Friday, December 31, 2010

Kaiser Santa Rosa Birth Center Tour

Tour of labor & deliver, postpartum and intensive care nursery at the Kaiser Permanente hospital in Santa Rosa.



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b94643mfnds&hl=en

Thursday, December 30, 2010

AWESOME Beginners Guide to Setting Up a Garden! (Part 4 of 4)

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCY3-boqrOA&hl=en

Wednesday, December 29, 2010

Introduction to Paraglider Thermalling

Paragliding is the art of flying an un-powered soft wing which is held in shape by ram-air pressure. Paragliders can be launched from hillsides, the sides or tops of mountains, towed aloft by a vehicle, winch or boat, or dropped from a slow moving aircraft or balloon using a D-Bagging launch.

As a Paraglider pilot, the long term goal is to progress to cross country flying. Cross country flights are achieved by finding and using thermals to gain height and continue the flight.

The term "thermal" is given to a mostly invisible tower of air that is rising from the earths surface. Warm air tends to rise, so when a patch of air is heated, it rises through the cooler surrounding air resulting in a thermal column or bubble. This skyward motion of the thermic activity is captured by a Paraglider and used to gain height. Finding new thermals quickly and maintaining a good altitude makes XC easy.

Thermals gather speed, strength and size as they gain altitude(until an inversion is reached). It follows that it is easier to ride a thermal near cloud-base than finding and catching one at low altitude. XC pilots need to constantly be on the lookout for thermal sources. Thermal sources change depending on the angle of the sun and the time of the day.

An example of what I mean is this: A hillside facing the sun late in the morning will be a good source of thermic activity. When that same hillside is in shadow late in the afternoon, it will be the source of sinking air known as catabatic flow. The opposite side of the same hill now the target of the strong afternoon sun, will be popping strong thermal activity. This major idea is transposed to many other potential thermal sources.

Here are the top places to find strong thermals.

1. As described earlier, the sunny side of a hill or mountain.

2. A patch of rocks or dark dirt in an otherwise vegetated area will work well in the afternoon after it has had time to build up heat.

3. Roads (and passing cars can be the trigger)

4. Dark colored roofs and groups of buildings are often productive.

5. Light colored terrain (especially when surrounded by dark lush vegetated terrain) an exception is dark colored dried cotton fields which produce powerful thermic activity.

6. Ridges of hills are a good source of afternoon thermals.

7. Dense vegetation such as trees or a forest supplies good thermic activity lat in the afternoon when the surrounding air has cooled.

8. Magic lift is the less defined lift which just happens. This can be caused by several source of airflow being combined and forced upwards by geographical constraints.

Always keep in mind that thermals need a source of heat and also a point to release from. Some sources offer both functions while others such as a field of dry grass, needs a trigger point such as an adjacent line of trees, a tractor moving across it and so on. Depending on the atmospheric conditions, thermals result in cloud formation. This makes the thermals easier to find.

When we have found and entered a thermal, the next black art is to stay in it. More on that another day.

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Looking For a Nursery Glider? Here Are 3 of The Top Baby Furniture Gliders

Have you been looking on the Internet for the perfect nursery glider that will magically soothe your fussy baby anytime? Wouldn't that be lovely! There are some pretty amazing gliders out there but as comforting as they are, they may require your help in calming your little one. So, this special chair must be comfortable for you.

First and foremost, you are going to want a glider that has a smooth gliding motion without any squeaks since you won't want that irritating noise to wake the baby once you get him or her to sleep. The glider rocking chair should be comfortable. Cushions should be supportive and feel good when you sit on them. No scratchy materials please.

You should be able to feed your baby without causing cramping or aches and pains in your arms, shoulders or neck. It would be nice if the glider looked nice too and matched the rest of your nursery. Maybe you envision the cute pink and white gingham for your new baby girl. This brings back fond memories of when you were a girl. Whatever your reason, there is a baby furniture glider that when you see it, you will know this is the one for you!

Here are 3 of the top rated gliders:

Shermag Glider and Ottoman-Great glider for the price and it's recommended by Baby Bargains. Lot's of folks found this glider easy to assemble and when it comes to gliding....it was smooth sailing. Go for the thicker cushions, they are definitely worth the price. This chair has a generous seating area so it's good for larger people. A few reviews on this said that the shipping boxes are flimsy so check the glider and ottoman carefully when you receive it to make sure there is no damage.

Dutailier Ultramotion Sleigh Glider-Buy this chair if you want total comfort and quiet, smooth gliding. Also, it's recommended to pay a little extra for a the reclining function. You can even pick your perfect fabric and colors too. Extra thick padded seats along with the superior lumbar support (no achy back) makes this chair a top contender for best baby furniture glider. They do cost a bit more but definitely worth it. One mom said that she has used it every day and was glad to have spent the extra money on such a valuable chair. The choices available for fabrics and finishes are amazing. You can match the rest of your nursery furniture easily.

Storkcraft Hoop Glider and Ottoman-In a nutshell this chair is affordable and it looks nice. That is what many moms have said about this chair. It is one of the least expensive baby furniture gliders and it has its good points. It's easy to assemble and the back cushion is comfy. Storage pouches on the side are convenient and good for keeping necessities close at hand. Some commented that the seat cushion was a little thin and not too comfortable and after long-term repeated use, squeaking was an issue for some. All in all a good chair for the price.

Choose your baby glider with care since you will be spending hours feeding and calming your baby. Above all else this chair has to be comfortable and quiet. It's nice if it's pretty and matches your other furniture and hopefully it's easy to assemble.

Monday, December 27, 2010

Misshin - Nursery Crimes

Yes Misshin! This absolute banger comes from the lovely Misshin from New Zealand ladies and gentleman! I f*cking love the sample and the complete filth, that is the drop. hope you do to! for more tunes check Misshin out on soundcloud soundcloud.com



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fsvPoZ_NETo&hl=en

Sunday, December 26, 2010

Everything You Really Need To Know About Fitting A Ceiling Mounted Curtain Track

"Well fitting a ceiling mounted curtain track, most peoples worst
nightmare. It need not give you cold sweats and sleepless nights."

Like most things in life you just need someone to give you a few
pointers a simple plan of action. Follow my step by step guide and

you should not have to many problems.

So your ceiling mounted curtain track check list is...

What kind of curtain track hardware ?

What works and what does not ?

Corded or uncorded curtain track ?

Bay or straight window ?

What's your ceiling made of ?

How to fix your ceiling track securely ?

What kind of curtain track hardware are you going to use ?

You can fit curtain rods/poles to the ceiling, but to my mind they
never look right. I recommend you don't go down this road. Even if
the rod/pole looks great down at the local store. Double this advice
if fitting into a bay window.

So what does work, well the ever faithful curtain track, metal or
plastic. You can bend them to fit most shaped bay windows. The
neatest tracks are the ones that fit flush with your ceiling. Some
curtain track brackets make the track sit 1cm (1/2 inch) from the
ceiling leaving a gap.

So how can you tell the difference when buying a ceiling curtain
track

Well a good rule of thumb is to look at the curtain track
gliders. If they sit in a groove either under the track or a groove
on the back of the track, then you should be ok.

If the curtain track gliders are the large kind that sit on the front
of the track. Then curl over and under the track to the back then
these are not the best. This is because the glider needs a space
between the the track and your ceiling to move along when opening
and closing your curtains.

Corded curtain tracks "V" uncorded curtain tracks ?

Corded tracks are great on straight tracks, but not so good on bay
windows (regardless to what it says on the packaging). Why is that
you say, well when you bend a corded curtain track into a bay. The
cords rub against the bends. The tighter the bend the worse it
gets.

On a straight corded track your cords sit loosely in the channel on
the back of your track. When the cord moves it does not create
much friction.

On bays the cord rubs a lot on each bend creating a lot of friction.
The more bends the worse it gets.

So am I saying don't buy a corded bay track ?

No what I am saying is be aware and if the still want one then pick
one of the better quality ones, spend a bit more. Another important
point to consider is the weight of your curtains. If you ceiling
mounted curtain track is fixed to a not so great ceiling then be
careful.

More for bay windows but also for straight windows. When you pull
the cords to move your curtains it puts a strain on the end
brackets closest to the controls. Before long these brackets will
start to work loose.

The answer for a ceiling mount track is...

Have a custom made metal corded track in your bay using roller gliders.
Roller glider roll rather than being dragged as standard curtain
track gliders do. The only draw back these custom tracks can be a bit
pricey. Well worth it if you plan on staying in your home ten
years or more.

I recommend these for bays with 3 or more bends, or for very heavy
curtains.

What if the budget is a bit tight ?

Then use an uncorded curtain track and open and close your curtains
by means of "draw rods". These are rods that attach to the glider on
the opening edges of your curtains.

What's the point of draw rods. Well twofold really the first is on
tall windows they make opening and closing your curtains easier.
Secondly they keep the leading edges of your curtains clean.
because you don't have to touch them as often.

So that's it for what kind of ceiling mounted curtain track to buy
and why. I have other related articles on my website.

Saturday, December 25, 2010

Ab Circle Pro Vs Ab Rocket

Two of the most popular ab machines these days are the Ab Circle Pro and the Ab Rocket. Both have great infomercials and show many models and regular people who swear by them. But which is the better one for you? What are the differences between these 2 machines?

Price

Price is the first difference. The Ab Rocket costs around $100 while the Ab Circle Pro's full price is over $200 (you can get it for $14.95 for a trial, but the overall price is well over $200) so the AbRocket is about half the price of the AbCirclePro.

Which Body Part do they Work

The Ab Rocket works the abs and not any other body part. You can also work the waist with it, but the abs are the main body part. The Ab Circle Pro can work the abs and also the lower body by making a quick adjustment.

Convenience

Both of these machines can be folded and easily stored in your home.

How do they Work

The Ab Circle Pro provides a direct abs stimulation and also provides a cardio stimulation due to the rapid movements from side to side. The Ab Rocket helps you to do crunches better and so does not provide a cardio stimulation.

Which work better

These 2 machines have both good reviews and bad ones. It is difficult to know which will work better for you. Both have similar problems like a low resistance level, a tendency to break, and the fact that they're not suited to people of a certain height or weight.

Which Should You Get

Your guess is as good as mine. Both of the machines look great, but bear in mind that infomercials tend to stretch the truth. I recommend doing more research before making a decision.

Thursday, December 23, 2010

Marianne Faithfull - The Ballad of Lucy Jordan 1980

Marianne Faithfull - The Ballad of Lucy Jordan 1980 The morning sun touched lightly on the eyes of Lucy Jordan In a white suburban bedroom in a white suburban town As she lay there neath the covers dreaming of a thousand lovers Till the world turned to orange and the room went spinning round. At the age of thirty-seven she realised she'd never Ride through Paris in a sports car with the warm wind in her hair. So she let the phone keep ringing and she sat there softly singing Little nursery rhymes she'd memorised in her daddys easy chair. Her husband, he's off to work and the kids are off to school, And there are, oh, so many ways for her to spend the day. She could clean the house for hours or rearrange the flowers Or run naked through the shady street screaming all the way. At the age of thirty-seven she realised she'd never Ride through Paris in a sports car with the warm wind in her hair So she let the phone keep ringing as she sat there softly singing Pretty nursery rhymes she'd memorised in her daddys easy chair. The evening sun touched gently on the eyes of Lucy Jordan On the roof top where she climbed when all the laughter grew too loud And she bowed and curtsied to the man who reached and offered her his hand, And he led her down to the long white car that waited past the crowd. At the age of thirty-seven she knew she'd found forever As she rode along through Paris with the warm wind in her hair



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Ws6qeLIKFU&hl=en

Wednesday, December 22, 2010

Outdoor Wooden Swing Sets

Wooden swing sets come in many different sizes, with a variety of playground equipment on them. Depending on the size of your yard and what you are looking for, you may want a large playhouse structure or a smaller swing set.

These swing sets also come in a variety of styles. They vary from style to style as to the shape of them and to what is included in the set, to how many of each thing is included in the set.

Some sets are just swings. Most sets have at least a slide with them. The slide is usually at the end of the swing set and helps to stabilize the set. Some have a two seated glider at one end and a slide at the other end.

There are sets that attach to an outdoor playhouse and have have swings, bars to hang from, a net to climb on, a rope to swing from, and rings to swing from.

Most of these childrens playhouses have a fort as the central part of the swing set from which everything else is attached. The bigger wood swing sets have a fort with a canopy on top, a net to climb from the ground to the top of the fort, and a sandbox underneath the fort or on the ground extending out from the swing set, as well as the equipment mentioned above. These larger playhouse sets may also include more swings, a slide, and more play area inside the fort.

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

How Do I Approach Sex Toy Use For the First Time or If I am Inexperienced

Dildos are a little daunting when you first get them out of their packaging. Most companies don't give you a manual on how to use the sex toy you have just bought. They just presume that you knwo where to "stick it". This is unfortunate because unless you know what you are doing you cannot feel the true benefit of owning a sex toy. As a result I have decided to put together a guide here to help those who are approaching dildo use without much experience. It is not a step by step guide but will point you in the right direction.

1. Lubrication

Unlike a penis a dildo doesn't produce it's on lubricant so girls it very important to lubricate up. It is a common fallacy that a woman own natural lubricant will suffice, in fact quite often many materials of penetrative toys actually can absorb the women lubricant. Whenever a woman is using a penetrative toy it is vital that she uses a lot of lubricant. Remember most materials don't slide easily and if not properly lubricated can lead to unpleasant friction that may need to nasty soreness that can last for several days.

2. In the Mood For Love

You will feel discomfort if you try to use a sex toy before being suitably aroused. Take your time with the toy and work your way to arousal through stimulation of other erogenous zones. If you have a vibrating dildo for example; gently caress you clitoris using a gentle buzz setting to get yourself excited if not use your hands. You would't want a lover to jump right in and the same approach has to be applied to dildo use.

3. Take it easy

The first penetration should be taken very slowly and with deep breaths. Taking these long breaths allows blood to rush to the genitals that help them to engorge and relax. If you take short breaths or hold your breath it stops all of this taking place resulting tightness and tenderness. Once the dildo is inserted I would suggest leaving it in there for a moment to allow the body to get used to the feel of it and give the time for the body to relax properly. Remember you don't have to insert the entire dildo in (do what feels nice and comfortable). Some women like deep penetration and others more shallow insertion. Remember that it is your toy girls you are in control and play around with your dildo. Work out what feels nice. Lube yourself up around the genitals and your dildo then rub it against your lips and clitoris teasing yourself and then penetrate it really is a lot of fun.

4. Are We Having Fun Yet?

Do anything you want ladies. Insert the entire dildo or only half of it, put it deeper or shallower, enjoy fast or slow motions (tease yourself when you feel that you are close to climax, stop then count to thirty and begin pleasuring yourself again, let the anticipation build again, stop and repeat this a few times the resulting orgasm will be electric). Enjoy every moment of your play with your sex toy. I like to go deep and hard when I am hot and aroused.

In Conclusion

There is no hard and fast rule about dildo use and the key is to take you time and relax, have fun and listen to what your body is telling you. Remember girls practice makes perfect and the more you use your dildo the more you will understand your body and the greater the delights that will unfold.

Well ladies enjoy the ride but please note after that great orgasm you aren't finished. Always make sure that you clean you dildo with anti-bacterial soap and water, commercial sex toy cleaner or sterilize it (many dildo are now even dishwasher safe!). Then rinse you dildo and make sure it is properly dried. Then when your dildo is squeaky clean and dry, store in a dry and at room temperature. Then storing in a soft material in a drawer will be fine. Never use a faulty or damaged dildo because the genital tissue is very fragile and can be easily damaged by faulty dildo. Please girls enjoy your dildo they really are fun.

Monday, December 20, 2010

Wood Outdoor Rocking Chairs - Comfy Seating That Is Sure To Please

If it is wood outdoor rocking chairs that you are after then jumping online and browsing the online stores is the perfect way to find exactly what you're looking for.

A lawn or patio is a place to relax with family and having the perfect seating is important especially for those sunsets. A wood outdoor rocking chair adds to the setting, whether it is with a single chair or the bench chair. Cypress or Chippendale rocking chairs will give your patio an elegance while keeping the intimate appearance. The outdoor rocking chair will add to the wood patio furniture you already have by adding a bit of relaxation to the atmosphere.

Personal style is important when choosing the perfect wood outdoor rocking chair. Monetary resources will be a factor in the choice of chair whether it is a simple rocking chair or a glider any outdoor rocking chair will brighten up your style. If you prefer to have two rocking chairs with a table between them for the after work relaxation the resources are available. Romance of the double rocking chairs adds to the intimate style you already possess with the informal wood patio furniture.

The loveseat rocking chair is the perfect complement to the intimate patio. Add one of the wood patio tables for a place to set your drinks or as a footstool and the romantic setting will be perfect. The pieces are individually sold giving way to personal style and giving you the choice of having both a loveseat and individual chair. The double rocker style gives an individual back for each person without giving up the intimacy of a couple. The variety of wood and colors for the double rocker also help make the personal taste attainable.

The styles differ in slates as well whether you find the horizontal slat to be more comfortable than the vertical slate. The width of the slates also differs from a wider slate to the slate that is closer together. Comfort will determine the slate choice and is personal.

Whether it is your patio that needs the furniture or your front porch the styles exists for both. The front porch is often more intimate requiring the loveseat rocking chair or glider while the patio may need an individual seat with a table to place your drinks on.

Depth of the rocking chair is also personal comfort. If your comfort lies in leaning back in the chair to take a nap or gazing at the sky then the Rustic Low Back Rocking Chair may fit you better than the straighter porch rocker. The porch rocker adds a support to your back that you may find more comfortable to eating during a party than the lower back rocking chair.

Remember no matter what your personal style is and the limit of your finances the wood outdoor rocking chairs adds style and comfort to your patio or porch through the type of wood, the depth of the chair, and the accompanying furniture. The rocking chairs add to the wood patio furniture as a complement for a table or your basic patio chair.

Sunday, December 19, 2010

How To Graft A Fruit Tree

How to graft a fruit tree. Tired of that single-variety fruit tree in your yard? We show you how to graft it into a multi-variety fruit tree in a few easy steps. Top-work your fruit tree.



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qTtXmBVsolY&hl=en

Saturday, December 18, 2010

Preparing For Twins - The Top 10 Must Have Products For Twin Mothers

Preparing for twins can be a very exciting yet stressful and time-consuming process.  As a twin mother myself, I can assure you that the less stress you have during pregnancy, the happier you will be and the healthier your children will be.  I hope this article provides answers for expecting twin mothers on what supplies to have before the birth of their babies.

If you are fortunate like myself, your family and friends, will be overly generous with their baby shower gifts.  I was amazed by the amount of gifts I received at my shower.  Not only did I get virtually everything I needed for the infant stage, I received a great amount of stuff for the toddler stage as well. It is best to register for EVERYTHING and ANYTHING you will need and don't feel bad putting big ticket items on the registry.  Some things you will need two of, other things you will not.

The following is a list of the 10 most important things a twin mother will need.



Twin Stroller- I use my stroller everywhere I go and could not imagine life without it.  I would recommend that you get one that allows you to put both car seats in it.  The one I use has this feature and it makes loading and unloading the twins a breeze.  Another thing to consider is the size and compact ability of the stroller.  The one I use fits perfectly in my hatchback and folds and unfolds very quickly. This makes life a lot easier and is definitely something to consider. 

Car Seats-You are going to need these installed and tested before they will allow you to take your babies home.  As I mentioned about the stroller, I highly recommend you get car seats that can be used with your stroller.  The ones I have easily pop out of my backseat and I can have the twins loaded in the stroller in under a minute-- many times without waking them up. You will also need the 3 -in-1 car seats when your twins out grow their infant seats.  Even though these will not be used until your twins are a year old, I still highly recommend you register for these items or purchase them ahead of time!

Twin Crib/Cribs-As you will learn, sleep is the most important thing for your twin babies.  Investing in a quality twin crib or two single cribs will be the best decision you can make.  You will also want to make sure you have a quality mattress, mattress cover, and crib cushions. I also suggest buying a book about healthy sleeping habits for twins! You will thank me later; I promise!

Swings-At first I just had one, but after realizing how much the twins enjoyed it, I went out and got another one.  When purchasing a swing you will want to avoid buying the cheap models as most of them are not as sturdy and make a great deal of noise.  Another thing to consider is whether or not they run on batteries or electric.  The first swing I got ran on DD batteries and replacing them can get costly.  When I purchased the second swing I made sure to get one that ran on electric.  

Rocking Chair/Gliders-You will be using a rocking chair/glider a lot and it is nice to have two, one for the nursery and one for a room you spend a great deal of time in such as the living room.  I spend many hours a day in my gliders and the quality time with the babies is priceless.  

Breast Pump- Nursing twins is definitely not out of the question.  If you do choose this option, trust me you will be spending a ton of time breastfeeding and having the right equipment is essential. There are many breast pumps on the market, so make sure you do your research before purchasing. You will also need a twin-nursing pillow that will allow you to nurse both babies at the same time, which does become very necessary unless you want to spend your ENTIRE day feeding.

Diaper Bag-Your Diaper Bag will go with you everywhere you go.  Choose one that fits under your stroller and offers adequate room for everything you will need. There are many diaper bags on the market and they come in a variety of different sizes and styles. The one I have came with a matching bottle cooler and binkie holder. 

High Chairs--You will need High Chairs when your twins are 4-6 months in age. There are a ton of High Chairs on the market and choosing the best one really depends on the room you will be doing your feeding in. Just make sure the ones you choose are sturdy and provide adequate comfort for the twins.

Boppy Pillows--Highly popular for all babies and I use mine in so many ways I don't know what I would do without them. I would recommend getting an extra set so that you do not have to drag them from room to room. My twins love taking naps and eating in their bobby pillows.

Diapers--As a twin mother you will burn through 6,000+ diapers your first year. You are going to want to try a few different types until you determine which ones the twins prefer. Once you find the brand that works best---BUY ONLINE and you will save a ton of money, time and frustration. 

I know I had a ton of questions when I was expecting twins so please feel free to email me with any questions or concerns you may have.  I am a member in many online twin forums and have many twin mother friends with great advice and encouragement. 

Friday, December 17, 2010

Scarface School Play

When I was in the second grade our school did a play of Nursery Rhymes including Goldilocks and the Three Bears. One Mom complained the bears were too scary for her kid. I'd give anything to see that Mom attend this play.



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ya1QphrlTrI&hl=en

Thursday, December 16, 2010

Nursery Rhymes - Mary Had A Little Lamb

Nursery Rhymes - Mary Had A Little Lamb. Mary had a little lamb, Little lamb, little lamb, Mary had a little lamb, Its fleece was white as snow Everywhere that Mary went, Mary went, Mary went, Everywhere that Mary went The lamb was sure to go It followed her to school one day School one day, school one day It followed her to school one day Which was against the rules. It made the children laugh and play, Laugh and play, laugh and play, It made the children laugh and play To see the lamb at school And so the teacher turned it out, Turned it out, turned it out, And so the teacher turned it out, But still it lingered near "Why does the lamb love Mary so?" Love Mary so? Love Mary so? "Why does the lamb love Mary so?" The eager children cry "Why, Mary loves the lamb, you know." the lamb, you know, the lamb, you know "Why, Mary loves the lamb, you know." The teacher did reply



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_K9hFxSvDM&hl=en

Wednesday, December 15, 2010

Amish Rocking Chairs - A Tradition in Motherhood

Rocking chairs are one of the mainstays of traditional furniture. There is nothing like settling into one after a hot or long day of work and pulling up a cold drink. There is something relaxing, soothing and calming about the rocking motion. It allows your mind to drift. In fact it is one of the reasons why babies are so partial to them. The Amish have benefited from these calming and comforting chairs for generations and there has been some credit given to the Amish for the introductions of such chairs.

Today rocking chairs still present the picture of motherhood, relaxation, community, family and a simpler time. Rocking chairs have been the savior of many a new mother for pre-dawn feedings and a crying distraught child. It is an essential piece of furniture for any house with a new baby and a well built rocking chair is one that can be passed down generation to generation. Amish rocking chairs are known to be some of the best in the world.

There is nothing more relaxing then sitting back and gently rocking or grabbing a good book and sitting by the fire while reading during a stormy night. It is even traditional for the older generation to tell stories to children from a rocking chair with the children at their feet. Rocking chairs are also a porch mainstay piece. They are perfect for sitting and enjoying conversation with friends and family.

You can tell an Amish rocking chair by its design. It will have a contoured seat, a back support that is comfortable. Depending on the style these may be flattened or steam bent. They are usually made of oak and make use of mortise and tenon joints. This is what gives the chair it's durability during the years of frequent visitors, children, large families and multiple generations.

There are several different types of rocking chairs that are created by the Amish. You have the simple standard design, the double rocker, the glider and some rocking chairs that come with cushioned leather seats. They are constructed usually using oak, quarter sawn oak, hickory or cherry woods. There are several different styles that they come in so you are sure to find a design that matches your home's decor. Styles that hold some popularity are going to be Wheat sheaf, Arrow, Aspen and Mission styles. It is also designed to be an heirloom piece passed down from generation to generation to provide lasting relaxation and comfort to the family.

In fact there is nothing more able to place a slight smile on a mother's face than to know that she will be rocking her baby in the chair that she was rocked in and the chair that her mother before her was rocked in. This is something that can bring a real sense of comfort to new mothers sitting in a rocking chair and feeling the age and holding on to the knowledge that it has been used generation after generation and will continue to be used for more to come.

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Monday, December 13, 2010

Timeline For World War 2 - The Invasion of Normandy and D-Day

The Invasion of Normandy, also known as D-Day, may very well be one of the most well known dates on the timeline of World War 2. In fact, D-Day is what how we know the event of Allied forces invading and reclaiming Normandy, France. The Invasion of Normandy was known as Operation Overlord and actually ranged from 6 June 1944 to about mid-July of that same year. During this invasion, more than 156,000 Allied troops arrived via the sea through the English Channel from the United Kingdom.

The United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Free French commandos, along with a few others eventually, participated in the storming of Normandy. The battle began with both glider and parachute landings during the night, air attacks, and naval bombardments followed by an early morning amphibious landing. An amphibious landing refers to troops rushing to the beaches from boats a short distance from the shore.

More than 6,900 vessels were involved in the D-Day events which would ultimately secure the downfall of Nazi Germany. There were many Allied preparations made especially for this battle, including specially armored vehicles designed just for these purposes. Some of these vehicles include the Duplex Driver Sherman tanks, which could "swim", the Churchill Crocodile flame throwing tanks, road-laying tanks, bridge-laying tanks, mine-clearing tanks, and the armored vehicle.

Just prior to the D-Day events, or even on the day itself, there were several leaks which may have given the Germans a heads up to what was about to unfold. However, the Germans did not take many of these leaks seriously, which caused them to wait too long before moving extra units and troops in to help fend off the Allies, which aided in their success.

Sunday, December 12, 2010

The Doors - The Soft Parade

The Doors were an American rock band formed in 1965 in Los Angeles, California by vocalist Jim Morrison, keyboardist Ray Manzarek, drummer John Densmore, and guitarist Robby Krieger. They are considered a controversial and influential band, due mostly to Morrison's cryptic lyrics and unpredictable stage persona. After Morrison's death on July 3, 1971, the remaining members continued as a threesome until disbanding in 1973. Despite a career that barely totaled eight years, The Doors still enjoy a huge cult following as well as status in the mainstream music industry as being hugely influential and original. According to the RIAA, they have sold over 32.5 million albums in the US alone. ________________________________________ I am troubled Immeasurably By your eyes By your eyes I am struck By the feather Of your soft Reply The sound of glass Speaks quick Disdain And conceals What your eyes fight To explain When I was back there in seminary school There was a person there Who put forth the proposition That you can petition the Lord with prayer Petition the Lord with prayer Petition the Lord with prayer You cannot petition the Lord with prayer! Can you give me sanctuary? I must find a place to hide, A place for me to hide. Can you find me soft asylum? I can't make it anymore The Man is at the door. Peppermint, miniskirts, chocolate candy, Champion sax and a girl named Sandy There's only four ways to get unraveled — One is to sleep and the other is travel at dawn. One is a ...



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Saturday, December 11, 2010

Happy Mother's Day from The GiggleBellies!

Visit www.GiggleBellies.com to buy our multiple award winning childrens music DVD titled "The GiggleBellies Musical Adventures"!! Perfect for a little break for MOM to keep the little one's captivated ! For more information Please visit www.TheGiggleBellies.com Animation by 3D Magic Factory of Austin, Texas www.3DMagicFactory.com All copyrights reserved by 3D Magic Factory LLC



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Friday, December 10, 2010

Peter Pan (2003) Part 11

In stifling Edwardian London, Wendy Darling mesmerizes her brothers every night with bedtime tales of swordplay, swashbuckling and the fearsome Captain Hook. But the children become the heroes of an even greater story, when Peter Pan flies into their nursery one night and leads them over moonlit rooftops through a galaxy of stars and to the lush jungles of Neverland. Wendy and her brothers join Peter and the Lost Boys in an exhilarating life--free of grown-up rules--while also facing the inevitable showdown with Hook and his bloodthirsty pirates.



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Wednesday, December 8, 2010

Arabic Numbers 1-10 Children's Counting Video: Little Thinking Minds

Full length children's dvd at www.Syraj.com. Raise Your Children Fluent in Arabic. Essentials for your Arabic Library. Arabic Toddler Dvds, Arabic Songs for Kids, Arabic Picture Books and More. Arabic Numbers 1-10: Arabic Children's DVD: Counting. A playful and interactive introduction to Arabic numbers 1-10. Exposes little ones to the concept of counting and reinforces numbers recognition through repetition, songs and our usual medley of animation, puppet skits and nursery rhymes. Children's Arabic Toddler DVD. An original Arabic DVD series similar to Baby Einstein. Cartoon animation, music and entertainment focused on teaching Arabic to babies 6 months to 5 years of age. An absolute must for parents of young children who want to raise them fluent in Arabic. The Little Thinking Minds team is back with their fourth film to introduce your little ones to Numbers and a solid foundation for mathematics in the future. Cute kids, happy songs, and color animation make this film a valuable addition to your essential Arabic library. The video contains original score composed by Arab musicians employing Arabic instruments and rhythms. LTM is similar in it's delivery to Baby Einstein Arabic. It is not a Disney product but is authentically Arab in it's design, creation, and production.



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Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Lucky Star Vocaloid Suite (Konata Vocals)

I found this randomly while searching for other Nico Nico Douga songs and wanted to do an AMV to it since the only Lucky Star Kumikyoku is the Vocaloid suite. The difference is that this one has actual words. As far as I can tell, Konata is singing about Lucky Star, but sings about herself for the most part. I don't know where any lyrics to this is, or any translation of what she's saying as I found this randomly, not on the actual Nico Douga site. That being said, I don't know who to credit the singing to, either. All I know is that it's most likely someone from Nico Douga. THIS IS PURELY FANMADE AND HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE ANIME/MUSICAL ARTIST!!!!!!!! Here is the playlist: -Agent Goes at Midnight - IDOLM@STER -Hare Hare Yukai -The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya -Stops at the affected area and immediately dissolves - Lunatic Udongein - IOSYS(Touhou Project) -nowhere - MADLAX -Fangs of Critias - Yu-Gi-Oh! -GONG - Super Robot Wars Alpha 3 -Forest Maze - Super Mario RPG -Butter-Fly - Digimon Adventure - Makka na Chikai - Busou Renkin -Can't Beat Air Man -Courage vs Willpower - Prince of Tennis Musical Uninstall - Bokurano -Tori no Uta - AIR -you - Higurashi no Naku koroni -Marisa Stole The Precious Thing - IOSYS(Touhou Project) -Wily's stage1(Okkusenman) - MEGAMAN 2 -God knows - The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya -Motteke! Sailor Fuku - Lucky Star -Figyu@mate - Gatcha Gatcha Cute Figyu@mate -Sousei no Aquarion - Sousei no Aquarion -Futari no Moji Pittan - Moji Pittan ...



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Monday, December 6, 2010

Hawaii - Oahu Ultralight Flights - A Great Vacation and Travel Destination

If you really want to see Oahu then the best way to do so is from the sky! There is nothing like seeing the coast of Hawaii from a powered hang glider. You can fly right over the water and see hidden spots along the beach or you can check out some ocean wildlife while you are at it. You will be able to see the amazing cliffs and feel freer than ever.

The ultralight flights in Oahu are sometimes called trikes and there are several companies that will take you out. Ultralight flights are safer than hang gliding because they have a motor on them. There are two seats and an instructor goes up with you to teach you how to fly. So not only will you learn how to fly an ultralight but you will also get some amazing views to remember forever of your Hawaii vacation.

You might think that having a lesson in ultralight flying will make your trip less enjoyable, however that is to the case at all. The instructor will guide you and only give you as much control as you are comfortable having. Then, you will be able to relax a bit and look out over Oahu and enjoy this beautiful place. It's one thing to take a helicopter tour and see the area from above, but it is a completely different feeling when you are flying over the land and water with the sun on your face and the breeze in your hair.

Check out the different Oahu companies offering ultralight tours and lessons. You will have fun, learn something new, and have memories that will last forever. If you have never done something like this before go ahead and take the opportunity because you will truly enjoy it and see Oahu like never before.

There is a website that has great information on USA Vacations and Unique Travel Spots Listed State By State and Season, the website is called: Seasonal Vacation Spots, and can be found at this URL: http://www.seasonalvacationspots.com

By Robert W. Benjamin

Sunday, December 5, 2010

Russian Girls put the Booty Up?

Check out the new: PhillyD.tv SFA Stuff Russian Girls Put the Booty Up (Pics): tinyurl.com Creepy Nursery Rhyme (LOL): tinyurl.com Awesome Beat Box (AWSUM): tinyurl.com My song wit T-Pain (VLOG): tinyurl.com Stories: Pregnant Woman + a Bear: tinyurl.com Americans Happy w/ America?: tinyurl.com Creepy New Station: tinyurl.com High Voltage Called Un-Realistic lol: tinyurl.com Madden 2010 cover Released: tinyurl.com



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Saturday, December 4, 2010

Outdoor Benches

Outdoor benches are the perfect way to sit back and relax while outdoors. Outdoor benches are available in a variety of colors and sizes depending on your specific needs. Whether you are looking into purchasing a new outdoor bench or looking to remodel a previously owned one you can be sure you are purchasing an outdoor accessory that will bring both comfort and relaxation.

There are many different types of benches available to purchase that are categorized by the building style. There are outdoor benches available in backless, garden, glider, kids, park, personalized, picnic, potting, memorial, storage, teak, and tree. Now with that many options available deciding on which outdoor bench to purchase can be a tough one. If you are looking for a more common style of bench park benches and personalized benches are the way to go. If you are looking for an outdoor bench that will help you relax a little more take a look at glider benches. They have the ability to rock back and forth while the bench's base stays firm.

If you are looking to honor the memory of a special person take a look at what memorial benches have to offer. They come in many different sizes and styles and can be engraved with a special message to remember how that loved one affected your life.

If you are into gardening but prefer your plants to be in a faster growing more nutritious potting soil look into how beneficial a potting bench would be for your garden. A potting bench is an outdoor bench that host all your potted plants while keeping them secure from damage they could receive from being on the edge of a window or laying low to the ground.

If you are looking to optimize your space and have a smaller outdoor area for a bench a storage bench might be what you need. Storage benches also come in many different sizes and colors. These benches give you the comfort of a place to sit while having a secure place to store your outdoor tools and items.

Friday, December 3, 2010

Thursday, December 2, 2010

Brad Paisley - He Didn't Have To Be with lyrics

Brad Paisley - He Didn't Have To Be with the lyrics this is both my first video and a sentimentally important song to me so be nice. that said creative criticism welcome



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Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Songs from Mother Goose: Part 5 of 9

Rhymes: -It's Raining, It's Pouring -Doctor Foster -Rain, Rain, Go Away -The Eency Weency Spider -See-Saw, Sacridaw A thunderstorm moves in on Mother Goose, prompting her to protect her down with a rather sheer parasol. By the time the rain stops, she hears London calling. This video leads into my upload "Peter Piper".



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Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Glider Thrill Rides

Think about this if you decide to visit a gliding club one day. Will you settle for a sedate float around the sky in a sailplane, or would you be happy to experience a little more? Print off this article and take it with you next time you go for a passenger flight at a gliding club! Use one of the suggestions to spice up the flight for you or one of your family members!

Here is a round-up of all the more exciting things you can ask for when going for a passenger ride in a glider. These ideas for thrill rides have been dredged up from many memories of my years as a gliding instructor. I realized my passengers and students had experienced a range of interesting little escapades. Particularly teenager passengers, they are usually game for a thrill ride of some kind!

Now I guess most of you reading this article have not actually taken a ride in a glider, or sailplane as they are sometimes called. These are the full-size planes I'm talking about, not hang-gliders! Gliding clubs are dotted across many countries, particularly in Europe, the U.S., Australia and South Africa. It's easy to contact a club and simply turn up on the weekend for a passenger flight. I won't go into prices since this varies a lot from country to country and even club to club. But the cost is very reasonable in most cases, for a 10 or 20 minute flight. Longer flights are possible if weather conditions are suitable.

Winch Launches

If you can, try to get a flight at a gliding club which uses winch-launching. Yes, gliders are actually winched into the sky on the end of a long cable. The winch is powered by a powerful motor, often a V8, and it pulls the glider up like a giant kite. Sometimes the cable breaks, but this is quite routine and simply results in a short flight and a bit of inconvenience for the ground crew! Come to think of it, this situation could be considered a thrill ride for an unsuspecting passenger! Firstly, the jolt when the wire snaps. Secondly, the fairly sudden nose-down movement of the glider as the pilot makes sure the airspeed stays up. Sudden but smooth.

Now, why are even normal winch launches thrilling? Because you go up like a fighter jet, that's why. The nose of the glider points skywards at an angle of 45 degrees or so, and you reach release altitude in less than 30 seconds. Even an experienced glider pilot tends to enjoy it time after time! I certainly did.

An even more thrilling form of launch is rarely done now-a-days. It was called a reflex launch. The tow rope, yes a rope not a wire or cable, had a bit of stretch in it. It was attached to the glider's release point at one end, and the other end was attached to a powerful car. A loop was laid out to set a certain amount of slack in the rope, before the car went charging off down the airstrip. TWANG. I remember seeing a Blanik L13 with 2 people on board lunge off the ground in maybe 3 meters (10 feet) and commence climbing like a home-sick angel. Ah those were the days.

Pushing The Envelope

By 'pushing the envelope' I mean flying an aircraft a little closer to its limits than usual!

Something to try that isn't too extreme, but still suitably thrilling for say, your mother or grandmother, is to ask for the pilot to throw in a few really steep turns. Gliders often need to do this anyway, to stay within the confines of narrow patches of rising air called thermals. OK, how steep? Try 60 or 70 degrees. That's pretty steep, it will seem like the glider is right over on its side. What's more, mild G-forces will start to tug at Granny's face while the glider is held in the turn, and the horizon spins past.

Now it's Dad's turn. Let's rough him up a little more than Granny! Ask the pilot to throw in a couple of stalls and spins. Here's what happens in a deliberate stall. The pilot slows the glider down by aiming the nose high and holding it there with back pressure on the joystick. But with no engine, the glider can't climb like this for very long. After a little while, everything goes deathly quiet as the airspeed drops below the stall-speed of the glider. Suddenly, the nose pitches down and Dad finds himself staring at the ground way below, and seemingly diving straight at it! The glider builds up speed again, very quickly, then the pilot carefully returns it to level flight again. Dad was taken by surprise, but thinks he might just enjoy the next one!

Next, the pilot performs a spin. Everything is the same as for the stall. EXCEPT, just before the nose drops this time, the pilot kicks in full rudder. The joystick is held right back against the stops. The poor glider just refuses to fly now. A wing drops, the nose drops, the ground is right there in front of Dad, spinning around and around and around. The altimeter winds down, Mum on the ground wonders what it will be like raising the kids on her own... But no problem. The pilot deftly stops the spinning and gently pulls the glider out of the resulting dive.

Now it's The Kid's turn. He's got a wide grin on his face. Give me everything Granny and Dad had, plus more please! The Kid is game for anything, so the instructor decides to go through as much of the basic aerobatic repertoire as altitude allows. Steep turns, stalls, spins, then wing-overs, loops, a slow roll, a stall turn. A bit more tame than what you might see a Pitts Special doing at an air-show, but The Kid loves every second of it.

A Few Odd Things

I just can't resist throwing in a couple of odd-ball things that I remember doing. Firstly, the fun exercise of tossing a complete toilet roll out the clear-vision panel of the glider. Then turning back to spot the unraveling streamer floating down through the air. What's the point? To chop it into bits of course, with the wing of the glider! Yes, such fun to fly back and forth, swooping through the streamer again and again until it's time to think about landing. I can imagine some passengers would see some fun in it too. Perhaps.

A little trick I used to demonstrate to my passengers from time to time was inspired by astronaut-training. Yes, really! The 2-seater glider used to have a microphone on a curly cord, plugged into the instrument panel. The passenger would be asked to extend their hand, with the mic resting on their palm. Then, after stoking the glider up to near it's maximum speed, I would suddenly pull up into a climb. What followed next was a demonstration of zero-G. That is, weightlessness. By easing the joystick forward in just the right way, I could get the microphone to rise up off the passenger's hand and hover there, weightless, for a few seconds! If it wasn't for the harnesses, the passenger and I would have floated around the cockpit too!

See if your friendly local gliding instructor would like to do something similar to these last two!

Conclusion

Everything described from here on is very safe when done with an experienced pilot. In fact, some things like steep turns and stalls form part of the standard training for glider pilots. So be game, and have a great time!

Sunday, November 28, 2010

Nursery Rhymes- Song- Lollipop Children Song

Nursery Rhymes- Song- Lollipop lollipop page www.squidoo.com Song from Fisherprice Little People



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Saturday, November 27, 2010

Nursery Rhymes - Volume 4

Watch fun filled animation of Nursery Rhymes for Kids. Click www.rajshri.com to watch more nursery rhymes.



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Friday, November 26, 2010

Flower Fairy || Nursery Gryme : : Preview

Flower Fairy || Nursery Gryme Produced, Recorded, Mastered by DUB FX Features Dub Fx & CAde Available from www.convoyunltd.com



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Thursday, November 25, 2010

A Typical Paraglider Pilot? No Such Thing!

Just what is a typical paraglider pilot? The short answer is 'there are none'. The slightly longer answer might be 'well, a lot of them seem to be guys in their 30s or 40s'. Surprised? Isn't paragliding one of those scary, risky, over-the-top activities in vogue with the young and daring? No, it isn't really, although there is some potential for danger as in any form of flying.

So don't expect to go to a paragliding location and find pilots fitting some sort of Extreme Sports stereotype. Being more of an aviation sport, and relatively cheap and easy to get into, paragliding does attract a wide variety of participants. You too could learn to paraglide and amaze your friends!

Europe is where it all started, and it is there that you are more likely to spot some interesting, umm, extremes in the sport. In that corner of the world, children's camps sometimes include paragliding as an activity! At the other end of the spectrum, there are many older pilots. That is, those well past retirement age! What better way to keep life interesting.

Heck, I've even seen a video clip of a dog going for a ride, clipped into a special doggy harness alongside the pilot. Wonder how much flying time a German Shepherd needs to log before going solo. Hey, don't laugh, paragliding is almost that easy!

Pilots From Many Angles

Just for fun, let's do a quick check of some possible categories for paraglider pilots.

Age is one, definitely. I've already mentioned how the very young to the very old can fly. Weight is another. Little men or slightly-built ladies flying their bottom-of-the-size-range XXS wings. Sounds like a shirt size doesn't it.. Right through to people of substance who are too much for anything but a tandem paraglider. Yes, a wing actually built for two. What else? Nationality of course, since this is a global sport. Although birthed in Europe, and most popular over there, every continent on the planet has its paragliding fanatics.

What about disability? Surely not! Oh yes, some companies are actively helping wheel-chair-bound people into the air. All it takes is a couple of working arms after all, to use the paraglider's brake toggles. Maybe just one more category, gender is an obvious one. As usual in flying sports, there are far more men than women in paragliding despite gender giving no special benefit for flying. If anything, women are quicker to pick up the required careful and precise style of using the controls.

That just about covers the main angles on the variety to be found in paragliding pilots. Now for some real examples, some specifics.

Age

Particularly in Europe, you can observe people in a wide range of age groups flying their paragliders. Even all the way back in 1994 there were some young pilots. In that year a 14 year old in Bulgaria became their youngest paraglider pilot. He had 29 flights to his credit at that tender age.

In Israel, paragliding has some history, starting with the Zoom Club pioneering efforts of Yair Shachar. He in turn taught a certain Baruch Gurwitz to fly, at the age of 70! In fact, in 1998 Baruch earned an entry in the Guinness Book of Records as the world's oldest paraglider pilot. He was 77. That record has not lasted though! Since then, a short film has been made about the exploits of a 79 year old Polish pilot. Miroslaw Dembinski produced the film, winning a prize in the Banff Mountain Film Festival.

Being a pilot is one thing, but of course age is even less of a barrier when you are only a passenger! I came across one paragliding school that recorded the names of two exceptional passengers. 95 year old Hannes Taugwalder for one, and also a certain Zoe Schmid, a little lady of 2 ½!

Weight

Just to give you some idea of the weight range available to paraglider pilots, here's a couple of real paraglider designs to illustrate. Firstly, the Nova Rookie wing is available in 5 different sizes. The smallest is the XXS. Extra extra small. Just right for a featherweight pilot, most likely female, who weighs in at 55 kilograms (about 120 pounds) ready to fly. That's right, that weight includes harness, helmet and any other gear she may be wearing.

At the other end of the scale, really large pilots can in fact use a tandem paraglider which is normally used for taking passengers. So, in theory, Big Bertha or Gigantic Joe who weighs 200 kilograms (about 440 pounds), could put on 10 kilograms (22 pounds) of flying gear and go for a gentle float in the Bio-Air Bi-Bio 42. This is a typical tandem paraglider.

Now for a bit of trivia. The biggest sports paraglider of all time was a one-off design with a 20 meter (66 feet) wingspan, used for filming a car commercial! This very special reinforced wing had to carry a whopping 600 kilograms (over 1300 pounds), after being dropped from a Lama heavy-lift helicopter. A real Audi A6 Allroad vehicle was filmed floating through the sky under this paraglider, against spectacular mountain scenery.

Nationality

These days, it's hard to think of a continent that has no paragliding activity. There are excellent schools and flying locations to be found all over the world. Also, I know that my paragliding website attracts visitors from more than 60 countries!

Paragliding is particularly well known and visible as a sport in England, France, Germany and South Korea. Of course there are others, but these 4 have stood out to me so far.

Disability

Organized paragliding for the disabled exists in the U.K., Australia, South Africa, the U.S. and probably quite a few other countries as well. Not surprisingly, tandem paragliders are used a lot in this area.

The English seem to have done a very good job of promoting paragliding for the disabled. Just look at the activities of Airways Airports, they are not hard to find! This company sometimes uses specially modified paragliding 'chariots' to give access to flying to a very wide range of disabled people.

Another notable company is Handiconcept, who provide a range of activities to the disabled, including paragliding. They operate from a Swiss Alpine resort and cater for both the physically and mentally handicapped.

Moving across to the U.S., an innovative company called Team Thor have set themselves up as a public charity. They cater for the physically handicapped in particular, and focus on coastal flying in tandem paragliders. Not just any old coastal flying, but the very impressive and well-known ridge-flying experience of Torrey Pines, on the Pacific coast.

Gender

Paragliding offers no barriers at all to female participants. The minor issue of very light weight, in some cases, is easily fixed by carrying ballast. Some of the bigger paragliding schools even offer paragliding courses specifically for women. An example is Peak to Peak Paragliding which operate out of Boulder, Colorado in the U.S.

Particularly in Europe, a select few women have reached the highest standards in the sport by becoming active competition pilots. Such is the participation rate over there, there are even women-only events on the CIVL sporting calendar. CIVL is an international body that governs aspects of paragliding and hang-gliding, like the FAI in general aviation.

Now for a quick mention of 2 notable women in paragliding. Firstly, Azar Mazru'ii Farahani from Iran is the director of the Women's Air Sports Federation of Tehran. A professional paragliding instructor, she glides through the air with the greatest of ease wearing traditional Islamic clothing. That's different.

Secondly, one of the U.K.'s top female pilots is Nicky Moss. She was good enough to win the women's event of the British Open Paragliding Championship when it was held in Àger, Spain. Not only that, Nicky also holds a British record in paragliding.

In Conclusion

Maybe you might never have the opportunity to become a professional pilot. But paragliding, even if only as a passenger, is surely within your reach!

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

ABC Song

Won't you sing with us? Come say "hi" at www.facebook.com Teaching tips, lyrics, activities and more at: supersimplesongs.com Watch this video on a loop www.youtube.com Song = The Alphabet Song (Learn It) Album = Super Simple Songs More simple songs for young learners, CDs, downloads, videos, activity ideas, and free worksheets available at www.supersimplesongs.com "Where Can I Get Super Simple Learning materials?" International Shop (All Countries) www.supersimplesongs.com 日本 (Japan): www.supersimplelearning.com 대한민국 (South Korea): bit.ly 中華民國 (Taiwan): bit.ly Polska (Poland): bit.ly España (Spain): bit.ly České Republice (Czech Republic): bit.ly Deutschland (Germany): bit.ly Chile: bit.ly



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Tuesday, November 23, 2010

A Mission Glider Vs An Adirondack Rocker

So you're in the market for some sort of rocking chair, but you don't know your Shaker from your Queen Anne, and what exactly is the difference between a rocker and a glider, anyway? When it comes to patio furniture, there can be a lot of terms thrown your way, and if you don't know what's what going in, you may end up with something you regret later on. Find out how two of the most popular patio chairs, the Mission Glider and the Adirondack Rocker, stack up against one another.

A rocker is like your average, run of the mill chair, with the exception of two curved pieces attached to the bottom of the chair legs that give the seat mobility within an arc shape. This motion has the user rocking back and forth from a centralized pivot point by using his or her feet to push off the ground and gain momentum. A definite negative when it comes to rocking chairs is the possibility of you or your furry friend receiving an unpleasant pinch to hands or paws. This might happen because at any given moment there is a portion of the rocking chair's base not flush with the ground. Rock one way, and a misplaced tail is in trouble.

A glider is in essence a souped up variation on the basic form of the rocking chair. Rather than operate on two base curves, a mission glider works on a suspension track operation, with metal hinge hardware. Rather than tilting forward one's body forward and back, the user remains sitting upright at all times. Instead, the seat glides back and forth, not up and down. Like the rocking chair, one's feet work to propel the seat into motion, but in this case, your feet will never leave the ground. Basically, it's easier to use and gentler overall on one's body. As an added bonus, there's not that same risk of being pinched because the base of a glider is fixed, and it's just the top portion of the seat which moves.

Also, unlike rockers, gliders often come with a swivel base feature, allowing the user to rotate 180 degrees in each direction. Imagine the convenience of more easily being able to reach for things or swivel to adjust for the right lighting. Plus, it can be a lifesaver for people with mobility issues. Finally, another way in which the mission glider one ups the Adirondack rocker is the footrest. A good many gliders have a matching ottoman which is made to work in sync with the gliding motion, so that you can elevate your feet but continue to rock. One of the few disadvantages to buying a glider is that they are heavier on average than a rocking chair and so might cost more to ship.

The Adirondack style does not point to a whole school of design, but rather to one specific chair form. The history of the Adirondack chair begins right around the same time as the mission style, when in 1903 Thomas Lee came upon the idea while vacationing with his family. Whereas the mission style is a product of the west coast of the United States, the Adirondack is an endeavor of the eastern US, the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York in particular. The style is characterized by a tall, slatted backrest, low, contoured seat and oversized wide armrests. Its popularity is so widespread that the Adirondack chair might be considered the quintessential outdoor seat.

The mission style is a revival of old nineteenth century Spanish missions in California. The structures and accompanying furniture are simple, rustic and clean, using mainly wood, adobe and stucco as building material. Generally speaking, a mission glider is more often made from wood than an Adirondack rocker, owing mainly to the manufacturers and operation of the rockers. Overall, the style is characterized as having straight lines and exposed joinery, giving it a clean and modern feel. Unlike the Adirondack, mission style defines a larger scope of design rather than the same specific, definable features for each individual piece.

Monday, November 22, 2010

World of Warcraft Bots - Should You Use the Glider Bot?

Should you use a bot in World of Warcraft? This article should hopefully enlighten you before making a decision.

Recently the creators of Warcraft, Blizzard Entertainment send out a huge ban on accounts that ran bots which resulted in thousands of players losing their accounts. Botting may help make the game easier but remember it is against the rules. If losing your account is something you don't mind risking then botting may be the right choice for you. Some bots have tried to counter Blizzard by using a program that checks if the Warden is being updated. The Warden is the program that Blizzard uses to see if you have any foreign programs (like a bot) loaded in the background of your computer memory. If the Warden updates then the bot is supposed to cut itself off. This sounds alright on the surface but once again is very risky.

If you use a bot be prepared to be banned eventually. There is only so much the creators of such programs can do to stay one step ahead of the game makers. Some botters have went the way of setting up two accounts, one to bot with and a main clean account just in case they get banned with the other. Isn't it just simpler to not bot?

But should you bot? That is entirely up to you. Some players feel that using bots in World of Warcraft makes no sense because they are going to get banned in the end anyways. Others love the thrill and do it anyways. There are many different reasons you would bot.

Some people bot to get to level 70 as fast as possible. This is the fastest way to put the heat on you as far as getting banned. Sure it may be faster but if you are going to lose the character in the end, why do it?

Other people use bots to get as many honor pieces as possible. This is another option and is probably less risky. You can simply stop after you get how many S1 and S2 pieces you want and move on.

Some people bot for gold in Warcraft. This is also less risky because you can transfer all the gold to your main character but it might look suspicious. If you go this route and end up getting banned on both accounts you would be highly upset.

In the end, using bots in World of Warcraft is a decision entirely up to you. If you are a risk taker then you probably should do it. If you are a clean and cautious player you probably shouldn't bot and should use a strategy guide you can purchase online instead. The decision is entirely up to you.

Sunday, November 21, 2010

Good Glider Rocking Chairs Aren't Hard to Find

The birth of an infant forces parents to make many decisions. Most of their decisions pertains safety and comfort of the baby. In addition, parents start considering ways to put their child to sleep hassle-free. This explains the reason why they end up buying glider rocking chairs for mum and newborn child. Usually, this seat is very comfortable and it has existed for many years. In other words, you have both modern and traditional rocking chairs that you could choose. Gliders are the modern styles and they are very reliable. They provide a very smooth movement as they have slides and hinges.

If you want this new age seat, all you have to do is pick the most appropriate type. You can order these chairs very quickly over the Internet. You need only search a website that does not only post product images. Look for one that posts product details, descriptions and reviews. Fortunately, the most suitable site would be Amazon. For those who never knew it, this popular web store is trustworthy. When you read reviews, you give yourself a chance to learn about a product from previous users.

For that reason, your shopping for a glider rocking chair becomes almost effortless. Before you can go shopping, there are considerations that would be necessary. First, consider the overall construction of the seat. You will be sitting on your chair daily as you nurse a child. You do not require a type with loose hinges, risky slides or even squeaky build. It should be very sturdy and the gliding motion has to be continuous. In other words, it should withstand a range of movement without sticking. You need to ensure that your seat does not have any signs of weakness so that it can serve you for a long time.

If it is shaky, then your little one cannot stand the noise it might produce. The main reason why parents look for these gliding seats is to aid baby sleep. This style will produce noises when you sit or get up from your seat. If you order this type today, you should return it, as it cannot help your baby to sleep peacefully. Look for brands that have a good reputation and it is easy to discover by reading product reviews. Another factor to consider is the ease of use. As you sit on it, you will be soothing a crying or a hungry infant. As you get up to put baby in bed, you will not want to wake him or her up.

Some babies are stubborn and will wake up quickly in case they sense mom is about to get up from the gliding bench. Be sure to choose a style that helps you sit down and stand up easily. For added comfort, order an upholstered style because it has special cushions. These new chairs have pads at the time of buying, unlike traditional hardwood rocking chairs. You may want to consider the ease of keeping the cushions clean all the times. Some of these have removable pads for easy cleaning. Look for these styles. In addition, you have an option of ordering a glider rocking chair with footrests, which some people do not prefer. You are different and that is why you might need footrests.

Saturday, November 20, 2010

Nico Nico Douga Medley (Keroro Gunso)

Original vid from Nicovideo.jp. I didn't made this one XD Based on: youtube.com Agent goes at midnight / THE IDOLM@STER Hare Hare Yukai / The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya Stops at the affected area and immediately dissolves - Lunatic Udongein / IOSYS(Touhou Project) Help me, ERINNNNNN!! / Beat Mario(Touhou Project) nowhere / MADLAX Fangs of Critias / Yu-Gi-Oh! GONG / SRW Alpha 3 Forest Maze / Super Mario RPG Butter-Fly / Digimon Adventure Makka na Chikai / Busou Renkin Can't Beat Air Man / sera(tetukuzuokiba [dot] com) Courage vs Willpower / Prince of Tennis Musical Uninstall / Bokurano Tori no Uta / AIR you / Higurashi no Naku koroni Marisa Stole The Precious Thing / IOSYS(Touhou Project) Wily's stage1(aka Okkusenman) / MEGAMAN 2 God knows... / The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya Motteke! Sailor Fuku / Lucky Star Figyu@mate / Gatcha Gatcha Cute Figyu@mate Sousei no Aquarion / Sousei no Aquarion Futari no Moji Pittan / Moji Pittan Tsuru Pettan / Silver Forest(Touhou) Super Mario World true my heart / Nursery Rhyme Kiss My Lips / Nursery Rhyme RODEO MACHINE/ HALFBY DRAGON QUEST FINAL FANTASY Figyu@mate / Gatcha Gatcha Cute Figyu@mate You are the Prince of Tennis/Prince of Tennis Musical Let's go Onmyoji/Shin Gouketsuji Ichizoku Sakura/Kousaku Yamada(Foo ver.)



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFW8hohfpPU&hl=en

Friday, November 19, 2010

Jeremy (1973) The Hourglass song (Blue Balloon)

Jeremy (1973) with Robby Benson Composed by Lee Holdridge I have a blue balloon, a happy tune Love enough to last me all through the afternoon I have a New York Times, fourteen dimes And explanations for the most profound nursery rhymes. Before the rivers run dry, Before the last sad goodbye Let us be kind to one another We can try. So don't just throw your love about It's not too late to find out Before the sand has all run out of the hour-glass. The carnival is here, the clowns appear Plastic painted people hold each other near Hopes are always high, they echo off the sky When it's over It's just the lonely sound of goodbye. Before the rivers run dry, Before the last sad goodbye Let us be kind to one another We can try. So don't just throw your love about It's not too late to find out Before the sand has all run out of the hour-glass. Too late to hide it now, it's all around us now Oh how I want you girl To lie beside me now. While there still is time and all my poems still rhyme Let me love you now, we can drink the good, good wine. Before the rivers run dry, Before the last sad goodbye Let us be kind to one another We can try. So don't just throw your love about You and me, had last find out, Before the sand has all run out of the hour-glass.



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKkiJ5knF7k&hl=en

Thursday, November 18, 2010

Stunt Kite Flying Tips For Beginners

A stunt kite can reach speeds of 100 miles per hour and create hundreds of pounds of pull. Being at the helm of that speed and power can be heady and exciting. However, it can also be dangerous, especially in the hands of a novice. While anyone can learn to stunt fly, there are some basics beginners need to learn first.

Setting Up For Success

For the beginner looking to purchase his or her first sport flyer, the most important characteristic to look for is the length of the line. A longer line, preferably 75 to 120 feet long, gives the flyer more time to respond. As with all kites, shorter lines make for faster soaring, which increases the challenges for the person on the ground trying to control it.

For a beginner, it is also useful to have a helper for the first couple launches. The helper should hold the stunt kite while the flyer unrolls the line, keeping the tension in the lines. Then the helper should give the glider a gentle lift into the air. Don't get frustrated if it takes several tries for a successful launch. Launching and gaining control from lift-off are among the most difficult skills for a new stunt flyer to master.

Choosing The Best Site For Kites

Some of the best tips for selecting flying sites for kites are obvious but bear repeating. Never fly near power lines or in thunderstorms. Never fly near trees, houses or over roads or highways. And never fly over a person or animal.

Stunt flyers should have a pre-launch checklist they go through before every launch. It involves looking for hazards in the immediate area, such as those mentioned above. It also involves checking the site for other kites and making sure there is sufficient space to back up.

Stunt Kite Steering Tips

There is nothing complicated about steering a sport glider. Like all kites, it can go left, right or straight. To go left, pull the left line. To go right, pull the right line. Keep turning in just one direction and eventually you'll fly in a circle. Just gliding back and forth, left and right, in a large figure eight is good practice for a novice flyer. To slow down, move toward the glider. To go faster, pull the handles in. To land, let it go out to the left or right to slow down and eventually fall to the ground.

There's no need to raise one's arms or to jerk them when steering. Upraised arms do not affect height or control but will make the flyers' arms tired. Jerking will likely cause it to jump around mid-air and eventually crash. Pulling is another reflex that can lead a beginner astray. The more one pulls on the lines, the more tension is increased and therefore the more power and speed there will be.

It's common for flying lines to end up twisted. This usually occurs after gliding in a circle, whether on purpose or accidentally. It's possible to put a dozen such twists in the line before it affects control. To untwist the lines, simply fly the glider back in the opposite direction from the way it flew to get twisted.

Stunt flying is as simple as that. However, it does take practice to turn those lefts and rights into a more dynamic flying pattern complete with controlled diving and soaring. Practice these basics over and over again while observing safe flying, and soon you'll have an awe-inspiring stunt flying performance.

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

IN THE NURSERY perform 'Deus Ex Machina' Angers 1988

Unseen footage of IN THE NURSERY performing 'Deus Ex Machina' in Angers 20th October 1988. Vintage multi-camera black & white recording. The venue was MPT Monplaisir. We had just played Strasbourg the night before and the days travel was well over 630km. Turned up late, but just in time to unload, soundcheck & perform. The Audience were fantastic, and the auditorium had a huge backdrop for our visuals and projections. Enjoy this rare gem from the ITN archives



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkHmPnqVlpU&hl=en

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Outdoor Canopy Swing Covers

Outdoor canopy swing covers are a valuable addition for your outdoor canopy swings. Outdoor canopy swings add comfort and elegance to your backyard. If the canopy swing is made of wood, it might require frequent polishing and termite treatment. In some cases, the swing cushions wear out quickly. In order to avoid these problems, the better idea is to purchase canopy swing covers. These are designed to fit any outdoor canopy swing. Outdoor canopy swing covers provide great protection from the sun, summer weather, and mildew.

Many different styles and varieties of outdoor canopy swing covers are offered for sale. Some outdoor canopy swing covers come with zippers and ties. Most of them feature embossed vinyl with PVC binding. Outdoor canopy swing covers made of polythene and breathable polyester fiber are durable. A wide array of color options is also available. With pre-made canopy swing covers, securing eyelets are provided to tie the cover. Weather-resistant acrylic fabric is another option for outdoor canopy swing covers. There is no need to cover the canopy swing, if the swing is rustproof. In this case, the canopy and swing cushion covers could be made with waterproof vinyl or PVC coated materials.

Outdoor canopy swing covers of virtually any size and color combination are available according to your choice. Most of the suppliers offer free shipping for the featured product. You can also find a wide range of selection in online stores at affordable prices. This allows shoppers a chance to compare the rates offered by different companies. It is better to check several sites before making a final decision.

Monday, November 15, 2010

Reborn Instructional Videos - Painting with Genesis Heat Set Paints

All of these videos are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported license. This video was made by Kristin Englert, of Little Loves Nursery.



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQ0WYrKY7a4&hl=en

Sunday, November 14, 2010

Sugar Gliders, The Perfect Pocket Pet

If you have been thinking about getting a great small pet that is friendly, fun and entertaining then you should consider a sugar glider! Here is some great information about these cute little critters.

Sugar Gliders are marsupials which means that the babies are born extremely immature and then grow in a pouch on the mothers abdomen until they are mature enough to survive outside her body on their own.

The adult sugar gliders size is usually around 5-6 inches long with a weight of 4-6 ounces.

Between the wrist and the ankle, sugar gliders have a fur covered membrane called a patapium. To see an example of a sugar glider in flight visit http://www.LittlePawsPetClub.blogspot.com. By spreading out their hands and feet the sugar gliders patapium acts like a parachute allowing the sugar glider to float through the air.

Sugar gliders have large apposable toes on their hind feet which allows them to grip branches. This assists the sugar glider while gliding from limb to limb and while climbing. Sugar gliders second and third toes form a grooming comb which they can use to groom their fur.

Sugar gliders are extremely social and enjoy companionship. Because of this fact sugar gliders usually bond well with their owners. If you do not have a lot of time to spend with your sugar glider it is a good idea to keep more than one.

If you plan on keeping more than one sugar glider it is advisable to raise them together from a young age as it can be difficult introducing unaquainted adults.

Be sure to purchase an appropriate cage for your sugar glider. It is best to get the largest cage that you can afford to give your sugar gliders plenty of room.

Before purchasing a sugar glider as a pet, be sure to research their nutritional needs. Sugar gliders have some special dietary calcium requirements that are important to follow to keep your sugar glider in optimum health.

Sugar gliders are nocturnal animals, so if you plan on owning a sugar glider be prepared to have a pet that is most active during the night. Sugar gliders make a chainsaw like sound, so you may want to place their cage in an area where their talking does not disturb you while you sleep.

In spite of the fact that sugar gliders are nocturnal, they are usually happy to spend time with their owners during the day by sleeping in a pocket or pouch. Many sugar glider owners find this trait particularly charming and take their little sugar glider pocket pets with them everywhere they go.

Saturday, November 13, 2010

Rocker Glider a Must Have Baby Nursery Furniture

Birth of a child is one of the most cherished moments in life for anyone. Babies are god's gift to the parents. And hence every parent strives to give his or her child the best possible comforts of the world. A Rocker Glider is one such thing that every parent would like to have. Sitting on it and feeding the baby or just cuddling up with little one are things every parent wants to do. Slowly rocking this glider chair back and forth, humming a lullaby as the child relaxes in the parent's arm is a moment, which remains in one's memory for years to come.

Rocker Glider has slowly emerged as a MUST HAVE baby furniture. Smart craftsmen have managed to develop this nursery furniture so as to use it for multiple things. Even when the baby grows up and no longer needs it, one doesn't have to junk it away. It can be used as an easy rocking chair. Or it can be kept in your living room serving as a chair alongside your sofa or couch. Many of them are now available with a matching ottoman. Hence you can use the whole glider set as foot stool or even store spare blankets in the hollow ottoman. This ensures that you get maximum value from the hard earned money you spend.

There's a plethora of Rocker Glider varieties available in any furniture or baby store. It can have different types of cushions on it. For instance, one can get a rocker glider with leather or micro fiber made cushions. Leather can be also of different types ranging from soft, tender ones to hard and sturdy leathers. The arm rests could be a simple plain wooden one or could be thickly padded ones. If you can spend a little extra, you can get the cushion and the arm rest pads changed to match with other upholstery in the home.

One also needs to take care of this nursery furniture so that it remains in a usable condition for a long time. For instance, if the cushion cover is of leather, one has to be extra careful while feeding the baby. Dropping liquids or baby food on it or it can soil the finishing and can also make it stink if not cleaned properly. In this case, one should immediately clean the rocker glider with a soft cleansing liquid or soap so that it remains germ free and also has longer life. Some of recent rocker glider designs have detachable cushion or arm rests for ease of cleaning. If you don't prefer your baby wearing diapers all the time, then you have to ensure that the baby doesn't potty on it.

A little care will ensure that you can use the same Rocker Glider for more than one baby. It's small baby furniture but brings immense joy and happiness to home.