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New York Yankees quick hits: It’s time for Trost and Levine to go

I try to stay professional on my website. While I try to share my views on some of the more prominent topics in sports, I also try to remain an unbiased sports writer, not allowing any of my fandom interfere with delivering the truth.

Today, I come to you not as a writer of sports, but as a fan so disheartened by my favorite team’s upper management that it was time I spoke out.

I can’t keep quiet any longer. Instead of bettering the situation, Yankees president Randy Levine has made it worse. And it’s time for the fans to strike back.

I have personally stayed clear of the New York Yankees and StubHub debacle that is currently going on between the rich and poor fans on New York. Partly because there have been an endless amount of articles written upon it, and partly because it has me so infuriated I didn’t no how to wrangle my thoughts professionally without dropping an F-bomb every other word.

The problem below market at a certain point is that if you buy a ticket in a very premium location and pay a substantial amount of money. It’s not that we don’t want that fan to sell it, but that fan is sitting there having paid a substantial amount of money for their ticket and [a different] fan picks it up for a buck-and-a-half and sits there, and it frustrates the purchaser of the full amount. And quite frankly, the fan may be someone who has never sat in a premium location. So that’s a frustration to our existing fan base.

Yankees COO Lonn Trost to Neil Best at Newsday

That was the proverbial powder keg. Trost basically said that the new Yankees Stadium specifically built a section of premier seating so the rich Yankees fans didn’t have to sit with the poor ones. Or basically, the fans that have made the Yankees who they are today.

It all starts with the new stadium. Any Yankees fan who likes this monstrosity of a ballpark doesn’t really like the Yankees or the game of baseball. They enjoy a night out on the town. This stadium has little to do with enhancing the game watching experience as it has to do with paying homage to the financial empire in which the Yankees franchise has become.

Now when I go to Yankees Stadium, I always sit in the upper level. And here’s a little secret. It’s not because I can’t afford a ticket in those fancy premium seats. I mean, I can’t afford a season ticket package there, but if it was a huge game, and I wanted to go with Big Lar, D-Sant and Greene like the good ol’ days, we could get seats down there.

But we don’t want to. It’s a waste of money. I want to sit with the — what Trost has deemed as — poor people. That’s who the Yankees fans are and what has made the Yankees so great. The old Yankees Stadium was classic. When that upper level started rocking, you never knew if you were going to survive the fan-imposed earthquake or not. When Pedro Martinez or some Red Sox player beaned one of the Yankees, you heard it, and it wasn’t in made for TV, PG language.

This started with the new stadium and how they started brushing the old fans to the side. For years, Big Lar, D-Sant, Greene and myself had the Saturday ticket package. We had great seats in the upper level, eight rows behind home plate. Some of my greatest Yankees memories were in those seats.

We no longer have that package anymore. You want to know why? They deemed those seats were worth more than what we had paid for years and felt that we — as loyal repeat customers — would more likely be suited way down the left field line with an obstructed view. It was absurd.

I have lived in Atlanta for the past 13 years of my life. I still make it to the Stadium at least once a year, so believe me, going to a game at Yankees Stadium costs me way more than the average fan. But it never bothered me until now.

Now I don’t think I can bring myself to enter Yankees Stadium until Levine and Trost are fired. If they don’t want the likes of people in my financial status in life at Yankees Stadium, well, then I don’t know that I want to be there.

It is painful to even think this. I have been a Yankees fan since I saw Don Mattingly pick up a bat. I have seen the worst of times and the best of times. And I always went to Yankees games. It wasn’t about how good or bad the team was, it was about the pride and passion of being a fan of pinstripes and representing the greatest team on earth.

And now, they clearly don’t want me — or a large amount of people like me — doing that.

Levine added to the fire, attacking Bronx borough president Ruben Diaz, Jr. for supporting StubHub — i.e. his residents of the Bronx and Yankees faithful.

“It does surprise me because the only time he showed up to Yankee Stadium was when he was on official business when he was comped.

“I guess there are no greater problems in the Bronx,” Levine continued to Rovell, “that he needs to spend time on, than ticketing.”

How are Hank and Hal standing idle? How are they allowing these people to speak for them and alienate such a large portion of their fanbase. They already don’t allow Comcast subscribers to see their games, now they are trying to keep the common people out?

Isn’t it simple math? I’ve been to Yankees games over the past three seasons with this mediocre product they claim to call a baseball team on the field. The Stadium is rarely full. Wouldn’t it seem better to get more fans into the Stadium that could afford it, than selling less tickets at a higher price to those that can?

It isn’t simply about ticket sales. It’s about the fact that the average fan spends — what? — $20 to $30 more once they are in the gates. A lot of that is on overpriced Yankees merchandise that goes right back to the Yankees.

Subway Squawkers brought up another excellent point. The Steinbrenners did this to themselves. They allowed themselves to be convinced by the elitist Levine and Trost that Yankees Ticket Exchange would be more beneficial than partnering with outlets like StubHub. As their article points out, since it’s inception, only 10% of Yankees tickets have been resold on the Exchange and that my friends is an economic failure.

Instead of admitting defeat, instead of admitting that maybe an outside source would get more fans in the stands, they fight what could be one of their biggest allies. They lie to one of the most loyal fanbases in the world by saying this is about fraud protection.

This isn’t about protecting their fans. This is about making one financial mistake after another since The Boss passed and Hank and Hal continue to drive one of the most storied franchises into the ground.

Now like I said, I will never hold this against the team on the field. I always will believe that this is a World Series bound team, and I will watch every game I can. In fact, I may just start heading to Tampa and watch the team there live instead of trying to go to Yankees Stadium ever again.

That is unless Levine and Trost get canned. Then I will go and celebrate.

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Day 6: Nizwa and back to Muscat

I headed down the mountain after breakfast, feeling “done” with Jebel Shams. .Going down was easier than going up of course, and barring my emptying gas tank, I was in good spirits. .I was able to fill up eventually and then head out towards Nizwa, where I’d heard there was a really good souk and some more forts. .I got there earlier than expected, and easily found the souk area. .It was actually quite nice, much cleaner and better laid out than the one in Muscat. .I saw some really nice jewelry but it was way above my budget. .I did snag some HOPEFULLY food-grade frankincense, myrrh, and sandalwood (we use these in Chinese medicine brewed as a tea to help relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and increase blood flow in the body) in a back corner of the market that I mostly saw locals in, along with some really nice dates in the produce market building for just 1 rial (about $2.60) .I ate lunch at a place with wifi across the street, had some “Zanzibar curry” which was a nice chicken kinda thing with saffron rice. .I was feeling a little beat so thought maybe I’d head early to the airport and chill at the lounge. .Got there around 2pm (my flight wasn’t until early the next morning). .Fail here- #1- they won’t check you in until 3 hrs before. .For whatever reason I couldn’t check in online for my flight on Swiss to Dubai, so I had to wait a painful 10 hrs or so in the front of the airport. .There were a few places to grab something, but I was out of rial basically…also did I mention I’m a pretty broke student? .Was waiting for some big checks (scholarship money and work) to go through…so, I made do with a cup of tea, some study materials, and my favorite app, the oddly-named “Turdus” (offline wikitravel).

Fail #2 came at check-in when the agent insisted I wasn’t star gold status, and wouldn’t print it on my ticket (only silver). .Not good, as I was sorely in need of food, a hot shower, and a quiet place to chill for a bit. .I went to the lounge anyway and tried to talk my way in…they weren’t having any of it and wouldn’t even let me get the password to use internet to pull up my united status. .Luckily I happened to see a spare paper with it….went outside, pulled up the page, went back in, argued again…they told me the ticket agent would have to reprint my ticket and I had to go back to check in…past where I stamped out…not happening. .Eventually they got tired of arguing with me and let me in. .The lounge was pretty satisfactory and let me tell you, I certainly enjoyed that shower!

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Stop Hating Your Body

I wrote this for the Daily Hiit, but it’s something I needed to share.

In the world today it is almost impossible to go through life without having the unattainable standards of the media and Hollywood having an affect on your psyche.  Multiple times a day advertisements, T.V. shows, movies, and clothing labels are barraging the public with their own standards of beauty.  Not even promoting anything resembling health.  It is a media storm that is driven by the belief that beautiful people sell beautiful things.  The belief that if you buy this product you too can resemble those who grace the ads, big screens, and airwaves.

Body image issues have become the prime issue facing everyone from fashion houses to Hollywood to magazines.  The idea of the “real woman” made its heyday attacking the super slim figures walking down the runways.  Beneath the exterior of the “real woman” campaign is much more than the desire to see different body types and sizes modeling clothing.  At its heart the drive is much more individually based.  When confronted with images of women who seemingly have no flaws, the flawed woman who is watching is confronted with her own body and sees it right on the page or the screen and does a comparison.  Down to the minutia.  Women hate not only being confronted with the idea that there is only one female body type that is considered beautiful but also they hate being confronted with their own body image issues as if those imperfections hold more sway in their mind then their college degrees or children or personality.

There is not just one beautiful female body as there is not one ‘perfect’ mother, wife, sister, daughter, or friend.  Changing a negative body image starts and ends with one thing.  Perception.  What you see in the mirror is determined by your outlook on life, your goals, your triumphs and setbacks, and pain.  It is no different than how you view a painting.  What a woman sees in the Mona Lisa varies drastically from what a man sees.  Body hatred exists because it is negatively perceived and negatively categorized.

The little rolls of fat deposits around your waist and hips?  Those aren’t your most hated stumbling block.  They exist because you are a woman and genetically pre-disposed to more fat than men.  They are also a way of keeping you alive should famine or loss or starvation hit you.  It’s your body’s insurance policy on itself.

The thighs?  The thunder thighs you call them?  They happen to be the largest group of muscles on your body.  The largest fat burning grouping of muscles on your body.  They are strong because you need them to be.  They make it possible to run miles or pick up your children from the floor countless times a day.

There is nothing on or in your body that you hate.  Nothing at all.  From personal experience, what you really hate are your choices.  Choices that may be personal, dietary, or those skipped workouts.  It’s not about the fat on your body.  Are you putting in the effort into changing your body that you put into hating it?  Strangely enough your body is whats going to change you.  If it is fueled by positive thoughts, love, proper diet, and exercise it will reward you.  Your body is not the problem.  The way you think is.

Everyone comes in different sizes.  They face trials and setbacks no one knows about.  Perhaps one is at risk for diabetes or another for breast cancer or another for MS.  At the end of the day what others look like or how much they weigh is not the issue, the issue is whether we approach our own situation positively.  Change if you want to change or don’t change.  But become comfortable in your body and love who you are.

You are who you choose to be.

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    Last summer, the folks at Supersprox USA contacted me to ask if I'd like to try to destroy one of their Stealth Rear Sprockets. I guess that I have a reputation of being hard on stuff! I've run both aluminum and steel sprockets from a variety of brands, usually whatever fit the budget, but the lightness of aluminum and longevity of steel found in the Stealth design sounded pretty awesome. A more accurate term is probably "light-ish", because the sprocket is not made entirely from aluminum. It uses a 7075-T6 aluminum center carrier with a nickel coated carbon steel outer ring riveted to it. Supersprox lists the Stealth Sprocket as handling power from motorcycles up to 1400cc, so my GasGas 250 2T dual sport has margin to spare. The Stealth Sprocket is not all business, coming in flashy anodized colors that add some excitement to your hub. I received a 48 tooth sprocket in a nice looking anodized red that compliments my GasGas well, but a few months of Pac NW singletrack have pretty much taken care of the pretty part. But, I'm a function over form guy, so I'm happy. Installation is the same as any other sprocket with mounting bolts/nuts being sold separately. And, don't go cheap! Do the job right and install new hardware with threadlock. I did a weight comparison with the steel sprocket that I removed: All steel: 2lbs. Supersprox USA Stealth: 1lb. 10oz. Weight saved: 6oz. (about the weight of a proper billiard ball.) As a percentage, that's an unspung weight savings of just under 19%. Not sure that this translates into a measurable performance advantage for most recreational riders, but for racers who are looking for every possible edge, saving weight while maintaining durability matters. Since last summer, I've put nearly 1,600 miles on the Stealth Rear Sprocket, two-thirds being technical singletrack and the rest gravel roads and tarmac. I've packed it full of mud, sand, gravel, and lots and lots of snow and ice. It's been used to launch over roots & rocks, 60 mph highway jogs, and a constant barrage of decaying plant life from woods riding. About the only visible wear is that some of the nickel teeth coating has been rubbed off by the chain. So, still tons of life left in this sprocket. I'll have to report back when it finally wears out, but I expect that to be a long while. My testing conditions: For those who'd like to understand how I maintain my drive components, I installed the Stealth Sprocket with a new chain, using the fairly standard "3 finger" GasGas method for tension. I cleaned the chain and sprocket thoroughly after any muddy ride and lubed it up with PJ1 Black Label Chain Lube as needed. So, over-all, what do I think of the Supersprox USA Stealth Rear Sprocket? It's been outstanding. If you're looking to save a little unsprung weight and want your sprocket to stand-up to abuse for a long while, this sprocket is up to the task. I will definitely be running another one when the time comes. More @
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  2. From the DOL. They actually responded. Thank you for contacting us. Here is a link to our website with good information on how to registermodified off-road motorcycles. You will need an ORV decal and a motorcycle license plate to ride on public roads. (The law requires modified off-road motorcycles to meet both ORV requirements and requirements for on-road use). I would like to review the vehicle record for you. If you would like to provide the license plate number or VIN, I can take a look at the status of the registration and clarify what your vehicle may require. Thank you, Donna Customer Relations Email Team
  3. I sent an email to the DOL today asking for clarification. I'll let y'all know what they say. If they return my message...
  4. Talk to some officials. But, the way it explained to me was, if your bike is legal on the street then you're legal on the trails. But if you aren't legal on the street you need a permit (orv tabs) for the trails. Since your bike will be titled as"modified from street use" it's safe to assume you're plated and have no need for off-road permits. Seems pretty straight forward. And nobody is exempt from a disco pass on a plated bike.
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  6. Yes. Pass inspection at a certified inspection dealer, take the paperwork to the DOL and the bike will be retitled for road use and be issued a plate. You'll pay tax on weight. I did this to a GasGas MC250 2 stroke. It ended up being around $200 for inspection and titling.
  7. I had LCG Graphix do an '89 YZ 250. I even did a review on it. They were nice to work with an expressed that just because you don't see a picture on their website, doesn't mean they can't do it. They'll custom make whatever you want. I did a seat cover too, but this is all I can find right now.
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  9. Russ, "(video of the testing conditions)". Please google drive or dropbox your video and I'll upload it.

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    I'm a technical woods and high mountain single track rider that has has been wearing motocross boots since I can remember. I did try a pair of trials boots that were VERY comfortable, but they just didn't offer enough protection against trail hazards. I had been researching boots with the perfect blend of MX protection and trials style comfort and flexibility, and the Tech 7 Enduro by Alpinestars looked like a great candidate (at least on paper). Key Features of the Tech 7 Enduro Let's start top to bottom. The max usable opening on top is 5"W X 8.5"L with a Velcro enclosure and 4 replaceable aluminum buckles. Alpinestars doesn't necessarily explain the reasoning for the top and bottom buckles facing the opposite direction from the center two, but it's possible that pulling against each other might create a stronger enclosure? I can also see how the very bottom buckle sits out of the way from snags. There's also an extended gaiter to help keep moisture and dirt entry to a minimum, but keep in mind that the Tech 7 Enduro is not marketed as waterproof. Next, is a bio-mechanical pivot that creates really nice flexibility on and off the bike. Instead of just a clunky hinge right in the middle, the whole boot basically flexes in more than one spot. Upfront, there's an anatomically profiled shin plate that's made from a single piece to improve structural integrity. The foot shell of the boot is super resistant to impact and includes a hardened toe protector and a steel shank. The toe box of the boot is more compact than the last set of boots I ran and it has a grippy shift pad. Moving inside the boot, Alpinestars refers to an "Internal 3D Lining" that includes "anti-slide" microfiber suede to help keep your foot in place. Top that off with lots of cushy soft foam around the ankles for all-day comfort. Each boot weighs 4lbs. 7oz. and are CE certified. Checkout the "Description" tab for the entire feature list as I coverage the ones that stood out to me. Initial Impressions Out of the box, "Wow, those are REALLY white!" I took pictures because I knew they'd look terrible after riding in the woods. The overall fit and finish is as top-notch as you'd expect from a leader like Alpinestars. The first time I put my foot in them (no booties to bother with), it was like stepping onto a cloud. They are extremely fluffy and comfortable inside! I wore them for the last hour at work the day they arrived and hardly even noticed I had them on. The Tech 7 Enduro required no break-in period, being comfortable out-of-the-box. In terms of sizing, I generally wear a sized 12, that what I ordered, and I found them to be true-to-size. Since my GasGas 2-stroke is plated, I rode home in my new boots and had to relearn how to shift (more on this below). In terms of the buckle system, I'm not going to lie; I struggled with it. While I generally start from the bottom buckle and go up, with the Tech 7 Enduro, I found that I had to get the Velcro enclosure fastened first, then work my way down, re-adjusting them all again. I felt like as soon as I'd get the boots snug, I'd take a few steps, and they'd feel too loose again. Even once I thought that I had them to my liking, some adjusting was necessary to get them properly snug. With some experimentation, I've got them dialed in and I'm happy, but it just took more work than I'm used to. On-the-Trail Testing For three days of intense trail testing, I headed to Entiat Washington for non-stop switch backs, rock gardens, and beautiful alpine scenery. For the first few miles, I continued to struggle with shifting. However, I don't fault the boot. I'm running wide foot pegs and the arches of the boot are different enough from my previous boot to cause this. It's amazing how even small changes in a boot sole can require adjustments in foot positioning to get your shifting dialed-in. When riding high mountain single track with switchbacks, you plant your inside foot A LOT. There's no just sitting down and riding. We did 215 miles over a long weekend and while my bike took a beating, my feet did not. Washington State has been in a drought, so on day one, the fire danger was extremely high and so were the dust levels. The extended gaiters on the Tech 7 Enduro did a solid job of keeping all the dust out. On day two we lucked out with some rain that made trail conditions perfect! My feet stayed dry for a bit, but when we started pushing through wet brush, I began to feel some moisture getting in. However, water was not pouring in and pooling, just a little dampness. However, I think that our typically very wet Pac NW winters might prove to be a little challenging. But for semi-dry conditions, I think the Tech Enduro does a good job. I also spent time walking around on mountain tops and at creeks, as well as getting off my bike to push it up ridiculous obstacles. Regardless of the activity, my feet remained comfortable and supported. Given the conditions that I was riding, it's inevitable to take some hits to your feet and I recall having my feet swept off the foot pegs a few times by hidden rocks. I'm sure that I took plenty more smaller hits that I don't recall, but that's a good thing (having not noticed)! My feet & shins came out without injury, just how I like it. Foot peg sole grip is excellent and so far, little to no wear. But, both the the sole and foot peg insert are replaceable, so I should get some good life out of the these boots. I actually found that my feet became slightly hung up when I needed to put my foot done a few times. Not sure if there is too much grip or the sole lug pattern hooking on my foot pegs just right? 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Music is my heart. Movies and television are my hobby. Well written, non-procedural shows are my passion. Books are my sanctuary. Tattoos are my therapy. I am a first time blogger so I'm slowly working my way around this place. I decided to do a blog because I'm tired of being politically correct and biting my tongue when it comes to subjects that inspire me or my passion. There will be adult language. I will talk about any and everything that pops into my head at any given time. Sports, hobbies, entertainment, people, news. Anything goes.

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You know, I work hard. I work 12 hour shifts. On my days off, I don’t do a damn thing that I don’t want to do. Others around me find it “odd” that I read a book, write, play games on my PC or watch tv all freaking day. They say things like “what did you do today?” “what would you do if I didn’t come over? Be in there on your PC bored…” You know what motherfucker? No I would not. I would be doing exactly what the hell I wanted to do. I am not a social person, I am not a social butterfly and I do not give two damns about “going out” with people when I don’t like crowds to begin with. I am at peace with myself. I love the quiet. I can only tolerate crowds and people for certain length of time before I am done. What I do give two damns about is being judged by what I do. Don’t assume to know me. Don’t assume to think you know me. Don’t fucking assume anything about me because I can assure you, you do not. I love you family. I will always have your back but I swear, I am nothing like any of you! I am at peace with myself. Not all of the time of course but my life is not as boring as you think because I do none of the things you do. STFU about me and my hobbies. Totally sick of the sideways looks and judgement. I DO NOT SIT AROUND IDLY CHITCHATTING ABOUT BULLSHIT. Idle chitchat bores me to tears. Go bore someone else with how blue the sky was today, ok? Thank you.

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In the outcry following the acquittal of Floridian George Zimmerman in the shooting death of an Afro teenager (Trayvon Martin), many in the black community have voiced their displeasure.

Canadian graduate student Matthew Simmermon-Gomes is one of those:

 What I do know is what it’s like to be a Trayvon Martin. To be suspect. I do know what it’s like to be followed by staff in a nice clothing store; to be stopped by police for walking down the street; to endure the thousand micro-aggressions and the hundred fearful looks, the patronising astonishment coupled with quiet indignation at my education or erudition. I know, in other words, what it is to be a person of colour in a world that privileges whiteness.

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BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) — A 23-year-old Uber driver has been charged after a 49-year-old passenger was stabbed in suburban Detroit.

Jacob Allemon was arraigned Sunday on an assault charge.

The victim was stabbed in the chest, back and face early Saturday in a Bloomfield Township parking lot after he and his wife sought a ride home after a party.

Police say the driver may have been angered after his window was tapped and told the couple to exit the car.

Officers found the men fighting in a Honda Civic. The victim was treated at a hospital and released.

Allemon faces a Dec. 27 probable cause hearing. Court records don't list a lawyer for him.

Uber spokeswoman Kayla Whaling says Allemon has been banned from the ride-sharing app. The company has offered to assist investigators.


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TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey officials say television manufacturer Vizio and a subsidiary will pay $2.5 million to settle allegations that they surreptitiously tracked consumers' viewing habits and sold the information to marketing companies and data brokers.

The settlement announced Monday ends parallel investigations conducted by the state and the Federal Trade Commission into the use of data-collecting technology on Vizio's smart TVs.

The FTC will get $1.5 million and the state will receive $1 million. The state will suspend $300,000 in civil penalties included in its settlement amount if Vizio complies with the agreement.

According to legal documents, Irvine, California-based Vizio and a subsidiary manufactured smart TVs that captured second-by-second information about video displayed on the sets.

The data was sold to marketing companies and data brokers to measure viewing habits, such as the effectiveness of ad campaigns.

This story has been corrected to show the settlement was announced Monday, not Tuesday.


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PhotoStitcher 2.0 Giveaway

Giveaway of the day — PhotoStitcher 2.0

Program ile farklı çözünürlük, açı ve perspektife sahip pek çok fotoyu mükemmel panorama ve tek çerçeveye sığmayan resimler elde edebilirsiniz.
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Pek çok fotoğraf ile PhotoStitcher ile resimsel ve panoromatik fotoğraflar elde edebilirsiniz. program farklı çözünürlük, açı ve perspektife sahip pek çok fotoyu mükemmel panorama ve tek çerçeveye sığmayan resimler elde edebilirsiniz.

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In keeping with so much that's depressing about trendiness in contemporary software, PhotoStitcher's GUI is determinedly funereal; users with even a slight impairment of visual acuity aren't going to be comfortable with the predominantly gray-on-black toolbar, even if the icons can be illuminated during work flow. Style has been put before substance, and substance is the loser.

By contrast, the GUI of Microsoft research Labs' Image Compositing Editor (ICE), fashionably dark though it may be, is cleverly thought out with clearly printed white-on-black text rather than icons. PhotoStitcher obviously aims for a minimalist display, so it's bizarre that so many functions are duplicated with a double helping of 'Help', 'About', 'and 'Auto Complete'. Although unnecessary icons relieve PhotoStitcher's gloom, no such confusing redundancy exists in the ICE GUI.

To add a selection of images to PhotoStitcher for merging in the program, click on the (thankfully) white plus icon to import. Drag 'n drop doesn't work particularly well; on test, PhotoStitcher failed to recognise alphanumeric file names and assembled the images out of sequence, whereas using the add button resulted in correct assembly. ICE managed drag 'n drop without muddle.

I dropped four Out Of Camera 8Mb per image Nikon shots into PhotoStitcher's black maw and, also, into ICE's rather more welcoming arms, mindful of the reality that especially where panoramic software is concerned, the end result is only as good as the source material. Don't expect miracles from low-res mobile phone shots.

PhotoStitcher's GUI stacked images vertically, counter-intuitive for any panorama software. ICE, by contrast, presented the images in lateral display. ICE also displayed image file names; PhotoStitcher didn't. ICE further allows the user to sort by file name or sort by EXIF. PhotoStitcher. . . doesn't. The result is that it's impossible, in PhotoStitcher, to see at a glance if images are correctly sequenced. The software itself can be left to disentangle the problem but as that only lengthens the time it spends in image processing, it's best to correctly sequence the images from the get-go.

I clicked on PhotoStitcher's now-illuminated green 'Stitch', chose 'Panorama' from the Mode options and changed 'Projection' from its default, and inexplicable, 'Spherical' to 'Mercator.' I'm well used to working with panoramic images but others may not be. The Help tutorial 'How to Stitch Photos to Panorama' doesn't, er, help with any of the terminology.

ICE at image import stage and before processing commences likewise offers a variety of options, though the range is considerably more comprehensive, including auto-detect (of camera motion), 'Simple Panorama' and 'Structured Panorama'. This latter yields a plethora of individual fine-tuning controls for a complex, stylised output which may or may not be required: it's the user's choice. 'PhotoStitcher' seemingly has no ambitions to similar flexibility.

Where ICE really triumphs though is in its 'Back' facility, because if you've made a mistake in processing or wish to change your mind before final image output, then you can safely back-track. PhotoStitcher offers no such 'Back' option. That's a killer omission.

Stitching time for the 32Mb total of four OOC images took twice as long with PhotoStitcher as it did with ICE. Both programs offer zoom controls, essential at this stage when image assessment is so crucial. Sadly, PhotoStitcher's is dreadful, an all-or-almost-nothing approach that ICE's incremental slider control puts to shame.

Inevitably, the usual black spoilers occurred in the panoramic image, signifying loss of visual information in alignment processing at the compositing stage. PhotoStitcher's Help tutorial is light on details here, but it's easy to manually adjust the proposed crop area using the handles provided, and preferable to the Auto Crop offered in the Edit options menu. ICE offers a similar choice.

I used PhotoStitcher's little pouring jug icon to Auto Complete. Teorex originally majored on content-aware software like InPaint, so it's handy that the algorithm is incorporated here. However: Microsoft Research Labs has moved firmly into Teorex's territory, so ICE now offers the same facility. As before, the difference in performance was noticeable: PhotoStitcher again took twice as long -- if not longer -- than ICE to auto complete. Comparison of the PhotoStitcher and ICE panoramas showed that in both cases, pixel proximity manipulation worked well.

(NOTE: this test was of the ability of both programs to create a horizontal panorama of a lake and surrounding mountains. The broad brush Auto complete in both had to contend only with upper and lower image areas of visual constancy -- sky, and water -- and right /left marginal areas of forested terrain. Auto Complete is OK as far as it goes, but that's actually not very far: it should never be used to in-fill spoilers adjacent to image areas populated with multiple, varying elements.)

Conclusion: source materials for both PhotoStitcher and ICE were jpeg images which by their very nature suffer quality loss when manipulated. Visually, this isn't readily apparent, but heavy manipulation, as in the case of panorama making, will likely produce noticeable degradation. Panorama software, then, needs to handle the compositing process with the utmost delicacy.

Results (technical):
ICE panorama, 16,806 x 4389 dimensions, file size: 51.5 Mb; PhotoStitcher panorama, 16,388 x 4335 dimensions, file size: 16.8Mb.
Results (visual): the ICE panorama was very obviously superior to the PhotoStitcher panorama, which suffered noticeable quality loss in image definition and contrast.

Verdict: In terms of usability, processing power, speed of performance and quality of output, the always-free Microsoft ICE comprehensively trounced the $20 PhotoStitcher.

Thanks, GOTD, and thanks, Teorex. I wish PhotoStitcher well, because healthy competition is good for every computer user, but on the basis of this test of a 4-shot horizontal panorama, PhotoStitcher has a heck of a lot of catching up to do before it can credibly compete with Microsoft's outstanding freeware.

MikeR tarafından yorumlandı  –  9 months ago  –  Bu yorumu yararlı buldunuz mu? evet | hayır (+49)

Is it any better than Microsoft ICE?

Karel tarafından yorumlandı  –  9 months ago  –  Bu yorumu yararlı buldunuz mu? evet | hayır (-4)

Harry, thank you for your kind response. I do understand what GOTD is about. I am just too busy today, so I tried to ask someone who may know the differences already. Sorry if I offended you.

Karel tarafından yorumlandı  –  9 months ago  –  Bu yorumu yararlı buldunuz mu? evet | hayır (+18)

There is note of crashing and slow speed with this program....

If that is so, you should be aware of my personal go-to:
University of British Columbia's math dept's work in this field:
INFO: https://uilo.ubc.ca/autostitch

Download at: http://matthewalunbrown.com/autostitch/autostitch.html
It's very fast. Free. Drag and drop easy. Zero learning curve.

Just thought you'd like to know.
It says demo, but it's fully functional.

Frank Russo tarafından yorumlandı  –  9 months ago  –  Bu yorumu yararlı buldunuz mu? evet | hayır (+17)

Given the previous post, I downloaded, setup - UNCHECKED launch - then hit the activation icon on the unzipped file, but was taken to the standard GOTD activated page ONLY.
AFTER that, launched the program, but-
NO licence key and NO indication (that I can find) that the software has been registered.
How can I confirm the software HAS been registered?
Thanks for any help.
I've used the previous version in the past and am looking forward to using 2.0.

Glenn Norman tarafından yorumlandı  –  9 months ago  –  Bu yorumu yararlı buldunuz mu? evet | hayır (-1)

Glenn Norman,
You can view it in Help -> About
Your program is activated.
You can check more in Registry Editor by going to this directory (it's also the tip: backup license)
Hope this will be useful!
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I've had this on my PC for some time already, personally I like the dark theme..it saves on eyestrain as far as I'm concerned...you pays your money and takes your choice. I found it easy to use as well. A local Barber wanted some shots taken of the inside of the shop, so I stood in the middle of the shop, turned ina circle taking shots as I turned....here's the result http://imgur.com/a/xgxBJ ...

I got paid obviously...and got a bonus, free haircuts!

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Signs of faith, they are all around us. We see them many times and do not even notice them. A while back a fad swept through the Christian world … WWJD bracelets and they could be seen everywhere. Ever since then I have been more aware of the symbols that surround us … particularly the ones that point to a Christian world view.

I know the guy that has this tattoo pretty well. The praying hands are symbolic of so many aspects of Christian life … and life in general. So often when things go bad in life people are super open to pray, particularly prayer for what is going on for them personally. They can also be symbolic of the reality that there is a Creator, one who is above all things. The hands remind us that we need to be in communication with God, about the things going on in our lives. Not just the big things, but all things, including the little daily thing.

Jesus himself when asked by His disciples how to pray taught them the Lord’s Prayer. “Give us this day our daily bread …”. Daily and bread … how much more basic can you get. I see the hands and it reminds me to pray … to remember who is my Maker and who sustains me each and everyday.


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People often tend to wince when you talk about the colon cleansing. However, a Colonic Hydrotherapy isn’t particularly a new fad as it actually stems from Ancient Greek society in their efforts to completely flush out toxins in the bowel to lessen the risk of poisoning. Nowadays, it’s a fashionable concept with the celebrity clientele building quite a furor around the treatment. Well, if Leo Di Caprio gets his insides flushed on a regular basis, why wouldn’t you? TreatNOW looks at the reasons why you should consider this treatment and how it could help you:

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Those who don’t consume enough fibre could find that they need the procedure as a lack of fibre (cereal and whole grains plus soluble fibre, such as bran, fruit, vegetables, and oatmeal) contributes to some gastrointestinal problems, including colorectal cancer, constipation and diverticular disease. It is suggested that you should eat about 20 to 35 grams of fibre each day. Therefore those that find it hard to incorporate more fibre into their diet tend to go for a Colonic Hydrotherapy.

This treatment is said to combat primary bowel problems and help with inconstant bowel functions. Mucus can develop within the colon from meat particles that haven’t been digested properly. This build-up of mucus creates toxins which intrude on the blood circulation which can seriously poison the body resulting in possible fatigue, low energy and even weight gain. It is said that famous actors, singer and models such as Elle Macpherson use it to keep up with their busy schedules and to stay slim.

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The procedure is said to improve the overall vitality of the body and the immune system. Some have even said it has made them lose weight; others believe that a colon hydrotherapy treatment will promote clean- good internal health which can lead to living a longer life. It is also indicated that this treatment could mean that colon cancer risks are lowered and could trigger improvements in your skin complexion and energy levels. Overall, cleansing the colon can also increase focus and alertness for work, relationships and your overall health.

Especially beneficial to the reproductive system, a colonic hydrotherapy can also rid the body of chemicals and toxins that affect the egg and sperm. For women, a colon that is weighed down by years of fatty oestrogen build-up can put too much pressure on the uterus and surrounding reproductive organs in women, causing strain on the womb.

For more basic benefits, waste within the body over a long period of time can become a breeding ground for bacteria and illness. A colon detox could allow waste to pass freely through your system.

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Ashlins Natural Health in Walthamstow offers this treatment along with an abdominal massage to support the relieving process. Not only does the principal colon hydro therapist have 15 years of experience but previous customers have also found their after-care advice extremely useful.

To put you at ease, Aqualibra located in Harley Street have an introductory video on the colon hydrotherapy treatment. Be sure to read their reassuring reviews and keep your eyes peeled for that discount code!  Many clients have given their service a rating of five stars and have indicated that they are efficient and friendly.

Based in Islington, The Colon Hygiene Clinic are solely devoted to colonic hydrotherapy treatments. They seem to be one of the best for first-timers as they give you a confidential health questionnaire and a step by step explanation of the procedure.

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Last month I attended my high school reunion – my memory told me that there were 33 seniors but a quick count in our yearbook shows that there were 40 seniors. OK, I suppose this moves me into some aging category, though I am not sure which one or how it does that beyond noting advancing years. I did not think my memory was that faulty but maybe that is one of the signs of those advancing years.

I graduated from a high school in a small town that still had its own high school. In a couple of years it would join with a neighboring town to form larger classes, but in 1965 it remained small and somewhat cloistered. In staying true to its small town roots, this reunion was held at the local fire house. There were no airs put on that this reunion was a grand affair – if it was to be grand it would do so on its own merits. This characteristic of not assuming a pretentious stance was part of the culture of the small town where I was raised and was one that I have grown to appreciate over the years. I did not come to a full appreciation of this culture until I left the town after my high school years and I wrote about some of this in a previous blog entry titled “Remembering Jonas”.

The reunion itself turned out to quite grand. It was structured so that people would be able to sit and talk, to recognize faces from the past, to engage in conversation about events that have transpired through the fifty years in our lives, and to re-establish and refresh old connections. The reunion, for me, triggered thoughts about the person I was back in those high school years. I was a bit anxious because I remembered a boy, and make no mistake, I was just a boy then, and I wondered what memories my classmates might have held onto about that boy. I had a teaching colleague here in Philadelphia for whom I had the greatest respect and esteem once telling me a story that she had a fear that if people just scratched underneath her surface what they would find would be just an insecure high school cheerleader. I suppose that story she told me was on my mind as I planned to go to this reunion.

My time in high school was not one that I would consider traumatic, but I was aware that I did not fit in any particular group. I played sports in an effort to be part of a group identity but I must admit that I was not the best athlete in that world. I did well in the academic part of high school but when I went to college I found out rather quickly that the world was full of people a whole lot smarter and more aware than I was at that time. I did not have a firmly established identity or a place in the world that I was comfortable with and it would take years and years for an identity to form that felt like it made me comfortable in my own skin.

My classmates shared some the stories of their lives at this reunion and I was elated to discover that to a person they have all led productive and interesting lives, full of stories and families and events of which they are proud, and that demonstrate the better qualities and lessons that we all absorbed from the culture of the small town in which we grew up. In retrospect, I was harsher on that boy that I was back then – for years I was not able to understand why that person was not more aware of himself and the world around him. It has been a slow process of unburdening me from the self-imposed judgements that I placed upon myself. Perhaps that is one of the purposes/benefits of class reunions. I look forward to more engagement and conversation with this wonderful group of people that I embrace as classmates. Hopefully, that opportunity is still to happen.

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Discussion in 'Stringing Techniques / Stringing Machines' started by enderx1x, Jul 3, 2012.

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    There is Winn Pro II used on craigslist I am considering buying. Asking $200 but I can probably lower that. Seller claims excellent condition.

    What is the quality of this machine? The mounting system is weird 4 point and how well does this work? Would you reccomend getting this?
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    If it's like the one currently for sale on that auction site and has all of the attachments and little pieces like the one on that auction site, I'd say go for it. I get the impression it is an older Eagnas type machine but I'd say it'll do the job and be worth the money in the end.

    If it isn't like that one or is missing the parts, I don't know.

    The mounting on the one I'm referring to looks very much like the mounting on the Prince P200 I use. The difference is my Prince doesn't have the two side arms.

    The tension head looks very much like the Ektelon models and would be easy to calibrate.

    I'm sure it is worth $200 and would be a great bargain at $150.

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Can a Private Tutor Help To Improve Examination Results?

Can home tutors help to improve examination results?  Market research of over 3 hundred pupils revealed personal tutors can help examination results improve by a grade.

Personal tutors can assist pupils get prepared for examinations in several manners. When we find out more and more concerning the process of learning itself and what differentiates the top pupils and learners, we will appreciate the role of a personal tutor. It’s not only about addressing the appropriate material and assisting directly with understanding the material. The role of a personal tutor is always to encourage a student to learn. Personal tutors assist pupils express themselves in an education and learning system that’s ever increasing in complexity and a global which is getting competitive each day.

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Tutors can assist to shape a pupil’s life and aid them find a direction in life. The advantages of tutoring go far above the instant process of learning, even though that’s a main part of tutoring as well. Frequent lessons with the appropriate tutors can assist a student determine his / her future choices of career and imbibe in him / her a real love for the subject.

Personal tutors also are vitally important for pupils who’re introverts and do not feel comfortable asking questions in school. These types of pupils do not speak out in class, however, are just as inspired to learn. They require a person to inspire their own creativity which also comprehends that they find it difficult to ask questions and speak in big groups.

Actually, both extroverted and introverted students often feel more at ease on a 1 to 1 environment than in a large group. It isn’t unusual for youths to feel timid asking questions in school,  they areoften mindful of the things they talk, worrying to appear foolish in front of their pals. Having a personal tutor, these types of limitations do not exist and so the student is better in a position to learn, understand and grasp the subject.

Certain pupils don’t have motivation and therefore, require a personal environment not just to aid them learn but additionally to encourage them to study. Different pupils possess different needs, and school teachers can just accomplish that much in a class which has lots of others. Pupils are thus best served if somebody can commit the effort and time to find out the requirements of individual students, analyse exactly what motivates them precisely what the best learning resources for a specific pupil employ those.

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December 25, 2012: In Memory Of Dale

This Christmas began like any other. I woke up and got dressed. I drove to my parents house. When I arrived, my mother was in the kitchen working on Christmas dinner, my sister and her daughter were upstairs as always, and my dad was at the airport picking up my brother. Shortly after I arrived my dad came in the door and asked me to move my car so that he could pull his into the garage. As I went outside I saw my brother. He was on the phone pacing back and forth on the sidewalk. My dad said, “I think your brother may have some bad news.” A million thoughts ran through my head but never the one that he would come into the house and announce. “Dale died this morning.”, he said. The pain on his face was unbearable. I love my big brother with all my heart and to see him hurt and breaking also hurts and breaks me. Dale was his best friend of 20 years. I had known him for the last five. Dale was definitely a light in my brother’s life. He saw him through many rough patches and vice versa. Dale was funny, smart, caring, kind, and quirky. He sadly left behind a daughter and a granddaughter. It was unbearable to listen to my brother’s phone call to them.

My brother wrote this poem in the following days of his best friends unexpected death and I would like to share it.

I’m not ready to let you go, though I know I have no choice
I can still see your smile, I can still hear your voice
How do I begin to ease the pain in my heart?
Where do I begin? Tell me where to start…
I share my memories and they make me cry
I see your pictures and I start asking “Why”?
Had I known my last day with you would be 12/24
I would’ve gone all out, I would’ve done more
But what more could I do? Thank God I spent Christmas Eve with you!
Laughing, talking and sharing as we often did
Just the two of us hanging out, completely off the grid
I’m doing everything I can to free myself from this grief
But no matter how much I share, there seems no relief
Now as I return home to lay you to rest
My mind has reconciled, but my heart is in protest
I wish I had known Christmas morning would be the end
Of my 20-year friendship with my best friend
There is nothing I wouldn’t do, nothing I wouldn’t give
For just a little more time to watch you live.

I am deeply saddened by Dale’s death. Time may never fully heal the emptiness that has burrowed into the hearts of his close friends and family members. Thankfully, he died peacefully in his sleep. Somehow, I know that he wouldn’t like all of this sadness over him. But it is hard to avoid because that is just how much he was loved. As I come to grips with Dale’s passing I am grateful to have known him, thankful to have seen him in October of this year, and fulfilled to know that my brother had a great friend. Dale’s passing has taught me that life is short and precious. I think he knew this which is why he lived his to the fullest. He traveled, lived, laughed, loved, and always forgave. He was truly a great person and I will miss him dearly. I don’t want to remember Dale’s death. I want to focus on his life because those are my fondest memories of him. His unexpected death was a sign to appreciate those you love on a daily basis. Forgive and be forgiven before it is too late. Consider those around you more often. Open up your heart and stop letting fear hold you back. Death is swift. Death is sudden. Death takes and does not give back.

R.I.P. Dale and thank you for the time you gave to me and my brother.

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February’s Marathon (& lots of photos)

I ran 27 miles today.  Which is slightly silly considering I have a 44 mile ultra in a week.  But there were 2 very important reasons, and they are these:

1. I was speaking to the owner of a camera shop last month who mentioned in passing that he’s done a 100 mile+ cycle ride every month for the last 10 years.  As you do.  And that gave me an idea… I wondered how many months I could go running at least one run of marathon distance or longer.  I already had a 30 miler planned in January, and figured I could get one in during February without too much issue.

2. I started Run Until You Drop (1 mile on Feb 1st, 2 miles on Feb 2nd etc) and got to Day 13.  I stopped due to logistical issues (read: to not be divorced), and haven’t managed any of the days.  Today is the 27th Feb, so I thought I might as well get one more red square on the FetchEveryone challenge page and 27 more points to my score.

So I did.  And I took my camera.  I’m not going to do a big long post about every detail of the run, just a few bullet points, more for my reference:

  • Tried to run with HR below 143 from the start but it wouldn’t stay that low, so I just dumped the alert up to 155bpm.  That was fine for about 20 miles, then I slipped it up to 165 just to stop it annoying me during the uphill at the end.  Average HR was 149 for 27 miles.
  • This was the first run with the Inov8 Race Ultra 10 pack.  I took the WG3 camera in the top pocket, phone, money, keys, waterproof jacket, compass, first aid kit, headtorch, batteries, 2 soft-flasks with 1 litre of water combined, 2 flapjacks, 2 gels and probably some other stuff I’ve forgotten.  This was supposed to be a test run with the pack so I took what I’m intending to take for the Green Man Ultra next weekend.
  • The soft-flasks actually work quite well.  You need to shove them into the pack when you fill them up (I filled up twice, so that’s 3 litres over the whole run as I started with a litre when I left), but my “checkpoint” stops for refilling at the beach water taps were about 1-2 minutes tops.
  • The end was really hard – all uphill and I got pretty slow.  Having said that, I was aiming for a 10:00-10:30/mile pace for the run, and finishing in 09:30/mile.  The terrain isn’t the same, but that’s a 7 hour pace for the Green Man, which is two hours ahead of my “A” target time.  So I don’t mind to much that it hurt, but I’m not sure how it’s going to feel next weekend running at 10:00-12:00 pace for bits of it as I haven’t done much.

That’s about it.  Here are some pretty photos, complete with sarcastic captions.  Hoorah!

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The trailway. With trees. And no trains. Which I’m still cross about.
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A road. And the sun. It was sunny.
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Ooops. That doesn’t look parked very well.
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This is the new Twin Sails bridge in Poole. I can’t tell if it’s working today as it’s down. It’s mostly not working.
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And this is the old lifting bridge in Poole. This one mostly works. I don’t often see it up, so I was quite excited.
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Poole Quay.
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Some ponse’s massive Gin Palace. I’m not jealous.
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One day in December I entered this establishment. I don’t entirely remember leaving. I’m classy like that.
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More Poole!
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Some fire. On the Purbecks. Or an Island.
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Evening Hill looking down towards Brownsea Island. It’s a bit of a rough place round here – cheap houses in Sandbanks, you see.
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Brownsea Island. Across the water, that is.
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Bournemouth Pier!
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Cliff train/tram thingy off of early last century. These are really cool…. well, I like them.
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Oooh, arty black-and-white shot of Boscombe Pier. Do you like it?
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From the pier towards Bournemouth.
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The new zip-wire from the end of Bournemouth Pier to the beach is the longest zip wire in the world ever. And it’s also the cheapest, fastest, highest and most excellent, dude.
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Arty grassy shot of the harbour.

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An Interview With Tea Fox Illustrations

I’m an Etsy addict. There, I admitted it. But can you blame me? Etsy is home to so many unique pieces of arts, crafts, and objects. I love curating Etsy wish lists for myself as well as my friends. Recently, I’ve been on the lookout for unique artists on the site. That’s how I came across Sarah Graybill. She runs an Etsy shop called Tea Fox Illustrations.

I’ve fallen in love with her artwork. It has a unique twist on traditional Japanese art. What I love most about the pieces are their ethereal and otherworldly qualities. The color schemes are gorgeous and I love the representation of yokai, Japanese folklore spirits.

Realizing my love for her work, I contacted the artist to ask for an exclusive interview. I was thrilled by her willingness to comply. Therefore, without further ado, I bring you the interview.

Bad Thoughts Poster Print

TTK: Tell us a bit about yourself, your name, where you’re from, etc.

S: My name is Sarah Graybill and I live in rural Pennsylvania with my white German Shepherd named Sentry. Besides being an artist, I also work as a Sexton at a local church.

TTK: When is the first time you remember making art?

S: The earliest memory I’ve retained when it comes to making art is doodling on the inside of my coloring book covers. My sister often sketched animals or video game characters there, and many times I found myself trying to mimic her doodles.

TTK: What inspired you to pursue art and open your Etsy shop?

S: Since I was little, drawing has always been a favored hobby. Over the years I became better by developing my skills through trial, error, and experimentation. I decided to pursue art because it’s the only thing I’ve ever been truly passionate about throughout my entire life. I opened my Etsy store in hopes of sharing my work with others while simultaneously generating a modest income.

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TTK: Your art has a lot of Japanese folklore influence, why choose this theme?

S: To understand how and why I ended up focusing on aspects of Japanese folklore and Japanese art styles, I feel I must disclose my previous influences. Growing up, my favorite subjects to draw were fantasy-based figures, such as dragons, unicorns, and other animals with magical features or supernatural powers. I’ve always been attracted to otherworldly characters and settings even at a young age. At the same time I was developing my drawing skills, I was also introduced to anime through Toonami (an after-school block of Japanese cartoons featuring Sailor Moon, Dragon Ball Z, and others) From there, my artistic focus shifted to something that could be described as a fantasy, anime art style. Through Japanese cartoons and pop culture, I was introduced to a new aesthetic I found to be captivating and beautiful. After admiring these styles for years, I grew curious of their origins and therefore found myself researching traditional Japanese art styles and folklore. I settled on this theme because it fascinates and encompasses my interests.

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Hoshi no Tama-Poster

TTK: What is your favorite yokai?

S: This may be painfully obvious, but my favorite yokai is the kitsune. The reason I enjoy the Japanese fox is because of it’s duality – it can represent something akin to a possessive demon, or can be depicted as a divine messenger. They can also be helpers, lovers, and tricksters in a variety of stories, making them rather diverse characters to explore and work with.

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TTK: Your Etsy shop mentions that you dye the paper with green tea. That’s a very traditional method and works well with your artwork. Why do you like this traditional art style?

S: Before entering college I was mainly a digital artist. One aspect of digital work I enjoyed was the ability to overlay textures, something I struggled to replicate with traditional artwork. Once entering college and focusing on traditional media in my studio and drawing courses, I began experimenting to find a way to add texture to my drawings and paintings. It wasn’t until my sophomore year that I was inspired to try tea staining. After my first few paintings over the tea texture, I came to enjoy the results and continue to use this method.

TTK: Who are some of your favorite artists?

S: Currently my favorite artists include Yoshitaka Amano and Audrey Kawasaki.

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Work In Progress

TTK: What is your preferred media?

S: I prefer to work with acrylics, colored pencils, and tea. I’ve also used micron pens, gel pens, inks, and soft pastels on certain paintings.

TTK: What do you draw inspiration from?

S: Although my current subject matter derives from traditional Japanese folklore, a lot of my inspiration comes from daily life, such as from my dreams/nightmares or the anxiety and depression I deal with on a regular basis.

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TTK: How long does it take for you to make your pieces?

S: Each full size painting is completed in multiple steps stretched out over the course of days, weeks, or even years. Many times ideas are shelved for later and it can take months to get back to them. In the span of hours though, I estimate roughly 25+ hours from initial sketch to full painting completion.

TTK: What message do you hope your artwork or shop gives to others?

S: When I create artwork, it is a selfish endeavor. I make what I like in order to receive some sort of personal enjoyment or satisfaction from the process itself. Oftentimes, my characters and their stories serve as a way to cope with my anxieties; they’re a way to articulate how I feel without blatantly telling the world how I’m feeling. There isn’t necessarily a message I attempt to convey to others with my work or my shop (aside from a professional image), but I hope others can find something meaningful within my art for themselves.

TTK: When did your popularity spike and how were you able to get your name out there?

S: I noticed an increase in interest with my work around the time I graduated college (2012). This is mostly due to having more time to focus on painting, social networking, and building my Etsy store.

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TTK: Any advice to other artists?

S: The best advice I feel I can offer to other artists is to keep practicing, experimenting, and learning.

TTK: Last question, just for fun; What is your favorite dessert?

S: Chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream.

Thank you Sarah for this interview!

As an artist myself, I enjoy discovering new artists and learning from them. I loved getting to know more about the art that Sarah creates. I wanted to share her work with the world, since it evokes powerful emotions within me. That’s what led to the creation of this post. I’m hoping that others will fall in love with her work just as I have.

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Tennis-Venus keeps up with sister Serena at U.S. Open
August 28, 2014 / 2:51 AM / 3 years ago

Tennis-Venus keeps up with sister Serena at U.S. Open

NEW YORK, Aug 27 (Reuters) - Venus Williams kept up with little sister Serena on Wednesday, beating 78th-ranked Timea Bacsinszky of Switzerland in straight sets to advance to the third round of the U.S. Open.

The 34-year-old, seven-times grand slam winner reached the round for the first time in four years at Flushing Meadows through a 6-1 6-4 victory on the Arthur Ashe Stadium court which she helped christen with the first Open final there in 1997.

“I was watching Serena last night and she played so well so I tried to do the same thing,” twice U.S. champion Venus said about her 32-year-old, number one-ranked sister, who blazed by fellow American Taylor Townsend in straight sets on Tuesday.

“I‘m really happy to have pulled it out in the end,” added Venus, who will play Italian 13th seed Sara Errani who beat Australian Anastasia Rodionova 6-4 7-6 (2).

Williams charged through the first set, but the next set stayed on serve until the ninth game when the 78th-ranked Swiss hit a wayward backhand wide to put the American 5-4 ahead.

With Williams serving for the match, Bacsinszky reached break point at 30-40 threatening to put the match back on serve.

But the 19th-seeded Williams then powered in a 96mph second serve, her fastest second serve of the match, for a winner.

”When the stakes get higher I start to hit harder,“ Venus said. ”I can’t help it, it’s instinct for me.

“Sometimes it’s not the smartest thing, but sometimes it works.”

Williams’s appearance marked 17 years since she helped christen the massive Arthur Ashe stadium center court as a 17 year old in 1997, waging the first final staged there in which she lost to Martina Hingis.

”I didn’t know what I was doing, that’s what I remember most,“ recalled a laughing Venus. ”I don’t know how I got to the final, I had no strategy.

“But it was a wonderful time. My family was here just as they are today so that feels great.”

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Lanterns, Korans as Jerusalem holy site meets Ramadan
May 24, 2017 / 8:17 PM / 8 months ago

Lanterns, Korans as Jerusalem holy site meets Ramadan

JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Jerusalem buzzes with renewed energy in the days before the start of Ramadan, Islam’s holy month, when the faithful abstain from eating and drinking during daylight hours.

A Palestinian man prays inside al-Aqsa Mosque, the third holiest shrine in Islam, on the compound known to Muslims as al-Haram al-Sharif and to Jews as Temple Mount, in Jerusalem's Old City, May 10, 2017. REUTERS/Ammar Awad

There's the bustle to prepare the al-Aqsa Mosque, the 8th-century Muslim shrine in Jerusalem's Old City, for the hundreds of thousands of Muslims who will come to pray. A photo essay showing the preparations can be seen here:

Palestinians employed by the Waqf, the Islamic trust that oversees the mosque and the ancient compound that surrounds it, set up tents for fasting worshippers to take respite from the heat alongside the golden Dome of the Rock, the site where the Prophet Mohammad is said to have ascended to heaven.

Around the Muslim Quarter of the Old City, shopkeepers stock up on Ramadan essentials, including bright lights for decorations and Korans and prayer beads for recitations.

Issam Zughaiar, 67, sells ornate Ramadan lanterns, called fanous, in the Old City’s winding covered market. Each year he visits factories around Jerusalem and neighbouring Jordan and Egypt to handpick his selection.

A Palestinian man hangs decorations at the entrance to the compound known to Muslims as al-Haram al-Sharif and to Jews as Temple Mount, in Jerusalem's Old City May, 17, 2017. REUTERS/Ammar Awad

The twisting alleyways are filled with the scent of sweets eaten at Iftar, the nightly breaking of the fast, including atayef, sugar-soaked pancakes with cheese or nuts, and date-filled ajwa cookies.

Dutch tourist Ari Heida came to see preparations at the holy esplanade, referred to by Muslims as the Noble Sanctuary and by Jews as Temple Mount, the site of an ancient Jewish temple destroyed by the Romans in 70 A.D.

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“This is why I like Jerusalem,” he said. “It’s the centre for Jews, Christians, and Muslims.”

That’s also what makes this time particularly tense.

Israel controls access to the esplanade, which sits on large raised area between the Muslim and Jewish quarters of the Old City. Authorities have restricted access to the compound before during periods of confrontation.

For now though, the politics has been pushed into the background by the bustle and energy of Ramadan preparations.

“What will happen in Ramadan, what the security situation will be like, whether Jerusalem be will be open, whether the mosque will be open, we are always optimistic,” said Abed al-Rahim Sader Helmi Ansari, who works at al-Asqa Mosque.

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Kronaveter gives Slovenia 1-0 win over Slovakia
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Kronaveter gives Slovenia 1-0 win over Slovakia

LJUBLJANA (Reuters) - Slovenia’s Rok Kronaveter scored his first international goal with his first touch of the ball after coming on as a substitute to give his side a 1-0 home win over Slovakia in a scrappy World Cup Group F qualifier on Saturday.

Football Soccer - Slovenia v Slovakia - World Cup 2018 Qualifier - The Petrol Arena, Ljubljana, Slovenia- 8/10/16. Slovenia's Rok Kronaveter (L) in action with Slovakia's Robert Mak. REUTERS/Srdjan Zivulovic

The 29-year-old midfielder, who replaced Jasmin Kurtic in the 72nd minute, took a Josip Ilicic pass in his stride and side-footed home a sublime shot from the edge of the penalty area two minutes later.

The result left Slovenia on four points from two games after their opening 2-2 draw in Lithuania while the Slovakians, who were beaten by England 1-0 at home, have none.

The two sides produced a largely tepid match with chances few and far between in a contest littered with ugly fouls and yellow cards at the Stozice stadium.

Slovenia keeper Jan Oblak kept out a Robert Mak sitter in the 38th minute before Roman Bezjak rattled the crossbar at the other end on the stroke of halftime.

Writing by Zoran Milosavljevic in Belgrade; Editing by Martyn Herman

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Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Folded card swap

I recently joined in a swap on our RSA stamping group. 25 members took part, and we were each given a different folded card technique to do. This is my contribution. - a side step card. The cards have now been swaped out and it is just an amazing thing to see all the different card folds, and how each person decorated them. What a library to have. I will take some more photos and post these later.
I swap that I really enjoyed doing and a brilliant idea from our hostess Susan Nel. She has some lovely cards on her blog as well.
Thanks for stopping by, Have a great day.

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Amanda said...

Ursula, these cards are stunning! I am so sorry I did not take part in it. Too late for tears now :-) Love your K, L & M ATC's - plain yet stunning!


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1. The Greek Revolution in the 1820’s was an important step in dissolving the Ottoman Empire. Italy, Germany, Spain and France also had rebellions during this time period. Belgium gained its independence. These movements constantly changed countries’ borders. Diplomatic relations turned into alliances – which quickly boiled down to two mains groups the triple alliance, between Germany, Austria-Hungary and Italy, and the Triple Entente, between France, Britain, and Russia.

2. The Industrial Revolution had huge social consequences. It resulted in overcrowded cities, because workers had to live close to the factories. The population revolution also contributed to overcrowded cities. The cities weren’t equipped to handle the population influx, resulting in unsanitary conditions in the slums. The poor lived here. Middle-class families began moving out of the city into suburbs, a trend that continues today (class divisions based on where one lives).

Lower class groups demanded greater voice politically, such as the chartist movement and Luddite protests. Proletariats began to speak up. Also, government functions shifted. Many began building railroads, and taking interest in education.

3. In response to the social question, all Western governments introduced civil service exams to test applicants on the basis of talent alone. They began to extend regulatory apparatus, such as inspecting factory safety, hospital conditions. Schooling expanded, becoming mandatory up to age 12. These school systems boosted literacy levels to almost 95%. Welfare measures were introduced, supplementing church activities. These reforms were supported by revisionism, which believed that social success could be achieved through political institutions

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