text:
Lumps and punches: What people are saying about Subaru's 2017 Impreza
Subaru's retooled 2017 Impreza will offer new driver-assist technology and multimedia features. It grows by 1.6 inches in length over the current model. Here's what journalists and others are saying about the Impreza.
"While I get why Subaru didn't include a manual in the Impreza for 2017, it's a bit disappointing. Heck, the 2017 Impreza sedan even offers a new "Sport" model complete with rear spoiler. And adding a sporty spoiler to a car with a decidedly un-sporty transmission is like painting spots on your cat and calling it a cheetah. Regardless, it'll likely be a wonderful sedan or hatchback, and only a few cantankerous Subaru fanatics will flail about with fury over the lack of a manual gearbox (including me). The other normal, more tech-focused consumers will find much to love with the new Impreza." -- Nick Jaynes, Mashable
"In person you'll immediately notice the flame-surfaced panels oddly reminiscent of Mazda5's Kodo design language, in a profile that can otherwise be mistaken for its predecessor." -- Aki Sugawara, Yahoo Autos
"Subaru's new Impreza has many firsts for the company, including being the first of Subaru's lineup to use the company's new Subaru Global Platform architecture. This modular platform will likely be used to underpin many cars and crossover throughout the company's lineup going forward. Additionally, it wears Subaru's new design language, which intended to give the car a more athletic look." -- Jonathon Klein, Automobile
"As the core of Subaru's vehicle line and an icon in its own right, the Impreza plays a key role for the brand. It pulls duty as the workhorse affordable family car but also as the basis for the next WRX and STI. It's important to get those bones right. Fortunately, Subaru seems to have done just that with the 2017 Impreza." -- Nelson Ireson, Automobile
"Look, we all know that there hasn't been an interesting-looking Subaru Impreza since 2007. Good driving cars, sure. The WRX and STI versions are a blast, in fact. But they look boring as all hell. There was the fainest glimmer of hope for the new Imprezas, based on the concept that we saw. But these are different. These look like base-model Toyota Corollas with all-wheel-drive. These look like lumps of car." -- Michael Ballaban, Jalopnik
"To be put simply, the 2017 Impreza may be the most interesting compact on the market just by improving in the most obvious of ways. By keeping it simple, Subaru has seemingly avoided the powertrain issues Honda has had with the Civic, improved the interior in ways that seem to far exceed what we've seen with the Cruze, and added a much needed punch in driving dynamics to put it in contention with the Mazda3. If they can deliver on those three factors, I see little reason why the Subaru couldn't or shouldn't be considered to be one of the best options in the segment." -- Brad Ysseldyke, Autoblog
"Outside, the new Imprezas have gained a measure of adult styling, carried off with Subie's characteristic not-quite-rightness. The overall effect is as if ex-BMW designer Chris Bangle hit his head and went to town on the existing models. As previewed by last year's Impreza Sedan Concept, a strange scallop runs just under the shoulder before kicking up over the rear door handle. It's nearly reminiscent of Mazda's Kodo design language, if Kodo forgot how to be generally lovely." -- Davey G. Johnson, Car and Driver


text:
The Free Software Movement
Matt Lee
Published on
Dec 02, 2008 06:37 AM
Troy, NY. Darrin Communications Center, room 308, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Richard Stallman will speak about the Free Software Movement, which campaigns for freedom so that computer users can cooperate to control their own computing activities. The Free Software Movement developed the GNU operating system, often erroneously referred to as Linux, specifically to establish these freedoms. This speech will be accessible to all audiences and the public is encouraged to attend.
When |
Jan 22, 2009
from 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM |
Where | Troy, NY |
Contact Name | email@example.com |
Contact Phone | 1-518-371-3971 x 112 |

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Burgundy Plastic Luncheon Plates
Case Price: $47.95
Product Code: 28312221
Burgundy plastic luncheon plates are perfect for both casual and elegant events. These party plates showcase a decorative border embossing pattern. Consider adding matching bulk paper napkins, plastic cutlery, paper or plastic tablecloths or hanging decorations from our solid color tableware ensembles to create colorful table settings to highlight your party theme.
© All Rights Reserved.
© All Rights Reserved.
- Ideal for smaller meal portions.
- Plate Size: 9 Inches (22.86 cm).
- Imported.
Brand: Creative Converting
Case Quantity: 240 Plastic Plates
Inner Pack: 20 Plates per Package / 12 Packages per Case
Packaging Type: Poly packaged and barcoded for retail opportunities.
Minimum Order: 1 Full Case. Not available in smaller quantities.
Product Reviews
Customers Reviews ()
Rating: Not Yet Rated


text:
However, the other day I actually WAS *trying* to teach Annabelle to play Hide 'n' Seek because she was being super clingy. I read that this kind of game can help. I had her stay in one room while I ran and hid in the closet and called her name. When she found me, I told her to go hide while I counted from the other room. When I went looking for her, this is what I found (in the same closet where I hid).
Friday, March 29, 2013
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)


text:
19.03.17 22:48
Muslims in Mannaar expose systemic inability of SL State in delivering justice to victims
Muslims in Mannaar expose systemic inability of SL State in delivering justice to victims
Razeek cadre, policeman killed in Kalmunai[TamilNet, Friday, 04 June 1999, 07:10 GMT]A member of the ninth National Guard of the Sri Lanka Army (Razeek Group) and a policeman were shot dead in two separate incidents in Kalmunai area in the south-eastern Ampara district this morning,. The Razeek Group member, Anton Jude Ranjan, (22), was shot dead at Vaddavithanaiyar road in Kalmunai around 8 a.m. He was attached to the Sri Lanka Army camp at Welikanda. The policeman, Abdul Sattar, was shot dead at Natpiddimunai around 7 a.m.while he was returning from duty at a checkpoint at Telecom Exchange. Sources said tension prevailed in the Kalmunai town following the incidents. The bodies were brought to the Kalmunai hospital on the orders of the District Judge, Mr.Anton Balasingham. The mother of Anton Yude Ranjan said in a statement made to the Kalmunai Police that his son (deceased) was a member of the Razeek group. He was shot dead while he was on his way to Batticaloa, the mother said. The leader of the ninth National Guard, Ganeshamoorthy alias Razeek, was killed in a bomb blast in Batticaloa last week. |
Latest 15 Reports
Reproduction of this news item is allowed when used without
any alterations to the contents and the source, TamilNet, is mentioned |
News | Features | Opinion | Palaka'ni | Photo Features | TN Transcription
Web feeds | Feedback | Home | About us |


text:
Invaluable cannot guarantee the accuracy of translations through Google Translate and disclaims any responsibility for inaccurate translations.
Show translation options
Lot 131: ATLAS: An original 00 / H0 gau
Games, Trains & Automobiles TOY SALE - Worldwide Postage Available On All Items
by East Bristol Auctions
22 October 2016
Hanham, Bristol, United Kingdom
Live AuctionSold
Looking for the realised and estimated price?
Description: ATLAS: An original 00 / H0 gauge Atlas made railway trainset locomotive 7003 SD24 Diesel Loco. WIthin the original box.


text:
YOU CAN EDIT THIS PAGE! Just click any blue "Edit" link and start writing!
Difference between revisions of "Centre-du-Québec"
From Wikitravel
Quebec : Centre-du-Québec
Revision as of 21:19, 19 October 2010The Centre-du-Québec region is located halfway between Québec City and Montréal, on the south side of the St. Lawrence River. ContentsRegionsCitiesOther destinationsUnderstand"Centre-du-Quebec" literally means the "Centre of Quebec". This is a historic term that has not been geographically accurate since 1912, when a large amount of northern territory was added to the Province of Quebec. However, since the vast majority of Quebec's population lives in the southernmost area of the province (along the St.Lawrence River) and most of Quebec's northern territory is relatively inaccessible, the "Centre-du-Quebec" remains the "Centre" of the province for most people's purposes. TalkGet inGet aroundBy carThere are two scenic driving routes through the area: Route des Jardins and the Route des antiquaires SeeItinerariesDoEatDrinkStay safeGet out


text:
THE WORLD HAS BEEN INVADED BY ALIENS! It's up to a nerdy, lazy high school kid to save it!
3.81 / 5.00 7,662 ViewsPlease wait up to 48 hours since the game is an approval queue for the new change:
UPDATE2: I've taken another crack at fixing the menu bug. I'm trying various things to try to fix it, but since I haven't actually reproduced it myself yet (I told you, it's a weird one), I can't confirm whether I've fixed it without feedback from you guys. Hopefully this new build fixes it!
UPDATE: I've just upload a new build! (August 24th). This build fixes some of the errors you guys were mentioning including the broken blizzard turret, and the broken menu (at least, it should be fixed! That was a weird one.) Thanks for the reports guys.
Alright, So we've gotten a LOT of feedback about MochiCoins, and we've decided to take them out of the game entirely. We hope that you will enjoy this new version.
This is a product of 8 months of juggling school work with production on the game for both the artist, Paul Wang, and the programmer Chris Fuller. I hope you guys like it! WE LOVE YOU ALL!
Aetherpunk is a steampunk, top-down shooter set in an alternate 1904, where aliens have invaded the Earth. Stepping into the shoes of an English country gentleman with a penchant for mad science, you have found your home to be the first landing zone of the alien invasion. Warned by prophetic dreams, you retreat to your fortified tool shed to defend yourself against the alien hordes.
The aliens themselves are equipped with weapons and implants powered by Luminiferous Aether, a fifth state of matter which can be used to violate the known laws of physics. Armed with a fully equipped laboratory and a trusty revolver, you must harvest the aether from the extraterrestrial attackers to create new and more powerful improvised weapons and hold off the alien onslaught as long as you can.
In addition to weapons, you may use a series of skills which carry over through multiple playthroughs. These include the ability to get more damage and range out of your weapons, faster reloads, more health and useful gadgets to boost your abilities.
Movement: WASD or Arrow Keys
Aim&Fire: Mouse
Reload: R
Repair Barricades: F
Change Weapons: Mouse Wheel or Q&E
Shop/Skills: Spacebar (In the Workbench Area)
Pretty Good
It get boring kinda fast and seems to need something more.
Other than that, the weapons are cool and i like the style.
There are still many issues with the game
I don't think removeing the Mochi coins was the best answere for the criticisms it got. While I didn't read every review I'm pretty sure most people's problem was not it's existance but that basic features were sold as bonus. So instead of removeing every bonus you'd better fix the main issueas with the basic game!
First you should make it possible to save your game and to continue after dieing! Then you could fix some minor issues that were mentioned like getting aether faster or lowering the prices, haveing more upgrades (like upgradeing your speed and your health), haveing better weapons etc.
And then I'm sure the people wouldn't complain if there were purchaseable bonus materials too.
a pause button or something... lost a lot of times because of no pause button.
Too long
To sum it up, its too long. I played this for ages, it never really got any harder. I gave up around wave 27 or so out of sheer boredom. I never even really came close to dying. Does it have an end?
The music, weapons and 'feel' of the game is all very steampunk.
I found some serious inbalance in the turrets, the most expensive turret is useless, it fires so slowly that it rarely hits and only 1 shots the weakest of enemies, the cheapest turret is vastly superior to it.
So it needs to end sooner (or just end if it does not) and the difficulty curve needs to ramp up way faster.
Pretty good
A few glitches here and there, but otherwise terrific. The only thing I didn't really like was how you have to lose aether and remake your weapons after you die.


text:
Tropical Fish Keeping - Aquarium fish care and resources
- Invertebrates
- - Who made these tracks or "bites"?
Who made these tracks or "bites"? I have a divided 10 gal. On the side with the mystery tracks have one male plakat betta, one zebra nerite snail, and several MTS. I'm just stunned by the sheer volume of "tracks" that are decorating my tank just above the waterline. I'm thinking the nerite, I have heard they can be escape artists. IS this a bad sign? I have never seen anything above water where some of the marks have been made. This is just one of those things that has peaked my curiosity. The number of trails and tracks has easily tripled since this picture was taken. http://i485.photobucket.com/albums/r...g?t=1330081743 |
Wow thats mysterious just keep a keen eye on them |
they are tracks from the nerite, they do explore alot and can escape, would be good to keep watch and secure the top of your tank incase the worst comes to |
Yes, nerites. I kept mine in open topped tanks and they just seem to have a fair sense of warning to stick around the rim.lol Better have a cover though just in case. |
Ah, guess he was just hungry and curious. I never seem him up there, must be while I'm at work or at night. I have a hood, and hopefully when I make snail snacks tonight, I'll give him more reason to love his new home. Thanks! I was just really curious about these marks. |
All times are GMT -5. The time now is 02:54 AM. |
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8
Copyright ©2000 - 2017, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
vBulletin Security provided by
vBSecurity v2.2.2 (Pro) -
vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2017 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.
User Alert System provided by
Advanced User Tagging (Pro) -
vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2017 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.


text:
Divest UH
October 3, 2:00pm - 3:00pmMānoa Campus, Saunders 617
You're invited to attend a meeting organized by representatives from GSO, ASUH, and Sustainable UH to plan a campaign to divest UH. The university's endowment is a multi-million dollar fund that the school uses to generate reliable income. Although UH has taken steps to become more sustainable, a portion of UH's multi-million dollar endowment is invested in private oil and gas. If UH is going to be a world leader in sustainability, as many think it can and should be, then UH needs to "put its money where its mouth is."
Event Sponsor
Graduate Student Organization, Mānoa Campus
More Information
John Sweeney, 808-230-0799, email@example.com, http://gso.hawaii.edu


text:
Elect JJ Summerell Libertarian for US Congress NC 1
Hello and welcome to our website. My name is J.J. Summerell and I am the Libertarian candidate for NC Congressional District 1. North Carolina is known to many for its wonderful people, productive economy, and natural resources. These are all things that we as residents want to preserve for future generations to experience. My three main issues are the Economy, Environment, and Education.
About JJ Summerell, Libertarian Candidate for US Congress in NC 1
JJ Summerell lives in Greensboro with his wife of 35 years and three "perfect" children, ages 21 to 25. In addition to being active in the trade associations, he is a member of Saint Francis Episcopal Church where he served as a Vestry representative as well as Junior Warden and Chair of the annual Stewardship Campaign. JJ has a BA in Economics from Davidson college, and a MBA from Wake Forest University. He is a graduate of Leadership Greensboro and a Fellow of the Institute of Political Leadership.
Learn more about JJ Summerell.
What's New
Campaign Video
Communications Director Music Video Coming Soon
In the meantime, enjoy this video he made for a former Libertarian candidate.
Libertarian Anthem
Third Party Politics
Continue reading →
See all posts


text:
Em Taylor
3 posts and 0 followers since Jun 2012
A wilton shaped pan was used. Well worth the money. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle, Raphael, cake made for a 23yr old grown man haha. Still he loved it!
Tags: birthday orange red green brown cake vanilla shaped
Em Taylor, Brandon, UK, http://cakesandcardset.blogspot.com
Jun 2012
1,074 views
view all »


text:
^ We got there early so there weren't many people yet. The markets are like this but 5 times the size. |
^So many cool finds but what to do with them all?! |
^ You can see my suitcases, the stripey one and the silver one! |
It was about 16 years ago that I heard a work colleague saying she was driving to Berry just to go to the Berry Markets and ever since then I have really wanted to check out the region. I just love scavenging and I love markets and I even love country towns.
During our Berry break, I managed to catch the famous markets and my photos don't really do it justice. They are quite big and I was really pleased to see a lot of regional makers and vendors selling home made goods plus lots of genuine antiques and knick-knacks. Some really unusual things.
I walked way with two antique suitcases. One aluminium with a navy spot lining and previously belonged to a Qantas pilot and the other stripy with gold embossed initials! Love them.
There were some really cool finds and I tried to take lots of pics so you can see the awesome variety of amazing finds.
I would definitely like to go back. The Berry Markets are on the first Sunday of the month (except February). All up I'd say 3 days and 2 nights would be the perfect amount of time to spend in Berry tasting, shopping and marketing.


text:
"I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back."
Maya Angelou
"If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together.. there is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. but the most important thing is, even if we're apart.. i'll always be with you."
Winnie the Pooh
"If you live to be 100, I hope I live to be 100 minus 1 day, so I never have to live without you."
"The difference between friendship and love is how much you can hurt each other"
Ashleigh Brilliant
"If there ever comes a day when we can't be together keep me in your heart, I'll stay there forever"
"Promise me you'll never forget me because if I thought you would I'd never leave."
""I wonder what Piglet is doing," thought Pooh. "I wish I were there to be doing it, too." - Winnie the Pooh"


text:
Green Capsicum Pilaf
I love this pilaf!
cilantro, ginger, green chilies, peas, tomato, +rice, +coconut, +curry powder, +green pepper, +lemon, +onions, +potato
www.recipezaar.com - Similiar recipes
Aubergine Wonton Soup Recipe
eggplant, peas, tomato, ginger, cilantro, +red pepper, +olive oil, +jalapeno, +saffron, +tofu, +black pepper, +carrot
cookeatshare.com - Similiar recipes
Eggplant Wonton Soup
eggplant, peas, tomato, ginger, cilantro, +red pepper, +olive oil, +jalapeno, +saffron, +tofu, +salt, +carrot
www.bigoven.com - Similiar recipes
Baigan Aur Tamaatar Recipe
eggplant, ghee, ginger, tomato, garam masala, +onions, +garlic, +turmeric, +bay leaf, +cinnamon, +salt, +cayenne
cookeatshare.com - Similiar recipes
Masoor Veg Curry
peas, tomato, ghee, green chilies, ginger, +vegetable, +potato, +onions, +cumin, +turmeric, +chili powder, +salt
www.bigoven.com - Similiar recipes
Mattar Paneer
This was one of the first dishes I cooked for my husband when I was newly married last year, and it's the recipe I get most requested to make. I have managed...
cilantro, garam masala, ginger, peas, tomato, +chili powder, +coriander, +cumin, +garlic, +heavy cream, +mustard seed, +vegetable oil, +onions, +panir, +salt, +sugar, +turmeric, +water
www.recipezaar.com - Similiar recipes
Scrumptious Kerala Fish Patties
I devoured these delicious fish patties on a recent trip to India. I like them spicey hot, but you can add less of the chile powder and fresh chiles if...
cilantro, garam masala, ginger, green chilies, peas, +bread crumbs, +coconut oil, +eggs, +garlic, +coriander, +cumin, +turmeric, +onions, +potato, +chili powder, +salt, +tomato paste, +tuna
www.recipezaar.com - Similiar recipes
Delhi-Style Egg Curry
Wonderful for a weekend brunch, or for supper after the theatre, this curry is a joy to prepare when you feel like pottering about in the kitchen on a...
cilantro, ginger, garam masala, green chilies, tomato, +chicken broth, +garlic, +coriander, +cumin, +turmeric, +eggs, +paprika, +yogurt, +onions, +vegetable oil, +chili powder, +salt, +heavy cream
www.recipezaar.com - Similiar recipes
Aloo Gobi Mattar - Cauliflower, Pea and Potato Curry
Why choose between aloo gobi and aloo mattar when you can have both? This is a really tasty dish adapted from the Aloo Gobi recipe at Route79.com - It's...
cilantro, ginger, peas, garam masala, green chilies, +potato, +cauliflower, +cumin, +fenugreek seeds, +garlic, +coriander, +lemon juice, +olive oil, +onions, +salt, +turmeric, +vegetable broth, +white pepper
www.recipezaar.com - Similiar recipes
Aloo Mattar
serve with rice or naan or roti
garam masala, ginger, green chilies, peas, tomato, +chili powder, +coriander, +garlic, +vegetable oil, +onions, +potato, +salt, +turmeric
www.recipezaar.com - Similiar recipes
Can't find what you are looking for? Try our custom google recipe search:
Custom Search


text:
Outrageously beautiful piece of music by Massive Attack, featuring Shara Nelson on vocals. This orchestral/trip-hop masterpiece is complemented by a wonderfully simple video, which features Shara Nelson walking down a city street.
This soaring, gorgeous piece; replete with pounding bass drums and sinuous orchestral strings that float ephemerally around your mind and linger long after you've turned off the CD player; with sighing lyrics that cry about days and nights, books that have been opened and hurt and cuts; and dark, cryptic samples of anonymous male vocals suspended ominously in the background; has been interpreted by Tina Turner before, on her Wildest Dreams album, released in 1996.
That actually puts things in perspective for me, a simple love song becomes a lamentation on hurt and exactly what the title proclaims; that is, sympathy, unresolved and intricate, like a web. Especially when you hear the lyrics of the song and consider her past relationship with Ike Turner.
Log in or registerto write something here or to contact authors.
Sign up
Need help? firstname.lastname@example.com


text:
In this video adapted from Earth Island Institute's New Leaders Initiative, meet Jessica, a high school student and leader for Teens for Safe Cosmetics. Learn about toxic chemicals in cosmetics and how the industry is unregulated in the United States. In addition, hear about how the teen girls educated people about dibutyl phthalate, a toxic chemical used in nail polish, and lobbied for Senate Bill 484, also known as the California Safe Cosmetics Act of 2005.
This media asset was adapted from Earth Island Institute's New Leaders Initiative.
© 2017 PBS & WGBH Educational Foundation. All rights reserved.


text:
Scientists at Emory University and the University of St. Andrews have solved the structure of a key protein from Lassa virus, which is endemic to West Africa and can cause a deadly hemorrhagic fever.
The structure reveals how the virus evades its host's immune system, and how it hijacks infec... Read More
Hong Kong scrambled Thursday to contain any outbreak of bird flu but vied to reassure the public after the teeming city recorded its first human case of the illness since 2003.
The government raised its avian influenza alert level to "serious", meaning there is a "high risk" of people contrac... Read More
Rice University scientists have found a way to predict rapidly whether a new strain of the influenza virus should be included in the annual seasonal flu vaccine. While it sometimes takes new flu strains up to three years to become dominant worldwide, the new method can predict whether they will ...
Read More
Maria Gregori and Ignacio Llatser at the Polytechnic University of Catalonia in Barcelona, Spain, envision a future in which nanobots in the body sense tumour cells and release anticancer drugs to fight them. But one machine can't defeat a tumour single-handedly; it needs some way of telling the...
Read More
Widely prescribed for their cholesterol-lowering properties, recent clinical research indicates that statins can produce a second, significant health benefit: lowering the risk of severe bacterial infections such as pneumonia and sepsis. A new explanation for these findings has been discovered b...
Read More
Widely prescribed for their cholesterol-lowering properties, recent clinical research indicates that statins can produce a second, significant health benefit: lowering the risk of severe bacterial infections such as pneumonia and sepsis. A new explanation for these findings has been discovered b...
Read More
Italian researchers who have been battling kiwifruit vine canker for years say they are making significant progress in developing a careful strategy for curbing the Pseudomonas syringe pv. actinidiae (PSA) bacteria now hitting vines on orchards throughout New Zealand.
The researchers used cop... Read More
An FDA advisory panel has expressed its support for expanding the indication on the quadrivalent human papillomavirus recombinant vaccine Gardasil to prevent anal intraepithelial neoplasia and anal cancer in males and females ages 9 through 26.
Gardasil was approved in 2006 to prevent genital... Read More
ASM has released the 2011 ASMCUE preliminary program at www.asmcue.org. ASMCUE will be held June 2-5, 2011, on the The Johns Hopkins University Homewood Campus in Baltimore, Maryland.
You can view the sessions and speakers by clicking "source" above. Abstracts for these presentations are link... Read More
When it comes to gut bacteria, we are not what we eat. The types of gut bacteria that populate the guts of primates depend on the species of the host as well as where the host lives and what they eat, says a new study.
The study led by Howard Ochman at Yale University examines the gut microbi... Read More
Roche Holding AG (ROG.VX) set out plans to slash costs on Wednesday, joining Big Pharma rivals with a wide-ranging restructuring program as it grapples with recent product setbacks and mounting pressure on prices.
The Swiss drugmaker said it would hack 2.4 billion Swiss francs ($2.4 billion) ... Read More
We present the Genomic Standards Consortium's (GSC) "Minimum Information about an ENvironmental Sequence" (MIENS) standard for describing marker genes. Adoption of MIENS will enhance our ability to analyze natural genetic diversity across the Tree of Life as it is currently being documented by m...
Read More
A vaccine for Alzheimer's disease has been a long-held goal of researchers studying the devastating disease. Research presented Tuesday at the Society for Neuroscience meeting showed one potential vaccine under study appears both safe and effective in an animal model.
Most Alzheimer's vaccine... Read More
The Chlamydia Basic Society is planning their annual meeting in California in March 2011. Abstracts will be accepted until November 30, 2011.
Read More
Using powerful X-rays, researchers have produced an atomic picture of how ribonucleic acid (RNA) molecules interacted in the ancient world.
It is a rare glimpse of the transition from a time when RNA reigned supreme to the present, where proteins carry out the processes essential to life. ... Read More
In the battle against antibiotic resistance in animal agriculture, researchers from Washington and New York states are hoping to help pave the way for U.S. approval of a promising biological therapy that has the potential to not only treat sick cows, but also save human lives threatened by infec...
Read More
Building on decades of research and mountains of data, scientists and animators are now recreating in vivid and jaw-dropping detail the complex inner machinery of living cells.
Click "source" to view this amazing video. Read More
The fight to make food safer continues at a microscopic level with locally produced beef yielding encouraging early data about the effectiveness of a vaccination against dangerous E. coli bacteria.
International food marketer Cargill announced Monday the initial results of a trial for the new... Read More
Researchers have finally discovered how ivermectin, one of the most important worm-killing drugs used in both humans and animals for decades, actually works.
Ivermectin, extracted from a soil fungus in the 1970s, was originally sold under names like Heartgard to deworm pets. Beginning in 1... Read More
Sterilization is hands down one of the most important technologies ever developed by mankind, but though we've known how to do battle with bacterial pathogens in places like the operating room for decades, superbugs like MRSA and Clostridium difficile persist in hospital environments, often caus...
Read More


text:
Experience LA's most visually and musically stunning megaclub and dance the night away!
General Information
Hours and Admission
$10 cover charge before 10:30 PM and $20 after 10:30 PM
Free guest list before 10:30pm
This is a 21 and over establishment, photo ID is required.
Main Floor
Spinning tropical music, dance, and top 40, together with explosive live performances by LA's most talented Salsa orchestras and Tropical bands!
March 25 - Edgar, Lucy & Band
Dance to the latest and greatest hits in House music, Dance, Top 40, Electro, Latin Pop, Hip Hop and much more!
Dedicated to the hottest beats in Hip Hop, Urban, and R&B
Full weekend memberships to the nightclub are available for 6 months and are $100 for one person or $150 for you and a friend. One membership is good for both Friday and Saturday evening, covers priority entrance and also admission to the club! For more information, call (213) 746-4674 or inquire at the door the next time you're here!
Please also feel free to contact us
Guest List
Special occasion guest lists are available at the Nightclub Fridays and Saturdays! Don't forget to call ahead, availability is limited and reservations book fast! To set up your special occassion guest list and for more information, call (213) 746-4674 between the hours of 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Thursday.
Or, you may also visit our online guest list form to be added to the Nightclub's weekly guest list!
Guest list cut-off is 10:30pm, so please arrive early!
Dress Code
For men, this includes a suit and tie or dress pants, dress shirt, and dress shoes.
For ladies, this includes an evening dress, cocktail dress, formal dress slacks, dress skirt and blouse/top, evening shoes and/or heels.
Guests arriving in any other attire must abide by the following guidelines:
No T-shirts or undershirts of any color.
No baggy clothing.
No flannels.
No khakis or cargo pants.
No overalls or "painter" pants.
No ripped, torn, or shredded jeans.
No sports footwear (e.g. sneakers of ANY kind, tennis shoes, "bowling" shoes, etc.)
No sportswear (e.g. track suits, sports jackets, logos, etc.)
No baseball caps or bandanas.
No shorts.
No Sandals or flip-flops.
No beach attire.
No industrial or hiking boots.
Please be aware that all decisions concerning dress and attire will be made at the complete discretion of the doorperson and with consideration to the aforementioned guidelines.


text:
- Home
- Yama and Niyama: Krishnamacharya, Jois, Ramaswami
- Pranayama
- How to meditate
- Chanting Yoga Sutras
- Krishnamacharya resource page
- Sri K. Pattabhi Jois - Resources
- Manju Pattabhi Jois Resource
- R. Saraswathi Jois Resource
- Sharath R. Jois Resource
- Srivatsa Ramaswami Vinyasa Krama Resource page
- Old Ashtanga Videos : A selection of old Pattabhi Jois Led Ashtanga videos (also interviews etc.).
- Asana Lists Inc. Original 1974 Ashtanga Syllabus
- Ashtanga Rishi Series
- Slow Ashtanga PLUS Yoga Makaranda Part I and II
- Krishnamacharya's Yogasanagalu (1941) (translation project)
- VINYASA KRAMA sequences/subroutines
- Workshop photos and my Books on Krishnamacharya's Original Ashtanga Practice and Vinyasa Krama yoga
- Ashtanga Workshops Reviews
- On Ashtanga Practice
- The Ashtanga Key - Surya Namaskara
- Developing a home practice
- How to practice Krishnamacharya's Early Ashtanga Yoga
- How to practice Vinyasa Krama
- Yoga Reading List
- Ashtanga History
- Beginning Yoga / Ashtanga / Vinyasa
- Derek Ireland, the teacher's teacher.
- Ashtanga History: Authorisation 1980 - Present.
- Proficient Primary.
- Some suggested posts 2008-Present
- Free Downloads (Updated with more links)
- Ashtanga/Yoga and Ageing
"One of my goals in life is to do the slowest Primary Series anywhere… rather than the quickest". Richard Freeman
Thursday, 12 August 2010
The itouch and the modern Yogi
10 comments:
Grimmly, hmmmm, you know I love this topic, it is such a "hot potato" around, but I think it is time we stop that. I believe yogis, just like anyone else should be able to make money too. I do get discouraged when I feel the teachings of people making a lot of money are not so serious(or rather I see it that way, which is just a reflection of my own projections) I am coming to the realization that it is all mostly fear based, fear that I might not be "pure enough", or "humble enough", because as you say, the teachings of controversial (by me) teachers DO help a lot of people.
I understand what you say about private practice being such a sacred space where you do not want to think about the profile and the stats etc, I agree, on the other hand, there is nothing wrong with eating and making money from teaching what we love, I think of it as sharing what we love with others, adding value and receiving value (in different form) in return.
My thoughts are not very organized here, and I believe this is definitely a topic for more exploration, might write about it. You inspire me again!Ahh,he would be doubly please, ipods and a hot potatoe topic. Hi Claudia! Wasn't getting into whether yogi's should make money or not, of course yoga teachers, if they want to make that their only source of income, have to make a living and I'm aware of some of the realities involved in that, studio rental, heating cost etc. Actually I'm not that aware at all, just enough to know I'd rather not have to deal with all that. I like how Krishnamacharya, acording to Mohan, would have his students put a 'donation' on the shelf in an envelope.
But I was more interested here in my, and others, reactions to this, why it irritates some of us so much, that's all. hadn't intended to write on it, wanted to write about using my itouch but ended up running out of time.Dear Grimmly
That looks very devotional. Thanks for sharing it and writing the comments.
Since I had to let it run for 10 minutes, so that I could come back and watch it in real time (that is the trick for my connection) I totally forgot that you wrote about other stuff being discussed in the blogosphere. There have been a few moments that I dropped a word in a blog entry that I knew would draw hits. I don't know if I did it because I wanted hits. In my case I'm not trying to become famous. Oh, I do remember something I would have commented while reading... (ding! - memory returned). I didn't seek out anusaran teachers. One class I went to very rarely in SF, outside of my regular ashtanga practice, hapenned to be taught by an anusaran trained yogi. My main recollection is that he used strange expressions such as "let your heart melt" when we would do chest opening poses. At another time, I went to ask information about classes in an Anusaran studio in Florida, and seemed to come in at a time in the middle of the afternoon when they were photographing asanas performed by one student. They interrupted what they were doing so the teacher could talk to me. It was an awkward moment to have interrupted them.
ArturoThank you Arturo, It's funny but when ever you hear of Ashtangi's moonlighting in any other style, even if they enjoyed it they'll comment on too much chatter, guess we're just not used to it. On the course Ramaswami would just give the instructions/directions, very clear and sparse, no jokes, no metaphors, nothing unnecessary or superfluous. Perfect for me but each to their own.
There's another namaskara sequence called 'Ding namaskara' that I'd like to video. It's dedicated to the 'guardian angels' of the four directions. Mostly it's half bends, it has a short mantra too, there was a story, I must try and remember it.Hi 5tf2", was that a rant? just read it back, guess it was a little. Was a bit rushed when i wrote this post, running late for work, think it shows.
Doesn't really affect me either, my one primary a week and at home at that. just going to ignore it now..... unless their t-shirts are really really cool. KIDDINGThe profit motive can indeed turn off a lot of people. I think that serious students can discern whether something is motivated by money or by something higher. It is the motivation that is important, not whether or not the thing is profitable. Passion for sharing the knowledge (versus satisfying the ego) is key.
I like what you said about not liking too much talk. I'm from the same school (Dharma also speaks very little).I think that C.K. has truly nailed the topic of 'business' on the head with her words:
"Serious students can discern whether something is motivated by money or by something higher"
What would seal the deal for me would be an iPhone that has a 'telepathy' button, and flexible working hours.
(Apologies for dumbing down the debate)C.K. / Grimmly - I strongly suggest you never attend a Seanne Corn class if you like you're peace and quiet. By god that woman can talk...
I d a lot of anusara out here in HK and find it complements my ashtanga practice quite well. Mysore being the disciplined practice that works you really deep into postures and anusara being more playful and letting you enjoy the fruits of your labour.
A Reminder
Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga at home by Anthony Grim Hall is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License.
Permissions beyond the scope of this license may be available at http://grimmly2007.blogspot.co.uk/.


text:
Act Simply Medieval
Elizabeth Marsh's hobby allows her to slip into flowing dresses with draping sleeves and four-foot trains. When she dines, she uses only a knife and spoon. And all her cohorts address her as "Your Excellency." In the so-called mundane world (reality), Marsh is a broadcast coordinator at Florida International University. In the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA), she's a countess who wears a fancy coronet.
Founded in Berkeley, California, in 1966, the SCA is an international organization that enables ordinary people to study and re-create various facets of pre-seventeenth-century Europe. Police officers, teachers, librarians, and computer experts are among the 24,000 who adopt the persona of a fictional character. Putting aside their Palm Pilots and pagers, they enjoy the olden lifestyle during camping trips, workshops, and tournaments. The degree of involvement and authenticity depends on the individual, but some members go for the gusto -- sewing their own garb, brewing their own ale, and pursuing various pastimes such as medieval dancing and singing, and the art of weaponry.
The latter activities are of interest to Marsh, whose SCA persona is Elena de Neuham, a twelfth-century Englishwoman. She teaches a circle dance, in which the women hop and the men hop after them, and Italian Renaissance styles for couples. "Dancing was one of the few times men and women touched each other outside of being married," she notes. "The dance was one place you could do that."
The Shire of South Keep, the Miami-Dade chapter of the Society for Creative Anachronism
Merrie Christmas Park, Le Jeune Road and Barbarosa Street
Meets at 2:30 p.m. various Sundays. Check www.threvworld.com/southkeep/ or call 305-408-2923 for details.
Marsh also is among the women who suit up in armor for full-contact weaponry matches. While the art of using swords and shields is authentic, the weapons are generally made of rattan wrapped in duct tape. Even so, the armaments can pack a wallop.
Upcoming Events
Chris Rock
TicketsWed., Mar. 29, 8:00pm
Slow Burn Theatre Co: Big River
TicketsThu., Mar. 30, 7:30pm
Tango Lovers
TicketsThu., Mar. 30, 8:00pm
Los Lonely Boys
TicketsThu., Mar. 30, 8:00pm
Brandishing weaponry and its myriad cardiovascular benefits also attracts Milan Novak, a Miami-Dade County firefighter and paramedic. As Lord Stanislav Whitemountain he wears steel armor and whacks at his opponents with two-handed swords, spears, lances, and axes. "You get quite a bit of exercise running around with 60 pounds of armor," he says.
Sciences, music, performing, weaving, and arts and crafts are among the more gentle subjects that appeal to SCA members. But what really intrigues plenty of folks is the etiquette prevalent at the time, mainly courtesy and gallantry. Needless to say, SCA members engage in lots of bowing and hand-kissing. When Marsh served as queen of Trimaris (the SCA name for a region that includes much of Florida), fellow hobbyists would rise and bow when she entered a room. With such obvious displays of loyalty, it's no wonder the humble subjects endeared themselves to their former ruler. "I really enjoy the people," Marsh says. "They like the same thing I like, and they take the honor and chivalry thing seriously."
Upcoming Events
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
TicketsTue., Mar. 28, 7:30pm
Magique - Experience The Illusion
TicketsTue., Mar. 28, 8:00pm
Dinosaur Jr.
TicketsWed., Mar. 29, 7:30pm
Linda Lavin
TicketsWed., Mar. 29, 8:00pm
Sponsor Content


text:
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Tim Burton
Easily one of my favorite filmmakers, Tim Burton has got a unique outlook on life that makes his work one of a kind. I am currently reading the book called, Burton on Burton, which gives its readers a fascinating look into the mind of this quirky artistic genius!
I originally borrowed it from the library to add to my research for a film studies paper, but once I started to skim through it, I couldn't put it down! But due to a busy semester I have been forced to renew it three times! In it Tim Burton talks openly about what went in to making his films, his ideas, his process, and what he thinks of each movie. Its a great read for any Tim Burton fan and for those of you who aren't? Well maybe you will change your mind...
(image of Tim Burton from screencrave.com and 2nd image of Frankenweenie from timburton.it)
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)


text:
The G8 summit in Cologne agreed to set up two international committees to look at food safety standards during a discussion on "global threats", which include Aids and the millennium bug. The move marks a retreat for Tony Blair, the Prime Minister, and US President Bill Clinton, who have consistently defended GM crops.
They were bounced into agreeing to the establishment of the inquiry by Jacques Chirac, the French President, and Gerhard Schroder, the German Chancellor, who have taken a more sceptical stance towards growing the GM crops on their soil.
The initiative was welcomed by environmental campaign groups, which have called for a five-year moratorium on growing GM crops in Britain.
However, questions remain about whether the G8's statements of intent will be translated into action. The French, who have banned some GM crops from being grown, originally put forward stronger proposals for action against genetically modified crops but these were later watered down.
The leaders agreed only to put in train the mechanisms for setting up an international committee of inquiry, rather than moving to an investigation immediately. The Paris-based Office for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the developed nations' club, will now set up two technical committees to review research into genetic modification.
Charles Secrett, director of Friends of the Earth, said the inquiry put Mr Blair, who has been resisting pressure to ban GM crops, "on the back foot".
And he warned that any inquiry must be independent, without interference from powerful biotechnology interests, and that its final recommendations must be acted on.
"This is another tangible demonstration that the world leaders who have been most behind GM technology have got it wrong," he said. "But we have to make sure that this is not a smoke screen. We need to see who is on the committee and what its frame of reference is."
Earlier this month there were signs that Downing Street was softening its public defence of GM foods and listening more closely to consumer concerns.
The two OECD committees will be asked to gather scientific evidence on the environmental effects of growing genetically modified food and possible health risks from eating it. This will form a database for each country.
They are expected to collate information about the dangers of using antibiotic- resistance marker genes in GM crops which, studies show, could lead to the build up of resistance to vital penicillins in humans.
They will also look at the latest studies on the danger of cross-pollination between GM and ordinary crops growing nearby. Ecologists have argued that there needs to be more testing of the dangers to the environment. Farm-scale trials are currently under way in Britain and commercial planting could begin as early as 2001.
Chancellor Schroder used his political might as head of the G8 host nation to ensure that GM food was on the agenda.
But the initiative came from President Chirac, who wrote in a letter to Schroder that: "Many of our difficulties stem from the absence of an independent global scientific authority, capable of giving reasoned advice on new products or procedures.
"I intend to propose at Cologne that we study the creation of an international scientific high council ... I am convinced that with such a body we would considerably improve the reliability of the international system."
The Independent on Sunday has campaigned for a moratorium on the commercial growth of GM crops until the results of field-scale trials and other scientific tests have been fully evaluated.


text:
Memoirs of a Geisha A seductive and evocative epic on an intimate scale, that tells the extraordinary story of a geisha girl. Summoning up more than twenty years of Japan's most dramatic history, it uncovers a hidden world of eroticism and enchantment, exploitation and degradation. From a small fishing village in 1929, the tale moves to the glamorous and decadent heart of Kyoto in the 1930s, where a young peasant girl is sold as servant and apprentice to a renowned geisha house. She tells her story many years later from the Waldorf Astoria in New York; it exquisitely evokes another culture, a different time and the details of an extraordinary way of life. It conjures up the perfection and the ugliness of life behind rice-paper screens, where young girls learn the arts of geisha - dancing and singing, how to wind the kimono, how to walk and pour tea, and how to beguile the most powerful men.
Please visit Help Page for Questions regarding ISBN / ISBN-10 / ISBN10, ISBN-13 / ISBN13, EAN / EAN-13, and Amazon ASIN
Home | ISBN Directory | Affiliate Program | Contact Copyright © 2003-2014 AllDiscountBooks.net All rights reserved.


text:
Find. Book. Pitchup.
- We make it a doddle to book campsites, glamping sites and caravan parks throughout the UK, Europe and the Americas.
- Trusted by over 1m holidaymakers from 99 countries.
- Choose and book in minutes, with instant confirmation and no booking fees.
1 bookable site within 40 miles of Little Staughton
Towcester, Northamptonshire, England Show on map
Gypsy caravan (2 adults and 2 children) | 4 x | From £225/€259.88/A$368.25/US$280.62/CA$375.81/CHF278.43/kr2,480.71/kr1,941.33/kr2,386/kr31,250/$4,420.43/$187,500/PEN912.04/NZ$399.72/R3,499.22/zł1,111.11/R$873.11/Kč7,031.25/RSD32,143 per 3 nights |


text:
Sponsored Links | |||
Yes, Retainer O.D. can be .100 smaller than the springs. Reduces weight. Keep the spring to retainer clearance as close as possible without binding.
I asked a question a while back about the recommended spring to retainer clearance but never got a definite answer. I've looked at some of Comp's spring & retainer combos & they seem to be all over the place clearance wise. Last edited by SSedan64; 11-22-2008 at 10:34 PM. Reason: More Info |
It is not a good idea to use, used titanium retainers unless you know what spring pressures they held and their total time of use. Even one run fuel retainers can be shot. One race nascar units ARE shot.
You have to match the steps on the retainers to the id of the springs you are using, also. You also need to know if they are even, plus, or minus keeper loation for spring height. The keeper angle and size, is also important and not interchangeable. |
these are new units, not used. And the spring supplier is th eone also supplying the retainers. I sent them an email questioning them but I haven't heard from them yet. I'll ask them directly but I like to an idea what's going on before I get tech help. Sometime I realize people are just going to say anythign to sell a part and I don't want to fall victim to that.
Recent Engine posts with photos |
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests) | |
Thread Tools | |
Similar Threads | ||||
Thread | Thread Starter | Forum | Replies | Last Post |
measure valve lift at retainer | GMR | Engine | 9 | 05-26-2008 08:13 AM |
I need a valve spring | sunman | Engine | 5 | 05-17-2008 01:50 AM |
Comp Cams Valve Spring Questions - Selection | leejoy | Engine | 5 | 11-08-2007 11:28 AM |
GM fast burn heads | batman09 | Engine | 1 | 10-26-2004 09:32 AM |
Broken valve spring??? | Miligav383 | Engine | 6 | 05-16-2004 09:40 PM |


text:
Statistiques de Houle pour Army Beach, Automne: Vagues avec Vents Légers ou Favorables.
This image shows only the swells directed at Army Beach that coincided with light winds or offshore conditions through a typical northern hemisphere autumn and is based upon 7252 predictions, one every 3 hours. The direction of the spokes show where quality surf generating swell comes from. Five colours show increasing wave sizes. The smallest swells, less than 0.5m (1.5 feet), high are coloured blue. Green and yellow illustrate increasing swell sizes and largest swells greater than >3m (>10ft) are shown in red. In both graphs, the area of any colour is proportional to how frequently that size swell happens.
The diagram suggests that the most common swell direction, shown by the biggest spokes, was NW, whereas the the most common wind blows from the ENE. The chart at the bottom shows the same thing but without direction information. For example, swells larger than 1.5 feet (0.5m) coincided with good wind conditions 17% of the time, equivalent to 15 days. Open sea swells exceeding >3m (>10ft) are unlikely to arise in a normal northern hemisphere autumn but 6% of the time we expect swell in the range 2-3m (6.5-10ft) 6%, equivalent to (5 days). Taking into account the ratio of these swells that coincided with forecast offshore winds, and given the fact that Army Beach is exposed to open water swells, we estimate that clean surf can be found at Army Beach about 17% of the time and that surf is spoilt by onshore wind 45% of the time. This is means that we expect 56 days with waves in a typical northern hemisphere autumn, of which 15 days should be surfable.
IMPORTANT: Beta version feature! Swell heights are open water values from NWW3. There is no attempt to model near-shore effects. Coastal wave heights will generally be less, especially if the break does not have unobstructed exposure to the open ocean.


text:
Create marketing project plan template for student project
This project was awarded to InTouchMarketing for $100 USD.
Get free quotes for a project like thisProject Budget
$30 - $250 USDTotal Bids
6Project Description
Hello Bidders,
This project is for a marketing class that has a class project. The project requires the students to do the following:
1. Choose a product from a product portfolio
2. Perform a market audit for this product
3. Create a business case for a marketing plan to enhance the sales of this product
4. Launch the marketing campaign and track results
To make sure that students provide the right information, i need a template created that will let students collect and organize their data about their selected products.
This template could be like any of the dozens of marketing related templates available on the internet and in reality, is a consolidation of the following templates:
1. Marketing Audit template
2. Business Case template
3. Marketing promotion template
I will provide details on the actual project and some sample templates i have been able to collect on the internet, via the PMB.
I need this template by Wednesday 10PM GMT.
I will work closely with the selected bidder to put together the template and provide the background and raw information to help close this project quickly.
For the experience MBA marketeer or marketing practitioner or a marketing teacher, this should be a fairly straightforward project. Please contact via PM for more information.
Looking to make some money?
- Set your budget and the timeframe
- Outline your proposal
- Get paid for your work
Hire Freelancers who also bid on this project
Looking for work?
Work on projects like this and make money from home!
Sign Up Now- Forbes
- The New York Times
- Time
- Wall Street Journal
- Times Online


text:
Vic Firth Pink Kidstick
Vic Firth Pink Kidstick
The American Classic line combines tradition and Vic Firth style. With bold designs for fuller sound, the Classics are turned from select hickory a dense wood with little flex for a more pronounced sound. Hickory is also capable of withstanding a great deal of shock, making it highly durable.
Engineered to make playing easy for the very young drum set player - ages 3 - 8.
Produces a quality sound. L = 13" | Dia. = .520"
Write Your Own Review
There are no products matching the selection.


text:
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Breaking Dawn Trailer 2?!
Sorry, bloggers!! I haven't been posting very much... Well, if there's "Nothing to look forward to" check this out(:
So what'd ya think? Leave a comment!
Posted by Ginny at 9:18 PM 0 comments
Friday, August 19, 2011
Breaking Dawn Stills + Comic con picture
Here are some Breaking Dawn Pics.
Which one is your favorite? And why? Make sure to leave a Comment!
Posted by Ginny at 9:30 AM 0 comments
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Watch watch watch! found this on Yahoo.com.
OMG! Found this on yahoo!! Watch watch watch!
Posted by Ginny at 12:58 PM 0 comments
My friend gave me a genius idea.
My friend gave me a sweet idea! I'm gonna post alot about other characters in a big section.
Thanks S.!
Posted by Ginny at 12:43 PM 0 comments
Monday, October 18, 2010
Have any great news?
If you have any great news that you would like to share... Click Here. Anyway, How do you think Breaking dawn will be? post On the Click here above- - - - - - ^ - - -
<- I heard from Clevver Tv on youtube that This could possibly be Renesmee!!! XD
Posted by Ginny at 4:53 PM 0 comments
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Oops! sorry about the header, i made it too long but i will fix it.. Hope you enjoy some of the updates! and lemme' know in the poll how you like the header!
Posted by Ginny at 4:34 PM 0 comments
Labels: Bella Swan, Breaking Dawn, Cullens, Edward Cullen, Kristen Stewart, New, New Moon, nomads, Robert Pattinson, Twi-Lit Meadow, Twilight, Wolf Pack, wolf-pack


text:
The Teddy Ball is a black tie charity celebration organized by Cruise 4 Kids, a non-profit organization, benefiting Boys & Girls of San Dieguito. The Teddy Ball brings together San Diego's finest to create a collection of new stuffed Teddy Bears to donate to sick and needy children. Help us raise money & reach 1,500 Teddy Bears!
The Hosts
Meet "The Hosts" that put it all together. Fourteen of San Diego's industry leaders invite their favorite people to The Teddy Ball. Guests will enjoy an evening of philanthropy, dancing, and creating the largest collection of Teddy Bears ever seen.
The Sponsors
Philanthropic individuals and businesses donating their time, resources, and finances to support Cruise 4 Kids passion to help others.
The Beneficiaries
Cruise 4 Kids has partnered with Boys & Girls Clubs of San Dieguito and has named them as Beneficiary. Find out more about both organizations.
Hilton San Diego Resort & Spa to host The Teddy Ball
If you attended The Teddy Ball 2015, the Hilton San Diego Resort & Spa was the ideal place to host our 2,000+ guests who sold out the hotel. In anticipation of having even more guests, we are adding a 3rd ballroom, new entry, more bars, and even bigger TEDDY WALL! More information can be be found on the VENUE page and be sure to book your rooms early before it sells out again!


text:
Join Now
Join ePHOTOzine, the friendliest photography community.
Upload photos, chat with photographers, win prizes and much more for free!
Add a Video ePHOTOzine's sister site, ePHOTOzine TV, brings together all the photography videos from the internet into one place. It's completely free to register and watch videos. You can also contribute videos.
Title/Description | Rating | Date Added |
Outdoor Photography - Using filtersUsing polarisers in the landscape. |
11/05/2010 |
Photography Tips on Travel and Landscape PhotographyLandscape and travel photography lessons |
02/10/2009 |
How to work with rapid changing light in the field.Steve Kossack in Coyote Buttes. |
12/08/2009 |
Photographing Hidden ColourPhotographing colour out in the field. |
21/09/2009 |
An introduction to high-magnification macro photographyA short tutorial on photographing insects. |
16/08/2010 |
Photography Tips from Michael SooPhotography tips from Michael Soo on visualizing shots and lighting. |
05/01/2010 |
Nature & Wildlife Photography TipsPhotographer David Smith gives his nature and wildlife photography tips |
05/01/2010 |
Taking better pictures using Colour & White BalanceTips on using colour and white balance. |
08/02/2010 |
Digital Photography Tips for Taking Great Pet PhotosPet photography tips |
08/07/2009 |
Photography Tips and AdvicePhotography Tips by Thomas Hawk |
07/01/2010 |


text:
HTC Wildfire S Hands-On
0. phoneArena 15 Feb 2011, 09:45 posted on
Here we are at Barcelona playing with the successor of the HTC Wildfire - the Wildfire S...
This is a discussion for a news. To read the whole news, click here
posted on 15 Feb 2011, 10:18
2. Denio (Posts: 23; Member since: 15 Feb 2011)
This is NOT desire S. That is bigger and better - different back too. Desire S doesn't come in white anyway..
posted on 15 Feb 2011, 12:07
3. cadetz (unregistered)
the desire is much bigger in the hand too...
posted on 15 Feb 2011, 18:14
4. FunnyBrain (unregistered)
The pictures and commercial video, are Wildfire S, the video from the MWC is a Desire S. If you have any doubts, look at the frontal camera and red light (no such things on the Wildfire S)! Plus you can see it's much longer than the Wildfire S.
posted on 26 Mar 2011, 12:05
6. Me (unregistered)
I would like to make a couple of questions. Does Wildfire S really comes with a super lcd screen? Isn't super lcd better than amoled? Thanks in advance.


text:
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Out Of Commission
Life has been crazy, I haven't posted anything in over a month, I've been way too busy with other things. Maybe I'll be back one day. Much love, over and out.
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Things That are Random and Awesome
Spotted on the Huckberry blog
Although these photos are completely unrelated to anything, I could look at them for hours and never stop smiling. Mexican Hairless FTW.
In other news Rothrock State Forest is unbelievable but I have been having way too much fun to take any pictures, hopefully more on that later.
Monday, August 27, 2012
Accuweather Trails
I'm so excited to be back in State College with my mountain bike, the trails here are endless. Today I rode the Accuweather trail, it's not huge but it has some crazy turns and lot's of rad obstacles. The photo is pretty crummy but I was having too much fun to take others. More trails to come, I'm headed to Rothrock State Forest this weekend.
Friday, August 24, 2012
Thursday, August 16, 2012
Bicycles and the Sartorially Inclined
Photo by The Sartorialist
This photo never gets old. Tall bikes are awesome, the light is perfect and the rider is lovin' life. It doesn't get much better.
Monday, August 13, 2012
Erik Jonsson's Pinarello Stelvio
If I had the means to build a road bike right now, it would definitely look a lot like this. Old Steel, primarily modern components and zipps; such a killer combo. The bike belongs to Erik Jonsson of The 5th Floor, for more images and a complete parts list, check out their site.
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Chemical Brothers: Velodrome
Chemical Brothers 'Velodrome' - London 2012 from CrystalCG International on Vimeo.
Although this video has been making it's rounds, it is absolutely worth another post. I have been a fan of the Chemical Brothers for a long time and the soundtrack for the movie Hanna was the icing on the cake. Chemical Brothers do the Olympics and man do they kill it; groovy.
Sunday, August 5, 2012
New Hat Day: Peonfx
I finally got my Peonfx 5-panel camp hat yesterday and I'm really stoked on it. It's a nice fit and the fabric is really cool plus it came with some interesting packaging and a few stickers. Check out more cool Peonfx swag on there store!
Smooth summer jams
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Shiftin' Heads Not Gears
As you may have noticed, I have been out of commission for almost a month now, but not to fear! I have been really busy between work and traveling; things are finally starting to settle down and I will have more time for Crank it! A friend showed me the original post at the beginning of June and I'm really diggin' this guy's style (especially the first shot). Leader was an interesting choice for a fashion photo-shoot especially with the flat bars and white tires; questionable. I think something like this would have been more appropriate. For more of the original spread check Adentro Style.
And then there is this...thanks to Real Men's Wear
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
The Termites Got Me
So in a nutshell, I have been way too busy which in turn makes me extremely lazy in my free time which leaves little time to post, whomp. On the bright side the Stumpjumber is getting plenty of use climbing, bombing and exploring.
I love when iPhone photos turn out great; this guy is from the inside of a termite eaten tree in the woods.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)


text:
For the trial, which will begin in the middle of next year, an all-weather outdoor router or an indoor router will be installed in subscribing residences by Dish. The router will contain high-gain antennae for the 4G TDD-LTE signal, which will be delivered through Sprint's 2.5-GHz band. If the Corpus Christi trial is successful, the companies intend to expand into other markets, targeted at homes and businesses.
The companies said the joint trial combines the unique resources of both parties. Tom Cullen, Dish executive vice president of Corporate Development, said in a statement that his company offers "a workforce of professional technicians who visit thousands of homes every day performing professional installations for both video and broadband."
Sprint, Clearwire and SoftBank
Michael Schwartz, senior vice president of Corporate and Business Development at Sprint, told news media that the collaboration helps "identify and develop new and innovative products and services that maximize the use and utility of our spectrum and flexible network infrastructure."
Dish Network provides satellite TV to more than 14 million customers, and Sprint provides wireless and wireline phone/ service to over 54 million customers. Recently, Dish engaged in a bidding war with Japanese mobile carrier SoftBank for control of Sprint, but was not successful. Over the summer, Sprint, Clearwire and SoftBank merged.
In the trial, the companies are using Sprint's spectrum, not Dish's. Dish's technicians can readily install the wireless broadband router at the same time they are visiting a home to install a satellite TV receiver, meaning that Dish could begin to compete more directly with cable and phone companies that are providing phone and broadband Internet as well as TV. Dish is seeking to expand its business beyond the fairly saturated TV delivery market.
For Underserved Areas
Sprint's position as the third-largest mobile phone provider and Dish's as the second-largest satellite TV provider means that both could benefit by offering broadband Internet to the underserved 20 percent of the U.S. that has limited choices for broadband Internet. Most of that 20 percent is in rural areas.
Ken Dulaney, vice president at industry research firm Gartner, told us that this joint effort "only makes sense for the underserved areas," as there is enough broadband service available in the metropolitan areas. He also said that LTE fixed wireless doesn't always provide "great performance," so it might come out behind in a head-to-head competition in the cities.
The 4G expansion had been "part of what Clearwire was trying to do" before the merger in the summer, Dulaney added, so this trial project continues that direction.


text:
2-Pk. of Wireless Motion Sensor LED Stair / Step Lights, Dark Brown
Item # WX2-592985
- Details & Specs
2-Pk. of Wireless Motion Sensor LED Stair / Step Lights pump out 20 lumens. Perfect for hallways, steps or as your child's night light!
When you wake up in the middle of the night, it's always tough to maneuver down stairs to the kitchen or bathroom in complete darkness. And you never want to turn on a light and wake up your wife or children. Well, your problem is solved with this 2-Pk. of Wireless Motion Sensor LED Stair Lights. A built-in motion sensor detects movement up to 15' away, and automatically turns on the bright 20-lumen bulb. With no wiring, you can mount these anywhere... in a hallway, on the steps or use 'em in your child's room for a night light.
Features:- Durable housing is weather resistant for indoor or outdoor use
- LED bulb produces 20 lumens
- Lights areas up to 120 sq. ft.
- Turns on when motion is detected up to 15' away
- 20 or 60-second auto shutoff conserves battery life
- High-quality LED bulb never needs replacing
- Wire-free installation is incredibly easy
- Glow-mode option emits soft glow when darkness is detected
- Run on 3 C-cell batteries (not included)
- Mounting screw included
- Measures 3 x 3 1/2 x 1 3/4"h.
Order yours ONLINE today!
- Reviews
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Articles & Tips


text:
Do you have a talkative cat? I'm not asking if your cat actually speaks to you (although I know many pet parents who swear they do!), but some cats seem to be talkers (or meowers), while others prefer to give their owners the silent treatment. Whether or not your cat is a talker may be due in part to genetics. Siamese cats, for example, are notorious for their voices. But often times, talking is just part of the personality of the cat.
Personally, I think it's enjoyable to come home at the end of the day to have my cat greet me with meows and chirps, as if she's filling me in on what happened while I was gone. Less adorable, however, is the howling she sometimes does at night when I am trying to sleep. Maybe you've had this experience, too. Just as you start to fall asleep, your cat starts howling like she's in pain. You go check, and she's sitting there looking at you without a care in the world. As we all know, it's a cat's world--we just live in it.
But night howling may actually be a signal of illness, especially in an older cat. High blood pressure, or hypertension, can occur in our pets just as it can in ourselves. Hypertension is known as the "silent killer" in humans, and the same applies in our pets, especially because they cannot tell us that they are feeling poorly. High blood pressure can occur in cats with no underlying cause, but more often high blood pressure is secondary to an underlying disease process, such as:
Chronic hypertension is thought to be uncomfortable, which is why your kitty may be howling at night.
Another disease process classic for a cat who howls at night is hyperthyroidism. Increased thyroid hormone production ramps up your kitty's metabolism, and the result is a cat who loses weight despite a ravenous appetite. These cats may keep their owners up with their incessant howling for food all night long.
Maybe your cat misses you at night, or maybe she's found some prey (real or imaginary) and wants to tell you about it. Who knows what goes through your cat's mind at three in the morning. But if your cat's nocturnal conversations are persistent, it's best to talk to your veterinarian, especially if your cat is over seven years old. Your cat may actually be trying to tell you something important about her health. Help her out!
*indicates required field
By submitting comments to this blog, you are consenting to the following rules:
1. You agree that you are fully responsible for the content that you post. You may not post content that is libelous, defamatory, obscene, abusive, that violates a third party's right to privacy, that otherwise violates any applicable local, state, national or international law, or that is otherwise inappropriate. Furthermore, you may not post content that degrades others on the basis of gender, race, class, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sexual preference, disability or other classification. Language intended to intimidate or to incite violence will not be tolerated. In addition, by posting material on the blog comments, you represent that you have the legal right to reproduce, adapt, display, and distribute this material to others. Petplan will not be held responsible for posted information that may infringe on a third party's copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property rights.
2. You understand and agree that Petplan may modify and republish the content of your comments. Petplan may monitor user-generated content as it chooses and reserves the right to remove, edit or otherwise alter content that it deems inappropriate for any reason. By posting you agree that your comments may be republished by Petplan online and in print.
3. You understand and agree that the blog comment areas are to be used only for non-commercial purposes. This blog prohibits any actions to solicit funds, promote commercial entities or otherwise engage in commercial activity through the blog comment function.
Thanks for leaving a comment on this page. It will now be sent to our administrator for approval and should be added to this site shortly.
policies by AGCS Marine Insurance Company, an Allianz company
Visit your vet at least once a year to keep your pet protected from preventable diseases.


text:
On this episode of The Young and the Restless, Ashley wears a white jacket with a cropped back. The soon-to-be bride seems to be eager to become Mrs. Tucker McCall as she dons the color white a bit prematurely. It will be interesting to see how many guests upstage the bride and wear the same color.
Helmut Lang Jacquard Tuxedo Jacket
$635.00 byGet the look for less with these options.
Leifsdottir 'Chameleon' Tuxedo Jacket
</p> $398.00 byGabriella Rocha - Showcase Blazer
$95.00$76.00 by Gabriella Rocha at Zappos


text:
Caroline - Unregistered August 06, 2012 7:45 PM If Silverstone had used modern barriers like TecPro, the grandstands wouldn't have to be ridiculously far away from the action, in one instance they're literally in a different postcode to the track ... Populous make Tilke look like a genius. 10 agree 1 disagree
Barrie Williams - Unregistered August 06, 2012 3:17 PM Typical of the Americans to make a song and dance about something which is just standard practice on many circuits nowadays. 3 agree 9 disagree


text:
The Fifth Column
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Fat Bums Complain
About farmers who are
loosing money
on their strawberries. As usual, fat, lazy, and mostly black welfare recipients are complaining that farmers are in financial difficulties. I don't think these lazy welfare recipients are acually buying anything. But they certainly have nerve complaining they are not getting more free food.
No comments:
Post a Comment
Newer Post
Older Post
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)


text:
Physical Well-being
Exercise for Cancer Survivors
by Claudio Battaglini, PhD, and Denise Spector, PhD, RN
It has been estimated that the number of cancer survivors in the United States exceeds 13 million and is continually growing thanks to improvements in both early detection and cancer treatments. This is great news! However, cancer survivors often have unique healthcare needs that can significantly affect their quality of life, both physically and emotionally.
Five Reiki Ideals for Cancer Survivors
by Marsha R. Drozdoff, ACSW, LCSW, CRMT
From the time of diagnosis, you may wonder if life will ever be the same. Stress and worrisome thoughts can feel like an uninvited stranger who demands your attention and respects no boundary when you want to focus on anything but cancer. Reiki can become an invited guest into your life and can help you better manage all stages of treatment, as well as your survivorship transformation.
Diet, Exercise, & Weight Control Improve Odds after Cancer Diagnosis
New guidelines from the American Cancer Society say for many cancers, maintaining a healthy weight, getting adequate physical activity, and eating a healthy diet can reduce the chance of recurrence and increase the likelihood of disease-free survival after a diagnosis.
Exercise – Getting Started is Easier Than You Think!
by Nancy Campbell, MS
When the American College of Sports Medicine published exercise guidelines for cancer survivors in 2010, the take-home message was clear: exercise offers benefits for those with cancer – even those undergoing difficult treatments. In fact, exercise is one of the most important activities you can pursue to give yourself an extra boost during and after cancer treatment.
Break Free from Tobacco Use
by Maher Karam-Hage, MD, and Paul Cinciripini, PhD
People recently diagnosed with cancer are trying to adjust to their new reality. They are either working to understand their illness or coping with their treatment and the unwanted side effects of surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation. Moreover, the daily stressors of life are magnified by loss of income due to inability to work, disruption of family relationships, changes in daily routines, and added strain to existing interpersonal conflicts.
Women, Cancer, & Sexuality
by Ralph and Barbara Alterowitz
After cancer, women often feel they have lost a significant part of themselves and their sexuality. Mourning is natural. Women need to learn ways to cope with this loss. But when mourning locks you in, when you let it act as a kind of emotional quicksand, it compounds the tragedy of loss. Many women feel that their cancer has not just changed their sense of self, but has damaged it.
Yoga May Help with Fatigue-related Symptoms in Breast Cancer Survivors
A common side effect of cancer treatment is fatigue: approximately one-third of cancer patients experience persistent fatigue. According to a new research study, funded by the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine at the U.S. National Institutes of Health, yoga may help breast cancer survivors deal with fatigue.
Tips for Preventing Infections during Chemotherapy
People with cancer who are treated with chemotherapy are more likely to get infections through everyday activities with their family and friends or from healthcare settings. One out of every 10 people with cancer who receives chemotherapy gets an infection that requires a hospital visit.


text:
New Dexaprine & Issues with cardio
New Dexaprine & Issues with cardio
I just started a new batch of the reformulated Dexaprine. I took a half cap first thing in the morning and noted the profound suppression of hunger for the duration of the day. I took off to the gym around normal time @ 5:30pm and really struggled getting though my cardio/run that I usually and complete without issue. I felt REALLY winded and my heart rate was up. Is this normal? If so, I can't imagine taking a full cap.'
Any feedback is appreciated... Thanks.
It seems like the stim affect was a little to much, but then again, this was one of your first doses. Try it again, never base anything off of 1 time. It could have been a ton of other things, but very possible it is the dexaprime. Yesterday, I did nothing different but felt like my heart was going to pounce out of my chest. Did the same stuff today, and felt normal.
MikeHi-Tech Pharmaceuticals Representative -
What mike said.
Maybe you were running on empty with no enough kcals to train???...::: Olympus Labs Athlete & Representative :::...Crossfit - DEMIGOD -
Similar Forum Threads
Going hypo with cardio
By Head Nurse in forum Weight LossReplies: 8Last Post: 10-10-2005, 05:02 PM -
serious issues with Legal Gear dermasize and NO-Infuse
By 300cc in forum SupplementsReplies: 0Last Post: 08-17-2005, 02:03 AM -
Issues with puberty and prohormones
By tbonz169 in forum AnabolicsReplies: 14Last Post: 03-07-2005, 05:29 PM -
timing issues with igf and insulin
By GH_MAN in forum IGF-1/GHReplies: 4Last Post: 08-02-2004, 02:29 PM -
New Female Member with some Questions
By daszign in forum Training ForumReplies: 9Last Post: 04-08-2003, 09:44 PM


text:
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
5 Happy Inspirations: Hearty Finds
If you read my blog I take it as a natural that you love beautiful goodies for the home. So I guess you are one of my fellow sufferers when it comes to home accessories. Sometimes I walk through an interiors store and I literally feel my heart skip a beat when I encounter something hearty. Most of the times it is a challenge (to me a kind of Olympic discipline) to withstand the immediate urge to grab that little something and buy it. But as I grow older and wiser (with a supernatural effort to make the former less intrusive and the latter more distinctive) I sort of get a hold of this and manage to pull myself together. But sometimes...sometimes I am just a mess altogether and an unteachable home accessories shopper. These '5 Happy Inspirations' would most certainly bring that unteachable side of me to the foreground.
1. The Ay Illuminate pendant would be perfect in my bedroom. Seen on Vosgesparis.
2. The Malin Figur bedsheets from Ikea plays with one of my favorite colour combinations.
3. The Mega Knit plaid by Hay from La Maison d'Anna G. features yet another favorite colour combo of mine.
4. Colourful trays with funky fonts - big like! By CADA Design as seen on designbotschaft.
5. This clothing rack from Strek Collective is super sleek and ideal for minimalistic interiors.
Happy hump day!
13 comments :
Igor! I'm back in full swing again and can't wait to catch up on all the good stuff I've missed over here;) I love that knitted blanket, and I agree with you on the colors. xo
ReplyDeleteThat is a coincidence .. using the same picture today ;) It probably is a sign that you HAVE to buy my lamp ;)
Ask Ay Illuminate to sent you their digital catalogue so you can drool over all the choices!
Subscribe to:
Post Comments


text:
Ocean Cove
TripAdvisor Reviews Ocean Cove Kilkee
Travel Blogs from Kilkee
Lastest Installment
... the peasants must have been excrutiatingly tough. The life expectancy was 35. We came home to spaghetti which was delicious! In the evening we played International Rummy. Even Papa played a round! (and won). Before turning in we FaceTimed Sassy for her birthday and got to see B.B. King in action and then FaceTimed Tom and Trish and got to see Matthew before he went to sleep. We learned from him that Sam has mac and cheese for his school lunch today. You'd think he ...
"Rocking" the Aran Islands
... around a new city and enjoy dinner and drinks are the pubs. Most people from our program ate at the King's Head. We were trying to switch up the typical pub food, so Sean ordered a burger and I ate a BBQ chicken burger. We enjoyed taking in the scenery with our pints and pub meals. The city of Galway was fun to walk around. There was an artistic energy in the city, with many street artists ranging from interesting instrument players to caricature ...
The Aran Islands
... fishing bay and the setting sun.
Tomorrow we head down to the tip of the peninsula to Loop Head Lighthouse. The cliffs are similar to the Cliffs of Moher, but sans touristas! Then we will cross the Shannon River by ferry to a B&B in Milltown, County Kerry, just at the start of the Dingle peninsula.
PS: Dayna is starting to drive like a professional (grandma).
Jagged Beauty
... bee can't figure out how to get out. As Elizabeth scans the trunk for something to use to prod it out it flies away. Guess we can't go anywhere without some bee drama.
We finally arrive at the cliffs. As we drive over the hill a giant and very full looking car park greets us. Tour buses line up outside and swarms of people, like ants, crowd what we can only assume are the cliffs. We walk up the path, and before us lays the most impressive sight. The cliffs ...
Day 10 Arriving in Ireland.
The day started off at 5.45 as we said goodbye to old friend Alistair in Edinburgh and we headed off to Dublin, Ireland. The flight took only 45 minutes but to pick up the rental car took an hour and a half, what is that? As we left Scotland the weather had changed to as everyone would envisage dull and wet and we arrived to a bright sunny Irish day. We had arranged to meet my fathers cousin, Elizabeth Ryan and her sister, Francis ( Frankie) ...


text:
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) oversees the Housing Choice Voucher subsidized rent program, also known as Section 8, and the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), which insures home mortgage loans. Before approving a lease in the Housing Choice Voucher program, HUD conducts a housing quality standards inspection. During the process of an FHA loan origination, HUD conducts a similar inspection to ensure that the house meets HUD's General Acceptability Criteria.
Goals of the Inspection
The housing quality standards inspection for the Housing Choice Voucher program ensures that landlords who offer housing in the program provide sanitary, safe and suitable rental housing to low-income participants. With an FHA loan, HUD conducts an inspection to confirm a property's satisfactory condition and decrease the probability that a buyer will default on his loan due to unforeseen, costly major repairs. This general inspection occurs simultaneously as part of a bank appraisal of the property. FHA makes recommendations for improvements that you should make, and in the case HUD finds a necessary improvement infeasible, HUD rejects the home for the loan. Although HUD conducts a thorough inspection, buyers should not consider meeting the General Acceptability Criteria a suitable substitute for a personal inspection with a professional home inspector. Both HUD inspections require the presence of active utility services to successfully test the function of water, heating, ventilation, cooling, electric and plumbing.
Housing Quality Standards
The housing quality standards examination considers 13 different points for approval: bathroom, kitchen, security and space, thermal environment, electric and lights, structural components, indoor air quality, water supply, presence of lead-based paint and smoke detectors, neighborhood, home access and sanitary conditions. HUD will ensure that the house meets safety regulations and has adequate space for living and food preparation. For point-by-point requirements, refer to the housing quality standards checklist provided in the Resources.
General Acceptability Criteria
Approved properties include a separate structure, row house or individual unit in a condominium development. The test will assess external environmental quality, septic tank cleanliness and function and water drainage, and the presence of adequate ventilation, hot water access and sewer drainage. The home's mechanical systems must operate safely, be safe from destructive elements and have high quality with a reasonable life expectancy. Stairs must have hand rails and doors must be accessible and functional. Paint and plaster must be repaired when peeling or cracked. Separate units must have independent utilities unless divided under a shared single service plan. Ground-level wood structured properties must have a termite inspection conducted.
Photo Credits
- house image by hans slegers from Fotolia.com


text:
Saturday, September 8, 2012
Skull Season - Polymer Clay
My favorite exception to my rule is my little skull pendants. Skulls appeal to some people year round and they are made in the same way as my little head pendants and are so fun to make.
I like to use a minimum of manipulation, preferring to quickly provide just enough detail to - although odd with this subject matter - bring the face to life.
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Using Polymer Clay as Printing Plates
Using Polymer Clay as Printing Plates #polymerclay #printmaking #unaodd #instagram, originally uploaded by Lynn_EL/UnaOdd.
It reminded me that somewhere in the recesses of my filing cabinet were some explorations I'd made about 10 or so years ago using uncured polymer clay as printing plates. I was doing freelance work for a greeting card company at the time and was going to propose a series of cards based on this style. I don't remember why I didn't pursue it, but it's been pretty much the template for my art experience. Experiment, don't follow through, move on.
I look forward to seeing where Gen takes her ideas. She seems to work in such a naturally organic way.
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
New Tool Alert - Kiln in Firingplace
After Wendy's excellent class I was thrilled with the possibilities of the medium, but was frustrated by the limitations and quality issues of torch firing. Having also taken pottery classes in the past, and having an interest in exploring glass and possibly enamels, I thought it was high time I looked into acquiring a kiln. A quick search on Ebay found one up for auction within an hour's drive - which meant the option to forgo shipping costs, which meant more bargaining power in the auction. When the auction finished it was mine!
A day later my kiln was home -with much generosity on the part of the seller as well, who threw in some extra PMC and promised to send her tools and cork-clay when they turn up. While the fireplace in my studio is not to code for building actual fires (the firebox is too shallow), it does however, fit the new kiln perfectly!
The fireplace is now transformed to The Firingplace!
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Sweet Little Color Break - Faceted Wood Crystals
Wood Crystals Closeup #myart #acrylicpaint #wood #faceted #crystal #rainbow #geometric #facets #itswhatido #instagram #unaodd, originally uploaded by Lynn_EL/UnaOdd.
The last two spring days have been gray and rainy, and while that is great for the garden and gives my yard-work sore muscles a rest, it isn't always a boost to the mood.
Nothing like a bright rainbow to brighten the day!
I have an upcoming show, June 9th, at the Bethlehem, PA Ice Rink on Illick's Mill Road. It will be my first time doing the indiemade craft market and these little crystals will be made into magnets.
Hoping for a sunny day for the show! If you're in the area please drop by!
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Ghosts from Machines - Mechanical Textures in Polymer
I really love impressing things into polymer and seeing what the resulting textures say to me. Mostly I work with natural textures - leaves, twigs, feathers, shells, etc...
I do have a deviation from the natural that gives me a lot of enjoyment. I like to salvage and scavenge small bits of man-made materials. Some times it's mechanical - like gears and flywheels, knobs and keys. Other times it's just scraps that have nice shapes - like pen caps, dosing syringes, bread bag ties and hang tags. Anything being discarded gets inspected first for texture possibilities.
Usually when I start impressing I instinctively make faces. They have become their own little line of pendants that I call "Ghosts from Machines".
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Tutorial -Making my 'ugly' molds for my Rustic Nature Polymer Clay Pendants
Meanwhile, here is my mold-making/pendant making system. Ugly, but sturdy.
In the prototype stage you will need polymer clay - I use up old early Sculpey stock for my originals. Early Sculpey is really not strong enough for serious jewelry work, but is great for making prototypes.
A clay rolling tool - I use a section of an old metal arrow shaft.
A pair of even thickness shims to act as your clay thickness guides - Some people use playing cards, matboard etc... Mine are just strips of 1/4 inch plywood.
A clay scraper.
Xacto, or other sharp pointed blade.
Leaves from your garden.
A selection of shape templates - I cut mine from heavy stock plastic, like the kind used in binders. Clear stock is nice as you can see the placement of the template on the leaves.
Roll your conditioned clay to the desired thickness - I like mine thicker since I like to drill my beading hole from side to side. Roll your leaf gently into the flattened clay.
Place the template over the leaf and cut around the template with the Xacto blade. Cut through the leaf and stem. Make sure your blade is sharp so it doesn't 'drag' on the stem and distort the clay. A small up and down 'sawing' motion when you reach the leaf helps too, rather than a pulling cut.
Cure the clay and do any edge finishing/sanding until the piece is the desired finish quality.
Now that you are ready to make molds you will need your completed prototypes.
The mold making product of your choice - I like Amazing Mold Putty but have also used Townsend Atelier's product Knead-a-Mold®
Measuring spoon - I like 1/2 tsp size.
Measure out two equals scoops of the molding product. Amazing Mold Putty comes in Part A and Part B. Usually the two parts are different colors and you knead them together until a consistent color is reached. I work in small quantities since the molding material tends to set up rather quickly. If you mix too much it will set before you can work with it all. I have also discovered through trial and error that trying to push an object into a large blob of the molding material creates a blurred/multiplied image.
Once blended evenly, and working quickly, flatten out your blob to the approximate dimensions of the 'face' of the piece, but not too thin. At least 3/16 inch thick, 4mm. Starting at one end of the piece and pressing in a gentle forward-moving fan pattern, ease the putty across the face and into the impressions. A flat application tends to trap air which will leave bubble marks on your mold.
Wrap the remaining mold material around the edges - I like to give the corners a little pinch as well. Silicone mold material sticks to itself so my next step is to build up the mold. Mix another blob and give the bottom another layer of thickness to make the mold a little more sturdy. I continue to mix material and wrap the edges and sides, trying to stay as even as I can with the top of the prototype. Trim the top edges with a blade if desired.
Now you have a finished mold and are ready to make some replicas.
You will need your finished molds.
Conditioned polymer clay.
A flat-ended tool for pushing the clay into the mold - I just use the end of my Xacto knife.
Clay scraper.
Freezer - I like to pop my clay into the freezer for a few minutes. You can then pop the clay out of the mold and use the same mold to do a new piece, making many replicas before curing.
Shape a piece of your conditioned clay into a piece approximately the size and shape as your mold, but slightly thicker than the mold is deep. When you put the piece in the mold it will bulge out of the opening a little. Taking a flat-ended object, gently push the clay into the mold. You are trying to make sure that the clay is forced into all of the recesses in the mold. You can leave the surface textured if you like, or trim off top with a clay scraper and smooth the clay. Place in freezer for about 5-10 minutes, then un-mold by gently flexing the edges and putting light pressure on the bottom of the mold.
Clean up the edges before or after curing. Cure the clay as per product instructions and finish as you prefer. I paint mine with heat-setting acrylic paint and sand lightly to give a rustic finish.
Let me know if you give the tutorial a try, and I'd love to see what you make with it!
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Golly Bard Love
A most splendid Christmas Gift from my husband!
I have long admired the wonderful watercolors of Holly Ward Bimba, watercolor-artist -fantastic, of the Etsy shop Golly Bard. She has quite a lovely blog as well!
Her subject matter is dear to my heart and her style pleasing to my eye.
Birds and eggs and nests...
Twigs and roots and blossoms...
Fancifully filled bottles hold macabre collections...
Crazily-long-legged bugs contort and twist. Decorated with Holly's signature patterns.
What a wonderful Christmas surprise to find not one Golly Bard painting, but THREE! Of course I immediately wanted to write to Holly and thank her for doing such beautiful work, but then I thought it would be so much nicer to frame the pieces first and then post a photo.
Time passes....
Of course such lovely pieces needed to have custom frames, and that took some planning. Then the frames were ordered and they took a few weeks to arrive. Oh yes, I needed to cut mats and actually frame the pieces! I could have waited until they were hung, but I still need eye-hooks and picture framing wire... and you can see how this goes. I thought the time was well overdue - so thank you Holly, for the beautiful work that you do! Thank you Glenny, for bringing such beautiful pieces into our home, and for choosing so well from my favorites!
Kaida agrees too! :^)