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Held on 30th of April 2016, Chindia TMT Dialogue Conference which was organized by EVC Ventures in collaboration with ZD Investment & Consultancy, opened up new business opportunities between India and China. The vision of the summit was to promote cross-border entrepreneurial synergy and help fill the gaps that exist in the China-India Internet industry through cooperative efforts.
As an event partner, iamwire got in touch with Anjli Jain, Managing Partner, EVC to develop a better understanding about what investors think about the growing Indian startup hub. Below are the excerpts of the interaction:
How's it going? How has been your experience in this industry till date?
It's going great. I am really excited as we have made a few major announcements, especially about Milkbasket which we have recently funded. Such events hold a lot of importance as they help build up crucial dialogues between entrepreneurs and investors.
EVC could actually be hailed one of the forerunners of the Indian startup ecosystem. I came here in 2006, and around that time, the ecosystem was only in its embryonic stage. Gurgaon was not like the way it exists today. Our country was struck by a strong entrepreneurial wave that ignited a passion for innovation in young minds, and encouraged people to take risks, something they had never seen their parents do. To support that interest, they needed a foundation, someone they can go to for guidance and create a corporate structure. And EVC did that by providing them with intellectual capital.
What is your take on the Indian startup ecosystem?
I am very optimistic and positive about the rising startup ecosystem in India. I thinks it's a very niche currently. We have a humungous, and probably the largest intellectual capital sitting here- educated and potentially creative. Also, because of the recession in other parts of the world, e.g. the US, we have people who have come back, forming another extremely important layer in the intellectual capital.
Interesting startups are coming up now. Many even seem similar to the ones I had seen in the US in the late 90s. And then you have more people like me who with their experience are keen on putting money in innovative businesses. Moreover, the market is receptive and there's a lot of support from the government as well coming up.
I would also like to add that events like these could be instrumental in accelerating the growth of the Indian startup ecosystem as they work towards encouraging foreign players to help build a collaborative industry. I think, we should be looking towards opportunities of collaborating similar technologies in similar environments to make businesses more efficient and agile.
What is the size of your fund? What kind of startups are you looking to invest in?
We have created a fund of $50 Million, and it is exclusively for Indian startups.
We are focused primarily on AI driven companies who are capitalizing on data. A lot of them on my table are actually Chatbot based.
Then we are interested in companies which enables integration of businesses, for example mobile wallets, payment gateways etc. Paytm kind-of opened up this area.
And the third segment which holds our interest is Ed-tech, not exactly e-learning, but the ones which capitalize on students.
What are the three things that you look at before investing in a startup?
The three things I look at before putting money in a startup would be
- Passion– that pulse in the founding team which generally comes with experience.
- Business model– that is potential of generating profit. It's the seed of a business. It does not happen automatically. Therefore, before investing, I make sure that I learn how these guys are going to make money.
- The fundamental mentality of building a business– I see, if the startup is capable of being adaptive and responsive to feedbacks or not. I believe, startups should be responsive, not reactive to the market dictates.
On a funny side, what was the most ridiculous business model that you have come across?
I don't think I would call any of them 'ridiculous', for that's very harsh. You do not say that to people. I might have myself sounded ridiculous to someone in my first venture. (Laughs)
Rather than calling someone's efforts ridiculous, I would say "May be you should try this way or that way". As a VC, I have to be more open minded, and welcome new ideas no matter how weird they sound. My job is to help startup founders better their ideas. Facebook sounded ridiculous to someone once, and now see where it stands.
What are your tips to startups for scaling-up?
Don't say yes to everything because saying yes to everything is the recipe for failure.
Stay focused. Scalability sometimes happens not because you say yes to everything but because you stay focused and develop an understanding of your niche, and start working towards validating it. That's the beauty about India, there's enough of a playground- locality and hyperlocality. You just need to find where to pivot.
Disclosure: iamwire is an Event Partner in Chindia2016 TMT Dialogue


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Exchange Facilitator Law Goes Into Effect
Article from the July issue of the Rental Housing Association's Update Magazine
(l-r) Senator Jean Berkey, Phil Brady, Dennis Helmick, Richard Dance, Governor Christine Gregorie, Mary Foster, Amy Gustin, Representative Troy Kelley, and Marc Gjurasic at signing ceremony.
Washington State passed a new law governing qualified intermediary (QI) businesses. The Washington State law requires exchange companies to preserve the principal and the liquidity of exchange funds.
The law requires the exchange company to make sure that every exchange dollar is intact and is available when needed for the exchange.
While the law is helpful, the exchange company customer can and should take steps to protect their exchange funds.
There are two primary risks to the exchange dollars: Risk that the facilitator company may fail (the Bankruptcy Risk) and Risk that the investment may sustain a loss (the Investment Risk)", according to Dennis Helmick.
Exchange Facilitator Corporation recommends that exchange customers take the following precautions to protect against the bankruptcy and investment risks:
To protect against the Bankruptcy risk:
Require that your exchange funds are placed in a separate qualified escrow or qualified trust account with three signatures required to move your money: The signature of the exchange company, the signature of the escrow agent or trustee signature, and your signature.
To protect your money against Investment risk in the current environment:
Require that the escrow agent or trust place your exchange funds in a separate demand deposit account fully protected by the FDIC.
FDIC insurance is limited to $250,000.
On all exchange funds over $250.000, it is important to require that the escrow agent or trustee buy a Treasury Bill (T-Bill)or place the exchange funds in a Treasury Only Money Market Fund.
A T-Bill is backed by the full faith and Credit of the United States Government. The disadvantage of a T-bill is that it has a specific maturity date. It is important that the maturity date selected match the date when funds are needed. If a T-Bill is required to be cashed out prior to its maturity, there may be a principal loss.
Another alternative, that does not have the maturity date issue, is to place the exchange funds in excess of $250,000 in a Treasury Only Money Market Fund. While your shares in the fund are not directly backed by the Full Faith and Credit of the United States Government, these funds only invest in U.S. Treasury obligations which are backed by the Full Faith and Credit of the United States Government.
The advantage of the Treasury Only Money Market Fund is that funds are available on a on demand basis.
Every exchange at Exchange Facilitator is set up as a qualified escrow with the first $250,000 invested in a fully FDIC insured account with the balance placed in either a T-Bill for accounts over $2,500,000 or in a Treasury Only Money Market Fund for accounts under $2,500,000.
"Interest on safe investments in these low-interest times is minimal. But remember, Return of Principal is now far more important, than the Return on Principal," according to Dennis Helmick.

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This Ministry Is Devoted To Nurturing The Broken!
This Ministry Is Devoted To Nurturing The Broken! Because We all Need Love.
Christians are called to LOVE one another, LOVE GOD & LOVE our neighbour as ourselves. Love encompasses NURTURING, TENDING, COMFORTING, CARING & GIVING, just to name a few attributes. A baby has no inhibitions and is Comfortable when he/she is fed well and changed and has plenty of sleep. Peoples problems develop as they grow up. So every day, we need nurturing. Tell the Lord each day, that you are LOVED......
Mark 12:30-31
"And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength.' This is the first commandment. And the second, like it, is this: 'You shall love your neighbor as yourself.' There is no other commandment greater than these."
We are David & Christine Hall born in England and are so pleased to be 'children of the living God' as we have been adopted into his family. It was not always that way though for Christine; during my early Childhood, I was a very vibrant young girl, but later got trapped into Guilt & Fear. So I really thank the good Lord that he set me free from....guilt, fear and suicidal thoughts.
The Lord Jesus Christ said in Luke 10:33-34 "But a certain Samaritan, as he journeyed, came where he was: and when he saw him, he had compassion on him, And went to him, and bound up his wounds, pouring in oil and wine, and set him on his own beast, and brought him to an inn, and took care of him..."
As children of the Lord Jesus Christ we need to hear HIS VOICE. In the early hours of Sunday/Monday 2nd October 2016 I had a word from the Lord, where he told me that HIS sheep/children in his church need to be NURTURED. This was an amazing revelation to me and I quickly shared this with my husband David and we felt it was so important that we decided there and then to set up NURTURE MINISTRIES a section of RESTORATION END TIMES MINISTRIES.
The Lord placed it on my heart that Nurture needs to start within the hub of the church which is the family. Couples and their children have become so distant from each other in these modern times, with so much going on with electronic games, phones, tablets and laptops. Social networks have taken over and yet they are anything but Social, they are stealing family time and connection with each other. We now hear expressions such as 'Man cave' 'Kids Den' and so on, this is exactly how Satan divides families, thus causing disconnected families
The major problem is that many people have not been shown REAL LOVE and therefore do not know how to show it to others. So many people are now from broken homes and what they really crave is love, acceptance and dignity. All of their brokenness comes from REJECTION of some type when they were Young Kids.
Consequently many people cannot deal with LOVE as it is mostly linked with Romantic or Erotic love, therefore it can easily be thrown away, as it is not enduring like the REAL LOVE of the Lord Jesus Christ. Agape love is not about Sex, but about giving our life and devotion to the other person, especially our marriage partner. Spiritual Agape LOVE is the LOVE from God as he is LOVE.
Ephesians 6:4
"And, you fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord"
This is saying, we all need Nurturing.
John 21:15-17
"do you love Me more than these?"
He said to Him, "Yes, Lord; You know that I love You."
He said to him, "Feed My lambs."
16 He said to him again a second time, "Simon, son of Jonah, do you love Me?"
He said to Him, "Yes, Lord; You know that I love You."
He said to him, "Tend My sheep."
Tending the sheep is caring and loving them
Many people live in fear & guilt and may even feel suicidal. We are here to tell you, that you do not have to feel that way, as Jesus loves all those who are broken hearted.


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Search Results for "Two Extra Inning Home Runs in a Game by One Player"
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September 29, 1943
|Vern Stephens becomes the first player to hit two extra-inning home runs in the same game. The Browns shortstop puts St. Louis ahead with a solo shot in the 11th, and after the Red Sox tie the score in the bottom of the frame he goes deep again in the 13th with the eventual winning run in the team's 4-3 victory at Fenway Park.
June 14, 1963
|At Cleveland Stadium, Willie Kirkland becomes just the second major leaguer, joining Vern Stephens, to hit two extra-inning home runs in the same game. The Indian outfielder's 11th inning round-tripper ties the game at two runs apiece, and his homer in the 19th results in a 3-2 walk-off victory over Washington, extending the Senators' losing streak to ten games.
August 12, 1966
|In a game which featured a total of 11 home runs, the Reds' Art Shamsky, who came in as a defensive replacement, hits three round-trippers in a 14-11, 13-inning loss to the Pirates at Crosley Field. Cincinnati's new left fielder's eighth-inning home run put the team ahead, and his 10th and 11th inning shots, equaling the major league mark for four-baggers hit in extra innings, tied the game.
May 17, 1971
|With his walk-off homer, Ralph Garr ties a major league record for the most round-trippers in extra innings when he goes deep in the 10th and 12th frames in the Braves' 4-3 victory over New York. The Atlanta left-fielder called the 'Road Runner' by his teammates, is the fourth player to accomplish the feat and the first to do so since 1966, when Art Shamsky went yard in the 10th and 11th in a losing cause for the Reds at Crosley Field.
May 28, 1987
|Mike Young becomes only the fifth major leaguer to hit two extra-inning home runs in the same game when he goes deep in the 10th and 12th frames. The Orioles DH's second overtime round-tripper gives the Birds an 8-7 walk-off victory over the Halos at Memorial Stadium.
June 4, 2013
|After tying the game in the tenth inning with a home run off Steve Cishek, John Mayberry Jr. hits his first career bases-full round-tripper with two outs in the bottom of the 11th to give the Phillies a 7-3 walk-off victory over Miami at Citizens Bank Park. The Philadelphia outfielder, who entered the contest in the seventh frame as a pinch hitter, ties a major league record shared by five other players for the most round-trippers hit in extra innings in one game.
September 4, 2013
|Matt Adams becomes the seventh major leaguer to hit two home runs in extra innings of the same game, when he goes deep twice in the Cardinals' 5-4 victory over Cincinnati. The Cardinal first baseman, who entered the game in the fourth inning, hits solo homers in the top of the 14th and 16th frames, with his second blast proving to be the difference in the Great American Ball Park contest.
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Wednesday, July 22, 2009
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That does sound amazing....mmmmmmm...I love a pitted date, with an almond slid inside and some salt on it.ReplyDelete
Again sounds strange but is heavenly.
That sounds delish! Our neighbor has bee hives and brings us a jar of his honey each year. It's just divine. It makes me never want to buy grocery store honey again.ReplyDelete
We bought several types of honey when we visited New England a couple of years ago, and gave some of them as gifts. Of course we kept some, too! They had things such as orange honey, blueberry honey, etc. All very yummy.ReplyDelete
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I really just stopped by to say that I just started reading The Fixer, which is your pick too for the Double Dipper book in the Sunshine Smackdown. Have you started it yet?
I picked it because it didn't appeal to me so I thought if I set some kind of deadline, I would actually read it. I am totally sucked in! Even though I know it is going to end in tears, Malamud is such a great writer, I am completely absorbed by the story.


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France and the French love their soccer. The country has always produced great talent with the likes of Michel Platini, Jean-Pierre Papin, Didier Deschamps, Zinedine Zidane and Thierry Henry all regaling us with their skills on the pitch.
The French league is a hotbed of young talent, but many players are exported to the more lucrative leagues such as the English Premiership, the SerieA in Italy or La Liga is Spain. Some of the best Frenchmen are game changers and you can win a pretty penny by betting on the number of goals they might score in a match on sites such as Betway sports, which is an affiliate of Betway casino where you can play slots or live poker and much more.
There are a multitude of options available to bet on with great odds being offered when you try to guess which players will score and how many goals they will bag in a game. French players rarely disappoint and you can always get a good return if you wager on them.
They seem to take to foreign leagues very easily and rarely seem to suffer from homesickness and tend to adapt to the leagues' pace very quickly, which is why they become firm fan favorites and tend to also be form players that seem to manage to hit top gear with ease and continue to play well for the rest of the season.
This is why French strikers, in particular, are a good bet. Once they start scoring, they seem to hit a rich vein of form that enables them to score at will. When you place bets on soccer matches, you are not limited to scorers or goals though, there are plenty of options available to you such as half time and full time scores, number of corners, number of goals, fouls, total goals, first team to score and many more. While the big leagues are popular to bet on, you can also bet on games in Ligue 1 in France.


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The future of the iconic Portrush railway clock is still uncertain as the council consider where best to relocate the historic timepiece.
A plan was put forward to the Causeway Coast and Glens Council for the clock to be relocated to the Bann Gallery at council headquarters at Cloonavin, Coleraine.
However, some councillors expressed concerns that the Bann Gallery was not the best place to put the historic clock, and further options are now to be explored.
UUP Councillor Norman Hillis said: "Obviously the best place for the railway clock is the railway station but we are probably not in a position to do that at the moment.
"I think there was some discussion some time back that one of the possibilitie,s if we are to get the funds, is that the old railway station might be possibly brought back into use. The key word there is possibly. It is hard to say whether it will or not, but if it did come back into use then obviously that would be the place for it.
"I see the recommendation we have here. I think currently it is residing in a garage which is a bit unfortunate for something of considerable historic significance and memories to do with Portrush.
"It was on display in the railway station for years and years and it was in Barry's for some years, but I think they have put a new ride in so there is no room anymore.
"Whilst I would much prefer the clock to be in Portrush railway station as a live, operating station, I would propose that we accept the recommendation on a temporary basis. It is better to have it on display than sitting in storage."
DUP Councillor Frank Campbell had a different view, he said: "I actually think it would be better here than anywhere."
Mayor, SDLP councillor Maura Hickey added: "Certainly I would agree with Alderman Hillis that the station would be the right place for it, but I am not convinced about Cloonavin. I think the clock would be much more fitting to somewhere older. I think that the Bann Gallery is a very modern, very open, and it is kind of the wrong era for it. Have we explored the town halls?
"I don't think it is the right space for it. I just can't see how it will fit into the Bann Gallery," she said.
The DUP's George Duddy, who chaired the meeting, said: "I wouldn't disagree with you that the Bann Gallery is not the right place. Logistically it might be more difficult. It might be a case for our council officers to take a few measurements for us."
The Mayor added: "I am worried that it might detract from the Bann Gallery rather than add to it."
Sinn Féin Councillor Cara McShane joked: "We shouldn't get wound up over it." She added: "If it was in Barry's amusements before I think maybe anything goes. I think it is a pleasure and a privilege for us to have it."
Councillors agreed that further options should be explored before making any decision is made.


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Two week later he approached us once again and made us clear that he is truly willing to join tattoo training courses. He is working with a MNC in Gurgaon, and had only Saturday and Sunday to join tattoo making classes.
|Suraj during Tattoo Learning with other students
Like most of the working students we attend, he managed to submit his tattoo course fee from his own monthly salary savings, and managed attending classes at every possible day from his busy city life.
Since Suraj was able to attend classes only 2 days a week, our team extended full cooperation and didn't fixed any time line for him to complete the tattoo training.
We found him an energetic person with good team spirit who was always ready to help other students to speedup their learning.
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On the occasion of the 69th World Health Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) called on world leaders on Saturday to commit to concrete steps to advance universal health coverage (UHC), which ensures everyone everywhere can access essential quality health services without facing financial hardship by 2030.
This year, World Health Day is dedicated to one of WHO's founding principles: "The enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health is one of the fundamental rights of every human being without distinction of race, religion, political belief, economic or social condition."
WHO statistics show that at least half the world's people today don't receive the essential health services they need.
About 100 million people are being pushed into extreme poverty of less than 1.90 US dollars a day as a result of payments for health services, WHO figures revealed.
Over 800 million people, almost 12 percent of the world's population, spend at least 10 percent of their household budgets on health expenses for themselves, a sick child or other family members.
Meanwhile, the global "health economy" is growing faster than the global economy. In 2015, the world spent 7.3 trillion US dollars on health, representing close to 10 percent of global GDP. Between 2000 and 2015, the annual growth rate in health expenditure was four percent, while the economic growth rate was 2.8 percent.
Domestic public financing is the predominant source to achieve universal health coverage. In high-income countries, government domestic funding as a share of current health expenditure rose from 66 to 70 percent, and in middle-income countries, it rose from 48 to 51 percent. However, in low-income countries, the share declined, from 30 to 22 percent.
Universal health coverage (UHC), according to the WHO, means that all individuals and communities receive the health services they need without suffering financial hardship. It includes the full spectrum of essential, quality health services, from health promotion to prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and palliative care.
However, UHC does not mean free coverage for all possible health interventions, regardless of the cost, as no country can provide all services free of charge on a sustainable basis.
It's also not just about health financing but encompasses all components of the health system: health service delivery systems, the health workforce, health facilities and communications networks, health technologies, information systems, quality assurance mechanisms, and governance and legislation.
The WHO said that universal health coverage is not only about ensuring a minimum package of health services, but also about ensuring a progressive expansion of coverage of health services and financial protection as more resources become available.
"Ultimately, universal health coverage is a political choice. It takes vision, courage, and long-term thinking," said WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. "It is the responsibility of every country and national government to pursue it."


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The January 2011 issue of the IBMA's newsletter International Bluegrass has an augmented section of European news, including many items selected from the European Bluegrass Blog and special announcements from the EBMA board of directors on the future of Bluegrass Europe, the new EBMA affiliate membership structure, and the development of a European Festival Network.
Major features in this issue include the lead article on Bluegrass Nation, IBMA's first-ever initiative to harness the power of digital media and social networking. Fully integrated into a comprehensive redesign of IBMA's web site, Bluegrass Nation will be a community and a platform for news, information sharing, promotion, education, and all kinds of media.
Among many other items, Nick Barr & Nancy Cardwell explore the question 'How will you celebrate the Bill Monroe centennial?'. View the whole issue here, where the newsletter can also be downloaded in PDF format.
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A couple of us here at the office have a confession. We used to keep pillows in a filing cabinet. Every few months when one of us would get really drowsy, he or she would tiptoe behind a partition and take a weensy nap.
This stopped after awhile when the snoring got out of hand. A shame, because a new book says it's a really good thing to doze off on the job for a few minutes each day. That is, unless you drive a forklift or test airplanes for a living.
The book is called Take a Nap! Change Your Life! And it's not even written by someone from Mexico or Spain, where a siesta – a brief midday repose – is an everyday institution. No, an American wrote it, and her publisher, Workman Publishing of New York, thought so much of it that this otherwise no-nonsense place of business gave all its employees the OK to take a short, daily snooze.
The author, Sara Mednick (a research scientist at a biological institute in California) maintains that a brief nap revs up our energy level, increases productivity, and, somehow, even helps us lose weight.
The New Yorker magazine sent someone across town to talk to Workman's nappers. Some reported no increase in output, but said the catnap sure helped their mood. One woman puts on a sleep mask and catches forty winks in a closet. Someone else said he has blocked the view of his workspace so his boss won't catch him NOT napping!
Despite all this good napping news, we haven't brought our pillows back just yet. There's that snoring business. And even if the boss would approve, we're afraid that on one of those muggy days in Washington, we might nod off for an hour. Or two. Or all afternoon. We wouldn't get a lick of work done. Of course, refreshed and cheery and a tad thinner, we could head off after work for a drink and a toast to author Sara Mednick!


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Aeronautical engineers, airlines and in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFE&C) suppliers descended on Boeing's Future of Flight museum last week to better understand airborne connectivity - and plan strategies for exploiting a technology which is grabbing headlines globally and offering a promising route to passengers' wallets.
This "meeting of the minds" by World Airline Entertainment Association (WAEA) members in Everett, Washington, highlighted the intense focus now being placed on passenger communications in the in-flight entertainment sector.
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Demand is growing for Wi-Fi connectivity to be available in flight
But despite all the fervour, one serious question remains - how much money will customers actually pay, on an ongoing basis, for in-flight connectivity?
"No one argues that connectivity represents a huge growth market for the IFE niche of aviation," says industry consultant and former WAEA executive director, Richard Owen. "Several industry sources say that connectivity alone could represent half of the value of the IFE segment in the next few years. That is trans-formational."
Owen adds: "Whether that growth turns out to be 25%, 50% or 100%, it is enticing new entrants into the marketplace. But make no mistake - this is not all new money being spent by the airlines."
Expenditure down
IFE&C consultancy IMDC last month reported that IFE&C hardware expenditure - including connectivity - will be down 20% in 2009 and will take several years to return to 2008 levels.
"If you like to think strategically and enjoy matching up current and new industry partners, this is a fun time to be at the table," says Owen. "It's a high-stakes game in which a few will win big financially and a few others will lose their shirts. Many more will pick up incremental pieces of business, while others will exit the market.
"I would argue that for the rest of us, there will be some great marketplace lessons regarding how customers respond to connectivity pricing."
What is certain, however, is that airlines from Asia, Europe, the Middle East and North America are adopting in-flight connectivity systems with a fervour never seen before, despite a global economic slump that is gripping even the most traditionally profitable carriers.
A newfound expectation by passengers to be connected at all times, coupled with technological advances in in-flight connectivity - and airlines' desire to create new ancillary revenue streams - are driving interest in systems ranging from Inmarsat-supported mobile phone connectivity to full-blown high-speed internet over Ku-band satellites.
In the USA, where cellphone calls are prohibited in flight, carriers are signing on for Aircell's air-to-ground (ATG)-based in-flight Wi-Fi system, Gogo. Delta Air Lines alone believes it will have more than 500 aircraft equipped with Gogo by the end of next year, says Delta manager onboard media Mike Henny, who says people in the USA are so used to having Wi-Fi available wherever they go that they have started taking airborne connectivity for granted.
Another Gogo customer, American Airlines, agrees with Delta's assessment. American's IFE systems engineering manager, Erik Miller, predicts that, just like on the ground, Wi-Fi will become ubiquitous in-flight.
Connectivity offering
Airbus/SITA joint venture OnAir is equally enthusiastic about prospects for its in-flight mobile connectivity offering. Chief executive Benoit Debains says the company has secured 21 commercial customers, "plus five or six VIP private customers, which are not often announced".
By the end of the year, the company expects to have close to 80 aircraft equipped "and we should reach 100,000 flights", Debains says.
For IFE&C industry players, this is "the sweet spot", says David Bruner, vice-president, global communications services for Panasonic Avionics, which is offering airlines a Ku-band satellite-based connectivity system.


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Rain forests are found near the equator in areas where rain falls almost everyday. Rainforest trees tend to be very tall, forming a dense canopy about 50 meters high. Large animals live on the forest floor, and spiders and insects inhabit all levels. Monkeys, flying squirrels, bats and sloth live high in the canopy.
What has gone wrong, probably, is that we have failed to see ourselves as a part of a large and indivisible whole. For too long we have based our lives on a primitive feeling that our "God-given" role was to have "dominion over the fish of the sea and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that move upon the earth.
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PK believes that each child's social, emotional, cognitive, expressive and physical development should be enhanced and fostered each day.
Our program is play- and project-based and child-centered. Our curriculum emerges from the interests and natural curiosity of our children. Research shows that children learn best through play and access to a dynamic, enriching environment. Our goal at PK is to provide children with materials, activities and an inviting environment that will foster their growth in all areas of development and ensure their readiness for the next stage of life.
Spanish Language Component
PK is a dual language preschool, meaning that children are exposed to both English and Spanish. We value the importance of supporting each child's language development so that they form strong comprehension and speaking abilities in both English and Spanish.
Dual language differs from immersion in that dual language emphasizes exposure and development of two languages - in our case, English and Spanish.
Social Development
Children enter our program at various developmental stages. Some children have had previous exposure to a school environment while others are beginning to learn how to be in a setting with other students. Our teachers guide and model appropriate behavior to promote harmonious interactions. For example, when two students have a conflict, the teachers make sure to bend down to the children's level and involve each student in agreeing upon a solution. Necessary vocabulary and follow-up is provided by the teachers. Our staff works closely together to create a solid social/emotional base for each child to allow him/her to become successful in their future endeavors.
Emotional Development
Emotions are complicated. Our goal is to listen closely to children and to respond to and understand the emotions they are expressing so that we can provide them with the words and tools to process these emotions. Supporting each child's emotional development and enhancing his or her ability to productively address emotions is one of PK's primary goals.
Expressive Development
Expressive development occurs when children are provided ample opportunities to use language and other forms of expression like dance, dramatic play, music and art to share their thoughts and feelings. We encourage children to use language and all forms of expression in a variety of individual and group activities throughout the day. For example, on children's artwork, the teachers help document their words to encourage verbal expression and early literacy exposure. We foster expression in every interaction by using and encouraging careful word choice and reflective listening skills.
Cognitive Development
Children are natural learners who access whatever resources they are given to help them understand the world that surrounds them. Allowing children to learn through play, exploration, and problem solving harnesses their natural instincts and captures the power of their innate curiosity. By carefully constructing a rich, dynamic environment with ample opportunities for discovery and exploration, we are providing children with the building blocks to construct their own knowledge. The role of our teachers is to enhance these experiences by providing thoughtful guidance and support.
At PK, we feel that it is important to allow children to explore their world independently as well as to learn with/from their peers. Our rich learning environments and child-focused curriculum, allows students to not only observe and understand their surroundings, but also to find companions that complement or drive them to look at their environment in new ways. The staff puts much thought into which materials they provide for our students to ensure that each child's individual needs/interests are met.
Physical Development
Children need many opportunities each day to develop both fine and gross motor skills. Our program provides these opportunities through a balance of indoor and outdoor play, self-directed play, teacher-directed activities and ample physical experiences on and off campus.


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So, 2014 is underway. Time to layout the plan for this year.
As of right now, I am still shopping my manuscript for Under the Darkened Moon around. Been a little lazy about it, and will keep chugging away. Nothing's changing on this front.
I now have 3 short stories that, I think, and so does my focus group, are ready to go out into the world. These will be submitted to various contests and publications throughout 2014 to see if they can garner any attention.
Hopefully one or more of them will be noticed and published. If not, I plan on releasing them in various formats for download. Plans are right now that they will be free, in preparation for what might be the need to self-publish my manuscript at some point in the furture.
I'll keep everyone appraised of my progress on these plans as the year unfolds. Wish me luck!
Yesterday, something wonderful happened. I completed the manuscript for Under the Darkened Moon.
It's been a wonderful journey, considering that it is the first novel I have been able to completed in darn near twenty years of attempting to write a novel. I've gone through a whole range of emotions from joy (at having done it), to sorrow (at realizing my characters, my children, are all grown up), to fear (at realizing that now the hard part begins as I search for an agent and publisher).
The whole experience of writing this story began last year on July 18th and has spanned, officially, 517 days (44,668,800 seconds) of my life. It's hard to believe, but I've spent over 2,000 hours either directly working on this story or thinking about it. That's a lot of time.
I see a lot of authors (generally those who are self-publishing) dismiss bad reviews of their books. Google the topic and there is no end to the number of budding authors explaining why they don't care if someone gives their book a bad review. Or, even worse, why they don't even read what other people say about their book.
Well, I say that's a bad attitude. I think it is a dangerous stance to take where you choose to shelter yourself from criticism. This is especially true, I believe, for indy, self-published authors. I think you SHOULD care about bad reviews.
Look, unless you are Stephen King or J.K. Rowling, and going to sell books no matter what you write, then not caring about criticism only hurts you. Face it, only once you are at a point in your career where you actually don't have to worry about the critics, because you've proven yourself as someone who knows how to write and sell books, should you even remotely consider no longer worrying about the critics. Frankly, most my fellow authors out there whom I have seen state they don't care about their critics are not at this point in their careers yet. In fact, most of them are FAR, FAR, FAR from that point. (more…)
Every day I get asked the same question, "Why are you still editing that novel of yours?"
I don't think the answer is that complicated. I simply want to produce a quality story in the end. And, while I and others who have read Under the Darkened Moon think that the story is good, I personally don't think it is good enough quite yet. Although, I do think it is quickly getting there.
For me, there is no rush. I've been writing off and on for over twenty years. My very first novel, which I started back in high school, had three years invested into it and never got even half way done. For Under the Darkened Moon, I opened the file (started writing the story) on June 18th of last year. It is now October, nearly November a year later. I could have pushed this work out there six months ago, at least according to some opinions, but certainly not my own. As one person in my review group said, "It's already better than 95% of what is self-published on Amazon and other sites like that." (more…)
Last month, as you all know, I wrote about my thoughts concering Harper Voyager opening itself up for direct submissions until October 14th. I could have easily hit that deadline and had Under the Darkened Moon edited and formatted. And for a few weeks I was seriously contemplating doing just that and submitting my novel for consideration.
However, after much thought, I have decided not to take advantage of the opportunity. Yes, even thought his opportunity may not come around again to directly submit to Harper Voyager. Some people might think that it is foolish for me pass up any opportunity. But, as I have learned in my life, just because opportunities present themselves does not mean all should be jumped at. I've had my fair share of opportunities that I took simply because they were opportunities and have been left holding the proverbial bag. (more…)
A friend of mine, who adores my current WIP (Under the Darkened Moon) asked me, "So, when are you publishing?"
I don't know, I said, probably once I find an agent and they find me a publisher.
The Fantasy-Faction Anthology has begun releasing it's long list of 30 stories from which the six for publication will be selected. The anthology received about 1,700 submissions.
The first five titles for consideration were released yesterday, and over this week the remaining 25 will also be announced. And no, my submission Second Chances did not make the cut as of yet. With so many submissions, the odds were never really in my favor, but I thought I would try anyway.
So far, the fist five titles on the long list are:
You Have Only One Chance by Vasso Christou
Winter Unicorn by Rose Taylor
Alderwood Bodies by Steve Erdal
Ninety-nine Macaws by Leslianne Wilder
The Dealer by Miah Saunders
It was kind of exciting when I heard that Harper Voyager was opening itself up for direct submissions for its e-book publishing department. Harper Voyager, the Sci-Fi & Fantasy imprint of HarperCollins, is looking for, according to its site, submissions to fill an apparently gaping void in publication schedules of ebooks.
"Currently, we are looking to acquire enough content to release a new Harper Voyager digital title each month," the company announced. How many months however is a mystery. It could be a year, two years, or a couple of months. No one knows how many books they are looking to acquire. Even so, expect Harper Voyager to get flooded by authors with big dreams when they open up the submission process on October 1st. The submission period ends October 14th.
However, my initial excitement has been kind of tempered since reading this. What follows are my thoughts as I have worked through whether or not Under the Darkened Moon, if polished in time, might in fact get submitted. (more…)
Ok, so I have been thinking about my "plan" for moving forward as I seek to get my work published. My wife and I are currently on Chapter 13 of the live read edit for Under the Darkened Moon, and I have given myself a deadline of the end of September to have it, and the edits that come from it, done. Boom, put it to bed. It will be, by that point, as polished as it is going to get without the cost of professional editing.*
I am going to start the process of querying literary agents at that point. I will be doing batches of 10 at a time and give each batch two or three weeks to reply before I send out the next round. Some agents, I realize, don't work that fast, but I figure it will give some nice overlap moving forward. Oh, and BTW, if you are a literary agent and would like to see my work before I start querying, then by all means drop me a line to get at the top of the list! I love it when people show initiative! It's a trait that I highly admire in people! (more…)
Writing contests are crap shoots. Just because you don't win doesn't mean your work sucks. First of all, the more entries there are, the stiffer your competition is. Your story can still be great but lose because others stories were simply greater.
There is also the problem of the specific tastes of the judges themselves. I don't care how unbiased they try to be, they still have their preferences to what they do and do not like. And if you're not what they like? Well, the odds are stacked against you even further. (more…)


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Expenses Of Moving Overseas
Are you about to move abroad? Have you considered how hard it is going to hit your purse?
When we consider moving overseas, it is not just about the job and the opportunities. it is also most definitely about how your finances will be affected.
It is important to check out information like the Mercer survey. this helps to calculate which cities are the most expensive in the world to live in. These surveys can give you accurate information and can help you compare costs of living. an important aspect you may want to take into account is how your quality of life will be affected when you move. a higher salary does not necessarily mean a better quality of life. it is not guaranteed that you will be better off.
When you first arrive in a country you may need to be able to pay for things such as rent, set up costs, deposits, a car and others. it is a good idea to have a good amount of emergency reserves of cash for unexpected costs that might arise.
When I made a move from Korea to the USA, I was very thankful that I did have emergency reserves of cash. I needed to buy a car, put a hefty rental deposit down, pay for motel costs for a couple of weeks, deposit cash in order to open a bank account among other things. There are many and often unaccounted for relocation costs that come into play when you move. it is in your best interests to be as prepared as possible.
The best way to get information is to do your homework. Go online and look at some sites, especially expatriate sites. a useful tool is to go to the FORUM boards and see what people have said about living in certain countries. you might even want to start your own forum discussion. Expats are very willing to share their experiences and knowledge.
Once you have gathered your information, the next step is to do your math. Brainstorm with friends about what factors you need to take into account so that you do not miss anything. Factor in education, housing costs, moving and/or storage costs, transport, clothing, household goods and so on.
Moving abroad can have a severe impact on your finances. you need to take this knowledge into account before your move and not afterwards! How prepared are you for your move?
The World ' s 10 Most Expensive Cities
Source: Mercer Human resource Consulting, 2018 Cost-of-Living Survey
2018 Ranking
1 Tokyo, Japan
2 Osaka, Japan
3 London, United Kingdom
4 Moscow, Russia
5 Seoul, South Korea
6 Geneva, Switzerland
7 Zurich, Switzerland
8 Copenhagen, Denmark
9 Hong Kong, Hong Kong
10 Oslo, Norway
3 things you need to be prepared for when you relocate
* No one understands you
* No one understands you
* No one understands you
Tip of the week
What is considered enough money when moving? Maybe just a little bit more than you planned on.
Quote of the week
"Beware of the little expenses; a small leak will sink a great ship." Benjamin Franklin.


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Engel Beltre, Michael Choice the two players the Rangers will watch closest this spring
SURPRISE, Ariz. — Over the next month of exhibitions, a pair of 24-year-old outfielders, born 10 days apart, are likely to lead the Rangers in at-bats.
And there the similarities end.
Engel Beltre, a left-handed hitting prodigy who has been in the system almost seven years, has to go a long way to lose a position. Arlington's Michael Choice, a right-handed hitter acquired less than seven months ago, has a long way to go to win one.
Why? In spending seven years in the minors and exhausting three options, Beltre remains something of an enigma to the Rangers. They aren't sure if he is a star about to blossom or raw-talent tease. And in three months since the Rangers acquired Choice, he's gone from potential backup outfielder to a possible right-handed DH since there aren't a whole lot of other attractive options.
"I hope Michael packs his neck pillow," manager Ron Washington said. "Because I bet he makes a lot of road trips. He's going to be playing every day. I want to get a good look at him, a very good look at him. Both of those guys are going to get a lot of at-bats."
It's understandable that Rangers field staff isn't exactly sure of what they have in Choice. They've yet to see him play regularly after acquiring him from Oakland for Craig Gentry in November. He took a handful of at-bats last September, including six against Texas. Those at-bats proved nothing.
At Triple-A Sacramento, though, Choice hit .308 against lefties with a .414 OBP last year. That can't be ignored. With no attractive solution against lefties other than to use the second catcher the Rangers want to see if Choice can handle lefties adequately.
Even if he does so in spring, and the first three scheduled Kansas City pitchers Thursday are lefties, the Rangers will still have a lot to consider. Namely: Will a part-time role as DH inhibit Choice's development?
If so, then the Rangers may have to turn to one of their catchers as a DH and carry Robinson Chirinos to give them extra insurance behind the plate. That would all but assure Choice of a trip to Triple-A Round Rock.
The simple answer to the solution would be this: If Choice outplays Beltre, he'd be the team's fourth outfielder, thus expanding his role.
If only things were that simple.
Choice has minor league options remaining. Beltre does not.
When the Rangers acquired Beltre in the summer of 2007 from Boston, he might have been as exciting a talent as any player they acquired that summer. And they acquired Elvis Andrus, Neftali Feliz, Matt Harrison, David Murphy and Tommy Hunter, among others that summer.
Beltre was tantalizing in so many ways. He had the ability to hit, hit for power, run and play defense. He also had a habit of making mistakes of enthusiasm. Then-player development director Scott Servais said he was the kind of guy who could take your breath away and make you shake your head in the same game. Sometimes in the same inning.
Seven years later, the description is still pretty applicable.
"He's shown at times that he can be a very good player," said outfield instructor Gary Pettis. "That's the guy we hope he becomes. If he does that, there is room for him. He has all the elements of a great player. We need him to get the complete package together."
Beltre has come a long way defensively. While he doesn't have the pure arm strength of Leonys Martin, he has more speed and better instincts and may be the Rangers' best overall outfield defender. Pettis said it is common for young players to make big leaps on the defensive side first.
It's things like plate discipline and base running where the deficiencies still show up. In 42 plate appearances in 2013, admittedly a small sample size, Beltre had more caught stealings (two) than stolen bases (one) and walks (zero) combined. After a .346 OBP at Class A-AA in 2010, he had back-to-back seasons of sub-.310 OBPs before posting a .340 in 94 games at Round Rock last year.
"He's a young kid who is finally figuring out who he is and what he's doing," Washington said. "I'd have an even better grasp of him if he shows me can run better regularly. He's just got to show us he can make better decisions. He's got to get under control."
Whether he does or not, the Rangers aren't likely to let him go.
And that might be just enough to break any ties with Michael Choice this spring.


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User talk:Aschlafly/Archive42
- 1 In regards to the Gun Control issue
- 2 Classroom Prayer
- 3 Nice video on youtube
- 4 [Category:Days of the year]
- 5 [Category:Conservapedia Rules]
- 6 Mapplethorpe and Essay
- 7 Please Delete My Account
- 8 Up for any original research in regards to atheism and suicide?
- 9 Reverted edits
- 10 Kitzmiller Edits
- 11 Grammar Issue
- 12 Interesting news story
- 13 Unwarranted threats
- 14 You need to respect people better
- 15 Issue
- 16 Are Mormons Christians?
- 17 Username request
In regards to the Gun Control issue
Aschlafly, as in Australia (as Phillip pointed) NZ has had conservative governments that have never changed gun laws in any significant way except for 1990 when someone went nuts with an assault rifle. This happened when a leftwing government was in power and they brought in stricter laws against Assault Rifles. Soon after (like a month or 2 later) a right-wing party took power and made no changes to this. Also, how do you explain that NZ and Australia with tight gun laws have far lower gun crimes than the US with its looser laws? I am interested in your reply. AdenJ 20:23, 23 May 2008 (EDT)
- The gun control imposed in New Zealand was not as strict as in Australia and Britain, so the political effect is not as pronounced. In fact, conservatives in New Zealand wisely opposed and defeated attempts to impose strict gun control, and because of that the leftist government in New Zealand does not enjoy as much power as in the other two countries. That said, the leftist government has enjoyed more power in New Zealand since the mild form of gun control was enacted in the 1990s than it held earlier.--Aschlafly 21:57, 23 May 2008 (EDT)
ahhh gun control in NZ is very strict. There is almost no hand-gun owndership and I think you'll find NZ gunlaws have rarely been challenged by either liberal or conservatives. Gun Control is almost never a political issue here and has nothing to do with Liberal's enjoying more power and, before and during elections, it is never raised as a platform to stand on. The only form of gun control imposed in the 1990's was, wisely, on assault rifles and was not opposed by the right-leaning parties. You didnt asnwer my other question.."how do you explain that NZ and Australia with tight gun laws have far lower gun crimes than the US with its looser laws?" AdenJ 22:04, 23 May 2008 (EDT)
- AdenJ, you sound clueless about politics, or perhaps you think that others can be fooled. The conservatives in New Zealand defeated a big leftist push for strict gun control in the mid-to-late 1990s, and have continued to defeat it ever since. Persistent leftist attempts to require registration of all guns, for example, have failed. The political effect is obvious, and conservatives tied the leftists in the last election.--Aschlafly 22:57, 23 May 2008 (EDT)
Aschlafly. You are clueless about NZ politics. Also, hand guns and assault rifles in NZ actually DO require registration!!!! Its the law here! Every gun owner must be licensed also NZ gun control has never been a policiting issue in any election. Gun laws have never been proposed to be loosened, at least not in the last 20 years. As for the tie in the last election, that had NOTHING to do with gun control. It was economic pressures. The right will when the next election, they have my vote, because the economy is in a downturn but not once has gun law ever been mentioned in this election year. Please answer my question here - "how do you explain that NZ and Australia with tight gun laws have far lower gun crimes than the US with its looser laws?" AdenJ 23:05, 23 May 2008 (EDT)
- AdenJ, address how conservatives have defeated strict gun control pushed by leftists in New Zealand ever since the mid-to-late 1990s, or get off my talk page. Thanks.--Aschlafly 23:14, 23 May 2008 (EDT)
(removed comments that failed to address the above point and heed its warning)
(Removed my edit as StatsMsn repeated)AdenJ 23:38, 23 May 2008 (EDT)
- I don't see how my comment failed to address the above point, but I'll try to make it clearer. Conservatives did not defeat strict gun control pushed by leftists in New Zealand since the mid-to-late 1990s. The right leaning party has been the one to introduce legislation, in some cases without the support of the left. These measures were withdrawn not because of a political backlash but because of submissions showing the restrictions were unfeasible in terms of being enforced. If you have specific incidents which show conservatives defeating gun control measures then please show them and I will happily admit that I am wrong, otherwise there is no point to address. StatsMsn 23:36, 23 May 2008 (EDT)
- No, StatsMsn, I don't have time to explain basic political maneuvering to you. Read some books about it, or spend more time reading on this site than you have been. Suffice it to say for the point at hand that strict gun control proposals in New Zealand have been defeated there since the mid-to-late 1990s, and political control in New Zealand has not swung to the left as Australia and Britain have.--Aschlafly 23:48, 23 May 2008 (EDT)
- Gun control measures have been defeated because they were deemed unenforceable, not because of the conservative lobby. The legislation for these measures were introduced by the right leaning, conservative party. Nobody has made any attempt to raise any evidence that conservatives were responsible for defeating the legislation, instead AdenJ and I have cited two examples about where conservatives were responsible for introducing legislation. As some, possibly more reliable sources state, gun control in New Zealand has the support of both conservative and liberal parties, it's just a case of finding a model which can be applied without being a strain on the system. Since you have made your final argument then this will be mine too, but just remember that you are debating two people who actually live in Australia and NZ, and that nobody is convinced by repeated claims without evidence. StatsMsn 00:04, 24 May 2008 (EDT)
Fine but you are wrong. I live in NZ remember. You do know that left has been in control for 9 years right? What did you mean when you said "political control in New Zealand has not swung to the left as Australia and Britain have"? AdenJ 23:51, 23 May 2008 (EDT)
- I think he's saying that because the more right wing political party holds government than the reason that the gun control laws were withdrawn is because of the conservative control. This does not address the fact that the conservative government introduced the laws in the first place. Feel free to correct me if I'm wrong StatsMsn 00:04, 24 May 2008 (EDT)
Folks, your comments are so unresponsive and politically naive that I'm not going to waste time debating this with you. If and when you acknowledge that strict gun control has been defeated in New Zealand for a decade and that it has not swung as far left as Australia and Britain, where strict gun control was imposed, then I'll respond. Also, don't rely on liberal style point #7 by claiming special authority just because you live somewhere. Thanks and Godspeed.--Aschlafly 10:32, 24 May 2008 (EDT)
- My impression from the other side of the Tasman is that New Zealand is more to the left than Oz. Admittedly, not living there and not taking a special interest in it, I'm not so familiar with it, but they did ban nuclear ships from their waters, and I think did take in people that Australia rejected as illegal immigrants (or something like that). Philip J. Rayment 10:55, 24 May 2008 (EDT)
I almost feel depressed buy your willful ignorance, a little scan of the internet would show I am correct. You could have learnt something from me, a citizen of a country you obviously know nothing about but instead you create a falsehood and stick with it even when presented with knowledge to the contrary and finally when you have no where left to go you throw down the 'your liberal' card to stifle debate. I could tell you my political history even, degrees and work history within politics to prove I am not politically naive as you say but that would make me more of a liberal wouldn't it? And, as you so ask of others, why cant you answer a simple question? "how do you explain that NZ and Australia with tight gun laws have far lower gun crimes than the US with its looser laws?" AdenJ 17:04, 24 May 2008 (EDT)
- If you're such an expert, then you should know that the leftists in New Zealand pushed hard for gun control in 1999, but the conservatives defeated and blocked that effort and have continued to block gun control ever since. During that period Australia, which passed stricter gun control, has swung further to the left, while New Zealand has moved increasingly towards the right. In the most recent election, the leftists in New Zealand nearly lost power and now the country is even split, while Australia is completely controlled by leftists. Now, you could have explained that, right?--Aschlafly 19:50, 24 May 2008 (EDT)
Since you have insulted me I will no longer debate you. The facts are above, you have provided none of your own. Safe to say that compared to you, I am an expert on NZ. And you still have not answered my question as I dont believe can answer it. Good day. AdenJ 19:57, 24 May 2008 (EDT)
- AdenJ, you're right. My tone was insulting and I apologize. I hope you accept my apology.--Aschlafly 09:17, 25 May 2008 (EDT)
Dont worry about it Andy.Thanks though AdenJ 06:00, 26 May 2008 (EDT)
Classroom Prayer
Dear Andrew,
I have noticed that you mention the classroom prayer frequently. I am a Hindu and I don't want my child to be compelled (by peer pressure or from an authority figure like teacher) to sit through a Christian prayer. Can I ask you a direct question? Will you be happy for your child to be coerced to sit through a muslim or Hindu prayer every day? Please give an honest answer. --Vishnudas 14:54, 23 May 2008 (EDT)
- The content of the prayers can reflect the wishes of the participants, and can change from time to time. Your argument is not an argument for censoring all prayer in the classroom.--Aschlafly 20:28, 23 May 2008 (EDT)
- Sorry Andrew, that was not the question. My question was - Will you be happy for your child to be coerced to sit through a muslim or Hindu prayer every day? I would appreciate an YES or NO answer. Thanks --Vishnudas 13:00, 24 May 2008 (EDT)
- The simple answer is "no". Neither I nor anyone I know supports coercing anyone to sit through any prayer. I've never heard of coerced prayer being imposed anywhere.
- Now that I've answered your question, please answer mine: would you suggest a classroom prayer for a classmate who has a sick parent, and whom you know would be grateful for it? Anyone who objects may, of course, excuse himself and step outside for the brief moment.--Aschlafly 13:55, 24 May 2008 (EDT)
- Wouldn't it be better for everybody if there was a moment of silence at the beginning of each day, where each kid would/could pray according to their own beliefs, there would be no coercion, no peer pressure, and everyone could be equally involved. I think that alot of people who oppose school prayer might compromise like this. ---user:DLerner--- 02:09, 25 May 2008 (EDT)
- It was ruled unconstitutional in New Jersey over 20 years ago. Learn together 03:42, 25 May 2008 (EDT)
- Also, silent prayer is not going to comfort (or possibly help) the classmate in need nearly as much as vocal prayer would. Notice how my question remains unanswered by "Vishnudas", despite my answering his question.--Aschlafly 09:14, 25 May 2008 (EDT)
- I think Vishnudas was mistaken when he used that term. Just as you suggested in your example, Aschlafly, any classmate objecting may excuse themselves and step outside, so there is no "coercion" occuring! Similarly, if a teacher wanted to lead the class in a muslim or Hindu prayer (assuming there were some in the class who desired to do so), it would not be coercion either, if anyone objecting could simply excuse themselves and step outside for a brief moment. Feebasfactor 13:51, 25 May 2008 (EDT)
- Feebasfactor, I answered Vishnudas' question, and now he can answer my mine. In fact, I'd like to see your answer to my question. Godspeed.--Aschlafly 14:52, 25 May 2008 (EDT)
- The question is "would you suggest a classroom prayer for a classmate who has a sick parent, and whom you know would be grateful for it?" If I knew the classmate would be grateful for it... I would say, yes, I would. To clarify that condition - I might not suggest a Christian prayer per se for a child that I knew was Muslim, Hindu, atheist, etc, but I believe that is understandable. Other than that, there's no reason the class could not say a prayer (certainly no harm in it), especially for the good of a classmate in need. Feebasfactor 14:47, 26 May 2008 (EDT)
- Thanks for your answer. I can't imagine anyone saying "no" to this, any more than one would say "no" if asked if he would give water to a person dying of thirst. But, as you can see from this page, some do say the equivalent of "no, I would not suggest a classroom prayer for a classmate who has a sick parent, whom I know would be grateful for it."--Aschlafly 16:14, 26 May 2008 (EDT)
- While vocal prayer may be more effective, there is a great history of silent prayer (see begining of Samuel I). With vocal prayer you have the risk of leaving out many kids of different faiths. If say, they would begin with what Christians call the Lord's prayer, I wouldn't want my kids in that, just like you might not want your kids saying the Amidah or Shema. I am all for schools having a moment of silence for the parents to tell their children what to do. As for the atheists, they can use the time for silent contemplation on making the world a better place. ---user:DLerner--- 21:17, 25 May 2008 (EDT)
- You said, "While vocal prayer may be more effective ...." Stop right there. It is more effective and so that is what should be done. Those who refuse to help a classmate in a time of need with what is "more effective" need to reexamine their own values. I hope you don't find yourself in a time of need and your friends refuse to be "more effective" in helping you. The rest of us do need help from time to time, preferably the "more effective" kind.--Aschlafly 11:04, 26 May 2008 (EDT)
- But is it more effective?
| Matthew, Chapter 6:
6:5 And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.
- --Gulik 13:53, 26 May 2008 (EDT)
- That verse is not to do with the effectiveness of different types of prayer. See also prayer. Philip J. Rayment 09:20, 27 May 2008 (EDT)
- --Gulik 13:53, 26 May 2008 (EDT)
Thank you for your reply and sorry for replying to your question late.
1. When I asked you whether you will be happy for your children to be coerced to sit through a prayer of another faith, you said no. So why do you expect others to be happy to allow a teacher to lead a class room in prayer?
2. Regarding your question: My answer is No. The reason being the same as what I explained above. I will personally offer any help or solace I can to the classmate. I prefer hands those help to lips those pray. There is no evidence that prayers help. --Vishnudas 14:23, 26 May 2008 (EDT)
- While you may argue that no coercion occurs, and those who object could step outside, we all know that is not the case. Peer pressure is an observed effect, and one could be pressured to stay even if they're not comfortable with a classroom prayer. (It's the same effect that stops people from putting their hands up in class - you know you'll be in the center of attention) Why would there be prayer in the classroom anyways? Could there not be an optional after-class prayer group? ATang 15:00, 27 May 2008 (EDT)
- ATang, do you think "Vishnudas" is authentic, or an impostor? I'd say odds are 10:1 that his name is not really "Vishnudas", and he's not really a religious Hindu.
- Most people who object to classroom prayer, by claiming someone of a different religion might be offended, actually object for an entirely different reason. Remember: there are many people hostile to religion who do not think lying is wrong.--Aschlafly 17:43, 27 May 2008 (EDT)
Nice video on youtube
I thought it was a nice video Andy.
Congrats on the class, I didn't realise you taught so many kids! And you even teach liberals! (the kid with the Che Guevera shirt :)) הצלחה רבה!
The Che shirt was one of those ones with the red line through the centre. It appears to be an anti-che tshirt AdenJ 02:26, 25 May 2008 (EDT)
Thanks for the compliment. Teaching students has had a big positive effect on me, and I'm grateful for the opportunity.--Aschlafly 09:16, 25 May 2008 (EDT)
[Category:Days of the year]
We have a whole bunch of these pages that exist, but not all of them. Are we going to make the rest or mass delete them? ---user:DLerner--- 22:50, 25 May 2008 (EDT)
- Not sure where that stands. Hopefully some other editors more familiar with this particular project will give us some guidance. Let's wait for a day or two and see if anyone makes a suggestion.--Aschlafly 23:00, 25 May 2008 (EDT)
- I believe a choice was made a while back not to create individual date entries. I certainly wouldn't add any extra ones to what is already there. Learn together 02:26, 27 May 2008 (EDT)
- If a decision was made, why not wipe out the rest? ---user:DLerner--- 02:29, 27 May 2008 (EDT)
[Category:Conservapedia Rules]
The rules state "Do not post personal opinion on an encyclopedia entry. Opinions can be posted on Talk:pages or on debate or discussion pages". Yet, I find that your posts and edits are all about pushing an opinion, rather than sticking to facts.--lizard1959
Mapplethorpe and Essay
I created a page on Mapplethorpe. Take a look and see if you have any objections; PJR and I are working on a point he had.
On another note, I replied to the comments you left on my essay. I don't know if you care to respond (possibly it's not a big issue to you, and that's okay), but if you do, it's here. No worries either way.--Tom Moorefiat justitia ruat coelum 22:37, 27 May 2008 (EDT)
- I am still waiting for further action on Mapplethorpe. The article is finished, inasmuch as I can see, and any further edits can be done by the community here. Please put it up.--Tom Moorefiat justitia ruat coelum 23:55, 31 May 2008 (EDT)
- I've unlocked Robert Mapplethorpe. Do you want to copy your version across, or would you rather I did it? Philip J. Rayment 02:23, 1 June 2008 (EDT)
- Thanks, PJR, you're the dude. I copied it over. Appreciate it.--Tom Moorefiat justitia ruat coelum 13:22, 1 June 2008 (EDT)
- I've unlocked Robert Mapplethorpe. Do you want to copy your version across, or would you rather I did it? Philip J. Rayment 02:23, 1 June 2008 (EDT)
Please Delete My Account
Dear Mr. Schlafly,
After taking a close look at this sight, I've become disgusted with what I've seen in terms of the repression of information and rational thought. Please remove my account as I no longer wish to be associated with this site. Thank you.
- QED, we will make sure that QED is never associated with this site. I do think it is quite odd that your parents named you QED, however. Conservative 23:47, 29 May 2008 (EDT)
It's short for Quantum Electrodynamics. My parents thought the full version was too long. I wouldn't have been able to bubble in my full name in standardized tests. They should have picked something shorter like Conservative. —The preceding unsigned comment was added by QED (talk)
- You totally beat me to it, I was going to ask what person names his kid "Conservative," and what kind of person names his kid "Aschlafly," or "Karajou," or....-MLizer 00:06, 30 May 2008 (EDT)
- In the case of Aschlafly, that is (a shortened version of) his name. Philip J. Rayment 06:15, 30 May 2008 (EDT)
- Anyways, the insult was lame, [Conservative], lamer than your normal little JPEGs with stupid captions —The preceding unsigned comment was added by MLizer (talk)
"QED", it didn't take much for you to give up once you encountered logical opposition to your rants. So you have resorted to what is known as a Parthian Shot, a favorite of liberals who give up here rather than continue to seek the truth.
We don't delete accounts. This is a wiki, if you haven't yet been able to figure that out.--Aschlafly 00:25, 30 May 2008 (EDT)
Sigh...not at all. It's just that, as I was typing out a response, I decided to check the talk pages a bit more thoroughly. All of my arguments have already been made and ignored by editors before me. I would simply be wasting my time. All I can do now is hope that someone wanting to learn more about relativity will have commonsense enough not to use this place as a source. —The preceding unsigned comment was added by QED (talk)
- "QED", you deleted factual information from the Theory of Relativity and, when you didn't get your way, starting acting like Johnny Cochran rather than a scientist in interested in the truth. When that was pointed out about your comments, you ran away while attempting Parthian Shots. That's not science.--Aschlafly 08:47, 30 May 2008 (EDT)
You don't delete accounts? Then what about the people listed on this page? [1] What did MarkD, Gulik, BlackLotus, DeanS and GabeM have to do to get their accounts removed (to be transparent, this info is courtesy of the wiki Whose Name Shall Not Be Mentioned)? I would rather not resort to random vandalism, simply to get my account removed. Sorry for not signing my previous posts; I didn't realize sigs weren't automatic. QED 14:12, 30 May 2008 (EDT)
- An account and a user page are two different things. We can delete user pages (although in your case you never created one, but there is your talk page) but the account remains, and you could still edit, and recreate your user pages. We can also lock user pages, preventing any further editing, or we can even delete then recreate a blank user page and lock it. We can also block your account to prevent you using it again (unless you e-mail us and ask for it to be unblocked). But of course you could blank your own user talk page, and simply choose to not edit here again. But any edits that you made will still be listed as being made by you, as is the case with any edits made by other editors listed in your link to deleted pages. Philip J. Rayment 18:50, 30 May 2008 (EDT)
- "rational thought" - Be wary of people who regularly use that phrase. Jinxmchue 18:54, 30 May 2008 (EDT)
Thanks for the clarification Philip. QED 19:15, 30 May 2008 (EDT)
- "QED", it's silly to demand to take anything back from a wiki. It reminds me of how communists demand the return of books written by a one-time hero who has suddenly become disfavored by the Party bosses. Words (or accounts) cannot be taken back or censored in an attempt to express disfavor of the recipient of those communications.--Aschlafly 23:45, 30 May 2008 (EDT)
Up for any original research in regards to atheism and suicide?
Here is something I found at the NY Times regarding a potential link between atheism and suicide and it might be worth researching Dr. MacArthur's conclusion in light of any current evidence that is available:
The above material was published in the NY Times on September 17, 1894
It would be interesting to look at the rates of atheism in various countries and to also look at their rates of suicide.
Conservative 11:58, 1 June 2008 (EDT)
- Very interesting. Your link is to a login page. Is this a pay-per-view article in the NYT? Sounds like it's worth my purchasing, if that's the case.--Aschlafly 13:21, 1 June 2008 (EDT)
- Here is another resource about atheism and suicide: http://www.adherents.com/misc/religion_suicide.html I am going to do more research. Conservative 14:35, 1 June 2008 (EDT)
One more resource: http://ajp.psychiatryonline.org/cgi/content/abstract/161/12/2303 Conservative 14:51, 1 June 2008 (EDT)
- Andy, try this link and I think it will work: http://query.nytimes.com/gst/abstract.html?res=9507E2DC1131E033A25754C1A96F9C94659ED7CF
Reverted edits
Dear Mr. Schlafly, please can you say why you reverted my factually-correct edits? I thought this was a Wikipedia-style website in which people are free to add things as long as their edits can be backed up. Dnotice 14:23, 1 June 2008 (EDT)
- I explained the reversion immediately on the talk page for the entry. Please discuss there. Thanks.--Aschlafly 14:24, 1 June 2008 (EDT)
Kitzmiller Edits
I have numerous questions concerning your edit of the Kitzmiller article. Could you answer them? They are posted on the talk page. --Jimmy 19:34, 1 June 2008 (EDT)
Grammar Issue
I wanted to point out to you for future reference that your use of the grammatical construction "you continue to protesteth" on the talk page for the liberal intellectualism essay is actually incorrect. "Protesteth" is a verb conjugated in the third person singular. The infinitive is "to protest." Sorry to bother you, but I thought you might like to be made aware. --IlTrovatore 22:57, 1 June 2008 (EDT)
I agree. Based on your past comment history, and your tendency to focus on the importance of grammar and spelling in responses, I am sure that you are immensely interested in improving your own grammar and vocabulary. I hope that you find this suggestion greatly improves the quality of your comments and responses. IlTrovatore and I only seek to make this site better, and grammatically superior to wikipedia. --AndrasK 10:21, 6 June 2008 (EDT)
- Shame on me!!!! Can I ever regain your trust???--Aschlafly 13:29, 6 June 2008 (EDT)
Was that sincere? I would hate to think that you've violated your own standards yet again:
"Sarcasm in comments to edits will result in the blocking of an account, for obvious reasons. This is a high quality site and it will remain that way. Thanks.--Aschlafly 22:58, 6 March 2008 (EST)" --IlTrovatore 18:47, 6 June 2008 (EDT)
Interesting news story
Here is an interesting news story: http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080602/ap_en_mo/imagine_lawsuit for several reasons. One of them is it is a ruling on what can be used according to copyright law. Just wondering what your thoughts are on this, if you'd care to comment? Thanks, -- Taj 18:00, 2 June 2008 (EDT)
- Thanks much, Taj! Posted, as suggested. Fascinating indeed.--Aschlafly 18:07, 2 June 2008 (EDT)
Unwarranted threats
I am surprised that you saw fit to make threats to me after I made what I believe to be a sensible and accurate edit to the censorship article. Could you please explain what motivated your unusual reaction. --HHCrippen 19:03, 2 June 2008 (EDT)
- Your deletion edit was ideological and unjustified. Then you insisted upon doing the same deletion edit after someone fixed it. Prayer is censored in the classroom, and denials of that are not credible. Don't continue to pretend that liberal censorship is not censorship. It is.--Aschlafly 19:06, 2 June 2008 (EDT)
You need to respect people better
I have never in my life belived in god and I hardly know anyone who does, and we are not crazy. You are crazy for beliving in a (wo)man in the sky—The preceding unsigned comment was added by Katsu (talk)
I think you (or any other admin) should look at the edits by Alfred123. They are in extremely poor taste and boarder on rascism. I have alerted my feelings to him on his talk page also if you care to look. Thanks and I hope you enjoyed your dinner! AdenJ 01:31, 6 June 2008 (EDT)
- You might be right. Trusted admins are looking into this now. Please let me know if there are further concerns.--Aschlafly 09:07, 6 June 2008 (EDT)
- Glad you're looking into it Andy - his edits in at least some places are definitely racist. Murray 11:07, 6 June 2008 (EDT)
What have I said that is racist? Tell me and I will leave and never return.
Alfred123 11:26, 6 June 2008 (EDT)
Thanks Andy. AdenJ 16:46, 6 June 2008 (EDT)
Might pay to keep an eye on Al321. A new user and the username looks suspiciously like our friend above. AdenJ 18:52, 6 June 2008 (EDT)
Are Mormons Christians?
First of all, I don't appreciate be called a Provocateur, because that is a ludicrous statement. According to the definition that your site gives, a Provocateur is someone who "thrives on provoking conflict for the sake of conflict alone." That's not something that pertains to me at all. I have worked very hard lately to contribute positively to this site. If you don't believe me, check my edit history. I've even created a few pages. Besides, a Provocateur is a person whose motivation for "fighting" is just to fight. Since I haven't stated any motivation, you really can't make that claim with any legitimacy. You don't know what my motivation is, so your just making assumptions. Wrong assumptions, I might add. I debate, (which I don't consider fighting) because I'm interested in logical, rational discussion on controversial issues. And there is consistency to my arguments, and I can back up and document my arguments. So please don't make claims about me that are simply ridiculous.
Now, why was the Debate: Are Mormons Christians? debate page deleted? The reason you gave was that is wasn't "encyclopedic". Now, in fairness, take a look at some of the other debates on there. Most have nothing to do with a scholarly encyclopedia. Heck, there's an entire section dedicated to "funny" debates. So how the deuce can those things be left on there and the other page deleted? That's not consistent. Conservapedia boasts about not blocking for ideological reason. Well, considering that I've been blocked before for even bringing up the topic, and that the page is continuously blocked, that implies an ideological motivation to me. Don't get me wrong, though. I'm not trying to accuse you or anyone else of anything. I'm just saying that is appears ideologically motivated.
On the other hand, I will apologize for recreating the page after it was deleted. I simply assumed it was someone who didn't like it just trying to get rid of it. I wasn't aware that only Sysops could delete a page. So, sorry for breaking the rules there. Ultimahero 13:44, 7 June 2008 (EDT)
- I'm not going to read all of your rant above. I'd guess you're a liberal based on your talk, talk, talk. Regardless, say it concisely or forget about it.--Aschlafly 14:17, 7 June 2008 (EDT)
Username request
I would like my username to be renamed to NathanG. It is quite a bit easier to pronounce than this one. Thank you for your time. +_+ always tired Nate 15:36, 7 June 2008 (EDT)
- That's fine, as long as it isn't someone else's name. Please confirm.--Aschlafly 15:38, 7 June 2008 (EDT)


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Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Cast a Spell
There is a chill in the air! The moon is crisp and clear and Autumn is in her full glory! Halloween is only 16 days away! When I was asked to make a card for this weeks Card Caravan at The Hybrid Chick I knew I wanted to make a special card for Halloween.
I made this hybrid card using the digital kit Moon Laughs and Whispers by Etc. by Danyale. It has such a grown-up feel to the kit. I love the color scheme too!
The theme of this Card Caravan was to use either a sketch or a template for your design. I used a scrapbook template. Template 2 from Monster-licious by Cornelia Designs. As you can see, the template is for a 2-page scrapbook layout. When I saw it, the right side of it really stood out to me as a great design for a card!
I used the included .png files from the template set to create cut shapes in my Silhouette software. I then traced the shapes and elements needed to make the card.
I added some May Arts Ribbon and some Encrusted Jewels embossing glitter and fragments from Stampendous. They add just the right amount of texture and bling. I colored the flowers by spraying them with Tattered Angels Glimmermist.
This card is going out to a very special person who enjoys the Samhain holiday. I just know she is going to love it! Thanks for visiting!
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Great card, I love that witch! Thanks for joining in at Crafty Boots Challenges this time.ReplyDelete
Love your pretty, yet spooky Halloween card! Thanks for sharing with us at Cards in Envy!ReplyDelete
awesome card. I love the arc which makes it look like the witch is flying in front of the moon. thanks for playing at parade your craftsReplyDelete
Love your Halloween card! This is one fab kit too! Thanks for joining us at Make It Monday.ReplyDelete
Love your unique background for this card. Great Halloween card. Thanks for joining us at the Sparkle N Sprinkle Creative Challenge this month. Come back soon. Hugs, Barbara { personal blog - Art and Soul Creations}ReplyDelete
I love the color scheme and that witch silhouette is simply perfect for a fun Halloween card. Thanks for playing with us over at Cards in Envy!ReplyDelete
Fab card Cathy, great shape to the witch. Thank you for sharing your work with all of us at Crafty Boots Challenges.ReplyDelete
What a great take on the l/o page. Love the witch silhouette. Thanks for sharing with us over at Sparkle N Sprinkle.ReplyDelete
Great Halloween card, thanks for sharing with us this week at Make My MondayReplyDelete
Rosie x
How cool that you took a scrapbook sketch and converted it to a card. Very creative and effective. Thanks for joining our Add Some Embossing challenge at Craft Your Passion. I hope we see you again soon.ReplyDelete
I love the witch! I just learned how to convert PNGs myself and am excited by the possibilities of using all those awesome digital scrapbooking files I've been accumulating! Thanks so much for sharing and for playing along at The Creative Cutting Challenge!ReplyDelete
Ruth - CCC DT
Great card and I love the witch cut file and how you distressed her!ReplyDelete
Thanks for joining us at Creative Cutting Challenge!
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What gorgeous pieces of art! You rock!ReplyDelete
This is so fun!! I love the design and the flying witch!! Thanks so much for playing along at Craftin Desert Divas!!ReplyDelete
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What a fun combination of elements to create this spooky card. That witch is just fabulous. Thanks so much for joining us at Cards in Envy this fortnight. Good Luck! Danie xxReplyDelete
I do love that spooky witch :o) Thanks for sharing your card with us this week at ABC Challenges.ReplyDelete
How fabulous! I love the witch. Thanks so much for playing with us this week at Craftin Desert Diva Halloween Linky Party. Hope to see you again soon :)ReplyDelete
Purple Monkey Moments
great halloween card!!! thanks sooo much for playing along with Cards in Envy!!!ReplyDelete
What a wonderful Halloween creation! Thanks for joining at Parade Your Crafts!ReplyDelete
Beth's Beauties
What a fancy layout! Love how you made this card. I would like to thank you for entering my 'C… is for challenge' blog and I wish you good luck in the draw.ReplyDelete
Anna xxx
Fabulous card and looks like a great kit too! Thanks for joining us at Lexi's Creations this time & good luck!ReplyDelete
hugs Jo x
Very nice! It's an unexpected combination, which makes it really fun.ReplyDelete
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If you'd like the chance to win your choice of $30 worth of Stampotique stamps, you should play along with this challenge. Visit Stampotique Designers Challenge blog and be sure to read the rules so that you'll have the chance to win that great prize!!! Remember to check to see the deadline for all of this month's Stampotique Designers Challenges!"I tend to use a lot of stamps when I create something. Thought I might challenge myself and all of you by limiting the number of stamps. So no more than two stamps please!"
~~~This week's the challenge at The Outlawz Coloring Challenges is Hats because September 15th is Make a Hat Day . My Outlawz Coloring Challenge teammates, Carla, Penny, Karen, Vannessa, and I challenge you to use create a project for this challenge. You should check out their blogs to see their gorgeous artwork.
Our September sponsor at The Outlawz Coloring Challenges is Norma J. Burnell and Fairy Tangles, who is offering our lucky winner three digital stamps of his/her choice from the Fairy Tangles Store. Play along with us for your chance to win!
Here's my card with Stampotique's Priscilla (Amy Wilson Wellenstein) and Skully (Arwen McCullen).
I know that I've created a scene (on a card) before that used Priscilla as a juggler. If you can't steal an idea from yourself, who can you steal from?
Priscilla was stamped with Tuxedo Black Memento ink (Tsukineko/Imagine Crafts) twice. Once onto Neenah cardstock and once onto Eclipse Tape (Judikins). The Judikins version was fussy-cut. Using my Stamp-a-ma-jig stamp positioner (EK Success), Skully was stamped five times in a rough semi-circle pattern over Priscilla's hands and head.
Both Priscilla and Skully were colored with Copic markers. Lavender Spica Glitter pen (Copic) was used to add some glittery bits to her headdress and vest. I like my skull images to be slightly cracked like me, so the Skullys received some cracks courtesy of a Black Multiliner pen (Copic). My Prismacolor pen (Tsukineko/Imagine Crafts) was used to color in the skulls and Filigree Clear Detail Embossing Powder (Stewart Superior) was used to add dimension and shine to all the Skullys.
Here's a close-up so you can see the shiny dimension.
The Eclipse Tape mask was placed over Priscilla and repositionable Scotch Tape (3M) was placed horizontally over Priscilla's foot. Walnut Stain Distress ink (Ranger) was sponged over the bottom part of the card panel. The tape was lifted and repositioned to cover the "floor". Milled Lavender Distress ink (Ranger) was sponged over Priscilla and the Skullys. My Harlequin Layering Stencil (Stampers Anonymous) was positioned over the the scene and Milled Lavender Distress ink was sponged over the stencil. Then the same ink was sponged again over the Dot Fade Layering Stencil (Stampers Anonymous). The embossed Skullys resisted the ink, but were lightly wiped with a baby wipe to remove excess ink from them. The Eclipse Tape mask was pulled up and set aside for another use. The tape was pulled up and some horizontal lines were added to the floor with a Sepia Pitt Marker pen (Faber Castell). The image panel's edges were sponged with my beloved Black Soot Distress ink, then double matted with black and lavender cardstock.
Lavender cardstock was die-cut with my Fancy Floral Lace Border die (Cottage Cutz). Grey cardstock was die-cut with Bats and Crossbones Border Garland die (Alterations/Sizzix). The skulls got a bit of detailing with Copics, then were backed with scraps of Copic colored cardstock to make 'em all matchy with the Skullys. The Fancy Floral Lace Border die-cuts were added to the base of a lavender 5x7 card. The Crossbones die-cut was adhered over that, then the image panel was added to the card. As is my wont, I didn't add a sentiment because I haven't decided who should receive and/or appreciate this card and for what occasion if any.
Thanks for visiting today!
I shall enter this card into the following challenges:
• Bloggers Challenges: Stencils
• Left of Center Challenges: Diecuts and Punches
• Scrapy Land Challenges: Anything Goes/Use a Die