text:
Get Ready to Topcoat or Seal first
3 Attachment(s)
I have already epoxied the body and applied a high build urethane primer. The primer has been sanded in most places with 220 grit paper, dry. The high build left a lot of orange peel and required some pretty extensive sanding. As a result I have sanded a lot of the high build off and have reached my epoxy in some places.
My question is: should I apply another coat of the urethane primer 1) as a sealer, 2) as a medium build, or 3)finish sanding with 400, then 600, and topcoat?
See pictures for reference...
Also, top coat is a single stage urethane (Gloss Black Delfleet essential, specifically)
That's a lot of sand-thru; how does it feel when you run
a hand across it?
If it is smooth and feels good, I'd spray a sealer coat
and then topcoat it.
The spots that I've sanded are really smooth, they only have scratches from the 220 I've been using. The spots I haven't touch yet are rough.
Rather than continuing with the sanding last night, I decided to remove my sunroof panel and finally managed to remove the side view mirror that had been stuck from the cars last paint job (I;'m assuming they painted the car with the mirror on).
I picked up some reducer this morning and plan on doing what you've recommended: finish sanding, seal and top coat. If I had more room, I would remove the hatch as the spoiler (which can't be removed) hangs over the side of the rear quarters. The solution is to keep the hatch open while painting, but it creates a sharp angle where the hatch matches up with the roof line. Consequently, I may end up painting the hatch separately--we'll see.
Guaranteed, you will get halos around each sand-thru after spaying sealer.
Which leaves you with a couple of options, sand the sealer (if it's one that CAN be sanded) or, spray your base on top, sand that and then spray a final coat of base.
Some sealers (and some epoxies) are not sandable. I use a reduced epoxy (that is sandable) for a sealer.
I just thought of the possibility you are using ss (that you don't intend to color sand) and not bc/cc.
If that's the case, I would shoot a coat of sandable epoxy, block it with 400, then shoot another coat of reduced epoxy as a sealer before your topcoat.
I'm not saying that's the only way to do it. But, it's what I would do.
Yesterday was a bad day. I finally finished sanding the car, bumpers, trim pieces, etc,. and decided to spray the second half of the urethane as a sealer (reduced) thinking that it would be much smoother...
While it sprayed much faster this time, it went on too wet (my fault for not setting up the gun properly I'm sure) and it is almost as rough as the first time and has lots of runs. It wouldn't be so bad if it only required a little sanding, but I always have to go really deep as I get little pin holes. What is causing this?
If I have to sand this all the way down again: 1) I'm going to have a nervous breakdown; 2) I'm not going to use this primer ever again; 3) I'm going to pick up more of the epoxy primer and spray a couple more coats of that instead. The epoxy sands WAY easier than the high build and it goes on way smoother to begin with.
It takes me almost as long to clean out the garage after sanding, in preparation for paint; as it takes me to sand the damn thing. I also forgot to spray a couple of pieces yesterday, which just added to the frustration. But, in retrospect, I'm glad I hadn't, because I would have had to sand it all over again anyway.
I'll post some pics later, but basically they will look like the previous ones with way more runs. FWIW, I'm using a 1.7mm tip. Should I have used a 1.4, as the primer was mixed as a sealer?
Little pin holes that develop after a few minutes up to around 30 minutes after are called solvent pop.
It's caused mostly by spraying to thick of coat or while doing multiple coats without the proper flash time in between. Improper reducer temperature can play a part too.
Solvent pop is a nightmare. Not as much so with primer but with the topcoat is sure is. Nothing worse than having to sand off all your $300 per gallon paint. At least your primer was cheaper.
Yes, you are better off taking off at least down to where the pinholes are gone. Since you have solvent pop, you probably also have trapped solvents. And that's a really bad thing.
Thanks for the insight. Last time I sanded, I just used 220 right off the bat. What is the coarsest grit I can start with that will allow me to get through this process a little quicker?
Are you going back down to metal?
Then I'd say 80.
If you're going to try to not disturb your epoxy, you'd have to be pretty careful with that. So, maybe 120. Hard to say, I don't know how you are sanding and how careful you are.
Just thought I would throw in my thoughts. Forgive me if this is redundant to you.
The reason you are sanding through in some spots is because those are the high spots. The low spots are rough because they don't get sanded. of course I'm assuming you are using a sanding block and not just your hand, which will cause even more trouble...
You need to apply more high build primer and sand it flat with a block using 220/320 grit paper. You will need to apply more primer in a different color, or a light coat of a contrasting color until you knock down the high spots and fill the low spots. (called a guide coat)
I have found that if you tint the last coat of primer you can get an idea of how flat and smooth the body is since the tinted primer has a bit of a sheen to it. If it looks good then your final sanding must be with 600 paper wet before applying the top coat. (tinting with your top coat color will also help your top coat to cover quicker as well)
Sealer is not generally needed at this point, just clean with wax and grease remover, tack and spray.
Good luck.
I would have to agree with Hemi...............seems like you may have some issues with the body yet .......if you are going to reprime which sounds like a good idea take your time between coats......let it flash..........assuming your using a urethane 4 to 1 type prmer try mixing it 4 parts primer 1 part hardener/activator 1 part urethane grade reducer.....will help it flow out a little and not leave quite as rough.Let it flash off 15/20 minutes between coats....Use a guide coat as Hemi suggested__darker or lighter coat for contrast to your primer.............and start blocking with 120 on a longboard or a paint stick......use the 120 grit just long enough to break through the guide coat with no spots leftif you go through the guide coat and the primer you have some high/low spot issues which you may have to fix. If no issues after blocking with 120 spray a light coat of black for a guide coat again and proceed with 220 /320 or whatever you are going to finish sand with...as fr the second guide coat get a can of Black Lacquer in a spray can.it sands eas sand paper.........
I'm sorry I haven't posted in a while. I had to put the project on hold until the weather got nicer.
Before I went AWOL...
Sanded the whole car to 220 and re primed the whole car with high build again. This was a mistake in my opinion. I was back where I started, with a whole car to sand again and the same solvent trapped pitting that made sanding the car the first time such a drag. I did what uhohjim suggested and mixed some reducer in. This helped the flow, but it still got really chunky towards the end.
this week...
I peeled off the masking tape, and learned an important lesson: don't wait 3 months to remove your masking tape after 2-3 coats of epoxy and 2-3 coats of high-build. the trim is going to have to be removed now for sure and hopefully, it will clean up. Otherwise, I will have to open my wallet for some new ones.
i spent all night sanding yesterday with 180 grit on an 18" longboard. I have a lot of pits to sand out, but the panels are looking pretty straight. I also have some cracks in the primer that need to be fixed. I was planning on sanding into them until I hit the bottom of the crack, then widening the crack slightly and filling it in. any recommendations/suggestions?
You need to make sure your panels are straight. You're block sanding it so you're doing it right. after you sand your primer with 180 put another 2-3 coats of high build on there and block sand with 320 and then finish sand with 600 grit before your topcoat. Minimum of 400 grit before you seal it.
I really don't want to use the high build again. I'd rather use more epoxy, but I guess if the panels aren't straight I'll have to fill somehow. can I jsut apply the high build where I need to?
You can apply high build primer in spots yes, however make sure you fill those 220grit scratches with something before seal/topcoat. Sealer is not supposed to go over anything coarser than 400 grit scratches.
thanks for the advice! I was planning on sanding with finer paper, it just seems like I can't get ther. Everytime I spray anything I end up back at the beginning again, and again, and again...
I'm going to remove all of the trim tonight and keep sanding. I'll post some pics tomorrow.
|All times are GMT -6. The time now is 07:48 PM.
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.7
Copyright ©2000 - 2017, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
Search Engine Optimization by vBSEO 3.6.0 PL2
vBulletin Security provided by vBSecurity v2.2.2 (Pro) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2017 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.
Copyright Hotrodders.com 1999 - 2012. All Rights Reserved.


text:
New Hampshire lighthouse part of new stamp series
By JOHN QUINN
Union Leader Correspondent | July 14. 2013 9:20PM
From left, under the watchful eye of Scott Frye and the Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse, Gov. Maggie Hassan autographs a commemorative postcard for history buff Jim Hutt, of Sanford, Maine, during a ceremony to officially release a stamp featuring five New England lighthouses, including the long-standing one in New Castle Saturday. (JOHN QUINN PHOTO)
On Saturday, area residents joined Gov. Maggie Hassan, U.S. Coast Guardsmen and members of the U.S. Postal Service at the tip of Great Island to officially release a stamp featuring the Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse.
Patty Lane Evans, of Seabrook, said the lighthouse stamps appeal to people who feel a connection to the sea.
"Salt water runs in my blood," Evans said.
"We can see three lighthouses from our house so it seems like a neighborhood," Grenon said, adding her mother — Elizabeth Grenon, 80, who lives in Massachusetts — enjoys sitting on the porch watching the waves.
Barrington resident Joel Sherburne, who can trace his family's roots in America back to Strawbery Banke in Portsmouth, said he was excited to see the lighthouse on a stamp. He added he purchased several post cards and stamps to send to people while keeping a few keepsakes for his own collection.
Hassan said the stamp honors the long history of the Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse, which was first established in 1771. She added lighthouses symbolize and honor the values of perseverance, community and selfless service which are held dear by many.
The current lighthouse, which was built out of granite in 1903, was the third one constructed on the promontory near Fort Constitution, which shares the area with an active U.S. Coast Guard Station near 25 Wentworth Road in New Castle.
John Cantwell, of the U.S. Postal Service, said the images of the New England Coastal Lighthouses are the latest installation of a series of stamps by artist Howard Koslow and art director Howard Paine which began in 1990.
The series also features the following lighthouses: Portland Head Light in Cape Elizabeth, Maine; Point Judith Lighthouse in Narragansett, R.I.; New London Harbor Lighthouse in New London, Conn.; and Boston Harbor Light in Boston, Mass.
For more information, visit www.newenglandlighthousetours.com.
* e-Edition subscription required

subset: commoncrawl


text:
From our quality used auto sales to our precise collision repair shop, we've got all your auto demands covered.
With over 23 years of experience within the auto industry, you can rest assured you'll receive top-quality, honest service from our experienced shop. Our vehicles were hand selected by the owner, all newer models and we're selling them at or below wholesale prices!
Did you know that all insurances companies allow you the right to choose who fixes your car?
You can trust our local shop to get the job done right the first time, we're so confident in our services we offer a lifetime warranty on all repairs. Get your FREE auto body estimate today.
Your new vehicle is just a phone call away - call 740-682-7232 or check out our lot at 2571 Sardis Road
Hand Chosen Vehicles
At or Below Wholesale Prices!
Visit Our Lot 2571 Sardis Road
ALL Insurance Companies Allow
You The Right to Choose
Who Fixes Your Car
Call 740-682-7232 Today


text:
Introduction to iMovie '11 for Mac
Crywolf Marketing
Thursday, November 29, 2012 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM (EST)
Event Details
Pre-Requisites: A Mac computer with OS X 10.7 Lion and iMovie '11.
Level: Intermediate
MAC: We will be using iMovie 11 for this class. We'll highlight some of the new features such as Trailers, and the new Audio Editing Tools.
Get an overview of the entire process of making an iMovie. If you are new to iMovie and aren't sure how to get started, this lesson will get you on your way. We will cover importing, working with video and audio, as well as transitions, titles, and effects. We'll also explore different ways to export your movie and share your movie.
Each registrant must register individually so that we have contact information for each attendee. Our tickets are limited to one ticket per order. You do not need to bring the printed ticket to our classes, we will have a list available to check attendees in.
Class size is limited, so don't miss your chance to make the most of your Macintosh. And if you can't make it this time, sign up for our email list at www.macoutfitters.com and we will keep you informed of our training options via email.
You can attend our classes as many times as you like, whenever you like. Another reason why MacOutfitters is your best resource for Apple computers and related products. We stand behind our products and beside you.
When & Where
MacOutfitters of Doylestown, PA
739 N Easton Rd
Suite 200
Thursday, November 29, 2012 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM (EST)
Add to my calendar
Crywolf Marketing
MacOutfitters Apple Specialist is a locally owned, independent business providing sales and service of Apple Mac computers, iPad and iPod.
Free Intro classes are offered in the Doylestown and Cranberry Twp. locations. Lose the frustration and start learning how to use your technology today!
MacOutfitters has been serving Doylestown, PA since 1992, and Cranberry Township, PA since 1999. MacOutfitters newest store in The Shops at Valley Square, Warrington PA opened in Dec. 2011. We focus on Apple Mac computers, iPod, iPad and related products. With locations in the Philadelphia and Pittsburgh areas, each with a full demonstration showroom, Apple Authorized Service facility, consulting, on-site technical support and training, we are your original Pennsylvania Apple Specialist.


text:
"The quality of these super cute, modern cards is superb. Go with the pearl paper, you won't regret. Fun size! I like to be a little different; these pleased! Shipped fast."
"It's a great personal card to give someone I meet that I want to keep in touch with, or have them contact me. In my opinion, it's much better then using traditional business cards."
"Beautiful product! Easy to customize and order and very impressive upon arrival. People always comment on these cards when I hand them out and they make a big impact without being too flashy or pushy - perfect for someone on the job market like me! They're just a tiny bit too tall to fit in standard business card holder, but that hasn't been a problem for me."
"I needed new calling cards because we just moved into a new neighborhood. This card was perfect! The size and shape are different--square shape. It's has simple art work on the front with the cardholder's name floating on top of the water colors "stains". The card has a "business-like" layout on the backside for other info, such as address, phone, email. The paper quality is far superior to most cards I've had or have seen. The cost was reasonable. People take a second look at the card and turn it around several times admiring the size and shape. Only one comment about how it won't fit in a regular business card holder. That's true, it's a bit larger in width."
"Not only are these cards perfect for promoting my Etsy store, they double as sales tags that go home with local retail customers."
Copyright © 2004-2017 Shutterfly, Inc | Tiny Prints | Terms of Use. Designated trademarks and brands are the property of their respective owners.


text:
Arsenal travel to Norwich City for Saturday's Premier League clash at Carrow Road.
You can find out more about our opponents below.
Full name: Norwich City
Manager: Chris Hughton
Club colours: Yellow shirts, green shorts, yellow socks
Nickname(s): The Canaries
Three facts about Norwich City:
- Celebrity chef Delia Smith is a majority shareholder at the club
- The Canaries' highest league finish was third in 1992-93
- They have conceded 17 goals in just seven Premier League games this season
Grant Holt
Prolific since arriving from Shrewsbury Town in the summer of 2009, Holt has played a big part in Norwich's dramatic rise from League One to the top tier of English football, and has been voted the club's Player of the Year for three years in a row. The striker has already scored twice this campaign, and Wayne Rooney was the only Englishman to score more Premier League goals than him last season.


text:
Discussion in 'Great Skate Debate' started by shutterbug, Apr 23, 2011.
Videos from Halifax:
S&P - Lets Go Crazy
Shawn Sawyer Working For The Weekend
Wheeeeeee! Indeed!
Thanks for posting.
Did anyone else think that Sasha Cohen was injured, I only saw 2 jumps and one of those was a double Sal
Sasha did only two jumps, no triples at SOI in NJ.
Review of the Halifax show from the Chronicle Herald: Simpler show let skating shine
Thanks everyone for review + videos! I can't see the show this year.
There was definitely something off for her. I noticed it too...but I wasn't sure if it was injury or fatigue. She was definitely tentative.
It's probably good that Sasha didn't try to jump no use seeing her land on her butt like when she was skating as a amateur.
Maybe Sasha is a bit tired since she was also in the American Tour beforehand? Who knows. She's a pro at performing so I assume she will get better.
Question: How were Shawn Sawyer's programs and his skating?I couldn't afford to go to the show this year so I must ask. I know he is not a headliner or anything and has had jump issues in the past. And I find myself wanting him to just take his competitive programs to show skating since they seem to obviously be head and shoulders above his exhibition skating. While his SOI programs are probably fun, they seem very gimmicky and don't showcase the amazing talent and connecting to the audience that he had in competitive skating.
I appreciate those who posted the videos and reviews on this thread. Thanks a bunch!
Jeff Buttle
Evan Lysacek
I'm also interesred in your opinions on Shawn. Did he skate his Madhatter program as the second number?
Shawn did not do his Mad Hatter program but, at least in Ottawa, before his first program he got a special introduction by Kurt Browning who mentioned his "once in a lifetime" skate at Canadians and the decision he had to make regarding the tour vs Worlds. Kurt said that he was glad that the artist in Shawn won out and he came on the tour.
He skated both programs very well, connecting well with the audience. He also fit in very well in the group numbers.
Sasha skated well and was very well received by the audience. There were two falls in the entire show - both by Jeff Buttle, one in each of his programs.
Not a review, but CSOI relevant? They're doing autograph signings at Sears stores across Canada again this year. Not every city is getting one, but these are the ones I've been able to gather from the Sears Stars on Ice Facebook page. They haven't been very forthcoming about who will be in which city yet,but they did say Kurt will be in Calgary:
* Ottawa: Sat. April 23, 11AM-12PM, Sears in the Rideau Centre (Jeff Buttle, Tanith Belbin, Ben Agosto)
* Toronto: Thu. April 28, 12-1PM, Sears in the Eaton Centre
* Calgary: Mon. May 9, 10-10:45AM, Sears in the South Centre (Kurt Browning, TBA)
* Victoria: Tue. May 10, 11AM-12PM, Sears Department store at 3190 Shelbourne
* Vancouver: Thu. May 12, 12-1PM, Sears in the Pacific Centre
Photos from the Ottawa autograph signing & Joannie's Birks appearance: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ottawaarne/sets/72157626570202108/with/5651678932/
Stunning photo of Jo: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ottawaarne/5651111031/in/set-72157626570202108
^ Beautiful. Thanks!
Shawn's first number was a slow, cover version of Britney Spears new song "Hold it Against Me." I thought it was FABULOUS. I always enjoy his show skating. His second was "Working for the Weekend" (see video above.)
He got the special intro in Halifax as well.
Ottawa show Joannie Rochette
Guys, thanks a bunch for all the tidbits on the show. Judging from the videos, it really looks like the show is good this year. Joannie's Burlesque rocks!
Thanks for the tidbit on Shawn's Hold it against me program, skategal. I really wish there was a video on that. I'd love to see it. Questions: What did he wear? Was there any shirt tearing a la last year's Uprising program? I just had to ask. lol.
P.S.: Thanks for adding that Kurt introduced Sawyer in both Ottawa and Halifax, skategal and victorskid. I may be getting ahead of myself here as the future of CSOI and especially Sawyer's participation in it is uncertain, but to me it almost sounded like a symbolic "passing of the torch" to someone that's (hopefully) really starting his pro skating carrer now. Not that I'm implying that Kurt is hanging up his skates anytime soon. I still think he has many more years left in him.
I love Shawn Sawyer's skating but I don't think he has the public appeal to "take the torch" and be the headliner of the show. Although, every year I go with the thought that it might be the last year for Kurt.
Why no autograph signing in Winnipeg? So frustrating... we are not included every year!
I hope they keep Shawn on the tour permanently. He's too good for cruise ship skating and stuff like that.
Review of the Windsor show: Cohen connects with crowd at Stars on Ice
I'm surprised that no one has posted the program list yet. Here is the one from Toronto last night.
Act 1
"I Like It" Enrique Iglesias - Cast
"Hold It againts Me" Sam Tsui - Shawn Sawyer
"Nobody Knows" Pink - Sasha Cohen
"Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger" Daft Punk - Jeffrey Buttle
"Use Somebody" Kings of Leon - Tanith Belbin & Ben Agosto
"On Golden Pond" Dave Grusin - Buttle, Ina, Lysacek, Sale, Pelletier
"Steppin' Out of my Mind" Geoffrey Tyler - Kurt Browning
"True Colors" Cyndi Lauper - Joannie Rochette
"Wild Horses" The Rolling Stones - Jamie Sale & David Pelletier
"El Tango de Raxanne" Jose Feliciano - Evan Lysacek
"Knock, Knock!" Various Artists - Cast
Act 2
"Who's There?" Various Artists - Cast
"Love the Way You Lie" Rihanna - Kyoko Ina
"Party in the Park" Rachel Portman - Browning, Cohen, Pelletier
"Working for the Weekends" Loverboy - Shawn Sawyer
"Show Me How You Burlesque" Christina Aguilera - Joannie Rochette
"Enigma" Edward Elgar - Jeffrey Buttle
"Mein Herr" Lisa Minnelli - Sasha Cohen
"The Climb" David Hernandez - Evan Lysacek
"Flamenco" Vicente Amigo/Rogrigo y Gabriela - Tanith Belbin & Ben Agosto
"Downstream" Supertramp - Kurt Browning
"Let's Go Crazy" Prince - Jamie Sale & David Pelletier
"The Best" Tina Turner & Simmy Barnes - Cast
I like the Canadian version better than the US version (I went to the Chicago stop, felt it was my duty to cheer up Mr. Lysacek). The atmosphere in Toronto was cozy and more relaxed. Certainly the audience knew Kurt very well and they were well connected to him. Besides, the kite was obeying Mr. Pelletier nicely for their "Party" number. Todd Eldridge had some troubles with the kite in Chicago. Perhaps they decided to use a smaller one in Canada?
I appreciate Kurt's program more now since I have seen them two times. Needed some exposure to understand them. In Toronto, Mr. G. Tyler came out on his skates and gave a live performance for Kurt. His real voice was as smooth as the recorded version. About others: I got impressed by Jeffrey's "Enigma" a lot, the only classic music piece from the entire show. Its choreography was full of intrigue and freedom. Shawn came out with a small suitcase for his second number and used it as a .... (I will not spoil it!). Joannie was full of energy and looked very healthy. Maybe she can come back to competitions anytime she wants?
In case someone's interested: jump points. If I remember correctly, Joannnie, Evan, and Shawn did clean ones. I believe the rumor Evan is practicing 4T. Sasha didn't fall, but she didn't try many, either. Kyoko fell once on 3T, but I'm glad that she did try it after all. Kurt and Jeff had some small problems here and there.
Oh thanks so much for this list!! It answered a few questions I had...I always love to compare the U.S. SOI and the Canadian version!
^ same here! Is there anyone who can provide a list of the songs/artists used in "Knock, Knock" and "Who's There?"
Jamie & David-centric photos available at http://sale-pelletier.com/nggallery/page-329/album-1/gallery-8/
I hope to have a chance to edit the rest of my photos sometime soon.
My ridiculously uber-long review of the Toronto and Hamilton shows:
I guess after seeing the show five times, I had a lot to say about it... Photos still to come. In the distant future...
I attended the London show on Sunday afternoon and there was a decent sized crowd. I think the 50% off tickets probably helped, there seemed to be a lot of families with kids up in the higher seats. We sat on ice on the end opposite the skater's entrance to the ice. I really enjoyed the show, and appreciated Kurt's great introduction of Shawn Sawyer (he was the total highlight for me, so happy he was there!) Have to say Tessa & Scott were very much missed, but of course there was polite applause for Tanith & Ben. I hardly recognized Sasha in the opening number with her short, curly hair. She's not one of my favourites but she really did skate well, and I was impressed. I was also totally blown away by Joannie....she could come back to competitive skating anytime. She is really looking great. Another note - it was very nice to see David Pelletier smiling in his second number with Jamie. Kurt of course is great as only Kurt can be. I also liked the way they showed all the skaters past and the way Kurt mentioned some of the 'greats' by name. All in all it was an enjoyable show. And they gave out advance ticket order forms for London next year, so that's a positive sign!
If there are any fans of Kurt's "Steppin' Out" program here, or people who are just interested in the creative process that goes into developing a program like that, I had the opportunity to interview Geoffrey Tyler (the singer in Toronto, and the co-creator/choreographer of the program) recently. He gave me a lot of insights into working with Kurt on everything from developing the concept to shaping the structure to working on the choreography to tweaking the program after seeing how audiences received it. Hope people find it interesting!
Steppin' Out with Geoffrey Tyler
This is an excellent interview - I highly recommend it to anyone who is interested in the creative process.
Just read that Ando and Kozuka will be in Vancouver. Wow! V/M also there - would love to see some of that FD, but probably not going to happen.
May 13 - can't wait.
Wow - that's great news!


text:
I wish I would have joined my bee club sooner!
ok here goes the stupid question of the week. how do i know if i have a small smoker or a large smoker ? ( feel free to laugh at me, but at least offer an explanation, once the chuckling subsides please ). i only ask because i had a hard time keeping mine lit early on.
I'd like to add that you should consider getting one of those torches with the blue tank used in plumbing. It makes lighting the smoker much easier. I tried matches to no avail, and those grill lighters with the long stem won't stay lit down in the smoker.
I would not purchase a queen excluder, a hot knife or extractor again. I am doing crush and strain for my 5 hives. Also would never go with deeps.I believe Brushy Mt has the best quality supplies around.Also I will never use the Walter Kelley foundationless frames with bevel ever again. I will start another post later on to explain this.


text:
my blackbook iz da wallz ... lol naw i use a sketch pad ... they give um out to us for free in art claazz in school
my blackbook iz da wallz ... lol naw i use a sketch pad ... they give um out to us for free in art claazz in school
iz ur keybordzz brokenz?
steal that shit from chapters yo, molskINE what
yea that's how I got my sketchbook. but the paper kinda sucks, almost every marker bleeds through terribly lol. all the pages fall out to so I gotta put them all in the folder I use for the sketches & do in school
I posted this up in a couple of different threads... not sure if you guys have a Michael's Arts/Crafts store near you. I was there yesterday and their blackbooks are 50% off.
Scored a sweet hard cover for $12 and their Sharpie paint markers (excellent for blackbooks, stickers, etc, etc) are on sale for $2.50
Do NOT get a blackbook at Michael's, they overcharge you. Just go to walmart and get an acid free book.
I get my Sketchbooks for under 6 at Michael's u gotta use the coupons they got on their paper in the entrace
doesnt matter what its made out of but if you want a good one go to an art store an slip a scetch book down your pants
not that complicated just use loose paper until you have skill cuz when you mess up a page in a black book you have to rip it out and it ruins the super expensive book
Just steal one I can't believe this is a thread
Personally I have a hardcover black book cover with graffiti stickers that I use when I am at home. However I also use a small black book that fits in your pocket that I got from Walmart for all my mobile pieces. Just walk around art stores or whatever stores fit your fancy and you can usually find cheap black books to use.
dont even have a blackbook yet hoping to get the free one when i order more stuff
the best thing for you people to do is get a pack of printer paper, fairly good quality paper, cheap and its like 500+ pages at a time,
i dont have a 'blackbook' too bait to carry around/if you get raided, and like spookza2 said if you fuck up a page you'll rip it out or tag it too fuck
going to make a blackbook tonight. a homeade duotang one yeee
hahah hurting
no it will be sweet


text:
|Topic Review (Newest First)
|Here's a test to this board I'm backing it 100% and Burton can go fuck itself.
I had the salomon malamutes, but the kid that sold me them sold me the wrong size. Imagine, 350$ for a boot that lasted about a year, and I ride less than 20 days a year! I wear a size 8-9 shoe and I bought a 9 boot and by the end of the first year they were packed way the fuck out and flexed like a shoe. I was not impressed. Picked up some 32 Lashed boots int a size 8 around february last year and they feel great. My toes are just touching the end and I'm sure they will pack you just the way I want them to.
However, while the malamutes were not packed out they were great boots. Very comfortable and rock solid, a stiff boot great for freeriding. I just wish I could have bought the right size so I could still be putting them to good use.
I just went through this myself. I tried on Burton, Nike, 32, and Salomon.
I don't like Burton because the last 2 pair I had packed out a full size. So you're either trying to stretch out a boot which is too small (hurts like hell) or you buy them comfortable new and you'll get 20-30 days out of them before they're way to big and you lose board control. I also had an issue with their speed zone laces loosening while riding. The problem with this is the components that wear out and cause the boots to loosen can't be replaced. Unlike Salomon that uses screws so you can replace your hardwear, Burtons are riveted on, so you gotta buy brand new boots every year (it's almost like they planned it that way for some reason).
Hated Thirty Two's!!! The liner was so uncomfortable even after heat moulding and I had way too much room in the toe area width wise even though I had no room in the toe area length wise (without sizing up and getting horrible heel lift). So I went with the smaller size with the hopes they'd packout. After walking around my house for 4 hours my feet finally felt better when they went numb and I lost all feeling, and it was only better because the pain finally went away. Fucking terrible boot, needless to say I returned them.
Nike felt ok in the store for the short time I had them on. But they are a narrow boot and I knew if I had these things on for a long period of time with thicker snowboard socks circulation would decrease and I'd have cold numb feet all day.
This brings me to the Salomon F22. I slipped my foot in and was instantly greeted with the most comfortable, supportive, soft cushioned stiff boot I've ever tried on. It reminded me of my first blow job. Greatest feeling in the world. I have no idea how they'll packout or how long they'll last but they feel already broken in (before the heat moulding!) and the laces & components that go along with them can be replaced, which is huge.
I'm sold on Salomon, you should look into the F22 or Malamute. P.S. I wrote this on my phone so if there's any spelling or grammer issues, fuck off
|thanks for the info guys, now I just need to find me some good stiff boots.
|I'm not a huge fan of burton and even I can't deny I've heard alot of good things about the sherlock.
|One of the best boards Burton has come out with in a very long time, it's gotten amazing reviews so far this year. I haven't ridden one but I do have Co2's and they are an amazing binding. Very stiff, and very responsive. Congrats on the new setup, it'll be perfect for you
burton sherlock
Wife, just got me a burton sherlock board with c02 est bindings. How is this setup for 90 percent freeriding? I have been injured for the past year so I have not kept up much with new boards. She wanted to surprise me and the salesmen talked her into this board.
I am 5'10 170lbs intermediate rider that doesn't go into the park much at all. I was riding a lib tech trs btx before which I really liked but part of the metal edge fell off of it.
|Posting Rules
You may post new threads
You may post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off


text:
Well, how do you fare compared to the Zeitgeist?
Chat up your fellow wooters and let us know how lame this poll was or what obvious choices we missed.
For example: Was this poll a) STUPID, b) DUMB, c) POINTLESS or d) ALL OF THE ABOVE?
Double Dutch
Jump rope
red rover
Four Square.
I enjoyed ball tag, but being that I wasn't athletically inclined, that could suck fairly easily. ):
Four Square.
Pulling on the hair of the girl I liked and running away.
The Slide
does climbing the pole count?
Finding a nice shady tree and reading a book. Yes, I am that nerd.
suessergirl wrote:tetherball!
(wall ball)
As a fat kid that had a little speed, I enjoyed some Red Rover; however, my favorite was this big ass wooden ship jungle gym we had that I would express my true monkey talents on.
Wooter to blame for sellout: SumDuud
Sellout time: 8:11:25 AM Central Time
oh, the bleeding knuckles
Swing .... and merry-go-round .... and 4-square .... ADD
Played the same game but we called it four corners.
Hello? Kick the Can!
Dodge Ball
We usually played a game called "Butts up". People would stand up by an outside wall of the building (facing the wall) and others would throw tennis balls and try to hit them. The last person out got to pick the next group to stand up there.
I guess it was kinda like a dodgeball/racquetball/handball hybrid.
We played marbles quite often as well.
The Ground Is Lava! Best played with an extensive jungle gym.
Kickball all the way every day!!!!!!!!!!!!
Definitely kickball.
The swings!
And, when I was in early elementary, we had a GIANT tire half buried in the ground. I was so proud of myself when I was finally able to climb up on the inside, and sit with my butt on one side and my feet on the other. ^_^
Chinese jump rope
Once I got over my fear of it, definitely the merry-go-round!
Chinese jump rope (sorry, that is what it was called!)
Tether ball. :-)
merry go round. i could push that thing around fast enough to make the little kids flail about in the wind, holding on for dear life.
You left off the ultimate childhood flight simulator: the swing set. Nothing was more fun than trying to go over the bar... and then jumping off at the peak height.


text:
Roll Over Image to Zoom
Burton Tee Quilt + Sham
No longer available
- Overview
Dream of soft powder and mighty moguls while warmly tucked under this handmade quilt. Designs from vintage Burton tees are printed on pure cotton jersey.
Mix + match our bedding to create your own unique look with our Design Your Own Bed Tool.
- 100% cotton jersey.
- Polyester batting.
- Quilt and sham reverse to solid black cotton jersey.
- Quilted sham has an envelope closure.
- Twin-sized quilt fits both standard twin and twin XL dorm mattresses.
- Quilt, sham and insert sold separately.
- Machine wash.
- Imported.
- Dimensions + Care
- Twin: 68 x 86"
- Full/Queen: 86" square
- Standard: 20 x 26"
- Filled with 280-gram-weight polyester batting.
- Machine wash in warm water, gentle cycle.
- Use only nonchlorine bleach, if needed.
- Tumble dry on low heat; remove promptly.
- Warm iron if needed.
- Shipping Info
This item will arrive in 3-5 business days. Please proceed to the Payment & Review page of Checkout for a precise delivery estimate.
No longer available
Standard Sham (Sold Separately)
No longer available
You May Also Need
Premium Down Pillow
$59 Special $47


text:
Have you ever noticed that MS Excel automatically tries to print everything on your worksheet?
This works wonderfully for most things we do, but what about the times when you only need part of a worksheet printed? Or, what do you do when you have a large worksheet containing many calculations that feed to one particular section of the sheet and you only want to print that small section? (Yes, I'm aware that you could have set up the workbook so that the part to be printed was on a separate worksheet, but what if it's not?) We all know it can be a huge pain to move everything, so what can you do now?
Well, your solution to the dilemma is to set the Print Area.
Print area?
Yes, the Print Area.
Basically, it's a specific area in a worksheet to be printed, ignoring everything else on the sheet.
So, how do we actually set the print area?
It's as easy as 1, 2 and well, we really don't need 3. So, how about 1 and 2?!
1. Highlight the cells to be printed.
2. Depending on your version of Excel you'll set the print area
– Older version of Excel: Go to the File menu, Print Area and select Set Print Area from the submenu.
– Excel 2007: Go to the Page Layout tab of the Ribbon, Print Area button, Set Print Area choice.
That's it. You're done.
Now, when you print, you'll get only the information in the cells that you selected.
(A quick note here: I did try using the Ctrl key to select separate sections for the print area. What I found was that Excel printed each section on a separate sheet of paper).
Okay, so now that you know how to print just part of a worksheet, let's say you used this little trick to print part of a worksheet and now you need to print the entire thing. How do we get it all back?
It's easy enough. You don't even have to highlight the cells!
Basically we'll retrace our steps and this time choose to clear the print area.
– Older version of Excel: Go to the File menu, Print Area and select Clear Print Area from the submenu.
– Excel 2007: Go to the Page Layout tab of the Ribbon, Print Area button, Clear Print Area choice.
Poof! Back to where you started.
If only all things in life came with such short instructions!


text:
Items in Cart:
Signs are printed on different color vinyl, Red, White, Black.
If you want another colour please confirm before order is placed to check stock availability
Please specify your need otherwise black will be send randomly.
Please ask question if you are interested in more quantities at better price.
If you have any other specific sign quote to print you may ask question before purchase.
Quote printed on Vinyl sticker as in picture
Size of each letter is 4cm approximately (Sizes may vary depending on the quote and font chosen)
Words starting with Curly letters will be much bigger
Please ask if you have a specific need, we will accommodate your request
1 x Vinyl sticker


text:
Happy Spring to the Class of 1961 -
I really appreciate all the gratitude so many have expressed for coordinating all the information for our reunion. But it is not just me. So many have stepped up and taken on one of the responsibilities. I pass your thanks along to my many helpers, especially all those who have helped contact people who have not responded yet.
Okay, submissions to our memory book are finally starting to trickle in (but not fast enough) and we thank you very much for your discipline to do this. How do you recap 50 years? Well, it isn't easy, we know that. But you can do it. Remember the hints provided previously (use any or all that you like):
- Since 1961 . . . (Tell us what you have been doing – not everything though!)
- The most rewarding aspect of my life since graduation has been . . .
- Looking back over the last 50 years, the most significant part of my Marygrove education was . . .
- My favorite "Marygrove Minute" occurred when . . . (so far, these have been really funny. Not all of us lived in the dorms, so I am getting quite an education 50 years later. I never knew that rain gutters were for refrigeration of beer bottles! How very clever we were. Tell me more, please.)
We do have a backup plan in place if you just cannot get your submission to me electronically but most so far seem to be handling the request just fine. You can contact me at (717) 533-9636, or 866 Sand Hill Road, Hershey PA 17033. I will give you the details about what to do.
Our dinner plans are complete! Big Fish Seafood Bistro, 700 Town Center Drive (at the corner of Valley View Drive) in Dearborn received the enthusiastic vote of our two phantom diners, Ruth Stauder LeBay and Kathy Walker. The restaurant is located less than a half-mile down the road from the Hyatt Regency and can also be found at: http://www.landrysrestaurants.com/. Click on the link to "Our Restaurants" on the left, and then click on the "Big Fish" logo in the upper right corner. So our dinner date is Saturday, September 17; the time is 6 PM.
We will be allowed to choose from a selection of five (including one vegetarian), yummy entrees. The total price is $35 and includes the three course dinner, tax, and gratuity, served in our own private space with a cash bar conveniently located close by. The restaurant will also print a special "Marygrove Reunion" menu so everyone can make their choice that evening. Guests are definitely welcome. We ask you to reserve your place at our reunion table by sending a check payable to Ruth for $35 at:
Ruth LeBay, 2338 Chesapeake Ct., Troy MI 48098
Having the money ahead of time will allow us to make the deposit to reserve the room and special facilities to make our class dinner very special. After August 15th, the deposit is non-refundable. That is the last date the restaurant allows us to cancel our reservation. We should receive a sample menu shortly. It will be in the next newsletter. If we get it before that we will post it on the web page. You will not be disappointed. Bon Appétit!
There is still time to nominate, but do it soon. DEADLINE: May 31. The application form can be found at: http://www.marygrove.edu/alumni-donors/alumni-relations/distinguished-alumni.html Alumni, family, friends, co-workers, faculty, staff, and students may all submit nominations. Self-nominations are also accepted. The Alumni Association Advisory Council will review nominations and select the award recipients.
A block of rooms is being held at the Hyatt Regency Dearborn, 600 Town Center Drive, Dearborn, MI. You may reserve a single or double occupancy room for Friday and/or Saturday night for $85 per night. At this fantastic rate, don't let the other classes fill the room you want to reserve. We have a jump on other classes to reserve early. Reservations must be received on or before Friday, August 26, 2011 and may be made by calling 888-421-1442. You must identify yourself as a member of Marygrove College Homecoming 2011. If you wish to register on line, here is the link: https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.do?mode=welcome_gi_new&groupID=3440952
After my last newsletter, I thought we had found three of our MIAs. But attempts to contact them were not successful so the list remains the same. The current list includes:
Susan Blow Salkowski
Janet Casha Looney
Kathleen Flanigan Millard
Barbara Kowalski
Ann Luma Ragazzi
Anne O'Neill Patten Felcyn
Carol Schwager Murphy
Alicia Tan
Gail Wilkie
I have the list posted on the web site and in the interests of saving paper will forgo pasting a list again.
See web site for this list also.
There are a couple of new names on the General Committee. Check it out.
This is it from Reunion Headquarters for now.
Regards to all,
Anne Marie (Abel) Searer


text:
Outdoor Tennis Courts
Eight tennis courts are available to students, faculty, and alumni. The four courts closest to the Rec Complex Building are equipped with lights for play after sundown. The McNeese Women's Tennis Team play their home matches on these courts. Racquets and balls can be checked out at the receptionist desk inside the Rec Complex with a valid McNeese ID.


text:
Md. woman, co-workers disagree on claim to Mega Millions
A Baltimore woman is claiming one-third of the $656 million Mega Millions jackpot, but colleagues at the McDonald's restaurant where she works say Mirlande Wilson bought the tickets for a workplace pool — and that they're winners too.
All of which may be irrelevant if Wilson doesn't produce the winning ticket.
Maryland Lottery officials say someone purchased a winning ticket Friday night at a Baltimore County 7-Eleven store, but as of midafternoon Monday, no one had come forward. Lottery director Stephen Martino said he hadn't heard from Wilson or her representative, and that no one had showed up at his Baltimore offices. Although he didn't call Wilson's story a fabrication, he said, "We don't have any reason to believe right now that it's true."
PHOTOS: Mega Millions madness
He added, "I will say that I tend to be really skeptical of all these claims." He said he had heard at least half a dozen names of people who claim to have won.
Wilson told the New York Post she planned to claim her $105 million share Monday but declined to show the ticket to a reporter. She was unavailable for comment Monday — a Baltimore phone listing for her was non-working.
Co-workers told the Post they pooled their cash to buy several tickets and that Wilson is stiffing them.
Maryland Lottery spokeswoman Carole Everett said Monday, "I never expected, based on that story, that this is the actual winner. We really won't believe anybody till they walk in with a ticket and the ticket is valid — and they have identification."
Everett says false claims are part of the process, especially when a jackpot reaches stratospheric heights. "Lots of people claim that they won," she said. "They want a piece of the excitement."
In New Jersey in 2010, a group of asphalt workers who regularly played Mega Millions sued a co-worker who disappeared after a November 2009 drawing. The co-worker said he needed foot surgery, but crewmembers found his name on a list of Mega Millions winners: He had claimed $38.5 million. A jury last month ordered him to share the jackpot.
Such cases were enough to persuade Karen Pugh, principal of Bandini Elementary School in Commerce, Calif., east of Los Angeles, to draw up an agreement for her group of 11 regular lottery players. "My secretary and I just had a feeling that we needed to be wise in this, because we had heard the stories of office pools gone bad," Pugh said.
By January 2010, they had been playing the lottery together for a year and a half and said they needed to bring some precision to the process. The agreement covered how much each member put in and what would happen if a member chose not to play one week (no prize). Pugh's secretary began photocopying tickets and handing out copies.
"She just kept saying, 'Well, when we win, we need to be very clear,' " Pugh said.
Three weeks later, they won $12 million.
Last July, Pugh retired after 30 years in the school district. In January, 16 Bandini employees, including nine of her former group, won an additional $250,000. She said, "I believe they still have something in writing."
Posted | Updated


text:
To improve the building's overall energy performance and reduce its greenhouse gas emissions.
Pilot Credit Closed
This pilot credit was closed to new pilot credit registrations on 3/1/2015. It is now available in the LEED Innovation Catalog for ongoing use by project teams as an innovation point rather than a pilot credit.
Meet all of the following requirements:
- Meet the requirements of ENERGY STAR for Homes, version 3
Complete the thermal enclosure system rater checklist, the HVAC system quality installation rater and contractor checklists, and the water management system builder checklist. Certified passive house projects automatically meet the thermal enclosure system rater checklist requirement.
Achieve a HERS index rating at or below the HERS index target (or USGBC-approved equivalent for projects outside the U.S.) or meet the requirements of the ENERGY STAR for Homes version 3 Prescriptive Pathway, which includes meeting or exceeding all components of the ENERGY STAR Reference Design.
- If installed, at least one of the following appliances must be ENERGY STAR qualified (or performance equivalent for projects outside the U.S.) in each dwelling unit:
- refrigerator;
- dishwasher; or
- clothes washer.
- All duct runs must be fully ducted (i.e., building cavities may not be used as ducts).
Existing portions of an existing building are given the following allowances:
Thermal Enclosure System Rater Checklist
2.1. Slab insulation is strongly encouraged but not required to meet or exceed 2009 IECC levels.
4.1. Attic insulation at the intersection of existing roof and existing exterior walls does not have to meet R-value requirements.
4.4.5e. Advanced framing is not required on existing framed walls,
5.2.1. Existing sill plates on top of concrete are not required to be placed on a foam gasket.
Water-Managed Site and Foundation
1.3. A capillary break under an existing slab is not required unless there are visible signs of moisture damage on the slab floor.
1.5. Exterior below-grade walls are not required to be damp-proofed on the exterior surface unless there are visible signs of moisture damage on the interior of the wall.
1.8 - Drain tiles surrounded with clean gravel and fabric filter are not required for existing slabs, unless there are visible signs of moisture damage on the slab floor
2, 3. Water-managed wall and roof assembly requirements are not required for existing walls or roofing unless there are signs of moisture damage related to vulnerabilities in the walls or roof.
General Pilot Documentation Requirements
- Participate in the LEEDuser pilot credit forum
- Complete the feedback survey:
Credit specific:
- All completed inspection checklists
- HERS Target Index, building's HERS Index
LEED for Homes Review Process
LEED for Homes projects: When complete, submit documentation here.
Join LEEDuser
Ask questions, share tips, and get notified of new forum posts by joining LEEDuser, a tool developed by BuildingGreen and supported by USGBC!


text:
Strut mounts handle a pretty obvious task. However, the actual impact of this task cannot be understated. Connecting your strut to the rest of the suspension allows the shock, and by extension the rest of your suspension, to perform at it's best. A faulty or worn strut mount, unsurprisingly, has the opposite effect. Rough rides, banging under your chassis, and deteriorating handling are all signs of a worn strut mount.
Moog's strut mounts are all designed to either match or exceed OE performance. By replacing your worn strut mounts with brand new Moog mounts, you'll not only improve your current ride quality, you'll also reinforce it for years to come. Plus, Moog covers all of their strut mounts with a lifetime warranty handled in-house here at DST and includes all new hardware for a quick and easy installation.


text:
by Micro Focus
Oct 16, 2012
Download It is imperative that the applications that your customers rely on perform as expected. That requires effective performance testing. But as the costs and complexity of managing these tests rise, you should investigate more cost-effective and powerful alternatives. Read this white paper to learn how cloud-based performance testing provides the answer to your quest, allowing you to quickly scale to even the largest peak loads - all while paying just for what you use when you use it.


text:
You can set a list of default installation directories depending on the target installation platform.
When the compiled installer is executed, IzPack chooses the default that matches the platform.
The prefix:
TargetPanel.dir is used to specify variables related to setting the default installation directory.
IzPack recognizes this as a built-in variable which can be user-modified.
For example, change the resources to variables:
<resources> <res id="TargetPanel.dir.windows" src="@{izpack.dir.app}/installpath.windows.txt"/> <res id="TargetPanel.dir.unix" src="@{izpack.dir.app}/installpath.unix.txt"/> </resources>
<variables> <variable name="TargetPanel.dir.windows" value="C:/MyApp"/> <variable name="TargetPanel.dir.unix" value="/usr/local/myapp"/> </variables>
This uses the following variable search order to determine the default directory to display:
- TargetPanel.dir.<platform symbolic name> e.g. TargetPanel.dir.windows_7
- TargetPanel.dir.<platform name> e.g. TargetPanel.dir.windows
- TargetPanel.dir.<parent platform> e.g. given platform "FEDORA_LINUX" looks for TargetPanel.dir.linux, followed by TargetPanel.dir.unix
- TargetPanel.dir
- SYSTEM_user_dir corresponds to the system property "user.dir"
Available platforms can be found in the class Platforms. The names are the lowercase versions of those defined.
Allowed names include:
- aix
- debian_linux
- fedora_linux
- freebsd
- hp_ux
- linux
- mac
- mac_osx
- mandrake_linux
- mandriva_linux
- os_2
- red_hat_linux
- sunos
- sunos_x86
- sunos_sparc
- suse_linux
- unix
- ubuntu_linux
- windows
- windows_7
- windows_8
- windows_xp
- windows_2003
- windows_vista
The DEFAULT_INSTALL_PATH variable is initialised to <PARENT_DIRECTORY>/$APP_NAME where <PARENT_DIRECTORY> is determined by:
|Parent Directory
|ProgramFiles environment variable
|Mac OSX
|/usr/local/ if writeable, or System.getProperty("user.home") if not
Changes from 4.3.6
Changes from earlier versions
Prior to 4.3.6, resources were used rather than variables. Resources were searched for with the following names
- "TargetPanel.dir." + lower case version of System.getProperty("os.name"), with any spaces replace with underscores
- "TargetPanel.dir." + <platform> where platform is one of ("windows", "mac", "unix")
- "TargetPanel.dir"
IZPACK-798 changed the above to use variables instead of text files, following the same naming convention.


text: 3/4-Sleeve Structured Knit Jacket Style: 570075431 Out of Stock Love it? Everyone else did too. This item sold out! Use our search tool, chat online or call 1.877.948.2525 to find something equally desirable. A jacket alternative to add to your repertoire. Lightweight, structured knit has a ribbed band to define the waist, snugged with a hook-and-eye closure. Rhodium-finish buckles accent faux flap pockets at the hip. 72% Rayon, 28% Nylon. Hand wash, cold; lay flat to dry. Imported. Contoured stretch fit. Shawl collar. Ribbed cuff on 3/4 sleeve. Hits at the lower hip (24" from shoulder in front, 22" in back). Read More… Share on Facebook Tweet Pin


text:
Your shopping cart is empty!×
Price: US$3.00
Product Code: 9303-2
Availability: In Stock
Availability: In Stock
Payment Methods:
Glue on box or soap label.
- Combine shipment with other items, no freight shall be paid and 10% discount.
Price for 20 sheets as one set.
- Card size : 205 x 51 mm
Write a review
Bad Good


text:
Director of CommunicationsJulianne email@example.com
The Department of Small Business Services is frequently highlighted by major news outlets such as The New York Times, The Daily News, Crain's New York Business, and local and national television stations.
The above press clip listings are in .PDF format. To download and print these listings, you will need the latest copy of the Adobe Acrobat Reader. This program can be downloaded for free from this link " Acrobat and the Web."


text:
You have no items in your shopping cart.
2nd Grade Reading LP Class Kit
2nd Grade Reading LP Class Kit [ LP-RCK21 ]
The 2nd Grade Reading Class Kit comes with 8 LP Bases, 25 curriculum packs (5 each of 5 titles) with 12 cards each, 720 questions and answers that cover: Capitalization & Punctuation, Reading Comprehension, Word Usage, Vocabulary and Grammar. It is packaged in a sturdy box with a clear vinyl top for easy storage and organization. This kit is great for whole classroom participation. A $376 Value, Save $86!
See the individual titles and slide shows for detailed descriptions and previews of curriculum.Learn More
Learning Palette Base [ LP-B100 ]
The Learning Palette Base works for all Grades and all Titles. The unique clear lid acts as a storage device between uses making it ieasy to keep track of the loose pieces. Learn More
Replacement Disks [ LP-BD01 ]
Because of the great storage design of the LP Base and lid, the disks used to answer the questions rarely get lost. However, if they do, feel free to order a new set of 12, (2 each of 6 colors, 6 solids and 6 with holes in the middle). Learn More


text: W/Marge Simpson posting threads about Charity Crafting projects and other threads in the past, I know there are many of us here who do various crafts. I've been meaning to start a catch all thread ( ) for all of us to come in and chat about what we're currently doing/working on. Tonight I finally decided to do it. I'm currently working on a baby sweater that's part of a knitted set for my "stash" of stuff I do for the Neo Natal Unit at the hospital in Sudbury. I knit my very first baby sweater last week and am quite proud of how it turned out. This one is a bit more difficult a pattern, but that's how you get better w/your skills, right? Besides, now that I've gotten the hang of knitting in the round, I decided it was time to give a baby sweater a try. I've also got an easy peasy knitted in the round baby hat off to the side here too. Just to give myself a break every so often. Not to mention some of my tried and true Crochet baby hat patterns and the hooks needed to make those as well. I've got a major Cross Stitch project I *really* want to get done, but I've been saying that for the last four years now. It would be one thing if everything didn't take up so much room, but when I have everything out to work on it, it takes up most of our Dining Room table space. A good friend of mine from the online LOTR Community made me a copy of one of the programs you can create a Cross Stitch chart from a picture. It's of Liv Tyler as Arwen from The Return of the King and is a 12 page chart. Three pages down and four pages across and she's about half done. The joke in this house has been getting her finished, framed and on the wall is my Annual New Year's Resolution, but I really do want to get her done and started on another Cross Stitch piece. Anyway...What's everyone else working on?


text: I am sure I am overcomplicating things...and others with much more experience have worked out the system that works best. I am just trying to understand why the "obvious" solutions (to a newbie/outsider) don't work or are even detrimental.while I have your attention regarding foundationless frames. On your site you mention and show a number of frames with comb guide all around (side top and bottom) I assume you have found this unnecessary or excessive since I never see you reference it in the relevant archived threads?


text:
D-Backs targeting another reliever
A month ago, even two weeks ago, the Diamondbacks' biggest need appeared to be a top-of-the-rotation starter.
The D-Backs still could use one, as could most every club. But general manager Kevin Towers is more focused on upgrading his bullpen, according to major-league sources.
Specifically, Towers wants a dominant reliever to pitch in the seventh inning and complement setup man David Hernandez and closer J.J. Putz, sources say.
Towers' idea: To build a late-inning trio similar to the one that he constructed with the Padres — Luke Gregerson, Mike Adams and Heath Bell.
The D-Backs already have reduced their bullpen ERA from a major-league worst 5.74 last season to 3.26 this season, a figure that ranks eighth in the National League.
Hernandez, acquired from the Orioles in the Mark Reynolds trade, been a major part of the turnaround. But the D-Backs would like to find an option superior to righties Esmerling Vasquez and Aaron Heilman in the seventh inning.
The team is set with righties Ian Kennedy and Daniel Hudson at the top of their rotation. Righty Josh Collmenter has been a revelation, lefty Zach Duke shut out the Astros for seven innings in his 2011 debut and lefty Joe Saunders has a 3.96 ERA in his last six starts. Double A righty Jarrod Parker, meanwhile, could be an option in the second half.
The way the D-Backs see it, their rotation should be good enough to compete. Their offense, third in the NL in runs per game, will provide enough leads.
The trick now is to make the bullpen as strong as it possibly can be.
— Ken Rosenthal


text:
Useful research by Aimee Whitcroft who goes beyond the call of duty testing various ways of turning Linkedin data into infographics.
Her Your LinkedIn profile, visualised concludes the artwork generated by services automating the process are little more than good-looking gimmicks and certainly not good enough to send someone when you're looking for a new job.
She goes onto the say the idea is lovely and there are some great elements, but the services need to improve.


text:
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - The University of North Carolina men's tennis program has signed Brayden Schnur to a National Letter of Intent for the 2013-2014 school year. Schnur is from Ontario, Canada, but resides at the Canadian National Training Center in Montreal, Quebec. Over the last several years he has established himself as one of the elite tennis players in the world under the age of 18.
Schnur represented Canada in Junior Davis Cup in both the under 14 and 16 age groups. He won the Canadian National Championships in singles and doubles in the boys' 16's and was a finalist in the boys' 18's. Earlier this year, he reached his highest ITF junior world ranking of 26th. He has multiple wins over the world's best juniors including a win over the fourth-ranked player in the world. He participated in the 2012 Junior U.S. Open, and the main draw of the 2013 Junior Australian Open.
Schnur qualified for his first professional ITF futures event at the age of 15. In 2013, he picked up his first ATP point by defeating the 329th player in the world. He also reached the semifinals of a futures event in doubles, defeating the No. 2 seed along the way.
"I decided to choose The University of North Carolina because they have an excellent athletic program, allowing me to train and prepare for my future on the pro tour while getting an amazing degree," Schnur said. "They have an amazing coaching staff with Coach Phillips and Coach Paul both having considerable experience with playing and coaching players on the pro tour. After being on my visit, I just knew that UNC was a place that I could call home.""We could not be more excited to have Brayden join our program," said Carolina head coach Sam Paul. "He is an incredibly talented young man whose work ethic will be contagious. He has very big goals for himself in his tennis career and in the classroom, and we look forward to helping him reach all of those goals. Brayden is a fantastic addition to our team, and he will have a tremendous impact on our program."


text:
You're a beauty Ruby!!! I would love to hear you talk! Congrats on being POTD!
I hope this is a special day for you!
Dog of the Day
Cat of the Day
Pet of the Day
You're a beauty Ruby!!! I would love to hear you talk! Congrats on being POTD!
I hope this is a special day for you!
Forever in my heart...Casey.Ginger.Corey.Mandy.Sassy.Lacey.Angel .Missy
You are beautiful, Ruby! Such vivid colors and wonderful personality! I like how you take your mini beer mug to fill up with water . . . I would love to hear you recite all the words you speak and your guardian should do a video for online bird lover/pleasure-seekers! Hope you have a fun POTD celebration!
Avatar courtesy of Kimlovescats . . . many thanks!
EvErY LiFe ShOuLd HaVe NiNe CaTs
Hi Ruby! Happy Pet of the Day to you! What a stunning beauty you are, Ruby! Your brilliant coloring is breathtaking, and your personality equally as bright! I smiled from ear to ear reading your human's love filled tribute to her gorgeous girl, learning all about your happy life, and just how deeply you touch the lives of all you meet! But oh, the images of you riding that shopping cart, greeting your fellow shoppers; hosting tea parties for your mommy's young charges; filling up your mini beer mug at your water bowl; you humming Rock a Bye as your mommy cradles you in her arms...melted my heart! And of course, can't forget your amazing ability to speak to your humans! Could you be any more perfect, Ruby? You truly are one in a million, and your family so very lucky to have a beautiful, joyful, sweet and loving best feathered friend in you! Thanks for the BIG smiles, sweetheart! I hope you're enjoying a very happy day of celebration, being treated to all your heart desires and more! Lots of love, gentle cuddles and little kisses to you beautiful Ruby, our very special and most deserving Pet of the Day!
Star,Tigg'r , Mollie and the10 Gallon Gang!
And my Rainbow Bridge Furangels...Jingles, Cody, Fritz, Chessa, Satin, Buddy, Lizzie, Oliver, Squeaker, Moonbeam, Rosie, Ruby~
Ruby what a stunning girl you are!!!
Your beautiful pictures and the thought of you with your tiny beer mug, sure made me smile!!! What a treat it must be to have you for a friend. Please thank your family for sharing you with us. I hope you are enjoying your special day to the fullest.
Congratulations, sweet Ruby, on being our very special Pet of the Day!!!
No matter what anyone does, someone some where will be offended some how!!!!
Grandma (RB), Chester, Angel, Chip
Leonardo (RB), Luke (RB), Winnie, Chuck,
Hi Ruby! Your colors are amazing, you look like a very happy girl! Congratulations on the Pet Of The Day!
Copyright © 2001-2013 Pet of the Day.com


text: I run an ebay consignment store and just had a gentleman ask me to list his 1957 2 door fleetwood for him. I then proceeded to search for information on the internet about this car to make my listing have more details and to thoroughly represent this beautiful car and to my suprise, I can't find anything. All the information is about the 4 door sedan but this is a 2 door. The owner states that there were only 263 of these cars made in '57 so maybe that has something to do with it. I was just hoping someone on here could point me in the right direction to find out accurate info on this exact car. I would appreciate any information anyone has! Thank you very much!


text: Tara Convertible Bracelet Style: 570097740 Out of Stock Love it? Everyone else did too. This item sold out! Use our search tool, chat online or call 1.888.855.4986 to find something equally desirable. Convertible chic: linked with rings, a versatile beaded bracelet with so many styling options. Hook it together to wear on your wrist. Hang it as a pendant—looped or long—from your matching necklace. Length: 8". Acrylic, glass, and metal. Imported. Read More… Share on Facebook Tweet Pin


text:
Bookmark this site
BELLEVUE, WA -- Coinstar Inc. announced on Feb. 15 that it will buy back $50 million of its common stock from Morgan Stanley. The repurchase is part of a buyback worth up to $74.5 million that the company's board approved earlier.
The quantity of shares that the owner and operator of Redbox DVD rental kiosks and coin-counting machines buys back will be based on average prices over a period that analysts say could extend from mid-March at the earliest to mid-May at the latest. By reducing the number of shares on the market, the stock buyback could boost the value of the company's remaining shares.
Earlier this month, Coinstar Inc., which also operates self-service coin-counting machines, reported lower-than-expected fourth quarter results. Officials cited disappointing sales from its Redbox kiosks as a result of a 28-delay of new movie releases. Its guidance for the current quarter also fell short of Wall Street forecasts. | SEE STORY


text:
|"Are you a wizard or not?"
The title of this article is conjectural. Although it is based on canonical information, the actual name is conjecture and may be supplanted at any time by additional information released from canonical sources. If this occurs, please move this page to the appropriate title.
This letter was written by Sirius Black, to his godson Harry, in response to a letter Harry had written to him weeks earlier.
Harry -
I'm flying north immediately. This news about your scar is the latest in a series of strange rumours that have reached me here. If it hurts again, go straight to Dumbledore - they're saying he's got Mad-Eye out of retirement, which means he's reading the signs, even if no one else is. I'll be in touch soon. My best to Ron and Hermione. Keep your eyes open, Harry.
Harry was alarmed by the letter, as he believed that by coming back he would be caught by the Ministry. In order to try to convince Sirius to change his mind, Harry wrote another letter telling Sirius that he probably imagined the pain. The attempt, however, didn't work.
Harry's letter
Dear Sirius,
I reckon I just imagined my scar hurting, I was half asleep when I wrote to you last time. There's no point coming back, everything's fine here. Don't worry about me, my head feels completely normal.


text:
BATON ROUGE, La.- No. 22 Carolina rebounded from an 8-0 loss Friday to beat No. 10 LSU 3-1 in an exciting rematch Sunday afternoon at Tiger Park.
The Tar Heels closed out their season-opening tournament with a 3-2 mark, including wins over Hampton and Purdue on Saturday.
The Tigers struck first, putting a run on the board in the fourth after Jacee Blades hit a leadoff single and then scored on Allison Falcon's RBI double.
North Carolina responded in the sixth, as senior Tisha Mahon and junior Amy Nece hit back-to-back successful bunts before freshman Erin Satterfield drew a walk to load the bases. Senior Haleigh Dickey grounded out while driving in Mahon to even the score at 1-1. Sophomore Amber Parrish then reached first on a fielder's choice, advancing Satterfield to third and putting Nece across the plate to put the Tar Heels on top. Senior Constance Orr hit a sacrifice fly to left field, driving in Satterfield to make it 3-1 in Carolina's favor.
The Tar Heels were able to hold the Tigers in the remaining two frames with several strong defensive plays as Carolina improved to 3-2 on the season.
Junior Lori Spingola (2-1) pitched a complete game, notching four strikeouts and giving up three hits and four walks.
UNC will host Radford on Wednesday, Feb. 13 for a doubleheader at 4 and 6 pm at Anderson Stadium. The Tar Heels will hit the road again next week when they travel to Texas A&M for the Aggie Classic.
2013 Tiger Classic All-Tournament Team
North Carolina's Haleigh Dickey and Tisha Mahon were named to the Tiger Classic All-Tournament team for their performances this weekend. Dickey finished with three RBIs and five hits, including a triple. Mahon had six hits and scored one for the Tar Heels.
Jill Barrett - Tulsa
Haleigh Dickey - North Carolina
Ashley Burkhardt - Purdue
Allison Falcon, LSU
Rachele Fico, LSU
Hailey Henshaw - Tulsa
Tisha Mahon - North Carolina
Bianca Vallejo - Hampton
Andie Varsho - Purdue


text:
No results
Clear all selections to show more results.
Forever stamps are a money saving idea that cannot be ignored. These stamps retain their value no matter how long you hold them and how often stamp prices go up. Buy Forever stamps in a variety of designs from Sam's Club in bulk, and always be ready to mail whatever you need whenever you need to.
But you'll find a lot more at Sam's Club than just stamps. You'll also find plenty of ink pads for stamps that you may use for stamping documents with dates, your company's logo, special care messages, or whatever impression your documents may require. You'll also find date stamps specially designed to allow you to mark the date on documents easily for years to come. If you're looking for pre-inked stamps with common office messages such as "completed" "faxed" or "paid" you'll find those here too.
Not having the right stamps on hand in your office is simply an invitation to waste time that you can't afford to spare. At Sam's Club prices for stamps and ink pads, there's no reason not to stock up as soon as possible. If you're ready to save time and money on your letters, deliveries, and documents that require stamping, choose office stamps, office ink pads and related products from Sam's Club today.


text:
|Topic Review (Newest First)
|i would also bring a stool sample.
|since we can only guess at what could be wrong, i would get him to the vet asap. here is what we know, he is sick, vomiting, loose stool and may have ingested motor oil or some other substance. did you take his temp, measure urine out put ect...
likely gastroenteritis, could be caused by something new in the diet, could be from dirty lake water.
I too am concerned about calcium content in his diet.
My diets always contained raw bone.
You want to be careful you dont feed too much egg. My adult dogs only get a couple eggs a week.
I feel vegetables are basically pointless in a dog's diet, I would rather just have raw meat, bone, and organ, but that's neither here nor there in this thread.
You said he stepped in motor oil. Are you sure he didn't ingest some of the motor oil? What did you clean his feet with? It's possible all the soap wasn't rinsed from in his feet and he licked them, ingesting soap?
Definitely a trip to the vet.
|my boy diesel
the calcium in undried eggshells and yogurt is not enough
it must be given in a ratio mg per lb
the stomach situation may or may not be related but thats for the vet to figure out
Thanks for the suggestions...
BowWowMeow, I seriously doubt it is pancreatitis, he is not exhibiting any signs of pain, is tolerant of being touched on the stomach... basically other than the intestinal problems he is acting just like a puppy... just a little subdued. You might be right about the pork, though it made up only about 10% off the food. He is not eating at all... offered him some straight chicken broth and he was not having it, though he did start to drink, so that is good.
My Boy Diesel... Whilst I am sure you are right that adding more calcium would firm up stool, I am not sure it would account for the acute symptoms he is displaying. I was measured his food to include about 1/2 of an eggshell per day, and the couple of tablespoons of yoghurt should have brought him into the low end of the recommended daily allowance of calcium.
Honestly I am hoping he just scarfed something at the park that did not agree with him and will be back to normal shortly. Either way, if things do not improve I will take him in for a check.
|my boy diesel
you are not giving him enough calcium
dogs need bones or calcium in some form to go with the meat
i would get him to the vet asap and have them diagnose his stomach troubles
but also if you are not able to formulate a good diet with meat and calcium in a proper ratio i would strongly suggest a good quality kibble while he is in this critical growth period
I would guess it's the pork. It's too fatty. Hopefully it's just too much for his system and not pancreatitis. Pancreatitis is very painful.
Don't give him any more food tonight. Tomorrow, put him on a bland diet -- boiled chicken, overcooked rice, sweet potato and a little pumpkin. Feed him very small amounts a time. Add real probiotics (not just yogurt).
You can also give him some slippery elm to help heal his gut and alternate with activated charcoal which will absorb any gas and toxins.
If you don't have experience preparing a homemade diet I would buy some of Monica Segal's books. Don't try to do it yourself, based on the Internet.
Sick puppy
12 Week old Dutch/German cross.
I have had Lycaon for 3 weeks. On the way home from picking him up he threw up twice. I put this down to stress. The next morning he did it in his kennel again.
I started feeding him Freshpet rolled food. After the second day he cut his intake to less than 3/4 lbs a day, so after about a 4-5 days I switched him over to a home cooked diet composed of chicken meat (gizzards, heart, boneless breast & thigh) with blended eggs and blended vegetables (spinach, peas, carrots, broccoli) and a dollop of probiotic yoghurt. He tolerated this very well and was up to close to two lbs a day. He passed his second (my first with him) vet check, and the Doc said his weight looked very good. I started to add in some liver (chicken and beef) and fish. This caused very loose stools but after a couple of days this improved. I had precooked enough food for a couple weeks and he was putting on weight (still had a distinct waist from above, was 24.5 lbs when I weighed him Friday) well and doing normal puppy stuff. Every once in a while (perhaps three times that I observed) he would do that puppy puking noise and would bring up a little clear liquid.
This weekend I made up a new batch of food for him. There were two differences this time. I added pork and as this time I had access to a pressure cooker so I used bone in chicken meat that I pressure cooked for 2 hours. I had read that this would cause the bones to be extremely soft, but I figured I would be able to pull them out. When I attempted to the bones were softer than canned salmon bones... trying to pull them out with a spoon made them fall apart like dried mud or chalk.
Yesterday he ate a little under three lbs, if you include the weight of the broth.
This morning he had liquid stool. He behaved normally on his morning walk and ate about a lb for a late breakfast. On returning home I noticed that there was a jug of motor oil that had been knocked over and Lycaon walked through the puddle before I could get it cleaned up. I then took him and the kids out to a local park (not a dog park because not all his shots are complete, though as with most places this time of year there were one or two dogs present). He again was his normal self, running around jumped in the lake (fairly nasty water in there), and played with the kids. Got home and offered him food. He ate a couple mouthfuls and quit. I thought that was odd, but not too big a deal. I had to take my son to his mothers so I put Lycaon in his crate and left hime for about 45 mins. I got home and let him out, hung out with him for about another 30 then let him outside. Very liquid stool again and then he immediately threw up what looked to be about 3/4 lb of food... most of what he had eaten all day. Now he is not eating or drinking at all, and his energy is somewhat though not overly subdued... he still comes when called, my roommate has friends over and e went and greeted them and he is still following commands, just far more like an adult dog would than a puppy.
I plan on taking him to the vet tomorrow if there is no improvement but am I missing something really obvious?
|Posting Rules
You may post new threads
You may post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off


text:
Garrett Gomez reunites with Georgie Boy in Saturday's Damascus Stakes for 3-year-olds at seven furlongs. It marks the first race for the California-bred son Tribal Rule since March 15, when he won the Grade II San Felipe Stakes, and the first ride for Gomez on Georgie Boy since they won the Grade I Del Mar Futurity together last year. Gomez, whose mounts have earned more than $17.7 million to date this year, is seeking his third straight national money-winning title. He leads runner-up Robby Albarado by more than $2.2 million.
"Georgie Boy has been doing everything great," said Gomez, who has worked the gelding owned and bred by George Schwary and trained by Kathy Walsh several times en route to his comeback. "We've tried to get enough air in him to make sure he's fit, without going too fast. He's a classy individual and he's doing good."
The field for the seven-furlong Damascus: Dancing in Silks, Joel Rosario, 120; Hatta Fort, Julien Leparoux, 123; D. Double You, Rene Douglas, 116; Gayego, Mike Smith, 123; Blue Chagall, Brice Blanc, 118; Into Mischief, Espinoza, 118; Victor's Cry, John Velazquez, 116; No Advantage, Rafael Bejarano, 116; Young Joe, Joe Talamo, 118; Signature Move, Michael Baze, 118; Kool Comic, Robby Albarado, 123; Georgie Boy, Garrett Gomez, 123; Leonides, Richard Migliore, 123; and Master Daniel, Frankie Dettori, 116.
Jack Carava hopes the fourth time is the charm when Moral Compass runs in Saturday's Grade II $150,000 Oak Tree Derby.
Moral Compass was second by a nose in a division of the Oceanside Stakes at Del Mar in his first race for Carava. The son of Grand Slam previously was trained by Barclay Tagg before being obtained by Carava's principal client, Ron Valenta of La Canada, who races as La Canada Stables.
Moral Compass had a troubled trip when sixth by less than four lengths in the Grade II La Jolla Handicap on Aug. 9, then closed well while wide to be fourth by 3 1/4 lengths in an optional claiming race at Oak Tree on Oct. 1.
"I would say he needed his last race," Carava said. "He tries hard and has been very consistent. We just need a little luck this time."
Moral Compass has a 2-3-4 record from 13 starts, with earnings of $143,410.
The field for the Oak Tree Derby: Dixie Chatter, Richard Migliore, 118; Muny, David Flores, 118; Tres Borrachos, Tyler Baze, 122; Gallon, Russell Baze, 120; Moral Compass, Eibar Coa, 122; Madeo, Mike Smith, 122; Trevor's Clever, Joe Talamo, 118; Deal Making, Ramon Dominguez, 118; Woodland Flood, Victor Espinoza, 118; Nownownow, Julien Leparoux, 118; Blue Exit, Rafael Bejarano, 118; Rumba Along, Chantal Sutherland, 118; Ghetto, Kent Desormeaux, 118; and Pearl Fisher, Jose Valdivia Jr., 118.
Quisisana goes for her fourth victory from five starts and her second straight under Joe Talamo in Sunday's closing-day feature, the $100,000 Cascapedia Stakes for 3-year-old fillies at seven furlongs.
"She can do anything," said the 18-year-old rider, fourth in the Oak Tree standings with 12 victories through Wednesday. "You can do whatever you want with her. She can win on the lead, off the lead. I'm very grateful Mr. Mike (trainer Mike Puype) put me on her. She's push-button."
Talamo, who is represented by agent Scott McClellan, appreciates his position in the standings.
"With (Rafael) Bejarano and (Garrett) Gomez being so good and getting on pretty much the best horses all the time, for me to be fourth is incredible. I'm still young, so hopefully I'll move up in time. I'm watching them ride and trying to learn more and more each day."
The field for the Cascapedia: Accopela Choir, Alonso Quinonez, 118; Quisisana, Talamo, 118; Briecat, Jon Court, 123; Foxy Danseur, Mike Smith, 118; Highland Torree, Martin Garcia, 123; Dawn Before Dawn, Garrett Gomez, 123; P.S.U. Grad, Michael Baze, 118; Golden Doc A, Chantal Sutherland, 123; High Resolve, Russell Baze, 123; R Charlie's Angel, Aaron Gryder, 123; and Wickednwackyingrid, Martin Pedroza, 118.
Trainer Barry Abrams said Thursday morning that flight connections from Kentucky for Golden Doc A could not be arranged in time and she will miss the race.
John Sadler is confident Black Mamba can move him closer to his third consecutive Southern California training title by winning Friday's Grade II $250,000 Las Palmas Handicap for fillies and mares at one mile on turf.
The 52-year-old Long Beach native already has the Hollywood Park and Del Mar crowns on his resume. Through Wednesday, he had an 11-10 lead over runners-up Doug O'Neill and Mike Mitchell.
Black Mamba, a New Zealand-bred mare, is highweight under 120 pounds in the Las Palmas and drew the rail. She registered her first Grade I victory in Del Mar's John C. Mabee Handicap on Aug. 3, and followed that with a third to Wait a While in the Grade I Yellow Ribbon Stakes at Oak Tree on Sept. 27.
Owner Richard Templar of Chicago, who races as Doubledown Stables, Inc., opted not to supplement Black Mamba to the Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Turf, in light of the prohibitive $300,000 fee.
"She's a very good horse, and on class, she should have a big edge," Sadler said of the consistent stretch-running bay, who has never been out of the money in 11 starts in the United States. Overall, she has a 4-6-3 record from 21 starts, with earnings of $647,171.
The field for the Las Palmas, which goes as race No. 8 on a 10-race program: Black Mamba, Garrett Gomez, 120, 5-2; Lightmyfirebaby, Victor Espinoza, 115, 15-1; Zardana, Aaron Gryder, 115, 15-1; Trick's Pic, Joel Rosario, 115, 15-1; Lemon Chiffon, David Flores, 114, 10-1; Valbenny, Alex Solis, 117, 6-1; Kris' Sis, Michael Baze, 115, 8-1; Passified, Mike Smith, 116, 8-1; Moujane, Jose Valdivia Jr., 115, 15-1; Bahama Mama, Kent Desormeaux, 116, 30-1; Roshani, John Velazquez, 118, 10-1; Rosinka, Jeremy Rose, 118, 5-1; Gotta Have Her, Tyler Baze, 115, 15-1; and America's Friend, Sutherland, 114, 20-1.
Admission to Santa Anita on Friday and Saturday, Breeders' Cup days, will be available at the entrance gates. General admission is $20 per day and provides access to the Grandstand main floor, trackside apron, Paddock Gardens and Infield. Club House admission is $50 per day and gives access to the Club House main floor and the general admission areas.
A limited number of reserved seats are available. Seats in sections L-V of the Grandstand are $200 and $400 each for the two days. Club House apron reserved seats are $500 for two days.
First race post time Friday is 11:05 a.m. Parking lots open at 7:30 a.m. and admission gates at 8 a.m. First race post time Saturday is 10:10 a.m. Parking lots open at 6:30 a.m. and admission gates at 7 a.m.
Overflow parking will be available on Saturday at the Los Angeles County Arboretum, across Baldwin Avenue just north of Santa Anita, and the Arcadia County Park east of Santa Anita at Huntington Drive and Santa Anita Avenue.
Free shuttle buses will run from the Metro Gold Line's Sierra Madre Villa station in east Pasadena on Friday starting at 8 a.m. and on Saturday at 7:30 a.m., leaving from berth #4. Shuttles returning from Santa Anita to the Gold Line station begin both days at 1:30 p.m.
Complete train and bus service schedules to and near Santa Anita are on the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) website, http://www.metro.net.
Friday, Oct. 24
All 10 races will offer Win, Place, Show, Exacta, Trifecta, and Superfecta.
Races 1 through 8 offer Pick 3.
Races 1 through 9 offer Daily Double.
Races 5 and 7 offer Pick 4.
Race 7 offers Super High 5.
The Pick Six is on races 3 through 8.
Saturday, Oct. 25
All 11 races will offer Win, Place, Show, Exacta, Trifecta and Superfecta.
Races 1 through 9 offer Pick 3.
Races 1 through 10 offer Daily Double.
Races 2, 6 and 8 offer Pick 4.
Race 9 offers Super High 5.
The guaranteed $3-million Pick Six is on races 4 through 9. There is a mandatory Pick Six payout.
FINISH LINES: This Sunday, closing day, is Fan Appreciation Day at Oak Tree. All fans will receive a gift coupon redeemable for a variety of items, including backpacks, picnic jugs, long sleeve T-shirts and polo shirts, one per person while supplies last. First post time Sunday is 12:30 p.m. Gates open at 10:30 a.m. . . . Friday's local Weather.com
forecast calls for sunny skies with temperatures from 56 to 93 degrees, while Saturday's is sunny, from 56 to 87 . . . Kent Desormeaux, winner of three consecutive Oak Tree riding titles (1990-92), arrived Monday night for his Breeders' Cup engagements and has taken calls prior to Friday and Saturday's commitments. "It's good to be back with family and kids," the 38-year-old Hall of Fame rider said . . . Rafael Bejarano held a 25-22 lead over Garrett Gomez through Wednesday in the race for the Oak Tree riding crown . . . Shea Mitchell, daughter of trainer Mike Mitchell and his wife, Denise, will sing the National Anthem prior to Friday's Breeders' Cup program at Oak Tree . . . Former jockey Joe Steiner dislocated his left elbow in a freak accident about a week ago. "I was on a horse for (Richard) Mandella," explained the 44-year-old Steiner, who retired three years ago, "prepping to work her, and she ducked at the 16th pole. She stopped, planted and sent me flying. I'll probably miss about a month."


text:
Posted by Holger Kisker on December 20, 2010
Two months ago, we announced our upcoming Forrester Forrsights Software Survey, Q4 2010. Now the data is back from more than 2,400 respondents in North America and Europe and provides us with deep and sometimes surprising insights into the software market dynamics of today and the next 24 months.
We'd like to give you a sneak preview of interesting results around some of the most important trends in the software market: cloud computing integrated information technology, business intelligence, mobile strategy, and overall software budgets and buying preferences.
Companies Start To Invest More Into Innovation In 2011
After the recent recession, companies are starting to invest more in 2011, with 12% and 22% of companies planning to increase their software budgets by more than 10% or between 5% and 10%, respectively. At the same time, companies will invest a significant part of the additional budget into new solutions. While 50% of the total software budgets are still going into software operations and maintenance (Figure 1), this number has significantly dropped from 55% in 2010; spending on new software licenses will accordingly increase from 23% to 26% and custom-development budgets from 23% to 24% in 2011.
Cloud Computing Is Getting Serious
In this year's survey, we have taken a much deeper look into companies' strategies and plans around cloud computing besides simple adoption numbers. We have tested to what extent cloud computing makes its way from complementary services into business critical processes, replacing core applications and moving sensitive data into public clouds.


text:
'He celebrated a shorthanded goal in Saturday night's triumph over the Toronto Maple Leafs by taking off his glove, putting a pretend phone to his ear and saying "Hello, Darcy." "My teammates got a kick out of it," Satan said of the phone stunt.'
Satan's trade status uncertain
March 8, 2004 Submitted by
Via: Buffalo News


text:
The way that Utah sophomore Becky Tutka sports a big bow in her hair and twists and turns her body like some Shakira wannabe has some fans on gymnastics chatboards in a tizzy.
"They think she is being obnoxious," Utah co-coach Megan Marsden says with a sly smile.
The fans obviously aren't Utah fans; judging by the reaction Tutka is getting, her floor routine is one of the most popular the Utes have had in years.
The judges seem to agree too, since Tutka has scored 9.85 or higher with every routine and is ranked sixth in the nation with the event.
The infectious routine, set to Shakira's tune "Rabiosa," has become the exclamation mark for Utah's home meets as it plays to the crowd and to Tutka's bubbly personality.
"Floor has always been my favorite event, and I love to go out there and perform," she said. "You have to be able to sell a routine and I didn't know if I could do it, but it gives me a lot of confidence to do it."
Tutka knew she wanted a catchy routine this year and wanted to use something by Shakira. To help her with some ideas, Tutka went to former Utah gymnast Gael Mackie, who helped her choreograph the routine. Another former gymnast, Cortni Beers, also pitched in with ideas. The three have come up with a routine that is playful, dancy and a crowd and team favorite.
"She knows how to put on a good show," fellow gymnast Mary Beth Lofgren said. "She is really outgoing, so it's perfect for her."
The routine is just the kind of performance Marsden imagined Tutka could deliver when she was recruiting the Pennsylvania native.
A 2010 Junior Olympic National Team member, Tutka had a good reputation, but wasn't as highly rated as some of the other elites available. However, Marsden rightly predicted she'd be a hit at Utah after watching her compete.
"I told Greg [Marsden] I think I found a college gymnast for us," she said. "Floor routines in college are different than the elite level and sometimes it takes somebody some time to come into college and get excited about finally getting to be uninhibited, but not Becky. It was like she was waiting for this moment. When I was watching her train, I could envision Becky in front of our crowd and she wanted to show me everything too."
Tutka's routine stands out too because other teammates struggling with the concept of being so free with themselves, just as Marsden predicted.
"It's a tricky thing because you have to have a personality where you don't mind being a little silly or going over the top," Marsden said. "But that is what we love about Becky she doesn't mind that and hopefully she can show the others how to do that."
However, a flashy style wouldn't mean much if Tutka didn't have the skills to make her worthy of being in the anchor spot. Luckily, she has plenty of difficulty in her routine, warranting her move from leadoff gymnast a year ago to anchor today.
"She was perfect in the leadoff spot last year because she was so dependable," Greg Marsden said. "But this year, with so many seniors gone, she has the perfect routine to end our set with. She is such a competitor she is someone who is better in competition than in training. That isn't to say she isn't a hard worker, but for whatever reason, she reaches a different level when that green flag goes up."
Twitter: @lyawodraska
Becky Tutka file
Class/Ht • Sophomore/5 feet
Hometown • Upper Black Eddy, Pa.
Noteworthy • Has scored 9.9 or higher on the floor in the last four meets. … Moved into the balance beam leadoff spot a week ago and earned a 9.725 at Washington. … Has a season-high 9.825 on the balance beam. … Hit 14 of 14 routines as a freshman. … Made the Dean's List and Athletic Director's Honor Roll. … Placed second on beam and fourth in the all-around at the 2010 Junior Olympic Championships.
Up next
O Stanford at Utah
7:45 p.m.


text:
Drooool. What do those sell for individually?
Drooool. What do those sell for individually?
Where can I find them for that price? I looked on GB and they were starting at $750 and going on up to $3500.
That's what I figured after doing a bit of Googling around the web.
Or I can just keep shooting my AR's and AK's.
Don't get me wrong. I like me some good milsurps too. I just happen to have more of the AK and AR's at the moment.
On my particular AK's, they are mostly steel and wood, except for the pistol grips, which are either plastic, bakelite or wood.
For the AR's, I'll agree with you that milspec stocks, grips and forends are usually plastic and really feel like it. That's why on my latest AR's the forends at least got swapped over to aluminum full float tubes. IMHO the Magpul stocks are a little sturdier than the milspec stuff and have a more substantial feel to them. Especially the higher end ones like the PRS or the UBR which weigh about twice as much or more than a regular M4 stock. Our AR pistol grips will eventually get switched over to something rubber coated for better feel.
Overall I wouldn't say "I can't stand plastic." but rather "I don't prefer stuff that feels plasticy.". Probably just splitting hairs there but oh well.
Sorry to get your thread off track.