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Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Thursday, December 15, 2011
PS3 Review - Skate 3 DLC
Skate 3 has a lot of options on offer as far as added downloadable content goes. But which are worth your money and which of them are borderline scams? Here's a breakdown of each DLC package for your consumer needs.
-Black Box Distribution Park
The Black Box Distribution Park is a real-life indoor skatepark for the Black Box Distribution Team (no relation to EA Black Box, the developers of the Skate series). The skatepark is undoubtedly awesome in real life, but a little undersized for a video game. There's not much area to move around in, so once you're done with the few challenges the DLC offers, there's not much to do. Perfectly fine as a free pre-order bonus, but not really worth paying for, given the small size of the area and complete lack of scenery.
-Maloof Money Cup NYC
This DLC is also modeled directly after real life, but it's got a little more room to skate around in. First off, the Maloof Money Cup NYC area (different from Maloof Money Cup you have to beat in the regular single-player campaign) includes tons of trophies, most of which only require that you beat one or two challenges. The challenges are a little bit tougher than those in the regular game, but not to any frustrating degree. The real-life street park modeled in-game works very well as a virtual layout, and the realism factor makes it cool in its own way, even if there aren't any gigantic mega ramps to shred. One small area of the DLC is fictional, though, the "secret tranny park," which isn't what it sounds like, if there are any non-skaters reading. The tranny park gives you a chance for some bigger air tricks without seeming too fanciful and crazy, so it mostly fits in with the rest of the DLC. If you're a fan of the more realistic skating opportunities in Skate 3, this DLC is a must-buy.
-Danny Way's Hawaiian Dream
Now, if you hate realism and just want the biggest, gamiest, prettiest DLC ever, Danny Way's Hawaiian Dream is for you. It's a giant, bright, vibrant area that's a ton of fun to look at as you skate through, with mega park areas, vert, and tons of street areas to play around in. Plenty of challenges to attempt, even an Own The Lot combo challenge, with difficulty levels similar to the last challenges of the normal game, and they take some effort to beat. The DLC also comes with plenty of Danny Way gear to try out as well, and trophies, so there's plenty of content on offer. Probably the best value for money of any DLC released yet, and just awesome to look at.
-After Dark
The latest DLC advertises that it is bringing night skating to the Skate series for the first time! What it means is we get a new specific skating area that's always at night, not that the rest of the game can suddenly be played at night as well. The skating area surrounds a broken-down (some may say haunted?) house, including the old-school San Van DIY Park, a popular area in the first game of the series. There are only a couple of challenges to complete, but the area has some promise for creative videos. Some nostalgia value may be taken from the old San Van DIY park, so I would mildly recommend this DLC.
-Time is Money
Time is Money quite simply unlocks everything for someone who either can't or doesn't have the time to, and it costs . Back in olden days, this is what cheat codes were for -- making sure anybody can unlock the full game material even if they don't have the time or ability to. They paid for the whole game, after all. However, due to cheat codes going somewhat out of fashion, and increased save-game protection stopping gamers from downloading completed saves from others, EA has the opportunity to tax gamers like this, offering a full unlock code for way too much money when it should really be free. Do not waste your money on this DLC, or you are encouraging EA's shady business.
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Part 5 - Walden by Henry David Thoreau (Chs 12-15)
Part 5. Classic Literature VideoBook with synchronized text, interactive transcript, and closed captions in multiple languages. Audio courtesy of Librivox. Read by Gord Mackenzie. Playlist for Walden by Henry David Thoreau: www.youtube.com
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Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Roasting Tips for a Moist and Tasty Turkey
There are many methods used to cook a moist and tasty Roasted Turkey. Most methods rely on basting. The turkey can be basted every 30 minutes with a basting bulb, or covered with cheesecloth soaked in butter. Other methods include brining the turkey (soaking in a salt water solution for 8-10 hours), or injecting a basting solution into the meat. Whatever method you prefer, proper roasting is key to tender moist meat.
Completely thaw the turkey. Start early and thaw the turkey in the refrigerator or in a place where the air temperature is no higher than 40 degrees. A 20-pound turkey takes about two or three days to thaw completely. Be sure the turkey is thawed completely, until no ice appears in the inner cavity and the meat is soft. Be careful: If the inner cavity is still frozen or even partially frozen when you put the turkey in the oven, the outside of the bird will be done before the inside, and the inside temperature will not be hot enough to destroy disease-causing bacteria, or if it is the outside meat will be dried out before the center is done.
Remove the neck and giblets from the cavities. If this is your first time cooking the turkey, be sure that both cavities are emptied. Reserve the neck and giblets for use in preparing the giblet gravy, if desired.
Prepare the stuffing. If you are preparing the stuffing early, mix only the dry ingredients. It is recommended that you cook the stuffing separately, but if you do stuff the turkey, do not stuff it until you are ready to roast it. Stuff the cavity loosely. Do not pack it. If you choose to cook the stuffing separately, you can place a quartered onion and some celery leave and other desired herbs in the cavity for flavor.
Prepare a basting sauce. I prefer to baste with melted butter to which I add fresh or dried herbs. You can also baste with a mixture of wine and butter. Baste the turkey with your sauce and place a loose tent of aluminum foil over the turkey to prevent the skin from burning before the turkey is cooked. This tent will be removed during the last 45 minutes or so of cooking. If you are using cheesecloth, soak the cheesecloth with the basting sauce and place over the breast and drape onto the thighs. When using cheesecloth, you do not need the foil tent. Baste the turkey every 30 minutes during roasting.
Roast your turkey at 325 degrees for the recommended time for the weight of your turkey. These times are approximate and should be confirmed with a meat thermometer. Be sure to check the thermometer about 3/4th of the way through the time indicated so as not to overcook. Dry meat will result if the turkey is overcooked. The following table gives approximate times for roasting turkey at 325 degrees F.
Estimated Cooking Times
Wt. of Turkey Unstuffed Stuffed
10-18 lbs 3- 3 1/2 hrs. 4 - 4 1/2 hrs
18-22 lbs 3 1/2 - 4 hrs 4 1/2 - 5 hrs.
22-24 lbs 4- 4 1/2 hrs 5 - 5 1/2 hrs
24-29 lbs 4 1/2- 5 hrs 5 1/2 - 6 1/2 hrs
The turkey must be roasted all at once. You cannot partially cook it ahead for later finishing. This method has been shown to increase the chances of food borne illnesses.
For safety and doneness the internal temperature must reach 180 degrees F in the thigh and 170 in the center of the breast. If the turkey is stuffed, the stuffing should reach 165 degrees F in the cavity. This temperature is essential to prevent food borne disease, and should be measured with a meat thermometer. The pop-up thermometer that comes in many turkeys serves as a good approximate of doneness, but should not be relied on as the ultimate authority. When placing the meat thermometer in the thigh or breast, it is important not to touch the bone. The bone conducts heat and will be hotter than the meat. Do not allow the cooked meat to come into contact with anything that has touched the raw turkey.
During the last 30 - 45 minutes of cooking, remove the foil tent to encourage browning. If you desire to use a glaze, spread it over the turkey now with a pastry brush.
After dinner, separate the stuffing from the turkey and refrigerate leftovers immediately. Within a few hours bacterial will begin to grow causing disease if the meat is not quickly cooled. Large chunks of meat will cool slowly, and therefore should be refrigerated immediately to begin the cooling process. Meat, stuffing, and gravy can also be cooled, then frozen for future use.
Luke warm leftovers allow bacterial growth. Food eaten cold will not have the opportunity for further growth, however when heating leftover, they should be heated to at least 165 to kill bacteria.
Friday, December 2, 2011
Why Microbead Pillows Make Your Sleep More Comfortable
You've heard all about the search for the perfect mattress, but what about the perfect pillow? Is that not just as important? After all, it's the support of the head we're talking about, which is without a doubt one of the most important parts of the body, if not the most important of all. Luckily, there is a pillow out there that is made for just about everyone, even if you never realized it.
The microbead pillows that had been previously marketed for children have turned out to be some of the most popular pillows on the market today. In the past, you saw these shaped as animals, fruits, or just with cartoon characters stamped on them. But all it took was one person to realize that the microbead pillow was the most comfortable thing they had ever used.
The reason is actually pretty simple. Because the pillow is filled with Styrofoam BB's, it is able to conform to the shape of your body without any effort. This has also caught on in hospitals, believe it or not. Patients who are recovering from surgery or have suffered from a chronic condition are hard pressed to find comfort of any time, and because the pillows are so supportive they have literally found comfort in a place they didn't expect.
There are many different types of microbead pillows out there, one of which is the relaxzen microbead massage roll pillow. This is a very powerful device that not only uses the microbead technology, it also acts as a massager. It is great for either the back or neck and usually the prices are fairly low.
One of the earliest forms of the microbead pillows were the moshi microbead pillows. These are just children's toys, normally shaped like animals. These were probably the toys that showed people just how comfortable these pillows can actually be.
You will be able to find all types of microbead pillows, from the squish pillows, to the standard bed pillows. Body pillows are also a great choice because they will be able to support your entire body with easy like a mattress. There are microbead pillows that support the neck as well as just about every other part. You really cannot go wrong when it comes to the microbead pillows.
If you can't afford a new mattress, then this is the next best thing. It will support you like a memory foam mattress and will give you the good night's sleep that you deserve. You can find these pillows at just about any retail store, or you can purchase them online.
Be careful about purchasing these great neck or body billows online because there are many imitations out there that just aren't up to par. Always be careful what you're buying, but remember that if you get the right pillow you'll experience a comfort like nothing you've ever felt before.
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Decorate A Kids Bedroom With Moshi Pillows
Moshi pillows were invented in Japan. From there they spread widely and were brought to USA. Now they can easily be found in most of the American homes. They are good for almost everybody no matter the age or sex. For kids in particular though, they are ideal.
With a wide choice of shapes and colors, they can fit the taste of almost everybody. The special, mushy, feeling that one has when holding or squeezing them is because they are made of specials beads and other materials. Probably, softness of the touch is the main thing that make kids love so much.
Special micro-sized beads are used to fill these pillows. The diameter of these beads varies from 0.3 mm to 5 mm. The squishy feeling comes from the special feature of the beads to adjust to any kind of pressure. Lycra or nylon spandex is used to manufacture the casing of the, which is extremely stretchable and soft. Pleasant when touching and awesome when playing, these pillows bring lots of fun for children.
There is now a huge amount of colors and shapes to choose from. Finding the one to perfectly match the color of curtains or other furniture will not be any kind of a problem. They are great to bring attention to the interior too. Many designers use them to bring some special highlight, definition or character to the room, particularly when looking at decorating childrens' bedrooms.
When decorating an interior, ordinary shapes such as squares, triangles or round shapes can be used. Of course some totally extraordinary shapes, like the shape of a boxing glove can also be found, for example, and ideal for a child taking up boxing lessons perhaps.
Those in the shape of giant red lips or a heart could be ideal for a girl, whilst spades and diamonds will work well anywhere. In fact, there are no limits both to imagination and to the variety of choice. It is only necessary to make up one's mind about the choice.
In fact, they are perfect not only for people, but for pets too. They will be a great place for pets to sleep. A bone-shaped pillow is, for sure, the best for a dog and something like a ball of yarn, or a fish is perfect for the family cat and ideal if cuddling up in the kids room of course.
The great variety of shapes, like different footballs or basketballs or most kinds of animals with softness of touch and squeeziness combine to really create a great impression. With this in mind, they can be worked into a themed bedroom wonderfully well.
Compact size makes them just great for taking on any kind of vacation too. There will be no problems with the packing and transportation. The reason for this is simple, it is because of the natural qualities they have to squeeze into any space available.
There are a large number of online stores, auctions and main street stores which have a number of Moshi pillows available. This means that there will be no problem with finding the best one for the whole family. But when it comes to kids, probably the best way will be to let them choose by themselves.
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Part 1 - The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame (Chs 01-05)
Part 1. Classic Literature VideoBook with synchronized text, interactive transcript, and closed captions in multiple languages. Audio courtesy of Librivox. Read by Mark F. Smith. Playlist for The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame: www.youtube.com
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Tuesday, November 22, 2011
The Future of Voice Controlled Technology
We've all seen one of those futuristic movies where the human character interacts (usually by voice) with a supercomputer or robot. The classic science fiction movie,2001: A Space Odyssey is a case in point. If you recall in the movie, the spaceship's onboard supercomputer, HAL, interacts with its astronauts as the ship travels to Jupiter. Eventually, HAL evolves to a point where it turns on its two astronaut "colleagues" out of self-preservation.
Then there's the Terminator series in which a supercomputer system known as "Skynet" becomes self-aware and begins to propagate other computers to terminate all human life.
Hopefully, this is not what we can expect from the future when it comes to our use of computers and in particular, voice controlled technology.
Today, we see voice recognition technology in use almost everywhere. From the voice-dial feature on our cell phones to the OnStar feature offered in newer GM vehicles, voice controlled technology is here to stay, to improve and to make our lives more comfortable and easy.
The future of automatic speech recognition or ASR, is still very much on the cutting edge as the technology continues to improve and its practical use expands. In the medical arena, patient history is easily translated from dictation by doctors into a medical record. Meanwhile, in the legal profession, court reporters make use of the technology during courtroom settings.
As I mentioned earlier, the telecommunications industry is already using ARS whenever you make a hands-free call or when you call in to pay your bill. The customer service savvy companies are even using special soothing or sexy sounding voices to assuage angry customers and improve customer feedback.
Even the U.S. military has a critical need for this type of technology. "Electronic crewmembers" will reduce human casualties and loss of human life and won't question a command of a human operator during times of combat. ASR is also becoming a valuable asset to military members during times when an immediate and accurate language translation is required.
Over the next few years, ASR technology will become more prevalent among everyday computer users. Perhaps the standard keyboard will begin its exit much like the horse and buggy? Either way, voice recognition software is here to stay and will help reduce the likelihood of repetitive motion injuries while improving efficiency and productivity.
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Friday, November 18, 2011
Part 3 - The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde (Chs 10-14)
Part 3. Classic Literature VideoBook with synchronized text, interactive transcript, and closed captions in multiple languages. Audio courtesy of Librivox. Playlist for The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde: www.youtube.com Cast: NARRATOR -- Martin Geeson Lord Henry Wotton -- David Goldfarb Dorian Gray -- Algy Pug Basil Hallward -- Anthony Sibyl Vane -- Miss Avarice James Vane -- David Lawrence Duchess of Monmouth -- Availle Victor -- Martin Geeson Francis -- Simon Pride Cab Driver -- Simon Pride Parker -- Elizabeth Klett Lord Fermor -- Anthony Lady Agatha -- Sarah Duchess of Harley -- Hannah Harris Sir Thomas Burdon -- Terence Taylor Mr. Erskine -- Frank Booker Mrs. Vandeleur -- Mary-Beth Blackburn Lady Henry -- Susanna Mrs. Vane -- Arielle Lipshaw Mrs. Leaf -- Rebeka Harris Mr. Hubbard -- Frank Booker Alan Campbell -- Ernst Pattynama Lady Narborough -- Elizabeth Klett Lady Ruxton -- Mary-Beth Blackburn Adrian Singleton -- Joseph Lawler Woman -- Lucy Perry Sir Geoffrey Clouston -- Mark F. Smith Gamekeeper -- Martin Geeson Gardener- Joseph Lawler Young Man -- Elizabeth Klett Old Gentleman -- Mark F. Smith Constable -- Joseph Lawler
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Kilimanjaro and the Rongai Route
This route is a good alternative to the Marangu route. It is probably the easiest route for the first time climber and not as 'popular' as the heavily criticized Marangu route. This route uses small tents for accommodation on the mountain. Bellow is a typical itinerary - I would recommend taking an extra day to acclimatize making the whole experience more enjoyable and increasing the chances of a successful ascent. Ensure you pre-night climb is in Marangu village and not Moshi Town as Marangu Village is close to the park gate and a much higher altitude so as you sleep your body is already acclimatizing.
Day 1: Babylon Lodge: Transfer from Arusha/KIA airport to Babylon Lodge in the heart of Marangu Village for overnight.
Day 2: First Cave: Today you transfer to Kilimanjaro National Park Gate, register and begin your assent of Kilimanjaro. The days climb goes up to the first cave which is 1,800m. The climb will take 2 - 3 hours. This part of the climb passes the Crop growing area of the mountain. Overnight and dinner at a tented camp.
Day 3: Third Cave: Early in the morning, begin trekking beyond the second cave, and on to the 3rd cave. This is at an altitude of 3,800m and will take about 6 to 7 hours. The climb today is relatively difficult, passing through the forest and into the Moorland. After this long climb, Overnight in tents at the cave, where dinner will be prepared for you.
Day 4: Kibo Hut: Today continue ascending to Kibo Hut, which stands at 4,700m and takes about 3 - 4 hours. Rest early as the next part of the trek starts directly after midnight. The evening will be spent at Kibo Hut, where you will stay in the huts.
Day 5: SUMMIT: Gilmans Point and Summit: This is the most difficult part of the climb, beginning very early and up to the steep point of Gilmans Point (5,681m). From here trek onto the crater rim to see the sun rise. This part of the journey takes roughly 7 to 8 hours. Continue on to Uhuru Peak (5,896mm) and then begin your descent back to Horombo Hut 4 - 7 hours. Dinner and overnight at the Hut
Day 6: Final descent: The journey back to the park gate will take 5 - 7 hours - depending on weather and speed of decent. Collect your certificate, and back to Babylon Lodge.
The climb is often combined with a Serengeti Safari or maybe go to relax on the white beaches and swim in the clear warm waters of the Zanzibar archipelago.
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Friday, November 11, 2011
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Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Kilimanjaro Treks - Machame Route
Machame route to the summit of Kilimanjaro is very special; it gives you a chance to really get to know this extraordinary mountain. The huts for this route are in a very poor state of repair and are used by the porters; tents are used on this route. All supplies and camping equipment are portered; with a baggage limit of 12 kg. The night before your climb is best spent in the Machame village from where your climb will begin. This allows your body to begin to adjust to the altitude affording a better chance of reaching the summit.
Many, overseas travel agents will use hotels in Moshi Town, which is at a lower altitude and at least an hours drive from the Kilimanjaro park gate. The usual reason for this is many hotels also double up as a mountaineering company. These hotels will give the pre-climb overnight and post-climb overnight as complimentary in order to secure the business of the Kilimanjaro climb; thereby reducing costs to the travel agents; this discount is not always passed onto the climbers. It is always preferable overnight in one of the small but good hotels in Machame. I must add that Moshi town, for me, is hot dusty and most uninteresting, with Machame or Marangu [depending on which route you use] offering a more colorful first night.
The Machame itinerary is one of the most scenic routes by which to climb to the highest point in Africa; it is less used than the Marangu route and it may be said, all the better for it. This route will ascend from the western side of Kilimanjaro passing through tropical rainforest to the snows of Kilimanjaro, with views of the western face and the southern ice-fields and descend down the south face.
A typical itinerary would be to spend the first night in the Machame village set on the mountain and close to the park gate. The foothills of Kilimanjaro are cultivated; where subsistence farmers grow coffee and bananas. There are many pleasant walks around the village and time can be spent getting to know the local Chagga people.
Day 1: This is a 5 hour walk through dramatic forest up to Machame Hut at 3000m. Wildlife may be seen at these lower altitudes, including many species of forest birds.
Day 2: To Shira Cave, a walking time of 6 hours. The hike today starts off quite steeply to the top of the forest, then a couple of hours at a more gentle incline through the lower moorlands brings you to the top of a rocky bluff by about lunch time. From here descend 50 feet then start to trek westwards, a gradual ascent to Shira Cathedral and your camp at approx 3800m, on a plateau, with views of Mt.Meru and the Kenya plains.
Day 3: Walking time of 8 hours and the climbing is a fairly strenuous day, the altitude will begin to takes its toll, it is essential to take your climb slowly. From the Shira Cave climb slowly for about 5 km, through the ever increasingly bleak terrain. Head towards the cone of Kibo. Overnight camping at Barranco (3900m).
Day 4: Today starts with a steep hike up to Barranco Wall. There are some scree slopes and ridges to Karanga at an altitude of 4100m. There are breathtaking views here of the West Breach and the southern glacier. After the exerting start to the day arrive at the Karanga Valley for lunch and spend the rest of the day at this level. The time spent here affords more time for the body to adjust to the altitude and also reduces the distance of the next day's hike and the slower pace will considerably increases your chance of reaching the summit.
Day 5: To Continue the trek to Barafu ridge at 4600 meters above sea level [Barafu in Swahili means ice]. Again this is an acclimatization day having a relatively short distance to hike before the big final ascent starting at midnight.
Day 6: Starting around midnight in preparation for the final ascent. It is imperative to dress warmly as temperatures often plummet to minus 20°C The final days assault begins by torch light up the path to the crater's edge at Stella Point - this takes at least 7 hours - walking slowly with frequent rests; continue along the edge of the Crater after a short rest, to the highest point in Africa - Uhuru Peak at 5895m - with incredible views of glaciers and the plains of Africa stretched out below. Then the descent to Mweka, stopping for a short rest at Barafu, and arriving late afternoon at Mweka; which is on the edge of the rainforest. If anyone in party is showing any signs of altitude sickness you guide will descend fairly quickly to this camp. [See my article on altitude sickness.]
Day 7: Descend to Mweka Village about 4 hours steady downhill walk to meet the transport to the hotel for a hot shower and to celebrate your achievement.
Day 8: I would now recommend a visit to one of the spiced islands of the Zanzibar Archipelago - see the article 'The Spiced islands of Zanzibar'.
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