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This apron is another Sew4Home design original, complete with a downloadable pattern that allows you to cut the main front and back of the apron as a single piece. You'll love the sweetheart neckline and matching mini-sweet pockets. And its kicky bottom flounce will have you skipping around your kitchen, just like when you used to twirl in your big-girl-fancy-party-dress... oh, don't even try to tell me you didn't do that! Did you know most scholars show "apron" as coming from the French word "naperon," meaning a small tablecloth? That seems a little undignified, but it's your bit of interesting garment history for the week!
To give the apron the perfect vintage feel, we recommend staying with smaller motifs in simple colors, adding just one modern zing with the flouce front and the ties. The original fabric trio we used is no longer readily available, but below are two combinations that offer a similar retro look.
Lecien Fabrics: Flower Sugar at Fat Quarter Shop
Free Spirit Fabrics: Zoey's Garden at Fat Quarter Shop
This project is a bit more advanced than many we offer here at Sew4Home, mainly because the whole darn thing is edged with mitered bias tape binding. It's not particularly difficult, but it is detailed work that requires a bit of patience. We link to our full bias binding tutorial within the instructions below in case you'd like to brush up on general practices and/or if you'd like to make your own bias binding rather than using the packaged option we list within the supplies.
Although there are only pockets on one side, the beautifully bound edge all around allows the apron to be reversible. Simply knot the ties through to the opposite side.
And, speaking of those clever knotted ties, how cute is this as a way to attach them?! It allows a lot of adjustability at both the neck and waist. Yes, you do have to make a buttonhole to thread the tapered end through and fashion a knot. If you're new to buttonholes, crack open your machine's manual to find the correct steps for your model. And, for an overview, take a look at our machine buttonholes tutorial.
We are particular fans of the flounce. This slightly gathered accent at the bottom of the apron is a great compliment to the curving shape of the body of the apron.
Looking for a great gift idea? Bundle this apron with a couple "vintage" recipes from your own, your mother's or your grandmother's collection.
As with store-bought aprons, our design is meant to be one-size-fits-all. However, we realize you may still wish to make yours smaller or larger. As a reference, the width of the bodice is 10½". The width at the waist is 20½". The apron length is 29", measured from the center dip at the top of the bodice to the bottom of the flounce. In addition, each tie is 35" long, which is adjustable via the securing knots.
Sewing Tools You Need
- Sewing Machine and standard presser foot
Fabric and Other Supplies
- Download and prepare the pattern pieces linked below in the Getting Started Section
- ¾ yard of 44"+ quilting weight cotton fabric for apron front and pockets front (the retro floral in our sample)
- 1 yard of 44"+ quilting weight cotton for apron back, pockets back and apron flounce back (the small pin dot in our sample)
- ¾ yard of 44"+ quilting weight cotton for apron flounce front, waist ties and neck loop (the bold polka dot in our sample)
- 6 yards of extra wide double fold bias tape in a coordinating bold accent color: we used two 3-yard packages of bias binding by Wrights in bright red
- All purpose thread to match fabric and bias binding
- See-through ruler
- Tape measure
- Fabric pen or pencil
- Seam gauge
- Seam ripper
- Scissors or rotary cutter and mat
- Iron and ironing board
- Straight pins
Getting Started
- Download and print the Vintage Apron Pattern.
IMPORTANT: This pattern has been bundled into one PDF file to make the download easier. It consists of EIGHT 8½" x 11" sheets. You must print this PDF file at 100%. DO NOT SCALE to fit the page.
- Pages 1-5 are the Apron Body pattern pieces. Cut out the pattern pieces along the solid line. Butt together, matching the arrows. Do NOT overlap. Tape together to create the full pattern.
- Page 6-7 are the Flounce pattern pieces. Cut out the pattern pieces along the solid line. Butt together, matching the arrows. Do NOT overlap. Tape together to create the full pattern.
- Page 8 is the Pocket pattern. Cut it out along the solid line.
- From the fabric for the apron front (the retro floral in our sample), use the pattern pieces to cut ONE Apron Body and TWO Pockets.
- Following the placement dots on the pattern piece, use your fabric pen or pencil to mark the placement for the pockets on the Apron Body fabric piece.
- From the fabric for the apron back (the pin dot in our sample), use the pattern pieces to cut ONE Apron Body, ONE Apron Flounce and TWO Pockets.
- From the accent fabric (the bold polka dot in our sample), cut THREE strips 4½" by the width of the fabric, and ONE Apron Flounce.
At Your Sewing Machine & Ironing Board
- Match the two pocket fronts with the two pocket backs. Place each pair right sides together. Pin in place, leaving the top edge open.
- Sew the pocket front and back together, using a ½" seam allowance. Start from the top corner point of the pocket and stitch around to the opposite corner point. pivoting at the bottom point. Leave the top edge open.
- Trim seam allowance to ¼" and turn the pocket right side out. Press flat.
- Repeat to create the second pocket.
- The upper edge of the pocket is finished with bias tape. Open the top fold of the bias tape so it lays flat. Sew the bias tape to the upper edge of the pocket, running the seam along the tape's upper fold line. The raw edge of the bias tape should be flush with the top raw-edged layers of the pocket. Leave an extra ½" at the start.
- Stop at the center point of the pocket. Turn the hand wheel of the machine to make sure the needle is down in the fabric.
- Pivot the pocket and gently pull up the bias tape so it still matches the edge of the fabric. Continue sewing along the fold line of the bias tape.
NOTE: If you're new to working with bias tape, the number one rule is "slow and steady wins the race." You're sewing along a curve, which is trickier than a straight line. For more hints, check out our full tutorial on bias binding.
- Lock the stitch at the end of the bias tape seam, then trim the tape to leave a ½" tail (to match the ½" at the head).
- Turn the extra ½" ends toward the pocket lining at each side and pin in place.
- Fold the bias tape and wrap it to the back over the stitching line. Pin in place.
- Place a pin at the pivot point. Then, continue pinning in place along the stitching line. The bias tape will create a natural tuck at the pivot point. Adjust this tuck to create a uniform miter on both sides of the pocket.
- Flip the pocket over, and from the right side, edgestitch the bias tape in place. Press.
- Repeat to create the second pocket.
- Pin the pockets in place on the Apron Front, matching the guide marks you transferred earlier to the corners of the pockets. You can shift position slightly as needed to match the pattern on the pockets with the pattern on the apron front.
- Edgestitch both pockets in place with matching thread. Remember, just stitch from pocket corner point to corner point. Leave the top bound edge open... that's where your hand goes.
NOTE: If you want to be super fancy and really hide your stitching, start from just below the binding and sew around the pocket, stopping just below the binding on the opposite side. Change your thread to a color that matches your binding, then edgestitch just the top of each side of the pocket along the binding, matching your original seam .
Apron flounce
- Match the Apron Front Flounce and the Apron Back Flounce WRONG sides together. Pin along the upper edge.
- Sew along the upper edge, using a ½" seam allowance.
- Clip along the curve of the stitched edge, making your cuts about 1" apart. Be careful not to cut into the seam.
- Pin the clipped upper edge of the flounce to the lower edge of the Apron Body Front. Match the front of the Flounce against the right side of the Apron Body Front.
- Place the Apron Body Back over the flounce, right sides together (right sides of the two Body pieces), The Flounce is now sandwiched between the two Apron Body layers. Align all raw edges and pin in place just along just this bottom edge.
- Sew all the layers together across the bottom edge, using a ½" seam allowance. Fold the Flounce down and press the seam allowance up toward the Apron Body.
Bias tape binding
- Bring the Apron Body Back up behind the Apron Body Front and match ALL the outside edges. The Front and Back of the Apron Body should be wrong sides together and all edges raw. This is correct as all the edges will be bound.
- Set your machine for a long stitch length and machine baste along ALL outside edges, staying about ¼" from the raw edge.
- Finish the entire edge of the apron with bias tape, using the same technique as above for the pockets. Start at a curved edge (we recommend along one side of the bodice) and stop and miter at each corner. Fold the bias tape to the wrong side, pin in place. and edgestitch in place on the front side.
- This is a lot of binding, but the finished look is fabulous. Again, take a look at our binding tutorial if you need a refresher on attaching bias binding and/or mitering the corners.
Waist ties and neck loop
- Find your three 4½" wide strips of tie fabric.
- Cut each strip to a length of 36".
NOTE: This measurement is for a standard-size adult apron as listed above. It can be adjusted according to the finished size you need... longer for larger, shorter for smaller.
- Fold the strips in half lengthwise, right sides together, matching the edges. Pin. At each end, draw a point.
- Sew along the edges, using a ¼" seam, and along your drawn points at each end. Leave a 3" opening along the long, straight edge for turning.
- Trim the excess fabric around the point seams to ¼".
- Turn right side out, gently pushing out the points. A long knitting needle or chopstick works well for this. Press flat, turning in the raw edges of the opening so they are flush with the sewn seam.
- Slip stitch all the openings closed with matching thread. Press again.
- Following the manufacturer's directions for your machine, make four ¾" button holes.
- Place a vertical buttonhole at each top corner point of the bib with the top of the buttonhole just below the bias tape and the side approximately ½" in from the bias tape.
- Place a horizontal buttonhole at each waist corner with the side just below the bias tape and the top approximately ¼" in from the bias tape.
- Thread one tie through the two bib buttonholes to make the neck loop. Holding the ties in place, slip the loop over your head and adjust the tie ends until the bib hits comfortably against your chest but is still loose enough that it can be pulled off over your head.
- When you have it just the way you want it, tie a knot in each end to secure.
- Thread one tie through each waist buttonhole. Leave about a 7-8" tail and tie this into a knot to secure each tie in place.
There are no pockets, but you can turn the apron lining side out for another cute look.
Project Design: Alicia Thommas
Sample Creation and Instructional Outline: Michele Mishler


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BC: I Love School
FC: (Jaqui Ara Mari Alan Carlos)
1: It's As Easy As A-B-C
2: My First Day Of School
17: Today I hurry off to school, To work and learn and play. I'm in a brand new grade this year. What a happy day!
18: The Influence Of A Good Teacher Can Never Be Erased
19: An Apple For The Teacher
22: Way to go!
23: We've joined together as classmates as the new year begins... A year full of learning while we become friends. We'll share and be kind as we work and play. And our friendship will grow with each passing day.
24: By The Yard It May Be Hard... But By The Inch It's A Cinch!

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Sure, you could smash one open, but these are pieces of consumer electronics, not Easter eggs. Why do you always have to go for the violent option first?
In a post over on Behance, industrial designer George Schnakenberg explains the design process behind the last Guitar Hero peripheral, that used for Warriors of Rock, and how shifting all of the important stuff into the fret board let them save time, save money, speed up production time and create a "template" core that could be changed each year with a minimum of fuss.
Not that Guitar Hero ever got the chance to do that, but, well, it was a good idea.
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Reviewers should report CDFs of framerates, not average FPS or FPS over time. I'd also accept a PDF, but I think a CDF would be better because you could see if a particular card runs HL2 10% of the time with less than 30fps just by glancing at the graph.
I've posted some tentative steps towards reporting minimums in additions to means, or FPS over time, but these are just baby steps on the way to a real CDF graph. That way every reader can pick from himself what constitutes an acceptable user experience. Reviewers can choose some limits and use those as the basis for their comparisons, so the non-technical crowd which just reads the conclusions anyway can get the same output.


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Los Angeles in the 1970's: The rock 'n' roll world of the Sunset Strip, freewheeling use of chemical substances and female students banned from playing "masculine" instruments in the school band. Evelyn McDonnell's new biography, "Queens of Noise: The Real Story of The Runaways," offers a new take on the journey of five L.A. strangers on the cusp of womanhood merging together to form the first teenage all-girl hard-rock band.
The five women, including rhythm guitarist Joan Jett and drummer Sandy West, delivered music driven by teenage desire, frustration and rebellion. With provocative lyrics and a rambunctious attitude, The Runaways were determined to prove they could share the same level of success as their male counterparts, aspiring to be the female answer to Led Zeppelin and The Rolling Stones. Despite enjoying little commercial success in their short four years together, The Runaways indisputably helped carve the path for a slew of all-female American rock bands, including The Go-Go's, L7 and The Donnas.
From the sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll world of the Sunset Strip to the subvert sexism and misogyny endured by the band members, the multilayered biography presents the cultural context of '70s Los Angeles in vivid detail. McDonnell captures the essence of the framework through a comprehensive analysis of the enigmatic city, paralleling English architecture scholar, Reynor Banham, who praises it as a place of "paradise" with a nurturing "sandy bosom" to that of American novelist, Peter Plagen, who describes L.A. as a city with "all ideas and no principals" and "all flesh and no soul."
Drawing on interviews with surviving members and band associates, as well as the unpublished memoir of the late Sandy West, McDonnell, an accomplished music critic, offers a balanced and unique insight into the journey of the band from their inorganic inception, to their peak of fame in Japan and ultimate breakup in 1979. The eccentric and controversial mastermind behind The Runaways, L.A. music producer Kim Fowley, also holds a strong presence in the narrative, though ultimately is portrayed as an elusive figure resembling both the liberation and exploitation of young women.
McDonnell's extensively researched work offers a candid insight into the euphoric, liberating (and sometimes perilous) rock 'n' roll scene of the '70s. "Queens of Noise" effectively captures the tumultuous history of The Runaways and aptly places their journey in musical, feminist and cultural history.
"Queens of Noise: The Real Story of The Runaways" is now available at Barnes & Noble and Amazon


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There was a lot of discussion about the Batman films in the movie thread last year given the release of The Dark Knight. Meant to make this thread back then but it's probably a better time to do it now anyway, given that after the dust settled on Dark knight people may have cooled on it (I personally haven't, watched it a couple of weeks back and it's still awesome).
Well anyway, I have the first Batman on TV now (I say first, I'm excluding the 60s campfest), absolutely love it, and hopefully they'll be following this up with Batman Returns sometime soon. The latter two in the original set are obviously pretty forgettable (though Nicole Kidman is just so fantastic in Forever), particularly Batman & Robin which really is a disgrace.
Then we have the new ones, and I think both Batman Begins and The Dark Knight are amazing, in different ways. Don't wanna dwell too much here as I am undecided which is my favourite batman film but thought that there could be some interesting discussion around this subject. Maybe not, worth a crack anyway.


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Hawpe moves back to fifth in the order after big night
DENVER — If there has been a flickering light in the Rockies' recent dark play, it's the performance of Clint Barmes and Brad Hawpe. Both are heating up after enduring chilling slumps. Hawpe homered and doubled in Saturday's loss and was rewarded, moving back to the fifth spot in the lineup. He hit seventh last night for the first time all season. Barmes remains entrenched at second base. As I wrote today in my column, don't be surprised if the Rockies try to lock up Barmes to a multi-year deal this offseason. I am guessing two years, $10-million with a club option in his first year of free agency. Yes, the club likes Eric Young Jr. But he could fit next year as a bench player, and he has solid trade value.
Pittsburgh, for one, made a strong play for him this season.
As for Hawpe, he said this of his situation:
"You want to get 20-plus hits over the remaining games, but it doesn't always work out that way," Hawpe said. "It's about winning and getting into the playoffs."
Carlos Gonzalez moves over the center field today, with Seth Smith in left. Dexter Fowler, who has been starting in center, gets a rest.
Players wandered in a little later today, which is typical on Sundays. There are no visible signs of stress, other than guys worried about finalizing their fantasy football lineups.
A look at the Rockies' lineup:
CF Gonzalez
LF Smith
1B Helton
SS Tulowitzki
RF Hawpe
C Torrealba
3B Stewart
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South Carolina Code of Laws - Title 47, Chapter 3, Article 13, Section 47-3-710: (C) An animal is not a "dangerous animal" solely by virtue of its breed or species.
MYTH: American Pit Bull Terriers lock their jaws.
Dr. Brisbin: "The few studies which have been conducted of the structure of the skulls, mandibles and teeth of pit bulls show that, in proportion to their size, their jaw structure and thus its inferred functional morphology, is no different than that of any breed of dog.
There is absolutely no evidence for the existence of any kind of "locking mechanism" unique to the structure of the jaw and/or teeth of the American Pit Bull Terrier.
National Research Council has a pdf pamphlet available called "Your Dog's Nutritional Needs - A Science-Based Guide for Pet Owners"***


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Max Page, the 7-year-old actor who played a mini Darth Vader in Volkswagen's 2011 Superbowl spot, has emerged from open heart surgery better than new. The two-hour operation corrected a congenital heart condition that had left the mini Sith with a faulty pulmonary valve and a hole in his heart since infancy.
Doctors said they expect him to make a full recovery within a few months, and the child actor's ordeal even provided an added bonus.
Page's heart is expected to be in better condition than ever before, but his family also used the surgery as a way to raise money for Children's Hospital Los Angeles. With acting credits in The Young and the Restless and Prime Suspect, Page is well enough known to be an apt poster boy for the hospital.
After he recovers, we're sure he'll do great things, although probably not on the dark side of the force.
View more videos at: http://nbcnewyork.com.
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(covers information from several alternate timelines)
Planet, also known as a planetary body or world, is the common designation for a certain type of celestial body usually orbiting a star. They occurred in a great variety of different compositions, masses, and surface conditions. The exact definition of what constituted a planet varied among cultures.
The final appearance of a planet depended on its formation process, which meant where and under what circumstances it formed. Planets could accumulate gigantic atmospheres, exceeding their original size and mass, or they could rest without any atmosphere at all. With a sufficient mass, a planet was able to accumulate so much gas, that it started to undergo nuclear fusion, turning into a protostar. In this state it began to emit energy, as its core temperature and density increased. Planets could also be changed to a class M environment by terraforming. (TNG: "Home Soil")
The Federation had numerous different classifications for planets depending on their mass, composition, surface environment and atmospheric compounds.
In 2259, in the alternate reality, when targeted comm bursts were broadcast to distant planets from Starfleet starships, planetary information was displayed on the main viewscreen such as the class and status as a living planet (a planet with life), its moons, the native intelligent species, the star system, sector and sector block locations. Geographical information was also displayed. (Star Trek Into Darkness display graphic)
All planets are collected in the category Planets. Additionally, several lists for specific groups of planets exist:
- Cardassian planets
- Dominion planets
- Earth colonies
- Federation colonies
- Federation members
- Homeworlds
- Inhabited planets
- Klingon planets
- Delphic Expanse planets
- Romulan planets
- Uninhabited planets
- Unnamed planets
- Prime planets
- First planets
- Second planets
- Third planets
- Fourth planets
- Fifth planets
- Sixth planets
- Seventh planets
- Eighth planets
- Ninth planets
- Tenth planets
- Eleventh planets
- Twelfth planets
- Fourteenth planets
- Twentieth planets
External linksEdit
- Planet at Wikipedia
- Planet at Memory Beta, the wiki for licensed Star Trek works


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Saturday, July 17, 2010
My mysterious past (few months)
I've done a lot of reading because that's all I have the energy for after a hard workout. Some philosophical stuff and some Star Wars.
The Star Wars phase
I went through another Star Wars phase (I get these at regular intervals) during which I got the urge to buy myself some action figures and Lego sets. Unfortunately I couldn't find any of the action figures I wanted and the Lego set I really want (the Millennium Falcon) is way too expensive.
And by the way, if you like episodes 1, 2 and 3, you're not a true Star Wars fan :)
I also watched all original episodes again (4, 5 & 6 FTW!) and I was amazed how they still made me grin like a kid. The weird thing is that when I was younger I preferred them in this order: 6 > 5 > 4 but now I like them exactly the other way: 4 > 5 > 6.
The iPhone 4 fiasco
Though I don't own any Apple products nor do I see myself ever owning any, I'm always watching the tech scene with interest and I believe that competition is very healthy so I want Apple to release new stuff as often as possible.
The iPhone 4 antennagate was entertaining to say the least. Jobs' response was also somewhat to be expected. Basically screw everybody, we won't admit we made a mistake. This arrogance may yet be Apple's downfall.
The reasons why I don't think I'll ever buy into Apple are twofold: it's a closed system, unlike Android or others that are out there and I hate Steve Jobs' arrogance and style.
My first smartphone
During this period I finally took the plunge and bought my first smartphone. It's not an iPhone and it's not an Android device, yet it does all the stuff that these platforms can do. It doesn't have a touchscreen and it has a physical keyboard. It's also tentatively considered to be that particular manufacturer's best phone ever. Oh and I bought it unlocked so I can use it without a data plan, yet I can still connect to the internet provided I can find a wireless hotspot. I'll give you a virtual cookie if you can guess what phone it is.
The RealID(iotic) fiasco
This is one for the history books. There's been tons of virtual ink spilled over Blizzard's blunder so I won't go into details but here's my take on it in a nutshell. I think it would have been a big mistake if real names would have been displayed on the forums. Not only does this violate people's privacy without even asking them if they want to be part of this, but it creates a very dangerous precedent.
I'm willing to bet anything that if this had gone through, the next thing would have been real names in the armory and from there there's only a tiny step to real names in game. It's mind boggling.
Those who think it would have been a good idea don't know what they're talking about or are new to the interwebz. Sorry but that's my firm opinion. There are no ifs or buts about it. Privacy is becoming more of a concern as technology and the internet evolve, not less.
Suffice to say that if ReadID had been implemented like they wanted initially on the forums, I wouldn't have quit WoW over it because I can count the number of posts made over the years on the fingers of one hand. But if they had extended that to the armory or, worse, to the game, that would have been the end of it for me.
So that's what these past few months have been like. Now I'm looking to the future (of WoW) with a lot of interest. I like what I see coming from the Cataclysm beta but I'll talk more about that and my plans for the expansion in my next post.
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- Gyldenfeax said...
Nice to see you back and hear what you've been up to Darth. Glad to hear the workout is going well and continues to improve. I agree about Apple. I hate Apples' proprietary software telling me what I can and can't run.
As for WoW, I hope the game is fresher for you after a break. I've stopped playing WoW regularly for a few weeks now, apart from posting a few auctions. When I finally got my 310% mount from the world events it felt like a let down. I don't like large mounts and other than the Celestial Steed it was the only super speed choice until Catacylsm.
I like soloing stuff at my own pace but also like getting achievements and the rewards they give you. Since so many achievements (raids and Arena) depend on others, a huge number of achievements are just not doable for me. Since the game was just not fun anymore (apart from selling stuff on the AH) and I was shut of from so much content I quit WoW and tried, like you did, playing different solo titles. It's been pretty refreshing so far.
Has much changed since you left?
- July 18, 2010 at 8:55 AM
- Darth Solo said...
Hey Gyldenfeax glad to see you're still reading my blog!
It's called burnout man! Even solo players go through that. Perhaps *especially* solo players.
Initially I thought I would just return for this one month but I might stick around for one extra, depending on how things go.
Nothing has changed since I left but since absence makes the heart grow fonder, I'm happy to go through the same motions as before. Well, there's a twist.
You see, I have an agenda. There are a few things that I want to finish before Cataclysm and I'll talk more about those in a future post.
As for achievements, I think they are the second best new feature brought to the game apart from the dungeon finder. They're basically a game within a game. Love 'em!
- July 18, 2010 at 12:33 PM
Welcome back!
Looking forward to reading your plans for Cataclysm.
- July 21, 2010 at 8:27 PM
- Darth Solo said...
Thanks MK. It's coming soon.
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Saturday, August 26, 2006
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I wasn't raised by demonstrative parents. They didn't snuggle and cuddle and kiss and hug. They were reserved, to the point of coldness. I don't ever remember my mother or my father spontaneously hugging me. They just didn't do it. My mother actually discouraged it. She couldn't handle emotions of any kind - tears or joy would make her tense up and get angry. She's still that way today.
I can't say that I felt deprived, since I didn't know any different, but I was a bit fearful of my parents. I didn't feel that they were all that interested in my thoughts or interests, so I didn't talk to them about it. I lived inside my head, mostly, and was slightly jealous of the relationships my friends seemed to have with their mothers.
Then I had children. I couldn't stop looking at them, touching their soft cheeks as they slept, nibbling on their toes as they lay in my lap, brushing their heads as they nursed. I can't seem to keep my hands off them. I hug them, I kiss them, I tickle them. I love the feel of their warm little bodies when they sit next to me. I love to feel O's head on my shoulder when she's tired. I love to brush her hair and feel the weight of it as it falls thru my fingers. I love to blow raspberries on The Boo's tummy and listen to her squeals and giggles. I love how she runs to me and throws her arms around me and says "Hugs, mama! Hugs!" I love her slobbery toddler kisses on my face. I love to rub noses with her and stare into her blue eyes until we both start giggling. I love that The Bug has dark hair and I stroke it constantly, amazed that I finally have a child with my hair colour. I love to hold her against my chest as she falls asleep, to feel that skin on skin contact and to breath in her intoxicating baby smell.
I want to envelop them with affection. I want them to feel unconditionally loved, to feel able to give and recieve physical affection without stiffening up or pulling away. Now that I know what I missed as a child, I want to make sure my children don't have the same experience
I think there's part of me that wants to keep a piece of them with me, too. I crave their presence when they're not here. It's a physical ache when I'm away from them, a desire to get home and hug them, to sweep them into my arms and bury my face in their necks and just inhale them.
I never thought I would feel this way. Most of my friends would tell you that I'm pretty reserved, not given to spontaneous, public displays of affection. But when it comes to my kids, it's a whole different kettle of ball games.
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- Minnesota Nice said...
Your kiddos are lucky to have you.
I grew up in an icy Scandinavian family where emotions were a big taboo, but I also think it was a generational thing.
I hug my friends, neighbors, mailman, grocery clerk and have come very close to hugging my opthalmologist last time he gave me good report. (We settled for a "high 5" instead.)
Sure adds a lot of sweetness to my life.
- 26 August, 2006 16:09
I just love Kathy's comment.
Sure, I relate to this, Julia. My parents were and are the same way. My mom *thinks* of herself as a warm, emotional person, but when it comes down to it, the only emotion she can tolerate is a very static form of Pollyanna-ish cheer. Anger or saddness are too threatening for her, and she won't hear of these sentiments, no way! Her hugs feel nervous and cool. It saddens me, I can't help it. It feels very cold and rejecting. Whenever I've expressed any kind of anger or even simple malaise, she's said, "How dare you 'put' this on me!!!!"
The loss of that physicality is a serious one. I'm so sorry, Julia, that you didn't get to feel that. I'm so happy that your children will!
- 26 August, 2006 17:14
- Mamma Sarah said...
I'm new to your blog via beanandsprout. Thanks for the inspiring post. It's exactly what my hubby is dealing with, with his parents. Their "love" is with strings attached, so it's not really love at all.
I feel very fortunate to have had parents who were all about "beaking the mold" of exactly what you were talking about. I myself am a new mom and feel exactly how you feel about you kids. Lots of love, hugs, and kisses!!!
- 26 August, 2006 18:14
- Chicky Chicky Baby said...
I think we, the children of less than demonstrative parents, make a point of showing as much love as legally possible to our children. Maybe we're making up for something. I don't know. All I know is your children are lucky to have you.
- 26 August, 2006 21:50
- Nicole P said...
Man, Julia. Way to make me want little ones of my own. You're going to cause trouble.
Bob's family NEVER touches one another - and my family - we never stop hugging and loving one another. It's odd to watch his family say hello and goodbye to one another without a single touch between them - even on Christmas, etc...
My nephew, Milton, gives the best hugs and little kisses, patting his hand gently on your back and saying awwww as he snuggles his face into your neck or shoulder. There is truly nothing like it.
- 27 August, 2006 00:50
- rae ann said...
such an interesting topic. my family is as cold as an alaskan breeze. my mom's not at all affectionate and i think my dad wants to be but doesn't know how. to their credit, they're getting better as they get older, but i remember wanting to just be snuggled as a 4 year old and wondering why my mom wouldn't hold me that way but my grandma would. very confusing. i feel like you do reguarding my urchins. i can't get enough of them and i want them to know it. i love to touch stella's curls, kiss her toes, and nuzzle her neck. ivy's smell is so new and sweet that i constantly have my nose in her thin hair. and she already loves to be kissed. i never want my kids to feel like i didn't show them enough affection and like they missed out (like i often do).
- 27 August, 2006 18:39
- Joke said...
With all the Spain/Italy genes in my pool, my childhood was one long hug 'n' kiss festival. When I'm reading to my kids, I'll absentmindedly, reflexively, stroke their hair or lean and kiss their foreheads.
My poor Irish BiL and his family are at a loss to deal with us. Just the idea of containing your emotions is not only accepted, but the converse is actually unthinkable.
Weird, huh?
- 27 August, 2006 21:19
- Andrea said...
I so know what you mean. I love to nibble me some baby toes, too. Unfortunately I just discovered that my baby boy's feet went to stinky man feet and nibbling toes just isn't recommended anymore. They're not so baby-powder fresh anymore. I'm sad about that. I told my hubs that it's time to have another one just so I can get my daily allowance of baby feets.
- 28 August, 2006 12:20
- Kelsey said...
I'm from a famiy of huggers and I cannot wait to have little ones to love on! :)
Great post Julia!
- 28 August, 2006 17:48
- OhTheJoys said...
I've been reading all these posts related to HBM's. I love yours!
- 28 August, 2006 21:15
Hey, I'm from easta Wista! Wicked!
Also: Great post.
- 29 August, 2006 00:32
- Allison said...
I've never really had that big maternal instinct urge... But that post makes me want to have a baby.
Not now.
Don't worry.
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These are some of the views and reports relevant to our readers that caught our attention this week.
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Will We Have Free Worldwide Wireless Internet Access From Google?
"The last mile is the first mile of cost in Internet access. The barriers to connecting everyone to low-cost, high-speed bandwidth are many, and many people feel we are solving the problem with mobile data – connectivity via mobile phones.
But 3G or even 4G speeds pale in comparison to fiber and WiMax is in its infancy (and often expensive), which means 2G is what most of the world's population has for access via mobiles. EDGE is just not that edgy. In fact, all these systems pale in comparison to what could be coming: free worldwide bandwidth by Google." READ MORE
Transparency International
Middle East and North African Governments have high risks of defence-related corruption
"Every country in the Middle East and North Africa assessed by the first of its kind Government Defence Anti-Corruption Index leaves the door open to waste, impunity and security threats in the defence sector, because the majority lack the systems and the will to prevent corruption. The report for the region, launched today by Transparency International UK's Defence and Security Programme, measures how governments prevent and counter corruption in defence.
All 19 countries in the region are assessed to have high risk of corruption in the sector. Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Syria, and Yemen are found to have a critical level of defence corruption risk, meaning that there is hardly any accountability of defence and security establishments in all these states. The best-scoring countries in the region are Israel, Kuwait, Lebanon, and the United Arab Emirates." READ MORE
Business Insider
Twitter Makes Big Acquisition, Buys Social TV Analytics Company Bluefin Labs
"Twitter has acquired Bluefin Labs, a social TV analytics company that was founded in 2008, sources say.
Although we don't know the exact acquisition price, we were told this is Twitter's biggest acquisition to date.
(Presumably these sources were excluding Twitter's early stock aquisition of Summize, which would now be worth ~$800 million.)
Prior to Bluefin Labs, Twitter's highest acquisition (as far as we can tell) was TweetDeck for $40 million in May 2011." READ MORE
Don't build stuff – get people talking
"This event was organised by the Secure Livelihoods Research Consortium (SLRC) to bring together academics and practitioners to debate the practical implications of the APPP synthesis report which argues that, 'governance challenges are not fundamentally about one set of people getting another set of people to behave better. They are about both sets of people finding ways of being able to act collectively in their own best interests. They are about collective problem solving in fragmented societies hampered by low levels of trust'.
This note is a summary of the discussion that took place between Duncan Green (Senior Strategic Adviser, Oxfam) and David Booth (Director of APPP) looking at the implications of the APPP synthesis report, and a breakdown of the key themes that came out from the discussion that followed." READ MORE
Nieman Journalism Lab
Textizen wants to make civic engagement as easy as texting with a (really wonky) friend
"Wherever you live, it's likely your local government makes big decisions without you. Should the city sell the old fire station to a condo developer? Where should the light-rail stops be located? In any given month, city councils, planning boards, and other committees make decisions that impact a community, and often with minimal input from residents. (Be honest: Did you want to take time to attend that committee meeting Tuesday night after a long day of work?)
Textizen, one of the winners of the mobile round of the Knight News Challenge, wants to give a boost to civic engagement through a suite of technology tools that allow residents to give feedback on community issues. Using its $350,000 award from Knight Foundation, Textizen will expand and begin working with cities around the country." READ MORE
Global Voices Advocacy
It's Time for Transparency Reports to Become the New Normal
"When you use the Internet, you entrust your thoughts, experiences, photos, and location data to intermediaries — companies like AT&T, Google, and Facebook. But when the government requests that data, users are usually left in the dark.
In the United States, companies are not required by law to alert their users when they receive a government request for their data. In some circumstances, they are explicitly prohibited from doing so. As part of our ongoing Who Has Your Back campaign, EFF has called on companies to be transparent by publishing their law enforcement guidelines and statistics on government requests for user data." READ MORE
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Disputes about accidents or injuries – a guide
If you've been hurt in an accident that was someone else's fault, you may be entitled to compensation. Most claims are settled out of court, but you may need legal help and advice. Find out what you can do if you've suffered a personal injury.
Working out if someone else is to blame
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- if you slip up in a shop, report the accident to the manager
In each case, you'd have to be able to show that the accident could have been avoided if someone else had taken reasonable care.
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The Acting Simpson
One has a career in the crapper and is divorced, the other is a new mom, is married, and has a much more promising future as an actor…
Ashlee Simpson will be joining Melrose Place. The new Melrose Place. Ugh. There are so many great writers with so many great show pitches, NEW show pitches, and they insist on resurrecting the past. Why?
Anyway, Ashlee will play a "small-town girl who arrives in Los Angeles with a big secret (like) the Southern-belle-turned-actress portrayed on the original Melrose by Amy Locane". At least it won't go straight to dvd.
Here are Ashlee and her husband Pete with baby Bronx in London the other day. Fall Out Boy is performing a series of shows in the UK.
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Wine Appraisal
If it can be said that wine tasting is subjective, it probably follows that the monetary value of wine is even more subjective. Whether it's the price of a single bottle, an auction lot, or an entire collection, the estimated value of that wine becomes one of the most important factors in determining its intrinsic value to a buyer, collector or investor. For most wines, wine enthusiasts usually make their own decisions about a wine's perceived value. But, when thousands of dollars are on the line, often a professional wine appraiser is consulted.
Wine appraisers are experts who help wine lovers protect their wine collections by inventorying them and giving them value, often an essential need if wine collections are insured. Appraisals are also often necessary for purposes of charity donations, damage claims, divorce settlements, estate planning, and/or liquid investment.
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BUZZARDS BAY, Mass. – For the second year in a row, the MIT men's lacrosse team secured a spot in the Pilgrim Lacrosse League Championship Tournament in dramatic fashion on the last day of conference play as it defeated Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 7-6. Sophomore John Kramer (Glastonbury, Conn.) provided the game-winning goal with 1:49 remaining in regulation on Monday night while senior Sean Burke (Centennial, Colo.) put the Engineers in the playoffs last season by scoring with 33 seconds left in a double-overtime decision against Clark University.
The Cardinal and Gray, who improved to 5-9 on the year and 3-3 in Pilgrim play, will now travel to top-seeded Springfield College for semifinal action on Wednesday, May 1.
In addition to his game-winning strike, Kramer posted five groundballs and two caused turnovers. Freshman Graham Francis (Palos Verdes Estates, Calif.) notched two goals while classmate Paul Orrson (Baltimore, Md.) registered a goal and an assist. Burke and sophomore Bill Kelleher (Pittsburgh, Pa.) both scored a goal as freshman Jonah Hessels (Poolesville, Md.) earned two assists. Sophomore Jake Slonaker (West Windsor, N.J.) totaled one assist and three groundballs while junior Tim Wilczynski (Old Lyme, Conn.) produced two caused turnovers. Freshmen Nick Uhlenhuth (Louisville, Ky.) and Jake Shearman (Hertfordshire, United Kingdom) both picked up three groundballs as senior Christopher Rullan (Wexford, Pa.) compiled seven saves, eight groundballs, and two caused turnovers. Junior Britt Cyr (Cincinnati, Ohio) rounded out the squad with five groundballs and winning eight of his 12 faceoff attempts.
The early stages of the game were a back-and-forth affair until Francis converted a feed from Hessels in transition with 8:10 on the clock. A turnover by Massachusetts Maritime set up MIT's next goal which was scored by Burke almost five minutes later. After earning the assist on Burke's tally, Orrson redirected a pass from Verdi to put the visitors' up 3-0. Cyr won the ensuing faceoff that led to Francis's solo strike with 39 seconds left in the quarter.
The Buccaneers controlled the action in the second stanza as they outshot the Engineers, 13-3, and tallied three goals in a span of 2:23. The final nine minutes of the quarter were a defensive battle as MIT entered halftime with a 4-3 edge.
Massachusetts Maritime recorded the equalizer midway through the third quarter but the Engineers pulled in front courtesy of Verdi's man-up marker with 2:02 to go. The Buccaneers countered by knotting the game at five with 29 seconds on the clock.
The exchange of goals carried over into the final frame as Kelleher connected on a feed from Slonaker after 1:17 elapsed while the hosts quickly evened the score at six. MIT responded by rattling off eights shots but seven were turned away by the Massachusetts Maritime goalie. The Buccaneers, meanwhile, made three charges at net as their final bid was stopped by Rullan and led to Kramer's goal.
The game was played in memory of fallen MIT Police Officer Sean Collier, who lost his life in the line of duty on April 18. The Massachusetts Maritime Student-Athlete Advisory Committee raised $650 in donations to The Jimmy Fund that will be made in Officer Collier's name on behalf of both schools.


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The Top Four Tax Nightmares
Some tax problems are much harder to solve than others, but what are the really awful ones? The worst of the worst? Laura Saunders reports. Photo: AP.
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Azure integration with Office 365
This article applies to both Office 365 Enterprise and Microsoft 365 Enterprise.
Office 365 uses Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) to manage user identities behind the scenes. Your Office 365 subscription includes a free subscription to Azure AD so that you can integrate Office 365 with Azure AD if you want to sync passwords or set up single sign-on with your on-premises environment. You can also buy advanced features to better manage your accounts.
Azure also offers other functionality, like managing integrated apps, that you can use to extend and customize your Office 365 subscriptions.
You can use the Azure AD deployment advisors for a guided setup and configuration experience (you must be signed in to Office 365):
Azure AD editions and Office 365 identity management
If you have a paid subscription to Office 365, you also have a free subscription to Azure AD. You can use Azure AD to create and manage user and group accounts. To activate this subscription you have to complete a one-time registration. Afterward, you can access Azure AD from your Office 365 admin portal.
For instructions, see use your free Azure AD subscription. Follow the instructions to register the free Azure AD subscription that comes with your subscription to Office 365. Don't go directly to azure.microsoft.com to sign up or you'll end up with a trial or paid subscription to Microsoft Azure that is separate from your free one for Office 365.
With the free subscription you can synchronize with on-premises directories, set up single sign-on, and synchronize with many software as service applications, such as Salesforce, DropBox and many more.
If you want enhanced Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) functionality, bi-directional synchronization, and other management capabilities, you can upgrade your free subscription to a paid premium subscription. For details see Azure Active Directory editions.
For more information about Office 365 and Azure AD, see Understanding Office 365 Identity and Azure Active Directory.
Extend the capabilities of your Office 365 tenant
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|You can grant individual apps access to your Office 365 data, like mail, calendars, contacts, users, groups, files, and folders. You can also authorize these apps at global admin level and make them available to your entire company by registering the apps in Azure AD. For details see Integrated Apps and Azure AD for Office 365 administrators.
Also see single sign-on to applications.
|Power apps are focused apps for mobile devices that can connect to your existing data sources like SharePoint lists, and other data apps. See Create a PowerApp for a list in SharePoint Online and PowerApps page for details.
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Kilpatrick family dynasty comes to end in Detroit federal court
Kwame Kilpatrick found guilty of federal corruption charges, heads to prison
DETROIT – Kwame Kilpatrick's mother, the former Congresswoman, said the words which summed up the end of her family's dynasty after her son was convicted of 24 counts of corruption on Monday.
"I served 32 years. Pray for us," said Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick.
Read more: Kwame Kilpatrick, Ferguson denied bond, ordered to prison
Kilpatrick's father, Bernard Kilpatrick, also showed his emotions as he started tearing up in court. He hugged his son after the guilty verdicts were read. Kilpatrick could be heard saying, "It's OK pops."
"He didn't take a dime. Kwame didn't take a dime," said Bernard Kilpatrick outside court.
Watch: Family fallout: The Kilpatricks
The former Detroit mayor's wife and three boys were not in court. The family doesn't know when they will see Kwame again as he faces a possible 20-year prison sentence.
Kwame had one chance on Monday after the guilty verdicts were read to say something to the citizens of Detroit, to say something to his supporters, the ones who had believed in him and backed him all these years. He said nothing.
The last sight of the former mayor was of him inside a black van as it drove him away in handcuffs to prison.
Related: Bobby Ferguson found guilty on 9 of 11 counts, goes to prison
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Two robbers have paid a visit to a house in south-eastern Australia, hours after a teenager posted a photo on Facebook of a large sum of cash.
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A's See the Rays of Light in Loss
The Rays currently have the 4th best record in the MLB. They trail only Boston (28-19), Arizona (28-16), Chicago Cubs (28-17). The Rayts are also still 7 games over .500, and are one victory away from equalling their new record for games over .500( 8 games over .500).
Trivia Fact of the Night:
The legendary Ty Cobb owns the record for stealing home, he did it 54 times in his career.
The Good,The Bad,and The Ugly
Rays starter Scott Kazmir( 3-1) is getting better and better every time he has started since coming off the DL. Kazmir is more relaxed and his control is becoming pinpoint, which means trouble for AL batters. Last night, Scott tossed 7 innings of 4-hit, 1 run ball against the Oakland A's. The win sealed another series for the Rays this season.
Kazmir is now the All-time Rays victory leader with his 37th win. Kazmir passed Victor Zambrano, the player he was traded for when the Rays aquired Kazmir in 2004. This was also Scott's 101st career start, which is amazing considering he is the youngest member of our rotation.
Honorable Mention "Good Guys":
*** Rays closer Troy Percival came on and recorded his 13th save of the season. Troy got stronger as the inning progressed. His pitch speed increased, and his location was dead-on tonight. He did have a small wobble on the mound in one occasion, but shook off the trainers and pitched the inning for the save opportunity.
** Rays reliever Dan Wheeler currently owns the AL lead in "holds" with 12 this season. Opposing teams are batting .148 against him. Since 2005, he has 65 holds, which ranks him 5th in that time span in the MLB.
* Rays catcher Dioner Navarro has not let his average dip below .300 at any point this season. To really put that in perspective, at the All-Star break alst year, Dioner was hitting .177 for the Rays. He is currently leading ALL catchers with a .366 average.
Last night, he connected on a 3-run double that put the Rays on the board for good, and sealed the victory for the Rays. That gives Dioner 16 RBI's for the year. He has appeared in 22 of 26 games since coming off the DL on April 22nd.
The Bad
For once, "The Bad" is actually a repeat plea for the team to help develop a better plan to help those stranded Rays on the basepaths. The Rays left 8 guys on base last night that could have sealed this victory alot earlier for Joe and the boys. Think about it, if that is the worst I can find wrong in this game, that is a great thing. GO RAYS!!!!
The Ugly
Before this series, the "Ugly" was any time we stepped foot in the McAfee Stadium's doors. Before this series, the Rays were 11-35 in prior series in this park. And they had only won two series in their short history here. The good news is that as of last night, the Rays have now won 3 of the last 4 series in the park and might be overtaking the mystic that is the A's home field advantage.
Again, the stadium's lights played a major role in the winner of this contest. In the top of the 8th inning, Dioner Navarro hit a routine fly ball to leftfield. The A's Emil Brown was positioned to catch the ball before the lights turned the play into a blooper for the ages.
The ball sailed between his glove and his left shoulder and skidded to the outfield wall for a Navarro 3-run double. the reason I mention this, it was the winning runs in the ballgame.
Do not forget that the Rays are coming home for a series against their AL division nemesis the Baltimore Orioles. Both teams are playing inspired ball, and the Saturday night game features an after game concert by the Commodores.
So bring your "Brick house" to the game so you can tell her why she is "Three times a lady."
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Cages should be a minimum of 30 cubic feet, and, if possible, high enough to allow shelves and jumping
room for each cat. Show cages can be stacked two high with a hole cut to allow the cat to jump from one cage to the other.
If you build your cages, design them to be as easy as possible to clean. Not only does this save time
and energy, but also cuts down odor problems and aids disease control. Elevating the cages off the floor makes them easier
to clean. A height of eighteen inches provides storage space for such things as cases of cat food. Thirty inches provides
carrier storage.
Male cats present special problems. Since they will probably be confined most of the time, their cages
should be larger than the females. Male cages may be enclosed on three sides to keep spray confined mainly to the inside
of the cage. Unless you wish to build a separate breeding cage, a connecting cage can be used to house females to be bred.
Walk in cages are excellent if you have space.
Ideally, each cat should have access to an individual outside run. Very few breeders, however, will be
able to achieve this ideal. You may wish to have a "community" outside run, that opens to a large inside cage. An elevated
floor on the run will cut down on flea infestation. The run must be very sturdy to prevent wandering animals and children
from breaking in. There should be an outside entrance to the run & this should be kept padlocked.
Arrange your cages with as much space as possible between them. Eight feet seems to be the ideal
distance to prevent airborne spread of disease.
Special rolling cages for nursing queens and kittens are a good investment. These should be waist high
with a door at the top. This way the mother can jump out but the kittens cannot.
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Earned All-Ivy first team honors ... Went 10-5 at the Tradition Tournament (Dec. 8) ... Competed at the St. John's Invitational (Jan. 26) ... Posted a 14-1 record, which was good for first, at the Ivy League Round-Robins (Feb. 8-9) … Helped Harvard to its 7th straight Beanpot title (Feb. 12) ... Finished seventh at the NCAA Northeast Regional with a 13-11 mark and plus-20 indicator (March 9).
Freshman (2012-13):
Earned All-Ivy first team honors ......... Finished fourth in the foil event at the Penn State Garret Open (Nov. 3)...... Competed with the foil squad against NYU, North Carolina, Sacred Heart, Vassar and Penn State to help Harvard get off to a 4-1 start in team competition (Dec. 1) ... Posted a 10-5 record at Ivy Round-Robins (March 2-3) … Placed fifth at NCAA Regionals (March 10).
Captured gold in the Junior men's foil and tied for 11th in the Division I men's foil at the November NAC (Nov. 8-11) … Finished 47th at the Junior World Cup (Nov. 16-18) ... Claimed the bronze medal at the Eden Cup (Nov. 30) … Placed 23rd at the December NAC (Dec. 15) ... Finished 28th at the Udine Junior World Cup (Jan. 4) ... Helped Team USA men's foil team win bronze at the Paris Foil World Cup and finished 75th overall (Jan. 18-20) ... Competed at the Prince Takamado Grand Prix in Tokyo (May 3-4).
Won gold in the men's junior foil event (Nov. 10) and bronze in the men's Division I foil event at the November NAC (Nov. 12) … Placed 19th in the Division I foil event at the December NAC (Dec. 7) ... Finished 18th at Udine Junior World Cup.
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Decades after the vision was cast, the New International Version (NIV) has become one of the most widely read Bible translations in contemporary English. That's because the NIV delivers the very best combination of accuracy and readability. It's true to God's Word and true to the reader.
Getting the Words Right
Getting the words right means being true to the original Greek, Hebrew, and Aramaic of the Bible. But it also means being true to the reader — capturing the Bible's original meaning in natural, everyday English.
That's what sets the NIV Bible apart. It doesn't sacrifice precision for clarity or the other way around. It delivers both, all in a Bible translation you'll love to read.
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The NIV translators are united by their conviction that the Bible is God's inspired Word. That, along with their years of studying biblical languages, helps them to capture subtle nuances and the depth of meaning in the Bible. (More)
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I enjoy reading and preaching from the NIV here in our ministry in New York City. After more than 25 years, it continues to be my favorite version of God's Word.
The updated NIV will be my next Bible of choice. Its balanced approach to translation that values equally fidelity to the languages and meaning of the original texts is just what we need.
This is an exceptional translation, designed to be read and heard in an idiom that we can understand.
The NIV is a gift to the church. Its clear, readable English is accurate to the original languages, communicating the Bible's rich message in a way that will reach people of all ages, education, and spiritual maturity.
The scholarship that produced this version is excellent, both in text and translation decisions. For this, believers everywhere can and should thank God for the NIV, because it is what it purports to be: the eternal word of God in the language of English-speaking people today.
The NIV communicates the message of the original authors of Scripture better than any translation I'm aware of. This is THE translation for our generation.
In my estimation, the NIV provides the best translation to the original text while using a language style that is easier for contemporary folks to understand. I have started using the new NIV with the same confidence I have had all these years. I believe with all my heart that this translation will fill the lives of people today with great joy.
As a pastor who is passionate about communicating the Gospel, I'm thankful for the NIV and how the Committee on Bible Translation carefully reviews and updates the translation to best reflect the language of this generation.
The NIV will now continue to be at the forefront of modern English Bibles as the best translation for both public and private use. It combines accuracy and readability better than any other translation.
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I remember when I walked into my very first scrapbooking store. The year was 2001, and even though choices were far more limited then, it was still utterly overwhelming. There were so many choices, so many decisions to make. How would I know what was right for me?
Today, I'm noticing many people have a similar problem. Now the source of confusion is wet mediums. Some come straight from the art aisle, others are marketed directly towards paper crafters. There are a veritable cornucopia of options. In my research to assemble an article to help those who aren't sure what is right for them, I first tried putting a wide variety of mediums through several tests such as adhering buttons and heavier objects, adhering paper down, etc. In many of my tests, I found switching adhesive really didn't matter – whatever I have on hand will work fine. However, that does not mean that all things are created equally in the liquid medium world. There are differences. Several key questions will help you determine which medium (or mediums) are right for your needs.
What are you doing?
The answer to that question will matter in your choice of medium, and may determine if you can get away with just one product, or if several more specialized products are the way to go. If you are needing a liquid medium to primarily hold heavier embellishments down, you do not have the same reqiurements as someone who is wanting to create collage art with tissue paper. Knowledge is power – and it will help you make better choices.
Does longevity matter?
This is an important question! I remember the many craft projects I did as a child with rubber cement, projects that have now fallen to pieces or become horribly discolored. Check your labels, because while most mediums are non-toxic, few boast acid-free or archival quality among their specifications. For example: I know that Mod-Podge is a popular product choice for many papercrafters. However, be sure to purchase the 'paper' version if you need an acid-free product. If you are making something that isn't meant to last, then this isn't a problem. However, if you are making something you'd like to see still look good in ten, twenty, or even fifty years, then take care with the materials you choose.
How do you work?
Is a small applicator tip best? Or do you like to dip a paint brush into a large jar? Do you need to be doing a lot of lines or detailed and small applications? Or will you be doing large all-over work? Knowing not only what you're doing, but how you work is helpful – and can reduce frustration and keep you from slowing yourself down by choosing a product that can't be used in that way.
What does it offer?
You will not find any straight "adhesives" in this article. Yes, there are some excellent liquid scrapbook adhesives out there, but most cannot multi-task, and therefore I have not made room for them in my stash. I prefer items that can do a multitude of things for me – and do them all well.
Now that the critical determining questions have been asked, here are my answers. I am sharing with you the mediums I use here in my own studio, and why I recommend and use each one.
The new kid on the block – just released this year – is Ranger's Glue n' Seal. It's a nice multi-purpose glue. The built-in brush was a major plus for me. When I find myself wanting to adhere papers, throw a button on, or otherwise just needing to brush on some glue I reach for this, and am happy with the results. It passed all of my tests on paper, and I'd recommend it – especially to someone wanting the ease of a built-in brush!
I was introduced to PPA by US Art Quest years ago, and it's been my best friend and most recommended product ever since. It not only works as an adhesive on any item I might want to add to my paper craft project, but it is also useful as a sealant, top coat, or to mix with acrylic paints, washes, or mists. It is archival, acid-free, non-tacky, and UV protective. In short, it's the best all-around product that I've found on the market. The matte finish truly dries without a trace, and the gloss finish is nice for showing a bit of shine. This is a very thin liquid medium, so it will definitely not work in place of molding paste or with stencils to form a design.
If you are looking for a medium with more body, that will hold shape as well as smoothly go on with a brush to adhere or seal, then I'd recommend Claudine Hellmuth's multi-medium. It should be noted that once applied, the gloss finish becomes resistant to taking on color. I use this frequently for canvas projects. It will hold buttons and other embellishments, and I really like that I can apply this over a plastic stencil and it will hold the shape, creating a textured resist on your project. You can see this in use below creating a diamond pattern stencil on a kraft paper tag-
This is fast becoming one of my favorite techniques, actually, and this product is the best way to do it!
Ranger's Glossy Accents is another favorite medium of mine. Thanks to the super fine applicator tip you can draw with it, apply it over any design, and generally just add shine and a hint of dimension to any project you can create. Once dry it is slick and totally clear – and I can not count the number of bottles I've gone through over the years! I have also found this to work very well as a general liquid adhesive, and it is fantastic for use with glitters.
Finally, there is the medium of molding paste such as Golden Gel Medium.While it is not a medium that you would typically use as an adhesive, and it is not clear, it's an excellent tool in the mixed media artist's toolbox. Molding paste has a firm consistency, and so it will hold its shape. It can be used with color (washes, paints, etc), or color can be applied after the paste has dried.
At the end of the day, your liquid mediums should do what you'd like them to. Glossy or matte, thick or thin – the options are all there in the scrapbook stores and in art stores and in various sections of craft stores as well. Most of the items I've featured in this article are available at Michael's and other craft store chains.
I hope this introduction to liquid mediums has been helpful. With so much available, and so many brands to choose from, I believe it's important to read those labels, and figure out what you're getting – and more importantly, if it's the best option for you.


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Thank you to everyone who donated to Pack for Phineas.
When we first met Phineas and learned about what we could do for the town of Soweto, we never could have imagined how generous you would be for people you have never met. He first asked us last year to help by contributing left over Rally items when it was all over. Phineas informed us that he would deliver anything he could find to ensure the people of Soweto had clothes, book, toys and other items to live.
We knew that together we could do so much more.
We were blown away by how much you brought with you from all over the world. Your contributions filled our storage room to the brim with everything from school supplies and toys to shoes and clothes. As we watched you unpack suitcases filled with donations for the families of this town, we couldn't help but be filled with so many emotions. We could only wonder how these people would react when we delivered all of these items to them.
It was truly a wonder! Because of you, we were able to give to every person and child who we visited with during our donation drop off. Because of your generosity and heart, we were able to bring smiles to the faces of the children of this town. As we stood there, children jumped with joy as toys reached their hands. Moms cheered as they sifted through clothes for their young children.
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These are various pieces of art made by me for the use of game modifications I used to create before. I've had plenty of experience with pixel art and these examples show what I'm capable of doing.


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Easter Basket For The Momma-To-Be
Photo Credit: Terence Langendoen/Photodisc/Getty Images
If you're having morning sickness
One of my favorite things about Easter is all the tasty treats that comes with the holiday. But if you're still in the throes of first-trimester morning sickness, the last thing you're probably looking forward to is a big Easter brunch. Instead, pick up a bag of these adorable bunny-shaped pretzels during your next Target shopping run to help calm your queasy tummy. The pretzels are a seasonal Market Pantry item, so look for them by the other Easter treats. (Target, $3)
If you're craving different foods
Somewhere during your pregnancy you'll find yourself having inexplicable cravings for the most random things. Instead of forcing your baby daddy to drive all over town in search of your latest food craving, pick up a bag of gourmet jelly beans. With 41 gourmet flavors like Ice Cream Cake and Tiramisu, you're bound to find one to satisfy your preggo craving. There's no pickle flavor though; you're on your own there. (Gimbals Fine Candies, price varies)
If you're a coffee lover
As a coffee fiend, quitting cold turkey on my java fix was super difficult when I was pregnant. I made fast friends with tasty teas as an alternative. This little Easter egg tin is filled with mint chocolate rooibos tea. Not only is it a decadent dessert-like flavor, but rooibos tea is naturally caffeine-free. Sip on it during Easter brunch while everyone else is downing coffee. (DavidsTea, $5)
If you're having aches & pains
Growing a baby can take a toll on your body, and muscle soreness is common. Indulge in a warm bath after spending the holiday with family. This bunch of carrots will fill the bathtub with scented bubbles. A great option for an Easter basket. (LUSH, $13)
If you're nesting
If you've hit the point in your pregnancy where you want to clean and get your home in order, you'll love this sweet Easter Candy Birdhouse. And, since it will be one of the last times you get to do a craft by yourself before baby comes, enjoy making it as cute as can be (because, seriously, have you seen the crazy gingerbread house designs little kids make?). (Target, $10)
Note: I received free samples of the Market Pantry bunny shaped pretzels, Gimbal's Gourmet Jelly Beans and the Birdhouse Candy Decorating Kit for the purposes of review. All opinions are my own.
More Easter ideas
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