UFC 99 Flashback: Rich Franklin Beats Wanderlei Silva In Epic Main Event

By Ross Everett

From poor ticket sales to a downright hostile German media, UFC 99 was one headache after another for Dana White and company. That was all forgotten thanks to an entertaining fight card highlighted by a main event between Rich Franklin and Wanderlei Silva. Franklin would ultimately win the unanimous decision victory, but the fight itself far exceeded the expectations of most fans.

For the most part, Franklin picked Silva apart throughout the course of the fight (to quote UFC color commentator Joe Rogan) and deserved the unanimous decision verdict. What made the fight exceptional were the occasional glimpses of the old Axe Murderer. Late in the second and third rounds, Silva tagged Franklin with hard punches that left him clearly stunned. The uncertainty was enough to make the main event a very entertaining and exciting fight.

In the co-main event, heavyweight phenom Cain Velasquez survived a few nervous moments to put in a wall to wall domination of Cheick Kongo. Velasquez was rocked by Kongos punches early in rounds one and two, but quickly recovered to take the fight to the ground where he mauled the Frenchman. The result was an impressive victory for Velasquez over a top level opponent, but his struggles against Kongos standup game left several unanswered questions. The most compelling concern, of course, is that Velesquez might have a weak chin and simply not be able to take a punch particularly well. His problems could also be tactical or simply a case of not having enough patience"rushing his takedown attempts and eating punches rather than work for a less risky opportunity. In any case, his stand up defense needs to be upgraded significantly before he can think about competing against the likes of Brock Lesnar or Frank Mir.

The event also featured the UFC return of former PRIDE open weight GP champion Mirko Cro Cop. Cro Cop was making his return to action from knee surgery, and the Croatian striking machine got off to a slow start against overmatched Mostapha Al-Turk as he clearly sought to protect his rebuilt wheels. Of particular note was the fact that Cro Cop didnt throw a kick the entire fight"his bread and butter during his PRIDE dominance, which evoked the mantra right leg hospital, left leg cemetery. Once he let his hands go, however, he demonstrated emphatically that hes still got serious power. He ended the fight late in the first round by flooring Al-Turk with an overhand left followed up with some hammer fists on the ground. Al-Turk survived this onslaught, but when the referee returned the fight to standup he caught a poke in the eye (similar to the one suffered by Josh Barnett in his PRIDE OWGP Final matchup against Cro Cop). This caused him severe difficulty, but likely only hastened the inevitable Cro Cop TKO victory.

Perennial contender Mike Swick looked impressive as he defeated Ben Saunders via 2nd round TKO. After an uneventful first five minutes, Swick let his hands go and his impressive handspeed proved no match for his adversary. In the opening match of the live PPV, Dan Hardy won a hard fought split decision over Marcus Davis. The two men had feuded back and forth in the UK media, and while the fight may not have settled their differences in a decisive manner it did provide a solid opener to the evenings fight card.

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Ross Everett is a freelance sports writer and respected authority on sports betting odds comparison. He writing has appeared on a variety of sports sites including sports news and betting odds portal sites. He lives in Southern Nevada with three Jack Russell Terriers and an emu. He is currently working on an autobiography of former interior secretary James Watt.

Portland Trailblazers, Brandon Roy Agree To Contract Extension

By Ross Everett

After a summer of heated negotiations, the Portland Trailblazers have signed All Star shooting guard Brandon Roy to a five year contract extension. Roy will be in the final year of his rookie contract in the 2009-2010 NBA season, and locking up the services of their 'franchise player' was the teams top summer priority.

The on court success and off court class of Brandon Roy may have saved the Portland NBA franchise. The Blazers slumped from their glory years of the 1970's and 1980's as the 1990's progressed, eventually pulling together a roster consisting of character challenged reprobates that earned the moniker JailBlazers for their frequent legal transgressions.

With the Blazers fans staying away from the arena in droves, owner Paul Allen finally had enough and cleaned house. The new management was given the challenge to put together a roster that would not only win games, but win back the Rose City fans. The acquisition of Roy will likely be looked at as the turning point for this effort. The Blazers acquired Roy on draft day 2006 for Randy Foye, and would go on to win the NBAs rookie of the year award.

Since that point, Roy has become the face of the franchise. The Blazers"who were 21-61 the year before Roy arrived"posted a 54-28 record last season. Roy has become the centerpiece of a talented young team had has not only become a force in the NBAs Western Conference but has gone a long way to winning back the Portland fan base. The current crop of Blazers is more likely to be found in the aisles at Home Depot or at Starbucks than in the police blotter, and the team seldom puts forth a substandard effort on the court.

Roys agent Bob Myers strongly suggested that Roy wanted to remain with the Blazers for his entire career, noting that he "is one of the unique players to have a chance to have that sort of relationship with one team."

The team will now turn its attention to signing a long term deal with forward LaMarcus Aldridge. Like Roy, Aldridge is in the final year of his rookie contract and a key component to the teams recent success. At last report, talks between the two sides are progressing.

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Ross Everett is a widely published freelance writer specializing in casino gambling, travel and sports betting. He has appeared on a number of TV and radio programs offering strategies for successful NFL football betting. He lives in Southern Nevada with three Jack Russell Terriers and a pet llama. He is currently writing a biography of former NFL quarterback Jim McMahon.

Chicago Blackhawks' Great Stan Mikita

By Ross Everett

While NHL hockey players from the country formerly known as Czechoslovakia"as well as other Eastern European nations"are commonplace today, Chicago Blackhawks great Stan Mikita was something of a pioneer. Other players with a flashier game such as Bobby Hull became better known, but you can make a compelling case that Mikita was the best center iceman in professional hockey during the'60s. Mikita was born in Sokolce, in what is now known as Slovakia. He was sent by his family to the Toronto, Ontario area as a young boy to avoid the political strife in the area prior to World War II. An aunt and uncle adopted him, and he changed his name from his birth name of Stanislav Guoth adopting their last name of Mikita. Like most young Canadian boys, he started playing hockey and quickly proved to have an impressive aptitude for the national sport.

As a teenager, Mikita starred for the St. Catherine Teepees of the junior league Ontario Hockey Association. In'59, he made the jump to the NHL for good joining the Chicago Blackhawks. He played sparingly in his first partial season in the NHL, but quickly became an important part of the Chicago offense in his first and second full seasons as a pro. In'61, he led the team in playoff scoring as they won the Stanley Cup"his only championship during his career and the last time the franchise would win the NHLs highest team honor.

During the early and mid'60's, Mikita's Blackhawks were the most feared offensive team in the NHL. Mikita centered the Scooter Line with Ken Wharram on the right wing and Ab McDonald or Doug Mohns on the left wing, and earned a reputation as one of the most complete offensive players in the game.

Never content with being a one way player, Mikita was a fearless defender and one of the most reliable faceoff specialists in the NHL. He also started a revolution when he became the first to play with a curved stick blade. That was considered radical, almost avant garde at the time but is now the standard in the NHL.

When he first came to the NHL, Mikita was a tough, hard hitting player who spent a considerable amount of time in the penalty box. That changed in the mid'60's when he became a very sportsmanlike player almost overnight. This cleaner style of play would earn him the Lady Byng Trophy for most gentlemanly player twice. The story goes that he had a change of heart when his young daughter asked why he spent so much time sitting in the box on televised games.

In addition to his Stanley Cup victory, Mikitas career accomplishments rank among the most impressive in the history of the sport. He won the Art Ross Trophy as the NHLs leading scorer four times (1964,'65,'67,'68), the Hart Memorial Trophy for Most Valuable Player twice (1967 and'68) and the Lady Byng Trophy in'67 and'68. He remains the only player in NHL history to win the Ross, Hart and Byng trophies in the same season (1967).

Mikita suffered from chronic back ailments later in his career, and finally retired in'80 having played his entire career for the Chicago Blackhawks. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in'83, but became known to a younger generation in a more unusual way. In the movie Waynes World, Wayne and Garth frequently hang out at a donut shop based on the Canadian Tim Hortons chain. The name of the shop is Stan Mikitas Donuts.

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Ross Everett is a freelance writer and a noted authority on sports betting and NFL football betting lines. He is a frequent sports radio guest where he gives advice on how to successfully bet on football. He lives in Las Vegas with three dogs and a bunny.

Maori Tattoo Designs

By Jennifer Jackson

It is now common for westerners to have Maori tattoo designs, this can be seen as a way of promoting the Maori culture, however do you know that is a form of stealing Maori tradition and culture? You should never go and copy anything in the form of tattoos from the maoirtanga (Maori Tradition) without having a clue as to what it means, there could be a chance that a certain design belongs to a Maori family The only way you might find yourself in such a situation is if you go out into the world and start copying any and every Maori tattoo design that you come across.

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How would you like to know what Maoris really think about other cultures and especially now the western cultures stealing their identity and culture?

If you were ever to hear the word "pakeha" said to you while in new Zealand i am sure that the tone that you would hear it in would indicate to you that this is not how Maoris greet in their own language! No this word is associated with westerners in particular that have stolen Maori culture and now more than ever are taking some original tattoo designs that have been in their families for over a thousand years and all without asking, this is what the word "pakeha" means those that take without asking!

The Maori see Maori tattoo designs that are not done right as weakening their spirituality, their culture, and see the west as thieves for not having their own originality when getting Maori tattoo designs.

So how will this effect your decision when getting a Maori tattoo?

Well try not take a Maori tattoo design that you have seen on a chief and copy it!

Rather approach a tribe if you can and ask them if you may use their design or if this is not an option when choosing a Maori tattoo design, then try design your own design, it may look like a Maori tattoo but in reality it will not offend anyone.It is only when Maori tattoo designs are copied when someone else has already gotten that Maori tattoo already within a Maori tribe that make them feel that their spirituality is being stolen.

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Things You Should Consider When Choosing Your Bridal Dress

By Francis Bell

All eyes are on the bride on a wedding day, therefore the bride's appearance and her dress have to be perfect for the occasion. There are some important factors that you need to consider if you want to select that perfect bridal dress to gather admiration and appreciation during the wedding and to treasure the photographs of the occasion for the rest of your life.

The foremost factor about selecting bridal wear is how reliable the store is, as the store manager should ensure you of timely delivery of the dress. The location of the shop is essential too as you don't want to cover long distances for the various fitting sessions that a dress requires.

You should wear a wedding dress of a shade that will make you look more beautiful than all the guests. The right coloured dress must be chosen from an array of cautiously picked samples. Although style and looks are vital, you must also keep comfort in mind. If you avoid a heavy and uncomfortable dress on your wedding day, you will not only look beautiful but also feel pleasant, and the better you feel, the more you take pleasure in the occasion.

A wedding dress should also be camera-friendly to ensure that you appear beautiful in photographs as well. If you are based in Singapore, there would not be any problem in contacting a photographer and taking his advice on which colours and textures are better for pictures.

There is no lack of good Singapore wedding photographers in any commercial centre in the country. In fact, they can also be contacted online. Though many wedding photography Singapore companies have very good track records of performance, yet it is a good idea to take advice of people who have used their services so that you end up selecting the right people for the job. How able and seasoned the photographer is will greatly influence the end result that he will deliver, so if there is any error on your part in selecting the organization, you may have to suffer the consequences later on.

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Life Breathing Electrical Components That Make Your Model Train Tic

By Daryl Clayton Kennedy

Model railroad replicas need electricity and a handful of special tools and components to operate. Without these special tools and devices your model train layout will simply sit and stair back at you as if to say, what the heck are you waiting for turn me on.

The tools you'll use to harvest this task are basic and most of which can be found d around the house. First off you'll need a flat head and a cross tip screwdriver for binding connections. Second off, you''ll need a pair of long nose pliers, they will assist you in locking wire around mini connectors.

Thirdly, you'll without question want to have a good pair of wire cutter handy as they make shaving wire insulation the light duty it's intended to be. Next a smoldering soldering iron capable of no less than handling 25-30 watts is recommended. In addition their are soldering tools with handles in the shape of pistol grips are used in cases where thicker gauge wire is used, i.e. 10AWG to 14AWG

Connectors that Require No Soldering are Available for Your Model Train Layout

YES! There are alternatives to soldering. Luckily their is someone out there who feels as we do about soldering... which is - Avoid it when you can! Two pronged fork like connectors are common place in today's electrical applications. They represent the most practical way of connecting components. This simple solution although easy is not always the best choice in a layout. It's your call whether to use soldering or solderless connectors. Just keep in mind sometimes you'll have little choice in the matter as that's the nature of this modeling beast.

Suit case or tap-in connectors are your best choice if you want to avoid the time consuming art of soldering. With these user friendly support accessories stripping wire isn't necessary. Simply slip the wire in the bus and you're off and running. These devices are also know as Insulated displacement connectors.

Power Supplies and Electrical Switches - Your Model Train Layout Wont Without Them

Purchasing poor quality switches can make for a bad day as poorly built electrical switches can do more harm than good. They may short out layouts or simply fry themselves and your layout as a result of poor construction. Your best bet is to purchase a switch with a higher rating which most of the time means a tad more out of your pocket. These necessary devices and accessories can be found at your local hardware store or the nearest Radio Shack. By purchasing in locations such as these you assure yourself a halfway descent return policy as you never know if you'll need to take advantage a return policy, better safe than sorry I always say.

Last but not least is the mother of all electrical devices, your power supply. It's wise to use just one power supply for actual train operation and provide your layout with a second or third supply for your accessories or as needed.

In closing I'd like to leave you with this suggestion... use a multi port power strip to assist in overload protection!

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Green Screen LA Technology - A Factor in Many Films Today

By Phillip Guye

Were you ever curious about how special effects in movies are made? How do filmmakers recreate the magical arena of Hogwarts or conjure a pre-historic earth? How do filmmakers mix CGI with real life action shots? All these movie wonders have been made feasible by the green screen. It is also known as chroma key, blue screen, and color separation overlay ( CSO ). Without the green screen LA technology, which is utilized in studios all around the great town of Los Angeles ( Chroma Key technology ) many remarkable films would not be made. Moviegoers will be stuck with dull pictures with poor, little, or no visible effects at all . Without the chroma key, many probabilities in movie-making would still be in the dreams and imaginations of filmmakers.

These screens works by putting 2 pictures together. The solid background color is replaced by a precise background that'll be seen in the final cut of the motion picture. Way back then, in the 1930's, blue was the color of choice among filmmakers. After this, it was also used in numerous Technicolor films. One of the first pictures that employed the chroma key was the screen adaptation of Ernest Hemingway's popular novel, "The Old Man and the Sea." And the rest is history. More films were made with the aid of chroma key technology. It finally spawned many cinematic inventions that made film making what it is in the modern day. For example, the Chroma Key screen is no longer used only for changing backgrounds. Scenes are shot behind the screen so it would be easy to add visible effects such as CGI.

For instance, in the film Lord of the Rings, the actor who played Gollum wore a body suit that was an identical color of the Chroma Key screen. Sensors were attached to the suit to maintain a record of his movements. The CGI rendering of Gollum's character is then put over the green suit, and the sensors make it appear like a real live creature is moving. Then, an honest to goodness background is added to replace the green screen. All in all, the Lord of the Rings universe was created by CGI and the green screen!

The utilization of the screen became popular when advanced film making appliances were made and developed. Instead of blue, green became the new color of choice because it is much easier to manipulate. It does not need complicated lighting, it creates less sound, and it makes clear lines which makes it better to work with in post-production. This is why today, green screen LA technology is the favorite tool of many filmmakers and is utilized in studios all across the town of LA.

Although big flick studios and production houses are famous for making use of green screen LA technology, it is actually simpler to access than people think it is. Even filmmakers on a budget can make their own screens. With the right materials, creativeness, resourcefulness, and guts, any one who needs to make a decent film can make a DIY green screen. Now, big budget films can now be copied by anyone who has a creative mind. Any studio materials or rentals you need can be easily found in Los Angeles.

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Pre-Bridal Photography Ideas

By Joel Wong

Wedding days are well known to be very stressful. From when you wake up to when you crash down asleep you would have been on the go all day long.

Your wedding day should be relaxing and laid back. You shouldn't have a care in the world on your once-in-a-life-time special day. Yet for many couples they don't always experience this.

You will be run off your feet on your wedding day no matter how well you plan your day. But the better you plan then the better your experience will be.

Your wedding day will be full for sure but stress can be avoided as long as you get lots of support and plan well. Remember your bridal professionals are there to take the stress from you and if have planned well a few of your close friends will be there to catch any problems for you and solve them.

Around ten years ago pre-wedding photography came into its own in Singapore as a way to have a more enjoyable actual wedding day. Today it is very popular. With Singapore having a lot of traditional Asian style weddings doing a lot of the main photography before the wedding is often essential. Traditional weddings are involving and detailed and involve usually a large number of people. Getting the main photos done ahead of time is essential.

Smart photographers started offering pre-bridal packages so that all the stress could be taken out of the actual day. So with pre-wedding photography there was no longer any need to rush around to get all the photos taken. It also removed the risk of the special day photos being totally destroyed by bad weather as well.

Pre-wedding packages come in all shapes and sizes. Most of the packages offered will include both outdoor shots as well as studio shots. Simply ask your photographer what will be included in your package.

As well as ensuring you get a great set of photos for your album, pre-bridal photos mean that you have something special to show at your actual wedding to your guests, which is always nice.

Pre-bridal photography is catching on around the world now. It may not be called pre-wedding in other countries but the idea still exists. If your photographer has not suggested doing a pre-wedding shoot then ask them for a price as part of the overall wedding package. Booking the two together - pre and actual day photography will save you money for sure and will allow you to bargain a little.

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White Cyc Studios: Incredible Technology

By Phil Guye

White cyc is an individual part used to build a cyclorama that encircles the stage. All the changes in technology have done small to switch the way that the cyc is lighted over time. All of the state-of-the-art technology has increased the significance of proper lighting, and using the right kind of material for the white cyc.

What technology has done is take century old technology and make its use necessary for making virtual backgrounds for virtual and computer effects for the up and coming flood of films, and diverse video applications conditional on PC systems requiring faultless virtual backgrounds that may only be created in white cyc studios. White cyc studios technology dates back to nineteenth century German Theaters and has bounced round the entertainment industry for a long time. White wall surface was use for early twentieth century Broadway plays and finally ended up in Hollywood use for creating computer effects.

The white cyc is an extraordinarily helpful tool when it comes to lighting the white surface stage set. The white cyc provides the lighting designer with an abounded number of lighting chances for staging the specified computer effects scene. The white cyc with correct lighting will draw the viewers focus to the subject that the producer wants to show off. This is the major advantage of white surface backgrounds, and the reason white cyc studios are used for TV commercials, stories programs, music videos, dance routines, and other sorts of film media. White is used for the color of the cyc as it leaves the background void so a new background with the desired effect can replace it. The void background is excellent for digital fashion photography enhancing the model's appearance and keeping total focus on the model.

The number of white cyc studios technology walls can be painted green to combine green screen effects in the white cyclorama studios. This works as the cyc is void of background allowing for the green screen background effect to turn up in place of the white cyclorama background. Using the cyc enhances the green screen effect by giving it illusions depth and infinite space. Robert Rodriguez exploited a method similar when he was filming Sin City when he uses his 1956 Chevy Panel truck in the flick. He places his van on a platform and films it from all different camera angles. The actors were filmed in front of a green screen background and were composite in the wagon film to appear to be inside of the wagon. In reality the actors never were in the van during filming. With the inflating number of computer effects in pictures and TV programs today cyc lighting is very essential in creating special visual effects.

Movie producers have doubts about using white cyclorama residences for CGI effects. The producer's doubts are quickly dismissed with clear understanding of what the cyclorama studios can do when they witness the results from the production studios. Another use for white cyc studios technology backgrounds is on talk shows when music groups stop by to play one of their new music pieces. The white surface provides the perfect area for creating a quick music environment.

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Green Screen Tips - Finding the Affordable Type

By Phillip Guye

It is always advisable to look for Green Screen Tips when it comes to securing a place in the film industry. The issue of affordability comes into play each time you need to secure a high quality screen for your film shooting. Purchasing a green screen or (chroma key screen) can be expensive and building them on your own can be knackering. So, how do you decide the way to cheap screens? This is the topic debated in this article.

There's one thing that you need to first consider when employing the employment of chroma key screens. Chroma key screens are usually available in studios where the film shooting occurs. This is where you've got to pat lease charges that they might turn out to be exceedingly pricey. Therefore, you should have great knowledge and use good Green Screen Tips so that you can secure the screens at a great cost. The first green screen tips is to consider the studio. Many studios had different developments in the bizz. This is why their prices will vary when it comes to renting chroma key screens from them. It's also always advisable to think about the studio costs. Compare them totally so that you get the best screen at a fair cost.

The second green screen tips is the element of going for less popular studios. It is mostly very pricey to secure services at a well known studio. These studios have just established a name for themselves. Therefore, they already have a high competition of folks seeking their services in film shooting. As a consequence, you must gamble with the less well-liked studios. They also have chroma key screens that you may use in shooting your film. However, they are massively cheaper because they're simply attempting to make a name for themselves and make people accept that they can create quality productions. It is therefore wise to search for such studios and milk the lower costs.

The 3rd of the green screen tips is using net services to find high quality screens at cheap studios. This is a good way to lease chroma key screens because internet sites have an opportunity to supply a discount. You'll be able to find the most acceptable deals online for your video production, and searching online for rentals should definitely not be discounted. There are so many sites that you are bound to get a good offer. You only need a computer and a network connection!

What you have got to be sure of is that the quality of the chroma key technology in your film production is always high no matter the affordability. Therefore, always keep the Green Screen Tips in mind so that you are able to make a great production at affordable costs.

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Online Shopping Tips For New Televisions

By Andrew Johnson

The world of technology is developing many electronics that we have deemed incredibly useful for the household. One of the main items that people cannot live without is their televisions. There is so much technology being developed for the brand new television, you would be surprised at what you can actually find! Take a look here in order to find out what you need to look for when you start looking around online.

In order to keep from getting ripped off online you need to make sure that you know what your price is and stick to that. Many people shop online blindly without having any set budget of any kind. This will only enable you to spend more and possibly open a credit card account that you might not be able to afford. Sit down and punch out some numbers and then go from.

You will also need to get a good idea about what type and brand television that you want to buy. There are many brands and types out there today so make sure that you know what each one offers you. You will also need to decide of you are looking to purchase an LCD TV or a Plasma TV. Each of these types of televisions does offer a wide variety of features that you should be able to enjoy.

Take a look over the actual picture of each television that you look over. Picture is going to be one of the most important aspects simply because you need to enjoy watching your new television. Look over the resolution and the pixels in order to get a better idea about what you can expect. The breathtaking picture mixed in with the surround sound should revolutionize the

The size of the screen also needs to be determined as well. It is important to remember that the larger the screen size, the more expensive the television is going to be. If you have a relatively small living room, chances are you do not want to get something that is larger than 40 inches.

Once you feel that you are ready to buy all you need is the best site that is known for doing the best internet business. It may be hard to tell who will actually give you a good deal, so do not settle. If the television you are looking at seems like a great deal for a great price and you cannot find that price anywhere else, it may not be a legitimate deal.

Online shopping for televisions can be a lot more effective if you are in need of something specific. Make sure to look over these great tips when shopping around so that you can get the best TV for the best deal possible. Within a day or two of shopping you should have the right idea about what you want to buy!

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Opera Glasses " Fashion Wear, Spyglass Or Optical Instrument?

By Jeff Bridges

If it wasn't for the Dutch optician Hans Lipperhey, we might not have had either binoculars or opera glasses today. He first started manufacturing simple binoculars in 1608. These were not much more than two telescopes connected by a central bridge, but they led to many further modifications and improvements. His early binoculars had a magnification capability of x3. Within less than a year the Italian mathematician and inventor Galileo Galilee made another drastic stride forward by increasing the magnification ability of telescopes to x30.

Binoculars of the time had one major disadvantage: Despite offering a much wider field of view than a telescope, they made use of convex lenses - which resulted in the image being inverted! It wasn't before more than 100 years later that Anton Schyrle for the first time manufactured binoculars with an extra lens that re-inverted the image. And it took another--1 years before John Dollond of England solved another big problem that binoculars had - color distortion. He started using achromatic lenses (color free lenses) and thereby solved this problem permanently.

Another major step forward was the development of prismatic binoculars by an Italian by the name of Ignazio Porro - a gunnery officer. Prismatic binoculars had a much wider field of vision than before and offered dramatically improved magnification abilities as well.

The first time we find opera glasses mentioned in the printed media is in London during 1730. The opera glasses advertised were in fact not binoculars, but rather pocket-sized Galilean telescopes. They were used as much for decorative purposes as to watch the opera. The bodies were frequently decorated with mother of pearl, enamel, ivory or various types of gems.

We find references to binocular opera glasses for the first time in Vienna during 23. They were still really not much more than two tiny telescopes connected by a bridge. You had to focus the telescopes individually by expanding the tubes.

They soon became highly fashionable. Going to the opera without one of these was social suicide. The designs became increasingly elaborate. Often you would find an optician, a painter and a goldsmith working on the glasses before they were finally ready for their discerning owners. Once at the opera, they were not only used to watch the stage though - they were also regularly used to check out the other guests to make sure there wasn't by any chance someone with a more elaborate set of opera glasses!

Within a few years the design was improved to make it possible to simultaneously adjust both lenses. This led to an immediate increase in the popularity of this type of glasses. They also turned into much appreciated gifts - as is apparent when looking at the inscriptions encountered on many opera glasses dating from that period.

The variety of opera glasses available at present is very large. You still get monoculars, which are considered to be very stylish. You also get glasses with built-in reading lights and others with handles. You can even get one with a built-in jealousy glass - enabling you to discreetly watch someone in the audience without being noticed.!

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Marketing Your Products Through Paper Bags

By Vincent Hui

A smart logo, printed on attractive paper bags, can do wonders in popularizing your brand. As a means of marketing, these bags are unparalled, and the organization can get them made at a very low price if it places a big order in one go.

Consumer psychology says that people can't resist reading whatever is printed on these bags when they are out in a mall, or standing in a line. Businesses can cash in on this natural behaviour of customers and distribute paper bags with the organization logo stamped on them.

There are a host of other reasons why paper bag printing can be a wise investment for a organization. Easy mobility is one of the most important features of a paper bag. This means that your brand travels with the bag and grabs attention of many people who happen to meet the person carrying the bag.

These bags are ideal for reuse for several times due to their toughness and their utility, and for as long as the customers keep using them, your brand gets promoted. If you go for bags made from recycled paper, you can even contribute towards ecological conservation, which can improve the reputation of your business in the market and make it popular with environment aware customers.

Paper bags serve as great choice for distributing any corporate gifts to both potential customers and business partners in a conference or other such occasions. The bag will help emphasize the name of the company in the mind of the person who possesses it and even others who get to see it.

However, it is crucial that you stick to quality material, because otherwise this tactic could trigger a backlash and damage your company's image and reputation, instead of enhancing it. It is quite easy to get good quality paper bags made, as there are numerous paper bag printing organizations in any area that will be able to come up with a bag which will fit your requirements perfectly and develop a good impression on the customers.

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Opera Glasses, Love, Racism, and Hairspray: A Review

By Jeff Bridges

Hairspray the musical is set in Baltimore, Maryland the year is 1962. Our hero in the musical is is a young overweight girl named Tracy. Tracy has always dreamed of becoming a big star, if and when you attend this musical, make sure you have a front row seat, if you don't you will want to be sure to bring your opera glasses, so as not to miss a moment of this fast-paced play.

Tracy hears on the television that The Corny Collins Show is having a dance contest and she excitedly wants to enter the contest. Her overweight mother frowns at the idea. (You may have heard actor John Travolta played this part in the movie Hairspray.) Tracy's mother is just trying to protect her dear daughter out of love as she does not want people to make her daughter a joke for being overweight. Plus, her mother thinks the show plays racist music.

With the good grace of her father Wilbur, Tracy finally gets permission to go on to the dance audition. During the audition, she meets with, and falls in love with a boy name Link Larkin. As the author I recommend, preparing for this moment, by making sure that you are using your opera glasses! You will surely want to catch the expression on Tracy's face as you see her fall hopelessly in love with Link. At this point, Tracy begins a beautiful song about love, and her dream of being with Link. Tracy is rudely awakened from her daydream, only to find out that due to her weight, she did not make the cut for the dance competition. Just as her mother suspected would happen from the beginning.

Poor Tracy then returns back to school. Her troubles do not end at school. Tracy is then given a detention once again due to her hair being so big that kids sitting behind her cannot even see the chalk board! Hence, you can tell a reason why the musical is given the name Hairspray.

As Tracy sits in detention, she meets a black boy named Seaweed who offers to teach her some dance moves, Tracy picks him up on the offer and is taught some amazing moves. Tracy also finds out that there is a dance scheduled, which she attends with Seaweed. While attending, Tracy shows off some of the amazing moves that she has learned, but it is not just those from her school who are watching, but the owner of the T.V. show that is featuring the big dance contest, the owner happens to catch Tracy's moves and is impressed, he then invites her to be on the show. Remember to use your opera glasses at this point to see Tracy's face as her dreams come true.

Again after all this Tracy finds more good news, Link Larkin, the love of her life is to sing a romantic song to her on the show! Amber, who is another girl that attends Tracy's school is also in love with Link, finds out, and decides to take her rage out on on Tracy, cruelty ensues, including knocking Tracy out with a volleyball.

More things ensue. Tracy and others are invited to Seaweed's mother's record shop. A party is planned for all to attend. The group goes to Seaweed's mother's record shop as blacks cannot go to The Corny Collins Show since blacks are only allowed on the show once a month on a specific day; that day being Negro Day. Tracy gets into fighting for blacks rights. For these intense acts you will want to wear your opera glasses.

Hairspray is truly a wonderful musical, with fun vibrant music for all to enjoy. make sure that you remember your opera glasses to make sure you have the best seat in the house.

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Jeff Bridges has always loved the theater and opera, he currently helps run an opera glasses retail site where they sell opera glasses. Including Opera Glasses with handle, flashlight, chain and more!

Bridesmaid Gift: Choosing The Best Gift

By Keith Banks

There is a tradition in which bridesmaids remain with the bride to help her. They help her to make the wedding day a perfect day. Bridesmaids play the role of friends, confidants, advisors and cake tasters throughout the months leading up to the wedding day.

They assist the bride with every task up to the bouquet toss where the new Mr. and Mrs. Bid farewell. At the time of wedding or after the wedding it is the time to say thanks to all and the bridesmaids. This can be done with the help of fantastic and reasonable gifts.

You can opt for two types of gifts that are traditional gifts and non-traditional gifts. You can opt to monogram the names of the bridesmaids on the accessory like necklace, purse, etc. You can also monogram the initial letter of the name of the bridesmaids. Handmade things are also a nice gift. Knitted scarf or a blanket is a good option. You can also give her high quality wine bottles or a set or lotions and other makeup accessories.

You can also give her pearl necklace or bracelet. Gift her before the wedding so that she can wear it at the time of wedding. You can also opt to gift her beautiful frame with the wedding day picture. It makes and elegant remainder of the distinct day.

An idea of creative gift is that you can give tickets for the concert or for a sporting event. Tickets of a ballet show are also a good option. Internet is also your good friend and you can search for the sites from Google from where you can buy good quality bridesmaids gifts. You can also select the gifts by categories like jewelry, cameras, table decoration, etc.

The main advantage of getting bridesmaids gifts online is that you can get the product at your doorsteps and that is within 24 hours. You will also get great discounts that are more than the discounts that are available in the markets. The quality is also superb.

Here are some ideas of the different gifts that you can give to bridesmaids. Breast cancer ribbon merchandise, monogrammed acrylic merchandise, business card cases and business card holders, desk accessories, bridal hair pins and hair combs, bridesmaids leather gifts, key chains and key rings, picture frames and photo albums, jewelry boxes, compact mirrors, personalized compact mirror, embroidered and personalizes gifts, fashion designer handbags, celebrity inspired bags, bridal handbags and evening purses, sterling gifts, maid of honor gifts, personalizes cosmetic bags, etc.

There are many different gift ideas. The latest gift trend is a reasonable and affordable bridesmaid's gown. Choosing a dress that fits your budget and is affordable is the best appreciation for help of bridesmaids.

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Weddings are such joyous occasion that everyone participating in the wedding entourage are excited to receive bridesmaid gift. It helps guests reminisce your joyous events. Or you may want to try bridal party gifts.

Fireplace Screens And Matching Tools

By Jeff Bridges

Fireplace screens have become part of the d?cor of many homes. Online, you can look at pictures of screens and read about the styles, sizes and more. A screen is part of the protecting function of your fireplace, keeping sparks and ashes enclosed will protect your home from fires.

These factors make the screen important for the protection of your home and family. You need to measure the front of the opening of your fireplace. Add 10 to 12 inches to the width of the opening. Add 3 to 5 inches to the height of the opening to get full protection. Buying a larger screen is necessary for stand-alone screens because they prevent the screen from tipping over.

You can purchase as screen that fits all sizes but it still needs to be bigger than the opening. A stand-alone screen comes in all styles like a curved or one with folds. Another reason you will need to add inches to your size to make sure it will fit properly and will stand by itself.

Fireplaces are good sources for heat but if you are losing the heat, it may be the efficiency of your screen. Choose from an Iron or Glass Screen to give extra control with the efficiency of your fireplace.

You will have a huge selection of styles from curved glass, wrought iron, graphite, brass, and bronze screens or just simply elegant and simple efficient screens. They come with matching extras such as tools for cleaning, fire starters, wood holders, candelabras and hearthrugs.

All you need are your measurements and time to look at fireplace screens. You can stay within a budget and still choose from an assortment of styles and prices. You will not be disappointed with a fireplace screen during the cold winter months.

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Jeff Bridges has always enjoyed the warmth received in front of the fire he currently runs a website where he sells fireplace screens. There they promote many differently styles, colors, and designs of fireplace screens.

Bowles KO's Torres In WEC Bantamweight Title Fight

By Ross Everett

Brian Bowles used a counter right hook late in the first round to defeat Miguel Angel Torres by TKO and win the WEC Bantamweight title in the main event of another exciting fight card from Zuffas MMA promotion showcasing the lighter weight classes. Though Bowles entered as a highly respected, undefeated challenger his stoppage victory over Torres"a fighter who ranked high atop most pound for pound best lists"has to be considered one of the major MMA upsets of the year.

One day after a UFC 101 card that was lackluster at best and disappointing at worst, MMA fans were hoping that the WEC would deliver an exciting event as they almost inevitably do. They werent disappointed, and there really wasnt a bad fight on the card which featured several brutal knockouts along with tightly contested decisions. The event will be remembered for the main event and the shocking upset of Torres, whom commentator Frank Mir had been championing as the pound for pound best fighter in the sport of late. Torres certainly had the credentials"a fighter equally as dangerous on his feet as on the ground, hed compiled a 37-1 record entering the fight against Bowles. Since a 2003 decision loss to Ryan Ackerman, Torres had run off 17 straight victories including his most recent triumph by decision over a tough challenge from Japanese striking machine Takeya Mizugaki.

Bowles quickly announced his presence with authority rocking Torres with an overhand right and scoring a takedown within the first minute. After a groundfighting sequence, the two fighters exchanged punches again and initially it looked like Torres was getting the best of things as he landed a multiple punch combination that sent Bowles backing up. Almost out of nowhere, however, Bowles countered with a perfectly placed short right hook that sent the champion to the canvas. He followed up with some nasty ground and pound punches including a big left hand that knocked his opponent unconscious and forced the referee to wave off the fight.

In his postfight interview, Bowles sounded unsurprised by the outcome. His comments indicated that hed been very well prepared for Torres considerable skills and though he conceded that hed been stung by the punching barrage waited for the opening to throw the right hook that ended the fight. Bowles displayed considerable class in victory, and Torres conducted himself in a matter befitting a champion as he accepted the defeat.

A rematch between Bowles and Torres is almost inevitable, but theres plenty of talent in the WEC bantamweight division. The semifinal bout on the card pitted two of these competitors in what may have been an elimination match for #1 contender status as Dominick Cruz handed feisty Joseph Benavidez his first professional loss via unanimous decision.

Further muddling the picture in the bantamweight division was an earlier fight on the card, in which Takeya Mizugaki outlasted Jeff Curran to win a split decision victory. Mizugaki had trouble with the active guard of Curran, but scored takedowns in all three rounds.

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Ross Everett is a freelance sports writer and respected authority on sports betting odds comparison. He writing has appeared on a variety of sports sites including sportsbooks and betting odds portal sites. He lives in Las Vegas with three Jack Russell Terriers and a kangaroo. He is currently working on an autobiography of former interior secretary James Watt.

Tips On How To Become A Wedding Photographer

By Rubert Wong

For years people will be displaying photos of their wedding, since it is that kind of occasion. Guaranteeing quality and highly skilled photography is something every bride and groom wants. You can make a lot of money if you decide to be a wedding photographer. As well as the money though there is the risk that you must manage well.

If this is going to be your first wedding shoot you will want to make sure your contract is written up properly and a disclaimer included in it. A disclaimer is something that can prevent you from being sued later on. For example, you should include that you are not responsible for pictures that might get lost after you send the film away to get developed, or pictures that do not come out clear due to equipment failure. Otherwise you could get sued for breach of contract.

The hourly rate and how many pictures are to be taken should also be included in the contract. Something else you should include would be the fees for developing and the fee of the album. Your client's requirements are important so make sure you talk it over with them. There could be a particular family member that they want photographed separately, or a certain group of people they do not get to see very often.

Your clients will probably request certain photographs so make sure you make a list. Generally your clients will want pictures of the pre-ceremony, wedding ceremony, post-ceremony and of course the reception. Who will be in certain photographs should be discussed with the client as well. Pay attention to what your clients are saying because each one will be different.

When you schedule your clients in make sure they pay you a deposit. At least 50% deposit should be paid prior to the wedding. So you don't end up bothering the bride and groom during the reception, arrangements should be made for when the remainder will be paid. It would look very unprofessional if you did.

Photoshop is a good program to use if you are going to be processing the pictures yourself. Flaw removal, montage, and changing the color are a few of the enhancements you can use with Photoshop.

Always look to see how you can add more value than what you said you would give. A special surprise will keep everyone talking and generating more business for you in the future. Think different. Imagine for example if you uploaded all their pictures onto a password protected part of your website so that they and their friends can login and view.

At the end of the day doing bridal photography can be a lot of fun and you can make good money at it. You may have to take your people skills to the next level but the financial returns will be worth it.

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Ben Henderson Bests Donald Cerrone In WEC Epic

By Ross Everett

The oldest fight sport adage in the world is 'styles make fights'. For that reason, no one knew quite what to expect in Saturday's WEC Interim Lightweight Championship battle between Donald Cerrone and Ben Henderson. Henderson was known for his dominating wrestling skills, while Cerrone has a reputation as a punishing striker. Instead of being a clash of styles, however, it was an instance where the differing approaches of the two competitors complimented each other perfectly. The result was a 'fight of the year' candidate bout that Henderson won by unanimous-decision.

Henderson opened the fight with a takedown, but quickly got caught in a guillotine choke attempt. He extricated himself from this predicament only to find himself in a triangle choke that appeared for a moment to be a potential fight ending submission. That would not be the case, however, and Henderson would take control in the last half of the round with his powerful takedowns and 'ground and pound' punching assault.

Rounds two and three were all Henderson, as he took Cerrone down almost at will and began to pummel him on the ground. Cerrone managed a couple of submission attempts from the bottom, and did what he could to keep Henderson off of him with upkicks but nowhere near enough to salvage either round.

The tide would turn again in the fourth round, as Cerrone began to time Henderson's takedown attempts. He became much more difficult to get to the ground, as well as administering punishment of his own after stuffing takedowns with punches and knee strikes. Later in the frame, Cerrone came close to ending the fight when he locked in a nasty and unorthodox choke that WEC commentator Frank Mir described as 'almost an inverted rear naked choke'. After some tense moments, Henderson was able to escape. Cerrone would also control the final round, evading Henderson's takedowns while scoring with his striking. He had another potential fight ending submission attempt in the fifth round, as he locked in an arm bar and appeared to have good leverage as he twisted Henderson's arm into a nasty angle. Nevertheless, Henderson was able to escape and finish off the fight.

The decision itself was somewhat surprising, with Henderson winning all three judges' scorecards by identical 48-47 scores. He'd clearly won rounds two and three, while Cerrone was the obvious winner of rounds four and five. This meant that all three judges had given the edge to Henderson in the first round, favoring Henderson's punching attack over Cerrone's submission attempts.

Henderson will now face WEC Lightweight Champion Jamie Varner to unify the titles. Varner entered the cage after the decision was announced to 'cut a promo' on the winner, and suggested the fight take place in December in Phoenix, Arizona though neither the date nor venue has been finalized.

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Ross Everett is a freelance sports writer and noted authority on sports betting odds comparison. He writing has appeared on a variety of sports sites including sports news and betting odds portal sites. He lives in Las Vegas with three Jack Russell Terriers and an emu. He is currently working on an autobiography of former interior secretary James Watt.

The Strange Saga of Satoshi Ishii And Dana White

By Ross Everett

It may be a bit of a stretch to call Satoshi Ishii the Michael Phelps of Japan, but not by much. His victory in the heavyweight judo competition at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing was easily the defining moment of the games for his countrymen and was considered by most media outlets the #1 highlight of the year in all of sports. Though Japan does well at the Olympics for a country of its size and has won gold medals in a number of sports, its important to keep in mind that until the late'70s judo was the countrys most popular sport.

Ishii himself is also a marketing dream. Hes especially big by Japanese standards with 240 pounds packed on his bulky 511 frame. Not surprisingly, hes tough as nails and a terror on the mat but away from the gym he comes off like an awkwardly cheerful overgrown boy. He definitely seems younger than his 22 years, but gives off the vibe of a nice neighbor boy who youd gladly pay to mow your lawn. Unlike his telegenic American gold medalist counterpart Phelps, who acts as if he spent as much time working on media relations as his backstroke heading up to the Olympic games, Ishii's demeanor is of an athlete who literally spent the bulk of his life in a gym only to emerge and find himself a national hero and superstar. He alternately seems to be having the time of his life at the vortex of a media frenzy as he is somewhat overwhelmed by the attention.

With the ability to offer him the most money and exposure, it seemed almost a fait accompli that Ishii would sign with DREAM and K-1 parent group FEG. Obviously its a good idea to keep your options open in negotiations, so he also reportedly talked to Sengoku parent World Victory Road and Antonio Inokis Inoki Genome Federation pro wrestling group. As expected, however, FEG reportedly presented Ishii with the most lucrative offer: 500 million yen (roughly $5.5 million US) to fight on DREAM and K-1 cards, with incentive bonuses based on his drawing power and performance. He would very likely become the highest paid mixed martial artist in the world before hed even stepped into the ring for the first time.

Ishii then shocked the Japanese fight sport world by categorically rejecting FEGs offer, saying that it was his lifelong dream to fight in the UFC. While this rationale might sound plausible to a US based fan, its akin to a top college baseball player from a SEC school turning down a big offer from the Atlanta Braves saying that its his lifelong dream to play for the Yomiuri Giants in Japan Central League. It frequently comes a shock to US MMA fans when immersed in Japans culture for the first time just how low the UFC ranks in the countrys fight sport pantheon. In MMA, their profile is lower than DREAM and Sengoku, but even smaller groups like Shooto and DEEP. Overall, the interest in and prestige of the UFC is well below not only boxing but even Japanese pro wrestling (puroresu).

Ishii then travelled to Las Vegas for UFC 92, with the Japanese media in tow covering his every move. Upon his return to Japan, he appeared at the Sengoku card in January addressing the audience from the ring and wearing his ubiquitous UFC shirt; his message was that he was going to fight in America for awhile but would eventually return to Japan.

At age 22, Ishii's got plenty of time to develop as a fighter. His biggest downside risk from signing with Zuffa is financial since hed be lucky to get a fraction of what FEG is willing to pay him. The competitive logic of learning his craft slowly notwithstanding, theres a huge risk in automatically assuming that he can fight for the UFC for a few years and then cash a big check when he returns to Japan as the potential of injury and changing market conditions could seriously impact his market value. On the other hand, it could be a risk hes willing to take given that hes got his celebrity both with the mainstream public and in the judo community to fall back on. Still, its a logical assumption that the goal of all professional fighters is to maximize their income while facing the best competition possible. For Ishii, a move to the UFC defies both components of that axiom.

Theres another very realistic scenario that it was all a negotiating ploy by Ishii. The UFC was likely willing to play along, figuring that their investment of a few plane tickets and hotel suites would be worth the resulting PR surge in Japan. Ishii and the UFC develop a cordial relationship which could be to the benefit of both parties down the road.

With the recent revelation that Ishii has broken off UFC negotiations to entertain offers from other parties thats starting to look like the plausible explanation for the once hot and heavy courtship between Ishii and Zuffa.

As a postscript to the Ishiis relationship with the UFC, it apparently opened the doors for his move to the US for training. That alone is a positive for his future development as a fighter, as hell be training with a whos who of professional fighting. That alone is a career move thats difficult to second guess.

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Ross Everett is a freelance sports writer and respected authority on sports betting odds comparison. He writing has appeared on a variety of sports sites including sportsbooks and betting odds portal sites. He lives in Southern Nevada with three Jack Russell Terriers and an emu. He is currently working on an autobiography of former energy secretary Donald Hodell.

Which Venues For Marriage Are Best Suited For Bridal Photography

By Mark Stevens

The selection of a wedding venue is always top of the list of priority for any wedding planning. Be it a traditional or modern venue, it plays a very important role in the overall experience of the wedding, which is captured in wedding pictures for the time to come.

It is necessary that the photographer is made aware of how the couple wants the wedding pictures to come out, as bridal photography forms an critical part of the marriage ceremony. The wedding photographers must have the expertise to capture the attractiveness of the venue, while ensuring that the real concentration is always on the bride. A fine balance between the bridal photography and venue photography can only be struck by a seasoned photographer.

Each venue has its own features and peculiarities that are different from other venues. Conventional church weddings are as much popular as marriages in modern venues. The religious venues are generally very rich in architectural beauty, which presents a good opportunity to wedding photographers to take visually appealing pictures.

But it is not that simple to get the correct wedding photographs inside most venues. In such a scenario, a beautiful outdoor site near the venue can be selected as a site for bridal photography. It is good if a skilled photographer can accompany you in the search of a perfect venue, because he is the one who rightly knows what makes a marriage venue appropriate for wedding and bridal photography.

Besides selecting the ideal venue, there are various other things you should consider to make sure that you get the best wedding and bridal photographs on your momentous day. A good wedding photographer must target at not only capturing the natural attractiveness inherent to a venue, but also heightening it through his photography skills. Once that is done, it is all down to the expertise of the photographer in making sure that the photographs come out the way you expect them to.

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How To Find Your Own Church Bulletins Online

By Cade Smith

It is nice to greet our friends, family members and loved ones on an important occasion such as a birthday, wedding, baptism and any other occasion. Using the internet is the best way to do that, especially by sending them Christian cards.

You don't even have to give the cards a second thought because they're just so great. In addition to having Christian messages that warm the heart, they also have great designs that please the eye. And if you want to branch out, you can give some church bulletins too. Not for the faint of heart, these are for special occasions at the church house. The best thing about church bulletins is that they help the reader feel the warmth of Christ.

The challenge however is finding the right Christian cards and church bulletins to give. Most of the time, due to high demand, these items are out of stock in local stores. Good thing there is online shopping. Through online shopping, you will find looking for the perfect Christian card or church bulletin for a particular friend very easy. Online Christian resources are readily available with selection from a wide array of designs. To give you an edge when it comes to online shopping for Church resources, here are some simple guidelines to follow for you to navigate through the web easily:

1. You just need to log in or register on the online store's website. However, you have to remember to use a valid email address.

2. Once you have successfully registered an account in the online store, then is the time to select which kind of Christian cards or church bulletins you want through the website's category list.

3. When you have already found the right cards and bulletins that you would like to give to your loved ones, you just need to click on that item.

4. Once the card or bulletin is clicked, it will then be highlighted and a short description of it will be given for your reference.

5. When you are sure about the card or bulletin you have selected, all you need to do is to click on the cart icon and fill in the required information about your credit card for the payment.

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The internet is becoming a nice way to purchase Christian products. Choose from church bulletins, Christian cards, and plenty more good things. If you've not looked, see for yourself online.

Airsoft Guns Mimic Real Guns

By Anthony Carter

Airsoft guns look like real guns, and that's the point. And they are, in fact, real, but they don't shoot actual real size bullets. These replicas of their real counterparts shoot a non-metallic pellet that comes in a 6mm caliber. They put them out at velocities that can vary from 30 to 260 m/s with the aid of either compressed gas or a piston that's spring-driven. They come in an 8mm version as well.

Many people have taken up guns as a hobby. But it's surprising how many people still have never heard of them. They're a lot like the old BB guns we used to play with as small boys. But in appearance, you can hardly tell an airsoft from an actual gun. This sets them apart from a BB gun and also gives them a lot more useful purposes. Their realistic looks are quite amazing.

At first glance, you wouldn't know how many uses and purposes these guns can serve. They look so much like the real McCoy they make great movie props. They can also be good for military and police training. For the collector, they come in various styles and types to match the real ones, like the AK-47. They're great for playing around in the back yard with friends.

The airsoft guns runs off one of any of these three sources of power - spring-load, gas, or electric. With the spring-load you won't have as much in the power department as with the others, but it won't hurt your wallet as much either. They're a cheaper gun and make good starter guns for trying out the sport of airsoft. The gas-powered guns use a CO2 cartridge for power, while the electric guns run off batteries.

A lot of people shy away from this game because they're scared. This is a testament to how real airsoft guns look. Some wonder about the opportunities they could afford a bank robber or others of the criminal element. In order to curb this, they've made it illegal for anyone to remove the bright orange tip on the gun, and this tip is the giveaway that the gun is not real and is just a toy.

Supervision is advised if there are minors taking part in any airsoft games. Just like the BB guns we used as young kids, some safety rules should be put in place. Airsoft guns aren't lethal, but just as using a BB gun, they can cause damage should you get hit in the eye, or they may break the skin if too close. So some safety applications are recommended before turning the young ones loose with these guns.

As far as price is concerned, you can find an airsoft gun in your price range. Starter guns can be found for only about $9. 99, and are good for learning about the airsoft guns. For those who want a little better quality of replication, then mid-range prices can go from close to $50 and settle around $200. And if you're a collector and want top quality, they go from there up to as high as $1, 000. But you can surely find one that's within your budget limits.

Airsoft guns mimic real guns but provide a lot of fun for those who appreciate them. If you've ever played paint-ball then you'll have an understanding of why these airsoft guns are so popular. They're a great source of entertainment, and provide good training props for organizations who have need of them. Their popularity grows with each passing day. If you like guns, give them a look.

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Author: Anthony Carter loves everything about airsoft guns. If you want to find good airsoft gun then JD Airsoft Guns is where you should look.

Cruise Vacations - Why They Are The Best Vacations To Take

By Jenny Richardson

One of the most exciting ways that you can spend a vacation has got to be on a cruise ship. There are many different reasons for this, as we all have out personal preferences. Here I will be going over some of the stuff you find on a cruise ship, along with some of the reasons that somebody would want to take part on a cruise vacation.

If you happen to be someone who just got married, what better way to celebrate your honeymoon then by taking a vacation cruise? Since most cruises can be pretty pricey, this would be the perfect place to spend your honeymoon, as you will more than likely be spending a lot of money on your honeymoon anyways.

For someone that likes to travel, there is no better way to travel first class then getting their by means of a cruse ship. It is like non stop entertainment, as you will be more than occupied with all of the entertainment cruise lines offer, plus you will get to meet your destination, or as many will stop at several ports and countries before they return.

Many people like to gamble at casinos, but in the United States casinos are very limited due to gambling laws. There are many cruise ships that are specifically designed for gambling and have floors of casinos on them, as once they hit international waters off the coast of the United States gambling is then fair game.

People also take part on cruise vacations because it makes them think they are treated as royalty. There are so many fun activities that are on cruise ships, varying from each cruise line. If you want to take part on a vacation where you stay spoiled, then picking one on board of a cruise ship will be the one for you.

There are a set of common amenities that the majority of major cruise lines have to offer their customers. This list includes but is not limited too fitness training centers, movie theaters, top of the line dining, swimming and tanning, golfing, tennis, racket ball, spas, arcades, daycare, along with many others depending on the cruise lines theme.

If you are on a major cruise ship you can expect a luxury cabin of course, which should have air conditioning, television and shower, just like a hotel room in most cases. If you have the money and really want to spoil yourself you can see about getting a state room, which many cruise ships offer.

These days it is very simple to pick and choose which cruise line will benefit you and your most common interests for your dream vacation. As 99 percent of cruise lines have a detailed web page that will include all of the information you will need for you to plan your perfect vacation.

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Proper research must be taken when you are planning a cruise, if you would like further information then the author has a website that goes over all you need to know about Royal Caribbean cruise vacations and Princess cruise ship vacations.

IvyBot Was Born To Make Huge Profits

By John Adams

IvyBot is the one of the automated Forex robots which has entered the Forex trading market recently. In today's world, Forex traders definitely need an efficient tool to help them weather the turbulence of the trading world. Ivybot is invented by a group of Ivy League guys, since college they started trading the currency pairs, they have put in their knowledge of financial understanding, mathematics and computer programming to bring out this product. Ivybot is basically the electronic condensation of many-year manual trading experience for the benefit of the general public. They have been using the Ivybot personally and gain profits. Here are a few items enlisting the special features of the trading software.

1. Ivybot is made up of 4 separate robots, each robot is specially designed for managing different currency trading pair available in the market. Other systems just have one set of code to do all the calculations of whatever pairs they can handle, but Ivybot has each robot tailored to trade in each currency pair, resulting in four codes. The robot is being updated every now and so with respect to the recent changes present in the Forex market. The web price listed nowadays is about $149.95 which is one-time payment. This automated Forex robot says it can create more than 500 percent of the original deposit in about 190 days in year 2009.

IvyBot works 24/7 always and keep tracking the price movement and market conditions, compared with human monitoring, they are not panicked, affected by greed or read inconsistently. Ivybot has proved its efficiency by having real market as well as backtest results in the field of trading. Not only giving customers unlimited updates, the Forex trading software has also been backtested, optimized, and forward tested, hence it attracts lots of customers to get it and study the market.

Additionally, Ivybot Forex can predict the result of certain trades in the market based on the history of those trades. It adheres to an algorithm that combines variables like forward projection scanning, volatility, technical price patterns, market liquidity, trend analysis, and weighted price action. In this department, Ivybot Forex scored 98 percent. Moreover, Ivybot Forex prides itself in its simplicity. Even beginners can easily absorb the subject in less time as the user manual and video tutorials are included in the package. It'll cost you $149.95 but it's money invested wisely as the chances of you trading profitably is high. Also, a free demo version is available.

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Baby Shower Favors: How To Plan This Beautiful Day

By Danny Ricks

A new wait for new couples is for new little toad in the family. Baby showers are basically designed for expected parents. They give party to their friends and relatives and invite them for another party with baby shower favor. In this party to be parents share whatever they feel and want to do for their little toad.

You will basically find all the same things in a baby shower favor party as you find in normal parties like food, drinks, presents and many more things. But there is one thing different and that is baby shower favor. It is the most important part of the party.

Choosing the best baby shower favor is very important especially when it comes to making the party memorable one for you. But getting a suitable baby shower invitation is bit confusing. This is because there are many different varieties available in the market. Just have a look at some of the tips for choosing a good baby shower favor.

First of all consider the personality of the mother. Now choose the card that highlights the personality. If mother or father is not the one who is designing the baby shower favor, even then you have to opt for one that shows the personality of mother. Baby shower favor should be designed in such a way that it should show the real mother.

Buy baby shower favors from market. You have to roam around to get the best one. Compare different baby shower favors and prices of each favors. Opt for one which is reasonable and attractive. Do not ignore your budget. Baby shower favor should have all the qualities that will make the party memorable.

You can also choose to buy baby shower favor from internet. This is a good option as you can buy one just by sitting at your home. Also you will get good discounts. You can compare different designs of baby shower favor and choose the one and get it at your doorsteps just at the click of a button.

You can also consult people who have attended a baby shower party or have organized one. Their ideas will help you a lot as they are the one who have a lot of experience. If you do not want to consider the personality of mother then you can opt for one that has already been used by some other mother. These baby shower favors are already tested so it is for sure that you will get good appreciation.

Planning a party is not an easy task. You have to take care of each and every thing. That is why you have to consider many things and consult different planning. Plan a baby shower favor in such a way that it will become memorable both for family members and guests.

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There are expectant moms who are eager to celebrate the coming birth of their baby. This is why they invite family and good friends to welcome the new child. As gratitude for welcoming her coming new one, she prepares baby shower favors that come unique and distinctive to these guests. Or you can try bridesmaid jewelry for weddings.

A Glimpse: Green Screen Studio Life

By Phillip Guye

Life in a green screen studio can be exciting, if you're not one of the cameramen, that is. It can be so dull and uninteresting to keep preparing and rearranging the lighting and all the other apparatus that is there in the studio. On the other hand, for you and I who watch only the finished product, life in a studio (that boasts of the best quality of green screens) appears to be terribly exciting. One wonders how it is feasible to capture on film someone being chased by a tiger or something even worse.

There are photographs in papers and magazines of football players at a match. Sometimes, there is a picture of a particular player whose expression is caught for eternity, or so we think. It is quite possible that this expression was caught in the vicinity of a green screen studio and not on the soccer field. A picture of the football match in progress is superimposed on the green screen that has already served as the background in the studio. The soccer player is asked to stand in front of the screen, a look of ecstasy on his face, to copy that which he had when he made that brilliant pass in a vital league match against an arch rival team.

Naturally, not all pictures are orchestrated on a green screen studio; there are quite a few photographers who risk their lives to capture live action on film. These are folk who belong to a very different breed. Their love for the art of photography can take them to places that they have never been to and get them concerned in situations that might sometimes even cost them their lives. For example, prize-winning photographers do not win awards based mostly on stills that are taken in a studio with a green screen. Rather, they win awards based primarily on footage taken out in the real world without the computer effects that are conveniently and simply created using a green screen studio.

in a similar way, there are many photograph professionals who think that it is critical to capture wild animals on film, risking their lives in the process. One classic example of this is the miserable story of Steve Irwin, who was fatally attacked by a stingray. There isn't any chance of trying to replicate this type of a happening inside a green screen studio ; unless of course, somebody is making an attempt to make a film on Irwin, whereby the actor has to enact the final moments of the 'croc hunter' as Steve Irwin was fondly called.

Here, the actor will be asked to do all the movements and facial expressions that Irwin would have demonstrated in his last moments against the background of a green screen studio. Once this is done, the superimposing of the underwater battle between the stingray and the dying Irwin would be carried out by the film editing and compositing methodologies that are helped by the newest software, available in the flick industry today.

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There are a lot of other sites offering a variety of forms of advice on how to use green screen but a lot of them are not very specific or concise. Before following these, be sure to check my own articles and reviews on Green Screen Techniques and Green Screen Studio, You can also reach me at 1-323-851-3825 or phillipguy@hotmail.com

Good Quality Green Screen LA: A Guide To Finding

By Phillip Guye

One of the benefits of videos is that many people enjoy interacting with them. You can make them fun, straightforward to look at, and even interactive. This makes it possible to drive more folk to find and watch them which is one technique of increasing your audience traffic. It is important that you make them respectable too. One good idea is using a Green screen LA. This is a video making strategy which allows you to mix two screens or frames together.

One of the qualities of Green screen LA is that it makes characters and photographs that it creates clear and straightforward to see. It is simply a breeze to see characters shown on this medium vs a video made using a web based program. As a result, you do not have to worry when making a business show to a massive number of folk. This medium permits all sort of characters to be shown properly without any kind of interference.

One quality to watch out for when creating videos using Green Screen LA technology is called the afterglow effect. This is more common when scrolling up and down on the green screen, which has a tendency to leave a glow, which is affecting the quality of characters on show. When choosing a green screen you need to ensure you don't encounter this problem as to be certain that your presentation is simply comprehensible. A smart idea to remedy the difficulty of afterglow is to ask somebody well informed in the field to suggest you a screen warranted to offer you the least issues.

You need to also watch out for a Green screen LA that has high absorbance. A green screen with a level of high absorbance will make it a lot simpler for you to work with. Since you will need to use lots of lighting, an absorbent material allows the green screen to reduce the problem of glow effects, possibly making it tricky for you to display your images in the right way. The reason is that it has effects on how clear characters and photographs appear on the screen therefore giving you poor output. Good quality green screens should give you terribly very little reflectance in the slightest. Confirm your screen has as little afterglow effect as feasible. This guarantees you clear characters when making last presentations.

One of the common uses of a Green screen LA is in television and film productions such as weather reports and films that need extensive, grand photographs. The green screen permits movie makers to form illusions, battlefields, and fantastical creatures that would otherwise be very difficult to portray on the big screen. The type of work you want to use on your green screen also determines the quality of green screen you must pick. In the case of a TV display, the dimensions of the green screen also matters. The rationale is that vicinity and distance from the screen affects overall image display. As you combine the 2 frames to be employed in the demonstration of pictures or characters it's important to test out how even they are. This might affect lighting and cause some type of reflection which results in poor photographs.

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There are so many other sites offering a variety of forms of advice on how to use green screen but a lot of them are not very specific or concise. Before following these, make sure to check my own articles and reviews on Green Screen LA and Green Screen Studio LA, additionally, you can reach me at phillipguy@hotmail.com or 1-323-851-3825

Green Screen Los Angeles; How To Shop For One

By Phil Guye

If you like making videos then you can consider imploring the use of a Green Screen LA. It is an engaging medium you can use to bring out all sorts of illusions. If you fancy making movies or manufacturing films just for the thrill of it, then green screens will suit the purpose perfectly. When doing some Green screen Los Angeles shopping there are acceptable place you might want to check out.

You can own green screen LA by shopping from the famous dealers in the city. A smart idea is to buy from famous brands. You can easily find such products in most computer shops in L. A. . All that you need is to get a good store which has a rep for selling quality and genuine products and you are set with a good green screen. A good practice when it comes to purchasing one is to take a look at it at the store. Ask the shop attendant to check it out while you are there.

Get a good and working green screen Los Angeles from the Net. Shopping for one online is like hitting jackpot. There are loads of sites just prepared to sell you one. All you need to do is give in your product description and you are ready to go. Check out a number of online stores that deal with such components. A great thing you can do is to compare the product features. Check if there are any guarantees given with the product. Keep an eye out for a reduction too. Only when you're satisfied are you able to go on with the transaction. You may ask for recommendations from experienced users in the town. Remember to be sure that the frames are high absorbance as to restrict the afterglow during filming. The store owner can help you with picking a quality screen.

Departmental stores have a section where they specialize in electronic parts and products. It is a place to check out green screen LA also. The prize might change depending on the store. Customarily it is likely that the price is a bit on the higher end. If it's's an emergency then you can purchase it. Just ask the attendants if they can test it for you. The sole disadvantage is that you aren't warranted that it's a genuine item.

Another way of owning green screen Los Angeles is getting it from second hand electronics shop. You may want to tread meticulously here. Simply because you aren't guaranteed that the product is real. This is a massive gamble as they will not give you effective service. It is always smart to deal in authentic items. Second possibilities of buying a faulty one are high in such places. Exercise caution and simply ask them to check it for you. If there is any hint of hesitance then you can look for the product some place else. It is not good to chance when buying such items.

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There are a lot of other websites offering a variety of forms of advice on how to use green screen but a lot of them are not very specific or precise. Before following these, be sure to check my own articles and reviews on Green Screen and Green Screen Los Angeles, additionally, you can reach me at phillipguy@hotmail.com or 1-323-851-3825