNA has never done that huh?!? Rob Terry.
I honestly think Bret Hart is overrated.
Good technical wrestler yes. Mic skills-no, charisma-no
he didnt draw that great and when he was in the wwf as champ thats when Wcw wer no.1 and when he left thats when the wwf become dominant.
if it wasnt for the screwjob i dont think he wouldve been in the spotlight as much.
OK people have opinions but i dont know how some people call him as one of the greatest BUT disregard Sting!
Goldberg was a beast in the ring! I'm sick of reading that he couldn't wrestle or didn't pay his dues. He was a badass that fucked people up in the ring and was more over than any of today's wrestlers. I would love to see him in TNA!
I like to see you get in the ring with Goldberg n see just how much he sucks. . Fucken Bret hart a crybaby he needs to let go of the past already its OVER!!


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Courtesy: ArkansasState
Release: 05/20/2009
2009: Mid-Term transfer that participated in ASU's 2009 spring camp . . . Played in 10 games last season as a redshirt junior, including eight as a starter at the left tackle position . . . Part of the offensive line that led the way for 21 rushing touchdowns, the third most in the Sun Belt Conference, and paved the way for three different ASU players rushing for over 100 yards in at least one game . . . ASU's line helped the offense to its most yards of total offense (484) against an FBS opponent since the 2007 season as well.
CHABOT JUNIOR COLLEGE: Named All-Golden Gate Conference and All-Region II last season as an offensive tackle for the Gladiators . . . Named the top performer at the 2008 JCFootball.com NorCal Combine.
HIGH SCHOOL: Football and track and field letterman at Hayward High School . . . Competed in the shot put in high school . . . Also recruited by Marshall and Miami.
PERSONAL: ASU offensive line coach Darren Hiller also played Chabot Junior College in 1990 and 1991 . . . Born Feb. 17, 1989 . . . Son of Suliano and Michelle Etu.