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Jody Paulsen's describes his first solo show Pushing Thirty as "millenial approach to becoming an adult". Beneath its playful veneer lies a nuanced meditation on ageing that situates time as a material commodity inherent in Jody's production.
Jody is the definition of a millennial (the generation born after 1982 who came of age at the dawn of the new millennium) – he was born in 1987 and will turn 30 in October this year. Yet in this show we do not see a sentimental coming of age story, but are rather presented with Jody's means of understanding the contemporary culture that informs his practice. "I've never thought about making work that looks laboured" Jody confesses, suggesting that his interests lie more in the intersecting processes of patterning and composition. In retrospect however, he adds that the works themselves reveal the "love of hours of solitude" evident in their production.
"These represent the past five years of my twenties" he says speaking of his enormous collages; "listening to podcasts, watching series and glueing spots".
His material labour comes to reflect the consequence of time. It is not the subject of this new body of work, but rather the means that Jody uses to situate himself at its centre. To merely see these works in the terms set by their surface would be to undermine the socio-political nature of their content.
Instead it is necessary to see them as the extension of how Jody locates "the self as fictional character" within the exhibition as a whole. In Emotional Ninja, Jody uses this protagonist to explore the way in which "millennial's approach adulthood" and "relationships in your twenties" where "you fall harder but at the end you don't really change". Here we are confronted with an inner voice that parodies the millennial experience as a way of making sense of the emotional conflicts of youth. Jody is careful to emphasise that these works are "honest" more than "confessional". "Maybe you can call it sharing… but it's not Tracey Emin" he says, adding that "I'm not the only 29 year old watching Netflix, mainlining Afghan Kush, sometimes afraid to go outside" referencing the title piece of this show.
This is an important distinction because it presents the flip side of millenials' relationship to social media where "people are far more confessional on Instagram or Facebook than they are in real life". Jody sees the work as an embodiment made in the "spirit of now" that reveals a parody of himself as the "perennial millineal" coming to terms with living and aging through this mediated existence. These are elaborate memes coded by experience and imbued with personal significance. "I'm not a political artist" Jody maintains, "but sometimes I read The Economist or meet somebody that sends me on a tangent". Evidencing this is his series of illustrated coat of arms, which subvert the fascist LGBT laws of countries such as Uganda and Jamaica. Appropriating these insignia, Jody turns them into a utopian vision of a "homotropical" paradise that celebrates rather than derides sexual differences. Similarly, the celebration of 'the self' finally comes together in his series of photographic compositions where the audience is given a glimpse of Jody's body in the flesh.
Adorned by his hand-cut fabrics, in a felt filled jungle, we see his figure abstractly performing the character described in his textual murals. Inhabiting the space between object and subject, his form now physically embodies the work as a living testament of time. Pushing Thirty is the first installment in the chronicle of a self professed millennial and his negotiation with the boundaries of age and the limits of making.
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The Dark Knight Rises, the third part of Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy, has become the most successful for overseas box office.
The much anticipated blockbuster's total overseas takings hit $488.6 million (£309m) from 61 markets, according to Boxoffice Mojo http://boxofficemojo.com/news/?id=3505&p=.htm.
Its domestic takings have exceeded $400m, leaving its total takings just $100m shy of the $!bn mark, with the Chinese and Italian box offices still to play for.
The overseas total already trumps the massive success of The Dark Knight (2008), which brought in overseas takings of $469.7m.
Overall the final Batman film, starring Christian Bale as the caped hero and Tom Hardy as muscular villain Bane, appears set to come close to matching the success of Marvel's Avengers Assemble and reach $1bn.
The Dark Knight Rises has seen its best overseas success in the UK, with takings of $77.8m.
It appears that US audiences were not dissuaded from seeing the film by the tragic events in Colorado, when James Holmes is alleged to have murdered 12 people in a gun attack during a midnight premier in Aurora.
The Dark Knight Rises is ranked sixth in the US box office, with the top spot taken by Expendables 2, which made $28.8m in the domestic box office on its opening weekend.


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Sunday, February 27, 2011
Scott Cairns, Jonathan Potter, et al.
Dappled Things darling Jonathan Potter will have a poem read on "Writer's Almanac" this Monday. Congrats!
This is a nifty video. A mix of improv'd poetry, dance and music. The dancers wore sensors which triggered the flights of projected words.
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Thanks Meredith! Nice blog.
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Have you ever seen yourself in a mirror and feel like there is just something that is missing? Your clothes look great, your socks match, and your shoes are on the right feet, but something is off. The solution to your problem is probably good jewelry. Even a simple piece of jewelry can unite your outfit together.
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Wear the jewelry piece for a day so that it fits right and if it hangs right. This can also help you know how the piece is durable enough to last.
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Rep. Maxine Waters: "All hands on deck" against Trump
Gov. Gavin Newsom endorses Kamala Harris for president
Spike Lee talks BlacKKKlansman, Virginia, and more
Mueller wins Roger Stone gag order, moves to sentence Manafort
Bill Weld launches exploratory committee, mulls primary run against Trump
Did Kanye misfire with Kenny G valentine? Senator weighs in
Ret. Lt. Col to GOP: Confronting Trump is not Omaha Beach on D-Day
Judge imposes 'partial gag order' on Roger Stone
Mueller prosecutors recommend 19-24 years in Manafort case
House Judiciary Dems announce investigation in Trump's National Emergency
Republicans have changed their stance on national emergencies
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Ryan: Tax breaks to Amazon are 'race to the bottom'
Tim Ryan: 'Strongly considering' 2020 run
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'Our president is an idiot': Trump facing backlash from both sides over emergency declaration
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Trump falsely claimed Obama was considering war with North Korea
O'Donnell: President Trump began speech with his personal highlight reel
Did New York make a mistake by pushing Amazon's HQ2 out?
Senator pushes back against national emergency
Sustained opposition leads Amazon to exit NY plan
The president is the national emergency: Robinson
Trump set to declare emergency; what happens next?
Dems blast Trump's plan to declare a national emergency for border funds
Lawrence's Last Word: the candidates vote
McCabe: Sessions said FBI was better off when it hired drunk Irishmen
Trump to declare a national emergency over the wall
Chris Hayes: For Trump, the wall was never really the issue
Tiny detail raises new questions about Mueller mystery case
Trump faces steep opposition to border emergency declaration
Democrats make clear Trump's emergency plan won't come easy
Democrats announce plans for early debates in 2020 campaign
Malcolm Nance: Paul Manafort is a Russian asset. We know that.
McCabe says DOJ officials discussed removing Trump after Comey firing
Rattner breaks down impact of SALT deduction cap
Borrowing from Hillary Clinton, Trump says we're 'stronger together'
New details on Manafort meeting with Russia may be key for Mueller
Senate Russia investigators nearing end of probe after 2 years
AMI is 'extorting' Bezos: former federal prosecutor
What we know about the Feds' investigation of Trump's inauguration
House Dems are launching investigations. Here's what it means for Trump.
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Federal prosecutors subpoena docs from Trump Inaugural Committee
Growing calls for Virginia governor to resign over racist yearbook photo
Trump says he never talked to Roger Stone about Wikileaks
Christie isn't at all curious about the Russians at Trump's 2016 RNC
Insider: Why Mueller is probing a firm that 'war-gamed' meddling
Russia's long history of trying to support American candidates, and polite refusals
Cliff Sims: I never felt like I was asked directly to lie
'Team of Vipers' writer: Trump can be very likable
New reports detail contact Trump 2016 campaign had with Russians
Trump's acting AG says he thinks Mueller probe is nearly done
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'I love semicolons'; Grammarian releases new style book
Senator pushes back against national emergency
Starting war with Iran would be 'suicidal': foreign minister
'Master Plan' author on how he leads by example
Sustained opposition leads Amazon to exit NY plan
The president is the national emergency: Robinson
The need for Dems to appeal to heartland voters
Looking to Spiro Agnew case when considering Barr
Why gun reform laws are personal for one representative
Announcing the release of 'Earn It'
This is about white nationalism: Rev. Barber on border policy
Sen. Merkley: This deal is probably best that could be done
South Bend mayor makes his case for 2020
Rattner breaks down impact of SALT deduction cap
GOP shows double standard in condemning anti-Semitism
Big win for Mueller probe as judge rules Manafort lied
Joe: Dems can't afford more unforced errors
Acting defense secretary heads to NATO summit
Breaking down the Senate Intel Russia probe
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Trump asks Americans to abandon truth with daily, petty lies
Democrats announce plans for early debates in 2020 campaign
Democrats make clear Trump's emergency plan won't come easy
Trump faces steep opposition to border emergency declaration
Tiny detail raises new questions about Mueller mystery case
Mueller extends winning streak as judge blows up Manafort deal
Manafort may have lied to stay in Trump's good graces: Schiff
Schiff: Mueller findings 'too big to be swept under the rug'
Manafort facing significant prison time for breaching plea deal
House Judiciary passes first major gun violence bill in decades
Shameless Trump favor for donor threatens to normalize corruption
Booker brings unique energy, optimism to 2020 race
Booker sees path to getting things done despite D.C. cynicism
Booker calls out broken U.S. criminal justice system
Booker 'looking to women first' as running mate if nominated
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Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day went great. We'd had our V-day decorations up since we'd taken Christmas down. So, needless to say, I was pretty tired of looking at them ;)
Amos got to make his own mailbox for school. He let Maggie help him glam it up, it was super sweet. Despite the look on his face, he was really excited about it:
After school, I thoroughly enjoyed hearing the kids going through their valentines and showing each other their loot. They were both so excited that their friends made them valentines and read each one and each kid's name carefully.
The kids were going through their stuff in the back of the car while I was driving down a super windy road, when out of nowhere Amos started to scream bloody murder:
"There's blood, there's blood!!!! Stop the car!!!"
While trying to get over the shock of him spontaneously starting to bleed and his hysterics, I couldn't get the car pulled over. Maggie, thankfully, was as cool as a cucumber. I heard her say,
"It's ok, I have a bandaid, I can get it."
Sure enough, she produced a bandaid and put it on Amos. Once he could no longer see his own blood, he was perfectly fine. Turns out someone had stapled something to their valentine and Amos caught the staple reaching his hand into his bag. And that bandaid that Maggie masterfully produced? Also a valentine. Thank you to that kid.
For our family valentine's day the kids and I made Eric blackberry jam (one of his favorite things) and got him a "What does the fox say?" t-shirt (still so funny to us!). I got the kids chapstick (they are always asking for it???) and some lego minifigures. Eric sent all of the girls some flowers. The kids embellished our little present pile with some of their own belongings and it was perfect.
Grammy and Grampy visit
Even though we "just" saw them in December, it felt like a really long time since we'd seen my parents. We were so glad they came for a visit. My Dad had a little car project to work on while he was here and Grammy helped me with just about everything. She even came to a kids' birthday party with me! I only got one picture while they were here, but it's a good one:
I am just sad I missed the part where Maggie's friend that was over was also sitting on Grammy's lap. She's a good Grammy to visitors too ;) It was great having them, and we're all still having withdrawals.
More bloody murder screaming
As we were rushing out the door to dance class this week, Amos rushed a little too much and wiped out onto his face. He handled it like a crazy kid and shrieked like he's never shrieked before. When all was said and done, all he had to show for it were a couple minor scrapes and a wiggly baby tooth. Whew.
Knee-length Shorts
At Costco the other day, I found a stack of knee-length shorts for little girls. I honestly thought that was something I would never come across here. I bought a couple pairs for the girls and brought them home and put them in their drawers. The very next day Maggie came out sporting hers:
Pretty good little outfit she put together.
And then there was Audrey's take on them:
She's awesome and wants to be just like Maggie.
18 month check-up
We all took Ward to the doctor. He did great. He's average all around ;) He got one shot and didn't scream at all. He just looked at me all like, "What the heck?" when the nurse poked him.
Also, Amos dressed himself this day. He did a great job!
Family Dates to PF Chang's
We're still feeling pretty homesick for Utah, and have been reaching out for places that make us feel at home. PF Chang's is one of those places. The one in Bellevue is so family friendly (which is something I don't feel a lot here) and the kids love the food. And the coloring. And the lazy susan.
We're going strong with the Lego building and playing around here. We got to go see the Lego movie before it even opened courtesy of Amazon, and "everything is awesome" ever since ;)
That tall tower? That's "Internet for the people."
The girls have amassed a panda bear minifigure army. It's awesome. Like everything.
Power Outages
If you're my facebook friend, you may notice I seem to be talking about our power being out a lot. It is. The main culprit? Trees. They fall down here. Into the roads and onto the power lines.
Boy in the Yard
We let Wardie out into the yard "by himself" the other day. We were all standing at the door watching, but he never even looked back. He was off with his football to run with the chickens. He's an outdoor boy.
"I'm going with the chickens, mom."
In case you're wondering, he's wearing a painting smock backwards over his jammies. I don't know why.
So, that's February. Bring on March! I don't know how much longer I can hold off Maggie from decorating for St. Patrick's Day.


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My good friend at the Union Gospel Mission, Dave Johnson, has been coordinating their Friday morning breakfast for the homeless. Dave, or… Big Dave as he is more commonly known, is a recent graduate of the Lifechange program at UGM. (Watch his story below)
On Friday mornings, Big Dave and the team down at UGM serve on average 150-160 meals. (This just in: UGM served 187 meals on 1/20/11)
I recently spoke with Dave about the cost for continuing such an incredible outreach and was stunned at how much they can get out of such little investment.
On average, total cost per plate comes to just .93.
So, in essence, to feed 150-160 people each Friday morning costs just that… $150.00!!
That is incredible!
Recently, as the economy has been on what seems to be a non stop downward spiral, Oregon remains amongst the highest of unemployment rates across the nation.
The results of this have made themselves known at the mission in two distinct ways…
Demand is up, while giving is down.
Matter of fact, from August 2009 to August 2010, the demand rose 62%, while donations were down 12%.
Along with high unemployment, Oregon has also ranked within the top five hungriest states in the nation with about 13.9% of households suffering food insecurity.
Simply put, the line up of folks needing a warm meal has increased to people who never thought they would find themselves in that line. Of course, who really does? Many are down to a sofa in an empty apartment after losing their jobs over the past few years and hanging on to every last thing they own.
In this, the recent economic problems have plagued all people from all backgrounds. It has been no respecter of previous accomplishment.
With this, it is all the more reason to help offer these meals as well as the other incredible support to the community that Union Gospel Mission offers.
In this, the need is simply not just a November through December thing. Sadly, it is a year round thing.
For $150, you can provide 150-160 meals on a Friday morning. Essentially, that's a dollar for change.
Currently, Big Dave is looking to partner with someone like you or your business/place of worship/group of friends to help sponsor these meals. In this, you may consider sponsoring one Friday per month for the entire year or maybe just sponsoring one Friday all together. For $150, that's a lot of change!
As Big Dave both partners with local businesses and people like you, together, you can both make a difference in the lives of many throughout the entire year.
And who knows, it might just be that one meal that changes one life in saying… no matter where you come from or how you got here… You matter. You are valued.
Please help by sharing this note to your friends and community. Perhaps in that, someone might step up and say… I'm in. I'll take a Friday.
Together… we can take a dollar and make change.
If you are interested in sponsoring a Friday, please contact Big Dave at:
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Costa-Gavras, France 2012 [15] EST, 114 mins
From legendary Academy-Award-winning writer/director Costa-Gavras comes a fast-paced, darkly-comic, suspenseful drama set in the high stakes world of global finance. When the CEO of France's Phoenix Bank collapses on a golf course, Machiavellian young executive Marc Tourneuil (Gad Elmaleh) is crowned as his replacement. A whirlwind of ruthless ambition, power struggles, greed and deception ensues as Tourneuil's brutal ascent is jeopardized by a hostile takeover attempt from a large American hedge fund led by Dittmar Rigule (Gabriel Byrne), erotic distractions from international supermodel Nassim (Liya Kebede), and adversaries with an agenda for destruction. Capital is a pointed commentary on how the world of contemporary capitalism plays itself out across the global finance stage.
Nominations and a win at Munich Film Festival 2013 and San Sebastian International Film Festival 2012
Discussion led by Gail Cartmail, Assistant General Secretary of Unite the union and John Green, journalist and former documentary filmmaker.
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Screenings are at Bolívar Hall, 54 Grafton Way, London W1T 5DL.
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Bigger is better? Not for this spectacle of art.
This aesthetic focuses on the art form of regular everyday things in an irregular size – specifically, incredibly small. These tiny replicas, despite being tiny, manage to draw in more attention than it they do at their regular size. For example, yesterday's lunch? Already forgot. But take a gander at these miniature foods created from polymers and clay. Most of these are creations available on etsy, but these wonders are free to gazed at in awe.
The New Diet: One Turkey, 10 calories! …if it were edible. [1]
The type of sushi I can afford [1]
Food is one the most common miniaturized items popularized on etsy, pininterest, and tumblr. Often they are sold as jewelry such as cheesecake dangling from earrings, or a string of doughnuts on a necklace. However, nearly anything small has the aura of this cute aesthetic. Mini books, games, boats, vehicles, trees… There are multitudes upon multitubes of examples of miniature replicas with this aesthetic. Most of these can be found in doll houses, but doll houses are their own form of aesthetic.
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*I would like to note that the mini playstation even has a youtube video of its creation.
All we need is a tiny screen and it's game on.[2]
And you thought normal origami was hard. [3]
I don't even know how to regular-size crochet. [4]
Here is a shout-out to an incredible creation where one artist used the tips of pencils to make miniature carvings. Since these are carved by hand, these pencils are also extremely delicate. Tools need to be specialized for their creation, and often magnifying glasses may need to be worn to simply even make sure the curve is to scale. One especially amazing thing this artist accomplished was carving chains from the graphite since he had to literally carve the chains to be connected rather than carve out the individual links and piece them together.
I don't even have anything witty to say for this caption. Check out the link for more of this art, it's amazing. [5]
So far all of the examples have been items or products. However, tiny things are not limited to just inanimate objects – even small animals carry the aesthetic of being, well, small. Often baby animals are adored for their small size. Considering deeper, perhaps small things carry a wisp of that innocence associated with babies and newborn creatures. We as humans like to protect the young, vulnerable, and innocent – perhaps we are prone to cherishing small items also due to this subconscious association? While you're thinking, feel free to be distracted by these tiny animals.
Honestly I never thought I would say "awwwww" to a snake. But…. awwwwww. [6]
Tiny objects aren't just an aesthetic – they are also pop culture. A meme stemmed from unusually small objects popularized on the internet goes "What is this? A ____ for Ants?". The origin of this meme is from the movie Zoolander when the character Derek Zoolander says, "What is this? A center for ants?". [7] This quote become parodied across the internet as a comment toward any tiny replica of a normally larger item, except the word center is replaced by the item name. The subreddit /r/thingsforants is named after this meme but also contains posts and submissions from reddit users of their own photos of tiny things. If you haven't had your fill of tiny things, feel free to roam the top of that subreddit.[1] http://geyserofawesome.com/post/90771590487/the-department-of-teeny-weeny-wonders-cant-stop [2] Mini Playstation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fxqGocd7FsM [3] http://www.theredheadriter.com/2012/02/nano-origami-by-artist-anja-markiewicz/ [4] https://www.etsy.com/listing/247917369/micro-octopus-stuffed-animal-tiny?ref=shop_home_active_14 [5] http://creativepool.com/magazine/inspiration/incredible-lead-pencil-sculptures.2235 [6] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=apLcA9nANy0 [7] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQ-8IuUkJJc (What is this? A reference for ants?)
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[…] hope to made something that really looks good. Beyond that, I am hoping to incorporate a bit of The Aesthetic of Really Small Things as well as aspects of the fine woodworking/woodcarving aesthetic and the aesthetic of fine wooden […]
I really enjoyed this post! Have you heard of the movie Tiny Furniture? One of the characters in that movie is a photographer that creates tiny home sets to use in her photography. I actually was gifted a tiny chair from one of my friends. It is extremely detailed for how small it is.
I think that that precision plays a huge role in the perceived quality of a work of art. Realism was all about that, using precision to capture authentic forms. High quality machinery, furniture, sculpture and models all value precision to produce their fidelity to an ideal. When one can take the precision of capturing an object accurately, all the while scaling it down to a level that normal human precision fails, I think it creates a really impressive aesthetic where craftsmanship and commitment to the subject are pushed to the limit.
Also, there is something called tilt-shift photography. It's an art of taking pictures of normal subjects and adjusting focus and color such that they appear to be models.
There is an artists' association for this : http://www.igma.org/, the International Guild of Miniature Artisans!
This is so cool! I can't imagine the time and patience it would take to craft one of these pieces, especially the pencil ones. Wow. The level of detail, the lack of mistakes. The artists must need to use a microscope to make some of these things.
Tiny animals, of course, are so cute! My favorite small animal has to be the elephant shrew. I wouldn't categorize them as tiny, but they are certainly small. Also, baby fish. I like the baby cichlids, as they look exactly like their parents, but like they've been hit by a shrink ray.
Rena, I love your sense of humor, use of appropriate images to your post, and detailed explanation of the aesthetic of small things. It is incredible to think about how much detail goes into these tiny projects, and it is both the simplicity but also complexity of these tiny things that make them so aesthetically pleasing to the eye. I absolutely hate snakes, and I thought "awww" when I saw that image as well. I think as humans we like to care for things and people, and we especially love "little" things (like babies and puppies). Possibly this could be the reason why they are so aesthetically pleasing to us, because we find them cute 🙂 This reminded me of those miniature dolls that can stack inside eachother: you keep pulling them apart, thinking there won't be one that's any smaller and at last you come to the smallest possible doll you didn't think was possible.


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I'm in Sacramento this week for work, and with some Googling, I found
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Océ customers report success using HumanEyes for Lenticular Work
Monday, September 14, 2009
Press release from the issuing companyCHICAGO - Océ Arizona Series UV flatbed printer customers continue to expand their repertoire of print offerings to include Lenticular and 3D special effects with HumanEyes Producer3D, the complete, end-to-end lenticular workflow solution. The Océ Arizona 250 GT and Océ Arizona 350 XT printers have been certified for use with HumanEyes lenticular technology. Demonstrations of the Océ Arizona 350 XT printer for producing lenticular applications can be seen at PRINT 09 at the Océ booth # 1863.
According to Dante DiPasquale, Senior Director Business Development for Océ Display Graphics Systems, "The Océ Arizona 250 GT and Océ Arizona 350 XT printers offer extremely high print quality and the ability to print on a range of rigid materials. When combined with HumanEyes Producer3D, print shops can promote lenticular printing as a point of differentiation. We are very pleased to be demonstrating the Océ Arizona 350 XT printer's capability to produce lenticular images at PRINT 09."
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HumanEyes LensFree is an additional module within the HumanEyes Producer3D solution that allows users to create stunning backlit applications - totally lens free,
DE GROUP recently collaborated on a project commissioned by DDB on behalf of McDonald's Australia for a stand-out advertising solution for bus shelters in order to promote its new ''McDonald's 24 hour store'' concept. The project imagined by DDB featured a flip effect based on 2 images: passers-by could see a young man yawning and then eating a hamburger.
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"Over the years we've had many customer requests for lenticular. As a result of HumanEyes Producer3D, we are pleased to now be able to offer these capabilities to our customers; becoming the first lenticular printer in Switzerland." says Reynald Krähenbühl, SWISS GRAFIK SA. "I also recommend the two-day training supplied by HumanEyes, which was very comprehensive with follow-up that is truly noteworthy.''
Krähenbüh explains that he purchased his Océ Arizona printer at DRUPA where he also discovered HumanEyes. Within two weeks, he acquired HumanEyes Producer3D software. At the beginning, the intention was to use the solutions to produce lenticular faces for watches. However,, ultimately he decided to specialize in producing lenticular postcards and interior decorations for offices and trade show booths. To date, SWISS GRAFIK's most popular lenticular projects have featured flip designs.
Océ Arizona Series UV Flatbed Printers Offer Unique Benefits for Lenticular Printing
When the Océ Arizona Series printer's unique technology is harnessed for lenticular printing, the result is superb print quality, crisp and accurate lenticular effects, and smooth printing.
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The new Océ Arizona 350 XT printer boasts an extremely large flatbed table that can produce prints up to 2.5 by 3.05 m (98.4" x 120"). The extra width allows the system to be used in a continuous imaging mode for rigid materials up to 4' x 8' in size.
Lastly, the Océ Arizona 350 XT printer expands lenticular productivity through its new white ink option, which enables under-printing for non-white media or objects, over-printing for backlit applications on transparent media, and/or printing white as a spot color. This eliminates the need to laminate the lens.
For more information on the Océ Arizona Series UV flatbed printers, visit www.oceusa.com/odgs (U.S.) or www.oce.com (international).
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Geoffrey Robertson, QC the human rights advocate and United Nations judge, Kathy Lette the pioneering author and autism rights champion, and Ian Mehrtens, who is an active supporter of LGBT rights, are to receive Honorary Senior Fellow Awards at Regent's University London's Graduation ceremonies this week.
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Learn more "Ice" Radical Related Chinese Characters 了解更多"冰"激进相关汉字
Have you ever wondered how much the radical means in Chinese? For example, the "Ice" radical, which contains only two strokes and looks like two drops of water – 冫, has characteristics of what water is like and what it can do. The radical mainly appears on the left side of a character, there are some characters where it is on the bottom. The most well-known example is 冬 (meaning "winter"). In the Kangxi Dictionary, one can find more than 115 characters listed under the "ice" radical. Some of them are directly related to coldness, frost and freezing like:
你有没有想过中文的激进意味着多少? 例如,"冰"的根,只有两个笔画,看起来像两滴水 - 冫,具有水是什么样子的特点和它能做什么。 激进主要出现在一个字符的左侧,有一些字符在底部。 最着名的例子是冬(意为"冬天")。 在康熙字典中,可以找到超过115个字符列在"冰"根下。 其中一些与寒冷,霜冻和冻结直接相关:
冫+ 水 (shuǐ) = 冰 (bing1) (ice)
冫+ phonetic component 令 (lìng) = 冷 (lěng) – cold
冫+ phonetic component 东 (dōng) = 冻 (dòng) – cold
Here is also a visual chart of how the ice radical is used in Chinese characters.
However, there are Chinese characters, which have this radical that may be seen as part of some commonly used words. It will not completely relate to how water feels or what it is state it is. Here are a couple examples of commonly used words:
情况 (qíng kuàng) – situation, circumstances
况 means "condition" but initially the meaning was "cold water". 兄is phonetic in this case.
减价 (jiǎn jià) – to reduce price, to discount
减derives from ice 冫 and phonetic 咸. The character means, "to decrease" (An act of pouring out like a waterfall).
决定 (jué dìng) – to decide, to resolve
决is from ice 冫 and phonetic夬 (also means "to decide")
As you can see, the radical ice can be directly related to the ice and its characteristics, but it can also be indirect. It is intriguing how the Chinese language is design to be connected with the radicals to build on simple ideas to express complex concepts. We hope you enjoyed learning about the ice radical. We will see you next time!


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If you believed that 'THEY' were working toward a New World Order of a Global Government you were mocked and dismissed as a 'Conspiracy Theorist" – a member of the 'Tin Foil Hat Brigade.' I confess I was a member of that brigade. And we are being proven right – right now. They are getting much more in the open about it now as proven by the big meeting held last month in Dubai; The World Government Summit. It was an interesting gathering of globalists, communists and Islamists. So not surprisingly, one of the overriding themes there was just how bad and out of step America is ….especially under President Trump. As a Vox headline put it: "A group of global elites met to discuss the future. Their plans didn't include America."[i] So if America was 'out' – What was 'in'? Why 'Big Brotherism' in several forms. Alex Newman of the New American explains. "Big Government, trans-humanism, and globalism were presented as the solution to basically everything, from alleged man-made 'global warming' and health problems to unemployment and even hate. Aside from global governance and statism, one of the key themes of the conference was the merger of man and machine to become "cyborgs." Artificial Intelligence and 'Happiness,' directed by authorities, were also major topics."[ii] And in case you might miss the theme of the conference, the whole shindig ended with "a plea for institutions to realign with the new world order."[iii]
Now what they're working toward goes beyond what we might envision when we think of 'World Government.' What they foresee is a technology that will link humanity to an artificial global brain. Futurist Ian Pearson told the Summit that because AI (Artificial Intelligence) will be "billions of times smarter" than human beings, "we really do need to make sure that we have some means of keeping up. The way to protect against that is to link that AI to your brain so you have the same IQ… as the computer. I don't actually think it's safe, … to develop these superhuman computers until we have a direct link to the human brain." In last year's confab, Tesla CEO Elon Musk talked about the coming "merger of biological intelligence and digital intelligence." He went on to talk about the connection "between your brain and the digital version of yourself."[iv] Finally, think about the connection between the majority of the attendees. You have communists, globalists and Muslims who believe in a future One World Rule under Islam – during which unbelievers – (like communists) – will be purged from the earth. Just sayin'! [v]
[i]A group of global elites met to discuss the future. Their plans didn't include America., Vox, February 14, 2018
[ii] Alex Newman, Creepy "World Government Summit" Targets America, Freedom, The New American, February 21, 2018
[iii] WTO Chief, Malcolm Gladwell and Visionaries Close World Government Summit 2018 With Future Forecasts, Business Wire,
February 13, 2018
[iv] Elon Musk: Humans must merge with machines or become irrelevant in AI age, CNBC, February 13, 2017
[v] This article was inspired by: Stefan Stanford, With Global Government 'Conspiracy Theory' Proven True, World Government Summit Says
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Top 10 Best MIG Welders 2019 Guide For [110V & 220V]
Quick Navigation
- Best 110v MIG Welders Quick Comparison
- Which 110V MIG welder is best for the money?
- Best 220v MIG Welders Quick Comparison
- What is MIG Welding?
- Power
- Wire Feed Speed
- Wire size and material thickness
- Portability
- Top Four Best 110v MIG Welders – Editor's Picks
- Top Six 220v MIG Welders – Editor's Picks
- Conclusion
A Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welder is a convenient tool that is simple to set up and easy to use. When utilizing a MIG welder, the fabrication process takes a few hours to learn. Once the MIG is mastered, both professionals and hobbyists have a skill that will endure for years to come.
Metal fabricators, farmers, professionals, and enthusiasts approach MIG welding with individualized and diverse levels of interest and motivation. However, the benefits are conclusive across the board. This type of welding is easy to master and execute. It is an efficient method of welding that saves both time and money on the job. MIGs produce excellent welds on many different types of metals for jobs both large and small.
These welders can be used at both the professional and novice levels. The greatest challenge for the laymen, however, is choosing the right tools for any project. Below is a quick guide to help you find the right MIG for your job. We will discuss the pros and cons as well as highlight the details of the some of the top MIGs in the industry today.
Best 110v MIG Welders Quick Comparison
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Which 110V MIG welder is best for the money?
Ever wanted to fast-forward the highlights in an ESPN telecast just to know the final score of the game?
Then you probably want to know already which product is the best choice out of this review.
Well, it is my opinion that you will not find a better MIG welder for its price tag than the Hobart 500559 Handler Wire Welder.This machine is durable, compact, performs outstandingly and is an excellent value for the money.
The Hobart welder meets or exceeds the needs of today's do-it-yourself hobbyist. Its drive system of cast aluminum and work clamp helps this machine to deliver the excellent performance of professional quality.
With industrial strength, multi-functionality and handy features, this 115v machine can handle any number of welding demands. The product comes out of the box practically ready for use with minimal setup necessary.
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Best 220v MIG Welders Quick Comparison
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What is MIG Welding?
In MIG welding an electrode or steel wire cylinder(MIG wire) is fed from the welder through a liner and out of a contact tip that is in the machine's gun.
The welder uses power to heat up and melt the wire so that it can be used as an adhesive. Inert gas is integrated into the metal liquid to protect the liquid from infusing with any other atmospheric substances.
Using the melted electrode, two metal pieces can be joined as they pass through the welding gun. This process is far quicker than the traditional arc methods that required the use of welding rods. The simplicity of the operation allows users at different skill levels to utilize the tool for a wide range of welding jobs.
There are several advantages of using a MIG welder:
- Uses on thick plates or light-gauge material
- Welds aluminum, carbon and stainless steel (inox)
- Speeds are significantly higher than stick welding
- Reduces the amount of smoke that usually occurs with welding
Shielding Gas
Shielding gases, A.K.A, inert gases, are utilized during the gas metal arc welding (GMAW MIG welding) or gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW tig welders) process.
The reason welders use gases is to ensure that oxygen or vapor does permeate the work area. Although the gases inhibit the presence of oxygen, it can also create a poor weld if not used correctly.
The key is to choose the right type and amount of gas for the work you are doing. Shielding gas can also be expensive.
Before you purchase shielding gas, make sure to do your homework in order to find a type of gas that is both highly-effective, weed-friendly, and cost-effective.
The four most common gasses used for a high-quality weld are:
- Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
- Oxygen (O2)
- Argon (Ar)
- Helium (He)
Gasless Welding
To use MIG welders for Flux Cored Arc Welding (gasless welding), it requires changing the polarity switch near the drive to alternate from a solid wire(MIG wire) to flux cored wire.
In the case of gasless MIG welder, the flux core wire separates the weld pool from oxygen. A self-shielding tubular flux-cored wire can be utilized to remove oxygen by eliminating the weld pools reliance on atmospheric gas.
There are several benefits to gasless welding. First, the welder can be used in any position or in any environment since there is protection from the atmospheric gasses mainly oxygen built into the MIG wire.
Second, since no outside protective gas is needed, then it is a more cost-effective and efficient means of welding. Third, it is perfect for beginners since it requires less skill to operate the machinery. Last, flux cored arc welding produces welds with little to no porosity. It creates a solid mass form throughout the weld.
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One of the first things you want to consider when buying a MIG welder is the output power. For home projects, using thin metals, 100 amps will be sufficient.
A rig that has a maximum 140 amps is good to have because you will never know if you will need to weld some things that are thicker.
It may cost you a few extra dollars more, but it will be worth it.
The minimum power output is another thing to look at when considering a wire fed welder.
For 18-gauge metal, a welding machine with a minimum of around 30 amps is just fine. However, if you are going to weld fragile metal that is around 22 gauge or 0.8 mm, then you want to look for a machine with a minimum out of 20-25 amps.
Wire Feed Speed
Probably, just as important as power is the unit's feed rate. The feed speed has to do with the speed at which the MIG wire gets fed from the machine to the gun. If it is too slow, the wire will disappear the second it comes into contact with the metal – creating an ugly, uneven weld. If the speed is too fast, the cord will reach out from the gun and leave you with a ton of spatter.
When there is a continuous arc, the wire is going just fast enough. If there is a separate setting for power and speed, then chances are you will have to play around with scraps first to find the correct setting.
The leading MIG welder will come with an automatic speed setting that will adjust the rate to the relative power. If you have to make small tweaks, there is usually a manual override available.
Wire size and material thickness
The use of thin wire like .023 or .030 in. will prevent burning through on light materials.
The use of thick MIG wire, such as .045 in., will allow for superior fusion when using more abundant metals.
The two most common wire types are ER70S-3 and ER70S-6. The ER70S-3 is perfect for welding purposes of all kinds.
Whereas, the ER70S-6 wire is typically for use on dirty and rusty surfaces when more deoxidizers are necessary.
The wire size that will be utilized for welding will not determine the type of machine you would want to purchase, but the device will play a part in determining the size and type of wire you will use for welding.
Performance is most important when choosing a metal inert gas welder, but you want to consider size if you have a limited space and to avoid carrying around a giant machine. Welders can range in size from 40 lbs. to several hundred pounds. It depends on the features and power.
The portability needs depend greatly on the kind of welding you will need to accomplish. If you have to move the welder around a great deal, there are carts available that make things a little easier. In the case where the welding machine will be used for auto body work, the cart is ideal for moving around the car smoothly.
Top Four Best 110v MIG Welders – Editor's Picks
Below are some of the best MIG welder reviews and important information about the most popular brands and models of MIG welders in the industry. These reviews should help you choose the best welding unit for your needs. Keep in mind that all MIG welders essentially perform the same function. What separates each product is its application and additional manufacturer features and components.
1. The Hobart 500559 Handler Wire Welder
The Hobart 559 Handler Wire Welder, also known as the Hobart handler 140, is a MIG welder with high task yield and incredible power.
It is compact and portable. It operates on 115V household power and delivers 140 amps output power. The Hobart Handler 140 does not need additional setup and is ideal for steel, stainless alloys, and aluminum.
This 110v machine has a flux core capacity that makes it capable of working thick gauge steel – even 24-gauge up to ¼ in thick materials. The machine is perfect for DIY repairs, basic metal welding, construction jobs and auto body repairs.
The Handler 140 is built to be durable. It is Hobart's most popular MIG welder. It is also the industry's best model for the value. It is extremely versatile. It is perfect for the welder in an auto body, farm projects, and household repairs.With a 5-position tapped voltage control, this 115v welding machine allows you the ability to select how tuned you want your arc. It has a heavy-duty work clamp and gives an industrial performance.
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2. Lincoln Electric K2185-1 Handy MIG Welder
K2185-1 can be plugged into a standard 20-
amp outlet. Although gas is essential for function, it can work without gas as well. Flux core welding makes use of a hollow wire electrode that gets fed through the gun.
This welding machine is compact, lightweight, and portable. It has four settings for voltage a speed adjustment that allows to weld from 24-gauge to 1/8" thick metal.
It comes with everything you need for MIG welding in the box. It comes with a cable assembly, gun, clamp and work cable, gas regulator, hose, and gas nozzle, solid wire spool, contact tips and hand shield with filtering lens and plate. The only left to do is add the protective gas.
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3. Forney 299 125FC Flux Core Welder
There is no need to use a cylinder filled with argon or an argon C02 mix, which can be costly. This welder will save you money, and you can weld a quarter of an inch
It requires 120v for input and gives 125 amp out. It is suitable for home and garage welding.The Forney 299 125FC Flux Core welding machine comes with handles and allows for 2 and 10 lb. wire spools. It can be used anywhere.
It is packed in torch wrap – making it easy to take off and on. It is perfect as a starter welder. It works without having to use a gas set up.
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4. LONGEVITY Mig weld 140-140 Amp Mig Welder
The Longevity has a proprietary transformer technology and comes with a thermal overload protection to prevent overheating. It is 140 amp MIG. It allows for easy interchange of torching with a spool gun. The machine can handle up to 11 lbs. of the spool. It connects to any 110V wall outlet. There is a power plug installed on the equipment. It has the capacity to weld up to 3/8" of Low Carbon Steel.
The unit operates on gas or can function using flux-core welding. The Longevity is portable and can be plugged and used anywhere. It is perfect the shop or home.
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Top Six 220v MIG Welders – Editor's Picks
These are the best mig welder reviews for the rigs with a little more power in them. 220v models are usually more expensive but much more powerful. They can prove quite useful if you regularly weld ticker steel up to 1/8' or aluminum. With these machines you have more room to grow into your hobby or profession. Some of these best MIG welding machines come as dual voltage machines (110V/220V) making them mobile and diverse.
1. Hobart 500553 Handler 210 MVP
With the 210 MVP, you can use either the 115V or 230V power input. It does not require additional tools to connect to the power receptacles.
It has a multi-voltage plug that makes it easy to connect and use the welder anywhere. Using with an instruction guide is easy. It is perfect for beginners or professionals.
The optional plugin SpoolRunner 100 is great for welding aluminum. It has a built-in wire feeder with adjustable tension.
The 210 MVP MIG Welder has a powerful output to deal with 3/8 in. mild steel and good enough control for 24 gauge. It is easy to connect the optional SpoolRunner spool gun.
It can be used for applications of mild or stainless steel. The welding machine has seven output voltage settings and speed control.
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2. Lincoln Electric Power MIG 210 Mp K3964-1
Power MIG 210 Mp is versatile and has strong sheet-metal construction. It is ideal for most jobs in the home or a small shop.
It can be plugged into any conventional power supply. It has dual voltage inputs of 120V or 230V. It has excellent arc action with diamond core technology.
It has an easy-turn numeric drive that indicates if there is any tension present in the unit. The Lincoln is ideal for beginners and those who are getting into welding for the first time. The display is easy to operate and simple to set up.
This multifunctional MIG welder can also be used as a stick or tig welding machine. It's also got many positive mig welder reviews by tig welders on welding forums, so if you ever choose to tig weld something or you just want to learn tig welding this is the right rig for you.
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3. Lincoln MIG Welder, Handheld, 208/230VAC
The Lincoln MIG welder comes with the regulator, gun, wire spool and other accouterments. The standard gun is replaceable with a Magnum 100SG spool-gun.
Cast aluminum gives a smooth flow of wire throughout. There are 180 amps to heat almost any job. It is versatile and uses an assortment of wire thickness for light fabrication and maintenance and repair.
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4. LOTOS MIG175 175AMP Mig Welder with FREE Spool Gun
The machine has excellent weld penetration with a wire feed motor system that functions well. It has a 30% duty cycle. It weighs 85 lbs.
It can connect to a 200 to 220V wall outlet and can be set up in ten minutes. Its transformer technology has been proven to be reliable and durable.
A spool-gun is added to the package at no additional charge.
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5. Hobart 500536001 IronMan 230 W/DP-3545-20
The Hobart Ironman 230 can be used in a farm or garden and household repair. It operates with 230V input power.
The product comes with reversible drive rolls to limit the amount of money spent on replacement parts. The Ironman 230 also comes with controlled infinite wire speed. It has a thermal overload protection that controls and keeps it from overheating.
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6. Forney 318 190-Amp MIG Welder, 230-volt
The Forney 318 comes with a 10' welding torch, 15' power cord, regulator, gas hose, and ground clamp. Its input range is up to 190/230V. It can be used on cast iron, inox, Low Carbon Steel, and aluminum.
The wire feeder is the cast-aluminum drive system. It allows it to last longer and weld heavy-duty materials.
It welds metal up to 3/8" and there is a gas hose and flowmeter included with the unit.
The product is versatile being able to process MIG and flux-core.
Tweco consumables are compatible and it comes with a Euro-connect MIG gun. The spool-gun is 20-ft. in length and is ideal for aluminum wire. It has an integrated gas line and gives the user almost unlimited freedom during welding.
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Hobart 300796 SpoolRunner 100 Spool Gun
If you are looking a quick and simple spool gun, then the Spoolrunner is your best option. When using the gun, simply plug the lead directly into the feed head.
You'll then attach the trigger lead, and then turn on the spool- gun switch, and you're ready to go.
The SpoolRunner can be used for aluminum welds as well as other similar types of metal such as inox.
It is top of the line best welding equipment from Hobart
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When you go to purchase your welder, you want to know your requirements well. Knowing what to look for will ensure you are making a wise investment. Remember to think about what you will regularly be welding. You want to buy a best MIG welder that has enough power for the jobs you need.
More power will cost you more, but it is worth it than having to deal with a welder that is under-powered. Also, try to keep in mind how much you are willing to spend beforehand because it can be easy to get carried away with the different features.
In the article above, I have explained the basics of MIG welding machines. I hope this article has answered any questions you might have had relating to GMA welding. If you like what you have read in this article, take a second and share the post or leave a comment.


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Ragnarok by Patrick Scalisi
by Patrick Scalisi
I didn't mean to cause the end of the world. I suppose it's just in my nature.
Plus, it wasn't entirely my fault.
My roommate was such an asshole. If I didn't need the cash, I would have kicked him out a long time ago. All his friends were always there, lording over the place as if they were gods, smoking, drinking, stinking up my apartment as if it were a crack den.
I got home around two last night after working second shift at the Gladsheim Diner. Odin was already there, half in the bag with his girlfriend Frigg. I think they were incapable of living their lives sober.
"I asked you not to smoke in here," I said as I watched the two of them roll a new joint. I tried to make my voice sound as weary as possible: not difficult, considering I had just worked a ten-hour shift.
"Relax, Loki," Odin said, not looking up from the delicate task of stuffing and rolling, stuffing and rolling. "Have a hit. Have a beer for Christ sakes. You're too wound up."
"Too wound up," Frigg agreed as she took the joint, unrolled it, and began the process again herself.
I ignored them, dumped my bag on the empty end of the couch and went to my room. I thought about some of my stuff that had gone missing in the last few weeks, and I kept meaning to install a lock.
Who has time for that?
Adding it to my list of priorities, I opened the door and heard manic yowls that came from the chest at the foot of my bed. I threw it open and found Fenrir bound hand and foot with a bit of string, her cries and meows now deafening.
"What the hell—?"
Frigg appeared at the door faster than I would have thought possible, given her lack of brain cells. "Cat kept climbing over everything," she said. "Scattered the pot twice. Thing bit Tyr's hand after you left."
"Where's your head?" I shouted. "You can do that to a cat!"
Frigg rolled her eyes and returned to the couch. "You'd think it was your kid or something."
I stepped back into the living room, Fenrir nuzzled in the crook of my arm. "Odin, come on man."
Odin was trying to get the joint started now, the end burning like a red star fallen to Earth. Between puffs he said, "It's just a cat. It's fine."
Talking to them was useless. I headed to bed.
I slept late and spent the following morning in Laugardalur Park. There was a particular tree I liked to read under, provided the weather is warm enough. The sign post said it was a "Yggdrasill Ash." Never heard of it before, but I never claimed to be a tree expert.
Even here I could find no peace.
Three pages into my book, something began falling on my lap. Seeds and acorns were dropping like hail, missiles lodging in the spine of my book and in my hair. There were giggles from up in the branches, and a boy's voice admonished, "Be careful!"
"Come down from there," I said.
No sooner had I given the command than two children — twins from the look of them — dropped to the ground.
"We're sorry," the boy said.
"Didn't mean to bother you," added the girl.
Seeing how young they were stole some of my anger; they were just kids.
"What are your names?" I asked, brushing the seeds from my book and placing it on the ground.
"I'm Lif," said the boy, who gave a little bow.
"And I'm Lifthrasir," said the girl, who curtsied.
"Lif, Lifthrasir, where are your parents?" I asked.
"You're not going to tell on us?" said the girl with a look of horror on her face.
"We're sorry," repeated the boy. "It's our favorite spot to play."
"It's no problem," I answered. "I'd just like to be alone."
"As long as you promise not to tell," said Lifthrasir.
"Of course," I replied.
Lif winked, then ran from the tree in a wavy line. His sister followed, both shouting in delight and already playing a new game.
I returned to reading the last book I would ever read.
* * *
The party was already in full swing when I got back to my apartment. Odin had taken advantage of my absence to invite all his acquaintances — and everyone he didn't know — to a spontaneous blow out. It was Wednesday night, after all. Why the hell not?
The floor was already sticky with spilled beer, and the air was filled with a haze of marijuana and cigarette smoke. People were packed against the door; I could barely get inside.
"Odin?" was all I could manage when I saw the assembly.
"Hey," he said with a certain lack of enthusiasm. "Wanted to have a few people over. That's cool, right?"
"This isn't a few people," I said. "This place isn't a night club."
He repeated his mantra that I should "relax," then ignored me completely. I would have punched him if I could have gotten in three blows before his friends intervened. Instead, I kicked the corner of the couch and stormed into the kitchen. Another man passed me on the way in, grabbed my shoulder and forced something into my hand.
"Hold this for a minute," he said. "I gotta piss."
I looked down as he moved off. I was holding a baggie of white powder — cocaine. The realization made me feel as if I was holding a lump of shit, of feces dripping between my fingers and soiling my very being. The rage bubbled in my throat and emerged as a kind of whimper. I walked to the sink with revenge in mind. Expensive stuff? Too bad, 'cause now it's down the drain.
I was halfway through dumping the bag when something on the stove caught my eye: Mistletoe-brand baking powder.
My plan took a U-turn.
I grabbed the box and refilled the baggie. To the untrained eye, it was a perfect ruse. I couldn't wait to see the results.
Shouts from the living room interrupted my reverie. The man I had passed earlier returned to the kitchen, buttoning his pants as he did so.
"Gimme the bag," he said. "Balder's here. He'll want a hit."
I tossed the bag in a gentle arc. The man looked horrified but caught it easily. He shot me a glace that was mixed with terror and sardonic humor, and then turned to the living room.
I stood in the doorway to watch.
Balder sat on the couch next to Odin, the two exchanging handshakes, petty news, bullshit. Balder was the handsome stereotype of a northern man: fair skin that reddened under too much sun; blond hair, parted and combed as if just tended by a stylist; and a heavy build that spoke of either manual labor or many hours spent at the gym. Balder was a man who got what he wanted because he was pretty, because he had just stepped out of some music video into the real world.
The man with the coke was almost done spreading the lines now. He had a mirrored tray and was cutting a slope of white powder into fat, even lines. When one didn't meet his exacting standards, he would redistribute the drug with a straight razor, tap, tap, tapping the powder into a new arrow of death.
"Would you care to do the honors?" Balder asked, his voice more cultured than the usual rabble that found its way into my apartment.
"Guests first," Odin replied.
Balder took the proffered straw and leaned over the leftmost line of cocaine. To me, the sound of it entering his nostril was as loud as an earthquake.
The reaction was instantaneous.
Balder howled, threw back his head and began clawing at his nose. Odin and the others stood in concern, watching as blood and foam began to pour from both nostrils.
I thought about coming home late last night, about all the times I had caught Odin smoking in my apartment, about Fenrir tied and bound in my chest. I let out a snicker that seemingly echoed throughout the room.
Balder was dying now.
Odin whirled, pointed a finger caked with powder and tar in my direction, and said simply, "You."
The others seemed to understand, as if they all shared some psychic link. The first was upon me faster than I could react, holding my hands behind my back as another charged me from the front. I braced for a blow to my chest or stomach, but something instead collided with my head.
That was all.
* * *
There was blood on my neck, dry, crusted, itchy. I lifted my arm to scratch at it, but my limbs felt like lead. I was afraid to open my eyes. The events of the previous night came rushing back. Was Balder dead? What the hell had I been thinking?
The light coming through the window was gray. I couldn't tell if it was day or night, or how long I had been asleep. A virulent ache surrounded my skull, emanating from the back of my head and tunneling through my brain to the back of my eyeballs.
I opened my eyes completely.
By some miracle, I was in my room, on my bed. Some of the blood from my head had seeped onto the comforter. How much would it cost to dry clean? I sat up, head throbbing, and waited for my equilibrium to return. I remembered reading somewhere that lacerations to the scalp would appear much worse than they actually were because head wounds tend to bleed a lot. Still, I couldn't shake the suspicion that I was sporting a mild concussion.
I stood and moved to the door. It was barred from the other side.
I jarred the knob violently, then threw my shoulder against it. The pain in my head was momentarily replaced by fury. I don't know how many blows it took, but the jamb finally splintered. I fell through the door, my chest striking a chair that had been lodged up against the knob. The anger was gone again, and the pain was back.
I lifted my eyes from the sticky floor. I wish I hadn't.
The living room looked like a crime scene. Broken glass littered the floor, along with puddles of beer and—
I began retching when I realized that blood stained nearly every surface. There was an especially large spot on the couch where Balder had been sitting. Somehow, the remaining lines of cocaine were undisturbed.
My chest hurt. I needed to get out of there.
I stumbled out the front door and into the hall. There was glass and blood there as well. Whatever had happened was larger than Balder's overdose. Indeed, it looked as if a battle had taken place while I was still unconscious.
I rushed down the stairs and into the street. It was still impossible to determine the time of day. I say this because the sky was blank — not cloudless or overcast, simply blank. Where the sun would ride its chariot-path across the sky, there was now, nothing — just an emptiness that filled the dome over my head.
The streets were vacant, too. The city's main thoroughfares never wanted for activity — even in the dead of night. Now, there were no cars or pedestrians, no shouts or even talking people, not even the flutter of pigeons that would nest on the larger buildings.
Frantic, I ran to Laugardalur Park. The footpaths and bike trails were empty. Thousands of people would gather on the park's many acres each day when it teemed with life.
I sat at the base of my Yggdrasill Ash to consider what had happened. Every scenario, every possibility escaped me.
Seeds began falling on my head.
They felt like raindrops of hope.
"Hello?" I said, my voice cracking.
"There's someone down there," said one voice.
"We should see who it is," said another.
Two faces poked from among the branches: Lif and Lifthrasir, the twins I had met the previous day.
"It's the man from yesterday," said Lif.
"Hello again," said Lifthrasir. I imagine she would have curtsied again if she were standing on the ground.
"What's going on?" I demanded. "Are you safe? Were are your parents now?"
"Everyone's gone," said Lif. "Ragnarok is here."
"Where has everyone gone?" I asked, ignoring the second, unintelligible part of the boy's statement.
"Balder's dead," said Lifthrasir. "His death has broken the bonds that hold together the nine worlds."
"His friends were very upset," Lif continued. "Everyone was sad, except for you."
"Odin and his friends can go to hell!" I shouted. "They brought it on themselves!"
"I told you," said Lifthrasir. "No remorse at all."
"In any case," Lif cut in, "everyone has gathered at Vigrid, where the final battle will take place."
"I don't understand," I pleaded.
"We're hiding here until it's over," said Lifthrasir, whose face began to retreat again among the branches. "Maybe we'll see you again, then."
She disappeared. Lif looked to where his sister's face had vanished and began withdrawing himself.
"Thank you for not telling on us," he said. "If you want to go to Vigrid, the journey is long. Head north until you cross the rainbow bridge, then look for the field that stretches one-hundred-twenty leagues in all directions. Pack enough food for the trip."
The boy's face disappeared as well. I shouted for him to return, shouted until my voice was hoarse and my throat burned with thirst. It was no use. I never saw the children again.
* * *
And now I am ready to begin my journey. I don't know what will happen there; I don't know what has happened here.
Like I said, I didn't mean to cause the end of the world.
It's just in my nature.
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Patrick Scalisi is a young magazine editor and aspiring author from Connecticut. He has published fiction in several magazines, including The Willows, Twisted Dreams and Space Westerns, among others. When he's not writing, Pat enjoys watching way too many movies than are good for him, reading more books than he has shelves for and listening to music (his tastes range from classical to classic and modern rock). You can visit Pat at is website, www.patrickscalisi.com.


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Endurance racing is a drug: the more you do, the more you want.
I'm lucky enough to have done eight 24-hour races prior to this year's Britcar event, and while I'm getting better at keeping my nerves under control, the anticipation, apprehension and excitement prior to and during a twice-round-the-clock race remains uniquely potent. My addiction is strong.
I'm driving for RJN Motorsport, Nissan Europe's chosen team when it comes to circuit racing.
In the past they have also managed Nissan's Paris-Dakar efforts, so the team - headed by the unflappable Bob Neville - are well suited to the unpredictable challenge of 24-hour racing.
The car is based on Nissan's 370Z coupe. Built to race in the FIA GT4 category it has a 420bhp Nismo version of the road car's 3.7-litre V6, huge brakes, racing springs and dampers and a Quaife sequential gearbox.
It also has some pretty major aerodynamic additions to generate serious cornering ability. In all it's probably close to £100,000-worth of racing car.
The driver line-up is interesting, for alongside RJN's regular pilot, Alex Buncombe, are two of Europe's best virtual racers: Lucas Ordonez and Jordan Tresson.
Winners of the remarkable GT Academy initiative run by Sony Playstation and Nissan, both guys have become successful racers of the real thing.
Together we make a strong team, but along with the other 60-odd cars on the grid we're hoping to share our race with an extra driver: Lady Luck.
The weather is forecast to be truly foul for most of the race. Typically after a dry start, in which Alex pushes us up from our grid slot of 14th position well inside the Top Ten, followed by a consolidating drive from Jordan, when my turn comes to take over not only does it start to rain, but the team find a problem hidden in the data that's retrieved from the car at every stop.
It's a fuel pump issue and not a quick fix. Still the RJN boys set to with typical resolve: no fuss, no panic, just ordered industry.
In times of stress you often hear armed forces service personnel say that their training takes over. Well, the same is true of a professional race team. They identify the problem and deal with it. It's very impressive to witness.
By the time I'm sent out to start my stint it's very murky and the track in an awkwardly damp condition that's too dry for heavily treaded wets, but too wet for full slicks.
Fortunately RJN have cut some grooves in a set of slicks to create a set of makeshift intermediate tyres. It's an inspired decision and for a good while we're the quickest car on the track.
It's a magical sensation being able to catch and pass anything that appears in your windscreen. You honestly feel invincible and by the time my stint is over (at around 10pm) I'm absolutely buzzing. Sleep will not be easy with this much adrenaline in my system.
As Saturday becomes Sunday the weather takes a turn for the worse. Thick fog and heavy spray have made the conditions nightmarish. For many hours the Safety Car leads the field through the murk.
When my turn comes around again I'm dreading the fog, but it's amazing how few reference points you need to navigate your way at speed. This is driving Jedi-style, using "The Force" in those moments when you can barely see the end of your bonnet.
Thanks to a recurrence of the fuel pump issue, then a visit to the gravel trap courtesy of a backmarker, the No.57 Nissan has been playing an agonsing race-long game of Snakes and Ladders.
Often the fastest car of all when the conditions are at their worst it's heartbreaking when with just a few hours remaining an oil system problem leaves Neville no option but to retire the car.
At the end we're classified 47th, but knowing we had such a fast and competitive car makes it all the more galling to be denied what could realistically have been a podium finish.
Still, I have no doubt RJN will be back next year for more punishment. If I get the chance so will I. Like I say, endurance racing is a drug…


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Celebrity chef Charlie Trotter died shortly after he was rushed from his Chicago home to a hospital Tuesday morning, CNN affiliate WGN-TV reported.
Trotter – whose namesake restaurant in Lincoln Park received a long list of culinary honors over its 25 years of service – was 54.
There were no details immediately released about the cause of death, which happened at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Frank Shuftan, Public Information Officer for the Cook County Bureau of Administration confirmed the death to CNN and an autopsy is scheduled for Wednesday.
Police expected to stage a death investigation at Trotter's home. Trotter leaves behind his wife, Rochelle, and their son, Dylan.
His wife released a statement early Tuesday evening saying, "We are incredibly shocked and deeply saddened by the unexpected loss of Charlie at our home in Lincoln Park. He was much loved and words can not describe how much he will be missed. Charlie was a trailblazer and introduced people to a new way of dining when he opened Charlie Trotter's. His impact upon American cuisine and the culinary world at large will always be remembered. We thank you so much for your kind words, love and support. We appreciate the respect for our privacy as we work through this difficult time."
Trotter closed his flagship restaurant in 2012, saying he wanted to go back to school and possibly pursue a Master of Philosophy degree. He received a "Humanitarian of the Year" award from the James Beard Foundation that same year. The JBF had previously proclaimed Trotter the Best Chef, Midwest in 1992, the Nation's Outstanding Chef award in 1999 and Charlie Trotter's as the Nation's Outstanding Restaurant in 2000, among other awards.
Chicago mayor Rahm Emanuel issued a statement saying that Trotter: "changed Chicago's restaurant scene forever and played a leading role in elevating the city to the culinary capital it is today. Charlie's personality mirrored his cooking – bold, inventive and always memorable. Charlie Trotter will be remembered for serving the finest food and his generous philanthropy, and he will always have a seat at the table among Chicago's legendary figures."
An outpouring of condolences and remembrances from the food community quickly followed the news of his passing.
Chef Eric Ripert told CNN, "I was very saddened by the news. Charlie was a tremendously gifted chef and one of the pioneers of American celebrity chefs. He was very noble and a true gentleman. I always had great respect for Charlie and my thoughts are with his family. His legacy as a star and true hero of modern American cuisine will live on."
Wine educator Belinda Chang, who worked at various positions at Charlie Trotter's from 1997 to 2002, said the community was stunned. "My phone has been blowing up all day," she said. There is such an amazing network of alumni of the restaurant around the world. My former co-workers and I are all shocked."
Chang added, "The other incredible thing is that I have been getting texts and e-mails from former regulars of the restaurant as well – people I haven't seen since I worked the floor. Charlie Trotter touched so many."
John Winterman, maitre d' at Daniel restaurant, spent some formative years in the chef's sphere. He worked for Trotter from 1994 to 2001 in various roles including dining room manager and told CNN: "Of all the shadows to fall upon the landscape of modern American gastronomy, his was the longest. I learned so much from the man."
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