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Recently the famous MLM company Vemma was knocked out of the industry by the FTC, but why?
It was deemed as illegal pyramid scheme, but many people get confused by this, aren't all MLM companies in some way shape or form a pyramid scheme?
What makes MLM companies like Vemma any different than say AdvoCare?
you see what makes a MLM company a MLM and not pyramid scheme which is illegal is that at the end of the day if the company is generating revenue by providing true value to the end user than it is considered a legal distribution channel.
For example a company like AdvoCare actually sells their supplements to people even when people invest $3000 up front to become an Advisor so they can get paid 5 ways, they are purchasing $3000 worth of products so there is an actual exchange of products.
When the company takes a turn to the dark side is when they sell the business opportunity only and no real tangible product or service is exchanged to the end user, rather it is false promise of a business opportunity in which most people fail.
So the company reaps revenue from duping people, with a model that counts on people duping more people, therefore the company is not providing any value to customers ever.
This is why AdvoCare stresses the importance of the fact that they are product oriented company and they are big on supporting and promoting their products through paid endorsers like Drew Brees and Rich Froning who is a recent addition to their already impressive line of famous athletes that endorse AdvoCare, my personal favorite is Carly Lloyd who scored the hat-trick in this years women's world cup.
Shame on Vemma and countless other MLM where they got too greedy for their own good, instead of focusing on product development like they should such as Tesla's Elon Musk stresses in his speeches, people should focus more on the end product rather than 100% about marketing and turning dollars.
I think all things naturally fall into place when you actually have a sound product or service that you offer. There will always be monetary value in return for that kind of service that offer true value to people.
We will never know if Vemma really had the intentions of duping people to begin, but one thing is for certain it has stirred a small uproar in the MLM community where people are questioning the legitimacy of their own MLM companies.
Its a fine line, does the company actually turn revenue and profits by actually providing products to people or does it make its true profits by recruiting people in the business opportunity in which 95% of the people that join fail.
And then the question looms, is that failure rate actually the responsibility of the company or is just that most people are too lazy and the blame should really be placed on the individuals not the company?
–Follow the blog for more revealing insights about MLM's like Vemma and AdvoCare


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These elegant 11.5 inch battery operated taper stick candles are designed to fit in standard candle holders and candelabras. They feature a realistic flickering silicone tipped amber flame that gives off the same atmosphere and lighting as a real candle. The long lasting LEDs also allow for 400 hours of operational time using only 2 AAA batteries (sold separately). They also have an automatic timer that turns the candle on at the same time each day for 8 hours. Perfect for weddings, Christmas, and dinner receptions.
- Automatic timer turns on candle for 8 hours each day
- Candle Dimensions: 1 inch base diameter x 9.75 inches tall
(11.5 inches tall from base to flame tip)
- Realistic flickering amber flame
- Operates approximately 400 hours, depending on the brand of battery
- Each candle takes 2 AAA batteries (sold separately)
- Base works with a wide range of candle holders (0.75 to 1.125 inch diameter)
- Ideas: Wedding decor, Romantic dinners, home decor

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Sugden Audio
A small, but successful home grown British Hi-Fi firm, that hand builds a good deal of great of kit. Founded around the mid '60s, when it début with the A21 class-a integrated amplifier. Such a hit, that the A21 model is still a mainstay of their current product range, albeit after numerous iterations and improvements.
Key model: Sugden A21 – Initially released in the '60s as a wood cased solid state amp, today the design has been realised with modern component and aesthetics. However all models are class-a and are highly rated.
Hunt down: Sugden
Official website: www.sugdenaudio.com
Fan site: www.audiomisc.co.uk/JES – lots of info on the early A21 amps.
Note: Sugden Audio, is founded by J.E. Sugden and is not to be confused with A.R. Sugden who built many turntables and tone-arms e.g. the Sugden Connoisseur.


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The spiralizer is an essential kitchen gadget for the vegetarian, raw food enthusiast or those looking to spruce up their salads. The use of a vegetable spiralizer is recommended in all the raw food recipe books. Create interesting salads from various firm fruits and vegetables by using the 3 different interchangeable blades; use one blade for thin spaghetti, one for ribbons like pappardelle and the other for thicker noodle strands or curly fries - no more boring salads!
Personal PB250 Blender
The complete blender and grinder set, with 2 large and 2 small blend-n-serve cups and lids Blending/grinding blades are completely enclosed during operation, making it impossible to come in contact with spinning blades The powerful 200 watt motor easily blends all your favorite ingredients, including ice, and grinds all your grains, nuts, and seeds 2 modes of operation: One touch pulse and press and twist continuous modes for blending and grinding to that perfect consistency The polycarbonate blend-n-serve cups are virtually unbreakable, they're made from the same material that's used in bullet-proof glass 110V Model
Licuadora Green Star Elite
Tribest Green Star Elite is the next generation of the revolutionary Green Star Juice Extractors. Improving on the performance and versatility, Green Star Elite features advanced three stage juicing technology and sleek modern design. Using Exclusive Heavy Duty Jumbo Twin Gears, the Green Star Elite separates the juicing to crushing, mixing, and pressing stages for higher juice yields and nutritional value from your fruits and vegetables. The sleek and modern design will also compliment your kitchen style and design. With all the mentioned new features, Green Star Elite still features the proud Green Star Juicer family's low 110 rpm, superior to those of any competitor. Infused with decades of juice extractor industry insights, the latest Green Star Elite Juice Extractors and Food Processors are your best choice for extracting the most nutrients out of the fruits and vegetables. Invest into one Green Star Elite Juice Extractor and drink the juice of unsurpassed quality. The Tribest GSE-5000 Green Star Elite Jumbo Twin Gear Juicer is our latest innovation and flagship product. Equipped with four different screens to company your juice and food adventure, the Green Star Elite is the most versatile machine. It includes the fine screen to extract juice with minimal pulp; the coarse screen to extract juice with more pulp mixed in; the homogenizing blank for basic food processing; the breadstick (mochi) maker set to make delicious raw breadsticks and rice cakes. Optionally, you can purchase the pasta maker set to instantly convert your Green Star into a pasta press and soft fruit outlet adjusting knob for efficiently juicing soft fruits such as orange and tomato.All Green Star models also conveniently include a glass juice pitcher, wooden plunger, plastic plunger, and cleaning brush. 5 years garantee
Kuvings Whole Slow Juicer B6000W
Kuvings Whole Slow Juicer White Pearl Found on the world's first wide mouth slow juicer, Kuvings' patented, large 3" feeding tube can easily accommodate whole produce items, reducing prep and processing time up to 40%. This breakthrough juicer can produce a glass of fresh juice in seconds and eliminates the drawbacks of high-speed and slow juicers that harm and destroy important enzymes. The result is juice that's richer and more full-bodied, with a higher nutritional value and wonderful aroma than other slow juicers. Use the included blank strainer to make sorbets, or make smoothies with the strainer attachment. The juicer is equipped with a drip-free Smart Cap great for making mixed juices and quick, easy rinsing between recipes. The BPA-free components help keep the juice free of unwanted chemicals and the patented cleaning tool makes cleanup a breeze. All in a beautiful, compact design that complements your kitchen and fits under most kitchen cabinets. Features: · Low-speed masticating technology (60rpm) squeezes every drop of juice from a diverse set of ingredients and maximizes nutritional value while providing natural flavors with a light amount of pulp and fiber. · 240-watt brushless AC motor efficiently transfers power to the ULTEM juicing screw (auger) to generate a large amount of force at low speed. · Low speed juicing prevents heat buildup and oxidation that degrade nutrients and natural enzymes. · Detachable smart cap allows for easy rinsing and cleanups. · BPA free components ensures juice will never be contaminated with unwanted chemicals. Included blank strainer(sorbet maker). · Included cleaning tool and brush makes cleanup a breeze. Measures 6.5"L x 9.6"W x 17.8"H.
Con Juicepresso podrás disfrutar de frutas y verduras de todo tipo. Tanto como vegetales de hoja, hortalizas de raíz o bayas procesadas en unos momentos, a, jugos saludables frescos y naturales. Super rápido, super tranquilo y súper suaves gracias a su sistema de exprimido patentado. · Exprimidor con un nuevo Sistema Inteligente de Extracción · Producción de zumos de todo tipo de frutas y verduras · Más jugo y menos pulpa que los exprimidores convencionales · Fácil manejo gracias a menos piezas de equipo · Sistema de seguridad automático · Bajo nivel de ruido · Limpieza rápida y fácil · Diseño elegante y moderno Incluye: tambor con limpiador integrado y jugo y pulpa de eyección, a prueba de manipulaciones boca de llenado tornillo empujador de prensa con tamiz integrado, según un jugo y pulpa recipiente con 1,5 litros, cepillo de limpieza, libro de recetas
Germinador 3 tarros
Gastroback 41149 Advanced
Heavy stainless steel housing Lever press arm allows an optimal production of juice On and Off switch Automatic start-up through pressing the cone Multi cones suitable for all citrus fruits sizes S tainless steel bowl with a fold up juice spout Including a covering cap Stainless steel insertion for juice without fruit pulp All parts are easy to clean and are suitable for the dishwasher Dimensions: W x D x H: 190 x 240 x 435 mm Performance: 220/230 V - 50-60 Hz 110 Watt Revolutions: 120 per minute
Freshlife 3000 XL
Grow your own sprouts right in your own home with the Tribest® Freshlife® 3000 Automatic Sprouter. Just plug the machine in, switch on, add seeds, and in 5 to 8 days you'll be enjoying your fresh organically grown sprouts, without the use of soil, chemicals, or special lighting. The Tribest® Freshlife® 3000 has new features like adjustable water pressure and automatic watering system, that waters your sprouts for 5 minutes, rests for 25, then continues to water for 5 minutes, when the on/off switch is turned on. You can grow more sprouts with up to 3 levels of BPA-Free sprouting barrels. The Freshlife 3000 makes growing sprouts even easier. Features - BPA-Free barrels - Up to 3 levels of sprouting barrels - Automatic watering system - Adjustable water pressure system - Detachable power cord - On/off switch
EXCALIBUR DEHYDRATER 9 TRAYS WITH TIMER Food dehydration with gentle heat intensifies natural flavours and preserves the goodness in food that you want to store. It comprises 9 trays of 15"x15", giving 14 square feet of drying area. The unit is powered by a 600W motor and uses a 7 inch fan. This model has a built-in 26 hour timer. The Excalibur Dehydrator sets the industry standard for design, quality and dependability. Drying is fast and heat is not lost as the dehydrator doesn't need to be taken apart to change the tray sequence. One or all trays may be removed making space for larger items such as whole fruit. The Excalibur is easy to clean with spills falling on seamless tray bottoms. Flexible mesh tray inserts hold food above the tray frames. The Adjustable thermostat (85-145 degrees F) allows perfect drying every time and square tray design increases drying area over standard dehydrators with round trays. 9 polycarbonate drying trays come as standard and are dishwasher safe. Excalibur's own dehydration guide is included FREE with every Excalibur dehydrator.
EXCALIBUR DEHYDRATOR 9 trays no timer
EXCALIBUR DEHYDRATOR 9 TRAYS WITHOUT TIMER Food dehydration with gentle heat intensifies natural flavours and preserves the goodness in food that you want to store. It comprises 9 trays of 15"x15", giving 14 square feet of drying area. The unit is powered by a 600W motor and uses a 7 inch fan. The Excalibur Dehydrator sets the industry standard for design, quality and dependability. Drying is fast and heat is not lost as the dehydrator doesn't need to be taken apart to change the tray sequence. One or all trays may be removed making space for larger items such as whole fruit. The Excalibur is easy to clean with spills falling on seamless tray bottoms. Flexible mesh tray inserts hold food above the tray frames. The Adjustable thermostat (85-145 degrees F) allows perfect drying every time and square tray design increases drying area over standard dehydrators with round trays. 9 polycarbonate drying trays come as standard and are dishwasher safe. Excalibur's own dehydration guide is included FREE with every Excalibur dehydrator.
Excalibur 5 Dehydrator
The Excalibur 5 Tray Dehydrator is renowned for offering quality, dependability and excellent performance, attributes highlighted by its 5 year domestic warranty. With 35 years of manufacturing experience, it is clear to see why the Excalibur dehydrator range stands as a clear market leader. The patented Parallexx horizontal airflow over the 5 removable polycarbonate dishwasher safe 380mm x 380mm trays allows continuous even drying, eliminating the need for restacking whilst its adjustable thermostat ensures precise user control. Offering perfect drying results, this exceptional food dehydrator is ideal for a variety of foods, from drying herbs, raising homemade bread, making creamy yogurt, drying fruit and vegetables, and even drying meat and fish.
EASYGREEN SPROUTER The EASYGREEN SPROUTER is a great way of harvesting daily fresh live organic sprouts at home with the possibility to stack up to 6 high by interconnecting units to each other. It is perfect for families, small caterers and/or shops. Seeds such as arugula, mustard, basil, clover, cereals, flax, etc.. are SPROUTED SUCCESSFULLY in the EASYGREEN SPROUTER Up to 10 different types of seeds can germinate at once without contamination between them through the VARIETY OF TRAY SYSTEMS: wheatgrass trays; 5 standard trays; 10 junior trays. The automated system makes it perfect for germination They may be kept in storage rooms, laundry rooms, garages, etc... Just sprinkle the seeds in trays, fill the water tank with 5 L. every 2 days or connect directly to the mains supply in your home Sprinkling cold oxygenated water vapor favors the rapid development of seeds, sprouts grow healthier and better tasting The water used in the spraying is always clean and fresh and prevents mould or funghi to grow Decay can occur due to the combination of moisture and heat Seeds sensitive to climate change and environmental temperature can not germinate in other systems, automatic or manual, other than Easygreen EasyGreen has 96 programming options (timer), adapting to any weather It works equally with hard water as with soft, distilled, mineral or filtered Minimum water consumption in summer is about 3-4 L. per day Cleans and moistens the seeds. SPECIFICATIONS: Water tank capacity 5 L Equipped: 5 Standard Trays Drain hose Timer CE electric adapter. Manual and instructions are in SPANISH, although there are downloads available in ENGLISH
Deshydrator Sedona Combo SD-P9150
The Sedona Combo Rawfood Dehydrator comes packed with outstanding features like the digital thermostat, dual fan technology, stainless steel handle, and a transparent glass door. These features combine to offer unparalleled control and whisper-quiet operation. With the revolutionary Two-Stage Sequential Temperature-Timer (TST), even more control is at your fingertips. The TST allows you to set the Sedona Combo to kickstart the dehydration process at a higher temperature and then automatically lower the temperature to finish off the dehydration process. The automatic settings of the TST allow for faster dehydration times while still preserving your precious enzymes. Certain fruits and vegetables with high water contents require a higher initial dehydrating temperature in order to prevent fermentation. Because of the high water content, the internal temperature of the food rises at a very slow rate. Starting at a high temperature for the first couple of hours does not degrade the precious nutrients of your food as long as the temperature is lowered to finish off the dehydration process. You used to have to set an alarm to remind yourself to come back to your dehydrator to lower the temperature. With the TST, this chore is handled automatically. Computerized All-Digital Control/Display Two-Stage Sequential Temperature-Timer (TST) Dual Fan Technology Glass Window Internal LED Display BPA-free body and trays Debris Mat for easy clean up Chamber Divider Tray Quiet Operation 5 Year Warranty
Dehydrator Sedona Classic 9 trays
Chufamix Veggiefino
Veggiefino - ChufaMix es un revolucionario utensilio de cocina para la cocina consciente de la salud, con los que puedes evocar en poco tiempo las bebidas veganas a tu gusto - nutritivo, barato, rápido y fresco. En menos de 5 minutos se mezcla con un poco de agua y de 50 a 200 g de nueces, granos, semillas... y ya puedes disfruta de tu bebida. Se pueden endulzar con fruta fresca, frutos secos o z. B. jarabe de agave. Con sabor a especias tales como vainilla, canela o cardamomo... La alternativa saludable, no sólo para las personas alérgicas: cereales y bebidas de frutos secos son una deliciosa alternativa a productos lácteos y ofrecen muchas ventajas. Las bebidas a base de plantas contienen de forma natural sin lactosa y sin proteína de la leche, la soja y gluten de arroz libre. Reducir la ingesta de grasas tan fácilmente y ocupan más ácidos grasos insaturados.
Champion Juicer
CLOTH BAG FOR PREPARING MILKS & SPROUTS A RAW KITCHEN is not complete without a cloth bag for preparing milks! It is used to make milk from nuts (almonds, cashews, brazil, hazelnuts) and more. You can also filter liquids or food through it, which you can use for baking or once dehydrated, have it as flour. It is ideal for making raw cheese, plus you can germinate your seeds and grains in it, too! This bag makes your SPROUTING easy when you are travelling too!


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About RPEMS
This site is a created by 8th-grade students, to inform the community of events taking place in and around Raymore-Peculiar East Middle school.
Raymore-Peculiar East Middle School
About our School
Originally established in 1973 as Raymore-Peculiar Middle School, Raymore-Peculiar East Middle School opened in the fall of 2010 and is the only middle school serving grades 7-8 in the Raymore-Peculiar School District. The school serves about 1,000 students who live in suburban and rural neighborhoods.RPEMS Calendar
To see schedules, scores and standings for RPEMS sports, go here:
2016-2017 School Supply list
2016-2017 Student/Parent Handbook
David Mitchell
[email protected]
Mr. Mitchell's website:
Counseling Center website and resources:
Library website: http://rpemsbooks.weebly.com/
17509 E. State Rt. 58
Raymore, MO 64083
Ph: (816) 388-4000
Fx: (816) 388-4001
School Hours
Monday – Friday
7:25 a.m. – 2:40 p.m.
Mission Statement
Partners in Learning
Vision Statement
Raymore-Peculiar East Middle School will provide an engaging environment that supports learning. We foster a climate that embraces the uniqueness of middle-level learners in a diverse culture while promoting promoting an interdependent community that is environmentally responsible.
Curriculum design
Innovation, Environmental, Sustainability, Energy, and Renewability were selected by the school's curriculum writing team as the five big ideas that will serve as the framework of our curriculum design. The curriculum writing team's purpose of encouraging environmentally literate and responsible students is achieved in a variety of teaching avenues all while emphasizing the unique, energy-conscious features of RPEMS.
We're a "green" building
Raymore-Peculiar East Middle School was recognized in the fall of 2012 as a LEED "Gold" certified building. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green building rating system verifies that a building project is environmentally responsible and a healthy place to live and work. It is a nationally accepted, third-party certification program.


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Registration Information
Please use the link below to complete all registration forms.
If you are unable to load the required documents, please call Bozman at (936) 708-1810 to schedule an appointment with the registrar to complete your registration.
Registration Requirements
Any new student coming from outside Conroe ISD will need to complete the online registration, please follow link above, and make an appointment to bring in the following items to complete enrollment.
Registration is not complete until you have met with the registrar.
- Birth Certificate
- Social Security Card
- Immunization Records
- Copy of the guardians identification card
- Proof of Residency (Utility Bill, Lease, etc.)


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Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings - House of Blues, Boston MA
*(photo by AD whom I was standing next to)
Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings
House of Blues, Boston MA
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Support: The Heavy
I've waited for this..and waited and waited it seemed, but Thursday night I was able to check off Sharon Jones and The Dap Kings off my concert bucket list. Ever since I read a review of her album "100 Days, 100 Nights" I had been curious. I knew NOTHING about the singer or band, and honestly I *thought* I was a casual fan at best of the genre of music, but the review was so good I took the chance, and just fell in love. The band had played local twice before since I knew about them, the first was the week I got the cd and it was a sold out show already, then the next was Halloween night (having 2 kids of the trick or treat age) kept me from attending that. Finally, there was my chance and I scoffed up tickets the day of on sale when Sharon would be town to promote her latest album "I Learned the Hard Way".
The Dap Kings took the stage about 20 after 9 and the sold out crowd was just ready to burst. Lead by guitar player Binky Griptite the band ran through a few instrumental tunes and set the tone for the evening. Griptite spoke often, and kept teasing us with the arrival of Ms. Sharon Jones..and finally..she arrived. The place went bonkers. Bosco Mann on bass, was the band leader when there were no speaking parts. He'd come out in from of Homer Steinweiss' drum kit and point to the guitars or horns like James Brown. Jones, all 4 foot something unleashed her soul to us and didn't let it down for close to 90 minutes.
Jones touched on the latest album with rousing renditions of "The Game Gets Old", "I Learned the Hard Way", "She Ain't a Child No More" and a very fun version of "Mama Don't Like My Man".
In reading, Jones is 54 years old. The former prison guard commands the stage as you'd expect. Pointing, calling the shots and just being so amazing. She gave us dance lessons, told us she couldn't pronounce Massachusetts well all the while she hardly seemed to break a sweat. I saw her have ONE sip of a drink and never watched her wipe her brow.
The horn section was very tight and high in the mix, and the "Dapettes", two female backing singers swayed all evening. Drums and percussion were tight and you kept thinking "wow, what a strong supporting cast!"
Sharon is quick to offer the spotlight to others. She ran the band through introductions and had them each run a quick solo. The backup singers probably got the loudest ovation of the night with some soulful crooning. Keeping with the spirit of openness Jones invited close to 20 females on stage to dance, and had 2 men up on stage at various points where she sang to them. She kept constant eye contact with her subjects and really was open, not shying away from the males or females.
For the first song of the encore Jones stayed off stage and let the band run through a vocal free cover of The Temptations song (Reach Out)" I'll Be There". She did come back to the stage for a blistering version of "100 Days, 100 Nights" that left this reviewer just speechless. At one point, she moved within arms reach and crooned to the lucky fella right in front of me (see the image). It was awesome. She holds a note at the end of the song that just slays me and she checked with her band..asking.."is this the last song" setting us up for an over the top, all out vocal romp...and we got it....pay day! Just stunning.
The band kept the motor rolling and she told us she had to go..had to go...and then Binky thanked us all once more and told us to stop over at the merchandise table as they'd be over to say hi and sign things. With that, the show ended.
Grabbed a poster and waited my turn...got Sharon to sign it. She was gracious with EVERY person, talking, laughing, offering cheeks to kiss. She looked stunning, nothing like you'd expect her to be like after 90 mints of a serious musical beat down.
I won't miss her again, and you shouldn't either.
Links for you:
The band's main page is here.
myspace and
Wiki page. the bands label site is here.
Follow the band on twitter and become a fan on facebook.


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On sale today!!! All info on the shows page!
Jan 29 Asheville, NC Mothlight
Jan 30 Charlotte, NC Neighborhood Theatre
Feb 19 Pensacola, FL Vinyl
Feb 20 New Orleans, LA Siberia
Feb 21 Baton Rouge, LA Spanish Moon
March 5 - 7 Savannah, GA Savannah Stopover Fest
March 25 Tulsa, OK Soundpony
March 26 St. Louis, MO Off Broadway
March 27 Chicago, IL Lincoln Hall
March 28 Cleveland, OH Grog Shop
March 29 Ann Arbor, MI Blind Pig
March 30 Buffalo, NY Mohawk
April 1 Toronto, ON Horseshoe
April 2 Montreal, QC Casa Del Popolo
April 3 Boston, MA Great Scott
April 4 New York, NY Bowery Ballroom
April 6 Lancaster, PA Fulton Street Arts Co Op
April 7 Philadelphia, PA Black Box
April 8 Washington DC Black Cat
April 9 Richmond, VA Broadberry
April 10 Charlottesville, VA The Southern
April 11 Raleigh, NC Kings
April 21 Iowa City, IA Gabe's
April 22 Madison, WI High Noon
April 23 St. Paul, MN Turf Club
April 24 Dekalb, IL House Cafe
April 25 Bloomington, IN The Bishop


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Was binding a dozen or so journals today, for a craft market later this month; at some point the books went between boards for pressing, and waiting for the glue to dry I started on this little project. It was so much fun that the books are still in the book press, several hours later! I just decided to keep going with the canvas bag until it was done.
These handy canvas artist's bags were on special at work, so I bought one. They're a good size (you can fit an A3 sketchbook into one of these, as well as lots of art supplies) with three roomy pockets, and a whole row of narrow brush or pen pockets on one side of the bag. I want to use it as my art tote when I am traveling (I am going to make more of an effort to paint, or draw, while I am out and about, than I have before now. Yeah, right.) But the bag needed some colour, I thought…all that plain canvas just begged for some paint.
I used a black Posca brush-pen to doodle the designs, then painted in with acrylics. I fooled around with glitter fabric paints, too. When the paint was dry, I loaded some flow acrylics into a gutta applicator bottle, and put in fine details like faux stitches and stems and leaf veins. (Note: want to give this a try? Everything you need for this project is available at Jackson's Drawing Supplies)
I used the same applicator bottle to write the text on the reverse side of the bag…after trying to use a Posca marker and not getting the desired results (you can see the pink lines here and there).
This is just going to be something that I drag around with me, getting dirty, battered, and worn, so I was just playing around with the doodles, not planning ahead, and not trying to get anything perfect…I acknowledge that my writing could have been spaced better!
I couldn't resist giving the little painter dude an easel, a canvas, and an unimpressed nude model…and throwing in a bit of naughty humour, too.
Before you try something similar, please note that I broke all the rules about painting on fabric with this one: I didn't wash the bag first, and I didn't mix textile medium with my acrylics, or use fabric paints. No idea whether it will all come off when the bag is washed, someday. I will let it dry for 24 hours, and then iron the bag underneath a layer of baking parchment, for what it's worth, to try and heat set the paints. But it doesn't have to last, so I don't mind; it was just a bit of fun, and something to do while my books were in the press. 😉


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Huffington Post - Coolest gadget at CES 2012
"The EXOdesk by EXOPC is one of those new devices that even an impartial tech journalist can't help but be excited about" - Jason Gilbert
EXODesk By EXOPC: Coolest Gadget At CES 2012? (VIDEO)
The Best Of CES 2012: 9 New Products That Made Us Say Wow
PCMAG - Best gadget of CES 2012
"It's Minority Report meets Fisher-Price"
Best Products of CES 2012
"The EXOdesk should be a good fit for all those people who have embraced tablets and other touch-screen devices. It's a natural evolution to blow the concept up to giant size and park it with your desktop" - Amanda Kooser
EXOdesk spreads its 36-inch touch-screen wings
"EXOPC EXOdesk basically brings forth an unbelievable 40-inch touchscreen experience at the user's fingertips." - Dakshina Thakur
EXOPC EXOdesk finally makes a debut at CES 2012
"In our short time with the desk, we were actually pretty impressed with its responsiveness and intuitiveness" - Terrence O'Brien
EXOdesk hands-on (video)
ViewSonic EXOdesk announced, puts Surface on notice
Best of CES 2012: EXOdesk by EXOPC
The Verge
"It definitely does its job" - Sam Sheffer
ExoPC EXOdesk hands-on pictures and video
Hot Hardware Video: ViewSonic and EXOPC Demo 32Inch EXOdesk at CES 2012
ViewSonic official press release: ViewSonic Unveils Desktop of the Future With New 32" Touchscreen Work Surface at CES 2012


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E-Commerce China Dangdang (NYSE:DANG) will launch Weipinhui, a "flash sales channel," on May 7, featuring a limited selection of "deal-of-the-day" products.
Dangdang says that Weipinhui will tailor its offerings to its current customer base of people with higher educations and greater disposable incomes. Weipinhui will start out focusing on apparel, but may soon expand into books, home, and lifestyle products.The daily deal products will be updated at 10 a.m. and "customers will enjoy deep discounts if they finish payment within 20 minutes after placing order and on a first-come-first-serve basis."
DangDang's CEO and Executive Chairwoman Peggy Yu said in the company's press release, "The Flash Sales Channel is our latest initiative in further enhancing Dangdang's open platform to attract more merchants, especially well-known brands, to our marketplace."
Last month, Alibaba, China's leading e-commerce giant, expanded its daily deal site, Juhuasuan, to Hong Kong and Taiwan.


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A Denver musician died over the weekend. I met him a few times a really long time ago when I used to be in a band - he eventually ended up forming a band with the bass player of ... sorry, it's a useless tangle of name dropping when I'm not even using actual names. The point is, he died and I didn't know him really but I feel that weird sadness you feel when someone you were exposed to is gone. Also, though.
There's that facebook thing where people are checking into ND at the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe to show support for the pipeline bullshit that's happening there. (I should know what I'm talking about, I don't - I'm doing this weird thing this week where reading or hearing about politics makes me cry. Actual tears. I'm pretty sure Crockett thought I was dying when I started crying when someone SAID the word Trump on the radio last night, for real. So, something bad is happening in ND and people are protesting it.) Does it help? I don't know, man - like, I don't think any governing body is waiting to see if 1,000,000 people check in there? As if at that point they'd be all 'oh well we had no idea this cause was so popular, we should rethink our entirely financially motivated choice to do ... whatever we're doing'?
Returning to my point.
The last thing public thing Tyler, said musician, posted on his facebook page was that check in. He did it on Halloween and passed away the following day.
Two things: first, if you didn't know people were checking in there without actually going, that would be very strange, right? I don't know, it seems like a weird thing to do no matter what and this just throws it into relief. It looks like he went to North Dakota with no notice and then passed away.
Second thing: WHAT IF IT'S A CURSE.
Not, like, an Indian curse. I'm not an idiot. An internet curse - if recent horror has taught us anything, it's that ghosts are figuring out the internet faster than we might have preferred. Doing something on facebook that makes very little sense might just be pissing off some cranky ass pedantic ghost mofo, right?
Anyway, bye, Tyler. A lot of people I like really liked you, and I'm sorry the world doesn't have you around anymore.
(And if it was a curse, go ahead and leave a ghost comment. I'll know it's you and I'll get the word out, I promise.)


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The fate of a long-delayed road project in an area on the shortlist for the next Amazon.com headquarters has lawmakers and observers debating: What's the best way to bring development to Montgomery County?
Some say the $142 million Montrose Parkway East project is needed to ferry thousands to the White Flint area of North Bethesda, easing congestion and paving the way to future development. Others say the project is outdated and unnecessary, paling before other pressing needs, such as new schools to address overcrowding.
The issue is set to come before the Montgomery County Council transportation committee on Thursday, when three lawmakers will decide whether to recommend moving it forward or shelving it.
The four-lane divided roadway with a bike path and sidewalk would connect two major arteries: Rockville Pike and Veirs Mill Road. It is included in two of the county's master plans for the area and has been in the making for so long that it was part of the Outer Beltway proposed in the 1960s.
[Forget transit-oriented. Let's talk 'trail-oriented' development.]
Council member Roger Berliner (D-Potomac-Bethesda), who chairs the transportation committee, called Montrose Parkway East "sort of an old-school project" that never gained a following among the residents of White Flint — although civic leaders in that part of the county say sentiment is divided.
Berliner, council member Tom Hucker (D-Eastern County), who also sits on the transportation committee, and council President Hans Riemer (D-At Large) want the county to keep purchasing land for Montrose Parkway East but delay construction until 2024, freeing up $94.1 million that could be used for "higher priorities" such as schools, a pedestrian tunnel to the Forest Glen Metro station, planning and design for bus rapid transit, and a northern entrance to the White Flint Metro station — considered necessary to provide access for the developments north of the station,
"Obviously if we are successful in our efforts to land Amazon, that would change everything," said Berliner, who is running for county executive. "But until then, this seems to be a more appropriate way to allocate our scarce resources."
The state of Maryland has pledged $2 billion in transportation improvements if Amazon chooses White Flint for its second headquarters later this year — largesse that council member Marc Elrich (D-At Large) says should more than cover any road projects needed to lure the retail giant. (Amazon founder Jeffrey P. Bezos also owns The Washington Post.)
"Amazon made clear they're not just looking for a road solution, they're looking to make sure there is space in schools," said Elrich, who is also running for county executive and wants the county to abandon Montrose Parkway East.
"If you're serious about the bid, we demonstrate we're serious about funding school capacity," said Elrich, noting that the school district has requested nearly $90 million more in the capital budget to handle additional students it expects over the next six years.
[Washington to Amazon: How urban do you want to be?]
But council member Nancy Floreen (D-At Large), the third member of the transportation committee, dismissed such opposition as "typical of my colleagues."
"They seem to think Montgomery County residents only take the bus, and we don't need road improvements," Floreen said. "Every once in a while, we need to build a road."
Ilaya Hopkins, vice president of government relations and communications for the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, called the road project a "vital east-west connection" that will literally pave the way for projects planned closer to Metro stations.
Officials have struggled for years with how to best improve east-west travel options in Montgomery, Maryland's most-populous jurisdiction, which originally was planned around north-south corridors that carry commuters into the District.
Delaying construction until 2024 would increase the cost of building Montrose Parkway East by 3 to 4 percent each year, according to a report prepared by the county. The project includes a bridge over the CSX railroad tracks at Randolph Road, which the report says is "ranked as the most unsafe grade crossing in Maryland," and would absorb some of the traffic expected to be generated by projects already in the pipeline.
"It may not be needed today, but certainly in 2024 . . . I think we will have a problem if we don't have the road in place," county transportation director Al Roshdieh said.
Jennifer Russel, chair of the Suburban Maryland Transportation Alliance and a board member of the Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce, said delaying Montrose Parkway East could dissuade Amazon and other potential employers the state is trying to attract.
"I think this is a bad time to send that kind of message," Russel said.
[Discovery's departure: 'Shot across the bow' for Montgomery County and Md.]
Friends of White Flint, a nonprofit made up of residents, businesses and others in the North Bethesda area, usually is united on issues like which projects to pursue, Executive Director Amy Ginsburg said.
But consensus hasn't come so easily in this case, she said, in part because of concerns that the project would physically divide the Pike District from White Flint, which is slightly south and east. Some in the area also have lingering distaste from Montrose Parkway West, which was built after years of community opposition.
"We're torn," Ginsburg said. "I think if we had to say something, we're on the positive side of Montrose Parkway — but no one loves the road."
The organization issued a statement last week calling Montrose Parkway East an "important" project for the area — but also suggesting other projects, such as the northern entrance to the White Flint Metro station, that could be built using the money the county has designated.
"I'm glad people are talking about it and discussing it instead of just letting it go," Ginsburg said. "I think it's good that people are examining it and saying, 'Is this still the right fit for the Pike district?' "


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Estimated 40% Savings
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Estimated Savings: $22,000
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Estimated 40% Savings
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Estimated 25% Savings
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Estimated Savings: $10,000
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"Prior to opening my clinic I worked as a relief veterinarian at various clinics. I got to experience all the machines commonly used such as Idexx, Abaxis and even some human products. None of them compared to the accuracy, dependability and ease of use of the Heska machines! There wasn't any question for us. We will only use Heska products at EVH! "
Estimated 40% Savings
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Estimated 40% Savings
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Estimated 40% Savings
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Estimated Savings: $13,000
"There are many options available for veterinary hematology and digital radiography. However, for us the decision was simple. With Heska's customer service, hands-on-demonstrations and helpful sales representatives, we were able to make a calm and rational decision without being pressured to make a purchase. We find the equipment to be very user friendly and reliable. We are pleased to provide the high standard of Heska and Cuattro technology in our multi-species practice."
Estimated 40% Savings
"Best thing that has happened to our practice in a long time. We traded our Idexx in-house lab equipment for Heska and we love it. Heska analyzers deliver fast and accurate results at fair prices. The 45% savings is important to our business, our clients and staff. We're glad we made the switch to Heska."
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Estimated Savings: $19,000
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"Our new Heska chemistry analyzers and the Reset Program are saving us 35% on supplies compared to other companies we looked at. I didn't have to buy any equipment to get started, which was a great help to me. Savings of more than $23,000 in over the next 5 years is a great benefit. The accuracy and speed are great. Thanks to Heska's fair and protected "Reset" pricing, I can do more to immediately invest in our facility for top notch patient care."
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"We recently traded in our Catalyst and Procyte to go with the Heska Reset program. The customer service we have experienced with Heska has been much better than our old provider and the equipment is extremely reliable! Thank you, Heska!"
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"Customer Service has been excellent. The in-house cortisol testing has been very helpful."
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"Our decision to convert from Idexx to Heska was not a snap decision. In the end we chose Heska for 1) more accurate lab results, 2) cost savings, 3) customer support, and 4) ease of operation. Having already purchased my Cuattro DR and Esaote Ultrasound from Heska, I have become comfortable with [their] corporate ethics and service. I cannot say the same for Idexx."
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"Change is always a challenge in the veterinary practice, but Heska made it easy. With Heska analyzers we can achieve quick, accurate results for pets and better pricing for our clients. Heska's customer service is also exceptional and exceedingly better than our old"
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Estimated 40% Savings
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Estimated 40% Savings
" I like Heska, easy to use, convenient and fast. We get most everything we need in-house including TSH ability. We also got 1 free year of all chemistry consumables with the purchase of Cuattro Digital Radiography. I actually get referrals from other doctors for x-rays due to the high quality of the image."
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Estimated 40% Savings
"Our decision to make the switch to HESKA in-house diagnostics was an easy one. Because of our 35% Heska savings, we are able to offer better treatment to our clients, more pay to our staff, and keep more of our hard earned dollars. Oh yeah, and we love that the Heska analyzers are faster, accurate and reliable. Easy choice. Go Heska!"
Estimated Savings: $25,000
"We have been using Heska lab equipment since we opened our practice 15 years ago. It always provides accurate results and we have experienced very few problems. When we need help, Heska's technical service department is always able to resolve our issues promptly. I highly recommend Heska lab products."
Estimated Savings: $5,000
"We've recently upgraded our analyzers and converted to the new Reset Rental program that Heska offers. We are looking forward to the additional testing the new analyzers will provide, as well as the lower cost per test the rental program affords. We have been a longtime Heska customer and look to continue that partnership."
Estimated Savings: $28,000
"Heska has been a great partner for our company. As the owners of 2 busy emergency clinics, the new Reset program made the most sense for us. It completely eliminated extended warranty costs on all our laboratory machines, and we had no capital equipment costs. We receive the lowest consumable costs which adds to our bottom line. In addition, the machines are quick and easy to use, which our doctors and techs love. The Reset program is one of the best decisions we have made."
Estimated 40% Savings
"For our practice, it's not just about cost savings. Our technicians have really been happy with how easy it is to use the Heska analyzers. Delivering accurate results with minimal fuss allows our entire team to provide the best possible care for our patients."
Estimated Savings: $38,000
"Since switching to Heska diagnostics, our hospital has saved thousands of dollars. We have also expanded running in-house lab work that not only makes us and our clients happy, but our patients are getting instant quality results."
Estimated 40% Savings
"Heska delivers fast and accurate results at fair prices, and the analyzers are very easy to use. We are glad we switched to Heska and my entire team is thanking me."
Estimated 40% Savings
"The collaboration with Heska has easily allowed us to offer the high quality in-house diagnostics our pets and clients deserve - a package every veterinary team will benefit from."
Estimated 40% Savings
"With Heska's help, we are able to save just under $40K over the next 5 years. With Heska's unbelievable pricing and RESET program we were able to dramatically reduce the cost of in-house bloodwork at little to no out-of-pocket expense. This has allowed us to drop pricing, reach most customers, increase our sales, and practice better medicine. Leaving IDEXX was the best decision we could have made for our clinic and our customers."
Estimated 40% Savings
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"When it became necessary to purchase new in-house laboratory equipment two years ago, my technicians undertook the task of evaluating several manufacturers prior to purchase and the decision was made to purchase Heska's DRI-CHEM 7000 and HemaTrue. Since we purchased, we have been extremely pleased with our decision based on; reliability, maintenance, customer service and training. WE have come to value the relationships we have with [Heska's] personnel who are always responsive to our questions and our needs."
Aubrey J Lavizzo, DVM
The Center for Animal Wellness
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Capitol Illini Veterinary Services
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Nina Krajewski, DVM
Dr. Nina's Animal Hospital
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Lindsay Boozer-Holland, DVM, Diplomate, ACVIM
Cobb Veterinary Internal Medicine
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Terri Rosado, DVM
Flagler Integrative Veterinary Center
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Sue Smith
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Ocean waves at Virginia Beach's North End were lighting up Sunday night as if they were Christmas tree lights set on random rotation.
A wave here, a wave there, glowed with bioluminescence, rolled in briefly and then went dark as other waves illuminated up and down the beach.
Folks, having heard about the ocean's turning on the lights, walked over to the beach in the dark, from the North End to Sandbridge, to see for themselves.
Among them were Karen Burns, an education specialist in bay and ocean literacy, and museum educator Taryn Paul, both from the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center.
Paul took this photo of a wave that looks almost as if it is on fire at Sandbridge.
Burns said she managed to turn on the lights herself by moving her hand through the wet sand just above the tide line.
"Two nights ago, I could see the ghost crab 'foot prints' as they skittered away when we walked near their burrows," Burns said. "That was so cool!"
Like lightning bugs, some ocean creatures, from small plankton to jelly fish to even some fish and sharks, also can produce light.
The critters putting on the big show now are probably dinoflagellates, a form of plankton, Burns said, and no telling how long they will be around.
"This phenomenon can be caused by a number of factors, including temperature, current patterns and nutrients in the water," she explained, "and usually happens in the late summer and early fall when the water temperatures are up and the seas are relatively calm."
Animals, endowed with this ability, can use their lights to deter predators, attract a mate or to lure in prey.
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Woman in Union Square. San Francisco, California. 2015
I still love this picture from earlier 2015 in Union Square. It's simple, and it's almost too easy, but I love the textures. Her hair, her sweater, the butterflies in the window, the man framed in the window of the building across the street. It's not such an absurd picture, just a nice one.
Watching this documentary about William Klien earlier in the week, Klien thought it was interesting that Americans so readily play along with advertisements. That we like them and accepted them as part of popular culture. In San Francisco some of the best public art is from businesses. This window is gorgeous, facing out into the world, and sure they want to sell me something… but from this photo I have no idea what that is. So it's not so bad.


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Great lighting transforms the Marylebone Hotel
When Michaelis Boyd were commissioned in to redesign The Marylebone Rooms at the stylish Marylebone Hotel, it was apparent from the start that lighting would play a key role in...
The first BIID Private View CPD took place this week at an award-winning private residence in Kensington in association with John Cullen and CEDIA. The exclusive member-only event toured this unique, innovative and award winning project. The evening event included a guided tour of the property in addition to talks from our Design Director, who designed the lighting scheme, Krystian Zajac, from It's Done Technology who carried out the home technology integration, and Arek Palka, from A P Arcon Construction who headed up the design and build team for the project.
Currently on the market, the property is one of the few triple basement homes in London but features innovative use of natural and artificial light throughout. It includes a home cinema which doubles as a secure, panic room in addition to a ballroom which turns into an adjustable depth swimming pool at the touch of a button.
The cinema room doubles up as a panic room in the basement. Retro fit LED lamps were used within Metal Squares and Metal Cubes chosen as low heat alternatives to not harm sumptuous wall fabric.
The key to the project was the discreet lighting in the sculptural staircase which reinforces the important architectural task of pulling all the floors together. 1w LED Rivas were used to wash light over each second tread and 1w LED Luccas were used to uplight curved under stair features and downlight cleverly positioned niches. Lightstream was discreetly inserted into curved grooves to emphasise the form of the staircase.
In the bedrooms a combination of Cama Bedside Reading lights were used along with Polestar downlights positioned to wash light across the front of cupboards and light artwork.
The master bathroom, also doubles as a panic room and features a layered lighting scheme to provide versatile lighting to suit different times of the day.
Careful circuiting of the lighting throughout coupled with the use of the lighting control system was designed to make a very large house easy to use, as well as being a joy to live in.


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An illustrated guide step by step: Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
How many steps does this arduous and awe-inspiring journey demand? G Adventures' very own Sean Russo laces up his boots to find out!
The Inca Trail is the most famous hike in South America – perhaps the world – and a must-do, life-changing experience for thousands every year. From 82km outside Cusco and into the Andes, passing ruins along the way, G Adventures' very own Sean Russo counted how many steps (all 70,866 of them) the arduous and awe inspiring journey demanded before he finally arrived at Machu Picchu. Lace 'em up and get counting!
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Property Genie is New Zealand's first Business directory to offer unique and exclusive services that enable businesses to write articles about their service or niche product that would be featured on the property genie website and many other online platforms.
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A Kidnapping at the Cox House, 1851« Back to Articles
Chris Densmore, Curator, Friends Historical Library, Swarthmore College
A news item from the Pennsylvania Freeman of March 13, 1851 reported: "A friend from Kennett informs us of a bold attempt to kidnap a free colored man in the employ of John Cox… Early in the morning four men in a carriage drove by, and seeing a young colored man on a haystack near the road, feeding cattle, they called to him to enquire whether his employer had hay for sale, and its price, etc., and then requested him to come down to call his employer, but no sooner had the young man descended, than the men attempted to seize him. He defended himself with the pitchfork, and dealt his blows so rapidly and dangerously that they left him, and before any alarm could be given and pursuit made, they were far on their way to Wilmington. Who the robbers were that attempted thus boldly to kidnap a free man from the heart of an anti-slavery neighborhood was not ascertained."
In the long war between slavery and freedom, Chester County was the front lines.
While the Kennett area has a wealth of documented Underground Railroad, there is much that we don't know. Through local researchers, like the late Mary Dugan, we have frequently uncovered new stories. We know about John and Hannah Cox and their anti-slavery activities, but we know far less about the "freedom seekers" who sheltered under their roof. How many people did they aid? Fifty, a hundred, a thousand? In the story just related, we don't know the name of the young man with the pitchfork, the exact date of the incident or the names and intentions of the kidnappers. Was he a freeman as the story states, or was he a fugitive? Those escaping enslavement were justifiably wary of trusting anyone with their names or location of the place they were enslaved. Freedom- seekers traveling on the Underground Railroad usually kept their names and details of their escapes secret, even from those who assisted them. Was the "colored man" working for John Cox indeed free? He would hardly admit to being an escaped slave. Maybe the person was free as the article states, or perhaps he was keeping his origins to himself and letting people believe he was free.
In the 1850 manuscript census, two African Americans are living with the Cox family, Thomas Price, aged 19, from Delaware, and Jack Morse, aged 20, from Maryland. Both men gave their occupation as laborer, and it was likely they worked for the Cox family. Perhaps Thomas Price or Jack Morse was the man with the pitchfork. We know that Hannah Cox kept a diary of her daily life but to this day no one has found it or come forward with it. If found questions like those above will possibly be answered; if anything the diary will enrich our knowledge of daily life during this period of our local history.
The John and Hannah Cox house (shown above in an early 20th C. photo) still stands on the north side of Baltimore Pike (Route 1), just east of the Longwood Fire Department. The building is under the care of Longwood Gardens. As you drive by, remember the brave young man defending his freedom with a pitchfork, and thank Longwood for their continued preservation of the Cox House.


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In 2016 we partnered with the National Museum of Scotland to host some new and exciting shows all within the beautiful Museum building. The programme sees 18 productions covering adult and children's theatre, comedy and music. There will be some household names, as well as emergent national and international artists. Inside the venue there will be a dedicated box office and information counter as well as a small bar. Outside the Lothian Street entrance, enjoy a drink in the sun at the Gilded Saloon Bar.
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Feng Silu, another volunteer, says they have gone through rigid training to achieve perfection. During the training sessions, they have to stand in five to six-inch heels with their jaws tucked in while balancing a 16-page book on their head and keeping a sheet of paper between their knees, for at least an hour at a time. If either object fell or slipped from place, they would have to start the exercise all over again.
"We only take a few minutes' rest every a couple of hours. You know, we need to adjust our pace and stride constantly to achieve perfection. When it was break time, even bending my legs hurt. And as we have our stockings on during training, we may wear out two or three pairs each day."
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Wearing a red dress and pigtails, Lin Miaoke charmed a worldwide audience with a rendition of "Ode to the Motherland".
But the singer was Yang Peiyi, who was not allowed to appear because she is not as "flawless" as nine-year-old Lin.
The show's musical director said Lin was used because it was in the best interests of the country.
From the Beeb, with pictures of the two children.
Marina Hyde, for the most part, wrote the Olympics post I didn't want to:
Amazingly, it's not even the IOC's most unedifying moment of the past fortnight. That honour belongs to their decision to suspend the entire Iraqi Olympic team on the basis that the country's National Olympic Committee had not been properly recognised by the IOC. Clearly, Iraq's real crime was not having the right paperwork, though before rescinding the ban on some (but not all) of the athletes, the IOC chuntered that it was because of suspicions of "political interference in the Olympic movement".
Last week I asked them to clarify why they had never suspected political interference when one Uday Hussein was chairman of the NOC. Unfortunately, they were far too grand to comment, but having since read senior IOC member Dick Pound's book, I discover that they couldn't be sure that Uday was a political placeman. Thank God they didn't put two and two together and make five.
Instead, they focus on issuing directives forbidding athletes from making any political statements. Surely it's time the IOC re-examined their definition of what it means to be political. It seems entirely acceptable for states to politicise the games by using them as propaganda, and for corporations to do the same (22 years of McDonald's sponsorship feels faintly agenda-driven). Only the athletes are warned not to step out of line.
Priorities being what they are, the IOC did not bother to issue similar directives instructing China not to bulldoze homes to make way for the new Beijing. And yet they must have known this would happen, as so many games have been preceded by what we might euphemistically describe as a tidying away of humans who don't match the decor. Consider Mexico City, where police opened fire and killed hundreds of student protesters; or Atlanta, where the organising committee actually built the jail to which many people who committed new offences on the city statute book - like lying down in the street - were dispatched.


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Pacific Drilling S.A. (NYSE: PACD) announced today that it has signed a
$1 billion senior secured credit facility agreement to finance
construction of the Pacific Sharav and Pacific Meltem. The
term loan made pursuant to the credit facility will have a maturity of 5
years from the delivery date of the Pacific Meltem. A portion of
the funding will be provided before delivery of the vessels, with all
drawdowns from the facility subject to satisfaction of customary
conditions precedent. The transaction was led and structured by Citibank
and DNB, and supported by the Norwegian export credit agencies
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AS. Also acting as Mandated Lead Arrangers were ABN AMRO, ING, SEB and
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"We are pleased to announce the signing of this credit facility and
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goal of securing long-term financing for our 6th and 7th
drillships," stated Pacific Drilling CEO Chris Beckett. "Our strong
relationships with leading commercial banks and export credit agencies
should allow us to balance our financing sources and costs as we
continue to grow our asset base."
Legal counsel for the company was Vinson & Elkins LLP, and legal counsel
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With its best-in-class drillships and highly experienced team, Pacific
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