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Letters to Mix
First, let me commend you on a great October 2005 issue. I found the overall content to be really informative to my particular interests, and the AES reviews were gravy!
I did find some things in KK Proffitt's article, "The Resolution Project," puzzling. Her presentation was fine; it's in some of the technical approaches conducted by John Calder [producer and founder of Generator LLC] while creating The Resolution Project that I question. I specifically take issue with the following passages from Proffitt's article, which reads: "Calder simultaneously recorded five channels of PCM audio at three different resolutions: 16-bit/44.1 kHz, 24-bit/96 kHz and 24-bit/192 kHz"; and, Calder explains, "The three data-compressed formats [MP3, WMA and AAC] were encoded from the 16-bit/44.1kHz stereo selections in exactly the same popular method utilized to convert CD tracks for playback on portable digital audio players, then transcoded back into 16/44.1 resolution."
I think it's fair to say that most engineers are recording content in a minimum of 24-bit/48kHz resolution with 24-bit/96 kHz becoming more and more the de facto standard (at least where the goal is published content). Perhaps it would have been more in step with the industry to first convert the 24-bit/96kHz or 24-bit/192kHz tracks to 16-bit/44.1 kHz and then create the lossy formats. I understand that Calder wanted to avoid adding dither into the equation, but his result was a less-than-true representation of what is really happening on the street.
I also noted that the lossy formats were encoded at 64k-bit/second. I am under the impression that 128k-bit/second is a more popular resolution as "FM quality" (Fraunhofer Table) and might have been a better choice.
All in all, I think The Resolution Project is a great idea and helps to bring a higher-fidelity awareness to the consumer. As a side note, I've noticed that most people who are making the public aware of high-resolution audio speak of or demonstrate the point in the realms of jazz and classical music. While this is quite understandable, to show the full sonic advantage, I have relied on showing my clients the differences between DVD-A, CD and MP3 using rock 'n' roll. The message still shines through. Perhaps Calder can try different musical genres for The Resolution Project, Vol. II.
Merrick Fleisher
Bellsong Recording Studio
Brooklyn, N.Y.
There's quite a bit of misinformation and misstated facts in the October 2005 "Classic Tracks" article on Dead Kennedys' "California ýber Alles." I wish there had been a little more finickiness.
Other bandmembers besides the finicky lead singer made many more significant contributions to the projects than could be learned from the article. It's a little embarrassing, but they failed to mention that I was the one who wrote the guitar part to "California ýber Alles," mixed the single, set the label up and, with drummer Ted, sold the first 6,000 singles. It's also embarrassing that I was not credited for the mixing of Fresh Fruit for Rotting Vegetables. I did all the mixing with Oliver DiCicco and was, in Oliver's opinion, the producer — I managed all aspects of the recording.
And, I guess, in the zeal to make sure others did not get the proper credit, some factual errors slipped through. After Fresh Fruit for Rotting Vegetables, the band recorded In God We Trust Inc. in 1981 at Mobius Music. Next was Plastic Surgery Disasters in 1982 with Thom Wilson and John Cuniberti at Hyde Street Studios, then Frankenchrist.
Though people love to get this one wrong because it's easier than doing the research, the band broke up well before the Frankenchrist album cover trial, not in the midst of it.
East Bay Ray
In Jim Aikin's article ["What's the Holdup," October 2005], what he says [up until and concluding with] — "Thus, the track will be perfectly synchronized with other tracks that were being monitored while the recording was being made. Problem solved." — directly implies that if I take an analog out from my Pro Tools 002R, for example, and record its output directly back into an analog in on the same unit, then the newly recorded audio will precisely align with the original audio.
Well, sorry to say but, no, it doesn't! You will consistently get about a 94-sample delay when recording at 48/24 and about 82 samples at 96/24. I can further reduce the 96/24 delay down to about 73 samples by using my Apogee MiniME as the input and sending its S/PDIF out into the 002R's digital in. We're only talking 1 or 2 milliseconds here, but Jim implies this problem has been precisely addressed and solved. Sorry, but it has not!
David Loeb
You make a good point, David. Some DAW/interface combinations compensate better for monitoring latency than others. Using Cubase SX3 and an M-Audio FireWire 410 whose buffer is set to 1,024 samples, my out-to-in latency is only 11 samples at 48 kHz (equivalent to moving a mic less than three inches further from the source). This is somewhat better than your figures for Pro Tools, and is certainly inaudible except under test conditions, but I have to admit that "problem solved" was a bit of an overstatement. Engineers who are concerned about this latency can diagnose their system's out-to-in latency at a given sample rate and buffer size, and then advance newly recorded tracks by a few samples as needed.
— Jim Aikin
I am just now finding time to write you on the 2005 TECnology Hall of Fame innovations in your September issue. I think that all of your choices are worthy of the distinction that you have given them.
I would like to bring to your attention an innovation that I believe has revolutionized the audio industry. Time Delay Spectrometry (TDS), invented by the late Richard Heyser, has enabled many advances in our industry. This measurement technique made it possible to more fully characterize loudspeakers systems and to analyze the acoustics of spaces and how to better treat them.
Charlie Hughes
Excelsior Audio Design & Services LLC
Gastonia, N.C.
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To celebrate 20 years since the fall of the Berlin Wall, and as part of MTV's Europe Music Awards, U2 performed in front of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin today. The performance was free, although it was ticketed and limited to 10,000 attendees. Yesterday, the stageing and lighting were prepared, and earlier today, the band sound checked six songs.
The band did not play the six songs that they sound checked. However not everything was different from the sound check; One and Magnificent were abbreviated versions, and Sunday Bloody Sunday featured a guest rap by Jay-Z. In a surprise, Beautiful Day was played with the extended "we love you" intro. U2Gigs reports that this was the first time since 20th of September 2009.
Not with out controversy a two metre barrier has been erected around the Brandenburg gate to keep out people without tickets for the show.
"It's a shame that a barrier has been set up. It's stopping many Berliners from hearing the concert," local politician Frank Henkel told the BBC.
The U2 show is part of the MTV Europe Music Awards, which take place later. Ten thousand tickets were given away free online and snapped up within hours. Now police in the city said as many as 100,000 people to descended on the square in front of the Brandenburg gate to try and catch a glimpse of U2.
Mr Henkel, Christian Democrat floor leader in the Berlin city-state parliament, said: "It would have been so much better if as many Berliners as possible could have taken part.
"We don't know who's responsible for this, whether it's U2 or MTV. He continued: "10,000 people is a lot, but U2 could have had an even bigger audience enjoying their music at this wonderful location."
McGuinness said Berliners think it is "pretty ironic" that an event to mark the falling of the wall has resulted in another one being constructed. Fans, too, were displeased.
"It's completely ridiculous that they are blocking the view," said Louis-Pierre Boily, a Canadian fan who travelled to Berlin despite failing to secure tickets for the show. "I thought it's a free show, but MTV probably wants people to watch it on TV to get their ratings up," he added.
U2, Live Nation, or MTV not really sure who was to blame for the "wall" however it sure did not leave a postive vibe feeling amoung the fans that just wanted to catch some "one" love from their hero's.

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Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice is a new movie that premiered March 25, 2016. This was directed by Zack Synder. It start Ben Affleck as Batman and Henry Cavill as Superman. It runs about 2 and a half hours long and full of action and surprises. Despite the negative reviews from the critics, the fans seem to approve of this first cinematic meeting of the two iconic heroes. There were many Batman and Superman fans in attendance for this sequel to Man of Steel, released in 2013. The story picks up 18 months after the events of Man of Steel. Metropolis has been devastated and the world is dealing with the revelation of aliens. The world is still unsure of Superman's motives and fearful of his abilities. Batman sees him as a threat, however, there is a bigger threat to the safety of the world. Psychotic super genius, Lex Luthor, is developing his own weapon to destroy Superman.
Batman v Superman is unlike any other superhero movie out now. DC has decided to take a different approach than Marvel with their comic book universe. The tone is much darker and deals with more serious themes. You won't find many one-liners or quips and very little humor. What you will find is a multi layered story with complicated characters. Because of this, people are either going to love it or hate it. It's certainly one of the least kid-friendly comic book movies out there.
The film includes many new characters and quite a few surprises. Ben Affleck does an impressive job as the new Batman. He is a more jaded and brutal Batman, which can be a turn-off for fans of the Nolan trilogy or the more common interpretations of Batman. However, Batfleck is totally believable. His fight scenes are well choreographed and more like the Arkham video games. You will believe that a man could actually defeat a god through sheer willpower. Another highlight is Wonder Woman, played by Gal Gadot. She is certainly no damsel in distress, pretty much smiling in the face of danger and holding her own against the big boys. A real kick-butt female superhero, her appearance in the climatic battle steals the show. Without giving away too many spoilers, BvS also has some franchise building surprises. Comic book fans should be excited to see what's in store.
However, BvS is not a perfect movie. With all of the above going for it, what could possibly go wrong? Some complaints have been that it is too long. At 2 and a half hours, you have to invest a bit of your time. For me, it's not a big deal, I feel as though I'm going to get my money's worth, and I am looking forward to seeing the 30-minute longer director's cut when it is released on blu-ray. My complaint was the editing, it seems the movie often jumped from one scene to the next very abruptly, something that could be fixed with the director's cut.
The rest of the hate the film has received is undeserved, though. "It's not fun," critics have said. Maybe not when compared to the Marvel films, but it does have it's moments. Especially when you consider that the movie is rated lower than the garbage of Thor 1&2, and Iron Man 2&3. Besides Loki, Marvel has consistently put out generic villains in their movies. The last two Iron Man films, maybe they had too much fun and the story then became secondary.
Anyway, give the film a shot. Don't go in expecting a Marvel movie as they have taken different approaches. It should, at least, get you excited about the possibilities.
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According to eMarketer, global online retail sales are estimated to grow roughly at $27.72 trillion in 2020. This shows that more consumers turn to ecommerce stores to purchase products than from a physical store.
As online sales continue to rise at an exponential rate, now would be the best time to get started with launching your own ecommerce store.
Starting an ecommerce business might sound like an uphill battle to some, but it's not actually as hard as they make it to be. In this article, we'll show you the steps when launching an ecommerce site that you've always been dreaming of.
Just like in any profitable venture, you need a great dose of hard work, commitment and willingness to learn to be successful in this type of business.
1. Choose a Niche.
When promoting and selling products, it's important to choose something that you're knowledgeable and passionate about. It would be difficult to penetrate an industry where you have no knowledge of so stick somewhere where your expertise will shine.
So, make a list of all your hobbies, side projects, and things you like to buy. As an example, if you're into mobile gadgets, then you might want to center your ecommerce store around this niche. You can sell smartphones, laptops, tablets, portable WIFI, power banks, phone accessories and more.
Another great idea for a niche is creating solutions to problems experienced by your friends or other customers. If you often hear people complaining about something, then perhaps it could be your lightbulb moment to provide a product or service that answers their problem.
Do a research and ask the right people these questions:
- What are your biggest challenges when performing activities at home, school, work, when commuting or anywhere?
- What product or service are you willing to buy in order to ease your situation?
- What are the things that your current brand is not offering?
- Are there any challenges when buying your products online?
Their answers will shed some light on what most people's major pain points are and what they're willing to buy in order to solve those problems.
To find out where people are sharing their complaints, these popular sites are a goldmine of ideas:
- Social Media channels: Facebook, Twitter, Google+
- Forum site: Reddit
- Online communities: Quora, LinkedIn groups, Google+ communities
- Current events: both print and online media
Your objective is to drill down the common problems people face in your chosen niche so that you know which products to target on your ecommerce site.
2. Find out if your niche is profitable
If you have identified a potential product to sell, check out whether there is a strong demand for it in the long term. You don't want to sell products that there isn't a huge market for. To check for any viable market opportunity, here are some tools you can use:
- Keyword Planner – Using this tool, filter your search with your product keywords. When there's a high volume of searches, it means that there's a huge market for that product. You're on the right track if you have thousands of average month searches for your specific search term.
- Google Trends – enter your search term and it will show you the average search volume. This is a good way to find out if there's a strong interest in your niche over time.
- Google Shopping – it's similar to the basic Google search engine except it focuses on online products. It also shows who your suppliers and competitors are. It's easier to scope out your competition with this tool.
3. Understand who your target customers are.
It's impossible to sell to everyone. You might be offering the best product or service but not everyone will be interested enough to buy them. Instead, target the right people who will have a real need for your product or service.
To do this, you need to create buyer personas for your target customers. Buyer persona is a made-up representation of your ideal customer based on market research and other customer data. It helps you to simplify a general niche and target only specific customers who will want to buy your product.
Here are possible questions when creating your buyer personas:
- What's your target demographic? (Define their gender, age, location, etc.)
- What are their greatest motivations and goals in life?
- What are the biggest challenges they face in your specific niche?
- What are their behavior patterns in the environment they are in?
Hubspot shares what great buyer personas look like: What Does a Great Buyer Persona Look Like? Dissecting 3 Real-Life Examples.
4. Create a structure for your business.
When creating a structure for ecommerce business, these are different routes you can take:
Sole Proprietorship
With sole proprietorship, a single person owns, controls and manages the business. It's ideal for entrepreneurs with limited capital since it's very simple and inexpensive to set up.
The drawback is, you and your business are considered legally as one, so your company's liabilities are your personal obligations which open up to greater risks.
Halfway between sole proprietorship and corporation is a partnership. It's a type of business structure where two or more people can combine their capital, skills, time and other resources to share in profits or losses of their business venture.
A corporation is a legal entity that is separate from its owners. It enjoys rights and obligations that individuals possess such as enter contracts, borrow funds, hire employees, pay taxes and buy and sell assets.
Make sure to fill out the paperwork for the right business structure with your respective government or you can hire an accountant to assist you on this.
5. Process other business requirements.
Check with your city for all sorts of business permits or licenses you need before you can operate your business and make it official.
6. Build your ecommerce website
Now for the fun part. For you to start an online business, you will need to build your own ecommerce website. Here's what you need:
Domain Name
A domain name is a unique name for your website. Generally, it will be your business name. But if it's not available, this article will give you some tips on how to create a domain name that best represents your brand. Check out from our Webvisions domain tool if your domain name is available.
Keep in mind, that a domain name is the first thing that visitors will notice from your site so make sure that your domain name is well-thought out in order to stand above the competition.
Web Hosting
Web hosting service allows you to store all website files on your web host's servers and publish your website on the Internet.
For ecommerce websites, we recommend you choose Dedicated Hosting or Virtual Private Server Hosting because they offer more storage, bandwidth and other robust features than a shared hosting.
Ecommerce Platform (Content Management System)
You need a publishing platform designed for online retail businesses. It should have a shopping cart features that allow buyers to view, select and save all their chosen products in a virtual "shopping basket" before checkout.
Most of the ecommerce solutions are easy to set up even without any coding background. Examples of these ecommerce software are: Shopify, osCommerce, Magento, and Prestashop. If you need something beyond the basic features, you need to hire a web developer to customize it for you.
Secure Socket Layer Certificate (SSL)
People won't likely trust you with their money if they have reasons to believe your website is hosted on an insecure network. To give them peace of mind that their payments are safe, you need to install an SSL.
SSL works by encrypting the connection whenever a customer enters their personal information such as credit card number and password. This is to ensure no hackers can snoop and steal their information, keeping their transactions safe and private. To know more about SSL certificate, you can check out more about this here.
Web Design
Having a visually-appealing web design can extend a company's branding and improve the browsing experience for the customer. You have the option to do it yourself with pre-made themes and templates or hire a professional web designer.
If you want to lower your start-up cost, you might want to buy website themes from providers like ThemeForest. Most of their themes are clean, elegantly-designed and work with most eCommerce platforms. You can also get your logo design made on the cheap from crowdsourcing sites like 99Designs.
Payment Gateway
If you've already signed for an all-in ecommerce solution, then it will most likely include a payment gateway. If not, then you need to get one separately from payment solutions provider like PayPal.
A payment gateway works by connecting to the merchant's bank to validate the payment. The bank will process the payment and transfer the funds to the merchant's bank account.
Banks rely on third-party payment solutions providers because banks offer limited access to their servers for security reasons. Payment gateways are trusted and approved by merchant banks when communicating and processing transactions between their servers.
7. Launch a Marketing Campaign
After setting up the nuts and bolts of your new eCommerce site, it's time to promote it to your target customers. It's a great idea to set up have your website's social media channels ready and create an SEO and PPC (pay-per-click) campaign to boost your website traffic.
What Happens Next?
These steps are only good when you put it into practice and take action. As you can see, creating an Ecommerce website is not only sidelined for the experts. Anyone with a dream, grit, and passion can start one.
To summarize this article, here are the steps to remember:
- Find a profitable niche that you love
- Know your target customers
- Create a business structure
- Process Business requirements
- Build your website
- Launch a marketing campaign
Are you currently starting your own ecommerce website? We hope this guide will help get started today.
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Style: Vinyasa
Duration: 60 min
Intensity: Moderate
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Get familiar with twists. In this yoga 101 class, Dana will lead you through a series of twisting postures (twisted lunges, seated twists, and standing twists!). This breath-centric sequence is challenging yet accessible. Let's begin!
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HIGH TIMES Harvest Cup So-Cal 2017
Join us November 11th and 12th at the National Orange Show Events Center in San Bernardino for the HIGH TIMES Harvest Cup SoCal 2017 presented by THC Design & Brass Knuckles to celebrate the cannabis harvest and award the Cup to the best of the best in each category.
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Saturday, 12 p.m. for VIP/12:30 p.m. for GA - 11 p.m.
Sunday, 12 p.m for VIP/12:30 p.m. for GA - p.m.
A live cannabis experience, featuring a wellness village, harvest farmers market, a live grow room, cannabis career fair, edibles village, solventless experience, cannabis cooking competition, cannabeer garden, competitors lounge, topical massage spa, tattoo village and freakshow, vape lounge, potathalon, VIP lounge, and lots more!
Our CA #FastFamily will take care of you!


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SLUBAN is a reasonably priced, good quality and compatible alternative to a famous play brick system.
This project consists of a minimum of 211 pieces, including miniature tools. From this play brick selection the child can create a fire engine and a helicopter.
Recommended for children aged 6yrs and above.
NOT SUITABLE for children aged under 3yrs due to small parts
Box Size: Length 12in (30cm) x Width 8in (20cm) x Depth 2in (5cm). Please note all measurements quoted are approximate.
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Hip Pain
Leg and Hip pain are most commonly caused by subluxation of the spine. This can irritate the nerves causing pain and muscle spasms. Your hips and legs support the entire body and give you strength, stability, flexibility, and mobility. For this reason there is a high amount of stress put on these body parts. Hip pain can sometimes be confused with back ache because of where the spine connects with the pelvis.
The hip is a ball and socket joint where the femur (thighbone) connects with the pelvis (hipbone). Cartilage separates the two bones and acts as a cushion to prevent the bones from rubbing against each other. When that cartilage wears out, pain and swelling occur, causing hip pain. This is more commonly known as arthritis.


text: I visited my local favourite museum with my elderly mother this afternoon. She now requires a wheelchair to get around, and we were both disappointed to find many of the artefacts were placed too high for her to see. So here are a few things to keep in mind when designing your exhibitions: Egress should be 1200mm minimum width. Some wheelchairs can get through a gap of about 800mm, if they are going straight through, but require more space to turn a corner. If you are hoping to get wheelchairs up a level, you either need a lift or a lot of space, as the incline is 1 to 12: That is 12m along for every 1m gain in height. Also, think about the height of labels and artefacts: information on walls between about 900mm and 1200mm high should be readable by both standing and sitting visitors. However the tops of artefacts cannot be seen from a wheelchair if the object is placed on a surface much higher than a dining table. My mother was unable to see the glazes on the insides of the ceramics, which was a pity, as she likes pottery and is quite knowledgeable about it.


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These Tips Help You Choose Babies' Clothes With Ease
It is very exciting for parents when a newborn arrives in the family.It is very exciting to prepare the nursery and even come up with a name.Retailers know how to tap into the excitement and purchasing power of the parents. Many kinds of clothes are flooded in the market. Unlike in the past, there is no shortage of babies' clothes today.They are available in form of one-piece jumpsuits, vegetable dyes, baby clothes made out of organic fair trade cotton, polyester, to mention but a few.But what do parents need to consider when buying clothes for their babies? Read on so as to ensure that you make a wise purchase.
As you decide on the clothes to buy for your baby, quality of the fabric is very important.This is because it is directly related to your child's health. There are some clothes that are harmful to your baby like those made of polyester. The skin of the baby if not affected by fabrics made from cotton, in addition to the fact that cotton makes an ideal option for the baby's skin and air circulation.
It is very true that the growth of children is robust. Many parents and relatives will buy the extra-large size for those children. This seeks to ensure that the clothes are not outgrown by the baby. Don't do this so quick. Children are know to put anything to their mouths. This creates the situation that extra large clothes become a threat since they will be easily put to mouth.Tight clothes do not pose such threat. Make sure you factor in the baby's size as you buy clothes for them.
Make sure you buy clothes for babies according to the season.If it is cold, buy something to keep them warm. On the other hand, buy light garments during the hot season. It will be very frustrating to realize that your baby is crying due to too much heat or too much cold.
It is also a noble idea to consider the color of the clothes you buy for your child. Colors respond to light in a very easy way. White colored clothes are more favorable to be worn outside.
Another thing you need to consider is the cost of the clothes. Do not go beyond your financial ability.
You cannot fail to consider the brand that you buy. Renowned brands are the ones that offer superior qualities mostly. It will serve you very well to buy clothes from reputable manufactures.
As you consider buying clothes for your baby, consider these tips and you will never regret or even err.Consider them for the perfect purchase.
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Find the Features Trail
28 May - 3 June 2018
National Trust Glendurgan Garden, 10.30am - 4.30pm
The valley garden has many interesting and quirky features including the famous maze. Each picture on this May half-term trail shows a magnified view of part of a garden feature.
Can you and your family work out what all the features are by looking at this collection of close-ups?


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We are all very much aware that exercise is beneficial and a necessity for our long-term health. So why isn't everyone doing it?! The most common answer given to this question is "I just don't have time to GO to the gym". Well in the next few minutes I'm going to give you back that 15-30 minutes of drive time you can't find to get to the gym and introduce you to the best sweat therapy I've found.
My sweat therapy time has become a necessity for me to get my shine on throughout the week! If you've been subscribed to this blog for a while then you know that I was 11 months into my vegan journey before I decided to incorporate exercise into my life. If you're not familiar with that story and the why behind the what be sure to read the post: It's My Vegan-Versary.
The main thing was I wanted to test out the theory that healthy sustainable weight loss was 70% what you put into your body, 20% physical activity and 10% stress level. Now that it's over 6 years since I became vegan I have all the personal research of my journey to point out that this is true! You really should check out that post…I included a before and after shot that shows you where I was May 3, 2013 at the start of my journey and the result of focusing on the 70% and 10% for 11 months. I slowly incorporated some light physical activity in the 12th month because I'd decided what my goals were for my 2nd Vegan-Versary May 3, 2015. As I just stated the 70/20/10 theory is golden! With incorporating physical activity in the next 13 months up to May 3, 2015 I only lost another 10 lbs. or so, BUT those inches though! And the shape of my body changed so much that my clothes were sliding off while zipped and button. In the words of an old co-worker "that's a high-class problem to have!".
What was I doing to get all that magic? At the time I was working out 6 days a week: 2 days of strength training, 1 day of yoga, 1 day of yoga and abs and 2 days of cardio consisting of walking, jogging or biking. The strength training, yoga and abs I trusted to no other than Les Mils and their family of workouts. This program is amazing and a great start for anyone not use to lifting weights for both cardio and strength training benefits!
When we lived in South Carolina 2006-2008 Les Mills Body Pump was taught at a local gym and I was hooked! Once we moved back to South Alabama in 2009 there wasn't a class to be found. It wasn't until October 2014 I learned that Beachbody offered an at home version of the program so I ordered it. And now in 2019 I am still in love with this workout! It has truly stood the test of time for 13 years as one of the best overall body workouts! As of today it is even easier to get this amazing workout because you can have it accessible on up to 3 mobile devices! I'll admit I'm a little jealous because I was packing all my dvds when I travelled and praying someone…anyone still used a dvd player! Now you can just pack up your mat with your weights/bar and use any device or smart tv and never skip a beat. Everything you need to get started including the weights comes with the program. The workouts range from 20-55 minutes long so when I was working in corporate America if my strength training days fell on a week day I would do the 30 minute full body workout without fail whereas if it fell on the weekend I'd do the 45-55 minute workout. It also comes with a really cool guide that walks you through 90 days to a fitter leaner you taking you from successfully completing the 20 minute workout through conquering the 55 minute workouts. It builds in your rest days and even tells you which workout to do on which days. If you're like me…a person who doesn't like to think about what my next workout will entail…this is the best at home workout program ever! Oh, did I mention this blog is not sponsored? (maybe we should do something about that…)
If you're not interested in following along with a virtual class then purchase a step, dumbbells and mat like I did from Walmart to perform effective full body workouts. There are several fitness experts on instagram that will give you different workouts to get you started or keep you going. My favorites are @tameikag, @imnicb and @britnebabe. They do a great job of making a collage of the moves in an instagram video and then instructing you on sets/repetitions for different skill levels in the comment section. Go check 'em out!
The point I hope you walk away with after reading this post is that the only thing truly getting in the way of the fitter, healthier you that you imagine and want is YOU. Get out of your own way and have your sweat therapy at home. Aside from looking amazing you're leaving these benefits on the table:
Exercise is the single best thing you can do for your brain in terms of mood, memory, and learning.
It reverses the harmful effects of stress.
It lifts depression.
Decreases the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes.
Leaves you feeling euphoric.
Sweat Therapy is the best therapy!
What is your go to sweat therapy? Let me know in the comments below. Also like and share this post with anyone you think will benefit from it…which is everyone.


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How to Avoid Back Pain While Gardening/
It's finally Spring time and that means it's also gardening season! Back pain can throw a wrench into the joy of gardening for many, but that doesn't mean you need to cross it off your list! With a few adaptations and a dash of creativity, you can still exercise that green thumb by following these 11 strategies for minimizing injury.
Safe Moves for Your Back
Here are several tips on gardening in a way that is relatively gentle on your back:
Warm up first
Gardening can be a real workout, so warming up your muscles first is a good idea. Try a brisk five-minute walk and some stretching exercises. If you have back pain, then work with your physician or other health care provider to find the right stretches for you.
Lift carefully
It's easy to lift heavy pots, bushes, and full watering cans incorrectly and damage your back.
To lift correctly, begin by squatting, not bending at your waist. Use both hands to hold the object, keeping it close to your body, and slowly straighten your legs as you lift.
To minimize lifting, use a wagon, a dolly, or other aid to carry heavy items from place to place. Fill large watering cans just halfway, and consider alternative watering options, such as soaker hoses or automated irrigation systems.
Depending on your back problem, some jobs that involve heavy lifting and twisting may be best left to others.
Take breaks
It's easy to lose track of time when you love being out in the yard. Take a water bottle with you as a reminder to take frequent breaks.If you've been in one position for a while, do some stretches during these breaks. Also, avoid doing the same kind of job, such as pruning, for a long period. Switch to something else for a while.
Get support from kneelers and chairs
Getting down on the ground—and back up—can be painful or even impossible, depending on your level of pain and flexibility. Heavy-duty kneelers, especially those with raised, padded handles to help you get up and down, allow you to use your arm strength to aid in the process. Kneelers usually include a well-cushioned base to reduce stress and impact on your knees and back. Many kneelers also convert to a low chair.
Use garden scooters to avoid twisting
Stretching and twisting put added stress on the joints and discs in your spine. One way to minimize twisting is to use a wheeled scooter. Scooters range in size from small scooters made to fit in tight garden spaces to larger scooters with baskets.
Have any other gardening tips that will keep back pain at bay? Drop them in the comments below!


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The real work negotiating Britain's exit from the European Union starts today with the return of Parliament, says Peter Young . . .
Since the vote in Britain's referendum in June to leave the European Union (EU), the nation's political landscape has changed dramatically with the negotiation of 'Brexit' now top of the agenda.
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There has been no repeat of the 2008 financial crisis, interest and mortgage rates have fallen rather than increased and while the pound sterling has lowered in value this is helping exports. The most recent economic news and statistics have been good - the stock market, consumer credit and retail sales are up, unemployment is down and output in the manufacturing sector has recorded its biggest month-to-month rise for 25 years. Furthermore, outside the EU, and with industry and business no longer wrapped up in EU red tape and bureaucracy, Britain can now trade freely under World Trade Organisation rules and with lower tariffs which it can negotiate itself.
The former governor of the Bank of England, Lord King, has said that Britain may be better off leaving the EU since it will be better placed to rebalance its economy from consumer spending to exports. He rejected the government's and the Bank's prediction of a recession under 'Brexit' and that productivity would suffer, saying that their forecasts of the consequences of leaving were for the most part pure speculation.
Meanwhile, the situation within the EU itself seems to be worsening - the immigration crisis, a failing eurozone and increasing euroscepticism amongst member states.
A post-'Brexit' summit between Germany, France and Italy merely resulted in calls for more Europe, not less, and Brussels is apparently now considering fresh moves to turn the EU into a federal superstate with its own president and government, treasury, army and border force so that individual nations will cease to exist.
Apart from growing opposition in Germany to Chancellor Angela Merkel's immigration policy, countries like Hungary, Poland, the Czech Republic and Slovakia are refusing to accept more migrants under EU mandatory quotas. The eurosceptic far-right is growing stronger in France, the Netherlands and Austria while Denmark and Sweden appear to be against handing more powers to Brussels, and there are fears in Italy that a referendum in October about constitutional reform may be used to voice frustrations with the EU.
Back in Britain, there seems to be general agreement amongst commentators that, so far, Mrs May is taking the right course to reflect the will of the people in the referendum. The early indications are that she is likely to stick to her guns in the fashion of her illustrious predecessor, Baroness Thatcher, who, despite her critics, was famed for her self-certainty in governing which gave her colleagues and the country as a whole a sense of clear direction during her 11 years as Prime Minister - and to such an extent that she was said by many to have put the 'Great' back into Britain.
Perhaps the arrival on the scene of Mrs May at such a momentous time as departure from the EU will herald a new period of prosperity for the nation as it commits itself to exercising its power and influence worldwide without the constraints of EU membership.
There are reports that the first day of the Tory party conference in October will focus on 'global Britain'. That alone should be a serious and welcome sign of a nation ready and willing to spread its wings again on the international stage.
• Peter Young is a retired British diplomat living in Nassau. From 1996 to 2000 he was British High Commissioner to The Bahamas.


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March 24, 2008
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Both UCLA and STANFORD rallied from second half deficits to advance to the Sweet Sixteen. Meanwhile, WASHINGTON STATE employed a stifling defense to reach the Sweet Sixteen as well. For the Bruins, it's their third straight trip to the regional semifinals, and 11th since 1990. Stanford is making it's first trip to the Sweet Sixteen since 2001. For the Cougars, it's just the second time in school history that they've won a pair of NCAA Tournament games to advance. The only other time that occured was during the 1940-41 season when they finished the year as NCAA runner-ups... It's the sixth time in Pac-10 history that the league has had at least three teams advance to the Sweet Sixteen... ARIZONA STATE remains alive in the NIT and will host Florida, winner of the last two NCAA titles, Tuesday, Mar. 25... The Pac-10 entered the postseason with a record nine teams extending their season. The previous high was seven on four occasions (1990, 1994, 1997, 2002). The six teams appearing in NCAA Tournament action tied a Pac-10 record (also achieved in 2002 and 2007).
Thurs., Mar. 27
Phoenix, Ariz. (West Regional)
No. 1 UCLA vs. No. 12 Western Kentucky, approx. 6:40 p.m. PT
Charlotte, N.C. (East Regional)
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UCLA vs. Xavier/West Virginia winner, TBD
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NCAA Tournament Record: 21-14. 16th appearance. Last appearance - 2007Best NCAA finish: NCAA Champions (1942)
The Cardinal are making their 13th NCAA Tournament appearance in the last 14 years. This is their first Sweet Sixteen appearance since 2001, and fourth trip to the regional semifinals since the bracket expanded to 64 teams in 1985.
Sophomore F Brook Lopez leads the team with 19.0 points and 8.1 rebounds per game. Both numbers would rank among the league's top five, however he needs to play in one more game in order to qualify for the league's statistical rankings. Lopez has posted four 30-point games, including a game-high 30 points in the overtime win against Marquette.
Sophomore C Robin Lopez ranks second all-time at Stanford with 156 career blocked shots. He needs 12 more to grab the top spot on the list, passing Tim Young (167 blocks, 1994-99).
Junior G Mitch Johnson posted a career-high 16 assists in the win over Marquette. He leads the Pac-10 with 5.14 assists per game. The only other Stanford players ever to lead the league in assists were Marcus Lollie (1992) and Brevin Knight (1996 and 1997).
Stanford leads the Pac-10 in defensive field goal percentage (.393) and blocked shots (5.23 per game)
The Cardinal finished their home slate with a 16-1 record. The highest single-season home win total in school history. Stanford has produced 10 or more home wins in each of the last 15 seasons. The Cardinal are 63-11 (.851) at Maples Pavilion over the last five seasons.
NCAA Tournament Record: 96-34. 42nd appearance. Last appearance - 2007Best NCAA finish: NCAA Champions (1964-65, 1967-73, 1975, 1995)
UCLA set a school record with 33 wins this season. It has posted 30 or more wins for a school-record three consecutive seasons. Over the last three seasons, the Bruins have posted a record of 95-16 (.856).
UCLA's 78 points allowed in the first two NCAA Tournament games is the lowest total for the first two games of a Tournament since 1949, when Oklahoma State allowed just 69 in its first two games. The 29 points it allowed against Mississippi Valley State were the lowest ever for a 1st or 2nd Round game. The last time a team was held under 30 points was March 22, 1946 when Oklahoma State held Baylor to 29 points.
Freshman C Kevin Love was named the Pac-10 Player of the Year - just the second time a Pac-10 freshman earned the honor (California's Shareef Abdur-Rahim won it as a freshman in 1996). He scored in double figures in each game this season and posted 21 double-doubles.
Love has grabbed 382 rebounds this season. That's more than any Bruin since Bill Walton had 398 in 1974. That ranks No. 9 on the season list, just two behind No. 8 Sidney Wicks (384 in 1971).
Junior F Josh Shipp (1,226 pts) and G Darren Collison (1,110 pts) each went over 1,000 points for their careers.
Collison earned Pac-10 Tournament Most Outstanding Player honors after averaging 20.0 points, 2.7 assists, 1.7 steals and turned the ball over just twice in 110 minutes of action. Collison's three-point percentage of .516 is the best in school history for one season.
NCAA Tournament Record: 6-5. 6th appearance. Last appearance - 2007Best NCAA finish - 2nd (1940)
The Cougars have posted back-to-back 20-win seasons for the first time since Jack Friel's teams posted four straight 20-plus win seasons from 1939-42. The 26 victories this season equals the school record first set in 1941 (26-6) and tied last season (26-8).
In their two NCAA Tournament wins, the Cougars are holding the opponents to just 27.6 percent shooting from the field (29-of-105) and 40.3 points.
Washington State is second in the nation in scoring defense, allowing just 56.1 points per game.
The Cougars have drawn a record 120,083 fans (9,237 per game). It's the second consecutive season over 100,000 fans, and third time in school history.
Senior G Derrick Low ranks fourth on WSU's all-time three-point list with 218 treys.
Senior G Kyle Weaver is believed to the the first player in Pac-10 history to record 1,000 points, 500 rebounds, 400 assists, 150 steals and 75 blocked shots.
Both Low (1,274 pts) and Weaver (1,152 pts) have each gone over 1,000 points for their careers.
The Cougars lead the league in turnover margin (+2.94) and post a league-low 10.2 turnovers. The Cougars have turned the ball over 10 or fewer times in 16 of the last 22 games.
NIT Tournament Record: 5-9. 10th appearance. Last appearance - 2005Best NIT finish - 1-1 (1983, 1992, 2000)
Finishing 9-9 in Pac-10 play was a seven-win improvement over last year's 2-16 season. ASU is the fifth team in 30 years of Pac-10 play to go from a a last-place finish to a .500 record.
Freshman G James Harden's 17.8 points per game is second-best in ASU freshmen history. He's scored 20 or more points 16 times this season, and has posted 25 or more points six times. His 72 steals are also a school freshman record. He needs five more thefts to set the school single-season mark, passing Lafayette Lever (76, 1982). At 2.18 steals per game, he's attempting to become the fifth freshman to lead the league in steals - Jason Kidd (3.8 spg/1993), Baron Davis, UCLA (2.4 spg/1998), Errick Craven USC (2.1 spg/2002) and Gabe Pruitt, USC (1.9 psg/2005).
Freshman G Ty Abbott holds ASU's freshmen record for three-pointers with 75.
Junior F Jeff Pendergraph tied a school record with eight blocked shots in the NIT second round win over Southern Illinois.
The Postseason: With six teams selected for the NCAA Tournament, the Pac-10 has sent four or more teams into the Tournament for the 14th time in 15 years... With Oregon at 9-9 and Arizona at 8-10 in league play, this marks the first time a Pac-10 team with a .500 record or sub-.500 record has made the Tournament field... Eight of the 10 Pac-10 institutions have appeared in the NCAA Tournament over the previous three years... Over the last eight NCAA Tournaments, the Pac-10 has posted a 58-36 (.617) record and has had 18 teams reach the Sweet Sixteen... With 15 national titles, the Pac-10 owns more NCAA basketball titles than any other conference. Five different Pac-10 schools have captured the national title... Three different Pac-10 schools have won NIT titles.
Fabulous Freshmen: Four Pac-10 freshman are among the top six in the league in scoring - USC's O.J. Mayo (20.7 ppg/2nd), Arizona's Jerryd Bayless (19.7/3rd), Arizona State's James Harden (17.8 ppg/4th) and UCLA's Kevin Love (17.3 ppg/6th). Prior to this year, only seven Pac-10 freshman had averaged 17.0 points or more... Three different freshmen scored 30 or more points in a game 11 times this season (four times each by Mayo and Bayless, once by Arizona State's Ty Abbott). The 39-point effort by Bayless against Arizona State (Feb. 9) ranks as the second best output by a freshman in league history... A record five different freshmen were tabbed Pac-10 Player of the Week this season.
The Rankings: Seven different Pac-10 teams have appeared in the Associated Press Top 25 this season (highest ranking included) - Arizona (17), Arizona State (22), Oregon (11), Stanford (7), UCLA (2), USC (18), and Washington State (4).
Home Sweet Home: The Pac-10 set an average attendance mark with 8,703 fans this season. The previous season-best average was 8,388 fans set during the 2000 season... In non-conference play, Pac-10 teams combined to go 70-10 (.875) at home. However, it was a different story in league play as the home teams were able to manage a 48-42 (.533) record in league play. It was lowest win total for the home team in Pac-10 history, edging the 49-41 record compiled during the 1980-81 season.
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What do you want in a large sport utility vehicle? Power is a plus. Room for you, your passengers, and everyone's stuff is a must. And a great look that hints at the powerhouse under the hood would be good. What if we told you that we have a winning combination for you? The 2019 Ford Expedition.
What do you want in a large sport utility vehicle? Power is a plus. Room for you, your passengers, and everyone's stuff is a must. And a great look that hints at the powerhouse under the hood would be good. What if we told you that we have a winning combination for you? The 2019 Ford Expedition. This large sport utility vehicle just might satisfy everything on your must-have list with a bunch of wants thrown in. In this preview guide, we'll tell you what's new for 2019 and also why the Expedition has been a great choice for years now.
Ford just kicked off the Expedition fourth generation with a top-to-bottom update in 2018. So this model year doesn't change much from the previous one, except in one notable regard.
The new stealth edition might look perfect for covert ops in your next spy thriller, but this special edition package can be yours in reality. The Stealth Package includes 22-inch black-painted wheels, continuously controlled damping suspension, red interior stitching, and gloss black accents on the grille, mirror caps, roof rails, tailgate, badges and more. Turn some heads next time you pick up the kids from school or head on any number of ordinary errands.
Speaking of the Expedition's look, any trim or paint job on the Expedition will leave a lasting impression. That's because the Expedition embraces the bold, yet modern, look of a large sport utility vehicle in the 21st century. Ford knew to build the Expedition rugged, and it shows. But for all its ruggedness, the Expedition doesn't have the square face of a pickup. Instead, this SUV resembles the smaller Explorer with a handsome mug and smooth surfaces. Special features on upper-trim models include exclusive exterior lighting and additional chrome trim.
There's just one engine option for the Ford Expedition. But we are not complaining. Because that engine is a 3.5-liter turbocharged V6 that delivers 375 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque. That engine powered with premium fuel in the Platinum trim improves its numbers to 400 horsepower and 480 pound-feet of torque. With that engine, you get a 10-speed automatic transmission. Despite not offering a V8 engine, the Expedition is quicker than most of its rivals, going zero to 60 in just 5.8 seconds. And this SUV can tow up to a whopping 9,300 pounds.
We'd be remiss if we didn't mention how much room there is for your gear. With all three rows up, there's 20.9 cubic feet. But fold a row of seats down and that expands to 63.6 cubic feet. Fold another row down and you have 104.6 cubic feet. That's more than most other full-size SUVs. But if you need even more, consider the Expedition Max, which has as much as 121.5 cubic feet of cargo space, which tied for first in its class. Convinced yet?
Completely overhauled, easily-accessible third row, infused with aluminum, and sporting a new look, the 2018 Expedition is the superhero of the full-size SUV class.
Families love sport utility vehicles and it's easy to see why. They have plenty of room for all the kids along with their backpacks or sleeping bags. They sit higher than other cars, for a good view of the road. And they are sportier and more attractive than traditional minivans. But which sport utility vehicle is the ultimate family vehicle?
The Ford Expedition is all new for 2018. This large sport utility vehicle is making some waves as one of the best in its class on the market today. What makes the Expedition so remarkable? To answer that question, we'll contrast this Ford to another popular large, three-row SUV: the 2018 Chevrolet Suburban.
If you're looking at SUVs, allow us to introduce you to Ford's two bestselling sport utility vehicles: the Ford Explorer and Ford Expedition. They're both three-row SUVs, great for hauling plenty of people or a tons of stuff. In this comparison guide, we'll help you decide which is right for you and your crew.
Most auto manufacturers try to hit all the bases when planning their lineup. Take Ford, for example. You can probably find a vehicle in their lineup that perfectly meets your needs. In this comparison guide, we'll put the 2018 Ford Explorer and Edge side by side so you can see which one better fits you and your lifestyle.
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5 Reasons Parenting Created My Love/Hate Relationship With Halloween
Don't get me wrong! I used to Love/Love Halloween, but now I have a kid... 1. Before I had a child I don't think I cared too much about decorating the house as much as I was worried about what party I was attending. Now, apparently my 4-year-old knows when October rolls around that we must buy ridiculous spooky talking things from Target and cover the bushes outside in fake spider web. After about two weeks of Halloween decor I'm ready to put it all back and return to normal, but the collection grows. It always leaves me asking: Is it Christmas yet?
2. There is candy everywhere and its annoying AF. Before child eating candy had no consequences. Now? Oh, hell no. My child isn't allowed artificial dye and a bunch of processed sugars. Call me crazy, but I don't like dealing with a tiny person acting like he's on meth. It ain't pretty. I'm not a complete a-hole, of course I buy him candy. Just organic, vegetable dyes only, with no added chemicals, etc. So, yup...Halloween turns me into a candy dictator. Even I am rolling my eyes at me.
3. Halloween Costumes SUCK! I used to weigh 8 pounds and had no one else to worry about dressing...those were the days I just slipped on the tiniest outfit in my closet and cat ears and called it a "costume." Nope. Not anymore. I'm legit trying to figure out how to wear sweatpants as part of my costume this year. Also, my child HAS to have the most detailed and extravagant costume on the planet. No Target crap for him...apparently he's thinking he has got to have Ru Paul Drag Race quality costuming. Of course we acquiesce.
4. School is to sensitive. Do you remember when you could dress up and go to school? It was a blast! Yeah, no...we don't do that anymore. Now, we have to have a controlled, themed week, with uniformity where all the kids dress as the same thing or whatever...and we do it all with a fake smile and a happy disposition but all I have to say is...it's ridiculous. I have even been asked not to have him wear Halloween themed t-shirts some days because it may be "distracting." He's 4! Everything is distracting!!!
5. Halloween used to be like a day or two, and it never mattered if it was on a weeknight. Is it me or is Halloween an entire F@#%ing week now? And it's on a damn school night! Now that's horror. Dealing with a bunch of kids having a Halloween hangover on a Tuesday. All I can say is that I'm glad his expensive and time-consuming costume will get worn more than once.
Now, please excuse me while I go geek out of how adorable my son looks dressed as Jack Skellington and I post 56 pictures of him killing it this Halloween.


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I am new to this website and Ministry but I am not new to the Episcopal way of life.
26 years ago a loving and caring friend walked me up to a pair of red doors and invited me to come inside. They told me they had a friend at the church who was well versed in addictions and counseling. I was already well versed in addictions, it was the recovery portion I lacked. After 28 years on the street, three failed marriages and not easily employable, I was ready to try anything. I didn't know I had hit my bottom nor did I know that I would learn a lot more about that phrase in the coming years. What I knew was that I was tired of being sick and tired.
I was greeted with warmth and an understanding of what I was going through, even though I hadn't said a word. I thought maybe I had a flashing neon sign on my back witnessing to the world that I had an addiction problem. I immediately wanted what they had and they shared with me what that something was. I was invited to a seminar being put on by the Diocesan Drug and Alcohol Coalition and for the first time in my life, felt like I actually belonged to something.
Many meetings later and working the steps one day at a time started a string of sober days that became months and then years. I have never forgotten that feeling I had when I was accepted for who I was and not rejected for what I had become. I became very involved in AA and Diocesan events which led me to a new wife and a new life. I have been happily married for over 16 years and according to my wife, she has been happily married the same number of years. That in itself is a miracle. It wasn't until I learned that I had to become the "right person" before I could ever meet the "right person" for me.
I used to wish my life had been different, but when I stop and count the blessings of each day that God provides for me, I realize that I had to go through those dark times to appreciate the light that He provides and allows to shine through me. If my life had been different, I would not be married to the wonderful lady I am married to, the ministries I am involved in and the miracles I see every day when I walk with the Lord.
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Introducing Technology To Your Little One
Technology can be a great thing for kids, and if you've got a phone and other devices in the house, they'll soon start taking an interest. While this can be scary new territory for you as a parent, it doesn't have to be something to be afraid of. When you do it right, you can introduce technology in a healthy, balanced way that will help them to develop some good habits as they get older.
Show them how you use it
Find games and activities to help them learn
Set up the right controls
Show a good example
Ensuring a balanced use of technology is important for you and your child, and by introducing it the right way you can ensure some healthy habits are developed early on. As one of the things you'll have to face during motherhood, it's something you'll want to start thinking about soon - kids are into everything and they'll soon start getting curious about the tech in your house. Most importantly, don't be afraid of introducing technology to your little one - there is a lot you can do to make it a wonderful and exciting thing.


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Hey! I've been working on figuring out this whole Web 2.0 thingy that seems to be going on, and I found something cool. I made a little Amazon.com shop on the sidebar!
Yeah, I know, shut up. Uncle ViddyViddy wants himself a slice of that Internet pie he's always hearing about.
The part I want you to know about is that I was able to pick a selection of books written by people who also host podcasts! If you really enjoy a podcast that's been reviewed on this site, give my store a look. There's a good chance that the host(s) have a book or two to their name as well.
This site is a chance for me to try and show people things that I enjoy, in the hopes that they enjoy them as well. I'll try to do the same with the little storefront I've got going on. Give it a click, ignore it, never see it because you have Adblock installed, pretend to light it on fire, whatever. I think it is nifty.
Also, I named it "Uncle ViddyViddy's Pit n' Git." Technology is a wonderful thing, children.
Not to shill, but...
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NewsMon Jan 28, 2008 - 12:15 pm EST
Vatican-led Global Anti-Abortion Campaign Finds Unusual Supporters
By Matthew Cullinan Hoffman
VATICAN, January 28, 2008 (LifeSiteNews.com) - A campaign for a moratorium on abortion that began in Italy and is now being expanded to a worldwide effort by the Vatican, is being joined by people from across the ideological and religious spectrum, including individuals often identified with extreme leftism and atheism.
The idea for a worldwide moratorium on abortion originated with Giuliano Ferrara, a non-Christian journalist and former head of the Italian Communist Party in Turin. Although he was once associated with a movement that in most of the world has come to identify itself with abortion, euthanasia, and other elements of the "culture of death", Ferrara is now strongly pro-life.
Responding to a recent decision by the United Nations to call for a moratorium on the death penalty, Ferrara urged that the moratorium be extended to a moratorium on the unjust killing of unborn children. After introducing the idea in a television interview on December 18th, Ferrara published it in his opinion journal il Foglio. From there it spread to the Vatican newspaper L'Osservatore Romano and the Italian Bishops' Conference journal, Avvenire. The idea began to be echoed by Catholic cardinals.
Ferrara is joined by Lenin Raghavarshi, an Indian atheist and winner of the Gwangju Prize for Human Rights. Raghavarshi told Asia News, "It is ridiculous and absurd to suggest that abortion is a solution to hunger, in order to control population growth. What's more the concept - typical of UN organisations - that overpopulation represents the greatest danger to the health of a nation has no basis at all in reality… In reality the world should urgently look at socio-economic and political issues to eliminate hunger, poverty, misery among people".
Raghavarshi identifies the global push for abortion with an agenda that serves the interests of multinational corporations at the expense of the poor and vulnerable.
"Malthus promoted the theory that the main problems of the world like poverty and other such inhuman situations of the marginalized are due to population, but this is completely unscientific idea and false theory," he told Asia News. He continued, "The multinational companies - who thrive on the industry of population control, push the agenda of population control through false propaganda - want to market and promote their products, because their sole aim is profit."
Perhaps the most prominent intellectual to have added his voice to Ferrara's call for an international moratorium on abortion is the British philosopher Roger Scruton, whom the New Yorker magazine once called "the most influential philosopher in the world". According to the Italian Catholic news agency Chiesa, he immediately endorsed the campaign after its announcement.
Ferrara has reportedly stated that he wishes to bring together such prominent intellectuals, as well as others such as Mary Ann Glendon, the former Harvard professor who is now US ambassador to the Vatican, and American bioethicist Leon Kass, to sign the petition. He would also like to see "five million pilgrims of life and love, all in Rome next summer" to request that the United Nation's "Universal Declaration of Human Rights" be amended to include "the right to be born," reports Chiesa.
Related Links:
"Let No One Touch the Child." The Church Blesses the Worldwide Moratorium on Abortion
Indian atheist supports the moratorium on abortion
(Please note that although the article calls Raghavarshi a "communist", he denies this on his blog)
Vatican Announces Global Campaign for a "Moratorium" on Abortion


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When it comes to kids and Halloween, kids usually know exactly what they want to go as. However, there are the few who may need a little coaxing in order to find out what kind of costume they might be looking forward to. While many kids costume ideas are inspired by the movies or cartoons that they watch, many children love the idea of having full license to scare the socks off of the adults without getting in trouble. Mainly boys. Encourage them to express their creativity and participate in adding their own props or accessories to their scary look as many little monsters running about may have similar costumes.
Halloween Costume Ideas
Of course, many times the fright factor comes in the make-up application. If your child has decided on going as a werewolf, a vampire, or a zombie let them decide on the clothing while you focus on their scary make-up. A costume store will have plenty of step by step ideas and make-ups to choose from that will have your child delighting in the screams they receive.
Of course little girls tend to be a little different in what they would like to dress up as. The key to originality when it comes to costume ideas for kids, especially little girls, is in the accessories. If you are purchasing a readymade costume your little girl has her heart set on, she may want it that way. She may want to be recognized as Snow White or Red Riding Hood.
Cheap Kids Costumes
Choose one piece to invest the most money in and she will be the envy of all her friends. If she is a princess, get her a nice, sparkly tiara from an accessories store. If she is a maiden, find a well made basket and fill it with her favorite stuffed animals or real flowers.
While these kids costume ideas are somewhat standard, it can get rather expensive to veer too far from the costumes being sold in volume at your local stores. However, the cheep props that usually come with those costumes are often times the best things to substitute when looking kids costume ideas seem to all be the same. Chose an item or make-up and put all of your focus there!
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Poster by Tom Cramond
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"...A tiger?"
"Just a big tiger."
Brothers Greg and Stally are at a funeral. They've done this before. Go to the funeral, sell the Idiot Juice and walk away.
But this one's different.
They don't know how they got there, or whose funeral they're at. When their sister arrives in no state to be at a funeral, they realise this isn't what they're used to. They need a plan. Fast.
Idiot Juice is the latest offering from upcoming theatre company JackRabbit Theatre; a fifty minute rush of comedy and chaos with three idiots at the helm. Playing at THE FACTORY THEATRE for Sydney Fringe Comedy.


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