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OraMD Extra Strength Sample Pack includes: - (1) Single Bottle of OraMD Extra Strength - (1) One free copy, "Healthy Teeth, Healthy Body" - Free PDF version. Note: You will be able to download the pdf file of the book on the checkout success page once you confirm your order. In Stock. Description: Each drop of OraMD® Extra Strength helps clean your teeth, gums and mouth of bacteria causing germs, plaque build-up and bad breath. OraMD® Extra Strength is our most potent formulation for killing the bad bacteria that are known to lead to periodontal problems. Although it is formulated with the same three ingredients as OraMD® Original, Extra Strength's unique proprietary formula has been developed over several additional years of research to produce maximum effectiveness and quickest results. One bottle lasts approximately 4 weeks, when following the 5 Step Oral Hygiene Program (at 2 drops per use). Ingredients: 100% pure botanical oils of almond, spearmint and peppermint. Directions: Place 2-5 drops on a toothbrush, and brush as usual. May be used as a liquid toothpaste, mouth rinse, and breath freshener. For best results, follow the 5 Step Oral Hygiene Program (included with product). Order Today, Ships Today* from our manufacturing facility in Lexington, KY USA. Ships Worldwide via USPS mail, to physical addresses and PO boxes. Includes USPS Delivery Tracking #. Estimated Shipping Transit Times: Inside USA: Packages typically take 2-5 business days to arrive. Outside USA: Packages typically take 7-10 business days to arrive. Express shipping option is also available in checkout. *(when order is placed by 3pm EST Mon-Fri).
Peppermint Oil This 100% natural botanical oil is a proven natural combatant to many types of the bacteria in your mouth. Since OraMD is an oil, it does not dry out your mouth like toothpaste and mouthwash can because it is not alcohol based. The oil seeps between the gum line and attacks your bacteria even while you sleep and provides additional support to fight dry mouth. Dry mouth causes the bacteria to multiply at an accelerated rate and must be controlled for good oral hygiene.
Spearmint Oil We use only the most potent and powerful species of all our botanical oils and our spearmint oil is no different. Like the peppermint oil, spearmint oil fights the harmful bacteria in your mouth, but when the two are combined they make a synergistic and powerful product.
Almond Oil By using OraMD, with its almond oil you'll be allowing your mouth to have the bacteria control you need for your mouth to heal itself. Almond oil provides just the right base for peppermint and spearmint.
100% pure peppermint, spearmint and almond oil
1) FLOSS once each day.
2) BRUSH morning and evening. Wet toothbrush, turn bottle upside down (do not shake), drop 1-5 drops (1-2 starting) of OraMD onto the bristles and brush as directed. Those who have sensitive gums should increase the amount at their own pace. Be sure to brush your tongue. Stay within your comfort zone.
3) RINSE and GARGLE morning and evening: 1-2 drops in an ounce of water.
TIP: REFRESH mid-morning, mid-afternoon, 1-2 drops on tongue or one spray (if you use OraMD Fresh Breath Spray) and coat the gums, teeth, and mouth.
BRUSHING TECHNIQUE: Hold the OraMD Toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to your teeth and brush in a short, circular motion with the bristles penetrating the gum line as you brush. Apply firm but light pressure. This gentle sweeping action along the gum line will dislodge the soft material containing foreign particles, bacteria and plaque thereby reducing cavities and preventing gum infection. Brush the outer surfaces, the inside surfaces, and the chewing surfaces.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are the ingredients in OraMD?
Almond oil, spearmint oil, and peppermint oil. There are hundreds of varieties of each of these botanical plants, all with different properties. Our proprietary formulation method combines the right properties with the right species to give you an optimal solution.
How do I use OraMD?
Put 2-3 drops on your toothbrush and brush as usual. As a mouthwash, put 1-2 drops in one ounce of water, swish and gargle. As a breath freshener, put 1-2 drops onto your tongue and coat your teeth and the inside of your mouth. To learn more about our easy-to-follow 5-Step Oral Hygiene Plan, click here.
Does OraMD really work?
OraMD's ingredients have been proven to kill periodontal bacteria in a University of Kentucky clinical study. Nothing will work unless you implement a good oral hygiene program. See the OraMD 5-Step Oral Hygiene Program. Once you implement good oral hygiene, you will need to choose a good toothpaste and mouth rinse. We believe OraMD is the best choice you can make.
Has there been testing done to prove that the product works?
Yes – the University of Kentucky conducted a clinical study of OraMD's ingredients wherein they measured its effectiveness against Gram positive and Gram negative oral bacteria. Their conclusion: "The composite mixture of peppermint, spearmint, and almond oils has effective antibacterial activity against Gram positive and Gram negative oral bacteria although appears to be most effective against Gram negative species. This suggests that the beneficial clinical effects in reducing periodontal inflammation may be due to the antibacterial effects of the oils." Click here to read the study.
Does OraMD have a guarantee?
There is a money-back guarantee for 1 year after purchase. Just return the unused portion of the product or empty bottle(s), and we will refund the product purchase price, no questions asked.
How long does a bottle of OraMD last?
Depending on usage, usually 1-2 months. But each bottle can last 3+ months if you just use it as a toothpaste, using two drops on your toothbrush and brushing twice a day. Each bottle contains approximately 400 drops or 100 days worth of use. Many customers use more than suggested in our 5-Step Program because they like it, so your use may vary.
What is the difference between OraMD Original and OraMD Extra Strength?
OraMD Extra Strength is our most potent formulation for killing the bad bacteria that commonly lead to gum problems. Although it's formulated with the same three ingredients as OraMD Original, Extra Strength's unique proprietary formula has been developed over several additional years of research to produce maximum effectiveness and quickest results.
Will this cure my problem?
Using OraMD and our OraMD 5-Step Oral Hygiene Program helps promote an environment in the mouth that is conducive to wellness.
Will OraMD help my bleeding gums, plaque buildup, bad breath, gingivitis or gum disease?
OraMD's ingredients are clinically proven to kill periodontal bacteria. No toothpaste will solve oral care issues unless you implement a good oral hygiene program with the toothpaste. See the OraMD 5-Step Oral Hygiene Program. Once you implement good oral hygiene, you will need to choose a good toothpaste and mouth rinse. We believe OraMD is the best choice you can make.
How long does it take to start seeing results?
Time for results will vary as the product is all natural and each person is a unique individual and can respond differently. Most people will begin seeing some improvements right away, but more significant changes may take a few months to notice. Because this is a natural product, we do not guarantee or imply results of any kind.
What should I expect to see and feel when using OraMD?
OraMD has a strong natural mint taste. Your mouth will feel incredibly clean and healthy, unlike anything you've experienced. When using OraMD for the first time it is normal to notice a much stronger or intense taste. This is due to the powerful botanicals it contains. Typically, this strong taste subsides within a week of use as directed.
Should I use my toothpaste or mouthwash with OraMD?
OraMD works most effectively by itself. If you do decide to use toothpaste or mouthwash, use them before using OraMD.
Should I rinse my mouth out after brushing with OraMD?
No, just spit out any excess. Doing this allows the oils to absorb more thoroughly into the soft tissues of your mouth. (Some people really want to rinse, so if you do, it's ok but it's better if you don't.)
How can OraMD get to the bacteria deep in the gum line?
OraMD is comprised of potent botanical oils, whose natural property is absorption. An oil will naturally seep into soft tissue in the mouth, and penetrate deep down into the gum line.
What type of toothbrush should I use?
Use a SOFT bristled brush only. Be sure to only use a brush with nylon bristles, as cheaper plastics will sometimes not hold up to the potency of the botanical oils in OraMD. Most name brand toothbrushes have nylon bristles. Rinse the brush thoroughly with warm water after brushing.
Can I use an electric toothbrush?
Yes, it is an excellent choice of practice. Be sure to only use a brush with nylon bristles, as cheaper plastics will sometimes not hold up to the potency of the botanical oils in OraMD.
Can I use a Water Pik with OraMD?
Water Irrigators aid in flushing out the bacteria and pockets. Our recommendation is to use the irrigator prior to brushing with OraMD. OraMD is an oil and will separate from the water or sit on top of it if you use it in the irrigator, so we do not recommend using OraMD in the water irrigator. This is again because some plastic components will not stand up to the potency of OraMD's powerful botanicals.
Can I use foam or polystyrene plastic cups?
Avoid using foam cups because polystyrene plastics will not hold up to the menthol in this product. The reasons for reactions like these can be traced all the way down to the molecular level, and are actually based upon the electrical charge of molecules that vary greatly from substance to substance. Numerous products and ingredients that are safe for human consumption have this effect on polystyrene plastics.
Should I continue to floss when using OraMD?
Yes. We recommend flossing once per day after brushing with OraMD.
Are there any side effects from using OraMD?
There have never been any harmful side effects reported. We would suggest consulting your physician if you are allergic to peppermint, spearmint or almonds.
Is OraMD safe to use with braces/crowns/artificial dental work?
Although we have never heard of any adverse side effects, we recommend consulting your dentist before using the product.
Is it safe to swallow OraMD?
Do not swallow. Use product only as intended by following included directions.
Does OraMD whiten the teeth?
OraMD does not have any kind of abrasive so it will not break up surface stains acquired from everyday substances like coffee, dark soda, smoking, food, etc. We recommend using a small amount of baking soda or hydrogen peroxide before using OraMD in the morning once or twice a week. Be sure to rinse thoroughly afterwards, and then brush with OraMD as normal.
What about fluoride?
We are not a proponent of fluoride usage. Please see free report, "How To Avoid The 6 Hidden Dangers In Toothpaste."
Since OraMD does not have fluoride, how can I stop cavities?
Many independent studies have shown that even though fluoride has been recommended for decades for prevention of tooth decay, not using fluoride has been just as effective for tooth decay as using fluoride. In fact, fluoride is considered a drug by the FDA and is actually only slightly more poisonous than lead and slightly less poisonous than arsenic when consumed. It's been banned in 97% of the water supply of Europe and many countries have banned the use of fluoride all together. It's also a toxic waste material of the agriculture industry. It has even been linked to cancer and other health issues. For more information read our free report, "Why The FDA Requires A Warning Label On Your Toothpaste."
Can I use too much OraMD?
In short, no. When following the 5-Step Oral Hygiene Program you are directed to use OraMD 6 times daily – twice when brushing, twice when using as a mouthwash, and twice as a breath freshener by coating the gum line mid-morning and mid-afternoon. However, you can certainly use more if you feel the need. You can't overuse the product. It's completely all natural, and safe, so there's not really a way to overuse it.
Once I have reached my desired results, should I continue using OraMD?
Yes. Many of our customers continue using OraMD as a toothpaste replacement because they like the fresh, clean feeling it leaves in your mouth. Plus, it works great as a preventative. Tip: Just use 2 drops per brushing and you will get 100 days of use per bottle. Each bottle contains approximately 400 drops.
Can I dilute OraMD? It is too strong for me.
Yes, just use one drop instead of two or more. When using OraMD for the first time it is normal to notice a much stronger or intense taste. This is due to the powerful botanicals it contains. Typically, this strong taste subsides within a week of use as directed.
When I use OraMD I get a tingling or burning feeling in my mouth.
Sometimes for the first week or so it's more intense, but as you consistently use it a few times a day for a few days or a week you'll really get used to it.
Do the ingredients in OraMD kill the good bacteria too?
The mouth produces hundreds of types of bacteria. Though the ingredients in OraMD kill periodontal bacteria, some other types of bacteria may also be eliminated in the process. Your mouth is continually producing the good bacteria.
Is OraMD safe for my enamel?
Yes. There's no abrasive in it at all. While it is potent, it does not cause any problems with your enamel. What would cause problems for the enamel are things like silica in toothpaste. The silica eventually wears down the enamel.
Do people have any reactions to the product?
Only if someone has a preexisting food allergy to one of the ingredients, which is very rare as most people have been exposed to peppermint, spearmint and almonds, and usually know if they are allergic to them.
Can OraMD be used during pregnancy?
We do not recommend use during pregnancy. Women who are pregnant should consult with their physician prior to use. Peppermint oil in larger doses above what you would get in a serving of OraMD has been known to cause early signs of labor pain/contractions.
Can OraMD be used while breast feeding?
We do not recommend using the product during breast feeding due to the fact that the baby may have allergies that are not yet known.
Is OraMD safe to use on pets?
Pet owners should consult with their veterinarian first. OraMD is safe for pet use, but your pet will not like it. We've heard of dogs running and hiding from it, and cats frothing at the mouth after being given OraMD. But it does kill the harmful bacteria in a pet's mouth.
How fresh is the product when purchased?
We manufacture fresh product every day, and rotate our shipping stockpiles to ensure that the product you receive is fresh.
What is the shelf life of OraMD?
3 years unopened, and about 3 months once opened. Each time air enters the bottle, it depletes the potency little by little and can lose its effectiveness over time.
I understand your product is all natural. Is that true?
Yes. OraMD is all natural, 100% pure botanical oils of peppermint, spearmint and almond and contains no additives of any kind.
Can I mix baking soda and OraMD?
No, mixing OraMD with any other products will diminish or negate the effects you might see otherwise from using OraMD exclusively.
Has the product been FDA approved?
All three of the ingredients in OraMD have been approved by the FDA, which means it is safe to use. The product itself is considered a cosmetic and is not regulated by the FDA.
Questions about shipping, returns, etc.? See our store policies and company faq's.
Review by Mel I.
(Posted on 12/7/2016)
I received my order and am loving the product. I am using as directed and really like the taste of your product. I have a dental appointment on August the 12th for a deep cleaning of the teeth, and gums, i will keep you posted on how the product is working. I hope my dentist will be as pleased as i am with the results that i am already seeing using this product.Thank's again for the great service i received my order on Wednesday, it was shipped from your place of business on Monday.I will keep in touch.
Review by James A.
Thank you for a great product.
Review by Sue D.
I really do enjoy using your product ORAMD. It gives my mouth such a clean refreshing taste. I was so excited when I went to the dentist after using your product for 3 months , I had zero bleeding points!! That was the first time I had ever had no bleeding points. I especially like the fact that it is all natural with no chemicals or preservatives. If gives my mouth a fresh awaking feeling and I feel like I have not had bad breath since I have started using it. Its a terrific product and would highly recommend it to anyone. I gave it to my grandson and he smiled real big while using it to that pleasant surprising awaking feeling it gives. We both chuckled. Thanks for making a healthy tooth polish combination mouth wash!
Review by Kay G.
I started using ORA MD about a month ago. A couple of drops on my toothbrush each time and a drop or two between brushings on the particularly bad gum areas. I quit using toothpaste altogether. I purposely delayed my next cleaning an extra month so I could get a test of how well, or not, the ORA MD would work for me. Well, today the hygienist and my dentist were both very happy with the condition of my gums! Believe me, that was a miracle for sure. For the first time in 2 years I had absolutely no bleeding! Previously I had a dark, purple area over a bridge that is now nice and pink. There was way less scraping that had to be done (thank God, cause that hurts!). I'm guessing here, but it seemed the actual cleaning of the teeth took approximately half as long as previous visits because I had less to scrap off! I was so surprised (not to mention, relieved) when the hygienist said she was done! The hygienist even agreed to a little longer time between cleanings. That never happened before and wouldn't have happened today if there had been the slightest problem. The fact that today it has been 4 months since my last cleaning instead of 3 was even more proof that something was going right in my mouth for a change!So, I'm looking forward to continuing with ORA MD and at my next scheduled cleaning I expect even better results. I admit I was skeptical that anything could improve the condition of my gums, but ORA MD has changed my mind and I'm so very thankful for that.Thanks for a great product! I'll keep you posted on its continued success for me.
Review by Kevin B.
I just got your product, and after only 4 days of use – my gums are looking so much better!!!I take medication for seizures that also make my gums weak, so your product is a godsend!
Review by Andrew M.
Really like the stuff. My mouth insists that I use it regularly. Teeth and gums are much cleaner and healthier. Wish I had it several years ago. Probably would have spare me some painful oral surgery.
Review by Jennifer W.
I have want to tell you that using the product resulted in the cleanest feeling inside my mouth. I have been in need of extensive dental care but had to delay it because of a lack of insurance and funds. So my gums were a little"angry". I found that by using Ora-MD it really helped my gums be a little less "upset" and I will be continuing to use it for my dental care. I was quite pleased with the product.
Review by James B.
I started using ORAmd about two months ago. My teeth feel much better and so does my mouth and breath. I haven't been to the dentist yet. Meanwhile please send me two more bottles of ORAmd. It's good stuff.
Review by Scott L. B.
I am a 47 year old man who was referred to your product by a friend. After two weeks I am VERY impressed with the changes in the appearance of my skin. Everything you say is true. Moister, softer and I must say that I am hooked on it now. It takes a lot to convince me to use a product (since most are a waste of good money) and now I am recommending it to friends. What a great product.
Review by Phil O.
I have been using oraMd for a few weeks now and I do see improvement in my gums. I had bleeding gums from an allergy to certain toothpaste and that just about is gone. Teeth looking better and brighter. And they feel much better. Thanks and I'll order more when needed.
Review by Andie M.
I have always had problems with my gums bleeding. I go to the dentist every three months for cleaning and I always have bleeding. I have been using the Oramd for about 3 months and went for my normal cleaning last week. I had very minimal bleeding and the hygenist said my gums were the best they have ever been. They were nice and firm as opposed to the softness she usually finds.
Review by Bill G.
Also, I like the way my teeth feel, clean and fresh, after using OraMD. Your product is great.
Review by Darryl T.
Please send me 2 more bottles of OraMD. I have been using OraMD for the past month and after less than two weeks, my formerly red gums returned to a health pnk and my mouth tastes fresher. I have tried other products but none have worked as quickly and effectively as OraMD. Thank you for introducing this to me.
Review by Richard M.
Since using Oramd, my wife and I have both noticed improvements in our gumsI am re-ordering the product because I am convinced that it is working for both of us, and I want to see how much improvement I can realize over a longer period of time. I've only been using it for a month and I can see a difference.
Review by Gilles G.
(Posted on 12/8/2014)
I think the Extra Strength is really good. In this past year I switched over and I felt the difference. It protects the gums better, it does everything better! It beats toothpaste by a long stretch.
Review by Vince Mans
(Posted on 11/20/2014)
I have some sun damage and wrinkles are starting to form. My first impression of The Man was the orange citrus smell was a pleasant aroma. After one week, I do feel my face is cleaner and fresher. After two weeks, my skin not only feels cleaner but it feels tighter and rejuvenated – like my skin has more elasticity to it. I also noticed the lines on my forehead are softer, as well as the lines around my mouth. This product definitely has its benefits.
Review by Billy Chavis
(Posted on 10/30/2014)
The Man is an oil for a.m. and p.m. uses with different ingredients. The thing I like is that it makes your skin smell smooth and it smells like oranges. I really love it. It actually cleans your pores out so for a week or so and you may have some blemishes. I did but I have no blemishes now. These were impurities that I never knew were there and they were expelled. To put it on in the morning is just refreshing and to put it on at night is just relaxing. Not only do all of the oils have a specific function but it is therapeutic and uplifting to your mood to smell these wonderful oils. I think I look younger after using this and my skin feels softer. I really enjoyed this product and I highly recommend it.
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Friday Quick Hits Christmas Edition...sort of
- A special lump of coal awaits - So earlier this week in the Chicago area one of those bell ringers for the Salvation Army left his post to go use the restroom inside the grocery store where he had been stationed. While he was away, some A-hole stole his red kettle. Now, granted, I can't stand those kettles. I hate the feeling of guilt that comes with not putting money into the kettle. I hate that I find myself sometimes ducking out of a different exit when I leave a store, so as to avoid the bell ringer and the kettle. But to be fair, what I hate about it is that my conscience nags at me. It's not that the bell ringer has done anything wrong. On the contrary, they're about the least aggressive charitable solicitors I've ever run across. So anyone with the cold stones to run off with the Salvation Army kettle deserves a fist full of karma. Hopefully she does her job with that thief, and soon. But I'm rambling again. My bigger problem with this situation was that a Chicagoland Salvation Army official told a TV reporter that while it was an accident, maybe the bell ringer could've handled things differently and taken better precautions to protect the kettle. I understand that is the "proper" managerial thing to say, but the truth is the bell ringer didn't need to adjust anything. The bell ringer didn't do anything wrong. The thief did. It should be a safe assumption that a Salvation Army kettle won't be tampered with if left unattended for a few minutes. That's like stealing a church collection plate. I don't think I'm naive, but even with my level of cynicism, I wouldn't even think someone could be so ballsy as to rob the Salvation Army.
- Politics - I'm not endorsing parties or candidates - not that my endorsement would be worth anything - but if you watched the CNN/YouTube debate for Republican presidential hopefuls on Wednesday tell me who you thought won. In that particular debate I thought Mike Huckabee bested the rest of 'em. The whole down home southern, gee whiz thing seemed to work well for him. And in the last Democratic debate, I thought Joe Biden did himself justice. Just my humble opinion.
- Miracles do happen - The college girls living in the duplex next to my house are moving out. Ten years ago I would have thought they were cute, sexy bad girls who party all the time, party all the time. Of course, 10 years ago I wasn't married and slightly overweight. Ten years ago I wouldn't have minded a thumpin' car stereo in the driveway next to mine. I wouldn't have minded their yappy little dog who sits outside and yelps for 20 minutes. And I wouldn't have minded their Eminem-look-alike boyfriends hanging out in the front driveway, holding onto their goodie bags, and saying "yo" to one another as though it was the law to utter that word in between each breath taken. Wait. On second thought, I would have minded all those things...just not as much. And these girls aren't that cute, anyway. A few needle tracks and elbow scabs, and I'd swear I saw them in a gentleman's club in Tijuana once. And their little dog is useless. Good riddance to all of 'em.
- The Grinch needs a shrink - I have never listened closely to Christmas music. For the most part, it's 'cause I don't like Christmas music. I can't stand the reindeer and sleigh bells, and hos - I mean ho ho hos. Even when I was a kid I didn't get it or get into it, except for some of the old churchy Christmas songs. But Mrs. B loves the stuff, all of it. So lately when we're driving around after work, on the weekend, etc., she puts on the Christmas music radio station. I have tolerated it to the point that I catch myself humming along sometimes now. I'll even sing along when the song is an old-fashioned hymn. But the other day some really deep-voiced dude who sounded like Darth Vader came on and started singing "You're a mean one Mr. Grinch..." And I listened. I mean I listened to every word for the first time ever, and you know what? That song was disturbing. Termites in his teeth? Seriously, does this sound like stability to you? "You're a monster, Mr. Grinch. Your heart's an empty hole. Your brain is full of spiders, you've got garlic in your soul...." Down the line, I'm not sure if I'm gonna have my kid listening to songs about Mr. Grinch. He sounds depressed. And the song doesn't make me feel holly, jolly at all.
- Hardy har har! - What do I keep telling you guys about Political Correctness being out of control? In Sydney, Australia, recently, Santas were banned from saying "ho ho ho!" because it might be offensive to women. I'm not playin'. I couldn't make that up if I wanted to. Instead, the Santas were told they should say "ha ha ha!" This one is so dumb, I'm not even sure what else to say about it, other than I don't think it's funny.
- Annual tribute - OK, this last one has nothing to do with Christmas, but since there's just one day left in November, I have to slip in that we just passed the 33rd anniversary of the Player's Ball, the yearly pimp academy awards that once took place exclusively in Milwaukee, Wis., and Chicago, Ill. These days mini player's balls spring up all around the country, usually hosted by some corny nightclub, giving people an excuse to wear the flimsiest of holiday costumes. For the record, I do not endorse pimpin'. Cops I know say real pimps, hardcore pimps are violent headcases who often physically and psychologically abuse the women who "work" for them. They should all be in jail, I say. I mean, I believe that pimpin' ain't easy. But I still do not approve of it. Nevertheless, I share many Americans' fascination with pimps, in the same way we get fascinated with serial killers. I don't know what to tell you. Maybe it was sneaking behind my parents' back and watching Dolemite when I was waaaaay to young. Maybe that left a permanent mark on my imagination. Maybe it's the gator shoes, the fuzzy rearview mirror dice, and the rat-fur coats. Part of it is definitely the pimp stick. I am easily impressed by a gold-plated cane. It's like carrying a sword or something. And the names. How high an opinion must you have of yourself, before you can walk around with a straight face and introduce yourself as "Iceberg Slim," or "Mack'n Cheese," or "Mr. White Folks," or "Willie Dynomite?" A bit of trivia: I was sort of featured a couple of years ago in a pimpish documentary called From the Ghetto Streets to the Executive Suites, produced by Pimpin' Ken Ivy, star of the award-winning HBO documentary Pimps Up, Hos Down. It wasn't 'cause I have a diamond encrusted goblet or anything. And I don't have any gator shoes. I once had some snakeskin boots. But that was another lifetime. I had written a profile of Ken for another newspaper, pre-Miami Herald. Apparently he thought it was a fair portrayal. So I got a frantic call from a friend who was out on a date one night, and she blurted out that Pimpin' Ken was in a cocktail lounge talking about me. Not something you hear every day. He said he was relieved that more than one side of him was shown in the profile. So in his documentary he talked a few minutes about me and even held up a copy of of the newspaper. Funny. What can I say, other than pimp pimp hooray! Oh, if you're inclined to observe the passing of the Player's Ball, you should spend the rest of the day referring to yourself not as "I" or "me," but as "My bad self." Try it. It does wonders for your ego.
- Finally, on a serious tip - Police in Florida have arrested two teenagers and a man in his 20s in connection with the murder earlier this week of Miami native and Washington Redskins star Sean Taylor. They're due a day in court. But if it's found that they really did it - that they shot this man as he stood helpless, no doubt in fear for his life and hoping they didn't harm his girlfriend or child - may they get 50,000 volt lumps of coal in their Christmas stockings.
Labels: Christmas, Grinch, pimps, political correctness, Salvation Army, Sean Taylor, thieves

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NEW YORK (GenomeWeb News) – BG Medicine said today that revenues for the second quarter increased 181 percent year over year, surpassing the consensus Wall Street estimates on the top and bottom line.
For the three months ended June 30, the Waltham, Mass.-based company recorded $622,000 in revenues, up from $221,000 a year ago, beating the average analyst estimate of $520,000. Product revenues spiked to $566,000 from $46,000 a year ago, "reflecting increasing demand for the BGM Galectin-3 test," BG Medicine said, while service revenues dropped to $56,000 from $175,000.


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The first morning of the ATA show started off with a bang. The show open with Bowtech holding the entire show hostage as Country Music Stars Colton Jones and Tom Jackson rocked the crowd for the first 30 minutes of the show. Then at 9:00 am they unleashed their new flagship bow the Insanity CPX. At 32 inches axel to axel, and a generous brace height of 6.5 inches this bow will be sure to please. Even more impressive is the 353 feet per second that it can launch an arrow.
PSE introduced its 2012 line of bows including several that are dedicated to women. They redesigned the cams on their bows to make them faster and easier to draw. You will instantly feel the difference with these new cams of their previous models. Additionally they unveiled a new antler pattern camo, that is black and white based. Also they have a new bow for bow fishing called the wave.
Bear introduced its new superlight bow the Anarchy. It is one of those bows that you will have to feel to believe. It is the best bow Bear has ever made. Until you shoot it, you won't believe me.
Muzzy broadheads has come out with several new products. The Cross Kill is a broadhead that is designed, as the name indicates just for crossbows. It comes in both 125, and 150 grain. The coolest thing about it is that it is made from 100% stainless steel. They also came out with a new line of products for women that are completely pink. Look for Michele Eichler to start using these products on Muzzy TV in 2012. As for her husband Fred, he has his own signature line of products coming out as well that include a redesigned phantom broadhead in 150 grains.
Chapin Outfitters are making their first appearance at the show, with its line of products designed for the guy or girls that plants smaller food plots. They have a full line of spreaders and sprayers that will defiantly help improve your food plot this year. There line of products is designed to be used with your ATV, UTV, or you as engine.
Look for Easton's latest arrows to hit the stores with deep 6 technology. It has a different type of threading. The arrows are the thinnest that they have ever produced. The only problem with them is the that there are only two companies that make broadheads for them, NAP and Muzzy.
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What does this have to do with your link to the Graphics Fairy?ReplyDelete
Nothing, I guess. I just didn't read The Rules very well; I thought the link party was for everybody to link up DIY projects. My mistake. I'm sorry. Thanks for your very nice comment anyway. LizDelete
Hi there, so you are a Hank fan? I live in and around the place he grew up! My dad used to hear him sing in local joints before he became famous. I'm talking about Hank Sr. though, not Junior! Like your blog, love the granny squares.
Hi sweetie! Thanks for saying hi.
I would like to invite you to link a French inspired post on Monday. New post or old. It's a great opportunity to get traffic and get my readers know you.
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Thanks for inviting me! You'll see me monday!
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Thank you, Mindie. The candy is something you can buy in The Netherlands. It's called English Liquorice there. Don't know if they even sell it in England :-). LizDelete
Very creative and beautiful.
Thanks for joining Ms. Burrito's Color Connection. More colors here, have a safe and peaceful Easter.
That was very creative..Look's great!
Visiting for Color Connection- hope you can stop by:)
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"Beyond the imagination of George Orwell" and Other Expressions of Congressional Outrage Over NSA Spying
Back in 2010, Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) first started warning us that "Americans would be stunned to learn" about how broadly the government interprets its authorities under Patriot Act Section 215. Now that the cat's out of the bag about the NSA collecting millions of Americans phone records, it's big of him not to whip out the old "I told you so" – but really, he told us so.
Americans across the country are outraged, and Democrats and Republicans alike are scrambling to introduce legislation that will rein in the government's out-of-control surveillance programs and force disclosure about these programs' breadth and legal rationale. Clearly, not just everyday Americans were "stunned," but members of Congress too –and the bi-partisan group hasn't exactly been timid in expressing its anger.
Responding to the leaks, Wyden stated that he believes that "when law-abiding Americans call their friends, who they call, when they call, and where they call from is private information. Collecting this data about every single phone call that every American makes every day would be a massive invasion of Americans' privacy." Furthermore, he says that "[b]ased on several years of oversight, I believe that its value and effectiveness remain unclear."
Sen. Mark Udall (D-Colo.), who also helped to sound the "secret law" alarm, joined Wyden in disputing the efficacy of the surveillance program, saying "[w]e have not seen any evidence showing that the NSA's dragnet collection of Americans' phone records has produced any uniquely valuable intelligence."
Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.), a longtime opponent of the Patriot Act and FISA Amendments Act, called "the revelation…an outrageous abuse of power and a violation of the Fourth Amendment to the Constitution," as well as "an astounding assault on the Constitution."
Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah), said that he is "deeply disturbed" by these reports and that "under this secret court order, millions of innocent Americans have been subject to government surveillance."
Sen. Dean Heller (R-Nev.) called the NSA wiretapping of Verizon phones "yet another example of government overreach that forces the question, 'What sort of state are we living in?' There is clearly a glaring difference between what the government is doing and what the American people think they are doing."
Sen. Max Baucus' (D-Mont.) press release stated that "[e]veryone wants to do their part to keep America safe, but that doesn't give the government free reign to ignore civil liberties. I have very serious concerns with law-abiding citizens getting swept up in surveillance that is meant for terrorists. If the government really needs this type of information to keep the country safe, they ought to be able to make their case in an open and transparent courtroom instead of behind closed doors."
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) called the surveillance programs "an unprecedented intrusion into Americans' personal phone records and potentially into their broader online activities," and says that this surveillance "fits into a troubling pattern of disregarding the Bill of Rights."
Even Sen. Bob Corker (R-Tenn.), who originally voted for the Patriot Act and warrantless wiretapping, wrote to the President that these surveillance programs "raise extremely serious concerns about why such a broad collection is necessary and how this information is used."
In the House, members are equally alarmed.
Rep. Steve King (R-Iowa), who voted in favor of the Patriot Act and warrantless wiretapping, calls the surveillance "more than creepy" and "beyond the imagination of George Orwell."
And Rep. Justin Amash (R-Mich.) authored a letter signed by a bipartisan group of 19 members questioning the surveillance program. Speaking of members who support it, he said, "Maybe too much time in D.C. has left them totally oblivious to what's right and wrong."
Rep. Suzan DelBene (D-Wash.) called the programs "secret and blanket form of surveillance on the American public - whether they are suspected of wrongdoing or not."
Rep. Jim Himes (D-Conn.) stated that he was "deeply troubled" and that "it is becoming uncomfortably clear that the privacy of the American people is being compromised by intrusive and over-zealous intelligence gathering and law-enforcement activity."
And then there's the coup de grâce.
When even Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner (R-Wis.), the author of the Patriot Act, writes the Attorney General that he is "extremely disturbed by what appears to be an overbroad interpretation of the [Patriot] Act" and that "these reports are deeply concerning and raise questions about whether our constitutional rights are secure," it's time to rein in the surveillance state and repeal the Patriot Act and the FISA Amendments Act.
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Why isn't Snowden's name mentioned in this article?
- June 28, 2013
Does make one wonder also about unauthorized access and use of private information. An old acquietance with whom I felt out so sorts years ago, appeared unannounced as a connection in my Linked In account. Did not request prior approval or authorization. How did he do it? His current employer is listed as Allen Booz Hamilton.
Worries about broad data access have to include inappropriate use of power and information by the individuals' working at government affiliated surveillance companies.
- June 29, 2013
The senators are making all the right noises; but then, that is their craft and trade. I'd love to see a scorecard at some point on what is actually accomplish by each, who are so finely represented here, as measured against their remarks. What will they actually accomplish to enact change – vs. mouthing so accurately whatever their constituency's temperature is next-day?
This is clear: senators are overwhelmingly and ingloriously ignorant on what is needed. Senators ask questions that are the equivalent to underhanded softball pitches to doublespeak Barry Bonds masters, who reply: "We did not collect more data in that timeframe (we can prove data collection volume went down), but we acquired access to more historical metadata (which went up.) We did not access more metadata (we can prove access to metadata went down), we derived inter-data relevance (so we can prove our Homeland security protection went up.)
We need to identify and champion someone who can craft the correct pointed questions, as well as challenge their doublespeak responses. We are high-centered with this ticky-tacky request for information that is ineffectual.
Frankly, it's not the NSA's fault. They are trying to be heroes, providing the "least untruthful" answers is what is expected of their position. It's the responsibility of oversight to be effective, and they are proven incompetent and foolish, and I am PISSED.
- June 30, 2013


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Eye On Real Estate
By Lore Croghan
Brooklyn Daily Eagle
It's an address every feminist should know: 46 Amboy St.
Margaret Sanger opened America's first birth control clinic on this Brownsville street a century ago, in the storefront of a rowhouse near the corner of Pitkin Avenue.
The other day, we were thinking about the status of women's reproductive rights in America, which prompted us to make a pilgrimage to the clinic site.
We wound up spending the whole day walking around Brownsville and looking at beautiful old buildings. There was so much to see.
When real-estate nerds think of Brownsville, New York City Housing Authority developments are the first thing that come to mind. There are 18 different NYCHA properties in the neighborhood. About one-quarter of Brownsville's residents live in them.
There's also a lot of old-fashioned architectural eye candy.
Commercial corridor Pitkin Avenue is lined with landmark-worthy buildings including the impressively renovated and adaptively reused Loew's Pitkin movie theater.
Brownsville also has a landmarked century-old library, a landmarked swimming pool and bath house at Betsy Head Play Center and handsome rowhouses with eye-catching porches on numerous streets.
Jail and eviction for Margaret Sanger
So. Here's the story of activist Margaret Sanger's Amboy Street clinic, which opened in October 1916.
Sanger — who coined the expression "birth control" — was from an Irish-American Catholic family in Corning, New York. She was one of 11 children.
As an adult, she lived in Greenwich Village. But conversations she'd had with Brownsville residents made it clear they would welcome a birth control clinic, so that's why she opened one there, a posting on the Margaret Sanger Papers Project's website says.
Sanger's sister Ethel Byrne, who was a nurse, and a Yiddish interpreter named Fania Mindell opened the clinic with Sanger. They operated the clinic for 10 days. Then they got arrested by vice-squad cops and a female undercover police officer.
Hundreds of women went to the clinic during its brief existence. They received instructions on how to use contraceptives and got a pamphlet Sanger wrote called What Every Girl Should Know.
After the clinic's closing Sanger tried to reopen it twice. But the police made 46 Amboy St.'s landlord evict her.
The website TheClio.com has a good photo of 46 Amboy St.'s exterior that was taken when Sanger's clinic was open.
The building doesn't look like that now. Either the facade was radically altered or the building was torn down and a new one constructed in its place.
The property currently belongs to Princeland Realty LLC with Raymond Zaytoune as member, city Finance Department records indicate.
Though 46 Amboy St. looks different than it did a century ago, standing beside it made us feel awed and thankful for badass women like Sanger, Byrne and Mindell who worked to change America for the better.
The 'Jerusalem of America'
Back when Sanger built her Amboy Street clinic, Brownsville was heavily populated by Jewish immigrants.
In the late 19th century, a developer named Aaron Kaplan started building tenements in Brownsville and marketing them to Lower East Side garment workers, Kenneth Jackson and John Manbeck's book "The Neighborhoods of Brooklyn" says. Brownsville became known as the "Jerusalem of America."
Today, one visual reminder of that heritage is a plaza called Zion Triangle, which stands alongside the former Loew's Pitkin movie palace.
This park has a World War I memorial with a winged victory statue by sculptor Charles Cary Rumsey, meaning a goddess with wings who holds a sword and shield.
Other visual reminders that Brownsville was the Jerusalem of America include former synagogues that have been converted to other uses.
One former synagogue, which belonged to Congregation Chevra Torah Anshei Radishkowitz, is located at 139 Amboy St., a couple blocks away from the site of Sanger's birth control clinic.
There are Hebrew inscriptions and a Star of David on the former synagogue's facade.
The building now belongs to St. Timothy Holy Church, which purchased it for $50,000 in 1968 from the Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn, New York, Finance Department records show.
According to the book "Brownsville, Brooklyn: Blacks, Jews, and the Changing Face of the Ghetto" by Wendell Pritchett, Catholics bought the synagogue building for $45,000 in 1965 from Congregation Chevra Torah Anshei Radishkowitz.
Its sanctuary had more stained-glass windows than any other synagogue in the neighborhood, Pritchett notes in the book.
A tale of two bank buildings
The buildings on Pitkin Avenue are terrific.
The former Loew's Pitkin at 1501 Pitkin Ave. is a dazzling anchor to this commercial corridor.
Our favorite property on the avenue is a century-old building that wraps around the corner of Mother Gaston Boulevard.
It's red brick with wonderful windowsills and has bow windows right above the street corner.
The name of a prior occupant, the State Bank, is inscribed over a doorsill. Its address is 1797 Pitkin Ave.
It's being renovated and turned into a medical center.
According to Finance Department records, it belongs to Doral Realty Holdings LLC with David Lipschitz and Ruchy Lipschitz as members. The LLC paid $3.2 million for the building in 2014.
Another beautiful building is the former East New York Savings Bank at 1620 Pitkin Ave. on the corner of Thomas S. Boyland Street.
The white stone building, which was constructed in the 1930s, now houses a Banco Popular branch.
In 2006, Banco Popular North America sold the building to Urban-Scape LLC for $2.2 million, Finance Department records indicate.
The LLC is controlled by Aslan Bawabeh, who owns numerous Banco Popular buildings, Finance Department records show.
P.S. Near the corner of Pitkin Avenue at 107 Watkins St., there's a nifty firehouse that was constructed in 1905. It's the home of Engine 231 and Ladder 120.
If the commercial corridor were to be turned into the Pitkin Avenue Historic District and included on the National Register of Historic Places, property owners would benefit, a 2015 Pratt Institute's Programs for Sustainable Planning & Development study suggests.
The study notes that this type of historic-district designation would enable landlords to obtain federal and state income-tax credits for building renovations.
A Carnegie library designed by William B. Tubby
A few blocks away from the old State Bank, there's a castle plucked from a fairy tale and dropped onto a street corner. Or that's what it look like.
The Stone Avenue Library is a Jacobean Revival city landmark. That's an architectural style we don't often encounter in Brooklyn.
The library was designed by distinguished architect William B. Tubby and built in 1913-1914. It is located at 581 Mother Gaston Boulevard on the corner of Dumont Avenue.
It was conceived as a library for children. To this day, much of the space in the branch is devoted to children's books and computers for kids' use.
The Stone Avenue Branch is one of the many Brooklyn libraries whose construction was funded by philanthropist Andrew Carnegie.
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Our last day in Shetland, a drive to the coastal airport and a visit to Jamieson & Smith.
An exhibit of wool qualities that we stumbled upon at the last minute.
Pouring rain, Pattie waits in the car while I take a look in the wool barn. Jan, the wool sorter gives me the tour and after 20 minutes I dash out to grab Pattie!
It's an unassuming building next to an unassuming shop, on a remote side street, in a picturesque village on a wind swept island in the North Sea. Jan is passionate about wool and the industry she represents.
Wind sock...normal hurricane force winds, waiting for a plane to land. Yes, it's a crossing barrier!
The southern tip of the main island, and
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Promotions from Mercedes-Benz USA, Volvo Cars of North America and Mazda North American Operations are reinventing the test drive in a way that could never be done on the open road. Their efforts push vehicle performance by offering prospects a chance to take a high-speed turn around a race track alone or with a pro driver in what analyst Doug Scott of consultant Allison-Fisher calls "reality TV on wheels."
Such test drive events are becoming an important marketing tool despite their cost-often $200 to $500 per person-because those who drive cars are more likely to buy them. At dealerships, 42% of consumers who take test drives buy within six months, according to CNW Marketing/Research, though conversion rates to sales weren't available for test drive events. Because of their high price, the cost of the events is often shared with other sponsors.
Mazda said its 15-city Rev It Up tour is "the world's largest performance-driving school and national driving competition." Via the tour, consumers learn driving techniques in a classroom-like setting, then attend actual drive clinics culminating in a timed and scored auto-cross course. The winners in each city will be flown to the final race at Mazda Raceway at Laguna Secac near Monterey, Calif., in August with that winner tooling away in a new Mazda6 sedan.
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Mazda charges consumers $39 to drive in the tour. Although the automaker sent a postcard invitation via its agency, Doner, Southfield, Mich., consumers can also register online at mazdarevitup.com. Those too timid to drive can test out Mazda models on simulated courses free or play "Zoom Zoom Experience" car-racing video games.
Mercedes-Benz's C-Spot Driving Party starts June 6 in Houston, the first of 16 stops aimed at changing 25-to-40-year-olds' perceptions of the brand, though the focus is on its entire C Class line. "We're leveraging as many partners as we can," said Chuck Johnsen,manager-consumer events. Inside C-Spot's 15,000-square-foot tent, attendees will see presentations from Saks Fifth Avenue, the Ritz-Carlton and streaming videos of Fashion Week, which the carmaker sponsors. The highlight is the "Dangerous Curves" slalom course, where passengers ride with pro drivers on two courses to demonstrate the model line's speed and traction on wet pavement.
Omnicom Group's Rapp Collins, New York, created a million mailings for the event that look like backstage passes. Mercedes is aiming for a total of some 40,000 attendees.
"Demand was incredible" for Volvo's R Drive Experience, a four-city tour featuring its 300-horsepower S60R sedan, said Jay Hamill, manager-product launches and consumer marketing at Volvo, enough that the company expanded attendance for the tour, which began April 5, to nearly 5,000. More than half the participants opted in online even before mailed invites went out after word of the R Drive Experience leaked on non-Volvo Internet sites. The aim, said Mr. Hamill, is to "signal we're no longer square, boxy and boring. We've now added performance and a lot of technology."
Attendees are passengers for three laps with pro drivers on created tracks, then can drive the course and are timed. The best time of the day wins a radio-controlled S60 R.
no substitute
Mr. Hamill said the event is not a substitute for traditional advertising, and print ads for the car, from Havas' Euro RSCG MVBMS, New York, break in June auto-buff titles, with the creative integrated into the event's direct mail invites and out-of-home executions.
Omnicom's AMCI consultancy is handling the tours for Mercedes, Volvo and Mazda.


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Another Parenting Tip from The National Center for Biblical Parenting…Do you feel like some days you have to discipline kids for the same things over and over again? The child who has a problem hitting, interrupting, or just being annoying to others may need a lot of correction.
It's these problems that are great candidates for a Positive Conclusion. Each time the negative behavior takes place, have the child take a short break and then come back to you for a debriefing. During that conversation, one of the questions should be, "What are you going to do differently next time?"
When you ask this question your child has to state the right response back to you. If Bill is frustrated with his brother Jack and responds by arguing or saying unkind things or grabbing, the right response is to talk constructively about the problem. If you continue to discipline Bill for these wrong responses and he continues to verbalize that the right response is to talk about it, eventually he is able to catch himself sooner and talk to Jack about the problem without using the negative behaviors. This takes time and repeated discipline sessions, but children learn by repetition and frequent, gently reminders.
Sometimes children don't know what they should have done differently. In fact, some parents are so used to telling their children what not to do, that they, themselves, haven't even thought about what the right response should be. Sometimes the solutions are not easy. That's all the more reason to use this question with children. Both parent and child can brainstorm about alternatives to unwanted behavior.
By communicating the right response to you verbally, your child will learn to see the difference and begin to change.
This parenting tip is from the book, Home Improvement by Dr. Scott Turansky and Joanne Miller, RN, BSN.


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PWR to the PPL: The Guitar-Shredding, Gender-Fluid World of PWR BTTM
By Alex Frank, Courtesy of the Village Voice
Everywhere Liv Bruce and Ben Hopkins take a step transforms into a scene.
It's a chilly spring day at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden in Prospect Park, and the two of them — the duo that is New York punk band PWR BTTM — are strutting and mugging in between the rows of cherry blossoms that bloom for only a couple of weeks each year. "Linda Evangelista!" Ben screams — a supermodel mantra projected to no one in particular — while jumping on a bed of pink petals that have fallen from the trees.


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Houston-based radio personality and singer-songwriter Chance McClain wrote the book, music, and lyrics for "Kissless," an original musical about an awkward misfit who is forced to live with a jock and his quirky family over summer break. An inconvenient love develops, threatening the rigid social structure of Forest Glen High School.
According to a statement from the producers, "A professional regional production of the new musical will be filmed at a secret location during the summer of 2012. Through an exclusive and innovative arrangement with Chat Productions, a nationwide search for the cast of 'Kissless' kicks off in April. The cast of 15 will descend upon a small town for four weeks of rehearsing, recording, and relaxing and then Hollywood professionals will film the show before a live audience."
The world premiere of "Kissless" at the 2011 New York Musical Theatre Festival featured a cast of Texas teens from the Houston Family Arts Center (HFAC) Actors Academy. (It was the first time in NYMF history that a theater in Houston performed in the festival, and "Kissless" was the only full production in the 2011 NYMF that was not cast in New York with professional actors.) In a NYMF Q&A last fall, McClain described the show as a "sneaky, tricky, clique-centric, John Hughes-esque teen comedy that somehow meets Aristotle's criteria for a Greek tragedy."
The new production is casting teens and adults to play high school students and their parents. The cast of characters includes "Abercrombie jocks, misfit Goths, brainy nerds, and backwards rednecks." A more detailed breakdown is available online, where each character is compared with both a Broadway type and a character from a John Hughes film. Minors are welcome to apply for teen roles, but they "will be treated as adults and are expected to behave as adults" if cast.
Auditions will be held by appointment only on Thursday, April 26 and Friday, April 27 in New York City. For more information and to schedule an audition appointment, view the full casting notice on BackStage.com. (Subscription required.) The deadline for submissions is Thursday, April 19. Auditions will also be held in Houston in early May, and video auditions will be accepted from performers nationwide.


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7 Ways to Survive Thanksgiving Without Cooking
Pretend you like sports
Hey, maybe you actually like watching sports, too. Whatever the case may be, plant your behind in front of the television and pretend that whatever you're watching is the greatest thing you've ever seen. Chances are you won't be bothered if you look this distracted.
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Federal Way has produced a TV commercial aimed at bringing more businesses to the city.
The 30-second advertisement features the slogan "Think smart. Move fast. Think Federal Way." It begins airing today on ESPN, Fox News and CNBC.
Recruited as pitchmen for the city were Wild Waves Theme Park CEO Jeff Stock and former Seattle Sounders soccer pro Lamar Neagle, who attended Thomas Jefferson High School. Stock is a former Seattle Sounders player, and Neagle has since been traded to the Montreal Impact.
The commercial's main goal is to help fill the Federal Way's vacant commercial real estate. Nearly 750,000 square feet of office space (30 percent) sits empty.
"We're scoring big in Federal Way," Stock says in the commercial, which praises the city for lower business costs and positive business environment. In the ad, Stock and Neagle exchange friendly banter about their age differences — and their career success.
"The genesis of all of this is related to bringing businesses to town," said Patrick Doherty, the city's director of economic development, in a December 2011 Mirror report.
The commercial was filmed in December 2011 at Starfire Sports Complex in Tukwila where the Sounders train. The project cost about $10,000.


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STAFFORD, TX --One person is in the hospital after an accident involving a parked flatbed trailer in Fort Bend County. The accident happened last night on Summer Park at FM 1092 near Stafford. Investigators say a driver in a Toyota Corolla hit the parked trailer.
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If you have a business where you are making money as a result of marketing your products through a sales team that you have hired, you may want to expand your reach into your market by hiring additional sales representatives. It is sometimes difficult to find trained professionals that are skilled at not only presenting the information about your products or services, but closing the deal so that new clients can be added to help your business grow. If you are in London, the following tips will show you how to select the best London sales recruitment agencies, companies that will only provide you with the best choices when it comes to building a sales force for your business.
What Are Sales Recruitment Agencies?
When you go to one of their websites, it is obvious what London sales recruitment agencies are providing. It is a business that is designed to find sales related entrepreneurs. These are individuals that are highly talented, perhaps having a track record for making sales for other companies that they have worked for, and are now looking for additional opportunities in the London area. Some of these businesses have multiple offices so that you can the many different individuals that are in their database. Most of them process your request very quickly, finding someone that is absolutely compatible with the products or services that you are offering.
How To Find The Right Sales Representative
The individual that you select needs to have what is called a high risk high reward personality. They are very confident individuals, people that will not take no for an answer, but will do so in a professional manner. They are skilled at handling any challenges that come their way, often able to secure a deal by simply presenting the information in a way that will motivate a person to buy. You can look at the resumes online, and by working with one of the London sales recruitment agencies directly, you can also get their personal opinion on who they would select for your company.
Choosing The Best London Sales Recruitment Agencies
There will likely be several potential candidates, businesses that have been doing this for many years or decades. If you have many colleagues in your industry, they will have likely used one of these companies to help improve their sales team. Additionally, there is often information on the web, testimonials that have been left by companies or individuals that have used these services. If they had a great experience, then there is the possibility that you will also have this occur, allowing you to generate more revenue for your business.
London sales recruitment agencies are always looking for businesses that need additional sales representatives. They understand that finding the right person to represent what you are selling is absolutely critical to a company's success. Sales are the key to revenue and growth in any industry, and much of this is made possible by sales reps that understand this business. Contact one of these recruitment agencies today and find one of the top individuals that is currently searching for work that will be a perfect fit for your company.


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Saturday, January 28, 2012
Happy Release Day!
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012
It's Tagging Tuesday
I've selected five paranormal novels from members on Paranormalists to post for our first event. Please go to the links and click on all the tags you agree with. This helps to move the author up on Amazon searches. If you would like your book to be considered for future tagging parties, please email me at
dlareejackson1 at gmail dot com (replacing the at with @ and the dot with .)
Okay, let's tag!
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Sunday, January 22, 2012
Happy Sunday,Paranormal Enlistees
Okay, I'm looking for some brave bloggers that would be willing to help me manage this blog. This blog is evolving and there's so much more we could do with it, to make it all it can be.
So... That being said, I'm looking for volunteers.
Officer Commisions up for grabs:
Operations officers--Two positions. We need bloggers who would like to help put special promo events together--this includes events like tagging parties or setting up holiday bashes and scavenger hunts, Publisher weeks where we spotlight different publishers. If you love to throw parties, put together promos--this might just be your thing and you will have the flexibility to reserve up to a full week for special events. This can be anything from live updates from conferences, from a contact in the field--or a simple one day tag party.
Recruiter--I need a volunteer that would be willing to respond to requests to join--we have 56 spots left and multiple requests in the queue for new members. You simply send them an invite when you get an email and anwser any questions they have about the blog--posting, etc.
Art/Marketing officer--update new covers and create buttons and badges for special events.
Link swap specialist--your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to go out and link swap with other sites, seeking other bloggers willing to post our links on their sites in exchange for us setting up a link to the their blog here. This can be anything paranormal related--from ghost-hunters, to pychics, to authors, artists, and even gamers who have blogs. This is about building a bigger community and reaching out to paranormal readers, wherever they may be.
Please email me at dlareejackson1 at gmail dot com, if you are interested.
Thanks for your help,
D L Jackson
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Sunday, January 15, 2012
Top rating for The Magic of Lavender!
Aubrey from Romancing the Book gave The Magic of Lavender a rating of Rose That Rules All, its top rating! Woot!
I'm so grateful Aubrey took the time to review it. All reviewers are swamped with requests these days, and it can be particularly difficult to get a self-pubbed novel reviewed.
Here's part of Aubrey's lovely review:
I've always loved books that center around Goddesses and The Magic of Lavender fits the bill perfectly.
The underworld that was created by Masters is unique in that it is an entirely different way at seeing Goddesses. The Inn is on ley lines that help Joss use her magic. Using the ley lines she makes the Lord of the Underworld angry. You really need to read the book to find out what happens!
I cannot wait to read the second book in this series and other works by Cate Masters. This book really made me escape my boring life and enter into one that magic is possible.
Thanks again, Aubrey!
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Labels: book review, dark paranormal, Goddess Connection, The Magic of Lavender, The Underworld
Friday, January 13, 2012
Party at TBR with Arlene Webb!
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Happy Release Day!
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Friday, January 6, 2012
A 12 Author Anthology, and Let it Rain takes the lead! Out today!
He doesn't give a damn about me. Lonely and bored, Blaire steps out of the sizzling sunny day into Lacey's Lamp expecting a cool drink, not to be asked what she thirsts for more than anything else. Captivated by the festive light dancing in the barkeep's gaze, she spits out the first silly thing that comes to mind. Unfortunately as thunderclouds gather, Blaire learns how dangerous wishes can be.
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I have a love/hate relationship with edits
As particular as I am about correct punctuation, grammar, and getting all the details right, I worry that I missed something. Or that the storyline has a hole.
So I am thrilled that Decadent Publishing contracted my dark paranormal novel, Dead to Rights.
I'd self-pubbed it last year, but hoped an editor could help me kick it up to that next level. (There's always a next level!) Unfortunately, I can't afford to hire an editor.
I just finished first-round edits, and am loving it. And hating it. Grueling as edits can be, I know I'll be happy with the end results.
I also wasn't satisfied Dead to Rights was receiving enough exposure. Lately, reviewers are swamped, so getting any reviews are difficult, but it's a little more difficult to entice a reviewer to read a self-pubbed novel, unfortunately. I'm hoping that now it will receive a little more attention.
And I just received this cover in my email. Beautiful, isn't it?
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Essential Instagram Glossary
[drop_cap]Instagram has certainly upped the ante for social sharing and visual storytelling; more than 75 million people are active on Instagram every day, sharing more than 40 million photos daily.[/drop_cap]
To help new Instagrammers navigate through the wealth of content available on the platform, we've created this essential Instagram glossary. We even discovered a few unknown tips and tricks of the trade along the way.
For the savvy 'Igers out there, we'll have an advanced glossary available in the coming weeks.
[section_title text="Pt. 1 | Basic Instagram Education"]
noun | [in-stah-gram]
A simple and fun mobile app that provides a way to connect with friends, explore ideas and discover the latest trends and unique photography from around the world.
Pro Tip
Don't be afraid to take your memories offline with one of these cool apps created specifically to download your Instagram images and turn them into art.
noun | yoo–zer–neym |
Your Instagram handle is the name that people use to identify you and may be different from your given name. Your username is the handle that people will use to tag you in comments and photos.
Pro Tip
[clickToTweet tweet="Use the same username on Instagram and Twitter to make it easy for people to connect with you" quote="Use the same username on Instagram and Twitter to make it easy for people to connect with you"]
noun | [bahy-oh]
Your Instagram bio is where you can provide a little bit of information about yourself, up to a maximum of 150 characters. You can add any or all of the following information:
- Name
- Link to your website or blog
- A 150 character blurb about who you are/what you do (you can include an email or phone contact)
Pro Tip
Edit the way your Instagram bio looks by changing the spacing or font of the text to make it stand out. The easiest was to save the formatting, such as hard returns and visual icons, is to write your content in Google Docs or something similar, then copy and paste the text into your bio via Instagram's web app.
noun | [feed]
Your photo gallery or 'feed' is the collection of photos you've posted to Instagram to create a collection of your photos. Try to think of your Instagram account not just as a single photo posted at a time but rather as a whole visual experience where the sum is greater than it's parts.
Pro Tip
[clickToTweet tweet="Create a visually appealing Instagram feed the same way you focus on each individual photo " quote="Create a visually appealing Instagram feed the same way you focus on each individual photo "]Comment
noun | [kom-ent]
A comment is the text directly below a post in which both you and other Instagrammers can add take advantage of. You can comment on the posts of other users to engage with the Instagram community.
Pro Tip
[clickToTweet tweet="Tag your friends in comments to easily share the Instagram photos you love" quote="Tag your friends in comments to easily share the Instagram photos you love"]
adjective | [lahyk]
Double tap a photo to show your love for it in the mobile app or click the heart on the web app. See what your friends are double tapping by going to the Following Feed under the Activity Tab.
Pro Tip
Want to see all the photos you've ever liked on Instagram? On the mobile app click the gear icon in the top right corner, under the Account section, click Photos You've Liked and voila!
noun | [pohst]
A post refers to a photo or video uploaded to Instagram.
Pro Tip
[clickToTweet tweet="Pre-schedule your posts for Instagram using Latergramme to visualize your content strategy " quote="Pre-schedule your posts for Instagram using Latergramme to visualize your content strategy "]Caption
noun | [kap-shuh n]
The caption of your post should provide insight or an explanation for the photo. Captions add context and are a great way to show your personality.
Morning vibes from English Bay ☀🌴 PS that sea of black is actually just birds !
A photo posted by Meagan Faye (@livingboldly.ca) on
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Add emoticons (sparingly) to your caption when appropriate.
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The hashtag is one of the most innovative tools of social media and allows posted content to become active and searchable by other users. Hashtags make it easy to follow trends, discover news, connect to new communities and create branded campaigns.
Pro Tip
Rather than adding hashtags to your photo caption, try adding them to your post in the first comment. This allows you to write compelling copy for your caption that stands out from the hashtag noise.
noun | [fil-ter]
Instagram provides 20 preset filters that combine unique elements including exposure, colour balance and contrast. You can also manually edit your photos (which many users tend to do).
Pro Tip
Manage your filters by clicking on the settings wheel (very last tab in the preset filters). You can change the order of the filters to put your favourites at the front or remove the filters you never use altogether.
noun | [hohm]
The home feed is a stream of the latest photos from the Instagrammers you're following.
Pro Tip
[clickToTweet tweet="Tweet your favourite Instagram photos from the app by tapping the three dots in the bottom corner" quote="Tweet your favourite Instagram photos from the app by tapping the three dots in the bottom corner"]
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The impossible has happened, as Capcom's Wii-exclusive fighter Tatsunoko vs. Capcom is actually making the jump across seas and headed our way later this year. As an automatic "no way" import status game, Tatsunoko brings a list of characters most people outside of Japan have never seen. So how is Capcom going to get people interested in the somewhat odd mash-up of Tatsunoko vs. Caocom? Well, quite simply, the company is going to show us just why these characters kick waves upon waves of ass.
Kicking off today is the first of many Tatsunoko vs. Capcom fighter profiles , complete with a huge slew of information on each character direct from the team, art of them in action – so you can put a face to the name – and more importantly some footage of those specific characters in action. We've got four fighters for you today, and with over five minutes of gameplay video (and nearly every super each of them can pull off) you'll know these fighters like the back of your hand if you read up and watch closely.
Round 1. FIGHT!
Bio: Morrigan Aensland is a hellraising succubus, born as the heir to the demonic realm of Makai. She was originally so powerful that her adopted pops Belial actually decided to split her powers between her, himself, and a (kind of) succubus sister Lilith, for Morrigan's own good. Or something.
Although Morrigan occasionally powered up by getting together with Lilith, she didn't return to her full S-Class bad-assitude until Belial croaked and she assumed the throne. In spite of her demon heritage, Morrigan isn't actually evil. She just likes dropping in on the human world to entertain herself, with occasionally explosive consequences.
Where you know her from: Morrigan has flown free of her Darkstalking roots to become a full-blown fan favorite. You'll find her in everything from traditional fighters like Darkstalkers, Capcom Vs SNK, and Marvel Vs Capcom 2, to Puzzle Fighter, Namco X Capcom, and cosplay conventions everywhere. Although she has a gorgeous new 3D model in Tatsunoko Vs Capcom, Capcom made it easy to spot her in earlier games by leaving her sprite basically unchanged for over a decade.
Signature Moves:
Darkness Illusion: Morrigan reunites with her "better half" succubus, Lilith, to dish out an epic beatdown that runs through nearly her entire repertoire of attacks.
"Bat Chair": This isn't a special move, but when you win, Morrigan's wings transform into a convenient floating chair made out of bats, which is extremely rad.
First Appearance: Darkstalkers: The Night Warriors
Last Seen In: Since showing up in Tatsunoko Vs Capcom, she's also reared her lovely head in the slightly baffling turn-based dress-up sim, Cross Edge.
Bio: Chances are good that you know as much or more about Polymar than you do about Saki. She was one of the lovely ladies of Capcom's Quiz Nanairo Dreams, a CPS-2 powered arcade game that never saw the light of day in the United States (was also released on Saturn and PS1 in Japan). Quiz Nanairo Dreams is a cross between a dating game and a quiz show, where players had to answer questions correctly in order to get further with the seven chicks. Eventually, the player collects crystals from each of the girls to use against the Devil King. Why does she have a giant laser gun in TvC? I honestly have no idea.
Where you know her from: You don't know Saki from anywhere, actually. She pops up as a helper character in the first Marvel VS Capcom game and in the even-more-obscure SNK VS Capcom: Card Fighters Clash for the Neo Geo Pocket Color (please tell me you don't actually own a Neo Geo Pocket Color). Saki is technically a "Wii exclusive" character, as she was not part of the roster in the Japanese arcade game.
Signature moves:
Reload: Obviously, her big damn gun is going to be the heart of Saki's moves and she doesn't disappoint. Players can actually pick the ammo that they want loaded up by using the Reload move. Pressing the Light attack button will give you Buckshot for short-range shotgun blasts. Medium is the Plasma Sphere, which will stick enemies and allow you to hit 'em cheap and hard. Finally, pressing the Hard attack button selects the Power Ammo which will rock your opponent into the sky.
Positron Storm: Saki slaps on her goggles (they do nothing!) and fires a veritable stream of fire up at an angle. Great for raking across gigantic enemies like Gold Lightan or for making people regret launching an aerial attack.
First appearance: Quiz Nanairo Dreams (1996)
Last seen in: Marvel VS Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes (1998)
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Sugar growers, vegetable farmers and nurserymen left their fields Thursday to meet with state representatives and speak of their growing concern over what they think is unreasonable government involvement in farming.
The words of more than 50 growers and farm-interest lobbyists, some fighting for their livelihoods, were welcomed by members of the state`s House Agriculture Committee, who hope to gain a better understanding of the problems facing growers.
What they heard were farmers` concerns over what they think are unfair government regulations and proposed regulations, which growers say will cost them money.
``I can survive progress,`` said Rick Roth, vice president of Roth Farms in Belle Glade. ``My biggest fear is of the government running me out of business.``
Roth said that growers are dependent upon the market to set prices, and ``The Florida vegetable farmer cannot pass on the cost (of farming).``
Growers told the five legislators they are concerned over possible state regulations that would require them to keep track of all pesticides they use. Farmers now must only keep records on restricted-use pesticides.
During the meeting west of Delray Beach, growers said they fear a regulation requiring them to list general-use pesticides would be costly.
``Those laws need to be written in a sensible way,`` Roth said.
The legislators said they too are concerned about the proposal.
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After reading indplswoodworking's post on the simple mitre Box produced as a result of calibrating their saw, this prompted me to post this "Test Cube".
How it came about was a result of seeing a box LLWW had produced with a mitered base.
I wanted to see if I could reproduce something as precise as Larry's on my compound miter saw.
As it was purely another one of my 'experiments" I only used some MDF I had lying around.
I set up the saw to cut precisly the width of the material into 45 Deg angled squares.
Cut six squares out.
Glued them together as pairs.
Assembled them into a cube.
Checked the results and lo and behold they were very accurate.
So I set to and made a second one just to make sure I didn't "fluke it"
Sure enough I obtained the exactly the same results.
So I set them on the bench and took the accompaning photos to share.
Yes you can get the accuracy and repeatability with precise set up and skillfull cutting using a miter saw.
So what am I going to do with them? Who knows, possibly glue them together and veneer the outsides.
Robert Brennan
-- Regards Rob
14 comments so far
#1 posted 03-20-2013 08:35 AM
You know, that might be a great little puzzle box…hook them on the easy one's and then really make them work on a much harder puzzle.
-- Larry in Hawaii,
#2 posted 03-20-2013 12:41 PM
I have made cubes like this as well but mine have been done on the table saw. Set the blade to 45 degrees, set the fence and make all the cuts. Theoretically is should be perfect every time.
-- When questioned about using glue on a garbage bin I responded, "Wood working is about good technique and lots of glue........I have the glue part down."
#3 posted 03-20-2013 01:09 PM
Nice work. I.ll bet that you learned a lot.
helluvawreck aka Charles
-- helluvawreck aka Charles, http://woodworkingexpo.wordpress.com
#4 posted 03-20-2013 03:12 PM
Great job with such close work!
-- Bob, Pittsford, NY @ www.patchwoods.com
#5 posted 03-20-2013 03:57 PM
That's an interesting exercise. I'll definitely have to try it the next time I'm on the miter saw. It kind of reminds me puzzle games I've seen. As a matter of fact, by gluing 3 sides together, It should make one of those puzzles boxes that are hard to figure out how to open.
#6 posted 03-20-2013 10:08 PM
Those are not the best looking 45 degree joints I have seen. I think that you need to tweek your settings.
-- Thor and Odin are still the greatest of Gods.
#7 posted 03-20-2013 10:12 PM
Rob, can you post closeups of the miter joints? From a distance they don't look like they come together. Thanks,
-- This is a Troll Free zone.
#8 posted 03-21-2013 06:02 AM
OMG there is in fact an error!
It looks like the saw may not be set up correctly
I will contact Einhell straight away for an answer.
Trying to find a precise accurate flat work area is a problem, so I hope the cast iron on my Table Saw is not defective.
Any way just as a distraction I looked up at my wood stash while I was trying to photograph the Test Cube and saw a tail poking out, wondering what it was I gave it a tug, and a small head appeared around the side as if to say "Do you mind"
-- Regards Rob
#9 posted 03-21-2013 06:24 AM
Rob, forget the miter for a minute. Look at your top pic and the pencil line. Your saw does not cut at 90 or the square you used to draw the line is not square. You may have more than one problem.
-- This is a Troll Free zone.
#10 posted 03-21-2013 06:35 AM
I am on it,
-- Regards Rob
#11 posted 03-21-2013 06:43 AM
OK, looks like a 90 deg error as you suspected, I managed to get the part with the pencil line on it and my square. There is a problem!
-- Regards Rob
#12 posted 03-22-2013 12:45 AM
Morning all.
P.S. The Water dragon stays, he/she and their family have been around for about 5 years, ever since I started feeding them fish from my pond at $25 a hit and kept wondering were all the fish were going!!
-- Regards Rob
#13 posted 03-22-2013 03:29 AM
Cool. I have blue tailed skinks all around my yard. It's spooky to hear the leaves rattle around out of the dead, calm, silence as you walk by and not see anything.
-- In the end, when your life flashes before your eyes, will you like what you see?
#14 posted 07-27-2013 05:16 AM
@madts. An honest answer for a change.
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Maria Susanna Cummins
|Maria Susanna Cummins
April 9, 1827
Salem, Massachusetts
October 1, 1866 (aged 39)
Dorchester, Massachusetts
|Romance, Girls' books
|Notable works
|The Lamplighter (1854)
Maria Susanna Cummins (April 9, 1827 – October 1, 1866) was an American novelist. She was the author of the widely popular novel The Lamplighter.
Maria Susanna Cummins was born in Salem, Massachusetts, on April 9, 1827. She was the daughter of Honorable David Cummins and Maria F. Kittredge, and was the eldest of four children from that marriage. The Cummins family resided in the neighborhood of Dorchester in Boston, Massachusetts. Cummins' father encouraged her to become a writer at an early age. She studied at Mrs. Charles Sedgwick's Young Ladies School in Lenox, Massachusetts.[1]
In 1854, she published the novel The Lamplighter, a sentimental book which was widely popular and which made its author well-known. One reviewer called it "one of the most original and natural narratives".[2] Within eight weeks, it sold 40,000 copies and totaled 70,000 by the end of its first year in print.[3] She wrote other books, including Mabel Vaughan (1857), none of which had the same success. Cummins also published in some of the popular periodicals of her day.
Cummins died in Dorchester after a period of illness on October 1, 1866.[4]
Selected bibliography[edit]
- 1864 : A Talk About Guides
- 1865 : Around Mull
- 1860 : El Fureidis
- 1864 : Haunted Hearts
- 1857 : Mabel Vaughan
- 1854 : The Lamplighter
Further reading[edit]
- Dictionary of Literary Biography. 1978ff. Detroit. Gale Research Company.
- Notable American Women: A Biographical Dictionary. 1971. Ed. Edward T. James, Janet Wilson James & Paul S. Boyer. 3 Bde. Cambridge, MA. The Belknap Press of Harvard UP.
- ^ Cummins, Maria Susanna - Introduction
- ^ Riegel, Robert Edgar. American Women: A Story of Social Change. Fairleigh Dickinson University Press, 1970: 166. ISBN 0-8386-7615-4
- ^ Bell, Michael Davitt. "Women's Fiction and the Literary Marketplace in the 1850s", Culture, Genre, and Literary Vocation: Selected Essays on American Literature. University of Chicago Press, 2001: 141. ISBN 978-0-226-04179-7
- ^ (3 October 1866). Death of Miss Maria Cummins, The Author, The New York Times (reporting based on Boston Transcript story)
This article incorporates text from a publication now in the public domain: Cousin, John William (1910). A Short Biographical Dictionary of English Literature. London: J. M. Dent & Sons. Wikisource
External links[edit]
- Dorchester Atheneum : Maria Susanna Cummins - biography
- Works by Maria Susanna Cummins at Project Gutenberg
- Works by or about Maria Susanna Cummins at Internet Archive
- Works by Maria Susanna Cummins at LibriVox (public domain audiobooks)
- The Lamplighter by Maria Susanna Cummins on the Internet Archive
- The Lamplighter by Rebecca Saulsbury at the Literary Encyclopedia
- "The Lamplighter" audio book at "Librivox"
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