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And the original Bond girl Ursula Andress and 'One Million Years BC' star Raquel Welch made it into the top ten, despite it being decades since they wowed cinema-goers with their toned bodies.
Last year Marilyn came second in a poll naming the Best Celebrity Body of All Time, while Kelly Brook was crowned winner. And as with the recent survey slimmer women such as Kate Moss and Victoria Beckham were less popular, coming in at 21st and 22nd respectively.
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3Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Institute for Meteorology and Climate Research – Atmospheric Trace Gases and Remote Sensing, Karlsruhe, Germany
Abstract. More than 450 air samples that were collected in the upper troposphere – lower stratosphere (UTLS) region around the tropopause (TP) by the CARIBIC aircraft (Civil Aircraft for the Regular Investigation of the Atmosphere Based on an Instrument Container) have been analyzed for molecular hydrogen (H2) mixing ratios (m(H2)) and H2 isotopic composition (deuterium content, δD).
More than 120 of the analysed samples consisted of air from the lowermost stratosphere (LMS). These show that m(H2) does not vary appreciably with O3-derived height above the thermal TP, whereas δD does increase with height. The isotope enrichment is caused by competing H2 production and destruction processes that enrich the stratospheric H2 reservoir in deuterium (D); the exact shapes of the profiles are mainly determined by mixing of stratospheric with tropospheric air. Tight negative correlations are found between δD and the mixing ratios of methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O), as a result of the relatively long lifetimes of these three species. The correlations are described by δ D [‰]=-0.35 · m(CH4)[ppb]+768 and δD [‰]=-1.90 · m(N2O)[ppb]+745. These correlations are similar to previously published results and likely hold globally.
Samples that were collected from the Indian subcontinent up to 40° N before, during and after the summer monsoon season show no significant seasonal change in m(H2), but δD is up to 15‰ lower in the July, August and September monsoon samples. This δD lowering is correlated with m(CH4) increase. The significant correlation with m(CH4) and the absence of a perceptible m(H2) increase that accompanies the δD lowering indicates that microbial production of very D-depleted H2 in the wet season may contribute to this phenomenon.
Some of the samples have very high m(H2) and very low δD values, which indicates a pollution effect. Aircraft engine exhaust plumes are a suspected cause, since the effect mostly occurs in samples collected close to airports, but no similar signals are found in other chemical tracers to support this. The isotopic source signature of the H2 pollution seems to be on the low end of the signature for fossil fuel burning.
Citation: Batenburg, A. M., Schuck, T. J., Baker, A. K., Zahn, A., Brenninkmeijer, C. A. M., and Röckmann, T.: The stable isotopic composition of molecular hydrogen in the tropopause region probed by the CARIBIC aircraft, Atmos. Chem. Phys. Discuss., 12, 589-622, doi:10.5194/acpd-12-589-2012, 2012.


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A rash of car break-ins has one Savannah community on high alert.
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They're telling folks to "Lock It or Lose It." "We've put yard signs all over the neighborhood. We've also passed out flyers, and we've actually increased our area, not just Kensington Park. We've done the entire perimeter. We feel like if we can keep these criminals from coming into our neighborhood, then they're going to get frustrated and they're going to leave and these crimes will stop." said Miller.To avoid becoming the next victim the association says residents should keep their car doors locked at all times, remove any extra set of keys from you car, make sure you remove your valuble items from the car, and double check to make sure your car is locked before going to bed at night. "This is probably one of the safer neighborhoods in Savannah so to see this kind of crime is something we want to stop. We want to nip it in the bud." said Miller.
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Ogden » Near the end of Sunday night's game between the Ogden Raptors and the Casper Ghosts at Lindquist Field, Pam Sorensen reached into her purse and her hand fell on five general admission tickets for future Raptors games.
Sorensen and her husband, Roger, are both season-ticket holders and have little use for these tickets. However, Pam Sorensen said that she keeps a huge stack of general admission tickets at their home in Brigham City, with hopes of giving them away.
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The Raptors' giveaway of 1 million general admission tickets for 34 of their 38 home games through local McDonald's restaurants, considered to be the first such promotion of its kind in professional baseball, adds another innovative promotion to the portfolio of Baggott, who has gained a reputation as a guru of eccentric promotions and marketing. Baggott's lively imagination has paid dividends for the Raptors, who have led the Pioneer League in attendance for nine consecutive years.
However, this latest Baggott brainchild serves to help fans endure a difficult economic recession, not simply to entertain them.
"What better way to show the community that we're sensitive to what is perceived as a down economic turn right now?" said Baggott, who doubles as the team's public address announcer. "We put together a million tickets, where fans can come to the ballpark for 34 of the 38 home games absolutely on us. In other words, we're telling you that when you're sitting at home trying to figure out where to spend your hard-earned dollars on entertainment, you can cross us off the list, because we've got you covered."
Lindquist Field has a seating capacity of 6,700, making it impossible that it would come anywhere close to holding 1 million people for a single season. However, with 1 million free general admission tickets available at McDonald's restaurants from Centerville to Brigham City and patrons able to practically take as many as they want, there will be no shortage of opportunities for fans to gain free admission to the ballpark.
Ogden, the Pioneer League affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers, fell, 5-2, to Casper in its fourth home game of the season, but fans, who came by in the droves with their free general admission tickets, at least got to see the action for free.
"For [management] to come out and do that this year, I thought it was amazing," Pam Sorensen said. "Everybody I know has these McDonald's tickets; they're using them."
An added stipulation is that fans can upgrade the general admission tickets to reserve box seats for $5. Those who choose to upgrade their seats receive a $2.50 discount off food purchases for that night at Lindquist Field. The ballclub also makes it easier on the wallet by giving every child under 12 a free hot dog, drink, cookie and bag of chips at each Sunday game.
"Part of it is the way our ownership views being the local baseball team. It's our duty to offer games to the community," Raptors vice president John Stein said. "It might sound like free doesn't work, but empty seats never bought a hot dog and a soda, either."
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Fans still laugh when reminiscing about "Bassackwards Night" in 2007, when players wore uniforms with the team's name and numbers displayed backward and the game was played from the ninth inning to the national anthem. Few will forget "International Olympic Committee Bribery Night" of 2000, which highlighted the bribery scandal of the Salt Lake City Winter Olympics and had fans writing lies on sheets of paper for free tickets and a shot at season tickets for 2000 and 2002.
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How to fix a dripping external tap?
My tap outside of my house is dripping. My understanding from the previous owners is that it has been dripping for years.
Should it just be replaced or can it possibly be fixed?
You just need to replace the faucet washer. Google "How to replace a faucet washer".
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If I turn off the water(water to the entire house), and remove this screw, will this allow me to replace any worn parts? (faucet washer)
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Note: this tap is 29 years old, and has been dripping for at least 2-8 years (info from previous owners)
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It is not that "old" looking but I suspect the screw I see will allow me to do the same fix.
Im off to find the house shut off for the water, there does not seem to be one for the faucet itself... It is +5C today after weeks of -20 to -30 C here (canada) thank god this didnt cause an pipe to break in the house.
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Here are some pics. After taking the faucet apart I dont know what to do next.
I removed a screw that just holds the plastic control on. So I then, used a wrench to remove another part...
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Ive also attached a pic of the two parts removed so far.
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It looks like you have a frostproof hosebib. To find the washer you have to unthread the shaft that runs down the middle of the hose bib. Shut the water off to the whole house, put just the round plastic handle on the hose bib and turn counter clockwise. The shaft should come out. You will find the rubber washer on the end of the shaft.
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SPOKANE, Wash.--The Bing Crosby Theater in Downtown Spokane is hosting a Super Bowl viewing party on Sunday.
Employees spent hours getting the theater ready on Saturday afternoon.
The theater holds about 750 people. Employees said they were planning to have about that many guests for the Super Bowl. Employees wanted to make sure everything was perfect.
It was a day full of test runs for employees at the Bing Crosby Theater on Saturday. They tested their video and audio to make sure everything will go smoothly on Sunday.
A technical team was working to get rid of any glitches.
"We want to make sure when that game comes on it comes on in high definition," said technical director Tony Kacalek.
This will be the first Super Bowl viewing party for the theater. Employees hope to drag Seahawks fans out of their living rooms and into their seats.
"Or you could be here with 750 of other fans and friends cheering the game on," said event organizer Louie Flores III.
The event kicks off at 2:00 p.m. Sunday and admission is a suggested $5 donation.


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Expelled Rep. Carlos Henriquez released from jail early
Expelled state legislator Carlos Henriquez, who was convicted of assaulting a former girlfriend, was released from a Billerica jail Wednesday, according to the Middlesex County sheriff's office.
NAACP asks House not to expel convicted Rep. Carlos Henriquez
A prominent civil rights group has asked House members not to take up a resolution that would expel Rep. Carlos Henriquez from the chamber, and to vote against it if they do take it up on Thursday afternoon.
House sets ground rules for vote on Carlos Henriquez censure
The Massachusetts House on Monday set the ground rules for a potential vote to discipline incarcerated Rep. Carlos Henriquez, approving a procedural order that includes an allowance for Henriquez to address his colleagues before they pass judgement.
Dorchester Rep. Carlos Henriquez appeals assault conviction
Rep. Carlos Henriquez's attorney said Thursday she has filed a notice of appeal in Cambridge District Court, a course of action she had pledged when the Dorchester state rep was convicted and sentenced a week ago.
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Dorchester state Rep. Carlos Henriquez was found guilty on Wednesday of assault and battery on a woman during an incident in 2012.


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Super portable and diminutively sized MP3 players have its own share in the MP3 player market. I think people buy them because these are no-fuss players and they actually look cute, too. Although I don't see a lot of use for it in my perspective (I'm a big music fan), I can see the allure of the extremely small players. Read More..


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Occult Watch: Can the Dead Really Talk with the Living?
- Wednesday, October 27, 2004
Editor's Note: Ghosts, ghoblins and ghouls are the stuff of Halloween legends and costumes, but are they real? Christians know that their deceased loved ones live on eternally. Can they ever communicate with the living? And does Satan specialize in preying on people who long for just one more message from the dead?
"Someone has a connection to the number 7," began the psychic.
A grieving woman raises her hand. "I was born in July, the seventh month."
"I'm with you." The psychic recognizes her desperation to hear from a dead loved one. More importantly, she is suggestible and easily led.
"I see a male figure holding a rose, which is their way of saying…"
The psychic continues: The woman supplies details and interprets symbols to fit with her loved one.
Since that infamous incident the Garden of Eden, Satan knows we can be easily deceived. For this reason, John advises: "Do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God… This is how you can recognize the Spirit of God: Every spirit that acknowledges that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is from God…" (1 John 4:1, 2-NIV).
Talking to and receiving messages from the dead is an old trick of the devil. And dangerous, too. Some spiritualists and psychics warn that demonic spirits masquerade as departed loved ones to fool people into opening up so that they can possess them.
In A Do It Yourself Guide to Communicating with the Dead, Lori Lothian writes: "Most communication attempts don't work, or may be faked, but there is ALWAYS the possibility of contacting or inviting something you could never, in your wildest imagination, be prepared for — the inhuman spirit." Lothian warns that ouija boards and other occult practices can lead to dangerous encounters with demonic beings.
Monthly, over a half million grieving, curious, or "spiritual" people search the Internet for information on how to communicate with the dead. They are asking the same two questions:
(1.) Can the dead communicate with the living?
There are a couple of incidents in the Bible of the dead communicating with the living.
Saul and the witch of Endor
In 1 Samuel 28, Saul consults a medium requesting she summon Samuel. When the spirit of Samuel actually appears, he is unhappy to be disturbed and the medium is frightened. Samuel's spirit speaks directly to Saul without the medium and his message is without symbols. He does not bring comforting news. Saul forfeits his life because he consulted with a medium rather than inquiring of God. (1 Chronicles 10:13, 14)
After the death of Christ
The Scriptures recount a strange incident immediately following the crucifixion (Matthew 27: 51-53): Tombs broke open, dead holy people were raised to life, went into Jerusalem, and "appeared to many people."
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Five Reasons Why the Washington Redskins Beat the Dallas Cowboys
The future is now for the Washington Redskins
The Washington Redskins' 28-18 Week 17 home victory over the Dallas Cowboys was a monumental shift in fortunes for the Redskins. The NFC East is the most polarizing division in the NFL. The Cowboys, New York Giants, and Philadelphia Eagles were the division's most talented teams for many years. Each of those teams always received a lot of attention for a variety of reasons.
However, the Redskins were relegated to being an afterthought. They were always considered the red headed stepchild of the division. Washington has been ridiculed by NFL fans in recent years for poor personnel decisions involving big spending on big free agents. Of course, those acquisitions yielded small results. The Redskins have been the NFC East bottom feeders for many years, just an easy win for the Giants, Cowboys, and Eagles on their way to NFL dominance.
2012 looked like more of the same for Washington, after a 21-13 Week Nine loss to the one win Carolina Panthers. Another dismal Redskins' season was upon us. But we were wrong. Under the leadership of head coach Mike Shanahan, the Redskins reeled off six consecutive wins to earn a chance at the NFC East title against their hated rivals, the Dallas Cowboys. It's the kind of opportunity Redskins' fans have dreamed of for a long time.
The Redskins didn't disappoint their home faithful. They beat Dallas in front of a nationally televised audience to capture their first division title since 1999. As for the Cowboys, they're left with yet another season without a playoff appearance. The Cowboys are left scratching their heads at being denied another opportunity to fulfill the greatness bestowed upon "America's Team". Simply put, the Dallas Cowboys are due for another long, cold winter.
Meanwhile, the Redskins will participate in the NFC playoff for the first time since 2007. With that said, here are five reasons why the Washington Redskins beat the Dallas Cowboys:
Alfred Morris carries the Redskins' offense.
Washington quarterback Robert Griffin III was not his usual dynamic self. While he logged six carries for 63 yards and a touchdown, Griffin III was pedestrian in the passing game. He threw for only 100 yards, an unsustainable total for success in Washington.
Luckily for the Redskins, running back Alfred Morris was up to the task of providing offensive stability. He proved once again capable of being a workhorse back with 33 carries for 200 yards and three rushing touchdowns. The NFL is a passing league. However, teams must be able to run the ball efficiently to keep the opposition's offense on the sidelines. Morris continues to show he's the featured back in Washington, and he's one of the reasons the Redskins emerged victorious.
The Redskins' defense rises to the occasion.
The Redskins' defense will be maligned no more. They once again employed a bend but don't break mentality against Dallas. Cowboys' running back DeMarco Murray earned 76 yards rushing to pace Dallas' ground game. Washington's pass defense was also able to contain Dallas wide receiver Dez Bryant, holding him to only four catches and no touchdowns.
The Redskins also forced three Dallas turnovers, including two within the red zone that thwarted potential scoring drives for the Cowboys. As simple as it may sound, while Washington has given up a lot of yards at times, they've been able to prevent opponents from scoring at the most critical times. The Redskins' defense is another reason why Washington emerged victorious over Dallas.
Tony Romo is unable to deliver in the biggest moments.
Cowboys' quarterback Tony Romo is statistically one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL. Romo's three Pro Bowl appearances is proof of that. However, when Dallas has needed their star quarterback to deliver in the clutch, more often than not, Romo has not been able to answer the call. Maybe the season finale against Dallas' most hated rival would change that.
But it was not meant to be. Romo threw three interceptions, with Redskins' cornerbacks Richard Crawford and Josh Wilson, as well as Washington linebacker Rob Jackson, being the beneficiaries of Romo's generosity. Whatever momentum Dallas built in their game with Washington was erased by Romo's interceptions, and certainly contributed to Washington's victory.
Dallas Cowboys' injuries to key players hamper their efforts.
Cowboys' perennial Pro Bowl linebacker DeMarcus Ware did not wreck his usual havoc because of an injured shoulder. While he gave a gutsy performance, the Redskins' offensive line was able to render Ware a non-factor. On offense, Bryant and fellow Cowboys' wide receiver Miles Austin were playing with an injured finger and injured ankle, respectively.
While the Cowboys had the full availability of perennial Pro Bowl tight end Jason Witten, he can't be Romo's only proven target. With Bryant and Austin ailing, Dallas was forced to play immortal receivers Kevin Ogletree, Dwayne Harris, and Cole Beasley to save the Cowboys' season. They were unable to do so, which is another reason why the Redskins' season will continue, and Dallas' season will not.
The Redskins had more to lose.
Throughout the Dallas-Washington rivalry, it always seemed that the Cowboys would always come out on top. Five Super Bowl titles for Dallas, compared to three for Washington prove that point. However, the Redskins have never had a player at any position as dynamic as Griffin III. As the undisputed leader of the Redskins, the man nicknamed "RG3" provides hope for a historically proud franchise that has fallen on hard times.
There was no way Washington could lose on this night. The Redskins have come so far, and endured so much in 2012. To have them lose this game on their home field with so much on the line would have been devastating. While Griffin III was not dynamic, his presence and will to win allowed the Redskins to exorcise demons of past failures and defeat the Dallas Cowboys.


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The first time we played together, it was like seeing a ghost. The second time, it was a little more reserved. And the last time we played it was like that fucking Demi Moore/Patrick Swayze pottery wheel scene from Ghost. We usually got the song by the third take. It started to sound like Nirvana. Our road crew and some friends were in the room when we launched into 'Scentless Apprentice' for the first time. Their were jaws on the floor.
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NYPD busts Super Bowl-linked prostitution ring
New York, NY, United States (4E) – Fifteen prostitute managers and two drug traffickers have been arrested in New York City in a crackdown against Asian prostitution rings suspected of providing sexual service to visitors who will watch the upcoming Super Bowl.
Attorney General Eric Schneiderman and the NYPD said the arrests of the madams and drug traffickers were made on Wednesday. On Thursday, the suspects were taken to the Manhattan Criminal Court for arraignment on charges of conspiracy, sale of narcotics, promoting prostitution and money laundering.
The "Operation Shade of Beige" netted Hyun Ok Yoon and 15 other women who allegedly manages hookers from three different rings operating in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Long Island, Queens and other states. The alleged suppliers of cocaine, crack and other drugs to the ring's customers were identified as Tony Yoo, 34, and Joseph Landrum, 32.
NYPD Commissioner William Bratton said the suspects are a danger to the community because they conduct their illicit activities in apartments. Some of the madams were arrested in a building on 990 Sixth Ave. raided by police Wednesday.
The crackdown was launched after police saw the rings' Internet and newspaper ads offering girls and drugs. Police also wire-tapped the phone conversations of the suspects to learn their operation. After customers pass out from drugs and alcohol, hookers will arrive. The ring bills the customer's credit card for $10,000 or more. Earnings are laundered through a limo service, clothing wholesaler and beauty supply company.
Schneiderman issued a warning against patronizing the illegal services and advised people to just watch the Super Bowl on TV. The NFL championship game between the Denver Broncos and Seattle Seahawks will be held at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Feb. 3.
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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Technical Assistance Program (TAP) and State and Local Energy Efficiency Action Network (SEE Action) will hold a webinar on high-performance leasing stategies on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.
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mellowroseflows said: Esteban 5,6,10 &13 [btw i love all of your characters ! they are so awesome ! actually as weird as this may sound your work and delya's work inspired me to actually study illustration at my school]
Aw shucks, thank you so much…! I'm really flattered you like my characters, and I think it's AWESOME that you're going to school for illustration (it doesn't sound weird at all, although I am BOGGLED and humbled in the best way! Thank you. C:)! Let me see if I can answer these questions for you.
5.) Is Esteban lucky in love? Can you describe any of their past relationships?
Ahaha.. haa.. nnnoooo. He does have that "asshole scholar" aura that some girls seem to go for, and being a muse awards him some female attention, but most of the types that would pursue him on that basis end up feeling superficial to him, and most relationships he has ever entertained wind up a shallow, one-sided affair, as well. His record for "going steady" is about three months. Esteban typically and purposefully discourages any girl who shows interest in the first place.
6.) I know you've probably answered every favorite food question under the sun, but how about Esteban's favorite DRINK, DESSERT and SNACK?
Drink is coffee coffee coffee coffee coffee coffee coffeecoffeecoffeecoffeecoffee. And believe it or not, he is not incredibly picky about the type, either. He takes it black, and never by ANY MEANS will accept decaf. Dessert is an almond cookie or any type of biscotti… double points if it's an almond biscotti. Finally for snack, Esteban isn't really prone to snacking, but if he had to pick something it would probably be tortilla chips or sunflower seeds.
10.) Is there anything you can talk about from Esteban's childhood or younger years that was significant to their development?
This one is answered right here!
13.) This might seem an odd question, but are there any colors you affiliate with certain characters?
I think this answer is floating around somewhere, but for Esteban specifically it's a warm gray. He is very monochromatic.


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Milwaukee, WI (Sports Network) - The Milwaukee Brewers have reportedly agreed to terms with free-agent pitcher Tom Gorzelanny on a two-year contract.
According to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, the deal is pending Gorzelanny passing a physical exam and is expected to be made official on Friday.
The 30-year-old southpaw pitched in 45 games for the Washington Nationals in 2012, all but one out of the bullpen. He was 4-2 with a 2.88 earned run average.
Gorzelanny is very familiar with the NL Central, having also played for Pittsburgh and Chicago. The Cubs traded him to the Nationals in January 2011.
Selected in the second round of the 2003 draft by Pittsburgh, Gorzelanny made his major league debut two years later.
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I love our blanket, it is on our bed (which 2 of our dogs share with us) it is very soft. The dogs like to get between the comforter and this blanket to lay on the softness. The only thing I have found is that to have a blanket such as this on your bed without a top blanket over it, it does not hold in the heat and doesn't keep you very warm at all.
Pros: This blanket is so soft and fuzzy
Cons: doesnt hold in the heat
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It's True! Farmers Markets Are Cheaper Than Supermarkets
Fair or not, farmers markets are often viewed as places where wealthy people shop for expensive organic produce. But this week The Atlantic wrote about several studies proving exactly the opposite, that overall the goods from farmers markets in various regions are less expensive than the same items at nearby grocery stores. Surprised?
The studies — conducted in Vermont, Washington State and Iowa — compared farmers market and grocery store prices on a small selection of items. Among the conventionally-raised goods in one study, only eggs and potatoes were less expensive at the grocery store. And in that same study, every single organic item was almost 40 percent cheaper at the farmers markets.
This actually doesn't come as a surprise. While the biggest, busiest farmers markets in my area can be quite expensive, the smaller, neighborhood farmers market I frequent generally has prices that are much lower than the surrounding grocery stores, especially for organic produce and responsibly-raised eggs and meat.
• Read the article: The Farmers' Market Myth - The Atlantic
Are the farmers markets in your area generally cheaper than surrounding supermarkets?
Related: 10 Things Not To Say at the Farmers Market
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In a way, I'm not surprised about this - the prices for most vegetables were WAY lower at the farmers market when I was in college (in Madison, WI) - great for a college student's budget! That said, I have my doubts that it's true for me now (the markets I shop at are in DC and Arlington, VA).
Unfortunately, I have to agree with Emily S. I shop at markets in Montgomery County, MD, and I don't think that they are lower then the local grocery stores. Makes me think that I might have to do my own little analysis of that. Not that it would make a difference, once my local market opens later this month, I'm there and gladly eschew the grocery stores.
Some are, others are not. Here in San Francisco the Oakland Friday Market and the Civic CEnter Wed/Sun Market are screamingly cheaper than almost anything anywhere. The Ferry Plaza display case of a market? Not so much...
I really hate this stereotype! Sure, there are some markets and booths that focus on organic gourmet ingredients that will be more expensive, but there are lots of great deals to be found! It helps to learn when things are at their peak season: buying tomatoes in early June or late September will seem pricey, but in August they cost half as much. Also, many farmers markets accept food stamps and WIC.
i live in the hamptons year round and can say with certainty that farmer's markets here are DEFINITELY more expensive than the supermarket.
Yeah, the markets in DC are definitely more expensive - not that it keeps me from shopping there, because the quality is so good. But around here fruit routinely runs $5/pint, greens and herbs $3-4/bunch, other veggies $3-5/pound, eggs $5-6/dozen, meat $6-20/pound, and the grocery stores sell conventional equivalents for 50-70% of that. Again, I'm willing to pay a premium for good quality local goods, but the idea that it isn't significantly more expensive is laughable. I stopped buying garlic at the market last year after I realized I was paying $3 per head - ouch.
The other problem with farmer's markets is that you can't buy in small quantities. You'll be hard pressed to buy, say, two or three apples, or 50 grams (2 ounces) of cheese. For a family, it might very well be cheaper. But if you're living on your own, you've pretty much got only three choices in terms of farmer's markets:
1. Buy a variety of things, in farmer's-market quantities, pay a lot more money than at the grocery store, and watch a lot of it spoil before you can eat it.
2. Buy a limited variety of things, in farmer's-market quantities, take advantage of the discount over the grocery store, and be stuck eating the same thing every day for a week so it doesn't go bad.
3. Try to get together a farmer's-market shopping group with two or three other people and hope that you all have the same tastes and availabilities, so that you can buy produce and split it amongst you.
the ORGANIC part of this post should be emphasized. I feel like there's some truth to these limited item studies if you keep in mind that component. However here in DC I've found when comparing conventionally grown vegetables (seasonal) the grocery stores tend to be cheaper since they buy in a much larger volume. I'll still stick to my CSA for the summer since it's helping the smaller farmers and I get the freshest and most local produce.
Their statement about potatoes is not always true. Sure, you can get Russets and Yukon Golds cheaper at the supermarket, but if you like baby red potatoes, they're way cheaper at my farmer's market ($0.50 per lb) than at Kroger ($2.00 per lb).
The FM's around me are absolutely cheaper than stores like Whole Foods. The trick is to find which FM vendors are the right fit for you and even which FMs are the best for what you want. I go to two different ones per week, but I made an effort to explore all of the ones around me. I spend about $50/week at the FM and I get way more than I could at ANY big chain market.
I think it varies from markets to markets. Here in the East Bay of the Bay Area, the Saturday market I frequent ALWAYS have cheaper produce than the supermarket.
I am curious why farmer's market quantities are two big for a single persohn. Why can't you buy three apples. I get that a bunch of rapini is a bunch at the supermarket or fm but why not 1-3 apples.
I'll pay a premium for good organic produce where ever I buy it because it tastes better and I support organic farming. Our local markets vary a lot in pricing so it depends on where you shop and what you buy to determine whether it is a "deal."
It's interesting to hear so many DC people chime in. We lived there for a long time right by Eastern Market--I loved supporting area farmers and I did every weekend, but I definitely paid a premium to do so! Farmer's Markets there are rarely cheaper than Safeway--especially if you buy produce at the supermarket based on what's on sale, which is what I did when we were there and were on a very limited budget.
Chicago, on the other hand, has cheaper food all around, and Farmer's Markets are often cheaper or around the same price as grocery stores. Geography really changes things up!
Regardless, I'll continue to try and support farmers and organic whenever we can afford to!
Duh! Of course they are cheaper.
I hate it when people speak (type) in absolutes. They are not always cheaper, and location is often the biggest indicator of relative cheapness.
The expensive farmers market around Central PA is located right next to Camp Hill, a very wealthy town. The more affordable ones are in Carlisle and Harrisburg, more middle class areas. Road-side stands are abundant and consistantly cheaper than the grocery stores here.
Not all the produce at my local farmer's market is organic; there are a few organic specific farmer's markets that look more like local supermarkets though than a real market.
For me the actual farmer's market is always cheaper expect with eggs.
1.) You can bargain. I usually come late in the market day (around 1-2 pm) - people are closing up and just want stuff gone. I have got great bargains this way. The downside is you may not necessarily find everything you want because some sellers may be gone.
2.) I can buy more for cheaper - and the produce is fresher than at the supermarket. This means even if I buy 2 pounds of mushrooms or brussels sprouts, it probably will last a week or two in the fridge.
Not to mention all the other extra products that I am likely to pick up at the supermarket which are expensive and will be gone in a few days (chips, soda, processed snack foods) and I'll go back to the store for more the same midweek.
I've only recently started going to my local farmers market in Cleveland and it seems that prices are less than at the grocery store, there is more variety, and you can certainly get smaller quantities. In fact most of the vendors of fruits and veggies and herbs are so nice and helpful I wouldn't give it a second thought to ask if I could get a smaller portion and see what they said.
I've noticed that even when the farmers' market produce is more expensive, it's often for a different variety of the same produce.
For example, I can buy cheap garlic at my grocery store, but it's the softneck kind that's easier (therefore cheaper) to plant and harvest mechanically and that tolerates storage. The more expensive farmers' market garlic is not only fresher, it's hardneck garlic, which has more complexity and subtlety of flavor.
In NYC, the farmers market is definitely more expensive than grocery stores. Although i go regularly, i don't shop as much i would like to because i'm held back by the prices (for non-organics!). And the fact is, the quality is NOT always better than grocery stores!!! I like to support local agriculture and love everything the farmers market represents, but the fact of the matter is that its not all its cracked up to be in NYC at least. And all NYC farmers markets are organized by the same organization so its the same farmers in different locations, so going to a different market doesn't actually change the composition of farmers. :(
Don't fall prey to huge generalizations. The price and quality of any vegetable or fruit depends greatly on things like soil and seasonal weather conditons. I should read the study but I assume it's "all things being equal".
Of course food packaged, transported and handled will incur more expense than if the farmer just tosses stuff in her truck and drives it to the local market. Naturally it's more eco friendly to keep the trip local and to buy organic, labelled or not, and to know the growing practices. it also helps the local economy.
The soils in our region of Mass are much more fertile and rich in minerals than some other places, we found a certain area down south where the farmer's market food was a bit disappointing. Ours and others with fertile soil taste out of this world.
And you're going to save money eating healthier anyway.
....And what's this with not being able to buy small quantiites?? I'm always able to get organic individiual veggies and wedges of cheese at the farmer's market, whereas at Stop and Shop the organic veggies are usually in (plastic!) packages.
our farmers markets are cheaper for organic produce than the grocery store (in Charlotte, NC). we're moving to Asheville in a couple weeks and have found the same rule applies there. we don't have any issues with being able to buy small quantities of things. but even if the price were more, it's a matter of priorities in our household. we want to know where our food is coming from. buying direct from farmers is the only way we can make sure.
haha, try to find a real farmers' market in frozen new hampshire in january. i can get meat,and sometimes eggs. but forget about real green vegetables. those folk down south or on the west coast can talk all they want about farmers' markets, but we have to wait and wait......
I have to agree with mh330 RE NYC farmers markets. I like a lot of the products, and I'm more than willing to go out of my way to support local farmers, but the prices are frequently (not always) significantly higher than those in grocery stores. I've found duck charcuterie at similar or better prices than Fairway, but cheese from local farms run about $24.00/lb, which is ok for the occasional luxury adventure nibble but certainly too high to buy in bulk for the whole family. Eggs are $6.00/doz., carrots and potatoes can run double the price of store-bought.
I find in general that my trips to the farmers markets in my area are fun and interesting but not particularly cost-effective. I do understand that local farms cannot compete with slave labor and factory farms, and I do my best to give them my business even if they cost more...when my budget allows.
There was a farmer's market in mid town Toronto this past spring thru autumn on a closed off section of street on Thursdays. While everything looked lovely it was all rather more expensive than at the local fruit and veggie store. I'm not even sure some of it came directly from a local farm. Some looked like it came from the Ontario Food Terminal just like nearly everything I'd find in the fruit and veggie store or the grocery store.


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Ace up my sleeve: Airbrush.
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Double your action, double your fun.
Now a double action airbrush is able to control both air and paint at the same time. Push down for air, pull back for paint. DAAB's are very very analog, and take a while to get used to. With a bit of practice, you can paint only the parts you want with little overspray. That means you could leave parts of the model just primered saving you even more time.
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So more money means more control and more speed, but how much money are we really talking?
Personally I use a Paasche VL Millennium. (I got it at Dixie Art). It's a good all around brush and has some good upgraded features to it. Most people I know yank off the rear guard for speed. The Millennium is nice in that it has a cut away to clear jams, but I still find it faster to run without the guard.
You could get stripped down Millennium for $42 raw. I suggest the upgrade kit that includes the hosing and some bottles for $59. Ultimately it's not horrific to get this far. The VL is a good beginner brush because it can take a real beating, and replacement parts are relatively inexpensive.
Breathe cheap.
Now for the hard part; air. You've got a tough choice when it comes to propellant. It may even be a more important consideration than what brush you get. Do you go with compressed air in a can? Or do you go with a plug in compressor? I'm a big fan of the compressor for a few reasons. First, it's an "endless supply". Buy it once and all you have to do is plug it in. Second, there are no additional fume issues. Compressed air cans still have chemicals in it. Much like those air cans you use for blowing dust out of your computer. Compressors can run about 120 dollars. So now you're talking about spending 180 dollars just to basecoat an army. That's not exactly cost efficient. There are however a few tricks though to keep things cheap.
- Ebay. Airbrushing is NOT an easy hobby. A lot of people get into it and over their heads quickly. So they get rid of their gear. You can expect to save 40-50% off retail, but then you might have to repair or replace parts and compressors are heavy so much of your savings will be eaten in shipping costs. It's a good option, but there are other ones that are just a viable.
- Timing. I'm afraid this next one really only applies to US folks, but it's a great trick if you can pull it off. Around me, (and most folks I've talked to) there is an art supply store called Michael's, and they usually carry airbrush accessories. I know for certain that twice a year (Thanksgiving and Christmas) they issue 50% off any one item coupons in the local paper. (Sometimes the coupons show up more often). Well guess what? A 120 dollar compressor for 60 bucks is a steal and a half! So now you're in the game for 120 new instead of 180! Get a friend to buy the airbrush with another coupon and you're in for 90!
- Share. You're not going to use an AB for every last detail of mini painting. Usually it's just one step beyond priming. So go halvsies with a buddy and share custody of the tools to get it done.
- Mix! Combine 2&3 or 1&3 and you're in for less than a Behemoth. Don't say uncle Ark's not looking out for you. You can thank me later.
Random Wisdom Nugget!
I have a theory for why airbrushing is so hard. To date; it is the only art form I've worked with where the tool doesn't touch the subject. No pencil to paper, no hand or tool to clay, no brush to model. In the gap between the end of the airbrush and the subject itself, you lose all sense of feedback, and everything else you've ever learned about art goes right out the window.
Ok so with all that out of the way and my nugget of wisdom passed on, let's say you've decided to take the plunge. You've bought all the models, all the paint, the airbrush, the compressor, the bottles and the hosing, now what? That's easy: Learn how to use it. If the very first thing you air brush is a Warjack you're going to be out for my blood. So hows about you don't do that. Get a piece of cardboard and prime it. Load up your paint and start playing with it. I'm using Model Air by Vallejo. It is DESIGNED for airbrushes right out of the bottle and it's MADE for models! How can you lose? You get a manufacturer you can trust with all the mixing/thinning work done for you. Mixing your own paint is another story and requires the purchase of airbrush medium. I don't suggest mixing out of the gate because you don't know what the consistencies should be, and how the paints will behave. Even if you only practice with the Model Air paint and never use it on a model, it's the right place to start to learn how to use the tools. Remove as many variables as you possibly can.
So how do you learn? If your goal is to simply base-coating the whole models the following exercises will help you get there.
The Sweep (Step 1: Basics)
Take a strip of card board about 4-5 inches wide and maybe a foot long. Prime it your standard priming color. I'll be using white here because it's easier to see. Start at the top and do your best to fade it from your starting color to your basing color in the middle.
Load up the brush, turn on the air and press the button and slowly pull back. Make even passes much like you would with a spray can at a distance of about 3-5 inches. (For finer detail you can get as close as an inch. Any closer and you risk blow back, a snagged needle or a dented cone.) Try to evenly cover a strip of cardboard with out over loading any area with paint. Drips are your enemy, be patient and slow. Learn how to do it right first, speed comes in time. This is the basics of control. Feel free to move beyond the cardboard to complete the stroke. Once you can get this down, you're pretty much ready to start doing the same to your figures. This exercise is about hand, air and paint control. When you can get a decent gradient, you can break out the figures. The AB is analog. Don't jam the trigger down or yank it back. Feather it.
Morse Code: (Step 2: Intermediate)
So you can apply a smooth base coat now. Mission accomplished. Now if you're planning on doing more than base-coating there are a few things you need to learn, namely the dot and the line. These are the fundamentals of airbrushing. Try to create dots and lines of varying size without smearing them. This will let you hit specific armor plates and even warrior armor if you're stone cold crazy.
True Art (Step 3: Advanced)
Ask someone else. I'm still an intermediate airbrusher at best.
Troubleshooting: Having problems? Here's what to look out for.
There are 3 problems that plague the beginner when it comes to airbrushing.
The Pool. You're applying too much paint in one area. This means you're staying in one area too long. Don't stay still; try to keep your brush moving so the paint has time to dry.
The Drip: This is a direct result of pooling. Take some time to let the paint dry. You shouldn't need more than a minute. If it's taking longer you're pooling, and drips will kill your work faster than anything. You can see in the image above it'll be just a matter of time before that forms into a full drip.
The Star/Spider: This usually means you are too close to the model after pooling or your paint mix is too thin. You get this when the air nails a wet pool of paint, or when you start a new application too close to the model. Move further away from the model, apply less pressure to the trigger, as you're applying too much paint and air at the same time.
Wow… that was rambly wasn't it? Time to apply it. In this example I'll be tinkering with a Wold Warden. I'll begin with my model primed black. My goal here is only to get the greys done, and in a short period of time. The rest of the model will be painted by hand.
I begin with VA-021 Black Green 4G and spray the whole model. This is a dark grey-green that makes for a good natural tone for rock. (However it's dark enough that it doesn't really show up well in the pictures here. Sorry about that). For the most part I try to stay out of the areas that will wind up being brown later. When the first coat dries, I hit it again, but only in the places I think need a bit more highlighting. The process takes almost the same amount of time as it did to write this paragraph. Which considering the number of typos and edits I made adds up to roughly 3-5 minutes.
Once the original base coat dries, I hit it with a quick highlight of VA-052 German Grey 4G. I try to avoid the areas with the bundles of sticks, but some overage is inevitable. Another 3-5 minutes later and I'm practically done with the greys.
To earth up the rocks and not make it feel so static, I wash it with a mix of GAFA Burnt Umber mixed with a touch of Vallejo Smoke.
The final step to finish the rock portion in record time is to do a razor highlight with a much lighter grey. In this case VMC Neutral Grey.
From priming to completing this step was maybe 30-40 minutes. This includes a jaunt upstairs to clean my airbrush, and waiting for my brown wash to dry.
Fast forward
I'm going to gloss over the rest of the Wold Warden's paint because it's not relative to airbrushing as a whole, but here's the completed piece. Start to finish less than 90 minutes. Had I been doing two or three of them at a time, the average time per piece would be even less.
Let me show you one more thing before I leave you to your own devices. There are many ways that you can futher control the airbrush. Blue-tak, plasticard and cardboard all make decent masks on a model. In this example here you can see how I used plasticard to block off the main part of the body from over spray. In the second shoulder I didn't bother. Can you see the overspray onto the main body?
So here's the deal. airbrushing isn't for everyone, but it is another good means to an end. Our goal here at BrushThralls is to give you guys as many tools as possible to attack a problem. The airbrush is just one more.


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