The Prophet Haggai Should be Patron Saint of Parish Fundraising

[It's not like he had it any easier than us right now. I suspect "paneled houses" is Hebrew for "McMansions." There's even a reference to the recession about halfway down.]On the first day of the sixth month in the second year of King Darius,The word of the LORD came through the prophet Haggaito the governor of Judah, Zerubbabel, son of Shealtiel,and to the high priest Joshua, son of Jehozadak:

Infiniti G37 Cupê com pintura inspirada no Cirque du Soleil

Em comemoração dos 20 anos da Infiniti. A artista plástica Heidi Taillefer fez a pintura de um cupê G37 inspirada no Cirque du Soleil. As pinturas trazem 25 anos de história do Cirque e foi batizado de Ligozzi.O carro não teve sua estrutura modificada, somente recebeu a pintura, que levou um mês para ficar pronta.O Infiniti G37 ficará em exibição nas lojas da marca no Canadá até o fim do ano.

Unlike traditional interior

Wedding dinner photo shoot, new house, renovation. I think all these elements are part of starting a new family for most young couples. And often the money is a real headache. So what can you achieve with the budget for renovation least verify that this minimalist house with a budget of 10k.Unlike traditional interior is all about filling or "space decorating, minimalism, is also taking away,

E-Wolf e2 o superesportivo elétrico

A empresa alemã e-Wolf divulgou as primeiras informações sobre o e2, o superesportivo que pode percorrer 300 km com apenas uma carga.Ele é um pouco parecido com outros superesportivos, tipo o Ferrari Enzo principalmente sua frente.O e2 pode levar duas pessoas e pesa 900 kg, é movido por 4 motores elétricos, um para cada roda, ficando com 536 cavalos.Segundo a empresa ele pode ter uma autonomia de

Shelby GT500 vs Corvette Grand Sport

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[Humor] More Rejected Titles for Our Lady and One Very Obscure Joke about Boxing and Medieval Feastdays

Our last post on this subject generated quite a few more possibilities. Here are some more from the readership, and a few from me.Our Lady, Mediatrix of all GraviesOur Mother of Good Vibrations (patroness of windsurfing, and the only known iconographic type shown with sunglasses)Our Lady of Perpetual Discernment (we all know at least one of her votaries)Our Lady of Blessed Acceleration (as

YAMAHA XT 660 X (2007 ) desktop wallpapers

Motorcycle WallpapersYAMAHA XT 660 X (2007) Motorcycle, general information, review and specificationsYAMAHA XT 660 X (2007)Motorcycle Wallpapers, choose by BRANDS>YAMAHA Models >Click Thumbnail to download (size 1600 x 1200 pixels) YAMAHA XT 660 X (2007)The XT660X injects fun wherever, whenever. It mixes a gutsy 660 cc, liquid-cooled fuel-injected engine with Supermotard-styling

YAMAHA XT 660 X (2006) motorcycle wallpapers

Motorcycle WallpapersYAMAHA XT660X (2006) Motorcycle, general information, review and specificationsYAMAHA XT 660 X (2006)Motorcycle Wallpapers, choose by BRANDS>YAMAHA Models >Click Thumbnail to download (size 1600 x 1200 pixels) YAMAHA XT 660 X (2006)But first, the rush-hour ride home. Use the XT’s punchy four-stroke motor and motocross-style handlebars to cut through the city traffic like

YAMAHA XT 660 X (2005 ) desktop wallpapers

Motorcycle WallpapersYAMAHA XT 660 X (2005) Motorcycle, general information, review and specificationsYAMAHA XT 660 X (2005)Motorcycle Wallpapers, choose by BRANDS>YAMAHA Models >Click Thumbnail to download (size 1600 x 1200 pixels) YAMAHA XT 660 X (2005)......General informationModel: Yamaha XT 660 X 2005Category: SupermotoENGINEType:659 cc, liquid cooled, single cylinder, 4-strokeBore x

YAMAHA XT 660 X Supermotard (2004)

Motorcycle WallpapersYAMAHA XT 660 X Supermotard (2004) Motorcycle, general information, review and specificationsYAMAHA XT 660 X Supermotard (2004)Motorcycle Wallpapers, choose by BRANDS>YAMAHA Models >Click Thumbnail to download (size 1600 x 1200 pixels) YAMAHA XT660X Supermotard (2004)Yamaha’s name is synonymous with challenging and innovative designs,and the radical new XT660X is the

YAMAHA XT660Z Tenere

Motorcycle WallpapersYAMAHA XT660Z Tenere (2008) Motorcycle, general information, review and specificationsYAMAHA XT660Z Tenere (2008)Click Thumbnail to download (size 1600 x 1200 pixels)Motorcycle Wallpapers, choose by BRANDS>YAMAHA Models > YAMAHA XT660Z Tenere (2008)The Tenere 660 is built for adventure, manufactured to the same exacting build quality that has made the XT brand a

YAMAHA XT660X (2008)

Motorcycle WallpapersYAMAHA XT660X (2008) Motorcycle, general information, review and specificationsYAMAHA XT660X (2008)Click Thumbnail to download (size 1600 x 1200 pixels)Motorcycle Wallpapers, choose by BRANDS>YAMAHA Models > YAMAHA XT660X (2008)It’s a jungle out there in the big city – it’s a tough environment that requires a tough motorcycle. And nothing’s built for the urban

YAMAHA MODELS

Motorcycle Wallpapers, choose by BRANDS>List of YAMAHA Motorcycle ModelsYamaha 2012: • YAMAHA Super TénéréYamaha 2011: • YAMAHA TT-R125LE• YAMAHA TT-R110E• YAMAHA TT-R50E• YAMAHA WR250X• YAMAHA FZ8 • YAMAHA Fazer 8• YAMAHA TT-R230• YAMAHA YZ450F• YAMAHA WR450F• YAMAHA WR250F• YAMAHA YZ250 (2-Stroke)• YAMAHA YZ125 (2-Stroke) • YAMAHA V-Star 1100 Silverado• YAMAHA V-Star 650 Classic• YAMAHA

Chevrolet Agile chega em outubro

Totalmente desenvolvido no Brasil o Chevrolet Agile, vem para concorrer com Volkswagen Fox e Renault Sandero.O Agile será vendido em duas versões de acabamento. A básica LT e a LTZ. Na versão LT ele vem com direção hidráulica, banco do motorista com regulagem de altura, ar-quente, limpador do vidro traseiro, computador de bordo e piloto automático, este último inédito em sua categoria.E na

Seabreacher o submarino em formato de golfinho

Deixando os carros um pouco de lado, mas falando ainda de maquinas. Vejam só o que uma empresa da Califórnia andou fazendo, um barco/submarino (não sei do que chamar) no formato de golfinho denominado Seabreacher.Com ele pode-se mergulhar, rodopiar e fazer gracinhas para as pessoas, tudo bem isso acho isso não ou sim, sei lá. Ele chega a uma velocidade de 64 km/h em cima d’água e 32 km/h quando

Porsche Panamera no Brasil

O esportivo quatro portas da Porsche o Panamera, chega ao Brasil em dezembro. Ele vem em três versões, e caso tenha “bala na agulha” já pode fazer a reserva. Na Versão S, que é a versão de entrada o valor sugerido de R$ 549 000, a versão 4S que vem com tração integral sai por R$ 599 000 e na Versão Top de linha a Turbo custa R$ 749 000.O Panamera tem transmissão com embreagem dupla, controle de

Novo Mitsubishi Pajero TR4 2010

A Mitsubishi apresentou o novo Pajero TR4 2010, ele teve seu visual todo renovado todo o desenvolvimento foi feito no Brasil e segundo o diretor de engenharia Reinaldo Muratori, “apenas o teto é igual ao do TR4 2009″. Ele começa a ser vendido em outubro a partir de R$ 65.550 na versão básica a versão top de linha vem com câmbio automático, airbag duplo e freios ABS e sai por R$ 71.990.Todas as

Fiat Strada Working

A Fiat lança mais uma versão para a picape Strada, ela fica entre as versões Fire e Trekking e será chamada de Working.A Strada Working vem em três modelos cabine simples, estendida e cabine dupla, todas tem motor 1.4 flex de 86 cv a álcool e 85 cv a gasolina.Os itens de série da Strada Working são adicionando janela traseira corrediça, porta-revistas nas laterais traseiras, revestimento

Reminder! Next DNG Event at Unici Casa TONIGHT Sept 24th!

Reminder our next DNG event will be held at Unici Casa in Culver City on September 24th, from 7-9pm. If you would like to be added to our networking list of events, please email me @ turquoise.la@gmail.com. We look forward to meeting you!

Fiat 500 no Brasil

O Fiat 500 desembarca ao Brasil na primeira semana de outubro, o lançamento será no Rio de Janeiro, ele foi lançado na Europa em julho de 2007. Seus principais concorrentes são o MINI Cooper, Volkswagen New Beetle e smart fortwo.Ele tem o motor 1.4 de 16 válvulas com 100 cavalos a gasolina (só a gasolina!). Vai de 0 a 100 km/h em 10,5 segundos chegando a velocidade máxima de 182 km/h.O Fiat

Gazeboo;ayo Bersantai

Gazeboo;ayo Bersantai di Tempat Warisan leluhurApril 24, 2009Showing 1 of 2 imagesclik here:www.classic-ceramics.blogspot.comDalam sebuah rumah kebun, gazebo sendiri sehingga tempat relaksasi. Pun, gazebo nuansa alami menebal pintar.Di dalam, kebun itu hanya pemanis. Ini dapat menjadi tempat untuk bersantai sementara Anda berkumpul dengan keluarga Anda. Jika taman memiliki ukuran yang memadai,

Vídeo da Nova Ferrari 458 Italia

A Ferrari divulgou um vídeo oficial da nova 458 Italia:

Palio Weekend Trekking 1.8 flex

A Fiat lança mais uma versão para a Palio Weekend Trekking, desta vez ela vem como o motor 1,8 flex. Antes só disponível na Palio Adventure.A nova versão tem o motor 1.8 flex de com 114 cv quando utilizado álcool e 112 cv quando abastecido com gasolina. A versão traz de série molduras nas caixas de roda, suspensão elevada, pneus de uso misto 175/70 R14, faróis de neblina e rack de teto, entre

rumah dengan gazebo dan air terjun

Air terjun dan Gazeboanda cari keramik:www.classic-ceramics.blogspot.comSP / Luther UlagOrnamen air mancur yang dijual di Jalan Pemuda, Senayan, Jakarta.Setiap orang mendambakan kenyamanan, atau di mana ia tinggal, terutama di rumah. Oleh karena itu, ada banyak cara dan upaya untuk rumah lebih nyaman daripada sebelumnya. Taman adalah salah satu kendaraan sampai Nan suasana nyaman di rumah kami.

Lamborghini Reventón Roadster [Vídeo]

Por ter apenas 20 unidades produzidas a Lamborghini deixa bem claro no vídeo que você não vai ser um dos proprietários do Lamborghini Reventón Roadster, aliás é mais fácil um meteoro cair na sua cabeça do que você ter um destes na sua garagem.

Recall dos carros Peugeot 206 e 207 e Citroën C3

O Grupo PSA Peugeot Citroën anunciou nesta segunda-feira (21) o recall dos carros Peugeot 206 e 207 (com câmbio automático) e Citroën C3 (versão 1.6 flex com câmbio automático). O motivo é um problema no software de controle da injeção eletrônica de combustível.De acordo com as duas montadoras, os proprietários devem comparecer a uma concessionária autorizada para fazer a atualizaçao do software,

Escoriações - 3ª parte

Leia também a 1ª parte e 2ª parte.B - Passagem ou tela de filtragem de óleo entupidasQuando isto ocorre, a bomba de óleo não consegue sugar o óleo do carter e fazê-lo circular pelo sistema, acarretando os mesmos problemas descritos no item anterior.Por essa razão esses componentes também devem ser cuidadosamente inspecionados, limpos e desobstruídos de forma a garantir a livre circulação do óleo

As verdadeiras maquinas do Salão de Frankfurt

Existem estudos que afirmam que o homem tem dificuldades para pensar diante de uma mulher bonita. Então o que o pessoal das montadoras fazem (mesmo antes da pesquisa)?Colocam um monte de mulher bonita para apresentar os carrões. Então os interassados nos carros chegam não conseguem se concentrar direito nos carros e se tiver “bala na agulha” acaba levando o carro sem pensar muito.Veja abaixo as

Sneak Peek - Venice Bedroom

Here is a sneak peek into my clients Bedroom in Venice...more images will be added to my website next week. Enjoy!

R8 Spyder também vem para Brasil em 2010

Além do Mercedes SLS AMG, quem vem também para o Brasil é o Audi R8 Spyder.O R8 Spyder tem o motor 5.2 V10 com 525 cv indo de 0 a 100 km/h em 4,1 segundos com máxima de 313 km/h.Vem com capota de lona com acionamento elétrico que pode ser acionada mesmo com o carro em movimento, com velocidade até 50 km/h.O Audi R8 Spyder chegará por R$ 790 mil.

Mercedes SLS AMG vem também para o Brasil

O novo superesportivo o Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, também virá para o Brasil em 2010 para compras feitas por encomenda. O modelo vem com portas no estilo asa-de-gaivota chega no Brasil por cerca de R$ 1 milhão.O SLS AMG é inspirado no clássico 300 CL que foi fabricado entre 1952 e 1963. O SLS AMG, modelo totalmente desenvolvido pela divisão esportiva da Mercedes-Benz. O motor é um 6.3 V8 de 571 cv

All the Best Blog - Bedroom Contest!

You still have time to enter the fabulous bedroom contest from All the Best Blog...click here to read all the about the wonderful prizes and rules...and did you see who is judging? Get those pictures entered ASAP fellow designers!

Ranking dos carros mais poluentes

O Ministério do Meio Ambiente disponibilizou um ranking dos carros que mais fazem mal para o meio ambiente fabricados em 2008, e ainda promete para novembro a lista dos mais poluentes fabricados em 2009.Veja a Lista:Marca Modelo Álc/Gas Motor Nota1 Chevrolet Corsa Gas. 1.4 4,82 Peugeot 307 Sedan Álc. 1.6 5,23 Citroën Xsara Picasso Álc. 1.6 5,64 Citroën C3 Álc. 1.4 5,65 Renault Scénic Álc.

Mais destaques do Salão de Frankfurt

Continuando com os destaques do Salão de Frankfurt, segue abaixo mais fotos das maquinas expostas no Salão. Clique nas fotos para ampliarPorsche 911 TurboVolvo C70 2010Alfa Romeo MiTo Quadrifoglio VerdeBrabus E V12 Black BaronMirror-Finish Audi R8Marussia B2 and B1 HybridVolvo C30 2010Citroen REVOLTeHyundai ix-Metro concept Mansory Vitesse RoseVolkswagen CC R 2010Bentley Continental GTC Series

Sneak Peek - Century City Office

Here is a sneak peek from my clients office located in Century City. All the images from the project including 2 more projects will be available to view next week on my website. Enjoy!

Os destaques do Salão de Frankfurt

Abaixo você pode conferir as fotos das estrelas do Salão de Frankfurt. Clique nas fotos para ampliar.Audi e-tron Lotus Evora Type 124BMW ActiveHybrid X6Mercedes-Benz SLS AMGSEAT León Cupra RAudi R8 SpyderAston Martin RapideMaserati GranCabrioVW Golf RBMW Vision EfficientDynamics ConceptFerrari 458 ItaliaPorsche 911 GT3 RSLamborghini Reventon RoadsterAbarth 695 Tributo FerrariMazda MX-5 Superlight

Audi elétrico e-tron no Salão de Frankfurt

A Audi apresenta o e-tron no Salão de Frankfurt, protótipo que é movido exclusivamente a energia elétrica.O protótipo possui quatro motores elétricos, dois no eixo dianteiro e dois no traseiro, com 313 cv que o levam de 0 a 100 km/h em 4,8 segundos e chegando a velocidade máxima de 200 km/h.O e-tron é alimentados por baterias de ion-lítio de 53 kWh e tem a autonomia de 248 quilômetros.Clique nas

St. Bride

John Duncan. Saint Bride, 1913. National Gallery of Scotland.I have yet to ascertain if this image represents an actual event from the life of St. Bridget or a literary work like the Tennyson poem about St. Cecilia that seemed more popular to the Pre-Raphaelites and their academic followers than the saint's true story. The Scottish National Gallery comments, "According to the legend of the

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Save the Date - Our Next Designer Tag Sale will be October 24th in Costa Mesa!

We are working on hosting another Designer Tag Sale, so please save the date for October 24th in Costa Mesa, CA (Orange County)! Vanessa Kogevinas and I will be co-hosting the event with interior designers, Jolene Ballard & Amanda Malson from Domicile. We are extremely excited to host another successful event! So please check back we will post more details soon!

Escoriações - 2ª parte

Leia também a 1ª parteCausas da escoriação e do engripamentoToda situação que provoque um aumento de temperatura na superfície das peças em atrito, até perto do ponto de fusão do metal, ou que impeça a transferência de calor dessas superfícies, tem influência na escoriação e engripamento do motor.Suas principais causas, que podem ocorrer individualmente, ou em conjunto, são as seguintes:1 – no

HARLEY DAVIDSON VRSCX (2007) wallpapers

Motorcycle WallpapersHarley Davidson VRSCX (2007) Motorcycle, general information, review and specificationsHarley Davidson VRSCX (2007)Click Thumbnail to download (size 1600 x 1200 pixels)Motorcycle Wallpapers, choose by BRANDS>HARLEY DAVIDSON Models > Harley Davidson VRSCX (2007)The VRSCX takes it to the track as a new VRSC model honoring the Screamin' Eagle/Vance-Hines NHRA Pro Stock

HARLEY DAVIDSON VRSCB V-Rod (2005) wallpapers

Motorcycle WallpapersHarley Davidson VRSCB V-Rod (2005) Motorcycle, general information, review and specificationsHarley Davidson VRSCB V-Rod (2005)Click Thumbnail to download (size 1600 x 1200 pixels)Motorcycle Wallpapers, choose by BRANDS>HARLEY DAVIDSON Models > Harley Davidson VRSCB V-Rod (2005)The VRSCB model starts with the idea that with 115 horses running directly beneath your saddle, you

HARLEY DAVIDSON VRSCA V-Rod (2003) wallpapers

Motorcycle WallpapersHarley Davidson VRSCA V-Rod (2003) Motorcycle, general information, review and specificationsHarley Davidson VRSCA V-Rod (2003)Click Thumbnail to download (size 1600 x 1200 pixels)Motorcycle Wallpapers, choose by BRANDS>HARLEY DAVIDSON Models > Harley Davidson VRSCA V-Rod (2003)..............General informationModel: Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-RodYear: 2003Category: Custom /

HARLEY DAVIDSON XL 1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster

Motorcycle WallpapersHarley Davidson XL 1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster (2009) Motorcycle, general information, review and specificationsHarley Davidson XL 1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster (2009)Click Thumbnail to download (size 1600 x 1200 pixels)Motorcycle Wallpapers, choose by BRANDS>HARLEY DAVIDSON Models > Harley Davidson XL 1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster (2009)Ready to wheel its way through

HARLEY DAVIDSON XL 1200N Nightster (2007)

Motorcycle WallpapersHarley Davidson XL 1200N Nightster (2007) Motorcycle, general information, review and specificationsHarley Davidson XL 1200N Nightster (2007)Click Thumbnail to download (size 1600 x 1200 pixels)Motorcycle Wallpapers, choose by BRANDS>HARLEY DAVIDSON Models > Harley Davidson XL 1200N Nightster (2007)By Toph BocchiaroWith this year being the 50th anniversary of the H-D

HARLEY DAVIDSON XL 883R Sportster (2003)

Motorcycle WallpapersHarley Davidson XL 883R Sportster Motorcycle, general information, review and specificationsHarley Davidson XL 883R Sportster (2003)Click Thumbnail to download (size 1600 x 1200 pixels)Motorcycle Wallpapers, choose by BRANDS>HARLEY DAVIDSON Models > Harley Davidson XL 883R Sportster (2003) Review and Specifications.The Sportster 883R caught a few by surprise last year when

Evora Type 124 de competição

Além do Lotus Elise Clube Racer e Lotus Exige, a Lotus trás também para o Salão de Frankfurt o Evora Type 124A versão de competição faz sua estréia nas 24 Horas de Nürburgring e depois vai para também nas 12 Horas de Sepang, na Malásia, e nos enduros de 24 horas de Dubai e Silverstone, na Inglaterra.O motor do Evora é um 3.5 V6 Toyota que era “apenas” de 280 cv foi para 400 cv.Clique nas fotos

Vídeo do novo Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

O piloto profissional Bernd Schneider, cinco vezes campeão da DTM mostra no vídeo abaixo o novo SLS AMG com motor V8 que gera 571 cv que o faz ir de 0 a 100 km/h em 3,8 segundos.

Lamborghini Reventón Roadster

O Lamborghini Reventon Roadster é mais uma das grandes atrações do Salão Automóvel de Frankfurt.O Reventón Roadster é uma edição limitada com visual inspirado nos caças supersônicos que vem dois anos após o lançamento da versão cupê.Não se tem muitos detalhes mas especula-se que virá com o motor V12 de 670 cavalos (o mesmo usado no Murcièlago LP670SV), e irá de de 0 a 100 km/h em 3,4 segundos

Audi R8 Spider o R8 conversível

Imagens do Audi R8 Spyder, que será apresentado oficialmente no Salão Automóvel de Frankfurt, já estão circulando na net.Sem muitos detalhes sobre ele a única informação é que ele usara o motor Lamborghini 5.2 V10 a gasolina com 525 cv de potência.Clique nas fotos para ampliar

Tuscany on the Big Mysterioso Hulking Lake Michigan, And a Few Words on Organic Development

John Sonnen has been kind enough to once again link to The Shrine in regards to my various architectural endeavors, and given all his praise for my work, I don’t want to disappoint his readers! (For some examples, go here.) I will say that a lot has happened in the last six months, and I have been busily exploring a whole raft of new ecclesiastical projects on behalf of my employers, who are

Save the Date! Next DNG Event at Unici Casa Sept 24th!

Save the date our next DNG event will be held at Unici Casa in Culver City on September 24th, from 7-9pm. If you would like to be added to our networking list of events, please email me @ turquoise.la@gmail.com. We look forward to meeting you!

Mais detalhes do conceito Lexus LF-Ch

Como já foi mostrado aqui o conceito Lexus LF-Ch será mostrado por intero no Salão de Frankfurt.Porém a Lexus liberou mais imagens do conceito Lexus LF-Ch, que apesar de ser apenas um carro conceito segundo a montadora o seu próximo compacto, previsto para 2010, herdará muito dele.Clique nas imagens para ampliar

Pictures from our DNG event at Patio Culture!

Pictures above are from our last DNG Event at Patio Culture. We had such a great turnout with so many new faces! Please save the date, our next event will be held at Unicicasa in Culver City September 24th. If you would like to be added to our networking email list please email me at turquoise.la@gmail.com.

The next time someone asks you why we need a new translation...

Just tell them that if the Beatles get a new, more-faithful-to-the-original remaster, Jesus (who, last I checked, was still bigger) should, too.

Morlino Miscellanea

I hope all of our readers had a wonderful Labor Day weekend; as for my own, all I'll say is, "Goooo Irish!" (though I'm reserving judgement on the rest of the season until this coming weekend). Also of note on campus this weekend was the homily given by Bishop Robert Morlino at the 10:00 Basilica Mass. The game tape is below, thanks to CatholicTV, with the homily starting around the 14:30 mark (

New Project - Venice Living Room

I just started a new project in Venice, where I am decorating my clients living room with Moroccan style furnishings. Above is the inspiration board I created that includes some Ikat inspired textiles and accessories mixed with some modern pieces. Enjoy!

O Magnum Mysterium

The following article was recently passed along to me, and it was too intriguing not to share. In it, Morten Lauridsen shares some of the creative process that went into composing his "O Magnum Mysterium", inlcuding some inspiration from a Zurbarán still life. Particularly fascinating is that the piece finds its roots in chant and polyphony, and yet, it is a thoroughly modern piece; I can't

Loome's, The Happiest Place on Earth

I wanted to put in a kind word for the wondrous Loome Theological Booksellers in the remarkable little riverside town of Stillwater, Minnesota, otherwise known to me as the Happiest Place on Earth The nineteenth-century town of Stillwater clings to the steep bluffs along a wide stretch of the St. Croix River, the border between Minnesota and Wisconsin. It is known as one of the world's premier "

Interview on Fyndes

Thank you Mark and Carrie for interviewing me for the Fyndes blog! It was really a lot of fun! For more information about the Fyndes and the items they sell, click here.

I believe there are only three people in the world who will appreciate this, and I know all of them

The weirdly hilarious (and occasionally simply just weird) McSweeney's Internet Tendency outdoes itself, mingling Thomas Merton, Walker Percy, and the world's ugliest garment, The Snuggie, The Blanket With Sleeves, which, like sudoku, I consider a very serious sign of societal collapse, a bit like when George Costanza shows up in a velvet tracksuit. The title alone is a laugh:A questionnaire

Commencement Revisited

(Note: I realize that this is old news, but my laptop decided to take a vacation from functioning just before I was ready to publish. -E) Last week marked the beginning of classes at our beloved Alma Mater, and what better way to mark the occasion than with some reflections on the previous year? It seems that our beloved Bishop D'Arcy has been keeping busy over the summer break, and his article

Apartment Therapy - Trending Post on "Renting Like You Own"

For last Fridays Apartment Therapy Trending Post, I decided to talk about how renters are spending their own money to upgrade their apartments. I just recently worked with a couple clients who inspired me to write about this topic and are quoted in the article. Click here to read all about it.

Welcome, John Sonnen Fans!

I wanted to welcome our readers coming from Orbis Catholicus. I am sorry if it has been, in terms of the subject matter of my postings, a rather architecturally sparse week, but this will remedy that. John has always been a tremendous supporter of my work, and I owe him a great deal for the opportunities his support has opened up for me. Certainly if anyone has any questions about church

Cookie Monster versus Waiting for Godot

“This Alaistair Cookie welcoming you to Monsterpiece Theater. Today me proud to present a modern masterpiece. A play so modern and so brilliant, it make absolutely no sense to anyone, including Alastair." (Source).

Want to get your projects published, look no further!

How would you like to submit your interior design projects directly to magazine editors and have the choice of which magazines you can submit to! Well wait no more you can directly send those submissions right on over to Editor at Large! This brand new site gives interior and product designers a place where they can receive press without having to figure out where and who to submit to. If you ask

MODIFICATION OF MIO MATIC

LHK as players shake MIO, NOUVO & MOTHAI always rely on other components BOLT ON. They make the front Upside down Shock, Shock Money Back, BODY KIT, carpet MIO, bolts & ACCESSORIES color anodize.

Simple but nice views biayanyapun to think big modif like this, OMC is often a motor like this, because the concept of the OMC is offered daily use, good views, and not expensive MIO MODIFICATION.

RADICAL MODIFICATION OF KAWASAKI NINJA

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Kawasaki Ninja - a radical modification of the neat and steady for oprasional.

"It looks expensive bgt, whereas if we'd be dibandingin more than Japan should modif motor, lots of crazy modif the price exceeds the price of Aprilia. but cuman doang models which all have the Aprilia Mito.Upside or down, gedhe tires, etc.. "- by Girifumi

Create crazy bro modif Girifumi assumption may be a bit much to make them mengerinyitkan forehead. But for most bikers, especially for bikers who think economically and bikers that prioritizing originality factor may very Girifumi bro assumption is correct.

Cost Factor

An example is the owner of Honda Tiger Revo (nyari safe mode-on), regardless of the cost of the average motorcycle owner modification goal was not far from the model SP NSR, Aprilia or Cagiva Mito. Even beyond the standard may modify them by replacing the light front leg into the foot upside down, the rear suspension to monshock to buy parts like fuel tank parts and the rear panel. Finally, after the modification with the cost of not less be a motor Tiger Revo is a bit like Aprilia, or SP with oddities here and there. The most severe is a radical modification of saving package style, intended to make cost savings, it is the waste and wasting time. Why? Many incidents where the motor modification costs became more expensive than the cost of buying a motor "original" that the goal of modification, is it even a strange hasilnyapun.

Originality factor

This is probably the most controversial paragraphs ever posted in INDOBIKERS. There is a question that is quite intriguing. Does the costume Barcelona numbered 14 you have to be Thierry Henry? Of course not, but certainly you have stated to anyone especially to people who see you that you are a fan or at least sympathizers of the former king of Arsenal. Bahakan if Thierry Henry "original" yes definitely saw you too will smile with you. But by installing fairing Yamaha R1 on the Tiger Revo you, and you happen to run into a real Yamaha R1 would certainly different situations. Maybe nothing happened seemingly anything but actually the driver will only R1 confusion with which you ride motorcycles, often bahakan who scorn it out in the mind of the driver R1 "authentic" is. Besides, whether by using R1 and the fairing you may be necessarily anggot club R1? Unfortunately it's not going to happen but certainly you will lose motor identity.

Creativity without borders

Modifying the motor is the development of creativity without boundaries. But the best pure goal is to modify the original idea, do not imitate or trace moge existing, let alone trace CBU motor sport that costs not much (about the same cost-red) than the price of your own bike. What is clear radical modification of the motor is generally less suitable for daily use. Because like any of the conditions most appropriate motor standarlah used for daily oprasional. If still want to modify the bike but with the condition should be used as a vehicle steadily oprasional daily, the best option is to make minor modifications. Changing tires, veld handlebar and the front or Menganti sockbreaker color and striping pattern into the most appropriate choice. Good luck!

JUPITER Modif Motor Cycle Unique and Creatif

It is a picture Motor Modif or Modification from Yamaha Jupiter Z.
It's very amazing because the colour of paint is very lightening. i like it.
what is your opinion about this picture modification jupiter..??
do you like it..??

In the second picture, it is Modification from Yamaha too.
it is very nice an unique. You can follow this modification to practice in your motor cycle.
hihiiii. if you have much money, you can make more better than this modification.


wow very amazing and very interesting.
very creatif to make concept modif and modification.

Honda Elite 2009

If the Honda SH150i’s $4,599 price triggers sticker shock, the more affordable Elite might offer an appealing alternative. Priced at $2,999, the Elite is a third less expensive than the SH150i (with an engine that’s roughly a third smaller, too)—but like any bike, it’s got its own individual pluses and minuses.

I tested the Elite by criss-crossing over 50 miles of gridlock infested Los Angeles streets, and have a few thoughts on whether or not this 108cc scooter might work for you.Downsizing can yield great benefits, and the Honda Elite is a prime example of what can be gained from selective loss. Thanks to its liquid cooled, fuel injected 108cc engine, the saved space enables a considerably larger underseat storage area—35 liters to be precise, which is big enough to swallow two full face helmets, a notable improvement over the SH150i’s skimpy compartment. The Elite also gains a map box just beneath the instrument panel and a handy ignition key lock. Improved fuel economy is also another boon to the smaller package, and the Elite produces over 100 mpg based on EPA emissions testing. Curb weight is 254 pounds, 48 pounds less than the SH150i. Honda Elite 2009.

But something’s gotta give somewhere, and the Elite’s top speed is a little over 50 mph (versus the SH150i’s 65 mph.) Due to its sub-150cc status, the Elite isn’t freeway legal (at least in California), and while 50 mph is plenty fast for surface streets, the Elite immediately gets nixed if interstates happen to be a part of your riding routine.

Also notable are its small tires, which measure 10 inches at the rear and 12 inches up front—a significant drop from the SH150i’s 16-inchers… but more on that later. The Elite is equipped with a rear-to-front linked braking system and a parking brake, and available accessories include a top case which allows 27 extra liters of storage ($143.95), and a tall windshield ($189.95.) Also included is a transferrable one year, unlimited mileage warranty.

The Ride: City Street Manners,

The Elite’s saddle sits 29.1 inches above ground, and like the SH150i it only comes with a center stand (as opposed to a conventional side stand.) But lighter weight makes it less of a hassle to push off and get going—though you’ll also notice the scooter’s more compact proportions when you try to finagle room for your feet on the floorboard. It can take a bit of maneuvering for tall riders to get their feet, butt, and upper body positioned just right, and the Elite’s ergonomics are certainly biased towards in-town jaunts rather than longer distance rides.

Lane-splitting this little ride allows for fearless (but potentially risky) maneuvers that couldn’t otherwise be performed on a larger scooter or motorcycle. Acceleration isn’t most impressive right off the line, but it quickly spools up as momentum is increased. More impressive than the Elite’s “Go” is its “Stop”: the linked brakes feel strong, and their abilities make it tempting to go faster than you ought to in traffic. Likewise, the ten and twelve inch wheels add an element of darty maneuverability, though at higher speeds it takes a steady hand to keep the Elite along the intended trajectory. The chassis doesn’t feel quite as insulated as the SH150i’s, and road irregularities are transmitted more jarringly through the wheels and suspension.

More a nimble traffic jouster than a high-speed cruising machine, the Elite is well suited to the surface streets it’s relegated to due to its engine displacement.

The Bottom Line: A Zip and a Smile

Comparisons between the Elite and its stablemate the SH150i are inevitable, and choosing between the two depends entirely on your needs. The Elite isn’t freeway ready, but it does offer a slightly more maneuverable riding experience while slicing and dicing through traffic. The increased storage space is one welcome benefit of the smaller engine, but the bike’s clanky response to bumps are a not-so-gentle reminder of its diminutive suspension components and down-spec’d chassis. Looking outside the Honda brand, the Yamaha Zuma 125 offers slightly more displacement for the same price, but the Elite’s smoother flowing styling cues will likely steal some sales thunder from the quirky looking Yamaha.

After 50 miles of city riding, I returned the Elite with a grin on my face and a fuel gauge that only dipped down a couple of clicks. The Elite earns 3.5 out of 5 stars (which ties it with the SH150i), mainly since its advantages are counterbalanced by a few disadvantages. But budget-minded buyers who don’t need a freeway commuter will find that the $2,999 Elite is exactly what we seek in the scooter genre: sensible, efficient, and reliable two-wheeled transportation that can get us from point A to B with a zip and a smile Honda Elite 2009.

Nissan GTR Modification 2009

Earlier this week when we said than Porsche shows Nissan Modification to cheat, more exactly the GTR could not pack a covering on the racecourse of Nurburgring (Nordschleife) as Juste 7 minutes and 29 seconds. In order to show this Porsche Nissan standard GTR bought, brought it to the German racecourse and the surprise left: the GTR packed covering in 7 minutes and 54 seconds, with more than 25 seconds more than the covering packed by the driver of Nissan.

After this, the answer came from Nissan which was completely simple: We will not enter a flamewar with Porsche. The final word of us is that it was made on the absolutely standard tires which are at the disposal of the customers in the showroom. The normal tires of road of Dunlop, that come with the car! the European spokesperson Neil Reeve from Nissan known as.

Modification of Yamaha X1R

motorcycle yamaha X1R picture is also from the forum I get modifications in the Philippines. turns out there is different from the motor that is in indonesia, the name. but in body shape and construction remain the same only the name that distinguishes it from the motor only. we see only motor yamaha X1R it the same as the yamaha Jupiter MX in indonesia. funds kawasaki fury like a 125 cc Suzuki Satria 150 cc. which is the comparison between yamaha x1R rand kawasaki fury 125 cc's is a form of body. problems and good speed I think yamaha X1R than kawasaki fury 125 and relatively the same.

kawasaki fury 125yamaha X1R picture

Suzani's at Distant

After a long day of shopping on the Eastside (Echo Park and Silverlake) I had a chance to pop into my friend Arzu's Turkish boutique called Distant who specializes in handmade home decor items. The store is located on Hollywood Blvd near Sunset in Silverlake. I took some pictures of some beautiful Suzanis (above) that I am considering for a client in Venice. Enjoy!

Venice Project / Little Girls Room

Above is my inspiration board for my clients little girls room in Venice. We picked out custom colored decals at BLIK which we are very excited to install. Bed is from PBteen and the sheets are from Anthropologie. Found some vintage lamps on Ebay to add to the shelf unit. Unfortunately I am not able to get on brocadehome.com to pull the images of side tables and dresser we purchased. I am

Lykke Li

Just had to share this Lykke Li "Little Bit" video. Enjoy.

Under Construction / Website

My furniture portion of my website is getting organized and for some reason the pictures got mixed with the wrong text. It all should be fixed and completely organized with all the SOLD items taken off by later this week. Thanks for your patience.

Save the Date - Next DNG @ Kelly Green August 28th!

Above is our invite for the next DNG Event that will be held at Kelly Green on August 28th at 7pm. If you would like to join us later this month, please email me (turquoise.la@gmail.com) to be added to our member email list. We look forward to seeing you!

E-Decorating - Harlem/NY -Sitting and Living Room

Above are images from the my newest E-Decorating client in Harlem, NY. The style was mid century meets not so modern so I pulled pieces that had a timeless look that could also compliment the Danish pieces they currently own. The space has beautiful natural light and exposed brick walls. I used hints of red to soften the contemporary and modern pieces I chose for their living room and sitting

Gentry Chair from Ballard Designs HELP!!!

So my clients and I have decided on this Gentry Chair from Ballards for their dining room. Only problem is that we cannot memo this chair (which is kind of lame) and I cant borrow the one on the floor in Georgia because its at the outlet and they do not allow returns on "as is" furniture. And if I buy it I will have to wait 6-8 weeks to receive it. I was also given a personal shoppers number who

Jonathan Adler NEW Pillows!

Have you seen these brand new needle point pillows from Jonathan Adler? So darn cute!

Next DNG Event @ Kelly Green

Please mark your calenders for our next DNG Event! I am happy to announce that our next event will be held at Kelly Green an Eco Fabulous Boutique located in Silverlake on August 28th. If you would like to RSVP for our event please email me at turquoise.la@gmail.com to be added to our member list. We ask that you please bring your portfolios and press books, THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT we need to see

Decor8 and Turquoise Design Office

Check out an office over at Decor8 that Holly and I decorated for a reader who is looking for a fresh new approach to her photography studio. Tons of ideas can be found here, so enjoy!

Last Nights DNG Event at Craig Olsen

Thank you to everyone who came out last night we sure did have a packed house and it was so nice to meet some new designers! And of course a huge thank you to our wonderful host Craig Olsen, who I know inspired a lot of people with our Q&A last night! Above our pictures from last nights event. If you would like to be added to our member list, please email me at turquoise.la@gmail.com. (and thank

E-Decorating - Living Room/Harlem

Above are inspiration photos for my new E-Decorating client in Harlem. I am calling this one Mid Century meets not so modern. The space has wonderful exposed brick and great hard wood floors. I hope to post pics soon of the completed space. For more information about E-Decorating please click here.

REMINDER TONIGHT- DNG Event July 23rd - Craig Olsen

Above is our latest invite for our DNG Event. It will be held at Craig Olsen TONIGHT at 7pm. Please RSVP (turquosie.la@gmail.com) if you would like to go and please show up on time so that we can do our introductions to the whole group. See you TONIGHT!

Just wanted to share...

I'm diggin the new Converse ad with Pharell, Santogold and Julian Casablancas!

Thank You Megan!

Thanks Megan from Beachbungalow8 for mentioning me in your 1st Dibs blogosphere article. Click here to view the spread.

Ecologique "The Style of Sustaintable Design"

Check out my post of Kelly LaPlante's book Ecologique "The Style of Sustainable Design" on Decor8. If you are going to be in the LA/Venice/Santa Monica area come by and purchase an autographed signed copy of Kelly's book on Thursday July 10th. Please RSVP to the invite listed above.

1st Dibs

1st dibs says it best. Click here to view my vintage items for sale.

DNG Event July 23rd - Craig Olsen

Above is our latest invite for our DNG Event. It will be held at Craig Olsen WEDNESDAY (not our usual Thursdays) at 7pm. Please RSVP (turquosie.la@gmail.com) if you would like to go and please show up on time so that we can do our introductions to the whole group. See you on the 23rd!

Holywood Hills Project

I had a full day of installations at a clients house in the Hollywood Hills. Still more to do but I had to share these fun decals I found last week at Ikea. Enjoy!

Art Deco Bar

I am trying to find a great Art Deco Bar. I am considering this one that I found on Ebay for a client but would like to still find some alternatives. I have done so much research (Wertz Brothers, stores on La Cienega and Beverly) and still have not found the right one. Anyone have a great place or website I can hit? Any suggestions would help. Ideally I would like to find a local store/showroom

Leila H.

I had to post today about my friends graphic design company Leila H. This talented girl does every kind of graphic design and web design. If you need a new logo, stationary, branding, corporate or personal, you need some hot new flash or redesign for your website - this is the girl for you! Check out her website for her beautiful portfolio. My fav is the multimedia section. Oh and BTW she will

E-Decorating - Kitchen/Evanston

Above our images of from my latest E-Decorating client in Evanston Illinois. My client needed help accenting her new custom kitchen - which is very similar to the kitchen image above. By using wallpaper to accent a built in shelf it brings more color into the space. Accessorizing with vintage blue/green canisters and glass jars for the counter tops give the new kitchen an old world style. And by

Small Space Big Style

So the Small Space Big Style episode I was featured in (like a million years ago) aired again this morning. You know why I know...well the emails start pouring in with where did you get, and where can I find, and can you tell me the paint color. I never knew that episode would gain so much attention!I am going to make it so easy for everyone so you can get all the information you need. Just click

E-Decorating - Sitting Room/Evanston

Above are images from my E-Decorating client in Evanston Illinois. I call this traditional meets out-of-the-box. I carefully chose fabrics and materials that would suit an area just off the kitchen and kept the space modern but with a classic feel. My client actually received more links, in case she wanted a lighter/brighter look. Everything is available online and the items I researched were in

Ciudad Magazine

Last week I found out Ciudad Magazine has closed its doors and has shut down. This was an amazing local Latin magazine that supported the up and coming and talented people it featured. For those of you who have read the magazine, you will know what I'm talking about. I will definitely miss everyone who I worked with at the magazine and thank you for YOUR support over these last few years.

Sorry... No DNG this month...

Sorry members I was not able to secure a location for this months DNG meeting. I went through 5 different locations!!! I do have confirmation on our next event in July and for August as well. Check your email this week for updates. See you all next month!

Marina Del Rey Project

Phew...we are all done with my clients kitchen and bathrooms. There are more images on my website to view. Enjoy!