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peeker643 wrote:Not a swipe at the people who enjoy Viking basketball as I've seen plenty of games there. But it's just not a draw and it's hard for me to see what hold the job has on a coach like Waters who could surely move onward and upward if he wanted to. Telling me he couldn't get a MAC gig again or something even beyond that? 4/5 past seasons with 20+ wins?
Wanted to keep this part separate because I think you bring up an interesting point. CSU is right there when you compare our attendance to the Ohio MAC teams, and I'm sure the direction schools up north and the Buffalo's of the world aren't much different. I agree, there's never going to be a need for that big ass arena with this team, but there's no shame in drawing 4,500 either. It just doesn't make for as good of an atmosphere at the Wolstein as it does at the JAR or MAC.
Also, the Horizon League is a better basketball conference than the MAC, so that's a draw for Waters, and I think he's been there done that with the high-major program. I could see him leaving, but only for a perfect situation that's closer to home/family in Detroit or with a great chance to win at a bigger stage (i.e. not Rutgers).


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Cozumel Dive Paradise & Hotel Villablanca - Dive Package
Surrounded by ocean gardens and jungle,
located one mile south of San Miguel de Cozumel right in front of the first reef south of the island " Villablanca Wall and Reef "
50 rooms equipped with refrigerator, A/C, fan, satellite TV, phone & sunken tubs
Pool, private beach and tennis courts with free use of tennis rackets and balls
Diving trips depart directly from hotel pier
Telephone calls, laundry and room service is not included. Prices are shown in parenthesis in the table below.
Full payment or 2 night deposit is required.
4 Nights
3 Dive Days / 2 Dive Afternoons
7 Nights
5 Dive Days / 4 Dive Afternoons
Jan 3 - Apr 15, 2017
$556/ $609
$973 / $1066
$449 / $489
$133 / $173
$786 / $856
$233 / $303
Triple - Suite Only
April 16 - Dec. 23, 2017
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$436 / $449
$120 / $133
$763 / $786
$210 / $233
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Prices listed as standard room / suite. The standard room is suitable for 2 adults only, thus rates listed for triples are suite rates.
Package Specifics
Cozumel Dive Paradise & Hotel Villablanca - Dive Package
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Combo Promotion Packages available
January 3, 2017 to December 15, 2017
Dates 2017
Combo Promotion Packages are not available 5 days
before or 5 days after the following U.S. Legal Holidays:
CARNAVAL ~ February 28 ===> Feb 21 - March 3
Easter Sunday ~ April 16 ===> April 10 - April 21
Memorial Day ~ May 29 ===> May 24 - June 3
Independence Day ~ July 4 ===> June 29 July 9
Labor Day ~ September 7 ===> Aug 30 Sept 9
Thanksgiving ~ November 26 ===> Nov 18 Nov 28
December Holiday Period ===> Dec 16 Jan 2
NOTE: No Combo packages available during
December holiday period (packages begin again on Jan 3)
See Pricing Chart
$2 Per Diver Per Day Marine Park Fee Not Included
Equipment Rental Not Included
Flights/Transfers not Included
All Dive Paradise packages include a "Bienvenidos" (welcome) tank for practice shore dive on arrival date.
Non-diver accomodations must be shared with diver.
All posted rates in US$ and include the 10% "Mexican Government Tax".
Day dives are "Caribbean" 2-tank boat dives, afternoon dives are single tank boat dives. To convert to 3 tank trips add $30 per day.
The morning dive trips are "Caribbean" style. They utilize a big boat and include a snack, water/soft drinks, use of tanks, weights, belt, and an in-water divemaster. No upgrades are permitted unless space is available. There is an additional US$10 (per trip) surcharge for all upgrades. NOTE: "Express" boats can only accommodate 2 dives per trip because of space limitations therefore the third dive (available on the "Caribbean" trip) is forfeited.
A 50% deposit is required to confirm reservation unless otherwise stated.
There are absolutely NO CHANGES to the packages as shown (other than stated) and no refunds will be granted for unused services.
Promotional packages are not available during certain "blackout" dates - see listing above
Any cancellations must be made at least 21 days before arrival in high season and 7 days prior to arrival in low season.
Each 14th package is complimentary. No other "comp" structure is available with these packages.
Vouchers (from booking agency) for diving services must be presented at Dive Paradise's main store, 602 Melgar Ave., or one of our branches at Barracuda, Hotel Cozumel & Resort or Villablanca Hotels at least 12 hours prior to commencement of services.
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Apr 29, 2013
SDN at a Crossroads
In little more than four years, OpenFlow went from university research project to poster child for an entirely new approach to network design and management. Not that it's been a smooth road -- the software-defined networking model is so potentially disruptive that network gear titans quickly moved to marginalize the technology as "a nice research project" but entirely inadequate to the task of enterprise network management and application control.
When that didn't fly, the tactic moved to the classic "acknowledge, embrace and extend" strategy. Companies like Cisco and Juniper put forth an expansive view of SDN as more than a new packet-forwarding architecture, but rather a design philosophy. The end goal: to automate network management and make network applications and services far more dynamic, flexible and scalable.
SDN is segmenting into product slices targeting different network layers, IT problems and application needs. We decided to define four categories, outline what to look for in each and ask vendors to take their best shot at your SDN business by completing our survey. While the market is young, we know it will grow, so we'll continue to augment our online comparison with new submissions throughout the year, hoping to make it your one-stop shop for the latest and best SDN information.
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Tumblr Yahoos! Old Dog, New Blog
NEW YORK (MainStreet)--Until today, Jim Cramer thought Tumblr was a kind of drinking glass. So when Yahoo!
Yahoo! has been on a tear recently after March's $30 million acquisition of Nick D'Aloisio's Summly, a news summary app,in addition to other pick-ups like social recommendation company Jybe and GoPollGo.
Some of these acquisitions give Yahoo! extra programming and strategy talent, and in part, Yahoo! is playing a keep-your-enemies-closer tactic by acquiring potential competitors in the mobile space. There are even rumors that Yahoo! will aim for Hulu next.
Given that Karp didn't pull a Zuckerberg and remain independent from being bought, this acquisition may be as much an abdication as a victory. Of course, he'll be micro-blogging all the way to the bank.
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SunTrust: Financial Loser
NEW YORK ( TheStreet) -- SunTrust (STI) was the loser among the largest U.S. financial companies on Monday, with shares pulling back 2% to close at $29.76.
The broad indexes were down slightly, as investors awaited the results of a two-day meeting of European finance ministers in Luxembourg, which may include a financial aid package for Spain.
The KBW Bank Index (I:BKX) declined slightly to close at 51.17, with all but three of the 24 index components seeing declines. The index has returned 30% year-to-date, compared to an 11% return for the Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) and a 16% return for the S&P 500 (SPX.X) .
So what are investors to think about bank stocks, heading into third-quarter earnings, with mixed economic signals, and a financial industry still facing so many challenges?
"Our large cap bank coverage universe now trades at a median P/E multiple of 10.2x our 2013 EPS estimates," Stifel Nicolaus analyst Christopher Mutascio said early Monday, adding that the median forward price-to-earnings ratio for banks covered by his firm was "76% of the S&P 500 2013 P/E multiple of 13.5x - which is dead in line with the group's 15+ year median of 76%."
Mutascio also said that the group of banks covered by trades for the same 10.2 multiple of consensus earnings estimates.
The analyst also said that "if the banks continue their recent outperformance, then investors must be either arguing for an upward revaluation of the sector (banks are worth more today versus the broader market than they have historically) or they suspect the earnings normalization process will happen sooner than later." Using Stifel Nicolaus's "normalized" earnings estimates, Mutascio said banks covered by his firm would trade at a median forward P/E of "70% of the S&P 500's current 2013 P/E multiple (9.5x vs. 13.5x)," which "could suggest some further outperformance against the broader market for the banks will occur until they achieve the historical P/E multiple of 76% of the S&P 500."
Investors may be taking the long view and looking past the media and the brokerage analysts -- who typically rate stocks with 12-month investment horizons -- as they appear "currently willing to value the banks on what their future earnings prospects could be under a more normal interest rate environment (no matter when it may occur) or perhaps they are awarding a higher multiple for mortgage banking activity than they have historically."
Walmart and American Express announce Bluebird
In a fascinating development for the financial services industry, which will no doubt be of major concern to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and send major ripples through Washington, Walmart (WMT) and American Express (AXP) on Monday announced their new Bluebird cash card service, which will really serve as alternative bank account, with no balance minimum, no fees for deposits or withdrawals, unless made from an out-of-network ATM. Bluebird will also allow check deposits made through smartphone applications, direct deposits, and electronic bill paying, all for no charge.


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This training is part of the "Asphalt Pavement Preservation Treatment" series and is designed to provide participants with information on preservation treatment selection. This course is primarily intended for inspectors and technicians.
The training draws on the Pavement Preservation Treatment Construction Guide (PPTCG), which was created by FHWA, in partnership with Caltrans, the National Center for Pavement Preservation, and the Transportation Curriculum Coordination Council (TCCC) as a resource for agency and industry pavement preservation practitioners. It provides information on basic pavement preservation concepts and the different treatments available and how they should be applied, so agencies can make informed decisions when determining which treatments best fit their pavement preservation needs. The training is primarily targeted at individuals unfamiliar with pavement preservation policy and technical information.
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Scottish Fold
Basic Scottish Fold Information
- Lifespan: 14 - 16 years
- Weight: 6 - 13 pounds
Medical Conditions Seen in Scottish Fold
Scottish Fold Traits
- Lap Cat
- Intelligence
- Ease of Training
- Grooming Requirements
- Shedding
- Good with Children
- Good with Dogs
- Chattiness
Scottish Fold History
- This breed can be traced to Scotland in 1961 when Scottish shepherd William Ross discovered a folded-eared kitten named Susie on his neighbor's farm. Susie's mother was a cat with normal-shaped ears, but the father was unknown.
- Ross adopted a white kitten named Snooks from Susie's litter and began to breed her with local farm cats and British Shorthairs to establish this lop-eared feline breed.
- In 1977, British geneticist Oliphant Jackson reported that one-third of kittens from the breeding of folded-eared cats developed osteodystrophy, a skeletal lesion. As a result, Scottish Fold breeding in Great Britain came to an abrupt halt. Even today, this breed is not accepted by Great Britain's Governing Council of the Cat Fancy.
- Reputable breeders in the United States worked hard to weed out this gene that causes osteodystrophy and regards it as a very healthy breed.
- In 1978, the Scottish Fold earned championship status by the Cat Fanciers Association.
Scottish Fold Behavior Concerns
- Loves to perch on laps or next to their favorite people.
- Sweet temperament and quiet, soft voice.
- Enjoys sitting up on its hind legs in a look that resembles an otter or flopping on its back when napping.
- Does not enjoy being home alone and benefits by being paired with another cat or other pet.
- Adjusts to new surroundings like hotel rooms and new people relatively easily.
- Somewhat playful and will enjoy an occasional game of fetch.
- Welcomes the company of children and family dogs.
Look of Scottish Folds
- Spotlight on the folded ears, the result of a natural mutation
- Scottish Folds feature round faces, round eyes, short necks, round whisker pads that curve forward and a round, sturdy body accented by a bushy tail. They look like they are smiling.
- This breed's dense, resilient coat comes in shorthaired and longhaired versions.
- This breed's coat comes in nearly every color and combination except for pointed colors.
Grooming Scottish Fold Cats
- The shorthaired variety requires little grooming - just run a steel comb through its coat once or twice a week.
- The longhaired variety requires grooming three to four times a week to remove dead hairs and prevent mats from forming.
Suggested Nutritional Needs for Scottish Folds
- Prone to being overweight, so measure food portions and control caloric intake.
Fun Facts of Scottish Folds
- At birth, all Scottish Fold kittens sport straight ears. In some kittens, the ears begin to fold within the first month or so.
- Only folded-eared Scottish Folds are eligible to compete in cat shows.
- Due to the ears, this breed is often affectionately known as Lops. Some also refer to this breed as an "owl in a cat suit."
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About the Author: María Otero serves as Under Secretary of State for Democracy and Global Affairs.
It's about 10'clock in the morning, and the sun overhead is relentless. On the northern Kenyan border, the refugee camps that make up Dadaab are a combination of orange sand and brush. These camps were built in 1990 to hold 90,000 refugees fleeing neighboring Somalia. Today, more than 266,000 refugees live here. What was once supposed to be a temporary escape is now "home" to three generations of families. And the influx of Somalis shows no sign of slowing.
Visiting the camps' schools offers a small hint of hope. Hundreds of children are crowded into cement rooms. Despite the lack of space, they sing their lessons loudly and proudly.
"I am Maria," I say.
"I am Maria!" they respond.
Less than half of the children in Dadaab have the opportunity to go to school. Classrooms and teachers are in short supply, and 95% of teachers are untrained.
After visiting the camps' schools, we meet with refugee leaders, newly elected by their neighbors. They express their frustration. I don't blame them. They are far from home, longing to return but stuck in limbo with little to fill their days. Memories of life in Somalia are a fading dream, and their community away from home suffers from severe overcrowding and imminent challenges such as access to water, firewood, and healthcare. Sanitation is inadequate, with as many as 30 persons sharing a communal latrine. That said, the excellent work of UNHCR and international NGOs like Care International is both visible and admirable throughout the communities.
Under Secretary Otero traveled to East Africa January 25-February 1 to engage with governments and civil society on an array of global issues that address human security. The East Africa trip culminated with the Under Secretary leading the U.S. delegation to the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa.Follow the Under Secretary on Twitter @usmariaotero.
Rosemary in New Jersey writes:
Thanks, Maria, for this post. I am hoping that before too long the camps in Haiti also have schools set up for the children so that finally ALL Haitian children can go to school, not just the ones whose parents can afford tuition. A key to building a new and better Haiti is to ensure a higher literacy rate. My experience has been that the little reste avecs get a year or two of school (if any) and that is it! If we can make sure we end the reste avec tradition and get all kids into classrooms, it will do a lot toward ensuring a better future for Haiti.
Key to this, of course, is recruiting teachers from among the literate Haitians and, perhaps, from other countries.
I am glad to see that good things are happening at this Kenyan camp and hopeful that the Haitian tent cities take a turn for the better, especially for the children.
Rosemary in New Jersey writes:
Please see my blog post: http://everycreativegene.wordpress.com/2010/02/11/the-new-haiti-project/
I am sincerely a supporter of Secretary Clinton's initiatives and ideals. I LOVE her! She loves Haiti and so do I!
Rosemary in New Jersey writes:
Thank you for this post Maria. It is heartening to see that these little children are getting a chance to attend school. I am hopeful that before too long we will see similar classrooms opening up in the tent cities of Haiti.
It is crucial, central to the effort of constructing a new Haiti that all children have access to education, not just the ones who have parents, not just the ones whose parents can afford tuition, all Haitian children.
Poor children in Haiti have long demonstrated their ability to contribute to society. Sadly, the little reste avecs who worked so hard were not compensated for their labor, not even with education. The lucky ones might have spent a year or two in school.
So I am happy to see that these little ones going to school in the camps, and I hope soon to see similar schools for children in Haitian camps. I have joined a group to work on recruiting teachers for Haiti. I hope we can make this happen.
Abdi I. A. in Kenya writes:
AbdiWishfully these 11th hour will find you in good mood.My individual operation plan is based of 11 years research.I hope some people will not brand me new names for revealing the truth!,but,anyway i have to do it for the seek of humanity.I have started work with care Kenya refugee operation in Dadaab on 17/6/1999,I was an optimistic young man who had a vission in that I should be applying my objective with justice,my activities with mercy and my responsibilities with patiency(both domestic and work).In parables that is how one's feels and sees before the start of the rain.The big challange was i have to implement my responsibilities(both domestic and work) from a crooked(wrong)vission,a vission which is a global phenomenon,that is how become 'a Turnbouy' of the first moving 'truck' that was carrying the whole worlds.I had struggle organising myself to clean the messes of the global warming,I luckly manage to survived all these climate change effect(from domestic choruses to failed constitutions and policies).It has happenned with the grace of God(s.w).I hav'nt fallen from fast moving 'truck'.It's in the 'Reveavalaion'that we will never ever be in successsfull life while in this worlds but we will also taste the effect of justice justified,plotted mercy that has turned to become merchanneries and negatively exploited patiency has been hospitalised(these are Saint persons of Jinns and Human kind).the effect is enormously devastating as we sees in our screens or as we wittness for our own selfs,these must be early warning of coming disasters,Unless we organise our self toward justice for our purpose toward mercy for our missions and toward patiency for we implement our programmes and operations.I Abdi Issa Abdi for forsee a disastrous worlds in near future!
*Let's justice be our shield and defender as Kenyans says
*Let's explore the sources of everything positively and exploite the resources positively.
* Let's research down leadership to set role model of Justice,mercy and patience in thier leadership pratice.
*Let's the invisible hunter be hunted and than Haunted to his Grave!.
and finally I will be happy,and we gonna be happy all if we adopt my comments without favour!
I have been hunting for the truth,that is why I couldn't submit myself in time,but fortunately we got the truth now to lead the worlds or vission 2030 will be true for Kenyans and the rest of Kenyans.
I wish you all the best,hopefully and God Willing in near future we will constructively build together an "Innovative" Individual operation plan rather than justified ones!
Under Secretary Maria Otero writes:
Dear Abdi and Rosemary,
Thank you very much for your comments and your shared passion for ensuring adequate living conditions for displaced people around the world. Please keep up the good work and encourage others to do the same. You can serve as beacons of hope for many who may have little left.
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- Many people opt to purchase commercial treadmills rather than travel to the gym every time they want to exercise. Home commercial treadmills deliver the same benefits and can be used at any time in the convenience of your own home. At membership gyms you have to worry about equipment availability, gym hours, etc. With a commercial treadmill in your home, all of those concerns are gone, yet all of the health benefits remain.
- Treadmills are perfect for beginners as well as regular exercisers because they allow you to go at your own pace. You can start by walking and then steadily increase speed to a jog or running pace. In addition, some models of electric treadmills allow you to increase the incline of the base, so it becomes more difficult by simulating an uphill walk, jog, or run.
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- The great thing about owning a standard treadmill is that it is always there for you. You can start by using it just a couple to a few times a week, and then increase usage as you see fit and interest. Many people like to place their standard treadmill in front of a television or stereo so they can be entertained while they train.
- Consider buying a treadmill with guard rails and/or an emergency stop option in case you lose your balance while jogging or running. It is important to begin at a level which feels comfortable for you. Listen to your body; regular use of the treadmill will get you on your way to gaining more stamina – there is no need to rush things.
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Years of tight budgets have forced IT to scrimp on hardware purchases, but despite continued weakness in the world economy, the server market is revving up. Our latest annual InformationWeek State of Servers Survey shows those planning to increase the number of servers in their organizations jumped seven points since 2010, to 32% of the 676 business technology professionals responding. Of those, 23% will also add more-capable devices. This jibes with IDC estimates released in August that show server sales surged almost 18% in the second quarter, with unit shipments up 8.5% vs. the same quarter in 2010. Our data shows this demand is largely fueled by increased use of virtualization, as VMs inexorably displace standalone OS instances as the platform of choice for almost all applications. Widespread virtualization, and concomitant application consolidation, has placed added processing load and memory footprint demands on an aging server fleet.
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It's still early days in mobile apps, and the driving idea behind our Quarterly Review of Business Apps series is to convey a sense of the scope and variety of interesting, useful and economically advantageous activities that business users and IT pros can accomplish using smartphones and tablets.
That's why, instead of installing random apps and pressing buttons, we put a call out on the wires soliciting pitches for the best enterprise-oriented apps. We weren't at a loss for applicants: For this first edition, we sorted through about 50 pitches and scheduled about 20 interviews to narrow the field.
To impose order, we developed six general categories; these are the continents, so to speak, on the map of the app world:
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5 Ways You'll Regret Spending on Valentine's Day
The National Retail Federation is predicting an upturn in spending this Valentine's Day after its consumer survey showed lovestruck buyers planning to spend $130.97 this year just to keep up appearances. That's up from $126.03 last year, but it's easy to say such things when you're dealing with theoretical money.
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We all really know you're just going to jam into the nearest drugstore at the last minute and pull the closest red thing within arm's reach off the shelf. The market research firm NPD Group knows it to be true, as its latest research found that 78% of Valentine's Day shoppers wait until the last week to pick something up. Keep in mind, stores began stocking Valentine's Day items approximately a second after the all-Christmas holiday stations started playing Call Me Maybe again.
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I'll blame my grandmother.� She considered anything that she didn't can herself� an atrocity – with the exception of Pastene peeled whole tomatoes, chickpeas, cannelini beans, or dark tuna in oil.� (My mother followed her example.) The thought process followed, that tuna casserole a recipe containing at least 2 canned ingredients, should be declared illegal.� I, on the other hand, thought the recipe indescribably exotic. My friends' mothers took pity on me and invited me for weeknight suppers.
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What do those pages say about "voice" to the rest of us?
I've told and retold this story to many of my friends and family, and each person has a distinct take on what it all means, but they all ask with a wrinkled brow: Why? Why? Why? I'm anxious to hear your interpretation because I can easily come up with a half-dozen theories.


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Chihuahua Long
Basic Chihuahua Long Information
- Lifespan: 14 - 18 years
- Height: 6 - 9 inches
- Weight: 6 - 6 pounds
Medical Conditions Seen in Chihuahua Longs
- Chronic Valvular Disease
- Polydontia
- Patellar Luxation
- Tracheal Collapse
- Corneal Dystrophy
- Cryptorchidism
- Glaucoma
- Hydrocephalus
- Lens Luxation
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy
- Pulmonic Stenosis
Chihuahua Long Traits
- Jogging Partner
- Lap Dog
- Good with Children
- Warm Weather
- Cold Weather
- Grooming Requirements
- Shedding
- Barking
- Ease of Training
Chihuahua Long History
- The Chihuahua very likely descends from a combination of an ancient Central and South American dog called the Techichi, and Chinese dogs brought to Central America by the Spanish Conquistadors in the 1600s.
- Evidence exists of tiny dogs in Central America at the time of the Conquistadors. Following that time, there is a 300 year gap before the next recorded mention of them, when three tiny dogs were discovered in Chihuahua, Mexico in 1850.
- Origin of the two coat varieties is controversial, with some reports that the earliest discovered Chihuahuas were actually long coats. In fact, the Techichi may have had a moderately long coat.
- Other theories contend that the long coated variety came from crosses to the Papillon, Maltese, or Yorkshire Terrier once the breed came to the attention of American fanciers.
- The AKC recognized the breed in 1904. The first registered Chihuahua was a smooth coat, and the smooth coat has remained the more well-known variety.
- The Chihuahua is considered to be one breed with two varieties, which means that they compete in separate classes at dog shows but can be interbred with one another.
- The long coat results when a dog has two recessive genes for long hair. Smooth Chihuahuas may have either one or two dominant genes for short hair.
- By 1964, the Chihuahua had become the third most popular breed in America, but still, most of them were smooth coats.
- The Chihuahua has consistently remained one of America's top breeds since then, currently ranking 11th in AKC popularity. The long coat seems to be increasing in popularity slightly, although no statistics are kept on this.
Chihuahua Long Behavior Concerns
- Makes both a devoted lap dog and saucy playmate.
- Fairly playful with family children, but children must be supervised because they could easily hurt such a small dog.
- Tends to be a one-person, or at most, one-family dog.
- Reserved toward strangers.
- Early socialization so that it willingly accepts new people is important.
- Good with other dogs and pets, but can foolishly challenge larger strange dogs.
- Some can be overly bold, while others can be overly timid.
- Learns quickly, but tends to have a stubborn streak.
- Does not do well with force-based training methods, but is very good with reward-based training involving food.
- Housetraining can be more challenging than with many other breeds.
Chihuahua Long Suggested Exercises
- Makes a lively and alert housedog.
- Although many of its physical exercise needs can be met with indoor games, it still needs the mental stimulation of walking and sniffing outdoors.
- A walk around the block once or twice daily will meet its outdoor needs, not counting bathroom breaks.
- Many Chihuahuas can be trained to use indoor potty systems.
- Dog parks are not generally a good idea unless only small dogs are allowed together.
- Games and tricks provide needed mental exercise.
- Excursions in a doggy purse can provide supplemental entertainment.
- Chihuahuas can swim, but most aren't crazy about it. They can, however, use a kiddy pool as a swimming pool.
- Chihuahuas, even long coated Chihuahuas, hate the cold. Because of their small size, they lose body heat rapidly. The coat has little undercoat, so it does not store heat well.
Chihuahua Long Grooming
- Coat is soft and either straight or wavy, with fringed ears.
- Brushing two to three times a week will prevent tangles and mats.
- Shedding is average.
- The breed is prone to periodontal problems, which can be prevented in large part by regular tooth brushing.
Suggested Chihuahua Long Nutritional Needs
- Chihuahuas have a tendency to become obese, which may go unnoticed under the long coat.
- Adult dogs should be fed a balanced diet, with restricted calories if the dog starts to gain too much weight.
- Remember, it does not take much food to feed such a small dog, and small snacks can easily add too many calories.
- Chihuahua puppies should be fed often to prevent hypoglycemia, a serious condition to which very small puppies are prone. Frequent small meals of high protein, fat, and complex carbohydrates may help guard against this condition.
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- Grapes and raisins are harmful to dogs.
- Some dog parasites are transferable to humans.
- Many common pet ailments may be detected early and prevented by visiting your veterinarian twice yearly - saving both time, money, and most importantly, ensuring the best quality of life for your dog.
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 all of my friends who love photography, check
all of my friends who love photography, check this video out. It
reminded me of why I love photography! I joined the digital revolution
just like everyone else, but this video reminds me of my 1st
love...film...there is something magical about working in the darkroom
with an image and never knowing what you're gonna get until you come
out! I think I'm going to revisit her, it's been too long!♥ I hope you
enjoy this as much as I did!
I, too, started my journey in
I, too, started my journey in photography in the darkroom and agree...magic happens when you see the image appear and you have such control over the end result. WHile I do shoot digital, I have not been able to get rid of my darkroom equipment...it calls to me.
There aren't enough such
There aren't enough such inspirational projects out there. This one is visually beautiful while expressing a lot of emotion and it makes you think and wonder about your life and your purpose. I've shown it to all my colleagues from the videochat iasi studio and they were visibly touched. I hope to see more such videos appear, the world would become a better place.
All we have in life is our
All we have in life is our desires and the will to pursue them. Being willing to sacrifice everything for what you really want can take to the highest peaks of glory and world fame or it can consume you and destroy your life. My dream has always been to see the world and I got to travel to each continent but as I got older, I couldn't pursue this lifestyle anymore. Instead, I allowed other people to live the dream for me by creating a travel agency that takes them to the French gites placed in a magnificent area of France. It is my gift to them and it is my new dream.
inspirational to the point of
inspirational to the point of forcing me to wonder about my current station in life. What am I doing here? I can't remember watching something so heartbreakingly gorgeous, unswerving in its emotional sway.

Awe inspiring! This is what all fine art and especially
Awe inspiring! This is what all fine art and especially photography is about. Bringing magic to the masses.
I agree. The visuals -- the
I agree. The visuals -- the photography and video -- were attractive. But the video with its clipped editing, music that tells you what to feel, and cliche-filled narration, feels manipulative, pedantic, and self-aggrandizing. Very sophomoric, very L.A.
Adrian, what might happen if
Adrian, what might happen if you just surrender; suspend judgement? What might happen when you just breath, and enjoy another's accomplishment and joy. : ))
Amen. We all need a life
Amen. We all need a life lesson in suspending judgment and genuinely feel the joy in the accomplishhment of others

Over sold, overstated, hyperbolic. That's great, he's
Over sold, overstated, hyperbolic. That's great, he's following his bliss, but it's HIS bliss, not mine.
That's the point...it is his
That's the point...it is his bliss.
Why do we think that our
Why do we think that our "bliss" is reliable or is good rather than self indulgence or delusion?
That's how I feel too. I
That's how I feel too. I could do without the way he aggrandizes himself. 'I created a time machine'. Franz Kafka reached a point of hubris where he felt that every word he wrote had perfection in it. Many artists go to a place like that. It's a 'high'. But it rarely turns anyone on who really understands the creative process. Get over yourself and do what you can. If anyone is going to aggrandize you (and NOBODY should), at least don't let it be yourself.
So find your bliss!
So find your bliss!

It's not about photography. Photography is the vehicle
It's not about photography. Photography is the vehicle for exploring taking risks to do what you are really drawn to do with your life-- including the risk of total failure. There is a story here for anyone willing to suspend judgement about the specifics and look at what it is really about. I'm awed by the process and the images, but I take away the message that the risks I take in pursuing my own artistic path, or any other life path, is right for me. For some, the risk might be letting one's guard down enough to let oneself be loved, knowing it might lead to pain and failure. It's that simple.

Lovely analysis.. that's what I took away from it as well
Lovely analysis.. that's what I took away from it as well...

 Well stated. Full of truth and wisdom of someone who has
Well stated. Full of truth and wisdom of someone who has pursued an authentic life! xo
Yes, exactly. Thank you. :)
Yes, exactly. Thank you. :)
Risk. I believe you risk
Risk. I agree on that point. I believe you risk more if you don't give it a go.

It ia a challenge to do what you have passion to do and
It ia a challenge to do what you have passion to do and be in community for we are all connected.

Incredible, wow, not enough adverbs to describe this
Incredible, wow, not enough adverbs to describe this photo session, this is what perseverance is about. The power we humans can muster when we have a dream and drive to make it happen. Love the work!

sounds familiar!

sounds familiar!

For years I dreamed of turning my van into a camera, but
For years I dreamed of turning my van into a camera, but my life took a different direction. I am so happy that you made this happen.

Inspiring, terrifying and profound.

Inspiring, terrifying and profound.

Yes, we are all connected. You should reflect a moment on
Yes, we are all connected. You should reflect a moment on the amount of chemicals used in your processing. The nature we all enjoy suffer so you can stroke your ego. This is a gratuitous use of chemicals when we should be focusing on doing things more intelligently.

 lol! Name ONE thing we are not doing as a race as a
lol! Name ONE thing we are not doing as a race as a species that isn't tearing apart this earth? Yes, we should be conscious of our impact....but um hello...I'm quite sure he doesn't live in sub urbia and shop at Wal-Mart every week. I'm sure his impact is well below the average American! So, let's be realistic here!
Part of helping the planet, I
Part of helping the planet, I believe, is beink kind, non-judgemental and supportive. It's very easy to see the negative (ha, pun!), look at the positive. You'll even feel happier.
Yea, this is what I thought
Yea, this is what I thought too.
My first thought and I was
I too was shocked at the lack of environmental care and concern. Simple tarps rather than shallow collection tubs? Then he flings a dripping plate out, as if it would have no impact on the place he was flinging it, really?
This film strikes me as the over-indulgent lark of a self absorbed artist. Resources wasted by a white guy playing it sympathetic. Environmental impact that is undeniably harsh, as is evidenced by the breathing apparatus. I love photography and miss the hands on feel of developing in the dark room too. However, I recognize that all those chemicals I dumped down the drain didn't just disappear down a hole and 'go away'. They, in fact were processed out into the local eco-system at a local facility. This photographer is basically pouring those chemicals on the ground.
Perhaps I could have appreciated his zealous pursuit of his dream of a tangible photograph of a daguerreotype nature, if I were not so shocked by his lack of "Leave No Trace" ethic.
We won't get another planet. Inspire me with the achieved dreams of underprivileged people of color that benefit the planet and communities as a whole. I am tired of seeing white guys produce more products that waste resources and end of in landfills that merely serve to perpetuate unsustainable consumer culture. Show me something truly beautiful.
It's lovely, but I agree the
It's lovely, but I agree the amount of chemicals used!
Thanks for having the balls
Thanks for having the balls to post this comment. The entire time I was thinking the same thing.
Of course, the "artist" is wearing an inorganic vapor mask......god forbid the artist become injured.

My enlarger is still out in my garage but I have done
My enlarger is still out in my garage but I have done away with my large format cameras. Rethinking...............Thank you. There is NOTHING like watching an image arise.

Risks, big or small, make us all stronger and better for
Risks, big or small, make us all stronger and better for taking the risks. Step out of your free zone, your safe harbor and face the storm. Strength in failure makes you truly one of Gods greatest creations.

I'm happy that he is not getting his personal
I'm happy that he is not getting his personal satisfaction from Meth, but from something creative like photography, but exactly what is he "sacrificing" for this hobby? I get his point, but the title seems quite off-putting. Indeed, what is he "sacrificing". Fulfilling ourselves with gratifying experiences has its place, but what about our neighbor? This Twixter generation seems to have its fill of personal interests (albeit often very wholesome and illuminating). But are they not "sacrificing" some other worthwhile values? Saving money, making time to be with family, giving to the needy, adopting a child, visiting the sick, buying health insurance, serving others more through your vocation, etc. This guy seems to be spending it all on his hobby. People seem willing to "sacrifice" their savings and time with others for an amazing trip to Machu Picchu. But are they will to sacrifice that trip to Machu Picchu to invest in their children's education? Indeed, exactly what is he sacrificing? I gotta insert some tension here. I know, wet blanket. Sorry.

 Thanks Ryan, I struggle more with what you expressed...<
Thanks Ryan, I struggle more with what you expressed...
I was a bit worried over the
I was a bit worried over the opening screen, also. Had a similar reaction. Thought it was a set up for drug addiction and thought it was a story about what he was willing to sacrifice to overcome the self destructive indulgence. Relieved he wasn't making meth! But I agree with your comments, questions of values. After experiencing horrible family arguments over the care of aging family members with dementia, and realizing how some family members don't want the imposition because it isn't fun, intrudes on their lifestyle, can't take the time, I began to wonder about the values of community, the willingness to sacrifice to make another person's life more comfortable when the other person has more than enough 100 times over. it's very discouraging and painful to watch how many have moved away from these concerns. I appreciate the message of taking risks, letting one's guard down to love and be loved or express one's inner creativity and risking failure. Not sure one can grow into an authentic human being without it, but I do wonder how many people in today's society are concerned about those values.
You are a very judgemental
You are a very judgemental person. It is not your place to decide whether a life has value because someone is or is not helping a sick person or adopting a child. We all have a role to play and somewhere along the line folks need to accept artists as working members of society. After September 11th the museums in New York City were free. The reason being is that art can offer a healing and folks were in great need for something to feel better and who knew how that would come. But instinctively we chose to sit quietly in front of a painting or write poetry. Art is not "just a hobby". It is a calling worthy of your respect. I am an artist and yes....I serve humanity, more than you know. Where would we be without Mozart, Michelangelo, Picasso and ...oh yeah, Ansel Adams.
i agree artists and art are a
i agree artists and art are a valuable part of any culture, but i have more than once encountered "artists" who feel that because they do art they are entitled to being carried by the rest of us. for example, i'm in the healing arts, and an aquaintance of mine, an artist, was in pain and needed some help. of course i helped her. she had no money to pay, being an artist who hasn't been actually creating art for a rather long while. but still, i helped her. after she felt better she told me she was thinking about getting a facelift, as she hated the way her face looked as it aged...i was more than a little surprised that she could afford that when she couldn't pay me, but...
this is not the only experience of this kind that i have had with the artist community...word gets around that i'm willing to help people without alot of miney. but at some point, i have rent to pay, and i also have my calling...to help the sick. i rarely even think of it. but when i read your comments, i felt the desire to share my own thoughts and experiences.
i have also had artists who insisted on paying full fee, even if it had to come in payments over time, so i'm not saying this is true of all who persue art as a "calling." i'm just wanting to remind people that persuing their calling doesn't mean they are entitled to being carried. they need to carry themselves.
To emphasize the point made
To emphasize the point made by Ryan. What exactly is the sacrifice being made here? The story is incomplete until we know what the photographer sacrificed in order to fulfill his dream.
Agree agree agree with you
Agree agree agree with you Ryan!
I agree with you too. I'm
I agree with you too. I'm happy he's happy, that counts. But sacrifice is not the word I'd use. Waste perhaps. Or selfishness.

sorry, i don't get it.

sorry, i don't get it.
Same here. "Heartbreakingly
Same here. "Heartbreakingly Beautiful?" "Sacrifice?" huh?

Making the invisible , visible; the unseen, seen.
Making the invisible , visible; the unseen, seen. Brilliant

TAKE MY BREATH AWAY, FANTASTIC....YOUR COMMENTS ABOUT THE

Neshobe's comment below is a great reflection of my
Neshobe's comment below is a great reflection of my thoughts about this video. This video speaks powerfully to the challenges of creative work -- of devoting one's self fully to the process, holding the questions about the worth of the work, the meaning of the work, and the worth of one's self and the path. An honest portrayal of the experience of many creative people.

Would you like to come out to shoot my farm in Iowa?
Would you like to come out to shoot my farm in Iowa? Trees, prairies, creek, cows, limestone bluffs. Can stay and eat muffins?

Where's the LOVE button.

Where's the LOVE button.

I have a faith today that mankind will overcome its greed
I have a faith today that mankind will overcome its greed and selfishness. That we know right from wrong. That we are choosing to love and value each other more than we love and value things. I see more and more brothers and sisters who are asking themselves if it's more important to chase the almighty dollar and worship at the alter of "More!" or whether the way is through service, love, compassion and following their heart and their bliss.
By those without vision it is decried as madness and immaturity but those of us who can see are clapping and cheering them! We are inspired and awed to our cores! Figure out what's real, what truly matters, what speaks to you and start putting one foot in front of the other. This brother inspires me and he has made my world a bigger, more appealing place!
These are stunning art pieces
These are stunning art pieces. Thank you.
I love this shit. People
I love this s***. People finding their passion and chasing it and making it a reality...creating w/ joy.
Wow. Something worth a spent
Wow. Something worth a spent life saving. I want to buy one of these.
Thank you. COMPLETELY.
Thank you. COMPLETELY. MORE. PLEASE. YES ¥ ¥ ¥
I loved the photos, but what
I loved the photos, but what impact was the use of all those chemicals having on the environment? If people want to experience this wonderful part of the world, they should be able to do so, without fear of being poisoned, or the very trees and plants he is photographing , being irreversibly damaged.
Wow! Beautiful, inspirational
Wow! Beautiful, inspirational and peacefully exciting!
Impressed with the first
Impressed with the first photograph......but not the process which is unique only to them. Photography is about capturing light and life. It is not about process which is only a means.
That was AMAZING! I really
That was AMAZING! I really had no idea where it was going at the beginning. I thought I was looking at a meth lab. That is absolutely awe-inspiring.
Wow what detail. High Five
Wow what detail. High Five this one.
I guess we must first ask the
I guess we must first ask the right questions.............
Quite amazing from an artist
Quite amazing from an artist and photographer's point of view... but from an ecologist's point of view... how do the chemicals affect the environment?
Beautiful film and beautiful
Beautiful film and beautiful sentiment. My only comment is I hope the liquid chemicals used to make the art are cleaned up from the premises and disposed of properly
Inspirational, beautiful,
Inspirational, beautiful, admirable. Thank you
Thank you for the inspiration
Thank you for the inspiration, the beauty, and the emotional exposure.
Doing what you love and
Doing what you love and struggling through it. Is it worth it? Does it matter? Powerful video. I'd like to hear your what this video made you think Trent.
Yes incredible and / but I
Yes incredible and / but I want to see more of the work that came out of this! Feeling somewhat frustrated at the same time as most definitely inspired.
BEAUTIFUL....in the art, and
BEAUTIFUL....in the art, and in the message!
Thank you for sharing your
Thank you for sharing your vision and your skills! Very inspirational.
In the intro, I thought he
In the intro, I thought he was in a meth lab.
Great promo video.
Does he manage to recoup the 500$?
Where do all the toxic chemicals end up?
Oh my g-d. This is beautiful.
Oh my g-d. This is beautiful. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you...for it all.
Truly beautiful art doesn't
Truly beautiful art doesn't require gas masks...
I love your time machine, it
I love your time machine, it takes us to the places we may never have seen with out your teletransportation. You are a true Artist.
Watched this several times. I
Watched this several times. I am so grateful that some of us do what feeds us, deeply.
I love it..
I love it..
Thanks for showing us, among
Thanks for showing us, among other things, that documentation can be person-scale art.
As a full time artist I am
As a full time artist I am inspired by this video...keeps me at the solitary work of creation! Thank you
Exquisite abd inspiring.
Exquisite abd inspiring. Thank you
Really beautiful vision and
Really beautiful vision and commitment to being all you can be....
This commitment to following
This commitment to following a passion for something beautiful, a passion the origin of which comes from who and what one is, can take the doer and the watcher on pathways of spiritual wonder.
Spent the day talking to
Spent the day talking to friend about something we love and will sacrifice for, and came home to this. Powerful.
What a joy to capture God's
What a joy to capture God's beautiful creations. Keep your mind open.
Beautiful. Inspiring. Deep
Beautiful. Inspiring. Deep yet simple. Thank you.
Just beautiful!
Just beautiful!
A magnificent depiction of
A magnificent depiction of what it takes to go after something you are passionate about.
Beautiful........the essence
Beautiful........the essence of life....live our dreams -that's all we can do.
it is a nice thing. One
it is a nice thing. One important question left behind does he care about the environment as well? I see he throwing the stuff around and some liquid around!
Fun cool medium to work in
Fun cool medium to work in but can't help thinking about all the chemistry he's dumping in the natural environment. The nice thing about digital imagery is it's softer on the environment which is really more needed at this time in the world than large plate silver photography.
Having been in Photography
Having been in Photography for 75 years ( yes since 1935) I feel for all you tree huggers who see anti green in progress. Get a life!
95% of photographic chemicals are organic, biodegradable. If our carbon oriented lifestyle is causing global warming why are Venus and Mars also showing warming? In the early days of the aircraft industry we printed, photographically, on 6X9 foot sheets.
I like the guys work. My guess there is a little weed mixed in there but then, most productive people have relaxed with some sort of hallucinogen.
This is fascinating and
This is fascinating and wonderful, but why the over the top sell job? Like his photographs, Ruhter's journey is one of a kind and inspirational, but I can't say it's beauty broke my heart nor did it have me "pondering my station in life." Holy cow, that gives viewers expectations that are pretty tough to live up to!
Hi Kristi. As you can tell, I
Hi Kristi. As you can tell, I (and many others) were moved by it. We hear from quite a few people who aspire to live a life of passion and beauty, people who want to do exactly what the photographer did: pursue his passion at the expense of his pocketbook and a more comfortable, stable studio life. For me, it's a challenge as I think of my own passions and my willingness to pursue them at any cost.
Obviously, these types of stories have different appeal for various folks, and I respect that. For our blog, I ask all our writers to bring themselves to their pieces and not just "report" — and this is what I tried to do. The onus is on me to deliver on my promise, and I thought this did. I didn't mean to disappoint you but hope that you enjoyed it even if it didn't move you to pondering. :) Cheers!
"What are you willing to
"What are you willing to sacrifice?" This is one of the relatively few MOST important questions we can ask ourselves. If, as Rilke intimated, we have the heart and will to live into the question, the 'answers' that manifest will radically alter our lives for the better and the lives of others for the better. It is a healing ('wholing') question. Ruhter shares his 'living into...' brilliantly. The creative life is absolutely uncertain except for one thing... the certainty that one is truly alive, in a state of love. Thank you and congratulations, Ian!
My dearest Ian, You are of
My dearest Ian, You are of the generation of pioneers. You have taken your dream and made it real. :Your courage, undaunting dedication, determination and resolve moves me to believe there is hope for this world with people like you (and your crew) doing what you are doing. Afraid, I'm sure, but having the strength to trample that fear and move forward. I CONGRATULATE YOU AND I THANK YOU FOR SHARING. THERE IS MUCH THE OLDER GENERATIONS CAN LEARN FROM YOU. PLEASE, PLEASE, MY DEAR IAN, CONTINUE ON YOUR JOURNEY AND I THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS WITH ME, AS I FELT A CONNECTION WITH YOU. GOD BLESS YOU IN YOUR WORK.
What encouragement you are to
What encouragement you are to me! Thank you. You said so many things that I ask myself...maybe I suck, I feel like I suck...maybe I'm going down the wrong path...the only limitation there are are the ones I put on myself...if it was super easy, it would be fun!
Thank you again.
If you are looking for
If you are looking for "something so heartbreakingly gorgeous, unswerving in its emotional sway, inspirational to the point of forcing me to wonder about my current station in life" try sacrificing your Sunday morning and attend the Divine Liturgy.
Doing what you love is an
Doing what you love is an extention of mindful living. So much of our life goes by because we are searching for the elusive thing that makes us feel love and loved..I like to think like St. Theresa " Do little things with great love" OUr entire life is one hugh oppertunity to love deeply one little choice at a time
Ian you are on your path and
Ian you are on your path and it is very nobel. Thanks for reminding us to follow our vision quests
I have given up my home, a
I have given up my home, a job and a relationship to follow what I perceive is my task in life improving the lives of children through an anthorposophical understanding of the human being. There are no limits to what I will give up. However, I do fear homelessness.
Out of the darkroom into the
Out of the darkroom into the light. There is a deep hunger in our culture to create things with our hands.
If you are after "so
If you are after "so heartbreakingly gorgeous, unswerving in its emotional sway, inspirational to the point of forcing me to wonder about my current station in life. What am I doing here?" You should sacrifice your Sunday mornings and attend Divine Liturgy...
Thank you!
Thank you!
So beautiful. The only thing
So beautiful. The only thing is, what about all those chemicals that he uses falling to the ground being absorbed by the earth.
Not so eco friendly I must say.
Great story!
Great story!
Thank you for sharing your
Thank you for sharing your journey of believing in believing!
Awesome. Beautifully awesome
Awesome. Beautifully awesome.
Beautiful, is what, and yeah,
Beautiful, is what, and yeah, it works and it is a true thing. Every artist needs to see this film.
Very inspirational -exactly
Very inspirational -exactly the medicine we need for the 21st Century!
I started out creatively with photography as a young man and have only returned to it with 3D laser scanning: (read my 'Musings' section about light).
But I absolutely love your dream, your vision, and your commitment. I sent this on to many creative folks to cheer you on!
~Scott Page, Berkeley, CA
How amazing to accept this
How amazing to accept this great gift of ingenuity at such a tender age. I am watching this just as we move past Winter Solstice. This reminds me of the light we all carry within our souls. It just takes some of some a little longer to open their hearts to it.
this is the post-postmodern.
this is the post-postmodern. the tide is among us.
Do what you love.
Do what you love.
As beautiful as these
As beautiful as these photographs are, and as enthused as the artists are, what about at least a mention of the Great Creator who made the light and the trees, the world and all living things? Images can not be taken without the existence of this amazing Earth, with her natural systems and cycles and all living things. Is the image more important than the real? Who is the artist of the real? This is where a little humbleness is called for, and reverence, and gratitude. May this artistʻs journey lead him on to even greater realization.
This has made my day. I wish
This has made my day. I wish all potsngis were this good.
I have been ranting about the
I have been ranting about the magic of silver and refuse to go digital. This touches my heart. Wonderful evocation of darkroom magic. The dream of authentic human vision.
Not a big fan of people using
Not a big fan of people using so many disturbing chemicals out in nature. Can anyone tell me what impact there maybe with the chemicals he is using?
A magnificent statement of
A magnificent statement of creativity and individuality and the struggle to get it just right. I have lived that struggle all my creative life as a filmmaker and honor this film and all the characters who made it possible. I recently struggled to create art from burned objects and made a movie of the experience– .
David Altman–filmmaker
Makes me miss my black and
Makes me miss my black and white developing days.
Would love to purchase one of these.
Incredible tenacity and
Incredible tenacity and beauty
It's a good history lesson,
It's a good history lesson, but if we were all still doing photography using so many chemicals, our rivers, streams and well waters would be a lot more polluted than they already are. One of the good things photography did was go digital.
Great video on sharing doing
Great video on sharing doing what you love :-)... thank you.
our only limitations are the
our only limitations are the ones we place on ourselves. You are amazing
Amazing project. I hope to
Amazing project. I hope to one day see your work. I'm comped by your dedication and passion. To have family portraits don'e like this. That would be ideal.
I love it. I found it
I love it. I found it inspiring. We're seeing beauty through his unique vision. That is art.
Outstanding. As an old
Outstanding. As an old Photographer and on who was also a Photo Chemist. I salute you and the Project you have embarked upon. There are a lot of "Old School" Navy Photographers out there rooting for you. Don't lose heart. Wet plate is different with every shot. Keep up the good work..
John A Robertson
thank your for your show i
thank your for your show i am a huge fan been listening for years i am an adjunct professor in the religious studies
department in a jesuit college in buffalo i like the "staff pick" on "what would you be willing to sacrifice"... here is a youtube
presentation on the philosophy (and *spirituality*) of photography by Henri Cartier-Bresson which i thought you would like
and would be worth posting thanks again for all you
do... thanks for just... being :)
Thank you for doing this
Thank you for doing this beautiful and important work. Now I am inspired!
. . . perseverance furthers .
. . . perseverance furthers . . .and you chose to be in the most beautiful places . . . and your photos remind me to go out and experience those places. Thank you!
Beautiful and yet it's an
Beautiful and yet it's an example of the "I want, I need, I'm unfulfilled, etc." aspect of the human ego, and also, the unexamined soul. He's aiming his efforts at a form of self-realization, and yet, our notion of "self" realization has not yet included our immediate surroundings. I too want realization, but not at the expense of the Planet's ecosystem. My experience of watching this was two-fold: inspired AND dismayed at how the inspiration of his passion glossed over his unconscious use of chemicals. Now, show me a soul-passion that is integrated with Planet-passion and you've got something!
So beautiful....Both the
So beautiful....Both the struggle and the "end" result (is there ever an end?)....Thank you for sharing.
I loved the discipline and
I loved the discipline and passion of these determined artists. I could feel their energy in capturing the images they so wanted to freeze on the "frame", larger than any other camera. This is a beautiful film about vision, drive and the creative mastery of a process. I loved it!
I love you for making this
I love you for making this film.
Ian , your art is astounding.
Ian , your art is astounding. We done. All the pain you went through to create those masterpieces was so worth it. I am a sculptor and have not taken the time to understand photographic methodology, but am now feeling a need to try it. Thank you
very cool. It pulls at my
very cool. It pulls at my heart strings. It is true art at it's core. Thank you for sharing
This is so relevant for so
This is so relevant for so many artistic pursuits. I get it. Thank you.
I forwarded it to my friends
I forwarded it to my friends ... for all those pursuing a dream this summer ....
Does anyone fret when he has
Does anyone fret when he has trouble with the photographs? Does anyone
believe a genuine moment was captured when he tosses the plate into the desert?
Is it even possible to be genuine at all when you're making a promotional film about yourself
but presenting it as a regular documentary? I love Ian's photography and his filmmaking
but this kind of self-mythologizing makes me TUIMM.*
*throw up in my mouth. yes, i'm just being silly now.
Thank you for showing us
Thank you for showing us something so genuine, so deeply human. Woven between dreams, courage and tenacity the video leaves a resounding sense in my heart to deepen and 'step up' too as a leader in my world.
Many thanks
Totally amazing.
Totally amazing.
so beautiful & inspiring. "If
so beautiful & inspiring. "If it was super easy, it wouldn't be fun." so true.
Beautiful images but at what
Beautiful images but at what cost? This art form is TOXIC! Gas masks, heavy rubber gloves and protective clothing in the middle of Yosemite!! As these beautiful images are being created, toxic chemicals are spilling over onto the earth, leaking off the tarps, contaminating and harming the earth, ground water and air. YUCK.
A beautiful example of what
A beautiful example of what it really means to be 'all in.' I, for one, am grateful for this man's exquisite gift. For sharing the way he sees the world, for showing me. Inspirational.
I would love to be updated
I would love to be updated and find out about where you are now, what are you doing, and how you are. Thank you for sharing your story.
thank you for sharing - you
thank you for sharing - you are amazing -your devoition, your caring shows
wishing you much luck - keep it up - we will enjoy your efforts-
I know it takes work, much work - but, it is well worth it.
thank you again
My mouth is hanging slack as
My mouth is hanging slack as the video closes; awesome hardly justifies what you are doing and what you have accomplished, As I watched this and heard your self-doubt, criticism and cynicism be shared with the camera, I couldn't help but think two consecutive thoughts -- "NO, how can you have such negative thoughts about the beauty of your dream; how can you doubt yourself for trying to realize something that is so big and unknown; how can you know that what you are doing is not right when it hasn't been done before, how can you doubt the realization of your innovative process is not just exactly the way it is supposed to be - that what you are creating is perfect now - and only your doubts are getting in the way of you seeing the perfect-ness of what you are doing?" and "Shhhhh...you are in the place you just described as "one of the most beautiful places in the world' and you are criticizing something that is just as beautiful and unique -- your expressive process." As the camera pans across Half Dome and as you climb up off the road while the snow is cascading down the hillside above you, it is almost as if we were being shown proof that Yosemite is in a constant state of flux and still morphing on itself after eons of time to create itself and you want the perfect shot to occur when you say it is time? A cosmic joke, perhaps, or maybe another example of how we seldom give ourselves the grace God gives us and the world - the grace to say, 'Maybe not the best, but close enough to call it good. Now, what's next?' I'm proud of you for trying so hard to get it right and I'm amazed that I think one of your first shots shown on the video would have been acceptable as mind-blowingly incredible. Keep at it, Ian, as only you will know when it is right for you. I'd love to be kept informed, if you are so inclined. Best of the best, Rhonda @ email@example.com
I think all you can ask for
I think all you can ask for in life is to find your purpose. I know many people spend their whole life searching for it. To see someone find theirs is truly amazing and inspiration at the same time. You can feel how much passion and commitment they have. You envy that person. It makes you want to find your purpose, passion, and desires so you can see how far it will take you. Really enjoyed the video. Thanks so much.
What's with the face masks?
What's with the face masks?
Who are these egomaniacs, and
Who are these egomaniacs, and why are they poisoning our planet? Is it worth it, nuthuggers? Smoke, mirrors, and poison.
Through Ruhter's experience I
Through Ruhter's experience I can imagine a little what the early photographers went through dragging huge cameras and chemicals and hardware with the then most advanced technology. When we now see the spectacular results, results we can readily duplicate, more or less, with far lower resolution, clarity and size using mass-produced instruments, how many of us understand how difficult, difficult, difficult it was. How much time and dedication, how many failures, plates thrown into the scenery in frustration? To continue doing this, you have to love the process and the product. I admire the artist.
You have lived the American
You have lived the American Dream---you followed your passion!! God bless you!
Hi, tube over the aperture
Hi, tube over the aperture might reduce atmospheric effects to get the waterfall pic
What an amazing journey.
What an amazing journey. Thanks for reinventing your art. It is beautiful!
The magic of film. Thank you
The magic of film. Thank you for reminding me what attracted me to photography in the first place.. and that all is not lost to the digital world - for showing what beauty is possible, when you have a dream!
beautiful photography but
beautiful photography but wondering about the toxic dumping of chemicals onto the land scape you adored??
Love the story and the
Love the story and the message of the video. But for whoever decided how to 'market' it - not cool. Yep, I just sat through your entire 9 minute video like an idiot. i thought that sooner or later the naked girl and meth head which started the video would be incorporated into the story - or at the very least be addressed, but no. I guess you expected me to be so overwhelmed and caught up the story that I'd forget?? I mean, it is 9 minutes long. And yea, it was a great story about making art and one that I would usually find amazing - but this was set up under false pretenses. Thinking about unfollowing On Being on twitter haha and I never get that annoyed
i held my breath throughout
i held my breath throughout this piece. Ian Ruhter is inspiring.Thank you. I turned my life upside down to follow what I love, taking care of horses, and today this helped me to know that it was worth the upheaval. "The Great work of your life", by Stephen Cope is a perfect read for anyone who thinks about pursuing their passion.
What a beautiful expression
What a beautiful expression of the journey of life! Congratulations to Mr Ruhter for finding the entering point for a journey worth taking!
My purpose in life seems to
My purpose in life seems to have me surrounded by those who need help finding a pathway, not an end point, for it is on the pathway that we truly find our happiness. Why are we so "final goal" oriented, the points scored, the finished cake? The joy of this film is watching his inner peace and happiness by reaching down to a creative self, that self a larger power wanted us to be.
Veja este artista com
Veja este artista com fotografia
What strikes me most
What strikes me most powerfully is that this creative, passionate, persistent man starts feeling that he "sucks" because he hits a rough patch in his life's work. We are so much more than what we do and the work of our hands.But we have trouble believing that. Despite the magnificent work that he achieved prior to his troubles at Yosemite, he felt small when that happened. He perserverred, which many folks will likely argue is the point, but I find another point here. As I've said, we are all so vulnerable to plunging self-confidence, to self-doubt,self-loathing even. And that is a great human tragedy.
i notice all the gear those
i notice all the gear those dudes are wearing using all those chemicals. i don't notice so much protection for the ground below - the roots, the air...


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Basic English Setter Information
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- Height: - inches
- Weight: - pounds
Medical Conditions Seen in English Setters
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- Deafness
- Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
- Osteochondrosis Dissecans
- Hip Dysplasia
- Elbow Dysplasia
- Hypothyroidism
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy
- Ectropion
English Setter Traits
- Jogging Partner
- Lap Dog
- Good with Children
- Warm Weather
- Cold Weather
- Grooming Requirements
- Shedding
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- A good candidate for dog parks.
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English Setter Grooming
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- It needs monthly bathing.
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- Puppies should be fed a balanced a puppy food.
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