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After thinking it through, a faint smile appeared on Lin TianAo's face. This was not a bad thing for them, not just for Zhou Weiqing having good relations with the Heaven's Expanse Palace, but even the Fei Li Empire would gain much from having good relations with the ZhongTian Empire.
As Zhou Weiqing's Follower, he naturally had to think of Zhou Weiqing's position first; but as a Fei Li Empire Citizen, he was naturally even happier with such a win-win situation.
He understood that Zhou Weiqing had revealed too much of his talent today, and it was just too astounding. As the saying goes, the trees that grow the highest in the forest will be knocked down first1, there was always a bad side to drawing too much attention. He knew that with Zhou Weiqing's character, the only reason he would do something like that was because of Shangguan Bing'er. Alas, if they did not have a strong background, such an outstanding talent could mean an early demise.
The world had never lacked talents, but those who could survive and grow to their maximum heights were few and far between.
The thoughts flashed quickly through Lin TianAo's mind, and he quickly bowed respectfully towards Shangguan Longyin, saying: "Thank you Senior Shangguan for taking care of us. Weiqing is severely injured, could you please aid Shen Little Demon to help her stabilize for a while. We will give him the Heavenly Dragon Holy Fruit juice to hasten his recovery so he can help cure Miss Shen. Is that alright?"
Shangguan Longyin was old and experienced, and he instantly knew that Lin TianAo had accepted the olive branch he had extended. Smiling faintly, he nodded, his favourable impression of this stable young man in front of him going up a notch.
Pinching Zhou Weiqing's nose, Lin TianAo poured in the Heavenly Dragon Holy Fruit juice and forced him to swallow. However, before he could continue taking action, Shangguan Longyin stepped forward. In truth, he was unable to do anything to stabilize and further help Shen Little Demon; the Dark Demon God Lightning's venom was just too powerful and overbearing – as soon as he tried to do anything, it would activate. Furthermore, he wanted to get Zhou Weiqing to owe him a favour.
Shangguan Longyin stepped forward to Zhou Weiqing before placing both hands on his body. His hands were suffused with a shimmering white, almost jade like, colour as he spread his Heavenly Dao Energy around, moving around Zhou Weiqing's body. Under the guidance of the Heavenly Dao Energy, the Heavenly Dragon Holy Fruit juice quickly spread around Zhou Weiqing's entire body and infused within.
In the entire process, Shangguan Longyin was secretly shocked. Earlier, on the tournament stage, he had examined Zhou Weiqing's injuries, and knew how heavily injured he was. Yet, at this moment, only a short time had passed, and now that he was examining Zhou Weiqing's body, he was surprised to discover that his meridians were already starting to heal. It was at a speed that was definitely beyond any normal rate of healing, even for a Zong Stage Heavenly Jewel Master, perhaps only those who had reached the Heavenly Dao Stage like him could do so.
Such an amazing talent! Shangguan Longyin marveled to himself. Of course, he did not reveal anything in his expression, remaining impassive and cool. In a matter of moments, the Heavenly Dragon Holy Fruit juice had circulated throughout the meridian network of Zhou Weiqing, and a faint fragrance wafted from his body. A white mist rose out from his body, and his laboured breathing calmed down.
The Heavenly Dragon Holy Fruit was indeed a rare and miraculous treasure, and in fact, it was an ingredient in some of the God Tier Consolidating Equipment Scrolls.
The Heavenly Dragon Holy Fruit only grew in very particular specific environments. Dragons were very rare in the Boundless Mainland, and they were usually only found in deep in the mountains. An adult dragon was comparable to a Heavenly King Jewel Master powerhouse. However, they were not considered threats to humans as they usually stuck to themselves, and did not venture into the human world.
At the same time, every dragon was considered a treasure trove to humans. They had the habit of collecting treasure, and it was common for their habitats to have a huge amount of treasure like gold and gems. That was not the only thing; the entire body of the dragon was considered a treasure in itself; their scales were extremely durable and suitable for making scale armour, dragon blood and ground dragon bones were some of the top quality Consolidating Equipment materials, while their nucleus core was the top quality of all Heavenly Nucleus Cores. It could be said their entire body was treasure to humans!
The Heavenly Dragon Holy Fruit was, as its name suggests, linked to the habitats of dragons, and could only grow in their habitats. A dragon's saliva would drip onto the ground, and after hundreds of years, only then would the area be suitable for Heavenly Dragon Holy Fruits to grow. They were considered top quality healing items, and also had a powerful effect of strengthening physiques. If a normal human drank the juice of the Heavenly Dragon Holy Fruit, as long as he wasn't older than thirty years old, just a single drop would actually be enough to Awaken their personal Power Jewel, to become a Jewel Master! As for Jewel Masters, it was able to heal almost all physical wounds.
With the aid of the Heavenly Dragon Holy Fruit juice, Zhou Weiqing's own amazing regenerative capabilities was brought to full power, and his meridians knit themselves together at amazing speed. By the time Shangguan Longyin removed his hands, his Heavenly Energy was fully back in proper circulation.
Standing beside Zhou Weiqing, Shangguan Longyin showed a pondering look, almost uncertain, and remained silent for a moment.
"Senior Shangguan, Leader will not be able to last long." It was only when one of the Dan Dun Battle Team members called out urgently did Shangguan Longyin break out of his reverie.
He placed a palm softly on Zhou Weiqing's head, who shuddered, before slowly opening his eyes.
Waking up to see Shangguan Longyin right in front of him, Zhou Weiqing started. The next instant, he felt the sudden changes in his body.
Although he still hurt from head to toe, it was already much better than the unbearable agony he was in before he had lost consciousness. At the same time, he could also feel the energy drawn from the fourteen energy whirlpools of his Death Acupuncture Points, constantly re-nourishing his body as he could sense his meridians mending.
"Thank you Senior for helping me heal." With Zhou Weiqing's intelligence, how he could he not understand what had happened.
Shangguan Longyin nodded to him, not concealing his approval of the youth in front of him.
Lin TianAo quickly stepped forward towards Zhou Weiqing, softly telling him about Shangguan Longyin's promise. Zhou Weiqing looked at him questioningly, and seeing Lin TianAo nodding to him, he understood that his companions were not against him saving Shen Little Demon, and he knew it would only be a benefit to them all.
"Since Senior has given his guarantee, we have nothing to worry about. However, I am not confident in my own abilities in saving Miss Shen, after all this was actually the first time I've also used that Skill. Let me try."
Shangguan Longyin nodded, saying: "I understand, if even you aren't able to save her, then there is no other choice." As he said that he turned to the Dan Dun Battle Team members and waved to them.
Although they were full of hate and animosity towards the Fei Li Battle Team, they did not dare to show any sign of it or delay. After all, this was their leader's survival at stake. As such, they quickly carried her in.
The Rest House was just enough for a single team, and it was extremely crowded now with all of them in it. Looking at Shen Little Demon, pale faced and shivering while constantly glowing in the three different colours, Zhou Weiqing couldn't help but feel a strange sensation in his heart.
Of course, that feeling was not because of Shen Little Demon's looks, but because of the Dark Demon God Lightning. Although he had previously said he would no longer use it without any compelling reason, he was truly thirsting for its unbelievable power. If he could truly control this amazing triple-attribute skill, it was without a doubt it would be an extremely lethal weapon in his arsenal, especially against opponents higher level than he was.
As he thought about that, he pondered slightly to himself before saying: "Please place her on the ground."
The members of the Dan Dun Battle Team quickly laid her down. Although they did not know how to treat this youth in front of them, who had caused such an injury to their Leader, Shangguan Longyin was right next to them, and Zhou Weiqing had also agreed to heal their Leader, and they would naturally abide by their agreement.
However, Zhou Weiqing's following actions caused them all to reveal a violent rage.
Zhou Weiqing lifted up his right foot, placing it right on Shen Little Demon's chest.
"What are you doing?!" Lan Feng was about to charge forward, but was stopped by a hand from Shangguan Longyin.
Shangguan Longyin said solemnly: "He let loose that attack from his right leg. If I am not wrong, only his right leg is able to withstand the power of it."
The members of the Dan Dun Battle Team started, halting hesitatingly, but their eyes still showed their anger and humiliation. No matter what, Shen Little Demon was still being stepped on by Zhou Weiqing, and the sheer humiliation and disgrace of it caused their faces to turn red in rage.
Naturally, Zhuo Weiqing ignored them all. The only thing in his mind was currently: 35D… stepping on it sure feels soft… and springy!
Of course, he was not the rash, impetuous youngling of two years back, and would never speak such thoughts out loud. Instead, he looked on calmly, the solemn picture of a gentleman.
Circulating his Heavenly Energy, Zhou Weiqing pressed the sole of his foot against her heart, infusing his Heavenly Energy into her body.
However, the infusion was met with puzzlement. Although he could sense the three wildly rampaging energy forces within her body, he was still unable to draw them out with his powerful right leg.
Inspiration struck. Zhou Weiqing bent down, the Heavenly Jewels around his wrists appearing swiftly, and he placed his palms down onto her chest.
This time, not only the Dan Dun Battle Team, but even the members of the Fei Li Battle Team all stared in shock, their eyes wide and jaws open. However, before anyone could call out to stop him, Shen Little Demon's circumstance changed.
Black, grey and blue. The three lights instantly flickered around Zhou Weiqing's palm, as the lights around Shen Little Demon were drawn towards his palms, just like he had Devoured her Heavenly Energy on the tournament stage.
Indeed, he had to unleash the Devour Skill through his palms.
Seeing it take effect on their Leader was the only thing stopping the Dan Dun Battle Team members from charging forward to stop it. Even so, they clenched their fists and gritted their teeth. What sort of healing was this? Was he doing this on purpose to humiliate them?
Zhou Weiqing was totally enjoying himself. Originally, when he had taken action, he truly did not have any dirty thoughts; the reason why he chose the chest area to take action was because that was where the Dark Demon God Lightning had struck.
Of course, when his hands actually pressed forward and he started Devouring the Heavenly Energy, the feeling in his palms, soft, yet springy, it was just amazing. Furthermore, as the three Attribute Heavenly Energy was drawn into him from her body, it was immediately transformed into his own Heavenly Energy, giving him a surge of strength. After all, it was originally formed from his own Heavenly Energy!
Lololol oddly satisfying
Once a rascal, always a rascal, huh 😂😂
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There are six play areas, Glow On, Get Polished, Strike a Pose, Glam Up, Mix and Mingle, and Chill with Kendall Jenner. Though, I personally have 4 personally favourites.
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The first play area that caught my eye was this wonderful stand with filled with lippies and polishes! It was displayed so beautifully that I had to stop and try on as many nail colours and lip colours as possible while being inspired from the tablet available. Funz!
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Holla, I'm quite a fragrance kind of girl. Thus, the hall of EL fragrance fame! I have been intrigued by the Modern Muse Perfume for the longest time, I love the packaging and chic-ness of it. Thank goodness they smell heavenly! Otherwise, I'll probably be temporarily depressed due to bubble bursted and expectations not met. Lols.
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This drama is still one of my current favorites. I can't say that I've really warmed up to the mystery but it's so darn cute and the chemistry between the four ghost fighters is great!
Every week makes us suspend our disbelief even further because it makes no sense that Bong Pal hasn't yet been shipped off to a mental institution given that he openly converses with a ghost. And that the Sundae Soup duo never even noticed it! But I'm glad that they "saw" her and are now aware of her existence.
Last week was all about Hyun Ji's jealousy and now that she's come to terms with her feelings, it's Bong Pal's turn to become aware of his own feelings. All I can think is that he needs to step back and realize that he's falling in love with a ghost! This is a big, fat no! But the heart wants what it wants and if he can nurse a ghost back to health (lol) then I guess he can date one too. My only question is what other people see when she's eating. Do they see the food lift up and disappear?
And In Rang sees a ghost, falls in love and buys her shoes? LOL. How in the world is this even a slightly realistic reaction? But I suppose we can accept it because he's someone who's acutely aware of the existence of ghosts.
Our evil vet is a serial killer. Is there a murder within a fifty-mile radius he isn't responsible for? Other than the unfortunate student, we learn that he killed both of Bong Pal's parents. And that he's somehow entangled with Hyun Ji. What I hate about evil serial killers is that justice can never be served. Imprisonment or even death isn't adequate retribution of all his murders. One thing I would say is that he taught the audience the downside to chasing men around. A lesson that Hyun Ji's unni learned the hard way.
TaecYeon looks superhot in his black shirt and pants… but it also made him look like an ahjussi in that final scene on the stairs. But while I noticed the age difference, I quickly reminded myself that they were just acting and enjoyed the romance between our leads. But Bong Pal needs to prepare himself for her departure because a ghost isn't supposed to roam around forever. She has to leave sometime but something tells me that it will work out well for him because she's not dead.
Speaking of which, Hyun Ji has begun to recover some of her memories although they are still very vague. I wonder if it'll happen piece-by-piece or it'll return in one fell swoop.
Seo Yeon noticed something about her evil crush's pen and I wonder what that will lead to. I hope she's not next on his hit list. And those cops. He's so insane that I'm surprised he hasn't killed them already. Also, what the heck did he want from Bong Pal's dad?
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Yes, kiss scene! Bong Pal has finally let go of his sunbae and fallen for a ghost! LOL. It's like going from the frying pan into the fire because while Seo Yeon didn't reciprocate his feelings, she was at least alive (lol) but I still root for your love, Pal! Just try to minimize going on dates with someone no one else can see. You look crazy, Bro! And you're kissing her in public too. LOL. Dude, seek help! I need them to show us an onlooker's perspective when he kisses her. It'll be so hilarious.
Romance aside, it looks like we'll be delving further into the mystery surrounding our serial killing ghost! How does the shaman know him? What does he want with Hyun Ji? I can't wait till our ghost-fighting team crushes him.
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Columbia, MO, July 24, 2013 – OATS, Inc. today received a $50,000 contribution, which will aid transportation-disadvantaged Missourians gain access to employment. The grant – which was given to the non-profit organization through the Walmart Foundation's State Giving Program – will provide transportation to work for more than 200 Missouri residents. The Walmart Foundation funding will benefit primarily low-income and disabled persons in OATS' service regions in Missouri. In past years, OATS has applied for and received federal funding allowing them to provide work transportation. As federal budget cuts loom, those funding streams are going away causing the organization to seeking alternative funds to aid individuals in getting to work.
"In many Missouri counties, we are the only provider to take rural residents to work," said Dorothy Yeager, OATS Executive Director. "Many people can get transportation services when they live in urban areas, but not in rural Missouri," added Yeager. OATS currently provides transportation to work to many employers across the state.
The grant was presented to OATS, Inc. during a check presentation ceremony held today at its headquarters in Columbia. During the ceremony, Columbia Walmart Store Manager's Dustin Graham (Conley Road Store) Trisha Cowan (Broadway Store) and Sara Bak (Grindstone Store), along with Market Manager Steve Maloney and LaTonya Annoor from the area office, presented the check to OATS Executive Director Dorothy Yeager and OATS Directors.
"The Walmart Foundation is very pleased to be supporting OATS and are committed to helping those in need in the communities where we serve," said Steve Maloney, Walmart Market Manager. "Through this grant, we are hopeful that residents in the state of Missouri will have access to transportation not just for their jobs but for their everyday needs."
The contribution to OATS was made possible through the Walmart Foundation's Missouri State Giving Program. Through this program, the Walmart Foundation supports organizations that create opportunities so people can live better. The Walmart Foundation State Giving Program strives to award grants that have a long-lasting, positive impact on communities across the U.S. Last year in Missouri, Walmart, Sam's Club locations and the Walmart Foundation awarded more than $31million to local organizations.
To be considered for support, perspective grantee organizations must submit applications through the Walmart Foundation State Giving Program's online grant application. Applicants must have a current 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status in order to meet the program's minimum eligibility criteria. Additional information about the program's funding guidelines and application process are available online at www.walmartfoundation.org/stategiving.
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deartz deartz on February 18th, 2011
Bangalore has been again the good host of Aero India 2011 last February 9 to February 13. Participants, visitors, and spectators had gathered in Yelahanka Air Base. It has been declared a success by the organizers, participants, and visitors. Check out some photos from the air show: To see more of the Aero India 2011 […]
deartz deartz on February 9th, 2011
For the past week, every morning, I would wake up at the sound of the fighter plane buzzing on top of the building where I live. I was once wondering how come these planes are passing by when my place is not a plane route, then I thought that maybe the Air Force are practicing […]


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Our 20 Favorite Moments from AmeriCorps' 20th!
What does Lou Diamond Phillips have in common with four U.S. Presidents? They all celebrated the 20th anniversary of AmeriCorps. If you missed it, here are our 20 favorite moments from the 20th!
1. President Obama proclaims, "People who love their country can change it. That's the genius of America!" In related news, 900,000 AmeriCorps alums add "genius of America" to their LinkedIn profile.
2. TWO initiatives to support AmeriCorps Alums and their careers were announced that engaged 40+ public, private, and corporate partners! Read how AmeriCorps Alums launched our National Service Corporate Champions and Employers of National Service on our blog, or sign up your employer for Employers of National Service!
3. Lou Diamond Phillips celebrates with AmeriCorps Alums National Advisory Council Chair, Ana Estrada, and two AmeriCorps Alums National Leadership Award Winners, Kevin C. Miller (far left) and Roger Wong (far right) at California Volunteers 20th anniversary event. If you feel of wave of nostalgia coming on for all things Lou Diamond Phillips, there are hundreds of pins on Pinterest waiting for your lunch hour.
4. What do you wear to a swearing-in ceremony with President George H.W. Bush? Your best pair of socks!
5. AmeriCorps Alums celebrated 20 National Leadership Award Winners! We have a teaser photo below, and click here to read and share your favorites from all twenty stories!
6. AmeriCorps Alums national award winner, Dr. Dayna Long, introduces President Bill Clinton on the South Lawn of the White House where he once led the first class of AmeriCorps in the pledge.
7. A Capital Hill reception featuring AmeriCorps alums hosted by CNCS, AmeriCorps Alums, ServiceNation, and Voices for National Service honored Major Rebecca "BB" Lange, an AmeriCorps Alums National Leadership Award winner, who "could not be more proud to be an Air Force officer and an AmeriCorps alum!"
8.What's more impressive than 900,000 AmeriCorps Alums? The hundreds of thousands of volunteers we train and mobilize. President George W. Bush and Laura Bush share how AmeriCorps members provide the hope and support communities need.
9. Being inspired by AmeriCorps Alums national award winner, Joyce Yamaato, whose 20-year philanthropy career began with AmeriCorps and continues as Vice President with Wells Fargo's Strategic Philanthropy and Partnerships group in Atlanta, GA.
10. Twitter asked, "Could the next president be an AmeriCorps alum?" We say, "Yes!"
11. President Lincoln made a surprise appearance in Illinois to lead the AmeriCorps pledge (we aren't kidding with our pledge to serve this year "and beyond").
12. J.R. LaPlante leads the AmeriCorps pledge at Red Cloud Indian School and shares his AmeriCorps Alums National Leadership Award with his parents who first taught him about service.
13. Alums play, "How many ways can you make an AmeriCorps A?" We think this one wins and is a great example of the rugged idealists "Made in AmeriCorps" that AmeriCorps Alums Co-Executive Directors champion in The Huffington Post (read more!).
14. We partnered to celebrate over 170 local AmeriCorps alum leaders! Click here to see the list of Local Leaders!
15. Elected leaders share their support for AmeriCorps including the first AmeriCorps alumnus senator, New Mexico Senator Martin Heinrich! Tweet @MartinHeinrich to say thanks for paving the way for future AmeriCorps alums in the Senate!
16. From packing medical supplies to clearing the jam in the copier, AmeriCorps members get things done. AmeriCorps Alums national award winner and spoken word poet, Kelly Tsai, captures the spirit of AmeriCorps.
17. The chance to thank the AmeriCorps Alums Founders Club who helped create AmeriCorps!
18. AmeriCorps trends on social media and the new Voices for National Service Report, "I Will Get Things Done for America: Celebrating 20 Years of Service" is released!
19. The AmeriCorps Alums chapter network celebrates across the nation in swearing-in ceremonies and service projects.
20. And our favorite moment … Binge watching the whole ceremony again like its the newest Netflix series premiere!


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Monday, 23 November 2009
Jakarta Fashion Week - Day 3
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9 comments:
- Anonymous said...
These designs are just brillant and so Hijaab friendly.. where can you get such outfits from with half decent price?
Is this all just for the rich and glamourous?
- 23/11/09 09:21
- hijaabi said...
Hi jana
Hope you are well. i wanted to leave some feedback for your blog. MashaAllah very nice content, I discovered it about a year or so ago and came on to check out your outfits that you put together trendy and fashionable but at the same time modest.
Ive noticed recently that there has been more and more designer fashion and fashion show shoots and less and less outfit combos. And the outfit combos that have been up are majorly expensive things that students like me cant afford. And for this reason Ive been coming back less and less.
Im not sure if this is an intentional change to the content of the website, and being geared towards more of just reading up on whats happening on the fashion world or if its an unintentional change. Either way I thought Id comment and give some feedback.
Would be really nice to see more affordable outfit combos.
Hope you're well otherwise! Well done on CW btw, your events sounded amazing tho I didnt get a chance to attend myself.
- 23/11/09 10:43
- Myf said...
Love these dresses! Especially the pink and grey one with the black zig-zags by Hananto :)
- 23/11/09 12:31
- Candice said...
A lot of nice stuff! I love Tuti Adib (first especially) and (Hannie Hananto).
- 23/11/09 15:13
- Anonymous said...
I simply love that Hannie Hananto dress in pink and grey combo. I would def wear that!
- 23/11/09 19:04
- caraboska said...
Ida Royani for sure! And Dian Pelangi as well :) Masha'Allah!
- 24/11/09 05:28
- nurulslife said...
Hi...i'm nurul from jakarta, Indonesia...Enjoy your blog....We're in same hobby, fashion!!!
Good luck, thanks for reported jakarta fashion week last day......I love it....
- 27/11/09 10:35
- Ayleen said...
Wow, really bbeautifull!!!!
- 29/11/09 23:11
- Anonymous said...
Hi, I like the Jakarta collection. How can I place an order for a dress. I live in Egypt and would like to know how can I find these models and buy them? Jailan
- 3/12/09 05:25


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First ever Filmfare Awards for Assamese, Bengali and Oriya film industries
The biggest award of Bollywood is now going to honour the films of east India. Yes, the iconic Black Lady, which is the most desirable award of Bollywood superstars, some people even call it the Oscars of India – The Vivel Filmfare Awards 2013, will be given away on the 29th of March, 2014 at Science City auditorium, Kolkata.
It is almost 60 years since the first Filmfare Awards were introduced, and for the first time The Vivel Filmfare Awards is going to give a national exposure to the regional films of Assam, Bengal and Orissa.
A total of 29 awards will be given away in 21 categories for Bengali cinema and four each for Assamese and Oriya films.
The Black Lady of Vivel Filmfare Awards was unveiled in a press conference by Bengali superstar Prosenjit Chatterjee in the presence of Tarun Rai (CEO, WWM) and Sandeep Kaul (CE, Personal Care Products Business, ITC Ltd.).
Everyone hopes that such initiative by Vivel and Filmfare will greatly encourage the filmmakers, actors and other professionals of the Assamese, Bengali and Oriya film industries.


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Pleated front trousers and Killer shoes were born for each other
Alisa: jumper Zara, pleated front trousers Zara, bag Zara, wedges Topshop.
Eleonora: sweater Zara, pleated front trousers Zara, tank-top NewLook, bag Mango, wedges Givenchy.
7 коммент.:
- Slanelle said...
Hey girls !
I love both of your styles, you're so pretty ! I'm a fashion editor at www.hypeed.com and we currently have an open call for contribution on the theme "pleated pants" I think these pics would be perfect for the theme, and I'd love you to contribute, so that I can put you in our online magazine !
Here is a link, I sincerely hope you'll join us !
- September 7, 2010 at 11:15 PM
- Anonymous said...
Posts like this are the best - lots of pictures! More more!
- September 7, 2010 at 11:39 PM
- scissor-sisters said...
Thank you, Slanelle!
We will try to post our photos as soon as possible!
- September 7, 2010 at 11:55 PM
- ponyhunter said...
such great photos! i love the elbow patches on that jumper so much!
- September 8, 2010 at 12:05 AM
- Jony said...
Love both outfits the pleated pants are beautiful and the wedges are stunning!!
- September 8, 2010 at 1:24 AM
- Lori said...
those givenchy wedges are AMAZING! im so jealous!!
- September 8, 2010 at 2:07 AM
- Vivian Tong said...
I like ur jumper and black shoes!
So nice
- September 10, 2010 at 11:16 AM


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A family pool holiday with kids can be really rewarding for everyone during the summer months. Kids can cool off and play safely under the watchful eye of an adult. sipping on something cool whilst letting our little ones burn off tons of energy is a win win.
Pool Holiday – Lopesan Baobab Resort, Las Palmas
When we holiday, we holiday and we holiday well. Last year in 2016 we headed off for some Easter sun to the five-star resort of Lopesan Baobab. We simply wanted two things from our holiday and in no specific order, those two things were relaxation and entertainment for our Daughter this being in the form of day time activities and nightly discos.
Seven pools
Lopesan Baobab is a five-star family friendly hotel that boasts seven… yes seven swimming pools. Each pool has its own personality and even caters for different age ranges. Beyond the pool's we found that strolling around the hotel grounds after an evening meal was a great way to wind down our day.
The pools look stunning at sunset with their backlights, mood lighting and the various tropical plants surrounding the water.
Kids pool
Most of the pools are suitable for children but there is a designated play pool for families. It is behind a safe and secure locked gate and there are sun loungers available for the adults. A waiter will visit regularly with a fresh glass of wine for Mum and a cool cup of orange juice for the children. There is a small baby pool and then one slightly bigger pool with a water slide.
It is possibly only knee length deep to a toddler but I still put our Daughter in there wearing her swim floats.
Pool bar dining
During one of our many times floating along the lazy river we spotted a beautifully styled restaurant in the center of the main pool area. Very convenient to be able to slip a dress over our swimwear and sit by the pool to enjoy a really good quality lunch. The food was amazing and the ambience very relaxing. By far the best eatery on the resort with food freshly cooked to order.
Honeymoon suite at the Lopesan Baobab, Gran Canaria
Just recently married, we opted to spend the first few days of our holiday in the Honeymoon suite. We even had our own infinity pool there too. Check out a full review over on my lifestyle blog.. The view was fine and we were facing their sister hotel which we had full use of pools there also. Again, the gardens were simply stunning with cobbled scent filled walkways and colorful verandas. The rooms this side of the hotel are located above a set of trendy bars and restaurants. Although we were treated to great music during the day, it was a little too loud for a family at night. Great for couple's though.


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Ok, folks.
Beer & Wings night is Thursday, January 28 - also Rock_Rat's birthday as I recall.
The last B&W night we had was in Morgantown, so this time around we could be in Fairmont if someone can think of a place or in Bridgeport (I kinda like Kelly's in downtown clarksburg, but I can be talked into other locations).


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LEXINGTON, Va. - Every week during the 2018-19 academic year, VMI Athletics will release a 90 Seconds of Depth video feature to spotlight a cadet-athlete, coach or administrator.
Today we take an inside look at VMI basketball assistant coach Austin Kenon '11, who explains how he got started in the game and why he came to VMI as a cadet-athlete. He also describes the unique career path he took before coaching and why he returned to VMI.


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Optimization of Connection-Oriented, Mobile, Hybrid Network Systems
ElBatt, Tamer A.
Ephremides, Anthony
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In this paper we consider the extension of a cellular system by means of satellite channels. Specifically, we consider an area covered by a number of cells that is also covered by a number of spot-beams. We consider connection-oriented service and call durations are assumed to be exponentially distributed. Also, users are mobile and, as such, they may cross cell and/or spot- beam boundaries, thus necessitating hand-offs. We incorporate the possibility of call-dropping due to unsuccessful hand-off attempts, in addition to satellite propagation delays along with the probability of new call blocking and formulate a specific cost function that must be ultimately minimized. The minimization is to be carried out by choosing (1) the optimal split of the total number of channels between the cellular and the satellite systems, and (2) the call admission and assignment policy, subject to the constraints of a demand vector that consists of an exogenous (new-call) generation process and an internal (hand- off-based) process that results from the mobility model. This complex optimization problem is solved by means of both numerical and standard clock simulation techniques along with the ordinal optimization approach. This paper was presented at the "17th AIAA International Communications Satellite Systems Conference and Exhibit", February 24-26, 1998, Yokohama, Japan.


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Amy Winehouse has won the BRIT for Best Female Solo Artist at the ceremony in Earl's Court tonight (February 14).
She was presented with the award by Radio 1's Jo Whiley, declaring "I'm just happy my mum and dad are here" as she accepted the prize.
The full nominations were:
Amy Winehouse
Corinne Bailey Rae
Lily Allen
Nerina Pallot
Meanwhile, Nelly Furtado has won the BRIT for International Female Solo Artist. Kaiser Chiefs singer Ricky Wilson presented the award.
"Yeah! I finally got a BRIT," she told the audience. "I've always wanted to be here since I saw all the greats like Oasis and Blur… All my favourite bands are from here!"
The full nominations were:
Cat Power
Christina Aguilera
Nelly Furtado
To see the full winners of this year's awards which saw Arctic Monkeys and The Killers lead the way just click on the links below:
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No matter how hard we try, the month of December always becomes super busy. This month, we've
made Christmas presents by hand, beginning with the measuring and sanding
and then drawing, painting, and detailing.
We went on our annual Christmas Family Date.
We decorated our tree and platform.
The kids helped to make and decorate cookies, which we shared with friends, neighbors, firefighters, and clerks all over the Triangle region.
My Little Man learned to pipe icing and decorated his first cake - one of our two birthday cakes for Jesus.
We attended Christmas eve services at our church and celebrated with a birthday party for Jesus after.
We visited family out of state and enjoyed sledding in their snow,
as well as having impromptu snowball fights
and building a snowman where some thought it impossible.
I watched my daughter dance and twirl in the dress that my great-aunt made for me to wear in her daughter's wedding as flower girl. I LOVED that dress!
We completed our first semester of SPRING, our church's scripture class for elementary students. They learned this passage from Isaiah in the fall. We're using Beth Guckenberger's Tales of the Not Forgotten as our curriculum.
So, life has felt a bit hectic around here. I'm hoping that next week we'll resume our normal family schedule, but for the next few days, as we slowly take down Christmas decorations, find homes for new Christmas gifts, and catch up on our sleep after our travels, I'm going to continue my unofficial blogging break. Come back on January 7th for some fun new recipes, though, and there will be a giveaway not too far behind!
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It's hardly a secret to anyone at this point that I'm madly in love with my Doxy massager and will wax lyrical to anyone who will listen about how it's the best sex toy in the universe, hands down, bar none.
For the remaining three people on the internet who don't know what a Doxy is, it's a large, wand-style vibrator that plugs into the mains. It's a great big beast of a thing with vibrations more powerful than any I've felt anywhere else. In my opinion, and die-hard proponents of the original may disagree, it's everything that was good about the Hitachi Magic Wand… only better. It looks a little something like this:
I own a lot of sex toys – a perk of being a blogger and also generally a bit obsessed. But I still find myself reaching for this one time and time and time again whenever it's I don't have to review anything, I just want a nice orgasm time.
So why do I love this toy quite so damn much?
1. It was a gift from my beloved.
My Doxy was the first gift Mr CK ever gave me. He got it for me for my 25th birthday, which was the month after we started dating. He gave it to me at a CM/nf event we went to a few days before my birthday. At that same event, while we sat on the squishy pouffe things in the social space, enjoying aftercare and snacks, he asked me to be his life partner.
Yeah, this thing has some of the best memories attached to it.
2. It's powerful as fuck.
Once more for those in the back: I have never found vibrations this good and this powerful anywhere else. Capable of up to 9,000 RPM, the Doxy provides a nice deep penetrating vibration with varying speeds (though anyone who has been lucky enough to see me use mine will be aware that I ramp it up to top speed immediately and keep it there until I've come.)
3. It's body-safe.
The head of the Doxy original is made from "non-porous medical grade PVC" (which contains no pthalates or other nasties) while the newer Die Cast model has a silicone head, which you will know is always my preferred toy material. And despite the shape and size of the head, it actually works very well with a condom. I always advise using a barrier if you're sharing the toy with someone who is not a fluid-bonded lover.
4. Their customer service is amazing.
After about a year we experienced a slight issue with the motor in my Doxy. Mr CK wrote to the company and they immediately replaced the toy with a new one, which also happened to be a slightly upgraded model. No problems at all. They genuinely care about their customers, and get A-pluses all around for service.
5. It's reliable.
This toy is literally the only thing, including my own fingers, that can give me an explosive clitoral orgasm more-or-less every single time I use it. (I think I need to do a post on the difference between clitoral and G-spot based orgasms.)
6. It's versatile
Unlike its precursor, the original Hitachi Magic Wand, the Doxy has a wide range of intensity settings and can be set at whatever level the user desires. It's clearly designed for vulvas but can be just as effectively used on people with penises. (Yes, many cock-owners get the hell off from vibrations!)
7. It comes in purple.
Purple, y'all. What's not to love? (If for some reason you don't like purple, it also comes in white, black and pink.)
This post contains affiliate links. If you're in the USA or Canada and would like to support Coffee & Kink, please consider buying your Doxy or other luxury toy from Luxury Vibrators. If you're in the UK, please buy from Lovehoney and use code COFFKINK10 for 10% off. All opinions are, and will always be, my own.
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DOB: March 4th, 1994
Hometown: Brush Prairie, WA
Current Residence: Manhattan, KS
Education: University of Tampa B.S Marketing with a minor in Entrepreneurship
Chantalle competed for St. Francis College for one year that is where she holds the steeple chase school record. She then transferred to the University of Tampa where she competed for 3 years in both cross country and track. Chantalle competed at D2 cross country nationals 3 times and made the All Conference and All Region team in cross country 3 times. She currently works for Wise Advise + Assist Team as a marketing PR coordinator. Her current goals in running are to PR in the 5k, 10k, and half marathon.
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5k (outdoor): 17:37.22 Georgia Tech ( May 2016)
10k (outdoor) 37:43.13 Drake Relays (April 2015)
3k Steeple 11:11 Northeast Conference meet (2013)
Half Marathon 1:26.22 Snickers Half Marathon (March 2017)
5k (XC) 18:05.60 Disney Classic (October 2015)
6k (XC) 21:49 Division 2 Nationals Joplin, MO (November 2015)


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Another winning moment in my list was hearing mass at the grand St. Patrick's Cathedral. To be honest I wasn't so aware that NYC had such a gem of a cathedral right in its heart! I always pictured New York to be all about the new, the fast, the flashy, and the bustling, more contemporary than classical. So when we heard Sunday Mass at the cathedral, my heart simply melted. It was one of our last few days in the city, and I was so ready to be captivated by old world charm after consecutive days of living in the middle of all the hustle and bustle. Sunday mass is a must wherever we may be, and NYC was no exception! I actually look forward to hearing mass abroad because I get to really immerse myself in the Christian culture of whichever country I'm visiting. It makes the world feel even smaller than it already is.
I couldn't hold back my tears and started to bawl out of pure bliss and gratitude.
My heart was simply screaming THANK YOU GOD!
Then we caught a broadway show that's been much raved about! I was extra excited and couldn't believe we were still able to get great seats! I definitely had a lot to say about it too and decided it was appropriate for a separate Facebook post. Haha If you'd like to check it out, click here!TOP 2 AND 1 MOMENTS COMING TO YOU REAL SOON!


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Oslaf's House is the home of Oslaf, Finna, and their daughter Aeta in Skaal Village. It is to the southwest of the central square in the village, between Deor Woodcutter's house on the left and Wulf Wild-Blood's house on the right.
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To the left of the entrance is an empty cart. Following the house around to the left there is a pen for their two goats. At the rear of the house is a small vegetable plot containing two wheat, five cabbages and four leeks. There is a blue mountain flower by the goat pen. To the right of the entrance are two barrels and a crate.
Oslaf's House[edit]
You enter into a small room with a fire pit in the center and a rack holding a rabbit, two salmon, two elves ears samples, and two garlic braids. Beside the fire pit is a cooking pot on a stand. On your right against the east wall is a sideboard with a loaf of bread on top. In the northeast corner is a small round wooden table and two chairs. On the north wall are four shelves containing a loaf of bread, three potato, a leek and a cast iron pot containing a cabbage. In the northwest corner is a set of shelves containing a sliced goat cheese, a goat cheese wedge, a leather strip, three bottles of ale and two sacks. Against the west wall on a ledge are two more sacks. Three small steps lead up to the south into the main part of the house.
In the next room there is a wall shelf on your left with a goat cheese wheel, a gourd and two ash yams. On your right is a sack and in the northwest corner another small round wooden table and three chairs. On the table is a bowl of beef stew and a bottle of wine. Above the table on the north wall are two wall shelves containing three potatoes, a bottle of wine and a honey nut treat. In the southwest corner is a cupboard and on the shelves are two potatoes, a cabbage and a bottle of alto wine and on top of the cupboard is a sack. There is a narrow table against the south wall with two sacks underneath. Leading up to the upstairs is a flight of wooden stairs against the east wall, with a doorway underneath, this leads to Aeta's bedroom that has a small square table and two chairs in front of you, with a Horker loaf on a plate on the table and against the north wall a single bed with an end table has a copy of Words of the Wind and a sweet roll on top.
Climbing the stairs there is an end table in the southeast corner with a low table and two chairs to the left. On the table is a copy of Kolb & the Dragon. To your left is a doorway into Oslaf and Finna's bedroom. As you enter there is a wardrobe on your left against the south wall with a chair next to it. In the northwest corner is an end table with a wooden bowl containing a red apple on top. A double bed is to the right of it coming out from the north wall. Beside the bed against the east wall is an open crate with three pairs of boots in. Finally in the southeast corner is a small round table with a set of clothes on top.


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2) Banners- Using cardstock, ribbon, and a sweet saying - that is the lastest trend in banners! Cut the cardstock in any shape you'd like, find a template or buy chip-board letters to add a saying, attach to ribbon - instantly cute banner! Fun ideas for saying; "Gettin' Hitched," "Congratulations," "(brides name) & (grooms name)."
3) Tissue Paper- Tissue paper pom-poms and tissue paper flowers are popping up at every party! They are adorable and super easy to make. Guess who we have to thank? Martha Stewart of course!
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5) Custom Labels- It's all about the labels at parties these days! From water bottles to cupcakes - custom labels are a must! Make your own or purchase from your favorite printables site!
6) Simple Ribbon- You can dress up anything by adding some ribbon to it. Wrap ribbon around vases, favor bags, flower pots, cake stands, cupcakes.... the options are endless!
7) Towel Cakes- Yes we have all seen the diaper cakes at baby showers, but have you seen the towel cake at a bridal shower yet? It's made out of towels, obviously, and can be embellished to match the shower's theme. Even better, give the towel cake to the bride-to-be as your gift.
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Bar and Stage
Drinks! Drinks! Drink![edit]
Now we have to get the Milk Bar up and running! Plus the dance floor. I'm going to show how to make stuff appear an disappear. This will be a generic version to get the point across.
This is a screenshot of the 2D map. We are going to make the Wood disappear and the Milk Bar and Stage appear.
- Wood
- Milk Bar
- Stage
This is the next objective. We will use an Interact with Object objective.
- Quest Text- This will show on your quest tracker.
- Detail-Select a component to use.
- Detail-Add Component: add another detail wood, tree, armor, etc...
- Interact Text-This will show the player before they interact with the detail.
- Animation-This is the animation of the player when he/she interacts with the detail.
This is why you name your Objective items. In the example above, it says Wood and it also says Build. Looks a lot better then "pile of wood 05 Press F to interact"
This is where you select the detail you want to use in your objective. Just click the Detail use component. I have it listed above as number 2.
The Milk Bar!!! This screen shows the Appear When drop menu. We will be using Component Complete. When the player interacts with the Wood, the bar will appear.
The Visible if player has skills is your class abilities, but we won't get into that here.
After you select Component Complete, <click to select a Component> appears below. You click this to to select the detail you want to use. In this case it would be the Wood.
This looks familiar!?! This is the window that pops up after you hit the <click to select a Component> button. Now the Milk bar will appear when the player hammers on that Wood!
Want to show a screen with Disappear When? It is the same deal. Since this item is an Objective, you only have two options Component and Objective Complete. I always go with Component, but either one should work. I've had Objective bug on me in alpha.


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My husband does a lot of remodeling. As a surprise I would like to buy him a finish nail gun. He has been talking about getting one, but just hasn't done it. Then he complains when working that he needs one. He just finished remodeling the bathroom and plans on starting the bedroom next. He wants to install hardwood floors, crown molding, and a pocket door. What is the best type of finish nail gun to buy for his remodeling projects? I really want to buy a quality product, he deserves it for all the hard work he does. Thanks for your help.
My first question is....Do you have a sister that is like minded????!!!!:D:D:D
Grex makes a couple good 23 gauge pinners that would be good for the trim and molding work.
A 15 or 16 gauge finish nailer might be better for cabinets and such.
A finish nail gun is very useful and makes projects go a LOT faster. You are less likely to mar the wood with an errant hammer strike, and you don't need a nail set. The nails are shot in at such a high speed the wood is less likely to split.
I have a Porter Cable 16GA nailer that I like. This one shoots square nails with an oblong head. The nails are available anywhere from 3/4" to 2-1/2" long. There are also brad nailers; I think these shoot smaller nails. Nailers have two general configurations: straight and angled. The angled type are better for getting into tight corners.
For your husband, since he's not using it professionally, you don't need to be as concerned about quality. Just about any "name brand" will do -- Hitachi, Max, Pioneer, Porter Cable, Senco, Stanley are some good brands. If you can find a store that sells just tools, the folks there will be very helpful and knowledgeable. Stay away from Harbor Freight Tools; their products may be cheap but they are poor quality. If you have a Western Tool Supply in your area, the folks there are great. I'm sure there are other very good tool store chains around, too, this just happens to be the one I've dealt with.
If he doesn't have an air compressor, he'll need one to go with the nail gun. Otherwise he'll be pounding the nails in by hand with the back of the gun, and that would just look silly. A hand-carry compressor will do just fine, one with a "hot dog" or "pancake" tank. I don't recommend a tankless compressor, or an oil-free design. Oil-lubed compressors tend to run cooler and last longer.
Quick-connect fittings are an absolute must. Here again, there are two common types, and they aren't interchangeable, UNLESS the coupler on the end of the hose is the universal type. I don't like the coily hoses; they seem to tangle and get in the way. I like a good quality, red-rubber hose. They are always flexible. and don't seem to tangle as badly.
Be aware that hardwood flooring requires a special nailgun designed just for hardwood floors. When he gets to that project, you might be better off renting one, depending on how much flooring you plan to lay down.
I hope some of the other folks on this forum post, too. I'd pay attention to their advice as well. Some of it may conflict; that's fine -- we all have our own preferences based on our own experiences.
For a DIYer, I don't think you can beat a 15 ga. and an 18 ga. Bostitch oil-free nailer.
Buy the way you do not use a finish nailer to put down hardwood flooring.
Go down to your local Home Depot/Lowes and look at the Porter-Cable Kit - it contains everything you need in one box; a compressor, 2 or 3 nail guns, a stapler, air hose and all the fittings, plus even a few nails to get you started - it's a great kit and I have given a few of these as gifts over the years and they have held up very well.
I have had a Porter Cable 15 ga angle finish nailer for many years now and have never had any problems with it. It shoots up to 2-1/2" nail. Also own Porter Cable framing nailer, and brad nailer and also have not had any problems with them. One of the keys to look for though is that the gun has a rubber or plastic tip to keep it from marring the wood. I would assume that most if not all finish guns now do but in the past I have used guns that did not have a rubber tip. Hope this helps you out.
Don't everyone hate me but I bought one for $19 at Harbour Frieght!! Now I don't recommend this because one thing I have learned about woodworking tools is too always buy the best you can afford, they definitely will last longer and do a better job. When i need a new tool to advaance my abilities, I do alot of research, listen to people who use them, save my money (hate credit cards) and when it goes on sale I AM THERE. I am sure your husband will appreciate what ever you get him. john
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Go down to your local Home Depot/Lowes and look at the Porter-Cable Kit - it contains everything you need in one box; a compressor, 2 or 3 nail guns, a stapler, air hose and all the fittings, plus even a few nails to get you started - it's a great kit and I have given a few of these as gifts over the years and they have held up very well.
I have this same kit, I also think it is a great kit to get you started, as well as an overall money saver. If you bought each of these items individually you would pay considerably more for them. Your husband will appreciate your purchase.
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Thank you so much for all your input. I decided to go with the Hitachi brand. I could not decide which to get, so I got two. The 15 Gauge Angled Finish Nailer and the Round Head 2 to 3 1/2inch framing nailer. I also got the Hitachi oil free panckae compressor as suggested. I don't understand why you have to buy the hose and accesories separately, they should come with the compressor. Luckily, when you buy on Amazon.com it tells you that people who buy this will usually buy this also. But, in any case, I bought it all for $578.27 and it should be delivered shortly. I think it will make a great present and boy will he be surprised that I knew what I was doing. Now I don't feel guilty about asking him to build me a picnic table. Thanks again. You were a great resource. Beach House
Don't forget you're going to need male/female quick-connect type fittings for all the nail guns, both ends of the air hose and at the compressor.
I'm not sure I would have went with a framing nailer - it's a pretty heavy-duty nail gun and if you're building walls or doing an addition it will see use, but for general interior trim carpentry an 18ga brad nailer sees about 75% of the action.
Are 18ga brads enough for door frames , trim , baseboards and the like? I would have thought 15ga finish nailer would be mainly used for those.


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Are you trying to match up your escape wheel with the correct verge? I know at times we will get a movement and it is missing the verge/crutch or it is damaged. It can be a very time consuming task trying to get the correct angles. Years ago I purchased an old clockmakers estate and in it had the diagram in the link below. The company that originally produced the diagram went out of business in the mid 1980's. It has saved me countless hours and I wanted to share this with everyone. All you have to do is print off the picture, find your clock maker and set your verge over the appropriate picture. Then its just a matter of bending your verge you make it look like the one in the picture.


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Natasha Cica
Dr Natasha Cica will head the judging panel for the 2018 Tasmanian Artentwine Sculpture and Exhibition Awards.
Tasmanian-born Dr Cica is the former director and CEO of the Heide Museum of Modern Art in Melbourne. She has been widely acclaimed as one of Australia's 100 most influential women.
Before taking up her appointment with Heide in 2017 Dr Cica was founding director of the Inglis Clark Centre for Civil Society at the University of Tasmania.
She has been an advisor to the Tasmanian Government on cultural policy and to the Alcorso Foundation which fosters cultural exchange between Europe and Australia, and was a member of the steering committee of Arts Tasmania's Design Island Programme.
Dr Cica has long been a strong advocate for the cultural sector, writing for a wide range of publications including the Sydney Morning Herald Quarterly Essay, Australian Financial Review and Griffith Review.
She has degrees in law and arts from the Australian National University, King's College London and the university of Cambridge.
Michael Edwards
Michael Edwards brings to his judging role for Artentwine extensive experience in nurturing and promoting contemporary artists and their work through his position as Director of Contemporary Art Spaces Tasmania (CAST).
The Hobart-based arts administrator and curator has been director of CAST since 2004. Before this role he was Touring Manager for the National Exhibitions Touring Support Australia (NETS) touring exhibitions programme.
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When I found this butcher block cart I knew right away what color I was going to paint it. Versaille is a soft and neutral tone that pretty much blends with anything. This little beauty is headed to a silent auction at a Harvest Carnival tomorrow afternoon.
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Antibes Green Rustic Table
It's still hard to believe that in a few hours Antibes Green along with ASCP clear and dark waxes created this distressed-aged look. We lime-washed the top with Old White, painted the base in Antibes Green then applied ASCP clear and dark waxes. It now shines as our booth centerpiece at Paris Flea Market.
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Graphite Revival
Remember the oak office chair on casters we found at the Three Speckled Hens Antique Show? Well, it's been revived with a few coats of Graphite. We were planning on having it join a desk down at Paris Flea Market but I'm having a hard time parting with it...dilemma.
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Sweet Set In Provence
In hardly no time at all we took these antique white pieces from "blah" to "Wow!" Paired with floral antique style knobs, ASCP Provence is taken to another level of beauty. After looking at their original condition it's hard to believe we didn't have to prime or sand. Loving this paint!
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Henrietta Helps Fight For A Cure
What a rewarding project this was! We've been wanting to use Henrietta and the perfect piece for a great cause emerged. We transformed a Rescued Treasures desk and a ReStore cabinet door into the perfect girls set. Sweet knobs and a pretty floral branch added the final embellishment to complete the look we wanted. This set will be auctioned off today at the Fight 4 A Cure Breat Cancer Fundraiser.
Saturday, October 8, 2011
Christmas in October Boutique
We are so appreciative to have been a part of JoAnn Maloney's boutique. Thanks for including us JoAnn! The last two nights were fun-filled and rewarding to see a creative spark light up within our lovely guests. Our hope is that we were able to inspire others to recreate pieces that will give them pride and joy. Looking forward to next weekends workshop on Sunday from 1-3pm. Hope you enjoy some pics of our time had...
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Three Speckled Hens Antique Show
Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Stockist, Vicki Shoemaker, of 3 Oaks Studio in Clovis was a part of the Three Speckled Hens Antique Show in Paso Robles this weekend so I decided to check it out for myself. I was on the hunt for grain sacks to cover chairs or make pillows and was beside myself when the first booth we saw had mounds of them from Europe! I can hardly wait until the next one April 14th-15th. The Annie Sloan booth was well represented with impressive pieces and lovely people!
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Two other board seats that the former 3rd Ward commissioner confirmed he would occupy are on the Grand Valley Metro Council and the Interurban Transit Partnership. But Heartwell added that he would not hold the ITP chairmanship post. He chaired the transit association when it evolved from the Grand Rapids Area Transit Authority into the ITP, which is funded by six cities.
The current mayor also has a seat on the Metro Council and the ITP.
Heartwell, who plans to sit on about half a dozen boards and delegate commissioners to other groups that have seats for city representatives, said he hadn't decided whether to seek a seat on the Convention and Arena Authority. The CAA owns DeVos Place and Van Andel Arena, and funds from the DDA are paying for the arena bond package. Logie chairs the CAA.
Heartwell won 84 percent of the mayoral primary votes cast on Sept. 9, which allowed him to bypass the November election. Instead of having to campaign for a general election, he said he is using that additional time to put the final touches on his plans for the city.
Heartwell ran on a platform to improve public education in the city and economic development in the region. He supports passage of the countywide special education millage coming up in February, and he feels that biotech, communications and alternative energy are three industries that would be a good fit for the city.
Heartwell takes office in January.
The mayor-elect teaches undergraduates in the Aquinas College Community Leadership program and directs the school's Community Leadership Institute. Heartwell served two terms as a 3rd Ward commissioner, representing the city's southeast side from 1992-2000.