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Minnowboard:GPIO Programming
- 1 Summary
- 2 Contents of the box
- 3 Anatomy of a MinnowBoard
- 4 Specifications
- 5 Preparing the MicroSD Card
- 6 GPIO on the MinnowBoard
- 7 Selecting the correct LED
- 8 Extra Credit
- 9 Setup
- 10 Booting Angstrom
- 11 Steps
- 12 Output
- 13 Windows Users
- 14 Mac Users
- 15 Resources
In this guide, I will describe how to do GPIO Programming on the MinnowBoard step by step. This guide is for new users who are just getting started with the MinnowBoard.
Contents of the box
When you purchase a MinnowBoard, the following items are included in the box as shown in Figure -1:
- MinnowBoard
- 5V Power Adaptor
- 4GB micro SD card preloaded with Angstrom Linux Distribution(Yocto Project Compatible)
- USB Cable
Anatomy of a MinnowBoard
Top Side
This section outlines the various components on the MinnowBoard. Figure -2 below annotates the important components on the top side of the MinnowBoard.
Below is a brief description of the micro USB and debugger ports which are annotated in Figure -2.
• Micro USB: This port can be used to access the contents of the MinnowBoard's microSD card as a removable drive on your desktop computer. Simply boot the MinnowBoard up and connect it to your desktop computer using a micro-USB cable.
• Debugger: This mini-USB port allows you to interact with the serial console of the MinnowBoard, so you can log into it and view debugging messages even when an external monitor and keyboard are not connected to the MinnowBoard. You need to use a terminal emulator on your desktop computer to access the serial console at a baud rate of 115200. This is demonstrated later in this guide in the Booting Angstrom section.
Bottom Side
Figure -3 below annotates the important components on the bottom side of the MinnowBoard.
For detailed specifications of the MinnowBoard, please visit our website below:
Preparing the MicroSD Card
Please note that this section is completely optional. The MinnowBoard already comes with a microSD card that is preloaded with a working Angstrom Linux image. In case you want to use a newer image or want to program the microSD from scratch, this section covers it all. These steps were created using an Ubuntu 12.10 64-bit system.
Note:- This section is for Linux users only. If you are using Windows, please skip to the Windows Section. If you are using Mac, please skip to the OS X section.
First download the latest Angstrom Linux image for MinnowBoard using the following link:
Latest Angstrom Image for the MinnowBoard
At the time of writing this guide, the latest image available for download was 'Angstrom-development-GNOME-image-eglibc-ipk-v2012.12-minnow-2013.07.10.img.xz'
Insert the microSD card into a microSD compatible writer in your desktop computer. Now, identify the disk device filename for your microSD card. You can do this by opening the Disk Utility application (sometimes also called Disks) in Ubuntu and clicking on the microSD card entry. See the Device field to determine the raw device name of your microSD card. Note that this device name should specify an entire disk device (e.g, /dev/sde), and not an individual disk partition (e.g, /dev/sde1)
Now, make sure all possible disk partitions from the microSD card are unmounted by typing the command below into your terminal:
$ sudo umount /dev/sdX?*
Here 'sdX' stands for the raw device id of the microSD card.
Now unpack the image to the microSD card by typing the command below in a terminal window:
$ xzcat Angstrom-development-GNOME-image-eglibc-ipk-v2012.12-minnow-2013.07.10.img.xz | sudo dd of=/dev/sdX
GPIO on the MinnowBoard
The MinnowBoard provides a variety of GPIO(General Purpose Input Output), some with a dedicated purpose. For the purpose of this guide, I will be concentrating only on GPIO(s) which are on the J9 expansion header as shown in Figure - 4 . Please refer the table below to find out how are the GPIO(s) actually referenced in the kernel and their default modes as well as values. Unless otherwise stated the GPIO(s) on J9 expansion header are rated at 3.3V and can source/sink a maximum of 10mA. Also, it can be seen from the table that the GPIO(s) are by default set to be used in INPUT mode and have PULL-UP resistors enabled.
|Sr. No.
|Reference Number in the kernel*
|Default Mode
|Default Value
|*For example GPIO-3 on J9 header will be referenced as gpio-244 in kernel
As you can see from Figure -4, there are a total of ten pins on the J9 header out of which 8 pins can be used as GPIO. The remaining two pins are GND and 3.3V as mentioned in the table.
The GPIO(s) are accessible via the user space in Linux at the location below on the filesystem:
There is one directory per GPIO, named as shown below(as an example only two GPIO(s) are shown here):
Inside each one of those directories, there are files named "direction" and "value" as shown in Figure - 5. The former is for configuring the mode of GPIO as input("in") or output("out") while the latter is for the value('1' for HIGH and '0' for LOW) if used in output mode.
Selecting the correct LED
• To make sure that you do not damage the GPIO pins on the MinnowBoard, please use a LED whose rating should not exceed 3.3V/10mA:
• If you have an LED that is higher than the above mentioned ratings, please refer the refer the link below to select an appropriate current limiting resistor:
Extra Credit
This is an optional section which you can read for further understanding. In a nutshell, we are trying to access the on board USER LED(s) via userspace in Linux. To be more precise we are using the sysfs interface. sysfs is a virtual filesystem which translates the hardware devices and busses attached to the system(board in our case) into a file system hierarchy that can be accessed from userspace. sysfs is generated by the kernel and always mounted at /sys. As discussed earlier, trigger for D11 and D12 LEDs has to be changed to make them function as USER LEDs. I would describe 'trigger' as the API used to link a LED to an 'event' in kernel space. Here, 'event' could be microSD card or Ethernet activity, heartbeat, power etc. To understand this better, take LED D11 for example. The trigger for D11 has been set by default to heartbeat. So, to use it as an USER LED, we have to change the trigger for it to 'none' as shown in Figure - 6 below:
Please refer the Figure - 6 below to see the connections:
Only the pins on the J9 expansion header are used in this case. Connect the anode of the LED to the resistor(I am using a 330 ohms resistor) which in turn is connected to pin 3(GPIO) and connect the cathode of the LED to pin 2(GND) . You can purchase the male-female type hookup/jumper wires used for connections from the link below:
Booting Angstrom
First insert the card into the microSD card slot label side up as shown in Figure -7. Push the microSD card into the slot until it clicks into place.
Next, connect an external keyboard and mouse to the MinnowBoard. Then connect a USB mini cable to your computer and the MinnowBoard as shown in Figure -8. This connection will be used to access the serial console of the MinnowBoard.
Now power up the MinnowBoard, connect the 5V/2.5A power supply to it as shown in Figure -9:
Access the MinnowBoard's serial console via a terminal emulator:
$ sudo screen /dev/ttyUSB0 115200
Note:- You can also use minicom, but screen is much easier to use! Also in most cases the virtual USB serial port is ttyUSB0. If it does not work, try ttyUSB1
You should see a similar Angstrom login screen as shown in Figure - 10. The username is 'root' and there is no password - just press the Enter key.
• Now let us toggle that LED!
GPIO - 3 is referenced as 244 in the kernel. Since, it is set to be used in INPUT mode by default, we need to change its mode to OUTPUT. Type the following command in your terminal to accomplish this:
echo out > /sys/class/gpio/gpio244/direction
Now we are ready to toggle the LED. Type the following commands in your terminal as shown in Figure - 11(First one is for turning ON and latter for OFF):
echo 1 > /sys/class/gpio/gpio244/value echo 0 > /sys/class/gpio/gpio244/value
You should get an output as shown below:
Windows Users
This section is for those who are using a Windows machine to interact with the MinnowBoard.
Serial Terminal
We will be using Teraterm as our terminal application. Please follow the steps below to set up Teraterm:
Download the latest version of Teraterm using the link below:
At the time of writing this guide, the latest version was '4.78' .
Install the Teraterm software by double clicking on the exe file downloaded earlier. If it displays a security warning, accept it and click on 'Run' as shown in Figure - 14 below:
Now just follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. It is advised to do the 'full' installation instead of the 'standard' one as shown in Figure - 15 below:
Launch Teraterm. Then go to Setup>Serial port and change the settings as shown in Figure - 16 below:
Then go to File>New connections and select the Serial option and chose the appropriate COM port as shown in Figure - 17 below
Then connect the required accessories as described earlier in this guide and power up the MinnowBoard. If all went well, you should see a login screen in Teraterm as shown in Figure - 18 below:
Preparing the microSD card
First, download the latest Angstrom Linux image from the link below:
Next, download the 7-zip utility from the link below and install it:
Decompress the previously downloaded Angstrom image using 7-zip as shown in Figure - 19 below. The resulting file should have an extension '.img' .
Image Writer for Windows is needed to write the .img file to a microSD card. Download and install Image Writer using the link below: :
Insert the mircoSD card into the computer using an appropriate adapter. Next, launch the image writer software we just installed earlier. Select the Angstrom image and write it to the microSD card as shown in Figure - 20 below.
Mac Users
This section is for those who are using OS X to interact with the MinnowBoard.
Serial Terminal
We will be using the 'screen' command which is by default a part of the bash shell on OS X. To use screen command, the FTDI driver(it enables communication between the development board and computer over USB) has to be installed. Please follow the steps below to install it:
Download the latest ftdi driver for Mac OS X from the link below and make sure that you select the correct file corresponding to your computer architecture(32/64 bit):
Double click on the downloaded file to start the installation procedure.
You will have two files inside the downloaded driver package as shown below in Figure - 21. The first file, ending with 10_3 is specific for Mac OS X version 10.3 . The second file is for all other versions, newer than 10.3 .
Based on your Max OS X version, select the appropriate and double click it to proceed further.
You will now be greeted with an ftdi installer screen as shown in Figure - 22.
Proceed forward by pressing the 'continue' button till you reach the "installation type" screen as shown below in Figure -23.
Now press the 'install' button and wait for it to finish as shown in Figure - 24.
If the installation was successful, you should be greeted by a screen similar to the one shown in Figure - 25
Then connect the required accessories as described earlier in this guide and power up the MinnowBoard.
If everything went well, you will see new entries in the /dev directory:
/dev/cu.usbserial-xxxxxxxx /dev/tty.usbserial-xxxxxxxx
Here, xxxxxxxx is either the device's serial number or, for unserialized devices, a location string that depends on which USB port your device is connected to. /dev can be accessed through the Terminal application. The Terminal application can be launched by selecting Go > Applications > Utilities > Terminal. Now fire up the terminal in Mac OS X and type the following command in it:
$ cd /dev
Access the MinnowBoard's serial console via a terminal emulator and you should be greeted by the Angstrom screen as shown in Figure - 26:
$ sudo screen /dev/tty.usbserial-xxxxxxxx 115200
Preparing the microSD card
First, download the latest Angstrom Linux image from the link below:
Next, install the "The Unarchiver" application(it is free) from the app store on Mac OS X as shown in Figure - 27
Then unpack the downloaded angstrom image using the unarchiver application as shown below in Figure -28
Insert the microSD card into a microSD compatible writer in your computer. Now, identify the disk device filename for your microSD card. You can do this by typing the command below, before and after you insert the microSD card and comparing the outputs to see the newly added device:
$ df-h
Note:- If you notice closely, the microSD card entry will be in the form of /dev/diskNsX where 'N' and 'X' are numbers. diskNsX is basically the device id of your microSD card. So, to obtain the raw device id from this, remove the 's' and 'X' from the device id. The raw device id should be in the form of diskN .
Now, make sure all possible disk partitions from the microSD card are unmounted by typing the command below into your terminal: $ sudo umount /dev/diskN?* Here 'diskN' stands for the raw device id of the microSD card.
Now unpack the image to the microSD card by typing the command below in a terminal window:
$ sudo dd if=Angstrom-development-GNOME-image-eglibc-ipk-v2012.12-minnow-2013.07.10.img of=/dev/rdiskN
Note:- In the above command we subtly replaced "diskN" with "rdiskN" because in the latter case, you are writing to a buffered device and hence the process becomes much faster!
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The Press Endures Obama's Unrequited Love
Wednesday, 02 October 2013 00:00
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Alan Caruba
Some years ago Bernard Goldberg wrote a book, "A Slobbering Love Affair With Obama", about the way the press treated his 2008-9 campaign and election as President. The mainstream press continues to protect Obama, often rather blatantly. The curious thing about this is that it is not reciprocated. More and more, the press acts and sounds like an abused wife.
A case in point is the way the networks—ABC, NBC and CBS—covered the government shutdown. A new report from the Media Research Center analyzed the coverage, finding 41 stories that blamed the Republican Party and zero—none—that blamed the Democrats. There were 17 stories that blamed both sides. Recall, please, the shutdown continued because the President refused to negotiate and the Democrat-controlled Senate refused to vote on any bills sent over from the House.
A recent, glaring example of how some of today's journalists have debased their profession was the decision by Paul Thornton, editor of The Los Angeles Times letter's section, to openly refuse to publish any letters from skeptics about the global warming hoax that blames "climate change" on human activity, not the Sun, oceans, and other natural factors.
The cover of the September/October edition of The Quill, the membership magazine of the 8.000-member Society of Professional Journalists, featured an article by Kara Hackett, "There Goes the Sun", referring to the metaphorical sunlight that is supposed to shine on government activities. The subtitle said, "President Obama has had successes and failures in changing the way Washington works. When it comes to his transparency promises, there's not much to cheer. His 2008 campaign talked the talk, but nine months into his second term, where's the walk?"
Journalists pride themselves for being on the cutting edge of events and trends, but they have been slow to realize or to admit that they have been instrumental in electing a pathological liar to the highest office in the land. "Now, after a turbulent start to Obama's second term in office, his administration's 2009 promise to be 'the most open and transparent in history' is another liability," lamented Hackett.
Another liability…like an Obamacare from which Congress is exempt, the Benghazi attack last year, the Fast and Furious gun-running scandal, the revelations about the National Security Agency, and the fact that the IRS no longer can be trusted with your private and personal information? And that's the short list.
The Quill devoted six pages to Hackett's article as she carefully detailed the many measures that seemed to offer a new era in openness. Many reporters chafed at difficulties they encountered during George W. Bush's two terms, but the hostility to Bush43 was no secret. All administrations are reluctant to share information that might not make them look good. This is a description of the adversarial relationship that has existed since the days of George Washington.
The complaints are old and common, so Obama's 2009 instruction to agencies and departments to "adopt a presumption in favor of disclosure" when responding to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) inquiries was music to their ears. In December 2009, the White House issued an Open Government Directive, "ordering agencies to publish at least three high-value data sets on Data.gov and create an open government Web page to update citizens about its progress."
Like the proverbial frog in a pot of water being slowly brought to a boil, it took reporters a while to get beyond the glow emanating from the administration's directives to the reality of dealing with government agencies and departments.
New York Times reporter, Sarah Cohen, is quoted as saying that the "information agencies provide is often an extension of their public relations arms to help them enlist support rather than to help the public understand what is really going on." Well, duh!
What was going on was a variety of government policies that turned out to be duds. A case in point was the billions in loans to "clean energy" companies that frequently declared bankruptcy before the first term ended. Another was the "stimulus."
More blatant was the way the administration twisted arms and offered bribes to some members of Congress to get the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) enacted. Not one Republican voted for it, so they needed every Democrat vote.
Virtually every promise Obama made about the bill has turned out to be a lie.
Within the press community, groups devoted to more open government began to take notice, from the Open the Government Coalition to the National Freedom of Information Coalition, Investigative Reporters and Editors, to the Project on Government Oversight.
The Obama administration became obsessed with secrecy to identify and prosecute "whistleblowers."
Hackett noted that "The Obama administration has used the Espionage Act of 1917 seven times, more than all previous presidents combined, to prosecute federal employees who expose government waste, fraud and abuse", adding "These are the same employees the president once pledged to support."
Even after signing the Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act in November 2012, the administrative created a loophole big enough to drive a tank through. Hackett interviewed Jesselyn Radack, the national security and human rights director for the Government Accountability Project who noted that "whistleblowers who go through the internal channels to report wrongdoing used to suffer workplace reprisals. But now, under Obama, they're facing the rest of their lives in prison."
When the Justice Department subpoenaed 21 Associated Press phone lines and accused Fox reporter, James Rosen, of being a possible "co-conspirator" in a leak investigation, it was impossible for the press to ignore the thuggish efforts of the administration to shut down any "leaks" in a way that put a big chill on relations between contacts within the administration and reporters.
A recent report by The Committee to Protect Journalists on "The Obama Administration and the Press Leak investigations and surveillance in post-9/11 America" spelled out the assault on U.S. and foreign journalists, saying that "the White House curbs routine disclosure of information and deploys its own media to evade scrutiny by the press."
What this means is that the Obama administration has a lot to hide and the front line of defense against its machinations, the press, continues to protect it despite having become a target for oppression. You're next.
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(WNS) -- Maly is eating a plate of Mee Ka Tang — wide rice noodle, Chinese broccoli, straw mushroom, and shrimp dripping with gravy sauce — at a Cambodian restaurant in southern California. With jet black hair, a small frame, and eyes that easily crinkle to a smile, she shows me photos of her grandchildren. It's hard to believe where the 68-year-old Maly has been in her lifetime: She moved in the highest echelons of Cambodian society, worked in fields under the Khmer Rouge, traversed Cambodia's jungle with two young children in tow, was captured in a Thai prison separated from her children, and was exiled to Long Beach as a refugee.
Now Maly (WORLD changed her name to protect her identity) is working to create the only audio recording of the Bible in Khmer. She began the project because she found it comforting to read Scripture out loud and record it for later listening. Now she uses the recordings to help illiterate Cambodians hear the gospel.
The Khmer Rouge killed most of Cambodia's educated class — nearly 2 million between 1975 and 1979 — and Maly knows her life has been spared for a purpose: "I never thought I'd survive Communism and survive persecution and escaping to Thailand. ... God keep me alive because He loves those people, He kept me alive for my people who can't read."
Born in the southern city of Kampot and reared a Buddhist like most Cambodians, Maly was sent to live with an aunt, who gave her little to eat and treated her like a maid. In desperate hunger, Maly would sometimes eat the food she was supposed to feed to her 2-year-old cousin. She felt guilty but told herself that once she went back to live with her mother, she would spoil her cousin. Before she could do that, her cousin died. Maly felt that she had to do good works to pay penance and started studying to ease her guilt. But a college scholarship and two years at an administration and financial institute — as only the third woman in Cambodia to reach that level of education — didn't ease that guilt.
She went to work for the government in Phnom Penh for 10 years and learned to enjoy the good life — married with kids, a house, and a car, a luxury owned by few Cambodians. Then in 1975, the Khmer Rouge took over the country, pushing people in the cities out to the countryside to create a new agrarian society. The regime suspected anyone with an education of "involvement in free-market activities" and killed 2 million professionals, intellectuals, minorities, and even people within their own party suspected of being traitors.
Maly and her family moved to the northwestern mountains to clear the jungle for agricultural fields. The Khmer Rouge fed them one spoonful of rice a day and rounded up Maly's husband for a work camp, where he died, she would eventually learn. Maly also discovered later that the Khmer Rouge shot her sister after a former student identified her as a school teacher. Maly said one of the most heart-breaking experiences was watching as her mother starved to death, her body emaciated and skin breaking apart.
Maly survived. She pretended to be uneducated, quietly working in the fields and taking care of two small children. As the years passed, infighting among Khmer Rouge groups led to less oversight of the people, and Maly tried escaping with her sons. Soldiers caught her and sent her to the village chief for interrogation.
"I said at the time I thought maybe my ancestor's spirit helped or [it was] good luck, but actually God spared my life," Maly said. "I couldn't have saved myself from the situation, the chief of the village almost killed the three of us, but He interfered."
Less than a year later she escaped along with her young sons, though one could not yet walk and the other was barely able to stumble along. They trudged through jungle and fields, away from a main road to avoid detection. Maly scavenged for food in the jungle and hid when soldiers were close by. She searched for other family members and almost drowned crossing Cambodia's great lake Tonlé Sap, a muddy swamp during the dry season.
She found her brother, who helped carry her sons to her mother-in-law's house. An attempt to sell her gold jewelry to buy food at the Thai border led to her arrest, but she was released after a month. She knew she had to get out of the country. By now, food in Cambodia had become so scarce that many refugees were heading to the Thai border to find food. It was safe to walk along the road and talk to others and discover what had happened to loved ones.
When Maly went to a refugee camp, leaving her boys at a border trading post where refugees bought food, Thai police captured her for illegally entering the country. They threw her into prison, then took her to a UN refugee camp. She pleaded with guards to allow her to find her sons, but they wouldn't allow it. Depressed, Maly started sharing her story with the missionaries at the refugee camp, hoping they could help her. She began translating for a missionary from Denmark. Although the missionary constantly shared the gospel with her, she rejected it, saying she had her own religion.
Then one night, Maly felt God saying, "Maly, you have been trying to do good, and don't be afraid, when I'm with you, you will do even better." Suddenly she realized the guilt for taking her cousin's food had been forgiven. The next day she told the missionary she was ready to believe and become a Christian.
Soon afterward, she received a letter from her brother saying he had her two sons. The missionaries who had heard her story posted signs with her photo and information on trees near the border and a relative saw it and told her brother. "Even now," she says of the news, "it still feels like a good dream."
Reunited with her sons, they obtained refugee status in the United States. At one time she wanted to go to France. But now: "I didn't care about America before, but once we got persecuted by the Communists, I realized it's the most free country in the world."
Maly became one of the first Cambodian refugees to settle in 1980 in Long Beach, Calif., a city that's now home to 50,000 Cambodians. Maly joined an American church that reached out to the influx of Cambodian refugees. She worked in real estate. But trials returned in the form of a failed remarriage and she lost custody of a daughter after her husband claimed that the Khmer Rouge had mentally damaged her. For comfort Maly started recording herself reading the Bible in 1988, starting in the New Testament. She listened to the recordings in her free time to remind herself of the goodness of the Lord.
For 12 years after arriving in the United States, she didn't want to return to Cambodia. But she said she also wondered, "What kind of Christians would we be if we don't help our country people, especially if we know very well what condition they live in?" Maly eventually returned to Cambodia to translate for missionaries and help with an orphanage.
Only 1 percent of Cambodians claim to be Christians, but the number is growing. Maly said she noticed on her trips that while many of the older generation have kept to their Buddhist traditions and ancestral worship, the younger generation has lost faith in Buddhism because of the Khmer Rouge. They are more receptive to Christianity as they see local Christians and missionaries living differently from most Cambodians.
Christians in Cambodia sometimes face persecution from the Buddhist majority, but more and more missionaries are coming from the United States and East Asian countries, many to do medical work. Many local churches meet in homes, but in Phnom Penh there are large churches like New Life church, which has about 300 congregants.
Maly found the significance of her Bible recording one day when she got a phone call from a Cambodian woman living in the United States who had little education. She had just become a Christian but had trouble reading the Old Testament in Khmer because of its difficult words. Maly played her a recording of her Bible reading over the phone, and her friend started crying and saying, "Sister Maly, you are so smart, so educated." But Maly responded, "God loves you, and knowing that people like you and your sister can't read the Bible, so He kept me alive and I have this voice so you can hear God's Word." Maly continued recording the Bible over the years and now has almost completed the entire Bible, except for some books in the Old Testament.
With Maly's audio recording online, people from all over the country and the world have been able to download her recordings. She is working with several churches on producing a CD with the entire Bible in Khmer, which will be available to missionaries headed to Cambodia to reach illiterate Khmer people.
Despite the devastation caused by the Khmer Rouge, Maly believes the horror opened the country to Christianity, especially through the work of missionaries in refugee camps and the settlement of Cambodian refugees in the United States. Before the Khmer Rouge, Maly had never heard the gospel. "God was sovereign over the Khmer Rouge," she said. "People said then, 'Oh, Communism is the solution to social problems,' but He showed that only Christ is the solution to social problems."
c. 2012 WORLD News Service. Used with permission.
Publication date: January 7, 2013


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At face value All We Could Do Was Sing represents a wonderfully simple sentiment: to sing for the fundamental pleasure of doing so. But for all its carefree insinuation, it's an album that hints at turmoil, self-conflict and the sense that it's being done because there's nothing else to do: that singing is a last resort.
Van Pierszalowski certainly sounds like a man singing for his sanity. From the unbridled intensity of 'I Woke up Today''s upbeat stamp-along, to the ramshackle, stumbling 'Pigeonhole', he flickers between an enigmatic howl and husky introspection. The album serves an almost autobiographical purpose, detailing a life of time spent fishing, drinking and working oneself to the bone.
Indeed, pack leader Pierszalowski spends his summers working on his father's salmon fishing boat in Alaska; bassist Caleb Nichols used to work at the local canning factory; and vocalist/multi instrumentalist Cambria Goodwin still plies his trade as baker in Larsen Bay. So it's little surprise that the album soundtracks the long weeks spent working a laborious nine-to-five grind, questioning the simple pleasures as much as enjoying them, and looking forward to winding down with your friends and a cold one on the big blue. It's simple, rustic, heartfelt fare that you don't need a seafaring belly to stomach. And although it's an album interspersed with themes of freedom and contentment, it's also one that exposes a rather morose underbelly.
"Put me on a boat and cut the line / the fishin''s been much better but the weather's fine / and all my friends are here to kill the time," he wails on 'Close the Lid' and talks of "not being ready to settle down" on the delicate, downbeat 'Don't Take My Advice'. For man who spends time writing from the desolation of the open sea, there are moments on the album where his tender vulnerabilities come to the fore, as on 'Will You Be There?', where he sings: "I will surely buy a house / you can live there with me / that way when I die / I wont die alone / I'll have you there to talk to at home".
Maritime tracks like 'Fisherman's Son' and 'Stuck on a Boat' make no bones about hiding Port O'Brien's nautical theme – shucks, it's even in their name – but while it's unashamedly prevalent throughout, there's much more to them than upbeat, raucous sea shanties with sidelines in strings and banjo plucks. That's not to say they don't come across like an all-singing, all-banging Life Aquatic armed with pots, pans and whatever instrument comes to hand, but from the raw, stamping folk-punk to the string layered sea ditties, All We Could Do Was Sing is much more than it initially lets on.
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NutriBullet Original vs Blendtec Total Classic Original
NutriBullet NBR-1201
Blendtec Total Classic Original
The NutriBullet NBR-1201 is a good option for people who are in the market for a budget personal blender. While it's mainly marketed as an excellent option for making smoothies, it can also be used for most other basic blending tasks, making it a very versatile device. As is true with all Nutribullet blenders, the NBR-120 is incredibly easy to use and clean. It has a very small footprint, so users shouldn't have difficulties finding space for it in their kitchen.
The main drawbacks of this blender are that it is a bit noisy, tends to leak, and isn't durable enough to last for a long time. However, poor durability can be a problem with most personal blenders, especially at this price point.
Blendtec's Total Classic Original countertop blender is incredibly durable and powerful. It's reliable and well-built, which is reflected by its seven-year warranty. The Total Classic Original can quickly produce large quantities of food thanks to the generous capacity of its jar and its powerful motor that can process even hard foods with relative ease. To top it all of, it's also easy to clean.
However, a small number of users complain about its lid being flimsy and some even report leaks, even though this blender is generally praised for its build quality. Also, while the Total Classic Original is great at crushing foods, it has trouble with finely blending ingredients for smoothies.
Key things to consider when buying a Countertop Blender
Our super simple Buying Guide
Blenders are kitchen accessories that help with various processes like blending, stirring, liquefying, mixing, pureeing, crushing, chopping, and even heating up food. They create vortices to pull food towards the motor-powered blades that then blend the food.
There are several different types of blenders.
- Personal blenders are usually designed for one person use and are best for making shakes or smoothies. They're typically easy to clean and operate.
- Countertop blenders are similar to personal blenders but are more versatile, offer smoother results, and are designed to deal with larger quantities of food and tasks that require more powerful motors, like crushing ice. Many countertop blenders can also heat up food. Their main downsides are a larger footprint, typically higher price, and the fact that they're usually more difficult to clean than other types of blenders.
- Immersion blenders, on the other hand, are very different from the other two types. These are handheld devices with a blade at the bottom and are used for blending food in a pot or container of your choice. Their form factor is great for pureeing soups or just blending large amounts of food. They often come with various attachments that let them whisk, chop, or grind foods. However, they're not as good as countertop blenders when dealing with more demanding tasks and don't usually provide the smoothest results.
Commercial blenders compete at various price points. One can get a decent blender by paying about 40$, but the market is also filled with blenders that cost upwards of $500. Paying more usually results in better performance and more versatility. Typically, a more expensive blender can produce smoother textures, blends faster, and is able to not only blend but also liquefy, stir, chop, mix, and puree foods. All blenders can prepare a smoothie, but more expensive ones can also prepare hot soup or other types of meals in a matter of minutes.
People who plan on occasionally preparing a simple shake or a smoothie should opt for a good budget blender. On the other hand, those who want to regularly and quickly prepare high-quality soups, juices made of whole fruits, nut butter, or other foods, should look at options found in higher price brackets.
A higher asking price usually means that the blender has better build quality, which translates to a longer lifecycle. Warranties illustrate this - budget blenders typically come with one-year warranties, while some high-end blenders have warranties that last up to ten years.
There are a number of major manufacturers that produce high-quality blenders:
- Vitamix is a very reputable blender manufacturer. It offers a variety of popular mid-range and high-end blenders.
- Oster specializes in producing great budget-range blenders and offers some of the best options when looking for the best bang for the buck.
- Cuisinart has had some success with its middle-range blenders and is also a highly trusted brand among American consumers.
- Braun is known for producing, among other things, high-quality and well-reviewed blenders. It mostly targets the budget end of the blender market.
- Nutribullet is entirely dedicated to making easy to use countertop and personal blenders. It offers products that compete at various price points but mostly focuses on the budget end of the market. Its products are highly regarded, by both users and reviewers alike, as a great option for people who enjoy making smoothies and prefer minimalistic blenders.
- Breville's strategy is to cater to all types of users. This Australian brand offers blenders at every price point but has the most success when it comes to mid-range blenders.
- Blendtec is focused on making exceptional high-end blenders. Its blenders are known for their high performance and quality.
- KitchenAid excels at manufacturing good budget blenders. Virtually all of their more affordable blenders are loved by consumers.
These are the most important specs to consider when buying a blender:
- Blending Power (Watts) - Blending power is related to the wattage of the blender and can potentially result in superior blending performance. More powerful devices often blend thicker mixtures better, but they usually come at a higher price.
However, lower-wattage blenders don't necessarily produce worse results since the construction of the blades and container also plays a big role in the quality of the blend. Blending power is more important in immersion blenders than in their larger counterparts.
Because of the higher power of the motor, high-wattage blenders tend to be better at creating vortexes needed for even blending results. The wattage that manufacturers specify is usually the maximum power and usually can't be sustained for the entire duration of a typical blending session.
- Blending Capacity (Quarts) - Blending capacity mostly depends on the volume of the blender's jar and determines how much food one can blend at a time. However, it also impacts the amount of counter space required - bigger blenders are typically more difficult to store. That's why it's important for a buyer to consider their individual use case when deciding on the size of the blender.


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Times Report: Angels, Rockies Revive Helton Trade Proposal
Beat writer Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports that the Angels and Rockies are trying to revive a proposed Todd Helton trade.
I remain skeptical, for no other reason than Helton's no-trade clause.
Troy Renck of the Denver Post also reported on the rumor in today's paper.
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The Great Beach Drive, located in Queensland's stunning Australia's Nature Coast, provides a road trip like no other. Offering the experience of driving on some of the world's most stunning beaches, through some of the most idyllic National Parks and World Heritage listed areas, this is truly a once in a lifetime drive holiday experience.
The Great Beach Drive connects the Sunshine Coast with the World Heritage listed Fraser Island (K'Gari) and the Fraser Coast - forming a large part of the Australia's Nature Coast. This region is home to an abundance of wildlife including kangaroos, whales, turtles, dingoes, dugongs, platypus and the world's largest variety of bird species.
The drive route, approximately 380 kilometres long, also travels through landscape steeped in culture and etched in Australian history, covering two UNESCO Biosphere Reserves, a World Heritage Marine Park and the largest sand island in the world.
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Depart your accommodation on the Sunshine Coast in your 4WD hire vehicle and head north to Noosa North Shore.
Cross the Noosa River on the vehicle ferry at Tewantin and disembark at Noosa North Shore. Take the third beach access road to commence the Great Beach Drive, one kilometre from the ferry.
You are now entering the Great Sandy Biosphere so take the opportunity to stretch your legs at Teewah and enjoy the spectacular coloured sands.
Continue on to Double Island Point, where surfers can enjoy the world's longest right hand surf break. Non–surfers can take a walk up to the lighthouse for views overlooking the bay and on to Fraser Island. From July to November, spot a humpback whale as this part of the coast becomes a Whale Highway as the humpback whales travel to Hervey Bay.
Certified divers might enjoy scuba diving at Wolf Rock, a marine reserve well known for its population of critically endangered grey nurse sharks.
Take the Leisha Track (be sure to check tide times before proceeding any further) onto Rainbow Beach, a picturesque seaside town overlooked by towering and colourful sand cliffs.
Check into your accommodation for the night in Rainbow Beach.
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Get up early and explore the picturesque Carlo Sand Blow and watch one of the best sunrises you are likely to experience. The Carlo Sand Blow is a unique 'moonscape' sand mass that covers over 15 hectares and provides expansive views of the towering coloured sands surrounding Rainbow Beach.
Replace the vehicle for a day with the freedom of horsepower. Rainbow Beach has a long history with horses, from the use of horses in the early days of exploration, to the brumbies that still run free on Inskip Peninsular, and through the Poona National Park. In Rainbow Beach you can horse ride in a stunning beach location, and take your horse for a swim in the ocean with the stunning coloured sands as your background.
With endless kilometres of beach, enjoy some beach fishing for the afternoon or simply enjoy the diversity of the flora and fauna that calls this stunning location home.
Finish your day with a sunset cocktail and a beautiful meal at one of Rainbow Beach's many restaurants and pubs, while reviewing the tide times and condition report for the following day's adventure.
Stay overnight in Rainbow Beach.
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Depart Rainbow Beach and travel to Inskip Point, taking the barge to the southern end of World Heritage listed Fraser Island (K'Gari). Enjoy the thrill of driving on Fraser Island's (K'Gari's) 75 Mile Beach to the township of Eurong and enjoy lunch.
If you would like to explore more of the stunning east coast of Fraser Island (K'Gari), drive further north and stop at Lake Wabby, Eli Creek, the SS Maheno shipwreck and Indian Head.
You also shouldn't miss an opportunity to see Fraser Island (K'Gari) from the air whilst on 75 Mile Beach. This will be the one time you can experience a beach 'take off and landing', whilst exploring Fraser Island (K'Gari) from the air where you are also likely to see an abundance of wildlife including humpback whales, turtles and dugongs.
If time permits, continue on to the stunning Champagne Pools, a perfect swimming location where waves crash over rocks lining sandy pools with a golden froth reminiscent of champagne bubbles!
Check into your accommodation for the night along 75 Mile Beach, of which there are numerous styles of accommodation to choose from.
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Depart your accommodation and continue on the Great Beach Drive taking the inland track west towards Kingfisher Bay. On your way across the island, stop at Central Station which was once home to a community of more than 100 people in the 1920's logging era. At Central Station you can explore Fraser Island (K'Gari) rainforest along a boardwalk that fringes the silently flowing and crystal clear Wanggoolba Creek.
From Central Station, drive to the magnificent Lake McKenzie, one of Fraser Island's (K'Gari's) most popular and well recognised freshwater lakes. With its powder white sand and crystal clear water, Lake McKenzie is truly a once in a lifetime swimming location.
Continue along the Great Beach Drive through Fraser Island's (K'Gari's) towering rainforests to Kingfisher Bay on the west coast of Fraser Island (K'Gari), and check into your accommodation for your overnight stay.
Whilst staying at Kingfisher Bay, be sure to try the resorts 'Bush Tucker Talk and Taste' dining experience. Using bush tucker ingredients sourced from Fraser Island (K'Gari) and used by the Butchulla people, the traditional owners of Fraser Island (K'Gari), this will be a dining experience that you will never forget!
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Depart Kingfisher Bay by vehicle Barge to River Heads on the mainland and drive into Hervey Bay on Queensland's Fraser Coast.
Hervey Bay is widely regarded as the whale watching capital of Australia and also offers some of Queensland's best fishing experiences as well as a range of dining and accommodation options.
The whale watching season in Hervey Bay takes place between July to November, and it is the only location along the east coast Australia where humpbacks deviate from their migratory path to rest and play in calm sheltered waters.
There are a range of whale watching options located in Hervey Bay allowing you to get closer to the majestic humpback whales than ever before!
Hervey Bay is also well known for its calm coastal waters which provide the perfect conditions for stand up paddle boarding, kite surfing lessons, kayaking, sailing and jetski tours, or you can simply enjoy the 16 kilometres of Esplanade parklands.
Stay overnight in Hervey Bay at one of the many resorts, apartments and bed and breakfasts on offer, and be sure to sample delicious Hervey Bay seafood in one of the many fantastic restaurants.
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Enjoy the stunning west coast of Fraser Island (K'Gari) through a touring experience offered by members of the whale watching fleet in Hervey Bay, or explore Fraser Island in style on a Jet Ski Safari!
What ever option you decide to choose, both trips have it all, allowing you to get up close and personal with a variety of wildlife including turtles, dolphins and even the wild dingo.
The tours allow you to participate in a range of activities whilst exploring Fraser Island (K'Gari), including hiking, kayaking, swimming, snorkeling, fishing and stand up paddle boarding through the stunning creeks that exist on the west coast of the island.
For something different, drive into the town of Maryborough, the home of the creator of Mary Poppins – PL Travers. Take the Magical Mary tour and step back in time, learning about Maryborough's rich history.
The streetscapes of Maryborough's original wharf district, Portside, remain relatively unchanged from its days as a thriving river port in the mid to late 1800's. Start your experience with a Portside Heritage Gateway Pass, which includes entry into Customs House Interpretive Centre, and the number of museums that are available.
Return to Hervey Bay and stay overnight.
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Rise and shine early so as not to miss the hand feeding of dolphins at Tin Can Bay. Rare Indo Pacific Humpback Dolphins can be seen at the boat ramp most mornings from 8am.
View the wildlife at Tinnanbar with sea turtles hatching between November and March each year, or use this opportunity to spot a dugong, Australia's 'sea cow'.
Drive the 49 kilometres back into Rainbow Beach then onto your final beach drive through the Leisha Track (be sure to check tide times before proceeding any further) to Double Island Point and enjoy the 80 kilometre drive through the Great Sandy Biosphere back to Noosa North Shore.
In Noosa be sure to join one of the several operators who offer Noosa River sunset cruises. Sit back and relax and enjoy a glass of wine whilst exploring Woods Bay and experiencing the Lake Weyba wildlife before taking in the sunset at the river entrance.
After your cruise check into your Noosa accommodation for the evening to complete your seven day Great Beach Drive Itinerary.
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The Dangers of a Leaking Roof
Tom Jannace Roofing has been providing residential roofing services on Long Island for more than 30 years. With a proven track record of success, an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, and as a winner of the Angie's List Super Service Award, these professionals are the most reputable roofing contractors around. Whether your roof is damaged and in need of repair or you need to have a new roof installed, you can count on the crew at Tom Jannace Roofing to get the job done quickly, efficiently, and affordably.
Leaks are one of the most common roofing problems on Long Island and diagnosing and repairing this problem is something that Tom Jannace excels in. Roof leaks are more than just a nuisance; they can cause extensive damage that can result in costly repairs.
Poorly installed skylights, damaged flashing, and an old roof are just some of the reasons why leaks can happen. No matter the source or the size of a leak, putting off this repair is something that you definitely don't want to do. Aside from the annoyance of having water dripping into your house, here's a look at some other damage a roofing leak can cause.
Damage to the Ceiling and Attic
The most immediate danger leaks can pose is to your ceiling and attic. Even if the leak is small, it can do extensive damage to the insulation, plaster, paint, and anything stored inside the attic. If left untreated, the damage can extend to the surrounding walls. Any lights or fans that are installed in the ceiling can also be damaged.
Slips and Falls
It doesn't take a lot of water on a tiled or wood floor to create a hazardous slip and fall situation. If someone does end up slipping on a puddle of water and falls, serious injuries could result. If that person is visiting your home – even if it's relative or friend – there's a chance that he or she could take legal action, which could end up increasing your homeowner's insurance and damage your relationship.
Increased Utility Bills
When water leaks through your roof, it can damage the insulation, rendering it less effective. The goal of insulation is to retain hot and cool air inside your home. When it's damaged, hot and cool air will escape, which can lead to skyrocketing utility bills.
Fire Danger
Fire is another major cause of concern that is associated with a leaking roof. When water infiltrates your roof, any electrical wiring in the ceiling or attic can short, which could potentially ignite the surrounding area. It only takes a single spark to engulf an entire house in flames.
Mold and Mildew Growth
Mold and mildew thrive in moist environments. The longer your roof is leaking, the more likely it is that you will be dealing with these pesky fungi's. Mold and mildew spreads quickly and affect all areas of your home, including wood, ventilation, walls, ceilings, floors, and even furnishings.
Mold and mildew are more than just unsightly; they can pose serious health risks, such as comprised respiratory health. Getting rid of mold and mildew is a time-consuming and costly task that will severely inconvenience your family.
Structural Damage
Water from a leaking roof can do serious damage to the structure of your home. The ceiling joists, rafters, and framing can be compromised. The longer the leak exists, the more extensive the damage will become; wood will deteriorate, rot out, and become weakened. When the structural integrity of your home is compromised, you will have serious problems on your hands.
A leaking roof is a serious problem and one that needs to be addressed as soon as possible. If you notice any amount of water dripping from your roof, or you see other signs that you suspect are related to a leak, contact a reputable roofing contractor as soon as possible, like Tom Jannace Roofing. Their crew of professionals will perform a complete assessment of your roof to diagnose the source of the leak and will make all necessary repairs.
For fast, affordable, and efficient residential leak repair, don't delay – contact the experts at Tom Jannace Roofing today!


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The year was 1969. An alternative experimental magic quarterly, initiated by Jon Racherbaumer came out during this exciting time in magic. Dai Vernon was exerting his seminal influence at the Magic Castle, Ed Marlo was at the height of his powers in Chicago, and a new breed of well-informed magicians were creating in unprecedented ways. This historic ferment dramatically shaped the future of close-up magic.
The Hierophant was an integral part of that ferment. It was also a decade of innovations and controversies, of sea-changes and accusations, of technical progress and black humor. The Hierophant was smack dab in the middle of this heavy carnical. This retrospective volume reconfirms its unique contribution to that decade. All the different tricks, sleights, ideas, opinions and satires it published from 1969 to 1980 made a difference then and still make a difference today.
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Comfort is key when it comes to a kick around in the park, if you're looking to update his wardrobe with some new Boys Designer Clothes then our range of tops, sweat pants and accessories are an excellent starting place. For those looking for smarter alternatives for their little boy, we provide an adorable assortment of shirts and trousers, which are perfect to be worn to parties, weddings and christenings.
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When it comes to upgrading his wardrobe, why look anywhere other than Hurleys? Our variety of designer boys clothes brands have well known reputations in the fashion industry for providing high-quality, carefully crafted and well made clothing. Below you will find our complete boys clothing range, stocking an exciting collection of brands. Choose from Armani Junior, Barbour, Boss, Paul Smith Junior, Hunter, Timberland and much more! The reason we offer such a vast selection of designer brands is because we want you to be spoilt for choice when selecting your boys clothing, accessories and footwear.
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The equipment for the 2008 Paralympic Sailing Competition is the 2.4 Metre for Single-Person Keelboat, SKUD18 for the Two-Person Keelboat and the Sonar for the Three-Person Keelboat.
Evaluations will be carried out in 2007 and 2008 on equipment for the Single-Person and Three-Person events at the 2012 and 2016 Paralympic Sailing Competitions. Equipment evaluation for the Two-Person Keelboat event at the 2016 and 2020 Paralympic Sailing Competitions will commence in 2010.
The IFDS Equipment Evaluation Commission has been given the task to evaluate equipment for the Paralympic Sailing Competitions. The immediate tasks ahead are to refine the evaluation process used in 2005 and 2006 and then implement that process to choose suitable equipment.
The IFDS Executive Committee will appoint the members to the Equipment Evaluation Commission. Members will be chosen based on skill, experience and contribution. The concept is to create a small group of experts rather than a large body of representatives each with their own special interests.
Individuals interested in assisting in the evaluation process for the Single-Person and Three-Person Keelboat events are requested to contact the IFDS Secretariat. Skill sets should cover: Performance Sailing, Disability Integration, Equity in Competition and Organization.
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"I have three great passions in my life," says Rachel Rowberry as she sits at her desk working on a new design. "The first is our daughter Freya, the second is extending art into scarf design, and the third is opera." Sometimes she can bring two of the three together.
Rowberry is a fabric designer and creative director of Collection 18, one of New York's leading accessories companies. Her scarf designs are high-end and she has created for Harrods, Henry Bendel, Anne Klein, Ellen Tracy and Lulu Guinness, among others.
"A scarf is a blank canvas to me and almost unique in its ability to carry a complete design, and within the 36×36 inch square I can create designs of great detail and beauty," she said.
All her scarves must be perfectly printed on the highest quality silk with hand rolled edges that further enhance the quality of the art.
She was born in Cornwall, England, the most westerly county in England. She believes that the dramatic landscape, with its cliffs and thundering surf, taught her the value of the drama that she brings into her work.
It was not an easy early start to her life being raised in a children's home, but she showed an early passion and aptitude for art, winning a scholarship and graduating with honors in textile design from the prestigious Winchester School of Art.
After her graduation show she was hired immediately by David Hicks, a cousin to the Queen, and the chair of one of the top design firms in London. It was a fortunate break for her because one of the first clients she worked with was Harrods. This helped to extend her range, and to understand how demanding up-market clients can be. After two years working in London she felt a strong desire to take her talent to New York.
"I saw the city as a great creative magnet for me, and I just wanted to extend my boundaries, take my chances and see how far I could go," she remembers.
With a limited amount of money she arrived in New York and found a small midtown hotel that welcomed artists. She designed two rooms for the hotel, the Carlton Arms, and after 20 years remains close friends with the management.
Almost immediately she was hired by Ellen Tracy as the scarf designer.
"It was a terrific experience, and taught me a great deal about trends in the U.S. retail market, but more importantly it underlined the fact that New York was now home and I felt more settled than at any other time in my life."
After a period of working as an independent she joined Collection 18 as a designer and studio manager, eventually becoming creative director.
It was at this time that she began to consider putting together two of her great passions, opera and scarf design.
She had been seduced by the power and beauty of opera while living in London, loved the neo-classicism of Mozart, the lush romanticism of Puccini. But her heart and mind had been seized by the sweeping dramas of the operas of Richard Wagner.
Although they are often regarded as complex and controversial, it was here that she decided to start her collection. She could not have found a more difficult choice than selecting the "Ring Cycle," four operas using the stories of the Nordic gods and their themes of redemption through love.
It took many weeks to complete, but finally it was done with a centerpiece of Wotan's farewell to Brunnhilde, one of the most dramatic scenes in the entire cycle, surrounded by scenes from all four of the operas that make up the cycle: "Das Rheingold," "Die Walkure," "Siegfried" and "Gotterdammerung."
Immediate success was achieved with the launch of the scarf. The influential Wagner Society of New York purchased several hundred, as did the Met, Washington National Opera and the Seattle Opera. Wagner admirers around the world made their individual purchases, and in this bi-centenary year of Wagner's birth the scarf is still very much in demand.
Her next choice was Puccini's "Turandot," a lush version of the great Romantic Opera which was immediately purchased by the Metropolitan Opera store.
In the future she will develop scarves based on "Aida," "The Magic Flute," "Madama Butterfly," "Carmen," "Lohengrin" and "Orpheus and Eurydice."
"I love living in Long Island City, with my partner and our daughter Freya (named after a character in the Ring Cycle)," said Rowberry. "The great views of Manhattan, and its closeness, the river and the people are all very sustaining for me, and to be in the center of a thriving arts community, and a major arts center encourages me with my own creativity."
Scarf designer Rachel Rowberry in LIC


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charlielin precisava de um novo design de animação em flash e criou um concurso na 99designs.
Um vencedor foi selecionado entre 3 designs enviados por 2 designers freelancers.
To develop a cartoons/flash videos for email distribution to potential clients, with the purpose of creating awareness of Duraply Certified Plywood.
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Duraply Launch Campaign Viral Marketing via Email
To develop a cartoon/flash videos for email distribution to potential clients, with the purpose of creating awareness of Duraply Certified Plywood.
The focus will be on the mocking of a) Graeme Hart (New Zealands Richest Man) and well hated by the industry, and b) His Distribution Company Carters (http://www.carters.co.nz/) along with his Manufacturing company Carter Holt Harvey. ww.chh.co.nz
We need to be careful not to use his name directly or the Carters or CHH brand. He might sue us.
Therefore a pun a la HARTERS could be used with similar style colours to the logo on http://www.carters.co.nz something our clients would easily recognize.
Something along those lines anyway.
The Cartoon
As soon as he took over Carter Holt Harvey he immediately started firing people and cutting costs which inspired the Hart Attack joke, he notoriously canceled flowers in reception.
Refer below http://unlimited.co.nz/unlimited.ns…E80079A448
He is blatantly reducing costs and increasing prices where possible to pump up value of CHH, then he will refloat on the stock exchange and make an estimated $1.5bn
The Video
a) Show a large kitchen scale, loaded with senior executives (Some overweight etc)
b) Focus on the scale, which shows Share Price at $2.00 share
c) Show Hart (you will have to caricaturize his face - refer http://www.goodmanfielder.com.au/me…e-hart.jpg or http://www.nzedge.com/newzedge/newz…2.jpg)with his Harters Shirt on and brandishing a large stick
d) He begins pushing each exec off one by one, they tumble to the ground (there are still a few left)
E) Hart looks at the share price which has risen to $3.00 a share
f) Obviously not satisfied, he goes to the side of the scale where there is a small knob marked plywood prices He cranks this up and looks back at the scale, which is 3.50 a share.
g) Semi satisfied he takes another look at the few cringing execs left on the scale. Onelady is clinging to a potplant with a flower on it
f) finally he walks up to scale, and pulls the flower pot off the lady, then turns to look at the scale. The share price is $3.75/share
g)Hart turns to face us with Harts face grinning devlishly , Zoom on his face so it takes up the whole screen. He has dollar signs in his eyes. If video he should laugh deliriously and comically
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The Slingshot Ready Relaunch kit is a third line kit for your B2 or B3 trainer kite. The kit allows you to attach a leash and a third line on the trailing edge of you trainer kite to flag out your kite when activated and bring it down without the twists that so often happen with a leash attached to one of the steering lines like the 2 line models. It also helps to relaunch your kite after flagging or after a crash, where having a third line helps you get your trainer kite back in the sky faster.


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Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Someone's shown up a little late to the party
City Council Speaker Christine Quinn is moving Council staffers out of City Hall and into the disaster zone to help victims of superstorm Sandy, the Daily News has learned.
At least a dozen staffers are being sent into the devastated communities, with each staffer's skills matched to the areas where they are needed most.
For example, Council finance staffer John Lisyanskiy, who speaks Russian, will be sent to Coney Island, where there are large numbers of Russian-speaking residents.
"Somebody else can take care of the finances for now," she said.
Quinn is a likely candidate for mayor next year. Intended or not, such assistance will give her and the Council greater visibility.
Shouldn't this have been done the day after the storm, not 2 weeks later?
Someone has no shame.
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History - the first time a tragedy (Bloomberg) the second time a farce (Quinn).
- Wednesday, November 14, 2012
How politically expedient,
for one who hopes to make a mayoral run!
Clairol Chrissy is a phony as her red hair!
She'll score up some photo ops pretending to empathize with the stricken.
- Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Actually, dear Crapper, I have known John Lisyansky for a few years and he has been helping out in Brighton Beach and Coney Island from the moment the storm hit, helping seniors in high-rise residences.
The announcement by Speaker Quinn gives John the ability to work full-time in Brighton Beach, rather than juggling time between the downtown office and the affected neighborhood.
I wish bloggers would do more research than just passing down other sources' stories.
- Wednesday, November 14, 2012
- Queens Crapper said...
Wow, so you know Christine Quinn's lackey! Where were Christine Quinn and her staff when people were being pulled out of rubble? How about when the looting started? Or when people were on TV crying that no one was coming to help them and they were freezing, desperate for food and water? Did she and her staff NOT see the same reports the rest of us did?
I wish commenters would pull their heads out of their asses before typing.
- Wednesday, November 14, 2012
SK....who RU kidding?
You're a suck-up troll for the Bloomberg administration.
It's nice to see that Bloomie and his boys are following Queens Crap.
More power to Crappy!
- Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Spelled Qyin?
- Friday, November 16, 2012


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The first meal I ever ate in Yosemite National Park was lentil soup cooked on a wood burning stove by my college roommate Elida, a seasonal employee in the summer of 1983. The earthy, heart-warming concoction was divine after a full-day's hike near Yosemite's iconic Half-Dome. Yet we still dreamed of a time when our cash flow would allow us a full-course meal at the historic and grand Ahwahnee Hotel. Twenty-six years later, our dream came true. We shared a rock-star meal with the Ahwahnee's Executive Chef, Percy Whatley in the hotel's crown jewel dining hall, framed by Yosemite Falls and Glacier Point.
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Hello my friends! Please check out my new score for violin and strings... Unfortunately I must say it has nothing to do with bananas.......
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Thanks to all the new members for joining our banana party. There seem to be quite a few 'banana' composers here at musescore, whether ithe music is about the fruit banana or banana fish or banana fairies or whatever or if the music is just plain banana silly. Post your music, tell your friends. I even heard that some higher up in the government was thinking of joining since they have lots of experience in being completely bananas.
Oh, I said it in the title. Anyone?
I always wanted to make a baroque piece, and the best time of the year for this style is obviously Halloween. Feedback is welcome. Hope you enjoy!
I've had this tune in my head for a bit and finally was able to extend upon it. I'm wondering how I can improve it and make it the best it can be.
This is the first score I have uploaded on this site and can essentially be described as an agglomeration of different ideas tied up into one 4-movement piece. This piece is not yet complete and I'd love to hear your honest opinions as well as any suggestions for how I can improve my skills as a composer or the piece in general. As a final note, thank you for listening!
What instruments do you play?
Make sure you read the rules of this group and the mission!
I'm challenging all of you to do this with me, it can take as short as 15 minutes of your day to put something together, and trust me, it'll help you zero in on a method to your own composing that will help you down the road!
Hope y'all are having a great day!
Please check out my new piece for solo piano ( Rondo Comique):
still, a work in progress need feedback and a name for the piece I'm open to ideas I'm not going to get offended if you say it's not that good
I just finished another piece for guitar solo, and found this instruments able to play rather complex structure when its strings are arranged manually. I cannot play this instrument, what I did is just to keep the position of the left hand in a small range. Is this right?
Also, I still have some questions about the string arrangement on a very fast part. For example, in bars 152-170 in this piece, is using different strings alternately helpful/necessary to maintain the speed?


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KDWP News Correction
The KDWP news package dated 12/6/07 contains three errors in the article CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNTS DEC. 14-JAN. 6. The second group of bird count sites -- that begins with "Halstead/Newton" -- should be dated December 15, not 16. The December 17 site listing should be "Olsburg." not "Jeffrey Energy Cen." The last two sites -- "Webster Res." and "Cedar Bluff Res." -- should be dated "To Be Announced" instead of grouped with the Jan. 6 date.
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Highlander is a film and television franchise that began with a 1986 fantasy movie starring Christopher Lambert, who plays Connor MacLeod, the Highlander. Born in Glenfinnan, in the Scottish Highlands in the 16th century, MacLeod is one of a number of Immortals. Over the years, there have been five Highlander movies, two television series, an animated series, an animated movie, an animated flash-movie series, ten original novels, seventeen comic book issues, and various licensed merchandise.
- Highlander - a 1986 film about an immortal Scottish swordsman who must confront the last of his immortal opponent, a murderously brutal barbarian who lusts for the fabled "Prize".
- Highlander II: The Quickening - a 1991 film, set in the future, in which Highlander Connor MacLeod must prevent the destruction of Earth under an anti-ozone shield.
- Highlander III: The Sorcerer - a 1994 film in which, deceived that he had won the Prize, Connor MacLeod awakens from a peaceful life when an entombed immortal magician comes seeking the Highlander.
- Highlander: Endgame - a 2000 film in which Immortals Connor and Duncan Macleod must join forces against Kell, an evil immortal who has become too strong for anyone to face alone.
- Highlander: The Source - a 2007 film in which Duncan MacLeod and his fellow Immortals quest to locate the Grail of their world.
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- Highlander: The Series - a fantasy science fiction action-adventure television series featuring Duncan MacLeod (Adrian Paul) of the Scottish Clan MacLeod, as the Highlander. It was an offshoot and another alternate sequel of the 1986 feature film with a twist: Connor MacLeod did not win the prize and Immortals still exist post-1985.
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- Makes 4 servings
- Active Time
- 45 min
- Total Time
- 1 hr
- 8 quail eggs
- 1 pound green asparagus (preferably thin), trimmed
- Kosher salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar (preferably tarragon)
- 2 teaspoons whole-grain mustard
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup safflower or grapeseed oil
- 1 small shallot, thinly sliced into rings
- 3 teaspoons coarsely chopped fresh tarragon
- 1 cup pale green celery leaves (from center of bunch)
- Cover eggs with cold water in a very small saucepan. Bring to a simmer and cook, covered, 5 minutes. Rinse eggs under cold running water to stop cooking, then peel and quarter.
- Cut asparagus on a very sharp diagonal into 3/4-inch-thick slices (about 2 inches long), leaving 2-inch tips. Halve tips lengthwise if thicker than rest of slices. Arrange asparagus on a steamer rack and sprinkle with kosher salt. Steam, covered, over boiling water until just tender, 2 to 3 minutes, then transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking. Drain well and pat dry with paper towels.
- Whisk together vinegar and mustards. Add oil in a slow stream, whisking. Stir in shallot, 2 teaspoons tarragon, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss asparagus and celery leaves with half of vinaigrette and mound on 4 plates. Tuck quail eggs decoratively into salads. Drizzle salads and plates with remaining vinaigrette and sprinkle with remaining teaspoon tarragon.
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Nutritional Info
- Calories229
- Carbohydrates8 g(3%)
- Fat21 g(32%)
- Protein6 g(12%)
- Saturated Fat2 g(12%)
- Sodium433 mg(18%)
- Polyunsaturated Fat13 g
- Fiber3 g(14%)
- Monounsaturated Fat4 g
- Cholesterol152 mg(51%)


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At 6 PM, Justin Masterson gets the ball against Northeastern. He'll be relieved by Craig Hansen, Michael Bowden, Craig Breslow, Hunter Jones and Kyle Jackson.
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Manny Ramirez, DH
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J/122 Articles & Reviews
J/122 Sea Trials - Hamble, UK
By Alan Johnstone
After 12 months of design and construction and a dedicated effort by the staff at J/Europe, the new J/122 successfully debuted at the Paris boatshow in early December to rave reviews from J/Owners, dealers & show goers. By the end of the show twenty J/122s were on order with several destined for the US and UK.
The original schedule was to launch and sea-trial hull #2 in February in Florida but with momentum for the J/122 building quickly out of the show it was decided to launch and test sail hull #1 during the short 9-day window between the Paris and London Boatshows in mid-December.
The J/122 was shipped directly to Hamble, UK from Paris and immediately rigged by our UK distributor Paul Heys and his team. What followed was a rare three days of sun, moderate temperatures & 6 -20 knot winds on the Solent in December, a respite from the 50-60 knot winds of the previous weekend and the record fog that blanketed the area just following the sea-trials and prior to the Christmas holiday. The weekend weather simply could not have been any better, and so the several J/owners and local sailors who were able to join us on the new J/122 had a double treat.
Day 1: Rod Johnstone & I arrive at Hamble after a delayed flight from Boston and 90 minute ride from Gatwick to Hamble. We quickly change into sailing attire, and are picked up by J-UK's Marie-Claude Heys for the quick drive down to the yard to meet the crew for the first day of sailing. The J/122 sits in her slip floating perfectly level on her lines…soon the entire crew is onboard and we set off from the dock.
The 122 manages the tight quarters of the docks in expert fashion responding quickly to each movement of the helm. It's about a mile run down the river under power and there are no installed instruments on board but the Volvo engine with saildrive & geared folding prop purrs quietly as the boat slices through the chilly December water.
As we reach the convergence of the Hamble River with the Solent we throttle down and the crew makes quick work of hoisting the main. Wind is 6-8 knots, flat water, and sun is shining with blue sky. The boat accelerates when the large 110% jib is unfurled and we set the sheets. The motor is shut down. Everything gets quiet and the boat is slipping through the water with barely a sound. The boat goes through her first tack and quickly accelerates with a 10 knot puff … How's she feel? I ask Rod… "She feels great!"…. After about 10 minutes I ask for the helm and Rod relinquishes. There is a familiar light touch and response on the wheel that I'm used to feeling on every J/Boat and she seems to accelerate quickly in the puffs. After a few more minutes and a tack, I offer up the helm to another crew member.
We sail back and forth in the narrow channel at the mouth of the river for the next 2 hours in 8-10 knots of breeze with each crew member getting a turn on the helm and then we hoist the small J/124 A-sail and head back toward the dock for lunch. For the afternoon session we'll have several more local J/Boat owners on hand, more wind, as well as a photo boat.
The afternoon sail is in a bit more wind with a somewhat consistent 10 knots and puffs to 14. The boat moves through the water without effort and we take several pictures to later publish on the J/122 web site. The non overlapping headsail makes tacking very simple and the unique Furlex TD furler allows for maximum luff length while preventing the need for a large hole in the foredeck as is the case with most below-deck furler installations. This is a cool piece of hardware. The borrowed J/124 asymmetric spinnaker was a bit small for gauging downwind performance, but the handling of the boat downwind is smooth and easy. With the comfortable interior accommodations and the optional dock box to close off the transom, I can easily imagine extended cruising with my family aboard this boat.
Day 2: It looks like perfect October sailing weather in the middle of December, 50 deg. Wind 12-16 out of the southwest. After a morning of careful measurements to document the rig set-up, mast butt location, freeboards etc, the rest of the crew meets us on the dock at 11:00 AM. No photos to take, no schedule, just pack lunch and go for an extended sail. Today, rather than short tacking up the busy channel outside the Hamble River, we decide to set the A-sail and head out into the Solent. The main goes up and then the spinnaker and we quickly make tracks as the strong current helps to push us to the east. It's a long starboard tack reach with A-sail and we trade crew positions along the way. It's noon time and the sun is very low in the sky and stays at this elevation most of the day moving slowly east to west.
The question arises from one of the owners, "We'll be sailing our boat double handed. Is the A-sail really manageable by a crew of only two?" For the next five minutes Rod & I demonstrate several jibes without additional help. Then we trade positions for a few more.
The long reach and jibe demonstration then ends with a spinnaker douse in 15 knots of wind and we turn upwind. The boat again behaves and balances very well as we test different sail trim settings and make minor rig adjustments on each tack. The helm position works perfectly with large foot rests on each side of the molded pedestal. We hit some big chop from a passing powerboat and the boat slices through it and recovers quickly. The breeze comes up and we pump the easy-to-reach pedestal mounted handle for the hydraulic backstay to depower the rig. Not much in the way of boats to speed test against and we have no instruments so it is all about the feel, and there is consistent, positive feedback from all. As we get closer to the river the wind dies down to 4 knots and with each puff the boat ghosts along smartly to the entrance.
More dockside photos and some coffee on the dock wraps up another day of test sailing with the new J/122. Later that afternoon our builder and project partner Didier Le Moal of J/Europe arrives after a well deserved weekend of rest and we share with him the CD full of sailing photos from the day and our first hand experiences sailing the boat. Didier manages the J/Europe facility in France, and is responsible for executing a fantastic result.
A special note of thanks to Paul & Marie-Claude Heys and their team for making this successful trial sail weekend a reality.