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We celebrated my youngest's 2nd birthday this weekend. Here are a few highlights.
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One of my favorite gifts to bring newbie parents in the hospital is Champagne. When our first child was born we brought a bottle with us and had the nurses put it in the fridge. After her birth we celebrated with intimate family and friends. It truly was a special way to welcome our new addition and one of my favorite memories of her birthday.
This is one of the cutest bubblies I have found to bring the parents (especially if they have a girl). It is Barefoot brand and the little foot is just too precious. They also make mini bottles which are great if you don't want to bring glasses to the hospital so everyone can have their own "baby" bottle.
Here is the gift tag I tie on the bottle. Enjoy 🙂
The BIG 1
So finally going through and organizing some photos when I ran across my sweet baby boy's first birthday pics. Where does the time go? Our birth photographer had taken a photo of him in front of the clock at his birth time 7:31 AM and at 24 hrs old and now I have one with him at the exact time a year later but what happened to all those hours, minutes and seconds in between I have no idea!
Note: Never leave children alone unsupervised with balloons. Luckily my son has never been one to put things in his mouth but still I watched like a hawk as we took these photos. He thought they were balls and was more interested in throwing them than eating them but accidents can happen in a matter of seconds so please be proactive. Thanks!
Yearly photo
Trinity's 5th Fairy Birthday Bash
We celebrated Trin's 5th birthday this past weekend, here are the highlights from the party:
Décor and set up preformed by Pretty Little Tantrum
Tinkerbell Doll cake was made by the extremely talented Mallory Bushaw!
Fondant Tinker Bell Cake was a creation of Fantasies in Frosting
I ordered the cake topper from Dhoreen at DsCustom Toppers
The cake was a grocery store bought cake
Tutus and Toadstools were made by Pretty Little Tantrum
Activities included Coloring Pages, Painting Fairy Houses, A Scavenger Hunt, Musical Toadstools and Pin the Puff on the Fairy
Tinkerbell came for a visit!!
and everyone's favorite part, we had a live butterfly release!
Coming Soon!
New handcrafted items from Pretty Little Tantrum!
I know it's been a while since we have had items available from our shop but we are restocked and ready to get crafty! 🙂 Our fabulous tutus are back and here is a sneak peak at some new items we will be showcasing
Monogram Hair Clip Holder: Custom holder made to match your child's room décor.
Toadstool/mushroom stool cover. Inspired by Trinity's upcoming Tinkerbell birthday these super cute covers will be available late September. I will be using these toadstools to play musical chairs at her party. They would also work great in a child's play room.
Abby Birthday Cake
So I always go gaga over amazing cakes and think I can pull them off and then about half way through realize I am in over my head! Someday I will figure out how to decorate with fondant but for now it is not in my repertoire of skills. Lucky for me I have the beautiful Miss Mallory in my arsenal of weapons:) I found this amazing Abby Cadabby cake I wanted to make for Trinity's 4th birthday. Of course I knew I couldn't pull it off and honestly had my doubts that anyone including Mal could but as you will see she is AMAZING!
Here is the inspiration:
The real thing~
Granted the photos were taken in our garage so the lighting is a little funny but pretty close don't ya think? Thanks Mallory she turned out perfect! Here are some of the cake artist other masterpieces:


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Thursday, August 27, 2015
Keep the Focus
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Deborah, this is another one of your thoughtful posts. I am intrigued by where you are located since school started for you already?ReplyDeleteReplies
I do like your reflection using the four natures of your being.Delete
Love your post on keeping the focus and ignoring distractors.ReplyDelete
Your post is so beautiful and genuine. Thank you for sharing your journey.ReplyDelete
Distractors are deadly. Thank you for reminding us to keep FOCUS (my One Little Word this year)! Your mother's words were so sad - I'm glad you stayed focused and could share your newfound body acceptance and love. Maybe that will help her rethink the way she looks at herself. I loved the structure of your post. We all need to be thinking about taking care of our four domains! It's so hard not to lose focus of at least one of them in this busy time.ReplyDelete
I appreciate your wisdom and calm so much, Deb. xxReplyDelete
I appreciate your wisdom and calm so much, Deb. xxReplyDelete

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I have stopped writing the Myth of Jesus Christ because I have hit a treasure trove of information about Saint Mark thanks to Youhanna Youssef sending me an article he published on the subject. There are apparently two manuscripts of the Homily on Saint Mark written by Severus of Nastrawa in the ninth century. There is a great deal of variation. Both manuscripts go back to a Coptic original. The translator is Anba Mark bishop of Sakha and al-Mahallah. attended the concoction of the Myron in the year 1305 CE
Apparently there are other Homilies on St Mark that survive. Youssef mentions T. Orlandi, "Un codice Copte del "Monastero Bianco » Le Muséon 81 (1968)
351-405 especially p. 374-382. He also makes reference to the fact that in the sixth century, John Bishop of Ashmunien delivered a
homily about Saint Mark (T. ORLANDI, Studi Copti, Testi e Documenti per lo Studio dell'Antichità XXII, Milano 1968, p. I). It was at this time that the Coptic
Church was threatened by Chalcedonians and accused of not representing the tradition of Alexandrian Orthodoxy. I was right in supposing that the literary production of these types of documents were a result of upheaval at the time.
I really, really want to get this other Homily published by Orlandi. It may well unlock information found in the letter to Theodore which Morton Smith simply could not have known. Any ideas how I might get a hold of this document? I can only find it in the British Library.
Update - Thanks to the miracle of the internet I found the Coptic original. It's here and it is quite short. I should find someone to translate it. I can't be that expensive.
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January 16, 2013
If all this talk about the fiscal cliff and higher taxes has you worried about how you are going to be able to afford to keep your pets healthy in 2013, then this article is for you.
There are many different approaches to keeping health-care costs down while still keeping your best friend fit and healthy but perhaps the best way is to look at the problem the other way around; keeping your pet healthy will actually keep your health-care costs down.
Don't skimp on routine check-ups
Because pet's age faster than people, the yearly check-up is crucial to detecting health issues that could cause expensive problems in the long run. As pet's get older, it pays to increase those check-ups to twice a year. Finding and treating disease early will decrease costs of treatment in the long run, and more importantly will also prevent or delay onset of discomfort and pain for your pet.
Be familiar with the genetic diseases from which your breed of pet is prone to suffer. If you know what to look for, you and your veterinarian can watch for these problems and act early. Stay in contact with local and national breed clubs because they often offer screening tests for genetic problems at low or no cost to you and they may even have funds to assist you with the costs of caring for a pet with certain ailments.
Prevent common problems
Ear infections are one of the top reasons pet owners seek veterinary care. Asking your veterinarian about a regular ear cleaning regimen that you can do at home might prevent this problem. Dental care is very expensive for pets. Start brushing your pet's teeth on a daily basis to minimize dental care costs in the future. Keep your cat's environment stimulating and stress free to reduce the risk of urinary tract diseases.
Don't smoke around your pets. Secondhand smoke can exacerbate respiratory diseases and lead to nasal and lung cancers. As cats groom, they ingest the toxins from the smoke which can lead to oral cancers. Quit now and you'll save money on your veterinary bills. At the very least, consider not smoking around your pets.
Overweight pets have expensive orthopedic problems and higher risk of ailments such as diabetes and heart disease. Give the body what it needs, but not too much, and it can do amazing things to heal itself. By feeding your pet a high quality food and keeping him lean, you will drastically reduce veterinary bills.
Spay or neuter your pet
The costs of owning an intact pet are higher due to several factors that include an increased propensity to fight or escape, higher rates of ovarian, uterine, testicular or prostatic disease and the high cost of having and raising a litter of puppies or kittens. Most veterinarians spay and neuter pets at competitive rates, but if cost is still keeping you from having your pet spayed or neutered, contact Pet Helpers or The Charleston Animal Society. Thanks to local donors and grants, these organizations can spay or neuter your pet with minimum cost to you.
Keep parasites at bay
Fleas and ticks are not only nasty, but they carry diseases that can affect you and your pet. Use a veterinary approved flea, and if needed, tick, prevention year around on all dogs and cats to prevent costly diseases. If just one flea gets into your house, you will need to undergo an expensive regimen to get rid of all the progeny that little flea left behind. Heartworm disease is very expensive to treat in a dog and we cannot even treat cats if they become infected. So, keep all pets on a monthly heartworm prevention too.
Your vet can help you find the most inexpensive combination that will protect your pets. Veterinary staffs are used to doing cost comparisons and helping you get the prescriptions you need to keep costs down.
Don't over vaccinate your pet
Only have your pet vaccinated for the diseases to which he or she is likely to be exposed. This varies widely from pet to pet and must be discussed with your veterinarian every year. Avoid veterinarians who appear to offer "low cost vaccinations" but then vaccinate for everything under the sun. It may be true that one clinic's vaccinations are cheaper than another's, but if your pet doesn't even need some of those vaccinations, then you have not saved a dime by going the cheaper route.
Save money on medications
In today's world there are infinite suppliers of just about anything you need, and this includes pet medications. There are many reasons to consider buying your medications from your veterinarian: products have been stored correctly, experienced veterinary staff are familiar with doses and dosing, you are supporting a local business and prices are often competitive with online sites. That said, your veterinarian won't always be the cheapest place to get your pet's medications. As more pharmacies, both onsite and online, begin to carry pet-specific drugs, you can ask your veterinarian about getting a written prescription for medications so that you can shop around. This is especially important to consider if your pet is going to be on a medication for a long time. If you want to read more about your choices on this topic, refer to http://www.beesferry.com/Veterinary-Care-Tips-by-Dr.-Saenger/filling-your-pets-medication-prescriptions
Prepare for future expenses
Sometimes there is just no way around an expensive treatment or surgery for your pet. In these cases it is best to have prepared ahead of time. You can do this by establishing a little Health-Care Savings Account for your pet or by purchasing health insurance. Just setting aside $50 every month into your pet's savings account is probably more economical, as the money earns a little bit if interest if you don't use it. However, most of us don't have the discipline to put in money every month and then stay away from it. Insurance companies can help if you are one of these people. The catastrophic plans that only cover for major illness or injury are very affordable. If a more broad plan encourages you to provide more preventive care for your pet, then this may prove to save more money in the long run.
Find someone else to pay
If your pet has been diagnosed with a serious disease, do a quick search to see if there are any clinical trials going on that could help your pet. The website www.animalci.com/about coordinates this information into one place.
If your pet is having an expensive crisis right now and you just don't have the funds to pay for his care up front, find a veterinarian who accepts CareCredit or a similar payment plan. Companies like CareCredit (www.carecredit.com) extend credit for both human and pet health care costs with low monthly payments.
Be persistent, proactive and honest
Prevention truly is the best medicine, and it is the cheapest too.
If the economy is causing a drain on you, tell your veterinarian up front. If you are a good client and a friend of your veterinary hospital, your vet may give you a discount on some services. But, most importantly, veterinarians are experts at prioritizing medical care. They can help you pick and choose the best tests and treatments for your pet and your budget.
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We have already been utilizing this natural deodorant because we found out we had been allergic to corn. This functions really properly for us and we have been in humid Mississippi. To start with I combined up this combo because the coconut oil is anti-fungal (and I knew it was Completely corn-free of charge) as well as the arrowroot powder was for absorbing sweat as well as the baking soda was for neutralizing the acidity in the sweat.
I have not had a dilemma with this deodorant leaving marks on my apparel. The oil is basically absorbed into your skin. You could possibly attempt ready a tad right before receiving dressed for it to absorb, In the event your underarms come to feel oily. Just bear in mind... it doesn't acquire Significantly for it to work.
Okay! I made this past evening and utilised it today. I found that I desired Practically an additional tablespoon of coconut oil to receive it "creamy" (like in the picture) and not just a powder variety. Just preserve introducing a bit at a time right until it mixes proper. I applied Lavender (Young Living Oil) and it smells wonderful. It absolutely was 85 and humid listed here right now and my "pit" checks all day long have been excellent (no will need for reapplication). I utilized to use the "rock" and found that it gave me a "damp" amusing scent. Even though I was sweating right now--I however smelled great! Oh Satisfied (no smelly pit) Times!
BB... that 'is' kinda Odd. If It truly is stable by by itself, it really should unquestionably solidify when blended with the other ingredients. Have you ever tried setting it within the kitchen beside the jar of coconut oil, simply to make positive they're at precisely the same temperature?
I like it. DH will not be yet a change but he acquired his in bulk about two months ago so I can wait to convert him.
just found this website so planned to reply and EO query I browse. If you utilize Tea Tree oil it's got antibacterial Qualities so it is use to make use of. you shouldn't use perfume or fragrance oils about the skin.
Boy, I wouldn't know the answer to that a single, Luree. My recommendation might be to carry out some internet exploring to check out if you could find an alternative. Sorry I cannot be much more helpful.
If It truly is anything such as the one I get it will perform without a question, my partner swears by it even inside our Aussie Summer time engaged on the farm.
So these items ought to offer a pair a long time' value of deodorant. Check out using any crucial oil scent you prefer, but select this guy something which smells excellent combined with coconut—the coconut oil contributes scent, far too.
Thanks to the tutorial. I've utilized this recipe in advance of, but substituted cornstarch for your arrowroot. Also, I place the concluded deodorant in an aged deodorant tube. I placed a link to this tutorial on my Web page, I hope You do not brain!
Good day, my partner and I have tried out numerous keep acquired natural deodorants...Tom's, the liquid crystal, and so on. I never felt they worked incredibly well. So, we were now using aluminum no cost but just weren't a supporter of their anti-funk properties. Tom's essentially would drip if you ended up remotely wet beneath the arm. In any case, everything to claim that we're a fan of the recipe BUT we are acquiring that it is creating an oil stain on our shirts (and Sure, we have been only using a pea sizing sum).
BTW, it's awesome what tiny bit of that deodorant You should utilize and even now have it perform. Try slicing down more in your amount and see if that assists. Just enough to soak up into your skin is enough. You don't want to feel greasy.
It truly is just additional recognizable inside our pits mainly because they're "shut" more often than not along with the sweat will not get Considerably chance to evaporate. Since I don't sweat much, I'm most likely full of toxins (ha!), but you will find other methods the human body will get rid of them. :) So there you have my views that you just failed to even request. ;)
Arrowroot is a good selection, or not less than for me. Now, why coconut oil? Supposedly it's antimicrobial Qualities when it "mingles" with our natural and normal microbes We now have on our skin. I feel that's what helps prevent the "stink" issue. Additional virgin unrefined is chosen and is usually recommended for skin application. "Google" coconut oil and as soon as you read about the advantages, you may finish up working with it for every little thing, I know I am hooked. Lastly, coconut oil is stable at area temperature to about seventy six degrees File after which it melts. So you might want to retailer your deodorant during the fridge to keep is stable.
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We have already been utilizing this natural deodorant because we found out we had been allergic to corn. This functions really properly for us and we have been in humid Mississippi. To start with I combined up this combo because the coconut oil is anti-fungal (and I knew it was Completely corn-free of charge) as well as the arrowroot powder was for absorbing sweat as well as the baking soda was for neutralizing the acidity in the sweat.


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The Guardian ran this story, based on DfE statistics on 26 July 2013:
Under a scare headline asking "Are children becoming more violent" it took apart the Telegraph's selective reporting of the data which had focused on a very small subset of exclusions. I think the answer to the headline was "Probably not, on balance." So the piece's careful emphasis on paying good attention to the data was well done.
However, the piece included a paragraph which bothered me greatly because it didn't at all accord with my experience of working with schools and low income families on the problem of school exclusions.
I decided to take a look at the tables to which the article referred. They are here:
The two tables which refer to wealth (as far as I can see) are Tables 17 and 18. I'm pretty sure they show that wealth (or rather the lack of it) does significantly impact on exclusions. Here's why:
The only data table I think the wealth claim can be drawn from is Table 18. But Table 18 doesn't refer to the wealth of pupils. It is based on the deprivation level in the "super output area" in which the school is located. It tells you something, overall, about whether the school's intake is more or less likely to include children from low or high income families, but it doesn't tell you anything about the wealth of the excluded pupils themselves. It doesn't tell the whole story about the composition of the school intake, either, because super output areas are quite small, but school catchment areas (especially at secondary) can be very large.


text: It's not exactly a newsflash when I say that I'm easily side tracked. It's the dark side of being interested in a lot of stuff. When something new comes along, it's always more interesting than the same old thing. One of my guidelines that I am following i s to complete a project before going on to another one. That doesn't mean that I can't have more than one thing happening because even I can't crochet non-stop. In this instance I'm talking about the home redecorating project. While I have made great strides in the dining room, building a farmhouse style table, repainting the china cabinet and framing some art, I'm only about 70% done. One of the things about having a plan, it's okay to deviate from it, a long as there is a good reason. A couple of months back, I bought a king size head board and foot board. I was concerned that it would be a ...Read More »


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|The Sydney Newspaper The Sunday Telegraph 8th April
Sundays paper featured their cover story with the front page title of 'It's Official - Women driver's are best".A very emotive topic about pitting male and female drivers against each other.
It's a debate we try and not get involved with, however in out defensive driving courses we often have many a "lady drivers jokes surface!
The point we try and make in our courses is that all drivers need to be be careful on the roads, take less risks and be better at risk management.
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The trees are coming into leaf
Like something almost being said;
The recent buds relax and spread,
Their greenness is a kind of grief.
Is it they are born again
And we grow old? No, they die too.
Their yearly trick of looking new
Is written down in rings of grain.
Yet still the unresting castles thresh
In fullgrown thickness every May.
Last year is dead, they seem to say,
Begin afresh, afresh, afresh.
– Philip Larkin
Spring Carol
When loud by landside streamlets gush,
And clear in the greenwood quires the thrush,
With sun on the meadows
And songs in the shadows
Comes again to me
The gift of the tongues of the lea,
The gift of the tongues of meadows….
So when the earth is alive with gods,
And the lusty ploughman breaks the sod,
And the grass sings in the meadows,
And the flowers smile in the shadows,
Sits my heart at ease,
Hearing the song of the leas,
Singing the songs of the meadows.
Robert Louis Stevenson (1918)
"May the stars carry your sadness away,
May the flowers fill your heart with beauty,
May hope forever wipe away your tears,
And, above all, may silence make you strong."


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Dear Kids,
I tried something yesterday that I'd wanted to try for awhile now (since I'd seen it on Pinterest last winter): shaving cream balloons!
The dollar bins at Target provided the motivation: a cheap bag of water balloons. Score.
The first balloon shot off the shaving cream nozzle like a mini green rocket. The second one didn't inflate more than a table spoon. The third time I figured out you have to push the whole neck of the balloon on to the nozzle so the cream can shoot straight into the wide part of the balloon and expand. We're in business!
I made about 8 of them off my very used can of shaving cream, but even the underfilled ones did not disappoint. They did not pop when we threw them at each other (which is just as well since you kids always aim for the head), but they made a very satisfing pop/plop sound when they bounced off us and burst on the grass. We were left with a blob of shaving cream on the lawn:
…and then the fun began…
The bonus? It'll wash of in the next rain, it won't hurry the grass, and the dog wouldn't go near it. Parenting win!


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love the attachment therapist that we saw w/Corry.
It has been 10 years since we first saw her. The lady is truly one of the best in my opinion she was so helpful and supportive during our times of extreme issues with Cor. Even when Cor wasn't living at home and her patient. She was always a phone call away.
One evening during a very particularly hard time after our disruption she called me. She had mysteriously heard from someone (aka my therapist at the time) that I wasn't doing well and could probably use a call from her. We talked for a very long time that night. Very.Long.Time. She shared w/me things about her own family that I didn't know. Many that I did. Many that I didn't. She shared that she also, lived this heartache many years before and she knew what that heartache felt like.
We've never lost touch. We are FB friends. Even though she doesn't really do anything on FB. When I send pictures or updates via email about our family, she is always on that list.
From time to time I consulted w/her regarding Ms. N. Ms. N's mother mentioned she didn't feel that she needed to see a therapist. We felt that if anything we needed to see her for added support and ideas during this proccess.
I'm so incredible greatful that we have. Today was maybe one of our last appts with Marilyn. We did not take Ms. N. Truth betold - we need every.single.break we can get from her because she has been so Passively Defiant and RAD filled behaviors.
Her perspective on why the behaviors have been what they are was so awesome. So meaningful. SOOOOOO helpful to my heart. Even though we can't change the situation what she told us today from the things that Ms. N's been doing at our home and at school was validating.
Validating to the point of almost tears. As I drove and drove and drove for work today. I thought about the words that she said. Thoughta bout the things that this wonderful lady whom I respect so much....what they meant.
I am not going to share them right now. Maybe after Ms. N' goes back home to her moms. As I mentioned in a previous post, this blog is not private and so RIGHT NOW those things I'll keep to myself. Think about and pray about. And in the end...hope that everything works out FOR Ms. N....
If you want to know what it was - email me and I will tell you.
And what I will also say that she pointed otu some very distinct things in my own thoughts/character/feelings/ect ect....
The grieving proccess is LONG and hard. It has been a long road since Cor left....some days better than others. Many days better than others. So much more to say. So few tears left to shed. So for now...I'll end with....
If you haven't read my previous post "Be Still My Soul" please do.


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Carpet Cleaning Equipment Basic Guide
Choosing the right carpet cleaning equipment for your carpet cleaning is an important task to do especially if you have a fully carpeted house. Carpet traps a lot of dust and small debris. It is also damaged by food spills and stains. Thus, maintaining and cleaning the carpet is not an easy job. In fact, a lot of housewives hate cleaning and vacuuming their carpets. If you have small children and pets in your house, cleaning the carpet may be a daily task or at least a weekly task you should not procrastinate. This tedious task will be easier provided that you choose the right equipment to use.
There are a lot of carpet cleaning equipment, tools and cleaning accessories that you can use for your carpets. Sometimes vacuum cleaners like backpack vacuum and vacuum accesories such as Miele vacuum bags are not enough to eliminate all the dirt and stain in your carpet. This is why some people prefer to call cleaning services that use professional carpet cleaning equipment. Since this business deals with a lot of customers with different carpet cleaning needs, they use big machines that are classified under commercial carpet cleaning equipment. Obviously, if you want to do your carpet cleaning on your own, you don't have to buy these big machines. Carpet cleaning equipment are a bit expensive that some savvy users go to thrift stores and recycle shop to find used carpet cleaning equipment. You may want to try this option if you are in a tight budget. Also, some online shops offer carpet cleaning package deals that contains a carpet cleaning equipment, some extra tools and the necessary cleaning supplies you need.
For a typical home, a basic carpet cleaning package is enough to make your carpet clean. What this package includes? The basic carpet cleaning equipment you will need is as follows;
1. Carpet Steam Machines
- these has several names and also know as carpet cleaners, carpet steam cleaners or the most common name is carpet extractors
2. Carpet Blower Dryers
- These are dryers use to dry out your carpet after you shampoo and deep clean it with the extractors
3. Carpet Chemical/ Cleaning Solution
- These are chemicals that will remove all the stains in your carpets
These items are the basic stuff you need to clean your carpet. The important aspect is having a good carpet extractor. The above mentioned carpet cleaning equipment and supplies are further classified into different types. There are various models of carpet extractors available in the market. You can also choose from a wide selection of blowers depending on its power to speedy dry your carpets. This post will not dig deeper on this matter as the next post will tackle more about carpet cleaning equipment in detailed manner.
In summary, in order to clean your carpet without damaging its sensitive fibers, you should choose the appropriate carpet cleaning equipment. Know your carpet nature and start to scout for the perfect machine that will do the job.


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Why has my blog been so quiet these past two days? Because I've been out of the house for most of that time! I spent Thursday out and about with friends who were down from the Phoenix area, culminating in an absolutely amazing experience seeing Le Serpent Rouge.
If you'll remember, last month I drove up to Mesa to see Bellydance Super Stars, which was an amazing star-packed production. As much as I loved that show, Le Serpent Rouge was even more fun. It was a more intimate experience -- not only were we close enough to really enjoy the details of the dance and the costume, but afterwards, the performers were hanging out in the theater and we were able to meet them, thank them, and get photos, signatures, and even some hugs! Because Le Serpent Rouge is a vaudeville-themed show, it was also less serious. There were a lot of jokes, light-hearted numbers, and fun times.
But most importantly, ohmigoodness the dancing was amazing! Rachel Brice was my first belly dance idol and remains one of my favorites, so to not only see her dancing live, but to be so close that I can see every isolation, and every detail of her intricate costuming, was amazing. Likewise for Zoe Jakes and Mardi Love, who are more recent idols. The Indigo and its individual dancers sometimes get accused of going too far afield in their tribal fusion, to the point where some consider them to no longer be true belly dancers, but their belly dance roots were still very much apparent in this show. There was also a touch of burlesque -- nothing naughty, but the stylings and the HUGE ostrich plume fans gave it a bit of old-time sensuality.
The music was a mix of live numbers by The Crow Quill Night Owls and the Gallus Brothers, and pre-recorded tracks. The live music was ol-timey bluegrass and other related genres that I don't know the names of -- clearly I'm not a music expert ;) If you enjoyed the soundtrack of O Brother Where Art Thou? then you'd love both bands. The Gallus Brothers also blended a bit of acrobatic antics and juggling with their music, in keeping with the vaudeville style of the show.
The event was held at Solar Culture, a gallery full of art which I never would have visited if not for the show (I hate driving downtown so I never go anyplace cool). There was even a mosaic bathroom with a beautiful mirrored sun design in the tub *sigh* which prompted all of us to wonder why WE didn't have mosaic bathrooms.
All in all, it was an amazing night, and I hope the pictures of my friends and I with Zoe Jakes and Rachel Brice turn out, because I know the internet motto is "pics or it didn't happen" but I am telling you, these ladies were super nice about posing for pictures and hugging their fans! Really warm and welcoming dancers, and I am still floating on cloud 9 about meeting them and not saying anything dumb.
If you enjoy reading about my belly dance adventures and would like to support my endeavors, please take a moment to visit my shop Handmade Jewelry by Erthe Fae Designs.
The official blog for Erthe Fae Designs! Jewelry, beads, and a glimpse into the mind of a creative spirit.
Friday, November 19, 2010
Labels: awesomeness, dancing, hero worship, le serpent rouge, the indigo, tucson
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Glad you had a splendid time! Le Serpent Rouge sounds like an amazing show, it is too bad it doesn't appear to be touring to this side of the country. :(ReplyDelete
This is just their West Coast tour... hopefully they'll make it our your way the next time they're touring the East Coast! I definitely recommend the show, there's a lot to enjoy even for people who don't geek out on belly dance :)ReplyDelete
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Happy holidays and 2015 in review
Hello ladies and gentlemen. Welcome to the Casa!
Merry Christmas! Happy Hanukkah! Happy Kwanzaa! Merry Festivus! And for the other holidays I may be missing, Happy and Merry to you all! This of course means that another calendar year is coming to a close. This year has been a mixed bag of good and bad. As one of my 2016 New Year's resolutions, I'm going to focus on the positive aspects. This past year, I've had stories appear in two anthologies, Forgotten Places and Dimensional Abscesses. Until recently, you could only find the latter in eBook format, but I'm proud to say that a paperback format has just been released on Amazon. The links to this, as well as my other works, will be at the end of this post.
Another venture that I've started this past year was recording audio books for other authors. I have two so far, and have plans for more in the coming year. I'm hoping to make this a regular thing, for both other authors and my own work. As everything comes out, I'll be sure to let you know so you can check them out and spread the word.
This past year also saw me become a regular contributor to the Horror Addicts podcast with Nightmare Fuel. I offer stories and lore based on real events, cryptids, and some other scary fare. It has been a welcomed addition to the podcast and the blog, and I look forward to bring more legends and lore to your eyes and ears.
Speaking of spreading the word, please feel free to check out, leave a review, and share with as many others as possible. I'm hoping to make next year a bigger year, and, with your help, I'm hoping it will. Until next year…
D.J. Pitsiladis
Dimensional Abscesses — Book and eBook formats
Forgotten Places — Book and eBook formats
Fresh Blood — Book and eBook formats
Tasteful Murders — eBook format
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Once the Best — Audiobook format
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Members of the public are once more warned not to ever pay for government or municipal jobs.
It has once more come to the attention of the municipality that there are people who are conning job seekers to make payments to get employment from the municipality. The Ray Nkonyeni Municipality as a government entity and probably even the private sector do not require job seekers to pay in order to be employed.
Through the Anti-fraud and Corruption Hotline, it has come to our attention that there may be a syndicate which is coordinated or led by a bogus Mr Bonga Mathebula and Dave who are claiming to be employed by the municipality. Ray Nkonyeni Municipality wants to categorically state that there are no such employees and they are con employees who are hell bent to rip off those who are in desperate need for being employed. Members of the public or community members are requested to never pay or offer to pay someone for them to be employed whether by the municipality or anywhere.
Despite previous and numerous warnings in this regard, it seems people are still tempted to be conned by these ruthless people. It should be noted that the municipality has a clear policy or procedure in employing people, the posts are openly advertised, and then shortlisted applicants are invited to undergo the same process of being assessed for the suitability for that post. There also be no way that a person who has not been employed yet can be required to pay for training or uniform, in actual fact, employees do not pay for employment training and uniform.
Government or municipal jobs are not for sale and therefore if someone demands some payment from you to be employed, you must report that person to the nearest police station or call our Anti-Fraud and Corruption Hotline 0801 111 660 or the Presidential Hotline 17737.


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We have our tickets for the movie, Star Wars: The Force Awakens. I remember standing in a line that went around the block for the first Star Wars movie way back when.
I'm glad we're able to get tickets ahead of time and eliminate lines now days.
I found this site: http://www.digitalspy.com/movies/star-wars/feature/a567720/everything-you-need-to-know-about-star-wars-the-force-awakens-including-trailers-cast-release-date-and-spoilers/
Here is some info from that site:
"Four new things of note:-
- That's the 'Imperial March' soundtrack cue – could Darth Vader wind up being a bigger presence than we thought?
- The electrified red sky above the First Order army… is the Starkiller Base weapon about to fire?
- Andy Serkis's Supreme Leader Snoke is heard giving orders to Kylo Ren. A Master and Apprentice?
- Han definitely shoots first
"Rey, Finn and BB-8 run for their lives after coming under attack from a TIE fighter on the desert planes of Jakku.
"Where this fits into the film it's hard to say, but judging from the previous trailers it looks like it'll be just before the trio leap onto the Millennium Falcon and meet Han Solo."


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Need Your Short, Awesome Lines
There's a scene in Dead Poet's Society (cover your ears bardfilm) where Robin Williams gives each student a card with a snippet of poetry on it while they're standing in a line outside. They're supposed to shout the line, then kick a soccer ball.
Later this week I'm going to do some Shakespeare with seven year olds, and I was thinking about doing some material with them. But since I won't have nearly the time to explain significant scenes, I thought I could do more "lines from a hat" where any student who's willing would draw a famous quote and have to stand up and deliver it to the class.
As such, I need variety. I'm looking for lines that are short and simple enough that a 7yr old could read it, but have also got a little something behind them so they'll sound cool when projected across the room. You know, the kind of stuff that gives us all spine tingles when we hear it.
If I get enough material I'll bring along the longer version of each quote (for context) and depending on how much they get into it we can do longer passages. So I'm focusing at first on something short and punchy that even the most shy student could still recite.
So far on my list I've got:
"O for a muse of fire that would ascend the greatest heaven of invention!"
"Two households, both alike in dignity, in fair Verona where we lay our scene."
"When shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning or in rain?"
"If we shadows have offended, think but this and all is mended, that you have but slumbered here."
"Friends, Romans, countrymen, lend me your ears! I come to bury Caesar, not to praise him."
"Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more!"
"Alas, poor Yorick! I knew him, Horatio."
I'm avoiding the easy "To be or not to be" both because it's too cliche, but also because they won't have the capacity to understand the deeper meaning behind it.
What else have you got for me? We may not even get to do this project, but I feel like I missed an opportunity recently with my fourth graders and I want to have some sort of performance/recitation project in my back pocket (literally!) in case I can swing the crowd that way.


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1) Had I not been waiting for fish to cook, we probably would have been in the store at the time the crime went down.
2) Had we been in the store, we would probably be in the fresh produce section.
3) I spent my recovered money at Ralphs... was this a warning??


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Histology is the microscopic inspection of plant or animal tissue. It is a critical component in diagnostic medicine and a tool for studying the pathogenesis and biology of processes such as cancer and embryogenesis. Tissue processing for histology has become increasingly automated, drastically increasing the speed at which histology labs can produce tissue slides for viewing. Another trend is the digitization of these slides, allowing them to be viewed on a computer rather than through a microscope. Despite these changes, much of the routine analysis of tissue sections remains a painstaking, manual task that can only be completed by highly trained pathologists at a high cost per hour. There is, therefore, a niche for image analysis methods that can automate some aspects of this analysis. These methods could also automate tasks that are prohibitively time-consuming for humans, e.g., discovering new disease markers from hundreds of whole-slide images (WSIs) or precisely quantifying tissues within a tumor.
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Rating System
I struggled with the star system for awhile but just was never comfortable with it. Instead I've changed my rating system to reflect what I'd say if you asked me what I thought of the book as soon as I finished it!
DNF - Didn't Finish.
Not for Me - I kept hoping it would improve or engage me but it never did
It's Okay - There were glimmers of good or there was a character or subplot that I enjoyed but unfortunately the negatives outweighed the positives.
Liked It - This is a book where the negatives and positives were about equal. I didn't dislike it but it's not one that I will be rereading anytime soon.
Very Good - Really good! I thoroughly enjoyed reading this one and couldn't wait to get back to if it I had to put it down.
Loved It - I loved this book! It has a home on my keeper shelf and most likely at least 1 friend or relative will be receiving this a gift!


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Ether Feels (エーテルフィールズ) is a shoegaze trio from Osaka, Japan. I know almost nothing about them. They've been around since at least 2010, when they released a self-titled album. Since then, they released a mini-album Raindrop Sparkle in 2011. Two of the songs from that release were later re-worked for the 2012 EP Red Dress Girl. Red Dress Girl also contained a different version of today's song. In fact, the 2014 EP Twilight Dream features one song from each of the previous releases. Reworked for 2014. According to the band's website, they have some all-new material that they hope to release this spring or summer.
I found out about this band through an email about a shoegaze compilation album that was just released. Wales-based Ear to Ear Records and the Indonesian label Gerpfast Kolektif co-curated a compilation album called Revolution: The Shoegaze Revival, which features 30 up-and-coming shoegaze bands from 16 countries all over the world. To be fair, though, there are five from Indonesia, four from Italy, and three each from Japan and Hong Kong.
I downloaded the compilation yesterday, and while there are five bands who were already familiar to me, there's lots and lots of stuff for me to explore. I haven't explored all of it yet, but I really like this one.
"Morning Star" by Ether Feels
The earlier version of the song has a bit more washed out sound to it, and the high end stuff is also much higher. I'm glad they polished out the high end, but I wish they had left the very MBV-esque wash in there. Regardless, it's a great song.
It's poppy and warm and spring-like. And while all of the guitar stuff is great, it's really all about the vocals for me. A lot of their songs have a mixture of Japanese and English lyrics. This song happens to be entirely in English, but it's not the actual words that I care about. I love the coed vocal harmonies. The way guitarist/vocalist/principal songwriter Tomo and bassist/vocalist Yoko harmonize makes this song the highlight of the EP, and one of the brightest stars on the comp. There's something about the tone of the guitar and those smashing vocal harmonies that remind me of the first wave of East Coast USA shoegaze in the early-to-mid 1990s. All the stuff on Interstate 95 between DC and Boston. Yeah. That stuff.
You can download the 30-song compilation by naming your own price at the Ear to Ear bandcamp page here. You can also get the Twilight Dreams EP from the Ether Feels bandcamp page here.


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various mask bugs
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I have 23 images in the list which I am aligning with hugin. I made a mask on the first image, and set it to "exclude region from all images of this lens".
I made CPs, and they were excluded from the mask (thanks for the recent fix).
Then I stitched (generating remapped images, no exposure correction, low DR), but I forgot the mask was there, and so the region was not present in the images -- this seems correct (not a bug).
So I changed the mask type to "include region" and ran the stitcher again.
The first image was normal: the whole image was generated. The other 22 images, however, lacked the region, as if they all had the same mask but it said "exclude". I'm not sure if this is a bug, but it surprised me: with just one mask, on one image, set to "include", it excluded that region from all the other images. Maybe it's normal -- just reporting it in case.
Second issue:
So I removed the mask entirely -- now there were no masks at all on any image. I ran the stitcher again, and the result is obviously a bug: many images with strange, random masks, as if the masking data is corrupted. A few examples are attached. I note that between running the stitches I was recalculating the geometric optimizations.
This is with hugin via the nightlies ppa, commit b55e2c48db83, on Kubuntu 16.10.
System info:
Operating System: Linux 4.8.0-46-generic x86_64
Architecture: 64 bit
Free memory: 2167732 kiB
Version: 2016.3.
Path to resources: /usr/share/
Path to data: /usr/share/
Hugins camera and lens database: /home/casey/
Multi-threading using C++11 std::thread and OpenMP
wxWidgets: wxWidgets 3.0.2
wxWidgets Library (wxGTK port)
Version 3.0.2 (Unicode: wchar_t, debug level: 1),
Runtime version of toolkit used is 2.24.
Compile-time GTK+ version is 2.24.30.
libpano13: 2.9.19
Boost: 1.61.0
Exiv2: 0.25
SQLite3: 3.14.1
Vigra: 1.11.0
LittleCMS2: 2.7
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First issue: This is the way how include masks work in stitching. With an include mask you want to force to include the area from one image. To achieve this this area is removed from all other images.
Second issue: Just looking at the further processed images does not help. Please provide the pto file which shows the issue. But I assume it is not an issue with mask, it is probably related to the translations parameters. see FAQ http://
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Ok - thanks, as usual, for the helpful reply. I will make sure to save a pto next time and try to make something replicable. I just assumed it was a transient error so it didn't seem like a pto would be helpful. I'll know better next time.
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Troper discovering the page for the first time wondering how they missed it, and asking a question which has been answered before.
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this honestly confuses me... :( i didnt get it till i followed the exaples. am i dumb or coud there be i dunno, a non-example explanation somewhere? idk
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Concerned troper asking to split a very large portion of the page.
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Where Brazil's best cooks come from
Someone said "gun!" while we were shooting a scene in a crowded cafe in Minas Gerais, Brazil, and the next thing I knew my director, Mo Fallon, had dropped his camera, dragged me to the floor and covered me with ...
Kale in gumbo? Disney pulls recipe after fans stew
The gumbo recipe cooked up by Disney was supposed to be fit for a princess.
Nutritionists offer five tips for building better lunches
To help families stay healthy and to keep kids fueled during the busy summer season, Giant Food of Landover, Maryland is offering tips to build better school lunches in the fall.
A go-to dessert for special occasions
Decadent desserts make the perfect capper to great meals.
Nutrition and flavor packed into one simple dish
Chickpeas are loaded with protein and fiber, making them a healthy addition to just about anyone's diet.
More Patti LaBelle pies coming to Walmart
Patti LaBelle is making an encore.
Enjoy summer with homemade sorbet
Dessert and summer are a match made in heaven.
Add fresh flavor to grilled chicken
Backyard barbecues provide the perfect opportunity for grillmasters to experiment with their favorite foods.
Energizing breakfasts for weekday mornings
Greens for breakfast might sound unconventional, but starting the day with vegetables is a fantastic way to check off some of the daily requirements for vitamins and minerals, plus get the energy needed to stay full and focused all morning.
McDonald's to nix artificial preservatives from McNuggets
McDonald's believes it can make happier meals for its customers by removing certain ingredients from its McNuggets and hamburger buns.
ShopRite to host Barbecue Cook Off in Parkville, Howard Park
For the grill master of the neighborhood who boasts that their barbecue is always the summer's main event, Klein's ShopRite of Baltimore is hosting its first Barbecue Ribs Cook Off.
Smart tips for kids eat right month
Nutrition is important for everyone, but especially for children, as it is directly linked to all aspects of their growth and development.
More benefits to a high-fat Mediterranean diet, new study says
Are you avoiding fats in your daily diet? It may be time to stop -- that is, if your daily diet is Mediterranean.
Tips for grilling the perfect burger
Hamburgers are a staple at backyard barbecues. Though burgers are a relatively simple food, mastering the technique to grill burgers is no small feat, as there is more to great grilled burgers than simply firing up the grill and dropping ...
Tips for safe home grilling
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As promised and planned, this is our announcement of changes that have been made within the site.
This time we are happy to announce several new videos within the Climate Change category, one of which is on the opposing view point! Two more videos have also been added to the Peak Oil category, one of which was initially aired in 1977!
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Sunday, January 27, 2013
this is random...
The pansies in my last post are at the office where I work. Doc has landscapers that keep things looking nice year round. Pansies thrive here in the winter since we have such mild weather. I love their rich colors.
Hubby got two of the things we bought at Ikea assembled Sat. So, now I have cabinets in my new laundry room! Woohoo!
I made two more burp cloths for a baby shower gift. I planned to make another nursing cover up, but my sewing machine started acting up. It wouldn't stay threaded, the bobbin kept bouncing up, the... Well, anyway, I got so frustrated, I just had to leave it alone. Have you ever been tempted to throw yours out the door?? So, I went to Wal Mart and bought one... a cover up, I mean. Later, when I had cooled off, I replaced the needle, re-threaded it, re-loaded the bobbin...and wonder of wonders, it started sewing beautifully! Go figure!
I've been trying to decide what to do with some of the pieces of furniture we had before our remodel. We gave the piano to our daughter, gonna sell our old dining room table and chairs, and have decided to re-purpose some of the other things. If they turn out, I'll share the process. Of not, you'll probably never see them...ha!ha!
Today, our pastor was talking about the the consistency of the bible....the fact that it never contradicts itself. He said if we ever find a verse that seems to to that, that means we just need to study harder, dig deeper and discover what it is really saying. I thought that was a good word.
Around here, we have an expression "he or she talks out of both sides of his or her mouth". In other words, they talk one way but act another. They are a walking, talking contradiction! I hope and pray that I will never be guilty of that. I want to be trustworthy and consistent. God expects no less.
Hope your Monday is a happy beginning to a blessed week!
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Speaking of random, I think that's how my week will be. I agree with you about not wanting to be a contradiction. May your week be filled seeing God's blessings...ReplyDelete
I love pansies ... they are so bright and colorful and will survive longer than any other flowers here in Illinois.ReplyDelete
I pray, too, that I will be consistent in word and in deed.
about the frustration with the sewing machine, i don't have one, but that happens to me with my desk top or laptop... it will be working fine, start doing it's aliens have arrived thing, i will fight it until i threaten to throw it in the deep end of the pool. walk away and when i go back, i try what i tried before and it will work. i think the aliens went back home.ReplyDelete
i have planted pansies in the fall, that have retured and bloomed beautifully in spring!! it just amazes me!!ReplyDelete
I think we'll be seeing the re-purposed furniture:) Have a great week!ReplyDelete
Hi Debbie! Your comment about hand me ups was cleverly written. LOLReplyDelete
You have many great qualities. Thanks for tell us about your goals and hopes. Nice.
I just got a new machine! And I love pansies here in GA they grow all winter. I like your random.ReplyDelete
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Rehoboth Animal Advocates Breakfast
A breakfast in celebration of National Feral Cat Day is planned by the Rehoboth Animal Advocates for October 14th from 8 to 11:00am. It will be held at the Gladys L. Hurrell Senior Center, 55 Bay State Rd.
The menu consists of:
Home Fries
Breakfast Pastry
Coffee and Tea
Orange Juice
Fresh Fruit, Honey Dew, and Cantaloupe
Chefs Chico and Matt will be making Omelets to order; Onions, Peppers, Mushrooms, Tomatoes, Spinach, Cheddar Cheese, and American Cheese.
Donation is Adult $10.00, Children 12 and under $5.00.
For tickets and more information call Karen (774) 991-1942. Can also obtain tickets on the brown paper ticket system.
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If we spend time in prayer in a poor and careless manner, we are robbing time of God- St Francis DeSales
This has surely been me on too many occasions. The Lord is helping me but He does not want me to forget how poorly I manage without His constant help. I picture myself as a child on a bike from which the training wheels have been prematurely removed. If the adult guiding the bike lets go, I crash in seconds.
When I write about prayer and I am critical, it is not intended as pointing at anyone other than me. What I share is most certainly a current or past struggle that I discuss in the hope it might be helpful to someone else.
I mention the Rosary, Adoration and Mass so often not to boast but to invite more of you to take advantage of these spiritual treasures. I squandered many years away from The Lord, dining on the empty pods the swine rejected, that I can never demonstrate the love and devotion adequate to repay His kindness and mercy toward me.
I also know the surpassing value of these devotions and so I want everyone to avail themselves of them.
An 8.0 magnitude earthquake just struck Chile. There are still many people missing in the recent mudslides that struck in Washington state. This has been one of the harshest winters in recent memory. I believe if these are not signs that The End is closer than we think, they are, at the very least, a wake-up call. A price must be paid for a world that aborts its most vulnerable, engages in unjust war and wanton destruction of life and embraces abomination as the New Normal.
The sacraments and prayer are our lifeboats. Use them for all they're worth.


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Competence-based teacher training program is personalized based on student's self-assessment of competence and personal study plan (PSP).
The self-assessment of competence and all the study modules are linked to the competence(s) of vocational teacher.
1. You will complete first self-assessment in the beginning of the studies. You will receive a link via email. Your answers are the basis of our work in the first study module.
2. The second self-assessment takes place around the turn of the year. Again, you will receive a link from us.
3. The third self-assessment happens in the end of your studies. Once you apply for your teacher studies diploma you will have to complete your final self -assessment.
School of Vocational Teacher Education collects the data for research purposes and your permission to use this data will be discussed in the contact days in Oulu.


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I do not know why so many things seem to come together at once.
Like five birthdays in the same week,
Or three phone calls in a row,
when the line had been dead for an hour.
I do not know why "when it rains it pours."
Like why couldn't it just drizzle,
or mist even?
I do not know why things fall apart
and humans break so easily,
Like tinkling glass on tiles.
I do not know why I like bird whistles,
but tell you to shut up in the shower.
Like your voice is worthless without wings.
I do not know why your path and my path
are traveling in the same direction,
as constant and inherent as
the salmon swims upstream.
Monday, November 29, 2010
home is wherever with you.
Labels: being humans, cardiovascular muscle, catching foxes
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Essays Tagged: "Green chemistry"
Alternate Catalysts for Organic Reactions and Synthesis
te Catalysts for Organic Reactions and SynthesisIntroductionThe study is based on the principles of green chemistry that can be considered as the main notions regarding the importance of the responsib ... nd compositions of different organic systems. Due to the two fold importance of these components of green chemistry, it is vital to take into consideration the factors that are related to the said iss ...
Subjects: Science Essays > Chemistry
Preparation and Distillation of Cyclohexane
PAGE � �PAGE �5� Preparation and Distillation of CyclohexaneIntroductionGreen chemistry techniques use some or all of the twelve basic principles that are recognized by the ... project, phosphoric acid (H3PO4) is used as a catalyst to produce cyclohexene rather than the less green alternative - sulfuric acid (H2SO4) (2). Cyclohexene occurs in coal tar and is prepared in the ...
Subjects: Science Essays > Chemistry
The overall purpose of Green Chemistry is to reduce pollution, with normal chemistry you mix your chemicals together to mak ... icals together to make your product, which can be potentially hazards or the waste can be, but with green chemistry if you ever have to deal with those hazards you need to manage exposures to the, in ... en chem, a hazard is the first point of interest when analyzing your problem. You may have heard of green chemistry in another term "sustainable chemistry". With all this, green chem is there to make ...
Subjects: Science Essays > Chemistry
Vekst og utvikling hos planter
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First, learn the differences between electric and acoustic guitars. The biggest difference is that the electric guitar needs to be attached to an amplifier in order to be heard clearly and loudly. On the other hand, acoustic guitars are heard loudly enough without using an amplifier. Acoustic guitars produce their own sound because they have sound holes, but electric guitars do not have a sound hole. Because of the lack of a sound hole, electric guitars can be heard by the person playing the guitar but not by others further away.
There are certain electric guitars which contain little sound holes, which make it possible to play them with or without the amplifier at an audible sound level, which are called semi-hollow body guitars.
Next, we shall discuss the determinants of which guitar to choose. Depending on the music you like, you might want to choose one over the other. Choosing the wrong guitar for the kind of music you wish to play could lead to frustration and an urge to just give up on it.
So for example, if you enjoy listening to harder rock, like metal, alternative, modern, scream, then investing in a regular electric guitar with an amplifier would be a good decision. On the other hand, if you like rock music which can be either played acoustically and electrically, or if the songs you listen to take advantage of both acoustic and electric guitar tricks, then you would be better off getting a semi-hollow body guitar. Then again, if you're more into country, then you would be much happier with an acoustic guitar.
The next logical question to ask yourself would be, what type of music would I like to play? Well, as before, it depends on what you want to play, for example, if you're a hardcore rock fan, but you've always wanted to learn to play mellower, relaxing acoustic songs, then get an acoustic guitar. Although, if you're a huge fan of lighter rock music or country, but you've always wanted to play hardcore rock and metal songs, the investing in an electric guitar or a semi-hollow body guitar would be the best choice you could make.
Next, how high of a skill level are you trying to attain when it comes to playing guitar songs. If you wish to play the guitar leisurely and don't really care if you don't master the guitar, then you should get an electric guitar. If you are really serious about becoming a guitar pro, then start with an acoustic because it is a more accurate way of learning how to play guitar for beginners. The transition from an acoustic to an electric guitar is easy based on the fact that electric guitars have thinner strings than acoustic guitars which makes is slightly easier to hold down.
Lastly, the guitar program you choose will also have a big impact on which guitar you should get. Some guitar programs teach based on the electric guitar lessons and some teach based on the acoustic guitar lessons. Most "how to learn to play guitar for beginners" programs show you how to use both but you don't want to get stuck with the wrong program.
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That need to be considered when remodel a kitchen flooring
The kitchen floor can make a big difference in the look of the kitchen when it is in the condition of the floor was clean. So it is important to be a good remodel the kitchen flooring.
The kitchen floor can make a big difference in the look of the kitchen. Even if your kitchen table looks messy, if you have a beautiful floor, visitors to your kitchen uncomfortable though will not see the mess on your kitchen table. In other words, the floor can significantly change the appearance of the kitchen when it is in the condition of the floor was clean. So it is important to have a better floor in your kitchen rather than the old linoleum or wood floors with grout connections all over it.
Installing new vinyl flooring over the old floor is not a good solution because the old floor will soon begin to show through the vinyl flooring if open contact friction or scratches. What you can do is to have a new sub-floor and put it on the floor for long. This will give the impression that the old floor was removed. However, the problem is that wood floors can mold itself according to the deficiency of the previous floor.
The first time carried out to install a new floor was empty all the kitchen items that are not fixed to the floor while remodel the kitchen floor. Kitchen appliances oven, stick to the kitchen floor to avoid tipping. When the floor of kitchen was being remodeled, the kitchen is empty will speed up the installation process and make the task easier.
If you have an old vinyl floor that must be removed, there is no need to worry, because the sophisticated machines available to do the work for you. If no point, you must manually release. Once the plant has been cleared of old vinyl and rubber, to prepare the ground will be relatively easy. Another thing to consider before cutting wood on the walls and cabinets is to ensure that the size of the adjustment cuts.
After the floor kitchen has been installed, you must sweep and clean the floor for the rest of the waste does not stick to the glue. The reason is that the presence of dirt on the floor impedes the sealing process. In addition, the adhesive must be evenly distributed on the floor is being renovated. A uniform layer of glue to make sure the soil is not subject to the valleys and peaks.
Finally, make sure that the glue does not wet before moving furniture or other bulky items such as kitchen cabinets. If the glue does not dry before moving heavy objects, your efforts will be totally lost. To design the array, you can also find more information about kitchen design U this site.
The advantage of using an integrated dishwasher model
An integrated dishwasher is a home appliances that meet the standards in most of today's modern kitchen. This has proved to be a better choice overall model portable dishwasher or self last year. Many of the latest models have hidden controls and stainless steel finish, fitting right in the cabinet room and mixing well with your kitchen decor. Integrated dishwasher will connect directly to the water supply, so the water pressure is better to get more precise and clean dishes. Rinsing dishes by hand before putting them in the dishwasher becomes a thing of the past with a food disposal system, multiple wash and rinse modes to choose from, and efficient use of washing detergent.
If you are in the market for the use of units integrated dishwasher, consider the cost of electricity bills and household needs before buying. A family of 2-4 persons inhabited easily be accommodated by smaller units. Many of these units are smaller contains the same features as their larger counterparts, and the price is usually much lower than the larger models. Today integrated dishwasher in the efficient use of energy and water, and they are designed to run smoothly and quietly. Therefore, they can be used at night without disturbing your sleep, and you can save on electrical energy by using it this way.
Some of the best dishwashers on the market are made by well known manufacturers. Dishwashers are equipped with multiple wash and rinse programs for a variety of dishes, and setting the right will be determined by the number of dishes you put into the machine and the type of cuisine you want to clean. Beautifully finished stainless steel and unique design to fit in your kitchen cabinets, as well as A energy rating makes this the ultimate choice for the modern kitchen. Whether you choose a full size or a slim line dishwasher will depend on how much money you have and the dimensions of space and the size of your kitchen cabinets.
Mini dishwasher with a sleek look, modern style, or retro and control wise with lightning quick wash mode and up to 14 settings will help take some extra work to get your dishes clean. If you only have a few dishes to wash, you can use the half-load setting to get maximum efficiency and avoid wastage of water and electricity. This machine comes with several dried arrangements as well, which is designed to save energy.
This partial dishwasher and integrated energy efficient and usually come with a 1-2 year warranty. Additional collateral can be taken at the time of purchase.
Adding White Cabinet To Your Kitchen
Online detail specification and dimensions are mentioned about quality kitchen cabinets. You will find closets from very expensive to inexpensive kitchen cabinets also. The most functioning and crucial area of home is kitchen. You can even implement styles like the traditional ,modern and European over white. Its inviting place to every family member as some may cook, want food, snacks and even wash utensils.
Single white is enough to add all the elements to your kitchen space. You can use white in many forms of home furnishings like go for entire white kitchen, only dining table and space or can add elements of white with kitchen cabinets. White color coat will make your kitchen stand out despite of less light fixtures. White kitchen cabinets are cost effective feature in home decor now.
Many people arise questions of maintenance. Thermos foil has made cleaning white cabinets simple. In this process rigid vinyl on heating is coated on doors, drawers and cabinets. The surface of your cabinet will be more durable than paint textures. Few years before cleaning white was difficult but not now. They are also resilient to scratches than paint. Timeless black beauty works wonders again as white with same applications on black kitchen cabinets too. Black and white are always in demand irrespective of season.
There is yet another way to have affordable white kitchens with melamine resin. This is synthetic polymer with fire resistant, heat tolerant and has smooth color texture. People like to buy it due to modern euro-style look. Melamine are cheap kitchen cabinets and easy to clean.
The advantage of having white kitchen cabinets is it can be fused with bold colors for warmth and freshness. White is light reflecting color. By adding pastel colors you can even increase the value of your cabinet. Blue, green, golden and black can be fused with plain white surface. The bidding can be thin layer of black with handles in golden. Top of cabinets can be in bash and copper too. Design shelves in such a manner such that you can place copper pots and pans over it.
If you are on fixed budget then white works wonders for you. The most cost effective way would be to make cabinet with white mica sheet. Use creative themes like harry potter or Halloween to decorate white cabinets.
Kitchen Cabinets – decorating with display cabinet
The kitchen cabinets are a component that gives the whole kitchen a different look. The model and style selected adjusted to decorating your home
If you are going to remodel and improve your kitchen then make sure you use the latest kitchen cabinets that look artistic. The tendency of models and styles keep changing but some people continue to use a particular style without having outdated. You can choose traditional or modern style cabinets for your kitchen. The style you choose should be adjusted to decorating your home. Some contemporary styles as traditionally applied to stainless steel which gives a sophisticated look. There is an increasing demand for a traditional style kitchen in western countries. The cabinet is one of the most important components that give the whole kitchen a different look. A good kitchen designer can help you select the style and design a customized kitchen cabinets.
Some people opt for a dark kitchen cabinet open plan, but must match the surrounding color. The use of color light marble counter tops to dark closets. You can use frosted glass doors for artistic standpoint. The combination of high gloss cabinets white with stainless steel appliances and black counter-tops offers a warm look to the kitchen. Now many homeowners are using wood surface finish of the cabinet and helps you update your kitchen in the future depending on the trend.
All solid wood cabinets provide custom cabinets according to the tastes and needs. They have a wide range of cabinets like teak, oak, maple chocolate frosting, where owners can opt for custom kitchen. They offer good quality furniture and kitchen cabinets also provide different sizes to fit your kitchen. They also provide a set of cabinet brings home. Ceramic tiles are replaced with the supplier of advertising bolder look of glass for the kitchen design. Cabinets and white will always use gray sideburns also increased during the day. The gray color looks calm with neutral backgrounds and cabinet provide different brightness. Now is the time for bold colors and bright furniture and people who have cherry wood cabinets now turn to the light and bright colors.
Cherry color kitchen cabinets add warmth and personality to your home. Those who love the traditional style of the kitchen should go for the cherry. They are light strong and durable. They have a smooth, silky and accept stain very well. It has a glossy black cabinet and there are many homeowners who now hooked cherry. Cherry cabinets color ranges from reddish brown to white, green and pink. This color is characterized by a red hue and color may vary from dark brown rich.
When it needs to kitchen remodeling
The kitchen was already looking outdated and grungy time plan to remodel the kitchen. And you cannot delay the importance of kitchen remodeling.
Try reviewed, do you feel it's a kitchen look outdated and grungy? Time then you can plan to remodel the kitchen. The kitchen is the gathering place for a small family, a family where the conversation that often happens. Therefore, you cannot postpone the importance of kitchen remodeling. Heat and smoke released during cooking often accelerates wear in the kitchen interior and thus remodeling the kitchen becomes important for homeowners. Remodeling a kitchen is not an easy task, so you should look for companies that offer the best services for improving the structure of the home kitchen remodeling. A new look can give a new atmosphere that is perfect for your kitchen.
With the new design, your kitchen can be arranged more efficiently and effectively, leaving more space, you will get more benefits about storage space. With the help of computer software guided kitchen design, you will be able to see a 3D digital representation of your future kitchen. The technology can be applied to the kitchen in a variety of ways, allowing you to create models of room kitchen in a different way, the same is not possible in the past. You can add equipment to the kitchen, cabinets are made of durable material, vinyl flooring that looks like real tile, accessories storage cabinets, with an innovative design concept that maximizes the use of the kitchen.
A complete kitchen remodeling is a great job, especially if you decide to move out the old cabinets with moving equipment. However, it is what many people do when it comes to remodeling a kitchen. Some people just decide to upgrade or replace their cabinets new floor. And is not that simple kitchen remodel.
A reliable contractor can save you a lot of trouble and money when it comes to help improve and remodel the kitchen. Professional contractors who have the knowledge and good planning of material and design of the room, as well as information on the latest innovations that can be adjusted condition your kitchen. A contractor will also work with you to review the choice of kitchen equipment, the use of flooring and storage cabinet models. Hiring a contractor can ease the the process of a kitchen remodel. However, most home kitchen renovation need job step by step at a time. A contractor will plan and design a model based on your specifications before, which will help him to get the job done quickly and efficiently.


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An interesting couple of days.
With the forecasted rain not arriving on Sunday morning I decided not to rush out and opened up my nests for a few hours. Didn't catch much but did get the first wren for the garden. After lunch we decided to head to the reserve and go up to Thornham Point to look for migrants. As we arrived, 2 Temminck's stints came on the pager but we left them for the way back. As we headed along the dunes there were loads of swallows moving west but no red rumps in the ones I checked. As we got to the Point there was a spotted fly sat on top of the bushes - maybe there would be something better. An hour or so later the Point had only produced 3 willow warbler, 2 whitethroat and a chiff (which is actually quite good) so we headed back. On the walk back I checked the pager to find that there was a male collared fly at Holme. I must admit to not instantly running back to the car, instead checking the lagoons for the stints. Both birds were feeding at the back of the lagoon giving crappy views.
By the time we got to Holme it wasn't the mayhem that I was expecting. As we arrived the bird was showing high in some poplars and although good views were possible, they were only from below. The bird then went elusive and it was probably 30 mins before if was seen again. After more views from below, I managed to move my position and get the bird sat back on showing all the necessary features. A cracking little bird and a great find by David R.
A quick look on the reserve this afternoon produced 3 Temminck's stints and as I was watching them, a 4th bird flew in and joined them!
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My Hands Are Yours God
My name is Tammy and I am a mother of 2 precious girls, wife to an amazing man, (and my best friend) and a woman who is so in love with her Savior. I love to write, poetry is my usual course. For the most part, there is a story behind them all. Sometimes, I just want to write.
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Baby Boy
Little boy, you just don't even know.
How much you are loved, even now as your grow.
There's no way to express, the feelings we share
As we think of your face, your eyes, your hair.
What a day it will be as you're held the first time,
I will love you as if you were one of mine.
So now we pray for those doors to swing wide,
For paths to be straight, for decisions God will guide.
The best for your life we pray and we seek,
For the Lord to get glory in the strong and the week.
So sweet little boy all you need to do,
Is grow and be happy as we wait for you.
Posted by Tammy On the Go at 7:31 AM
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you are an incredible writer and friend. I love this and will treasure this. love youReplyDelete
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Twenty years ago solar power was exotic and expensive. Unless you were buying a watch or calculator, solar power was only a viable option for large scale devices by people willing to pay for pricey kits. Now, however, inexpensive solar panels let you power a variety of things with nothing but sunlight. That's why solar water fountains are an increasingly popular choice for garden décor. The water fountain experts at Water Fountain Place know five reasons why it's time to go with a solar fountain for the gardening season.
Solar Fountains Are Environmentally Friendly
There's no denying the fact that the more luxuries you have, the more power you'll use. That includes water fountains, which place moderate but constant power demands on your household. Power usage has a strong environmental impact, by building demand for polluting sources like coal. The more you save power, the less demand there will be for polluting power. Every little bit helps. Switching over non-essential electrical demands to a solar source helps do your bit for the environment, so every watt you save with a solar fountain is a small and steady benefit to the world around you.
Solar Fountains Ease Power Usage – and That Helps Everyone
Power usage spikes during the spring and summer, as people get reacquainted with their patios and use everything from outdoor lights to electric hedge trimmers. By the time summer rolls around, many households turn their air conditioning on, creating a serious drain on the local grid. If you've ever experienced brown outs in the middle of the summer, you've felt the effects of heavy power usage on the entire community. If you get a solar fountain you're doing your but to reduce the overall load on local power without sacrificing the beauty of owning a water fountain.
Solar Fountains Are Portable
Solar fountains are self contained. You don't need to rig up a link to your household power or worry about buying a weather-resistant extension cord. That makes moving a solar fountain a much less elaborate affair than relocating a fountain that needs an external power supply. All you have to do is drain the fountain, move it, and move the solar panel and cords with it, and you're done. You can place your solar fountain anywhere where the fountain will catch light, instead of restricting yourself to a spot close to an electrical outlet. Solar fountain portability also makes them easy to move indoors in the autumn when it's time to prepare your garden or other outdoor space for the season.
Solar Fountains Are Cost Effective
As the start of this article said, solar panels aren't expensive pieces of equipment any more. Solar fountains come in all prices, with some models starting at under fifty dollars. Water Fountain Place's catalog at shows you the economical options available. This makes solar fountains excellent starter fountains.
Solar Fountains Are Flexible
Even though solar fountains are primarily outdoor fountains, they also make excellent indoor fountains if you have a room in the house with lots of access to sunlight. Many solar fountain models suit indoor use as well. They can even work well into the winter, though obviously, the amount of sunlight will affect how well they work. Combined with a solar fountain's superior portability, it's possible to enjoy a solar fountain well past the summer.
Water Fountain Place sells full size and tabletop indoor water fountains, outdoor fountains, solar fountains and custom fountains. Dedicated to maintaining a full range of water fountains for all budgets, Water Fountain Place offers free shipping on orders over throughout the continental US.
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Posted by his brother Bryce a little earlier:
We Lost Bruce this morning he went to be with mom.I am sad to let him go but he is no longer suffering and I feel a sence of relief to know that he is no longer in pain.It has been a long 3 weeks that he has been in Nursing Home and was fighting the whole time because that is how he was.I am so proud to be his Brother. Funeral arrangments are pending at Copher-Fesler-May Funeral Home.
In the past 14 years he has fought 33 cancers. In May he had his right arm amputated because of cancer. Aged 46yr heaven gained a warrior!
So many are saying about:
- Major throat problems, breathing, swollowing, eating
- Huge blisters that have formed at the back of the throat causing HUGE amounts of pain
- Having to bandage area's that have never been a problem
- Unable to walk due to wounds on their feet that won't heal from dealing with their little ones around the house.
- Not to mention eye abrasions caused by simply opening an oven when cooking for their families.
"I admire each and every one of you"
"My skin is getting worse, but it is stress so I just need to live with it"
Some quotes from adult butterflies :
- "There are some things I am happy to miss out on, "I can't iron" for example. But other things I have to make the decision that I know I am going to suffer and is it worth it?... Like dancing, one of my most favourite things to do"
- "Also silly things, like having to ask someone to open a bottle or jar and hating that they will see you as weak, even though the reason is because the skin has sheared on your hands"
- "Stumbling a lot because you can't get balance on your blisters or new ones are coming up, and people thinking you are clumsy or drunk"
- "Eating out and crying in restaurants because the chef has changed one ingredient in something that is normally ok but this time, that one change causes blistering and burning"
- "The way some people look at me when I use my bus pass as they can't see any of the things that are "wrong" with me"
- "Employment challenges. I'm too healthy for SSI, but not healthy enough to just work any job"
- "Those grown ups were once babies... Lets never forget them!!!"
- "I know MANY adults who don't have access to the same things the wee ones do also.. or maybe don't know about the advances since we were kids back in the 70s and 80s. Don't just reach out to the new moms and dads. Reach out to us, too"
There are so many things i could talk about but im guessing you dont have a few hours to sit and read it all lol
Please take the time each day to ask our grown ups if they need any help with anything......


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Some people are still skeptical of Chiropractic and wonder if it really works or if its just "all in your head". Below are some great research articles to help show just how much Chiropractic can help all sorts of different problems.
"An Actuarial Analysis of the Impact of Chiropractic Care on the Costs of Medical Care for Patients with Common Spinal Diagnoses" indicates "that spinal patients who seek chiropractic coverage have materially lower health care costs than those who do not. The difference is consistent in all years and in between the two data sets. The difference range from 10% to 23% lower costs for those patients who sought [chiropractic] care." Milliman USA, September, 2009.
"Conclusion: Spinal manipulation provided better short and long-term functional improvement, and more pain relief in the follow-up than either back school or individual physiotherapy." Clinical Rehabilitation, January, 2010.
"...best evidence synthesis suggests that therapies involving manual therapy (manipulation) and exercise are more effective than alternative strategies for patients with neck pain..." Spine, 2008.
"For chronic spinal pain in general, when compared to acupuncture and traditional medical approaches, chiropractic has generally been shown to be more effective." Journal of Manipulative and Physiologic Therapeutics, 2005.
"Low back pain patients with chiropractic coverage in their insurance plan needed less surgery and fewer x-rays than patients on the same insurance plan without chiropractic coverage." Archives of Internal Medicine, 2004.
Listed under Mayo Clinic's Top 10 Complementary Therapies is spinal manipulation. One of the criteria used at the world-renowned Clinic is"...Does it meet a need that cannot be met by conventional medicine?" Listed under BEST TREATMENTS is "Spinal Manipulation. Practiced by chiropractors,...this hands-on technique adjusts the spine to properly align the vertebrae with muscles, joints and nerves. Standout scientific evidence. At the University of California, Los Angeles, School of Public Health, a study of 681 patients with low back pain showed that chiropractic care was as effective as medical care, including painkilling drugs, in relieving discomfort." Mayo Clinic's Top 10 Complementary Therapies, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Amit Sood, M.D., 2008.