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Promoting wetlands protection and Climate Smart Innovative Agro-ecology for biodiversity conservation livelihoods improvement.
About the Implementing organization
Name: Local Initiatives & Development (LID) Agency (formerly Shurugwi Partners)
Country: Zimbabwe
Year of establishment: 2008
Type of organization: Community-based association or organization / Legally recognized non-profit status
The innovation is not a business as usual practice due to its strong focus on conservation of natural resources, through promotion of agro-ecology as an innovative approach to food production and ecosystem management. The project has also broken the barriers among rural communities in terms of access to finance especially youth. The synergies created enabled the intervention to link Barclays bank, a financial institution to support socially excluded youth groups through providing seed funding for small livestock business incubation. The project has also linked up the small holder farmers with private sector companies for marketing products and this has strengthened the area of entrepreneurship development. In this project, the farmers have partnership with Unki Platinum mine that is promoting local sustainable business solutions through providing market for organic produce for Shurugwi farmers. The intervention has also presented more livelihood opportunities through supporting beekeeping, and fish farming for income generation. In terms of production, " the business as usual" practice is that farmers in rural communities normally produce for consumption with a little to sell but this project has demonstrated that rural farmers can rise and be a force to reckon with. The project produced a total of 519,024 tonnes of fresh organic vegetables and realised US$167,908 and this has uplifted their standard of living.
Nature Element
Forests / Wetlands
Type of Action
Protection / Restoration / Sustainable use / Awareness and education
Sustainable Development Element
Jobs and livelihoods / Food security / Water security / Renewable energy / Climate action
Environmental Impacts
The rehabilitation and protection of 146.4 hectares of wetlands resulted in improved conservation of 141 fauna and 419 flora species, making these wetlands rich in biodiversity. Investing in 8 solar powered boreholes promoted use of clean energy in irrigation as compared to use of diesel generators thereby reducing carbon emissions. The interventions facilitated the planting of 33,000 indigenous trees in nurseries together with conservation of natural woodlands which are carbon sinks. A total of 4 earth dams and weirs for water harvesting were constructed to secure water during dry season as a measure for improving irrigation, environmental health and resilience in the face of droughts. Significant impacts were achieved by conversion of 43.7 hectares of agricultural land from conventional to organic farming practices, eliminating 7, 866 kilograms of toxic chemicals pesticides and synthetic fertilizers per year, leading to improved ecosystems conservation.
Sustainable Development Impacts
In terms of sustainable development, this intervention has impacted on 4 goals that include goal 1 on ending poverty and all its forms and goal 2 of ending hunger. This has been achieved through the establishment of organic gardens that have enabled the community to produce 519,024 tonnes of fresh organic vegetables between March 2015 and December 2016. The project also contributed to Goal 7 of ensuring access to affordable, reliable and modern energy through the establishment of 8 solar powered pumps. The other goal that has been impacted is goal 15 on protecting and promoting sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems through rehabilitation and protection of 146.4 hectares of wetlands. The natural forests are being sustainably managed and 33,000 seedlings were planted. Communities are in control of this development initiative and made their own contribution in terms of labour and local materials valued at USD41,490. This has enhanced ownership and sustainability of project.
The issue of coping with climate change impacts is a big challenge that the local communities are grappling with. The other pressing environmental challenges include wetlands degradation, gulley formation, deforestation, veldt fires, water shortages and biodiversity loss. This project addressed this myriad of challenges in an integrated manner and offers examples of what other communities can do. At national level, the initiative has become a case study and model for water harvesting, sustainable smallholder agriculture and creation of market linkages. The initiative fed into the National Climate Change Strategy for Zimbabwe through LID participation in policy formulation consultation workshops. The initiative needs to be expanded at national level because Zimbabwe is a signatory to RAMSAR Convention and wetlands have become major biodiversity hotpots. This project has lessons that other communities can take up in terms of conservation and sustainable use at national level.
The intervention needs to be replicated especially when considering the impact and opportunities in biodiversity conservation, wetlands protection and promoting ecological livelihoods options for marginalized communities. Zimbabwe places wetlands and resilience building strategies on top of program priorities due to the complex nature and form of shocks and vulnerabilities threatening wetlands. This initiative was also designed in consideration of the National Development Strategy, the ZIMASSET with priority on Food Security and Nutrition Cluster as well Poverty Reduction Cluster. The project has contributed to Food Security cluster through promotion of agro-ecology. At the local level, in Shurugwi, this project started with protection of 3 wetlands but is now being replicated at landscape level in the district covering 6 sites. Key lessons from this initiative can be used to inform similar strategies during replication in other districts or countries.
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Household goods movement and storage and personally procured move applications must be initiated via the Defense Personal Property System at www.move.mil. DPS offers a full suite of counseling information and tools to assist members in the move process. First-time DPS users will also be required to establish an account, and certain members are eligible to complete the self-counseling module and simply submit completed and signed documents, foregoing the requirement to set up a counseling appointment with their local Transportation Office or Traffic Management Office.
When Should I Start: Begin your DPS application as soon as you have orders in hand and keep in mind most TOs or TMOs request three weeks' lead time ahead of the requested move pickup date to process shipment applications. Additionally, most shipments are planned and offered to service 4,000 to 5,000 pounds per day. For example, for a 12,000-pound shipment, the carrier is given three days to pack and one day to load.
Weight Restrictions: The Joint Travel Regulation, paragraph 5200, establishes household shipping weight entitlements for all ranks. The authorized HHG shipping weights will be reflected in DPS. Since Alaska is a weight-restricted area for inbound single/unaccompanied Soldiers and Airmen, be sure to check with the local origin TO or TMO to determine the restricted HHG shipping weight prior to shipping any HHGs to Alaska. DOD civilians are entitled to 18,000 pounds.
Driving the Alaska Marine Highway: If you are driving a POV to Alaska via the Alcan Highway or using the Alaska Marine Highway System, you still retain the authority to ship one POV at government expense using the Vehicle Processing Center servicing the losing base. Reservations for AMHS may be made via local commercial travel offices or via www.dot.state.ak.us/amhsand 800-642-0066.
Shipping a POV: You must ship POVs to Alaska via your servicing VPC. More information is available at www.pcsmypov.com. If your POV is not delivered to the servicing VPC within 90 days of departing your last station, additional approval to ship your POV will be required after you arrive in Alaska.
Mobile Homes: If you are considering shipping a mobile home to Alaska, contact your local TO or TMO immediately for specific advice and information.
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Contact the 673rd Civil Engineer Squadron Housing Office at 907-552-4439 for questions regarding on-base quarters and accommodations.
Quarters are equipped with a washer, dryer, stove and refrigerator; some have dishwashers; drapes are not furnished.
Some liquid items and canned foods are normally not accepted in HHG shipments between October and May due to freezing and damaging other HHG during transit. To avoid problems, if you are unclear on your entitlements, contact your local TO or TMO.


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Elbrus Premium Spa
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ELBRUS PREMIUM Hot Tub - £ POA
Key specification
Max users:7
Layout: The Elbrus has 7 seats.
All hot tubs come with sealed base as standard, which is an integral part of the Hot Tubs support structure. It is important to insulate your hot tubs. Without proper insulation a lot of valuable, expensive energy you use to heat the water will be lost through the hot tub body. Our hot tub uses insulating foam to keep warmth of hot tub.
Heating: The hot tub are installed with a 3kw heater which offers long term durability and reliability, giving you peace of mind.
Lighting: All hot tubs all come equipped with chromotherapy lighting around the water level and Underwater Lights in the footwell.
Music: Aquasoul 2.1: pop-up sound system. As with all Aquatic waterproof or marine stereos is designed and built to withstand the harsh conditions associated with use in spa applications. You can sit back and relax in the spa whilst listening to your favourite songs through the Mounted Speakers.
Delivery costs vary depending on location. For more information on our delivery rates please get in touch and we'll be happy to discuss it with you.
Dimensions:2180 2180 × 970mm
Seating capacity:7
Jets:76 with 14 airjets
Heater:1 (3kW/230V/50Hz)
3hp 1 speed Hydro massage pump:3
Laing water circulation pump:2
Silent hot air blower:1
Filter system:UV-C water sanitiser
Exclusive chromotherapy lighting:
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Thermo cover:1
Installation: Installation is simple. You can set up your spa indoors or outdoors, above or below ground. You will need a solid level surface and proper drainage for water disposal. It is recommended you have a certified qualified electrician hard wire your spa. A 32 Amp current connection is required.
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Bleeding: Bleeding episodes can be minor, or major, depending on the trauma caused that creates the bleeding situation. Bleeding can lead to symptoms of:
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Pressure Immobilization The pressure immobilization technique is the application of a pressure device and immobilization of an affected arm or leg following a venomous bite. After a pressure immobilization application has been applied to an injured person, medical care should be sought emergently at a medical care facility.


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In the midst of those there were many 45 rpm, including several releases from the small cult label 'Silver'...
Gaita, Porro, Merengue, Paseo, Guaracha, Jorapo, Cumbia and Plena from 1950s and early 60's Colombian 7 inches.
from 1950s and early 60's Colombian 7 inches.
Florence Chavrier aka Mambo C. has been a very close and special friend for me since a very long time. She was part of this 'Les Mains Noires' project at the very beginning and to be true, It is even her who found this name first!
Many things starts together, like the interest and the research about 'tropical' music for example! Common passions about chic & perfumed 'dirty' early recordings who takes nowadays the shape of this compilation whose story is:
While her trip to Colombia last spring, Flo, gifted and informed digger, meet an old collector in the suburbs of Medellin. The old man took a liking and probably conquered by the charm of Flo, agreed to take her home to sell him some records.
In the midst of those there were many 45 rpm, including several releases from the small cult label 'Silver'...
"Silver label has been set up in about 1950 in Medellin by Julio and José Ramirez Johns, Antioqueno merchants and indistrialists who had also been distributing Colombia and Odeon records in the city. They recorded international and national artists, including a lot of material by Lucho Bermudez and Leonel Ospina, although the company did not specialize in any particular type of music. The firm lasted until the early 1960s, when it was taken over by Industria Nacional del Sonido (INS)."
Thus Florence brought home the treasures unearthed at the bottom of an improbable cabin.
So I'm very thankful to her for decided to share those records here !
I hope that you all will enjoy those old Colombian vibes as much as me, as much as her!
01° NELLY / Lucho Bermudez y su orquesta - Gaita .Silver 846-A
02° IRMA / Orquesta de Lucho Bermudez - Porro .Silver 780-B
03° ZUMBADOR / Chepito Giraldo con la Sonora 'Silver' - Plena .Silver 974-B
04° BAILA ISABELINA / Nacho Alvarez y su conjunto - Merengue .Silver 1161-B
05° EL JARDINERO / Leonel Ospina Conjunto Ritmico - Merengue .Silver 808-B
06° TE DEBO EL AGUINALDO / Carlos y Jose con Guitarras y Ritmos - Paseo .Silver 1387-B
07° MARIA TERESA / Leonel Ospinay y conj. Ritmico - Guaracha .Silver 818-B
08° SE LO ESTAN FUMANDO / Fabio Torres y su Conjunto .Silver 4007-A
09° LLANERITA / Alfonso Upegui y su Conjunto - Jorapo .Discos Colombia 8629 B
10° JUAN ONOFRE / Noel Petro y la Italian Jazz - Porro .Dia 60112 A
11° EL MECANICO / Oro Edmundo Arias - Cumbia .Dia 6033 A
12° BOMBONCITO / Dario Monsalve y su conjunto - Merengue .Octagon OG100B
13° VICKY / Frank Cortes - Cumbia .INS 50910 A


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Tana was born in Nairobi on Valentines day 1986. Her parents called her Tana after a river in Kenya. After studying in Geneva, Paris and Barcelona, she has ended up in the Nice Things design department. Tana loves things that shine, eating alot and not regretting it later, singing Etta James and drawing beautiful prints like the one from our Greetings from Peru collection. This print, inspired by peruvian folk has been such a success that we wanted to show you how and who created it. We took pictures of Tana at her desk while she showed us and talked about her work.
1. What inspires you?
Experience in general. But if i had to highlight something id say colours, especially some like the colour of some fruits like papayas or avocados or when rain clouds turn really dark, they provoke something in me, they make me want to explain/represent how they make me feel.
2. A book
I like short stories, stories by Oscar Wilde or Julio Cortázar.
3. A movie
Singing in the Rain & Out of Africa
4. A place
The shower, its where i think best and most clearly
5. Why did you choose this garment
Because i drew the print! Id wear it every day, to work, to dinner or for a walk with friends.
6. An item for this winter
The rabbit neck coat, for sure!
Discover more items with the pisco sour print here.
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Linda colección que sintetiza la esencia de mi país, de una forma clásica y a la vez moderna. Gracias!
oh my gosh! I'm so sad I'm just now discovering this shirt because I love it so much! Any chance it will be offered again? It's spectacular


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Château Yvonne - Saumur Blanc 2015
Biodynamic / Organic
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When we visited Matthieu last year we could finally see the meticulous and perfectionist methods that he employs in both the vineyard and cellar. His whites are kept in a small cave behind his house, where the temperature is stable and remarkably cool, lending to longer fermentation times.
He owns 3 hectares of Chenin with vines up to 80-years in age; in the cellar he shows a masterful approach to old oak control, so his wines are voluptuous and structured but never overpowered.
Frankly his Saumur Blanc 2015 is incredible. It has a brilliant golden colour, and a gorgeous nose of golden apples, citrus fruits, and hints of ginseng. It's an opulent, nuanced bouquet with a strong vein of minerality and sunshine.
Annual Production: N/A
Blend: 100% Chenin Blanc
Terroir: Clay/limestone soils over tuffeau stone
Winemaking: 30% aged in 225L old oak barrels for 12 months, 3 months in tank before bottling,
Certification: Certified organic (Ecocert 1997)
Alcohol: 12.5%
Drinking Window: 2018-2030
92 Points Wine Spectator
"Lovely, with bright yellow apple, verbena, honeysuckle and salted butter flavors that meld nicely, taking on plump and racy aspects as they move through the lightly toasted finish."
Château Yvonne is an ancient estate that dates to the 16th century, and winemaking is part of its tradition since 1813, when a local winemaker moved in. But it wasn't until almost 200 years later in 1997 that Yvonne and Jean-François Lamunière decided to recreate the abandoned vineyard with the help of Françoise Foucault, of Clos Rougeard.
In 2007, Matthieu Vallée purchased the estate but kept the name of the winery out of respect to the incredible work done by the Lamunières. This is now one of best producers in Saumur alongside Clos Rougeard and Guiberteau, with 8 hectares of Cabernet Franc and 3 hectares of Chenin Blanc and 8 hectares of Cabernet Franc. Everything has been farmed organically (Ecocert certified) since 1997 and biodynamically since 2012.
Vallée uses native yeast fermentation only, and has no additions other than minimal SO2, slow malolactic fermentation, and minimal racking. All his wines are unfined and unfiltered, and are ambitious, long-living examples of the best of Saumur.


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It May Be Time to Pluck Your Eye
When to quit your good work—not just scholarly work, but any work:
As the author of the Theologia Germanica says, we may come to love knowledge—our knowing—more than the thing known: to delight not in the exercise of our talents but in the fact that they are ours, or even in the reputation they bring us. Every success in the scholar's life increases this danger. If it becomes irresistible, he must give up his scholarly work. The time for plucking out the right eye has arrived. (C. S. Lewis, "Learning in War-Time," in The Weight of Glory and Other Addresses, p. 50.)


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A collection of full-size Range Rover Evoque Convertible wireframe sculptures have been displayed in London at prestigious locations across the UK capital.
The bespoke sculptures were designed by Land Rover's own Design team. Advanced computer modelling was used to accurately outline the shape of the forthcoming Evoque Convertible.
The wireframe installations are crafted from aluminium and finished in a range of vibrant colours, illustrating the elegant evolution of the Range Rover Evoque's transformation from coupe to convertible.
Six of the Convertible wireframes have been produced and will give the public a chance to see how the Evoque Convertible will look in its natural urban environment.
GERRY MCGOVERN, Land Rover Design Director and Chief Creative Officer, said: "The Range Rover Evoque Convertible is perfectly suited to the urban surroundings of a city like London and it's the perfect place to showcase the world's first luxury compact SUV convertible. The locations chosen reflect the refined and luxurious lifestyle of an Evoque Convertible customer – two attributes this vehicle will deliver plentifully."
Find out more about the Range Rover Evoque here and look out for more information on the Evoque Convertible.


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By 2013, we're at a place where the tropes of urban fantasy seem to be codified. We've all read the bare bones version of the subgenre: modeled after mainstream mysteries, we have a (usually female) protagonist who gets involved with some evil supernatural being. Usually there's a hot love interest that happens to be another supernatural entity. Often the protagonist is gifted with some crazy supernatural powers as well.
Mur Lafferty is working well within the confines of urban fantasy, but attempting to tell a story that is a bit fresher. The results are mixed.
(SPOILERS below)
Zoe, our protagonist, has recently relocated to NYC from North Carolina where a publishing job went horribly wrong. She's trying to get established in the city, and comes across a job listing for an editor for a series of travel guides. She eventually gets the job, only to learn that the travel guides are targeting monsters (or the coterie, as they prefer). The next portion of the novel is expository, as Zoe learns about the various types of coterie and how they live in New York. Unfortunately she becomes aware of a plot destabilize the delicate balance between the supernatural and humans in the city, culminating in an attack on the city by her former boss' wife.
The tone throughout The Shambling Guide is wonderful. Lafferty has a light touch, and humor and deep affection for the characters comes through. The first two thirds of the book are wonderful. The reader learns about the world along with Zoe. The exposition feels natural and integrated into the flow of the character's growth. Zoe is a rather charming young woman, eager to please and hardworking. Her goals are simple: a good job and ultimately a nice life in the city she's always loved.
Unfortunately, thinking about the plot too much causes all those good feelings to crash and burn. Zoe has a built in forced exceptionalism required to make the plot work. Why does she get the job at the publishing house? She's the only human in the workplace. Her boss initially doesn't want to hire her, but decides to do so anyway. Why? She's targeted by the woman who's a threat to the city. Really? Isn't that taking revenge for a cheating husband a bit too far? And of course ultimately we find out that Zoe possesses a super rare ability to speak to the soul of the city (whatever that is – it's an idea that's never really developed or explained).
Reading this book was odd. It was very funny and entertaining while I was in the midst of it. Only after I finished and started thinking about the book did I have more and more issues with the narrative. What initially seemed to be a fun break from the normal genre tropes got ensnared by some of the more annoying ones.


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Category Archives: idiocies
Stupid Quotes
"The trouble with the world is that the stupid are cocksure and the intelligent are full of doubt." — Bertrand Russell
"Ignorance more frequently begets confidence than does knowledge." — Charles Darwin
"Whenever a man does a thoroughly stupid thing, it is always from the noblest motives." — Oscar Wilde
"Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm not sure about the the universe." — Albert Einstein
"The only way to comprehend what mathematicians mean by Infinity is to contemplate the extent of human stupidity." — Voltaire
"Just think of how stupid the average person is, and then realize half of them are even stupider!" — George Carlin
"The two most common elements in the universe are hydrogen and stupidity." –Harlan Ellison
"I divide my officers into four classes; the clever, the lazy, the industrious, and the stupid. Each officer possesses at least two of these qualities. Those who are clever and industrious are fitted for the highest staff appointments. Use can be made of those who are stupid and lazy. The man who is clever and lazy however is for the very highest command; he has the temperament and nerves to deal with all situations. But whoever is stupid and industrious is a menace and must be removed immediately!" — German General Kurt von Hammerstein-Equord
"Never attribute to malice that which can be adequately explained by stupidity." — Robert Hanlon
"I wish, my dear Kepler, that we could have a good laugh together at the extraordinary stupidity of the mob." — Galileo Galilei
"To forget one's purpose is the commonest form of stupidity." — Friedrich Nietzsche
"There is no nonsense so gross that society will not, at some time, make a doctrine of it and defend it with every weapon of communal stupidity." — Robertson Davies
"I am often surprised by the cleverness, and now and again by the stupidity of my dog; and I have similar experiences with mankind." — Arthur Schopenhauer
"Against stupidity the very Gods themselves toil in vain." — Friedrich von Schiller
"Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." — Elbert Hubbard
"I am patient with stupidity but not with those who are proud of it." — Dame Edith Sitwell
"Before we work on artificial intelligence why don't we do something about natural stupidity?" — Steve Polyak
"The difference between ignorance and stupidity is that ignorance can be cured." — Me
The Best of San Diego Comic-Con, and Goodbye to All That
We don't go to ComicCon anymore — too crowded, no fun…
Most painful irony: By winning, nerd culture has lost. When I was a kid the fact that comics and games and fantasy and whatever were awesome was a secret, and people gave me a hard time about it. Now suddenly everyone's all, hey, no, this stuff is great, Iron Man, woo! Which means instead of being our little secret, now it's all about big corporations selling nerd culture to as many Joe Douchebags as it can pack into the multiplex. And where am I in that transaction? I don't want to be anywhere near it.
Best sign: There was a guy crashed out on the carpet on Sunday afternoon. Before he passed out he had managed to scrawl on a piece of cardboard: TWILIGHT RUINED COMIC-CON.
via The Best of San Diego Comic-Con, and Goodbye to All That – Nerd World – TIME.com.
Google and Wikipedia own my brain
Was just realizing how much I rely on Google and Wikipedia when I can't remember things. I seem to be spending a lot more time doing that lately…
John William Waterhouse – Echo and Narcissus
"Narcissus does not fall in love with his reflection because it is beautiful, but because it is his. If it were his beauty that enthralled him, he would be set free in a few years by its fading." — W. H. Auden
"As individuals and as a nation, we now suffer from social narcissism. The beloved Echo of our ancestors, the virgin America, has been abandoned. We have fallen in love with our own image, with images of our making, which turn out to be images of ourselves." — Daniel J. Boorstin
"America has been knocked-up with democracy's mutant love child. She has finally borne the demonic spawn of greed, narcissism and civilian indifference. (Congrats on a second term Mr Bush)." — Jules Carlysle
"I loathe narcissism, but I approve of vanity." — Diana Vreeland
"Narcissism and self-deception are survival mechanisms without which many of us might just jump off a bridge." — Todd Solondz
"Shyness has a strange element of narcissism, a belief that how we look, how we perform, is truly important to other people." — Andre Dubus
"We're making far too big a deal out of our sexual preferences. It's just another form of narcissism, and I think it can be a big problem and a tremendous obstacle." — Andrew Cohen
"Whoever loves becomes humble. Those who love have, so to speak, pawned a part of their narcissism." — Sigmund Freud
" I think you live more and become more familiar with the workings of your own mind — the darkness in it, the narcissism — and the desperate attempts the ego makes to cover that up." — Patrick Page
"The paradox about narcissism is that we all have this streak of egotism. Eighty percent of people think they're better than average." — Mark Leary
"In males, narcissism is something that has been associated with immaturity. Classically, it's something men are supposed to abandon to become adult males. Today, consumerism tells all males that … they never need abandon their narcissism. That they never need grow up. Just so long as they buy the right products." — Mark Simpson
"Narcissism is an occupational hazard for political leaders. You have to have an outsized ambition and an outsized ego to run for office." — Stanley Renshon
"Because that's what narcissism is all about; looking in the mirror everyday and thinking 'Damn, I'd like to shag myself.'" — Eddie Izzard
"I have come to realize that we live in a society that encourages narcissistic behavior. And there is an explosion on the internet of sites devoted to narcissism, as well as narcissistic web sites; youtube, my space, etc…" — Stephen McDonnell
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"Narcissism doesn't mean you think you're the greatest person on earth, but rather that all things in the world are relevant only as they impact you…. Being on YouTube, having a blog, having an iPod, being on MySpace– all of these things are self-validating, they allow that illusion that is so important to narcissists: that we are the main characters in a movie. Not that we're the best, or the good guys, but the main characters. That everyone around us is supporting cast; the funny friend, the crazy ex, the neurotic mother, the egotistical date, etc. That makes reminders of our insignificance even more infuriating." — The Last Psychiatrist
I has a flavor!
"To know someone is to sense that person's flavor – what you feel from that person. Each one has his or her own flavor, a particular personality from which many feelings appear. To fully appreciate this personality or flavor is to have a good relationship; to fully appreciate them."
– Shunryu Suzuki
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I like big butts and I cannot lie..
Male seahorses have a clear agenda when it comes to selecting a mating partner: to increase their reproductive success. By being choosy and preferring large females, they are likely to have more and bigger eggs, as well as bigger offspring, according to Beat Mattle and Tony Wilson from the Zoological Museum at the University of Zurich in Switzerland.
via Male Seahorses Like Big Mates.
See bigger is better…
Was he stinkin' drunk?
Badgers? We don't need no stinkin' badgers!
A badger in Germany got so drunk on over-ripe cherries it staggered into the middle of a road and refused to budge, police said on Wednesday. A motorist called police near the central town of Goslar to report a dead badger on a road — only for officers to turn up and discover the animal alive and well, but drunk.
Police discovered the nocturnal beast had eaten cherries from a nearby tree which had turned to alcohol and given the badger diarrhoea. Having failed to scare the animal away, officers eventually chased it from the road with a broom.
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Half of Americans Use Vibrators, Study Claims
via Half of Americans Use Vibrators, Study Claims | LiveScience.
Oh, really?
Kids, don't tweet in the tub!
Sad… I make fun of Twitter, but this is just… sad.
Two things here in what seems to be the world's first Twittercide: don't use your computer while taking a bath. And if for whatever reason you do, don't be like this 17-year-old Romanian girl and risk your well-being to Tweet.
The Austrian times says that Maria Barbu was, in fact, in the tub while using Twitter when she likely reached to plug in her charger with a wet hand, electrocuting herself in the process. You smell that? Yeah, that's a Darwin Award in the making. [Austrian Times]
via Gizmodo – Girl Dies by Electrocution While Twitting in Bathtub, Apocalypse Draws Nearer – Girl Dies Twitter Bathtub.


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In The Name of Allaah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy
The Muslim doctor must fear Allaah with regards to those affairs about which he is consulted, especially that which is related to the rights of the people- such as when a sick person approaches him for a sick note or when in need of a medical note to prove that he is fit for employment, or when consulted regarding a particular type of medication, or whether the state of health of an individual (woman) allows her to utilise contraception in order not to get pregnant, or whether her state of health warrants the removal of her ovaries. It has been reported in a hadeeth by Abu Hurairah (radiyallaahu-anhu) who said that the Messenger (sallal-laahu-alayhi-wasallam) said: [الْمُسْتَشَارُ مُؤْتَمَنٌ – The consultee is in a position of trust] [Ref 1] [End of quote. slightly paraphrased]
Source: Akhlaaq At-tabeeb Al-Muslim' page 12. by Shaikh Muhammad Baazmool [hafidhahullaah]
Few Reminders From The Hadeeth: [الْمُسْتَشَارُ مُؤْتَمَنٌ – The consultee is in a position of trust]
[المستشار -The Consultee]: He is the one whose opinion is sought after regarding an affair of Maslahah (i.e. an affair that will bring about benefit and repel harm). He is in a position of trust with regards to what he is asked and it is not permissible for him to deceive the one who consults him, by concealing the affair that would bring about benefit. [Ref 2] [End of quote]
This hadeeth is an evidence, showing that the consultee has to (advise) with the course of action and opinion -in relation to the consultation – that which he would do for himself. And it is not permissible that he directs his Muslim brother to something he would not be pleased with for himself. [Ref 3] [End of quote]
[Ref 1: Hadeeth Source: Reported Imaam Abu Dawud (rahimahullaah)' Number 5128' & declared Saheeh by Imaam Albaani (rahimahullaah) in his checking of Sunan Abee Dawud (Publisher: Maktabah Al-Ma'aarif 1st edition' page 768..see hadeeth below
[Ref 2: See Hadeeth Number 5062′ Vol 4' page 259′ in Mirqaat Al-Mafaateeh Sharh Mishkaat Al-Masaabeeh. Abridged]
[Ref 3: Source: Awnul Ahadis Samadi, Sharhu Al-Adab Al-Mufrad' Vol 1′ Hadeeth Number 256′ page 283. paraphrased & abridged. see full explanation below…
To be continued InShaaAllaah


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Let us then approach God's throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.
Hebrews 4:16
"Powerful praying is not a matter of knowing the right words to say, rather it is having a heart that is at God's disposal—open to hear His every sigh and whisper and to echo it in prayer. As God mods your heart so that it matches His, your heart overflows in prayer. What God has spoken in your innermost being guides your lips in prayer."
~ Jennifer Kennedy Dean
Prayer is vital to a life marked by an intimate and fulfilling relationship with God. We know this, but often we overcomplicate it. Here are seven practical steps to having an ongoing conversation with Your Heavenly Father.
When we consider a perfect and holy God who knows every detail about us, it is natural to feel some resistance to coming before Him. It's easy to picture Him with a stern look of disappointment and a wagging finger.
God knows we are far from perfect. His grace is great and His mercy is wide. "Approach the throne of grace with confidence," He says (Heb 4:16). We are confident, not because of our own personality or accomplishments, but because Jesus exchanged the penalty of our screw-ups for His perfectly-lived life.
Know that God wants you to come to him. If you sense anything saying telling you aren't good enough to be in God's presence or He doesn't want you to come to Him, know that's not the truth and run to Him anyway.
When Esther approached the king (who was also her husband), she feared for her life. She and her supporters prayed fervently that the king would extend his golden scepter to her, thus sparing her life (Esther 4:11, 5:2).
We serve a much different king and need not be afraid to approach Him. Read the verse that comes just before the one that tells us to approach Him boldly.
For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin.
Hebrews 4:15
Know this, my friend—God always extends His golden scepter to you. He will never turn you away.
[tweetthis]God always extends His golden scepter to you. Come boldly before His throne. (Esther 4:11)[/tweetthis]
You don't have to be able to string beautiful words together in well-constructed sentences to pray well. There are no special words or necessary phrases you must include. You don't have to have a particular tone or articulation of speech.
Prayer is just talking to God. You don't have to be fancy. Just talk to Him like you would a close friend. All you need is a heart that longs to connect with God. Words are just a medium to convey ideas. Words can be beautiful, but they are also clumsy and inadequate—especially so when we are trying to talk about the weightier matters of life.
God hears your heart just fine even when your mouth trips and stumbles over the language. And if you can't find any words to express what's bottled up inside you, that's okay too. Real prayer doesn't need any words at all. The Holy Spirit groans our prayers for us when we are weak and our words fail us (Romans 8:26). In addition, Jesus is sitting right next to God and interceding for us (Romans 8:34).
Isn't that cool? While we're trying to have a conversation with one part of the Triune God, the other two are holding our hands and helping us out. I love it!
[tweetthis hidden_hashtags="#write31days #standstrong"]Prayer is just talking to God. God hears your heart just fine.[/tweetthis]
Don't be afraid to get real, ugly, and honest before God. He already knows everything anyway.
You have searched me, Lord, and you know me. You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thought from afar. You discern my going out and my lying down; you are familiar with all my ways. Before a word is on my tongue you, Lord, know it completely.
Psalm 139: 1-4
Don't think you are fooling Him for one minute. He who is called the Ancient of Days is never shocked or surprised by what just happened today!
[tweetthis hidden_hashtags="#standstrong"]Don't be afraid to get real, ugly, and honest before God. He already knows anyway![/tweetthis]
It's extremely difficult to have a meaningful relationship with someone you ignore most of the time. If you had a friend who only called you when she got herself in a fix and you were her last resort, you would not have a close relationship with her. You would feel used.
It requires discipline to make prayer a regular and consistent habit. The enemy will try to distract us from prayer any way he can.
In addition to dedicated times set aside for prayer, God also wants us to have an ongoing conversation with Him all the time (1 Thess 5:17). He longs for us to recognize Him as the constant companion He truly is.
Remember "amen" doesn't mean "the end". We're supposed to continue to live in the context of the connection we established.
[tweetthis hidden_hashtags="#write31days #standstrong"]Remember "amen" doesn't mean "the end"! Pray continually.[/tweetthis]
Have you ever been in a conversation that was monopolized by one person? Of course you have. You have waited for that other person to take a breath so you could make your point or make an excuse to leave.
We all know that effective communication is a two-way activity with every party contributing and receiving. But for some reason, we forget that when it comes to prayer and we think it's up to us to do all the talking. Don't feel pressured to keep the conversation going. Consider the possibility that God is waiting for you to take a breath so He can have a turn to speak.
Listening-prayer is trickier than talking-prayer because God typically doesn't speak to us audibly. How do you "listen" to someone you can't even hear? God often talks to us through our thoughts. When we are quiet and intentionally listening for Him, He will call to mind things He wants us to know. It's easy to miss His still, small voice because it often feels like our own thoughts. He lives inside us and guides us from within.
There have been a few times in my life when I had a thought that was so outside my normal pattern of thinking that I knew beyond all doubt it had to be from God. I have also experienced plenty of times when I begged God for direction and all I heard was crickets. Most of the time, I have an inkling of what I think maybe God might be saying and I just keep asking and keep taking the next best step. Eventually, I look back and realize God was leading me the whole time, but when I'm in the middle of it, I feel like I'm fumbling in the dark.
The primary way God speaks is through His Word, which we discussed yesterday. My Bible study and prayer times have very fuzzy boundaries because I pray to understand what I'm reading and my reading leads me to pray about other stuff and before I know it, I've followed a bunch of rabbit trails through Scripture and prayer and writing and it's time to wake the kids for school.
[tweetthis hidden_hashtags="#write31days"]Perhaps God is waiting for you to take a breath so He can have a turn to speak.[/tweetthis]
Which leads me to my next point—using Scripture to pray. I love to use Scripture to pray. I feel confident praying God's own words back to Him. I figure I can't mess up too bad if I stick to the words He gave me. There is a psalm for every mood and those guys were honest! They didn't sugar coat their negative feelings or attempt to mute their praise. They are all out, tell like it is prayers. King David wrote many of the Psalms and he is called a man after God's own heart (Acts 13:22). If these prayers drew him closer to God they can help me draw closer too.
Paul also has a bunch of prayers included in his New Testament letters that are excellent guides to praying for yourself or others. Here is a partial list to get you started.
Romans 15:5-6
Romans 15:13
1 Corinthians 1:4-9
2 Corinthians 16:23
2 Corinthians 2:14-16
2 Corinthians 13:7-9
Ephesians 1:15-23
Ephesians 3:14-21
Philippians 1:3-6
Philippians 1:9-11
Colossians 1:3-14
Colossians 4:2-4
1 Thessalonians 3:9-13
1 Thessalonians 5:23-24
2 Thessalonians 1:11-12
The most common use of Scripture as a prayer is probably the Lord's Prayer that Jesus taught us. When the disciples said, "Teach us to pray", Jesus gave them this model prayer. Many of us have it memorized and can rattle it off pretty quick, but when was the last time you really thought about what each word and phrase really meant?
The Lord's Prayer is a very dense prayer model, and by that I mean that He has packed a whole lot of content into a few simple sentences. It's easy enough for a child to memorize but rich enough to take a lifetime to unpack its meaning.
Stay tuned for a prayer guide based on the the Lord's Prayer that I am developing. I hope to offer it to you soon as a free printable to help guide your prayer time.
[tweetthis twitter_handles="#write31days #standstrong"]Use Scripture to pray God's own words back to Him.[/tweetthis]
Finally, music is wonderful aid to prayer. There are so many heartfelt hymns and contemporary Christian songs that are really just prayers set to music. Songwriters are often able to express the thoughts and emotions rattling around in me that I was unable to name. What a gift it is when they give us the words we didn't even know we needed to express the longing we only faintly realized we had. Worship music is a powerful way to pray.
[tweetthis]Worship music can help you express thoughts and feelings to God that you are unable to name.[/tweetthis]
What to expect
So after we approach the throne of grace with confidence, what happens next? How can we expect God to respond? Let's look at the second half of the verse again.
Let us then approach God's throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.
Hebrews 4:16
We receive mercy—not judgement or condemnation for our condition, our failures, or our mistakes. We do not receive what we deserve. Somewhere deep inside we know that. That's why we are naturally uncomfortable in His presence. He was tempted in the same ways we are. He endured the same pain we do. He "gets" us. He knows how hard it is to be us and He gives us mercy in return. Receive His mercy and soak it into your soul.
We find grace. We receive what we do not deserve. Sometimes we miss the evidence of God's grace in our lives because we aren't paying attention. Make it your habit to actively look for signs of grace all around you. Expect God's grace to show up. Be a Grace-Seeker. What has God done for you or been to you? Where do you see Him at work? What blessings do you have that you know you don't deserve?
He won't leave us stranded. He will be our help in our time of need. He is able. He is willing (Luke 5:13). His help may not come in the manner or timing we expect or desire, but we must keep the faith—His help will come. God is wise enough to prioritize what we need over what we ask. God is good enough to give us the gifts that are best for us (Luke 11:13).
Here are two versions of Bekah Shae's beautiful song "Here in this Moment". The original version is very upbeat and fast-paced. The candlelight remix is slower, softer, and more prayer-like. I can't choose a favorite. I love them both!
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Elizabeth is a military spouse, veteran, and mother of eight. Above and beyond caring for her family, her mission is to offer words that sustain the weary and equip people to live a life of faith filled with purpose.
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Real vs. Plastic?
Many consumers will be asking themselves that question this holiday season.
In this age of enviornmental awareness it's appropriate to know a favorite family holiday tradition of choosing a real Christmas tree over an artificial tree is still the environmentally sound choice.
Real Christmas Trees Are Renewable
Real Christmas Trees are grown on farms just like any other crop. To ensure a constant supply, Christmas growers plant one to three new seedlings for every tree they harvest.
On the other hand, artificial trees are a petroleum-based product manufactured primarily in Chinese factories. The average family uses an artificial for only six to nine years before throwing it away, where it will remain in a landfill for centuries after disposal.
Quick Tree Facts
Taken from the National Christmas Tree Association web site, www.christmastree.org
The Environmental Load of Christmas Trees
A Natural Tree, grown in natural suroundings, is five times more evnironmentally compatible than a plastic tree. Such are the findings of a Swedish study undertaken by the Institute for Air and Environment in Gothenburg.
The study is based on an analysis of the life cycle of natural trees and plastic trees (live vs. artificial). But that the difference between the two is as pronounced as the study shows, may astound most.
The plastic tree used in the study was bought at one of the Swedish capital's exclusive warehouses: a beautiful and apparently natural fir, made of PVC-plastic and metal, with a convincingly attractive green color. The plastic tree was 20kg (44 lbs). It carried a 10-year guarantee. The artificial tree was made in Hong Kong, then transported the 20,000 km (12,400 miles) to Stockholm by ship.
The natural tree of the study was 10-years old, 2m (6 1/2 feet) high and weighing 10 kg (22 lbs), and arrived on the back of a truck.
The 10-year guarantee on the plastic tree gives the artificial product a great advantage. It means that the strain the natural tree exerts on the environment is multiplied by 10 before the results have been compared.
In practice one would hardly use the same tree 10 yers in a row - plastic tree or not, regardless of the guarantee. If one, for example, sets the actual life span of the plastic tree at five or six years, the environmental load would of course, be much greater in relation to the real Christmas tree.
Taken from www.valentine.gr/environmental-chrtees_en.htm.
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This is the life of one kid that is a Congenital Heart Defect survivor and is battling through life with sensory integration disorder.
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
God Knows a Good Mother
Most women become mothers by accident, some by choice, a few by social pressures and a couple by habit. This year nearly 100,000 women will become mothers of handicapped children.
Did you ever wonder how mothers of handicapped children are chosen? Somehow I visualize God hovering over earth selecting his instruments for propagation with great care and deliberation. As He observes, He instructs His angels to make notes in a giant ledger.
"Armstrong, Beth; son. Patron saint...give her Gerard. He's used to profanity." "Forrest, Marjorie; daughter. Patron saint, Cecilia." "Rutledge, Carrie; twins. Patron saint, Matthew."
Finally He passes a name to an angel and smiles, "Give her a handicapped child."
The angel is curious. "Why this one, God? She's so happy."
"Exactly," smiles God, "Could I give a handicapped child to a mother who does not know laughter? That would be cruel."
"But has she patience?" asks the angel.
"I don't want her to have too much patience or she will drown in a sea of self-pity and despair. Once the shock and resentment wears off, she'll handle it."
"I watched her today. She has that feeling of self and independence that is so rare and so necessary in a mother. You see, the child I'm going to give her has her own world. She has to make her live in her world and that's not going to be easy."
"But, Lord, I don't think she even believes in you."
God smiles, "No matter, I can fix that. This one is perfect -- she has just enough selfishness."
The angel gasps - "selfishness? Is that a virtue?"
God nods. "If she can't separate herself from the child occasionally, she'll never survive. Yes, here is a woman whom I will bless with a child less than perfect. She doesn't realize it yet, but she is to be envied. She will never take for granted a 'spoken word' ". She will consider a "step" ordinary. When her child says 'Momma' for the first time, she will be present at a miracle, and will know it!"
"I will permit her to see clearly the things I see...ignorance, cruelty, prejudice... and allow her to rise above them. She will never be alone. I will be at her side every minute of every day of her life, because she is doing My work as surely as if she is here by My side".
"And what about her Patron saint?" asks the angel, his pen poised in mid-air. God smiles, "A mirror will suffice."
--Erma Bombeck
Mother's Day column, May 12, 1974
Rainy Day Monday
Benji did get in the pool Sunday and he didn't want to get out. We are going to have to keep an eye on him when in the pool though as he got cold to the point of teeth chattering. The water wasn't cold but there was a breeze that made it chilly. And it was 87*.
Anyhow.. I am a bit concerned... Benji was sitting at the table and started stimming verbally. He hasn't done that before. I was in the other room dealing with something else when he started so I don't know what triggered it if anything. It lasted about 45 minutes total. Finally stopped when we got him in the livingroom and turned on Cars. He fell asleep rather quickly, so I am hoping it was just one of those I am tired and sleepy and gotta do what ever to stay awake.
Life is never boring.
Friday, May 23, 2008
PT Appointment Yesterday
Dr. Seethaler set up Benji's PT evaluation with Ryan at STAR physical therapy in Fairview. I wasn't really sure what to expect considering I always thought STAR was more for adults. Because I wasn't positive as to where they were at, I ended up getting there 30 minutes early. Which was okay. Ryan and the receptionist are very nice and up front. Ryan told me right out that he is not a pediatric PT. That bothers me in that Seethaler's office sent me there, but Ryan's personality makes up for it.
While we were there, Benji took his time warming up. That was a little my fault because Benji fell asleep on the way there. Once Benji warmed up him and Ryan got along, but I can that Benji isn't going to make this easy. The good thing is that Ryan saw what I see. And on top of that he acknowledges that Benji needs help.
What we see is that Benji drags his right foot/leg at times. Also that it appears his legs just give out. While Benji can walk and run he is bow legged and his ankles turn in (pronation). Ryan also agrees in the low muscle tone. Benji's legs are floppy. The question comes to how much of it is normal for a three year old. I am just glad I am not looney.
So... hopefully his legs will be addressed. Ryan said he would look into the inserts that the last therapist that saw him recommended He wasn't sure if he could order them or not. So we will see.
He goes next Thursday at 8 am and hopefully we will get him focused and doing things. LOL.
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Swinging the afternoon away.
Benji enjoying his new swing. Having a little difficulty getting used to it as it requires him to use those core muscles that are weak with him.
He has come so far and we just want to keep encouraging him. I have a feeling our backyard is starting to look like a playground with a garden in it. LOL... It is what is needed though and the kids enjoy it. Gives us reason to stay home too. :-)
Saturday, May 17, 2008
baby trend Trend Sport Lite
So, I went to Target and Toys R Us. I decided on the baby trend Trend Sport Lite #1511.
I am taking it back Monday because it does not work for us, I will
explain why in a moment...
Pros: The TrendSport Lite has several positives, it has a child tray with a cup holder, a parent tray with 2 cup holders and key holder, fairly easy to fold up. shade canopy and a reclining seat. It weighs only 12 pounds so it's not to heavy. It also has a large storage basket underneath that is EASY to get to.
Cons: First I want to say I am 6 foot tall and I have back problems. So these problems may not all affect the average mom and dad. My main complaint is that I can't use it for what I wanted. I like walking and need a stroller that Benji can sit in as I push, which means the stroller has to be tall enough. The TrendSport Lite is not tall enough for me to use while walking for exercise. It might work for mall trolling, but not normal walking. The other problem is that I need the stroller to be usable at the softball and football fields which happen to have alot of gravel, the wheels get stuck and are VERY difficult to maneuver unless you are on a flat smooth surface.
In addition, the stroller goes up to 40 pounds. Benji is 36 pounds and it's a snug fit. He did not complain, but it really isn't a good match for him. Had we gotten this stroller when he was younger/smaller we might have gotten our money out of it, but there would still be the issues of maneuvering on gravel and across uneven terrain.It really look like we are gonna have to go with a jogger stroller, and pray that we can find one that is tall enough for me.
Monday, May 05, 2008
Cardiology visit
For the echo Benji did good. He got a case of the tickles but cooperated mostly. I got the look I wanted to see. The dr. did the measurements on the aortic valve for the stenosis.... the highest was 32. This is significantly lower than the 58 that it was. The doctor only stated that the stenosis wasn't worse. Other than that, while watching the echo I could have swore I saw three flaps in the valve. (This is new. Every other check up it was just the two.)
So.... we are praising God! The Lord is healing baby boy. Benji goes back in one month to verify his blood pressure.
The picture is from the waiting room.


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Hello, and welcome back to my Lodge Grymthenian post series! Today's post is both a final outcome for my Magmadroth with a Auric Runefather as well as a an apology post for Monday's lacklustre post. Anyways, let's continue!
Now that my rider, the Auric Runefather, is painted I can now glue him into the stone mount. Unlike the Runemaster, the Runefather looks older with grey beard to show that he has endured through centuries of war and mercenary work.
His beast, the Magmadroth, also appears to be ancient with it's scales hardened to a dull in colour. Compared to the younger and more brightly coloured beasts of it's kin, this Magmadroth is ancient beyond mortal understanding. Could Grimnir's Ur-Gold be sustaining the beasts life span with his shattered godly powers?
For those of you who might be curious on how I've achieved the glowing lava-like effect for the model, I have a painting process below that you can try out for yourself!
- Basecoat the area with Khorne Red
- Drybrush Evil Sunz Scarlet, but leave a clear Khorne Red at the centre.
- Next, Drybrush Ryaz Rust above the Evil Sunz Scarlet Drybrush.
- Then Drybrush Drybrush Flash Gitz Yellow above Ryza Rust.
- Finally, edge highlight the Flash Gitz Yellow with Titanium White.
These two pictures will help give you an idea on how it should result in.
Overall, what are my thoughts on the model now that it's finally completed? I think it was a fun kit to paint (but absolutely tedious to assemble the plastic parts), it was a fresh change to paint and experiment with new techniques on textures.
Painting this model did bring up a few thoughts about AoS from both a positive and negative prospective. On the positive, I've been amazed at the level of fantastic sculpts that GW have been producing for a few years now. Having a bigger canvas with less restrictions has benefitted the sculptures for the better in my opinion. The new races that were introduced into AoS with new models, in my view, is one of GW strengths for the franchise (or IP).
However, on the negative side, what's the long term future for the AoS factions? It's not like GW can do the same edition updating like the World-That-Was, especially when there are way more factions compared to WHFB. It's a silly thought, but it's an interesting question to ask yourself.
That's all for my Auric Runefather, I've not filled this post with too much content as I don't want to bore anyone. So I'll leave this post off with a picture on what my next tat will be!
Thank you for reading this post. If you have any questions, post a comment below and I'll reply back as soon as I can. Thanks!


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This is the video for Pearl Jam's Do The Evolution.
Which is basically a mashup of this Guinness Ad.
The video of Another Brick In The Wall Part Two
And the opening to The Big Bang Theory.
Well now it's an art book! IDW have announced they are publishing Pearl Jam: Do the Evolution.
Drawing inspiration from the Grammy Award nominated music video of the same name, Do the Evolution takes fans inside this unforgettable work of art. Directed by visionary comics legend Todd McFarlane (Spawn) and veteran animator Kevin Altieri (Batman: The Animated Series), this achievement in animation told a graphic and dark history of the world in four gripping minutes and is widely considered one of the best music videos of all time.
Now, the full story of the making of this historic video will be told in the Do the Evolution art book from IDW. Lushly illustrated by the video's striking animation cells with never before seen storyboards and designs from the video, the video's co-producer, Joe Pearson, will guide readers through the fascinating process of bringing the band's vision to life in this one-of-a-kind art book.
Pearl Jam: Do the Evolution takes its next step into comic shops this October.


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A few weeks ago I came across some knitting patterns which I have been wanting to share with you. When I found them I knew I couldn't leave without them all! The fact that I have no idea how to follow any of them (the best I can do is make a scarf) doesn't mean I don't have a need for them.
The reason I like knitting patterns is they are a great way of seeing the fashion styles of the past, company adverts and a cheap way of getting some nice pictures for the house. If like me the spare room in your home is more like your dressing room than for guests, then placing some of these in a frame can go along nicely with your vintage pieces and won't break the bank. Now they are all scanned in, take a look.
Adverts showing the old days:
One of the knitting patterns I found was 'The Town & Country Knitting Book' which has some great images in, all very classy outfits that could be made at home with the right skills:
Hope you have enjoyed these and if it's got you thinking about planning ahead for your winter wardrobe then take a look at one of my new finds.


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Donnie & Ronnie Lappe are identical twins. They grew up in Brownwood, Texas & graduated from Brownwood High School, then Howard Payne University, graduating with a degree in the Douglas MacArthur Academy of Freedom, an honor system survey of the political and social sciences. They went on to received their Doctor of Jurisprudence at Baylor Law School in Waco, Texas.
Donnie & Ronnie Lappe are members of the Vine Street Church of Christ. Donnie served as city attorney for the city of Early for 21 years and taught business law at Howard Payne University. ronnie was a Justice of the Peace for 24 years and currently serves as city judge for the city of Bangs, a position he has held for 10 years.
Both partners are active in community and non-profit organizations. Ronnie served on the Greenleaf Cemetery Board for 17 years, 7 as president. He served on the Habitat for Humanity Board for 6 years, the Neighborhood Revitalization Board for 5 years, the Good Samaritans Food Pantry for 6 years, Preservation Partnership for 6 years, two, three terms on the Early Chamber of Commerce Board and on 3 year term as an Early Chamber of Commerce Ambassador. He served 12 years on the Job Training Partnership Board for the West Central Texas Council of Government to advise the council on use of the job training partnership funnels in the west central Texas 19 county region for training providers.
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Unpack the ZIP into your /addons directory and install it via
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This Admin UI plugin activates CKEditor's Styles Combo dropdown and comes with an Admin page to define which element.classes will be listed.
Warning – this addon is more for designers/developers and requires at least basic CSS and RegExp knowledge (or curiosity ;-)
WYSIWYG editor (CKEditor) with activated Styles dropdown, showing some custom element classes.
The plugin's Admin page. In order to get your CSS element classes listed in CKEditor's Styles dropdown, we need a Regular Expression pattern here to match them.
The plugin's default pattern is 'c-k-e'.
To get started, add some CSS classes, like …
div.redBox-c-k-e { background:red; } p.paraBlue-c-k-e { color:blue; } span.greenSpan-c-k-e { color:lime; background:green; }
… to your theme stylesheet (or Layout using Layout Editor) and check back to CKEditor.
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Throughout much of the 20th and early 21st centuries, the Central District was a center of African-American life and culture — in no small part because of de facto segregation due to racially-restrictive housing covenants and red-lining. Yet the neighborhood has always hosted a diverse collection of residents of all races, religions, and lifestyles. More often than not, people have lived together in harmony.
Rapid changes are underway in the CD due to the region's growth and rising cost of living. Many longtime residents are being displaced, and emotions are running high. Lately this has led to angry confrontations well documented by the press.
While we understand the strong feelings we, the board members of Africatown Community Land Trust, categorically reject verbal and physical violence — and specifically statements that are anti-Semitic. We want to be part of creating a new chapter for the Central District that builds on our long, proud traditions of tolerance and goodwill.
In the weeks and months ahead we hope to repair the strained relationships among neighborhood members and move forward together in a renewed spirit of mutual respect, even when we disagree. In the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., for whom our county is named, "We must live together as brothers or perish together as fools."


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Please stop by my giveaway. You have the chance to win a copy of Sewing School 2. A great little book that will teach your kids to sew. We haven't had many entries so you have a good chance at winning.
I'm sorry again for no features. I've been running nonstop all day. It looks like the next two will be much of the same, so I'm not sure if I'll be sharing much on the blog this week. Somehow everything seems to get scheduled for the same week. Does that happen to any of you?


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Tr Sp Pr Carmandale Heavenly's Sienna NQ
Sire: CFSA GC, CFA CH Whiskers Up Dynamite of Balouchi IMP USA
Dam: Sp Ch Flamboyant Heavenly of Cathroy
Persian Black Tabby Harlequin
Pictures taken by Ronnie Magic
This beautiful girl was born January 8 2008 at Carmandale Persians and is the most incredible child.
Hand raised for the first three weeks; she has a special place in my heart and rules our home.
She has an amazing look, with a great open expression, lovely big round eyes, stunning head and very well built.
Her Show Career:
She did very well in his first show season and qualified for COTY Gold & Ruby show
finishing in the top thirty Premiers in 2011.
Once again she did very well in 2012 and finished 15th Premier overall and made CFSA COTY Gold Premier Show and qualified for KwaZulu Natal Top Cat as well as achieving her certificate for entering every show in 2012.
She will enter the show ring in 2013 to make the 50 Golds Club in her Career which she is not far off and a wonderful achievement to have.
I'm very proud of your achievements my little girl!
Purr-n-Meows Nina Ricci Belle De Minuit of Carmandale a.k.a Belle: pkd dna tested negative.
Sire: Purr-n-Meows Solo Mio
Dam: Purr-n-Meows Nina Ricci Lalique
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This beautiful girl was intrusted to us by Etrecia Bester of Purr-n-Meows Persians.
She has a lovely character and really enjoys our company, stunning eye set, lovely round eyes, very cobby and is going to add great value to my breeding program.
Her pedigree holds all my favourite catteries in one; thank you Etrecia for this beautiful girl; we are so grateful.
Her Valuable Bloodlines:
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Dr.Sanchoo Balachandran ,BHMS,MD(Hom)
It is based on the plan of Crudens concordens of bible. Cruden`s complete concordens– every word of the whole bible is arranged in alphabetically, so that any time the student may find the location of any passage that he may desired, this concordance is a libarary of instructions, it is a lexicon of explanations. Alexander cruden 1701–1770.
How it gave origin
The author came across a symptom which necessitate him to search for days in materia medica and repertories the symptom was `constant dull frontal headache, worse in the temples with aching in umbilicus' This particular incidence force him to think about in preparing a repertory based on Crudens concordance of bible.
Concordant word meaning is indexing
Year of publication -1890.
Number of drugs represented – 420.
Number of volumes- 6.
Number of chapters – 30.
Phraseology is condensed from that of materia medica without changing the sense. The phraseology is not changed because the author feels that he is not authorized to do so. Preference is given to word expressing the condition (the principal word) , synonyms should be thought off.
Rules adopted.
Ø Characteristic pathogenic symptoms are selected.
Ø Repeatedly verified symptoms are selected.
Ø Two or more remedies have the power of producing similar condition ,include them as mearly suggestive, under the name of condition produced.
Give the noun , verb, and essential adjective in sentence.
How to search rubrics in the repertory
In searching for any desired symptom, the physician should first express it mentally, employing words commonly used, and then select the word in the sentence expressing the central thought , idea, fact condition, or object, of the sentence or the noun, verb or essential, and referring in concordance to the word selected, desired symptom may be fount, unless a synonym has been selected in which case same may be thought of.
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Chest, lung, bronchi and cough.
Heart and circulation
Chill and fever
Sleep and dreams
Vol –6
Neck and back
Uper extrimites
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Fabulous card, cute image love the chevron paper and glitz on the egg, thanks for joining us at Crafty Sentiments this week. Jac xReplyDelete
Toby is just too cute! A wonderful card! Thanks for joining us at Love to Scrap!ReplyDelete
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Fabulous make hun and thank you for sharing with us at Clear it out - I also have blog candy on my blog if you fancy a peek http://judithsadorablecreations.blogspot.co.uk/ReplyDelete
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Cute card, love those chevrons and your image is adorable. Thanks for joining us at Sweet Stamps.ReplyDelete
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What a pretty card - i love the colours that you have used. Thanks for joining us at crafting from the heart - Sonia W DTReplyDelete
So cute. love the purple and the spot of sparkle.ReplyDelete
Awww that's just so cute! Lovely layout and great colours.ReplyDelete
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And yet another example of how the third party payment system is inefficient and fraudulent. When will we learn that the buyer-seller model is so much more desirable than the buyer-seller-receiver model? Today's AP report on the VA is just the latest example of the failures of this bureaucratic model.
Veterans Affairs employees last year racked up hundreds of thousands of dollars in government credit-card bills at casino and luxury hotels, movie theaters and high-end retailers such as Sharper Image and Franklin Covey — and government auditors are investigating, citing past spending abuses.
All told, VA staff charged $2.6 billion to their government credit cards.
The Associated Press, through a Freedom of Information request, obtained the VA list of 3.1 million purchases made in the 2007 budget year. The list offers a detailed look into the everyday spending at the government's second largest department.
At least 13 purchases totaling $8,471 were charged at Sharper Image, a specialty store featuring high-tech electronics and gizmos such as robotic barking dogs. In addition, 19 charges worth $1,999.56 were made at Franklin Covey, which sells leather totes and planners geared toward corporate executives.
On at least six occasions, employees based at VA headquarters made credit card charges at Las Vegas casino hotels totaling $26,198.
When the buyer gets no direct value from the purchase and an unlimited supply of funds are available by which to make the purchases, corruption and fraud are soon to follow.