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Om een site een beetje te voorzien van leuke snufjes is het belangrijk om de goede plugins te hebben geïnstalleerd. Hieronder zie je een overzicht met de plugins welke momenteel op mijn site zijn geïnstalleerd.There are 36 plugins used: 32 active plugins and 4 inactive plugins.
Akismet 3.0.2
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Used by millions, Akismet is quite possibly the best way in the world to protect your blog from comment and trackback spam. It keeps your site protected from spam even while you sleep. To get started: 1) Click the "Activate" link to the left of this description, 2) Sign up for an Akismet API key, and 3) Go to your Akismet configuration page, and save your API key.
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Antispam Bee 2.6.2
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Easy and extremely productive spam-fighting plugin with many sophisticated solutions. Includes protection again trackback spam.
Bad Behavior 2.2.15
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Deny automated spambots access to your PHP-based Web site.
CommentLuv 2.93.6
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Reward your readers by automatically placing a link to their last blog post at the end of their comment. Encourage a community and discover new posts.
Contact Form 7 4.0.1
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Just another contact form plugin. Simple but flexible.
Countdown Widget 2.5.5
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A beautiful jquery countdown widget. Allows Multiple instances, Shortcode usage, and Customizations. Powered by: shailan.com.
Custom Smilies 2.9.2
» Crazy Loong (url)
Personalize your posts and comments using custom smilies. Previously named Custom Smileys. it (older than version 2.0) maintained by QAD.
Embedly 3.1
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The Embedly Plugin extends Wordpress's Oembed feature, allowing bloggers to Embed from 230+ services and counting.
Gravatars2 2.7.0
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Implements Gravatars (global avatars: gravatar.com) with enhanced caching support, cron support, & administrative interface to control default options. Registered users can use local Gravatars (also cached). Copyright 2006 Kip Bond; Licensed under the terms of the GPL.
Gravatars2 WP-Cron 1.1
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Refreshes the cached gravatar images using a pseudo-cron implementation — Requires WP-Cron (http://skippy.net/blog/2005/10/09/wp-cron-14/) & Gravatars2 (http://zenpax.com/gravatars2/)
Instagram for Wordpress 1.0.6
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Comprehensive Instagram sidebar widget with many options.
Jetpack by WordPress.com 3.1.1
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Bring the power of the WordPress.com cloud to your self-hosted WordPress. Jetpack enables you to connect your blog to a WordPress.com account to use the powerful features normally only available to WordPress.com users.
last.fm Live! 0.2.6
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Displays recently played tracks from a last.fm account in a widget, along with the currently playing track live in realtime.
Lightbox Plus Colorbox 2.7
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Lightbox Plus Colorbox implements Colorbox as a lightbox image overlay tool for WordPress. Colorbox was created by Jack Moore of Color Powered and is licensed under the MIT License.
Maintenance Mode 5.4
» Michael Wöhrer (url)
Adds a splash page to your blog that lets visitors know your blog is down for maintenance. Logged in administrators get full access to the blog including the front-end. Navigate to Settings → Maintenance Mode to get started.
NextGEN Gallery by Photocrati 220.127.116.11
» Photocrati Media (url)
The most popular gallery plugin for WordPress and one of the most popular plugins of all time with over 9 million downloads.
nrelate Related Content 1.3.1
» nrelate and SlipFire (url)
Easily display related content on your website. Click on nrelate → Related Content to configure your settings.
Page Links To 2.9.4
» Mark Jaquith (url)
Allows you to point WordPress pages or posts to a URL of your choosing. Good for setting up navigational links to non-WP sections of your site or to off-site resources.
Smart Youtube PRO 4.2.6
» Vladimir Prelovac (url)
Insert YouTube videos in posts, comments and RSS feeds with ease and full customization.
Spotify Play Button 1.0
» WolfieZero (url)
Adds the Spotify Play Button to your post or page content
SRG Clean Archives 4.0.4
» Geek With Laptop (url)
This plugin is designed to display your archive listings in a clean, uniform, single-query fashion that's Search Engine friendly on a dedicated page or in your sidebar.
Theme Test Drive 2.8.4
» Vladimir Prelovac (url)
Safely test drive any theme while visitors are using the default one. Includes instant theme preview via thumbnail.
Who is Online 0.1.5
» Peter McDonald (url)
Displays who is currently on your blog and for how long.
WordPress Admin Bar 3.1.12
» Viper007Bond (url)
Creates an admin bar inspired by the one at WordPress.com. Credits for the look of this plugin go to them.
WordPress Backup to Dropbox 4.0
» Michael De Wildt (url)
Keep your valuable WordPress website, its media and database backed up in Dropbox! Need help? Please email firstname.lastname@example.com
WordPress Editorial Calendar 3.3
» Colin Vernon, Justin Evans, Joachim Kudish, Mary Vogt, and Zack Grossbart (url)
The Editorial Calendar makes it possible to see all your posts and drag and drop them to manage your blog.
WordPress Mobile Pack 2.1
» Appticles.com (url)
WordPress Mobile Pack 2.0+ has been completely rebuilt from the ground up and repurposed to empower bloggers, publishers and other content creators to go beyond responsiveness and 'appify' the content of their blog.
WP-Cumulus 1.23
» Roy Tanck (url)
Flash based Tag Cloud for WordPress
WP-PluginsUsed 1.50
» Lester 'GaMerZ' Chan (url)
Display WordPress plugins that you currently have (both active and inactive) onto a post/page.
» Halmat Ferello (url)
Automatically GZIP your CSS files and puts all @imports into one file. Also add CSS files to specific posts/pages.
WP Render Blogroll Links 2.1.8
» Tanin Ehrami (url)
Outputs your Blogroll links to a Page or Post. Add
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Growmap Anti Spambot Plugin 1.5.6
» Andy Bailey (url)
Very simple plugin that adds a client side generated checkbox to the comment form requesting that the user clicks it to prove they are not a spammer. Bots wont see it so their spam comment will be discarded.
Hello Dolly 1.6
» Matt Mullenweg (url)
This is not just a plugin, it symbolizes the hope and enthusiasm of an entire generation summed up in two words sung most famously by Louis Armstrong: Hello, Dolly. When activated you will randomly see a lyric from Hello, Dolly in the upper right of your admin screen on every page.
Snow Storm 1.3
» Tribulant Software (url)
Display falling snow flakes on the front of your WordPress website for a festive presentation.
WPtouch Mobile Plugin 3.5.3
» BraveNewCode Inc. (url)
Create a slick mobile WordPress website with just a few clicks


text: Trying to promote optimism in myself and others, trying to document my life in an artistic way through writing at times, and also a silly fangirl at times. Everything is anonymous because, I dunno, it's kind of fun to have a place to just spew thoughts and secrets when you need to. Questions? Ask away.

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Harvest Daily - October 31, 2005
Monday, October 31, 2005
Forgiven and Forgotten
For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, being justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus.
—Romans 3:23–24
Justified — there is a word we could read right over in the Bible and miss. It is a word that is used often in the New Testament to describe one major aspect of what salvation is all about. The Apostle Paul wrote to the believers in
Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. (Romans 5:1–2)
This teaching of justification by faith is of supreme importance. The entire Protestant Reformation took place as a result of the belief that we are justified by faith, as opposed to being justified by works or religious activity. To be justified means to be forgiven of all our sins. If you have turned from your sins, if you have repented of them, then God has forgiven you. God has released you from the guilt and penalty of every sin you have ever committed, just as if it never had happened.
The Old Testament prophet Micah understood this truth when he wrote, "He will again have compassion on us, and will subdue our iniquities. You will cast all our sins into the depths of the sea" (Micah 7:19). Think about it. Let it sink in. It's incredible, but true. God has taken our sin, thrown it into the sea of forgetfulness, and has posted a sign that says, "No fishing allowed." It is paid for. It is forgiven. It is forgotten. Accept it from God. God does not want us to remember what He is willing to forget.
Copyright © 2005 by Harvest Ministries. All rights reserved.
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Friye™ is a Web/Phone application and is destined to be one of (and most possibly) the most useful app ever created for humanity. Simply put, a Friye™ is a set of step by step audio instructions describing how to do something. It may be accompanied by video or pictures and is always voice controlled for truly hand free navigation. Friyers™ (people who make Friyes™) with expertise in all fields from all over the world will create Friyes™ on how to do things, then selling them to people everywhere so they may have expert guidance in accomplishing whatever they set their minds to do. Conceived by Wen Boley, developed and marketed by one of the best teams in the industry.
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Let's be honest: Downtown Detroit in the middle of January doesn't rank high on too many lists of top getaway destinations. Unless, of course, you're an auto junkie.
In that case, the North American International Auto Show is worth braving the bitter cold and often unpredictable weather for a glimpse at the industry's crowning achievements in vehicle design.
But while most people spend a couple of hours ogling the shiny cars and high-tech displays, we invited two Ford Social Citizen Journalists to experience so much more. Michael McManus and Philip Kelly flew in from the East Coast for a three-day, all-access look at what Ford Motor Company has in store for 2013 and beyond. As they would soon learn, there are payoffs to joining Ford Social.
The trip began with a guided tour of the Ford Rouge Factory, which is a site of both incredible historical significance and a modern production facility.
"One of my favorite parts was the Rouge factory tour," admitted Phillip, an avid Ford Trucks fan. "It's an important place for me, since that's where they build the F-150."
Watching Ford employees in action was something Michael would not soon forget. "It was a little overwhelming for me to actually see what goes into making a vehicle and the quality that every employee puts into it."
After watching America's best-selling pickup roll off the assembly line, Ford treated our Citizen Journalists to an in-depth look at what the company is doing in the realms of green technology and sustainability. Michael and Philip got the chance to chat directly with Sheryl Connelly, Manager of Global Trends and Futuring for Ford, and Mike Tinskey, Ford Director of Electric Vehicle Infrastructure and to learn more about The Power of Choice.
Our Citizen Journalists also got to tour TechShop Detroit and experience an evening of gadgetry and hands-on maker culture. Philip sandblasted the Ford logo into a cool glass beverage mug, while Michael guided a remote control ball using a tablet computer on a giant table-sized obstacle course.
Following a well-deserved rest, our two lucky Ford Social members were treated to a VIP trip to NAIAS, beginning with a quick stop at the Joe Louis Arena. It was there that they had a front row seat to the reveal of the 2013 Ford Atlas Pickup Truck Concept. Michael and Philip were among the first to see and touch what could be the future of Ford trucks, while chatting about it with Ford executives and the media.
You'd think walking around the Ford display at the auto show for a media preview would be small potatoes compared to watching a concept truck getting lowered from the roof of a hockey stadium, but you'd be wrong. Michael and Philip ended the trip like two kids in a candy store, hopping in and out of every Ford and Lincoln car, truck and SUV on the show floor.
Does an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at one of the largest auto shows on the planet sound like something you'd be interested in?
Keep your stories, ideas and photos coming, and sign up to be a Ford Social Citizen Journalist. Maybe you could be next!


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Night Lights: Central Park from Fifth Avenue, New York City, December 2013.
Night Lights: Central Park from Fifth Avenue, New York City, December 2013.
It's tough to ignore how much this house looks like a piece of cake. Specifically some sort of lemon buttercream.
The views you see while waiting on bus lines.
Can we talk about how pleasant this townhouse is. Answer: Mega Pleasant
Spotted on 65th between Madison and Park
"Times Square, 1935. Betty Boop on the marquee. The Astor came down mid-sixties, along with Penn Station and Singer Building" (via)
New York City, 1953 by Vivian Maier (via Vivian Maier)
Upper West: March 31st, 2013
On the road back to Amherst.
New York City: January 23rd, 1957 (via Shorpy Historical Photo Archive)
South of Dakota: Upper West Side of Manhattan through Central Park, March 2013.Back to my last semester of undergrad. Lets do this thing.
St. Patrick's Cathedral, New York City c. 1907 (via Shorpy Historical Photo Archive)
Dakota Views: Central Park, March 17th, 2013
New York City, 1905 (via Shorpy Historical Photo Archive)
Some curious signs, there.
Frost Junction: New York City, December 1947 (LIFE)
Grand Central Station: Manhattan, 1940s via The Museum of New York City
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Randall Library at UNCW
The Honors Undergraduate Research & Creativity Showcase at Randall Library is happening now! Come by and check out the posters!
Have you checked out our latest displays? Distant Shores, A Celebration of Black History Month in the second floor gallery and Observing Africa, The Life and Career of Stuart Marks in Special Collections
If you get a chance, come see our latest exhibit, Women Writers and Appalachia: An Exhibit for Women's History Month – This new display in the RL Government Information area celebrates the diverse writing that comes out of or is inspired by the Appalachian region of North America, and especially honors this year's SEWSA conference Keynote Speaker, Nikky Finney. For more: http://library.uncw.edu/news/women_writers_and_appalachia_exhibit_women's_history_month
Join us tonight, Wednesday, March 12, 4:00-6:00 p.m. for the film screening: Vietnam Nurses. The event will be held in the auditorium at Randall Library RL2047.
There will be free books and giveaways!
Join us March 11 in Room 1045 from noon to 1pm for Dr. Clara Chu's presentation on Visualizing the Library Education of the Future. For more information, http://library.uncw.edu/news
Do you need to catch up on a few things while you are on Spring Break? No problem. Randall Library is open during the break. For our hours of operation, please visit: http://library.uncw.edu/hours
On Tuesday, March 4th and Thursday, March 6th Randall Library will be updating the library system. On these dates, some online library services will experience downtime. For complete details visit the link below


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Maxine H. Fink, 85, formerly of Elk Avenue, Ridgway, died Saturday, Sept. 6, 2014 at Pinecrest Manor following a lengthy illness.
She was born July 31, 1929 in Mill Hall, daughter of the late Charles and Trenna Bridges Bowman.
She was married to John E. Fink who preceded her in death Jan. 16, 1994.
She enjoyed reading.
Anna M. Laird, 94, of 610 South Michael Rd., St. Marys, died Monday, Sept. 8, 2014 at Penn Highlands Elk following a short illness.
She was born July 27, 1920, a daughter of the late Michael and Helena Bizjak Ausserer.
On Jan. 29, 1949 in St. Marys Church, she married Robert T. Laird, who preceded her in death Dec. 22, 2003.
Helen Johanna Imbrogno, 92, of 636 Second Ave., Johnsonburg, died Saturday morning, Sept. 6, 2014 at her residence following a brief illness.
She was born March 7, 1922 in St. Marys, daughter of the late Lawrence and Margaret Stebich.
On Sept. 25, 1954 in St. Mary's Church, St. Marys, she married Carl Imbrogno and he survives
She resided in Johnsonburg since her marriage. She lived her childhood in St. Marys with her grandparents Henry and Henrietta Knowlton.
Dorothy A. Meyer, 92, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of Elk Towers, died unexpectedly Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014, at Pinecrest Manor.
She was born Aug. 27, 1922 in Akron, Ohio, daughter of the late Leo and Veronica Smithbauer Frey.
On Sept. 4, 1943 in the St. Mary's Church, she married Leo G. Meyer, who preceded her in death on Oct. 6, 1984.
Elizabeth (Betty) J. Roth, 92, of Bucktail Road, St. Marys, died in Newburyport, Mass. on Aug. 18, 2014 after a brief illness.
She was born in St. Marys on June 22, 1922, daughter of the late Norbert Wittman and Dolores Distler Wittman. On Oct. 22, 1945, she married John J. Roth, who preceded her in death in 2002.
Lynda M. Pontzer, 67, of 500 Spruce St., St. Marys, died unexpectedly on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2014 at Penn Highlands Elk.
She was born Jan. 26, 1947, a daughter of the late Edward and Orma Nicklas Pontzer.
Lynda graduated from ECCHS and received her bachelor's degree from Mercyhurst University. She then received two master's degrees from the University of Arizona, one in art history and another in English. In her early years, she taught in Denmark, Scotland and Iran. She often substituted in our local schools, and greatly enjoyed teaching children to paint.
Paul J. Nicklas, 82, of 709 Evergreen Rd., St. Marys, died Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2014 at Pinecrest Manor following a brief illness.
He was born Sept. 20, 1931, a son of the late Jerome and Dorothy Simbeck Nicklas.
On July 2, 1955 in St. Leo's Church, he married Patricia Himes Nicklas, who survives.Â
Gail J. Gerg, 79, of 509 West Main St., Ridgway, died Thursday, Aug. 28, 2014 at Penn Highlands Elk.
He was born Feb. 15, 1935 in St. Marys, son of the late Harry and Margaret Cunningham Gerg.
He married Roselyn Schilk, she survives him.
He was a commercial electrician by trade, and he served in the U.S. Marine Corp. He was also a member of the Ridgway Legion and Elks.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Michael and Daniel Gerg; step-children Timothy, Christine, Stephanie, Mary and Charles; and several grandsons, granddaughters and many great-grandchildren.
Edward Pretti, 73, of Johnstown, formerly of Clearfield, died Friday, Aug. 29, 2014.
Born Sept. 10, 1940, in Force, he was the son of the late Tullio and Fiore (Fedrizzi) Pretti.
He graduated from Huston Township High School and Williamsport Technological Institute. Edward served in the U.S. Army and Reserves. He was a retired machinist, working for DuPont and Berg Electronics. After retirement, he drove cars for Thomas GMC and Honda.
Nellie L. Brehm, 85, a resident of Elk Haven Nursing Home, St. Marys, died Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2014 at Elk Haven Nursing Home.
She was born Sept. 2, 1929, a daughter of the late Carl and Doris Edner Chittister.
She was married to the late James A. Brehm, who preceded her in death.
Nellie was a graduate of Kane High School and enjoyed crossword puzzles.
Together with her husband, they owned and operated Brehm's Family Restaurant in Emporium.Â


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Tickets for the 10th annual Newport Beach Film Festival (NBFF), which runs April 23-30, are now on sale here. Those will cost you $12 for general admission (or $8 if you are a student or senior buying before 5 p.m.); $30 for all Spotlight films and parties; $55 for the Opening Night film and party; ... More >>
So they finally coaxed me out of the ivory tower that is the Calendar Dept. and convinced me to blog. Okay, first thing's first. A moment of silence for Harvey Korman. Blazing Saddles is playing this Wednesday at the Regency South Coast Village. Go see it and be reminded of the man's brilliance. M ... More >>


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Mitigating community impact resulting from capital redeployment.
Corporations sometimes find it necessary to close operations in small or mid-size communities. It is important to protect the corporation's brand name and image, but also to minimize the impact to the community. Partners consults with local communities, their economic development organizations and state government to help identify new uses for the properties impacted and job support for affected employees. Partners has been successful mitigating job losses and image issues for a major corporation when it has disposed of excess property acquired through a merger.


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Management team
Michael is a seasoned leader within the world of Management Consulting, with years of experience designing and implementing solutions for the Fortune 500 clients in mobile, financial services, entertainment, and other industries. He has extensive experience working with remote software delivery teams across the world and has been part of the outsourcing industry since its worldwide commercial flare-up in the mid 1990's. Michael's passion is for seeing successful ideas make it into rapidly scaling, commercially successful ventures.
Michael holds an MBA from UCLA Anderson School of Management.
Marty is a proven CFO with over 30 years of progressive experience. His experience includes CFO positions with technology companies Packet Motion, Kasenna and CAD Solutions. He also was Corporate Controller for Harmonic (HLIT) and worked for PricewaterhouseCoopers.
Marty is a CPA and holds an MBA from the University of California Haas School of Business.
Sergii is a lifelong student of technology and the ways it enriches human lives. He was an integral member of Cogniance's original founding team and currently runs the entire engineering branch of the company.
Sergii has 15+ years experience in software development, including 10+ years in management positions and 7 years managing teams of 30-150 software and operations engineers and project managers.
Sergii holds an MS in Engineering from National Technical University of Ukraine and an MBA from Kyiv Mohyla Business School.
Head of UX & Design
Julia has over a decade of experience in Design Management and is in charge of Cogniance UX and Design. At Cogniance Julia manages the team of world class designers to provide superior User Experiences that exceed clients' expectations and drive valuable customer outcomes. Julia's primary focus is on attracting and motivating the brightest people in the industry, and finding the best possible ways of marrying beautiful design and solid technology to create unique products people love to use. Julia is a digital visionary and strategist who has led the creation of over 300 design projects through immersion with customers, and with perfectionism and creativity. Passionate about design, fashion, travel and photography, Julia ensures that Cogniance imparts a global design aesthetic.
Head of Quality
Roman brings over ten years of software engineering and quality experience to Cogniance. Since the company's founding, along with holding general management and executive committee duties, Roman has been running Cogniance Quality group. He has developed all of Cogniance's software and process quality processes, actively participated in operational process optimization, change management and internal corporate policy development. In 2008 Roman achieved the highest software quality test score in the United States as measured by the www.brainbench.com evaluation. Roman is keenly interested in the recruiting, training, and development of innovative talent to deliver industry-leading high quality and high performance results.


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One of the eleventy-billion things my house needs is restoration of its original oak hardwood floors. All that's wrong with the floors (aside from very, very light scratches in some areas) is that the finish has worn off over the past ~50 years.Eventually I'd like to have the floors sanded and refinished. The problem is I've never done such a thing, and neither has anyone else I know. I've done some reading and the process sounds simple enough if you use an orbital sander and lots of patience, but if the risk of ruining the floor is really high I'd rather hire a professional.So, is this a DIY job, or should I pay someone a few grand to fix my floors?
I like to DIY stuff, but for some things it's better to pay a pro. I'd say this is one of those situations.Usually a drum sander is used for the larger areas and a smaller orbital for where the drum can't get. Yeah, you can rent drum sanders, but it doesn't take much to ruin your floors. If you're only doing a 3x5' area, a orbital might be fine. For anything larger you'll need a drum sander (unless you plan on making it a lifelong project).
I have refinished a couple of thousand feet of oak in houses the age of yours. Could you post a few pics showing the condition of the floors and what the finish currently looks like both good and bad areas?
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A drum sander isn't very forgiving, and takes a practiced hand...That said, if the floors aren't totally trashed, it may not need to get that drastic... If its mostly wear and scuffing, a refinishing kit may freshen it up enough.If it needs more then that, I've had good luck with the random vibrating sanders, that use the large square sanding pads. I did about 750 sq ft of oak parquet at my last house, and it turned out very well.Edit - refinish, not relish... Damn ipad autocorrect... Something like this:»www.rustoleum.com/cbgproduct.asp?pid=67
a relishing kit
Yeah, I was looking at worst case. but to sand 1000SqFt or more....with a orbital sander. I'd rather pay a grand and be walking on it a week later.If you really need to break out the sander (of any kind) practice in a closet or other hidden spot first.
Have you ever tried to do this?
That a trick question?
No -- have you ever refinished 1000 or more sq ft of oak sanding with either an orbital or drum sander? Simple question
Your question was answered in the OP's first post though, had you read it: "The problem is I've never done such a thing, and neither has anyone else I know."yes I have installed many thousand sqft hardwood floors and also finished them (including drum sanding). but I'm also not the OP. Thanks for asking.
I did read the OP's post. My question was to you. Evidently you have never refinished 50 year old floors.
All that's wrong with the floors (aside from very, very light scratches in some areas) is that the finish has worn off over the past ~50 years.
I think there is some confusion here on using an orbital sander to do the entire job. There are 2 main types of sanders that rental places carry. The first is the drum sander which has been around forever. You can very quickly get yourself in trouble with a drum sander if you don't know what you are doing. The drum sander can't reach against the wall so you have to use a small orbital sander to get in the tight areas. Nobody would ever use this small orbital sander to do 1000+ sq. ft.
I'll get photos of the floor(s) in question tonight after I get my hands on a better camera + while sunlight is still in the room. I tried taking them with my cell phone last night and it was nearly impossible to tell a shadow from discoloration.The floors I'm referring to are in 3 bedrooms, a hallway which is currently still covered in carpet and a walk-in linen closet. Once the movers are finished I'll remove the carpet in the hallway and get a better idea of what shape that floor is in, but right now it appears as if the only problem areas are in the master bedroom, which is where I suspect most of the foot traffic has been in the past 30 years.Having looked at it again last night, it might not need to be sanded/refinished as much as it needs to be cleaned in some way. High-traffic areas like right in front of the master bathroom door are very dark. Much darker and dirtier than areas like corners where furnature used to be. Almost like the floor was scuffed.I'll try to get those photos tonight and post them tomorrow morning. I'd love to post them tonight but I don't have Internet access at the house yet, and my cell phone's reception is kinda "meh".
There's another option, that's become quite common at big-box and DIY rentals places, as well...It's the large pad sander
Interesting, I've never seen one like that.
It depends on many things like how much floor do you need to do, how quickly do you need it, how bad the floor, etc.I've done a room with a 3x18 belt sander and a Makita 1/4 sheet sander. A couple of years later, I also had a 4x24 belt sander in addition for the above for another room.I've found that coating requires more skill than sanding -- I can just do the sanding slowly and carefully, and that's all that needed.--Wacky Races 2012!
Well..IMHO..I prefer to DIY but when I had my floors done, there was no Big Box rental of a full sheet sander. They only rented drum models. And the horrors I saw of a drum sander to a perfectly good floor...I paid a pro $3/sqft to sand floor and edges once, first coat of satin oil-based urethane, screen, 2nd coat and screen, 3rd coat.Been 10 years now and looks like new. Did have to have windows open during finish coats, but totally worth the result.Figure out how many sqft you have, then call some pro's. Get estimates. I recommend the oil-based urethane over water. You decide if you want glossy (shiney) or satin.--Splat
Personally, I would pay to get it done if it's for the whole house.A DIY job would take time, many days of rental, and constantly living in dust throughout the whole ordeal (Would be useless to start cleaning while the project isn't finished).It's a messy, noisy, annoying job.BUT it is a DIYabled job.
I have friends who did floors DIY. It was more than they bargained for. The power in their house was not adequate to support the sander (belt types) so they had to make special arrangements to get power to it. They also damaged a good bit of flooring learning to run the sander. It is doable, but it is one of those jobs that may be better contracted out.
I did my parents floor while in my teens using a drum sander.I've always been handy with wood though.It went surprisingly smooth.The Varathane we used was miles better than whatever was put on the floors when the house was built. It still looks good 20+ years and a Golden Retriever later.--The talented hawk speaks French.
I think there is some confusion here on using an orbital sander to do the entire job.
I've seen that at Home Depot.. those do create quite a bit of sawdust. [I know from helping someone refinsh their living room floor.]
Could fill the 1/4" holes with hard-wood dowel - I think that much putty would be far too obvious, myself.The tack-strips, either putty, or just leave them. I'd be tempted to do the later... Trying to fill and match, could easily make them MORE visible, rather then less.As for the discolouration - I'm going to say (and I'm a phone guy by trade, not a flooring guy, so take it with the appropriate grain of salt) - that the dirt and staining is pretty ground into the finish, and sanding/refinishing is the way to go. The boards look to be in good shape, it's just the finish that's wore out.Try a good cleaner (murphy's oil soap) and some elbow grease, but if that doesn't do it, you're probably looking at a strip and re-finish.
These floors are not *that* bad. Personally, I'd just do it with the sanders I have. I'd fill the holes with wood fillers.--Wacky Races 2012!
Whether it's a DIY job or not depends on the state of the floor, the area and the amount of time you have.If the floors are old and uneven you'll have to do multiple passes, rental tools are totally underpowered.It's a messy job too. There *will* be sawdust everywhere unless you seal the room and create negative pressure.Then there is the smell. You won't be able to live in your house for 1 week, assuming you manage to coat all the surface in 1 day and do the buffing passes in 1 day, then re-coat the same day.Yes there is water-based polyurethane that doesn't smell so bad, but it doesn't last nearly as long, so unless you want to repeat the job in 5 years stick with oil-based.I've done hardwood floors in my house as DIY. After doing 2 rooms (that's how much I could sand in 1 day due to uneven floors) I decided that between the multiple rentals it was easier to just hire a company. The results weren't as good as mine, but they were done in 1 week. They used much more powerful tools which were cleaning the floor in 1-2 quick passes vs 5-6 for the rental tool. But again, my floors were uneven, on even floors you may have better luck...
Then there is the smell. You won't be able to live in your house for 1 week, assuming you manage to coat all the surface in 1 day and do the buffing passes in 1 day, then re-coat the same day.
All in all it sounds like tons of fun!


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|Introduction and Specifications
|A few months ago, CyberPowerPC unveiled a new line of custom gaming PCs under the "Zeus" moniker that promised impressive specs and features at a relatively low price. As it turns out, there are plenty of Zeus models available (nine at present, by our count), which provides a plethora of starting price points. For $1,125, you can nab a basic Zeus Thunder 1000, but a top-of-the-heap Zeus Thunder Max starts at $3,735.
Right smack dab in the middle of the Zeus family price ladder is the Zeus Thunder 2500 SE, a $1,899 rig that CyberPowerPC sent us to play with. Granted, there are plenty of nice systems out there in the $1,000-$2,000 range, but there's often a feature or two you have to live without. Perhaps the CPU or GPU is a generation old, or you forego liquid cooling in favor of traditional air-cooling. There are no such concessions with the Zeus Thunder 2500 SE, unless you consider rocking a GeForce GTX 680 instead of a 690 or an Intel Core i7-3770K instead of perhaps a 3960X compromising.
Indeed, this CPU and GPU pairing is a fine starting point for a high-performing system, and the overclocked CPU (4.7GHz) is cooled by an Asetek 570LX 240mm water cooler. CyberPowerPC opted for an ASUS P8Z77-V motherboard upon which to build the system and slotted in 16GB of Corsair Vengeance DDR3-1600 (4x4GB).
On the storage side, there's a speedy Corsair 120GB Force GT SSD paired with a 1TB Hitachi (7200RPM) bulk storage drive, and the optical drive is an LG 12x Blu-ray player/DVD-RW combo.
We were glad to see that the Zeus Thunder 2500 SE had no bloatware at all; when we first started it up, all we got was the default Windows desktop background. Most custom builders these days seem to be ditching pre-installed junk, and that's a most welcome trend. Nothing's more annoying that dropping big money on a custom PC only to spend your first hours with it uninstalling a bunch of unwanted junk-ware.
What we have here is a nice list of components, but let's dig in to see what kind of system the CyberPowerPC folks built from it.
|Overall Design and Layout
|All the aforementioned tasty components are wrapped in a white NZXT Switch 810 case, and CyberPowerPC didn't do much to the stock chassis except add a gray laser-etched logo to the side panel, just below the huge side window. NZXT used a mix of white plastic and painted metal for the Switch 810, but the paint job is high quality enough that it's hard to tell which surfaces are which, and the glossy finish nicely sets off the black rubberized detailing around the top and front of the case.
The whole point of the NZXT Switch 810 is to offer users three cooling options: liquid cooling, fans galore with all the vents open, or quiet performance with all the vents closed. With the Zeus Thunder 2500 SE, CyberPowerPC opted for liquid cooling (for the CPU only) in addition to quite a few fans--one each in back, in front, on the bottom, and aimed at the drive bay as well as three fans on top aiding the radiator.
The top panel is vented to allow users the choice to close up the case to reduce noise or leave it open for ventilation, and our rig came to us with the vents open. The front panel has a clean, uninterrupted look, hiding the optical drive and front panel ports until they're needed. There's a pair of USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports, a card slot, audio ports, reset button, and an LED toggle switch that can turn the white LEDs in the rear on or off under the front panel flap.
Inside, the included components barely take up any room, and it looks like the overly spacious apartment of a young rich guy who only needs furniture for one. Obviously, the lack of a CPU fan/heatsink opens things up a bit, but the Switch 810 could easily handle another graphics card or two with no trouble. A superb cable routing job keeps the space uncluttered, as well.
|PCMark and 3DMark Tests
|To kick things off, we fired up Futuremark's system performance benchmark, PCMark Vantage. This synthetic benchmark suite simulates a range of real-world scenarios and workloads, stressing various system subsets in the process. Everything you'd want to do with your PC -- watching HD movies, music compression, image editing, gaming, and so forth -- is represented here, and most of the tests are multi-threaded, making this a good indicator of all-around performance.
Although our CyberPowerPC Zeus Thunder 2500 SE didn't always do especially well against other systems in testing (as you'll see later), this impressive PCMark Vantage score is indicative of an all-around strong system. The combination of an overclocked Ivy Bridge processor, top-notch NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680 graphics card, and a good Corsair SSD (not to mention the liquid cooling) is a potent one.
As you can see, our system edged out every other save for the (insane) Maingear SHIFT SS. The Digital Storm ODE system posted a strangely low score in this one, though, which helps to bump up the CyberPowerPC's place. Note well, however, that unlike most of the top-performing systems here, the CyberPowerPC is one of the only ones without at least two graphics cards.
In the PCMark7 test, it's the iBuyPower system's turn for a funky score. There's no reason why it should have done as well as it did, particularly against the Digital Storm rig that has a better processor and twice the graphics firepower. (This is why we run a battery of tests instead of just relying on one or two.)
Regardless, the CyberPowerPC trailed them both, though by a slim margin. It didn't come close to matching the score of 6654 posted by the Maingear system, however, although that's not surprising.
There's a notable lead pack in 3DMark Vantage, and it's comprised of the Maingear SHIFT SS, Digital Storm ODE, and CyberPowerPC systems; from there, the field drops off. The delta between the Digital Storm and CyberPowerPC systems is rather small, which is impressive considering the former has a slightly better CPU and two graphics cards.
(Yes, it's also worth noting that the Maingear SHIFT SS killed the other rigs by a longshot. We're just going to stop talking about how that monstrous system took the top score again; frankly, it's going to be tops in pretty much every benchmark for the foreseeable future. When it finally falls to some system that costs half as much, we'll address it again. Cool? Cool.)
Although in 3DMark 11 our CyberPowerPC system again took third, there was a bit more distance between it and the Digital Storm ODE system and much less distance between it and the Digital Storm Enix rig. The results from all the systems actually form a nice curve.
Even on the Extreme preset, the CyberPowerPC Zeus Thunder 2500 SE performs reasonably well, although the Digital Storm ODE Level 4 posted a score of X5384.
|SiSoft SANDRA and Cinebench
|We continued our testing with SiSoftware's SANDRA, the System ANalyzer, Diagnostic and Reporting Assistant. We ran four of the built-in subsystem tests (CPU Arithmetic, Multimedia, Memory Bandwidth, Physical Disks).
The CyberPowerPC system faltered here somewhat; while the Digital Storm rig went toe to toe with the Maingear system (a substantial feat), the Zeus Thunder barely hung with the iBuyPower system. All of these chips are heavily overclocked, so it's odd that the CyberPowerPC's Ivy Bridge (4.7GHz) processor would essentially mirror the performance on the iBuyPower's Sandy Bridge (4.6GHz) processor.
In the Memory and Physical Disks tests, the CyberPowerPC rig delivered uneven results. Its Corsair SSD fared well enough compared to the Digital Storm's Corsair SSD, but the memory couldn't deliver the same bandwidth as the Digital Storm system's.
There are some interesting results in the Cinebench tests. On the one hand, the CyberPowerPC rocked the single-threaded test with a score of 1.99, but in the multi-threaded test it was on par with a gaggle of older CPUs while lagging far behind the Sandy Bridge-E processors due to their additional cores/threads.
Chalk the OpenGL score up to the Digital Storm and Maingear systems' more numerous graphics cards, although it's worth noting that hitting 67.5 FPS is not exactly disappointing.
|Gaming Benchmarks: Far Cry 2, Just Cause 2, and Lost Planet 2
Despite the fact that the CyberPowerPC system fell to the middle of the pack, it gets bonus points for hanging in there despite being the only system without a multi-GPU setup.
Today's systems just scoff at these DX10 titles, but the Maingear and Digital Storm ODE rigs laughed much more dismissively than the rest of the field; although the CyberPowerPC system delivered a ridiculous 146.38 FPS score, that was only good enough for third place.
You can't ask for a prettier score curve than the above. Again, our test system came in third place, but that lone graphics card delivered excellent framerates at every resolution we tested, even with the settings cranked nice and high.
|Gaming Benchmarks: Metro 2033, S.T.A.L.K.E.R., and Batman: Arkham City
Remember a couple of pages ago when we said we'd bring up the whole Maingear SHIFT SS X79 thing when there was something to discuss? That time is now.
The CyberPowerPC hit 117.63 FPS at a resolution of 1024x768, which bested the Maingear's score of 83 FPS by a ridiculous margin. Then again, at 1920x1080, the CyberPowerPC rig pulled just 57.33 FPS while the Maingear and Digital Storm systems hit 73.67 FPS and 71.53 FPS, respectively.
It appears as though performance with single GeForce cards is scaling much differently than multi-card Radeon HD setups in Metro 2033. Note the Dell Alienware (with a GeForce GTX 555) scores we included; the curve there is similar to that of the CyberPowerPC system. The two Radeon HD-packing systems barely post performance differences between resolutions at all--not that it's a problem to deliver upwards of 70 FPS at any resolution.
Once again, our featured system took third place, but even so it handled S.T.A.L.K.E.R. with aplomb. It's also worth noting again the differences in performance scaling between systems with GeForce versus (multi-card) Radeon HD setups.
We've noted in the past that Batman: Arkham City struggles with CrossFire setups, and when we tested the Maingear rig, it was a downright mess, which led to that system's comparatively dismal scores. Software updates in the meantime have helped, which is why Digital Storm is our highest scorer in this test and why the CyberPowerPC system did as well as it did against both of the other systems.
The benefit of a multi-GPU setup is more apparent the higher the resolution goes, as the performance gap between the Digital Storm and CyberPowerPC systems widens at each increase.
|Power Consumption and Noise
|Before bringing this article to a close, we'll take a look at power consumption of the CyberPowerPC Zeus Thunder 2500 SE versus the other systems we tested. We let each system boot and sit idle before measuring idle power and then loaded down each system with both an instance of Prime95 (to load down the CPU) and Furmark (to load the GPU) before taking our full load power consumption measurements. Our goal was to give you an idea as to how much power each configuration used while idling on the desktop and while under a heavy workload. Keep in mind, this is total system power consumption being measured at the outlet.
It's somewhat startling to see how much juice those monster systems drink, even compared to high performers like the iBuyPower rig and our featured CyberPowerPC system. The latter pulls a bit more power than the iBuyPower system both at idle and under load, but the two are right in the same ballpark with similarly specifications and features.
We didn't label this page "Power Consumption and Noise" for nothing; sometimes there are compromises builders have to make for achieving great cooling and performance. In this case, the compromise is noise. The CyberPowerPC Zeus Thunder 2500 SE has seven fans, and although they keep it down to a reasonable hum at idle, they scream at full tilt.
|Performance Summary and Conclusion
|Performance Summary: In all of our tests, the CyberPowerPC Zeus Thunder 2500 SE performed very well. Even though it took third place in most of our benchmarks, it did so behind two much pricier systems. With that said, it also routinely outpaced some other rigs, including the iBuyPower Erebus GT (which costs about $600 more). That's impressive performance for a machine that costs just $1,899.
With many of the cutting edge products we evaluate, there's at least a little something that goes wrong or needs tweaking. And when companies send us something that's new as well as overclocked (such as this system), the possibilities for trouble grow. We'd be remiss if we didn't point out that we had absolutely no issues with the Zeus Thunder 2500 SE. Once we fired up the unit the first time, it was smooth sailing all the way through to the last benchmark. CyberPowerPC should be commended for achieving that level of stability, and for anyone worried about the long-term effects of that monster CPU overclock, the company offers a 3 years labor/1 year parts warranty to back up its work.
The CyberPowerPC Zeus Thunder 2500 SE
The company also did a great job selecting the NZXT Switch 810 case in our opinion, which offers attractive looks without the added expense of a heavily altered or full custom chassis, and actually contributes something to the system's overall performance, as well.
You could scarcely find a better price-for-performance ratio than $1,899 for the Zeus Thunder 2500 SE, although if you're not in love with the price, CyberPowerPC has eight other Zeus Thunder gaming rigs available, starting at $1,125. If you're looking for just a little more performance than this system offers, however, there are pricier versions with slightly more beefed-up specs too, all the way up to the $3,735 Zeus Thunder Max. As we saw with the other systems in our test bank, however, at some point ponying up more money for features offers diminishing returns. This system, as configured, will likely do most users just fine.
The only thing we can complain about is the excess noise the fans emit when the system is under sustained load, which is hardly a reason to avoid the CyberPowerPC Zeus Thunder 2500 SE.


text: Meyer Lemons & Spiced Celeriac Fresh mozzarella, sauteed spinach & shallots, pan-fried spiced celeriac (with cinnamon, nutmeg, Moroccan spice blend, cayenne, lemon juice & zest), shredded pecorino romano, Meyer lemon slices, pomegranate seeds Recipe Ingredients:1 ball of pizza dougholive oilsalt & pepperflour for dusting1-2 balls fresh mozzarella3-4 Meyer lemons2 cups packed baby spinach2 shallots, thinly sliced1 large celeriac, peeled, sliced into rounds & then cut into quarterspinch of cayennepinch of Moroccan spice blendpinch of cinnamonpinch of nutmegshredded pecorino romano1/2 cup pomegranate seeds Directions:Preheat your oven to 550° F, or as hot as it will go. Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan over medium heat, and add the celeriac. Celeriac might be labeled as celery root in grocery stores, but it's really just a particular type of celery whose roots are edible (and delicious). Cook the celeriac, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes, until they are just starting to brown. Then add the spices, along with the zest of one of your Meyer lemons, and the juice of one and a half of them. Meyer lemons are a great find at this time of year. They are sort of like a cross between a lemon and an orange—slightly rounder and sweeter than a regular lemon, so they are much more palatable to eat on their own. You can also add up to 100ml of water to the mixture, and let it simmer for about 10 more minutes. You want the celeriac to be nice and tender. When they're finished, remove from the heat and set aside. Meanwhile, heat a little olive oil in a second pan over medium heat and add the shallots. Cook them, stirring occasionally, for about 3-4 minutes, until tender. Then add the spinach, season with salt & pepper, and cook for another minute or two, until the leaves are starting to wilt. When your oven is hot, you can begin to prepare the dough, using the instructions here. Once you've baked it for a minute, brush it lightly with olive oil and tear off pieces of your mozzarella ball until they are spread out evenly across the pizza. Add the spinach and shallots, followed by the celeriac and a sprinkling of shredded pecorino romano. Cut the remaining lemons into thin slices and lay them out to your desired amount on the pizza. Put your pizza back in the oven and bake until the cheese is melted and the crust is golden brown. When it looks finished, take it out and sprinkle it with pomegranate seeds—then slice it and enjoy! pizzatuesdays posted this


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Kat Dahlia – Clocks (UGANDA Remix) (Feat. Navio)
Kat Dahlia grabbed our attention when she put out her single "Gangsta" almost a year ago. With all the success she has since then put out a bunch of great singles for us to listen to. One of those is her single "Clocks". We got to hear Kat perform this track when we were in DE for the FoxTail Music Festival. Her amazing and unique voice separates her from many upcoming female vocalists. With all that being said here she lets loose a remix to her big single "Clocks". This remix features hip-hop artist Navio. Be sure to show Kat Dahlia some love and go follow her on Twitter. Enjoy.


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Mathieu van der Poel overhauls Lars van der Haar to win Superprestige Gieten
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Logan Owen came close, but picked 'the wrong moment to go'
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- Published Sep. 28, 2013
The American had high hopes for this world championships and says he'll try again in the under-23 ranks
Mathieu Van der Poel wins junior men's race at worlds
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The Dutchman adds a road title to his pair of world cyclocross titles with a solo escape in Italy
Crossland Q&A: How secure is European cyclocross?
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- Published Feb. 14, 2013
Our man in the Belgian mud answers a question about making room in the elites for the young riders and signs off for the season
Analysis: Owen's fourth-place may be better than rainbow
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- Published Feb. 3, 2013
- Updated Nov. 2, 2013 at 10:54 PM EDT
Mathieu Van der Poel was unstoppable on Saturday morning in Louisville
Mathieu Van Der Poel v. Logan Owen: A tale of two juniors whose ending has yet to be written
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Both young men are strong and determined. On Saturday, fortune smiled on one of them
Mathieu Van Der Poel defends junior world cyclocross title
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The Dutch powerhouse mounted a masterful defense of his rainbow jersey on the snowy Louisville circuit
Logan Owen scores another runner-up finish in Diegem
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The U.S. 17-18 champ scores again behind world champion Mathieu Van Der Poel, who appears to be invincible
Logan Owen, Curtis White go 1-2 behind Mathieu Van Der Poel in Loenhout
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Found in the Miles
My mind moves too fast, and I know I have to keep up with it.
Blood rushes to my ears, and a lion roars its upsets and pleasures, and what am I supposed to do when every part of me requires action? Stay still? How, when every fiber of my being is excited to the point of ignition – atoms ready to burst into flames?
I pool movement into my limbs. Legs feel lighter. Feet skirt above shadows cast by the trees I run past. Sometimes I cry on my runs. Sometimes I laugh and dance. Sometimes I run because passions reign far too strongly inside me. And other times, I run to fill the hollow space of no emotion.
When I was fifteen, running away became an addiction – a cure for my teenage angst. It was the only time I ever heard real silence. Yet still, at eighteen, I started to fall in love with the sound of footsteps. Rapid, quick, and sure. I was lost, I admit, but not as lost as I had once been. Forging ahead with beat up sneakers had a way of figuring out who I was. At nineteen, after feeling as though my life was just momentarily aligned (a cute boy, a good grade, a confident smile)… I yelped with joy and ran two miles completely barefoot.
For the good and bad, I never knew that running away would turn into this. I don't run away anymore. I just run.
The best part is the way that my shoes now scrape off words from the concrete beneath my feet. Organize. That's what happens. When I run, my thoughts - those deafening, booming, thundering thoughts – become stories…characters…ideas.
I find mine in miles.
-Bonnie Markou
Wrote this for a writing blog I keep with some friends. I figured it fits this blog too.


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Print this HOT Totino's Party Pizza Coupon for $1.00 OFF any 2. This coupon is twice as good as the other $1.00 OFF any 4 coupon. Most times the Totino's Party Pizzas are priced at about $1.00 so you can get them for around $0.50 with this coupon.
There are basically three types of coupons, manufacturer coupons, store coupons and e-coupons. Let's take a look at each one.
Manufacturer coupons will be your "bread and butter" for coupon savings. Mainly found in newspaper inserts, these can also be found on products, displays or printable from the Internet. These coupons are provided by the manfacturer.
Most people don't realize that stores are actually reimbursed by the manufacturer for the value of the coupon. So you shouldn't feel like you are taking advantage of the store because the store still makes money on it.
So how can you tell a manufacturer coupon from a store coupon you might ask. You might say because the coupon says Manufacturer's Coupon on the top of it. While in most cases this is true, sometimes it is not. Some stores will have Manufacturer Coupon printed on top of their own coupons, but they are in fact store coupons.
To tell real manufacturer coupons you can use these 2 ways to verify. Manufacturer coupons have a UPC code that starts with 5 or 9. They also have instructions for stores on how to get reimbursed for the coupons.
Store coupons are provided by the store and are only usable at that store. Stores do not get reimbursed for their own coupons and they act more like sales on those items.
Many store coupons are provided by the store's loyalty programs, email subscriptions or within their own ads.
eCoupons work by "loading" coupons onto store loyalty cards. The coupon is activated automatically when you buy the associated item. This frees you from having to print or clip the coupon.
Here are third-party companies that you can load coupons onto various store loyalty cards:
Most coupons come from the Sunday newspaper inserts. These inserts are small booklets usually somewhere near advertisements.There are 3 main inserts – SmartSource, Red Plum and Procter & Gamble. SmartSource and Redplum inserts are usually in every Sunday newspaper, where as Procter & Gamble inserts are found monthly. To see a preview of upcoming inserts go to Sunday Coupon Preview.
It's usually a good idea to get several Sunday newspapers. To save money, getting a subscription(s) is a good idea –> Discounted newspaper subscriptions
Printable coupons are becoming increasingly popular. They allow couponers to get coupons immediately for free. Here are the main printable coupon sites:
More and more companies are using Facebook to promote their coupons. Facebook provides a large reach for companies without the cost.
Blinkies are coupon dispensers found in stores usually near the related product. They usually have a blinking light which is how it got its name.
Coupons that are attached to the product. You can usually just peel them off the product and use the coupon right away.
Many coupons are found in the product itself. Manufacturers are hoping for repeat customers.
Catalinas are coupons that print out at the register after you have made a purchase. These coupons are normally linked to something you have bought that triggered it to print.
Some companies still use the good ole mail system to send you coupons. A good way I have found to get coupons in the mail is to request samples. Usually sample products come with coupons for the full size items.
Many magazines have coupons in them, but there are a few that have a lot of coupons. Many couponers have subscriptions to All You Magazine which is known for its coupons.
After mastering the basics of coupon strategies it's time to use more advanced strategies to save even more money and maximize the benefit of your coupons.
Overage refers to the amount of the coupon over the price of the item. For example if an item costs $1.50 and you have a coupon for $2.00, there is $0.50 overage. You can use overage to offset the cost of other products in the same transaction. Please be aware that not every store allows you to get overage. Many stores will adjust the coupon down to the price of the item, thus in our previous example, the coupon would be applied at $1.50 instead of the $2.00. Check with the store's coupon policy to see if they allow for overage.
A rain check allows you to get the sale price of an item even after the sale is over. They are given when the item is out of stock, usually because of a sale. What many people don't realize is that rain checks are a fantastic tool for couponers because they allow you to get the sale price at any time for the duration of the rain check. You can hold on to the rain check and wait for the perfect coupon to match up for that item.
Many stores will price match their competitors prices. You can take advantage of this if you have store coupons for a specific store that you can use to stack with your manufacturer coupons. Sometimes you want to purchase all your items at one store to take advantage of the store's loyalty program.
Many manufacturers offer rebates as another way for you to save money. Many rebates require you to mail in proof of purchase, however Rite Aid has their own rebate program that allows you to submit rebates thru their website.
Many times you can find items in the clearance section that you can use your coupons on. Because they are already at clearance price, combining them with a coupon usually makes them extremely cheap and even FREE!
Be sure to check the trial section for products that you can use your coupons on also. Many coupons do not specify a size so you are able to use them on trial size products which generally end up being FREE. Be sure to read the coupon carefully as some coupons state specifically that they are not valid on trial size products.
Successful couponing requires knowing the lingo.
BOGO or B1G1 – Buy One Get One FREE
Blinkie – Coupon dispenser found in stores near related product(s). The name comes from the blinking light on the dispenser.
Catalina – coupon machine at the register that prints coupons triggered by certain products that you purchase.
ECBs – Extra Care Bucks or Extrabucks. Part of CVS Store Loyalty program. Prints out on the end of receipt after purchasing promoted products. Can be used just like cash in CVS with a few exceptions.
eCoupons – are loaded onto store loyalty cards. They are automatically deducted when you card is swiped at the register.
Exp – expiration date
Insert(s) – coupon booklets inserted in the Sunday newspapers. 3 major inserts are SmartSource (SS), Red Plum (RP) and Procter & Gamble (PG). It is a good idea to get at least 2 to 4 Sunday Newspapers for coupons, to stockpile when a sale is good. Get a newspaper subscription to save on newspaper costs –> Discounted Newspaper Subscriptions
IP – Internet printable coupons or printable coupons. You can print them on your printer at home to use like other coupons.
IVC – Instant Value Coupons. Store coupons found in the Walgreens ad. Since they are store coupons they may be stacked with manufacturer coupons.
Manufacturer Coupon – Created by the manufacturer. UPC code on the coupon starts with 5 or 9. Stores are reimbursed by the manufacturer for the coupons they accept.
MIR – Mail in Rebate. Requires you to send in proof of purchase along with a rebate form to get your cash rebate.
OOP – Out of Pocket. Refers to the amount of money you need to make a purchase.
Peelie – Manufacturer coupons attached to a product that you can peel off and use right away.
PG – Proctor & Gamble. The are a manufacturer the creates a wide array of consumer goods. They provide monthly coupon inserts in the Sunday Newspaper.
Q – Abbreviation for coupon.
Raincheck – available upon request when an item is out of stock. Allows you to get the sale price even after the sale is over.
RR – Register Rewards. Part of Walgreens store loyalty reward program. Printed on catalina machine after purchase of promoted items.
RP – Red Plum. One of the 3 major inserts found in the Sunday Newspaper. You can also print coupons on the Red Plum Website.
SCR – Single Check Rebate. Rebate program from Rite Aid that offers you another way to save in addition to their Up Rewards program. You can submit rebates on their website without needing to mail it in. You can get 1 rebate check a month.
SS – Smart Source. One of the 3 major inserts found in the Sunday Newspaper. You can also print coupons on the Smart Source website.
Stacking – refers to using both a store and a manufacturer coupon on a single product. You CANNOT stack two manufacturer coupons on a single item.
Stockpiling – purchasing a lot of items because of great price of the item, usually because of the sale price of an item that is matched with a good coupon.
Store Coupon – provided by the store. Usually found in the weekly store ad or on the store website. Stores are NOT reimbursed for store coupons.
Tear Pad – pad of coupons found near the related product.
UPRs – +Up Rewards. Part of the Rite Aid store loyalty program. Printed on the end of receipts after purchasing promoted product. Can be used just like cash at Rite Aid with a few exceptions.
WAGS – Walgreens.
WYB – When You Buy. Some coupons or sales require to buy multiple items to get the discounted price.
YMMV – Your Mileage May Vary. Refers to the fact that the experience one person may receive may be different from another's when using a coupon or making a purchase.
Stockpiling refers to buying items at low prices and stocking up, instead of buying items when you need them and paying whatever price the item is at the time.
By using the coupon strategies you learned earlier you are sometimes able to get "rock bottom" prices on items. This is the time you want to STOCKPILE.
You want to stockpile when you get "rock bottom" prices. How do you know when an item is at a "rock bottom" price.
This requires you to know what is actually a great price versus a good price. This will take some time, but each week you will gain a greater grasp of what items normally cost, when they are at a good price, and when they are at "rock bottom" prices.
Some people create a price book to keep track of prices for various items. Others just rely on good 'ole fashion memory. Use what works for you.
Most sales cycles last 3 to 4 months, so generally speaking you want to stockpile the amount of product that will last at least that amount of time. For some products like household items you can stockpile larger amounts. It depends on how many coupons you have, and how many people are in your household.
For larger families obviously you are going to want to stockpile more product. Keep in mind you will also need more coupons to take advantage of those "once in a cycle" sales. The general rule of thumb is buy/get one newspaper for coupons, per family member.
The first thing to learn when using coupons is to pair them with a sale. This means using coupons on items that are on sale. Using coupons on sale items maximizes your coupon value and greatly increase your savings. Don't feel you have to use a coupon right away, save them and wait for a good sale to use.
For example:
Crest Toothpaste normally cost $3.99. Lets say you have a $1 off coupon. You decide to use it and save $1 and get the toothpaste for only $2.99.
Now lets say the following week it goes on sale for $2.99. If we had waited for the sale to use our coupon we would only pay $1.99 saving us $2.00 instead of $1.00 essentially doubling our savings.
Crest Toothpaste – $3.99
- On sale for $2.99
- $1 off Coupon
- = pay only $1.99
The second thing to learn when using coupons is stacking. Stacking refers to using a manufacturer coupon along with a store coupon. While you are not able to use multiple manufacturer coupons on a single item, you are able to use them along with a store coupon. Combine stacking with a sale and you are in for some pretty nice savings.
For example:
Crest Toothpaste normally priced at $3.99 is on sale for $2.99. We use our $1 off manufacturer coupon and in ad store coupon for Crest to save another $1 off. Our total out of pocket cost is $0.99!
Crest Toothpaste – $3.99
- On sale for $2.99
- minus $1 off manufacturer coupon
- minus $1 off store coupon
- = pay only $0.99
The third couponing strategy to learn about is Store Loyalty programs. Many stores such as CVS, Rite Aid & Safeway, to name a few, have loyalty programs that involve store cards which provide additional savings, and offers. CVS for example offers extracare bucks as part of their program that is awarded on certain promotions and sales. Every week CVS will offer extracare bucks on certain items.
For example:
Crest Toothpaste is on sale for $2.99 at CVS. We have a manufacturer coupon $1 off. CVS is offering $2 extrabucks when you buy Crest Toothpaste. You end up paying $1.99 for the toothpaste, but you get $2 in extracare bucks that you can use on your next transaction which essentially makes the toothpaste FREE!
Crest Toothpaste – $3.99
- On sale – $2.99
- minus $1 off manufacturer coupon
- get $2 in extrabucks from CVS
- = FREE! after coupon and extrabucks
Extracare bucks print out on your receipt and can be used just like cash in CVS with a few exceptions. For more information about CVS checkout our CVS ExtraCare Rewards Guide.
By using these basic strategies with coupons, you greatly increase the amount of money you save and get the most out of your coupons.
When it comes to grocery shopping most people start with a list of items that they need. After creating this list they head out to a store to buy those items. This is the traditional way most people shop.
This way of shopping forces you to pay whatever price the product is at for that week. Also, most people will only go to one store to do all their grocery shopping, forcing you to pay whatever price that store sells it at.
- Start with a list of items you need
- Go to a single store to buy all the items
- Pay whatever price the store sells it at
Successful couponing requires a different mindset than what most of us are used to. Gone are the days you start with a list of items you need. Instead you start with a list of what is on sale. Then combine sales with coupons to maximize your savings and stretch your hard earned dollars.
- Start with a list of what is on sale
- Find out what coupons you have to use on sale items
- Pay rock bottom prices and even get some stuff FREE!
In the next lesson we will look at basic coupon strategies to get you started on how to coupon.


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On Easter, voices of hope across New Hampshire
Irene Fisher, 3, of Marlborough, holds a sign of spring. (MEGHAN PIERCE/Union Leader Correspondent)
Their faith, their families and their fellow man: In a world that can sometimes seem hopeless, this is where many Granite Staters say they find hope.
For Christians, the Easter story itself is one of redemption and hope triumphing over sin and despair. So it's not surprising that many believers say their hope lies in their faith.
John Hilman of Rochester says he finds hope in his "relationship with God through Jesus Christ."
"Homes, jobs, and freedom and liberty can all be lost. To place one's hopes in anything Earthly is not logical to me," he wrote in response to a survey posted on unionleader.com.
Hilman knows what it's like to lose such things. A computer software engineer, he was laid off in 2007 when his employer merged with another company and laid off the entire staff.
Then Hilman suffered an aneurism in January 2012, which led to bleeding in his brain and surgery. It took months of rehabilitation before he could return to work, and his disability payments didn't cover expenses for his family of five.
They lost their house to foreclosure and their cars to repossession. "It was crazy," he said in an interview.
Yet he still has hope and an abiding faith, Hilman said. "With everything that's happened, the one thing that I still hold onto is this really isn't it. Life isn't really your final destination. Life is more just a journey to your final destination.
"I know that God is there," he said. "I know He's with me, and I know He has plans. And I know that in the end, when I die, that's where I'll be. That's what gives me hope."
He's not alone.
Kathy Masse of Manchester says she finds hope in "the resurrection of Jesus."
"It proves that He was the son of God. He preached a world of love and compassion," she said. "And the resurrection gives us the hope of something better, especially eternal life."
"Our hope is found in Jesus Christ alone," Suzanne McCutcheon of Rochester wrote in the online survey.
"Easter is about the rising of Christ after He was tortured and killed by man," she said. "It is not about bunnies and eggs, as this world has turned it into. There is still hope, there always will be because He is still here and always will be."
Jeremy Collins (left) of Newton finds hope "just by looking at the people around me and learning from their example."
"When you stop and really get a good look at the brighter side of humanity instead of focusing on the bad side, it will always make you hopeful for the future," he said. "Most people are generally good."
Likewise, Bob Shouse (right) of Portsmouth says he finds hope "in the spirit of my fellow man."
"I think in general mankind is optimistic, and with optimism there is hope," he said. "The sun will come up tomorrow, and one can always start over again, typically."
Paul Mallory of Bedford says he finds hope in the happiness of his wife and two sons. "I could very easily dwell and ruminate on the negatives that I don't have any control over, or I can choose to learn to live now," he said. "Not in the past or the future, but now.
"And right now in my life, I derive a lot of happiness from Donna, Jesse and Zachary."
Alex Knuuttenen (left) of Dover is hopeful about humanity. "No matter how bad the economy gets or how bad the world's problems are, I think we're smart enough to solve them.
"I myself have found that the happier I am, the happier I can help make the world. So just knowing that we're smart enough and generally good enough, as humans, to make things good again always gives me hope."
Luna Hardaker (right) of Epping says she looks to nature for hope, especially in springtime.
"Just the life, the flowers, the plants growing," she said. "There has been a lot of snow this winter, so it is refreshing to see the flowers starting to bloom."
Robin Healey of Sanbornville does not put her hope in human beings, who can fail and disappoint, or in material possessions, which can be lost. Instead, she said, "I find hope in sharing God's love with others."
"I find hope in His goodness, which is unchanging ... and His mercies, which are new every morning. I find hope in His perfect love, which casts out all fear," she said. "Last but certainly not least, I find hope in His gift of salvation ... freedom from death, freedom from my past — and even from my future."
Kristine Moulton of Auburn says her young son inspires her: "Just looking at him and seeing my husband and I both in him. Looking forward to the future and what's to come for him. That gives me hope."
New Hampshire Sunday News correspondents Gretyl Macalaster and April Guilmet contributed to this report.
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|Sean Parton
"I don't have the data handy on what our downloads are for DSiWare. It hasn't been out for very long and it's finding its audience."
PR speak for "it's crap, and not doing nearly as well as we though it would." Damn channel boots me out before I can even check on most of it, and it's as slow and laggy as hell. Not to mention that, from what I understand, the selection has stayed barren since launch, with nothing of note being released on it.
I have to admit that's my only major gripe with Nintendo at the moment, but it's a big one.
|warren blyth
For some reason I was convinced the Wii Vitality Sensor was a red herring: that what they'd really do is include a metal pulse-sensing plate/surface in an upcoming wiimote (like exercise bikes at the gym). but it appears they're serious about releasing it as it's own plug in.
I can't quite wrap my head around their endless hardware add-on strategy. I guess it keeps core costs down. but hasn't history shown that you need a guaranteed large install base or developers won't touch an innovation? i see them touting the balance board as a platform to build (games) on. I'm curious how they're overcoming the old fears (see : light gun support. or eyetoy support).
Similarly, a friend suggested they could release Zelda 4swords as a downloadable with DSi support. but this would only happen AFTER they sold a ton of DSi units right? which likely isn't happening? ... Similar problems are likely for ProjectNatal and Sony's GoofyGlowyWand (if they're still 1 or 2 years out, that's pretty far into the lifecycle to ask developers to start thinking about support).
I guess it's just weird to me that the industry is so focused on sure bets instead of allowing for people to take chances with innovative software alongside the innovative hardware. Curious if better tools/SDKs are the solution, or cheaper demo-like titles (yoshi's touch&go), or if allowing users to fool around with demo/ideas for the hardware is the solution (i don't think MS allowed consumer devs to mess with vision camera though. sigh?).
I guess it's all about a killer app that pushes the plastic (guiterHero style), right? So that would make it strange to announce hospital appliance accessory without the accompanying killer app example. I guess it was meant as "remember this. See how it surprises in the long term. Learn to trust our vision!" more than "can you imagine all the great uses this will have?".
I guess the plan is to change how consumers thing about the cheap plastic joystick (addon) market. ... I hope they succeed!
|Matt Marquez
@warren: well said! If video games need a secure future, then someone needs to jump ahead. The three major companies are doing just that, and while there are going to be a few hit and misses, at least they're seeing what works and what needs work. This generation feels like a prelude to what the next generation's standard is going to be in a big way.
|Victor Bunn
hmmm...I think the Wii changed everything. In the past it was true that most add-ons failed at retail but the Wii Balance Board with Wiifit are one of the best selling add-on/software combinations in the history of gaming. I remember when analyst were quick to point out that Nintendo's success with the DS does not translate into Wii success. But it did. I also remember analyst saying that motion was a fad that would last 6 months to a year and yet here were are, post E3 09 and Sony and MS are pushing motion alternatives, this being Sony's third if you combine the sixaxis and eyetoy.
To make an argument for a killer app for the add-on, as in the need for a killer app, is redundant. Clearly, any designer/publisher/producer knows that software sells hardware. DSi has already sold 600,000 units in how many days after launch? Even Sony/PS3, at the bottom of the food chain in terms of userbase still has over 22 million users. I think it's a safe bet with the success of the Wii and developers and gamers alike complaining about the lack of power with the Wii, a good percentage of people would welcome a chance to experience motion controlled games and make/play them for PS3 or 360 with better graphics and sound support and the extra features those consoles provide.
It's clear that some of the old trends of yesteryear don't apply like they once did, if at all.
|Mike Siciliano
Nice comment Victor. Very persuasive.
I really think that Nintendo's choice to release a Vitality Sensor so soon after only a second major Balance Board title is unnecessary, and, well, probably a marketing disaster. Yes, the Balance Board is kind of find and gets you to exercise. But that is its appeal. A vitality sensor? That reminds me of personal organizer software released on the DS and Game Boy (several iterations). Doesn't sound like it will attract anyone.
But my one question to everyone is: Why are you all surprised? Have you forgotten Nintendo's track history with addons? Setting aside the fact that Nintendo has released a revised handheld approximately every 3 years since the Game Boy Pocket, let's take a look at each console generation's major peripherals:
Power Pad
Power Glove (It's Mattel, I know)
Four Score (Or Satellite)
Super Scope
Super Game Boy
SNES Mouse
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Nintendo 64
Rumble Pack
Expansion Pack
Transfer Pack
64 Disk Drive (Japan Only)
Microphone (Hey You Pikachu!)
Game Boy Player
GBA to GCN cable (Four Swords)
So again, why is anyone surprised by another Wii accessory? If the Balance Board is selling, then of course Nintendo will try to sell you another accessory.


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'Green electricity', also known as green power or renewable energy, is electricity generated from renewable sources such as wind, sun and wave. It is an environmentally responsible alternative to conventional electricity generated from fossil fuels such as coal and oil. The burning of fossil fuels is the major cause of greenhouse gas emissions (such as carbon dioxide), and as a result, climate change.
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The City helped start the Darling Wind Farm Project in 2006 by entering into a Power Purchase Agreement with Darling Wind Power. The Darling Wind Farm is a R70 million national pilot project comprising four 1.3 megawatt wind turbines on a hill alongside the R27 West Coast Road. The turbines began generating in May 2008, and the City will purchase the entire production for 20 years.
GECs, an internationally accepted mechanism for trading green electricity, represent units of green electricity. In essence, a GEC is an auditable financial instrument that reflects the attributes of green energy independently of the actual units of energy – ie, the 'greenness' value is separated from the electrons.
A green generator, in this case, the Darling Wind Farm, produces electricity that is distributed into the national grid and becomes undifferentiated from normal coal-generated electricity. Following generation, an electronic record called a "Green Electricity Certificate", is created which represents the quantity and type of green electricity produced. This certificate can be marketed and sold separately from the associated electricity. A consumer wanting to "green" their electricity consumption would purchase a number of units of GECs equivalent to the units of electricity consumed by the facility or production process to be greened.
In addition to this National Demonstration Pilot Project, designed to explore the technical, commercial and environmental viability of converting wind energy into electricity, the City is also working on other sustainable energy projects. These include Green Buildings Guidelines; the Greening of Procurement Policy (such as fuel efficiency in fleet tenders), an Efficient Water Heating by-law; Solar Water Heating in the City's nature reserves; and Solar Water Heating in low-income housing projects, and land for methane gas capture and electricity generation.
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