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Kitchen renovations increase the value of your home, no matter where you live. When you sit down at the drawing board it's easy to want to make drastic changes that feel opposite from what you are currently living with. This space makes modern updates that still allow it to stay light and bright, but add a touch of warmth as well.
Over at Beach Brights they've been busy in the kitchen. Although it functioned just fine before, they thought the space needed a little push to be a bit more inviting. Although most will say a renovation is brought to life by new cabinets, in this case, it was the floor that makes the space the most inviting.
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This is a major renovation though, new cabinets, they tore out the bulk head, what part of this reno is still original?
The lower cabinets are the same. Love the new look. Incredibly refreshing :)
This looks like a major reno. New cabinet uppers, added can lights, new floors, new appliances, new sink, new tile backsplash, new countertops.
I think the lower cabinets are new too. Nice reno, but misrepresented in the post.
Hmm - I'd agree with hdwk......
the lighting along with the warm wood floors made the biggest difference i think. gotta love good lighting. i don't really see how the renovations were misrepresented in the post. i think the point that the post was making is that even with the new cabinets and all, the kitchen overall stayed with the same color scheme and layout.
It also helps that the "after" post includes personal items like the rug, the table, plants. And I sure wish the before and after were photographed from the same spot!
I think the post has been revised. When I first looked at it in google reader it said something about not ripping everything out, which is I think what the earlier comments were referring to.
I agree with lazy_lurker. I hate when the before and after photos are from completely different angles. It makes it hard to compare.
If you click through, you can see the before and after shots from the same angle. You can also see that LITERALLY everything in the room is different. New cabinets, new appliances, new sink, new lights, new hardware, new profile/overlook into the living room, and even a new kitchen door.
Nice, but more in the neighborhood of a 20k redo.
First of all, I am completely honored to be featured on this amazing site. Thank you Sarah.
If you click on the link to my blog that is provided in the article, you can see tons more pictures, at the same angle.
I also break down the cost. Which by the way is not a dime over $10k, labor & materials included my friends. Thank you Ikea and my drywall whisperer, Raul. If you live in Houston, I can totally hook you up!

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Meanwhile, state health officials said on Tuesday they are continuing to investigate a complaint against a Washington therapist who recommended that the defendant, wife and victim, who was then a 15-year-old girl, all sleep in the same bed as a way to "bond."
The girl wound up in foster care after spending most of her childhood in a polygamous group, where she was abused. She met the defendant and his wife soon after she was taken away from her birth parents.
The girl and her adoptive parents started seeing a therapist to address what they were told were the girl's "abandonment and attachment issues," court papers said.
That's when the therapist recommended that they all sleep together in the same bed. Police interviewed the therapist, who confirmed that she'd suggested "attachment therapy," Snohomish County deputy prosecutor Adam Cornell wrote in charging papers.
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Yep, so let those film makers know that you're planning on joining the unions before the shoot days. If they love you like you say, then they have plenty of time to make it a SAG low budget film.
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I think it's frustration more than arrogance. The question has been answered. I get it, you were probably hoping someone would say it's okay and go for it.
It's simple, you have two choices. Don't do the projects and join, Don't join and do the projects. You have to figure out what's more important.
If it were me, I would do the projects, get the great footage for a reel, which is like gold these days, and join later.
Everyone wants a reel, even student stuff. Check the cost of having someone make a descent reel, It's upward of 1,000.00. This way, at least you will have something organic.
If you want to do this right, you only have two choices.
Good luck.
You're an idiot if you pay $1000 for a reel.
You can upload the dvd footage from your past projects to your computer and create 30 second clips yourself with iMovie or some easy program.
Reels are becoming a thing of the past. Cds want clips. They don't have time sitting through all 2 minutes.
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Wait... If I do short monologues and make them into clips that look like they come from some scene, is that ok?
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Well, I guess I'm not an "idiot" because I haven't, and wont pay that. I've looked into it before, but passed. I was just making a point in case the OP doesn't have any work to edit. Just in case, I meant, to write, shoot, edit, and prepare copy. Not to just edit what you already have.
I went to a Liferaft event at SAG on the reel issue. Casting and agents on the panel. They all said, they hate home made stuff. They all said, if you make your own, it better be the highest quality, especially the writing. Some people don't have the resources to do this themselves. Yeah, that's a freakin lot of money, and I've seen some of these that I wouldn't pay 100.00 for. Some people don't really have a choice. Clips or reels, you have to have something.
I'm not talking about home produced stuff. I'm talking about your current footage. If you at least get 15-30 secs of quality footage, awesome!
You can for free extract the DVD footage to your computer and use a program like I movie to get the footage that best shows you.
Clips are 30 sec excerpts from QUALITY films and shows that you've already done.
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I appreciate all the feedback guys. I always recommend this message board to every young actor I meet, because of all the great feedback and input that everybody always throws in.
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Wait... what? For real? I was told that if I signed the contracts before I joined I was fine. Would I call SAG to find out what the rules are if the merger goes through? (I'm only in AFTRA at the moment so this hasn't been a concern until now)
Is SAG fielding questions to people who are AFTRA only about the merger?
Bad news bears if this is the case. I'm lined up for a few months of non-union work that won't be finished by the time the unions merge and they told me going ULB would be a problem.
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Scoobings... hate to break it to you, but if you're already a member of AFTRA, you're still not allowed to do non-union work. Period. AFTRA's "No contract, no work" is equivalent to SAG's "Global One" rule. If you're a member of one union, you DO NOT work non-union in any sister union's jurisdiction. AFTRA may not enforce it to the degree SAG does, but make no mistake, you are still violating that pledge and working off card.
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Right, but I was under the impression that since I signed the contract before I joined that was OK. Looks like I need to make some phone calls
"Absorb what is useful, Discard what is not, Add what is uniquely your own." - Bruce Lee
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No, that doesn't make it ok. The date the contract is signed has nothing to do with it.
Once you are a union member you can not work non union. Simple as that.
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Having worked both non-union jobs in the beginning and now doing only union work, it is truly amazing the difference between the two...
You just have to step up to the plate and stay union!
I'd never be interested in any non-union stuff now at all.
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Every non union gig I did, especially for schools, the project got Sag to give us paperwork which made it ok to work non union.
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The problem is that this isn't a student film so that doesn't work :\ This is an indi film and the budget, according to the last time I talked to the director, was too high to qualify for ULB. This director also told me not to worry about signing the contracts with him because I was signing before I joined AFTRA, so I'd be OK to work the film in April.
On hold at AFTRA right now, I'll let you know if I find out anything that hasn't been said here already.
Meh, I keep just getting an answering machine. I'll try tomorrow.
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Pulled Pork
The shoulder cuts are the best choice for making pulled pork. Often, you'll find different names for these cuts including; Pork Shoulder, Pork Butt, Pork Butt Eye Roast, Boston Butt, Picnic Shoulder, Pork Chuck and many others. They all come from the same portion of the pig so don't panic if you don't see what you are looking for. Plus, if your butcher is worth his weight in...well...anything, he can and should help you find or cut whatever you need.
My personal favorite is the Boneless Pork Butt Eye Roast. It is small enough for a great meal and big enough for just the right amount of leftovers. For reference, the roast in the following pictures is about 3-4 lbs.
Season both sides.
I like to use Spade L Ranch Pork chop & rib seasoning.
Cook in a covered crock pot on high for one hour. Crock pot cooking is usually synonymous with having to add moisture to its contents. The Pork Butt is one of a handful of exceptions. They are loaded with marbling and won't dry out.
Continue cooking on low for 6-7 hours.
Total cooking time 7-8 hours
Take two forks and gently pull meat apart.
There will be some left over juices, you can drain it if you like.
From here you can either go ahead and mix in bbq sauce or eat it plain.
I like to keep it plain and add the bbq sauce once it's on the sandwich, so I can use it for other meals later. Plus, the beauty of pork is in its great flavor. I goes with just about anything. Salads? Check.
Sandwiches? Check.
Mexican dishes like burritos or carnitas? Check.
Over rice? Check.
Quick snack? Double check.
The BBQ sauce is Shirley J's Root Beer BBQ Sauce.
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- Amanda the Couch said...
holy yummy! i am so making it this week. Looks like little Spence and I will be making a stop into Sniders soon.
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- Eliminate Belly Fat said...
Pulled pork, how yummy, my mouth is watering thinking about it, haven't made in forever. Well with this heat I think we have become rabbits with all the vegetables we have been eating. I am gonna have to make me some pulled pork, thanks.
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Laura Frye is shown in the photo with her brother, Kevin, and father, Perry. Laura fondly remembers helping her grandparents on their dairy farm before they sold their milking herd in 2003. Because of their passion to continue their involvement in the dairy business, the Frye family continues to raise a small herd of 4-H cows and help Grandpa and Grandma raise replacement heifers. Laura writes, "I believe that it has taught me important life skills such as dedication, commitment and responsibility."
Everson Jerseys Dairy, Jamie Everson, Canfield, OH
The Eversons of Canfield, OH, milk 30 Jerseys together as a family. Jamie Everson writes that farming every day with her husband and children is a joy. Their daughter, Austynn Faith, is shown in the photo. "Austynn loves to push up feed during the day with me. I love the fact that we get to be home as a family, working together and teaching our kids responsibility and respect for life!"
San Isidro Jerseys, Bernadette Estacio, Turlock, CA
San Isidro Jerseys is a family operation that is home to 1,200 Jerseys. The Estacio family loves that dairy farming allows them to work outside every day and enjoy the beauty of Mother Nature. In reference to her winning photo entry, Bernadette Estacio writes, "Raising our children on the dairy farm is so rewarding. They have learned to raise their own animals, which has taught them responsibility, respect and a work ethic. Every year, our children enter their dairy animals in the county fair, and everyone pitches in to help train the animals, even my 6-year-old son."
Enchanted Dairy, Jeannie Miller, Little Falls, MN
Jeannie Miller is proud to share that Enchanted Dairy is a family farm that is devoted to compassionate animal care and sound environmental stewardship. The farm's team of 24 employees, who care for 2,500 cows, is committed to the responsibility of producing wholesome, nutritious milk for many to enjoy!


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A local man woke up to find his home splattered in ketchup, eggs and syrup last month.
Police have charged Tamara Hyler, the victim's ex wife, with vandalism and two cases of contributing to the delinquency of a minor in connection with the incident.
Police said Hyler showed up to the house the victim shares with his new spouse with her daughter, shared by the victim, and some of the daughter's friends.
All of the gooey substance left behind caused damage to the paint on two cars at the home, including a Mercedes.
Police said Hyler stayed in the car while the others doused the front yard mailbox and cars with eggs, toilet paper, streamers, syrup and ketchup.
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Teen comedies dealing with coming-of-age, teenage angst in love, etc., have been around for decades, and some, like Porkys and American Pie, are classics. Unfortunately, Sex and the Teenage Mind (2002) is not a classic, but instead a lame, silly, mostly unfunny rip-off of it's predecessors. The women look fine, but the script simply doesn't produce.
A nerd longs for the school beauty, girlfriend of the football hero. When the nerd defends the beauty against an evil teacher, he gets his chance.
Yeah, that's it. There's no more. It's plain dumb. Even worse, for some reason, though the movie is rated R which normally means topless nudity is OK, the nudity was stripped from the American version and included only in the European version. Fortunately, they DID include it in the deleted scenes of the American DVD. Once again, political correctness runs amuck.
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Would you believe that this beautiful hand-painted bathroom floor started off as unfinished plywood subfloor? Now, it's a graphic black-(actually very chocolate-y dark brown)-and-white painted rug that perfectly compliments the rest of the room:
Spotted at The DIY Showoff, there's even a tutorial on how to do something similar yourself.
Starting from an unfinished plywood subfloor in an old farmhouse, there was much sanding to provide a smoother surface. The floor was painted in a gorgeous dark brown porch paint (Valspar Porch and Floor paint in "Journey"), then the "rug" was laid out in a contrasting white. A border was taped off and painted, then the pattern was stenciled on for the finishing touch. To see it all, including more before and after shots, head on over to the The DIY Showoff.
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Pretty damn cute!
It's lovely AND it coordinated with the adorable wiener dog oh so well!
Absolutely beautiful! I love when someone chooses a non-traditional approach to design - in this case starting with a simple material like a plywood base rather than going to the store and purchasing tiles.
Does anyone know what brand and color are on the walls? It's exactly the shade I'm looking for.
Beautiful! Great idea to use porch paint, too.
Awesome! It actually makes me wish I had a plywood floor I could paint, and that's saying something! I love how you got creative and created a gorgeous look out of something as lowly as a plywood floor.
dachshund love!
WOW! What a great job! I have been wanting to stencil my potting room floor, but it will never look THIS cool! Nice. :)
Very impressive, just beautiful.
I dont think I would have the patience for such an elaborate pattern.
So..., how does one wash the floor? It looks beautiful but I can see the dust and hair, so prevalent in our bathrooms, making this choice a not so sensible one.
This is a wonderful fix for inexpensive update and I am seriously considering this for my bedroom and office.
brubeck3, porch paint is quite durable. I'm sure it could withstand a light mopping now and again.
thats beautiful, i love the wall stripes too!
Great wall stripes! I'll definitely keep this as an inspiration photo for when I discover the shape my bathroom floor is in under the ugly sheet vinyl.
Gamosa- I loved the colors for the wall stripes too so I looked through her blog and found it, Benjamin Moore Light Pewter for the base color and Benjamin Moore Nimbus for the stripe. Here's the post she did on painting her walls
Way to see potential where I would have just seen an unfinished floor! It's gorgeous.
brubeck3 - her blog says she has 3 coats of sealer on top of the paint.
wow I love this!! A porch would be a great idea!
Thanks for your sweet comments everyone and thanks A.T. (RY) for the sharing my project with your readers. I'm honored! Who cares that Phil saw his shadow today - I'm smiling now! :)
Really beautiful.
Roeshel- The stripes on the wall are great. What paint colors did you use?
StudioStarter - sorry! If you're still wondering and didn't see it mentioned above or in my blog post, colors are BM Light Pewter and BM Nimbus. :)
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I love analytics, I could sit for hours in front of a spreadsheet with a thousand formulas dissecting data from every possible angle, but the truth is that 9 times out of 10, the analytics account in question hasn't been set up to give me the data I want or need.
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It all starts with planning the implementation of your analytics. You want to ensure that you have the data you need when you need it. Later on, you'll develop routine processes to get the most out of your analytics, as well as some more complex analysis that will make all the difference in how you run campaigns and marketing efforts.
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Excellent location – rated 9/10! (score from 380 reviews)
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Outdoor Pool (all year), Sun Deck
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Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 14 per day.
Room Service, Vending Machine (drinks), Vending Machine (snacks), Shuttle Service (free), Airport Shuttle (free), 24-Hour Front Desk, Baggage Storage, ATM on site, Dry Cleaning, Business Center, Fax/Photocopying
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Boasting 3 on-site restaurants and a free shuttle service to San Diego Zoo, Seaport Village and San Diego Airport, Wyndham San Diego Bayside is on the San Diego Bay across from the cruise terminal.
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Overlooking San Diego Bay, this waterfront hotel is next to the San Diego Convention Center and PETCO Park, home of the San Diego Padres professional baseball team. It features a full-service spa.
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Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & MarinaSet on Shelter Island, along the San Diego Bay, this hotel offers a private marina, stunning views of the bay and enjoyable facilities, including an on-site restaurant.
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The Domestic staff attended well to their tasks. Desk staff were courteous but could have been somewhat more outgoing and alive!
Breakfast was rather crowded. The lady in attendance each morning was kept busy but I thought an active host presence would have been welcoming. An alert to the paucity of good eating places nearby would have helped.
the location & it was good value for money
We had a great view from our room the sunsets was amazing, good size room for 3 people. Only ten minutes walk to the gaslamp where all the nightlife is at and a few minutes from the pier where you could hire boats etc.
Bit far from the beach but in San Diego it's one or the other ie city nightlife / quiet beach
almost everything
balcony non smoking
Great location ,car safe ,pool ,room with view of harbour. Fantastic restaurant next door for breakfast and great dinner .
We had a really nice size room with a balcony, and absolutely beautiful view. The location was great, and could have walked to Seaport Village. Would definitely stay there again.
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Good location for a station. Very clean room!
Town centre location, close to amenities and just 200 yards from the seafront. Rooms were modern, clean and nicely decorated. Breakfast was included and offered a good variety of food.
Additional charge for parking of $14.00 per day.
Breakfast was great.
Proximity to harbour and ease of access to most attractions. Staff very helpful.
- Willingness of staff to assist with organzing transport to near by locations and transport to the Airport. - Greeting from reception staff every time I entered the building -Central to most attractions.
Good location, free breakfast, parking was not as high as other hotels, comfortable beds. Smoking areas. Clean rooms with Fridge and microwave. Nice staff
Visiting from Australia and hotel was a short walk to little Italy. Great Italian run restaurants in little Italy. Also close to transport hub for tourist and local options.
Wi fi was insecure and firewall was activated several times to prevent unwanted access to laptop. Would give the breakfast a miss next time. French and Italian cafés nearby better food.
Superb position, you can walk everywhere downtown San Diego. Excellent breakfast, car parking, I would love to go again and could recommend this hotel to anyone. Our large comfortable room was on 8th floor with balcony, superb view towards the seafront, you could see the Star of India, sailing ship. Loads of good restaurants close by, Little Italy is two minutes walk.
Nothing !
Swimming pool was very small and useless.
Location is great, just a short walk to the ocean-front. Breakfast was good, although you have to go next-door to the restaurant.
Only one elevator was working on the week-end we were there, so there were long waits at peak times (we were on the 9th floor). We thought they should have had someone come in to speed up repairs as the hotel seemed quite full. Paying for parking!
The front desk people were very kind & helpful (I had locked my room key in my room & another time left it in my car & didn't want to go all the way to the top level of the parking garage to get it) & they helped me with new cards.
The loud kids across the hall from me & the small parking spaces.
comfortable bed spacious room for walker black out curtains housekeeping was good
dirty carpets no counter space for toiletries woman in a handicapped room had to ask for power bar as electrical outlets not convenient
Location was perfect for seeing San Diego without a car. Walking distance to sites and transportation.
Lack of exercise room, 1 elevator out of order during entire stay.
The location was close to Little Italy and the harbor.
Everything was good except for one thing--- the tap water was hot and unstable !
After I complained about the "cold" water tap running out hot water most of the time and after the front desk person checked it and agreed that it was too hot for a shower, it was not fixed! That's why I rate your facilities "just so so".
This was a very good find at the last minute, price for the location was good and included a decent breakfast. Not far to walk to the main downtown areas. Very clean and comfortable rooms. I paid a lot more in some Californian locations but this Best Western is above their normal standards.
Very close to great restaurants and easy to catch the trolley. Also walked to the waterfront easily.
great location and view from room
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Take a little inspiration from the U.S. Ski Team and come prepared for your next trip to the slopes. Your favorite athletes know better than anyone that skimping on cold weather gear means you might catch a cold and be indisposed when the next ski opportunity comes along. Sport this Leah beanie from Neve to be sure you'll never miss out on another opportunity. It features woven graphics, an embroidered U.S. Ski Team logo at the front left and a cute pom on top. A fleece band around the crown will provide a little extra insulation from those same blustery winds that are constantly challenging your dedicated U.S. Ski Team athletes.
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phenomenonSyllabification: phe·nom·e·non
Pronunciation: /fəˈnäməˌnän , fəˈnäməˌnən /
noun (plural phenomena /-nə/)
1A fact or situation that is observed to exist or happen, especially one whose cause or explanation is in question: glaciers are unique and interesting natural phenomena
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- I might add that sometimes explanations of physical phenomena involve mathematical facts.
- It was left to Newton to provide the mathematical explanation of the phenomena that they observed.
- They want science to be redefined to include non-natural or supernatural explanations for natural phenomena.
occurrence, event, happening, fact, situation, circumstance, experience, case, incident, episode
1.1A remarkable person, thing, or event.
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late 16th century: via late Latin from Greek phainomenon 'thing appearing to view', based on phainein 'to show'.
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Stuart Murray Williams works as a trainer and consultant under the auspices of the Anabaptist Network. He is the founder of Urban Expression, an urban mission and church planting agency which prioritises the inner cities and the margins.
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Industrial designer Lukasz Opalinski, in collaboration with ship builder Oceanco, is designing what may be the world's most unique and technologically advanced mega yacht. The 295 foot ship is set to challenge conventional design in two major ways. The first is bringing people on the yacht closer to the water in an effort to provide more direct access to the ocean. The second is making the ship more eco- friendly by using hydrogen injectors to boost fuel performance. Interesting design aspects include an emphasis on windows to enhance daylight and aesthetic design and a detachable mini pool that can float away from the ship but is still tethered by an underwater cable.
Project Magnitude To Challenge Mega Yacht DesignJune 7th, 2011
Gulf Craft Sells Majesty 88April 21st, 2011
Yachting enthusiasts may be interested to hear that Gulf Craft recently sold a Majesty 88, which was displayed at the Singapore Yacht Show. The Majesty 88 is a stunning flybridge yacht with four cabins that can accommodate eight guests. Gulf Craft is currently on a 6-week tour of the region to showcase the superyacht along with the Majesty 56.
Superyacht Docks at Annapolis Yacht BasinApril 15th, 2011
The largest boat to dock at Annapolis Yacht Basin, Martha Ann, is surely drawing a lot of attention to match its size. At 230-feet, the superyacht tops the 211-foot Aquarius that visited last year. Although the owner of the yacht in unconfirmed, it is featured on The Halle Cos.' website as a featured project. Built in 2007, Martha Ann features six decks, a 1,400 square-foot master suite, a glass lobby elevator, and other luxurious accommodations.
Benetti Launches New 65-meter YachtApril 5th, 2011
The spring is just starting but a number of new yachts have already been launched this year. Yesterday, popular Italian yacht manufacturer Benetti launched a 65-meter yacht named Nataly. Built under the name Amnesia IV, this white beauty features five contemporary staterooms that will accommodate ten guests. With a top speed of 15 knots, Nataly can cruise for 5,000 nautical miles at 12 knots. Featuring two CAT 3516B, 1,685 kW engines and a maximum beam of 11.75 meters, this luxury yacht will provide a comfortable cruising experience for any yachting enthusiast.
World's Largest Yacht Seen in the CaribbeanMarch 8th, 2011
Yacht lovers may be interested to hear that the world's largest and most expensive yacht was seen docked in the Caribbean. At 557 feet, the Eclipse is owned by the Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich. This megayacht boasts many extravagant features such as a German missile-defense system, a 12-seat antipiracy submarine, and a hangar that can accommodate two helicopters. The Eclipse has nine decks and can reach a maximum speed of 33 knots. Those who are interested in superyachts can find out more about this and other amazing vessels.
MarineMax ExpandsMarch 1st, 2011
Recreational boat and yacht retailer, MarineMax Inc., is expanding to Panama City, Florida. MarineMax recently acquired Treasure Island Marina's retail sale and brokerage operation for its 57th location. The store will specialize in major boat manufacturers such as Boston Whaler and Sea Ray yachts. Those who are interested will also find a variety of marine products and parts such as engines and navigation equipment.
Singapore Yacht ShowFebruary 24th, 2011
Yachting enthusiasts may consider checking out the Singapore Yacht Show on April 8-10. Show organizers expect about 5,000 attendees and 20 boats, small in comparison to other major shows but a big step for Southeast Asia. Singapore is projected to become a major player in the yachting industry in the near future. Those who are interested in buying a yacht can find out more about popular yacht manufacturers and models such as Marquis and Sunseeker yachts.
Stunning Yachts Docked in MiamiFebruary 18th, 2011
The Miami International Boat Show is here and lots of yachting enthusiasts are expected to attend the event this weekend. The biggest yacht that will be featured is "Remember When" but there will also be a great selection of smaller and more affordable motor yachts. In addition to various yacht types such as sailing yachts and extravagant luxury yachts, the show will feature marine accessories, parts and services.
The Mauro Lecci Lamborghini YachtFebruary 15th, 2011
Yachting enthusiasts looking for the latest in yacht concepts may want to check out the Mauro Lecci Lamborghini Yacht. Inspired by the Lamborghini automobile, this superyacht is the epitome of luxury. Constructed with Kevlar/carbon and powered by dual high-performance engines, this yacht provides a smooth and comfortable ride. Those who are interested in buying a yacht can find out more about new motor yacht models on the market.
Heesen Prepares to launch 50-meter YachtFebruary 3rd, 2011
Popular yacht manufacturer Heesen Yachts is preparing to launch a 50-meter yacht, the first of a new series of 50-meter yachts. Known as YN15250, the new motor yacht will have six staterooms for up to twelve guests. With twin MTU 16V 4000 engines, it will reach 23 knots. Yachting enthusiasts who are interested can find out more about this and other top yacht manufacturers such as Cabo Yachts and Sunseeker Yachts.


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The IRS is now giving local law enforcement more power when it comes to
cracking down on tax identity theft.
The feds have launched a new program to help police pursue the thieves and
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I can't believe my preemie doesn't even look like a preemie anymore! Hannah will be three in August and finally looks and acts like other children her age! [:D][:D] We are dealing with ADHD problems (although she is too young to be officially diagnosed) and she may have some fine motor skill delays, we'll find out in a couple of weeks. She has been in Speech therapy for several months and is about to graduate! She is just about caught up in speech and language. We're so proud of our one pound wonder!
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Richard Lichtman is a philosopher who specializes in the relationship between the social and psychological dimensions of human life. His approach is broadly interdisciplinary: he has taught in departments of philosophy (University of California, Berkeley), humanities (San Francisco State University), sociology (University of California, Santa Cruz) and psychology (The Wright Institute, California School of Professional Psychology, etc.) and has been a faculty member of the Council on Educational Development (CED) program at the University of California, Los Angeles. His books also indicate the range of his interests: Essays in Critical Social Theory covers a broad range of topics in economic, social, and political theory, while The Production of Desire is a detailed analysis of the works of Marx and Freud.
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For a hundred years, the road sat unused and pretty much unknown, lost in the mists of time. The road ran from Hermit Valley on Ebbetts Pass (Highway 4) in a northerly direction for about 15 miles through Deer Valley and on to Blue Lakes and Hope Valley on Carson Pass (Highway 88).
With the end of the Second World War and the conclusion of the Korean War, the American people had a booming economy, leisure time and multitudes of war-surplus jeeps. It was probably inevitable that the four-wheel-drive craze was born. Four-wheeling in the '50s was in its infancy, and there were no rules — and no guidebooks. You just took your jeep out in the woods or desert and drove wherever it struck your fancy.
As a youngster growing up in the '50s, I remember staying every summer at Hermit Valley. One evening, sitting around the campfire, we were discussing what we might do for the next day and somehow decided to try to find the traces of the old wagon road and see if we could drive our trusty jeep to Deer Valley.
What began as a lark that might take a day or so became an adventure that lasted most of the summer. Finding the remnants of a wagon trail that had been abandoned in the forest for a hundred years was a lot more difficult than it seemed at first. Our starting point was a few old stones in a meadow beside the Mokelumne River that were all that remained of a hotel built to serve the traveling public. Those old foundation stones are still in the meadow in Hermit Valley and are visible from Highway 4.
With a firm starting point, survey stakes and plastic flagging material, we spread out into the forest in a northerly direction. Our most important signs were scrape marks on the rocks made by the wheels of the horse-drawn wagons. While the actual wheels of the wagons were made of sturdy oak, the rims were covered with iron, which scratched and gouged the rocks as they were passed over by a thousand wagons.
Whenever we found such marks, we flagged them with yellow plastic crime-scene tape we got as surplus from the local police department. Sometimes we'd tie a strip of flag material on a handy tree limb or bush, but sometimes we would drive a survey stake into the dirt next to the road. Working our way from flag to flag, we finally marked out the route of the old emigrant road all the way from the hotel foundation in Hermit Valley to an old sawmill site on Deer Creek in Deer Valley.
The most prominent remnant of the sawmill was a cast-iron capstan that sat nestled in a pile of old rotten boards. The capstan sat on a three-legged cast-iron base that had one broken leg that had been repaired with an iron patch riveted on both sides of the break. Those old pioneers were an amazingly inventive lot.
Finally, the big day arrived, when we had the old road completely marked and it was time to attempt to drive a vehicle along the old road from Hermit Valley to Deer Valley. We got the jeep stuck numerous times and would break out the winch, pry bars, jacks and come-alongs, but combined with the labors of a gaggle of adults and kids, we finally made the first modern journey on the old emigrant road.
Countless other four-wheel-drive vehicles have traversed in the intervening 50 years, and the trail is marked by innumerable busted auto parts and oil stains. Now on a typical summer weekend, it isn't unusual for several dozen four-wheel-drive vehicles to traverse what has become known as the Deer Valley Road. I think if old Snowshoe Thompson saw such a convoy, he'd have to shake his head in wonder.
If you are looking to combine history and family recreation, you might want to consider a family excursion along the Deer Valley Road.
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03 October 2013
Photo: Paul ZimmerFlavia Pennetta at the 2009 final
When Italy and Russia meet in the 2013 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas World Group Final it will be the fifth time the two nations have met in the last eight years but Flavia Pennetta doesn't believe this familiarity will give either team an advantage.
"We have played against them so many times and we know almost every player and they know us really well…I think it's going to be really tough for both teams but it's 50-50 - you never know what will happen," explained Pennetta, who has been a member of three Fed Cup winning teams.
Two of those title-winning ties came alongside Francesca Schiavone, Sara Errani and Roberta Vinci and it is anticipated that Italian captain Corrado Barazzutti will call upon the same faithful quartet for November's Final.
"The captain is going to bring the best team he can bring," continued the Italian. "[Karin] Knapp and [Camilla] Giorgi play really good so maybe he will decide to switch with some of us but I think he loves this team and the way it is."
It will be Barazzutti's 30th tie as Fed Cup captain - a role he has undertaken for the past 12 years.
"In the beginning it was really tough for him because he was always coaching a guy so it was not easy for him to come with four women. But now he understands how to talk with us and what he has to say to us," said Pennetta. "He's a really good captain; I would love to give him the chance to have another victory."
While Italy has fielded the same foursome for 11 of the past 13 ties, Russia has such strength in depth that you can never be sure who captain Shamil Tarpischev will choose.
"We don't know who will play for them," continued the 31-year-old. "They have so many choices they can make three teams not one! We are not going to know anything until the last moment but it's going to be difficult whoever they decide to bring to the team."
One advantage Italy holds over its opponents however is where the Final will take place – on home soil at the Tennis Club Cagliari in Sardinia.
"It's a really nice place - Cagliari is a lovely city so I think a lot of people can come and support us. We are really happy to play in Italy, we are really happy to play another final and we are looking for another win - we hope!"
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COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho- Dozens of local wildfires put local firefighters on standby on Tuesday. North Idaho firefighters could be called to the fire lines at any moment.
Firefighter Mike Almas returned from battling a Montana wildfire on Sunday. The wildfire season already sent Almas to four wildfires since June. He has battled flames in Montana and Wyoming.
"I think after 25 years you get used to it, and you expect it, and it's our job," said Almas.
The Coeur d'Alene based firefighter works for the U.S. Forest Service. Although, he is not the only Idaho firefighter being sent out of state.
About 100 other U.S. Forest Service firefighters from north Idaho are battling fires more than 100 miles from home.