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Villa in Competa, Costa del Sol (Inland), Spain - Secluded Peaceful Location, South Facing, Pretty Village of Competa 2 Kilometres
Secluded, detached, south facing villa with pool and 3 bedrooms. Stunning views across mountains down to the sea.
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The best property ever
Thank you so much for the great review. It is lovely to receive such praise. We are delighted that you had such a wonderful time and that the effort we put into the house and garden are appreciated so much. Absolutely everyone loves the goats passing by twice a day.
Mike (Villa owner)
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The best property ever
We stayed in Casa Vick from10th-17th of September. It was 4 of us and we did use Owners Direct and properties in Andalusia for the past 2 years.This was our favourite !The location of the property is stunning but what surprised as the most were all the facilities outside and inside the house. Everything is kept immaculate and we just had the most amazing and relaxing time ever. The pool is great and we used it every day so was the barbecue .The extra attraction were the herd of goats which made it even more delightful .Thank you so much for letting as stay in your beautiful property.
From the moment we enquired about the villa, Mike was quick to respond and answered all our questions and nothing was too much trouble.
The villa is spacious and online photos don't do it justice. Beautiful views, and plenty outside space. We had fresh lemonade with the lemons from the garden, and being on the edge of a national park was stunning. The goats were a daily attraction, great excitement when we could hear the bells in the distance!
The villa is well stocked with cleaning fluids, hats, an umbrella for the beach and bits and pieces that others have left. Brilliant that there is even bags for grocery shopping.
We had gorgeous weather and temperatures of up to 35 so lots of time was spent in the lovely pool for which we were grateful. Air conditioning would have been a wee bonus to escape the heat at night but perhaps not beneficial at other times of the year which is perhaps why there is none. Fans helped a little.
We had an absolute ball and would like to thank Mike for our holiday. We would love to visit again soon, thank you :)
Homely villa in a great location - fantastic views
We thought the villa was in a great location for both the views and the peaceful surroundings, and really appreciated the homely feel of the villa itself.
We were also very grateful for the pool after our day trips out exploring the area in the lovely warm temperatures, which we were fortunate enough to experience every day of the holiday.
The 15km winding road trip up through the mountains certainly got our attention when we first experienced it, but over the holiday the twists and turns became more familiar, and much easier to negotiate (we actually found the 7207 down to Torrox more convenient to use on our trips out).
It was our first visit to this part of Spain, and we had a thoroughly enjoyable time throughout our stay, and the opportunity to enjoy it whilst staying in this villa was much appreciated.
Restful Holiday and superb Villa. A++
We had a lovely stay at the Villa which is situated just outside Competa. Lovely location for a restful, peaceful break. The family enjoyed the variety of activities both around the villa and towards the coastal areas that where only 20 mins away.
The swimming pool was used every day, even on the one day it rained!!, and most days we used the bar-b-q also for eating around the pool.
Some days we just lazed at the Villa, other days we walked up the lovely mountains in the National park 5 minutes away and then other days we went to places like Nerja , Competa (walking distance!!) , Torrox to eat out . The beaches around Nerja are a definite must.... Maro and Canuelo Beach esp for the marine life, quiet beaches and snorkelling.
All in all the Villa was wonderful and the location excellent for any kind of person being it couples, families, Nature lovers, active bods, lazy bods, food lovers etc etc.
Like the other reviews, the homemade lemonade is a must and the goats where the icing on the cake as the Kids became adopted Goat herders by the end of it.
Muchas gracias Mike for such a lovely time away. ;-)
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Villa is in a great location with stunning views down to the coast. We had glorious weather and the pool was heavenly. We used the BBQ virtually every day and it really was home from home. Having 2 bathrooms was a definite bonus too. Would definitely recommend this property.
Cant wait to go again
What a charming, tranquil, clean, private and well appointed villa and even nicer than the photos suggested. Set half way up the hillside with lovely views of the sweeping hills and valleys opposite. The villa is surrounded by mature olive, palm, orange, lemon and fir trees growing within the grounds as well as a variety of other exotic plants and backs onto the national park which gives it a lovely secluded feel. It has a large open plan lounge and dinning room not really shown to its best advantage in the photos, with a very efficient log burner which we used every night as it gets surprisinly cold in the evenings in March. It was so warm, cosy and romantic - a perfect location for our first holiday away together. The rooms were spotless and tastefully decorated.
We had breakfast every morning on the terrace overlooking the valley opposite and were not overlooked when sunbathing on the terrace by the pool. The pool looked inviting but was too cold for swimming in March.
I made fresh lemondade using the lemons in the garden. I loved the fact that the villa was 2 kms out of town along a small private road serving only a handful of other villas, so we had everythying close by but were not surrounded by other holidaymakers. One of the highlights of every day was watching a herd of around 100 goats walking past on their way to and from the mountain pastures, kept in check by several docile dogs and an elderly herdsman.
Competa is absolutely lovely, set on a mountainside with a myriad of small alleyways and all buildings were beautifully whitewashed. There is a lovely town square and good range of restraunts and bars in the town. It is an ideal location to visit other rural villages and towns and there are a range of outdoor activities available. Great for walking but also within 20 minutes of the coast for beaches and kayaking and more adventurous actvities like gorge jumping and caving. We went walking with an excellent guide called Hesus from Salamander Adventures based in the town.
I loved the villa, town and area and will definitely be going again soon.
Activity and Interests
Torrox costa is nearest beach about 15 Km drive taking around 20 minutes. It provides a clean beach and long promenade with many restaurants and bars.
The attractive and busy resort of Nerja is a further 10 minutes drive away.
Malaga airport is the nearest, 1hr 15 minutes by car. Granada is an alternative with a drive time of around 2 hours. The use of a car is really essential if staying at our villa.
Competa is 2km away taking 4/5 minutes by car or 20 minutes on foot.
A super area for mountain walking, pony trekking or just whiling the time away.
Prices and Availability
Rental rates
|Rental Period
|Minimum Price
|Additional Nights
|Weekend Night
|Event Price
21 May 2017 - 15 Jul 2017
4 night minimum stay
for 4 nights
16 Jul 2017 - 2 Sep 2017
7 night minimum stay
for 7 nights
3 Sep 2017 - 6 Oct 2017
4 night minimum stay
for 4 nights
7 Oct 2017 - 18 May 2018
4 night minimum stay
for 4 nights
My Standard Rate
4 night minimum stay
for 4 nights
Additional pricing information
|No additional mandatory fees
Booking Notes:
Please contact owner.
Changeover Day:
Changeover days are usually Saturdays but we are quite flexible and are also willing to accept part weeks for bookings. e.g. from 4 days to however many required.
Notes on prices:
Prices shown are per week in UK pounds. However, part weeks and extended periods are available. Discounts are available on lets of more than 2 weeks.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 50% refund for cancellations more than 7 days before check-in date.
- 100% refund for cancellations more than 14 days before check-in date.
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- Unavailable
Property Type
- villa
- Ceiling Fans
- Heating
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Living Room ...
- Parking
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Wood Stove
- Coffee Maker
- Freezer
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Hob
- Toaster
- Dining Area
- DVD Player
- Satellite / Cable
- Television
Pool / Spa
- Private Pool
Location Type
- mountain
- village
- churches
- museums
- playground
- restaurants
- Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Bath (no shower), Shower Enclosure
- Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Bath (no shower), Shower Enclosure
- En-suite bathroom to bedroom 1 with sunken bath. Separate bath/shower room to service the other 2 bedrooms.
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 3
- Description of sleeping capacity: Sleeps 6 (3 Bedrooms) Notes on bedrooms: Bedroom 1 with double bed. Bedroom 2 with double bed. Bedroom 3 with double sofa bed.
- Terrace
- Golf ...
- Garden
- Barbecue
- Self-catering
House Rules
- Max. occupancy: 6
- children welcome
- smoking allowed ...
- Notes on accommodation: A cot can be provided by arrangement. Outside: Set in a large garden with stunning views across the mountains. There is a spacious patio beside a private pool (7 metres by 3 metres with depth ranging from 1 meter to 1.7 metres). A barbecue area with sink and water is on the patio together with 4 full sized sun loungers. 2 smaller sun loungers are stored in the shed. Utility Room: Vacuum cleaner, ironing board and iron. Cleaning / Towels / Linen / Maid service: Bath & hand towels plus bedlinen provided. However we ask you to please bring your own poolside towels. Beds will be made up for your arrival and along with towels, changed once a week. If you enquire a more frequent change to linen this can be arranged. Other: Bedroom 3 when not used as bedroom provides a sunny study with sofa and DVD/CD player.


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Cruisin' & Groovin' will be held on Friday from 5-9 p.m., with hundreds of antique and classic cars, motorcycles and antique farm equipment lining the streets of downtown Galax.
This is the second Cruisin' & Groovin' of the summer, and 2011 marks the fourth year for the event, formerly Groovin' on Grayson, sponsored by the Galax Downtown Association.
Downtown streets will close at 3 p.m.
Volunteers of the Galax Downtown Association will sell snacks and a DJ will provide a mix of music.
By LARRY CHAMBERS
INDEPENDENCE — The Town of Independence office on Main Street recently received a new awning and now the building will soon have a mural painted on the side.
After discussion at the July 12 meeting, Council Member Jason Cassell made the motion to employ Charles Akers to paint the mural at a total cost not to exceed $2,500, with the labor not exceeding $1,900. The motion passed unanimously.
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In her 20s, when Teresa Roberts worked at a dental office, her co-workers talked her into joining a marathon — even though she had never competed or even trained for doing such a thing.
"Being the type of person I was, I agreed to do it," said Roberts, noting that the marathon was only a week away.
"Although I finished the 10K in 63 minutes, I couldn't walk after the marathon, and I declared I would never run again," she said, of how sore and miserable she felt after taking on the challenge.
Each year, National Night Out gets bigger and better, with more activities, more event-goers and more volunteers.
This year, National Night Out, a free community event, will be held Aug. 2 from 6-9 p.m. in downtown Galax, featuring dozens of kids activities, a mechanical bull, pony rides and bounce houses. The Galax Volunteer Fire Department will bring their fire trucks to give ladder rides.
The Galax High School stomp group will perform from 6-7 p.m., and a DJ will provide the entertainment for the rest of the night.
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Its good to see people taking action.....
This is a discussion on WATCH: Citizens Take Down Armed Thief - Good Lesson Here within the Concealed Carry Issues & Discussions forums, part of the Defensive Carry Discussions category; I was glad to see someone had the good sense to tell others not to touch the gun until the cops arrived....
I was glad to see someone had the good sense to tell others not to touch the gun until the cops arrived.
Its good to see people taking action.....
Don"t let stupid be your skill set....
And Shepards we shall be, for Thee, my Lord, for Thee,
Power hath descended forth from Thy hand, So that our feet may swiftly carry out thy command,
And we shall flow a river forth to Thee, And teeming with souls shall it ever be,
Great news story! I think we need more people like these, who are willing to get involved. Risky? Yes, of course. But if more citizens would stand up to criminals and say Enough!, then many criminals and would-be-criminals would think twice before trying anything stupid.
CANT: Carry Always, Never Tell
Cogito, ergo armatum sum. I think, therefore I am armed. (Don Mann, The Modern Day Gunslinger; the ultimate handgun training manual)
More footage of this from the news channel that caught most of it on tape.
Sidewalk heroes take down masked gunman wanted in robbery,... | www.kirotv.com
A woman must not depend on protection by men. A woman must learn to protect herself.
Susan B. Anthony
A armed society is a polite society. Manners are good when one has to back it up with his life.
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And Biggslic, thanks so much for the link!
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Excellent story.
Sounded (according to the posted article) that people were coming out of the woodwork, and every direction and put a hurt on this knuckledragging scum.
Kinda heartwarming.
I would rather die with good men than hide with cowards
If you want to make God laugh, tell him your plans
Don't ever think that the reason I'm peaceful is because I don't know how to be violent
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Thanks for this, the doorman who chased and first caught the guy was fired at 3 times and was wounded in the arm. Thanks a lot!
Love the quote from the newspaper vendor who got involved:
"Parker said he didn't think twice about becoming involved.
'These people are my people, they're people who help me put food on the table every night," he said of those who work in the area.' "
NB: Why don't the fools running our country imitate their own common citizens, if they had half the courage and sense of community these ordinary good people do who work hard for their small living we'd be much better off. POLITICIANS TAKE NOTE!
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What Barton and Copeland get wrong about war and faith
In this video Kenneth Copeland and David Barton argue that soldiers returning from war should not suffer PTSD or self-condemnation because of their experiences. I know they mean well, but their treatment of the scripture is baffling."Look how many people in Hebrews 11 faith hall of fame are warriors," says Barton."Almost the whole list, man," says Copeland."The whole thing," affirms Barton.But, no, not actually. Here are the individuals listed in Hebrews 11:Abel, not a … [Read more...]
Jesus vs. the philosophers
I just starting a new book by the contemporary Egyptian monastic elder, Matthew the Poor. He died in 2006, and Conciliar Press has published a collection of his talks under the title Words for Our Time. I plan on doing a full review soon but failed to make it past the first chapter before finding something I had to share:The teachings of Christ are not the type of wisdom boasted of by worldly philosophy; rather, Christ's wisdom is housed in very simple words. "Love your neighbor as … [Read more...]
Jesus comes to us so we can go for him
On the Sunday after Easter the Eastern Orthodox Church commemorates the encounter of the Apostle Thomas with the risen Jesus.You know the story. Skeptical about his fellow disciples' enthusiastic claims of the resurrection, Thomas took a wait-and-see attitude, earning him the moniker Doubting Thomas. But then, when Christ appeared to him, Thomas exclaimed, "My Lord and my God!" There in that moment Doubting Thomas became Believing Thomas.Two things stand out for me about this … [Read more...]
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In C.S. Lewis's Narnia novel, Prince Caspian, the four Pevensie children, Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy, are lost. Walking through the woods, they cannot make their way safely and are uncertain about the right course.Lucy catches a glimpse of the great lion Aslan and knows that they should walk toward where she spotted him. The others disbelieve, however, and think they have a better idea. They don't and after going their own way nearly get killed. Aslan appears again and directs Lucy to … [Read more...]


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Morning ladies and gents. Figured i would introduce myself as well as Roxy, we just picked her up yesterday. Joined the forums couple days ago, its almost like information overload so far, any tips would be appreciated. This is my first GSD, currently dog sitting the wife's brothers pointer Phoebe (2 yrs old), which we've had 2 months, and she isnt taking to Roxy yet, hopefully she will come out. Anyways Roxy is 6 weeks yesterday. Couple pics:
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Lots of info. here for sure, great site.
I am in NE IN and have an 18 mo. old female gsd.
Welcome! I grew up just a bit northwest of Indy, not there anymore though. Cute puppy!
she looks like she was taking her first car ride very well! my guy hollered
Welcome! I live on the SW side of Indy. Your pup is adorable! I have 2 pups, an 11 month old girl we adopted from a rescue (so may or may not be mixed) and a 7 year old male mix from Bloomington ACC. This site has given me a great deal of info. I rarely have to even ask, usually just a quick search will turn up answers for me!
Welcome, what a cute pup! Enjoy!!!! Bob
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Howdy, I've been doing geneology of my family since the late 1950s when I was old enough to help my mother (Veltmon Goodman White)with her family researches. Yes, my name is Black and hers is White, Mr. White was my stepfather.
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As I sat down to write what will be the 12th article in this Fantasy Worthiness series, it occurred to me that there has yet to be a player from the tight end position evaluated. So, in examining the list of intriguing tight end fantasy options for 2012, my eye was immediately drawn to the enigmatic Martellus Bennett . The Dallas Cowboys selected Bennett, who played his college football at Texas A&M, in the 2nd round of the 2008 NFL Draft with the 61st overall pick. Owner Jerry Jones envisioned the 6'6", 265lbs tight end not just as a back up to Jason Witten , but to "add a new dimension" as part of a two tight end offense. The 2008 season would see Bennett start slowly, he would struggle to grasp the offense during training camp (this struggle was well documented in the "Hard Knocks" series) and he would have only 3 receptions for 57 yards through the seasons first six weeks. In the week seven Cowboys loss to the St Louis Ram, Bennett would score his first NFL touchdown, as well as have his first game where he caught more than a single pass. He finished the game with 2 receptions for 67 yards and the 34-yard touchdown pass from Brad Johnson. While his production would increase over the second half of the 2008 season, Bennett would end the year with only 20 receptions, for a total of 283 yards. The 4 touchdowns he would register as a rookie were an encouraging sign that perhaps Jerry Jones and his Cowboys would indeed have their two tight end offense after all.
Unfortunately for the Cowboys, as well as Bennett, he has not caught another touchdown since posting the 4 he had as a rookie back in 2008. Since the beginning of the 2009 season, Bennett has struggled with multiple injury issues including rib, hamstring and ankle problems while compiling a career mark of 85 receptions, 846 yards and 4 touchdowns. He became known more for some outrageous comments, such as suggesting that Jon Kitna should be given a shot to unseat Tony Romo as the starting quarterback after Kitna had filled in for the injured Romo during the 2010 season. After another injury riddled, unproductive season in 2011 for Dallas, Martellus Bennett would be allowed to leave the team via free agency. He would not be on the open market for long, as the New York Giants had lost their top 2 tight ends to ACL injuries during the Super Bowl and were in desperate need of help at the position. On March 14th 2012, Bennett signed a one-year, 2.5 million contract with the Cowboys NFC East Division rival New York Giants. He would finally be out from under the shadow of perennial Pro Bowl tight end Jason Witten and have the opportunity to be a number one tight end in the NFL.
There has never been any doubt as to the athletic ability of Martellus Bennett, he actually played two seasons of college basketball while at Texas A&M before deciding to concentrate solely on football in 2007. He is only 25 years old and it can be argued that his best football lies ahead of him and the change of scenery is just what he needs. Former Dallas teammate Witten spoke about Bennett's future in New York, " I think he fits that offense in a lot of ways." Witten said, " I think his confidence was probably shaken a little bit in Dallas. Few plays, his numbers were limited, so I'm sure that's a part of it. He's a good blocker, he's a good underneath route runner, he's big so he can catch the ball. I think, more than anything, getting his confidence back and getting a fresh start will do a lot for his career. Definitely a lot of upside." It has been the failure to reach that 'upside' that Witten spoke about that has kept Bennett from fulfilling on the potential he flashed as a rookie.
There is little doubt that Bennett possesses the tools and physical talent to be a dominant tight end, not only in the NFL but in fantasy football as well. He has the speed to run past linebackers, can make the tough catch away from his body and utilize his size and strength to be able to create mismatches against defensive backs. He compares favorably in size and stature to the best tight ends in the game and has improved his blocking skills since entering the league and is no longer a liability on the field for rushing downs. The questions surrounding Bennett have never been about his physical ability to play the game but in his mental make up and commitment necessary to be successful at the NFL level.
Throughout his time in Dallas there were concerns about the level of focus, determination and the work ethic that Bennett was bringing to the table. Now that he is the potential starting tight end for the New York Giants he will need to silence his critics with his play on the field. In classic Martellus Bennett form, he would begin his tenure in New York by showing up for OTAs at over 290lbs, miss valuable time on the field with hamstring issues and start the questioning of his work habits all over again. Bennett maintains that the weight gain is by design and he has been "beasting" in his off-season workouts sine January. In a recent exchange with reporters that Terrell Owens would have been proud of, a shirtless Bennett addressed his conditioning, " I mean there's this perception about me that I don't work hard, but if you ask any of the coaches, any of the guys on this team in the off season program, I haven't missed a day." Bennett would go on to say, " I haven't stepped out of one workout or anything. My body fat percent is like 13. By the time the season comes I'll be at nine percent body fat." Not everyone in New York is on board with the sudden weight increase and tight ends coach Mike Pope has stated, "That's probably a little too big for his legs to carry." Not exactly an ideal beginning to the Martellus Bennett era in New York, which is a shame because he is in a prime position for a fantasy break out season.
Evaluating the fantasy potential of Bennett for 2012 really comes down to how badly does he want to succeed and how hard is he willing to work to succeed, as the starting tight end position in New York is his to lose. The Giants recently tried to slip the injured Jake Ballard through the waiver wire, only to have the New England Patriots swoop in and claim him. Travis Beckum has begun straight line running, but is still a candidate to start the season on the PUP list. That leaves journeyman Bear Pascoe and rookie developmental project Adrien Robinson as the only other viable tight end options on the Giants roster. New York does not employ the tight end position as heavily as many other teams, they ranked 18th in fantasy scoring at the tight end position last year, but Eli Manning does like to have a reliable option over the middle. In 2011, New York tight ends were targeted 17 times in the red zone, registering 8 receptions, 60 yards and 4 touchdowns with Jake Ballard hauling in all the catches and scores. Ballard would finish the 2011 season as the 17th ranked fantasy tight end with 38 receptions, 604 yards and 4 touchdowns, while being targeted 73 times. There is top 15-fantasy production to be had from the tight end position for the New York Giants for whoever emerges as the number one tight end and Bennett is the leading candidate for that role.
The 2012 season is a make it or break it year for Martellus Bennett and he is currently ranked in the #22 fantasy tight end range with huge upside. He must get his weight to a manageable level and make it through training camp and the preseason injury free to finally fulfill on his potential. I am going to go out on a bit of a limb here and say that he will have a healthy, fantasy productive season, making him WORTHY of being selected in 12 team fantasy formats for the 2012 season.


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Friday, January 30, 2009
Product Review and Swatches: YSL Lilac Eyes Palette
From the most natural style to the most sophisticated, from the most demure to the most audacious, the colors of each palette coordinate to create your perfect look. Everything is possible—explore numerous interpretations of color and endless changing effects with this versatile palette. You simply cannot go wrong in making your eyes your most captivating feature.
Shades include: matte purple, shimmering pink pearl, shimmering lavender, shimmering golden violet, and eggplant shimmer plus two double-ended sponge applicators.
Price: $56
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Click here for a previous look using the palette.
Although the colors look pretty in the pan, it was such a struggle getting the colors to show up on my lid even with a primer. The only color that I really fancied was the matte purple which made a nice crease color for some dimension on your eyes. The shimmering pink pearl and shimmering golden violet for some reason look the same after packing it on your lids.
The eyeshadows weren't as smooth as I hoped for which also caused some grief in applying my makeup, but luckily the eyeshadows aren't gritty or chalky. But, unlike any other high end eyeshadow palettes, YSL doesn't provide a pouch to house the palette. For the price you're paying for, they could've at least included a pouch for the eyeshadow palette.
Overall, I'm just disappointed with YSL's eyeshadow palettes. You're only really paying for the name of the brand and not so much for the quality (and maybe for the palette case). The colors are not that exhilarating or unique. The only reason I can see why you might get this is because you are a hardcore makeup junkie or collector.
Rating: 2 out 5
Thursday, January 29, 2009
China Glaze Nail Polish in "VIII" (Review and Swatch)
I am never really big on nail polish as much as I am with makeup, but then I realize that a nicely manicure make a whole difference in the world. Since then, I make it a habit to change my polish when I notice that my nails are growing. I don't even wait til they chip off because I just don't want busted looking nails.
I dropped by Sally's today to buy some nail polish remover. And, since I was already there, I figured to at least try one China Glaze nail polish, so I picked up a purple shade, VIII.
Right when I got home, I quickly removed my nail polish, and I must say that China Glaze equals LOVE!
China Glaze made it super easy for me to apply my nail polish. I practically fail in that area especially when I do it in my dominant hand (right). The nail polish has a very thin consistency, but it applies evenly. It took me two to three coats to get the my desired shade. I loved how this nail polish didn't streak and just gave me a smooth application.
I also have a habit to putting way too much nail polish on my nails that after I'm done, my nails would end up looking fake because I slathered it in too thick. Not the case with this nail polish. My nails just looked like I got them done in a salon. And the brush head is perfect that it was easier for me just to put nail polish on my nails rather than making a whole mess with it.
I love darker nail polish on my hands because they don't make my hands look like they're "dirty". And it's just vampy. The purple shade itself is the purple that I've been looking for in a purple nail polish. It's almost black, but not quite because of its purple tinge.
China Glaze nail polishes dries almost instantly. I don't have to worry about ruining my perfectly good nail polish because of all sorts of nicks or marks because I accidentally swung my hand somewhere and the nail polish hasn't dried yet (the horror!).
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Beauty Chat: Cosmetic Settlement
Did you get in line and was able to snatch anything from the list? Was it worth it? Would you do it again if given the chance? For those who went, I would like to read any crazy experience you might have encountered. Please leave your response as a comment on this post.
I personally just decided to skip it overall. I wanted to get any of the Lancome mascara or the Clarins moisturizer, but after seeing the line after work wrapped around the mall, it's just not worth it. I didn't plan on going really early either since I didn't want to miss a historical event happening. My time was much more valuable.
Monday, January 19, 2009
Snowboarding and Sunscreen
Back from my short but fun trip to Mammoth. Mammoth was really amazing. It's my second time being there, but this was a whole new different experience (especially now that I'm a bit passed the beginning stages of learning how to ride a board). It was definitely fun while it lasted, and it was probably the best snowboarding trip I've ever been to. The trip definitely made a dent in my memory. It still hadn't ceased to amaze me about what happened towards the end of our trip.
Anyway, I'm loving my BB cream right now. I wore it when we went on top of the mountain on top of my sunscreen, and I walked away with zero sunburn after six hours of being out on the slopes!
If you're a snowboarder, sunscreen is key to your skin. You should be wearing it everyday no matter what, but once you're out in the mountain with snow, it's even more crucial. Not only you're closer to the sun, but the UV rays from the sun hits the snow and bounces off.
Don't forget your lipbalm with SPF! Your lips need protection too.
I'm glad I know better to wear sunscreen. I walked away with no burns after two days of snowboarding.
P.S. Notice anything different? Hint: my teeth :D
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Top 10 Products I Can't Live Without
1. Eyeko 3 in 1 Cream: The best highlighter in the world. I would choose this over NARS Coppacabana any time of the day for my highlighting needs. It's inexpensive. It's not insanely shimmery. And, most of all, it's easy to apply and blend on your cheeks. And it doesn't hurt that the packaging is so cute! It's definitely a face saver when you want to fake an awake look (Buy it here and Enter Code E122 for a free gift).
2. MAC Blacktrack Fluidline: My favorite eyeliner for my upper lashline whether it be a thin line or a cat eye. With or without a base underneath, fluidline doesn't crease on my oily eyelids like most eyeliners do. It's better than liquid eyeliner in my opinion.
3. MAC Rubenesque Paint Pot: The base of my choice. It keeps it from creasing and my eye makeup pretty. Nothing is worse than an eye makeup being salvaged by oily lids.
4. Mandom Cleansing Express Cleansing Lotion: Like I have mentioned before, I could've sworn these are unicorn tears in a bottle. This makeup remover will wipe your makeup clean off your face with two pumps. It's amazing what this product can do. I especially love this stuff on my "lazy" nights where just getting to the sink to was your face is an impossible mission. It will get you in bed as soon as possible (Buy it here).
5. NARS Lip Gloss, Rose Gitane:
My favorite lipgloss shade! Can give you a that stain effect look, or just lick, lick juicy lips. It looks dark on the tube but it's perfect on my lips.
6. Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque: This literally saves my face from breakouts. Breakouts don't stand a chance with this mask. It's the cheapest yet most effective mask that I ever bought in my life. It really does what it promises to do, and this is one of the products that has definitely brought my face back to clearer state.
7. shu uemura Brightening Cleansing Oil 15.2 oz: Great cleanser for oily skin. Picks up any dirt or makeup debris and give you a clean and squeaky feeling without the tight and dry feeling.
8. shu uemura Eyelash Curler ($19): It's practically the holy grail eyelash curler of everyone in the beauty community. The only eyelas curler that didn't seem such a torture device. Self-explanatory why this made the list.
9. Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil, Zero: My kohl eyeliner of choice for my lower lashline or waterline. It doesn't smudge or budge. It stays put the whole day until you have to take it off. The pencil is super soft that it glides during application, and won't tug your eyes
10. Yu-Be Moisturizing Skin Cream 2.75 oz Jar ($24): Despite of the camphor smell (aka Vick's Vapor Rub smell), this works wonders on dry and chapped skin. It moisturizes your had without the greasy feeling, and only leaves it nice and smooth. It doubles as a lip balm as well and it really moisturizes your lips.
What makes up your list?
Eyeko Eye Beauty Eyeshadows (Review and Swatches)
Eyeko currently features two 5-in-1 eyeshadow cake pans in Sexy Eyes and Pretty Eyes in their makeup collection. What's good about Eyeko is most of their products usually serves more than one purpose.
These eyeshadows are so cute and travel friendly as it houses five different colors in each tin. Each tin contain each eyeshadows that compliment each other. The eyeshadows are great for people on the go. My only gripe is probably the lid itself since it can easily pop off the can.
Sexy eyes is more for the subtle and natural look. I usually reach out for this more often since it is much more suited for work. The first top two eyeshadows are a little bit on the sheer side, but can easily be fixed with a good base or primer. It can also make an excellent highlight color for the browbone or on the inner corner of your lid.
Pretty Eyes Eyeshadow tin features a pinks and purples in pastel shades. It's a great palette for Spring for a soft yet playful look. I've read some reviews from other bloggers that this eyeshadow tin was a bit sheer, but I actually thought it had a pretty decent pigmentation. I got a good color pay off with one swipe for the swatches, and it'll probably even better with a base underneath.
You can buy these eyeshadow cake pans for only £5.00 (approx $7-8) with free shipping at Eyeko.com. Don't forget to enter code E122 to receive a free gift with every order.
MAC Hello Kitty Spring 2009... New Product Photos!!!
I'm definitely picking up the Lucky Tom palette and the nail lacquer... and maybe a DazzleGlass.
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Credit: Makeup Makes me Happy
Did these photos impressed you enough? Are we at least a teeny bit excited now?
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Skincare Routine (Night) Part 1: Shu Uemura Brightening Cleansing Oil
I've decided to do a series of product reviews that are part of my current skincare routine. My skincare routine has changed within the year as I have experimented with different products that I think will suit me. The items that will be featured are products that are currently in my bathroom or vanity being used for at least the past two months.
I will be doing one or two products a week until I've gone through all of them. For each posts, I will have a recap of previous skincare items listed at the end of every review with links.
Sounds good?
Skin Tidbit
I've previously battled acne for almost a two years in and I can vouch that it was probably one of the saddest point of my life. It took a toll on my self-esteem because of what I saw every morning when I woke up, another pimple some where on my face to join the rest of the gang. No matter how much cover you put on your face, it was never be enough just because mentally you still knew that the pimple was there, and people still saw it.
I knew whatever my current approach on taking care of my skin had to change because obviously nothing was working. I started reading the ingredients on every product and became a bit more mindful with what I slathered on my face. And over time, my skin had improved... immensely.
My skin type can be categorized under the oily or combination type depending on the season. I do tend to get really oily during warmer days, and dry in the winter in certain areas. I am still acne-prone, yet my breakouts are much milder now in comparison to previous experience. If and when I do breakout it's probably because of hormonal changes during that time of the month, or I'm paying the price of not washing my face from the night before (yes, I'm still guilty of this). Although the products I use change overtime, I still try to stick to the tips I've mentioned before to maintain a good and healthy skin.
Night time Routine
1. I start by removing my eye makeup with Mandom Cleansing Express Cleansing Lotion Sebum (click for the review). Not only this makeup remover is inexpensive, but it's gentle enough for my eyes and does not leave an oily residue. It does a great job on removing my eye makeup, including my mascara.
2. And then, I was my face with shu uemura Brightening Cleansing Oil 15.2 ozto remove any traces of makeup or dirt on my face
Product Blurb: shu uemura Brightening Cleansing Oil 15.2 ozis a "is a one-step, mild cleansing oil that removes makeup while gently cleansing, moisturizing, and calming the skin. It's ideal for those with dull and spotted skin or those seeking protection from UV rays. This gentle cleansing oil leaves the skin appearing more even toned, translucent, and smoothed for a radiant finish every time (Source)."
Price: $35 (5 oz) or $75 (15.2 oz)
This is my cleanser of choice at night. At first, I was a bit hesitant whether or not I should use cleansing oil for my already oily skin and with the product containing mineral oil, but I took the plunge and decided to try it.
The oil cleansing method is actually a great way to rid of any impurities trapped in your pores. Using the shu uemura uses a tad bit different approach in cleansing your skin. Before anything, I make sure my hands are clean (so wash your hands!) since I'll be applying the cleanser on my face first WITHOUT water. So you're just massaging the oil on your face to break down any dirt and makeup debris left over with your dry hands. It is oily, but it's not thick that it feels gross on your skin.
The smell of the oil is actually quite pleasant and a bit relaxing in my opinion. It is lightly scented, but nothing strong or vomit inducing. It smells fresh in my opinion. Once the oil has been fully massaged on to your face, dampen your hands and massage your face again. This will emulsify the oil and will start to foam. This step gets rid of the oily feeling before rinsing your whole face with water to rid of the foam.
You'll notice that face will feel clean but not dry nor oily. Although you are putting oil on your face, this cleanser will not leave any oily residue.
I also notice that my face look a bit brighter after repeated use. And any recent acne marks that I might have gradually lighten. And the week I stop using the cleanser (I have chosen not to bring it with me to my trip to the Philippines), my face became looking dull and drabby.
Because of the packaging of the cleanser, it is quite a challenge to bring this on board long trips because there is a chance of spilling it all over your suitcase (although you can turn the knob to 'lock it', but I didn't want to risk it), and this small bottle does not come cheap. So in order to save me the agony and grief, I left it at home, but my skin ended up paying for the price. My pores are more clogged (with the cleanser I ended up bringing) that new breakouts end up being huge in size. Since then, I am pretty convinced that this cleanser did make some impact on the clarity of my skin.
Overall, despite of it's steep price mark, this cleanser is worth every penny for me. It does a great job of really cleansing my face with out drying it out especially during winter time, and it brightens up my face after repeated use. It's very gentle leaves my skin feeling refreshed and ready for bed everytime.
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
Stay tuned for Part 2 of the series.
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Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual (Review)
A good makeup book is filled with colorful pages, a chockful of tips and things to know, and maybe if I'm lucky, how to recreate the modeled look step by step.
I've spent quite sometime at the bookstore perusing makeup books in the hopes that I will find another good read to add to my growing collection. I'm always in a search for one. And one day, I was lucky enough to win a contest for a copy of Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual (Thanks Roselyn!). You just can never have too many makeup books in my opinion.
My first impression of the book is: "Wow, this is probably the best looking makeup book I've seen." As a skimmed through the pages, it was filled with pictures, a lot of pictures. I like pictures.
The book looking into it a little deeper, I noticed that the topics covered in the book were very organized and builds to the next one. It covers the basics-what-you-need-to-know subjects. The first few pages are really basic things for some people but nonetheless still good reminders. It's pretty much things you might already know from reading blogs or magazines.
What I really liked about the book are the illustrations. I love pictures in books especially if they're very organized and appealing to the eye and not a bunch or random images thrown together. The pictures give you a better visualization of what she's talking about and definitely helps with the step by step makeup application section of the book. It's pretty much like reading a tutorial from your favorite blog.
Another good aspect of this book is that it covers how to take care of your skin as well, and it dedicates a whole chapter for it. It also lists the expiration date for makeup products as seen on the image below.
And here's a sample of a step by step how-to part of the book. For some reason, this page was my favorite out of all the pages in the book. The how-to parts; however, only covers the basic elements of makeup application with a few creative ones toward the end. The creative makeup samples I thought wasn't as compelling as it should have been. They were more costume-y looks yet pretty simple. Nothing really mind boggling.
What sets this makeup book apart though from the previous books I've read is it's simplicity and the tips it offers and resources (books, agencies, websites) you might be interested in checking out in case you do plan to pursue a career in makeup artistry. Some books do mention it briefly in passing or some general information. It's definitely a good starting research point for those who haven't had the slightest clue on where to look.
Overall: The book is definitely a good read. Although the book targets both beginners and professionals, I think it caters more to people who are just starting with makeup. It does offer good tips and reminders which everyone can actually use, but don't expect over-the-top makeup looks in this book. If I have to categorize the makeup majority of the looks found in the book, it's more of a practical day or night makeup. Something you would probably wear for work or a night out with friends and are mostly neutral looks that emphasizes your features. But, I really enjoyed the images in the book because it really helps you go through the procedure step by step. The book; however, is pretty pricey in my opinion, but you can always get it cheaper at Amazon.com (Buy here). The book retails for $32 (Amazon.com $21.12).
Friday, January 09, 2009
Sneak Peek: Spring Makeup Collections (Asia)
You can find the booklet of makeup collection in the February 2009 issue of Biteki magazine. Here's a sneak peek of what to expect.
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Why can't we have these too? How can you resist on not buying pretty much all of them with the screaming cute packaging? If I can only have at least one of each *sigh*...


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It's that time for a 100,000 mile timing chain. Do anyone have any suggestions on what to be exspecting from the stealers to make repairs for my money worth than to make the RR very happy.
It's that time for a 100,000 mile timing chain. Do anyone have any suggestions on what to be exspecting from the stealers to make repairs for my money worth than to make the RR very happy.
Originally Posted by dewayne lee
Crooked Rod Charters www.crookedrod.com
Tarpon... everything else is just bait
indeed. I don't remember seeing anyting about timing chains being a maintenance item. Are you having issues that lead you to believe this needs to be done? Since timing chains are a wear item their change interval really depends on driving habits, maintenance and symptoms. Unless you are having issues with slipped timing, misfires or rediculous pinging I wouldn't worry about it yet.
Common sense is not a gift, it is a punishment.
Because you have to deal with everyone who doesnt have it.
I believe most of the time a 1/4 inch of slack is acceptable in an old timing chain.
Lets just say when I replace the heads and cam LS1 in my trans am with a new LS6 motor, the timing chain was as good as new, and at the time of replacement the motor was 140K old, and was pushing around 455 rwhp with a wicked driving attitude.
2001 Range Rover HSE 4.6
Oslo Blue
My timing belt came off a few months ago while i was going at about 70 mph on the highway. I lost power steering, engine began to smoke, etc. It was a scary experience and not one I'd want to relive.
"You may all go to hell, but I will go to Texas" - Davey Crockett
"Stella" '96 4.0; OEM brush-guard w/ Hella 3000s; Michelin LTX M/S 255/70/R16
I asked a LR mechanic about the timing chain replacement timeline. He said that it should last the lifespan of the engine. Several other things will normally go wrong way before the timing chain. When it is time to replace the oil pump or main bearings or any other thing, then the timing chain is replaced.
R. Storey Wilson
A Healthy EAS At 130,000
Tried to Kill Me...
Miss the Range Rover.
Yes, but what kind of car was that? Belts have a lset ife span, chains do not. Belts will snap due to growing brittle with age, chains will not. Belts will loose teeth and other teeth will round off, chains will not. Timing chains as we have in our rigs will stretch, gain slack, maybe even skip a tooth in extreme wear. However, failure is extrememly rare in timing chains. Thier wear causes a book load of flags to warn you of impending doom. You are much more likely to suffer from every other Rover issue before a timing chain "failure".Originally Posted by anear575
Common sense is not a gift, it is a punishment.
Because you have to deal with everyone who doesnt have it.
I had no Idea that we had belts and not chains.....that kinda pisses me off.
I wish I had a chain, I dont see the reason(except cutting down on costs)for them to favor a rubber belt.
2001 Range Rover HSE 4.6
Oslo Blue
ummmm number 8 below.....Originally Posted by Roverrated
John - South Australia
1981/1994/2002 Range Rover
1986 Range Rover Ambulance
1998 Autobiography 4.6 V8 of course
More likely steely but definately not rubbery.
1996 4.6 SE - Prins VSI LPG
Stealth HSE Upgrade Status - Wood trimmed door cards, electric memory seats, front fogs, 18" Alloys, rear reading-lamps, rear footwell lamp, front footwell lights, electrochromatic mirror; illuminated passenger visor.
yep we got a chain. Now it would have to have a lot a slack to alter cam timing. I rebuilt my engine a week ago due to a worm cam and the timing chain looked fine. The engine had 100k on it. I replaced the chain just b/c I was doing a rebuild. I see no reason to replace the chain unless you have a massive performance problem. The engine is non interference so if the chain lets loose the motor will survive. The dealership will rape you on the price of replacing the timing chain.
97 black p38 coils and 32 inch mud tires. Rebuilt the **** thing!
The chain is NOT a regular replacement item as stated above. Do you have any issues related to chain wear??
2000 4.6 Vitesse Java Black with 120,000 miles riding on a healthy EAS
Unless he is referring to the serpentine belt?
1998 Autobiography 4.6 V8 of course
Just to say i'm really on the go an like to be on top of my beast. Do to the 100,000 miles of some other vehicles, i was always concern to keep up with my RR up to par. No there isn't anything wrong with my RR or it's serpenten belt just trying to keep the life of the BEAST going.


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Iran on Wednesday demanded from international organizations to determine the fate of the former defense minister deputy Ali Reza Asgari, after reports about his death in an Israeli prison. Mohammad Ra'ouf Sheibani Iran's deputy foreign minister for Middle Eastern affairs announced on Tuesday that Asgari died in an Israeli prison.
He expressed deep regret over his death and urged the international community to take immediate action against the "Zionist regime for committing such a crime." Iran claims Israel had kidnapped Asgari with the help of the USA.
The Jewish American journalist Richard Silverstein has recently revealed that the retired general was found dead inside the Ayalon Prison in Israel. Asgari disappeared in Turkey on December 9, 2006.
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This year has seen many early victims of hay fever, well before most newspapers have begun carrying daily pollen forecasts. The combination of warm, dry weather, brisk breezes, and air pollution has created a potent mix for the 12 million UK sufferers. Large quantities of the yellow stuff have also been blown across from continental Europe on easterly winds. Although most hay fever sufferers, as the name suggests, get symptoms as a result of pollen from the 150 species of grass flowering from May until August, there are many other pollens that can trigger symptoms.
Tree pollen, beginning with hazel in January, and then from March through April alder, willow, poplar and birch, affects different groups of people. At this time of year oak and pine are a problem. Later, in the autumn, some weeds and fungi spores can lay low other groups. Pollen is at its heaviest concentrations between 6am and 9am and in the evenings, but this depends heavily on the weather. A good spell of rain literally washes it out of the air.
Hay fever is miserable. Sufferers are warned to avoid going out on warm sunny days, to not hang washing out because it acts as a pollen trap, and even to brush the pets when they come in. City dwellers can get even worse symptoms than country folk because traffic fumes compound the effects of pollen. Even if you venture out you are advised to wear wraparound sunglasses. Hope for frequent sharp showers.


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By now we were in a state of maximum disorientation, just trying to stay on the grinder with the others.
On the "grinder," a black asphalt courtyard, would-be SEALs spend hours doing mass calisthenics.
In barrels around the grinder's edge, artillery simulators blasted away.
Mr. grinder was still away, and Mr. Canning had not yet arrived.
You see that this fellow whom they call the grinder was certainly the man I struck.
Here's the young woman comen that we were a-talken about by-now,' said a grinder, suddenly interrupting.
The man to judge a forger's work is a grinder, and not another forger.
If Mr grinder wanted a shelter for his customers he should pay for it himself.
grinder was arrested and tried but no proof could be secured.
Old English grindere "one who grinds (grain);" agent noun from grind (v.). Meaning "molar tooth" is late 14c. (Old English had grindetoð). Meaning "machine for milling" is from 1660s; of persons, from late 15c. Large sandwich sense is from 1954, though the exact signification is uncertain (perhaps from the amount of chewing required to eat one).


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Before adopting, amending or repealing any permanent rule, the Oregon Sweet Cherry Commission will give notice of the intended action:
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Chili from Scratch
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 pound turkey or lean ground beef (but not a combination)
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves or 1 tsp dried
- 2 cups chopped tomatoes (diced canned are fine; don't bother to drain)
- 1 or 2 fresh or dried hot chilies, seeded and minced
- 1 pound dried pinto or kidney beans, rinsed and picked over, and soaked, if you like
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Put the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. When it's hot, add the ground meat and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Adjust the heat so it sizzles steadily, and cook, stirring occasionally to break it up, until the meat browns all over (5-10 minutes).
Add the onion, and cook, stirring once in a while, until it softens and turns golden (3-5 minutes). Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin, and oregano, and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture becomes fragrant (another minute).
Add the tomatoes, chili, and beans to the pot, along with enough water to cover everything by 2-3 inches. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat so the mixture bubbles steadily, but not furiously, and cover. Cook, undisturbed, for 30 minutes. After that, stir the chili every 20 minutes or so and adjust the heat so it continues to bubble gently; add more water, 1/2 cup at a time, if the chili starts to stick to the bottom of the pot.
When the beans begin to soften (30-60 minutes, depending on the type of bean and whether or not you soaked them), sprinkle with salt and pepper. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally and adding water if the pot looks too dry, until the beans are quite tender but still intact--this will take about the same amount of time as it took for them to soften. When the beans are very tender, taste, adjust the seasoning, and serve, garnished with the cilantro.
Change It Up!
Chili with Canned Beans: Using canned beans instead of dried cuts the cooking time down to about 35 minutes: Drain and rinse about 4 cups, or 2 (15-ounce) cans, of canned beans; add them instead of the dried beans in Step Don't add any water. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to a bubble, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until everything thickens (20 minutes or so). Then continue with Step
Chili with All Sorts of Dried Beans: Try black beans, white beans, chickpeas, or lentils (lentils will be ready 30 minutes after you add them to the pot).
- Total Time: Power up: There's nearly half a day's protein in one serving of this low-fat chili.
- Yield: Makes 6-8 servings (serving size: about 1 cup of turkey chili)
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Get nearly half a day's worth of protein in just one serving of this hearty chili. Top it with cilantro for a boost of vitamins A and K.


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SAN JOSE (BCN and KQED) — The San Jose City Council on Tuesday approved a funding strategy that backers claim would add 141 new police officer positions and restore other city services but would require tens of millions in revenue the city does not yet have.
The council voted 10-1, with Councilman Ash Kalra opposed, for a proposal by Mayor Chuck Reed and Councilman Sam Liccardo that would raise the number of San Jose police officers from 1,109 in the current budget to 1,250 in four years.
The proposal seeks to investigate options to return city services to January 2011 levels, including restoring 10 percent pay cuts given to city employees, with police staffing the highest priority.
Reed and Liccardo also proposed restoring funding levels for fire, library and community center services.
But last week, as the San Jose Mercury News reported, San Jose's police union slammed the plan. From the Merc …
The San Jose officers' union, which has argued the city must restore the 10 percent pay cuts over the next year to keep cops from fleeing to higher-paying departments elsewhere, remained unimpressed.
Jim Unland, president of the San Jose Police Officers' Association, called the proposal "nothing more than convoluted rhetoric" from a mayor and council he accuses of "dismantling of our public safety infrastructure."
"These two politicians have zero credibility when it comes to public safety and their latest plan is full of empty promises," Unland said. "Reed and Liccardo gambled with our residents' safety and lost, resulting in skyrocketing crime, unsafe neighborhoods and officers leaving in droves." Full article
For several years now, San Jose has been losing officers at an alarming rate, many leaving for better-paying jobs after the city cut pay and pensions during a budget crisis. So far this year, the department has lost 75 officers, two-thirds of whom left after resigning their positions, Acting Police Chief Larry Esquivel said.
In July, San Jose police lost an arbitration case in which they had asked for a 10 percent raise, "raising the specter of even more officers fleeing the already lean force," as the Merc wrote. Police and other unions have also challenged the city's pension reform plan, Measure B, in court. The measure, overwhelmingly passed by voters in June 2012, gives city workers a choice between a less generous pension or paying more for their current benefits.
As of last week, the San Jose Police Department had 996 sworn officers, with about 43 police cadets nearing graduation from the police academy, police said.
How to pay
The city is now $20 million short of the money it would cost to restore the 10 percent salary cuts to city workers, and would need $35 million to restore police, fire, libraries and community centers to what they received in January 2011, Reed said.
Reed and Liccardo, in a joint memo to the council, reported that the money may be raised in a variety of ways, such as reducing police overtime pay, eliminating sick leave pay to officers at retirement and using $15 million the city set aside during labor negotiations with the Police Department.
Reed said at the meeting that the city should also consider asking city voters to pass a new tax measure, preferably on the ballot in November 2014, to raise additional funds.
San Jose also needs to find $70 million to $80 million in funding for needed repairs to city streets, Reed said.
"So we are a lot of money short from where we'd like to be, both to restore pay and to restore services," Reed said.
"Today, we are talking really about prioritizing the work as we go forward in anticipation of being able to both restore services and to restore pay," he said.
Hiring the 141 new police officers, at a cost of $153,000 in compensation plus $13,000 in equipment and other costs for each one, would alone require $23.4 million the city does not have, according to Reed.
The Reed-Liccardo plan would pay San Jose police officers an incentive bonus equal to 4 percent of their salaries to convince them to stay with the force.
Reed described the proposed strategy as a balance between reviving city services and pay and "making the Police Department the highest priority for restoring services and the highest priority for restoring pay."
Acting Police Chief Esquivel, who attended the meeting, commended the council for proposing the 4 percent retention incentive for current officers.
The inducement would help "to keep our people here, from fleeing" to better-paying jobs in other cities, Esquivel said.


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WINNIPEG — Accidental overdoses of oxycodone and fentanyl have killed at least 25 Manitobans in the last two years, raising fears that more people will die awaiting treatment as waiting lists continue to soar.
New data from the Chief Medical Examiner's Office reveals the number of accidental prescription opiate overdoses is on the rise. In 2008, 10 people died following accidental overdoses of oxycodone and fentanyl. Preliminary data from 2009 indicates that number rose to at least 15 last year, and some toxicology reports haven't been finalized yet.
Oxycodone is a narcotic pain reliever included in such prescription drugs as OxyContin and Percocet.
Laurie Magee, program director of the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba's methadone intervention program, said at least half of the people who died from accidental OxyContin overdoses last year were on the program's waiting list.
The continuing surge in prescription painkiller abuse has driven up the waiting list for methadone treatment, Magee said, and put an increased strain on addiction staff, who feel overwhelmed by growing pressure to treat and stabilize patients.
There are close to 700 Manitobans on methadone, but people on the waiting list can't get in for treatment until someone drops out or has stabilized enough to get the drug from a community pharmacy.
The number of people waiting for treatment jumped from 150 to 180 people in the last three months, raising concerns it could take longer than six to 12 months for someone to get help.
"It sounds terrible to say, but we have (the waiting list) colour-coded. We used orange for people we got on the program, green for people who we couldn't find or got options elsewhere. And then we've got writing in there that says deceased, deceased, deceased," Magee said, leafing through the names on the program's waiting list.
Last month, the Manitoba government restricted the number of OxyContin prescriptions doled out by physicians in an effort to reduce the supply of opiates sold on city streets, and in turn, the demand for methadone treatment services.
However, frontline workers are still facing a steady increase in the number of Manitobans seeking help for their addictions — a trend they don't expect to plateau any time soon.
Dr. Lindy Lee, director of Health Sciences Centre's addiction unit, said she knows of 15 people who died from opiate overdoses last year, including patients who were on a waiting list or a relative or friend of a patient she treated.
"I think it will be a slow medical response that will take some years to gain steam," she said of recent changes announced by the government. "My numbers are still steadily going up."


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any answer please
I know I'm dump in this
I know I'm Asking to much but what can I do
I followed Xploitz Tutorial [ -XploitxVideoE-ZWPAWPA2CrackingTuto ]
What I'm asking for IsCode:BSSID PWR RXQ Beacons #Data, #/s CH MB ENC CIPHER AUTH ESSID 00:14:7F:11:AC:A7 195 100 9896 0 0 6 48 WPA TKIP PSK !. > [ Natty Dreed ] < .! BSSID STATION PWR Rate Lost Packets Probes
Why my data is [ Zer0 ] ??
And when I do this
return withCode:aireplay-ng -0 1 -a 00:14:7F:11:AC:A7 eth1 -c 00:13:02:2e:96:64
I add this " -h 00:13:02:2e:96:64 "Code:No source MAC (-h) specified. Using the device MAC (00:13:02:2E:96:64) 02:57:55 Waiting for beacon frame (BSSID: 00:14:7F:11:AC:A7) 02:57:55 Sending DeAuth to station -- STMAC: [00:13:02:2E:96:64]
but the same error without " No source MAC (-h) specified. Using the device MAC (00:13:02:2E:96:64) "
What I'm having wrong
Best regards to every one
any answer please
I know I'm dump in this
I don´t see you having a client to deauth in airodump window, do you have one? It helps to have two wireless cards, otherwise you'll need another computer to connect wirelessly to your ap with wpa.
Learn to live, but live to learn, eh?
It doesn't look like you have a wireless client connected to the network.
Have a look at this:
So I take my brother laptop and Now I have client
in aireplay-ng
i ran this command
Then It return withCode:aireplay-ng -0 1 -a 00:14:7F:11:AC:A7 -c 00:18:DE:A9:04:3A wlan0
AND it hanging and not respond for any thing even the keyboardCode:Waiting for beacon frame (BSSID: 00:14:7F:11:AC:A7) on channel 1 Sending DeAuth to station -- STMAC: [00:18:DE:A9:04:3A]
and I notice in airodump-ng window have been cleared from information
Code:CH 1 ][ Elapsed: 29 mins ][ 2008-01-12 18:30 BSSID PWR RXQ Beacons #Data, #/s CH MB ENC CIPHER AUTH ESSID BSSID STATION PWR Lost Packets Probes
also I have to reboot my laptop to get respond ;(
any help
I'm using : BackTrack 3 Beta -> Maybe it's a bug
My chip : Ipw3945
I forget to tell
I'm Little far from my router
not too much about 15 meter with two walls
i cant get a wpa handshake. i just dont understand. it used to work fine.
aireplay-ng -o 5 -a XXXXXXXXXX -c XXXXXXXXX rausb0
& nothing....!!!! doh
any clues .
oh my card is set to the same channel as the ap and i enabled --bssid option to filter the ap's. thanks in advance.
If you were following my tutorial, why did'nt you do what I asked in my first post??
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Exclusive: Nina Dobrev - "I'm Single!"
Rumors started swirling last week that Nina Dobrev and her on-again-off-again beau Ian Somerhalder are back together, but the "Vampire Diaries" babe exclusively filled us in on what's really happening with her love life.
During an interview with GossipCenter's Amber Milt, the 25-year-old actress assured us that she is definitely single and enjoying her enormous success.
Miss Dobrev's stylist Ilaria Urbinati quipped that a plus side to Nina's fame is being able to date "cute boys." The brunette beauty quickly replied with, "I'm single, so that's definitely a perk."
In addition to dishing on her relationship status, the former "Degrassi" star said that the key to staying grounded in the business is keeping clear of "toxic people" and hanging out at "dive bars instead of night clubs."
As for Nina's busy career, she is getting ready for the release of "Let's Be Cops" on August 13 and is currently shooting scenes for "The Final Girls" with Malin Akerman.


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The words "Dust Bowl" tend to evoke The Grapes of Wrath.
But John Steinbeck's 1939 novel was about the people who fled the disaster and headed for California. Ken Burns' latest PBS documentary is about the people who stayed, "a much more complex, tragic and interesting story that continues to resonate today," as he put it.
It's a cautionary tale about "the greatest man-made ecological disaster in American history," Burns said, "a 10-year apocalypse punctuated by hundreds of terrifying black blizzards that killed not only farmers' crops and cattle, but their children."
Americans encouraged to settle in Texas, Oklahoma, Colorado and New Mexico spent years heedlessly plowing up an area the size of Ohio. When the droughts returned, "the ever-present winds blew [and] rearranged the landscape completely, moving more dirt in one day in one storm than the U.S. had excavated in more than the 10 years it took to dig the Panama Canal," Burns said. "Franklin Delano Roosevelt was able to swipe his finger on his desk in the White House and come up with Oklahoma."
It wasn't just the blowing dust that sparked a disaster, it was the resultant plagues of locusts, jackrabbits and more.
"This was the first time in our history where man himself changed the climate," said Timothy Egan, author of the book The Worst Hard Time: The Untold Story of Those Who Survived the Great American Dust Bowl.
As is Burns' wont, he and co-creator Dayton Duncan crafted a two-part, four-hour documentary. Burns describes the film as "an epic of human pain and suffering" and "the story of heroic perseverance." He added: "And more than any other film we have made, it is an oral history populated less by historians and experts than those who survived those horrible days."
Survivors like Calvin Crabill, who recalls getting caught in one of these storms when he was 8 or 9. "This thing came," he said, "and I just said to myself I was a little boy who had gone to Sunday school, of course 'It's the end of the world.' "
Yet Cal Crabill was one of the lucky ones. "The film documents kids rounding up the cattle who never came home, found tangled in barbed wire, suffocated to death, choking," Burns said. "This is an apocalypse that is so hard to fathom."
When Egan went "foraging" for stories, he discovered the survivors' tales were so horrific even their own children and grandchilden didn't believe them.
"So they just stopped talking about the story," Egan said. "Once they started talking about it again, it was a gusher. It came out. You almost couldn't get them to shut up."
And the story remains relevant. The problems that caused the Dust Bowl haven't disappeared. Farmers and municipalities have been drawing water from an aquifer that stretches from Canada to Texas, but that water is being depleted. "When that's gone, then you have the possibility which was the great fear in the mid-'30s that we'll have an American Sahara Desert in the center of the country," Burns said.
It's a possibility made stronger by global warming, which has its own parallels to the dust bowl. Including some who continue to maintain man didn't cause the dust bowl.
"But for the most part, people have come to understand that they were responsible in a large way for this ecological disaster," Burns said. "We are definitely making a lot of the same mistakes."
'The Dust Bowl'
Part 1 of the two-part, four-hour documentary airs Sunday, Nov. 18, at 7 and 9 p.m. on KUED-Channel 7; Part 2 airs Monday, Nov. 19, at 7 and 9 p.m. KBYU-Channel 11 will air "The Dust Bowl" on Tuesday and Wednesday, Nov. 20 and 21, at 8 p.m.


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