![]() Amelie’s neighbor, “The Glass Man”, also seems to at one point have been a world traveler. Amelie’s apartment is full of tiny nick -knacks, each with their own story I’m certain. The city felt like a place where you go on vacation and while there you can instantly write an award winning novel. One scene in particular, Amelie is walking along the cobblestone roads to her fathers and I instantly had a feeling of needing to add this city to my travel bucket list. The city seems like it was frozen in time from thousands of years ago, with the new addition of transportation. The town is very quaint along with the buildings which it inhabits. ![]() The movie takes place in Montmartre, which is a small elevated area north of Paris, France. Jeunet constructed a world full of oddball characters (dressed in whimsical clothing), a screen filled with bright colors and a town that seems like a child’s dream come to life. As I watched the film I felt that director, Jean-Pierre Jeunet, was trying to portray a cartoon come to life. Often daydreaming up the most elaborate ideas, even into adulthood, she found company within in her own mind. As a child who spent her days in solitude she found that her imagination was her best friend. This 2001 French film tells the story of a young twenty something, Amelie, who makes it her life’s mission to help others. ![]() It was a film that hit on all cylinders, for me. After watching Amelie I left the classroom just feeling all warm and fuzzy. As someone who loves a good film, I find it rare to find one that has ALL the qualities I search for in a film: heart, comedy, a good message, and just plain sweet. The spell that a film can have on its audience can be a powerful one. Every once in awhile you find a film that makes you just feel good.
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I remember the first I heard this and nearly panicked! What if I hadn’t taken down my feeders in time and my fragile hummingbirds that live on the edge of survival stay and freeze in our cold northeastern climate? That’s a lot of pressure for the average birdwatchers who want only the best for their loyal little friends. There is a widespread myth that they won’t migrate if you don’t take down your feeders in time. ![]() To heat the nectar or bring the feeder indoors and then out again but These Ruby-throated hummingbirds require us Hummingbirds that have always wintered in some of our southern states There are a small number of Ruby-throated ![]() ![]() Spring arrivals that usually show up the last week in March. We haven't had another since that time but I keep hoping and praying forĪnother winter bird. You may be blessed with that winter hummer. We were sad when he left but we hoped he flew into another person's life and made their day. My wife named him Christmas and said Christmas hadĬome early. Return and stayed with us thru December 16th. My wife who was soĮxcited got to hold the hummer and release him back to the skies. Hummer and logged all info, weight, size, etc. It's amazing that this bird had flown overĢ000 miles and ending up in my yard in Calera, Alabama. Month old Rufus hummingbird that had migrated from the northwest, probablyįrom Alaska, Oregon or Washington. He immediately went to examining the bird. He sat the cage on a little table and reached in and grasped the little The hummer flew around it awhile but eventually went inside and Bob released the trap door that he was holding open with fishing line. We removed all feeders but one and put it in the trapĬage. Bob and Martha showed up at my home 3 days later with a cageĪnd a banding kit. Martha are hummer experts and capture and band winter hummers all along Late Bob Sargent and sent him photos of our bird. It showed up November 31stĪnd stayed thru December 16th. We had our first and only winter hummer 5 years ago. It keeps the air warm around the feeders and keeps them from freezing. We don't get too many freezing days here in the south, I will rig up aīrooder light over the feeders. I have kept feeders up year roundįor the last 10 years. May get a "winter hummer" as we did 5 years ago. Would like you to urge people to leave a feeder or 2 up year round. Here is an experience sent to us by our friend Donnie Green in Alabama: If you are surprised with one, you might need to keep your nectar warm for them. These hummingbirds such as the Rufous are more cold tolerant but require a greater commitment from you. Keep your feeders up until early November. If you are interested in the possibility of having one stop at your location, don't stop feeding hummingbirds. It should be noted that more and more people are seeing some species of overwintering hummingbirds in southern and northwestern states along with some provinces of Canada. In the event that a hungry passerby might stop to feed, we wouldn’t like to sicken the bird. Yes, this is a commitment because the nectar needs to be changed every 3 to 5 days even if the feeder has not been visited. There might be one or a few travelers migrating in need of a stop-over meal. In the Autumn we recommend leaving your feeders up for approximately two (2) weeks after you have seen the last hummingbird. What should we do about our hummingbird feeders when we go.If I don't take my feeders down, is the myth true that hummingbirds will stay instead of migrating?. ![]() When is the best time to take down our hummingbird feeders in the Autumn?.We are asked two basic questions in regard to when should we cease feeding our little friends. FTC Disclosure: If you make a purchase via a link on this site, We may receive a small commission on the transaction - at no added cost to you. ![]() The most textured among the three, the Stucco Venetian plaster is made from slaked lime and finely-ground marble dust, but this time, both fine and coarse marble dust are included as well. Suitable for interiors, semi-exteriors, and shower stalls as well, especially after combined with protective coatings. ![]() As with Veneziano, you can combine colours, waxes, and application methods. Depending on your preference, Marmorino can be smooth with little sheen, or more mottled and textured with a slightly rougher finish. As such, Marmorino has more texture than Veneziano, allowing for more depth. Marmorino differs from Veneziano slightly it is also made from slaked lime and finely-ground marble dust, but fine marble sand is also added into the mix. What’s more, you can also opt for dramatic colour variation, where more than 60 shades are available for your choice. Made from slaked lime and finely-ground marble dust, Veneziano has a minimal to light texture, medium to high sheen, and has the finest and smoothest finish among all Venetian plaster types Vasari carries. Applied in thin layers, Veneziano creates smooth finishes, soft and subtle tones, and highly-polished surfaces. Veneziano is a versatile traditional plaster most suitable for interiors and shower stalls. At Vasari, there are three types of plaster you can choose from: Veneziano, Marmorino, and Stucco. There are actually plenty of Venetian plaster types available in the market, depending on your taste and preference. For more benefits of Venetian plaster, you can click here! As aforementioned, the plaster hardens even more over time, and is less prone to cracking and shrinking than cement finishes. There’s a reason why Venetian plaster finishes are called a “lifetime finish” – it’s incredibly durable. For added protection, you can also add a wax layer on top of the plaster to repel dirt further. And if you’re worried about maintenance of the polished plaster, fret not! It’s actually super low-maintenance, where wiping it down with a damp cloth is sufficient. That’s what we call a win-win situation with less CO2, and stronger walls! It is also alkaline in nature, and with its high pH levels, it acts as a natural fungicide, which means that you don’t have to worry about mould or mildew. ![]() As a lime-based plaster, it absorbs carbon dioxide in the air as it is applied layer by layer, and turns back into limestone (its original form) with each application. Venetian plaster isn’t just a pretty face it actually has several benefits as well. ![]() Venetian plaster clearly goes a long way back, even though the name wasn’t coined till recent times, and though it was primarily used for building purposes back then, today it is used widely for its aesthetic value, mainly as decorative wall finishes. Marmorino, a variation of Venetian plaster, was extensively used in the area of Veneto itself, in Venice. Venetian plaster got its name from Venice, Italy, where they largely used it to create a marble effect, yet keep their buildings somewhat watertight. Frescos are mural paintings done on freshly laid wet, lime plaster. Later on during the Italian Renaissance, it surged in popularity again for interior and exterior home decoration.įun fact: Several famous artworks, such as Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, were created in a similar method to Venetian plaster, called Fresco. Ancient Greece and Egypt both used lime-based plasters in their buildings, and it really blew up in times of the Roman Empire, where this lime-based plaster was largely used to imitate natural stone surfaces within palazzos, villas, and cathedrals. Though it probably was quite different from what Venetian plaster is today after undergoing several improvements, limestone (the base for lime putty, Venetian plaster’s main ingredient) is as old as the earth itself. In fact, historians have traced it as far as the first century A.D. If we want to get specific, Venetian plaster has existed almost since the beginning of the earth. ![]() You can look for the meaning of words using the built-in dictionary. I believe this feature will be helpful for many users, especially children trying to improve their reading skills. You can enable/disable it anytime and also choose if you want fewer or more hints while reading. The feature shows you short and simple definitions of difficult words and phrases.Ī toggle button is available for Word Wise in Settings. It makes it easier for readers to understand challenging books more quickly. The update is adding a popular Kindle feature, called Word Wise, to the app. Being a Goodreads user, it’ll be a nice to see the service within the Kindle app, which will save the hassle of visiting the site separately. I’m really looking forward to checking out the Goodreads integration on Android. Hopefully, it will soon be expanded to the Android app as well. Unfortunately, only iPhone and iPad users can enjoy the Goodreads integration via the Kindle app on iOS. These suggestions may include authors and popular Goodreads reviewers. The app will recommend fellow Goodreads users, who have similar taste and interests, to you so that you can follow them. The feature will let you highlight portions of a book you are reading and directly share it on Goodreads. In case you see books you would like to read, you can add them to your ‘Want to Read’ list for easy reference. This cool feature also lets you share reviews and post comments on Goodreads. The iOS version now gets a new Community tab that allows users to see what their friends or other users they follow are reading. Goodreads IntegrationĪmazon is focusing more on social features of the Kindle app by integrating Goodreads with the new update. ![]() You can instantly search for downloaded books, as well as books in the store, using the search bar. This can be accessed from anywhere in the app. Inclusion of a Search BarĪ new search bar has been placed at the top of the revamped Kindle app. Other Stories: 7 Best EBook Reader Apps for Android 4. Unfortunately, iPhone owners still won’t be able to buy Kindle books directly through the app. Buttons for Home, Library, Store, and More are present on the navigation bar.Īndroid users can continue to buy books directly from the Kindle app on their phone. I loved this feature as it helped me get back to the book in no time. The navigation bar follows you around so you can quickly return to the book you’re currently reading from anywhere in the app. The one-tap access feature automatically shows an icon of the book you’re currently reading. There is a new navigation bar at the bottom of the app comprising a button that allows you to quickly return to your current book. You can choose between the themes from Settings. I personally prefer the light theme as it’s more comforting for the eyes, especially if you’re reading for a long time. It must be noted that the theme change only applies to the app and, once you open a book, you will still see a white background to offer you a relaxed reading experience. As the names suggest, the former changes the app background to black while the latter changes it to white. The update comes with two new themes – dark and light. The Kindle app lets you read eBooks and magazines on any device, including iPhone, iPad, Android, and PCs. You can even choose left alignment instead of auto in the Display setting. I also noticed small tweaks here and there such as the ability to display the current time on the page while you’re reading. Another welcome change is the inclusion of Amazon’s custom Bookerly font for book titles. Book covers have been made larger that helps you to browse easily. The new, user-friendly design makes it easier to navigate through the app. The refreshed Kindle app user interface sports a cleaner and more streamlined look. The new logo features only the silhouette of the kid while the product title – kindle – and the tree have been removed. Revamped User Interfaceįirst up, Amazon has reworked the old Kindle app icon that featured a kid reading under a tree. So without further ado, let’s check out the top new features of the updated Kindle app. The user interface (UI) is simple and free of all distractions that lead to seamless reading as it should be with the world’s favorite eBook reader. Sporting a major redesign, the new Kindle app comes with a bunch of new features that enhance reading experience on mobile devices. The new app is inspired by books of course and it also incorporates few important features from the Kindle e-reader. A treat for all bibliophiles out there! Amazon’s Kindle app for Android and iOS is out with a brand new look and it’s stunning. Wolverine in X-Men 2: Wolverine's Revenge (video game, 2003, Marvel) Isaac Evers in Batman: Vengeance (video game, 2001, DC) The Joker in Batman Beyond - Return of the Joker (2000, DC) Carter in Batman of the Future (2000, DC) The Joker and a mugging victim in The New Batman Adventures (1997-99, DC) Hobgoblin, Jason Phillips, Jason Philip Macendale in Spider-Man (1995-98, Marvel) Gargoyle and Tong-Zing in The Incredible Hulk (1996-97, Marvel) The Joker in Superman: The Animated Series (1997, DC) The Joker in The Adventures of Batman and Robin Activity Center (video game, 1996, DC) Maximus, Sentry, and Triton in Fantastic Four: The Animated Series (1995-96, Marvel) The Joker in The Adventures of Batman and Robin (1995, DC) ![]() The Joker, Jack Napier, and a waiter in Batman: The Animated Series (1992-94, DC) The Joker in Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993, DC) Mark is best known for Star Wars of course, but he actually has an extensive history of voice acting for both DC and Marvel.Īfter two episodes as The Trickster/James Jesse in the 1991 DC TV series The Flash, he's voiced the following: ![]() You can see him on the right of the screen from about 29 seconds to 33 seconds in this clip. So where's his DC cameo, I hear you ask? Well, if you go all the way back to 1995, he's credited as "Assistant" in Batman Forever. He also has executive producer credits on Iron Man, Iron Man 2, Avengers Assemble, Iron Man 3, Avengers: Age of Ultron, Avengers: Infinity War, and Avengers: Endgame. He played Franklin "Foggy" Nelson in the 2003 on-screen adaptation of Daredevil.Īnyway, since then, he's played the character in Iron Man 2, Iron Man 3, Spider-Man: Homecoming, NBA Finals: Watch the Game (video short), Avengers: Endgame, Spider-Man: Far from Home, What If.?, and Spider-Man: No Way Home. But that wasn't actually his first Marvel role, believe it or not! I'll be impressed if you can name his debut Marvel role, because I had no idea until I did some digging. He's been there right from 2008's Iron Man, which launched the whole MCU as we know it. We all know Jon as a staple of the MCU as Happy Hogan. He's also been in Invincible, based on comics from Image Comics, which is the biggest comic and graphic novels publisher after Marvel and DC. Batman: The Brave and The Bold (TV series) (2010) Justice League Unlimited (TV series) (2004-2006) The Daily Bugle (TV series short) (2019-22)Īs well as voicing his character in the Spider-Man 2 and 3 PSP games, in an episode of Robot Chicken, and a 2006 episode of The Simpsons! Venom: Let There Be Carnage (2021, uncredited) Ultimate Spider-Man (TV series) (2013-15) Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H (TV series) (2013-15) Avengers Assemble (TV series) (2013-15) Lego Marvel Super Heroes: Maximum Overload (2013) The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes (TV series) (2012) is super embedded in the Spider-Man universe, with an absolute ton of credits related to the web-slinger to his name. ![]() Both Ryan and his Deadpool alter-ego have great fun mocking both Green Lantern and X-Men Origins: Wolverine though, which is entertaining enough to make up for the flops! (Almost.) It seems Ryan's comic book roles are somewhat 50/50 in terms of success, because his DC movie went down in history for how abysmal it was. ![]() They essentially told him to like it or lump it, so with the idea for a future Deadpool done right in his mind, Ryan sucked it up and let the Merc with a Mouth roll onto the big screen with his mouth sewn shut! Ryan said he was a fan of the character before Origins, and told the producers that they were going down the wrong path with their plans for Deadpool. Despite the portrayal of the character being widely panned by fans, including Reynolds himself, the movie tied Ryan and the character together and opened the doors for Deadpool, Deadpool 2 and the upcoming Deadpool 3. He started off in Blade: Trinity, then moved on to X-Men Origins: Wolverine, where he first played Wade Wilson, aka Deadpool. Ryan's been in Marvel movies for yeeeeears. ![]() At present, cranberry supplementation can safely be suggested as complementary therapy in women with recurrent UTIs.Įscherichia coli UTIs Urinary tract infection cranberries inflammation proanthocyanidin. It's also a good idea to skip alcohol while you're sick. But try to avoid drinking caffeinated drinks like coffee, tea, and energy drinks because they can make your UTI symptoms worse. Moreover, a lack of cost-effectiveness for cranberry supplementation has been highlighted.Īdditional well-designed, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trials that use standardized cranberry products for long study periods are strongly recommended in order to determine the efficiency of cranberry on the prevention of UTIs in susceptible populations. When you have a UTI, drink plenty of fluids like water, electrolyte drinks, and cranberry juice to stay hydrated. The existing clinical trials have supported substantial evidence that the beneficial effects of cranberry against UTIs seem to be prophylactic by preventing infections recurrence however, they exert low effectiveness in populations at increased risk for contracting UTIs. Cranberry consumption could also decrease UTI related symptoms by suppressing inflammatory cascades as an immunologic response to bacterial invasion. Cranberry consumption may prevent bacterial adherence to uroepithelial cells, reducing UTI related symptoms. ![]() PubMed database was comprehensively searched, using relative keywords in order to identify clinical trials exploring the efficacy of cranberry supplementation against UTIs.Ĭurrent clinical evidence clearly indicates a possible benefit overall from the use of cranberries against UTIs. Helps promote healthy digestion and can reduce the risk of constipation and other digestive issues. Helps regulate blood pressure and maintain healthy kidney function. ![]() In this respect, the present review aims to critically analyze the current clinical studies that have evaluated the efficacy of supplementing cranberry products against UTIs in different subpopulations. Helps boost immune system function, which can help fight off UTIs. Cranberry antibacterial effects have extensively been studied in order to understand the molecular mechanisms of action of its bioactive components and their clinical benefits against UTIs. Cranberry is best known for preventing urinary tract infections (UTIs), commonly caused by bacteria known as Escherichia coli (E. The bacterium Escherichia coli is mainly responsible for most uncomplicated UTIs. coli, explains urologist Courtenay Moore, MD. There is an active ingredient in cranberries that can prevent adherence of bacteria to the bladder wall, particularly E. "Unfortunately, in some people, UTIs keep coming back."ĭr Stephens said the review did not look at the use of cranberry for UTI treatment.Urinary tract infections (UTIs) represent a common and costly public health issue. One of the most widely held beliefs about UTIs is that drinking cranberry juice (or taking cranberry supplements) can prevent and get rid of them. "Most UTIs are effectively and pretty quickly treated with antibiotics, sometimes as little as one dose can cure the problem," she said. Bacteria can get into the urethra during or after sex, after not washing thoroughly, or from not wiping properly after going to the toiletĬo-author and Flinders University epidemiologist Jacqueline Stephens said UTI prevention was crucial to avoid the risks associated with untreated infections, including sepsis in extreme cases.Using cranberry products to prevent UTIs may be expensive. Pure cranberry juice, cranberry extract, or cranberry supplements may help prevent repeated UTIs in women, but the benefit is small. There is limited proof that this is worth trying. UTIs occur when bacteria - usually Escherichia coli - enter the urethra and move into the bladder and urinary tract where they attach to surfaces However, including more of helpful options such as water or good quality cranberry juice could help to alleviate the symptoms instead. For years, people have used cranberry juice to prevent and help cure urinary tract infections (UTIs).Symptoms include a painful burning or stinging sensation when urinating, and feeling the need to urinate more regularly than normal.A UTI is a bacterial infection in the bladder, kidneys, or urethra."Despite me niggling in her ear about evidence, she's continued to take it daily … as usual, it turns out that mum was right." What is a urinary tract infection? "Back in 1973, my mum was told to try cranberry juice to prevent her horrible and frequent UTIs, and for her it's been a saviour," she said. ![]() ![]() I felt compelled to voice over this… /OgSwpubxc3- □️Viewtiful Valentine□️ June 14, 2020 The post gained over 33,700 likes and 13,000 retweets in 10 months. I jerked you off at super speed so it would seem like you nutted at just a woman's touch" (shown below). On June 14th, 2020, Twitter user posted a video showing an image of Zoom from the animated film Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox along with a voice-over saying, "Remember when you were making out with your first girlfriend and you came right as she touched your leg? It was me, Barry. ![]() On December 21st, 2014, Redditor u/dbasinge posted "IT WAS ME BARRY" to /r/FlashTV along with a GIF of a man beating a dead horse labeled "IT WAS ME BARRY, I BEAT THE DEAD HORSE" implying the joke was dead, garnering over 600 upvotes in six years (shown below). On December 6th, Redditor u/pump_dragon posted a screenshot consisting of various posts from the thread to /r/FlashTV, garnering over 250 upvotes in six years (shown below). On June 27th, 2014, an anonymous user of 4chan's /co/ board made a thread titled "Zoom is a dick," posting a parody of the line immediately and inspiring a number of other users to do the same. Posts parodying the scene grew in popularity over the following years, imagining a variety of negative things Zoom could have done to Flash. The link to the post has since been lost. On February 8th, 2010, an anonymous user of 4chan's /co/ board made a text post referencing and parodying the scene, offering the earliest known parody of it (shown below). At one point in the story, Eobard Thawne, also known as Zoom or Reverse-Flash, reveals to Flash that he was responsible for just about every terrible thing that's ever happened to Flash throughout his life, including killing his mother (examples shown below, via Imgur). Between April 2009 and February 2010, DC Comics published a six-issue series of comics titled Flash: Rebirth. He was also disgusted when he wanted to sell the Indoraptor which was unstable and a prototype.
![]() ![]() Fs 22 Maps section offers the broadest and best collection of mods for FS22. FS 22 Maps – Want to have more land to work on? Want a bigger map? If you answered yes to these questions or just have the desire to change something in the game’s universe – check out these mods.Agricultural engineering at its finest can be admired and mods can be downloaded for free, to provide the necessary experience for taking your game to the next level. Whatever you may think of that can be used in a farm is in this section. And we have tons of tool mods in this section. Now you can’t expand without the right set of knowledge, ambition, experience and FS 22 Implements & Tools. FS 22 Implements & Tools – Working in a farm is hard work, and while maintaining your success is a goal to strive for, expanding and growing is what really matters.Pick a mod that you like and download it free of charge! It’s really easy to do. Use mods to make your excavators and forklifts a lot more effective than in the base version of the game. Huge forklifts are irreplaceable when taking care of your stock and excavators help reduce the weight of logistical issues. In FS22 it’s no exception, using heavy equipment such as Fs 22 forklifts & excavators are now a major key for achieving success in this business. FS 22 Forklifts & Excavators – Specialized machinery has always been a part of Farming Simulator series.Prepare for expansion with the latest mods of cutters and expand even more than ever before. You won’t become the greatest farmer in the world over night, but it sure is going to be a lot faster with good equipment and tools. Choose from the collection of mods in and enjoy your new tools and machinery. FS 22 Cutters – In this category you will find even the most complex and advanced fs 22 cutters that will benefit your farm.Make your farming business in to a worldwide success. ![]() Work faster, better and with more productivity than ever before. Although the game itself provides a decent selection and range of combines, with mods you can go over the top with combine addons to FS22. Specially designed for harvesting these machines will help you do hard tasks in no time. One of these machines is a fs 22 combines. For that to happen you’re going to need lots of powerful and specialized equipment, tools and machinery. FS 22 Combines – Farming is an easy thing to do, yet a very hard area to succeed in.Ever thought about driving your dream sporty cabrio and owning a multi-million dollar farming industry at the same time? Well now that’s possible with FS 22 cars mods. Sporty coupes, fast saloons, functional pickup trucks and many more to choose from and add to the game. In addition, numerous mods are available for the game to make it as realistic and fun as it can be. The cars in FS22 handle realistically and can improve your real-life driving skills without you getting in to a real vehicle. FS 22 Cars – With more and more detail invested by the developers to the whole farming experience, one would expect that other areas of the game would suffer, but it’s quite the opposite.And don’t forget to leave a comment or a review after using the mod. FS 22 Mods are free and downloads are unlimited so feel free to try everything out. With over 20 categories of mods and thousands of mods throughout the site we hope that your gameplay will change after visiting our site. With so much to do in the newest Farming Simulator our expectations are very high and we always expect the mod creators to give us something special and they never disappoint. Here you will find all of the latest farming simulator 22 mods. Farming simulator 22 mods – Here in we put our main focus on to mods. ![]() Aside from that, you can share an item on Facebook and Twitter with great ease, view the time in a corner, enable or disable notifications and access the settings panel.Most of the games, galleries and apps can be controlled by mouse, just like you would do on your typical touchscreen mobile phone. Loading times are very good and the program runs with absolutely no errors.As stated above, the back, home and recent apps buttons are available, and help you easily browse through all the options offered with ease, and all installed items are going to create shortcuts in the Start screen (on Windows 8 and 8.1). ![]()
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