text:
The Numbers Game: Why I'm not sure whether or not we're done
by Beth Freedman
I barely made it into the primigravida club – I gave birth to my first son shortly after turning thirty-five. But I'm a primagravida all the same, in all the ways that count. And there is one issue directly related to the age at which we started our family that continues to haunt me.
Before my husband and I got married, we talked about how many children we wanted, and we both agreed that three was a nice number. We knew, of course, that since we were older than many, it might not be that simple. But then I got pregnant very easily with number one, so it seemed we were blessed in that respect. But then week six of the pregnancy arrived, and I got really, really, really sick. I never knew just how long nine months was, until I had to endure nine months of pregnancy, throwing up every day for well over half of that time, and feeling constantly, severely nauseated every moment I was awake. During that first pregnancy, I honestly didn't know how I could bear to put myself through that again to have another. After the pregnancy, I felt like I had PTSD – not for the labor, which was actually wonderful, but for the pregnancy. But I knew that I would have to go through it again. Having an only child just didn't seem like an option for either of us, for a whole slew of reasons.
Then things got more complicated. When I felt I was as ready as I was going to be, and I couldn't wait that much longer, since I was already 37, we started trying for number two. Since number one had been so simple, I fully expected to be pregnant within a couple of months. But nothing happened. And nothing happened. And nothing happened. Every month I would be on an emotional rollercoaster — sad that it hadn't worked, but also relieved that I didn't have to go through the hell of pregnancy yet.
After five months or so I was ready to go to the gynecologist to get help. We did every test there was to be done, but the results all came back normal. After a year without conceiving, we were diagnosed with "unexplained secondary infertility." I had to begin to face the idea that my son might be an only child, and something about that just broke my heart, no matter how much I was dreading being pregnant again. We were about to start fertility treatments when, on our nineteenth month of trying, I got pregnant naturally.
There is an age gap of four years and three months between our children. My second pregnancy was even worse than the first, and in the end, we were actually lucky that it took that long to work, because having a three-and-a-half-year-old at home while you are so sick you can't lift your head off the pillow is infinitely better than having a two-year-old at home. He was just able to deal with it more than a toddler would have been.
An interesting thing happened to me, though, as soon as I got pregnant with number two. I immediately started thinking about the viability of number three. Despite the amount of time it took us to get pregnant with number two, despite the fact that it was clear now that I'd have to wait until baby number two was also not a toddler anymore if we wanted another, I immediately started thinking of it as though having (or not having) a third was purely a matter of choice.
Our second son was born six weeks before I turned forty. He is now five months old, and the question will not leave my head. There are many, many reasons why I think we have had all the children we are going to have. I am forty already. I can't risk trying to conceive again for another for three years because we wouldn't cope otherwise — if we could even cope then. To start trying at forty-three, knowing it could take years… well, I don't want to be that much of an older parent. We are so tired right now. It is almost all I can do to look after a newborn and a four year old. I've never been particularly energetic and it is taking all of my strength to get through this year, with its associated sleep deprivation. I also don't think I can put my body through another pregnancy. My husband doesn't think he would be able to look after two children on his own through the first four months of another pregnancy ; looking after one on his own last year, while I was bedridden, was hard enough. We keep talking about all the advantages to having two children; that we'd have more time for them, the 'neatness' of it, the fact that we'd still fit into our relatively small living space and our car, and so many other things. And there is the simple physical fact that if I could get pregnant again, which in itself is doubtful, the physical strain of that pregnancy and of another newborn year is just more than either of us can take.
And yet, there is something that I just can't let go of. My baby has grown out of his newborn clothes, but something is preventing me from selling them or giving them away. I think it is the difficulty of accepting the reality, as opposed to the ideal. If we had been just five years younger, we'd still be thinking of having number three. It's still the number of children we want. And there is a part of me that feels like I am cheating my sons out of another sibling, one whom they are "supposed" to have. This feeling hits even harder as I watch our four-year-old express his utter delight at having a baby brother.
In a way, it would be easier for me if I knew that I absolutely could not have another child (which might well be true, given how long it took us to conceive number two). But in the end, I did conceive, so I feel like I am still capable. And because I feel that we are making a choice, I am plagued by that choice. Ever since I got pregnant with number two, the issue has been going round and round in my head. We go through a particularly hard day (or night, or both) and I know that I am right, that we have been blessed with all the children that we can manage. But then I think I am being selfish, that I am not doing what is best for my kids. But then I think — what is best for them is not biting off more than we can chew, and ending up so exhausted and overwhelmed that we can't care for any of them well. And then I end up full of self-recriminations — why can't I be strong enough to have three? Is there another soul out there who is supposed to be part of our family?
So how do I do it? How do I give up the ideal, for the reality? It is a wonderful reality, after all. I have two healthy, beautiful boys, and a wonderful husband. I'm so looking forward to our baby growing up and becoming a person in his own right; to watching the siblings play together. I know that this is right for us, by every logical measure, but my emotions won't quite come into line. My biggest 'issue', in truth, is not the "ideal" as we saw it — I am content with two children, as is my husband — but the worry that I am shortchanging the two kids I do have by not giving them another sibling.
It is possible that I might feel this way less if I did not live in a society where having two kids is unusual, and most families have three or more. A while back I read a blog post written by a woman in America, asking advice on how she could "know" whether it was right or not to have number three. Again and again, along with the very sage advice she was given by other mothers, came the caution that she would have to deal with the "inevitable" questions/comments on why she had had another. It seems that the default in secular America is two children, and more is considered… odd. Even selfish. But I'm not sure that it's the society I'm surrounded by. I'm one of five, but I didn't ever want five. I grew up with a lot of friends who had only one sibling and didn't think of them as different, or lacking.
I wonder if I can work this through and come to a place where I have accepted that our family is complete. I look forward to hearing other mothers' experiences – I imagine I'm not the only one losing sleep trying to figure it out.


text: Last month I was featured on Nicole Richie's website for the Look of the Week 2/3/12. I was so excited and honored to be on her site! I was featured wearing my Winter Kate Saxon shorts, Jemma jacket and HOH1960 Lillian pumps!! This look is one of my personal favorites!"Richie Riches for Less copied Nicole's look with the Winter Kate Jemma Jacket and Saxon Black Velvet shorts. Add some HOH1960 Lillian Pumps and voila!" - NicoleRichie.com

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Lagarde to give China senior IMF job: sources
By Lesley Wroughton
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - China is close to clinching a top-level post at the International Monetary Fund, IMF sources said on Wednesday after the Fund's new chief pledged to give more power to emerging economies.
They said Min Zhu, a Chinese national who was a special adviser to former IMF Managing Director Dominique Strauss-Kahn, was expected to fill a new deputy managing director post to be created by the Fund's new chief, Christine Lagarde.
"Min Zhu is expected to be named to deputy managing director," an IMF board member told Reuters. The appointment, which would give China one of the top five management jobs at the Fund, would first need the approval of the 24-member IMF board of member countries.
Lagarde on Wednesday vowed during her first news conference as managing director to give developing nations a greater role in the fund. She said she was considering creating a new high-level job that would be filled by a candidate from an emerging market country.
The move should appeal to emerging and developing markets, which have demanded a greater say in the international financial institution to reflect their growing economic clout.
China, the world's second-largest economy, has pressed for a senior-level position but was blocked by Japan's long-held lock on another deputy managing director post, currently held by Naoyuki Shinohara.
Zhu is a former deputy governor of the People's Bank of China.
His appointment would give Asia two senior management posts in the IMF plus the chair of the IMF's top advisory committee, which was recently filled by Singapore Finance Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam. Continued...


text:
McSweeney's Issue #42 Release Party - McNally Jackson
Hours: 7pm
Ages: All
52 Prince St. - 4156425609
New York, NY 10012
Description: Join us for the launch party and mini-marathon reading to celebrate the release of McSweeney's Quarterly Concern Issue #42 at McNally Jackson in New York City on February 25th. Edited by novelist Adam Thirlwell, the new issue is a monumental experiment in translated literature. New or little-known works by Kierkegaard, Enrique Vila-Matas, Krasznahorkai, et al., are each taken through six translators apiece, translated into English and then retranslated back out again (and again) to create altered, echoed and downright weird narratives by a dream collection of some of our finest writers. Readings from contributors Alvaro Enrigue, Sheila Heti, Heidi Julavits, Julie Orringer, Colm Toibin, Valeria Luiselli, and John Wray.


text:
Rio Ferdinand may not return for England in next week's World Cup qualifiers after being recalled by Roy Hodgson.
Sir Alex Ferguson said he was "surprised" at the centre-back's inclusion in Hodgson's squad for next Friday's game against San Marino and the match in Montenegro the following Tuesday.
Injury-hit Ferdinand, 34, was furious after he was snubbed by Hodgson for last summer's European Championship and won the last of his 81 caps in June 2011. Ferguson would clearly prefer the defender remained at Old Trafford during the international break as Manchester United target another Premier League title.
"I was as surprised as anyone when I heard," said Ferguson.
"I need to speak to the [United] doctor because we prepare Rio in a certain way and there are certain treatments he has to go through.
"He has to make sure he is going to be okay in terms of the number of games he plays. We have been doing that for two years and it has worked. We have to look at all these things before Rio decides [if he joins up].
"The procedures have been the same all season which has given him fantastic performance levels when he's playing for us.
"We have to consider that and Rio is considering that. And we'll see what the outcome of that is."
If Ferdinand did not report for international duty next week, it would be a major embarrassment for the England manager given his climbdown from previous statements that he had "moved on" from the defender.
- More about:
- Manchester United
- Rio Ferdinand
- Roy Hodgson
- Sir Alex Ferguson


text:
This website uses cookies to offer the best possible experience. By continuing to use the site you are agreeing to our usage of cookies. Find out more
27 June 2017 01:13
SENIOR Labour councillors have reacted angrily to news of the £1 million bill faced by Cheshire West and Chester Council for representing planning concerns of local communities.
Councillors attacked the government's planning policy, which they say makes it more difficult for communities to object to developers plans.
Labour's environment spokesman, Cllr David Robinson, said: "Spending £1 million of public money on failed planning appeals does not make sense when we are facing massive cuts to essential public services.
"The Tory-led Coalition Government has made a complete farce of the localism concept with their rushed changes to the planning system and it's costing our council tax payers dearly.
"The new presumption in favour of development enshrined in the Tories' National Planning Policy Framework gives no realistic opportunity for residents to shape their communities.
"At the very least, land supply targets should have been phased in to allow an evidence-based local plan to be produced to a sensible time scale.
Cllr Robinson also attacked council leader Mike Jones, who is chair of the environment and housing board at the Local Government Association, calling him "ineffectual".
He added: "As a leading Tory member of the Local Government Association, Mike Jones seems to have been completely ineffectual when faced with the steamroller planning policies of his own Conservative Government."
CWaC Labour leader Justin Madders said: "This is a scandalous amount of money going straight from our community into the pockets of developers.
"We know from recent decisions how councillors feel the pressure to agree to permissions they are not comfortable about because of the power of developers.
"If the planning committee listened to public concern more often, the figure could, in fact, be much higher.
"It's clear that the system the Tories saddled us with gives too much power to developers leaving local communities powerless to resist."
You must be a registered user to leave a comment. Register or login here.
* To view the map you will need to have Javascript turned on


text:
Roll over image to zoom in
1-year limited warranty
List Price $40.00 Save $10.01 (25%)
Earn 30 Bullseye Bucks
In stock
other products by Air Venturi
Unit Converter for Airgun Measurements
Create an online review and share your thoughts with other customers
5.0 5.0
5.0 5.0
Verified Purchase
Things I liked: Easy to install
Things I would have changed: I would have enclosed a simple installation sheet. One page. No big deal.
What others should know: You have to lower the first stage adjustment screw.
5.0 5.0
5.0 5.0
Verified Purchase
Things I liked: I think the OEM trigger is a little thin and of less quality be-fitting this fine pistol. This upgrade changes all of that feeling. It makes the pistol feel like the championship quality pistol that it is.
Things I would have changed: Hmmm...A small, not too small, instruction leaflet would be nice. Example: The first stage screw must be lowered out of the way so the trigger stem can slide onto the trigger slot.
What others should know: This is a must have accessory. Very little expense and the practical use over-shadows the cost.
5.0 5.0
5.0 5.0
Verified Purchase
Things I liked: great bargain upgrade
What others should know: you may need to re-adjust your sights = definitly better tighter groups
Show Other ReviewsCreate an online review and share your thoughts with other customers
What is the diameter of the trigger shoe mounting post ?
Will the upgraded Trigger Assembly for the IZH 46M fit an IZH 46? Thanks!
$19.95$14.95 $120.00$98.95 $190.00$149.99


text:
Get an elegant new look with this custom-made, Olive Dance pattern ceiling medallion.More Details >
Ceiling fixtures, fans and more will be transformed with this giclee pattern ceiling medallion. It features a custom printed pattern on canvas that is based on an artisan hand-painted design. The giclee canvas is then mounted on a 24" wide, Valencia Bronze finish medallion. The medallion is lightweight and installs easily with multi-purpose adhesive (not included). Polypropylene construction. Canopy and chain not included.


text:
Martinez retains title against Murray
Photos: DBE/Sumio Yamada
In a driving rainstorm, defending WBC middleweight champion Sergio "Maravilla" Martinez (51-2-2, 28 KOs) scored a twelve round unanimous decision over previously undefeated WBA interim champion Martin Murray (25-1-1, 11 KOs) on Saturday night in front of an estimated 50,000 fans at the Club Atlético Vélez Sarsfield in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Martinez controlled the early rounds as Murray was very defensive. Murray started picking it up in round four. MArtinez was cut over the left eye in round six. Murray dropped Martinez in round eight with a right hand, but he didn't seem hurt. Open scoring after round eight had Martinez ahead 77-74, 76-75, 76-75. Good round for Martinez in round nine. Murray landed a big right in round ten. Martinez outboxed him over the finsl two rounds to prevail 115-112 on all three cards.
After the fight, Martinez stated, "We have to work to get better. But superstars are like that, we always get better against any odds."
WBC #1 welterweight Luis Carlos Abregu (35-1, 28 KOs) won a hard fought ten round unanimous decision over WBA #5 rated Antonin Decarie (27-2, 8 KOs) in a bout cut to ten rounds due to the wet conditions. Abregu dropped Decarie in round eight and was unlucky as the referee accidentally stopped the round at the :10 warning with Decarie reeling. Scores were 97-92, 97-92 and 97-90.
Former European super bantamweight champion Kiko Martinez (28-4, 20 KOs) scored a second round TKO over Damian Machado (18-10-1, 7 KOs), scoring knockdowns in both rounds contested
Heavyweight Magomed Abdusalamov (18-0, 18 KOs) made quick work of Sebastián Ceballos (33-8-2, 25 KOs) scoring three knockdowns in a first round annihilation.


text:
I think my subie, 06wrx, isn't getting fuel pressure in the engine. Are there check valves in the 06 wrx? (What I mean by "check valve" is a spot in the fuel line where the fuel is allowed to go one way but not the other way, sort of a one way street for fuel, so that way it keeps the pressure in the engine)
Or is this a fuel rail problem? maybe in need of repair or replacement?
any info is appreciated


text:
Goldfish Aquarium
Updated Nov 04, 2011 by amitsaran
Comment #1 Friday, November 4, 2011 7:58 AM
Comment #2 Friday, November 4, 2011 4:14 PM
thanks aspillman1, the original .avi file for this dream was alredy bout' 2 gb or so n going beyond that while encoding in TMPGEncXpress, the program i use for encoding my dreams would have resulted in a much larger size ... an original comp rendered in After effects which is about 10 sec's long at your desired resolution i,e 1920 x 1080 full hd is almost bout' the same size as this dream which is only 1344 x 840 ... you can well imagine how big the dream would result into !!
Comment #3 Friday, November 4, 2011 4:19 PM
Also, if you're willing to have another aquarium dream, you can download my previous dream i,e 3d Aquarium
that is 1440 x 1080 resolution ... but tropical fish over there ... lol no goldfish ...
Comment #4 Friday, November 4, 2011 11:43 PM
Comment #5 Saturday, November 5, 2011 3:29 AM
btw, now i feel most of the people are using bigger screens .. so i'll keep the resolution in mind !!
Please login to comment and/or vote for this skin.
Welcome Guest! Please take the time to register with us.
There are many great features available to you once you register, including:
- Richer content, access to many features that are disabled for guests like commenting on the forums and downloading files.
- Access to a great community, with a massive database of many, many areas of interest.
- Access to contests & subscription offers like exclusive emails.
- It's simple, and FREE!


text:
|Message view
|« Date » · « Thread »
|« Date » · « Thread »
|"Sharad Agarwal (JIRA)" <j...@apache.org>
|[jira] Assigned: (MAPREDUCE-864) Enhance JobClient API implementations to look at history files to get information about jobs that are not in memory
|Thu, 03 Sep 2009 07:45:32 GMT
[ https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/MAPREDUCE-864?page=com.atlassian.jira.plugin.system.issuetabpanels:all-tabpanel ] Sharad Agarwal reassigned MAPREDUCE-864: ---------------------------------------- Assignee: Sharad Agarwal > Enhance JobClient API implementations to look at history files to get information about jobs that are not in memory > ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Key: MAPREDUCE-864 > URL: https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/MAPREDUCE-864 > Project: Hadoop Map/Reduce > Issue Type: Sub-task > Components: jobtracker > Reporter: Devaraj Das > Assignee: Sharad Agarwal > Fix For: 0.21.0 > > > MAPREDUCE-817 added an API to get the JobHistory URL from the JobTracker. This is useful in two ways: > 1) Users can use this API to get the URL, copy the history files to their local disk, and, do processing on them > 2) APIs like JobSubmissionProtocol.getJobCounters, can read a part of the history file, and then return the information to the caller (if the job is not there in JT memory). This would mimic most of the CompletedJobsStatusStore functionality. -- This message is automatically generated by JIRA. - You can reply to this email to add a comment to the issue online.
|View raw message


text:
Feel Good Friday: Snow falls at Sunshine Village
Snow fell overnight at Sunshine Village in Banff, Alberta, Canada. The webcam photo captured this morning at the base of the ski area has gone viral, surely eliciting smiles from skiers everywhere. Winter is coming, folks.
Snow on the ground at Sunshine Village – 8.24.12. Photo via onthesnow.com.


text:
[Date Index]
[Thread Index]
[Author Index]
Re: Tips for writing correct, non trivial Mathematica Libraries
On Jan 19, 2012, at 6:39 AM, Andrzej Kozlowski wrote:
> On 19 Jan 2012, at 11:12, Bill Rowe wrote:
>>> geom[list_] := Apply[Times, list]^(1/Length[list])
>>> So, this does a bad thing for geom[ x+ y] (returns (Sqrt[x y])
>> What were you expecting here? This looks correct to me
> Clearly he sees what actually is a powerful feature of Mathematica as
a "bad thing". The feature is that a function whose arguments are not
restricted by pattern maching can be put to a more general use. I think
it's great and not "bad". If you want to restrict the function to work
on lists you can do this:
Hi -- thanks for your comment. Actually I think the pattern matching is
the coolest thing. my point is that when combined with how Mathematica
treats + (and in general, Flat and Orderless operators) it becomes a lot
harder to reason about whether a function handles all edge cases
correctly. So for instance nobody would expect the geometric mean of x
+ y to be Sqrt[x y], it should be (x + y)^1 = x+ y
Separately, GeometricMean does do something reasonable for
GeometricMean[x + y] (give it a try), and I wish it were easier to see
what syntax it uses.


text:
The question for you, dear reader, is: what is a "sewer sag problem"? Is "sag" a typo or sewer-speak? Is this a topic Public Works should be covering and, if so, what do you want to know?
And while you're here, may I ask that you fill out this questionnaire for our annual report on public works and consultants?
Here's last year's article: Opposites attract ...
… and 2011's: Holding steady and looking ahead.
You can always email me at email@example.com.
Or join our LinkedIn group. (For more information on creating a profile appropriate for a public works professional, read this from an actual public works director.)


text:
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7 Review
Latest Camera Reviews
Lomo'Instant Automat Glass Review
Canon PowerShot SX430 IS Review
Updated 26/6: Luminar's "Neptune" update is out now with Accent AI, an AI photo filter!
Mac users, Macphun's all-in-one photo editor Luminar is available for just $69£52 for new users, or $59£44 for existing Macphun users. We rated Luminar as "Highly Recommended". Visit the Luminar web site to try it for free.
Use coupon code "PHOTOBLOG" to save another $10 on Luminar.
Main Rivals
Listed below are some of the rivals of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7.
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS
The Canon PowerShot SX200 IS is a new 12 megapixel, 12x compact digital camera. Offering a versatile focal range of 28-336mm, 3 inch LCD screen, 720p HD movies, and full range of shooting modes for both beginners and pros alike, the SX200 IS wants to be your do-it-all, take-everywhere pocket companion. But can the Canon PowerShot SX200 IS beat the current travel zoom king, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7? Read our in-depth review to find out which one deserves a place in your camera bag...
Casio EX-H10
The Casio EX-H10 is the latest pretender to the travel-zoom digital camera throne. Offering a 10x, 24-240mm zoom lens, large 3 inch LCD, and 720p HD movies in a pocketable body, the EX H10 is clearly challenging the likes of the Panasonic TZ7 / TZ6, Canon SX200 IS and Sansung WB550. Mark Goldstein discovers if the Casio EX-H10 has what it takes in our World-exclusive review...
Fujifilm FinePix S1500
The Fujifilm FinePix S1500 is an affordable, beginner-friendly super-zoom camera, sporting a 12x zoom lens, 10 megapixel sensor and 2.7 inch LCD screen. Attractively priced at £219 / $249.95, the bridge-style Fujifilm S1500 also offers a full range of creative shooting modes for the advanced amateur, as well as Automatic Scene Recognition mode for beginners. Gavin Stoker discovers if the new DSLR-like Fujifilm FinePix S1500 is a genuine bargain...
Nikon Coolpix L100
The Nikon Coolpix L100 super-zoom camera has a 15x, 28-420mm zoom lens and is designed to be easy to use for beginners. Scene Auto Selector and Easy modes take the guesswork out of capturing the moment, Sensor-shift Vibration Reduction should keep your shots sharp, and the L100's large 3 inch screen is great for sharing with friends and family. The Nikon L100's is available now in black for a wallet-friendly price-tag of £239.99 / €269.00 / $279.95. Read our expert review to discover if this is the right digital camera for you.
Olympus mju 9000
The Olympus mju 9000 (also known as the Stylus 9000) is a new travel-zoom compact camera. Offering a 10x, 28-280mm lens in a pocketable camera, the mju 9000 also features a 12 megapixel sensor, 2.7 inch LCD screen, 1cm macro mode and 5fps shooting (at 3 megapixels). Priced at £310 / $349.99 and available in black and blue, the Olympus mju 9000 is certainly up against some tough competition, principally the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7 and Canon PowerShot SX200 IS. We find out if the mju 9000 has what it takes to beat them...
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ6
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ6 is a new entry in the travel-zoom camera market. Offering a 12x, 25-300mm lens with optical image stabilisation, 2.7 inch LCD screen, WVGA (848x480) movies and 10 megapixel sensor, the Panasonic TZ6 is the well-appointed cheaper sibling of the TZ7 model that we recently raved about. Available in silver and black for £269 / $299, is the TZ6 a worthy alternative? Find out by reading out latest expert review...
Ricoh CX1
World Exclusive! The Ricoh CX1 is a new point-and-shoot digital camera that focuses on one key area - image quality. At its heart is a new 9 megapixel CMOS sensor and image processing engine, the combination of which promises expanded dynamic range, lower noise and faster operation. The CX1's new DR shooting mode combines two images shot with different exposures to create one image with more detail in the shadows and highlights, while a fast continuous burst mode of 4fps should ensure that you don't miss the action. There's also an amazing high-resolution LCD screen, 7x optical zoom lens and a veritable wealth of options to keep even the most ardent photographer happy. The Ricoh CX1 is available now for £299 in the UK - we find out if it's the real deal in our latest in-depth review...
Samsung WB500
The Samsung WB500 (also known as the Samsung HZ10W) is a compact pocketable camera with a 24mm ultra wide-angle, 10x optical zoom lens. The 10 megapixel WB500 has some impressive features, including a 720p HD movie mode, 2.7 inch LCD screen, manual shooting, and not forgetting that 24-240mm lens. Priced at $299.99 / £229, Mark Goldstein finds out if the Samsung WB500 / HZ10W is worth considering.
Samsung WB550
The new Samsung WB550 (also known as the Samsung HZ15W) is the first camera in the World to feature a 24mm ultra wide angle, 10x optical zoom lens. A direct competitor to the Panasonic TZ series of cameras, the 12 megapixel WB550 has some impressive features, including 720p HD movie mode, 3 inch LCD screen, manual shooting mode, and not forgetting that 24-240mm lens. Priced at $329.99 / £299, Gavin Stoker discovers if the Samsung WB550 / HZ15W really can depose the TZ king...


text:
In my day job I see vast numbers of people who want to work together for the common good, and I figure social networking is how to do that.
We want to support the nonprofits or other effective organizations that we believe in, and maybe to stand up for the individuals who are good at supporting effective efforts.
Jumo.com, just launched, looks like a really good tool for connecting people for genuine common good. It's the brainchild primarily of Chris Hughes, a cofounder of Facebook and a principal behind the Obama social media effort.
For more of that history, check out the NY Times and LA Times articles:
How it works: You log into Jumo.com with your Facebook account. A quick survey helps steer you to organizations that match your interests or those of your friends, even your location if you want. Your Jumo home page and a weekly e-mail offer the latest news from those organizations including Twitter updates, YouTube videos, news articles and comments from Facebook friends. About 3,500 organizations are on the site at the outset but anyone "with a social or environmental mission" can create a page. Only those with tax-exempt status can solicit donations. Nonprofits will get a much better sense of who gives them the most support, Hughes said. Over time, he plans to make more information about Jumo users available to them. The site could potentially benefit smaller charities which don't have in-house social media experts.
What Jumo does not do: hit up users for money. At least not right away. Soliciting donations is a step that should take place once someone becomes more engaged in a cause, Hughes said.
A great look at Jumo comes from Beth Kanter and Steve MacLaughlin, true mavens of social networking for nonprofits:
Jumo helps connects people with issues and organizations on the first rung of the ladder of engagement, but the challenge will be how we cultivate relationships to bring people up that ladder to higher levels of engagement and involvement – from following and connecting to making donations to making change offline. My colleague, Evone Heyning, calls this "more sticky interactions." It will also be interesting to track how Jumo helps organizations and causes attract new supporters and what is required in terms of time commitment and strategy to be successful.
I feel that Jumo has enormous potential and I plan to use it a lot. However, I'll probably do so with GreatNonprofits.org, kind of a "Yelp for nonprofits" in that it's a repository of user ratings. That's important; while we connect people for the common good, we also need to protect people from bogus nonprofits, and there are a lot around these days. I guess the phrase might be "connect and protect."
Just to take another perspective, check out this commentary by Amy Sample Ward.


text:
Free 11 Plus Downloads
Here you will find a whole host of FREE 11 plus resources. From free 11 plus practice papers to 11+ tutorial videos and useful parental advice.
You can even profile your child's current 11 plus ability by taking our free 5 minute online test.
To access the FREE 11 plus downloads simply type your name, postcode and email address into the box below.
Tweets by @11plusKSOL
Practice Papers
Exam Advice
Free 5 Minute Online Test
Tutorial Videos
Free Week Trial
Exam Registration Process
Choosing a Secondary School
Recommended Reading List
Motivation and Goal Setting
Shirley (Solihull) Centre
Handsworth Centre
Sutton Coldfield Centre
Warwick Centre
Harborne Centre
Aylesbury Centre
Sale Centre
Altrincham Centre
Home | All About KSOL | 11+ Courses & Products | 11+ CEM Mock Exams | 11+ Workshops | Free 11+ Downloads | Prizes & Rewards | 11+ FAQs | Member Login
| Contact Us | Links
Terms Of Use
| Privacy Statement
Copyright 2010 by KSOL


text:
Featured Communities
San Marcos
Client Testimonials
Featured Properties Listings
1816 Scarlet Place, Chula V...
Best deal on the market!
$ 449,900
2947 Mesa Grove Fallbrook C...
Contact us today to schedule a view!
$ 750,000
The Vision Behind The Success
At Moser Realty Group our overall goal is to establish and instill a new way of thinking about the real estate market. As seasoned Real Estate Pro's it is our priority to remove the unnecessary complexities from the process, exceed expectations, and to create an overall positive experience for each and every client.
Client Testimonials
Our family has worked with Greg for 5 years now and we have bought and sold two homes with him. He is a specialist at getting people through the trials of buying and selling real estate while treating you more as a friend than a client. In all our transactions he has made the process very easy of us. Any time there was a problem, all we had to do was call Greg and he would handle it quickly and with professionalism.
Greg helped us sell and purchase a home in record breaking time! This was far beyond our wildest expectations especially in a down market. He is an expert in staging /marketing a home to sell and understanding his client's needs in purchasing one. As a result we got way more for our home then we expected (in less than 2 weeks on the MLS) and paid less for the home of our DREAMS! Greg only associates with the best in the business and will go to bat for you.
I have experienced Mr. Moser's services as a seller in 2011 and now a buyer in 2014. He made both occasions extremely simple that at times it was hard to believe how easy it was. He is professional and prompt. He is knowledgeable in his profession with exceptional work ethics. He is realistic to work with the buyer and seller to meet both needs.
We were referred to Greg through our lender as we were moving into a new area and needed someone with great knowledge of the market and area. We were so pleased by our entire experience with him. Greg was always available to answer our questions and listen to our concerns and what we were looking for in a home. Greg is by far the best real estate agent I have ever known.
About The Founder & CEO
Gregory A. Moser, President and founder of Moser Realty Group Inc., has always been a self-starter and understands the value of hard work. From construction work to emergency medicine to a local real estate and mortgage professional, Gregory has the experience to guide you through a successful transaction.


text:
The philosophy of English Premier League Chief Executive Richard Scudamore with regard to his universally scorned plan to play a round of EPL games in foreign cities around the world is similar to that of a small child hankering after an unfeasibly expensive toy. He seems to figure that if he bangs on about it for long enough, the world will give in just to shut him up.
of sport is here, it's been here for a while and this is just the next manifestation of it," Scudamore reiterated at a global sport summit in London Friday. "We knew the reaction would be somewhat
extreme and we knew it was going to be difficult, maybe not as quite as difficult, but clearly we have been looking at this for some time." Although the idea needed re-thinking, "in terms of playing
meaningful games abroad, hopefully it will happen within my lifetime, hopefully within my soccer administration career."
Chelsea Chief Executive Peter Kenyon said clubs had a duty to
support the league in trying to grow its global appeal, but the idea of the 39th game still had to be properly worked out because it "got out of the box without a proper rationale or way that it would
work." But nonetheless, he added, "it would be remiss of the Premier League not to evaluate it and is part of Richard's job to make sure the Premier League moves forward and we will be supportive of
Although it does depend on what your idea of "moving forward" is in soccer administration terms. Getting richer, or acting for the good of the game? [Exits to the sound of howls of
cynical laughter from soccer executives.]


text:
Briggs, making his first defence of the title, towered over the 32-year-old Russian but the 2000 Olympic silver medallist won a unanimous decision.
The judges scored it 119-109, 117-111 and 115-113 in favour of Ibragimov.
"Shannon Briggs is a very tough guy and I respect him but tomorrow I will wake up a champion," said Ibragimov.
The fight was originally scheduled for 10 March in New York but was postponed when Briggs went down with a case of pneumonia.
And the former champion claimed he was still feeling the effects, saying: "I have been taking all kinds of antibiotics. I couldn't train for the last two weeks.
"I really didn't want to fight, but if I pulled out they threatened to sue me and they would have stripped me (of the title)."
Ibragimov began cautiously but quickly found his range against the flat-footed Briggs and repeatedly caught the 35-year-old.
The bout, lacklustre throughout, was lit up in the ninth round when Ibragimov caught Briggs with a series of combinations and he knocked his opponent to the canvas in the following round.
Despite knowing only a knockout could save him, the Amercian failed to launch a late assault and the title went to Ibragimov.


text: Comfort Inn & Suites Madison East located just off the 90/94 Interstate on Madisons eastside. The hotel is close to the Alliant Expo Center, the Monona Terrace Convention Center, Ho Chunk Casino and the Wisconsin Dells. Just 4 miles from the Dane Co. Regional Airport we offer free shuttle service from 430am-11pm to airport and local business within 2 miles of the hotel. The hotel is across from Madisons largest shopping mall and restaurants and bars are within one mile. Guests of this hotel are invited to enjoy free deluxe continental breakfast, free parking, indoor pool with hot tub and exercise room. There is 3360 sq ft of meeting space and free hi-speed wireless internet throughout the hotel.


text:
Ericdress Plain Letter Print Short Sleeve Locomotive Men's T-Shirt
Ericdress Loose V-Neck Ruffle Sleeve Blouse
Here ericdress.com shows customers a fashion collection of current sterling silver cubic zirconia heart necklace.You can find many great items. They all have high quality and reasonable price. You can get big discount sometimes, because we always do promotions. If you need sterling silver cubic zirconia heart necklace,come here to choose. We give you good items and services.
Ericdress Hollow Feather Cubic Zirconia Ring
Ericdress Cross Heart Adjustable Silver Ring
Ericdress 925 Silver Heart Shaped Ring
Ericdress Silver Heart Shaped Opening Ring
Ericdress Romantic Crown Heart Ring
Ericdress Irregular Heart Zircon Ring
Classic Heart Shaped Delicate Ring
NSCD 2 Point Romantic Heart 925 Silver Ring
Ericdress Heart-Shaped Pendant Earrings
Ericdress Creative Peach Heart Ring
Ericdress Heart Shaped Opening Ring
Ericdress Double Layer Heart Shape Anklet
Cute Heart Decorated Alloy Female Ring
Ericdress Splendid Starlight NSCD Diamond Heart Ring
Ericdress Platinum Plated Heart Shape Ring
Romantic Heart Shaped SONA Diamond 925 Sterling Silver Engagement/Wedding Ring Set
Ericdress Rhinestone Crown Heart Open Ring
Ericdress Heart and Arrows NSCD Diamond Ring
Ericdress Hollow Diamante Heart Shape Open Ring
Hollowed Out Rhinestone Heart-Shaped Ring
Ericdress Heart With Arrow Open Ring
Charming Heart Shaped Hollow Out Ring
Ericdress Heart Shaped Design Pearls Opening Ring


text:
Samsung's upcoming HMX-R10 camcorder puts its lens at an unconventional angle in an attempt to provide a more comfortable recording position.
Oblique lens: Samsung HMX-R10 camcorder
• Discuss this post in our forums
2 responses to "Oblique lens: Samsung HMX-R10 camcorder"
…which works great until you want to shoot down low.
I do give them points for trying something different, though.
The gadget Show gave this a pretty poor review yesterday.


text:
Posted by James Kobielus on August 26, 2009
By James Kobielus
In any dynamic business environment, the last thing you want is to indulge in navel-gazing. If you're finely attuned to monitoring internal processes, but are not adept at responding to breaking events or anticipating the future, you will find yourself marginalized in the new global economy.
Posted by Connie Moore on August 21, 2009
By Connie Moore
I just got on Twitter yesterday. My Twitter handle is "cmooreforrester". Wow, what an experience. I had 54 followers in 24 hours, and now have 83 followers in 2 days. In honor of the occasion, I thought I would write the 50 things I know about BPM, in 140 characters or less for each entry. (OK, don't hold me to the 140 character count; I didn't count the actual sentence length.) Hope you enjoy it and get value from it. The 50 things I know about BPM:
Posted by Boris Evelson on August 13, 2009
By Boris Evelson
I typically don't like to comment on rumors, but this one is too juicy (from the BI point of view) to pass by. Even though TIBCO's business is primarily in application and process integration, enterprise service bus, middleware, messaging, etc., Business Intelligence implications of the rumored SAP/TIBCO merger are huge! By acquiring TIBCO SAP will get:


text:
Rugby league, we are often told, is a television game - an impression vindicated by the enormous ratings, which, as entertaining as Gus Gould's pre-game soliloquies might be, were the basis of the $1 billion media rights deal.
To justify their absence, NRL fans constantly argue you can see more on the telly than in the grandstand. Unless, like Mr Magoo or Blind Freddy, you are a video referee.
However, for the NRL, this weekend there are no excuses. With everything in its favour, surely the crowd for the preliminary final between the Bulldogs and the Rabbitohs at ANZ Stadium on Saturday night will exceed that of the AFL's corresponding match between Sydney Swans and Collingwood at the same venue on Friday night.
Some league diehards might claim that, by arguing the NRL finals should attract a significantly bigger audience than the AFL's, the native game is being set up to fail. However, where in the past the AFL has wielded the big weapons in the so-called battle of the codes - the consequence of its massive expansion war chest - this, surely, is a chance for the NRL to flex some muscle at the turnstiles.
Most pertinently, the Canterbury-Souths game should be a cracker. Des Hasler's Bulldogs are rested, ready and worthy favourites. But the manner in which the charismatic Rabbitohs responded to a listless flat defeat in Melbourne with an energetic, enterprising performance against Canberra was heartening. Promising enough, you would think, to convince the club's 22,000 members - and an army of closet sympathisers - to board the Homebush Express.
The Swans promise to give their loyalists something they love almost as much as Brett Kirk's sideburns - the chance to belt out ''Cheer, cheer, the red and the white …'' An 11-game losing streak against the Magpies stretching back to 2005 will ensure there is no complacency. But Sydney will face a Collingwood team that has just six days to recover from an arduous semi-final against West Coast and which, you suspect, will be emotionally flattened after the tragic death of former teammate John McCarthy, whose funeral they will attend on Thursday.
The venue provides no alibis. ANZ Stadium is home for both the Bulldogs and Souths. So, even allowing for the financially motivated geographical dislocation of the Rabbitohs, there should be no ''Manly factor'' - the travelphobia that resulted in just 36,000 turning out for the Bulldogs-Sea Eagles qualifying final.
Booking ANZ Stadium for Saturday night - thus forcing the AFL to alter its usual schedule, which would normally have had the Swans playing on Saturday - is a further advantage for the NRL. Fans seem far more reluctant to battle the traffic on Friday night to get from work or home to Homebush Bay, than on Saturday.
Collingwood's vocal throng usually ensures a strong crowd at ANZ Stadium - including the AFL record 72,393 in 2003 (the Swans and Magpies attracted 45,827 on a Saturday night last month). But Friday will also make it more difficult for fans to get from Melbourne to Sydney - and, despite the amusing stereotypes, some Collingwood supporters are beholden to their employers, not just their parole officers.
Significantly, tickets for the NRL final are much cheaper. Prices for the Bulldogs-Rabbitohs match range from $35 to $80, half that of those for Sydney-Collingwood ($70 to $160). You might justify this vast disparity by the extra length of an AFL game - add another half hour if they conduct a farcical goal review. However, with AFL fans able to watch all finals live, high prices have become an issue. Just 31,742 turned up for the Adelaide-Fremantle semi-final in Adelaide on Friday night.
To the NRL's artillery add Ben Barba versus Greg Inglis, the (literally) Hollywood romance of the Rabbitohs trying to reach their first grand final in 41 years and the extra promotion the game will receive in what remains - by a considerable margin - a rugby league city. Anything less than 60,000 for the Bulldogs-Rabbitohs would be disappointing. About 50,000 for Sydney-Collingwood is par. Although ANZ Stadium managing director Daryl Kerry said last night we could ''reasonably expect'' crowds of more than 60,000, ''possibly even higher'', for both games.
If the figures are reversed? Expect NRL fans to use that self-serving excuse: ''It's better on the telly.''


text:
Holiday Gift Giving – Dr. Mahaney's Top Five Pet Products for 2012
It's the most wonderful time of the year, again. Although I am more partial to warmer weather, I sure enjoy hearing the eponymous line from Andy Williams's classic holiday song, "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year."†
I have some product suggestions for you to consider while shopping for gifts for your pets this season, which I have chosen based on their ability to enhance pet well-being or safety. In 2011 I took a more species specific approach in writing Dr. Patrick's Top Five Canine Holiday Gifts. This year, I am considering both the needs of our companion canine and felines.
The Tröff hydration pouch promotes pet-safe hydration in a manner that reduces the likelihood that your pet will consume sources of hydration that are potentially contaminated with pathogens or illness causing agents — such as random bowls, public water sources, or puddles. Tröff has a gentle stream flowing out of a unique, twist off, one-way valve (patent pending).
Tröff shares some key facts on pet hydration:
"Every dog requires one to three ounces of water per pound of body weight each day. Water makes up 70%of an adult dog and approximately 84% of a newborn puppy's body. A dog can lose all of its fat and half of its protein and live. A simple 10% loss of body water will cause a serious state of dehydration."
Consistent hydration can improve our pets' health regardless of the harshness of their climate, degree of activity, or stage of illness or wellness.
The Tröff is especially beneficial for pet owners who travel. Whether you are hiking with Fido or flying with Fluffy, Tröff helps to ensure that hydration is maintained during times of stress, activity, or illness.
When empty, Tröff rolls up or folds for easy storage. The Tröff pouch is also eco-friendly, as each 17oz pouch is made from BPA free, FDA approved materials, and is reusable.
Doodie (Duty) Pack
As an advocate of veterinary and human public health, I'm especially focused on responsible pet ownership as it pertains to proper waste disposal. Cardiff and I are frequent hikers in Los Angeles's many canyons and I am frustrated by owners either not picking up their dog's poop, or doing so, yet leaving behind the bag with the intent to pick it up on their return journey (yeah right!).
Fortunately, Doodie Pack exists to help relieve your need to carry your dog's poop bag in your hand or pocket during a walk or hike. Additionally, Doodie Pack allows your dog to transport some supplies (extra poop bags, medications, snacks, etc.) which is useful during outdoor excursions. It could even hold your keys or cell phone.
Doodie Pack also provides coverage of the top and sides of your pet's thorax (chest), which can lend a calming effect in stressful situations, or even help reduce anxious tendencies.
Walk In Sync
Who loves when an out of control dog pulls you in all directions during a walk? Not me! Fortunately, I started Cardiff's training at an early age and taught him how to heel. Yet, as I am no longer Cardiff's only regular caretaker, rules are not always so well enforced during Cardiff's urban trek outings.
So, I was enthused to learn of and demo the Walk In Sync humane dog walking and training system, and to meet its creator, Alecia Evans, at BlogPaws 2012. The novel design comfortably straps around and under a dog's chest and neck while protecting the neck's delicate structures (trachea, esophagus, nerves, etc.). Additionally, the location of the clip to which the leash attaches is located in front of the dog's sternum (breast bone) and causes the body to turn to the side should your pooch pull ahead.
My clients who use the Walk In Sync harness have given positive reports as to the new-found joy in walking a calm canine.
PetSafe Lickety Stick
With nearly 54 percent of dogs and cats in the United States being overweight or obese according to the Association For Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP), it's vital that owners consider the adverse health effects that excess calorie consumption has for our companion canine and felines.
Often, when offering treats, pet owners don't recognize how easy it is to exceed a pet's caloric needs when not closely paying attention to recommended portion size. This is where the PetSafe Lickety Stick comes in as a healthy alternative, as it provides only 1 calorie in 10 or 20 feline licks.
It is a U.S.A. manufactured treat that contains all-natural ingredients and comes in a variety of tasty flavors for both cats and dogs. The Lickety Stick is portable and can easily travel with canine or feline owners seeking to capture their pet's attention in a stimulating environment.
The Lickety Stick has been helpful in my practice to distract a patient that is not readily settling down for a physical exam, acupuncture treatment, or injection.
As you all know, I am a big advocate of pet safety and strive to spread this message through my writing and other media projects. Yet, sometimes even I slip up. See Chocolate Toxicity Hits Home.
Properly identifying your pet with a collar, tag, and microchip is a basic tenet of responsible pet ownership. Being easily able to discern information about whom to contact should a pet get lost should always be prominently displayed on our pets, both inside and outside the confines of our homes.
This is where PetHub comes in, as each custom tag features a QR code that, when scanned, starts a series of events that increases the likelihood your pet will safely be returned. "When the tag is scanned with a smart-phone, the Good Samaritan sees all the information you have made public on your pet's profile," and progresses to more direct contact pending your level of PetHub subscription.
In using PetHub to identify a pet, your privacy is maintained, while vital contact information that is key to promoting your pet's safe return is revealed.
That's all for my perspective on 2012's top holiday pets gifts. Have a safe and fun winter holiday season.
Dr. Patrick Mahaney
†It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
Image: Boomer readily drinks from a Troff hydration pouch, by Dr. Mahaney


text:
ROSE ROYCE at the Marina del Rey Summer Concerts - FREE
Los Angeles County Department of Beaches & Harbors
Saturday, August 31, 2013 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (PDT)
Who's Going
San Francisco, California
London, United Kingdom
Florence, Italy
Event Details
Rose Royce is one of the most popular American soul and R&B groups, best known for several hit singles during the 1970s including "Car Wash," "I Wanna Get Next to You," "I'm Going Down," "Wishing on a Star," and "Love Don't Live Here Anymore."
Now in its 13th year, the Marina del Rey Summer Concerts present exciting classical and pop concerts each summer at the Burton Chace Park free to the public.
The 2013 concert season schedule:
July 11 - Classical Thursday: "OPERA BY THE SHORE"
July 20 - Pop Saturday: BILLY OCEAN
July 25 - Classical Thursday: RUSLAN BIRYUKOV (cello) - Dvorak, Safan, Bernstein, Grofe
August 3 - Pop Saturday: TAYLOR DAYNE
August 8 - Classical Thursday: ROBERTO CANI (violin) - Bruch, Dvorak, Strauss
August 17 - Pop Saturday: PONCHO SANCHEZ
August 22 - Classical Thursday: RUFUS CHOI (piano) - Rimsky-Korsakov, Tchaikovsky
August 31 - Pop Saturday: ROSE ROYCE
For parking, directions, and other details, see the CONCERT FLYER at:
When & Where
Burton Chace Park
13650 Mindanao Way
Marina del Rey,
Saturday, August 31, 2013 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (PDT)
Add to my calendar
Los Angeles County Department of Beaches & Harbors
The Department of Beaches & Harbors manages Marina del Rey harbor as well as 17 beaches along the Los Angeles County coastline, including world-famous Malibu, Zuma, Surfrider, and Venice Beaches. In addition to promoting and maintaining a clean coastline, the Department offers recreational programs at the Dockweiler Youth Center near Playa del Rey and at Burton Chace Park in Marina del Rey to serve the needs of the County's residents and visitors.


text:
a place for zinesters - writers and readers
Posted on December 28, 2012 at 6:33pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
I'm making a 'zine entitled "A Real Witch: Our Lady of Golden Hill." It has nine pages of text. There is a color Xerox inside cover (front and back) with a multimedia image (relating to themes in the text). The outer cover is made of color Xeroxed marbleized art paper (outside) and one collaged design element and a color Xerox of black sparkle paper (inside). It is stapled in the center seam. 8 1/2 x 11 copy paper.
It tells the story of Nancy Ann Wood (1745-1833) who was…


text:
A tearful but nice visit...
Headed back from the Apple store yesterday evening, I stopped in to talk to THE vet, Dr. Allen in Plain City, Ohio. You may recall me mentioning how Dr. Allen was the vet who saved my beloved "Shooter" at age 2 and he lived to age 15. If not, the short story is he saved Shooter after 2 others told me he was a goner & after all these years I still feel Dr. Allen is THE MOST brilliant vet out there.
When I walked in, there was a guy sitting on the bench with his (all) grey cat that was the same size as Shooter and had the same face (other than the bit of white Shooter had). I mentioned that he looked like my beloved Shooter and the nice guy said I could pet him if I wanted to. I did and it was great but very emotional too. It was SO nice of that guy to let me pet him. It was like a little visit with my baby again so of course I then lost it when I got back into my car. Gosh it is going on 6 years and I still bawl over losing that boy.
Treat your pets right! They are family members too. Why is it people "get it" when you lose a human family member but when you lose a furry one they say things like "it was ONLY a cat, just get another one"! I hate that phrase probably more than any other. Please people, be kind when speaking to someone who has lost a furry family member. Be caring and considerate, like that guy who let me blubber over his Shooter look-alike yesterday :)


text:
'Gravity' highlights personal adversity in deep space journey
By Mary Milliken
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Watching an astronaut tumbling into the void of deep space might make a mere mortal's own adversities seem rather small.
But "Gravity," a drama starring Sandra Bullock and showing in U.S. theaters on Friday, was born out of the setbacks suffered by one man in the midst of the last recession: its director and co-writer, Alfonso Cuaron.
The Mexican filmmaker had already achieved international success with films like "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" in 2004 and "Children of Men" in 2006. But in 2009, financing on a new film fell apart, leaving him in the lurch.
"That was just one element of a period of adversities that was striking my life," Cuaron told Reuters. "And sometimes adversities are like that. They come in big waves."
The 51-year-old filmmaker and son Jonas Cuaron, 30, decided they would not sit around licking their wounds, and quickly got to work on a script about adversity, weaving the theme through tense and gripping action. They soon settled on space, a fascination for the Cuarons.
"We said 'let's take a character in a very adverse situation' and we starting ping-ponging and this image came up of this astronaut just spinning into black emptiness," said Jonas Cuaron.
And that is pretty much how "Gravity" begins, with Bullock playing novice astronaut and engineer Dr. Ryan Stone alongside George Clooney as mission commander Matt Kowalski. Their space station is hit by debris from the demolition of an obsolete satellite, sending the two reeling into deep space with depleting oxygen and remote chances of returning to Earth.
Ryan Stone soon finds herself alone, drifting into the void, with a tragic backstory that diminishes her desire to get home. For Alfonso Cuaron, Stone is a "victim of her own inertia, living in her own bubble." Continued...


text:
Advanced Tracking Solutions (ATS) is a preferred Xirgo Technologies distributor of GPS hardware in the Machine-to-Machine (M2M) industry. ATS carries Xirgo Technologies' full product line.
ATS does global business from its location in Westlake Village, California. With customers around the world ATS can provide products to both domestic and international markets.
In the fleet management industry, On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) tracking devices are preferred due to their ease of use and features offered. ATS carries the best OBD tracking device on the market, Xirgo Technologies XT-2000 series. Today there are over 2 million XT-2000 devices deployed in the market. The high utilization numbers identify Xirgo Technologies as a leading M2M device manufacturer in the industry.
Complementing the XT-2000 Series is a robust GPS hardware product line including:
• XT-2150 Series
• XT-4000 Series
• XT-4500 Series
• XT-4700 Series
• XT-4800 Series
• XT-5000 Series
All of the M2M devices offer versatility designed for the numerous solutions in the industry. In addition to the features and options, each device is offered in 2G, 3G, and CDMA technologies. We work hand-in-hand with Application Service Providers and Xirgo Technologies to continually advance the GPS hardware to meet customer's ongoing needs as the industry evolves.
When it comes to M2M devices a low failure rate is vitally important. Xirgo Technologies has focused on building highly reliable products that application service providers and their customers can count on. ATS stands behind Xirgo Technologies products by offering a full one year warranty on GPS hardware. ATS is proud to partner with Xirgo Technologies to bring you the most advanced and reliable asset tracking devices on the market.


text:
"Why was I... bored?" … [Read more...]
Archives for April 10, 2010
Alissa Wilkinson on Tim Burton in Blunderland
April 10, 2010 by
Rod Dreher on Missing Walker Percy
April 10, 2010 by
Walker Percy:In my last novel, The Thanatos Syndrome, I tried to show how, while truth should prevail, it is a disaster when only one kind of truth prevails at the expense of another. If only one kind of truth prevails, the abstract and technical truth of science, then nothing stands in the way of a demeaning of and a destruction of human life for what would appear to be reasonable short-term goals.It's no accident that I think that German science, as great as it was, ended in the … [Read more...]


text:
Trends, fashion, celebrities, events, music, and all things only Vegas
Pool season is under way and no place compares to Las Vegas when it comes to poolside concerts and outrageously fun pool parties.
The Concert Series at The Cosmopolitan's Boulevard Pool features top musical acts all season. Upcoming performances include Band of Horses, Aloe Blacc, Yellowcard and Weezer. If you're hungry for some poolside barbecue, on Sunday nights you can enjoy music and good food with BBQ at the Boulevard.
You can also stick your toes in the sand and enjoy great music at Mandalay Bay Beach. Country star Gary Allan kicks off ths year's Beach Concert Series on May 11.
Of course, there's plenty of fun in the sun to be had at legendary pool parties such as Ditch Weekends at The Palms or Rehab at the Hard Rock Hotel.
For more unparalleled pool excitement, check out the Wet Republic ultrapool at MGM Grand, an alluring 53,000-square-foot complex combining a nightlife vibe with poolside pampering and relaxation. Or you can swim with the sharks, literally, at Golden Nugget's Shark Tank.
Other unique Vegas pool experiences include Bare Pool at Mirage, the Garden of the Gods pool complex at Caesars Palace, Liquid at ARIA and Go Pool at Flamingo.
Grab your suntan lotion, your sexiest swimwear and head to Vegas this summer and experience the biggest and best pool season on the planet!


text:
Hello, i'm looking for any updated maps of chile and argentina, thanks!
Can you one tell me if there are 3D buildings for South Africa?
I have found many links for the latest maps, but nothing for 3D buildings...
does anyone has the south american maps?
any one have middle east map 2015
does any one has iGO - South Korea maps?
I need Viet Nam map new. Please help me


text:
Reebok White 'Rayen' branded trainers
Item No.2830106161
Item No.2830106161
These white trainers from Reebok feature a panelled design with a pale grey toe and heel, with a red branded side logo and a blue ankle. They have a soft canvas design with lace fastenings and a ridged sole.
Sunday to Friday - order by 9pm
Saturday - order by 6pm
Monday to Sunday - order by midnight
Orders over £20 - FREE
Orders under £20 - £2
Show full delivery details
Subject to exceptions, Debenhams is happy to exchange or refund your purchase within 28 days of delivery. Please check here for more details on our returns policy and exceptions.
Open a Debenhams Credit Card today and receive:
Please note: if the amount you pay on your card is less than £500 after the 10% discount is applied, the 0% interest offer will not be available.
Credit available from NewDay Ltd to over 18s only
*Terms & Conditions apply.Find out more & apply now


text:
The Meadow
Its a red velvet cake. I covered it with green fondant to stick with the meadow scene. There are also wildflowers on the sides and on top. It has the quote "So the lion fell in love with the lamb" because it happened in the meadow and is a well known quote. This cake was made for the release of New Moon.
You May Also Be Interested In
No Comments Yet
Login To Leave A Comment


text:
Introduction to 3D
A comprehensive tutorial about getting started with 3D.
Creature Concepting in ZBrush
A comprehensive series utilising ZBrush, MODO and Photoshop
An ever growing selection of CG tutorials here on FlippedNormals
Our aim here at FlippedNormals is to bring you high quality CG tutorials. We strive to teach you why you should do the things you do and in what way it will help you improve your skill set.
Our CG tutorials range from core 3D tutorials like our Introduction to 3D to advanced techniques used in the industry. We try to be as diverse as possible so there will be something for everyone. Whether you're here for Maya, MODO or ZBrush tutorials there's bound to be something for you.
Check out our popular FlippedNormals Lighting Scenes which help present your model in the best possible way.
hours of content
Keep up to date with the latest tutorials
Check out our Twitter or Facebook. If you feel like there's something you would like to see in a future tutorial, send us an email and we'll see what we can do. If you have any other questions regarding the site feel free to check out our FAQ section, maybe your question has already been answered.
These are not the tutorials you are looking for ?
If you're not sure what you're looking for, or you've just forgotten where to find it. Try our super fast AJAX based search. Everything on FlippedNormals can be found this way. Simply click the icon in the top menu and type away.


text:
MET Permanently Protects Scenic Farm along Tubman Byway
The Maryland Environmental Trust (MET) and the Eastern Shore Land Conservancy have permanently protected 226 acres of farmland along the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway from development through a conservation easement.
"The area features large farms sweeping back to the tree line of forested areas that have remained unchanged since Tubman's time," said MET Director Elizabeth Buxton. "The farm evokes the period of the Underground Railroad and enables one to imagine the difficulty a slave had finding cover to avoid discovery."
The easement is located in Dorchester County near the community of East New Market. It consists of 181 acres of farmlands and 40 acres of woodlands, and includes extensive forested shoreline along Cabin Creek, a tributary of the Choptank River. This family farm is an integral part of the area's agricultural setting and provides travelers with scenic views of open fields backed by dense forests. The conservation easement will forever preserve the land's historic and scenic characteristics.
The Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway is a 125-mile, self-guided driving tour that shares the extraordinary stories of those who risked their lives to escape slavery in the 1800s. The byway connects some of the most pristine working landscapes found along the East Coast and captures the rural lifestyle and culture of family farming on the Eastern Shore. In March 2013, Maryland broke ground for the 17-acre Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park and Visitor Center located along the byway in Cambridge.
MET currently holds more than 1,050 easements totaling more than 129,000 acres in Maryland. Governed by a citizen board of trustees, MET is affiliated with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and promotes the permanent protection of land through its Conservation Easement, Stewardship and Land Trust Assistance Programs. For more information, visit dnr.maryland.gov/met.


text:
Hi guys,
New person here - thinking about joining you guys and buying an STS.
I've looked at a few, the one I'm thinking of is a 2007 V6 AWD, 1SB, FE1, with the navigation/15-speaker bose system. 85K kms, though it was originally a US car (seems it was owned by GM for the first little while, then it was imported north).
I saw the list of warranty repairs on the dealer's computer screen, nothing seemed too unusual. Rear axle seal early on, the driver's side door lock recently, etc. There was a GM preowned warranty that ended three weeks ago - I assume that's why the previous owner traded 'er in.
Any general advice? Things I should look for?
Two other things:
1) the tires seem to be nearly worn. Michelin LX4 or something like that. I've been doing some research, it seems like it's hard to get a good solid boring long-lasting all-season tire in the right size for these cars? Anything you guys would recommend?
2) just how bad is the fuel consumption on these?


text:
11,040,632 chances to help
During the 2008-09 academic year, Princeton students printed 11,040,632 sheets of paper on the OIT and Library cluster printers.Ā That's enough to stretch from Princeton to Salt Lake City. Every two years, Princeton students print out enough paper to blanket the 300 acres of Lake Carnegie from shore to shore, end-to-end.Ā
You can see how many pages have been printed so far this year on the OIT and Library cluster printers, and how many pages you yourself have printed, by visiting the Printer Management website.
Printing on campus has increased in the past several years.Ā How does using this much paper affect the environment?Ā Do we really need to print out quite so much?Ā
Since 2004, Princeton has been using only 100% post-consumer-waste (PCW) recycled paper for standard office needs, which includes all printing in the computer clusters and libraries. In 2007-2008, this measure alone saved 1,428 trees' worth of paper. However, recycled paper is not a panacea: its production still consumes precious energy resources and creates waste water and greenhouse gases.
It is up to us, the Princeton University community, to take the next step on the path to environmental sustainability. This website provides tips and suggestions to help you reduce the amount of paper you consume through printing every day. By working together to reduce our environmental impact, we can support our greater goal of Princeton in the Nation's Service, and in the Service of All Nations.
Why you should help: some perspectives on paper use
If stretched end-to-end, 11,040,632 sheets of paper would stretch for 10,120,579 feet, which is 1,917 miles (3085 km). This distance is nearly three-quarters the width of the United States.
Bill Burke '91 holds Princeton's 1-mile indoor track record. He can run a mile in 3 minutes and 58.7 seconds. If he could run continuously at that pace, it would take him more than five days to run the entire length of printed paper.
A ream of paper sits approximately two inches tall and contains 500 sheets of paper. This much paper would be 3,680 feet tall when stacked. By comparison, the tallest structures in the world are only about 2,000 feet tall. If we took these printouts and split them into seventeen stacks, each stack would still be taller than the 14-story Fine Hall building.
We could cover 165 acres with these printouts, which means that with four years' worth of printouts, we could cover the entire Princeton campus, including Lake Carnegie.
The environmental impact of this much printing is mostly due to the costs of producing the paper, in proportion to the weight of the paper produced. 400 reams of paper weigh one ton, and each ream contains 500 sheets. Last year, our printouts from the clusters and libraries weighed more than 55 tons.
The manufacturing process for this paper required 1,198 million BTU's of energy. That's enough energy to power thirteen homes for a year.
Manufacturing paper also creates waste water when the mashed wet pulp is dried into sheets. Producing this much paper results in approximately 572,550 gallons of wastewater, nearly enough to fill an Olympic-size swimming pool.
Finally, producing this paper released 188,920 lbs CO2 equivalents of greenhouse gases, comparable to the output of seventeen cars for a year.
By using 100% post-consumer waste paper for this printing, Princeton saved 1,428 additional trees from being harvested, or 204 tons of wood in terms of weight.
But this was only 20% of all the University's paper needs!
During 2007-2008, the University purchased a total of 53,279,500 sheets of paper — more than enough to blanket the entire campus, build 85 stacks taller than Fine Hall, or encircle the Earth every three years. Only 68% of that total was 100% PCW recycled paper. The rest, used for stationery, signs, posters, and so forth, also required trees to be chopped down.
Can our community truly afford to use that much paper every year? You do the math.
University paper usage statistics tallied from OIT and Library cluster printer engine and Uniprint counts.Ā Uniprint system instituted FY08; library printer tally data not available prior to FY08.Ā Additional sources:Ā [1] Lake Carnegie area estimated at 300 acres in Historical Photograph Collection AC605 finding aid, Seeley J. Mudd Manuscript Library.Ā [2] Burke track record documented in "Breaking 4:00", Princeton Alumni Weekly, May 14, 2008.Ā [3] Environmental impact estimates made in February 2010 based on 55.2 ton paper usage using the Environmental Defense Fund Paper Calculator.


text: Okay so im planning on getting an 04 wrx, considering my budget of about 12k sti's are too expensive for a 17 year old. Anyway the first things im probably gonna do is stage 2, accessport and TBE. ive read switching to Walbro 255 fuel pump is pretty popular but no too sure. any other suggestions on what else to do? btw where can i get the sti fog light covers? and would it cost alot to switch my tmic to the sti? and benefits? and how expensive would it be to get a used set of brembo calipers? thanks for the help guyys


text:
Anyone who is already totally addicted to Spotify but hasn't subscribed may well find the Spotify iPhone app (or Android counterpart) the nudge they require. However, despite its vast promise, we're not totally convinced that the mobile application and service combined yet justify a £10 subscription. This is another important step in the road, but there's still a long way to go before Spotify fulfils its true potential.
While I'd agree that Spotify for iPhone (or in my case iPod Touch)has a few rough edges, I can't help feeling that your review is a little grudging. It's pretty good value when you think what else it's possible to fritter away a tenner a month on, and I find the idea that I can knock myself up a playlist in minutes for offline listening quite mindblowing.
Incidentally, anybody with a 1st gen Touch might like to know that the maximum volume is set way too low - and of course there's no non-software volume control. The workround, kindly supplied by a Spotify wallah, is to fire up the YouTube app and ramp the volume up on that. Higher volume then transfers to Spotify somehow - takes a bit of trial and error to get it right, but it works.
I can't help but feel that if you already have a decent music collection then surely it would just be easier and cheaper to load that to your iPhone/Pod. As such £9.99 still feels very expensive to me. If you have zero music already, then I could see the appeal. Also, music I like I play on other formats (round the house, in the car, etc) where Spotify would be awkward to use, so I would still end up buying the music anyway.
I like the PC free version of Spotify but the subscription model doesn't work for me. If it included the ability to download high quality MP3's as well for "offline" use then maybe it would be worth considering.
Steve - I have to say I think you're taking a rather black and white view of this. I have a large music collection (some would say too large), but the world is still full of music I don't own, have no particular interest in buying but am still interested in listening to. I play my music collection in all the traditional ways according to mood and circumstance (and my Touch doesn't have room for even a tenth of it anyway), but Spotify is a great way of checking stuff out, making unexpected discoveries, having a random Van Morrison morning at my desk that I didn't know I was going to have when I was at home, etc. It really is like having your own radio station with no annoying gits yelling in your ear (unless that sounds like Van Morrison to you). Worth every penny of £9.99 IMHO. You pays your money...
MikeP - That is exactly what I use Spotify for - checking out stuff, etc. It's great for that. I just don't think it is worth paying £9.99 for. But as you say, you pays your money...
Spotify is just so overhyped by the tech press. Yes it is great as a free service on your PC. But I'd be surprised if more than 1% of users paid the subscription.
Wouldn't pay a tenner a month for it personally.
Can't any phone with a decent browser and connection use the ad-supported We7.com instead for free?
I ditched Napster for Spotify purely for this app and heres my tuppence worth.
I dont want this to turn into a "my dads harder than your dad" type argument but I own 500 or so albums and still find a great use out of subs based music. Spotify also provides me with a way of ultimately saving money by being able to listen to whole albums on the iPhone (or pc) before taking the plunge. I spend a fortune on physical cd purchases, always have and always will and to me it is great being able to save some pennies. Not to mention a great way to have a "jukebox" for house parties - I dont own and never wish to own 90% of the UK charts but its handy for the girlfriend and her mates for example.
There are some issues with the app though (in my opinion):
1. I like the desktops artist radio (when available) as well as some of the other info you get.
2. Surely future versions could utlise a home page type thing on boot up? Could show recommendations, whats new, etc
3. Also, I regularly commute through an area that drops out of the 3g network for large periods, not to mention O2s occasional network issues and I would like to have seen some sort of way of queuing searches - it could work in a similar fashion to safaris use of multiple internet windows. My reason for this is during the 1 week or so I have used it I can think of dozens of times I ultimately forgotten what Im wanting to look for because I can only search one at a time and only when connected.
4. Adding tracks to playlists via app isnt very intuitive. I often find the quickest way is to interrupt what you are listening to to get an individual track onto an existing playlist.
My other problems concern Spotify in general. The shuffle function is nowhere near iTunes standard (lost count of the times a track has been repated before every playlist track has been played). Also, recommendations arent quite up to speed or extensive enough yet but this is something that comes over time.
Apologies for the lengthy comment and I know its mostly gibberish but in short the app does feel a little rushed but Id expect some big changes in future updates via user feedback.
Oh, and Id like to add that the catalogue sizes between Napster and Spotify was a big concern of mine but of all the 80s-00s searches my girlfriend and I did (mostly indie, electronic, and cheesey guff) it was very rare to find tracks that were not on both. The only track of the top of my head was Pure Imagination from the Willy Wonka soundtrack! (which I couldnt find on Spotify)
More information -
Trusted Reviews is part of the Time Inc. (UK) Ltd Technology Network
Get TrustedReviews' award-winning reviews and advice delivered to your inbox for free!


text:
I look forward to taking your suggestions to the make-up counter this weekend.
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Lipstick Jungle
I look forward to taking your suggestions to the make-up counter this weekend.
3 comments:
I have never really been a lipstick fan, but I think this post just inspired me to give it a try! What's your favorite brand?ReplyDelete
I am SO glad to have found fellow GA peach & teacher's blog! I nominated you for the Liebster Award :) Be sure to check it out!
PS. I'm wearing my earrings for a 2nd time today :)
I'm glad you like the earrings and are having fun wearing them! Thanks so much for the Liebster Award!! I'm honored!ReplyDelete
I just found your blog from the It List, hence the 2 mos. late comment. :) I like Clinique - you can try before you buy, which is crucial. Their Different Lipstick is typically more see-through- a light, but pretty option. They also have Almost Lipstick, which is another good option. I haven't tried their chubby sticks yet, they might also fit the bill. And they have plenty of shades that are 'gentle' - won't be a drastic transition for you. :) Have fun!ReplyDelete


text:
You have searched for Duleep Singh
in the news | LAST UPDATED : Jun 28, 2017, 11.41PM IST
- Saif Ali Khan: Amrita Singh and I are on the same page about Sara's acting debut
Actor Saif Ali Khan says he is "fully supportive" of his daughter Sara's acting ambitions. He has clarified that rumours suggesting that he and his former wife Amrita Singh are on different pages regarding the issue, are "fictitious".
- Amrita Singh displeased with Saif Ali Khan's comments on Sara's debut
Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh's daughter Sara Ali Khan has been in the news for her upcoming movie opposite Sushant Singh Rajput in Abhishek Kapoor's 'Kedarnath'. Saif was quizzed about his feelings towards his daughter's debut, just like every doting father, he expressed his nervousness.
- Ankit Singh injured on Peshwa Bajirao sets, fights for compensation
Actor Ankit Singh who was roped in to play the role of Bajirao's best friend on the show Peshwa Bajirao had an accident on the first day of his shoot. The actor injured himself during a horse riding sequence and broke his right arm.
- Give full freedom to Army to deal with situation in JK: Mulayam Singh Yadav
Samajwadi Party patron Mulayam Singh Yadav on Monday said the Army should be given full freedom to deal with the situation prevailing in Kashmir. Kashmir Valley has witnessed a spurt in attacks by militants and protests by civilians against security forces.
- SOG cops gun down wanted gangster Anandpal Singh in Churu
State's most-wanted gangster Anandpal Singh was shot dead in a fierce gun battle with special operations group (SOG) of Rajasthan Police in Malesar in Churu district on late Saturday night. SOG IG Dinesh MN confirmed the death of the gangster who had been on the run since 2015.
- 300 Sikh pilgrims head to Pak for Maharaja Ranjit Singh's death anniversary
As many as 300 Sikhs will leave for Pakistan to observe the death anniversary of Maharaja Ranjit Singh on June 28 even as Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) cancelled its plan to send the jatha (group of pilgims) to the neighbouring country after the Union government refused to take responsibility for their security.
- 4 days to reply to Rs 684-crore tax notice: Navjot Singh Sidhu
Following the tax evasion notice to Fastway, a cable network operator in Punjab, local bodies minister Navjot Singh Sidhu on Saturday issued a four-day ultimatum to all cable operators to furnish requisite documents on permissions to use 'municipal properties' as well as taxes paid by them.
- Trivendra Singh Rawat lists CBI probe in NH scam as major success
Chief minister Trivendra Singh Rawat, who is set to complete 100 days in office on June 25, said in an exclusive interview with TOI that the BJP's promise of "zero tolerance against corruption was finding a connect with people" and that he would list among his biggest achievements on completion of 100 days in office the CBI probe on the NH-74 scam, which Union surface transport minister Nitin Gadkari was reportedly against
- BJP MP Bhagat Singh Koshyari red-flags Rs 7 crore Om-shaped bridge in its final stages at Haridwar
The work on Rs 7 crore Om-shaped bridge, which is in its final leg of construction on the Upper Ganga canal in the thick of the holy city, has been stopped and it may not see the light of day after former CM and BJP MP Bhagat Singh Koshyari red-flagged the project on Friday, saying it was a "threat to the security and privacy" of a nearby government guest house


text:
The Detroit Lions aren't saying much about the status of quarterback Matthew Stafford's separated right shoulder. But coach Jim Schwartz said Friday that Stafford will be getting the shoulder looked at on Monday by the dean of NFL orthopedic specialists.
Stafford will fly to Alabama for a visit with Dr. James Andrews.


text:
Fourth of July Came Early!
SAVE up to 20%
Use Code: FLAG20
*Some exclusions apply. Only for a limited time.
Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. EST
Saturday - Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST
Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Today's contemporary and modern lighting style is personified by simple yet sophisticated finishes and forms. What it lacks in ornamentation, it makes up for in bold geometry. These innovative styles also maintain a rare balance of attributes, making them a popular choice among today's most discerning homeowners.


text:
Conflicts today are increasingly lingering affairs
and they tend to spread and proliferate. The resulting economic damage
is incalculable. The ICRCs funding needs have increased dramatically
in recent decades. Despite the support of donor governments, the organizations
requirement for private sector support is greater now than ever before.
The ICRC Corporate Support Group consists of businessmen,
Swiss companies and foreign firms operating in Switzerland who wish to
help the ICRC by making a major financial contribution to its Foundation.


text:
Just when you thought this frosty peach lace stunner was all sweetness and sugar-pop, the little coral bow and the superbly cheeky bum brings just the right amount of soul.
Please know that we do not share or sell the personal information of our customers with anyone. See
Privacy Policy


text:
$ 7.19 $ 7.99
Fresh breath and healthy gums with kissable all natural Vanilla flavored toothpaste. Great tasting tartar control formula contains vanilla and tea tree oil. Brushing your dogs teeth consistently will result healthier teeth, clean breath and ward off periodontal diseases.
No page specified. To populate this tab, choose which page you wish to display in Theme Settings under the Product Pages heading.


text:
clear the drain!
my bathroom drains clog up every 1-2 months,requiring a good dose of Drano. I don't think they should clog that often,but I guess I'll live with it. :) anyway,right now the plumbing is taken apart t'ill I get my new faucets installed and I thought I'd take the opportunity to maybe clean the rdain pipes a bit. I could put a hose in the drain pipe and blast water in there or maybe since I've got a compressor I could blast in some air. is that harmful to the drain pipes? should I just leave it alone?
BTW: there are 2 sinks in the bathroom,that drain into a common drain pipe. this may be where it's clogging. don't know but I DO know that when the bathroom was "done over" 20 years ago, pro's did the work so I assume it was done correctly.
Drains clog unless you only run water down them. Soap, hair, whatever eventually builds up and causes a clog. There are several EZ things you can do to prevent this from happening.
- Use a hair trap - it also will collect soap scum. Yeah they aren't pretty, but since I've been using one on my tub I haven't had a clog. And you can always hide it when company comes over.
- on a periodic basis run a good amount of HOT water through the pipes. I do this about once a month with a large pot full of scalding hot water (more often for my kitchen sink).
Good luck.
mmm! draino.I make part of my living from people who think draino will fix a underlying problem, cable the line and clean it correctly once and for all.
it's clogging right at the wall. I'll take Leah's advice and pour scalding hot water in the drain periodically.
BTW: I also ran a "snake" in the drain for good measure:thumbsup:
Did you pull anything back?
Liquid Plumber and Drano are horrible for your pipes but great for my wallet! every time they are used a little bit of the pipe is eaten away and eventually you will have a leak
What I like for sinks and the tub would be something like Biochoice or other natural enzyme that eats the soap scum... With out the scum hair will naturally pass by unless it gets caught on something (ex-Pop up assembly)
What I hate besides the two mentioned above- Anti-bacterial soap! It kills all the bacteria that would have feasted on the drain soap! All bacteria is not bad!
As far as Hot Water in the kitchen sink... Works great unless you have grease in the line... If you do be careful because this could actually cause grease to become a liquid and then solidify causing a blockage... hmmm wonder what would happen if you put dish detergent in with the hot water
hey Doc, you saying the folks at "Draino" are lying when they claim that "Draino is safe for your pipes"?:no:
I snake lines, but if it's a good chunk of hair you could use Zonk it's sold at home depot, it works great at burning the hair out. Just remember to use it in a ventilated room or better yet pour it down an leave for 15 minutes after which you can let the hot tap run an purge the line. It's not a product is be used all the time only when it's really thick.
Couple things I know about Draino
1- It burns
2- I have had a cable that was not rinsed after being used in Drano start to deteriorate.
3- It warns you not to have children, hands or face around this chemical when being used
I will not get into a battle over what they claim but I know when my guys do drain cleans they wear heavy gloves and a shield because of those chemicals
I do not like putting a chemical in a tub that I will bathe a child in.... Just my preference
If I am going to use something to help with clogs I use
vegetative liquid bacteria solutions
Preferred method for me is jetting
drains with draino cost more to cable, hard on equipment, dangerous for operator
|All times are GMT -5. The time now is 01:48 PM.
vBulletin Security provided by vBSecurity v2.2.2 (Pro) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2017 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.
User Alert System provided by Advanced User Tagging (Pro) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2017 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.


text: Hi. I have a FR7 Spanish Mauser. It's in very good to excellent condition, but it has one major drawback: It closed on a commercial .308WIN no-go gauge. It did not close on a field gauge, however. My local gunsmith said that it was safe to shoot but only with 7.62x51 rounds that had been reloaded to 7x57 Mauser pressure standards. Since I am more interested in shooting, at this point, than reloading, I am willing to get rid of the rifle. However, I am not unaware of the fact that these FR7s are relatively rare. Yet, not too many people want them because of their 93 actions and the fact that they're in 7.62x51 caliber. In this excellent condition, but with excessive headspace, what do you think the rifle's worth? http://www.thefirearmsforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=13648&stc=1&d=1182948316 FR7(1).jpg


text:
Kildeer, IL, USA < change city >
Florists (107)
Bands (94)
DJs (84)
Wedding Day Beauty (64)
Caterers (57)
Cakes (47)
Limos (36)
Videographers (32)
Invitations (32)
Wedding Fashion (25)
Coordinators (23)
Ceremony Musicians (20)
Rentals (18)
Officiants (18)
Decorations (15)
Ceremony Sites (254)
Reception Sites (190)
See All Vendors >
JOE AND CARLY'S WEDDINGAugust, 2012 in Long Grove
"Our wedding was exactly what we planned. Every vendor we worked with listened to what we wanted and followed through. The wedding mapper was great for our guests. We provided a map for all of our hotel guests so they could easily get from one site to the other."
We'll email them to see if they can answer your question.Requires Login
You must log in before you can send this couple a question. Log in here.
If you do not have an account, you can register a new account here.
We do this to ensure that the couple does not get emailed needlessly.
Ceremony: Long Grove Community Church
Reception: Concorde
Requires Login
You must log in before you can save anything to your wedding notebook Log in here.
If you do not have an account, you can register a new account here.
- Band: Enchanged Evening DJ
- Limo Company: Cosmopolitan Limousine Service
- Florist: Fleur du Jour
- Wedding Day Beauty Vendor: Avalon Salon and Spa
- Ceremony: Long Grove Community Church
- Hotel: Hampton Inn & Suites
- Reception: Concorde
Enchanged Evening DJ1104 Nerge Rd
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007, US
"On time. Set up was great. Our DJ did not have an important song that was requested and the first dance took way too long."
Fleur du JourLong Grove, IL, USA
"Amazing. The flowers were beautiful and exactly what the bride wanted. Kate was a great listener and stayed within our budget. She was so wonderful to work with and added every last detail that we asked for."
Limo Company:
Cosmopolitan Limousine ServiceLong Grove, IL, USA
"Excellent. We used an antique car to transport the bride and groom. It was in pristine condition. We also provided a 25 passenger shuttle bus for the wedding party. They were prompt and very professional."
Wedding Day Beauty Vendor:
Avalon Salon and Spa20530 North Rand Road
Deer Park, IL, United States
"Perfect. Allowed us space for appetizers and refreshments. Did hair and makeup for 8 bridesmaids and mother of the bride. Amazing."
Long Grove Community Church1110 Robert Parker Coffin Road
Long Grove, IL, United States
"Perfect. The rehearsal was thoroughly organized and the ceremony was a perfect reflection of the bride and groom. Very accommodating."
Concorde20911 N Rand Rd
Kildeer, IL 60047
"Perfect. This venue is spotless! The food was AMAZING. We had many compliments saying it was the best wedding dinner they have ever had. Extremely organized and accommodating. Did everything we asked for. No need to higher a wedding coordinator for the day. EXCELLENT!"
Hampton Inn & Suites21660 Lake Cook Rd.
Deer Park, IL
"Very good. They had 3 weddings staying at this hotel and they were thoroughly prepared. There is a nice room available after the wedding for guests to gather. We had pizza's delivered and enjoyed the use of this space!"