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But I thought it was an "obvious hatred"? You say "obvious" only after reading a couple posts???
And again, your correction made it sound like it was Charles prose that was the problem and not your lack of due diligence which would of been the correct correction correctly correcting. But I guess I expect too much. I read peoples choice of words too closely. Especially when it comes from a Union rep...and Steve, this thread is anti AN. you know nothing about us and yet you come here with these "obvious" observations based off an admittedly VERY limited understanding of the people behind AN...you would think that a man in your position wouldn't take such absolute stance on such matters without knowing what he is talking about.
But thats me. When it comes to absolutes and "obvious" statements I say them after much due diligence and consideration on my part.
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Charles -
I am glad and encouraged by your words. I can't speak for any allegations made against you in the past. As I stated just before this, I perused the posts of the old forum and picked up on the anger and aggressive tone of the conversations. If I misconstrued your true intentions, I apologize again.
The ability for people to visit the blog and anonymously spit out meaningless comments carries its benefits as well as its detractions. One of the biggest benefits is the ability to allow people to have a voice at all. Some people still fear public ridicule by agreeing with our positions or policies. As the Guilds Organizer, and even with as little tenure as I have, I could tell stories about this. Anonymity allows everyone to have a voice. It unfortunately gives other people the opportunity to be crass, rude and make completely useless comments into a discussion. Personally, I would love the opportunity to sit with Scott Ross for no other reason than .. he's Scott Ross! I would also love to discuss with him his Society and how TAG, the IA or any organization interested in representing the artists would fit in.
I am unaware of what happened at the September meeting in 2008. I will read the link you provided. I am unaware of any past relationship between AN and TAG other than what I've read here. I am ultimately interested in the same thing you are - the artist. As a visual effects artist of little note, I worked with and around some of the finest artists in the trade here in our fine city. I watched those artists lament without benefits and decided to take a stand. I did it at the Guild, because it was the only organization that had any stake in the game that I could find. I am glad to have done it and strive to make a positive change in all respects.
I plan on continuing my visits as I enjoy discussing the Guild and making a difference within its ranks. As I've stated, I can not speak to what happened in the past, but I look forward to be a part of its future. I am always in favor of artist-centric organizations and see no reason the Guild shouldn't support AN.
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Snake -
Yes, obvious. As in your obvious frustration with us from your few posts that I am picking up on.
However, in the light of "New Beginnings" I apologize for being so blatantly wrong about AN in my few posts. I'll write off my misconception to the heated discussions that I perused and the foolish nature of assumption.
As a wise man before me said "New Forums, New Day".
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Steve, here's some background on AN's history with the Guild.
There was April 1, 1999 - The Great Alliance at Sportsmans Lodge in Studios City, which we initiated and which I paid for.
Our support of the picket of the local PBS affiliate in Hollywood in April, 2000.
The annual AN meetings on April 1 which became Animation Day and which the Guild eventually walked away from.
Did you know that Tom Sito played a significant role in the birth of the AnimationNation movement in February 1999? Of course not cuz he omitted that part from his 2006 book "Drawing the Line, The Untold Story of the Animation Unions". Now that's an appropriate title!
Did you know that Bronnie Barry was the catalyst for the emergence of AN?
Do you realize how many studios went union in the summer of 1999, the year that AN was launched?
Did Koch tell you that he was at the second AN meeting on March 31, 2000? That it inspired him to get more involved with the Guild? Probably not. At least that's what he told me, but who am I.
Did Sito ever mention that he was at AN #1 on April 1, 1999? Did Hulett mention that he was there and scolded Snakebite to his face for challenging him?
And you guys don't even have the courtesy to come here and invite the community to your Christmas party anymore.
The gratitude of the Guild is overwhelming. No wonder so many people can't stand you guys.
Well, they have to join anyway so what's the big deal. You can get away with whatever you want to get away with and it won't make a difference.
As I said, you're welcome here, glad to see you, but you're not doing us a favor. I don't say that with animosity, just being frank with you. Maybe you can help rebuild some of the bridges you guys have let crumble, although it won't make a difference. The Guild will go on cuz you're a monopoly, but you have some work ahead of you if you expect to see people's sentiments and disappointments change.
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In conclusion, welcome Steve. Glad to see you. No hard feelings.
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Thank you again Charles. For the invitation and brief synopsis. Its good to know what I'm up against.
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Even with what I know of AN's history with the Guild, Charles's point-for-point reiteration of key events was thoroughly valuable to me.
Steve, I believe a major sore point has always been the removal of AN's link from the TAG blog. An effort to restore that--not that I'm speaking for anyone here--but an effort to restore that would, I strongly believe, be greatly appreciated.
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Now its obvious confusion on my part......soooo, my obvious frustration is like Charles' obvious hatred??? now its like an Abbott and Costello gag...
Actually I'm not frustrated at all...that would suggest I want something from the Union and I'm not getting it... Aside from calling it like I see it and enjoying pointing out the flaws in the system I really want nothing from the Union except to get out of my way. Sometimes I feel like I want to work with certain people who happen to work in Union shops and I don't because I don't appreciate the gate keepers telling me I owe them for working in their town.
I'd get the job using my work, negotiate my own deal using my lawyer, who I pay and then I have to pay the Union?...and then what happens when I work non union for a year because I want to work on more diverse projects, do I come back as member? nope, I have to start all over again. Where does that money go? do I get prorated? nope.
I'm not frustrated, I'm just over it and feel moved to speak my mind so that others might be inspired to do the same...and then maybe we'll see some changes down the road...maybe you guys will have to forced to prove you're worth it.
there's no secret. its just about humans dealing with other humans humainly.
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I love Enoch. He's good people. but we don't want our link back on the Unions site. We point it out because it illustrates how much (or how little) the Union supports artists speaking their mind...It helps illustrate our point. thank you
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As always Bite, you're awesome. Buttttt . . .
Wouldn't the link restoration go a long way towards easing some tensions? Wouldn't that still be a badass goodwill gesture?
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Nope. At this point, to me, it would be patronizing.
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Actually.... I'd say putting the AN link back up would be great. It would show that AN and the Guild can still be associated outside of the disagreements and challenges that are continually faced. Taking the link down was a bad move and it showed the kind of aggression that shouldn't be associated with what the Guild is suppose to represent. Putting it back up would show that there are no ill feelings no matter what issues are unresolved. We're not here to fight. We are here to work together. Right?
We all deal with the times and changes of "reality" in our own way. Everyone's different, and what's right for some may be wrong for others and we have to each ultimately stumble across our own path that teaches us each what we are hopefully meant to learn from life....and if you're not learning something very important about who you are, I'd fear you're not truly alive yet.
One obvious thing is that living together peacefully is one of the hardest skills to learn and something this sad world needs a lot more of. What I've seen in general is that most people on opposing viewpoints do not know how to discuss issues without showing aggression or automatically reverting to immature behavior and uncivil words or deeds. Then "sides" are built up and the battles begin. This seems to be a natural human failure that continuously drives this planet's future toward the unfortunate direction it's headed. We know the truth is that there is no "side" and yet this behavior continues. We all live in the same place, are on the same side, and this has been confusing me my entire life when I see how people treat each other. Everything you see and that exists around you is all part of one substance. There is only one thing, it's unknown and happening everywhere around us and we are all part of it whether you'd like to admit it or not. As soon as we can all fully understand something similar to that, maybe the atmosphere will change. I think the fear of the unknown has led us astray when instead we should embrace it and try to understand ourselves and each other. The more of us that attempt to talk to each other as equals, the better off this place will be in the end. We should all be humbled by the fact that this world is very complicated and far beyond our present understanding...but that's just me talking.
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I gotta say, Skynet, you nail it again.
But keep in mind Skynet, sometimes it is the will of the crowd. This industry is not led by people willing to admit their shortcomings . . . only their strengths, never their weaknesses. They love to behave as if they have none, although such a facade is incredibly hard to maintain when human beings are inherently flawed.
About the link, I see where Bite is coming from. That's about as clear a stance on an issue as I'm likely ever gonna see!
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Thanks Enoch. I just say what I feel. Yeah...I guess you could say the mob rules. Individuals always have the highest potential but individuals together as a crowd can make overall rationality somewhat limited. It's a strange truth, but that is no excuse for anyone. Crowds don't speak for an individual.
What I'm waiting to see is when people can leave behind their weaknesses or whatever you want to call it. We're all guilty of being weak in one way or another. Believe it or not, there are false-cores, false-selves and false-compensators inside all of us, excluding no one. They are instilled in us starting at birth and eventually make us act out our lives as someone we are not, but it takes a lifetime dedicated to self observation to realize this and attempt to become "false" free. We are not who we are and that's a quantum psychological fact. Anyway, I don't know anyone who's very interested in that. We're all more occupied with basic survival in a goofy place where we are forced to work our whole lives day in day out as worker ants to attain this silly meaningless paper stuff called money. Go figure.
Well, one thing I try to do is think and live in the moment. Stuff that happened in the past doesn't exist or matter that much to me, within reason of course. In this world, the past and the future are scarcely shadows of what's happening now. The only thing that matters the most is what are you doing in the present moment.
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That's the key, Skynet. Resisting the urge to give into what the crowd expects.
Ironically, for some the lure, the temptation is too great, and again we're not talking about "strong" individuals to begin with!
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If they put it up because thats what they think we need then it doesn't succeed in seeing beyond on differences and it would have no value what so ever...if they put it up because they truly see supporting us is better then scolding us then sure, kumbaya.


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In this video, five notable scientists (John Polkinghorne, David Wilkinson, Rodney Holder, Peter Williams and Graham Swinerd) offer their perspective on the strengths and limitations of the fine-tuning argument as a pointer to God.
In this short video, physicist Ard Louis expresses some doubts about Intelligent Design, noting that his primary resistance to the movement is based on theological grounds rather than science.
In this series, Darrel Falk and Ard Louis carefully examine the idea that certain biological structures are irreducibly complex—an idea put forth by scientists such as Michael Behe and Michael Denton. After providing a brief background on Behe and the beginnings of the Intelligent Design movement, Falk dives into Behe's mouse trap model. He then reveals the scientific and theological problems associated with design inference. The series finishes with a discourse about the bacterial flagellum (another classic example of an irreducible structure). There is, Falk and Louis confirm, no sound reason on the basis of Christianity or science to assert that divine intervention was necessary at specific points in the unfolding creation process.
In this video clip, Oxford University biophysicist, Ard Louis posits that one of the reasons Christians are hostile to evolution is that they latch onto a particular definition, which puts it in conflict with their theological convictions.


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Quality is a great business plan. -John Lasseter
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When critics sit in judgment it is hard to tell where justice leaves off and vengeance begins. -Chuck Jones
And what do you benefit if you gain the whole world but lose your own soul? -Jesus
A man should never neglect his family for business. -Walt Disney
What's most important in animation is the emotions and the ideas being portrayed. -Ralph Bakshi
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The Art of Izzy Izzguard!
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The Art of Izzy Izzguard!
Hi, I'm relatively new around here c: I was IzzyGuard on the old boards, replying to topics every once in a while.
I'm a little shy.
I have been a student at the Animation Academy for about a year now and I've known Charles a bit longer.
Charles has asked me a few times if I could show some stuff here. I've been kinda holding back for really stupid reasons(I'm sorry C) but now I finally have the got myself to share a few drawings with you all.
I draw lots of anthro art and various monsters.
My main influence is Don Bluth's work. In fact at AN night back in May, I gave him 'All Dogs Go To Heaven' fanart
I've also been very much inspired by the art of Charles Zembillas.
By any means I am no professional, the only work experience I've had was a few art commissions here and there for a dog food business and some people in the furry fandom.
I am not gonna tell you my age just yet. I want you to throw away age for a second. I can tell you though, I am young.
This is my main character Izzy the panda. I kinda use her as my identity online. I have an entire back story and plot for her I want to adapt into a comic book series. This was done in photoshop cs3.
This next one is Izzy's alter ego. She also has a story. I did this one traditionally.
This is a friend of Izzy's in the series. He's a western/european dragon with these big, sharp, snaggle teeth.
I'd post more but the maximum uploading per post says 3. I'll upload more if you guys would like to see more.
I hope you like my drawings!
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Nice work! I especially like the way you laid out the colors you're using for the characters. Show your thought process and how your approach the appeal of your character. Good job!
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I know how good you are and I've seen artwork from you that's even better than this. I have complete faith in you and believe in your future. I know you're going to make a big statement someday with your art. Thanks for posting here Izzyguard. I want the AN world to see what you can do. Looking forward to more.
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Coral rely on algae for food and their survival.So when the stress of warmer-than-average ocean temperatures prompted many of Hawaii's corals to expel algae last year — a phenomenon called bleaching because coral lose their color when they do this — many were worried they might die.
An online video released Saturday night purported to show an Islamic State group militant behead Japanese journalist Kenji Goto, ending days of negotiations by diplomats to save the man.
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Comic 27
Link: Comic 27
Title: going to the zoo zoo zoo - part 5
Date: November 29, 2004
Summary: Beaver and Steve find the victim of a (non-poisonous) bear.
Cast: Beaver, Steve, Bear Victim Guy
Onomatopoeias used: "BOK!", "POKE"
Number of panels: 5
Panel 1
Beaver and Steve notice an injured person nearby.
Bear Victim Guy: "HELP!"
Panel 2
Steve: (holding the guy's head) "What happened?"
Bear Victim Guy: "I was *kaff* given a mauling by an escaped bear..."
Steve: "Oh my god! ... A poisonous mauling?"
Bear Victim Guy: "N.. no..."
Panel 3
Steve lets the guy's head drop and hit the ground with a BOK!
Steve: "Sissy!"
Bear Victim Guy: "NNK!"
Panel 4
Steve stares angrily at the guy, who seems to have lost consciousness.
Panel 5
Steve POKE's the guy.
Bear Victim Guy: "I am bleeding internally"
[To be contd.]
Fun Facts
- Steve's question, "A poisonous mauling?" is a reference to Comic 25, where Beaver pointed out that poisonous bears are the most dangerous animals.
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African American Women Should Become 'Ayurveda' Goddesses for the Health of Our Community
*The 5000 year old, ancient art of Ayurveda in India is the natural science of balance. Indian medicine's long history makes it one of the oldest catalogued systems of medicine in the world. In fact, Greek and Chinese medicine are both based upon ancient Ayurvedic arts. The earliest concepts of Ayurveda are documented in the […]


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My name is Robert.
I like disc golf.
It is fun.
I'm fairly new but I like to get out as often as possible.
My buddy Kevin introduced me to the sport.
I currently attend GPC Clarkston and my major is psychology.
I go out by myself a good bit of the time so if you want to group up or would like an extra let me know.


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Maximum control, maximum performance - the no.1 Mountain Buggy all terrain jogger. Challenge the unknown.
"Love this buggy! As an avid runner prior to having my first baby, I was anxious to get back out on the road. The Terrain was the perfect solution for me and my baby. I have friends with Bob's but after testing both I felt like the Terrain was the superior product! I am beyond happy with my choice - highly recommended!" - Christine, terrain owner
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stand out features:
- hand operated active buggy brake - complete control
- 3 mode front wheel and tracking device - lock back/forward and full swivel control
- slim frame at just 63cm / 25" wide
- lightweight - 13.5kg / 29lbs
- automatic frame lock - an instant click when folding
- tailfree harness - clever and tidy with no excess tail straps
- 'gate opening' bumper bar for easier access in & out of the main seat
- zip seat fabric, on and off the buggy frame
- 16" wheels - all purpose tread for absolute traction
- 12" wheel pack available for travel and the city adventure
- 6060 T52 - aircraft grade lightweight aluminium
- shock absorbing suspension
- 600 denier polyester with PU coating. H20 and fade resistant, wipe clean and breathable
- follow-the-sun adjustable sunhood with flick out sun visor
- complete with 2 bottle holders
- adjustable buggy seat position from upright to full recline for newborn
- compact fold with quick release wheels
- compatible with Mountain Buggy terrain carrycot
- compatible with car seats using terrain car seat adaptors
- suitable for newborn to 5 years, or maximum seat load of 25kg / 55lbs
- globally safety certified
We love our mountain buggy.
Written by: Nathan
We did have some trouble when we first got it. The front wheel was leaning to one side and the customer service people were excellent. eventually, they replaced our buggy and now it works perfect. Regarding the function of the stroller, we are very happy. both my wife and i use the park for a total of 5-6 runs per week and we use it every day as a standard stroller. we have easily put a few hundred miles on it. The buggy has been comfortable for our child since she was three months old. the pockets and storage that come come standard are perfect to have you well prepared for a run. the visor adjusts easily midrun and can shield the baby from all directions. We live in riverdale new york and do most of our runs at van cortland park. it is ideal because it is a 1.4mile track with long stretches of dirt/gravel. the buggy does very well on the track as well as off the track and in the grass. We have a steep hill to get to the track and the brakes work great. we are able to stand and use a normal stride despite holding the buggy as we go down the hill. We often compare our stroller to others at the park. There are only two comparable strollers - the BOB and the baby jogger summit. We stand by our decision to get the mountain buggy. that being said there are some notable differences. the pivoting wheel in the front of teh mountain buggy makes for a much easier ride and better control on turns. you can easily push it with one hand, with complete control. we tend to use the wheel locked in the rear position rather than forward because steering is easier. The bob does not seem as easy to steer and comes with less standard features (drink holder etc) but does have a strap attached to the lower wheel so that if you fall, the stroller wont fall back. this has never happenned to us, but it is a nice feature. the baby jogger also does not have as many standard features and does not have the pivoting front wheel, but it does have the best folding mechanism. we tend to leave ou stroller at home and when we take it any where it fits easily into our car, but if you needed to keep it collapsed alot, the baby jogger may be worth considering. one last feature that is great in the mountain buggy is the ability to lay the baby back. the reclining mechanism is simple and if you notice the baby is falling asleep, you can recline her easily without waking her. again, we love our stroller and use it alot. we would recommend it to anyone.
Mountain Buggy is all around AWESOME!
Written by: Ronald
I bought this stroller after reading a ton of reviews online and in running magazines. And after multiple discussions with my wife since this stroller is a bit on the pricey side. If you're a runner and you are looking for an excellent stroller this is the one. I usually run with this 3 times a week and love how easy it is to use. It was easy to assemble and is very sturdy. The adjustments are easy to make this a very comfortable stroller for you and you baby. I have ran for 2 hours at a time with my daughter and she has never been uncomfortable or even thrown a fit about being in this stroller for that long. One of the major selling points for me was that newborns can ride in this stroller since it can recline totally flat. Most jogging strollers say a child should be 6 months old. The stroller is very light and rolls easily. We also purchased a fleece pad that goes in the stroller to make it softer and a sun shade to keep the rays off the baby in the morning. All in all this stroller is the peak of the mountain as far as I am concerned. Now on to what has really impressed me about this company. My stroller arrived in sealed packaging and appeared to be in perfect condition. After I assembled the stroller and took it out for a test run I noticed some paint chipping around the front fork. After closer inspection it appeared that my stroller was starting to rust. I contacted New Egg (this is who I bought the stroller through) and they had me contact Mountain Buggy since this was a warranty issue. You do your initial claim online. I had two emails from Mountain Buggy, one a personal email from my claim representative, in about 30 minutes. In about an hour I was contacted by phone to discuss my issue, pictures were sent via email and my claim was finalized. By that evening Mountain Buggy called again to say that I would be receiving a new frame and wheel in the mail within the week. I tried telling the representative that I felt I could just replace the part that was rusted and felt a whole new frame was not necessary. He informed me that they will not replace a part if they feel that average housewife could not replace it with very basic tools. I received my new frame in less than a week. I have been contacted multiple times to make sure all is well with my purchase since and would without a doubt purchase Mountain Buggy items in the future.
THIS is the best jogging stroller! Can use with newborn :)
Written by: Alison
I did a lot of research before purchasing this stroller (my job is to sift through medical research, and I took this just as seriously). I wanted a stroller with the following: * Hand brake * Shock absorbers * Height-adjustable handles * Large. pneumatic tires * Use for a newborn with out an adapter/other devices * Quality I first heard about Mountain Buggy strollers when I saw someone using one while I was jogging (pregnant) through the Hollywood Hills. They raved about it and I found that it did have everything that I needed. I started using it when my baby was about 1 month old with a pillowy infant insert (head support) that I had for her car seat, but you wouldn't need to use that since it goes completely flat and does hold an infant in securely. Get the Valco Baby stroller lights to put on the sides--they are awesome with this stroller.
Everything I wanted!
Written by: Natalie
The Mountain Buggy Terrain has been everything and more I have wanted and needed it to be. It's so easy to push and maneuver on any surface. It is so slick to run with and my baby falls asleep every time he rides in it. What could be better?
Wonderful Customer Service
Written by: Thao
Not only was the stroller awesome but so was the customer service. I had an issue with the my stroller and the company immediately made it right to fix it with now hassle. Awesome service and product!
Terrain for serious runners
Written by: Kate
Before my daughter was born, I spent many hours researching jogging strollers. She is my fourth child, and I've been through several joggers as they have evolved over the last decade. I am a serious runner, who competes regularly in long distance races. So I needed something to keep up with my training program. The Terrain has not disappointed. I have used it regularly with my daughter since she was able to come along for the ride. The front wheel locks in place, but has a small amount of wiggle room for uneven pavement or grass. Other than occasional shaking, when the front wheel needs a moment to restabilize after a bump, the ride is extremely smooth. There are 2 pockets for my water bottles, and plenty of storage underneath for blankets and toys--even the occasional quick trip to the grocery store. You can easily stash a small bag of groceries underneath, or cover up your goods from a splash of rain with the zippered pockets. The handle bar adjusts, so that different drivers can all push comfortably. And for storage, the back wheels pop off with an easy 1-2-3. What's best, and what you won't find in competitors like the Bob, is that the seat reclines fully, so that you can take your little one out before she can sit up (check with your pediatrician of course!). Using the fully flat seat also means that your babe can sleep soundly from a very young age in the comfort of the 5-point harness, and you don't have to worry about the dreaded head droop that can happen when they snooze. Note: I also purchased the carrycot, or bassinet, which attaches quite nicely to the frame, so that I was using the Terrain as soon as baby was born. This was a tremendous addition, as it made walks through the neighborhood a dream. And when baby slept she could do so undisturbed in the very portable and very cozy carry cot. The customer service is also excellent. When I had issues with the front wheel, I contacted MB online, and they wrote back with detailed instructions about how to adjust the tension in the "bush nut cap," so that the ride would be continuously smooth. This is what I learned: The terrain is outfitted with about 5 degrees of play in the front wheel in the locked mode. This intended "play" is designed into the front wheel for a couple of reasons: 1. This allows the pusher to manipulate the stroller's direction slightly to keep a straight track on uneven terrain by applying side-pressure to the handlebar. This is also good for making slight arcs in travel to pass slower walkers on a paved path without lifting the front. 2. On uneven terrain (all-terrain), a degree of play is needed to keep the stroller tracking straight. Like in all gravity sports (skiing, mountain biking, kayaking, etc.) a fluid and relaxed steering mechanism allows the body-in-motion to better follow the intended vector. Other jogging strollers out there, like the Baby Jogger, use a totally fixed front wheel. This is intended for running on smooth terrain, in a straight line. Whenever ANY manipulation in direction needs to be made, the front wheel will have to be lifted off the ground, an experience that I had with my two previous joggers, which were all made by Baby Jogger. We also tested the Terrain this summer on our cross country driving trip. Not only did it fold up compactly enough so that we could fit it and our four children in our mid-size SUV, it handled the trails in various National Parks like a dream. We took it up and down mountainsides in the Tetons, narrow switch backs in Bryce, and uneven terrain in Zion. If you want a stroller that can tackle any terrain and fold up when you're on the road, the Mountain Buggy Terrain is your best ride. ****The only reason that I didn't give the stroller 5 stars, is that they refuse to include the pump with the stroller. It may seem like a small issue, but as you do need to keep the tires fully pumped for a smooth ride, it would make sense for the manufacturer to include the small and relatively inexpensive hand pump in the cost of this pricey stroller.
Awesome multi-use stroller!
Written by: Alyssa
I LOVE this stroller. Initially, I bought it to get back in shape which it's obviously very helpful for. However, this has quickly taken over our other strollers and the primary one. It is so easy to steer, rolls over all kinds of terrain (muddy fairgrounds, beach, boardwalk, etc. etc.) and we usually take only this stroller with us when going anywhere. At first I was a little nervous about the lack of storage, but it is actually much bigger than it seems. Additionally, you can hang your bag over the handle as it's so sturdy, it won't tip over (within reason). My son loves to sit in the stroller and watch everything go by and I can tell this will be used for a very long time in our family. The price is worth it on this one- it lasts, it's well made and you won't regret buying it!
What a great stroller!
Written by: Courtney
We spent a lot of time researching strollers before our son was born. We knew that we wanted a jogging stroller that would stand the test of time and fit easily in our Outback. After much deliberation, we decided on the Mountain Buggy Terrain, and what a great decision it was! The Terrain is a VERY sturdy stroller, and our son seems so comfortable and secure in it. It folds up nicely and fits easily in the back of our car. If we take the back wheels off, we can also fit it in our car top carrier. The Terrain glides so smoothly on any surface and turns on a dime. We like that the front wheel has the ability to lock or swivel, and the hand brake is a MUST for us since we live in the mountains. The storage is plentiful, and I like that the bottom cargo area has a zippered mesh cover to prevent items from spilling out during high-speed and/or bumpy trips. When we first started using our stroller, we had the car seat adapter attached, which allowed us to stroll with our son when he was too small to sit in the main stroller seat. The car seat adapter is a bit tricky to get on and off, but it's nice that we had the ability to go on small adventures early on. Although we were a bit uncertain about spending so much on a stroller at first, we are now very glad we invested the extra money to get such an outstanding ride. Also, with the versatility of the Terrain, we didn't need to buy another stroller for non-exercise purposes - it is just as good in the store as it is on the trail! The Terrain was definitely worth the money and will last for years to come.
Horsing around
Written by: Desiree Bond
Owning horses and going to competitions, we needed a buggy that could cope with sand arenas to mud to horse poo, while not slacking on any of the comforts for our bubba. The big wheels kept themselves clean by not trapping all the goop. Also around town its easy to monuvere and is an extension of my hand bag... so many places to keep things :)
Great Buggy
Written by: Christine
Love this buggy! As an avid runner prior to having my first baby, I was anxious to get back out on the road. The Terrain was the perfect solution for me and my baby. I have friends with Bob's but after testing both I felt like the Terrain was the superior product! I am beyond happy with my choice - highly recommended!
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(the pictures are from different doors because my camera is acting wack, but you should get the idea)
hahahahah this wont work on most door, but it's hilarious you actually made it work on a single one. Great stuff ! Make me laugh honestly.
I stumbled on this method and IT WORKED! I got locked out of my closet and my brother got me in!! Ingenious!! The only thing he changed was he wound duct tape around part of the chord where he thought it would land in the knob.(so it would attach easier)..it took a while and then it popped open! Come to find out that I had 2 purses hanging on the knob which made it even more difficult, but he did it!!
agreed, we have a twist button lock where the knob locks up, so the rubber cord is not able to turn the knob at all
Took 3 minutes...
used a regular electric cable and fisherman's string...
look at a clear household light bulb, and you'll see a few heavy wires, and if you look very closely you'll see the filament is actually a twisted coil of very thin wire. halogens are functionally the same.
as a locksport enthusiast, and lighting designer, and having dealt with more than my share of broken lamps (bulbs) in that line of work, i can't imagine what you could use the filament for as it's not rigid or strong enough to do anything constructive in a pin tumbler lock. the supports however could be excellent.
Plus, you have your choice of pals from which to borrow the vacuum, floss and paper.
I suspect your door handle plate has been taken off at sometime (maybe just to confuse any house-breakers). When you unscrew the door plate you will probably be able to withdraw the square (usually) shaft that goes thru' the door and goes into the other handle socket. Simply withdraw the shaft, turn it round to the desired position and screw everything back as it was! Job done! (You may find the shaft is 'captive' on one side or the other of the door. It will only be held by a little screw. Undo it. Turn the shaft to desired position. Put back together again. Don't forget to put the little locking screw back!) Hope that solves your problem.
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Other ways;
- Find the area with the bolt/catch on the door
- Make mental note of this
- Stand back
- Kick area hard with heel of foot
- Make sure you are close enough to follow through the kick when the door breaks.
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A proctored clinical experience-focused training on preparing sexual assault nurse examiners for clinical work. This offering will prepare the forensic nurse examiner to complete a sexual assault medical forensic exam. The attendee will be completing hands-on, proctored examinations with multiple diverse standardized patients in a clinical exam setting. This learning activity is designed to assist participants with demonstrating confidence, comfort and competence in performance of a comprehensive evaluation of a client (including timely and accurate evidence collection and documentation) who has experienced sexual assault. Pre-requisite(s): Learners attending SANE-A-PALOOZA must have previously attended a 40-hour Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner course. SANE-A-PALOOZA is not a comprehensive didactic course for learners with no knowledge/experience in forensic care. It is a course designed to enhance comfort, competence and confidence of the learner in providing high quality, hands-on care to victims of sexual and physical violence.
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Dear meds,
I don't want to take too much of you, but you're the only way i can get through life without a major headache >.<
Dear meds,
I don't want to take too much of you, but you're the only way i can get through life without a major headache >.<
Dear annoying sister standing behind me,
Just because we share a computer doesnt mean you can STAND THERE WATCHING ME until its your time for the computer
-_-, your older pissed off sister
Dear Miss-Joseph's younger sister,
Why are you doing that?
Cosplays in the works:
That one guy from that show and the character from that movie that came out a few years ago.
Dear miss-joseph,
i remember when we shared a desktop comp in our room, my bro was always like that >.> now im glad i have a laptop ^^ but he still uses it since that old comp broke - _ -
dear eraz
how is Miles doing? i forgot all about him XD
PyramidHeadGirl+Illusion007=PH7 (Haters Gonna Hate)
Dear PHGirl
If you're reading this,i'm already in bed,so good night dude
Dear Lil Bro
ok man good night *huggles* XD bye joshy
PyramidHeadGirl+Illusion007=PH7 (Haters Gonna Hate)
dear michaels store
please hire me T^T i would love to work in ur store. if not then plz let me work in a library or music store! or something awesome plzzzzzzzzzzzzz
Dear headache
piss off,you're not making my day any better
Dear sister who is no longer behind me...unless she decided to stalk me to seventh period....,
mwahaha I've out smarted jou I get to use my computer in class XD and I'll never let you get the one at home AGAIN!!!
your loving older sister,
Dear Kitty
I think they need the Gibb's head slap
Dear Tampopo
Would i watch? Does a polar bear poop in the woods? hell yeah i would! XD
dear self
GET YO SKANKY ASS TO BED. YOUVE GOT AN APPOINTMENT TOMORROW AND THEN YOU HAVE TO FIND A WAY TO MAKE YOUR NEW COSPLAY! its already bad enough that you need to get at least started on your rumble fighter cosplay. G*D DAMN! AND DONT FORGET THAT YOU HAVE TO BUY FACE PAINT!
Dear Necessary Block
It's good to see you again
dear face,
stop getting oily, youve been washed already
-your'e wearer
Arriety - 100% done
Parasoul from Skullgirls- 100% done
Usagi Tsukino- 100% done
Princess Peach Masquerade 90% done
dear kitty
yes i used to watch NCIS but not anymore in like years D:
Dear Tampopo
lol i can see 007 squeeling like a fangirl watching us fight XD
dear 007
No dude!
PyramidHeadGirl+Illusion007=PH7 (Haters Gonna Hate)
Dear life,
please make today go good, I really want things to get better
Dear phg,
he's doing alright, same old same old =P


text: The 2.5-meter long reconstruction of the saurian Ticinosuchus welcomes visitors to the fossil museum in the center of the village of Meride. Spread over four floors, the large variety of animals that lived 245 to 180 million years ago in the erstwhile sea and on the coast of southern Ticino are exhibited. Illustrations and models explain to the public the long extinct world whose fossils have been excavated, prepared and scientifically described by Swiss and Italian experts since 1850.


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Cavernous Malformations
Cavernous malformations, also called cavernous venous malformations or, when in the brain, cerebral cavernous malformations, occur when blood vessels don't form correctly.
In this condition, tiny blood vessels called capillaries group together. They grow with extremely thin walls that can leak easily. These are called lesions. These clusters of blood vessels can be less than 1/4 inch to 3 to 4 inches in size.
Cavernous malformations can form anywhere in the body, but are most likely to cause symptoms when they grow in the brain or spinal cord. Common symptoms include headaches or seizures. Experiencing symptoms depends on where the lesions grow and how many of the lesions are present.
Most of the time, these formations cause no problems. Many people never know that they have one. In some people, however, the lesions can burst and bleed into the brain, causing stroke and death.
Facts about cavernous malformations
About one in 100 to 200 people have cavernous malformations. The malformations probably form before or shortly after birth. Some may come and go.
About five-tenths of a percent of the world population is affected by cerebral cavernous malformations.
About 25 percent of people with cavernous malformations in the brain never have symptoms.
Some experts believe that cavernous malformations run in families. Researchers have found genes that seem to be linked to a risk of these unusual formations. Some cases of cavernous malformations may be genetic, but others appear without a family history.
Symptoms of cavernous malformations depend on the location and size of the malformation. Although children sometimes have symptoms, most people who have symptoms are between 20 and 50 years old.
These are physical symptoms:
Changes in hearing or vision
Difficulty thinking clearly or with remembering things
Complications of cavernous malformations include:
Hemorrhage (stroke)
When to call the doctor
Most people only find out about a cavernous malformation when it bleeds. This causes stroke in some people. If you notice symptoms, such as seizure, numbness, vomiting, or physical weakness, go immediately to the emergency room or call 911 to get help.
Doctors typically take a medical history and do a physical exam. The final diagnosis is usually made based on imaging tests that show areas of blood flow. These tests could include:
MRI scan
CT scan
Blood tests
Gene testing is available in some clinics
A treatment plan could include:
Medication for symptoms, such as antiepileptic drugs for seizures
Surgery to remove the blood vessels
Performing an MRI at regular intervals to keep an eye on a lesion
Currently, cavernous malformations can't be prevented. Researchers hope that by learning more about the genes linked to these growths, prevention could become possible. Prenatal genetic testing and counseling are options in some clinics.


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cyberweld will also take pay-pall if you have it or want to use it. i think the free shipping is only on over $25 or some thing like that, i just got some stick electrodes and a few pairs of blue safty glasses there. had it in 2 days.
ok back to the gloves.
been using the TIG gloves quite a bit lately and i gotta say i'm still verry happy with them. they are holding up great and provide more heat protection than the tillmans but with as good or better feel sensitivity. so for us TIGer's without water cooled torches its a big +. they are firmly on my must have list for my TIG goodies box.
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Thread: Miller Welding Glove Feedback
03-21-2007, 04:42 PM #41thanks for the help
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Ok, now I'm gonna have to have a pair!!!Scott
HMW [Heavy Metal welding]
Ok, I've finally put some time in behind an arc instead of the table saw! I'm a long way from wearing any of them out, but I did some tig and mig work a couple days ago and compared them to my old set. One of the first things I noticed was the extra material in the wear areas of the palm. Not only will it provide wear resistance, but I like that fact that you have a little more padding in the areas that you typically rest you hand without making the entire glove overly cumbersome. I should have some other projects coming up soon to test them on, such as a weld-up shop building here in a few weeks.
I must report that I have been wearing the living daylights out of the material handling gloves. they've hauled plywood, sheetrock, boomed down numerous flatbeds, spent several hours at the controls of heavy equipment, cleaned up brick trash, gotten greasy while doing spring PMs on all the equipment. Absolutely love them! (but again, wish I could get just one size bigger...XXL)
Here goes.
I received my gloves about a month ago and have waited to post until I could give my feedback on all the gloves. Here 'tis:
Sheetmetal: I couldn't wear them. They are too small. Finding gloves that fit me is a regular problem. So, no surprise there. I gave them to a co-worker who reports: Well made and comfortable. Have used them for everything from the fine work of dialing in shaft couplers to pitching trash off the trailer and they have to be the best and toughest gloves I have ever had.
HD Mig/Stick: I love these gloves. 99% of my stick work is below 150A and these seem to be the perfect gloves for my application. The extra padding in wear areas addresses the wear and heat issues nicely without the extra weight and, more importantly, the stiffness of lesser gloves. I go through a regular break-in ritual with all my leather gloves I intend to have more than a week (most work gloves don't last that long). Afterwards, the HD Mig/Stick gloves were as comfortable and flexible as regular leather work gloves. It was like welding on a whole other plane. The first rule of welding I was taught is "Get comfortable". Maybe I never had a really good pair of gloves before, just expensive ones. But, these Miller gloves give me a new starting place to "get comfortable", my hands. Thank you, Miller.
MIG: I don't mig. Having said that, I love these gloves, too. I am using them as kind of HD Tig gloves. I am having to add lots of mink oil to the outside of the right glove to keep them soft, but mink oil is cheap. I also like these gloves better than the Tig version when I'm welding in freezers below zero. About half my customers freezers are -10°, -20° or -40°, but seem to account for 85% of the welding. The extra insulation works to keep hands warm, too. After breaking them in, they fit well enough to keep blood flowing to my fingers better than my old ones and I don't have to stop as often and thrust my right hand into the mouth of the 40,000 btu propane heater that accompanies me on extended jobs in the cold. This translates to more productivity making my company, my customer and me happier people. Thanks, Miller.
And finally, my fav, TIG: These were the first pair out of the box to really catch my eye. The lighter color and softer feel drew me in like a horsefly to a bug zapper. I really took my time breaking them in and had worn them probably ten times before striking the first arc with them on. Over the past month, my tig work has been all over the amperage dial. From 5A to 150A and everything in between. I've repaired cast iron art, pipe, plate, channel, etc. Other than those applications mentioned above, these gloves have impressed me with their balance of heat/radiation tolerance and comfort/dexterity. Plenty of protection when repairing racks and supple enough to hold coins while tacking the edges. Muchos gracias, Miller.
Bigger sizes. All my gloves were XL. All were stretched to fit me except the sheetmetal gloves which I had to give up to a compatriot with smaller meathooks. Maybe offer XXL.
Excellent design on the forefinger seam of the tig gloves. The only improvement would be a seamless finger. Is this possible? I would pay extra for that.
HD Mig/Stick and Mig gloves could be improved by an extra strip along the outside of the little finger down to the base of the palm for extra heat and wear protection during fit-up and holding pieces to tack.
Pre-punch a hole (and maybe a brass grommet) in the cuffs for glove keeper clips.
Final suggestion: Get my LWS to stock them. Buying off the internet is great and I love the suppliers I deal with for my personal stuff. Having said that, reimbursement for them is cumbersome at best. My LWS takes my company purchase orders and the only thing better than Miller gloves is Miller gloves my company pays for directly.Triggerman
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They finally died
After about six weeks of almost daily use, the material handling gloves are about ready to be retired. Not bad, I think. I am horrible on gloves. Mainly because I wear them almost all the time that I'm not in the office (haven't tried typing with them, although I can use the buttons on my cell phone pretty good, so that's saying something). The pics tell most of the wear story. Most of the wear is on the right glove, which is fitting because I'm right handed. One small tear is starting to develop on the left middle finger, though. This weekend did them in. I was jack hammering out a lot of the side walks around my house in preparation for a remodeling project. Guess the rough edges of concrete was a little too much on the already tired gloves. Also, I did run them through the washer once after I worked outside in the rain and mud. Figured they were already water logged, so it couldn't hurt them to try. They made it through just fine. I did let them air dry. Didn't want to risk shrinking them in the dryer. SSS
I finally got to use my MIG gloves today. After several hours of aluminum, mostly around 200 amps+, I can say they were very nice. They did get warm on several occasions, but not overly. The best part is the leather did not shrink up or get hard. That has to be a first for me. The Tillmans I have always used get hardened on the first day and I just have to live with it. The MIller MIG's are the same now as when they were new. The cuff was a little snug, but not too bad. Overall, I say these are a winner as well.
The TIG gloves are still holding up very well. My Tillman TIG gloves are in better shape, though.......mainly because I quit using them completely. I haven't noticed any shrinkage or hardening, and I can still pick up the filler rod off the table.
Stick gloves are hanging tough still. Got to be my hands down favorites now.
The Metalworker gloves are starting to show some wear now. Two small holes are starting, but when you consider that I wear them for absolutely everything, it is a wonder they have lasted this long. They will definitley be replaced with the same ones.
FWIW, I noticed brwelder.com has the gloves for sale now.Don
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Thanks for the feedback!
Thank you to everyone who has commented on this thread. We consider this "experiment" to be a great success. Our members really gave our new gloves a workout and it's been great to gather all of the comments first hand from the users.
We had lots of nice, positive feedback on the gloves, overall it seems that they were considered a useful, good-quality glove and some even said they were thinking of making a switch from their previous favorites to the new Miller gloves! (how much better does it get than that!?)
In looking at the suggestions in the threads, it seemed like we had a few comments come up repeatedly. Here's what the Arc Armor group said regarding each one:
1) Availability at the Local Welding Distributor
Unfortunately Miller doesn't have control over what your local distributor carries. However, we have already had several distributors start carrying the Miller Arc Armor product line entirely due to their customer's requests. We are progressively introducing a Miller glove display at distributor locations across the U.S. Our advice is to keep requesting them from your local distributor and if they refuse to bring them in for you, there are several online suppliers that will gladly fill your order.
2) Size seems to run a bit small
Although the gloves seem to run small, part of this perception is due to the loose fit most are used to with other welding gloves on the market. Miller has put a great deal of effort to create gloves that promote optimum dexterity and touch. It's difficult to do this with a loose fitting glove. However, we also understand that because the general public are used to the loose fit, we have decided to increase the size of the XL one full hand size and the Large half a hand size. This allows those who would like a looser fit to use a larger glove, yet still allows those who like that form fit to find a glove for them. If this still doesn't alleviate the problem, we already have plans of creating a XXL size if needed.
3) Seams in the finger tips
This is a good observation and one we are looking at addressing with the evolution of our glove designs. Unfortunately, most all gloves on the market today have a similar problem. However, we feel that adding to the tactility and increasing the end user's dexterity while wearing the gloves is a priority.
4) Glove durability
A few of you have shown concerns about how durable the gloves are. We've grown so accustom to "durable" welding gloves looking a certain way, that when we see a pair that looks good, we naturally get the impression that they couldn't hold up. However, we use premium materials: cow, pig and goat skin. On top of that, our welding gloves are sewn together with Kevlar thread. As with any tool, each has its purpose. The MIG glove is designed for light duty MIG and metal handling applications, where the Heavy Duty MIG/Stick glove is meant for higher amperage (heat) applications. Even still, we are looking at improving the heat resistance in the Heavy Duty gloves to increase the protection in high amperage applications.
5) Gloves with long cuffs
We started off with a relatively small and focused product line. However, we are planning on adding to this line and we certainly will look at a design with longer gauntlets. On the other side, we've found that several end users would prefer gloves (especially TIG gloves) to have shorter cuffs. We are looking at this option as well.
6) MIG are lacking heat protection
As stated earlier, the MIG glove was designed with a specific purpose in mind. We do offer a glove with more protection in the Heavy Duty MIG/Stick glove design.
If any of you would like to continue or add feedback, that would be greatly appreciated. Again, thank you to all of the members who participated in this thread. The feedback has been great to receive.
Follow up on sizing
As far as my observations on glove size go, I'll add one last comment. For me, the overall size and fit of the XL is good. The area that lacks for my hands are the finger length. My fingers bottom out in the glove tip a half inch from the point that the the palm area would contact. This does limit some degree of mobility at the third knuckle. That point is articulating inside the body of the glove and not at the base of the finger sleeve. SSS
Big thanks to Miller for giveing me the chance to try out your new line of gloves.
odds are good it would have been a long time befor i would have even gotten a chance to see them much less buy a pair had you not made me a test subject for the new line.
just as i would expect the gloves have been a great as my Miller welding power scorces. although i dont expect the gloves to last as long as the machines, i am still abusing my set of gloves at every opertunity. be it yard work or welding they are my go too gloves. not only will i be buying more when these finaly get worn out ( looks like its going to be a wile still ) but i will recomend them to any one that i get the chance to.
great gloves and a great big thanks for letting me try them out.thanks for the help
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04-14-2007, 11:49 PM #50Senior Member
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The stick/ mig gloves are super nice and are my very favorite ones. I will be buying those ones from now on. What more can I say about them???