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You've got questions, and we've got answers! See the questions below to turn your Q's into A's. If you have a question that isn't answered here, please email us at firstname.lastname@example.com or call us at 303-578-0079.
Unscripted comedy? What's that?
Many shows at the Voodoo are unscripted, which means that the performers have not prepared anything in advance of the show. For example, in a Hit and Run: Musical Improv show, the performers take the suggestion of a show title from the audience, and use that title to create a spontaneous Broadway musical from scratch. Since many of our shows are unscripted, we never know exactly what's going to happen, which is a potent recipe for comedy!
Where are you located?
We are located at 1260 22nd Street, Denver, CO 80205, on 22nd between Larimer & Lawrence, two blocks southeast of Coors Field. Check our Map & Parking page for directions & more details.
Where can I park?
Check our Map & Parking page for some parking options.
Help, the show I'm attending is happening on a Rockies game day and I don't know where to park!
Don't panic! Check out our Parking Map page for a detailed breakdown of where you can park for cheap.
How much are your tickets?
Tickets are usually $8-15. Special event tickets may vary in price. Buy your tickets in advance and save!
What hours are the theater and bar open?
The bar opens at 7:30 PM Tue – Thu, and 6:15 PM Fri – Sat. We are usually open until at least 11:00 PM Tue – Thu, and at least midnight Fri – Sat.
When are your shows?
We have shows five to six nights a week. Check our Show Calendar page for specific dates.
How long are your shows?
Most shows are an hour long. After your show, you are welcome to stay and see the rest of that night's shows on the house, subject to seating availability and special event status.
Do you serve alcohol?
Yep, we sure do! We have a full bar and experienced bartenders to take care of you. We serve draft and bottled beer, wine, and cocktails, and we are proud to feature many local Colorado brands.
Can I bring drinks into the theater or out on the patio?
Absolutely! Any drinks purchased at our bar can be brought into and enjoyed in the theater and our spacious patio. No outside alcohol can be brought into the theater or bar, and all drinks purchased at the bar must be consumed on the premises. Any guests under the age of 40 will be asked to show ID before purchasing drinks.
Is food available?
The Voodoo does not serve food, but Biker Jim's Gourmet Dogs is just around the corner from us, offering a huge array of exotic hot dog and hamburger choices, including vegetarian and vegan options. You are also welcome to bring in food from outside and enjoy it in the bar, on our patio, and in the theater during the show.
Do you offer karaoke?
We occasionally host karaoke events, so keep an eye on our calendar and Facebook page for more details!
Are you handicapped/wheelchair accessible?
Yes! The Voodoo Comedy Playhouse is proud to be handicapped and wheelchair accessible. The theater and bar are entirely on the first floor, and our restrooms are accessible as well.
Does the theater have any age restrictions?
The Voodoo Comedy Playhouse is all ages until 10:30 PM, after which the bar and theater are 21+ only. No one under the age of 21 will be admitted into the bar or theater after 10:30 PM. Any guests under the age of 40 will be asked to show ID before purchasing drinks.
We produce shows that are geared toward adults. All ages are admitted to most shows, but some material may not be suitable for children!
Are your shows appropriate for all ages?
While the Voodoo does have an all-ages policy (until 10:30 PM), many of our shows are suited for a more mature audience. Keep in mind that many shows are unscripted in nature, and while you generally won't hear anything objectionable during most shows, some content may be unsuitable for young children or teenagers.
Do you have a dress code?
We do not have a dress code, unless a specific show or event has requested it; these shows and events will be explicitly listed on our calendar.
Do you offer private events, corporate training and workshops, or theater rental?
We sure do! Hit and Run: Musical Improv and our many other comedy shows have entertained thousands of private clients over the past three years, and we'd love to do the same for your group, large or small. Hit up our Private Events page for more info on private rentals for shows or parties, and visit our Private & Corporate Workshops & Training page for more information about our customized Denver team-building workshops.
Do you have a refund/cancellation policy?
Like most theaters and performance events, all sales are final. Due to limited seating capacity and our arrangements with our unions and vendors, we are unable to refund money once reservations have been made. In limited circumstances, we are able to transfer reservations to another show; please email us at email@example.com for details.
We do NOT offer refunds for purchased classes (unless the class is canceled by the theater). Students who drop out before the class begins are entitled to a credit for a future class, pending availability. Students who drop out of a class after it begins are not eligible for a refund or credit. Class sizes are limited. Enrollment is dependent upon availability. If a class fills up you will be promptly contacted with other enrollment options. For enrolled students, a confirmation welcome email will be sent 3 days before the start of the first class. You must attend 6 of 8 classes (or 5 of 6 classes for 101) to take part in the showcase or pass through to the next level. If you don't meet that, we are happy to have you repeat the level for half price!


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Bearno's By The Bay
Hey folks, this just in. I'll be playing Bearno's by the Bay at 5801 River Rd September 1st from 6-9pm, so come on out and enjoy some ice colds drinks along with the best pizza in town. Bring your friends, bring your neighbors and let's pack the place.Read More

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I would like to share a couple of great appliactions of using the CLOUD.
First, the CLOUD definitely helped me out yesterday.
I am a dedicated user of DROPBOX and I had a presentation that was synced with a couple of computers. I tried to drag the contents of my DROPBOX folder to a different location and somehow this caused everything to be deleted. Needless to say, I was a bit stressed.
(*note to users - leave well enough alone and keep your DROPBOX folder where it is!)
I asked a colleague if he had any suggestions... his comment was, "You pretty much have to try really hard to delete anything permanently". How true!
I logged into DROPBOX and chose "SHOW DELETED ITEMS".
All I needed to was to undelete the items and I was back in business.
Another great use of DROPBOX is the ability to SHARE files. All of these sites allow users to share any of their files with any person they wish. Thanks to Ian Cullion of Catholic Central for this one.
As an example, please access an excellent educational resource, e-Learning (great sites), that we have developed for teachers. It is a collection of links to websites, with descriptions, packaged nicely with active links for all of the sites (all 8.5 by 11 pages ready to be printed and posted in your classroom).


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Humble Beginnings
I want to share with you a story. In 2008, in my quest to earn money online, I joined Google Adsense program, where one could receive revenue sharing from Google by hosting their advertisements on your website. Every time somebody would click on their ads on my website, I'd earn.


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In this recording, I have an encounter with a tentacle monster. I'm a priestess in a temple in Japan. The tentacle monster seeks up on me and surprises me suddenly. Where will his 10 tentacles penatrate my virgin body? You'll have to call to find out...
My Recordings:
Ever Wished You Were Asked to Impregnate 30 Girls?
Tentacle Monster Penatrates Virgin 18 yr old Girl!
Teen Gets Captured by Tribe of Men with Big Dicks
Teen Girl Abducted and Impregnated by Aliens!
Teenage Girl Gives a Blow Job in Outer Space!
Teenage Girl Has Sex in Outer Space!
Teen Fucks a Guy Who Has Two Dicks!
Teen is Penetrated by 3 Guys While Blindfolded
Teen Makes You Takes Pills to Grow a 42 Inch Cock
Teen Makes You Serve at a Glory Hole
Makes You Suck Cock to Pay for Her Drinks
Forces You to Dress as a Girl and Get Fucked
Makes You Take Pills to Grow Giant Breasts
Teenage Girl Treats You Like an ATM
Teenage Girl Uses You as a Garbage Can
Teenage Girl Cuckolds You with an Alien!
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Premise: The Rebellion seems to be gaining strength ever since Luke Skywalker destroyed the Death Star, but the base on Hoth is discovered by the Empire, so they must find refuge elsewhere. The rebels scatter and the Empire continues their pursuit of crushing the opposition. Luke seeks one of the last living Jedi in order to take up the mantle himself. It is in a remote swamp that Luke begins his Jedi training with the Jedi master Yoda.
Han, Leia, and crew go to Han's scoundrel friend Lando for protection, but the Empire's reach is long and they are found in the Cloud City and captured. Han is given over to the bounty hunter Boba Fett and the rest are held as bait for Luke to rescue. Will Luke come to the rescue or will new revelations destroy any hope the Rebellion had for victory?
Themes: In The Empire Striketh Back, we begin to see the feelings between Leia and Han blossom through their tumultuous interactions. The romance builds as their feelings are laid bare for the reader but held close to themselves until they can no longer contain their feelings. But it isn't until Han's life is forfeit that Leia expresses her true feelings to him.
People can change, including the biggest scoundrels, but sometimes they fall into their old ways. When Han Solo falls in with the Rebellion, he does his best to put his past life as a rogue and a smuggler behind him. It manages to catch up to him when he trusts Lando Calrissian to protect him and his friends. Lando's betrayal only enforces Han's lifestyle choices, but perhaps at that point it is too late.
Temptation and confronting fears play a large role in The Empire Striketh Back. Luke faces his fears first in the swamps of Dagobah when tested by Yoda in becoming a Jedi. Luke learns the dangers of giving in to the dark side, but he learns the true temptation of the dark side when confronted by Darth Vader with the truth of his father.
Pros: Doescher continues showing his fine grasp of Shakespearean language in The Empire Striketh Back while making some interesting character choices through their dialogue. The choices that stand out are with making Boba Fett speak in prose instead of iambic pentameter to show his lower class and with Yoda speaking in haiku to show his different speaking style. Doescher infuses more emotion into Empire than he did with Star Wars, done so with a lot of monologue asides that aren't really in the movie but I felt actually added to the story. This is especially true for Leia and Han but includes other characters like Lando of which we don't get as much character development. The author also makes sure to include important lines, like Han's famous response to Leia professing her love for him: "I know."
Cons: I did catch a handful of times where the meter dropped or added an extra beat, which isn't necessarily unheard of in Shakespeare's work. Probably the most famous instance of this is "to be or not to be, that is the question" with its extra beat. My Shakespeare isn't nearly as refined as it probably should be, but I know that he used this to express extra emphasis and emotion. Whether or not Doescher did this for the same reason, I'm unsure. I do know that it made my reading of Empire more difficult. While I appreciate the need to give each character their own representation, I didn't think giving the Wampa a voice was entirely necessary. I also liked the space battle sequence in Verily, A New Hope better than how the battle was executed on Hoth. It felt more epic while keeping within the restraints of a play. Also, making the AT-ATs into characters just seemed silly.
Recommendations: One of the things I like most about The Empire Striketh Back is that Doescher manages to continue with the humor necessary to make something like this work while capturing the more tragic ending of the movie with Han being frozen in carbonite. Doescher makes more artistic choices in The Empire Striketh Back than he did with Star Wars, and they mostly pay off except for a couple I didn't care for (see Wampa and AT-ATs). Still, The Empire Striketh Back continues the Star Wars trilogy in strong fashion, and in some ways mirrors the movies by being superior to Verily, A New Hope in that it is infused with more emotion, more peril, and more humanity. If you liked William Shakespeare's Star Wars, don't stop there or else you'll miss out. While you can appreciate the book wearing a scholarly Shakespeare hat, keep in mind that these are supposed to be fun.
Ian Doescher's website
William Shakespeare's The Empire Striketh Back on Goodreads
Buy William Shakespeare's The Empire Striketh Back on Amazon
Download William Shakespeare's The Empire Striketh Back for your Kindle
I received a copy from the publisher to write this honest review.


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Phil Bennion MEP – West Midlands
Phil, a Staffordshire farmer, became the West Midlands' Liberal Democrat Member of the European Parliament in 2012 when his predecessor, Liz Lynne, stepped down.
Phil has a BSc and PhD in agriculture from Aberdeen and Newcastle and a 1st class degree in History and Economic history at Birmingham University.
Previously a grassroots campaigner for the Lib Dems, Phil is a recognised agricultural and economic policy specialist. He has advised Charles Kennedy on agricultural affairs and has worked closely with Lib Dem MEPs and MPs on farming and renewable energy. Phil founded and edits the Eurofile magazine and is an active member of the Council of the ELDR and the Lib Dem International Relations Committee. He has been a member of the Federal Policy Committee for 7 years and as a member of the Policy Working Group on Europe, Phil played a lead role in drafting the current Lib Dem policy on CAP reform.
Phil is a full member of the Employment and Social Affairs Committee, where he works to support SMEs, promote growth and fight against discrimination. He aims to cut down on unnecessary red tape and to ensure that any actions taken at European level are not over-burdensome for employers all over Europe.
As a substitute member of the Transport committee, Phil aims to deliver a liberalised European railway market, complete the TEN-T networks particularly the missing cross border sections and ensure that the European transport network supports the completion of the single market and adds to economic growth.
Being a member of the South-Asia delegation is important to Phil, due to the large Diaspora community in his constituency. Phil makes the most of this membership to follow issues of concern to these communities and to take action at the European level.
Website: http://philbennion.org/en/
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Dear God I am so angry today. Nothing I do makes me not angry. There are so many things that I have seen which added to my anger and I have only been awake for a few hours. I feel like I could kick and scream like a child. The hurt I feel is so unexplainable. I feel like people and my family have already forgotten my little butterfly Dakota. I am angry that they aren't sad anymore. It's not fair that I am still in this stand still while they moved on. You would think that since Dakota was their blood family, it'd still hurt. But I was wrong.
Someone had told me..."How can you miss someone you never met, kiss, or held?" That's the thing, these people did meet her. They did kiss her. They did hold her. Some had seen the pain front hand with me.
At times I feel like people avoid me or have forgotten about us. We are still hurting. We still need them but it doesn't seem like they are there. I have seen so many people come out of the wood work (for the lack of better words) the day my daughter passed and on the day of her funeral. I heard so many times... I am here if you need me. Call me anytime. Day or Night." I have called but most of the time, people don't answer their phone. I'm left to go to my room to scream and cry it out.... alone. I'm so tired of being physically alone.
I have a huge support system online but they can't help when I physically feel that I need a hug or a ear to listen or a shoulder to cry on.
It's been three months and this emotional roller coaster is a nightmare. This path is really a lonely one to walk because no one around me (besides my husband) knows how I feel. No one knows what to say. I'm alone and it hurts so bad!
Come on in!
I'm so glad you have come across my little nook in the cyber world. Here I strive to be real and inspire. I talk about my walk in faith as a Christian, motherhood, the loss of my child, and anything else that crosses my mind. Join me for a minute and relax?
Saturday, August 31, 2013
Anger and Lonely With a Touch of Broken
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My blog recently "came up all fours", reaching over 44 thousand hits. I would like to thank anybody who has been a regular reader. Now would be a great time to start posting again. It has been some time since I've put this blog to good use. I've been spending a lot of time working on other projects including my on-line art gallery and web-store [ryanflood.netfirms.com]. More to come on this tomorrow. Thanks again for
visiting, and keeping this space alive.
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Tuesday, 10 April 2012
Daisy sorts the bedroom
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It looks so pretty! And you are welcome for the manual labour I provided when putting up the shelves!! :) Such a creatively clever Daisy!ReplyDelete
Ahhhhh sighhhhh dreammmm ... you have a beautiful touch Daisy Moon! Totally lovely room xReplyDelete
- Anonymous11 April 2012 at 08:43
So beautiful ..... as always. xxxReplyDelete
The little shelf is just gorgeous with all those lovely bags - great combination.ReplyDelete
Liz @ Shortbread & Ginger
I need this is my life, please come and work your magic in my room!!! xReplyDelete
Oh yes me too....i love love love fabric bags,,, i have to really be strict with myself these days when i spot one calling to me in a shop,, i have too many.ReplyDelete
Lovely photos..
Pixie xx
ooo love your bedroom! it's so pretty!!ReplyDelete
I spy a pair of gorgeous shoes on the shelf and they're just my size please can I borrow them???? lol, you've got some lovely bags too, Lucey xxx PS well done with the drilling, xReplyDelete
It all looks gorgeous! The bags are very pretty too and its a great idea to display them like that, otherwise they end up stuck in cupboards and no one sees them.ReplyDelete
Oh wow the room looks amazing and I love those bags! You can come and sort my room out for me if you want! XxxX http://thesecondhandrose.blogspot.co.uk/ReplyDelete


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Resources & Information
Selecting an Interior Designer
Difference between an interior decorator and an interior designer
According to the National Council for Interior Design Qualification, interior designers may decorate, but interior decorators do not do any design. The terms are often used interchangeably, but the jobs are different, so first determine whether a decorator or designer would best be suited for your project.
Interior designers may be called in early in the building process. Designers usually work closely with the architects and builders of a project, but decorators tend to join once the construction process is complete. Designers typically determine the layout of the room and then handle the decorating aspects including lighting, paint, and furnishing.
Know what you want
Take a few minutes to assess the level at which you plan to be involved in the creative process, and what kind of guidance you need. Are you open to suggestions, or do you have your heart set on something in particular and there is no talking you out of it? It is important to determine the scope of your project before you choose a designer so you know what kind of credentials and experience to look for.
Look at the portfolio
Scrutinizing a designer's profile will give you a feel for his or her style and experience doing projects that are similar to yours.
Professional References
Check out or ask about the designer's education, experience, training and other credentials. Many states require interior designers to be licensed or registered, so make sure the designer's credentials are in line with what the state calls for.


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American Indian languages Native American cultures Native American Indians
|Find Native American ancestors in your family tree
This is our collection of links to Wappo stories and folktales that can be read online. We have indexed our Native American legends section by tribe to make them easier to locate; however, variants on the same legend are often told by American Indians from different tribes, especially if those tribes are kinfolk or neighbors to each other. In particular, though these legends come from the Wappos, the traditional stories of related tribes like the Yuki and Miwok tribes are very similar.
Back to Monsters, Gods and Spirits
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Read some Native American poetry
Indian art Indian words Leather leggings Coeur Dalene tribe Native Indian tattoos
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Disney Photopass PhotobookReviewing: Disney Photopass Photobook | Rating:
Our family recently took a family trip to Disneyland in California. We all had so much fun and we wanted to get a great keepsake, and that is when I came across the Photobook from Disney Photopass. Disney does the neatest thing now, when you walk in the gate you get this little credit card and they have photographers set up all over the park. When you want your picture taken, instead of trying to get someone else at the park to do it, the photographers will take your credit card scan it and then they will take all of the pictures that you want taken. Later you log onto the Disney Photopass website and you can purchase prints of the photo's. I found that it was pretty expensive do print out individual prints, so I found an alternative, the Photobook. The Photobook is a padded hard cover, sewn and bound book with a front cover that you can personalize. One of the best parts is that you can also upload all of the pictures that you took onto the website to use in the book.
Disney has a pretty simple set up online where you pick the background that you want, choose the picture, add any words onto the page, and voila you have a professional looking page. You have numerous backgrounds and picture placements available so all of your pages can have a different look. There is also an editing program that you can use to add finishing touches to your pictures. Disney gives you twenty pages included in the book but you can purchase additional pages.
The whole process was pretty painless and we received our book in record time for a personalized book. Everyone that we show our Disney Photobook to loves it and can't wait to do their own. If you visit Disney make sure that you purchase a Photobook to have an everlasting memory of your vacation.


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Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Boo Banner Graphic 45 Style
5 comments:
- Danielle said...
I love how you used the embossing folder!! TFS!
- October 18, 2011 at 10:55 PM
- Nancy Wethington said...
Nicole, I thought this idea was brilliant. I would never have thought to use the envelopes as a banner. Gorgeous design work!
- October 19, 2011 at 6:52 AM
- Nina said...
hi, wonderful artwork! I use pictures of my children for halloween....where did you get the hats? I'd love to use them on my little darlings... :o)
- October 20, 2011 at 8:00 AM
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Choosing your employment references is probably close to the bottom on your list of job search worries. You just pick a few previous bosses and call it a day, right? Wrong!
In preparation for (and during) the job search, we're often too busy focusing on perfecting our resume and intensely scanning job boards. It's all too easy to overlook the importance of meticulously-selected job references when it comes to the job search.
Don't ruin your chances of getting hired by throwing caution cares to the wind when it comes to your job references. Here's a quick all-in-one guide:
What is an employment reference?
Simply put, an employment reference is the name and contact information of a person who you may have reported to in previous jobs — someone who can offer more information on what you're like to work with. In some circumstances, it could be a previous colleague, client, or even a person who worked for you. Many companies have certain requirements for employment references during the hiring process, whether they must be from different companies, long-time customers, or even a letter of reference from at least one of your listed references.
Why are they important?
Job references are important because they offer your potential employer a better look at your work ethic and experiences. Having a strong list of references can work in your favor by setting you apart from the competition. Potential employers will usually request references at a more serious stage of the hiring process and it's your job to have a strong list of people who will speak on your behalf.
Who should you choose?
Throwing together a list of previous bosses won't get you hired or put you in the best light. Carefully choose who you decide to use as a reference. To stay organized, create a long list of all of the potential references you may use during your job search. This potential reference list should include both recent and previous professional and personal contacts. While you usually only need to list a few when your potential employer asks you, it's important that you customize your references for each position you apply for.
Focus on a level of diversity when choosing your employment references. Pick references who will be able to easily express the skills and traits necessary for the position you're applying for. You may choose to use your most recent manager, the current director of the charity you volunteer with, and even a colleague with whom you've spent a significant time tackling projects.
How do you ask someone to be your reference?
Contacting all of your employment references prior to listing them is an absolute must. As a job seeker, it's your job to ask permission from your potential references before using their names during your job search. Reach out to your potential references by calling them directly or sending them an email to confirm that they're interested in having their information passed along. Overlooking their permission is not only disrespectful, but also it could cost you the position when one of your references doesn't contact your potential employer back when they request information about you.
How do you display your references?
It's not longer necessary to have "References provided upon request" on your resume. Potential employers will ask you directly for a small list of references when the times comes. Keep your list of references handy during the hiring process, but be sure to pick out a few references who would be the best to contact for this position.
Has a good reference gotten you hired? Share in the comments below!
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Toronto's synth-pop-disco-soul queen, RALPH, has us entranced with her effortlessly cool ~vibes~ and hypnotic vocals. Her level of hip is aspirational–you know–the kind where you have daily 'I-wish-I-were-her' moments. But no worries, because in her latest single, she reassures us that she's really just your "Girl Next Door"… and that she's totally worthy of our admiration.
We recently took some *Cool Lessons* with RALPH where she outlined her summer trend forecast. From resurgent '60s stretchy headbands to flowy skirts contrasted with bulky sneakers, let's just say it's gonna be a ~sizzlin' summer~


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Recently Visited Pages
Take advantage of this at-a-glance look at the pages on the SCC website you most often visit. Use this as a tool to navigate quickly to info you need the most. Take it one step further and click the star in the top right corner to ensure your favorite pages remain on your list of Visited Pages.
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Apply Now!
Applying is easy! We have an open-admission policy, which means if you have a high school diploma or its equivalent, you're in and we can't wait to see you in the halls.
A woman was sitting on the train reading the newspaper. A headline read, "12 Brazilian Soldiers Killed." The woman shook her head at the sad news, turned to the stranger sitting next to her, and asked, "How many is a Brazilian?"
If you laughed, you might be a geographer in the making so keep reading.
Geography is the science of place and space. Geographers ask where things are located on the surface of the Earth, why they are located where they are, how places differ from one another and how people interact with the environment.
There are two main branches of geography:
Human Geography
Human geography is concerned with the spatial aspects of human existence – how people and their activities are distributed in space, how they use and perceive space, and how they create and sustain the places that make up the Earth's surface. Human geographers work in the fields of urban and regional planning, transportation, marketing, real estate, tourism and international business.
Physical Geography
Physical geographers study patterns of climates, landforms, vegetation, soils and water. They forecast the weather, manage land and water resources, and analyze and plan for forests, rangelands, and wetlands. Many human and physical geographers have skills in cartography and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Geographers also study the linkages between human activity and natural systems. Geographers were, in fact, among the first scientists to sound the alarm that human-induced changes to the environment were beginning to threaten the balance of life itself. They are active in the study of global warming, desertification, deforestation, loss of biodiversity, groundwater pollution and flooding.
Careers in Geography
See the Association of American Geographers website to learn more.
GIS Transfer Information
Contact Information
SIUE – Geography
Alumni Hall 1401
Edwardsville, IL 62026-1459
- ShunFu Hu, Associate Professor, Geography
- Randy Pearson, Department Head, Geography
- BA; BA; MA; MS in Geography
- Areas of Specialty in GIS within Geography
Notes for Transfer Students
None of the SCC classes will be accepted as replacements for the SIU-E curriculum; however, the required courses are sufficiently different that there should be very little overlap.
Contact Information
- Gregory Haddock
Chair, Dept. of Geology/Geography
1372 Garrett-Strong
800 University Dr.
Maryville, MO 64468
- Leslie Chandler
Transfer Coordinator
- Beverly Blackford
Secretary for Enrollment Management
- Masters in GIS – Online only
- Certificate in GIS
- Minor in GIS
- BS in Geography
Notes for Transfer Students
The following classes will transfer:
- Introduction to GIS (GEO 120) – Cartography (Geog 32-362)
- Advanced GIS (GEO 225) – GIS (Geog 32-365)
- Internships (GEO 220, 221, 222) – Internship in Geography (Geog 32-415)
Students can transfer with an AAS.
Contact Information
UM-C – Geography
6 Stewart Hall
Columbia, MO 65211
- Gail Ludwig, Chair, Geography and GIS
- Tim Haithcoat, Director of Geographic Resources Center
- Mark Cowell, Certificate Program
- Philip Li, GIS I Professor
- Susan Wang, Remote Sensing Professor
- Minor in GIS
- Undergraduate GIS Certificate
- Graduate GIS Certificate
- Major in Geography
Notes for Transfer Students
The GIS/Geography Department at UM-C has agreed to provide credit for GIS courses taken at SCC. None of the SCC classes will be accepted as replacements for the UM-C curriculum they will be accepted for the following:
- 3 GIS credits can be used toward an Applied GIS course.
- 3 (or more) GIS credits can be used toward a GIS Independent Study course.
- In addition, students with SCC GIS courses can contact Mark Cowell about work opportunities while a GIS student at UM-C.
Contact Information
Department of Geography, Geology and Planning
Missouri State University
901 South National Avenue
Springfield, MO 65897
Dixie Williams
Assistant Director of Admissions – Transfer Coordinator
Dr. Tom Plymate
Professor of Geology and Department Head
- BA in Geography
- BS in Cultural and Regional Geography
- BS in Environmental and Natural Resources
- BS in Geotourism
- BS in Geospatial Sciences
- BS in Community and Regional Planning
- BS in Tourism Planning and Development
Notes for Transfer Students
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1. Now being a married lady I'm in need of a new Alphabet tote and I just love this one! It'll remind me that it was the Best Day Ever hehe!
2. A wonderful friend of mine Hayley has recently set up the cutest little online shop of quirky gifts and homeware called Southwood Stores. I'm dying to get this postcard set as I cracks me up everytime I see them on her IG feed haha!
3. How stunning are these shoes! Perfect colour combo for all my outfits. These are on my wishlist for sure and there on sale check the website out here
4. My good friend Alison was wearing one of these midi rings and I instantly fell in love. I love everything on the Etsy shop and its all handmade! Can't wait to purchase a stack of these!
5. Two of my favourite things put together- Hello Kitty x Halloween! Perfect to add to my vinyl toy collection!!
Today is about catching up on everything on my to do list and also applying for jobs as I'm currently out of work again but I'm keeping postive that something will come up soon! I took a little break from blogging once I got back from my holiday. It took over a week to get my sleeping pattern back to normal and then the stress of being out of work got on top of me.
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Summer at Calke Abbey
By early summer our traditional hay meadows, unspoilt by modern pesticides or fertilisers, are home to over 60 species of flowering plants. Mown pathways allow you to wander through the meadows and admire the flowers without causing any damage.
Wander through wildflowers
The wildflowers are alive with insects at this time, feeding on nectar or laying eggs. You'll see ladybirds, bees and hoverflies.
Damselflies such as azure, common blue and blue-tailed, butterflies such as meadow brown, ringlet, and common blue and day-flying moths such as silver y, chimney sweeper, cinnabar and six-spot burnet fill the air and flutter by.
Go bird watching
Summer is a good time to spot woodland birds, with our veteran trees providing perfect sites for hole-nesting species.
Look out for nuthatch, treecreeper, all three types of woodpecker, little owls and spotted flycatcher, as they're busy flying backwards and forwards with food for their young.
By the water's edge
The chain of ponds with their marginal vegetation provide perfect habitat for damselflies and dragonflies and a hot day in summer will is perfect to observe these fascinating insects.
A particularly good area is the new conservation wetland where you can walk over the boardwalk and get really good views of dragonflies laying their eggs in the shallows.
Spot summer fungi
Late summer sees the fruiting of some common but spectacular fungi, including the bright yellow chicken of the woods and the dark red beefsteak, two bracket fungi found commonly on old oak trees.
Another late summer fruiting bracket is the internationally rare oak polypore – Calke is one of the few sites where this is found, thanks to our ancient oaks.
The grasslands will be littered with the umbrella-like parasol mushrooms, which can grow to the size of a dinner plate and look spectacular.
Remember, though, as Calke is a National Nature Reserve, we ask you not to pick the fungi but to leave them for others to enjoy.


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Music fans know the thrill of opening a long-anticipated album and popping it into the CD player, or iPod dock, or turntable, depending on your generation or preferences. It's sometimes a tense moment; this could be your new album of the year, or it could be a terrible letdown. I always feel a little bit betrayed when one of my favorite artists comes out with a dud, but it happens. I've learned not to judge a record by first listen, though; what initially seems like a disappointment sometimes grows into a masterpiece after giving it a few playthroughs. The transformation seems miraculous, but a lot of it depends on the quality of the speakers you're using. There's a big difference between listening to something on your quiet, outdated laptop and blasting it on your car stereo, letting it surround you as you breeze down the road. I never make any judgement on a record until I've given it a proper "car listen."
The creators of The Rock know the importance of well-crafted speakers. Austrian companies MOSTLIKELY and mo° sound have teamed up to create a set of 3D printed speakers whose multi-sided, quasi-spherical design allows for sound quality way beyond what you'd expect from such a compact device. The design was based on three principles of sound:
- Ideal Stereo Imaging: As described by the creators, the ball-shaped speakers were designed like "an imaginary sound space, like a three-dimensional stage, on which the location of each performer can be clearly located." This allows for a surround-sound, concert-like experience.
- Chaos Inside: It may sound like the title of an emo album, but it actually describes the sound quality produced by The Rock's odd shape. Because the speaker is made up of many walls of differing shapes, angles, and sizes, sounds waves are less likely to crash into each other, allowing for a clearer sound.
- The Point Source: While other speakers have several sources of sound, The Rock transmits a full sound frequency from one single chassis, creating improved spatial sound.
The Rock is one of the first 3D printed products developed by MOSTLIKELY, an agency that creates everything from buildings to art installations to music videos. The spherical speakers are a variation on the porcelain ball-shaped speakers that mo° sound has been producing since 2011. 3D printing allowed the designers to have more control over the shape and density of both the inside and the outside of the speakers. With a weight of only 1kg per speaker, the size of The Rock speakers should come as a relief to anyone who remembers having to haul massive box speakers up and down the stairs for the sake of a decent sound system.
Right now The Rock is being marketed through an Indiegogo campaign with a flexible goal of €500. A contribution of €350 will get you a set of active speakers, or speakers that include an amplifier. €280 gets you a pair of passive speakers, amplifier not included.
A wide range of colors are available, and delivery is expected to be in February 2016. The speakers, which were printed in PLA, have been fully designed and tested and are made on order. Have you tried out these speakers? Let us know in the Rock 3D Printed Speaker Forum on 3DPB.com.
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Last Friday Mendocino County announced it was fighting federal grand jury subpoenas demanding that four county officials hand over all documents related to its now-abandoned medical marijuana permitting program. The legal action came even after the county had effectively gutted the program in response to a threat of litigation from the U.S. Attorney's office for Northern California. County officials have speculated that the federal government is planning on going after the more than $1 million the county earned from the program.
Along with the lawsuit filed by the city of Oakland in the threatened federal seizure of the property that the Harborside marijuana dispensary leases, Mendocino County's action may represent a new fight against a federal crackdown that has closed hundreds of medical marijuana facilities in the state.
The legal battles are just the latest chapter in California and the nation's ever-evolving relationship to the drug. Below is "A History of Marijuana in California and America." This illustrated timeline runs from 1911, when Massachussetts became the first state to outlaw marijuana, to just this month, when President Obama said the recent legalization of recreational pot in two states would not be a federal law enforcement priority.


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Gatineau, Quebec – November 29, 2011: PCI Geomatics today announced that it presented academic excellence awards to three of Carleton University's top students in the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies.
All three students have worked with PCI's Geomatica software during the course of their academic careers, which is a key teaching tool used by the University. "We use Geomatica to teach the fundamentals of Remote Sensing in our courses; the software is also used in research projects and thesis work since it supports a broad range of image processing capability and allows us to work with many different types of image data and formats," said Doug King, Professor in the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies. "We appreciate the continued support and recognition that PCI provides to our students – they have earned their awards thanks to their dedication in pursuing excellence and advancing the field of Remote Sensing and GIS."
The awards were presented to Blair Kennedy, Will Parkinson, and Amanda Viveen - top students who are studying in the Department - in recognition of their excellent work and high academic achievements. Blair Kennedy is a two time recipient of the award, and is currently enrolled as a graduate student, working towards obtaining his PhD; Will Parkinson is also enrolled in the graduate program – working towards completing a Master's degree; and Amanda Viveen is finalizing her undergraduate degree – with a specialization in Remote Sensing and GIS.
PCI's Director of Marketing, Kevin Jones, commented, "The Geography Department at Carleton University has an excellent program and offers students access to leading edge technology, such as PCI's Geomatica software. As a graduate of the program myself, I can attest to the high quality of teaching and excellent opportunities to not only build domain expertise and knowledge, but also to obtain hands on experience using commercial software – giving the students an edge in a competitive job market once they graduate."
Kevin Jones and Doug King presented the awards to the students at the University - pictures of the even can be accessed on the PCI Geomatics website at http://pci.gl/t3981k.
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Interviewed August 2004
Tony Wrench grew up in Worcestershire in England where he lived on a farm and was always interested in Jersey cows. He used to write to the New Zealand Jersey Association and they' send him information and photos which fed his appetite for the breed.
Then he saw an advertisement in the Farmers Weekly newspaper for jobs in New Zealand working as herd testers.
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The job was advertised as working 25 days per month with good pay and travel to New Zealand provided. So after applying and being accepted for a job, Tony came to New Zealand on the Atlantis in March 1950 when he was 22 years old.
About another dozen young men with farming backgrounds came on the same ship and Tony had very vivid memories of their arrival in Wellington.
He like other potential employees travelled up to Frankton junction by overnight train, and then proceeded to the offices of the Auckland Herd Improvement Association to be addressed by the manager Mr Selwyn Sheaf.
Back to Ohura
But then, immediately after this, Tony was on the train again going back down the line to Ohura in the King Country, to live and work with Doug Watts for six weeks while he learned what New Zealand dairy farming was all about, and how herd testing was part of it. Following this, Tony went to Claudelands in Hamilton for two weeks practical herd testing training.
Tony stayed in the Ohura area for two years and he had kept a letter from Selwyn Sheaf offering him a job in the Waikato with pay of ten pounds, one shilling and three pence per week and a truck provided to do his work. This was a great improvement as at Ohura he had a Clydesdale horse called Phil and a cart with all his gear on board. He was sad to leave the Ohura community as he had made many friends.
The process of herd testing was first to arrive at the farm with all the gear in good time to meet the farmer and set up to test the evening milking. Then was the job of settling in to stay the night to test the following morning's milk before going on to the next farm on his circuit.
Tony Wrench getting help to transfer milk into bucket for weighing. Note the walk-through milking bails.
Some of the cows were branded but most had a name which had to be entered on the shed book. Tony remembered visiting a Maori farmer in Kennedy's bay who named his cows from Greek mythology. Tony tested on a round of 27 herds and tested one each day a month.
The routine was for milk from each cow to be put in a test bucket, which was then lifted on to a spring balance and weighed. After that a sample was taken from it before the bucket was tipped into the vat. The fat content was worked with the Gerber test where milk and sulphuric acid were mixed in a special tube, and after centrifuging; the fat content could be read off. The herd testing offices were then in Wesley Chambers in Victoria street in Hamilton.
Like all herd testers, Tony said that his herd testing visits were valued greatly by the farmer and family for social reasons, as land was still in the early development stage in Ohura with bush being cleared. Hospitality was good and with no TV, chat and cards were the order of the evenings.
When Tony first started work, cowsheds were four double-up walk-through sheds, but by 1954, the herringbone shed had taking over almost completely.
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Tony met his wife Marion who worked on handling all the herd records in the Auckland Herd Improvement Association office in London Street. They got married in 1954. Les Jane was involved with Selwyn Sheaf in managing the herd testing programme in the region.
Tony said that Artificial Breeding (AB) was racing ahead as herd testing progressed, as herd testing was the means by which good cows were identified to be mated to top bulls to produce even better bulls for farmers through AB.
Marion Wrench's early life was spent with her father working at the dairy factory at Turua near Thames before moving to Hamilton. After she left school at Hamilton Tech she went to work in the Herd Improvement Offices, and she remembers when the office moved from Wesley Chambers in Victoria Street in Hamilton to the new offices in London Street.
There were 50-60 people – mainly women, who worked there with Mrs Baker and Mrs Yates in charge. Marion said they could be tough but generally not too bad! A major bit of progress was when Arthur Ward introduced accounting machines and adapted them to help calculate fat percentage. These were Burroughs calculating machines which were well advanced for the time.
Marion remembers having fun with other young members of the staff who had parties in the staff room from time to time. They even had an annual trip to Waihi beach.
The herd testers' ball held on July 31st was the highlight of each year before the herd testing season started in earnest. It was always held in the Peachgrove CAC hall.
You can see from the photo below that herd testers certainly enjoyed each other's company when they could get together before the start of the next season.
You can see from the photo below that herd testers certainly enjoyed each other's company when they could get together before the start of the next season.
The late Tony Wrench ended up working at the LIC headquarters at Newstead in the AB equipment store before his retirement.


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As a mom to a teen and tween, a board-certified pediatrician, a New York Times best-selling author and public speaker, Dr. Cara Natterson knows a thing or two (or 50) about talking to kids about their bodies, their emotions and teaching them how to take care of themselves. Mom.me was lucky enough to ask Dr. Natterson about her process, her goals and how she makes it all work for her, and we learned her sage advice extends far beyond the teen years.
Describe the moment when you were inspired to create "Guy Stuff: The Body Book for Boys."
It was as I was updating the original "Care and Keeping of You: The Body Book for Girls" and writing the follow-up, "Care and Keeping of You 2"—so, more than five years ago. As a pediatrician, it has always been clear to me that boys go through puberty, too, and their experience is no less challenging or confusing than the girl experience. The whole time I was writing for girls, I thought, boys need this! Then, at a book signing in 2013, just after the relaunch of "The Care and Keeping" line, a mom asked me to sign a copy for her son. I asked her if she knew they were girl books and she said, "Of course I do. But there's so much in here that my son needs and I can't find it anywhere else!" That was the final straw for me.
As a mother, as well as a practicing pediatrician and author, how do you make it all work?
Some days, poorly. I actually don't practice medicine anymore in a traditional office. Instead, I run a consulting practice where I help parents navigate medical and parenting issues. This allows me to have much more control over my schedule. When I am on a book deadline, I hole up in my office to write and, undoubtedly, inspiration strikes just when my kids need me. But I have gotten much better at making my work hours overlap with my kids' school hours. The biggest challenge is turning off the computer when school is out so that I can be 100 percent mom.
When did you first feel successful?
That's such an interesting question, because I have felt different kinds of "successful" at different points in my life. Graduating from medical school felt pretty darned successful. And there were definitely many moments during my days as a primary care pediatrician when I would solve a medical issue, make a kid healthy again—and that felt very successful, too. As a writer, the day I saw my name on the New York Times best-sellers list was definitely a major success moment!
As a successful female entrepreneur, what are some ways that you want to teach your kids about "girl power"?
I am going to tweak that question a little, just because I want both my daughter and my son to feel empowered. Perhaps I am just acutely sensitive to the balance given that I have written girl-body books for years and I have pushed to get boys into this conversation. If my kids were here now, they would say that I constantly preach finding your passion and connecting it with a need in the world. Doing well by doing good. I also think no one can be great at everything all the time. We all wear so many hats, and finding your power is finding a way to balance those different roles so that you can make effective change without burning out.
Has there been anything about writing "guy stuff" that surprised you or inspired you in a way you didn't expect?
I couldn't stop writing about the emotional growth of boys in puberty. The "feelings" section of this boy book is twice as long as the analogous section in the girl book. I think that will take everyone by surprise. But the more I wrote, the more I appreciated how little we talk about this part of boy puberty. They are moody too, just in their own unique ways. And having a 12-year-old son in my house, I was particularly inspired to catalog it and explain it.
Did you find writing a book for young boys particularly challenging in any way?
The biggest challenge was the tone. I didn't want to stereotype how boys communicate—and, of course, there are a wide variety of styles. But ultimately, I had to pick a voice. I think I picked one that will resonate with most. Bottom line: It's a mash-up of informational and funny.
What's your advice for moms who are looking to write their own book?
Go for it! If you write what you know, it flows quite easily. If you have a story to tell, there is probably someone out there who will benefit from listening to it or reading it. The hardest part about writing a book is figuring out how to get it out into the world. The first step, the actual writing, pales in comparison, especially if you have something to say. So just start typing.
What sacrifices have you made as a mom and an author and doctor to keep everything in balance?
When in doubt, mom wins. So I have sacrificed a bit on the work side. Some days, I don't write the way I want to—I can never seem to shut the world out and just dive into my work in the way that many authors can. I wouldn't trade it, though. Especially now that they are older, if my kids want me for something, I want to be there.
If you could have lunch with any business person/mogul/entrepreneur/nonprofit founder living or dead, who would it be and why?
Today it would be Dr. Spock. He invented the field of parenting without even realizing it. But I will confess, my list of fantasy lunches is long and ever changing, so tomorrow I will have another answer!
What made you want to become a public speaker on top of a practicing pediatrician?
When you are a doctor in an office, you connect with families one-to-one. When you write, you connect one-to-many. But also when you write, your words are hanging out there, waiting to be interpreted through someone's lens. I love speaking because I can feel the moment when my audience doesn't get something the way I mean to say it, and I can course-correct. They also ask me lots of questions at the end, which provides great feedback. So speaking fills some of those holes that appeared for me when I left full time clinical practice.
How did you get involved with American Girl?
It's a long story and involved a lot of luck. But basically, I was on a speaking tour for one of my earlier (non-American Girl) books, and that appearance led to an introduction, with many intervening steps. When I found myself having a conversation with a decision-maker over there, I made a passionate pitch for updating the original "Care and Keeping" and writing a follow-up book. My biggest selling point was that moms and daughters repeatedly asked for more. Like I said, a lot of luck: I happened to be speaking to someone who could do something about it and who had received lots of the same requests. And from there, well, the rest is history.


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Thursday, July 26, 2012
Christmas at Disney...without Santa!
Apparently, he portrays Santa, but was just on a trip with his family in Disney World. He didn't dress up like Santa, but he sure does look like jolly old St. Nick. He was approached by children, and would sign autographs.
Disney, in what appears to be an ongoing battle, had to ask him to stop acting like the North Pole resident, and to tell the kids "he's not who they think he is and to leave him alone."
Today, what lies in my email? A Christmas promotion from the Disney Store!
Either this was an odd coincidence, or Disney really is rubbing salt (or...snow?) in the wound for Mr. Kringle!
Personally, I just think Disney should have given him one of the Goofy hats, and tucked in his hair!
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Are you serious?! Santa has to take vacations too -- where better to go than to Disney World?! It's not like he was asking for the attention or walking around advertising to give autographs. I understand that's exactly what Disney characters do - they are there for kids to meet and get autographs. But he wasn't portraying himself as a Disney character - and I'm guessing Disney doesn't have claim on Santa. If I were a kid and saw a jolly old man with a beard, I'd think he was Santa too! It's great that so many kids still believe! And for that man to take his time to stop and talk to those kids and give them attention when he's there on his own vacation - most people wouldn't be so kind. Very seldom do I criticize anything Disney does but if they kicked that man out for that... Very tackey, Disney. You ought to be ashamed of yourself.ReplyDelete
One more thing...well, two... A statement was made in the article and by a commenter about safety. So the man who's trying to be nice to children by encouraging their belief in Santa is harmful? If he was doing anything suspicious, then there is a problem. If anyone is concerned with a strange man harming children, don't take your children in public. The man who resembles Santa humoring kids with his autograph isn't the sicko a parent needs to be leery of - it's the obscure, normal-looking guy who blends into the crowd that knows how to snatch your child. I'm sorry to get so blunt but when I read the article as well as the comment after it, I just got irked. Very seldom do we have kindness in the world these days and when it's shown, criticism is given in return.ReplyDelete
The other thing is that celebrities go to Disney World all the time. You're going to tell a celebrity (who is most likely going to attempt to disguise himself somewhat anyway) they have to make their appearance as low-key as possible and, in essence, be rude to other patrons by telling them "I am on vacation, please leave me alone"? Heck, no! I'm sure those celebrities are paying the big bucks and Disney rolls out the red carpet for them. Yes, these people are on their vacation and need to be allowed to enjoy it. However, as I said, most people, including and especially some celebrities, wouldn't be as kind.
Jennifer, thanks for your comments. This has inspired another posting from me- hope to get it up tomorrow! ThanksReplyDeleteReplies
I just saw it - and I freaked! I thought how cool that I inspired someone to write a post! I was introduced to you and your blog by Couponing to Disney and have thoroughly enjoyed reading your entries! We are hoping to go back to Disney soon (in my mind it's sooner than real life, I'm sure!) and I will probably check in with you when we start planning. I'm a self-named Disney "pro" - I used to work at a travel agency and completed the College of Disney Knowledge but that was years ago so I'm always wanting to know the latest and greatest when we do go. I'm glad I got your gears working - thanks for giving us your great Disney info!!Delete


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Citation: Chen, J., Steiner, J.L. 2006. Transfer function modeling and characteristics of rainfall-runoff behaviors in an Oklahoma watershed. Soil and Water Conservation Society Conference, Managing Agricultural Landscapes for Environmental Quality. p. 92.
Interpretive Summary: Abstract Only.
Technical Abstract: Understanding rainfall characteristics and a watershed's response to that rainfall is essential in hydrological modeling, and especially to meet the goals of the USDA's Conservation Effects Assessment Project (CEAP). Excess rainfall was estimated using the O- index and 15-min rainfall and direct runoff (separated from streamflow) data from the Little Washita River Experimental Watershed (LWREW), located in south central Oklahoma. Data were extracted through a prototype of the CEAP data system, STEWARDS, to facilitate manipulation of a large volume of data. A transfer function was used to model rainfall-runoff response. The transfer function shape (width and height) characteristics and runoff coefficients (runoff to total rainfall ratio) in three sub-watersheds of different sizes were examined for the 2005-2006 study period. The study results indicate that the characteristics of the transfer function and runoff coefficients depend upon rainfall excess and runoff may be useful for SWAT model calibration by comparison to model simulations.


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Hanks leads rush into Faris' Columbia project
EmptyColin Hanks has joined the cast of the untitled Anna Faris project for Columbia Pictures and Happy Madison.
Also joining the movie are Monet Mazur, Kiely Williams of the Cheetah Girls, All-American Rejects frontman Tyson Ritter, Owen Benjamin, Rachel Specter and Beverly D'Angelo.
The script, by "Legally Blonde" scribes Karen McCullah Lutz and Kirsten Smith, centers on a Playboy bunny (Faris) who gets kicked out of the Playboy Mansion and becomes the house mother to the lamest sorority on a college campus.
Hanks is the male lead in the film, playing Faris' love interest.
Mazur ("Torque") will play an evil Playboy bunny, while Williams will plays a member of the lame sorority, one who suffers from extreme shyness and communicates via notes and texts. Ritter is a frat guy who is more than he seems, while Benjamin is a butler seduced by Mazur. D'Angelo ("Entourage") is the house mom of the bitchy sorority, of which Specter ("Lonely Hearts") is a part.
Shooting is under way in Los Angeles, with Fred Wolf directing.
Sony's Sam Dickerman and Adam Milano are overseeing for the studio, while Heather Parry, who brought the project into Happy Madison, is shepherding for the shingle.
Hanks next will be seen starring in "The Great Buck Howard." His credits include "King Kong" and "Tenacious D: The Pick of Destiny."
He is repped by CAA and attorneys Alan Hergott and Eric Brooks.


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Bilberry Fruit Whole, Organic, 1/2 lb.(BFW-2)
USDA Organic
Bilberry, a dark blue berry, grows on shrubs much like its relative, the blueberry. When picked fresh it has a taste similar to blueberries, and is commonly used in jams and pies.
This antioxidant-rich berry has marvelous anti-aging properties in both its fruit and leaves. It may help to improve visual acuity both at night and during the day. Bilberry may also help reduce inflammation, increase circulation in veins and capillaries, and relieve muscle spasms.
Common Names: bilberry fruit, huckleberry, whortleberry, hurtleberry
Excerpts from Nutritional Herbology
The anthocyanidins of bilberry have considerable pharmacologic activity. They are especially used as anti-aging substances. It is one of the most popular over-the-counter drugs in Europe.
This herb is becoming more important to the aging populations of the world. This fruit and its extracts have marvelous anti-aging properties. Bilberry was first studied for its effects on poor night vision.
This is an important fruit to add to one's daily diet. Blueberries and black currant fruit may also be as useful as bilberry but are not yet as popular for their medicinal properties.
Related Article: Bilberry and Pilots
by Shoshanna Easling
August 2004
My husband is a pilot, and, of course, I have a great interest in herbs. The other day we were driving along, and he was telling me about some of the wild adventures he has had in Alaska.
He has spent a lot of time there in commercial fishing, building cabins, and flying. One of his jobs was to fly a small plane over the water and spot fish. In the spring the fish spawn, which makes it a great time for the fishermen. There are dozens of planes and boats working together to catch as many fish as possible in the time allowed. Some days they work 20 hours. James told me about one of the men on his fishing boat falling asleep from exhaustion, on deck, with waves breaking over the top of the boat. I sat fascinated while listening to his stories. Airplane pilots have to be in top condition. They have to be physically fit. Their vision has to be exceptional. In small planes, it is very important, because so much depends on sight, not on computers. You have to maintain a sharp eye to keep from hitting other planes that may be spotting the same school of fish. Two years before James got there, an incident happened where one plane rose without seeing the plane directly above. Both planes crashed, and two men died. Most of the spotting planes have two pilots, one to keep his eyes on other planes, and the other to help spot the fish.
He went on to tell me about the pilot's miracle. "You have probably heard the stories about World War II, where pilots in the British Royal Air Force ate bilberry preserves before flying, crediting it with improving their vision when flying night bombing runs. The bilberry fruit was improving their eyesight." It is one thing to read about bilberry in an herb book, but it is quite another to hear a pilot tell you about it in person. The pilots he knows have great confidence in bilberry to improve their vision.
Bilberry (fruit or leaf) works its miracle by the nutritional support it lends to the small vessels in your eyes. Since the breaking down of blood vessels is one of the curses of old age, bilberry is especially useful as an anti-aging supplement. Basically, bilberry is effective for any part of the body that can be helped by lending support to the small vessels.
Since the merits of bilberry (fruit or leaf) are nutritional, rather than medicinal, you do not have to worry about using too much. When making a tincture for a daily nutritional support, add bilberry, or, when you make a cup of tea in the morning, add a teaspoon to your herbal mix. It tastes good and is full of life giving properties.
My mom's (Dr. Deb) favorite daily tincture mixture includes, among other herbs, bilberry for dad's eyes, and Nettle to keep her blood pressure and dad's homocysteine levels nice and low. But that is the subject of next month's article, so I better not get started.
From Our Reading and/or Experience...
- We use Bilberry often in mixes and tincture combinations. Of course, it can be used in many other types of remedies. The powder can easily be encapsulated.
- Bilberry is a food, as such, keep it in the kitchen as all other food ingredients. We add it to dishes (salads, meat dishes, soups, stews, etc.) in small amounts so as to add nutritional value to the dish without changing the flavor.
- Bilberry can be used to benefit anyone: men, women (including before, during or after pregnancy, and nursing), children and animals.
- It can be used as often as you would like, and in any way you choose.
- Bilberry sometimes keeps people awake. If you have trouble sleeping, you may not want to take this in the evening.
- As is the case with most herbs, Bilberry should be stored in a dark, dry, and cool place. Refrigeration or freezing is great, but certainly not necessary. Following these suggestions will delay the loss of its highly valued nutritional and medicinal properties.
Get Up & Go Energy Bars
Tap into some of that "Get Up & Go" energy you've been looking for to chase after the kiddos all day, or just to get the chores done around the house.
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup raw almond butter
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup Raw Honey
- 4 tablespoons coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons Chia Seeds
- 1 tablespoon Flax Seed
- 2 tablespoons Eleuthero Root Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon Powder
- pinch of Celtic Sea Salt
- nuts
- vanilla
- dried chopped figs
- dried berries and dried fruit
- Bilberries
- cashew butter
- Raw organic Cacao powder
- homemade granola (see Vanilla Spiced Granola Recipe)
Once you've figured out your perfect mix just whip it together, spread it in a tray, and stick it in the freezer. Once solid, cut into bars and store in an airtight container in the fridge (keeps for 2 weeks).
Vanilla Spiced Granola Recipe
Who doesn't want a homemade snack made with wholesome ingredients that will improve your eye sight, boost your immune system and make your tastebuds dance in delight!
- 1 cup coconut flakes
- 1 1/2 cups pecans
- 1 cup chopped almonds
- 1/4 cup Flax Seeds
- 1/4 cup Chia Seeds
- 1 tablespoon Cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
- 1/2 cup Raw Honey
- 1 1/2 tablespoons vanilla
- 1 1/2 cups dried chopped apples
- 3/4 cup Bilberry Fruit
- 1/4 cup Rose Hips (optional)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries (optional)
- In a large bowl mix together the first 8 ingredients.
- In a separate bowl stir together the honey and vanilla. Fold into granola mixture.
- Thinly spread the mixture on a cookie sheet and bake at 275° for 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.
- Remove from oven, transfer into bowl and let cool.
- Add fruit and enjoy! Makes a wonderfully healthy Holiday treat!
Berry Good Gluten Free Cupcakes
These gluten free cupcakes are full of delicious and nutritious ingredients that are sure to be a hit with the whole family!
- 20 figs
- 3 eggs
- 2/3 cup coconut milk
- 1/3 cup coconut oil
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon Celtic Sea Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 1/3 cup Gluten Free Self Rising Flour Mix (Making Babies Book)
- 4 tablespoons Arrowroot Powder
- 1/3 cup blueberries
- 1/2 cup soaked Bilberries (save the soaking water and add to smoothies or just enjoy as a yummy juice)
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- In blender, process figs and eggs for 1 minute.
- Add remaining wet ingredients except berries, and blend until well combined.
- Mix dry ingredients in a separate bowl and fold berries into flour mixture.
- Slowly mix wet and dry ingredients together until just combined.
- Scoop into lined muffin tins and bake for 17 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- Cool completely and garnish with our Creamy Goodness Icing or your favorite icing, and top with strawberries and blueberries for an extra special affect. Enjoy!
Creamy Goodness Icing
Every time this smooth, creamy icing dances across my palette, it just seems too good to be true. Try adding chocolate, cinnamon and spice, citrus, ginger, coconut, berries...The possibilities are endless!
- 1/2 cup raw cashews
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- Soak cashews in water for at least 2 hours.
- Strain water from cashews.
- Blend cashews, coconut oil, vanilla and maple syrup until smooth.
- Cool in refrigerator at least 1 hour.
- Transfer to a plastic bag, cut a hole in the corner and ice away!
Daily Multi-Vitamin Herbal Mix Recipe
Mixing up your own multi-vitamin combination is a great way to meet your daily needs and know exactly what you're getting.
- 1/2 cup Chamomile flowers
- 1/2 cup Peppermint leaf
- 1/2 cup Oatstraw herb
- 1/2 cup Bilberry fruit
- 1/4 cup Nettle leaf
- 1/4 cup Fenugreek seed
- 1/4 cup Rose Hips
- 1/4 cup Hibiscus flowers
- 1/4 cup Fennel seed
- 1/4 cup Dandelion leaf
- 1/4 cup Ginkgo leaf
- Mix all of the herbs together and store in an airtight container in a cool dark place.
- Make into a Tea or Tincture to enjoy daily.
Vitamin C Oxymel
- 1/4 c. Bilberry fruit
- 1/4 c. Elderberry fruit
- 1/4 c. Rose hips
- 1/4 c. Hibiscus flowers
- 1 c. Organic raw honey*
- 1 c. Raw Apple Cider Vinegar**
- Place herbs in a quart jar.
- Pour honey and vinegar over herbs.
- Seal the jar and shake mixture vigorously until combined.
- Place jar somewhere cool and dark for two (2) weeks shaking the jar a couple of times per week.
- After two (2) weeks, strain with cheese cloth and pour oxymel into a sterilized moresca bottle and seal tightly for storage.
Note: Oxymels stay potent in the fridge for up to six (6) months if tightly sealed.
*For best results, heat solidified honey slightly before adding to jar.
**I prefer oxymels with a 50/50 ratio for honey to vinegar.


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First, let me say, from the bottom of my heart, thank you for all of your kind words and support in response to my last post. I think it just goes to show, that everyone feels insecure sometimes, and it's just nice to know that others feel the same way.......
On that note, I did not know that my friend and fellow designer Brenda Riddle had also been feeling reflective lately... Visit her recent post for some of her feelings about success...
I promised to keep you up to date on my progress on my Quilts for Kids project. Well, actually... I got it done. Wow! that was fast! I used the free pattern called For Ella's Sister which is on my website. Here is the original quilt:
For this version, I used- you guessed it- Sewing Room Social fabric. I finished the blocks the other day, and yesterday I sewed them into rows:
This is a great pattern when you need a really quick project. The sashing makes the project go super fast. And you can use any block you want- you could even use a solid square in place of the pieced blocks if you are in a big hurry. I think I will do the same pattern in boy colors- it won't take much time at all. Please visit the Quilts for Kids website- maybe you could make a quilt or two- or what a great project for your sewing circle or guild. Put that stash to good use!!
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Free Quilt Pattern for "Quilts for Kids"
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I made a quilt for "Quilts for kids" last summer and loved doing it. Just last week, I pulled some bright fabrics in primary colors to make a couple more. I like your pattern with the strips and may try that one. Thanks, Jacquelynne!ReplyDelete
- Cheryl T.March 12, 2011 at 9:23 PM
Yes!!!! Another free pattern. Cheap little me can barely afford fabric, so this is a great gift.ReplyDelete
Thanks Jacquelynne!
- AnonymousMarch 12, 2011 at 10:34 PM
AMAZING! #tigerbloodReplyDelete
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- Miriam DickeyMarch 12, 2011 at 10:34 PM
It's so great what you are doing for the kids. Keep up the great work!ReplyDelete
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BANGOR, Maine — The sentencing of a LaGrange man who used the screen name "studman634" was continued Monday so that an assessment may be completed to evaluate his risk of reoffending.
A new sentencing date in U.S. District Court has not been set.
Lawrence J. Labbe, 45, has been held without bail since February when he pleaded guilty to unlawful transportation of child pornography via his computer.
Labbe faces a mandatory minimum sentence of five years and a maximum sentence of 20 years. He has no criminal history, according to court documents.
He came to the attention of law enforcement officials in September 2009 when an undercover Macomb County sheriff's deputy in Detroit, Mich., asked Labbe to share child pornography with him.


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Thursday, 28 August 2008
Yorkshire plum galette
It's one of the happy symbioses of our house that I like baking fruity desserts as much as The Scientist likes eating them, and I just take a small tasting tithe - which frankly doesn't put much of a dent in the dessert as I always over-estimate how much I'm making. This time he chose a pie and I decided to take the opportunity to make a dessert I've had my eye on for ages but have never got round to. It's a blackberry galette in Nigella's Domestic Goddess, and I've always been taken by the picture which looks wonderfully rustic and golden. Or, as Nigella describes it, 'a free-form pizza-like tart'. The dough has cornmeal in it which is apparently good for soaking up the juices, and the plums were so juicy that I thought that might be a particularly good thing. I like making pastry - I have colder hands than anyone I know so I feel I ought to be good at it - and this was very straightforward - just a bit of mixing and rubbing in (or a few blitzes in the food processor but that would take all the use out of my perpetually freezing hands). The original recipe adds creme fraiche to the blackberries but I just sliced my fruit on to the pastry disc, scattered some sugar and cinnamon over the top, and baked it as it was.
It looked nice (the pictures didn't come out too well) though the pastry didn't blow me away. I'm not much of a pastry fan though, and The Scientist liked it. He didn't notice the cornmeal but perhaps that was because of all the cream he'd doused it in! I thought it did give the pastry an interesting texture and flavour, so if pastry's your thing then I'd go for it. Anyway, I was pleased I'd finally made it, and the pie-eater in the house said he'd happily have it again, so I guess that's chalked up as a success. I went blackberrying picking in the lane near our house last night (as I say - always on the look out for fruit foraging opportunities!) so I may try it again in all its original Nigella glory. If the berries last that long :)
Plum galette (based on Nigella's blackberry galette from Domestic Goddess)
Made one smallish pie (two Scientists; possibly half a Michael Phelps)
60g plain flour
30g polenta/fine cornmeal
1 scant tbsp caster sugar
1/4 tsp salt
50g cold butter
15g (1 tbsp) vegetable shortening
1-3 tbsp ice water, or enough to bind [I found that 1 was more than enough]
about 5 or 6 ripe plums
approx 3 tbsp caster sugar, or to taste
about 1 tbsp cinnamon, or to taste
To make the pastry, mix together the dry ingredients, then add the butter and shortening, and rub in until it resembles breadcrumbs (or use a processor). Add enough water to form a dough. Form it into a ball, wrap in plastic and put in the fridge to rest for about 30 minutes
Preheat the oven to 190C/Gas 5. Roll the pastry out into a rough circle, transfer to a lined baking sheet, and scatter sliced plums on to the top. I cut them over the pastry to catch the juices as well. Leave a good margin round the edge. Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon, then dampen the edges of the pastry with water, and roll them over to make a nice rustic looking edge. Put in the oven for about 20 mins or until pastry is cooked and golden.
4 comments:
- Johanna said...
Looks lovely - but how odd that you like making fruit desserts and pastry but not eating them! I had started making more fruit desserts for a while because it is the only way E eats fruit (and they remind me of my mum's desserts).
I do have a question about your title - it is yorkshire plum galette because of the location of the tree, the type of plums or the type of galette? just curious!
- 29 August 2008 at 00:03
- Lysy said...
Good question! It's just the location of the tree - it occurred to me that I don't know what type of plums they are. I'll have to ask. I think galettes are a French think, though I'm sure more elegant than my version!
I think I like making fruit desserts because they're so nice and comforting to do - and I do make an exception for a nice crumble or fruity cake. Pastry just doesn't excite me (the eating of it - making it's lots of fun!). Perhaps it's because you so often get served a savoury pie as a veggie option and I got bored?
- 29 August 2008 at 08:40
- Squishy said...
Your blog was posted at the perfect time! I am Squishy, otherwise known as Skyhammer's Sweetheart. Recently, the Norse God was blessed with a goodly amount of plums. By which I mean, of course, that a work friend has a plum tree and more plums than he knew what to do with so the Norse God offered to put some of his plums to good use. Now, the plums were definitely on the ripe side. Maybe even on the wrong side of ripe. And there were loads of them, so when I read your post I thought, aha! Problem solved. And so commenced plum dessert making. Never having done it before, I thought I'd make it even more difficult by using a different crust. I had previously made a "pizza" from a recipe book called The Thrive Diet by a local vegan triathlete and the crust was delicious and super-easy to make (yeast-free!). I tried altering the spices added to the crust mix and cut the plums on top as your recipe dictated, and baked it. The first batch was pretty tasty although some of the crust was mushy from the plum juice. In making the second batch, I brilliantly decided to add more plums to the topping with the disastrous result that the crust was so mushy that it was pretty much inedible. Sigh. I sure had fun making it though!
I'd like to include the "pizza" recipe from The Thrive Diet here for your eating pleasure, and also let you know that I enjoy your blog very much.
Pizza Procedure: Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. In a food processor, process all crust ingredients until mixture starts to ball up. Lightly oil the baking tray with coconut oil. Spread mixture on tray to about 1/4 inch thick. Spread your choice of tomato sauce on then add toppings. Bake for 45 mins. (This will vary slightly depending on the moisture content of the veg and the desired crispness of the pizza.)
Chickpea Curry Pizza
2 cups ground sunflower seeds
1 cup cooked or sprouted chickpeas
1/4 cup coconut oil or hemp oil
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp curry powder
1/2 tsp turmeric
Sea salt to taste
1/2 medium sweet potato, finely sliced or grated
1/2 onion, diced
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup cauliflower florets
1 cup sunflower seed sprouts
- 3 September 2008 at 03:51
- Lysy said...
Yay Squishy! I'm so pleased to meet you, and delighted that the plum recipe was useful. Perhaps adding some cornmeal to your base might help to soak up some juices. I have some other plum recipes too - I will email them to the Norse God in case you still have a fruit surfeit!
Your recipe looks fantastic and contains loads of my favourite ingredients - can't wait to try it!
- 3 September 2008 at 10:02


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I wanted to put together a sensory bin that explored a scientific concept, but wasn't quite sure what would work. Then the idea of using our growing magnet set seemed like an easy fit!
Small Bin
Paper Clips (we used almost 300)
Magnets of various sizes and strengths
A sheet/blanket for the floor (optional, but I was very glad for it this time!)
I added the small birdseed into the bin and stirred in the paper clips. On the side I gathered our magnet collection.
I then showed the boys the bin and let them begin exploring.
They took turns using the different magnets to try and pull the paper clips from the birdseed. As they explored they talked about which magnets were stronger (and worked better.) We also talked about why the birdseed didn't stick to the magnets. (It wasn't magnetic and not made of magnetic material.)
They worked together to get all of the paper clips out of the bin. And when they had finished? They added them all back into the bin and began again!
I was pretty glad I put the sheet down as the more they explored the more birdseed did come out of the bin. But when we were done, I just shook the sheet outside so the birdseed could become a snack for the real birds!
I could see this becoming a great go to activity on a rainy or cold day too! I also imagined you could try this same activity with rice or dried beans. Can you think of other filler ideas for this magnetic exploration?
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Vintage Artist Abigail Vancannon | Be-Bop's Diner
Vintage Call for Entries Accepted Artists Artist Abigail Vancannon Oakland, California, USA Be-Bop's Diner Oil Painting Artist Statement These works evoke memories though storytelling, which helps suspend the viewer in a different time or place. My current series focuses on traditions, ideals, and activities sprouting from the 1950s. These timeless compositions show the beauty in family, childhood, and generations, often evoking a nostalgic feeling and reflection of the past. Society preserves history – old diners, movie theaters, gas pumps – living relics of the past. Authenticity plays an important role when researching and gathering my reference materials. I photograph models so every detail (from costumesRead More →