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LA Good Questions: What To Do Around the Windows?
So, here's the problem: I'm frustrated with my living room. Specifically with the window seating area feels like dead space: I've moved the coffee table to another room (where it actually gets used!), and the dogs have taken over the window seats.
After sifting through all the recent house tours, I've been inspired to mix things up a bit...but I'm not exactly sure how to utilize that space. A sitting area for two? A solitary spot to read and spy on the neighbors? Ideally, I'd like to make it both company and dog friendly. Should I move the window seats to another room (they are Ikea lack shelves with custom cushions made by my mum), and get a bigger rug? And I keep finding myself drawn to this lovely chaise, wondering how I can style it to make it work...
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Why not put a round table there with a pendant lamp above and a couple extra chairs and use it for dining?
I'd love to see a reading corner there. You'd have enough natural light too.
A baby grand would look perfect there too!
maybe a smaller coffee table? or two small round ones that you really love for each of the window seats. then find a very eye catching object to put on the new table(s). otherwise, i think it's pretty much there. i like it.
What a lovely space! I'd be tempted to move the lounger so that the head of it is pointing toward the Vertigo poster, and the feet are pointing in towards the coffee table (which, as I believe you mentioned you've already done, I'd eliminate). I'd then either use the window seats as additional seating for a great conversation space, or as ledges for plants (I'm a fanatic!) I'm not exactly sure what I'd do with the couch... depending on the layout of the space, you could probably leave it as is... that seems to be the best option to me now.
siongchinchan is totally right - you need a baby grand! :-)
I like the idea of putting the Lounge somewhere in between the 2 areas. That way you can just pivot it to face whichever of the 2 is currently in use.
If you can, why not start by turning the sofa toward the Vertigo poster? Then everything else might fall into place. Folks are more likely to gravitate to those lovely windows if the furniture orients them there. No need to get a bigger rug, either: the current rug already defines one seating area.
You need some vertical elements to balance out the low things...there is too much chi flow behind the dcm chair...earlier commentor had a good idea about putting the eames lounger by the vertigo poster or a desk under it would work too....
or how about swapping the coffee tables...so you have the ethnic element in the field of the modern stuff?
also I think you need something green in there to balance out the purple/blue/magenta/red.
You've got three seating elements just staring at each other but with no focal point and no relation to each other. The round coffee table isn't convenient to any of the seats.
I agree about moving the sofa to face the windows. A piano would fry by those windows, by the way. The curtains look too lightweight and the color has no relationship to anything else in the room.
I agree totally with debieeastbay!! You really need something to anchor the space under the vertigo poster. You could put the red chair under the poster. The first thing I thought when I saw the pic is to def swap the coffee tables! You actually have a lot of the same pieces I have. I know the CB congo table (im guessing thats what that is) will be perfect over there in the reading nook. I also think that nook would make a beautiful dining nook if that should fit with the rest of ur plan. If you choose to keep it as a nook, which is great, you def need a light fixture to designate that area as the rug does in the other area. Though some people have been saying to face the sofa towards the reading nook, it looks as if you might have a fireplace or something across from where the sofa is now so thats a focal point u need to keep. The biggest and easiest change will be, as debbieeastbay said, to incorporate some green or yellow into your room. I'd get rid of those big dark blue curtains and get something a little lighter, maybe a green and white print, and then add some green throws, although a turquoise might be even better! The curtain change as well as the coffee table change will be a major improvements. If you want to make the nook as inviting as possible, add a pendant and some more throws or seat cushions.
oooh!! I dont mean to hog the blog here, but I just thought of something really cool (or at least I think its cool...) The areas seem great because there is a lot of seating and conversation area, but they also seem separate. What if..... you were to do some curtain panels between the two spaces? You could get a couple of track systems to make taught panels to slide back and forth or just hang them loose with one track system. But either way you could have a divider that makes one area a living space and the other a reading/lounging space. When you have guests you could just pull/push the curtains back to the walls. Also, when the panels are in their places in the middle of the room, you can put the chaise u are looking at on the reading side against the curtain/panels. This green/white look would be great over there with similar curtains or shades on the windows as well. Just a thought.
Move the window seats out.
Slide rug toward windows to create sitting area closer
to windows.
Couch should turn to look toward windows. (back to us if photographed from the same perspective.
Modern shelving unit with unit where couch currently is would offer balance and pull the room together.
Lounge chair with head near window/vertigo print.
Round coffee table a communal element in center of sitting area.
Red chair by window. Perhaps a plant or mobile?
Room for a beautiful dog pillow along the right window wall.
"Library, reading area behind the couch utilizing the window seats/lack shelves.
The room looks lovely. Let the dogs have their area too.
The window seats are too small, and as there is no back to them, they don't look comfortable. Consequently, people will avoid sitting there. Move them out.
Three options for this space come to mind. It's a lovely, bright spot for a small dining table, if you need one. I personally would love to have an office space in a bright corner like that. Or you could make it into a sitting/games area, with smaller scale armchairs, a round table for board games, and a cabinet under the Vertigo print to store games.
I think the dark blue of the curtains is overwhelming the space. If you love the color, consider sewing panels of a different color onto just the bottom third. You could use a pink/raspberry if you choose the shade carefully; or play it safe with a cream.
Un-obstruct the tall windows by moving the window-seat ledges to a windowless corner. Angle the lounger and a side table into the window niche. Float the sofa into the room to face the lounger, with the round cocktail table between the two. That opens space on the current sofa wall for tall shelves or a vertical anchor piece.
The rectangular table and floral throw pillow look out-of-place in this setting.
Am I the only one who thinks that the long blue drapes are too dark and heavy for the room? I suggest at least removing the bottom quarter of each panel and adding on a solid panel in a lighter color to break up the heaviness of the drapes. I think that there was a nice reference to drapes with different color bands the other day.
The seating area near the window is not inviting to company. I agree with many others that a dining table with chairs would be more inviting.
Alternatively, I also see the merit in having a chaise lounge in this location for a reading nook.
I would move the current seats elsewhere, place a tall, striking plant/ potted tree to add a vertical element in the corner proper (or maybe a tall sculpture if plants aren't your thing). Then a chaise and small table, to create a reading/ day dreaming spot under the tree.
Thanks for all of your suggestions!! I worked over my living room a bit this weekend and I'm loving it already. Once I put up the new drapes (yes! new and lighter drapes!), I'll take some photos and post 'em.
I popped over to Anthropologie this weekend and check out that chaise, but they didn't have it on the floor. I'm a bit hesitant to plunk down that kind of cash without ever sitting in it though, so if anyone has that chaise, can you give us a review? Is it comfortable?
Oh, and the reason why I didn't put in table and chairs in that space is because that room is connected the dining room...you can check that out here...


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Beginning its second season in the fall of 1993, the NBC sitcom Mad About You continued in its low-key, unspectacular fashion, never quite ... Show synopsis Beginning its second season in the fall of 1993, the NBC sitcom Mad About You continued in its low-key, unspectacular fashion, never quite accumulating enough ratings to crack the coveted Top 25 series list, but still enjoying a faithful fan following. Most of the series' cast remained intact, with co-creator Paul Reiser continuing in the role of documentary filmmaker Paul Buchman and Helen Hunt as his PR executive wife, Jamie Buchman, though Jamie would lose her job during the second season, prompting her to re-enter college. Paul's cousin Ira (John Pankow) pursued a romance with newly divorced Fran Devanow (Leila Kenzle), while Jamie's sister, Lisa (Anne Ramsay), persisted in looking for love in all the wrong places. Newcomers to the cast included such recurring characters as Paul's mother, Sylvia Buchman (Cynthia Harris); Paul's obstreperous new producer, Lou Bonaparte (Larry Miller); building superintendent Mr. Wicker (Jerry Adler); and, best of all, airheaded waitress Ursula Buffay, played by Lisa Kudrow -- a role that she would continue essaying even after joining the cast of Friends in 1994. Nominated for several Emmy awards during the 1993-1994 season, Friends managed to cop the gold statuette in the Outstanding Sound Mixing category. Hal Erickson, Rovi

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'Mom, Am I Fat?'
Jess Weiner is an author, self-esteem expert, consultant, and media personality who inspires audiences worldwide with her authentic take on living a confident life. Jess has a 7-year-old little girl in her life.
As we're all super sensitive to body image and dieting this time of year, we had the pleasure of chatting with Jess about how to appropriately handle our daughters' body issues, as well as our own.
Momlogic: With the most common New Year's resolution to lose weight, is there ever a situation when a mom and daughter dieting together is a good thing?
Jess Weiner: I wish it was as black and white. It depends on a couple factors. I didn't have a good experience dieting with my mom. I was put on a diet way too young (I was 11), and that was not the best idea. As I was not in puberty yet, it sets you up for a lot of misery, and is definitely not an appropriate way to teach a girl about diet and hunger.
With that said, there are always circumstances when empowering -- at a later time -- is appropriate, when you're able to understand that the diet isn't the end result.
ML: For a mom who's trying to lose weight, what do you say when your child asks, at the dinner table, why won't you eat the cookie, or brownie or cake, etc.?
JW: Before you get to the dinner table, it's important to have a conversation with your kids about health -- away from food, so that it's not a surprise. A lot of times girls can see their family members refrain from eating or going on extreme diets and not know it's coming. You must have a conversation.
ML: How should that conversation play out?
JW: It's okay for a mom to say to her child that there are things that are good for your body as a kid that no longer feel good for my body as an adult. "Mommy is going to make choices for her health and they don't have to be the same for you." I always recommend using the word "choices" in place of "dieting" -- this better sets you up for success.
"Mom will make choices for mommy, and you can make choices for you." You can't project your dieting woes on your daughter. You don't want to miss a great opportunity to discuss empowering them about their own health and their own body.
Moms must remember, their childrens' bodies are not identical to their own. Their hunger, their cravings are not yours.
ML: What are the biggest mistakes moms make when talking about their own body image?
JW: The Tourette's syndrome with the fat words. If a mom is dressed and having a meltdown -- "Oh mommy is so fat" -- this can be an appropriate expression for moms to get it out of their systems, but never helpful for us to beat ourselves up in front of our kids. I would advise: meltdowns will happen; rather than focus on prevention -- what do you do when it happens? Always an opportunity (at a later point, away from food) to say: "I want to talk to you about how I have been describing myself lately. I am frustrated because I want to feel better about my body, but I want you to know your body is beautiful." There is always a place to repair with conversation.
Moms beat themselves up because they have already said it.
Just because you dropped the "F-bomb" doesn't mean the conversation is over -- you haven't doomed your child forever. We need to pump ourselves with more forgiveness. Eat more, sleep less, stress out -- everyone has let go, it's about moderating and forgiveness.
ML: What is the biggest mistake moms make when having a daughter who is overweight?
JW: Pushing the dieting button over and over again. People who are fat know they are fat. They are already beating themselves up. That's your own motherly shame and embarrassment.
Get yourself straight before you talk to them about help.
ML: How do you turn the weight conversation into one about empowerment?
JW: I talk to them about taking care of their bodies. Find a fun way to do that every single day.
Tell your child it's okay to feel rundown and hungry -- it's natural. You want to take care of your body like you would a pet. Keep it in the third person. Ask the question: "Have you moved your body today?"ML: What do you say when your daughter asks, "Mom, am I fat?"
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1. Background
Once a unit of the university no longer exists, is re-branded, merged or split and wants to use a different email domain, the old email domain begins a process of being wound down and mail sent to it will eventually fail to be delivered.
1.1. Why old domains need to be removed
Some people have argued that the old addresses should be allowed to run indefinteley. Academic staff who have used the same address for many years, have it published in numerous publications and registered with world wide contacts, can feel particularly disadvantaged. However, there are several reasons why we should do this.
- Reputation. It does not look go for the university, if someone is using an address e.g. @radiology.ox.ac.uk when the university no longer has a dept of Radiology. Others could question how good the university was at managing any of its other data.
- There are overheads in maintaining a email domain. By 'law', each domain must have a working postmaster@domain email address - this needs to be checked periodically.
- There can be confusion/complexity when people return to the dept after a gap and only have the new address.
- The MX domain registration has to be maintained and periodically audited. ie adhoc requests from postmaster of the form Is this domain still used?
In the past, when a domain mail address change was an rare event, the addresses were wound down over 2 years. However, because of the ongoing administrative overhead of winding down domains, 12 months is the ideal upper limit. To put this into context, if an individual moves dept or changes their name, their old email address will work for only 2 months. There is lot to be said for make limiting the old address to 2 months once the new address has become the default, even for domain wind downs.
2. The steps in the wind down process
- Alternative is added - new addresses are added for each person belonging
to the new unit, and for the unit generics, so they can start to be used immediately. No
new people are assigned the old address (the unit is marked as univ opt 6 in the
Registration Database- a unit in wind down - this value gets into
ldap.oak). Users should notify their contacts of a change of address e.g. but putting it in a signature file.
- New address is made the default. The timing of making the new unit the default sending address on Nexus and being the address that get passed to other depts is done in consultation with the Department - usually the administrator and ITSS. The default sending address on IMAP email clients will be unaffected.
- Personal automated warning sent An automated warning message 3 months before email address expiry is sent to the people affected. People themselves should search for the occurrence of the old address in recent incoming messages in INBOX and contact the senders. (Postmaster may be able to provide ITSS with lists of people who are receiving mail or sending mail to/from the old address.)
- Email address fail All mail sent to that domain will fail to be delivered.
- Tailored failure message It is possible to set up a tailored failure
message such that people sending to the domain can get e.g. "You emailed
firstname.lastname@example.com"This is not something that is configurable per person- it is for the whole mail domain and has to be requested by the department.
- The domain is de-registered by Postmaster. This can happen at any time. The tailored message has rapidly decreasing value over time and has the disadvantage of returning potentially good addresses to spammers. Suggest 6 months as the default, if a tailored message is set up - other wise as soon as possible after the addresses fail.


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Quick and Easy Car Maintenance: Change Your Oil and Inflate Your Tires
Published on - September 6th, 2008 (by J.D. Roth)
"The value of proper car maintenance is priceless," writes Liza Barth at the Consumer Reports auto blog. "Regular maintenance of your vehicle can save you money on vehicle repairs and keep it running smoothly for many years to come." In particular, Barth encourages readers to keep on top of two easy (but critical) components of car care: oil changes and tire pressure.
Change your oil
The "quick lube" places want you to change your oil as often as possible, but the 3,000-mile oil change is essentially a scam (or marketing ploy, if you prefer). Frequent oil changes might be necessary if your car puts in heavy duty, but for many vehicles it's okay to change the oil every 7,500 miles or six months (whichever comes first). Consult your owners manual for the recommended schedule for your car. (On my Focus, for example, Ford suggests replacing the oil every 5,000 miles.)
When I was younger, I'd change my own oil. Somehow I got out of that habit. Edmunds.com, in their guide on how to change your oil yourself, reminds us why this might be a good idea:
You'll save roughly a hundred dollars a year doing this procedure on your own. Oh, and maybe another ten bucks or so when you say no to the guy at the quick-lube place trying to sell you a five dollar air filter for $14.95…If this doesn't appeal to you, go to Jiffylube or Grease Monkey or your local quick-lube shop, shell out 30 bucks, and be done with it.
Clever Dude recently shared detailed instructions for how to change your car's engine oil. If you're more visual than verbal, this video from the Backyard Mechanics does a great job of going over how to change your own oil (once you get past the lame first minute):
Inflate your tires
It's also important to keep your tires properly inflated.
- If tires are under-inflated, fuel economy and handling suffer.
- If tires are over-inflated, they're more easily damaged, and the vehicle will experience a harsher ride. Overinflation also makes it difficult to stop under wet conditions.
To care for your tires, check the air pressure at regular intervals (once a month is good) when the tires are cold. (I drive mine to a nearby service station to make the check.) Check the tread depth, and look for other signs of wear. Finally, fill the tire to the pressure recommended in the owners manual (or on the doorjamb placard), not to the pressure listed on the side of the tire.
A well-maintained vehicle is not only safer, but costs less to run. As Benjamin Franklin is said to have observed, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. A little money spent now can prevent bigger expenses down the road.
Hey, thanks for the link JD. FYI to the readers, your results in price vs value will probably vary.
Forget about oil change and tire inflates … most consumers don't know how to check radiator water. On a recent group trip, my friend almost burned his car. He had no idea of anything about cars. Without my intervention at the right moment, he would have burnt his car. Basic knowledge pays off.
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It's also good to know which things you can let slide. After my last oil change, which included extra work on the sway bar– I hadn't noticed anything wrong, but they showed me and I think Milady Buick is more comfortable when she is *symmetrical*– I ended up calling home to Dad to ask where 'serpentine belt needs replaced' fell on the spectrum of 'you mean you drove home after that? And you're not dead?' to 'report them to the relevant authorities.' It's on my to-do list– basically means calling places and seeing where it's cheapest to have done sometime before Thanksgiving.
I'm so lucky…my husband does all that stuff! He can't do the really hard maintenance, but oil changes and the like are well within his skill level.
My dad always had me help him change the oil when I was a kid. He always told me as we changed the oil that I would save a lot of money if I did it myself when I was an adult. Thanks Dad!
I really want to learn to change my own oil, this should be helpful. Thank you!
One thing to note is that you need to dispose of the oil properly. All the oil that comes from tanker spills? Roughly five times that amount goes down the drain from homes and businesses where the owner doesn't dispose of it the right way. You should be able to pour it back into the empty bottles from the new oil that's now in your engine, and you can then take it to a collection center.
To find an oil collection center near you, just visit this address (it goes to Google) and just replace "Virginia" with your state: http://is.gd/2iXB. There's probably a DEQ website with a resource list for your region.
Regarding Charlie's statement about proper oil disposal, I usually just take the used oil back to where I purchased the new oil, in the emptied containers.
I know that Advanced Auto Parts advertises free oil and battery recycling at all their stores.
Changing my own oil would not save any money. It's a good skill to know and cool for people who are into DIY and working on cars, but that's about it.
Wal-Mart does $15 oil changes and Jiffy lube and all the other chains and local "Quick Lube" places run coupons for $18.99 or $19.99 all the time. I get 3 or 4 different mailers or coupon books a month with all those coupons. The last time I had work on my car, the place even threw in an oil change. Before that I got a $20 oil change that had a $10 MIR at Pep Boys.
When you consider not only the expense but also the time expense to go buy oil and a filter ( which as an individual you presumably pay retail and not bulk wholesale prices), get down and dirty ( especially if you dont drive a huge tank and have to jack the vehicle), and do it yourself- I am guessing you lose money. If your time has any value.
For certain tasks it's more about if you enjoy doing it or not, IMHO. The cost benefit is overrated. This can apply to things like mowing the lawn or washing your own car as well. Some people really enjoy that stuff so taking an hour or more out of their day to do it isn't a problem. Some people are too busy, would rather spend time with family, or just hate doing it to the extent that is makes much more sense to pay someone else. When you pay someone else you take advantage of the division of labor, specialization,etc.
I prefer doing it myself, and saving the money (oil and filter are about $8-$9). Spending that half hour around the house is also preferable to me than being at the dealership or chain store waiting while they do it. Plus it gives me a little better idea of what's going on with my car. However, if I have to change the oil in February, I sometimes opt to let someone else do it.
I am going to have to agree with Greg C and say that changing your own oil is probably just a break even proposal.
To change my own oil I need to
1. Buy the necessary supplies
2. Find time to do it
3. Jack the car up
4. Contort my body into unnatural positions to get to the oil filter
5. Dispose of the old oil
I am going to say all in all is about 3 hours of my very limited time.
I am one who always takes the car back to the manufacturer to do all maintenance. No Jiffy Lube no Bob's 10 Minute Oil Changes. I feel that the people most qualified to work on my vehicle are the people who sold it to me. I am fortunate that the dealership is right by my work and that I just drop it off before work and have the courtesy shuttle drop me off. At the end of the day a co-worker of mine just drops me off and we are all done.
Now I know this isn't feasible for everyone but has worked out for me nicely. Worst comes to worst I am not liable for any damage or negligence on the maintenance most often performed on my vehicle.
As a side note about tire pressure make sure you rotate your tires every 10k miles or so for maximum tread life.
Keeping your tires properly inflated is also a good money-saving tip for bicyclists, for a different reason: underinflated tires are the main cause of flats. Read the recommended tire pressure range on your bike tire's sidewall and keep it inflated at the maximum pressure (unless you're riding through mud or gravel, in which case a bit lower will give you more traction).
Underinflated tires cause "pinch flats," where the inner tube pops by being pinched between the pavement and the wheel rims. These are by far the most common type of flats. I'm pretty careful about checking my tire pressure before each ride, and in the past five years I've had only two flats on my bike.
my husband is a former factory tech for the brand of cars we drive. he basically all-out refuses to let anyone else touch our cars unless it requires equipment we don't have at home (ie air conditioning charges, etc.)
we change the oil but always take the tires somewhere for rotation, because tire treadlife warranties are very picky about making sure you've rotated your tires every so often. we need receipts.
tire inflation is very important, an underinflated tire can overheat and blow out, maybe even causing serious injury. i check every 2 weeks. but check more than your tire pressure- grab a penny and stick the top of lincoln's head down toward the tread. if you can see the top of his head, it's time for new tires. i can't tell you how many bald tires i see on the road. downright scary.
also, consider that an engine air filter is cheap and can let your engine breathe easier- better mpg as a result.
if you have a high mileage car, you probably don't want to go 7500 miles between oil changes. one of our cars has an engine series with kinda weak bearings- at 100k, it gets new oil every 3k. our diesel at 250k gets monthly oil changes (which works out to almost 3k.) our other car is still in powertrain warranty and gets 5k changes as recommended by the manufacturer.
other small things can help too- pcv valves, plugs and wires, etc are good preventive maintenance at higher mileage.
I really would like to get all of you to realize the advantages of using Amsoil Synthetic Motor Oils and filters to not only extend your vehicle's life but also to see how much you can save in dollars and cents.
I have commented several times about the 3000 mile myth on this site yet I still see many readers offering unsubstantiated claims about what works best. As an Oil Specialist with over 40 years in the auto industry I speak from a position of knowledge and experience. I have spent many years involved in vehicle Quality Assurance, as well as being a lifelong auto enthusiast and racer, so these things I am telling you are not simply based on anecdotal information but upon actual training and laboratory analysis.
The real culprit in engine wear and oil life is the air filter first and foremost; followed by using quality oil and oil filters. An engine ingests vast quantities of air in order to operate, if the air filter is restrictive or a poor filter medium it does two things.
First and foremost; it must trap incoming dirt to reduce the abrasive action of the dust upon the engine's internal components. Most garden variety cellulose air filters do a modest job of this at best and some cheaper ones do a very poor job which adds up to increased engine wear.
Secondly the air filter must allow enough air into the engine to facilitate combustion; sadly the trade off has traditionally been to create a restrictive filter media that captures dust while starving the engine for air. I'm sure some of you will reply that you use an aftermarket oil wetted gauze filter, such as K&N etc., to improve air flow and on the surface it appears that you are seeing improved performance and/or better fuel economy. While you may be experiencing these benefits; you are also allowing more dirt and dust to enter the engine because these types of filters are not very efficient at trapping the small dust particles and you are increasing engine wear at the same time. Conversely the cellulose filter was capturing more dirt but it was restricting air flow and consequently starving the engine for air and reducing engine efficiency resulting in reduced fuel economy.
The solution to this dilemma is to use an Amsoil EaA Air Filter which is designed to both capture the fine dust particles that cause increased component wear while at the same time providing greatly enhanced air flow which improves engine performance and fuel economy by allowing the engine to breathe freely. These two things are accomplished by utilizing Nano-Fiber Technology to trap the dirt while maintaining greater air flow. In addition the Amsoil EaA Air Filter is designed to last 100,000 miles and can be easily cleaned with a vacuum cleaner or low pressure, 10 to 15 PSI, air at 25.000 mile intervals. Here's a link to a very informative video showing why air filtration is so vital to your vehicle's performance and longevity http://www.amsoil.com/video/company/EaFilters/index.aspx
By switching your vehicle to Amsoil Synthetic Oil and Amsoil EaA Air and EaO Oil Filters you will save money in several ways.
#1 Clean air into the engine reduces air restriction and wear while improving fuel economy.
#2 Clean air also extends the life of your motor oil because it stays cleaner, again this is because the engine is not ingesting abrasive dirt and debris.
#3 Amsoil Synthetic Motor Oils are designed for extended drain intervals which means less cost on a yearly basis. Amsoil Synthetic oils are designed for drain intervals of 12 months or 25.000 miles when using Amsoil Oil and Air Filters.
In summation the benefits of using Amsoil Oils and Filters result in lower overall maintenance cost, reduced engine wear, longer oil and filter life, greater fuel economy and increased vehicle reliability. When contrasted against the standard way most quick lubes and auto repair shops push 3000 mile oil changes and mediocre filtration, as well as the environmental impact of disposing of all the used oil and filters, Amsoil is clearly the best value for anyone who is trying to get the most from their automotive maintenance dollars.
Amsoil products are available online at http://www.synthetic-oil-tech.com/1124190/ via the online store link. As always I welcome any inquiries and questions. I am here to help you find the right Amsoil Products for your individual or fleet application.
Nick Roberts, Six Sigma Green Belt and Lubrication Specialist, firstname.lastname@example.com
I'm going to agree with Jay and Greg C on this one. By the time you buy your oil and filter, and factor in couple of dollars for having to roll around underneath your vehicle on the driveway, (at 47, I feel this a lot more than I did at 27) and the clean up and hauling your oil back to the disposal site, it's worth more to me to pay the good folks at Wally World $20.00 or so to do it. My Chevy takes 5 qts of oil at $3.00 a pop, plus a filter at $5.00, that's $20.00 right there!
I do believe that anyone who drives a car should educate themselves as much as possible on auto repair, just to avoid getting ripped off by unscrupulous mechanics. You may even find that replacing a radiator or an alternator is not such a big deal after all, and save yourself a gob of money!
Another Ed says that he uses Wally World to service his vehicle. He spends $20 a pop and should be changing his oil at 3000 miles because that is about as far as he should take the low quality oil and filter before replacing it. The filter will be done and the oil will be dirty enough to require it, especially if he uses his car in average everyday stop and go driving which actually qualifies as severe service as opposed to long trips with very few stops which actually places less stress on the engine than stop and go.
Assuming his $20 figure for oil changes, over 25.000 miles, he will spend ($20×8=$160) for poor quality oil and filters as well as reduced efficiency resulting in greater engine wear and poor fuel economy due to friction alone. He is also be causing additional wear to his engine thereby reducing it's life and adding to his overall vehicle cost.
By going with Amsoi Synthetic Motor Oil and an Amsoil EaO Oil Filter his annual cost will be in the neighborhood of $55 and he will not be contributing an additional 35 quarts of used oil to the waste stream in addition to 8 oil filters. http://www.amsoil.com/storefront/atm.aspx
As I said in my earlier post the cost of poor quality oil and filters does not add up to any real savings and goes against the concepts that Get Rich Slowly endorses.
Seems to me that this is a no brainer when you do the math! $160 vs $55 adds up to annual savings of $105 which Another Ed can use to invest or pay down his debts.
Nick Roberts, Six Sigma Green Belt and Lubrication Specialist
We've read all sorts of standards from all sorts of vehicles.
Is it every 3000(doubtful) miles, 5000 miles, 7,500, or 10,000?
So confusing, wasn't the standard supposed to be every 10,000 miles/oil change?
Wow, Nick – you are very passionate about this topic!
My husband worked as a mechanic to put himself through college – and he won't touch my car for maintenance. Isn't there an adage about the cobbler's kids going shoeless? Well, that would apply to us, too. He firmly believes his time is worth more than the $20 at the shop for my car's oil change. His truck, however, since there's clearance for him to roll under there and he buys oil/filters from the guys he worked for 20 years ago at their price, that is worth his time. Sometimes the self-rationalization of what we think is best is kinda funny!
But I'm with the posters above who say whether you change or own oil or not, its still valuable to understand the process and be knowledge about the machine that most of us depend upon on a daily basis.
Wow, Nick, I had no idea that Valvoline was such a poor quality of motor oil. I guess all the professional mechanics I've asked about it over the years were wrong. But I think that part of your sig line explains a lot:
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Plus, I've actually HEARD of Valvoline oil before. Can't say that about Amsoil.
There is a sometimes a fine line between legitimate commentary and a sales pitch.
After 35 years Amsoil has been on the market longer than any other synthetic oil. Amsoil was the first Motor Oil Manufacturer to offer Full Synthetic Motor OIl and Extended Drain Intervals.
I never once said Valvoline or any other name brand oil was poor quality provided they are changed at not more than the OEM recommended drain interval. What I said was that Amsoil is superior to all other motor oils; especially when you consider Amsoil's proven ability to perform better and last longer while still offering superior and unequalled protection. Amsoil has a 35 year track record of significantly reducing mechanical wear and delivering longer drain intervals than any comparative motor oil.
Yes you are correct when you say I have a reason to attest to the quality and value of Amsoil products. I do sell Amsoil and the main reason I sell it is because it is simply the best motor oil on the market today.I can make these statements because they are verifiable through SAE and ASTM test criteria showing the superiority of Amsoil products.
I am happy to show you exactly why what I'm saying is true. Here's a link to a motor oil comparison that uses the same testing procedures and standards as the vehicle engineers used in determining which lubricants should be used in their engines and drivetrains. No smoke and mirrors, simply the facts based on industry standards. Go ahead and look up the oil you use today and see how it stacks up to Amsoil.
You are right when you say there is a fine line between commentary and a sales pitch; that is why I always refer to proven test standards and classifications when I assert the superiority of Amsoil Oils and Filters.
Nick Roberts
Nice post. In addition to fuel economy, better handling, and safety; an additional benefit of properly inflating your tires is improved tread life. Tires that are inflated to the manufacturer's specifications will outlast over-inflated and under-inflated tires.
I agree with going with a full synthetic oil. I use and pay the extra for Mobil 1, and change the oil between 5,000 and 7,500 miles, while using a non-Fram oil filter. I have piece of mind that it won't sludge up my engine since it doesn't break down like regular oil. The only thing you have to do is check the oil level occasionally, especially during hot months since some does become burned off. Most importantly, keep that oil level at the specified level while going up to that 7500 mile interval (or even beyond for some oils), otherwise you risk having the engine prematurely wear and/or seize up.
I used to change my own oil, but in the past few years have taken my cars to the local Firestone. I switched to synthetic oil about a year ago in my 2001 Ford Explorer 97K miles.
One of the reasons I like Firestone is that in addition to oil changes, I buy my tires from them and get a lifetime front end alignment for around $100. When I get the oil changed, I get the tires rotated and the front end aligned. If I have other needs or issues, Firestone will inform me. They also will top off my other fluids. When looking at the cost-benefit of changing my own oil, I just don't feel that there is enough of a cost savings to do it myself.
Hello All,
This will be my last post on this subject. Evidently I've been too strong an Amsoil advocate and J.D. has asked me to stop.
It is true that I sell Amsoil Oil and Filtration products but my reasons for posting, and continuing the discussion, stem from my desire to show all participants that there is a better, more cost effective, alternative to the standard operating procedure of changing oil; often while using petroleum based oils.
As readers of this site I assumed that the goals of each reader were to save money so I felt that I had something to contribute to the topic. I also wanted to show that it isn't necessary to consume as much oil as is the norm while maintaining your vehicle.
I tried to explain that the cost savings of Amsoil are verifiable and significant. In addition to those cost savings I wanted to show how using Amsoil, and the extended drain intervals it affords, would result in less waste oil being produced.
Some of the posts refer to my position as passionate and I suppose that is true but more than that I am an advocate for the wise use of resources which lead to less waste and lessen the impact of disposing of waste oil and filters.
The fact that using Amsoil products is the most cost effective way to maintain your vehicle seems to have been missed by several of my critics and I truly regret that. As an Independent Amsoil Dealer I stand for delivering the absolute best protection for your engine while at the same time offering the most cost effective line of lubrication and filtration products on the market today.
Nick Roberts, Six Sigma Green Belt, Lubrication Specialist
I use Mobil 1 fully synthetic oil because synthetics have been proven to be better than standard oils. And at $6 a quart and guaranteed for 15,000 mi. it's the cheapest and best option for a DIY oil change, not only for the price but also in terms of car maintenance. A good engine starts with the oil.
Standard oil is about $3/quart, but you need to change it 3-5,000mi. to get the most out of it. Most cars use about 4 quarts, so even if you change it every 5,000, you're still spending $36 for the same distance (15,000mi) vs. $24 for the Mobil 1. If you change it every 3,000 mi that number jumps to $60. Plus you're missing out on the benefits of using a superior quality oil, i.e. less wear on the engine and less sludge buildup which means less maintenance.
"You'll save roughly a hundred dollars a year doing this procedure on your own."
Where do they get this number? If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that's 2-3 oil changes. Even at $30 a pop (the most expensive, couponless price I could find where I live) that's less than $100 – and supplies are extra.
So easy to do…cost you barely anything and saves you so much money.
For those who change their own oil, might I suggest a quick release valve. I have used Fumoto drain valves for years on all of my vehicles with no problems. (BTW, I don't sell them or have any business relationship with them other than a satisfied customer)
Now all I need to get under the car tool wise is an oil-filter wrench and a pan for the oil.
Makes it very simple.
In the interest of full disclosure, I do work for an independent shop, so please feel free to take the following with as large a grain of salt as you'd like…
Beyond the issue of miles between oil changes is the issue of preventative maintenance, and for that reason alone, I'd rather have somebody certified changing my oil. It's worth it to me to have a trained pair of eyes giving my car the once over for issues, leaks, etc. that could turn into more expensive issues. (Whether you trust your repair shop to give you solid recommendations or not is another matter, I suppose.)
My point, I guess, is that you'll almost always save much more money in the long run by having an ASE Certified Tech regularly take a look at your vehicle, and the only time most drivers do that is when they get an oil change. Maintaining your vehicle for 10 years is worth something on the order of $250,000 to most consumers, and if that's not getting rich slowly, I don't know what is.
Anyway, back to lurking. Enjoy your site, and have for a while.
I'm sorry however changing it @ home is cheaper because your not letting those monkeys @ the oil change place break your car.
The housing to my air filter is permanently broken(been checking junk yards for 2 years), I have a slipped ring and the threads on my oil pan are stripped to the point the oil drips around the bolt… all thanks to oil change monkeys not paying attention. They don't care or pay attention to what they do – they just care about their little check list getting done ASAP. Among things I've had to repair thanks to them, I've also had wiper blade arms broken, hoses knocked loose(and not reattached by them), screws left off/lost and the housing to my blinker busted.
And all complaints get ya are accusations that you broke it & are trying to blame them.
I'd rather damage my car myself then have those goons continue to do it & BTW if you buy your oil in bulk @ Costco or Sams the oil change cost drops to $7-$9.
I work at Preston Ford in Burton Ohio, and we do $12.95 oil changes up to 5 quarts of oil (additional oil is $2.13 a quart). We also do a 27 point inspection for free. The difference between a quick change and us (dealership) is you have someone that is educated (ford techs have to take courses and be qualified to work here) and knows what they are looking at. You cant buy the oil, and filter for that. There is no gimmick. No mail in rebate. $12.95 plus tax. Also, if we make an error we would definately take responsibility for our actions. There would be no broken air box or stripped out oil plug.
I am using an oil drain valve to drain my oil. The ball valve is replacing your oil drain plug and you can drain the oil with its lever, so you don't have to use a wrench to take off the plug. If you often change the oil yourself, I recommend using it. Check the site http://www.qwikvalve.com.
Hope it helps.
I come from a family that never really did much DIY work themselves. I think the most DIY car work my family has done for two generations is change a car battery and maybe change a tire. Being the black sheep, however, I wanna be different.
I want to learn how to perform my own car maintenance but I have no idea how I would go about doing so. I have considered taking classes at a local community college but they never seem to offer courses when someone could reasonably go. (at least not around here, you'd think saturday classes for something like this would be popular). Does anyone know of a good way someone could teach themselves car maintenance? Is that risky for your car? How do you get started?
You bring up some good ideas. I agree with the point that everyone should do a synthetic oil change. It's better for the car and saves you money in the long run. Thanks for you post.
Thanks for the post! These are great things to keep in mind as you head into a new season.
An oil change is a good start. Your oil is no doubt getting thick and gummy which will reduce fuel economy and power and if the oil of engine is good quality then you say that your car is in good position…


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Dinners that freeze well
DH and I are expecting our first baby in 5 weeks. I want to start freezing some dinners so we don't have to worry about cooking when we first get home. I know lasagna and soups/stews/chilis all freeze well. But what else can I make?? Please include recipes!!
If you have an outdoor grill, grilled cuts of beef like flank steak, round steak, chuck, etc. can be sliced after resting and cooling in the refrigerator. Wrap amounts of the sliced meat that the 2 of you will eat at a single meal and freeze the packs. I have stopped buying cold cuts due to the added ingredients and fat. When the aforementioned cuts of meat go on sale, I buy about 6 pounds (3 steaks) and grill them. They are used in sandwiches.
Another possibility is pulled pork. My wife and I are empty nesters. We buy a picnic shoulder, roast it in a covered roasting pan for about 7 hours at 250-275 degrees, let it cool, and then shred the meat. We get rid of the fat. Again, the pulled pork can be frozen in meal-sized packs. When you wish to serve the meat, make a thin BBQ sauce in which the defrosted meat is to be reheated. Serve on crusty rolls.
Look up BBQ sauce recipes on the internet. There are loads of them to be found.
There are tons of discussions about this topic on Chow. If you search for "new mom," you'll have quite a list.
The only thing I will warn you against freezing is potatoes, especially if they are in soup or stews. They get very spongy and soggy when thawed. Make your stew and freeze, but boil or micro a potato, chop and add to the reheated dish before serving.
I love to freeze stuffed peppers. I cut them in half and blanche for about three minutes~ let them cool slightly, stuff them, ( I use chicken, spanish rice and black beans) put them on a tray in the freezer to completely chill, and then wrap them.
When my mom had back surgery last year, I filled her freezer with these, mini lasagnas, and even some burritos~ I did some breakfast ones (egg, sausage, mushroom, or egg, ham, peppers) and also some using basically the same filling I do for peppers.
You can also pound out some chix breasts or buy them already thin and roll up ham and cheese (or something else creative, skys the limit on this), roll it up and freeze them individually. You can take them out and bake them frozen (I think it was 40 min, 350).
Make mini meatloafs (enough for two) or my favorite salmon loafs.
Buy a frozen bag of sea scallops and just take out what you'll eat and just broil with minimal herbs, roast vegies at the same time - not much prep time for roasting and you've got a nice dinner without the effort.
Congrats and enjoy, there are no do overs with kids - enjoy every moment.
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meatloaf is a great idea.
casseroles in general do well frozen.
i'd freeze preportioned baggies of pasta sauce (marinara, pesto, etc.), so that you can just defrost and heat, and cook up some pasta in the meantime.
you'll probably want to have some stuff that can be eaten one-handed... freeze some muffins, preportioned batches of oatmeal, some empanadas or some sort of stuffed pastry pocket, etc.
stuffed chicken breasts
enchiladas, quesadillas, burritos
chicken marbella or marsala
get the TJ's boxes of jasmine or brown rice (also couscous is really easy to make - hot water, 5 minutes, voila!)
sure you'll get much more!
Pretty much any braised chicken dish will keep well. I did the same thing when I was pregnant (over 2 years ago) and was so happy to have a freezer full of stuff to help out. If you go on epicurious and do a refined search for "poultry" and "braised" you'll find lots of ideas, but thing along the lines of cacciatore, mole (dang, no accent mark), etc. will work really well, and you can always add a starch (rice or pasta) when you defrost to make it stretch even farther (and get yet another meal from it). Best of luck and congratulations!
I buy frozen, cooked extra large Shrimp from Stop & Shop.
I take out 6 at a time, cook linquini and put 2 T butter & 2 T olive in a skillet on med.
Chop up garlic, saute for 1 min in skillet, add 1/2 cup of wine, a sprinkle of red pepper. Add shrimp, simmer 2 min. Toss together with cooked linquini, add parm cheese. 15 min. meal.
I marinate chicken breasts in Costco's pesto sauce (2 half breasts, 1/2 cup pesto), freeze.
I saute 1 onion, 1 greeen pepper, 1/2lb ground sirloin,1 can crushed tomato, salt and pepper and cook for 15 min., let cool, freeze. When ready to use, let defrost. Cook up elbows and toss together, great comfort meal.
I buy individually wrapped frozen tilapia filets from Costco in the freezer section. They defrost easily. Also, Costco's sockeye salmon.
If you have room, you can cut rotissarie chicken in half and freeze for two meals. Defrost and make Ina's Chinese Chicken Salad (halve the recipe), and her Chicken Pot (tweak it with frozen veggies and canned bisquits).
Good luck with the new baby!
Thanks for all of the ideas! So far we've got pizza and marinara sauce in there. And we do have frozen veggies and lots of frozen fruit. Maybe I'll put DH to work this weekend and have him make a lasagna.
Meatloaf: I've never made one before. My moms is awful. Anyone have a good recipe?
re: rizzo0904
Here mine, and it's really good:
1 ½ pounds ground chuck
½ pound ground pork
1 onion, chopped
1 egg, beaten
¾ cup chili sauce, (I use Heinz)
1 cup water
2 teaspoons vinegar
1 cup plain bread crumbs
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons brown sugar
Mix beef, pork, onions, egg, half of chili sauce, ¾ cup bread crumbs, salt, and pepper. Form into a loaf and place in a baking dish. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 15 minutes. Combine the rest of the chili sauce, water, vinegar mustard, and brown sugar. Stir until smooth and pour over the meat in the oven. Continue baking for 1 hour. Basting occasionally.
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This meatloaf thread is very recent, but if you search here, you will find a ton more suggestions. My current favorite is Martha Stewart's Meatloaf 101.
Also, brisket freezes very well. There are tons of recipes out there, it jsut depends on whether you like a sweet or savory variety (I like sweet). Here are a bunch from epicurious.
Also, these short ribs are great too.
And meatballs are always good. You could make regular italian style or sweet and sour, which I've been making for my kids lately...they sound sort of lowbrow, but they are tasty and freeze well!
Oh, and congratulations!
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Congratulations on your soon to be new addition! You said you already had pizza but I wanted to add that last year I bought one of Costco's pizzas that you bake at home, you know, the humongo ones they sell at the food stand. I threw it into the freezer then when I was ready, cooked it as I would any frozen pizza about 425 degrees for 20 minutes or until done. Worked great! Now if I can figure out how to divide it up before freezing??? Anyway, as far as frozen dishes, I have also done pasta dishes that I have undercooked the pasta a bit, added vegis, cooked meats, sauces red or white and cheeses (sorry this isn't a recipe but I just do it by feel). I toss it all together in a big pot and divide it into the disposable aluminum pans, cover first in plastic, then foil then freeze. When ready to cook, I just take the plastic off, put foil back on and throw into the oven frozen for 1 - 1 1/2 hours at about 375 degrees. It works great! I made a bunch of these for a friend who had broken her back and pelvis and at the same time put a bunch in our freezer. Occasionally if I overcooked the pasta was a little mushy but still edible. Guess it just depends how picky you are. I not very.
As far as meatloaf, mine isn't fancy but I get a ton of compliments on it. Again, I don't have a firm recipe but will try to write it out for you. Meatloaf is like chili, everyone has their own recipe.
Two pounds of ground meat, mostly chuck but a bit of veal and/or pork is good also
1 large onion chopped
1 - 2 tsp granulated garlic, not garlic salt (depending on your taste) Fresh garlic is fine also I just find it easier in meatloaf to use the granulated type.
4 or 5 good shakes of the Worcestershire bottle
1/3 c. of your favorite BBQ sauce or ketchup
1 egg
1/2 cup of bread crumbs, uncooked oatmeal or crushed crackers
Italian seasonings to taste, oregano, parsley, marjoram, basil, rosemary, ect..
If you want some heat, add hot sauce or chili flakes (personally I don't like my meatloaf hot although I love spice food)
Mix well with your hands then put either in a greased loaf pan (only the top gets crispy)(also put loaf pan on a cookie sheet to catch any fat that may drip over edge) or form into a loaf in a 13x9 greased pan (more surface crispyness). I don't usually put anything on top of mine, but my mom always brushed it with ketchup or BBQ sauce. Bake at about 375 for hour or until 160 degrees internally. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Other mom tricks, she put dill pickles in the center of the meat loaf. Sounds weird but is actually pretty good. Green olives was another mix-in as is a layer of cheese in the center. Just put the bottom half in pan, add middle ingredient then rest of meatloaf on top. I am sure there are lots of things you could add to the middle and would love to hear other ideas!
Another CH (can't remember who) kindly posted this link in a reply to another post on a similar subject.
Spanikopita freezes really well... I make large individual triangle pockets, and freeze them (uncooked) on a tray on plastic wrap. When they are frozen hard, I remove them from the tray, and store them in a ziplock bag. When it's time for dinner, pull them out and bake them in a oven (don't defrost them 1st), and they turn out great. I like to serve them with a salad, hummus, and labne or yogurt cheese.
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If you have a TJ's near by, they have great spanikopita in their freezer section - a large one or small triangles.


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Visitation will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Trimble Funeral and Cremation Center, Coal Valley. A private family burial service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Seton Catholic School, Moline, or The Alzheimer's Association in Jean's name.
Jean was born on July 21, 1944, in Barrington, Ill., the daughter of Eugene and Carol Johnson Kampert. She spent her life teaching, first at Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa, then for 25 years at Augustana College in Rock Island.
Jean also was a recruiter for McGladrey, Hendrickson and Pullen and belonged to many professional organizations. Her life was dedicated to helping others, and she was very proud of all of her students.
Jean's family felt honored to care for her and would like to give special thanks to Carlos Polit, Wayne Bertelsen Jr., Katherine Polit, Matthew Polit, Judy Polit, Richard Sztajer, Clark Stojan, Wendy Brees, Dee Nelson, Travis and Jerica Ortberg and family, Arthur Winstein, Jeanine Howard, Mary Garcia, Shannon Fry, Krissy Zechmann, Chaplin Don Johnston, Dr. Mark Hermanson, Dr. Rodney Short, Jason Dunnett, Beverly Lam, Home In Stead Senior Care, Beacon of Hope Hospice and Alternatives for the Older Adult for making Jean's life one of fun, laughter and a celebration in the Holy Spirit.
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As well as improving and speeding up drug development, the move could prevent the suffering and death of many thousands of laboratory animals.
One goal of the US programme is to simulate a whole human body by linking together 10 different organ chips. Each "organ" will be about the size of a computer memory stick. The clear plastic chips contain tiny hollow channels lined with living human cells.
A separate arm of the five-year project will develop a "microbrain bioreactor", seeded with human neurons, to mimic the biology of the human brain. The devices will be used to identify, develop and test novel drugs to treat a host of different diseases. Currently, much of this work is done by experimenting on animals, usually mice or rats.
But although there are many biological and genetic similarities between a rodent and a human, there are crucial differences too. In some cases, adverse reactions or side effects only become apparent during patient trials - or even when a drug is marketed.
The "Tissue Chip for Drug Testing" programme, worth 70 million dollars (£45 million), is being funded by three giant US agencies, the National Institutes of Health, the Food and Drugs Administration and the Defence Advanced Research Projects Agency.
Scientists at the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard University will focus on the multi-organ chip device. Colleagues at Vanderbilt University in Nashville are working on the microbrain bioreactor, which like the organ chip will contain human cells.
The brain is an especially difficult target for drug development because it puts up multiple natural barriers to potentially toxic molecules.
Professor John Wilkswo, director of the Vanderbilt Institute for Integrative Biosystems Research and Education, said: "Given the differences in cellular biology in the brains of rodents and humans, development of a brain model that contains neurons and all three barriers between blood, brain and cerebral spinal fluid, using entirely human cells will represent a fundamental advance in and of itself."
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Franks POV
I climbed over the gate and I walked around to the back of the house in search of the traumatised teenager who may very be freezing to death. I called his name many times but I received no answer. Just the pounds of rain against the ground. He could be anywhere really but for som reason I thought he would be here. I hoped to God he was really because I had no other ideas of where he could be. Not at his apartment with that selfish idiot of a brother. Okay, maybe that was a little harsh as Gerard has been through more than enough shit and really was just lonely. I'm sure he has no social life but that doesn't exactly make it okay to forgive him straight away. Does it?!
I notice a broken window leading into the kitchen. I didn't like the thought of going in but Mikey was possibly in there. I climbed through into a desolated kitchen attached to a small dinning area. I notice blood stains on the wall. I really didn't want to explore this horror house anymore. But then I heard muffled sobs coming from upstairs.
I rushed up stairs and then slowed down coming towards the door left ajar leading to Mikey presume. I was getting really creeped out being in here. It's like I could feel the bitter and hateful atmosphere in the rooms surrounded by walls painted with blood and peeling wallpaper. The house was only for sale a day or two ago so it hadn't been cleaned up yet.
I knocked on the door waiting for a response but only receiving a small gasp and the abrupt stop of the tears.
"Mikey? It's only me. Are you okay?" I ask softly, imagining how he must feel right now.
And that's what hits me the hardest. The fact that he thinks he is hopeless. Because he means so much to me. And, despite his earlier behaviour, Gerard. He thinks that he has no point in life. But he does. I need him. Because... well I love him. He just needs to be told and not just given temporary uplifting compliments by Gerard and a million hurtful insults by the rest of the world. But not me because I'm going to tell him I love him. In a non-friend way. In a boyfriend way. And hope he doesn't completely break down infront of me after thinking I was kissing Gerard.
After no response, I slowly open the door, revealing an empty, cold room containing the lost and broken fragments of a beautiful kid.
I can't even say anything. My breath is taken away as he sits there, curled up in a sobbing mess, drenched and frozen. He really has just died and gone to Hell on the inside.
I walk over to him and hug his cold, skinny form, life threatening tight.
"Mikes, I promise you I will keep you safe. You know why? Because I love you more than I love anything in this godamned world. If only you could see it. See that you are so beautiful, so thoughtful, so innocent, just so everything a world needs for a person still have faith in it. I would never let you go. I love you so fucking much Mikey and so does Gerard but may have seemed he really only wanted me but I can assure you I only want you. He was just confused and upset and really lonely. None of those things to be blamed on you whatever you think. You just need to understand that if you think you really don't have a purpose on earth then I must have no purpose. Because I want you to be mine and me to be yours. Please just trust me enough to keep going because as I can see right now, you have fallen apart and have no thoughts on putting yourself together again.". I say desperately in one breath not realising I have tears flowing from my eyes.
He looks up at me with confused and lost eyes. But it's the next action I thought he was beginning to believe me. He snuggled into me for warmth and comfort. Yet I was proved wrong when he asked
"Then how come Gerard isn't here to explain if he cares so much?". He whispered it do quietly. It pained me to think he was afraid to be heard in this house.
How am I supposed to explain that Gerard is feeling sorry for himself and is being selfish while crying out for Mikey at the same time?! I can't.
I sigh and say
"He knows I wanted to tell you how much I love you because he knows you really need to hear it from someone else to help you believe it."
I pull him tighter and he sinks into me more relaxed. Maybe this is a turning point.
"How about we head to my house now and settle down until Gerard is ready to explain?" I suggest. He nods in agreement.
"How come you came out here?" I ask wondering why he would go to a house with so much horrible stories.
"Because I thought Gerard might rescue me like he used to when I was upset. But then you came instead." He replied as I notices his face light up ever so slightly towards the end. Yet it's so heart breakingly painful to hear him say he wanted Gerard to rescue him like he knows Gerard can make it better but Gerard was the one to cause this mess.
I pick him up and bring him outside his door to let him stand. We walked through the house and I watched him shudder everytime we would pass a dent in the wall or see broken glass on the floor. No doubt he was involved in it. We climbed through the window again and I gave him the jacket I brought him as he was freezing and it was Still pelting down hailstones. We got into my car and I drive to my house to get him warm, fed and rested. Three things he has been without for days now.
We open the front door letting him step in. I close the door behind me and turn to see my mother coming from the kitchen with an expression changing quickly from cheery to shock.
"What happened? Are you two alright darlings?" She asked in the most motherly way possible and I'm glad she was here because she was the closest thing Mikey had to a mother in his whole life.
"Yeah." I reply with a small smile. "We will be. It's a long story." She looks at me giving us a sympathetic smile. I loved her. She always let me explain things in my own time. And I loved Mikey. He always made me smile in the end.
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Record-Breaking Snowfall Around Nation's Capital
The National Weather Service says a winter storm is breaking snowfall records around the nation's capital.
Maryland Sees New Snowfall Saturday
Maryland caps off a wild week of winter weather with yet another round of snow.
Nation's Capital Region Shuts Down After Snowfall
The nation's capital and surrounding area shut down Thursday as snow blanketed the region, dumping nearly 9 inches in Washington and more than 2 feet in one part of Baltimore County.
WEATHER BLOG: Bitter Cold Air Heading Back To Md.
The next surge of bitterly cold air is just a few hours away from arriving in central Maryland.
Snowfall Breaks Records At BWI
The National Weather Service says snowfall records have been broken at the three airports in the region and there are reports of up to 11 inches of snowfall in some parts of the mid-Atlantic region.
Winter Weather, Cold Temperatures On The Way For Md.
Maryland could see the first snowfall of 2014 with accumulations between two and four inches in the Baltimore area.
Bundle Up! Maryland Could See First Snowfall And Cold Snap Of 2014
Maryland could see the first snowfall of 2014. It's also going to be brutally cold over the next few days.
WEATHER BLOG: Snowfall Recap
For many of the mid-Atlantic states, especially Maryland, Delaware and northern Va., Tuesday marked our second disruptive snowfall in just three days.
Western Maryland Marks First Full Week Of Spring With Snow
The first full week of spring didn't stop western Maryland from getting several inches of snow.
A Wild Winter Means Padded Pocketbooks
When vehicles slid off roads in a surprise Christmas Eve snowfall, traffic snarled, making for upset motorists and many calls for tow trucks. Heavy snow is big business for many enterprises, and a winter without a lot of the white stuff, such as in early 2012, can be a bummer for business owners.
State Highway Administration Keeps Close Eye On Wet Roads
The snow came and went! Saturday morning, the snowfall left a blanket of snow, making for wet roads.
Marylanders Stunned By Unseasonable Snowfall
Across the state, any signs of fall are completely trumped by signs of winter, even though it's nearly two months away.


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CAFFE VENEZIA Caffe Venezia, on University Avenue at Grant Street, will close before this summer after 33 years of operation in Berkeley. Owners Jeff Wizig and Roger Feuer are retiring and selling the business, the restaurant's manager said. A new owner plans to open a restaurant in the space eventually, but the lid is on precisely what it will be. Caffe Venezia, with its charming Venice street scene interior décor — fountains, balconies and washing lines included — has been a much-loved fixture on the local dining scene for generations of Berkeley families. Caffe Venezia's founder, John Solomon, was the inspiration behind the "How Berkeley Can You Be Parade" that marched along University once a year for 13 years, until it was canceled in 2009. Berkeleyside Nosh will have a fuller report looking at the history of the restaurant and its place in city life soon. [Hat-tip: James Carr] … Continue reading »
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Get some us-time: This is the super important couple equivalent of the classic me-time. If you live with your in-laws and/or extended family, make it a point to send them or yourself packing every now and then. As for your li'l ones, dropping them off at a close relative's/friend's place every once in a while, and going on a date as you used to during your pre-baby days isn't too bad an idea. Your close ones will take good care of your kids too, you know.


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J.J. Abrams Thinks 'Apes' Director Rupert Wyatt Would Be Perfect For 'Star Trek 3′
Last month, we first heard the rumor that 'Rise of the Planet of the Apes' director Rupert Wyatt was being considered to direct 'Star Trek 3.' And then ... silence. Unlike the quickly shot-down Jon M. Chu rumors, this one was allowed to linger, lending the news a bit more credibility. Now, former 'Star Trek' director (and current 'Star Wars: Episode 7' director) J.J. Abrams has been asked about Wyatt's involvement and the response is typical Abrams.