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A quest to see birds brings the world into view for two high-achieving Texas birders. In Texas streams, native mussels act as canaries-in-the-coal-mine for water quality. To make the best jellies (recipes included), you have to harvest your share of local berries with care. Carter Smith sounds a call to action in the fight against zebra mussels. Meet Corpus Christi's longtime columnist Phyllis Yochem, who carries on the newspaper's birding legacy. Then read about Kerrville's exemplary Riverside Nature Center, water willows and water otters, the lovely Lake Somerville State Park, tips to save water, and navigating photography's exposure triangle.
By Russell Roe
David Shackelford can recall the moment that changed his life — the moment that set him on a path to become the youngest person to see 8,000 bird species. As a teenager at Pedernales Falls State Park, where his dad was superintendent, he was scrambling up a rock face to get a closer look at a plant when he noticed a golden-cheeked warbler. It fluttered around and landed on his finger. Read more.
Story and Photos By Larry D. Hodge
When you want to gauge the health of a stream, look at what lives there. Or died there. Aquatic insects, crustaceans, worms and mollusks that live in streams are widely used to determine a stream's biological condition. These organisms can be found in all rivers and streams, even in the smallest streams that cannot support fish. Because they are relatively stationary and cannot escape pollution, these critters can be compared to canaries in a coal mine in detecting unhealthy conditions. Read more.
By Dyanne Fry CortezIllustrations By Clemente Guzman
I still recall the summer I discovered mustang grapes. I was 18 years old, working in a Youth Conservation Corps camp at Inks Dam National Fish Hatchery. One of our projects was clearing undergrowth from the Colorado River bank west of the rearing ponds. When we started, the place was a jungle. It had huge, lovely shade trees, but they were hard to find in the tangle of weeds, shrubs and vines. Any visitor who wanted to bushwhack a path to the water risked a run-in with poison ivy. Within a week, nearly everyone on our crew had a rash. Less hostile, but equally abundant, were the gray-green, heart-shaped leaves and twisty, grooved wood of wild grapevines. Read more.
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Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is based on the Tony Award-winning musical with a book by Hugh Wheeler and words and music by Stephen Sondheim. The Broadway show originally opened on March 1, 1979. Len Cariou won the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his portrayal of Sweeney Todd. Angela Lansbury took home Best Actress honors for her portrayal of Mrs. Lovett. The show also took the award for Best Musical, among others. After its initial run of 557 performances, Sweeney Todd has been done by countless touring companies and even had an award-winning Broadway revival in 2005.
Given the dark nature of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, it seems only natural that director Tim Burton and (as I like to call him) the quirky actor Johnny Depp be the forces behind the film version. Sweeney Todd tells the story of a barber formerly known as Benjamin Barker (Johnny Depp) who has been exiled from London for fifteen years by the hateful judge Turpin (Alan Rickman). Turpin is obsessed with Barker's wife, Lucy (Laura Michelle Kelly). After raping Lucy, the judge steals the Barkers' daughter, Johanna (Jayne Wisener). Obsessed with revenge, Benjamin returns to London as Sweeney Todd. Unable to locate his wife and daughter, instead he finds Nellie Lovett (Helena Bonham Carter) running a meat pie shop below where he used to work as a barber. Todd's travel mate discovers that Johanna is alive, but under the very watchful eye of Turpin and his colleague, Beadle Bamford (Timothy Spall). Without giving away any major plot points, suffice to say that Sweeney Todd uses his skills as a barber to skillfully "cut" his way to revenge.
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is considered by many to be Stephen Sondheim's most complex musical score. It relies heavily on harmonies and has been performed as an opera on several occasions. It says a lot for Johnny Depp as an actor, a guy who has played guitar in a band but never sang on screen before, that he would take on such a challenge. When I first heard that Depp was going to play Sweeney Todd in a musical version of the film, I thought, "You gotta be kidding me." This is one of the great musical scores of all time. I was pleasantly surprised. While Depp isn't a great singer, and probably won't be doing a musical on Broadway anytime soon, he does an admirable job. He clearly wasn't afraid to put his own unique spin on the work of Sondheim, and didn't feel pressured to copy the singing style of the actors who won awards for the part before him. Depp's strong sense of self and individuality tends to benefit him in all of his performances.
Helena Bonham Carter and Alan Rickman do good work in their roles as well. Carter's unorthodox appearance and demeanor serve her well as she serves up meat pies. However, her vocal abilities were a bit lacking. While Depp was able to find a singing style that worked for his character, Carter's singing voice comes across as far too squeaky and weak for the character of Mrs. Lovett. While it's not fair to compare Carter to theater greats Angela Lansbury and Patti Lupone, when each of them played the role on stage they were able to project their voices in a forceful way. It didn't seem like Bonham Carter had that ability, and in a musical a weak voice hurts your overall performance. However, her chemistry with Depp is undeniable and does help the film move through each song. As he always seems to do, Rickman plays a great bad guy. He handles his songs with relative ease and proves, yet again, that he's a very versatile actor.
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is both a strange and entertaining film. Yes, it's a musical but it's also horror, drama, and romance all in one. Tim Burton is the perfect person to direct the film and Johnny Depp is excellent in the title role. It is wonderful to see this Sondheim musical classic finally get the film treatment it so richly deserved.
The DVD is presented in 1.85:1 anamorphic widescreen. Everything about this film is dark, so color isn't really an issue, but the picture is clear. The audio is presented in three Dolby Digital 5.1 soundtracks. English, French, and Spanish languages are supported with both 5.1 multi-channel mix and subtitles.
The first disc has one special feature "Burton + Depp + Carter = Todd" (26:06); this is a rather good "making of" featurette with the actors, director and Stephen Sondheim discussing the film. Disc two contains "Sweeney Todd Press Conference, November 2007" (19:40). Burton, Depp, Carter, Richard Zanuck, Alan Rickman and Timothy Spall all take questions from the audience. For a press conference, there's some pretty fun stuff here. The feature "Sweeney is Alive: The Real History of the Demon Barber" (20:07) looks into the possibility that a serial killer similar to Sweeney Todd existed in early London, and made meat pies out of his victims.
The next feature deals with the music. "Musical Mayhem: Sondheim´s Sweeney Todd" (12:03), looks at how Tim Burton adapted Sondheim's musical score for the screen. "Sweeney´s London" (16:15) takes a look at the city when the film takes place. "The Making of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" (23:59) is more about the making of the movie. "Grand Guignol: A Theatrical Tradition" (19:13) tells viewers about a theater located in Paris, France that specializes in horror. "Designs for a Demon Barber" (8:55) looks at the costumes, designs and visuals for the film. "Bloody Business" (8:52) looks at the visual effects used to create all the blood and death in the film. "Movietone Unscripted with Tim Burton and Johnny Depp" (11:35) finds the two interviewing each other on the show. "The Razor´s Refrain" (8:40) shows photographs from the film. A photo gallery and theatrical trailer are also included.
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Milk Bar's Comedy Festival Picks
Posted by The Events Editorial Team
28. Mar, 2012
Now in its 26th year the Melbourne International Comedy Festival is once again upon us for a month of giggles, guffaws and hundreds of acts in all shapes, sizes and price points – from glitzy international acts to the off-off Broadway show a friend of a friend is holding in his closet.
Pass by the Town Hall any night and you're libel to end up with more flyers than at an anti-Kony rally, and while it's impossible to list all the acts we'd like to see the Milk Bar team's put together a list of the performers and events we'll be queuing for this autumn.
Puppets are cool, The Muppets, Fraggle Rock, Meet the Feebles and Yoda are testament to this. Who knows, even Jar Jar Binks might have been better if he were a puppet…maybe. Sammy J is also cool, and really funny too. The multi-award winning comic and purple puppet Randy (who, contrary to popular belief, is not based on Grimace) are back with a brand new show 'Inheritance' – a tall tale of ancient parchments, royal scandals and flimsy props!
WHEN: 29 March to 22 April
WHERE: Forum Theatre – downstairs, cnr Russell and Flinders Sts
WEB: www.comedyfestival.com.au/2012/season/shows/the-inheritance-sammy-j-randy-in/
More than just a comedy show, Daniel Kitson's performances are closer to philosophy than stand-up. Kitson has a mind the size of a small planet which means anything can happen at one of his shows (a few years back Kitson broke up with his girlfriend before the show and spend the night regaling the audiences with his musings on love). His new show 'Where Once Was Wonder' covers typical Kitson territory – impossibility, change, not joining in, love, haircuts, loneliness, courage, defiance, knowledge, despondency, cutting the head off a pig, meaning, tattoos and something a Spanish footballer once said.'
WHEN: March 28 – April 15
WHERE: Arts Centre Playhouse, 100 St Kilda Rd Melbourne
WEB: www.comedyfestival.com.au/2012/season/shows/where-once-was-wonder-daniel-kitson/
Yes, he used to be Capt'n Snooze, but Rod Quantock also happens to be one of the festival's funniest and most passionate Melburnians, as you'll learn if you go on his walking tour. Laughter, exercise and history = yes. BYO hat, sunscreen, umbrella. Novelty glasses provided.
WHEN: 31 March – 22 April
WHERE: All around
WEB: www.comedyfestival.com.au/2012/season/shows/third-annual-mystery-comedy-walking-tour-rod-quantock-s/
Two local dudes. They dress up and sing and generally do absurd and wildly amusing stuff. If you like Tim and Eric Awesome Show you'll like this.
WHEN: March 29 – April 22
WHERE: Melbourne Town Hall, Lunch Room
WEB: www.comedyfestival.com.au/2012/season/shows/boneshaker-this-is-siberian-husky/
It's been scientifically proven that jokes delivered in a British accent always sound pithier, and the UK's Simon Amstell is a crack shot with one liners. The British comedian/actor/screenwriter is a household name in Old Blighty, where he's known for his work on Grandma's House and as a TV presenter on the BBC's Never Mind the Buzzcocks. This year sees Amstell's Aussie debut of the dry delivery comic.
WHEN: April 10 – 22
WHERE: Melbourne Town Hall – Lower Town Hall
WEB: www.comedyfestival.com.au/2012/season/shows/numb-simon-amstell/
Simon Keck
Another Simon, but this one from Oz. And yes, he's a lot ruder and swears a lot. In fact, Simon Keck might just be the rudest comic we've seen. And cerebral. And hootingly hilarious. Keck's show about death and dick jokes is sure to illicit some awkward silences and plenty of shits 'n' giggles. Not one for Granny.
WHEN: Wed – Sat @ 8pm, March 28 to April 21
WHERE: Madame Brussels, Level 3, 59 – 63 Bourke St, Melbourne
WEB: www.comedyfestival.com.au/2012/season/shows/cheating-life-simon-keck/
Not everything's happening in the CBD, and St. Ali proves that even moustached baristas can have a sense of humour (sort of). Throughout the festival the justly famed café will be hosting a series of late night parties, DJs, karaoke, burlesque and free comedy shows.
WHEN: March 28 – April 21, Tues – Sat from 10.30pm
WHERE: St. Ali, Yarra Place South Melbourne
WEB: stali.com.au
Any festival worth its salt needs a hub where punters and performers can blow off some steam over a beer, compare notes and plan their next gig. The subterranean Festival Club at Hi-Fi is the place to do such things, as well as see a bunch of rotating shows every night of the fest for a song.
WHEN:Tues – Sun, March 29 – April 21
WHERE: Hi-Fi Bar, 125 Swanston St, Melbourne (opp Town Hall)
WEB: www.comedyfestival.com.au/2012/season/shows/festival-club/
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Garden Design Fest
Garden Design Fest showcases 46 of Victoria's most spectacular gardens, highlighting the work of some of the most acclaimed garden designers in the country.
Who Is Fitzy Fox?
Milk Bar Magazine speaks with Amelia Trompf, the author of the new children's book Who is Fitzy Fox?, set right here in Melbourne.
Degas: A New Vision
The NGV has been filled with the talented Edgar Degas' art containing 206 pieces of work.
Photo & Video
The 10th Whitelion Bail Out Charity Fundraiser
Bail Out's plans to help out Melbourne's disadvantaged youth.
The Fox Darkroom
Snap away with The Fox Darkroom, a mecca for photography aficionados to learn all about the traditional methods of black and white photography.
Somewhere Else video sings of summer
It almost sounds like the premise of a reality TV show: pile a bunch of artists in a bus for seven days, send them across Mexico and see what happens.


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To be honest, I don't think Yui is a tsundere. She is more like the tsukkomi to Kyoko's boke. Tsunderes are antagonistic towards a certain person because they stubbornly deny that they actually like them and Yui never does that. She buys rum raisin for Kyoko, cooks ramen for her without ever saying "I-it's not like I m-made it for you or anything, baka..." She's just very reserved and mature for her age and only becomes violent to keep her crazy friend in check - different from Ayano (who's plainly dishonest with herself), Himawari and Sakurako (the tsundere prototypes). And I think that having grown up together, Kyoko and Yui already know what the other one means/thinks, so when Yui said "Kyoko you're hopeless", Kyoko answered with "Thank you". On a sidenote, I think Kagamin from Lucky Star sort of combines Ayano's and Yui's features (tsukkomi + tsundere).
2011-07-19, 01:47 | Link #204 |
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Yui is definitely not a tsundere alright. Her relationship with Kyoko is a pretty realistic depiction of relationship between close childhood friends that have remained friends into teenhood ._. That is not to say there is no romantic element in their relationship but that it is a mature and long standing one. I'd say they are like a long time married couple instead
I misses the actual tsunderes but this episode was really good so no complaints :s |
2011-07-19, 04:51 | Link #205 | |
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Also the pictures/flashbacks of the three of them when they were smaller was too adorable for words, especially Kyouko/Yui ones . Their bed talk was really nice too . Also... since no one mentioned this yet... anyone else gets the vibe Chinatsu has a darker side to her after the kitchen scene?
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I was surprised Akari was actually in the pictures. Well, actually, she was only in one of them, but that's better than nothing
2011-07-19, 05:15 | Link #207 |
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Yep, Chinatsu is actually pretty much the opposite of Mirakurun, the magical girl who fights for justice. She's usually all sweet and innocent in front of Yui but actually has a secret bully side - which only Akari gets to see (already foreshadowed in ep01 when Chinatsu asks Akari to enter the clubroom first only to be tackled by Kyoko) xD I bet she likes the fact that Kyoko "harrasses" her because then she can let Yui protect her although she should be able to fend her off alone :P
2011-07-19, 07:30 | Link #208 |
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Location: Kappas' country.
Excellent 3rd episode. Love Yui and Kyouko interactions.
I was starting to feel a bit of pity toward Kyouko because she is trying so hard and so unsubtly to get Chinatsu's attention she can only fail at it. But then I realized Chinatsu wasn't all that important since Yui was there and is obviously a way better match for her. The exchange when they play that RPG was a good metaphor for how they deal with things *coflovecof*. Kyouko is the rushing kind who doesn't fear to be rejected, but Yui needs time, to be sure where she goes... Message is quite clear to me : fans will have to be really patient if they want to see those two together someday~
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2011-07-19, 10:17 | Link #210 |
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Special bonus from ED album.
Also, http://yuruyuri.com/story/index.html look for Akarin on the top. This is just too cruel.
2011-07-19, 12:15 | Link #212 |
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Yeah, this was fun. Just like Kyouko writing her name so that she won't shouldn't forget her.
Too bad there won't be a subforum for this series, try to imagine a character poll when among several choices you can pick in the bottom the option: Others - Akarin.
2011-07-19, 22:28 | Link #217 |
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Episode 1 is really good but episode 2 is even better. This series is becoming my top 3 favorite series of the season. Kyouko is definitely my favorite character. She's so funny. Haha. I've taken a liking to Ayano, Chitose and Himawari, too. <:
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2011-07-20, 05:43 | Link #220 |
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Akarin in the foreground of the new cover?! What is this I don't even...
At least the thingy (forgot how it's called...) for the anime set things right. It's only a matter of time before we see a similar OP in the anime
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India joins China in boycott of EU carbon scheme
New Delhi, March 22, 2012
India formally joined China in asking its airlines to boycott the European Union's carbon scheme, confirming what a senior Indian government source previously told Reuters and stoking a diplomatic row over the issue.
"Though the European Union (EU) has directed Indian carriers to submit emission details of their aircraft by March 31, 2012, no Indian carrier is submitting them in view of the position of the government," India's civil aviation minister Ajit Singh said on Thursday.
"Hence the imposition of a carbon tax does not arise," Singh told lawmakers in a written reply. The European Commission was not immediately available to comment.
India's opposition to the Emission Trading Scheme (ETS) could damage the chances of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) it is negotiating with the EU.
On Monday, a senior government official told Reuters that India would ask local airlines not to buy carbon credits from or share emissions data with the bloc.
The row is over a scheme which could levy charges for carbon emissions for flights in and out of Europe.
Any showdown with the EU will add to differences between India and the bloc over duties on cars and market access for software and services companies already in the way of the FTA.
"It would probably be extremely difficult, if not impossible, to get the FTA through the (European) parliament if India does this (ignores the EU's ETS aviation law) and India is in the last stage of this negotiation," said Glyn Ford, a former European lawmaker who now works at Brussels-based consultancy GPlus.
International outcry
Foreign governments, including the world's top three carbon emitters - the United States, China and India - say the EU is exceeding its legal jurisdiction by charging for an entire flight, as opposed to just the part covering European airspace.
Singh said local airlines would not comply with a request by the EU to submit their emission details by March 31, and a "basket of measures" was available to the Indian government to counter the scheme.
In a meeting last month in Moscow of the so-called "coalition of the unwilling", countries opposed to the EU law including India agreed on retaliatory steps, although it did not agree on enforcing them.
China said in February its airlines were barred from participating in the EU Emissions Trading Scheme unless they won government approval. Beijing has also suspended the purchase of $14 billion worth of jets from European maker Airbus.
Under the EU's ETS, no airlines will face a bill until next year after emissions have been calculated and even then they will be entitled to free allowances to cover 85 percent of carbon generated up to a benchmark level.
The EU's Climate Commissioner has repeatedly said the EU will stand by its scheme unless the United Nations' International Civil Aviation Organization can come up with a global plan to curb rising carbon emissions from aircraft. – Reuters


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Peeing in swimming pools may be hazardous to your health. That's the message from scientists who have found that compounds in urine mix with chlorine to form chemicals that have been linked to respiratory effects in swimmers.
"If swimmers avoided urinating in pools, then air and water quality would likely improve independent of other changes in water treatment or air circulation," the scientists from China Agricultural University and Purdue University wrote in the journal Environmental Science & Technology.
Researchers in recent years have been trying to determine whether breathing disinfection byproducts in the air at indoor pools can lead to asthma or other respiratory problems.
In a series of laboratory experiments, the scientists combined water collected from swimming pools in China with mixtures meant to mimic the chemical composition of sweat and urine. Chlorine, used to disinfect pools, reacts with a number of chemicals found in human sweat and urine.
Uric acid, found in urine, accounted for 24 to 68 per cent (depending on temperature, water pH and chlorine condition) of the byproduct cyanogen chloride in the pool water samples. Cyanogen chloride can affect multiple organs, including the lungs, heart, and central nervous system via inhalation.
This is the first time uric acid has been identified as a major cyanogen chloride precursor in swimming pools, the researchers noted. Roughly 93 per cent of uric acid in swimming pools comes from human urine. Sweat also contributes a small amount.
Uric acid also accounted for about three to four percent of another byproduct, trichloramine, in pool water. Previous studies have found that urea, another urine compound, converts readily to trichloramine.
Exposure to trichloramine at pools has been linked to reduced lung function in adult swimmers, and itchy eyes, runny nose and voice loss in lifeguards.
Swimming pools also might affect the airways of competitive swimmers. Bronchial biopsies of swimmers showed airway changes, including Inflammation, similar to those seen in people with mild asthma, although the changes weren't associated with asthma symptoms.
Some studies have suggested a connection between childhood asthma and swimming in indoor pools, while others have found no connection.
The average swimmer introduces the equivalent of up to two shot glasses of urine into a pool each time he or she takes a dip, according to previous research.
This article has been republished with permission from Environmental Health News.
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Featuring American bistro-style fare, ranging from baked brie and burgers, to exotic game dishes such as ostrich and elk.
Full menu to please every palate. Daily specials and soup du jour. Our monthly wine dinners feature several courses, paired with wine. Outdoor seating available. Catering for up to 300.
The cafe is housed in an 1847 home, originally called White Lace for all the white lacy gingerbread that adorns the long front porch.
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Apricots/Peaches | 1 Kilogram, washed | |
Water | 2 Tablespoon (As Required) | |
Sugar | 7 Kilogram | |
Citric acid/Juice of 1 lime | 1⁄2 Teaspoon |
Check the fruit for any bruised or overripe bits.
Cut them out, chop the fruit and remove the kernels.
If however you wish to add the almonds in the seeds, crack them and keep the almonds aside.
Put the fruit into the pressure cooker with about 2 tablespoons of water.
Close the cooker, put the weight on and after the cooker reaches maximum pressure, reduce the heatand keep for 3-4 minutes.
Let the pressure reduce by itself if you have time.
When you open the cooker, the fruit should be softened and pulpy.
Add the sugar and lime juice and stir till all the sugar is completely dissolved; then raise heat and boil till setting point is reached.
If you're using the thermometer, this should happen at 220°f or 105°C.
If you're not using a thermometer check for setting by putting a teaspoon of jam on to a cooled plate, push it with your finger.
If it wrinkles, it is done.
If you're adding the almonds, do so right at the end.
Cool and bottle.
Store in a dry, cool place.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 106 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.02 g0.02%
Saturated Fat 0 g0.01%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 0.04 mg0%
Total Carbohydrates 27 g9.1%
Dietary Fiber 0.08 g0.31%
Sugars 27.3 g
Protein 0.05 g0.11%
Vitamin A 1.5% Vitamin C 0.65%
Calcium 0.08% Iron 0.1%
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Yields 2 stuffed portabellas.
A great way to serve portabellas is to stuff them. Truth be told, the cap of a portabella, though large, is not very deep. What you really end up with is something more akin to a portabella pizza.
Stem the mushrooms and scrape the gills out of the caps with a teaspoon. Rub the caps generously with olive oil on both sides, season with salt and pepper, and either sauté, grill or broil them until tender, about 5 minutes per side.
Heat 1-1/2 Tbs. olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pancetta and fry until lightly golden. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until the onion is soft and lightly browned. Add the sage and the Parmigiano; season amply with pepper. Divide the filling between the two prepared portabella caps. Sprinkle each with a little more cheese; broil briefly to melt the cheese.
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Duration4 - 13 Hours (depends upon option)
Start time
Milford Sound Nature Cruise:
01 May - 31 Oct: 06:55am
01 Nov - 30 Apr: 07:15am
Milford Sound Fly/Nature Cruise/Fly:
01 May - 30 Sep: 12:00pm
01 Oct - 30 Apr: 12:30pm
Milford Sound Coach/Nature Cruise/Fly:
01 May - 31 Oct: 06:55am
01 Nov - 30 Apr: 07:15am
Milford Sound Nature Cruise: 13 hours (to and from Queenstown), including 2½ hrs Cruise on Milford Sound.
Milford Sound Fly/Nature Cruise/Fly: 4 hours (to and from Queenstown)
Milford Sound Coach/Nature Cruise/Fly: 10 hours (to and from Queenstown) including 2 hours 15 minutes Scenic Cruise on Milford Sound
Your hotel in Queenstown.
(Please advise your hotel at the time of booking. If you do not have this information now, please contact the local activity operator 24 hours prior to the start of the tour with these details)
Your hotel in Queenstown
Milford Sound is a stunningly beautiful fiord carved out by glaciers, and a nature cruise here offers incredible views of Mitre Peak, waterfalls and rainforest clinging to rocky cliffs. Whether the sun is out or it's raining, Milford Sound is an incredible sight to behold. Drawing hundreds of travellers every year, this is a must see attraction in New Zealand.
You have a range of options for this package.
Milford Sound Nature Cruise:
You will travel by coach between Queenstown and Milford Sound and back again. The duration of the cruise is 2½ hours and the full tour lasts 13 hours.
Milford Sound Fly/Nature Cruise/Fly:
You will travel by air between Queenstown and Milford Sound and back again. The duration of the cruise is 2 hours 15 minutes and the full tour lasts 4 hours.
Milford Sound Coach/Nature Cruise/Fly:
You will travel by coach between Queenstown and Milford Sound and fly between Milford Sound and Queenstown. The duration of the cruise is 2 hours 15 minutes and the full tour lasts 10 hours.
Itinerary on arrival in Milford Sound (all options):
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Encouraging his early passion for photography, James' parents gave him a Canon AE1 after getting tired of the countless disposable cameras he was going through! Following his AE1 James was an early adopter of the digital age and joined Jessops when he turned 16 to start earning for his first digital SLR. With enthusiasm for wildlife and underwater photography, James also has a keen interest in portraiture, macro and wedding photography.
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I have been a photographer now for over 30 years. My parents before me were writers and photographers, so I grew up with darkrooms, film and weddings. My Mum hated them! For her they were a necessary evil to earn a living - I love them! There is nothing like the buzz (stress!) of being totally responsible for capturing a couple's most important day. I love the working with people to get the very best from them. That special fizz when you know that you've landed a key shot of the day is amazing.
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LEXINGTON, Ky., Dec. 23 (UPI) - The true identity of Sybil, called the
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Friday, November 19, 2010
india day 8
this journey has been amazing so far. truly.
i've been online a total of 4 hours so my blog time has been limited. le sigh AND big kudos. fun to immerse myself in this journey.
i wanted to share a few fave photos with you to sum up the past 3 days since i was online: donning saris for arati with a local swami, shopping for upcOMing india night at tranquil space (fundraiser for 2 india charities complete with indian food, trunk show, and photos), harmonium lesson, visit to a meditation cave and temple, and yummy mint honey tea. j'adore!
oodles of photos in my "colorful india" album on my facebook page. peruse and enjoy. looks like i may be returning next november so there may be more adventures forthcOMing.
wishing you a beautiful, restful, tranquil, colorful launch into your weekend. dashing off to pick up a few more goodies for india night before teaching class this evening. bisous, bisous, bisous.
7 comments:
- Shizuka said...
Your sari looks like an evening dress! So cute!
- shelly said...
you are wearing PINK!!! you look gorgeous :)
- Lynne from NY said...
Hi Kimberly! Really enjoying this journey, thank you so much for sharing. Can't wait to hear more about it when you return to the states. Podcast muse, perhaps?
I agree with Shelly, you are so pretty in pink! - 11/19/2010 7:48 AM
- Kimberly said...
I'm so glad you're having a good time. Your mom seems to be having a blast, too which is fun to see in the pictures.
Thanks for posting pictures! - 11/19/2010 9:32 AM
- Globetrotting Cacti said...
Have loved reading about you trip and seeing the colourful photos. Happy travelling x
- Wild Tree said...
Thank you for sharing!- - Love the pictures, looks so amazing- -such an inspiration. :D - 11/20/2010 12:20 PM
- toliveinspired said...
Oh my I just listened to your podcast about your trip to india.. I wish I was in DC just to see the amazing stuff you got. All if it sound amazing and the Mala's and Journals sound beyond amazing.. I need to see what I can find on etsy or somewhere that fit that.. the mala's and sari covered journals..
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I made my post about a non genetically "Jewish" atheist before I read where you had repudiated Christian Zionism. I think we're on the same page. Yes technically Zionists would consider such a person to be "Jewish" even though such a person fit St. John's definition of an "antichrist". And I believe this is the fulfilment of the prophecy of the "synagogue of Satan". Even in the old testament when Jews left the teaching of God, He sent them into captivity. But Christian Zionists would have people believe that the act of a non believing Jew (not even believing in Yaweh, let alone Jesus) returning to Israel is somehow "holy"? Really? What a mockery that makes of God! He sends the nation into Babylonian captivity because of Baal worship, yet He accepts atheists as part of His "special people"?
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I don't think Christians realize how heavily Jews will persecute Christians. Just google search stories of Jews that converted to Christianity. All of them are full of hate-filled stories. Usually teen Jews that convert are kicked out of their homes and disowned by their family, possibly for decades. And in Israel, Orthodox Jews stand outside of Messianic Jewish communities and throw rocks at them. Sometimes trying to kill them:
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That is a matter of Debate. I have never been someone who jumps into the realm of "Prophesy" and says well "XYZ is the only Truth prophesy". You interperet the prophesy one way and i interperet it a diff way.
And while i can agree with that notion. I can also on occations agree with Israel's actions on a human level.Originally Posted by Eduardo89
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Adam Mcquaid is one tough hombre.
Can this be used to convince Congress members to end all aid to Israel and foreign dictators immediately? It's gaining attention lately even though still not highlighted in doosh controlled MSM.
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There's no such thing as a Jewish gene. If there was, does that mean that Ethiopian Jews and Polish Jews have the same DNA?
Also, if you look at all the ethnicities from the middle east and where the middle east is located, most people have dark skin. All along the equator, people have dark skin. How the heck did white Jews come from the middle east? It's an impossibility. It goes against science.
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I don't think religion of any God would or should be concerned about genes/dna. I certainly would not support it.
Our foreign policy should also be cleansed of such considerations if there are any.
Christians feel safer in other parts of the world. Jews feel safest in Israel.
There are many "Christian" nations. There is only one Jewish nation.
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The trick-or-treaters have started coming by and at first, I was just holding the bowl out and letting them grab their own candy and I noticed many of the children were only grabbing one piece. I told them to take some more and now I've just been putting small handfuls in their bags.
Do you only give one piece of candy out or do you give out handfuls?
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I am not sure how many saw my plea for help regarding a intarsia project. Well, just as I thought, one of my fellow LJ's came through! My buddy Margy! She is undoubtedly one of the greats! She is not only VERY talented, but equally generous!! This was a sign for my brother and his motorcycle club. He was absolutely floored by it! After I gave him the sign, I could have hit him in the mouth with a 2X4 and wouldn't been able to make him mad. Margy,..THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! The favor WILL be returned!
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I could see why he would be floored. That is just awesome! Your very talented. I'm gonna have to check out your friend Margy. -- Janice |
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Is it really supposed to be double r? Shouldn't barons be spelled with one r? I just Googled barron and it came up with some place in Wisconsin? -- "Checking for square? What madness is this! The cabinet is square because I will it to be so!" Jeremy Greiner LJ Topic#20953 2011 Feb 2 |
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Man, that took some time, sweet! -- Ain't better or worse than any other woodpecker in the woods. |
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That is very cool. There are so many cool people on here willing to help. Congrats! -- Ken, "Everyday above ground is a good day!" |
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Lumber Jocks Rule? So does your sign! Ted Pagels, Green Bay, WI -- Ted Pagels, Green Bay, WI |
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Lumberjocks as a whole are great and folks like margie set the bar nice sign and congrats on the new friend -- GO DAWGS! |
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Great job on a great gift, and … yeah … this place is the BOMB ! Life's great on two-wheels. Be safe ! -- -- Neil |
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Great work, Mike. -- Martyn -- Boxologist, Pattern Juggler and Candyman of the visually challenging. http://www.theartofboxes.com |
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Nice design and top work. Congrats! -- Jiri |
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Geoffrey van Cromvoirt (GVC): Cooperation in the Natalee Holloway Investigation?
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Looks like more of the same coming from suspects detained in Aruba. The precedent has been set by the three primary suspects. Do not cooperation or say a word and get released.
Van Cromvoirt allegedly matches the description. He was arrested, but did not answer questions during a week of interrogation.


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Recording punk rock allows me to indulge in overall attitude instead of details. When I write and record punk, I embrace messiness—spewing emotions without painstaking forethought. And this might sound weird, but for me it's also a celebration of anger. Punk allows me a cathartic release from the strictures of the everyday and acts as a steam valve through which I vent some of the worst aspects of my personality (though I do exaggerate and poke fun of this over-the-top version of myself). Curiously, when I "sing" punk I become a character, which in the end is not unlike being a novelist or short story writer.
When Curtis Brooks starts receiving phone calls from his older brother Wilt, who's been dead a week, he's sure it's to help him find evidence that will lead to a murderer's arrest. But Wilt claims he wasn't murdered; his calling, meant to help him adjust, is standard protocol for newly deceased at the Aftermart—a kind of inescapable, ever-expanding Walmart filled with discontinued products. Wilt's death ruled a homicide, Curtis embarks on a dangerous plan to find the killer, which soon has him scheming against a billionaire and floundering toward love with his brother's ex-girlfriend Suzy, all while struggling through high school and his single mom's poor choices. Why does Wilt help Curtis win over Suzy, even as he organizes a rebellion at the Aftermart? Who'd wanted him dead? Curtis risks his life to answer these questions, in the process forging a bond with his brother unlike any they've ever had.
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Located in Ballymun, The Metro Hotel Dublin Airport is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as National Botanic Gardens and Tolka Park. This 88-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi. It's near the airport and also close to Croke Park and Dublin City University.
Enjoy a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, or relax with a drink at the bar/lounge. Savor a meal from the comfort of your room with room service, or get a quick energy boost at the coffee shop/café. Buffet breakfast is offered for a fee each morning from 7 AM to 10 AM.
The 88 rooms have an array of amenities, including coffee makers, free newspapers, and laptop-compatible safes. Guests can enjoy digital TV and stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers.
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At The Metro Hotel Dublin Airport, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and free newspapers. If you drive, self parking is EUR 4 per day, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle during limited hours for EUR 5 per person roundtrip. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a porter/bellhop.
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Overnight guests may take advantage of secure underground parking during their stay (surcharge) and check the news using complimentary wireless and wired Internet access. Business travelers can make use of small meeting rooms.
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The Metro Hotel Dublin Airport offers 88 accommodations with DVD players and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with digital channels.
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From the BioWare blog: "Today, BioWare co-founders Ray Muzyka and Greg Zeschuk have announced they are retiring from BioWare." Dragon Age II may have been an abomination of a game, and Mass Effect 2 had some considerable issues as well, but that doesn't negate the fact that BioWare has created some of the best games in history. Thanks, guys, for hundreds and hundreds of hours of great gaming, and good luck with any future projects.
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Not on that front, but I can think of a few other studios being smothered by another evil empire in the making; Zenimax. Look at what they've done to iD software since the take over. Carmack has become a puppet, canceling Linux clients, forcing some of the best devs out, leaving bethsoda to develope rage which flopped. So on so forth


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Chapter 8 : A festive dip
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The Christmas holidays had crept up on most of the group, except Sirius who had been jumping up and down singing carols for the last few weeks. It was strange for Lily to be home again and although she had her friends with her she longed to be back at the castle. She particularly wanted to be with the twins as she desperately needed a girl to talk to. She couldnt get James out of her mind for the last few weeks and she wasnt quite sure what to do about it. She had settled so far with just ignoring the feelings and hoping that everything would just work out, or that they would just go away but that hadnt happened. She had found him staring at her a fair few times lately and the thing that worried her most was that it didnt bother her, in fact she felt quite glad when it happened. Maybe that was just because he was one of the most popular guys in school, who wouldnt be flattered?
So Lily carried on as normally as she could, and she didnt have too much time to dwell on her problem. The Marauders were happier than ever at Christmas time. On the third day home, Mrs Potter had enlisted the five friends to help her decorate the house. They had jumped at the chance and spent the day hanging tinsel, untangling fairy lights and desperately trying to make the tree stand up straight as Sirius managed to knock it over in his excitement 4 times within the space of an hour. The festivities took them well into the evening and they were all exhausted by the end of it.
After Peter had gone home, Sirius excused himself for the evening. He had gotten a date with a muggle girl a few streets away, who he would no doubt never see again, within minutes of talking to her and was going to take her for a walk which he was teased about all afternoon. Remus had to leave as well it was full moon and he would need to be home in plenty of time to secure himself away. Lily hugged James goodbye and left with Remus. He was unusually quiet as they walked together and Lily got the feeling that he was hiding something though she didnt ask what, she knew him and he would tell her when she was ready. Overall she walked home happy after another fun day with her best friends.
On Christmas day itself all the Marauders had gone back round to James house in the afternoon to exchange gifts. There were so many nice presents, sweets, clothes, books and many new prank accessories for Sirius and James to play with when they got back to school. Lily was thrilled with her gifts which consisted of a new quill set from Peter, her own wizards chess set from Remus as she had never owned her own, a surprisingly pretty top from Sirius and a handsome leather bound diary from James.
None of them had stayed long though as Peter and Remus had needed to get back to their families and Lily felt slightly obligated to go home to see her sister though she didnt imagine much of a festive reunion. When she had been leaving though James had pulled her into another room away from the others.
I just wanted to give you this, you know, away from the others. I just saw it and thought of you so I got it but you know what theyre like, theyll just poke fun. He explained with an awkward smile as Lily took the blue velvet box he was holding. She opened it to find a stunning gold bracelet with a pendant hanging from it in the shape of a Lily.
Oh James its beautiful! But I cant accept this, its far too much! but she was cut short as James just smiled at her and she knew it was no good to argue. Before she left he helped her put it on and she admired it for a moment. She gave him an extra big hug and walked home deep in thought about her extra special present.
When Lily arrived home, it was her usual welcome by Petunia who had taken over the living room with her horrendous boyfriend Vernon who loved to treat Lily as though she no more intelligent than a toilet brush. Why do you have to be so mean all the time? she screamed at her sister, who just gave an evil smirk that reminded Lily horribly of Snape, Youre just jealous!
Jealous of you? Petunia spat. I dont know what they tell you in that freak school you go to but you have absolutely nothing anyone would ever be jealous of, youre just an ugly little freak! but that was too much for Lily, she stormed towards the door which Petunia was blocking but her sister didnt move an inch. You cant go out, Im in charge here and I say you have to stay. This didnt worry Lily though, she never went anywhere without her wand and she whipped it out of her pocket and before Petunia could move she shouted Wingardium Leviosa! and levitated her sister right up to the ceiling and let her land on the other side of the room.
Ill see you later Lily muttered and slammed the door. She could never spend long in the same house as Petunia, she just walked around the village for hours rather than go home to face her.
Lily walked and walked until she found herself by the lake. She lay down on the cold grass by the water and just gazed up at the stars that could be seen in the gaps between the clouds. She was startled suddenly though when a shadow passed over her face. When she looked up she saw the smiling face of James standing above her.
And what do you think youre doing out this late alone my Petal? he said in a mock stern tone. Lily knew that he would genuinely be unhappy about it as the boys were still very protective of her even if they had calmed down a bit since the ball.
Petunia she replied simply and immediately James understood. He had heard many stories of Lilys sister and none were very complimentary.
Well at least come over to my house for a bit, its getting cold out now the suns gone down. Youll catch your death! he said in a voice that was imitating his mothers. She laughed, she always laughed at James jokes. He walked around to face her and pulled her to her feet. He was taken off guard slightly though and she walked slowly closer to him, as close as when they had danced at the ball. He gulped hard his mind racing, was she going to kiss him?
He didnt have time to think anymore as she got up onto her tiptoes and whispered into his ear James?
Yes? he asked in a voice much higher than his own. But she didnt answer him yet, she placed her hands flat on his chest and then said, Think fast! and pushed him back into the cold dark water. With the shock he grabbed onto her t-shirt as he fell back and they both went toppling into the water. As they both surfaced Lily couldnt stop laughing, it had been worth falling in herself just to see the look on James face.
You bitch! he yelled whilst laughing as his wiped the water out of his eyes. Then he dived towards her knocking her back under and they splashed and screamed in the freezing water for a few minutes before James managed to get out.
Come on, lets go back to my house and get dry before we freeze to death! he said in with a mock glare and they ran back up to the house. When they got there they had to sneak up to James room so that no one would hear and find them in such a state, they were climbing the stairs like secret agents. When they finally got in and closed James door he did a commando roll across the floor which made Lily double up with laughter.
James took a towel out of the drawer and threw it over to Lily trying not to look at how gorgeous she looked dripping wet, her cheeks flushed. He took off his shirt and began to get dry himself. Lily almost fainted his body was so toned. It must have been all those quidditch practises that had done it but he looked amazing. She tore her gaze away not wanting him to know that she had looked and focussed on drying her hair.
A loud clap of thunder echoed through air and Lily jumped at least a foot off the ground. It was quickly followed by bolt of lightening that lit the whole room in a flash. James looked over and saw that Lily was whimpering and looking around like the house might cave in. He had never seen her so frightened.
Are you ok Petal? Its just a storm, though you might want to stay here tonight. Its not a good idea to be walking around in lightening. He asked apprehensively, not sure what was wrong with her.
You dont understand she said, looking at him like the world was ending, I hate storms! Thunder and lightening have petrified me since I was a little kid. And James could see that she had gone pale and actually started to shiver, though the wet clothes couldnt have helped there.
Its ok Lil, it cant hurt you he said walking over and putting an arm gingerly around her shoulder. Look, Ill lend you one of my t-shirts to sleep in while youre clothes dry and itll all be over by morning. hoping that she was going to be alright. She looked so fragile.
James, she asked timidly, for what she was about to ask would usually be very embarrassing but drastic times called for drastic measures, Can I stay in here with you tonight? Ill be a wreck by morning if Im on my own.
Oh sure, yeah. He answered slightly taken aback, but he knew that this wasnt a time to be thinking of Lily in the sense of more than a friend. She was deathly afraid and needed him, so he would be there for her.
She smiled weakly as she climbed next to him on the bed in one of his old t-shirts. She did feel slightly awkward but couldnt really think too much about that right now, her attention was on the loud bangs coming from the night sky. When another loud boom rang through the room she jumped again and shuffled up to James with her head resting on his shoulder. She felt much calmer having him there, and so safe in his arms like nothing could ever harm her again.
After half an hour or so James noticed that Lily wasnt jumping anymore and looked down to find her asleep. He sat for a while stroking her hair just enjoying the closeness between them and the knowledge that he helped her. Eventually he shuffled down to a more comfortable position and drifted off to sleep after whispering, Ill always look after you Petal, always.
James was woken abruptly the next morning as Sirius barged into his bedroom closely followed by Remus. Hey Prongs wake up already, were getting bored waiting for- but Sirius stopped in mid-sentence as he looked at James and noticed another large breathing lump underneath his covers next to him.
It took James a while to realise why Sirius had stopped talking but then he remembered that Lily was next to him. Sirius, who didnt know who the lump was yet had a smirk that filled his whole face as he looked at James. So are you going to introduce us to your lady-friend Prongs? he snickered.
Please tell us it is a lady-friend, added Remus and the two burst out laughing.
Sssssh! Shut up youll wake her! hissed James but too late. Lily sat up in bed and looked from James to Sirius to Remus and said to James Gee now I know why you dont have an alarm clock. Now Im glad I live further away. And she ruffled her hair slightly and pulled the covers back over her head, ignoring the stunned looks from Sirius and Remus. James however thought that this was the funniest thing in the world now that he knew Lily wouldnt be mad about them finding out that shed stayed over and dragged the others out of the room to go get breakfast and leave Lily in peace.
After that night and after James had explained what had happened, the two had been the butt of jokes for the rest of the holidays. James for being pushed into the lake so easily, Lily for her fear of thunder storms and both of them together for being an old married couple as Sirius had dubbed them. James and Lily had had to pull together to get through the taunting and used every secret of the others that they had to blackmail them into finally shutting up.
After that, the holiday passed fairly quickly and, not soon enough for Lily who was just about ready to kill Petunia, they were leaving again for Hogwarts, for home were Lily and James both hoped that everything would be back to normal and their problems would float away. But inside they both wondered, would they?
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Photographer's Note
A sole boat graces the evening sky at Neil Island, Andamans.
In spite of the beauty of the place, tourism in the island is still a far cry from what we see in a place like Goa. After all, life is tough, since the island is prone to ravages of cyclones and even intense rain, and involves a huge distance from the mainland.
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shreya2000 (2795) 2014-02-26 0:16
Dear Duttaji,
The colour of the sky is matching with the colour of the sea. There should be a difference in the colour. The boat should be more visible.
Nicou (151036) 2014-02-26 1:41
quelel vue et tons sueprbe tout ce bleu profond avec du mystère et ce voilier en fond superbe image.
Bravo et belle journée
Fis2 (106364) 2014-02-26 1:45
Witaj Apurba!
Your photo is interesting.
I like colors and sharpness.
Photo has climate.
Have a nice afternoon
adramad (49512) 2014-02-26 11:22
Hi Apurba.
Fascinating range of color, these blue, mauve and pink tones touch, the lonely boat on a nice complement to the horizon line.
Enjoy a nice day.
Best wishes.
siudzi (34141) 2014-02-26 13:13
Hi Apurba,
This is very beautiful and unique evening scene full of extremely stunning pastel tones. Love it! Taken with a great sense of the moment. TFS.
Best wishes,
jhm (159991) 2014-03-02 2:41
Hello Apurba,
Your picture is nice as subject, alone the horizon of the sea is not horizontal, this is the first rules of the photography that the water line have to are horizontal.
Also must your picture have 1/3 sea and boat and 2/3 sky, this for the future.
A lovely wide panorrama view about these area.
One point for your picture and one point for your effort.
Very well done, TFS.
Have a nice Sunday,
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Running Classification Quick Start Tool and IBM Content Analytics with Enterprise Search on the same computer
Technote (troubleshooting)
When I run Classification Quick Start Tool on a computer on which Content Analytics with Enterprise Search is installed, an error is returned when I start Classification Quick Start Tool.
An error is returned about the wvcore.dll file.
Resolving the problem
To avoid this problem, create a batch file such as QuickStart.bat in the directory in which Classification Quick Start Tool is installed. By default, the tool is installed in the C:\IBM\ContentClassification\ClassificationQuickStartTool directory. Add the following lines to the batch file:
@set path=C:\IBM\ContentClassification\Filters\stellent;C:\IBM\ContentClassification\OutsideX\Filters;%path%
@set classpath=c:\IBM\ContentClassification\lib
@cd "C:\IBM\ContentClassification\ClassificationQuickStartTool"
Create a new shortcut or change the existing shortcut to run this batch file.
Restriction: This solution works only if the installation path does not contain any spaces.
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Enterprise Content Management | Content Analytics with Enterprise Search | Windows | 3.0 |
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Content Classification
Software version: 8.8
Operating system(s): Windows
Reference #: 1618782
Modified date: 05 February 2013