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September the 8th in the Year 2011
I long for home.
Each and every morn, the sun rises and climbs a ladder of clouds into the azure vault above, and all the Earth glories in the light of that heavenly Eye. Life breathes in that spark, like tinder drawing the flame, and rises up joyfully, filled with new vigor; the trees seem to shake off the night's shadows in the growing breeze, like sleepers stretching out the knots and bends of sleep; one can almost hear the flowers singing, hymns of thanks to the new day. And the creatures that run and climb, that fly and crawl, all renewed by blessed sleep – sleep without man's torments of Guilt and Doubt and Dread, sleep that is but a respite and never a challenge – they begin the dance of life, spinning and twirling, stepping and leaping, their eyes bright, their hearts racing, blood flowing with strength and warmth as they bow to their partner, the almighty Sun.
But to me, what is this celestial miracle, but another day of struggle, and toil? What greets me with the dawn, what fills me, but misery, melancholy, malaise?
There are challenges to be overcome here, good works to be accomplished – tasks I would set my hand to, were I fit in my heart, in my spirit, to pit my strength against them. By the saints, there are riches to plunder and debauchery to revel in, aye, that as well! But they are not my challenges, and they are not my good works, and it is not my plunder nor my debauchery. For this is not my home. That one fact makes all else seem askew, as though the world, the heavens, the very air and light and the ground under my feet, had all gone awry about me, leaving me – lost.
And so the sleep does not satisfy and the dawn does not invigorate. I wake to each day more fatigued than when I closed my eyes. I tell myself that the new day will bring purpose, purpose that fits me – that what I do, I do for good, for my own benefit and that of my fellow men, whether it be all of humanity I aid or just my brethren, my kinsmen, my countrymen. And though such innocence may appear foolish, still this has always brought fire to my veins, to know only this: that I do the right thing. I always do the right thing. That has ever been enough.
Now it seems that is not enough. For the right thing is not my right thing. It seems I can do right only if I am in the right place.
Look at what I have done here, since my ship was torn from its rightful world. I have saved the Family Lopez, and wrought the fiery destruction of a nest of villains. I have defended the name of Honor. I have met and befriended people of goodness, kindness, and wisdom. I have served my crew, and my beloved ship, and done for them whatever I knew to be best, no matter the cost.
But what have I done, in truth? Nothing but stirred the dust, which does not disappear but swirls up into the air – perhaps sparkling prettily in a ray of light – before settling again, as thick and dead and dry as ever it was. For I have fought and toiled and struggled for months, months that feel like years, like all the centuries I have somehow passed by – and I have won nothing. I have nothing. I have dust.
Aye – and do I ramble on, maudlin and petty and shrewish? Struth, I do. Enough, man.
I long for home. That is all.
Two bells of the First Watch
I know not whether this day's events be for good or for ill; I trust not my own judgment, as my eyes are clouded with visions of the past, and of fair Ireland. As I am not there, I do not see what I should, not without especial effort (for which reason I am ever exhausted, and now I must wonder if dreams and aspirations do give us life and strength, or do suck the same from us, by adding weight to our bent and breaking backs – for there is nothing in this life heavier than a dream unfulfilled. Tcha! I cannot but pine and mope, it seems. Methinks the whiskey has not yet bled out of me. I was ever a pathetic drunk, when I am not violent.). So I will simply record what has occurred, and hope (Again, that demon hope! Or is it an angel, in truth?) that in the writing, clarity may come.
We awoke in the inn where my shipmates carried and succored me. We inquired of the clerk at the desk as to where we should break our fast, and were directed to the complimentary continental breakfast, as it was addressed on signs and pamphlets lauding this inn – a place called Motel 6, which seems a particularly lifeless appellation for a guesting-house. The food was lifeless, as well: a collection of overhard pastry and oversoft fruit, and neither tasting as they should. But we filled our bellies, and our pockets, too, as the food was unwatched, and so we found means to sustain ourselves, if not reason to do so.
We departed the Motel 6 and endeavored to return to the train-hall. This was the last place where we had known direction and purpose, and so we presumed to take up the thread once more where we had held it last. This was somewhat effortful, as my own inebriated wanderings had led us far into the deeps of this place, this Alexandria (Which name is but a lie, for this place is not the glory of a great king, nor the home of the knowledge of the ages.), and so it took most of the morning to retrace our steps. Once we had, it required but a brief consultation, and then we ate and then set out, walking along the path of the dragon-train.
It is a good path: two iron rails set on wooden blocks, atop stones or earth well-packed and flat as the sea without wind. We have walked this path all the remainder of this day, and have climbed some small hills, but not a one that would daunt an auld granny out for a stroll, should she set her cap to the ascent.
It was as we walked this path that the odd events began, of which I mean to write and thus understand. It began soon after we set out. The path crossed a road, and just as we were coming to it, bells began to ring and lights to flash, and then two wooden gates descended at the crossing-point. 'Twas a superfluous warning, for we had seen the beast-wagons before us, and had heard from behind us the trumpeting call of a dragon-train, as well as felt its approach through the vibration of the iron rails below our feet. We raised our speed to a trot and made our way to the gates where the beast-wagons waited – thinking perhaps that the barriers would serve as protection against the dragon's ire, for we trod its path without permission; and for my own self, though Meredith said that not a one of these moving contraptions had life nor thoughts nor passions of its own, not beast-wagon nor dragon-train nor yet the flying monsters above, these air-planes, still I cannot believe that there is no spark there behind those burning eyes on the front of them. Any man who has lived on a sailing ship at sea knows the truth: there is often life where we men see but a dead object.
And perhaps that dragon does not like us very well.
So we reached the road and stood back from the gates as the train passed. Lynch nudged me and nodded to a man who stood astride a contraption that looked to be a crossbreed between a beast-wagon and a bicycle: it had but two wheels and a pair of handles which rotated the bow-wheel, just as the bicycle did, but rather than a bare frame, it had the black-and-silver metal gears and tubes that rumbled and spat blue smoke as much as any beast-wagon. Lynch and I stared, curious, and then I realized that the man astride it was staring back. I nodded and raised a hand in salute, and he did the same – a courtesy I did not, and do not, expect from the common folk of this age and place, and so was happy to receive. I smiled at him, and nodded once more. Then the train was past, and we three set out again in its wake, following the path and thinking nothing more of the man of two wheels.
Until we encountered him again. An hour later or more, and some miles across town – I admit to becoming fatigued whenever I am confronted by the sheer immensity of this place, of these cities, and by the staggering throng of people here, which I find entirely enervating and depressive to my spirits. My god – how can any man stand out and win glory in such a crowd? 'Tis impossible. And if they all recognize the impossibility of individual achievement in such a morass of humanity, why do they continue to breed so many more? Why curse your children to a life of such undignified mediocrity, one face in a crowd of too many? A war, or a good deathly plague – that's what this place needs. Bah. Where was I? Oh yes: some miles later we came to another road-crossing where we again had to move aside for a dragon-train – not surprising, that; they came along that path twice for every turn of the glass, four times in an hour at least – and so we made our way to the gates once more. And there, as we stood and waited for the dragon to pass, lo and behold – the same man, on his beast-cycle. We nodded and waved again, smiling this time in recognition – and then we went our way once more.
We made camp but a few hours later, though the sun was still well above the horizon in these summer months; but MacManus needed rest: he still recovers, as do we all, from our injuries and the ill-use our bodies have seen these last few days. We had reached the edge of a wood, escaping civilization at last, and we made a cheery fire near a small stream some hundred paces off the track – far enough to muffle the roar of the passing dragons, but not so far that we should lose sight of the track we followed – and shared out the rest of our continental breakfast. Lynch set out to hunt with his pistola – my two companions being two of the finest marksmen in my crew, I have left the guns in their hands – while I sat with MacManus and chewed.
And then we were hailed, from the direction of the dragon-track, by a human voice. I leapt to my feet and spun about – and promptly stumbled, my legs more fatigued from the walking than I had suspected, and now grown mainly stiff and clumsy. MacManus, more to the main purpose, had drawn and aimed his pistola – but he lowered it when we saw who it was.
'Twas the man from the beast-cycle.
"Hello!" he called again, coming closer – indifferent or oblivious to MacManus's weapon and my clumsy movements. "Mind if I join you?"
I looked at Shane, who shrugged the decision onto me. I made it. "Nay, friend – come and set yourself. Our third companion should return anon, with meat, by the grace of the gods of this place."
He smiled and swung an enormous rucksack with a metal frame from his shoulders. "Oh, I've got meat, ham-burger and bacon, too. Happy to share, if you like – unless you're partial to squirrel or possum, which is about all your friend is going to bag round here." He stepped close and thrust out his hand to me. "Name's Bob. Bob Brewer." I clasped hands with him, and gave him my name, and Shane's as well. "We would be honored to share your bread – and salt, too, if ye have it." I proffered him the log I had been using as a seat. He availed himself of same, and setting his rucksack between his knees, began to unload it.
"Oh, sure, I got salt. Ketchup and mustard, too, if you don't mind the little packets. I take them from MacDonald's whenever I go there – I figure they owe me something extra for doing them the favor of ignoring how bad the food is. And the service. I've got some hand-wipes too, if you like." He also revealed an iron pan for cooking, and a metal tripod to hold it, the which he set over our little fire, and soon had delicious smells wafting into the air. Lynch returned about then, drawn perhaps by the smell, but more likely by the lack of game – he had spied nothing worth the bullet. Introductions were made, and friendship won by the food sizzling over the fire.
Over the course of the next two hours, this amiable fellow – he is oldish, white-haired and creased about the face and hands, but still hale enough to carry fifty pounds in that rucksack – shared with us his food, including the bizarre sauce called ketchup, which he apparently stole completely shamelessly from this MacDonald (surely not the same one who employed the Lopez brothers?), and his story.
"They call me Brother Bob, most of the time. It's because I used to be a priest – Episcopalian. After I was a chaplain in the war. Veeyetnom, that is. Shows you how old I am, if the snow on top didn't give it away already. But I gave that up after I lost my Janet. Retired, and now I still help out when I can, drive the van on Sundays, or pick up food at cost coe." (I know not if this be a place or a method.) "But I do it now only when, and because, I want to. For love, not duty. So most folks who know me call me Brother Bob.
"When I'm not at the church, or helping out my replacement, I like to ride my Harley" (Surely the name of his beast-cycle, which he treats as a steed – is it alive, this Harley? Perhaps.) "around town and just – see what I see. And you know what I saw today?
"I saw three guys following the train tracks. Casual, calm, not looking for anything missing, not running away from anything they'd rather miss. Just – riding the rails, or at least walking 'em. It made me think. It made me remember how, when I was a kid, I read a book called On the Road, and another one called Travels With Charley. And these books made me want to – to do this, I guess. Drop everything, go out my front door, pick a direction, and start traveling. Be a hoe-bow, for a while.
"You fellows looked like you were doing just exactly that. And having a good time about it, too. So how about it? Can I walk with you?"
We looked at each other, at our weak bodies, fast fatigued and recovering but slowly – walking this far, without any burden, had worn us to the bone. We looked at this man, who had walked nigh as far, in less time, and carrying a third of his weight again on his back. We looked at the food he had so kindly and openly shared. Perhaps (though I doubt it) I was the only one who had seen into the rucksack, which he had left gaping wide open, and seen no weapons; perhaps I was the only one (though I doubt this, as well) who thought that a priest, even an unfrocked one, would be helpful in gaining the trust of others we might come across, yet would himself stand no threat to we three.
I had but one question. "Why do you seek to leave your home? You have not even asked where we go, nor how long we will be traveling."
Brother Bob sighed and thought over his answer for a moment. Then he took a sip of water, held in a tin cup dipped in the stream (and more delicious than fine wine, that water was), and spoke. "Each and every morning, the sun rises up and shines down on the Earth, on the plants, on the animals, on men. And it is beautiful, the way life comes to everything in that light, in that warmth. Everything just seems to sparkle, to sing and dance and shout for joy, even.
"But when you've been in the same place for twenty years, when you've seen the same plants and the same animals, the same streets and the same buildings and the same people, each and every morning for two decades, then the sparkle doesn't seem so bright. It starts to seem tired. It starts to look drab, as though there's a coating of dust on it. And when that happens, the only thing you can do is get up and get moving: the wind of the road will blow that dust right off, and bring that shine back. I love my home – but sometimes you have to pull up your roots and move around some, see the world and the wonders in it. See something new. You know?"
I nodded then. I was startled to hear him echo my thoughts from the morning, and to hear that he felt some of the same melancholy – but for reasons entirely opposite, and with the opposite solution, therefore. I tried to understand why a man would want to leave his home. I looked around me, and I think I saw some of what he saw, some of the world he spoke of, in words so close to my own, but with meaning entirely different. I felt weight lifting from my shoulders. Perhaps it will be back, but for now – it may be that scales have fallen from my eyes. Priest, indeed.
"Welcome aboard, mate," said I.
Now we are four.


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Art For Life Philly Honors Jane Golden, Judy Brodsky and James Brantley!
October 15, 2018
Filed under Local Events, Local Organizations, Media, Opportunities, Resources, Shops & Galleries
On Saturday, November 3rd, Danny Simmons, and Rush Arts
invite you to the inaugural Art For Life Philadelphia!
Honoring Jane Golden of Mural Arts; artist, printmaker, professor, art activist Judy Brodsky, and artist James Brantley at this years' Art For Life Philadelphia at The Painted Bride. Join us at #ArtForLifePhilly as we celebrate our honorees; showcase the #ArtForLifePhilly Art Auction featuring works by Derrick Adams, Rashid Johnson, Shepard Fairey & more; and continue to expand and highlight those central to our Rush Arts Philly mission: the youth & artists that bring our work to life!
Saturday, November 3rd, 2018
The Painted Bride, Philadelphia, PA
6p Arrivals & Cocktails
7p Program
For additional information or to purchase tickets visit: http://rushphilanthropic.org/artforlifephilly/.
Rush Arts Philadelphia (RAP), a project of Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation (RPAF), has announced the honorees for the 2018 ART FOR LIFE PHILLY benefit on November 3, 2018 at the Painted Bride Art Center in Philadelphia. It is the first time Art for Life is being held in Philadelphia. The honorees are Judith Brodsky, founder of the Brodsky Center which recently relocated to the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Art (PAFA) from Rutgers University; Philadelphia figure and portrait painter James Brantley; and Jane Golden, executive director of Mural Arts Philadelphia.
Artist, poet and philanthropist Danny Simmons founded RAP in 2016 after relocating his home to Philadelphia from Brooklyn, NY. Simmons decided to locate RAP in the Logan section of Philadelphia to spur a revitalization of the neighborhood through the arts. Since RAP's founding the organization has offered visual and performing arts classes to children and adults, including free progressive, multi-week programs, and exhibitions that have provided exposure to emerging artists and curators of color, while also introducing the Logan residents to high-quality fine art. RAP has exhibition and programming partnerships with the Barnes Foundation, Art Sanctuary, PAFA, the African American Museum in Philadelphia (AMMP), and Mural Arts Philadelphia (MAP), among others.
For Art for Life Philly, Danny Simmons hopes to create a new cannot miss event, with a more accessible ticket price starting at $150. Donors can further support the event by purchasing art donated by visual artists for the occasion.
ART FOR LIFE PHILLY's hosts are Angela and Vanessa Simmons, nieces of Danny Simmons. Angela and Vanessa were recently elected to the board of RPAF. Manayunk real estate development and entrepreneur, and Angela and Vanessa's colleague on the PRAF board Lenny Bazemore serves as co-host andJo-Jo Simmons will serve as honorary co-host.
For additional information or to purchase tickets visit: http://rushphilanthropic.org/artforlifephilly/.
Kysaa – Pure Fashion
November 7, 2013
Filed under Interviews, Member Spotlight, Shops & Galleries
Handmade Philly got the chance to interview Kinjal Mehta, a handmade artist from Philadelphia. Kinjal runs a shop called Kysaa – Pure Fashion. Come with me to take a peek into the creative world of Kinjal Mehta.
Where does the name of your shop come from?
Kysaa is a Swedish name which means Pure.
Can you tell us a little bit about yourself? Who are you and what do you do?
I am a freelance designer. After studying fashion design at Parsons Design school I started my label Kysaa.
Why do you do what you do?
I love fashion and I believe in living with style. Kysaa is my effort to spread pure fashion to all the beautiful people out there.
How do you create when you don't feel particularly creative?
Whenever I am down, I look at the work of my favorite designers, go shopping take a day of to get some inspiration.
When did you start?
I have been into designing and fashion for about 5 years but I started my shop a year back.
Where do you want to go with this?
I want to create hi-end designer label that is all handmade and customized.
What memorable responses have you had to your work?
Wow, thats beautiful, how long does it take to knit that, you are so creative, etc.
What is your dream project?
To knit a couture piece, dress or gown.
What's the best piece of advice you've been given?
To believe in yourself and to do something you love in life and not just with the goal of earning money.
Professionally, what's your goal?
To establish a successful brand.
Can you describe the time when you first realized that creating was something you absolutely had to do?
I have always wanted to design; I used to design my clothes as kid too, so it has always been my thing to make something.
Which of your handmade pieces is your favorite?
I love all of them as each one is unique but my fave is the orange wrap and black shrug with back design.
What would you call your style?
Elegant, chic and sophisticated.
Did you ever feel like giving up?
Yes lot of times, as it's been hard for me to spread word out of my work but somehow I always get my inspiration back.
What's the best thing about being a handmade artist?
Your freedom and being your own boss.
What's the worst thing about being a handmade artist?
It's a struggle to spread out the word and so to earn a living.
Any advice you want to give anyone starting up a business of their own?
It's going to be hard but hang in there because nothing else will give you satisfaction than doing what you love.
What is the first craft project you remember making?
Making my first scarf for my Spiritual Guru, it gave me so much happiness and satisfaction.
What are some of the ways you promote your work?
I am a part of Philly's Raw artist community, where I did a fashion show and was nominated for the Philadelphia Fashion Designer for the Year. I also promote social networks too. I have also opened my shop on Zibbet and Threadflip besides Etsy.
Let our readers in on some of the frustrations behind the work, or an especially difficult project.
The biggest frustration with knitting is you can't go wrong, it's difficult to get accurate fit. And since the whole piece is made from one thread, you can't easily alter the design, patterns once made.
Where else can we find you?
Facebook- kysaa | Twitter @kysaak
Tumblr- http://kysaa.tumblr.com
Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/kysaak/boards/
About the Author: Niesha Kennedy-Robinson is a lover of things handmade. Besides being a wife and a mother, she is the owner and operator of Wee Bit Trendy, a small online shop that provides Handmade Faux Treats for Baby. She loves DIY (why buy when you can DIY), and doing PR for Sharp with Art Group and West Park Arts Festival and giving back to her community by volunteering for different organizations.
Your Pink Angels Pink Pop Up Boutique
October 10, 2013
Filed under Handmade Philly Events, Local Events, Local Organizations, Opportunities, Resources, Shops & Galleries, Uncategorized
Tags: breast cancer, handmade philly, handmade philly events, member events
Come shop, network and listen to LIVE music while encouraging cancer survivors. Meet some of your Handmade Philly members who will be vending at this event.
Boutique featuring shoes, jewelry and custom made items, clothing and more.
Sun October 27, 2013 3-7 pm
Soup Factory Studio
6143 Germantown Avenue
A portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to cancer focused organizations.
Knitted Luxury for Women, Children & Home by Jemma Helliker
June 6, 2013
Filed under Interviews, Local Events, Member Spotlight, Shops & Galleries, Uncategorized
Tags: 30th street, handmade, handmade philly, handmade philly interviews, jemma helliker, knitting, Philadelphia, yarn
Jemma Helliker is a fellow Handmade Philly member and is on the Handmade Philly Etsy Team. Her shop, Squidge & Bean, contains hand-knit accessories crafted from the finest merino and alpaca wool sourced from independent hand dyers from the USA and Uruguay. Each item is lovingly created by Jemma in my smoke-free, pet-free home. We got a chance to ask her a few questions about exactly what it is that she does. Check it out below.
Where does the name of your shop come from?
Squidge & Bean comes from my children's nicknames. Squidge is my adorably bossy almost four-year-old daughter and Bean is my frighteningly fearless almost two-year-old son. As my children inspire so much of my work, it is only natural that my shop is named after them.
Can you tell us a little bit about yourself? Who are you and what do you do?
I am originally from the great city of Newcastle-upon-Tyne (think the Brown Ale) in England. Eight years ago I followed my heart and moved to Philly.
While here, I have had quite a journey. I first became a middle-school teacher, then I became a mum, and now I design and create hand-knitted accessories for Squidge & Bean and sell my items online and at craft fairs.
I'm happy to say my British roots are still alive and kicking; I am unable to get through a day without multiple cups of tea with milk and I continue to insist it is pronounced, "tom-are-toe".
What is your favorite…
Color: Purple
Animal: Elephant
Season: Spring
Movie: Dirty Dancing
Book: Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte
What would you call your style?
My style is classic and simple. I am committed to using only independently produced animal and plant-based yarns and I create items that allow the yarn to be the star.
When and where did you start?
My grandma and mother introduced me to the art of knitting on a cold winter evening in 2009. They patiently fixed my mistakes as I struggled through my first baby beanie. The finished hat was ugly, but I was hooked.
Knitting is my addiction and now my work. I dream about new patterns and spend my free time experimenting and creating new accessories out of beautiful yarns.
What kind of creative patterns, routines or rituals do you have?
I have transformed a corner of the spare bedroom into my studio/office space. With two small kids, it is a little difficult to create any sort of regular pattern and routine, but during naptimes (if I'm lucky) and in the evenings I love to retreat to "the office" to design, create, and enjoy some quiet time.
Do you listen to music when you create?
I'm a Pandora addict. The Mumford and Sons station is my current favorite.
What are you working on at the moment?
I'm busy getting ready for the 30th Street Craft Fair on June 15th. I love the challenge of creating knits for spring and summer. For the kids, I'm working on Montessori inspired toys, for the home, I'm creating beautiful covers for vases and candle holders, and for her, I'm working on a range of detachable collars and yoga socks.
What memorable responses have you had to your work?
Custom orders always produce the best responses from customers. There is something very special about developing a relationship with a customer and picturing them as I work. Last year, I worked with a great customer to create a pair of cashmere fingerless mittens for her cousin. They turned out fabulously and I keep her happy feedback and photos close by if I'm ever in need of motivation.
What's the best thing about being a handmade artist?
Creating beautiful things with my hands.
What's the worst thing about being a handmade artist?
Too many ideas and not enough time.
Where do you see yourself in ten years?
In ten years I would love to be working on Squidge & Bean full time. I hope to not only be knitting, but also producing my own yarns and teaching others how to knit. And who knows, maybe in ten years I may have some folks helping me achieve all this!
If you could give one piece of advice to a new etsy seller, what would it be?
I'm still new to Etsy, but the one thing that has stood out to me is the importance of good photography. Learn how to take drool-worthy photographs and get familiar with the photo-editing tools on your computer. I am amazed by the improvements to my photos with a few clicks.
How do you keep in touch with the public?
I update my blog, closeknitblog.wordpress.com, with behind the scenes news and updates and Etsy treasuries inspired by my life.
You can also keep in touch with me on Facebook (squidgeandbean.facebook.com), follow me on Twitter (@squidgebean) and shop online at squidgeandbean.etsy.com and in person the 30th Street Craft Fair on June 15th.
Handmade Philly Etsy Treasury
May 23, 2013
Filed under Local Organizations, Member Spotlight, Shops & Galleries
Tags: accessories, clothing, for philly by philly, handmade, handmade philly, handmade with love, home decor, Philadelphia, shoes
Just wanted to show some love to my fellow Handmade Philly Etsy Members. I created an Etsy Treasury of some of the coolest items handmade by Philadelphians.
Handmade Philly
Niesha Kennedy-Robinson is a lover of things handmade. Besides being a wife and a mother, she is the owner and operator of Wee Bit Trendy, a small online shop that provides Handmade Faux Treats for Baby. She loves DIY (why buy when you can DIY), and doing PR for Sharp with Art Group and West Park Arts Festival.
Handmade Philly Member Feature: Danni M
May 16, 2013
Filed under Gift Guides, Local Events, Local Organizations, Member Spotlight, Shops & Galleries
Tags: a Stitch in Design, Art, Community, Craft, creative challenge, Design, Events, gift, gift guide, gifts, handmade, handmade philly, italian market, italian visitors center
Danni Morinich, a member of Handmade Philly was given the opportunity to create a soap for The Italian Market Visitors Center. She lives in the neighborhood, she was not only honored to be asked, but so pleased at the result.
If you're in the neighborhood for the Italian Festival Saturday, May 18th and Sunday, May 19th, stop by and see how she worked with the Italian Market Visitors Center to create a soap with an appearance that pays homage to the originators of the market in fragrances that are a nod to the importance of food in the market.
These gems make perfect gifts for the tourist, the foodie or those who still call Philly home while taking up residence elsewhere.
This soap is available exclusively at the Italian Market Visitors Center 919 S. 9th Street (Just south of 9th and Christian between Montrose Street and Salter Street (215) 278-2903.
Niesha Kennedy-Robinson is a lover of things handmade. Besides being a wife and a mother, she is the owner and operator of Wee Bit Trendy, a small online shop that provides Handmade Faux Treats for Baby. She loves DIY (why buy when you can DIY), and doing PR for Sharp with Art Group and West Park Arts Festival
Featured Handmade Phillyer: Meet Alyse Schulte
May 9, 2013
Filed under Interviews, Local Events, Media, Shops & Galleries
Where does your shop name "Random Lake" come from?
The name Random Lake comes from a small town right outside where my aunt lives in Wisconsin. Not only is it a beautiful town, I felt the name described a lot about me and my design.
Can you tell us a little bit about yourself? Who are you and what do you do?
I am a new Etsy seller myself, and I would definitely say put your all into it. Every time you have an idea, do it! You'll most likely end up with an awesome piece for your shop.
Do you listen to music when you create?
I usually have music, a podcast, or the tv on, but it's really only background noise. I usually in my own head when I am working.
Have you had formal training?


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Architect: Mauran, Russell & Crowell
277 ft. 21 floors
Status: Still in use as office space and the Famous-Barr store.
It is perhaps the most lavishly ornamented building in the entire city.
Built as the Railway Exchange, it is now named for Famous-Barr, its principal occupant.
The building is now connected to the St. Louis Center mall, which has unfortunately suffered severely declining business in the last few years.


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McClaren silencing critics with FC Twente
Steve McClaren is making the clouds go away at FC Twente.
It's worth saying quietly as he was probably the most derided England manager, possibly ever, certainly since Graham Taylor. Nonetheless, McClaren has been one of the unsung success stories in European football this season.
After taking over at Twente Enschede back in the summer of 2008 after, as the Independent put it in one of his few interviews with the English media since moving to the Netherlands, he left England under a rain cloud, he has revitalised the club from the rural Eastern part of the country.
He will be forever remembered for the damning image of him watching impotently from beneath his umbrella at Wembley as England's chances of qualifying for Euro 2008 were washed away by Croatia.
>McClaren was sacked from the England job in November 2007
But if Twente do lift the Dutch title for the first time in 83 years, he might be able to hold his head up high back home again.
Twente - or the Tukkers, as they are nicknamed - last won the Eredivisie in 1926, when they were known as Sportclub Enschede. The closest they had come to repeating that feat before McClaren's arrival was when they finished runners-up in 1974.
In his first season at the club, McClaren again took them back to second place, while they also got to the Dutch Cup final and were very unlucky to miss out on making the Champions League group stages, losing out on away goals to Sporting Lisbon.
This season, Twente are currently on top of the Dutch first division at the halfway point - as they have been from three games into the campaign - and are unbeaten in their 18 matches.
So how has McClaren done so well in the Netherlands when he was such a disappointment during his 16-month stint in the England job?
Well, there are obvious differences in scale between being the coach of one of the world's leading football nations and a club in a league that is arguably only the sixth most prestigious or powerful in Europe - after the big five of England, Spain, Italy, Germany and France.
Nevertheless, given Twente's resources, with the club historically overshadowed by the likes of Ajax, Feyenoord and PSV, McClaren has done a remarkable job, akin to his achievements at Middlesbrough, and gained huge respect in the Netherlands for his tactical astuteness.
He also realised that Twente still lacked a little creativity and firepower up front last season, despite their exploits, and managed to snatch Costa Rican international Bryan Ruiz from under the noses of Dutch champions AZ Alkmaar, as well as acquiring the Slovakian midfielder Miroslav Stoch on loan from Chelsea.
The pair have scored 13 and eight goals respectively so far this season and have arguably been the best signings in the Eredivisie this season.
Credit should also go to Twente's seemingly ageless DR Congo-born Swiss international Blaise Nkufo, who has been scoring prodigiously since he arrived at the club in 2003. The 34-year-old striker has also bagged eight goals this season.
If Twente do manage to hold off the challenge of PSV, who are also unbeaten this term, then history might subsequently be a little kinder to the man who has been cruelly dubbed "the wally with the brolly".
McClaren signed a one-year extension to his contract in October, which means he is tied to Twente until the end of next season, and has made no secret of the fact that he would like to lead them in the Champions League group stages.
However, he has also been open about wanting to make a return to the Premier League sometime soon.
And it would come as no surprise to see a club pay good money to bring him back to England this summer.
Comments on the piece in the space provided. Other questions on European football to firstname.lastname@example.com, and I'll pick out a couple for next week. I don't need your full address but please put the town/city and country where you come from. Thanks.
From last week's postbag:
I was just wondering about how TSG Hoffenheim are doing after an amazing first season. I can see them doing reasonably well being eighth in the table but has the squad changed much or anything else important? Is Europe a realistic target for them?
Lukas Roper
In the last six weeks or so, Hoffenheim have been struggling with injury problems and they now haven't won in five games. With the long winter break in Germany, that means they haven't actually got three points since their 4-0 away win at Koln in November. Europe is still a possibility if they can turn things around, but I'm pessimistic. For the 2-0 loss at Bayern Munich, Hoffenheim were missing two key players: Nigerian international striker Chinedu Obasi, who has got five goals this season but who is at the Africa Cup of Nations, and the impressive Brazilian midfielder Carlos Eduardo, who has a knee injury. In addition, Tobias Weis, Mathias Jaissle and Prince Tagoe are all also injured at the moment.
It seems as though Italian teams have lost their way a little bit over the last couple of years in Europe. Is this maybe a temporary slump in the standard or quality of Italian football, or is Italian football going down a sorry road?
Andrew Keirs Kesa
I definitely don't think that Italian football is going down a sorry road. Italian teams haven't dominated the Champions League in the last couple of years, with Spanish and English teams in the ascendancy, but these things tend to go in cycles. Remember AC Milan won in 2003 and 2007 and look as though they are starting to get into their stride once again. Inter may have not been quite as impressive in their Serie A matches in recent weeks as they were at the start of the season, but they are still a danger. The forthcoming last-16 matches, with AC Milan v Manchester United and Inter v Chelsea, could very conceivably see Italian sides assert themselves at the expense of the current top two in the Premier League. Juventus and Roma could also progress a long way in the Europa League. I wouldn't be surprised to see one of them win it, despite Juve's recent problems (see last week's blog).


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Waterkloof Guest House, Pretoria, South Africa
- Free WiFi and free parking
- Collect nights
Great Location , pleasant helpful staff and service, very clean
Great location with very friendly and helpful staff
Waterkloof Guest House, Pretoria, South Africafrom NZ$126
- Standard Room, 1 Double Bed
- King Suite (Private Patio)
- Executive Suite (Spa Bath)
- Family Room, Multiple Beds
- Family Room
- Self-catering Room
What's around Waterkloof Guest House, Pretoria, South Africa
Top spots nearby
Recommended by this property
- Pretoria Country Club (5-minute walk)
- Brooklyn Mall (19-minute walk)
- Menlyn Park Shopping Centre (23-minute walk)
- Loftus Versfeld Stadium (39-minute walk)
- UNISA (5.6 km)
- Union Buildings (5.9 km)
- State Theatre (6.8 km)
- Voortrekker Monument (7.7 km)
Getting around
- Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 31 min drive
- Pretoria (PRY-Wonderboom) - 23 min drive
- Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria) - 39 min drive
- Airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Area shuttle (surcharge)
At a glance
Key facts
- 27 rooms
Check-in and check-out
- Check-in time 2 PM-11:00 PM
- Check-out time is 10 AM
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation.
24-hour airport shuttle service is available on request. Fees may apply. Contact the property in advance to make arrangements.
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Travelling with others
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Babysitting/childcare *
- Pets allowed (dogs only) *
- Free WiFi and wired Internet access in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
- Airport shuttle (available 24 hours) *
- Free self parking
- Area shuttle *
Payment types at the property
At the property
- Continental breakfast (surcharge)
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- Poolside bar
- Room service (during limited hours)
- Barbecue grills
- Water dispenser
- Outdoor pool
- Spa services on site
- Business center
- Number of meeting rooms - 2
- Conference center
- Computer station
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Concierge services
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Laundry facilities
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Designated smoking areas
- Garden
- Picnic area
- Terrace
- Library
- Television in common areas
- Roll-in shower
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Afrikaans
- English
- Xhosa
- Zulu
In the room
- Air conditioning
- Minibar
- Iron/ironing board
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Premium bedding
- Balcony or patio
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- 32-inch plasma TV
- Premium TV channels
- Desk
- Free WiFi
- Phone
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe
Waterkloof Guest House, Pretoria, South Africa's small print
Also known as
- Waterkloof Guest House Guesthouse Pretoria
- Waterkloof Guest House Guesthouse
- Waterkloof Guest House Pretoria
- Waterkloof House Pretoria
- Waterkloof Pretoria
- Waterkloof Guest House Pretoria
- Waterkloof Guest House Guesthouse
- Waterkloof Guest House Guesthouse Pretoria
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds.
For transfers, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival at the number on the booking confirmation.
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 100 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability, amount varies)
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 75.00 per person (approximately)
Babysitting/childcare is available for an extra charge
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of ZAR 150 per pet, per night
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 650.00 per room (roundtrip)
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
We have included all charges provided to us by this property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the unit you book.
Recent reviews
Fabulous 8.8 From 7 reviews
very nice hotel. only stayed overnight but pleasant stay
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When my husband and I were planning our, he had one task: find the officiant. The internet was new and the wedding industry hadn't gone online yet. He got a list of retired judges from the Cook County courthouse, chose one and brushed off his hands. He was done with his part of the wedding. Meanwhile, I found an artisan typesetter to print the invitations, located a woman in Chicago to bake our cake, communicated with the florist, choose a string trio for the ceremony, and found dresses for my daughter and me. There was no wedding party, so I didn't need to choose bridesmaids' dresses, we decided we didn't need programs, and the dinner menu for the reception was
More couples plan their weddings together
Ground rules for conflict resolution
Let's face it; arguments are an inevitable part of relationships. You've heard "Don't sweat the small stuff and it's all small stuff," but it's the small stuff that gets under our skin and makes us crazy. It takes great self-control to not snap the one hundredth time you hear your partner tell an anecdote that you didn't think was all that amusing or interesting the first time. Here are some guidelines for handling those inescapable moments. Wait until you're calm to discuss the problem. Telling your partner what he or she did to bug you (this time) while your knickers are in a twist will only exacerbate the situation and will most likely make the other person feel defensive. Walk
Wedding programs
Some couples like to have a program for their wedding ceremony and I've seen some creative ones. The best are programs that double as fans for outdoor weddings in the summer, either a piece of card stock mounted to a tongue depressor or five collapsible petals joined with a rivet that pull out to create a fan. All of the programs act as an order of service, telling the guests what ceremony elements will be included. Many also list the wedding party and parents of the couple. Some, like my sister's, serve as elaborate thank-you notes, expressing gratitude to the guests for coming, the families for nurturing, and friends for their love and companionship. A program can also list the
Happily ever after
We all realize (most of us, anyway) that fairy tales are just that. We are not damsels in distress, we can take care of our own problems (again, most of us, anyway). Prince Charming won't swoop in to rescue us. We may have an Evil Stepmother (or boss or neighbor), but we have the power to change unpleasant situations. And yet most movies and books about relationships have a happy ending. Opposites finally find common ground, the star-crossed lovers are united at last, the One That Got Away comes back and true love reigns forever and ever. It's easy to believe that the same will happen for us. I officiated a wedding years ago with a princess theme. The bride
Extravagant weddings may increase your chance of divorce
I always say that your wedding is the biggest party you will ever host (hopefully). But how lavish should it be? The average wedding in the United States costs close to $30,000 according to The Knot. Research shows that the more you spend on your wedding, the likelier your marriage will end in divorce. Spending more than $20,000 increases your risk of divorce 1.6 times as compared to spending between $5000 and $10,000. Even an expensive engagement ring increases your probability of divorce. A $2000 to $4000 ring ups your divorce risk 1.3 times compared to a $500 to $2000 ring. (Research done by Andrew Francis and Hugo Mialon at Emory University who studied 3151 couples.) The couples who had
Catering your own wedding after-party and brunch
When my husband and I were dating, I lived in the Milwaukee area and he lived in Chicago. Most of my friends and family lived in Wisconsin and the majority of his kith and kin were in Chicago, with other relatives coming in from Manhattan. Since we were buying a house just outside of Chicago and moving into it a month before our wedding, we booked a venue in Chicago thinking that would make things easier to plan and implement. Like most couples, we had many expenses to try to balance: new house, moving expenses, wedding and reception, and honeymoon. We also had a lot of out-of-town guests to entertain. We booked a mid-level venue for our ceremony and reception
Are you getting cold feet?
It's the week—or day or hour—before your wedding and you're getting cold feet. Should you call it off? Deciding to get married is one of the biggest decisions you will make. Ever. You know not to treat it lightly, but how seriously should you treat those cold feet? When your fiancé proposed to you, you were probably caught up in the excitement of the moment. Of course you said yes! Then you started planning—setting the date, finding the venue, selecting bridesmaids and groomsmen, creating wedding hairstyle and floral bouquet boards on Pinterest. The week (or day or hour) before your ceremony may be the first chance you've had to think this through. We typically put many days, if not weeks,
Why do some marriages fail?
The American divorce rate is falling and that may be good news for your marriage. It is now around 35 to 40%. One factor that has contributed to the decreasing rate is the feminist movement of the 1970s, which has helped reduce gender roles within households and helped women (and men) to feel more satisfied with their lives and marriages. Another factor has been people marrying later in life compared to the 1950s and 60s. People who are more mature know themselves better, make better decisions and are more able to work out their differences. They may also not feel that their marriages are holding them back, keeping them from having fulfilling lives because they are finishing their education and establishing
Why not have a winter wedding!
Did you get engaged this holiday season? If so, congratulations! The next step will be to choose a date for your wedding. Some couples like a date that's easy to remember. Others choose one that seems lucky or auspicious, such as 7/7/07 or 12/13/14. Most couples will decide on the time of year they'd like to get married and work around that. May, June, September and October are the most popular months, but why not consider a winter wedding? They average engagement period in the United States is thirteen to eighteen months. If you are recently engaged, there's plenty of time to plan a wedding for next January or February. One of the advantages to having a winter wedding include


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Today marks Day 1 of 4 of the Clear Dollar Stamps sneak peeks for our July 1st release. There are a number of absolutely amazing sets - I can't wait to show you what I've been working on this month. The first set is My Little Ballerina. Isn't she too cute? The set comes with two ballerinas, a wand with ribbons, and a number of incredibly cute sentiments. As you know, I get a lot of inspiration from my DP and these cards are no exception. I love the first card with the combination of purple, pink and green - definitely a girly combination. I've been slowly collecting Tombow markers (available at CDS) and I've been playing with them for my coloring. I've tried to keep the card relatively simple to highlight the set.
ALL CDSTAMPS USED: My Little Ballerina
CS AND PAPERS: PTI White, Certainly Celery, Basic Grey DP (Euphoria Collection), Watercolor Paper
INK: Versafine Onyx Black
MARKERS: Tombows – 090, 772, 723, 665, 055, 623, 679, 993 Copic – B00
ACCESSORIES AND EMBELLISHMENTS: Circle and Scalloped Circle Nestabilities, Rectangle and Scalloped Rectangle Nestabilities, Clear Detail Embossing Powder, Ribbon, Rhinestones, Tombow Markers, Aquapainter
COLORING MEDIUM: Markers
SPECIAL TECHNIQUES: Watercoloring
My second card uses a different image from this set. She's just so cute- makes you want to put on a tutu and start dancing. But don't worry I won't put you through watching me dance - it's a rather scary sight!
ALL CDSTAMPS USED: My Little Ballerina
CS AND PAPERS: PTI White, Old Olive, My Mind's Eye DP, Watercolor Paper
INK: Versafine Onyx Black
MARKERS: Tombows – 126, N89, 723, 992, 990, 850, 772, 133, 761 Copic B00
ACCESSORIES AND EMBELLISHMENTS: Swirly Clip, Ribbon, Dew Drops, Corner Rounder, Tombow Markers, Aquapainter, Crystal Stickles
COLORING MEDIUM: Markers
SPECIAL TECHNIQUES: Watercoloring
Make sure you check out what the other girls have been up to.
Also showing this set are: Kim, Nancy, Shawne, Candy and Laurie (everyone's blogs are listed in my sidebar)
Other sets being shown today are:
Sheltering Lights - Kim, Katie, Linda, Nancy, Cassie, Candy and Laurie
Shining Strength - Kim, Linda, Nancy, Sarah, Stacy, Candy and Laurie
Lost In Space - Kim, Tori, Stacy, Candy and Laurie (me too)
I'll be back later on with my samples for Lost in Space!!!
Saturday, June 27, 2009
CDS Sneak Peek - My Little Ballerina
5 comments:
- Cassie said...
Super cute ballerinas, Angela! Your layouts are wonderful ;D
- June 27, 2009 at 6:14 AM
- Stacy Morgan said...
Two very sweet cards!
- June 27, 2009 at 7:27 AM
- Mrs. Nancy G said...
Love the layouts and colors!
- June 27, 2009 at 3:47 PM
- Shawne said...
You are so funny! I don't care how scary your dancing is because I love what you did with these stamps! they both look great from the colors to the layouts, I love them!
- June 28, 2009 at 7:32 AM
- Ann said...
Super sweet! I love those girls!
- June 28, 2009 at 3:04 PM
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Take The COMET On The Go! Partnership with Lyft and Uber
August 13, 2019
The COMET is helping you go around the Columbia Metropolitan Area easily! The COMET will pay up to $5.00 for ridesharing trips that start and end in The COMET fixed route service area on Lyft and Uber through the following two programs:
- COMET @ Night: Seven days a week between 9 p.m. and 3 a.m., apply the promo code which are available on board the inside of The COMET buses to get the up to $5.00 discount.
- COMET To The Market: Seven days a week between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m., apply the promo code COMETMARKET18 on Lyft and COMETMARKET1717
on Uber and your trip must originate or end at the following fresh food markets:
- Walmart & Walmart Neighborhood Market
- BiLo
- Kroger
- The Fresh Market
- Whole Foods Market
- Aldi
- Blossom Shop
- Food Lion
- Gourmet Shoppe
- La Estrella Supermarket
- Lowe's Fresh Food
- Ole Timey Meat Market
- Piggy Wiggly
- Publix
- Rosewood Market & Deli
- Sam's Club
- Costco
- Save-A-Lot
- State Farmer's Market
- Target
- Trader Joes
- Earth Fare
- Supermercado El Mariachi
COMET To The Market can only be used twice a week per passenger. Anything over $5.00 is the responsible of the passenger. The code must be entered to receive the discount.
To get started, please download the Uber and Lyft app from App Store (iPhone) or Google Play (Android). If you do not have a smartphone or require mobility device access, please call (803) 255-7124 to request service.
For additional information, call (803) 255-7100 or Download the FAQ Sheet.
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Copy localisation
What do you do if English is not your first language and you need clear, concise localised marketing materials to attract an English speaking audience?
Commission a native English-speaking copywriter with localisation skills and experience to help!
Why good translation isn't enough
Getting copy translated into English is only the first step. If it is to be effective and bring you results, your copy needs to connect with your intended audience. That means getting the tone of voice, the flow and message correct.
Shaping translated words, or words that have been written by a non-native English speaker, into a correct and powerful message can only come with a thorough understanding of English.
But more than that, effective localisation for an English speaking market needs an expert who can create copy that connects with its target audience. And across all written mediums: websites, brochures, leaflets and more.
How I can help with localisation of your marketing materials
I've been a copywriter for over eight years, since I left my role as Head of Press and PR with Nikon UK.
Part of my role with Nikon involved taking copy that had been written by other nationalities and shaping it into clear English that also engaged Nikon's target market.
I've continued to work for clients who do not have English as their first language, localising their marketing materials. I help them to reach their English speaking audiences with concise yet emotive copy that reflects the company's personality and attracts both existing and potential clients.
Why well written marketing materials matter
Caring about how your company is presented is the first step in gaining a foothold in a new market. Marketing materials are often an introduction to a company, therefore they should be its ambassadors.
Failing to get your message across or failing to engage your target audience can damage your company's chances of gaining business in a new environment.
About my clients
My clients include a German company whose headquarters is in Switzerland. They have branches worldwide and I receive copy written in English by many different nationalities.
They commission me to rewrite it so that it reads well, is written for their intended audience, and reflects the company style and tone of voice.
I've also worked with another large German company on scripts for a presentation that was part of a divisional conference.
The scripts had been written by French, Spanish and German nationals and I was commissioned to make them read and flow well in English.
Additionally I've worked with individual business owners who include German, Polish, and Albanian speakers.
So why not contact me at firstname.lastname@example.com and let me help you make sure your marketing materials speak with confidence in English?


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Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Monday, December 28, 2009
Saturday, December 26, 2009
Decades Pass
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Daylight Remix: Ninjasonik
love to Jah Jah.
Monday, December 21, 2009
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Merry Christmas!
Saturday, December 19, 2009
R. Stevie Moore.
Friday, December 18, 2009
The Juan Maclean.
Blue Print 2.2
Normally I dont repost, but this idea is pretty awesome. Haven't heard it yet cause the audio no worky on my computer, so I'll let the guy who made it speak for himself...
So over the last few weeks, I've put together my own edit of Jay-Z's The Blueprint 2 using tracks from the original album, the 2.1 re-release, and other Jay-Z tracks of the time period. I've also made a few surgical cuts to the tracks themselves (shortened intros/outros, removed unnecessary guests, etc.) all in the name of making a better, more "Blueprint" worthy listening experience. And all of which is documented in the liner notes that come with it... Thanks Dave. Get your music on
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Kid Cudi: Pursuit of Happiness
Cool video though...HD high speed in slow mo makes everything look cooler.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Double Dutch
Stay Positive Folks. Whole Slew of mixes coming soon to close out the year.
Be seeing you.
Cosmic Brunch.
You: Ryuichi Sakamoto & Katsuhiro Otomo
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
We Can Make Sandwiches
never gets old. we can make sandwiches...
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Thursday, December 3, 2009
the centurions
one of my all time favorites
full weapons systems
I think they are missing two or three, but most of the bases are covered
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Fuck the Pain Away.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Don't Take It Personal
Bringing you back... Gentlemen, don't take it personal.
Monday, November 23, 2009
tvtv 39
best shit ever.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Flairs: Truckers
FLAIRS - TRUCKERS DELIGHT from 3rd Side Records on Vimeo.
more about it here (but its in german...)
Monday, November 16, 2009
Monday, November 9, 2009
Friday, November 6, 2009
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Sunday, November 1, 2009
King Bitch
Ghost Stories
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Rushin' Attack
Rush'n Attack
Someone should sample the music in the last level of this game.
Get your bowie knife out & save the world!
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Monday, October 26, 2009
1982: Mama Used to Say
Friday, October 23, 2009
Hood Birthday: Birthday Edition
Everyone loves Mobb Deep. We all know by now that I love Shaq, Tragedy Khadafi (Intelligent Hoodlum) and Onyx is a no brainer. What do these things have to do with each other? Its called the Unreleased files of Mobb Deep. This whole thing is pretty amazing, but the track with Shaq is crazy. Remember, if it's Hood Birthday its gotta be birthday.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Monday, October 19, 2009
01. Native Tongue Intro
02. A Tribe Called Quest feat. De La Soul – She Fe MC's
03. De La Soul feat. Biz Markie – Lovely How I Let Me Mind Float
04. Q-Tip feat. Busta Rhymes – Wild Hot
05. Phife – Butter
06. De La Soul – If It Wasn't For You
07. Blacksheep – Have U.N.E. Pull
08. A Tribe Called Quest – Peace, Prosperity & Paper
09. The Jungle Brothers – Straight Out The Jungle
10. A Tribe Called Quest – Pubic Enemy
11. Queen Latifah feat. Monie Love – Ladies First
12. Blacksheep feat. Q-Tip – La Menage
13. De La Soul feat. Redman – Oooh
14. Phife – La Schmoove Verse
15. Mos Def feat. Tash & Q-Tip – The Body Rock
16. De La Soul feat. Busta Rhymes
17. The Jungle Brothers – Because I Got It Like That
18. A Tribe Called Quest – Description Of A Fool
19. A Tribe Called Quest feat. Leaders Of The New School – Scenario
20. Native Tongues – Buddy
21. Native Tongues – How You Want It
22. Phife – Ya Heard Me
23. A Tribe Called Quest – Rock, Rock Y'All
24. De La Soul feat. Common – Days Of Our Lives
25. The Jungle Brothers feat. Q-Tip – On The Road Again
26. Blacksheep – I'm Not Hard
Friday, October 16, 2009
Best of Killarmy
Killarmy is (4th Disciple, 9th Prince, Beretta 9, Dom Pachino, Islord, Killa Sin, & ShoGun the Assasson). I remember in '97 when my brother would give me a ride to school he would blast 'Silent Weapons For Quiet Wars'. I remember how blown away I was when listening to it. That album is a masterpiece/classic cause I still blast it to this day. I remember when it was 9/11/01 & 'Fear, Love & War' came out. I can nerd out forever on these albums. This album I created is a carefully placed summary of their work.
It's late 90's militant rap @ its finest...
Take care & please enjoy!
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Monday, October 12, 2009
If you haven't heard about it yet. Damon Dash Presents: Black Keys, Mos Def, Pharoahe Monch, Raekwon, Jim Jones, The RZA, Q-Tip and more.... wha? weird/cool. November 27th.
I still think Dash is a Durph.
Chad Van Gaaelen
Two Gallants 'Nothing To You'
This song/track is from the 2004 album 'The Throes'. Great song/video.
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
G-Style 'Gangsta'
G-Style= Wolf, Hurricane, & Romeo; Memphis, Tennessee. 1993. Pre-jook.
*The beat kinda sounds like Tear Da Club Up Thugs sampled it on the track 'Push Em Off' off of the 'Crazyndalazdayz' album.
Monday, October 5, 2009
Hood Tuesday: Welcome to Harlem World part 2
Big L formed, Harlem approved. Big L, Killa Cam, Murda Mase, Bloodshed and Herb McGruff (star of out last visit to Harlem Rap town) formed The Children of The Corn. After Bloodshed died, Cam went to college and Mase went to Bad Boy. Fast forward L got bucked up and while a great start for these boys, nothing happened with this material (aside from mixtapes and such) until 2003. A little late but as promised, enjoy Children of the Corn
Annie Are You Ok?
Thursday, October 1, 2009
The Funeral
Killing it....literally?
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Monday, September 28, 2009
The Friendly Drunk
I made this last week. I hope you like it.
Hugh Masekela - Don't Go Lose It Baby
Depeche Mode / Eric Wareheim
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Let the Horns Blow: Chi Ali ft. Dres, Phife and Trugoy
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Girls - Lust for Life
Girls - Lust for Life from Myles Cooper on Vimeo.
And people think Canibus is wordy...
Ras Kass is one of the realest dudes of all time, and these are the demo versions of one of the best rap albums of all time. Albeit a little wordy in places never has Ras sounded iller. PS, it sounds like this was recorded on a four track in someones closet. Enjoy.
Bad News
Also, The Bad News EP is here for download. Better ask somebody.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Soundtrack Jams
I think someone made one of these here before. These are all movies I enjoy, without (most of it) being TOO soundtracky in terms of jamage. Left off Herbie Hancock and Deathwish cause the Morante and the Vangelis cover that base quite well. Click here for movie jam time
Monday, September 14, 2009
Eventide Exercise.
Sunday, September 13, 2009
No Car Dancing.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
King Solomon: Live '07 Sample
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Hood Tuesday: Welcome to Harlem World
Enter Herb McGruff, one of the members of the Children of The Corn Crew (coming next week...) that also featured Murda Mase, Killa Cam, Big L and Bloodshed (R.I.P). This is an EP of his that was made mad long ago but wasn't available until last year. It only got pressed in an edition of 200. I'm sorry I've been so wack about posting, this should help the healing process and remember. If its Tuesday I'm sorry for not keeping it hood.
Monday, September 7, 2009
Friday, September 4, 2009
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Doctor Who - Original Theme
Old School Fat Joe
I remember seeing this on Public Access back in the day. I miss real public access. Whats good MNN. Holler at your boy.
End of Summer Mix.
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Next Weeks Gonna Rule...
These are a few of my favorite non Cuban (either 1 or 2) jams from the Lord Rae. September 8th, clown ass nulligans time to come correct. New Cuban and its banging...Hope you enjoy the jams...
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Monday, August 31, 2009
Weird Summer
Aquarium Drunkard Presents: WEIRD SUMMER by Mondo Boys
Takeshi Terauchi & Bunnys: Mamurogawa Ondo
The Books: You'll Never Be Alone
Os Mutantes: Tempo No Tempo
Lind & The Linders: Gin No Kusari
Richard Swift: The Bully
Anne Phillipe: Onmatou Jours Dit
Atlas Sound feat. Noah Lennox: Walkabout
Richard Swift: The Bully
Jack & The Rippers: Cathy's Clown
Foreign Born: Early Warnings
Orange Juice: Falling and Laughing
The Nigerian Rhythm Group: The Wind In A Frolic / Giles, Giles & Fripp: Just George, Parts 1-3
Akron/Family: Ed Is A Portal
Elijah & The Ebonites: Hot Grits!!!
Love: Wonder People (I Do Wonder) (Outtake)
Otis Redding: Let Me Come On Home
Tandemoro: Medicine for Melancholy (Outtake)
Otis Redding: Stay in School (Excerpt)
The Kinks: Picture Book
Jan Jelinek/G.E.S.: Laokoon Orinoco (Excerpt)
Magnetic Zeros: Home
The Love Language: Providence
Javelin: Tell Me, What Will It Be
Little Joy: No One's Better Sake
Dara Puspita: Tanah Airku
King Khan & The Shrines: Que Lindo Sueño
The Michaels: Beach Sleeper (Outtake)
Best Coast: Something In The Way You Say My Name
Nancy Sinatra: Tonight You Belong to Me
The Love Language: Lalita
Fiery Furnaces: Benton Harbor Blues
Jan Jelinek/G.E.S.: Laokoon Orinoco (Excerpt)
The Equals: No Love Could Be Sweeter
(P.S. Hey Nick Sorry I missed you on your last NY trip.)
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Hello, this is a new mix entitled, 'workshop'. It's music to blast in your lab while your working away. I've been working on this for a couple months. I hope you find a couple tracks you dig...
Take care & please enjoy!
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
I am back too...
^skate witches
i got a mix releasing soon. that & 'best of killa army' should be out soon. sorry for delay. more soon...
Monday, August 24, 2009
I am back...
Haven't posted on here in a while, but it would not be right if I did not share this gem. The Witch, african garage/psych from the 70s... ENJOY!
Saturday, August 22, 2009
You Can't Do Me None
Beanie Siegel: In the Ghetto
Friday, August 21, 2009
CMfamalam Tapes
volume 1
volume 2
volume 3
volume 4
via Philaflava
I grew up listeming to Stretch & Bob on WKCR 89.9. I can't say all the content was always great but it was a great Radio show that really speaks for a that time period. here's 400 MB from 98-2002.
via Philaflava
Monday, August 17, 2009
Wrong Time Right Time
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Blood on Chef's Apron
Saturday, August 15, 2009
A Freak Like Me
Rock & Rule
I just got this in the mail today. It's both great and horrible for it's reasons. Featuring the Music of Lou Reed, Debbie Harry, Cheap Trick and Iggy Pop.
Deborah Harry "Angel" Song.
Download Here.
Friday, August 14, 2009
Sorry Tim, no Pootie Tang, but there is Shaq
Bumped into a chum-rade of mine a few days ago and we got to talking about Pootie Tang. Prince Paul made most of the music for the movie, upon further research Paul and Louis C.K. (Louis C.K. wrote and directed the movie) made most of the music, but only the new shit for the movie. Score type stuff. The soundtrack is what I have, can't find the score anymore...so here's some Shaq. Boasting production credits from K-Cut from Main Source, Ali Shaheed and Erick Sermon, this albums really not that bad, and at points is pretty fucking ill. My mom copped this for me years back when she still handled the music, just re bought the cd today. Never Been happier. I know I got skills man, I know I got Skills man
Machine From Team Facelift Presents: The Jones Beach Mixtape
Well friday is your lucky day. Machine had mentioned last month that they had a summer mixtape...I totally spaced on it but just remembered and found it.
Download Here
If you're not familiar...here's a crappy quality video of them doing a good song.
No Question - Nintendo Mix
we featured some of this group's stuff a while back and got some good response. Recently the group rereleased this mix from a few years back.
Download Here
Radiohead Leak - These are my twisted thoughts
Download/listen here.
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Dear Nas and Nick Cannon,
Not to take away from a valid point, but this movie was a bit more poignant and helpful...I'm just saying...
Monday, August 10, 2009
I feel a song coming on.
Dusted off this old one to get things started. Enjoy!
Sunday, August 9, 2009
Friday, August 7, 2009
My Jacuzzi Weighs A Ton
Let's not kid ourselves, we are in full summer swing. No one is offended if you just wave to say hi and not give them a hug. This one is to keep the momentum up as we break into the best days of August.
Download Here.
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Jellybean Benitez!
Monday, August 3, 2009
A Night in NYC
Friday, July 31, 2009
Endless Bummer Mix
I was walking down my block and ran into an old co-worker of mine. He is rare record collector/seller, I'm talking about a serious collection. Anyways, running into him reminded me that he gave me some great untitled songs a few years back so I thought I'd share. If you figure out who they're by and what they're titled. I'll give you a prize.
Download here.
Proof of Concept
regardless of that though this is a cool app.
more on tonetable.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Monday, July 27, 2009
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Yacht Rock: Smooth Sailing
Don't Be Foolish!
Download it here!
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Monday, July 20, 2009
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Arabian Prince
I heard the 'Arabian Prince & Egyptian Lover' do a set on the radio a couple weeks ago. They are really good. Music goes full circle...


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Site of Station Hotel
Stena House occupies the site of the Station Hotel, pictured right. This grand building was erected by the London & North Western Railway to replace the Royal Hotel, which the Chester & Holyhead Railway had acquired in 1850 as the Eagle and Child, built c.1800.
A £64,807 contract for the station and hotel was awarded in 1877 to Messrs J Parnell & Sons. The new facilities, along with harbour improvements, were opened by the Prince of Wales on 17June 1880. He arrived at Holyhead at 8.30 am, breakfasted in the hotel, and after various formalities boarded the new LNWR steamer Lily. With spectators at the harbour sides and steamers dressed with flags, Lily passed out of the harbour to the salutes of warships in the bay. On the Prince's return, lunch was served to almost 1,000 guests in the export goods shed (now Terminal One), which had been transformed into a pavilion for the occasion.
The hotel had 75 rooms and 60 staff. Guests could even avail themselves of the hotel's own 18-hole golf course. A large clock (pictured right) to commemorate the Prince's visit was placed in the station circulating area, facing the sea. The clock is now at the front of Stena House.
With railway nationalisation after the Second World War, the station hotel passed to the British Transport Commission, which sold the hotel's golf course in June 1950 for £9,000 to the Holyhead Golf Club.
The sleeping accommodation and dining facilities on the motor mail vessels Cambria and Hibernia, introduced in 1948, led to the hotel's closure in 1951. The last manageress was Miss Thomson, who had served there for many years. The building was used as railway offices, dealing with Sealink ferry tickets, until the 1970s. It was demolished in 1979.
In 1990 the foundation stone was laid for a £3m "travellers' centre" at the site, promoted by Sealink Harbours Ltd, British Rail and Ynys Môn Borough Council. The aim was to provide modern facilities for passengers, a conference centre and offices for harbour management. A bridge across the railway to the town centre was included. Today the building is known as Stena House and includes the Holyhead harbour offices.
With thanks to Captain Wyn Parry
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Tower Road Beach
July 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Get ready for the 95th annual Water Carnival! This event will feature games and activities for children of all ages. Are your family members expert sandcastle builders? If so, join the sandcastle building competition (pre-registration required).
Catering by Chef Phil will be preparing delicious food for purchase. Regular menu items include marinated chicken, burgers, and hot dogs, plus tonight's special: Buffalo chicken sandwich.
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BT5.1/BT5/BT4.2 Module Maker
Raytac nRF52 series module now has been updated to BT5.1
After Nordic released nRF52840, the confusion raised what the difference between nRF52832. Raytac provided an easy comparison chart based on module solution hopes to provide a quick understanding in between.
Bluetooth 5, aka BT5, supports below features
4 x Longer Range
2 x Higher Speed
800% Broadcasting Capacity
Raytac's EE policy (Easy Employee) core is to provide the pre-certified modules.
Benefits from this policy, products built by Raytac's module may save or reduce the procedure in certification application process which successfully improved Time To Market efficiency and Cost Effective for all customers.
Raytac's latest module, MDBT50Q series module employed Nordic nRF52840 solution has developed 3 lines with different antenna type.
MDBT50Q-1M: Chip Antenna
MDBT50Q-P1M: PCB Antenna
MDBT50Q-U1M: u.FL connector with external Antenna.
We are glad to announce that MDBT50Q series modules have FCC Part 15 C Regulation Certificated granted with FCC ID: SH6MDBT50Q.
FCC Category: Portable Device
Product Name: Bluetooth Low Energy & IEEE802.15.4 Combo Module
Certified Protocol : BT5 & IEEE 802.15.4
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Raytac's MDBT50Q module deploy Nordic nRF52840 is a Bluetooth 5 (BLE), Zigbee and Thread (802.15.4) modular solution and is an advanced multi-protocol SoM with an ARM® Cortex™-M4F CPU and featured built-in USB and 5.5V compatible DC/DC supply.
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HLPF: The Womens Major Group invites you to join our Strategy Meeting (3:30 pm CET)
You are warmly invited to join our HLPF strategy meeting, 9 July 2017, 3:30-7:30pm CET at Marriott Residence Inn on East 48th st, New York
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You are warmly invited to join our HLPF strategy meeting, 9 July 2017, 3:30-7:30pm CET at Marriott Residence Inn on East 48th st.
WMGs 5 essential areas for action are:
Read WMG's full position paper on HLPF 2017 here.
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- Meaningful Participation
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- Finance
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WMG's 10 key points for the Ministerial Declaration:
Read WMG's full text on the 10 key points here:
- Respect, protect and fulfill the human rights of women and girls
- Protect and engage environmental and womens human rights defenders
- Address the underlying structures that foster inequalities
- Reform and repeal discriminatory laws and policies
- Create and strengthen gender-responsive public services
- Recognize the links between the environment, womens rights and gender equality
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Angel is being used as a down payment to one of her father's debts by being kept at the biker bar owned by the skulls.
As a 19 year old virgin she is embarrassed and dismayed to see people having sex and doing other things in the bar. She hates the club but doesn't realize that her experience could be a lot worse without the protection of Lash. He has stopped her being fair game and claimed her so the others leave her alone.
The story moves pretty fast and to be honest, while I liked Angel and felt sorry for her I thought Lash was a douche in the beginning but he sure grew on me and I liked the way sweet Angel complimented his arrogance. Angel and Lash's relationship happens quickly but its sweet and not sappy leaving Angel in no doubt who she belongs with. I loved it!
I liked the troubles that the Skulls had with the other gangs, it didn't make them look innocent and angelic guys but it showed the rules they have keep them from being truly bad.
If you like bossy men with hearts of gold I definitely recommend to you. I can't wait for the next book in the series!
No one messes with The Skulls and gets away with it!
The last thing Angel Marston ever wanted was be at the mercy of The Skulls. They're the local bikers and the club that helps keep the town safe, but they have their own kind of rules. They party hard and do whatever the hell they want. But her father's debts to the club mean Angel has no choice.
Lash loves his club, but he wants a woman who hasn't slept with all the crew. Angel is just what he's looking for. She's sweet, young … and a virgin. He wants her more than anything and has already staked his claim on her.
When Lash touches her, Angel can't help but melt. He sets fires inside her body with his wandering hands and sinful lips. She can't say no, and she wants him desperately.
But when all seems to be going so well for Angel and Lash, their pasts catch up to them. The Skulls have enemies who want the town and their women. Lash must decide who to put first, the club or his woman. Is Angel strong enough to stand by his side when the going gets tough? And what will happen when tragedy and pain both hit at once?


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This little cute Chihuahua has it's uniqueness on full display through its colorful patterned enamel. Only gift this Chihuahua dog pendant necklace if you intend to melt the dog lovers heart.
Lightweight zinc alloy base for all enamels which enables to create intricate designs.
This jewelry is costume jewelry and does require some care and attention. Keep away from oils and perfumes so as not to discolor the metals of fabrics.


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The Importance of the Building Envelope
The role of the building envelope serves a greater purpose beyond aesthetics; it is key to the performance of the design in terms of energy codes and efficiency. Because it is the barrier from exterior elements such as rain, wind and heat, the envelope must be composed of carefully selected materials whether pre-determined (the ones…Read More
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We hope your holidays are filled with joy and laughter through the New Year! Please note our office will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. From all of us at TMA-CHA Architects, we wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas.Read More
Can Eco-Friendly Projects Be Cost-Effective?
Considering that there are many factors involved when constructing a building, this can be a loaded question. However, we have found there are several ways to be environmentally friendly while not breaking the bank. Adaptive Reuse; Reusing an existing building tends to go a long way toward saving money. The amount of material resources as…Read More
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The Good Samaritan Clinics of the Midlands provide the following medical services:
Medical Screenings
Diagnostic Testing
Referrals to Specialty Physicians
Women's Clinic – OB and GYN
Health Education Workshops
The Good Samaritan Clinic provides Health Education on the following topics:
Heart Disease
The clinic is grateful to our donors and grant sponsors who make these services possible. The Palmetto Foundation has also been of great assistance by helping us fund these educational workshops.
Other Needs
In addition to medical and dental services the Clinic also provides:
Hygiene Kits
Food Pantry Items When Available
Our patients come to us with varying needs. Clinic staff and volunteers assess each individual's needs during the intake process. At that time, we let our patients know that these services are available should they wish to seek further assistance.


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Do you know that I am truly a bag fetish? It doesn't matter if the brand is not famous or popular. But my addiction to handbag is quite severe LOL
I do collect premium designer handbags, and I try to track them on monthly basis AND will post them in this blog.
BUT, actually I still have other handbag collection which do not fall under category of premium designer handbags, for several reasons:
- The brand itself is not known for being 'premium' in the designers' world
- They are mostly made of nylon or plastic
- They are made in Indonesia, i.e. made from batik or python skin
- They are sometimes aspiring/new brand worth watching
- They are something that I simply like
- They are something that make me feel 'unique' when I am wearing them
- .... and I will add more if I find more reasons :D
So here are my other handbag collection, which are categorized into 2 groups
Worlwide brands
Local brands
- Batik Bags: Lovely Batik, Kunthi Batik, GIA Batik
- Batik Chic
- Janeville
- Mooze
- Python bags: pla, Tina Mitra
- Tulisan
Psssst: my non-premium designer handbag collections (i.e. brands mentioned above) are always kept updated in here.


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"If you've got things to say, say them! Even if you have to be brief and the content of an entry primarily consists of a quote from something you've read and a small comment upon it. "on which basis, this is going to be my shortest blog to date.
First; if you haven't already, it's time you read this.
When I first heard this ludicrous story (if you're too lazy to check out the link, I'm talking about the alleged thwarted plot to fly another plane into the Library Tower in LA), and that it was supposed to have happened - sorry, supposed to have been prevented by excellent use of intelligence - in October 2002, all sorts of obvious questions popped into my head, but, as usual, no one in the media seemed to dare to ask them.
The most obvious is why - if they knew all about this failed attack - did they not choose to mention it in the propaganda push for the invasion of Iraq a mere 17 months later?
And, it turns out, even the Mayor of LA hadn't been made aware of this allegedly thwarted plot! Do they really think that we'll think that's remotely credible ferchrissake?!?!?!
And wasn't it such a useful coincidence that the alleged target was handily demolished in the movie "Independence Day" so that the collaborating media had access to some wonderfully realistic and dramatic footage showing just what destroying the Library Tower might look like.
The linked story says it more calmly than I can.
The most significant thing about this story is that it reveals exactly how stupid the puppetmasters believe the American public to be.
The question is, are they right?


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|April 22, 1845
|Feb. 17, 1934
|Chester (Chester)
|Brownlow (Chester)
|121st Pennsylvania Infantry, Company F
Private Daniel Swaney
Company F, 121st Pennsylvania Infantry
Swaney was born in Meadville (Mercer County), Pennsylvania on April 22, 1845. The 17-year old enlisted and was mustered in the regiment on August 29, 1862.
The 121st Pennsylvania Infantry was organized at Philadelphia between August 22 and September 5, 1862. The regiment was assigned to the Army of the Potomac. During Swaney's enlistment, the unit was involved in three major battles:
Battle of Fredericksburg (VA) (December 12-15, 1862).
Battle of Chancellorsville (VA) (May 2-5, 1863).
Battle of Gettysburg (PA) (July 1-3, 1863).
On December 13, 1862 at the Battle of Fredericksburg, the regiment lost 23 soldiers, 60 were wounded, 7 were taken prisoner, and 1 was reported missing. The Battle of Gettysburg was another costly battle. In 2 days of fighting, 21 soldiers were lost, 36 were wounded, and 8 were taken prisoner. One of the wounded was Private Swaney. He was severely wounded in his left arm and resulted in the amputation of his limb. He was discharged from the regiment on November 30, 1863.
Swaney died on February 17, 1934 at the age of 88 years. He is buried in the Chester Cemetery in Chester (Thayer County), Nebraska. At the time of his death, he was the last member of the Brownlow Post (#144) of the Grand Army of the Republic in Chester.
Doc – Swaney(121PA).doc
Note: Veteran bios were compiled and written by Dean Podoll.


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