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The following error messages can appear when using the "COM1:" or "COM2:" device:
This article gives the logic used to determine when to display these errors during OPEN, INPUT, OUTPUT, and other statements when using the "COM1:" or "COM2:" device. This information applies to Microsoft QuickBasic versions 4.00, 4.00b, and 4.50 and to Microsoft Basic Compiler versions 6.00 and 6.00b for MS-DOS and MS OS/2. For a related article concerning how to solve common communications port problems, search for the following words in this Knowledge Base:
Error Message Number
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File Already OPEN (Error 55)
Bad File Name or Number (Error 52)
Out of Memory (Error 7)
Device Unavailable (Error 68)
Device I/O Error (Error 57)
Communications Buffer Overflow (Error 69)
Device Timeout (Error 24)
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The OPEN "COM1:" or OPEN "COM2:" statement uses the following logic, in order of execution, to check for errors:
- Check if <device number> was OPEN previously in the program. "File Already OPEN" displays if <file number> is already open.
- Parse the options used in the OPEN "COM1:" or OPEN "COM2:" statement. "Bad File Name or Number" displays if any of the following are true:
- Baud rate is not numeric or over 65,535
- Parity is not N, O, E, M, or S
- Data bits are not 5, 6, 7, 8
- Data bits are 8 and parity is O, E, M, or S
- Stop bits are not 1 or 2 (1.5 is not supported)
- One of the following arguments is misspelled (order is not significant for these; "m" can be null or a number from 0 to 65,535 milliseconds; buffersize "x" can be up to 32,767 bytes):OPm, DSm, CSm, CDm, RBx, TBx, RS, LF, BIN, ASC
- Baud rate is not numeric or over 65,535
- Allocate transmit and receive buffers. "Out of Memory" displays if no room is left for buffers in the default data segment.
- Initialize device interface.
- "Bad File Name" displays when using anything other than "COM1:" or "COM2:" or when using a baud rate not equal to 75, 110, 150, 300, 600, 1200, 1800, 2400, 4800, 9600, or 19,200.
- "Device Unavailable" displays if the communications interface is already in use or does not exist (according to the 4 bytes at 400 hex in low PC memory).
If no errors have occurred at this point in the OPEN, the baud rate, data size, parity, and stop bits are now set. DTR is set. RTS is set if the RS option is not specified. If you use the OPn (OPEN time-out) option, Item 4c (below) applies.
- "Device I/O Error" displays if an OPn OPEN time-out occurs after waiting for DSR (Data Set Ready) or DCD (Data Carrier Detect).
(Note: QuickBasic versions 2.00, 2.01, and 3.00 use the DSn and CDn options for DSR and DCD time-out instead of the later versions 4.00, 4.00b, and 4.50 OPn option.)
- "Bad File Name" displays when using anything other than "COM1:" or "COM2:" or when using a baud rate not equal to 75, 110, 150, 300, 600, 1200, 1800, 2400, 4800, 9600, or 19,200.
- Check for errors.
- "Communications Buffer Overflow" displays for receive (or transmit) buffer overflow.
- "Device I/O Error" displays for any of the following conditions:
Condition Description
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break A special line condition where line voltage
is held "on" (sending 1 bit, which is
between -25 and -3 volts) over more than 10
bit-times. (Note that "off" means a 0 bit,
which is between +3 and +25 volts).
parity error Can occur if line is noisy, or the wrong baud
or parity is being used.
overrun error The character (a 10-bit data frame) was not
read from the interface hardware in time
before it was overwritten by the next
received character.
framing error The bit to be interpreted as the stop bit was
not 0. A framing error can occur if the line
is noisy, if the wrong baud rate is used, or
if the clock speeds on the communicating PCs
are mismatched.
- "Device Timeout Error" displays if a CTS, DSR, or DCD time-out occurs.
- "Communications Buffer Overflow" displays for receive (or transmit) buffer overflow.
- If no errors occurred, get next character from receive buffer. If none, then loop.
- Check for errors. (Same as for INPUT above.)
- Test if transmit buffer is full. If full, loop back to 1.
- Put character into buffer.
- Check for errors. (Same as for INPUT above.)
- LOC(n) returns the number of characters currently in the receive buffer.
- Check for errors. (Same as for INPUT above.)
- LOF(n) returns the room left in the TRANSMIT buffer in QuickBasic versions 4.00, 4.00b, and 4.50 and Microsoft Basic Compiler versions 6.00 and 6.00b for MS-DOS and MS OS/2.
LOF(n) returns the room left in the RECEIVE buffer in QuickBasic versions 1.00, 1.02, 2.00, 2.01, and 3.00.
- Transmit output. If using the ASC option (and not the BIN option), transmit an end-of-file (EOF) character (CTRL+Z).
- Wait for pending output to finish or time-out.
- Restore interrupt vectors.
- Deallocate transmit and receive buffers from Basic's default data segment.
- Report any pending errors.
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In this statement, you said that "from your point of view," if one aims to liberate all beings, the exegesis of choice is that which emphasizes emptiness (Prasangika-Madhyamaka). If one understands English, your statement makes clear that the only thing about it that is "from your point of view" is that Prasangika is the method of choice for all beings, which would contradict your admission that certain provisional teachings are necessary for certain beings, and that they are skillful because they do in fact act as a step to steer beings closer to a correct view. So perhaps the above is just a miscommunication and you didn't actually mean that Prasangika is the exegesis of choice for all beings, but simply for those who are ready for it and have the capacity for it. If that's the case, then we agree and I'd just ask you to consider more carefully how you say certain things so that what you mean = what you say.TMingyur wrote:Here it reads "from my point of view". How can you assert this to be a "blanket statement"?Pema Rigdzin wrote: As a further example of your blanket statements, I'll continue to use your own words: "it is a matter of assessing the skillfulness of concepts. If the aim is to liberate all beings then from my point of view the "exegesis emphasizing emptiness" is the "exegesis" of choice."
Here you are just assuming my intentions. Actually, I wasn't prepared to bring my own meditational experience into the debate. I was attempting to determine whether you are under the impression that the meditations of an adherent to Prasangika and an adherent to buddha nature are somehow different, i.e. whether one's meditation is free of extremes while the other is not. Can we agree that one's authentic view during meditation and what is thought and said in post-meditation are two entirely different things? Is it possible, in your opinion, for a Prasangika and a buddha nature exponent to have exactly the same non-conceptual meditation beyond all extremes yet present the path to others from differing angles in their post-meditation?TMingyur wrote:Assertions should be dialectically traceable.Pema Rigdzin wrote: Here especially, I'm trying to honestly debate you by trying to ascertain and focus on the core of your actual position.
One may assert everything and obscure reason with some alleged meditational experience.
See if your meditation proves yourself that your view is right then you can be content with that.
Or do you want to argue in a way like "I am right and you are wrong because my view is based on my meditational expirience"? Or "My gurus said this and he is a good meditator and if others do not agree then it is just because they are bad meditators"
I trust that you would not want to consider such "reasoning" "honestly debating".
About this we will always be able to genuinely agree.TMingyur wrote: Really I have already addressed this to conebeckam and would like to address this to you, too:
It is not about who is right and who is wrong.
It is about different approaches.

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This is a pretty simple question, but I'm stumped. I know Gryffindor is ruby, Ravenclaw is sapphire, and Slytherin is emerald, but there seems to be no official gemstone for Hufflepuff. Various online sources say it could be a yellow diamond, a yellow garnet, topaz, amber, or other things which I've never heard of (I don't know anything about stones). Any opinions? I mean, what sort of stone is both yellow and in the same league as rubies, sapphires, and emeralds?
I'm hedging on just going with topaz, but I don't know what its plural is...topazes? topaz stones?


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CNN has released a new film that sees Bruce Springsteen talking about the making of his latest studio album, Wrecking Ball.
The candid film is based around an interview that Springsteen conducted in front of a live studio audience earlier this year. You can watch the movie, Bruce Springsteen and The Working Man, at CNN.
U.K. magazine Uncut has also launched an iPad app dedicated to the history of "The Boss." It chronicles the history of the man from the early to mid-'70s, right up to the release of Wrecking Ball in 2012. The app is titled Bruce Springsteen: The Ultimate Music Guide and you can grab the first chapter for free via iTunes.


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As much as we'd all like to find the perfect, heartfelt gift for everyone on our list, sometimes, there's nothing like giving a little cold, hard cash. To help make what may seem so impersonal a little more fun to give and to get, how about crafting a Money Tree? Money Trees are more creative than a gift card, and you can use any denomination you want. Make your tree with all singles, or throw in an Andrew Jackson or two.
Amy from Then She Made shows you how to make this quickie Money Tree with dollar bills and straight pins. How fun is that?
Over at Buttons Galore, Dana Gustafson made her version of a Money Tree, and she decorated it with a chenille garland, mini ornaments and buttons.
And no, if you plant these trees they will not grow and bloom with more bills!
I hope you are finding the time this weekend to savor the season, and spending a little downtime with family and friends. It's o.k. if you're not able to bake that last batch of cookies or make the house look perfect. Slow down, breathe, and take in the wonder around you.
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Luckily, it's not an injury or legal woes that's giving Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark headlines now.
The Broadway musical has announced that they will be performing their first-ever autism-friendly production starting this spring—with tickets going on sale Thursday—which will provide a slightly altered performance that cuts harsh sounds and strobe lights that might bother someone with the disorder.
Autism experts will also be staffing quiet areas with beanbag chairs and coloring books inside the theater for those who might feel overwhelmed.
Spider-Man will join other popular shows that have taken this route, including Disney's The Lion King in October 2011, followed last year with Mary Poppins, a second performance of The Lion King and Elf: The Musical.
Surveys that were taken after these autism-friendly performances showed that a large number of audience members also wanted to see one for Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark.
"We're grateful to the show's producers, management and creative staff and crew for accommodating the Autism Theatre Initiative and uniting with us to make the show an unforgettable experience for all," Lisa Carling, director of the Theatre Development Fund, a nonprofit organization that provides access to live theater, said in a statement.
The organization bought all the matinee tickets for the April 27 show at Foxwoods Theatre and will offer them at a discounted price for autistic children and adults. Tickets range in price from $35-$80.


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Here is your nightly recap for the Cubs minor league system, enjoy.
Taiwan Easterling, Wes Darvill, and Brad Zapenas all had two hits as Peoria pounded out 11 altogether en route to a 7-2 victory over Quad Cities. Paul Hoilman extended his franchise record hitting streak to 21 games going 1-for-5. Jose Rosario scattered 10 hits over five innings only allowing two runs to score in earning his second win of the season. Luis Liria and Charles Thomas shut the door out of the Chiefs pen to preserve the victory.
Don't look now, but the Daytona Cubs are starting to play some good baseball. The trend continued Tuesday night as the D-Cubs used an 8 run 3rd inning to smash the Stone Crabs 12-4. Every starter had at least one hit for Daytona with four guys registering multi-hit games. Rubi Silva had a big day at the plate going 2-for-6 with a home run and three RBI's, he's now hitting .315 on the season. Matt Loosen seemed to relax with all that run support as he turned in a nice outing going five innings to earn his first win of the season.
It was a night of missed opportunity for the Smokies as they had 10 hits but only three runs and left 12 guys on base in a 6-3 loss to Birmingham. Trey McNutt went three innings while giving up four runs, three earned on five hits as he took the loss to drop to 0-3 on the season. Jae-Hoon Ha, Luis Flores, and James Adduci all recorded mult-hit games with Flores collecting three. Justin Bour was the only offense as he blasted his 5th home run of the season in the fourth inning.
The I-Cubs must have been tired of playing in 1-0 games so they decided to break out the bats in a big way against Fresno. Iowa pounded out 15 hits and 13 runs en route to a 13-2 shellacking of the Fresno Grizzles. Anthony Rizzo was the star of the show as he almost always is as he went 2-for-6 with two home runs and six RBI's. Josh Vitters also had himself a day going 3-for-5 with a double, a home run and 4 RBI's. Chris Rusin took that run support and ran with it as he turned in six solid innings of one run ball to earn his third win of the season. It's a fun box score for sure, go check it out.
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Bravo Posts Top Chef Masters Videos
To promote Top Chef Masters, which makes its series debut June 10, Bravo has posted videos introducing the show's chefs, an impressive list of industry names that includes Michael Chiarello, Roy Yamaguchi, Art Smith, and Rick Bayless.
The videos provide an amusing glimpse into the worlds of many of these acclaimed chefs. It's reassuring to know that Michael Chiarello has never met a Butterfinger bar he didn't like; that Wylie Dufresne had high hopes to be a professional athlete; and that Roy Yamaguchi got into cooking when he signed up for high school home ec so he could meet girls.
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Aristotle: "'Perhaps we know nothing at all?' 'All knowledge is subjective.' 'Science is a social construct.' Yes, I've heard that philosophers have said things like that. But it really is the most appalling nonsense. Ask your skeptical philosopher why, if he knows nothing, he turns left rather than right when he wants to go to the Academy. Make off with a subjectivist philosopher's wife and tell him that, from your viewpoint, she's not his wife at all."
Presented as a comfortable chat between Aristotle and a time-traveling interviewer, this compact little book imagines what it would be like to spend and hour or two with a founding figure of Western philosophy over a cup of tea or coffee. The entertaining conversation is purely fictional, yet solidly based on biographical facts.


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PG&E Corp.
WHILE CLIMBING FROM UTILIQ'S FOURTH spot in 2009 to third place in 2010, PG&E Corp. also weathered a tempestuous media storm in the past year, and earned every point of its third-place finish.
The utility first installed what we now describe as traditional meters to measure electricity used by customers in 1912. In the 1970s, PG&E began its first energy conservation programs, actively working to help its customers reduce the use of the company's product. PG&E soon became one of the leading utilities in the nation in energy conservation, and remains so 40 years later.
Distribution automation driving improved reliability
Today, the company has moved quickly ahead in its efforts to lay the foundation for the smart grid with its transition to SmartMeterT technology. PG&E's goal is to have in place 10 million new electric and gas meters by mid-2012, along with new energy management tools and capabilities, with the objective of improving customer service, increasing reliability, expanding energy efficiency and demand response, and optimizing the use of renewable energy sources and electric vehicles.
As so much of the public and media focus in the past year has been on the utility's smart meter deployment, I spoke with Kevin Dasso, PG&E's senior director of smart grid and technology integration, about the other intelligent utility efforts PG&E is also working to implement.
One of the biggest is its Cornerstone Improvement Program, a $366-million, three-year program recently approved by the California Public Utilities Commission to improve electric distribution system reliability for a number of the utility's more than 5 million customers.
The program will use the latest generation of distribution automation technology to isolate outages and redirect power flows onto neighboring circuits. Such a strategy would restore service to as many customers as possible in the shortest period of time, using sensors and automated switches out on the circuits. "Our target is to do that in less than five minutes," Dasso told me. "The reality is that it usually only takes about a minute."
Wide-area awareness
PG&E is looking beyond its distribution lines to transmission issues, too. In September 2010, it inked a deal with the Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC) and part of the Western Interconnection Synchrophasor stimulus grant project, and the utility is well into detailed design and prototyping at its test facility, and should have a prototype facility completed in the first quarter.
Synchrophasors and phasor measurement units (PMUs) are a new evolving area, with the devices taking in data measurements 20 to 40 times per second. "First is getting the data, and that's not a trivial matter," Dasso said. "Then there is a different telecommunications system design; the ability to store the data, and to display it to operators in a way that is useful."
The monitoring system project PG&E is working on with the WECC will be implemented by early 2013. "Once it's in place," Dasso said, "it will continue to evolve for many years to come."
Demand response and energy storage
PG&E is also working with the California Independent System Operator (ISO) on an expanded demand response program. "We are testing the ability of our demand response programs with specific customers, to see how quickly they can respond to signals sent to us by the California ISO from a renewable energy resource area," Dasso explained. "We want to see if demand can firm the intermittency of renewables." PG&E is also testing whether the best response is automatic or manual in nature.
"The reality is, it will need to be done in an automated way, built into building management systems," he said.
The utility has also launched a number of different energy storage projects to better balance the intermittency of distributed renewable generation. According to Dasso, there are four different types of energy storage projects under way.
"A basic challenge with electricity is that it can't easily be stored; it has to be used almost immediately," he said. "So we are constantly balancing generation output with customer demand."
One project planned includes compressed air energy storage (PG&E was awarded a stimulus grant for this project, and is still finalizing its contract with the DOE), in which it would like to use an area with unique geological formations to pump air in the ground and store it until needed to power a turbine generator. PG&E's project is focused on providing 300 MW for up to 10 hours by using this compressed air storage. The first steps will be to do environmental studies, preliminary permitting and initial design work.
The utility has also recently requested approval from the California Public Utilities Commission to develop a large pumped hydro storage project in the Sierras using next-generation technology that will provide the utility with a much shorter response time than traditional or existing pumped storage technology.
On a more local level, PG&E is exploring battery storage on its distribution system, including a 2-MW battery at one of its substations to firm solar energy being supplied, and a 4-MW battery sitting on the distribution system away from the utility's substations to provide ancillary services such as frequency response, load following and avoidance of sustained outages. Finally, it is has lined up almost 700 MW of demand response at customers' sites including the use of thermal energy storage.
Engagement: interesting, immediate, important
There are really two different kinds of smart grid projects, Dasso told me. First are the projects that a utility can do on its own, that don't require customer involvement. "These are more around technologies on the grid and how it works to deliver energy, and the processes are in place for them," he said. And then there are the projects that directly involve customers. "The key here is engaging customers early," Dasso said. "We're focusing on doing that as we continue to deploy smart meters."
One way PG&E is engaging customers is via its Web site, where smart metered customers can access their hourly data the very next day, and clearly view how much electricity they used, and how much they paid for it. Currently, more than 250,000 PG&E customers access that personal data.
"Customer engagement is really key. You have to find ways of making it interesting, immediate and important," Dasso said.
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text: I played competitive tennis in high school and early in college in the early to mid 70s. Yeah, I am getting older. I was a power and control player then, and I was very comfortable with the old Head Master aluminum racquets. Infact I still have a couple of new ones that have never been strung, and my the last few that I practiced and played with in the 70s. It's been a long time since I have played, and I don;t like the look of the newer technology with the OS heads (although they were being introduced when I stopped playing, and I tried them, but didn't like them. I kept my practice Head Master racquets strung with nylon, and my good racquets alway had VS Imperial Gut. Along the way, I tried the Head Arthur Ashe Competition, the Head Professional, and the Head VIP. I didn't really care for any of them. After long consideration, I figured out that I have a medium-short stroke. I developed enough power with the Head Master and the VS Imperial Gut when I was playing 2-3 hours a day to consistantly to put a brand new Wilson tennis balls through the chain link fence that surround most school tennis courts when I was serving. I played with a lot of top spin, and had a tendency to bend or break racquets (not the strings) before I switch the the Head Master. I don't abuse my racquets, but eventually even the Head Masters will bend. I would like to get back into playing on a regular basis, and maybe do some informal local tournaments down the road. So what I would like to know is what current models from Head will play the most like my old Head Masters (feel and performance)when it was strung with VS Imperial Gut? What synthetic strings should I use for my practice racquet/s, is there something that will play and where as well as the Gut that I used to use? I know this was a long post, but I want to make sure that I am not dissapointed with whatever I decide to start with. I have been looking at Head Products, and am thinking about trying the Head I. Radical MP. The Liquid Metal series of racquets is out of my price range at this point. So, what do you think?


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Stacey Englehart and Zoran Postic, September 19, 2009, Toronto, Ontario.
Photography courtesy Boston Avenue, (bostonimages.com).
Ceremony location: Queen's Quay docks at the foot of The Empire Sandy
Reception location: National Yacht Club
Dress: Custom gown by Marina Lemoyne
Hair: Salon Collage
Makeup: Michelle Willis McAuly of In Your Face Makeup
Groom's tux: Freeman
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Cake: I-cakes.ca
Planners: The bride and groom
Caterer: National Yacht Club
Flowers: Sandrina Floral
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Leslie Frazier addressed the media today from Winter Park at 10:30 AM CT. His opening statement was dedicated to announcing the new coaching staff that has been added this week.
Bill Musgrave is the new Offensive Coordinator. To find out more on Bill, you can click here for my analysis. Frazier indicated that the OC position was critical given his background on defense; he needs someone who understands the offense inside and out. Frazier also pointed to Musgrave's time at the University of Virginia, developing Matt Schaub and his time in Atlanta working with Matt Ryan as being pivotal, given the Vikings' situation at Quarterback.
Jeff Davidson is joining the Vikings as the Offensive Line Coach. Davidson has spent time as a coach with the Saints, Patriots and Browns but was most recently the Offensive Coordinator for the Carolina Panthers. Frazier pointed to the fact that Davidson was instrumental in coaching an offensive line that produced two 1,000+ yard runningbacks in one season for the Panthers as being key for him since the Vikings have Adrian Peterson and would like to feature Toby Gerhart more.
Craig Johnson has been named the Quarterbacks coach for the Vikings. He was most recently with the Tennessee Titans. Earlier today, ProFootballTalk posted this story about how hiring Johnson may open the door for Vince Young to join the Vikings as the first team Quarterback. Um… let's hope that's just speculation. I, for one, do not think Vince Young would be a good add to the Vikings' offense.
As I mentioned yesterday, Mike Priefer is indeed the new Special Teams Coordinator.
Head Coach Leslie Frazier has one more coaching spot to fill: Runningbacks Coach. It's been reported that he's speaking to at least 2 different candidates. It will be interesting to see where he goes with this coaching spot, given that he's stated that he wants to be a run-first team. Whomever Frazier selects will need to be an integral part of developing the game plan, making adjustments and ensuring that both Peterson and Gerhart function at the top of their abilities.
I'll continue to follow the runningbacks coach situation in the days to come and will update you as soon as there is some information to impart.


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October 29, 2013Outfit Ideas
Fall DIY: Heart-Print Gloves
It's easy to fall head-over-heels in love with Burberry Prorsum's Heart Print Calfskin Gloves ($650)—they're so darn cute, not to mention, a unique conversation piece to add to any cold weather look. So naturally, we were excited when DIY guru Erica Domesek of P.S. I Made This came up to us with the idea of crafting our very own pair at home. You'll be delighted to know her step-by-step instructions are super easy to follow, so keep reading for all of the need-to-know details.
-Liz Claiborne Sleek Brown Leather Gloves ($30)
-Card Stock ($3 for 25 Sheets)
-White Fabric Paint ($2)
-Paint Brush ($5)
-Paper Tape ($1)
For another look at how to make today's heart-print gloves, check out this video from P.S. I Made This.
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Re: Humidaire Model 20 Incubator
Posted by Daniel Chang on 3/04/12
On 1/31/12, Jacqueline wrote:
> I have an excellent condition Humidaire Model 20
> Incubator/Hatcher for sale. Beautiful redwood - looks like
> a fine piece of furniture. It has been kept in an upstairs
> laundry room for many years and is in near new condition.
> It was set up and used successfully to hatch cockatoo eggs.
> I tested it recently and it is in great working condition.
> Manuals are included. The company has gone out of business
> but parts are still available via Sunny Creek Farms. I
> carefully researched incubators before buying this and it's
> high quality is evident by its long, useful life.
> We'll need to discuss pickup versus shipping since it is a
> heavy item.
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March 3, 2009
Longer & Steamier Access Hollywood Clip: After sticking her finger in Robert's mouth, *Kristen puts it in her own*!
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Just thought I'd let you know that I am having Blogger Awards and that if you'd like to enter, you should check out For the Love of Twilight.ReplyDelete
I just like to let everyone know who my favourite blogs are and I will then make up some little stickers that will be available for posting on your blog so the whole world can know that your blog is one of my faves.
Great video
I'm sorry, but that is frickin' HAAAWT!ReplyDelete
um, wow! i see why they had to cut that from the theater version...waaaay too steamy! i love it!ReplyDelete
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Alps - Eastern Part > Karavanke / Karawanken > Stol/Hochstuhl > Climber's Log
Stol/Hochstuhl Climber's Log
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|from ljubelj
Date Climbed: Sep 26, 2014
|the long approach,but rewarding ,the field of huge long-fallen rocks is amazing.First autumn snow,just for that look like sugared cake.
|Posted Sep 26, 2014 5:06 pm
|From Klagenfurter hutte
Date Climbed: Aug 8, 2012
|I rented a city bicycle in Klagenfurt for a week. One morning I left early and then drove up to the Klagenfurter hutte - pretty unseen a rented bike up there - then summited the next day. Beautiful area!
|Posted Nov 22, 2012 7:43 pm
|Gangolf Haub
|Don't go on Saturdays
|, especially if there is a mountain bike competition to Klagenfurter Hütte. Above the hut we didn't meet too many people but then reallized on the summit that quite a number of routes converge there. Quite crowded even though the summit was almost in the clouds with no real views and very cold temperatures.
|Posted Oct 14, 2012 9:40 am
|Beautiful place!
Date Climbed: Jul 13, 2011
|I have climbed this mountain 3 times, from the Austrian and Slovenian sides, and it is probably my favourite mountain anywhere in the world. Stunning views in all directions, great huts on either side of the border and even the elusive Edelweiß to make you break into song!
|Posted Oct 1, 2012 5:43 pm
|It was late in September 2009, it was the last weekend that the hut was still opened.I slept at Golica hut, and followed the path till Stol.Just under the top, I decided it was still early enough to go down to the Klagenfurter hutte and then back to Stol, the austrian secured path is more interesting and dramatic.Stol really shows two completely different sides.Like someone ripped the mountain apart. Fantastic apfelstrudel in Valvasor hut...
|Posted May 6, 2010 3:45 pm
|Route Climbed: from Valvasor mountain hut
Date Climbed: Aug 30, 2009
|From Valvasor mountain hut we ascended directly to the summit over Žirovniška pot and descended via Prešernova koca hut over Zabreška pot back to Valvasor hut. Nice and easy route.
|Posted Aug 31, 2009 2:43 am
|Route climbed: Parking place - Johannsenruhe - Ferrata - Hochstuhl - Biel. saddle - Bielschitza - Celovska koca - Johannsenruhe - Parking place
Date Climbed: Sep 12, 2010
|On the 12th of September 2010 I was for the 7th time on the summit of Hochstuhl (Stol). Ascending via the north face ferrata, descending via the normal route (ascending the summit of Bielschitza on the way back in 2007 and 2009, too).
- My first time was at the age of app. 12 years.
- 2nd time: 17.08.2003
- 3rd time: 17.07.2004
- 4th time: 16.06.2006
- 5th time: 15.07.2007
- 6th time: 30.07.2009
- 7th time: 12.09.2010
|Posted Aug 4, 2009 5:47 am
|Route climbed: Koča na Golici - Presernova Koča - Stol
Date Climbed: Jun 9, 2007
|After a LONG but stunningly beautiful hike from Golica hut to Presernova Koča, climbed the summit the next day before picking up our heavy packs again to continue towards Roblekov Dom via the beautiful Zelenica valley.
|Posted Jul 1, 2007 7:22 am
|Hochstuhl, 2.237m
Date Climbed: May 18, 2007
|18.05.2007: From Bärental 960m via Klagenfurterhütte to Hochstuhl and Bielschitza/Svacica.
23.01.2010: Skitour from Bodenbauer 1.056m via Wertatscha ravine to Hochstuhl and Bielschitza/Svacica.
|Posted May 18, 2007 3:55 pm
Date Climbed: Jul 16, 2006
|From Valvasor hut through "Zirovniska pot" to Presernova koca hut and Stol summit; descent through "Zabreska pot" back to Valvasor hut
Wonderful summer day with view from Grossglockner (Austria) to Sneznik and Risnjak (Croatia)!
|Posted Jul 19, 2006 10:31 pm
|Route Climbed: Zirovnica train station - Valvasor mountain hut - Stol
Date Climbed: Jul 16, 2006
|Would have truoble finding the way from train station toward Valvasor mountain hut, but luckily a man that was on the same train showed me the way. So hereby thx.
This was my first time on the summit of Stol.. beautiful mountain, amazing view.. all in all, a great day.
|Posted Jul 17, 2006 5:31 pm
|Vid Pogachnik
|Route Climbed: North Face Ferrata Date Climbed: August 5th, 2005
|This time we started in Poden/Bodental, the neighbouring valley, from which we needed to go first to Medji dol / Baerental and then by a nice ferrata to the summit. We descended by gorgeous screes from Vrtaca pass.
Otherwise I was 8 times on top, by all usual routes and did also the two usual ski tours from Slovenian side.
|Posted Aug 11, 2005 4:44 pm
|Sebastjan Reven
|Route Climbed: Zavrsnica-Valvazorjev dom-Stol Date Climbed: 311004
|Zavrsnica-Valvazorjev dom (30 minutes)
Valvazorjev dom-Stol (65 minutes)
Great day, just after the heavy rain.
|Posted Nov 3, 2004 5:06 am


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President Obama and his team of advisers are coalescing on a new strategy for the war in Afghanistan that prioritizes the fight against Al-Qaeda ahead of taking on the Taliban, senior administration officials told multiple news outlets.
Obama will meet with his national security team again today to flesh out the strategy after more than six hours spent debating the war the past several days, The Washington Post reports. At issue has been whether to send up to 40,000 American troops to join the already 68,000 there in Afghanistan, as Gen. Stanley A. McChrystal has requested. During the meetings, the Obama administration has concluded that no number of troops could vanquish the Taliban, according to the Post.
"Are they violent adversaries? Yes," one official wrote of the Taliban in an e-mail to The Los Angeles Times. "And we would not tolerate their return to power as they were before 9/11."
In general, Republicans have supported Gen. McChrystal's troop request, while Democrats have been wary of escalating the war. A new Associated Press-GfK poll shows public support for the mission has fallen from 44 percent in July to 40 percent.
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