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Part Two of a series of five posts. SEE previous post. SEE next post.
On page 149 of Orwell - The Life D.J. Taylor refers to: ….Stukas sweeping down over fleeing civilians at Guernica;
I'm aware that Piers Brendon picked up on this in his Guardian review, referring to it as a "significant mistake":
"This is a more significant mistake than it seems since the fact that these planes, the most accurate bombers in the Condor Legion, did not take part indicates that the attack was directed against civilian not military targets, which the fascists always denied."
I can sense why D.J. Taylor referred to Stukas. With an unmistakeable gull-wing profile, a terrifying siren and whistling bombs, the Stuka gained a notoreity and a synonimity with the Blitzkreig. The Stuka was the Nazis most accurate dive-bomber, and was deployed very successfully during the invasions of Poland, France, Norway and the Soviet Union.
For many, including veterans of Dunkirk, the Stuka would have been their first, and unforgettable, contact with the enemy. (It was also equipped with state of the art bomb aiming and release technology supplied by the U.S. – who, incidentally, refused to share the same technology with the Brits and French.)
The aircraft used on the raid included Dornier 17, Junkers 52 (transports converted for bombing) Heinkel 111 bombers and Heinkel 51fighters. In addition, at various times during that dreadful day, Italian escorts played a role.
If the Condor Legion's real target, as their pilots later insisted, was a bridge just 300 yards from the town, it would have made military sense to have deployed machines capable of delivering an accurate strike, i.e. Stukas (Junkers Ju87). Early versions of the Stuka were available to be deployed that day, but the Germans chose not to use them. Furthermore, if the bridge had been the true target then why were incendiary bombs used? You can't destroy a stone bridge with 1Kg incendiary devices, even if were possible to deliver them all on the target.
Reliable detailed accounts of the raid are still hard to come by, and, as Orwell said about the Barcelona May Days in 1937, "It will never be possible to get a completely accurate and unbiased account…." Most survivors of the terrible raid were not trained aircraft observers.
According to many records at the time of the Guernica raid, the Condor Legion had three type A Stukas in Spain. According to the following extract from Experimentation: Reality and the Lie by Robert Helms four Stukas could have been available that day:
"The Renteria Bridge was presented by the German pilots in later decades as the principal military target in Guernica. Supposedly it survived because the wind had blown their bombs off target. It's a small stone structure, held up by two small pillars. The question as to why anti-personnel and incendiary bombs would be used to destroy such a target remains outstanding. In fact, the mission's commander knew that the town was just 300 yards from the bridge. The small incendiaries were certain to scatter like leaves and land all over the area when dropped from the height of 6,000 feet. All this clearly establishes that the bridge was never the real target, and that the town was marked for total annihilation. There were four Stuka dive-bombers available to Von Richthofen that day, capable of carrying single 1,000-pound bombs. These could have been deployed to very precisely and easily destroy the bridge. Furthermore the Junkers came in flying abreast, and not single-file, as they would if they'd been targeting a single, small target."
The point is that the Stukas were not deployed in the Guernica raid. So, why state they were?
Wednesday, 26 August 2009
STUKAS OVER GUERNICA? The Ministry of Truth: D.J. Taylor - Orwell - The Life
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When I was young, I had a fascination with paper. This is evident with the newspaper cuttings I kept for so many years. Here are other types of my passion with paper.
I have a huge collection of bookmarks which I kept in a box. My collection dated as far back as kindergarden days.
I even made bookmarks, some for my own, some as gifts for my friends. Below are some of which I made and kept for my own collection.
I even made bookmarks, some for my own, some as gifts for my friends. Below are some of which I made and kept for my own collection.
Autograph Book
This autograph book contains memories during my year in Standard Six. As this was the final year before we move on to different high schools, it contained 'words of wisdom' from all my classmates from 6D.
As you can see, some of them write down their house phone numbers (no such thing called handphones back then), show off their artistic talents, and even take opportunity to swear, even it is by means of %@)*&%@$.
Sticker Book
This is one of my most prized belongings from my childhood days. I received this as a birthday gift from my classmate during Standard 1, and it took my 5 years to fill up the entire book. I still remember the excitement when I managed to complete my collection in Standard 6.
I remember arranging the layout countless times before settling for the final version, and that basically stuck until now. Sometimes it's so hard to decide which stickers I like best.
Cards and Letters
I have a shoebox filled with greeting cards and letters from my family and friends. Sometimes I will take out the box, sort out the cards and read the messages and wishes from the people I love.
Who else gets postal mail nowadays? It feels very vintage right now :)
I have transferred this from the shoebox to a plastic box, hopefully it will last for many more years to come :)

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Port Morien Community Newsletter
Vol. 11, No. 6 June, 2010
Dear Folks:
We never cease to be amazed at our little elementary school in Port Morien; that's the school with the nine lives, the one that successive boards slated for closure.
One visit restores one's faith in human nature!
Your writer had the privilege of judging with others the heritage projects at the school again this year and he was impressed.
This year Gowrie sent three students to CBU: Olivia Curtis, with "Our Canadian Beaver"; Ellie Amadio, with "Maud Lewis"; and Rebecca Sibley, with "O Canada." All three projects held their own.
Two former students of Gowrie were presented with "Awards of Excellence"; and only 12 of the 175 projects on display at CBU were presented with this honour. They were Kristin Mauger, of Grade 8, Donkin Junior High, for her project "Cape Breton Art" and Caitlyn Hopkins of the Grade 8, Whitney Pier Memorial, French immersion program for her project, "Joshua Slocum et Son Voyage."
Wow! We are very proud of these students. Keep contributing to to this excellent Heritage Fair, students!!!
News from the Community
From the Legion:
*THE EILEEN SHEPARD BENEFIT DANCE takes place at the Legion, Saturday, June 5. Please give generously to this worthy cause.
*Retired Teachers' dinner, June 3, 1 o'clock. Attention all Legion members: This is a legion fundraiser. If you are available, then we could use your assistance. Phone the bar on Wednesday for details.
GENEALOGY FAIR: The genealogy presentation is on August 2, from 1 p.m to 3.30 p.m. Genealogies will be confined to branches of families. We hope to have a computer present. The genealogies could be typed at the C@P site and we might have a photcopier for the day. There was also talk of putting genealogies on the Web. We could include historical items. There may be a power point. Anyone still interested in joining our group to present genealogy can still get in by calling Ken at 737-2985.
Morien Beautification:
If there are any volunteers out there who would like to assist with weeding or improving the medians or generally working to beautify Port Morien (we have equipment), please call Betty at 737-2394 or 737-2388.
From the Churches:
St Paul's Anglican Parish of Port Morien is holding a LOBSTER TAKEOUT ON SATURDAY, JUNE 12, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The price is $12.00 (in the shell or out of it; please specify). Advance orders by June 11. Call 737-5983, 737-2497 or 737-2759. This is a major fundraiser for the church.
From Morien Memories:
PLEASE NOTE WEBSITES AND EMAILS: Twitter, firstname.lastname@example.com; http://www.portmorien.ca. Morien Memories is also on Facebook.
*Here are needs which we are highlighting from the current minutes:
-We need flatbeds for the parade, NOTE THE NEW TIME: 6 O'CLOCK, July 29.
-We need volunteers to set things up for venues at the Legion,
Characters for the Summer People Festival, needed.
*We need historic artifacts for the Gowrie Heritage Day, July 31: Time of tea: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
*Note that the dessert tea will be held from 2-4 p.m.
On Wednesday, August 4, during picture display.
*CALENDAR: The 2011 calendar will be for sale at the celebrations. This calendar is now at the printers and contains beautiful scenes of Port Morien as well as historic pictures.
*There will be t-shirts and hoodies sold at MM. INFORMATION AVAILABLE AT HOPPER'S. Also, we have sample t-shirts and hoodies which you may try on. PRE-ORDER BY JUNE 13.
*PRINCESS TEA: An afternoon of "everything princess" will be held at the Legion on Saturday, July 31. The Princess Tea Party will feature games, craft activities, a parade of the princesses and a lunch fit for royalty.
Time: 2-4 p.m. Souvenir pictures will be taken starting at 12.30 p.m. Price $5.00
Pick up tickets at HOPPER'S or the LEGION or contact Yvonne Kennedy for more information at 737-5131.
From the Girl Guides:
*On May 15, 152 girls and Guiders from Coastal District travelled to Port Hawkesbury on four buses to attend Rally Day! The girls especially loved the dance session, making morse code bracelets and the closing campfire was led by four Coastal District Rangers, April Lynk, Samatha Bloise, Brittany Robinson and Beth Madore.
After a busy year, guiding activities are winding down. The Port Morien units will attend a closing at the ballfield on Sunday, June 6, at 2 p.m.
This summer four Port Morien Guiders will attend Guiding Mosaic in Guelph, Ontario as camp staff from July 8 to 17. Ashley Burke and Kathleen Jerrott will work on the security team; Elizabeth buffet, the health team and Mabelann Kosick will work in the Cyber Café. Guiding Mosaic is a national Girl Guide camp and this year the focus will be on the 100th Anniversary of Guiding in Canada.
Health Board Presentation:
The East Cape Breton Community Health Board will host the annual Spring Health Presentation at the Port Morien Legion on Tuesday, June 1, at 7 p.m. Plenty of prizes and each attendee will receive a special gift at the door. A nutritious lunch with be served. Free admission.
From the PMDA:
*Coastal Erosion: There will be a public meeting on Coastal Erosion at the Legion, June 8 at 7. ACAP Cape Breton will make a presentation. Everyone welcome, especially those who could end up in Morien Bay.
Next Meeting: June 9
*Special thanks to the person or persons who cleaned up the Sandbar. The Councillor has been asked to look into having the material carted away.
*The C@P Society has employed Sarah Nicholson to work in the computer Site: Hours: 8-4 daily.
*Still trying to determine why Barb and LeRoy's cat, Bonnie, was missing for 5 days.
*Congrats to Jean and Laurie Lloyd on their 50th
*A special welcome to the village to Carmella and Dennis Muise who moved back home from Ontario.
+Condolences to the families of Mary Butts, Alan Fewer and Frank Boutilier. Rest eternal grant them, O Lord, and light perpetual shine upon them+
*A hearty THANK-YOU to all the residents of Port Morien whose volunteer efforts made our dinner theatre such a success this year


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Manchester United: 7 Bold Potential Transfers for Sir Alex Ferguson This SummerApril 28, 2013
Manchester United: 7 Bold Potential Transfers for Sir Alex Ferguson This Summer
With Manchester United having claimed their 20th English league title during the current campaign, manager Sir Alex Ferguson has made it known that he'll be looking to strengthen his pack during the offseason.
"Having spoken with the Glazer family, there is every intention to kick on," Ferguson told the waiting press on Saturday (via Yahoo!). "We possibly need two players. It depends. If a player came along who met our criteria we would push the boat out and get him, irrespective of how many players we have."
Although United have been somewhat comfortable winners of the Premier League, disappointments in both the Champions League and FA Cup have suggested that improvements are certainly needed, particularly with rivals such as Manchester City and Chelsea likely to strengthen again this summer.
Additionally, speculation continues to mount with regards the sales of a number of players who have disappointed over the last 12-18 months, with the likes of Nani, Anderson and Luis Valencia having been mentioned as particularly close to the exit door (via Express).
With that in mind, here's a look at seven players who would be wise choices for the Red Devils to actively pursue during the coming months, with an eye to signing and subsequently strengthening their squad ahead of the 2013/14 campaign.
Ilkay Gundogan (Borussia Dortmund)
With Paul Scholes expected to retire for the second time this summer, Tom Cleverley still developing, Anderson seemingly open to offers and Darren Flecher's career still somewhat in the balance, Borussia Dortmund's midfield general Ilkay Gundogan would be an ideal addition to a United midfield that has often been criticised for not being good enough when it comes to the European crunch.
The German international has been excellent for Dortmund throughout the course of the current campaign, despite them struggling to keep up with newly-crowned German champions Bayern Munich.
Gundogan has really pushed on from his promising debut season at the Westfalenstadion in 2011/12, making himself the first-choice central midfielder for manager Jurgen Klopp.
A clever passer with a tremendous work ethic, Gundogan's full range of attributes were on show as he put in an imperious performance in BVB's 4-1 victory over Real Madrid last week in the Champions League semi-final. Without question the German international would be an ideal partner in the United engine room for England midfielder Michael Carrick.
Signed for a measly €4 million from FC Nurnberg in 2011, the 22-year-old would likely cost in excess of €15 million if he were to walk the same road as Shinji Kagawa did last summer, such has been his emergence in Germany's northwest.
Kevin Strootman (PSV Eindhoven)
Similar to Gundogan, PSV Eindhoven midfielder Kevin Strootman is a tremendous all-action midfielder, who has enjoyed a somewhat meteoric rise over the last nine months or so.
Untainted by the Netherlands Euro 2012 nightmare, Strootman has since become an integral part of the national side under Louis van Gaal, captaining his country in their World Cup 2014 qualification matches against Estonia and Romania in March.
Strootman has improved immeasurably during his two years at the Phillips Stadion since joining the club in a double-deal with Dries Mertens from Utrecht in 2011.
His cultured left foot has begun to dominate rather than merely decorate games, whilst he has also become a visibly more intelligent player during his time with the one-time European Cup winners.
Additionally, with eight goals in 34 games from his position in the double-pivot alongside Mark van Bommel in PSV's midfield this season, Strootman has enjoyed the best scoring campaign of his fledgling career thus far.
Everton and AC Milan have also been linked with an interest in the Dutchman (via Express).
Mats Hummels (Borussia Dortmund)
Another star of Jurgen Klopp's excellent Dortmund side, defender Mats Hummels has become one of Europe's most talented and decisive defenders during his four years at the Westfalenstadion.
With Rio Ferdinand now 35 and Nemanja Vidic showing the signs of year's of wear and tear, United could well be in need of a new defensive rock.
And the 24-year-old certainly fits the bill.
Not only is Hummels physically imposing, but he's also extremely gifted technically, with a wonderful passing range. Moreover, he has developed into a leader amongst his peers at BVB, and it's noticeable that such leadership qualities are missing from Die Borussen backline when he's absent.
Any deal to take the German international to Old Trafford would likely be expensive, particularly with the likes of Barcelona and Real Madrid said to be interested in securing Hummels services this summer.
However, Ferguson showed 11 years ago that he wasn't afraid to spend big to get his man when he purchased Ferdinand from Leeds for £30 million, and he may be willing to do likewise if it means securing Hummels for the next decade.
Isco (Malaga)
The 21-year-old attacking midfielder Isco has enjoyed another excellent season.
Benefiting from the management of Manuel Pellegrini, an aesthetically pleasing Malaga side made their way to the Champions League quarter-finals, whilst they also lie in sixth place in La Liga, with Isco the creative fulcrum.
The diminutive Spanish international, from the David Silva school of wizardry, has continued to improve and has been become a beacon of hope for the supporters of Los Boquerones in what are some of the grandest days in the club's history.
However, the Andalusian club continue to struggle financially, and the 2012 Tuttosport Golden Boy trophy winner is their prized asset, with a release fee in his contract set at €30 million.
As such, he is expected to be sold in the summer, and United's chief scout Martin Ferguson has been a keen onlooker at La Rosaleda in recent months.
With the likes of Nani, Anderson and Ashley Young having struggled this season and their futures uncertain, the fleet-footed Isco, with his ability to play in a variety of positions throughout the midfield, could prove to be too good an opportunity to miss for the Reds.
Radamel Falcao (Atletico Madrid)
Perhaps the purest of No. 9's in world football at present, Radamel Falcao looks set to depart Atletico Madrid this summer, and Old Trafford would be a prime destination for the Colombian international.
Lethal in the penalty area, technically gifted and strong in the air, Falcao has been consistently outstanding over the last three years, first in Portugal with Porto before his arrival at the Vicente Calderon.
His 68 goals in 86 games and crucial role in Atleti's 2012 Europa League triumph have made Falcao an icon for Los Colchoneros supporters.
Nevertheless, the club's debt continues hover over the club, and he is undoubtedly their greatest asset.
With Wayne Rooney's future remaining uncertain, El Tigre would perhaps be the ideal replacement; A partnership of him and Robin van Persie would certainly give United's opponents, not just in England, but also across Europe, something to fear.
Luke Shaw (Southampton)
The 17-year-old left-back has enjoyed a tremendous breakthrough season with Southampton and has proven that he can already handle himself at Premier League level.
A more-than-capable defender, also good on the ball and capable of adding to his sides attacking play, Shaw looks set for a long and distinguished career.
As such, if United were to steal a march and make an early move for Shaw, then they could get the England under-21 international for a relatively cheap figure, especially compared with what he could cost in future.
Patrice Evra has a couple of years left in him yet, despite the occasional lacklustre performance, but his deputy Alex Buttner is still to suitably impress.
No question Shaw will be the long-term successor to Ashley Cole at international level, but he'd also be an intelligent signing for United today.
Frank Lampard (Chelsea)
With the veteran midfielder's future at Chelsea still very much up in the air and his contract dwindling down, a goalscoring midfielder who is proven at Premier League and European level and available on a free transfer is something that no club can turn their nose at.
Including Manchester United.
The Reds were linked with Lampard during Andre Villas-Boas' tenure at Stamford Bridge, when the England international was repeatedly left on the substitutes bench by the then-Chelsea manager.
Since then, he has captained the Blues to their 2012 Champions League final success over Bayern Munich and has gone on to net his 200th goal for the west London club.
Aged 35, Lampard's days of playing 90 minutes every week are perhaps over.
However, in a similar role to that of Ryan Giggs and Rio Ferdinand, Lampard's experience and know how of what it takes to win medals at the highest levels of the club game could prove invaluable to the younger members of United's squad.


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We move on.
Conversation in passing with friends:
[8:09 PM] Fxxxxx Axxxx: I'm starting to think, perhaps, that someone doesn't quite understand how the avatar mesh works in Second Life nor how the mesh deformer works with it. Honestly, what they *need* is a program that will simulate the deformation within the modeling program, *not* more complexity over an already complex feature that works on hope, unicorns, and baby's tears as it is.
[8:10 PM] Axxxxxxxx Rxxxxx: that pretty much sums it up, I think
[8:11 PM] Fxxxxx Axxxx: No offense to Nalates, really, but people have been pretty much clamoring for this without understanding how very difficult and utterly patchwork the system has to be.
And, at the root of all this, that's the problem--and it's one I'm guilty of, as well. Clamoring for new features that other games have, without realizing what an ungainly cobble the Lindens are working with now is disingenuous at best. Most games don't have such a mix of new code paired with Legacy coding just to make the system work at all, on the systems it does work on.
Adding new code to the mix, most of the time, is rather akin to seeing two people playing Russian roulette and asking to join in.
[8:11:26 PM] Axxxxxxxx Rxxxxx: well, it sounds like Charlar's saying that the bulk of the lindens are out of touch
[8:11:41 PM] Axxxxxxxx Rxxxxx: which, ya know, realy isn't anything NEW but still worth getting out there
[8:13:35 PM] Fxxxxx Axxxx: I'm still reading through comments. I don't quite get 'Out of Touch' as much as I get 'Had to be pushed out early to meet demand'. Basically so much time had already been spent on it, they just wanted it out, so they'd have a feature. Possibly even to try and make themselves look profitable and investment worthy if one must be a cynic.
Right, because there are more than a few of us thinking that the entirety of development over 2012 has centered around making the game look profitable, fun, and easy to manage, thus resulting in high bids when they put it on the open market. I'd love to say I'm wrong; I still don't think I am.
Plus, let's revisit that "early" thing. Remember, mesh was tested for one solid year before deployment, and it still wasn't ready. Part of that failure, also, must be laid at the feet of the Lindens, because I think they genuinely thought there would be more avatar designs, and landscaping/furniture elements in mesh, instead of the tilt towards clothing and hair we have now.
[8:14:48 PM] Fxxxxx Axxxx: And honestly, reading that, I get the feeling Char might be, not pissed, but perhaps irked that he couldn't get to it, and more irked that people couldn't be patient and now he has to deal with a crap half-way solution he'll have to work in and deal with dependencies and legacy.
[8:15:06 PM] Axxxxxxxx Rxxxxx: yea, that's the impression I got too
[8:15:30 PM] Fxxxxx Axxxx: He obviously *had* a plan. He says as much. He knew what he was doing, and I *doubt* this was it.
[8:15:48 PM] Fxxxxx Axxxx: I imagine fixing the Avatar and animation system would have come first, in order to better allow mesh creation.
Let's move to the comments from that blog entry. From Charlar Linden:
For context: In order to ship Mesh content support I had to defer a lot of features. I did cut additional work on avatar mesh content to focus on the problems remaining around in-world mesh. If I hadn't done that deferring, as well as other stuff, mesh would not have shipped. <*At all*. I'm not kidding.And while that's likely true--the calling for sacking part, because we are a fickle constituency, myself included--let's focus on rigged mesh support. This is important, because this is the biggest issue--if our shapes are not absolutely consistent with the shape the designer was using (which is why a few designers started turning out shapes that mashed the mesh works in question), rigged mesh items simply won't behave consistently or correctly.
I told the beta users this – and they were sad; some got grumpy. I thought that they would not immediately start making mesh items for avatars. I was *obviously* wrong. People did really great work, right out of the gate. I didn't have any engineers available to do any of the work needed, not for months.
If I had it to all over again, I would have probably temporarily turned off rigged mesh support in the uploader. Then more of you would have called for my sacking (thank you for your support).
What would SLife have been like if nothing was rigged to start out with? If we could have adjusted everything, would there have been as much screaming? Would that have helped with items like necklaces and ties, hair, shoes, earrings and other items for which rigging directly combats the individuality of our personal shapes?
[8:15:53 PM] Axxxxxxxx Rxxxxx: he also seems pissed that other lindens don't "get" SL
[8:16:17 PM] Emilly Orr: Which is both gratifying and annoying
[8:16:25 PM] Emilly Orr: Because one of them gets it, yay, cue the fireworks!
[8:16:38 PM] Emilly Orr: And the rest of them still don't, and likely won't ever, cancel the celebration
[8:16:41 PM] Axxxxxxxx Rxxxxx: and the rest don't, can't we drop bricks on their heads?
[8:16:47 PM] Emilly Orr: Oh, if only
Now, barring the brick-dropping, there's a point here, and it's a point both I and others have made, over and over again: namely, that the Lindens responsible for coding and maintaining the game don't play the game. Let that sink in. That's really baffling to me, but it also strikes me like a major car factory whose employees never drive. How can you build something, maintain it, fix it when it breaks, if you have no idea how it works? And clearly no desire to know. That would create, by definition, an adversarial relationship between players and coders, which we've seen over and over and over again.
[8:17:52 PM] Fxxxxx Axxxx: Hmm, still reading it differently.
[8:18:07 PM] Fxxxxx Axxxx: He definitely does say that some lindens work but don't play.
[8:18:23 PM] Fxxxxx Axxxx: But he also seems to be trying to remind people that many of them DO play, often. They *knew* what it'd be used for.
[8:18:38 PM] Fxxxxx Axxxx: It wasn't that they were, as Pussycat implied, morons, or stupid
[8:18:52 PM] Axxxxxxxx Rxxxxx: "Yes, some Lindens are completely uninterested in Second Life, and to them it's like making dog food, in that they're never going to willingly eat it."
[8:19:03 PM] Axxxxxxxx Rxxxxx: that came across to me as "dammit, they're idiots for not being in SL more"
[8:19:13 PM] Emilly Orr: And haven't I said that for years?
From the blog again, Pussycat Catnap first:
What the heck did they think we'd all use mesh for? sexbeds?And this bit from Charlar Linden, with the dog food factory comment:
Linden bears?
Griefer tools in sandboxes?
Seriously – of course it would be used mostly for clothes.
EVERYTHING in SL flows that way.
Do they not run any form of analytics on their own marketplace? Just look at what's listed.
Actually, this reminded me of one more thing. Almost all the beta users were in-world content makers. We only had one or two Adult content creators. The clothing makers were apparently lurkers (damn you Elie Spot, et al!). If you think all the mesh stuff is clothes and genitals, you're doing some amazing artists a disservice.And Pussycat again:
Yes, some Lindens are completely uninterested in Second Life, and to them it's like making dog food, in that they're never going to willingly eat it.
Some other Lindens spend hours and hours in SL a week, outside of their job. They have a grip. We knew clothes would be a hit, but if I'd kept everything we needed to fix/build, none of the project would have been released.
I'm sorry what I typed sounds like an attack – the lindens have become amazingly absent from public view over the last year, and it makes the communication end up always feeling hostile.Which has been my general impression as well--that the best way to contact a Linden for help these days, is to be one, and if you're not--even if you're a paying customer who owns sims--it won't matter. That may be a vast disservice to those Linden employees who do try to fix things, but they're unfortunately few and far between, at least according to the court of public opinion.
And splitting this into (at least) two parts, because this seems to be getting unwieldy.


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Therapeutics: Overview HF and Systolic 2
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If and ARB causes symptoms, should you continue it?
What adverse events can and RB cause?
Renal insufficiency (10-20% increase is normal)
Angioedema (less risk than ACEIs)
If a patient has HYPOtension, Renal insufficiency or HYPERkalemia in an ACEI, would it be useful to switch them to an ARB?
No, ARBs cause those things too
Only with Angioedema or Cough would you switch
What is the initial dose of Candesartan?
4-8 mg QD
What is the Maximum dose of Candesrtan?
32 mg QD
What is the mean dose of Candesartan achieved in clinical trials?
24 mg QD
In what stages of HF would you use ARBs?
Stage A-D instead of an ACEI
When would you use an ACEI and ARB?
ACEI escape – very controversial
What might be a better option for a patient on an ACEI and BB than adding an ARB?
Add Aldosertone antagonist
Do Aldosterone antagonists have a mortality benefit in HF?
Yes, when added to an ACEI/BB combo
What are the benefits of Aldosterone antagonists?
Mortality benefit when added to ACEI/BB combo
Reduction in hospitilizations
What are the Mechanism for Aldosterone antagonists in HF?
BP control by blocking aldosterone receptors
Prevent RAAS-mediated worsening of myocardial function
Attenuate cardiac fibrosis and remodeling
Diminish systemic pro-inflammatory state and oxidative stress by aldosterone
When is adding an aldosterone antagonist to an HF therapy CI?
: SCr >2 mg/dL
: SCr >2.5 mg/dL
CrCl < 30 mL/min
Worsening of renal function
K >5 mEq/L
History of sever HYPERkalemia
What is the initial dose for Spirolactone?
12.5-25 mg QD
What is the Max dose of Spirolactone?
25 mg QD or BID
What is the mean dose achieved in clinical trials for Spirolactone?
26 mg QD
How can you reduce the risk of HYPERkalemia with aldosterone antagonists?
Decrese or D/C K supplements
Avoid concomitant NSAID/COX inhibitors, high dose ACEIs or ARBs
Avoid ACEI, ARB AA triple therapy
Monitor renal function and serum K
How often Should Serum K and renal function be monitored in a patient on an Aldosterone antagonist?
Between 3 days and 1 week after initiation or titration
Monthly for first 3 months
Then every 3 months
If a patient's K goes over 5.5 mg/dL, what should you do?
D/C any K supplementation
Reduce of stop aldosterone antagonists
Under what conditions should you temporarily D/C AA therapy?
Diuretic therapy is interrupted
What Stage of HF would you initiate an AA?
Stage C
Under what conditions would you initiate an AA?
Stage C HF (or D)
Optimal ACEI/BB therapy
Class II if elevated BNP or cardiac hospitalization
Class III-IV ( even if they don't meet all the rest of this criteria)
SCR < 2.5 in men or <2 in women
GFR > 30 mL/min
OR Acute MI w/ EF < 40% and symptoms of HF or history of DM
What group of HF patients benefits the most from Isosorbide Dinitrate and Hydralazine therapy?
Stage III-IV African Americans already on optimal ACEI and BB with systolic HF that are still symptomatic
What is the MOA of Isosorbide Dinitrate and Hydralazine in HF?
Nitrates cause venodilation = decrease preload
Hydralazine causes arterial dilation = decreases afterload
What effect does Hydralazine have on Isosorbide dinitrate?
May reduce tolerance of the nitrate
What is the benefit of Isosorbide Dinitrate and Hydralazine in HF?
Mortality benefits
Reduced hospitilizations
Why does Isosorbide Dinitrate and Hydralazine work better in African American patients?
African American patients have less nitric oxide
When might you use an Isosorbide Dinitrate and Hydralazine combo in a non-AA patient?
Add on therapy for symptomatic non-AA pts with EF≤ 40%
Alternate therapy for tolerance issues with other drugs
Does Digoxin have a mortality benefit?
What are the benefits of Digoxin in HF?
Aids in symptoms
Exercise tolerance
Reduce hospitilizations
What is the MOA of Digoxin in HF?
+ inotropic effects
Inhibits Na/K transporter in Myocardium
Increases Na, causes Ca influx and leads to increased contractility
Neurohormonal modulation
Increases PNS activity
What are the CIs for Digoxin use in HF?
Ventricular fibrillation
What are the Precautions for Digoxin use in HF?
High arrhythmia risk
Acute MI (avoid w/in 6 mo after)
Heart block
Electrolyte imbalance (important caution = avoid)
Hypermetabolic state
Renal Impairment
Thyroid Disease (important caution = avoid)
What effect does HYPOthyroid have on digoxin therapy?
Increased risk of digoxin toxicity = higher digoxin levels
What effect does HYPERthyroid have on Digoxin therapy?
Lower the digoxin levels
What are the DDIs with Digoxin?
CYP3A4 and Pgp interactions
What is considered Digoxin toxicity>
>2 ng/mL
What should you monitor when a patient is on Digoxin?
HR and rhythm
Metabolic panel
Serum digoxin levels
What are the Adverse effects of Digoxin in HF?
CNS (dizziness, mental disturbances, HA)
Dermatologic (rash)
Neuromuscular and skeletal
: weakness
: blurred, yellow vision, halos
At what interval should you be monitoring Digoxin serum concentrations?
Measure Trough q3-6mo if have been on awhile
After initiation
: 5-7 days after starting, 6-8 hours after dose (ideally 12-24 hours after)
How long does it take to reach a SS digoxin concentration?
Several weeks
What is a normal dose of digoxin?
.125-0.25 mg QD
Reduce to Every other day dosing if they have decreased renal function are elderly or have interacting meds
What is the target serum for Digoxin in HF?
0.5-0.9 ng/mL ( higher w/ afib)
When would you put a HF patient on Digoxin?
Stage C or D and All other drugs are optimal, but still symptomatic
Does Hyperthyroidism cause digoxin toxicity?
Does HYPOkalemia cause digoxin toxicity?
Does Renal dysfunction cause digoxin toxicity?
Does HYPcalcemia cause digoxin toxicity?
What agents can be used for blood pressure control in HTN in HF?
ACEI/ARB, BB, diuretics
Aldosterone antagonists, hydralazine/(ISDN)
Amlodipine or felodipine
What drugs should be avoided for BP control in HF?
Non-DHP CCB, clonidine, minoxidil
Never use these
What drugs are OK to use in a patient with HF and Afib for rate control?
Digoxin or BB (BB preferred)
What drugs are OK to use in a patient with HF and Afib for Rhythm control?
Amiodarone or Defetilide
What drusg should be avoided when treating Afin in patients with HF?
Non-DHP CCB
Class I antiarrhythmics
Are anti-thrombotic therapies acceptable in patients with Afib and HF?
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Study Mobile click-to-open rates slipped in 2016
by Deena M. Amato-McCoy, chainstoreage.com
February 24, 2017
February 24, 2017
Retailers are increasingly relying on mobility for customer engagement, however their marketing strategies are lagging.
The fourth quarter 2016 marked the first time mobile engagement has trended down as the mobile click-to-open (CTO) rate declined by 12.6% quarter-over-quarter, and 14.4% year-over-year, according "Q4 2016 Email Benchmark Report: The Mobile Engagement Shift," from Yes Lifecycle Marketing.
The study revealed that email continues to drive revenue for brands dur-ing the holidays, especially on mobile. In fact, more than half (53.4%) of all email clicks came from mobile, an 8.5% increase year-over-year and a 31.5% increase since fourth quarter 2014.
Data also showed that smartphone revenue increased, while the number of smartphone orders decreased, translating into larger average purchases on smartphones. Over the past three years, the proportion of email-driven orders placed on smartphones has almost tripled, and the email-driven revenue generated through smartphones has grown by 250%.
"The findings in our report suggest on-the-go holiday shoppers are just as comfortable making purchases via mobile devices as they are on their desktops, but that doesn't mean marketers have mastered mobile," said Michael Fisher, president of Yes Lifecycle Marketing. "With mobile CTO reversing its trend and declining, tactics like responsive design are no longer enough to spark engagement. Marketers need to pay attention not only to the design of mobile emails, but now, even more so, the content and context."
The good news is that there has been a major increase in email subscriber growth, with the proportion of new subscribers joining brands' mailing programs in fourth quarter 2016 doubling from previous years. Histori-cally, most brands have grown their subscriber base by about 6% be-tween third quarter and fourth quarter, but in 2016 that growth reached 12%, the study said.
Meanwhile, 37% of all email-driven orders and 26% of all email-driven revenue came from smartphones in the fourth quarter. Tablet purchases registered the highest growth from third quarter to fourth quarter, eclips-ing both desktop and smartphone devices.
Overall, open rates increased for the first time in years, growing by 8% quarter-over-quarter. However, on average, unique click and CTO rates continued their downward trend, dropping by 15.6% and 18.8% year-over-year, respectively.
"With the shift of consumer behavior, the key to converting consumers into buyers in 2017 is personalization, proper targeting, and awareness of context," said Mike Iaccarino, CEO and chairman of Infogroup, parent company of Yes Lifecycle Marketing. "In order to achieve this, brands need the right partner and the right technology to get a full view of their customers."


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This week I have been re-discovering my old, first love.
Settle down now, there is nothing remotely scandalous here. My old, first love on that front is still very much my current love.
No, I'm talking about this...
.........and this book
......................especially this piece
I ♥ the music of Chopin.
It is just so beautiful, both to play and to listen to.
I haven't challenged myself to learn something new for quite a while now. I'm sure you all understand how it is, what with boys, baking, cleaning, and so on.
Chopin has always been my favourite composer, although unfortunately my husband doesn't share this love - he calls it 'wrist slitting' music - Philistine!
I find everything about it so beautiful. The melodies, the amazing harmonies.....
I know I have some fellow music lovers out there. You agree with me, right?
I'm not sure how long it will take me to learn the full piece though. Back in the days when I was studying music at University, I used to practice for a minimum of 3 hours a day. Now I would be lucky to get 3 hours a week in!
So until I am brave enough to share a clip of myself playing it, have a listen to this one from youtube instead.
If you have no idea what the music of Chopin sounds like, I hope it opens your eyes....
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Why Are My Pipes Making Noises?
Posted on: June 2, 2015
Being a homeowner means knowing when something is normal and when something means you need to call for plumbing services. Sometimes, this can be a tough decision to make; you don't want to pay a professional to tell you nothing is wrong, but you also don't want to ignore any warning signs. When your home's plumbing has started making odd noises, many Pinellas Park residents start to panic. However, some noises are more innocuous than others.
At Midway, we want you to be fully informed about what is happening in your home, which is why we have explained some of the more common sounds your plumbing may make from time to time.
- Thud when you turn off the faucet. A thud or hammer sound when you turn off a faucet is typically a sign that your home's water pressure is too high. Not only does this mean undue stress on your pipes, but it can drive up your water bill as well. Investing in a pressure regulator can keep the pressure at normal levels.
- Sink is hissing. This is the same problem as the thud; hissing sounds inside your sink or faucet signals that the pressure is too high. Ask your local plumbing services company about a PSI regulator to help with high pressures.
- Dripping. Not only is a leaky faucet extremely annoying, but it can be a huge waste of water and money. If you are tired of listening to dripping all day in your Pinellas Park home, this can be fixed simply by putting in a new washer, or even an entirely new faucet.
- Shaking and rattling. If you have started to notice a shaking or rattling sound each time you drain water (like flushing the toilet), your pipes might be loose. Call a professional to tighten any areas that are becoming unsecure.
If you have been experiencing any of these sounds coming from your Pinellas Park home's pipes, call us at Midway Services today. We offer high quality plumbing services, and we charge by the job, not by the hour. Call us today to see what it is like to hire the best.
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ContainerControl::ActiveControl Property
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Gets or sets the active control on the container control.
Assembly: System.Windows.Forms (in System.Windows.Forms.dll)
public: [BrowsableAttribute(false)] property Control^ ActiveControl { virtual Control^ get() sealed; virtual void set(Control^ value) sealed; }
Property ValueType: System.Windows.Forms::Control^
The Control that is currently active on the ContainerControl.
The Control assigned could not be activated.
The ActiveControl property activates or retrieves the active control on the container control.
In order to receive a valid value from this property, the object that calls it must either contain or be contained in the control it is calling. If one form tries to call another form's ActiveControl properties, it will receive an undefined value. In this case, you need to define your own communication mechanism between the forms to pass this data.
The following code example inherits from the ScrollableControl class and implements the IContainerControl interface. Implementation is added to the ActiveControl property and the ActivateControl method.
using namespace System; using namespace System::Windows::Forms; using namespace System::Drawing; public ref class MyContainer: public ScrollableControl, public IContainerControl { private: Control^ activeControl; public: MyContainer() { // Make the container control Blue so it can be distinguished on the form. this->BackColor = Color::Blue; // Make the container scrollable. this->AutoScroll = true; } property Control^ ActiveControl { // Add implementation to the IContainerControl.ActiveControl property. virtual Control^ get() { return activeControl; } virtual void set( Control^ value ) { // Make sure the control is a member of the ControlCollection. if ( this->Controls->Contains( value ) ) { activeControl = value; } } } // Add implementations to the IContainerControl.ActivateControl(Control) method. virtual bool ActivateControl( Control^ active ) { if ( this->Controls->Contains( active ) ) { // Select the control and scroll the control into view if needed. active->Select( ); this->ScrollControlIntoView( active ); this->activeControl = active; return true; } return false; } };
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Having been in the womb for nine months, a baby is dependent on her mother for everything – food, oxygen, shelter, and protection. Everything is being served to the baby on the spot without even saying "hey where's my…" – VIP treatment.
But the moment a baby is born, she is introduced to a new environment – a permanent place for her to adapt for the rest of her life. And this period of adaption is going to be a tough one for her.
That's why new born babies cry a lot – and I mean a LOT. Other than a few giggles, crying is what makes up their initial communication library.
Baby cries when she's hungry. She probably never felt the sting of an empty stomach when she's still in the womb. She never had used her mouth to eat; food was directly supplied through the umbilical cord. But now that baby is out, she doesn't have anything to ease her hunger. It hurts and she cries.
Baby cries when she's wet. While still inside the womb, your baby is surrounded by a protective fluid (amniotic liquid). So those who knew would naturally assume the baby would have some tolerance to a wet nappy. Assuming the baby doesn't really mind, but prolonged skin contact against urine-soaked nappy triggers the skin to send "hey I'm about to get rashes"-type of signals to her brain. It irritates her and she cries.
Baby cries when she has a poop. As with baby pee, baby poop can easily cause skin rashes if not cleaned immediately.
Cutting it short, babies cry for a lot of things that bothers them. If your ears are not well trained enough to analyze the subtle variances between these cries, chances are you'll get frustrated trying to figure out what they really want.
I had my share of short-temperedness way back when my baby kept on crying and, at the same time, I desperately wanted to get even a few hours of sleep. Good thing for me and wife, my in-laws were just a couple of knocks away. They're almost always ready to lend an extra hand (even in the middle of the night) while I rush back to sleep.
My baby ended up kind of spoiled by my in-laws though. She probably figured that by crying she'll get attention plus a new present each time. I can't blame my in-laws because my then two month old baby cries louder than any four year old we knew.
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Well I spent the last week traveling from Wokingham down to Weymouth. During that time I've managed to roll the trike, put a hole into one of the panniers (which aren't waterproof by the way even if the manufacturer says they are) sleep rough on the side of the road and come to thank the fact that I've gave up smoking in January.
For the first week of many I've been taking it easy and letting my legs and lungs get used to the strain. What I have come to enjoy is the fact that I have got so much time on my hands. Even if I spend 6-8 hours on the road because most of the time I have been sleeping in my tent you tend to wake up when the sun rises and the birds start singing. You realize how many hours there are in the day!
I'll be getting on the ferry to France in the morning and hanging out in St. Malo for a few nights before heading south.
All in all, this is so much better than working
Tuesday, 5 June 2007
well, its been a week
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Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Montmartre Sunset
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Sweet! Beautiful James.ReplyDelete
You are so good at this...
Gorgeous capture! You do get the great ones, James and this one is superb! Makes me wish I could go back to Paris!! Have a lovely evening!ReplyDelete
What a fantastic view and the sunset is gorgeous.ReplyDelete
☼ Sunny
Like the way you caught the tower.ReplyDelete
Magnificent, a view of a romantic movie!ReplyDelete
A beautiful sunset from the hill of Montmarte James.ReplyDelete
Si parisien!:)The dreamy side of this town, the one you see with your Paris lover's eyes!ReplyDelete
Gorgeous capture and it seems like you are alone in the city with the tower...fabulous!ReplyDelete
Wow! The Eiffel Tower bathed in such a beautiful light!ReplyDelete
Thanks for sharing;o)
Have a nice weekend****
Very beautiful.ReplyDelete
Oh you lucky guy to see this in person and thanks for sharing it here.ReplyDelete
A view you can live with...ReplyDelete
Beautiful view.ReplyDelete
A fine silhouette of Parisian toits with Paris's most famous landmark center stage, if background center. A fine image, James. Your Paris series makes «Louis» wish he were back in Paris!ReplyDelete


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...just as in 2008
It is certainly not financed by people who love this country ...
Is the Pope German?.................
This doesn't seem to be the big story we were expecting. There'll have to be something more than the fact that the site was linked for ten months and then taken down.
Answer: Yes.
Comment: Duh.
National Review is the second outlet to carry this story this morning.
Breitbart broke the story earlier.
I think that Liz cracked this code back in 2008, and nothing was done about it then.
Nothing will be done about it now.
The Chicago Mob in charge of Obozo and the White house has the full backing/protection of our left wing mediots. So nothing will be done.
Who financed his education at Columbia and Harvard? Why does he bow to Saudi Kings and tells the Russians to inform Putin that he'll have more flexibility after the election...
A prominent Democratic donor with ties to the Red Chinese government may be implicated in the Obama campaigns flouting of federal campaign finance law, according to a bombshell investigative report
Won't matter anyway, the media will bury the story and this scandal won't stick to the Teflon president any more then the 100 or so other sleazy corruption marred doings of this administration.
The 0bama Rule is: If 0bama does it, or did it, its ok.
Naturally When Romney is elected President the 0bama rule no longer applies. Romney will be relentlessly hounded by the media. Even the perception of impropriety (which the media will exagerate 50 fold) will be the subject of countless congressional hearings and investigations.
Of course it is. Every time Obama contributes to his own campaign, it is being financed by a foreigner.
Does a bear...
Yes it is.
The question brings up pictures of bears n their natural habit and the color of the sky and other things.
Hannity is going to cover the issue on his FOX show tonight 9:00pm


text: Wow what a weekend. I am still in shock we fit it all in. Thursday night 9-25 we left Phoenix headed for Page, AZ. Spent the night with Jama and Papi. Friday morning we woke up and headed out to Mesquite, Nevada for the NISA Native American World Series of Softball. Eldon was playing with Nations a team he is usually picked up on for this tournament. The girls (Sunni, Monica, Beetle, Teresa, and Brandy) were playing on a coed team as well as a women's team. Friday night the boys played at 10pm - they won. So, they played again at 3pm the next day. We woke up Saturday morning with some time to kill, we headed to the visitors center and found out that Nevada's First State Park was only a thirty min drive towards Vegas. So, we hit the road south. Check out the pictures in the slide show! The picture above - Eldon with Payton under Poodle Rock. We went on some great hikes saw so many wonderful rock formations and a ton of petroglyphs! We raced around the park and speed back to Mesquite for Eldon's 3pm game -they won. Sunday, the boys played at 8am - lost and then at 10am and lost -they were out. The girls team was out but they were still in it for coed. We decided to hit the road to Vegas were we stopped for a short trip to the Factory Outlet mall - not quite enough time there - then dinner in Kingman and arrived home Sunday night around 11pm Phew! What a fabulous weekend for the Cranks :)


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Friday, April 3, 2009
Job news!
Sorry I'm just getting this up. I was away from my computer most of the day. My job will be cut in June 2010, meaning I have 15 more months there. There are 2 other programs that will be cut at the same time. Overall our company is losing $1.7 million in funds. Of course there had to be layoffs. Of course I am still not sure what my next move is. I am waiting to see if I like Asbury or maybe another school. So....stay tuned.
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Wow you got a whole year. That's odd, you would think they would cut the program this year. But cool
- April 3, 2009 at 10:06 PM
- LaDonna said...
Well, at least you've got some time to plan what you will do next. Love you, Say.
- April 4, 2009 at 10:48 PM
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Pundit Robbie Savage predicts Newcastle United will go down, citing new boss Steve McClaren as a factor.
Despite a summer of rebuilding at Newcastle United, not everybody is convinced this season will yield an improvement for the club.
Outspoken pundit Robbie Savage told Breathe Sport last night that he feels the Toon are not just going to be in another survival scrap, but believes they will be one of the three teams to be relegated to the Championship.
He said: "They have made three signings and spent £50 million, but I fear for Newcastle.
"Steve McClaren is a good coach, but Derby should be in the Premier League. They were in control, and finish in eighth.
"Newcastle had a poor season last year, they are a big club, with big expectations, and could struggle."
Savage is a former Derby player and therefore has particular grievance over the Rams' late collapse in their promotion bid last season, but amid that was the distraction of McClaren being courted by Newcastle.
As a result of that failure to win promotion, he will be even more determined to prove his detractors wrong, and Savage has provided further ammunition for his motivation.
Newcastle have bought well with Georginio Wijnaldum, Aleksandar Mitrovic and Chancel Mbemba, and it is possible they are not done there yet.
Nothing can surely be as bad as their woeful run under John Carver last year which saw them retain their status as a Premier League side only on the season's final day. Predicting a bottom half finish may be reasonable, but Savage's call for relegation could be stretching it.


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Dave chats with bereavement expert Molly Carlile and her new book the Death talker
Mollie believes that if we are willing to explore death, to think about our hopes and fears, to understand the 'stuff that matters' to us, we can make sure that the life we live is a conscious one, a life defined by our personal values, our individual priorities and our relationships with others. If we think about death and identify our personal priorities we can liberate ourselves from the generational fears we hold about dying.
The Death Talker offers a common sense approach to the issues we should all be thinking about so we can live and die well. The personal stories and practical information provide a sensitive guide for exploring the 'stuff that matters' to each of us and to help us have meaningful conversations with the people we love.


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I'm back from Rome! Narrow streets, glorious ruins, beautiful old buildings and tons of renaissance and baroque art...And here's a few picks that fit in with my new silky underwear.
Gorgeous pictures. The silky underwear is so pretty too.ReplyDelete
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Bien envie de connaître Rome!!!
Très jolies photos
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Beautifull picturs!ReplyDelete
Thanks& merci for nice comments! Rome was such a beautiful city, maybe I have something else too to publish later on:).
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Im such a happy camper today!!
My mom, sis and I went shopping with Reagan today.... We basically just went out to check out some new stores and I got lucky!! I got a new painting from Kirklands for over our fireplace/mantle, a new lantern from Pier 1, and a new phone!! Whoohoo!!
And Im in the best mood right now. So like ten minutes ago I was getting Reagan ready for bed and asked him for a kiss. He usually blows a kiss or just presses his open mouth again mine (haha).... but this time, the little cutie really did it. He puckered up and went in for a smooch. I about died! Nick was right there and saw it and immediately asked for one. Nothing beats a baby's kiss!


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So what are the rules for proper breathing? Human breathing during exercise is a classic so demanding that it increases physical activity while raising body DUKE PETERSON VISION temperature, increased heart rate and the heart works and all body systems.
Breath in a moment of physical activity accelerates. Remember a basic rule breathing while strengthening the body the contraction of the muscle workout, and against the resistance of the exhalation.
Example, if you lie on your back and strengthen direct abdominal muscle in the scar convince (see figure) at back to the starting position as you breathe breath, muscle and curtailed his involvement exhale.
In Classical Conditioning exercises using breathe through your nose and exhale through your mouth.
You can exhale emphasize. Another option possible way in enhancing breathing with heavier loads (egg with dumbbells), is cast in the starting position to have muscle enough oxygen for their work in motion and hold your breath at the end of the movement, at its completion, exhale deeply.
This form of breathing, however, really only used with high physical load Warning for all who have heart problems, high blood pressure, diabetes or other diseases of circulatory system - holding your breath in these cases is dangerous.
To realize breathing, lie on your back and watch your breath. Take a deep breath, exhale and hold your breath for a moment. Then breathe.


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Sunday, February 4, 2007
Here's some concept art I've been doing for Liz Toonkel's film, "Fashion Kills." It's live action, but definitely has a unique look and script going for it. I think shooting starts in april. You can check out more at www.liztoonkel.com
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text: Check out this interactive on The Consumer Decision Journey to get a glimpse of McKinsey's latest findings in Sales & Marketing. You can't read the entire article unless you're a premium subscriber, but the interactive gives you the gist. All of this should be pretty intuitive for most marketers working with consumer insights, but it's always nice to see it illustrated and backed up with data because it gives you the tools to better articulate what you're seeing. All that research and asking around you do before you make a purchase? Well here's a name for it. OK, so it's kinda lame and not worth the Prufrockian reference, but it is what it is!


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I am currently revamping the site: I have decided to continue our focus on digital pedagogy, but the site will be primarily (although not solely) written by undergraduate students. I will hire undergraduate bloggers to blog about their experiences in various university classrooms, and how their profs are using digital media and tools. I will […]Continue reading
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The response to my recent (OT) letter, as submitted by Thomas Lotito, only serves to illustrate the question, "Who is running Washington Township"? Rather than our elected officials, it appears to be a few "political operatives". Why is it that legitimate questions to elected officials are answered by an individual who has never run for office and does not represent anyone?
When we question the past conduct of our township committeemen, we deserve more than just a personal attack filled with untruths. Rehashing the details of an "ethics complaint" which was dismissed out of hand reflects a personal vendetta, not a recitation of facts. And while I would expect to see these falsehoods continue ad nauseam for weeks to come, they only serve as a smokescreen for people who don't want to explain their actions.
The questions I posed earlier remain unanswered. Why do some of our committeemen have two standards of conduct, one for themselves and one for everyone else? How do they justify this hypocrisy? And how can we trust the decisions of individuals whose political aspirations for themselves and their friends outweigh what is best for their community?
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Saturday, June 8, 2013
Tonight I went out and had some fun with friends at game night. I've been very busy with work and renovations at the house so it was nice to relax.
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Fitted Cap News: Thursday, May 24, 2018
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Seattle Mariners Alternate 2 Authentic On Field 59Fifty Fitted Cap by NEW ERA x MLB
Old meets in new in this Seattle Mariners Alternate 59Fifty fitted cap by New Era. Introduced in 2015 blends Mariners history into one really dope cap. The hat makes use of the Mariners current logo, but color blocks it in the team's old-school blue and yellow colors. Despite the MLB season having ended just a few months back, Fanatics has recently received a shipment of this cap along with other MLB fitteds. To secure your own for the upcoming year, head over to Fanatics now to cop.


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'Zion' is the newest installment for Hillsong's successful music career. The upbeat, almost dance-like music is amazing and I especially love the song 'Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)'. My favorite part of the song is in the Bridge:
Spirit lead me where my trust is without borders
Let me walk upon the waters
Wherever You would call me
Take me deeper than my feet could ever wander
And my faith will be made stronger
In the presence of my Saviour
The song is really about walking with God even through troubled waters. Although we may feel like we are sinking, we need to remember that our lifeguard walks on the water. Jesus is the only one who can save us when we are drowning. Meet Him in Zion, the safe sanctuary where we will be able to remain with Him forever.


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Following the misadventures, thoughts, lessons, and ridiculous situations of my last year of college...God help us.
Monday, June 23, 2008
I don't know why, but my personality, tastes, and tendencies have the habit of being...rather all or nothing, let's say. Obsessive compulsive? Not quite. Single minded to the point of distraction? Probably a better description.
I have always been this way. I am so easily impassioned, I will get completely immersed in an idea or a topic or a plan, and throw my entire being into it headfirst. There was one summer where my sister and I and our two neighbor girls decided to start a business: we were going to make paper clip jewelry. We knew that we would make millions, because, you know, everyone needs a little bit more junk in their house. Our plans dominated my thoughts and conversations for the next few days [I was nine -- a few days is an eternity when you are nine]. Pricing lists, expansion ideas, cost of supplies; I probably had an entire notebook covered in color pencil scribbles and notes. I seem to remember that we were going to lure in buyers with an innocent looking lemonade stand, and then thrust our ingenious little necklaces and bracelets on our unsuspecting buyers who, given my dazzling sales presentation, would beg for more.
Well, unfortunately my big break never materialized. My jewelry debut has yet to be seen, because I got bored with my little game and dropped it like a little league left fielder with ADD. I think that I replaced my paper clip obsession with an urgent need to know everything I could about Clara Barton and Florence Nightengale. In retrospect, I was a really weird kid.
I have yet to grow out of my hot and cold, on and off, obsessive tendencies, and once again it has begun to ebb its way into my mind. You see, I have a new addiction, a dangerous little disaster waiting to happen. I have met the mistress of my procrastination, and her name is Mah Jongg.
That's right, this seemingly harmless ancient Chinese tile game is taking over. It's one of those things where you sit down to play one game, and then three hours later you're like, "Wtf. I'm dumb." On one hand, it's really nice at the office -- believe it or not, Facebook can get old, so it's nice to have this backup. On the other hand, I'm letting calls go to voicemail, I can't remember what else Heath asked me to do, and my eyeballs feel as if they are going to fall out of my head for lack of blinking. If I'm completely honest with you, this post has taken a long time to write, because I impulsively and without thinking click to the other tab that is open on my browser...the Mah Jongg tab...
I'm getting really good, too. I can finish an entire game in less than six minutes which, depending on who you ask, may or may not be pathetic. [Okay, since I wrote that last sentence, I have played three games. This is out of control].
It's not like this little game is consuming my life or anything...unless there is a computer in front of me. And the good news is that I have learned from my paper clip past, and I know that this phase is going to pass. In a year or so, after a long hiatus, I'll stumble upon some form of Mah Jongg and I will regress back into my obsession for an hour, then shudder and shake it off. This isn't a big deal; it's just a new way to melt my brain while I should be productive.
You know, I'm really starting to think that I'm not created for a 9-5. Now if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go think about checking the voicemails while I squeeze a few more games in the last thirty minutes.
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- Nick said...
I like it. I should really begin to read you more often and can since I got wireless yesterday. Anyway, keep this up. It is very well done and extremely entertaining!!!
- June 24, 2008 at 8:37 PM
- Betsy said...
my mom had a mahjong phase as well, so apparently it's not THAT unusual ;D she had some pretty impressive times also, as I recall!!
- June 27, 2008 at 11:26 PM
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omg. carly you are such an amazing writer. i never even knew. and even whenn last night someone mentioned.. was it john... idk well someone mentioned it i didnt really take them seriously. i dont know if its because i was trying not to pass out from my sickness or if i just underestimated the comment. well however that went.. i really do think you are going to be extremely successful. <3
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Sunday, September 7, 2008
National Grandparents Day
Happy National Grandparents Day to all those wonderful people that make our life and our children's life so special... This one is for you Grandma :D
My paternal grandmother is Ella McCann, and she is my hero. Born in Banff, Scotland on the 31st of July, 1915, a middle child with no father (another blog another day), one of 10 children and as strong in character as she is tender of heart, her love for family knows no bounds. Grandma only has 5 grandchildren but we, each of us, love her and can only hope to emulate her. Giving in all ways, loving all and a never ending spirit of forgiveness are just a few of the ways to describe who my Grandmother is.
As tough as iron, Grandma made it through many hardships without ever giving up her amazingly positive outlook on life. Yet with that toughness, Grandma is also the gentlest woman I know. Family is everything to her and she would give you the shirt off her back if you needed it. Growing up going to Grandma's meant lots of hugs & kisses, hot scones off the griddle with butter and jam, her amazing Scottish shortbread and always time to play a game of chinese checkers. The candy bowls were always full of scotch mints or hard candies and her heart was, and still is, always full of love.
Grandma has survived all but one of her siblings, including their spouses, her husband and soulmate (she still celebrates their anniversary after nearly 30 years of his passing) and one child, my own daddy. Her heart broke with the loss of every single one of those family members and she thinks of each one of them all the time. Yet she continues to shine through each day with an unending sense of wonder at the abundance of joy in her life.
At 93 she is of sound mind in an unfortunately not very sound body anymore. However she did live in her own house alone until she was 91, quite an accomplishment and one she can be proud of. Overall a lovely woman that all who know love her.
And although I am often told I am like her in so many ways, I can only hope and strive to be 1/2 the person my Grandma is. Grandma... this day I dedicate to you, my hero! I love you.
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Brief Encounters...
Friday, 9 December 2016
Santa Claus is coming to Town...
Hundreds of Santas will be in London this Saturday for Santacon, a non-profit, non-religious and non-sensical Christmas street parade. This picture is from last year's event, when the Santas had just arrived in Trafalgar Square, a little the worse for wear!
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Night 5 of my Ground Meat Marathon!
This is getting kind of thrilling, isn't it? I can just hear you now....What will she do next? Is it something I've never heard of? What would I do, if I were blessed with over a hundred pounds of ground meat? Oh, it's too exciting to think about!
No? Huh. I was so sure.
Last night I made tostados. Mexican food is just such a natural for ground elk meat, you know? Early in the day, I threw a couple handfuls of pinto beans in my trusty sidekick, The Crock-Pot. God bless whoever invented it. I do not soak beans if I'm going to do it this way. I just let them take care of themselves. I promise, you'll never notice. added some crushed red pepper, a little black pepper and a smidgeon of minced onion and that's it. I started them around 10:00 a.m., and by 5:30 they were perfect for re-frying. Usually, I put them in a non-stick skillet and just mash them with the back of wooden spoon. I was feeling very wild and adventurous yesterday, so I used my stick-blender. Good heavens! It was amazing! Zip! Done! But I did leave a little too much of the bean "juice" in them and they were slightly runny. So I put them in the skillet anyway and cooked them down until they were perfect.
Guacamole. Once again, my handy-dandy stick blender mashed 3 avocados with a few tablespoons of salsa verde (commercially prepared), a pinch of salt and a splash of lemon juice. That stick blender is a wonderful invention. (It makes the custard part of making French Toast so easy, and the filling for pecan pie? Awesome.)
Any who. Back to business. I use the same ingredients for tostada meat as I do for tacos. A chipotle pepper, a can of diced tomatoes with green chilis, a pinch of cumin, salt, and pepper all added to the well-browned meat. Heat until the tomatoes mostly disappear, the chipotle is well distributed and everything smells just right. If you are using beef, I imagine you would want to drain it first. I hear there's fat in beef? I wouldn't know about such things. Since the first time my sweet hubs brought home an elk, I've never bought a package of ground beef. I did once buy a box of frozen beef patties for a barbecue at which some of the guests (Mom!!!) wouldn't eat unless it was domestic meat. Silly people. I bet my cholesterol levels are better than their cholesterol levels.
For the shells, I just bake store-bought corn tortillas in the oven until they are crunchy. If I'm feeling a little crazy, I drizzle them with chili oil first. I have made homemade corn tortillas, but most days I simply don't have time.
Get some shredded cheese, sour cream and salsa, and set out everything so everyone can build their own tostada. So easy.
Ground Meat Marathon
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Monday, December 27, 2010
Lucky Larry
I got the 2 borders sewn on the"Snowbound" quilt. The backing is chosen and pieced. All I need to do is sandwich it and I'll be ready to go tomorrow. If I'm not too tired after the ball game, I may do that tonight while I watch a movie.
Our High School is hosting a Holiday Classic Basketball Tournament beginning today. The girl's played at 7 p.m. They won. The boy's played at 8:30. They also won--by a land slide. The last time they played this team, Ismael scored 24 points and had I don't know how many assists. So this time they guarded him so well he couldn't do much. By the end of the 1st quarter the B team was in and by the end of the game the C team was in. So I left at the beginning of the 4th quarter.
They play again tomorrow night at 8:30. I hope Larry will feel well enough to go with me. So until next time . . .
Happy snipping, stitching, and quilting.
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Oh poor Larry! I keep telling Jim he's reached the age that he needs to have one done as well, but all I get is glares out of him. LOL Have fun and don't freeze to death!ReplyDelete
Thanks for sharing...my sweetie had one last year and he said the pre scope treatment was worse than the deed.ReplyDelete
I just found your blog...I'm now follower...I also love the quilt on you header! Big time!
The quilt looks great Vivian. I am so glad you will have it done before winter is over. I am pretty sure that that counts! I am off to work, I hope you are warm. LisaReplyDelete
Found my way here from Karen's Quilting and will be bookmarking it as one of my daily blog reads. Absolutely love your header picture and the quilt. I love black & white quilts with a little color accent.ReplyDelete
Your snowbound quilt is bee-you-tee-full! Is sooo makes me want to make one of my own.ReplyDelete
Love your Snowbound!!! I'm just pulling together the last of my fabrics for it... I'm not THAT far behind... LOL. Looking at yours give me great hope that I will have a Snowbound for next winter!!ReplyDelete
Good for Larry... He's doing an important thing to protect his health.


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Thursday, March 31, 2011
The ABC's of Brown Eyed Girl Jenn :)
BTW - do you know one of my favorite things about her blog??? The name...because I L-O-V-E peanut butter & jelly. I believe that I ate one for lunch everyday during my school days. To this day, if I have nothing in my cabinets but peanut butter, bread & jelly...I am one happy girl. Of course, Dylan is not a sandwich kind of kid...so he requires more than PB&J...loser! Just kidding...although if the kid would eat a sandwich not purchased at Subway, that would make me happy.
Anyrandomkidrant...Miss PBJ Dreamer also wanted me to point out that she's not funny all the time...which is true. Some of her posts are very serious and poignant. But they are still good...and definitely worth a read.
How's that for a shout out??? ;)
OK...so, without further delay...here are MY ABC's of me!
A. Age: 34...I'll be 35 in June. I know how old I am...but sometimes it's hard to believe I'm almost 35.
Especially, when I'm sitting on my couch watching Spongebob, Scooby Doo or Ned's Declassified.
By myself...
B. Bed size: Full size. I *heart* my bed...it has real box springs...not just a plywood box. I love it.
C. Chore you dislike: Dusting...it's so pointless. You get rid of the dust for about 5 minutes...and then it comes back.
Of course, I hate seeing dusty furniture too...
Although right now, if you saw my house, you'd highly doubt that.
D. Dogs: I love basset hounds & beagles. We had a basset hound for several years who had to be put to sleep last spring. She was such a sweetheart. Then my parents got another basset a couple of months ago. I didn't think it was possible to find a dog sweeter than Rosie, but then my parents found Cookie. And she's doubly sweet.
Although, I think I actually found her for them!
Go me! :)
E. Essential start to your day: Coffee, of course. Followed by lots of water. I must caf up...then hydrate! :)
BTW - did you know there's a Brown Eyed Girl Coffee on the internet??? I'm going to have to order some coffee from there...just once!
F. Favorite color: My favorite color is blue. I love blue...and at one point had so much blue in my wardrobe that I had to force myself to look at other colors of clothing. Now, very little of that blue clothing fits anymore...
Although, I do have to admit, I'm a fan of any bright, rainbow-y color!
G. Gold or silver: I mostly wear silver these days.
H. Height: 5'4"
I. Instruments you play(ed): recorder...I mean, didn't everyone have to learn recorder at one point in their life?
I also learned (very badly) to play the guitar.
And for a short time in my life, I took piano lessons...but I didn't have time or the $ to keep that up.
Nor did I actually own a piano...made practice tough.
J. Job title: Office Manager
Also known as, Chief Coffee Maker...
And the one who has to do all the "grunt" work...
And has even had to do babysitting as part of my job...
And some other "personal assistant" things - like booking my boss' personal trip to see a baseball game or buy his wife a birthday gift.
Who am I to complain? His name appears at the bottom of my virtual check each week.
Virtual because I have direct deposit, of course...not because it's non-existent. I don't complain about my wages...I'm probably overpaid anyway! ;)
K. Kids: Dylan - age 14
He's alright...I'm not trading him in anytime soon...
L. Live: In a very small town outside of Winston-Salem, NC...Winston-Salem being the home of the Wake Forest Demon Deacons...which I have never quite understood, seeing as the school began as a religiously owned school.
My town is so small, there is no main street...it was just incorporated a few years ago...and they are building a town hall...which I've heard will double as a recreation center.
It's fab! :)
M. Mom's name: Brenda
Although I mostly know her as "Mom"
Sometimes you will see her comment on my blog as "Mom"...but my favorite is "Your Mom"
N. Nicknames: Jenny, Jenny B, Jay
Those are all previous nicknames...
None of which I like anymore...
Just call me Jenn.
For real - don't add the Y
or the Y & the B
O. Overseas travel: none, yet. Although Dylan & I have decided we are going somewhere in Europe when he graduates high school.
P. People you admire: Our Pastor's wife Rhonda - she is simply amazing. She was diagnosed almost 8 years ago with breast cancer...she beat it, only to find out about 6 months later that a tumor had formed in her brain. However, she completely gave it over to God and not only did He bring her through the surgery, He brought her through AMAZINGLY. As in, most people who have brain surgery such as what she had spend at least one day in ICU...she went straight from recovery to a regular room. The doctors & nurses were amazed. I was amazed to see her at church only a few days later.
She has endured I don't know how many rounds of chemo and total brain radiation. And she does have some long term effects. But the best news of all is that as of today, she is cancer free. And has been cancer free for several years.
She is amazing!
Q. Quote from a movie: I'm so bad at these...I don't even know which one I'd quote here!
You'd think with all of the movies I watch, I'd be able to pull out just one.
But I can't.
R. Righty or lefty: I'm a lefty! :)
S. Siblings: One - Missy. She's 3 1/2 years younger.
T. Time you wake up: 6ish during the week...but I don't actually move until after 6:15...or closer to 6:30. *See "B" regarding my bed! :)
U. Underwear: yeah right...like I'm talking about my underwear here...
V. Vegetables you don't like: I don't think there are too many vegetables I don't like. I'm not a huge fan of squash. I definitely don't like "greens". And sometimes, I like a veggie prepared one way, but not another. i.e. cabbage - I love it raw...hate it cooked.
W. What makes you run late: see "T" and then "B"...
And I blame ironing often...because I only iron as I need to...because I always think that if I iron in advance, my clothes will just get wrinkly in my closet...and I will have to iron them again anyway.
Of course, I've never tried "pre" ironing to test my theory.
Hmm...a thought...
X. X-rays you've had: Teeth & both arms...and possibly my ankle
Only one broken bone - my right arm
Y. Yummy food you make: chicken pie, green beans, pound cake, box brownies...these are my favorites
Z. Zoo animal favorites: I love the polar bears...although I have to wonder how they survive the NC summers when sometimes I don't think I will survive the NC summers...and I am more prone to warmer climates than polar bears.
And yes, they do live outside. Supposedly their water tank is kept very cold, so they can go swimming and they have a refrigerated area that they can escape to when it's hot. But you can't see them in their "cold" area.
I also like the seals.
NC has one of the best zoo's in Asheboro. I love it because all of the exhibits are (loosely) based on the animal's natural habitat. So the elephants and gazelles have large areas of land to roam.
Of course, this makes it sometimes difficult to see the animals.
And with everything so spread out, you do A LOT of walking when you go to the zoo. Like miles of walking.
I hope you've enjoyed my ABC's! :) Have a great Thursday!
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- Katie said...
We could call you J-Dub like the Pioneer Woman!! :)
Yeah, my bed is definitely what makes me run late in the morning. Haha. It's just to warm and cozy!!
- March 31, 2011 at 10:17 AM
- Marianne said...
Fun! I might steal this from you, if you don't mind ;).
Is waking up not the worst part of the day? My bed is soo cozy, it's a struggle to get up every time. Even if I've slept 13 hrs haha
- March 31, 2011 at 10:54 AM
- heidi said...
I think Polar Bears in NC is weird, too. That's like seeing giraffes or hippos at a zoo here in Montana.
- March 31, 2011 at 11:02 AM
- PBJdreamer said...
awe Jenn!!
Thanks for the shout out!
Anything you find on my blog that you want to use or copy--
I probably got it from someone else anyway HA
Love your ABC's
Europe for graduation? Fabulous!
I recommend Rick Steve's Guides
He has great insider info to make any trip to Europe 10X better
that is all
- March 31, 2011 at 11:48 AM
I love you, Jenn! I really enjoyed your ABC's! Now there are a couple that I am kind of surprised about ... Quote ... I can not believe as much as we watched Anne of Green Gables and then there was that time at the movies when you decided to quote exactly what Captain Kirk said, bad words and all!
And I like that you like for me to sign your comments as "Your Mom"!
- March 31, 2011 at 1:29 PM
- Rachel said...
I love this list!! Can I still the idea? My favorite color is blue too!! :)
I remember playing the recorder in elementary school. It helped because in junior high I played the clarinet and some of the notes are similar.
I also hate dusting.
Have a great day!
- March 31, 2011 at 2:28 PM


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Cerrone – Hooked On You (Kon Remix): Gilles Peterson held his last show on BBC One. I really like his diverse tastes in music and will miss his show. This is my favorite song on the playlist and it is certainly a jam.
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This guy is the man: he dresses up as Batman and gives away Batman paraphernalia to kids with cancer at hospitals. Also, his BatMobile is also a black Lamborghini.
Don't forget to look at the Moon, Jupiter and Venus tonight.
Suspended train art above The High Line is awesome
Just read Empires of the Sea by Roger Crowley. The book is about sea battles in the Mediterranean in the 16th century. Crowley writes in extremely clear and entertaining prose. The book is simply great. The politics and economics of the Mediterranean world in this time period kind of echoes the world today. There is the European powers encompassed by the Venetians, Spanish and papal powers. These powers were always struggling with each other and also the newly formed Protestant threat via Martin Luther. The other side is a much more consolidated Ottoman Empire. The book explains three major battles that took place in the Mediterranean: Rhodes, Malta and Cyprus. The main thing I thought about while reading this book is how shitty it was to be on a galley. The galleys were manned by slaves who were shackled to benches. It was basically a death sentence; you were going to die of scurvy, typhoid or drown, all while laboriously rowing a galley to a beat of a drum.
Mad Men tonight and Game of Thrones begins next Sunday!
60 Minutes on Face Blindness: I had no idea that Chuck Close suffers from face blindness, he is my favorite realism artist.
Experiences of an astronaut that just served 5.5 months on the ISS -Reddit
Camera developed that can see around corners -Nature
Denver airport conspiracy, the Denver airport is bizarre, good thing there is a good conspiracy theory to go along with it.
Psychopathy Checklist
- Glibness and superficial charm
Lack of empathy
Consistent decisions in their self interest, even where it is ethically questionable
Chronic, sometimes transparent lies, even with regard to minor things
Lack of remorse
Failure to take responsibility for their actions, and instead blaming others
Shallow emotions
Ignoring responsibilities
Persistent focus on gratifying their own needs at the expense of others
Conning and manipulative behavior
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Monday, February 22, 2010
Here is a new personal piece that I am working up for portfolio. Enjoy everyone. At the moment I am, hopefully, going to get hired as a concept artist. Wish me luck everyone. I will still try to keep this blog updated with new pieces of work. Hands are a bit big, I know. I'll correct them one I get more into the painting. Later ladies and gents. XD
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Monday, February 01, 2010
Here is another image for that Tarot thing that I am working on. This is the queen of pentacles. I should be done within the next couple of days. I've been having loads of fun painting. I hope to keep on this little streak that I am going on. Been inspired to paint all of a sudden again.
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Okay, onto happier things. Since I was a busy, busy lady, I didn't get anything done for school. This is causing me some major axiety as I feel the summer is slipping away and I am NOT ready!
For my Monday Made It, all I can offer are some non-school related items! I made 2 diaper cakes to match the shower themes. Check 'em out.


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Energy holding company, SCANA Corp. (SCG - Free Report) reported strong second-quarter results, driven by improved electric margins from customer growth and rate increases, partially offset by higher expenses.
Earnings per share came in at 60 cents, surpassing both the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 53 cents and the year-ago quarterly number of 54 cents. The company's total operating revenue increased 11.9% year over year to $1,016.0 million and comfortably beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $911.0 million.
Segment Performance
South Carolina Electric & Gas Company (SCE&G): Earnings from this segment, which is also SCANA's principal subsidiary, were 63 cents per share, up from the year-ago level of 59 cents per share. The increase was attributable to higher margins from base rate increases, along with customer addition. These margin increases were partially offset by increases in operating and maintenance expenses.
As of Jun 30, 2013, natural gas and electric customers of SCE&G increased 2.0% and 0.8% from the year-ago period to 325,000 and 675,000, respectively.
PSNC Energy: This segment reported a break-even like the year-ago period. As of Jun 30, 2013, PSNC Energy's customer base increased 2.0% year over year to 495,000.
SCANA Energy-Georgia: The segment – housing SCANA's retail natural gas marketing business in Georgia – digested a loss of 2 cents per share, flat year over year.
Corporate and Other, Net: This business segment posted loss of a penny versus a 2 cent loss per share in the year-ago period.
SCANA reaffirmed its full-year 2013 earnings guidance range of $3.25–$3.45 per share.
We expect SCANA to benefit from the new electric generation plants within its service territory and nuclear expansion projects going forward. The company is a stable, relatively strong and regulated integrated electric utility, supported by favorable regional demographics and electric utility rate. On the flip side, we are apprehensive of the company's sensitivity to changes in coal, gas, oil and other commodity prices. Construction costs and delays could affect the timing of rate base growth, earnings, cash flow and balance sheet quality.
SCANA currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), implying that it is expected to perform in line with the broader U.S. equity market over the next one to three months.
Meanwhile, one can look at electric utilities like Huaneng Power International, Inc. (HNP - Free Report) , Integrys Energy Group, Inc. , and UNS Energy Corporation as attractive investments. All these firms sport a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).
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