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In the US, the average income of the wealthiest 10 percent of the population is 15.9 times that of the poorest 10 percent. By contrast, in Japan the difference is only 4.5 times - one of the lowest ratios in the world, according to Keiko Hirata and Mark Warschauer in their book "Japan, The Paradox of Harmony". There is much less conspicuous consumption among corporate tycoons in Japan than in the US, and business leaders are often embarrassed to be paid too much. Hmm, maybe the disgraceful minister in the prime minister's office should read the book.
Going against the vein, CEO Dan Price of Seattle payment processing firm Gravity Payments took a 90% pay cut so he could give his employees a raise after coming across a study about happiness. The happiness research came from a Angus Deaton and Nobel Prize-winning psychologist Daniel Kahneman. They found that emotional well-being — defined as "the emotional quality of an individual's everyday experience, the frequency and intensity of experiences of joy, stress, sadness, anger, and affection that make one's life pleasant or unpleasant" — rises with income, but only to a point. And that point turns out to be about US$75,000 a year. David Marshall, who served as Singapore's first Chief Minister from 1955 to 1956, has a simpler explanation - how much can you really eat?
Try explaining that to the mercenaries who said that only a million dollars can give a politician confidence to clink champagne glasses with a businessman. The same horrible people who say the Gini coefficient does not matter. Price is not the only one willing to step forward to address the disparity between the soaring pay of top dogs and that of their lowly employees, he's heard from almost 100 other CEOs via email and text who say they support his initiative. To quote Chinese philosopher Laozi, the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step (千里之行,始於足下).


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August 17, 2012 in Original Content | Tags: author, content, draft, horror, novel, original, short, story, writing | 2 comments
Foreword: So I was getting bored of writing my novel and wanted to blow off some steam. Short stories are definitely not my thing. I have a huge inability to confine a story to a small word limit as I feel it restricts me too much. Worse, this is only the second time I've tried a horror. I don't believe monsters and killers are scary any more so I try to focus on the psychological side a bit more. I'm not sure how it turns out, but writing this did make me feel a bit paranoid (maybe because I was writing past midnight in the dark).
Anyway, this is just a throw-away to mix up my thoughts a bit for my novel. It's a first draft and probably doesn't resemble what was going on in my head. I tried to avoid using character names so the reader wouldn't have to associate with a name and would be forced to focus more on his/her own psychology rather than that of the characters. Doubtful whether it works; teasing the mind requires time – something you don't have in a short.
It was the strangest crime scene he'd ever seen. There was no blood, no corpse, no apparent problem at all, and yet they had been treating the case as if it had the markings of a psychopathic serial killer.
There was a victim though – or rather, there were two, but only one was at the scene. The other? According to the unusually calm young lady, they had been sucked into a painting, but only she had made it out. The whole case would have been ridiculous if it wasn't for the fact that the painting did indeed feature the missing girl, sprawled across the floor in a puddle of her own blood. The detail was incredible – too accurate to be a coincidence. It was undoubtedly her, but how?
A great man had once told him that detectives were not allowed to believe in coincidences. It was a sentiment that was beginning to prove unnecessary. Police had been on the scene for two hours now and many of them were beginning to show signs of distress. Tension hung thick in the air, charging it with an electric feel, as if the slightest disturbance would cause panic to erupt.
Why were all these trained officers scared? Because the more they figured out, the more the victim's story seemed true. She had indeed entered the abandoned manor with her friend, and forensics identified their footprints in the fine layer of dust on the wooden floorboards. They led straight up to a large, gilded painting, but only one set of prints led away. There were no signs of a struggle; the girl had just disappeared. Except, her body was in plain sight. It was in the painting.
The only witness, the young girl who had ventured into the manor with her friend, sat wrapped in a blanket on the back of one of the ambulances. He approached her, grim and sceptical.
"Tell me again," he said gruffly to the girl. "What happened after you got … sucked into the painting?" The last part was difficult for him to add. It sounded ridiculous coming out of his mouth, but at the same time, saying it somehow made it more true.
"The painting changed," she replied, her eyes vacant but her voice unshakably calm. "Words appeared, scribbled across the surface, and then the picture turned into a picture of me. Like a portrait, except I was screaming. I wanted to take a step back but for some reason I stepped forward, right through the painting. Next thing I knew, I was right in front of the painting again, but facing away from it, and the house looked different. There were random words all over the walls and floors like graffiti. That's when I realised that we had been sucked into the painting – there's no way that could have been the real world."
"Try not to let your own ideas affect your story," he said curtly. He was disappointed. It sounded like complete delusion, but he still couldn't explain the painting. Why was the missing girl in it? Reluctantly, he kept probing. "So, what happened to your friend?"
The girl didn't object to further questioning. She seemed sluggish and devoid of any strong emotions at all.
"We walked around a little, trying to figure out what was happening. That's when the door opened and a man walked in. He had a very welcoming smile and looked very proper. We started asking him questions as he walked towards us, but then I noticed he was carrying something in his hands. A small axe."
He felt stunned silence descend around him as everybody within earshot froze. Forensics had taken a look at the painting of the missing girl and had concluded that the wounds in the picture looked to be inflicted by a heavy bladed weapon – most likely an axe.
The tension in the air was straining and he had to do something about it. He put on his most irritable, unconcerned face and barked orders to those nearby, sending them away. Soon it was just him and the girl.
"Please, continue."
She looked up at him with a sudden jerk, a fast movement that completely contrasted with her vacant, languid movements earlier. Instinctively, he reached for his gun, but all she did was smile at him –insane and maniacal.
"Most people think the house is haunted. They're wrong! It's that painting. He's in it. He kills them. Makes them disappear. We weren't the first. We saw corpses, graves, dismembered limbs. They're all over the grounds, near the trees. I left my best friend in the world, while he killed her, and ran back through my portrait. I got away."
He'd heard enough. The girl was clearly crazy but the painting needed some more investigation.
"Take the painting down, I want it back at the station so we can have some people examine it more closely."
As people hastened to obey, he heard a commotion. Rushing to the scene, he found himself skirting the trees near the entrance. A circle had formed around something, and he had to shove through to see what they'd found. It was a pale, lifeless arm, reaching up through the dirt where the dogs had been sniffing. Some officers were still digging, and they unearthed more and more body parts.
He needed to see that painting again. As he rushed into the atrium, he found himself already considering burning it. Goosebumps rose on his flesh and an incessant chill teased his skin. It was a feeling of danger.
There were men removing it from its hooks now. It was a large piece of work and the gilded frame made it very heavy. As he watched them take it down, he thought he saw movement near one of the windows in the painting. A man shaped shadow, observing. Cursing to hide his surprise, he waved the men off, yelling at them to load it into his truck. They hastened to obey, not even questioning his irrational agitation.
He looked at the wall one last time, now naked without the painting. There was a square of lighter, dust free wallpaper where the painting had been. The edges continued down in what he had first thought to be a purely aesthetic pattern, but with the painting removed, it looked a bit like a door. Could there really be somebody inside? A smiling axe murderer? He approached the wall cautiously, and touched the line. I was too perfect, too fine. There was barely a gap and no hinges in sight. He tried shoving at the square but it didn't budge. Never mind, he was just being paranoid.
Thoughts, questions and answers chased each other around his head chaotically as he walked back to his truck. Try as he might, his logical deductions all carried an undertone of fear. He knew he couldn't explain it but he kept trying. He clambered into the driver's seat, feeling irrationally nervous and breaking into cold sweat. Finding an answer was so important to him because he didn't want to accept the truth. That there was a killer somewhere, and he was most likely here, right behind him in the back seat.
He couldn't let that thought go. Reaching up, he adjusted the rear view mirror to get a look at the painting. Within that gilded, square frame, his face stared back at him. Screaming. His name was scratched all over it along with the word "Portrait".

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WRAL-TV in Raleigh, Durham, and Fayetteville, N.C., home state of Nano-Tex's troubled parent company, Burlington Industries, is running a synopsis of a Consumer Reports review of stain-resistant pants (more popularly known simply as "nanopants").
A team of testers slopped all sorts of stuff on Lee Performance Khakis, Dockers Stain Defenders and Eddie Bauer's Nano-Care Chinos. The results? "Coffee beaded up and did not soak in at all." This, of course, conforms with my own far-less scientific study. But if you're careless with spaghetti sauce, grape jelly or vinaigrette salad dressing, the consumer magazine says, you'd better keep the napkin on your lap.
"All in all," the report says, "the stain-resistant pants perform well enough that they might be worth the higher price, especially if you are a little on the sloppy side."
P.S.: Welcome back, Instapundit readers! Here's an update: Stain-resistant pants are so 'last week.' NanoBot buddy David Pescovitz has a column about the nano couture of tomorrow over at Small Times.
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JOHNNY PARKER'S British Jazz All-Stars - BIG TIME TONIGHT
Named number 3 in the Jazz Rag Best Re-issue Chart 2018
These sessions were recorded at the Bull at Barnes with both pianist Johnny Parker and clarinetist Brian Carrick both in leg braces and walking with canes as a result of their various afflictions - but when it came to the music, they are second to none. this is a great ensemble and produced a marvellous session!
The personnel are Johnny Parker at the piano with Brian Carrick clarinet, Geoff Cole trombone, Dave Copperwaite trumpet, Sarah Spencer sax, Eric Webster banjo, Terry Knight string bass and Taff Lloyd on drums.
1. Martha
2. Sweet Fields
3. Where the River Shannon Flows
4. About a Quartet to 88
5. Song of the Island
6. Down Home Rag
7. Under the Bamboo Tree
8. It Looks Like a Big Time Tonight
9. Breeze
10. Love Nest
11. Margie
12. Mama Inez
13. Get Out of Here
14. Whatever Happened to Johnny Parker? Blues
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Fourteen nice tunes with a good-time feeling all the way through, the ensembles rhythmically bright, trumpet punching out the themes......plenty to enjoy! Peter Vacher, Jazz Rag


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A couple of weeks after we came home from Florida, we repacked and headed to the West Coast. Matt was invited to speak at a week-long conference in San Diego, so Parker, Jillie, and I flew out there with him to play for the week. It was Parker's first trip on an airplane and he did great. He fell asleep about halfway to California and didn't wake up until the wheels hit the ground – it was awesome. I'll just let the pictures speak for all the fun things we did during the week.
waiting in the airport – he loved watching all of the planes
waiting with all of our luggage at the rental car place
After dropping our bags off at the hotel we set out to do a little bit of exploring. We ended up at Balboa Park and got out of the car for a little while to let Parker play on the playground. It was definitely very different from our little neighborhood parks in the suburbs! There were TONS of people there and we were actually kinda nervous and wouldn't let Parker wander without one of us like we can at our little park.
Alot of the major roads and neighborhood districts had really cool signs. San Diego (the city) didn't quite fit the image I had in my head, but these signs definitely did.
Having fun & relaxing a little in the hotel room
Our 2nd day, we drove north a little to La Jolla, CA which is famous for the seals (or sea lions, I can't remember). It was GORGEOUS, but so incredibly crowded. We ate lunch there, did some walking, and watched the surfers.
The Pacific Coast is so beautiful! I loved all the rocks and plants that grow along the beaches. So very different from here or the East Coast beaches we've been to.
Jillie & Matt at dinner in Old Town – Cafe Coyote – DELICIOUS food!
LOVE this precious boy!
Our 3rd day we headed to the zoo – and only did half of it. The place is incredibly huge – we left after lunch both days and went back in the evenings for a couple of hours both days. The polar bear exhibit was incredible. This bear was right up against the glass dribbling his ball – Parker LOVED it and still talks about it :).
"Dad, there's no time for kisses!"
The hippo exhibit – These animals are ENORMOUS! One of them was right up next to the glass just staring at us – Parker thought this was pretty cool.
Checking out the ducks with Gigi
Thanks to the nice man who offered to take our picture at the entrance to the zoo!
GIANT Galapagos Island Tortoises – Parker loved seeing the big turtles!
Checking out the flamingo exhibit
another shot of the Polar bear
so thankful for the memories with these 2
Koala bear exhibit
pointing out the koala bears – they were quite sleepy little creatures, we only saw a couple of them awake and we stopped by several times
The first day Matt had to work, Jillie and I headed to the Children's Museum with Parker. Honestly, I was a little disappointed in the museum. It was very abstract and "new age", which probably fits the "California Life", but I was hoping for something geared more towards Parker's age group. Jillie and I weren't impressed, but Parker had a good time :).
LOVED playing the drums
crawling through the maze – this was a HUGE hit :)
building and knocking down block towers
view of the San Diego skyline from Coronado Island
oh.my. – this water was COLD! Nothing even remotely close to the 85 degree Gulf of Mexico we have here at home!
Parker's first baseball game!
He loved the game and clapped & yelled and entertained all the folks around us :)
& finally – just because I love hydrangeas :). They apparently like the mild San Diego climate because they are EVERYWHERE and they are HUGE. I was totally jealous of these people's yard. Their flowers were so pretty!
We had a fabulous week and are excited that Matt hopes to speak at this conference again. We will gladly revisit. It was a jam-packed week and we were definitely tired when we finally got home. Sadly, the trip home wasn't nearly as wonderful as the trip out there. As we descended into Houston, we had to circle Hobby in a holding pattern due to a storm and then were rerouted to Bush to refuel. In all of the circling, Parker got sick and threw up all over both of us :( Luckily, I had an extra change of clothes for him in my carry-on and we got him cleaned up while the plane was being refueled. After all of that, we took off again, flew about 7 minutes to Hobby and landed. It was a much longer day than we had planned, but we all made it and have great memories to look back on!


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Giving up smoking cigarettes is a major nightmare – as a smoker of 30 to 40 per day for nearly 40 years I can attest as to just how tough it can be to quit smoking. However I finally managed and have been smoke free for 2 years now.
I tried almost everything to stop smoking but it would usually last between a couple of hours to a record of 2 miserable days and then I would be back at it. I can't even tell you how many packs of cigarettes I threw out my car window only to return a couple of hours later to see if I could find the pack.
So many times my New Years resolution was to quit smoking, only to make the same New Year's resolution the following year.
Truth was that even though I had a slight will to give up I was never really committed to actually giving up smoking.
You see I had a very real fear of giving up smoking. My own Father had suffered from a major stroke a couple of months after quitting smoking and a similar thing happened to my father in law after he quit. I was petrified that the shock of giving up after so many years of nicotine addiction would seriously affect my health more than it would were I to continue smoking.
However I knew that in the long run that for my own good I had to quit. I had just lost a dear brother and another close relative to the dreaded lung cancer. I knew If I did not do something that I too could end up with major lung problems.
E- Cigs helped me quit smoking
With the invention of e-cigs I realized that I could continue to "smoke" without inhaling the 1000 plus harmful chemicals found in cigarettes and thereby improve my health. I was encouraged by a friend who had taken the plunge and had changed from smoking to vaping.
I purchased an e-cig online together with some 18% nicotine content vapor refills and I was ready to give it a full out go to quit smoking.
This is my diary of how I stopped smoking cigarettes in just 3 days.
Day 1
I made sure that I had no cigarettes of my own lying around and started with the e-cig. It was pleasant. It was something to occupy my hands and to keep me busy. Smoking is mostly habit and a little addiction to nicotine. Breaking the habit of not having something between your fingers to smoke is probably harder than breaking the nicotine addiction.
Important – I made arrangements with a friend to pop in and have one real cigarette a day which I did. I really enjoyed that cigarette but I was determined to carry on with my routine.
Day 2
Very much the same as day 1 but a little easier. I still went ahead and popped into my friend for a real cigarette which did give me quite a buzz. I could smell the smoke in my clothes afterwards and even changed when I got home as the smoke smell was actually starting to bug me. this was the first time that I really realized just how bad smoke smelt.
Day 3
All went great – popped into my friend for my daily smoke and guess what. I smoked quarter of it and threw away the rest. It actually smelt and tasted disgusting. Again I found myself washing hands and changing clothes.
I must say that by the third day I already had a remarkably improved sense of taste and smell. I also had no withdrawal symptoms associated with quitting smoking. The vaping really filled the gap and was a lot more pleasant to family and friends who no longer had to put up with the smell of smoke that I emanated.
Walking through shopping malls I found that as people in the crowd approached I could immediately smell the smokers and couldn't believe that I had personally smelt like that for 40 years.
I also discovered that even though the e-cig has nicotine content I do not crave it like a cigarette. Where before a no smoking area like a shopping mall was like a prison – I had to get out to have a smoke. Now I find that I do not need that nicotine and usually only use my e-cig when driving or working in my home office. I am no longer controlled by nicotine cravings.
2 Years Later
I am still cigarette smoke free. Since that quarter smoke I have not touched a cigarette again. I must say that there have been a couple of times that I felt tempted but just the thought of the smell and taste in my mouth immediately puts me off again. Any temptation to smoke again can be easily controlled by simply walking past a used ashtray.
I still use my e-cig and will happily continue to do so. It is so much healthier than smoking and I feel much better. My car, my house and my clothes all smell a whole lot better. I have even found myself apologizing to family and friends who have never smoked for bringing my smoke smells into contact with them in the past.
Quit smoking outright
My wife stopped smoking the same time as me. She was not heavily addicted as I was and probably only smoked due to the act that I was a heavy smoker.
She went onto e-cigs for less than a month in order to break the habit and then she easily stopped using the e-cig as well. She has also been completely smoke free for 2 years.
Weight Gain after quitting smoking
Yeah – I gained a little weight when I quit. The problem is not that stopping smoking makes you gain weight. The real problem is that your sense of smell and taste is heightened so food just tastes so much better.
I advise you to keep this in mind and to make a conscious effort to not indulge yourself too much in all the delicious food and smells that assail you. Eat slowly to ensure that you savor every mouthful and allow time for your stomach to register that it is full.
Advice on e-cigs
- Quitting smoking and switching to vaping is going to save you a lot of money. Don't buy a cheap device that will leak and burn out leaving you more frustrated than before. Buy quality and enjoy the experience.
- Keep going. The first 3 days are a little tough but if you are determined you can do it.
- Experiment with your e-cig liquids. I have a personal preference for the smoke flavors such as camel, Marlboro and Dunhill but often mix them with a mint. Many of my friends who have followed me and successfully given up smoking have found their preference to be the fruity flavors.
- E-cig liquids come in varying strengths of nicotine. 0 mg – 6 mg – 12 mg – 18 mg – 24 mg. Choose according to your past smoking history. Most sensible strength is the 12 mg which I now use. I have found 18 mg to be a little strong.
There are a lot of suppliers of quality e-cigs. My advice is to look for a reputable company and not a fly by night selling cheap Chinese e-cigs. I do know some people who have bought these cheap rip offs and thrown them away out of frustration after just a day or so.
You do not need the latest most expensive and most fashionable device but you do need a reliable device of air quality.
My preferred supplier is JAC Vapour who carry a wide selection of both oils and quality devices as well as all the necessary spares.
Are e-cigs harmful
A cigarette has a total of some 1000 different chemicals some of which are known cancer causing carcigens.
E- cigs oils usually contain Propylene Glycol, Glycerine, Water, Nicotine and a flavorant. All of my research has indicated that these are completely safe to use as a vape. Vapourised Propylene Glycol , in huge volumes, can be harmful to children. Do note that huge volumes are needed to cause any sort of risk.
Besides I personally prefer a hand full of very minor risks found in vaping oils as opposed to the huge risk associated with known cancer causing cigarette smoke.
Quit smoking today. Order your e-cig from JAQ Vapour and stop in just 3 days like I did.


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Title: How to Seduce a Virgin
Also known as:
Plaisir à trois (Original title)
Year: 1973
Genre: Sexploitation / Drama / Thriller
Language: French
Runtime: 87 min
Director: Jesús Franco
Writer: Jesús Franco & Alain Petit
IMDb: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0070543/
Martine returns from an insane asylum where she spent time for castrating a man. Her returns quickly proves that she's no less crazy, and her violent and sexual behaviors continue. Her husband is feeding on her wealth and doesn't want to lose his luxurious life by having her go nuts again. So he introduces Martine to the young, sexy virgin daughter of a rich couple living next door, and suggests they play naughty with her. But the virgin isn't quite as innocent, as is quickly joining their sexual games.
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The old familiar Jesús "Jess" Franco is notorious for his lengthy filmography containing mostly exploitation/sexploitation, pornography and horror - emphasis on the two prior. It's no secret that even when he didn't make straight out pornography, his movies were still as dirty as they come, and often stuffed with controversial matter. His interest in the work of Marquis de Sade is given, but he certainly had a special place for the book "Philosophy in the Bedroom" as he came to make three movies based on it - "How to Seduce a Virgin" is one of those.
"How to Seduce a Virgin" might be a confusing title for a movie that is as undeniably dark and bizarre as this one is. Murder, sex, madness and torture being the main themes, and not the innocence that the title suggest. It's a title that sounds more like a Swedish softcore from the same era than the de Sade-inspired sexploitation that it is. It's all about a rich, mad woman and how her husband tries to keep her from going back to the insane asylum so that he can continue to feed on her fortune. The woman, Martine Bressac, was sent to an asylum after castrating a lover, and as soon as she's back out she is out for more. Not to castrate more people, but to bring them to her sex dungeon where she has naked human statues - so that she can build her collection bigger. The husband, Charles, tells her about a young virgin that lives next door, and suggests they try and get her over there for some sexual games. This would be to keep her away from her insane compulsions. Martine is quick to agree after seeing what a stunner this young, fresh meat is, and to their luck the parents are going on a trip and they agree on letting the daughter stay with the friendly neighbors. Thus begins a few days of sex games, but Martine's twisted intentions are still there. Unfortunately for her, the innocent girl is more game than expected.
This is de Sade very much in the way of Franco, but that's okay. It's to be expected. It's very sex heavy and most scenes end up with nudity of some sort. That's also to be expected. Obviously this is the common sex trash that we're used to from the euro-sleaze master, and while it might be earlier than his pornographic career, it's still very graphic and shows a little bit of everything (balls included). But it's hard to get excited when some scenes have dubbed sex sounds and dialogue (the typical "I am coming" - paraphrased) while one is fully dressed and they aren't even doing hump-movement. It's not gonna give a hard-on or make the ladies wet. It might make you laugh though, because it is silly and quite humorous. Not all scenes are handled as careless as this, but this definitely stood out.
It's not a good movie. It's cheap, dirty entertainment that will appeal to the Franco and euro-sleaze fanatics, but won't make their top lists. It's hard for me to hate it, but to call it anything but trash seems wrong. There are scenes worthy of watching for sure, such as most with the slightly wacko character played by Lina Romay, Adèle. Whether she is used by her masters (the Bressacs), or just sitting around painting her face with lipstick, she was the star of the movie for me.
You get plenty of sex, some playful ideas, a truly bizarre and out-there soundtrack, some dark elements and several pretty nude women. It's cheap and trashy, often laughable, but then again it's a Jesús Franco sexploitation. You get what you expect from that. He has done better movies, but also an insane amount of worse. The movie does miss out on some creepy things that it set up, such as the human statues and the weird gardener, and maybe extending on these would have made it a better movie. Still I'd suggest the hardcore euro-sleazers, Franconeers (is that a word?) and Mondo Macabro collectors give this one a shot, and everyone else take a step back and look away. It's bad but in a pretty entertaining way, and covers most of its plot with sex and naughtiness.
Gore: 0.5/5
Nudity: 4/5
Story: 2/5
Effects: 2/5
Comedy: 2/5
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At the recent National Brown Swiss Convention in Coralville, Iowa, the Brown Swiss Historical Society presented their Master Breeder Awards (established in 2010). Honorees are recognized for their breeding program and achievements of their herd. Contributions to the breed and the Association also are important attributes for recipients of the awards. Voting by Brown Swiss enthusiasts determine the winners.
The Historical Master Breeder Awards honors a breeder who either is deceased or retired. This year's recipient was Roy Arnold, Arnola Farm, Lexington, North Carolina. After initial purchases back in the 1958 and through early 70's,the Arnola herd was 100% homebred and Brown Swiss. Consigning special cows to National Sales, the Arnola genetics spread throughout the country/world. Most famous and one of the highest profile brood cows of the breed was Arnola Peggy Priscilla "5E91/30,250 milk/All American Nominee/2x National Total Performance winner/Superior Brood Cow". She had 81 offspring which included 3 National Total Performance Winners, 14 "Excellent" daughters, several of which became "Superior Brood Cows". Priscilla sold in the 1986 National Sale for $10,000.
The Active Master Breeder Award goes to a current Brown Swiss herd exemplifying strong cow families both in their own herd and sold to others as foundation cows. Top management and participation in breed programs leads to their success. Ronnie Daubert and his sons, Dennis and Ronald Ray, of Wind Mill Farm, Pine Grove, Pennsylvania are the 2018 honorees. Dennis' son, Andrew has also joined the operation. Key purchases through the years have become foundation cows of the herd. Herd members have been Honor Roll Class Leaders, won the breed's production award and appear on Lifetime Production Lists. They've also consigned animals to sales which have done well for others. A special one was a consignment to the 1982 Iowa National sale. In 1988 and 1989 her daughter, Lyndale Convincer Elaine, was the first Brown Swiss Supreme Champion at World Dairy Expo. A sale consignment in 1917 became an All American for the new owners.
Two new awards were added this year – Hall of Fame honorees, recognizing other groups of people that have made great contributions to the advancement of the Brown Swiss breed in the US and/or to the Brown Swiss Historical Society. The Pioneer Award recognizes those that helped develop the Brown Swiss breed throughout the US during the early years, 1869-1940. The Meritorious Service Award recognizes people that have served, supported or contributed to the evolvement of BSHS or Breed Promoters who promoted the Brown Swiss breed.
Pioneer Award: Larrabee Family, Clermont, Iowa. William Larrabee was the third Iowa breeder to bring Swiss to Iowa in 1883. In 1885 the herd was the first of the breed exhibited at the Iowa State Fair under the farm name, "Montauk Herd". In 1905 the majority of the herd was moved to a farm near Fort Dodge. William's sons, Frederic and Charles assumed management after William's death in 1912. The herd was one of the best known herds in the country until it's dispersal in 1935. William Larrabee was a state senator at the time of his introduction of Swiss into Iowa and later was Governor from 1886 to 1890. William served on the Brown Swiss Association Executive Committee from 1889-1893. William's son, Frederic, was the first President of the Iowa Brown Swiss Association in 1926. He also was a state legislator and president of the Iowa State Dairy Association for 19 years. He was named Dairy Shrine Pioneer in 1961.
Meritorious Service Award – Bernard Monson, Gowrie, Iowa.During 2003 and 2004, discussions on memorable cows and herds spiked interest in finding a way to preserve Brown Swiss history and memorabilia. Bernard Monson was enthusiastic seeing it happen. In 2006 he chaired the first organized meeting where the group drafted a proposal to create a Brown Swiss Historical Society. At the meeting, he was selected as the first President. Bernard has also contributed greatly to the Association, by serving as Association President (1974-1979), Director (1964-1970), and later classifier and area representative. Bernard was owner of Meadow View Farm; two Meadow View bred animals were Meadow View Destiny and Meadow View Jerami M. In the early days of World Dairy Expo, Bernard enjoyed showing Schulte's Sunwise Pat, Grand Champion at the Central National 3 years in a row and was also a 5-time All-American. At the 1969 National Show, a new class was initiated entitled "Special Production Class". The trophy was sponsored by Meadow View Farm and eventually renamed the "Meadow View Trophy" Total Performance Award through 1982.


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Regular readers of this blog have probably figured out that I'm not all that impressed with Starbucks, especially when compared to local coffee shops that get it (much less the ones that don't burn their beans). This time, I actually have a kind word for the corporate coffee monolith.
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The news has been full of talking heads twittering and blogging about the new Starbucks website that encourages their customers to provide ideas, feedback etc.
It's called MyStarbucksIdea.com, and is run on SalesForce.com's CRM/sales platform.
If you Google around, you'll find all sorts of bile about the stupidity of this decision, how it's "stale", or it's a ploy, and so on.
While I think Starbucks has done a lot of dumb things, I think it's one of the few smart things the coffee giant has done lately.
Encouraging your customers to provide you with ideas on how you can improve your business – anonymously (rather important).
Not only does Starbucks get some value from it by virtue of not being so close to their business that they can't see the forest for the trees, but it great for their customers as well.
Why? Because the non-jaded among us get to feel some ownership of Starbucks via their ideas and suggestions.
You can do the very same thing tomorrow via a WordPress (or whatever) blog. For almost nothing, almost instantly. In an hour, I can have a new domain name, web hosting, a copy of WordPress with a nice looking theme in production.
What are you waiting for? Or don't you have an hour today? Why is that?
I promised you a tip, didn't I?
If you own a retail store, a coffee shop, a cafe, a donut shop/bakery, or any business that is even similar to Starbucks – shouldn't you be monitoring the Starbucks idea list for ideas to implement in your shop? Likewise, shouldn't you be watching the feedback that people give to the MyStarbucksIdeas that others suggest?
There's just nothing like getting a free gift basket of low-hanging fruit from your biggest competitor:)
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One confession before I jump into this review: I have pretty much tuned out to anything Billy Corgan has done since he left the Smashing Pumpkins to release Mary Star of the Sea, with his new band at the time, Zwan. Why is this? Partially, it's because the Zwan project lacked the punch and ingenuity of the Pumpkins, but also, everything I heard from Corgan through his music and through his words made me want to keep away. From all the anecdotes I have heard about the guy, it sounds like he is one of the more unlikable people on the planet. From all of the other original Smashing Pumpkins all hating him at this point, to relaunching the band with only one of the other original members, Jimmy Chamberlain, for what was pretty strictly a cash grab with the 2007 release of Zeitgeist, to various personal and critic anecdotes I have heard about his despicability in person, I have wanted little to do with the guy's music.
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The Top Five Super Bowl Digital Insights, According To Adobe
Ahead of this weekend's game between New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons, Adobe put together a sneaky little list of its top five Super Bowl digital insights.
And while we're typically infatuated with the many ads (seriously there's so many of them), the Adobe team used immense amounts of data to get a better understanding of what to expect during the big game this year.
Adobe's Digital Insights (ADI) team took a look at massive amounts of aggregated, anonymous data around social engagements, advertising performance, and web site visits from championships past.
Here's what they found:
- NFL is successfully capturing fans' attention – especially during the Super Bowl:
Mobile ad completion rates drop to 50 per cent during the big game and decrease an additional 28 per cent during halftime, vs. 65 per cent during conference championship games
- NFL fans prove both loyal and excited during key match ups:
Units sold of NFL products increase 19 per cent before the big game and 104 per cent afterwards. Fans buy 2.1x more NFL products once the AFC and NFC champs are crowned
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- Hot Wings and cheese pizza are the top foods during the Super Bowl:
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- Social buzz climbs leading up to the Super Bowl, but down from last season:
Number of viewers peaked with an average of 48.5M viewers for the Jan. 15 Cowboys vs. Packers game (35 per cent higher than divisional average) and there were 2x more social mentions that day.
However, overall NFL social mentions are down six per cent season over season; Patriots are currently leading in terms of social mentions, but the Falcons are driving more positive sentiment on social, while opposing QBs Tom Brady and Matt Ryan are the most buzzed about players.
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1 Yellow Cake Mix
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1-1/2 cups of powdered sugar
2 Tablespoons apple cider
¾ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Empty the contents of the boxed cake mix and pumpkin puree into a large bowl. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer beat until well incorporated. The batter will be very thick, but will come together nicely.
Pour batter into a greased 7 x 11 x 2 inch pan.
Bake at 350 degrees for 28 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Do not over bake. Let cool for 5 to 10 minutes in the pan, and then flip onto a platter.
Make the glaze while you are waiting. Combine powdered sugar, apple cider and pumpkin pie spice. Glaze should be thick but pourable. Add more sugar or cider if needed. Pour over the cake while still warm. Reserve some to pour over each slice when served.
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The first chapter in "Know the Name; Know the Person" sets up Neimology™ Science, the study of the placement of the letters in a name and how they interact with each other to reveal hidden secrets about one's character, by giving you some background information on how names are used throughout the world and how Neimology™ Science uses the letters in a name to determine the person's characteristics and traits. When you sign up for our free newsletters you get access to the password that opens the rest of the first chapter page.
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Can you describe a Joshua? When someone says Raquel, do you already have a preconceived idea about her? Has anyone ever told you that you don't look or act like your name? What is in the name George that makes them leaders? Why are so many
superb actresses named Julia? Why are Cheryls intellectual, Stephanies stubborn and Dons mechanically inclined? Are there some names that you love and others you cannot
stand because of someone you know with that name? This underlines an already accepted cultural idea that certain names conjure up some well-defined images.
Wouldn't you like to know if this is true? Or better yet, would you like to know how to read the personality of less common or exotic names? Do personality traits lay hidden
in some mysterious way in a person's name?
We identify ourselves by our names. When asked "Who are you?" around the globe
we automatically respond with our names as if that says it all. Indeed it does, as in each
and every culture, our names give others an impression of who we are, whether on a
conscious or subconscious level. Our name is supposed to convey the message of
completeness. It is as if when someone knows our names, they should know us. No one
answers the question of 'Who are you?' by describing the characteristics that define self,
or by stating how he or she thinks or feels. However, that is exactly what is hidden and
can be revealed in our individual names.
Dale Carnegie dedicates an entire chapter in his longtime bestselling book, How to
Win Friends and Influence People, arguing for the importance of a person's name when
he wrote, "Our name is our identity in this world. As such, our name can help us or
hinder us depending on what our name conveys to others both consciously and
subliminally. Names can be unique or fairly common, yet all names carry both blessings
and challenges."
Each letter within a name carries both gifts and opportunities for growth, or said
another way, both positive and negative characteristics. The talents are more obvious to
see within a name, as people tend to hide their challenges from others. A person's name
connects them to their personality. All names contain personality secrets that are
integrated into them. These secrets are divulged by the letters, in combination with their
location, within the name. Therefore, knowing what each letter represents becomes
important. Additionally, our names carry our reputations and are the manner in which
we identify others and ourselves. Imagine for a moment not having a name.Even Prince, in his record contract dispute with Warner Brothers
over the use his legal name, needed to be called something. In a clever act of protest he
legally changed his name to a cryptic symbol and thus was called 'the artist formerly known as Prince'.
Each of the six billion people on the Earth has a name, as do countries, streets, plays,
hurricanes, and pets. The United Nations even went so far as to state that every person
has a right to a name. The results of our obsession to name people, objects, animals,
plants, social groups, organic molecules, and everything else created a new science
called Onomastics, which is defined as the study of names, and naming or seeing the whole. Meanwhile Neimology™ Science, which is presented here, is the study of the
placement of the letters in names, or the study of the parts of a name, which comprise
the whole.
A Neimologist is one who studies the placement of the letters in someone's name,
which then enables them to better understand people at a deeper level simply by
knowing their name. The skill of a Neimology™ Science expert is directly related to
their ability to compare and contrast all the different parts of a name to divulge a picture
of someone's personality. They must be able to see the entire picture that the name
represents including the nuances produced by how the letters interact and affect each
Names have an impact on the person who has the name. As Neimology™ Science will
show, this is because each sound has a frequency that corresponds to a quality or
characteristic. So, each time a person hears his or her name, the sounds that comprise
the name and their corresponding frequencies are perceived. Hence, the sounds, which
represent the letters, and consequently, the qualities in the name, are reinforced.
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and then scroll down to the first subheading that says, "Expectations Surrounding Names" to continue reading where you left off.
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Thank you for considering an annual membership to Friends of Miller Woods (formerly Natural Connections). Miller Woods consists of 130 acres of forest and grassland bequeathed to the Yamhill Soil & Water Conservation District by Frieda Miller in 2004. The property contains a wide array of ecosystems ranging from a hay field and oak savannah to timber stands of varying ages. The ponds and streams provide home to a diverse group of wildlife and native plants and the many trails allow visitors a serene setting to hike or run.
Your annual membership will grant you access to Miller Woods in lieu of making the $5 donation at the kiosk. Membership donations help protect and maintain Miller Woods for public use and provide necessary funding for maintenance and improvements.


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Well, I've not been feeling good at all this week. I'm surprised to have allergies in mid-May. This is a rare occurance, that's for sure. I miss having Greg here, fortunately he's going to come over today to keep me company. 🙂
Been having an interesting time in the chatroom at golden-road.net during Price is Right these days, I am really getting into the "Chatroom Showcase Showoff", I am determined to be as close as I can every day I'm there.
And last but certainly not least, my webpage is finally reopened, complete with domain. http://nicholasmooneyhan.com/ . Tell your friends. 😛
Later gang.


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Shipyard : Lürssen Shipyard
Built : 2003
Yacht CAPRI 1 for charter
Motor yacht Capri is a spacious, comfortable and elegant charter yacht from the renowned Lurssen shipyard. Motor yacht Capri was build in 2003 but refitted in 2012.
Motor yacht Capri is available for charter and is based in South of France in the summer. Charter yacht Capri is avaialble for charter in the Indian Ocean during the winter months.
With interior design by Glade Johnson, she features refined social spaces and facilities for entertainment and activities, making charter yacth Capri ideal for a wide variety of charter requirements. Motor yacht Capri accommodates 12 guests across six staterooms and a full-beam master stateroom.
Motor yacht Capris sleek and elegant design is softened by the use of soft curves inside and out. Motor yacht Capris substantial volume offers many casual and formal entertainment and dining areas plus spacious and comfortable accommodate for twelve guests. Luxury motor Yacht CAPRI represents the pinnacle of clever and stylish design with top of the line equipment resulting in a beautiful yet extremely seaworthy vessel.
Accommodation onboard motor yacht Capri:
Full-beam Master Stateroom on the main deck onboard yacht Capri, with king size bed, private office and lounge with flat screen TV and entertainment system. Includes walk in bathroom complete with beautiful marble shower, Jacuzzi bathtub, his/hers separate facilities, his/hers walk in wardrobes. An en-suite twin cabin is just aft which is ideal for families.
On the lower deck, there are three equal double cabins each with queen beds and one twin cabin. All are en-suite with marble bathtubs and fully equipped with the latest A/V entertainment systems.
From 280,000€ /week
to 336,000€ /week
LOA : 58.6m (192.26ft)
BEAM : 11.1m (36.42ft)
Draft : 3.5m (11.48ft)
PAV : Cayman Islands (The)
2 x 1957 Cv
Type : CAT 3512
Cruising Speed : 13 Knots
Maximum Speed : 16 Knots
Number of Guests : 12
Number of cabins : 6
Double cabins : 4
Twin cabins : 2
Other Information:
Crew : 15
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If there is one style that celebrates humility, practicality and affordability, then it is surely the industrial style. What started out as an efficient work environment several decades ago soon morphed into a distinct style that made its way slowly from functional loft-style homes to expansive villas and contemporary penthouses. Cutting across generations, it is a trend that never seems to die down! And there are few places in the house which revel in the beauty and unassuming ease of the industrial style as much as the kitchen.
If you have not already given it a shot, 2015 is a great time to shift over to an industrial-style kitchen. And we have an amazing collection of 100 industrial style kitchens to inspire you along the way. While some blend contemporary aesthetics with industrial elements, others stick to the classic, loft-inspired design. Delve in and explore!
1. Flooring and Walls
This is a style that is all about raw textural beauty at its diverse best. In simpler terms, think brick, tiled and even concrete walls while planning for the industrial kitchen. Brick walls obviously are a favorite among homeowners and currently lead the pack, but do not forget the value of exposed steel surfaces and the right flooring, which elevate the kitchen to a whole new level.
From wooden floors with chevron and herringbone patterns to dark, painted flooring that gives the industrial kitchen a truly 'vintage' look, the options are endless. Throw in a beautiful subway tiled backsplash and some open shelves, and you have a captivating kitchen.
2. Decor and Kitchen Islands
Ever looked at a truly exceptional industrial-style kitchen and wondered how the homeowner put together such a unique yet mesmerizing space? It goes without saying that picking the right decor and accessories that fit in with the style goes a long way in getting the job done. But beyond the obvious, it is all about giving your kitchen a distinct personality that reflects your own taste, instead of going down the generic path.
Bring in salvaged items, DIY pendants and chairs, a smart kitchen island, custom shelves and cabinets crafted from old scrap that is collecting dust in the yard or some wonderful flea market finds to usher in this aura of exclusivity.
3. Modern Designs
For some, embracing the industrial look is all about finding a balance between modern refinement and edgy overtones that the style delivers. This curated fusion between both the styles works absolutely beautifully, and you can tone up or down the level of raw, industrial beauty that you want in the kitchen by just adding or removing a few decor pieces over time. A chic industrial kitchen has a certain sense of inviting softness, is more open to glossy, posh cabinets and worktops, and relies heavily on lighting, the ceiling and the walls around it to deliver an industrial flavor.
Gray is a great color choice for the chic industrial kitchen as it combines the steely grit of the industrial style with contemporary sophistication. Thos with design commitment issues can start out by adding industrial-styled lighting to their existing kitchen and then altering select pieces over a period of time (such as the bar stools or the cabinets) to find that perfect blend between the modern and the industrial.
4. Small Kitchens
Since large loft-inspired kitchens with their giant industrial-style, framed glass windows, double height ceilings and sweeping spaces so often take center stage, there is a perception that the style fails in smaller kitchens. This is completely untrue, as efficiency, frugality and ergonomics are the defining factors of the industrial style, making it ideal for smaller kitchens. Pot racks that allow you to hang all your dishes and kitchenware with ease, shelves that tuck away the unnecessary, and countertops that can take plenty of wear and tear come together to deliver a useful small kitchen that is well and truly industrial in its appeal.
Since open plan living areas are quickly becoming the norm, a small industrial kitchen in the corner not only adds a sense of intrigue, but allows you to demarcate spaces easily without worrying about area rugs and false ceilings! Add a few pops of color, some natural greenery and let in plenty of natural light to give it a more airy, cheerful vibe.
5. Shelving and Storage
Open shelving and lots of it; this is another great way of bringing industrial beauty to your kitchen while expanding the available shelf space. But do not forget about the innate sense of rawness that these shelves need to exude, and if you have a kitchen that is already modern, floating shelves in raw wood or stainless steel offer the necessary contrast. Industrial-style kitchen shelving allows you to make complete use of the vertical space on offer, along with the use of vintage pot racks and standalone cabinets that maximize available room in even the tiniest kitchen.
So, are you ready to get in on the industrial kitchen revolution?


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Now the fun part begins. Take out the literature from the box and read it carefully. You will notice there is a disclosure in very fine print that reads:
"Every Rectal Thermometer made by Johnson & Johnson is personally tested and then sanitized." Now, close your eyes and repeat out loud five times, "I am so glad I do not work in the thermometer quality control department at Johnson & Johnson." Have a wonderful day knowing that, no matter how bad it is, there is always a job that's more of a pain in the ass than yours.
- We do not tear your clothing with machinery. We do it carefully by hand.
- For Sale: Eight puppies from a German Shepherd and an Alaskan Hussy.
- Great Dames for sale.
- Have several very old dresses from grandmother in beautiful condition.
- Tired of cleaning yourself? Let me do it.
- Dog for sale: eats anything and is fond of children.
- Vacation Special: have your home exterminated.
You go up to her and say, "I am very rich. Marry me!"
That's Direct Marketing.
One of your friends goes up to her and pointing at you and says,
"He's very rich. Marry him."
That's Advertising.
You see a gorgeous girl at a party.
You go up to her and get her telephone number.
The next day you call and say, "Hi, I'm very rich. Marry me."
That's Telemarketing.
You're at a party and see a gorgeous girl.
You get up and straighten your tie; you walk up to her and pour
her a drink.
You open the door for her; pick up her bag after she drops it,
offer her a ride, and then say,
"By the way, I'm very rich. Will you marry me?"
That's Public Relations.
You're at a party and see a gorgeous girl.
She walks up to you and says, "You are very rich."
That's Brand Recognition.
You see a gorgeous girl at a party.
You go up to her and say, "I'm rich. Marry me"
She gives you a nice hard slap on your face.
That's Customer Feedback!!!!


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One by one, members of the Dream Team have been responding to Kobe Bryant, who said that this year's USA basketball team would pull out a victory over the 1992 squad. Magic Johnson offered his feedback via Twitter.
Johnson kicked off his series of tweets by re-tweeting ESPN's Dick Vitale, who said that he totally agrees with Michael Jordan, who admitted earlier in the day on Thursday that he "absolutely laughed" when he heard Bryant's bold prediction. Johnson said that he "laughed as well."
Johnson then issued the following tweets, which includes calling Jordan the greatest player of all time. Many would agree with that statement, but hearing it from someone who battled on the court extensively with MJ during the Dream Team's scrimmages is pretty cool.
The 1992 Dream Team had 11 HOFs, 23 champ rings & the greatest player of all time in Jordan. No chance this years team would take us.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) July 12, 2012
Our '92 team had too many winners, were too smart & too competitive to lose to Kobe & the 2012 team. I am excited to watch them though.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) July 12, 2012
Johnson joins Jordan, Charles Barkley and Larry Bird as members of the Dream Team to respond to Bryant. Don't be surprised if he isn't the last Dream Teamer to step forward, though. After all, it's in their competitive blood.
Magic Johnson photo (left) via Twitter/@MagicJohnson
Click here to see Larry Bird's response to Kobe Bryant >>
Click here to see Michael Jordan's response to Kobe Bryant >>
Click here to see Charles Barkley's response to Kobe Bryant >>
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Project Visualization
There are many ways to envision your project―and finding the right one can help you communicate your plans more effectively, collaborate more easily, gain consensus more quickly, and move your project forward.
You can see your completed project in your mind, and it's beautiful. Now, how do you get others on board with your vision? Often, project visualization can help you move forward. Kimley-Horn can help make that happen.
Seeing is Believing
Often, resistance to action is an issue of perception. Plans in themselves are neutral―and can be interpreted many ways.
Kimley-Horn's project visualization experts give visual expression to ideas for spaces and places, facilitating the interpretation you are trying to achieve. By helping you and your audiences connect, comprehend, and collaborate, we bring your vision into reality.
What are you trying to say? Who do you want to reach? And what do you want to accomplish? Kimley-Horn's expert storytellers work with you to give your plans the desired emotion, intention and action to better drive audience engagement.
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There are many ways to envision projects. Kimley-Horn has a full suite of advanced visualization tools to bring your vision to life. Let our team help you find the best visualization tool, technique, and communication strategy for your project.
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Last week I worked on the arched moldings for my clock and left you with going back into the shop to used different setups and a new design. It worked. Kind of. It turns out that I did use my Micro Fence circle-cutting jig, but I had to also use my shop-made jig, too. The Micro Fence system did not allow me to get as small as I needed to make my moldings. The opening photo is that of the second profile as it came off the router. (You can enlarge the photos if you click on them.)
This week I began from the profiled arched moldings. Three things to do: cut the arched pieces from the stock, make a set of straight moldings to match what I had in the arched set and work the small bead of the moldings. At the band saw, I cut away the waste to free the almost completed arched moldings. A quick trip to my disc sander (the outside edge) and my spindle sander for the inside edge and I was ready to begin matching the profile on some straight stock.
One of the ends of each of my four arched moldings is square cut – the ends that met in the middle of my setup. Using that end, I worked through the profile using the same router bits used to make the arched pieces. I had to set the depth of cut and the fence location to accurately match the design. It took about two hours to create a matching design on my straight stock. The last cut was the 1/4″ round-nose bit profile. With its work complete, I could rip the molding pieces free.
The last step was to create the 1/8″ bead on each of the sticks of molding. My first thought was to carve the pieces. I grabbed a small, bent-back carving gouge from the roll and got ready. After a couple minutes, I knew this was not the answer. Plan B – which should have been Plan A in retrospect – was to make a scraper for the task. Simple enough. I drilled an 1/8″ hole near the edge of one of my scraper blades, then ground it (sanded it with my spindle sander) so only half the profile showed. Work began on a straight piece of stock. Scrape. Scrape. Scrape. Done. It was too easy. The second, third and fourth pieces of straight molding went just as quick. But what about the arched pieces? I clamped one in my vise and went at it. The results were just as great and just as quick. The finished molding is shown above right, and the process is shown below. (The inset photo is the bead scraper.)
If you run into this need, make a scratch beader your Plan A. It's way easy to do. And it works.
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Moto G5 Plus is the latest addition to the mid-range budget smartphones from Motorola/Lenovo. It was released last month and after a while, the sibling Moto G5 was released too. Finally, we now have a way to root and install TWRP on the device. So if you own a Moto G5 Plus and want to root and install recovery on it, follow our guide here to Root and Install TWRP Recovery on Moto G5 Plus.
We are showing you a very simple procedure that doesn't require a PC or laptop. This just uses your Moto G5 Plus smartphone to root it. After rooting your device, you will gain a lot of access like: Can uninstall factory apps, install your own custom ROMs, change system settings, etc. It is what every Android enthusiast will do first thing after buying a new phone.
Rooting or flashing Custom ROMs will void your warranty and can brick your device if done wrong. Keep that in mind and do it at your own risk even if you are following this guide. We are not responsible for any damage that might happen to your device in this process. This guide is written carefully detailing all necessary steps and by following it you agree that you understand these risks.
Important Note
- Make sure that your device is at least 50-60% charged.
- All files present in your phone will be erased. So be sure to take a backup before proceeding.
- This method only works for Moto G5 Plus. Do not attempt this on any other smartphones.
- As we already mentioned, rooting will void your warranty.
Benefits of Rooting
Benefits you ask? There are many. Rooting is an essential thing that almost every Android enthusiast does after getting a new smartphone. It unlocks the full potential of an Android, it lets you install custom ROMs, tweak hardware inside, change the looks of software and a lot more.
There are improvements that can be made to increase performance, tweaks and a lot more. So it is surely a good step to take and you can unroot your device anytime to roll back to the starting state. The process is simple and reversible.
- ADB and Fastboot tools – Link
- TWRP for Moto G5 Plus – Link
- Magisk Manager – Link
- no-verity-opt-encrypt-5.1 – Link
Steps to Root and Install TWRP Recovery on Moto G5 Plus
Installing TWRP Recovery
- Go to Android setting's Developer options and enable Android debugging.
- Install ADB and Fastboot tools and place the TWRP recovery for Moto G5 Plus .img file in that folder. Rename the file to "recovery.img"
- Now, go to the ADB folder where it was installed and open the CMD window by pressing 'shift' key and right-clicking anywhere on the folder.
- Connect your phone to the PC and reboot it by typing the command below.
adb reboot bootloader
- That will take you to the Fastboot mode. Now you can check the connection with this command:
fastboot devices
- If it shows your device, type in this last code:
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
- Now your device will reboot automatically after installing TWRP recovery. Next, we just need to root using Magisk Manger with the TWRP we just installed.
Rooting the Moto G5 Plus
- Download the Magisk Manager zip file.
- Boot into recovery mode.
- Go to Wipe and tap Format Data and confirm it by typing "yes".
- Reboot the TWRP into Recovery mode and copy the Magisk zip file and no-verity-opt-encrypt-5.1.zip file that you find above in your phone.
- Go to Install zip and select the no-verity-opt-encrypt-5.1.zip. Flash it.
- Reboot your device and boot into TWRP recovery again.
- Now flash the Magisk zip file and then wipe cache and Dalvik cache.
- Reboot your phone again and now your phone is rooted.
That's it. Now you have successfully rooted your Moto G5 Plus. Hope this guide to Root and Install TWRP Recovery on Moto G5 Plus helped you. Share it and drop a comment below if you have any queries.


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I've seen art materials catalogues and, of course, the "what you need" sections without which no art instruction book would be complete. What I haven't seen, however, is anything quite like this. Yes, there was the Ralph Meyer guide, but he was an analytical chemist and The Artist's Handbook of Materials and Techniques is substantial, exhaustive and, frankly, a bit exhausting.
From an art materials supplier, you'd expect something a bit like an augmented catalogue, but this avoids that route (and pitfall). The information isn't routinely brand-specific and is very thorough, including properties, uses and hazards (the table relating to solvents is a potential life-saver). Paints, brushes, papers, canvases, printing materials and frames all get a look-in and there are also some useful reviews and feature articles. You'll be pointed at Jackson's website, of course, but the branding is quite subtle and certainly not intrusive. The whole thing has a defiantly independent feel to it, which is one of the reasons it's here.
The best bit? It's free. You can view it online or order a printed copy here https://www.jacksonsart.com/catalogues/materials-guide-issue-1 and you should. Even if it was priced, I'd say "buy it".


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TRUE COMPLEXION™ CONTOUR PALETTE is rated out of 5 by 47.
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Black Radiance® True Complexion™ Contour Palette highlights, shapes and sculpts facial features for naturally enhanced definition. Ready. Set. Contour!
First prep the face with True Complexion™ Refining Skin Primer for the best contouring effects. Use a large powder brush to gently buff the Contour powder to the areas you want to define. Use a smaller brush to apply the Sculpt powder to the top of cheekbones to make them stand out. Then, with the same or different brush of your choosing, brush the Highlighter onto the apples of your cheeks for a healthy pop of color.
- Buildable, blendable powder
- Easy to follow illustration helps master the art of contouring
- Defines, Sculpts, Slims, Shapes, Highlights, and Chisels appearance
- Transforms the facial silhouette with natural looking dimension
- Non-ashy look
- Won't clog pores
Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.8320, 8321 Talc, Nylon-12, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone, Boron Nitride, Ethyl Macadamiate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Lauroyl Lysine, Polysorbate 20, C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters, Polybutene, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hexylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sorbitan Stearate, Silica, o-Cymen-5-ol, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Tocopherol, Polyacrylamide, Tocopheryl Acetate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7, [+/- (MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR): Iron Oxides/CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, Mica, Titanium Dioxide/CI 77891, Red 40 Lake/CI 16035]. Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Diisopropyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Kaolin, Ozokerite, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Myristyl Lactate, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax/Cire de carnauba, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate [+/-(MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR): Iron Oxides/CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, Titanium Dioxide/CI 77891, Ultramarines/CI 77007]
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Rated 5 out of 5 by NiaNia from Will definitely buy again Best contour palette I've ever bought. Blends in well with my skin tone and doesn't leave an ashy shadow. The undertone is perfect for black skin. I have a yellow undertone and it blended perfectly.
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Rated 4 out of 5 by Anonymous from Great for Brown and Dark Skin The contour powder is actually dark enough for dark skin! And the highlight is so pretty. The sculpting powder is too light for my dark skin but workable and probably would fit better for brown skin.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by Anonymous from Pleasantly Surprised! SWatched this product in Walgreens. Was pleasantly surprised when I got it home and tried it out. It was definitely designed for my medium warm skin tone! Paired with the Almond Blush - Amazing!
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Rated 5 out of 5 by Anonymous from Works incredible on light-medium skin too! Hi my name is Gladys Pastor, Im a blogger and I came across this and I love it. Incredible quality, even on oily skin. Super pigmented!.. good job guys! YouTube video of swatches : Beauty by G
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Rated 5 out of 5 by Anonymous from Awesome! I love this contour palette! I have it in Medium to Dark. I use it for almost every makeup application. The powders are so bendable and the highlighter is so pretty and bright for my skin tone.
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- Product Description
The EV55DP is a compact disc player which plays regular music CDs as well as digital media through a USB input.
At first look the EV55DP catches the eye due to its classic wood enclosure, however on the inside it is equipped with the best possible circuitry used in present day digital engineering. Built to mouth watering specifications, this is a pure music lover's CD player through and through.
It has the capability to increase the detail levels in your CD collection as well as link up with coaxial and USB sources. It can be used as a stand-alone player with use of its remote handset, or integrated with the EV55SE Integrated Amplifier.
- Specifications
Resolution 24 bit/192kHz Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz (+/- 0.2dB) Dynamic Range >95dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio >100dB Digital Inputs
2 x Coaxial
1 x USB (Type B)
Digital Outputs
1 x Coaxial
1 x Optical TosLink
Analogue Outputs
1 x Unbalanced Variable Output
1 x Unbalanced Fixed Output
1 x 6.35mm Headphone Output
Vaccum Tube Used ECC82 (12AU7) Dimensions (H x W x D) in mm 115 × 420 × 314 Weight 6.8 kg Colour Choice Louro Preto
- Reviews
Why Ekco
- British hi-fi electronics company
- Established in 1926
- In Australia since the 1950's
- Specialises in vacuum tube electronics


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Full Day Indulge Experience
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Life is supposed to be about enjoyment, of course, but it's often the case that we forget this amid a sea of deadlines and schedules. With The Enrich Experience, you can remind yourself about priorities as you soak up the luxury.
Here at this sumptuous Yorkshire venue, you can forget all about work, home and family commitments. This really is 'Me Time' at its very best.


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Reviewers on the #RBRT are very busy hard working people who give their time freely, so I thought it was about time readers had the chance to meet them and find out a bit more about them.
Bev Spicer lives in sunny Charente-Maritime, France.
Bev Reviews on her blog: http://www.baspicer.blogspot.fr/search/label/IndieReads
Bev likes reading literary fiction, and all well-written genre fiction.
For the book review team Bev prefers kindle files sent direct to her email, or mobi.
Interests: astronomy, astro-physics, science, Ted Talks, reading, writing, keeping fit.
I asked, "What new genres have you tried from the review team list?"
I've tried speculative short stories, detective fiction, thrillers and historical fiction.
"What genres make you step out of your comfort zone?"
Books which are outside my comfort zone: slushy, sentimental romance.
"What do you look for in a book?"
What do I look for? Strong, realistic characters, not too much back story (prefer dialogue), good plot and pace, great settings. And it's always good to learn something new.
"Book Styles you don't enjoy?"
I'm willing to give any style of book a go.
"Do you read & review Non-Fiction?"
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Get Cooking is the theme for our first book display. What a great collection of cookbooks– cookbooks for healthy eating, diabetics, allergy-friendly, gluten-free, and weight-watchers. There are some great ethnic cookbooks for Italian cookery and the Kosher baker. There are cookbooks for the busy family, cooking for two, the picky eater, and comfort food. The collection even has The Can't Cook Book: 100+ Recipes for the Absolutely Terrified by Jessica Seinfeld.
In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., our second book display is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement. The books cover the man, his dream, and his life. Included topics are the history of the Civil Rights Movement, the March on Washington, and the Freedom Walkers. Also in this display are biographies of Rosa Parks, Malcolm X, James Meredith and Stokely Carmichael.
Our 2 mini displays are Holocaust Remembrance Day – April 12, 2018 and In Remembrance – Anita Shreve , bestselling author.
Our displays on the third floor:
April is Autism Awareness Month and is the theme for the health display. It includes books that offer practical guides to autism, understanding autism, and how to care for a child with autism. Also included are how to help autistic persons achieve their dreams and goals. Besides the books, there are lots of handouts.
Celebrate National Library Week April 8-14 is next display (something that is near and dear to me). Some of the topics covered are the history of libraries from ancient times to the modern public library, how to do research at the library, the Library of Congress and the Dewey Decimal System.
Last but not least, in honor of April is National Poetry Month, is the blue bucket of Poems for your Pocket. Come and take a poem. The blue bucket is sitting at the reference desk on the third floor.
And remember April showers bring May flowers and Syosset Library brings great reads!
**Displays are subject to change during the month**
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The question was once posed to me "What gift have you received that you appreciated the most?" It only took a micro second to remember my favorite gift - ever. I am acutely aware of it on a regular basis.
It was 1987. My husband and I were going through a rough patch of bad luck. It seemed that no matter what we did to get ahead, we were thrown two steps back. We had taken a huge financial loss and did not have any income at the time. Jobs were more than scarce and every day seemed to bring a new dilemma.
It was Christmas time and there was no money for any gifts or turkey dinner. Please don't misunderstand me. There are things a lot more important than exchanging gifts but it was a harsh reminder of how difficult the year had been. Although we remained optimistic, the future looked pretty grim.
Gently, he removed the spoon and laid it on the counter. He took me in his arms and held me. No words were exchanged. There was no need.
The next day was Christmas and it was snowing. Perfect. We lived in a remote area surrounded by acres of woods. The beauty of the forest was breathtaking. What fun we would have playing in the snow with our children. The freshness of the pure white snow seemed to send the message that this new year would be a new beginning. I found solace in that.
On the kitchen counter was my spoon. My favorite spoon. I couldn't believe my eyes. It had a new handle. It was a wooden handle. I had no idea where he got it or how he did it, but my husband had found a piece of wood to fit the spoon. My spoon. It could still be used. I got so excited that I believe the children were concerned Mom had lost her faculties.
The lesson the children learned that day was priceless. They understood the joy that comes when giving a gift from the heart. All of us have had experiences like this that make us realize what is important. What love is.
That was almost 30 years ago and I am still using that spoon. Every. Single. Day. Every day I am reminded to find a way to make a gesture, no matter how small, to show appreciation to those I love. We may never know the impact it could make. I will never forget it.
What was your best gift ever? Did you have one with a lasting impact?
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