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LONDON: At 2pm GMT on February 14, you will be able to talk live with Christiana Figueres, Executive Secretary, United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), in the first of our 2013 series of Twitter Q&As.
As we leave COP 18 in Doha behind us and look ahead to 2015 in hopes of an international climate agreement, with the title of 'How can the world achieve the right momentum for a global climate framework?', this discussion couldn't come at a more crucial moment in time.
Responding to your proposals around this topic will be Christiana Figueres, Executive Secretary, UNFCCC, who has been involved in climate negotiations since 1995. Christiana was a member of the Costa Rican negotiating team and has represented Latin America and the Caribbean on the Executive Board of the Clean Development Mechanism. She has also served on several boards of non-governmental organizations involved in climate change issues. As the UN's top climate change official, Christiana has helped oversee the major UN climate change conferences in Cancun in 2010, Durban in 2011 and in Doha at the end of last year.
The live discussion will take place between 2-3pm GMT (3-4pm CET) on Thursday February 14, 2013, as part of our 2013 Twitter Q&A series, which will run throughout the year and feature high-profile, expert guests sharing their insights on a range of clean revolution topics.
To take part, all you need to do is log in to Twitter and head to @ClimateGroup at 2pm on February 14 and ask your on-topic question.
To ensure Christiana doesn't miss your question, be sure to include the hashtag #CleanRevolution in your tweet.
During the session, we would appreciate it if you could re-tweet the questions and answers to maximize exposure of the discussion. The world's leading businesses and governments must pay attention to this important discussion.
After the session, you will be able to find a summary highlighting the key points from the debate on our website.
Add the 2pm GMT (3-4pm CET), February 14 event to your Outlook/Google calendars now, and follow our guests on Twitter:
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Gymnastics meet honors late Todd Heimer
Todd Heimer's first love may have been baseball, but his lifelong passion was high school athletics. It's no wonder, then, that when Nassau gymnastics coordinator Kim Rhatigan asked to hold an invitational for athletes who hadn't earned scores high enough to advance to the state qualifier, he didn't hesitate.
"He said, 'Cartwheel Kim,' just go for it," Rhatigan said. "And now, 18 years later, it's grown into a tremendous meet that really emphasizes the high school gymnast."
Heimer, the executive director of Nassau athletics, died of a heart attack a year ago Thursday at the age of 56.
With his family in attendance Wednesday, Heimer's legacy was officially acknowledged in the newly-named Todd Heimer Coaches' Invitational at New Hyde Park High School. The annual event, which attracted 200 gymnasts from 20 schools, is a showcase for dedicated gymnasts who may not have the formal club training of the sport's top scorers, Rhatigan said. "These kids are the heart and soul of the team," she said.
Honors were divided among the two conferences: Top all-around in Conference I went to Massapequa's Sarah Woods, who finished with a 28.625. Valley Stream's Imani Williams, of Conference II, finished with a meet-high 28.750.
"It feels really good," Williams said, surrounded by her screaming teammates. "My biggest challenge was beam. I had to do a new trick [a diving cartwheel] and [winning] feels good."
The top 10 placers in every event for each conference also were acknowledged -- an inclusive practice that was very much in tune with the spirit of Heimer's tenure as executive director, said Pat Pizzarelli, the Lawrence athletic director and a close friend of Heimer.
"He was a minor league baseball player . . . but he gave the same time and effort and importance to every sport," Pizzarelli said. "He was all about the kids. If it was good for the kids and good for the sport, that's what he did, and that's what this meet is about."
The highest scores of the night belonged to Lawrence's Taylor Luck, who earned an 8.30 on beam, tops in Conference II and overall. Plainview-Old Bethpage's Colleen Burke earned a 8.15 on her front handspring vault, while teammate's Lauren Bernstein's floor routine was enough for a 8.15. Bernstein took first in all three of her events in Conference I with a 7.20 on bars and a 8.00 on beam.
"These are the kids that are working their tails off," Rhatigan said. "This meet is a reward. They don't get any recognition. This is their day."

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The Supreme Court Thursday directed Karnataka to release 2.44 tmc (thousand million cubic feet) of Cauvery river water to Tamil Nadu for irrigating its standing crops in the delta basin.
The apex court bench headed by Justice R.M. Lodha said Karnataka would release the water forthwith. The court passed its order after receiving the report of the expert committee that had visited the Tamil Nadu part in the delta region and recommended that 2.44 tmc water be released for the standing crop.
Brushing aside Tamil Nadu's objections, the court said: "According to you, whatever you say should be accepted as gospel truth and the order be passed accordingly."
The court's strong observation came in the wake of Tamil Nadu objecting to the expert committee report and saying that it was not based on objective grounds.
Appearing for Tamil Nadu earlier this week, senior counsel C.S. Vaidvanathan sought nine TMC of water for the state's standing crops spread over six lakh hectares of land.
He said one-third of the crops spread over three lakh hectares of land had perished due to drought and the remaining crop in six lakh hectares area needed to be irrigated twice to save it.
Senior counsel Fali Nariman, appearing for Karnataka, contended that 40 percent of standing crops had been harvested and the rest was about to be harvested. Thus, Tamil Nadu needed no water for irrigation.


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Sacrificial lambs? Gender equity in collegiate sports a joke
Every year around this time I ask myself, "Do I need to write about the NBA?" and the answer is invariably "Yes." February is the NBA's time to experience life as an only child: football is over, and spring training is still weeks away– until the playoffs loom, February is the only time the NBA doesn't have to share the spotlight.
So undoubtedly I'll write a column about the NBA in February. But not this week. This week I've got a bone to pick.
Remember February 2? It was a Wednesday, it was Groundhog's Day.
Do you remember what you were doing? Were you planning your Super Bowl menu? Checking TMZ for videos of Ben Roethlisberger? Perhaps you were tweeting responses to James Harrison's mockery of Roger Goodell.
It was a Wednesday, it was Groundhog's Day– and it was National Girls and Women in Sports Day.
Since the people who created National Girls and Women in Sports Day (NGWSD) are such nincompoops that they didn't realize the futility of cramming it into the most testosterone-packed, machismo-laden, man-loving week of the year, it's little wonder so few people have ever heard of it, much less care about it.
So when the University of Delaware chose Thursday, February 3, the day after NGWSD, to hold a town hall meeting about its decision to axe men's running teams, it did so with absolutely no sense of irony.
If you thought, what irony?– what does Delaware cutting its men's teams have to do with girls or women anyway?– then you've asked an astute question. The answer is: everything.
Delaware isn't cutting men's track and cross-country because they stink or cost too much or suffer from a lack of interest; Delaware, a school with 57 percent female enrollment, is cutting men's track and cross country so it can adhere to Title IX guidelines: Delaware just doesn't want to spend the chump change it would cost to create a women's track and cross country team. And that's not paranoia talking; that's the truth.
When athletic director Bernard Muir– who not only has two daughters, but also serves on the national governing body for men's and women's basketball– first announced Delaware's decision back in January, he specifically cited Title IX as a reason for the University's decision.
"We found ourselves facing two options: either we had to continue the periodic expansion of programming for women in order to be responsive to their interests and abilities, or adjust the current offerings to provide equitable and substantially proportionate participation opportunities for our men and women."
So much for women's interests and abilities, say Bernard Muir and nearly every man who has commented about Delaware's decision. Male bloggers on Delaware Online called Title IX "a train wreck," "horse crap," "a bad law" and "nonsense."
One man even had the audacity to ask, "Who's looking out for civil rights for me and my sons?" One might well ask oneself how, 38 years after Title IX first became law, such hateful and disgusting attitudes can still exist.
And it's not just about sports. What happened at Delaware has made barely a ripple in the pond of college athletics, but it's hardly "nonsense." A recent article in the New York Times reported that starting salaries for female physicians are much lower than men's, and the gender pay gap has grown from 12.5 percent to 17 percent in the past decade.
Gender inequality is supposed to be illegal, but it's more than tolerated; it's outright ignored. And make no mistake: such heinous discrepancies have their roots in what happened at Delaware and every school that makes similar choices.
Before 1972, women had almost no hope of equality in education, much less sports, but I agree with many of the male bloggers on Delaware Online: Title IX is fundamentally flawed. Rather than an either-or approach to the law's three-prong test of compliance, all three prongs should be required to meet Title IX's standards. The either-or approach gives schools at least two loopholes through which they can deny women opportunity and funnel more money to high profile men's sports, especially football, which is exactly what Delaware is doing with the $20,000 it saved by cutting men's track and cross-country.
Delaware was right about one thing: there are two things a school can sacrifice and still comply with Title IX: women's interests and abilities.
Juanita Giles lives on a farm in Charlotte County with her husband, son and many dogs.Read more on: female athletesTitle IX
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Hey Juanita, you should probably do some research before you have an article published. Delaware has and will continue to have a women's Cross Country, Indoor Track, and Outdoor Track team. In said town meeting, the university also admitted they were in compliance with title IX and they were already planning to add Women's golf that would have kept them compliant for the near future at the very least. Title IX has good intentions, but it is a bit flawed. In this case, however, it's just a scapegoat.
I am all for gender equity for men and women, and I understand the direction in which you were going in writing this article I am also a UD alum and former member of the Men's Cross-Country and Track and Field teams. As upset as I am with the decision that was made to "reclassify" the Men's running programs, I feel I should come to their defense and point out few things that are incorrect in your article.
1). UD does have Women's Cross-Country and Track and field teams.
2). UD didn't decide to have a "town hall" meeting the day after NGWSD. I had requested to meet with Bernard Muir along. if I could meet with him along with some other alumni and the number of people attending the meeting grew very quickly to over 80 people. He still agreed to meet and told me to name the time and date. I gave him a few dates to choose from, (shamefully) unaware of NGWSD, one was on NGWSD and one was the day after. So that isn't the University of Delaware's fault for choosing that date, they just chose from the dates that I had suggested. It's better than having the meeting on NGWSD.
3). UD is adding Women's Golf team next fall, so they are trying to adhere to women's interests and abilities.
Here is the thought of many people in the Delaware running community and the State of Delaware,including both men and women. The problem is they are just trying to use Title IX as a front, many people feel it is strictly an economic decision. UD is making improvements to their athletic facilities and they would like to improve the performance of many of their athletic teams. In order to do this they need addtional funds. During a tough economic climate it is very difficult to raise funds, so in order get those addtional funds cuts must be made. For whatever reason, they chose the Men's running programs. It is very easy to use Title IX as the excuse or reason, since it is such a grey area. The University of Delaware's VP and General Counsel stated at the meeting mentioned above that the University of Delaware is in compliance with Title IX, but it is getting more and more difficult for them to say that. So if there are in compliance with Title IX, why did they state that was the main reason for axing the programs?
Just as another side note, many women of the Delaware running community were at that meeting, and they probably made up about half of the number of people in attendence. The women of the Delaware running community are just as hurt and upset about this decision as the men are.
Just as another side note, Bernard Muir and the University of Delaware cut the meeting short so they could attend the WOMEN'S Basketball game and watch their star player reach a scoring milestone, a headline that was on the front page of the News Journal the next day.
Really? Like the thought, but do some research before you write something like this.
re:""Who's looking out for civil rights for me and my sons?" One might well ask oneself how, 38 years after Title IX first became law, such hateful and disgusting attitudes can still exist.
What is "hateful" or "disgusting" about a father concerned about his children or even himself?
I'm a liberal democrat, and I find absolutely nothing offensive about a father concerned about the well-being of his sons. How is that hateful? Why is that disgusting?
I think the author of this article is making some assumptions to which the readers of this article are not privy. Perhaps she should explain the context in which a comment like the one quoted is "hateful" and/or "disgusting".
Hi, my name is Jenn. As in Jennifer. As in a UD Alum who ran for the WOMEN'S CROSS COUNTRY PROGRAM for two years while in attendance at UD. I am also a feminist and a social worker and strongly support the principles of Title IX. This is not an issue of Title IX. Title IX is being used as a scapegoat for the University not wanting to make fiscally sound but politically unpopular decisions. They rely on Tier I compliance without consideration to II and III.
Please, before lambasting the UD Men's supporters, do your research. Failing to do this just makes you look like an idiot and invalidates some of the very good points that you do make.
I'm speechless after this reading this article. The quality of writing, the statistics, the persuasive arguments... just kidding. This was an awful piece of journalism. The least you could have done was a little bit of research. As other commenters have already stated, this post contains numerous factual errors.
The only statement I agreed with was that "Title IX is fundamentally flawed." It's outdated and currently backwards. GENDER EQUALITY IS NOT OBTAINED THROUGH HURTING MALES. The University of Delaware does not want to divert "chump change" from sports like football to support growing women's programs. The large men's track and field roster (coupled with its low income) made it an easy choice to cut in order to comply with Title IX. Again, please do not let your feminism blind you from the facts of the matter. There already exists a well funded and strong women's cross country and track teams. Women's golf will be added in order to raise the number of female sports from 12 to 13 (compared to 8 sports for men). Hateful attitudes towards Title IX exist because schools are in fear of losing public funding because they are unable to comply with the law. Due to "the harsh economic climate," universities need to divert funds to create teams. Women used to complain that they were not given the opportunity to compete... now it's the men who are through the looking glass. Is this fari? I'm all for gender equality, but not when UD is just hurting the male side.
I was also unaware that the NBA was the only sport competing in February. What's the NHL people speak of? Is the English Premier League a big deal? College basketball? The list goes on. Please do not complain about writing about sports when you are a SPORTS WRITER.
As a UD alumni and former T&F participant, I am glad that you have taken the time to write about this issue.
As you stated, it has clearly gone unreported. Rather than rehash the issues other brought up with your article, I want to drive home the point that Title IX is not only being used to deflect criticism but is also being unfairly attacked. As you stated, Bernard Muir indicated that to remain in compliance, that the University had but two options. In reality Title IX offers three options (often referred to as 'prongs'). In addition to the two stated by Bernard, there is also Prong Three: "Full and effective accommodation of the interest and ability of underrepresented sex". This prong which is often ignored, has been satisfied by the University since at the time, there was both a male and female T&F and Cross Country program. Unfortunately, many Universities like to ignore this prong.
The problem at the University of Delaware is one that is affecting many major Universities and by cutting programs like these, it purposely paints Title IX in a negative light and attempts to undermine the credibility of the title itself. I wish more reporters took the time to understand the dynamics of the legislation, the misuse of it's intended purpose by Universities, and more directly call out the officials Bernard Muir who offer up programs like the Men's Cross Country and Track in the hopes of destroying Title IX which has done such an incredible amount of good for women's athletics. It is not outdated, it is not irrelevant, it is being misused, and it is under attack. That is what needs to be reported.


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The Chronicle of Higher Education has once again recognized Kennesaw State University as one of the top universities in the country to work for. It was the only university in Georgia to be recognized this year.
The Chronicle's "2013 Great Colleges to Work For" cited Kennesaw State among the top 97 institutions in three categories — collaborative governance, professional/career development programs, and facilities/workspace/security. The recognition is based upon feedback from university employees and an institutional audit of workplace policies and practices.
"We are very proud to be recognized among an impressive group of institutions whose employees identified many positive attributes about their work environment," said Kennesaw State President Daniel S. Papp. "Our faculty, staff and administrators are the foundation of our University, and they demonstrate their commitment to Kennesaw State each and every day. We are deeply appreciative of their work on behalf of our nearly 25,000 students."
This is the second time Kennesaw State has been recognized by the Chronicle. In the "2009 Great Colleges to Work For" survey, the university was among the top 10 schools for confidence in senior leadership, teaching environment, collaborative governance, professional/career development programs, physical work space conditions and post-retirement benefits.
"What makes Kennesaw State such a great place to work is that we invest in our people," said Rodney Bossert, the university's assistant vice president for human resources. "We do that in so many ways with training initiatives from new employee orientation to professional development and retirement education. A university is only as good as its people, and I am pleased that we have some of the best and brightest in our midst."
Bossert noted that two of the categories for which Kennesaw State earned recognition in this year's survey — collaborative governance and professional development — are aligned with the university's strategic planning goals.
"It's rewarding to gain national recognition for the investments and strides we are making in these areas," he added.
Kennesaw State employs multiple mechanisms to ensure that campus stakeholders are collectively empowered to make recommendations and impact policy decisions. These include four actively engaged senates representing faculty, staff, students and university administrators, which together comprise a University Council. The president's cabinet and planning and budget advisory committee and the provost's deans' council also contribute to the university's shared governance infrastructure.
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This year's survey encompassed responses from nearly 45,000 people at 300 institutions. All accredited institutions in the United States are invited to participate, and participation is free.
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Although Chicago teachers have signed off on their new contract, the lingering anxiety about the future of the city's public education system surfaced Thursday as aldermen stepped up a call for hearings on potential school closings.
Chicago Public Schools officials say publicly that there is no specific school-closing plan, but aldermen and other sources have told the Tribune that discussions focus on closing 80 to 120 sparsely populated and underperforming schools.
If the Board of Education is looking at so many closings, which schools are being considered and under what criteria should be revealed to the public, said Ald. Robert Fioretti, 2nd, sponsor of a City Council resolution calling for hearings that's backed by 32 of his colleagues.
"I think our communities need input into each and every closure," Fioretti said. "And if it's transparent, and we have an open dialogue, people will look on these closures with an understanding of what is happening. The way the board operates, they do things in a vacuum and tell the community later."
Nearly 80 percent of Chicago Teachers Union members voted this week to approve the contract that emerged from the strike, which lasted seven school days, and the school board is expected to follow suit later this month.
The board also must grapple with how to pay increased costs of the contract, estimated at about $74 million this year, before turning to a budget shortfall that the district estimates will reach $1 billion next year.
Ways to cut costs over the long term include closing schools and opening more privately run charter schools — which left union President Karen Lewis combative Thursday despite her fresh victory.
"No contract will solve everything or heal the deepening chasm between public school educators and those who would privatize and close" public schools, she said.
Lewis went on to say school closings will be the next big fight. "I still got my boxing gloves," she said.
Ald. Proco "Joe" Moreno, 1st, was among the majority of aldermen who joined the call for council hearings.
"I think school closings historically have probably not been the most transparent process, and for us to have hearings is what the community is demanding," Moreno said. "If we're going to start closing 40, 50, 60, 80, 100 schools, I think it's appropriate for us to have hearings on those. And if we disagree on that, that's one thing, but we should have hearings to get a full picture of it."
Ald. Michael Chandler, 24th, who has some low-attendance schools in his West Side ward, said he signed the resolution because he doesn't want his constituents to get blindsided by closings.
"So far I haven't heard anything" from the administration, Chandler said. "We hope they take this chance to be as open and transparent as possible, so we can help people understand what's going on."
Lewis noted that a year ago, all 50 aldermen signed a pledge backing Emanuel's push for a longer school day, something the union opposed. Still, Lewis indicated she supports the current effort to hold hearings. "Now (the aldermen) have signed a pledge to say the school closing piece is a hot buttery mess."
Before the strike, a majority of aldermen also signed a letter urging Lewis to keep students in the classroom during negotiations. Many of those same aldermen are now calling for hearings on closings.
Whether the resolution results in hearings remains to be seen. It would be heard before the Education Committee, chaired by Ald. Latasha Thomas, 17th, who did not sign the resolution.
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i am new to fanpop and i am making a warriors story. it is about a rouge named fang who joins a clan. i am not done but when i am i will post it. i am working very hard. i took some of the characters from tv shows and games. the story will be very funny when i am finished with it.the clans are burdockclan stoneclan and the main clan grassclan. if anda want me to post what i have so far anda will have to tell me. my main cat is fang. he is an immortal cat who joins grassclan. i promise anda will cinta my story. it is called warriors:dark forest fang. i hope anda like it. so far i am at page 52 chapter 5. please comment. the lebih komentar i get the faster my story will be published. i will work on my story from dusk to dawn until i finish. if anda want me to add a character tell me soon atau it might be too late. all the kucing will be told to anda in the story.
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Hi. I just now joined fanpop, already LOVING it! Now, I've started menulis a story about My Clans, NightClan,FlameClan, NightClan, and My Main Clan: LightningClan. As we go deeper into the story, we start off with a nice little secret-meeting, between two Kits, both almost apprentices, Near the River that marks a border. The 2 kits are Dragonkit and Ravenkit(me).(You might wanna know who I am, so i'll explain later) They meet each other quickly, and wish each other good luck with their apprenticeship, both being the same exact age. Ravenkit's Mother (Known As PoppyFlower) Beckons her. Ravenkit runs to her mother. I am Ravenkit/paw/heart/star.We get into all that later. I'm not Finished with the story, and I'll post the whole story later.
Also, one of the clans is in great danger at the end of the story. No lebih Spoilers, though!
Also, one of the clans is in great danger at the end of the story. No lebih Spoilers, though!
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Source: Character oleh Erin Hunter, drawn "crappily" oleh me on old school paint


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Would you like to hear a developer speak freely about making a sequel to a game that was panned? Red Steel 2's Jason VandenBerghe did that today, from Paris. You can download one of our best hours of audio now.
This week's episode of Kotaku Talk Radio features frank discussion between Jason, us and some of the callers on everything from the plusses and minuses of all three consoles; motion control systems to the challenges of making a good sequel to Red Steel 2. (And, yes, Red Steel 2 is quite good.)
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Dormont church closes doors after more than 100 years
Parishioners: It's the end of an era
A congregation in Dormont celebrated its final service Sunday in a church that's more than 100 years old.
Since being built in 1907, Dormont Presbyterian Church has opened its doors to thousands of people. But on Sunday, church members came for the last time. After more than a century, the church closed, and many parishioners said it's the end of an era.
"It's very hard. It's very hard," Debbie Hutchinson said, fighting back tears.
As the final notes of organ music played, Hutchinson and her fellow churchgoers lingered. Some of them were crying, some were hugging, and most everyone was reminiscing.
Jim Rutledge had been coming to Dormont Presbyterian his whole life. He was baptized in the church in 1927.
"(It's) a very sad day, and I don't know where I'm going to go to church in the future," Rutledge said.
"I was baptized in this church, confirmed in this church, married, had my children baptized in this church," Hutchinson said.
Hutchinson said she met her best friends in the church and taught Sunday school.
"My foundation is here. And now I'm fighting Stage 4 cancer, and this fellowship of family has helped me through all of this and will see me through the other side. It's just a life of wonderful memories that will see me through the other side," Hutchinson said. "It's just a life of wonderful memories that will continue."
The congregation, once 1,000 people, has shrunk to 100 people. Rev. Sarah Robbins said the church can't support the aging building and the church has been sold to North Way Christian Community in Wexford.
Remaining members are moving to Wallace Memorial Presbyterian Church in Green Tree.
"It's a change," said parishioner Susie Duffy. "It's going to be a change. You're going to lose people along the way. They're just not going to make the transition."
Robbins described the last service as bittersweet, saying she's happy North Way Christian Community still plans to use the building as a church.


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AK_Brickster wrote: Sshmidt is about to have a baby, so I'm sure he'll be in better shape to actually draft after a week of getting into a new routine. I foresee this whole thing taking a bit of time, but that's part of the fun
Thanks AK. For me, the slower the better (obviously!). Of course, I also think taking our time on this project will make it that much more rewarding. I'm already thinking about future sets we could draft if this one goes well
EDIT* As I look over the pieces in this set (horses, torsos, capes, sand green bricks, lots of bley bricks), I am blown away at how awesome this set will be to draft. There is so much potential for EVERYONE to get good pieces. This will be fun!


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Here at Closet and Storage Concepts, we do work on a wide variety of homes and offices, from early 20th Century apartments to brand new condominiums. Throughout our time working on some of the older properties we've had the pleasure of updating, we're constantly surprised by the amount of objects often hidden within the closet walls of these old homes. From long lost family photos to early porcelain dolls, there are often tiny treasures stuffed away in the long forgotten areas of an antique house. In the spirit of these discoveries, we've put together a list of some of the coolest items found during remodels of old homes. Read on to see what kind of treasures may be lurking behind your walls.
That's Some Expensive Insulation
David Gonzalez, a general contractor in Hoffman, Minnesota, decided that it was time to update his master bedroom, including taking out a wall to expand his closet. As a contractor in an area with older homes, Gonzalez was used to seeing old newspaper used as insulation in homes. When he found an original copy of Action Comics #1 stuffed into the walls, to say he was surprised would be quite the understatement. The issue in which Superman makes his debut, Gonzalez's copy of Action Comics recently sold at auction for $175,000. Considering he bought the home for around $10,000, it's safe to say Gonzalez came out on top in this one.
A Head Above The Rest
When spring comes along, most of us find ourselves doing some deep cleaning, be it giving the kitchen a good once over or reorganizing our closets. When Stephane Gabet, a French journalist, went to clean out the attic of his newly purchased home, he found something slightly stranger than most: a 400-year-old skull. Gabet, unsure of what exactly to do with this ancient head, took it to a prominent university in Paris to get to the bottom of just how old his new find was. Turns out, not only was the skull over 400-years-old, it was also determined to have belonged to none other than King Henry IV, who ruled France until 1610. Although we don't recommend storing the remains of famous monarchs in your attic, it must be at least a little fun for Gabet to bring his discovery out every Halloween.
Bottoms Up
Patricia Hill purchased a turn-of-the-century mansion outside of Pittsburgh with the intention of turning it into a five star bed and breakfast. While doing some extensive renovations on the property, she uncovered some proof that the former inhabitants had been fond of a drink or two: nine cases of revered Old Farm Pure Rye Whiskey buried in the basement. A pre-Prohibition distillery, Old Farm produced some of the most beloved American Whiskey in history, and Hill's trove was estimated to be worth nearly $800,000 dollars. Things didn't turn out perfectly for Hill, though: after spending the winter vacationing someplace warm, she returned to find that her caretaker had imbibed nearly 52 bottles of the historic hooch, putting the homeowner out nearly $200,000 dollars.
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WMO weather information system improves access to data
[GENEVA] An international information system designed to improve and expand the exchange of data on weather, climate and water will help boost food security around the world, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).
The UN agency, which launched the system last month (31 January), said it would improve access to meteorological observations and products for stakeholders including the research and disaster risk reduction sectors.
David Thomas, chief of the WMO's information and telecommunication system division, told SciDev.Net that the system could bolster food security because crop yield and agriculture depend on variations in the weather, seasons and climate.
"For instance, seasonal predictions and climate outlooks are powerful tools for knowing what crops or agriculture will be more likely to be productive, while routine weather forecasts and mid-range outlooks can have strong impacts on harvesting."
The system is based on the Global Telecommunication System of the agency's World Weather Watch, which has been the backbone of meteorological information exchange for 40 years and is used for weather forecasts, tropical cyclone warnings and tsunami alerts.
Thomas said that expanding the system will allow developers, farmers and researchers to identify information that will improve their decision-making.
Developing countries will be able to use their national meteorological or hydrological services and have free access to other information from the WMO's global information system centres in real time over the Internet.
WMO secretary-general Michel Jarraud said the system would reduce the costs of information exchange and take advantage of advances in communications technology.
"It will allow users outside the meteorological community to have free access to this information for the first time," he stated in a press release.
This exchange of data could also be used for water management and health purposes, the WMO said.
The World Meteorological Congress, which governs the WMO, has already approved several global information system centres for members to use.
Lidia Brito, head of UNESCO's science policy division, told SciDev.Net that the initiative is important for developing countries.
"It's great news that the system will be open to users outside the meteorological community," she said. "Sometimes people don't even know that such data systems are available, and any information that publicises the wealth of scientific information on offer will greatly benefit both developing and developed countries."
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Devon Lyon, Kevin Curry, Val Mayerik, and Tom Orzechowski sign at TFAW on Wednesday, October 5th, 2011 from 7:00PM – 10:00PM.
Things From Another World (TFAW) is happy to announce a signing and release party for Angel Punk #1 from local publisher Relium Media on Wednesday, October 5 at their Portland, OR store from 7-10 pm! Enjoy complimentary food and beer (with valid ID), meet creators Devon Lyon, Kevin Curry, Val Mayerik, and Tom Orzechowski, and enter to win a special Angel Punk prize package or a role as a featured extra in the upcoming Angel Punk movie, to be filmed in Portland.
The Angel Punk saga follows Mara Layil on a journey of discovery, as she's thrust into a millennia-old struggle between supernatural dynasties. This hidden world of ancient wonders and dark secrets forces the orphaned teen to accept her own power and confront her family's mysterious past. Angel Punk is written by Devon Lyon, Kevin Curry, and Scott Nelson, with art by Val Mayerik, the co-creator of Howard the Duck, and lettering by industry legend Tom Orzechowski.
"The Angel Punk series is a lot of fun, and so are the creators behind it," said TFAW Marketing Manager Elisabeth Forsythe. "We're looking forward to a great event with a cool local publisher."
Plus: all attendees of the Angel Punk Release Party will receive raffle tickets that will enter them in a contest to win a role as a featured extra in the upcoming Angel Punk movie, which will be filmed in Portland January 16 through March 2, or win an Angel Punk prize package filled with a t-shirt, posters, and an autographed set of Angel Punk issues #0, #1/2, and #1.
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Israeli PM defends conduct of Gaza war as 'justified'
As a 72-hour cease-fire in the war between Israel and Hamas appeared to be holding, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday defended his country's conduct of the fighting as "justified" and "proportional," blaming Hamas for increasing the death toll by rejecting an earlier cease-fire.
"It is very important to understand what kind of conditions our forces are facing," he said, showing footage of what he said was Hamas firing mortars and operating from tunnels dug in civilian areas, near schools and mosques.
He charged Hamas is engaging in "child sacrifice" by using human shields.
"This is something for which it must be held accountable -- for the sake of all our children, Hamas must not be allowed to get away with this."
His remarks came as indirect talks on a broader deal began in Cairo, with Egyptian mediators shuttling between delegations from both sides in the coming days to try to work out a deal.
While he said he was mindful of the casualties from the war, which has left nearly 2,000 dead on both sides, Netanyahu said Israel's military actions were "justified" and "proportional."
"We have gone to extra lengths to avoid civilian casualties," he said.
The prime minister told reporters that 90% of the deaths in the fighting in Gaza occurred after Hamas rejected the first cease-fire proposal. He called it a "tragedy of Hamas's own making."
"Let's imagine your country attacked by 3,500 rockets," he told reporters at a news conference. "Your territories infiltrated by death squads. What would you do? What would you demand your government do to protect you and your family?" What if the rockets are fired from civilian areas ... should you then not take action?"
Israel has said it wants the Islamic militant Hamas to disarm, or at least ensure it cannot re-arm, before considering the group's demand that the territory's borders be opened. Israel and Egypt imposed a closure after the Hamas takeover of Gaza in 2007.
"The most important thing to us is removing the blockade and start reconstructing Gaza," said Bassam Salhi, a Palestinian delegate. "There can be no deal without that."
The Palestinian delegation is composed of negotiators from all major factions, including Hamas, the militant group that controls Gaza. Names of those in the Israeli team have not been disclosed.
The 72-hour truce — for humanitarian purposes — comes as nearly 1,900 Palestinians have been killed since the conflict began July 8, according to the Gaza Health Ministry. Israel has lost 64 soldiers and three civilians, according to the Israeli military.
In Gaza, residents returned to their devastated homes to inspect the damage Wednesday.
"I think my workshop was here, but honestly I can't make sure of that," said carpenter Mahmoud Al Maghani, 44, in the Shijaiyah neighborhood east of Gaza City. "I came yesterday and all I found was rubble."
In the northern Gaza town of Beit Hanoun, Mohammed Musleh, 27, surveyed his now uninhabitable third-floor apartment and said he hoped that this time a real solution could be found to end the isolation Gazans have endured since Israel imposed a blockade in 2007, followed by one by Egypt late last summer.
"The war was necessary to force the blockade to be lifted," he said. "I hope that this time there will be a really permanent solution for it."
In Sderot, an Israeli town near the Gaza border, few residents trusted the cease-fire enough to venture far from their homes. Those who did rushed to fill prescriptions, stock up on groceries or check on relatives, said Noam Bedein, who runs an advocacy center for local residents.
"It's very, very tense here on the ground and Home Front Command has continued to advise us to remain within 15 seconds of shelter," Bedein said. "While we always try to be optimistic about cease-fires, the fact is that Hamas has broken every single one we've had in the past seven years."
In Jerusalem, Amir Saban, a 30-year-old hair cutter, also rejected the notion that Hamas will honor a long-term cease-fire.
"We just saw how cruel they are to their own people in Gaza, where they fired rockets from the heart of the city," he said. "Why should we believe they have better intentions for Israel?"
The war broke out on July 8, when the Israeli military began bombarding targets in Gaza in an attempt to stop Hamas from launching rockets at Israel. On July 17, Israel sent ground troops into the densely-populated territory to destroy underground tunnels it said Hamas had constructed for attacks inside Israel.
Contributing: John Bacon and Doug Stanglin in McLean, Va., Associated Press


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i just have to have time to think about what it is that you like about myself. kinda hard tho, you see its not really easy to find goodness in your self if in so many times you feel like you are not that good enough. its like everytime you type in that things, you start doubting, and you start asking yourself like, am i really like that? really? yeah, i must admit, im not really convince in some part of my list...yeah im one of those people who have this self steem problem, but then, you know..this is me..if i dont like me, who else will do? those list are true for me, some is not yet that true, but thats how i see myself now or in the future. and i love it:) lessons and tips: be true to yourself...i mean, its you..and you dont have really to publish it to everyone for them to see. nobody can judge you...love yourself, com'on write it, tell yourself how much you appreciate it. of how much you value the good things about yourself...no judgments..just write what comes on your mind when you think the words "what i like about myself is..." what ive learn about this goal: to be real about myself, be appreciative..be loving to myself. be ME. View all posts by daPhNe


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Giveaway: Pat LaFrieda's Big App For Meat, Released in Apple Store Today
You may have wondered where longtime Serious Eats contributor Nick Solares has been for the last year or so. Indeed, we too were a bit leery when he informed us that he'd have to take an indefinite leave of absence while working on some sort of secret project. What is Nick doing? we wondered. Opening a burger joint? Building a meat pants factory? Saving the world one steak at a time?
Nope, turns out it was something far, far more exciting. Nick stopped by the office yesterday to show off the project he's been working on: Pat LaFrieda's Big App For Meat.
What's New On Serious Eats
Created and produced by Zero Point Zero—the folks who brought you Anthonby Bourdain's No Reservations—the app features our own Nick Solares as creative director along with Mark Pastore and Pat LaFrieda of Pat LaFrieda Meats to bring to you what is undoubtedly the most comprehensive, beautiful, easily navigable, and downright useful guide to meat that we've ever seen.
If you've enjoyed Nick Solares' writing and camera work over the years, you'll be glad to hear that his aesthetic has been put to good use in helping to design this beautiful app which features detailed descriptions and photographs of every cut of meat you can imagine (and some you can't). Over 200 cuts of meat, many shot from multiple angles. As he told us, he spent 28-days in LaFrieda's aging room for this project—as long as some of the dry-aged meats themselves.
The navigation in this massive app (700 megabytes of carnivorous data!) is designed so that you can easily search for cuts by name (let's say you see a new cut at the butcher and want to know where it comes from or how to cook it), by position in the animal (see that cow diagram? Just tap on its butt and you'll get a list of every cut of meat available from it), or—most useful for many—by picture, which will allow anyone to walk into any butcher or meat counter and positively identify everything on sale. Not only that, but you'll probably be able to tell the butcher a thing or two about the best way to serve it.
Video also plays an element with nearly an hour of short tutorials from Pat, as well as occasional guest chefs showing you the tricks of the trade.
The coolest part of the app might be the 360 rotating images that let you swipe and swivel cuts of meat on your screen to view them from every angle.
I've never seen a resource this comprehensive, authoritative, or easy to navigate, including many many great books on meat I've read. It's really the ultimate guidebook for navigating all things carnivorous.
Not to sound like a shill/advertisement (nope, we're not getting paid for this!) but I'm really seriously impressed by how great this app is. There's so much junk and so much useless crap in the App store that it's great to see something that's truly authoritative and polished coming from a trusted source.
The app packs a few more features in as well (a quiz, a link to the LaFrieda home delivery store, a photo sharing applet, etc), but I'm happy to say that never again will I have to root through my annoying meat manuals trying to figure out what some obscure cut of beef is. It'll all be right at my fingertips.
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Thanks to Pat LaFrieda and Zero Point Zero Production, we have five (5) free download codes to give away to Serious Eaters. To enter this contest, all you have to do is tell us in the comments section below about your favorite cut of meat.
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Mary - send me an email: email@example.com and I'll send you the rate info. Darn, if I were not so bothered with this sinus thing we'd get out this week....I typically do lessons on public courts. But maybe even later this week we could get out if I get to feeling better; if not, then week after next should work.
Mary- Thanks for your interest in lessons, I do recall working with Joe a while back. Lot's of changes for me right now....I will be relocating to Southern California Mid-July and this week I'm fighting the dreaded Tri Valley Allergies, sinus infection - yuck - so this week is out for me. Next week I'm in SoCal for a few days......back week after that and we may be able to get out then....but unforutnately I won't be around the area a lot longer. Let me know what you think.
ClubSport San Ramon is outdoors. I was regularly giving lessons in Castro Valley, prior to gaining the Tennis Director job in San Ramon. My daytime special rate at CSSR is $60/hr, and includes video of the session of before and after. You also gain access to the files, so you see the difference. I occassionally still do a few lessons in Castro Valley, but not very often at all.
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Mike Detillier's Top "Senior Only" Prospects for the 2008 NFL Draft
1. Jake Long, Offensive Tackle, Michigan, 6-7, 330
I thought Long dominated at the best left tackle position just as much as Wisconsin's Joe Thomas did last season.
2. Brian Brohm, Quarterback, Louisville, 6-3, 225
Pinpoint passer, who can make all the throws in the book, but there is a question about his durability.
3. Glenn Dorsey, Defensive Tackle, LSU, 6-2, 290
Reminds me of a younger version of La'Roi Glover.
4. Limas Sweed, Wide Receiver, Texas, 6-4, 220
King-sized receiver, who excels in getting open in critical situations and also in the red zone.
5. Dan Connor, Outside/Inside Linebacker, Penn State, 6-3, 230
Versatile, tough, instinctive, and this Nittany Lion is a defensive playmaker.
6. Keith Rivers, Outside Linebacker, USC, 6-3, 225
Rivers has a super quick initial step toward the ball carrier and great range out on the field.
7. Colt Brennan, Quarterback, Hawaii, 6-2, 205
Taller version of New Orleans Saints QB Drew Brees.
8. Chris Long, Defensive End, Virginia, 6-4, 285
Howie's son is making quite a name for himself.
9. Sam Baker, Offensive Tackle, USC, 6-5, 310
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10. Early Doucet, Wide Receiver, LSU, 6-0, 210
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Wardina enjoying a light moment with her daughters.
Wardina Safiyyah juggles many roles as an actress, host, model and mother. SHARIFAH ARFAH finds out what else she plans to add to her resume.
THERE'S a festive air as Wardina Safiyyah Fadlullah Wilmot busies herself with the family buka puasa dinner at her home in Bukit Antarabangsa in Kuala Lumpur.
Amidst the din of children playing, guests mill around that breezy evening of this interview.
It'll be a toned-down Hari Raya for Wardina. "My mum is in Australia and my dad is working in Bangladesh. So it's a bit sad that my parents can't celebrate with us," said the mother of two – Amna Nafeesa, 5, and Azra Sareera, 2.
Wardina is expecting her third baby.
"Insyaallah (God-willing), it will be a boy," said Wardina, who is due middle of this month.
Career-wise, Wardina is one of the most recognisable faces, thanks to her multi-faceted roles as an actress, model and host.
She has been hosting Malaysia Hari Ini since early this year, and prior to that, Wanita Hari Ini. She also made her mark hosting parenting programmes.
She will next be seen in Menatang Si Manja, to be aired over RTM. Also in the pipeline is the fourth season of teen drama Impian Ilyana over TV3.
"I enjoy hosting parenting, women and current issues programmes. I want to be known as a good host," said Wardina.
"If I wasn't a host or actress, I'd have been a teacher or a journalist," added the affable 29-year-old.
As Wardina is expecting, she is taking a break from work.
Occasionally, Wardina does freelance emceeing. She also participates in "interesting" projects. "I have been working so hard. I deserve a break," she said.
She is also well-known for being a spokesperson for Sunsilk.
"Did you know that it's the first shampoo advertisement featuring a woman wearing a hijab? It's wonderful, and it was shown all over the world. It also opened many doors for me," she said.
Wardina is also the spokesperson for Anmum Essential and Slimworld.
She has taken a breather in the acting department, most notably with feature film projects. Her last feature film outing was Cinta 200 Ela in 2002.
Although acting catapulted her into a household name, Wardina isn't perturbed about slowing down as an actress. "I shot two telemovies this year."
Her first hosting experience was entertainment chart programme Hits from RIM with ntv7 many years ago.
While she became famous after acting in series such as Maka Diciptanya Perempuan (ntv7) and Spanar Jaya (ntv7), she started out as a model when she was six years old.
"It was a good experience. I travelled a lot. In the process, I also found out who I really was," she said.
After full-time modelling, she acted in her first telemovie with Pesona Pictures.
"People started noticing me after Spanar Jaya. It was hugely popular, and ran for many series," she recalled, relating the early days of her career.
Always willing to try something new, Wardina intends to pursue a degree in fine art.
"My husband is an architect, and we both love to draw. Someday, I may put up an art show," she said.
Wardina is also writing a children's book.
"I have been postponing it quite a bit, and hopefully this break will give me ample time."
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Photographer's Note
Another sunset shot from my recent trip to the Lofoten.
The fishing boat remained conveniently still which allowed for 1/4 sec exposure without blurring it beyond recognition.
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lousat (126545) 2014-04-02 3:56
Hi Kasia,truly fantastic!! What a spectacle this pink hour from the Lofoten in February,magnificent capture and incredible atmosphere,and obviuosly a top quality pic,2 points are not enough today..ehehe...have a nice evening and thanks,Luciano
sandpiper (6788) 2014-04-02 3:59
Hi Kasia
a beautiful scene, great composition and wonderful light. The pink and white work really well .
besnard (59196) 2014-04-02 4:04
Bonjour Kasia
Superbe cette photo avec le soleil rose qui se reflète et la petite église qui a l'air perdu toute seule au bout de l'ile. Ta photo me rappelle de bons souvenirs, je suis venue un été.
Amitiés et bonne journée.
cornejo (61504) 2014-04-02 4:23
Hi Kasia, very good view of the beautiful landscape at sunset, very well composed and perfectly captured in this beautiful photograph. An interesting image of a nice place in a beautiful moment, with good sharpness, depth and quality. An excellent job perfectly done, congratulations my friend. Thanks for sharing this beautiful work.
Good afternoon and happy rest of the week.
Warm greetings from southern Spain.
Sergiom (117241) 2014-04-02 5:37
Bonjour Kasia,
Quelle belle image. Elle ressort dans la galerie à cause des belles teintes de rose du ciel qui se reflètent dans les eaux de la baie. Le paysage est grandiose et le point de vue parfait.
jjcordier (79299) 2014-04-02 5:54
Des teintes d'image superbes; cette photo est une véritable merveille.
timecapturer (49288) 2014-04-02 7:15
Hi Kasia
an exquisite sunset shot this. It is an absolutely immaculately executed shot with masterful management of the light and such pin sharp detailing, but it is the pink glow that makes it so attractive and eye-catching. Amazing image!
Regards - B.
dta (97124) 2014-04-02 8:10
Hello Kasia ,
The red roofed Church , the red boat , and the red windowed building are three attractive elements in this fantastic winter scenery . The pink light creates a splendid atmosphere .
rychem (72077) 2014-04-02 8:58
Super! Taki widok zdarza sie tylko raz, krajobraz zimnej polnocy ocieplony czerwienia, a widok zapiera dech
dale54 (16819) 2014-04-02 9:05
hello kasia..wow..this is one superb shot,simply beautiful..amazing color and view. tfs. dale
holmertz (89254) 2014-04-02 10:37
Hello kasia,
Wow! That's my spontaneous reaction to this marvellous shot. The red sky is spectacular and it is delightfully reflected in the very calm sea, but you were also blessed with a triangle of red boat, red roof of the church and red wall of the large building. Everyhting is superbly matching in this photo.
Kind regards,
Romano46 (18472) 2014-04-02 12:47
Ciao Kasia
ogni tua fotografia è uno spettacolo e questa non fa eccezione.
Alla cura della composizione si somna lo splendido soggetto e perfezione della ripresa che trova grande suggestione per la succesione incredibile di colori.
Complimenti. Brava.
Ciao e buona notte
emka (147765) 2014-04-02 13:16
witaj kasiu, jakie bajeczne kolory, wspaniala szeroka panorama, kosciol wydaje sie miniaturow. piekne zdjecie. pozdrawim spod araratu
willperrett (13875) 2014-04-02 15:39
Hello Kasia
Ethereal colours here. Despite the overall pink hues, there is a real sense of still, intense cold. The little fishing boat is absolutely essential to the success of the composition. Lovely work.
fritzi007 (14698) 2014-04-02 15:46
Hello Kasia,
beautiful photo, the colors enchanting, the optimal image sharpness, I'm thrilled. You are very active and were already in many countries, particularly congratulate you for your beautiful photos!
Many greetings
kabel (1930) 2014-04-02 21:24
Hello, spectacular image with wonderful colors from the sky that set the mood beautifully.
Perfect composition and excellent exposure.
dkmurphys (77640) 2014-04-03 0:41
Hi Kasia,
What a superb capture in this lovely pink light. Wonderful place, love it.
shreya2000 (2815) 2014-04-03 2:12
Dear Kasia,
A perfectly composed pic showing many things. The workstation is nicely shown in the pic. I like the colours of the sky and the lake.
Thanks for sharing.
williewhistler (16606) 2014-04-03 6:51
Hello Kasia,
the combination of pink evening tones and snow capped mountains give the image a very pleasant atmosphere,the long exposure has worked very well on the water to aid this effect.
It`s a lovely piece of photography,imaginative and very enjoyable.
Regards Les.
saxo042 (38078) 2014-04-03 7:25
Hi Kasia,
Very attractive colours and a very good picture. A fantastic landscape!
Kind regards
mkamionka (56853) 2014-04-03 14:24
Czesc Kasia,
wspaniale kolory nieba. Swietny punkt widzenia ktory pozwolil na tak atrakcyjne szerokie ujecie. Ten kosciolek w centrum jest dla mnie waznym punktem z ciekawa ostra wieza. Rzeczywiscie probowalem kiedys robic zdjecia wieczorem w porcie w malym miasteczku w Irlandii i wszystko mi sie rozmylo... statki ruszaly sie za bardzo tak wiec wiem o czym mowisz.
Bardzo ciekawe miejsce stosunkowo rzadko odwiedzane i zatem rzadko obecne na TE.
Swietna praca,
macjake (95443) 2014-04-04 19:59
Hi Kasia
I am SOOOOOOOO jealous!!
My girlfriend and i have been trying to find a way to travel to Lofoten for about 2 years but it just hasn't worked out.
how long did you stay here? how was the flight?
what was the experience like? I have so many questions.
its wonderful to see Lofoten on TE.
love the colors and the landscape here,
good for you to make it here
npecanhuk (79329) 2014-04-05 3:18
Hello Kasia!
Another moment of the day, another type of beauty and the same very attractive and excellent picture of that place!
Sharpness, exposure, (wonderful soft) colors, horizontal format, chosen pov and composition are all excellent!
I love to see that little boat (with its tiny reflections) and that church too in this very pleasant-looking photograph!
TFS - congrats,
grigand (20290) 2014-04-05 4:07
Hi Kasia
A wonderful view, I like the compo and light, really nice, congrat
kwekwekan (1078) 2014-04-06 10:56
Hello Kasia,
Fantastic colour palette with soft orange and pink hues mirrored in the sky and water. Very nice details and presentation of the small town and surrounding mountain-scape.
Best wishes,
daddo (28728) 2014-04-11 4:44
Zdravo draga Kasia. What a harmonious pink world!Enchanting sky and reflections. Beautifully handled by an increasingly confident photographer. Srdacni pozdrav. Klaudio.
yquem46 (38752) 2014-04-12 0:13
Witaj Kasia
A splendid shot at pink hour from the Lofoten
very well balanced compo
bravo, have a pleasant WE
annjackman (23019) 2014-04-13 10:15
Hello Kasia,
I love this. The pink tones are gorgeous and the fishing boat is placed so well in the frame. A remarkable place isolated so much it seems from the rest of the world.
Very well done.
Kind Regards, Ann
ikeharel (103369) 2016-09-28 21:30
Many thanks Kasia for your recent notes on mine.
Fabulous pink sky and thin clouds, an amazing sight and great timing.
I find this so imposing, intriguing and pleasent to look at, nature's wonderful phenomenon.
Have a nice new day,
Porteplume (4032) 2018-11-22 7:01
Wow! Your palet went from blue into pink... :)
I cant get tired of seeing and enjoying such wonderful images from Norway...
Thank you Kasia!
Photo Information
- Copyright: Kasia Nowak (kasianowak) (15014)
- Genre: Places
- Medium: Color
- Date Taken: 2014-02-09
- Categories: Nature
- Camera: Nikon D800
- Exposure: f/8, 1/4 seconds
- Details: Tripod: Yes
- Photo Version: Original Version
- Date Submitted: 2014-04-02 3:42
- To macjake: Lofoten (1)
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