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We ordered this crib online to use while traveling with our 6 month old. We had it shipped directly to our destination. It's well made and easy to use, however we had some issues with it...
(1) We bought the Guava Family sheets made specifically for the crib. They were washed in cold water and put in the dryer on low heat. They must have shrunk quite a bit because they are a very tight fit on the air mattress. Tight sheets are good for sleeping babies, but they were just too tight and it made the mattress lay unevenly.
(2) The bottom of the crib lays flat on the ground. We had 2 problems with this. If you have it on a hardwood floor, it can be cold at night. I followed suggestions posted by other reviewers about placing a blanket on the floor that is larger than the footprint of the crib. The other problem is that when you have a young infant like we do that has a hard time being put down to sleep, reaching all the way down to the floor is not easy. It was very difficult to place her on the mattress without disturbing her to the point of waking her up. It's a long reach and I struggled at 5'7". Next time I may try what other reviewers suggested which is to get down on the floor and place her in the crib through the zipper opening, hoping that closing the zipper doesn't wake her up.
We really like this product over other travel cribs because it has breathable mesh all the way around and to the floor and for its portability as a backpack. I just wish I could get her to actually sleep in it!
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Delivery was prompt.
The product arrived in it's own packaging with a shipping label slapped on the box and was severely damaged. It would have been better if the product was shipped protected inside a brown box.
I called customer service before opening the product to let them know how badly the box was damaged and whether I should open it or send it back. They instructed me to take pictures of the damaged box and then open it to see if the product was also damaged. They assured me that they would send a new one right away if it was damaged.
Upon inspection, the product was undamaged.
Customer service was very nice and helpful regarding the situation. I explained that this was a crib for our infant and that we needed it for our upcoming trip. I did not want our infant sleeping in something that was exposed during shipping and/or broken and unsafe. It turned out the crib was okay, but I appreciated that they were ready to locate another crib and quickly send it to us.
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My wife and I bought the GoCrib well in advance to our trip to Spain coming up in October. So far we've been really impressed with the ease of use and portability. It really is easy to setup and deflate for repacking. I don't fault the item itself for being difficult to repack, but it is a chore to get packed up as small as it came. With that said, I wouldn't travel without it. We feel very secure using the GoCrib for our little boy, it is extremely well made and works like a charm.
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"Recently unearthed vintage NO WAVE skronk from the early '80s downtown NYC music scene featuring an all-star cast of legends in their noisy primes!!!
More than an hour of previously unheard studio and live material circa '80-'84 by this incendiary group of malcontents led by madmen drummers Mark E. Miller and Charles K. Noyes. The destructive duo is probably best known for their tandem appearances on classic early albums by John Zorn ("Pool"), Elliott Sharp ("Carbon") and Material ("Live From Soundscape 1981") but now their own cacophonous story can finally be told!!!
Beginning as a pyromaniac noise duo, moving through DNA-on-crack no-wave power trio succinctness, early Material-esque avant-funk and beyond Miller and Noyes were joined by a who's-who of downtown NYC musicians. this release features great performances by Zorn, Sharp, Arto Lindsay, Bill Laswell, Wayne Horvitz, Michael Beinhorn, the late Paul Burwell, Thi-Linh Le, Nicky Skopelitis and liner notes by Anton Fier and Weasel Walter.
Painstakingly edited and remixed from hours of raw tapes by Weasel Walter, this CD is a definitive statement of the early period of a band that never got its due. Keep on the lookout for brand new Toy Killers material in 2009 feat. Miller, Noyes, Walter, Henry Kaiser and more! the extremity will never cease!!!"-UG Explode

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Angela LundeAngela Lunde is a dementia education specialist in the education core of Mayo Clinic's Alzheimer's Disease Research Center at the Abigail Van Buren Alzheimer's Disease Research Clinic in Rochester, Minn.
The transfer of information about dementias, as well as understanding the need for participation in clinical trials, is an essential component of the education core.
Angela is a member of the Alzheimer's Association board of directors and co-chair of the annual Minnesota Dementia Conference. She is a member of the Dementia Behavior Assessment and Response Team (D-BART), a multidisciplinary outreach service assisting professional and family caregivers in understanding and managing difficult behaviors often present in dementia. She facilitates several support groups, including Memory Club, an early-stage education and support series, and more recently, helped to develop and now deliver Healthy Action to Benefit Independence and Thinking (HABIT), a 10-day cognitive rehab and wellness program for people with mild cognitive impairment.
Angela takes a personal interest in understanding the complex changes that take place within relationships and among families when dementia is present. She is particularly interested in providing innovative and accessible ways for people with dementia and their families to receive information and participate in valuable programs that promote well-being.
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Alzheimer's caregivers can love more by caring less
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Getting my hair colored has become one of my most pleasurable events — and not so much because I hope covering my gray helps me look 10 years younger. It's more about the joy I feel while sitting in the chair for two uninterrupted hours of dozing off and paging through magazines I just can't bring myself to buy at the grocery store — "Us Weekly," "People," "OK! Magazine".
At today's salon visit, I came upon an article in "O, The Oprah Magazine" that got me thinking about you, the readers of my blog. The article, written by Martha Beck, is titled, "How to Love More by Caring Less."
In the article, Martha Beck describes the concept that loving without caring is a useful approach. I was intrigued by this idea and wondered if it translated in any way to the turbulent nature of loving and caring for a person with Alzheimer's. I realize, though, that it's the "without caring" that probably seems illogical to many of us.
As Alzheimer's caregivers, many of you would probably say that to care for someone means to prepare meals, assist with feeding, dressing and personal hygiene, manage medications, orchestrate appointments and so on. But Beck would say that care can also mean being weighed down by cares.
In my experience, Alzheimer's caregivers are often invested physically and emotionally in the caring around day to day tasks and the challenging behaviors their loved ones with the disease can exhibit. Common behaviors in a person with Alzheimer's can include agitation, apathy, delusions, paranoia, and sleep problems to name some. And caregivers care that their loved one is confused, agitated or unable to sleep.
For many Alzheimer's caregivers, when they care, emotions such as worry, frustration, guilt and agitation are often an unwelcome outcome of caring — and that, I believe, is when unconditional love can get buried. Beck writes, "Unlike 'caring', the word love has no such range of meaning: Love is pure acceptance." So, to love, maybe we do need to care less.
As I read the article, I contemplated if Alzheimer's caregivers can find a way to "un-care" about challenging behaviors their loved ones exhibit and care less about day to day caregiving. I'm not saying that caregivers should be complacent in their responsibilities, I'm just saying that by caring less, there's limited emotional investment in the results of caregiving tasks or the behaviors of the person with the disease.
If we accept Beck's idea that it's possible to love more if we care less, then I guess we can all stop trying so hard and breathe a bit of relief, right? And if you don't buy into her idea, then may I suggest you make an appointment soon to spend a couple hours sitting in a chair at the hair salon — no doubt, a simple way to love (yourself) more.
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So you thought only humans should celebrate a birthday, huh? Wrong! Show your pet how much you love them by celebrating your pet's birthday!
Pets bring so much happiness and love to our lives… what better way to give back some of that happiness than by hosting a birthday party for your dog or cat!
If you're worried about planning a pet-party, remember, the thumb rule is to relax. Here are some tips to help make your 'pawty' a super success!
1) Pet party or pet-friendly party? Make it both!
A pet party is when you invite four-legged guests that your pet likes to hang around with. These could be pets in your extended family, friend circle or local pet day care. Of course your guests will be accompanied by adult minders / pet parents. You could also invite people who may not have pets, but who love your pet and enjoy spending time with him / her. And while parties are a great way to socialize, avoid calling people with/without pets that your pet is unfamiliar with, or who are likely to be uncomfortable around animals. As a thumb rule, if you're throwing a party for your dog, don't include cats in the guest-list and vice-versa.
2) Venue matters
The most important aspect of a pet-party is the venue. Pets need space to run around and feel happy. If you have a backyard / garden, that would be the ideal location. If not, you could look at leash-free areas in public gardens, or if you have the budget, rent out space at the local animal day care center. Depending on weather conditions, rooftop terraces or basements without carpeting can also be adapted and made pet-friendly. Remember to clear away any breakable items and have lots of pet poop bags handy. Setting aside a quiet space for a pet to calm down or rest is also a good idea.
3) Put together a pet-friendly menu
Homemade goodies are a fantastic option for pet-friendly menu, but remember that pets can't eat many of the ingredients that people can. There are lots of pet-friendly recipes available online if you're looking at making stuff at home, and you can always mix it up with favorites available at the pet-store. Just go low on the sugar and salt, and have plenty of fresh water available in several bowls around the space. Make sure to ask pet minders / parents about any allergies or special dietary requirements. And yes, keep a separate menu for the two-legged guests to dig in too!
4) Party activities and goody bags
Although most pets love to play with each other and run around in open space, you could include some activities to keep them busy. Try rope toys for tug of war, a simple obstacle course, or balls for playing fetch. You could also get the adults to participate by getting each pet to demonstrate a 'trick', and give away treats for each pet. For party favors, try goody bags filled with custom food treats or wearable favors such as personalized collars, fancy leashes and clip-on bow ties / hair bands, grooming products and toys.
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I decided to buy John Perry's book "The Art of Procrastination" after hearing the entertaining author on National Public Radio. But I haven't gotten around to reading it, which might hold true for others who need to learn about productive ways of procrastinating.
What a conundrum for Perry. If only all of us who need the book had ordered it without delay, he would be outselling the blockbuster "Fifty Shades of Grey."
Perry's visit to Southern Pines on Thursday is a reminder to find his book and learn more about what the Stanford University professor describes as "structured procrastination." He explains why some of us who fit this description get things done, just not the things we - or others - believe we should be doing. Sometimes procrastination can be good if it means we think twice before we act.
If you're a procrastinator, don't delay reading his book, or Perry will regret having written one for us instead of for compulsive shoppers. You know they would have bought it already. Perry will be at the Country Bookshop at 5 p.m.
Poetry takes the limelight in the latest edition of the literary publication "Pembroke Magazine, Number 44: The American South." In the literary magazine, which really is more of a book, you'll find the works of 24 poets, with most contributing more then one poem.
Fiction wasn't neglected. Five short stories are included. In nonfiction, Scott Bigelow of UNC-Pembroke writes about history told in a 1857 ledger. Shelby Stephenson, a poet and former editor of Pembroke Magazine, reviews the work of another poet, Anthony Abbott.
A year's subscription to Pembroke Magazine is $12. Information can be found at uncp.edu/ PembrokeMagazine or on Facebook.
Oct. 14: The N.C. Literary Hall of Fame meets at 2 p.m. at the Weymouth Center to induct writers.
Oct. 16: Sherry Virtz of Random House Publishing presents the publisher'' fall books at the Country Bookshop at 6 p.m.
Oct. 18: John Perry, author of "The Art of Procrastination," will be at the Country Bookshop at 5 p.m.
Oct. 18: Let's Talk About It: Mysteries — Clues to Who We Are" is a book discussion series of top mystery writers. The topic is "Devil in a Blue Dress," by Walter Mosley, at 6:30 p.m. at the Headquarters Library, 300 Maiden Lane. Registration is required by visiting cumberland.lib.nc.us or by calling 483-7727 ext. 202
Oct. 26: David Sedaris will be at the Durham Performing Arts Center. Tickets range from $40-$55 at DPACnc.com.
Oct. 27: Howard Owen, author of "Littlejohn" and the "Oregon Hill," will be at the Bordeaux Branch Library for a reading at 2 p.m. He will sign copies of his book afterward.
Nov. 1: Let's Talk About It: Mysteries — Clues to Who We Are is a book discussion series of top mystery writers. The topic is "Time's Witness," by Michael Malone, at 6:30 p.m. at the Headquarters Library, 300 Maiden Lane. Registration is required. by visiting cumberland.lib.nc.us or by calling 483-7727 ext. 202
Nov. 12: Lenore De Pree, author of "90 Brothers and Sisters," will be at the Country Bookshop at 4:30 p.m.
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On entering the hotel, we were surprised by a shabby-looking sofa and clapped-out grand piano, which weren't in keeping with the rest of the surroundings. A lot of effort had been made with art deco furniture and modern art pieces, so the sofa and piano looked incongruous. However, we were welcomed and made to feel at home and our room... More
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Smoking volcanoes spin by as a sea of Mayan weaving lurches from one side of the chicken bus to the other. With the Mayan majority on constant display, dramatic geography, and prices a student could love, for some, Guatemala is the quintessential Central American experience. One of its mandatory stops, incredible Antigua Guatemala, was once the capital of an enormous swath of the Americas. Frozen in time for centuries thanks to repeated earthquakes, today it has been impeccably restored in all its rubble and glory ... not to mention it's the best traveller's hub from here to Cuzco. From crater lakes to the ruins of Tikal, it's a miracle Guatemala is still off the radar for so many. Let's hope it stays that way.
Central America Explorer (CGCA)
The ultimate exploration of Mayan culture for those who want the complete experience but prefer a more comfortable option. Explore the ruins at Copán and Tikal, walk the cobblestones in the colonial cities of Suchitoto and Antigua, and take part in a Mayan tree-planting ceremony after a local lunch on breathtaking Lake Atitlán. From the Caribbean flavour of Livingston to lesser-visited El Salvador, your local CEO will show you the region's hidden gems and make sure your trip burns brightly in your memory long after you've left this crossroads of Mayan culture.
Highlights: Explore ancient Mayan ruins and UNESCO World Heritage sites, meet local artisans and watch demonstrations of their traditional techniques, visit modern day Mayan communities and participate in a Mayan tree-planting ceremony, take a cooking class and enjoy the results for lunch
Backroads of Central America (CRSG)
Take the road less travelled through Central America with other travellers your own age—so you can be sure to get down with other adventurers that'll keep up. This is one of our most exciting trips, filled with breathtaking scenery—from tropical rainforests alive with jungle melodies to colonial cities bouncing to a decidedly more human beat. You'll blaze your own path as you discover a region of volcanoes, craters, beaches and lush forests. Sticking to budget accommodation and public transport will keep costs down and you rooted in local life.
Highlights: Connect with your hosts in an Ometepe homestay experience, laugh with the locals during a chicken bus journey, bliss out on a remote stretch of Nicaraguan beach, stroll through Antigua's colonial streets, explore Mayan ruins, sample regional specialties like El Salvador's pupusas.
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Hello, I'm not comfortable giving away my plate flowers until I find a hanger and an adhesive for the hangers that I can count on. Some of you may remember that the plumbers goop gave way on the metal to glass after a year here in NH, and some of you have had similar experience with it in your gardens. Some have advocated 2 part epoxy based on short term indoor experiments. I've also wondered about mac glue which the developer of uses for stained glass stepping stones in her own garden. So I decided to do an experiment as follows:
4 Plate Flowers total using the following adhesives
Here is a pic of the adhesives: I made them about 3 weeks ago and left them inside to cure for a week and set them outside two weeks ago. We have already had several days of -10F. 2 of the plates were sitting on the back porch because the spoons are too big for the pipes that I have, one of each automotive goop and 2 part epoxy. Results so far, after 2 weeks in NH winter weather. A: GE Silicone II good on glass to glass as usual for me
When I looked closely at the spoon which still had the epoxy on it, I realized that it was actually flaking off and I pulled it off easily in one piece. Here is a pic of it, I'm going to post other pics in the next post. kathy |
Follow-Up Postings:
- Posted by concretenprimroses 4B NH (My Page) on Wed, Dec 23, 09 at 12:43
Here are other pics: Some of the mac glued embellishments have already fallen off this one! This has a cake server backing attached with 2 part epoxy. And here is the back. YOu can see the cake server has a really large surface area. Here is the other that is in the garden with a spoon hanger attached with Automotive goop: And its spoon back attached with Automotive Goop. And finally here is the one with Automotive Goop still on the porch. It has lost one of its embellishments. I'll epoxy the other one again and try it again. kathy |
- Posted by marlene_2008 7 (My Page) on Wed, Dec 23, 09 at 14:46
Thanks for sharing all of this info with us Kathy! I haven't made any new plate flowers in a while, but it's good to see what the spoon backs will do...I want to use those next time too! |
- Posted by concretenprimroses 4B NH (My Page) on Wed, Dec 23, 09 at 20:01
Yes, just make sure the spoon handle will fit into the pipe or conduit or what ever you are using for the stem! I've got to get a wider piece of conduit. Also it seems like it must be a fluke for the 2 part epoxy to have fallen off so quickly. (Tho it seemed very firmly attached until I put it outside). I'll carefull clean the plate and spoon and sand the spoon a little bit before trying it again. As much as i like the spoons, the cake server which didn't have to be flattened was even better! The other thing is get cheap stainless spoons. I had a couple that I could hardly dent with a sledge hammer never mind flatten. kathy |
I used flattened spoons for the backs of mine too and I just used the same silicon that I used for the flowers. I couldn't use GE silicon as we don't seem to be able to get it here but it's very similar. I used Selleys Glass Silicon Sealant for Windows and Aquariums and it's suitable for glass, aluminium, stainless steal etc. I made my 3 flowers a couple of weeks ago and they've been sitting outside on my table in the heat (it's summer here) and so far they're fine. I'm not sure how they'l go in the freezing cold tho, we don't get anything below 0 degrees celsius here in winter but we get it as hot as 45c in summer (YUK!) Thanks for sharing your info! (((hugs))) Tracey |
- Posted by luna_llena_feliz 5B (My Page) on Thu, Dec 24, 09 at 1:34
Thanks for the experiments and test results! I know what you mean about testing things in the garden in the frozen tundra. I imagine it is a pain to take things in and out of the garden when the seasons change, especially if you have a large collection. Plus the plate flowers look so pretty in the snow! Keep up your experiments Kathy! |
Thanks for taking the time to test these products. I live in Florida so don't have the cold & have had good results with the GE Silicon glue. The mosaic forum use it all the time. |
- Posted by concretenprimroses 4B NH (My Page) on Thu, Dec 24, 09 at 12:48
The only problem I have had with the ge silicone II is when I tried to use it to attach metal pipe fittings to the back of glass plates that the plate flowers would hang off of, in other words glass to metal plus weight. Hence this experiment looking for another solution. I think it will take almost a year because its possible that something that holds up in the winter won't stand the summer heat, which I think was the problem with plumbers goop. We get well into the 90sF here in summer tho usually not for very many days. And yes, I absolutely don't want to lug stuff into storage. Gettin too old and lazy. kathy |
Kathy! This is such a GREAT helpful experiment!!!! Thank you for the extra work and the pictures!!! You're THE BEST! I once posted a glue question on this site and someone recommended the site below. THERE IS A WEBSITE JUST ON GLUE! LOL The internet is AMAZING! Kathy, keep us posted. :o) Bear Hugs! Kirk |
Here is a link that might be useful: Glue This to That
- Posted by luna_llena_feliz 5B (My Page) on Thu, Dec 24, 09 at 15:46
Thank you so much for the link, Kirkus! I'm sure that will come in handy in the future! |
Great experiment! I realize it is a little early in the process, but the automotive goop is looking pretty promising! Also - more lovely plate flowers. I really like the last one, and the one with the green inner plate and orange marbles - nice stuff! Sheryll |
What a great experiment. I have always used GE II and have never had a problem and some of my flowers have been outside for two years. Course I'm in Florida so maybe the weather has a lot to do with it. Thanks for sharing. Donna in Florida |
- Posted by laurastheme (My Page) on Fri, Dec 25, 09 at 0:53
Interesting. I have good luck with GE silicone for glass to glass, but haven't tried it on glass to metal. I tried 2 part epoxy about a year ago and it all fell apart. I've also tried a marine epoxy that has to be kneaded. It's supposed to hold up to something like 350 lbs. It doesn't. I used it on flowers to vinyl fittings for backing and they all fell off. I've wanted to try spoons or other metal items, but didn't know what adhesive to use. Maybe I'll try automotive goop and see what happens. |
Good experiment. For glass on glass I still think Lexel is the best, but it needs a two week cure time indoors and it doesn't work consistently with glass on metal or any other surface type, just glass on glass. I've also found that making sure the surface is cleaned with rubbing alcohol first goes a long way to keep a good bond. A lot of times I notice a film on glass globs and I have to really force myself to think and give them a swipe with rubbing alcohol before gluing them to things. |
- Posted by concretenprimroses 4B NH (My Page) on Sat, Dec 26, 09 at 13:49
Thats an excellent point about the rubbing alcohol Adina. Laura, I'm not sure about automotive goop and summer heat, but certainly they claim it withstands high temperatures! I may make another plate with ge ii holding the spoon on just as a test. And I'll wipe globs off with alcohol. I re-epoxied the green plate and spoon, and I cleaned the plate with orange cleaner and wiped it with alcohol just to make sure it wasn't greasy. Kathy |
- Posted by luvstocraft z9 Ca. (My Page) on Mon, Dec 28, 09 at 12:50
Very interesting experiment. I wanted to mention that some glues actually state that a few drops holds better than a whole glob of the glue on an item. Many of the super glues are that way. I'll be checking back for more of your reports on the results of the tests. Luvs |
- Posted by catalinagrey MN 3/4 (My Page) on Wed, Dec 30, 09 at 13:17
Great experiment! I'm doing one of my own, but not as extensive as yours. I live in MN - we get very cold winters (-15 F to -30 F below) and hot summers (100 F). I left 2 totems and 2 flowers outside. One flower with a bell hanger and one with a flattened spoon. The totems are frozen to the ground and covered in 3 feet of snow, so I'll have to wait a few months to see how they are doing. They are glued together with just silicon glue. The flowers are also still holding together. Or maybe they are just frozen together! ;) |
- Posted by calamity_j z7bc (My Page) on Wed, Dec 30, 09 at 13:20
This is great info Primroses!!!! I too am frustrated with some of the glues, and have to remember to clean ALL the stuff before glueing it. Jane |
GE Silicone II Glass to Glass has withstanded 2 years for my SIL for a hanging totem left out all 4 seasons. Withstanded -10 degrees last winter and 90 degree summers. The metal to glass using Ge Silcone II was a disaster in the summer a year ago in the rain. |
- Posted by concretenprimroses 4B NH (My Page) on Wed, Dec 30, 09 at 14:48
Catalina, I'm glad you are doing an experiment too. I also have a totem outside, but since its all glass to glass using ge ii, I'm assuming it will be ok. Hope I'm right. Its my Teeger memorial (my kitty who died this fall) and the other night the light in it was flashing. I'm sure its just wearing out, or reacting to the cold, but my first thought was communication from my dead kitty, isn't that silly. kathy |
- Posted by tendinghisgarden SDZone 4 (My Page) on Sat, Jan 2, 10 at 11:28
Kathy, I asked about what to use to keep plate flowers together and I was directed to this post. There's nothing more discouraging than finding your that your glass flowers have fallen apart under a snowbank. Thank you for your experiment. Look like I need to find automotive goop. Vicki |
- Posted by forboystoo (My Page) on Sun, Jan 17, 10 at 13:31
I used those old wire plate holders that you use to hang your plates on a wall and attached to a fence post...I've got to learn how to post pictures....I promise I'll get back soon...I would love to hear comments and suggestions ...This is my first time trying flowers and totems (And I learned it all here !!!) Thanks so much... |
A key to GOOP products is to apply a small amount to each surface to be glued. Let it stand for a few minutes, till it gets a tacky film on it. Then join the 2 pieces, and for very best results, clamp it. I always used masking tape to hold the pieces together for at least 24 hrs and never had any trouble with GOOP coming apart. I used to make totems and other glass/metal (copper) garden art for years and sold more than I can remember and none ever came back for repairs, and I used Plumbers Goop exclusively. Oddly enough, I never had good luck with GEII. Never waste your time on those 2 part epoxies..they are just not accurately measured enough, and you have to really mix them a lot to get the chemicals to activate. Plus it does have a tendency to get brittle. Stick with the liquid/gel products such as the GEII and GOOP. (Also, the GOOP products are all pretty much the same formulation BTW) |
and notice that it looks like he roughed up the glass with sandpaper. probably the fork also. |
- Posted by concretenprimroses 4B NH (My Page) on Wed, Jan 27, 10 at 11:29
Thank you for continuing to comment on this thread. Dcarch, now put the whole experiment in the garden for the winter! Ha Ha. I think the problem must be the glass plates. Most of them are not perfectly flat on the bottom and many have a design and or ridges. Maybe I should try epoxying a flat piece of glass to the spoon and them attaching the glass to the back of the plate with GE II. I'll try to do that this weekend. I have some little round pieces of glass that I was wondering what to do with. The green plate has fallen off again. (epoxied) I just noticed it outside in the snowbank. The two automotive goop plates and one other epoxied plate are still in place. ALL the embellishments, glued with MAC glue, are off. They look kind of pitiful lying in the cups of the flowers and scattered in the snow! (My GE II Teeger memorial totem with embellishments is still perfect dispite dh having dragged some brush over it) I DID put the automotive goop on both parts and then after a bit, pressed together, as I did previously with the plumbers goop (per the instructions on the card). I also weighted the spoon down (didn't bend it all the way until ready to place in garden). Taping it is a good idea tho. If I redo the green plate with a flat piece of glass I'll also do another automotive goop attached plate and make sure to really press them together then hold with tape for a while. It would probably generally be a good idea to attach the spoon to the bottom plate before assembling the rest of the flower because you could clamp it. Not sure I'll ever be that organized but maybe! Temps won't hit 20 below again (I hope) but it will be freezing and wet. Although it looks good for automotive goop at the moment, I think the summer heat may take its toll which is what happened to my glass/metal bonds with the Plumbers goop last summer. Still AG is rated to 140 F which I think is higher than Pg. Disclaimer: we get 20 below zero F here in winter, so people in milder climates may have success with products that don't work for me. And it almost never goes over 100 F in summer though it is in the 90s a fair bit. MAC Glue: Although I have to say not to use this on our glass projects for out doors if you have very cold winters, I LOVE this glue! I have repaired things with it indoors that I didn't think could be repaired. And the bond is very very strong and the glue is as clear as glass! It is very expensive but a little goes a long way. I plan on using it for some indoor glass projects. I am taking a mosaic class and Weldbond is included in the class fee. (Water based do not use WB out doors!) Weldbond is a good glue and dries clear, but its messy, for me anyway. I am able to be less messy with MAC glue and therefore less wasteful. |
- Posted by plumnellyga 8 (My Page) on Tue, Feb 2, 10 at 16:21
I believe roughing both surfaces & cleaning w/Windex, followed by alcohol is the key to getting a secure bond. No fingerprints on the glass either--they leave oily prints; so handle by edges. I've used Liquid Nails Clear Seal sealant w/good results, but no extremely cold temps; just blazing hot. I 'll be trying the MAC, too. |
Has anyone tried Gorilla Glue? Ogre Mom |
- Posted by grandmathyme (My Page) on Sat, May 1, 10 at 0:49
>>Has anyone tried Gorilla Glue? I've used Gorilla Glue multiple times, but it doesn't dry clear, so would show through the clear glass. I got a huge broken pot from Fred Meyers about 3 years ago and glued it together with Gorilla Glue, planted in it, and it's held together beautifully. I find, with Gorilla Glue, you have to wet both pieces with water before attaching them together. |
- Posted by concretenprimroses 4B NH (My Page) on Sun, May 2, 10 at 5:01
That's really interesting about wetting for Gorilla glue. My problem with it is that besides not being clear, it expands as it drys. So not good for everything. I'm hoping to glue my glass blobs back on my flowers to day. (with ge silicone ii) They look pitiful! Kathy |
- Posted by concretenprimroses 4B NH (My Page) on Tue, May 11, 10 at 8:25
Discovered the plate flower epoxied to the cake server laying on its face right next to a rock this weekend. Didn't hit the rock thank goodness. Cake server still hanging on the fence. I didn't do the flat glass experiment with the epoxy yet. Just forgot in the midst of so much to do! I suppose I should, in case automotive goop fails this summer. Kathy |
How's the automotive goop holding up? I glued the metal spoon with GE sil 2 on the back of plate flower...now wondering if it will hold? Lisa |
- Posted by threekittens_ia (My Page) on Mon, Feb 14, 11 at 0:26
Just wondering. Will the GE II adhere plastic pipe fittings to the plates? Or can't it even be used on plastic. I found a facuet repair flange thing at a home improvement store that has a threaded center and a tapered elbow thing to go in it. The elbow's tapered end would fit nicely in 1/2" pipe. |
Interesting results here . . . I've made a few plate flowers using the spoon method for the back. I use the GE Silicone II for that as well. No problems here in Central Florida and it has been freezing a couple times. |
- Posted by RedBarnFarmWI 4 (My Page) on Mon, Feb 14, 11 at 17:49
I spent all weekend building glass totems - thanks for all the great ideas!!! Went yesterday to Menards and found PVC 'caps' that i'll be attaching inside of vases (upside down) to put the PVC pipe in. I also found PVC 4 way's to glue to the back of the plate flowers. I figured they had more area to glue, so might hold better. I'll put the pvc pipe into one of the inserts. I also plan on putting rebar up into the PVC, just using the PVC as a sheath to protect the glass from the rebar. I'll be using the GEII silicone. They won't be able to go out for a couple of months yet tho - as the ground is still froze. |
- Posted by threekittens_ia (My Page) on Mon, Feb 14, 11 at 19:54
Here's the plastic pieces I thought might work for plate backs. That is, if the GE II will adhere plastic to glass/ceramic. I'm in Iowa with -20 to 110 temp range more or less. |
- Posted by laurastheme (My Page) on Mon, Feb 14, 11 at 22:58
I use something similar to threekittens. I use a PVC elbow screwed into a PVC cap. The cap gives an ample surface for gluing to the glass flower back. As you can see in the photo I let the silicone ooze out a little around the cap. Doesn't look as tacky as it shows in the photo and I think it tends to give a better bond. It's on the back so it doesn't really show. |
- Posted by milchi_grow 5 (My Page) on Tue, Feb 15, 11 at 2:36
There has been a lot of discussion about the most efficient glues on this forum. I realize that you are not talking about totems on this thread, but I wonder if any of you who are making totems have considered using Museum Gel. While I haven't used it outside under rugged weather conditions, I have used in my unair-conditoned home with great results. It only takes a few balls on the surface, which spread out. Within about an hour, it holds very tight. It dries to a transparent finish. The wonderful thing about it is that you can easily take it apart (to wipe out condensation?) by giving it a twist and just putting it together again. It can be reused and lasts forever. There are three different kinds, Quaketite(?), Museum Gel and Museum Putty, used for different surfaces. Its recommended for earthquake country to secure fragile things. It may not hold well on slanted or vertical surfaces and shouldn't by used in intense sunlight. |
so, just wondering in the long run which type of glue held up the best? and which type of joining to the plate worked out the best? just getting started making these and i want them to last. especially if i give them away or sell them. |
So... 2 years later, what worked? What didn't? Yep, I'm brand new and have made 3 flowers but drilled them. I've broken enough stuff to be discouraged and want to use silicone if it holds. |
- Posted by a.girl.named.max 4a (My Page) on Sun, May 22, 11 at 8:25
I've had great results with drilling. Actually I've never broken a piece drilling. Are you using a diamond core drill bit? |
- Posted by concretenprimroses 4B NH (My Page) on Mon, May 23, 11 at 6:20
Hi, I just saw this thread is revived. Gotta go Garden Club shopping today and I haven't made up the list yet (buying thousands of flowers with a couple of other GC members- so much fun). So won't have an extra time today between that and then working later to compensate. I'll try to report back in a few days. Some things failed over the winter here (-20 F.) Kathy |
Keeping in mind that epoxy is what they use to glue rear view mirrors to glass, and they last years in all kind of weather. dcarch |
I'm using a "spade" bit for tile and glass. All of the internet research I did before I started said that this type of bit will last longer that the diamond type. How many items can you drill before yours wears out? How much was your bit? |
- Posted by a.girl.named.max 4a (My Page) on Wed, May 25, 11 at 14:19
The cost of diamond core bits depends on the brand, size of the bit, and the retailer. I use Hitachi and the cost is between $10 and $15. I've never broken a piece of glass and I haven't had to replace any bits yet. I'm not sure how many pieces I've drilled. I use water as lubrication and I'm careful with the speed and pressure. Not too slow and not too fast. Regarding the pressure ...if I see smoke I back off on the pressure and make sure I have enough water lubricating. I've watched DBF break and crack many pieces using the spade type bit. So I've decided that the small extra cost of the diamond core bit actually saves me money. So when possible I like to drill in lieu of glue. For projects that I can't drill, my favorite glass to glass glue is "Glass, Metal, & More". It's water and weatherproof for outdoor use and it dries clear. However, I've had mixed results in using this glue when glueing pieces that have different substrates (i.e. glass to some bone china.) I have a tube of GE Silicone II but haven't tried it yet. |
still wondering what glue for metal to glass held up the best and what/how was used for the hook? i don't think i want to do the drilling thing, but if you do how do you then attach it to the stem? how are leaves attached to the stem? please help a newbie. thanks! |
- Posted by leafaholic 8WA (My Page) on Thu, May 26, 11 at 13:30
I think as probably been said here before that gluing pieces to hold them in place and gluing something that will have pressure such as hanging are two different things. GEII as I understand is really a sealer. It works well for holding but doesn't have the strength for hanging and pulling. Also just edges touching may not be enough for the GEII to hold. I have a GOG window glued with GOOP for plumbing that has been hanging outside in rainy WA for 7 or 8 years. Just this winter I had two pieces fall off. I may have been that water got in a little and froze and pushed it loose. The GOOP seemed to have become a little brittle too. Just my observations . |
- Posted by snowbunny_wi 4 (My Page) on Fri, Jun 3, 11 at 13:23
I'm another driller. I've tried glue and it didn't work so I'm done experimenting when I know what works. I use the tile & glass bit and I've broken a few, some because of my own error not the bit. It's more time consuming but I can feel confident that my plates won't be falling apart plus a screw, washers & nut are cheap and easy to find for attaching to the copper pipe :) Now, if I give the totems a try I will use the GEII. |
- Posted by concretenprimroses 4B NH (My Page) on Sat, Jun 4, 11 at 8:51
Hi everyone! I just double checked my garden, and the automotive goop held spoons are still attached after 2 winters. Also several older ones with pipe fittings that had fallen apart have now held together for 2 winters with automotive goop. Its a lucky thing because I'm giving two of them away: one of my closest friends grandaughter has a new home and I'm giving them as a housewarming gift. She had asked to buy a couple. I'm actually very flattered that she wanted them. However I believe that some of the garden signs that I made for the local shelter have fallen off their plastic pipe fittings! I haven't had time yet to go over and check it out and fix them, but I'll report (probably next week) when I do. I used plastic pipe fittings and conduit over there because I thought it would be less dangerous if it fell apart. So it seems likely that the automotive goop didn't work as well on plastic. BTW, to get goop on both surfaces: I put some goop on the spoon then pressed it onto the plate, then pulled apart. That's how I got goop in the right place on the plate. You let it sit for a few minutes (whatever the label says, I don't remember) The press together. One of my totems (geii)feel apart (into 2 pieces) this winter. But it was slightly crooked and on a hillside and I think that's why. Have fun. |
Thanks for the update.... I have not had any flowers out, but my totems with GEII have held up outside for about 5-6 years. I have had only 2 to separate--one got knocked over and came apart at the seam, and one 'ceramic' piece flaked off and came apart-the GEII held. We have had dry, hot 100+ summers, and the last 2 winters we have had more below freezing weather than I wanted, living in Florida!!!LOL I know this is a plate flower post, but thought I would throw this in. |
- Posted by concretenprimroses 4B NH (My Page) on Sat, Jun 4, 11 at 10:58
I forgot to say that a spoon and a pipe fitting with plumbers goop from spring 2 years ago failed over the winter. (These may be my last ones with plumbers goop, I can't find my notes, so I'm not sure. But I made them right before the older ones with PG fell apart.) I couldn't find the automotive goop, so I used "fast steel" which is one of those putty like epoxys that comes in a tube to repair them. I've got to photo them so I remember which ones they are. It will be interesting to see if they hold up metal to metal. The spoon was metal to metal because there was a washer on the back of the plate. It must have been one that I originally had a pipe fitting on. I need to better organize my results and start a new thread, which can refer back to this one. Once the urgent gardening season is over and I start making stuff again, I will do so. Kathy |
gorilla glue. i get flustered just hearing that. word. i glued a spatula to my new countertop. it was kinda funny but terrifying at the same time. it came off fine with no damage to anything . |
- Posted by redcadlady none (My Page) on Fri, Sep 9, 11 at 15:38
Wanting to make some of the flower plates,with some of my grandmothers plates, to give to children and grandchildren. I was wondering what you'all have decided is best to glue, glass to glass, for heat and cold weather, before I give them as gifts? |
- Posted by concretenprimroses 4B NH (My Page) on Fri, Sep 9, 11 at 17:54
Ge silicone ii for windows and doors, clear: for plates to plates, glass or ceramic Automotive goop for spoon to the back of a plate Kathy/toomuchglass who lives in WI says that lexel works as well as silicone and dries clear, so I'm going to try it on a bunch instead of ge silicone ii. It is a bit frustrating how the ge ii doesn't really dry clear. Kathy |
threekittens_ia Where do you find the white flange pieces? I've looked at several hardware stores for something just like this and cannot find them. I've never used a flattened spoon before but I'm going to try it right now. I've been using E-6000 for 2 years and have had excellent results so I'm going to use it with my spoon back today. I'll leave my plate flower outside after it's cured and see what happens. I'm selling at a craft fair next month so I'll see how it holds up. Thanks for sharing. |
- Posted by concretenprimroses 4B NH (My Page) on Mon, Oct 17, 11 at 20:23
Hi Katherine, I think you will find that embellishments stay on with either ge silicone ii for window and doors, clear OR Lexel clear, which actually dries totally clear but is more expensive than ge ii. People in Wisconsin and Montana use lexel with good results outside all winter, so I'm now using it on clear things, on their word. The only problem is it takes a LONG time to cure, and Toomuchglass says if you don't use the tube pretty quickly it dries up. (Odd considering that the cure time is so long?) There are some other people here who drill their pieces. I don't dare yet. But some pieces that I would like to use are quite heavy and I think drilling may be the way to go. I'm looking forward to more about your creations. Kathy |
- Posted by leafaholic (My Page) on Wed, Nov 23, 11 at 17:07
I have been browsing this topic for info for Arizona summer. A GOG window I did 4 or 5 years ago (B/4 this forum for me) has discolored glue that has failed in many places. I'm sure it hangs out all summer. I must have used Goop as this was all I knew about at the time. I want to redo it but can't decide what glue will stand the 120 degree days in Quartzsite Any ideas? |
- Posted by concretenprimroses 4B NH (My Page) on Wed, Nov 23, 11 at 19:43
I think most people use ge silicone ii for windows and doors clear for gog. I guess lexel should work too. Just don't hang it too soon since the cure time is so long. Lots of people use ge ii in hot climates. I haven't heard as much about lexel which is more expensive but much clearer. Kathy |
Wow, what a wonderful collection of what sticks the best and the longest! I've tried using GE Silicon II but found it not as easy to apply as what I've been using, E6000 which comes in a smaller tube and I can get a very nice bead of glue right where I want it. Now the sad news is that after having my totems out for the last 2 years in 90 - 110 degree summers and winters with low 30's/high 20's I've found the glue has turned from clear to opaque. Nothing has fallen apart though. UGH!! So today I went to HD and purchased a new tube of GE Silicon II clear for Windows. Now I need to know how long it takes to set up before I could think about selling an item? Also it sounds like maybe for plate flowers the spoons should be applied with some other type of glue? Maybe I could still use my E600 for the backs of the flowers. Time always tells but it seems like everything has been good until two years goes by. |
Lexel users- does this stuff smell really bad? DH said I'll need lots of ventilation to use this stuff... |
- Posted by concretenprimroses 4B NH (My Page) on Sun, Nov 27, 11 at 13:26
Flowers geii sets up quite quickly. I would think a couple of days would be fine. I attach the spoons with automotive goop and that definitely takes a couple of days. Lexel takes a month to cure. I didn't notice any particular smell but I did use it mostly out on the porch. Kathy |
- Posted by laurastheme (My Page) on Sun, Nov 27, 11 at 18:05
The information that I'm getting is that E6000 doesn't work well for outdoor use. A MONTH cure for Lexel??? I read 1-2 weeks! I only used it once because of the long cure time, but have thought about trying it again. I've been using GE silicone for the spoons on the back of flowers. I tried pulling them off and they wouldn't budge. Should I change to automotive goop? |
I've been using E6000 for two years and it's been perfect for holding together totems and plate flowers with spoons. The only negative that I've experienced is that it seems to have turned opaque on some of the totems. I inspected my PF's today and they haven't shown signs of the glue turning opaque. It seems like GEII is the one being used widespread and for quite some years so it must be the one to use. Has anyone experienced the clear turning white or opaque? |
I add glass pieces to my sculptures; many I have posted here off and on. The link KatherineMidwest posted shows a drill used to make holes in the plates. I prefer a Dremel Tool. It is so much easier to manipulate and diamond bits are inexpensive on ebay. I can't function without a Dremel Tool it is the most versatile of all my tools. With the "cut-off" wheel you can easily trim the mounting bolt right down to the nut. |
Hoping this posting isn't dead and someone will reply =) Kathy, thank you so much for posting your experiments and results. Greatly appreciate it!! Your work is lovely too! I've been researching and experimenting for several months now with plate flowers and different types of adhesive and haven't found anything yet to be truly successful. I live in the southwest...VERY hot summers and can be very cold winters, but with very little moisture. The Lexel I tried first, but found that it varies greatly as to it's cure time if it even cures at all. Some items on the same flower done the same day in the same conditions would cure in a few days...others a few weeks...others over a month. On another PF, parts of it cured while others didn't cure at all???? It remained a gooey mess. I can't figure it out. Any ideas/suggestions on as to why that may occur?? I've used Liquid nails clear small projects (for indoor/outdoor use) goes on very well and seems to have a secure hold, but don't hold up outside for even a day. I have used two part epoxies for many years and have always liked them for most of my projects, but found it unsuccessful for this application (too brittle). I will try the GE Silicone II, but was hoping to have several flowers done before Christmas this year to give as gifts =( and not sure how to get the old/unsuccessful adhesive off to redo with the GE II. I would sure appreciate any suggestions and thank you again for posting your results! |
- Posted by laurastheme (My Page) on Sat, Oct 6, 12 at 4:09
I've used GE silicone for years with success. Once in awhile I have a failure, but I find that out before putting them outside. I pull hard on all the glued pieces. If they feel even a little bit 'soft' I take them apart and do over. Doesn't happen very often. Just make sure when you buy the silicone that the date hasn't expired. It's imprinted on the bottom end of the tube and is hard to see. I get the squeeze tube but some people use the tube with the gun. Getting the old glue off is the yucky part. I scrape and sand until I'm sure it's all gone. Nothing sticks to silicone after it's cured. We live in a rather mild climate and I leave my flowers out all year around. No hot summers, but we have some winter temps around 32 degrees or a little below. I have a relative in Okla. who has one of my flowers and she hasn't had any problem with the heat. I don't know if she brings it in during the winter or not. Good luck. |
Thank you for your reply, Laura! Thank you also for your advice and experience! I will check the expiration date on the Lexel...I'll be ticked if it has expired as it's pretty expensive. Tried it again on a new PF and it didn't set up at all....simply remained a gooey mess =( I will definitely give the GE a try. I must admit, I'm not looking forward to trying to get the old adhesive off, but I will get to it as Christmas is right around the corner =) Thank you again! |
I'm just starting this cause I saw them at a trade days and loved them but the lady would not reveal what glue she used. I have googled and googled and came to an interesting conclusion.What could be stronger and more waterproof than aquarium sealent?Any thoughts out there? |
Aquarium sealant is what I use. I've tried other stuff, but it seems to eventually get brittle and give way. Haven't had that problem with the aquarium sealant. Only down side is that I have only found the aquarium sealant in small tubes, so it gets expensive that way. |
Thanks for your reply. I guess if it holds well,in the long run it's worth it! |
I just made my first plate flowers and a bird bath. I used the GE Silicone II Caulk and am hoping all holds! I'm in PA and we get very hot, humid summers and pretty cold winters. I just assumed I would take in the flowers at end of summer but if they will hold up in the cold, they would be pretty out there in the snow. What is everyone using for the pole? Do wooden dowel rods hold up? |
With the first few flowers and totems I made I used wooden dowel rods. They lastest about two years before they rotted in the soil. I now use a piece of rebar and put a piece of painted pvc over it to hang the flower on. I'm using bent spoons on the back of my plate flowers. The totems can just slip over the piece of rebar. I've been using liquid rubber to coat the ends of the rebar so it doesn't hit on the glass. Good luck and have fun making more. |
Thanks for your reply. Good to now about the dowel rod.I am going to try the rebar. I found a couple bottles to glue on the back of the plates and then I will just slip them over the rebar. I would not have thought to coat it! Will do that too! Thanks again! |
I'm trying to figure out why you use adhesives. Why not drill the glass and mount the created flower using a glass drawer-pull or simple nuts and bolts with a cover glued over the screw head? |
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I own this car - My approximate mileage is 180,000
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I own this car - My approximate mileage is 275,000
overall rating 8 of 10rating detailsPros: "Very impressive engineering and performance."
Cons: "Older car, some tinkering required"
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"This is the second BMW we have owned. It has over 275,000 miles and we have rebuilt it for continued service. The motor was untouched. It still had excellent compression in all cylinders and there was little leak-down. The transmission was also great - we drained and refilled with SWEPCO 201 and it shifts and holds great. What we did replace was the shocks, struts, springs, clutch, shift linkage bushings, transmission mount bushings, sway bar bushings, steering rack and tie rods, water pump, fan clutch, brake hardware, and wheel bearings. It now runs and handles like new. Very impressive engineering. Great on-line community support for repairs and upgrades - lots of instruction and U-Tube videos. Repair parts are suprisingly inexpensive with the exception of a few dealer-only trim pieces. Definately a car you can keep for 500k miles without cracking open the motor - just keep synthetic oil in it and change every 5k or so. If you find a low mileage car, you can expect to have reliable transportation. Our car had a great body, interior, but was driven by a salesman and he had wore out the clutch, wheel bearings and suspension - so the parts mentioned. The fan clutch and water pump was strictly preventitive. The E36 is best for people who like to perform basic tinkering and maintenance on their own - as the cars age you will have to replace some worn and dried out items (belts, hoses, vacuum lines, etc.). It does not take a lot of tools or skill, but a few hours of BMW mechanic time does add up. Great car. Lots of fun to drive. 28 mpg overall and cheap to insure."
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I own this car - My approximate mileage is 159,000
overall rating 9 of 10rating detailsPros: "Takes a turn, auto windows, solid motor"
Cons: "May not best in snow, need snow tires"
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"Good on corners, large group of people doing all kinds of customization to these. Parts for sale anywhere and cheap Good mileage and faster than people say Will go 80 + all day long Need to nake sure cooling systems is maintained and I even changed out coolant to waterless. This takes the presure out of the equation Can get 30+ MPG Go wider on tires, stock size makes it handle badly"
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I own this car - My approximate mileage is 244,000
overall rating 10 of 10rating detailsPros: "Amazing!"
Cons: "The cup holders are under the arm rest."
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"This car drives and handles like the cars you read about in magazines. It cruises comfortably and quietly at 75mph at about 25mpg. Every one said the maintenance would be expensive but its not the reality is it just doesn't break. Also parts are cheap and plentiful on E-Bay."
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By PaulAllensCard (CA) on Monday, August 19, 2013
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 159,000
overall rating 9 of 10rating detailsPros: "Build quality, performance, styling, coolness"
Cons: "Expensive repairs, so-so MPG"
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"I bought my Alpine White 1994 325is coupe in 2004 never having driven a BMW. I didn't even know how to drive stickshift at the time and it's a manual- it was an awkward sale but I'm so happy I got it. Mine has every available option for the 3-series that year, including heated power sport seats, the advanced trip computer and the sport suspension package. Driving it is sublime, you're in total control of a rock-solid machine with an ultra-precise shifting gearbox, amazing handling characteristics and the horsepower to back it up. It easily spins the tires into second gear (with traction control turned off, of course)and the engine lets out such a satisfying yet tasteful roar that is woefully missing from the later model 3-series (having driven several E46 models I noticed this, and it feels like newer 325's have much less power too). On the down side, I have spent SO much money keeping this car in tip-top shape. Repairs are very expensive. The engine & transmission have never given me problems but many little things have, such as the windows, fuel pump, gauges and various electronic/luxury features. And gas mileage isn't terrible but it's not awesome either at approx. 20-21mpg. Still, the feeling of quality and coolness is pervasive. Driving it makes you feel, well, pretty cool. A massive array of upgraded equipment is on the market, I have done much to improve the styling & performance of mine, and it's worth it. A set of 5-spoke 18-inch wheels, M3-style mirrors, bumpers & sideskirts and HID-loaded projector headlights with angel eye LED rings makes for one strikingly beautiful coupe. The 4-door 325i looks nice too, but trust me, you want the coupe. And -whatever- you do, get a manual transmission. Not only is that the way a 3-series is meant to be experienced, but I've heard the automatic transmission tends to fail early with a $3000 repair bill. You don't want that- but you really do want this car!"
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By babiebear on Saturday, May 18, 2013
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 130,000
overall rating 10 of 10rating detailsPros: "easy to handle, love driving my car"
Cons: "ac could work better, no cup holders"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"First BMW I've owned and I love it. Perfect size for me, good gas mileage, easy & fun to drive. The only negative thing I can say about my 318is - ac could be more powerful."
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Welcome everybody glad that -- deal commit other president on the -- at a Tea Party favorite well just stomped.
Barack Obama pushing more big spending did he says won't add a dime to the deficit ran balls crunch the numbers and says.
It's about to explode.
The deficit.
Says there's no way you could talk about more spending on things like infrastructure in green initiatives and climate change it is -- is -- Preschool for all kids initiatives and so many other initiatives.
We're now -- initiating still bigger.
Rand -- here to save not only does the man out not -- up nothing adds up.
Senator good to have you.
-- -- anything -- what do you do now senator president of the Tea Party.
Elected senator and beyond that just a very conservative Muslim attorney approach to this sort of thing what do you do what do you -- Republicans -- Well I think we have to point out the truth we can't let the president run around the country saying that.
He's cut the deficit by two trillion dollars well -- subs are.
We've increased our debt by six trillion dollars in his first term.
And what does he say no because I didn't increase of eight trillion -- reduced it to trillion.
Well that's absurd he's added six trillion dollars to the debt and that's just a fact.
Any strike and add another four to five maybe six trillion more in his second term.
And he's adding up although these programs he wants to tell you know they're not gonna cost any thing.
Well -- just amazing that nobody really wants to challenge him on this.
He must still listed fifteen different new programs and they're not gonna cost you anything well -- -- That is about a -- of the deficit with -- merely raised concerns severe than how I gonna be paid for and when he mentioned about closing tax loopholes in the life.
And raising billions of dollars doing that and then using Mitt Romney's name to say that something to Mitt Romney wanted to do.
Me thinks he was setting the stage for still more tax hikes to pay for what could be hundreds of billions of dollars -- the new spending -- even.
Black and say there's absolutely no mood among any Republicans in the senate or the house for raising taxes again.
That dark blue walls and stuff like that.
Well the thing is is if we we're gonna have true tax reform which means lowering rates and getting rid of loopholes there's a lot of support for that.
But nothing that he's talking about is lowering rates he wants to increase rates he wants to squeeze more money out of those who are working hard in he just did that.
He stuck it to the rich people at the end of the year he got what he wanted.
But he's not gonna get any more tax revenue because it'll -- the economy we think it will cause more unemployment so we won't go along -- more raises intact.
No worries they -- senator I think that it.
I know -- reviews on this -- but it seems like.
In -- -- the administration and one -- that powerful Democrats is that we've given up the fight we're done with the debt thing.
We cobble together what we think will ultimately be portrait -- dollars in budget savings over.
The next ten years and you -- to happen by the way it's not a done deal yet.
And that's it will -- in our hands -- it out -- that worries me because a it is over ten years.
Be the -- still be larger than it is now in ten years.
And you know dotting -- -- -- the days.
There's a lot of wiggle room and even that so what is going on it's like this is the biggest signature issue of our time.
And it's ignore -- -- he says things out of both sides of his mouth he says well he's ready to embrace things from Bowles Simpson.
But Bowles Simpson talked about raising the age of eligibility for social security and for Medicare.
But then -- another part of his speech he's -- absolutely he's not going to do anything to the retirement.
Page so I really don't know what he's talking about or if he really is intending to address the problems at all.
If you do not address entitlements.
Entitlements are growing so rapidly they will consume all the money in the budget within a decade.
There will be no money for events and no money for any discretionary program.
-- Iran in the math is like train wreck before it happens amid -- you're quite right but I guess what -- I ask -- -- the more immediate concern dollar these.
Sequestration cuts that were -- from the holidays now -- it they've kicked in on March 1 I guess.
And obviously the only way to avoid -- -- to come -- -- -- with other gods or for Republicans to swallow revenue -- this.
Given that I I would assume that Rand Paul would go ahead and and let those -- -- cuts come.
Yeah I think they've got to in the thing that people need to know Americans need to know that this sequestration in the one trillion dollars.
Is a cut in the rate of increase in spending that is very crucial that is -- -- crucial point.
Spending over the next decade we'll go up between seven and eight trillion dollars even with the sequester.
No one is cutting the real amount of spending.
That's why the deficit will continue to rise over the next decade even with the sequester so I think the sequester is a beginning.
You have to do it and then you have to -- even much more than that if you're gonna preserve us and keep us from really I think a debt crisis somewhere down the road.
But you know.
We always -- our debt threatened to be downgraded by bringing it to the brain -- the president mentioned last night time and again went.
You get up against a deadline and there's -- was.
You know hand -- and everything over over the -- get that is why -- downgraded not the underlying problem do you agree with -- With the deaths downgraded because we're not addressing -- they don't see -- acting in addressing our our deficit problem.
But -- people need to realize is that if we don't fix these problems what happens is we print up money to pay for the that you lose purchasing power.
So the president claims that he cares about the four and the middle class and senior citizens.
But really he doesn't because he's stealing their money stealing their savings by devaluing their currency.
In paying for this massive debt.
So it's a slide of hand.
It really the poor are are struggling.
People on Social Security don't get cost of living increases they have struggled all they struggle to make -- checked by their food each month.
Because we have this massive deficit and they lose purchasing power.
Your view is boy or a citizens -- -- retarded -- -- -- your view is that this march 1 deadline comes up your competent or you you suspect that Republicans.
Would opt for letting that come letting the cuts -- -- then even entertain tax cuts.
I think so I think there's more resolved for letting -- -- happen now than there was three months ago all right senator good see you again thank you very much.
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One of the great things about being around Migis Lodge year after year is being able to stand on the sidelines and observe as our guests arrive and eagerly seek out and greet their 'vacation' friends. It is our job to treat our beautiful setting with respect and care in regards to buildings and grounds and so forth, and supply the lodging and meals and activities that facilitate a memorable experience, but it also is in large measure how our guests treat each other that makes this place so special. Some weeks here, this among them, take on a feeling very similar to a family reunion, with whoops and cries and catching up and pictures and celebrations and traditions………it's so cool!
This group has evolved an amazing and ambitious tradition; swimming the mile to Millstone Island, where we serve lunch every Wednesday. Yesterday the group grew to 21. Who started it? Well, that can be a matter for long discussion. Maybe Bob R was the inspiration. I think I'll ask Barbara. She brought the orange bathing caps. No, Barbara's not sure–ask Kyle, she'll know. Well, I was a camper and the first year I wasn't at camp, we did it. But it wasn't so many….why don't you ask Judy? I think she has pictures…Judy is pretty sure that Mitch will know. Mitch usually is a spotter.
Tara, how long have we been doing this? Well, at least 6 or 7 years.
Today it took about 40 minutes.
A couple of years ago, really rough beyond the first island, about an hour and a quarter. Of course, the third group uses noodles……………..
the hardest part? Getting up over the rocks at the island. They're so slippery! We need a designated rock puller………….
and of course that's Sandy, with the flowery bathing cap. Can't miss her! And Quinn, kinda……………..she got pulled in a tube.
And you know, Rachel really fell in love with Carter when he helped push her through this swim
And maybe Kyle is the one who bought the bathing caps? Another hard part is when we can start smelling the food cooking on the island!
One year it rained and about 15 of us got on the Tykona and got dropped in the water about halfway there. We were crazy, so determined to have our island swim!
And David and Palmer, and Alex and Johnny and Julie, and Sadie, and Geoff (thanks for spotting this year!) and Tyler and Nancy and Zack and Samantha and Allyson……………Zack and Judd, we missed you this year! And other guests this week, thanks for letting us use the kayaks and canoes to keep our swimmers safe!
Captain Tim touts this as Migis' only weight loss program; says he has done a scientific study that demonstrates a reduced appetite at lunch from this strenuous exercise.
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I was talking to my grandmother the other day. I like to call her every few days on my drive home from work just to see how she is doing and what she is up to.
During the conversation she mentioned that her friend Shanta sold her house and was moving from New York to southern New Jersey to live closer to her youngest daughter. Shanta was going to come by with her husband the following day to say goodbye. "I think there will be a lot of tears" my grandmother said.
My grandmother is of the generation of Americans for whom diversity and multiculturalism didn't really register. Most of the people she interacts with are neighbors or members of her church who tend to be Irish-American-Catholics. Most of the people she talks about have names like "Shea," and "O'Brien," and "Corcoran."
But there is one name from her stories that always sticks out—her "good Indian friend Shanta." (That's usually how she references her in stories).
Before my grandmother retired she worked for many years at a pharmaceutical company. She was part of the cleaning staff that worked scrubbing test tubes and glassware for the chemists. A lot of the scientists looked down on the cleaning staff assuming they were unintelligent or not on the same level. However one chemist in particular developed a warm friendship with my grandmother over the many years they worked together in the lab. She was a Christian Indian from Chennai named Shanta.
They would share lunches together, and stories, and pictures of their kids and grandkids. They would giggle like school girls, and watch each other's backs, and exchange Christmas presents (I think my grandmother must have gifted her every book about Mother Theresa ever written). When my grandmother finally retired they kept in touch. They would meet for lunches in town, and send each other Christmas cards. Shanta called my grandmother faithfully every single St. Patrick's Day.
I remember one story my grandmother told me about how when Shanta first arrived from India she was studying in Minnesota or Wisconsin (or some other cold wintery state). She was a newly married woman, and had arrived in the US dutifully wearing saris every day (Shanta was of that generation too). However once, during the dead of winter, her science class had to go out into the field to collect samples for the lab. She had to trudge through the snow in a sari, freezing and wet, and afterward decided her clothing choices would have to favor practicality over tradition.
Even though my grandmother has loved P since the beginning, I somehow feel that Shanta helped her be more comfortable with the idea of a South Asian in the family. Even if they didn't discuss the topic, although I'm sure they did during one lunch or another, having a friend from that part of the world opens one up to different ideas about culture, relationships and people.
"I'm really going to miss her" my grandmother said, "I'm sure we will still talk on the phone, but it won't be the same. You know, I've now known her longer in my retired life then when we worked together in the lab? She was so good to me. I enjoyed our lunches together, and she always insisted that if I ever needed anything I should call. I didn't want to bother her, they had their own stuff going on, but if there was a snow storm Shanta's husband would come by and shovel for me. They are such good people. So loyal and kind."
"I know what you mean," I responded, "our Nepali friends are the same way. They would be there for us, no matter what."
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Agencies which render heating assistance in Massachusetts are calling on state and federal legislators for additional funding. They say funds for low income residents who heat with oil are running low. And they could be left out in the cold if more money is not secured. The Valley Opportunity Council grants heating assistance to 16,000 households in Hampden County outside of Springfield. Its Energy Director, Gail Pisacane, says low income residents heating with oil are using up their benefits quickly due to its high price. The prospect for additional funding is bleak. She says her agency and similar groups across Massachusetts have not received any funding from the state this year. They are calling on lawmakers to consider making funds available. Pisacane says the Council has not received all of the federal dollars it has been allocated and possible steep budget cuts might take money away for fuel assistance altogether.
"It's highly conceivable that we will not receive that additional funding even though we had established the benefit levels based on a projected funding we had been promised a few months back."
Those who have exhausted their benefits can turn to non-profit groups such as Citizens Energy for further help. Pisacane says these agencies do not work on an emergency basis and heating assistance sometimes takes weeks to obtain. She says in the meantime, things could be difficult for low-income households.
"They may very well be left out in the cold. we worry about those people on a daily basis. But there's just nothing we can do about it. There's no money out there and no place to send them."
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text: 5 Eclipse Mugprimpumpkin | 17/10/2010 | See all primpumpkin's reviews (5)Pleasantly surprised when the mug arrived. the mug has actually got an allover grey pattern on it which you cant actually see clearly in the picture, and the burgundy colour is a lot more intense, another wonderful Twilight product. Go ahead and buy.