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All the amusement parks charge why not haunts?
I know when I visited Spookywoods and Woods of Terror in NC they both charged to park there I think it was $5 per car.
All the amusement parks charge why not haunts?
Just look at the law.. They can put up all the signs they want. They are still liable. Ask any attorney that deals with those type suits. If you charge you are liable. If it is free only then can you put up signs that you are parking at your own risk. We still cover our lots with insurance just to be safe.
Get your money for your show not parking that is stupid...
I wouldn't say it's stupid. If you can get the money get it. Most people come in groups anyway this might encourage more of that.
Charging for parking, particularly in this economy, is a bad idea and just adds another reason for people to skip your attraction. Theme parks get away with it because they offer a full day and night of fun for under a hundred bucks and they are a destination that many people plan vacations around. Haunts not so much. A haunted house provides maybe 30+ minutes for $15 to 25. Any haunt that charged me for parking, I would skip on principle alone.
Just cause you can get it, don't mean you should do it.
I could not have said it myself better sawdust.
We have a 12 year old sod parking lot that we installed drainage tile under several years ago so rains do not cause problem. Basically 4 rows of cars that are very close to 200 yards long. Have 4 parking lot attendants that I pay $10 an hour and do not charge for parking.
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We park in a field that is 4 acres and we have 5 to 8 attendants depending on the night. On busy nights they earn their money. I just don't think charging to park is a good idea. Paying parking attendants is a cost of doing business. If you don't charge your costumers $10.00 to park they may spend $20.00 at your concessions!
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DENVER – Democrats struck down a Republican proposal to arm teachers with concealed guns Monday.
It was the first Republican attempt to respond to mass shootings in Aurora and an elementary school in Connecticut, and the first of many rounds of fights over gun control this year.
Monday's debate points to a culture clash at the Capitol that will make it difficult to achieve consensus as the Legislature tackles gun control for the first time since the 1999 Columbine High School massacre.
One side says the country has too many guns, while the other side says there are not enough.
Sen. Ted Harvey, R-Highlands Ranch, said gun-free zones at schools don't work, and teachers should be armed if they want to be.
"Gun-free zones only work for those that are law-abiding citizens," Harvey said. "The criminals, the bad guys, they don't care. But they do know that the good guys don't have guns."
Harvey has school-age kids, and his wife is a teacher.
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Harvey's Senate Bill 9 would have let school boards allow teachers to carry concealed weapons. It failed on a 3-2 vote in the Senate Judiciary Committee.
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That irked Sen. Kevin Lundberg, R-Berthoud.
"What do you want them to do, run and hide? Honestly, is this really the logic we're going to apply?" Lundberg said. "Are you really meaning to say that citizens should not be trusted with weapons for defense, and we should be left with ballpoint pens and running and hiding?"
The hearing became testy when Sen. Scott Renfroe, R-Greeley, challenged a critic of his bill, Sen. Jessie Ulibarri, D-Commerce City.
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READING, Pa. - Hope appears to be running thin for many people in Reading, trying to survive in the nation's poorest city.
And for residents like Efrain Zabala, that means celebrating your 54th birthday with no frills, and in a house with no heat.
"Well, to tell you the truth," said Efrain, "I'm so used to it."
Efrain's brother, Edward, sleeps in the back room with a few pieces of thin plastic covering the windows. He does have a very small electric heater on the floor, but it still is not enough.
"I sleep with all this on [clothes], and I put three blankets on," said Edward.
The Zabala brothers live on McKnight Street, in Reading. There is no hot water, and they said making ends meet is a challenge.
"You better believe it. A big task," said Edward.
"You got to take the good with the bad for now. There's no choice," said Efrain.
Edward said he has not been able to find full-time work for a while.
Efrain is on disability and walks with a cane. Despite the physical impairment, he explained he is determined to finish making the repairs around the house so he can sell the home. It could mean more desperately needed income. But there is just one obstacle.
"You know a lot of people ain't buying houses," said Efrain.
Efrain and Edward's struggle with poverty is hardly unique in the city of Reading. According to the U.S. Census, Reading has the largest percentage of people living in poverty in the nation.
Just down the street from the Zabala brothers lives Felicity Lord.
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"It's going to be hard to pay the bills. Then we'll get behind," said Lord. "Then we got to play catch up."
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"Better paying jobs, something you can live on," said Lord.
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"A nice little apartment would do for me," said Edward. "Yeah a nice little apartment. You know? Where I can live comfortably, you know, bring my brother with me."
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I put together a list of gifts for the women in your life, from electronics to jewellery to stuff for the kitchen. Of course it tends to be slanted towards stuff that Wendy likes but hopefully it gives you some ideas as well. I know of one guy that just gives his wife a watch every single year. It doesn't matter how nice of a watch it is, after a decade of watches, you need to show some creativity.
Take a look around and if you have any better ideas, let me know in the comments. You can see all of the other Christmas Gift and Idea Guides here.
According to Apple, the 7 inch tablet market is targeted towards female users. I am not sure about that but Wendy does love her Kobo Vox (especially after it came with a firmware update that included Google Play) and so I thought I would start by highlighting some 7 inch tablets.
Kindle Fire HD ($199) | It features:
- 1280×800 HD display with polarizing filter and anti-glare technology for rich color and deep contrast from any viewing angle
- Exclusive Dolby audio and dual-driver stereo speakers for immersive, virtual surround sound
- World's first tablet with dual-band, dual-antenna Wi-Fi for 40% faster downloads and streaming (compared to iPad 3)
- High performance 1.2 Ghz dual-core processor with Imagination PowerVR 3D graphics core for fast and fluid performance
- Integrated support for Facebook, Twitter, Gmail, Hotmail, Yahoo! and more, as well as Exchange calendar, contacts, and email
- Front-facing HD camera for taking photos or making video calls using Skype, Facebook, and other apps
All of that and $100 less than the iPad Mini.
Google Nexus 7 ($199) | Same kind of features as the Kindle Fire HD. Of course with the Amazon Kindle app you can read your Kindle books on your Nexus 7. Nexus 7 was designed with gaming in mind. With heart pounding quad-core performance, a vibrant 1280-by-800 high-resolution display, and sensors like a gyroscope and accelerometer – do a barrel roll then tilt, touch and tap your way to the top of the leaderboards while exploring over 700,000 apps and games on Google Play. In other words it's faster than the Kindle Fire
iPad Mini ($329) | At $129 more, you get two cameras, the fastest processor, and access to the amazing Apple app store. The bad news is that it has the lowest resolution screen of all of them. While the technical elite are complaining about the lower screen resolution and the tablet not shipping with a Retina Display, it won't make that big of a difference on a 7 inch screen. Again if you are moving from a Kindle, just download the Kindle app and you will have a seamless transition
If you are just looking for an e-reader, check out the basic Amazon Kindle ($69). At only $69, it has an e-ink screen, works well outside, and the battery lasts forever. It doesn't have any of the bells and whistles of a tablet but you can't beat it for reading. Not everyone has a desire to be online 24/7 which is why you still see Kindles all over campus and on a commute. An even smaller option is the Kobo Mini ($99).  All I know is my friends love their Kindles.
The Washington Post puts all of the mini tablets through their paces here. Read and pick the right one for you.
Griddle ($40) | Wendy wanted one of these a couple of years ago and I was told not to get her one by some cooks that I know. They said she would only use it for cooking up eggs, sausage, and pancakes and that is exactly what she wanted one for. Doh!
Frozen Yogurt, Sorbet, & Ice Cream Maker ($75) | This fully automatic small appliance makes frozen yogurt, sorbet, and homemade ice cream in as little as 25 minutes. The frozen-dessert maker features a heavy-duty motor and a double-insulated freezer bowl that holds up to 2 quarts of frozen dessert at a time. Simply add ingredients, turn the machine on, and frozen drinks and desserts are ready in minutes. Its large ingredient spout allows for easily adding favourite mix-ins, and an instruction book and recipes come included.
Cuisinart Convection Toaster Oven ($80) | If your loved one loves to cook and entertain, you would be surprised what a good convection toaster oven can do to make her life easier. Cuisinart's custom toaster oven broiler is large enough and smart enough to present a full range of menu options. Toast 4 bagel halves, bake an 11-inch pizza, or broil two big open-faced sandwiches. When the cooking is done, its easy clean with reflective non-stick coating on oven's interior that wipes clean in seconds, which enhances heat efficiency and ensures even toasting.
Adagio Teas Tea Maker ($88) If you are looking for a tea maker that does steep the tea, check out the Adagio Teas Electric 32-Ounce Tea Maker. This maker does it all – heats water, steeps leaves, and keeps tea warm so you may enjoy it all day long. Variable timer and temperature control lets you adjust the strength of an infusion, ensuring a perfect cup of tea each time. Works well with all tea varieties.
Wolfgang Puck 6-Qt. Electric Gourmet Wok with Tempered Glass Lid and Steaming Tray ($90) | The unit's curved cooking interior promotes proper stir-frying, while its wide top and narrow bottom allow for frying with less oil than with a straight-sided pan. Simply heat the oil; add any favourite combination of fresh vegetables, tofu, or meat; then keep things moving with a long-handled wooden spatula. The countertop appliance works well not only for stir-frying, but also for braising, sautéing, and more. Choose from a variety of temperature settings: sear, high, medium, keep warm, minimum, and everything in between. Other highlights include a generous 6-quart capacity with a 14-inch diameter and a 4-1/2-inch depth, a tempered-glass lid with a stay-cool knob, a steaming tray for seafood or veggies, a temperature probe with a quick-release lever, and heat-resistant side handles for safe, comfortable transport.
For more kitchen ideas, check out Wendy's Christmas Gift Guide for the Cook at The Cooking Blog.
iPod Nano ($149) | Apple has reinvented the iPod Nano, making it larger physically and expanding it's capacity to 16 gb. It now has a larger, 2.5-inch Multi-Touch display. Play your favourite songs, browse music by genre, or listen to Genius playlists and FM radio. Or watch movies and widescreen videos on the bigger screen. A perfect workout partner, iPod nano tracks your steps, your runs, and burned calories and syncs to the Nike+ website to challenge friends. And with built-in Bluetooth technology, you can wirelessly connect to speakers, headphones, or car stereos.
If you are looking for something more advanced, check out the new iPod Touch ($299) | iPod touch features a 6-mm ultrathin design and brilliant, 4-inch Retina display. The 5-megapixel iSight camera lets you take stunning photos, even in panorama, or record 1080p video. Discover music, movies, and more from the iTunes Store, or browse apps and games from the App Store. And with iOS 6—the world's most advanced mobile operating system—you get Siri, iMessage, Facebook integration, FaceTime, Game Center, and more. Now that sounds fun.
Beats by Dre Tour in ear headphones ($149) | Made to stream the soundtrack of your life with perfect, clear sound. Tour headphones were made to stream your favourite music. Seven pairs of different-sized ear tips ensure snug fitting buds. Accurate speaker design plays music back loud and full of detail. Now if you don't want to pay $149 for a pair of premium headphones, check out JVC's Xtreme Xplosive headphones ($16) which are getting excellent reviews on Amazon and across the web.
Bose Wave Music System $499 | The famous Wave music system still sets the standard for quality audio and ease of use among one-piece, table top stereos. Its award-winning design adds a touch of distinction to almost any room. No wonder so many people use it as their main home entertainment system. Numerous reviews speak of the Bose Wave's clarity and amazing room filling sound. If you are looking for the best all in one unit, this is the one you are looking for.
If you want to go old school, make sure you check out this Sangean Tabletop Radio ($85) | Elegant simplicity combined with state-of-the-art performance sets the Sangean Model WR-11 AM/FM Table Top Radio head and shoulders above the competition. In true Sangean tradition, AM/FM reception is excellent providing clear and static free listening. Rotary dials adjust the volume, selects AM/FM bands, and precisely tunes your station selection displayed in a softly lighted analog display. An LED tuning eye assures you're achieving the best reception for your selected station. In addition, a stereo headphone jack and provision for an external AM and FM antenna is also provided. An AUX-In jack for playing your favourite MP3 music from your portable devices is available as well as a Record-Out jack for routing to your recording equipment or external devices.
Timex Women's Ironman Watch ($37) | Built to handle extreme activities, this timepiece is designed with a completely unique white resin design that's wide at the case and narrow at the strap. The Ironman has everything you need: an easy-to-use 24-hour countdown timer countdown/stop (CS) and countdown/repeat (CR); a one-hour chronograph with lap or split option; a daily/weekday/weekend alarm with five-minute backup; a 30-lap memory recall for workout review; a 99-lap counter. The oval dial has a white digital display with day/date/month calendar, an Indiglo night light, Night-Mode features, and two time zone settings. Powered by precise quartz movement, this Timex is water resistant to 330 feet (100 M).
Canon Powershot A2300 Digital Camera ($99) | The Canon PowerShot A2300 16MP Compact Digital Camera, is simple and stylish. This compact camera is packed with advancements that make it easy to get a great shot every time. Smart AUTO recognizes 32 predefined shooting situations then automatically picks the proper camera settings for you. Saving memories in breathtakingly realistic 720p HD is as easy as pressing the dedicated movie button. You will see extraordinary resolution and fast performance with the 16.0 Megapixel Image Sensor and DIGIC 4 Image Processor, and capture more dynamic, exciting images with the 5x Optical Zoom with 28mm Wide-Angle lens. Digital IS greatly reduces blur by recognizing the main subject and applying the best camera shake correction. Â
All of this really means that you will be able to take great photos when you want. Â Sure she has a camera on her phone but do you want to trust your phone to take a great photo when conditions are less than ideal? Â If you have moments that matter, you will want this camera.
Cross Bailey Fountain Pen ($38)
If the women you are shopping for is a writer (or wants to be), how about a great looking fountain pen? While you are at it, check out this suede journal ($29) from Indigo or this ruled Moleskine ($13)
Cabela's Multi-tool ($13) | Despite it's low price, Cabela's has put together a great multi-tool. Wendy has had one for a year and carries it everywhere. A handy and affordable compact tool with devices you need for quick fixes and repairs. Stainless steel construction with an assortment of attached tools that includes flat-nose pliers, wire-stripper, knife, Phillips and flat-head screwdrivers, saw, bottle opener and scissors. Nylon sheath included
I haven't forgotten jewellery.  If you are looking for a nice necklace, check out this key to my heart diamond cut 14 karat gold pendent ($190) .
While you are at it, check out this sherpa blanket ($52).  I gave one to Wendy this fall and she loves it.  If you are lucky and well behaved, your loved one will even share it with you.  For a different look, check out this Hudson Bay Blanket fleece blanket ($35) It has the look of the historic Hudson Bay blanket but without the itchy wool.
There is also this great aromatherapy gift set ($40) with this black oil warmer ($6). Â A tealight gently warms your favorite scented oil for a delicately fragrant glow!
If I missed anything or if my suggestion made you think I was absolutely crazy, let me know in the comments. You can access the current edition and previous years list of Christmas gift guides here.


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Style sultan Tom Ford is a dad.
The 51-year-old fashion designer and his partner of 25 years, former Vogue Hommes International editor Richard Buckley, 64, today announced the Sept. 23 L.A. birth of their son, Alexander John Buckley Ford. The U.K.'s Love Magazine broke the news. The Daily Mail reports that the baby is believed to have been born via surrogate.
Check out the unsurprisingly chic and simple birth announcement on Styleite.
In an interview with Time Out Hong Kong just last year, Ford spoke candidly about kids growing up in front of the camera (or not):
"I always said I wanted to have children. And as I got a little bit older, Richard, who I live with – we've been together 24 years – did not want children. And so I decided not to have children. But if I have children, no one will know about it until the child is born. And no one will ever see the child because I certainly wouldn't use it as a press tool. If I have a child, you won't notice that I had a child. Maybe you'll see it when it's 18, but I will keep it out of the spotlight."
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This is an interactive, real-time display system of space science images and data designed for museums and schools. The program displays hundreds of images and movies from space science research, all documented, with web references of how to find... (View More) out more information. The materials also include a large number of space science educational activities. The software is available for purchase. Full-screen versions without support files are available for download but require a registration number after a 30-day demo period. (View Less)
Carl Sagan once claimed that the most important lesson we learn from studying the stars is perspective. To address this concept, this activity offers a scale model of the solar system to be evaluated. There are many versions of solar system scale... (View More) models available; this one is unique for its large scale chosen, the quality of the scaled objects, and the supplementary materials and information provided. The model is extended to include interaction and discovery on the part of learners, and suggested extensions. The set of materials includes a book about the solar system, developed from NASA's "From Earth to the Solar System" (FETTSS) imagery, and appropriate for use with the model. (View Less)
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This web-based curriculum focuses on basic introductory astronomy concepts. The material is presented through interactive exercises, animations, and videos. Adopters can choose any combination of the ten chapters for a particular class. Each chapter... (View More) includes authentic student interaction with actual data where possible. Students master the scientific concepts and reasoning processes that lead to our current understanding of the universe through interactive tasks, prediction and reflection, experimentation, and model building. (View Less)
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posted Jun 14 2012 11:20AM
Much has been said and written about Buffalo Bills quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick and his work with quarterbacks coach David Lee through the off-season and the first three weeks of Organized Team Activities.
Speaking on The Howard Simon Show on Thursday morning, Fitzpatrick said he's seen some tangible results in his work with Lee even this short in to their working relationship.
"Yeah, there's been a big difference for me in my confidence level," the quarterback said. "Actually charting the throws, percentage of throws that are on the money, and percentage of throws that are being completed. There's been a nice increase over the off-season."
During the interview, Jeremy White asked Fitzpatrick about the work on his mechanics in relation to what Tim Tebow had to go through when he was going through the draft process. He says it's partly a matter of muscle memory, but he doesn't have to try and change what Tebow did back in 2010.
"For me it's not really my throwing motion. It really has nothing to do with my upper body, it's all in my waist down. I think that's something that's a lot easier to correct. I've been throwing, my release point and all that stuff... that's stuff that's really hard to fix. But I think the lower body stuff, there's just a few tweaks in things. Even being able to talk during a game and say, 'Ryan, you missed that low... here's why.' Just to be able to think about that and tweak it, that'll be an easy fix for us."
In his 7 years in the NFL, Fitzpatrick commented at the beginning of OTA's that he'd never really had his throwing motion tinkered with. While admitting that most the work from a quarterbacks coach does, and should focus on the starting quarterback, Fitzpatrick said his work with Lee thus far has been surprising and hopes it's the start of a very fruitful relationship.
"So for me, and even knowing that I wasn't where I needed to be, I didn't think there were a few simple things that I was doing wrong that we'd be able to fix it. That's been an eye-opening experience for me and something that hopefully really helps me improve this year."
Fitzpatrick added Lee has used golf as an analogy when they first started speaking once the Bills hired him.
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The Indiana Fever today announced they have re-signed forward Tamika Catchings and two other key players, thus retaining the nucleus of their WNBA championship team.
Terms were not disclosed for multiyear deals with Catchings, point guard Briann January or guard Shavonte Zellous.
Catchings, who will be 34 on July 21, was an unrestricted free agent and could have gone elsewhere. She is returning for a 13th year with the Fever.
In a news release, president and general manager Kelly Krauskopf said it was a priority to re-sign the Fever's free agents.
"Tamika has been the cornerstone of the franchise," Krauskopf said in a statement. "I would like for her to finish her career — whenever that may be — in a Fever uniform. Re-signing Tamika was obviously a high priority, along with Bri and Shavonte who were so vital to winning the championship last year."
PHOTOS: Fever celebrate WNBA championship
Catchings, a three-time Olympic gold medalist, was MVP of the WNBA in 2011 and MVP of the WNBA Finals in 2012. She led the Fever in points (17.4), rebounds (7.6) and steals (2.0) last year.
She played in China in the offseason, averaging 25.1 points, 8.1 rebounds and 3.3 steals for Guangdong. She scored 39 points in the game in which her team was eliminated from the league playoffs.
Zellous, who averaged 17 points in last year's WNBA Finals, has been leading the Turkish league with a 22-point average.
January, who is playing in Israel, averaged 10.0 points and 3.8 assists last year.
The Fever have qualified for the WNBA playoffs in eight successive seasons, including five trips to the Eastern Conference finals and two to the WNBA Finals.
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Thomond Park will play host to an Ireland XV taking on Fiji in their non-cap international, which should be an open affair on Saturday.
Thomond Park hosts an Irish XV taking on Fiji in their non-cap international, which promises to be an open fixture as personal points look to be made.
Six Ulster, four Munster, four Leinster and one Connacht player have been handed starts for the Irish as this fringe outfit look to prove their worth.
Fiji meanwhile enter following a dismal final 60 minutes after starting so brightly against England while off-field concerns cloud their game. Bringing you up to speed, the Fijian Rugby Federation recently made a formal complaint to their French counterparts over Jone Qovu withdrawing from their squad claiming he was injured before playing for his club Racing. This after shocking revelations by ex-club coach Simon Mannix.
The picture couldn't be more different for Ireland as their Rugby Football Union has serious clout when it comes to managing their international players. Their first-team stars are not in the XV this week and for many supporters this is a much-needed hit-out to test their depth, something that has long been a concern. Subsequently we saw a prop, who had pretty much got off the plane from New Zealand join the international fray.
Quality that is coming through the ranks though comes in the shape of Iain Henderson, Paddy Jackson, David Kilcoyne and Luke Marshall and they make starts this week. It would have been good to see scrum-half Paul Marshall start as he is more deserving than most.
While a home victory is expected, there is a smattering of cautiousness from Declan Kidney in that six of last week's starters make the replacements bench. Expect if things are tight on the 55-minute mark that Cian Healy, Jonathan Sexton and Simon Zebo will get the call.
"This is a special group. There's a lot of positive energy around, said a delighted Ireland forwards coach following their narrow 16-12 defeat to South Africa at the Aviva Stadium.
Kidney, Smal and Ireland will hope that vibe translates to a positive victory in Limerick.
Ones to watch:
For Ireland XV: Luke Marshall and Paddy Jackson have been impressing for Ulster while Craig Gilroy knows his way to the line. But we are going for blindside Iain Henderson as our main man to watch. In the absence of Ulster favourite Stephen Ferris due to injury problems, flanker Henderson has filled in admirably at Ravenhill and will be looking to follow up his international debut off the bench last week with carries against the Fijians. Elsewhere and lock Dan Tuohy has been unlucky not to feature more for Ireland so this is a chance for him.
For Fiji: One of the islanders' strongest performers against England was Api Naikatini, who this Saturday moves from the back-row into lock. Naikatini possesses quality with ball in hand so Ireland must be wary of him. Another who stood tall at HQ was Nikola Matawalu.
Head-to-head: It will be youth versus experience in the front-row as one-cap David Kilcoyne meets Deacon Manu. Kilcoyne is set to have on-the-job training that will be priceless to his possible long-term future as a Test loosehead. Gert Smal reckons he has what it takes.
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2009: Ireland won 41-6 at Royal Dublin Society
2002: Ireland won 64-17 at Lansdowne Road
Prediction: Plenty of home players looking to prove they have what it takes. Ireland by 14!
The teams:
Ireland XV: 15 Denis Hurley, 14 Fergus McFadden, 13 Darren Cave, 12 Luke Marshall, 11 Craig Gilroy, 10 Paddy Jackson, 9 Conor Murray, 8 Jamie Heaslip (capt), 7 John Muldoon, 6 Iain Henderson, 5 Dan Tuohy, 4 Donncha O'Callaghan, 3 Mike Ross, 2 Sean Cronin, 1 David Kilcoyne.
Replacements: 16 Richardt Strauss, 17 Cian Healy, 18 Michael Bent, 19 Donnacha Ryan, 20 Chris Henry, 21 Paul Marshall, 22 Jonathan Sexton, 23 Simon Zebo.
Fiji: 15 Metuisela Talebula, 14 Simeli Koniferedi, 13 Vereniki Govena, 12 Josh Matavesi, 11 Watisoni Votu, 10 Jonetani Ralulu, 9 Nikola Matawalu, 8 Nemani Nagusa, 7 Malakai Ravulo, 6 Iliesa Ratuva, 5 Api Naikatini, 4 Leone Nakarawa, 3 Deacon Manu, 2 Viliame Veikoso, 1 Jerry Yanuyanutawa.
Replacements: 16 Tuapati Talemaitoga, 17 Manasa Saulo, 18 Setefano Somoca, 19 Apisalome Ratuniyarawa, 20 Jovili Domolailai, 21 Kelemedi Bola, 22 Saula Radidi, 23 Timoci Matanavou.
Date: Saturday, November 17
Kick-off: 17:30 GMT
Venue: Thomond Park, Limerick
Referee: Leighton Hodges (Wales)
Assistant referees: Neil Hennessy (Wales), Sean Brickell (Wales)
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Saturday, January 8, 2011
Sunday Scripture
"As long as the earth endures,
seedtime and harvest
cold and heat,
summer and winter,
day and night
will never cease."
Genesis 8:22
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The snow is heavy this morning. I'm going to have to venture out to attend a bridal show with my friend and
. Hard to believe that wedding season on the farm is right around the corner when everything is covered in white. Time to get some coffee and look again on all the lovely vintage Christmas cards I won from Elizabeth at
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. Blessings today!
With joy,
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Thursday, January 6, 2011
In 121 Years
The other day my daughter's boyfriend told me that while his family was vacationing over Christmas some friends took care of their pets. By accident a quilt they owned had gotten washed and was falling apart. I agreed to take a look at it.
Imagine my surprise, last night, when he brought over this exquiste embroidered quilt. I saw the date and realized what a treasure they have. It was found in a trunk, in a basement. It has 72 embroidered blocks, some in black and some in brown. It is hand-tied. Most of the embroidery has animal motifs.
The binding on the quilt is shredding so I'm going to replace it. First I will attempt to locate vintage black muslin. I am not going to replace the embroidery that has come out. It really is in good condition for being 121 years old and going through our modern day washing.
Since last night, I have been thinking about quilting and how much of what I quilt is quick and simple. While there is a definite place for it, sometimes I consider that type of quilting like fast food eating. Believe me, I make alot of those quilts but 121 years from now, what will my quilts say about me?
More than the year, this block spoke the loudest to me. This is what I want the work of my hands to show to others. This is what I want my life to show to others. This is what I want God to see when He looks at me.
I don't want someone years from now to think, what in the world? Even though I'm sure that this gun spoke something important for that person in that time period. I have made many quilts. Through all of them, the ones that I love the most are the ones that took me the longest to make. The ones I thought I could never finish, the ones that stretched my abilities to the limit. I have an applique quilt where I was certain I couldn't do all those leaves. It took months. It hangs where I can see it every day. Let's not always take the easy route. I encourage you to pick a project that teaches you something new, no matter what craft you enjoy. Work on it alittle every day or every few days while you complete other projects. When it's finished you will have a completely different type of satisfaction in your work. I will even venture to say that you might have a completely different outlook on life.
I am joining
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In The Pink ~
Inspired by
, I began my hunt for a pink toy stove. Right before Christmas I landed one on Ebay for a steal and it arrived yesterday. I'm having fun arranging some of my vintage cake toppers on it (
I do believe that Lori and I could do some major damage together at a thrift store!
The stove is right at home with the cupboard that I already had. I don't know what it is about this time era, but I am drawn to it in a powerful way. I think it's all the whimsy.
Nothing says whimsy like Holt Howard Pixieware. I have acquired my pieces over time, before they became too expensive to purchase anymore. I'm hoping I'll find some at a garage sale for pennies. It's certainly not the value that's important to me. They just make me smile.
My crinoline dish collection started with a four piece set for $15 at a local antique store. Of course the drinking glasses had to follow. They look wonderful on the table for Easter.
My kids friends have asked them if their Dad minds living in such a girly house. I love the reaction to that question. My daughter will look around like she's seeing the room for the first time, not even noticing that it was girly.
The boys have their family room downstairs which is all baseball. I think I'm pretty generous giving them one room!
It certainly helps pass the grey days of winter to cook in a fun kitchen. I don't know which of my rooms is my favorite, but the kitchen is a top contender. Blessings today!
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A First For The New Year ~
a sweet little bunny I found in my stocking Christmas morning
Today I'm helping my son pack and this afternoon I will return him to school and get him settled in his new apartment. I guess this is the first milestone for 2011, my son has moved out of the dorm and into his first apartment. Wow!
cheerful fabric keeps me smiling in the grey days of winter
I keep telling myself that I won't be sad this time, instead I will count my blessings and thank the Lord for him over and over. But I know myself, as soon as I'm done counting and thanking, I'll be crying.
trying out spots for my toy sewing machine from my friend, Diane
He likes to say to me, "it's all good!" and he's right, it
all good. I'm going to grant myself permission to be a bit sad and I'll hug him alittle longer before I drive home.
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Log Cabin Love
As you may remember, I have been without my machine for quite some time. While we were separated (over 6 weeks) I did manage to cut out two quilts and start an applique project. I had so badly wanted to make this log cabin quilt for Christmas, but it was not to be.
The week of Christmas, my machine was finished and I eagerly picked it up. I began making my blocks and loved how they turned out. I even got to use my favorite mini iron!
It felt so good to be quilting again. But, I noticed that even though the problem got fixed, in doing so my machine runs much slower and now there's a problem with the feeddogs not working properly. I really don't want to take my machine back for another lengthy repair, but I don't think I have a choice. Would you take it back to the same place or try a new repair shop? I do believe I'm going to have to buy a new machine and have no idea where to start with that process. Can't a girl just sew?
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Sunday, January 2, 2011
Sunday Scripture
"Forget the former things;
do not dwell on the past.
See, I am doing a new thing!
Now it springs up;
do you
not perceive it?
I am making a way in the desert
and streams in the wasteland."
Isaiah 43:18-19
It's a New Year~
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Saturday, January 1, 2011
Happy New Year!
Wishing you and your family
a blessed New Year!
Looking forward to
adventures with
all of you
as we continue
to create
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Friday Pretties
Friday Pretties today come from the very wonderful and talented Loreta of,
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