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The Supermoon stuff? AGAIN?
You may've seen some folks writing about this weekend's so-called Supermoon. I suppose I'm not surprised, but it's still irritating. Why? Because it's just hype (and to get this out of the way immediately, will have no real effect on the Earth, either). Here's the scoop.
This weekend, on the night of May 5/6, the Moon will be full. This happens every 29 days or so when the Moon is opposite the Sun in the sky, and we see its face fully illuminated.
As it happens, the Moon's orbit is elliptical, and so sometimes the Moon is a bit closer to the Earth than other times. Every now and again the Moon is full when it's also closest to Earth — the point in its orbit called perigee. May 5th is one of those times.
What does this mean? Well, it means the Moon is closer, so it will appear a bit bigger and brighter than usual. But here's the thing: you'd never know. Seriously, to the eye it'll look exactly the same as it always does when it's full. The Moon is actually pretty small in the sky — if you don't believe me, go outside tonight, find the Moon, and hold your thumb up at arm's length next to it; it'll easily cover the Moon entirely (my thumb is 2 – 3 times wider than the Moon). A small change in its size is something that's really hard to see.
To be specific, according to Fourmilab, the Moon will be 356,953 kilometers from Earth when it's full. However, last month, on April 7, when it was full it was about 358,313 km away. That's a difference of 1400 km, less than 1%. So really, the size of the full Moon this weekend won't be any different than it was last month, and no one was writing about it then. And to show I'm not being biased, take a look at when the Moon was full near apogee — the most distant point in its orbit. That'll happen in late November of 2012, when it'll be at a distance of 406,364 km. That's still only a difference of less than 14%.
That's a pretty small change, not enough to notice by eye. To see the difference in this weekend's full Moon, you'd need to take a picture and compare its size to how it looks at some other full Moon. The picture above shows that pretty well (click to enlunenate). You can see the difference between perigee and apogee Moons there easily, but that's because the Moons are side-by-side. This weekend, with the rising Moon all by itself in the sky, you have nothing to compare it to. It'll look the same as it always does (and don't confuse the rising Moon looking huge due to the Moon Illusion with this Supermoon silliness).
That hasn't stopped some news venues touting this as a "Supermoon". I'm seeing it on websites, on Twitter, and getting email about it, and like I said, it's irritating (and I'll add the idea for this whole as well as the term "Supermoon" were started by an astrologer, so draw your own conclusions there). I'm all for encouraging people to go out and look at the Moon, but it shouldn't be under false pretenses. I mean, c'mon: it's the Moon! It's bright and silvery and lovely and you can see features with your naked eye and with a telescope you'll see tons more!
Even though it's not super, the Moon isn't exactly mild mannered either. So if you can, go out and look. Not just this weekend, but any time! Use a telescope, or binoculars, or just go and look anyway. Because it's pretty, and it's ours, and it's always worth a look.
Image credits: Apogee/Perigee: Anthony Ayiomamitis; Rising Moon: me!
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Try being a bit more sensitive just because I am little larger does not mean when I moon someone it is super. Oh you mean the moon in the sky.
OK, so Supermoon is fiction. What about Batmoon, Spidermoon, and all the other superhero-moons?
Better than that "Mars as big as the moon!" crap that circulates every so often. But, not by much.
Alan: I'm a fan of Doctor Manhatmoon.
I took this "super moon" talk to mean that it is both full and at its closest, not just that it is closest. Your article seems to focus only on the size change, while you do say "every now and then" with regards to the full/close concept, and the rest of your article is ripe with data, it would have been nice for you to include (certainly to someone such as myself who literally just bought his first telescope and has so much to learn) information on just how often or what the odds are that this happens.
When you say, "That's still only a difference of less than 14%." it strikes me as thought you may be a little jaded… and this entire article comes off as elitist. If anything, I would have thought – the astrology roots notwithstanding – that it would be a great, accessible way to promote the amazing nature of the universe in all of its statistical glory.
You could have just as easily spun the article in the oposite direction – emphasizing that the moon is a whole 14% larger (in what other discipline would a professional dismiss a 14% change in a measure?) and only happens [so often], especially while full!
In short, have you lost your taste for simple wonder? That is not a very inviting notion to a budding amateur astronomer.
"Always worth a look" can't be emphasized enough, especially because from one night to the next you get a slightly different view. It's like 29 astronomical objects in one!
Doctor Manhatmoon is cool, but Ironmoon is better
Alan – your comment made me hear something in my head. (Spoken/sung as from the old TV Series) "Wonder Womoon!"
Supermoon's nemesis is Lex Lunar.
I'm going to hang out at Royal Hope Hospital and hope Smith and Jones show up. Then I might actually go *to* the Moon. Now *that* would definitely be "super".
So when is the moon getting blown out of orbit so this will stop coming up?
If it persuades more people to look up at night and interested in Astronomy, then I say let people call it what they want.
You know, the moon just wants to have his day. Let him feel super. It will be good for his self esteem. Why you gotta take that away from him?
It's okay, Moon, *I* think you're superduper.
@ bryan #8
yeah, except there's nothing more stifling to budding interest than disappointment, and those who might go to look at the moon expecting it to be spectacularly different than last time they saw it will probably be disappointed and never bother to look again.
Two weeks later, when the Moon is new and in eclipse, it's also at apogee. So it's smaller. That's why it's (at best) an annualar eclipse. It's not big enough to cover the Sun.
So Mars is bigger than the Moon, which isn't as large as the Sun… Jeez. No, no! It's an Opportunity (that's the Spirit). It's a teaching moment.
If you think the moon will look big consider that when the moon formed it was munch closer to the Earth and would have been very big in the sky. It might have caused massive tides on Earth at this time . The moon is slowly drifting away form the Earth ,but it won't leave orbit before the sun becomes a red giant.
@Doug, while I'm willing to trust Phil's conclusion that 14% won't make a difference, I too am left wanting a little bit more. It's true that 14% seems significant in most scientific venues, especially here when gravity is inversely proportional to distance squared! I would have liked to have seen some calculations (similar to those that show how constellations have no physical effect on Earth-bound humans) that show the difference in tidal forces from perigee to apogee, and WHY the "Supermoon" can't cause earthquakes and other natural disasters.
I'm looking at it from the perspective of a photographer. I'm planning on (weather permitting) getting some good shots of it as it comes over the horizon. That 14% makes a difference when you're looking at it on the horizon.
@Doug (the new astronomer) and Jay29: I have to agree with you, this article seems jaded and elitist. Like the author is going, ho-hum, the moon is going to be full and at closest approach, no big deal. I have also just purchased TWO advanced telescopes and am getting back into an old hobby that I can now actually afford – both in terms of time and money. My fascination with the cosmos that can be viewed or photographed with a decent telescope (or the naked eye for that matter) has been renewed and I'm about to embark on a period of extended rediscovery of the objects out there that should be fascinating to everyone.
I'm a member of the Cincinnati Astronomical Society and Saturday the club is hosting a big public outreach, inviting them to view the moon through a variety of instruments. And we've termed it a "Super Moon" event at the request of the local TV stations touting it. Sometimes ya gotta catch the people's imagination and attention. Any chance to view the moon is a pretty awesome moment that most folks take for granted.
I second Doug (#4). Why not celebrate this as a great marketing opportunity for astronomy? Get the kids to turn off the Xbox for a few minutes and go look at the moon. People love events, even somewhat contrived ones, and there's nothing at all wrong with using such an event to further a worthy cause. Phil, you're starting to sound like just another cranky old guy who looks for any chance to pounce on someone who doesn't see things as you do. There are no facts in dispute, there's no pseudoscience to debunk, it's just the moon being full and close at the same time. Can't we have fun with it?
In short, have you lost your taste for simple wonder? That is not a very inviting notion to a budding amateur astronomer.
Did you miss the part at the end where he encouraged you to go out and look at the moon because the moon is always awesome?
Which smacks more of losing the taste for simple wonder: "Look at the moon because the moon is always cool and fun to look at" or "Let's only look at the moon because it's a rare supermoon! Not that crummy, regular moon."
That's the "false pretenses" he was talking about. The moon will not be noticeably different than any other day. If you're just excited about this event you'll be disappointed — like my Mom was when she told me she went to look at the Blue Moon and it wasn't blue. 😛 If that's what it takes to get you to go look at the moon and you enjoy it, then fine (Phil says this), but you should enjoy the moon for what it is, not for what hyped-up crap the news says about it.
Thanks, Phil. I realized right before you posted that you included links to the details.
Doug and Jay29, you may want to read through the related articles links at the bottom of this article. Phil has covered this subject a good many times and much of the detail you are looking for is covered in them.
Doug, the particular configuration of full moon and perigee being coincident occurs every 14 lunar cycles, there are 12.37 lunar cycles in a year so this happens slightly less often than once a year. the reason Phil comes of a little exasperated is because every once in a while fox news or some crank try to link the "supermoon" to natural disasters when there is absolutely no mechanism that hasn't been present at least once in the 13 months and as far back in history as you can be bothered to calculate without triggering anything and yet it keeps coming up time and again. (It gets even sillier when you notice that no one ever gets excited about new moon at perigee even though that would produce even larger tides and therefore presumably trigger even more natural disasters if there were any link between tides and natural disasters, which there isn't..)
@Doug & Joy29
I think you're missing the point – it really isn't 14% – it really only 1% difference when compared to last month or next month. The vast majority of people do not walk around with the average or minimum size of the moon memorized.
Oddly enough "The Moon Illusion" (Google it) has a much greater effect on the appearance of the Moon than its actual diameter.
@Kaessa – its not really that important…a zoom or telephoto lens can make a much bigger difference in how the moon appears in frame.
I have to agree with Phil. Overhyping astronomy can be just as harmful when you lead people to believe they are going to see something different and unusual. Clearly, there is going to be little noticeable difference. I am all for making Moongazing fun and exciting, but not with misleading and/or incorrect information. Take the hype over Betelgeuse for instance. I cannot tell you how many times I have heard people tell that Betelgeuse is going to supernova tomorrow and will turn night into day. Even my own girlfriend told me that (now my ex because apparently I am such a buzzkill).
Worse than hyping something people won't even be able to see, if you use this for publicity, you risk the media recycling content and experts from the last time something called Super Moon made news. At best the distinction will be lost on most of them and rehashing is business as usual in an election year anyway, at worst they already know they get better readings with sensationalist bull than they do with science.
Phil, you're right. I jumped at you a little too hard with the elitist comment and I apologize. It was just something I felt at that moment but which dissipated when I re-read the article – and after I spoke.
My bet is that people WILL see something different and unusual because they rarely take the time to look at it otherwise. Making them THINK it's bigger may cause them to see things they never saw looking at the "smaller" moon.
BTW, there are posts all over Facebook about this SUPER MOON appearing larger than ever. Thus the hype grows…
Doug: emphasizing that the moon is a whole 14% larger, and also other commenters:
The moon is not in fact 14 percent larger than it would be at perigee. It appears to be 14 percent larger.
The moon growing and shrinking in size would be a big deal. Its appearance in the sky really isn't, especially since there's no discernible difference from one month to another. It's a cool visual effect if you take the time to compare it to the last time this happened, but it's just silly to link it to tides, volcanoes, earthquakes, etc.
Last year when the super-Mars thing was going around, some friends of mine repeated the canard that tit would be as big as the moon. I was a little short with them as I pointed out NO; it's only about twice Luna's diameter, and still about 100 times as far away, even at it's closest approach. I think they were annoyed at being corrected, but I couldn't let it lie.
Kevin Kirby @ 3 wrote
Better than that "Mars as big as the moon!"
Only marginally, and August will be upon us again, soon. So, here we go again.
I see no harm in the "Super Moon" moniker. I've always used it as a way to refer to the full Moon at perigee. It's no different to me, than referring to the "Harvest Moon" as the full Moon closest to the September Equinox.
If nothing else, they're great arbitrary terms to refer to a specific full Moon.
Plus, I agree with some of the others that it's a great way to spark a conversation about the cosmos. Conversations regarding the cosmos generally become very involved and evolve substantially from the original discussion, all the while giving me a chance to plug the awesomeness of the Universe.
For me, rather than rolling my eyes and becoming frustrated with those that don't understand what the Super Moon is, I use it as an opportunity. Being smug might have its place, but in my opinion it's wasted here.
I'm sure the Super-Moon will circulate every year now, until finally enough people realize that it doesn't look any different than every other full Moon.
@Jay29 (#15) – Hah! Zombie Phil!
@Jay29 (17): You make an excellent point about the effects on the tides. Since the tidal 'force' is dependent on the inverse cube of the distance (you calculus junkies will understand this since the tidal 'force' is basically the derivative of the inverse-square gravitational force), the lunar tides from the perigee moon will be 42% greater than the lunar tides from the apogee moon! The total tide is the sum of the lunar and solar tides, with the solar tide being about half the lunar tide, so the total tide will still be about 30% greater for the perigee full moon than for the apogee full moon.
Now, I would consider that a sizable effect, especially if you live near the Bay of Fundy!
I know… Use the "supermoon" hype to get people out to some astronomy club's meeting. Show them the Moon through everything from "super-duper" telescopes down to binoculars, so they can use something they may have at home. Show them the wonders.
Then, end it with "And you know what? You can see a full Moon every month! And take a look every day, and notice the changes in the shadows. Notice the mountains and the craters. And when you're done looking at the Moon each night, check out the million other things up in the sky."
Yes, Ken (#34)!
Well I dunno I'm all for popularizing astronomy but the ends don't justify the means. Is this what we've come to – the only way to promote science and astronomy is with exaggerations and fabrications?
KC (#36), I don't think anyone is advocating for fabrications or exaggerations. Saying that this full Moon is the closest one we'll see all year isn't a fabrication nor an exaggeration. When I talk to people about the Super Moon I generally explain it like Phil did above, but I just ditch the "Ugh!" and substitute with, "Cool, huh?!"
The moon is always super!
Well, I don't know about you, but I'm going to listen to the Moonlight Sonata and enjoy it as it rises before sundown. The moon always looks better when your listening to certain types of music. But of course, a scientist wouldn't know that sort of thing.
Enlunenate! My new favorite word, thanks.
@17 Jay29
As well as Phil's excellent links there's
14% of an object that appears half the size of your outstretched finger is not going to make an observable difference.
Care to give me ONLY 14% of your yearly income Phil? You can't tell the difference!
Seriously, it gets people talking about the moon, and it isn't false. The moon is larger!
Rob @31: 'The moon is not in fact 14 percent larger than it would be at perigee. It appears to be 14 percent larger. The moon growing and shrinking in size would be a big deal.
David Niven's autobiography was called 'The Moon's a Balloon'. This explains everything.
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@Doug, while I'm willing to trust Phil's conclusion that 14% won't make a difference, I too am left wanting a little bit more. It's true that 14% seems significant in most scientific venues, especially here when gravity is inversely proportional to distance squared! I would have liked to have seen some calculations (similar to those that show how constellations have no physical effect on Earth-bound humans) that show the difference in tidal forces from perigee to apogee, and WHY the "Supermoon" can't cause earthquakes and other natural disasters.
Well, aside from the fact that the "supermoon" will be less than 1% closer to Earth than last month's full moon, and aside from the fact that the moon goes through both apogee and perigee every single month without there being any noticeable effect, did you not read the related posts?
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I second Doug (#4). Why not celebrate this as a great marketing opportunity for astronomy? Get the kids to turn off the Xbox for a few minutes and go look at the moon. People love events, even somewhat contrived ones, and there's nothing at all wrong with using such an event to further a worthy cause. Phil, you're starting to sound like just another cranky old guy who looks for any chance to pounce on someone who doesn't see things as you do. There are no facts in dispute, there's no pseudoscience to debunk, it's just the moon being full and close at the same time. Can't we have fun with it?
Maybe so, but the "supermoon" will be less than 1% closer to Earth than last month's full moon – a difference that will be nigh on impossible to detect by eye even with a telescope.
The term "supermoon" might be a contrived event, but it builds an unrealistic expectation that the moon will somehow look different from usual. Which, unless you have some pretty precise measuring equipment trained on it, it won't.
It's a tacky name alright. But I think you're letting that blind you to the additional brightness (I PUN!) as the moon will appear to have something like 35% more surface area, based on a very rough estimation from your handy picture. Don't under estimate the law of big shiny things seeming to get bigger and shinier when they are nearer.
There is one big negative impact of a perigee full Moon — it's about the only way the Moon could screw with this weekend's meteor shower more. 😉 Mind you, it's probably gonna rain for me this weekend anyway, and I'm in the northern hemisphere so the eta aquarids won't be as nice as they could be anyway. But gosh darn it, I'm still gonna complain! 😀
Oh mercy. USA Today ran with this silly story today, and their story includes this classic piece of horrible journalism:
"That's not to say a supermoon hasn't caused damage in the past: It's believed that a supermoon event may have contributed to the sinking of the Titanic 100 years ago."
It's believed. By whom? By people who are wrong?
@Nigel (48): "it builds an unrealistic expectation that the moon will somehow look different from usual"
Kind of like printing big, detailed, Hubble-quality photos of planets and nebula on the packaging of amateur 60mm telescopes. I understand why they do it, but it ultimately results in disappointment for beginning stargazers. And that disappointment can easily lead to losing interest altogether.
Cris (without an H) wrote:
Oh mercy. USA Today ran with this silly story today, and their story includes this classic piece of horrible journalism
It's mostly speculation, but it is a valid hypothesis. See April's issue of Sky and Telescope– it was the lead article.
The farmers almanac refers to this moon as the Flower Moon. Folklore has it that as the spring flowers were in bloom, the bright light allowed the Indians to see the fields of flowers at night, mirroring their color & beauty. The media becoming aware of this educates others. Good for them, and about time.
One way in which a perigean Full or New Moon is very noticeable is through its effect on the tides. A few percent decrease in distance is multiplied threefold, as the tidal effect is inversely proportional to distance-cubed. Here in Nova Scotia, where the tides are already large in the Bay of Fundy, this amplified tidal range is astonishing to experience. The 2012 RASC Observer's Handbook notes April 6–9, May 6–9, and June 3–6 as periods during which the Full Moon near perigee results in large tides.
Pete Lambert (49) said:
. . . the moon will appear to have something like 35% more surface area, based on a very rough estimation from your handy picture.
Well, compared to an apogean full moon, yes. But compared to last month's full moon, it might only be 1% (-ish) brighter. How is anyone going to notice that?
The thing is that it takes many months for the full moon to transition from coinciding with apogee to coinciding with perigee, during which time, each full moon is but a little closer than the last. You would never see a perigean full moon following just one month after an apogean full moon. And even so, you almost certainly wouldn't notice the difference unless you carried out a photographic comparison, or took a precise measurement of the moon's apparent diameter when it is full, and then conducted a numerical comparison.
After reading your article I was left with nothing but disgust. So what if you can't actually tell a difference with the naked eye. From what I understand it is a legitimate occurrence. It really will be bigger and brighter! So what are you complaining about? People might actually get up off the couch and away from a computer to see an amazing natural beautiful sight. Maybe it will start a spark in someone to get them more excited about astronomy. Maybe it will encourage someone to see and appreciate the simple pleasures in life. Maybe it will encourage someone to be more of an optimist rather than such a pessimist like you. The only disgust I see from the "super moon" stories is you trying to make something negative out of an amazing true occurance.
what's the point of publishing an article that mocks the hype, but then goes on to confirm exactly what the hype is saying, that it's a nice, slightly bigger than average, bright, full moon? This article seems no different than some rant you'd read from a kid whose favorite band hit it big and now everyone wants to go see them.
You need to find a new profession. You no longer see the benefit and bringing new people into astronomy and showing them the wonders. Calling it a supermoon spikes interest in the night sky and in the moon. But we'd never know from your eyeore attitude….
The point is that there is a closest and furthest point for the moon every month. It's just that the closest point coincides with a full moon only now and then. The media is just not interested in a closest half moon or crescent moon etc.
The curious thing is that this supermoon is so precise. One site said that the exact moment of closest approach is only about one minute off from the exact moment of being full. The last time was 50 minutes off. Admittedly that is something which can't be seen with the naked eye but it is interesting.
If we had a lunar eclipse during a super moon would it still be a super moon?
@#10 So when is the moon getting blown out of orbit so this will stop coming up?
Who cares if it's off by a few thousand km and not mean much to the naked eye? If it gets people / general public curious and talking about astronomy and wanting to know more…that's great!
I go outside. I look a teh moon. Liked it much. Moon pretty and is bigger. I have good time.
Looks like we can blame NASA for all this: http://www.nasa.gov/topics/solarsystem/features/supermoon_2012.html
So you poo-poo and hohum this event. Yet you use the hyperbole of the silvery moon! Silvery indeed, every time I take pics or look, it is white gray or orange, never seen it silvery.
Ironically, I hear more hype from people looking down at their noses at the Supermoon term than anything else. What difference does it make what people call it? We ought to be happy that lots of people (who we are no better than) are suddenly taking an interest in astronomy. As pointed out in this very article, nothing people are saying is technically inaccurate, even if they will be a bit underwhelmed. I honestly would've hoped Dr. Plait would be on the other side of this issue.
You are hilarious. I hope you were smart enough to look outside and see the visible difference. The moon was huge and yellow and beautiful. Obviously larger. Your vision must be challanged. It's sad to see people like you are permitted to publish "news". Ha.
Thank you for this. I was able to argue Pub Trivia points for using perigee instead of "supermoon" this week.
Thank you for enlightening me.
Also, I'm one of those guys who argues for Pub Trivia points.
The real problem of the term "supermoon" is that it encourages qualitative thinking in a quantitative situation.
Larger than which other month's full moon Kali? You say it looked larger. Which other full moon were you comparing it to?


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Quick Cauliflower Soup or Quick Broccoli Soup
One Recipe, Two Soups!
A quick weeknight or lunch-time soup recipe, made with either broccoli or cauliflower and only four more pantry ingredients. This recipe is a dieter's staple, something to make again and again because it's so filling and satisfying yet adds up to just a few calories and for Weight Watchers, just one Weight Watchers point.
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With a few post-holiday pounds settling all too comfortably around our waists, it's time for a few weeks of more judicious intake. Start with this pair of fast, healthful soups, cooked the same but tasting so different.
Conventional diet wisdom says to avoid snacks between meals. Instead, I leave snacks on the counter for the taking – a measured amount of healthful foods, that is. In winter, you'd find carrot sticks or almonds, in summer blueberries or chunks of cantaloupe.
Lately, however, I've fallen for crunchy, spicy croutons, a slice's worth in a small bowl, ready for the grabbing.
HOMEMADE CROUTONS Cut whole-grain bread into cubes and toss with salt and spices such as oregano, thyme, sage or whatever smells good. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake at 350F for 30 minutes, longer if needed, turning once or twice. Transfer to freezer bags for storage.
or QUICK BROCCOLI SOUP
Time-to-table: 25 minutes
Makes 6 cups
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
- 2 dried bay leaves, optional
- 1 head cauliflower OR 1 pound of broccoli crowns and stems, chopped into small pieces (or frozen cauliflower or broccoli)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Heat broth to a boil in microwave.
Meanwhile, heat a large pot on medium high. Heat olive oil, then add the onion and bay leaves, stirring to coat with fat. Cook until onions begin to soften and turn gold, stirring often.
Add cauliflower or broccoli, stirring to coat with oil and onion flavor. Let cook, turning occasionally for 1 - 2 minutes. Stir in hot broth. Cover and cook for 5 – 10 minutes or until the vegetables are fully cooked. Remove the bay leaves.
Transfer a third of the hot mixture (see ALANNA's TIPS) to a food processor or blender. Purée until smooth while continuing to cook the rest. Repeat with another third, then the final third.
Season to taste and serve topped with a small spoon of low-fat sour cream or croutons. Or both!
LATER NOTES With the cauliflower version, sometimes, I skip the blender step and just roughly mash the cooked cauliflower with a fork. For a little more zip, try the Spicy Cauliflower Soup from A Veggie Venture. I now use Homemade Vegetable Bouillon for the liquid portion of this soup. From my experience with No-Cream Creamy Cauliflower Soup, I think you could substitute water for stock, resulting in a creamy-white color.
Quick Cauliflower Soup
This is such a versatile recipe, all broccoli, all cauliflower or, from a tip from a reader, a combination of broccoli and cauliflower! The soup doesn't TASTE plain but it does look plain so if aesthetics are important, be sure to plan ahead for something to garnish the top. I happen to love the look of flat layers of cauliflower, cooked until just soft and then removed before puréeing the soup.
More Broccoli Recipes
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~ Perfect Pan-Fried Broccoli ~
~ Broccoli & Tomato Thai Curry ~
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More Cauliflower Recipes
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~ Cauliflower Spanish 'Rice' ~
~ Roasted Cauliflower ~
~ Creamy Cauliflower Gratin ~
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Shopping at Whole Foods Market is fun for me. I enjoy the colors and scents of its fresh produce, I like the gourmet-style prepared food section and I love its organic meats and wild fish counters. I am a food lover, yes, but my parents have also owned health food stores for more than 20 years; health food stores are part of my life.
I was not surprised that my favorite big grocery store ranked number one on Health magazine's healthiest grocery store list, and I also am happy that mainstream chains are making an effort to offer better food choices. Since I moved to Kansas a year ago, I have noticed how difficult it is to shop for healthy foods at chain grocers, especially if you don't know what healthy foods really are. This list from CNN, courtesy Health magazine, is promising.
Living far away from a Whole Foods Market has forced me to look for an organic CSA (community supported agriculture), which next spring will provide me with organic, locally grown produce and poultry; I still need to go to the grocery story for grains, fruits and the occasional packaged cookie, however.
There is a health food store near where I live with a good amount of good-for-you foods, but its prices are high, probably because as a small co-op they don't have purchasing power. This, I believe, is one of the reasons many people shun healthy foods—because they think it is more expensive. Most days I end up going to Dillon's, where I go from the produce section, with its limited variety of organic veggies, to the natural foods section, which has organic staples, like pasta and grains, canned and packaged foods, and juices and sweets.
When I don't find what I am looking for in this section, I go aisle to aisle looking for what I need. This is where I have the most problems because I feel that I have to check every single label for high fructose corn syrup and monosodium glutamate (MSG), as well as artificial colors and preservatives. I have found these unhealthy additives in all kinds of items, including so-called natural breads and sausages. Somehow they are able to hide in the ingredients list of foods with the word "natural" on their labels.
Lately, there are more organic and 100 percent natural products at Dillon's at very good prices under the company's private label, Naturally Preferred; they also carry organic chicken and 100 percent natural beef. Looking at Health magazine's list, I am happy to see that this is a national trend—not just because it will be easier for me to shop, but because by offering natural and organic foods at good prices, it may help consumers choose better foods.
How do you make sure that the food you eat is healthy? Are there any ingredients that you won't allow in the products you buy?
Olivia Blanco Mullins is a journalist and has been eating healthy most of her life, as her parents have owned health food stores for more than 20 years. Currently she lives in Manhattan, Kansas, where her husband owns an Italian restaurant .


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Welcome to Battle Animal Care Clinic. You can trust our caring and considerate staff to care for your pets in times of need for:
For all your pets' medical needs, trust Battle Animal Care! We pride ourselves on our love of your furry friends and dedication to keeping them healthy and happy. We want your pet to be with you for a long time.
Office Info
Dr. Jacob Battle, Jr., has spent nearly 20 years in the veterinary field learning and perfecting his professional skills in order to provide the best and most advanced care possible to each and every animal he meets. Dr. Battle cares deeply for the animals in the community that he, too, is a part of.
For the past year, the wonderful staff at Battle Animal Care Clinic has been dedicated to providing a warm and healthy environment for your pet's needs.
Office Hours:
Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Closed on Sunday
Call 803-776-1468
After-Hours Emergencies will be referred to Palmetto Regional Hospital at 803-865-1418 or South Carolina Veterinary Emergency Care at 803-798-3837.
Payment Info:
We gladly accept most major credit cards, cash, checks and CareCredit as payment for our services.
Our Pledge:
We pledge to provide each patient with exemplary medical care.
We pledge to serve each client in a courteous and timely fashion.
We pledge to fully inform each client of the diagnosis and treatment plan.
We pledge to keep charges in accordance with diagnosis and treatment.
We pledge to strive for improvement of the health of each patient.
Mission Statement:
Battle Animal Care Clinic is committed to achieving excellence in the care of animals. We strive to treat and eliminate illnesses while working to develop new cures for diseases.


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Coffee with the Cops – Sept 12
Modesto, CA: The Modesto Police Department is hosting its first "Coffee with the Cops" event this Thursday September 12th from 7:30-9:30 AM at the Queen Bean Coffee House located at 1126 14th St. The Modesto Police Department invites citizens to meet with police staff for several upcoming "Coffee with the Cops" events. Citizens are invited to stop by any of these events and enjoy some informal casual conversations with various members of the Modesto Police Department. The intent of these events is to provide an inviting neutral atmosphere that fosters open communication between citizens of Modesto and members of the department.
Interaction with the community is the foundation of community partnerships. These events will hopefully help citizens discuss community issues and build relationships with officers. Citizens are encouraged to share their concerns, suggestions, compliments, and ask questions of the members of the Modesto Police Department about the community in which they live. No formal presentations will be made.
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Many owners of small businesses know their companies inside and out. Yet, they rarely know one critical fact – how much their company is actually worth on the open market.
Determining the true value of a business, a process called "business valuation," is not just important when the owner is looking to sell the company. It's also important for other reasons:
- Business succession planning: Savvy business owners often arrange to transfer shares to a partner or heir (after a "triggering event," such as death, disability or retirement) through a buy-sell agreement, which is often funded with life insurance. But before the owner can identify the buyout price (and thus, know how much the buy-sell agreement needs to be funded with), the value of the business must be determined.
- The IRS needs to know the value of the business: At the death of the business owner, the value of the business will be used to help determine estate taxes and tax basis for any future sale.
To obtain a business valuation, business owners may wish to contract with a professional appraiser to provide an opinion that will be viewed as independent and objective with the IRS. The resulting business valuation then may be used in a variety of planning applications – for example, enabling the owner to sell the business at a higher sales price, or for the business owner or his or her heirs to pay less in taxes after the sale of the business or the death of the owner.
Fair Market Value
The goal of valuing a business is to arrive at a clear and supportable estimate of what the fair market value of the business is. Fair Market Value is defined as:
"…the price at which the property will change hands between a willing buyer and a willing seller, neither being under any compulsion to buy or to sell and both having a reasonable knowledge or relevant facts."
Book Value
On an accounting level, the most basic measure of worth is book value – defined as balance sheet assets minus liabilities. However, most businesses are sold at prices greater than book value, because the balance sheet shows assets at original cost minus accumulated depreciation, not true replacement value. For example, suppose a piece of machinery was purchased for $50,000 five years ago and the accumulated depreciation is $15,000. Consequently, the balance sheet carries this machine at a value of $35,000, even though it could cost substantially more to replace at current prices. Therefore, book value may not provide an accurate indication of fair market value.
Valuation Methods
Most qualified, independent business appraisers use one of the following valuation methods when valuing a business:
- Capitalization of earnings - The calculation begins with annual earnings over one or more years. It then divides earnings by a "cap rate" that reflects the cost of capital and the risk of the company. For example, suppose a company has average annual earnings of $200,000 and a cap rate of 10%. Under this method, its estimated value would be $200,000/10% = $2 million.
- Discounted cash flow - This method, often used to value new businesses or companies with volatile earnings, begins by forecasting future earnings over several years. To account for the time value of money, a discount rate is then applied to each year of forecasted earnings.
- Comparable Sales and Discounts - Some appraisers modify their estimates of value based on an analysis of recent sales of comparable companies in the same market or industry.
Why Business Valuation is Important
The cost to conduct a comprehensive business valuation can range from a few thousand dollars up to $50,000 or more. Regardless of the cost or methods, it is important for the process to be conducted objectively by a qualified licensed appraiser. Normally, the appraisal is a document in which the appraiser describes the methodology that was used to value the business and provides an estimated fair market value that is designed to satisfy the IRS and courts. Additionally, this estimated value of the business may be useful data for the owner in putting together a succession, estate or personal retirement plan.
In Conclusion
Although many business owners have a vague idea of what their companies are worth, most are merely guessing – and over time, such guesswork can prove costly. In the worst case, not knowing fair market value could cause owners to sell their businesses for less than they actually are worth – or for heirs to pay more than their fair share of estate taxes after the owner's death. For these reasons, the cost of a business valuation can be an excellent investment.
Prepared by The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America. The information contained in this article is for general, informational purposes only. Guardian, its subsidiaries, agents or employees do not give tax or legal advice. You should consult your tax or legal advisor regarding your individual situation.


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This year′s Bitar Memorial Lecturer is Dr. Nancey Murphy. Dr. Murphy (B.A. Creighton University (philosophy and psychology); Ph.D. University of California at Berkeley (philosophy of science); Th.D. Graduate Theological Union (theology)) is professor of philosophy at Fuller Seminary, Pasadena. Her first book, Theology in the Age of Scientific Reasoning (Cornell, 1990) won the American Academy of Religion award for excellence. She is author of nine other books, includingher most recent two: Bodies and Souls, or Spirited Bodies? (Cambridge, 2006); and (co-authored with Warren Brown) Did My Neurons Make Me Do It? Philosophical and Neurobiological Perspectives on Moral Responsibility and Free Will (Oxford, 2007). Additionally, she has co-edited twelve other volumes. Her research interests focus on the role of modern and postmodern philosophy in shaping Christian theology, on relations between theology and science, and on relations among philosophy of mind, neuroscience, and Christian anthropology.
Alex Plato will serve as Respondent to Dr. Murphy′s lectures. Plato (B.S. Corban University (interdisciplinary studies, music education), M.A. Talbot School of Theology at Biola University (philosophy and religion)) is a Ph.D. Candidate in Philosophy at St. Louis University. His dissertation concerns recent English philosopher Elizabeth Anscombe′s defense of the principle of double effect, and more generally her moral philosophy and philosophy of action. In 2012 he participated in a seminar at Oxford University, where he gave the paper, "Inconsistency in Anscombe's Account of Double Effect?" A Teaching Fellow at SLU, Mr. Plato teaches introductory courses in philosophy and ethics, and the philosophy of religion; he has collaborated in planning and directing the Graduate Philosophy Program's annual graduate student conference. While at Talbot, he served as Adjunct Faculty in Biola′s Torrey Honors Institute. Also a musician, he assists in the ancient Latin liturgy at his local parish, singing Gregorian chant and Polyphony.
In addition to the lectures, the Bitar event includes a book table featuring Dr. Murphy′s works, a book signing reception, a coffee for philosophy program alumni, a buffet dinner for faculty and invited guests, a faculty luncheon, a master class for philosophy students, a dinner for current philosophy majors, and this year′s awarding of the Bitar Cash Prize for Best Student Philosophy Paper.
The Bitar Memorial Lecture Series is endowed by the William C. Kriner Family in memory of Geneva College′s beloved professor of a quarter-century, in order to continue his legacy and vision for philosophy. The Lecture was inaugurated in 2004, a year after Dr. Bitar′s untimely death. The annual Bitar Cash Prize is a gift from Mrs. Gail Bitar. The Kriner and Bitar families host the event, along with Geneva College′s Philosophy Program.
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Law & Human Rights, Combined Law & Human Rights in South Africa by Kaito Hara
This past summer, South Africa basked in the global spotlight as the host of the 2010 FIFA World Cup. However, the Rainbow Nation symbolised a lot more for me, as I spent 2 weeks there immersed among its wonderfully affable people, diverse culture, and unique geography. I joined 16 other volunteers on the Projects Abroad Human Rights 2-week special, in an effort to witness first hand the persisting social issues that South Africans have worked hard to eradicate.
To get to South Africa, which is located at the southernmost tip of the continent, volunteers including myself travelled great distances. Due to a particularly long layover in Singapore, it took almost 32 hours from my house in Japan to my hosts'. I stayed with the Davis family, who live in Steenberg, a quiet suburban area of Cape Town. There were a total of 4 volunteers staying there, 2 of whom were month long volunteers focusing on teaching and care, and another, Marcus, who was also part of the Human Rights project.
As soon as I arrived, the long-term volunteers took me into Cape Town to watch the final of the World Cup. With the reliable guidance of Meschak Bugaye, a Projects Abroad staff member, we navigated our way to the Victoria and Albert Waterfront, where a jumbotron attracted hundreds of viewers. The Waterfront is blessed with vibrant shopping venues that seamlessly integrate with the marvellous vistas of Table Mountain and the Atlantic, making it a buzzing tourist hotspot. The excitement was palpable in the night sky and the relentless drone of vuvuzelas drowned casual conversation. I could not imagine a more suitable way to begin my stay in South Africa.
Our work with Projects Abroad kicked off with an induction meant to orient and familiarise us with Cape Town and its surrounding areas. We each purchased a weekly Metrorail pass and a cell phone, whose austere simplicity was particularly welcome in this age of increasingly complex 'smartphones'.
Cape Town, as I discovered, is truly a melting pot of cultures and eras, where one can enjoy the traditional roots of African culture amidst the cosmopolitan atmosphere that is definitive of South Africa's emergence as a major international player. At Green Market Square, we relished the opportunity to bargain, a notion unfamiliar back home. After meandering through the stalls displaying batiks, cultural masks, embroidery, and other souvenirs, we became accustomed to the shopkeepers' frequent calls of "Hey brother, a special price for you!". On one of our last nights, we went out for dinner at Mama Africa, a brilliant restaurant on Long Street that serves wild game as its specialty. The blend of live South African jazz (performed by the local group Abavuki) and traditional artwork adorning the walls created the perfect setting for us to enjoy our ostrich and springbok steaks.
When not outside exploring Cape Town's plethoric wonders, we were busy listening to lectures, researching social issues, and discussing solutions. Stationed at the programme's satellite office in Wynberg, we designed workshops that would familiarise children to their Constitutional rights in an educational yet fun manner. Divided into four groups, we each chose a different aspect of human rights such as Children's rights, Women's Rights, and Health and Safety.
Our group decided to focus on children's rights after a particularly inspirational lecture detailing the frightening lack of prudence in South Africa's youth. Due to the prevalence of gang violence, drugs, and home abuse, which has severely limited their extracurricular options and degraded their dignity, many children hold no aspirations. We decided that the purpose of our workshop would be to inspire them to reconsider their futures, engaging them in an activity that would allow them to gauge their interests and match them to particular career opportunities.
As part of our project, each group visited a different township: Khayelitsha, Manenberg, or Lavender Hill. Visiting Lavender Hill was perhaps my most memorable experience. It is a township on the Cape Flats, with a population of over 40,000 people, of whom 60% are unemployed. There, we visited Philisa Abafazi Bethu, a development programme working to provide a safe place to support, educate, and empower women and children.
One of the staff there led us on a tour through the surrounding areas of Vrygrond and Capricorn. At Where Rainbows Meet, a day care facility and development programme geared to provide children with a safe place to learn, I had the fortune to meet Owen and Leshwin, both aged 5. Like the other children, they were both very excited about our visit, helping us feel welcome in the community. It was ultimately an eye opening experience that struck me with the harsh reality of global economic imbalance.
Despite our desires to stay for longer, our stay was only temporary, and the two weeks quickly came to an end. Projects Abroad did a fabulous job in introducing us to Cape Town, showing us the wealth of its offerings in such a short period of time. I truly appreciate that Dana Myers, the Country Director, took his time and effort to personally visit the host families, because I was able to stay with a wonderful family. Cape Town's enchanting quality is no doubt the reason why Forbes hailed it as one of the 10 most beautiful cities in the world. And, it is that same magical aura that compels me to return next year, for a longer stay.
Kaito Hara
Ce témoignage est basé sur l'expérience unique d'un volontaire à un certain moment donné. Nos projets s'adaptent constamment aux besoins locaux, ils évoluent au fur et à mesure que des volontaires s'impliquent et s'adaptent aux saisons, ainsi votre expérience sur place pourra être différente de celle décrite ici. Pour en savoir plus sur cette mission, vous pouvez consulter la page de ce projet ou bien contacter l'un de nos conseillers de volontaires.


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While lemming-like consumers are engorging themselves on yet another me-too iPhone release this week, I'd like to remind the more sophisticated in the audience about a better gadget buy: Nokia's amazing Lumia 520. This inexpensive new device can be anything you want it to be: A first or second smart phone, a digital media player, a GPS, whatever. And it only costs $99, not $550 like an iPhone 5C or $300 or more for an iPod touch.
I previously wrote about the Lumia 520—and the basically identical Lumia 521—in Lumia 520/521: Meet the New Normal. In that review, I noted that this device was incredibly versatile and cheap. Here, I'd like to expand on that notion.
Note: This rare exception, this article applies to the Lumia 521 as well. If you have the choice, get a Lumia 520 instead of the 521 because it is cheaper ($99 vs. $149) and has color shell case choices (the 521 cover is removable but there are no replacements available). Why choose a Lumia 521? Because you're using T-Mobile and will actually use the device as a phone on that network.
A great value
Whatever you intend to use the Lumia 520 for, it's the cheapest high-quality option available. This device costs just $99, without a contract. If you're going to use it as a phone, that's an incredible value over the iPhone 5C, which is widely touted for its $99-with-contract starting price, but really starts at $550. That's a $450 savings, and since the Lumia 520 can be used with a pay-as-you-go GoPhone plan from AT&T, you can probably save even more since you won't be tied to an expensive smart phone plan.
If you're going to use it as a media player or for other non-phone uses only, consider getting a 64 GB micro-SD card. That will set you back about $60, for a total street price of $160. That is a savings of $240 when compared to a 64 GB iPod touch, which costs $400. (Actually, even those who will be using the 520 as a phone should get a micro-SD card.)
Phone, second phone, kid's phone, media player, whatever
The Lumia 520 is perhaps the most versatile smart phone I've ever seen. Thanks to its low-ball, no-contract pricing, you can pick one up for any reason. Destroyed your high-priced smart phone's precious screen? Get a Lumia 520 to ride out the rest of your contract until you qualify for an upgrade (and then get a Lumia 1020, obviously). Get a second phone, which you can use on the inexpensive GoPhone plans or not. Use it as a replacement for the Zune HD or iPod and access any or all of the amazing media services—see below—that are available in fine form on Windows Phone 8. Give one to a kid. Heck, give one to each of your kids.
It's the better platform
Windows Phone 8 is superior to Apple's iOS 7 or Google's Android 4.whatever they're on this week. With the Lumia 520, you can enjoy the superior user experience, numerous high-quality music, video and other digital media services, and of course an amazing selection of mobile games, including numerous exclusive Xbox Live titles. And you can also enjoy a completely Apple-less experience, which is good for your soul, and a nearly-completely Google-free experience, which is good for your heart.
It's got better hardware
While many will point out that the Lumia 520 uses relatively low-end hardware compared to the A-list smart phones of today, that's beside the point: Windows Phone is more efficient than Android or iOS 7 and works exceptionally well on this hardware. And the 520 even includes some features you won't find on high-end and expensive alternatives. For example, the Lumia 520 has a super-sensitive screen that works when you're using gloves. It even works with your fingernails.
Media player
The Lumia 520 is the least expensive portable media player available that is also high quality and compatible with a stunning array of service choices, including Pandora, Spotify, Nokia Music, iHeartRadio, Rhapsody, Xbox Music, Audible, Netflix, and many more. It also has built-in podcast support, which, while limited to certain markets, can be accessed via many third party apps elsewhere.
Game player
Everyone talks about the supposed lack of apps on Windows Phone, which I find to be a complete non-issue. But the one thing no one can complain about is the lack of high-quality games. Thanks to the integration of Xbox LIVE on Windows Phone, Lumia 520 can enjoy an incredible stable of game titles which includes exclusive (and non-exclusive) Xbox LIVE titles (Asphalt 7 Heat, Halo: Spartan Assault, Angry Birds, Cut the Rope, Rayman Jungle Run, Gravity Guy, Contre Jour, and many, many others) and high quality non-Xbox LIVE games (Temple Run, Where's My Water 2, many others) And yes, these all work just fine on the Lumia 520.
The Lumia 520 comes with a GoPhone SIM card in the US and even if you're not going to use it as a phone, put the SIM in to enjoy free Nokia HERE navigation services courtesy of the Nokia HERE Maps, Nokia HERE Drive and other related apps. The SIM determines which maps you get for free, so in the US that's the whole US. And you can download maps to the device and use it as a free GPS going forward, in your car, and out in the world, with spoken turn-by-turn navigation. Put your phone in Airplane mode, enable Wi-Fi (and possibly Bluetooth) and you're good to go.
Customizable hardware
The back cover on the Lumia 520 is replaceable, so you can choose between white, black, yellow and red shell cases for that customized look.
As I noted earlier this year in The Nokia Advantage: Accessories, Nokia's Lumia ecosystem includes a surprisingly deep collection of hardware accessories, and most of them very much apply to the Lumia 520, including portable USB chargers, speakers, headsets, a car holder, and more. Best of all, many of these accessories are colorized to match your Lumia 520. So you could match a yellow JBL PlayUp Portable Wireless Speaker to your yellow 520. Or mix and match.
Do the right thing
As I write this, people are actually waiting in line to buy one of the new iPhones, which are either identical internally to the previous model but use a cheaper plastic design (iPhone 5C) or are identical externally to the previous model (iPhone 5S). This makes me sad. But you don't have to be a statistic and hand your wallet and your soul to the corporate overlords at Apple for their next surprisingly expensive and yet unchanged i-devices. Instead, you can do the smart thing. The right thing. The pragmatic thing.
You can get a Lumia 520. I use one myself, every single day. And I recommend it highly.


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80s Re-visited
The 80s seem to be coming back more and more and quite frankly it is one of my fave fashion periods. There were some shockers in the 80s but I'm lovin the new throwbacks keep em coming.
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Language Artz (Feat. A.T, Picaso, Bread Boi, Gerrentee, Ransom Hollyhood 3, & Ryan G) - Pound It [Unsigned Hype]
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Situated in a tranquil location is a cosy place to unwind and stay away from the chaos of city life. The well-appointed rooms beckons the guests for a pleasant stay. Also, its easy accessibility to the vantage points and tourists attractions of the city, ultimate privacy and homely atmosphere make it an ideal destination among leisure travelers.
A heritage homestay in cochin with 5 beautiful rooms is now opened for tourist who looks for a comfortable, clean and safe accommodation in cochin.We are located away from the crowd in a silent residential street, behind saga, on the way to fort cochin and mattancherry the must see tourist places in kerala. Walk-able distance to reach old jewish town and spice market and five mintues to reach fort cochin beach, chinese fishing nets and other historical places in cochin. The attractions of Fort cochin is the beach, Chinese fishing nets, Santa cruz basilica, St francis church, Indo Portuguese museum, Maritime museuem, Kashi art cafe, Tea pot and other places
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Russia Nabs 'Blackhole' Hacking Suspect
Oct 11, 2013 12:35 PM PT
Police in Russia have arrested a man suspected of masterminding a pair of famous hacking tools -- the Blackhole and Cool exploit kits, favorites among cybercriminals looking to install malware.
Russian authorities have been mum on the situation, but security firms have reported a decline in the programs' use. Also, Alexander Gostev, the chief security expert at the Russia-based Internet protection provider Kaspersky Lab, said anonymous sources confirmed the arrest to him.
The software that the suspect created is believed to have installed malware by adding malicious code to legitimate websites -- which would then copy the malware to visitors' computers -- and by creating links in spam messages. Once installed, the malware would play any number of tricks: making false claims that a user's PC was infected and that they should pay a fee to remove viruses; hijacking PCs; or recording what was typed into a computer.
[Source: BBC]
German Court Absolves Companies With Facebook Pages
Overturning a bizarre 2011 order, a German court has ruled that companies operating Facebook fan pages are not liable for potential privacy violations.
The 2011 order said that Facebook was violating German privacy laws -- Germans are notoriously sensitive about privacy -- by collecting data on users. Ergo, a data privacy agency ordered companies operating Facebook fan pages to take them down or face a fine because, according to their logic, these companies were facilitating the privacy breach.
The court that overturned the 2011 ruling didn't issue a verdict on whether or not Facebook is responsible for privacy violations -- only that companies with fan pages aren't liable.
[Source: ZDNet]
BlackBerry Cofounders Mull Purchase
Back in BlackBerry?
Mike Lazaridis and Douglas Fregin, cofounders of the sputtering Canadian smartphone maker BlackBerry, are considering a bid to buy the company, or so says a securities filing from Thursday.
The filing didn't specify whether the duo was planning to partake in the US$9-per-share bid offered by Fairfax Financial Holdings, or if they were going to devise an alternative to that bid.
Together, Lazaridis and Fregin control about 8 percent of BlackBerry, according to the filing; Fairfax controls about 10 percent.
It will be difficult for foreign buyers to get in on the BlackBerry bidding (assuming any are interested -- BlackBerry is on an infamous slide). BlackBerry's servers handle millions of corporate and government emails per day, so any buyer would have to pass a review under the national security clause of the Investment Canada Act. In other words, don't expect -- say, Huawei -- to get involved in the bidding.
[Source: Reuters]
Papa Snowden Visits Edward
Lon Snowden, the father of Edward Snowden, arrived in Moscow Thursday.
Lon was met by a slew of television reporters at Sheremetyevo Airport after arriving from New York; he had hoped to avoid media attention, but fat chance of that. He said he was eager to see his son and wanted to "learn more about his circumstances and his health and to discuss legal options."
Lon said that he had obtained a multiple-entry visa and planned to return to Russia because, best he can tell, Edward isn't going anywhere anytime soon.
The founder of Russian social media site VKontakte, who offered Snowden a job upon his arrival, said his offer still stands.
[Source: The Wall Street Journal]


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Bach Stradivarius C180SL229W30 Series C Trumpet
- .462″ large bore
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- Narrower braces at bell to valve casing and valve casing to leadpipe
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The Bach C180 series trumpets are the number one selling professional orchestral trumpets in the world. The C180SL229CC "Chicago" C Trumpet features a .462″ large bore, special 25C mouthpipe based on Vincent Bach's original design, and a lightweight #229 one-piece hand-hammered professional bell with a classic French bead flat rim providing a quick response with outstanding projection and tone. The 1st valve thumb ring allows for easier tuning adjustment. Narrower bell-to-valve-casing and valve-casing-to-mouthpipe braces improve resonance. The silver-plate finish provides a controlled brilliance to the overall sound. The Chicago C trumpet is the perfect choice when you need the sound to immediately reach the back of the hall.
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Born Vincent Shrotenbach in Vienna in 1890, Bach initially received training on violin, but subsequently switched to trumpet when he heard its majestic sound. Although Vincent also displayed a strong aptitude for science and graduated with an engineering degree, he gave up a promising career to pursue his first love and an uncertain future as a musician. Performing under the stage name Vincent Bach, he established musical success as he toured throughout Europe.
World War I forced Vincent's move to New York City where he arrived with only $5.00 in his pocket. A letter to the famous conductor Karl Muck procured Vincent an audition and a resulting position with the Boston Symphony. By the following season, he was first trumpet in the Metropolitan Opera House. While on tour in Pittsburgh, Vincent's mouthpiece was ruined by a repairman. Vincent had great difficulty in finding a suitable replacement. While on furloughs, he spent time in the basement of the Selmer Music store remodeling old mouthpieces.
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Monday, February 28, 2011
Mardi Gras: King's Cupcake
Posted by Christy Robbins at 12:44 AM 2 comments
Labels: Cakes, Mardi Gras
Sunday, February 27, 2011
A Week of Mardi Gras
The posts and links to the how tos are the following...
King's Cupcakes
Mini Beignets
Fried Pickles
Mask Cookies
Hush Puppies
Weight Watchers Paella
Lent Pretzels
As a side note, on the work trip to New Orleans, I became obsessed with photographing all the wrought iron all over the city during the afternoons we had in the city (I've been snapping letters I 'see' in small objects for awhile to build an alphabet)....and above is my best version of a wrought iron New Orleans collage I pulled together with the photos, which came together thanks to the fact that all the pals with me started finding letters in the iron for me. I was there for work, so there wasn't a ton of time, but it's my starting point, I've always wanted to try this out.
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Posted by Christy Robbins at 12:26 AM 11 comments
Labels: A Week Of..., Mardi Gras, New Orleans, Photography
Saturday, February 26, 2011
February at the Arboretum
fall with my friend Nicole (Nicole, come back!). I've visited often for Dallas Blooms in the spring. (You haven't lived until you've seen tulips as far as the eye can see in every color, and every shape and size). ...and this last summer I even enjoyed some of the summer concert series. BUT...
I've never seen the daffodils, and her group of February friends.
Posted by Christy Robbins at 11:03 PM 3 comments
Labels: Dallas Area Activities, Texas
Apron Winner....
#30, Peggy, you are the 'winner' of the Anthro inspired apron. The decision was made with a panel of witnesses....and when I say witnesses, three out of them are of the four legged variety, but I assure you it was a random drawing. Random...one of my favorite words. See the judging process from previous giveaway here. I run a tight ship.
I have another giveaway coming soon...just as soon I as I relocate the item....ooops.
Posted by Christy Robbins at 9:54 PM 2 comments
Scandinavian Potato Cakes
Potato Cake Recipe
Ingredients: 1/4 lb bacon, 4 large potatoes, 1 T. milk, 1 egg, 1/2 t. garlic salt (it actually called for allspice instead of this, but I adapted it to my taste), salt and pepper to taste, 1 small onion, minced.
1. Boil, peel, and mash potatoes. Add milk, egg, and seasonings to mix. Blend well.
2. Cook the bacon, drain and crumble into the mashed potato mix (reserve the grease).
3. Form potatoes into patties, and place in heated bacon grease.
Next time, I'll make my patties a little smaller b/c the browned part was my favorite. These were sort of hashbrownish, and all good.
Posted by Christy Robbins at 12:40 AM 1 comments
Labels: Cooking, Potatoes, Recipes, Scandanavian
Friday, February 25, 2011
Happy Everything
This past week my cousin's family came into town...maybe I mentioned it a time or 16? They live in Pasadena, CA, and I miss them. They have the most precious little girl, and not only is it hard to be away from her, it's harder to see her grow so fast, so far away. On the other hand, what a great world we live in with skype, and facebook, and emails, and cell phones. I know her so much better than I know I would have once upon a before the internet.
They came in Saturday night, and we met up quickly for dinner. Blythe is a little hesitant around strangers, and feels most comfortable in her skin when her Mom and Dad are present.
I discovered she loves stickers. I made her a travel kit for her last birthday that included a package of stickers, and it looks like Grover caught a case of stickers on the plane ride here.
Posted by Christy Robbins at 12:59 AM 3 comments
Labels: Family, Personal 'Stuff'
Grape Salad
Here's the recipe for Grape Salad
2 lbs of green grapes, 1 lbs of red grapes, 6-8 oz cream cheese, 6-8 oz of sour cream, 1/2 c. sugar, 1 t. vanilla, 1/4 c. chopped pecans, 2 T. brown sugar
1. Wash and pat grapes dry (don't cut into halves, I wondered about this, but after some research, I guess this helps the dressing not become to wet).
2. Mix cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, and vanilla (it calls for 8 oz of the cream cheese, and sour cream, but I think thats a little too much). Stir in grapes.
3. Top with pecans and brown sugar. You can eat right away, but if you store it overnight, the brown sugar becomes a little caramel-ish. That's always a good thing in my book!
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Thursday, February 24, 2011
Blythe's Zoo Book
I decided to put together a little book for her to read about her trip to the zoo. As I was taking pictures, I decided to try to get her looking at the animals, and then get a shot of the animal. I put the pictures together as a powerpoint with a little script and some simple site words. I printed them off on heavy paper, and laminated them, and bound them for a whole 1.85.
Posted by Christy Robbins at 12:11 AM 7 comments
Labels: Family, Homemade Gift, Scrapbooking


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Spring Branch Community Church
About Us
A vibrant, modern, artistic church in Virginia Beach, VA looking to upgrade its identity to something sophisticated, contemporary and fun.
Current and future attendees of Spring Branch.
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Spring Branch (We use the name Spring Branch Community Church as well, and would like to see options that incorporate the Community Church - but giving it less prominence)
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We would like to incorporate the use of the leaf (either the one attached or another of your choosing)
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Your own original and working files (CS4 or earlier)
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Stsms13 needed a new logo design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 68 designs submitted by 24 freelance designers.
I'm a 23 yr old entrepreneur who founded http://www.teentaxes.com. I am looking for a logo that is eye catching, colorful, stylish, creative but still professional. Teen Taxes is a tax prep site for teens, college students, and the rest of young America. I think that our name "TEENTAXES" would be the best logo but with a cool vibe. If you think differently, prove it. I'm open for creativity. Check out the website to get the style.
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Gerrymandering is never going to change — unless we fix this states' problems from the ground up. The recent gerrymandering of congressional districts made me come to the realization that the only way Marylanders voices will be heard is if we force our elected officials to step out of the redistricting process. My thought is that two non-partisan firms compete for drawing the maps based on actual census data collected. The second firm comes in to audit the work of the first. They are both paid, but the incentive is a bonus to the first if it draws the map correctly. If the second firm finds the job hasn't been done properly, they get the bonus.
Also, non-partisan firms should be contracted to write the ballot questions in a clear and concise manner. I read all about how tricky the wording of the questions was. While voting I had to re-read the question several times and pray that I picked the right answer.
Some great elected officials tried to right the wrong of gerrymandering with a very successful petition drive. Gov. Martin O'Malley and his cronies didn't make too much of a fuss because they knew they could guarantee that the maps would pass by making the ballot language so very confusing.
Maryland is not alone with these shenanigans. For anyone's vote to count at all anymore, in any state, this process must change. Is it any wonder why people take voting so lightly? Why bother when the politicians rig the election?
Kathryn Tebby, Brooklyn Park


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CHICAGO (MarketWatch) — With the death of actor Peter Falk this week at the age of 83, it's a good time to reflect on what the public came to see as his signature role, that of Lt. Columbo.
Interestingly, when "Columbo" series creators Richard Levinson and William Link were seeking an actor to play the role in the TV movie "Prescription: Murder" in 1967, they wanted either Lee J. Cobb or Bing Crosby. Only after those actors turned down the part, and Universal Studios producer Richard Irving suggested Falk, did Levinson and Link agree to hire the then-40-year-old actor. See video montage of Peter Falk's life.
After one more pilot, "Ransom For a Dead Man" in 1971, "Columbo" became part of "The NBC Mystery Movie," a fondly remembered rotating series of glossily produced 90-minute to two-hour presentations that included "McMillan and Wife," "McCloud" and other shows.
Here, then, are the five best "Columbo" episodes. All seven seasons of the original NBC CMCSA, +1.37% series are available on DVD from Universal Home Entertainment, in a price range of $15 to $25 each.
1) "A Friend In Deed." Original airdate: May 5, 1974 — the final episode of the show's third season.
During "Columbo's" first season, each episode was 90 minutes long. NBC decided to extend the shows to two hours for the next season, and some of the episodes from 1972-73 show the strain of trying to fit in another half-hour.
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By the third season, however, "Columbo's" show runners had truly mastered the two-hour format. In "A Friend In Deed," Columbo is presented with his greatest challenge — how to catch a killer who is also his supervisor. Richard Kiley plays Deputy Police Commissioner Mark Halperin, who helps establish an alibi for a rich man, Hugh Caldwell, who has just killed his wife.
Halperin then kills his own wife, Margaret, and forces Caldwell to help him make the murder look like the work of an unknown assailant. Columbo, of course, finds contradictions and inconsistencies in both murders, and we follow him as he unravels the truth.
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Any person, in which trouble and drama, follows them everywhere they go.
"Stay away from that chick. She's a total shit magnet."
by D. Gould January 01, 2007
Used in EMS and ER settings. Things are rolling along smoothly until a certain person arrives, then all the weird calls start or we get extremely busy. That person is the Shit Magnet. Most Shit Magnets already are aware of their condition to attract
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Ever tried to make your own sunscreen? A water bottle rocket? How about a cardboard canoe? Eric Wilhelm, founder of Instructables, and Mike Szczys, managing editor at Hackaday.com, discuss their favorite do-it-yourself summer projects. And Bon Appetit's Andrew Knowlton suggests some cooking hacks, like "cooler corn" and turning your BBQ into a smoker.


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Feb. 21, 2007
In Lipscomb's first game against a team ranked number one in the nation in 32 years, three errors contributed to a 16-7 Bisons loss at Vanderbilt on Wednesday, February 21.
The Commodores got on the board in the second, when an error by Bisons' first baseman, Justin Sanders, contributed to three unearned runs.
Vanderbilt added another run in the third inning on an RBI single by centerfielder David Macias.
Four more runs in the fourth increased the Commodores' lead to 8-0.
However, the Bisons climbed back into the game with five runs of their own in the top of the fifth. Donnie Amos led off the inning with a double down the left field line. After Shane Simpkins singled to put runners on the corners, Ryan Wilkins walked to load the bases with no outs. After Branden Cadavid popped out to second for the first out of the inning, Kevin Gavigan doubled down the left field line, scoring two runs, and putting runners on second and third.
The third run of the inning would score on an RBI fielder's choice by Ben Williams. A two out, two RBI single, by Caleb Joseph would conclude the Bisons' scoring in the fifth.
The Bisons would score again in the seventh on a two-run double off the bat of Joseph.
However, the Commodores never let up, scoring in all but two innings.
The Bisons' starter, right-hander John King, received the loss to bring his record to 0-1. In three innings he gave up three earned runs on seven hits, while striking out three.
Eight Lipscomb pitchers combined to give up 16 runs, 10 of which were earned, on 17 hits while walking ten.
Joseph led the Bisons on offense with three hits and four RBIs.
The Bisons are back in action when they take on Ball State on Friday, February 23, at 3 p.m.
Senior right-hander Matt Schnelly is scheduled to take the mound for Lipscomb. In two starts this season, Schnelly is 2-0 with a 1.64 ERA.


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GRAND JUNCTION, Colo.—U.S. Sen. Mark Udall is visiting the Upper Colorado River Endangered Fish Recovery Program.
The historic Grand Valley Diversion Dam at the site is one of only four such dams in the country.
The program is aimed at protecting endangered fish recovery and water development.
The program is a partnership between the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Bureau of Reclamation, and state and local interests.


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Depard – Jingle Bells Punk
This is exactly what the name states. A punk rock version of Jingle Bells! Drums, bass distorted guitars and a touch of festive brass and actual jingle bells. This track is very up beat and a lot of fun. Christmas wouldn't be the same without a rocking holiday anthem, that is why we created Jingle Rock Punk, this punk rock track is ready to get you on your feet! This track is perfect for Holiday backing music, commercials, site intros, corporate events and more. Track is perfectly looped.Catch it while it lasts! Happy Holidays.
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Friday, January 21, 2011
Who wants free money? Seriously!
Our dog needs to fly to the US before we leave for Europe. We were originally planning on shipping him in cargo, but the US has changed their laws making that option impossible. At this point, the only thing we can do is pay a pet moving service nearly 2k to move him or I can fly back and drop him off. Both of those cost a lot of money.
So --and this is where you come in-- I'm looking for a pet courier. If you are going to be flying back to the American Midwest (plus PHX), all you'd need to do is check my dog in with you. My family will be waiting on the other side to get him. It's legal and you'll have nothing to worry about with customs.
While in Korea, I'll take care of all the paperwork and related cost, plus I'll pay you for your "service" and I'll even take care of your bus ride to the airport. If you're in Seoul, my wife and I will take you out to dinner and drinks before this whole thing happens.
In the end, you'll make some extra cash and REALLY help me out.
8 comments:
- KaiWen said...
It would be an honor to embark upon such an Endeavor. I love to travel (especially by plane) and I love asia. I think such a large trip will be a worthy rite of passage for me, as I will be heading to college and be required to live on my own.
All it depends on is the exact dates (I dont want to miss finals, graduation and Im going to Iceland in July) and wether or not my parents trust me enough to travel on my own to such a foreign land. (You know how parents get when their baby grows up and heads off into the world)
Granted I am young, but I have an adventurous spirit and take pleasure in doing good deeds for others. You'll probably find someone more qualified, but just in case, I offer to do the job.
(Kevin B)
- January 25, 2011 at 5:21 AM
- Barbara said...
I came across this website: [http://www.personalizedpettravel.com/]. See if it helps.
- January 28, 2011 at 10:54 PM
- terry said...
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- February 22, 2011 at 1:50 PM
- Giggles Murkowski said...
The suspense is killing me...what happened to your poochy pooch?!?!?
- March 1, 2011 at 2:37 PM
- KaiWen said...
I second Giggles comment. I really would love to do this!
- March 1, 2011 at 2:40 PM
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- Ҝ8 said...
We had the same issue with our Jindo and eventually found a couple willing to sit her, and then fly her to Canada. Wishing you luck in finding helpful souls!
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- Overall Length:9.25"
- Blade Length:4.25"
- Cutting Edge:3.875"
- Blade Thickness:0.13"
- Blade Material:154CM
- Hardness:59 RC
- Blade Style:Spear Point
- Blade Grind:Flat
- Finish:Bead Blast
- Edge Type:Plain
- Handle Length:5.00"
- Handle Thickness:0.40"
- Handle Material:Titanium
- Color:Gray
- Weight:4.16 oz.
- Knife Type:Butterfly
- Brand:Protech
- Model:FlyFather
- Country of Origin:USA
- Best Use:Everyday Carry
- Product Type:Knife
This FlyFather has bead blasted, random heat colored handles, purple anodized pocket clip and random colored latch. The blade is bead blasted 154-CM steel, marked with the Protech logo and "Flyfather 1 of 1". Pictures above are of the actual knife for sale.
Protech's FlyFather butterfly knife is a departure from their traditional lineup of automatic knives, but this balisiong retains the classic blade shape of the Godfather and Godson knives along with the exceptional fit and finish you can expect from every Protech knife.
The handles are comprised of titanium slabs with beveled edges and grooves along the sides. The frame has zen pins and barrel spacer construction while the pivot features 56 ball bearings (14 per pivot side) and set-screw pivots that allow the user to adjust the tension on the blade for smooth, precise action. The latch is rather unique with an arc shape that allows the blade to extend closer to the bottom edge of the handles when closed. An integral stop on the latch prevents it from being hit by the blade. This FlyFather knife sports a flush-mounted, deep carry pocket clip.