text:
The size of the bathroom is really the greatest consideration when deciding on what kind of light to use. In most cases, vanity lighting above and around the vanity/mirror will be sufficient. Generally, a bathbar (row of lights) should be centered over the mirror with a sconce on either side to eliminate shadowing the face.
The bathbar or fixture should be about 78 inches from the floor, and the sconces should measure 60 inches from the floor.
If there is a double vanity - with either one large mirror or two mirrors - the bathbar should be nearly as wide as the mirror(s). If two fixtures are being used, position them centered over the sink.
Generally speaking, homeowners should measure 300 watts for every 50 square feet. That means bulbs for the bathbar and sconces for the most common sized bathroom should total no more than 300 watts; five bulbs at 60 watts each = 300 watts.
A lot of people forget about natural light, a very important piece of bathroom lighting. Windows, sky lights, and tube lights are a great way to use light to brighten up a space without using electricity during the day. In a previous post, we described layered lighting throughout a room using a variety of different fixtures for distinct purposes. Think of natural light as overall lighting; the overhead you would normally turn on with the switch.
For truly large bathrooms, other fixtures that can function as overall, or ambient, lighting include flush or semi-flush mount ceiling downlights, or even a small chandelier for a designer touch.
As for the kind of bulb - soft white, white, compact fluorescent (CFL) - that's best in the bathroom, it's really a personal choice. Typically, the clearest, truest light that best mimics daylight should be chosen, keeping in mind that while CFL does deliver a clear brightness, one of the reasons the bulbs save consumers money is that they don't light up full blast when you flip the switch; the longer the light is activated, the brighter it becomes until it reaches full strength.
In addition to bathroom lighting we recommend bathroom vanities from, eFaucets.com®, the online leader in Faucets, Sinks, Fixtures, and accessories for the Kitchen and Bath. Be sure to check out their Faucet Blog called Faucet Expert™


text:
New member on the site but have been reading posts for awhile so I know there are lots of intelligent folks here that could help answer my question.
Took some pics of a strange hybrid duck near some refuge ponds in the city park. It wintered here in WI hanging with a couple black ducks and other mallards. Recently we've been seeing it with other mallards. Wondering what it's mixed with and if it's legal to shoot should it fly out to corn fields with mallards. There is second duck similar but couldn't get pics of it. Thanks for your help.
First 4 pics are from this past weekend, multiple angles. Last 2 pics are from late winter.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Product Reference: 32524
Slimline design adds hardly any bulk to your phone
The Innocase II Surface has been designed to be as slim as possible. The form fitting design has a rubberised coating on the outside to add to the grip and a felt lining on the inside to protect your phone as you slide it in.
Cutouts for all ports and features of the BlackBerry Bold 9700
The case also has cutouts for the main features of the phone such as the camera with flash, charging port and volume controls, meaning you won't have to remove the phone from the case when you want to use it.
Protects your phone from accidental bumps, scrapes and drops
The case will protect your phone from accidental bumps, scrapes and drops as it covers the phone and it is made from a tough material.


text:
Utahn Joseph Delka was among the throngs packed in St. Peter's Square on Wednesday, staring in amazement as white smoke came pouring out of the chimney and the bells of St. Peter's began to peal.
Delka could feel the energy in the crowd as the doors to the balcony opened, the rain cleared and a red-robed cardinal said those historic words: We have a pope.
But the lanky Salt Laker is not just a curiosity seeker or bystander: Delka is living at the Pontifical North American College and studying to be a priest.
He is in his second year of the sacred theology baccalaureate program and told the Intermountain Catholic that it has been "a wild ride."
This week it just got wilder.
The days leading up to Pope Francis' election were "surreal," seeing American cardinals who were staying at their school in casual settings, Delka wrote in an email from Rome.
"Meeting [New York] Cardinal [Timothy] Dolan in the hallway, [Boston] Cardinal [Sean] O'Malley taking a stroll outside, and [Washington] Cardinal [Donald] Wuerl on the treadmill in the gym," he writes, wondering if one of them would be the next Vicar of Christ.
Then came the announcement and Pope Francis came into view.
The Argentine pontiff asked for a blessing and then led the crowd in traditional Catholic prayers.
He will become Delka's role model, as Benedict was before.
The seminarian became a member of the Catholic Church in 2007, two years into Benedict's tenure.
The now emeritus leader was "my pope," Delka says, "and I am sad to see him go, though I understand his reasons for leaving and I admire his humility. He is a brilliant theologian and a holy man whose example and writings will continue to guide me."
Both leaders as well as other priests are "holy men who love God and love their people," he says, who "encourage me to continue pursuing this call to the priesthood."
It's not a life without challenges, Delka writes, but one dedicated to "loving service to God and the church."
The future priest now has a ringside seat on the faith going forward.


text:
New levels of detail in neural networks are being revealed
Catherine Clabby
Until recently, images of neural circuits in mammals were based partly on statistical inference that was achieved by sampling some neurons and axons in one circuit. No more. Last winter, Ju Lu, a Harvard University graduate student in Jeff W. Lichtman's laboratory, published the first complete map of a neuromuscular circuit—a connectome—in a mouse. The full picture revealed unexpected variation in the wiring of a complex nervous system. Lichtman explained its importance to American Scientist associate editor Catherine Clabby.
A.S. What prompted this project?
J.W.L. I'm a developmental neurobiologist. My research focuses on ways the nervous system goes from its developmental state to the fully functioning mature state. We think of the human brain as the most sophisticated and competent brain on the planet. We forget that at birth, remarkably, we have the most poorly functioning brain of any animal. A dragonfly with no training probably could chase a mosquito the first time it unfolds its wings. It takes much more time for humans to acquire and adjust to information about the world around us. For example, it takes a year to learn how to walk. Surprisingly, when you look at wiring diagrams of human and other mammalian brains in early postnatal development, their wiring is more complicated than it ends up in adulthood. Apparently, we trim away all but a small subset of neuronal interconnections initially established. Researchers generate these wiring diagrams, also known as connectomes, to understand what kind of rules shape the wiring, how it is that we encode our life experience into the wiring diagram of our brains.
A.S. When you saw them, what surprised you?
J.W.L. Nerves that move ears on either side of a mouse's head are not exactly the same. That's very different from the striking stereotypy that has been observed in animals such as insects. In invertebrates, genetic control over wiring ensures that each animal is optimally wired up in much the same pattern. But the mammalian nervous system seems a bit unfettered from genetic control. The guiding principle might be self-organization based on competitive interactions between nerve cells that begin by sharing the same targets but then vie for them. This group of nerve cells needs to come up with a solution to get a job done, that allows the function to occur (such as wiggling the ears) with no neuron taking on too much and no neuron doing not enough. We can see this process of self-organization unfold in muscles with time-lapse imaging. Initially several different nerves contact each muscle fiber. Due to competition, some branches are pruned while others persist. Self-organization may allow the nerve cells to create a workable solution that, while not necessarily optimized, is good enough. That gives rise to variation.
A.S. What technology makes this view possible?
J.W.L. We used genetically modified animals, altered to express fluorescent proteins in their spinal motor neurons. For this study we had to see every single nerve projecting to a muscle. In this case, every cell fluoresced yellow, but the wires intermingled into a tangled mass not unlike a bowl of yellow spaghetti. In order to trace out each one, we had to generate very good optical images. Then we had to very precisely trace each of the little wires. In this case we are talking about a trivially small number of motor neurons supplying this small muscle: just 15 axons reaching about 200 muscle fibers. But getting all the wires traced required tens of thousands of microscopy images and a data set that often approached 100 gigabytes for one muscle. The tracing was computer assisted but it was not fully automated. Ju Lu, who led this work, had to help the computer around the rough spots. It was slow. The first took six months to trace. Now things take a few weeks but it is still tedious work.
A.S. Where will this take your research?
J.W.L. I'd like to extend this kind of analysis to other parts of the nervous system during early development. We think doing this fluorescence imaging along with electron microscopy, which has better resolution, offers us a way of seeing every synapse in the brain of an animal of any age. When you start looking at younger animals, there are a lot more wires. They are thinner and packed closer together. Because we have developed means of using multiple colors to make "brainbow" brain images, we are hopeful that circuit tracing will get easier. For example, in developing muscles we can match the one purple axon entering a muscle with all the synapses in that same color without having to trace out every branch point. In young mice, we are beginning to see patterns in the ways nerves interact that we hadn't seen before. These patterns show the power of tools that allow one to see things that were previously hidden. Many times we see things we didn't expect—and that is good!
You can find this online at http://www.americanscientist.org/issues/num2/2010/1/real-deal-connectivity/1
© 2016 Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society


text:
Bypass the box office line at many theaters with guaranteed advance tickets. If something comes up, you can return or exchange them up until the posted showtime.
Earn rewards points from our partners, including AMC Stubs, Regal Crown Club and more.
Save your favorite theaters and movies to experience a customized Fandango just for you.
Get the VIP treatment, free screenings, digital downloads, discounts and more.
Looking for movie tickets? Enter your location to see which movie theaters are playing The First Time near you.
Two teens experience their first brush with romance over the course of one unforgettable weekend in this coming-of-age drama from writer/director Jonathan Kasdan. Dave (Dylan O'Brien) and Aubrey (Britt Robertson) come from different high schools, and each of them wants something out of a relationship that they don't have. For lonely senior Dave, that means a girl who's just out of reach; for artistic junior Aubrey, it means having a boyfriend who's supportive of her dreams and ambitions. When they meet by chance at a party, both recognize a connection they've never felt before. Over the course of the next 48 hours, the two teens feel a euphoric torrent of emotions that leave them completely elated as they fall head over heels in love with one another. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi


text:
Jump to:Page Content
Home > News & Events > Events Calendar > Informal Workers in a Global Economy: Recent Trends, Current Debates, & Future Policies. Frontline with Faculty Series.
Dr. Chen will present recent national data on the size and composition of the informal workforce, summarize current debates on the informal economy, and outline an integrated policy response to informality. http://hausercenter.harvard.edu/?p=1529 Dr. Martha Chen is a Lecturer in Public Policy at the Harvard Kennedy School and International Coordinator of the global research-policy-action network Women in Informal Employment: Globalizing and Organizing (WIEGO). An experienced development practitioner and scholar, her areas of specialization are employment, gender, and poverty with a focus on the working poor in the informal economy. Before joining Harvard in 1987, she had two decades of resident experience in Bangladesh working with BRAC (now the world's largest non-governmental organization), and in India where she served as field representative of Oxfam America for India and Bangladesh. Dr. Chen received a Ph.D. in South Asia Regional Studies from the University of Pennsylvania. She is the author of numerous books including The Progress of the Worlds Women 2005: Women, Work and Poverty (co-authored with Joann Vanek, Francie Lund, James Heintz, Renana Jhabvala and Chris Bonner), Mainstreaming Informal Employment and Gender in Poverty Reduction (co-authored with Joann Vanek and Marilyn Carr), Women and Men in the Informal Economy: A Statistical Picture (co-authored with Joann Vanek) and Perpetual Mourning: Widowhood in Rural India. Dr. Chen was awarded a high civilian award, the Padma Shri, by the Government of India in April 2011. The Frontline with Faculty Series is a venue for Harvard faculty affiliated with the Hauser Center to share their work and research with faculty colleagues, as well as students in an informal setting that will allow for spirited discussion, debate and exchange. The seminars link faculty experts from Harvard Schools and beyond on a wide range of topics. The Hauser Center for Nonprofit Organizations at Harvard University seeks to expand understanding and accelerate critical thinking about civil society among scholars, practitioners, policy makers and the general public, by encouraging scholarship, developing curriculum, fostering mutual learning between academics and practitioners, and shaping policies that enhance the sector and its role in society. http://hausercenter.harvard.edu/?p=1473


text:
Next Education Matters features innovative classroom technology strategies
Friday, Feb. 22, 2013
The next Education Matters, "Innovations In Student-Directed Learning," explores how Kentucky schools are using innovative strategies to put technology into the hands of students, give students more control over their education, and encourage teachers to become learners themselves.
The program, hosted by Bill Goodman, airs Monday, Feb. 25 at 9/8 pm on KET.
The program visits Eminence Independent Schools in Henry County, where an ambitious district-wide program is underway to "reinvent" education and empower students to take charge. Also featured are Danville High School and Bate Middle School in Boyle County, where students are engaged in project-based learning with real-world applications and choices.
Scheduled panelists for the program include:
–David Cook, director, Innovation and Partner Engagement, Kentucky Department of Education
–Buddy Berry, superintendent, Eminence Independent Schools
–Thom Coffee, instructional supervisor, Eminence Independent Schools
–Carmen Coleman, superintendent, Danville Independent Schools
–Amy Galloway, principal, Bate Middle School, Danville Independent Schools
–Danny Goodwin, science teacher, Danville High School
–John Nash, associate professor, College of Education, University of Kentucky


text:
Posted by Richard Fichera on June 16, 2011
On June 15, HP announced that it had filed suit against Oracle, saying in a statement:
"HP is seeking the court's assistance to compel Oracle to:
Reverse its decision to discontinue all software development on the Itanium platform
Reaffirm its commitment to offer its product suite on HP platforms, including Itanium;
Immediately reset the Itanium core processor licensing factor consistent with the model prior to December 1, 2010 for RISC/EPIC systems
HP also seeks:
Injunctive relief, including an order prohibiting Oracle from making false and misleading statements regarding the Itanium microprocessor or HP's Itanium-based servers and remedying the harm caused by Oracle's conduct.
Damages and fees and other standard remedies available in cases of this nature."
Posted by Richard Fichera on June 7, 2011
HP this week really stirred up the Converged Infrastructure world by introducing three new solution offerings, one an incremental evolution of an existing offering and the other two representing new options which will put increased pressure on competitors. The trio includes:


text:
Beer festival returns to Breckenridge Saturday
July 12, 2012
The beer will be flowing and the music playing all day on Saturday at the Breckenridge July Beer Festival. The festival is taking over Main Street Station Plaza to bring brews, views and free live music to beer aficionados and music lovers alike.
Kicking off at 1 p.m. Saturday, the July Beer Festival will feature beer tastings from 25 craft brewers, including Breckenridge Brewery, Crazy Mountain Brewery, Sam Adams, Ska Brewing, Twisted Pine Brewing and Widmer Brothers, to name a few. Each brewer will have 2-4 of their craft beverages on hand.
For a bottomless five-ounce tasting cup, it's $25 in advance or $30 at the gate. The VIP package starts at $65 when purchased in advance, and goes up to $75 at the gate. VIP treatment includes a commemorative glass stein, private beer tasting in the VIP room on the first floor of Grand Central Station in Main Street Station, and a catered lunch. VIPs who have purchased their mugs in advance will also get to enter the festival through a separate line. The deadline for advanced purchasing is today at noon. Mugs and packages can be purchased at http://www.breckenridgebeerfestival.com.
In addition to the beer tastings, the festival will host multiple live music acts throughout the day. At 1 p.m., solo artist Kyle James Hauser will kick off the event on the Summit Stage stage. Hauser is a Denver singer-songwriter who can "make a banjo sing," according to reviews of his newest album. The bluegrass performer has shared the stage with Brett Dennen, G Love and the Special Sauce and Gregory Alan Iskanov.
At 2:30 p.m., the music continues with another Denver native, Rob Drabkin. Drabkin's "soulful roots rock" has graced the Red Rocks Amphitheatre stage and the Mile High Festival. Westword Magazine also named him Colorado Singer-Songwriter of the year in 2008, 2009 and 2010.
To finish off the day, headliner Muskateer Gripweed will take the stage at 4:30 p.m. Gripweed is "rambling, rolling, grooving, good times music," according to the band's website. Their songs "roll like the hills of the Midwest, they groove and climb like the Rocky Mountains where they are created, and they ramble like Ole Miss herself."
The festival ends at 6 p.m. Saturday evening, but Breckenridge guests can continue their stay in Summit County with discounted lodging rates from ResortQuest for the weekend. ResortQuest lodging starts at $127 per night through their website http://www.ResortQuestBreckenridge.com or by phone at (800) 507-8643. Some restrictions may apply to lodging. Even more discounted unlimited tasting and VIP mugs are available with lodging.
For more information about the Breckenridge July Beer Festival, visit http://www.BreckenridgeBeerFestival.com.


text:
Panhandling ordinance in effect starting today
SPOKANE, Wash. - Spokane's new panhandling ordinance will go into effect on Saturday, making it illegal to beg on the curbside of some city streets.
According to the ordinance, people can still use a sign asking for help. However, they cannot reach out into the street to collect cash from drivers.
Panhandlers say they aren't happy about it. "I think it's wrong. I think they should not. [Places like] minute lube and garage sales. [If] you guys fly the sign, we can too," panhandler Charlie said.Panhandling ordinance in effect Saturday
Some of the panhandlers who "fly the sign" are truly down on their luck and are supplementing their income with the generosity of Spokane drivers.
But, we've also seen those curbside contributions converted into alcohol purchases that create a whole new set of issues including litter and a lot of anti-social behavior.
Customers at the Moxie Hair Salon have a front row seat on the problem.
"[I've seen] urination, public intoxication, you know. They come into the salon and bother out clients and we just don't need that," salon employee Christy McHatton said.
The businesses that border the panhandling hot spots said they've been counting the days for the ordinance to take effect. They said they will call police when they see violations.
"Yes we have to. Actually just because it affects our business. We have customers that do not want to come here because they know when they do they are going to get hit up by panhandlers," Dick's Hamburgers employee Jamie McBride said.
Merchants hope the new restrictions will dry out the profits panhandlers take in more ways than one. They are worried though, that the ordinance may just chase the problems to another part of the city.
"It think it will make a difference but not right away. But it will eventually make a difference," McBride said.
Police said they will respond, as their staffing allows, to reports of panhandling from the curb. Neighborhood Resource Officers will run through the downtown area and make sure all panhandlers are aware of the new restrictions and will then start writing misdemeanor tickets.
- Fossil fuel transportation initiative has concerned citizens speaking up
- Police search for missing Hayden woman
- Spokane wants your donations to go to charitable organizations, not individuals
- Bob Ferguson disappointed court narrowed travel ban freeze
- Idaho website hacked with pro-Islamic State message
- Stolen purse returned to 92-year-old woman


text:
Wool Cashmere Blend Hooded Poncho
€1,450.00 €1,450.00
Size Guide
Use the Size Guide to choose the best fit for your measurements.
In this window, you can find out the shipping and returns options for the selected item or contact Customer Service for further assistance
- A quitessential cold-weather piece combining the ease of a hooded top with the warmth of a poncho. Rendered from the softest wool-cashmere weave with a hint of stretch, it's finished with roomy front pockets.
- 86% wool, 10% cashmere, 2% elastane, 2% polyamide
- Burberry lettering on the back
- Specialist dry clean
- Made in Italy
Item 40206861
Recommended Products


text:
From Tristatetuners.com:I'm going to try and make it out, depending on school. Hope to see some people out there for a good cause!Your favorite springtime event is back, and it'll be bigger and better than ever with great raffles, vendors, and more cars and people than we've ever had before. We will also have a DJ at the event playing music at a reasonable volume and helping us announce our amazing raffles throughout the day.
All proceeds from the event are being donated to Make A Wish, please take a minute to visit their site here: Make-A-Wish Foundation : National Home Page
We're still looking for sponsors for the event to make a donation and/or provide items to raffle off so if anyone reading this is interested or knows someone who might be, please email firstname.lastname@example.com to talk about it. All proceeds are going to Make A Wish, and every little bit helps!
We hope everyone can make it, but for those who aren't able to you can still donate by mailing a check or via Paypal at email@example.com
I will also be donating 25% of all TST Store online sales made on April 25th to Make A Wish, and doing the same for any sales in person at the event.


text: Mirrors Edge for iPad Rating: Stylish looking iPad game with the gameplay to match! Over the last couple of years Mirrors Edge has been released over a couple of different platforms and while it has met critical acclaim it never seemed to make it into the heart of the gaming masses. Now it's being released on the iPad to a … Read More


text:
Why No Grains and Legumes? Part 1: Lectins
Recently my boyfriend has been straying from his normal Paleo ways because he feels that grain-laden cookies are more important than his overall health and longevity. In the meantime, I'm faced with a gluten-free cookie and candy explosion every time I open our cupboard. The smell of them in their consumer-enticing packaging is sometimes more than I can bear when I'm reaching past them to get to my (sigh) bag of nuts and seeds. "Wait, why am I not eating … Continue reading


text:
Betty's Peppery Jumpin' Jambalaya Recipe
In this video, Betty describes how to make delicious Peppery Jambalaya. If you like spicy rice and smoked sausage, you will love this!
2 packages of boil-in-bag precooked rice, uncooked
1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch diagonal slices
1 1/3 cups chopped cooked ham
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
14 1/2 oz. can beef broth
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (You may use more, for hotter flavor)
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (You may use more, for hotter flavor)
Prepare the rice, according to package directions. Drain, and cover with aluminum foil to keep it warm. While the rice is cooking, combine 1 pound smoked sausage, 1 1/3 cups chopped ham, 2 stalks of chopped celery, 2 cloves of minced garlic, and 1 chopped onion in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven. Cook over medium to high heat, stirring constantly, until sausage is browned and the vegetables are tender. Now, add 14 1/2 oz. beef broth, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven. (You may increase these each to 1/2 teaspoon, but it will be *very* hot!) Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the cooked rice. Serve on a nice serving plate with French bread. Enjoy, y'all!
Duration : 0:7:52
Categories: Louisiana Cooking Tags: beef, Betty, Betty's, bettyskitchen, Black, boil-in-bag, broth, celery, cooking, dinner, dish, entertain, entertaining, entree, garlic, ground, ham, home, homemade, homestyle, instant, Jambalaya, jumpin, kitchen, Louisiana, lunch, Mississippi, onion, pepper, peppery, Recipe, red, rice, sausage, side, smoked, Southern, style


text:
- Subscribe to RSS Feed
- Mark as New
- Mark as Read
- Bookmark
- Subscribe
- Email to a Friend
- Printer Friendly Page
- Report Inappropriate Content
Mani Friday: Metallic
I've been flogging my spring polishes as of late, so I decided to switch it up and do a metallic look with a little Butter London.
What are you rockin' on your nails this weekend?
Show & Tell in the comments!
As of right now, I just have a clear coat from OPI, removed my gel french mani last night. Tomorrow it's back to the gels with Gelish Polish's shade called Reserve, a lovely champagne peach color!
Cute!! Candace I don't know HOW you get the lines so perfect on your nails each time! I've got not patience and too shakey a hand lol.
Right now I've got a simple pink nail with white tip french manicure. I'll probably change them tomorrow though once I can think of something a little more creative and colorful! I love that I have over 100 bottles and sometimes I STILL look at my polishes and think "I've got nothing to wear!"
@lylysa - Nice! Post a pic when it's done!
@diana - Honestly I'm still practicing with getting my lines totally straight. I have to hold my breath to do it, lol. And I have 50 nail polishes at my desk alone and I still wander around the office looking for new stuff. I think I have a problem.
That looks awesome!
I got my first Butter nailpolish a few weeks ago but I can't stand how narrow their brush is. God... I feel like it ruined my manicure.
I'm rocking a reddish purple gel nail colour that I did myself. I really like it but I'm too lazy to upload aphoto just yet. Soon!
@candacebt -- gasp! that looks so gorgeous!!! I especially like the way you switched up the order on one of your nails!
@candacebt- That looks gorgwa! We know you have all those polishes at your desk so you can enable us......We know your the big boss here on the "Enabler Community Talk" where beauty is always at yout finger tips. Nice slogan right???
Thanks ladies! I do have a ton of colors at my desk, and I'm always looking for our new stuff, so if you have a color you'd like to see, let me know and I'll try to hunt it down in the office and swatch it!
I used Sephora by Opi "S-Age is Just a Number" last night while I was watching Les Mis! Sorry, not the best pic. I love the duotone red/gold/green!
You must be a registered user to add a comment. If you've already registered, sign in. Otherwise, register and sign in.


text:
Please tell us why....
Printable View
Please tell us why....
I don't own anyting yet. I have no money for one and the wife and I are a little cautious about having a gun with our daughter around.
I have a six and eleven year old at home. When my Glock isn't on my hip it's in my little eighty dollar gun safe. The little hands never get to touch it.
Gunut's got it right. There are pistols that are key-lockable as well for just your situation. You can also get a trigger or cable lock for free. I'd recommend an actual little safe or lockable cabinet though. For under $200 you can get something along the lines of a PA-63 pistol. Hi-points are just as cheap. Not the highest quality nor the most accurate but they're a good place to start for a beginner with limited funds.
You should also educate your daughter on firearm safety. It may save her life someday.
For defense, I don't think I could buy a hi point. Just me.
But U can get a Ruger P95 for $250 or so new. Or, the little Bersa 380 that looks like the PPK for $199. Stoeger Cougar is maybe $320-$330. Great gun.
I started this thread because I thought we might be able to provide assistance and avice to anyone that needed it...
I don't own one yet...I did say yet. I'm currently weighing the vast options out there. I really like the Beretta Px4 and am planning on hitting the range on Thursday to test it along with a couple other guns. I have very little, ok next to no, experience with guns but I do have some very knowledgeable and willing to help. I also have a 9 year old and have all ready started training and teaching her about gun safety. She has already shot a little 22 Ruger with an instructor so she knows they are NOT toys, she loved target shooting might I add. I also have a safe to keep it away from any chances of her friends or anyone getting to it.
I'd like to thank everyone in this forum for the vast amount of information and knowledge I have gotten from reading posts on this forum over the past week alone. I can't tell you how much help reading the posts on this site has been. Again Thank you all and keep up the great posts
Make sure to read this thread:
And, as U start to figure out what brand U like the best, feel free to ask about it. We're here to help :smt023
I have shown my kids a little about my guns as far as safety is concerned. When they show an interest in shooting I have a pellet rifle with a collapsable stock that would be perfect for teaching them marksmanship. I have let them pull the trigger on my Glock just so they knew how easy it was and that they were not to touch it when I was not with them.
*raises hand*
I grew up with guns...my dad had a pretty great collection. I was always more in to rifles than handguns growing up, and when I moved out I just never got around to buying one. My dad had my guns at home, and I'd just drive to my parents' house and go shooting with him and my brother.
Then my parents moved to Texas, and took my dad's guns and my c.1890 30/30 Winchester with them.
I'm only just getting back in to shooting...been going out with friends of mine and finally decided that it was time to get my own.
I'm in the process of deciding which to get, and as I mentioned in the "Next gun" thread, I'm debating a 1911 or the Walther P99. I've been lurking here (unregistered) for several weeks as I've been doing my research. Going out and renting both guns this weekend to get a better idea of what I want.
It helps that the real estate market is not doing well here in CA, since that's convinced my wife that we don't need to pinch every penny and I didn't have to have any sort of argument about spending the money on a decent handgun.
Having little ones in the house myself, I'm also concerned about that danger. I've done my part with teaching them all of the rules of safety, and have let them handle them when I'm cleaning them too. I believe that it removes that sense of mystery if they've already handled them.
While I've always had the handguns locked up in a small safe with the bolts for the long guns, I was concerned that one of their friends may find their way into the closet and drag out one of the long guns. I figured that no amount of describing that the bolt was locked up would placate an angry parent that is ignorant or fearful of guns. Perhaps rightly so.
That's the main reason I finally broke down and picked up a cabinet that will ensure the long guns stay out of the hands of the little ones.
I am still waiting on my permit to get processed right now. As for "Why did you wait until now to get the permit"...I cannot answer that...I guess I figured I never needed one.
I am not sure why all of a sudden I have this urge to get one...I hope it doesn't pass while I am waiting for the paperwork to get processed for the permit.
My 30th Birthday is Feb 18th. My paperwork should be completed around then (I hope before then) and I would love to buy myself a handgun as a present.
So I have about 4 weeks to figure out which one I want.
I dont have one as of right now.But I have owned one before.I had a Spingfield stainless Champion 45.Sold it due to not really having anyplce to shoot when I wanted without driving for about an hour.Now I am market for a new gun.The Lil womans family have couple good places to shoot.Looking at 9MM's and 40's for myself and 38 for her.I have made an offer on a Beretta 96 on another board just waiting to see what happens.
Good luck w/ the Beretta :smt023


text:
Flooring color picker
Reset Filters
Standard Tiles
Bolon Studio™
Start designing
Bolon By You takes you through a simple 3-stage process that leads to your own personally designed flooring.
Bolon By You
Design your own
Get to know the endless possibilities with our here.
Learn more about Bolon Tiles
Design your own flooring using our Bolon Tile Design Tool.
Try the tool
Use and Care
Everything you need to know about installation, cleaning, technical specifications and much more.
Go to support
Read more about our environmental work, our production plant and certificates.
Go to Bolon Green
Grab a copy of our latest product catalogue here.
Download the Bolon Catalogue
Projects we love
We collected some of our most beloved projects and presented them in a magazine named Projects We Love. The magazine features interesting interviews, beautiful projects and compelling facts about the company.


text:
Flex your muscles
Gain influence with our bold, blood orange liquid lipstick. The rich pigment will help you feel powerful and able to withstand the stress and pressures of everyday life. We blend the color into a softening rose wax and jojoba oil base to keep lips healthy and hydrated. Apply generously for a rich, confident look or dab just a spot on and blend for a more subtle look.
VeganThis product does not contain animal products of any kind.
Fresh ingredients
Fresh ingredients
Organic Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia chinensis), linkHolder Candelilla Wax (Euphorbia cerifera), linkHolder Rose Wax (Rosa damascena), linkHolder Titanium Dioxide, linkHolder Red 21, linkHolder Red 36, linkHolder Yellow 5 Lake, linkHolder Yellow 6 Lake, linkHolder Red 30 Lake. linkHolder *Occurs naturally in essential oils
Natural ingredients
Safe synthetics


text:
The growth in the importance of tests as a measurement of learning has been accompanied by the growth in the importance of those who grade tests. Children in Great Britain are facing a huge void in their lives because for some reason the graders simply haven't done their grading on time. Tory leader, David Cameron, blasted the entire process of grading and noted "over 130,000 children are still waiting for results two weeks after these were due." Just 76.9 percent of the English tests taken by 14 year-olds have been graded despite a July 8 deadline for this to occur. There are now calls for ditching the American company, ETS for its fiasco in grading papers.
Liberal Democrat spokesperson, David Laws, hit the nail on the head by arguing, "not a penny of public money is paid to ETS until the results of the independent report has been carefully considered. Ed Balls should scrap the Key Stage 3 tests for next year and re-invest the money saved where it is needed most–in early intervention to tackle poor maths and English skills."
As one who has been involved in education for 51 years, I can only say, amen, to the comment by David Laws. Money invested in good teachers is worth a thousand times more than money invested to discover if students have learned what test makers insist they should learn.


text:
Discussion in 'Off The Beaten Track' started by Catherine M, Aug 20, 2012.
i took it as he thought she looked good clean
I got that; I just thought it was weird because they always showed her as being Skupin's buddy and suddenly it was Penner who was openly admiring her when I don't think we were ever shown them even acknowledging each other's existence.
Oh, and how could I forget--is Abi the stupidest player in the history of the game? I realize there are some other worthy contenders, but good god.
What a crazy fun episode! Definitely Clusterf*ck as previously said. Wow from the whiplash. Glad Penner is still there.
Lisa - playing hard, but I am worried - 2 TCs in a row where i think she is blabbing too much, and she may have blown it with Malcolm (and Denise). But I see her point of keeping to her original alliance and bringing 2 unlikeable people to the end.
Malcolm plays it very calm, cool collected. So opposite of Abi.
Jeff - ha ha - got booted before Penner.
Still loving Penner. So cool he was so excited to win his 1st immunited.
Wish Pete had been voted out.
Yes - Abi is a top contender for stupidest player. Final show will be interesting to see if she realizes how bad she comes across. The look she gave RC!
Abi has no self awareness of her weaknesses. Pete thinks she is immature, but there is more wrong than just that.
TC was just too funny. But worried some will regret what they did??? Why not vote out Artis??
The only problem with Lisa's plan is, without an immunity win late in the game, it gets herself and Skupin 4th and 5th at best.
I think she could have had a better chance sticking with the good guys. She could have slipped in with the Jeff, Carter alliance or the Malcolm, Denise alliance after voting out the returning players followed by the axis of evil.
Just saw Jeff's exit interview.
Wow, it must be tough. Poor guy earned $60 million, and then Obama would have swiped a portion of his Survivor winnings making it a measly 600k. Possibly the worst exit interview in Survivor history.
His plan was for an alliance of six, not five, but he probably realized Michael wasn't going to flip on Lisa
If Michael did flip, Jonathan could still vote for Pete (or Jeff) to break the tie
He could pay Jeff back for double-crossing him
This helped Jeff fulfill his prophecy of "I am not going home after you!"
He broke up the Jeff-Carter duo
Unless Jonathan knows Jeff's background, he probably figures that the vote eliminated the greater threat of the two players who were targeted at this Tribal Council
I have seen every ep of Survivor since Richard Hatch first set foot on the beach, and I have to say that was likely the BEST episode ever! I actually jumped off the couch when Penner won immunity - seriously they couldn't write this better than it's unfolding on its own. And his joy at winning! He really does seem like a good guy, loves and respects the game deeply, and I don't care that he's played before - I'd be happy if he won.
And TC!!! Lisa's actually lucky that there was so much drama, except this is going to come back and bite her. Malcolm and Denise will be done with her, especially after Abi so clearly stated (much to Malcolm's surprise) that Lisa has been part of their 4 all along (whether she has or not). And what's Carter going to do now?
Mark my words, this is not the last we see of Lisa Welchel - she's coming off very well in this, and I imagine that she's already being offered parts in sitcoms, or perhaps even a spot on the couch of a talk show.
Prancer's right, if ever we needed the video of the vote speeches, it's now. But, as we have seen, the one downside to this season is that they are clearly pushing certain SLs and suppressing others, so they can't have us getting unedited comments as they might contain info that doesn't fit the story they are telling.
re Penner's vote - Not knowing how things would turn out, my guess is that Penner didn't want to make an enemy of Jeff or Pete with his vote, knowing he might need to align with either or both at some point. Keeping his options open. Abi is a throwaway - she's mad no matter what. Conceivably, he could also use the vote to offer himself as a free agent after the chips fall - "look, I'm not aligned with anyone - you can trust me etc etc"
Plus, he may be the only one who has started to work on the jury. Friendship aside, a nice nod to the first jury member helps, and later on, the ability to say "I kept my word and never wrote your name down" can also tip the scales.
re Jeff's speech - I think Survivor LOVED that. He's a guy who's living the American Dream - super rich, attractive and athletic, played in the frikkin World Series for heaven's sake, and yet he still doesn't feel his life is complete without winning Survivor
So glad he got voted out before Penner, only because that is the one thing he didn't want to happen. Silly man.
I thought Jeff was a good Survivor player, but that comment made me very glad he was voted off.
That comment made me
LOL at the TC. I literally laughed hysterically when Abi showed her hidden immunity idol. She's such a try hard trying to impress everyone that "hey LOOK AT ME I GOT ONE TOO!!". Remember when Pete found the idol, Abi almost lost her poo and said "I KNEW THAT WAS IT!!" Yeah right. Worst. Player. Ever. I hope Jeff give her crap at the reunion including asking her does she feel dumb that she accused RC to be disloyal when the whole time it was all a setup by Pete.
And at Jeff's exit interview, aired during the week Obama got re-elected. You can't write this sh!t.
She's the type that believes her own lies, and twists everything around no matter what anyone says. My bet is she'll stick to her story.
No kidding! One forgets sometimes that all this happened months ago!
Great episode! Abi has to be the biggest fool that's ever been on this show and the most worthless. I couldn't believe it when she pulled out her idol. Idiot. Lisa has been a pleasant surprise. I thought she would be an early boot, but she's playing to win. I just hope she hasn't put a target on her back by making the others think she is unreliable in an alliance. Jeff's speech made me laugh. I'm sure, had he won, he could have afforded to pay those taxes. I can imagine the producers' glee at the thought of having this for the post-election episode.
I like Lisa. She wasn't ready to rat out Malcolm until everyone targeted Mike- one of her original alliance. She's loyal.
I always thought Jeff was a smarmy weasel, so his exit interview just made me glad he's gone.
Artis reminds me of one of those cranky old men at the supermarket.
Penner stopped having a tantrum long enough to play hard. Smart moves at TC. Wonder if he wrote down Abi's name just to mess with her and make her paranoid.
Would love Pete to go next. Or Abi.
what a great episode! All the fantastic micro-alliances have come to the fore. It was great to see Lisa make a big move, but she overplayed her hand. As soon as we saw her talking to Pete it was a given this would backfire on her. I truly hope she's able to ride the wave and get something going with Penner/Skupin/Carter and possibly Malcolm/Denise next week, because I really enjoy her on this show!
Hooray for Penner! I was worried during the knot part of the comp, but he's great at puzzles, so no surprise that he managed to win Of course it's verrrry satisfying to have Jeff get the boot (especially learning what a frickin poor loser he is ), but I do think it was a mistake to not take out Pete at this point. Without Pete, Abi and Artis are nothing but miserable people who no one likes.
Malcolms at being targeted - I would have been thrilled if Lisa's plan had worked.
I'm still hoping for the unlikely F3 of Denise/Penner/Lisa (Skupin 4th)...
Of course CBS knew this ep would air right after the election - I'm sure that was considered when they set the start date for the season. Whether Obama won or loss, it would be a golden comment. So, they did kind of write it
I think it's odd that the contestants, well some of them anyway, are revealing of all their strategies at TC. Are they completely forgetting that they're talking to Probst in front of all their co-contestants and not in a private one-on-one HOH room with July Chen?
Might've been just crafty editing, but I thought it interesting that all three attacked the puzzle and Penner was behind, but he took a moment to stop and look at it, then solved it. That kind of approach seems to be boding well for him - taking a minute to stop and think, seeing the big picture, and then knowing what to do next.
I jist watched Jeff's Ponderosa video, and the first thing he says to RC is that he made a mistake in voting her off, and that he knew it the very next morning (er...didn't see a lot of regret from him in the episode). He's clamer than immediately post-boot, but still a little bittercakes. Most interesting is that RC learned that Skupin did not vote according to their pact, and she is not happy. She said that Penner stayed true to her and Skupin didn't - which could cost Skupin a vote at the end.
Also, Jeff shaves into a frightening mustache and crows about how awesome he is that no one knew he's a big fancy baseball superstar. Of course, there's no indication that he recognized Lisa, and she is far more recognizable in the general public than a baseball star is (come on, he's not A-Rod, or Ichiro). He also did tear his MCL on the first day. I do give him props for playing with a minimal of fuss - has it even been mentioned since ep 2?
What was Jeff P's comment at the end about "this might go down in Survivor history as the biggest missed opportunity"??! a) whose missed opportunity and b) if I can guess whose missed opportunity, haven't you just given away the ending? There's no way that comment would have been left in if there weren't a Pagonging coming up.
It does seem silly that the minority characters are leaving such an obvious an alliance of three. I guess Lisa thinks it's an alliance of four, but doesn't she know she's fourth?
this was addressed in EW's follow up with Probst (no spoilers)... I had taken it at the time as Jeff identifying Pete as the mastermind who needed to be taken out, which fits with the confessionals and behind the scenes info we've gotten but not necessarily with what everyone in the game has seen/heard, so I was a little surprised. but I thought maybe jeff was just joining in with the "all cards on the table" MO of that Tribal Apparently Probst was specifically referring to Penner, about his having blown the opportunity to form a solid alliance. I don't know that I believe it, though, since that alliance had already turned its back on him; even if Penner had voted with them I think jeff would have been back to his anti-Penner obsession really quickly.
I donn't believe that either. It was apparent last week that Penner had lost his alliance and he had to play the idol.
I thought it was the missed opportunity to get rid of Malcolm - who is clearly a threat to the end and has an idol, and didn't play it. Had enough of them voted for him - as Lisa had suggested at the beginning - a major threat would have been eliminated, along with an idol.
That must have been what Probst meant, since they kept cutting to Malcolm, who looked part relieved but also part confused/unhappy. Who knows. Next episode's fallout should be fun.
And I think the tribe is severely underestimating the importance that just three more days can have on a player's game. Sure, Penner is in pretty dire straights, but any additonal time he has in the game gives him a chance to figure out a plan that keeps his name off the chopping block. I mean, how often do we see people say, "So-and-so is DEFINITELY going next" and so-and-so DOESN"T go next? Because stuff happens. And honestly, the mess that tribal counsel was could be really good for Penner...now that emotions are high, idols are out and people are having panic attacks or not being sure what to do, he can swoop in and solve some people's problems by voting with them, therefore prolonging his stay.
It ALWAYS happens. Always, always, always. I can only think of a handful of times that a person truly was a dead man in that there was not much they could do to change their fate. I don't think this is one of those times.
That was how I took it--they had all missed a great opportunity to take out a strong player AND an HII.
Finally got to see the EP tonight, and wow, best EP of the season and one of the best in a while. Part of that is the editing heightened to tension, but nonetheless, dang fun.
I would love to know how Abi gets along in the real world with an attitude like that. She better run her own business because nobody is going to want to work with her.
Anyway, I love how Lisa is playing. She may not win, but she sure is making people nervous.
Oh, and I did say upthread that that Jeff Kent was an asshat, nice to see he confirmed it.
In the EW article, Probst himself says that his comment was about Penner not siding with the other 5.
Tidbits from Sucks:
Jonahan tweeted that he didn't want to talk about the Abi vote because he might accidentally spoil.
Abi retweeted this .
There must be DEVELOPMENTS
Malcolm tweeted: OMG OK THIS WEEK'S SURVIVOR EP IS OVER -- QUICK, EVERYBODY TWEET THEIR EX POST FACTO SELF-SERVING INTERPRETATION OF WHAT HAPPENED!!!
I think that is a dig at R, who is bragging her head off and dropping spoilers (or what seem like spoilers) right and left.
Skupin is promising that things are going to get even crazier.
And someone over there posted photos of Jonathan naked. I keep running into them and it is
Who is "R"? RC?
Malcolm's commentary is always so on point; I'm a little in love with him.
Which is silly. There weren't five other votes against Pete; there were four. The most Jonathan could have done was force a tie. He must have been paying better attention to the double-dealing Michael Skupin during Tribal Council than Jeff Probst was.
Grrr, yes.


text:
Free shipping on all orders over $50!
Made in the USA
Customer Service
Explore Teams
New Arrivals
About Us
Loyola Marymount University Lions
Loyola Marymount University Lions
New Arrivals
Price (low to high)
Price (high to low)
Alphabetical (A-Z)
Alphabetical (Z-A)
Filter by team
Clear All
Sort Results By (1)
New Arrivals
Price (Low-High)
Price (High-Low)
Alphabetical (A-Z)
Alphabetical (Z-A)
To Top
Collegiate Teams
Collegiate Teams
Explore all Teams
Abilene Christian University Wildcats
Adelphi University Panthers
Air Force Academy Falcons
Akron Zips
Alabama A&M University Bulldogs
Alabama Birmingham Blazers
Alabama Crimson Tide
Alabama in Huntsville Chargers
Alabama State University Hornets
Alaska Anchorge Seawolves
Albany State Golden Rams
Albany SUNY Great Danes
Alcorn State University Braves
American University Eagles
Appalachian State Mountaineers
Aquinas College Saints
Arizona State ASU Sun Devils
Arizona Wildcats
Arkansas Little Rock, University of Trojans
Arkansas Monticello Boll Weevils
Arkansas Pine Bluff Golden Lions
Arkansas Razorbacks
Arkansas State Red Wolves
Arkansas Tech Wonder Boys & Golden Suns
Armstrong State Pirates
Army Black Knights
Ashland University Eagles
Assumption College Greyhounds
Auburn University Tigers
Augustana University Vikings
Austin Peay State University Governors
Averett University Cougars
Ball State Cardinals
Baruch College Bearcats
Bates Bobcats
Baylor University Bears
Belmont University Bruins
Bemidji State University Beavers
Bethel College Pilots
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
Binghamton SUNY Bearcats
Blinn College Buccaneers
Bloomsburg University Huskies
Bob Jones Bruins
Boise State University Broncos
Boston College Eagles
Boston University Terriers
Bowling Green State Falcons
Bradley University Braves
Brandeis University Judges
Bridgewater Eagles
Bridgewater State Bears
Brigham Young University BYU Cougars
Brockport SUNY Golden Eagles
Brooklyn College Bulldogs
Broward Seahawks
Brown University Bears
Bryant University Bulldogs
Bucknell University Bison
Buffalo State SUNY Bengals
Buffalo SUNY Bulls
Butler University Bulldogs
Cal Poly Mustangs
Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
Cal State Channel Islands Dolphins
Cal State Dominguez Hills Toros
Cal State East Bay Pioneers
Cal State Fullerton Titans
Cal State Long Beach 49ers CSULB
Cal State Monterey Bay Otters
Cal State Northridge Matadors
Cal State San Bernardino Coyotes
Cal State San Marcos Cougars
Cal State Stanislaus Warriors
Caldwell Cougars
Cameron University Aggies
Campbell University Fighting Camel
Canisius College Golden Griffins
Carnegie Mellon Tartans
Carroll College Saints
Case Western Reserve University Spartans
Castleton Spartans
Central Arkansas Bears
Central Connecticut State University Blue Devils
Central Michigan University Chippewas
Central Missouri Mules
Central Oklahoma Bronchos
Central Washington Wildcats
Chapman University Panthers
Charleston Cougars
Charleston Golden Eagles
Charleston Southern University Buccaneers
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Wolves
Chicago Maroons University of
Chico State Wildcats
Christopher Newport Captains
Cincinnati Bearcats
Cincinnati Clermont College Cougars
Citadel Military College Bulldogs
Clarion Golden Eagles
Clarkson Golden Knights
Clemson University Tigers
Cleveland State University Vikings
Coast Guard Academy Bears
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
Colby College Mules
Colgate University Raiders
Colorado - Colorado Springs Mountain Lions
Colorado Buffaloes
Colorado College Tigers
Colorado Denver Lynx
Colorado Mesa University Mavericks
Colorado Mines Orediggers
Colorado State Pueblo Thunder Wolves
Colorado State Rams
Columbia University Lions
Columbus State University Cougars
Concordia Chicago Cougars
Connecticut UCONN Huskies
Coppin State University Eagles
Cornell College Rams
Cornell University Big Red
Creighton University Bluejays
Daemen College Wildcats
Dalton State College Roadrunners
Dartmouth College Big Green
Davidson College Wildcats
Dayton Flyers
Delaware Blue Hens
Delaware State University Hornets
Delta State University Statesmen
Denver Pioneers
DePaul University Blue Demons
Detroit Mercy Titans
Dickinson State University Blue Hawks
Dixie State Trailblazers
Drake University Bulldogs
Drew University Rangers
Drexel University Dragons
Duke University Blue Devils
Duquesne University Dukes
East Carolina University ECU Pirates
East Stroudsburg University Warriors
East Tennessee State University Buccaneers
Eastern Illinois University Panthers
Eastern Kentucky University Colonels
Eastern Michigan University Eagles
Eastern Washington University Eagles
Elizabeth City State Vikings
Elon University Phoenix
Embry-Riddle Eagles Daytona
Embry-Riddle Eagles Prescott
Embry-Riddle Worldwide Eagles
Emory University Eagles
Emporia State University Hornets
Evansville University Purple Aces
Fairfield University Stags
Fairleigh Dickinson University Knights
Fairleigh-Dickinson University Devils
Fairmont State University Fighting Falcons
Fayetteville State University Broncos
Ferris State University Bulldogs
Fitchburg State Falcons
Flagler College Saints
Florida A&M University Rattlers
Florida Atlantic University FAU Owls
Florida Gators UF
Florida Gulf Coast University Eagles
Florida Institute of Technology Panthers FIT
Florida International University FIU Panthers
Florida SCF Manatees
Florida State University Seminoles FSU
Fordham University Rams
Fort Lewis College Skyhawks
Fort Valley State University Wildcats
Framingham State Rams
Francis Marion University Patriots
Franklin and Marshall College Diplomats
Fredonia SUNY Blue Devils
Fresno State Bulldogs
Furman University Paladins
Gardner-Webb Bulldogs
Geneseo SUNY Knights
George Mason University Patriots
George Washington University Colonials
Georgetown Hoyas
Georgia Bulldogs
Georgia College Bobcats
Georgia Southern Eagles GSU
Georgia Southwestern State Hurricanes
Georgia State University Panthers
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
Georgian Court Lions
Gonzaga University Bulldogs ZAGS
Grambling State University Tigers
Grand Canyon University Lopes
Grand Valley State University Lakers
Green Bay Phoenix
Hampton University Pirates
Hartford Hawks
Harvard University Crimson
Hawaii Hilo Vulcans
Hawaii West O'ahu Pueo
Hawaii-Manoa Rainbow Warriors
Henderson State University Reddies
High Point HPU Panthers
Hilbert College Hawks
Hofstra University Pride
Holy Cross Crusaders
Houston Baptist HBU Huskies
Houston Cougars
Howard University Bison
Hunter Hawks
Idaho State University Bengals
Idaho Vandals
Illinois Fighting Illini
Illinois Springfield Prairie Stars
Illinois State Redbirds
Incarnate Word, University of Cardinals
Indiana State University Sycamores
Indiana University East Red Wolves
Indiana University Hoosiers
Indiana University Kokomo Cougars
Indiana University Northwest RedHawks
Indiana University of Pennsylvania Crimson Hawks
Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis Jaguars
Indiana University South Bend Titans
Indiana University Southeast Grenadiers
Indianapolis Greyhounds
Iona College Gaels
Iowa Hawkeyes
Iowa State University Cyclones
Ithaca College Bombers
Jackson State University Tigers
Jacksonville State University JSU Gamecocks
Jacksonville University Dolphins
James Madison University JMU Dukes
John Carroll University Blue Streaks
John Jay College Bloodhounds
Johns Hopkins University Blue Jays
Johnson & Wales Wildcats
Johnson State College Badgers
Kansas Jayhawks
Kansas State University Wildcats
Kennesaw State University Owls
Kent State Golden Flashes
Kentucky State University Thorobreds
Kentucky Wildcats
Kutztown University Golden Bears
La Salle University Explorers
La Verne Leopards
Lafayette College Leopards
Lake Erie College Storm
Lake Superior State University Lakers
Lamar University Cardinals
Le Moyne College Dolphins
Lehigh University Mountain Hawks
Lehman Lightning
Lenoir-Rhyne University Bears
Lewis Clark State Warriors
Liberty University Flames
Lincoln University Blue Tigers
Lincoln University Lions
Lindenwood University Lions
Lipscomb University Bisons
Longwood University Lancers
Louisiana Monroe Warhawks
Louisiana Ragin Cajuns
Louisiana Tech University Bulldogs
Louisville Cardinals
Loyola Chicago Ramblers
Loyola Maryland Greyhounds
Loyola Marymount University Lions
LSU Louisiana State Tigers
LSU Alexandria Generals
LSU Eunice Bengals
LSU Shreveport Pilots
Lynchburg College Hornets
Lynn LU Fighting Knights
Madonna University Crusaders
Maine Black Bears
Manhattan College Jaspers
Marian Knights
Marietta College Pioneers
Marist College Red Foxes
Marquette University Golden Eagles
Marshall Thundering Herd
Mary Marauders
Maryland Baltimore Retrievers
Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
Maryland Terrapins
Maryville College Scots
Massachusetts Boston Beacons
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts Trailblazers
Massachusetts Dartmouth Corsairs
Massachusetts Institue of Technology MIT Engineers
Massachusetts Lowell River Hawks
Massachusetts Medical School
Massachusetts Minutemen
McKendree University Bearcats
McNeese State Cowboys
Medgar Evers College Cougars
Memphis Tigers
Mercer University Bears
Mercy College Mavericks
Meredith College Avenging Angels
Merrimack College Warriors
Miami Hurricanes
Miami University RedHawks
Michigan State University Spartans
Michigan Tech University Huskies
Michigan Wolverines
Middle Tennessee State University Blue Raiders
Midwestern State Mustangs
Millikin Big Blue
Milwaukee Panthers
Minnesota Duluth Bulldogs
Minnesota Golden Gophers
Minnesota State Moorhead Dragons
Minnesota State University Mankato
Minot State University Beavers
Mississippi College Choctaws
Mississippi Ole Miss Rebels
Mississippi State University Bulldogs
Mississippi Valley State University Delta Devils
Missouri Kansas City Kangaroos
Missouri Southern State Lions
Missouri St. Louis Tritons
Missouri State University Bears
Missouri Tigers
Missouri Western State University Griffons
Monmouth College Fighting Scots
Monmouth University Hawks
Montana Grizzlies
Montana State University Fighting Bobcats
Montana Tech Orediggers
Montevallo Falcons
Morehead State University Eagles
Morehouse College Maroon Tigers
Morgan State University Bears
Mount Saint Marys University Mountaineers
Mount Union Purple Raiders
Muhlenburg Mules
Murray State University Racers
Naval Academy Midshipmen
Nebraska Cornhuskers
Nebraska Kearney Lopers
Nebraska Omaha Mavericks
Nevada Las Vegas UNLV Rebels
Nevada, Reno Wolf Pack
New Hampshire Wildcats
New Haven Chargers
New Jersey Institute of Technology Highlanders
New Mexico Lobos
New Mexico State Aggies
New Orleans Privateers
New York City Technology Yellow Jackets
New York University Violets
Newberry College Wolves
Nicholls State University Colonels
Norfolk State Spartans
North Alabama University Lions
North Carolina A&T State University Aggies
North Carolina Asheville University of Bulldogs
North Carolina At Charlotte 49ers
North Carolina at Pembroke Braves
North Carolina Central University Eagles
North Carolina Greensboro Spartans
North Carolina State Wolfpack NC State
North Carolina Tar Heels UNC
North Carolina Wilmington Seahawks
North Dakota Fighting Hawks
North Dakota State University NDSU Bison
North Florida Ospreys
North Georgia Nighthawks
North Texas Mean Green
Northeastern State Riverhawks
Northeastern University Huskies
Northern Arizona University Lumberjacks
Northern Colorado Bears
Northern Illinois University Huskies
Northern Iowa Panthers
Northern Kentucky University Norse
Northern State Wolves
Northwest Missouri State University Bearcats
Northwestern Ohio UNOH Racers
Northwestern Oklahoma State University Rangers
Northwestern State University of Louisiana Demons
Northwestern Wildcats
Northwood University Michigan Timberwolves
Nova Southeastern University Sharks
Oakland University Golden Grizzlies
Ohio Dominican Panthers
Ohio State University Buckeyes OSU
Ohio University Bobcats
Ohio Wesleyan University Battling Bishops
Oklahoma Sooners
Oklahoma State University Cowboys
Old Dominion University Monarchs
Oral Roberts University Golden Eagles
Oregon Ducks
Oregon State Beavers
Oswego State SUNY Lakers
Otterbein University Cardinals
Pace University Setters
Pacific Tigers
Pacific University Boxers
Penn State University Nittany Lions
Pennsylvania Quakers
Pepperdine University Waves
Pittsburg State University Gorillas
Pittsburgh Panthers
Plymouth State University Panthers
Point University Skyhawks
Polk State College Eagles
Portland Pilots
Portland State University Vikings
Potsdam SUNY Bears
Prairie View A&M University Panthers
Presbyterian College Blue Hose
Princeton University Tigers
Providence College Friars
Purdue Northwest Pride
Purdue University Boilermakers
Queens College Knights
Queens University of Charlotte Royals
Quinnipiac University Bobcats
Radford University Highlanders
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Engineers
Rhode Island College Anchormen
Rhode Island University of Rams
Rice University Owls
Richmond Spiders
Rider Broncs
Ripon College Red Hawks
Robert Morris University Colonials
Rochester Institute of Technology Tigers
Rochester Yellow Jackets
Rollins College Tars
Rowan Profs
Rutgers Newark Scarlet Raiders
Rutgers University Scarlet Knights
Sacramento State Hornets
Sacred Heart University Pioneers
Saginaw Valley State University Cardinals
Saint Francis Cougars
Saint Josephs University Hawks
Saint Leo University Lions
Saint Louis University Billikens
Saint Marys College California Gaels
Saint Marys Rattlers
Saint Peters University Peacocks
Salem State University Vikings
Salve Regina Seahawks
Sam Houston State
Samford Bulldogs
San Diego State Aztecs
San Diego Toreros
San Francisco Dons
San Francisco State University Gators
San Jose State University Spartans
Santa Clara University Broncos
Savannah State University Tigers
Scranton Royals
Seattle University Redhawks
Seton Hall University Pirates
Shaw Bears
Shenandoah Hornets
Shippensburg University Raiders
Siena College Saints
Sioux Falls Cougars
Slippery Rock University Pride
South Alabama Jaguars
South Carolina Aiken Pacers
South Carolina Beaufort Sand Sharks
South Carolina Gamecocks USC
South Carolina State University Bulldogs
South Carolina Upstate Spartans
South Dakota Coyotes
South Dakota State Jackrabbits
South Florida Bulls USF
Southeast Missouri State University Redhawks
Southeastern Louisiana University Lions
Southeastern Oklahoma State University Savage Storm
Southern Arkansas University Muleriders
Southern California Trojans USC
Southern Connecticut State University Owls
Southern Illinois Carbondale Salukis
Southern Illinois Edwardsville Cougars
Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles
Southern Maine Huskies
Southern Methodist University Mustangs SMU
Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles USM
Southern Nevada Coyotes
Southern University Jaguars
Southern Utah University Thunderbirds
Southern Wesleyan Warriors
Southwest Baptist Bearcats
Southwest Minnesota State University Mustangs
Southwestern Oklahoma State Bulldogs
Southwestern University Pirates
Spalding Golden Eagles
St. Bonaventure University Bonnies
St. Cloud State Huskies
St. John Fisher College Cardinals
St. Johns University Red Storm
St. Lawrence University Saints
St. Norbert College Green Knights
St. Thomas University Bobcats
Stanford University Cardinal
Staten Islands CSI Dolphins
Stephen F. Austin State University Lumberjacks
Stetson University Hatters
Stony Brook SUNY Seawolves
Syracuse University Orange
Tampa Spartans
Tarleton State University Texans
Temple University Owls
Tennessee Chattanooga University Mocs
Tennessee Martin University Skyhawks
Tennessee State University Tigers
Tennessee Technological University TTU Golden Eagles
Tennessee Volunteers VOLS
Texas A&M Central Texas Warriors
Texas A&M Commerce Lions
Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders
Texas A&M International Dust Devils
Texas A&M Kingsville Javelinas
Texas A&M San Antonio Jaguars
Texas A&M Texarkana Eagles
Texas A&M University Aggies
Texas Arlington Mavericks
Texas Christian University Horned Frogs TCU
Texas Dallas Comets
Texas El Paso Miners UTEP
Texas Longhorns
Texas Permian Basin Falcons
Texas Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros
Texas San Antonio Roadrunners
Texas Southern Tigers
Texas State University Bobcats
Texas Tech Red Raiders
Texas Tyler Patriots
Toledo Rockets
Towson University Tigers
Transylvania Pioneers
Trinity College Bantams
Troy University Trojans
Truman State University Bulldogs
Tulane University Green Wave
Tulsa Golden Hurricane
Tuskegee Golden Tigers
University of California Berkeley Golden Bears
University of California Davis Aggies
University of California Irvine Anteaters
University of California Los Angeles Bruins
University of California Riverside Highlanders
University Of California Santa Barbara Gauchos
University Of California Santa Cruz Banana Slugs
University of Central Florida
Upper Iowa University Peacocks
Urbana University Blue Knights
Ursinus College Bears
USciences Devils
Utah State University Aggies
Utah Utes
Utah Valley Wolverines
Utica College Pioneers
Valdosta State University Blazers
Valparaiso University Crusaders
Vanderbilt University Commodores
Vermont Catamounts
Villanova University Wildcats
Virginia at Wise Cavaliers
Virginia Cavaliers
Virginia Commonwealth University Rams VCU
Virginia Military Institute Keydets
Virginia State Trojans
Virginia Tech Hokies
Wagner Seahawks
Wake Forest Demon Deacons
Washburn University Ichabods
Washington Huskies
Washington State Cougars
Washington University St. Louis Bears
Wayne State University Warriors
Weber State University Wildcats
Wesleyan University Cardinals
West Alabama Tigers
West Chester University Golden Rams
West Florida Argonauts
West Georgia Wolves
West Texas A&M University Buffs
West Virginia State Yellow Jackets
West Virginia University Mountaineers WVU
Western Carolina University Catamounts WCU
Western Illinois University Leathernecks
Western Kentucky University Hilltoppers WKU
Western Michigan University Broncos
Western Oregon University Wolves
Western State Colorado Mountaineers
Western Washington University Vikings
Westfield State University Owls
Westminster College Griffins
Wheaton College Lyons
Whittier College Poets
Wichita State University Shockers
William & Mary Tribe
William Carey Crusaders
Williams College Ephs
Williston State Tetons
Wingate University Bulldogs
Winona State Warriors
Winston Salem State University Rams
Winthrop University Eagles
Wisconsin Badgers
Wisconsin Eau Claire Blugolds
Wisconsin La Crosse Eagles
Wisconsin Oshkosh Titans
Wisconsin Platteville Pioneers
Wisconsin Stevens Point Pointers
Wisconsin Stout Blue Devils
Wisconsin Whitewater Warhawks
Wofford College Terriers
Worcester Polytechnic Engineers
Worcester State University Lancers
Wright State University Raiders
Wyoming Cowboys
Xavier University Musketeers
Yale University Bulldogs
York College Cardinals
Youngstown State University Penguins
New Arrivals
About Us
Customer Service
Free shipping on all orders over $50!
Quick View


text:
No, it is a seperate caliber - U cannot shoot it out of the 45 ACP - it is supposedly designed to allow for more rounds in a mag - a bit smaller.
I don't think the longevity of this round will be there over time.
I've been packing for my move to Texas, like the new look of the forum, good job guys.
I don't understand the 45 GAP. Is it smaller to hold more in a mag? Can you shoot it out of a 45 acp pistol? Does anyone have one yet.
No, it is a seperate caliber - U cannot shoot it out of the 45 ACP - it is supposedly designed to allow for more rounds in a mag - a bit smaller.
I don't think the longevity of this round will be there over time.
Since the diameter of the .45 GAP is the same as the .45 ACP, it can't really hold more rounds in the mag. It is shorter in overall length, however, and this allows it to fit in frames designed for 9mm/.40 length rounds. These frames are more easily used by shooters with smaller hands.
For example, the Glock 21 is chambered for .45 ACP and has a very large grip circumference. The Glock 37 is chambered for .45 GAP, and has the smaller grip circumference of the Glock 17 or 22. Unfortunately, the slide on the 37 is dimensionally much more like that of the 21, so it isn't as concealable as one of the 9mms or .40s, but it does fit small hands a lot better than the 21.
The GAP operates at somewhat higher pressures than the ACP, though they are both fairly low-pressure rounds compared to, say, .40 or .357 SIG. All manufacturers that I know of strongly advise against firing GAP in an ACP pistol. I suspect it may work fine in a .45 ACP revolver like the excellent S&W 625, though.
I don't see a heck of a lot of use for the GAP, myself. I don't see what it can do that the .40 can't. The most useful format I can think of for a GAP pistol is something like a 1911 with a reduced grip area for small-handed shooters. Springfield showed one at the SHOT Show two years ago, but I think it has been put on the back burner due to the XD .45 ACP.
Maybe a Kahr P45GAP would sell if it had the same grip as the P40?
It always seemed to me like an answer in search of a question.
Exactly. I never saw the point.Originally Posted by 2400
Thanks you cleared that one up for me. I don't see it going over very big. I think I read that Glock came out with it. I think the gun mgr. are trying to bring out more calibers without taking a close look at the target market. I find the 10mm hard to find and I do like the round. When is to much to much. I hope it doesn't get like cars. Back in the 60's I could tell you ever make and model of cars made, cna't do that today.
GAP=Glock Automatic PistolOriginally Posted by spacedoggy
I am sure, after firing a 45GAP, most shooters will have a higher opinion of it. I shot the 45GAP in a Springfield XD 4 inch Service Model and I liked the combination a lot. In many countries the populace is prohibited from owning military/police calibers and there is a market for 45GAP pistols in those countries. Regards, Richard
Where you movin' to in Texas?Originally Posted by spacedoggy
What is the ammo price compared to .45 ACP and .40?
I can get 9mm for $4.86 for 50 rounds and it was about $11.99 for a box of 45.
If you got small hands, it's a wonderful idea.
Here on the Space Coast a 100 box Win-White Box runs $19.80 at Walley World. I can load the same for about $10.00 a 100. If you shoot as much as we do, you just have to reload. Buying in bulk from Midway or any of the others is high by the time you pay freight and haz/mat fees.
He wanted a round with name. Its called I'm rich and have a ego,and Americans will buy anythying I market.Originally Posted by jwkimber45
How about if since 45 means 1911 to most peopleOriginally Posted by Charlie
We have thin grips installed and a short trigger maybe even a flat mainspring That should make small enough for small hands.
Good round for people that have small hands and want the thump of the .45. I have larger hands and loves me some .45ACP
Really?! Is that reload?Originally Posted by Shipwreck
Originally Posted by -gunut-
No, WWB - 50 pack at Wal-Mart.
Or, spend 10 cents more and get CCI BLazer for $4.96 at Academy Sports.
I don't shoot reloads. BUt at those prices, why reload?!
Tyler areaOriginally Posted by Charlie
Kewl... I've never been there myself, but I think that's about 2.5 to 3 hours away. What brings ya there?


text:
Here are a few beauty shots of my 'almost' complete Fine Molds ESB Slave 1. After building one of these, it's hard to even look at my old AMT kit...
Here are a few beauty shots of my 'almost' complete Fine Molds ESB Slave 1. After building one of these, it's hard to even look at my old AMT kit...
Great job, she's going to be a beauty
That's pretty bad *****, but I have a soft spot for my vintage ship with the not movie accurate HIC.
I like it....I REALLY need to pick one of these up. REALLY want one.
Very fine! Nice to see a Slave 1 build here, fits naturally.
Very cool!
It is a sweet kit. Goes together easily and I only had to use a minimum of putty for seam filling. I'm probably going to have to pick up a Jango version and build it as a companion piece.
Great looking model! I have the Jango version of the kit but it's been damaged after
a couple of moves. I'd love to pick up the Boba version sometime.
Where did you get the model and is there a color list for it?
I got the model off of eBay a couple of years ago. I'll post a list of the paints I used shortly. I've got to go run an errand or two. They are all rattlecans and readily available at WalMart or Lowe's.
Here she is all finished...well...99% finished. I will probably continue to add a chip here and there as time goes by, but for now she's done.
Did it come with the stand?
Yes. That's the display stand that comes with the kit. It also has a white metal 'Han in Carbonite' which I don't believe came with every kit.
I tried to find the surprised "SEEKER" face on my PC so I could post it regarding this model the other day. Regardless, this is one breathtakingly beautiful job AFFO$! The paint job is exactly what one would expect coming from you.
that's one mighty fine ship you have there! great paint up!


text:
Home >> Hat Coat Door Wall L Shaped Hook Hanger 2mm Thickness 5PCS
- Single hook, wall mounted, L shaped stainless steel hanger.
- It is used to hang towel, handbag, hat, scarf, clothes, robe, etc.
- Can install in the bathroom, kitchen, or bedroom, etc.
|Silver Tone
|Product Name
|Wall Hanger
|Package Content
|5 x Wall Hanger
|Stainless Steel
|Total Size
|48 x 28 x 21mm/1.8" x 1" x 0.8"(L*W*H)
|Net Weight
|Hanger Thickness
|Hole Diameter
|Hole Mounting Distance
Other Choice (in stock)
- L Women Lady Shapewear Firm Control Tummy Slimmer Full...
- $11.21
- Free Shipping
- Magnetic Weight Loss Burning Fat Slimming Diets Slim Patch...
- $5.99
- Free Shipping
- Size L Women Body Shaper Tummy Trimmer Waist Control Girdle...
- $5.76
- Free Shipping
- Digital LCD Wrist Arm Blood Pressure Pulse Upper Monitor...
- $25.99
- Free Shipping
- 15pcs Pro Makeup Brushes Set Eyeshadow Eyeliner Lip Brush...
- $11.66
- Free Shipping
- L White Mens Slim Body Shaper Tummy Belly Fatty Underwear...
- $10.49
- Free Shipping


text:
So guys I'm feeling very sentimental today! It was one year ago that I created my account on TDH and started my journey towards making my Lady Fett costume. I could have never foreseen the way creating this costume and how meeting all the wonderful people throughout the process would have changed my life, def for the better. So I just wanted to make a post saying Thank you.
Thanks to everyone who encouraged me in the beginning. Thanks to everyone who had a part in making all the pieces of the costume. Thanks to this entire community who has embraced me and made me feel so welcome. Many of you have become dear personal friends of mine.
So yeah.... Before I start rambling on and on (which I'm known to do) Here's to many more years to come! I couldn't have asked for better company to take this journey with
Follow me on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheLadyFett
<3 Katie


text:
Posted: Aug 16, 2016 11:05 PM PDT
Updated: Apr 24, 2017 07:42 AM PDT
Love can hurt. But divorce can hurt even more, especially if you are a celebrity. Here are some of the stars' most expensive splits. [ + - ]
When Lionel Richie's wife Diane filed for divorce in 2004 after nine years of marriage, she demanded $300,000 a month, including $15,000 for clothes and $50,000 for manicures, massages and other personal services. Richie must have nearly been dancing on the ceiling when they settled for $20 million. [ + - ]
After 15 years of marriage, Ivana Trump had enough when she found out about Donald Trump's affair with Marla Maples. The pair divorced in 1992 with Ivana getting $25 million of The Donald's fortune. He learned his lesson when he married Maples in 1993, signing a prenuptial agreement that eventually limited Maples to between $1 to $5 million when they divorced six years later. [ + - ]
After nearly 24 years of marriage, including the reality TV series "Hogan Knows Best," Hulk Hogan's wife Linda filed for divorce in 2007. The couple worked out a settlement that gave Linda Hogan $30 million when the divorce was finalized in 2009. [ + - ]
Kelsey Grammer married Camille Donatacci, a former Playboy model, in 1997. After nearly 13 years of marriage, Donatacci, seen here with Grammer at the 2001 Emmy Awards, filed for divorce in the summer of 2010. The divorce, which was the third for the "Cheers" and "Frasier" actor, ended up costing him $30 million when it was finalized in February 2011. Grammer married his fourth wife, British flight attendant Kayte Walsh, two weeks after his divorce from Donatacci was finalized. [ + - ]
Grammer's "Cheers" co-star Ted Danson's 1993 divorce from Casey Coates was nothing for the actor to cheer about -- it cost him $30 million. [ + - ]
Michael Douglas' divorce from Diandra Douglas in 2000 after 23 years of marriage cost the Oscar-winning actor and producer $45 million. [ + - ]
Phil Collins' 2008 split from Orianne Cevey cost him almost $47 million. The divorce from Cevey, his former interpreter whom he married in 1999, was the third for the singer, who said in 2010 that he has no plans to ever marry again. [ + - ]
Paul McCartney's divorce from Heather Mills cost him $48.6 million, putting an end to two years of acrimonious fighting. The amount was less than a fifth of the $250 million she requested, though more than the $30 million McCartney proposed. [ + - ]
Director James Cameron and Linda Hamilton divorced in 1999 after two years of marriage -- and the split cost the Oscar-winning filmmaker a Titanic-sized sum of $50 million. [ + - ]
Kenny Rogers' divorce from Marianne Rogers had the country singer singing the blues in 1993 after 16 years of marriage. It cost him $60 million. [ + - ]
Usually it's the male celebrity paying out the money in a divorce settlement, but that wasn't the case for pop star Madonna and director Guy Ritchie. Following the breakup of their eight-year marriage, Ritchie received a divorce settlement of between $76-$92 million. [ + - ]
Kevin Costner's divorce from Cindy Silva in 1994 after 16 years of marriage cost the Oscar-winning filmmaker big: $80 million. [ + - ]
Without a prenuptial agreement, Harrison Ford ended up paying ex-wife Melissa Mathison, known for writing the script for Steven Spielberg's "E.T.," around $85 million after the couple divorced in 2004 following 18 years of marriage. [ + - ]
Steven Spielberg's and Amy Irving's divorce in 1989 after three years of marriage cost the Oscar-winning filmmaker a blockbuster sum of $100 million. [ + - ]
Sumner Redstone, the majority owner and chairman of National Amusements, which owns CBS, Viacom and MTV Networks, paid his wife, Phyllis, $100 million after the two divorced after 52 years of marriage. Following the 1999 divorce, Redstone eventually remarried Paula Fortunato, another marriage that ended in divorce. This time, however, a prenuptial agreement awarded Fortunato $5 million, stipulating that she would receive $1 million for every year of marriage. [ + - ]
Although some speculated that Elin Nordegren would receive as much as $750 million from Tiger Woods, reports from various sources close to Nordegren have placed the final number at between $100 million and $110 million. [ + - ]
Australian golfer Greg Norman paid his ex-wife, Laura Andrassy, $103 million in a divorce settlement in 2006 following 25 years of marriage. He left Andrassy for former professional tennis player Chris Evert, but that marriage lasted only 15 months. [ + - ]
Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman agreed to a private divorce settlement worth a reported $109 million for Kidman, avoiding an embarrassing and bitter court battle. [ + - ]
Neil Diamond paid his ex-wife of 25 years, Marcia Murphey, $150 million in lieu of their divorce in 1995. [ + - ]
Michael Jordan and Juanita Jordan's divorce in 2006 after 17 years of marriage cost the former NBA star an estimated $150 million. [ + - ]
Former GE Chairman Jack Welch paid his wife, Jane, an electrifying sum of $180 million (estimated) in a divorce settlement in 2002 after 13 years of marriage. [ + - ]
Robert Johnson, the co-founder of BET, America's first black billionaire and one-time owner of the NBA's Charlotte Bobcats, split from his wife of 30 years, Sheila, in 2000, paying her an estimated $400 million in the divorce settlement. [ + - ]
In late 2011, Mel Gibson reached a divorce settlement that could be the costliest ever for a movie star. [ + - ]
Gibson split with wife Robyn in 2009 after 31 years. Details were not disclosed, but there was no prenuptial agreement, so she may have gotten as much as half the Oscar winner's $850 million, People magazine reported. [ + - ]
Media mogul Rupert Murdoch's divorce payout to ex-wife Anna in 1999 after 32 years of marriage was to the tune of $1.7 billion. Murdoch learned a costly lesson in the divorce, signing two different prenuptial agreements before marrying third wife Wendi Deng just 17 days following the finalization of his divorce to Anna. Murdoch filed for divorce from Deng in June 2013, with the two reaching a settlement in November 2013. [ + - ]


text:
'Sabres Public Relations Director Michael Gilbert said the team is aware of the problems and is in the process of correcting them. "We have several ATMs," Gilbert said. And as of Friday afternoon, as far as he knew, two were down. Gilbert said the problem was mechanical, and they were waiting for parts to come in. He wasn't sure how long that would take. "It's a process," he said. "It could take some time."'
It's hard for Sabres fans to score at ATMs
December 4, 2006 Submitted by
Via: Buffalo News


text:
Law & Philosophy Curriculum
First Year: All 1L students take "Elements of the Law" in the Autumn Quarter. Unique to legal education at Chicago, "Elements of the Law" examines certain issues that occur in many different areas of the law and considers the relationship between these issues and comparable questions in other fields of thought, such as moral and political philosophy, economics, and political theory. In the Spring Quarter, 1L students may choose an elective; there are usually one or more philosophical offerings available.
Second and Third Year: There are a wide range of electives available to law students with philosophical interests during their second and third years of study.
"The Law and Philosophy Workshop" is a year-long course offered every year by either Mr. Leiter and/or Ms. Nussbaum, sometimes in conjunction with the Law and Philosophy Fellow in residence at the Law School that year. The Workshop is organized around a particular topic or theme of interest to philosophers and legal scholars; recent Workshops have focused on coercion, practical reason, equality, privacy, autonomy, global justice, pluralism and toleration, war, and sexuality and the family. Faculty from the University of Chicago and other universities around the world present papers on that year's theme to Workshop participants, and students have opportunities, both inside and outside the Workshop, for discussion with the speaker. The topic for 2008-09 is "Toleration and Religious Liberty," and speakers will include Simon Blackburn, Susan Mendus, and Joseph Raz, as well as members of the Chicago faculty.
"Jurisprudence I: The Nature of Law and Adjudication" is offered every year by Mr. Leiter, and, most years, he also offers "Jurisprudence II: Topics in Moral, Political, and Legal Theory." Together, these courses cover the central issues in legal philosophy, including the relationship between law and morality, the duty to obey the law, and the nature of legal reasoning and judicial decision, as well as cognate topics such as the nature of meaning and interpretation (in law and elsewhere), the objectivity of law, free will and responsibility, liberty and its limits, conceptions of the just society and the good life, liberalism and illiberalism, and critical theories of society and law.
Mr. Green, Mr. Leiter, Ms. Nussbaum, Mr. Strauss, and Mr. Sunstein offer seminars on a regular basis on topics of interest to students of law and philosophy. Recent topics include "Constitutional Theory and Interpretation"; "Constitutionalism and Democracy"; "Education and Moral Psychology"; "Equality as a Political Value"; "Feminist Philosophy"; "Legal Reasoning"; "Legality and the Rule of Law"; "The Letters of Cicero and Seneca"; "Methodology in Jurisprudence"; "Mill"; "Nietzsche and Foucault: Morality, Self, and Society"; "Political Obligation and Civil Disobedience"; "Rawls and His Critics"; "Religion and the State"; and "Toleration: Its Justification and Limits."


text:
I am not really one to complain but this sandy crap sucks. I havnt been able to do much and have a few hurdles ahead. But, I have an awesome girl who has been very supportive. We took off work Friday and hit the bay. Not much bird action but shannon managed a brant and a buffie. it was her first hunt and I think she's addicted. Were headed out in the am to hunt over numbnuts at the semiwild. Hope everyone is recovering well and gets a few hunts in.
Sent from my ADR910L using Tapatalk 2


text:
I was just wondering if its possibel to take good qualty photos from a mid to low level digital camera. I have the canon s30 it has a lot of features t adjust exposure, aperture, flash etc. it is 3 megapixels. Is it possibel to take great photos with a camera like this i plan on buying a better camea but i'd like to learn to take good photos before I upgrade
Good Photos From Mid-level Camera?
Started by Guest_Dilla_* , Sep 17 2004 10:39 PM
1 reply to this topic
#1 Guest_Dilla_*
Posted 17 September 2004 - 10:39 PM
Posted 20 September 2004 - 02:56 PM
I don't see why you shouldn't get good results from your Canon S30. As long as you don't want to make bigger prints than A4, you should be fine
Mark Goldstein
Editor, PhotographyBLOG
Editor, PhotographyBLOG
Reply to this topic
0 user(s) are reading this topic
0 members, 0 guests, 0 anonymous users


text:
Jose Antonio Abreu:
The El Sistema music revolution
Jose Antonio Abreu is the charismatic founder of a youth orchestra system that has transformed thousands of kids' lives in Venezuela. Here he shares his amazing story and unveils a TED Prize wish that could have a big impact in the US and beyond.
Similar topics
- Conducting
- Culture
- Education
- Entertainment
- Music
- Philanthropy
- Poverty
This talk was presented at an official TED conference, and was featured by our editors on the home page.
Related talks
Learn more
Jose Antonio Abreu's TED Prize wish
The composer shares his vision of an international program to train the next generation of maestros.
133 comments
Enthusiastically agree? Respectfully beg to differ? Have your say here.
Log in to comment Don't have an account? Sign up now — it's fast and free.
Sort comments by
There are currently no comments for this talk.


text:
|Topic Review (Newest First)
How to tie up to a mooring
Now I think I understand the question. Well, I''m not sure how much chain should be on the mooring. I''m sure someone on here knows better than me. The pull being straight down isn''t a problem, it just means your boat isn''t putting any strain on the mooring system. The mooring mushroom or whatever depends on its weight and being buried in the mud for its holding power. It is not like a typical anchor, such as a Danforth, where you need a shallow angle pull to keep it dug in. Even if it were an anchor, the fact that the chain is dropping straight down means there is no strain on the system so there would be no danger of breaking out. I don''t know if I''ve even come close to addressing your questions!
I''ll let someone else jump in here with opinions on how much chain there should be.
How to tie up to a mooring
Right. I forgot to mention that I have a mooring ball which supports the chain and painter. In my situation, a six foot tide and 4 feet of water at mean low tide, the chain ends up sitting on the bottom. Even during fairly wavey times the chain doesn''t lift off the bottom all the way to the mushroom, so the pull is just about straight down.
How to tie up to a mooring
I''m a little confused by the description. Normally, the chain is supported by a float of some sort. The float usually has a ring to which one can tie a line or lines from the bow of the boat. In this way, the mooring float supports the weight of the chain and the boat is tied to the float.
How to tie up to a mooring
I have a 20 foot sailboat(1800lb/disp.) moored in 10'' at high tide/4'' at low tide that pulls straight down on the bow when there are waves. I''ve got 45'' of 3/8" chain to a 200lb mooring. Is it possible to have too much or too heavy a chain? Does this set up sound odd to anyone?
How to tie up to a mooring
All right, Ill get in on this one too. First of all NEVER hook yourself to an eye on top of a mooring buoy. Ive often wondered why more law suites werent filed against the manufacturers of those balls anyway. The steel 3/8 inch thick rod used in those buoys was never intended to hold the strain of a cruising sailboat! Fortunately, Im seeing more of the type where the chain is passing up through the center of the buoy through a PVC tube, and the smarter ones are placing their swivels there, on top of the buoy where they can be seen. If all that is available is the eye on the top of the buoy and you dont want to get your hands dirty fishing for the bull ring, then move to another mooring, by gar!
When I find the appropriate mooring that Im going to lay to over night, I put a bight in the middle of my 40-foot dock line and fish that through the moorings bull ring. Then I lead the bitter ends under the bight and haul it up to make a cow hitch on the ring. This can be done on an eye in the mooring pennants as well but it may be better here to take a round turn around the eye too.
Now, I have a bowsprit complete with a bob stay and whiskers, but even if I didnt, Id still lay both ends of my mooring line over the same rail and through the same chalk. This is going to cut down on the alternating strains and chafe on the pennant at the bull ring. It also means that the boat is going to lie slightly cocked to the wind and dance around a bit less. And yes, if Im expecting a blow, Ill lash on another pennant or better still, if possible, lie to my own anchor.
In the morning, its usually easy enough to work the cow hitch with the end of the boat hook and pull it free to cast off. This system has worked well for me except when picking up one of those CG moorings like the ones at Seguin Island, the converted nun sea buoys. These things start rocking on their own and take tension on the pennants which, in turn pulls the boat into the buoy! The only way to get any sleep up there is to make the shackle of the storm rode to the patent thing and pay out about 5075 feet or so!
Oh, yea, PS. The best knot to lash to that eye would be a sheet or beckett bend. It might behoove you to make a double turn around it and finish it with a hitch on the standing part.
How to tie up to a mooring
If you are leaving your boat on a mooring, please use 2 lines. one main and a backup if it fails. Even with my little 1700lb boat I use 2 mooring lines. One is 1'' longer than the other. I know the boat isn''t going anywhere.
How to tie up to a mooring
It''s a pain in the neck but when I tie up to a mooring I have a dedicated line with a spliced-in SS thimble that I use just for moorings. I attach it to the mooring with a shackle and seize the shackle with a zip tie.No chafe, no dammaged lines and no boat adrift in the middle of the night.Guaranteed.
I''d much rather anchor!
How to tie up to a mooring
I am not sure what you describe? Since it''s a line it could have a rope loop or a thimble. As mentioned chafe must be condsidered. This is by far the main cause of boats breaking off their moorings. I have seen four of them so far and helped rescue three of them.
If the thimble is steel then you should use a steel shakle to attach to it. If it''s smooth plastic then just rope on a temporary basis would work overnight.
I saw a "expert" who was a boat broker send a line thru a steel mooring eye in Stage Harbor, Chatam, MA. The boat was a huge 56'' Winnebago type and we got hit with a 50 knot storm. The line sawed thru, he started the engine and tangled one of the screws in the mooring chain of a OI 41 and layed backwards to the wind alongside of it. I called the CG and they came out but by that time the wind was down.
Chafe very bad.
How to tie up to a mooring
Thanks, Starlite.
I guess being only a charterer and not yet an owner, I forgot that people have dedicated moorings they use all year/season. In that case, it makes sense to set up the way you described.
Fair winds.
How to tie up to a mooring
Those large bouys can be problematic. Typically, you''ll find them in transient municipal mooring areas. Anytime you pick up a mooring, it takes a little faith that the equipment is sound, and that you''re not going to drift free.
I was thinking more of the seasonal bouy one finds in your typical marina, of the round, ball style. Many of these have a mechanism inside that allows the top ring to rotate. Over time, this can fail -- sawing itself in half. Even if it''s a solid connection (one that doesn''t rotate), the strongest connection is made directly to the chain (or the shackle holding the chain to the bouy). Picking this type of bouy up isn''t too difficult (most of the effort is lifting the chain).
On my mooring, I''ve attached a small fender to the pendant. This makes it easier for me to grab the pendant with my boat hook, and I only have to lift the bouy twice a season -- to attach the pendant, and to remove it at the end of the season.
|This thread has more than 10 replies. Click here to review the whole thread.
|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 On