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Wednesday, 27 July 2005

Okay, so I'm a bit of a weakling, and I should have left her long ago, and she probably only stays with me for the fringe benefits, but I can't exactly get away from her. The mission lasts six years and there's no jumping off in dead space.

That's what we call it, because it isn't the "space" we learned about in grade school. It isn't full of photo-perfect stars and planets and asteroids. That kinda stuff is for cheap science fiction magazines where ships can travel faster than the speed of light and we all know how impossible that is. We travel through the domain of the wormholes, jumping from one to the next through the junction boxes that the engineers maintain.

The walls of a wormhole, if you can call them walls, block out everything: light, sound, time, your own freakin' sanity. It's no wonder that Lissy and I are barely speaking to each other. We've both been starved of basic human needs for far too long.

Except for you know. We make time for that whenever we can. She's "fixed" so we don't have to worry about the future, and believe me, it could be a lot nicer with more affection blown into the mix. But a guy's gotta live, you know? And there isn't anything else to do. The ship flies itself. The wormholes direct it straight ahead. Whenever we come to a junction, there's a bit of work to do, o'course. Setting orthogonals and paying tolls and such, but at most we get a day's worth of entertainment out of a reroute.

This latest wormhole's been over two years long. Our relationship turned sour about eight months ago. I'd give anything to download intellishrink software. Have a session or two, or fifty, to get some animosity out into the open. But every day is the same. She sits in the co-pilot seat and hums to herself while she types random drivel into the computer. She says she's "writing" but she won't show me any of it. I bet she's typing: "I hate the bastard!" over and over again. I don't believe for a minute she could be thinking words as fast as she's typing them out.

"Yes, Lissy?"

"I'm finished."

"Finished what?"

"The novel. Wanna read it?"

Tuesday, 26 July 2005

They labelled my discovery "miraculous". I thought it was pretty mundane. Slablits visit new worlds all the time, but apparently not Earth. How was I to know?

My warning censors have been off-line for years, decades really. So I didn't read the giant "stay clear of this planet" warning before I landed to rejuvenate. My mistake.

Now they're all over me. What do you eat? Where do you come from? What do you want from us? Plus all of the paranoid guys with their primitive projectile devices. I've keep my cool, haven't zidled them, not once. It would be so easy. They don't even suspect I'm wired for security. Their technology couldn't scan a pile of dung let alone a Slablit wired for intercepts.

On the positive side, I'm enjoying the food. So many varieties, though they all taste tarnished to me -- they've polluted their ecosystem without restraint. On the negative side, they don't have any contraband worth smuggling. Most of their "sinful" (that's what they call their intoxicants) offerings don't affect me at all. What I would give for a slider of bruunks right now. On the hot side, easy on the motion variants.

For now, I'm refuelling with whatever soil I can scrounge until I can extract some isotopes dirty enough for the blast drivers. In the meantime, I've heard the dessert is worth a trip. Plenty of granulares and dry, dry, dry. My ship could use a good abrasive. Recycled moisture gets downright rank after a generation or two.

I can't wait to run my feelers through the layers of warmth, descaling whatever I can. My dribs are curling just thinking about it.

Monday, 25 July 2005

Thanks for the word, Mark. And thank you, oh gods of the internet, for giving me access to high speed internet once more!

Twenty packs of uranium in my hold were enough to get me killed. The Scranters scrounged this DMZ for hot ships. Twenty more hours and I'd be free and clear.

Then the warning siren started wailing. Two ships, intercept course, class seventeen Artrops with double armour--the perfect pillaging machines.

So I backed my engines, buying me about a second of time and purged my logs. They'd steal the packs but they couldn't report the incident. Whatever rumours they'd start about the origin of their windfall wouldn't have my ID plastered through them. And with any luck, they'd take the decoys and leave my cargo undisturbed.

Most smugglers have their tricks--secret compartments, shielding devices, or big ass guns. I'm a decoy woman, always have been. No matter how big a gun I get, they always have a bigger one. And secret compartments are old-school, besides most high end pirates have better scanners than the military, let alone freelance shippers. Whenever I trade in uranium, I shield the packs with multiple appliances, but radiation has a funny way of sneaking through the best of containment options.

So I crossed my fingers, bit my lip and waited for whoever would come aboard.

The ships clanked, startling me. Space is pretty quiet and I knew they were coming, but I covered my out-of-practice ears and shrieked.

They deactivated my hull safeties and stormed in, shockers at the ready. Three Umfels skittered along the deck, stopping in front of me. If they were wearing translators, they didn't use them. Two grunts and a gun up my nose and I can figure out what they want. They shifted their weight around in circles, from flange to flange, like spiders stuck in molasses. Gave me the creeps to watch them. Still we stared at each other.

Then boots clanked through the hatch. Not the smoother patter of Umfels, but the unmistakable steel-boots-on-a-steel-floor of a Pukq. The worst kind of malicious ass-riders in the galaxy. This one was a female; her third antennae stuck out of her shiv-suit like a scorpion's tail, arched above her head and ready to strike.


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Thursday, December 11, 2008

Stem cell gene expression: human squamous cell carcinomas

A stem cell gene expression profile of human squamous cell carcinomas, Kim B Jensen, Judith Jones, and Fiona M Watt, Cancer Lett 2008(Dec 8); 272(1): 23–31 [PMC version]. PubMed Abstract:
To investigate the relationship between stem cells in normal epithelium and in squamous cell carcinomas (SCCs), we examined expression of a panel of human epidermal stem cell markers in SCCs and SCC cell lines. Markers that are co-expressed in normal stem cells were not co-expressed in SCC. Downregulation of two markers, Lrig1 and MAP4, and upregulation of a third, MCSP, correlated with poor differentiation status and increased proliferation in primary tumours. We conclude that SCCs do not reflect a simple expansion of stem cells; rather, tumour cells hijack the homeostatic controls that operate in normal stem cells, eliminating those that maintain stem cell quiescence.
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In conclusion, our data favour a model whereby during tumour development the pathways that control epithelial homeostasis are lost, particularly in the basal cell layer closest to the tumour stroma. Those markers of normal stem cells that exert a positive effect on proliferation or inhibit differentiation are upregulated, while those that normally retain the cells in a nondividing state show reduced expression. As we find out more about how different signalling pathways intersect to maintain homeostasis we will have more opportunities for restoring homeostasis in tumours.
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Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Less Than Month to Go

Realization has come finally that I am less than a month from starting this challenge. I have been riding between 80 and 120 kilometres per week, however, that will jump to my daily ride in just over three weeks. I am pleased that my left leg is spinning much better than when I first started riding, however, I am now really noticing how much fitness I have lost since my stroke. I will be doing 180 kilometres over three days this weekend riding three days in a row so that should be an interesting test. I suppose putting all the weight back on that I lost in the hospital hasn't helped. However, I find it hard to find an exercise that my body can do at a hard enough intensity to actually get aerobic exercise. My cycling is just about there, but my running is still just a walk.

The good news is that I honestly think that I am going to be able to ride the whole way now. The $64 question is how long will it take? Now I am trying to spread the word about the fund raising part of the trip.

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

A Challenging Day

I've had great days and challenging days on my recovery road. Today has been a challenging day. I am working hard these days at finding employment which is a not easy in the current employment market. Another challenge is maintaining a positive attitude when you are constantly being evaluated by people. In our society, one of the big signs of one's worth and one of the first things people ask is - so where are you working? Although I have only recently been capable of working, being unemployed is a bit of an additional stigma. It appears that my disability provider has deemed that I am able to work so my benefits have ended. Finding work is one of the steps in my validating who I am post-stroke.

I have tried to overcome the disabilities that I currently still have through determination and positive attitude, but to an employer who doesn't know me yet is that sufficient to overcome the visible shortcomings I have in their eyes? I don't know the answer to that question yet as I haven't been given that chance. I sometimes wish my employer had handled things differently so that I would have had a job to return to. Returning to work and learning a new job will be challenging. Now I just need someone willing to take the chance and let me do it.


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Friday, July 21, 2017

Decorated Fence Card For My Friend

Today I am sharing my Decorated Fence Card that I created using the Wildwood Cottage Collection.

The fence was stamped using the Wildwood Cottage Accents Cling Stamp Set and die cut with the coordinating die.

You can find more inspiration using the Wildwood Cottage Collection on the Heartfelt Creations Blog.  Have a good day!

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Instructions: Create a 6" x 6" card base out of the Navy on Ivory Cardstock.  Cut the 6" x 6" card front from the Wildwood Cottage Paper and die cut the center using the coordinating Cut Mat Create 2A Die and sponge edges of die cut image with Sweet Plum Ink.  Matte image on design paper that has been die cut with Spellbinders 6 x 6 Matting Basics B die and sponge edges with Elderberry Ink.   Using Rich Cocoa Ink stamp "Friend" sentiment from Encourage You Stamp Set on die cut image, as shown. Sponge outside of 6" x 6" card front with Blue Iris Ink and adhere to card base.  Adhere die cut and matted center to card front using pop dots.   On White Cardstock with Tuxedo Black Ink stamp fence and floral image from Wildwood Cottage Accents Set, stamp the small petals and a set of small leaves from the Wildwood Florals Set and on Cryogen White Paper stamp the bird from the Woodsy Critter Set.  Die cut all using their coordinating dies.  Color the flowers using a sponge dauber with Victorian Velvet Ink and add Cantaloupe Ink to the centers using a Fantastix.  Color the leaves with a sponge dauber with Pistachio Ink and add Olive Grove Ink to the stems and centers of leaves with a Fantastix.  Sponge the edges of the fence with Gray Whale Ink.  Color the bird with Copics and add Toffee Flower Soft to the bird's belly with Dries Clear Adhesive. Shape the fence, flowers, leaves and bird with the Deluxe Flower Shaping Tools.  Adhere all to the card front as shown using Dries Clear Adhesive and pop dots, cutting floral spray and leaves as needed.  With Dries Clear Adhesive add Crystal Glitter to the fence, birds, flowers, leaves and birdhouse.  Add Yellow Stickles to the flower centers and to the beaks of the birds.

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  1. Love the choice of colors and how you put the vine through the fence

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OAKLAND, Calif. — Ed Rosenthal and many others have serious concerns about the current state of marijuana legalization efforts in California. Rosenthal has announced his public support for the Marijuana Control, Legalization & Revenue Act (MCLR) initiative and opposition to the Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA/the Sean Parker initiative). MCLR is now seen by the majority of activists, operators and community leaders as the best alternative to the faulty AUMA, an initiative that could devastate California’s current marijuana industry.

“If we pass a flawed legalization initiative, we will never be able to fix it,” said Ed Rosenthal. “Our only hope is to defeat AUMA and get MCLR on the ballot. The over 60 pages of regulations in AUMA are a Trojan horse claiming to be legalization.”

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a. Cities and Counties can “completely prohibit” any type of marijuana business without asking the voters of the city or county – 26200(a)
b. Every city can have different “standards, requirements and regulations” – 26201
c. Cities and Counties can ban “delivery” business altogether – 26200(a) and/or ban “delivery” from licensed businesses outside the city or county
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Planting, cultivating, harvesting, dry or process more than 6 living marijuana plants on one piece of property – 11360(A)(2)
3. STUPID TAXES – AUMA Part 14.5. Marijuana Tax
For a $500 pound of flowers the growers tax would be $148 or 29.6%
The total tax would be: 29.6% (grower) + 9.25% (state BOE) + 15% (retail) + 10% (or more local) = 63.85% tax on flowers
For a $100 pound of leaf the grower’s tax would be $44 or 44%.
The total tax would be:44% (grower) + 9.25% (state BOE) + 15% (retail) + 10% (or more local) = 78.25% tax on leaf
“… no provision or provisions of this Act shall be interpreted or construed in a manner to create a positive conflict with federal law, including the federal Controlled Substances Act, such that the provision or provisions of this Act and federal law cannot consistently stand together.”

Unlike the hastily drafted 60 pages of AUMA, the 1 page MCLR only addresses a single subject, marijuana legalization for adults 21 and over. Additionally MCLR is simple to read and understand. With the 1 page version of MCLR, this will be the first time in history a marijuana legalization Initiative can be downloaded and printed at home using standard 8.5 x 11 paper and any printer (

MCLR’s language represents over three years of outreach to farmers, operators, patients and activists in a grassroots “open source” document aimed at legalizing marijuana. The initiative would legalize marijuana, fixes problems created by the Medical Marijuana Regulation and Safety Act (MMRSA) and provides a way for the existing medical marijuana industry to transition into a well-regulated market. This is in stark contrast to AUMA, which many say will only severely reinforce some of MMRSA’s biggest flaws.

MCLR is a single page document that can be downloaded, printed, signed and circulated by anyone with an Internet connection. This unique document is the first marijuana legalization initiative specifically developed to use social media and the Internet community.

MCLR Print-at-Home Petition –
Join and Volunteer –
Donate to MCLR – Committee for Cannabis Control 2016 –
Donate to MCLR and get free weed –

for Americans for Policy Reform
Erika Taylor Montgomery, 408-218-2391
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Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Purpose of the gods for the Canopic Jars.

The gods of the canopic jars had a purpose. There purpose was to protect the organ inside the Canopic jar. The gods were named Hapy, Imesty, Duamufet, and Qebehsenuef. The gods were the sons of Horus.

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Tips for Designing a Killer Escort Card Display
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While Pinterest can be a goldmine of great ideas, it also has the ability to perpetuate wedding trends that actually don't make a lot of sense from a planning or guest experience perspective. It also sometimes hinders creative brainstorming while oversaturating the market with a few specific trends. Thankfully, we love to think outside the box and are sharing some tips and must-know details for designing a killer escort card display!

Organize names alphabetically

Organize names alphabetically to make it simpler for guests to locate their names. While escort display boards that are organized by table number may look interesting, it is nearly impossible for a guest to find their name among the 200 or so others if it isn't organized alphabetically.

Another thing to consider is whether you'll group escort cards per couple or if each person will have their own card. If you have a lot of single guests then per person makes sense, but with a predominantly married crowd, it is simplest to do per party/ per couple!

Make the display intuitive

Make the escort display, and any interactive element it may include, intuitive. Guests will likely be stopping by the display while mingling on their way to the bar during cocktail hour. You want to engage guests but you don't want them stuck at the display for too long trying to understand what's expected of them! Having a clear-cut course of action will help you avoid bottlenecks. Sometimes a simple sign is all you need, instructing guests to take their card. Alternatively, if you don't want guests to take their card, but rather simply look at the display, it is helpful to indicate that in some way. A wedding coordinator standing near the display is also a key way to ensure guest bottlenecks are avoided.

Simplicity is key

Often less is more! A refined and simple escort card display will make a big impact and it will aid in the overall guest experience as they more seamlessly locate their name.

While hundreds of ribbons flowing from a tree may be eye-catching aesthetically, from a guest experience perspective you're bound to have many confused guests and you may end up having guests avoid the display to save themselves the hassle. Of course, you don't want to end up with lost and upset guests so as adorable as a few hundred ribbons hanging from a tree may be, you want to keep the act of finding guest names simple!

Keep it personal

As you brainstorm the design for your escort card display, draw inspiration from your story as a couple. Whether a certain vacation locale means a lot to you or you have a shared love of a certain hobby, draw on your interests to make an escort card display that is both beautiful and intimate!

Envision the overall impact

Your escort card display is a place for you to make a strong design impact and reinforce the overall aesthetic you're hoping to achieve! Think big and incorporate fun floral elements or other motifs that tie into the day's overall look and feel.

Consider eco-friendly options

Antique skeleton keys are adorable, and I wouldn't say no to a copper elephant. However, once I get home I know those trinkets will end up in my junk drawer in my desk. Consider incorporating an eco-friendly and earth conscious element into your display for your guests to enjoy during the wedding day!

We absolutely love seeing the creativity and unique ideas that go into couple's escort card displays! Make sure to tag @stylemepretty with all the gorgeous escort display pictures you dream up.

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MFT...Hope You Can Cling To (HYCCT)...HYCCT1315A and MFTWSC147

Actual Post Date: October 27, 2013

Hello and thanks for stopping by!

 Hope You Can Cling To (HYCCT) - Split Coast Stampers (SCS) Forum

I love the HYCCT challenges and event.  It takes place each year within the Split Coast Stampers (SCS) forum; all of the cards and crafts are handmade and then sent to the hospital by the crafters. The items are selected from by women who are bravely battling and affected by cancer.

Thank you for viewing my card for the Hope You Can Cling To challenge. I have been a busy bee joining in the Hope You Can Cling To HYCCT challenges, this is for HYCCT1315A. I was able to use the MFT sketch for MFTWSC147.

I have utilized the negative pieces from the MFT Sun Ray die to make my ray.

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Friday, January 14, 2011

Winter Fun

This fun card was created for 2 different challenges. Viva la Verve (VLVJAN2011) provided the sketch and Pals Paper Arts (PPA76) the color scheme. The mittens are an SU stamp from the Merry set, and the sentiment is from their So Very set. I added a bit of silver glitter glue to the mittens for a finishing touch.
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Miami Beach, Florida - The legal cannabis industry is generating some serious heat around the world, in mainland USA and the Caribbean, this green rush is turning the status quo on it's head. This genius push for cannabis legalization around the world, is mainly spearheaded by a young, diverse and intelligent group of people, we call them GenerationUs

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28 June, 2014

June recipe: Red berry fool

Red berry fool
Fruit fools involve combining a fruit puree with custard or whipped cream or both, and are some of the easiest desserts to make.  I’ve previously posted a recipe for gooseberry fool. This variant uses red summer berries.  The photo shows a redcurrant fool, but you can use raspberries or strawberries instead, or any combination thereof. Raspberries and strawberries need no cooking.

Red berry fool

8 oz (approx 250 g) red summer berries (redcurrants, raspberries, strawberries or a mixture)
1.5 oz (approx 40 g) sugar
5 fl. oz (approx 140ml) double cream

Wash the fruit.
Hull the strawberries and raspberries. Snip the stalks off the redcurrants.
If using redcurrants, put the fruit in a saucepan with the sugar.
Heat gently, stirring from time to time, until the sugar has dissolved, then cover the pan and simmer for a few minutes until the fruit is soft and starting to break up.
Remove from the heat and crush the fruit with a wooden spoon.  You can puree it in a food processor if you like, but I never do.  If you don’t like pips, you can sieve the puree, but I never do this either.
Leave to cool.
If using strawberries or raspberries, simply mash the fruit and mix the puree with the sugar. Again, if you don’t like pips you can sieve the puree, but I never do.
If using a mixture, mix the mashed strawberries/raspberries with the cooled redcurrant pulp.
Whip the double cream until stiff.
Stir the cooled fruit pulp into the cream.
Divide between four glasses and chill in the fridge for at least an hour or overnight before serving.

For larger portions, divide the mixture between two or three glasses instead of four.

Constance Brewer said...

Now this sounds good. I love raspberries. And of course anything with whipped cream is good. :)

Carla said...

Yes, it's hard to go far wrong with fruit and cream :-)

Rick said...

I see that the older gooseberry entry already had the question I was about to ask, where 'fool' for a dessert came from.

And yes, it IS hard to go wrong with fruit and cream.

Carla said...

Rick - I think it was you that asked the question about the name last time. I rather like the idea of a derivation from something like 'airhead', though the Oxford dictionary seems far from certain.


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Wednesday, June 18, 2008

Oh the Suspense

I'm in the edit part of writing on Bloody Murder, which I like, a lot. Pulling teeth part is done. Now just polishing them. Of course that can also be tricky and painful, having to cut things you like.

Plus, it's off to my CP, which is always nerve wracking because what worked for you, might not work for them. Dialogue that seemed witty at the time could fall flat for someone else. The plot thickens-or not.

You become so close to your own work, you lose judgement. The good thing, in re-reading, it doesn't seem as disjointed as I feared. But, what if I'm missing a big flaw? Did you know writers are their own worst critics, kind of like an artist who's painting is never finished, that tree could be darker on one side of the trunk, that cloud needs more contrast at the bottom, etc.

The other thing to learn is when something is finished so you don't pick it to death and turn it into mud.

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Little Jo Cake Smash – Brisbane Child Photographer

A Cake smash and a Family session all in one day, how lucky am I to have spent so much time with darling little Jo and his wonderful Mum and Dad. Mum Jess is neighbours with my good friend Kate, and has the most incredible dumpling shop in Cannon Hill. Got to love dumplings. I was very excited for these two sessions. It’s always a pleasure to work with recommendations and friends. It brings something extra special to the session.  And this was no exception.

The first thing I noticed when greeting little Jo and his adoring parents, other than how painfully handsome baby Jo was, was Jess’ dress. The most elegant, delicate, and pristine flowing dress in a very light pink, almost cream colour. She looked stunning. And, may I add, her dress was still pristine at the end of the cake smash session.How?? Not a single spot of frosting found its way onto this gorgeous dress. What a miracle considering little Jos’ cake was a bright blue frosted chocolate cake. Of course, it was a chocolate cake, I mean, how can you resist chocolate cake? (And it was impossible to resist to this one from the very talented Tau at @taucakestory. please follow them in Instagram they have the most beautiful and delicious cakes!!)

Back to the cake, bub Jo for sure couldn’t resist it . He was right in there, getting stuck in, but still with an air of politeness, so delightfully quiet and well behaved.  He was such a cutie, mesmerised by his yummy cake, but not impressed at all with ANY of my attempts to make him smile. You name it, I tried it, peek-a-bo included. Such a clever and observant little boy, baby Jo was peaceful and quiet for both sessions; family and cake smash. The camera loved his gentle eyes, and he melted my heart throughout the whole session. He was a delight to work with. As so were his mum and dad. And eventually, Jo gave me a coy smile when it was time to go home – my efforts did pay off, he’s a charmer, and will for sure be a heartbreaker. Watch out girls!

Carol Souza Photography is a boutique studio based in Carindale, Qld and I offer a wide range of photography services in and around Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Cake Smash and Fruit Smash sessions are one of our specialities and our clients have been raving about our great service and beautiful final results! In addition to it we really enjoy our Family sessions that can be done at any time on your family’s life. .

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Saturday, 11 May 2013

Critical Muslim Perspectives on the Qur'an: Abdullahi Ahmed an-Na'im

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University of Notre Dame is now posting videos of its Qur'an Seminar online. The initiative is coordinated by Gabriel Reynolds, Associate Professor of Islamic Studies & Theology, and  provides a forum for contemporary Muslim academics and other intellectuals to share their views on the Islamic scripture. It has hosted high-profile scholars such as the Sudanese jurist and human rights specialist Abdullahi Ahmed an-Na'im.

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Cart Art Inc.

     At a popular Manhattan diner, Patricia Walsh measures a woman with her glance. “Zebra print,” she states flatly after not more than a second of consideration. “Or a scull and bones. On a black background.” The match seems spot-on.

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     Patricia is the founder and CEO of Cart Art, Inc., the only American company providing custom-designed shopping / laundry carts. If you ever doubted that fashion will not let one aspect of life remain un-prettified in a city like New York, here’s a living proof. From applying a picture of a panda bear, to a picture of your dog, cat or a family member, you can now make your shopping cart sport a customized outfit. Can you hear those fashionistas squeal?

     The idea started brewing a year ago after an occurrence which could only be labeled as a shopaholic’s epiphany.

     “I was shopping one day, in my neighborhood in Riverdale , N.Y.,” says Patricia, “, and I realized that my cart was very boring.”

     Fair enough given that the founder of Cart Art is s chic, fashion savvy New Yorker with years of experience in the beauty and fashion industry.

     After going on-line and originally looking for clip-on panels to decorate her cart, Patricia realized that such a bric-à-brac didn’t exist. A spur of the moment is the mother of all invention. A few months later Patricia Walsh was holding a patent making her the only person in the world allowed to produce decorative clip-on cart panels. She applied it immediately, but the fashion thirst wasn’t quenched there.

     “People were responding to it when I went shopping,” says Patricia and recalls how other fashion-conscious or otherwise aesthetically-minded souls would stop her on the street and ask where did she get that cute cart. The demand was there, all she needed to do was satisfy it. And that’s what she did. Weeks later, Cart Art Inc.– a child of practicality and aesthetic vanity—was born. With the exquisite help of its main manufacturer, an established New York graphic designer and interior decorator Felix Rodriguez, Patricia is starting to conquer the U.S. and already turning her gaze towards China.

     “I’m starting now on a small scale– launching the website; but I’m hoping for the best,” says Patricia.

Walsh, an aesthetician by education, was showing gumption for fashion and design early on. She was an exclusive interior decorator of her mother’s real estate office and she had hosted fashion shows in the past, including the most recent one with her new Cart Art collection, presented splendidly by a team of drag queens in a popular New York City venue.

     She didn’t prove to be a bad business woman either. Cart Art is already catching the eye of investors as well as local businesses that order carts by dozens to place their logos on them, creating one-of-a-kind movable advertisements. Soon Cart Art will hit retail stores like Bed, Bath & Beyond, K-Mart and Target, as well as local convenience stores. The two visionaries also anticipate appearing on local flea markets and farmers markets bringing along their fashionable carts and hosting give-aways.

     Everything was thought of. You can buy a whole cart with a panel of choice, or just the panel in various sizes depending on the size of your cart—allowing yourself to change the design together with your changing mood. Their company motto is: “Everything should be beautiful.”

     “I have not met one person who wouldn’t tell me that it’s a good idea,” boasts Patricia, all radiance and energy. “That’s what validates it for me,” she adds. “We’re anticipating Cart Art to turn the traditional ‘granny’ grocery/ laundry cart into a stylish shopping staple for city dwellers all over the world.”

Keep an eye out for the buzz on the new website launch party.

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Luiza Oleszczuk
8 October 2015
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It is petrifying to move to a new town especially when you do not know anyone. However, there is a different story to London because it is always busting with travelers and this makes it easy for those visiting to feel at home quickly. London has a traveller's community that enterprises of individuals from New […]

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The Philippines, which is known for its thrilling tourist attractions and colorful festivals, is slowly making a name for itself as a paradise for water sports enthusiasts. An emerging water recreational activity in the country is parasailing. With its rich water resources, the Philippines is an ideal place for this high-flying adventure. Currently available in […]

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Forehand and backhand welding are the most basic of all welding techniques. They are simple, have their purpose and provide a specific type of weld when used properly. In this article you will learn why these techniques are used and most importantly why. Forehand Technique Forehand is a technique where the welder pushes the puddle […]

Geode Crystals & Astral Travel

Astral travel can be enhanced by working with crystals and their vibrational field levels during your session. But where do you start and how to help? There are many different suggestions for this, as well as different ones will resonate within different people and their energy fields. A good place to start is by working […]

The Importance of a Balance Sheet

An individual has two primary tools for managing personal finances. The Personal Balance Sheet is ignored and the Budget is the darling of Financial Consultants and the media. The key to understanding personal finances is that you have to understand your Budget and Balance Sheet individually and also how they work in combination to give […]

Five Reasons Why You Should Work For the Travel and Tourism Industry

The travel and tourism industry is a massive global industry that caters for the needs of those who have to travel away from home in terms of providing facilities and services like hotel accommodation, air and road transport. Close to a billion people are involved in international travel in this industry which generates billions of […]

Understand the Pros and Cons of Saving Money in Piggy Banks

It is always a great idea to put some money away for a rainy day or for a future purchase. But where you put it is a personal choice depending on what your considerations are. Do you have security in mind? Or is it convenience? Whatever they may be, you might have thought of getting […]

A Brief Description Of Maui Island And Why You Need A Travel Agency Assistance

Would you like to travel to Maui? This is the second largest of the eight islands found in the Hawaii State. It possesses three big cities, including Lahaina, Kahului and Wailuku. The region lures many visitors because of its physical landmarks such as the highest volcanic mountain called Haleakala. Even the West Maui Mountains form […]


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  Feb 19, 2018
2015-2016 College of Liberal Arts Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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The expression of ideas and emotions through music is integral to every culture. To understand music is to understand the essence of humanity. Music extends one’s comprehension of history and society while also providing preparation for a career. The broadly educated musician is in demand in the recording industry, education, theatre, film, television, and radio.

Faculty members work closely with students to create a curriculum integrating the study of music history, theory/composition, and performance practices. Performance opportunities include the University Chorale, the University Chamber Orchestra, the University Wind Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, Flute Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble and chamber ensembles as well as private study in keyboard, voice, woodwind, brass, string, and percussion instruments.

  • Chair: Leslie Sprout, Associate Professor
  • Professors: Norman Lowrey
  • Associate Professors: Trevor Weston
  • Assistant Professors: Jason Bishop, Ellis Hilton (Concert Hall Manager)

Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations

Students receiving a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Music Theory exam will be awarded four credits towards the College general education breadth requirements in the arts. Students seeking exemption from MUS 102, or from MUS 102 and MUS 227/227L, must take a placement exam offered by the Music Department. Contact the music department chair for details.

Limitation on Degree Credit for Music Performance

At most 16 credits, in any combination, from music instruction and/or performance courses may be counted toward the 128 credits required for the B.A. degree.

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You Know You’re In Reboboth When

A playful book for adults who “know” Rehoboth

Whether you’re here for a week, a season, or a lifetime, you know you’re in Rehoboth Beach! How do you know you’re in Rehoboth? The dogs are smaller than the martinis, you won’t get ketchup with those fries, and happy hour starts at 9am. These and more idiosyncrasies of Rehoboth are captured in Seth Pala’s comical illustrations and Nancy Sakaduski’s amusing text.

Whether you are a visitor or a local, you will recognize the unique charm of Rehoboth in this hilarious book, which captures the fun, familiar oddities, and inside smiles of Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. You’ll laugh out loud at the hurricane preparations (moving the vodka to the second floor), traffic nightmares, and the joys of the hot sand two-step.


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Jumping on the bed is one of the carefree rites of childhood that you probably stopped doing long before you started paying rent or a mortgage. Reuben Reynoso, an adult, makes his living jumping on mattresses.

"It's work,"explained the professional mattress jumper. "It's not for everybody. There is a right way and a wrong way to do it."

Reynoso is employed by McRoskey, a mattress brand that retails for up to $2,700 for a king size. Three times a day, at the company's San Francisco factory, Reynoso expertly jumps on a mattress as part of the process in which they achieve their firmness. There are machines that could do this, but McRoskey finds that ten toes yield better results.

"This is not a game," Reynoso, who has a methodical method of 100 bounces on each side, told the San Francisco Chronicle. "Not to me."

In the past Reynoso has been a carpenter, roofer, construction worker, railroad engineer and maker of corn syrup. But he says this is the job he likes best.

As a child, his marine father forbid mattress jumping of any kind. These days, Reynoso is living the dream.


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Have you ever heard me on the show making fun of the dinky little cupcake Taylor Swift once made me? Look carefully at my most recent chat with her (above) and you can just barely see it. It even has its own microphone!

Jeremy Robinson is the host of Taste of Country Nights, a syndicated radio show that airs on 41 stations across the United States on weeknights. Radio has been his life since the age of nine, when he “hosted” a show out of his bedroom. After almost 16 years on the air, country music isn’t just his job — it’s also his passion.


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Congratulations to Brian Baumgardner —he’s the winner of our Taste of Country Music Festival contest.

Brian and a guest have won air fare for two to Albany, NY, three nights hotel stay and $500 in spending cash!

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VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The secrecy of a confession is maintained so seriously and completely by the Catholic Church that a priest would be excommunicated for revealing the contents of a confession when ordered to testify by a court or even after the penitent dies, Vatican officials said.

“No confessor can be dispensed from it, even if he would want to reveal the contents of a confession in order to prevent a serious and imminent evil,” said Msgr. Krzysztof Nykiel, regent of the Apostolic Penitentiary, a Vatican court dealing with matters of conscience.

The penitentiary sponsored a conference at the Vatican Nov. 12-13 on “the confessional seal and pastoral privacy.”

According to the Vatican newspaper, L’Osservatore Romano, conference participants heard that since the Fourth Lateran Council in 1215 spelled out the penalties in church law for violating the secret of the confessional, “the discipline of the church in this matter has remained substantially the same,” with the exception of additional protections.

One of those additions, the newspaper said, was a 1988 church law explicitly stating that using an “electronic apparatus” to record, broadcast or otherwise share the contents of a confession also is an excommunicable offense.

Cardinal Mauro Piacenza, head of the Apostolic Penitentiary, told conference participants it is important “to remove any suspicion” that the church’s commitment to the confessional seal “is designed to cover intrigues, plots or mysteries as people sometimes naively believe or, more easily, are led to believe.”

The seal, he said, is intended to protect the most intimate part of the human person, “that is, to safeguard the presence of God within each man.” The effect of the secret, he said, is that it also protects a person’s reputation and right to privacy.

The confessional seal, Msgr. Nykiel said, “is binding not only on the confessor, but also on the interpreter, if present, and anyone who in any way, even casually, comes to know of the sins confessed.”

The church, he said, takes the seal so seriously that it forbids, on the pain of excommunication, a priest from testifying in court about what he heard in the confessional, “even if the penitent requests” he testify.

Not even the death of the penitent can absolve the confessor from the obligation to maintain the secret, Msgr. Nykiel said.


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Thursday, September 27, 2012

Review: All the King's Men by Robert Penn Warren

All the King's Men is definitely one of "those books." The books you always find on best of lists and must read lists, especially if you are from Louisiana (the state that brought you both Robert Penn Warren and Huey Long). I've heard about this book practically my entire reading life and while I never fully dismissed it, I often judged it as being too Southern or too political for my tastes. I will admit to you now - I was way off base.

The story centers around Willie Stark (sometimes Talos) and his right hand man, narrator, Jack Burden. Everyone knows that Stark is a depiction of Louisiana governor Huey Long, but that fact becomes irrelevant once you enter the story. Personally, I know little about Long's career, but I think this served to enhance my appreciation of the novel. I wasn't constantly questioning which actions were historical and which were fictional. I was absorbed in the world of the characters, which is exactly what a good novel should do for you.

The novel is driven by a cast of characters that evolve continually until all are virtually unrecognizable as the people encountered in the beginning of the story, and that is not to say that the changes are not believable. The absolute best thing about this book is how true it is to the characters and the pressures they have. You cannot say that these are black and white / good or bad people as most of the characters come in varying shades of grey.

Most fascinating is Stark himself, who begins as an idealistic young man that grew up on a small family farm and is virtually without vices. He moves from idealistic dupe to charismatic leader to political slime in short order. The beginning of this transformation, and one of my favorite parts of the novel, comes when Stark is being pushed to change his speeches. His staff has to explain that no one wants to hear about his plans for tax reform; they just want to feel something:
They don't give a damn about that. Hell, make 'em cry, or make 'em laugh, make 'em think you're their weak and erring pal, or make 'em think you're God-a-Mighty. Or make 'em mad. Even mad at you. Just stir 'em up.
And soon there after the Stark we know was born. I think it's poignant, especially in today's political climate, to note that politics has most assuredly always been theater. This is the theater of a well oiled machine that churns people out and eats them up and very often its leavings are dead or broken. In Warren's novel absolutely everyone is broken, either they were from the start or they fell prey to the machine.

All the King's Men is a great novel and it is not too Southern or too political. It is without place or time, a novel about people and humanity, our follies and foibles.

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Review: Safekeeping by Karen Hesse

Karen Hesse’s new novel Safekeeping is called “a novel of tomorrow” and the future is bleak. Hesse imagines a world in which the suspicion and distrust roiling in the United States today boils over into a chaotic state of martial law and suppression. Her novel follows a young girl making her way to safety as she traverses this new world.

Radley Parker-Hughes has travelled to Haiti to volunteer in an orphanage in a disaster ridden area. Shortly after her arrival the president of the United States is assassinated. After days of worry and no communication with her parents, she makes it home to Vermont only to find that her parents are not there waiting for her. Radley quickly realizes that staying alone in her own home is no longer safe, as the government has authorized roving bands of looters as their muscle in a battle to terrify and subdue the populous. Radley makes the decision to head north to Canada so that she may live there in exile until peace and normalcy are restored and she can reach her parents.

Radley’s story is told in very short chapters, each with its own photograph to illustrate the bleakness that has become her life. The story is a sad one, but ultimately it is full of hope and will give its teenage audience plenty to think about. Even young people, who often tend to not be very politically aware, are feeling the dissent and divisiveness currently manifest in our nation. Books like Hesse’s can provide a way to work through those feelings and help the youth decide where they stand. This is an important type of story to tell in a disheartening time in the history of our nation. The ultimate message of Safekeeping is one that bears repeating: we need only to be good to one another and understanding, happiness, and prosperity will come.

Thursday, September 13, 2012

Review: Red Thread Sisters by Carol Antoinette Peacock

I am not a crier, but I must tell you Red Thread Sisters by Carol Antoinette Peacock made me cry. I read this wonderful middle grade novel in one sitting, one late night actually, because no matter how late it got I could not put it down to go to sleep. This is a very sweet novel about adoption; it is never trite, often both sad and inspiring, and it tells the truth about adoption, especially adoption of older children.

Wen is an eleven year old girl who has spent most of her life in a Chinese orphanage. She has waited for years to be adopted and when it finally happens she is overcome with ambivalence. The idea of leaving her home, the younger children she provides care and much needed affection for, and most of all her best friend Shu Ling, terrifies her. Shu Ling is not only an unwanted daughter, she is crippled. It is a simple and terrible truth to both girls that Shu Ling will not be adopted due to her physical disabilities.

What makes this book so special is the devotion the girls have to one another. When Wen makes it to America, she vows to get Shu Ling a family. As Wen struggles for her friend, she and her family are working to understand each other. The awkwardness, confusion, and missteps on both sides is described wonderfully by Peacock. As a reader, you ache for this family, but you also believe in their ability to meld into a loving family unit.

This is a fantastic book for middle readers. It is honest about the difficulties of adoption and the problems people often have relating to and communicating with one another. Peacock has written a novel about resiliency and hope, but even more importantly, about the undying strength that comes from the bonds of friendship.

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Books at the Movies

I am smack in the middle of Anna Karenina, which is the best novel of all time. It is wonderful, beautiful, so sad, and utterly timeless. Lemme tell ya, in the 100+ years since Tolstoy wrote the novel, people have not changed. Relationships and emotional depths have been as turbulent as they are today since the dawn of time. Couple that with all of the discussion of the difficulties amongst the lower classes and you have a modern drama to please the 99%.

All of this is to say that I am ready to talk about the books that I am looking forward to reading before seeing their cinematic versions this fall. I wrote a few weeks ago about some of my old favorites that are being released as movies, but now it’s time to talk about the TBR list of movie-books.

Wuthering Heights

Life of Pi

Anna Karenina

Les Miserables

Cloud Atlas (a bit of a cheat because I actually did read this one a few weeks ago. Spoiler: it’s amazing)

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FGM Awareness Workshop

KMEWO, in partnership with Birmingham & Solihull Women’s Aid, will be holding a workshop on “FGM AS A HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATION”, to which you are invited. This workshop is specifically for FGM professional and so I hope you will be able to attend.

The workshop will be held on Tuesday 26th April 2016 from 10.30am - 3.30pm at:
Main Hall - Caxton House, 129 St. John’s Way, London N19 3RQ

We will seek to achieve the following outcomes;

  • Gaining Understanding on Violence Against Women and Girls as an equality and human rights issue.
  • Understanding on the Human Rights Act.
  • Awareness on sources of international and regional human rights law on FGM.
  • Gaining Understanding on specific human rights violated by FGM.
  • Developing confidence in addressing FGM and other forms of VAWG as human rights violation.

It would help us with our catering arrangements if you could confirm (ASAP) if you are able to attend.

Kurdish and Middle Eastern Women’s Organisation
Caxton House 129 St. John’s Way, London N19 3RQ
Tel: 020 7263 1027    Mobile: 077 4885 1125

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Saturday, March 5, 2011

Marie-Antoinette's dreamy estate

I've seen the castle of  King Louis IV in Versailles before and I still can't get over the feeling up to this day.
 It is grand, wealthy, ostentatious, decadent and magnificent.
Marie-Antoinette was lucky to have hooked up with a fashionable and wealthy king of France.
They were both very young. Marie-Antoinette was a teenager when she married the King.
So imagine the power that was bequeathed you.
It completely consumed the Queen that she got out of touch with the real off with their heads.
They were the last royalty who lost their heads in the heart of Paris.
At first, I rationalized the Queen's shortcomings and weaknesses.
But the moment I visited her Trianon and Hamlet,
 I saw the light. She was a queen who staged her passion for being a peasant. How?
She had a dreamy estate built to satisfy her caprice.

Thursday, March 3, 2011

Jean Maurice Eugène Clément Cocteau

portrait of Cocteau by Andy Warhol
5 July 1889 – 11 October 1963 was a French poet, novelist, dramatist, designer, boxing manager, playwright, artist and filmmaker.

My visit with my sister Monica who lives in Fontainebleau was an adventurous vacation. She lives in one of the most historical places on earth so she and I together with our eldest sister who is visiting from Hawaii keep discovering interesting people and impressive places. One morning, we were in Milly-la-Forêt, a small village where she always buy her freshly baked, hot and crusty baguette when we chanced upon a new museum. It was just newly inaugurated and just opened its doors to the public so we decided to go in and see what's in store for us.

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

St. Denis and Canal St. Martin and Rue La Fayette in Paris

I wanted to see Canal St. Martin because I've seen paintings of it by famous artists. Somewhere along the way to the canal, we got lost but it didn't matter because we enjoyed our walk. We finally arrived at Poisson Rouge for some cappuccino and pastry. After our photo shoots by the canal, Zen and I needed some retail therapy so we continued our walk along Rue La fayette to go to Gallerie La Fayette and Printemps.

Before we embarked on our journey to the Canal, we had lunch in this Indian restaurant.
This is an Indian neighborhood where you can find authentic curry and tangine dishes served with my fave, chutney. I'm crazy for curry food. Gotta have it.

aside from curry dishes, they also sell a lot of other things typical of their culture.

Walking Tour of the Latin Quarter

Finding something to do is not hard when in Paris. One early morning, my sister and I joined a walking tour of the Latin Quarters in the west bank where artists, writers, students and intellectuals hang out and live. It is rich in prose and poetry where novels like Cyrano de Bergerac and Les Miserables rule.

The piazza in front of Notre Dame Cathedral
 where the colors of the trees are beginning to change in September.

The sisters in front of Notre Dame

Sorbonne University. The French pay a ridiculously inexpensive amount of money to study here.

This is a statue in front of Sorbonne University. Students touch the gold shoes and wish for them to pass their exams and they do. Go figure.
In order to save on taxes, they have small windows
 for the sunlight
to come in through the kitchen.

If you notice the different sizes of the windows,
there's a reason for that in the old times.
 They used to tax you on your windows.
The bigger the window, the higher your tax.

This is an old, small bookstore where Shakespeare used to live. They require him to work for free lodging. He can also read one book a day and he should write novels for the bookstore.
the owner of this bookstore was Sylvia Beach, who in the 20s, saw to it that James Joyce's "Ulysses" got published. Up to now, there are a number of transient workers there that work for the bookstore for them to live in one of the corner alcove that become bedrooms when the store closes.
This was the apartment where Dante Alighieri, the Italian writer, lived. He also was a serious student of Christian theology in Paris.
a very narrow street typical of the streets of Paris
Paris....tres jolie!!


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Thursday, January 7, 2010

ONE big mess now looks pretty now

So as you will come to find out, I'm NOT much of a girl. I DO NOT wear make-up and don't ever wear jewelry on a normal basis, just my earrings and one ring. That's it. No watch, no bracelet, no necklace. When I go out and have to actually look presentable I put on a necklace or nicer earrings. ALl my jewelry is kept safely in a plastic container, tightly attached to another necklace or bracelet, so that I can untangle it later when I'm in a rush to leave.

[anyone know how I can write the link as just a word and people can click on it?]

Don't they look comfortable SOOO close together?

NEEDLESS to say I got SICK of the ten minutes it took me to untangle them all so I FINALLY did something about it. I made myself a Earring holder.

1 Frame- Goodwill $3.99
1 Spray Can- hardware store $3.49
15 hooks-hardware store $2.50
fabric-leftover from something else
1 screen cover-hardware store $5.99 [it's a roll of basically what you would put on a screen door, I only used a little bit of it, but I'm sure there's something else I can use it for]

SOOOO I'm not very good at taking pictures WHILE I'm making things, tend to forget.

Here's the only one. Almost done with it.

Here it is, if you look at the sides I drilled holes for more hooks to hang so I can put bracelets there, I just haven't had the time or want to go to the hardware store again. I thought with all that mess I had more stuff, but I guess not, LOL.

P.S. the pictures were taken on my phone, I have a problem cleaning off memory cards before I save pictures so they were all full, LOL. Sorry they pictures look like crap.

Thursday, December 3, 2009

you never know how many you really have

So I know most of you mothers with girls have gone through the stages of cute things for your daughters hair, clippies and hair ties and headbands. Im not going lie, I told myself I wouldn't be one of those moms that put the clippies or headbands in my daughters hair, well I ended up giving in. I'm kind of over the clippie stage, my daughter had hair since day one. I'm now onto putting headbands in her hair...they look SUPER cute, when/if she lets them stay in for longer then 5 seconds-and that's a long time. So I have been "collecting" headbands here and there and found some of my old ones. I had them all in a drawer and well, just got to the point where I couldn't shut the drawer anymore. Which was bugging me, so I FINALLY decided to do something about it. I made a headband holder out of a Quaker Oatmeal container, 2 sheets of 12x12 scrapbook paper & an 8x10 for the top and Mod Podge. I got the idea for this from Joy's Hope. It took me less then 10 mins to make.

Like I said she has too many, I need another one already, LOL.

In the inside I put the headbands that go all around the head, that are complete circles, whatever you want to call them.

Friday, November 27, 2009

hit the motherload

So I had a GREAT day at the thrift store last week, I found a TON of awesome finds. I'm VERY excited to start painting them. A few I'm still undecided on what colors to paint. I'm starting one at a time, LOL.

I'm pretty sure this is a bread box, I haven't decided actually what I'm doing with it, but I think i'm going to make it into a memory box for my daughter. $2.99 :O)

I got this lonely end table for $4.99.
[sorry such a bad picture, wasn't paying attention when I took it, obviously]

I found these 3 corkboards each for $1.99 and the frame for $2.99
I'm going to make them all into magnet boards, maybe chalkboards too.

I found this REALLY nice solid wood mirror for $3.99.

this AWESOME bookcase for $2.99. SOLID wood!! I NEED this for my daughter's room, I've already started painting it.

This cute white chair for $2.99, I'm going to paint it red I believe and use as a prop.

check back soon for the AFTERS!! I'm going to be busy painting for the next few weeks, hehe.

I got this changing table at a local rummage sale last month for $10. It's in GREAT shape and very sturdy. I bought it for my cousin who is having a little baby in May. I didn't get a chance to paint it white, to match the crib, before they stole it from me. I'm hoping I can go and visit and paint it for them :O)

Monday, November 2, 2009

what to paint, what to paint?

So I found this ADORABLE little table and stool at Goodwill for $1.99, YES you heard me right only $1.99. I COULDN'T pass it up! The design on it is cute with the little rainforest theme, but it's not my daughter and doesn't fit into any rooms we have. So this is my new project. I'm not really sure quite yet what I want to do to it, I'm thinking chalkboard paint. Well see...check back soon for the revamp.

who doesn't like brown with pink polka dots?

So I had been looking for something to put all my daughters clothes in, because I just had those rubbermaid drawer containers and I was getting sick of those, as she gets bigger so do her clothes, and those just weren't cutting it anymore. So I looked at Craigslist, just for the heck of it and I stumbled across this entertainment center-in the FREE section-I couldn't pass it up! So I got my brother and cousin to do the heavy lifting. My best friend came over and helped me, took about 8 hours of sanding and painting and to finish it. I took off the UGLY handles that were on it before and put on knobs I got at home depot. I also got a closet rod to hang in the center part with the doors.

Entertainment Center-FREE
18 knobs- $.97 ea.=$17.46 total
Closet Rod-$6.97
Paint-$19.85 [5 different colors]

[oh if you look closely on the left under the top big drawer, the bar across is missing, I actually got that replaced after I took the picture]

a picture of the closet rod.

welcome to CC's Centsational Crap

Welcome! I wanted to start a blog with my redos, fun finds, random things and helpful hints. I am FAR from a crafty person, most of the time I get inspired by other people and go from there. I have a beautiful little girl, I work and go to school full-time, and I'm a single mom. So this isn't my first thing on my list, but I like doing it so of course I can make an extra 5 mins for it.


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9 Big Signs You Should Have Your Deck Refinished

When your deck goes from fab to old and drab, it’s time to start thinking about refinishing the deck. But, it’s important to know the signs between minor fixes to having the entire deck refinished.

A beautiful, refinished deck will not only look great for the entire exterior of your home but also extend the life of the wood itself.

Many great benefits of restoring a deck:

  • Restoring a wood deck before major damage happens costs less than replacing a wood deck, and refinishing your deck will cost a LOT less.
  • You can halt major structural damage and possible deck failure in it’s tracks by replacing boards, fixing others and protecting it with a new refinish job.
  •  Restoring your deck’s minor problems now (like warping floor boards, loose pieces, shaky rails, and splintering) will help prevent them from turning into bigger issues later on.
  • A refinished deck is an easy improvement that can help the overall resale value of your home allowing it to sell faster!

What Are The Signs Of a Bad Deck?

Besides just looking bad, there are more specific problems that can be a clear sign of your deck needing to be brought back to life.

Common signs you can look for that indicate the deck is ready to be refinished:

  1. Bad Ledger & Deck Frame
  2. Split or Cracked Boards
  3. Peeling and Flaking Paint
  4. Wood Looks Dry and Old
  5. Splintering Boards
  6. Rotting (Mold & Mildew) Visible On Planks or the Deck Frame
  7. Many Raised Screws, Loose Screw Boards
  8. Faded and Discolored
  9. Spongy and Soft Spots When You Walk On It

1. Bad Ledger & Deck Frame

Solid beams, strong joists, and good looks aren’t much use when you should be worrying about a rotting ledger board. If any of your wood deck’s framing is bad, that needs to be addressed before you can even begin to think about restoring or refinishing a wood deck.

2. Split or Cracked Boards

Split or cracking deck boards can be the beginning of what could be a much larger problem if you allow it to go without fixing. These must be replaced before you can stain the deck. It’s a good idea to check to see if any boards are starting to bow. This also includes the railing, posts, sills and joists. If a board is badly warped and you put a lot of weight on it, these could also split or break completely. If you see any of those signs, don’t wait and replace those boards.

3. Peeling & Flaking Paint

Even if you have a newly re-painted deck you can still find yourself with peeling or flaking paint because the deck was not properly power washed before re-painting. We see this often with homeowners in a hurry to cover problems to sell a home. If you have peeling and flaking, it’s best to have the entire deck stripped, then a good power-washing before the staining process.

4. Wood Looks Dry and Old

Your wood deck simply looks terrible. Maybe there is peeling paint or the wood looks dry and faded – in either case, deck restoration or deck refinishing can restore the beauty of your old deck and make it look like new.

5. Splintering Boards

Wood fibers tend to raise as they expand with rain and water over time. Wood fibers can often remain raised and may cause splinters. Splintering is a clear warning sign of damaged boards and potentially allowing moisture in that will cause them to rot and grow mold. This rotting will eventually lead to them collapsing.

6. Rotted Wood (Mold & Mildew)

Check the boards closely for any mold, mildew or other fungi. Even if your deck is treated, the wood can still rot. Pay special attention to where every post touches the ground…especially if you have a second story deck. If you see mold on the boards, they will need to be replaced before any staining can be done. If you see it on more than one of the support posts, it’s time to for a new deck.

7. Raised Screws, Loose Screw Boards

One of the most common problems regarding deck repair is of nails popping up out of the boards. Nails generally pop out of wood decking due to every day use and because of contraction of the wood during cold and hot periods. While this may be an easy fix, by simply hammering them back down, they actually compromise the integrity of the deck. They are also a major safety hazard for those walking on the wood with bare feet. If there are only a few raised screws or loose screws, simply replace. We recommend NOT to re-hammer them. If there are many and the boards are starting to crack or fall apart, it’s time to replace them and then get your deck refinished.

8. Fading and Discolored Boards

If your deck looks dull, is fading and has discolored board, it’s definitely time to refinish. Over time the weather, traffic use and even chemicals in cleaners or previous stains can bleach can degrade the wood. This includes ultra-violet caused bleaching.

9. Spongy And Soft When Walked On

Walk around your deck and feel how the wood responds to you. If you feel soft spots, bowing, and even sponginess, this means there are moisture issues with your wood and these planks need to be replaced. Oftentimes, there is rotting underneath the surface that you cannot see. The deck may need to be completely replaced in this situation as well.

Hire a Professional

However, the best way to tell if your deck needs to be refinished is to have a professional come and assess the status of your deck. Which is exactly what we are here to do.

If you have used our guide above and your deck has at least 2 of the problems listed above, we set up a convenient time to meet so we can inspect the deck and give a good idea of options.


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Honors & Awards

A summary listing of colleges receiving institution and individual honors and awards

Windward Community College’s (Hawaii) student newspaper, Ka ‘Ohana (the family), has garnered another first place national award from the Ameri can Scholastic Press Association. The newspaper has ranked among the top winners in the ASPA competition for the past 19 years. Ka ‘Ohana scored 930 out of 1,000 possible points for the first place category and was recognized by the judges as “an excellent school newspaper, which shows the creativity and journalistic knowledge of your staff.” The competition recognizes excellence and provides feedback in content, page design, general plan, art, editing and creativity. Ka ‘Ohana is produced by students in WCC’s newspaper lab and news writing courses. The classes provide hands-on training in the entire news gathering process — from writing articles to graphic design, photography and website management. Ka ‘Ohana has also served as a springboard to the state’s coveted and highly competitive Society of Professional Journalists summer internships. For 2012 and 2013, two WCC student journalists were among an elite group of interns selected, mostly from four-year colleges and universities.

Walt MacDonald — who is devoted to helping advance quality and equity in education by improving teaching and assessment of learning around the world as president and chief executive officer of Educational Testing Service — has received Camden County College’s (N.J.) 2014 Outstanding Alumnus Award. The Mercer County resident was born in Massachusetts and grew up in “humble beginnings.” He left home at 19, coming to the Camden area to live with a brother employed at the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard and work in construction. “I was encouraged by my fellow construction workers to go to college, but I didn’t know where to start until one of them brought me some information about this little college in Blackwood, N.J.,” MacDonald recalled. “CCC certainly whetted my appetite for more knowledge, lots of it, in fact, so that after the associate degree, I continued on to earn bachelor’s and doctoral degrees from Rutgers and even made education my career. CCC was my incredible doorway to higher education.” MacDonald, who also completed the Advanced Management Program at Harvard University’s Business School, has spent most of his professional career at ETS. The company administers and scores more than 50 million exams in 180 countries around the world every year.

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Monday, February 15, 2010

Snow Day #3

I suppose I should say that this is snow day #4 because we actually had a snow day in January as well. But this is the third snow day that we have had over the course of a week, which is pretty significant for Louisville. Even though this weather is not unfamiliar to a northern gal like me, I still acted like everyone else these last few days and stayed inside. So what else does one do on a snow day?
  1. Make lots of food. I made my mom's lasagna and banana bread last week. Tonight I am making The Pioneer Woman's chicken spaghetti. Daniel loves it, and so do I.
  2. Read and read and read.

  3. Watch television and movies.

  4. Clean like a crazy woman.

  5. Finish some home projects that I have been meaning to do.
  6. Go for a walk in the snow. Crazy? Maybe. Bored? Absolutely.

  7. Blog, of course.

  8. Watch the Olympics! This deserves a bullet point all by itself.

While it is beautiful to see the snow falling outside my apartment window, I will be glad when winter is over.

Being at home so much this past week has made me appreciate home so much more. I enjoy the excitement my husband displays when he comes home from work to a clean house. I love making meals that feed him and satisfy him. I love making our home a warm and inviting place to be. Extra time here helps me to see the value in all of it. I also really like not rushing home from work and frantically trying to make dinner so we can eat before 8 pm! Most likely I will be back to the office tomorrow. It was fun while it lasted...

amandaginn said...

Looks familiar!

I'm glad you got to spend a few quiet days at home.

(You should set up a Shelfari page so I can see what you've been reading.)

I was such a whiner about the winter games... I'm a summer olympic snob. And yet, we'll be watching again tonight. And I'll be yet again totally sucked in!

cdt said...

Funny thing is I get to spend another day at home! They just cancelled again for tomorrow. I will work from home again tomorrow. I should have mentioned that I worked some today. :)

I LOVE the summer olympics. But I am getting sucked into the winter ones more this time around. Primarily because I want to know the history behind all of the sports. Most of them are so foreign to me.

I will set up a Shelfari. I saw it on your page and was like "I should do that." You are now my motivation. :)