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So the question is where can I download MMORPG games online? Many people are looking for the best free MMORPG game to download today, and if you are one of them, read on. I can assure that that these free MMORPGs are even better than paid games such as Eve online.
You can download and play most MMORPG in less than 2 minutes! Thus, it is typically better to download high quality mmorpg as compared to playing free browser-based free mmorpg that do not require downloads. There are many webpages out there that features new and best free MMORPG to play currently.
Downloaded free to play MMORPG are of high quality and they are becoming more and more common. More game developers are starting to make more free MMORPG due to the large number of players who love to play such games.
Many people may think that the developers are not making money off these games, but that is untrue. Some developers use in game advertising in the game itself to generate advertising revenue. Most game advertising is very unobtrusive and does not affect your game play at all.
Another method is to incorporate cashshops into the games. This cashshops offer players strong ingame items and cute costumers for players to differentiate their characters from the rest. Thus, players pay cash so that they can have cool looking characters in the game. This allows the developers to get some revenue from the free to play MMORPG itself.
Since developers can make money off free to play MMORPG, they are starting to create better and better MMORPGs to attract more people to play their games. This allows players to have free and yet quality games to play. Thus, many players are happy more and more MMORPG are starting to appear. Gamers would have to download a couple of MMORPGs to play before they decide which game they like to play.
However, this creates a problem for gamers because they would not know which new MMORPG are good which are not good. Luckily, there are many good websites that reviews MMORPG for new players. This allows players read and find out which games are worth to download.
Playing MMORPG is the in thing now. Try downloading a MMORPG and try out when it suits your taste today!
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Dec 5th 2017 @ Cadillac PalaceChicago, IL
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Tuesday, December 5th, 2017
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151 W Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60602
They've unleashed their aca-amazing vocal feats on audiences from London to Hong Kong to Edinburgh. Now the talented artists behind "Gobsmacked!" bring their all-singing, all-beatboxing, all-awesome theatrical experience to Chicago. Featuring three-time undefeated UK Beatbox Champion Ball-Zee and an international cast of world-class singers -- including British pop star Marcus Collins of "The X-Factor" -- this fresh-faced crew blends traditional street-corner harmonies with modern-day mashups to deliver a slick, sick, high-energy spectacular to the Broadway Playhouse, easily rivaling anything you've seen on "Glee, Pitch Perfect" or "The Sing-Off".View All Broadway In Chicago Tour Dates

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Spermicides are chemicals that destroy sperm. They were widely used until the 1990s – often on their own (that is, without a cap or diaphragm).
But then they fell out of favour for three reasons.
- Manufacturers stopped marketing these products because there was so little profit to be made from them – though from time to time some brands have been re-launched.
- There were concerns that spermicides might cause small abrasions or breaks in the lining of the vagina – and that this could make women more vulnerable to HIV infection.
- While using them without a cap or diaphragm, alarming numbers of women became pregnant.
However, in the last year or two there has been renewed interest in spermicidal contraceptives, partly because it has become easy to buy them online – often very cheaply.
How should chemical contraceptives be used?
Chemical contraceptives have traditionally been used in one of two ways.
- On their own (not recommended!). A spermicide (usually in the form of a foam, jelly or tablet) is inserted into the vagina about half an hour before having sex. If the sexual 'session' happens to go on for a long time, a top-up dose of spermicide should be inserted.
- With a barrier method, such as a condom, sponge, cap or diaphragm. Generally, you smear a spermicidal jelly or cream onto the diaphragm or cap before putting the device inside you. This 'seals the edges' and makes it less likely that your partner's sperms will get past the barrier.
It used to be common to use spermicides to 'boost' the effectiveness of condoms. But this is now quite a rare practice.
One advantage of these products is that you can buy them without prescription. So a woman who purchases a spermicide can feel that she is, to some extent, in control of her own fertility – without having to go and see a doctor at all.
But please note that these agents really shouldn't be used on their own because they're not effective enough. If you use them by themselves, there's a high chance that sperm will get through sometimes – and cause pregnancy.
So, all family planning experts agree that chemical contraception should only be used in combination with a 'barrier method'.
It has been claimed that women who know that their fertility is low (for instance, when they're experiencing the menopause) could 'take a risk' and just rely on spermicides alone.
I really don't recommend this. But if you and your partner are both really desperate to make love, a chemical contraceptive is better than nothing at all.
How do chemical contraceptives work?
They work by killing sperm inside the vagina. They do this because they contain a spermicide – an agent that attacks sperm.
The most common spermicide used in these products is nonoxinol-9. It's moderately effective, but it can't be relied on to get rid of all sperm.
Some chemical contraceptives produced in overseas countries use a related compound called 'octoxynol'. Others contain an agent called 'benzalkonium chloride' (BKC) – but we have no reliable information on its effectiveness.
How do you use them?
You put them into the vagina before intercourse. Either the woman or the man can do this. Some couples actually make it part of foreplay.
In the case of solid preparations (pessaries – see below), you must give them time (say, 30 minutes) to dissolve before you start having sex. Follow the instructions on the leaflet in the package.
What types of chemical contraceptives are there?
There are various kinds available worldwide, though at the moment the choice in Britain is limited.
The only one that's currently prescribed on the NHS is called Gygel, a jelly containing nonoxinol-9. But one called Conceptrol Vaginal Gel (which also contains nonoxinol-9) is quite widely used in North America, and is available via the Internet.
Generally, people make their choice on the basis of what appeals to them aesthetically. For instance, one couple may prefer the feel, appearance and taste of foam, while others prefer the simplicity of a vaginal tablet.
The main types are as follows.
These are in aerosol form. You insert them into the vagina, with a special applicator, immediately before sex. Many couples like foam, but one man told me he felt as though he was fighting a fire.
Vaginal tablets
These are also widely known as pessaries.
In some books about sex, you may still find them referred to as 'suppositories'. This term has now been dropped – because most people understand the word 'suppository' to mean something put into the rectum.
Because they're solid, you must give them time (half an hour) to dissolve before you make love.
Gels, jellies and creams
These are mainly intended for spreading onto contraceptive diaphragms or caps before insertion.
Squares of contraceptive film are still marketed in some countries, though they have fallen out of favour in the UK.
At one time, manufacturers suggested that the film should be put on the tip of the penis before the start of intercourse. This is risky, and I do not recommend it, since it will probably fall off.
Sponges containing spermicide were popular in the 1980s and 1990s. One brand gained fame through being the central feature of an episode in the TV series Seinfeld. But sponges dropped out of fashion for some years, before making a recent reappearance.
The 'Today Sponge' is a soft polyurethane sponge, containing nonoxinol-9. The idea is that you place it over your cervix – so it forms a barrier, as well as being spermicidal. There's a small loop on the underside to make it easy for you to remove.
In 1995, the manufacturers ceased making it, purely because of commercial reasons. But after various industrial ups and downs, it was re-introduced it to the USA, and it's now available again in Canada and some parts of Europe.
Sponges which are currently available in other countries include Pharmatex (France) and Protectaid (Canada). Don't use sponges while you're menstruating because they may increase the risk of toxic shock syndrome (TSS).
Can chemicals harm you?
Various fragrances, colourings and other components are in spermicidal products. Not surprisingly, both men and women can become allergic to these ingredients.
Symptoms of allergy include soreness, swelling, redness and itching. If allergy occurs, take medical advice and switch to another method.
Nonoxinol-9 has been shown to cause vaginal irritation in some women. AIDS experts are concerned that damage to the delicate surface of the vagina could make it easier for the HIV virus to be contracted.
Please note that in some countries, pharmacists may still be selling old-fashioned spermicidal products that can attack rubber. These products, which are mainly oil-based, could make holes in rubber condoms or caps.
Will spermicidal chemicals protect you against disease?
No authorities think that nonoxinol-9 cannot give you any worthwhile protection against chlamydia, HIV or other sex infections.
Will spermicidal chemicals last all night?
No. In general, spermicides are only effective for about 45 to 60 minutes. If you go on having sex longer than that (or if you have sex twice), you need to insert a top-up of spermicide.
What brands are available?
This varies from country to country.
The only brand available in clinics in the UK in 2015 is Gygel, which is a gel that won't harm condoms, diaphragms or caps.
But many other brands can now be found online.
For further help with your contraception, please see our other articles about different contraceptive methods on the site.
Up-to-date information is always available from pharmacists, family planning clinics, youth advisory clinics and some GPs.
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So, you have decided to pursue an exciting career in the healthcare industry and become a medical assistant. A great decision, given how lucrative and rewarding this position can be. However, before you start this journey of yours and become a certified medical assistant, you will have to finish an appropriate training course and obtain your certificate. To do that, you will have two options, either through traditional schooling or via one of many online medical assisting programs.
In this article, we will discuss the latter ones, their most notable advantages, and some of their disadvantages. We hope this information will allow you to make a more informed decision when it comes to obtaining your certificate.
The pros and cons of online programs
Even though there are still those that consider online programs to be rather inadequate in comparison to traditional schooling, it is no secret that there is an almost equal number of medical assistants who have finished online courses and those who have finished traditional courses. This is a result of some of many advantages of online courses, such as the following:
1. By undertaking an online course, you will be in a position to fit all the classes into your schedule, mainly thanks to their high flexibility.
2. You will not have to buy all kinds of scrub uniforms that traditional students are required to have and wear.
3. You will have instant access to a variety of learning materials and training programs. Keep in mind that campus-based classes and courses are not available everywhere. Therefore, if you live in a remote location, far away from a training program location, you will have no other choice.
4. Traditional school tuition costs can be rather high. On the other hand, online courses a very affordable, mainly due to the fact that they do not have the expenses typically associated with traditional schools.
The key disadvantage of online courses
The most notable disadvantage of online medical assistant courses lies in the fact that you will not be provided with the "hands on" experience. As a result, you might have difficulties learning certain skills and techniques necessary for some special tasks. However, if you already have some on-the-job training and possess the necessary skills, you will not actually need this type of training. This, in turn, will make online classes a great alternative to the traditional classes.
Some other disadvantages of online classes include:
1. A rather limited assistance when passing the final exam
2. Sometimes, you will have to purchase certain learning materials separately.
The practicum
When opting for a medical assistant program, whether it takes place online or is conducted in a traditional classroom, keep in mind that it should end with a practicum. When undertaking a traditional training course, you will be probably assigned to a certain clinic, usually of your choice. On the other hand, with an online course, you will have the complete freedom when it comes to choosing when and where to have your practicum.
In the end, regardless of whether you opt for campus-based or online courses, medical assistant training will be crucial in preparing you for a fruitful career, one that is in very high demand at the moment. Given that it will stay that way for some time, you should definitely seize this opportunity.


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A year and a half ago I did a series on Responsible Knitting. I believe it is worth a Repeat:
Responsible Knitting I
European magazines have less directions than American magazines. You must be a responsible knitter to knit their patterns.
Responsible knitting is from several forms of knowing your craft. It is beyond seeing your stitches.
Knitting Responsibly is knowing what you want for your finial out come – sleeve size and length, body size and length, etc. I wrote last week about knowing your numbers.
Standard Body Charts are there to help you. But, do they help? I my opinion – not really. I pulled a design book out of my knitting library, measured my measurements following the diagrams given. I then went to the charted area to see where the recommended numbers were for me.
Well, I was all over the place! Bust, you would think would be the starting point. No – only if I wanted a baggy around the house sweater. My hip measurement was the only number that put me in the category for the sweater size I find fits me best – 32. Sleeve length had me in the 48-54 sweater group. Waist in the 36-38 group. Arm hole depth – 48-50.
So! I encourage you to measure and see where you are in the standard chart. Then take a sweater – store bought or hand knitted – that fits you well, and measure that and see where those measurements fit you best. (You can even measure two or more sweaters.)
I have found that the knitting standard charts and the knitting "standard" recommendation are not the same as what ready made garments follow. Hmmmm. Especially in the arm hole category.
I pulled out a book of a famous knitwear designer and looked at one of her top down designs. There actually was a close up of the raglan area and showed the under arm. It was tight up against the model's arm pit and looked like it was pulling and very snug. Not a comfortable fit in my opinion.
Ravelry is full of knitter's redesigning pattern designs. Maybe Americans are ready for more responsible knitting!
More on responsible knitting next week.
Until then – Happy Knitting,


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This recipe perfectly fits your summer time outdoor meals while soaking in the water at the beach or at your backyard pool. Aside from combined goodness of Asparagus and Sole, the instructions for this recipe is very easy to follow.
- 1 lb Asparagus
- 1 lb Sole Fillets (4 pieces)
- 1 tbsp prepared horseradish
- 4 tbsp lemon juice
- Sea Salt(to taste)
- Cut asparagus into 3-inch pieces. Boil in a saucepan for 5 minutes and drain water.
- Season skin of sole fillets with salt and lemon on each side.
- Place asparagus spears at one end of each fillet and roll them up with asparagus spears inside. Use toothpicks to keep it intact.
- Put fillets in a 2 quart casserole dish.
- Mix remaining ingredients and pour over fillets.
- Bake dish at 400 degrees Fahrenheit in an oven for about 15 minutes while basting fish every 5 minutes.
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These roasted potatoes on the grill are a cinch to make–just potatoes, garlic, oil, and rosemary–and means you don't have to turn on the oven for a side dish at your next barbecue.
These roasted potatoes on the grill rival any crisp, tender, golden brown roasted potatoes in the oven. Better yet, you can rely on this technique when you want to fix the entire meal outside instead of running back and forth between stove and grill or when you crave roasted potatoes but want a respite from turning on the oven—and, by extension, heating up the entire kitchen—in the dead of summer. With a little careful space management, the pan of potatoes can cook on one side of the grill and the meat on the other side. Originally published August 14, 2012.–Renee Schettler Rossi
Roasted Potatoes on the Grill
- Quick Glance
- Makes 4 to 6 servings
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
- 6 unpeeled waxy potatoes, quartered lengthwise
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 to 2 sprigs rosemary, chopped if desired (optional)
- 1. Prepare the grill for direct cooking over high heat. You want your grill to maintain a steady temperature of 500º F (260ºC).
- 2. Pour the oil and garlic in a large flameproof roasting pan. Place the pan on the grill grate, close the lid, and let it heat until the oil begins to shimmer, about 2 minutes. Carefully add the potatoes to the pan and gently stir to coat with the oil. Close the lid on the grill and let the potatoes roast, keeping the lid closed except to occasionally turn the potatoes with a thin metal spatula, until they're golden brown and tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
- 3. Season the potatoes to taste with salt and pepper and, if desired, a sprinkle of rosemary. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the potatoes to a bowl or platter and serve hot.
If you make this recipe, snap a photo and hashtag it #LeitesCulinaria. We'd love to see your creations on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.


text: Los Angeles, California | Sunday, October 2nd, 2016 Review by Kimberly Annette Music breathes life into the world; it uplifts the spirit, helps to heal broken hearts and inspires romance. To come across new music that enchants the heart and fills the mind with beauty is indeed a precious find. The SoCal-based folk trio The Furious Seasons' new release Look West is such a find. Like the crisp air of a new spring day, as the sunrise of the dawn is cresting in the distance filling the sky with ribbons of pink, orange, and gold that illuminates the morning Look West engulfs the senses. With elegant two-part harmonies, mellifluous acoustic guitars, and the beautiful raw sound of stand-up bass, the fluidity created by David Steinhart (Acoustic Guitar, Lead Vocal), Jeff Steinhart (Standup Bass), and Paul Nelson (Acoustic Lead Guitar, Backing Vocal) is pure and real. The accomplished polish of music veterans is always a refreshing adventure in sound. Follow up to last years orchestrated My Love is Strong, Look West is The Furious Season 5th release. The change to the warmth of all-acoustic showcases the musical prowess and lyrical passion of the trio. The decision to make Look West all acoustic was born after playing several acoustic shows throughout Los Angeles and is Jeff's first time on a stand-up bass as well as the band's first at an entirely acoustic album. A remarkably brilliant outcome that makes Look West worth adding to one's music collection. Look West is scheduled for release on Friday, October 7th, 2016, but is available for purchase now on their website. The Furious Seasons follow up the release in support of Donovan's Sunshine Superman Tour on Saturday, October 8th at the Saban Theater in Beverly Hills. (See links below for more information). THE FURIOUS SEASONS | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | LOOK WEST SABAN THEATER TICKETS KIMBERLY ANNETTE | WEBSITE | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | INSTAGRAM THE FURIOUS SEASONS | LOOK WEST4.7Overall ScoreReader Rating: (1 Vote) Leave a Reply Cancel ReplyYou must be logged in to post a comment.


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Offered for sale is a fine early 19th century English oval paste portrait medallion mounted on a blue background. The medallion is enclosed under glass encased in a gilded frame with hanging ring.
The silhouette and frame are in very good condition.
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In Matthew 22:42 the Lord asked the question of questions: "…What do you think concerning the Christ? Whose son is He?…"
Though this question was directed at the questioning, argumentative Jewish scribes, it is a question that we must all answer. Who is the Christ? What is He to us? What relationship do you have to Him?
Well, if we take a look at Psalm 110 we find the highest revelation of this Christ, He is the King, He is the Priest, He is the Warrior, He is the Victor, and He is the Drinker.
However, what I took away from our brother's sharing regarding this Psalm wasn't so much how it is revealed, or even what it is, but it was the fact that these verses are and can be experiential to us.
As the King, God has made Christ to sit at His right hand. Psalm 110:1 declares, "Jehovah declares to my Lord,/ Sit at My right hand/ Until I make Your enemies/ Your footstool."
In Ezekiel 1:22, 26 we see the living creatures and a great sapphire throne, between them an expanse like crystal. This shows us that when we exercise to have nothing between the Lord and us by exercising to keep an open fellowship with the Lord and with the saints, by keeping our conscience pure before God and men, then the Lord is enthroned in our being. It is from this throne that the flow of life proceeds. This flow of life is the abundance of grace. When we receive the abundance of grace we are restricted in our being. It is then that we can touch the fourfold power of the Lord: the resurrecting power, the ascending power, the subjecting power and the heading up power. It is through this power that Christ's enemies are made a footstool for His feet.
In Ezekiel 47:1 we see the flow in the house of God. The flow involves two sides, the east, that of the rising of the sun indicating God's glory, and the south side, or right side of the house where was the altar signifing the highest position in the universe, the place of preeminence. God has given Christ the highest position, He is the King! What He requires now, as made evident by the altar in Ezekiel 47 verse 3 of Psalm 110, is our consecration.
Saints, we need to cooperate with Christ's heavenly ministry in the day of His warfare by presenting ourselves as freewill offerings to the Lord in the splendor of consecration and by being His young men who are to Him like the dew from the womb of the dawn.
We need to cooperate with Him by treasuring our time with the Lord. Our spirit, soul, and body belong to the Lord. He has bought us with a price. He loved us to such an extent that He gave Himself for us, and we are His, but what about our time? The statute regarding the burnt offering was that it was never meant to go out, it had to be kept burning morning by morning. So, do you treasure your time with the Lord? Do you set aside all other things and enter into your private room to allow the Lord the ground and room to work in you?
Oh Lord Jesus! I must confess that I still fall so very short of this! But I have been encouraged to come back to the Lord, to reconsecrate to the Lord, not to try to change something of what I am or what I am used to doing, not even to make a new year's resolution to be a more consecrated, cooperative person with the Lord, but simply to come back and like John Nelson Darby tell the Lord, "Lord, I still love You."
Saints, we need to be those coming back to the Lord again and again, early in the morning to contact the Lord and enter into the womb of the dawn. When we enter in, something is conceived within us, the refreshing watering dew for Christ's satisfaction. We become this dew and Christ in His coming back becomes the Drinker!
What a precious revelation, what a most high revelation. Christ enthroned in our being as the King of Kings flows within us to cause us to consecrate our being fully to Him. When we consecrate ourselves to Him by coming back to Him morning by morning, the dew is conceived within us for Christ's watering and satisfaction.
Oh Lord Jesus! Be enthroned in our being! Gives us the experience of the awesome crystal expanse with the sapphire throne above it. Be the faithful one in us that would flow us into the experience of consecration that we, Oh Lord, would be those who can satisfy Your thirst in the day of Your warfare.


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I am obsessed with everything Crew lately!! I think I missed my calling in life. I should have been a on a crew dance team, or a crew rowing team, or at least a member of a J Crew sales team. I like how crews and teams just go together–they promote cooperation! I must sheepishly admit that this obsession was brought about by the watching of Step Up 2: The Streets last weekend (my husband's idea BTW) followed by canoning down at the beach (ironically, this one was my idea). Alas, I think I am too old to start training to be on any of these teams, so I must settle for simply shopping at J Crew instead.


text: The cities of London, New York and San Francisco have all installed speedy bike lanes that encourage the use of carbon-free transportation. However if you're in Mexico and you want a bike lane, you have to build it yourself. A group of citizens/activists in Guadalajara, led by local teachers and students, decided to take matters into their own hands and painted in a 5 km bike line, bike stop boxes and added signs on a very busy section of road. Creativity, a lot of paint and many volunteers made this all possible.


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I have been incredibly busy this week preparing for the Mother's Day market tomorrow at St Ives, so sorry that I have not posted these sooner, but here they are.
The card above is the one I brought along to the day. I kept it very simple since I knew we had to make a lot of cards on the day.
This card by Rachel Capps is just beautiful. I love the colours, in fact I copied them for the class last week. Just wish I had inked the stamp up alittle more! Oh well..
This card by the lovely Michelle Knight is so pretty. Pink is so Michelle. It's such a cute use of the scallop envelope, and who knew the Cottage Garden flower stamp fitted so well in our five petal flower punch..... Well I didn't!
This card was designed by Angela Parker, whom alot of you know from the Saturday classes. such a great use of the chalks. I always love chalking, ......should do it way more often.
This card was designed by Jenny Blanch, a new member of my team, and one of the worlds nicest people. Love the colours - the new melon mambo and certainly celery. Just looks so fresh and happy.
This card was made by Cathy Knight. Cathy had only joined Stampin Up a few days before this event, so I was so impressed by this effort. I love the black inked card edges, and the use of the ribbon. Very clever.
This card was designed by Donna Orthorp. It's an easel card using the beautiful new papers from the Autumn mini. I have been giving easel cards out frequently to family members lately. It's nice to do something a little different from the norm.
Joanna, like myself has two boys, and is probably having to make lots of boy cards for all the parties they seem to get invited to almost every weekend.
I just love the Timeless Type alphabet die, such a classic font, that goes with almost anything and a very handy size. And love the new storage boxes!


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We wish Janet Jackson a very Happy Birthday
The American singer, song writer and actress Janet Jackson is born on 16 May, 1966. As she is the pop icon Michael Jackson's little sister, she had it in her genes to be a star. When she first entered the music industry, she was a young teenager who sang songs dedicated to young love. After ten years, her records became more provocative and sexual. She became the sex symbol every man dreamt of. Her brothers Michael and Jermaine were her primary influences who helped her to become a better vocalist.
Having sold over 140 million records, she is ranked as one of the best-selling artists in the history of contemporary music. The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) lists her as the eleventh best-selling female artist in the United States, with 26 million certified albums. In 2012, Billboard declared Jackson the seventh most successful female artist of the past twenty years, the ninth most successful overall, and was previously ranked second during the mid-decade. In 2010, the publication declared her as the fifth most successful R&B artist of the past twenty-five years. She is currently the third most successful artist on the Hot Dance Club Songs chart. Jackson has a total of five albums among the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's "Definitive 200 Albums", Rolling Stone's "500 Greatest Albums of All Time", and The Telegraph's "120 Essential Pop Albums", considered among the most influential in popular music.
Her Top 5 songs are:
1. Nasty
2. Rhythm Nation
3. That's the Way Love Goes
4. Together Again
5. All for You
We wish her a very Happy Birthday!


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Dedon979 Third Ave., nr. 59th St., Ste. 1115, in the Decoration & Design Building; 212-334-3345; dedon.us
This leader in bold outdoor-furniture design is especially famous for its nestrest, a hanging teardrop-shaped basket that's filled with cushions and perfect for summer-afternoon naps. $$$ (eco-friendly)
Gandia Blasco52 Greene St., nr. Broome St.; 212-421-6701; gandiablasco.com
The contemporary outdoor furniture here would be right at home in a Monaco manse, but it's just as appropriate on your roof deck or in your Brooklyn backyard. Don't miss the line of spaces, structures tailored to foster serene outdoor environments. $$$$ (consulting services)
GRDN103 Hoyt St., nr. Pacific St., Boerum Hill; 718-797-3628; grdnbklyn.com
There are plants of all kinds, plus high-end, aesthetically pleasing tools and accessories, like Ben Wolff and Campo de' Fiori terra-cotta pottery. $$
Green Depot1 Ivy Hill Rd., nr. Rewe St., Williamsburg; 718-782-2991; greendepot.com
This ecosuperstore supplies a range of organic, recycled, and sustainable options for the home. Most of the store's offerings combine practical and artistic sensibilities, like hand-loomed rugs in vibrant patterns made from natural fibers and low-impact vegetable dyes. $$ (eco-friendly)
Jamali Floral & Garden Supplies149 W. 28th St., nr. Seventh Ave.; 212-244-4025; jamaligarden.com
Jamali stocks a wide variety of garden products, from planters and bamboo fencing to the little shells you add for a bit of flair. $$ (eco-friendly)
McGuire Furniture200 Lexington Ave., nr. 33rd St., Ste. 101 in the New York Design Center; 212-689-1565; mcguirefurniture.com
McGuire sells a line of high-quality rattan and hardwood outdoor furniture with a California-casual vibe. It comes in dozens of colors and finishes, from oxblood to gold leaf. $$$
Sprout Home59 Grand St., nr. Wythe Ave., Williamsburg; 718-388-4440; sprouthome.com
A garden store for urbanites, Sprout specializes in space-saving planters and city-friendly plants to brighten up any indoor corner or available green patch. Home accessories like porcelain bowls and a lamp in the shape of a bunny round out the mix. $$ (consulting services)
Studio-Tag321 W. 44th St., nr. Eighth Ave., Ste. 200; 212-354-9255; studio-tag.com
Studio-Tag builds detachable glass partitions and LEED-certified wall systems, manufacturing all material within 500 miles of New York. Their hydroponic Greenwall series offers stunning living walls, maintained by automatic irrigation and water-reclamation systems. $$$-$$$$


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The Open MPI Team, representing a consortium of research, academic, and industry partners, is pleased to announce the release of Open MPI version 1.5.1. This release is a minor bug fix release over the v1.5 release. We recommend that all v1.5 users upgrade to version 1.5.1 when possible.
Version 1.5.1 can be downloaded from the main Open MPI web site or any of its mirrors (mirrors will be updating shortly). Here is a list of changes in v1.5.1 as compared to v1.5: 1.5.1 ----- - Fixes for the Oracle Studio 12.2 Fortran compiler. - Fix SPARC and SPARCv9 atomics. Thanks to Nicola Stange for the initial patch. - Fix Libtool issues with the IBM XL compiler in 64-bit mode. - Restore the reset of the libevent progress counter to avoid over-sampling the event library. - Update memory barrier support. - Use memmove (instead of memcpy) when necessary (e.g., source and destination overlap). - Fixed ompi-top crash. - Fix to handle Autoconf --program-transforms properly and other m4/configury updates. Thanks to the GASNet project for the --program transforms fix. - Allow hostfiles to specify usernames on a per-host basis. - Update wrapper compiler scripts to search for perl during configure, per request from the BSD maintainers. - Minor man page fixes. - Added --with-libltdl option to allow building Open MPI with an external installation of libltdl. - Fixed various issues with -D_FORTIFY_SOURCE=2. - Various VT fixes and updates. -- Jeff Squyres jsquy...@cisco.com For corporate legal information go to: http://www.cisco.com/web/about/doing_business/legal/cri/


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Hi everyone
Me again! It's my old next-door neighbours' 40th birthday today so of course I had to make a card for her. I decided to leave the 40 off of the front of the card, she will probably have enough cards with that on it. I'll just put some 40 sprinkles inside the card!
Here is the card and I've used an image from Wee Stamps this time - Wee Florist:-
Hopefully Denise will like it and I'm looking forward to going to her party on Saturday (night off from Slimming World -haha!)
Bye for now!
Lisa xx
Card Ingredients:-
Square card blank
Kraft card from stash
Patterned papers from Forever Friends Kraft Notes paperpad
Patterned ribbon & bow from Forever Friends Kraft Notes
White ribbon from Hobbycraft
Pearls and gems from stash
Flowers from Wild Orchid (and two from Karen!)
Dies - X-cut and Spellbinders, Tattered Lace Corner
Image - Wee Florist from Wee stamps coloured with Promarkers and Spectrum Noir pens (Spectrum FS1 FS2 FS3 BG3 BG5 DG1 DG2 EB2 TB3 HB1 BT1 Promarkers Ivory Vanilla Sandstone Caramel Cool Grey 1 Sunkissed Pink Coral Soft Green Blossom & Blender)
Entered into the Flowers challenge at http://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/
Entered into the Anything Goes challenge at http://divasbydesignchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/
Entered into the Anything Goes challenge at http://www.ladyanneschallenges.com/stamp-challenge.html
Entered into the use two or more patterned papers challenge at http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.uk/
Welcome to my Crafty Corner - card designs and other crafty bits and bobs made by me. Hope you like them. Please feel free to comment.
Wednesday, 18 September 2013
Happy Birthday - 40 today
Labels: Birthday, Wee Stamps
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Wow Lisa, This is stunning your neighbour will love it xReplyDelete
Pretty card, lots of flowers for the challenge at The Crafters Cafe,ReplyDelete
thanks for joining us.
Very sweet image, soft colors and some great papers = lovely card!ReplyDelete
Have a nice Sunday, Lisa... :)
This is fabulous. I love the cute image and the design and embellies are gorgeous.ReplyDelete
Thank you for sharing this with us at Diva's by Design.
Hugs Sharon. x
Gorgeous creation...thanks for playing with Divas by Design!ReplyDelete
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When he dropped me off for college at BYÜ freshmen year, he took me to the sign that says, "The world is your campus." As I read the sign my heart raced with excitement and anticipation, thinking that the world can really be my campus. But quickly my dad jolted me awake from my day dreaming by laughing while saying, "but for now, the campus is your world, and get used to it because you won't be leaving it soon."
Haha. Well, as true as "the campus being your world" feels when you are stuck in the center of campus, buried in homework, the world has been a campus for me more than I could have expected beginning my freshman year. I've been on a mission, taking me to Mexico City, Mexico to prepare me to go to the far more foreign... Hehe not.... Spokane, Washington. But I will say Spokane, Washington was quite diverse. I worked with Spanish speakers from fourteen different counties, plus rubbing shoulders with people from Brumah to the Marshall Islands and everywhere inbetween and beyond.
Well now, the world being my campus is taking on a whole new meaning. I am currently enrolled in classes at the BYÜ Salt Lake center. I'm expanding my campus world and it is so much fun!!!


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Cynthia - a song by Blue Rodeo
Cynthia - a song by Bruce Springsteen
Cynthia Mask - a song by Robyn Hitchcock
Where the Sidewalk Ends: Poems and Drawings (Shel Silverstein) - "If you are a dreamer, come in, / If you are a dreamer, / A wisher, a liar, / A hope-er, a pray-er, / A magic bean buyer …" Come in … for where the sidewalk ends, Shel Silverstein's world begins. You'll meet a boy who turns into a TV set, and a girl who eats a whale. The Unicorn and the Bloath live there, and so does Sarah Cynthia Sylvia Stout who will not take the garbage out. It is a place where you wash your shadow and plant diamond gardens, a place where shoes fly, sisters are auctioned off, and crocodiles go to the dentist. Shel Silverstein's masterful collection of poems and drawings is at once outrageously funny and profound. Recommended for ages 8-12.
Famous People Named Cynthia - Cynthia Ann "Cindy" Crawford (supermodel and businesswoman); Cynthia Ann Stephanie "Cyndi" Lauper (80s pop singer); Cynthia Nixon (actress); Cynthia Rowley (fashion designer); Cynthia McFadden (TV journalist); Cynthia Rylant (writer); Cynthia Gibb (actress); Cynthia Rothrock (MMA actress)
Famous People Who Named Their Daughter Cynthia - Joan Crawford (actress); John Cleese (actor/comic)
Cynthia - We cannot find any historically significant people with the first name Cynthia.


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Luongo's return can't save Canucksby Brian Hunter
Luongo returned to the lineup Thursday night after an eight-week absence, but Joakim Lindstrom beat him 1:05 into the game for his first of two goals as the Phoenix Coyotes extended the Canucks' home losing streak to six with a 4-1 victory.
While all the focus was on Luongo, the Coyotes got a strong effort from Ilya Bryzgalov in moving into a tie with Vancouver and Anaheim for fifth in the conference. Bryzgalov turned aside 31 shots while Keith Yandle and Peter Mueller also scored.
"His first game back, we knew we had to get pucks on him," said Yandle, who also had an assist. "And he was battling a groin injury, so just tried to get him to move all night and just get as many pucks on him as we could."
At the time Luongo injured his groin, in the first period of a Nov. 22 game against Pittsburgh, he was off to one of the best starts of his career, leading the League with five shutouts. He yielded two goals on 11 shots in each of the first two periods against the Coyotes before finishing strong with 10 saves in the third.
"It was a rough start," said Luongo, who missed 24 games. "Obviously, I wasn't feeling that comfortable at the start of the game but I think halfway through the second period I started feeling at little bit more comfortable."
Daniel Sedin's 22nd goal of the season with 8:58 remaining kept the Canucks from being shut out but couldn't prevent another disappointing effort on their own ice. The current skid matches Vancouver's longest ever at home, initially set during the franchise's inaugural season in 1970-71.
Lindstrom, who wasn't even on the Coyotes' roster six weeks ago, owned the first period, beating Luongo twice and coming within a nice blocker save of a hat trick.
Luongo didn't see a shot over the first minute of play, but looked a bit awkward when Lindstrom scored from inside the right circle after being left unchecked. It didn't get easier after Mats Sundin was sent off for tripping and Lindstrom converted on the power play at 13:16. He collected a loose puck after Yandle's point shot deflected off him back into the middle and hit a wide-open net.
"He's one of the best goalies in the world, if not the best, but if you are gone for that amount of time it's always hard to come back," Lindstrom said. "Our game plan was to put pucks to the net and go to the net."
Lindstrom now has seven goals in 17 games since coming over from Anaheim in a deal for minor leaguer Logan Stephenson on Dec. 3.
Phoenix continued to pour on the offense against Luongo. He benefitted from a pair of hit posts by Enver Lisin and Shane Doan, but Yandle made it 3-0 at 2:22 of the second with a screened shot from along the right boards. Mueller then cashed in off another power play at 8:34 when the Canucks left him unchecked off the faceoff and he was able to drive the net for a shot between Luongo's pads.
Sedin's goal in the third bounced in off the leg of Phoenix defenseman Zbynek Michalek, a rare break for Vancouver but hardly enough to make a difference on this night.
"Our confidence is being tested right now, our character is being tested, our leadership group is being tested," coach Alain Vigneault said. "Obviously, Roberto would have liked to come in and probably have that first save and be a difference like he always was. He played a good game, made some great saves. We didn't give him the help we're supposed to give our goalie to be successful."
"It was real important for us," Doan said. "We had a great record last year on the road -- I think we were fourth in the league -- so we know we are capable of doing it. Our road record has slipped and we have to find a way to be better and we will."
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While the shift is a blow to Ammirati -- Compaq accounted for nearly half the revenues of the agency's direct unit -- it keeps the business in the family; both Ammirati and Draft are owned by Interpublic Group of Cos.
Some 55 staffers of Ammirati's direct unit will follow Compaq's business over to Draft. The marketer and agencies have been negotiating the shift for several weeks (AA, July 27).
"We're moving an entire account and entire account team en masse," said W. David Vining, Compaq's director of advertising and direct marketing, North America. "It's a good testament to the confidence we have in those people."
Draft will be responsible for direct mail, DirectPlus print ads and TV spots selling Presario PCs directly to consumers.
Draft began buying direct response TV for Compaq in July, and currently does work for Compaq in Paris, Switzerland and Australia.
Although the new work is a U.S. assignment, Mr. Vining said it's possible Compaq will sign on with Draft in other overseas markets.
"Draft is a much more vibrant player [than Ammirati] in the direct marketing business," Mr. Vining said. "The opportunity is there" for Draft to expand its relationship in other countries.
The future of the direct account was thrown into doubt in early June, when DDB Needham Worldwide, New York, won the general advertising assignment. Mr. Vining, who then ran direct marketing and has since added responsibility for traditional advertising, at the time stressed to Ammirati Direct that Compaq was entirely pleased with its work.
But many Ammirati staffers were nervous, no doubt in part because of ill feelings between Ammirati and Compaq management following the split. DDB Needham executives, meanwhile, were believed to be wooing the direct business; the agency denied that however.
Mr. Vining said the shift to Draft first came up in a brainstorming meeting he had with Robert Solomon, president of direct and interactive marketing for Ammirati.
Why would Mr. Solomon pave the way for half his business to exit? "True to form, his client's needs come first," said Mr. Vining.
Mr. Solomon, couldn't be reached for comment at press time.
But raising the idea of moving the business to Draft was also pragmatic: Mr. Vining said Compaq had quietly compiled a list of direct shops without account conflicts, including Draft.
"The list was fairly short," he said. "There aren't many agencies that would be able to handle this."
Compaq talked with DDB Needham's Beyond DDB, but decided it was too small.
Executives at Ammirati, Draft and Interpublic either declined comment on the shift or didn't return phone calls last week.
Ammirati's largest remaining direct client is Ameritech. Others include United Parcel Service, Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical Corp.'s women's health group, Lego Systems and Goldman Sachs & Co. The unit will have about 75 staffers after the Compaq team departs.
Mr. Vining said that while Compaq was happy with Ammirati's direct work, the relationship probably wouldn't have made sense long term.
Ammirati at some point "will go get a technology account on the general side. The second they do, they'll fire us," he said.
"This is just a much cleaner way to do it to protect our interests short term and long term," he added. "We keep the professionals, we get more resources, those people keep their jobs and we ensure synergy with the Needham work. It feels like a win-win-win all the way around."


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Artists are just children who refuse to put down their crayons.
-Al Hirschfeld
Today I started my unofficial art club with the late students after school today. All of it is word of mouth but news spreads fast in the cafeteria. Children will just gravitate to where the drawing is happening and ask for whatever paper and pencils that I might have. We have the quietest table in the cafeteria. It almost seems like it's a group meditation session where all the kids are lost in the trance of creating.
Sometimes it drives me nuts how schools cut Art programs the second there is an economic crisis. The Arts are just as important to the culture of our country as much as the psychological well-being of those who create it. Happier, well-adjusted people mean fewer crimes.
As a NYC resident, I can't help but notice how the arts are directly responsible for the tourism industry and the economic growth of any given community. Take The Gates installation in Central Park by Christo and Jeanne-Claude in February 2005. It took several naysaying, short-sighted mayors before one finally approved it's installation which brought a huge amount of tourism during one of the coldest winters ever in New York. So, how is Art not valuable to this countries' economic growth? The Arts are just as important as, say, Math. They'd never cut Math from the curriculum! They shouldn't cut the Arts either.
So, that's my rant today. I wanted to help fund some of the artistic efforts in economically depressed neighborhoods. I felt inspired to donate to a non-profit organization called Art and Scraps in Detroit that collects materials for children to make found art. Found Art is basically creating sculptural art out of material that is found. Click HERE to check out the fundraising efforts of this organization. I really believe that investing in any of their Art programs will foster some promising talent and help the economy rebuild itself. I mean, look at Barcelona. They had the artist, Antoni Gaudi basically design the city. The result is a booming tourist industry.
If you're curious about what Found Art looks like, my suggestion would be to check out the artist, Vik Muniz. He has an award winning documentary called The Wasteland that's pretty moving. He uses garbage, sorry, ahem, recyclable materials in order to create amazing portraits. He sells the photos of them at auctions. Here's a look at the trailer…
So find an old pizza box, some old straws, or maybe a napkin and create some art on it today. Express your creative spirit whenever you can. One day, I believe it will make a difference to someone out there.


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What I wanted my resort collection to have was basically two things - romance and luxury. The inspiration board included a lot of typical sweet things such as butterflies and flower fields, which are translated into more tamed prints on few of the dresses and skirts. The other part is the 'live your life' one - colored aligator leather, luxurious accessories and red wine. Pure enjoyment translated into pastel colored clothes - both day and eveningwear. The collection includes a lot of 60s inspired shapes and minimalistic clothes along with several light gowns that will hopefully take your breath away.
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Lord Marrowgar is dead as of last week. Sadly, it was after his nerfs. I'm firmly of the belief we would have had him on his original mode, but what the hey. We'll take it. Subsequently, we got Lady Deathwhisper to 25% of her mana last week in phase 1, as well.
Seems the powers that be decided we've suspended raiding for the next two weeks due to the holidays. Thankfully, one of our tanks stepped up and posted an impromptu run for ICC 10 tomorrow night. It's listed as a rep farming run, which I hate. Kill the boss or get the fuck out of the instance. For me, rep is ancillary in an instance that represents progression. True, it's been a long while since we've seen a new rep associated with a new raid, but for chrissakes, that new ring ain't gonna make or break the raid.
So. Tomorrow, if we have the right peeps, we kill Marrowgar and Deathwhisper and then go strap on our rocket packs! If not, then I go farm herbs. Here's hoping we have 10 of our best :)
Merry Christmas to all.


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Friday, February 20, 2015
3 Tips For Staying Warm + Looking Cute
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Where I live in California, it does not snow. Your comfy outfit makes me wish that it snows, haha! People wonder how we can survive the cold in skirts and dresses. Tights are definitely the way to go :DReplyDelete
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Super cute! Love your tips, and you displayed all of them beautifully! Although here in Central Valley CA it's been in the 60s and 70s lately, I still appreciate these and hope to try them soon! Blessings!ReplyDelete
This outfit is adorable! We live in VA, so it "doesn't actually get cold here" (says my Mama, who was raised in ND ;) ), but I am cold by nature even in summer, so since October, 90% of my outfits have either been long sleeved or double layered, haha :). I also make sure to wear thicker skirts if I know its going to be colder than usual. I really don't dress any different to go out than I do in the house, except for maybe a pair of leggings. Here the past few days, though, we have had snow, and from the time I put my heavy sweater on to go outside with my siblings to the time I get ready for bed, that sweater hasn't come off, haha! We haven't gone out today, but I just told my sister I'm considering digging it out of the closet anyway... haha! It isn't baggie, but it's super warm, and fancy knit... it's awesome!ReplyDelete
Bri :)
- AnonymousFebruary 20, 2015 at 5:46 PM
Hi this is Cora. I live in Minnesota. The weather is very cold here!!! I love to wear fancy scarves to keep warm.ReplyDelete
Love this outfit! We've had wacky weather here in Ohio as well. People are rushing to stores to stock up because the forecast is predicting a very Wintery weekend. I actually haven't been to school all week- mostly due to the cold and snow. Ahh well- spring can't come soon enough!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 20, 2015 at 5:53 PM
This will really help because I live in Ontario and it is freezing here!!!! Thank you for your continual tips.ReplyDelete
Umm...lol! It's been gorgeous in Montana...ReplyDelete
Like 55deg!
It's cooling off, supposed to be a low of -2 tonight :/
Love your outfit! The only thing I would add is two pairs of socks work WONDERS! And also scarves are great to keep warm (not just the knitted, any kind works) and hats. Your head and neck actually keep a ton of hear on if you cover them.
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- lovepupFebruary 20, 2015 at 6:00 PM
HA!!! I live in MI and it's been -10ish lately :) BTW love the outfit!! :)ReplyDelete
I live in Southern California, so I keep "warm"most winters by wearing a sweater and boots. But it can get pretty cold here, so I wear the coat, the gloves, the whole kit and kaboodle! I barely bought a pair of fleece lined tights, and oh my gosh they are great! They keep me very warm and are so comfy!ReplyDelete
Hi! I recently found this blog through one of my friends. I really like it! I have been wearing leggings under skirts a lot lately. I only wear cotton leggings because it is already in the 60's here in Cali! lol :DReplyDelete
These tips are SO helpful, especially to one who lives in one of the coldest states (CT) right now! Thanks so much! You look beautiful, as always. I love how you always strive to find ways to look the most flattering no matter the circumstances (even crazy frigid temps).ReplyDelete
Cute outfit! I live in MN and lately we've been having below zero temps, so layers are a must! I usually wear warmer skirts with fleece leggings, and boots. Sweaters are also a must for staying warm! Do you have any tips for preventing skirts from sticking to leggings?ReplyDeleteReplies
A good slip, and/or more smooth/satiny leggings. Don't know if they're available fleece lined, though. I usually wear regular leggings (double if it's really cold) but with a fleece slip. I do have to put a regular slip both under and on top of the fleece slip to keep it from sticking to my skirt. But the slips are so thin that they barely add bulk, but are still really warm!Delete
I deal with this a lot, and a slip helps, and I use dryer sheets in laundry, and then static spray as I am getting dressed between skirt and leggings. I have heard that you can also sew weights in your hem to help in hang better, but haven;t tried. Those have all helped some.Delete
-Hannah Avery
Put lotion on your legs after you put tights on :) It kills a lot of static. And it feels so nice!!Delete
Bubbles and blessings,
- AnonymousFebruary 20, 2015 at 9:13 PM
U should do more outfit ideas with your camo skirtReplyDelete
Being from southwestern Ontario where the winter months make me want to wear my jeans and hoodies all the time, I really appreciate this post on how to stay warm and still dress in a feminine and modest way! Very cute. :)ReplyDelete
I love your boots! And the sweater! Wow...last pics had no snow! Now....you're getting it! It's melting here. :) Thanks for sharing Olivia!ReplyDelete
I live in Canada, and right now it's so cold but fleece lined tights are seriously the best thing ever! I wear them under skirts or pants.ReplyDelete
How cute! I will definitely be using those tips, as we have been freezing as well!ReplyDelete
Living in the upper Midwest, I've found that layers, thermals, and wool are my best friends during cold temps! Cashmere or lambswool sweaters/cardigans add additional warmth, while still looking classy and sophisticated with skirts. The cashmere or lambswool isn't as scratchy-itchy as normal wool, which is why I prefer it! They don't add too much additional bulk, either, when layered over a turtleneck, thermal shirt, or blouse. I've founds some pretty ones on sale over the years and have stocked up! Wool leg-warmers or knee-high socks over fleece-lined leggings/tights are also perfect for keeping the legs and feet warm in boots! I agree that scarves are a "must"! Ones that coordinate with your outfit are especially good because they can then be a stand-alone accessory to your outfit when not wearing a jacket!ReplyDelete
That is so cute, Olivia! Thanks for the great tips!ReplyDelete
Great tips Olivia--we've had single digit lows all week, and got 9" of snow today here in Maryland, so your tips come at the perfect time!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 22, 2015 at 2:27 PM
Awesome tips! I live in wisconsin where it is below zero. But, we don't have much snow right now. :(ReplyDelete
Thanks for the tips! Wow, it seems that everyone lives where it is cold! I live in sunny and warm Arizona. We are enjoying blue skies, 70-90 degree weather and some wind! :)ReplyDelete
- Bria from AustraliaFebruary 22, 2015 at 5:41 PM
Nice outfit. It's summer over here at the moment but in the winter I tend to go for tights or legging under a skirt. I find it much warmer and more comfortable than jeans. I agree with not wanting to look like a marshmallow. Fortunately where I live it usually not so cold that I have to wear to many layers. A nice coat with a defined waistline can help.ReplyDelete
Around here it's been -19 below. Layer up! :-)ReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 22, 2015 at 8:46 PM
Cute outfit Olivia!ReplyDelete
I live in the upper midwest and I will say this: fleece-lined leggings/tights are so warm and toasty. I also like to take advantage of sweater dresses this time of year. A nice sweater dress, fleece-lined tights/leggings, knee-high warm socks, and boots complete my winter ensemble. Layering with sweaters and cardigans also add warmth.
- Katie AFebruary 23, 2015 at 2:35 AM
This is my first winter in the PNW and it is very mild in comparison to what I am used to. Most days, I wear a knee-length skirt or dress; in the mornings, it can be chilly on the bare legs, so I sometimes add leggings (either 3/4 or full-length). In the Sierra Nevadas, my childhood home, five feet of snow is not too unusual (except for the past 4 years, which have been pathetically dry!); that's when I go for thick tights and tall boots! For layering...I don't layer too much under my snowcoat, but I have found that a toasty scarf can make all the difference!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 23, 2015 at 10:24 PM
I have that same cardigan!! :) Love the outfit. <3ReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 23, 2015 at 10:25 PM
oh, my name is Abigail, the one who said I have that same cardigan and I love your outfit.ReplyDelete
- Olivia LFebruary 25, 2015 at 12:44 PM
I love this blog! I live in Maine and it is below 0 here! Great tips and style while still keeping it modest!ReplyDelete
I live in Minnesota, so Winter tends to mean lots of layers! I love using scarves and knitted hats to jazz up an outfit and help keep me cozy.ReplyDelete
This is adorable and looks oh-so-cozy, too! Loving the color scheme. :) Thanks for the inspiration for these chilly winter days!ReplyDelete
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The Bottom Left/Middle Area of Shogun 2s Campaign Map User Interface is an elegantly designed, helpful popup filled, context sensitive area that displays key information about a players Navies, Armies, Agents, Construction, Recruitment and Battles options.
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All these design decision make this UI element a screen space efficient, compact, informative, aesthetically pleasing part of the campaign map that 'fits' well into its surroundings, and help build the experience of a general during the Sengoku Jidai..
Army Tab
The Army Tab displays information related to the selected army. The UI element is made up of a Dial and a Banner.
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- Teal – Army leaders name.
- Dark Blue – Arrows allowing cyclical cycling through units of the same type, in this case army.
- Purple – Army leaders image.
- Yellow – Disband button.
- Green – Chat.
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- The other side of the campaign map, the bottom right, features a stylistically similar dial.
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A blog about Mixed Media, Paper Crafts, Altered Art and bit of card making thrown in for good measure. You will also find the odd tutorial and giveaway.
Saturday, 12 March 2011
Bad Hair Day??
Anyway, this week over at Sweet Pea Stampers we want to see your SCALLOPS. I really hope that you'll be joining us.
Now I don't normally do scallops as they are just that little bit too frilly for me, so this was a real challenge. I don't think I did too badly, but have to say that I'm tempted to totally re-work this card as it's not one of my favourites - not sure what the problem is but it just doesn't feel right - maybe it was that haircut!
The scalloped shaped card was cut using Large Nestabilities.As previously mentioned I used Bad Hair Day by Lisa Victoria from Sweet Pea Stamps. The image has been coloured with Promarkers and then decoupaged onto the digital designer paper from Fred She Said. The fairies dress has been covered with Clear Star Sakura Gel Pen to try and give a really sheer translucent look to the skirt. Her wings have been coated with a thin layer of Stardust Stickles. The toadstool has had a coat of Glossy Accents and Picket Fence Stickles. The butterflies are from my most favoured punch at the moment Martha Stewart 3 in 1 Butterfly Punch and the gems are from my stash. The sentiment is from Craftwork Cards.
I've added this second photo to try and show the sparkle and shimmer on her skirt and wings. If you click the image to enlarge it you can just about see it.
I'd like to enter this card into the following challenges:
Creative Card Crew - No flowers
Flutterby Wednesdays - Photo inspiration - sky
Simon Says Stamp - Anything goes
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Totally Papercrafts - Shaped Cards
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This is beautiful Claire, can't imagine what you don't like, we are always our worst critics I think xxxReplyDelete
Gorgeous card Claire. The colouring is perfect and such a nice image. I would not even have known that you cut the hair, it certainly doesn't show!!ReplyDelete
oh this is great she is lovely had a giggle ar you giving her a hair cut xxReplyDelete
I think it looks great hun!ReplyDelete
Hi hunni now excuse what I'm about to say but what the hell are you on about why on earth dont you like this.....I think you may need to go spec-savers hun cus I think this is gorgeous I love the shape & the image is awesome. The best bit for me is its all about the image & all sweet pea deserve that so this really does rock. Its gorgeous in every way shug.ReplyDelete
Lotsa hugs Vicky xxx
I think it's beautiful & I can't see where you've cut her hair! Hope your son is feeling a lot better xxReplyDelete
hehe...love the haircut :)ReplyDelete
your coloration is great & even if you say you don't do scallops...you did them well :)
I think you are being to hard on yourself, I like it, especially the haircut.ReplyDelete
Well Claire, I think this is gorgeous.xxxReplyDelete
oh hun there is nothing wrong with this honest love the image and adore,the shape just love scalloped cirles,and squares,your coloring on this is great too,hugs cheryl xxxReplyDelete
Super card, smashing imageReplyDelete
Thanks for entering Totally Papercrafts
mandi x
Claire this is beautiful, I love the little butterflies :) xReplyDelete
Ooooh... lovely card, so cute!ReplyDelete
Gorgeous card and I really love the colours you've used.ReplyDelete
This is really lovely Claire, can't see the haircut at all. Love those little butterflies!ReplyDelete
Your card is adorable...and I don't see where the "hair cut" was botched....so it's all good! LOL!ReplyDelete
This is gorgeous hun. Thanks for joining us at Bearly Mine for our challenge this time. luv gina xxReplyDelete
This is gorgeousReplyDelete
Great card and gorgeous little image. Thanks for playing along at Magical Mondays.ReplyDelete
She looks like someone who has been naughty - I wonder what she is thinking - love it.ReplyDelete
Very beautiful! I have an award for you on my blogReplyDelete
Love the fairy's expression! Fabulous card! Thanks for playing along with my flutter by challenge!ReplyDelete
- Anonymous14 March 2011 at 07:09
I think this fairy is my fav, I just love her expression, why you don't like it is beyond me, this is brill hunReplyDelete
Love it!!!
What a wonderful card. Love everything about it. Thanks for playing with us over at BMC this week.ReplyDelete
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Beautiful cards, love the butterfly'sReplyDelete
It's so cute! What a lovely colours you have used…………… Thanks for joining us at Bearly Mine....ReplyDelete
Claire this is beautiful, I can't see anything not to like, I'd be very happy with it, then again we are always too critical of ourselves.ReplyDelete
Thanks for joining us at Simon Says Stamp
hugs Mandy xx
lol, this is so FUN ! nice colouring too Good luck in the challenges, hugs Sarah-Louise My BlogReplyDelete
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This is fab. I would never have known you had cut her hair! Love the colours you've used. xReplyDelete
Lovely card, my hair feels a bit like that sometimes!ReplyDelete


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A computer gamer, known as 'Kirito', gets stuck in 'Sword Art Online' along with one-thousand other players and in order to escape the game they all have to complete level one hundred. Before they are able to pass through a stage, players have to defeat the monsters on each floor but to do that they have to build up their skill levels first.
Along the way 'Kirito' meets Asuna and they work together to defeat the game and go back to there normal lives but others players aren't so keen on them getting out.
Good points:
The series kept me hooked even though a lot of the fights you could swear you'd seen before earlier on in the anime. The artwork was good and the dubbing kept in time with their mouths. It didn't swear too much although I would be lying if I said it didn't curse at all. Characters changed their personalities a lot in it which I found interesting because it kept me wondering what they would do next.
Bad Points:
The series dragged on a bit, and some episodes did seem extremely similar to one another and I got a little bit bored of that, although I can't say I didn't enjoy Sword Art Online. Hearing characters say the same things over and over again did make it slightly less enjoyable. There was one scene near the end which I skipped as I found it a little bit disturbing for my age.
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