August 15th 2008 Have you held hands with Rebecca Clements

During her ceremony Rebecca Clements was could see into your soul like a full moon on a clear night. Her White Dress was perfect and her eyes were could see into your soul.

If you even got to talk to Rebecca you would stand speechless. and I am not just saying that because I am the one that married her.

Becca, I love you and our family through it all
Chris XOXO

P.S. - I love all my family the most

July 29th 2008 Have you met Rebecca Clements

During her ceremony Rebecca Clements looked like a model that just won a national crown. Her White Dress was surprising and her eyes were full of life.

If you were to ever met Mrs. Clements you would stand speechless. and I am not just saying that because I am the one that married her.

Becca, I love you and our family through it all
Chris XOXO

P.S. - How about a mid afternoon date, any movies you want to see?

July 3rd 2008 I love to sit and watch television at night

I love to sit and watch television at night. It is a good time to practice the guitar and I try to practice every night. I hate to turn on the bright lights, because we are usually watching the television. Guitar Tablature can be printed out in a bigger print so that it is easier to see. This way I can watch my television and also practice the guitar at the same time. It just seems there are not enough hours in the day, so multi-task. By learning how to read guitar tabs and printing them out bigger, I can do both.

June 5th 2008 What Makes a Great Original Oil Paintings

Original oil paintings often reflect the personality of the artist who created it. In addition to being visually appealing, original oil paintings also communicate the genius of the artist who created it. The artist’s abilities, creativity, inspiration, and mind are transformed into a masterpiece. This masterpiece, in return, personalizes his ideas, beliefs, feelings, and life.

On the other hand, it also enhances the personality of the individual who owns it. Art, in the form of original oil paintings, allow people to convey or demonstrate deeply held feelings, beliefs, and sentiments in socially acceptable ways.

These significant effects are not only limited to the owner and to the artist. More often than not, original oil paintings exact strong feelings and sharp ideas from the viewer. A great original oil painting has the ability to move the artist who created it and its owner as well as anyone who views it.

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June 2nd 2008 Bodhran and Indian Drums - A comparison

Bodhran, the word sounded odd, initially. As I belong to India, out of curiosity I peeped into Wikipedia and found it as a drum that too Irish frame drum. But In India the drums use mainly cow skin for the drums called as Tabla .But Bodhran use goat skin as well as Kangaroo skin which is fixed on one side and the other side is open ended for one hand to be placed against the drum head to control the pitch and timbre. In Indian drums both sides are covered by cow skin and stick is used or hand is used to make the sound. In India drums are used for ceremonies like death as well as marriages and as well as musicians play in the public and receive accolade from the public. In Indian drums, there is no mechanical tunings possible but in Bodhran mechanical tuning is possible. Beating Drums in the public was also done for making public announcements in the olden days.

May 23rd 2008 The best blu ray movie of the year beams

The best blu ray movie of the year beams with pregnant pauses It’s disarmingly fresh, frank and funny, this story about young love, being knocked up, and the unexpected direction the unplanned pregnancy takes one of the strongest characters in cinema this year. Look for a bunch of Academy Award nominations Cody’s wit and imagination are seemingly endless. Well, here’s how you make a comedy about teen pregnancy and abortion By never settling on a tone, Juno has its fun with all sides of the equation. Cody’s script is filled with smart, funny, very specific lines that define the characters and tell the story.

May 22nd 2008 To many people abstract photography that is recognizable and

To many people abstract photography that is recognizable and have little or no interest in the work the photographer put into capturing the image. The definition of abstract is almost as elusive as the subject itself with it being more of a personal representation of an object as seen through another perspective. It is this perspective that is often hidden from anyone other than the photographer. A close up picture of a flower, for example has been done numerous times as a still life image. With abstract photography that same picture with a slightly blurred image, and hotter color tones might be considered an abstract by some, but still recognizable by other viewers. The Canon digital camera has become a firm favorite with many and it is easy to see why. It is easy to operate, does not let you down when you really need to get the shot and just all round good value for money.

May 12th 2008 Fenton carnival glass is an iridescent glass pattern that

Fenton carnival glass is an iridescent glass pattern that was very popular in the early 1900s, with niche interest continuing today. Other companies have made similar clear glass dinnerware over time, but the Fenton carnival glass was usually the most popular. Northwood glass was a major competitor in the iridescent glass industry, introducing their items in 1908.

The Fenton carnival glass was introduced in a trade magazine in October 1907 with production beginning shortly thereafter. Over 2,000 different patterns have been made. About 1,000 patterns are best known, with the other 1,000 patterns being more rare. Kitten and rabbit patterns were popular with children.

The iridescent glass appeared to have a metallic luster and sheen, making it uinque and visually appealing. Many different pieces were produced including bowls, mugs, vases, plates and even entire table settings. A variety of colors were used, but the best sellers were marigold, cobalt, and amethyst.

Liquid glass is pressed into a hot metal mold to produce fenton carnival glass. While cooling it takes the shape of the mold, and while it is still hot it is sprayed with a unique mixture containing metallic salts in liquid. This results into the iridescent sheen. To prevent the glass from cracking it is cooled very slowly and brought to the room temperature in full 24 hours.

The pieces were originally sold in the discount shops over America, but, after sales went down and popularity waned, they were sold in the main part to the carnivals, which gave away as prices on the middle course. This is how it got the name “the carnival” glass. The colours of the rainbow fit also into a carnival attitude.

Fenton carnival glass, such as other clear glass dinnerware is being collected by many persons around the country. It is pretty often that individual parts are seen at the yard sales,to buy antique ones and for sales at on-line auctioneers as eBay. Because of the popularity there are auctions for only carnival glass. Search on-line for the auctioneers close to you.

If you treat your glassware with care, it will serve you for many years to come. It’s fragile, so protect it from being jostled, as that can cause damage to the surface shine. Store it away from sunlight to preserve the rich color. Do not put it in the dishwasher; rather, wash the pieces by hand with a soft cloth and dish soap.

The most popular of the iridescent glass patterns is Fenton carnival glass that reached the height of popularity in the 1900’s. Other types of clear glass dinnerware remain a collectible niche to this day. Collectors also remain interested in the product of a competitor, northwood glass. The iridescent glass appeared to have a metallic luster and sheen and was very unique in appearance. The pieces were originally sold in dime stores across America, but after sales decreased and popularity waned, it was sold in bulk to carnivals. Remember that the glassware is fragile, and must be treated carefully.

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May 11th 2008 To The Global Beat - World drums

I had always been an aficionado of classical music. Some might say that my tastes were somewhat stuffy. However, on a trip to Brazil some years ago I discovered the global beat that is World Drums. Technically, I suppose, it’s a sub-category of global music but nothing had prepared me for the wondrous, rhythmic beat of this genre. I commend these percussive tastes to you. Obviously, I still do listen to many of my old classical records on the record player but these days I have an equally large collection of CD’s relating to this global music and I love them all as much as my old records. Now I’m just as excited to discover new types of music that I haven’t heard before.

May 5th 2008 A great starting five of film artists director Mike

A great starting five of film artists director Mike Nichols, writer Adam Sorkin and actors Tom Hanks, Julia Roberts and Phillip Seymour Hoffman have put their distinctive spin on the story One of the years very best films. Charlie Wilsons War dvd Nichols and Co.s foreign policy caper puts up a decent fight, but Hoffman wins the War. Highly entertaining — and mildly uncomfortable. Two vaguely amoral do-gooders do their part to fight Commies in a secret hot war during a cold one%u2026you know, the one that installed the Taliban in Afghanistan and turned it into a place armed to the teeth and crazy pissed at us. Then Sorkin and Nich The film moves along smartly despite being stuffed to bursting with details of arms deals, diplomatic ploys and political maneuvering.