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January 8, 2009
Back in the fall of 2004, downtown Columbus was a fun place to hang out. I know because I was there ... a lot. There were at least five good places for evening dining -- CJ''s, Zachary''s, Market Street Grill, Harvey''s, etc.
After a nice meal there were places to dance -- the Underground beneath the Market Street Grill and CJ''s Social Club.
But sadly things evolved into a serious dry spell. Until lately, that is. It seems that downtown Columbus is beginning to "breathe" once again.
With the addition of Le Gourmet Bistro for lunch, Caf/ on Main, 509 Tapas, the new J. Broussard''s and others, Columbians have a number of choices.
The latest option is Huck''s Place at 121 Fifth St. S., in the former location of Market Street Grill. When I first heard that Bubba and Brian Huckaby were planning to open a restaurant, I was excited about the prospects. After months of anticipation, I had my first meal there this past Friday night. It was a nice way to help usher in 2009.
How does a restaurant happen? More specifically, how did two local brothers who were living separate lives away from Columbus end up here with a new restaurant?
"We had talked about owning our own restaurant for years," said Bubba. "I can remember being on family vacations on the beach at Gulf Shores and this would come up."
Bubba was doing consulting work in Chicago, Oklahoma City and other places for Telecom.
Chef Brian, who, by the way, was in the first graduating class of the Culinary Arts Institute at Mississippi University for Women in 2000, was working for Sysco out of Jackson, and also at the Gray Conference Center near Canton.
"Things began to happen in July," said Brian. "That''s when we really knew that it was going to happen ... and then we were physically here in September."
They opened the doors to Huck''s Place Dec. 26. So far, so good.
The front of the restaurant is situated practically on the sidewalk. Several tables fill the space that opens into the main part of the room. There are both tables and booths and a brick bar between the two main first-floor spaces.
"We are not a bar," said Bubba Huckaby. "We are a restaurant that just happens to have a bar."
There is a separate dining area in the back of the restaurant that comfortably seats 20-plus diners. There''s also an upstairs dining room with terrific natural lighting during the day.
Automobile license plates from almost every state and Panama, line the sides of the step-up sections to the booths, and one huge Coca-Cola memorabilia sign (featuring the Sprite elf) dominates the south wall. I counted no fewer than 50 black-and-white photos depicting scenes from Columbus'' past, including fires, pestilence and politics. (I think I also saw the Huckaby''s mother posing in her cheerleader days.)
Hardwood floors made me feel as if I were in someone''s home rather than in a restaurant.
"Much of the look is due to my wife, Suzy," said Brian.
(The Suzie Q is named after her.)
Enough of that, you say? You want to hear about the food. Well ... OK. Go ahead and twist my arm.
Le menu
Currently Huck''s Place is open for dinner on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. Private functions can be booked on other evenings.
The menu is smartly divided into Getting'' Started; Soup & Stuff; The Greenery; Ocean, Pond, & Sky; From the Stockyard; The Good Stuff (add-ons); Pasta & More; Sandwiches and Kid Stuff.
You like old-fashioned fried pickles ($5.95) and hand-dipped fried cheese ($6.95)? You got it. How about a grilled sausage and cheese platter ($8.95)? Perhaps you prefer a pork quesadilla ($6.95) or shrimp bisque ($4.50 cup, $6.50 bowl)? Sausage gumbo, redfish, grouper, steaks, burgers; and crawfish fettuccini? Of course. It''s yours.
There''s "Cat-fish on a Hot Tin Roof" ($15.95), Southside Chicken ($13.95) and Fifth-Street Shrimp ($13.95).
Lunch is served Tuesday through Saturday and features blue plate specials for each day. For example, Tuesday''s blue plate is fried chicken, mashed potatoes and stewed green beans. On Thursday diners can have pork loin, dirty rice and fried broccoli. Blue plates come with bread and a beverage for $5.95
And then there''s the aforementioned Suzy Q (thinly sliced Black Forest ham layered with grilled asparagus, provolone cheese and a pesto mayonnaise on a sourdough bun) for $8.95. Or a fried green tomato BLT ($7.95); or grilled pimento cheese ($7.95); and the Huck Burger for those who are famished ($7.95). This one is huge -- three-quarters of a pound -- so be prepared. Don''t say I did not warn you.
My dining companion and I tried the shrimp and crab parmesan dip served with French bread toast points for a starter ($7.95) Maybe I was just hungry, but it had a rich, buttery flavor with real parmesan cheese.
I sampled the shrimp po-boy with comeback sauce ($8.95) along with a house salad. My friend had chicken creole pasta ($13.95). Both of us requested a take-home box. I liked the bread on my po-boy, which reminded me of Gambini''s bread from New Orleans. Maybe it was.
Veteran server Robin Schrock said, "So far, so good. ... It''s a very comfortable atmosphere, wouldn''t you agree?"
She is oh so right. Her favorite menu pick is the redfish, which is served blackened -- but mild, not so spicy you can''t eat it. The staff will prepare it however you want it. Special orders don''t upset them at all.
In closing
Huck''s Place is yet another option for the growing number of eateries in Columbus. Their hours of operation for dinner are Thursday-Saturday, 5-10 p.m. and for lunch Tuesday-Sunday from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. The blue plates are available Tuesday-Friday.
Now all we need is a nice place to dance. Any takers?
John Dorroh is a semi-retired high school science teacher, who writes a business column for The Dispatch.
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Episode 5 we discuss that sweet sweet Avengers Infinity War trailer and why Thanos is about to be the Marvel Universe's Debo.
With that looming Disney buyout of Fox's entertainment assets we dive into where we benefit as fans and where it just might start to get weird.
We judge Julien's anime choices and for absolutely no reason Jazen recites every single actor's name from the Street Fighter movie by heart.
Also why you should never call any of us for information if you're up for a part in any comic property.

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Good morning!
The state of Michigan will likely soon start giving A-F grades to every school in the state. Despite last-minute objections from the interim state schools superintendent who warned that the proposed grading system could violate federal law, a grading bill was approved by the state Senate last night and is on its way to the desk of a governor who has signaled plans to sign it. Check back with us later today when we'll have more details about the bill, including the factors it will consider in calculating grades.
Also this morning, check out my update on the Hope Starts Here initiative. The $50 million effort led by the Kresge and W.K Kellogg Foundations to build preschools, train teachers, support parents, and create the tools needed to make young children healthier and better prepared for school was rolled out with great fanfare last year. Since then, the leaders of the two foundations have been fairly quiet about their work. That's why I checked in with Kresge and Kellogg this week for more about what's happened in the first year of the initiative. Here's what I learned.
And, check out Lori's story about the anxiety Detroit's main district is creating for charter schools operating in leased district buildings. Though the district hasn't yet decided whether to renew leases on those buildings, school leaders say it's unsettling to see district staff walking their halls, assessing the dimensions of their classrooms.
Read on for more on these stories plus the latest on a new report from Betsy DeVos' office that aims to curtail an Obama-era effort to reduce racial disparities in student discipline. Thanks for reading!
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Laying in the top bunk of my Ma's leaky old camper /hauler, listening to the dull rumble of thunder in big sky country, not far from my childhood home. We loaded up the horses today and drove out here to the Handhills country, retreating into the last vestiges of natural habitat nestled amongst these big hills that rise up from the prairie. Driving past the monoculturistic grid that now dominates these lands, those dark hills beckoned mysteriously in the distance and promised a vast and nurturing release from the mundane and sterile.
They have kept their promise, as they have since my time began, and now here we are parked on an old road allowance that winds off into the unknown. The fresh air fills our lungs and Ma is getting a much needed rest while the ponies graze contentedly on the rain-soaked grass beside the trailer. I can hardly wait to mount up and explore this beautiful place, excited to discover what's around the next bend in the road and at the same time feeling such a peace. We are camped on the hip of the Great Mother herself...laying still yet very awake, gathering this piece of wilderness protectively in her giant, gravelly hand.


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Contrary to popular opinion everything that looks simple or easy isn't. In my previous career word got back to me that I made my job look too easy. I was very fortunate to have worked on the implementation teams of some of the largest most complex financial systems in the world so eventually it became easier to handle less complex systems. The problem with successfully delivering a particular outcome is eventually people don't value the real work involved in producing a quality product and people may assume that your input or skill set is an unnecessary expense. {Did anybody hear about the initial launch of Healthcare.gov? A classic case of cutting an expense and not having all the right people with the right skills on the team}. The same is true for many other fields. Many people think it's easy to sell a house so a realtor is often seen as just an unnecessary expense and the same is true in the field of interior design. After all it can't possibly take much brainpower to decorate a house. This may or may not be true but the problem is most people don't know the difference between a "decorator" and a "designer."
This is not to say that being a decorator doesn't require talent. What it doesn't require is formal training so though the results may be aesthetically pleasing they may not be the most practical or cost effective results. Designers are trained to solve problems and to look at the big picture in anticipation of how an isolated decision will impact the overall results. Do you know the design solutions to make your home more energy efficient without replacing your windows or HVAC system? Do you know which countertop surface is best for a low maintenance kitchen? What are the possible problems associated with an open concept floor plan and what are the design solutions to mitigate them? What are the potential health risks of a DIY demolition of a popcorn ceiling? If your child suffers from asthma which flooring and textile options are least likely to trigger an attack? And the final question is it cheaper and the best use of your time to wing it and get it wrong and bear the cost to fix one or more mistakes or to pay for trained expertise and get it right the first time? As the saying goes people don't plan to fail they just fail to plan. Good design always begins with a plan, decorating— not so much.
Here's a video from LXTV designer Libby Langdon on how to correct common mistakes made in smaller spaces:
Although it's not always necessary to utilize the full design services of an interior designer to create a warm and inviting home sometimes a consultation may be all that's needed to get you on the right track in addressing a specific problem or sourcing a particular product to maximize your home's functionality. If I can be of service in assisting you with your design project please feel free to submit a request on the contact page.


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Odyssey's Xinjiang Travel Guide: A Review
Xinjiang: China's Central Asia by Jeremy Tredinnick (published by Odyssey Guides) has been a sight for sore eyes, especially for somebody like me who had been traveling China's largest province for years without a good travel guide.
As I flipped through the book that had just arrived in the mail, I couldn't help but think to myself, "Finally, here is a book that would do justice to Xinjiang, the province that I call "home!"
Consider this fact: the Lonely Planet devotes a mere 3% of its guide to a province that makes up 1/6 of China's territory. That doesn't seem right, does it?
A Guide Worthy of China's Largest Province
The same can't be said for Odyssey's Xinjiang guide. At 480 pages and a little more than an inch thick, the book is sizable without being bulky. It definitely covers the province like no other English-language guide ever has.
I love the fact that the table of contents takes up 4 whole pages and includes such headings as History: Migration Through Time, Musical Traditions, Religion and Art and Maps. A guide book that simply says "Go here and see this" just doesn't cut it for a province that is as diverse as Xinjiang.
Table of Contents for Odyssey's Xinjiang Travel Guide
Part 1: The Land
The first portion of Xinjiang: China's Central Asia is dedicated to giving readers geographic and historical context for their journey along China's Silk Road. To Jeremy's credit, he has been able to take a very complex historical subject – one that other authors have dedicated entire books to – and simplify it down to an easy-to-understand, fun-to-read format.
He also speaks with ease about Xinjiang's topography, a subject that most travelers are unaware played an important role in the region's history and still influences travel today. Descriptions of the incredible mountain ranges and vast deserts are complimented by a topographical map on the back cover of the book.
Perhaps my favorite parts of this first section of the travel guide, though, are the chapters on the various ethnic groups – including their history and customs. Everybody knows the Han and the Uyghur, but this book details a total of 12 ethnic groups that make their home in the Xinjiang province.
Part 2: The Comprehensive Guide
The meat of the Xinjiang Odyssey Guide, the part that most travelers will find incredibly useful, details every imaginable city and location you might want to visit during your trip to Xinjiang.
The capital of Urumqi, the ancient Silk Road city of Kashgar and fascinating Turpan outpost are the easy ones that every guide covers. But have you ever heard of Zepu? No? Neither had I, and now I'm anxious to visit its Diversiform Poplar Park, full of what has been considered "the most beautiful tree".
What I have thoroughly enjoyed about this guide is that it covers the lesser-known parts of the province that may be hard to reach but are worth the effort. Besides just writing about them, it offers breathtaking photos to take the guesswork out of planning your itinerary.
An example 2-page spread with gorgeous Xinjiang photos
Part 3: Xinjiang Travel Tips
Can you drink alcohol in a primarily Muslim society? What customs and cultures should you keep in mind as you travel? What public holidays are different here than the rest of China?
When you live in Xinjiang for a few years the answers to these questions seem obvious, so it's easy for me to forget just how important these questions are to a traveler who will only spend a week or two in the province.
Other helpful resources include a page that lists many of the local tour guides and their contact information. I noticed that the list doesn't include some others I know exist, but overall it's an incredibly useful tool.
Or perhaps you might be interested in a language section that provides simple phrases you can learn in both Mandarin and Uyghur.
My Opinion of this Xinjiang Travel Guide
While I think there are a few things that are lacking in Odyssey's Xinjiang Travel Guide – namely a better description of the food and a more thorough Uyghur phrase guide – overall I'm incredibly impressed by this publication.
It's fun to finally see well-deserved attention brought to an area of the world that usually only gets press when there's a riot. Of course, I don't really want swarms of tourist to flood Xinjiang either and destroy the seclusion that makes it so appealing.
It's a fine line. One thing is for sure: this guide is the perfect way to introduce Xinjiang to folks who may have been too afraid to plan a trip down the Silk Road and it is definitely going to produce educated, enthusiastic travelers.
Are you going to be one of them?
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- Yili (Ili) Xinjiang | Top 5 Places to Visit - April 10, 2019


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La Pavoni Lever 8-Cup Espresso Makers: Europiccola vs Stradivari
Lovers of true authentic Italian espresso will appreciate the beauty of an espresso maker such as the La Pavoni. A true traditional masterpiece, this machine is as manual as they get, and it's only right for someone who has the patience in learning the process of how to use it. If you're here, you've probably made the decision of buying a La Pavoni but not sure which one to get. In this post, we'll be comparing two of La Pavoni's Lever espresso makers, the Europiccola and Stradivari.
What Is The Difference Between La Pavoni Europiccola and Stradivari:
Image Feature Ideal for making coffee specialty drinks at home
Sturdy all-steel construction under heavy chrome plating
Comes with tamper, screen, screen holder, measuring ladle, and cappuccino attachment
Also includes instructional video for getting started
Measures 11 by 7 by 12 inches; 1-year warranty
Lever-model espresso machine makes up to 8 2-ounce cups of espresso
20-ounce nickel-plated brass boiler; internal thermostat; dual frothing systems
Design inspiration drawn from world-famous violin-maker Antonio Stradavari
Recessed power switch; reset safety fuse
Measures 16-1/4 by 4-1/2 by 12 inches; 1-year warranty
Title La Pavoni EPC-8 Europiccola 8-Cup Lever Style Espresso Machine, Chrome La Pavoni ESC-8 Stradavari 8-Cup Espresso Machine, Chrome Reviews Read Reviews Read Reviews Link More Info More Info
Similar Features:
- 20 ounce water tank.
- Nickle-plated solid brass boiler.
- Can make one or two shots of espresso at the same time.
- Milk frothing steam wand.
- Solid Chrome design
What Is The Difference Between Them?
There is no clear difference between the two machines other than the design and how they look. Features and functionality of the machines are the same.
Click here to see full features of the La Pavoni Europiccola, read the customer reviews and buy it.
Click here to see full features of the La Pavoni Stradivari, read the customer reviews and buy it.
La Pavoni Europiccola EPC8 vs. EPBB-8: Is There a Difference?
You might have noticed two model names of the La Pavoni Europiccola. There are no difference between the EPC8 vs. EPBB-8 except for the color: the EPBB-8 has a black base while the EPC8 is chrome.
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The Fiddle Leaf Fig Funk
Walking down a Brooklyn street with friends on the way to happy hour, I spotted him: Figgy Smalls, hidden on the bottom shelf of a pretty damn cute garden and gift shop.
He was a Fiddle Leaf Fig and the mac daddy of trendy house plants that I desperately wanted in my own home. Nevermind that I could barely keep a succulent alive. He. Would. Be. Mine.
I made our crew stop so I could peruse, whispering sweet nothings to Figgy Smalls before scooping him up and bringing him home to Astoria. He lived in the living room of my (itty bitty) 1-bedroom apartment, where I greeted him every morning, and bid him adieu every night until one day he looked a little down. I tried everything. More sun, less sun, more water, no water. I scanned pages on pages on pages of google searches about caring for a dying Fiddle Leaf Fig.
Though nothing helped, the amount of content did ease my bruised ego. This wasn't on me. He was high maintenance! His communication skills were lacking! He was rude! I tried my best to salvage the relationship but he dropped leaves daily until what was left was the saddest structure of branches that I ever did see.
When I said goodbye to Figgy Smalls (via the weekly trash pick up - oof), I vowed to try again, ideally with a less picky botanical when my green thumb's heart was healed.
Flash forward many years: I'm in a new state, a larger condo, live with a Jade plant named... Jade... that I managed to keep alive for nearly 5 years. I have a newfound obsession with instagram stories and my love for Fiddle Leaf Figs has been renewed.
After a few casual runs to Home Depot, I managed to snag two: one for me (Figgy Pop) and one for mom (Figgy Azalea) that now adorn our sunrooms. Figgy Azalea is thriving! A tree style Fig, she's growing at a rate faster than we could have ever imagined, which has actually become overwhelming. Figgy Pop on the other-hand, is extremely picky and once again, I'm lamenting my choice for such a temperamental plant partner.
Careful what you wish for, my mother said to me after we both finished lamenting over our Figs - too much of a good thing is ... sometimes just too damn much.
Emoji praise hands to my momma, y'all.
If I'm honest, there's a good chance I'll try to pawn Figgy Pop off on someone else, and scoop up Figgy Azalea because the tree version just speaks to me more. If I'm even more honest, it's highly likely both Figgy's will end up at other homes because they are just so big. And a little bit rude. And I'm not sure I'll be able to avoid the Little Shop of Horrors dreams much longer.
Sigh. Can't say I didn't try, right?!
Do you have and love a Fiddle Leaf Fig, or are you realizing the plant isn't quite your speed? Curious to know if I'm not the only one who's started to regret the decision!
xx, M
Feature image via The Life Creative - who's post on his Fiddle Leaf Fig makes me feel better.


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california beaching
A trip to Disneyland should always (in my book at least) include a trip to the beach. California beaches are seriously dreamy. Surfers, life guard stands, frozen bananas, tans everywhere, piers with 50's music playing in the background, and the best sunsets. We spent an afternoon at Huntington Beach and then our very last day we went strolling around Newport Beach. Both of the places stole my heart and made me want to buy a beach house and just hang out on a patio all day and really transform into the Cali Beach Girl I've always wanted to be, with salty wave hair and gnarly surf moves. (gnarly lol)


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You know how it is when you walk into a place for the first time and it immediately feels comfortable? You just feel at home there for some reason. Well I have had that sort of feeling twice in the last week with council matters. The first time was when I went down to see […]
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"How do you think when writing tests?" – It's simpler than you may think/
In this episode, we reply to an important question raised by a member of our community.
"I'm trying to understand how you think when writing tests. Do you just try to cover everything that comes to mind or you have some kind of list with priorities? Or you just try to reach max possible coverage?"
We follow the basics. Our main process is to write the test first, see the test fail (red), then write the minimum amount of code to make the test pass (green), then refactor the code/test *if needed.* By following this process, we end up with pretty high coverage (not always 100% but very close to it). The coverage is not a direct goal. The coverage is more like a positive side effect of following the process.
With that said, it requires discipline and skill to *always* write the test first. You may get stuck in the beginning. We've been doing this for many years, and we still get stuck sometimes! However, the goal is never to be stuck for long. It's wasteful. At the end of the day, shipping is more important than testing first.
When you're stuck, spike some ideas. Go free, without tests (or anything else) in your way. Play with the code (Xcode Playgrounds, Swift REPL, Debugging...) until you're unstuck and found the solution you are happy with. Then think, "now that I know what I want to build, how could I have written the test first?"
When you have the answer, you can discard the spiked solution (commit the spike solution into a separate spike branch), and start fresh, by writing the test first. Next time you have to solve a similar problem, you know how to do it test-first without spiking.
We practice, learn, and get a little bit better every day. The daily practice compounds!
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A subcommittee of local elected officials is delaying its decision on which transportation improvements should be funded by a proposed regional sales tax right up to a state-imposed deadline.
The Atlanta Regional Transportation Roundtable's executive committee had been expected to vote Thursday on a list of highway and transit projects to be built with $6.14 billion that would be available regionally if voters in the 10-county metro area approve the tax next year.
But the five-member panel is still trying to whittle down a $6.56 billion list of projects unveiled late Wednesday by the Atlanta Regional Commission staff. That's as far as ARC staff members could get in cutting a project list that started with nearly $23 billion in requests from Atlanta-area cities, counties and transportation agencies.
The list the executive committee is working from includes partial funding for the Atlanta Beltline project and extensions of MARTA rail service along the Clifton Corridor, north to Holcomb Bridge Road in Fulton County and east to Wesley Chapel Road in DeKalb County.
It also incorporates a planned light rail line connecting MARTA's Arts Center station with the Cumberland Mall area of Cobb County.
But it doesn't include funds for a commuter rail line linking downtown Atlanta with Griffin, Ga., an omission that drew protests from political and business leaders from the south side of metro Atlanta and from commuter rail advocates.
Of about $3.5 billion in transit projects on the list as proposed, less than 3 percent would go to the area south of Interstate 20, said Gordon Kenna, CEO of Georgians for Passenger Rail.
"We are about to do the biggest thing we've ever done as a region, and you are completely ignoring half of the region," Kay Pippin, president of the Henry County Chamber of Commerce, told the executive committee. "You're going to have to open the door and let us come in."
The executive committee will meet on Monday – its deadline under legislation passed by the General Assembly last year – to finalize the project list it will recommend to the full roundtable. The 21-member roundtable then will have until Oct. 15 to submit the projects voters will asked to approve next year.
Regional transportation tax panel puts off projects vote
A subcommittee of local elected officials is delaying its decision on which transportation improvements should be funded by a proposed regional sales tax right up to a state-imposed deadline.


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Fluorescent Set of 8 Supersticks Colored Pencils create dazzling effects and are especially fantastic on dark papers! Fluorescent set includes colors: neon yellow, neon orange, neon pink, neon green, silver, and gold. Made entirely in Austria with sustainably harvested, untreated wood.
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Welcome to Matevo
I am a Storyteller with passion to create work aimed at Human Enhancement through Design and Inspiration.
I specialize in Concept - and Identity Design.
Feel free to explore my full Story below, where I explain Why and How I do What I do.
Hi there,
let me introduce myself,
I am a
and my name is
Ruben Matevosyan
Nice to meet you,
so you read bed time stories?
Sometimes, but mostly
I create Stories
with emphasis on
Human Enhancement
that provide
long term value.
Good for you, and what is this
long term value?
Human Enhancement through Design I introduce, has the value of
reason of existence
beyond making money.
A company, product, service and an innovation should have this in order
to be successful.
You go straight to the core then,
can you explain this Human Enhancement?
In my
Design that unlocks the Human potential instead of degrading it.
Applying Human Enhancement to a product/service/innovation ensures that
people will improve in some way and at least not degrade in others from using it.
Why do you do it?
It might have something to do with my
Enhance the human Experience in this technological world through design.
That sounds quite fancy,
How exactly do you plan to accomplish this?
Graduated with a Master's degree in Industrial Design Engineering from Delft University of Technology,
I am a hybrid specialist
A guiding principle in my work is the creation of a story behind a product (concept) or an identity, which provides it with a character and makes it easy for the customer to identify with.
Design Engineer
My education allows me to gear my work towards Engineering when necessary and tackle even the most technical projects on conceptual level.
Concept Artist
The skills used in this discipline allow me to work from a different angle, additionally offering the freedom to visualize nearly any idea.
INDUSTRIAL & Retail DESIGN
specializations allow me to tackle many types of projects from the angle of
while the skills acquired during the internship with Guerilla Games combined with passion for
Concept Art
allow me to communicate visually even the most
I use a versatile and ever growing
tool set
that supports my ...
Photoshop | 3dsMAX | VRay | ZBrush | SolidWorks | Illustrator | InDesign | AfterEffects
MarvelousDesigner | Fuze | Substance Painter | Daz3D | Unity | Sketching | Clay Modeling | Rapid Prototyping
in different fields.
You are diverse, we got that.
Where do you utilize all these skills?
I use my
skills in SYNERGY
(Concept) Design
That is a mouthful, do you have a method?
Design Process
consists out of distinct phases, where each phase has a clear outcome.
We can cooperate on a full project, or work within any of the individual phases.
Diagnostic Phase
Main outcome:
Long Term Value.
We start by looking at what your current needs, wishes, resources and restrictions are.
From here we end up with a general direction that is explored further during the Analysis sub-phase.
A thorough analysis of your brand, the market (competition), trends, current and future technology is carried out. My role is to find, together with you, a spark of an idea that will involve the Human Enhancement in the project. Some additional research might be necessary on this topic.
The main outcome of this phase is a Vision that involves Human Enhancement, providing Long Term Value for your brand.
This 'Fuzzy Front End' is the most challenging aspect of a project, as, often an unconventional approach is required to translate the collected data into a viable vision.
The Diagnostic Phase is documented in a report.
Concept Design Phase
Main outcome:
to serve as
The Vision from the Diagnostic phase is translated into a tangible Goal that serves as Design Direction in the Exploration sub-phase. Things like Strategy, Functionality, Interaction and (especially) User Experience are considered here.
Next, in the Concepting phase, the general User Experience leads to detailed (desired) Customer Journeys. These encompass the Interaction with the Concept and presentation of the Story around it. Several (usually 2-3) Concepts are explored here, providing different solutions for the challenge.
The chosen idea is elaborated in the Implementation sub-phase resulting in Visual Concept that serves as Inspiration and Guideline for the Detailing Phase.
Example: Zyror Obelisk
Visual Concept development, Story and Evaluation are documented in a report.
Detailing Phase
Main outcome:
Preserve the VISION
The translation of the Visual Concept into the Final Design during this Detailing Phase will pose some inevitable challenges. By counseling your development team on the implementation of the Vision, I ensure that it stays intact and is not being watered down by the practical limitations.
I think in solutions together with your team, to overcome the practical limitations and still have the concept developed with as little deviation from the original Vision as possible.
Market Introduction Phase
Main outcome:
Once the Final Design is ready, I use the existing 3D geometry to communicate the Product Story through images, text and animation. These materials give you a head start on the marketing of your new product.
Example: Product presentation
Full Design Process
(click to enlarge)
All right then,
What can you show?
Feel free to explore selected examples of my work in
Concept Design
(Skills Synergy)
Identity Design
Next to my freelance work I am currently working with several talented individuals to launch Zyror.
In my blog, I discuss the motivations/struggles behind my projects and show some of the 'behind the scenes' work.
Selected prints of my personal work can be purchased in my Print Shop.
Whenever not involved in design projects I enjoy expanding my movement library by doing active sports (Grappling / BJJ / Crossfit / Yoga etc).
Thank you
for your time.
Are you interested in what we can do together?
Take the next step and …


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COVENTRY are steeling themselves for a trip to Esher tomorrow which has now become one of the most important of their season.
With five clubs dropping down at the end of April as National Division One becomes the Championship for next season, Cov start the game at the Pillar Data Arena with a 14-point cushion over their Surrey rivals who, at the head of the bottom five, appear on current form to be the only side likely to pull out of the relegation area.
An away win would put Cov in a strong position, but rugby director Phil Maynard is equally aware than an Esher victory would narrow the gap significantly and put his side under some pressure.
"This is one of those points in the league calendar when you realise that, from what has gone before, this is a big game for both teams," said Maynard.
"Esher have alerted the league of their intentions by drawing at Exeter, which no-one else has done since leaders Leeds won there, and they are a dangerous team.
"They certainly aren't giving up and although we won well enough up here, we know they will be a different side at home.
"They have brought in four of five players from the London Irish and Harlequins academies, and that gives them the fitness and experience they will need to knock over sides.
"But we know that if we win and then win at home to Sedgley Park next week we will pretty well know where we are going to be next season and can start building for that. It'san important two weeks for us.
"We've had a good week of training and everyone is pretty focused on the game.
"Although we lost to Plymouth it was a good performance and we had a good win over Moseley on Boxing Day – we are playing quite well at the moment and just need to build on that."
Maynard has to make one enforced change as centre Alex Grove, who scored the opening try in the 27-10 win over Moseley, has been recalled by Worcester Warriors following a knee injury to Sam Tuitupou who has been ruled out for the rest of the season.
Geroge Dixon comes off the bench, and David Lyons starts at lock with Sam Herrington recovering from the flu that has hit a number of players in the squad.
"Quite a few lads were carrying it against Moseley, and I pulled them off as soon as I could in the game," said Maynard.
Esher, who lost 33-8 at Butts Park Arena in September, were beaten 36-14 at Nottingham on Sunday and picked up injuries to centre Seb Jewell (neck) and lock Stuart Walker (concussed) who are likely to be ruled out.
Kick-off is at 3pm.
Coventry: Russell; Hurrell, Sanders, Dixon, Winter; Dorrian, Jones; Dugard, Whitehead, Brits, Lyons, Burgess, Venter, Miller, McGlone. Bench to be decided.


text: Tibor Hrs Pandur, *1985 in Maribor, Slovenia. Bachelors Degree in Comparative literature at the Faculty of Arts in Ljubljana. Co-founder and editor of the literary magazine and Paraliterary organisation I.D.I.O.T. In 2008 his first theatre play "DREAM 59" premiered in Glej Theatre (Ljubljana) and won the prize for Best Young Playwright (2013). 2010 the Center for Slovenian Literature published his first book of poetry "ENERGYMACHINE" and in 2011 his translations of Jim Morrison's selected poetry. He translated several poems by Pablo Neruda, S. T. Coleridge, Edgar Allan Poe and Heiner Müller into Slovene. From 2015 to 2016 he was the project leader for the International Festival of Developing Literary Practices: LITERODROME. His second book of dream-texts INTERNAL AFFAIRS came out it in 2017 (Litera, Maribor). His translation of Nikola Tesla's essay The Problem of Increasing Human Energy with an extensive afterword Tesla's Hybris and the Laws of Nature will be coming out in 2019 (ZRC SAZU).


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Episode 2.5: Bravery, Burnout and Being a Woman of Color in STEM
In our July episode, "Burnout, Bravery and Being a Woman of Color in STEM", we'll explore the feelings of fatigue and overwhelm -- and their impact on mental health -- that come with the pursuit of STEM dreams. Dr. Shine Chang will weigh in on the discussion, sharing her insight and thoughts on the various forms of bravery WoC inSTEM employ to navigate the landscapes in which we study, work, innovate and create change. We'll also talk about the latest in STEM+Society. Don't miss it!!


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This beautiful 550 piece puzzle shows a group of whitetail deer walking through a birch forest. The puzzle measures 15.5" x 18" when complete. The artwork is by Greg Alexander. It would make a fun housewarming gift for the deer hunter in your life!
- 550 pieces
- Measures 15.5" x 18" when complete
- Made in the USA!
- Features a stunning illustration of a huge whitetail buck with a doe
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Questions you always wanted to ask your massage therapist...
Will you think I'm strange if I do/don't remove all my clothes?
I will not think you are strange for either reason! You need to do whatever makes you feel most comfortable. That could mean taking everything off or leaving everything on. You will always be draped except for the part of your body on which I am working. It is easier for me to work on certain areas if you are fully undressed, but I do not mind working around clothing or undergarments if that is what is comfortable for you. My number one priority when working with you is to make sure you feel safe and comfortable which in turn produces the best treatment! Just for your information, other people keep varying amounts of clothing on, and you should do whatever feels best for you.
Do you care if I shave my legs, do my hair, or if my back is broken out? Will you tell anyone about these things?
No and no. I see people with all different things going on, and I don't pay any attention to what your hair looks like or if your legs are shaved. Your massage will be the same. The only time I care if you have a breakout is if I feel that massage is contraindicated in any way. I have no judgment about how you look, just how you feel during and after your massage. I want that to be "terrific"! I do not discuss anything about you with anyone else. In fact I do not share that you are a client of mine with anyone, unless you specifically tell me you want me to. So feel free to come in looking however you want and not having any worries that I care!
I feel uncomfortable telling you if I am hot/cold or if I want more or less pressure. Do I really have to?
Yes. I am there to take care of you and make sure that you have the best experience possible. This includes knowing what temperature and pressure are best for you. I will not be upset or insulted. In fact, I would be more upset if you lay on the table during your session being cold or uncomfortable. I want you to fully enjoy and receive the benefits of your massage which is better achieved when you are not distracted by these things.
If you have any more questions do not be afraid to ask! I will do my best to answer them.
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NEW YORK (CBS.MW) -- U.S. stocks ended lower Monday as blue chips tumbled on earnings concerns following profit warnings from Colgate and Unilever, while the Nasdaq ended little changed after a rebound in semiconductor shares put a floor under the tech-rich index.
A late-day push in oil prices to a one-month high further undermined market sentiment.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average DJIA, +0.01% ended down 79.57 points, or 0.8 percent, at 10,204.89.
Within the benchmark index, Procter & Gamble moved lower after Colgate and Unilever's profit warning sparked concern about the earnings outlook for consumer products groups.
Altria was another major decliner as the largest civil trial against tobacco companies got under way in Washington. See full story.
The company was also under pressure from a pullback in Kraft Foods KFT, in which Altria has a controlling interest.
Citigroup and Pfizer also lost ground, hit by broker downgrades.
Bucking the downtrend, Hewlett-Packard gained on plans to buy back $3 billion in shares.
The Nasdaq Composite Index $COMPQ was down 2.02 points at 1,908.07, off an intraday high of 1,921.50, sparked by a more than 4 percent gain in semiconductor stocks earlier in the session.
The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index SOX, +0.04% later pared gains to end up 2.9 percent.
The S&P 500 Index SPX, +0.25% was down 6.35 points, at 1,122.20 while the Russell 2000 RUT, +0.74% index of small-cap stocks was off 0.4 percent.
On the broader market, decliners outpaced advancers by a 19 to 13 score on the New York Stock Exchange, and by an 18 to 12 margin on the Nasdaq.
Volume was 1.18 billion on the Big Board and 1.55 billion on the Nasdaq.
"A few factors are contributing to today's bout of weakness, namely some earnings warnings, slightly higher energy prices and a little bit of giveback from the market's rally over the past few weeks," said Michael Sheldon, chief market strategist at Spencer Clark.
From its mid-August lows, the Dow has rallied a little more than 5 percent, while the Nasdaq has jumped more than 9 percent.
Looking ahead to Tuesday's Federal Reserve meeting on interest rates, Sheldon added that investors will be looking to see if the market saw of "three steps and a stumble" plays out.
"This means once the Fed raises rates for the third time, equity prices are likely to move to the downside. There is certainly some truth to that over time. However given the fact that interest rates remain historically low, I think it will have less relevance today than in the past," said Sheldon.
The Fed Funds rate currently stands at 1.5 percent after the central bank raised rates twice, once in June and in August. Read preview
Oil prices tap $46 a barrel
Crude prices closed above $46 a barrel for the first time in a month amid fresh concerns over production from Russia and the lingering threat of more storm disruptions to output in the Gulf of Mexico.
Russian oil giant Yukos temporarily suspended about 1 million of its oil exports to China starting Sept. 28 until the end of the year. The company blamed its "inability to continue prefinancing of exports to China National Petroleum Corp."
Concern over the threat to oil facilities in the Gulf of Mexico remains, although latest reports show that damage from Hurricane Ivan was minimal. Read damage assessment.
Oil for October delivery ended up 76 cents at $46.35 a barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange. Read oil report.
Bonds, currencies, gold
In other markets, U.S. Treasury prices ended modestly higher, supported by rising oil prices that lowered the odds of a pickup in the pace or size of future interest rate hikes.
Bond traders are all-but-certain the Fed will raise its key Fed funds rate by a quarter-percentage point Tuesday.
The benchmark 10-year note gained 15/32 to 101 18/32. Its yield $TNX declined to 4.06 percent.
On the foreign exchange markets, the dollar was firmer against its major rivals ahead of the Fed's decision on interest rates.
"The dollar is trading higher against the euro this morning, on expectations that the Federal Reserve will lift its benchmark interest rate tomorrow by a quarter point to 1.75 percent, thereby narrowing the gap between European and U.S. borrowing costs," said Paul Mendelsohn, chief investment strategist at Windham Financial Services.
Mendelsohn added that the euro may also be slipping on the success of extremist candidates in key state elections in Germany, which may lead to an outflow of some foreign capital from these regions, according to market participants.
Gold futures closed lower as the modest strength in the dollar dampened appetite for the precious metal. See full story.
Consumer products companies wilt
Consumer products groups were under pressure after Anglo-Dutch giant Unilever UN, +1.41% lowered its profit outlook amid weaker than expected sales. See full story.
Rival Procter & Gamble's shares PG, +0.40% fell 3.3 percent while U.S.-listed shares of Unilever fell 4.6 percent.
Other stocks in the sector taking a tumble include General Mills GIS, -0.10%, down 1.9 percent, while Kraft Foods KFT gave up 0.4 percent. Shares of Altria, which has a controlling stake in the U.S. food group, pulled back 2.9 percent.
Investors also had to contend with a profit warning from Colgate CL, +0.75%.
The company's shares tumbled 11.2 percent to $48.23 after it warned that third- and fourth-quarter earnings would fall short of expectations as increased marketing expenses offset better than anticipated unit volume and market share growth. See full story.
Chips shrug off PMC-Sierra warning
Shares of PMC-Sierra PMCS recovered from early weakness after it became the latest semiconductor company to warn on third-quarter revenues.
The broadband chipmaker said it now expects sales in the third quarter to decline around 16 percent from the second quarter.
In the last three weeks, Intel INTC, -1.74%, Texas Instruments TXN, -0.04%, National Semiconductor NSM, +0.00% and LSI Logic LSI, +0.14% have all lowered their revenue outlooks.
PMC-Sierra shares climbed 4.1 percent in line with the rebound in the semiconductor sector.
Concern over the outlook for earnings for a number of companies prompted a raft of broker downgrades.
"After the recent market run and the earnings warnings, it is not too unexpected to see a rush by brokerages to lower expectations for the quarter," said Marc Pado, U.S. market strategist at Cantor Fitzgerald.
Morgan Stanley overnight cut its rating on pharmaceutical firm Pfizer PFE, +0.49%, a Dow component, to "equal-weight" from "overweight."
The company's "outlook for 2005-07 is likely to run well below expectations unless revenues show a surprising acceleration or management announces a major restructuring," the broker said.
Pfizer shares fell 2.3 percent, to $30.99.
UBS downgraded its rating on newspaper publisher New York Times Co. NYT, +2.23% overnight to "neutral" from "buy," citing concerns on national advertising trends as well as circulation growth. The stock was off 2 percent in afternoon trading.
Citigroup C, +0.03% shares slid 3.3 percent after Merrill Lynch cut its rating on the banking giant, saying it faces a tough job reconciling growth and ethics. The analyst comments come after Japanese financial authorities forced the bank to close its private bank operations in Japan because of a breach in securities regulations.
In other news, Hewlett-Packard HPQ, -0.85% said it has bought back about $1.3 billion in outstanding common stock from Merrill Lynch in an accelerated share repurchase agreement, and that its board has approved the buyback of an additional $3 billion in stock. H-P shares were up 1.7 percent.
On a positive earnings note, Nike knocked first-quarter results out of the park, with a 23 percent jump in earnings and record revenue driven by robust U.S. sales. Nike shares NKE, +0.28% ended up 1.9 percent Monday. See full story.
M&A trail
On the mergers and acquisition front, Jarden JAH said it was buying privately held consumer products company American Household for $745.6 million in cash, stock and the assumption of debt.
Jarden believes the deal will immediately add to earnings, excluding any nonrecurring restructuring charges. Its shares climbed as much as 11 percent before paring gains, to trade up just 0.8 percent. Read details of the deal
Also, MCI MCIP is reportedly looking for a buyer, and has a hired a trio of law firms to help the company explore its options.
MCI, the company formerly known as WorldCom, would like to sell the entire company in one chunk but it might have to accept piecemeal dismemberment, according to a report in Monday's New York Times.
Shares of MCI ended up 0.5 percent. See full story.


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So, over the past couple of days, I have been thinking about this post, over at Iron Kingdoms at War. I pretty much agree with the whole thing - on the whole, I can think of many games I would rather play than 40k or WFB, but there is also no denying that it is often the only non-historical (war)game in town. So, since I must sometimes play 40k or WFB with people before I can convince them to play Warmahordes, I should probably keep somewhat up on the rules and maintain a small army.
But that doesn't mean that I need 4 separate 40k armies. Right now, I have Tau, I have Orks, I have Marines (who doesn't, right?), and I have Imperial Guard. Over on Bartertown, I thought I might have a trade going - all of my Tau for a pretty nice chunk of Menoth, enough that, while I would be missing some units (Cleansers, Cinerators, Bastions), and would have duplicates of a couple of casters, it was certainly a good deal for me. (And for the other party - I believe it was something like $750, in War Store prices, for the Menoth, and well over $1250 base retail for the Tau.)
It's been a couple of days though, and my initial excitement at getting rid of some GW, and turning Menoth from suddenly my third or fourth largest Warmachine army to my largest overnight has somewhat evaporated in the waiting process. (Never fear - I'm still committed to the deal, if the other party is as well.) If the deal falls through, I may keep my Tau, since I still have the current codex, and it's pretty playable, in theory. But my Guard Tank army isn't, since I lack the current codex. Maybe I should peel off half a dozen tanks or so, and see what kind of Warmahordes stuff I could get for them.


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Technology Specialists respond to and diagnose problems through discussion with users including problem recognition, research, isolation and resolution steps. Responsible for safeguarding confidential information and documenting issues and resolutions. Typically resolves basic problems while referring more complex problems to more senior Technology Specialists or Tier 2 and 3 support;Assist customers via phone, instant messaging and ticket support;Under supervision, respond and diagnose basic issues and requests for desktop, server, mainframe, remote connectivity, and telephony applications/hardware;Analyze, document, and resolve issues and requests;Refer more complex issues and requests to more senior Technology Specialists;Document and route level 2 and 3 issues/requests to appropriate teams. Assist level 2 and level 3 teams with identifying issues or implementing fixes to restore service;Utilizes scripts and available tools when assisting customers;Provide input to and modifies department documentation;Responsible for safeguarding sensitive data and security credentials, including passwords, that they are exposed to while performing technical support;Assist with project, initiatives and implementations as assigned
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We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
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Free honey wagon pump out!
Now that we've got your attention...we are currently offering a free honey wagon pump out on sites 99 - 105 only.
In order to receive this free pump out, you must do the following:
Reserve one of our meadow water/electric back-ins for three or more nights. These are sites 99-105. We are not offering this service for free on any other sites, or for campers who stay less than three nights.
Free honey wagon pump outs must be scheduled 24 hours in advance (at least the day before), and will follow the guidelines of all other honey wagon pump outs: the camper must be present, and they will only be scheduled between 9am and 12pm.
Reservations over holidays/special events are not eligible for a free pump out. This includes: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, and our two Halloween weekends.
You may schedule one pump out for every three days you camp on these sites - so, if your reservation is for 6 days, you may schedule two. This may be done in our office between 8am and 8pm daily.
You may prefer to schedule your free pump out during check-in to ensure it doesn't get forgotten.
Free pump-outs are only available during the months that the honey wagon is in service, roughly April to November. Once we winterize it for the year, it will not be available again until the honey wagon is in regular use.


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Stacey + Marc Seattle Engagement
I had such a great time spending the day with Stacey + Marc for their Seattle engagement session. We strolled through Upper Queen Anne before heading to the hills, where they released sky lanterns in the exact spot that Marc proposed. How **freaking** romantic. These two are incredible together, and I'm so grateful they chose me to be their photographer. Can't wait for their wedding in April! Be sure to follow along on Instagram @lionladyphoto


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Remember back when Ben Affleck dated Jennifer Lopez? The guy even proposed and bought her a beautiful engagement ring with an enormous pink diamond. He also bought Lopez a Rolls Royce. As we all know, their relationship didn't actually make it to the altar, but it did prove that old Benny likes to give gifts. No doubt, that's how he initially wooed his now-ex-wife, Jennifer Garner.
However, after 10-plus years of marriage, Affleck and Garner filed for divorce. Garner is now officially his ex-wife. After a two-year separation, the couple filed in April of 2017. The divorce is almost complete and is just waiting on the financial details to be finalized. And we all know by now what caused the divorce.
Ben was caught cheating with his nanny, Christine Ouzounian. Christine declared to the world that she was in love, while Ben never even admitted they even slept together. Most recently, Ben's been dating Lindsay Shookus, a Saturday Night Live producer.
So, to make a long story short, Ben Affleck is single. And when he's single, he loves to spend money. This article lists all of the presents he has given his girlfriend, whether she was also the nanny or somebody else. It's been a rough go for Ben these last few years, but it seems that he is finally enjoying himself and his wealth, once again.
15 Pricey Hotel Suites (One Of The Fanciest Hotels In LA, The Hotel Bel-Air)
Benny bought this treat for the nanny, Christine Ouzounian. In the dawn of the scandal that destroyed his marriage, Ben used one of the fanciest hotels in Los Angeles, the Hotel Bel-Air, to provide sanctuary for the young blonde. He was also rumored to meet her there for their trysts. She stayed at the posh inn for days and weeks at a time, which is no small fee.
Base rooms at the ritzy hotel and resort go from anywhere around a grand up to $1500 per night. And that's not including any upgrades that may be included
or food and drink. Ouzounian was often photographed in her bikini, poolside with a friend along with her, sipping on cocktails all day that cost at least $20 each. Talk about taking advantage of the situation. Ouzounian's vacation-style spending may have upset Ben, who never admitted to having any true affection for the girl.
14 Lexus IS Convertible
Let us restate that Ben doesn't always seem to agree with Ouzounian. This time, she claims to everyone in her life, including the press and social media, that Benny bought her this Lexus. Ben says he did no such thing, but if that's true, then how could the girl afford the car herself? Even if she did have the funds, why would she spend them all on a car? It would be far more practical for her to buy a really nice Honda Accord than this $43,000 luxurious convertible.
And most people don't go out and buy a car in an attempt to "frame" somebody for buying it. That's ridiculous.
So it's a safe bet that Ben bought her the Lexus on a whim and later regretted it. We all get buyer's remorse. Just imagine how that remorse would feel if the car wasn't even your own and the gal you bought it for helped destroy your marriage.
13 Huge Barbecue Party
Ben is super rich, everybody knows that. And he likes to have a good time. He owns several properties, including a home in Georgia, about thirty-five miles south of Savannah, on Hampton Island. This was land that he bought when he was with J-Lo, long before Garner came into the picture. Ben has called it his refuge and one of the most relaxing places on earth. Well, after the divorce and separation with Garner began, Benny went down to GA to blow off some steam.
He had barbecue catered for 35 people, and Ouzounian was rumored to make an appearance.
So, was this party thrown for her or was it just Benny trying to blow off some steam after hard times fell on his marriage? Either way, this is just another luxurious expenditure that his wife surely did not approve of.
12 Romantic Dinners
Ben is one of those stars who is not afraid of the paparazzi. Even when his life is getting rocky, the guy still goes out to eat. He's not going to hide and order takeout. Everybody knows that the food always tastes better when you eat it there anyway, and Ben has some great taste in food. He's been spotted on a date at the legendary Mr. Chow. Mr. Chow is one of those places that define New York City.
The Chinese restaurant has been around since 1979 and has been described as a "precious jewel box" by dining critics.
On the west coast, Ben's been spotted at Nobu in Malibu, a classic hot-spot that serves the freshest seafood and sushi. Giorgio Baldi, another legendary restaurant in Los Angeles, serves the finest steaks, seafood, pasta, and Italian dishes. Ben was spotted taking Lindsay Shookus to all three of these restaurants in the last few months.
11 Skinnygirl
Okay, this one is by far the cheapest item on the list, but it's worth noting for a couple reasons. Skinnygirl Margarita goes for about $10 a bottle. There are various flavors, and they're all pretty darn sweet. Not really what you might expect a big tough guy like Ben to be drinking. The cocktail was invented by none other than Bethenny Frankel of Real Housewives of New York fame. Ben was spotted buying the drinks at The Umbrella Factory, a supermarket in Naples, Maine, last summer. The reason why this is significant is for one, he was with Lindsay Shookus, whom he is still dating, and they're rumored to be pretty serious. The second reason why this is big is because Ben had just left alcohol counselling when this purchase was made. Like we mentioned earlier, this is a pretty sweet drink, so maybe Ben wasn't partaking. You never know.
10 Comedy Club Seats
There's a comedy club called iO West Comedy Club in LA, which is the premier club of the west coast. It's basically the Second City of Chicago, in Los Angeles. And while this may not be a very expensive ticket to acquire, it's really got to hurt the ex-wife.
Not only has Ben moved on much faster than Garner, but here he is having a grand old time and laughing the night away.
Surely, Garner wants him to be happy, but not this happy. Ben was spotted at the club with Lindsay Shookus, who was undoubtedly taking notes and possibly recruiting talent for her show, SNL. They were spotted last summer, and Ben's little brother, Casey Affleck, also joined the festivities.
9 Shopping Spree At Barney's New York
If you know anything about New York City, then you know that there is one store that defines its shopping scene. Barney's is the legendary store that's like Macy's, only much, much nicer. Barney's even tops Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus. For example, you can buy Adidas shoes at any of these stores.
But, where can you buy designer original sneakers by Alexander Wang that cost upwards of $250? That would be Barney's.
Surprisingly enough, the department store went bankrupt and closed some of its national locations. It bounced back only to be the topic of racial controversy, after several African-American paying customers were erroneously targeted as thieves. Fans have even petitioned Jay-Z to cut his ties with the store. But the retail business rolls on. Affleck shops here quite frequently with Shookus.
8 Tennis Tickets
Speaking of Jay-Z, who is obviously one of the richest stars in the history of hip-hop, he's also a guy who enjoys watching a tennis match. Jay and Beyonce have been spotted at tennis games, as well as a super long list of celebrities. Names like Leonardo DiCaprio, Ben Stiller, Jon Hamm, Mariska Hargitay, Drake, and Queen Latifah all love watching tennis. Since when did tennis get so big? It's an amazing Hollywood trend and one that Ben did not want to miss out on.
He was spotted at the U.S. Open in Queens, New York last fall with Lindsay Shookus.
That was the night before they were spotted in NYC going out to dinner and then viewing a film. They chose the classic horror movie reboot, It, and left the theater laughing like it was a comedy.
7 Diamond-Studded Toilet Seat
This one is a throwback to the Jennifer Lopez days. That's back when Benny was young, carefree, and really blowing his cash. Aside from the humongous $2.5-million engagement ring (that she gave back), which we mentioned in the intro,
Ben also spoiled his lady with a diamond-studded toilet seat. The seat reportedly cost over $100,000 and included rubies, sapphires, and pearls.
When asked about the splurge, he supposedly told a friend, "Jennifer is my princess and she deserves only the best -- even when it comes to toilets." Well J-Lo's rear end has always been her best... asset. She reportedly insured her backside for $27 million. People magazine also claims that Julia Roberts insured her smile, Rihanna insured her legs, and Bruce Springsteen insured his vocal cords. However, when James Corden asked Lopez about the claim, she said it was merely a Hollywood myth.
6 Celebration Bubbly
After Ben gives all of these awesome presents out to everybody else, you would think he deserves something in return, right? Well, that's what this entry is all about. As soon as it was announced that Ben was getting a divorce from Jennifer Garner, none other than the home-wrecking nanny herself, Christine Ouzounian, sent Affleck a bottle of champagne.
This gesture further suggests that the love between Ben and Christine was legit.
When she sent the celebratory gift, Ouzounian assumed Ben would be hers, and they would live happily ever after. Of course, that's not how life unfolded for the nanny, and now she's ancient history. Ben ended up reconciling with Garner momentarily. They postponed their divorce and downgraded to a separation. They tried to make it work for a while and then finally admitted that divorce was inevitable.
5 Three Pairs Of Louboutin Stilettos
So, just to give you an idea of how luxurious things can be for a movie star like Ben, let's use an example. Let's take something that everyone needs, a modern necessity like footwear. We all have to buy shoes. We all go to the store and try them on, and sometimes, if it looks and fits just right, we buy a pair. Let's repeat that, "a pair." Who buys two pairs of shoes? Okay, maybe if you need a work pair and a casual pair, but two is tops. Nobody buys three pairs of shoes at once. That's excessive! And
we're not talking about $30 Converse All-Stars here, we're talking primo Christian Louboutin pumps that average around $1000 a pair.
That's just too much. But as this article proves, no price is too high for Ben and his girlfriends. Lindsay Shookus was the lucky shopper.
4 Visit With Brady
Sometimes, those special one-of-a-kind personal experiences can be purchased. After all, many famous celebrities charge a fee to show up for events, like conferences, charitable dinners, or birthday parties. Mariah Carey once sang four songs for $1 million at a private event in St Barts. Christina Aguilera once sang for an hour, for $1 million at a Halloween party. People want to meet their heroes and spare no expense to do so. You can even pay to skip the line and meet Mickey Mouse at Disney World for the right price. Although Affleck is a HUGE Pats fan, we're not saying that Ben paid Tom Brady for a private audience on his personal jet.
But rumor has it that Ouzounian herself may have paid Brady with a personal favor or two.
After these photos surfaced, with the nanny wearing Tom's Super Bowl rings, his wife, Gisele, was beyond upset. The Brady marriage was nearly derailed by Ouzounian too, but it has since recovered.
3 Expensive Jewelry
All of the latest tabloids are saying that Lindsay Shookus is wearing an engagement ring and that the couple may already be married, and if not, a date has been set. Of course, there is always a thread of truth to these claims.
The story goes that Jennifer Garner first found out about Ben's new girl, Shookus, because she discovered a jewelry store receipt.
That claim does make sense because the couple is still in the process of organizing finances to finalize their divorce. So, all big-ticket items would be revealed. And Shookus has been spotted wearing a large gem. However, the ring is supposedly not on the correct finger. As of January 20th, when Ben was confronted by paparazzi at the airport, he denied all claims of an engagement. But as the old saying goes, you can't believe car salesmen and actors. They're professional liars.
2 Dodge Charger
After all of this spending, it's only fair to mention something that Ben bought for himself. It's only natural to find something you want for your own when you're browsing for others.
Maybe when Ben was looking for the Lexus for Ouzounian, he discovered a deal on this Dodge Charger.
This is a black Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat. According to Car and Driver, "The SRT is Mopar-speak for, 'Give it a really big engine.'" This muscle car is further described as "707 horsepower, from its supercharged 6.2-liter V-8; it's the most powerful production sedan on Earth." So maybe Benny was feeling a little left out after dropping so much cash for others. Or maybe he was getting into character for Batman and found the closest thing out there to a street-legal Batmobile. Either way, this $60,000 vehicle deserved a mention, as it undoubtedly served as what Ben may call a babe magnet.
1 CVS Junk
So, in this final entry, we're going to prove how sad and doomed the marriage with Garner truly was. After all of these entries, you've seen how much Ben likes to spend his cash. He'll drop huge money on anything from shoes, to cars, to toilet seats. But here's the kicker. Guess where he shops for Garner? When Ben was interviewed on Ellen,
Affleck stated that he waits for the last second to buy gifts for his ex-wife, and then he often finds himself searching the aisles at CVS.
We all have been to CVS, or Walgreens, and the like. There is nothing good there. Those places are for filling prescriptions or grabbing an unhealthy snack, like Doritos and Pepsi. This is not the place to buy a romantic gift for your wife. As soon as this interview aired, it was painfully obvious that this marriage would soon be over.
Sources: CarAndDriver, People, Radar, Wikipedia


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Series 1, Episode 39 - Mere Mortals
Max wanders into the park and is horrified to find Gark exercising.
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Venezuela's collapse causes humanitarian and security crisis for Colombia
The massive migratory flow from a collapsing Venezuela can be measured by the 91,000 people estimated to have crossed Colombia's border on a single day in mid-February or by the pain of Delida, a 46-year-old woman whose family is a victim of that collapse, and hundreds of thousands like her.
Three statistics from Migración Colombia, the government's DHS/ICE equivalent, convey the magnitude of the exodus. In 2012, 2,000 Venezuelans sought to travel through Colombia to Ecuador. In January, according to Migracion Colombia, that number was 56,147 — a rate that would reach about 674,000 by year's end. Many of those fleeing Venezuela go on to Peru and Chile — and from the words of the migrants, anywhere but a return to Maduro-run Venezuela.
The second statistic shows how many like Delida are seeking to remain in Colombia. In the last six months of 2017, 68,739 applied for Migracion Colombia's Special Permanent Permission (PEP). In the first 37 days of 2018, 86,833 applied. Migracion Colombia already has issued 1.6 million short-term visa-like permits for those who say they will go back to Venezuela after working a few days or getting emergency medical care or just eating a decent meal.
Delida was in charge of cooks at one of Bishop Victor Manuel Ochoa's eight emergency feeding centers. A friendly woman, Delida's smile disappeared and tears appeared as she explained why she left Venezuela. She said that her 22-year-old son had been shot by the Venezuelan national guard while he was on his delivery motorcycle. "They killed him when he wouldn't give it to them," she said. He left two small children. With constantly soaring prices (the IMF now predicts 13,000 percent inflation in 2018) making it impossible to provide for them, she had fled to Colombia five months ago with her 18-year old daughter. The two send back money for her daughter-in-law and grandchildren.
Juan, a 52 year-old rail-thin tall mechanic from Maracay, said hyperinflation had put everything out of reach. When he couldn't pay for the next tire patch with the money earned from repairing the last tire, he left. He has no intention of returning. Scarce food is available only to those who have the "patriot" carnet distributed by the military. The migrants at the church center explained that the carnet had three codes, one to be checked after voting — the right way.
Juan was helping direct migrants waiting patiently in lines to receive their one meal. Each day some 600 migrants start lining up at 5:30 a.m. for coffee and a roll at the outdoor warehouse-like facility with makeshift gas stoves and wooden tables and chairs set out on the stone-covered dirt floors. They are given the chit that allows them to return for the real meal at 10 a.m.
"No woman and no child ever will leave here without a meal no matter how many show up," Bishop Ochoa told me recently. Parishioners are the source of most of the food and, along with the Venezuelan migrants themselves, prepare the meals. The bishop's one request was more stoves.
The impressive voluntary efforts by the diocese, the Scalabrini International Migration Network, the Colombian Red Cross, International Organization for Migration and the Colombian government's initial responses — all practucally heroic given the challenge — are not enough. Some 110,000 Venezuelans, mostly women and children were vaccinated last year in the Norte de Santander department alone, since immunization against measles, polio and diphtheria — along with measures against malaria, dengue, chikungunya and zika — are near absent in Venezuela, particularly for the poor. More is required now, including pre-natal care to identify high-risk pregnancies and avoid needless deaths.
Fortunately, President Juan Manuel Santos Calderón, having traveled to Cúcuta three weeks ago, has called for a major international response — and the magnitude of the humanitarian and security challenges clearly require speed, generosity and wisdom. While the licit and illicit commerce across that almost 1,400-mile border is traditional. With no passport formally required between the sister cities of Cúcuta and San Antonio, fewer migrants are returning to Venezuela.
Leaving Venezuela, migrants use seven formal monitored crossings like the Simon Bolivar Bridge into Cucuta, or more than 200 smuggling paths, with now 1,000 to 3000 staying in Colombia daily, according to Colombian officials. Having walked along one of those paths with Colombian police to the mostly dry riverbed separating the two countries, it was clear that not only pedestrians but motorcycles and trucks also can be used to smuggle cattle, gasoline and anything else into Colombia, plus and narcotics or stolen minerals into Venezuela..
Colombia already had the task of implementing a complicated peace accord that ended a five-decade conflict with the FARC guerrillas, while battling other illegal armed groups — the ELN and EPL insurgencies and paramilitary-like transnational criminal gangs like the Clan de Golfo — all financed by cocaine and human trafficking, kidnapping and extortion. The complicity of many at the highest levels of the Maduro administration's largely military-controlled trafficking has been documented by the United States. The Colombia military just denounced Venezuela's providing sanctuary to ELN leaders and alleged involvement of two Venezuelan troops in the latest ELN bombing in Barranquilla that resulted in the deaths of six police and some 20 wounded.
Colombia's initial extra military deployment of 3,000 troops and border police undoubtedly will serve to monitor the illegal crossings more closely. However, with easily traversed scrub brush, river and mountain borders, a halt to migration and to security threats from Venezuela cannot be stopped by Colombia, only change in Venezuela can end those pressures.
Mark L. Schneider is a senior advisor at the Center for Strategic and International Studies and was a former Director of the U.S. Peace Corps and head of USAID for Latin America and the Caribbean.


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The study, which currently appears in the Annals of Neurology, may improve understanding of the mechanisms underlying the relationship of obesity with dementia and could lead to prevention strategies.
Global body mass and obesity, particularly in midlife, are associated with an increased risk of dementia and Alzheimer disease. Different fat compartments carry differential metabolic risks and there is growing evidence that abdominal obesity and visceral fat are more correlated with vascular risk than global body mass. However, limited data exists demonstrating this concept in association with cognition and dementia.
The BUSM researchers studied more than 700 participants from the Framingham Offspring Cohort. The participants underwent a volumetric multi-detector abdominal CT-scan with quantitative measurement of subcutaneous fat and visceral fat volume as well as a brain MRI.
"We observed an inverse association of body mass index, waist circumference, subcutaneous adipose tissue and visceral adipose tissue with total brain volume, independent of vascular risk factors," said senior author Sudha Seshadri, MD, an associate professor of neurology at BUSM and an Investigator at the Framingham Heart Study. "More importantly our data suggests that the association between visceral adipose tissue and total brain volume was the strongest and most robust of all, and was also independent of body mass index and insulin resistance," she added.
According to the researchers, the potential mechanisms underlying the inverse association of obesity and particularly visceral abdominal fat with total brain volume are speculative. Inflammation could be an important mediator as well as diabetes and insulin resistance. In addition, the researchers believe adipose-tissue derived hormones, such as adiponectin, leptin, resistin or ghrelin, could also play a role in the relation between adipose tissue and brain atrophy.
"Although these findings are preliminary they could improve our understanding of the mechanisms underlying the relationship of obesity with dementia with potentially important implications for prevention strategies," added Seshadri.
Funding for this study was provided by the Framingham Heart Study's National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute contract and by grants from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke and from the National Institute on Aging.
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