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{DIY} Ribbon Storage
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This is pure genius. Seriously! I think it's a great way to store ribbon, but gosh it looks gorgeous, too.ReplyDelete
Thanks for sharing.
Greetings from Germany
Love it! I am organizing here myself... but most of my stuff is getting organized away into cupboards so we can fit another kid in the house :PReplyDelete
I love seeing your pictures! Hope you will show more... maybe soon you'll have a bunch of beautiful Japanese ribbon added to your stash?
Great ribbon storage idea! I even save ribbon from birthday gifts (its pricy!) and have a hard time keeping it all from looking wrinkled over time. That white shelf on the wall is too cute, did you make it or purchase? I would love to add some of different lengths to my daughters bedroom wall.ReplyDelete
I really like this - clever, attractive and useful! Like the shelf over the ribbon storage too - another great organizational tool!ReplyDelete
That is so cute Jessica!! I love the idea - it keeps everything tidy and looks super cute!!ReplyDelete
Very cool. I really like this!ReplyDelete
Hi Jessica, you can get many sew/craft whatnots at 100Yen Daiso shops (found almost everywhere) & the Yuzawaya chain of stores in Kamata. That's why you get real bargains for things you need (& don't need!). And while in the midst of yr unpacking & sorting, don't forget to go to the Tokyo Quilt Fest (Tokyo Dome) that's coming up soon! Happy New Year in wonderful, beautiful Japan !ReplyDelete
- CarolynJanuary 11, 2012 at 3:41 PM
This would be great for short-term storage, or storage of what you're currently working on. Just be careful - direct contact with cardboard, some papers, or bare wood (anything non-archival) over time can discolor textiles, trims, or ribbons. Guess how I found out......ReplyDelete
Fantastic idea! I am so going to use this. Found you at "One Pretty Thing" and so pleased I did, thanks.ReplyDelete
Genius, totally gonna do this in my office, :)ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJanuary 31, 2012 at 6:15 AM
those are adorable - definitely gonna try those later. I think i might decoupage mine with some scrap paper and some mod podge :)ReplyDelete
I love your idea! Might even make mine from ply wood and paint them in yummy colors...ReplyDelete
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Electronic Cigarettes: Healthy Alternative?
As we all know, the price of cigarettes, like everything else, has skyrocketed in the last year and this new tax hike is ridiculous. More and more places, even bars and night clubs, are banning cigarettes. I, for one, enjoy being able to smoke where I want and when I want... so finally, a solution?
Well, maybe....
I've known about electronic cigs for a while and I've even tried a few like Smoking Everywhere. There is a new brand I recently came across though and they seem to be the ticket.
I haven't heard too much about the cigs, but they I placed my order today. I don't care too much for having to go outside of bars or restaurants to smoke when the weather isn't so great. More and more places are banning cigarettes and I'd rather adjust than kick the habit.
I'm still going to smoke normal cigarettes every once in a while, because I'm sure there's nothing like the real thing. These just seems to be a great move for me.
Thoughts? Suggestions? Experiences?
Last edited by Chief Smoker; 05-05-2009 at 08:29 PM.
Until my cat misplaced my atomizer a few days ago I was using the an e-cig regularly. The smoke is different from that of a regular cigarette but you can definitely tell you are using a nicotine product as the urge for a real smoke almost disappears.
Is it healthier? I believe so without a doubt and there was a write up in the an Australian newspaper about the liquid steam vapor and long term smokers. Basically the steam and vapor help clean your lungs in a much faster than simply stopping smoking all together. My smokers cough disappeared after the first day which is shocking
Flavor? You will want to try certain suppliers out of the UK as they have closer matches to the real taste of a cigarette. Stay away from ebay and certain asian country's e-liquid as it is constantly lacking nicotine. A FF smoker will obviously want the high nicotine level while a light smoker wants the medium and the ultra light smoker wants the low nicotine. Most flavors labeled as "Marlboro" will have a stronger than normal vanilla flavor but everyone who has tried it thus far has liked it. Too big of an inhale and you will think you just smoked an "herbal" cigarette from the coughing.
Other thoughts? Can you smoke this in an airplane as advertised? While the FAA has no stand on the device it is solely up to the fight crew. Other thought would be to buy one with a blue or green led on the end to stop the hateful anti-smokers from walking out of there way to inform you that you are breaking the law by smoking. I egged one on and the woman called the police stating I was smoking around her children. When the cop showed up, she had no children with her and I informed the cop of what it was. The woman got a speech from the cop for making false statements to the police and was furious. I guess that day the facist Nazi Anti-smokers lost one....
For those people wanting to try an e-cigarette, there is a shop of out Honk Kong where you can try one with 10 re-fills for $11 shipped. It is not a long term use e-cig but you will get 3-4 months of use and are out very little if it breaks or gets lost.
I ordered my blu cigs from the smoke shop on cigreviews main web page. I ordered them last Monday and got them Friday. I have smoked them for 4 days now and I will never go back to regular cigarettes again.
I love the vanilla the most
I have to say I am very upset with my blu. It is not working right and when I call the customer service department I get no resolution, is anyone else having these problems?
I ordered my Liberty from Nationwide Smokes and I got them in 4 days and let me tell you they are wonderful and so much better than blu. I think I am going to take my loss with blu because no matter how many times I ask for a return envelope they never send it so my 30 days are now up. I sent it back with my own money and I still did not receive my refund.
I have tried 4 different electronic cigarettes and I have to say if you want the best electronic cigarette on the market then give Liberty a try.
I ordered my Liberty Stix 3 weeks ago from smokes-spirits and it came in 5 days. I am really impressed with this e-cig. I got three flavors of medium strength. The short learning curve lasts only one or two days. I'm smoking this thing like I would a regular cigarette except now, I'm smoking anywhere I want. I've smoked it in a busy restaurant, the post office and at my job. Nobody has accosted me in any way concerning my use of this. It's absolutely great plus I feel better with this. I have more energy and I'm not wheezing when I go to sleep at night.
Nicotine is not carcinogen, its exciting and addictive
Many people are confused about nicotine, even cardiologists!
Go to cancer.org and you'll find out that Nicotine is not a carcinogen. What kills in cigarettes are the glue, CO2, CO, tar, and more than 4500 other carcinogenic substances found in the burning oif tobacco and paper.
I switched to an electronic cigarette that resemble the real thing without the 4495 carcinogens, tar, CO, CO2, etc. Its not exactly the same, but after a couple of days, I got used, belive me, now cigarettes taste ackward, its like the first time I had one
My LiberyStix ecig still works pretty good. You have to change the cartridge when the volume of exhaled steam diminishes. I made one cartridge last the equivalent of a carton of smokes. It's only supposed to last for like two packs of smokes. I'm still using it but, I started making my own cigs so I'm still smoking and not really trying to quit now.
I actually just bought a Vapor King ecig because of FSC's. It is awesome. There are so many flavors and vaping is totally satisfying. I have 2 packs of non FSC Benson & Hedges left (I have been smoking them sparingly), and I have to say after using my Vapor King for the past 3 days the B&H don't taste very good. I have only had 6 cigarettes the past 3 days and I doubt I will have any tomorrow. I vape in the house and there is no cigarette smell, none. I think smoking may be a thing of the past for me...We'll see.
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January 31, 2006
Revisiting the decision for 'in-house' or 'outsource' project—Part 2
Not all automation projects require outside assistance of system integrators. The plant's in-house engineers can execute some projects just as well or better. On the other hand, a plant manager with no in-house engineering staff to draw upon is pretty much obliged to outsource the automation work. Tough decisions face the plant manager who has some, but not unlimited, in-house engineering resources.
Here are additional considerations for deciding whether to execute an automation project in-house or outsource it to a system integrator.
Should we go it alone?
Will in-house engineers be able to dedicate entire days to the project without interruptions?
Can in-house engineers finish the project within the timeframe dictated by business considerations?
Do in-house engineers have access to necessary technical tools, such as design software?
Does plant management need to maintain tight controls over project design and execution?
Will the project involve proprietary processes that must remain trade secrets?
Should we get help?
Is there a system integrator available who is willing to commit to a fixed price bid for the work?
Is there a system integrator available who has done this kind of work before?
Are in-house engineers—due to time constraints or lack of specific knowledge—more likely to provide an ad hoc solution rather than a well-designed and documented system?
Is there a hard-and-fast deadline for finishing the project?
Other considerations (Part 1) were presented in the previous 'Tip of the Week.'
Source: Control Engineering, July 2004, ' How to decide if a project should be in-house or outsourced ' sidebar in article 'In-House/Outsource Debate,' with data from Nol-Tec Systems, NEDDAM Software Technologies, American Standard/Trane, TransAmerican Automation, and AIA Automation.
January 24, 2006
Revisiting the decision for 'in-house' or 'outsource' project—Part 1
Not all automation projects require outside assistance of system integrators. The plant's in-house engineers can execute some projects just as well or better. On the other hand, a plant manager with no in-house engineering staff to draw upon is pretty much obliged to outsource the automation work. Tough decisions face the plant manager who has some, but not unlimited, in-house engineering resources.
Here are some considerations for deciding whether to execute an automation project in-house or outsource it to a system integrator.
Should we go it alone?
Is the required technology mature and well understood? Has it been applied before to automation of similar processes?
Will this project have a higher return on investment (ROI) than other jobs on which in-house engineers could be working?
Do in-house engineers have the experience and skills required to complete the project?
Would it be otherwise advantageous to develop more industrial automation expertise in-house?
Will the amount of work required fit into the in-house engineers' existing workload?
Should we get help?
Will the proposed automation system be copied from another facility?
Will this system be reproduced at other facilities?
Will this system be expanded in the future?
Would an outside viewpoint help overcome internal disagreements and political issues?
Is ROI high enough to make the cost of quick delivery worth the extra expense of outside assistance?
Additional considerations (Part 2) will be presented in the next 'Tip of the Week.'
Source: Control Engineering, July 2004, ' How to decide if a project should be in-house or outsourced ' sidebar in article 'In-House/Outsource Debate,' with data from Nol-Tec Systems, NEDDAM Software Technologies, American Standard/Trane, TransAmerican Automation, and AIA Automation.
January 17, 2006
Keeping controls open yet secure
Making control systems more open and interoperable also have made them more vulnerable to malicious acts—internal and external. To avoid what some have called 'plug and plague,' here are some suggestions to follow:
Dispel myths that feed a false sense of security. Common misconceptions include that security is an IT problem and that obscurity (of PLCs, DCS, embedded or other controls) provides security; another fallacy is that a firewall is all that's needed for protection.
Do a security assessment of risk analysis, including those in control engineering, IT, and others. Rank risks and assess present and proposed safeguards. At the center of any plan are plant assets, and, moving outward, are operating system security (and remote access), application security, intrusion detection, anti-virus protection, firewall, and backups/disaster recovery.
Establish rules, communicate and train, and enforce the rules. Visibility and consistency help thwart those who might consider causing trouble.
Implement technologies to support security measures. Patches and updates help.
Consider security with any upcoming changes; validate and manage updates; and make appropriate changes to related documentation and training. It's not a one-time effort; you need to assess, audit, check, revise, train, and do it all again regularly.
Additional information is available at the linked source below.
Source: Control Engineering, June 2004, Think Again, ' Open and secure controls .'
January 10, 2006
What to look for in a washdown-duty motor
Industrial electric motors have inherently rugged designs, but still require extra protective features to handle washdown with pressurized fluids and cleaning agents used in food and beverage processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and related packaging applications.
In particular, the industry workhorse ac induction motor has been enhanced with 'washdown-duty' features, and every major motor manufacturer offers a line of such motors. Here are some provisions to look for when choosing your motor:
Double-dip and bake varnish process to encapsulate the stator windings for extra protection against moisture and internal contaminants.
Epoxy primer on rotor to resist corrosion.
Stainless-steel output shaft (typically 300 Series)
Double-sealed, rolling-element bearings with special lubricant to improve lubrication life and resistance to washout, rust, and corrosion.
A slinger and contact lip seal fitted to the output shaft extension for added protection against contaminants.
Special exterior paint on outside surfaces (white paint is typical for food processing applications).
Stainless-steel housing offers an alternative to exterior painting for harsher conditions.
Other washdown motor features include neoprene rubber gaskets on the conduit box and drain holes/fittings in each end plate.
While induction motors dominate the washdown-duty motor sector, brushless servo and stepper motors increasingly are applied in harsh environments. 'Food-grade' ac servo motors are specifically designed for food and beverage packaging/handling. These servo motors feature epoxy paint, food-grade bearing grease, and typically up to IP67 ingress protection. A positive air-pressure system is an option for further protection against liquid entry.
Source: Control Engineering, June. 2004 Back to Basics, ' Washdown motor anatomy. '
January 3, 2006
Object-oriented programming concisely explained
Advantages of using objects lies in the creation of faster, better, less costly software code—at least if it's done well.
Objects allow code to be made more modular and allow those modules to be defined more clearly and concisely. As a result, code can be written faster with fewer mistakes and tested more easily; new functionality can be added to the system more easily (often without changing the underlying system code); and it's generally easier to create custom system interfaces and components because interfaces are more clearly defined.
There is one downside. Object-oriented code, like any other form of code, can be done badly. In that case, it's generally much worse than bad conventional code—and also harder to understand and can be harder to fix.
In short, object-oriented techniques are:
More complex and difficult to master than conventional programming techniques;
When done well, they allow software to be created more easily and allow that software to be more reliable and flexible;
Applicable at all levels in process control from the vendor's native code to the scripting provided to the user/integrator to the organization and maintenance of actual process databases and displays; and .
Object-oriented techniques do not, in themselves, guarantee a better result. Choose your vendors carefully, test the systems thoroughly, and make sure you understand how well the system will work in practice for your application.
Source: Control Engineering, Feb. 2004 ' Object-oriented programming in a nutshell ' sidebar and article, 'Object-Oriented Programming: A Primer.'
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Linda Feldman from CraftApple is back for Part 2 of our Advent Calendar Sew-Along. Today Linda shows you how to assemble the front of the advent calendar. Join in every Wednesday this month, and add your progress photos to our In A Pear Tree Advent Calendar Sew-Along Flickr group for a chance to win prizes just for sewing along!
Find a supply list, cutting instructions and ideas for the Advent windows in Part 1.
Post #2 Goal: Assemble Front of Advent Calendar
*Hint: When fusing fabric to fabric with fusible webbing, it is best to press without sliding the iron across the fabric. Sliding the iron can cause the fabric to stretch and create wrinkles which are difficult to remove. Instead, press for the appropriate time, then move the iron to an adjacent spot and continue to press until all the fabric is fused.
1. Attach Trunk
Spread out background piece, with liner piece on bottom, on ironing board. Center trunk piece on background fabric 3 ½" from the bottom edge as shown. Fuse trunk to background fabric. Topstitch around trunk using a â…›"seam allowance, securing it to the background.
2. Attach Circle
Center tree circle piece on background fabric, 5" from the top edge as shown. Circle should overlap trunk ~ ½". Fuse circle piece onto background. Topstitch around tree circle using a â…›" seam allowance, securing it to the background.
3. Attach Large Leaves
Find center of circle and mark the spot by placing a button there. Arrange the 16 large leaves around the outside of the circle. Using the button as a guide, aim the tips of the leaves toward the button, spacing them evenly as shown. Fuse leaves into place.
4. Attach Circle Pears and Small Leaves
Arrange 4 pears and 4 small leaves on tree circle as shown, using the button as a guide for placement. Make sure there is 1" clearance between the edge of the circle and the pears. Remove button. Fuse pieces into place. Topstitch around large leaves, pears and small leaves using a â…›" seam allowance, securing it to the background.
5. Attach Ground Pears
Arrange pears on ground as shown. Make sure to allow enough room at the top of each pear for a button. Fuse pieces into place. Topstitch around pears using a â…›" seam allowance, securing it to the background.
6. Topstitch Background
Stitch on background, outside of leaves and pears. I used free-motion stitching (see tutorial here), however any stitching around the areas where the flaps will open will make this advent calendar more durable.
Next Week: We'll make the leaf and pear openings.
Don't forget!: Post progress photos in the In A Pear Tree Advent Calendar Sew-Along Flickr group each week for a chance to win:
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quick question… we are supposed to topstitch around the large leaves also? or do we leave these unstitched?
I wish I had picked a brighter fabric for my lining now too 🙂
I really love all these bits of inspiration!
Very Bright & Colorful!
Wow this was fun I have finished all the stitching, can't wait for the next installment.
(((HUGS))) Roz.
I know I must be very careful what I wish for, but sometimes just a little more time to be creative is at the top of my wish list. 🙂
I have just turned my iron on and am ready to fuse. This is a great tutorial I am looking forward to getting started.
(((HUGS))) Roz.
Still working on cutting pieces out, but can see it coming together. Love this project! Thank you!
How cute is this! I love those fabrics together.
Now I understand how the liner fabric is going to show…glad I waited to fuse and didn't pick some random fabric. Looking forward to "glueing" everything down this week!
Great tutorial. This is such a cute project. The fabrics she's used are just perfect. I wish I had those same ones to recreate this exactly as she has. Very pretty.
This is really sweet. I like that it doesn't look like SUPER Christmas-y. Just enough 🙂
I'm glad I waited to choose my liner fabric. I wondered if it was going to show. I'm enjoying working on this piece.
Love this pear tree! So cute!
So cute!! I think this is where I will stop with mine – I want a tree and some pumpkins for Halloween, I think, rather than an advent calendar. But I have to get some fusible stuff first, so I'm holding off on this project until later.
Nice tutorial.
I'm intrigued as to how the flaps will work next week but very excited about getting all my little pieces and fusing them together…. before I inevitably lose a bit *rolls eyes*
Love this still. Will definitely be getting organised to get on with this soon
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Five Northwestern Oklahoma State University women will compete Nov. 6 for the title of Miss Northwestern during the Miss Northwestern and Outstanding Teen Scholarship Pageant.
The pageant will begin at 4 p.m. in Herod Hall Auditorium. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. Tickets can be bought before the pageant in several Alva locations including laDEEda, Holder Drug, the Northwestern Foundation Office and Alva Chamber of Commerce. Northwestern students with a valid student ID can get into the pageant for free.
Competing this year are Chelsay Adams, Mooreland freshman; Madison Bird, Alva freshman; Carrie Bowers, Cherokee sophomore; Rachel Ruble; Mooreland freshman; and Olivia Yandel, Kiowa (Kan.) freshman.
Adams is a mass communication major involved in the President's Leadership class, Society of Professional Journalists, Oklahoma Business Education Association and Alpha Sigma Alpha. She will perform the song "Rumor Has It." Her platform is "This is the Beautiful Me." With her platform she hopes to inspire and make a difference in the lives of young teenage girls.
Bird's platform focuses on the importance of giving blood to save lives. The health and sports science major hopes to help others overcome their fear to give blood. While attending Northwestern, Bird has been active in the President's Leadership Class and the Student Government Association. She will perform a pop vocal to "Something's Got a Hold on Me."
As a nursing major, Bowers' platform promotes "Self-Confidence and Self-Worth in Young Women." At Miss Northwestern, she will perform a vocal solo to "So Much Better" from the Legally Blonde musical. As a current student, Bowers reads to a pre-k class at Washington Elementary School, she was the Oklahoma Blood Institute Red Bone Marrow Donor contact and she is an advocate for "Build a Brick" for the American Red Cross.
During the pageant, Ruble will perform a musical theatre dance to "My Strongest Suit." Ruble hopes to obtain a degree in biology and teach high school science. Her platform is "Girl Power." Her plan is to help girls become more confident in themselves.
"Getting In, Staying Out: How Extra Curricular Activities Keep Kids Physically and Mentally Well" is an issue close to Yandel. She believes in the importance of staying active and to use it as a way to release creative energy and relieve stress. As a dancer, Yandel will perform a jazz dance to "Money."
Contact Lizabeth Richey, Miss Northwestern director, at email@example.com or (580) 327-8594 with questions regarding the pageant.
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I asked our waiter what was in them, and the only ingredient he would disclose was "garlic."
In Mexico the cow stomach concoction is called menudo and is made with garlic and onion.
garlic bread in Italy, bruschetta, is never made with butter but with fruity extra virgin olive oil.
Transfer the chicken pieces, fennel and whole cloves of garlic to a serving platter, reserving the pan juices.
Rub pork loin with paprika, Cajun seasoning, parsley, onion powder, garlic powder, sugar, salt, and pepper.
It is said that in India, where dyspepsia is common, garlic is found to be a great palliative.
The whiff of garlic over my shoulder told me that Simonetti had followed me, too.
When he came to the last tree he took the garlic and rubbed himself all over carefully, and the dholes yelled with scorn.
A whiff of garlic told me that Simonetti had reached the table.
He was an insubordinate dog, and always smelt abominably of garlic.


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More Food For Thought
A blogger added up the deer license sales in just a handful of states and arrived at a striking conclusion: There were over 600,000 hunters this season in the state of Wisconsin.
Allow me to restate that number: Over the last several months, Wisconsin's hunters became the eighth largest army in the world.
More men under arms than in Iran.
More than France and Germany combined.
These men deployed to the woods of a single American state, Wisconsin, to hunt with firearms, and no one was killed. That number pales in comparison to the 750,000 who hunted the woods of Pennsylvania and Michigan's 700,000 hunters, too, all of whom have now returned home safely.
Toss in a quarter million hunters in West Virginia and it literally establishes the fact that the hunters of those four states alone would comprise the largest army in the world.
And then add in the total number of hunters in the other 46 states. It's millions more.
The point?
America will forever be safe from foreign invasion with that kind of home-grown firepower.
Hunting…it's not just a way to fill the freezer.
It's a matter of national security.
That's why all enemies, foreign and domestic, want to see us disarmed.
Food for thought, when next we consider gun control.
If we disregard some assumptions that hunters don't possess the same skills as soldiers, the question would still remain…what army of 2 million would want to face 30, 40, 50 million armed citizens?
For the sake of our freedom, don't ever allow gun control or confiscation of guns.
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Disney Cruise Line dining is sure to satisfy the appetites of your entire family-thanks to fresh, expertly prepared dishes made available 24 hours a day. Featuring diverse menus inspired by some of the world's most intriguing destinations, and restaurants that are distinctly themed and brimming with charm, it's the finest dining at sea. Disney's innovative Rotational Dining system lets you "rotate" to one of 3 distinctly themed restaurants each night, while your servers follow you from venue to venue.
Other onboard food and beverage options include:
Note: Be sure to let us know your preferred seating time
and table size when you make your reservation. Disney Cruise Line will do
their best to accommodate you. If for some reason you don't get
the time/table that you prefer, check your navigator when you arrive. There will be a time/place where you can inquire about changes.
In addition to the normal Main Dining restaurants, guests 18 and over may make reservations at Palo, an upscale adult only restaurant on Deck 10. Dinner is served nightly and on cruises which include a day at sea, a Champagne Brunch and High Tea is also offered. (Advance online reservations are strongly recommended.)
It's requested that tank tops, shorts or swimwear not be worn in the restaurants.
Main Dining Venue Descriptions:
Animator's Palate
Ships: All
Dress Code: Changes nightly, check stateroom newsletter for information.
Cuisine: Contemporary Pacific Rim cuisine with an American flair
Inspired by the magic of Disney animation, this spacious yet stylized restaurant is filled with everything you'd expect to find inside an actual animator's studio. Character sketches, maquettes, light boxes, paint brushes, computer work stations and other tools of the animation trade delightfully decorate the venue; and scenes and characters from popular Disney films adorn the walls—creating a one-of-a-kind experience.
Ship: Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy
Cabanas is a Casual Dining restaurant that serves fresh food favorites. You have the option of eating indoors or outdoors. Cabanas serves made to order food for breakfast and lunch. At dinner, the restaurant becomes a table-service dining room serving Main Dining specialties.
Ship: Disney Magic
This Main Dining restaurant is named after Donald Duck's amigo in Disney's The Three Caballeros. It features South American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The decor resembles a Brazilian marketplace with South American architecture, festive during the day and elegant at night. A mural of the Three Caballeros decorates the main wall.
Enchanted Garden
Ship: Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy
Dress Code: Changes nightly, check stateroom newsletter for information.
Cuisine: Market-inspired Continental
Inspired by the picturesque gardens of Versailles, this restaurant boasts a market-inspired menu from around the world for breakfast, lunch and dinner - while transforming magically from day to night over the course of the meal. Flower light fixtures "bloom" in color and the ceiling changes from a brilliant blue, to golden red and finally into a constellation of twinkling stars. Adding to the idyllic atmosphere is a 7-foot tall cascading fountain with a Mickey Mouse stone cherub.
Ship: Disney Magic
Dress Code: Changes nightly, check stateroom newsletter for information.
Cuisine: Breakfast/Lunch: classic American - Dinner: continental with French flair
Named after the candelabra in Disney's animated film Beauty and the Beast, make your way into a spacious ballroom, where glowing rose flowers hang in glass domes with Art Deco columns. Offering a scrumptious 4-course dinner, enjoy a selection of cuisine with a distinct French-inspired twist. Breakfast and lunch boast American-inspired classics for Guests choosing to either remain on the ship or forgo the buffets.
Parrot Cay
Ships: Disney Wonder
Dress Code: Changes nightly, check stateroom newsletter for information.
Cuisine: Breakfast/Lunch: classic American - Dinner: Caribbean grill specialties
Inspired by the relaxed feel of the tropics, step into a festive and brightly colored room that recalls careless days on the beach. Parquet wood floors, shutters, large green leaves and khaki bamboo furniture mingle amid a turquoise-blue setting. During the 4-course dinner, enjoy a selection of Caribbean-island grill inspired cuisine for Guests of all ages.
Ship: Disney Fantasy
This restaurant serves French-inspired, continental cuisine and is inspired by the classic Disney films Cinderella, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Beauty and the Beast and Sleeping Beauty. Designed to look like a palace, some of the features include a whimsical chandelier, lighting fixtures made to look like Cinderella's Carriage, mosaic tile murals of the princesses and hidden images of glass slippers, apples, roses and tiaras.
Royal Palace
Ship: Disney Dream
Find yourself in the center of a classic Disney fairytale where much of the restaurant's décor is inspired by classic Disney films like Cinderella, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Sleeping Beauty and Beauty and the Beast. Resplendent décor includes ornate marble floors, a luxurious rose carpet and an elaborate chandelier brimming with glass slippers and roses, along with hand-painted portraits of Disney princesses and princes.
Adult Only Dining Venue Descriptions:
Ships: Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy
Dress Code: Champagne Brunch: Cruise casual wear is suggested. No shorts, swimwear, tank tops or blue jeans.
Dinner: Men are required to wear a dress shirt or jacket. For women a dress or pantsuit is recommended. No shorts, swimwear, tank tops or blue jeans.
Cuisine: Northern Italian
Booking: Guests will skip the regularly scheduled Main Dining restaurant. Reservations are required. Concierge and Platinum Castaway Club: 120 days in advance Gold Castaway Club: 105 days in advance Silver Castaway Club: 90 days in advance First Time Cruiser: 75 days in advance
Cost: Brunch/Dinner: $25 USD per adult (specialty or alcoholic beverages can be ordered for an additional cost) Cancellation: Must be cancelled by 2:00 p.m. the day of the reservation to avoid receiving the full dining charge to the onboard account.
Over subtle classical Italian music, this restaurant offers dinner nightly on all cruises, and on cruises that are 4-nights or longer, guests have the option of enjoying brunch as well. Named after the long poles used to push and pull gondolas, Venetian masks adorn the walls, a backlit bar sits at the center and an open kitchen adds to the magic. Elegant glass, inlaid wood paneling and sweeping panoramic floor-to-ceiling ocean views make this the perfect setting for Guests 18 or older looking for a more intimate or romantic experience.
Ship: Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy
Dress Code: Men: A jacket is required (e.g. sports, suit or tuxedo) with dress pants/slacks and dress shoes. Ties are optional. Women: Cocktail dress, dressy pant suit, skirt/blouse or nice dress. No jeans, shorts, capri pants, sandals, flip-flops or tennis shoes.
Cuisine: French, featuring superior seasonal ingredients from around the globe
Booking: Guests will skip the regularly scheduled Main Dining restaurant for dinner. Advance reservations can be made as follows. Concierge and Platinum Castaway Club: 120 days in advance Gold Castaway Club: 105 days in advance Silver Castaway Club: 90 days in advance First Time Cruiser: 75 days in advance
Cost: Dinner - $75 USD per adult (plus cost of specialty or alcoholic beverages) / Champagne Brunch - $50 USD per adult (brunch wine pairing also available for additional $25 USD)
Cancellation: Must be cancelled by 2:00 p.m. the day of the reservation to avoid receiving the full dining charge to the onboard account.
Offering the most upscale dining experience onboard for Guests 18 and older, relish spectacular ocean views and sophisticated decor. Like an authentic fine-dining restaurant in France, the luxurious dining room is softly lit and designed in a timeless Art Nouveau style. Adding to the refined ambience, tables are set with Frette linens, Riedel glassware, Christofle silverware and china created exclusively for the restaurant. The gourmet menu was created by Chef Arnaud Lallement from l'Assiette Champenoise—a Michelin 2-star restaurant just outside Reims, France—and Chef Scott Hunnel from award-winning Victoria & Albert's at Walt Disney World Resort.
An elegant Champagne Brunch is also available during 'at sea' days on sailings of 4-Nights or longer and features a French-inspired cuisine.
Pre-Dinner Service
Guests can meet with a sommelier in Remy's wine room to taste and pre-select their wines for the evening. Please note, alcoholic beverages are available for an extra charge.
Private Chef's Table
A special Chef's Table room (8 Guests Required) offers a unique multi-course menu while interacting with the head chef. The room has elegant décor, shimmering chandeliers and scenes of Paris on the walls.
The Wine Room
Dine in a luxurious glass-walled room with marble flooring amid more than 900 bottles of rare selection Old World and New World wines (Note: not private, part of main room).


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At a recent comedy festival in New York City, the big joke was Islam — that is, being a muslim in America. Organizers say the three-night "Muslim Funny Fest," highlighting stand-up by Muslim comics, was the first of its kind. NewsHour's Megan Thompson reports. Continue reading
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In the modern world, romance is just a click away. Dating sites have sprung up, and the Internet and cell phones allow for quicker communication than ever before. This can make dating easier than ever, but also more awkward than ever. Comic Aziz Ansari chronicles all of this in his new book "Modern Romance." Jeffrey Brown spoke to Ansari about the new work, and love in the modern age. Continue reading
In the fall, Stephen Colbert will take over the TV time slot that has belonged to David Letterman for 22 years. The host of CBS' Late Night with David Letterman influenced generations of comedians and brought a new voice to late night. He was silly with an edge, known for his engaged, and occasionally confrontational interviewing style. Jeffrey Brown looks back at Letterman's career and legacy. Continue reading
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Guess what I found? A Cooking Light recipe that contains butter, whipping cream, white wine and parmesan cheese! Have they crossed over to the full-fat side? A side that I have been firmly on ever since reading Real Food: What to Eat and Why. When you're using a rich, full fat ingredient, you don't need as much, I can change the whole texture and flavor of a dish with a little cream. I have rediscovered the joys of full fat yogurt, sour cream, and I actually have to shake my milk because a layer of cream rises to the top.
Back to this recipe. It was yummy, rich and creamy. Everything I hoped it would be. And yes, I know that pasta is not farfalle. I don't know what it is. It was some really fancy pasta that I picked up at Marshall's because I can't resist their fancy food section. It looked like little whirlwinds or something.
You can find this recipe online at Cooking Light and I also have it here for you. Though I encourage you to check out the Cooking Light website, I can get lost there for hours.
Farfalle with Creamy Wild Mushroom Sauce
from Cooking Light, DECEMBER 2006
Serves 8
1 pound uncooked farfalle (bow tie pasta)
1 tablespoon butter
12 ounces presliced exotic mushroom blend
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup finely chopped shallots
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup dry white wine
2/3 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Minced fresh parsley (optional)
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain.
Melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms, onion, shallots, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper; cook 12 minutes or until liquid evaporates and mushrooms are tender, stirring occasionally. Add wine; cook 2 minutes or until liquid evaporates, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
Add the cooked pasta, whipping cream, cheese, and 2 tablespoons parsley, tossing gently to coat. Stir in remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Garnish with minced fresh parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.
This will be my entry for this week's Presto Pasta Nights hosted by Katie at One Little Corner of the World.


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CES 2011: Bob Marley's Vision of One Love, One World
A wooden "house" is not something you may ordinarily see on the show floor at the Consumer Electronics Show, and that is only ONE of the reasons that crowds lined up to hear about the MARLEY audio electronics line.
The MARLEY audio electronics line is designed using eco-friendly and recycled material. There are three different lines – Jammin', Freedom, and Destiny. The booth contained dozens of prototypes for exhibitors to check out and including earbuds, headphones, docking stations, speakers and boom boxes ranging from $29.99 to $499.99.
I knew this was MY favorite booth at CES 2011 as soon as I heard that a portion of the MARLEY audio electronics proceeds go to 1Love.org-supported charities that empower youth, protect our planet and encourage global peace.
Check out this exclusive interview I did with Bob Marley's grandson from the show floor!
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Honoring the Legends of Governors Stadium
Austin Peay State University Alumni Relations Office
Saturday, November 16, 2013 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM (CST)
Who's Going
San Francisco, California
London, United Kingdom
Florence, Italy
Event Details
Join us as we pay tribute to the legends and memories from the past 67 years in Governors Stadium!
Following the APSU vs SEMO game, Governors Stadium will begin the renovation process.
We hope you can make it back to campus for one last memory!
Saturday, November 16, 2013
Breakfast: 9-10:30 a.m. ($10 per person) - Dunn Center Front Lobby
Tailgate Alley: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. – West End Parking Lot of Governors Stadium
*We welcome you to join us at the Alumni Tailgate Tent located in front of the Indoor Tennis Center*
Game & Recognition – 1 p.m. – Governors Stadium
*At halftime, you will join President Tim Hall and Athletics Director Derek Van De Mere for a special recognition*
Post-Game Reception: 5-7 p.m. Edwards Steakhouse, 107 Franklin St.
Game tickets will be provided at no cost to you and your family. Breakfast tickets are $10 per person.
Please RSVP below by Nov. 4, 2013
For more information or questions contact the APSU Alumni Relations Office at (931) 221-1277 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
When & Where
Dunn Center Front Lobby and Governors Stadium
Marion St
Saturday, November 16, 2013 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM (CST)
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Ford Focus SVT racecar / street car in the Midwest only 5K miles!!!
My SVT is currently used only for SCCA racing, but can be street driven since it has a clean title and intact interior. The cage is professionally built, and there is a fire system and Ford Racing seat/steering wheel. The odometer reads only 5,000 miles but the engine and transmission were gone thru last season, and the clutch/flywheel and shocks were new last season. Spare parts included with the car:
*most parts to build another SVT engine
*aluminum flywheel/racing clutch assembly
*six Euro SVT rims and six regular SVT rims
*Ford Racing shocks w/ camber plates
*paint matching hood, fender, bumper
*ORP, stock cat, oversized throttle body
*SCT tuner
Ford supports racers with great contingency money and the car can be raced in SCCA, NASA, rally, used for track days, whatever! I just qualified and finished second w/ the SVT at the June Sprints, the largest SCCA National race in the country, proving it runs well. I'm only selling because I want to move to a different class. If wanted for the street we can remove the cage and such; the red exterior and matching cage look great though. I'm asking $9,500 for everything and am located in WI; for info contact 920-470-7493 or PM me and I'll give you my email. I will consider trades but serious inquiries only please--thanks!
Here is a pic:
Price reduced to $9,000. Racing this car in just three 2012 SCCA National events, I have won about $1,000 plus tires so the SVT comes with plenty of good tread.
How much horsepower?
I wish I good buy this, good luck with the sale! This is a great deal!
Regarding HP I won't go into specifics, but it is over 160 and I have a dyno sheet for a seriously interested person.
Thanks jayel579, it is a great deal. Two weekends ago we won the SCCA Super Tour race after qualifying on the pole, resulting in $700 plus free tires from Ford and other contingency sponsors. The SVT is very easy on tires so I have many good Hoosiers, and front pads/rotors last a whole season (rears a couple seasons) so I also have some of those spares. This car runs great and you can get paid to finish well in it! Or turn it into a cool street SVT.
We raced this car in the SCCA National Champioship Runoffs last week finishing fourth, just missing a podium finish. All of the bearings/hubs were recently replaced, we added SS brake lines and ARP wheel studs, and we have numerous suspension spares, sensors, etc. Please contact me for info--thanks.
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tanvirkalam's recommendation
Halo 2 has a great story and has good replay value
danello's recommendation
The second chapter of classic gaming at its finest. Dual wielding, new enemies, and a whole lot of kicking butt. Another must have - can't miss - what you haven't played this you must be crazy.
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RobotSquid's recommendation
Halo 2 builds upon the extreme success of the first halo and sets the stage for Halo 3. While the gameplay is solid and exciting, the storyline will leave you thinking "wtf?". For those of us who played this before Halo 3 came out, the story was a complete disappointment at the ending. However, now that Halo 3 is out, it's merely a blip on the radar.
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Awesome multiplayer and split screen gameplay with a fun and engaging single player mode. With an arsenal of vehicles to man and weapons to use, you're in for a bundle of fun.


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It's Pumpkin Time Again!
Friday, October 22, 2010
Well just pull my heart out and stomp on it
Saturday, October 16, 2010
What should Izzy be for Halloween this year? I've been asking myself this question pretty much since Halloween ended last year. I know, I'm ridiculous. I've searched the internet non-stop trying to find an idea for the perfect costume. Finally found the cutest little owl costume at Pottery Barn Kids' website. I'm in love! Being the super cheap, I mean cost conscious, person that I am, I attempted to make a look-a-like. After many hours of staring blankly at pieces of fabric, bleeding from pin pricks, and cursing at my sewing machine, I'm done and ecstatic with how it turned out! Too bad my little one doesn't feel the same way. Yeah, she HATES it. Tried it on her and was met with tugging that turned into sobbing and then falling to a heap on the floor. The worst part was the look of, "Why would you do this to me Mommy?". In an attempt to get her to like it I've been running around the house wearing the hood myself and flapping the wings, have renamed it Dora the Owl (since she loves anything Dora), and have been randomly plopping the hood on her so maybe she'll become desensitized to it. Again, I know I'm ridiculous. But, also, somewhat successful! Just enough that I could get a couple pictures taken. Note the haphazardly tied bow that was done as she was running away from me :) Oh, and don't let the last picture fool you, she was just happy because she thought she was going to get away from me.
Woohoo... It's Halloween!
Monday, October 11, 2010
I love me some Halloween! I think it's because it's fall and I'm no longer sweating all of the time, and because it's the beginning of my other two favorite holidays (Thanksgiving because of the food of course, and then my fav of all, Christmas!). When I was little I always looked forward to getting the decorations out and putting them up with my mom. Thinking about it now I can almost smell it. I know it sounds weird, but to me holiday decorations have a smell associated with them. With Halloween it's the cool, crisp air that fall brings, and with Christmas it's almost like cinnamon. Anyways, when Izzy looks back I want her to have those same fond memories of putting up decorations with me. So, I scrounged the house until I came up with some things to go with my Michael's finds (the crows & pumpkins). I had a bunch off old books my mom had given me, a LOAD of moss left over from last year, and bunch of silver pieces. I kind of like how it turned out, sort of haunted house-ish. I know she's probably still too young to enjoy it, but I like to get a head start on creating little memories :) Oh, and when I get done with it I'll show you the costume I'm making for her. So excited!
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Wicked Cactus Head Hunter's Paradise Hot Sauce
Wicked Cactus hand-crafts its sauces in small batches to ensure quality, freshness, and heat. They do not disappoint. Case in point: Head Hunter's Paradise Hot Sauce, a fine concoction of pineapple, apple cider vinegar, smoked habanero, oranges, red bell pepper, salt, and spices.
With all that fruit, I doubted whether the habaneros would come through in force, and especially the unique smoked flavor. But as I said, it did not disappoint. Wonderfully thick and chunky, Head Hunter's Paradise is both sweet and savory, hot and fruity, and decidedly smoky. Salsa-like in consistency, it had more the feel of a very spicy barbecue sauce than a table condiment. But frankly, it could serve just as well in either capacity.
For that matter, the acidic fruits and vinegar make it a robust marinade for beef and pork (or game). It certainly packs a punch heat-wise so I would use it sparingly and not marinade the meat for longer than two or three hours.
Beyond those applications, I think if you added a few tablespoons to diced tomatoes and onions, you'd have a nice, basic, and exceptionally hot salsa. Having tasted it just before writing this, my noise is running and my brow is moist. Wicked Cactus spares nothing in its pursuit of fresh, hot sauces made with simple, delicious ingredients. I highly recommend Head Hunter's Paradise Hot Sauce and all other Wicked Cactus sauces.
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Have a Tax Question? Ask a Tax Expert
An individual cash flow spreadsheet is about the equivalent of a well labeled bank reconciliation, so I'm curious based on your purposes if you also have this spreadsheet tied to a personal statement of net worth and income statement.
In any case, if you are using the indirect method of preparing a cash flows statement, then you will be adjusting for the difference between cash inflows, outflows, and your beginning net income.
If you are doing your cash flows using the direct method, then you will simply record them as cash inflows and outflows accordingly, as your calculation starts with beginning cash as opposed to net income if using the indirect method above.
Your distributions are being shown for amounts withdrawn from the Partnership / S-Corp in the form of cash, property, etc. You should have received these amounts, say as in the form of a personal check written to you, or the form of a tax payment made on your behalf (common).
If you are measuring changes in net worth, then you will want to adjust your Partnership / S-Corp equity (and thus fair value after tax) calculations on your statement of net worth for each period, with amounts then showing up in the income statement, and as I said above the difference between income and cash flows shown in a cash flows statement using the indirect method.
Partnerships file form 1065 while S-corporations file form 1120S. Your Schedule K-1 is cut as a part of the above return (Schedule K-1 is used to report distributive shares of activity flowing through to the owners of partnerships, s-corporations, and trusts).
On Forms 1065 and 1120S, you can see the company balance sheet (Schedule L, look to pages 4 or 5). Here are forms 1065 and 1120S:
Having that information might help you determine the company equity.
For each company, you have your personal basis in either your partnership interest / shares, which is generally not measured by cash inflows and outflows, but will also increase and decrease with the company earnings allocated to you (ie... meaning your basis changes with taxable income, as well as distributions and contributions of equity).
You need to keep track of your basis each year (or your accountant) to be able to tell if distributions coming from your entities are taxable as capital gains. If you have basis per above, you are not subject to additional taxes when distributing assets of a partnership or S-corp to yourself, generally speaking.
All that said, your situation is complex and to truly understand the relationship between your tax returns and your personal bookkeeping could end up being a $1,000 question or more even if you are someone like Warren Buffett. If there is something I can be more specific on I will, just let me know.
Thank you for your question.
I am a new credit analyst, and preparing the cash flow stmt on our customers to see if they have enough cash flow to support the guaranty. For the customer I am working on now. I was wondering what line or schedule on 1065 do I find the cash distrib? Same thing for S corp 1120s? Where would I find it on the K1 and on the schedule E?
For the Cash outlays, I think I understand that is Schedule L, mortgage notes, bonds payable in less than one year or other Liabilities. Is this correct?
Look to schedule K of the forms (K-1 too, but also 'K' of the 1065 and 1120S returns).
Schedule M-2 is a little more revealing for you then on a 1065 than it is on an 1120S.
Contributions of property can otherwise show up as increases in partner / shareholder payables or increases to capital accounts on schedule L (you cannot add an asset without also adding either a liability or equity to the books).
Honestly, trying to run a cash flows projection off of tax returns is like trying to turn water into wine in some ways, but I realize what you are doing is typical because there isn't a lot of better information for you to go on, so I digress in saying that you have a very tough job and good luck to you. If you are looking at multiple businesses and you are trying to assess the cash flow capabilities of the owner, one of the businesses, a group of the businesses and/or the owner together, etc., you're possibly going to have a tough time unless you are dealing with all profitable companies that are oozing distributions and taxable revenue...
Schedule E is concerned with the income, distributions might (but probably won't) trigger capital gains on schedule D, and the contributions won't show up on a 1040 generally.
Good luck!!
If there is something else I can clarify, I will.
Thanks again.
There is no direct answer. Distributions and outlays can take many forms.
A distribution to the owner might show up as discussed above (Sck K, K-1, Sch M-2, Sch L).
An outlay can mean many different things, but what you are looking for is "contributions" and "distributions" to the owner. A business putting out money (or an outlay) for new buildings and equipment wouldn't show it on a tax return to the extent it doesn't show up on Schedule L and or depreciation information. A person putting out money (again, an outlay) for the benefit of a business is making a loan or capital contribution to the business (Schedule L, might not show up at all).
It's not easy.
Again, I'll continue to clarify for you.
Ideally, you need a consolidated set of financial statements (you're trying to generate this information from tax returns, which focus on income and expenses, but not assets and cash flows).
Thank you.
I thought of one last tip for you because it pertains to your question quite a bit I feel. Often times, contributions and distributions for any one given tax year and partner are netted for tax reporting purposes. The rules are a little different when it comes to partnerships and s-corps, but the principal can occur many times over for each company across different partners / shareholders, equity / debt, errors / omissions.
To summarize, that means: where you see distributions on the tax return it is likely that you are really looking at net contributions less distributions, a negative result being reported as a distribution on the return.
Thank you for all your info. I was told that I could find Distributions on the K1 line 16D or schedule E 1040 Line 17 on an S corp. For a partnership, line 19 of K1. Can you verify this? Thank you.
Sure. Schedule E is right here, so lets check that one first (line numbers tend to change sometimes too, but schedules don't that often, so stick with memorizing schedules too if possible and what is on them):
17 Utilities
ie... utilities expense isn't a distribution (generally, say fraudulently claimed for example - see lines 27 - 32 for the main info on partnerships and s-corps as it appears on a 1040).
Now let's check line 16 on the k-1 for an S-corp and 19 for a Partnership (you will see them there, yes, but we'll check the lines too - the 'D' after 16 I believe is for distributions too specifically yes, but these letters do change from year to year too like line numbers do... there are lists in the instructions):
It looks like line 16D and 19 check out, and also perhaps under the heading L in the lower left for the partnership.
Your distributions and contributions are a lot easier for a partnership (schedule M-2 too, again). Distributions show up on an 1120S and the K-1, and perhaps on the 1040 as self-employment income (schedule C), capital gains (schedule D), or not at all because generally distributions are just non-taxable returns of capital. There is no direct answer, again, other than that distributions do not generally show up on Schedule E, at least not directly, no.


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The line titled "The Road to Coachella" features a 16-piece collection of designs inspired by the "Blue Crush" beauty's effortless boho style.
Stepping out to show off her latest film, Kate Bosworth graced the arrivals carpet at the Los Angeles screening of "Black Rock" on Wednesday (May 8).
Donning a flared silver skirt and a detailed silver-and-white sleeveless blouse, the 30-year-old actress was eager to get inside the ArcLight Hollywood with her co-stars.
Following some Monday night MET Gala action, Kate Bosworth was back on the West Coast via LAX yesterday (May 7).
Joined by her fiancé Michael Polish, the "21" starlet looked cute and comfy in a black sweater with flared jeans and aviator sunglasses as she strolled over to the baggage claim.
Ready to show off her impeccable sense of style, Kate Bosworth walked the red carpet at the 2013 Costume Institute Gala on Monday (May 6) in New York City.
The "Straw Dogs" sweetheart flaunted her curves in a bright printed Balmain dress with a black-and-gold belt as she headed inside the Metropolitan Museum of Art for the evening.
Celebrating a fashion-forward affair, Kate Bosworth headed over to the St. Regis in New York City on Saturday night (May 4).
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Gearing up for an outbound flight, Kate Bosworth and Michael Polish showed up at LAX International Airport this morning (May 2).
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Living it up in Indio, California, Kate Bosworth and her fiancé Michael Polish were on hand for day two of the Coachella Music and Arts Festival on Saturday (April 13).
Keeping casual in a sheer black frock under a crocheted vest, the "Big Sur" blonde kept close to her sweetheart as they strolled the festival grounds.
Looking gorgeous and acting like a teenager in love, Kate Bosworth attended the Coachella Festival in Indio, California on Friday (April 12).
The "Blue Crush" star wore a pretty light sleeveless embroidered top and matching dainty shorts while engaging in some PDA with her director beau.
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Penne alla Puttanesca
This traditional puttanesca recipe from chef Mario Batali's "Molto Gusto" cookbook is made with easy-to-find ingredients. Also try: Broccoli Rabe with Mozzarella Crema, Linguini with Clams, and Spaghetti con la Sarde Photo credit: Quentin Bacon
- Servings: 6
Source: The Martha Stewart Show, April 2010
- 2 tablespoons salt-packed capers
- 1 1/2 cups Pomi strained tomatoes
- 8 to 10 salt-packed anchovy fillets
- Coarse salt
- 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 medium red onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 to 2 teaspoons crushed red-pepper flakes
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 1/3 cup Gaeta olives, pitted and coarsely chopped
- 1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
- Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, for serving
Rinse capers and soak overnight, changing water frequently.
Place Pomi tomatoes in a medium saucepan and simmer over medium-high heat until reduced by half; set aside.
Place anchovies in a small bowl and set it in the sink under a stream of cold running water for 20 minutes. Drain anchovies, pat dry, and coarsely chop.
Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Add 3 tablespoons salt; return to a boil.
Meanwhile, heat oil, onion, garlic, and anchovies in another large pot over medium heat. Cook, stirring, until onion is lightly browned and anchovies have broken down, about 5 minutes. Add tomato sauce and red-pepper flakes. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
Add pasta to boiling water and cook, according to package directions, until just al dente. Drain, reserving 3/4 cup pasta water.
Add pasta and reserved pasta water to tomato mixture; stir and toss over medium heat until pasta is well coated. Stir in capers, olives, and parsley; serve immediately with grated cheese on the side.


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In 1977, they toured with Blondie, playing several dates at the Whisky a Go-Go in Los Angeles. The photo of Johnny in the "I'm Not Johnny Ramone" T-shirt was taken at one of the first Whisky shows. In a sense, the shirt is a statement of individuality in the face of the band's established identity as a single unit.
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Fergus McFadden claimed a 15-point haul as Leinster beat Treviso 30-20 in a hard-fought RaboDirect PRO12 clash at the Stadio Monigo.
Wing McFadden kicked three penalties and three conversions as the reigning Heineken Cup champions gained revenge for last year's shock defeat in Italy.
Treviso might have fancied their chances of pulling off another surprise win as Leinster coach Joe Schmidt chose to rest Ireland internationals Jonathan Sexton, Rob Kearney, Leo Cullen and Sean O'Brien. However, Leo Auva'a set the tone for the game when he crossed in the first minute to give the Irish side a flying start.
Leinster wing Fionn Carr also scored an early try before Treviso's Tobias Botes kicked four penalties to keep the Italians in touch at 17-12 at half-time.
However, excellent kicking by McFadden kept the Italian side at bay before Manoa Vosawai crossed for Treviso to level the scores in the second half.
Botes missed the simple conversion and McFadden punished Treviso with another penalty before Eoin O'Malley crossed the line.
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Making the Grade – Wide Receivers, 2008-2010
Making the Grade – Wide Receivers, 2008-2010
Last week we shifted our focus to the defensive linemen of the NFL, and this week we're shifting back to some offensive players. After already looking at the Quarterbacks and Running Backs, next in line are the Receivers, so it's to them we turn our attention.
Now, given how much receiving is a focus on analyzing wide receivers, we've altered the weighting of our grades so that all other areas (pass blocking, run blocking and rushing) are worth a quarter that of actual receiving. Also, to cut the field down, we took the average number of snaps from the five who played the most in the past three years, and set the qualifying bar at having played at least 66% as many.
With no need for any further intro, let's get right to this list that considers post season play.
1. Larry Fitzgerald, Arizona Cardinals
When the Cardinals made it to the Super Bowl, Fitzgerald was our top ranked receiver after a monstrous year and tremendous post season. He still found himself near the top (seventh) when the Kurt Warner-led Cardinals went to the playoffs, and improved on that with a sixth place finish last year despite some horrible quarterback play. Essentially, whether you're feeding him caviar or out of the garbage, Fitz is a receiver hungry to make the most of any opportunity. The best hands of any of the top receivers.
Grade: +52.8
2. Andre Johnson, Houston Texans
Johnson has never topped our receiver rankings, but he'd the model of consistency with second (2010), third (2008) and fourth (2009) place finishes to his credit. A physical mismatch for most defensive backs, you can shade a safety over to him and it makes no difference to a player with his gifts. His 2010 year may be his most remarkable to date – to play that well, yet carry an ankle injury through most of the season. Somehow, he's getting better.
Grade: +52.58
3. Reggie Wayne, Indianapolis Colts
There are a number of perks to playing with Peyton Manning. Being first in the queue when credit is handed out isn't one of them. You only need watch the inconsistent performances of Pierre Garcon to realize just how good Reggie Wayne is. Safe hands and always where his quarterback expects him to be, Wayne isn't a great player because he plays for the Colts, he's just a great player.
Grade: +46.38
4. Vincent Jackson, San Diego Chargers
Incredible, given that Jackson missed most of the 2010, that he can still feature so highly. But he does, and a lot of it comes down to what he can do down the field. Had ridiculous 18.8 (2008) and 17.0 (2009) yards per reception averages as he became the league's premier deep talent for the Chargers. A great shame he missed so much of last year because we've seen him get more dominant with each year of experience under his belt.
Grade: +39.93
5. Steve Smith, Carolina Panthers
Back in 2008, Smith finished as our top receiver. This year, he ranked a lot closer to the bottom. You can apportion some of the blame to the quarterbacks he worked with, but his hands deserted him and he showed signs of slowing down. So this coming year will be a big one for him, and if he can match what he did in 2008 and 2009 then watch out league.
Grade: +36.83
6. Derrick Mason, Baltimore Ravens
Typifying the solid steady hand at receiver, Mason isn't the type to wow you often but he just does what is asked of him and does it so well. His decision not to retire was a good one for the league, as even if he doesn't replicate that '08 form, he's still better than most receivers out there.
Grade: +32.8
7. Greg Jennings, Green Bay Packers
He hasn't always had the surest of hands but he showed up when it really mattered to become a key part of the Packers winning a Super Bowl. Still, he had a bigger role in getting them there with a outstanding second half of the season. Will probably never be in the company of the Fitzgeralds and Johnsons of this world, but consistently one of the top receivers year-in and year-out.
Grade: +30.65
8. Santonio Holmes, New York Jets
His misdemeanors off the field don't hurt him in this ranking, except for the misstep that probably cost him an even better 2010 than he ended up having. Has made a number of spectacular post season grabs that will live long in the memory, along with some great in-season work that probably doesn't get the appreciation it's due.
Grade: +28.45
9. Wes Welker, New England Patriots
He gets thrown so many balls his way you forget how many dropped passes Welker has had. It's the biggest knock on his game and why he isn't higher here. His ability to gain separation and find the sweet spot in zone defenses is as good as any, with Welker in some respects redefining a type of receiver everyone wants on their roster. As close to uncoverable on short and intermediate routes as there is.
Grade: +25.93
10. Roddy White, Atlanta Falcons
Once upon a time a laughing stock, White has turned his game around massively (even though it's mind-boggling how a wide receiver picks up that many penalties). May never have the best hands in the league, but works exceptionally well on the sidelines to make tough grabs look routine. Has imposed himself more on games as his relationship with Matt Ryan develops.
Grade: +27.75
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Bringing an end to one of the funniest franchises in recent memory, "The Hangover Part III" is slated to hit theaters on May 24th.
And in the newly-released teaser trailer, the Wolfpack is bound for Las Vegas to try and right the wrongs of their past indiscretions.
Of course, Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis, Justin Bartha, and Ed Helms bite off way more than they can chew, and hilarity ensues.
"The Hangover Part III" also stars Ken Jeong, Heather Graham, Jeffrey Tambor, John Goodman, and Jamie Chung. Per the synopsis, "This time, there's no wedding. No bachelor party. What could go wrong, right? But when the Wolfpack hits the road, all bets are off."


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i honestly can't think of a bigger disappointment than seeing an automatic transmission in a sports car.
to the OP: if you want an automatic, get a Camry, i hear the new ones are really nice.
This is a discussion on Automatic WRX Sedan??? within the New Member Hangout forums, part of the Community - Meet other Enthusiasts category; Originally Posted by ArchangelF16 funny, but a little harsh. you won't know harsh until manual transmissions are extinct due to ...
i honestly can't think of a bigger disappointment than seeing an automatic transmission in a sports car.
to the OP: if you want an automatic, get a Camry, i hear the new ones are really nice.
embattled, we prevail...only victory exhaled.
It's always gonna be a losing battle trying to get people to respect auto's.....
*last post for future flamers*
if you're talking about car enthusiasts, it comes as no surprise to me that people who enjoy driving don't want an extra layer between man and machine. a car that drives itself is just an appliance.
embattled, we prevail...only victory exhaled.
If you go to any country in Europe, it's a real scavenger hunt to find a car, truck, w/e with an automatic transmission. They don't seem to have any problems with Manual's. American's (yes, im American too) are lazy and want everything cheap and easy. But when it comes to a Sports car, its (at least to me) important to have a closer connection with the car. It's always nice to know what gear your gonna be in when coming out of a corner at the track or what not. On top of that, auto's rob hp from the car anyways. now...
1.) "Manual's are too hard in traffic!" - Gimme a break! I have been driving stick since i was 14, and in severe rush hour LA traffic for the past two years. I may have stalled the car a grand total of 10 times. After a while, it becomes second nature... i don't even recognize that im shifting while in traffic.
2.) "It's too hard to start on a hill." - WRX's have a great parking break, which makes it extremely easy to start on an incline. Hold the break up, and slowly release it as you let out the clutch... won't role back a bit.
"You may say the grill is ugly...but thats ok...you wont see it when your behind me"
Hawk-Eye alliance #004
and let me be the first to point out that auto's are faster on the drag strip, and faster most of the time in the real world, but that's never gonna matter if you're not in control of your car, bored out of your mind.
embattled, we prevail...only victory exhaled.
I've had my 5 spd. WRX for a little less than 2 weeks, and I was contemplating auto or manual before I got it. I've never driven manual before, and I was kind of intimidated by it. I was worried about getting a nice new car and destroying the clutch right away, or getting into an accident. But I hate not knowing how to do something, so I went ahead and got the manual, pointed at it and said "I refuse to let you defeat me" lol.
I have a few friends who offered to teach me how to drive it, but I ended up just driving around my neighborhood by myself. It only took a few sessions of driving around for a few hours to fully get the hang of it. Now after 2 weeks I'm driving it smoothly without even thinking about it. Every now and then I get a little herky jerky (like if I just woke up and have to drive) but you can't be perfect in 2 weeks. I also drive in horrible stop and go traffic for about 40 minutes every morning, and that gets to be kind of annoying, but I don't mind it and it's great practice at engaging the clutch smoothly.
Maybe this will help you decide... it's really not that difficult and it's really satisfying to master something you were once intimidated by.
are the wrx clutches stiffer? well stiffer then honda's..
GIVE AUTOs A BREAK!
...probably safer for everyday driving IMOHO.
I'd rather see someone with at least one hand on the wheel, when tending the "cell phone" !...than no hands at all !!!
I strongly believe that everybody should learn to drive a manual when they are learning to drive. You never know when you may end up in a situation where you absolutely have to drive one. I race motocross and ride in many "backwood" areas a lot and if i was to get hurt, I want to know that the person that is with me can drive my truck (MT) to get me to a hospital if need be.
Explain to your mom that a manual is not a bad thing and that you would really like to learn how to drive one. She may agree or she may not, but it is worth a try.


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Well I had another brilliant light bulb turn on last night after I heard some speech from Obama about Democracy in other countries and it was disturbing to me so I decided to do some research and here is what I discovered.
A Democracy is the popular idea whether by public or by Government makes no difference and is the agreement on what is popular. Now the questions I started asking myself is what is popular? Is popular informed, knowledgeable, the exciting thing or what is it? I had to ask is there any certainty in believing something without identifying the parts? A realm of questions started bursting out.
Now A Republic is very defined and very specific as a foundation or way of life built on a set of principals and these are Life, its support and allowance. Liberty, which is free from not being allowed to support and do or live. Then we have our Pursuits of happiness which are really our achievements that supports such a direction. So it is well defined and if we understand it we virtually understand ourselves and the support of ourselves by the acts we place upon ourselves. All three parts have to be in association with each other in order for the other parts to stay alive or in existence. Using these three principals keeps it alive and well and prospering in the direction of supporting all life in all achievements that supports itself. How interesting, if we really only knew this in the beginning right?
Now is a Democracy this defined, this clear and this personal? No because what is popular is not always what is understood and known at all and in most cases is false. This would be considered false or deception and have you seen any lately? Which life do you think we are leading? Which direction has this country taken?
These are all good questions to answer with yourself especially when elections are coming. What is important about elections, what is popular or which direction in life you go? Which direction do you choose? To know your destiny or to guess and wait and see what turns out?
History has definitely deceived us in many ways and it is mostly done through human intervention to direct a certain way, my way or the highway some will say but that is not how life is naturally, that in fact is made up in the minds of men is it not? And why is stupid so darn popular anyway? Because ignorance itself does not know any better, does not want to know because along with knowing yourself also brings something else so many are not used to and that is OUR RESPONSIBILITY to us, LIFE! Yep believe it or not you cannot deny the inevitable, the all experiencing, and the decision maker of the universe in all of history. Man with the ability to decide, a funny gift given us by God not to be funny but to allow us to explore ourselves and our very own capacities, to gain from by living out our ideas and sharing these with others to experience for themselves and to learn and grow from.
This makes for interesting questions doesn't it and stimulates ideas abound and that is what truth does, it creates enthusiasm, energy and excitement to experience the world around us. Life would be smart to support life because it is such an idea that is allowed to perform for itself. Live and know the truth because it is visible by the lessons residing in such a history of our experiences as well others experiences. The way in which we dispel the myths only created to deceive us in an attempt for superiority or control over without our consent is to recognize what is popular and what is important and the distinction between the two.
WHAT A GIFT OF DISCOVERY; may we actually use it instead of wanting what is popular by deception.
Man I love the truth,
by William Schooler
A Producing American
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I have to say sorry for everyone first because I am not a native English speaker. But I want to share my experience and need someone's professional advice for my treatment. I have done 6 times Accent XL treatment for my lower buttocks area today. I paid $2000 for 6 times treatment of the area, but it was not included tights.
I am a 42 year old Asian have no cellulite BUT I have some deep lines on the area and the skin is getting saggy these days. Each treatment was just 10min short. so it took 20 min for both areas. and I was complained by techs every time, because of my body could NOT heat up enough for the treatment. ( i know why. because they did not give me enough time to warm up.) According to Accent XL official site I supposed to be over 41C to get the treatment otherwise it would be just wasting my money. BUT the salon always gave me only 10min for each area even though my body was still around 36C.( who has 106F all the time to ready for the treatment?)
My interval was 3 weeks but it turned to be 2 weeks for last 2 treatments. so, today was my final day and off course the manager wanted to sale me more ( this time was $1000 for 6 times). BUT I really dougbt that everything was wrong on my treatment. I seriously need to know that I should keep continue this treatment ( but not at same salon!) and how long should I wait to see the FINAL result after the treatment is completely done???