Are you searching for the ultimate sleeping experience? Look no further! In this ecosleep mattress review, you will discover everything there is to know about this new latex bed. Delve into the features, benefits, and performance of the Ecosleep Mattress to determine if it truly deserves the title of the best latex bed on the market. With an in-depth analysis, you’ll uncover whether this mattress is a game-changer for a blissful night’s sleep. Read on to find out if the Ecosleep Mattress is right for you.
In this Ecosleep Mattress Review, we’ll dive deep into the features, construction, and feel of the Ecosleep mattress by Brooklyn Bedding. Owen, a certified sleep science coach, provides an honest and objective assessment of this affordable latex hybrid mattress. Whether you’re a back sleeper, side sleeper, stomach sleeper, or a combination sleeper, Owen’s insights will help you make an informed decision about your next bed purchase. So, let’s find out if the Ecosleep mattress is the best latex bed for you.
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Owen’s Impartial Review: The Ecosleep Mattress
Owen, a certified sleep science coach, begins the video review by providing some background on the Ecosleep mattress. He explains that this mattress is a latex hybrid, meaning it combines latex foam with other materials to create a comfortable and supportive sleep surface.
Construction and Feel of the Ecosleep Mattress
Owen dives into the construction of the Ecosleep mattress, highlighting its various layers and materials. With a focus on keeping the environment in mind, Brooklyn Bedding has created a mattress that combines a natural latex comfort layer with pocketed coils for support.
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Furthermore, the Ecosleep mattress is designed to suit all body types, including petite, medium, and heavy individuals. Its combination of latex foam and pocketed coils ensures proper spinal alignment, regardless of weight distribution.
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To summarize, the Ecosleep mattress by Brooklyn Bedding is an affordable latex hybrid mattress that offers a comfortable and supportive sleep experience. Owen’s review highlights its versatile design, suitable for all sleep positions and body types. The Ecosleep mattress competes with other natural and organic mattress brands, providing excellent value for the price. Whether you’re a back sleeper, side sleeper, stomach sleeper, or a combination sleeper, the Ecosleep mattress could be your best latex bed choice.
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Mukhyamantri Anuprati Coaching Yojana
In financial year 2022-2023, Government of Rajasthan has planned to devote more than Rs 17 crore to provide “Mukhyamantri Anuprati Coaching Yojana”. Under this scheme, free coaching is provided to students for competitive exams. Budget outlay for this financial year is higher as compared to Rs 3.5 crore in 2021-22.
Important facts related to Mukhyamantri Anuprati Coaching Yojana–
- Mukhyamantri Anuprati Coaching Yojana was launched by chief minister of Rajasthan, Ashok Gehlot in 2021-22.
- This scheme as launched because many meritorious students fail to attend coaching classes and left behind in competitive examinations due to lack of money.
- Under the scheme, government provides free coaching from reputed coaching students to those meritorious students, so that they can fulfil their dreams.
- Apart from increasing the budget, government has also increased the number of seats to 15,000.
- If the student is allotted a coaching institute in other city, government provides an additional Rs 40,000 per year for boarding and lodging.
Benefits under the scheme;
- Students belonging to scheduled caste, scheduled tribe, minority, other backward classes, specially-abled and economically-backward classes whose family’s annual income is lesser than Rs 8 lakh are eligible to get coaching under free coaching scheme.
- Students are prepared for several competitive exams as a part of the scheme, including civil services, Rajasthan Administrative Service, Rajasthan Eligibility Examination for Teacher (REET), Rajasthan State Subordinate Service Combined Competitive Examination, IIT JEE and medical college entrance exams etc.
In year 2021-2022, state government had aimed to give free coaching to 10,000 students. Out of over one lakh applications, 9,000 students were selected. For that year, government allotted Rs 3.65 crore and spent Rs 3.54 crore.

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Fly TWA to Las Vegas! One of the most copied, most iconic of all the Vegas posters out there, and this one is original, and mint! Litho in USA, no tears. Simply wonderful midcentury graphics and colors. A super find. 25w x 40d.
Trans World Airlines (TWA) was a major American airline from 1925 until 2001. It was originally formed as Transcontinental & Western Air to operate a transcontinental route from New York City to Los Angeles via St. Louis and Kansas City, as well as other intermediate stops with Ford Trimotor aircraft. Along with American, United, and Eastern, it was one of the “Big Four” domestic airlines in the United States formed by the Spoils Conference of 1930.

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Fuchsia — Fuchsia
(Night Wings NWRCD 02, 1971/2003, CD)
by Henry Schneider, Published 2014-06-10
While Tony Durant (guitars and vocals) was a student at Exeter University in 1970, he and his mates Michael Day (bass guitar) and Michael Gregory (drums and percussion) decided to form the band Fuchsia, named after a pivotal character in Mervyn Peake’s Gormenghast trilogy. In order for Tony to explore his creative musical ideas they added Janet Rogers (violin and backing vocals), Madeleine Bland (cello, piano, harmonium, and backing vocals), and Vanessa Hall-Smith (violin and backing vocals). Fuchsia recorded their one self-titled album in 1971 and because their manager failed to follow through with a promised tour, album sales were abysmal and they disbanded. Tony then moved to Australia to become a family man and Fuchsia disappeared into the mists of time. It was ill-fated that bad management led to the demise of the band as Fuchsia is a lost gem from the progressive folk-rock era. In 2005 Italian record label Nightwing contacted Tony and explained that Fuchsia had achieved major cult status and that they wanted to reissue the album on CD. This reissue, combined with recording the vocals on Me and My Kites’ FdM single, brought Tony out of retirement and now in the summer of 2014 he is touring Europe with Me and My Kites.
Now to Fuchsia itself. After listening to it, the music deserves all of the attention it has received over the internet. This is progressive folk rock, combining elements of Fairport Convention, psychedelia, and classical music. Tony has a beautiful tenor voice that, in combination with the psychedelic music, draws some immediate comparisons to Arthur Lee and Love’s quieter moments. Adding the string trio to the band was a masterstroke in 1970. In the 70s many record producers felt that it was a good idea to augment the recordings with the “1001 Strings” to make songs more palatable. In most cases, the strings tended to overpower the music and subtract from the recording. Not so with Fuchsia. The three ladies, Janet, Madeleine, and Vanessa, provided a great accompaniment to Tony’s compositions and many times extended them with some beautiful and energetic violin solos. Overall the nine tracks on this album are intelligent, lyrical, and melodic, as well as fairly long for 1971: five to eight minutes, which put Fuchsia on the cutting edge here as well. Even though this album has been reissued on CD, it is still difficult to track down. But if you have the opportunity, do not pass on this album.
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In 2015, one chapter of our life closed, and a new chapter opened for my wife Claudia and me. We sold our home, changed course and went all in by moving aboard our new-to-us 1981, 43-foot Viking aft cabin cruiser. Thus, began a grand adventure as full-time cruisers exploring our country from the perspective of her historic waterways. We'd like to share our adventures on Lake Champlain and shed light on a nameless hero who cruised these waters during the Revolutionary War.
We began our journey on Lake Champlain as a part of a larger adventure cruising the Down East Loop in 2019. We started at the Gaines Marina, a few miles south of the Canadian border. Before taking off, we walked down to Stewart's Gas Station and stocked up on ice cream. Near the convenience store, we found a drug store, dollar store and post office within walking distance.
We were investigating a nameless hero who participated in the assault on Quebec City and lead forces in Montreal in 1775. The British army began to challenge American patriots in Montreal and forced a retreat. Our nameless hero captured several ships during his retreat and made way back to Whitehall, NY. George Washington ordered a fleet of ships to protect Lake Champlain from British control. The gunboats were built under the direction of our nameless hero. In the fall of 1776, he headed to Lake Champlain's north end in the new fleet and met the British at Valcour Island.
Estimated Milage: 23.5 NMA short cruise south to Valcour Island brought us to an anchorage off its west side, which is part of the N.Y. State Park System and has few amenities. We dropped the dinghy and landed on the island to hike to Bluff Point Lighthouse and overlook the waters where the Battle of Valcour Island took place. We were anchored right in the middle of ground zero of the battle.
Our nameless hero made a fruitless stand in these waters in October 1776. His fleet of small gunships was no match for the superior British forces. He retreated south and lost all the gunships that were built in Whitehall. However, with winter approaching the Battle of Valcour Island was enough of a delay to prevent the British from advancing south to Fort Ticonderoga until 1777.
Estimated Milage: 13 NMWe stopped at the Burlington Boathouse for a few days to launch our shore excursions into Burlington. Luckily, the town runs a free shuttle bus to overcome the steep hill from the marina to downtown shopping and attractions. The local history was filled with stories of Ethan Allen and the famed Green Mountain Boys. Also, the area is rich with ice cream. Factory tours and the sweetest graveyard of dearly depinted Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream are a short ride outside of town.
About a block from the docks is a French restaurant named The Skinny Pancake that serves up a unique menu of crepes and music. Also near the marina you can enjoy a waterfront park, science museum and a great bicycle trail system.
Estimated Milage: 21.7 NMContinuing south, we took a short side trip on Otter Creek. We picked the mouth of the creek in Fields Bay and continued for about seven miles. The reward for this little side trip was a beautiful waterfall that we anchored below the first night. The second night we moved over to the free dock where one 50-amp and several 20-amp hook-ups were available. The waterfall is lit up at night with rotating colors until about midnight. Drop-dead gorgeous! And locals raved about Black Sheep Bistro as a must-do while in town.
Estimated Milage: 9.6 NMAfter returning to Lake Champlain via Otter Creek, we turned south again for a four-mile run to the mooring balls owned by the Basin Harbor Club. After getting settled, we dropped the dinghy and landed on the floating dock at the Maritime Museum. Also on the dock is a replica of the Philadelphia, one of the gunboats lost during the Battle of Valcour Island.
The museum did a wonderful job of telling the maritime history of Lake Champlain. An entire building was dedicated to our nameless hero and his story of guarding these waters from 1775-1777. About a quarter mile from the museum was Red Mill Restaurant, located on a landing strip where we watched a plane land and the crew come in to eat. Brings a whole new meaning to the idea of dock and dine.
Estimated Milage: 23.5 NMAs we continued southbound, we passed by Crown Point State Park and under the Lake Champlain Bridge. There is no dock, but good anchorages abound if you go ashore and explore the battlefields and fort remnants that date back to 1775. The lighthouse on the point honors the lake's namesake, Samuel de Champlain.
After passing under the bridge, the lake narrows and becomes more like a river. Another 15 miles south, we dropped anchor off the shore of Fort Ticonderoga. On the north side of the point where the fort is located is a ferry dock where we landed our dingy and explored the fort. The period re-enactors brought the fort to life with tales of yesteryear.
Our nameless hero participated with Ethan Allen and the Green Mountain Boys in 1775 to capture Fort Ticonderoga from the surprised British Army. He also made his way back to the fort in 1776 after abandoning his flagship on Lake Champlain's east shore.
Estimated Milage: 20.9 NMAs we continued south, the lake gave way to Champlain Canal at Whitehall. After passing through Lock 12, we landed at the free Whitehall Municipal Dock. Whitehall was originally named Skenesborough in 1759 after its founding father, Phillip Skene.
Skenesborough Museum tells how the town built a fleet of gunboats used in the Battle of Valcour Island. In 1960, New York State declared Whitehall, The Birthplace of the U.S. Navy. Skene Manor awaits across the canal and up the hill. Lunch and tours are provided at the mansion. This section of the canal is 140 feet above sea level. From this highest point, it was downhill all the way to New York City.
Estimated Mileage: 21.7 NMThe day's major events entailed negotiating the four locks between Whitehall and Fort Edwards. After completing the locks, we turned up the marked channel to Fort Edwards Yacht Basin. The city provides free dockage and 30-amp power along the concrete wall. We took a short walk to Stumpy's Pizza and strolled five minutes to Stewart's Gas Station to stock up on ice cream. If you are not careful along the way, you might feel the tug of Slickfin Brewing Co. pull you into their craft beer den.
Estimated Mileage: 24.3 NMThis leg of the journey provides one big obstacle for boats trying to enter Lake Champlain. Between Locks 3 and 4 is a railroad bridge (C-5) that is sometimes incorrectly charted as 21 feet. However, the N.Y. Canal System lists this bridge as 15 feet. The good news is that lock operators can lower the pool level down to 17 feet. If you need help getting under this bridge, call the lock operator the day before and request that the pool level be lowered. We have crossed under this bridge three times, and each time they honored our request to lower the pool.
On the way south we passed Schuylerville. If you wish to stop here, the Schuyler Yacht Basin will accommodate your request. From this location, you can visit historic Saratoga Springs. Just south of the marina, we spotted a large 155-foot stone obelisk. The Saratoga Monument stands where the British Lt. General John Burgoyne camped with his troops before surrendering on October 17, 1777, which is known as the turning point of America's Revolutionary War.
On the monument, bronze statues built into the structure commemorated the leaders and heroes of the battle. General Schuyler faces east toward his estate. Colonel Daniel Morgan faces west where his troops were located during the battle. General Horatio Gates faces north where the British invasion started. All sides of the estate display structures honoring battle heroes, but the south side has no statue paying tribute to the brave man who led the charge that cemented the victory. During this charge, our nameless hero was shot and wounded in the leg. Not far from this site is another nameless statue, The Boot Monument with the inscription, In memory of the most brilliant soldier of the Continental Army who was desperately wounded on this spot, winning for his countrymen the decisive battle of the American Revolution and for himself the rank of Major General.
We arrived at Mechanicville to find free dockage and power, and one more nameless hero memorial south of here on the Hudson River at West Point. A plaque for each general of the Revolutionary War hangs in the Old Cadet Chapel. Surprisingly, you find no plaque honoring our nameless hero, but you discover a nameless plaque with: Major General, Born 1740.
All three memorials commemorate the same nameless hero. I often wonder how many schools, libraries, bridges, buildings, parks, and roads would bear our hero's name if his gunshot wound at the Battle of Saratoga had been fatal on the day of his greatest victory.
Oh, and the name of our nameless hero, you ask? None other than the infamous Benedict Arnold.
The scenic Canal du Midi in southern France is a must for boaters! Cruising this 300-year-old waterway, you will savor the slow easy French pace, passing medieval villages, country farms and vineyards in the heart of the Languedoc wine region. Le Boat, the largest charter boat operation in Europe, offers surprisingly affordable, entry- level charters to this canal (and hundreds of other waterways). This historic passage is easy to navigate, scenic, fun and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Boating at a mellow 5 kilometers an hour aboard your vessel of 30-45 feet, the big excitement is passing through the lock system every few kilometers and arriving in ancient villages as your daily destination on your personal private cruise ship.
Don’t expect a luxury yacht holiday, however, because you are the crew and captain, you will be driving the boat or donning gloves to handle the dock lines in each “écluse” (lock). But it’s entertaining and affords a sense of freedom by chartering your own boat and navigating these centuries-old canals. Le Boat provides itineraries of how far you should voyage each day, but it’s truly up to you.
Our weeklong voyage started in Castelnaudary, a small, pretty village. Le Boat’s base in Castelnaudary is in the Grand Basin with a lovely view of the cathedral and village across the waterway, just a short walk over an old stone bridge to town. We could also see the majestic Pyrenees Mountains to our southwest along the French-Spanish border.
Our first night, after our swift check in and orientation aboard our 40’ Horizon, we strolled to town, enjoyed local Languedoc wine and dinner at the Maison du Cassoulet sampling the specialty dish of slow-cooked white beans, tender pork and duck. Traditional “cassoulet” was a staple historically, especially in meager winters. Wow is it yummy and filling!
While returning over the old stone bridge back to our boat within the fleet, twinkling lights of the village reflected in the canal. We were excited to embark the next morning after a quiet comfy night’s sleep in the berth of our Horizon — Le Boat’s most modern vessel, equipped with a head, shower and full galley kitchen.
Before bed, I read about the fascinating history of the Canal du Midi. It was initially commissioned in 1516 by King Francis who hired Leonardo DaVinci to survey and create the route. Canal construction didn’t commence until 1667 and was completed in 1694, connecting 240 kilometers from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean with aqueducts, bridges and 91 locks to overcome the 620 feet height change in water level.
Designed as a trade route to shorten the otherwise long passage around the Iberian Peninsula, it’s also called the “Canal des Deux Mers” or canal of two seas. This vital trade route for two centuries is now a meandering waterway for pleasure boaters as well as bicyclists riding the tow paths paralleling the canal.
On the first morning, our first lock was the most dramatic, departing Castelnaudary via a series of four locks that descend 9.5 meters in consecutive rushes of water. Captain Greg (my husband) and I established our duties: he’d drive into the narrow stone chamber (thankful for bow thrusters) while I secured lines to the lock shore, ready to adjust as the water floods out.
We traveled in tandem with two other boats, a Swiss family and a German couple. All were experienced boaters, so we developed an efficient rhythm of entering the locks sequentially, tying up, descending and exiting in order.
We cruised 15 locks by noon, then tied to a canal bank for the daily lunchtime lock closure of 12-1:00 p.m. We’d provisioned in Castelnaudary for the perfect picnic of flaky croissants, local ham and cheese, and a glass of Languedoc rosé on our boat’s top sun deck.
When the “Eclusier” (lock operator) returned to open the lock for us, we cruised the canal again with the occasional excitement of encountering oncoming boats in the narrow canal. Some boat captains were better at steering than others.
Our first day, we clocked 19 locks, 26 kilometers from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. We chose to stay overnight in Villesèque, a lovely anchorage with a few other boats tied to the shores. There was no marina, but we could walk to the tiny village over a charming stone bridge to see the church and the Sully elm tree planted in the square, among the last elms still alive in France.
We toasted to our first boat day with wine and cheese on our top deck, and invited over our boat neighbors, a delightful South African couple who proved Le Boat’s international appeal. He’d never boated before, but Le Boat states that you need no prior boating experience.
On Day 2 we cruised under sunny early October skies, loving the canopy of iconic Plane trees that drape some of the river. Unfortunately, much of the 40,000 Plane trees along the 240- kilometer stretch are diseased. Over 25% have the blight and are systematically being cut and burned, a huge undertaking. In parts of the river, trees are being removed, and replanting different species is underway, but it will take time to reestablish the majestic trees.
We arrived midday at the marina of Carcassonne and docked our boat well-positioned for exploring the city, with views of the waterfront park and tour boats coming and going across the Aude River.
Carcassonne exceeded my expectations, and I know now why it’s the second most visited tourist attraction in France (#1 is the Eiffel Tower). La Cité is a massive, fortified castle with 52 spiraling turrets and imposing double walls of rampart circling 3 kilometers perched above a medieval village.
We immediately rode our bikes, provided by our Le Boat charter, up to the fairytale citadel. You can also ride le Petite Train for 7 Euro. Crossing the castle drawbridge, we stepped in to La Cité and the 13th century. Be sure to pay to enter and appreciate the scale of the ramparts and the view of Carcassonne’s lower city and the Pyrenees to the west. Then stroll the maze of medieval cobblestone streets filled with shops and cafés. Lunch at Comte Roger was a chic culinary treat. A real luxury would be to stay at the five-star Hôtel de la Cité for an elegant evening in the illuminated castle.
Back in Carcassonne’s village, we found the grand pedestrian plazas marked by statues and fountains, boutiques, bakeries and casual bistros. It’s a fun city to explore on foot, with provisions aplenty for boaters.
The next morning, after fresh pain au chocolat, we hopped on our bikes to cycle to wineries. Greg guided us with his iPhone’s Komoot app, which maps out recommended hiking and biking routes. Château Auzais (est. 1872) was a wonderful tour and tasting. Our guide described the Occitanie wine’s bouquet as the convergence of Atlantic winds melding with the Mediterranean, as we sipped our favorite wine aptly named “La Cité des Ventes.”
Château de Pennautier was another fantastic estate. The gorgeous 1620 castle was home to the financier of the Canal du Midi construction — the same architect who designed Versailles. The château’s authentic furniture is gorgeous. Reserve an interior castle tour or just stroll the beautiful gardens. From here, we visited the sister winery and restaurant for a lovely lunch and wine tasting of Pennautier’s whites, rosés and reds.
We planned to boat the next day to Trèbes from Carcassonne but biked instead. The tow paths along the canal are ideal, in fact you can cycle faster than you can boat. We waved to fellow charter boats as we breezed by vineyards, farms, locks and bridges. Our return into Carcassonne provided stunning views of two UNESCO World Heritage Sites at once — La Cité Castle and Canal du Midi.
Our return trip from Carcassonne to Castelnaudary only took a day through 24 locks and 30 kilometers with our now well-orchestrated rhythm of navigating locks. Our timing was good for the opening of most locks, and we traveled solo, as mid-October is end of the season the lock keeper told me. Summer is very busy on the canal, with boats in a queue for their turn in locks, and busier marinas.
As for the voyage, I recommend you plan one-way (for an upcharge) for the adventure of all new places along your voyage. The round trip had us retracing our passage, viewing previous scenery. We prefer the excitement of not knowing what’s around the next river bend and discovering new villages.
Also ascending the locks, going upriver, is more difficult. Captain Greg would let me off on a dock before the lock, I’d walk ahead and retrieve his tossed lines to secure the boat, we’d adjust during the rush of cascading water, then I’d board our boat when it came to the top of the full lock.
We felt a tremendous sense of accomplishment, having completed our week with success (i.e. no one fell in, no damage to boat). Our final day was leisurely aboard the boat, walking Castelnaudary’s village to a delightful bakery, to the cathedral and up the hill to the windmill, a wonderful 17th century Moulin with splendid views of Black Mountain and the French countryside. We biked along the canal, then relaxed on our boat’s sun deck viewing the Spanish peaks where we planned to ski in winter.
Our check out was quick but thorough. Le Boat’s fleet varies in age, so I was happy we’d opted for the newer spacious Horizon model. Funny, other couples posed for selfies by our boat preferring our more sophisticated-looking vessel for their posts. Some of the older boats are a bit banged up from lock passages, a testament to the “no license or experience required” policy of Le Boat.
We’re already browsing Le Boat’s itineraries: Italy, Germany, Scotland, Ireland, England, the Netherlands or Canada for our next charter adventure.
PHOTOS BY GREG BURKE
“WOW!” WAS ALL I COULD COME UP WITH when my neighbor asked, “So, how was Croatia?” I simply ran out of adjectives to express the beauty and allure of this country. With its unique combination of history, culture, cuisine, friendly locals, rugged mountains, long coastline and crystalline blue waters, not to mention hosting a world-class boating scene, it’s easy to see how Croatia is becoming a popular destination with something to excite everyone.
If you are looking for history, then exploring one of the many Croatian UNESCO World Heritage Sites will quench your passion for the past. Transport yourself back to the 4th century AD with a stroll through the remnants of a Roman emperor’s palace. Wander through one of the best-preserved Roman coliseums in the world, and you can almost hear gladiators’ swords clashing against wooden shields.
Croatia’s story is woven together with charming medieval hill towns where regal bell towers seem to pierce the heavens. Climb the ancient tower’s stone steps spiraling to the top and be rewarded with breathtaking vistas. Look straight down past the windows with a line of colorful laundry fluttering in the breeze and on to the delightfully twisty cobblestone streets just wide enough for a donkey cart to pass. Now, centuries later these lanes are lined with enticing artisan shops, gelato stands, and tucked into every bend, a little sidewalk café begging to be discovered.
Ruins of castles and fortresses dot not only the coastline but many of the islands. Standing guard, their thick limestone walls once provided safe haven to the residents within, and now only serve as a testament of a more turbulent time. Walk along the massive stone fortifications and peer down into the moat, and one can almost feel the thunder of horse hooves as knights ride across the drawbridge.
Surround yourself in the art of the ages by stepping inside Croatia’s sacred churches and splendid cathedrals, the architecture spanning the Gothic, Romanesque and Baroque periods.
Although it is possible to stay in a Hilton-style hotel or rent a Mediterranean villa by the sea, you have other options. We chose to immerse ourselves in the medieval world by staying in the heart of the old town centers in family-run studio apartments. Sleeping under a roof that dated back 600 years enriched our Croatia experience while also supporting a local family business. These cozy apartments are refurbished to modern standards and are as comfortable as any four-star hotel.
If you’re a nature lover, Croatia boasts eight national parks. One can hike a lake rim and descent onto a series of wooden boardwalks meandering among turquoise waterfalls giving a unique on-the-water view of Mother Nature’s power or try backpacking through an island forest. However, you do not have to go to a national park to be enveloped in nature, as Croatia is a wonderland anywhere you turn.
If you’re into adrenaline sports, Croatia can provide all you need from bungee jumping to zip lining. For those leaning toward adventure with less heart stopping action, cycling, paddleboarding, sea kayaking or snorkeling are popular choices. My favorite jaunt was an all-day off-road dune buggy ride with a final stop at a local winery for a tour and tasting.
Croatia has a long history in winemaking, and wine tourism is becoming increasingly popular. Croatia cuisine reflects the flavors of central Europe, Italy and the Mediterranean. The coast of the Adriatic Sea is famous for its fish and seafood dishes while the inland menu features hearty meat platters. Sharing a border with Italy, it’s not unusual to be enticed with handmade pasta or even pizza.
Wrapped around all these sensory experiences is the Croatian people. Perhaps it’s due to the mild Mediterranean climate that the locals exude, a version of a “malo po malo” or “little by little” attitude that entices us fast-paced city dwellers to slow down and take in life. Pausing for a wine spritzer or cappuccino at a sidewalk café could last hours, and it’s not only quite all right...it’s expected. As a local told us; “There’s no such thing as coffee to-go in Croatia.”
This small country is touted as the number one sailing destination in Europe, and with good reason. Rivaling the West Coast of the United States in length, Croatia’s shores are lined with protected ports and marinas that support a wide range of options for visiting the more than 1,200 islands. So, it’s no wonder that each year many visitors opt to explore Croatia by water.
If your taste leans toward a traditional cruise line, you will find an ample supply of lavish cruise ships capable of hosting more than 3,000 guests making overnight stops at the most popular ports of call.
For those seeking a more intimate experience, it’s increasingly popular to book a cabin on a 20 to 40 passenger luxury yacht. Croatia specializes in these small ship cruise lines, because they can explore tiny islands with hidden coves and access regions of the coast larger ships can’t navigate. Becoming your mobile boutique hotel, these opulent yachts boast the finest service, cuisine, spacious teak sundecks and even jacuzzis to enjoy your final nightcap.
Looking to be captured by the romance of exploring the Adriatic under sail? Then your hot ticket may be booking a cabin on one of the smaller eight to 16 passenger schooners known as gulets. Handcrafted of mahogany, pine and teak, these motor-sailing gulets offer a marvelous blend of modern-day comforts with charms of tradition. Potentially a little more laidback, swimming, sunbathing and just plain relaxing become a favorite pastime of the guests.
If you’re a bit more on the adventurous side, contact one of the many charter boat companies servicing Croatia to reserve your own sailboat or powerboat. Both are available as bareboat or skippered charters. Many choose a local captain to handle the boat and play guide, allowing you to kickback and gain a sense of the culture, all the while discovering his favorite anchorages, villages and local restaurants you would have missed along the way. You just might end the cruise with a new best friend.
If you’re land trekking and want a quick taste of boating life in the Adriatic, wander down to the harbor and book a day cruise from a variety of island tours or dinner cruises offered on small excursion boats.
After a full day of exploring, we often found ourselves joining the locals sitting on the rocky shoreline and hoisting our drinks to yet another magnificent Adriatic sunset.
Ever tasted Grk wine? If not, don’t feel bad. Most people, including wine connoisseurs, have never heard of, much less tasted, Grk “Gerk” wine. This Holy Grail of wines is one of the more elusive vinos in the world that ironically enjoys an almost cult-like following in Croatia.
Among wine specialists, there is no consensus whether this peculiar three letter name comes from the wine’s taste (to locals, Grk translates to bitter) or the origins of the first grapes brought to this area by the Greeks, which is also Grk in Croatian.
Around the 3rd century BC, ancient Greeks settled just off the coast of what is now mainland Croatia to a small island called Korčula bringing their precious vines. The southern slopes provided what Grk likes the most: excellent sandy soil and temperature stability under the influence of the surrounding sea. Vines enjoy sunny days, and locals swear that the grapes also benefit from the added reflection of the sun both off the water and the rocky hillsides behind.
These factors seem to be the sweet spot for cultivating this rare variety; however, the precious microclimate only exists in less than 100 acres of coastal land, which is the entirety of all the Grk planted in the world. Cultivation on other islands or in other parts of the country and the world have failed for the most part, making this one of the rarest grapes and categorized as “almost endangered” by the State Institute for Nature Protection.
To make matters worse, Grk is among the 1% of grape varieties in the world that cannot self-pollinate. Because Grk has only female flowers, it is always planted with the male grape vine nearby to enable pollination. This additional complication also hampers the desire to upscale commercial production.
Limited in production, it’s rare to see Grk wine served or sold outside Korčula. So, the best chance to savor this wine is to visit the handful of family wineries producing Grk. During summer when Korčula welcomes a massive influx of tourists, almost the entire production of Grk wine can be consumed within a season.
Time to start my Grk quest. I took the two-hour ferry ride to the island of Korčula, and a short bus ride left me within walking distance of three family wineries. Confession: I had planned to visit all three wineries, but after I got settled into my wine sampling accompanied by a delectable charcuterie board, I began easing into island time and whiling away the afternoon at just one winery.
A tour of the production was accomplished practically from my seat overlooking the vineyards. I did walk over to view the wine cellar, which had enough room to house only eight wine barrels. These are tiny boutique wineries, and the labor of love that goes into making this wine is evident. I asked the owner if they bottled their wine to sell or import off the island. Looking at me quizzically, he replied that it was for sale only for individuals that came to visit the winery, and they sold out each year.
But was it good? As more of a full-bodied red wine lover, I didn’t know what to expect when he poured this pale golden wine. It was fabulous. It displayed an astounding depth and complexity I usually do not associate with white wine. The taste and texture were dry with hints of pine, citrus and saltiness leaving a subtle touch of tartness or bitterness at the finish.
I left the winery feeling my quest was accomplished. I smiled knowing that the bottle of Grk swaying in my backpack wasn’t going to make it back to the United States in my carry-on luggage, so I’d just have to enjoy it here. Now I have one more reason to return.
My husband, Tim, and I spent most of 2021 and part of 2022 completing the Great Loop on our 31-foot Camano trawler, Sweet Day. One of the most unexpected and best parts of the trip was the opportunity to share our experience with friends and family. Guests stayed overnight, family members joined us for a day cruise, and generous friends brought over meals when we passed through their hometowns. For those who couldn’t experience Sweet Day physically, we shared our journey through our blog and Instagram, and caught up with stories when we got together off the boat.
Boaters who are familiar with liveaboard life know there is no shortage of questions that curious people ask about a nautical lifestyle. Those who are exploring this way of life may feel like there is no end to the questions you could ask.
Below is a compilation of the most common questions we posed to us about our year doing the Great Loop and living full-time on Sweet Day. Hopefully the responses will get you ready for your adventures on this incomparable waterway.
The Great Loop is a 6,000+ mile “loop” around the eastern U.S. and Canadian waterways. The journey takes about a year, if done consecutively, and covers 15+ states and two countries, depending on your route. A few hundred “loopers” complete the journey each year, some doing it all at once, and others covering segments year by year. Loopers plan their journey traveling by seasons to avoid hurricanes in the South and tough winters up North. The America’s Great Loop Cruisers’ Association (AGLCA) is the resource for all things related to the Loop, and we highly encourage checking them out when planning your trip.
If you are currently looping for the first time, it is traditional to fly a white AGLCA burgee or “flag.” Once you complete the loop, it is customary to replace your white burgee with a gold AGLCA burgee to indicate to other boaters that you already completed the full loop. Those who have done the loop more than once fly a platinum burgee. All burgees can be ordered from the AGLCA website. It’s a great way to easily spot and meet other loopers.
Since many of us on the loop travel the same segments of the trip at the same time, it is common to see loopers at a dock, anchorage or cruising by. The AGLCA burgee makes it easy to spot cruisers on the journey, and a lot of loopers also use the Nebo app, which shows where other loopers are physically located, so you can message each other. Sometimes we travel a few days with the same boats; others you may see one day and then meet up again a few weeks later.
Having a flexible schedule and keeping a close eye on the weather kept us mostly out of uncomfortable waters. We used services such as Windy, AccuWeather, and NOAA to anticipate wind speeds and wave heights. We tried to only cruise when waves were under three feet, although twice we found ourselves in five+ foot waves (once on the Chesapeake heading to Annapolis and another heading to Presque Isle, MI, on Lake Huron), because our final destination happened to be closer than trying to find an alternative place of refuge. We also encountered strong wind while at anchor and tied up to docks, especially when the wind was going against the tide outside Savannah. By staying vigilant about our lines and anchor holding, we luckily were never in any danger. They say the boat can handle more than the captain, and thankfully the only thing we ever lost due to weather was a few hours of sleep.
Our trawler had a v-berth with enough room for us to sleep comfortably. Often when we were near friends and family, they would offer for us to stay on land. Sometimes we took them up on it, but we preferred to stay on Sweet Day. Just like a land house, Sweet Day had all our comforts of home (because it was our home), and anytime we didn’t have to pack a bag was a plus.
We ate about 75% of our meals on the boat using our tiny kitchen equipped with a small oven, three-burner stove, microwave, fridge and some pantry space. We ate out if we found a must-see place or were exhausted from a long day and not in the mood to cook. But often we were not close to a restaurant and had to be creative with what was in our pantry. We went to a grocery store two to three times a week by bike and would get enough fresh food for about three dinners (and snacks for lunches) but were limited by what we could carry and store in our boat. Because we didn’t have space for a ton of food, and sometimes our meals were whatever we had on board, so we wasted a lot less food than when living on land.
We get this question all the time, and it’s still challenging to answer. Each part of the trip (inland rivers, Gulf of Mexico, Intracoastal Waterway, Chesapeake Bay, Delaware and Hudson Rivers, Erie Canal, Great Lakes) posed their unique challenges, breathtaking scenery, regional cuisine and character. The loop has too many special places to mark our favorites as each place we stopped shaped our journey, whether it was having a conversation with a dock hand to enjoying a locally made beer, to attending a community BBQ. Our country’s waterways are beautiful and a critical part of our infrastructure, and the life that is built around them is always worth experiencing.
Mostly no, but sometimes we were very aware we were living together on a 31-foot boat. We learned communication is key and ultimately felt very fortunate to be on this journey together. Before the trip, we heard about the “80/80 Marriage,” which is the concept that spouses should not try to ensure each is doing their fair share (or 50/50), but each should aim to do 80%. This mindset helped a lot. At night lying in bed, I may say, “I forgot to turn off the water pump. Tim, can you do an 80 for me and get up and turn it off?” Or Tim would comment, “Kate, you really pulled an 80 on cooking dinner and doing the dishes.” We couldn’t imagine doing this trip with anyone else.
We consider us both the captain. While we both have our strengths, each of us was involved in almost every aspect of the boat. We both drove, troubleshot boat problems, navigated, planned routes, grocery shopped, cleaned and so on. From a safety standpoint, it was important both of us could take on responsibilities should something happen to the other. This was our journey, and it was vital to us that we both were involved in decisions and operations that made this adventure possible.
Article and photos by Kate Carney
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The writer is a Lahore-based critic, short story writer and author of Urdu Adab ki Tashkeel e Jadid (criticism) and Farishta Nahi Aya (short stories).
Iftikhar Arif’s new volume of poems testifies to his command over the art of poetry
Reform of the modern Urdu canon was an ambitious project having no parallel in the history of imperialism
Writing is an act of creating order out of disorder, coherence out of chaos and an attempt at making absurdity bearable
The recently concluded LLF was all about the connection between art and fiction, and how culture blurs all boundaries between various genres
The number of conformist literature writers is on the rise in Pakistan while it is getting increa ingly hard to find new dissident popular writers
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David Sousa specializes in American politics, including public policy, the presidency and Congress, political economy, environmental policy, and images of corruption in American political culture. He is co-author of American Environmental Policy: Beyond Gridlock (MIT Press, 2008, 2013), which won the American Political Science Association’s Lynton Keith Caldwell Prize for best book in its field in a three-year period. He has also contributed to prominent journals on environmental policy topics. Souza has researched and written about how the efforts of environmentalists have transformed the polity and how—despite legislative gridlock and opposition from the right—environmentalists have continued to leverage the legislative victories of the 1960s and 1970s, such as the Endangered Species Act. Sousa explores how this has forced a “green drift”—a slow and hotly contested drift of policy in directions favored by environmentalists. Other publications include “Shaky Ground: The Mining Law of 1872,” for the Pacific Northwest Political Science Association (2013), and “The Resilience of the Northwest Forest Plan: Green Drift?” for Journal of Environmental Studies and Sciences (2011). Sousa has been working on a book tentatively titled Wide Open Spaces, about the American green state and the environmental conflicts surrounding hard rock mining projects.
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Monthly job numbers were released, and there are fewer workers in the workplace again, many of them leaving the job hunt discouraged. We talk to a discouraged worker about that choice. Plus, Bank of America is creating a new relationship between you and their ATMs -- they'll let you live chat with “tellers” who can assist you. All $1 bills for your $100 deposit? They can make it happen. At the top of the corporate food chain, corporate heads have been rolling this week, as boards punish poor performers. JC Penney cut their top executive's pay by 96 percent. We try to figure out why he's staying on with all the missing zeroes on his pay check.
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The Chinese are celebrating the annual tomb sweeping holiday, a day when people sweep the gravestones of their ancestors and burn money, paper villas, and cardboard consumer products in the belief that it'll comfort deceased loved ones.
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The Brazil international suffered a knock in training and could miss the start of the 2021-22 campaign.
Alex Telles has picked up an ankle injury that will see him remain on the sidelines for “a few weeks”, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has confirmed.
Telles was not included in Manchester United’s matchday squad for the friendly against Queens Park Rangers on Saturday.
Having twisted his ankle at the club’s training camp at Pennyhill Park, the left-back will also likely play no part in the next three pre-season warm-up games.
The Red Devils face Brentford up next and then take on Preston before concluding their pre-season with a match against Everton.
August 14 will see them kick off their new Premier League campaign by locking horns with bitter rivals Leeds United at Old Trafford.
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David Brunt, who played the Hobo in the original Grindhouse (2007) trailer, appears as a shotgun-wielding dirty cop in the scene where the cops go out to hunt down the hobos. He screams, "We're all dirty cops!" He was offered the chance to reprise his role as the Hobo for the film but was hesitant about it, believing he would not be able to carry an entire movie on his own. Rutger Hauer was then cast when Brunt turned down the role.
While shot on a Red Epic camera, the film was digitally post-processed in order to make it look like it was shot on color reversal stock cross-processed in negative chemicals, which results in highly saturated, shifted colors.
The song that plays over the end credits is "Run With Us" by Lisa Lougheed. It was originally written as the theme song for the animated series The Raccoons (1985), which, like this film, was produced in Canada.
The featured Hope Town Gazette articles have different titles and bylines, each naming a different production/crew member; however, each "article" has the same text content, originally written by Todd Brown of Twitch.com, who was one of the first to announce the upcoming film. That text begins with, "Yes, kids, I've been sitting on this for a while now, but with the director and star both talking about it publicly in recent days, I suppose the muzzle is off."
Although this was filmed in an English-speaking province, Canada is a bilingual country with mostly English-speaking citizens--there are a few French communities and two French-speaking provinces. In the school bus scene, you can see "sortie de secours" on the rear window of the bus, which is French for "emergency exit".
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For the scene in which Logan is decapitated, one of the bystanders was a former blind man, who had recently had corrective surgery. One of the first images he saw as a newly sighted man was that of the decapitation and the subsequent sexy dance in the shower of blood.


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Petunia: Shanin Wild (Petunia violacea)
Grown as: Annual: 1-8
Maturity (Blooms): Summer
Light: Full Sun
Water: Medium. Water seedlings until they become established. Mature plants tolerate some drought, though they flourish with occasional watering.
Soil Moisture: Medium. Lightly moist
Soil Moisture: Low
Beneficial Insects?: Yes. It attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, and has good pest resistance.
Containers?" Yes. This spreading, plant makes an excellent choice for hanging baskets, borders, and containers
Sow Depth: On soil surface.
USDA Zone: 3a-9b
Produces: Lovely violet trumpet-shaped flowers up to two inches across.
Petunias are ideal as companion plants because they are nature’s version of a pesticide. They repel a variety of pests including the asparagus beetle, leafhoppers and tomato worms. They are also effective against some types of aphids and Mexican bean beetles.
Some of the plants that thrive when you plant petunias as companions include brassicas, beans, basil, tomatoes, grapes, corn and peppers. Roses also fare well when this natural insect deterrent is planted in proximity.
Protecting Your Vegetable Harvest
The brassica family includes broccoli, cabbage, brussel sprouts and cauliflower. When planting with broccoli or cabbage, petunias will increase the likelihood of you getting a good harvest because they trap cabbage worms. These “worms” are in fact a species of caterpillar that will eat through an entire crop if left unchecked so the best, organic method for you to control these pests is to plant petunias in your cabbage beds.
Tomatoes, potatoes, eggplants and tobacco are part of the same family and are susceptible to the same type of pests such as aphids, hornworms, cabbage loopers, Japanese beetles and weevils. Planting petunias or geraniums among your crops will either distract or repel these pests from your harvest plants.
Protecting Grape Vines
Grape vines attract a large variety of pests from aphids, mites and moths, to nematodes. Certain nematode species attack grape vine roots, which lead to stunted growth because the nutrient and water absorption cycle is affected. Companion planting around grape vines of petunias will protect your grapes from most of these pests and guarantee better vigor and health for your plants.
Companion planting is the best way for you to control pests in your garden naturally and cleanly. Commercially available pesticides contain chemicals that cannot be considered beneficial to your health.
Attracting Beneficial Insects with Companion Plants
Petunias are one of the most reliable companion plants due to the wide range of pests they repel. Their scent also attracts bees, butterflies and moths to your vegetable garden which are all beneficial to your plants as they help with pollination. In addition, they also add beauty to your garden. A cabbage patch takes on a whole new look if your cabbage plants are interspersed with petunias.
Beans: Kentucky Wonder Pole (Heirloom) (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Beans: Lazy Housewife Pole (Heirloom) (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Bean: Royalty Purple Pod Green (Heirloom) (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Broccoli: Green Sprouting Calabrese (Organic) (Brassica oleracea var. italica)
Broccoli: Purple Sprouting (Heirloom) (Brassica oleracea var. italica)
Broccoli: Waltham 29 (Heirloom) (Brassica oleracea var. italica)
Brussels Sprout: Long Island Improved (Heirloom) (Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera)
Cabbage: Early Jersey Wakefield (Heirloom) (Brassica oleracea var. capitata)
Cabbage: Late Flat Dutch (Heirloom) (Brassica oleracea var. capitata)
Cabbage: Red Acre (Heirloom) (Brassica oleracea var. capitata)
Cabbage is considered one of the oldest cultivated vegetables, since historians trace it back to 4,000 BC in China. The Romans also cultivated it and praised it for its healing qualities; philosophers Pythagoras and Cato both made the lowly cabbage the subject of a book. Jacques Cartier brought the first cabbage to America in 1536. Cabbages were quite popular in colonial America, being pickled and preserved in every possible way to provide food for the winter.
Cabbage, Chinese: Pak Choi (Heirloom) (Brassica rapa var. chinensis)
Cauliflower: Snowball Y Improved (Heirloom) (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis)
Corn: Country Gentleman-Open Pollinated (Heirloom) (Zea mays)
Corn: Golden Bantam-Open Pollinated (Heirloom) (Zea mays)
Eggplant: Black Beauty (Heirloom) (Solanum melongena var. esculentum)
Eggplant: Long Purple (Heirloom) (Solanum melongena)
This Italian heirloom eggplant, Long Purple, produces dark purple cucumber-shaped fruit with firm, mild flesh. Good yields, especially in northern climates! Plants will typically produce 4 or more 8-10" fruits with harvest beginning in 70 to 80 days. Average water needs. Some parts of plant are poisonous if ingested.
Kohlrabi: Purple Vienna (Heirloom) (Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes)
Mustard: Red Giant (Heirloom) (Brassica juncea)
Mustard greens originated near the Himalayan region of northern India, where they have been growing for thousands of years. Chinese, Japanese, and African cuisine also make use of this peppery vegetable. Though not particularly well known in most parts of the United States, mustard greens are a traditional part of culture in the southern region.
Mustard: Tendergreen (Heirloom) (Brassica rapa var. perviridis)
Tomato: Beefsteak (Heirloom) (Lycopersicon lycopersicum)
Hot Pepper: Anaheim Chili (Heirloom) (Capsicum annuum)
Hot Peppers: Habanero (Heirloom) (Capsicum chinense)
Hot Pepper: Hungarian Yellow Hot Wax (Heirloom) (Capsicum annuum)
Hot Peppers: Jalapeno (Organic) (Capsicum annuum)
Hot Peppers: Long Red Cayenne (Organic) (Capsicum annuum)
Hot Peppers: Serrano (Heirloom) (Capsicum annuum)
Hot Peppers: Tabasco (Heirloom) (Capsicum annuum)
Sweet Pepper: Banana (Heirloom) (Capsicum annuum)
Sweet Pepper: California Wonder 300 TMR Bell (Heirloom) (Capsicum annuum)
Sweet Peppers: Chocolate Bell (Heirloom) (Capsicum annuum)
Sweet Pepper: Purple Beauty Bell (Heirloom) (Capsicum annuum)
Tomato: Amana Orange (Heirloom) (Lycopersicon lycopersicum)
Tomato: Black Krim (Heirloom) (Lycopersicon lycopersicum)
Tomato: Green Zebra (Heirloom) (Lycopersicon lycopersicum)
Tomato: Hillbilly (Heirloom) (Lycopersicon lycopersicum)
Tomato: Italian Roma (Heirloom) (Lycopersicon lycopersicum)
Tomato: Sweetie Cherry (Heirloom) (Lycopersicon lycopersicum)
Tomato: Yellow Pear (Heirloom) (Lycopersicon lycopersicum)
Basil: Clove Scented (Ocimum basilicum)
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Can anyone learn how to draw?
Have you ever wished you could create beautiful, lifelike drawings? Maybe you’ve seen incredible artworks and wondered if you could ever achieve the same level of skill. The good news is, anyone can learn how to draw! Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience, this article will provide you with a step-by-step guide to help you unleash your inner artist. So, grab your pencil and let’s get started!
The Basics: Getting started with drawing
What are the essential tools for drawing?
Before we dive into the techniques, let’s make sure you have the right tools. Here are the basic supplies you’ll need:
- Paper: Choose a smooth, heavyweight paper that can handle different drawing mediums.
- Pencils: Invest in a set of graphite pencils with varying degrees of hardness (HB, 2B, 4B, 6B, etc.).
- Eraser: Get a kneaded eraser for easy and precise corrections.
- Sharpener: Use a quality pencil sharpener to keep your pencils sharp.
How do you hold a pencil for drawing?
Now that you have your tools ready, let’s discuss the proper way to hold a pencil. Hold it loosely between your thumb and index finger, resting it on the middle finger. This grip allows for better control and fluidity of movement.
What are the basic drawing techniques?
Drawing involves a combination of techniques and skills. Here are a few fundamental techniques to start with:
- Contour drawing: This involves drawing the outline of an object. Focus on the edges and the main shapes.
- Shading: Shading adds depth and dimension to your drawings. Use varying levels of pressure to create light and dark areas.
- Cross-hatching: Cross-hatching is a technique where you create a series of parallel lines that intersect. Use it to add texture and value to your drawings.
Developing Your Skills: Practice makes perfect!
How do you improve your observational skills?
Observation is key to improving your drawing skills. Train yourself to see the world around you in terms of shapes, lines, and values. Practice drawing simple objects, like a cup or an apple, and gradually move on to more complex subjects.
How do you develop a sense of proportion?
Proportions ensure that your drawings look realistic and accurate. Pay attention to the relationship between different parts of your subject. Use simple measuring techniques, like comparing heights and widths, to achieve proper proportions.
What are some exercises to improve your drawing skills?
To take your skills to the next level, incorporate these exercises into your practice routine:
- Gesture drawing: Gesture drawing involves capturing the essence and movement of a subject in quick, loose sketches. It improves your ability to observe and draw quickly.
- Still life studies: Set up a still life arrangement and draw it from different angles. This exercise helps you understand light and shadow, as well as composition.
- Life drawing: Attend life drawing classes or draw from photographs of people. Drawing the human figure challenges your skills and helps you understand anatomy.
Taking it Further: Exploring different mediums and styles
What are some other drawing mediums you can try?
Once you feel comfortable with pencil drawing, you can explore other mediums to broaden your artistic horizons. Some popular options include charcoal, colored pencils, pastels, and ink.
How can you develop your own personal style?
Developing your own unique style takes time and experimentation. Explore different subject matters, techniques, and mediums. Allow yourself to be influenced by other artists, but also trust your own instincts and preferences. With practice, your style will emerge naturally.
How can drawing benefit your overall well-being?
Drawing is not only a form of creative expression but also a therapeutic activity. It helps reduce stress, improve focus, and enhance mindfulness. So, take a break from your daily routine and indulge in the world of drawing. You’ll be amazed at its positive impact on your well-being.
Conclusion: Drawing is for everyone!
In conclusion, learning how to draw is an accessible and enjoyable journey that anyone can embark on. With the right tools, techniques, and regular practice, you can unlock your artistic potential and create stunning artworks. So, don’t wait any longer – grab your sketchbook and start drawing today!
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Latitude: 52.3723 / 52°22'20"N
Longitude: 1.0993 / 1°5'57"E
OS Eastings: 611075
OS Northings: 279442
OS Grid: TM110794
Mapcode National: GBR THY.8RB
Mapcode Global: VHL97.0MHQ
Entry Name: 28 29, Fair Green
Listing Date: 8 June 1972
Source: Historic England
Source ID: 1049732
English Heritage Legacy ID: 224796
Location: Diss, South Norfolk, Norfolk, IP22
District: South Norfolk
Civil Parish: Diss
Built-Up Area: Diss
Traditional County: Norfolk
Lieutenancy Area (Ceremonial County): Norfolk
Church of England Parish: Diss St Mary
Church of England Diocese: Norwich
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C18/19. 2 storey, one window each, semi-detached, plastered, red brick
front face. 3-light casements, rendered lintols as flat arches at ground
floor. 4-panel doors, glazed upper half, trellis perches. Central chimney.
Nos 28 to 36 (consec) form a group facing the Green together with
Nos 82 to 86 (consec) Denmark Street.
Listing NGR: TM1107579442
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| HMS Lancaster|
Broken up, 1773
3 April 1694
| Wyatt, Bursledon|
18 ft 6 in (5.6 m)
| 80-gun third rate ship of the line|
1,198 long tons (1,217.2 t)
HMS Lancaster (1694) Wikipedia
HMS Lancaster was an 80-gun third rate ship of the line of the Royal Navy, launched at Bursledon on 3 April 1694.
She was rebuilt according to the 1719 Establishment at Portsmouth, from where she was relaunched on 1 September 1722. After this time, her armament of 80 guns, previously carried on two gundecks, was carried on three, though she continued to be classified as a third rate. On 15 February 1743 she was ordered to be taken to pieces and rebuilt at Woolwich Dockyard as a 66-gun third rate according to the 1741 proposals of the 1719 Establishment. This rebuild returned her to a two-decker, and she was relaunched on 22 April 1749.
Lancaster was broken up in 1773.


MP3 Pulse Duplicator
The MP3 is a pulse duplicator designed to generate physiological flows and pressures for testing heart valves while giving full visibility of the device.
Aortic and Peripheral Flow Loops
Combining adjustable vascular clamps with compliant vascular vessels, one can independently adjust systolic and diastolic pressure as well as vascular resistance. When coupled with the programmable pumping system, the MP3 gives a high degree of control over all flow and pressure parameters.
The Motion Control System
The drive system combines the versatility of a programmable stepper or servomotor with a piston. Each cycle can be broken up into as many as 121,600 steps, although most applications use between 1,000 and 2,000 steps. The waveform generated by the motor can be defined with as many as 500 control statements. This versatility allows the user to contour flow and pressure traces with an accuracy not previously attainable with a pulse duplicator. This system provides absolute control of dP/dt which is essential to the elimination of mechanical valve cavitation problems.
MP3 Flow Loop
The MP3 Flow Loop represents several breakthroughs in the technology of designing and operating a cardiovascular simulator. First, LabVIEW®-based computer control and acquisition software gives the user a single programming source to both control the pumping system as well as monitor the important parameters. Custom systems can be designed to automatically adjust to vary performance (i.e. ventricular pressure, flow, etc.) to give true computer control to the system. Analyses can include laser, ultrasound or photographic recording capabilities. The MP3 also utilizes a ventricular design that can be adapted to include varying ventricular compliances if necessary.
Optical transparency of the MP3 system provides viewing when visual, photographic, ultrasound or laser Doppler studies of the valves are of interest. The ventricle chamber and valve holders are machined with ports and adapters to accept aortic flow, aortic pressure, mitral flow, mitral pressure and ventricular pressure transducers. Properties are not subject to change due to age or usage of the acrylic components.
Left Ventricle Chamber
The design of the left ventricle allows for an optically transparent and unobstructed view of the inlet and outlet sides of both the mitral and aortic valves simultaneously. Adapters allow mitral valves of all sizes to be tested. Aortic valve chambers fit into the MP3 to allow for the testing of all sizes of aortic valves. The simple insertion design does not require total emptying of the MP3 to change valves. Customized valve holders optimize the flow dynamics of the ventricle to simulate in vivo flow conditions.
Cardiovascular implants — Cardiac valve prostheses — Part 1: General requirements
Cardiovascular implants — Cardiac valve prostheses — Part 2: Surgically implanted heart valve substitutes
Cardiovascular implants — Cardiac valve prostheses — Part 3: Heart valve substitutes implanted by transcatheter techniques
MP3 Test Section for Heart Valve
MP3 Heart Valve Testing Software


Carbon Monoxide (CO) is colorless, odorless gas that can sicken or kill home occupants. It is created by combustion in furnaces, boilers, water heaters, and gas ovens. We perform the following tests to determine if you have a CO problem:
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They were his scullions, marmitons, turnspits, or whatever you like to call it.
In what respects does he show himself different from the other scullions?
The meanest of her scullions knew of the coming woe before she knew it.
Or have been bastinadoed, whipped, and given up to the cooks and scullions for it.
It was Benots voice, waking the scullions, the cook and the concierge.
Over a platter of cold venison, he frowned on his scullions.
He had been in turn the companion of pirates and priests, of scullions and captains.
Then all the cooks and scullions sprang after it, knocking at it with their aprons.
Have Caesar's centurions changed manners with his scullions?
Nay, but I dare say they be short two scullions at the present hour.

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Through a revolutionary technology that unlocks his genetic memories, Callum Lynch (Michael Fassbender) experiences the adventures of his ancestor, Aguilar de Nerha, in 15th Century Spain. Callum discovers he is descended from a mysterious secret society, the Assassins, and amasses incredible knowledge and skills to take on the oppressive and powerful Templar organization in the present day.Written by
According to producers, Justin Kurzel directed huge action sequences really fast thanks to his high level of organization. For example, they prepared horses for five weeks for an action scene, but the scene itself was shot within three days. See more »
In the opening scenes Young Cal has several scrapes on his face after crashing his bike, which disappear when he finds his mother dead and then reappear in the next scene when he is running across the roofs. See more »
For centuries, the order of the Knights Templar have searched for the mythical Apple of Eden. They believe it contains not only the seeds of man's first disobedience, but the key to the free will itself. If they find the relic and decode its secrets, they will have the power to control all freedom of thought. Only the brotherhood called the Assassins stands in their way...
Andalucia, Spain, 1492
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All in all pretty good
Assassins Creed is by no means perfect, but I did enjoy it. The film has the classic setting from Assassins Creed games, a modern day protagonist enters the Animus to relive the memories of his ancestor. The film does a pretty good job explaining the series mythos to those unfamiliar with the games. Sadly, we don't spend as much time with the ancestor Aquilar as we do with the present day Cal, and Aquilar feels under developed as a character. The movie also felt a bit short. It really could have benefited from a longer run time, to give more character development to the ancestors, and explain some of the characters motivations better. The action in this movie is great, the story is solid, and the characters (that are properly developed) are interesting. Both Fassbender and Irons play their roles well. Overall a decent movie any Assassins Creed fan would enjoy. The critics like to bash it because it's a video game movie, and it's cool to hate video game movies, but it's not bad at all. 8/10
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Big Data - Big Opportunity
Significant increases in the volume of data available from multiple sources such as sensors, mobile devices, online transactions and social networks is creating a huge opportunity for companies of all sizes to make a significant impact on their overall business growth by improving products, services, customer experience and productivity.
However, according to Gartner Predicts 2012 research, more than 85% of Fortune 500 organizations will be unable to effectively exploit Big Data by 2015. This is mostly because the Big Data deluge facing organizations is:
Key for Success: Accessibility and Relevance
In order to extract substantial value from Big Data, companies need to be able to automatically access in real-time only relevant data that will have material impact on their business. Companies must have the flexibility to define and dynamically update their data access and collection strategies regardless of the data source, type or format. This type of relevant available data will enable intelligent and actionable decision making that will transform businesses into agile, data-driven and more successful organizations.
Kapow Katalyst for Big Data
Forrester analysts estimate enterprises use only 5% of their available data. With Katalyst, organizations can tap into large and growing numbers of underutilized data sources, internal or out-side of their firewall, and extract the right data they need. Massive amounts of data can be collected, transformed and delivered to new noSQL data stores for processing with technologies such as Hadoop.
Katalyst enables enterprises to access and integrate web, on-premise or cloud-based data, regardless of the availability of APIs, supporting all current and future data sources. With Katalyst real-time application integration platform, companies can gain access to the necessary data at the right speed and quality for generating meaningful intelligence that can help save costs, grow revenue, create new compelling products, improve customer experience and improve overall business growth.


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Venue: Stage Under the Canopy 1 Forks Market Rd. Winnipeg Join Culture Days Manitoba at The Stage Under the Canopy for student focused performances from 11am-2pm. If you are a class enjoying workshops or just a music lover, this is great place to soak up Manitoba talent and enjoy your lunch. See individual events in this HUB for more details. This ev…


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In the world of visual storytelling, there exist those extraordinary individuals who possess the remarkable ability to capture the essence of a moment and transform it into an everlasting memory. Such individuals are professional photographers extraordinaire. They are the visual poets who weave emotions and experiences into frames, etching them into the annals of time. They are the silent observers who translate the language of light into tales that will transcend generations. One such luminary in this realm is a professional photographer who excels in the art of creating lasting impressions. At the core of a professional photographer extraordinaire’s work lies a profound passion for storytelling. They approach each project, each click of the shutter, with an unwavering commitment to encapsulate the unique narrative of their subjects. Whether it’s a newlywed couple on their special day, the innocence of a child’s smile, the vibrant colors of a bustling marketplace, or the serenity of a natural landscape, they have the extraordinary ability to make these moments stand still in time.
But what sets a professional photographer extraordinaire apart is not merely their technical expertise but their remarkable knack for understanding human emotions. They possess an innate talent for connecting with their subjects, which allows them to capture the essence of a moment in its purest form. It’s their skill in making their subjects feel comfortable, relaxed, and authentic in front of the camera that gives their work a soulful touch. It’s not just a picture; it’s a story, an emotion, a journey. The art of creating lasting impressions demands an acute sense of aesthetics and an eye for detail. A professional photographer extraordinaire is not content with capturing a scene; they craft it. Every frame is meticulously composed, every element thoughtfully arranged. Their sense of timing and composition is impeccable, ensuring that each image is a visual masterpiece, evoking emotions and narratives that unfold with every glance.
In this digital age, the professional photographer extraordinaire embraces cutting-edge technology and continually hones their skills. They master the tools of the trade, be it the latest cameras, post-processing software, or innovative techniques, to ensure that their work remains at the forefront of the industry. They adapt, they evolve, and they push the boundaries of their art, all in the quest to create lasting impressions that resonate with their clients and audiences. What truly sets a professional photographer extraordinaire apart is their unwavering dedication to their craft. They go to great lengths to capture the perfect shot, whether it means enduring the elements, Photographer Jersey City traveling to remote locations, or working tirelessly through long hours. It’s this commitment to excellence that distinguishes them as extraordinary in their field. The legacy of a professional photographer extraordinaire lies in the indelible marks they leave on the lives of their clients. Their work adorns mantelpieces, graces albums, and fills social media feeds, but more importa


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Immunicon Announces Laboratory Services and Assay Development Agreements with Merck SeronoHUNTINGDON VALLEY, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 29, 2007 - Immunicon Corporation (NASDAQ-GM:IMMC) announced today that it has entered into laboratory service and assay development agreements with Merck Serono, Geneva, Switzerland, a division of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany. The agreements cover laboratory service testing and development of specialized biomarker assays based on Circulating Tumor Cells (CTCs), within the scope of an early clinical drug study. With the results of the tests performed within the scope of the agreements, researchers at Merck Serono may be able to examine biological activity of the drug(s) being evaluated, both early in the course of treatment and early in the drug development process. Moreover, the new assays developed under the agreement may eventually help doctors to identify patients who have a high probability of responding to the drug under investigation.
Leon Terstappen, M.D. PhD, Chief Scientific Officer of Immunicon, said, "We are looking forward to starting this collaboration with Merck Serono. The ability to 'interrogate' the extremely rare circulating cells once isolated from peripheral blood gives unprecedented opportunities to see 'real-time' what is happening with tumor cells in patients upon exposure to investigational drugs. On top of testing kinetics of circulating tumor cells, which may give important information on drug activity itself, the assays we will be developing in this project may provide predictive information as to who is likely to react to the drug and who is not. This can ultimately be an important tool on the way to personalizing cancer therapy."
Byron D. Hewett, President and Chief Executive Officer of Immunicon, commented, "We are very pleased to work with Merck Serono, a global company focusing on innovative small molecules and biopharmaceuticals. The laboratory service testing and the specialized assay we will develop is yet another example of the value of rare cell isolation and analysis in oncology drug development studies."
About Immunicon Corporation
Immunicon Corporation is developing and commercializing proprietary cell- and molecular-based human diagnostic and life science research products with an initial focus on cancer disease management. Immunicon has developed platform technologies for selection and analysis of rare cells in blood, such as circulating tumor cells and circulating endothelial cells that are important in many diseases and biological processes. Immunicon's products and underlying technology platforms also have application in the clinical development of cancer drugs and in cancer research and may have applications in other fields of medicine, such as cardiovascular and infectious diseases. For more information, please visit www.immunicon.com
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Posted: August 2007

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Take time to cook the chickpeas properly, and season ever-so-gradually, until the heat of the garlic, and the zing of the lemon suits your particular idea of perfection, and you'll remember just why this unassuming Middle Eastern staple stole our hearts in the first place. Soaking : 8 h, Preparation : 15 min, Cooking : 45 min. The smallish pods can frequently be found in Middle Eastern and Latino markets as well as at the occasional farmers market stand. +
3. Drain the chickpeas well and add to the bowl of a food processor, along with the garlic, lemon juice, jalapeño and ½ cup oil, processing until almost smooth but with a little texture. It may need a little more lemon for my taste. 1-877-570-1035 (toll-free), © 2005-2020 Sukha Technologies Inc.
She soaks the dried chickpeas in cold water and a mixture of bicarb, flour and salt – the last, according to Harold McGee, speeds the eventual cooking time, but reduces the swelling of starch granules within the beans, giving a "mealy internal texture, rather than a smooth one", but the rationale behind the flour I'm unable to fathom. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with pine nuts and a pinch of paprika (optional). The beauty of hummus, as far as I'm concerned, is how easy it is to sling together at the last minute from the cupboard – a tin of chickpeas… Place chickpeas in a medium pot and cover with water by 1". A thick Middle Eastern dip made from mashed chickpeas and «tahini» (sesame seed paste), seasoned with lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil. Thanks to chickpeas, this recipe is an excellent source of fibre, folic acid, several minerals and vitamins B1, B3 (niacin) and B6.
Cook the chickpeas about 45 min. 59 %. Put the chickpeas in a bowl and cover with twice the volume of cold water. 12 ounces fresh shelled chickpeas or garbanzo beans, plus extra for garnish, ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for garnish, 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, more if needed, Mixed Melons With Rosewater Granita and Pistachios, Goat Cheese With Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Caramelized Garlic, Rehydrating Dry-Packed Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Chopped Pear Salad With Buttermilk Dressing. Reader Sandi Coffey is a big fan of the green chickpea hummus at the Rooftop by JG in Beverly Hills. Once the water is boiling, lower the heat so that it is a low boil. Aside from that, great! Tip -- Tahini often separates in the can or jar. Drain chickpeas, reserving liquid. While the food processor is running, slowly pour in the water. I forgot to add to my previous review--add a can of water to the chickpeas & baking soda before boiling and drain afterwards. Find your inspiration with recipes, ideas, tips, and more! Hummus may be simple, but that doesn't mean it's easy – there's an awful lot of disappointing dips out there.


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Suspect in East Coast rapes held on $1.5M bail
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NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — The man suspected of terrorizing women with sexual assaults from Virginia to Rhode Island over 12 years asked, “Why haven’t you picked me up sooner?” when he was arrested last week, a prosecutor said Monday in court.
Aaron Thomas, 39, made his first court appearance in New Haven Superior Court in Connecticut, wearing sunglasses and a baseball cap. The man responsible for the attacks has been dubbed the “East Coast Rapist” by authorities.
Prosecutor David Strollo said Mr. Thomas, an unemployed truck driver, described himself as having “a Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” personality regarding women. Mr. Strollo said Mr. Thomas made incriminating statements about his involvement in the rapes to a marshal.
Mr. Thomas‘ public defender, Joe Lopez, said he had attempted to waive his client’s appearance at the court hearing, which a judge denied. Mr. Lopez declined to comment afterward. Bail was set at $1.5 million.
Mr. Strollo said DNA from a cigarette that police saw Mr. Thomas discard after leaving a local court was used to confirm that Mr. Thomas was the man wanted in the attacks, which began in 1997. He said Mr. Thomas has lived in New Haven for about four years.
Mr. Thomas was arrested Friday on Connecticut charges of first-degree sexual assault and risk of injury to a minor. He tried to hang himself Saturday in his cell but was returned to jail after a brief hospital stay.
The East Coast Rapist is wanted for 17 rapes and other attacks in Connecticut, Maryland, Rhode Island and Virginia that began in 1997.
Authorities recently put up electronic billboards in the states where the attacks occurred and neighboring states, and they said a tip from Prince William County, Va., directed them to Mr. Thomas. Authorities in Prince William County are charging him with rape, abduction, being a fugitive and using of a firearm while committing a felony.
Mr. Thomas previously lived in Maryland and Virginia, according to public records.
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Canada’s Federal Court of Appeals has rejected the government’s approval to triple the capacity of the Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline in a major victory for indigenous groups and environmentalists. On Thursday, Justice Eleanor Dawson nullified licensing for the $7.4 billion project and brought construction to a halt until the National Energy Board and the federal government complete court-ordered fixes. Her ruling cited inadequate consultations with indigenous peoples affected by the project, and found the National Energy Board’s assessment of the expansion was so flawed that the federal Cabinet should not have relied on it during the approval process. Just minutes after the court’s decision, Kinder Morgan’s shareholders agreed to sell the existing pipeline and the expansion project to the federal government for $4.5 billion. Prime Minister Trudeau had announced in May that Canada would purchase the pipeline. This means the government now owns the project as its expansion faces years of further review. We speak with Winona LaDuke, Native American activist and executive director of the group Honor the Earth, and Eriel Deranger, founder and executive director of the group Indigenous Climate Action.
Eriel Deranger founder and executive director of the group Indigenous Climate Action and a member of the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation.
Winona LaDuke Native American activist with the Ojibwe Nation and executive director of the group Honor the Earth. She lives and works on the White Earth reservation in northern Minnesota.

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