text:
Visit Our Sites
With feed costs declining and milk prices strengthening, California dairy farmers say their short-term economic outlook appears to be improving, but their frustration with the state's current milk pricing system and Congress' inability to pass a new farm bill projects a more sobering forecast.
Thanks to a bumper U.S. corn crop this year, dairy farmers have seen corn prices drop from a high of $330 a ton last year to the recent $215. This downward trend may help lower the cost of other feeds, said Tulare County dairy farmer Tom Barcellos, although he noted that prices of cottonseed, soybean meal and dry distillers grains have remained strong. Alfalfa hay prices are also still high but have begun to soften, he said.
But falling corn prices coupled with higher milk prices have definitely provided financial relief to producers, he said, even as some dairies are still struggling to stay in business. The current market situation has also allowed dairy farmers an opportunity to use risk management tools, such as locking in their feed cost, he said.
"On an input-and-return basis, there's room to pay the bills, to have some money left over to catch up or try to weather the next dip in (milk) prices," Barcellos said. "I'm confident that the outlook is positive. But outlook also changes."
Corn, including corn grain, silage and gluten, represents 28 percent of a dairy's total feed costs, according to the latest data from the California Department of Food and Agriculture. Alfalfa hay is about 17 percent, while cottonseed is 6.2 percent and soybean meal is 0.7 percent.
Barcellos said the concern with hay prices lowering too much is that it also increases export demand for hay.
"China is buying as much as they can," said Michael Marsh, CEO of Western United Dairymen, "and so they've been in the marketplace helping to drive up prices for U.S. livestock operators with regard to hay."
In addition, lack of rain has shortened this year's California hay crop, keeping prices high, Marsh said. And with more farmland converting to trees and vines, there is also less alfalfa acreage planted to meet the growing demand for hay, Barcellos said.
Despite positive signs in the marketplace that have helped improve profit margins on the farm, dairy farmers said they remain discontented with how their milk price is determined under the state's current milk pricing system, and are now moving forward with a plan to petition the U.S. Department of Agriculture to replace the state milk marketing order with a federal order.
Marsh said the state's three dairy cooperatives, which represent 80 percent of California milk production, are now drafting language on such a proposed federal order. But they are waiting for passage of a new federal farm bill because the current House version contains language that would allow California producers to petition USDA and, more importantly, allow them to keep their quota system, which is valued at $1 billion.
Producers attempted through several hearings before CDFA this year to change how dry whey is valued in the state's milk pricing formula, which they contend underpays them for Class 4b milk compared to what farmers in other states earn under the federal milk marketing order. Each time, the state implemented price increases that fell short of what producers requested.
Dairy farmers also turned to the state Legislature, sponsoring a couple of bills meant to address issues with Class 4b milk, which is used to manufacture cheese. The first one, AB 31, got stalled in the Assembly. The other, AB 1038, would formalize a dairy task force previously established by CDFA to propose changes to the state milk pooling and pricing system. That bill was approved by the Senate in September and moved to the inactive file in the Assembly.
In part because those bills haven't progressed, Marsh said, he's "seeing a lot of interest being paid in the producer community to this idea of a federal milk marketing order." But he said his organization has not given up on trying to fix the milk pricing issue through state legislation, noting that the process to join the federal order could take two to three years.
Barcellos, who is on the CDFA dairy task force, said he is also not ready to throw in the towel with regard to the task force, even though "there's not a lot of faith (among producers) in what might come out of there."
The task force is scheduled to have its next meeting in January to discuss options.
CDFA Secretary Karen Ross previously said a group of technical experts has been working on potential alternative pricing scenarios and that the department has contracted University of California, Davis, economist Daniel Sumner to analyze those scenarios. She also indicated that CDFA staff would develop comprehensive pricing proposals by Dec. 15. CDFA spokesman Steve Lyle said those proposals are currently "under internal review" and that the department has yet to determine whether to share the information with the task force or make it public.
While passage of a new farm bill is important to dairy farmers as it relates to their efforts to join the federal order, Marsh said most of the programs in the nation's farm policy also affect producers. He said farmers need surety on safety-net programs but also, for example, on conservation programs that offer cost-share incentives for air- and water-quality improvements.
But the House and the Senate still need to hammer out differences on the dairy portion of the farm bill. Key among them is a supply management program in the Senate version but not included in the House version.
Marsh and Barcellos agreed that the so-called "dairy cliff," in which U.S. farm policy would revert to a permanent law established in 1949 if a new farm bill is not passed, is not a likely scenario. That law would require the U.S. government to buy dairy products at about twice the current market rate.
"In order for that to occur, USDA would have to spend several months in rulemaking just to devise the specifications that would be necessary to buy all that product and store it for an extended period of time. And so it's just not going to happen," Marsh said.
(Ching Lee is an assistant editor of Ag Alert. She may be contacted at firstname.lastname@example.com.)
Permission for use is granted, however, credit must be made to the California Farm Bureau Federation when reprinting this item.


text:
No account? Register free
Forgot password?
Back to login
funnysecret (21)
Name: funnysecret
Age: 21
City: Kiev
I speak: EN
Build: normaal
Hair color: zwart
Eye color: bruin
Appearance: blank
I like to eat Hot chocolate and to drink Margaritta. My hobbies: Lazy day, haha. My favorite music is pop. I am bisexueel and I think smart and smile)) are hot. Do you want to know more about me?
My favorite position is tell me)) and my favorite spots are spot on my skirt. What I like about men Brain. Piercings: nee. Relationship: nee. Do you have a sex question for me?
I am blank. My character: I think im good girl. My zodiac is boogschutter. What I like about me: Lokk in my eyes and you will know. My lifes purpose is: be happy always. My motto is: never get up without getting pleasure, hahah. Do you chat a lot? ja. Do you smoke? nee. My turn-off is Lips on my back. Do you want to tell me something?
Pay by phone or add credits to your account.
Call :phonenr € 1,40 p.m.
Enter the code and click "Send"
Upgrade your credits with a package. (Credits usable for webcam chat)
Create a free account on islive.be and chat with women in your area.
Benefits for islive.be accounts.
Free account in 30 seconds
Direct contact with amateurs
Send messages to amateurs
Cam cheaper
Safe payment via your own bank
Jouw account mist nog een gebruikersnaam. Vul deze hier in.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Monroe Realty - The Orange County, NY Real Estate Experts
Welcome to the Monroe Realty Centre. We're Orange County, NY real estate specialists and as a full-service brokerage we can help you with all your home buying and selling needs. On this site you can search listings for new and resale homes, rentals, land, farms, investments properties, condos and townhomes, so please feel free browse. And, in addition to listings, you'll find all the local information and useful tools you need to help you find your perfect Orange County, NY home.
Homes For Sale In Orange County, NY
Orange County is located on the northern outskirts of the New York Metropolitan area, along the lower end of the beautiful, Hudson River Valley. Whether you are looking for a single-family home, a low-maintenance condo or a country retreat, we have something for you. And of course, most homes for sale in Orange County, NY are within 90 minutes of Manhattan.
Please give us a call if you're interested in buying or selling a home in Orange County, NY or even if you're just want to find out more about the local market. You can email Monroe Realty Center or call (845)781-8100. Our local knowledge and personalized service means you know you'll be in good hands.
The Monroe Realty Promise
At Monroe Realty, we promise to deliver the highest caliber of professional conduct in strict accordance with the Code of Ethics of the National Association of Realtors®. We are an independent, family-run business, with over forty-years of experience marketing homes for sale in Orange County, NY. Because we are not governed by the strict guidelines of a corporation, we have to ability to customize our service to meet your exact needs. We are creative, savvy and pride ourselves on the fact that we can provide you with a level of assistance that other companies cannot.
Register with us to take full advantage of the services our site can offer; our free online tools will ensure you find your dream home faster. You can customize searches, save your favorite properties, and sign up for email notifications when new homes matching your criteria come on the market.
Browse Orange County, NY Communities
If you're interested Orange County, NY real estate, please do contact us for more information. We're happy to share local knowledge, and to help you buy or sell your home.
The data relating to real estate for sale or lease on this web site comes in part from HGMLS. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Monroe Realty Center. Inc are marked with the HGMLS logo or an abbreviated logo and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing broker.
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Information Copyright 2020, OneKey™ MLS. All Rights Reserved.
Listing information last updated on September 26th, 2020 at 2:16am EDT.


text:
Country Eggs Benedict Muffins
Try our country style benny on a Thomas' original.
2 Thomas'® Original English Muffins, split and toasted
8 oz bulk breakfast sausage meat
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups milk
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 large eggs
Cook sausage in a medium skillet over moderate heat, stirring and breaking up pork with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle sausage with flour and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Add milk in a slow stream and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 3 minutes. Keep sausage gravy warm, covered over very low heat. Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over moderate heat, until hot and break eggs into skillet, keeping them in one layer. Cook eggs over moderately low heat, until white on underside is set, about 2 minutes. Flip eggs and continue to cook until whites are set but yolk is still runny, about 30 seconds more. Place muffins cut side up on serving plates and top each with one egg, 1/4 of gravy and serve immediately. Sausage gravy yields about 1 1/3 cups.


text:
I have a rear wheel drive lowered car (BMW 325 E36). A few months ago, the driver side rear tyre burst (I hadn't noticed the wear on the inside). Now I can see the inner of the rear tyres is definitely wearing more quickly than the outer.
I assume there is a negative camber on the rear tyres. Given that the car is lowered, is it still possible to fix this?


text:
From the start, this buildup was designed to recreate those glory years of the mid '60s to early '70s, when big-block Corvettes reigned supreme. Merely checking off the L71 or L89 engine on the option list back in 1969 (the year our C3 was built) would have given our screaming yellow roadster the much coveted "King of the Road" status. (Yes, the L88 option had more horsepower, but it seemed the only place you could find one was in a magazine or at a racetrack.)
Those Vettes were aerodynamic and nimble, too. And with four-wheel disc brakes and a state-of-the-art independent rear suspension, they could trounce anything on the street in acceleration, handling, or stopping. The idea for this project was to not just preserve our '69's built-in performance attributes, but to elevate them to another level entirely.
This final feature in the series is where the rubber meets the road, and we have to admit to a certain sense of trepidation. Did we set the bar a little too high? Here's a quick recap of our wish list:
Throw in some steering, suspension, and braking upgrades for good measure, along with a goal of achieving better gas mileage than the small-block we took out. Maybe we should have titled the project "Mission Impossible"!
Dyno Testing
As everyone knows, the dynamometer doesn't lie. So the acid test for this build would come on the engine dyno at Lamar Walden's shop, with Rob Walden at the throttle.
Rob began by firing up our 454ci engine, which, much to our surprise, idled perfectly at around 800 rpm. If that doesn't convince you of the superiority of electronic fuel injection, we don't know what will. It sounded awesome to boot.
Once the engine was up to temperature, Rob made an initial pull to 5,000 rpm, well below the big-block's redline. The dyno read 520 hp and 570 lb-ft of torque—not a bad start.
He then let everything cool down before making a second pull. This one went to 6,000 rpm, yielding dyno readings of 600 hp and 520 lb-ft.
"If you want more, we can easily spin it 6,500 rpm," he offered. "It'll probably do 620-630 hp." It was getting late, though, and with our 600-horse target already achieved, we decided to call it a night. Besides, if Rob says it'll do 620, who are we to doubt him?
He also pointed to the second dyno chart, which showed 540 hp at 5,000 rpm, as compared with 520 hp at 5,000 rpm on the first pull. "It'll make more power…as the engine breaks in and the FAST computer self-tunes,'' he explained.
For a full breakdown of our big-block's output at various rpm points, check out the accompanying dyno chart. It'll make it crystal clear why Rob called this motor a "two-stump puller."
Final Touches
Just prior to our on-road evaluation, it became obvious that a minor adjustment was necessary. The rear of the car was sitting too high, and there was no way to get the ride height correct with the existing hardware. A call to the guys at Van Steel revealed that we needed a "low-arch" 330-pound unit to drop the rear to an acceptable level, control the car's "squat" under acceleration, and keep the Denny's "nitrous-ready" halfshafts in proper geometrical alignment. The 330-pound piece would also provide better ride quality for our street application.
With the correct rear spring installed, the ride height adjusted, and a four-wheel alignment done, it was time for the car's maiden voyage.
On the Road
Once our '69 was moving under its own power, it was immediately clear that we had met (or exceeded) all of our goals with the EFI 454/4L60E drivetrain combination. This modern setup really embarrasses the car's old 406 small-block and 700R4 trans in every area. Add in the steering, braking, and suspension upgrades, and the term "home run" comes to mind.
It's also important to point out that this was not a "custom" build. All of the we used parts are readily available from the suppliers listed in our Source Box, and there was no need for welding or custom fabrication along the way. Factor in that we doubled our horsepower and increased fuel mileage by 50 percent, and the results start to look more like a grand slam than just a home run.
So now when someone asks us (and they will ask us), "Does it have a big-block?" we'll respond, honestly, "Hell, yes!"
Be sure to visit www.vetteweb.com to see a video of our EFI big-block on the dyno.
Dyno Chart
Peak numbers in bold
Driver's Log
"Powerful, responsive, torquey…whichever adjective you prefer, the right pedal delivers the ability to smoke the tires and inhale large stretches of real estate with ease.
"This FAST fuel injection provides the kind of metering a carburetor can only dream about. Hot, cold…it makes no difference. Perfect starts, consistent and smooth idle, and seamless power that appears to be endless.
"No hiccups, sputtering, or 'loading up' like with the original 3x2 carb setup."
Steering response, ride quality, and handling:
"Steering response is immediate. Just think about changing lanes and you're there. Turn-in is precise, with good feedback through the wheel. The Borgeson steering box also delivers a quicker ratio lock-to-lock, so less input is required.
"These urethane bushings provide a more direct connection to the pavement. The car feels like it's really screwed together.
"The heavy-duty sway bars, gas shocks, and a set of modern Firestone radials produce one great handling package…much improved over the original setup.
"There's minimal body roll, if any, and the front tires stick nicely in the turns. Just don't feed in too much throttle: It'll break the rear tires loose if you're not judicious.
"The Gearstar 4L60E is one of the most startling improvements. The old 700R4 took all the fun out of this Vette. It shifted from First to Second in about 10 feet and was in Fourth gear by the time you hit 20 mph. The 4L60E gives us infinite adjustability on the shift points and firmness. And you can easily do it all with the handheld programmer.
"There's no hunting for the right gear. Drive easy, and the motor seems to always be hitting a sweet note. Want to 'giddyup'? A slight press of the accelerator will drop you down a gear for instant response.
"Nice drop in rpm on the highway. We hit 70 mph at just 2,300 on the tachometer."
Fuel mileage:
"Miraculous! A 600-plus-hp big-block that delivers 21 mpg on the highway and a 50 percent increase in fuel mileage over the old 406 small-block.
"Fuel economy in town? Who cares? Stoplight-to-stoplight driving gives us a chance to enjoy the rush and avoid the high-speed traffic tickets."


text:
Pets Best Insurance, a leading U.S. pet insurance agency, announces Dr.Tony Poutous of Virginia Beach, Va. based Pet Care Veterinary Hospital as its second-quarter winner in the 2012 My Vet's the Best contest.
Boise, Idaho– Dr. Tony Poutous has been selected as the most recent winner of the Pets Best Insurance My Vet's the Best Contest, after receiving an endearing nomination from client Karen Calabro and receiving more than 3,000 clicks in an online vote amongst himself and five other nominated veterinarians from around the country.
The other finalists were Dr. Holly Brophy of Zion, Illinois, Dr. Irvin Ingram of Phoenix, Arizona, Dr. Richard Chu of San Francisco, California, Dr. Kathy Joseph of Vandalia, Ohio and Dr. Luminita Sarbu of Renton, Washington.
Karen Calabro's nomination was selected because she said Dr. Poutous genuinely cares about all animals and he's quick to trade in his free time to work with clients after hours.
"Dr. Poutous is the world's greatest when it comes to compassion, knowledge, communication and genuine concern regarding all animals here on earth," Calabro said. "This man is an absolute treasure."
Dr. Poutous said he was honored to win the title of "best vet" and that just being nominated was an honor in itself.
"I really would like to thank all our clients for being so dedicated and to Karen for nominating me in the first place," he said. "I want to give my thanks and appreciation to the other doctors who were nominated as well."
Dr. Poutous said he's not sure exactly how he will use the $1,000 he's won, but he thinks he has a pretty good idea.
"Our office does run an angel fund that we use to help defray the cost for pets that are in need," he said. "I suspect I will donate that money to the angel fund so that way it can be used to help the most animals and the most people."
The pet health insurance agency first launched My Vet's the Best in 2011 and expanded it in 2012 to include even larger prizes. The contest began on January 1, 2012 and continues throughout the year.
President and Founder Dr. Jack Stephens said Pets Best Insurance created the My Vet's the Best contest to recognize stellar veterinarians across the nation who have exceeded their clients' expectations in every way possible.
"As a veterinarian, I know what it's like to want to help an animal that can't receive treatment because of the cost associated with veterinary care. That's why this contest awards deserving veterinarians with $1,000 provide care for animals in need," Dr. Stephens said.
Dr. Poutous said he thinks pet insurance can be very helpful because it can help clients afford veterinary care they might otherwise not be able to.
"It's something you hope you don't have to use, but I think it's a very valuable tool," Dr. Poutous said of pet insurance. "When my clients ask me about it, I say it's certainly worth looking into. It's nice to have the security there… especially when animals get sick or when there's an accident."
Pet owners who think their veterinarians have gone above and beyond for their pet are asked to submit their nominations through a form on the Pets Best Insurance Facebook page and website. Each quarter, an internal panel selects six finalists from all received nominations. The six veterinarians and their client-submitted stories are then posted to Facebook for public voting.
Each quarter, the pet owner that has the story with the most votes will receive a $200 cash prize and the winning veterinarian will receive $1,000 for the treatment of animals in need. One grand prize winner will also be selected in 2013. The annual grand prize winner will receive airfare, hotel accommodations and registration for two to the 2013 Western Veterinary Conference, a leading continuing education conference for veterinarians. The 2012 My Vet's the Best contest will recognize a total of four winning pet owners and their veterinarians throughout the year.
More information about the contest, nomination process and rules can be found at: www.petsbest.com/vetpromo.
About Pets Best Insurance
With the goal of reducing economic euthanasia and his commitment to the health and well-being of all pets, Pets Best Insurance president Dr. Jack Stephens founded pet insurance in the United States in 1981. A true industry visionary, Dr. Stephens presented the first pet insurance policy to famous television dog Lassie. Dr. Stephens leads the Pets Best Insurance team with his passion for quality pet health care and his expert veterinary knowledge. The Pets Best Insurance team is comprised of pet lovers who strive to deliver quality customer service and value.
Pet insurance plans offered and administered by Pets Best Insurance Services, LLC are underwritten by Independence American Insurance Company, a Delaware Insurance company. Independence American Insurance Company is a member of The IHC Group, an insurance organization composed of Independence Holding Company, a public company traded on the New York Stock Exchange, and its operating subsidiaries. The IHC Group has been providing life, health and stop loss insurance solutions for nearly 30 years. For information on The IHC Group, visit www.ihcgroup.com. In states in which Independence American Insurance Company's new policy form has not yet received regulatory approval, Aetna Insurance Company of Connecticut will underwrite policies. Each insurer has sole responsibility for its own products. To determine the applicable underwriter in your state visit www.petsbest.com/underwriter or please call Pets Best at 1-877-738-7237.
For more information, visit Pets Best Insurance or call 877-PetsBest (738-7237). You may also follow Pets Best Insurance on Facebook.
Dr. Jack Stephens is available for interviews.


text: Our aim is to give you the very best deals and offers from top leading holiday companies in the UK. We currently have over 29,631 offers and deals too choose from. Our top holidays include, lodges with hot tubs, secluded cottage breaks, boating on the Norfolk broads and our latest and most fabulous range of villas throughout the world. We all love holidays and we think we have something for everyone, so please click the area you are interested in below and if you need any help or advice about a particular holiday, please contact us using the contact link at the bottom of the page.


text:
Assignment #1 (between the March and April sessions)
By Monday, April 2, noon EDT (virtual kickoff)
- Complete the road check to let us know how the workshop is going for you.
By Thursday, April, 5 at COB
- If you have not yet finished providing feedback to everyone in your group on their course goals, please provide that feedback.
By Wednesday, April 11, 10 pm EDT
- Read the workspace pages on the grand challenges, frontiers, and leading edge ideas for the two groups that you did not participate in.
- Read the feedback from the conveners and other participants on the first draft of your course goals.
- Revise your course goals, and enter the revisions in the second part of your course goals workspace page. Please do not delete the original version.
- Add two strategies that you could use to integrate grand challenges, frontiers, and leading edge ideas into your course.
- You may find the section on setting goals in our Online Course Design Tutorial useful. You might also find the Goals/Syllabus Database useful as well. Just recognize that not all of the course goals that have been submitted to this database over the years meet the very specific criteria that we are asking you to meet in this workshop!
- Read and respond to discussion threads; start discussion threads, if you wish.
- If you want to have a phone or Skype consultation, please send an email.
- start discussion threads, if you wish.
- If you want to have a phone or Skype consultation with Barb, David, or Brian, please send an email.


text:
Welcome to AvalonGrandCancun.com®
now Hotel NYX Cancun ****
Hotel NYX Cancun - Beachfront Resort - Cancun, Mexico
NYX Cancun offers comfortable accommodations at a privileged location in Cancun. The NYX Cancun has created a beautiful resort, with excellent customer service, filled with character and amenities to exceed the expectations of our guests.
This hotel provides a great selection of areas to soak up the sun, truly defined by the beauty, enjoyment, relaxation and romance of being just footsteps away from the sea. Classically refined, yet with modern amenities, the NYX Cancun is a truly unique experience for couples, families, groups and honeymooners! Whether guests want to relax or dive in, the NYX Cancun offers as much or as little to do as needed.
NYX Cancun is located in Cancun Hotel Zone just 20 minutes from the Cancun International Airport and just steps from the main Shopping Malls, such as Kukulcan shopping mall and La Isla Shopping mall, Restaurants, full-service Marinas and Nightclubs.
Resort Services & Amenities
- 24 hour Front Desk
- Air conditioning
- Number of rooms & suites: 119
- Number of floors: 5
- Concierge Services
- Currency Exchange (No exchange fees)
- Elevator
- Bilingual Staff
- Poolside bar
- Bellboy
- 2 Restaurants & 2 Bars
- Safe deposit box
- 2 swimming pool & 1 kids pool
- 3 pool side Jacuzzis
- Connected Rooms
- Parking (free)
- Internet (wifi) ($)
- Doctor ($)
- Car Rental ($)
- Babysitter ($)
- Laundry & Dry cleaner service ($)
- Room Service 7:00 am to 11:00 pm ($
The NYX Cancun offers several dining experiences to appeal to everyone's appetite. The Grand stays true to its Mexican heritage and offers some of the finest Mexican delicacies at Mi Casa es Su Casa. This casual eatery is a true favorite and features many tasty Mexican dishes.
For those wishing to stick with more international flavors, Bellavista Restaurant offers a wide array of flavors from around the world. With panoramic views of the Caribbean and the resort's main pool.
During the day take a dip in one of the 3 pools or swim in the ocean that is steps away. Relax under one of the swaying palm trees or treat yourself in the spa. Feel like trying something a little more active? Try some tennis, windsurfing, snorkeling or kayaking! Hungry? Try one of the 5 restaurants or indulge in a cocktail from one of the 5 bars!
NYX Cancun Hotel has two swimming pools to meet the specific tastes of guests. One of them is quiet and peaceful, ideal for those who prefer to rest and relax; the other one with infinity overlooking to the Caribbean Sea, perfect for those who want to have fun with family and children.
Enjoy beautiful white sandy beaches with turquoise blue water. Discover how perfect nature is while you rest, sunbathe or take part in a water sport. Your life will not be the same after this experience.
Wedding Packages
Avalon Resorts provides everything needed to realize the wedding of your dreams.
- Gazebo with ocean view
- Wedding Packages
- Quotation depending your needs
- Reception in the beach or restaurant
- Special Rates for your guests
- Customized Service


text:
The unusually pleasant British summer is drawing to a close: beaches are emptying, ice-cream parlors are shutting up shop and the pleasure arcades are subsiding into an eerie, post-vacation silence. One thing, however, remains — and that is the pleasure pier.
The pleasure pier, a monument to the Victorian era and stalwart feature of many British coastal towns, was the inspiration behind photographer Simon Roberts' latest project. Thirty-nine-year-old Roberts has spent the past three years traversing the coastline of Britain photographing these eccentric Victorian constructions. The result of his labors is Pierdom – a landscape format monograph featuring every single one of Britain's remaining 58 piers, along with a handful of seascapes that mark where long-lost piers once stood.
The project started with a magazine commission in 2010 to photograph eight piers. "I started doing some research and I realized there was no contemporary photographic studies of piers," said Roberts, who is based in the seaside town of Brighton on England's south coast. "It seemed like the perfect time to create a kind of contemporary photographic archive of these Victorian structures. It became a kind of obsession – you can't create an archive with half of the piers. Once you've started, you've got do them all."
Each pier presented its own unique challenge. "It's almost like every pier is asking to be photographed and you have to work out how to do it," said Roberts. "I always responded to it exactly how the weather was on that day – I wanted get the effect of timelessness." That meant no waiting around for the sun to come out but getting on with the job at hand, which might include persuading someone in an apartment to use their balcony or wading into the shallows to photograph the pier from beneath.
Roberts, who came to prominence in the mid-00s with his book Motherland – a comprehensive photographic account of Russia – decided back in 2007 to turn his lens on his homeland, England. His next project and second book was We English, which was a photographic study of English places of leisure. In many ways, Pierdom is a continuation of this; it has the same pulled-back style and features large-scale landscapes from elevated positions. "I'm interested in making quite complex photographs because I want people to really study them and look and ponder," says Roberts. "By having a larger format with a lot of information, the only way to appreciate the photograph is to actually spend time with it."
Roberts' background in studying human geography at university taught him to view landscape critically, interrogating it for layers of cultural, political and economic meaning. And piers are richly endowed with this. Entrenched within the commercialization of the coast, and paralleled by the industrial development of the railway and canal systems, these visually-pleasing structures also pay homage to the opening up of seaside resorts to the burgeoning working and middle class societies in the Victorian era.
But the pleasure pier is more than a relic of times past. It is also something that is deeply embedded in British consciousness today, exercising a powerful emotional pull over many who have grown up or holidayed near one.
As somebody who has lived for the best part of 25 years practically within spitting distance of two piers – first, Swansea's Mumbles pier in South Wales and, secondly, the Penarth pier also in South Wales – I am no exception to this. Perhaps it's something to do with nostalgia. I have a host of feel-good memories connected to these wrought-iron structures: childhood hours spent playing on the slot machines with my brothers and re-enacting scenes from Titanic, drinking cups of hot chocolate with friends and saying 'yes' to the boy who asked me out while the sea sprayed salt around us. Yes, there's certainly something special about Britain's piers – and Roberts has more than tapped into that with his latest book.
Simon Roberts is a British photographer based in Brighton. His book Pierdom is available through Dewi Lewis Publishing. An exhibition showcasing the work opens Sept. 10 at the Flowers Gallery on Kingland Road, London.
Katie Harris is a UK-based journalist. Follow her on Twitter @katiebetharris.


text:
Video gallery
Product Video - Powder-Sampling Valve
A video showing the operation of a recently-manufactured SchuF powder-sampling Valve is now available-please click the link below, which will take you to the Vimeo video-sharing website. The video will begin automatically.
Marius Mulder Interview- API 625 Standard changes
Marius Mulder discusses changes to the API 625 Standard
ManiFlow Selector Valve (MSV)
SchuF Engineer Fernando Caputa explains the features of a SchuF ManiFlow Selector Valve (MSV) installed on a skid.
Product video - Cam-Slide Line Blind Valve
Discover the benefits of Cam-Slide Line Blind Valves
Product video - Stacey Line Blind Valve
Find out how Stacey Line blinding valves are operated.


text:
Uma Thurman says "Kill Bill 3" may be on the way.
"[Quentin Tarantino] has a great idea for it," she told Access Hollywood at the junket for her latest film, "Motherhood." "We'll have to see what happens."
VIEW THE PHOTOS: Quentin Tarantino's Top 10 Memorable Movie Moments
In a recent appearance on the Italian talk show "Parla con Me," the director said he was aiming for 2014 for a sequel to 2004's Uma-starring "Kill Bill 2," though no concrete plans have been made for the film.
"One, I think me and Uma needed a 10-year break," Quentin said at the time. "And the second one, I love the character and I think she deserves 10 years of peace."
VIEW THE PHOTOS: Uma Thurman
However, one star who will be absent from a possible sequel is David Carradine, who was found dead earlier this year in Thailand. The actor played the title role of Bill, who was indeed killed in the second film.
"I'm very sorry for his passing," Uma told Access. "He was wonderful to work with. He was a great a great man."
Uma's latest, "Motherhood," is due in theaters on October 23.
Related Content from AccessHollywood.com:
VIEW THE PHOTOS: Hollywood's Hottest Moms & Their Loveable Little Ones
PLAY IT NOW: 2009 Smart Cookie Awards: Uma Thurman & Debra Messing Honored
PLAY IT NOW: Access Archives: Uma Thurman
MORE ACCESS ON THESE TOPICS: Uma Thurman - Movies - David Carradine - Celebrities


text:
Usamos cookies propias y de terceros para mejorar la navegación y mostrar publicidad personalizada según su navegación. Si continua navegando consideramos que acepta nuestra
política de cookies
Register your Blog
( What is this? )
More views Today
Cosmetics TV
I xxx I xxx I xxx I xxx I
Register your Blog
Get Ready to Up Your Shower Game
Beauty and Cosmetics News
Add to Flipboard Magazine.
Fuente: thesundaygirl -
View all news from this site
Get Ready to Up Your Shower Game
If you cornered me a few years ago, I would have sworn myself to be a bath person through and through but the tides have certainly changed. Perhaps due to time restrictions, I much prefer a quick power shower to awaken, fresh and unwind. The downside of being a self-proclaimed shower lover" Easily the lack of luxurious products. If you enjoy a long or even a quick dip in the tub the world is your oyster, with entire brands dedicated to catering to your every whim and fancy, but for the world of shower-goers the choice is far more limited. Well perfectly bridging the gap between practicality and luxury is the new line of Jo Malone London Cologne Intense Shower Oils.
It is no secret that I am a huge Jo Malone fragrance fiend - along side 99.9% of the general population - namely the Cologne Intense scents but unfortunately for myself (and of course others too) this is the Jo Malone branch off that doesn't quite see as much love in terms of new and accompanying body products. Well the art of showering is about become a whole lot more luxe once the Jo Malone London Cologne Intense Shower Oils drop and the good news is there's two scents to chose from each as alluring as the last: Velvet Rose & Oud (rich, powerful, strongly floral and slightly smoky) and Myrrh & Tonka (a perfectly unisex, opulent, sensual and warming).
At £35 for a body cleanser you will not be alone in expecting big and great things from the Jo Malone London Cologne Intense Shower O...
See the full story in the original source
articulo visto
veces, esta semana
Source of news:
Source of publication: 30-03-2018 22:03
visto: 25
If you liked this article you might be interested in these..
Recommended Video section of our Beauty and Cosmetics Videos -
Watch More Videos in Beauty and Cosmetics Videos
Go TO TV Beauty and Cosmetics Videos
If you liked this article you might be interested in these..
New in #98
 MAYBELLINE SuperStay Ink Crayon  15 Lead the WayI also have this in the shade 25 Stay Exceptional, which is a similar, but deeper shade than this ...
19-09-2020 22:10
16 Signs that you are Eating Too Little to Achieve Weight Lo
As we have always maintained, calorie deficit is the main key to weight loss, but a lot of people, cut down calories drastically in a hope to lose wei ...
19-09-2020 21:39
12 Homemade Remedies to Clear Dandruff
As we all know, dandruff is one of the main reasons that can trigger excessive hair fall. Just like the rest of the body, the skin of the scalp also s ...
19-09-2020 21:39
21 Best Demi Matte Foundations for All Skin Types
For women who desire an even-toned skin tone and a flawless base that does not make the skin cakey or heavy, a demi-matte foundation can be a boon. A ...
19-09-2020 21:39
Kiehl's Discount Code September 2020 Secret Sale
Stay up to date with all Kiehlâs Discount Code news here. The latest offer for September 2020 is a brilliant Secret Sale. Hereâs a list of the pro ...
19-09-2020 21:39
Saturday Surfing, Sep. 19, 2020
Rise and shine, morning glory. Good morning. If thereâs one huge lesson Iâve learned from 2020 so far, itâs to not take the little things for g ...
19-09-2020 21:38
Good Ingredients in Hair Products for Beauty
Our hair needs proper nourishment just as our bodies do to keep the strands healthy and beautiful. It can be a benefit to hair to… The post Go ...
18-09-2020 22:14
Too Faced Amor Caliente Eyeshadow & Cheek Palette Avail
Itâs here! The Too Faced Amor Caliente Eyeshadow & Cheek Palette launched at Ulta today! A little ahead of schedule as the date was September 20t ...
18-09-2020 22:06
All Benefit Box o' Powders Are $15 Today!
Snag any and all Benefit Box oâ Powders today at ulta.com for $15 each! If nothing else grab some Galifornia! Itâs so pretty! On sale: Tickle Po ...
18-09-2020 22:06
7 Incredible Cannabis Oil Benefits for Mental Health
Cannabis Oil for Depression, ADHD, PTSD, Anxiety, Bipolar & More From a marijuana plant, formally known as cannabis sativa, you can extract more than ...
18-09-2020 21:40
28 Lowkey Hand Sanitizers Made by Some of Our Favorite Beaut
When we first hunkered down on safer-at-home orders, it was pretty much impossible to find essentials at the store such as toilet paper and cleaning s ...
18-09-2020 21:40
Breaking Beauty News: Urban Decay Stoned Vibes, Friends x Re
If you?re looking to do some retail therapy and/or support businesses during quarantine, here are some great options! Hot off the presses, we?ve round ...
18-09-2020 21:40
I?ve Been Learning A Lot About My Natural Hair In Quarantine
While I often braid my hair on my own or have my mom do it, hair care like deep conditioning and blowouts were always regulated to the salon. In this ...
18-09-2020 21:40
Can Human Growth Hormone Help with Weight Loss and Fat Burni
Itâs a wonder how many of bodyâs natural hormones have important roles to play in the whole weight gain and weight loss process â the most notab ...
18-09-2020 21:38
10 Best Burgundy Lipsticks in India
Burgundy is a lipstick shade that would look good on all skin tones â light, dusky, and dark. Burgundy lipsticks can make play an important part whe ...
18-09-2020 21:38
10 Best Fragrance Free Sunscreens in India
We often look for paraben-free skincare and makeup products, but we are probably overlooking an ingredient which can irritate and cause inflammation i ...
18-09-2020 21:38
L'Oreal Paris True Match Eye Cream in a Concealer Revi
Check out the brand new LâOreal Paris True Match Eye Cream in a Concealer, which I think is going to be super popular. Itâs a makeup and skincare ...
18-09-2020 21:38
Shine Maker : Sisley Le Phyto Gloss Intense Glow Lipgloss
[unpaid/samples/affiliate/ad] Nothing could be more up my beauty street than these extra shiny glosses from Sisley. They're unashamedly at the l ...
18-09-2020 21:37
FOTD: An Eye Look With a Single Product! (Hint: It's a
The only thing that would be easier than this eye look I did here with just one MAC product would be putting on a pair of pajama pants and falling asl ...
18-09-2020 21:37
I Tried The Ultra-Chic And Ultra-Instagrammable Body Care Li
$24 USD for shipping" It better be worth it. I don?t know about you but until recently, chic body care was never really on my beauty radar. As a devot ...
18-09-2020 21:37
Barnana Plantain Chips Review for Healthier Snacking
I had never tasted a plantain before. I?ve seen them in the grocery stores where I shop, but never bought one of those fat green… The post Bar ...
17-09-2020 22:13
Picks from the Buy 2, Get 1 Free SpaceNK Sale
Just a heads up the SpaceNK Buy 2, Get 1 Free sale is still on! Buy any two items and get one completely free!!!!! Hereâs a few picks you might wa ...
17-09-2020 22:03
Sephora Wild Wishes Multi-Palette Blockbuster for Holiday 20
I was wondering when weâd see (or if weâd even see) a new mega Holiday Palette from Sephora and here she is the new Sephora Wild Wishes Multi-Pal ...
17-09-2020 22:03
Here's A Few New Goodies at Ulta for Fall and Holiday
Wakey, wakey! The weekend looms and the Fall and Holiday 2020 Collections are bashing heads in the hopes theyâll come out the winner for your mone ...
17-09-2020 22:03
I Got Bit by Two Bees Yesterday and Farmacy Honey Halo Ultra
Farmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer had me all like, âHoney! Bees! Noooo!â I legit got bit by two different bees yesterday! ...
17-09-2020 22:03
Fenty Beauty Glossy Posse Mini Gloss Bomb Set Holo'Daz
Is Fenty Beauty holding back on us for Holiday 2020" Hmmm! So far we have the Fenty Beauty Glossy Posse Mini Gloss Bomb Set HoloâDaze Edition and ...
17-09-2020 22:03
Bobbi Brown Holiday Isn't Here Yet But This Travel Siz
You need more creamy, easy to apply, easy to blend and awesome cream shadow sticks in your life! Hereâs a great little Bobbi Brown Travel Size Lon ...
17-09-2020 22:03
3 Popular Nude Lipsticks I Always Get Compliments On + A Vid
Every lady needs a good great, effortless, NUDE LIPSTICK that she can easily just swipe on and GO! Extra bonus points when others notice and complim ...
17-09-2020 21:36
Can Sprouts Help with Weight Loss"
Sprouts have always got their rightful place as a health food, particularly, among a population of people who want to keep life-threatening diseases s ...
17-09-2020 21:36
10 Ways to Use Castor Oil to Control Hair Fall
Castor oil is extremely popular as a wonder oil with numerous health and beauty benefits, itâs probably used extensively as an eyelash growth booste ...
17-09-2020 21:36
26 Best Mascaras under 1000 INR
If thereâs one eye makeup item you should absolutely pick up, irrespective of whether you love makeup or a complete non-makeup person â itâs a g ...
17-09-2020 21:36
17-09-2020 21:36
Charlotte Tilbury Christmas 2020 Collection
Charlotte Tilbury does gifting so expertly that I wonder whether Christmas was one of the things that inspired her to launch her brand. From cute tree ...
17-09-2020 21:36
Charlotte Tilbury Advent Calendar 2020 – Release Date
Here is the very beautiful Charlotte Tilbury Advent Calendar 2020. I think it is absolutely stunning! I have a full list of contents for you. This one ...
17-09-2020 21:36
Covid Face Is NOT A Thing
If The Times is to be believed, we are now a nation of slack skinned, sun-damaged shadows of our former selves, creating grooves in the pavement in ou ...
17-09-2020 21:36
OPI Muse Of Milan Part 2
[unpaid/samples/affiliate/ad] So, here's the second part of the OPI Muse of Milan collection – on point for an autumnal mood although I am ...
17-09-2020 21:36
Dior J?Adore Eau de Parfum Infinissime
[unpaid/sample] I'm in my comfort zone with Dior fragrances, although can recognise they've got heavier on popular notes – I can def ...
17-09-2020 21:36
What?s The Buzz About Polyglutamic Acid"
[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] Basically, a water soluble peptide, Polyglutamic Acid is being hailed in beauty world as the next big thing to scour your ...
17-09-2020 21:36
Foundation Review: Pat McGrath Labs Sublime Perfection
I donât think Iâve ever had so many questions and comments about a foundation as I have about the Pat McGrath Labs Skin Fetish Sublime Perfection ...
17-09-2020 21:36
Product Spotlight: MAC More the Mehr-ier Powder Kiss Liquid
In a current beauty world where color is seemingly dominated by warm reddish and orangey brown tones, itâs refreshing to see a cool-toned lippie eve ...
17-09-2020 21:36
Technically Speaking: The Gritty Pretty Guide To Beauty Tech
Whether it?s tightening, lifting or wrinkle reduction that you?re after, skin care products can only go so far⦠Fortunately, we have technology on o ...
17-09-2020 21:35
10 New Mascaras to Fall in Love With This Season
We all look forward to fall because it gives us a chance to turn over a new leaf. (Pun totally intended.) Whether that means building a new seasonall ...
16-09-2020 22:19
Lather Products Review for Natural Skincare
Lather is a company that takes natural skincare to a higher level with their approach to overall effectiveness without sacrificing health through the ...
16-09-2020 22:14
Current Hair Care Part 2: Leave-ins, Oils & Styling (2020)
 I\'ve dealt with shampoos, conditioners and masks in the first part and in this one it\'s time for leave-ins, oils and styling products. PROTEIN AN ...
16-09-2020 22:08
Etude House Muhly Romance Better Lips-Talk Review & Swa
I picked up one of the Etude House Better Lips-Talk Lipstick shades from the Muhly Romance Fall 2020 Collection! If you havenât read it yet I alrea ...
16-09-2020 22:04
Etude House Play Color Eyes Muhly Romance Eyeshadow Palette
Etude House Muhly Romance Play Color Eyes Eyeshadow Palette is a new, limited edition Fall 2020 9-pan eyeshadow palette in enchanting sunset rose sha ...
16-09-2020 22:04
MAJOR Flash Sale at Macy's!
Hurry! Thereâs a major flash sale at macys.com at the moment with a ton of different items on sale from Benefit, Stila, Urban Decay, and more plus ...
16-09-2020 22:04
Here's the Goodies on Sale Today at Ulta!
Good Morning! Ultaâs 21 Days of Beauty Deals begins again today with new steals and deals! Hereâs whatâs on sale today: Smashbox Photo Finish O ...
16-09-2020 22:04
11 Ways To Look Slim and Fit Before your Wedding
So you want to fit into your dream wedding lehenga and fairytale cocktail dress perfectly, but are worried about love handles and a little paunch show ...
16-09-2020 21:35
Colorbar Flawless Full Cover Concealer Review
This post is on a liquid concealer that I have picked up primarily because it claims to be a fragrance-free full-coverage concealer. If you have sensi ...
16-09-2020 21:35
MAC Powder Kiss Eyeshadow Review and Swatches
I am thoroughly obessed with this new collection from MAC. Check out the brand new MAC Powder Kiss Eyeshadow collection. With a real focus on eye make ...
16-09-2020 21:35
Honest Beauty by Jessica Alba Review
[unpaid/samples/affiliate/ad] Yes, okay, I had to Google Jessica Alba to refresh my memory – there are a lot of celebrity launches in beauty wor ...
16-09-2020 21:34
Diorshow Iconic Overcurl Mascara Review
[unpaid/sample] If what you want from a mascara is staying power and proper curling ability, look no further than this. It's impressive but ther ...
16-09-2020 21:34
FOTD: Elegant Rose Quartz Gemstone Lids With a Smokey Bronze
I wore this look to drop Connor off at her dance class (sheâs taking outdoor classes two days a week now, and yay for seeing other kids her age!), ...
16-09-2020 21:34
How To Bring Your Brittle Nails Back From The Brink
You might have to give up your weekly shellac habit. Sorry. When your nails are neat and tidy, the rest of you feels neat and tidy too. However, as m ...
16-09-2020 21:34
9 Facts About Potatoes That May Surprise You
A lot of people don?t give potatoes the proper credit that they deserve. Instead, they get a bad wrap for having too many calories. However,… ...
15-09-2020 22:15
Current Hair Care Part 1: Shampoos, Masks & Conditioners (20
I\'ve been planning on doing this post for years, in fact I still have pictures from 2017 in my drafts from the one I planned to write and never poste ...
15-09-2020 22:10
Too Faced Holiday 2020 Arrives Today with Yummy Treats for E
Too Faced Holiday 2020 arrives today with a selection of yummy treats for your eyes, lips and cheeks! Cinnamon gummy bears we got those! Pumpkin Sp ...
15-09-2020 22:07
How CATRICE Cosmetics Delivers Clean and Quality Makeup at a
Makeup means something different to everyone. To some people, itâs a passion. To others, itâs a necessity. Some people do the same quick makeup ro ...
15-09-2020 22:00
Detox Centers In PA: Some Background
Being productive is conducive to a happy life. When we feel valued, we tend to keep ourselves practicing healthy habits and stay away from destructive ...
15-09-2020 21:42
News most viewed this week
Would you like your blog and posts leave here?
Register your Blog
Blogs most viewed last 7 days
makeup and beauty blog
Nuts 4 Stuff
huda beauty
More Blogs
News most viewed Today
Product Spotlight: Wander Beauty Nude Illusio...
You guys, I found the BEST foundation, and, GASP! â itâs full-coverage. I KNOW! Who am Iâ¦" What happened to Karen"" I almost never wear full-coverage because full-coverage usually means full-effort. Youâve gotta blend and stipple and... -
Olay Natural White Pinkish Fairness Toner Rev...
Hello everyone, In this post, I will be reviewing Olay Natural White Pinkish Fairness Toner. -
Smashbox Famous Be Legendary Lipstick Review
I am back with a lipstick review! Yes, I am! At least it isnât a liquid lipstick! I picked up a few of these Smashbox Cream lipsticks, some bright, some bold and some neutral shades. I have already reviewed (Inspiration, Tabloid). Let us get... -
Scholl Party Feet Invisible Gel Cushions Revi...
I love wearing heels but hate the pain by end of the day. The feeling you get when you take them off for few minutes is unbearable. The most painful part of the feet that hurts at least for me is the ball of feet. I recently saw the advertisement of... -
Because We're All Worth It: L'Oreal's Groundb...
In my opinion, the beauty of the beauty industry is that it\'s something that can be enjoyed by everyone. No matter your age, skin tone, skin type, background, gender, application ability or even interest in the latest on-trend lipstick shade, we... -
NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer Update: Six New...
Waaay back in 2013 when NARS introduced the Radiant Creamy Concealers, they were revolutionary, but there were only 10 of them. They had lots of pigment and a spectacular satin finish that covered everything â dark circles, blemishes, cat... -
Dove Derma Spa Beauty Sleep Bedtime Bliss Bod...
I had picked some lotions from Doveâs âBeauty Sleepâ range. I have been in love with the hand cream and I had high expectations from this lotion as well. Today?s review is all about Dove Derma Spa Beauty Sleep Bedtime Bliss Body Lotion. Read... -
Top 10 Non-Drying Face Masks for Dry Skinned ...
Hi Everyone, Face mask or pack is an essential part of our beauty routine as it takes care of multiple skin issues and allows us to achieve even-toned, healthy and radiant skin. However, dry skinned beauties often stay away from face masks as they... -
12 Homemade Remedies to Clear Dandruff
As we all know, dandruff is one of the main reasons that can trigger excessive hair fall. Just like the rest of the body, the skin of the scalp also sheds periodically and gets replaced with a new layer, but the problem occurs when the shedding is... -
NARS Inferno Eyeshadow Palette Is Sizzling Ho...
The new, limited edition NARS Inferno Eyeshadow Palette for Holiday 2019 arrived today and itâs sizzling hot! Look at those reds! Iâm feeling the love for this one. Inspired by Studio 54 this palette contains twelve shades some of which are... -
More Blogs
Septiembre 2020
Agosto 2020
Julio 2020
Junio 2020
Mayo 2020
Marzo 2020
Febrero 2020
Enero 2020
Diciembre 2019
Noviembre 2019
Octubre 2019
Septiembre 2019
Agosto 2019
Julio 2019
Junio 2019
Mayo 2019
Abril 2019
Marzo 2019
Febrero 2019
Enero 2019
Diciembre 2018
Noviembre 2018
Octubre 2018
Septiembre 2018
- English ------------------------------
Interior Design & Decoration
Food & Recipes
beauty & Cosmetics
Moms & Babies
Iphone & Android
Fashion & Style
--- Español ---------------------------------
Fashion & Blogs
Mac Android
[email protected]


text:
- Font:
- +
- -
You may have heard that there's something rotten on Amazon.com. We have learned that it doesn't end with the company's dropping of "The Pedophile's Guide to Love and Pleasure: a Child-lover's Code of Conduct." Books and videos depicting pre-pubescent Eastern European and Asian girls, some of whom are nude, are listed for sale on Amazon in the U.S. and Japan, as of press time.
The listings are disturbing, as you may be able to sense even from the blurred item pictured above. Nudist videos from Eastern Europe appear on the U.S. Amazon retail site; meanwhile, books and videos that feature scantily clad pre-pubescent Eastern European and Asian girls, specifically stated by an independent website as being between the ages of 11 and 17, are listed on Amazon properties in Japan and elsewhere, and on Yahoo in Japan. That there are more books and videos of this nature on Amazon and other online retailers is highly likely.
Amazon has not responded to repeated requests for comment, including one in which we shared a link to the content pictured above. The question is, how legal is it to sell content like this? As you can imagine, prosecuting it is hard.
After our initial story about Amazon's selling the pedophile book, we were contacted by child advocate Maureen Flatley, who shared the additional links. Flatley was among the key advocates who supported Sen. John Kerry and Sen. Johnny Isakson to enact Masha's Law, a federal law that gives victims of child sex abuse photography the right to sue producers, distributors and even those in possession of images for $150,000 per download.
Masha is a Russian girl who was adopted in 1998 at age 5 by a single man, who, for six years, abused her sexually and distributed photos of her to other pedophiles on the Internet. Flatley's expertise is in this link between child pornography, pedophilia and adoption. News about the pedophile handbook has given Flatley and other child's right activists a chance to speak out about the larger issue. "We should not be making disingenuous arguments about free speech," she told me.
"What the law has upheld is that nudity alone is not enough to prove that something is child pornography," said lawyer James Marsh, one of Flatley's teammates in the fight for Masha's Law. Marsh represents victims in child pornography cases and blogs about these issues at childlaw.us.
Amazon would never have sold material like the pornographic photos of Masha; however, as Marsh pointed out to me, the site currently lists a lascivious "true crime" book, for sale by four used-bookstore partners, about Masha's case, written by Peter Sotos, a man who once pleaded guilty to a child pornography charge.
Listing a book and selling pictures and videos are clearly separate acts, as is the difference between a simple baby picture and true child pornography. What people now want to know is this: Where does the line get drawn? And who gets to draw that line?
"There's a real disconnect on what the true nature of child porn is," Marsh said. "99.9999 percent of the material I deal with features pre-pubescent children being raped … the most graphic hardcore images you can imagine. People think downloading a picture of a baby in a bathtub is going to send them to prison. That's not what we're talking about."
But there is a fine line. When it comes to young girls in swimsuits, Marsh mentioned the case of a child model group in Florida that was successfully shut down, because despite the lack of sexual abuse in the imagery, the photos focused on sexual aspects of the children. "There are complicated legal tests that courts need to engage in to determine what is or isn't legal," he explained.
And what about the nudist videos? "We do see a big overlap between the child molesters and the so-called naturists. We have at least a couple of documented cases of public naturist advocates actually adopting and sexually abusing children for the purposes of child pornography." He cites the '"notorious" case of William Peckenpaugh, a naturist in Washington state who adopted an orphan boy from Romania and abused him sexually, distributing images of him online. He also says that people in Eastern European countries, Belarus and Ukraine in particular, are known to distribute child pornography, using children who may be "rented" from the countries' impoverished orphanages.
But Marsh also suggests, only half in jest, that maybe some of this is a government front to entrap pedophiles. "How those videos have managed to survive in circulation for years? Careful editing or a government front. Could be either, or both."
As for Amazon — and Facebook, another current target of Marsh's activism — he says free speech should not be the defense. "It's not about First Amendment rights," said Marsh. "It's about what material a good corporate citizen should be making available to the public. And that's the kind of decision Amazon should be making."
Flatley is of like mind. "We've allowed kids to become sex objects and let a major retailer commercialize this stuff," she told me. "These are real kids, and these instruments are doing them real harm."
© 2013 msnbc.com Reprints


text:
Butta Da Prince (Prince Of Black P Stone & Nephew Of American Gangster Jeff Fort) - Whats Poppin Ride [Chicago Unsigned Hype]
"Butta Da Prince (Prince of Black P Stone Nation & Nephew Of American Gangster Jeff Fort) is set to release his his highly acclaimed double album straight to the streets. Request: "Whats Poppin Ride" on Chicago Radio Stations 92.3 and 107.5 Email Contact: email@example.com or email@example.com Official Website: www.ButtaDaPrince.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Butta-Da-Prince/168407355474?ref=ts"
Please click the "Report" button below if the video on this page is not working properly.
Comments will only be displayed by verified emails. No Spamming or Racism.


text:
Garden Lamp Posts
The use of gardens lamp posts and outdoor pedestal lights are a great way of enhancing the outside of your property. Both forms of lighting suit larger properties that have a good amount of outside space. Garden lamp posts, in particular, can work wonderfully well in a large garden or alongside a long driveway.
Garden Lamp Posts
Lamp posts are especially effective in large outdoor spaces as they can cast good levels of light over a wide area. They can be used to highlight certain features such as ponds or rockeries or simply illuminate entrance ways, paths or driveways.
Lamp Post Style
Traditional – The most popular lamp posts are still those with traditional features which generally have one or more lanterns. They are styled to look similar to traditional street lamps from the Victorian and Edwardian eras and are very often black or dark in colour.
Modern – The more contemporary lamp posts vary greatly in style and design, although some still feature lanterns but with a more modern twist. There is also more choice of colour with white, chrome and galvanised steel being popular.
Height will obviously be a key decision when picking a garden lamp post and there is no shortage of choices. Most full-size lamp posts are between two and three meters tall. Some will exceed three meters and adjustable options are available allowing you to pick your perfect height. For smaller gardens, half posts are also available. These look very similar to the full-size versions but are considerably smaller.
Garden Pedestal Lights
Pedestal lights are much smaller than lamp posts or bollards and are typically positioned on top of walls such as the entrance to a driveway. They can also be used to light up steps or positioned on garden wall posts. Often designed in the traditional lantern style there are more modern variations available that will be better suited to newer properties
We love you help our customers where we can so if you have a question regards any of our products please don't hesitate to get in touch by using our contact form or by calling us on 0115 926 6777.
Turin Triple Post Verdi£1,170.00
Firenze Triple Post Black£1,257.00


text:
    Governor Phil Murphy • Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver
|NJ Home | Services A to Z | Departments/Agencies | FAQs
The Office of Communications is responsible for informing the public of Board decisions, meetings and activities. It correlates information from various divisions to respond to the media, general public, utility customers, the Legislature and State, local and federal government officials and agencies. The Office of Communications oversees the development and implementation of the Board's statewide energy deregulation consumer education program.
The Office of Communications also coordinates the Board's participation with various consumer groups, neighborhood associations, and private and public organizations to help educate the public about utility issues and how to make informed decisions in the newly deregulated energy market. It is also responsible for updating, designing, and monitoring the Board's website.


text: Henkel announced that its Aquence Co-Cure technology has been selected for use by GreenVolts, Inc. for its higher-performing, lower cost protection against corrosion and UV-damage in the solar industry. GreenVolts, provider of the world's only complete and fully integrated concentrating photovoltaic (CPV) solar system, and its investor and global strategic partner ABB, a leader in power and automation technologies, are the first to use this process for solar energy equipment. Henkel worked with GreenVolts and leading paint and coatings company AkzoNobel to customize a process that layers Henkel's Aquence autodeposition coatings with a powder topcoat and "co-cures" them in a single oven. This lean paint shop process, which has been very successful in the automotive industry, now provides solar components with higher quality finishes, increased durability, and ultraviolet protection for 25 years. Additionally, the process reduces environmental impact, since it contains no heavy metals or sludge, and lowers water and energy requirements. According to Henkel, most solar equipment manufacturers use a hot-dip galvanization process to protect their metal parts. While industry-standard, this process has drawbacks. The high temperatures can introduce stresses in the dipped metal parts. These stresses and any dimensional distortions can be weak points in a system. Also, the galvanization process leaves a thick layer that can be problematic for complex shapes, especially internal cavities. For example, threaded holes may reduce in size so that bolts do not fit properly. The Aquence process is more precise, and can provide a smoother, higher quality surface for topcoats and finishes the company said.


text:
|There are 23 sections of this class
|Web Reg Available to:
Non-Resident: 01/05/2019 @ 9:00AM - 06/14/2019 @ 4:00PM
Resident: 01/05/2019 @ 9:00AM - 06/14/2019 @ 4:00PM
|6 years to under 9 years
|Open to These Grades:
|Kinder - 3rd
|Potential Fees:
Fees: $230.00 (Required)
Applicable discounts not applied and Taxes included in price.
In order to complete summer camp registration a 2020 Camper Information and Release Form and Health History Form must be completed for each child. Camp forms may be found at http://www.decaturga.com/cys on the Forms & Documents page.
Discover the elements of nature (space, earth, water, fire, and air) through yoga, mindfulness, storytelling, art, and play. We will dive into each element and explore how it connects to our own true nature. This connection helps us find balance, compassion, empathy, peace, calm, and joy. Join Coach Beauchamp from Winnona Park Elementary and connect with nature.
Campers should bring a lunch daily. Camp activities start at 9:00 am and campers may be dropped off at camp as early as 8:00 am. After Camp Care can be added for an additional fee 4-5 pm or 4-6 pm (see below). For detailed descriptions please see the Summer Camp Playbook located at www.decaturga.com/playbook.
Note: After May 4 fees for all June 3 - 28 camps are due in full at the time of registration. After June 1 fees for all July 1- 26 campers are due in full at the time of registration. "Unavailable" camps that occur in June may have space but can only be added to your child's schedule in person at Decatur Recreation Center with completed registration forms. Give us a call at 404-378-1082 or 404-377-0494 for more information. No registrations will be accepted after 4 pm on Friday before a camp session begins. No registrations will be accepted during the week of a given camp session.
E Camps cover a broad range of topics for children from rising K through rising 7th grades. Camps will be held at Decatur Legacy Park.
Kindergarten campers must be 5 years of age by the first day of a camp session in order to attend. Camp opens at 8:00 am and closes at 4:00 pm. After camp care from 4-5 pm or 4-6 pm may be added in the 183071 and 183072 sections below. For details on each camp session please refer to the Summer Camp Playbook at www.decaturga.com/playbook.
Camp deposits are nonrefundable and nontransferable.


text:
So ya know, sometimes it's good to be late to the party. Ya get to seem like you had a lot of more important shizz to do, if it's lame it won't matter as much if you dipset early… If only that principle worked in fantasy analysis!
After a fantastic weekend, the buzz to go and grab Terrence Jones was like a hot party right in its peak. "New York's hottest new club is JELLY BONES! Located on the Lower Upper Side, this random home invasion is the creation of legally drunk clothing designer Nick Nolte and Gabana. As you walk in, you'll be handed a glass of champagne – or is it piss?" With the Rockets hesitancy to stretch him out, adding Josh Smith back in the day, and the return of Dwight Howard at some point, I was like, "F that shizz, sounds like a lame sausage party!" But Houston put TJones in the starting line-up last night, and he went straight Nolte for 15/15/0/1/2 making 6-9 FG. He's kinda looked like what the optimistic Kenneth Faried backers were hoping for! Plus he can hit threes! Now a must-own in all leagues, and I certainly would be dropping Manimal for him. That said, when Dwight is back, it might not be as rockin' as JELLY BONES at midnight. It could be another month before Dwight is out there though, so TJones my Jelly Bones! Here's what else went down last night in fantasy NBA action:Please, blog, may I have some more?


text:
Vegan Doritos®!
I'm just going to start off with a disclaimer: I'm a little bit crazy. In a good way...I hope. This recipe is as insane as I am. It's not difficult, but it does require quite a bit of time and effort. That being said:
I woke up yesterday morning, took a shower, then ran across the street to CVS to pick up some deodorant. As I was leaving CVS, there was this guy sitting outside on his lunch break. He was eating...no....he was reveling a bag of Nacho Cheese Doritos®. The wide, neon orange smile on his face unleashed my inner fat kid. My favorite lunch in 2nd grade was a bagel with cream cheese, an apple and a mini bag of Doritos®. The craving took me over. I needed to figure out a way.
Following a trip to my favorite co-op (where Follow Your Heart Cheese is on sale!), I set to work in my kitchen. It took up most of my afternoon, but it was completely worth it. They even leave that nacho-ey, cheesey aftertaste in your mouth!
- 1 bag Corn Chips
- 1 10oz. block Follow Your Heart Cheddar Cheese
- 1 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp Yellow Mustard Powder
- 1/4 tsp Red Paprika
- 3/4 tsp Salt*
- Dash of Cayenne Pepper
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees. Line a rimmed baking pan with parchment paper. Grate the entire block of Follow Your Heart Cheddar Cheese as finely as possible, then spread out onto the parchment paper like this:
Place the baking pan in the oven for 3-5 minutes, or until it's fully melted but not burned:
Allow the cheese to cool for a few moments, then use a paper towel to blot as much excess moisture off of the top as possible. Repeat the blotting process again after ten minutes.
Scrape the cheese into a bowl, and use a paper towel gently squeeze as much moisture out as possible.
Allow the cheese to sit another 10-15 minutes.
Make your spice blend by mixing together the remainder of the ingredients in a small bowl.
Place the cheese into a food processor, and blend until the cheese is a creamy, dry paste.
And now, the crazy part:
Use your fingers to rub each chip with a VERY thin coat of the nacho cheese paste.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees, and bust out another large baking pan.
If you don't like a lot of spice, skip the next step and just sprinkle the seasoning blend on when the chips are on the baking pan.
If you like a lot of spice, place each cheese-covered chip in a large tupperware container or paper bag, and gently toss with the spice blend.
Lay the chips out on a baking pan, place in the oven for 3-5 minutes, or until starting to get crispy (just starting to brown.)
Enjoy immediately!


text:
You are hereMoney Trends Research: Virginia Officials Confirm Criminal Election Fraud Investigation Of Gingrich Campaign
Money Trends Research: Virginia Officials Confirm Criminal Election Fraud Investigation Of Gingrich Campaign
-by Gekko
February 1, 2012- Had the same thing been carried out by a worker for the now-defunct ACORN, Republicans — and even Newt Gingrich — would have called it massive "voter fraud." But the 1,500 acts of fraud, by Gingrich's own admission, were carried out by a worker hired by his campaign, so it seems the media have barely noticed it.
Nonetheless, The BRAD BLOG has received confirmation from two different state agencies that the 1,500 alleged cases of ballot petition fraud said to have been carried out on behalf of the Gingrich campaign, in their unsuccessful attempt to qualify for the Republican primary ballot in Virginia, are now being carried out by the state Attorney General's office.
In late December, after Gingrich had failed to turn in enough valid signatures to qualify for the Virginia primary ballot, he was caught on video tape telling a supporter in Iowa that the reason for the failure was due to a campaign worker who created 1,500 fraudulent signatures.
"We turned in 11,100 — we needed 10,000 — 1,500 of them were by one guy who, frankly, committed fraud," Gingrich is seen and heard saying in video originally aired by CNN.
The former Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives downplayed the incident, by explaining to the woman that the entire affair was "just a mistake," after they had "hired somebody who turned in false signatures."
Neither he nor his campaign, however, has made the name of the alleged "one guy" public, to our knowledge, despite the extraordinary number of fraudulent signatures created and turned in by that "one guy" in what an official at the Virginia State Board of Elections (SBE) described to us as "definitely an illegal act."
News of the embarrassing criminal investigation is confirmed today, even as voters go to the polls for Florida's 2012 GOP Primary, where Gingrich is facing off against front-runner Mitt Romney who, ironically — and uncomfortably enough for Republicans — may also find himself the subject of a criminal voter fraud investigation in the not-too-distant future…


text:
Squirrels have fuzzy tails.
0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic.
i want a robot for sensing fire,then go to the near of fire and then turn down the fire.did u get it?! srry i forget its name in english.
yes photovore may work but how the hell are u going to put out the fire is ur bot going to carry water and a pump if yes then u have got quite a hell of a job to do especially powering those pumps


text:
Before editing, be sure to read the wiki's policies. Please sign your name on Talk and vote pages using four tildes (~~~~) to automatically produce your name and the current date. Be sure to verify your e-mail address in your preferences. Before attempting any major article rewrites please read the layout guide. If you have any questions, check out the policy and help pages (see here for editing help), add a question to the Community portal, view the forum or ask me on my talk page. Again, welcome!
— -- DarkJedi613 (Talk) 22:10, April 23, 2009
Thanks for that! I'll get started with telling people on their talk pages now. Also, do you think we could fix the talk page for Gryffindor Tower? It isn't working. Thanks. --Margiechocoholic 01:57, 25 April 2009 (UTC)
Re: Link
Thanks for fixing that. I've also now done some pretty major edits on the Quidditch Pitch page, and have informed all Gryffindor players in the House Points Game (apart from you and the prefects) that the Quidditch try-outs are now happening. Anything else you want me to work on? Thanks. --Margiechocoholic 02:48, 25 April 2009 (UTC)
Thanks + Fouls template
Hey! Thanks so much for the prefect badge! Also, I'm not exactly sure what you want me to do with the Quidditch fouls infobox template. Sorry, but this is the first time I've done this sort of thing. Do I need to put the infobox template on pages in that category? Or do I need to edit it so that it comes to a higher standard? Thanks again. --Margiechocoholic 04:30, 25 April 2009 (UTC) Also, would it be alright if I asked other users to join the Gryffindor, or other houses in the house points game? Thanks. --Margiechocoholic 04:46, 25 April 2009 (UTC)
Quidditch infobox template
Sorry but I am having so much trouble with this I can't seem to make it work or get rid of the funny text at the beginning. Perhaps you could ask someone more experienced than me? --Margiechocoholic 06:05, 25 April 2009 (UTC)
Gryffindor Quidditch Team article
I was just wondering how you knew that there was no Hogwarts Quidditch Cup in the 1997-1998 school year. Is this an assumption? Or not? Because then I can reference the statement. Thanks. --Margiechocoholic 06:05, 25 April 2009 (UTC)
- Thanks for the points, I've now finished my edits on the article. --Margiechocoholic 06:35, 25 April 2009 (UTC)
Okay, I'll start adding more info to the articles in the Quidditch fouls category now. --Margiechocoholic 07:02, 25 April 2009 (UTC)
Re: Captain
Sure, I'd love to be a Captain! We just need to organise practises, strategies, and stuff like that, right? Thanks. --Margiechocoholic 07:06, 25 April 2009 (UTC)
- Thanks. I do have some ideas. Have a look at the explanations of the positions I added to the Quidditch try-outs page. That way, each team-member has a specific role. I think we really need to work on recruiting people though, because so far we're the only ones on the team. Perhaps you could make some badges (if you know how) or something similar, as an incentive for users to join. I'm going to try to recruit some people now. --Margiechocoholic 07:29, 25 April 2009 (UTC)
|This user supports is a chaser for the Gryffindor Quidditch team.
Gryffindor Quidditch Team
The badges look fantastic! Well done. The only problem is that they all say "an" instead of "a". I've fixed the ones on my talk page, user page, and here. I'll do the ones at the Gryffindor Quidditch Pitch after this. Don't worry though, I still think they look fabulous! You did a really great job. --Margiechocoholic 10:18, 25 April 2009 (UTC)
I have a few ideas for articles for the team to work on, but do they need to be all Quidditch-related? Here are some articles which need sourcing, images, and have so much more potential in terms of information:
- Gryffindor Tower
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
- Philosopher's Stone
- Ministry of Magic
- Professor
- Kreacher
There are also some articles I created a while back which I think could get up to FA status if we tried:
Thanks. --Margiechocoholic 10:18, 25 April 2009 (UTC)
Hi, I was really busy this week so sorry for not getting up to much. Thanks, --Margiechocoholic 07:25, 1 May 2009 (UTC)
It doesn't seem like this user really is a bot, so could you remove the bot template on your userpage? I'm sorry if I'm wrong, but this really just looks like you logged in as another user, which is not a bot.--Matoro183 (Talk) 12:08, 25 April 2009 (UTC)
- That's not what a bot is. A bot is a user controlled by a computer program to perform mundane tasks -- see User:DarkJedi613 bot.--Matoro183 (Talk) 23:48, 25 April 2009 (UTC)
Re: More ideas
Insert non-formatted text here
Hey! I think that's a really good idea. Perhaps we can start off with one article to work on (using the Quidditch practise page) and also we can have a vote for what next week's article should be. Everyone can write down any ideas they have for making the article more interesting. I think it would be cool to get a bit creative and make our Quidditch practise article really something out of the ordinary (in a good way). We'll see if anyone has any ideas on how to make them really special. Perhaps the practise week can start tomorrow and go from Tuesday to Tuesday (although, this might be a problem if, like for me, the site time isn't the same as the actual time i.e. time differences). I think it would be a good idea to set up the page and owl everyone a bout it. --Margiechocoholic.
- That's great! I really like the poll system. Good job. I'll see if we can tell team-members to check it out, but after today I'm going to be really busy this week (and as much as I love it I can only hope that I don't get distracted by this wiki. I have a huge assignment due on Friday). Are we going to post this on the Quidditch Pitch and Practise pages? --Margiechocoholic.
It's not a problem. The poll coding should work if you include it on your user page, it's just that we do not allow such templates in the template namespace. - Cavalier One(Wizarding Wireless Network) 07:46, 27 April 2009 (UTC)
15 points
I've awarded you 15 points for creating the article Quidditch Pitch. :) ★ Starstuff (Owl me!) 02:28, 30 April 2009 (UTC)
Re: Quidditch Pitch
Okay I'll do some work on the article now then I'll vote for it, although I don't think there's that much more to do. I think it's worthy. Also, do you agree with me in thinking that FAs are featured for too long? --Margiechocoholic 07:42, 1 May 2009 (UTC)
I agree it should be nominated. I have edited and voted for it, you can see my support comment to see what I think. It has all the information it could possibly contain. --Margiechocoholic 08:04, 1 May 2009 (UTC)
I've misplaced my copy of Quidditch through the ages and I can't add any more information than is already there. Toon Ganondorf (t c) 08:40, 1 May 2009 (UTC)
Re:Quidditch Pitch
The intro definately needs to be expanded as that's the piece of text that goes on the main page when it's featured. At the moment it's only a few lines, which wont look to impressive. Also I'd suggest finding images of all the diffrent stadiums from Quidditch World Cup, and write a paragraph about each one, describing the locations, diffrences in architectual style etc. I'd be glad to help if you need me. Jayce Carver Talk 08:43, 1 May 2009 (UTC)
Yeah, no problem. I'm just leaving for college right now, but i'll try to get started later this evening, if not tommorow. If you can find any more images of the stadiums that would be a good start, I've noticed that we already have some, but there a few missing. Jayce Carver Talk 08:55, 1 May 2009 (UTC)
Re:Quidditch pitch
I don't think "Quidditch pitch" currently meets the requirements for a Featured Article. Though I've offered some advice on how it might be polished up on the nomination page, I don't think I will be able to take on any of those suggestions myself, as there are quite a few things on my personal to-do list that I've yet to complete. But I wouldn't mind helping out with stuff like proof-reading. ★ Starstuff (Owl me!) 10:31, 1 May 2009 (UTC)
Re:Quidditch pitch
I have other articles that I'm planning to work on, and the Quidditch pitch one is not an article I feel I have much expertise in. Good luck with it, though. Oread (talk) 00:21, 2 May 2009 (UTC)
- Same with Oread, maybe in other time. --ÈnŔîčö (Send me an Owl!) 09:53, 2 May 2009 (UTC)
Re:Fred Userbox
It's great! I love it, I love it, I love it! Thanks, it looks really good. I miss Fred :( --Margiechocoholic 13:19, 2 May 2009 (UTC)
Gryffindor Voting
I voted for Ministry of Magic, as I don't think there's much more I can help with on the Quidditch pitch article, I did all I could and I know nothing about the video game. --Margiechocoholic 13:32, 2 May 2009 (UTC)
Thanks, and if i have any questions i'll ask you. So far i've done okay. But like you said before, when i first started the wikia thing I didn't know what i was doing. I was actually a bit emmbarised to ask someone for help because i thought they would think i was stupid for not knowing how to do something simple. But anyway i got together and now i'm part of a couple of wikis.--Twister115 05:35, 4 May 2009 (UTC)Twister115
Whats the Fred Weasley Project?--Twister115 05:35, 4 May 2009 (UTC)Twister115
Fred Project
Sure, I'd like to be in the project what do i have to do? Gain alot of info on him or something?--Twister115 05:51, 4 May 2009 (UTC)Twister115
Well i'll get right on it. And also you mentioned a sig or something?--Twister115 05:56, 4 May 2009 (UTC)Twister115
- Tell me more about this project. I don't know what to do. ...Need more explanation. --ÈnŔîčö (Send me an Owl!) 07:13, 4 May 2009 (UTC)
- Okay, Don't worry. I will update the Fred Weasley article if i have enough info. or source(s) of the quotes, images, relationship info. etc. I'm always doing that not only for Fred Weasley but for all articles here in Harry Potter Wiki. By the way, Thank you very much for inviting me. --ÈnŔîčö (Send me an Owl!) 07:24, 4 May 2009 (UTC)
- My previous message means Yes! I don't see any reason of not joining or not accepting your invitation. --ÈnŔîčö (Send me an Owl!) 07:35, 4 May 2009 (UTC)
Re: Main Image
By that, do you mean for Fred? Toon Ganondorf (t c) 07:32, 4 May 2009 (UTC)
Yeah sure. Can you make me a signature? ShirleyA 08:15, 7 May 2009 (UTC)
- Um...Well I would like my sig to also link to my talk page. And the below image of Luna Lovegood shrunk down (if possible) If not any picture of Ravenclaw;s crest will do. Colour: Sky Blue
Madam Hooch(Which Broomstick)
- Confused. ShirleyA 08:42, 7 May 2009 (UTC)
- Erm. Is something wrong? 'The Quibbler' link won't lead to my talk page.ShirleyA 08:52, 7 May 2009 (UTC)
- Something is still wrong. It has turned out looking like this.[[User:ShirleyA|'''ShirleyA''']][[File:Luna Lovegood with Spectrespecs.jpg|35px]]([[User talk:ShirleyA|''The Quibbler'']]) 09:51, 7 May 2009 (UTC)
- Ok. --ShirleyA(The Quibbler) 10:21, 7 May 2009 (UTC)
- Awesome! Thank you very much! ShirleyA(The Quibbler) 10:22, 7 May 2009 (UTC)
- The Dragon Skin Jacket is mentioned in Harry Potter and the Order of Pheonix I think after Fed and George have made money at their joke shop. It is when Harry comes out from Platform 9 and 3/4 If not, it would be the Goblet of Fire. ShirleyA(The Quibbler) 11:14, 8 May 2009 (UTC)
I will help you find a quote for the jacket when I get a hold on the books. Unfortunately, that may take a couple of days. ShirleyA(The Quibbler) 11:24, 8 May 2009 (UTC)
- If you still want a quote for Fred's second hand clothes, there's one in Harry Potter and the Pjhhilosophers stone where Draco Malfoy is like red hair, second hand robes, You must be a Weasley. ShirleyA(The Quibbler) 00:37, 9 May 2009 (UTC)
- Star sign: Aquarius Personality: Eccentric ShirleyA(The Quibbler) 01:10, 9 May 2009 (UTC)
- My wand is sort of evil isn't it? Makes me the enemy of a whole load of people. But still, cool! ShirleyA(The Quibbler) 01:25, 9 May 2009 (UTC)
- Ah yes. I guess so. Oh, and thanks for automatically fixing up that typo. ShirleyA(The Quibbler) 01:29, 9 May 2009 (UTC)
Yes i do i'm just still deciding on what you asked :P --Miniwally 22:19, 9 May 2009 (UTC)
Didn't know where else to put it so i'll put it here
Star Sign: Scorpio
Personality in one word: Clever
- D thanks for the wand i'm impressed surprised by the size though--Miniwally 00:44, 9 May 2009 (UTC)
Star Sign: Taurus Personality in one word: Good-natured (Not sure if this is one word so if it's not here's another- unique) Timbira(Luna Lovegood)
- Birthday: Oct 5
- Personality in one word: Carefree
- Yatanogarasu
- Hi Madam Hooch, Personality: Superstitious; Star Sign: Virgo Mafalda Hopkirk 15:41, 12 May 2009 (UTC)
Birthday: May 24; Star sign: Gemini; Personality: Thoughtful Hermione524 01:35, 29 May 2009 (UTC)
Hi,I'd like a wand please.
- Birthday:October 20 (libra)
- Personality:Brave
Thank You Madam Hooch Hermione821 13:48, 23 July 2009 (UTC)
Hi,I'd like a wand
- Sign:Cancer
- Personality:Defensive
Thanks.--TheAngryEnglishDude 16:18, 28 July 2009 (UTC)
I really need a wand!
- Sign: Libra
- Personality: Hotheaded184.108.40.206 16:45, March 15, 2012 (UTC)thx
RE:Fred Weasley project
I'd be glad to help, although you guys are doing a terrific job on your own. Was there a particular job you wanted me to do? Also I myself was planning a project to improve the Tom Riddle article called Project Snakeface. If your interested in joining let me know, after you've finished with Fred of course. Jayce Carver Talk 10:48, 9 May 2009 (UTC)
- That sounds like a blast, i'd love to join up. Mafalda Hopkirk 15:41, 12 May 2009 (UTC)
Re: Fred Weasley
I wouldn't mind helping out with the Fred Weasley Project. I transferred my "Legacy" section to the project page as requested. :) ★ Starstuff (Owl me!) 11:48, 9 May 2009 (UTC)
- Which subjects under "Magical Abilities and Skills" and "Personal Possessions" are in need of development? Thanks! ★ Starstuff (Owl me!) 12:47, 9 May 2009 (UTC)
Re:Fred Weasley Project
I would be happy to help out; Fred Weasley is one of my favourite characters, and before you started the project, I was trying to expand his article, but it was taking ages all on my own. You guys have done a great job so far. :) Oread (talk) 22:03, 9 May 2009 (UTC)
I'll see what I can do to help. Am I supposed to add myself to the list of members? ShirleyA(The Quibbler) 23:23, 9 May 2009 (UTC)
Yes, you do. -- Madam Hooch(Which Broomstick)
I will do what I can with the Quidditch Pitch article, although I'm not sure how much I can do. As for Quidditch Practise and the projects, I will work on them as much as possible. And can you please make me a wand? My star sign is Taurus (I think; my birthday is May 17), and my personality would be, bright maybe? Thanks a lot. Quidditch Lover (My talk)(contribs) 01:23, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
Giving points
Only Prefects can give or deduct House points. Please do not edit the Hourglass or Points log in the future. ★ Starstuff (Owl me!) 06:38, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
- Sorry! I thought you were two different people! I need to read userpages more carefully from now. Maybe you should move the note on your Madam Hooch userpage to the very top, above the infoboxes, so that this mix-up doesn't occur again. From now on, if you want to add points, can you do it from your Hellabore account, as that one is the Prefect? ★ Starstuff (Owl me!) 06:55, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
- I've also moved your Madam Hooch username on the Participants list and added a note. Technically, you can only play as one person, so all the points earned by Madam Hooch should be given to Hellabore, your main account. ★ Starstuff (Owl me!) 07:03, 13 May 2009 (UTC)
- I've added the things you requested to my to-do list, but it's pretty long, so I can't promise that I'll be able to get them done anytime soon. I've currently got to modify the House Points Game policy to cover alternate accounts.
My Wand
Star sign--Libra
Nature-- confused , dreamy and imaginary most of the time . Say , like Luna Lovegood , but i have good amount of freinds , though !
Raamapriya 07:55, 19 May 2009 (UTC)
Project Fred Weasley
Has the project finished or something? ShirleyA(The Quibbler) 10:20, 19 May 2009 (UTC)
Hey, I know I haven't been doing much for the Quidditch team lately, I just wanted to sorry, my internet has been down and has only just come back up. I'll try to start editing now. Thanks! --Margiechocoholic 10:34, 19 May 2009 (UTC)
Thank you !
Hi , Madam Hooch ! thanks for the wand ! I love it ! Raamapriya
my sig
User name = Raamapriya
fav colours = blue & green
file = hufflepuff
Raamapriya 12:45, 25 May 2009 (UTC)
New Wand
I need a new wand, please.
Star sign/birthday: Taurus/May 15
Personality in one word: intelligent
--Mark (Talk to me) 22:50, 3 July 2009 (UTC)
- Taurus/April 28th :
- Personality in one word: Intellectual.
Profiteor (Owl Me) 09:44, 2 May 2009 (UTC) 23:05, 3 July 2009 (UTC)
New Wand!!
I need a new wand please.
Star sign/birthday: 6th of June/Gemini
Personality in one word: Clever
It would be great if you could make this!
--Brissmas (Ginny Weasley) 12:18, 6 July 2009 (UTC
I'd Like a wand please.
Hello, my name is User:Hermione821 and I'd like a wand plese.
Birthday:20 October (libra) Personality:Brave
Please get back to me with my wand.
Thank You Madam Hooch
Birthday: Jan 29 Personality in one word: Smart
Star sign: Gemini Persoanlity i ne word: Stealthy Spell Master 08:14, October 3, 2009 (UTC)
Birthday : March Persoanlity In One Word: Hardworking--Hogwarts09 21:38, December 30, 2009 (UTC)
Please make me a Wand!! I'm giving you some extra info... just in case.
STAR SIGN: Virgo
PERSONALITY: In one word? (traits of Rowena) Ravenclaw... no really, that describes me.
BEST SKILL(S): Offensive Charms; Offensive hexes, Offensive anything, really.'WAND #: 2 (first wand lost by Buckbeak... Don't wanna talk abotu it but lets just say that buckbeak has my wand in his stomach.... '
FAMED ANSCECTORS: Rowena Ravenclaw, Hermione Granger
YEAR: Well, it changes every year, so why tell if I have to come back and edit in a year, having it on my mind!
MOST DESCRIBING QUOTE: Wit beyond measure is man's greatest treasure. - Rowena Ravenclaw
FAVORITE CLASS: Astronomy, Transfiguration, Charms


text:
As the schedule draws to a close, so, too, does the window for rookies to make an impact in the 2010 MLS season.
Just ask defender Justin Morrow, a second-round selection of San Jose who was loaned Tuesday to the Tampa Bay Rowdies of the USSF D-2. Or Steven Beitashour, another second-round pick who was passed over at right back against Houston on Sunday in favor of Chris Leitch – even though the nine-year veteran hadn't played a league match in three months.
Better yet, just talk to Omar Jasseh, the 17-year-old Gambian who, in April, became the youngest Quake to ever earn a regular-season MLS cap. Since then? He has earned only 48 minutes of league play.
Fans left jaded by missed chances on the part of Ryan Johnson and Cornell Glen and the injury-induced absences of Eduardo and Scott Sealy have been clamoring for Jasseh's top-of-the-line speed to be put to use somewhere on the field, even though the teen has been used solely at right midfield this year.
Coach Frank Yallop, however, remains unmoved.
"Omar's still a young kid that's learning the game, and he's got a ways to go," Yallop told MLSsoccer.com. "We like his potential, but it's not all about dribbling by guys and crossing it. It's about playing the whole game: defense, shape, activity, all the things I want him to do that he's got to learn."
That's not to say Jasseh is overmatched by MLS competition. In his last appearance, against New York on Aug. 28, Jasseh entered in the 63rd minute and needed less than two minutes on the pitch to beat the Red Bulls defense down the right wing.
From that wide position, Jasseh delivered a sparkling cross for Glen, who got a left foot to the ball at the top of the 6-yard box but couldn't really control his shot, which sailed high.
"I'm waiting for my chance and my time," Jasseh told MLSsoccer.com. "That's why any time I have a chance, I need to always do more and try to impress the coaches and the fans. ... I would like to learn from some of my mistakes."
Jasseh got that chance earlier in the season when he spent three weeks away from the Quakes as part of the Gambian Under-20 National Team, which was participating in the 17th African Orange U-20 Championship. The Young Scorpions advanced in the tourney via a 4-1 aggregate win against Sierra Leone. Jasseh scored a goal in Gambia's 4-1 home victory on July 26.
"It was a very good experience for me, because it was my first time playing for my country," Jasseh said. "I was very, very excited. ... One of the [Quakes] coaches was telling me I'm more savvy now, because I played more games there. It's helped me, playing with different countries and different players."
Yallop and the Quakes hope that Jasseh will get a similar chance next season with the potential return of the MLS Reserve League.
"The thing is that he needs games," Yallop said. "He comes back [from Africa], looks sharp and now he starts to fall away a little bit."
Jasseh admitted that he has struggled with the greater emphasis placed on defense for wingers in Yallop's system, who are often asked to track far back into the Quakes' third for support.
"Because of my strength, I'm very good going to the front and doing some things – even in England, my coach didn't give me much to defend," Jasseh said. "You see [Lionel] Messi and [Cristiano] Ronaldo, they don't go defend much. They just do their things [offensively].
"They still have to help, but not like 100 percent. You might defend 40 percent. Here it's different – you're running everywhere, and sometimes that takes me out of the game."
Even so, Jasseh remains an option on the Quakes bench, especially when Yallop feels the need for more speed on the flanks is called for.
"When he came in, he was a bit raw, and the confidence that it shows for coach to put him into close games, late, shows that he's come a long way," Quakes captain Jason Hernandez said.
"For being such a young player, he's able to be dangerous for us going forward and help us out defensively. I think the more he plays and the more he grows, he's going to be more of an asset to us."
Geoff Lepper covers the Earthquakes for MLSsoccer.com. He can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.com. On Twitter: @sjquakes


text:
Your cart is currently empty.
You must create, or login to, a customer account to redeem a gift certificate. A cash amount equal to the gift will be credited to your account.
Forgot your password? Click Here
Create account
Enter the email address associated with your account. If you no longer use the email address associated with your account, please contact customer support.
Copyright © 2020 Jeanne Inc..


text:
Give Now
Find aDoctor
Search All Doctors and Providers Affiliated with WakeMed.
WakeMedPhysician Practices
Search For Providers Who Are Members of WakeMed Physician Practices.
Our Practices
Centers of Excellence
WakeMed PhysicianPractices Specialties
Specialty Hospitals
WakeMed PhysicianPractices Locations
Outpatient Facilities
Find a Service Location
Falls Are Serious
At WakeMed, our goal is to make your stay as safe and comfortable as possible - your health and safety are our top priority. Patients of all ages are at risk of falling during a stay in the hospital, and we make a serious effort to prevent this from happening. It is more common to fall in situations that are strange and unfamiliar to you.
How You Can Help Prevent Falls
Our staff will take measures to prevent falls, but there are ways you can help:
Taking Additional Precautions
Some patients, because of their condition, are identified as being at higher risk for falls. For those patients, we may need to take additional safety precautions.
If you have questions or would like additional information regarding how to prevent falls, feel free to talk with your caregiver.
3000 New Bern Ave.
Raleigh, NC 27610