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Welcome to the reviews and previews section on International Hero. I've been asked several times by people writing in to me about what books, comics and DVDs I'd recommend checking out. I'm not sure why anyone thinks my opinion is more valid or interesting than anyone else's, but since people have persisted in asking, I'm going to start a semi-regular reviews section where I cover the odd new release, as well as the odd older gem that takes my fancy. I'll warn readers now that anything I review here is probably going to get a positive review, simply because if I don't like something, I'm unlikely to buy it or waste my time writing about it. As ever, comments below are my opinion only, and your feelings may differ stuff about the stuff I like or dislike.
The Dark Knight Trilogy - Ultimate Collector's Edition includes six discs featuring all three films in director Christopher Nolan's epic superhero trilogy, starring Christian Bale in his dual role as Bruce Wayne/Batman and a wealth of extra content.
Batman Begins: Batman Begins explores the origins of the Batman legend and the Dark Knight's emergence as a force for good in Gotham. In the wake of his parents' murder, disillusioned industrial heir Bruce Wayne (Christian Bale) travels the world seeking the means to fight injustice and turn fear against those who prey on the fearful. He returns to Gotham and unveils his alter-ego: Batman, a masked crusader who uses his strength, intellect and an array of high tech deceptions to fight the sinister forces that threaten the city.
The Dark Knight: The follow-up to Batman Begins, The Dark Knight reunites director Christopher Nolan and star Christian Bale, who reprises the role of Batman/Bruce Wayne in his continuing war on crime. With the help of Lt. Jim Gordon and District Attorney Harvey Dent, Batman sets out to destroy organized crime in Gotham for good. The triumvirate proves effective, but soon find themselves prey to a rising criminal mastermind known as The Joker, who thrusts Gotham into anarchy and forces Batman closer to crossing the fine line between hero and vigilante. Heath Ledger stars as archvillain The Joker, and Aaron Eckhart plays Dent. Maggie Gyllenhaal joins the cast as Rachel Dawes. Returning from Batman Begins are Gary Oldman as Gordon, Michael Caine as Alfred and Morgan Freeman as Lucius Fox.
The Dark Knight Rises: It has been eight years since Batman vanished into the night, turning, in that instant, from hero to fugitive. Assuming the blame for the death of D.A. Harvey Dent, the Dark Knight sacrificed everything for what he and Commissioner Gordon both hoped was the greater good. For a time the lie worked, as criminal activity in Gotham City was crushed under the weight of the anti-crime Dent Act. But everything will change with the arrival of a cunning cat burglar with a mysterious agenda. Far more dangerous, however, is the emergence of Bane, a masked terrorist whose ruthless plans for Gotham drive Bruce out of his self-imposed exile. But even if he dons the cape and cowl again, Batman may be no match for Bane.
Also included are;
Exclusive villain prints from Mondo
Reproductions of the Tumbler (from Batman Begins), Bat-Pod (from The Dark Knight) and Bat (from The Dark Knight Rises)
Large 48-page photo book of the trilogy
Over 90 minutes of new special features--The Fire Rises: The Creation and Impact of The Dark Knight Trilogy; Christopher Nolan and Richard Donner: A Conversation
The Complete IMAX sequences from The Dark Knight and The Dark Knight Rises.
A letter from director Christopher Nolan
Above is the official info about what is in this Ultimate Collector's Edition, a somewhat lengthy list because it's a somewhat hefty collection. Let's get the movies out the way first - they are, without question, in my opinion simply the best screen (big or small) adaptations of Batman ever. I've got a fondness for the two Burton movies, and for many of the cartoon adaptations; heck, I even enjoy the 1940s Batman serials. But the Dark Knight trilogy eclipses them all. Though none of the movies are perfect, and I personally feel Dark Knight Rises is the weakest of the trilogy, none of them are clunkers either (hello Schumacher Batman movies!) and being the weakest of three excellent movies still sees Dark Knight Rises standing head and shoulders above the majority of superhero movies. DC's success with movie adaptations has been spotty at best, but Chris Nolan and his uniformly excellent cast showed how to do it right with these three movies - not so much the "make it dark," which did work because it suits Batman's character but which worked against the Superman adaptation Man of Steel, but the treating the characters with respect. So, without reservation, I can recommend that any comic fan should buy a copy of these movies.
However, the next question is, why buy this particular product? Many fans will have already picked up at least the first two movies, or might be eyeing the noticably cheaper regular Blu-Ray set retailing at around half the price of this collector's edition. Let's look at the extras:
Christopher Nolan's letter - it's a nice add, but it isn't enough to sway me to pay out extra cash.
The booklet holding the Blu-Rays - pretty, but somewhat impractical, as I am always a touch worried that I'll end up damaging either the booklet or the discs trying to extract the latter from the former. But it is nice looking.
The digital Ultraviolet versions of the films - a nice bonus, definitely worth having, and a start at justifying the extra moolah.
The photo booklet - very nice indeed, showing a mixture of character shots and behind-the-scenes shots. Low on text, high on visuals, and another solid plus for the serious collector trying to decide whether to splash out for this set.
The villain prints - another very nice addition, one apiece for each of the series' five main male villains. The only shame is the absence of Catwoman (I know, she's not so villainous in the end) and another who will remain nameless for the sake of not spoiling those who have not seen all three movies.
The reproductions of Batman's vehicles - not entirely my thing (I've somewhat outgrown miniatures, or, at least, have learned to not want to collect them since I have no space available to display them properly ), but I have to admit that they are nicely made, and do add value to the set.
The extra disc and its special features - now, this is the kind of thing I don't mind paying extra for, though on its own it wouldn't justify doubling the price. The two documentaries are thought-provoking and entertaining, but the IMAX sequences are the best bonuses, making me wish I'd seen the movies in that format when they were at the cinema.
Overall, I'd say that if you are just a casual fan, then the regular releases will stand you in good stead, but I think the extras are worth the additional cash if you are even vaguely a collector. Whatever version of these films you buy, the films themselves are heartily recommended.
Available on DVD now!
The Lone Ranger began life as a radio serial in 1933, and first transferred to the screen with two Republic Pictures serials in 1938 and 1939, but it is fair to say that the version of the character best known to the general public, and the most successful incarnation of the character was the one portrayed by Clayton Moore (and, for one season, by John Hart), which ran on US television from 1949 through to 1957, an impressive run of 221 episodes. Equally complicit in the show's success was Jay Silverheels as Tonto, who appeared in even more episodes of the show than Moore; both actors became synonymous with their characters, and remain so to this day. Now, with Armie Hammer and Johnny Depp due to appear as the Ranger and Tonto respectively in the latest screen incarnation, Classic Media have released several episodes of the show in both single DVD releases and a complete series collectors' set.
The three individual releases are subtitled Kemo Sabe, Who Was That Masked Man? and Hi-Yo Silver Away!, and feature eight episodes apiece of the show, with a run time of approximately 200 minutes apiece. On one level they are great value, retailing at $7.77 (or cheaper on selected sites) per DVD, great value for money for a casual fan of the show. However, for die-hards or serious collectors, you need to be aware that the episodes are not sequential, and are taken from across multiple seasons (notably with only a minimal showing from the third season, which featured the less popular John Hart in the title role).
Who Was That Masked Man? features The Masked Rider from December 1949 (Season 1, Episode 14), Gold Train from March 1950 (Season 1, Episode 27), Bad Medicine from December 1950 (Season 2, Episode 65), The Hooded Men from February 1951 (Season 2, Episode 76), Two for Juan Ringo from December 1954 (Season 4, Episode 146), Wanted: The Lone Ranger from May 1955 (Season 4, Episode 165), The Return of Don Pedro O'Sullivan from October 1956 (Season 5, Episode 189) and Outlaws in Greasepaint from June 1957 (Season 5, Episode 221).
Kemo Sabe features Trouble for Tonto from July 1950 (Season 1, Episode 45), The Fugitive from September 1954 (Season 4, Episode 131), Enfield Rifle from January 1955 (Season 4, Episode 149), The Tell-Tale Bullet from April 1955 (Season 4, Episode 162), Framed for Murder from July 1955 (Season 4, Episode 177), Courage of Tonto from July 1957 (Season 5, Episode 201), Mission for Tonto from June 1957 (Season 5, Episode 216) and The Banker's Son from May 1957 (Season 5, Episode 218).
Hi-Yo Silver Away! features The Lone Ranger Fights On from September 1949 (Season 1, Episode 2), Outlaw of the Plains from July 1950 (Season 1, Episode 43), Mr. Trouble from March 1961 (Season 2, Episode 78), The Brown Pony from May 1953 (Season 3, Episode 114), The Old Cowboy from June 1953 (Season 3, Episode 120), The Midnight Rider from July 1953 (Season 3, Episode 123), Trapped from August 1955 (Season 4, Episode 178) and Quarter Horse War from November 1956 (Season 5, Episode 191).
The episodes themselves are enjoyable, good examples of the series for both existing and new fans. Given the age of the show, the picture and sound quality is excellent, and, though there's nothing by way of extras, you can't really complain given the price. If you are a casual fan or just curious about checking out the series to see if it is your cup of tea, I'd heartily recommend these DVDs.
For the more serious fan, it is worth checking out the Collector's (sic) Edition, which includes not only all 221 episodes of the regular show but also the 1956 Lone Ranger feature film and its sequel, the 1958 Lone Ranger and the Lost City of Gold, both starring Moore and Silverheels, plus "Peace Patrol", a Lassie episode from 1958 in whic Clayton Moore guest starred as the Lone Ranger (or, arguably, as himself playing the Lone Ranger). While the official price tag of $199.95 might sound like a lot, it is actually cheaper per episode than the individual DVD releases, and you can get a substantial discount on it at sites such as Amazon. Sadly, many of the episodes are slightly edited down syndicated version, losing a minute or two at either end, but since it seems the original versions may no longer exist, it's something both Classic Media and the fans buying the set just have to live with. So, even with that last caveat, I'd seriously recommend this set to anyone who considers themselves a true fan of the Lone Ranger.
Available on DVD January 22nd. Own it on DVD!
For the Young Justice squad being a teenager means proving yourself over and over to peers, parents, teachers, mentors and, ultimately, to yourself. But what if youre not just a normal teenager? What if youre a teenage super hero? How much harder will it be to prove yourself in a world of super powers, super villains and super secrets? Are you ready to come of age in such a world? Are you ready for life or death rites of passage? Are you ready to join the ranks of the great heroes and prove youre worthy of the Justice League? Thats exactly what the members of Young Justice Robin, Aqualad, Kid Flash, Superboy, Miss Martian and Artemis will find out whether they have what it takes to be a proven hero. The latest season of the critically acclaimed series jumps ahead in time 5 years to re-introduce the original squad as well as all new members Nightwing, Wonder Girl, Blue Beetle, Batgirl, and Beast Boy as they fight off a secret alien invasion affecting the entire planet.
The cover image doesn't make it clear, but the side of the box does - this is Season Two, Part One. After the resounding success of the first Young Justice season, we fast forward five years for the start of the second season, and there have been several changes to the status quo. It's a tad misleading to say that Nightwing is a new team member, as he's really the first season's Robin, Dick Grayson, with the mantle of Batman's sidekick having passed down to Tim Drake between seasons. The writers have made good use of the time jump to also introduce several other suitable youthful heroes from the DC universe, not just the ones listed above in the solicitation blurb - for fans of DC there's also Zatanna, Rocket, Bumblebee, Mal Duncan, Lagoon Boy and Impulse. With ten episodes of Young Justice in this set, you've got around half the season (and most of the episodes which have aired as of the time of this review) included, though sadly Warner Bros have also confirmed this is to be the final season, a shame since this is such a good show. The team's battle against the villainous conspiracy known as the Light has stepped up its pace, but Aqualad appears to have defected to the enemy. Meanwhile future boy Impulse has come back in time to alter the timeline and prevent his own future coming to pass, a world where Blue Beetle turned to the dark side and took over the world. Every episode of this series is strong individually, but what makes this show stand out from other comic to cartoon adaptations is the truly breathtaking ongoing plotline, with unexpected twists and turns galore.
For once the DVD extras are also noteworthy, this time consisting of three
bonus episodes of the Batman: Brave and the Bold cartoon, Rise of the Blue
Beetle!", "Fall of the Blue Beetle!" and "Revenge of the Reach!", each of
which is a welcome addition to this box set. At a RRP
of $19.97 , this DVD set is highly recommended.
Available on DVD September 4th. Own it on DVD!
Get set for a ghoulishly good time with that tussling twosome, Tom and Jerry as they scare up some fun for the whole family this Halloween with their latest DVD release, Tom & Jerry: Tricks and Treats, available September 4, 2012 from Warner Home Video (WHV). This spooktacular collection showcases 20 Tom and Jerry cartoons plus two bonus cartoons. Tom & Jerry: Tricks and Treats will retail for $19.97 SRP.
Tom and Jerry are in for spooks galore in this monster collection. With 20 eerie cartoons plus two bonus cartoons, everyones goodie-bag will overflow with fun! Tricks and treats are at every turn, from ancient Egypt to Transylvania, from creepy houses to haunted forests, the hair-raising hilarity is non-stop! Our favorite Cat and Mouse mingle with ghosts, mummies, werewolves and witches in these terrific tales. Of course Tom and Jerry have a bounty of tricks up their own sleeves as well! Fear not, the chase is on! Its a scare-iffic good time for the whole family!
Tom and Jerry: Tricks & Treats is a collection of (mostly) spooky-themed Tom and Jerry cartoons released for the Halloween market, and originally aired (again, mostly) as part of the Tom and Jerry Tales show that aired on Kids WB between September 2006 and March 2008. Why the mostlys? I guess it proved difficult to find enough Tom and Jerry cartoons that properly fitted the Halloween / spooky theme, and so there's a number of the entries in this DVD that really don't fit that tagline, instead making do with putting either or both protagonists in costume, which I guess counts as Halloween fancy dress. Plus, six of the twenty main cartoons are from older iterations of Tom and Jerry, rather than Tom and Jerry Tales - but that's not necessarily a bad thing, because old Tom and Jerry is generally good Tom and Jerry.
Putting aside quibbles over how close to the stated theme the contents actually are, what exactly does this particular DVD offer? There are twenty-two cartoons on here (twenty "main" ones and two Christmas-themed "bonus cartoons" included as "special features"), of which sixteen are from Tom and Jerry Tales. I hadn't seen this version of the cartoon cat and mouse before, so I went into watching them with a mixture of anticipation and trepidation - I like Tom and Jerry, but I also know how frequently new versions of old classics fall short of the mark. Luckily, by and large, I didn't need to worry - while I don't think they quite had the zing of the best of the classic cartoons, most of the new cartoons ranged from being perfectly watchable to actually quite excellent. Among the best of the set are the suitably spooky Over the River and Boo! the Woods, the eerie Invasion of the Body Slammers, the haunted mansion tale Fraidy Cat Scat, and Monster Con, which includes a clear homage to the 2004 Van Helsing movie. Some of the others, such as the Egyptian-themed Tomb it May Concern and funhouse story Spook House Mouse, are atmospheric and fun, but spoiled a touch by weak endings. The only really dire cartoon in the set, in my opinion, is the inane and unfunny medieval musical, The Itch. Overall, there's over two and a half hours worth of cartoons to while your time away with here, most of it time well spent, and as such, my final analysis of this set is to recommend it, with a caveat. If you are wanting something to keep the kids happy, or just wanting a random set of Tom and Jerry cartoons to watch yourself, this is a set worth getting. If you are a more serious collector, it should be noted that all the sixteen Tom and Jerry Tale cartoons on this set were already released in Tom and Jerry Tales: Vol 1 through 6, which also included the rest of that series, so if you already own those, you'd be double dipping and only picking up this set for the "classic" Tom and Jerry cartoons on it, some of which have also likewise been included in other past collections.
Available on DVD August 7th. Own it on DVD!
Bugs, Daffy, Elmer, Foghorn, Sylvester, Tweety, Granny and all your favorite Looney friends are back! It's The Looney Tunes Show! Get ready to laugh till it hurts, when the Looney Tunes gang takes you on one hilarious roller coaster ride of fun after another! It's episode after episode of Looney Tunes adventure and Looney Tunes insanity for the whole family to enjoy. And wait, there's more! Not only will you get all these side-splitting madcap shows, you'll also get brand new Merrie Melodies and Road Runner shorts. The laughs never end with The Looney Tunes Show! Includes the 2nd half of the 1st season, 14 episodes.
Like Young Justice: Dangerous Secrets, The Looney Tunes Show: There Goes The Neighborhood is actually The Looney Tunes Show: Season 1, Vol.4, and like that other recent release, it features more episodes in a single release than the other three volumes combined, all the remaining fourteen episodes not previously released, taking viewers to the end of the season. The show reimagines the old Looney Tune characters in what amounts to a sitcom setting, all living alongside one another in an L.A. suburb, with the decidely odd couple of Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck in the lead roles as roommates, while other established long-time Warners characters play friends and neighbors (such as Yosemite Sam portrayed as Bugs and Daffy's paranoid but well-meaning immediate neighbor). Longer episodes (roughly 22 minutes, including the shorts) allow for more plot driven tales, resulting in a somewhat different experience from watching the Warners cartoons of yesteryear, but frankly that isn't necessarily a bad thing - previous attempts to simply reproduce the style and humor of past animators have had mixed success, and it's better to give the show's writers the chance to find their own style, influenced by but not attempting to ape what has come before.
Most, but not all, episodes includes two additional segments seguing from the main story. New Road Runner vs. Wile E. Coyote cartoons provide more traditional Warners cartoon fare, distinguished from their past counterparts by the use of computer animation to bring them to life; even though most people are used to seeing CGI cartoons these days, I still found it somewhat jarring to see computerized versions of characters I'd grown up with watching in hand-drawn cartoons, though you do get used to it. As noted in the previous paragraph, you don't do yourself favors trying to mimic the style of a classic rather than finding your own, if only because you invite additional and usually unflattering comparisons, but that aside, these make a valiant attempt at recapturing the feeling of old Road Runner cartoons. Were they as good as the Chuck Jones tales? No. But they weren't bad either. The second additional segment are the Merrie Melodies, short music videos featuring established cartoon characters singing new and original songs. As you'd expect, some are better than others - I particularly liked Tasmanian Meltdown (starring the Tasmanian Devil, naturally), but Speedy Gonzales' Pizzaribba was weak, and Daffy the Wizard (one of the longest Melodies at around 4 minutes) was just plain bizarre, as we watched Daffy's dream of living in a fantasy milieu.
Overall, though I still retain a soft spot for the old Warners cartoons of the 1930s through 50s, this stands out well as one of the better revivals of those classic characters, beating hands down the likes of Tiny Toon Adventures. Recommended.
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When interior designers and lighting designers engage each other, the result can be an inspiring environment with glare-free lighting that gives users a sense of security and comfort while enhancing productivity. And while collaboration between the interior design and lighting design disciplines has occurred, the three professional organizations representing these fields officially came together on June 17 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., to formalize their working partnerships. The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) signed two friendship agreements; one with the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) and one with the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD).
Randy Fiser, ASID executive vice president and CEO, read the two identical agreements, which are between the ASID and IES, and the ASID and IALD, at the June 17 press conference. The agreements state that the "areas of friendship, cooperation, and collaboration that [the organizations] may undertake" include: the exchange of ideas relating to technical, legislative, or policy issues; the sharing of key concerns and activities through mediums such as newsletters; greater cross-membership participation at organization-sponsored conferences, exhibitions, and seminars; increased discussion between members on committee and cooperative activities; cross-referencing of membership names to identify common affiliations; and joint-planning and sponsorship of activities at each society's conferences or events.
Interior design and architectural lighting have many parallels and complements, Fiser says, and the ASID aims to highlight the impact of design on humans, in which lighting has a significant role. "A lot of what we are doing can be redundant," but with the organizations working together, "we [can] bring value to members … and do the best possible work."
IES president Daniel Salinas notes that the organizations are often "in sync" already. "What we do in each of our disciplines affects the other more than we realize, so what better way to find success than to work together and learn from each other at the same time?"
Two particular areas that the organizations' leaders hope will benefit are in policy and member education. At a time when energy codes and regulations have substantial roles in projects, "it's important that the interior design community understand the relevant services that we have to offer to the team," IALD president Barbara Horner says.
Salinas says that the organizations will "target issues that require the research and practice from members to assist those in positions of legislative authority … understand the human element in design, and the importance to ensure their decisions don't adversely affect people while trying to achieve a goal."
IALD CEO Marsha Turner says that the friendship agreement will help bolster the voice of the IALD, whose membership recently surpassed 1,000. "It's exciting to be signing this friendship agreement with the ASID, with its 28,000 members. … It is an amplifier to the IALD voice." She adds that the IALD and IES, which has more than 8,000 members, will continue working together—though the relationship remains informal for now. "We've been long partners with the IES, so it's a nice synergy, and a very nice occasion."
During the press conference Q+A, an audience member asked the organization leaders what the next steps will be. Fiser said that the organizations will continue encouraging members to exchange information, such as presentations at each other's meetings. IES public policy director Robert Horner added that the organizations will begin planning cross-discipline training sessions at the IES' annual conference this November.
Another audience question was whether the organization's members will have reciprocity in accessing or purchasing the publications and guidelines of others. "We're looking into areas for opportunities for where it makes sense," Fiser said.
Questions on the friendship agreements may be directed to Robert Horner at email@example.com.

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Traditionally, bronze was cast using the "lost wax" technique. This process, however, is extremely time-consuming and complex. Today, many artisans opt for cold casting, which is much simpler and does not require the use of molten metal. Cold cast bronze, however, is not true bronze; it is actually an combination of polyester or epoxy and bronze shavings. This cuts the production cost while retaining the bronze look. A DVD is a basic shape and can be cold cast by a beginner, provided the proper steps are taken.
- Skill level:
- Moderate
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Things you need
- Silicone mould kit
- Bronze cold-casting kit
- 2 plastic cups
- 2 medium-size plastic containers
- 1 plastic bucket
- 1 stick
- Electric drill
- Drill mixer attachment
- Matt polyurethane spray
- Large paintbrush
- Rotary tool
- Steel wool
- Plastic gloves
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Prepare a container to hold the DVD. It needs to have walls to hold the silicone but not be so big that there is excessive waste. A cardboard box or even the lid to a cardboard box should be sufficient. Clean the container and place the DVD inside.
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Open up the silicone bucket and stir with a stick, smoothly and in a circular motion so as not to produce any air bubbles.
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Slowly pour some of the silicone into one of the plastic cups as smoothly as well to avoid air bubbles. Stir in the catalyst provided with the silicone mix, using the prescribed ratio. Mix enough silicone to cover the DVD completely --- about 1/8 inch thick.
- 4
Stir the silicone and catalyst together until there are no air bubbles or lumps in the mix. Allow this mix to sit for several minutes, so that any trapped air bubbles have a chance to rise to the surface.
- 5
Pour the new mix into the other plastic cup. This is to separate the mixed silicone from any granules that may have settled on the bottom. As always, pour slowly to avoid air bubbles.
- 6
Slowly pour the mould over the DVD in a thin, even stream, from about two feet above the DVD to reduce the possibility of air bubbles developing.
- 7
Once the DVD is completely covered, lay the strips of gauze over the poured silicone to strengthen the mould. Pour another thin layer of silicone over the gauze. The total thickness should ideally be about 1/8 inch.
- 8
Let the silicone sit for drying and hardening. This may take up to 12 hours; check the box to see how long you must wait. Drying time is mostly dependent on what catalyst is used.
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After drying, pull the silicone mould out of the box and remove the DVD. Turn the mould upside down, so the interior is exposed. It will look like a DVD-shaped depression.
Making the Mold
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Pour the bronze mix into the larger plastic container. The mix should come with instructions as to the correct proportions. The amount poured should be enough to cover the DVD in a thin layer two times.
- 2
Mix the ingredients using the electric drill mixer attachment. It is fully mixed when there are no visible white streaks.
- 3
Separate half the prepared mix into the other plastic container.
- 4
Mix the accelerator into one of the containers, in the proportions recommended by the guidelines included in the kit.
- 5
Dip the brush in the mix and paint the inside of the DVD mould with the mix. Cover the entire surface.
- 6
Wash and dry the brush. Refer to the bronze cold-casting mix to find out whether the brush should be cleaned with paint thinner or water. This will depend on the particular ingredients in the mix.
- 7
Lightly tap your finger onto the bronze painted into the mould. If your finger does not leave any mark, it is dry.
- 8
Repeat Steps 4 through 6 with the other container of mix, giving the mould a total of two coats.
- 9
Mix the "backup mix" included with the kit in the last clean plastic bucket, according to the kit instructions, using the drill mixer attachment. Add the accelerator in the amounts recommended by the kit, then mix again until you see the mix get thicker.
- 10
Grab some of the backup mix and begin spreading onto the mould using your gloved hands. Cover evenly until the back of the DVD casting is fully covered. Smooth it out a bit to make presentation of the casting easier.
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Leave the casting to dry according to the mix instructions.
Cold Casting
- 1
Pick the mould and casting up out of the box. Peel the mould off the casting.
- 2
Clean the major excess casting off of the sides with the rotary tool.
- 3
Using the plaster rasp, clean excess bronze off of the sides and back to a finer degree.
- 4
Smooth the sides, back and front to the desired look using the steel wool, rubbing it vigorously over the casting.
- 5
Spray the DVD casting with matt polyurethane to finish.
Tips and warnings
- Since a single DVD is quite small, try another casting of several DVDs piled on top of each other. Do not use DVDs that you intend on watching later.
- Always wear plastic gloves when working with these and other chemicals. Work in a well-ventilated area.


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How to handle SIL re cancelling on my 3year old
(54 Posts)We had a family birthday barbecue at home yesterday for my 3 year old DS's bday. It had been planned for several weeks with everyone agreeing to the date. We have small families so it was just my mum, MIL and FIL, my bro and his wife and my husbands sister and her husband.
Two hours before I got a text from her saying that their barbecue the previous night had gone on longer than expected so their friends were still there and they weren't going to come. I replied just saying "DS will be very disappointed" and then got another one back saying she was sorry.
I think this is a) rude as you just don't cancel at that short notice when people have catered for you etc and b) a horrible thing to do to your three year old nephew. My husband is angry too and we don't know how to handle this for the best. We don't think they enjoy spending time with us which is fine, but I feel the need to protect my son from being treated badly. The family is generally pretty dysfunctional and my inlaws have defended my SIL and asked my husband not to fall out over it.
Any tips for how to handle this without blowing it out of proportion but at the same time giving the message that we will not be treated like that and just ignore it?
Thank you.
was your ds really that bothered about them not coming?
I think you're overreacting a bit TBH
There's nowt you can do in my opinion. Sorry for your ds, but do not let it spoil the day.
It's an odd time when parties are about uncles and aunts. Parties ime become about friends as soon as nursery/school starts. So given that he is three and bh probably couldn't care less, I would let it go.
Thanks for replies. I know it's not a massive issue but I still think it's really rude to cancel at two hours even on adults just because you basically don't fancy it. I don't like being treated like that! He had his friends round on Saturday for a party with them so this was just family.
I really don't think your three-year old is going to be emotionally scared by this, do you?
I can understand your desire to "protect [your] son from being treated badly" but his auntie not coming to a family barbecue because they are still having to entertain friends really doesn't fall under that category.
I guess the other thing is that there's a bit of a history of only wanting to see us when she wants something so I guess it's that which annoys me really and not just the party thing. I guess my overreaction is prob due to that so I do need to separate the two issues.
I think you're overreacting.
I know that you're disappointed she's not coming but she was honest with you and told you in advance of the party. Yes that was still rude of her to cancel, but you just have to get on with it.
Your 3 year old would have been fine. Plenty of other people to make a fuss of him at the BBQ.
Don't make a mountain out of a molehill.
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If there is that kind of history then I can understand you being annoyed. Don't let her bad behavior upset you, you have no control over it.
I think she is pretty damn rude, as she should have told her friends that she had a family party to go to, but if she had perhaps thought that the friends would be long gone, and not mentioned it, and the friends had ended up staying later she might felt it was rude to kick them out so she could come over. Pretty poor handling by her though and she definitely should have prioritised the family commitment.
However YABU to think that your 3 year old is going to care much, you just breezily tell a 3 year old that they will see Aunty Debbie next week instead and don't let your feelings come into it, most 3 year olds I know might ask a couple of times about it, but pretty much accept it. They just care about singing happy birthday and opening a couple of presents at this age.
In which case you should be used to this sort of behaviour and not let it get to you any more by inviting them out of courtesy but expecting them not to show. Or you simply stop inviting them to things. But it's not about your DS being disappointed or hurt, though.
No I don't think he'll be emotionally scarred by this- as I say I don't want to blow it out of proportion. I still think it would have been rude to cancel even if it was just a general get together- they could have come later, could have asked their friends to let themselves out or she could have come and left husband with friends. I guess I'm upset for my H too as she never wants to see him unless she needs to borrow something!
Yes. It's rude. No one has said it isn't.
But you have asked how to handle it without blowing it all out of proportion, and the fact that your in laws have asked your husband not o fall out about it suggests that you have already expressed your strong feelings about it. The answer from me is - you are in danger of blowing it out proportion unless you just let it go.
He is three. It's rude but it's not a heinous disrespect from which he needs protecting. It's rudeness from people who are probably privately a bit <shrug> about a toddlers party.
If the family is 'generally pretty dysfunctional' I would regard their non appearance as a fortuitous swerve. And your son already had a party with his friends. You need to let it go. Whatever the history you are overreacting.
Thanks- yes he was fine just with the other family. Thinking about it further I think it's the history which makes me so annoyed and this is just another thing. If I'm honest I probably wouldn't be so cross if she was usually fine.
Yes, it's not about your son at all but about your irritation with her.
Honestly, it will be kinder to you and DH if you stop expecting her to change. It's hurtful but it's who she is. Don't invite her or just invite her the night before ....'we know you don't tend to be able to make these get togethers but ds is having a party tomorrow. Drop in if you fancy it'
Thanks- we don't intend to make a big fuss over it as, as you've said, it's only a birthday party. I can see the protecting thing appears OTT but TBH I already feel like I have to protect him from the dysfunctional family so that comment wasn't just a result of this issue.
Thank you all for helpful comments.
I agree with pagwatch, just get over it and expect it next time.
We could all spend our lives being offended if we looked at things in a certain way. Grace and forgiveness (give and take) are what makes the world go around.
I'd be upset too but think like others say maybe expect less, it's just a shame she puts spending time with her friends over her family sil is the one missing out
Thanks- yes I agree re give and take but there does come a point where some people do all the giving and some all the taking!
This is my advice based on a crap SIL/BIL
You shouldn't worry about it. Always treat her as a 'maybe' for any invites and don't bother getting cross about it.
Some families are more relaxed about family event than others. In your DH's family it may be more OK to do this type of thing.
Your text back was quite stroppy. It's the type of thing to start family wars. Why did you send it and not your DH? You should try not to get involved. Try to leave your DH to deal with his family and take the 'smile and nod' method of dealing with them. (This is what I do)
Three year old parties are not everyone's cup of tea not that that is a excuse for your SIL not going.
BTW. You really don't need to protect your DS from his dysfunctional family. I am very honest with my DCs and they all grew up understanding how their family works. If you get all upset and indignant then your kids will grow up that way too.
My kids are happy when they see their various 'useless' relatives but aren't 'hurt' by them if they don't remember birthdays or whatever.
I had and have this, I've adopted the approach of not telling him until we are practically at the door or surprising him with the guests, its the only way to stop him getting heartbroken.
I think you are overreacting. Adults do generally not want to spend a day celebrating the birthday of small children. Especially if they dont have kids themselves. Stop "bigging" up the aunt and uncle in front of your child and dont build up expectations!
For a three year old, I think a little tea party with nursery / baby group friends would be perfect.
I think the best way to protect a child from a dysfunctional family is to stop trying to have family celebrations, and look elsewhere. NOT cause a fall out over a small thing.
You mention giving and taking. Maybe this particular couple feel they are doing all the giving by attending?
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CME Unit 5
Section B: Learning Outcome 2 (LO 2)
Be able to overcome barriers to musical learning
Introduction | Section A | Section B | Section C | Publications
Key info
Guided learning hours: 15
Credits: 3
QCF Level: 3
Learning Styles
To help you to understand more about overcoming barriers, it may help to revisit the area of learning styles. By developing a better understanding of your own preferred learning style, you can become more aware of how your students prefer to learn.
Your programme leader may introduce a learning style inventory at this point and you will also find many different examples on the web. One of the pioneers in this area was David Kolb and it's well worth having a look at his work on this subject.
Taking a look at preferred learning styles reminds us that there are many factors which may be considered barriers to musical learning or participation and, alongside these, we should also, for example, consider the following barriers:
- Physical - child's ability to physically play an instrument; is it physically possible to get to and from the lesson?
- Social - peer pressure for their instrument choice/musical genre
- Cultural - family/ religious pressure for their instrument choice/musical genre
- Gender Assumptions - historic gender association with instruments and genres; assumption of physical capabilities
- Learning Difficulties - literacy; teacher's presentation; pupil's attention span; interaction between pupil and teacher; frustration, anger and other emotions
- Physical Disabilities - access to classroom; ability to hold and interact with instruments/instrument suitability; use of limbs; sight; hearing; breathing
You may also care to reflect on any barriers to learning that you have encountered in your earlier experiences of musical learning or on your progress through the CME.
Learning activity 4 - relating to Learning Outcome 2 (LO 2)
See if you can work on your own, or as part of a group, to determine your own preferred learning style: auditory; visual or kinaesthetic. Without assistance from a programme leader, you may need to find your own inventory of learning styles on the web. If you have time, try more than one 'test' to see if your results are consistent.
As music educators, we may work more frequently in a particular mode, for example, teaching pieces aurally rather than using written notation or vice versa. It is generally accepted that we can all benefit from exploring a variety of learning styles and, when working with children and young people, it's particularly important to take account of their preferred learning styles rather than coercing them to learn in a particular way.
Learning activity 5 - relating to Learning Outcome (LO 2)
If possible, choose two students that you have regularly worked with and who have contrasting learning styles. Thinking about the work that you have just completed on identifying your own preferred learning style, write a brief description of how these two students prefer to learn, citing real examples from your experiences with them.
Learning activity 6 - relating to Learning Outcome (LO 2)
Many schools and music educators will be engaged with whole class instrumental and vocal tuition programmes. If you are unfamiliar with this form of music education, begin by researching it on the web.
Although it has been shown to be a successful approach to widening access to musical learning, there are still many widely held views that unintentionally mitigate against this inclusive approach to teaching and learning. Consider the numbered points below. Have you witnessed these reactions? Do you recognise any of your own thoughts or feelings in these views?
(i) Strongly held views about who is suitable to learn an instrument
(ii) The firm belief that prior musical knowledge is required before instrumental lessons are embarked upon
(iii) The conviction that without parental/home support being available any form of musical tuition will be wasted
(iv) The idea that musical notation is an essential starting point, resulting in a limited range of learning styles
(v) Teachers with a strong predilection towards 1-1 or small group teaching at early levels, making lessons unnecessarily expensive
(vi) Teachers who make the assumption that young people will keep going through the 'boring' patches in expectation of 'jam tomorrow'
Learning activity 7 - relating to Learning Outcome (LO 2)
Consider the following letter sent to parents about a forthcoming Christmas concert. If practicable, work with one or two colleagues to discuss the letter and identify the potential barriers to participation that some children, or their parents, would face if they received this letter.
Dear Parent
Christmas Concert Details
On the day of the concert, there will be an afternoon rehearsal at 2.30pm at All Saints Church. Please make sure all pupils are dropped off and ready to rehearse by this time. Pupils should bring tea with them, as well as money to purchase a drink or sweets for the interval.
All pupils taking part are expected to have learned the words to all verses of 'Away in a Manger' and 'Once in Royal', off by heart, and pupils of the following groups should be dressed as such:
- Primary Choir – smart clothes in red, white and green
- Secondary Choir –black bottoms and silvery/gold/shiny tops
- Brass Band – all black
- Steel Pans – colourful
N.B. No trainers or jeans please.
Please support your children by coming to watch the concert: tickets are £10 adults, £7 concessions.
Those not able to attend should pick up their children at 9.45pm. Please meet children outside the church. Parking is available on the main road.
All pupils should remember to bring their music with them and members of the brass band should also bring a music stand and their instrument.
With best wishes
Learning activity 8 - relating to Learning Outcome (LO 2)
A recent survey about why young people disengaged with music included the following comments in the any further comments box at the bottom of the survey. Consider the comments and the sample responses from some music educators. How might you be able to overcome these barriers in your work as a music educator?
"Sharon enjoyed her clarinet lessons but when the school stopped clarinet lessons and you moved them to after school, the taxi would only collect her at 3:15. I contacted the Local Authority but they said they couldn't move the time. We need the taxi as it takes her wheelchair."
Sample response: Discuss the options with the school and parents. Unfortunately, school transport, be it buses or taxis, tend to have a fixed pick-up time which can create a barrier for many if music lessons are restricted to after school. This would need the co-operation of the school and the Local Authority to resolve. Alternatives can be sought - perhaps a different time/day/ teacher or lessons outside school. The options would need to be discussed with the parents.
"John has to give up music because it clashes with rugby."
Sample response: Students have many activities and there will invariably be some that clash. Alternatives can be sought perhaps a different time/day/ teacher or lessons outside school.
"We can't afford to buy P a violin and so we didn't want him to get attached to it - so we said he can't have violin lessons."
Sample response: Many schools have instruments that can be used or hired by students having lessons and there are organisations that support students by providing free instruments. The options would need to be discussed with the parents.
Learning activity 9 - relating to Learning Outcome (LO 2)
Technology assisted learning
Assistive Music Technology may help to widen access for children and young people with Special Educational Needs or who are Disabled (SEN/D).
Instruments may be created that are uniquely set up to suit the needs of the player. Technology has advanced significantly in recent years from simple mechanical adjustments to sophisticated computer-controlled sensors which enable children and young people to make music. However, to ensure progression within the field, there is a need for music educators working with disabled musicians to keep striving for both musical and technical excellence.
Much more information can be found in the excellent, and very readable report: Engagement with Technology in Special Educational & Disabled Music Settings, published by Youth Music (2011).
What's available?
How well-informed are you about music technology that is available?
With a CME colleague or another fellow music educator, fill in the right-hand column.
[Musical Learning table]
Where you have gaps, go online and research what is available. Search out and find out about the following apps that can support access to music:
- Garageband
- Thumbjam
- Madpad
- Loopseque Kids
- Loopy & Everyday Looper
- Impaktor
- Pinnacle Studio
- Beatsurfing
- Audiobus
- Launchpad
- Soundscape
- Bebot
- Bloom/Trope/Scape
- Figure
- Airvox
Adapted instruments
Musical instruments that have been adapted to suit the needs of a player with one or more disabilities come in many forms.
These may include creating a completely new instrument or simply altering certain features of an existing instrument to suit an individual's needs. Many people with disabilities are also able to adjust the way that an instrument is played without altering the instrument itself.
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- Introduction and background
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- The importance of music: a national plan for music education
- Learning activity 1
- Learning activity 1 answer
- Learning activity 2
- Learning activity 3
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- Learning activity 4
- Learning activity 5
- Learning activity 6
- Learning activity 7
- Learning activity 8
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Share another experience before you go.The food is excellent. Great menu and reasonably priced. You'd think you were in Austria. They have everything from sauerbraten to apple strudel. A real treat.
Cafe Vienna is tucked into small strip shopping center, but was a nice surprise. Their food is equal to or better than we had in three visits to Vienne, Austria. Service was speedy and pleasant. The only disappointment was the overpriced appetizer of four very small potto pancakes. Our entrees were a better value.
A very quaint German eatery. The food is very good and the prices are great. Limited wind selection but for the beer drinkers I am sure you will be happy.
The Café Vienna has been around for years offering traditional Germanic food. in its past it was charming and delightful. Now it is old and dowdy. the food was well portioned but bland.
We like to eat here a couple times a year and are never disappointed with the food or service. While the place is tucked into a small strip mall with a dated interior, the quality of food and the service are both excellent. Servings are large, so if you have appetizers, be prepared to bring some of your entrée home... More
Went with a work buddy. Homemade delicious. I had Sauerbraten. He had Jaeger Scnitzel. Not a morsel left on either plate. Great prices. Will return.
We had the Filet Albert and Filet Viennesse also the braut and potato pancake apps. Steaks were perfect and served with Lyonnese potatoes and corn, I got the potato leek soup, very good and hubby the salad, also very good (delicious dressing) for dessert we had the apple strudel, again a winner. Staff very friendly and attentive and owner even... More
In addition to authentic German/Austrian cusine they have the best filet mignon in town - and at a reasonable price!
Was a delicious change from the lunchtime norm. A few franizkaner beers and a classic Ruben was great. Also ordered a crepe with mixed berries and whipped creme simply delightful. I would definitely go again.
I have yet to order and be disappointed. The veiner schnitzel is outstanding, I recommend anything they have on special, Their salad is scrumptious (wish I knew how they made their house dressing). You won't be disappointed no matter what you order,
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This essay provides a written account of the holistic assessment used when admitting a patient onto a respiratory ward. A brief outline is also included of the processes involved together with the resources used for collating information. Using the Roper, Logan and Tierney activities of daily living (ADL's), eating and drinking, has been identified as one goal of nursing care. A short reflection has also been included based on experiences gained on a first clinical placement on the ward. For the benefit of this essay the selected patient will be referred to as Mrs P in order to maintain confidentiality.
The first part of the nursing process is the assessment stage where information is collated, organised and examined about the patient (Peate, 2005). The person is assessed holistically by taking all the different elements that make up the individual into consideration (Siviter, 2004). Roper, Logan and Tierney's ADL's was used on the respiratory ward as the model for the nursing processes.
Mrs P was admitted onto the ward having been diagnosed with hyperglycaemia. This is defined as an excess of glucose in the bloodstream (Oxford Dictionary of Nursing, 2004). On admitting Mrs P it is decided to conduct a mini assessment (Dougherty and Lister, 2004). It is suggested by (Ahern & Philpot, 2002) that according to (Norman and Cook, 2000) a mini assessment allows the nurse to focus on the "patients condition in order of priority".
By performing a quick visual and physical assessment (Dougherty and Lister, 2004), it was noticed that Mrs P was aware of her surroundings and alert but complained of a headache. Her skin and lips were dry indicating poor hydration. It was also noted that she had difficulties with communicating and appeared to be paralysed on her right side and in both her legs. Mrs P was also able to breath air without the aid of oxygen. She had also had a right breast mastectomy at some point in her life. Her charts showed that her blood sugar was last monitored four hours earlier. High blood sugar levels can cause the individual to fall into a coma so priority needed to be given to carrying out a blood test to ensure that her glucose levels were constant (Diabetes Care Group, 2007). She was also encouraged to drink plenty of water for rehydration. Full observations were also carried out at this stage and included taking her blood pressure, oxygen saturation levels, pulse, respiratory rate and temperature. Observations are important in providing a "starting point for the individual's basic biophysical measurements" (Peate, 2005). This allows for comparisons to be made during the later stages of treatment.
Once it was established that Mrs P's condition was stable a full subjective and informal interview could be conducted in order to collate further details so that care could be planned (Peate, 2005). The purpose of the interview is to "obtain information about factors such as lifestyle and social background" (McGee, 1998). Questions for the subjective interview are found on care plan forms. Mrs P had difficulties communicating and was only able to gesticulate with her left hand, make sounds with her mouth, blink and nod her head in response to questions. So permission was obtained, from her, to contact her carers to assist with answering further questions in order that a full history and accurate diagnosis could be made.
Whilst waiting for the carers to arrive information was sort from her past medical history, doctors referral letter and previous hospital notes. She had suffered a stroke ten years previously, which caused her to become paralysed and to have aphasia which is defined as a "disorder of language affecting the generation and content of speech and its understanding" (Oxford Dictionary of Nursing, 2004). She was an insulin dependant diabetic and had been hospitalised on numerous occasions for chest...


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NATO pledges 'strong solidarity' in Turkish fight against IS
A NATO official said members also used the closed-door meeting to call on Turkey not to use excessive force in reaction to terror attacks.
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Turkish jets bombed Kurdish rebels inside Turkey on Tuesday as NATO proclaimed its "strong solidarity" with the country's fight against the Islamic State group but urged restraint in a campaign that has also targeted Kurdish separatists.
In a statement, Turkey's military said it used fighter jets to bomb Kurdish rebels after its soldiers came under fire by heavy weaponry in Sirnak province near the country's border with Iraq.
Earlier Tuesday, NATO backed Turkish steps to defend itself against terrorism in a rare emergency meeting, which had been called to assess the threat posed by the Islamic State extremist group and the Turkish response.
"The security of the alliance is indivisible," ambassadors from all 28 NATO nations declared in a joint statement after the meeting.
They condemned recent terror attacks in Turkey, and called terrorism "a global threat that knows no border, nationality, or religion — a challenge that the international community must fight and tackle together."
A NATO official said members also used the closed-door meeting to call on Turkey not to use excessive force in reaction to terror attacks, while urging it to continue peace efforts with representatives of the Kurdish minority. The official was not authorized to speak on the record and spoke on condition of anonymity.
The spike in violence in recent days has prompted concerns that a promising peace process is falling beyond repair.
As the ambassadors were gathering at NATO headquarters, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told a news conference in Ankara that it was impossible to advance a peace process with the Kurds as long as attacks on Turkey continue.
The exchange of fire Tuesday appears to be further escalation between the Turkish government and the Kurdistan Workers Party, or PKK.
The PKK has launched a number of attacks on Turkish security forces and Turkish jets also hit the PKK's mountainous headquarters in Iraq over the weekend.
The special session of the alliance's main political decision-making body, the North Atlantic Council, was held at Turkey's request under a clause of NATO's founding treaty that empowers member countries to seek consultations if they believe their security, territorial integrity or political independence is at risk.
It was just the fifth such meeting in NATO's 66-year history.
"All allies stand in solidarity with Turkey," alliance secretary-general Jens Stoltenberg told reporters after the session, which lasted a little over an hour.
Stoltenberg said the Turks did not use Tuesday's meeting to request military assistance from other NATO members.
"What we all know is that Turkey is a staunch ally, Turkey has very capable armed forces — the second largest army within the alliance," the NATO chief said.
The alliance official who spoke on condition of anonymity said Turkey's allies unanimously spoke at the meeting in favor of its "right to defend itself." One outside analyst said eliciting such support may have been why Turkey sought the unusual forum in the first place.
"I think the main purpose is to give them some reassurance in terms of their bombing campaign in Syria and northern Iraq so that they won't be accused of violating international law," said Amanda Paul, a senior policy analyst and specialist on Turkey at the European Policy Center, a Brussels think tank. "They wanted to cover their backs basically by having NATO say, 'OK it's fine.'"
Recently, an Islamic State group suicide bombing near Turkey's border with Syria left 32 people dead and an IS attack on Turkish forces killed a soldier.
On Tuesday, Turkey said another soldier died after he was shot in the head by a Kurdish militant near the border with Iraq.
After months of reluctance, Turkish warplanes last week started striking militant targets in Syria, and Turkey's leaders agreed to allow the US to launch its own strikes from Turkey's strategically located Incirlik Air Base.
But in a series of cross-border strikes, Turkey has also targeted Kurdish fighters affiliated with forces battling IS in Syria and Iraq. On Monday, Syria's main Kurdish militia and an activist group said Turkish troops shelled a Syrian village near the border, targeting Kurdish fighters.
In the battle against IS, the Syrian Kurds have been among the most effective ground forces and have been backed by US-led airstrikes, but Turkey fears a revival of the Kurdish insurgency in pursuit of an independent state.
For some NATO members and independent observers, it's unclear whether Turkey's No. 1 target in the recent attacks is the Islamic State group or the Kurds, said Ian Kearns, director of the European Leadership Network, a London-based think tank.
The Kurds are an ethnic group with their own language living in a region spanning present-day Turkey, Iraq, Syria, Iran and Armenia. The Kurdistan Workers' Party, or PKK, has fought Turkey for autonomy for Kurds in a conflict that has claimed tens of thousands of lives since 1984.
"There is no difference between PKK and Daesh," Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said Monday, using an Arabic acronym to refer to IS.
Erdogan, the Turkish president, told reporters in Ankara that Turkish and US officials were discussing creation of a safe zone near Turkey's border with Syria, which would be cleared of Islamic State presence and turned into a secure area for Syrian refugees to return.
Asked for his opinion, Stoltenberg said, "NATO is not part of these efforts. This is something that is discussed on a bilateral basis between Turkey and the United States."


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"There is a living human being hidden beneath each of these freaky-looking models."
"Her work wraps normal people in the shell of celebrity, pop culture, or historical figures as a form of living art. Although at first it looks like a grotesque depiction of recognizable people, and the artistic merit may be questionable, the form is actually a meticulously crafted and philosophically relevant analysis of culture and the way that people in the public eye are perceived by the masses.
Celebrities are praised for their beauty and perfection, yet that isn't what makes them so desirable or recognizable, as Desmeules' work shows. It is actually the very fact of their fame and prominence that draws us to them; they are as grotesque and outside the realm of normalcy as anyone with a humpback or a facial deformity. Our attraction is just as powerful in the opposite direction."
John J. Staughton, Inventor Spot
"Marie-Lou Desmeules, an amateur surgeon a French-Canadian professional artist who uses pure pigment to transform living models into bizarre sculptures of surreal celebrity lookalikes. Desmeules piles on paint like it's frosting, tweaking and tempering until her human subjects look like deranged versions of Barack Obama, Pamela Anderson or Elvis Presley. Like the lovechild of Alexa Meade and Jaimie Warren, with a little Madame Tussauds thrown in." - Priscilla Frank
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Friday, November 5, 2010
Fall Foliage Frames!
Today was one of those days I decided to ignore the continual mess and sneak out for some good ol' sister time!
Nothing like a cuppa coffee, a sister to sister chat and some crafting to feed the soul!
My sister Becky with her youngest Nadia asleep on her lap while she knits.
During my crafty escape I decided to create these frames to hold our annual fall family photo.
So simple!
To make these you will need
a frame
mod podge
paint brush
pressed leaves
To begin
Design the lay out for your leaves on the frame.
Slather the mod podge on each leaf ~ front and back ~ starting with the bottom leaves and working your way up until all leaves are on.
It is going to look awfully messy.... patience is key...
After it fully dries you get lovely leaves with shine and durability.
I was amazed how the mod podge brought the leaves to life ~ such an easy way to preserve the fabulous fall foliage!
Add in you fall photo...
Our clan five years ago
and display!
Hope you enjoy!
Much love
~ Shanti ~
Mod Podge,
nature crafts
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Eva...yes the leaves are still some what fragile but if you put the frame up on the wall they should last a very long time.
and Kat yes leaves dried in a book at least 36 hours.
Please come back and share a link if you do this craft. I would love to see all the different beautiful ways it can be created.
Thank you for all your kind words!- AnonymousOctober 20, 2012 at 12:37 AM
do u have to use real leaves or can u use fake ones. we dont get fall where i live. i miss fall colors. beautiful frames juls
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March 4, 2013
Through Reconciliation, God lifts the weight of sin
Vatican blasts some media coverage of papal transition
Pro-life men pray in front of clinic
Catholic teachers told they walk in footsteps of greatest educators
Vision TV may get bumped off basic cable
Ukrainian Catholic appointed first religious freedom ambassador
Collins urges college students to study Vatican II documents
Explosion of aging boomers unravels social safety net
State unravels society's moral fabric
Cardinals get their home away from home
Benedict's last Angelus: Prayer does not mean isolating yourself
Little-known facts about papal elections
Teach with joy, laughter
Quebec docs oppose euthanasia
Kielburger says 'thanks' to Jesuits
The Vatican has to change
The Canadian who might become pope
Collins packs his bags and heads to Rome to vote in the conclave
More Papabile
Monastery threatened
Winnipeg Confirmation candidates support each other
The Creed:
Do I Believe Jesus was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary?
Lasha Morningstar:
Angels are ever-present
Dr. Gerry Turcotte:
Figures of speech can symbolize our personal turnings toward Jesus
Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops:
Canada's bishops thank pope for his 'unfailing support'
Fr. Raymond de Souza:
Benedict's resignation will change the papacy forever
Sr. Louise Zdunich:
Should Jesus be seen as a Jewish prophet?
Fr. Ron Rolheiser:
Fear of disappearing leads us on a quest for immortality
Church can overcome barriers to evangelization
Forgiveness is the balm of broken lives
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I need a Christmas present for..... (pitch in suggestions and ask for ideas yourself)
(59 Posts)Hope this isn't duplicating other threads too much but thought it might be handy to have a thread to ask for Christmas present ideas and add suggestions if anyone else is struggling to think up present ideas (I am - had loads last year but am not doing well this year!)
I still need Christmas presents for;
DH - something quirky and a bit unusual as a little present, up to £15. Maybe something he can play with (no snurking at the back)?
BIL - up to £25, again quirky suggestions would be good. Likes computers and cooking (but owns a cafe so no cook books please!), hates books. Something to use or wear would be especially fab.
Parents - joint present, up to £60, either a house ornament or something really nice for the garden.
Other BIL - up to £20, thinks he's very trendy, haven't the foggiest what he actually likes - he drives and teaches if that's any help.
Anyone else need help?
Oh and no goats please - I wouldn't mind one but both BIL's would think it was scandalous.
For your BIL? - OCD chopping board
For your DH? - Tetris Light a bit over your budget if you include postage, but still a good price for this. It's £30 most places, but I got it for £22 for my son which is about the best I've seen it including postage. Good fun and works well.
I just need something for my DH. NO idea what to get him at all. Probably up to about £80, but wouldn't mind a few smaller things rather than 1 big thing. We are moving abroad in the New Year so nothing too big. So far I've bought him a new capo for his guitar - a specific one he has been wanting for a while, but have absolutely no other ideas. Would buy clothes, but we are moving to TX and won't be needing all the winter clothes currently available in the shops! (plus I got him clothes for his birthday this year, and a coat for Christmas last year which he really appreciated, but would like something different)
How much light does the Tetris lamp give off? It might be perfect for DH who is not so surreptitiousiously converting my office into a 'gaming room'.
For your parents, how about a bird table/feeder, bird nesting box, some bird food and a book about garden birds?
Oooh thanks homework, love both of those!
What does your DH like? Any hobbies?
Any ideas for BIL and SIL (either individual or joint presents, want to spend about £30 or so), they are in their 30s/40s, have a 2 year old ds and expecting another baby.
Like the bird table/nesting box idea, my mum is obsessed with feeding the birds anyway - they've got the food and the books about them but could have a look for a really nice bird table.
RSPB shop has lots of stuff.
this book and maybe a subscription to Lovefilm Norman? (am guessing they're not going to have as much going out time soon)
Gorgeous stuff on their site, thanks Norman
at the book!
Don't know if they are into films much. One of the problems is I don't know them very well, and we rarely see them. Hard to know what they would like.
The book is brilliant - had it as a present once and had to buy it since for 2 more couples with kids Hmm, difficult if you don't know them well - what about a nice hamper? Everyone eats after all - always my reasoning!
Totally for your DH - perhaps a table-top football game (a mini version of the one you find in pubs etc). They're all over the Interweb at various prices, but this is an example.
I have only seen the tetris light in a well-lit room, but I think it gives off a decent amount of light. Our Hawkins Bazaar had one on display so it might be worth checking (if you have a local one) if they have one they could show you.
Will come back later with more ideas - off to do the school run just now.
My DH doesn't really have hobbies as such. He reads a bit, but not loads. he enjoys movies, but rarely watches them more than once so I hate buying him DVDs as they seems like a waste of money. He enjoys wee app games on the iPad, but I have no idea what and he'll probably get iTunes vouchers from his brothers anyway. He does love his guitar, but not really sure what else I could get him for that - he's already got a gorgeous leather strap and now this new capo. I was thinking of a new stand that he's been lusting after but can't find a way to buy it direct - you seem to need to be a distributor to get them. (no distributors near us) Sorry - that's really useless!
For dh or computery bil what about the Maplin binary digital watch?
On phone, can't seem to link.
Help needed. I need some presents for children of friends; Boy 13, Girl 10, Boy 8. We spend about £10 per child, and their mum is great at getting pretty, thoughtful presents whereas I've ended up with book tokens and plastic tat for her children so want to impress a bit this year.
I need for SIL, BIL, MIL & FIL.
I like spending Christmas with them but I loathe the presents opening time. They love it and expect a lot. They want to be wowed. It's so ridiculous.
I don't want to wow them and I don't want to spend a fortune.
DH has asked for "quality" beanie hat (he is a window cleaner) and also "quality" flannel joggers/loungers...i.e. not Primarni stuff
Any suggestions where to look for these please?
GirlsonFilm - how about a maze ball or good old fashioned rubix cube for 8 year old boy? By DS (8) loves that kind of thing. Home Bargains has some comic-making sets in at the minute too - can't remember which kind, but my DS got a Beano one last year and loved it. They also have some Angry Birds Star Wars games in massively reduced and my DS is a big fan of those.
For 10 year old girl - how about a movie night hamper. Get a cheap DVD or a £5 voucher for her local rental place and then make up a gift box with some microwave popcorn, some sweets, a big bar of chocolate, a hot chocolate spoon, maybe a super cheap pair of slippers (Primark £2 type thing) - that kind of stuff. Did it for my niece last year and she loved it - invited some friends round at the end of the holidays and made a special night of it.
No ideas for 13 year old boy - sorry!
bimbedybam - Barts are the cosiest winter hats IMO - usually fleece lined so comfy too. It's ski-wear so look in shops like Blacks or Millets (do Millets still exist?) or look online.
Comfiest loungers my DH has are Calvin Klein ones - think we bought them online, maybe from figleaves?
Here you go bim Barts
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This 2-day course is for gardeners, farmers, herbalists, nurseries, CSAs, non-profits, government agencies and everyone concerned with regional, sustainable and diverse agriculture. Scholarships for the course are available to those who have previously participated in our Community Seed Grant Program or Native American Seed Request program. Please email Melissa, Education Coordinator, for scholarship information. Scholarship requests are due by April 15, 2017. Register here
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Innovation Hall 328
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Focuses on career choices and effective self-presentation for humanities majors to transition to post-graduation employment. Students will identify skills, develop employment plans, polish resumes, write cover letters, and practice networking, interviewing, and negotiating.
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Focuses on career choices and effective self-presentation for soon-to-be graduating students with majors in the humanities. Explores how skills typically learned in humanities majors can be leveraged for a successful transition to post-graduation employment.
Equivalent to ENGH 303, PHIL 393, FRLN 309.
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