In particular I enjoy the skill descriptions page 7 of the PDF (not page 7 of the manual), the "example objects" on page 13, and most of all, the history of the setting from a character within it on page 34. Give that link a little time to simmer, it's a 50 page PDF. I suppose with a rye critic's eye I have to vote for Arcanum's manual, which in my limited experience, was the most interesting manual as a piece of literature and art.īut if I were to name the manual I had the most awakening moments with during my influential years (which many posters are unable to keep from tainting their rye critic's eye), it would be DaemonsGate. Half of them are irrelevant lore text about areas that you'll NEVER set foot in (and in some cases make no sense whatsoever) and while the other half goes into detail about how to use the interface and and how the game mechanics work, a good chunk of the information is either vague, missing vital information or just plain wrong. Off the top of my head I can think of the Eye Of The Beholder manuals. what is the worst manual you've ever read? Let's ignore the "reference card"-type manuals or the 6-page pamphlets detailing epilepsy warnings in 25 different languages. Now I want to take the topic and turn it around. Shame the game doesn't quite live up to the standards of the manual. It features a 100+-page spiral manual that lists all the spells in the game (the game had about 6 spellcasting classes) and plenty of lore and background to go with each one. Know of any other game that lists "fully-functional cranial hemisphere" as a system requirement?įinally. Not too long, not too short, and of course loaded with Pratchett-related humour. They're never even half-decent reading, they're just a waste of time. (On that note, NEVER read "Official" book adaptations based on video games, they're never good. Starglider 2 also has a novella, except that one kinda spoils the story, IIRC. can't remember if the manual was good, but the huge novella was certainly entertaining. It's thick and informative AND contains real-life WWI trivia and knowledge, like telling you how to pull off an Immelman turn.įallout 1 and 2 have been mentioned, they're good reads. As for the topic, I recall the Red Baron manual being a good read.
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Scorpions shed their shells from time to time as they outgrow their protective coverings This process is called molting, and results in a softer exoskeleton which hardens over time. Much like the scorpion in general, it’s pretty strong stuff. Amazingly, scorpions preserved in alcohol can leach the substance into the alcohol, causing that to glow as well. The hyaline layer of the scorpion’s exoskeleton is extremely durable, capable of surviving millions of years, and can often be found in fossil specimens, and it will continue to display fluorescence. Why scorpions have this trait is something we can only theorize on. This is because of a substance found in the hyaline layer of a scorpion, which resides within a scorpion’s exoskeleton, called the cuticle. Other mechanisms of luminescence include triboluminescence, bioluminescence, and chemiluminescence.Most scorpions glow in the dark and display fluoresce under ultraviolet light, like is found in typical black lights. The element phosphorus glows in the dark, but not from phosphorescence.įluorescent and phosphorescence are only two ways light may be emitted from a material. Phosphorescent materials are used in gun sights, glow in the dark stars, and paint used to make star murals. Because of this delay, phosphorescent materials appear to "glow in the dark". Triplet states have a long lifetime, as the electron won't fall to a lower energy state until it flips back to its original state. If an electron does undergo a spin flip a triplet state is formed. If no spin flip occurs, the molecule is said to be in a singlet state. This spin flip may occur during absorption of energy or afterwards. The electrons have more energy to lose and may spend time at different energy levels between the excited state and the ground state.Īn electron never changes its spin direction in fluorescence, but can do so if the conditions are right during phosphorescence. The reason phosphorescence lasts longer than fluorescence is because the excited electrons jump to a higher energy level than for fluorescence. Phosphorescent materials may appear to glow for several seconds up to a couple of days after the light has been turned off. Dougal Waters / Getty ImagesĪs in fluorescence, a phosphorescent material absorbs high energy light (usually ultraviolet), causing the electrons to move into a higher energy state, but the transition back to a lower energy state occurs much more slowly and the direction of the electron spin may change. Stars painted or stuck on bedroom walls glow in the dark because of phosphorescence. Many highlighter pens are also fluorescent. They glow as long as an ultraviolet light provides energy, however, the exoskeleton of the animal does not protect it very well from the radiation, so you shouldn't keep a black light on for very long to see a scorpion glow. The difference in wavelength between the absorption and emission spectra of a fluorescent material is called its Stokes shift.įluorescent lights and neon signs are examples of fluorescence, as are materials that glow under a black light, but stop glowing once the ultraviolet light is turned off. De-excitation to the electron ground state emits visible and IR light and occurs about 10 -9 seconds after energy is absorbed. Vibrational relaxation releases IR light about 10 -12 seconds after the incident radiation is absorbed. In addition to visible light, infrared or IR light is also released. The color (wavelength) of light emitted by fluorescence is nearly independent of the wavelength of incident light. Fluorescence occurs so quickly that if you turn out the light, the material stops glowing. Usually, the absorbed light is in the ultraviolet range, The absorption process occurs quickly (over an interval of 10 -15 seconds) and does not change the direction of the electron spin. In fluorescence, high energy (short wavelength, high frequency) light is absorbed, kicking an electron into an excited energy state. A fluorescent light bulb is a good example of fluorescence. I yanked that bad boy out and plugged it in. (I have often joked that if there was a Bobby Fischer of puzzles, it would be Wyatt.) But unfortunately, being a solid sleeper has never been one of them.Īfter many sleep deprived days and nights on both our ends, I recalled I had a baby shower gift tucked in the back of his closet: a sound machine. He’s amazing with words, he’s awesome with music and you should see this guy do a puzzle. Please keep in mind that we always welcome any suggestions and comments you may have about the app.My 2-year-old son Wyatt has so many wonderful gifts. Thanks for the awesome review, listener of facts! We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and we’re happy to hear we hit the mark for you. Now, this app is the FIRST relaxation aid or sleep application that actually WORKS! The “Fan”, “Crickets", “Crickets”, and “Camp Fire” sound extremely true! And with the ability of mixing more or less of the music and sound effects is perpetually perfect! Again, the sounds are true and life like! BRAVO to the developers!! There’s no reason for a poor rating or a slander about the app. There is no reason why these people should be giving this a poor rating or actually take the time to write a bad review because of your ignorance of operating the app. If it’s not for you, rate it well and say in your review that it didn’t work for you or that it isn’t right for you. Stay safe and healthy.įirst of all, for all the “nay sayers” that left poor reviews, your reviews are either personal or just plain user error! I understand that this app may not work or be for you, but that is NOT a reason for you to rate an app with one star. Thanks for thoughtful feedback, bmd82! So thankful to hear that our app helped you with your sleep. I almost never write reviews on anything but this app is worth my time for how much it helps me sleep, especially living in the city. And the commercial’s that you do have to listen to are only about 5 second not 30 like most. I am grateful that they let me use a small part of the app for free though, with next to no commercial’s. I only wish I could get premium as just a one time purchase but as good of a app as they have made I can understand why they make it a yearly subscription. I would highly recommend this to anyone who needs white noise to sleep. It still does the job to just use my iPhone 11 Pro max. I play it every night with my JBL Flip 3 bluetooth speaker. Ever since I found this app a few years ago I haven’t even looked for another (White noise) app again. I have tried a lot of apps and this fan on the low setting to me is the only one that sounds like a real fan. This is the only fan that I have ever found that sounds like a real fan. You can turn off auto-renew at any time from your iTunes account settings but refunds will not be provided for any unused portion of the term. Your subscription will automatically renew at the end of each billing term and your credit card will be charged through your iTunes account. Download Bedtime Fan sleep sounds app now and wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on the world.īedtime Fan offers an auto-renewing subscription at $19.99 USD a year. And with our binaural music tracks, you can rest assured that you and your little ones will get the restful sleep you deserve.ĭon't let sleepless nights ruin your day. And with the added bonus of calming scenes like a crackling campfire or gentle rain, you'll feel like you're sleeping in the great outdoors.ĭesigned with parents in mind, Bedtime Fan is perfect for infants and young children who need soothing sounds to help them fall asleep. Our high-quality fan sounds will transport you to a peaceful and relaxing environment, helping you drift off to sleep in 20 minutes or less. *** The 13 Best White Noise Apps - Lifewire ***Īre you tired of spending hours lying awake in bed, struggling to fall asleep? Do you wish you could bring the soothing sound of a fan with you everywhere you go? Look no further than Bedtime Fan - the perfect white noise app for a good night's sleep. *** 19 best sleep apps for when you're feeling tired but wired - Women's Health *** *** Why White Noise May Help You Get Your Best Sleep Ever - healthline *** So Alvin used to send weird trinkets and scale models of home built choppers in the mail. "Any chance his name is Al Snow?" It WAS! Said some lunatic in Florida would call up and buy a few at a time. Years later was at a bike shop and they had a stack of old magazines they were selling. He would go on and on about the good old days. So here is a tangent.There is a loon in Florida named Alvin Snow, was on a Japanese chopper forum years ago and had his 1970s Chopper featured in a few magazines including I think EasyRiders "Readers rides" or the letters sections. I have several stacks of vintage mags, now collectable and I have had offers for them. For a while, especially during the Harley Boom of the 1990s and early 2000s, they would not feature anything that was cool, and only HD, but in the old days it was Honda chops, Triumphs BSA, Kawasaki and anything with 2 wheels although at times some anti Japanese bike themes, but still would feature a cool 1970s Honda chop or similar. I DO respect Arlen in creating a product and riding the wave, but his stuff was never my taste and just seem like a coke addled nightmare. I moved on to Iron Horse which was cooler, featured all kinds of bikes, Not just Arlen Ness vomit inducing cheesiness. But by the 1990s it was totally cheesy and I lost interest. So, back in the 1980s I used to read them a lot, there was a time period they were pretty cool, Spider, Miraculous Mother, Riding with RIP, and David Mann Paintings, "Leg wettin' Biker fiction" as well as some of the cartoons, totally un-PC material and legal and legislative info was cool. Click on the events tabs and seems things are in turmoil there too. Some weird GIF file on the page playing over and over & they want you to register so they can send you info on the new magazine Issue #1. So checked their website and seems to be in transition. Sun-kissed California lifestyle, travel, and entertainment." Our roots and the bass biker culture, and with newfound emphasis on the Select newsstands and boutique venues around the world. Upscale and stylish magazine that will only be available for purchase in "Beginning in October, the monthly publication will become a quarterly " I got a letter from Easyriders magazine-> Just got this from a friend in Florida, although WHY he subscribed is baffling as he hates RUBBIES, posers, and fat tire lifestyle IndianBillyBourgetWCCOCC bikes There's gotta be a reason why more people read Easyriders than any other motorcycle magazine.EasyRider magazine going under? Seems to be so, following the path of many others such as Cycle world and even the Horse back street Choppers. And let?s not forget the lovely bike loving ladies featured in every issue. Order an Easyriders magazine subscription and get no less than 12 packed issues with everything from tips on customizing that hog to a VIP look at the Sturgis and Daytona bike shows. With such a sweeping look at the biking world Easyriders is a hard magazine subscription to pass up if you are a motorcycle enthusiast. Within Easyriders magazine, you will find fun an informative articles about current trends in biking, as well as full coverage of bike shows. With monthly issues presenting the most exclusive custom Harley Davidson?s in stunning photos, Easy riders makes an excellent gift idea. With a mix of Babes and Bikes, it?s not a surprise that Easyriders Magazine is one of the most popular motorcycle magazines. It provides a lot of control for our espresso shots.” It’s a lever-pull, piston-driven machine that really allows for the crafting of the beverages we want to make. On the drinks side, Pony Espresso and Pastries serves a Mexican Chiapas coffee bean from a local roaster, ground on the spot during the preparation of each drink.īarb and Larry use an Italian-made espresso machine: “It’s not automated. “I also do some really terrible things like Rice Krispies Treats,” she said with a laugh. I want there to be something unique for people,” she said.Īmong her “chef-made trailer treats” there’s the Majestic Brownie, created in a food processor from dates, walnuts, cocoa, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla and salt: “It’s very much like chocolate ganache.” She also makes Salted Caramel & Chocolate Pretzel Bars, a Chocolate Tahini Cup and other goodies. “They can have something really delicious that I made. So Lance creates no-bake pastries with a broad range of dietary needs in mind: gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan and keto-friendly. The trailer is approved by the health department for food preparation, but it doesn’t have an oven. Going around the different coffee shops around town, I didn’t feel I found things that were just for me,” she said. She and her husband, who has worked in the vending business and insurance, wanted to start something new. She knows the ups and downs of working for herself, she said. to 1 p.m.).Barb Lance has been a personal chef since 1999, planning, shopping for and preparing meals in the homes of clients who don’t have the ability, time or inclination to cook for themselves. The Coffee Shop is currently closed Sundays, but the team may try shorter hours (approximately 8 a.m. Wanner explained the hours give Nicole time to train new employees. Mark has expressed interest in opening a second shop in Catheys Valley, though Wanner did say this will not happen until later down the line.Ĭurrent hours for The Coffee Shop are 7 a.m. The Wanners look forward to being successful in their business pursuit. She added people are, overall, very enthusiastic about the shop. Most people who have visited have complimented the new arrangement of the shop and the variety of drinks, according to Wanner. “It makes me happy to see people recognize her (Nicole) and be happy she does this,” Wanner said of her daughter. She admitted there isn’t anything she would change about the experience. Wanner acknowledged the store is still new, “so it’s still pretty exciting” to be a business owner. The Wanners bought all the store’s equipment from the previous owners, and all that was needed was some small rearranging of the layout. The process, Wanner said, was relatively simple and seamless. Other employees include Amber Scroggins, Dani McClard and Melissa Hahlbeck, all of which were present at the ceremony. Wanner noted her daughter was “really good at what she does” and when Moonbow closed down, Audrey and her husband, Mark, encouraged Nicole to open, and run, a shop. The family had wanted to open a coffee shop for a few years, but Nicole was loyal to Moonbow. Moonbow was formerly in the building The Coffee Shop is in now. The Coffee Shop opened about a month ago and is located at 5158 Highway 140, next to the Mariposa County Chamber of Commerce.ĭuring the recent grand opening/ribbon cutting of The Coffee Shop, Audrey Wanner explained her daughter, Nicole, had worked for Moonbow Espresso in the past. Now, people can add The Coffee Shop to their list. Even grocery stores like Pioneer Market and High Country have coffee options. There’s Sticks, Tunnel View, Pony Expresso and Mariposa Coffee Company. When Mariposans and visitors consider “the coffee shop,” there are a multitude of options to think of. Shown are Audrey and Nicole Wanner cutting the ribbon at the grand opening ceremony of The Coffee Shop on May 30.
Professional wrestler John Cena is one of the company’s most notable celebrity endorsers, citing its low sugar content as an essential factor in his pre-workout regimen.īut what are some other pros and cons of this unique beverage? Regarding energy drinks, ZOA Energy has become a go-to choice for many athletes and fitness enthusiasts. So if you’re looking for an energy drink that can give you the boost you need without compromising your health, ZOA Energy might be a good choice. In addition to its natural caffeine sources, ZOA Energy is also packed with other beneficial ingredients like vitamins, electrolytes, amino acids, and choline, which all contribute to the drink’s overall healthful profile. So, you can enjoy a refreshing and energizing drink without the jitters or the crash. With 160mg of caffeine per 16oz can, ZOA Energy is lower in caffeine than some other popular energy drinks on the market, which can contain up to 240mg per 16 oz. Green tea contains antioxidants and has been linked to improved brain function and reduced risk of chronic diseases. The natural caffeine in ZOA Energy comes from sources like green coffee and green tea extract, which deliver the desired pick-me-up and offer additional health benefits. Regarding caffeine content, ZOA Energy takes a natural approach to provide an energizing boost without the unwanted side effects of artificial stimulants. It’s easy to see why Dwayne Johnson chose this brand: with its added benefits and low-calorie content, what’s not to love about this delicious drink? Not only does it taste great, but it provides long-lasting energy without any crashes later on. With all these great ingredients packed into each can of ZOA Energy – it’s no wonder why so many people have been turning to this product! It includes branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) necessary for muscle recovery after exercise or strenuous activity.įinally, choline is an essential nutrient that helps focus and clarity during the day. It also has B-Vitamins to support your mental performance and electrolytes for hydration. It contains natural caffeine from green tea extract and green coffee to boost energy. She is bursting those bubbles with her provocative and brilliant visual images.Īs said before, symbolism is the key to this video. 6) The TitleĮven the phrase “Double Bubble Trouble” is interpretive because MIA herself is the trouble, the bubble she is breaking is two-fold, one being the bubble of the rap industry, and the second bubble is immigrants coming to the west and changing the prejudices received. The video shows teenagers with 3D printed guns and other weapons. Would it be easier if this were the norm? Is this the way that culture or religion will change, if they assimilate entirely to the western view? Is this the way the West wants the change to occur? 4) Plastic Gunsīy using 3D printers, MIA talks about the harsher sides of new technology and how easy they can be used to create destruction. This one can really be interpreted in a lot of ways. 3) Muslim Girls With Half White Faced Scarfs In the book “1984” by George Orwell, he talks about the dystopian future where everything you do is watched by the government and the individual is non-existent. M.I.A in one portion of the video is rapping under the words “1984 is now,” where she’s talking about big brother. Here’s a short look through her video to see just what the artist has to say: 1) Grillsĭesigned by Dolly Cohen, this statement grill references mouth jail, and the inability to speak up to those in power. MIA is an artist who revels in symbolism. Leaving you thinking about the evolution of society, technology, freedom and politics. When you watch the video, although invoking the same physical response, the visual experience showcases the rapper’s voice and message aggressively. If you have ever heard “Double Bubble Trouble,” a song from MIA’s latest album that dropped at the end of 2013 “ Matangi,” the first thing you’ll want to do is dance. After the rapper had a lengthy Twitter rant and re-tweeted her fans opinions about the video being blocked, the label put the video back up. M.I.A., being the gutsy women she is, uploaded it to YouTube anyway, where it was promptly blocked by UMG, who cited copyright infringement. The video was at first blocked by Universal Music Group (UMG), the rapper’s label. The video plays right into M.I.A.’s hyper-politicized music shown brightly and earnestly with a call-to-action through her visual message. creates a jaw-dropping and mind-blowing music video for her song “Double Bubble Trouble.” The controversial musician’s self-directed video is layered with her signature iconic eye-popping style. This format usually has higher sound quality and better compression then MP3, so it can create a good sound quality while having a small file size.
Makeup artist Riku Campo suggests using an eyebrow brush or pencil as a measuring tool: "Place an eyebrow brush or pencil on one side of your nose and point it straight up toward your brows: This is where your brows should start," he writes. Here comes the legwork: First, you'll want to make sure each brow is symmetrical-starting, ending, and peaking at the same place. Rectangular faces also tend to be longer than they are wide, so a curved peak can add in some roundness-or you could opt for flat brows with zero arch, which can shorten the face quite a bit.
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