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Many of our articles will now feature a music player so that you can listen to the music you are reading about.
When an artist gains a certain level of fame and respect, they have the opportunity to act as a gateway band for bands with less infrastructure. How many punk rockers first band was Green Day in grade school? This gives us music lovers the excuse to listen to more new and amazing Canadian music. Every act we love can lead us to new amazing artists. That is, I know that new things can be scary, but there are a few parallels between some of your old favorites and new Canadian music. In no way am I trying to take away from the amazing originality of these talented artists by saying that they stole their style. In fact, through the process of interviewing hundreds of artists I have realized that many musicians do not even realize whom they sound like until someone brings it up. Please feel free to add other relevant pairings or disagree with me in the comment section.
Ben Caplan – Tom Waits
Probably my favorite current Canadian Musician. Caplan is very close to Tom Waits in many ways. He is relaxed and very comedic on stage. Waits was also a grinder, he never stopped working and although he is a living legend, he deserves a far wider audience. Their most obvious parallel is their musical composition and a voice that makes a rock slide seem smooth. Both Waits and Caplan tend towards a combination of Jazz and Eastern European phrasing.
The Pack AD – The White Stripes
The first time I heard The Pack AD I actually thought it was a new White Stripes single. Unbeknownst to me it was actually two insanely talented women from Vancouver. Paired down Blues-Rock is hard to do well. They actually recorded one of their albums with one of Jack White's producers in an abandoned chicken factory in Detroit. Both bands also have certain air of mystery and drama to them, which somehow makes their music all the more enjoyable.
Little Foot Long Foot – Joan Jett
Put simply, both these bands make simple punch you in the face rock and roll. There are, unfortunately, not many women in Rock and Roll who can really make your jaw drop. These are two bands that contain this mythical element. Also both of the amazing front women of these bands are named Joan. These groups both draw from a very specific area of Classic Rock.
Revival – Led Zeppelin
A high-powered heavy group out of Manitoba, Revival is pure stadium Rock. The first time I saw Revival I actually remarked on how their sound reminded me of a modern version of Zepplin, as the bassist kept switching over to a synth. Just after which, seemingly on queue, they played an amazing cover of 'The Ocean'. On a sad note their drummer actually died several years ago. Their lead singer Galen Hogg also has a hell of a range and long blond hair. Let's just hope he doesn't leave the group to start a country career.
Jumple – Gogol Bordello
Jumple actually refers to them selves as Toronto's Gogol Bordello. Of course, even if they had not proclaimed themselves as such, how often do you encounter a gypsy punk band. These guys are also Serbian with a slight American influence. They also dress up in garish costumes and perform in the classic over the top absurdist manner. Another hilarious parallel is that both bands lead singers are mustachioed named Eugene.
Honorable Mentions
SC Mira - Enya
Give her a listen, you will instantly understand. A songstress from Winnipeg, SC Mira's voice is angelic yet jagged. Her vocal control is intensely awe-inspiring.
Earth's Yellow Sun – Dream Theatre
Only a combination of the finest musicians and the biggest nerds ever EYS are Toronto's best purveyors of Progressive Rock.
Steve Marriner – Muddy Waters
Old school Electric Blues from Ottawa. Steve may very well be the best harp player to come out of the Canadian blues scene in years. Muddy is a huge influence of his.
The Stanfields – Flogging Molly
When it comes to Celtic Rock both of these bands are simply of the finest caliber.
Tia Brazda – Billy Holliday
Tia will make you believe that she is a time traveller from the 1930's, come to make hot jazz cool again.
The Dead South – Trampled By Turtles
Both of these bands play high energy, up-tempo New Grass. The Dead South put a similar form of flare and dramatic composition into their songs.
Article by: Gideon Greenbaum-Shinder
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Curious artifacts: a POSSCON talk
Welcome, remedy POSSCON attendees! This blog post is the virtual home of the talk Sebastian Dziallas and I (Mel Chua) did on Thursday afternoon, medicine titled Curious Artifacts: Making FOSS Materials Make Sense To Learners. Our talk materials were, condom in large part, created with the audience.
The goal of the talk was to get audience members to actually look at live open source projects and start analyzing how those projects might fit into a high school or college classroom. When you look at a project, what cool things grab you, and what sort of little annoyances irk you? How can we turn them into the sorts of mini-project-opportunities students can tackle, and how do we build materials and scaffolding around those tasks that can be used as scaffolding – worksheets, reading, discussion prompts, homework assignments, grading rubrics?
This is a big job – so the trick was that our POSSCON talk started on Thursday… and was the kickoff to a conversation we continued online. Our intrepid audience volunteer Kevin came up and modeled the beginning of a first-contribution conversation using the original bounty Sebastian posted on Tuesday night, then the crowd split into teams and attacked printouts of FOSS artifacts with red and blue pens and highlighters. And smiley face stickers. Always gotta have the smiley face stickers. The audience critiques are available here (pdf).
Here's the flyer that was handed out during the talk in lieu of slides (available in pdf and odt format for remixing) to guide participants through some of the tools, terminology, and cultural quirks they'd be encountering as they looked through the material to critique.
One big analogy used throughout the talk was open source as a cultural immersion experience similar to study abroad. This theme was used for the beginning and end. Some key points made:
- Study abroad is not just about taking the same math class in Paris that you could take back in Wisconsin. It's about the experience of being in Paris – language, culture, transit system, food – math class is almost incidental. It's the same way for open source. Students need to watch, appreciate, be prepared for, and make time for things outside their course material in order to really benefit from the experience.
- You'll be in an unfamiliar environment. Simple things will be awkward at first – ordering a glass of water, fixing a simple bug. Keep going – yes, you could order water in English, but you're in China so you can learn how to do it in Mandarin! It does get much, much easier after the first time or two.
- The point is to get out and experience the culture. Immerse yourself. Don't just hang out with other expats or foreign students. Whenever possible, bring your students into the real world, real conversations, real materials… the point isn't memorizing all the Italian verb conjugations perfectly, but to communicate with someone in Italian, no matter how broken. You'll learn through conversation, so get out there and talk!
If you were at our POSSCON talk and want to add materials – comments, pictures, thoughts, anything – to this post, leave a comment.
Thanks for listening!
–Mel and Sebastian
Some pictures from the talk courtesy of Zenith Chua (thanks, Mom!)

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In the past, during versions like 4.1, 4.2 single developer local licenses exist, but since Outsystems has the cloud single developer licenses are over, I guess
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I'm kinda looking forward to the final few episodes of the series being a sort of ROTS special, where they go through the events of the movie from the prospective of the series. That would make the Jedi purge a special kind of awesome, running from the clone's perspective for the first time.


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It's the latest local happening that, alongside the recent Springboard West music conference, show Ocean Beach's rising profile as a music destination. "I was really inspired (to co-create this event) by the turnout at both the Blues Summit concert at Tin Roof and at Aristotle Georgio's Memorial service in September," said Bolton.
One thing he noted was that early start times allowed more people to attend. "I was especially surprised by the support of people in my own age group," he continued. "Many of the people/musicians who came I hadn't seen since the '70s. I've thought for a long time there's a real need for venue's to have earlier shows so that all of us can enjoy it. Very few people my age can make it to a show where the band doesn't come on until 10 p.m."
Bolton acknowledges there are other Mardi Gras events in town, but points out there will be differences between this and other similar gatherings. "Our event is taken straight from Bourbon Street, New Orleans," he said. "We wanted to open up your senses to the sights, sounds and scents of Bourbon Street. Other Mardi Gras events happening seem to cater to the 21-30 age bracket with DJs sets and light shows. Not that there's anything wrong with that but we just wanted something more authentic."
Providing the tunes will be The Bayou Brothers with guest blues singer, Michele Lundeen, performing under her flashier alias Madame LeRoux, with further entertainment from Burlesque Queen's Nina Bel Vande, Ginger N. Whiskey and Eva Mae Garnet, alongside MC, Kickxy Vixen-Styles. Part of the proceeds from the event will go to the Blues Lovers United of San Diego (Blusd.org) group, which helps send disadvantaged youth to the Summer Blues Camp. "I love what Blusd does for disadvantaged youth," Bolton said. "For kids with autism or any disability, music is their shining light and a path to opening up their eyes and ears to endless possibilities."
Lundeen has performed at other Mardi Gras events in the past and is looking forward to playing at this one's inauguration. "It's traditionally a day of letting "completely" loose before ones penance," she enthused. "I love the energy, the history, the culture, the colorful costumes, the music, the extravagance, the irreverence and reverence of it all," she said. She considers Ocean Beach to be a good match of event and location. "OB seems to be all about the things I've mentioned that I find appealing about Mardi Gras," Lundeen remarked. "I think OB and Winston's is a perfect choice for a wild, colorful, free-form celebration and the venue is a party institution there too."
Though the first OB Mardi Gras has yet to take place, plans are already underway to make this a new addition to San Diego's yearly event calendar. "We're hoping next year to book four to five live venues in OB with Mardi Gras acts, similar to the OB Jazz Fest years back," Bolton said. "For those who have never been to New Orleans we hope to bring a slice of NOLA to you - along with complimentary red beans and rice."
OB Mardi Gras: Saturday, Feb. 10 at Winston's, 1921 Bacon St. 4 p.m. $10. 21 and up. www.winstonsob.com www.obmardigras.brownpapertickets.com


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Wednesday, September 09, 2015
Grape Walnut Salad Recipe
2 lbs green seedless grapes
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1 cup sour cream
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Rinse grapes and pat to dry. In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, white sugar, and vanilla. You can use a mixer or mix by hand with a spatula. Add the grapes to the cream cheese mixture and stir thoroughly to coat. Transfer to a serving bowl.
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August was my slowest reading month I've ever done but it was a busy month personally for me as I had a job interview which I was successful and have now started so it's now eaten up my reading time. Plus it was also my sisters birthday so I just haven't had the time to read and I can't see that getting any better next month as I have got extra hours at work and it's my birthday.
Here's what I got through in August:
- Blocked (Blocked, #1) by Jennifer Lane - 3.5/5
- Miracle on 5th Avenue (From Manhattan with Love, #3) by Sarah Morgan - 5/5
- The One Real Thing (Hart's Boardwalk, #1) by Samantha Young - 3.5/5
And the book of the month goes too...
Miracle on 5th Avenue (From Manhattan with Love, #3)
by Sarah Morgan
Synopsis:It will take a Christmas miracle for two very different souls to find each other in this perfectly festive fairy tale of New York! Hopeless romantic Eva Jordan loves everything about Christmas. She might be spending the holidays alone this year, but when she's given an opportunity to house-sit a spectacular penthouse on Fifth Avenue, she leaps at the chance. What better place to celebrate than in snow-kissed Manhattan? What she didn't expect was to find the penthouse still occupied by its gorgeous—and mysterious—owner. Bestselling crime writer Lucas Blade is having the nightmare before Christmas. With a deadline and the anniversary of his wife's death looming, he's isolated himself in his penthouse with only his grief for company. He wants no interruptions, no decorations and he certainly doesn't appreciate being distracted by his beautiful, bubbly new housekeeper. But when the blizzard of the century leaves Eva snowbound in his apartment, Lucas starts to open up to the magic she brings…This Christmas, is Lucas finally ready to trust that happily-ever-afters do exist?
I loved every minute of this book and I would highly recommend this to anyone who loves a good romcom.
Books Received in July
I received these paperbacks from the publishers and I'm very much looking forward to reading them both.
Just a few of my netgalley books.
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Technology can never change the taste of fun because fun gets developed from the hearts of people. However, innovation in technology can help to get fun modes better than the previous.
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Welsh Athletics Senior Championships (inc. selected U15 Junior Championship events & Junior Club Relays)
Friday 13th & Saturday 14th July
Cardiff International Sports Campus
Live Results - Click here
If any athletes performances have not linked to their profiles for whatever reason, including spelling mistakes in their names/club, please click the above link & follow the instructions at the top of the page.
The Welsh Senior Championships will return to Cardiff for its 101st edition on Friday 13th & Saturday 14th July.
We look forward to welcoming some of the best athletes from across Wales and Great Britain to compete for the title of Welsh Champion.
We welcome entries from non-Welsh eligible athletes for the Senior events. U15 events are part of a closed championships (only for Welsh athletes).
Also incorporated into the event will be selected U15 Championship events and the heats of the Junior Club 4x100m relays.
Please direct any media enquiries to Adam Bitchell (firstname.lastname@example.com)
The Race to 500
This year will also see the addition of 4 cash prizes making up a total prize pot of £2000
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Performances will be converted to IAAF Scores to compare across events. Whoever has the highest points at the end of the championships will walk away with the prize.
Entry for spectators is FREE on Friday evening. Saturday's entry is £4 on the gate, U16s are FREE. Programmes will be available for £4 including entry in the Prize Draw, additional Prize Draw tickets will be available for £1
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Through June 2, 2002
Xie Shichen (Chinese, 1488-ca.1567) - Lin Bu Gazing at a Reflection of the Moon (detail), hanging scroll
Many images and objects that are displayed in American museums today under the general rubric of Chinese art were originally made for much more specific contexts and functions. This installation explores six different contexts for which works of art were traditionally created in China: tombs, temples, the imperial court, a scholar's studio, a merchant's residence, and the modern art movement. All of the works included in this display belong to the Allen Memorial Art Museum's permanent collection or are here on extended loan.
Since before the dawn of recorded history, providing for the spirits of the deceased in the afterlife has been a major concern of Chinese culture. Traditionally, when a person died it was customary to bury the body with an assortment of material belongings that he or she could use in the next world. Prior to the Han dynasty (206 B.C.E.- 220 C.E.), most of the belongings included in Chinese burials were actual objects that the deceased had owned. After the Han dynasty, it became more common to bury the dead with symbolic representations of their possessions. Although Chinese tomb furnishings are often finely crafted and beautiful to look at, it should be remembered that the primary impulse behind these objects was not aesthetic. Rather, they were intended to fulfill an important spiritual function, and once these objects were committed to the tomb they were intended to remain there forever.
Religion was a major source of inspiration and patronage for the arts in premodern China. Historically, there were three main religions in China: Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism. Of these three, Buddhism had the greatest impact on the development of the arts. In order to glorify their faith and strengthen the beliefs of their members, Buddhist temples and monasteries were often richly decorated with paintings and sculptures depicting a wide variety of religious figures and stories. In their original contexts, many Buddhist works of art functioned as devotional icons that were revered as much for their spiritual power as for their aesthetic beauty.
From the time the first dynasty was founded in 221 B.C.E. to the time the last dynasty collapsed in 1911 C.E., the various imperial courts of China consistently ranked among that country's most important patrons of the arts. With hundreds of official buildings to furnish and thousands of personnel to equip, these courts consumed enormous quantities of material goods. To satisfy their needs, most dynastic courts operated their own factories and workshops, which supplied them with a diverse range of both functional and ceremonial objects. Typically, artwork produced for the court was characterized by costly materials, fine craftsmanship, and a grandiose style that was intended to convey the power and majesty of the imperial state.
For nearly a thousand years between the tenth and twentieth centuries, Chinese society was dominated by a class of wealthy scholar-bureaucrats whose tastes profoundly impacted the development of later Chinese art. Steeped in the Confucian values of moderation and respect for tradition, these scholar-officials generally favored subtly decorated objects that required a high degree of cultural expertise to appreciate. By thus embracing art that was deliberately austere and difficult to understand, the scholar-officials set themselves apart from other social groups and achieved a level of exclusivity that greatly helped them to maintain their status and power over many generations.
The tremendous wealth of China's sizable merchant class made it a powerful social and cultural force during the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911). In contrast to the rather restrained tastes of the scholar-official class, many merchants preferred a more luxurious and flamboyant aesthetic. Their grand mansions were frequently filled with objects whose expensive materials, elaborate workmanship, and novel forms testified publicly to the affluence and status of their owners. Although in its most extreme forms such overt opulence could be garish and vulgar, more often it produced a delightfully rich and sophisticated living environment.
The collapse of the Qing dynasty in 1911 occasioned a major cultural crisis in China. Forced to rethink many traditional beliefs and practices, a number of artists joined forces to create a self-consciously modern art movement that they hoped would help revitalize their country. Over the years there have been multiple and sometimes conflicting opinions within this movement about exactly what constitutes "modern" art. As a result, twentieth-century Chinese art encompasses a broad range of works, from fairly conservative images that employ traditional Chinese materials and techniques and address largely aesthetic issues, to more avant-garde images that use diverse media and emphasize overtly social and political concerns.
Charles Mason
Curator of Asian Art
For further reading:
Clunas, Craig. Art in China. New York: Oxford University Press, 1997.
Ebrey, Patricia. The Cambridge Illustrated History of China. New York: Cambridge University Press, 1999.
Rawson, Jessica. The British Museum Book of Chinese Art. London: The British Museum, 1992.


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We've taken on this tradition here at onPhilanthropy as well, reporting in to our readers occasionally over the years, and it's time to do so again. In a time of challenge and change, we are immersed in both – and we believe it's a good time to tell our readers about it.
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Here's the CauseWired story in a nutshell. Last year, Tom Watson wrote a book called CauseWired: Plugging In, Getting Involved, Changing the World (Wiley) about the rise of online social activism, expanding on some of the themes he's explored at onPhilanthropy. The book is now in its third printing, and its success inspired Tom and Susan to spin off CauseWired (the company) from Changing Our World, Inc., our longtime headquarters. CauseWired provides communications and development consulting for nonprofits and foundations; it will also publish onPhilanthropy going forward and host the annual Summit onPhilanthropy in New York this June.
Changing Our World, a true leader in the philanthropic sector and home to some of world's best fundraising and philanthropic consultants, remains a close affiliate of the new company – and Changing Our World is also the lead sponsor of onPhilanthropy. And you'll continue to read articles by Changing Our World experts in onPhilanthropy, led by the redoubtable Dr. Susan Raymond, our chief sector analyst and one of the nation's leading philanthropic experts.
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Last year Faline and I started a new Christmas Eve tradition and this year we were blessed to be able to continue it!
We got up EARLY (thanks Randy for making it earlier this year... sigh) and headed to church to start cooking. As you can see from the picture we were a wee bit tired!
The day had the makings of a DISASTER, but dad came and saved the day! Or at least the cooking!
You see, no one bothered to tell us that the stove and the ovens at church had not been working correctly! So when we got there bright and early to turn the ovens on nothing happened. That is to say, the ovens did NOT get hot! Now how exactly were we supposed to cook Christmas Eve dinner without ovens???
Thankfully dad, a self proclaimed jack of all trades, master of none, came and saved the day with and inexpensive part from the hardware store. Thank goodness! We were back on track.
We were blessed with MANY helpers in the kitchen that day, including Josie, Queen of mashed potatoes! She has already requested INSTANT mashed potatoes for next year.... but I think she might get out voted!
Amazingly, even with starting over 2 hours late (thanks to the stove situation) dinner was ready just a few minutes late.
We had a plethora of yummy food....
We had friends and family all around us
And some wonderful fellowship!
Afterwards we even had a dish fairy and lots of help cleaning up!
Then it was off to candlelight Christmas Eve services!
(which might have been too much for these two tired little helpers!)
Here's praying that we get to continue our tradition next year and may many more join us!


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What is Laser Skin Resurfacing?
No matter how well you take care of your skin, it will eventually begin to show signs of aging. You might have suffered some skin damage that was beyond your control, such as acne. Or maybe you spent too much time in the sun years ago, and are now paying the price. Regardless of how those wrinkles, scars and spots came about, you don't have to live with them.
Laser skin resurfacing, sometimes also called a laser peel, or ablative laser resurfacing, is a non-invasive, non-surgical procedure intended to minimize the appearance of skin imperfections. Whether you're bothered by acne scars, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, or the fine lines that come with age, this laser treatment can help you look better, which will help you feel better about yourself.
To learn more, read on or watch the video to the right.
What Laser Skin Resurfacing Can Do For You
Laser skin resurfacing offers numerous benefits, including:
Acne Scar Treatment
The depth and type of scarring will be factors in how effective the treatment is. Your aesthetician will discuss this with you during your consultation.
We highly recommend that before coming in for laser skin resurfacing, you wait until any active breakouts have subsided, or you first pursue laser acne treatment.
Anti-Aging Treatment
Laser skin resurfacing can make a difference in the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin tone and texture. It can also stimulate collagen production, plumping the skin and improving its elasticity.
Sun Damage Treatment
Years of tanning and everyday sun exposure can manifest on your skin in the form of discolorations ranging from tiny freckles to large blotches of hyperpigmentation. Laser skin resurfacing removes those discolored skin cells, allowing new, unblemished skin cells to take their place.
Repetitive Muscle Movement Treatment
It's a great thing to have something to smile about every day. Unfortunately, there may be a downside. When your facial muscles move, they also move the skin that covers them. After years of this repetitive movement, your skin can show wear in the form of wrinkles and deep lines. Laser skin resurfacing can smooth those areas, and restore your youthful look.
Laser skin resurfacing requires no anesthetic, is virtually painless, and requires minimal downtime.
The Best Candidates for Laser Skin Resurfacing
The skin can be damaged, or its appearance changed by numerous environmental and genetic factors. Sun exposure, acne, hormones, poor diet, and certain repetitive movements can all contribute to damaged, weakened skin.
The best candidates for laser skin resurfacing are men and women of any age who suffer from or are bothered by any of the conditions below. The treatment isn't just for the face, but can be applied to other areas of the body including the hands, neck, and chest.
- Fine lines, wrinkles, deep lines
- Acne scarring on the face or body
- Hyperpigmentation (melasma or chloasma)
- Uneven skin tone or surface
- Enlarged pores
- Chicken pox scars
By undergoing a series of fractional resurfacing treatments, you may:
- Enhance your skin texture
- Have a more even skin tone
- Take years off of your appearance
- Minimize acne scarring and chicken pox scars
- Experience skin tightening (this is sometimes an added benefit)
Schedule Your ConsultationWe'll discuss your skin concerns, and help you determine whether laser skin resurfacing is your best option.
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(416) 221-5554
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|The cost for a full facial fractional laser resurfacing treatment is $350 plus tax, per session. Please note that multiple sessions may be needed to achieve your desired results.
For other areas on the body, the price will vary based on the size of the surface area to be covered, the severity of the condition being treated, and the number of sessions needed to achieve results. Treatment packages are available. Just ask!
How Does Laser Skin Resurfacing Work?
To perform laser skin resurfacing at TCC, we use the Sciton® MicroLaserPeel® procedure. The ablative laser partially removes the epidermis, penetrating 20 – 50 microns deep. (For comparison, microdermabrasion penetrates 10 microns deep.)
A high-energy beam of light is focused on the epidermis. The energy is converted into heat, which breaks down the treated tissue, causing the uppermost layers of the epidermis to peel away, thereby causing the skin to heal itself by producing collagen and new, smooth, even skin.
Ablative vs. Non-Ablative Laser Resurfacing
Laser resurfacing can be accomplished by two techniques: ablative and non-ablative. Both techniques use lasers tuned to specific wavelengths to reduce or eliminate the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation and other skin conditions caused by aging, sun exposure, and other environmental or genetic factors.
When you come in for your initial consultation with our aesthetician, you'll be able to explore which type of laser skin resurfacing is most appropriate for your skin condition, and your desired results.
Ablative Laser Resurfacing
In ablative laser skin resurfacing, laser energy heats the uppermost layer of the skin to evaporate both water and tissue, causing new skin growth. It's ideal for superficial problems, such as fine lines and minor blemishes caused by aging and sun damage. This option is suitable for skin types I – III. The MicroLaserPeel® laser skin resurfacing procedure we use is an example of an ablative laser treatment.
Non-Ablative Laser Resurfacing
In non-ablative laser resurfacing, the laser bypasses the uppermost layer of skin, and penetrates both the epidermis and dermis to evaporate water molecules, thereby encouraging both new skin growth and collagen production. It's ideal for deeper skin problems such as scarring or long-term sun damage. This option is suitable for all skin types. Our fractional laser resurfacing treatment is an example of a non-ablative treatment.
When will I see results?About three to five days after your treatment, once the redness has subsided, you should see some improvement. Because multiple treatments are usually required, and the lasers implement your own body's ability to rejuvenate itself, it may be up to six months before final results appear.
How many laser skin resurfacing treatments will I need?The number of sessions will vary based on the severity of your skin condition, the area of your body being treated, and your skin type.
How long do laser skin resurfacing results last?Depending on the treatment, results can last for several years. Sun protection, a healthy diet, and minimizing alcohol and smoking can help you maintain your results for a longer period of time.
Is laser skin resurfacing painful?Some patients do find the treatment uncomfortable. Your aesthetician will apply a topical numbing ointment 30 minutes prior to starting the procedure. After the treatment, your skin will feel as though you have a sunburn.
Is laser skin resurfacing appropriate for all skin types?Usually, skin types I – III are the best candidates for a laser peel. Those who are darker in complexion run the risk of permanent scarring. For those patients who have darker complexions, fractional laser resurfacing may be a better option.
Does laser skin resurfacing have any side effects?Side effects and their intensity will vary from patient to patient based on skin sensitivity. The most common side effects include redness, minor swelling, some discomfort, itchiness, and possible peeling. Your aesthetician will go over your post-care regimen and discuss with you what types of products you can or cannot use on your skin.
When is the best time to schedule laser skin resurfacing treatments?Since you may experience some redness after the procedure, you may want to book your treatment on a Friday so you have a few days to recover before returning to work. We also recommend that treatments be done at least one week before a big event.
Are there any laser skin resurfacing risks or complications?Any laser treatment comes with some degree of risk. In most cases, complications occur when the patient does not provide correct or complete medical information such as current medications, recent sun exposure, and/or any existing health conditions.
Other complications such as scarring or hyperpigmentation can occur when the patient does not follow post-care instructions (such as avoiding sun exposure) provided by the aesthetician.
What is the difference between microdermabrasion and laser skin resurfacing?While microdermabrasion can help improve texture irregularities on the surface of the skin, laser skin resurfacing is ideal for those who have more severe and deeper scarring, or hyperpigmentation.
How can I maintain my results?Sun protection is crucial to keeping the results of your laser skin resurfacing treatments from diminishing. Also, maintaining a healthy diet, minimizing your alcohol consumption, and quitting smoking will help. It is important to also stay hydrated and to moisturize with medical grade skin care products like the ones we carry.


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How far along: 13 weeks 3 days
Size of Babies: About 3 inches
Weight Gain: 125, I'm gaining it back!
Clothing: Loose tops and a belly band, headed for maternity clothing!
Gender: Will find out in September
Movement: Thought I felt something!
Sleep: Still bad
Symptoms: Getting an appetite back, tired, back hurts :(
Morning sickness: Getting better
What I miss: vino
Cravings: Fruit still
Best moment this week: Got my Zofran refilled after a week of terribleness!
What am I looking forward to: Wednesdays ultrasound!
How is Tristan: Taking it like a champ :)
This Week in my Belly:
Fingerprints have formed on your baby's tiny fingertips, her veins and organs are clearly visible through her still-thin skin, and her body is starting to catch up with her head — which makes up just a third of her body size now. If you're having a girl, she now has more than 2 million eggs in her ovaries. Your baby is almost 3 inches long (the size of a medium shrimp) and weighs nearly an ounce.


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This one is all about the Pantomimes and Christmas Shows, and there were certainly lots to include.
One of the signs that Christmas is on it's way is seeing `The Snowman' on television, this year Chiswick Mum, GlobalMouse Travels and The Pigeon Pair and Me all went along to The Saddlers Wells Peacock Theatre in London to see it live. Bubba Blue and Me combined the Snowman with the Nutcracker in a concert at Coventry Cathedral, whilst Truly Madly Kids watched the Nutcracker on Ice as part of The Winter Wonderland.
Are We Nearly There Yet ?, Max & Mummy and Entertaining Elliot all went to see Aladdin at The Lighthouse, Poole, but he was obviously a busy man as Tired Mummy of Two watched him at St Helens Theatre Royal, Adventures in Homeschool saw him at The Opera House Manchester, GlobalMouse Travels caught him at Bath Theatre Royal and Fashion Mommy reviewed him at Wolverhampton Grand, a very busy man this year!
Dick Whittington was watched by The Mum Diaries at Key Theatre, The Gingerbread House at The Compass Theatre and Me, My Life and The Tardis accompanied by several Brownies at the Marlowe Theatre!
Cinderella was also a busy lady this festive season Are We Nearly There Yet ? and The Life of Spicers saw her at Bournemouth Pavilion, and GlobalMouse Travels and Practically Perfect Mums watched the performance on Ice at Bristol Hippodrome with Torvill and Dean. Mum Friendly saw Cinderella at York Theatre Royal. Yorkshire Tots attended a Cinderella Show specifically for the younger audience with The Rainbow Factory Kids, Bubba Blue and Me saw a slightly different version at the Mill Arts Centre.
Disney Frozen on Ice was a popular choice this year, slightly away from the traditional pantomime, but very magical, read all about it from Chelsea Mamma, Dear Bear and Beany, Emmys Mummy and 3 Little Ladies and Me.
Read all about Robin Hood and Babes in The Wood from Pink Oddy at The Roses Thatre and Are We Nearly There Yet ? at the Mayflower.
I seem to be the only one who saw Beauty and The Beast this year, Eowyn and I had a lovely afternoon at the Marina Theatre, you can check out our thoughts over at Big Family Little Adventures, whilst Cardiff Mummy Says watched Peter Pan at New Theatre Cardiff featuring none other than `The Hoff'.
Hollybobbs as part of vlogmas went to see Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, check out her thoughts, A Strong Coffee To Go saw Sleeping Beauty at The Anvil.
An Organised Mess and Cardiff Mummy Says and Welsh Mummy Blogs all went to see The Borrowers at the Sherman Theatre, Pigeon Pair and Me and Not Just the 3 of Us went along to try out the Backyard Cinema, see what they both thought.
Cardiff Mummy Says also reviewed Mary Poppins at the Wales Millennium Centre, Christmas Carol at The Orbit Centre, The Emperors New Clothes, also reviewed by An Organised Mess.
This Mummy Loves tells us all about Beasty Baby at Lakeside Arts, a one hour show perfect for younger audience members, Snow White and The seven Dwarfs was seen by My Tunbridge Wells at the Assembly Hall Theatre. Rock and Roll Pussycat went to see Jack and The Beanstalk at the Gala Theatre, Durham.
Adventures of Adam tells us all about Thursford Christmas and Santas Winter Wonderland Snowdome, they both sound amazing.
If you are not too keen on a traditional pantomime, check out these alternative shows, Chelsea Mamma went to see Marvel Universe Live, Man vs Pink saw Kiki's Delivery Service at the Southwark Playhouse, Family Friendly Working reviewed Adventures in Moominland at the Southbank Centre, Yorkshire Tots went to see The Witches at West Yorkshire Playhouse. or how about Stick Man Live reviewed by Mama Wilkos.
I hope you have enjoyed this bumper Christmas bundle of Art & Culture, don't forget to tweet me at @bigfamilies with your posts for next month or email at [email protected], next month we shall be looking at Arts, Culture & Heritage for the Spring.
About Mandi Morrison
Mandi is mum to seven children , three girls and four boys, aged 3 to 18, she is a joint partner in a Leisure & Tourism Consultancy and PR company with her husband Asa, they live just on the edge of the Norfolk Broads with lots of chickens! You can read about all their adventures over at Big Family Little Adventures, specialising in travel and days out for the larger family and Big Family Organised Chaos a parenting blog detailing day to day life with seven children, fun and chaos guaranteed!
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Recently I've had a massive clear out of my room, as well as taking a few bags of bits to charity shops, I've put some stuff on eBay, so I thought I'd share on my blog some of the bit I'm selling on eBay incase anyone who comes across my blog is interested in buying anything I'm selling.
All of the items are in good condition and the bids are starting real cheap, so you may be able to get yourself a nice little bargain.
The link to all this bits I'm selling on eBay is here, and I'll link each individual item along with the pictures and start price below.
|Denim Floral Print Shorts Size 10 (bids starting at 99p)
|Floral M&S Bra Size 34DD (bids starting at £2.50)
|SoulCap Strip Skirt Size 10 (bids starting at £1.20)
|H&M Size 12 Blonde Top (bids starting at 99p)
|Pretty Floral Skirt Size L (bids starting at 99p)
|Size 6 River Island Heels (bids starting at £3.50)
These are just a few of the bits I'm selling, I will be adding more to my eBay over the next few days so keep your eyes peeled. Obviously you can find more photos and details through the eBay links. I'm happy to answer and questions you might have or discuss prices.
Sorry this was a bit of a different post.
Hope you like some of the little bits.


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We work cooperatively to build partnerships which broaden our base of planning and action.We provide and promote leadership to develop solutions to issues challenging our community.
Our purpose is to provide important and valuable services, of high quality, that build and strengthen our community.Our positive, professional service is central to our purpose and is our cornerstone value.
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Clad in luxurious top grain leather upholstery, the Java Saddle Brown Leather Club Chairs Set is a stylish accent to a bedroom, living room, library, den or in front of a fireplace. With extra comfort provided in the high density foam-padded back cushions, this set of two armchairs will invite you to sit and enjoy a glass of wine or relax with a book. Muslin pocketed coils on the seat cushions contour to the body, enhancing comfort, while the solid wood feet and curved track arms provide extra support.
A popular addition to homes and offices, the club chair boasts a rich history. Featured in high-end gentlemen's clubs in 19th century England, these padded, upholstered, and deep-seated armchairs provided a corner for one to relax and enjoy a drink or a cigar. Today, this once exclusive piece is still in demand and remains a favorite addition to homes, libraries, and upscale establishments.
Because it's the natural skin of an animal, it's not unusual for leather to vary in grain or color and to have marks or range scars on the same hide. Think of them not as flaws, but as natural beauty marks.
If you prefer a more formal, timeless look for your living space, home or office, the collections from Elements Fine Home Furnishings will definitely suit your needs. Exceptional styling coupled with impeccable craftsmanship, Elements delivers high quality products at competitive prices. Classy, timeless pieces are updated to fit transitional and contemporary home decors. The sofas, loveseats, chairs, and ottomans are individually handcrafted, most of which are upholstered in superb, top grain leather hand selected by the head designer. The frames are made with solid hardwood featuring mortise and tenon joints for extra rigidity and strength, so you can be assured that your purchase will last for years. Resilient, high density foam padding and muslin pocket coils ensure comfort is not sacrificed.
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Ever look back at your life and wonder how much of the world you've seen?
For me, no.
Paying a visit to Hendrik's blog and noticing this cool link, I decided to take stock of all those exotic destinations on this planet I've set foot on. The results? I need to get out of the house more.
The red spots you see account for all the places I've been to. Using complex mathematical and graphical analysis (aka sophisticated guesswork), it is not difficult to see that I've visited only 3% of the countries in this world. With much luck, and a fat pay rise, I might be able to colour more of that map red in the years to come.
Well, at the very least, I've gotta go Disneyland.
Update: End of 2010 – Still not doing that much better!
Update: June 2014 – Western side doesn't look so blank now.


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Hello! I am Ashwini, over the moon to be here today as a guest designer! I live in Bangalore, India, with my family. I have always loved crafting, but stamping and card making are something I discovered just over 3 years ago, got completely hooked, and started with my blog shortly after. I don't exactly stick to one style - preferring to try my hand at anything and everything possible! Do stop over my blog, it would make me really happy! :)
My card was inspired by the diagonal row from Challenge 10 Badge - Chevron, Ombre and Vellum. I used Altenew Persian Motifs to stamp on some vellum and heat embossed it using Wow! copper embossing powder. I then colored the backside with Copics and fussy cut them, just outside the embossed lines. For the background, I used Heidi Swapp Chevron Stencil and blended in Mustard Seed distress ink to create an ombre effect. I then trimmed this panel and used Paper Trey Ink Stitching Lines to add some fancy edges. After mounting this panel on the card base, I adhered the flowers using Ranger Multi Medium Matte and then added the sentiment from Neat & Tangled Everyday Labels, which I stamped in Memento Tuxedo Black.
I hope you enjoyed my card and will be inspired to join the Tic-Tac-Toe challenge! Thank you so much Ka and the design team for having me as your guest! I completely enjoyed it!
Have a great day!
Thank you so much for being our guest, Ashwini! Your card is absolutely beautiful! We love the bold colors too! Please swing by Ashwini blog to check out all her amazing cards! I know you'll not be disappointed!!


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As for my personal cycling, it's been a great week.
I was able to get in three very productive days, with excellent ride.
I was off today, but we got some much needed rain, so it meant a day off. In fact, it will be Sunday before I will be back on the bike. It will be tough..but I think I deserve a few days off!


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Vice President Hamid Ansari considers quantity, quality and equality as the three sides of a triangle which would ensure the Right to Education. These three aspects target all that is required for the overall growth of the education scenario in our country. It addresses the infrastructural facilities that should be provided for setting up schools, the recruitment of proper faculty members for this process and the easy availability of education for all without any discrimination. Provision of such facilities as stated by Hamid Ansari is the secret to any country's progress.
Hamid Ansari while addressing the National Stocktaking Convention being organized by the Right to Education Forum, said the decline in state funding in the key social sector programmes, including education, is of particular concern. He sought the Right to Education Act which remains a remarkable achievement that provides access, equity and inclusion for all children, despite several shortcomings in its implementation. However, he also believes in the scope of improvement and had faith in its achievements that has shown a remarkable growth in the last six years.
Also Read : How to Encourage Older Learners to Complete their Education?
According to Ansari the experience gained in operating the RTE for the past six years should inform the correctives to reduce the gaps – monitoring the implementation of the Act needs to be taken more seriously. In his speech regarding this issues he stated, "Vibrant partnerships among the departments and organizations concerned with children, acceleration of poverty reduction programmes of the Rural Development, and ensuring that the state governments get the Panchayati Raj institutions appropriately involved." He focused on critical points which if taken into account could show great improvements.
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The mountains are filling with snow, and because it is cold it is not melting. A good time to pull out the hats and mittens and bundle up. My brother and his wife from Minnesota are here visiting and they are in no rush to head home because there are snow storms blowing through the area. We are happy to reminisce and create more new memories. :-)
I fell in love with this antique quilt for sale. It would add a marvelous spot of color to any room. If it is still there when I next visit, I will use that as a sign that it belongs in my home!
Just one of those store bought quilts......you understand what I mean.....but still lovely. Quilts add so much warmth and coziness to a room.
How about these for large shaker boxes?!
A beautiful basket quilt on the bed, but I especially like the lamp.
This little alcove was filled with brooms and a variety of signs.
The temptations are many.
Live each day like the gift it is.
More great lights.
"Life in not a path of coincidence, happenstance and luck, but rather an unexplainable, meticulously charted course for one to touch the lives of others and make a difference in the world."
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Trireme Award This month's Trireme Award for "the worst terms since I was last chained to the oars" goes jointly to the Independent and the Telegraph. Both are reported paying a big fat zero for online comment pieces– the latter for one about Wonderwoman, who would surely have lassoed a little more had she done it herself.
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I remember one of the first times a boy drove me home from a night out together. As we pulled up my driveway and came to a halt, I may have taken more than 5 seconds to exit his vehicle when suddenly the front lights of my house started flashing on and off extremely fast. There was nothing wrong with the power that night. It was my mom. That was her signal for me to get the F inside my house and for said boy to get the F out of my driveway. Subtle mom…really subtle.
Fast forward to 2017. I am now a proud mom to 3 rapidly growing girls. Try as I might to hit the slow down button – they are aging at lightning speed. I know that strobe lights are in my future and I will worry just as my mom did when they are out past 8:15 pm. Even though I would like to think that as moms we hold the power… looking back on those younger years I realize there is only so much we can control. Curfew, dating advice and social media limits will be unchartered territory for me… but there is one thing I DO know about making the teenage years BETTER. It's a dirty little secret that most parents don't know about… and this time our girls aren't trying to screw us…they don't know about it either.
The little secret is hiding in your teenager's bathroom.
Let me explain.
The average teenage girl puts 17 products on her body EVERY. SINGLE. DAY.
You read that right. 17.
That means that on any given day your girl is exposed to about 200 chemicals through her personal care products like mascara, lip gloss and deodorant.
And why should we give a shit?
All of these chemicals are absorbed into her skin and bloodstream.
And in case her emotional shifts aren't enough of an indication – a girls body is going through enormous developmental changes during the teen years. From bone and brain function to hormonal system changes to metabolism… shit is getting real.
During this window of time, teeny tiny levels of hormones are what shape a girls development. So when little miss makeup kit comes in with her seemingly innocent dose of who knows what – it is easy for the body to interpret those chemicals as natural and change function accordingly. In the science world we call these shit disturbers "endocrine disruptors." Suffice it to say they have just enough power to mess things up (think neurobehavioral problems, cancer cell growth and obesity).
Many teen girls are entering puberty earlier than they were a generation ago—in part due to childhood and in-utero exposures to endocrine disruptors. Early puberty puts girls at a higher risk for later-life breast cancer, and the shortened childhood has other implications including an increased risk of depression.
As a mom to three girls I give a lot of fucks about a lot of things… but I give an especially big one to making sure I do whatever I can to keep my kids safe and healthy. Given that teens also have a mind of their own, I am working to teach my kids why all this stuff matters. I'm hoping that when it comes time for them to buy their own products they will ask some of the same questions I am asking now.
Last summer there was a study conducted where 100 teenage girls were asked to discontinue use of products that contained certain hormone disrupting chemicals. The findings were crazy. After just three days there was a significant drop in levels of hormone-disrupting chemicals in their bloodstream. This study proved what many of us already knew to be true – the products we choose do make a difference.
So what's an oblivious mom to do?
First of all, encourage your daughter to limit the number of products used. Less is more. If the things I mentioned above aren't enough to make her care, you can tell her that the use of cosmetics can also cause skin damage and acne.
Secondly, there is a free app from the Environmental Working Group that anyone can download. It is called "Healthy Living." We can use this app to look up the products that we already have and get safety information on them. We can also search and scan labels for BETTER alternatives. Encourage your daughter to download this herself. It will take her 30 seconds to figure it out (trust me, I have tested this with many teen girls). Instead of you lecturing her on what is good and bad you will be giving her the tools to figure that out herself. More and more teens are seeking out companies that don't test on animals. Remind your kid that companies shouldn't test on humans either.
But your kid really does need some skincare and she wants to wear makeup too… What now?
Learning to take care of our skin is a normal part of growing up. Unfortunately, having acne is a very normal part of growing up too.
Here is my quick and easy guide to keeping skin clean and healthy.
First of all we should all be sure to:
- drink enough water
- eat plenty of whole foods
- wear sunscreen every day
Kids aren't really thinking about aging and wrinkles but good habits start early and sun damage is cumulative – which means it adds over a lifetime and shows up later in the form of wrinkles, skin issues and cancers. A safe, mineral based sunscreen like this one is key. (For more on sunscreen safety click here).
Once teenagers start to experience oily skin or breakouts it is time to start cleansing every day. It's easy to start with evening cleansing. This may be something to do in the shower. Face cleansers are better than soap because they are more gentle and less irritating. Things to keep in mind with cleansing:
- make sure hands are clean
- wash well around the jawbone and hairline
- pat gently after washing to leave some moisture on the skin
Athletes may need to cleanse more often and might want to toss a face wash in their gym bag.
You've heard it before and you will hear it again. Tempting as popping can be… pimples should be left alone. Popping them can lead to marks, scars and irritation.
If your teen notices his/her skin feels dry, a moisturizer can be helpful. Skin needs hydration and nutrition and a good, clean product should give it just that.
Aside from these products (sunscreen, cleanser & moisturizer) there really isn't much else that is needed for young skin. A clay mask is fun and a gentle exfoliator can be nice to use a few days a week… but more is not better when it comes to teens and skin care.
Here are my favorite product picks for teen skin.
1. Sunscreen: Non-nano zinc oxide based formula that I love because it is light, has a nice scent and rubs in clear.
2.Charcoal Bar: This bar contains activated charcoal, coconut oil and green tea and can be used on the body or face. It is perfect for anyone who struggles with breakouts or who tends to have oily skin.
3. Nourishing Cream Cleanser:Super every day cleanser for normal skin. Very hydrating and non-drying.
4. Nourishing Exfoliator: Can be used 2-3 days a week instead of cleanser. It is very creamy and gentle. The jojoba beads are used in place of harsh abrasive and toxic microbeads. Great for teens with drier skin.
5. Charcoal Mask: This mask contains charcoal, kaolin clay and peppermint. The charcoal draws out impurities and it exfoliates leaving the skin softer and clearer.
6. Nourishing Night Cream: This night cream is lightweight and non-greasy. It will help the skin stay hydrated and nourished.
7. When it comes to makeup, teenagers have their own ideas. But sticking with a safe line of cosmetics that is free of harmful ingredients but also contaminants like heavy metals is key. I love the way this Beautycounter makeup looks on women of all ages.
If you still think this whole clean beauty movement is a little overblown check this out. Alarming but not uncommon…and always BETTER to err on the side of caution.
For questions, skin-specific recommendations, to schedule a get together with your teen or any other information feel free to reach out! email@example.com


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Yep some George spirit is in it:) Especially at the beginning. I think I'm gonna give this lesson a try, lately I am trying to learn the minor scale, as having only pentatonic scale at my disposal (and not knowing it inside out) is not enough even for me;)
There are great solo parts in this lesson. The 3 part minor approach is also very useful.
So thanks for another great lesson.
Excellent playing, Laszlo! Love this lesson!
Very good lesson topic and playing Laszlo!
This is a very cool one, Laszlo! The tone is also awesome.
Dude you ae just churning awesome lessons one after the other...
i find this very useful for beginners for sure!, a great example of how to change the positions!
Great stuff man.
Thanks guys! I hope this will be a really useful lesson! Glad you like it!
Another great, useful lesson!! Nice one Laszlo!!
Laszlo! Great lesson partner! I ´like your tone, is great!
Great lesson - but THIS is a 3 (THREE!!)??
Good lord I´m experiencing backwards development of my skills - not good!! ;-)
Great, important topic Laszlo & great playin' !
Thanks for all the comments guys!
nice lesson man, awesome playing!
Great tone, playing and feel Laszlo, you rock as always man
Nice phrasing, awesome lines, man
awesome lesson Laszlo, well done
Hi GMC-ers!
Welcome to my new lesson, in which I would like to give some ideas on how we can use an E minor scale in three positions and how we can switch between them! Some parts of this solo reminds me a bit to George Lynch's style. I guess his playing is unique.
The key of this lesson is E minor. We use three E minor scales. At the first the seventh and the eleventh fret
The solo begins in E minor at the 7th fret and after some slided notes we continue it with some open string blues patterns in the first and the second mode henceforward in E minor. Then this part is closed at the 7th fret again. The third part is at the 12th fret. Here we use mainly the E blues pentatonic scale.
And in the last part a simple melody playing from a 7th fret E minor scale again.
I hope you'll enjoy this lesson!
The lesson contains the following techniques:
-palm muting
-alternate picking
Good practicing!


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[edit] This is an overview of i18n (Internationalization) capabilities of Ben, running OpenWrt.
Ben has complete UTF-8 support.
[edit] Console
This package contains cyrillic font for setfont2, linux console keymap for typing cyrillic letters, kernel unicode-to-font mapping table, icon for gmenu2x (ash-rus) and some helper scripts, that set necessary environment variables. ben-cyrillic package can be installed by running:
opkg update opkg install ben-cyrillic
After you have installed this package, you can start ash-rus from gmenu2x (you might have to restart gmenu2x for new icon to appear).
Use the key to switch between keyboard layouts.
This is the keymap as installed by ben-cyrillic package:
ben-cyrillic is shipped with phonetic keymap as well. However, it is a question what is the best way to map 7 cyrillic letters (33-26) not corresponding to latin letters. Suggestions (as pictures or keymaps) are appreciated. For now, it looks like this:
If you are not happy with setfont2 font provided with ben-cyrillic, you can try terminus font:
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This font has all cyrillic glyphs and supports colors.
- gmenu2x
gmenu2x is started via /usr/bin/gmenu2x wrapper. Since gmenu2x is used to launch other applications (like mc, centerim, abook..) which may require i18n support, it is convenient to modify the /usr/bin/gmenu2x wrapper to load necessary fonts:
#!/bin/sh source /etc/profile loadkeys /usr/share/ben-cyrillic/ben_ru_uni.map 2>&1 > /dev/null setfont /usr/share/kbd/consolefonts/ter-v12n.psf 2>&1 > /dev/null # or use an alternative font (the one used in ben-cyrillic package) # setfont2 /usr/share/ben-cyrillic/un-fuzzy-6x10-font_rus.pnm trap "" hup clear exec /usr/bin/gmenu2x.bin
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This terminal emulator supports all possible Unicode glyphs.
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Ben is already shipped with Qt keymap supporting cyrillic input. You can hold the while pressing other keys to type cyrillic. This is a problem that the key needs to be hold, however, i couldn't find another working solution for that. See [1]
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