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Wednesday, 22 February 2012
theres nothing like a good book
so on to tonights card which is using a colour combo i love.
i am entering my card into the following challenges:
1.simon says stamp challenge - use 3 different papers - i have used a kaisercraft and 2 types of melissa francis papers
2.papertake challenge - getting krafty
3.sunday sketch and stamp - challenge 94 - katherines sketch
white scalloped card blank
kraft card
kaisercraft devonshire collection paper
2 different sheets of melissa francis papers - vintage atttic pad
woodware leaf punch
yummy roses won from the lovely pops - thanks hun.turquoise ones were coloured to match
stickles stardust
gold/yellow shimmer chalk
saturated canary image - book and bedhead
promarkers and flexmarkers
blush,sunkissed pin,coral,cinnamon
turquoise,marine,petrol blue
cool grey 2,4,5
satin,pastel beige,warm grey 3
yellow/gold chalk
thanks so much for popping by, means a lot :D
luv coops xxx
73 comments:
- Donna Mosley said...
OMG!!!! Nic, this is incredible. Stunning colouring and I love the gorgeous colour combo. Thanks for joining us at SS&S.
Donna x
- 22 February 2012 at 21:22
- Whisper said...
Am loving the fabby way the papers tone so subtly with the flowers, Luv Sam x
- 22 February 2012 at 21:22
- Debs M said...
love the colours, fabulous colouring x
- 22 February 2012 at 21:30
- sara said...
beautiful love the colour combo and gorgeous image
hugs sara x x x
- 22 February 2012 at 21:30
- Jane said...
Oooo I love this colour combo!! Gorgeous!
- 22 February 2012 at 21:32
- Jo said...
Wow, Coops, that's gorgeous!Fab colour combo, too!
Jo x
- 22 February 2012 at 21:33
- Diamond Doll said...
Gorgeous card Nic the colours, image and papers are fab and love the flowers.
Trish (-:
- 22 February 2012 at 21:35
- Craftin Suzie (Susan Wykes) said...
This is such a pretty card Coops and the image is gorgeous. Love how you have coloured the flowers to match xx
- 22 February 2012 at 21:38
- Denise said...
This is gorgeous. Fabby papers and such a lovely image - love the yellow glow from the light bulb!!
Denise xx
- 22 February 2012 at 21:39
- Julie said...
Your colouring from the light source is perfect! Love the colour scheme!.x
- 22 February 2012 at 21:45
- Paula said...
Absolutely stunning! Love your colour combo, love everything! Paula ;)) xx
- 22 February 2012 at 21:46
- downrightcrafty said...
oh this is gorgeous and yes so dreamy too fabulous colouring
Hugs Kate xx
- 22 February 2012 at 21:46
- Julie said...
Beautiful Nic - love the colour combo so much!!! Juliexx
- 22 February 2012 at 21:48
- McCrafty's Cards said...
This is beautiful Coop's, fab colour combo I like the papers and the flowers, another SC image image i need.
Kevin xx
- 22 February 2012 at 21:52
- nnalorac said...
Stunning Coops, love the colours and gorgeous papers. Where would we be without our brothers to call on for help with our precious computers. Carolxx
- 22 February 2012 at 21:57
- Sandra H said...
This is fabulous coops and stunning colouring gorgeous image and amazing flowers!!:) Sandra H
- 22 February 2012 at 21:59
- angelwhispers said...
Just love this new image and you really have coloured her so beautiful just love her! Chanelle xxx
- 22 February 2012 at 22:02
- NGCARDS said...
A gorgeous creation hun! Thanks for playing over at PTW! xxx
- 22 February 2012 at 22:02
- Wishcraft said...
Oh Nic, this is gorgeous! Fabulous image and beautiful colours too :o) Lisa x
- 22 February 2012 at 22:03
- Sheila said...
Great colour you have used Nic and I ADORE that image too! Glad you got your printer sorted. Sheila:)X
- 22 February 2012 at 22:07
- Vicky said...
Another fabulous creation Coops...and fabulous colouring as always hun :o)
big hugs Vicky xx
- 22 February 2012 at 22:08
- The Crafty Blonde said...
Beautiful card, love the fabulous image and gorgeous colours. The papers are lovely and the sparkly flowers look fab.
Lyndsey xx
- 22 February 2012 at 22:15
- Have A Scrap Happy Day said...
As always, totally gorgeous.
- 22 February 2012 at 22:22
- Wendy Fraser said...
That's what hair looks like of a morning, albeit a lot darker! Super card, love the colour combo. xx
- 22 February 2012 at 22:24
- Jacki Daniels said...
Hi Nic another master piece from you Love all the detail on this and the colours and papers are adorable gorg flowers too
Jacki xx
- 22 February 2012 at 22:28
- Debbie said...
Fabulous colouring Coops. I love this gorgeous image.
Debbie x
- 22 February 2012 at 22:33
- Marcea said...
wow, this is gorgeous hun. Love the rich turquoise, so very pretty
ps thanks for joining us on Simon Says Stamp xxx
- 22 February 2012 at 22:45
- Creations by Shirl said...
Your card rocks Coops....
Pretty as ever!
- 22 February 2012 at 22:46
- Sarahshandmadecardsx said...
A stunning card Nic. A fab image beautifully coloured and I love your flowers too. Sarahxx
- 22 February 2012 at 22:57
- Mau xx said...
Hi Coops, sorry not getting around as often...but bedroom is now almost finished so will soon be back to normal crafting and blogland :)
Love the card the colours are beautiful and a fab image.
That brother of yours is a gem keep him sweet hun, he is worth a fortune xx
- 22 February 2012 at 23:02
- sue w. said...
Another fab creation with perfect colouring and super matching flowers.
Hugs Sue W.
- 22 February 2012 at 23:43
- Joey said...
Coops I absolutely LOVE this hun, one of my fave colour combos too, gorgeous layout, love the scalloped edge, and beautiful embellies. Joey xx
- 23 February 2012 at 00:01
- Berry said...
Stunning work sweetie! I love this image and the fab colours you have used! Hugs Rebekah xx
- 23 February 2012 at 00:07
- Maria said...
Gorgeous card! Lo ve the colors!
maria B.
- 23 February 2012 at 00:10
- MagsB said...
Fab. U. Lous! What gorgeous papers, they look so good with the flowers and the beautifully-coloured image!!
love Mags B x
- 23 February 2012 at 01:13
- CraftyC said...
How pretty Nic and what beautiful colours
- 23 February 2012 at 01:27
- vickisunshine said...
Love the colours you've used. Such a beautiful creation.
Vicki x
- 23 February 2012 at 02:19
- Anita said...
This is gorgeous and I do love those colors.
- 23 February 2012 at 04:48
- Martina said...
Again such a stunning card Nic! Love the digi!! And hey...I see you are reading Linwood Barclay ;) I love Thrillers! Fantastic colour-combo, too!
- 23 February 2012 at 05:55
- Ally said...
woooooooooooooow, this is so gorgeous, Hun! The little beauy looks very seductive :)
Love the colours on the image too.
Hugs, Alessandra
- 23 February 2012 at 07:09
- June Nelson said...
Its goregous coops and I love how you have that light shinning its really clever darl, gorgeous card xxxxxxxx
- 23 February 2012 at 07:35
- Kathleen said...
Wow Coops this is stunning. Absolutely love the colours and the image.
Kathleen x
- 23 February 2012 at 07:56
- Jackie said...
Superb card and wonderful colours :o)
Jackie xx
- 23 February 2012 at 08:29
- Sue said...
Simply stunning Nic,love all of your card,glad you are all sorted now.
Sue xx
- 23 February 2012 at 08:53
- Pop's Cards said...
This is really gorgeous hun I love the image hugs Pops x
- 23 February 2012 at 08:58
- Margarets designer cards said...
Hi nic
Totally stunning card, brilliant colouring and card
- 23 February 2012 at 09:16
- Ella's Design said...
Another great card, Nic! Fab image and I love the colour combo...great embellies, too - I always forget about being able to colour my flowers...duh! Lisa x
- 23 February 2012 at 09:18
- tilly said...
love the turquoise and creams, lovely card
- 23 February 2012 at 10:51
- CRAZYCRAFTSHED said...
Stunning and beautiful card
Hugs Dianne xx :)
- 23 February 2012 at 11:51
- Feebsy said...
Wow Nic another fabulous creation! I really really like the colour combo, it's not one I'd have thought of and it's brilliant. I might have to have a go using it if you don't mind?
p.s. fabulous colouring as always
- 23 February 2012 at 12:12
- Unknown said...
Gorgeous card Coops, I love your colour combo!
- 23 February 2012 at 12:44
- Aud said...
Really like this card coops bautiful colours and lovely papers. Hope your computer and printer are now being nice to you. Aud x
- 23 February 2012 at 12:54
- Shell Shearer Swinscoe said...
Just gorgeous hun, love the colours & the layout with those flowers fab!
Hope your managing to fill that skip lol!!
Hugs Shell xx
- 23 February 2012 at 13:57
- Delphine said...
WOW, Nic, your card is gorgeous! I LOVE your image and your colour combo is fantastic! Gorgeous papers and embellies too! Hugs Delphine xx
- 23 February 2012 at 14:32
- Sue B said...
Wow! this is stunning Coops! what a beautiful image and gorgeous colour combo! I love all the delish flowers and the scrim - everything is just perfect!!
Hope you are well
Big Hugs!
Sue xx
- 23 February 2012 at 14:45
- Vanessa (aka V'ness, Nessa, oldschool) said...
gorgeous hun!
- 23 February 2012 at 14:53
- Unknown said...
such fantastic colors!! love them together! beautiful coloring, too-- love how the light looks like it is on! so well done! beautiful as always!!!
- 23 February 2012 at 16:13
- Christine L said...
Hi Nic... sorry I'm late again as usual! Love your card.... and I agree, that teal colour is stunning... as is this image too!
And I'm glad you have a bossy bro - he got your printer working again, so he's good in my books!
Christine x
- 23 February 2012 at 17:27
- Twocrafty said...
WOW, gorgeous card Nic - absolutely love the colour combo, image is lovely and your colouring is stunning! tracy x
- 23 February 2012 at 18:04
- ~ Ali Robertson ~ said...
This is stunning Coops, love it
ali x
- 23 February 2012 at 18:04
- Tina said...
This card is really beautiful Coops, the colours go so well together. Tinaxx
- 23 February 2012 at 18:18
- Sarah said...
Wow Coops, such a gorgeous colour combination, love how you've coloured the image. Do you think she reads her book one-eyed cos her hair is over her other one...? x
- 23 February 2012 at 18:36
- Lee said...
She's Gorgeous.I LOVE the colours n flowers too.xx
- 23 February 2012 at 20:14
- Crafty Moone Cards said...
This is gorgeous, beautiful colours. Sue x
- 23 February 2012 at 20:16
- Sue said...
Hi hun
wowzer this is totally stunning card, awesome colouring as always, luv the colour combo, beautiful embelies, sue,x
- 23 February 2012 at 20:17
- Lou said...
Hi!very pretty card Coops,gorgeous colours together and she is lovely.
hugs Lou.xx
- 23 February 2012 at 20:50
- Little K Smith said...
Oh this is stunning! The colours are so vibrant and lush! Love the sparkly flowers too :)
- 23 February 2012 at 21:24
- Inkypinkydelights said...
Hi Nick, I spy some gorgeous cards you have been making, it seems I have missed out on a lot over the past week. I love your colouring as always! Judy x
- 24 February 2012 at 08:07
- Lindsay Craftymonster81 said...
Such a beautiful card hun, the image is really lovely and those papers are beautiful, love the glittery flowers too, just gorgeous
Lindsay xx
- 24 February 2012 at 11:45
- Shazza said...
stunning work x
- 24 February 2012 at 16:17
- Brenda said...
AWESOME!!! I been eyeing that image....is that cheesecloth you have tied on...nope it must be scrim? never heard of it....time for a google search...lol!
beautiful card!
- 24 February 2012 at 17:37
- Julie said...
fab as always
- 25 February 2012 at 19:00
- Jill said...
stunning card Coops love the image and colour combo you've used thanks for joining us at PTW hugs Jill xx
- 25 February 2012 at 19:08

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I have several corals over growing in my tank and would like to trade them.
I have the following and will post pics later once my lights come on:
Lots of large frags of purple monti cap - 3-4 some larger and have at least 5 this size
Purple Acro but dont know the name - 4-5 multi branch
Yellow polyps - several clusters of 10+ polyps
I am looking to trade for some other colors of monti caps or really anything I dont already have. I am not picky.
If you are interested in the purple cap let me know even if you dont have anything to trade. You can just have some.
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I added a new contact to PocoMail4 and filled out a template for use with that contact. I just tried using that template. I hope you will forgive me for being so blunt, but the whole feature is so clumsy and cumbersome as to be unusable.
Firstly, if I have chosen a signature for a particular account to use, why would I want a template to automatically overwrite it? Wouldn't it make more sense to have a "Signature" field in the template and if that field is empty, don't overwrite, if it isn't empty, replace the signature?
Secondly, if I have indicated a template for a contact, why isn't it just automatically used when sending email to that contact, just like the email addr and other particulars of the contact? I believe that's what most people would expect when they see the Template tab in the New Contact dialog. I don't believe anyone, intuitively or otherwise, would expect that after specifying a template in a contact entry that they would then have to manually add that template and rewrite any other "canned" features of the New Mail overwritten by the template.
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I don't mind saying that a few years back, I was very happy with PocoMail/Barca because it had seen what the user wanted, beyond what other email clients were offering. But, frankly, I've seen it stagnate somewhat and it doesn't appear that new feature requests from users are being addressed to any high degree. Add to that, in the past, your support addressed problems directly and dispositioned them, letting the user know, first hand, what to expect. With the new "Help Desk", sadly, users tend to get very non-specific answers, or some such statement as, "unfortunately, PocoMail doesn't do that"! Sorry, gang, but these practices are not the best way to "win friends and influence people" and insure a business future.
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When my mother-in-law passed away several years ago, we inherited her Catholic prayer books, Bibles, and missals. Some were obviously very old, others were new and scarcely used. My husband and I carefully examined the books and found Mass cards, newspaper clippings, and other genealogical gems. Religious books can hold a wealth of family history information, as well as clues to the faith and cultural life of the owner.
As the designated "keeper of the stuff" for my family, I have become the curator for several collections and discovered how to organize and preserve all kinds of family treasures. I share what I've learned in my new book, How to Archive Family Keepsakes (Family Tree Books, 2012).
Catholic Gene Author Lisa Alzo also knows what it's like to inherit a family home and its contents, and recently reviewed my book at her genealogy blog, The Accidental Genealogist. In "For the Packrat and the Genealogist: A Review of How to Archive Family Keepsakes," Lisa writes "I wish How to Archive Family Keepsakes had been available seven years ago!" Me too! It is the handbook I needed when I inherited my first family collection.
For the past two weeks I have been on a virtual book tour with How to Archive Family Keepsakes, and am pleased to make a special stop at The Catholic Gene with this article on safely storing and organizing your family Bibles, prayer books, and religious books. Whether you inherited the treasured ancestral Bible or your great-grandmother's leather missal, I hope you will take time to safely preserve your family keepsakes for future generations.
The Books They Leave Behind
Many family collections include printed books such as novels, Bibles, and songbooks, or handwritten volumes such as diaries, journals, or notebooks. Sometimes, treasured family keepsakes are a combination of printed pages and handwritten entries, such as found in a wedding or baby book, or a guest book from a funeral. Whether printed or handwritten, your family books will have a better chance of survival from one generation to the next when stored using archival methods.
Before storing any books, closely examine the volume for genealogical clues to your family history. You may find slips of paper or other items used as bookmarks, or written notes or comments on the pages. Family Bibles may hold a special section of Family Record pages listing Births, Marriages, and Deaths.
I overlooked a family Bible in my grandmother's collection for many years. The badly damaged book had been set aside when I first inherited boxes of papers, photos, and documents that once belonged to four generations.
This photograph doesn't tell the entire story. The Bible binding and pages are soft with damp and wear. The binding and most of the pages are completely loose from the leather cover. The edges are feathered and torn. It looks like the book was once completely soaked in water (flood? rain?) and never recovered. Some pages show signs of mildew.
But. . .
in the center of the book, between the Old and New Testaments, right where you might expect it to be. . . I found the family record of the E.B. Kinsel Family. These pages record the Births, Marriages, and Deaths of four generations. They also give the only evidence of the birth and death of a child whose existence was previously unknown to the present generation.
Where to Store Treasured Family Books
In many homes, the best, and easiest place, to store family books is with our current volumes. Your bookcase is probably located in the temperate environment of your family room, living room, or den and relatively free from dust, insects, and extreme changes in temperature or humidity.
Avoid storing books or other family keepsakes in basements, garages or attics where extreme temperature and humidity changes can cause permanent damage.
Stable bound books in good condition may be stored upright on sturdy shelving. Many hymnals and school yearbooks are candidates for this kind of simple storage. Rare, damaged, or fragile volumes, however should be stored flat and in special archival boxes. These boxes are available from museum archival suppliers, and are well worth the cost.
Purchase the right size box for your book by measuring height, width, and thickness. You want the box to fit snugly so the book does not slide around inside.
Another option is to buy (or make) an archival book wrap with flaps that fold around the sides of the book to protect all edges. This is a good choice for rare, fragile, or damaged books with loose covers or broken spines.
Record the History of Your Book
Take time to write a brief history, or provenance, or your treasured books. Include the names (birth and death dates, and addresses if you know them) of previous owners. You could write the information in pencil on the flyleaf of your book, or on a piece of acid-free paper tucked inside the first pages.
If you have a large collection, you may want to catalog the books and include the ownership information in your inventory. Keep a copy in your archive or with your family history records so you remember what books you own and where they came from.
The Heirloom Registry provides another way to record the history of your family book by offering an online registration service for family heirlooms. A unique serial number is used to record history and ownership information online where future generations can find it, and other family members can share the story of your book.
Heirloom Registry numbers are available as attractive stickers or metal plaques that can be attached to a box or book. Individual serial numbers are also available, and could be penciled on the inside cover of your book. I've used the Registry service to record the history of a family toy chest, but the idea is the same as registering a book. You can see my Registry record and read about my research on the chest here.
- Remove bookmarks and pressed flowers from pages of books.
- Consider removing news clippings and replacing with photocopies on acid-free paper. The acid in newsprint can easily damage adjacent pages due from acid-migration.
- Take care when removing upright books from shelves. Do not pull the volume by the spine; instead push back on the volumes on either side and grasp the volume to remove.
- Avoid writing in rare or fragile books. Add identifying notes on a piece of archival paper inserted in the front of the book.
- Use a hose attachment to vacuum your bookshelves regularly to keep dust-free.
- Look for book and pamphlet storage options in archival catalogs.
- Protect the cover or dust jacket with clear archival plastic covers.
from How to Archive Family Keepsakes: Learn How to Preserve Family Photos, Memorabilia & Genealogy Records by Denise May Levenick (Family Tree Books, 2012). Copyright, 2012, Denise May Levenick. All Rights Reserved. www.thefamilycurator.com.
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Author: Denise May Levenick
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About the Author
In every family, someone ends up with "the stuff." Denise May Levenick is a writer, researcher, and speaker with a passion for preserving and sharing family treasures of all kinds. She is the creator of the family history blog, The Family Curator www.TheFamilyCurator.com and author of the new book How to Archive Family Keepsakes: Learn How to Preserve Family Photos, Memorabilia and Genealogy Records, (Family Tree Books, 2012).


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Almost all American children respond to the sounds of an ice cream truck like a dog when you bring a roasted chicken into the room. It's just mean to trick them like that.
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Carport_Standard Series
Front / Length 6m Side / Depth 6m Overall Height 2.90m (At the gable - highest roof point) Drive Through Clearance Height 2.25m (To the lowest underside point of framework - without possible post trimming during installation to attain levels for slopping ground) Wind Rating N3 (180 klm/hr winds) Building Approval Engineering Drawings & Cetificate Documentation For Local Authority Building Approvals Can Be Provided Prior To Purchase Can I Get A Custom Size? No - Only the different sizes as shown on this website. These products are set size & configuration items. They can not be modified or made to order.
It is estimated that the manufacturer will dispatch this product in approximately forty five (45) working days. (This is subject to stock availability and may be changed by the manufacturer. A time allowance for the freight company to complete the delivery must also be allowed.)
Other Info
Roof Line: Gable Roof. Peaks are in the centre of the front & back. Roof slopes side to side. Finishes Available: Zinclaume + Colorbond: Classic Cream / Pale Eucalypt / Woodland Grey (These colours apply to roof sheeting, gable infill panel sheeting, trims & fascia / gutters) Gutter / Fascia: Yes - Finish in selected colour. Downpipe: Yes - Steel downpipe (in the same finish as selected) that can be fitted by the installer to either end of each gutter - to suit) Posts & underside framework: Always in galvanised steel - not coloured Material: Roof sheeeting - High Tensile 0.35mm TCT (TL Coated Thickness). Corrosion resistant / Maintenance free steel Roof purlins & web trusses are made from 80x40mm galvanised stell channel sections - similar to those used in domestic house construction. Posts: Four (4) Posts 75mm x 75mm Square RHS Steel Posts are positioned in the corners. Refer to product assembly manual. DIY Friendly: Yes - Est. assembly time: 2-3 days / 2 experienced persons (excludes post footings if required)
- Colour swatches are shown in the order completion section of this product page. Please note: the finishes shown have been reproduced to represent actual product colours as accurately as possible. However this representation may be subject to the limitations of web palette colours, or your screen & printers settings. These may affect colour tones.
- Before any purchase is made, please check with your local authority to determine and understand any building approval or product wind rating compliance requirements, that may exist (at your installation address). Where applicable, all building approvals should be attained before any purchase is concluded.
- DIY Friendly – Yes √ Uniquely designed and manufactured for the DIY'er
- Easy to use assembly manual – Yes √ 3D schematic diagrams with clear instructions
- Most components measured and pre-cut, with pre-drilled holes for even faster assembly – Yes √
- Ink jet labelled components for ease of identification and assembly – Yes √
- Designed for style, practicality, strength, value, and the "best-in-market" hassle-free DIY installation experience – Yes √
- Videos – Yes √ General assembly videos are available online. (May not be specific to this model).
- Safety Rolled edges – Yes √
- Maintenance free – Yes √
- Industry leading manufacturer's comprehensive written warranty – Yes √
1 Shrink Wrapped Timber Pallet: 3.2m L x 0.36m W x 0.24m D (295kgs)
The image below is indicative only. It may not be for this model. It represents what the bundled timber pallet for an awning or carport would look like.
Manufacturer Bio & The Carport Range
ABSCO Industries is a wholly owned Australian company that proudly designs and manufactures quality garden sheds, garages and other outdoor buildings, from their production and distribution facility in Brisbane.
In fact, Absco have been producing Australia's leading garden shed & outdoor storage solutions, for over forty years. They are a proudly family owned and run company, whose success has also seen them supply their market leading quality products to some of the world's largest international retailers.
The Absco vision and commitment to quality, value and efficiency, has been there from the beginning. In recent times, this commitment has driven their substantial investment in innovation, both in manufacturing and product development. Absco Industries has created a state of the art, in-house manufacturing process; that is built on multifaceted platforms of customised automation and advanced robotics.
Through their contracted freight carrier, your Absco products are able to be delivered nationwide – With FREE delivery to the listed freight depots across the country, or for your added convenience – paid delivery to your home address.
Absco products are first and best quality, and importantly, are truly unique.
The Absco patented SNAPTITE system, presents to you the world's easiest garden shed assembly system.
What SNAPTITE means for you is one of the best and hassle-free assembly experiences there is.
SNAPTITE reduces the number of fasteners by 75% & delivers an assembly time up to 80% faster.
Quicker, easier; that's the SNAPTITE revolution, that's Absco innovation.
Please Note: Some products in the Patio Awning, Carport & Garage ranges, due to their unique assembly method, do not require & do not employ the Snaptite system.
Introduction To SNAPTITE:
Absco products are supplied in kit form, ready for assembly.
Absco sheds come in a variety of sizes, styles and finishes. That means there is an Absco product right for your backyard and lifestyle. Absco products are proudly Australian made from high tensile, chromium free steel, to ensure long-lasting strength.
These quality Absco sheds are designed & made in Australia, for Australian conditions – Aussie tough & sold across the globe.
Absco – Your choice in outdoor storage solutions and Discountsheds.com.au, a premium authorised Absco retailer.
Product Range : The Carport Series
The popular Absco range of Carports is a smart choice for your property. From car accommodation, to a free standing entertainment area, these Absco Carports tick all the boxes. With maintenance free, all steel construction – the carport models are offered in two designs.
A slopping skillion roof (a flat roof that has a fall on it from front to back) or a gable roof (a traditional house like profile with the roof falling side to side from a centre high point).
In each of these design configurations, there are various options. There are the single carports & the double carports, and each of these are offered in different wind rating compliance categories (including W41 C1 & Cyclonic W50 C2) dependant upon the specific model– to ensure that the Absco carport range has >95% of Australia covered.
The carport models are manufactured from Bluescope (BHP Australia) Zinclaume® & Colorbond® steel (with a comprehensive thirty (30) year written manufacturer's warranty), with some models in the Eco-Nomy range that are made with an imported steel roof sheeting product of similar gauge – at a budget price point. Choices galore – there is an Absco carport model just right for you. All carports are complete with fascia, gutters & downpipes. Regardless of the colour finish available (applicable to the roof sheeting, fasica & gutter), all of the posts & framework are galvanised. All fixings, including the concrete slab attachments are standard & engineers plans & associated documentation required for submission to your local authority are available prior to purchase. Please note that these carports cannot be modified or custom made to order to different size & configurations that is offered on this web site.
Save time, save money – make an Absco carport, proudly offered to you by Discountsheds.com.au – your new carport option.
The Shootout: Let's Compare
Head To Head Key Facts: Where Do They Differ?
Range: Gable Roof Carport Gable Roof Carport Model No. G Carport D 41 (This Model - N3) G Carport D 50 (W50 C2 Cyclonic Upgrade) Material Used: High Tensile 0.35mm TCT Gauge Steel Sheeting High Tensile 0.35mm TCT Gauge Steel Sheeting Steel Source: Bluescope Steel (BHP - Australian) Bluescope Steel (BHP - Australian) Warranty: 30 Yr Comprehensive Written Manufacturer's Warranty 30 Yr Comprehensive Written Manufacturer's Warranty Wind Rating: N3 (180 klm winds) W50 C2 (Cyclonic 220klm winds) Available Colours: Zincalume or Colorbond: Woodland Grey / Pale Eucalypt / Classic Cream / Monument Zincalume or Colorbond: Woodland Grey / Pale Eucalypt / Classic Cream / Monument Size & Configuration: 6m W x6m L : with 4 posts 6m W x 6m L : with 6 posts Build Quality: Both models identical Both models identical Packaging: Both models identical Both models identical Assembly Experience: Both models identical Both models identical
Shipping & Delivery
Absco products are made, held, dispatched and shipped – by the manufacturer – Absco Industries (Brisbane).
For estimated dispatch and freight consignment time frames – please refer to the "Availability" section in the "Specifications: Snapshot" tab of this product page. Note, this advice is an estimate only and is the most current notification as provided by the manufacturer. This estimate may vary and be subject to change. Unforeseen or unadvised production or dispatch circumstances, experienced by the manufacturer, may occur.
The estimated number of working days shown, is for the manufacturer to dispatch the ordered item(s). Allowance needs to be also made for the delivery (shipping & handling) of the order, by the manufacturers' contracted freight carrier. Delivery times vary based on freight company handling volumes, the ordered product size and delivery destination.
For this product, the manufacturer offers two shipping options:
Option A – Click & Collect: FREE Delivery To A Listed National Depot – For Your Pick Up
The manufacturer will ship your order, FREE OF CHARGE, to any of the listed freight depots across their contracted network, throughout Australia. During the ordering process, the list of available depots is shown for your consideration and selection.
Selecting the free delivery to depot option is the customer's acceptance of the terms and conditions as they pertain to the delivery of this product(s).
Upon your orders arrival and processing at the depot, the freight carrier will contact you to notify of its availability for pick up. Packaging dimensions, configuration & weight – of your ordered product, is listed in the "Specifications: Snapshot" tab on this product page.
Please note, these locations are freight depots, only. They are destinations where your order gets delivered to FREE OF CHARGE, for your pick – upon notification of its arrival and availability. They are not warehouse facilities that keep non-ordered catalogue products in stock.
The depots will only hold on to your delivered order for a few days (usually no more than 3-5 days), allowing you reasonable time for pick up. Failure to pick up your order within this period may result in storage and handling fees to be levied, as these depots are not storage facilities. Should these fees be charged by the freight carrier, this impost will be charged through to the customer.
Depots are open for your pick up during their Mon-Fri weekday business hours. Please check with the individual depot you may potentially select, for specific hours (as they may vary across Australia – and may be subject to change).
Option B – Paid Home Delivery
The manufacturer will ship your order to your nominated address, for a fee. This fee varies and is based upon the product ordered, its weight, volume, configuration and the delivery destination.
The fee for paid home delivery is calculated and shown for your consideration, during the ordering process, before you decide to add the order to the online shopping cart & complete your purchase.
Upon arrival of your order at the freight carriers regional distribution centre closest to your destination address, they will call and make coordinated delivery arrangements with you. The customer, or their arranged & authorised nominee, is to be present to receive and sign for the delivery.
All home deliveries are to the front of the property only. They do not allow for placements down the side or the rear of the property.
Please note the following conditions for home deliveries, as offered by the manufacturer and their contracted freight carrier:
Selecting Paid Home Delivery is the customer's acceptance of the terms and conditions as they pertain to the delivery of this product(s).
The delivery address must offer appropriate access for a tailgate truck, so that the delivery can be completed.
Delivery of Garden Sheds & Aviaries are Assisted Deliveries. This means that there must be an able bodied person present at the coordinated time of delivery, to receive the order and may be requested to assist the delivery driver, with the unloading of their order.
Delivery of Carports / Garages / Patio Awnings are NOT Assisted Deliveries. No unloading assistance by the customer is required. Additional labour and larger delivery trucks with crane attachments, are used to offload these large items, that are delivered as single pallet bundles. These additional freight servicing costs are reflected in a increased delivery fee levied on these items.
If there is any failure in meeting these agreed conditions, additional delivery and handling fees may be incurred. Charges from $90+gst may be levied by the freight carrier, if the coordinated delivery cannot be completed. Where applicable, this impost will be charged through to the customer.
I've Placed My Order - What Now?
Once your order has been reviewed, processed and completed by DiscountSheds.com.au staff, the manufacturer receives all order details and commences the dispatch (or where applicable) the production process.
For estimated dispatch time frames – please refer to the "Availability" notice in the "Specifications: Snapshot" tab of this product page. Note, this advice is an estimate only and is the best and most current notification as provided by the manufacturer. This estimate may vary and be subject to change where the manufacturer may experience unforeseen production or dispatch circumstances, which may result in extended times required to fulfil an order.
Upon dispatch, your order is consigned to the manufacturers' contracted national freight carrier for handling, distribution and delivery.
An allowance also needs to be made for the time required for the handling and delivery of the order. Delivery times vary based on the freight companies handling volumes, the ordered product size and delivery destination.
Once you order arrives at the closest freight distribution centre to your location, the freight carrier will call to either:
- Inform you of your orders availability for your pick up (if that is the option you have selected) or
- To co-ordinate with you the home delivery arrangements.
Receiving Your Order:
Whether you are picking your order up from the depot or are receiving your order at home, it is extremely important that attention is paid before you sign for and receive the goods. Signing for the goods denotes the customer has received all goods as ordered & that they are in a good and fit condition.
Even though great care is exercised by both the manufacturer and their freight carrier and agents, in some circumstances, the goods may either be damaged in transit, or be issued in error or incomplete.
The following steps should be followed to ensure you are receiving the complete product you have ordered:
√ Check the product/model no. on all box labels, to ensure it agrees with the item you have ordered (this information is noted on your web order confirmation and emailed tax receipt)
√ Check the box labels to verify that all the boxes that make up your model no. are presented. Box labels will show how many packs make up that model. For example – The box label will shown the Model No. & then state that the particular box is number __ from a total of __. If the label says that the box you are looking at is pack 1 of 2, then there should be a second pack. Please check that second box/pack to ensure it is the correct one for the ordered model, by checking the model number shown.
Note: Please keep all packaging materials until the product has been successfully assembled. This is to ensure that, if required, the manufacturer's production labels/stickers are available for a legible photo to be taken & submitted to accompany any requests for the supply or re-supply of missing or damaged components. This is required by the manufacturer, under their quality assurance program, to enable them to action your pending request.
Damages & Shortages:
Within thirty (30) days of the receipt of the goods, you should inspect the product(s) in its entirety. The inspection is to satisfy that the product is in sound condition & is complete. You must notify discountsheds.com.au (the retailer) of any fault, damage or shortages of the goods and their component parts. We will then contact the manufacturer and lodge your claim request, along with our instruction for timely corrective measures, where required.
Do not attempt to assemble the product until you are in possession of all required components. This is ascertained by following the manufacturers' written general instructions in the assembly manual. Carefully unpack the carton(s). Identify and check off the included parts and components against the parts illustrated and described in the manual. Partial and incomplete assembly (whilst waiting for the supply or re-supply of any reported missing or damaged parts) may result to damage to the structure, for which the retailer and the manufacturer are not responsible for.
Great care is employed by both the manufacturer and their freight carrier and agents, in supplying you with your quality product. Although it may be an exception to the general rule, errors in dispatching or damages incurred in the transportation of the product, may occur. To rectify and resolve this issue expeditiously, the shortage or nature of the damage should be reported in as much detail as possible. In order to initiate the supply or reissue of missing or damaged components, the manufacturer's require the following in a written email, for their action –
- The email is to reference your Discountsheds.com.au Tax Invoice/Receipt Number (as emailed to you by Discountsheds.com.au upon processing of your online or phone order). Note this is different to the automatically generated web order ID. It allows us to identify your order & index it to the manufacturers reference number for your transaction.
- The email is to be forwarded to: firstname.lastname@example.com
- The email is to list any and all, missing or damaged parts that require reissue or replacement (tabled in one item of correspondence). This information must be sourced & noted from the products assembly manual components list, as follows: Quantity, Part Description, & Part No.
If a claim is being made for parts that are damaged, the manufacturers require photos to be attached to your email, that clearly show the damage referred to. Please include adequate detail in the photos for the manufacturer to review the nature and extent of the damage. Photos from afar ( a few steps back showing damages to packaging or material), as well as close up detail, to show damage to parts – would be ideal.
For Absco products, the email is also to include photo(s) of the production information label both on the box and stamped on the internal parts (see example photos below). Please make sure this is done before packaging is destroyed / disposed of / or possibly perishes in the weather. These submissions are requested & required by the manufacturers. It is important for their quality assurance program and where applicable, their possible freight insurance claims.
(Examples only shown below) –
Click here to view more examples of where to locate this information on the supplied product: Tech_Production Info Example(s)
Click here to view a sample email reporting any damages or shortages : Technical_AB_Email To Report Issues
Tech Hub: How To - Info & Tips
Absco Wall Profile (Not to scale)
Local Authority Building Approval
Local council building approval requirements should be researched, understood and complied with, before any purchase is made.
Concrete Slab / Base Minimum Requirements
The manufacturer recommends that a suitable concrete slab or engineered footings, be present to adequately fix to and secure the assembled structure. (Refer to the product assembly manual and the products engineering drawings for concrete slab / footing details and specifications).
Post Layout
Concrete Slab or Footing Requirements
Shed TV - Installation & Other Videos Aids
Getting Started: Checking Off Components
Additional Assembly Videos – Coming Soon
Product Manual & Accessory Manuals
Click below to download & review this products' assembly manual, (and that of any available options and accessories). The hard copies of these instructions will be packaged and included with your order, by the manufacturer.
Product Warranty
All products have been engineered and manufactured using quality endorsed materials that meet Australian standards. Designed for maximum strength and manufactured from low maintenance ribbed steel sheeting for added security.
Click to view the Absco Industries product warranty statement –
Maintenance - Preventative & Other
Just like all items, maintenance at regular intervals may be required to ensure your quality Absco product looks great year after year.
Washing down the steel sheeting on the roof & walls, assists in the removal of contaminating build up. Dust, grime, caustic bird & bat droppings, airborne salts, decaying leaf matter and other pollutants – may cause accelerated damage to the products finish.
It is recommended that a regular wash down with clean water & a non-abrasive cloth or similar – may assist.
How can I clean COLORBOND® steel?
For information on how to keep your COLORBOND® steel looking great, view our page Maintain COLORBOND® steel and ZINCALUME® steel. If you think you may have fungus growing on the surface, view the Identify and Remove Fungus page from the Bluescope steel "Colorbond" website – http://www.colorbond.com/
How do I fix a scratch on Colorbond® Steel?
The recommendation is not to touch up. Minor scratching will not effect the life of the sheet and is rarely obvious to the casual observer. The use of aerosol touch-up sprays usually result in over spray & whilst not immediately obvious, the sprayed on colour may weather at a different rate to the colour and gloss retention qualities of the oven-dried paint on Colorbond® Steel.
What sealants (silicone) can I use with COLORBOND® steel?
Neutral Cure silicone rubber sealants are the only sealants recommended for use with COLORBOND® steel and ZINCALUME® steel. Look for the words "Neutral Cure" on the sealant cartridge to make sure. Note: Please refer to the manufacturer's product manual to ascertain if the use of sealants or other products are recommended or acceptable for use. Some manufacturer's specifically advise that these products should not be used & may void any warranties.
Selecting A Site To Place Your Shed:
Of course, positioning your shed or aviary in the most appropriate spot in your backyard, to start off with, ensures the best possible result for the hassle-free enjoyment & longevity of your purchase.
- Where possible, avoid positioning your shed under a deciduous tree, where falling leaves can accumulate on the roof & in any trim channels. These may trap decaying matter & moisture.
- Choose an area that is firm & level (in all directions). Ideally, the surrounding ground around the pad where the shed is to be placed, should allow for drainage away from the site.
Setting Up Your Shed:
- It is recommended that the shed be set on a suitable concrete slab and anchored down appropriately, per the manufacturer's instructions.
- If your shed is secured to a concrete pad, it is important to understand that concrete is porous by nature. Any continued dampness in the soil may rise through the slab & into the shed, possibly causing condensation. A polythene sheet acting as a barrier, placed over the ground before you pour your concrete, will assist in minimising this. Applying a concrete sealer on the finished & fully cured slab, may also mitigate any moisture transfer inside the shed.
- Do not back fill against the walls or base of the shed. This may cause corrosion & void any manufacturers' warranty.
- Do not allow fertilisers, pool salts etc. to come into contact with the metal parts & sheets. These may abnormally corrode these items & void the manufacturer's warranty.
- Erecting a shed, in windy conditions is extremely difficult, dangerous & not advised.


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Most Americans have more possessions than will comfortably fit in their home, and we are no exception. Somehow, we had managed to fill up our modest one-bedroom apartment with a two-bedroom apartment's worth of belongings. Every cupboard and every closet space was utilized, and we still had things coming out of our ears. While I knew we needed to look for a bigger place, I simultaneously dreaded packing all of the stuff we had accumulated and having to move it all. Enter stage left: NorthStar Moving Corp. When project manager Gadi Avigzer arrived to give us an estimate, he was confident that our move should be a regular cakewalk compared to some of the multi-million dollar estates that they are used to servicing.
After all, if they can move Angelina Jolie and Eva Longoria, our place should be no sweat. He estimated that our move should be split over two days; the first day for packing all of our junk, and the second day to move it all. While Gadi was cool, calm and collected, I still had my doubts. How on earth could all the stuff that was pouring out of every orifice of our apartment ever be tamed? The answer to my question was a pleasant surprise.
Start Time: 8:00 a.m.
Finish Time: 11:30 a.m.
Start Time: 7:45 a.m.
Finish Time: 12:30 p.m.
Friday morning, to our delight, the guys showed up a whole fifteen minutes early and even brought one more set of hands with them, Iron. They wasted no time and dove right in. It seems that they have a system formulated, a sort of assembly line formation, which no doubt took years to develop and perfect, but they are not giving away any trade secrets. When complimented with how fast and hard they work, the guys just smile and say, "Piece of cake!" By 10:00 a.m. the apartment's contents were safely loaded onto the truck and by 10:30 a.m. the guys were unloading the truck into the new place. By noon, the move was officially complete, but these hard-workers stayed an extra half an hour to give us a hand unpacking ALL the boxes so that they could cart away the empty boxes back to the warehouse.
We are extremely grateful to have had a team as efficient and as knowledgeable as Nick, Omar, Gill and Iron. They turned what surely would have been a horrid weekend for us into an enjoyable experience. We can only say,
"Thanks a million" to our expert team and all the insiders at NorthStar that made our move run so smoothly. You saved our time, our weekend, and maybe even our relationship!
In addition to their five-star moving and storage services,
NorthStar contributes to the following charities: Make a Wish Foundation Los Angeles, Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Goodwill of Southern California and sends care packages to our troops in Iraq. If you or someone you know is planning a move in the near future, don't go it alone! Let the good people at
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Forum Post: Undecided voters, beware of Hello Kitty!
Posted 7 years ago on Nov. 5, 2012, 10:05 p.m. EST by WSmith
from Cornelius, OR
This content is user submitted and not an official statement
Undecided voters, beware of Hello Kitty! [and unicorns]
This year, as part of our election coverage, Marketplace is asking comedians what they think about the issues. We'll be doing short bits by both underground and mainstream comics. Yes, the issues in this election are important and serious, but who says we can't have a little fun?
Undecided voters of Ohio and Colorado, Virginia and Florida, Wisconsin and New Hampshire, I take this election seriously. If you have not picked a candidate yet, I assume you are someone who must live for the moment, ruled by their gut, whimsical and possibly distracted by loud noises and shiny objects.
If left alone in a voting booth, I am afraid you will panic. And if enough of you panic, freak out or show up high to the polls -- in the same numbers which tipped the 2000 election when Ralph Nader ran -- you might just vote for a cartoon cat. It will be disastrous. Some would say "cat-astrophic." But I wouldn't. I'd say disastrous.
That's right. Hello Kitty is running for president. And you must not be swayed, you crazy undecided voter. Not even if your booth is filled with Hello Kitty-themed tinsel.
I know you'll want to vote for her. Who wouldn't? Little pink nose, whiskers, running on a platform of "happiness, friendship, and fun." Sure, she'll promise you the moon, but can she deliver? She's a cat without a mouth!
Forget China and Iran, what's America's biggest threat? Frowns. And the cat's only solution so far is to turn them upside down.
Who would she appoint to the Supreme Court? Pro-hug judges who will shift the court's balance? Japanese businessmen? People who are cute?
Hello Kitty does support FEMA -- but only because it has the same letters as "fame." And that's exactly what she wants.
I implore you undecided voters. Choose one of the two humans instead. The black one or the white one, I don't care which. Just don't tank this when you're in the booth. Elect someone you actually believe in.
About the author
Tamara Federici's work has appeared in The New Yorker and Mad Magazine.


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Fans mob Baltimore streets to celebrate Ravens win
BALTIMORE (AP) — Hundreds of giddy Ravens fans poured into the streets Sunday night, whooping, hollering, dancing, and high-fiving complete strangers as they celebrated the team's 34-31 victory over the San Francisco 49ers.
Patrons who had packed into Mother's Federal Hill Grille to watch the team's second Super Bowl appearance since it arrived in Baltimore in 1996 jumped up onto the bar and began belting out a rendition of the Queen song "We are the champions," as bartenders sprayed purple party string into the air.
"I love this team. I love this city!" screamed Andrew Bieler, 21, immediately after the game ended.
Michael Falls, 25, said he plans to take Monday off from his accounting job and his boss was going to do the same.
"I'm going to live up the night," he said.
Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake joined in the fun, dancing and singing alongside the fans.
"The Baltimore Ravens once again demonstrated strength, poise, and perseverance as they prevailed in Super Bowl XLVII," Rawlings Blake said in a statement.
In a live interview from New Orleans on WBAL-TV, Rawlings-Blake said the city will hold a parade in the team's honor on Tuesday that will start at City Hall and end at the Ravens' stadium.
She also urged fans to celebrate peacefully, while local television footage showed police mounted on horseback circling the crowds to maintain order.
Fans wearing the team's signature black-and-purple jerseys and purple-feathered boas said they were especially happy for retiring middle linebacker Ray Lewis, No. 52, the only current player who started with the team when it came to the city.
The victory celebration is "90 percent for Ray, 10 percent for the city of Baltimore," said Darren Love, 40.


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pik-ê-yun • Hear it!
Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun
Meaning: 1. (Adjective) Paltry, trivial, trifling. 2. (Adjective) Niggling, petty, picky, choosy, fastidious, fussy. 3. (Noun) A nickel, a five-cent piece. 4. (Noun) Something of little value, not worth a picayune.
Notes: The only relative picayune has is picayunish "tending to be picayune". We must add this suffix if we want to use today's word as an adverb, picayunishly; it just sounds better. The meaning of picky may have been influenced by today's Good Word. Picky refers to someone who is fastidious, fussy, careful of the most trivial details.
In Play: Here is the sense in which today's word is most often used: "Charlotte Russe is so picayune about her table settings, every piece of silverware must be perfectly aligned." However, the nominal sense remains with us: "Hank Epanki doesn't give a picayune for formalities."
Word History: Today's Good Word came to English from southern French slang picaillon "money" but carrying the sense of picalhon "small coin". This word probably was derived from dialectal piquar "to ring, strike" in reference to coins jingling in the pocket. It came to US English via Louisiana, where it first referred to any small coin of the least value. Piquar comes from Vulgar (street) Latin piccare "to pierce, prick", which also gave us pique. (It wouldn't be picayune of me to thank David Stevens of the Alpha Agora for suggesting today's Good Word.)
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Exclusive: Just how good was 'Glee''s version of the Journey classic 'Don't Stop Believin''? That was the question that castmember Corey Monteith asked Popeater last week, wondering if Journey lead-singer Steve Perry felt that they "crapped" on the iconic anthem. 'Glee' asked and PopEater answered, tracking down Perry even as he recovered from a nasty flu ("I don't think it was the pig thing. But it was definitely bad," he says.) Perry's verdict on the "Glee" version? Find Out After the Jump!
"I would give it an A," Perry tells PopEater exclusively. "I think they did a good job." He then added, laughing along the way, that "A+ is reserved for the original. That's a little shameless promotion, forgive me."
When asked directly if 'Glee' "crapped on" the song, the singer answered honestly. "No. They did a really nice heartfelt high school interpretation of a song," Perry tells PopEater.
Perry has maintained vigilance with projects using his former-group's classic song, making sure they "don't degrade the music" -- even insisting on knowing how the 'Sopranos' producers were going to use the song to end that iconic series. "I didn't want to see Tony Soprano get whacked during Just a Small Town Girl," Perry tells us.
For 'Glee,' Perry was shown a rough cut of the wildly popular show's finale before it aired and was blown away. "I thought it was edgy writing and I was impressed," he says. "That was before we got to the song."
He's not alone in loving the revamped version, which hit gold certification for digital sales in excess of 500,000 downloads.
The new take on the tune didn't exactly bring back high school memories for the rocker who didn't do the glee-club. Not surprisingly, he rocked drums in an R&B band. "The jocks didn't like us and the glee club didn't like us," Perry admits. "We were admired by the people who went to the after-game dances. They could dance to our music."
The dancing continues. Perry even heard that whole new generations of "Believin'" fans were belting out the tune as 'Glee' producers accepted the gold plaque for the song. "There were people around the area singing during the ceremony," Perry says. "Can I ask you one thing? What is possibly wrong with that?"


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State Dinner Curse Strikes Again With French President Visit
The sticky issue of French president's plus-one invitation to White House.
Feb. 10, 2014 -- Looks like French President Francois Hollande will attend Tuesday's state dinner tout seul.
Since Hollande split with live-in girlfriend Valérie Trierweiler, France's de facto first lady, amid allegations of an affair with 41-year-old actress Julie Gayet, the White House has likely been puzzling over potential seating arrangements.
Though the official invitation was addressed to "President Hollande and Valérie Trierweiler," some people speculated that Hollande would bring Gayet instead. Much to France's relief, Hollande announced he would travel to the U.S. unaccompanied.
The White House is ducking questions about the French president's personal situation, referring reporters to the French government. But Hollande's tryst isn't the only scandal that has threatened to complicate state dinners in recent years.
At the Obama's first official state dinner in November 2009, so-called White House party crashers Tareq and Michaele Salahi managed to slip through two Secret Service checkpoints into the reception, where they were announced by a uniformed Marine and photographed alongside the president, vice president, and guest of honor, Indian Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh.
The White House later confirmed that the Salahis weren't on the guest list. But the couple -– reportedly vying for a spot on Bravo's "Real Housewives of DC" –- insisted that they were, in fact, invited.
"We were ... not crashers," Michaele Salahi told NBC's Matt Lauer, calling the incident "a series of misunderstandings."
Secret Service Director Mark Sullivan took responsibility for the extraordinary security breach, saying, "The preliminary findings of our internal investigation have determined established protocols were not followed at an initial checkpoint. ... That failing is ours."
At a congressional hearing, the Salahis took the Fifth.
White House administration faced sharp criticism once again in January 2011, following a state dinner for Chinese President Hu Jintao.
Pundits criticized the overly-extravagant menu, which included a 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, originally priced at $115 per bottle and sold for around $350 at the time of the dinner.
They also chastised Michelle Obama, who wore an orange Alexander McQueen gown, for choosing a British designer over an American one -- a faux pas that some felt was especially painful given China's rising economic stature.
Then, in September 2013, Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff cancelled her White House visit after documents released by National Security Agency contractor Edward Snowden reportedly revealed that the U.S. had been listening in on Rousseff's telephone calls and emails.
Rousseff lambasted the NSA's snooping as "a violation of human rights and civil liberties" and refused to reschedule, even after a 20-minute personal phone call from President Obama.
The White House labeled the cancellation a "postponement" and said it hoped the relationship between Brazil and the United States would not be "overshadowed by a single bilateral issue."
"The president ... is committed to working together with President Rousseff ... in diplomatic channels to move beyond this issue as a source of tension in our bilateral relationship," White House Press Secretary Jay Carney said.


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Today Bob Ainsworth, the Defence Secretary, made it known to the High Court that he believes there is cause for a fresh inquiry.
... Clive Lewis, QC, for the Government, said the secretary of state "profoundly regretted" a failure to make documents available to the court in good time and the fact that searches for relevant documents "cannot be said to have been effective".
The High Court must now decide how the fresh inquiry should be conducted.
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A few things
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ktquiltsJuly 19, 2011 at 8:58 pm
I voted for nearly every color!!
DeeRooJuly 20, 2011 at 6:12 am
Hey kiddo…if I was taking your class I would want to know more about ironing…the proper way(s) and how to make quilts that have lots of triangles with lots of fabric meeting in one place not so bulkie so the seams lay flat.

Had a chance to relax this summer?:)
xo
BriawnaJuly 20, 2011 at 6:37 am
in an intro to quilting class, i'd probably want to learn how to get a perfect 1/4 seam allowance, pick good fabric combos, and match up points and seams. Good luck!
Katy CameronJuly 20, 2011 at 6:42 am
I'd love to do an intro to quilting class, as I'm currently taking a rather haphazard 'guess it and see' approach (I should probably spend some time this weekend surfing the net for some tutorials, right enough!)

I'd like to learn about the best seam allowances, how to press the seams (as a dessmaker and teddy bear maker my instinct is to press open, but I've
Sarah@PingsAndNeedlesJuly 20, 2011 at 3:24 pm
Yes, I think pressing and seam allowances would pretty much do it for me too …

Hey! congrats Amy on being in this month's British Patchwork & Quilting in their Wandering the Web section … xx
fotohokJuly 22, 2011 at 6:30 am
I've never made a quilt, but have sewn for years. I've seen a lot about cutting, seams, pressing and fabrics and could always learn more. However, If this is a basics class, for someone like me, I'd really love to hear about thread and thread selection.
What should the makeup be (Cotton/polyester/embroidery floss)
Are the threads sold in Nat'l fabric stores ok to use
fotohokJuly 22, 2011 at 6:32 am
P.S. I forgot to say that I'm dying to try making a quilt and have really enjoyed your blog over the last few months. You have such a fresh outlook on quilting and life that I enjoy, so thanks!


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MLSsoccer.com editors Simon Borg and Jason Saghini highlight the teams who came away as the big winners following Thursday's SuperDraft.
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Houston Dynamo & Chivas USA: These two teams both traded up to get a second selection in the first round and were the biggest winners on the day for it.
Both teams came away with the two highest-rated right backs (Zarek Valentin for Chivas USA and Kofi Sarkodie for Houston) and arguably the top two available forwards (Victor Estupiñan for Chivas USA and Will Bruin for Houston).
Columbus Crew: Columbus is rebuilding after a down season and the slow dismantling of their 2008 championship side. The club's draft picks will go a long way toward reshaping Robert Warzycha roster.
Rich Balchan has all the tools to step on the field right away, filling a need at right back. The trading of Steve Lenhart to San Jose yielded not only an exciting attacker in Justin Meram, but also allocation money. Meram's slashing ability will be a welcome change of pace off the bench for Warzycha.
Cole Grossman is a mature player who is not far away from contributing and could help ease the loss of Brian Carroll. Taking a flyer on Bernardo Anor, a Venezuelan youth international, adds depth at midfield.
LA Galaxy: The Galaxy were not well positioned going into the SuperDraft but still finished with quality players in key positions. First, they took diminutive Uruguayan Paolo Cardozo, who can provide creativity and unpredictability in attack which they sorely lacked in 2010. They also landed a natural right midfielder in Cal's Hector Jimenez, who will prove a good back-up for David Beckham. But the biggest catch was arguably MLS veteran Chad Barrett, who the Galaxy acquired in a trade with Toronto FC. He is due for a breakout season which could come in LA.
Houston Dynamo: Dominic Kinnear isn't used to having much allocation money to work with but after Houston's worst finish ever, he showed he knows what to do with it. The Dynamo came in with only one pick in the draft and left with two of the best young talents available.
Right back Kofi Sarkodie has the talent to get into the attack, something sorely missing from Houston's backline last season. Will Bruin is a target forward and a big body who will come in and learn from one of the best MLS has ever seen, Brian Ching. Bruin's athleticism will allow him to play off of Ching and the double threat could prove difficult to stop.
Seattle Sounders: Sigi Schmid came away with a total of five players, tied for most in the SuperDraft and depth should not be an issue in 2011. They now have quality insurance at left back (Michael Tetteh), defensive midfield (Servando Carrasco) and attacking midfield (Alex Caskey), while also taking a goalkeeper who is said to be cut from the Tony Meola mold (Bryan Merideth). Although not a Combine standout, SMU's Leone Cruz will add soccer acumen to the competition at center back.
D.C. United: United had to be thrilled when they found out Salgado had gone first to Vancouver. After that, they could simply write down Perry Kitchen's name on their draft sheet. Kitchen will join young players like Andy Najar, Conor Shanosky, Ethan White and Bill Hamid in shaping what could be a very good team in a few years.
Chris Korb is a proven winner from Akron. He can cover at either fullback position. Denver's Joe Willis is a goalkeeper with impressive size who can get down quickly and stop shots with the best of them.


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100 Years of Grand: The Grand Canyon Centennial Project
A digital archive celebrating the Centennial of the Grand Canyon National Park. A collaborative project of the Arizona State University Library, Cline Library, Northern Arizona University and the Grand Canyon National Park. Additional materials are available via the project website.
- 2 Image
- 2 still image
- 2 Public
- Luhrs, George Henry Nicholas Jr., 1895-1984
- Taylor, Ella Louise Henriette Luhrs, 1886-1974
- Luhrs Family Photographs
- 2 Bright Angel Trail (Ariz.)
- 2 Grand Canyon (Ariz.)
- 2 Luhrs, George Henry Nicholas Sr., 1847-1929
- 2 Stroud, Emma Sophia Johanna Luhrs, 1888-1968
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- 1 Kolb Bros.
- 1 Luhrs, Catherina Margarete Dodenhof, 1862-1942
- Tertiary History of the Grand Cañon District with Atlas
- History of the Grand Canyon National Park
- Stage Coach Trip to the Grand Canyon, 1895, by Josephine Frankenberg of Tempe
- Letter from A. E. Demaray, National Park Service to Carl Hayden
- Letter from Carl Hayden to J. R. Eakin, Grand Canyon National Park
Mounted black and white photograph with a typescript annotation, "July 17 1914. Making the trip down Bright Angel trail at the Grand Canyon of Arizona on mules. Left to right: George H. N. Luhrs, Jr., unknown, George H. N. Luhrs, Emma Luhrs, Ella Luhrs. Bright Angel Trail to the Colorado River, at bottom on canyon".
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- 1914-07-17
Black and white print with members of the Luhrs family. Typescript annotation, "July 17th, 1914. Going down Bright Angel Canyon of Arizona, Those on the mules, from bottom up: unknown, unknown, Ella Luhrs, Emma Luhrs, George H. N. Luhrs, unknown, Roger Hunt, George Luhrs Jr., Catherine Margarita 'Gretchen' (Mrs Geo H. N.) Luhrs standing beside George Luhrs Jr.". Beside the trail, a sign displays, "Photo by Kolb Brothers".
- Contributors
- Kolb Bros.
- Created Date
- 1914-07-17


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Medical Transcription Services Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 – 2019
Transparency Market Research - Tuesday, August 5, 2014.
Submitted by Jess Bruce.
According to a new market report published by Transparency Market Research "Medical Transcription Services Market (History and Physical Report, Discharge Summary, Operative Note or Report, Consultation Report and Others & MT Outsourcing and Offshoring) - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 - 2019", the global medical transcription services market was valued at USD 41.4 million in 2012 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.6% from 2013 to 2019, to reach an estimated value of USD 60.6 million in 2019.
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Medical transcription (MT) is one of the application based domains of healthcare management and is currently facing intense transformation. Factors such as infrastructural initiatives taken up by governments, implementation of electronic health record systems in developed nations, automation of healthcare operations and growing concerns for offering better, safe and swift healthcare service to the patients will have an impact on the current model of medical transcription industry.
The global medical transcription is segmented on the basis of service types and by the mode of procurement of transcription services. Based on service type, the medical transcription services is classified into History and Physical Report (H&P), Discharge Summary (DS), Operative Note or Report (OP), Consultation Report (CONSULTS), Others (Pathology Report (PATH) & Radiology Report (x rays or radiographs)) market. The market share of CONSULT reports is largest among all the other reports in the medical transcription services market as these reports are repeatedly produced for single patients undergoing treatment each time the patient visits the specialist. It is expected that the global market fort CONSULT reports will reach USD 21.1 million with the market growing at a CAGR of 3.3% from 2013 to 2019. Earlier H&P reports were made only for hospitalized patients and patients undergoing treatment which involved several visits to specific clinics or hospitals but currently H&P reports are made for both inpatients as well as outpatients to reduce the risk of reimbursement issues. This has increased the share of H&P reports in the overall medical transcription services market.
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Any healthcare institute in order to acquire medical transcription service can either outsource the job to a domestic medical transcription service organization, offshore or opt for both methods. Outsourcing is the most preferred mode of service procurement in medical transcription with the market share of 62.2% in 2012. In addition, large internationally operating healthcare organizations prefer to opt for both the modes of service procurement, due to reasons such as ease of operations, rapid turnaround times and easy allocation of monetary resources on the basis of nature of reports.
Asian countries such as India and Philippines are some of the leading hubs for offshoring of transcription services. Most of the offshored business is captured by these countries and is supported by government incentives and subsidies for setting new business and expansion of existing business units. United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Latin America are emerging markets in RoW followed by Qatar. North America currently dominates and is expected to retain its position in the medical transcription services market in the future. Growth drivers for this market in North America are factors such as rise in aging population and passing of Patient Protection and Affordable Healthcare Act, 2013. The North America medical transcription services market was worth more than USD 18 million and is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 5% in the forecast period.
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SUNY Canton Legal Studies and Finance Degrees Named Among Most Affordable in the NationWednesday, July 30th, 2014
SUNY Canton's four-year bachelor's degrees in Finance and Legal Studies are among the most economical online programs in the U.S, according to SR Education Group, an organization that advocates for accessible higher education.
The group surveyed and ranked schools based on affordability. To be considered for inclusion, colleges are required to offer programs that are entirely online.
"We completed extensive research into the cost of attending different online colleges to enable students to find the most affordable online degrees," said Kimberly Wetter, marketing director for SR Education Group. "With the average price of college skyrocketing, forcing many students to rely on student loans to fund their education, we were impressed with SUNY Canton's ability to continue to offer affordable online degrees."
SUNY Canton's Legal Studies program, which was launched in 2006, was ranked 16th on the list. Students in the program have the opportunity to intern with law firms, courts, public defenders and district attorneys. Program graduates either attend law school or begin their careers working for law offices, government agencies or court facilities.
The four-year bachelor's degree in Finance, which was ranked 17th, allows students to develop knowledge of banking, financial markets, insurance, and financial planning and forecasting and use this knowledge to start or continue careers in these fields. Seniors in the program can take advantage of internship opportunities to build practical skills and establish industry connections.
"Students in our undergraduate four-year Finance and Legal Studies programs receive a quality and flexible course of study to prepare them for careers in each field," said Jondavid S. DeLong, dean of the School of Business and Liberal Arts. "The recognized affordability of the programs relative to others like them makes them even more attractive to students and their families.
Last year SR Education Group announced that SUNY Canton's Bachelor of Science Nursing program was also one of the most economical online programs in the nation. To view the entire list of rankings, visit www.onlineu.org.
About SUNY Canton
SUNY Canton is Northern New York's premier college for career-driven bachelor's degrees, associate degrees and certificate programs. The college delivers quality hands-on programs in engineering technology, health, management and public service. Faculty members are noted for their professional real-world experience in addition to outstanding academic credentials. SUNY Canton OnLine offers hundreds of flexible and convenient courses as well as eight exclusively online bachelor's degrees. The college's 14 athletic teams compete as provisional members of the NCAA Division III and the USCAA.


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It seems almost impossible that we have already begun the spring semester of the 2011-12 academic year. Time certainly does fly when you're having so much fun and there are so many enjoyable activities on campus.
The big concern as we looked toward this past fall was enrollment. We graduated our largest class ever in May 2011, and with less-than-favorable demographics and a still-sputtering economy, we were very concerned. What transpired was one of the best team efforts with which I have ever been associated. Led by our admissions team but including many faculty, staff, and friends of the college as well, we were able to recruit our largest freshman class ever (848) resulting in our largest overall enrollment of 3,205 FTE students.
Our goal always is to have 3,000 full-time-equivalent students on campus to begin the fall semester. This is the number at which we can operate most efficiently and effectively. Typically, we have 125 FTE students studying in off-campus programs each fall.
Gratefully, we did not reduce our standards (the freshman class had an average high school GPA of 3.78 and an average ACT of 26+), nor did we "buy" students by offering financial aid packages that were unsustainable long-term. Rather, our message was to convey with as much integrity as we could muster the worth of a Hope College education.
Pricing Philosophy
Hope's pricing philosophy clearly identifies us as an outlier in today's market. With the Board of Trustees' encouragement, we price low (with a lower sticker price by far than other institutions in the Great Lakes Colleges Association, our academic consortium group), provide generous but not unsustainable financial aid packages, and try to keep tuition, room, and board increases near or even below inflation. For example, our 2011-12 tuition, room, and board increase was 1.9 percent versus a national average of 4.6 percent for all private colleges. How is Hope able to do this? Carefully, of course! But, realistically, disciplined effort to control costs, strategic financial planning, targeted stewardship efforts, and diligent student recruiting and fundraising efforts make it possible. Thus far we're very pleased with the results of this concerted effort.
Best Value
Hope College is once again identified as providing a best value among private institutions according to the annual rankings by Kiplinger's Personal Finance. The listing recognizes colleges and universities that deliver a high-quality education at an affordable cost, with Hope 68th out of 200 cited in the rankings. Every college in the country was evaluated. "Hope placed in the top 200 because of a high four-year graduation rate, low average student debt at graduation, good student-to-faculty ratio, excellent on-campus resources, and overall great value," according to the publisher.
A Greater Hope
In addition to enrollment, a second major concern this past fall was the funding for our comprehensive campaign, A Greater Hope. As many of you know, this past fall the college moved from the "quiet" phase to the public launching of this ambitious campaign. The goals and components of the campaign are now clearly identified, and we are aggressively pursuing both. We seek $175 million by July 1, 2013. To date, $141 million has been committed. The components include:
Projects yet to be completed include the following:
As is our current practice, construction begins on these projects when the project cost and a 25-percent maintenance endowment are fully pledged so that tomorrow's generations will not be saddled with bond repayments and maintenance costs on buildings we build today.
Gratefully, we have very generous multi-million-dollar lead gifts for each of our initiatives. Yet, these gifts alone will not, nor should they, suffice. We will not reach our goal unless all of us as friends and alumni of Hope contribute as we are able, perhaps even sacrificially. There is an urgency about this campaign as we seek to complete funding in a timely fashion. So, today I'm asking every friend and all alumni of Hope to think and act on how you might help Hope achieve this lofty goal by contributing generously to the annual Hope Fund, pledging to the endowment or building projects, and/or making provision for a gift through your estate planning. Every gift, large or small, will help us to be successful. We are confident this goal of $175 million for A Greater Hope is achievable, because we were successful ($161 million) with our Legacies campaign completed in 2005.
Hope has a beautiful campus with attractive, well-maintained, and timeless buildings. Yet, we don't build new facilities just to have nice buildings. Rather, we build buildings so that students and faculty can perform at the very highest levels. Hope also has excellent programs. But, what makes Hope special is people—and especially the extent to which faculty, staff, friends, and alumni invest in the lives of students. So, if you want to be dynamically involved with Hope—a college that changes lives, a place with exceptionality in academics, superiority in intercollegiate sport and co-curricular activities, and excellence in character and faith development—invest in Hope. It will positively influence present and future generations of students, as it has yours and mine, for both time and eternity.
Hope enjoys an enviable town-gown relationship with the greater Holland area—the result of intentional efforts by the city and college over a very long period of time. To be sure, we share a common heritage, with both the city and the college founded through the visionary leadership of Albertus C. Van Raalte (whose 200th birth date was celebrated both in Holland and in the Netherlands this past fall through an effort organized by Provost Emeritus Dr. Jacob E. Nyenhuis, director of Hope's Van Raalte Institute). There can be little doubt, though, that both the community and college are stronger because of our ongoing willingness to work together unselfishly. For example, the cooperation of our city fathers has been essential in enabling Hope to more than double its campus acreage in the last decade. For this we are very grateful.
But, Hope does also provide many outstanding opportunities for the community—most at little or no cost. These take the form of cultural, educational, spiritual, and athletic events. High-quality events in theatre, music, art, dance, and intercollegiate sport as well as guest speakers all add to the vitality of western Michigan. Earlier this year, an independent firm analyzed the economic impact of Hope on the greater Holland area and calculated a dollar figure of $1 billion over the next five years. But, arguably the greatest impact is more subjective and includes the service of Hope faculty, staff, and especially our students working voluntarily to make ours a better community. I'm so impressed with them. Some examples include:
Nursing Exam
Hope graduates do very well on professional exams. The most recent example is the 100-percent pass rate for our 2011 nursing graduates on the Nursing Council License Exam (NCLEX). Hope was one of 51 colleges out of 658 BSN colleges and universities nationwide (7.8 percent) with a 100-percent first-time pass rate.
Prospective students literally have hundreds of options from which to choose when selecting a college or university. We who know Hope understand well the virtues of the college, but in the highly competitive landscape of higher education it is essential that we share our story as effectively as possible. Although I still think word-of-mouth promotion by our students and their families is the best form of affirmation, we are working with a consulting firm to enhance promotion of the college. This will be noticeable in both electronic and print media materials in the coming weeks. We have no desire, however, to dissipate resources by engaging in marketing and advertising wars with our competition; so, don't expect to see us on billboards between and Holland and Grand Rapids in the near future!
I receive so many affirming letters as president of this wonderful college that we all love and support. One recently received from 11-year-old Audrey Redeker touched me perhaps more than any other in my 27 years as a college president, and I share it with you with her permission. But first, a little background. I initially met Audrey one year ago when her brother, Jonathan, enrolled as a freshman and remember her sobbing in the chapel when the thought of leaving her brother at college was too overwhelming for her. As I tried unsuccessfully to console Audrey, I knew she must enjoy a very special relationship with her brother. In the midst of her tears, it was heartwarming. We met again this past fall during the Family Weekend worship service in Dimnent, and this time there were only smiles.
Dear Mr. President Bultman,
Thank you for talking to me yesterday at chapel. I love Hope College, and I hope that I can go there when I get older. I want to be a teacher when I get older. I also want to play basketball at Hope. I need to grow taller.
My brother, Jonathan, lives next to your house in Durfee. Next time I visit him, maybe I could visit your house.
You are a wonderful president at Hope College. I wish that you could stay at Hope forever!
Audrey Redeker
This letter warmed the heart of a soon-to-retire college president.
James E. Bultman, President


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hello there guys... yeah i know i have been off blogging for a looonnnggg time.... simply cuz i didnt have nething to write. ofc the news channels have been overflowing with all kinds of news.... ranging from the terrorists bomb attacks to why-isnt-aishwarya-rai-having-a-baby.... geez! gimme a break there u crazy news ppl...
On the college front... VJ seems to have taken the turn for the worst... as it implemented new rules abt practicals, lects, and assignments.... bang in the last few remaining *to be precise the last 2sems* of our engineering life. for once we have teachers...who dont fool around, can speak english, give notes... and actually bother to take lectures. the only question i have for the diro, and these teachers are... where the heck where u when we were taking out morchas for the lack of faculty? nd now when the entire 4th year B Tech seems to have dissappeared into the shady abyss of CAT preps... u decide to impose compulsory lectures???? $!#$ #$@^!!!!!
so now along with my GRE n CAT preps, i have to -->
write a whole textbooks worth of assignment *weightage : 1 mark*
complete assignments *weightage : 3marks*
attend lectures *weightage : 3marks*
bother with class tests *weightage : 2.5 marks*
*all weightages out of final 100 marks....sheesh!!!*
ok bbye for now... ciao...
P.S : while on the train back home from college today... i was suddenly quite nostalgic abt VJTI years... so next post coming up soon....dedicated entirely t VJTI years....
Sep 29, 2008
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