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By the beginning of the 19th Century, Mademoiselle Marie-Anne Adelaide Lenormand had become the premier prophetess of Paris. Known as the Sybil on Rue de Tournon, she welcomed rich and poor into her salon/bookstore for more than fifty years. She predicted King Louis XVI's violent death, as well as Napoleon's eventual defeat in a wintry foreign land. Her specialty was reading 36 small-sized playing cards (a deck known as petit jeu) upon which she had scribbled drawings. It is said that there never was one, definitive Lenormand deck created by Mademoiselle. Rather, observers noted that the images on the cards changed often. What stayed the same was the accuracy of her readings and the fame which it brought her.
After her death in 1843, there was no shortage of people trying to figure out how to capitalize on her name. A German deck of 36 small-sized playing cards with illustrations on them, known as The Game of Hope, began to be marketed as Petit Lenormand. Soon there were Lenormand decks around the world, each with its own imagery and system of interpretation, all claiming to carry on Mademoiselle Lenormand's successful legacy.
With the current revival of interest in oracle/divination decks, Lenormand decks have once again gained popular success and begun to spawn variations of themselves with increasing speed. Tarot afficionados in particular seem to be feel the need to explore Lenormand, even though Lenormand is traditionally read with literal interpretations based on the card image and its placement in a spread. (Tarot is best used as a guide for intuitive musings.)
Creators of modern Lenormand decks are finding ways to add layers of symbolism to each card within the limitations which traditional Lenormand demands. The smaller size of the cards is a challenge for illustrators, but many readers find them easier to work with, especially for large spreads. The latest craze is to find interesting ways to use both tarot and Lenormand in the same reading.
Most of us found that once we opened a Lenormand deck, just to see what all the fuss was about, there was no turning back. There is something undeniably dynamic about the system. Opening a well executed Lenormand deck can fill the room with scenes of Victorian parlors and mysterious women reading tea leaves and coffee grounds — perhaps with the spirit of Mademoiselle herself.
I've become a fan. Let me introduce you to some of my favorite Lenormand books and decks.
The Complete Lenormand
Oracle Handbook
Reading the Language and
Symbols of the Cards
Caitlin Matthews
Destiny Books
Matthews confidently walks readers through the intricacies of reading the less complex illustrations and fixed meanings of the Petit Lenormand. Chapter Two provides detailed information for interpreting each card, including key combinations with other cards, as well as the ways in which Lenormand symbolism differs from tarot symbolism. Each subsequent chapter adds another layer of nuance. By the end of the book, readers will be thoroughly schooled in the advanced subtleties of this complex divination system. Throughout, Matthews encourages readers to develop their own techniques and to make the cards their own.
Lenormand Cartomancy
Christopher Butler
Schiffer Publishing
Butler begins the companion book for this deck and book set by acknowledging that the deck was spuriously attributed to Mlle. Lenormand after her death. but suggesting that she was first and foremost a masterful showwoman who would relish the fact that it has so successfully continued to enhance her fame. In updating the Petit Lenormand images, Butler does not believe that he is passing on the secrets of one of the greatest fortune tellers in history. Instead he intends to pay homage to her memory and her legend — and this he does brilliantly. The cards are modern, edgy, and visually stimulating.
Fairy Tale Lenormand
Art by Lisa Hunt
Written by Arwen Lynch
U.S.Games Systems, Inc.
To ask Lisa Hunt to illustrate a traditional Lenormand deck was really throwing down the gauntlet. But she rose to the challenge and created a deck which is straightforward enough to satisfy the most demanding traditional cartomancer, but also contains the tiny embedded symbolism her loyal fans look forward to. Those who choose to look closely, will find that the lady in Clover seems to have a blissful secret the rest of us cannot see. We expect the face emerging from the trunk in Tree but what about those roots reaching out like octopus arms to grasp the ground. Arwen Lynch does a superb job of linking an appropriate fairy tale to each card and explaining how the archetypes in the tale lend themselves to the Lenormand symbolism. This is a lyrical and captivating addition to the Lenormand library.
Fairy Lenormand Oracle Cards
Created by Markus Katz
and Tali Goodwin
Artwork by Davide Corsi
Lo Scarabeo
The Lenormand phenomenon moves to a new level as the 36 cartomantic images enter the realm of enchantment. The Fae Folk add their own special magic to the cards and Davide Corsi's lush illustrations capture that special energy as the fairies combine with woodlands, wildlife, flowers, ritual tools, ornate vessels, and secret cottages. Exquisite creatures appear in carefully detailed, exotic environments as each traditional card image is brought to life in a new and dynamic way. The companion guidebook provides traditional meanings for each image plus tips and hints for reading with the cards. If you read intuitively, you'll find that the images are powerful triggers for a flood of astral information. This deck, which is as much about the fairy world as it is about Lenormand, is a treat for the eyes (be it two or three) no matter how you use it.
Maybe Lenormand
Ryan Edward
U.S. Games Systems, Inc.
Edward honors traditional Lenormand with highly creative, updated versions of the original 36 cards, then adds 16 additional cards in order to end up with a standard 52-card deck. The result meets the needs of those who do readings with standard playing cards and those who are wedded to the Lenormand images. Readers can work traditionally by using just the first 36 cards. Novices can do the same to get a sense of how Lenormand readings work. The more adventurous can throw caution to the wind and use the whole deck with its eclectic add-ons to see what the fates will say. The 72-page, full-color companion book in this beautifully-designed box set contains instructions for reading Lenormand, and for using Lenormand's classic Grand Tableau spread. Altogether it's a wonderful gift for those who read, or want to read, Lenormand — or for those who want an interesting, artsy deck to play solitaire with.
Egyptian Lenormand
Wisdom from an Ancient Empire
Created by Nefer Khepri
Schiffer Publishing
Channeled from ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses, this 41-card deck combines wisdom from the ancient world with the popular Lenormand system of cartomancy. Created by artist, mystic, and Reiki master Khepri, the illustrations are highly animated. If you hold them for awhile you will begin to sense a slight buzzing surrounding them. The energy which Khepri has instilled in them can be activated for healing or for ritual/manifestation work. The 176-page companion book contains full-color illustrations of each card along with in-depth interpretations of its meaning and uses in healing and magical workings.
Pixie's Astounding Lenormand
Created by Edmund Zebrowski
U.S. Games Systems Inc.
Comprised of illustrations from the Rider-Waite tarot and The Green Sheaf, this 36-card petit Lenormand pays homage to Pamela Colman Smith. Fundamentally a series of collages pieced together from Smith's artwork, they add layers of meaning to the simple Lenormand images. For those who are familiar with Smith's work, each card is a little mystery to be solved and built upon. Fun, thought-provoking, and already a sensation on the web, this small deck is a treat for beginners and seasoned diviners alike.
Easy Lenormand
Quick Answers to Everyday Questions
Marcus Katz & Tali Goodwin
Llewellyn Publications
These oracle-deck afficionados take us on a tour of the classic Lenormand deck with spectacular results. Using the traditional 36 cards, they start at the beginning and show novices and experienced diviners alike how it's done.This is a fun and comfortable way for everyone to get acquainted with this historic deck. The 150-page companion book spells it all out, clearly and specifically. Best for people who don't already have a relationship with the cards, readers can start at the beginning and work their way up to professional, gypsy-style parlor fortune telling. Fun for everyone, if you're not afraid of the truth!?
Dreaming Way Lenormand
Artwork by Kwon Shina
Written by Lynn Araujo
US Games Systems, Inc.
Kwon Shina has added a new dimension to the very popular Lenormand divination system. I loved her Dreaming Way Tarot deck. She's delivered once again with this quirky, lyrical interpretation of the 36 Lenormand cards, advancing their power as an oracle. The accompanying 96-page booklet adds insight for those who are still new to Lenormand interpretation. Seasoned intuitives will most likely just open the box and let these powerful new illustrations take them to new heights.
Gilded Reverie Lenormand
Ciro Marchetti
U.S. Games Systems Inc.
Ciro Marchetti has wedded the Petit Lenormand images with Madame Lenormand's fluid approach to cartomancy and reverently created this superb divination deck. The images are stunning — reminiscent of elaborately illustrated children's books. The evocative imagery produces nearly tangible sensations as one looks through the deck, pondering the layers of symbolism contained within it. The 48-page companion booklet offers Marchetti's expressive, personal insight into the meaning of each card. A beautiful deck, beautifully packaged.
Under the Roses Lenormand
Kendra Hurteau
Katrina Hill
US Games Systems, Inc.
Visually, this 39-card version of the Petit Lenormand echoes old-fashioned illustration and border design, but the use of soft color with vibrant highlights adds a distinctly modern-day edge. The energy emanating from each of the pictures is palpable and dynamic.The 56-page companion booklet contains brief introductions to Sub Rosa and the Petit Lenormand, keyword interpretations of each card, sample spreads, and advanced techniques for working with the cards. There are esoteric layers to each of these cards. Once novices have built up confidence doing card readings, they will move to the inner realms to communicate directly with the cards and — perhaps — with the Madame herself.
Pagan Lenormand Oracle Cards
Gina M. Pace
Artwork by Franco Rivolli
Lo Scarabeo
This innovative deck combines the ritual, nature-based spirituality, and inclusiveness of paganism with the traditional imagery of a Lenormand deck. That imagery has been updated without sacrificing the long-standing symbolism of Lenormand. Readers will find potato chips, koi, and a Book of Shadows. My favorite card is 29-Garden with its magenta labyrinth. This deck is a terrific tool for learning about paganism and experiencing Lenormand cartomancy.
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|July 29, 2010, 12:19 PM
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Tennessee, the problem with the Huges amendment, really isn't one of full auto acceptance. It is one of Tax Law. By closing the NFA registry, the Congress has essentially rendered its own revenue making ability, moot.
There are several theories "floating" around on that issue. But before I would broach such, I would want enough other gun cases to be in my favor, so as to dull any full auto scare... Hence getting rid of the remaining AWB's.
But yes, a legislative remedy would be much better than a court mandate. Such a remedy would still be better (and easier) with a lot of case law behind the rights of individuals. That and time. Time to show that the worst (or even all the dire) predictions of the anti-gun crowd haven't materialized.
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Al, I like the revenue angle! Uncle Sugar likes to get money but if I were doing it I would find some bill the Dems (or whomever) REALLY want to pass. Like Financial Regulation and quietly slip in a repeal or whatever of Hughes. Like carry in National Park, the method of passing which I found totally delicious, just use the same method Hughes came about and hoist it on it's own petard?
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I could be mistaken (I'm not nearly as well read as some of the other members here), but wasn't the government's argument, which SCOTUS agreed with, in Miller that the NFA was not an outright ban but rather a tax? If so, couldn't the Hughes Amendment be more easily interpreted as an outright ban? Also, given the current court's apparent distaste for purely discretional law (remember, both D.C. and Chicago had registration in place, they just refused to register any handguns), does anyone else think that the CLEO signoff requirement of the NFA might be in danger?
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|July 29, 2010, 06:54 PM
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SAF just today brought suit against the state of Maryland to loosen up the terribly restricted "may issue" condition that prevails. It's easier to get a carry permit in NY than in MD.
Here's a link:
|July 29, 2010, 07:48 PM
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Thanks bob.a! I've updated the OP with the information.
|July 31, 2010, 04:21 PM
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Two other cases you might want to list:
Montana Shooting Sports Association v Holder is sponsored by the SAF to challenge federal regulation of guns made and kept in Montana.
Case info: http://firearmsfreedomact.com/montana-lawsuit-timeline/
Background: http://firearmsfreedomact.com/
Wisconsin Carry v Milwaukee to challenge Gun Free School Zones. This case is interesting because Wisconsin is a No-Issue state for CCW, so unlicensed open carry is their only possible method of carry, but to do so is impractical due to GFSZs.
Case info: http://www.wisconsincarry.org/default.html# click "March 12"
|August 1, 2010, 12:24 AM
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Updated the OP by listing all attorneys for each case.
2009_gunner, The various States Firearms Freedom Acts, are not really 2A cases. They are legislation challenging the current broad definition of the Commerce Clause. The Montana case is one such law that is being litigated in federal court.
The Wisconsin case, is a 2A case. When I have a few more details, I will add it to the list. Thank you for bringing this to my attention.
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This thread looks like a good candidate for a sticky.
|August 9, 2010, 11:18 PM
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I've added the case, Berson v. Milwaukee and I've "stickied" the thread.
|August 10, 2010, 12:00 AM
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This morning, the Pena case was re-stayed. The ruling is here.
To recap, then: Pena was on hold for the en-banc Nordyke decision, which was on hold for McDonald. McDonald came in. Nordyke was remanded back to the original panel. So the judge in Pena is reconfirming the stay.
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Now it can.
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NJ Gun Rationing
It looks like there's a suit in New Jersey against one gun a month, but the I can't find a live link to the actual complaint.
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Alan Gura, ISRA and SAF filed Ezell v. Chicago today. The suit seeks a preliminary injunction against the Chicago gun range ban and asserts Second and First Amendment claims to run a gun range.
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(Bart just beat me to it!!!) Just finished composing drafts for this, I'll insert the data right after this.
Today, the SAF has filed another lawsuit against Chicago (Alan Gura and David Sigale of McDonald). Challenges the new rules banning gun ranges in the city as violating 1st, 2nd and 14th amendments. Joined in the Lawsuit are Rhonda Ezell, Joseph Brown, William Hespen, Action Target, Inc., Second Amendment Foundation and Illinios State Rifle Association. Alan has sued for a preliminary Injunction against the City enforcing the disputed codes.
The press release is here and the case filings are here.
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Mishaga v. Monken
Illinois requires anyone who possesses a firearm or ammunition to have an FOID (Firearm Owners ID) card. Possession without an FOID is a class 3 felony. The catch here is that you must have an IL drivers license or IL ID card in order to acquire an IL FOID.
Ms. Mishaga is a resident of Ohio who visits friends in IL several times a year. Ms. Mishaga applied for an FOID on March 27, 2010 and again on May 17, 2010. Both times she was denied because she did not have (and cannot legally have) an IL DL or ID card.
Ms. Mishaga is suing to have the IL statutes on FOID overturned as they act as a functional firearms ban, thereby depriving nonresidents their 2A rights, Right to Travel and equal protection. Read more here.
|September 8, 2010, 07:40 PM
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The NRA has announced the filing of a lawsuit to overturn those sections of 18 U.S.C. § 921 and § 922 (and related CFR's) that prohibit an adult aged 18 to 20 years old from, buying handguns or handgun ammunition from licensed dealers (FFL's).
See the NRA-ILA announcement here.
Finally! It looks to me as if the NRA has rallied around to the attack plan that Alan Gura is using. Remember? this is the 5th Circuit, the first Circuit to proclaim that the 2A is an individual right... And this is Texas. Good plaintiff, good venue.
You can read the complaint here. It is only eight pages and is put together rather well.
|September 10, 2010, 02:09 PM
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There will be a new round of Oral Arguments for the Nordyke case. This is scheduled for October 19, 2010 at 1:30 PM at the James M. Browning Courthouse in San Francisco.
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Back to the revenue angle re: the Hughes Amendment. It's not insignificant. It could generate funds in the low billions over a decade.
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There were a couple of things that happened yesterday.
First, for all intents and purposes, the Nevada case, Baker v. Drozdoff (formerly Baker v. Biaggi), has been settled.
In a joint motion to the Court, all parties to the action have requested a preliminary injunction, enjoining all Nevada State operators from enforcing any of the contested administrative rules and regulations. This, while the Nevada Legislature starts a formal proceeding to change the rules (they have 60 days to start the process). The language is to be amended to remove the infringement of 2A rights.
Congratulations should definitely go to attorney Jim Manley of the Mountain States Legal Foundation and to the Nevada Attorney General's Office for forging an agreement that preserves our rights. You will notice, if you go back to the opening post, the entry is now green (for the win). Would that the other cases go so smoothly!
In the OOIDA v. Lindley case (AB962 - handgun ammo law), the State has filed a motion to dismiss (naturally). The motion appears on its face as a boilerplate memorandum that states no one has standing to sue; no one has suffered a harm; The court doesn't have jurisdiction and in the end, the 11th amendment bars the plaintiffs from suing the State in Federal Court. You can read it here. A hearing is set for 11-18-2010.
The motion even mentions that this case should be stayed until Parker v. California (a State court issue) has been heard.
According to No Lawyers - Only Guns and Money, there are several things happening next week, beginning on Monday.
|September 19, 2010, 01:12 PM
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After completely reading the MTD in the OOIDA case, I should have made note that CA is asking the court to stay the case, if it won't dismiss the case.
The reasoning? Because Parker v. CA is further along and if that State case is settled, it will affect OOIDA. They included the Parker complaint as an exhibit in their MTD. That was RECAPped and is now viewable. I have edited the OP to give a link to the Parker complaint.
|September 20, 2010, 08:58 PM
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There's some movement in the Woollard v. Sheridan case (MD). I've linked in the docket, where you can "see" what's going on, in the OP.
Today, on the last day to file a response, Maryland has filed a MTD. They claim that the SAF has no standing (we knew this was coming ) and that Woollard didn't exhaust all States avenues of redress before filing in federal court.
|September 21, 2010, 09:07 PM
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A Motion for Partial Summary Judgment, Peruta v. County of San Diego (see the OP of the Current 2A cases - Click on the Peruta link to get to the docket and scroll down to the Memo and Points of Authorities) has been filed.
Without going into detail of this motion, I wanted to highlight a specific passage:
After stating this, most of the suits go immediately to strict scrutiny in their arguments, as does this one.
I could go back, quote and highlight each and every like passage in most all of the 22 complaints. They are there. The major theme: The laws are so invasive as to fail any level of judicial scrutiny, therefore, the court need not decide what level at this time. But if the court should feel the need to decide, then strict scrutiny because ...
I first noticed this in Alan Gura's earlier case writings. This strategy has been "picked up" by the other attorneys involved in these suits. Yes, they are all communicating and cooperating with each other.
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This thread is a great resource for all the current 2A cases underway. I am unaware of a more comprehensive log anywhere on the net. Thanks, Al
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What maestro pistolero said. Thanks for staying on top of all of this Al.
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THIS shocking footage shows how FOUR drivers were forced to swerve to avoid death in head-on collisions when two lorry drivers battled it out during a jaw-dropping overtaking.
Motorist Rudi Viljoen captured the heartstopping incident on his car-cam when the trucker on the right tries to overtake a fellow trucker despite it being a busy single lane road.
As the lorry on the right painstakingly tries to inch ahead of the lorry on the left, it appears the inside lorry increases his speed to prevent the lorry on the right from overtaking.
With both giant trucks straddling both lanes of the busy N1 near Laingsburg, South Africa, and refusing to give way, oncoming motorists are faced with a horrific scenario.
As the footage shows their only option is to swerve onto the desert hard shoulder sending up clouds of dust to avoid certain death by slamming into the duelling HGV's head-on.
Four cars are shown on the video forced off the road as neither trucker appeared to want to give ground – but before filming began another SIX cars had to take the same action.
The footage also shows the lorry overtaking illegally on a solid white line and when he eventually pulls in to safety, it is in the nick of time as another HGV is bearing down on him.
Motorist Rudi Viljoen, 38, of Langebaan, Western Province, said: "I only got half of this on camera and in all the overtaking took about 3 minutes with 10 cars having to swerve.
"They were flashing their lights and sounding their horns but the driver on the right in the Sugar Fields Logistics lorry refused to give up the overtaking and carried on driving.
"I have spoken to the owner of the company and told him his driver should be fired because for me this was attempted murder and that it pulled in just before another lorry hit it.
"I drive this road all the time and this is a scenario that happens not rarely but every hour – it is horrendous and these drivers need to be brought under control or sent to jail.
"This all happened at about 90km per hour and it was the longest three minutes of my life.
"I think the driver pulled out of the slipstream thinking he had enough speed but when he lost the slipstream he did not have the speed but just kept on regardless to overtake.
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"By merely slowing down a bit, the overtaking truck would be able to get into a position of safety much faster thereby reducing the magnitude of risk.
There are NO winners in road crashesArrive Alive's Johan Jonck
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Brownies are such a superstar baked thing in their joy = effort ratio (something like 1,000,000 = not much), and come in ALL sorts of iterations, some fudgey or chewy or caky or spotted with candies or nuts or swirled with things, and they're all good, every last batch of them. These ones are the little black dress of brownies – elegant and grownup tasting and dressy enough for any occasion, with a touch of Grand Marnier and ground almonds.
This is a way-scaled back recipe I used to make at work, so you know it's restaurant quality. It's not chewy like a boxed brownie, more truffle-like – soft and dense and melts on the tongue – just be really careful to not over-bake them. Like any brownie it's much improved by low and slow baking, so definitely err on the side of underdone.
Brownie hack #1!
You CAN always put the pan back in the oven if you find they're not done after all (sometimes a rest between bakings improves the texture).
Brownie hack #2!
When they are out of the oven and cooled slightly but still very warm, press firmly down on the tray with a flat object (cardboard, ideally wrapped in plastic wrap, is fine). This further intensifies the crumb and gets rid of any aeration. Ooh.
Deep Chocolate Brownies for Grownups
The walnuts are optional but I like them. Another nice idea would be pieces of milk or white chocolate. You could replace the Grand Marnier with mint extract to good effect. Anything goes really.
- 10 oz dark chocolate (around 65% cocoa solids), chopped into ¼" pieces
- ½ cups + 1 tablespoon unsalted butter / 128 g
- ¾ cup white sugar / 142 g
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- 6 tablespoons almond powder / 41 g
- 1 cup + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour / 213 g
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
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- 2 teaspoons Grand Marnier (replacement: zest of 1 orange)
Preheat oven to 325℉ and line a 9 x 13″ pan with foil or parchment paper. Spray a thin layer of oil in pan, or butter slightly.
Sift together the almonds, flour and salt.
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Passion for food & fashionWednesday, April 25, 2012
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Hello everybody after a very long and busy weekend I managed to get sometime to post.
It's interesting to see how fashion can be related to food - colour wise as most of the "fashionistas" are soooo skinny!
I've been working on my final projects for my university lately, I have no life really!
All I do is editing and looking for inspiration.
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"We were so thrilled to see so many from our community come out to support the cause and enjoy great food," said Jill Lawson, Executive Director for Palmetto Place. "We've created an event that garners community support for the increasing number of homeless, abused and neglected teens in the Midlands."
This year's competition included chefs Ben Perzan and Arie Shankar from the Mediterranean Tea Room, Brenda Perry and Yasmeen Bull from Southern Foodservice Management, Dave Grillo from Cantina 76 and Za's Pizza, Robert Stegall-Smith from Performance Foodgroup Florence, Michael Giri from Embassy Suites, Lawrence Wright and Vinnie Livoti from BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Jason Bruner from 1801 Grille, and Charlie Young.
"Teen homeless is an epidemic in South Carolina and the Midlands is working diligently to combat the issue." Says Lawson, "Palmetto Place collaborates with other community agencies to bridge services and secure resources for each individual's needs. Providing a roof over their head and food in their stomachs won't end the epidemic. It takes a village – a vast village that consists of agencies, community members and groups, and volunteers who share our passion for the mission that we serve."
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I've heard incredible things about the beauty of Race Point, so I put it on my summer bucket list. I'm happy I checked it off so soon. The place was essentially empty. I don't envy the people working there to prepare the beach for the summer since this winter kicked the poor Seashore around. It was a very where-the-heck-am-I feeling, the landscape is unlike any I've ever seen before. The range of colors on the dunes themselves was dreamy.
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The Mandala, the Sanskrit term for "Circle", is a spiritual and ritualistic symbol in both Hinduism and Buddhism. It is a shape and symbol that represents wholeness, and portrays a relationship to the infinite, the world that extends both beyond and within our bodies and minds. In Other Worldly, it is re-imagined by two of our featured artists, Amy Cheng and Paula Brett. Amy Cheng's "Mandala" series was inspired by six months spent in Brazil in 2010 on a Fulbright Fellowship. These abstract, mandala inspired paintings metaphorically emulate the vitality of life force. According to Amy, "When I contemplate the energy of life force I think of cells and cell divisions, the universe forming itself out of dust, seeds blooming into plants, all which tend to emerge jewel-like, diaphanous, seductive and playful." Paula Brett's series marries Candy with the Mandala to create the Candala. According to Paula, "My intention with these candalas is to arrange everyday sweets into a pattern which becomes scared, where delicious turns divine, the enticing now exquisite."
The Spirits, are represented by artists, Connie Firestone and Elaine Galen. The shadowy figures of Connie Firestone's Guardian series are barely visible through the veil that separates the worlds. Luminous, multi-layered, and elegantly simple at first glance, these paintings provide a glimpse into another dimension. According to Connie "The Guardian series has been a spiritual journey for me and a life changing journey to create this artwork. To my own guardians and spirit guides, I am filled with gratitude, for I know they are with me at all times." The exhibit will also include nymph paintings, drawings and sculptures by Elaine Galen. Nymphs are generally regarded as divine spirits who animate nature, and are usually depicted as beautiful, young nubile maidens who love to dance and sing.
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Coconut Flour Pumpkin Protein Brownies (soy, dairy & grain free)/
FINALLY! Here is the recipe for the coconut flour pumpkin protein brownies I've been blabbing about for the last two days on my Facebook page :) I wanted to try to make my pumpkin protein loaf without almond flour and instead make it with just coconut flour and chia seed. But since coconut flour tends to get really dry if you don't add enough liquid, I wasn't sure how it would turn out. To help get some extra moisture in these babies, I experimented with using Trader Joe's light coconut milk, which only costs $0.99 per can. The loaf came out amazingly fluffy and moist, I have to say I am really proud of this one! I had a couple friends taste test it and they all loved it as well! So hope you all enjoy, and leave me a comment below telling me what you think!
Coconut Flour Pumpkin Protein Brownie:
Makes 8 slices (1 slice per serving depending on your goals)
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Human Rights Foundation Chairman Garry Kasparov on whether or not the Russian strongman will grab more territory.
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Light and veggie: Spring Rolls
Ingredients (makes 12 rolls)
- 225 g shiitake mushrooms
- 2 tsp peanut oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 200 g dried rice noodles
- 12 rice-paper wrappers, each 20 cm in diameter
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
- 2 avocados, pitted, peeled and sliced
- 2 carrots, peeled and cut into matchsticks
- 200 g packed mixed fresh herb sprigs, such as mint, cilantro and basil
Trim the stems from the mushrooms and discard. Cut the caps into slices; set aside. In a large non-stick fry pan over medium-high heat, warm 1½ tsp of the oil. Add the garlic and cook, stirring until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the mushrooms and sauté 3 to 4 minutes. Add the soy sauce and cook until the pan is dry, about 1 minute. Transfer to a bowl; set aside.
Bring a pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the noodles, stir to separate and cook until tender, according to the package instructions. Drain in a colander and rinse under cold running water. Wipe the pot dry, return the noodles to the pot and toss with the remaining ½ tsp oil. Fill a large, shallow bowl with very hot tap water. Soak the rice-paper wrappers, 1 at a time, until flexible, about 30 seconds. Shake off any excess water and stack the wrappers on a plate.
Place 1 wrapper flat on a work surface. Arrange a combination of noodles, bell pepper, avocado, mushrooms, carrots and herbs across the center of the wrapper; fold the ends in over the filling and then roll up tightly from the edge closest to you. Repeat to make the remaining rolls. Cut the rolls in half on the diagonal and serve immediately.


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Greengage were commissioned to provide sustainability services for the mixed-use redevelopment of part of Swansea City Centre.
The development consists of the demolition of the existing structures and redevelopment of the site to provide retail, commercial, office and leisure use as well as a hotel and residential dwellings. Extensive areas of public realm and landscaping are also included in the proposals.
Greengage provided sustainability services including a sustainability statement for planning that was based around the Welsh Wellbeing of Future Generations Act and its seven Wellbeing Goals. The report identified how the sustainability features integrated into the development addressed each of the goals and therefore covered all aspects of sustainability.
Greengage also produced BREEAM pre-assessments for the non-residential proposed uses to ensure sustainability issues were considered across all areas of the design and at an early stage in the project.


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Cooled mashed potato + milk/water to adjust consistency if/as needed
Panko crumbs and food colouring or natural tint to garnish (optional)
- Cake(s) can be baked in other shapes/sizes. Muffins (or mini-muffins) offer a great single-serve alternative. Remember to adjust cooking times accordingly.
- Other ground meats can be used based upon your preferences and dog's tastes.
- You can lower the veggie volume for a smaller, denser, meatier cake or add-in an alternative bulking ingredient like oats, wheatgerm, etc.
- The best varieties of dog-safe vegetables to use will depend on your dog's preferences, but may also be affected by other factors. Some dogs have special dietary requirements, food allergies/intolerances, or breed specific sensitivities - like our Dalmatians, who are safer with lower purine foods due to a breed-unique metabolic issue. If you have questions or concerns about your pet's diet, chat with your vet.
- Instant mashed potato is a very quick and easy option for frosting/icing savory dog cakes. It is inherently smooth and uniform in consistency and is easily adjusted to be thinner (additional liquid) or thicker (additional flakes). Mashed potato is also a neutral base for tinting is you wish to add food colouring.
- Tinted panko makes a nice sprinkle substitute for special savory dog cakes.
- Candles (if used) are best left unlit. Oli is a very well-behaved poser, but we only let him sniff the lit cake momentarily before blowing out the candles for everyone's safety.


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How to Build Your Dog Photography Portfolio
Your portfolio is your calling card. It showcases your work and makes people want to book you for jobs. When building your portfolio, you want to build something that represents your style, diversity, and quality. Potential clients make their decisions on whether to book you based on what they see. Your portfolio is your one shot to win them over.
Choose dog photography images to show the world
So in order to get clients, you have to have a portfolio, but if you don't have clients, how can you build one? Ay, therein lies the problem. Well, the best way is to photograph any dogs you can. Ask your friends and family members if you can photograph their dogs for free in order to build up your portfolio.
After you start building up a hearty collection, you can select which images to use. Again, choose images that are your highest quality, that are aesthetically pleasing, and that reflect your style well. Be sure to make your portfolio as diverse as you can, but not at the cost of quality. It's better to have a few really great shots than a bunch of so-so ones.
Compile your first portfolio of your dog photography
You should make your portfolio accessible in two formats: the traditional, hold-in-your-hands format and the online format. You may dread the thought of creating two portfolios, but it's not as much work as it seems, and the time spent will pay off in the long run (trust us!).
You can print out your photos and make a tangible portfolio for people to physically hold and page through. If you decide to go this route, make sure your photos are 8 by 10 inches or larger so people can actually see the details.
A traditional portfolio comes in handy when you need to display it at an event or when you want to show your work in a situation where a computer isn't available.
You can use two sizes of traditional portfolios: 11 by 14 inches, as your main portfolio and at events like trade fairs and meetings; and 4 by 6 inches, which can be used only in silent auction displays or other situations where space is tight and you can't accommodate your main portfolio.
Whatever size you use, just make sure the print quality is as high as possible. Again, you'll land clients (or not) based on these images.
Whether you have a traditional portfolio or not, you absolutely must have an online portfolio. The Internet is the place your clients will most likely look for you and your work.
After you print your portfolio or upload it online, it's easy to forget about it. After all, you're too busy taking photos and running a business! You should, however, make it a point to update your portfolio regularly.
How often is up to you, but just make sure you do it (maybe every other month). As time goes on and you get more practice (and probably better equipment), your photos will change. Make sure your gallery reflects your current style.
Updating your portfolio regularly also encourages visitors to return to your website, and the more time they spend on your website, the better chance they have of becoming clients!


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From the start
Robhots was started in January 2014, just toying around with various edible recipes. Using excess material from our personal medical grow, we made our gummies for people who had legitimate medical reasons for them, and soon realized a demand for our product.
The two questions we get asked the most: how do you say Robhots, and why are they called Robhots? Great questions!
When we started at home, we found a simple robot shaped mold, and when we saw the demand for our product tried to pair our great tasting and robot shaped gummy with a great brand name. After days of trying different names and logo combinations, Robhots was born. We got the name because at the time we were putting butane hash oil (BHO) into our robot shaped gummies, and since we were putting BHO into robots, we put BHO into the name robots thus producing Robhots.
Despite hearing numerous ways to pronounce Robhots, it is pronounced simply as robots. The "h" is silent in the name, but it has a great backstory behind the name and is a big part of how we got to where we are today!
We decided to pursue a way onto Colorado's Medical Marijuana market, and after months of pitching our product and company, we found a company to pair with and get our product to Colorado stores.
Despite forming a partnership and getting set for the medical market, it was months before we finally were ready to go and open for sales. We finally got rolling and made our first Robhots gummies in September of 2015.
We worked with our recipe that we always used, and the molds we always used - still making the same great robot shape that people came to know and love. Some minor adjustments to our recipe was needed to sustain shelf life, and once we did that we rolled out a 150mg multipack to go with our 100mg single-serve gummy.
Soon after the new year turned over to 2016, we released our Hashwraps - a 100% all-natural fruit rollup that is infused with bubble hash. This combination of all-natural fruit and ice & water extracted bubble hash made for quite possibly the most healthy edible on the market. They quickly became a hit, and people were enjoying our flavor variety from the Spring all the way up through the end of Summer; unfortunately the new regulations handed down in the Colorado edible market makes it hard to continue to produce these. We're currently looking at all options to bring the Hashwraps back.
Robhots relaunch - a new gummy
With the new regulations came many changes for Robhots. A new logo, new gummy design, new packaging were all changes that we had to make to stay compliant within the Colorado Medical Market.
Since we were going to have a whole new look, we decided to change the gummy itself too. We developed a new recipe that is softer and has a better gummy consistency. In addition, all of our gummies will now be infused with raw THC distillate - a tasteless, colorless form of THC that averages upwards of 96% THC. With this, our new gummies are extremely consistent with both flavor and dosage with each and everyone we produce.
Initially we had just our single serve 125mg gummy and a 180mg multipack, but due to the demand of our patients we made a 500mg mega dose pack of gummies. First available in three flavors, we quickly had to add three more and now have Blue Raspberry, Lemon Lime, Peach Mango, Pineapple Tangerine, Strawberry Banana, and Strawberry Kiwi.
For 2018 we have added a recreational side to our medical side, and are now available. They are a 100mg pack with ten 10mg pieces, and three flavors per pack. Initially the flavors are the same as our medical 200mg packs - Berries, Citrus, Fruits, Reds, and Tropical. Since then we've added some seasonal flavors and more options - see here for more!
To get our gummies out to the masses of the recreational market, and provide the best quality edibles, we've teamed up with Focused Labs Oil (FLO). FLO specializes in high quality concentrates and distillates, paired with a team of people that execute production to the most efficient of possibilities. Adding our Robhots Gummies to this team has only led to an even better gummy that has the best consistency and flavor of any gummies we've made to date.
We strive to improve everyday, and continue to make a great, consistent edible with each one that we produce. Hearing from you about how we did (good or bad) will help us continue to improve and make some of the best edibles available today. Please reach out to us here on the website, email, or on one of our forms of social media.
We hope you enjoy our edibles, have a great day!
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Research Aimed at Improving Cancer Services to Indigenous People
A national group of researchers has been awarded a grant of $2.5million to improve cancer services to Indigenous people throughout Australia.
Over the past 30 years, improvements in cancer treatments have resulted in better cancer survival in the wider community. Unfortunately, these same benefits have not been seen for Indigenous Australians who continue to experience much poorer outcomes after diagnosis with cancer.
The Health and Medical Research Council grant of $2.5m over five years was presented to a national group including researchers at The University of Western (UWA) Australia's School of Primary, Aboriginal and Rural Health Care ($326,000).
UWA's Winthrop Professor Sandy Thompson and Dr Shaouli Shahid said Aboriginal people with cancer have similar issues to non-Indigenous people but also have distinctive care needs. They are leading a group of researchers investigating innovative models of care delivery around Australia to see if they can help other cancer treatments centres to adapt. This includes end-of-life care and training 'navigators' who can help Aboriginal people navigate through the health system, from getting a positive test result after screening, to diagnosis and during all the treatment steps.
The researchers have already undertaken research that shows Aboriginal people often have to cope with big distances to get to cancer-treatment centres. They also have to deal with their fear of the disease and a lack of knowledge about its treatment, fear of leaving their own country, the costs of transport and treatment, and anxiety over who would care for the rest of the family while they were away. They also have to come to terms with regimented treatment protocols. For all these reasons, many Indigenous people with cancer do not seek treatment.
Because cancer treatment requires a large multidisciplinary team and expensive equipment, it can only be provided in cities and a few large regional centres.
Professor Thompson and Dr Shahid said some centres, such as one in the Northern Territory, appear to provide a good model for cancer care for Indigenous Australians. It had sensitive clinicians, was welcoming and able to work in a family context, made spoken information available in several Aboriginal languages and offered explanations about treatment that non-medical people could understand.
"Because Aboriginal people weren't even considered to be Australian citizens until 1967, we had underdeveloped data about cancer rates among them," Professor Thompson said. "We know that risk factors are increasing as society changes, for example becoming increasingly sedentary like other Australians.
"We are gathering data now – and focusing on building more partnerships with groups such as the Poche Centre for Indigenous Health, the Cancer Council and the lead institution for this project, the Menzies School of Health Research."
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A stacked eight-man middleweight championship tournament will provide plenty of action, but the spotlight is on one of the biggest heavyweight clashes in any sport this year, as Daniel Ghita seeks revenge against Rico Verhoeven after their close fight last year.
Heavyweight Title: Daniel Ghiță (50-10) vs. Rico Verhoeven (43-7-1)
Ghiță vs Verhoeven presents the ideology of "past vs present". The biggest kickboxing rematch in the sport's history, this heavyweight clash will cement the future of the division as the inaugural champion is crowned. Ghiță, although much older, has got a point to prove.
Prediction: Daniel Ghiță
Welterweight Title: Marc de Bonte (87-11-1) (c) vs. Joseph Valtellini (11-2)
De Bonte is revered for his technical style of fighting, but against Valtellini, a fighter who likes to push the pace, it might prove costly. "Bazooka" Joe Valtellini burst onto the scene at Glory 6 and since then he has made himself one of the fans' favourite fighters.
Prediction: Joseph Valtellini
Middleweight Championship Tournament Quarter Final: Artem Levin (47-4-1) vs. Alex Pereira (13-1)
Artem "The Lion" Levin is largely considered the best middleweight in the world, the favourite for the tournament and is the kind of fighter that, if given the space, will pick apart his opponent.
Pereira uses "Nobotive" technique which means he fights by using the strength of his ancestral spirits.
Prediction: Artem Levin
Middleweight Championship Tournament Quarter Final: Joe Schilling (16-5) vs. Simon Marcus (39-0-1)
Schilling is one of the stalwarts of the division, and one of Glory's more experienced middleweights. Although he is coming off a loss to Wayne Barrett, he will be fighting with a point to prove, especially having already lost to Simon Marcus in the past.
Prediction: Simon Marcus
Middleweight Championship Tournament Quarter Final: Wayne Barrett (4-0) vs. Bogdan Stoica (38-5)
Ever since his debut in Glory, Wayne Barrett has taken the sport by storm. He shocked the world at Glory 12 in his home city of New York by beating Joe Schilling, one of the top ranked middleweights in the division. He is now on a mission to claim the world title.
Bogdan Stoica is one of Romania's top kickboxers with a solid reputation in Europe.
Prediction: Wayne Barrett
Middleweight Championship Tournament Quarter Final: Filip Verlinden (42-11-1) vs. Melvin Manhoef (47-11)
This is one of the toughest fights in the tournament to call. Both men are heavily experienced, but their age could possibly be a factor in the tournament if they tangle with some of the younger fighters.
Manhoef is 28-years-old, and is also coming off a four fight losing streak, although they were against high level fighters such as Gokhan Saki. Verlinden has struggled to find consistent form the past few years.
Prediction: Filip Verlinden
Tournament Winner Prediction: Simon Marcus
UK fans can catch Glory Last Man Standing from 3am following Glory 17 on BT Sport 2, Saturday June 21.


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Favorite kitchen appliances
Anti adhesive pancake pan
We use ceramic or stainless steal pans to reduce ingested chemicals, but I do have a anti adhesive pancake pan. We tried several "green" pancake pans before, but never had good results (especially after a few months of use). Gluten-free pancakes tend to stick to the pan or brake in regular pans (even with a lot of oil!), so we use it for those recipes until we find a good "ecological" pan.
Blender (Vitamix)
I bought it 10 years ago when I decided I should eat more raw foods (raw cakes at that time!). It's a professional blender that is pretty expensive, but if I could only afford one kitchen appliance, that would be the one! It's so powerful you can put anything in it (maybe not a metal spoon like my mom did... but the company as a great warranty!). Even if I have the older version (without all the options and containers), I LOVE it ! I use it for smoothies, soups, raw cakes, nut butter, nut milks etc. Everything comes out perfectly smooth. I don't know how long mine will last, but it's still going strong !
Food processor (Kitchen Aid)
After my blender, it's the other appliance I use the most. I use it to grind nuts (when I want a flour and not a butter), oats, vegetables and other foods to make patties, cakes, energy balls, veggie burgers, meatballs... It's really a must !
Ice cream maker and popsicles molds
You can still do ice cream recipes without an ice cream maker (by mixing the mixture occasionally in the freezer), it's a "cool" machine to have (though I haven't found the perfect one yet !). Homemade ice creams are so good and the flavours are infinite. Popsicles are also a must (especially since we're in warm California). You can pack whatever you want in it and kids (or you) won't even notice. Different shapes, different flavours and colours make the experience even enjoyable and the perfect snack for hot summer days.
I don't have expensive professional knives, but I don't buy the cheapest too. When you're eating a lot of vegetables, it's important to have a good chef's knife and more importantly, to sharpen them once in a while (every 6-8 months or so). People often buy new ones when they find they don't cut well anymore, but it's really a good idea (economic and ecologic too) to bring them to a sharpener first and see the difference (do the butternut squash test : if you don't battle with your squash, then it might be good for several more years!).
Nut milk bag
You can still do nut milk with a dishcloth or drink it unfiltered, but a nut milk bag gives a better result (a smooth and creamy nut milk).
Parchment baking sheets
I use unbleached chlorine-free parchment baking sheets for cookies, patties, falafels or granola (recipes that tend to stick). You can buy those in natural stores.
Pestle and mortar
Grinding your spices really makes a difference in taste. The extra time to grind them will be worth the effort
Springform pans
The sides of the pan can be removed from the base. Thus, they are a must have for raw cakes and nut crust, since they tend to be fragile.
Stainless steal and ceramic pans
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5 beds | 4 baths | 4,055 sqft* | 2 cars
SOLD | $4,300,000 | Represented Seller
Known as the John J. Dowling house, this stunning four-level single family home strikes the perfect balance of Victorian architecture and contemporary living. Built in 1895 by prominent architect Charles Havens, this exquisite Queen Anne home has been lovingly maintained and renovated throughout. Resting atop an oversized lot with a width of 37' and a depth of 138', the home is detached on three sides, allowing for natural light to flood the home.
As you approach the hand-carved oak front doors, one will appreciate the stunning views towards downtown San Francisco. Upon entering the home, you are greeted with beautiful original period details including a Newel post light at the base of the staircase, lincrusta wainscoting, grand ceiling medallions, and stained-glass windows adorning the front door and the transom window above. Signaling the home's early heritage are high ceilings, douglass fir floors, brass hardware, fully-functional pocket doors and the grand foyer. The elegant living room is adorned with a hand-carved wooden mantle surrounding the gas fireplace and a series of round bay windows. A pair of ornate columns divides the living room from the gracious dining room, ideal for entertaining. Through a series of pocket doors rests the family room, which benefits from a gas-burning fireplace, a built-in china hutch original to the home, incredible natural light through a series of windows, and direct access to the kitchen. The kitchen has been renovated with Calcutta gold marble countertops, Waterworks tile backsplash, and high-end stainless steel appliances including a wine-fridge. Adjacent to the kitchen is a convenient powder room and direct access out to the south-facing garden.
A grand staircase leads to the second level of the home, complimented by a large skylight overhead that allows light to pour throughout. This level of the home offers three bedrooms and two full baths, including the master suite. The sunny master bedroom rests in the south-east corner of the home and has beautiful outlooks to the garden below. The en-suite bathroom includes dual vanities, a walk-in shower with dual shower heads, a deep soaking tub overlooking the garden below, and a walk-in closet. Down the hall are two additional bedrooms, both with incredible scale and impressive ceiling heights. The full bath has been thoughtfully renovated with white Carrera marble, a walk-in shower, dual vanities, and the original claw-foot tub.
The top floor of the home is a continuation of the bedroom level, hosting two bedrooms, a spacious family room, and one and one-half baths. The generous bedrooms have partial views of the downtown San Francisco skyline and share the spa-like full bathroom. At the north end of this level is the spacious family room and powder room.
At the rear of the home, accessed directly off the kitchen, is the spectacular south-facing garden. Divided into three spaces, the outdoor dining space is within steps of the kitchen, allowing for convenient outdoor entertaining. Just above is the vegetable/fruit garden that is full of abundant varieties including apples, figs, peas, kale, pluots, and cherries, just to name a few. A lounging space welcomes you on the top level of the garden, offering incredible privacy and an elevated view of the lush garden below.
The home has been lovingly restored over the past many years, including new systems throughout and double-paned windows. The lowest level of the home includes an over-sized utility room, including side-by-side laundry, as well as direct access to the garage. The garage can accommodate two-car tandem parking.
925 Fulton St is located in Alamo Square, one of San Francisco's most vibrant neighborhoods - home to the Painted Ladies. Ideally located just a few houses down from Alamo Square Park and a short walk to the the Divisadero corridor and Hayes Valley.
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We've written in the past about eco-friendly paints and stains. We've talked about roofing and possible roofing options. But at some point the decision has to be made on what your tiny house will look like. And boy are there option. Just in terms of siding you can use use TruWood like Clothesline Tiny Homes, rough hewn cedar siding like Tammy and Logan over at rowdykittens.com, or even vinyl siding like Louis of Austin Tiny House.
As for us we are using a wonderful LP SmartSide panel with SilverTech. SmartSide Panels (aside from having a great, weathered farm texture look) with SilverTech feature a finish-grade radiant barrier that resists flaking and peeling. The panels also help reduce the sun's radiant energy through your walls.
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Maxhof offers a variety of apartments for rent. One can find small detached and terraced houses and apartment buildings in this area. A large number of shops, doctors' offices, and restaurants around the underground station "Fürstenried West" form the center of this quarter. The nearby Forstenrieder Park makes this location a very quiet and natural one. Via the U-Bahn station Baseler Straße (U3) you can reach either city center or other destinations within a short period of time. With the car the motorway and the Mittlerer Ring are not too far off either.
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