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Monday, 31 October 2016

Happy Halloween! - by Claudia

Hi, servus and happy Halloween, dear Calico Craft Parts friends!!!
I hope you are all enjoying this holiday as much as I am and are having a lot of fun!

This last Halloween-ish project of mine can also be seen as a celebration of late fall - with fog blurring one's vision, the first bit of snow in higher regions, with crows in the bare trees's branches and spiders looking for a cosy place inside the house and with darkness already setting in in the afternoon. Which makes me want to look for a warm and cosy place inside too and light some candles.

I have created a shadow frame - using one of Calico Craft Parts' alterable printers trays and some of their wonderful (and wide range of) autumnal and/or Halloween MDF pieces - and tried to capture what I love most about this time of the year.

Calico Craft Parts used:

- MDF Printers Tray Kit - Style 4
- Gothic Mansion Haunted House MDF Wood Shape - Style 4
- Flying Barn Owl MDF Wood Shape - Style 4
- Pair of Ravens on Branch MDF Wood Shape
- Sheet of Mini MDF Wood Birds - Crows & Ravens
- Spider MDF Wood Shape - Style 7

I kept the number of parts used and background techniques quite small so the lovely wood shapes and the papers and crackle of the background would be the stars of my make.

The printers tray was glued together using DecoArt matte Decou-page and then I added torn dictionary page pieces to it quite randomly. I tried not to work too neatly so the edges would still look torn and worn. I also added a thin coat of matte Decou-Page on top to seal the surface.

The wood shapes were dry brushed with DecoArt media black Gesso, so none of the beautiful detail would get lost!

Next I scraped on some white DecoArt media Crackle Paste here and there using a palette knife. I left it to air dry.

In the meantime I took a worn bristle brush and added strokes of a mix of black and white DecoArt media Gesso in some spots.

Once the white Crackle Paste had dried I applied a thin coat of DecoArt media carbon black Antiquing Cream. I heat dried the Antiquing Cream and then wiped off the excess using a damp soft cloth.

This way the cracks became more visible, the whole project was toned down and the black that had seaped into the tray's corners and edges formed a visual frame too.

I used the left over parts from the MDF plate the printers tray came in to stack all my wood shapes.

For my hanging device I drilled two holes into the tray's frame and fixed some rough string to it.

Thanks for stopping by
hugs and happy shopping and crafting

  1. Wow, I love it!! Die neutrale Farbgebung, zusammen mit den wenigen zufällig angeordneten crackle Efekten geben der 3D Shadow Box genau den richtigen Rahmen, die Zusammenstellung und das großartige Haunted House erinnert mich auch irgendwie an Harry Potter. Awesome!!!

    1. Vielen, herzlichen Dank, liebe Kerstin!
      Da du für mich ein großes Vorbild warst bei diesem Projekt und ich versucht habe, das umzusetzen, was mir an deinen Arbeiten immer so gut gefällt, freue ich mich natürlich besonders über ein Lob von dir! Ich kann's zwar nicht so spooky und verzaubert wie du, aber das ist ja auch gut so - deine Projekte sind immer ganz "DU! und das soll auch so sein und bleiben. Und meine sind halt auch immer irgendwie "ICH". lol

      Claudia xxx

  2. A fabulous Halloween-ish project Claudia, I love the look of the haunted house and the flying owl looks amazing! x

    1. Thanks, Anne! So glad you like it! That haunted house shape so cool, isn't it? I just needed to slap some Gesso on it - but it's one of my favourite Calico Craft Parts for now. ;)

      Claudia x

  3. Absolutely perfect for Halloween! This is such a brilliant composition, Claudia with the Halloween critters virtually swooping out of the frame toward us! I love the texty background too and those ragged edges! Great idea! You always inspire! xx

    1. Thank you very much, Julie Ann! Happy Halloween! xxx

  4. Simply magnificent, Claudia - this is the perfect Halloween shadow box. Love the collaged background, and the way you've altered the other elements is so clever - simple but really effective.
    Alison x

    1. Aw! Thank you very much, Alison! So glad you like my shadow box!
      Claudia x

  5. Yes it's brilliant! I knew it would be! Happy crafting, Angela x


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Why More Brands Should Take a Note from the Fabletics Extended Sizing Playbook

Fabletics is changing fashion industry standards and proving that beauty cannot be held to impossible standards.

The typical sizing structure is out and the new mantra for a body positive movement is currently riding high. Jenny McQuaile, a documentary filmmaker brings in her latest documentary Straight/Curve. It’s a powerful film with a powerful message, aired on 21st of June on EPIX. The conversation in the fashion industry is likely to change, hopefully putting an end to negative body image and to singling out the “plus size” industry by creating lines with more cohesive, inclusive dimensions in mind.

In With The New Beauty Standards

The film sends a powerful message to the fashion industry – You need to represent all women, not just the ones that our culture defines as typically appealing, setting new standards of beauty. About 90% of young women feel that designers are not representing them. Presently, the fashion industry is making them feel inferior. They feel that they are non-achievers, because of their bodies. But they will be silenced no more.

Ignored and Unrepresented

The plus size sections in retail outlets is typically a small space at the back of the store. The styles and number of dresses are limited; the trends are old and unattractive. The clothes are not featured in ads or in the shop window. Many designers are opposed to creating fashionable clothes in bigger sizes as some who are following this trend are receiving backlash from fans and industry leaders alike.

The ‘Ideal’ Size

They limited their best designs only for the ‘ideal’ sizes or ‘womens department’ sizes (0-16). In short, the fashion industry has been intentionally ignoring the extended size woman as she does not fit the definition of beauty that our culture is accustomed to, and therefore is not promoted as part of a line’s branding. Well, all this is about to change, and Fabletics is one fashion brand that’s leading the charge.

Fabletics Body Positivity Message

Fabletics is an active wear brand backed by celebrity, Kate Hudson. Fans have gone crazy lately after the brand recently started offering plus size clothing up to 3X sizes for their sport designs.

Fabletics is expanding into new territories with its extended sizing active wear. Earlier, the brand used to offer sport wear ranging from XXS to XXL. With the new spring line, the range extends more on both sides of the spectrum, from 1X to 3X. Customers are delighted, and why wouldn’t they be?

Normalizing New Beauty Standards

Fabletics is sending a clear and resounding message that women of any size and any type of body can be fit and look attractive. The oversized or undersized women need not feel a sense of rejection any more. They too can now access the brand’s leggings, their street wear or their sports wear. And more than that, Fabletics has also added ‘plus size’ models to their branding campaigns, normalizing this body type instead of placing into an ‘other’ category. This normalizing in media is critical to developing a sizing system and positive body image promotion for women of all shapes and sizes. Women want to see other women who look or are shaped similarly to themselves in advertisement so that these body types are not only normalized, but also defined within the realms of ‘beauty’.

The designs have been tweaked. They are specifically made for plus size women, not to be confused with scaled up, straight size wear. It’s stylish and affordable and makes women of all sizes and shapes a part of their brand community. Fabletics is aiming at making all women feel confident and comfortable in workout and lifestyle dresses. It’s inspiring all women to feel good about their bodies and the way they look.

Demi Lovato, Body Positivity Icon, Joins the Fabletics Team

Of course, Demi Lovato must be mentioned here. She’s done an amazing job of sending the body positivity message, constantly reminding you to love yourself. Her strongest statements so far, “ I’m more than a number and a jean size”. “Life is too short to worry about what others think!! Tell yourself you’re beautiful daily." Adding her to the Fabletics team has been key to extending this conversation about positive body image and creating a more inclusive

Leading Light

With Fabletics leading the way, we can now expect others to follow suit. It will change the way people think about what constitutes or represents the perfect or ideal body. The new body positivity movement aims at making every woman feel comfortable in her own skin, regardless of her body size.

Media Misrepresentation

The problem is not a simple one to solve. The media represents the ideal woman as the one represented as the ‘standard’ of beauty we are accustomed to seeing – tall, thin and, youthful. But beauty spans far more than the small spectrum of size, age and height that the fashion industry has focused on. A body is not bad or wrong or even ugly, just because it doesn’t have the ‘look’ the fashion industry advocates.

It’s up to designers and stylists and the entire fashion industry to offer a diversity of images and represent women of all sizes.

In the Spotlight

Many clothing retailers are now focusing on incorporating plus size fashion into the scope of their entire line, thanks to body positivity bloggers and of course, with Fabletics leading the way. The blogging revolution for plus size fashion was pioneered by famous bloggers like Marie Denee (The Curvy Fashionista), Chastity Garner (Garner Style) and many others advocating and mentoring the movement. Fabletics and others are setting the bar high for a diverse representation of fashion wear.

Shaking Things Up

The problem seems to be wholly with the fashion industry. It is attached to the fixated an old-fashioned view that high fashion is only for a small scope of women.

Catering to only a small section of the women population and ignoring the majority of plus sized women doesn’t make sense financially. Designers can actually profit far more by making fashionable clothes in bigger sizes.

Strange Conundrum

It is ironic to note that with most women in the United States fitting the plus size category are only able to access a sliver of the dress market (there are about 100 million plus size women in America). The average woman in America wears sizes between 16 and 18, says a Washington University research. There’s plenty of money that fashion houses can make here, but designers lack the imagination and are too fixated on current beauty standards to make the clothes for the majority of plus sized women. Most of them max out at 12 and the options are paltry, dated and few.

Changing Industry Standards is Key

In order to change industry standards, media coverage needs to be clear and intentional in including women of all sizes, ethnicities and ages to create a more cohesive ideal of beauty. Designers have been expanding sizes to create more inclusion, and this is also a key step. Women who wear sizes that aren’t in the current sizing system are being given the opportunity to showcase fashion made by designers who create clothes for all sizes, which is giving them the platform they need to demonstrate that fashion should be ubiquitous. Now the fashion industry needs to take a page out of Fabletics media efforts and start including women of all sizes in their advertising, runways, and in their designs to create a healthy perspective of beauty and an accessible view of fashion.

Inclusivity and Body Positivity Become a Factor in the Active Wear Industry

With its headquarters in California, Fabletics has its thumb on the pulse of the industry’s activewear styles. By expanding into extended sizes, Fabletics is inspiring women of all sizes to become active. In addition to plus sizes, the company is also making activewear that women will be excited to wear. If successful, other activewear brands could join the extended wear market, giving women more choices.

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Mainstream Media Coverage

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This is a page dedicated to GamerGate's often poor portrayal and reception in mainstream media.

Mainstream media at work

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Brianna Wu Interview, October 13, 2014 (First GamerGate TV mention)

Anita Sarkeesian Interview, October 19, 2014

Zoe Quinn Interview, October 20, 2014

Leigh Alexander & Eric Johnson Interview, October 21, 2014

MSNBC on #GamerGate Supporters October 21, 2014

Gaming Culture War with Evan Narcisse

GamerGate School Threats/Brianna Wu Interview

Behind the furor over #Gamergate, Brandon Griggs, October 16, 2014 (2)

Why #Gamergate won't die, David Weinberger, October 20, 2014 (2)

Behind the GamerGate Hashtag (a tweet but still)

Huffington Post Live

How The Media Covers GamerGate Part 1 Part 2 (interview with Georgina Young, Jessie Singal and Alexander Fitzpatrick; two parts)

Huffpost #GamerGate edition (interview with Brianna Wu, Fredrick Brennan and Erik Kain)

The Women of #GamerGate (Interview with Jennie Bharaj, Georgina Young and Jemma Morgan)

New York Times

Feminist Critics of Video Games Facing Threats in ‘GamerGate’ Campaign, Nick Wingfield, October 15, 2014

Intel Pulls Ads From Site After ‘Gamergate’ Boycott, Nick Wingfield, Ocober 2nd, 2014 (NYT Tech blog "Bits")

Washington Post

With #GamerGate, the video-game industry’s growing pains go viral, Sarah Kaplan, September 12, 2014 (2)

‘Gamergate’: Feminist video game critic Anita Sarkeesian cancels Utah lecture after threat, Soraya Nadia McDonald, October 15, 2014 (2)

The game industry’s top trade group just spoke out against Gamergate, Hayley Tsukayama, October 15, 2014 (blog post) (2)

The only guide to Gamergate you will ever need to read, Caitlin Dewey, October 14, 2014 (2)

More women play video games than boys, and other surprising facts lost in the mess of Gamergate, Drew Harwell, October 17, 2014 (blog post) (2)

Why is it taking so long to identify the anonymous Gamergate trolls?, Caitlin Dewey, October 17, 2014 (2)

Inside Gamergate’s (successful) attack on the media, Caitlin Dewey, October 20, 2014 (2)

Rape and death threats are terrorizing female gamers. Why haven’t men in tech spoken out?, Brianna Wu, October 20, 2014 (Post Everything with Brianna Wu) (2)

How some Gamergate supporters say the controversy could stop “in one week”, Hayley Tsukayama, October 24, 2014 (2)

GamerGate: 'Press must tackle misogyny,' says developer, Kevin Rawlinson & Leo Kelion, 14 October 2014 (2)

Feminist video-games talk cancelled after massacre threat, Leo Kelion, 15 October 2014 (2)

Twitter and the poisoning of online debate, Rory Cellan-Jones, 16 October 2014 (2)

BBC Radio GamerGate Segment 1 (starts at 19:01)

BBC Radio GamerGate Segment 2 (starts at 16:50)

BBC Radio GamerGate Segment 3 (starts at 12:30)

GamerGate 'must be condemned' - developer Zoe Quinn, Dave Lee & Dougal Shaw, 29 October 2014 (2)

The Colbert Report

The Colbert Report: Gamergate - Anita Sarkeesian

ABC (Australia)

Gamergate: when outsiders become the oppressors - The Drum, Jeff Sparrow, 4 September 2014 (subsidiary of ABC) (2)

#GamerGate: ABC Reporter Admits They Chose Harassment Angle Over Corruption, William Usher, November 16, 2014 (related)

GamerGate: Female gamers and developers threatened with rape, murder as online row rages, Pat McGrath, 19 November 2014 (2)

The Guardian (UK)

How to attack a woman who works in video gaming, Jenn Frank, 1 September 2014

Gamergate: the community is eating itself but there should be room for all, Keith Stuart, 3 September 2014

Zoe Quinn on Gamergate: 'We need a proper discussion about online hate mobs', Alex Hern, 12 September 2014

Female gamers: ‘The concept of gamers as a community was new to me – to all of us’, Jenn Frank (reiterates message of her September 1 article), 20 September 2014

The Emma Watson nude photos hoax shames our 'news' culture, James Ball (asserts that Gamergate originated from trolls), 24 September 2014

Gamergate's vicious right-wing swell means there can be no neutral stance, Jon Stone, 13 October 2014

Feminist games critic cancels talk after terror threat, Alex Hern, 15 October 2014

Lazy coverage of Gamergate is only feeding this abusive campaign, Alex Hern, 16 October 2014

Internal email shows guardian had mind made up on Gamergate, The Ralph Retort, 16 October 2014

Brianna Wu and the human cost of Gamergate: 'every woman I know in the industry is scared', Keith Stuart, 17 October 2014

10 things we learned this week, Aisha Gani (dubs GamerGate an "online harassment campaign" that "targets feminists talking about the games industry"), 17 October 2014

Gamergate: the internet is the toughest game in town – if you’re playing as a woman, Charlie Brooker, 20 October 2014

Gamergate is loud, dangerous and a last grasp at cultural dominance by angry white men, Jessica Valenti, 21 October 2014

Utah State University defends handling of threat to GamerGate critic Sarkeesian, Amanda Holpuch, 22 October 2014

Felicia Day's public details put online after she described Gamergate fears, Alex Hern, 23 October 2014

The Evil Within Review (see subsection #gamergate news), Nick Gillett, 25 October 2014

Open thread: how should brands respond to #GamerGate complaints?, Stuart Dredge, 27 October 2014

Why are some men so angry?, Jessica Valenti, 27 October 2014

In praise of (series)... Leigh Alexander, fighting back against Gamergate, Jemima Kiss, 7 November 2014

Political correctness really works! Sorry, conservatives, but science just said so, Oliver Burkeman (insults GamerGaters: "...sipping coffee flavored with the tears of #Gamergate supporters..." and links to Valenti's October 21 article), 13 November 2014

When everyone is a feminist, is anyone?, Jessica Valenti (appears tangential, but Jessica takes the opportunity to again push the narrative that GamerGate is about misogyny), 24 November 2014

The gaming journalist who tells on her internet trolls – to their mothers, Everett True, 28 November 2014 [makes mention of Gamergate and says it is linked to harassment]

Twitter unveils new system for reporting abuse, Amanda Holpuch (claims that GamerGate is abusive and "targeted feminist video game critics"), 2 December 2014

Zoe Quinn: 'All Gamergate has done is ruin people's lives', Keith Stuart, 3 December 2014

Grand Theft Auto 5: Kmart joins Target in pulling game from sale , Michael Safi (claims that GamerGate is a controversy "over a perceived culture of misogyny within the [video games] industry"), 4 December 2014

Rolling Stone threw a rape victim to the misogynist horde, Lindy West (asserts that GamerGate is involved in "publicly plotting blackmail and revenge on alleged rape victim Jackie"), 9 December 2014

No, we don't literally want to ban men. But 2014 was the year women got even, Jess Zimmerman, 16 December 2014

From hate to fellowship: how games festivals saved my year , Keith Stuart, 16 December 2014

Gamergate: Swedish gaming companies tackle sexism in video games , Bella Qvist, 19 December 2014

Liam Williams's guide to 2014 for hermits , Liam Williams, 20 December 2014

Heroes, villains and victories – the women who shaped 2014, Bim Adewunmi, 22 December 2014

Our favourite video game journalism of 2014, Keith Stuart, 23 December 2014

From Destiny to OlliOlli, the best games of 2014, Nathan Ditum, 29 December 2014

Listen up, women are telling their story now, Rebecca Solnit, 30 December 2014

This was the year sexist language declined and fell (and moved online), Naomi McAuliffe, 31 December 2014

From #BringBackOurGirls to #AlexfromTarget: 2014 in hashtags, Elena Cresci, 31 December 2014

Intel pledges $300m for diversity in the tech sector, Hannah Jane Parkinson, 7 January 2015

Twine: the program that’s democratised the video gaming world, Laura Hudson, 11 January 2015

Gamergate: a brief history of a computer-age war, Helen Lewis, 11 January 2015

Gamergate hits new low with attempts to send Swat teams to critics, Alex Hern, 13 January 2015

'Cultural Marxism': a uniting theory for rightwingers who love to play the victim, Jason Wilson, 19 January 2015

Gamergate targets launch anti-harassment network, Alex Hern, 19 January 2015

Putting the brakes on gender stereotyped advertising, Belinda Parmar, 20 January 2015

'Gamergate was inevitable': Rami Ismail on the state of the games industry, Keith Stuart, 21 January 2015

Wikipedia bans five editors from gender-related articles amid gamergate controversy, Alex Hern, 23 January 2015

Wikipedia votes to ban some editors from gender-related articles (amended version of the above article), Alex Hern, 23 January 2015

Frank Herbert’s Dune at 50 has life in it yet, Damien Walter, 30 January 2015

When will gamers understand that criticism isn't censorship?, Ria Jenkins, 30 January 2015

Green Left Weekly (Australia)

Video gamers on the feminist frontlines Jemma Nott (Talks about Anita Sarkeesian, Zoe Quinn and other harassment that have yet to be proven true), 1 November 2014 (2)

The Gaming Industry's Greatest Adversary Is Just Getting Started Sheelah Kolhatkar (once again about Anita Sarkessian and unverified harassment that is apparently being attributed to gamers and a mention of Gamergate at the end), 26 November 2014 (2)

#StopGamerGate2014 hashtag suggests internet is growing tired of GamerGate, Lauren O'Neil, 15 October 2014 4:01 PM (2)

CBC's report on #gamergate (if possible someone needs to find a better quality version of the provided link)

See also


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Saturday, November 9, 2013

"Why the hell would I kill this kid" One Canadian Veteran Remembers the Horror of War.

I have never been one to fully embrace Remembrance day. I find, oddly enough, there to be to much glorification of war within this day. Do not think me to be ungrateful or disrespectful to those who gave and give their lives, but I shudder and my insides wrench when I think of all that went into and makes up war. While I am thankful for the benefits and freedoms that we all share in, I struggle to embrace the idea that we gained these because of war. Could we not have done so without war?

On days like Remembrance day, we tend to become overly patriotic, as if being Canadian, American or British is what won us the war. As if being these things gained us some sort of right to be human, or worse, be winners of some sort of game. I can not emphasize enough that there are no winners in war.
We tend to think of other nationalities as the opposers, the enemy or those to be conquered. We tend to bunch all the Germans into the category of being those 'evil Nazi's'. While we are not the only ones guilty of this type of thinking, we all have the tendency to bunch a community, culture and/or nation into one category. On Remembrance day we remember the fallen soldiers, we recall the stories, and we honour the sacrifice. However, on Remembrance day we often forget that we are all human and that we all share in on this same humanity. On Remembrance day we must remember that all are children of God, including our enemies. We must love them and also remember them, for they hunger, thirst and bleed as we all do.

The following is an excerpt of an article from the National Post( Article)sharing a perspective I have not ever heard during this time of year, Remembrance Day. If you enjoy it please click the above link to continue reading the story.

"Why the hell would I kill this kid?": One Canadian Veteran Remembers the Horror of War

It is the strangest thing, Frank Johnson tells me, a memory he can’t shake because he can’t make sense of it, can’t understand why what happened to him on that long ago day in wartime Germany happened the way it did.
Here he was, you see, old Frankie Johnson — Johnny to his fighter pilot pals — shot to bits after being shot down over Germany on March 30, 1945. His back was busted, there was shrapnel in his right shin, a bullet in his left hip and he was bleeding from his forehead and covered in mud and blood and aircraft oil.
He was a “goddamn mess,” he says, and he didn’t really care whether he lived or died since he felt like he was already dying anyway. But a German farmer’s wife, some middle-aged lady, she cared whether he lived or died and she took a shot-up enemy fighter pilot who was dumped on her doorstep by two German soldiers and cleaned his wounds.
Washed his entire body like she was washing her own “goddamn son,” Mr. Johnson says, like it didn’t matter one slice that old Johnny boy had spent the war taking out “German targets” and killing God knows how many Germans along the way with his Hawker Typhoon fighter plane.

“What gets to me, what really gets to me,” Mr. Johnson thunders, in a voice made for radio even though he sold insurance for most of his post-war life, “is when people go on about the German people and how awful they were. Yes, there were the real Nazis and the Gestapo, and they were nasty pieces of work, but the ordinary Germans in the countryside were just like you and me — and I don’t think they really knew what the hell the war was about..........................


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6 April 2010

Spooky Singapore Skytrain

To enable me to catch my early flight back to Phnom Penh from Singapore I had to board the airport skytrain from Terminal 3 to Terminal 1.

It starts at 5am.

I was the only person catching it.

It was eerie. No one drives these trains, and no one was on it.

A little disturbing.

  1. Aw no, where did everyone disappear to? That is the strangest thing I've seen, isn't Singapore suppose to be packed!?!? lol

  2. Hi Deborah,

    Nice to see you again. : )

    Yes, Singapore is packed, but oddly enough not at the airport at 5am on the first skytrain off the rank!


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Thursday, January 7, 2010

Painting: Day 3

January 7, 2009

Painting: Day 3

I primed the bedroom today.
Total time: 3 hours

Tip: Pour a fair amount of paint into a medium container so you don't have to carry the entire paint pail around.
An ice cream bucket or large coffee can works really well.

Block in all corners and trim first.

Roller paint the walls and ceiling.

Hardwood floors are forgiving if you drip paint but only if you wipe it fairly soon.

To wipe up paint use an old rag and water.

After each painting day is over rinse out your brushes and....

Store them in some kind of bag.

This is the softie I designed for my sweet nephew Kai's birthday.

I named him Paul.
He is quite odd looking and I like that!

Wow this week went fast.

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  1. Happy New Year Camille! I LOVE the softee - adorable! I also love to paint walls. It's nice to see that I am not alone in this, as I think most people don't look forward to it. What color did you choose? Don't keep us in suspense!


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Monday, 23 March 2015

Congratulations to all band students on a wonderful Optimist performance!   We are proud of your performances both on and off the stage.

This week our band classes are back to normal.

Monday - Day 3 - All Grade 6's
                           - Grant Road Grade 7's and Grant Road Grade 8 Percussion
                           - no curiosity club

Tuesday Day 4 - Massey Grade 7's and 8's
                        - Grant Road Grade 6's
                        - Jazz Band

Wednesday Day 5 - Perry Gr, 6, 7, and 8 sectionals
                              - RCS Grade 6 sectionals
                              - Grant Road Grade 8 woodwinds and brass
                              -Jazz Band

Thursday Day 1 - Junior Winds
                            - Massey Grade 7 band
                           - Mcveety Grade 6, 7, and 8 sectionals

Fri. Day 2 - No Band for schools that have conferences

Monday, 16 March 2015

Optimist Week

Optimist Week!

Here is quick run down of the week.   We hope to see you out at the performances.  Students are reminded to wear their band t-shirt, dark pants, shoes and socks.   They are also reminded to have their names on their instrument cases and folders.

Tuesday March 17
Grade 7's meet at the Conexus Arts Center at 8:00a.m.,(MUST GET THERE ON THEIR OWN)
Grade 7's Perform at 9:00a.m., and are bussed back at 10:30a.m.

Wednesday March 18
Grant Road and Perry Grade 6's bussed to the Center of the Arts at 9:05a.m.
Perform at 10:45 a.m., bussed back at 12:15p.m.
*Bring a lunch

Thursday March 19
-Jazz Band meets at Conexus Arts Center at 8:00a.m. (MUST GET THEIR ON THEIR OWN)
Perform at 9:00a.m.   They will meet up with the Grade 8's and return to school with the Grade 8's at 12:45.  Bring a lunch.
-Grade 8's will be bussed at 9:45a.m.  They perform at 11:15.   They will return to school at 12:45.   They need a lunch.

Friday March 20
-Massey, McVeety, and RCS Grade 6's need to meet at the Center at 8:45.  (MUST GET THERE ON THEIR OWN)  They perform at 9:45.   They will be bussed back to school at 11:15.   Grade 6's who are in Junior Winds will stay and need to bring a lunch.
- Junior Winds students will be bussed at 11:15.   They need a lunch.   They perform at 1:30 and will be bussed back at 2:45p.m.

Thursday, 5 March 2015

- Grade8's are reminded to return permission forms
- All Band students are reminded to return Optimist forms
- Students wishing to purchase an Optimist picture are reminded to return the picture form

Dale Lonis was supposed to join us this past week.   He got snowed in.   He was in New York with a cancelled flight.  Unfortunately, he was not able to make it here to join us.

Students are reminded to practice!   Optimist Festival is very quickly approaching.

Grade 6 Band
This week the Grade 6's did not have full band and Grant Road did not have sectionals.   Those students who we did see worked on the details of our Optimist pieces.     All students are asked to work on their trouble sections.    Students who had their pieces learned well have moved on to O Canada.    This is found on page 47 of our blue book.

Grade 7 Band
We are working at putting the final details into our Optimist pieces.    The Grade 7's will be the first group of the festival.     They perform Tues. March 17 at 9:00 am.    Students will need to meet at the Conexus Arts Center at 8:00a.m.    Dress rehearsal will be Mon. March 16 at 1:30pm at Campbell.  This is a Day 3.

Grade 8 Band
We've begun work on our final pieces for the year, Soul Bossa Nova and Afterburn.  With Optimist fast approaching we will focus on Joy and Country Wildflowers for the next couple of weeks.  Our dress rehearsal will be during our regular band time on Friday, March 13th.   Our performance is on Thursday March 19th at 11:15 a.m..

Tuesday, 3 March 2015

Congratulations to all Jazz Band students on  a great performance at February Blues

-Grade 8's are reminded to get their trip forms handed in.  Payments online are now set up, parents are strongly encouraged to pay online.

Grade 6 Band
We are continuing to prepare for our Optimist Band Festival performances.    Grade 6's from Massey, RCS, and McVeety are working on Midnight Sky and Ayre and Dance.    Grade 6's from Grant Road and Perry are working on Highlands March and Two Canadian Folksongs.     Students should now know their personal problem spots and be concentrating on those.

We tend to do different things with each group and at each school.   This week this is what we did.

Massey - We learned a pentatonic scale.   We composed individually using a pentatonic scale and then put our compositions together to hear what it sounded like in harmony.   Students were asked to write 8 measures.   Please ask your child to play his or her composition for you - they sounded really neat!  We also worked on playing in different musical styles.

Perry - We played some of our compositions from the previous week.   We also worked on Concert F scale.   This is because the opening of Two Canadian is in that key signature.

McVeety - We are split into two groups here.   Brass students worked on lip slurs and using air.  Woodwinds worked on their chromatic scale, Concert Bb, Ab, F, and Eb scales and learned O Canada. All students learned a pentatonic scale.

RCS - We worked on different styles and we are working on developing our instrument ranges.  Students also learned a pentatonic scale, and worked on musical styles.

Grant Road - We worked on using more air, and following key signatures.   We have a few students stuck on a few notes and are working our way through fingering charts and key signatures.

Grade 7 Band
Our first rehearsal back after the break sounded a little rough!    This week we did a lot of reminding of things we have worked on.    These include our 8 measure phrases, dynamics and articulations.    Students were reminded to make sure instruments go home and get practiced!    Our two Optimist pieces are Song for Friends and Colliding Visions.    Grade 7's were also given another new piece this week called Swahili Folk Hymn.


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Archive for July, 2011

Holy Guacamole!

Wednesday, July 27th, 2011

Miss Sue came into the cooking class at summer camp just before the session started and said,” Boys and girls I have a surprise for you today.”

chef raquel makes guacamoleWith that Chef Raquel, stepped out from behind Miss Sue, saying, “Is everybody ready to learn how to make Guacamole? It’s a great summer dip you can prepare with your mom or dad or a grandparent.”

The “Can Dos” all clapped and called out, “We’re ready!”

Chef Raquel smiled, opened the door and said,”It just do happens I stopped by the senior center on my way here. Look who all volunteered to come and help all of you cut, slice and chop the ingredients for the Guacamole.”

With that the grandmas all came into the class! There was Grandma Maureen, Grandma Hattie, Grandma Frances and Grandma Sue. Each of the grandmas joined a group of “Can Dos” around their individual food prep tables.

“Hmmm,” said Chef Raquel, “What is the first thing we have to do before we start making our Guacamole dip?”

As usual, Orrie was the first to raise his hand and answered, “We have to wash our hands really well and then dry them with a paper towel before we handle the ingredients for the Guacamole.” Orrie led the group to the wash sinks in the room and everyone took turns washing up. Then they went back to their food prep tables.

Soon the room filled with the sounds of chopping and slicing and conversations about what they were making. Before long the Guacamole dip was ready and it was time for tasting. Chef Raquel passed around pita wedges and everyone sampled what they made.

A couple of the “Can Dos” liked the Guacamole so much they popped their tops!  Willie was so excited about the taste he yelled out, ” Holy Guacamole!”         Willie says Holy Guacamole

Here’s is Chef Raquel’s recipe for Guacamole, in case you want to make it at home for your family.

Additive Guacamole with Pita Wedges Serves 6

2 Haas avocados – peeled, pitted, and smashed

1 Haas avocado, peeled, pitted and medium diced

1 lime, zest and juiced

1 tsp. kosher salt

½ cup yellow onion, minced

3 tbs. chopped cilantro

2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced

1 clove garlic, minced

  1. In a medium bowl, have child mash the avocados, lime juice, and salt.  Add onion, cilantro, tomatoes, and garlic and cayenne pepper. Have him or her stir.
  2. Gently fold in diced avocado. Don’t not over mix or it will get too mushy.
  3. Refrigerate 1 hour for best flavor, or serve immediately with pita chips.
  4. For Homemade Pita Chips: Cut pita bread into 8 slices. Lay flat on a baking sheet.  Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper and dried oregano.
  5. Bake for 6-10 minutes at 400 degrees until golden. Allow to cool and serve with Guacamole.

The “Can Do” Kids Recycle

Saturday, July 23rd, 2011

The following guest post about the need to recycle comes from  Laura Scott, webmaster for the Toymaker of Williamsburg.

bottle to recycle“Bobby, why are you throwing that water bottle in the trash?You should always recycle plastic, glass, and paper products.”Maria said.

“Why Maria? It’s all trash. Who cares if I throw it away or recycle it,” said Bobby.

“Chipmunks and squirrels and birds care,” answered Maria. She continued saying, “Every time you recycle, you save a part of nature.”

“What? How does recycling do that, Maria?” asked Bobby.

“Everything that we use comes from something. Paper and wood products come from trees and most plastic comes from wood or oil. To get paper or plastic we need to cut down trees and those trees are home to chipmunks and squirrels and birds. But if we recycle, we can save some of those trees! If we recycle, people can use our trash to make something useful for someone else. Every time we recycle we save trees, and we save chipmunk and squirrel and bird homes.

Paper, cardboard, and bottles like that water bottle can be used to make things that people really need. All kinds of things can be made from recycled stuff.  When you recycle plastic, it can be used to make things like that fleece jacket you’re wearing or even a bench at the park. When you recycle paper, it can be used to make other paper products; you’re probably even using some at your house right now!”

“O wow, I had no idea, I think I’ll recycle this bottle.”

“That’s a great idea, Bobby,” Maria said.

Kathy Scraped Her Knee, Now She Has a Big Scab

Tuesday, July 19th, 2011

Kathy was standing outside the nurse’s office at summer camp waiting for Nurse Diane to look at her knee.

Just then Bobby walked by with some of the other campers. Bobby noticed  the big red spot on Kathy’s knee .

That thing on your knee really looks yucky, Kathy,” said Bobby.

Kathy has a hurt kneeKathy started to sniffle and answered, “I fell while jumping rope. I don’t understand. I never fall. I’m really good at jumping rope.”

Just then the door opened and Nurse Diane came out and said, “Why Kathy, what’s wrong? Did you fall and scrape your knee? Come inside and I will take a look at it and clean it up for you.”

Kathy followed Nurse Diane into the nurse’s office. Nurse Diane got some medicine out of the closet. She cleaned off the scrape and got ready to put the medicine on it when Kathy asked, “How come my knee isn’t bleeding like when I cut my finger? Bobby’s right, it looks yucky. What does it have on it?”

Nurse Diane smiled and said, “Your knee probably bled some when you fell, but not the way it would if you fell on a sharp edge and cut yourself. You didn’t cut your knee, you scraped your knee and now a scab is forming on it.”

Kathy looked confused and asked, “What’s a scab?” Nurse Diane answered saying, “A scab is how our body  protects our skin after we get a scrape by forming a hard crust over the area that is hurt and bleeding.  The scab lets the skin underneath heal.”

Kathy asked Nurse Diane how long the scab would stay on her knee. Nurse Diane told her it would fall off in a week or so and her knee would look as good as new.

Kathy smiled and thanked Nurse Diane. Just as she was leaving Nurse Diane called after her, “Remember Kathy, don’t pick that scab or you may get a scar on your knee. Let that scab sit there until  it comes off on its own and it will!”

Friday, July 15th, 2011

hector needs a gift for Father's DayHector heard on the news that the next day would be rainy. Uh-O he thought, now the camp picnic and games will be held in the gym at the community center. “Hmmm,” he said to himself, “What can I do to make the indoor picnic seem more like an outdoor picnic”?

He started walking around the house thinking, what does an outdoor picnic have that an indoor picnic doesn’t have?

Then it came to him…ants. That is what the indoor picnic wouldn’t have…ants. And that is when Hector decided to bring ants to the picnic.

He remembered seeing lots of ants on a log behind the garage. He grabbed an empty jar, a piece of cheesecloth from the kitchen drawer that had very tiny holes in it, and a rubber band to hold the cheesecloth in place. Out he went to the log. He scooped up a bunch of ants in the jar, quickly covered them with the cheesecloth that would let them breathe and fastened the rubber band over the top of the jar to hold the cheesecloth in place and keep the ants in the jar.

Hector was so proud of himself! He put the jar of ants in his knapsack for camp.

The weather man was right; it was raining very hard the next day. So, the counselors held the sack races and the egg on a spoon races and the ring toss games and ping pong in the gym. When the games were over, the counselors gave each group of campers a picnic blanket. The counselors told the camper groups  to each pick a section of the gym where they could lay the blanket down and sit on it while they ate their picnic lunch.

Just as Hector’s group got settled, Hector reached into his knapsack and took out the jar of ants. But before he could take off the rubber band and let the ants out of the jar a voice behind him said, “Hector, you let those ants loose in here and you will be in trouble.”

Hector turned around and there, right behind him was Coach Campbell. “What were you thinking,” asked Coach. “Don’t you know what will happen if you let those ants loose?  They will get in your friends’ food and they won’t be too happy with you, added Coach Campbell. “Also,” said coach, “What will happen to the ants? How will they find their way outside again”?

Hector looked surprised and said, “I never thought of it that way. I was just trying to make the indoor picnic more like an outdoor picnic. There are always ants at an outdoor picnic.”

Coach Campbell took Hector by the hand and they went outside together. The rain had stopped, but the ground was wet. They walked away from the gym until they found a place to let the ants go free.

Once the ants were free, they headed back to the gym. Coach Campbell reminded Hector that ants don’t belong inside, not even for a picnic.Ants belong outside where they can be free!

Home Again…Home Again!

Monday, July 11th, 2011

a passenger planeAs the plane touched down at “Can Do” Street airport Arthur J, Annie and Kathy looked at each other and said,”We’re home”!

When they looked out the window they saw their parents and friends waiting for them. All of a sudden they were no longer sad, just glad to be home! There was so much to share about their trip; all the things they saw and did on the cruise ship and in the ports they visited in Canada.

They ran up to their parents and hugged them. They even hugged their cousins and friends! It was so good to be home, back on “Can Do” Street. It seemed like they had been away from home a lot longer than 10 days!

Grandpa John announced that there was a little get together at the community center to welcome them home. So off they went, meeting up with their neighbors and classmates and sharing a wonderful lunch with them.

Arthur J, Annie and Kathy each got up and told a bit about their trip. Grandma Maureen promised to process the pictures she took and put them on display, at the community center, where all could see them by the following Saturday.

Just as Grandma Maureen was finishing her talk, Annie tugged her sleeve and pointed to Arthur J who was sound asleep, lying on the floor, his head on his suitcase.

Grandma smiled and announced, “It looks like we have a weary traveler that needs to go home. Traveling is wonderful, but coming home is the best”!


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Accommodation for spectators

You can use following webpages for contacting local hotels or hotels:

Camping - BK Sporthotel Roudnice nad Labem

Camping - Airport Roudnice nad Labem

  • World Championships visitors can use camping area on the Airport near the Roudnice nad Labem.
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  • visitors can use their own cars to reach the parking in Steti (areal Mondi Steti), shuttles will bring you to the venue from there !!!
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Map of the camp on the airport

Map of parking in Mondi areal in Steti


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Ibiza is a destination that attracts all kinds of people from all around the world and it is no wonder that this cosmopolitan nature is also reflected in the various businesses, shops and services here. Over the years, many cosmopolitan shops have settled on the island with a strong identity and unique products impossible to find elsewhere.

We will unveil the most interesting places to make your summer shopping and take back home exclusive designs and garments.

La Marina, Dalt Vila and Adlib fashion We have mentioned many times the wonders that are hidden among the narrow streets of the port district and the area of Dalt Vila, but you may not know that these are very attractive places for shopping. Among the myriad of bars and restaurants in the area you will find various boutique shops, each with its own style and a wide range of fashion and garments for all kinds of tastes.

In the port of Ibiza and its vicinity the vast majority of streets are restricted to traffic so that visitors can wander freely. One of the busiest spots is the Plaza Antoni Riquer where every evening there’s a colorful craft market that goes all the way inside the streets of La Marina. Here you will find all kinds of products, from handmade jewelry to classic souvenir shirts. If we continue walking these streets, around the Mercat Vell there are several iconic Adlib style boutiques, one of the most famous is Ad Libitum which has been open since the 70s and where you’ll find the fashion lines of legendary Ibizan designer Charo Ruiz. And as you continue exploring the port area and Dalt Vila you’ll see that this style is prevalent throughout these districts and is the perfect place for finding unique fashion and garments.

To finish off this small fashion tour, we recommend going to the nearby Paseo de Vara de Rey, where fashionable brands such as Ed Hardy and Custo have their own stores. The neighborhood is full with historical businesses like Bonet hat shop, open since 1916, or the legendary Jose Pascual ‘sanallons’ shop which for decades is the leading retailer to these typical Ibicenco baskets. In short, a very mixed neighborhood for doing unique shopping.

Santa Gertrudis Few countryside villages have so much charm as Santa Gertrudis, located right in the heart of the island. Here the rural atmosphere prevails and which attracts all kinds of people who enjoy the good weather in the lively village plaza. And despite receiving so many visits, this village still keeps the essence of yesteryear and the variety of new businesses that have been settling here in recent times gives it a very colorful touch.

Here there are many small boutiques such as Es Cucons, where you’ll find bohemian and chic fashion and accessories, as well as other shops like Te Cuero, specializing in the most original accessories and leather goods. Other establishments such as the auction house Casi Todo, since 1973, complete the site of this unique village.

And a few kilometers from Santa Gertrudis, on the roadside towards Ibiza Town, you will also find two of the most original shops on the island: Sluiz and Galería Elefante. Sluiz in particular is notable for the size of its premises and the vast amount of decor items and curious furniture you can find there. Fashion is also present in this shop where you can get all kinds of garments and accessories for stylish men and women. And finally nothing like trying any of its exotic delicacies in its food court. And across the road you’ll find Galeria Elefante where the colorful decor items and objects from all around the world are the protagonists of their huge display distributed in throughout a typical Ibicenco house. Such a small village never had so many options when going shopping.

Sant Rafel and the craft market To end this small shopping guide we want to take you to another of the lovely inland villages of Ibiza, in this case we are going to Sant Rafel where every Thursday during the summer, from 6pm to 11pm, many craftsmen set up their stalls to offer their best works and products. And in this village, declared of cultural interest for its ceramics production it is foreseeable to find a market of this kind where you can buy typical ceramic objects, souvenirs, and other typical products of the island.

Here you’ll find from master potters developing their clay objects to Ibizan craft spirits and homemade honey from Ibiza. The aim of this exhibition is to bring together the best authentic artisans of the island that under a strict quality criteria they can put their own stall and offer their craft products. It is for this reason that in this market you won’t find any imported or manufactured goods. Everything that is sold here is made with patience and the care of skilled hands.


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A Canadian president? Heaven forbid!

(Canscene) According to a recent poll, 51 percent of Canadians think we should sever our ties with the monarchy when Queen Elizabeth’s reign concludes. Respondents also showed little relish for Prince Charles as the Queen’s successor, but favoured Prince William.

That aside, who could Canadians expect as head of state in the event of Canada becoming a republic?

As we have witnessed recently in the United States, with George W. Bush’s ridiculous and damaging vetoes, and in Pakistan Musharraf’s reluctance to give up ties to the military a form of dictatorship is being exercised. One must never forget that Mussolini and Hitler were elected by their fellow citizens.

It would seem to me far more fitting for the continuance of the offices of governor general and provincial lieutenants governors than an elected president. Parliament and the Senate (if still around) would continue to fulfil their present roles, governed by the Constitution and unhampered by a GG’s own private political beliefs.

2 Responses to “A Canadian president? Heaven forbid!”

  1. Ace Alvarez Says:

    As a newsman for many years, I have followed developments in world political affairs, and, always, quite a number of presidents in countries with presidential form of government have abused such powers, among others, Ben, those which you have cited.

    Although living a comfortable life in the country of our birth, my wife and I decided to leave in 1990 if only to give our children the economic stability of a future life because of the on-and-off political unrest at our country of birth–which even a student of economics would know is the main contributory factor to economic failure.

    The Canadian governmental system works, so, I agree with you; we must keep it as it is!

    Ace Alvarez
    Managing Editor
    Manila Media Monitor
    Front Page Philippines TV

  2. ben viccari Says:

    Thanks Ace, for your comment. I don’t claim to be a prophet but coincidentally, I had written that piece before Musharaff began his crackdown

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Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Look of the Day: Smokey bronzed green

I've been meaning to do a look like this for some time now. It's basically a deep forest green on the lid and is then smoked out to a nice bronzed brown, with some gold/green along the lower lashline and liquid liner. Hope you like!

Monday, May 10, 2010

Beyonce Inspired: Winged Liner and Red Matte Lips

I've been blogging about Beyonce's new video for Why Don't You Love Me, and loved her makeup so much that I was inspired to do a look similar to her winged eyeliner and matte rid lips in the video... but I guess it's more wearable? Hope you like!

Seriously considering purchasing this overpriced nail polish

Kay so I just blogged about Beyonce's new video for Why Don't You Love Me, and I am absolutely OBSESSED with her bright turquoise nail polish. Due to my amazing investigative skills (aka I googled it), the nail polish that she's wearing is Chanel Nouvelle Vague, from their summer collection Les Pop-Up de Chanel. It's ridiculously overpriced... $23 each, but the colour is so gorgeous I just might have to splurge anyway.

Beyonce's new video for "Why Don't You Love Me?"

OMG Beyonce just took it to the next level!!!!!!! I am absolutely in love with her new video for Why Don't You Love Me. It's completely different from her normal music videos and yet she's still Sasha Fierce... sexy, yet classy. LOVE IT. And the makeup is absolutely gorgeous, I can definitely see that she (or her makeup artist) was inspired by her makeup looks in Gaga's Telephone video. The dramatic winged eyeliner is definitely a major theme throughout the video, but she pairs it with different lip colours like a greyish purple lipstick and bright matte red. I also spy some FABULOUS and uber trendy bright blue nails, as well as bright coral lips. Love love love, I wonder if she used the same makeup artist that did her makeup for the Telephone video... Ima try find that out for you all (and myself haha). Well done B. What do you guys think??

AMAZING nail colour... Gotta find out what nail polish that is.

Sunday, May 9, 2010

The Classic Smokey Eye

My dear friend Caroline requested that I blog about the classic smokey eye. While I loved the look I came up with, it's not my favourite eye makeup to wear just because I find it kinda boring - I like experimenting with colours and eyeshadow shapes. Howevveerrr, the smokey eye is always a foolproof choice if you're not sure how to wear your makeup with your outfit and is always sexy and sultry. Now there are a few different ways to pull off a smokey eye. I'll blog again later about the other ways to wear a smokey eye, but this is a simple smokey eye with most of the dark colour in the outer corner and crease. I used quite a few products for this look, ranging from a light tan brown to a black to a shimmery white and grey. To achieve a look like this, you want to start with your lightest eyeshadow colours first and then slowly work your way to the dark colours . Here's what I did:
  1. Apply PRIMERRRRRR!! This is a MUST if you're wearing dark eyeshadow colours. Urban Decay Primer Potion is definitely my first choice as a primer.
  2. Use a nude, skin coloured eyeshadow first just to prep your eye. You can even use your face powder and pat it over the top of your primer with a sponge.
  3. Use a flat eyeshadow brush to apply a matte, light brown all over your lid and above the crease.
  4. Start with a grey colour and apply to your entire lid, concentrating on the outer two thirds.
  5. Continue to build up the darkness with dark grey and black eyeshadow colours. You should never just apply a black eyeshadow right away, you do it slowly and gradually by using lighter colour eyeshadows first. This is what's gonna give your eyeshadow that nice fade from a light to dark colour.
  6. If you have a black eyeliner that's nice and smudgey (I used the Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner) you can use this to darken your look by applying it to the outer third of your lid and then using a fluffy brush to blend it out.
  7. Continue to darken the look in the outer corner by applying your black eyeshadow (wet or dry, but if you apply it wet it's gonna be a lot darker) until you're happy. After you apply each eyeshadow colour with a flat eyeshadow brush, take a second to blend out the edges with a fluffy brush (MAC 217 is perfect for this). Blending is keeyyy for this look.
  8. Take either a skin coloured eyeshadow again or your matte light brown to blend out the outer edges of your makeup with a fluffy brush.
  9. Finally apply a highlight colour to your brow bone and blend it downward. I'd recommend a matte white eyeshadow for this, don't use a shimmery colour, it'll just be way too much shimmer.
  10. Apply eyeliner (liquid, pencil or gel... for this look I used both a pencil and liquid liner)
  11. Do the same steps to your lower lash line. Start with a matte brown, and then gradually darken using greys and a black. Apply a shimmery (or matte, it's your choice!) white to your inner tear duct area to open your eyes. I'd recommend keeping your darkest colours on the outer third of your lower lash line... unless you're going for an UBER smokey (or emo) look, don't pull your black eyeshadow all the way to your tear duct. Not cute.
  12. Finally, mascara and a black eyeliner on your waterline and you're donneee!
Hope this helped!

Thursday, May 6, 2010

Stephanie Pratt Inspired - How to make blue eyes pop!

I was watching The Hills the other night with some friends and we all noticed how ridiculously blue Stephanie Pratt's eyes are. They are redic! I soon noticed however that they look so blue because she wears blue eyeshadow along her bottom lash line.... VERY sneaky Stephanie. With a bronze-y golden eyeshadow on her top lid, and a bright pop of blue liner along her lower lash line, she manages to make her eyes look uber blue. If you're not into the bright blue along the lower lash line, you can just stick to a blue eyeliner along your waterline and then run some bronze eyeshadow along your bottom lash line. Also, you know how whenever you wear a shirt that matches the colour of your eyes, your eyes are suddenly that much more noticeable? This is the same idea. If you have dark blue eyes, go for a dark blue liner. If your eyes are really bright sky blue, go for that colour liner. Get it? Hope this helped!

Better late than never, right? Makeup looks from the 2010 Met Gala

A couple days ago celebrities from far and wide attended the 2010 Met Costume Institute Gala, which is basically the Oscars of fashion! There were some gorgeous dresses in attendance, but more importantly... there was some gorg makeup! Here's some photos of celebrity makeup looks as well as what the celeb wore. Enjoy!

Jessica Stam - YES, this is my favourite makeup look of the night. That winged liner looks gorgeous with her bright blue eyes, and ties in nicely with the theme of her hair and dress. Very nice.

Gwen Stefani - Her makeup is hella boring, but I guess her fab dress makes up for it. Although, is it supposed to look like she's wearing a black bra underneath??

January Jones - Not only his her dress ugly as sin, but so is her makeup. Not cute.

Anne Hathaway - Her subtle makeup was definitely a good call, but I wish she had done something a little more interesting with her hair.

Blake Lively - Two words: Lashes and legs. Good call.

Zoe Saldana - There's nothing particularly special or interesting about her makeup but it ties in nicely with her dress. I do enjoy the subtle winged brown eyeshadow though.

Katy Perry - She definitely had the most unique dress at the Met Gala, and it was a MUST that she kept her makeup neutral. If her lips had been any more pink, it would have been waayy too much.

Taylor Swift - Taylor sure does love her winged liner. This makeup is beautiful, but does no one else think that she should go a lot more blonde?? Not a fan of the dirty blonde.

Nicole Richie - I'm always a fan of Nicole's fashion and makeup choices but her makeup is nothing special. Of course it's lovely, but it's nothing we haven't seen before.

Mila Kunis - YESS, her makeup is gorgeous!! I love the subtle purple/cranberry eyeshadow. It's absolutely beautiful with her skin tone and is just the right amount of colour to go with her dress. Lovelyyyyy

Gisele Bundchen - Gisele, WHY?! Her makeup and dress is just awful. I'm a sucker for winged eyeshadow, but I hate it when it's rounded instead of pointed (does that make sense?) Her non existent brows don't do anything for her face either. Not a fan at ALL.

Rosario Dawson - This is a very interesting makeup look. Rosario obviously wanted her dress to have all the attention, which is why she's wearing barely there makeup. It doesn't even look like she's even wearing mascara. Of course she's beautiful but a little more makeup would have gone a long way. Some false lashes and lip gloss would have been perfect.

Jenny Lo - Love the dress and smokey eyes, but I wish her hair had been out of her face to fully show off her sultry eyes, ya know?

Kristen Stewart - Not feeling the greasy hair and dark eyes... it makes her look tired, BUT you've gotta give her some credit. She looks a LOT better than usual.

Emma Watson - I love this makeup! It's very age appropriate and simple - it would be a perfect prom look, although she could have gone with a little more colour on the lips. Love her dress though!

Naomi Watts - even though I'd generally stay away from red lipstick with a pink dress, her lipstick has just the right amount of pink in it to avoid some hardcore clashing. Very nice!

Jessica Alba - a plain jane makeup look, but it works. Her lashes make it that much more glam.


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Sunday, April 14, 2013

Taste of Japan/Grand Sake Tasting

By Claire Goldman

Sushi, sake and ceviche?  Don't mind if I do!  One of the many charms from the Orient brought to the District by the annual National Cherry Blossom festival is the Taste of Japan/Grand Sake Tasting event.  Hosted in the historic Carnegie Library, several of the top local Japanese restaurants gathered along with 17 different sake and Japanese beer brands.

Kaz and his fresh ceviche bites.

As for the food, there were many delicious dishes from Kaz, Yo! Sushi, Masa 14 and Zengo but my favorite was the shrimp dumplings from Asia 9, cooked to perfection and topped with a creamy chili sauce.

One interesting find, was a brand of Japanese beers called COEDO.  Of their five flavors, my favorite was the Beniaka which is made of sweet potatoes.  Locally you can try the COEDO line of beers at Sushi Taro.

I also really enjoyed the only sparkling sake offering called Mio.  Sold in a beautiful blue bottle for about $6 retail from H Mart, I'll definitely be stocking up on this refreshing libation for the warmer months.

The most talked about station at the event belonged to Born Sake.  The most premium line of sake in all of Japan.
I tried a sample of Japan's Prime Minister's favorite, Born's Dreams Come True, which is served aboard their nation's version of the Air Force One.  I also tasted the even more high end Born Gold, which was rumored to be the most expensive sake at the event, priced in the $500 range per bottle or approximately $5 a sip!  It tasted fabulous and was served by the "Sake King" himself, the charming Mr. Kato, President/CEO of Born.

I can definitely recommend checking out this event next year but until then, head to the great Japanese cuisine and libations offered right here in the DC area.


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Thursday, May 2, 2013

Upcoming Events: Ball on the Mall and More!

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The Willard InterContinental and Café du Parc celebrate La Fête du Muguet -- or Lucky Lily Day™ -- on May 3, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a courtyard event of wine, beer and authentic tastes of France from the regions of Brittany, Loire Valley, Burgundy, Bordeaux and Southwest, Provence and Rhone Valley.  A variety of traditional French desserts will also be featured along with live music.  Guests will be greeted with small bouquets of fragrant Lily of the Valley – a token of love and friendship in France – exchanged traditionally on May 1st.  Tickets can be purchased at the event starting at $20, for four items to be redeemed at food and wine stations set up throughout the courtyard.

The Trust for the National Mall will host the 5th Anniversary Ball on the Mall on May 4, from 6-11:30 pm on the National Mall at Madison Drive and 13th Street, NW. The annual Ball on the Mall is a signature fundraising event for the Trust for the National Mall, the official non-profit partner of the National Park Service dedicated to raising awareness of and funds for the restoration and improvement of the National Mall. Nearly 1,000 guests are expected to attend this year’s Ball – the only black-tie event held on the grounds of the National Mall. A VIP reception from 6-8 pm, featuring celebrity chef stations, will kick off the Ball, which follows with dancing, food and an open bar from 8-11:30 pm. To get further information or to purchase tickets for the Ball on the Mall visit: or call 202-688-3759.

6th Annual National Harbor Wine and Food Festival – Mark your calendars for the 6th Annual National Harbor Wine and Food Festival scheduled for Saturday, May 4th and Sunday, May 5th from 12 noon to 6pm. The Festival brings together award winning celebrity chefs, artisanal craftsmen, culinary pioneers, smooth jazz, family fun as well as wine and spirits from around the world. Special features include a Cinco De Mayo Pavilion featuring Hornitos tequila, Special craft beer tasting Bier Garten experience, Whiskey and Bourbon Tasting Experience in a relaxed setting - paired with hand rolled cigars, and three stages of live music and smooth jazz. Tickets are on sale now and range from a Grand Cru Two-Day All Access Pass at $169 per person, VIP Saturday or Sunday $89, to a General Admission One Day Pass for $39 in advance/$48 onsite and a $30 designated driver ticket in advance. To purchase tickets and view schedule, visit or call (800) 830-3976.

Grab your sunhats and bow ties and head to Jack Rose Dining Saloon on Saturday, May 4 from 4-7PM to watch the big race! The neighborhood hotspot celebrates Kentucky Derby with Kentucky-inspired drinks: Mint Juleps, Bourbon-Spiked Sweet Tea, and Bardstown Shandy beer cocktails. In addition, they will be serving complimentary southern bites (4-6PM) while guests and race fanatics enjoy the derby race on seven flat screen TVs (including three on the rooftop!!) Even better, get the day started early with the rooftop brunch from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and stake out a prime viewing spot for the purrty horsies. For more information, visit or call 202-588-7388.

On Saturday, May 4th, the Columbia Heights Community Marketplace will kick-off its 2013 season.  Located at the Columbia Heights Civic Plaza at 14th Street and Park Road, NW, the Farmers' Market is open from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm with a variety of local vendors.  The cooking demonstration by Chef Vera Oye' Yaa-Anna will be held at 10:00 am.  From 11:30 am - 12:30 pm, DanceIn Time Productions Cuban Salsa School will perform and teach salsa dancing. Throughout the day's events, ZGF Architects, LLP will sponsor free bike tune-ups as a part of their Big Green Commute challenge.

On Saturday, May 4, Mark Bittman will present his health history and transformation as an example of why people shouldEat Vegan Before 6:00 to Lose Weight and Restore Your Health…For Good, the premise of his new book. The bestselling author and New York Times columnist presents a straightforward way to take meat out of your diet as much as you feel comfortable, with all the health benefits, and none of the suffering.

Masa 14 will showcase Mexico’s favorite spirit, which pairs well with the restaurant’s Latin-Asian fare.  Four flavors of margaritas will be available at Masa 14’s bar/lounge, as well as the 64-seat rooftop deck from 3 PM to Close: Masa 14 Margarita, Lychee, Strawberry and Mango.  Additionally, the restaurant will have DJs spinning on both levels on Friday, May 3rd and Saturday, May 4th from 10 PM to 3 AM, leading up to the festive holiday.  Then on May 5th, multiple DJs will spin music throughout the restaurant from 12 Noon to Close.  Masa 14 is located at 1825 14th Street, NW, 20009.  For reservations or additional information please call (202) 328-1414 or visit

El Centro D.F., located at 1819 14th Street, NW, 20009, will also offer $5 margaritas to pair with the restaurant’s authentic Mexican comfort fare on Sunday, May 5th.  Five flavors will be available in the Tequileria from 3 PM to Close.  Highlights include El Centro’s Classic Margarita, Strawberry, Mango, Vanilla and Spicy Mango.  Additionally, the restaurant will have DJs spinning in the Tequileria and on the Rooftop on Friday, May 3rd and Saturday, May 4th from 10 PM to 3 AM in preparation for the big day.  Then, on May 5th, multiple DJs will spin music throughout the restaurant from 12 Noon to Close.  For reservations or additional information, please call (202) 328-3131 or

Zengo will offer two specials in addition to their regular a la carte Latin-Asian inspired menu from Friday, May 3rd thru Sunday, May 5th.  The CincoPlatter offers an assortment of dishes including fluke ceviche, chicken potato flautas, oaxaca and huitlacoche quesadillasserved with guacamole, salsa roja, and salsa verde for $18. The Queso Fundido, made with rajas, mushroom, flour tortillas, habanero, and apple chutney is available for $12.  Drink specials will also be available and include $5 flavored margaritas and $5 Latin beers.  Drink specials will be available throughout the restaurant from 10 PM to Close on Friday, May 3rd and Saturday, May 4th and from 3 PM to Close on Sunday, May 5th.  To liven up the festivities, DJs will spin music on Friday, May 3rd and Saturday, May 4th from 10 PM to Close and on Sunday, May 5th from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM.  For reservations or additional information please call (202) 393-2929 or visit

“Sommelier’s Table” at BRABO:  Enjoy an intimate evening of premium wine pairings selected by award winning sommelier Matthew Carroll at BARBO in Old Town Alexandria.  The Sommelier's Table experience is designed for the wine to take center stage with food as the compliment.  The sommelier is your host for the evening and will provide in depth tasting notes and the history of each wine.  This is a three-part series starting with Bordeaux – Red, White & Sweet, hosted on May 8 at 7:00pm.  Menu pairings will include items such as Ahi Tuna and Beet Tartar, Ginger Milk, Yuzu, Sweet Soy paired with Tours des Gendres, ‘Conte-ne Perigourdine’, Muscadelle, Bergerac, France (2010) and Olive Oil Poached Breast of Guinea Fowl, Braised Leg, Fava Beans, Natural Jus paired with Château Lynch-Bages, Pauillac, Bordeaux, France (1999).  Prices for the Sommelier’s Table range from $130 to $150 per person depending on the wines available.  To reserve a space, call 703-894-3440 or email

Chef Art Smith Cookbook Signing: On Thursday, May 9 from 5-6:30pm, celebrity chef and cookbook author Art Smith will be signing copies of his latest cookbook, Art Smith’s Healthy Comfort. The cookbook highlights recipes Chef created while on his own personal journey to health and wellness. The signing will be held at Art and Soul, his restaurant on Capitol Hill. During the signing, Art and Soul will offer happy hour specials with discounted drinks and $5 bites. Books are available for purchase at the event for $27.99.

Spring Lamb Roast: The next event in a series of intimate, family-style dinners at Art and Soul is a Spring Lamb Roast on May 11 at 7pm. The menu includes raw, cooked and marinated seasonal vegetables, a mixed grill of pastured Pennsylvania lamb, featuring roasted leg, sausage from shoulder, ribs and grilled loin, and a skillet crumb cake topped with fresh local berries and lemon thyme ice cream. The three-course meal will be accompanied by beverages from the Williamsburg Alewerks. Dinner costs $65 per person, $30 for diners 16 and younger, inclusive of tax and gratuity and reservations can be made at

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2013 Superprestige Cyclocross at Hamme-Zogge

The Belgian rider powered his way clear of world champion Sven Nys in the closing laps to secure his first C1 victory of the season.

Today’s race saw Belgian champion Klaas Vantornout monetarily sidelined pin the pits with a late mechanical failure that forced to relinquish what would been a third place podium position to Philipp Walsleben.  In addition, this allowed his teammate Wietse Bosmans and BMC’s Julien Taramarcaz to slip in ahead – which will now move him down into third place behind Nys and Albert in the overall Superprestige rankings.

Top 10 Finishers – Men’s Race

1 Niels Albert (Bel) BKCP-Powerplus Cycling Team     2 Sven Nys (Bel) Crelan KDL Cycling Team     3 Philipp Walsleben (Ger) BKCP-Powerplus     4 Wietse Bosmans (Bel) BKCP-Powerplus Cycling Team     5 Julien Taramarcaz (Swi) BMC Mountainbike Racing Team     6 Klaas Vantornout (Bel) Sunweb-Napoleon Games Cycling Team     7 Kevin Pauwels (Bel) Sunweb-Napoleon Games Cycling Team     8 Rob Peeters (Bel) Telenet-Fidea Cycling Team     9 Niels Wubben (Ned) Rabobank Development Team     10 Thijs van Amerongen (Ned) AA Drink Cycling Team

In the women’s event, 26-year old Nikki Harris won the race with a solo finish ahead of Sanne Cant and Sophie de Boer.

"It was heavy," a mud-clad Harris sighed. "Before the race I was nervous. I expected to roll in as third or fourth as I never had a good ride here. I arrived in stress because my car broke down on the way to the race; my exhaust fell off."

"During the first lap I checked out the course to see where I could make the difference. Changing bikes resulted in a time loss of several seconds so I skipped that."

During the first two laps Harris led the race together with teammate Sophie de Boer. However, halfway through the race, Cant began closing the gap on the two leaders. For Harris, this was an alert to up the pace.

"I started bad," said Cant," but when I finally made it to the front Sophie was riding a few meters behind Harris. I tried to close the gap back down in the penultimate lap but that didn’t work."

While Harris kept the pursuit under control,  De Boer and Cant were battling for second place in the final lap.

"I switched bikes in the final lap and avoided mistakes. I knew the others weren’t going to close me down," Harris said. Meanwhile Cant was struggling. "I didn’t want to settle for second place and by trying to chase down Nikki I didn’t have much left in my tank. In the final lap Sophie hit the gas on the road while I got stuck in the mud. It took me half a lap to get back to here and by then there were only two minutes left to do the sprint," Cant said.

The race ended with Cant nixing De Boer by a mere wheel’s length – six seconds behind the winner – Harris. The rest of the pack followed up nearly two minutes behind – lead by Ellen Van Loy.

Top 10 Finishers – Women’s Race

1 Nikki Harris (GBr) Young Telenet-Fidea Cycling Team 0:44:40   2 Sanne Cant (Bel) Enertherm-BKCP 0:00:06   3 Sophie de Boer (Ned) Young Telenet-Fidea Cycling Team     4 Ellen Van Loy (Bel) DNCS-Pro 2012 Cycling Team 0:01:53   5 Pavla Havlikova (Cze) Young Telenet-Fidea Cycling Team 0:02:09   6 Annefleur Kalvenhaar (Ned) Giant Dealerteams 0:03:58   7 Monique van de Ree (Ned) 0:04:03   8 Loes Sels (Bel) DNCS/PRO 2012 Cycling Team 0:05:07 9 Margriet Helena Kloppenburg (Den) Endura Lady Force 0:05:31 10 Reza Hormes-Ravenstijn (Ned) Orange Babies Cycling Team 0:05:39

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Apple's Job-Killing Progress

April 18, 2011 – Comments (7)

U.S. Representative Jesse Jackson, Jr. on the iPad:

"A few short weeks ago I came to the House floor after having purchased an iPad and said that I happened to believe, Mr. Speaker, ... this new device ... is now probably responsible for eliminating thousands of American jobs,...Now Borders is closing stores because, why do you need to go to Borders anymore? Why do you need to go to Barnes & Noble? Buy an iPad and download your newspaper, download your book, download your magazine."

No, Congressman. That's not job-killing. That's progress. There's a difference. We didn't sit around lamenting the invention of the automobile (or its subsequent role in developing mass production) because all the buggy-whip manufacturers would now go hungry. We didn't cry for the VHS tape producers when DVD overtook that format, and eventually wiped it from the face of the earth. And we didn't set aside time in the U.S. House of Representatives to talk about the oh-so-sad demise of ice-cutters when refrigeration systems became commonplace.

This is progress. We either keeping working towards it, or some other country will. We either embrace change and adapt, or we will be stuck on a downward spiral until we become the country to which others outsource their manufacturing.

Apple's iPad did not stop me from going to Borders. Having to drive 12 miles, fight parking lot traffic, dealing with uninformed teenage "help" who don't know Vonnegut from Melville...and paying list price for a single book that measures 2-inches thick stopped me from going to Borders.

Being able to access an even larger bookstore from the comfort of my living room, and having dozens (or even hundreds) of books with me at any given time in a device that measures a fraction of that single book is not job-killing. It's enabling. It enables me to read more. It enables me to buy more: more books, more music, more movies, more applications and games. I can purchase faster. I can make wiser decisions about my purchases. And, I can purchase more cost-efficiently.

Progess should not be feared, Congressman. Borders killed Borders. Their lack of foresight into what the future held for consumers left them with no plan to adapt.

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#1) On April 18, 2011 at 4:51 PM, L0RDZ (87.96) wrote:

What idiots actually voted for Jessie's seeds ????

Those fools came to my school once... omg what morons... if only abortion was available.

 He should change the name from Junior to IDIOTA

 more suiting that moronic fool...

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#2) On April 18, 2011 at 5:51 PM, whereaminow (< 20) wrote:

Exactly! +1 job-killing rec.

David in Qatar

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#3) On April 18, 2011 at 6:00 PM, mtf00l (46.49) wrote:

You say what didn't happen however I prognosticate that it did.  There just wasn't 24/7 media coverage back then...

Other than stated above I totally agree!

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#4) On April 18, 2011 at 6:29 PM, smartmuffin (< 20) wrote:

Agree with mtf00l.

Didn't all the guilds in England fight the assembly line and replaceable parts all the way?  They knew what it meant.  Nothing has changed.

Now if only progress could eliminate JJ's job...

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#5) On April 18, 2011 at 10:40 PM, rd80 (96.68) wrote:

I wonder how many jobs have been created developing apps and content for tablets and other portable devices.

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#6) On April 18, 2011 at 11:51 PM, checklist34 (99.11) wrote:

thoughts off the cuff on technology of all kinds:

1.  its cet parib deflationary, for the reasons rep jackson gave

2.  it creates wealth by enchancing efficiency, but tends to concentrate that wealth at the upper end of the income brackets.  To the inventors/sellers the spoils perhaps.  good for steve jobs, sucks for the guy at the newspaper factory, etc.

Someone eventually steps in to hire up available labor to do something new is I guess how we have always progressed even in the face of technology?

All the handouts in society and the generally very negative attitude of labor make this harder?

anyway, just off the cuff thoughts

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#7) On April 19, 2011 at 12:20 PM, PeteysTired (< 20) wrote:

"A few short weeks ago I came to the House floor after having purchased an iPad

Why do I have this thought running through my mind that he didn't actually purchase it with his own money?

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During the past couple of weeks, I have been fortunate enough to take some time off from work.  Here are some things that I discovered during that time:

1.  There is never enough time to get all of the yard work done.  I don't care how much time you think it will take, there is always more that needs doing and never seems to be enough time to get to it all.

2.  Fireworks are cheap entertainment, even if it is a pain to get somewhere that you might be able to see them.  I spent about an hour trying to get to the beach to watch the fireworks with my family on the fourth.  I cussed up a storm when it became evident that parking was not going to be as easy as anticipated.  In the end, the wonder and awe that was plainly visible on my kids faces made it worth every cent...wait, I didn't have to it was priceless.

3.  When I spend time away from work, I actually spend less time sweating the market and am actually able to enjoy the fine art of actually researching and managing the pittance that I call a portfolio.

4.  Good friends are hard to find.  But Facebook can sure help you re-find the ones you may have lost touch with.

5.  Facebook and anything supported by Facebook is highly addicitive and borders on pure evil...almost in the same category as cocaine or TMF....just not as profitable as dealing in the one or as profitable as reading and implementing knowledge gained in the other.

6.  Time spent with the family no matter the situation is always time well spent.

7.  Time away from work is always too short...back to the grind tomorrow...Fool on.

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#1) On July 12, 2009 at 11:50 PM, OneLegged (< 20) wrote:

Thanks for the perspective.  (thumb up)

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#2) On July 12, 2009 at 11:55 PM, catoismymotor (< 20) wrote:

+ 1 Rec and I am 100% in agreement on each point. I hope your week is less stressful and more fueitful than most.

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#3) On July 13, 2009 at 4:36 AM, janis1023 (< 20) wrote:

You can count housework in, too,  Always something more, it's never all done, then what was done needs to be re-done.  GRRRRRRRRRRR.

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Exit strategy for silver

April 20, 2011 – Comments (16)

I know there are some people on here that will say silver is under/overvalued at practically any price.

But for those of you not subscribing to that, what is your exit strategy?  We are near $50, and that was the big price target for most.

Sinchi, I am mostly interested in your take on this.  I recall you saying you would sell most of your silver holdings by $50, then gradually shave off the remainder on the way up to $100.

You did it.  You made the ultimate call (and I am sure a crap load of money).  You were absolutely right and I applaud the living hell out of you.  But now what?  What will you invest in now?  You probably have something up your sleeve and I was wondering what your plan is when silver hits $50

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#1) On April 20, 2011 at 2:11 PM, chk999 (99.96) wrote:

Figure out what you exit plan is. Do it when the market is closed. Write it down. Figure out what you will do under a few bullish and bearish scenarios.

The follow the plan absolutely. You do you best thinking not in the heat of the moment.

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#2) On April 20, 2011 at 2:12 PM, mtf00l (46.49) wrote:

Amen to that

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#3) On April 20, 2011 at 2:35 PM, Betapeg (< 20) wrote:

Buy BNCN to hedge a position in SLV.

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#4) On April 20, 2011 at 2:38 PM, Valyooo (35.29) wrote:

I agree 100% with you..I am mostly just wondering what other peoples plans are, and especially if they ever plan on selling or if they will perpetually push their price target higher

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#5) On April 20, 2011 at 2:53 PM, chk999 (99.96) wrote:

I sold all my SLW and GDXJ fairly recently. I can't call tops or bottoms and had good profits and decided to call it a day.

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#6) On April 20, 2011 at 2:56 PM, ag77840 (23.63) wrote:

I am very tempted to unload all my EXK holdings for a 43% gain, but it's going to be so painful to watch it go all the way to $15 a share.

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#7) On April 20, 2011 at 3:21 PM, ChrisGraley (28.70) wrote:

I was all set to dump 1/3 of my holdings at $50 which would be enough to pay for all of my silver holings plus give me a decent profit. The more I look at it though, the more I see a situation that is unchanged. I may sell a little, but right now I'm in no hurry.

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#8) On April 20, 2011 at 3:26 PM, Jbay76 (< 20) wrote:

you Fools should check out ISVLF, they are producing amazing amounts of silver out of the ground as a junior miner...totally under the radar for the moment.

And on that note, if the company is doing great, why dump it?  Some of these miners are bringing up the PM for free due to incidentals brought up as well, Alexco Resources comes to mind.  In this situation, the company is going to be amazingly profitable.

For those who have not sold EXK, look at their April 2011 presentation first.  If you still sell, let me know your reasoning if you don't mind.

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#9) On April 20, 2011 at 3:42 PM, L0RDZ (87.96) wrote:

Some peoples exit strategy would be to relinquish only at gun point :)

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#10) On April 20, 2011 at 7:27 PM, XMFSinchiruna (26.61) wrote:

This should convey my thoughts on the matter:

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#11) On April 20, 2011 at 10:01 PM, dbjella (< 20) wrote:

I plan to hold 5% of my portfolio in physical gold and silver forever or at least give it to my kids to worry about :)

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#12) On April 21, 2011 at 2:06 AM, whereaminow (< 20) wrote:

Here's an answer, but it was so long, I had to make it another thread. Sorry to hijack..

David in Qatar

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#13) On April 27, 2011 at 12:32 AM, HarryCaraysGhost (73.98) wrote:

I did'nt see this until now.

I have a rule if any stock I own more then doubles, and I can cover taxes and commissions I sell. Let the remaining shares ride for free.

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#14) On April 27, 2011 at 12:50 AM, buffalonate (69.88) wrote:

I bought a silver ultrashort when it was approaching 50.  I made a 13% profit in 2 days.  I cashed out.  Anytime people are hyping something could hit whatever number I automatically assume it is a great time to short.

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#15) On April 28, 2011 at 3:39 AM, Valyooo (35.29) wrote:

Harry normally i agree with you but sometimes if you are very confident in an investment you gotta let it all ride and not cut short your gains

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#16) On April 30, 2011 at 5:56 PM, HarryCaraysGhost (73.98) wrote:

Harry normally i agree with you but sometimes if you are very confident in an investment you gotta let it all ride and not cut short your gains

That's very true man, my first investments in BUD are close to tripleing yet I have no intention of selling. Silvers a different animal it could spike down in a heartbeat or it could continue it's rise(which I suspect will be the case)

I sold half because I lumped it into the spec part of my port. At this point I've eliminated the risk while still having Silver exposure.

I honestly don't want to see PM's at outrageous levels since that would mean we are in serious trouble as a country. Guess I'm just hoping that somehow someway we can slowly start turning the ship before we hit the iceburg.

So the rule only applies when I'm speckin ; )

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Oct 4, 2013 Benchmark Investing (BI) Selections

September 30, 2013 – Comments (0) | RELATED TICKERS: AAPL , HPQ , XRX

There are a number of stocks to review this week and there is a change in my portfolio.

This week’s candidate :

AAPL (Apple)  – a current log position held for about 18 months now that we will continue to hold. Recent price performance has finally picked up following a period of investor doubt. New releases of its flagship iPhone are hitting record sales and investors are rewarding the stock for this success. Decision: Hold

HPQ (Hewlett Packard)  – a current log position also held for about 18 months now that we will continue to hold. Recent performance has not been favorable and the road ahead might be difficult following some easy earnings gains compared to low hurdles from a year ago. That said, ample upside potential warrants continuing to hold for now. Decision: Hold

SPLS (Staples)  – another long position taken more than a year ago. Recent price performance has been positive, but its financial results have been weakening and things look like a hard row to hoe moving forward. However, the price still remains below its downside target and I will continue to hold for the time being. Decision: Hold

XRX (Xerox)  – a current log position also taken about 18 months ago whose price advancement has exceeded my price target. It performance looks to be solid moving forward, but I will stay true to the mechanical decision making of this system and take my profits. However, before I sell I might sell a Call option on my holdings for the balance of the year to make a few extra bucks as I exit this position. Decision: Sell

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Every week a refresh of key financial data, stock prices, and economic data are evaluated. This information is analyzed using Kenneth Lee's selection process as described in “Trouncing the Down". Individual stocks are selected based on their relative valuation. The systematic approach allows for a scientific based decision making to buy and sell stocks. This mechanical investing approach has proven to yield superior results over time.

Each week a broad set of stocks are considered to be bought, sold, or held as part of the process. Also indicated is if the pick is a Long or Short candidate as well as if it they are New or Current holdings.

Tickers discussed this week: AAPL, HPQ, SPLS, XRX

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Trading Plan for February 7, 2012

February 07, 2012 – Comments (0) | RELATED TICKERS: SPY

Economic Reports Due out (Times are EST): ICSC-Goldman Store Sales (7:45am), Redbook (8:55am), Bernanke Speaks (10am), Consumer Credit (3pm)

Premarket Update (Updated 9am eastern):

US Futures are slightly lower heading into the open.

Asian markets were mixed in trading.

European markets are down ranging from -0.5% down to -0.9%.

Technical Outlook (S&P):

Yesterday was a good day of consolidation for the markets, forming a doji-dragonfly candle at the close.

This was similar price action to what we saw during the 1/26-1/31 pullback. A few more days of similar action would be helpful to cool off the markets some.

It is key for the S&P to hold on to 1331, as it represents the previous multi-year resistance level (now support).

Volume was notably lighter yesterday on the market weakness.

Trend-line support is at 1295 off of the 11/28 lows.

The S&P, as well as other indices (particularly the Russell), have gone completely parabolic in their price action of late.

We remained as overbought as ever, which eventually has to be reconciled.

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