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Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick Compact Reviews
A Great ProductI was surprised to see so many negative reviews on this product. I'm young (24) so I can't speak much to the fact it supposedly highlights wrinkles as others are claiming. However, the reviews saying it doesn't provide enough color are a bit off in my opinion. I'm black and I bought the shimmer brick in nectar (the pinkish/red) and I see a hint of color on my skin. I think people mistakenly pu...read morerchase this expecting a shimmery blush, which it isn't. If you want significantly noticeable color, buy blush. If you're looking for a hint of color that also highlights your face, this is a great product. (I didn't like the brush it came with, though...I'd recommend something fuller). — 6 years, 4 months agoashley_allen | 2 reviews
A little goes a long wayThis shimmer brick may be expensive but it sure does last. Use just a little to brighten up your face. I prefer using this at night, or for evening events. I think it looks a little too fake in the sunlight or wearing it to work. I guess it depends on what type of job you have. If you question how much you should wear, ask a good friend if you have too much on. — 6 years, 6 months agomoodymaria | 42 reviews
Nice ShimmerI have this in Nectar, it gives me a soft shimmer, though the color doesn't show up on me as much as I had expected. Works nicely as a highlighter over a similar color blush. I love the look of the compact, nice to carry around. — 6 years, 8 months agosmartshopper2 | 20 reviews
Love Bobbi Brown Shimmer BrickBobbi Brown Shimmer Brick Pink is one of my absolute favorite beauty products. If you are looking for something to really give your complexion a radiant boost, I would definitely suggest Bobbi Brown Shimmer Bricks. This product comes in a variety of shades making it easy find one that works with your skin tone. Simply dust the powder lightly where light hits naturally on your face. The Shimmer Bri...read moreck will then reflect light from your face giving you a glow that appears to come from within! What are you waiting for? Get the Brick and get glowing! — 7 years, 8 months agoascott87 | 5 reviews
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Shimmer brickI got this product for Christmas last year and I love it. I use it as a highlighter on my cheeks and also sometimes as eyeshadow. The color is sheer and lovely. Great product for getting that glow. I haven't tried it on the body yet but I'm sure it would be great for a little shimmer on the chest and shoulders too. I deducted a star because the little lock broke. — 7 years, 9 months agoRcomeau | 8 reviews
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GlowI have the Beige Shimmer Brick and love it. I've had it for about two years and it still looks like its been hardly used. I'm pale (a BB #1 Warm Ivory Foundation Stick) and I can wear it when I wear hardly any makeup, when I'm tan in the summer and, of course, when I go out- no need to buy any other colors. It's not one of those products that I can't live without, but one that always helps me look pulled together. — 8 years, 1 month agoLinnylv | 10 reviews
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Fantastic on my very fair, over-40 skin!To say that I'm "shocked" by the official TotalBeauty rating (6.5) sounds melodramatic -- it IS just a piece of makeup, after all! But. I am a little shocked, nonetheless. I think this must be perfect for a very fair complexion. That's what I have, and I absolutely adore both my bronze and pink Shimmer Bricks. The majority of people have darker skin tones, and so the majority may not fin...read mored this product as flattering. (What I find SO often is that shades perfect for my skin tone come around once in a blue moon and then usually get pulled right away because I'm the only one buying them!) Most bronzers are just plain wrong for my skin tone. They leave me looking orangey or muddy . . . totally unnatural. But the bronze shade it gorgeous on my skin. I use it as a nighttime blush (just on its own for a pretty, glowy enhancement) and eyeshadow. For the eyes you can pick one or two stripes to use or swirl your brush across the whole thing. The white stripe is great right under the upper brow and on the innermost corner of your eye, especially for dressing up. I've had my bronze brick for probably 7 years. A little goes a very long way!! I keep thinking I should get a fresh one, but I've never had any problems with it and keep my brushes clean. I use it on both my cheeks and eyes probably 15-20 times per year. I purchased the pink brick at Costco this spring, and I love it too. I use it the same way, and I like an even lighter application for a pretty, very subtle, monochromatic pink-y look. One note: I purchased and returned a special edition gold brick last holiday season, but only because several of the colors were duplicates from the bronze compact. — 8 years, 3 months agoLisa456 | 18 reviews
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Love this but.......Have had no luck keeping them from disintigrating into powder that ends up all over my makeup bag/purse/anything in it's path! The colors are gorgeous, and I use them alone as eyeshadows-blending them, adding additional shimmer to my lipstick or gloss, and then together as a blush, highlighter, or bronzer, depending on the colors I'm using. And then, one day, the dreaded event will happen, and I'l...read morel open my bag and find my beloved shimmer brick will be nothing but shimmer...never to be used again.... — 8 years, 4 months agocityblondechic | 19 reviews
subtle shimmerI agree with the reviews that pointed out that it's light on pigment. Shimmer is subtle,not a lot of actual color, but that's what I liked. I love this stuff, but I do wish it lasted longer...not much staying-power. — 8 years, 5 months agoRECinTEX | 4 reviews
niceI use this to highlight my eyes but rarely use it for my cheeks and such. I have the beige one and I am satisfied with the product. — 8 years, 8 months agoennosenze25 | 96 reviews
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"Bounce" in my fly rod
I'm fishing a Lamiglas #8 rod and having an odd problem with it feeling like it's bouncing. This happens when I lift the line from the water, on my stop on the backcast, and when I stop on the forward cast if I don't shoot a lot of line. If I go really slow on my backcast I can keep it from happening, but I have trouble keeping my line off the ground then and can't keep very much line airborne.
I've learned to deal with the bounce by using a long drift after my backcast, but I have some pretty ugly S curves in my fly line until it starts to straigten out. Anyone have any tips on dealing with this?
Re: "Bounce" in my fly rod
Hi wfosborn,
If I remember right you are the worlds worse fly fisherman.:smile: Make sure when you do your pickup the rod tip is close to the water and that the fly is moving before you start the pickup. The S curves can be caused by over powering the cast. It sounds like you are having a timing problem. Do you self a favor and get a DVD on fly casting.
Re: "Bounce" in my fly rod
Yup, that's me Frank. I'm finally catching a few fish this year, but I think only because it's one of the biggest runs of pinks on record up here and you just can't help but catch them.
Went out again today and borrowed a friends fly pole that has a fairly slow action on it. Pretty similiar to my old rod. After using his rod for a while I picked mine back up and was able to cast much better with a lot less bounce to it but still not totally gone. Seems like using a small flick with my wrist at the end of my backcast and less pulling with my arm helps, does this make sense or am I leading myself into worse shape doing this? Is there a different style of casting you need to use with faster action rods?
I did go borrow some VHS tapes on fly casting from the fly shop here, now I just need to get a working VCR to watch them on . . .
Re: "Bounce" in my fly rod
Hi wfosborn,
Where are you fishing in Alaska? Glad to hear you are catching some fish. That is what it is all about even if our cast are a little wanting.
If you get a chance to cast a fast action rod it would be interesting to see how you cast a fast action rod. The casting stroke is usually better for most if the wrist is not too lose or active. Some people cast quite well with a lot of wrist movement but it generally is not the best method. The casting stroke as taught by Lefty Kreh is accelerated near the end of the stroke and then abruptly stopped. It is some what like a flick but is not done with a wrist flick. I have to tell you that helping you solve a casting problem with out seeing you cast is really tough.
Re: "Bounce" in my fly rod
Hi Frank,
I'm in Cordova in Prince William Sound. Tons of humpies and dogs here right now, and the Silvers are starting to show up too. Ton's of fun catching them, but even if I don't get anything it's still good just to get out there.
I know it's pretty hard to troubleshoot a cast without seeing it, I'm hoping I can get out with some of the excellent fly-fishermen around here and get some tips from them. I'll try to borrow a fast action rod from one of them and see how that feels to me.
I found a guide written by Lefty Kreh, I'll read through it again. I appreciate the help and advice.
Re: "Bounce" in my fly rod
I was getting a 'bounce' or continued oscillation in a fly rod once using a 4
wt forward floater. I changed to a lighter line and a double taper and
the problem went away. When I forward cast the previous line I get numerous
curves in the line as it lay down. I was thinking, "Why can't I do this on
a river?" :)
Something that might cause the s'curve on the forward cast is stopping the
rod abruptly and letting the line fall down rather than setting the line on the
There are numerous fly casting vids on YouTube.
So, how's it coming so far?
Re: "Bounce" in my fly rod
You could try using the least amount of power needed to get the cast done. It almost sounds like you're overpowering the rod yet coming up with neat ways to mask it, like that backward drift.
I was in an casting instructors class at an FFF conclave this summer and the subject of the bounce, or wave in the line came up. The general consensus by the instructors was to not worry about it unless it's extreme because that wave will be pulled out by the line.
Better than video most times, hunt down a certified casting instructor in your area. An hour or two spent with a good instructor gets you real-time evaluation and corrective measures for your cast.
ps... I just did a search for certified casting instructors in Alaska. It looks like there are none! Study, practice and be the first!
Re: "Bounce" in my fly rod
Well, where I'm at is pretty small and it's hard to get out so I don't think I'll see an instructor anytime soon. But as life would have it, there is an ex-instructor here who has been giving me some help. Been a while since I've been back to this post so I'll see if I can remember what I've done since then. . .
As Frank said, making sure the line is moving before I pickup has helped. I make sure I'm bringing in line before I pickup now, that has helped. Also, a firmer wrist (with a snap of the wrist ) on the pickup/backcast, combined with some drift and (as I see it as) an exaggeratedly slow laydown seem to take care of the problem.
I'll have to look around on YouTube for some fly casting videos. Still haven't done that yet . . .
Re: "Bounce" in my fly rod
As it was said, it's hard to diagnose from reading a post. I usually get a bounce when my cast is unrolling too fast - especially when I'm casting a
heavy fly - or when my false cast unrolls before I start my next cast.
Some will disagree, but when I have a considerable amount of line out, I always begin my next cast before my false cast unrolls. (Many tournament casters do this.) The faster the line is unrolling and the heavier my fly the sooner I begin my next cast.
Also, because I can't generate the same line speed on my back cast that I can on my forward cast, I begin my false back cast when the loop on my forward false cast is still at least three feet long.
Randy Kadish
The Fly And Spin Casting Site
Re: "Bounce" in my fly rod
BTW, when I'm making long casts I find one of the most difficult things is to
false cast at the proper speed. If I cast too slowly the cast collapses. If I cast too fast I get a bounce.
Randy Kadish
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The stay at Baskerville Farm was simply great! The Cottage is exactly as comfy and beautifully arranged as described and shown in the pictures. Actually it did not feel like staying in a holiday home, but as being at home, due to the lovingly arrangement. Ruth & Morgan are fantastic hosts and did a perfect job to give us the feeling of being welcomed. The area is ideal for a relaxing time in the country, with Beautiful landscapes and nice trails. Still many places are interest can be reached within max. hour drive. So this is fine as well. Altogether it was the perfect holiday experience. Thanks a lot to Ruth & Morgan for creating such a great environment for relaxation.Susanne2016-05-12T00:00:00Z
Baskerville Cottage is richly deserved to be called a luxury cottage. The cottage is very aesthetically restored and we immediately felt at home. The household was completely equipped with everything we needed or even more. A view from the windows shows the beautiful Dorset countryside. Ruth and Morgan are lovely hosts who gave us many ideas for our sightseeing tours. Thank you Ruth and Morgan!Pirkko2016-02-20T00:00:00Z
We spent a lovely few days at Ruth & Morgan's delightful cottage. With a warm welcome and goodies to enjoy on arrival it was a real treat. Beautifully clean, fresh and tasteful decoration throughout, with an exceptionally comfortable bed and fabulous shower. We even followed up to enquire about the furniture as we loved the sofa and Ruth was so helpful. A very relaxing break, thank you so much. Best Wishes, Deborah, Riz & the girls.Deborah2016-03-24T00:00:00Z
Ruth was so accommodating when we arrived at the cottage. No problem was too small for Ruth and Morgan to help us with. It was the perfect country stay for my family. The cottage was luxurious but had all the comforts of home, including toys and games for my little girl. Can't praise the cottage and the easy communication with Ruth enough!Eleanor2016-04-19T00:00:00Z
We had a lovely time here. Peaceful and very comfortable. Beds and showers fantastic as was the kitchen. Ruth was very welcoming and helpful as we arrived. Much to do in the area but sitting by the fire was wonderful.Kerrie2016-11-18T00:00:00Z
Room type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Stour Row, United Kingdom
Jenny was incredibly welcoming and made us feel instantly at home; she was there to answer every question and gave us some great local recommendations. The annex is attached to the farm (an amazing and fascinating building) and is cosy and very well equipped, with basic supplies to allow you a cup of tea on arrival. There are beautiful views of the dorset countryside and it's the perfect rural spot to explore the bluebell-filled woods and the surrounding areas. We were really sad to say goodbye- it's a wonderful place to stay.Lauren2016-05-05T00:00:00Z
Great place to stay when visiting North Dorsetsandy2016-08-08T00:00:00Z
The cottage is set in an ideal location right on the edge of the woods and stunning countryside. We were so lucky to be there at bluebell time - it's fabulous. Jenny was such a great host and really looked after us even bringing us some salads when we couldn't get to the shops. The cottage is small but well equipped and cosy. Jenny had provided a range of great films too. Lovely relaxing stay - thank youLouise2017-04-27T00:00:00Z
This is a real find in Dorset! Surrounded by lush rolling green hills with an extremely comfortable home to base yourself in. We (family of 4 with children aged nearly 5 and nearly 2) stayed for a weekend away from the city and loved exploring the woods behind the farm (Duncliffe Wood) and the surrounding villages. Udder Farm shop and cafe (with a Cook) is around the corner and made self catering super easy. Jenny has been very considered in fitting the cottage out whether you are staying in or spending most of the time out (and the surprise buckets of Lego and bag of toys were a hit with our kids!) She was really helpful in recommending Vale Farm for a horse riding lesson for my eldest child and the v impressive local cheese festival on the weekend we were there. I would happily hurry back here for some R&R. The 2nd bedroom has a single bed and our travel cot could squeeze in (but no extra space on the side) and while the kitchen and dining space is cosy, it's very functional and was more than comfortable for us.Alison2016-09-11T00:00:00Z
This place is great for relaxing and the views are wonderful. It's very close to a few towns. Great walks. The annex is very spacious and cosy. I stayed here with my dog and he loved the open space as well as Jenny's two dogs. There's plenty of privacy and if you need anything Jenny is right there. Highly recommend a long stay here.Barbara2017-02-20T00:00:00Z
Jenny's place is lovely! The location is perfect and there is plenty to explore in the area. The house was comfortable and perfect for a rural getaway. Highly recommended!Ben2017-05-01T00:00:00Z
We had a great stay in the annex. It was clean and comfortable and very well equipped. It is super quiet, but only a five minute drive from Shaftesbury, great pubs and a cracking farm shop. There are lovely walks from the front door and the scenery is simply stunning. Jenny did a great job of being on hand but not invading our privacy. The bread, milk, butter and jam were an unexpected bonus and the tasty cake stopped our tea being too wet! Wouldn't hesitate to come back.Victoria2016-08-05T00:00:00Z
Jenny has a beautiful beautiful farmhouse in a lovely, quiet and very green part of the North Dorset countryside. First things first - she's really nice (and interesting). It was great to have an aperitif one evening with Jenny and her daughter Charlotte and talk about the world. Otherwise, the place itself is absolutely beautiful - and very well equipped. Thank you Jenny for a great stayAlan2016-08-12T00:00:00Z
Room type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Stour Provost, United Kingdom
Our hosts made us feel very welcome at every stage of this rental. They were accommodating, and friendly. They wrote a very helpful guide to the house, the region, the local services and anything else that we might need. They gave us pub and restaurant tips and even provided tourist guide books for the surrounding area. They were very relaxed about everything and made us feel very "at home". We were a group of 10 adults and 2 small children for the Xmas break and we had a wonderful time. The house was very large (8 bedrooms) and more than accommodated our large family. The joy of staying in this house is based on many factors not the least of which is it's grand architectural style. The rooms in the old section are very large with a superb dining room and Drawing Room which were wonderful for all our Xmas feasts and entertaining. The Drawing Room has a fireplace and so we had many wonderful evenings sitting in a grand, but cosy atmosphere. There was plenty of wood and the house was very warm throughout. The chickens and sheep and Alpaca provided great entertainment for the children and adults alike. The views from this house are quite stunning. There are large windows throughout and we were all treated to beautiful vistas of the surrounding countryside. A great place to stay with a large group.pippa2014-12-28T00:00:00Z
Room type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
East Stour, United Kingdom
My sister, husband and I spent the most wonderful five night stay in this cottage. From the minute we opened the door, we loved the place. In fact, well before then, we started to feel really good about the place, as Stanley was a great communicator and a very thoughtful host. This place really was a home away from home for us, in a really special village. Stanley thought of everything, and provided us with a welcome pack, lots of information about things to do, places to eat, books to read, as well as all the household essentials. My sister even made use of the jogging track thoughtfully provided for us, and we all did the local walks. From our handy base at this cottage, we took day trips to Bath, Shaftesbury, Sherborne, Tintinhull, Wareham and the Purbeck Coast. (There were many other options, but no time to do everything!!). The cottage is very conveniently located for adventurous travellers, and idyllic for those who just want to soak up the atmosphere of a well-positioned and picturesque English village.Christine2015-04-15T00:00:00Z
This spacious, well presented cottage is a wonderful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. The home is adorned with artefacts from different cultures and books galore (of all kinds) and it is an oasis of peace for relaxation purposes. A serene landscape can be admired, especially at sunrise, from the bench at the end of the garden. Sipping on tea/coffee, taking it all in is highly recommended. Located in the sleepy village of Fifehead Magdelen, the cottage offers an ideal base for exploring the surrounding Dorset landscape, villages such as Sherborne and Shaftesbury and other heritage sites. Definitely worth staying!Joyce2015-11-23T00:00:00Z
The house is delightful and in a lovely position. It was both cosy and spacious. Our host left us a welcome basket which we enjoyed drinking.. We were comfortable and we really enjoyed our stay. We found the cottage information very useful, and visited some of the local pubs and were very impressed. What a beautiful county Dorset is. We will certainly return.Seona2015-10-14T00:00:00Z
Stanley's house was fabulous. The pictures really don't do the house justice. There is plenty of room and space. The garden areas are lovely. Stanley's information was spot on and he made us feel like we were at home. We would love to return one day!Lara2016-05-03T00:00:00Z
This house is a treasure. We are confirms fans and will be back.Chris2017-05-21T00:00:00Z
We spent two weeks in cottage Stanley, with our two young son. We never met the owner, but communication with him has always been fast and pleasant, either for rental or during the stay. The apartment itself has a really particular charm and comfort, an impressive amount of books, and is spacious enough for everyone to isolate. It is extremely quiet, the kitchen and the bathrooms are fully functional. In addition it has a garden that allows you to admire the surrounding countryside. The owner offers a wealth of local information and books. This property is perfectly situated for exploring Dorset and the Jurassic Coast and Bath, but we can also hike or run in the immediate vicinity. There are several shops and pubs / restaurants approx. 15 min. We can only recommend this accommodation and will return with great pleasure.Patrizia2015-08-08T00:00:00Z
dear Stanley,thank you for the time we could spend in your beautifull and cozy home. the view in your garden was beautifull and the wine a fantastic malbec! thanks for arranging That we could stay!Carolin2016-07-21T00:00:00Z
We had a wonderfull time in Stanleys house. We have found what we have expected - a very personal, unique atmosphere and "charme". The house is perfect equipped. We have loved the silence in this area and all the touristic opportunities near by. @Stanley: Cheers for all the emails, your help & your recommendations. Auf Wiedersehen! ;-) Jessi, Max & StevenSteven2014-11-07T00:00:00Z
Room type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Fifehead Magdalen, Dorset, United Kingdom
Lesley was a fabulous host! She made planning my weekend away with some friends and family a breeze which is never normally the case with large groups! The house itself is even more beautiful than the pictures and has a lovely view from all windows. On arrival we had a tour of the house to inform us of everything we needed to know. All essentials where provided which I was not expecting which was a lovely surprise. I would defiantly stay at this destination again and hopefully next time a little longer than the weekend!molly2016-02-15T00:00:00Z
Absolutely fantastic house. We headed down for the New Years weekend. Lesley was there to meet us and show us around on arrival. Incredibly accommodating. Ideal place for a group of friends or families who want to escape from it all. The property is superb, even better than the pictures. There were 10 of us in total and we had plenty of room throughout the house. Close enough to walk to a few local pubs as well. For anyone looking for a place to relax and unwind then definitely head here. We will be heading back.James2017-01-02T00:00:00Z
The house was even better in person than in the pictures, plenty of different areas to gather in, the kitchen/dining/back lounge/outside area is such a fantastic space to have big groups of people in enjoying food & drink together! All of the rooms were spacious, plenty of bathrooms (one for each of the bedrooms), house was very clean, everything we needed was there. Ordered a tesco delivery for Friday night and had no need to leave the house we kept ourselves very entertained. Lesley was friendly and easy to get hold of, we had a fantastic weekend and would love to come back!Whitney2016-07-11T00:00:00Z
Wow, an amazing house. The photos don't do it justice. There is meticulous attention to detail in every room. Nearly everything you can possibly think of is available for enjoying your stay. I want a house like this. :)Madhava2017-04-10T00:00:00Z
Great place - house is is immaculate and in a great location. Excellent for large groups and hosts were very accommodating. Highly recommend and would stay there again.Grant2017-05-07T00:00:00Z
The house is lovely. Very well equiped. Our party of 8.5 eat all our meals in the house. All equipment, storage, cleanup provided including a gas bbq and wine cooler. Lesley was very accomodating in providing for the one year old in our party. Clean and spacious home with multiple in door and out door seating and eating areas. The Dorset country side is very picturesqe and multiple activities in easy drive. Great experience!William2015-08-04T00:00:00Z
Great house in amazing location, Lesley was an excellent host - very welcoming and friendly and very easy to reach. Very cool fancy house, immaculate and in a very picturesque location. Would definitely recommend.Kelwen2017-05-21T00:00:00Z
Lesley was lovely and very helpful from Day 1 of the booking right through to the day of arrival. The house is immaculate, but also has a homely feel with plenty of space for 10 people. We went for my Dad's 60th and it was the perfect place to celebrate. Shaftesbury and Gold Hills are a 10 minute drive away and there are some lovely walks across the fields and farms surrounding the property.Miles2016-10-10T00:00:00Z
Room type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Dorset, United Kingdom
Lovely place, in a very peaceful area. Short driving distance from shops and pubs. Lots of food provided and hosts were very helpful and accurate.Gregory2017-04-12T00:00:00Z
A wonderful place in a quiet, relaxed location. The apartment is wonderful - the photos do not do it justice and the views overlooking the surrounding countryside are just lovely. We had everything we needed and more - thank you for the extra breakfast bits and apple cake too! Peter & Ann were wonderful hosts. We look forward to visiting again soon.Fiona2017-04-17T00:00:00Z
We had a great stay in this excellent annex. The place is really lovely and surpassed all of our expectations. We received a great welcome and we really appreciated all of the little extras and there was a little survival package of food waiting for us when we arrived. The place has lots of great features such TV with lots of DVDs provided, private parking, lovely patio out the back and so much more.Jason2017-05-27T00:00:00Z
Another fabulous stay at this lovely place. The annexe is private, comfortable, cozy, and spotless with everything you might need. We loved it so much the first time we booked again. The hosts are friendly and accommodating and nothing is too much trouble. The place is fantastic value and even more lovely than on the photos. Just stay here!Alison and Nick2017-05-01T00:00:00Z
Even nicer than on the photos and perfect for a little get away for a couple of days. The property has everything you need and more and the hosts were very generous with provisions. It is a very quiet and peaceful location, the beds are comfy and the living areas light and airy and again very comfy and the kitchen has everything you might need. In summary, excellent - we will be back!Alison and Nick2017-03-06T00:00:00Z
Amazing. They provided loads of extras. Lovely and clean.Billy2017-04-10T00:00:00Z
Peter and his wife are very gracious hosts. They welcomed us and made us visit the house. It is completely independent and consists of two bedrooms, one large and one smaller, with a large living room a beautiful kitchen and a private terrace or one can make a BBQ! and what a beautiful view of the countryside, without any opposite. Nothing is missing to feel like home. The apartment is very well organized and very clean, and also very quiet. We enjoyed nice touches from Peter and his wife who left us milk, what breakfast banana eggs and even a cake made welcome home ... excellent! I recommend this place and wishes to thank our hosts for their kindness. I recommend this property and will return as soon as possible!michel2017-05-08T00:00:00Z
the house is really confortable and very clean, we arrived that was late evening and Peter was there still waiting for us!the beds are very confortable and the kitchen as all you need to prepare a good meal ! good internet all considered since the place is kind of secluded...and lots of dvd movie to choose from! parking at two steps of the door, we really appreciate that too! and the quiet? wonderfully silent! perfect to sleep till late! see you next time!Josh2017-03-19T00:00:00Z
Room type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Moorside, England, United Kingdom
Rachel's home is set on a hill overlooking the beautiful Dorset country side. It's completely separate to the main house and is self contained with a dish washer, washing machine, bath, etc. It looked brand new and we certainly enjoyed sunsets on the patio and a walk through the horse field to a lovely pub. We are quite independent travellers so this place suited us well as Rachel and her husband were friendly, helpful and gave us space to enjoy ourselves. They were flexible to allow two of our family members join us at last minutes notice, providing towels and another bottle of wine for the balcony. I would suggest that if you are an international visitor it is best to bring a wifi dongle as there is no wifi, however the pub does have some you can use if you need to plug in! The fridge was well stocked and there is a shop about 10 minutes drive to pick up any additional essentials. Thank you for a fantastic and relaxing week!Nicole2015-08-08T00:00:00Z
Lovely week staying at Rachel's fabulous cottage, with stunning views. Rachel's communication was excellent throughout the whole process. We had a very busy week with the area and the cottage was a lovely retreat to recharge batteries.Amanda2016-07-17T00:00:00Z
We spent our last nine days of a very hectic UK trip here - and it couldn't have been a better place to rest, relax and 'reboot' ourselves. The bedroom is large and comfortable, the living area has comfortable seats and the view is beautiful, quintessential English countryside. The kitchen was generously stocked, and we appreciated the wine. There is no microwave, but we soon got used to that. You will definitely need a car - not only to get to town, but also to get to any good walks. Rachel and Andrew are charming, welcoming hosts, and very helpful, and I would definitely stay there again. There is no WIFI, but Rachel and Andrew were happy for us to come up to their house to access theirs for phone calls etc. Thank you also for providing a road map for guests - we found it very useful for planning day trips, and none of our other Airbnb's had one.Catherine 2016-08-12T00:00:00Z
I have only good things to say about my stay with Rachel and Andrew. Right from the start, Rachel was fantastic to communicate with and incredibly helpful. She advised me on cab numbers and places to pick up groceries, and was very friendly and welcoming. The place itself was lovely. Such a stunning view from the decking (they weren't lying about the sunsets) and kitted out really beautifully. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and the facilities were fantastic. I was surprised and delighted by the fact that the kitchen was already well stocked with tea, bread, milk, eggs, butter, fruit juice, etc. and even a bottle of wine! Rachel had warned me that they were having a pool party on the Sunday so I was expecting a bit more noise, but what I wasn't expecting was to actually be invited to join them! Their friends and family made me so welcome, and they made a real effort to include me in conversation. I had a lovely afternoon, with plenty of food and booze. It was a great way to end my weekend stay. I'd gone to Tunnel Head for a chance to relax and recharge my batteries, and I couldn't have asked for a better place to be. I got home feeling rested and relaxed, and is if I had made new friends. Thanks guys!Annette2015-08-31T00:00:00Z
We had excellent communication with Rachel before our arrival, giving detailed directions to their property; also during our stay with recommendations for local activities and pubs. The property itself is in a fantastic location, very quiet area overlooking fields, and having Alpacas for neighbours! It was very comfortable - especially the bed - and was fully equipped for our short Easter break. Rachel asked us about bread and milk she would get for us, but were amazed to also find duck eggs, hot cross buns, wine in the fridge for us. Unfortunately, the weather was not great over most of our stay, but we did make use of the deck on one afternoon, which was lovely in the sunshine. We look forward to returning in nice weather!Rachel2016-03-30T00:00:00Z
It was exactly as described and easy to find! A very relaxing and comfortable retreat and very quiet, just what we wanted. Despite the fact we had atrocious wet and windy weather we found plenty to do nearby out of the rain. Sherborne Castle and grounds, the castle for when it rained and the garden and walk for when it stopped. Shaftesbury in slightly drier weather for Gold Hill (Hovis ad) and a bit of shopping! Wells Cathedral and Bishops House, lovely grounds and gardens and some nice pubs. The accommodation provided everything we needed, comfortable bed and a good night's sleep and well equipped kitchen.Jenny2015-08-26T00:00:00Z
A wonderful retreat. Beautiful views from the patio. Extra mattress for additional guests and courtesy additional clean linen an groceries. With the wonderful weather we could have been in the south of France. Comfortable, clean, relaxing.Caroline2015-08-09T00:00:00Z
We had such a lovely stay. The cottage was comfortable and clean with beautiful views. Rachel was an excellent host, great communication and very welcoming and also giving us plenty of privacy. The area itself is stunning with plenty to see and do.Kimberlee2016-05-31T00:00:00Z
Room type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Tunnel Head, Gillingham, United Kingdom
Room type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Marnhull, England, United Kingdom
When we arrived Annabel told us where the keys and the cottage were. Absolutely lovely. A hidden gem, beautifully quiet. Beautifully decorated with lovely furnishings. Stunning quality linens. A nice touch of Neals yard toiletries. Absolutely nothing to fault a wonderful stay. Great location (if you have a car) central to some great things to doAlisdair2017-05-24T00:00:00Z
We lived our stay at Annabel's place. Lovely cottage with lots of room, and what a gorgeous garden! Could've stayed forever. Really comfortable rooms with everything we needed and more. Annabel was super friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend for a peaceful gettaway with access to beautiful countryside on the doorstep. Thanks Annabel!Rebecca2017-04-30T00:00:00Z
This little cottage is idyllic. Cosy, peaceful, squeaky clean and with a lovely feel to it. The beds were comfy and it's kitted out with everything you need. I will definitely be returning.Daisy 2017-05-27T00:00:00Z
Superb location! Great host and comms. The furnishings were excellent - a great stay. Thanks.Paul2017-04-23T00:00:00Z
lovely location and lovely cottagejemma2017-04-22T00:00:00Z
The host canceled this reservation 9 days before arrival. This is an automated posting.Keri2017-02-16T00:00:00Z
A lovely secluded cottage surrounded by quiet farmland.Jon2017-02-24T00:00:00Z
I spent all day and evening out at a course but really wish I could have spent more time at the house. It's comfy, welcoming, well-equipped, well-heated, clean, and in beautiful, quiet surroundings. Particular note about the excellent bed sheets and fluffy towels. :-) Our hosts are lovely and friendly while allowing you to do your own thing. Perfect combo.Laura2017-03-26T00:00:00Z
Room type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Dorset, England, United Kingdom
Went back for a second and third visit, Clive is just a gentleman, with a great house and a lovely set of African parrots.Olusegun2015-12-16T00:00:00Z
Beautiful home, much better than the images on the website, and Clive, what a man?, always with a smile.Olusegun2015-12-12T00:00:00Z
Clive needs to put up a better image, the room and the accomodation is much more beautiful that the image on display.Olusegun2015-12-19T00:00:00Z
Room type
Private room
Property Type
Dorset, United Kingdom
Charles is a real English gentleman. It was the first time that I had the opportunity to chat about several things with a host at airbnb. Wonderful chatting, great stories and experiences shared. I would certainly recommend Charles for anyone. And, oh, lovely breakfast as well. Thanks Charles, really hope to get back to Dorset someday and spend more time at your house. Great to meet you.Bernardo2016-03-31T00:00:00Z
The room was very comfortable and Charles was the perfect host making my stay an absolute pleasure, a really nice bloke. There are the most awesome walks right on your doorstep. I would happily stay again.Guy2017-05-01T00:00:00Z
Charles was the perfect host and my stay was happy and comfortable. The peaceful, well-equipped room overlooks fantastic scenery, and the property is surrounded by attractive gardens. Everything was spick and span, including private WC + shower, and service included a beautifully served breakfast. Highly recommended.Kate2017-03-13T00:00:00Z
Charles is a brilliant host, stayed with him twice and I will definitely recommend him as the accommodation is tidy and Charles is very polite and friendly.Thomas2017-02-23T00:00:00Z
The house was in a really nice and quiet area and Charles and Bernie made us feel welcome. They gave us valuable inputs about the Jurassic coast. They were both very friendly and easy to talk to. The room was clean and big enough for our overnight stay. It was an excellent experience.Gowri2016-08-08T00:00:00Z
Great place! Charles is very welcoming.Hannah2017-05-14T00:00:00Z
Extremely welcoming and helpful. Room is very comfortable.Graham2016-07-04T00:00:00Z
It's a nice accommodation, the room and bathroom were clean and the bed was comfortable. Charles is very friendly as well.Thomas2017-02-10T00:00:00Z
Room type
Private room
Property Type
Marnhull, Dorset, United Kingdom
Room type
Private room
Property Type
Gillingham, England, United Kingdom
We really felt like at home. Jayne was a lovely host. She respected our privacy and still took a great care of us. The place was tidy, nicely furnished, the photos match the place. We really enjoyed our stay. Lovely countryside and we reached and saw everything we wanted. Thank you very much.Miroslava2016-06-01T00:00:00Z
Jayne was the perfect host! She is friendly, welcoming and thoughtful. The accommodation is spotlessly clean, very comfortable and well equipped in a lovely peaceful, rural location. What more could you ask for! Thank you for everything Jayne, we will certainly be back!Rebekah 2016-05-03T00:00:00Z
This was the best place we've stayed at. Jayne and Dave were brilliant hosts and the basement apartment is perfect for couples. We were really impressed by the views of the countryside and the surrounding area is great. Really happy!Robert2016-08-11T00:00:00Z
This is my first time using Airbnb and found it very easy and very glad I found Jayne. Jayne and smiley were very welcoming, nothing was too much hassle! The pictures don't do this annexe justice, very clean and comfortable. Just what we wanted! Excellent few days and will definitely be going back :)Darcey2016-04-11T00:00:00Z
This was our first time airbnb stay and we didn't know what to expect. It was so lovely and we hope our next venue is as good. Jayne and her family were delightful and couldn't been more helpful. She had stocked the kitchen up with so much food and kept asking us if we wanted anything else. The flat was lovely and beautifully furnished, loads of books and dvds and the bed was super comfortable. A great location for us, quiet and a beautiful outlook over the Dorset countryside, we couldn't have asked for more A+ airbnber.Sue2016-07-04T00:00:00Z
A last minute booking that didnt disappoint. Beautiful setting with lovely views. Tastefully decorated to a high standard we had everything we needed and more. The little touches that Jayne provided like fresh baked bread endless toiletries make this a place we will stay at again and would reommend.Gary 2016-09-18T00:00:00Z
Jayne was so welcoming and the flat is absolutely perfect for a short stay away from the world! The space has recently been refurbished to a very high standard and has all the amenities you'll need for your stay. Jayne provided wonderful breakfast bits as well as lovely teas, coffees and juices. I would highly recommend a stay here!Emily2016-08-01T00:00:00Z
Jayne and Dave were very friendly and welcoming. The flat was newly decorated, clean, comfortable, well appointed and had everything we needed for our stay. Although it is accessible to the house, we felt very private. Jayne was available if we wanted anything. We were looking for a quiet, secluded spot where we could relax. Blue Hills is located on a quiet lane which made it perfect. The bed was very comfortable so we slept extremely well. Pubs and shops were an easy 10 to 20 minute drive away.David2016-09-07T00:00:00Z
Room type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Dorset, United Kingdom
The Hosts were very accommodating throughout the stay. It was an ideal place to stay. Our own seperate area to spend our time. The surrounding area was good for walking across the fields. Very friendly area including pubs and nearby shops. Off street parking and a no through road.Roland 2016-10-16T00:00:00Z
Claire's place is a fantastic weekend break, cosy and well equipped for snug break. Breakfast options provided were lovely. Peaceful setting and wonderful hosts.joanna2016-09-30T00:00:00Z
Lovely place. Perfect for a relaxing getaway.Jeremy2017-04-09T00:00:00Z
Claire and her husband have done the cottage up to a really lovely standard, lots of nice homely touches, if anything I would say that it's even better than the photos! They were really helpful with all of our questions. Marnhull is a great village for a break, nice pubs and good walks in the areaAmanda2017-02-26T00:00:00Z
Lovely cottage. The double bed was amazingly comfy. Facilities are great and the host very helpful. Definitely recommended.Matt2016-08-16T00:00:00Z
Barrel Cottage was the perfect stress busting sanctuary for a world weiry city dweller. Everything you need - Claire even arranged for the sun to shine! In the evening the brilliant electric (not wood burning stove), was fabulous! Hope to return with family/friends next time. Thank you.Sue2016-11-11T00:00:00Z
Barrel store cottage is a delight Claire has put a lot of thought into creating a lovely welcoming space with everything you need. Breakfast supplies were left for us which we appreciated we enjoyed our stay very much.Jane2016-11-02T00:00:00Z
Lovely, cosy country cottage with everything needed for a quiet getaway.Caroline2017-04-04T00:00:00Z
Room type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Marnhull, England, United Kingdom
We spent a pleasant week in Marianne's house. It is perfect for 2 people and the fixtures and fittings are of good quality. There is not a lot happening in Milton on Stour itself. Not even a pub to walk to. There is a marked cycle way but I did not have my bike with me. So - you have to be mobile. We didn't see much of Marianne but she made herself available if necessary. Our only issues were 1) the house was a bit hard to find although that maybe our fault 2) the bathroom drainage is in need of attention. We have plenty of experience with fosse septique systems at home so could see the signs, and finally the 3) the wifi is rather eccentric, disconnecting and loosing bandwidth. I ended up playing musical chairs with the available sources.David2015-03-23T00:00:00Z
Marianne made us feel very welcome. The property description was accurate, there is everything you could need. We had a great weekend stay at Woolfields Barn and would be happy to return in the future.Elizabeth2015-12-14T00:00:00Z
Could not have asked for anything more and I strongly recommend it to anyone looking for a quiet location with easy access to everything Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire have to offer. The reality exceeded expectations, with the facilities better than described. Marianne is an extremely hospitable host and I have been made to feel very welcome. I have been a long term guest here and have wanted for nothing - a really cozy home from home.Tim2016-01-29T00:00:00Z
We had a lovely short break in this great little cottage! We went for some R&R and we most definitely got it! Marianne welcomed us on arrival and made sure we had everything we needed. The cottage was spotlessly clean and had a large very comfortable bed! It has all the amenities you need for the perfect break away and such great value! Thank you very much! :) Charlotte and GaryCharlotte2015-10-29T00:00:00Z
What a lovely and comfortable flat! It is warm, attractactively decorated, full of books that we would love to have had time to read, and has a comfortable bed that I was most reluctant to wave goodbye to. Marianne and Brian are great hosts who made us feel welcome. Fresh flowers, fruit, and a welcome note were there on our arrival, as well as some delicious chicken, shortbread and other goodies. I don't know who made the Napolean's chutney, but it was very tasty. The location was ideal for the places we wanted to visit by car, especially Sherbourne, Shaftesbury, etc.Irene2015-06-07T00:00:00Z
Our stay at Woolfields Barn was amazing. Marianne and Brian made us feel so welcome. Marianne went out of her way to make sure the place was clean and considering we came in a day earlier than she expected we really appreciated it. It was the last cottage that we were staying in after 5 weeks in the UK and we spent 5 nights there and it was so relaxing. The bed was comfortable and so big, the place was warm and inviting and there were so many little extras that they thought of it was great. Highly recommend this one. What you see is definitely what you get. 5 stars all the wayWendy2015-10-14T00:00:00Z
Lovely accommodation, very clean and well presented. Marianne was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again.David2017-04-08T00:00:00Z
We had amazing time at Woolfields Barn. Marianne and Brian were incredibly kind and made us feel very welcome. The accommodation was a very high standard and perfect for our needs. We would definitely go back and stay at Woolfields Barn in the future. Thank you Marianne and Brian!Dan2016-08-21T00:00:00Z
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We had a wonderful experience staying at Saskia's beautiful house in Shaftesbury. We were two families with small kids and they found lots of fun things to do around the house (books, billiards, trampoline). The garden and the views are stunning and the house has everything visitors need, including fresh herbs and veg from the garden. A great place to stay in summer and in winter - it's cosy and warm, open and well lit.Aviv2015-07-30T00:00:00Z
Great house & location with a welcoming feel. The setting is lovely with views across the Dorset countryside and easy access to Shaftesbury. The house is spacious & well equipped, and the trampoline, pool table and numerous games kept us all amused throughout our stay.David2015-08-09T00:00:00Z
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Belinda's home was so peaceful, comfortable and the perfect place for a tranquil weekend, Belinda makes the most excellent healthy breakfasts. Belinda is a great host, friendly, warm and she gave us some good info' on local places to visit. Motcombe is peaceful with good walks in all directions and the local town Shaftesbury is ideal for restaurants, pubs and history.chris2015-09-01T00:00:00Z
Belinda was very accommodating and went out of her way to make our stay great. House is simple and beautiful with a very comfy bed. Breakfast was a highlight.Bonnie2015-05-25T00:00:00Z
We had an excellent stay with Belinda in her beautiful home, which was wonderfully decorated. Belinda ensured we had everything we needed for a quiet stay and prepared a delicious breakfast in the morning. Plus the cottage is in a great location for exploring Dorset.Johann2015-06-22T00:00:00Z
This cottage is exactly as it is described in the listing. Quiet, uncluttered, very elegant, exceptionally clean, it exceeded our expectations. Belinda is a cordial host, communication with her has been easy throughout booking and our stay. She welcomed us with the tastiest of cakes, and cooked us wonderful breakfasts. We enjoyed her company, and greatly appreciate her sharing her house with us and making us feel at home.Yulia2015-05-17T00:00:00Z
Words cannot really describe our experience with Belinda- but magical, peaceful and calming spring to mind. Belinda's home is a very special place where you feel at ease with yourself and you begin to relax and become more mindful. The cottage is beautifully decorated with the most simplistic of decor and the vintage roll top bath is the perfect place to unwind. Belinda herself, is a lovely, gentle person who makes you feel very welcome as soon as you set foot into the stone wonder of her cottage...and as for the breakfast...well I shall leave others intrigued, as breakfast is amazing and homemade. We loved the Bircher muesli and scrambled tofu. We absolutely love this place and have already booked our next visit! You must also visit the Beggars Banquet Cafe in nearby Shaftesbury...beautiful food.Sharon2015-09-07T00:00:00Z
It would be difficult to enter Belinda's space without experiencing the effects of it's calm and present grace. This is credit to Belinda's thoughtful design and hospitable welcome. We left feeling nourished in both mind and body. Easy conversation, rejuvenating breakfast and open space gave way to the simplicity of silence and nature. We would definitely recommend the stone cottage to anyone looking to take a break.Theresa2016-05-16T00:00:00Z
An exquisite home and host in a beautiful part of the world. The simple beauty of the stone cottage and Belinda's calm warmth were inspirational. Breakfasts were absolutely delicious and both mornings a nourishing start to the day. Belinda's local knowledge of the area guided us to a beautiful circular walk, lovely local pubs for food and fine reclamation rummaging and hunting. Lovely chit chats each morning before we set off on our local adventures and thanks for the reminder about the value of "pottering"! Huge waves from Putney and looking forward to plotting and planning a return trip.Sue2016-05-30T00:00:00Z
What a find! A beautiful, two bedroomed stone cottage in a very pretty part of the country. Belinda is a delightful hostess who made our stay very pleasant. The cottage is simply decorated & furnished but very comfortable nonetheless. Finally, the breakfast is varied, tasty & plentiful. HIghly recommended.Simon2015-06-15T00:00:00Z
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My wife & I have recently returned from a very enjoyable and tranquil New Years' break at The Music Room. The accommodation, a converted coach house, is particularly well appointed being perfectly equipped for a short break and is precisely as described by the host. Despite the typically hostile January weather the property was always warm, comfortable and homely. The Music Room is ideally located being just a short (but vertiginous!) stroll into town with numerous fabulous countryside rambles within a few miles radius of the property. The local 'Ye Olde Two Brewers' is a particularly good pub servicing excellent food in a nice relaxing atmosphere, demanding at least a couple of visits. Caroline is a lovely, professional, amenable host and a credit to Airbnb. We would have no hesitation in booking the Music Room again. Neil & JulieNeil2015-01-05T00:00:00Z
Lovely cottage, exactly what we were expecting and Caroline made us feel at home straight away. The location was perfect for walks to Shaftesbury and through the countryside. Would come back again if we are in the area.Ellie2016-01-03T00:00:00Z
Truely beautiful cottage. Looked after so well, wonderful setting. Very close to Shaftesbury town centre which has so much to offer. A perfect weekend. Would highly recommend.Eddie2016-03-07T00:00:00Z
We had such a lovely stay. The space was really spacious and private. It was in an excellent location so we were right where we needed to be.John2016-05-30T00:00:00Z
It was our first airbnb booking and I must say that we were really glad that we did it. It was a nice little cottage and is exactly as described. Shaftesbury is a very nice town and is within walking distance to Goldhill (the Hovis in 1973). It fit our small family of 4 (2 adults with a 1 and 3yo) perfectly. Caroline and her husband were quick in responding and were very helpful. We look forward to booking with them again.Michelle2015-04-05T00:00:00Z
Both Caroline & Jess were very welcoming hosts. The Music room is a wonderful Bolt hole in a great location. The accommodation was both stylish & equipped with everything you need, along with the added bonus of being completely dog friendly. Absolute Gem!Julie 2015-03-30T00:00:00Z
26 - 27 November 2016 Just come back from a lovely relaxing weekend in beautifully crafted Music room. Set in a excellent location for dogs walks, site seeing in Shaftsbury and escaping away in such a private location. Hosts Caroline and Jess are friendly and efficient! What more could you want :) We will be coming back again that's for sure, along with slippers for the cold stone kitchen floors! Really enjoyed ourselves, so did our dogs ! Look forward to coming back xEmma 2016-11-27T00:00:00Z
Caroline was a wonderful host and the Music Room was fantastic - it has everything you need there and in a wonderful location too. We hope to be back very soonLyndsey2016-07-04T00:00:00Z
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see thru scope mounts
just wanted some information on the best see thru scope mount for the mini 14 rancher. might also want to mount a light.
I was about to post this same question. I just got myself a new (used) mini 14 ranch rifle with a bushnell scope mounted, looking for options.
Havent had a lot of luck yet, but the best thing i might have found was a ruger to weaver mount that attachs directly to the ruger ring mounts. Its a B Square ruger to weaver mount. It looks like it has a deep groove in the middle that when used with regular weaver see thru rings might make it possible to use the iron sights. Iam still checking on it though. Good luck. let me know if you have anything better. sam
I think I found it
Rifle Accessories Ruger Mini 14 30 Ruger Muzzle Brake Gas Block Compensator 3 Point Steel Bedding System
Go about 3/4 to 7/8 the way down the page.
Weaver makes see-through scope rings that fit only the Ranch model Mini-14's. They're a good match.
B-Square also makes a nice see-under rail-type mount that fits onto the Mini-14's receiver cover plate. It is also a good match, but the copycat knock-offs found in abundance on ebay are not as good, so those should be avoided.
I don't understand why you want to mount the scope so high that you'll lose any semblance of a cheek weld. It would be a lot better (IMHO) to have a quality variable scope mounted low and turned down. If you had a longer shot you could always crank the scope up to a higher power. See thru mounts are an idea that sounds great on paper but sucks in practical application. You would be looking through a very small tunnel for the iron sights so that would negate any advantage of having iron sights to begin with.
yeah now that you mention it, might suck in practice. I really liked the concept... any suggestions on a good variable scope?
Honestly, the rail or the Weaver rings work just fine.
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The man needed hospital treatment after he suffered a cracked cheek bone and substantial bruising to his face.
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After a rancorous day of argument in Parliament, Mr Howard used his televised address last night to restate his case for joining the United States action without United Nations sanction.
He also met head-on Opposition accusations that his Government was playing down the level of any terrorist threat faced by Australia as a result of its involvement in the war.
Mr Howard said the overthrow of Saddam Hussein would prevent his regime passing chemical and biological weapons to terrorists and "make it less likely that a devastating terrorist attack will be carried out against Australia".
Labor rejected that view, saying the Government had not produced any evidence that Saddam planned to arm terrorists.
The Opposition focused its Question Time attack on the contradictions between an official US warning of a heightened terrorist threat to countries taking part in the military campaign and the Government's assertions that Australia did not face any greater risk of attack.
The Government also said it had substantially increased its contribution to the humanitarian effort to aid the expected wave of Iraqis fleeing their country.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Alexander Downer, said that in addition to the $10 million already committed to a UN fund, the Government would provide $7.5 million to help establish refugee camps in Jordan and to help the most vulnerable refugees, including Iraqi women.
That contribution followed threats from several Liberal backbenchers that they would cross the floor to vote against the Government's war resolution unless a greater humanitarian commitment was made.
At a brief press conference before his address last night, Mr Howard confirmed that Australia's forces had been involved in the first strikes. F/A-18 Hornets had begun operations over Iraq, escorting early warning and refuelling aircraft. The four naval vessels in the Persian Gulf took part in support operations.
Mr Howard indicated that Australia's SAS special forces had also begun operations, but said he could not deliver any details of their activities for
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Mr Howard said Australians should prepare themselves for the possibility of military casualties, but maintained the Government's decision to deploy troops weeks in advance helped minimise that risk.
Earlier yesterday, two Gulf War veterans, Magnus Mansie and Brett Jones, returned their service medals to the Prime Minister's office to protest against his decision to commit troops.
In a letter to Mr Howard, the ex-servicemen said their medals were "incredibly valuable and a source of great pride" to them because they were earned supporting a UN-sanctioned war in 1991.
The Government's decision to send troops to war without that sanction now was "flawed" and troops were used "like pawns on a chessboard", they said.
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War On Iraq
Tanks steam to Baghdad; 14 troops die in crash
Invasion begins
Second wave a precursor to blitz
US closes consular services in Australia
We act now to secure our future: Blair
Bush begins with strategic strike
Surprise as first strike short and sharp
Why all hell broke loose at a suburban house
Bats and ground huggers go for vital targets
War could see tighter security against terrorist attacks
Deep underground, the military sees all
Business as usual but barber keeps nervous eye on TV news
One man's war puts the best of us to the test
America's desert ghosts set fuse for the fireworks to come
Softening up with bombs, mind games and stealth
Support the troops, PM tells protesters
15,000 pour from offices and shops to protest war
A world divided: China strongly critical as nations take sides
On the last day, awaiting a furious dawn
President Bush is back ... and this time it's personal
Nimble start, but hard days to come
A sombre morning as navy joins fray
Your enemies will be in disgrace and shame
US wants Security Council to help pick up the pieces
Prepare yourselves for a long and harsh fight
Turkey puts its air bases off limits to US troops
Kurds to fight guerilla group linked to al-Qaeda
According to the White House this action is anything but war
Major dates in Saddam's presidency
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Bethlehem, Pa.: Woman sues local Catholic high school for cutting down hedges. The plaintiff says the shrubbery bordered her land and was chopped down without her permission..
A nice story you may have missed from over the weekend: Family in Asheville, N.C., has Pope Francis to thank for new home.
And speaking of Pope Francis, eagerness grows in Asia over the pontiff's expected visit.
And TIME magazine writes how Pope Francis may be the world's best politician.
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Miami, Fla.: Archbishop Thomas Wenski is going to kick back and smoke a stogie, all in the name of charity.
Catholic trustees in Toronto gave the OK for teachers to march in the annual gay pride parade.
Detroit, Mich.: Self-proclaimed rebel Catholic priest turned runway model turned same-sex advocate purchases church, works for reform
Oakland, Calif.: Bishop meets with faculty over controversial teacher contracts.
Crips in Utah: Gang culture invades an unlikely turf.
#BringBackOurGirls: The Nigerian army knows where the kidnapped girls are being held, but will not attempt a rescue.
One in four Canadians say they have no religious affiliation, but why are so many "nones" religious?
Speaking of religious affiliation, a geneticist has claimed that Christianity will rise as skeptics die out.
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The Raid 2's Latest Trailer Kicks Your Face In
Everything is a weapon...
Just as the New Year was dawning, we got the most recent trailer for The Raid 2: Berandal. Now here comes one aimed at American audiences which may give too much of the chaos away. The good news is that director Gareth Evans has promised that there's so much stuffed into this film that we're really just scratching the surface. Watch with caution anyway.
The Raid 2: Berandal picks up the story two hours after The Raid and sweeps Rama (Iko Uwais) into a much broader world of corruption and violence as he goes undercover in prison and infiltrates the ranks of a ruthless Jakarta crime syndicate. As you'll just have seen, it looks even more gloriously violent than its predecessor, if that's possible. Everything is turned into a weapon here as Evans expands the fights to even more ambitious levels. {Raid 2: Berandal Stills}
Julie Estelle, Alex Abbad, Yayan Ruhian, Mathias Muchus, Tio Pakusadewo, Marsha Timothy, Cecep Arif Rahman, Matsuda Ryuhei, Endo Kenichi and Kitamura Kazuki are all part of the cast for this one. The Raid 2: Berandal has just premiered at Sundance to a rapturous reception and is slated to arrive in the US on March 28, yet there is still no sign of a UK release date. Get after it, distributors!


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History of Life (BIOL 3433)
The earth is a vast museum. When Charles Darwin penned that phrase in 1859, he was lamenting the imperfect nature of the geological record. Scientific investigations of Earth history, however, were less than half-a-century old when On the Origin of Species was published, and fossils were not yet known from pre-Cambrian rocks. In the past century-and-a-half, enormous gains have been made in all aspects of palaeontology, with the discovery of troves of new localities (e.g. Mistaken Point, Burgess Shale), the exploration of fantastical biotas (e.g. Ediacaran fauna, Jehol biota), and the development of new technologies (e.g. isotope fractionation, CT scanning) that enrich our understanding of the life of the past. This course is a survey of the pagentry and diversity of life that has evolved, and become extinct, on Earth since its formation over 4.5 billion years ago, through the eons, until the appearance of humans in the Pleistocene.
Dinosaur Palaeontology (BIOL 4444)
Dinosaurian reptiles dominated terrestrial environments for nearly 150 million years (from roughly 200 to 66 million years ago), a time known colloquially as the Age of Reptiles. The largest creatures that ever walked the Earth were sauropod dinosaurs, and the largest carnivores in Earth history were theropod dinosaurs. Mesozoic dinosaurs evolved a profusion of morphological adaptations and interesting traits, some of which survive today in birds and some of which were adopted by mammals in the wake of the end-Cretaceous extinction event. This course surveys the origin and the diversity of the Dinosauria of the Mesozoic Era, with special emphasis on the shared derived features and the interrelationships of the major dinosaurian groups, and reviews interpretations of dinosaurian life from the early days of vertebrate paleontology during the Victorian Age up until the present day.
Evolutionary Theory (BIOL 4601)
If you enjoyed Evolution (BIOL 3601) and have a desire to dig a little deeper into the field of evolutionary biology, then this course is the right choice for you. In this "hot topics" class, we will go beyond the standard textbook introduction of evolution to discuss exciting, ground breaking, and often controversial topics within this discipline. In doing so, we will focus on research questions tackled by some of the most prominent evolutionary biologists past and present, and learn more about the tools, techniques, and methodological approaches employed in this discipline. Lectures will provide overviews of our focal topics, while in lab sessions we will discuss seminal papers from the literature, debate differing opinions and interpretations, and together explore new discoveries and emerging topics of research in this field. Areas of coverage will vary from year to year, but will span such topics as: "Darwinian medicine"; "Using phylogenies to inform species conservation"; "Unravelling the mechanics of speciation"; "Finding the Red Queen in predator/prey interactions"; Molecular evolution; and "Group selection – fact or fiction?". This course will also charge you with many of the skills (e.g. critical thinking, paper reviews, and oral presentations) required in graduate studies in the biological sciences.
Phylogenetic Systematics (BIOL 4603)
It is telling that the sole illustration to appear in Charles Darwin's 1859 magnum opus On the Origin of Species is an evolutionary tree. Ever since Darwin, taxonomists have tried to represent the scope of evolution in graphical form. The most commonly accepted method of the past few decades is phylogenetic systematics, also known as cladistics. An empirical and evolutionary means to reconstruct interrelationships among organisms, the evolutionary trees that are produced are called cladograms. These cladograms can then be used to investigate evolutionary phenomena or problems of interest, including biogeography, speciation, co-evolution, adaptation, and extinction.


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Duke receives national championship rings, heads to White House
Members of last season's Duke men's basketball team received their national championship rings from head coach Mike Krzyzewski on Monday.
Coach K gives his 2015 national champs their rings tonight. @Duke_MBB fans wont want to miss this. 🏆 @dukeblueplanet pic.twitter.com/aOcGsC1HRX— Blue Devil Network (@Duke_BDN) September 8, 2015
The Blue Devils defeated the Wisconsin Badgers 68–63 in April to capture the program's fifth NCAA title.
The championship celebrations continue Tuesday, as the team visits the White House to be honored by President Obama for the second time in his administration. Duke previously visited with Obama in 2010, after defeating Butler 61–59 in the title game.
Tuesday marks the fifth time Duke has made the trek to Washington as NCAA tournament champions.
Iced out ❄❄ pic.twitter.com/Q6xxmIMqCJ— Duke Basketball (@DukeMBB) September 8, 2015
Champions Forever.#DukeFam #DukeMade pic.twitter.com/n9T9dbdPm9— Duke Basketball (@DukeMBB) September 8, 2015
RINGS for the CHAMPS 🏆 pic.twitter.com/wlS3c9iyvo— Duke Basketball (@DukeMBB) September 8, 2015
The Blue Devils begin their title defense Nov. 13 at home against Siena.
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A PLAN to protect the district's pubs must be put in place, councillors warned, as they begrudgingly approved Morrison's proposals for the Downley Donkey.
The retailer applied to Wycombe District Council to extend the pub in Plomer Green Lane and install an ATM and floodlighting.
WDC's Planning Committee approved the plans with conditions the retailer re-evaluates the car-park lighting plan; as members highlighted the fact the pub never needed the floodlights.
But councillors bemoaned the fact their hands were tied as a pub-to-shop change of use application does not require planning permission.
Cllr Simon Parker said: "We have a pub that is going to be changed into a shop but I fear we won't be having this discussion much longer.
"We have a shortage of pubs and lots of these convenience shops and it is alarming that we have no power. Both of our hands are tied again."
Cllr Alan Turner said the loss of pubs is a concern and believes it is time the council drew up a battle plan to protect its pubs.
He said: "There are pub companies that make sure pubs are run down, make it difficult for anyone else to go in, and then say it is not needed any more before they make a huge profit by selling it to a supermarket.
"It's about time we stopped talking and actually did something, and I would suggest we make an agenda item to look at this problem because it won't be long before we do not have any pubs left."
Downley Parish Council, village residents and ward councillors Paul Turner and Wendy Mallen spoke passionately against the plans to transform the Downley Donkey into a Morrison's M Local store.
They highlighted fears about traffic, noise problems for nearby residents from the supermarket's refrigeration unit and the loss of trade Downley's independent shops would face with a new rival in the village.
Cllr Jean Teesdale summed up the mood among most of the committee members last night when she said: "It's a shame to see pubs closing down everywhere but our hands are tied on this.
"I think looking again at the car-park lighting situation is about as far as we can go on this particular application."


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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Dozens of companies were looking to the military to fill open positions as the Navy tri-base job fair kicked off Wednesday in Jacksonville.
The job fair was held at the Morocco Shrine Center on St. Johns Bluff Road, and organizers expected more than 90 employers to be there, at least 50 of them local.
They were all looking to fill jobs and also looking for the right people to fill them.
All active duty and retired service members and their spouses could check it out for free.
Channel 4 talked to military personnel who said they were excited to see what jobs are out there.
After three years of service, Ashley Monroe is hoping the Navy tri-base job fair will bring her one step closer to a job after she leaves the Navy.
"I'm getting out in January, so I really need to start looking for jobs soon," Monroe said. "I think a job fair is a great way to see what's out there for people that are getting out of the service and for people that are just looking for jobs in general."
Monroe was passing out resumes to some of the 92 companies that attended Wednesday's event.
It was free to all active duty, separating, retiring and retired service members, and it didn't stop there. Military Spouses and family members could come to.
Organizers encouraged attendees to bring their resume, as well as their A-game.
"Come prepared, dressed for a job interview," said Stephanie Hoppe, of Family Support Center. "Employees will be doing job interviews on the spot. They should bring several copies of their resume. It's a great opportunity to really find employment."
Nearly every industry was represented -- energy, defense, government and law enforcement. Organizers said employers are looking for skills developed through serving our county.
"They know that military comes with a unique work ethic," Hoppe said. "Military spouses, they are very resilient and they have a lot to offer companies that maybe the average person doesn't."
For Monroe, it was a chance to see what the future may hold.
"You don't really know what's out there until you start looking, so I think it's a good place to see where everyone is hiring," Monroe said.
The job fair was at the Morocco Shrine Center at 3800 Saint Johns Bluff Rd S. from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Wednesday. Parking and admission were free.
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