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Night of the Demon
August 09, 2010, 03:39:03 PM »
The spirited exchanges between the hero and the villain are a treat, and the atmosphere is great, but what makes this movie special is the demon. It is a truly memorable addition to cinema's museum of monsters.
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August 09, 2010, 05:40:35 PM »
What gets me about this movie is what happens if the target of the demon is in a very public, very crowded place at the time. I mean, is this thing going to casually appear in front of 5,000 soccer fans at a match?
Also, what if the target is in some small, deep cave where there's no room for the demon to manifest? is it going to sit and wait there, hours, days, etc?
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August 09, 2010, 05:47:53 PM »
This is one of my all time favorite monster movies, I watch it at least once a year. Sam Raimi's recent Drag Me To Hell of course owes an immense debt to this one, but I do not see it as a rip off instead more as a homage.
The demon itself is very menacing, but any number of horror film history books will deride its inclusion in the film as unnecessary. Apparently the shots featuring the demon were filmed later and included on the demand of the producer whereas the director Jacques Tournier wanted it left more up to the viewers imagination. Either scenario would have worked well in my opinion, and I agree with Andrew this is one awesome movie monster!
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August 09, 2010, 09:41:09 PM »
I enjoyed this movie greatly when I saw it at our local college's film series many years ago. It's based on a short story, "Casting the Runes" by M.R. James, who wrote more consistently scary ghost stories then anyone since Ambrose Bierce.
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August 10, 2010, 09:31:22 PM »
Either I'm doing something wrong, or the soundtrack clip is missing (or mislinked)... when I click on that link I get an error page saying the file I'm looking for doesn't exist.
From Andrew: Sorry, my mistake. That link should not have been present.
Last Edit: August 11, 2010, 11:52:27 AM by Andrew
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August 11, 2010, 11:30:09 AM »
I remember this movie from the 8mm reels I saw as a child. I don't know where they are now, but that Demon is one a youngster does not soon forget. I can remember that image of the demon you have included in your screen shots. Each time my brothers would want to set up the projector and watch movies, I would cry, not the monster one. I will definitly seek out this one for my Bad Movie collection.
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August 11, 2010, 03:30:07 PM »
This is a very good to great horror movie. I am shocked that Andrew hasn't gotten any outraged complaints yet: "How dare you put this classic on a site devoted to bad movies!"
People should be warned off watching the edited version of this movie, titled CURSE OF THE DEMON. It's available on the flip side of at least one of the DVD releases of the movie, but should not be watched by accident unless you're looking to compare differences between the edited and the full version.
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August 11, 2010, 05:43:14 PM »
Since Monster Jungle X-Ray has already talked about the monster in the film, let's talk about the mood. This is one of the best movies I've ever seen for establishing the mood, and it establishes it right at the beginning, as you know something is wrong, you just don't what.
In establishing mood, it also helps that the film is shot in black-and-white. (IMHO) it'd be alot less moody movie, if the film was shot in color.
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August 11, 2010, 10:23:38 PM »
I feel this is one of the very best horror films of the 1950s IMO. In a decade dominated by Science Fiction style horrors and terrors, this film seems more of a return to a more traditional style of Horror story and it's done very effectively I think. Very spooky and creepy and holds up surprisingly well.
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August 12, 2010, 07:23:12 AM »
Quote from: judge death on August 09, 2010, 05:40:35 PM
Also, what if the target is in some small, deep cave where there's no room for the demon to manifest? is it going to sit and wait there, hours, days, etc?
The thought that it would wait for the doomed person to emerge is very much in the spirit of the creature. I'd also guess that the cave might suddenly fill with fire and brimstone, or perhaps just a claw would reach out of the netherworld to execute the death sentence.
Quote from: Rev. Powell on August 11, 2010, 03:30:07 PM
This is a very good to great horror movie. I am shocked that Andrew hasn't gotten any outraged complaints yet: "How dare you put this classic on a site devoted to bad movies!"
Hopefully, those who had the initial reaction read the review and understood that I love the movie, and feel that it is a very well-executed effort. It is also possible that the people who would remark that way are also the types who do not watch many B&W films.
Quote from: therover on August 11, 2010, 11:30:09 AM
I remember this movie from the 8mm reels I saw as a child. I don't know where they are now, but that Demon is one a youngster does not soon forget. I can remember that image of the demon you have included in your screen shots. Each time my brothers would want to set up the projector and watch movies, I would cry, not the monster one. I will definitly seek out this one for my Bad Movie collection.
I probably saw this movie on Channel 29's Creature Double Feature sometime around 1980. The Demon's otherworldly visage stuck with me through these many years. Simple by today's standards, but incredibly effective. What many CGI artists do not quite get is that special effects do not have to look perfectly real. They need draw the viewer into the story. If you've ever seen a good production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream" or a well-done performance of "The Nutcraker," you know what I mean. The sets and costumes don't have to look like real life. They have to look like they belong to the story, and the viewer has to want to be part of that story - to live in it for a little while. Then everything clicks.
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August 13, 2010, 10:02:37 PM »
If the movie makes any mistake, I think it's that it shows the demon too soon. It should not be seen in the first murder, but be the payoff at the end. It's still a very effective demon.
And why not review a well-made movie here once in a while? I'm sure it's like a breath of fresh air for Andrew.
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August 14, 2010, 02:09:32 PM »
>>Reply 1
I got the impression that no one but the intended victim can see the demon. Also, that the deaths appear to accidental (or at least the ones we see. The first is death by electrocution and ther second by being run over by a train). As for hiding somewhere small, perahps the demon can reduce it's size or kill you in some other fashion other than direct attack?
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September 08, 2010, 05:48:41 PM »
There are only three theatrical films that heavily feature the game of Snakes 'n' Ladders. Two of them are reviewed at this site. This is one of them. The other is "Lair of the White Worm." And the third theatrical film to heavily feature the game is "The Golden Fortress" from 1974.
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September 15, 2010, 10:58:02 PM »
Several points are worth making here. Firstly, director Jacques Toureur, who took his name off the film in disgust at studio interference, apparently wanted the demon to be much less explicit. He intended for it not to appear at all at the beginning, and to be glimpsed subliminally during the final scene so that the viewers wouldn't be quite sure what they'd seen, or even whether they'd seen it at all. If anybody fancies making a "Director's Cut" on their PC, all they have to do is remove every shot of the demon, except for one-fifth of a second at the very end (the director specified that it should appear on exactly five frames of film). The music will skip a bit, but you'll be seeing what the director wanted you to.
Also, I'm surprised that no mention is made in this review of my favourite scene, in which Karswell, who by way of camouflaging his true nature has charitably thrown a kiddies' party at his mansion, and is entertaining the little 'uns with magic of the rabbit-out-of-a-hat variety, is suddenly confronted by the hero, who by now suspects that something is very badly wrong. Karswell seamlessly shifts gear from jolly children's entertainer to genuine magus and freaks out all concerned - especially the kiddies - by summoning a violent storm out of nowhere. And the great thing is, he plays the scene in full clown make-up! Is this the very first true Evil Clown Movie?
Talking of which, anyone familiar with "The Last Of The Summer Wine", the world's longest-running sitcom - it finally ended a couple of weeks ago after a run of 37 years (basically because almost the entire cast were dead, along with, one suspects, most of the audience) - will be familiar with Brian Wilde, who played lovable old fool "Foggy" Dewhurst for most of that time. Watch out for him in this film - he's the Satanist who screws up so badly that Karswell sics the demon on him too, ultimately causing him to dive through a high window rather than let it catch up with him (yet another indirect death caused by a demon whose very existence the director intended to be ambiguous).
Finally, I think it's worth pointing out that "The Night Of The Eagle" (1962), delightfully known in the USA as "Burn, Witch, Burn!", is basically this film remade as a true Bad Movie, sort of like an episode of "Bewitched" directed by a very, very young David Lynch. Personally I think it's involuntarily hilarious, and far worthier of inclusion on a bad movie website than Tourneur's flawed but excellent film. Anyone fancy reviewing it?
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Thanks to Julie and Liz I have to fill this out again this year. So here goes my 2009 year in review!
What did you do in 2009 that you'd never done before?
Had a child live with me for the summer.
Did you keep your new year's resolutions, and will you make more for next year?
I don't really make resolutions, I work on goals.
Did anyone close to you give birth?
A few friends.
Did anyone close to you die?
No one really close to me, but my BFF lost her dear grandmother and I loved her dearly. My cousin however just lost her son yesterday morning. I didn't know him because they live so far away, but from what I understand he was a wonderful young man.
What countries did you spend time in this year?
Mexico and USA
What would you like to have in 2010 that you lacked in 2009?
A better job.
A better understanding of myself.
And a ring for goodness sake. LOL
What dates from 2009 will remain etched upon your memory, and why?
May 9th - LW and I celebrated one year of dating with a trip to Mexico.
June 6th - the day LW told me that Kassidy would be staying all summer with us.
What was your biggest achievement(s) of the year?
Learning how to parent someone else's child. It's such a tough job.
Being offered a position at work to lead the testing integration of an application. Beyond thrilled to be the lead for this project.
What was your biggest failure?
Letting myself go in the weight department.
Did you suffer any serious injury or illness?
Besides coming home from Mexico with Montazuma's Revenge, I can't think of anything.
What was the best thing you bought?
Stuff for the girls. Nothing makes me happier than buying stuff for Kassidy and Lauren.
For me personally, probably my Cricut.
Whose behaviour merited celebration?
I'd have to say LW. He has been so supportive and we have talked through everything together. I think he realizes just how much I do for him and the girls and how much I truly love the three of them. They are my world.
Whose behaviour made you appalled and/or depressed?
It makes me sad that my family, who all said they would stop smoking after my mom died, are still smoking. I wish they would quit.
Where did most of your money go?
Kassidy and Lauren! I'd buy anything for those girls. And crafting supplies!
Compared to this time last year, are you,
a) happier or sadder? The last part of the year was hard for me since I have to accept that I will be having a hysterectomy, but for the most part I was a happy girl.
b) thinner or fatter? Fatter. And I have no one to blame but myself.
c) richer or poorer? Neither rich nor poor.
What did you get really, really excited about?
Going on vacation with the family to Disney. There is something so special about seeing a 10 year olds eyes light up when they cross the gates into the Disney compound.
What do you wish you'd done more of?
I wish I would have gotten better at using my Nikon D40. I feel like I didn't spend enough time learning the tricks of using the camera.
Did you fall in love in 2009?
I fell deeper into love with LW. He's my world.
How many one-night stands?
LMAO um ya nope.
Do you hate anyone now that you didn't hate this time last year?
I have zero hate for people. There is one person who I dislike, but I don't hate people.
What was the best book you read?
The Twillight Series!
What did you want and not get?
An engagement ring. I still got time right? LOL
What did you do on your birthday, and how old were you?
I was stuck at work late working on a production problem, but then after that, LW took me to dinner at the Ocean Club. Then he slide a tiny blue box across the table. A beautiful pair of Tiffany earrings were inside.
What one thing would have made your year immeasurably more satisfying?
Winning the lottery and spending it on family and friends!
Who did you miss?
My mom. It stinks that she will never meet LW.
Who was the best new person you met?
Amy - she makes me want to craft!
Tell us a valuable life lesson(s) you learned in 2009.
Life is about lessons. You must learn from them. Patience is key. Also never ever respond to an email that makes you angry. Walk away. Then write a response. LOL
What sums up this year? (a word, a quote... ?)
Happiness straight ahead.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
2009 Year in Review
Thanks to Julie and Liz I have to fill this out again this year. So here goes my 2009 year in review!
Posted by Danica at 8:25 AM 4 comments
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Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Christmas 2009
So here we have it. My Christmas post. I'm slightly behind as I have been sick this past week. Wish I was closer to being on the mend, but I'm not. Hopefully by tomorrow I will be.
The Monday before Christmas I attended a cookie exchange. Below are the goodies that were shared. There were a lot of wonderful cookies. And I hate to say it, we still have left overs!
Next we had Christmas Eve at my niece's house. We had a wonderful time. Kassidy was unable to be with us for the party, but she did stay Christmas Eve at our house.
Of course on Christmas Eve we always get new PJ's. LW's were so funny. Not sure how well you can see them, but on his PJ bottoms are snowmen that are officials. Of course they are football officials, but none the less...they are officials! Kass and I couldn't resist.
Finally we have Christmas morning. Miss Kassidy didn't wake us up until after 7am. Talk about being in shock. She insisted that she would be waking us up at 5am! She told me she was up at 5am, but didn't wake us up. If I was her age, I would have been done opening my presents by 7am. We had such a fun time. I have never done the whole Christmas/Santa thing with kids before. It was tiring, but so worth it to see her face. I know this is her last year to believe, but I will never stop leaving surprises from Santa for the girls.
In one of the pictures below you will see Kassidy doing her iPod dance. That child was so thrilled to get an iPod for Christmas. It's always so much fun watching her get excited...and appreciate all that we do for her. That's the best gift ever.
For those wondering, NO LW did not propose. But that's okay he got me the two best gifts that I was dying for....black Ugg boots and a James Patterson book, "I, Alex Cross." And of course he threw in a beautiful diamond necklace. Imagine my face when I saw "he went to Jareds." I did have the best Christmas ever.
I will close with our family picture. Last year was our first Christmas together so I took a picture of all three of us together. I decided to make it an annual tradition. It's so fun to watch how we have changed. Especially Kassidy who is growing into such a beautiful young lady. I am so blessed!
Of course I can't forget our two furry family members...Boots and Boomer.
Happy New Year my friends. I'll see you in the new year.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Two years ago today...
I lost my Mom to lung cancer. It was a short battle for her as she was diagnosed early September, had surgery to remove part of her lung in October, and died in December.
It's been a long journey for my family. We have grown closer over the last two years. When my Mom died my oldest sister and I were not speaking (it has been 4 years since we last spoke). Now my oldest sister and I are spending more time together...not like we use to, but enough to feel good about it.
The grandkids all got older and every time I'm with them they talk about grandma, so it's nice to see that she will never be forgotten.
When my Mom passed I was single. Losing your parent is tough, losing your parent when you have no one to go home to to hold you and cry with you and tell you every thing will be okay, was down right depressing. I will never forget leaving the hospital after she has died. When I got home I walked into an empty, quiet, dark house. I laid on the couch for a bit crying, wishing for just one second I could have someone there to make it all better. And then, just as quickly as the tears came on, the anger took over and I tore down every last Christmas decoration I had put up, and hauled my fake tree to the curb, vowing to never celebrate another Christmas.
Last year, our first Christmas without her, was difficult and it's only because of LW that I put up a Christmas tree or any decorations at all. He said I needed to do this for us...for our family...for Kassidy...for my Mom. So this year it was easier to put up the Christmas tree and decorations for I had something positive in my life. I had LW, Kassidy and Lauren. I had a reason to celebrate. And there on my tree this year is an angel ornament that LW got for me. It's to represent my Mom and all she means to me. So every Christmas she will be with me.
The time will get easier I suppose. But today I'm allowed to grieve her loss. She meant more to me then she will probably ever know.
Posted by Danica at 8:04 AM 7 comments
Sunday, December 27, 2009
So very sick.....
I'm too tired to write a big post about being sick, seeing friends this weekend and about the holidays. I hope I can get to it this week if I start feeling better.
My cold started in my head yesterday and has caused lots of issues with focus, my eye sight and headaches. I'm in so much pain and my face is swollen (right side). I thought I was getting better until I got up to put a load of laundry in. I'm now heading back to bed as I can't concentrate.
I hope everyone had a great holiday. Ours was fantastic and I can't wait to share.
I promise to get to everyone's blogs this week. For now I need to rest.
Posted by Danica at 5:44 PM 3 comments
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Monday, December 21, 2009
Cookie Exchange
Tonight I have a cookie exchange with 11 other girls. I'm so excited to taste their creations and just hang out with my girls. The guys will also be doing a beer exchange, which is funny when I look back. I told LW he had to bring 1 six pack of beer for every guy attending. Can you imagine bringing 11 six packs of beer to a party and going home with 11 six packs? Oy. Turns out, he has to bring 1 bottle of beer for every guy. Now that sounds better!!
My cookies leave much to be desired. I had perfect intentions and failed miserably. The instructions said that the dough makes 3 dozen cookies. So I doubled the recipe twice so I would have 12 dozen. Not too bad. When all was said and done I had 8 dozen cookies!!! :( I must have made some cookies far too big. I know some cookies bit the dust early on as these are very fragile cookies (peppermint candy canes).
Thankfully earlier I made white/milk chocolate chip cookies, so when I bagged my cookies for the exchange I bagged some candy cane cookies and some white/milk chocolate chip cookies. I suppose it's the thtought that counts, but boy did I royally screw up! Next year I'm going to stick with easy, less time consuming cookies. My hands hurt from scooping and twisting dough all morning.
At any rate, I can't wait to come home with 11 dozen cookies to share with my family this holiday.
However I just may steal LW's beer. I could use a drink right now!
Posted by Danica at 8:07 AM 6 comments
Friday, December 18, 2009
Christmas Fun
We are beyond happy that Kassidy is spending the night with us on Christmas Eve. LW has always reserved Christmas Eve for Kassidy to be with her Mom and her Mom's family on that day. So Christmas morning (very early) he would go pick up Kassidy and spend the day with her.
Well this year, Kassidy asked me if she could spend the night on Christmas Eve. The giddy little girl inside of me wanted to scream "YES!" But I told her she would have to discuss this with her mom and dad. She never talked to LW about it (I did and he was beyond happy) but apparently we found out she talked to her mom about it. Kassidy's mom has NO problem with her staying at our house Christmas Eve but we have to pick her up after the festivities are over as Kassidy's mom's mom's house…ha!
A little part of me cried when I found this out. The one thing I always wanted to be was a mom. I always wanted to put cookies out, always wanted to put the little one to bed and then sneak their presents downstairs and fill their stocking. It makes me beyond gleeful to know that I will be able to do this this year. While Kassidy does not believe in Santa, we have taught her to believe in the spirit of Christmas.
I can't wait to put her to bed on Christmas Eve after our traditional evening of drinking hot coca or wine and watching "Christmas Vacation" lounging in our new Christmas pjs. I can't wait to carry all of her presents downstairs from their super secret hiding spot and stack them so she'll seem them first thing in the morning and fill her stocking to the very tip top.
I wouldn't care if she was 10 or 20, I just can't wait to see her face on Christmas morning. I have worked so hard to make this Christmas special for both of the girls. While Lauren can't be with us, I made sure to spoil her rotten with a nice size package that will make it to her house just in time for Christmas Eve. Lauren even has her own stocking filled to the top with fun, silly, girlie stuff.
God had other plans for me in the mommy department. And it's amazing. Every day I thank him for the family he gave me.
That is the best Christmas present hands down.
Posted by Danica at 8:58 AM 4 comments
Labels: Christmas Eve, Kassidy, Lauren, LW
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
2010 Goals
2010 is going to be full of change. I've decided to spend 12 months hunkering down on my finances and putting my physical health first.
My top 10 list of things I am truly going to try to attempt are:
1. Train to run a half marathon (race to be held in October 2012 – but wanting to shoot for October 2011). I'm going for distance, not time.
2. I'm going to have my nails removed. It's an expense that is not needed. I love them but quite honestly I am too hard on them and I really just don't have the time for maintaining them at the moment.
3. Take one vacation instead of two. I'm blessed that I can afford more than one vacation a year, but this coming year we decided to do a family vacation to Arizona for a week and a half to see LW's daughter graduate. We'll do some weekend get-a-ways but if we want to head to Paris in 2011 we must not dip into the savings for additional vacation fun next year.
4. Spend more time crafting gifts and cards. My goal is to make every birthday, anniversary, get well, sympathy, holiday card next year.
5. Take more classes to work towards my second bachelors degree. I have one down, 7 to go!
6. Not purchase a single pair of pants/shorts/capris (other than PJs – a secret obsession of mine) until I have lost at least 8-10 pounds. Weigh in day, January 2nd.
7. Spend more time in the gym with the weights.
8. Pack my lunch every day but once/twice in a month (we have team lunches or birthday lunches at least once a month). I'm pretty good at this now, but I want to see if I can cut back even more. Not only is it easy on the wallet, it's good for your health!
9. Not purchase a new car! I want one so bad I can taste it. I have 15 months left to pay on my car and my goal is to get it paid off and drive it for 6/8 months after that. This is really hard for me because I have had my car for awhile and I so badly want a new one, but LW is teaching me the art of paying off a car and reaping the financial benefit. He's so right! I can see dollar signs.
10. Track my spending. I use Quicken at home but I don't pay attention to where the money is going. I'm saving, but not nearly enough. I can do better, so my goal is to double what I'm saving now and find a better way to make 'do' with what I have. If I did this for one year, think of the possibilities! I have a spreadsheet built and ready to be used starting in January. I have already listed my expenses vs my income vs my savings. I clearly see some change is needed!
So to track my goals, I plan to do a blog update at the end of every month. I am going to become accountable and find better ways of managing my money and managing my health. It's not about being skinny, but being healthy.
January 2nd I will do a financial and physical weigh in.
Then it's all up to me to make the necessary changes. I know I can do this. It's what is truly best for me.
What are your goals/plans for 2010?
Posted by Danica at 11:17 AM 10 comments
Labels: 2010 goals
Monday, December 14, 2009
Missing Piece
I'm so lucky. I obviously don't have children of my own, but LW has the greatest daughters. I talk about Kassidy all of the time, only because she's here with us in Ohio. But Lauren, who lives in Arizona, hasn't been home since LW and I had gotten serious. He's been making the trips to Arizona to see her. So I have never physically met her.
But last night she texted me to talk about Christmas and the very last text from her made me cry. It said: "I appreciate it all. I was just telling Craig how awesome you are because you haven't even met me yet and you treat me so well and you take care of me and you are here when I need to talk. It's just so wonderful. Thanks Ms. Danica a lot."
She's dying to get me something for Christmas and I keep telling her to save her money for college (she graduates in May) and that all I need is to know she appreciates how much I love her. Those few words meant the world to me. She's such a beautiful, smart young woman. She means so much to me. And I only wish that all four of us could be together all of the time. I know soon she's going to grow into her own family, but I hope she never forgets us. I can't wait to be a mother to those girls (and a grandmother some day!). While I wish I had my own children, LW has given me the most amazing gift…a family.
I am truly blessed!
Posted by Danica at 10:40 AM 7 comments
Labels: Lauren
Friday, December 11, 2009
Christmas Parties
This weekend is the start of several Christmas parties I'll be attending. I'm so excited to see old friends, meet new friends, and have just an all around great time.
Tonight I start off at a party with my local chat board girls. I'm so excited and so appreciative that Erin is opening her home to a gaggle of girls. Should be a fantastic time. Some of the girls attending have become such wonderful, special friends to me. I love them all dearly! I'm also looking forward to meeting new friends.
Tomorrow my neighbor is having her 2nd Annual James Christmas Bash. LW will not be able to join Kassidy and I as he will be in PA officiating a college basketball game. Kassidy and I will still have a great time though. All of the neighbor kids just adore her. It melts my heart to see Riley, who is 5, come running up to Kassidy for hugs every time she sees her. That's what Christmas is about...friends, family, love, respect, laughter.
Next week my team and I will be delivering goodies to our two adopt-a-families. We all worked so hard to pull off this event. Prior to the event though, our team is having our annual holiday pot-luck. I'm looking forward to mingling with my co-workers and spreading cheer to our adopt-a-families. I love the spirit of Christmas.
There are more parties to come and I'm sure I'll tell you all about them.
The days are drawing closer to the second year without my Mom. December 29th is the anniversary of her passing. It won't be an easy day, but in my heart I know she's in a better place. My sister saved the wreath I laid on her grave last year from us kids. I'm so happy she did so that every year we can go back and lay that very same wreath on her grave. This year though, my great-niece (yes I have a niece who has a daughter) and sister (her granddaughter is my great-niece) added additional decorations to the wreath and placed it on my Mom's grave the week after Thanksgiving. I'm anxious to see how it turned out. They took pine cones from my Mom's old tree in her back yard. This year the wreath will have an extra special touch. I love it.
In the spirit of the holidays I hope everyone takes time to remember those that are serving our country (my sister's step son is overseas in Iraq) and can't be with their families. I also hope we take time to give to those in need.....time, money, prayers, laughter, support, whatever you can do.
Happy Holiday Season friends!
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Christmas Cards
This year I decided to hand make 61 Christmas cards. While I have done this in the past, this year I put a little more effort into them. Essentially I got serious!
So below are some of my favoites that I made. Some are one of a kind, some are out of a set of four I made at a craft meeting, and some I threw together, hated, but figured what the hell. I made it so I'll send it. At least I tried.
Happy Holidays!
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Labels: Christmas
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Stocking Give Away!
A blogging buddy of mine, Tammy, is giving away a beautifully hand made stocking. If you would like to enter to win, please click on the link below:
Tammy I'd love to add your button to my blog but for some reason it's blocked and I can't pull it down. It couldn't be because I am at work doing this, now could it?! :)
At any rate folks, pass this on. Tammy is a sweet, loving, kind person. You'll enjoy getting to know her.
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Labels: Christmas Give Away
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Lauren is LW's oldest daughter. This past week while he was in Arizona he shot some beautiful pictures of her. I am so blessed to have such a beautiful family. Lauren is a sweet, loving and kind girl. While I've never met her in person we have spoken on the phone, through text messages and through the Internet. She's a wonderfully talented young lady and I look forward to watching her grow up.
The young man in the picture is Lauren's boyfriend. LW seems very fond of him, so I hope he stinks around. :)
The other two girls with Lauren are her friends who were in the dance recital with her. Lauren dances to jazz and modern. LW said she did a fantastic job. He was so proud of her! She is also on her high school varsity basketball team. And we all know LW is happy about that!
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Labels: basketball, Lauren, LW
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
LW is in Arizona for a few days.
Is it sad that I'm excited about that? :-) I love him and love spending time with him, but I have a lot of shopping to get done and cards to finish making, so I think it works out. I can stay up and out late as he won't be home until Saturday night. I always feel guilty doing my crafty stuff at home when he's home. I love spending time with him snuggling. But it will all be fine and I'll get my stuff accomplished while he's gone and he'll get some good ole quality time with his oldest daughter.
I miss him already though.
He's headed to see his oldest daughter compete in a dance competition. I made him take the camera so he can come home with lots of good pictures for me to share. I'm sad I couldn't go but I think it will be nice for him to spend some alone time with his daughter. I'm so excited for her though and wish I could watch her compete. Wish her luck!
Over the weekend Kassidy made Lauren a card and a pair of earrings to wish her good luck. It's so cute. I wish I could have snapped a picture of the card before she signed it, but oh well. I do have a picture of the earrings and will share those as soon as LW gets home (their on the camera!).
Here's to my first night alone...woot woot.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Kassidy makes me laugh!
That child is so funny. I swear if you knew us you would think she was my daughter. She has the same thoughts and feelings as me and she also has the same tender heart...always thinking of others. I can only hope that I am some kind of positive influence in her life.
But last night she called my cell phone (which LW never gave her my number so I can only guess that she got my cell phone number from Lauren - her sister) to ask me when my birthday is. She said she is doing a project for school. Really? She wanted to include me? That made me feel so good. Like we really were a family. Then no more than two minutes later she calls me back to ask me when Boots and Boomer's birthday's are. I could not stop laughing. She was so cute. She couldn't understand that I didn't know the days they were born, only the months and years. HA! She just loves 'her cats' as she likes to call them. She reminds me every time we have her how they are her cats. Makes me all warm and fuzzy inside.
I love being a family. I'm sad I can't have my own, but I'm grateful to have Kassidy and Lauren. Both of them remind me just how special life really is. I have so much to be happy about.
Life is good!
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American Liberty
Argument Present Situation of Affairs in North-America.—Address to the Deity.— Unhappy Situation of New-England, in particular.—The first Emigrations of the Colonists from Europe.—Cruelties of the Indian Natives.— All our Hopes of future Safety depend secondarily on our present Resolution and Activity.—Impossible for British Soldiers to join heartily for the purpose of enslaving us.—Present happy Unanimity among the Colonies.—The Baseness of pensioned Writers against their native Country.—General Gage's late Proclamation.—The Odium consequent upon his Undertaking his present Office.—Character of a weak Monarch.— Popery established in Canada.—General Washington.—The Honourable Continental Congress.—Hancock.—Adams.—Invitation to Foreigners to retire hither from their respective Slavish Regions.—Bravery of the New-England Forces in the late Engagements.—The determined Resolution of the Colonies to be free.—The future Happiness of America if she surmounts the present Difficulties.
Once more Bellona, forc'd upon the stage, Inspires new fury, and awakes her rage, From North to South her thun'dring trumpet spreads Tumults, and war and death, and daring deeds. What breast but kindles at the martial sound? What heart but bleeds to feel its country's wound? For thee, blest freedom, to protect thy sway, We rush undaunted to the bloody fray; For thee, each province arms its vig'rous host, Content to die, e'er freedom shall be lost. Kind watchful power, on whose supreme command The fate of monarchs, empires, worlds depend, Grant, in a cause thy wisdom must approve, Undaunted valour kindled from above, Let not our souls descend to dastard fear, Be valour, prudence both united here, Now as of old thy mighty arm display; Relieve the opprest, and saving power convey. 'Tis done, and see th' omnipotent befriends, The sword of Gideon, and of God descends. Ah, see with grief fair Massachusetts' plains, The seat of war, and death's terrific scenes; Where darling peace with smiling aspect stood, Lo! the grim soldier stalks in quest of blood: What madness, heaven, has made Britannia frown? Who plans our schemes to pull Columbia down? See Boston groan beneath the strong blockade, Her freedom vanish'd, and destroy'd her trade; Injur'd, opprest, no tyrant could exceed The cruel vengeance of so base a deed. New Albion's sons whom honest freedom moves, (My heart admires them, and my verse approves), Tir'd of oppression in a Stuart's reign, A Popish faction, ministerial train; Bravely resolv'd to leave their native shore And some new world, they knew not where, explore, Far in the West, beyond where Poets said, The Sun retir'd, and Cynthia went to bed. Few then had seen the scarce discover'd Bourne, From whence like death yet fewer did return: Dire truths from thence the wand'ring sailor brought, Enlarg'd by terror, and the power of thought, With all the forms that pict'ring fancy gives, With all the dread that in idea lives; Fierce Cannibals that sought the blood of man, Vast cruel tribes that through the desart ran, Giants whose height transcends the tow'ring oak, Brutes with whose screams the trembling forest shook,— All these and more they held no cause of fear, Since naught but slavery, dreadful could appear. Ah, see the day, distressful to the view, Wives, husbands, fathers, bid a long adieu. Dear native land, how heav'd the heavy sigh, When thy last mountains vanish'd on the eye; Then their frail barks, just enter'd on the sea, Pursu'd the long, uncomfortable way: But pitying heav'n the just design surveys, Sends prosp'rous gales, and wafts them o'er the seas. Behold the shore; no rising cities there, To hail them welcome from the sea appear, In the wild woods the exil'd host were spread, The heavens their covering, and the earth their bed: What expectations but a life of woe? Unnumber'd myriads of the savage foe, Whose brutal fury rais'd, at once might sweep The adventurers all to death's destructive sleep; Yet 'midst this scene of horror and despair, Stout industry began his office here, Made forests bend beneath his sturdy stroke, Made oxen groan beneath the sweaty yoke, Till half the desart smil'd and look'd as gay As northern gardens in the bloom of May. But ah, review the sorrows interwove, How thye fierce native with the stranger strove;— So heaven's bright lamp, the all-reviving sun, Just as his flaming journey is begun, Mists, fogs and vapours, sprung from damps of night, Mount up and strive to dim the approach of light; But he in triumph darts his piercing ray, Scatters their forces and pursues his way. Oft when the husband did his labour leave To meet his little family at eve, Stretch'd in their blood he saw each well known face, His dear companion and his youthful race; Perhaps the scalp with barbarous fury torn, The visage mangled, and the babe unborn Ripp'd from its dark abode, to view the sun, Ere nature finish'd half she had begun. And should we now when spread thro' ev'ry shore, Submit to that our fathers shunn'd before? Should we, just heaven, our blood and labour spent, Be slaves and minions to a parliament? Perish the thought, nor may one wretch remain, Who dares not fight and in our cause be slain; The cause of freedom daunts the hireling foe, And gives each Sampson's strength toward the blow, And each, like him whom fear nor force confines, Destroys a thousand modern Philistines. Who fights to take our liberty away, Dead-hearted fights and falls an easy prey; The cause, the cause, most cruel to enslave, Disheartens thousands, and unmans the brave: Who could have thought that Britons bore a heart, Or British troops to act so base a part? Britons of old renown'd, can they descend T' enslave their brethren in a foreign land? What oath, what oath, inform us if you can, Binds them to act below the worth of man? Can they whom half the world admires, can they Be advocates for vile despotic sway? Shall they, to every shore and clime renown'd, Enforce those acts that tyranny did found? Yet sure if this be their resolv'd design, Conquer they shall where'er the sun doth shine; No expedition prov'd unhappy yet, Can we Havanna's bloody siege forget, Where British cannon the strong fortress tore, And wing'd whole legions to its infernal shore. Or does the voice of fame so soon forego Gibraltar's action, and the vanquish'd foe, Where art and nature both at once combin'd To baffle all our hardy troops design'd?— Yet there Britannia's arms successful sped, While haughty Spaniards trembled, felt and fled. So say the pensioned fools of slavery, So say our traitors, but so say not I—( (Tories or traitors, call them what you choose, Tories are rogues, and traitors imps broke loose). But know, ye few, the scandal of our land, On whom returns the blood that we expend, Those troops whose fears are told on every shore, Here lose their spirit and are brave no more; When armies fight to gain some cruel cause, Establish tyrants or destructive laws, True courage scorns to inspire the hateful crew, Recall past fame, or spur them on to new; Dark boding thoughts the heavy soul possess, And ancient valour turns to cowardice. Dark was the prospect, gloomy was the scene, When traitors join'd to break our union chain: But soon, by heaven inspir'd, arose the cry, Freedom or death, unite, unite or die. Now far and wide a manly spirit reigns, From Canada to Georgia's sun burnt plains; Few now insult with falsehood's shameless pen, Monsters from Tophet, driv'n in shapes of men: Few pension'd scribblers left the daring head, Some have turn'd lunatics and some have fled— Some, late converted, scarce their pensions hold, And from mere force disdain the charms of gold. What deep offence has fir'd a monarch's rage, What moonstruck madness seized the brain of Gage? Laughs not the soul, when an imprison'd few Affect to pardon those they can't subdue? Tho' twice repuls'd and hemm'd up to their stations, Yet issue pardons, oaths, and proclamations, As if at sea some desperate madman crew Should threat the tempest with what they could do, And like proud Xerxes lash the angry waves, At the same instant that they find their graves. But not the pomps and favours of a crown, A nation's anger, or a statesman's frown, Could draw the virtuous man from virtue's way, To chain by force what treach'ry can't betray. Virtue disdains to own tyrannic laws, Takes part with freedom, and assumes its cause; No part had she, her fiercest forces own, To bring so far this heavy vengeance on; She stood with Romans while their hearts were true, And so she shall, Americans, with you. Should heaven in wrath decree some nation's fall, Whose crimes from thence for sacred vengeance call, A monarch first of vulgar soul should rise, A sure fore-runner of its obsequies, Whose heart should glow with not one gen'rous thought. Born to oppress, to propagate, and rot, Whose lengthen'd reign no deed of worth should grace. None trusted but a servile pensioned race; Too dull to know what saving course to take, That heaven in time its purpose might forsake, Too obstinately will'd to bow his ear To groaning thousands or petitions hear, Dare break all oaths that bind the just like fate, Oaths, that th' Arch-Devil would blush to violate, And, foe to truth, both oaths and honour sell, To establish principles, the growth of hell,— Still those who aim to be his truest friends, Traitors, insidious rebels, madmen, fiends, Hoodwink'd and blind, deceived by secret foes, Whose fathers once with exil'd tyrants rose, Bless'd with as little sense as God e'er gave, Slave to wrong schemes, dupe to a noble knave. So odd a monarch heaven in wrath would plan, And such would be the fury of a man. See far and wide o'er long Canadia's plains, Old popish fraud and superstition reigns; The scarlet whore long hath heaven withstood, Who cries for murder and who thirsts for blood, Establish'd there, marks down each destined name, And plants the stake impatient for the flame, With sanguinary soul her trade begins, To doom her foes to hell or pardon sins; Her crafty priests their impious rites maintain, And crucify their Saviour once again; Defend his rights, who, scatt'ring lies abroad, With shameless front usurps the seat of God: Those are, we fear, who his vile cause assert, But half reform'd and papists at the heart. Bear me, some power, as far as the winds can blow, As ships can travel, or as waves can flow, To some lone island beyond the southern pole, Or lands round which pacific waters roll, There should oblivion stop the heaving sigh, There should I live at least with liberty. But honour checks my speed and bids me stay, To try the fortune of the well fought day. Resentment for my country's fate I bear, And mix with thousands for the willing war; See Washington New Albion's freedom owns, And moves to war with half Virginia's sons, Bold in the fight, whose actions might have aw'd A Roman Hero, or a Grecian God. He, he, as first his gallant troops shall lead, Undaunted man, a second Diomede; As when he fought at wild Ohio's flood, When savage thousands issu'd from the wood, When Braddock's fall disgrac'd the mighty day, And Death himself stood weeping o'er his prey, When doubting vict'ry chang'd from side to side, And Indian sod with Indian blood was dy'd, When the last charge repuls'd th' invenom'd foe, And lightnings lit them to the shades below. See where from various distant climes unites A generous council to protect our rights, Fix'd on a base too steadfast to be mov'd, Loving their country, by their country lov'd, Great guardians of our freedom, we pursue Each patriot measure as inspir'd by you, Columbia, nor shall fame deny it owes Past safety to the counsel you propose; And if they do not keep Columbia free, What will alas! become of Liberty? Great souls grow bolder in their country's cause, Detest enslavers, and despise their laws. O Congress fam'd, accept this humble lay, The little tribute that the muse can pay; On you depends Columbia's future fate, A free asylum or a wretched state. Fall'n on disastrous times we push our plea, Heard or not heard, and struggle to be free. Born to contend, our lives we place at stake, And grow immortal by the stand we make. O you, who, far from liberty detain'd, Wear out existence in some slavish land, Fly thence from tyrants, and their flatt'ring throng, And bring the fiery freeborn soul along. Neptune for you shall smooth the hoary deep, And awe the wild tumultuous waves to sleep; Here vernal woods, and flow'ry meadows blow, Luxuriant harvests in rich plenty grow, Commerce extends as far as waves can roll, And freedom, God-like freedom, crowns the whole. And you, brave men, who scorn the dread of death, Resolv'd to conquer to the latest breath, Soldiers in act, and heroes in renown, Warm in the cause of Boston's hapless town, Still guard each pass; like ancient Romans, you At once are soldiers, and are farmers too; Still arm impatient for the vengeful blow, And rush intrepid on the yielding foe; As when of late midst clouds of fire and smoke, Whole squadrons fell, or to the center shook, And even the bravest to your arm gave way, And death, exulting, ey'd the unhappy fray. Behold, your Warren bleeds, who both inspir'd To noble deeds, and by his actions fir'd; What pity, heaven!—but you who yet remain Affect his spirit as you lov'd the man: Once more, and yet once more for freedom strive, To be a slave what wretch would dare to live? We too to the last drop our blood will drain, And not till then shall hated slavery reign, When every effort, every hope is o'er, And lost Columbia swells our breasts no more. O if that day, which heaven avert, must come, And fathers, husbands, children, meet their doom, Let one brave onset yet that doom precede, To shew the world America can bleed, One thund'ring raise the midnight cry, And one last flame send Boston to the sky. But cease, foreboding Muse, not strive to see Dark times deriv'd by fatal destiny; If ever heaven befriended the distrest, If ever valour succour'd those opprest, Let America rejoice, thy standard rear, Let the loud trumpet animate to war: Thy guardian Genius, haste thee on thy way, To strike whole hosts with terror and dismay. Happy some land, which all for freedom gave, Happier the men whom their own virtues save; Thrice happy we who long attacks have stood, And swam to Liberty thro' seas of blood; The time shall come when strangers rule no more, Nor cruel mandates vex from Britain's shore: When Commerce shall extend her short'ned wing. And her free freights from every climate bring; When mighty towns shall flourish free and great. Vast their dominion, opulent their state: When one vast cultivated region teems, From ocean's edge to Mississippi's streams; While each enjoys his vineyard's peaceful shade, And even the meanest has no cause to dread; Such is the life our foes with envy see, Such is the godlike glory to be free.
This poem is in the public domain.
Philip Freneau
Date Published: 1775-01-01
Source URL: https://poets.org/poem/american-liberty


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StarKist, Autentico
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When Louie was a bald headed, sweet-smelling infant in a tiny onesie, I didn't think he could possibly get any cuter. Then he became a happy, giggly little toddler with wispy blond hair. I figured he had to be at his cuteness peak. Before I knew it, kindergarten came along, and that little guy with the huge backpack could not have been more adorable. Now he is seven - a big kid for sure, and he still blows me away with his cuteness.
We have lots of great pictures from the last few months - first day of school, Halloween, birthday parties, random precious moments, etc., but I have to say my favorites are from Cub Scouts. Not only does Lou look great in navy, but he is always beaming when he has a scouting event.
My other cutie in uniform is my husband Delmar. He doesn't usually wear his work garb at home, but the other night we had our den of cubs over for a food-centric activity. The Chef talked a bit about healthy eating and the food pyramid, but his amazing crepes were the highlight of the evening.
The "Sous Chefs" helped out by slicing strawberries.
I tried to get some posed pictures with nice smiles, but that doesn't seem to be feasible with 1st grade boys.
Can you tell they are excited to eat???
This is the best picture I got of them enjoying their crepes...only one of them is under the table.
And I can't do a post about cuteness without mentioning Madyson, the 4th grader I watch before and after school. When Lou was little, he happily tried on twirl skirts and dresses for me. Then it got to the point that I had to 1) pay him 50 cents and 2) let him wear a manly hat for the pictures. Now he just flat out refuses to be a fitting model. Thank goodness for Mady! Not only is she sweet and beautiful, but she loves to dress up in my handmade frocks.
Here she is modeling the Leighanna, a Sis Boom pattern that we are about ready to launch. She picked out the fabric and trim herself...that girl has great taste!
She and Louie are like brother and sister - best friends one minute, mortal enemies the next. Even when they act like maniacs, they are just too dang adorable.
So that is my dose of cute for the day - now I have to go peel potatoes! I can't complain because the hot chef is doing the rest of the work. I can just sit back and be thankful :). Want to join in the Oh, Thank Cuteness fun? Just go to the first post of the week on GenQ and add your link. Hope you have a wonderful day of family, food, and maybe even a little sewing!


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College & Career Promise
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Lee Pathway
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Here's How A Mulberry Bayswater Replica Looks Like After Years Of Use!Categories:Other Brands
You can usually find reviews of new replica bags on Spotbags but I recently received a really interesting review of a used Mulberry Bayswater replica.
I thought this might be a great opportunity to see how a replica holds up! Aren't you curious too?
I couple of years ago I wrote about my four-year-old Mulberry replica handbag, which is still one of the best replica Mulberry bags I own. Still, I didn't use it as my everyday bag, so it was nicely treated. Now it's time to get a look at a Mulberry Bayswater replica that was actually used on a daily basis for two years. And I have to say I'm impressed!
But I'll let my friend tell us more about her bag:
"Hey Eva!
Hope everything's well!
I don't know if this will be of interest for many, but I personally think it's important to see how a replica bag looks after it's been used, not only when it's brand new. This makes a huge difference between good and bad fakes if you ask me.
I bought this Mulberry Bayswater replica more than two years ago and it immediately became my no1 everyday bag. It's so classy and beautiful and goes with almost everything! I have to admit I don't treat my daily bags very gently, I don't have the patience to baby them all the time.
I knew from the beginning this bag is made of real leather, it has that unique feel, smell and slouch to it. But time proved it's also a really good one! After 2 years of use the bag shows very few signs of wear and I couldn't be happier with it!
There are a few scratches on the metal plate and the lining is a bit stained because I'm such a messy wearer, but the leather looks perfect in my opinion. The stitching also proved to be sturdy, there are no threads out of place.
For anyone who might be interested, the bag holds its shape really well even though it's not a structured bag!
Thank you Eva for the advice you gave two years ago and keep up the good work! I'm sure many other women need your help too."
Thank you so much for your kind words! As I always say, you can get years of use out of good quality replica bags. The Mulberry Bayswater is indeed a classic and a great everyday bag. As for the stains on the suede lining, you can check out my guide for removing stains from any type of leather!
So you see, it's not impossible for a replica bag to last and to show her worth in the long run. You were lucky your bag held up so well but still, I'd recommend you girls to take a bit more care of your bags In general.
So girls, how do your replica bags hold up? I'd love to see more reviews like this!
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O'Brien Towable Tubes
O'Brien Towable Inflatable Tubes UK
Welcome to www.OBrienTowables.co.uk - the online UK O'Brien Towable Tube Store specialising in O'Brien Towable Tubes, Towable Inflatables, Inflatable Ringos, Ski Tubes, Banana Boats, Water Toys, Towable Toys and Equipment. For 50 years OBrien has provided quality watersports products for every family member to use. Thats the passion that drives O'Brien - to build products of the highest quality and to design equipment and apparel that will bring fun and enjoyment to all ages and all abilities.
We offer an excellent range of O'Brien Towable Tubes (ringos, ski tubes, water tubes, water sport tubes, inflatable boat tubes or watersports ski tubes) and these are categorised into 1 Person Towable Tubes, 2 Person Double Towable Tubes, 3 Person Triple Towable Tubes, 4 Person Towable Tubes, and then 5 Person Towable Tubes up to 8 Person Banana Boat Towables. We also stock a vast selection of Towable Tube Accessories such as Boston Valves, Foot Pumps, 12V Electric Pumps, Mains Powered Pumps, Double Action Hand Pumps, Puncture Repair Kits, Tow Ropes, Towable Tube Bags, Tow Bridles, Tow Harnesses etc.
Beginner's Guide to Inflating Towable Tubes
How much air should I put in my towable tube? What pump fits with what adaptor? How do all of the rope connectors fit together? Can I put 2 people on a 3 person towable? This article explains all.
Beginner's Guide to Towable Tube Ropes
Can I use any old piece of rope to pull my towable tube? How long should a towable tube rope be? What is a quick connector and do I need one? And what on earth is a bungee extension? This article explains all.
O'Brien Towable Tubes will provide many years of exhilaration and faithful service if they are looked after properly, but neglecting your Towable Tube will dramatically shorten its lifespan. To keep everything in tip top condition, and to therefore get the most out of your Towable, simply follow these basic guidelines.
It is important to understand that inflating an O'Brien Towable Tube does not require high pressure like a car tyre. Instead, Towable Tubes work on high volume and low pressure, just like a RIB boat. A correctly inflated RIB will probably only have about 1.5 P.S.I. (pounds per square inch) of pressure in its tubes, but the tubes will feel very firm to the touch and can be sat on with very little noticable "give". The same principle applies to Towable Tubes and a properly inflated tube will only be able to boast around 2 P.S.I. of pressure at the very most.
Under-Inflation is probably the single most damaging thing that you can do to your O'Brien Towable Tube. Tubes are designed to sit on top of the water and skim the surface, not plough through the waves like a drogue. If your Towable Tube is under-inflated it will sit too low in the water when a rider is on it and water will be able to flood between the bladder and the nylon cover causing drag. This will put excessive strain on the nylon cover, tow point, tow rope, and boat itself, and it is likely that the cover will tear as a result.
An under-inflated O'Brien Towable Tube will also have a tendancy to "torpedo" i.e. the nose will begin to dig into the water and it will start to tip forward. A tube in this state is dangerous and will be virtually impossible to get onto the plane (the state in which the tube is skimming on the surface of the water with little or no drag). It will also place excessive load on the Towable Tube Rope which if overloaded could break unexpectedly and recoil back into the boat. In order to prevent all of these hazards it is essential that you inflate your tube correctly according to the manufacturer's instructions.
A correctly inflated
O'Brien Towable Inflatable Tube
will have the following characteristics: -
outside of the tube will be firm to the touch
The nylon cover will be wrinkle free and taught in all areas
When sitting on the tube there will be very little "give"
It will be difficult to slide your hand between the bladder and the nylon cover
If you pull the nylon cover away from the bladder it will "snap" back into place
When towing it will rise quickly and easily onto the plane and it will skim the surface
A under-inflated
tube will have the following characteristics: -
nylon cover will be wrinkled
It will be easy to slide your hand between the bladder and the nylon cover
When towing the nose will dig into the water and it will tip forward
It will be almost impossible to get the tube onto the plane without it tipping forward
Obviously you can also over-inflate a tube. Optimal pressure for most tubes is 2 PSI but always check the manufacturer's instructions for confirmation. You will quickly learn when a tube looks and feels "right".
Having the right Towable Tube Pump is another factor as not all pumps are created equal. We sell Foot Pumps, Hand Pumps and Electric Pumps, all of which are designed specifically for Towable Tube Inflation as they can deliver the high volumes necessary for the job. However, we suggest that if you have a larger tube (2+ Person) that you invest in a good 12V Electric Pump as it will dramatically reduce the amount of effort required to pump up your Towable thus reducing the time it takes to get out on the water. 1 man tubes can be easily inflated by hand, but again a 12V Electric Pump will speed things up and generally make your life easier. Blowing up even a 1 man tube using just the puff in your lungs is not practical.
Correctly storing your O'Brien Towable Tube is just as important as correctly inflating it. These top tips will take no time all to put into practise but it will add years to the life of your valuable Towable.
Always rinse your O'Brien Towable with fresh water after every outing. If it has become dirty then sponge it down with warm soapy water and then rinse it thoroughly with fresh water. It is sometimes easier to do this when the tube is still inflated if this is practical. Thoroughly rinse your tow rope at this point too and if you are using caribiners then give them a good rinse and a quick squirt of WD40 to prevent seizure.
Never leave your O'Brien Towable Tube sitting in the sun as the bladder and nylon cover can be damaged by heat expansion. UV can also play havoc with the materials as well as fading the colours over time. The same goes for your tow rope as this too can be damaged by over-exposure to UV.
Whilst rinsing your O'Brien Towable check that there are no small stones or sharp sand particles caught between the canvas cover and the bladder. This is a classic problem when using tubes on the sea and some of these tiny stones can be razor sharp and can cause untold damage.
Before storage, take the opportunity to regularly inspect the condition of all of the major parts of your O'Brien Towable. Start with the grab handles (you don't want one of those coming off in your hand at high speed), then the canvas cover itself, and finally check the tow point and the tow rope for signs of fraying or other stress damage. Also check the condition of your tow bridle or bungee extension if you are using one and the valve.
Always store your O'Brien Towable Tube in a deflated state as this will prevent stretching of the nylon cover and will also make it more difficult for it to be accidentally damaged while in storage.
Always store your O'Brien Towable Tube completely dry as any dampness can cause a build-up of mould and mildew which can lead to permanent staining of the materials.
Always store your O'Brien Towable Tube out of direct sunlight and in a place that does not expose it to extremes of temperature.
Dry your Towable Tube Rope prior to storage and wind it loosely in 12 inch loops. Use the rope tidy or line winder supplied with the rope to keep everything tangle free.
Remember that rodents often take a liking to plastics and nylon. We always dry our O'Brien Towable thoroughly and then store them in a cupboard indoors where they will be warm and safe from the dreaded mice. This also prevents them from being exposed to extremes of temperature which extends their lives considerably.
Buy a Towable Tube Bag to protect your valuable Tube during storage and transportation.
Finally, NEVER be tempted to use your O'Brien Towable as a sledge if it snows. This might seem like a great idea at the time but it will almost certainly damage the tube, usually beyond repair.
All you need to do now is decide which O'Brien Towable is right for you and then go for it, and remember that our exclusive packages are a great way to buy all manner of essential towable accessories at discounted prices.
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A now-former J.C. Penney employee said she was sent home from work for wearing shorts that were apparently "too revealing," but here's the kicker–she bought the shorts in the store's career style section.
"I was at work for about 10 minutes before he approached me," Sylva Stoel, 17, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, told NBC's TODAY.com. "He asked if anyone talked to me about dress code at orientation."
After he reportedly asked her how long it would take to go home and change, she quit on the spot, Stoel said. "I bought [the shorts] thinking they were pretty professional," she added. "They didn't show anything other than my legs, which I don't think is too provocative."
J.C. Penney responded in a statement saying, "JCPenney's dress code policy for store associates prohibits the wearing of shorts of any length. This policy applies to both male and female associates. We have reached out to the associate who blogged about this policy, but she has not returned our telephone calls thus far."
Stoel posted a photo of her work outfit to illustrate what was deemed inappropriate for work, and although her outfit is technically not dress code, according to the report, she explains it was never discussed during orientation, and it was the perfect ammunition to launch a heated discussion about female dress code in the workplace on Twitter.
The teenager, whose Twitter handle is appropriately @queenfeminist, posted the following:
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Home > News & Events > Wayland Press Release Archives > 2004 News Releases > October 2004 > Daniel hired as new dean of Wayland's Altus Campus
Daniel hired as new dean of Wayland's Altus Campus
PLAINVIEW – T. R. "Dean" Daniel has been named dean at the Wayland Baptist University campus in Altus, Okla., with duties beginning Nov. 15.
Daniel comes to Wayland from a position as account executive with Lawson Publications of Spokane, Wash., on special assignment in Lincoln, Neb. He previously served as dean at Oklahoma State University's branch in Okmulgee, Okla. and was director of education for the Oklahoma Restaurant Association prior to that.
He holds the doctorate in education from Oklahoma State University, with a major in occupational adult education and an emphasis on teacher certification and personnel development. Daniel also has a Master of Arts in Religious Education degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Texas at Arlington. He received an associate's degree from Weatherford College.
Daniel has writing experience for the food service industry and in higher education and has served on committees and boards in related fields.
Daniel replaces Altus' first dean, Dr. Marty Akins, who returned to the pastorate in New Mexico. The Altus campus opened in 2000 as an extension of the Wichita Falls, Texas, campus and became independent in 2002. The campus is located at Altus Air Force Base and offers the Bachelor of Occupational Education, the Master of Arts in Management and Master of Business Administration degrees.


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Marlys Meidl, 82, of New Ulm died Saturday, November 24, 2012 at the Divine Providence Community Home in Sleepy Eye.
Marlys Meidl, 82, of New Ulm died Saturday, November 24, 2012 at the Divine Providence Community Home in Sleepy Eye. God called our special angel Marlys home to be with Him and her parents in heaven throughout eternity. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 28, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in New Ulm with Father Mark Mallak celebrating the Mass. Burial will follow in the New Ulm Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday and 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Minnesota Valley Funeral Home NORTH CHAPEL in New Ulm and will continue for one hour prior to the time of Mass at church on Wednesday. To leave an online condolence for her family or to sign the guest book go to www.mvfh.org.
Marlys successfully completed her mission of spreading happiness and sunshine to all those she met.
Marlys is survived by her sisters and brothers-in-law, Catherine Arndt, Donna Windhorn both of New Ulm, Doris Saffert of Sleepy Eye, Lois Johnston of Cottage Grove, Ore., Yvonne and Harold Windschitl, Lorraine and Leo E. Schroepfer all of Sleepy Eye; brothers and sisters-in-law, Walter and Rita Meidl of Austin, Martin and Beth Meidl of Lamberton, Paul Sr. and Shirley Meidl, and Ray Meidl all of New Ulm; and by four generations of nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Barbara Pelzel Farrell; and by her brother, Hugo Meidl.


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Inadvertent as the plan might have developed, the career path that led Steve Sarkisian back to USC could not have played out better.
When it comes to stepping into the shoes of a legend, it's always best to replace the guy who replaced the icon rather than be the first in line to assume the throne.
Now one step removed from Pete Carroll's shadow rather than hovering directly below it, Sarkisian steps into a rebooted level of expectation at Troy that now understands Pac-12 supremacy is no longer a foregone conclusion and that national championship contention first means conquering conference powers like Stanford and Oregon and emerging foes at UCLA, Arizona State and Arizona.
Sarkisian steps onto a landscape quite a bit different than the one Carroll handed off to Lane Kiffin, partly due to the cyclical nature of college football but also the repercussions of the NCAA sanctions USC absorbed off the Reggie Bush scandal and the errors of Kiffin's ways.
The USC fans who appropriately understand the different dynamics won't immediately expect national championships under Sarkisian.
The ones who don't are in for disappointment.
Not that Sarkisian isn't already speaking a language Trojan Nation fully understands.
"We will not shy away from expectations. We will embrace them," Sarkisian said.
That's fine, just so long as we know it might take time to meet them, too.
Not because Sarkisian isn't a capable coach or that it was a mistake to hire him.
It's just being honest with the current state of the Pac-12, which, thanks to the added income generated by its own television network, was able to attract and hire high-caliber, innovative coaches everywhere from Pullman to Tempe over the past four years.
That isn't to discount the empire Carroll built at USC, but the climb back to the top certainly seems steeper now than it did when Carroll arrived in Los Angeles 14 years ago.
All of which makes the Sarkisian hire an even a wiser decision by USC than first imagined.
The transition should be seamless given Sarkisian's offense is essentially the same USC has utilized for years now – albeit potentially more dynamic and vibrant with Sarkisian calling the shots rather than Kiffin.
That might not have been the case had USC hired Kevin Sumlin, whose spread offense might have taken a prolonged time to adequately implement given the personnel on hand – or any other coach who runs a considerably dissimilar offense than Sarkisian.
Sumlin caught a huge break at Texas A&M when he landed in College Station and discovered Johnny Manziel sitting at his doorstep. Manziel is the quintessential spread quarterback, and no matter how hard you look, you won't find a similar trigger man at USC.
Who knows how long it would have taken Sumlin to find his ideal quarterback? Or how long it would have taken linemen and skill players trained in a traditional offense to adapt to a completely new way of doing things?
Sarkisian arrives with no such learning curve, and everything he needs to conduct a suitable offense seems on hand at USC.
Additionally, reaching too far to find a coach might have also set back recruiting in ways USC simply can't afford given the ongoing scholarship sanctions.
The Trojans needed someone already well-versed with the recruiting base, and no one among the reported candidates covers that element as completely as Sarkisian. He grew up in the center of USC's recruiting home and has spent almost his entire coaching career mining it, cultivating relationships that would have taken an outsider years to replicate.
And with time of the essence as USC looks up to Oregon and Stanford and UCLA and Arizona State in the conference standings, did USC really have the luxury of waiting that process out?
There should be no transition for Sarkisian, who is intimately connected West Coast recruiting and is already spreading his USC message.
"We are here to win championships," Sarkisian said. "We're going to recruit players with the talent and desire to do something special."
Only time will tell if Sarkisian is the man to lead them there.
But given the other choices, he was the safest bet.


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The Infinite Jest Liveblog: The Phoneless Cord
This is the latest entry in Words, Words, Words the ongoing liveblog of David Foster Wallace's "Infinite Jest."
January 4, 2012, pgs 621-638/1045-1046. People like to watch; that much is clear. But the "spect-ops" of crowds gathering around mundane public events are part of DFW's speculative future that don't quite compute. I think I understand the point he's making here, that the logical residual effect of so much private freedom and choice of entertainments — the "floating no-space world of personal spectation" — has created a void. People are entertained but lonely, avoiding all inconvenience but also all interaction. One theory is that, like Orin, they miss the times when "familiarity was inflicted," so they gather around duck pond drainings* and street vendors for an entertainment they didn't actively choose to passively watch. The scenario is reversed: by seeing something spontaneous and being part of a crowd, they are passively choosing to actively watch. It's like a relic, a charming reminder of "simpler" times. A phoneless cord. Wallace didn't predict the saturation of reality television in what people will choose to watch (the Real World had run three or four seasons when IJ was published, but was still in its culturally significant interactions-of-people-from-an-increasingly-diverse-and-pluralistic-society-microcosm phase before descending into its awful-interactions-between-people-with-various-social-diseases-and-mental-imbalances phase), so maybe this is an illustration of what is at the core of reality TV: a yearning for some sort of "real" unscripted and uncontrolled entertainment. In a sense, this does foresee YouTube videos that gather crowds of millions to watch a normal person do something mildly interesting. Whatever the theory — and I'm sure there are many from the McLuhanites out there — the spect-ops in the book are only that: a theory. We don't really see them actually happening anywhere else in the book. Most notably, no one seems to notice a speeding wheel chair piloted by a legless rider with a fleur-de-lis mask on flipping over a shopping cart and scooping up a skinny and shirtless MIT student and carrying him directly into the open door of an idling van.
The page-spanning paragraph on 626 is only one sentence.
Okay, well, the match between Stice and Hal is arguably a spect-op. But a crowd gathering to watch a developing upset of the social order in the form of competitive sports is hardly a swell of people watching a duck pond getting drained. This domestic scene at ETA provides news of strange events taking place around the campus. Along with the tripod in the woods, a ball machine appeared in the girls' locker room, a lawnmower in the kitchen, and squeegees were stuck on the wall of the cafeteria with no evidence of any attachment mechanism. Troeltsch somehow knows that Stice's bed moves mysteriously in the night. Also, there is a "mysterious and continuing fall of acoustic ceiling-tiles from their places in the subdorms' drop ceilings." Hal is uneasy and drinking six cranberry juices, which many of us recognize as the regimen for flushing out before a urinalysis. At the same time, Pemulis seems eerily calm for someone who should by all reasoning be at serious risk of getting the boot from ETA.
*I want to believe there is a reference to "The Catcher in the Rye" happening here, but am so far unable to come up with any compelling evidence.
Read the full Infinite Jest Liveblog


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Discussing Disney's deletion of their Virtual Magic Kingdom in Considering New Ethics in Virtual Communities and Cultures, radical trust says:
Let's not hide behind the word "virtual". Connections made in online communities are real. When considering the totality of socially transmitted behaviour patterns - arts, beliefs, institutions and all other products of human work, thought and emotion - we are well beyond the basic definitions of community and entering the realm of culture. Although Disney owned the virtual-estate, do they have the ethical right to disintegrate the culture within?As online communities continue to aid and develop human connections, do we need to start considering the ethical responsibilities of the platform controllers to maintain these cultures?


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Monday, January 16, 2017
January 16 - Raoul Wallenberg, Martyr, Victim of Oppression, Liberator of the Oppressed
Raoul had wealthy parents--though he never met his father who died three months before he was born--and this afforded him many opportunities. For example, he was able to study architecture at the University of Michigan even though it meant quite a bit of travel to get there from Sweden. When he returned to Sweden with his degree in hand he soon found that there was no room for young architects among the Swedes. So, first he took a job in South Africa but eventually ended up with a job in Hungary. His boss--Kálmán Lauer, a Hungarian Jew--utilized him to help handle imports and exports between Sweden and central Europe. It was a great opportunity for a young man and he proved invaluable. Especially invaluable after Nazi coercion brought about laws restricting business done by Jews in Hungary. Lauer trusted Raoul and since Raoul had learned Hungarian he made him his representative and allowed the Christian to take care of business matters where he could not do so as a Jew. Eventually, Raoul was a partner in ownership of the company and was spending more and more of his time in Hungary. Then, one day, an emissary from a refugee organization in the United States contacted him on behalf of president Roosevelt. It seemed that the organization wanted to rescue Hungarian Jews from Nazi oppression. Raoul was just the man for the job.
Sustained by his faith and his commitment to the sacredness of life, he reentered Hungary as a Swedish diplomat. As a diplomat from a different country that Hungary hoped to keep good ties with, he was able to issue protective passes that would label the bearers as individuals preparing to immigrate to Sweden. With these passes, they were relatively untouchable by the Hungarian Nazis. He was even able to lobby with the Nazis to consider these men, women, and children to be Swedes and not required to wear the yellow star that was forced upon the Jews in Hungary. But, this wasn't enough. He purchased a building and declared it to be exempt from Hungarian law because of his diplomatic immunity. He put large Swedish flags on the front and titled it the "Swedish Research Institute." But, once inside the doors it was clear that this was a place for Jews to find sanctuary from oppression. But, this still wasn't enough for Raoul--he felt called to more. The one house became several houses and the several houses became many. Yet, there was still more to be done.
It was clear that death awaited those who could not find some escape or protection and so, again, Raoul further laid himself out for his neighbors. He took to pulling off bigger and bigger stunts to free Jews from the chains of the Nazi regime. He could not free every Jew he met--and this thought tormented him--but he tried. Once, he was atop a train headed for Auschwitz and passing protective passports through the slats to the Jews within the train car. They were unsealed and, therefore, unofficial but Raoul was willing to risk everything to save these lives. He was ordered to stop what he was doing by the guards and they fired a warning shot over his head. He stopped and considered the situation--he might lose his life if he persisted in saving a few more people but he would surely lose more if he denied them their last chance at hope. So, he began passing the passes again and the guards fired at him. Whether they had poor aim or were not trying to hit him, Raoul escaped unscathed and stepped down onto the train platform. As the guards watched, he insisted that the doors be opened and that the inhabitants be checked again for Swedish protective passes. The guards opened the doors and Raoul led the men, women, and children to waiting cars and back to safety.
When the Soviets took Hungary, it seems that Raoul would be free again to live his own life now that the Jews could hopefully be safe again. He had saved tens of thousands of Jews from imperially sanitized death. Yet, he was arrested on January 17, 1945, and charged with being an American spy. Charged with espionage he was hid away in secret prisons. Later, the Soviets first insisted that he had died of a heart attack and later that he had been killed by Zionist Hungarians. Eventually, it was uncovered the the last years of Raoul's life were filled with torture, interrogation, and eventually his own execution at the hands of the Soviets. He died because he refused to agree with empires that life was a commodity to be traded and manipulated. Because of his faith in a God who taught love for neighbors and enemies, Raoul was appropriately murdered as a revolutionary--after all, nothing is more revolutionary than love in a world that cannot stand the sight or sound of it.
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Brain tumors & choosing a cancer center
My cousin is affected by a brain tumor and is now under treatment at the European tumor center in Milan. We're looking for another center worldwide specialized in the treatment of such a tumor.
Could you give your suggestion answering to this address please let me know if you need further information's to give your opinion.
Thank you in advance
Maggie Hampshire RN, BSN, OCN, Managing Editor of OncoLink replies:
We are sorry to hear about your cousin's diagnosis. For more information on Brain Tumors perhaps you could try OncoLink's Disease Oriented Menu. There is also another page on OncoLink called Global Resources for Cancer Information this may be instrumental in helping you to find another cancer center.
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