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Best Superbowl Commercial Best Superbowl Commercial
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MTV VMAs: Sarah Silverman MTV VMAs: Sarah Silverman
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MTV VMAs: Sarah Silverman
If you didn’t catch Sarah Silverman’s hosting gig at this year’s Oscars, you probably at least heard about her raunchy and controversial stint as host for this year’s Video Music Awards! Sarah is one of my very favorite comics out there! I love her offensive sense of humor and think it’s pretty funny to see our favorite celebs like Paris Hilton and Britney Spears squirm when she brings them up in her routine.tiffany coSarah’s usually a pretty low-key girl; she’s usually pictured wearing casual clothes with no designer labels, no plunging necklines or miniskirts. I can’t even think of the last time I saw her wearing jewelry! So she looks extra-cute here wearing a flattering black outfit and these simple yet noticeable round blue drop earrings. I think she does women everywhere a great service by dressing like an actual real person rather than a Hollywood celebrity with millions to drop on expensive and fashionable clothes.wedding dresses
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Original uggs Original uggs
- From: WesleyRobinson
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Ugg boots (sometimes called uggs or ug boots) are a style of unisex sheepskin boots lined with wool on the inside and with a tanned outer surface. Ugg boots often have a synthetic sole, although this is not universal. Uggs have been considered a fashion trend since the early 2000s.
In the Arctic and China, sheepskin boots have long been popular with people in rural occupations (such as sheep shearers, who have ready access to the raw materials needed to make them). They are traditionally used for skiing. Their popularity increased as a result of World War I and World War II, during which they became popular with aviators because of their need to keep warm in unpressurized planes at high altitudes. Ugg boots have also been popular with surfers and competitive swimmers since at least the 1960s, for keeping warm while out of the water.
The terms ugg boots, ugh boots and ug boots have been used as generic terms for sheepskin boots in Australia since the 1970s,[1] when they first appeared in advertising and other publications.
The natural isolative properties of sheepskin that gives thermostatic properties to the boots: the thick fleecy fibres on the inner part of the boots allow air to circulate and keep the feet at body temperature. This means that Ugg boots can be worn without socks (even in relatively cold weather).
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Grandeur Vacation Grandeur Vacation
- From: staceybrown281
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A few months ago, I’ve not been a good mother and wife. I’ve been working so hard I hardly have time for my son, my husband and myself. My son does not talk to me like he used to I am afraid he doesn’t find me as his confidant anymore. My husband has been telling me to take some time off if I don’t want our kid to find the father he needs some place else.
So, I decided to file a vacation leave from work. I booked us a weeklong European Cruise complete with a tour to some of the notable cities in Europe. I wanted it to be something we could do together; enjoy the ocean and the remarkable European sights while getting a taste of the English culture (and cuisine). After all, my wife is part English, so I knew she’ll appreciate my effort.
I knew from the look on my husband and son’s faces when we got home that it was a well worth it trip. I had a great time bonding with my son and my husband. Actually, the trip was part-leisure, part-anniversary celebration. My husband and I celebrated our 9th anniversary on that cruise. The crew was very helpful. They decorated the dining hall with paper chains, lanterns and other fripperies. I barely recognized it when we came for the dinner I especially asked the crew to prepare for us. The crew was dressed in fancy evening full figure formal wear; the men in tuxedo with chic men’s neckties and stunning formal suits, and the women in exquisite and elaborate gowns. On the tables were hats and turbans in gold and silver, there were even trumpets and tinsels made for such occasions. The menu cards, with ribbons and tassels, were longer than usual. My son was really amazed on what he saw – clowns, colorful balloons, and funny and tricky magicians. Their eyes were glistening all night. We felt so relaxed, happy and contented that night. That surely was a wonderful and unforgettable vacation.
Until today, when I remember that cruise, I can’t forget the happiness and glistening eyes of my husband and son. I realized that there’s nothing more important to me than my family, and so, I promised myself to be the best wife and mother in the world and spend more time with them. - Blog post
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New style uggs come into marke New style uggs come into market
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Manolo Blahnik, and UGG Australia is like from two of the world: Manolo Blahnik is a sexy and elegant symbol of "Sex and the City" mature actress out and necessary line of head, with 18 cm high heels and beautiful curved design known. Uggs Australia is the first brand snow boots, awkward in shape, see cute, pretty extensive in the obvious, and is a family of young women, one of the most beloved card influx.
Now the two days each side of the brand together recently for the UGG Australia's annual "soles of the art" online charity auction will be introduced exclusively designed models for ugg boots, the auction proceeds will be donated to St. Judy's Children's Research Hospital, used to help the body suffering from cancer and other deadly diseases of children.
The latest design of the disclosure of Manolo Blahnik shoes UGG auction quite innovative, in the top-selling long-barreled UGG sheepskin boots snow increased the bandage, rivets, buckle trip, and beaded design, add immediate charming and sexy femininity. Several other top designer brands such as Rafe, Carlos Falchi, and Rebecca Minkoff will also UGG Australia's current online sale design "unique" out of print section snow ugg boots.
UGG Australia before Christmas each year launched an online charity auction, designers and celebrities are apparently the intention of participants, help UGG Children's Hospital fund-raising for the St. Judy. UGG online auctions by 2007 shine a year, including Sharon. Stone, Cindy. Crawford, Jessica. Simpson, Mai-. Sellers and other front-line nearly 20 Hollywood stars play their part artistic talent, for the UGG Australia design "unique" snow boots became a fashion much-told story. - Blog post
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Surface Encounters- The Best C Surface Encounters- The Best Counter Top Guys I've Seen
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Surface Encounters state-of-the-art machinery ensures the highest quality finished product as they design and create some of the finest kitchens and bathrooms. Granite Countertops enhance the warmth and beauty of homes while increasing their value and improving lifestyles.
Surface Encounters is also concerned with employee morale; happy employees are more likely to contribute to the success of a business. In addition to being a successful company and one that is great to work for, Surface Encounters does their part to preserve our planet.
Surface Encounters does what is right for their customers, employees and the environment. Surface Encounters uses advanced water recycling capabilities to recycle up to 43,000 gallons of water each day. In addition, 100 percent of the scrap generated in creating elegant kitchens and beautiful baths is re-used as aggregate in road building, surface preparations and concrete.
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Details of Second Mortgage bad Details of Second Mortgage bad credit & No Closing Cost Refinance Loan
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The second mortgage gives an opportunity to the home owner to use the house equity that has been built up over the years. The second mortgage, known as home mortgage refinance, is a secured loan because the house is the collateral in this case.
Some of the major aspects of the second mortgage are as follows.
- Since this is a secured loan the rate of interest is comparatively less. Most of the people try to get rid of high interest loan through this low interest home mortgage refinance. Most of the high interest loans are the unsecured loans that include the credit card debts and the medical bills.
- Many people seek the 2nd mortgage just to reduce the monthly payment. In majority of the cases the debtor cannot afford the current monthly payment because of either reduction in the income or extra expenses. Income may be reduced because of loss of job or big loss in business. The extra expenses may include home improvement, education, entertainment, debt with high interest and even medical bills.
- If the property has appreciated a lot and much of the first loan has been paid up, the equity is going to be quite high. One can take the advantage of this and the second mortgage rates can even go to 125% of the equity. One can use the extra money for other purpose and this is usually called cash out refinance.
- The other reason for seeking the second mortgage is to improve the credit score. It is obvious that when the monthly payments reduce the debtor can pay the new monthly payment regularly and over a time, one can improve the credit score. This sort of mortgage refinancing offered despite the bad credit of the debtor is called bad credit mortgage refinance.
The closing of the first loan is another aspect of this process. There are two options with the debtor, either to pay the closing costs up front or get them included in the second mortgage. When the debtor cannot pay the closing cost, the closing cost is included in the home mortgage refinance and this is called no closing cost refinance.
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AN ATROCITY~~ AN ATROCITY~~
- From: christianadvocate
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Description:It is sad that we as citizens have developed the opportunity tointeract on websites, exchange ideas, complain, applaud, &the "devious malcontent, opportunistic, igmos are destroying it"!I came on this site months ago, discontent with other sites thatattack people, chastize, lie, assume, & lo & behold...I see anotherproblem!Now we have the "opportunistic" who seek to flood the site with"ads" promoting some "stupid B.S."....
Aside from being a "total" waste of time, it is an imposition on others,who wish to interact.Not sure what our society is coming to, but also not sure I like it..lol!But...when I contemplate the sites I have visited, NONE as bad asMTFOXHOUSTON...where the liberal parasites blast any person whodoes not agree with them...!!!
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- 1 month ago
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Fix XBox 360 Red Light At Home
Our XBox 360 is a delicate piece of equipment. With the 360 we have found that it just gets too hot underneath the shell, causing various problems -or Red Lights of Death.
And to fix this XBox 360 Red Light problem is ALWAYS a pain.
Sending it off means NO XBOX 360 FOR MONTHS. Paying some repair guy in town is NEVER the best idea. They could damage further and you would never know if it was there fault or not.Not to mention, all the money you will pay them for trying to get it fixed.
Personally, for me, its send it to Sony or Fix it myself. And fixing it myself was actually not that tough. bought the complete set of XBox 360 Red
Our XBox 360 is a delicate piece of equipment. With the 360 we have found that it just gets too hot underneath the shell, causing various problems -or Red Lights of Death.
And to fix this XBox 360 Red Light problem is ALWAYS a pain.
Sending it off means NO XBOX 360 FOR MONTHS. Paying some repair guy in town is NEVER the best idea. They could damage further and you would never know if it was there fault or not.Not to mention, all the money you will pay them for trying to get it fixed.
Personally, for me, its send it to Sony or Fix it myself. And fixing it myself was actually not that tough. bought the complete set of XBox 360 Red repair videos and never looked back.
Everything was quite easy to follow -and I was playing my XBox 360 in under an hour! The XBox 360 Red Light Fix program and videos is definitely the best option -and it doesnt cost a fortune either. Actually its half the price of 1 game.
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- 2 months ago
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Sure You Do Right Buy Cheap Je Sure You Do Right Buy Cheap Jewelry
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It all is contingent on circumstance, but buying cheap jewelry can be a slippery slope and if the reasons are not nice, you could find yourself right out of a relationship.
Okay, first of all, what is wrong with you that you must get cheap on jewelry? Would not it be better to basically not buy any jewelry at all? Of coursework, perhaps you need to send that special message to a loved two and you don't have the money to buy pricey items.
Jewelry, as they know, comes at a very high cost usually. Rings, necklaces and earrings with gemstones like diamonds in them often run at hundreds of dollars in price. Naturally, it can be very hard for lots of of us to afford that.
If you do choose to go cheap fashion jewelry, make sure you do it right.
First of all, tell the person you bought the jewelry for that you did in fact buy it cheap, but if you have a nice reason like "I wanted to do something special for you but I didn't have the money", then you ought to be all right. However, if you are buying it because you don't need to spend a lot, then don't bother, he will know. Honesty in a relationship is the best owner, so go with it.
Don't buy poor quality. There's lots of items of jewelry out there that are cheap, but their quality is halfway decent and you won't must worry that the ring you bought her is going to start losing chips of gold paint only a few days after you buy it. Often, jewelry stores will carryover lower-end jewelry that is still of a decent quality. Take a look at those and tell the store owner what your price range is. Most will be over happy to find the right item for your budget.
If you can, don't buy anything cheap, an item of jewelry that symbolizes your love. However, if you must show why you care, then at least do it right and you won't be in trouble with your loved two who thought you didn't care to buy a
Go to a cheap wholesale jewelry shop since, sadly, in our society there will often be nice rings on display that had to be hawked to pay bills or other expenses. You can at least benefit by buying a very nice ring, for a very cheap price.Contact Information
Company；yiwu dushang jewelry co,ltd
Website: http://www.chinacheapwholesalejewelry.com
Phone:86.579-85597585
Fax:86.579-85320753
Adress:3f,No.13-15,Building 4,A zone, Futian jewelry street,yiwu city,zhejiang,china - Blog post
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The Benefits of costume jewelr The Benefits of costume jewelry & real jewelry
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Many jewelry lovers have an appreciation for both costume jewelry & real jewelry for different reasons. While real jewelry is thought about a valuable asset, a lifetime investment, costume jewelry also has its advantages which make it the jewelry of choice for millions of women. It continues to gain popularity even in these hard economic times for 3 primary reasons: price, variety, & versatility.
Price: Affordability is probably the most apparent & biggest advantage of wholesale costume jewelry. Why spend hundreds or thousands of dollars or more on a single diamond ring or gold necklace when you can purchase several pieces for the same price thus getting more for your dollar. A well constructed cz ring, bracelet, or necklace can have the beauty & sparkle of its real diamond counterpart for a fraction of the cost. & with proper handling & care it can last for several years. Costume jewelry with layered gold or silver or an overlay of precious metals tend to be the most durable & therefore longer lasting. Plated items tend to fade & tarnish more easily but can be re-plated. Affordability also allows us to experiment with a huge variety of themes, colors, & styles to match or taste, wardrobe, mood, even our hobbies & interests. This brings me to the second benefit of costume jewelry: variety.
Versatility: Costume jewelry can be worn at any event or occasion from night clubs to formal parties to informal gatherings. A necklace or bracelet made of natural stone or shell at a relatives reunion is appropriate whereas real gold jewelry might come across as a small "fancy". On the other hand a huge, bold sparkling cz necklace & earring set can accentuate your formal attire & make you stand out in a crowd, in a lovely way that is.
Variety: Costume jewelry offers an unparalleled variety of colors & styles. Unlike real precious stones like rubies, emeralds, sapphires, etc. synthetic stones in costume jewelry which are often composed of cubic zirconia, rhinestone, synthetic crystals, or glass can be produced in any color you can imagine. While typical costume jewelry usually consists of metal alloys coated with precious metals like gold, silver, rhodium, or platinum, it can also be made from other materials like nylon fiber, plastic acrylic or natural materials like wood, shell, or stones. These materials permit for an even broader variety of style choices.
Like costume jewelry, real jewelry has obvious advantages & I would highly recommend owning some pieces of real jewelry if your budget allows. But when it comes to price, variety & versatility costume jewelry is unmatched.
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Company；yiwu dushang jewelry co,ltd
Website: http://www.china-costume-jewelry.com
Phone:86.579-85597585
Fax:86.579-85320753
Adress:3f,No.13-15,Building 4,A zone, Futian jewelry street,yiwu city,zhejiang,china - Blog post
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WHAT'S UP WITH THAT? 12-26-09 WHAT'S UP WITH THAT? 12-26-09
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WHAT’S UP WITH THAT?!?! 12-26-09
To celebrate his recent acquittal, John Gotti Jr. invited all 12 jurors to Christmas dinner with him and his family! They all declined, Guess they didn’t like the sound of “Jurors Roasting on an open fire, Jack Frost shooting off your nose!?!?!”
What’s up with that?
In New Zealand , Police picked up two ‘NAKED MEN’ on a late night bike ride. They were both only cited for not wearing their HELMETS!
What’s up with that?
Penelope Cruz, won’t return my phone calls!
What’s up with that?
My wife just hit me in the head for writing that. Ouch!
What’s up with that?
Q: Why is getting Christmas presents for your kids just like a day at the office?
A: You do all the work and the fat guy in the suit gets all the credit.Australian rockers AC/DC may have to cancel a sold-out concert because their big sound poses a danger to rare birds.
Animal-rights campaigners are threatening legal action if the veteran rock band goes ahead with a gig planned in Austria in May.
Hans Uhl of the conservation organization BirdLife said birds nesting in the area at the time would be threatened by anthems such as "Highway To Hell" and "You Shook Me All Night Long." I got an idea, let them play in New York , maybe we could get rid of the freakin’ pigeons!
What’s up with that?
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- 2 months ago
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WHEN TO START CUSSING! WHEN TO START CUSSING!
- From: christianadvocate
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Description:A 6 year old and a 4 year old are upstairs in their bedroom.'You know what?' says the 6 year old. 'I think it's about timewe started cussing. The 4-year old nods his head in approval.The 6 year old continues, “When we go downstairs for breakfast,I'm gonna say something with hell and you say something with ass. . .”The 4 year old agrees with enthusiasm.
When the mother walks into the kitchen and asks the 6 year old whathe wants for breakfast, he replies, 'Aw, hell, Mom, I guess I'll havesome Cheerios.'
WHACK! He flies out of his chair, tumbles across the kitchen floor,gets up, and runs upstairs crying his eyes out, with his mother inhot pursuit, slapping his rear w ith every step.His mom locks him in his room and shouts, 'You can stay there untilI let you out!'
She then comes back downstairs, looks at the 4 year old and asks witha stern voice,'And what do YOU want for breakfast, young man?'...?I don't know, he blubbers, 'but you can bet your fat azz it won't be Cheerios!'
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- 2 months ago
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DO YOU KNOW YOUR VOCABULARY... DO YOU KNOW YOUR VOCABULARY...?
- From: christianadvocate
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Description:I have written thousands of posts, commenting on varioussubjects in the last few years.....I was always amazed at some of the responses I received on my posts...Sometimes the comments seemed to 'not even have any relation to mythoughts'...?Sometimes, I was perceived 'totally' wrong...?So, I gave it a 'lot' of thought...I consider myself to be 'relatively intelligent'...yet "I" make thesemistakes..!!!Can I expect others who are 'less intelligent'..to not make them..?I came to a conclusion that 'few' of us 'REALLY' read a post....Most of us scan the post...get a general idea of the thought...& respond...We "all" have a 'general conception' what a word means...THAT..is why I write in what I term a 'eliptical' style...with caps &exclamation points...I also came to the conclusion that we 'all' do not have the same precisedefinition of the words we use...We all try & use the widest variety of words in our vocabulary, perhaps, toimpress others...& that leads to a 'misconception' of the thought...??I wrote a post where a person asked about men being "unfaithful"...I suggested that an 'occasional sexual act outside of marriage' was notnecessarily being 'unfaithful'....My personal definition of 'faithful'... was an allegiance to your spouse...to 'love, serve, & obey'...to 'be there' for them...in sickness & in health...loyalty, devotion...etc....NOT...to 'ever succumb to sin or make a mistake'...!!!Looking it up in the dictionary..it 'specifically states'..."Engaging in sex only with one's spouse or only with one's partner in a sexualrelationship."Sooooo...perhaps...we should 'REALLY'...read a post...look up the words...before we comment...??
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- 2 months ago
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Sharing the Joy of UGGs Sharing the Joy of UGGs
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For the past week I’ve spoken with a woman from the Bay Area about UGGs. We’ve talked about the Classic Short, the Ugg Sundance II, and the Ugg Classic Tall, discussing the fit, comfort and fashion that applies to each of these very unique boots. We haven’t really talked about anything aside from UGGs, yet the enthusiasm we share for these shoes ignited a friendly connection. The Swell Tall is my personal favorite Ugg sheepskin boots, and I was very excited for her to try this style, and I was so happy when she called to tell me the style and size worked for her! It may seem silly, but it genuinely brings me joy that this stranger I’ve never met was able to find an UGG boot that is beautiful and fits her. That shared happiness over the simplest of things made my day!
They always say that it’s the simple things that matter. So, what chance encounters and conversations have your UGGs brought you?
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- 2 months ago
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The Morning Shoot The Morning Shoot
- From: gstrader
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I awoke the next morning, and grabbed a cup of coffee, and my Nikon, and made for the Marina. It was almost time for sunrise, however there were a good amount of clouds about, so I assumed my photo ops for a sunrise was limited at best.
It is early September in North Carolina, and it can still be quite warm here in September. Also in New Bern, it can be stiffing hot in the summertime but this day has started off very pleasant, and cool. I am sure that the overcast might last, but was hopeful that it would break.
I was determined to retrace my steps from the night before, and make my way down the Trent, to where it runs into the Neuse River about a quarter mile away to the east, and shoot as I walked along the river.
As the sun made its way upward into the sky I could see workman making there way to work on the bridge that was closest to the hotel. Everywhere in New Bern there was road repaving, and construction, making everything ready for the Tricentennial Celebration for 2010.
The overcast had rolled in from the Atlantic last night, and though it persisted this morning, there were enough breaks in the cloud cover to add some definition to the morning sky. I am hopeful, but guarded on what the day might bring.
Yes it was overcast, but even an overcast sky can add definition to photos.
When I arrived at Centennial Park, I was also at the mouth of the Trent, where it empties into the Neuse River. This shot was overlooking the mouth of the Trent, as it enters the much larger, and longer Neuse river. It is also one of my favorite shots. My wide angle lens captured the walkway and gave me a dramatic view of the river mouth.
Next Post : Welcome to Tryon Palace!
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- 2 months ago
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New Bern, 300Years and Countin New Bern, 300Years and Counting
- From: gstrader
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Tuesday, December 8, 2009
New Bern 300 years and Counting
The Photos that you see here were taken by me September 8th-10th. This was the main reason for me to go to New Bern in the first place.
I went to New Bern as a (mini)vacation to take pictures. I was not disappointed, finding lots of subjects in which to photograph. I was looking for mainly three different kinds of photos:(1.) Night Scenes,
(2) sunrise over the water, and (3) sunset shots over the water.
In addition, I wanted to capture some of the flavor of the old homes here, with the "widows porch" on the roof, and of course some of Tryon Palace. So indeed, I had a shooting plan in place.
I arrived in the late evening around 10 PM, and as soon as I got unpacked and settled into the room, I went out for a night stroll to check out the marina that was right behind the hotel. I had packed my tripod for just this occasion, but as usual, I just could not bring myself to lug around a tripod on this late night stroll into the darkness, so the shots I got were all hand held at high ISOs.
The marina was deserted, and it was rather spooky to have the place all to myself. Soon, I spotted a woman out walking her dog, just up the path from where I took this photo, and then a man, walking two rather large Golden Retrievers.
So, I was not completely alone. I walked up this walkway into the night, making my way beside the Trent River making my way toward the Neuse River, which was only about a quarter mile away.
Here are some shots that I took looking back toward the Hotel, and the marina.
The overcast skies made for a weird glow over the complex, but no doubt that it added a hint of mystery to my photos...When I had made my way to the Neuse river, and the Park, I saw a small skiff powering down, and making for the lights of yet another hotel that was on the Banks of the Neuse River, whose bright lights shown like a beacon into the night, and shimmering in the water. I knew this was probably the best shot of the night, so I took my time to focus, and steady my camera on a rail at the waters edge.
When I had taken this shot, I decided to return to the hotel this time by the well lit street, and shoot a few shots of some of the old house and buildings nearby.
Here is one of those building that I took:
Some of the Old houses, looked rather spooky in the night, and I am sure there are stories and secrets their walls could tell.
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- 2 months ago
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Uggs Boots are for Everybody Uggs Boots are for Everybody
- From: WesleyRobinson
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Ugg boots are fast becoming a hot fashion item in the US and Canada, and for good reason. Ugg boots are wonderful Australian footwear that is making their presence felt in the worldwide fashion footwear arena.
Uggs boots are what are known by some as sheepskin boots. These uggs have been made in Australia for tens if not hundreds of years, and are well known all over Australia. However now they are making an impact on foriegn markets.
An Ugg boot is made from the skin of an Australian merino sheep most commonly. The wool part of the skin faces into the inside of the boot and so lies against the leg. This results in a warm soft feel to the boot that is found only from wearing Uggs boots. The Ugg is unique in the level of comfort it offers to the wearer, and devotees of Uggs will maintain tenaciously that Uggs are the most comfortable boot on planet, unsurpassed by any other form of footwear. - Blog post
- 2 months ago
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TriCentennial TriCentennial
- From: gstrader
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Here is a reprint from my Blog Page...it was written about our coastal town of New Bern, who will be 300 years old in 2010. I think you might find the history and photos of interest, and if your a history buff...
On my maiden voyage in "Carolina Rambling", I must get things off to a good start. I can think of nothing these days that can possibly be better than the Tricentennial of New Bern.
New Bern was founded in 1710, and named for Bern Switzerland, by the swiss colonists that settled here. New Bern was the colonial capital for North Carolina, and perhaps the governors mansion known as Tryon Palace is what the little intra-coastal town is best known for.
The beautiful home and mansion of Governor Tryon was built on the backs of the farmers, and settlers of North Carolina. That fact did not set well with those affected by the steep Stamp Act Taxes that were being collected to build it. The settlers referred to Tryon's mansion as a "Palace ", and being relieved of crops, and what little money the poor settlers had sparked what I consider to be the beginnings of the war for independence that would happen a decade later.
Gov Tryon sent his Militia inland to a place called Alamance to put down a rebellion by a group of farmers who called themselves "Regulators". The rebellion was quickly put down, and the leaders were rounded up, and taken to Hillsboro, and hanged. The Battle of Alamance was the first salvo for what one day would be the Revolutionary War, and it happened here in North Carolina.
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