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In a previous column (Use the Screws to Help Identify the Age of Your Furniture), I recanted the history of screw making and how to identify them. The best way to identify a screw is to take it out and look at it. But sometimes that's a whole lot easier said than done, especially if you are working with older pieces. Trying to remove a reluctant screw can be a frustrating job and what would otherwise be a one-minute procedure becomes a trial of endurance and frustration.
The primary element of screw removal is having the right tool. That sounds fairly simple on the surface, but the variety of screw heads and the corresponding variety of screwdrivers required to accommodate them is endless. You just can't have too many screwdrivers! Even the simplest type of screw, the original slotted-head wood screw, has a huge variety of heads. For example, very early hand-made screws had wide, deep slots and a sumo sized screwdriver blade works best with them. But only a few years later, in the 1830s, after machinery was designed to make screws, the blade required to manipulate them was extremely thin compared to the older models and required a different technique, using more finesse and less brute strength. Having the right tool means not only having the right size and the right shape but having it in good condition. A screwdriver with a worn, rounded blade or one that has been used excessively as a pry bar will damage screw heads and add greatly to your frustration. The right tool for the right job.
The most common occurrence in screw removal is what the technical people in the fastener business call "cam out." That just means the screwdriver slipped out of the slot and busted your knuckle. The most common reason for cam out is the use of an improperly sized screwdriver. Most people will automatically grab the smallest tool they think will do the job. The result is most often a screw head that is marred or a twisted screwdriver blade. The opposite should be the case. You should start with the absolutely largest screwdriver that you think will possibly work and down size from there. It is important to completely fill the slot of a screw head with the blade in order to get the most surface area working in your direction. But don't go overboard. Closely examine the fit of blade to slot and make sure your selection of blade goes all the way to the bottom of the slot. If not, move down a notch in size.
Next, make sure that you are exactly perpendicular to the screw. The right size blade probably won't work at an angle and will result in more cam out and screw head damage. Once the blade enters the slot, rock it gently from side to side to make sure you are flush against the bottom and square to the sides. Then turn the screwdriver slowly but firmly counter clockwise. You are not trying to set a speed record here. The object is screw removal so take your time.
If the screwdriver slips or the head of the screw starts to deteriorate, first try reseating the screwdriver blade in the slot by tapping it firmly with a hammer and try turning again. This not only will seat the blade better, it may help free up the screw as well. But only try to get the screw to just move; even the tiniest fraction of an inch is a great first step because if it will move a little, eventually it will move a lot. If it is still reluctant, try exerting pressure CLOCKWISE. Even if you don't move the screw visibly you may break up the bond—probably rust—that is holding the screw tightly in the wood. Then try the counter clockwise move. Even pressure is the key now. Again, make sure you are square over the screw and use more down force into the slot than sideways force to move the screw. While exerting major down force just move the screw slightly. And if one tool is not giving you good results, try another. Sometimes one screwdriver works better than another for no apparent reason.
If the slot starts to get sloppy or damaged, it may be time for more drastic measures. If the head is accessible, use a hacksaw blade to carefully deepen the slot and put some square edges back into it. Then use a larger screwdriver in the modified slot and begin again. You may be able to entice the screw to move by using a pair of diagonal cutting pliers (commonly known as "dykes") to grasp the head of the screw at the edges of the slot. Turn the dykes up and engage the blades in the edges of the slot and turn the whole assembly. The major drawback here is that you may have to remove some wood around the screw head to give the dyke blades room to turn. Use a very sharp ¼-inch chisel to create a "moat" around the screw if you need the room. This will leave you with a touch up problem but it will probably help get the screw out.
When regular homeowner tools can't quite get the job done, there are some commercial products that purport to be the answer. The most frequently found is the ubiquitous "easy out," a shaft with a reverse spiral that purports to unscrew a right handed screw. But in my experience it seldom works as advertised. A better solution, at least for furniture applications, is the Craftsman "Screw Out" sold by Sears.
I have used it a number of times successfully. Nothing is foolproof, but this one is pretty good.
When all else absolutely fails, use brute force. In this case it means deleting the screw head. Use a Dremel tool with a grinding rock in it and just erase the screw head. It will take a while and you may have some collateral wood damage but these are desperate measures. When the head is gone, leaving only the shaft, remove the hinge or whatever the screw was holding and remove the remaining screw carcass with Vise Grip pliers. Not a pretty sight, but effective. If the screw head broke part way through the removal process, and you have enough room to get behind the screw, just cut off the head with a hacksaw blade ( remove the blade from the saw frame and wrap one end of the blade in a cloth to protect your hands ) then remove the screw carcass as above.
Above all, don't let the screw defeat you. Just outthink it. Good luck.
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University of Nottingham Manuscripts and Special Collections
Manuscripts and Special Collections is part of Information Services at The University of Nottingham and is located at King's Meadow Campus.
Our printed, manuscript and archive collections together provide a rich resource for studies at all levels for a wide range of subjects. The Library has been collecting manuscripts since the early 1930s and now holds approximately 3 million documents, extensive holdings of printed collections, and the East Midlands Collection of local material.
Our website includes further information, online catalogues, online exhibitions, learning resources, research guidance resources to assist users of original material, and other digitised content.
This archive has Designated Collections of national importance: the Portland (London), Portland of Welbeck and Newcastle of Clumber family and estate papers, and the D H Lawrence Collection.
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Library, Archive, Gallery
Mon-Thu 09.00-18.00
Fri 09.00-17.00
The Reading Room is closed for Bank Holidays and University closures.
The D.H. Lawrence, Portland (London), Portland of Welbeck, and Newcastle of Clumber papers have been Designated as Outstanding Collections by the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council (MLA).
The latter collections comprise family, estate, political and literary papers, 12th – 20th centuries. These collections are of outstanding significance for the study of how the two families influenced the political, literary and economic history of England. The families represented in these collections are significant to national and international life.
The D H Lawrence collection comprehensively covers the work of D H Lawrence and is particularly strong in original material relating to his native Nottinghamshire. It demonstrates the significant cultural impact of Lawrence on the latter half of 20th century, including that on the publishing industry and demonstrates his status as a figure of both national and international importance.
Manuscript holdings include the papers of leading Nottinghamshire families and their estates, the records of local businesses and organisation, including those of the Archdeaconry of Nottingham, the personal papers of political, diplomatic, literary, scientific and academic figures, as well as some of the historical records of the University and its predecessor, University College Nottingham. The Wollaton Library Collection of medieval manuscripts and printed books is the subject of current projects.
The printed collections include the subject areas of 18th to 19th century drama, children's educational literature, the history of medicine, Icelandic literature, the French Revolution, and D.H. Lawrence. Collections acquired from institutional libraries are also held, as well as a general special collection of early or rare books many of which have been transferred from general library holdings.
The East Midlands Collection contains books, pamphlets, periodicals and other materials on the historic counties of Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire and Rutland.
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Collected Words: From the Literary Collections at the University of Nottingham
- 8 September — 3 December 2017 *on now
In 2015 Nottingham became one of only 20 cities around the world to be recognised by UNESCO as a City of Literature – a reflection of the city's unique literary heritage and creativity. This exhibition of material from the literary archives and collections of printed books held by the University of Nottingham, highlights the work of Nottinghamshire writers and the treasures to be found in the historic collections of local literature lovers. It also looks at the University's role in shaping the reputations and inspiring the early careers of local poets and authors.
This exhibition offers the opportunity to see a range of literary material including a masterpiece of medieval poetry and the recently acquired previously unknown typescript of Pansies (a late collection of poems by DH Lawrence which attracted the attention of the Home Office on grounds of indecency).
It looks at how authors down the centuries have been inspired by different aspects of Nottinghamshire, ranging from the beauty of the countryside to the often harsh realities of industrial working life. The importance of local aristocratic families as early book collectors and authors is also examined, drawing on the literary papers from the Library of the Dukes of Portland at Welbeck Abbey, which contains gatherings of the manuscripts of poets including the Duchess of Newcastle, known to some as Mad Madge but celebrated by others as the earliest writer of science fiction.
Visitors will also see a curious manuscript describing the antics of 'Restoration rock star' poet, the Earl of Rochester.
The involvement of the University's Writer in Residence, award winning author Jon McGregor, with Creative Writing MA students in editing the literary journal The Letters Page, is showcased with a selection of submissions. The drafts, proofs, typescripts, scrapbooks and rejection letters to be found in writers' archives are used to show the trials of getting published, and the exhibition also reflects upon the changing fortunes of published authors, including how DH Lawrence himself was considered for a time to be 'a skeleton in the cupboard' by some at the University.
The exhibition has been curated by staff from Manuscripts and Special Collections at the University of Nottingham.
Djanogly Theatre
Nottingham Lakeside Arts
Admission free
1pm – 2pm
A series of talks will be held to accompany the exhibition. Places are limited so please book in advance through the Box Office: 0115 846 7777
New Additions to the DH Lawrence Collections
Thursday 28 September
In this talk Dr Andrew Harrison will discuss and interpret several recently acquired items in the University's internationally recognised Lawrence Collections, including a manuscript of 'Laura Philippine' and a rare typescript of Pansies, which is displayed for the first time in the exhibition.
Dr Harrison is Assistant Professor in English Literature and Director of the DH Lawrence Research Centre at the University of Nottingham.
Reading Nottingham's Unread: Republishing James Prior's Forest Folk
Thursday 12 October
First published in 1901, Prior's pacy novel is set in Blidworth against a background of the Napoleonic Wars and Luddite riots. It lay unnoticed for many years, although DH Lawrence rated Prior's work. Then, in 2016, Nottingham UNESCO City of Literature and Spokesman Books co-published DAWN OF THE UNREAD, graphic accounts of vengeful local writers resolute on being read by new generations. In the ferment, Forest Folk clawed its way into view. How will it fare in the bookshops of 2017?
Tony Simpson edits The Spokesman, journal of the Bertrand Russell Peace Foundation, and is a director of Russell Press printers.
Local Author Alison Moore: Location and Landscape
Thursday 26 October
Man Booker Prize shortlisted writer of fiction, Alison Moore, will be exploring the influence of location and landscape in her novels, including a work in progress. She will be looking at inspiration, research and the fictionalisation of settings including the English Midlands, the Scottish Borders, the Rhineland and the seaside.
Alison Moore's first two novels, The Lighthouse and He Wants, were Observer Books of the Year. A third novel, Death and the Seaside, is out now. She is also an Honorary Lecturer at the University of Nottingham.
Castrating Rochester: John Wilmot's Manuscript Poetry
Thursday 16 November
This talk looks at the peculiarities of the manuscript canon of the poetry of John Wilmot, 2nd Earl of Rochester (1647-80), and its examples in the collections at the University of Nottingham, not least the autograph manuscripts of Rochester's poems to his wife, which are more restrained in their expression than most of his writing. It will also mention the importance to Rochester studies of Vivian da Sola Pinto, a key figure in the development of the School of English at Nottingham.
Dr Adam Rounce is Associate Professor in English Literature at the University of Nottingham and an expert in Restoration and Eighteenth-century poetry and literature.
'Saturday Night and Sunday Morning' (PG), with introduction by Nottingham based performance poet Andrew Graves
Thursday 26 October, 7.30pm (1 hour 29 mins plus introduction)
Djanogly Theatre
Nottingham Lakeside Arts
Tickets £5 (£3 concessions) from the Box Office: 0115 846 7777
This award winning film is based on the 1958 novel of the same name by Nottingham author Alan Sillitoe (1928-2010), an honorary graduate of the University of Nottingham. Directed by Karel Reisz and produced by Tony Richardson, it had its UK release this month in 1960. Nottingham was used as the location for much of the exterior filming, and the novel's anti-hero, Arthur Seaton, worked at the Raleigh bicycle factory.
The film will be introduced by Nottingham based performance poet, writer and film fanatic, Andrew Graves, who will examine the piece's themes, lasting appeal and the important part it played in the British New Wave cinema of the 1960s. Often cited as the hardest working poet in the East Midlands, Andrew is currently touring with his new book and Saboteur Award shortlisted show, God Save the Teen. He was also tutor of the Broadway film course 'Don't Let The Bastards Grind You Down…', which explored depictions of the working classes in British cinema.
Suitable for
- Any age
Laxton Open Field Village Teaching Plan
This series of six lessons and activities for KS3 and GCSE explores Laxton, the last surviving open field village in England. The focus is on one individual (Joseph Rose), the wider Rose family, and how they lived in Laxton throughout the generations. What changed and what stayed the same? How typical was their experience on an individual, local and national level? The lessons can be used to explore issues around the Agricultural revolution, open field systems, arable and pasture land, strip farming, measurements of area such as acres and furlongs, manorial courts, the enclosure process, crop rotation and fallows.
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
Archdeaconry Resources
The archive of the historic Archdeaconry of Nottingham is one of the most extensive manuscript collections held at the University of Nottingham Library.
It is a major research resource in the primary context of ecclesiastical court history, and touches also on many issues of local church estates and property, parish and community concerns, family structure and individual lives. For particular periods - such as the mid-17th century - analysis of the documents can enable historians to see how local patterns reflected national changes in religious observance.
These web pages provides a range of supporting material to assist researchers using the Archdeaconry of Nottingham collection.
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
This website presents digitised copies and transcripts of original archive material to explore three periods of conflict: The invasion of England by William of Orange in 1688; the 1745 Jacobite rebellion; and Sir Henry Clinton's role in the War for America (the American War of Independence), 1774-1783. It includes commentary explaining the significane of the material. It is suitable for A-level, FE and HE students, and lifelong learners.
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
D H Lawrence Resources
A website giving information about the D H Lawrence Collections at The University of Nottingham Library. They form one of the major international research resources for the study of D H Lawrence (1885-1930), the well-known Nottinghamshire born writer, who was briefly a student at University College Nottingham in the early 20th century.
The website contains a range of supporting material related to Lawrence and his work, to enhance the understanding of his works both for serious students and general readers. These resources do not, at the moment, provide direct access to digital versions of the full texts of his writings or personal papers.
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
Laxton: Living in an Open Field Village
This learning resource contains images and transcripts of original archive materials relating to the village of Laxton in Nottingham, the only place in England which has retained the open field system of farming down to the present day. The website explores aspects of life in Laxton between 1635 and 1908. Despite the fact that Laxton was never fully enclosed, it was a typical example of a Midlands open field village and its history can therefore shed light on life in hundreds of similar places.
The website is suitable for GCSE, A-level, FE and HE students, and lifelong learners.
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
Odour of Chrysanthemums: a text in process
This website allows researchers to study four different versions of D H Lawrence's 'Odour of Chrysanthemums'. It traces the development of this celebrated short story set in Eastwood, Nottinghamshire and based on Lawrence's experience of working-class life around Brinsley Colliery.
Three of the texts have been converted to electronic text format. The fourth is provided as digital image, this is the original proof with markings by Lawrence.
- The University of Nottingham, Manuscripts and Special Collections, Information Services and the D. H. Lawrence Research Centre
- The University of Nottingham
Online exhibitions
This webpage hosts digital versions of exhibitions based on the holdings of Manuscripts and Special Collections at The University of Nottingham. Exhibitions are mounted in the Weston Gallery of the D H Lawrence Pavilion, part of the Lakeside Arts Centre, four times a year.
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
Politics of the 4th Duke of Newcastle
This website presents digitised images and transcripts of original diaries written by the 4th Duke of Newcastle, and other original documents from the 'Age of Reform'.
It explores three themes: the South Nottinghamshire election of 1846; working class unrest: Luddism, Reform riots, and Chartism; and Catholic emancipation and the Maynooth Grant in Ireland. It includes commentary explaining the significance of these materials. It is suitable for A-level , FE and HE students, and lifelong learners.
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
Public Health and Housing
This website explores some of the problems facing the authorities and inhabitants of Nottingham in the mid-nineteenth century. Many of these problems - such as those caused by a growing population and the arrival of new industrial techniques - were also common to other towns. The website includes images and transcripts of original archive materials including parliamentary reports, borough records, correspondence, maps and photographs.
The website is suitable for GCSE, A-level, FE and HE students, and lifelong learners.
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
Public Health and Housing Teaching Plan
Series of 5 activity plans for teachers, exploring Nottingham throughout the late 19th century and early 20th century. It is aimed at KS3 pupils looking at the Industrial Revolution and GCSE pupils looking at Medicine Through Time. The activity plans include evidence chosen from a selection of original documents relating to health, housing, slums, disease, cholera and medicine.
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
Research Guidance
These web pages aim to provide guidance and assistance for researching using original archives and manuscripts. There are currently eleven units: Dating Documents; Historical Weights and Measures; Using Archives; Accounting Records; Deeds; Deeds in Depth; Manorial Records; Maps and Plans; Medieval Books; Reading and Understanding Medieval Documents; and Caring for the Collections. Each unit uses examples from the collections held by Manuscripts and Special Collections at The University of Nottingham.
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
Robin Hood and Sherwood Forest
This online exhibition features examples from the tales of Robin Hood in the collections held by Manuscripts and Special Collections at the University of Nottingham. It also highlights resources for the study of the historical Sherwood Forest and its laws.
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
Spotlight on the Collections
These web pages feature six broad subject areas – such as health and travel – for which there is abundant research material in the University of Nottingham's manuscript and rare book collections. Each topic contains about seven themes. It introduces the subject with a brief text to support the images, transcripts of documents, and – in the case of the University's history – a selective bibliography and chronology.
- The University of Nottingham, Manuscripts and Special Collections
- The University of Nottingham, Manuscripts and Special Collections
Wives, Widows and Wimples
A web resource drawing on our medieval collections, featuring full-size digital images taken from stories of knights and their quests; works of learning and instruction in moral conduct; records of saints and of religious practice; and legal documents relating to landholding and marriage. There are transcripts and modern English summaries of all the handwritten documents. Suitable for students at A level or above, lifelong learners, and anyone interested in medieval history and culture.
- Manuscripts and Special Collections, The University of Nottingham
- The University of Nottingham
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Hi Palvi, I wish to express my gratitude to you for arranging the trip to Mombasa. My parents were very happy and you can be sure we shall do this again. Cheers.
Lilian Temesi
Lilian Temesi
Manmeet, A huge thumbs up from all of us. We thoroughly enjoyed Mara Engai and Masai Mara and especially our friends John and Dianne Aaron who were visiting Kenya and going on safari for the first time. Although it was my first and I don't have anything similar with which to compare, I don't see how much more could have been done to accommodate us and to make us feel so very special. It was a great choice. Best regards, Matt
Hello Lucy I got back today from the Elementaita Serena camp. Everything went very well indeed. The trip to and from was fantastic and the driver is very professional to say the least. The stay at the camp was very very nice, everything about the camp is marvellous. I thank the Travel Shoppe for enabling me to have such a fulfilling experience and you also for bearing with me during the period of arranging for the trip. Best regards Cecilia Ndegwa
Cecilia Ndegwa
Dear Lucy Thanks a lot for a very well organized tour. Everything went very well and we and our guests really enjoyed every moment. Special thanks to Mr. Joseph also who made extra efforts to ensure that tour was enjoyable for everyone. It was pleasure dealing with your company and I will have no hesitation in doing the same in future and recommending to others.
Thanks and Best Regards
Anil Chopra
Anil Chopra
Dear Lucy,
Our trip was brilliant! The lodge, the staff, the food and the game drives were all outstanding. You were correct that the location in the Mara Triangle was a big advantage because almost all the other visitors were on the East side of the river which meant that whenever we saw interesting game there were no other vehicles; for example we saw this Cheetah alone and later spent 10 minutes watching 3 rhino alone before another vehicle (which had been alerted by our guide) arrived.
I do not know if you planned it but we were the only guests in the lodge (although it will be full by the middle of February) and so had personal attention from all the staff. Another bonus (probably not arranged by you!) was heavy rain at night which turned the grass green and brought out all the animals.
Thank you very much for recommending and arranging an exceptional enjoyable tour.
best wishes.
Dear Lucy, Thank you Lucy for your mail. The trip to Amboseli was smooth. The driver guide was very cooperative. He kept time on the first day and we were able to make it for lunch at the hotel. The game drives were just great. We were privileged to see plenty of animals and birds. The accommodation at Oltukai was good. W can't complain. We will definitely consider Travelshoppe when we wish to travel next. Thanks. Kind regards, Veronica.
Dear Lucy Happy new year! The trip was fantastic for me and my family. Your contact in Dubai Ms Marzeena, was always at hand readily to sort and iron out all the small hiccups along the way. In a nutshell we were satisfied with the holiday experience. Thank you for your good and honest services. King regards Michael Macharia
Michael Macharia
Hello! Sorry could not email you earlier as have been busy at work lately. A big thank you to you for arranging the best possible trip for us, we had a lot of fun. We carried back home lots and lots of memories from africa. This would not have been possible without you and your valuable inputs for the itinerary and of course Joseph. A big thank you to him too for making all the possible efforts to make sure we saw all the animals in huge numbers. Again a big thank you, it has been an experience that none of us will ever forget. Regards, Reema
Dear Lucy, Good morning! I would like to thank you very much for your service and help in purchasing our airline tickets to and back from Africa. We just returned back from an amazing vacation. You were extremely helpful throughout our vacation planning. We really appreciate all your help and will definitely keep you in mind while planning our future vacations. Thanks again for your excellent customer service. Regards, Preeti Munjal
Preeti Munjal
Hi Chris, All done and very well received! Thank you very much for all your assistance. I am very impressed with the professional and delightful service! Well done to you and your team! I assure you my continued support. Regards, Liz.
Dear Purity, This is a quick note to say thank you for your excellent customer service during my recent trip. You were patient , quick to give feedback and communicated clearly which is very important for any customer. I am back in NBO safely and look forward to planning my Next trip with travel shoppe through you. Have a good day. Liz.
Joy, Travelshoppe has been and is extremely helpful in the management of professional trips for our company. We have been using them for the last 4 years, and customer service has always been good, responsive, and fares are always competitive. I can only recommend Travelshoppe for trip planning. Thanks a lot, Kind regards, Eric DUCROIX Director, East Africa Operations
Eric DUCROIX
Good morning Chris. I hope this finds you well. We went to Enashipai over the weekend and we had a fantastic stay. We were received very well and we were wowed by the entire experience. May I once again express my gratitude for your thoughtfulness and generosity. May God bless you and the entire travelshoppe family. We will always support you. Mary Wairimu
Mary Wairimu
Manmeet : Just a note to say thank you for all the wonderful arrangements you made for our trip to Masai Mara. Your guide, Joseph was very helpful and made our trip very comfortable and enjoyable along the road trip. Our stay at Interpids Camp was comfortable & our safari guide, Joseph Kangethe Mugwe (JK) made our visit to the Masai Mara most memorable. Just wanted to share some photos with you on our trip. Hope to be back in Kenya again one day. Once again, thank you. Warmest regards, Stephen Chia
Stephen Chia
Morning Lucy, Our trip was great... thank you for coordinating a well thought out itinerary. Aside from the first day when the driver was late (so our day was very rushed), everything else went very smoothly. The hotel was good (though their breakfast monotonous- the menu didn't change once the entire week) located in a central place. I particularly enjoyed the desert safari and dhow cruise dinner; Ferari World was also a great hit! All the activities gave us an opportunity to see the sights and sounds of the place...though next time we will definitely have Burj Khalifa tour in the itinerary. Tendai was unwell for a few days with a throat infection and a nasty fever- Marzeena referred us to a doctor who treated him and he's now better. Perhaps he reacted to the AC and change in weather.... Unfortunately, KQ pulled a fast one on us on the return trip...we ended up leaving after 1pm instead of 6.55am 😣 and they didn't have a baby meal. Otherwise, everything went well. We appreciate your concern and attention to detail. Definitely reason to refer you to friends and have you plan our next holiday. Regards, Carol
Hi Palvi Thank you for the excellent organisation of the trip. I totally agree with Pravin's comments. Best wishes Anil
Jambo Palvi, Regretfully, we have arrived back after such a wonderful time in Kenya. Your arrangements for the Safari and the events in Nairobi were superb and we did not encounter any major problems throughout our stay. Floyd deserves a special mention for ensuring that everyone's needs and demands were fulfilled! Needless to say that we will recommend you highly to everyone who wishes to travel to Kenya. I have copied the other Lakhani members of our group and they may wish to send their comments separately. Regards, Bharti and Pravin
Bharti and Pravin
Hi Palvi Thank you for the message. However, it is us who should be thanking you, not only for the lovely welcome we received in Kenya but also for the care and attention we received during the course of our visit. We had a wonderful trip! Everyone loved it, especially the kids – as you know we had some concerns in this respect – but it all worked out so well We are still coming off "cloud Kenya" and slowly getting back to reality and to sorting the photos etc – we will definitely share for posting. Best wishes and warm regards from all of us. Hein, Megan, Kynra, Tyera and Cato.
Hein, Megan, Kynra, Tyera and Cato.
Hi- we had a great time ! Kole Kole was the correct recommendation – also went down to Shimoni for the day which was wild ( the weather ) Staff,food etc outstanding . Family are already working out when they can go again ! Guide on safari was really good . days drive on the Sunday from Ngorongoro to Mara was 9 hours ! But worth it when we got there as the Wildebeest etc were just arriving . Thanks so much for organizing it. Regards, Neil
Hi Palvi, Thank you for all your help with organizing everything! The trip was great :) Regards, Sheena.
Dear Palvi Many thanks for your email. We are now back in London and will cherish our memories in Kenya for a long time. You guys were fantastic and really made this trip special for us. Best regards Muthu
Palvi, We can't thank you enough for taking care of us in Kenya. It was truly an amazing experience, especially the Bush Farewell dinner. Joseph is a very good guide and driver and we really appreciated his efforts to make our trip memorable. Please give him our regards. We look forward to visit Africa soon and explore the continent. Both Shobha and I felt so much at home and reminded of us India. We will be touch for our next trip. Kind Regards, -Rahul
Rahul Shah
Dear Palvi, just a brief note to thank you for organizing us the extraordinary safari !!! I will share your name with my friends to fully recommend you. Thank you.
Felix Palacio
Hello Ruth Our holidays were amazing !!! Thanks so much for all your support. It has been one of the MOST unforgettable experiences in our lives. The camp was just perfect … the tent, staff, game drives, food, everything !!! Definitely, I would love to go back there with my family and friends. Again ... Asante !!!! Cheers, Diana
Lucy and Cecilia, I truly have no words to thank you enough! I had a fantastic trip and it was very very well coordinated. We had fun and my daughter still talks about the way everything ran smoothly. I truly appreciate all the effort and time you put into this and look forward to always getting my trips planned by the two of you. Lucy and Cecilia, I salute you.
Geoffrey Otieno
I appreciate it was a wonderful holiday for us, My wife enjoyed every bit, pick up times were accurate, Hotel good and tour guide perfect, especially one stands out by the name Sharzad Ahmad for Desert safari and city tour. Thanks a lot and best regards. we shall definitely book with you again.
Eric and Jane.
Eric and Jane.
Thank you for your email. My wife and I had a wonderful time at Ashnil. The service at Ashnil was impeccable and Joseph gave our game drives a memorable touch, always tracking animals ahead of the other teams. The dinner on the last night is still fresh in our minds, crowned with a surprise farewell cake. We enjoyed the trip to the masai village and we had an amazing insight into their culture. Oooh and yes Joseph made sure we tracked most of the animals. That is from the hyenas, Foxes, to lions,hippos,Thompson gazelles,topis,impala,buffaloes,warthog, leopards and cheetahs. The staff at Ashnil were so warm and friendly our mealtimes were always so much fun. In short, we couldn't have had a better honeymoon. Thank you very much. Kind regards, Denis and Esther Places Visited: Ashnil, Mara – February 2014
Denis and Esther
Just to let you know we're having a wonderful time in Italy with Giorgio. We've had an amazing 4 days right from the first day. We've seen so much of Rome the "Giorgio way" with Giorgio riding his moped ahead of us & Kinuthia driving his little fiat! Early this morning we set off for Naples & Capri & teamed up with Shirley & Lucy who are travel agents from the US whom Giorgio was taking to Capri for a day tour & who apparently know you & sent their greetings to you! Giorgio helped us with all the other bookings & we've got all our train tickets & accommodation done for Florence, Pisa, Milan & Venice staying 2 nights in each city. We stay for one more day in Rome & leave on Saturday morning & we'll also spend our final 2 nights back at Giorgio's – he's been an amazing host & has so much energy – can't believe he's 78! Your idea was the best ever. Thank you so much! Hope you are all fine & love to your family. Best regards, Rose. Place Visited: Italy – July
we arrived home safely and are missing Kenya and Masai Mara already. Thank you for all your help and for the great opportunity to visit one of the world's best. WE had a great time and want to come back – this time we should meet up with you as well. Kind regards, Ravi Singh Places visited: Nairobi, Nakuru & Masai Mara Travel in May
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Many thanks for your recommendation for us to do our brief holiday at Sweetwaters Tented Camp. Thank you to you and Seema for the prompt arrangements at such short notice! The experience from my family was simply awesome….excellent customer service, personalized, visible leadership….in short, true value for money! To cap it all, we even saw lions from our tent!…. a little scary but exciting at the same time! I would recommend Sweetwaters to any person who seeks to be at home away from home! Similarly, I will not be going anywhere else for holiday packages! Travelshoppe it is! With best regards, Paul Places visited: Sweetwaters Travel in Jan
How are you? We really enjoyed our trip to Wild life. We were overwhelmed with joy. All the hotels were great and the safari guides were helpful and knowelegeble. All arrangements done by you were perfect and all happened on time. We thank you for your hard work for a successful tour. We would recommend you to our friends Deepak Doshi & Family. Places visited: Ngorongoro, Serengeti, Masai Mara
Deepak Doshi & Family
I shall start with a big THANK YOU for all the help and time spend with us…for all the wishes to become true. Travelshoppe is a reliable travel agency and always ready to help out! It's good to have someone who give's you advices, suggestions and put together the best package that suits all the tastes. With her help we were able to spend quality time in Mombasa- north coast at Serena and south coast at Leopard Beach, in Amboseli at Serena and Ol Tukai and Masai Mara at Mara Serena. I shall mention also that we have used Travelshoppe for almost 4 years and I have no complains about them! Thank You and always I will recommend Travelshoppe! Wish you all the best, Cristina,Razvan and Miruna
Cristina,Razvan and Miruna
We've always had amazing experiences when we book our holidays through Travelshoppe. From Kigio-Naivasha,Tortillis camp- Amboseli to Karen Blixen Camp-Maasai Mara we travelled like VIP's just for booking through Travelshoppe. Their fast correspondence, competitive prices and friendly staff are the of Travelshoppe. We have also had fantastic services when booking our overseas flights. Priti Shah & Kirtan Shah Kenafric Industries
Priti Shah & Kirtan Shah
We take this opportunity to thank you most sincerely for the excellent services you have provided us in the past years. All our bookings both hotels and flights were very well handled. You have always advised us on available offers and best routes possible. We cannot forget the upgrades and great discounts. You have been very professional in your services as well as prompt. Please keep up the good work and rest assured of our support as always. We look forward to even more cordial relations in the years to come. Thanking you with very best regards. Mayur Shah Kenafric Industries
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Rajat joins me in thanking you for having organised such a wonderful & memorable trip for all of us to Masai Mara . Keep well,Best,
Sujata & Rajat
Jus to say a really BIG thank you to you and all at Travelshoppe for making our trip to Kenya so memorable!. We all had a great time, and also enjoyed meeting two of you. Besides Serian, Samburu was really nice! Also, Nikheel had a great six week "internship" with Alex Walker at Serian. Rekha and I feel that he has learnt so much from the experience both about life and about himself. We are really grateful to you for finding this opportunity for him. As he said himself, HE WILL BE BACK, next year. We appreciated the speed and efficiency with which the travel delay from Samburu to Malindi was resolved as was the move from Scorpio to Driftwood. I intend to write a "piece" about the "Fawlty Towers of Kenya" on my blog in the next week or two! Regards,Jay Visited: Amboseli, Samburu, Masai Mara and Malindi
We recently got back from our wonderful trip. What a great experience! We wanted to thank you very much because from the begining of this project we felt that we were in the best hands. And we were right. Everything was great, and we have the best memories of people and places that will always stay with each one of us. Very kind regards, Carolina. Places visited: Nairobi, Masai Mara, Mt. Meru Game Lodge, Suyan Camp, Gibbs,
As expected the note confirming our arrival, in good shape and with luggage in Madrid. No setback or incident!! Brief happiness. Thanks again for this trip has allowed us, for a first approach of Black Africa, to regale us and spend a wonderful vacation with a little taste of "back- y ".... Send thanks to Willy, who was an attentive and perfect throughout the 10 days guide.
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We are back home now, thanks to all of you for putting together a wonderful memorable trip for us. It was very well organized and we had no trouble at all. Thanks, Karen Patel
Places visited: Masai Mara, Nanyuki, Magadi, Tanzania, South Africa and Victoria Falls
Karen Patel
We reached home safe and sound and very jet lagged. I don't know how to thank you and Travel shoppe for our amazing trip. From start to finish it was just incredible. You guys really went out of your way to ensure that this was a trip of a lifetime ! The boys, my husband and I had the most wonderful time. Vacations with adult children can be challenging, but this was perfect. Thanks again.
Places visited: Nairobi, Mt Kenya, Naivasha, Masai Mara.
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If one person can make a difference in North County, then imagine what a whole company can do. It could give more than $30,000 to victims of the tsunami, pay the burial costs for a family of a 3-year old girl accidentally hit by a car or provide financial support for a single mother who donated one of her kidneys to her 4-year-old daughter, who then passed away after contracting a rare disease.
These are just a few examples of worthwhile contributions made by the Escondido-based Ken Blanchard Companies. This company's philosophy of giving comes from the company's founder, Ken Blanchard. The company has raised more than $400,000 through its employee supported, nonprofit charitable organization called Blanchard For Others. The causes supported by the organization try to meet basic human needs —— food, clothing, shelter and education. There are numerous stories of people in our community benefiting from the generous donations made by Blanchard For Others.
Carmela Forbing and Sandy Sanchez are two Blanchard employees who have seen first-hand what the organization does for those in need. A friend and co-worker, Mary Mulcahey, was diagnosed with cancer and didn't have the resources to begin necessary chemotherapy treatments. When Sanchez heard that, she knew that Blanchard For Others would help.
"Any time any person is in need, they jump in right away," said Sanchez. Blanchard For Others paid for Mulcahey's chemotherapy and sent her gifts to keep her spirits up. All Blanchard employees receive an award when they reach 20 years of employment. Knowing how ill Mulcahey was, Ken Blanchard presented her award early and kept her job open for her return. Sadly, Mulcahey passed away last year, but there is no doubt that she benefited from the support she received. "Blanchard For Others is an awesome program!" said Forbing, "it gave Mary hope." Hope is something we all need. Not just when we're in a desperate situation like Mary's, but every day.
The Blanchard employees like the program because they can experience the joy of giving and see the results. Not only do the employees donate money, but many give of their time to volunteer. Some employees have played Santa at Christmas and given food, presents and Christmas trees to families all across North County, while others have organized bone-marrow drives for a child in need.
The list of contributions this organization has made is quite long and hopefully will never reach its end. Blanchard For Others is having a Spring Cleanup Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 2 at 118 State Place in Escondido. To donate items or for information, call Lynda Garner at (760) 489-5005, Ext. 5599.
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My parents are planning a week trip to Seattle and need restaurant recs. They will be staying at the waterfront (Marriott) and while they do not have a rental car ($30.00 per/night parking fee at the hotel), they are not adverse to grabbing a cab or renting a car for the day. They are looking for restaurants (for all three meals of the day) at all price levels and are particularly interested in good fish spots (but no sushi) as well as places where they can get cusine indigineous to the Northwest. Restaurants in nearby locations, where they can parlay a nice meal into a day trip, would be welcome as well. The only restriction is that they do not eat pork.
We have heard some good things about: Matt's (or Mikes?) at the market, Wild Ginger, and Delphia lounge (or something similalry named). Thanks in advance for all of your assistance.


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On this week's installment of A Hamburger Tuesday, we've got submissions from five AHT'ers who get crafty in the kitchen, whipping up their own American-style cheese slices from scratch, transforming leftover shredded cheese into cheese crisps, and tossing iceberg lettuce in a clever ingredient found in most kitchens (among other things). Take a look at what your fellow AHT'ers have been up to at home by clicking through the slideshow »
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Looking for inspiration? Try recreating a burger you've seen in the reviews, check out our 2013 Serious Eats Guide to Grilling Burgers, browse our burger recipes, or get cooking tips from The Burger Lab. We're taking submissions for next week's A Hamburger Tuesday until the end of the week.
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We're hosting a wedding dinner at NOLA soon -- happily, we can offer our guest a choice of three entrees. The thing is, we're having trouble choosing among them!
We definitely want to offer the grilled fish to keep things simple, but we are torn between porkchop, fried chicken, and shrimp and grits for the other two. Does anyone have an opinion about these dishes in particular, and also whether there's some consideration we might be overlooking?
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Best Galaxy S3 Ad @zainkuwait
I believe this is the best Ad I've seen for the Galaxy S3 in Kuwait by Zain, it's in the avenues & its definitely an eye catcher.
Blackberry Bonus
RIM have launched Blackberry Bonus app as a simple Thank U gesture to all of their BB customers to enjoy some discounts.
I really loved the idea of Blackberry Bonus since they launched it few weeks ago & we should all acknowledged the fact that RIM is the first Mobile Manufacturer to come up with such an awesome gestures for their customers unlike Apple or Samsung :p Just saying
'BlackBerry Bonus' partners include:
- Baroue – 10% discount on all clothing and toys; a KD 2.5 entertainment voucher; or spend KD111 and get KD10 gift card
- Deer & Dear – 10-15% discount on selected products (from Sunday 24/6/2012)
- Dunkin Donuts – show your BlackBerry smartphone on a Wednesday evening to receive a free donut and coffee for you and a friend
- Franklin & Marshall – 10% discount on selected items
- Go Sport – 10% discount on selected items (from Thursday 21/6/2012)
- NBar – Mad Mondays 30% discount on all items
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- V-Kool – 20% discount on the silver package
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Come on what are you waiting for start downloading the app to be updated with all the discounts 🙂
Burberry Prorsum – Milan Menswear A/W 2012
Milan.. the city of fashion.. had arranged menswear fashion week (MFW) with a huge program of runway shows. I've chosen few of Burberry Prorsum Collection where the season of "suits" is ruling.. Check them out and enjoy "The Gentlemen's" show.
Evans Renovation @ Al Qadsiya Co-op
Evans branch at Al Qadsiya Co-op just opened after having renovation.. the new decoration are much better and made the shop look wider and modern.
iPhone Closet
"iPhone Closet" offers you an assortment of Marc Jacobs & Juicy Couture iPhone cases.. so if you are looking for stylish iPhone case for yourself or a gift for someone, then check out some of these gorgeous cases.. there's a limited quantity.. so hurry up and get yours now 🙂
Kardashian Kollection
Kardashian sisters are collaborating with Sears department store and presenting a collection of tight dresses, jumpsuits, jackets, heels and even lingerie. Kardashian Kollection also includes accessories like rings, necklaces, bracelets and bags. You could order them online by Sears website which is displaying the items in Kuwaiti Dinars and is willing to deliver to Kuwait.. Here's some of the Kardashian Kollection.


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Tigers continue Zamora talks
Phil Brown says Hull are continuing to haggle over personal terms in his bid to sign Bobby Zamora.
Last Updated: 31/07/09 9:18am
Phil Brown says Hull City are continuing to haggle over personal terms in his bid to sign Fulham striker Bobby Zamora.
The Tigers have had a £5million offer accepted for Zamora, who produced an influential display in Fulham's Europa League qualifying win over FK Vetra on Thursday night.
Fulham boss Roy Hodgson has stated that the 28-year-old is happy to stay at Craven Cottage, but Brown has refused to concede defeat in his transfer quest.
He confirmed talks remain ongoing with Zamora's representatives and he is staying upbeat about his prospects of convincing the forward to move to the KC Stadium.
"There's no progress on Bobby Zamora, but I'll reaffirm that the door is still open and I'll remain hopeful," Brown told the Hull Daily Mail.
"We're haggling over the personal terms, but that's only normal."
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Meanwhile, Zamora is not taking Fulham's progress to the next stage of the Europa League for granted after scoring one and being involved in the other two goals in the 3-0 first-leg win over Vetra.
Zamora told Fulham's official website: "It was important for us to start with a win.
"We had a few games in pre-season and looked good, so it was good for us to carry that into this game and get an important result.
"It's really important for us. We're all loving playing in Europe as it's another achievement for us, so we're going to relish every minute of it.
"Now we're just looking forward to the second leg next week. It'll be another tough workout for us and hopefully we'll come out of it with another win.
"They were organised and they worked hard. They put the ball in the box and they'll give us another hard game back at the Cottage next week."


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This year Aston Martin debuts an updated version of its flagship sports car with the 2014 Aston Martin Vanquish. "With all Carbon-fibre bodywork sculpted to aesthetic and aerodynamic perfection and a V12 engine of greater potency and efficiency, Vanquish defines a new breed of Super Grand Tourer." The brand has produced a beautiful video showcasing every detail of the new car, down to several options of each part of the car as well.
Watch it now here above. Find images of the Aston Martin Vanquish here.


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Wanted to try drawing fur for the first time so I thought what better animal to draw than a wolf. Took me around 8 hours, drawn on regular A4 paper with a regular HB lead pencil. The scanner really messed up the image so I'm not too happy about that
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Topics in Teaching and Learning: Schooling and Race
- Course Number: TCHL-GE 3101
- Hours: 30
- Units: 3
- Description: This seminar, open to doctoral students across the University, explores a particular topic related to the overall study of how race has historically mattered & continues to matter in American schooling: the "achievement gap" or the performance differential among racial groups on standardized tests & other educational measures. This seminar will focus on questions of why such differentials may exist, & what can be done to eliminate them.
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It's not always clear when you should go to the emergency room or when you should wait, but making the right decision can sometimes mean the difference between life or death.
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Symptoms that warrant a trip to the ER include:
Back pain is a very common complaint, but it can sometimes indicate something serious that needs immediate medical attention. If your back pain is unrelenting or if the pain is accompanied by any of the following symptoms, you should immediately seek emergency care:
- Fever
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- Loss of a neurologic function: confusion, slurred speech or inability to speak, loss of vision
- Bladder or bowel incontinence
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- Bruising around the area
- Swelling: Injuries may cause fluids and sometimes blood to leak into surrounding tissue
- Deformity or a bone protruding through the skin
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Call 911 immediately if you have chest pain that is crushing or squeezing and is accompanied by any of the following symptoms:
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- Lightheadedness
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Signs of a heart attack may present differently in women, and may include:
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- Discomfort in your gut
- Discomfort in the neck, shoulder, or upper back
A concussion or any injury to the head can be very serious. If you have an injury to your head along with any of the following symptoms, you should go to the ER:
- Loss of consciousness, even briefly
- Any period of amnesia, or loss of memory of the event
- Slurred speech
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- Worsening or severe headache
- Vomiting
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The flu virus is very common and does not normally require a visit to the ER; however, for high-risk populations it can be very serious. These populations include:
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- Pregnant women
- People with certain diseases, such as asthma or COPD
- People with weakened or compromised immune systems
Signs that you should go to the ER with the flu include:
- Trouble breathing
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- If you develop complications such as pneumonia
Stomach pain is the most common reason patients visit the ER. Everyone experiences stomach pain at some point. It can result from a variety of causes and occur in varying degrees of severity. So when is your pain serious enough to go to the emergency room?
You should seek immediate medical attention if your stomach pain is accompanied by any of the following symptoms:
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- Pain or tightness in chest pain
- Coughing up blood
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I am going from formic acid to safetee acid. I have left my own skins in formic for over a year with no problems. Is there a limit to the shelf life of leaving skins in saftee acid? I like to store my own stuff this way as to get it out of the freezer, but generally don't get at it for awhile.
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Saftee Acid is also very stable - but like any acid used for long term, be sure to check the Ph every 2-3 days and stir it on a daily basis. One nice aspect of Saftee acid is that it doesnt evaporate and has no odor like Formic does. And at its low Ph it steriles your skins and capes from bacteria - Dont add a Bacteriacide!
Thought I would try something else before my lungs shrivel up and colapse.


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Craig softball uses big first inning to down Parker
JANESVILLE--The Janesville Craig softball team simply went though the motions during their pregame warmups Thursday.
That wasn't noticeable after the first pitch.
The Cougars sent 14 batters to the plate and scored 10 first-inning runs on the way to a 15-1 Big Eight Conference victory in five innings over crosstown rival Janesville Parker at the Janesville Youth Sports Complex.
Craig improved to 9-7 overall and 8-6 in league play. Parker remains winless.
"This is like our Super Bowl, the two rivals, and we just came out really aggressive," said Craig third baseman Gabby Loveland, who went 3-for-4 with a pair of first-inning doubles and three RBI. "We made up for our warmup, which was bad, but I think we just got the bats going."
Craig's first five hitters in the bottom of the first inning reached base and scored.
Sophomore Kayla Kaufman belted a two-run single that sparked a two-out rally for the Cougars. They scored seven of the 10 runs with two outs, thanks in part to three straight doubles from Loveland, Sydney Cramer and Cara Lemirande.
"We just had a horrendous warmup, and I wasn't sure what to expect," Bayreuther said. "I was ready to pull them off the field.
"But that was just a good job of hitting. What a great way to start the game. That was fun to watch."
The Vikings were able to settle in somewhat after that, holding Craig scoreless in the second and third innings. They got on the scoreboard on sophomore Marquia Below's RBI double in the top of the fourth.
But the first-inning damage was far too much to overcome.
"Craig hits really well," Parker coach Alli Driscoll said. "We were better in the field today, but they just hurt us really bad in the first.
"We're taking the positives and trying to build on those. And there are plenty more positives today than last game. We ended the rest of the game on a fairly good note."
Craig struck for five more runs in the bottom of the fourth inning thanks to Lemirande's bases-loaded double to right-center field. Lemirande, a junior, went 3-for-4 with five runs driven in.
"This season's kind of been like a roller coaster," Loveland said. "We've been on and off, but I think we're starting to come around."
Craig hosts Wilmot today; Parker travels to Beloit.
Last updated: 11:24 pm Thursday, May 8, 2014


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Notes from Howard's Sabbatical from Working. The name comes from a 1998 lunch conversation. Someone asked if everything man knew was on the web. I answered "no" and off the top of my head said "Fidel Castro's favorite color". About every 6-12 months I've searched for this. It doesn't show up in the first 50 Google results (this blog is finally first for that search), AskJeeves says it's: red.
Saturday, November 13, 2010
When a Cartoon Aimed to Be Art
2 comments:
- Rich Salz said...
"Sorry I like factuality"
Me too. I don't believe this is the text of a 13 year old girl.
- Sat Nov 13, 03:50:00 PM EST
- Howard said...
Yeah that jumped out at me too, as well as a few others. Still I found it entertaining.
MATT: An orchestral version of Bach's organ piece Toccata in Fugue opens the film. You may recognize this piece of music from....
HANNAH: Every horror movie ever made...?
HANNAH: The contrast is more apparent in this movie. I mean, we've gone from unicorns and meadows to a satanic apocalypse.
- Sat Nov 13, 03:55:00 PM EST


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(2012-08-17, 15:57)locomot1f Wrote: @ laraelise -
i think you may have found the same thing that I did.
The latest nightly builds do not seem to have the "correct" librtmp file.
so, like we had to do back when Crawl found this out...
as long as you are going to use the nightlies, you will have to do this everytime!
I've asked the Dev's about it... but they are mute as this is seemingly outside their scope. whoever handles the librtmp needs to put out the correct version. problem is... I'm not sure if anyone knows where this version is coming from... or why it works.... :-?
Please don't blame the Devs in this case. They are doing nothing wrong. And the problem certainly isn't outside of their scope. They simply can't standardize a single version of librtmp that works on all devices. That's just not possible right now.
The problem is that because the librtmp file is OS dependent, a different version is required for different devices. The librtmp file that works on iOS devices like ATV2, iPad, iPhone, will not work on other devices like a Windows computer, or an OS X computer. In the same way that there's a different version of Java for Windows, OS X, etc. So there is not a "Correct" version so to speak that works for everyone. There are several versions made for each different applicable OS.
XBMC is amazingly diverse, in that it works on a whole host of different devices running different OSes. But there are still some minor aspects of XBMC like this, that must be platform dependent. There's no easy way around it. I doubt that it will be this way forever. The Devs are brilliant, and I have no doubt they will provide a better solution in the future when it's possible. They have standardized an amazing amount of XBMC behind the scenes already. Please be patient with this one little aspect, until a better solution is available. Somebody will always have a fix for you here on the forums. Take advantage of it.
Hope that explains things.


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Performance and scalability: Export high precision time data from web report to Excel/Word
Export high precision time data from web report to Excel/Word (0 messages)
Background When exporting web report to Excel/Word file, the precision of high precision time data will decrease. That is because of the display format of Excel/Word. For example, if there are time data of millisecond, it will changed to second after being exported to Excel/Word. This is troublesome for users of web report. then, is there a way to keep the precision of time data with web reporting tool? Solution The answer is yes! As a professional web-based Java reporting tool, RAQ Report pays a lot of attention to details. For this problem, RAQ Report provides a wonderful function — str(). Easy Operation Users only need to write the function as str(value(),"yyyy-MM-dd HH:mm s.S") as shown below. Then, time data can be displayed correctly after being exported to Excel/Word file. This post is from freezea's blog. You are welcomed cc it anywhere, and please indicate the source. If you would like to read more articles about reporting tool, you are also welcome to refer to my blog.
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Mostly great news from around San Diego's dining scene:
Carl Schroeder's Bankers Hill Bar + Restaurant is the most buzzed about new restaurant in town since Cucina Urbana, its Bankers Hill neighbor and soul mate in the new world of nothing-over-$20 dining.
Update 2011: Go behind the scenes at Schroeder's Market Restaurant in Del Mar, click here.
Since his star-making turn working with Bradley Ogden at Arterra and the opening of his critically acclaimed Market Restaurant + Bar in Del Mar, Schroeder has been revered for his sophisticated seasonal fare.
If my first two meals at his new budget gourmet outpost are any indication, he'll soon be crowned San Diego's king of casual comfort food.
Though deviled eggs, duck confit and shortribs make an appearance, the menu reads like a junk food junkie's dream, with a burger, tacos, BLT, fish and chips and (really?) potato chips as an appetizer.
But look closer, and dig in. This is refined casual. Nothing tastes ordinary. Those chips, for example, are homemade lemon potato chips, crispy, zesty wafers waiting to be dunked in a creamy herbed buttermilk dip.
That burger, juicy and perfectly cooked, served on a brioche bun with aged white cheddar and addictive shoestring fries, was one of the best upscale burgers I've had.
The Caesar salad is toothsome and tangy. I loved the crispy taco shells with the barbecue braised pork tacos (think oversized El Indio tortilla chips) but my friend thought they were overseasoned. We both wanted more of the lime sour cream topping.
Creamy butterscotch pudding with caramel sauce and almond lemon bread pudding with roasted strawberries will sate even the sweetest tooth.
The wine list is interestingly diverse and well priced. Beer fans will love the extensive selection. Service is friendly and skilled. And the dining room, all rustic wood with minimal décor, has been opened up and is airier than it had been when the space was occupied by Modus.
Schroeder's longtime partner, Terryl Gavre, helps keep the front of the house humming. But it's the back of the house that makes Bankers Hill an instant classic.
2202 Fourth Ave. San Diego; (619) 231-0222, bankershillsd.com
• When a friend told me people were raving that Bencotto was serving "the best Italian food in San Diego," I thought it was too good to be true. Could there finally be an exciting and authentic Italian restaurant in tourist-friendly Little Italy?
Yes and no.
Yes, Bencotto is a beautifully designed, sleekly modern space, and its menu reads authentic. And no. While the restaurant is a nice addition to the neighborhood, it's not a Little Italy game changer yet. The food is too inconsistent.
Polpette Bencotto are delicious, moist little meatball appetizers but they needed a better-tasting sugo than what came with them. Called a "spicy tomato sauce dip," it stirred up memories of what used to be served with fried mozzarella sticks. Sweet onion Cipolline al Balsamico were drowning in vinegar and almost too acidic to eat.
Pastas are decent and most are only $12, but the way you order them — a modo tuo or "your way," pick the sauce then the pasta type — feels straight out of a budget chain. Italian chefs are very particular about pairing the sauce with the correctly textured pasta. For a reason.
Semifreddo with almonds and amaretto cookies was just a semi-satisfying meal ender.
Bencotto already sells its own line of pasta, olives and balsamic vinegar, all emblazoned with the restaurant's stylish logo. A little less focus on the branding and more on developing the kitchen's consistency would go a long way in making this a Little Italy standout.
750 W. Fir St., Suite 103, San Diego; (619) 450-4786, lovebencotto.com.
Executive Chef Walter Manikowski just celebrated his one-year anniversary at Currant, and under him and G.M. Chris Cooke, this sexy, sophisticated Parisian-inspired restaurant is only getting better.
When I first reviewed Currant in February 2008 — under opening chef and co-owner Jonathan Pflueger — I gave it three stars for polished food, super service and a cosmopolitan feel.
Several recent meals there have left me swooning.
At one in particular — to mark a monumental birthday of mine — eight of us were happily ensconced in the intimate confines of the semiprivate dining room. From the superlative 14 dishes sent out of Manikowski's kitchen (including moules frites with thyme fries, a cheese and charcuterie plate, lamb Bolognese, duck confit linguine), to the server who anticipated our every need to the ridiculously reasonable $10 corkage fee, Currant was all the gift I needed.
140 W. Broadway (at the Sofia Hotel), San Diego; (619) 702-6309, currantrestaurant.com.
There is an embarrassment of culinary riches on Coronado these days.
The Hotel Del's ENO wine bar is holding a series of "ENO-Versity" events featuring premier wines paired with four-course dinners at 1500 Ocean.
In April, Coronado native Rob Perkins took a break from his sommelier job at San Francisco's noted Boulevard restaurant to present his Skylark wines, which he produces with fellow sommelier John Lancaster. The tasting at ENO included a terrific pinot blanc and the delicious Red Belly and Les Aves red blends.
For dinner, Chef de Cuisine Brian Sinnott creatively matched the grenache rosé with sublime hiramasa and steelhead crudo with citrus, addictive duck confit risotto with lusty grenache and a perfect pork duo of tenderloin and braised belly with a smoky syrah.
Up next on ENO wine director Ted Glennon's roster: The always impressive wines of Paso Robles' Tablas Creek on June 12.
Tasting classes are $35; dinner is optional, prices vary. Information: hoteldel.com/eno-wine.
1500 Orange Ave., Coronado; (619) 522-8490.
• Over at Loews Coronado Bay, Mistral Chef de Cuisine Patrick Ponsaty (formerly of Bernard'O, La Bastide and El Bizcocho) is turning out Mediterranean-inspired fare so sumptuous you won't even look up from your plate to take in the restaurant's stunning view.
Start your night at the bar, where you can enjoy a Lowe's signature cocktail (mmm, Lavender Drop) with one of the 17 small plates offered. Don't miss the Garbanzo Panisse, crispy yet delicate fried triangles with a saffron aioli, or the black truffle ricotta crostini with fennel.
That marvelous black truffle ricotta makes another appearance on the dinner menu in the form of cannelloni served with fresh-from-the-sea steamed Santa Barbara blue prawns. But everything my foodie friend and I tried one night — from the ahi tartare to the grilled lamb chops with eggplant caviar to the seductive vanilla rose crème brûlée — was stellar.
Working for a second time with mentor Marc Ehrler, Loews' corporate chef, Ponsaty is taking this under-the-radar restaurant to new heights.
4000 Coronado Bay Road, Coronado; (619) 424-4000, loewshotels.com.Copyright © 2017, The San Diego Union-Tribune


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Wednesday, 31 October, 2001, 10:23 GMT
Death of the Deutschmark
Originally introduced by the allied forces (except for Russia) in the aftermath of World War II, the modern Deutschmark soon became the Germans' very own symbol of economic strength during the unstoppable postwar boom.
But the term mark, which will make its exit in 2002 with the introduction of the euro, can look back at more than 1000 years of turbulent history.
Its origins can be traced back to the 9th Century when it was a unit of weight used for gold and silver.
In 1873, soon after the creation of the German empire, the gold mark - which earlier in the century had been a common small coin of varying value - became standardised across the empire.
This was the first time that the German currency suffered from raging hyperinflation. Notes were printed in denominations of 50 trillion and 100 trillion.
One billion paper marks became equivalent in value to one gold mark and many families lost their life savings overnight before some form of stability was restored.
The stock market crash of 1929 intensified the recession that was already under way in Germany.
Within three years nine million people - or two fifths of the working population - were unemployed.
Secret currency reform
Economic misery paved the way for Hitler to come to power, ushering in the Third Reich in 1933.
He maintained the Reichsmark as Germany's currency, adorning the coins with swastikas.
Plans to make it a common currency throughout occupied Europe remained unrealised.
The plan was kept secret until the currency reform was announced on 20 June 1948.
The new currency, the Deutschmark, was printed in the US and made its way to Germany in huge boxes with the deliberately misleading label Bird Dog, closely watched by army soldiers.
On the first day everybody was allowed to exchange 40 Reichsmarks for Deutschmarks at the rate of 1:1.
This favoured owners of houses or other goods, and those who had loans, but had a disastrous effect on those whose money had been held in banks.
Some of the banknotes were of better quality than others. The five-mark note in particular was popular with forgers and had to be replace almost immediately with a new note made in the UK - the first German banknote with a security strip.
It was only 1955 that the German Federal Printing Works took over production of the national currency.
"Consumers seemed to go crazy about being able to in fact buy things with the Deutschmark", says German political scientist Karl Heinz Willenborg.
The deutschmark had set out on the road to success.
East Germany also adopted the name Deutschmark for its currency from 1949, and kept it until 1964, when it was changed to mark der notenbank (mark of the notebank), and to mark der DDR (mark of the German Democratic Republic) in 1968.
Only after the fall of the Berlin wall was the West German Deutschmark introduced to East Germany to become the currency for all Germans.
Although German monetary union caused many problems for the German economy, it is still the model for many Germans of the political imperative for further currency union.
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After a couple of scarves and some hats and an unfinished mitten, I decided to go for it and try my hand at knitting a whole adult-sized sweater. Thanks to some great needles I got from Anna at Baaad Anna's, I was able to finally make this guy.
Here is a link to the free pattern from Pickles.
It's a lot boxier than I had imagined, so I added the little pocket to offset it a little bit. I also made the sleeves a bit shorter. Definitely a house-sweater rather than a go out and party sweater (unless it is a sweater party, which I have yet to be invited to). I think it can also be one of those sweaters you wear with jam pants around the house and watch action movies in.
As with most things that we make for the first time, there are small bits and bobs that very much advertise this fact. The stitches are not perfect, the sleeves are looser than Rush Limbaugh's idea of a free woman, and the pocket is actually shaped more like the top of my foot than a regular pocket.
I had also cast-off too early at one point, and ended up with an 80s off-shoulder look, as the neckline ended up being around 36″ all around. I had momentarily thought about keeping it that way, but later changed my mind. I had worked too hard to get to that point, and balls if I was going to end up with a sweater that made me look like Jennifer Beals. I can't pull of that look.
However, the sweater, surprisingly, did not turn out to be stupid baby-sized and actually fit me well. The raglan increases are a lovely design (if knitted well) and I do really like the Sabrina-cut neckline going on up there. It's also fantastically warm, as it is made from this roving wool material. I haven't a clue how wool roves, or what that means, but I have an image of spools of wool roaming a British coast, grazing and rolling around on green, green grass.
Over all, I'm really excited about this thing. Guys, knitting is so fucking awesome. It's so relaxing and so great for the evenings and fishing trips. If I can find a way to be on a treadmill and knit without killing myself, I'd totally do it. More soon.


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Richard Dick Guthmiller, 76, of Stockton and formerly of Lodi, died March 30 in a Stockton hospital. He was born May 6, 1925, in Silverton, Ore.
Mr. Guthmiller came to California in 1930 with his family and settled in Lodi, later moving to Stockton. In 1943, he joined the U.S. Navy and served in Hawaii during World War II. Since returning, he had lived in many locations in Northern California, including 10 years in Manteca.
He was the owner and operator of Guthmiller Trucking for many years. He also owned Sierra Village Chevron and worked as a long-haul truck driver for various firms in the area.
In recent years, he worked for California Overnite courier service. He was a Mason and Shriner, and had been worthypatron of the Eastern Star chapter in Stockton. He was also a member of the Stockton Moose Lodge No. 391.
He enjoyed fishing. He and his sons also competed in stock car racing as Guthmiller Racing Team.
He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Wanda Guthmiller of Stockton; sons, Richard Guthmiller of Ceres and Frederick Guthmiller of Sierra Village; daughters, Jeanne DeGrandmont of Stockton and Tammie Dimas of Stockton; step-daughters, Sherry Rackley of Antioch and Debra Minott of Roseville; sisters, Barbara Clark of Stockton, Margaret Littau of Sacramento, and Martha Egleston of Carson City, Nev.; 19 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his son, Monte Guthmiller; brothers, Andrew, Jack, John, Ben, Fred and Art Guthmiller; and sisters, Dorothy Taddei, Ann Rathjen and Bertha Mehlhaff.
A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Gierhart-Wells & Donahue Funeral Home. Committal will be private.
Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and from 8 a.m. to service time Thursday at the funeral home.
Gierhart-Wells & Donahue Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
This obituary was updated at 8:30 a.m. April 3, 2002, to include additional information about Mr. Guthmillers family.
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MURRIETA -- Members of a group hoping to dissolve the Murrieta County Water District say, after only two weekends, they've collected almost twice the number of signatures needed to put a dissolution initiative on the ballot.
Officials with the Riverside County Registrar of Voters Office said Consumers for Quality Water turned in petitions with the signatures this week.
Members of the group say they want to dissolve the district because of unethical management, ongoing quality problems and a draft study by the Local Agency Formation Commission that recommends combining the Murrieta County and Rancho California water districts.
They say their goal is to bring quality water to the area through better management by another water company. They need to collect signatures from 10 percent of the district's registered voters to put the initiative on the ballot.
The water district has 3,333 registered voters so the initiative needs 334 signatures, county election officials say.
Initiative backer John Zinna, who is also a member of the district board of directors, said Friday the group collected more than 600 signatures.