Archive for August, 2006
The old fort on the Fort Bliss post before dawn
The old fort on the Fort Bliss post before dawnOriginally uploaded by cree8iv_1.
Sunday, I did something I have never before done. I spent the night on an Army post. In fact, I had never even been on a military post or base before. It’s amazing how huge the place is!
Yesterday, on the way to the airport to catch my flight home, I shot this photo of the historic old fort located on the post. I have to say, my new camera takes kick-butt photos because this was taken before dawn. Yes, I did adjust the shadows in Photoshop, that’s why it’s grainy, but you get the idea.
Also on the way out of the post, we saw hundreds of young men and women in their camo, running. It doesn’t matter what one feels about the situation in Iraq, it’s still a sobering thing to see these young people training to go there. They will soon be placing their lives in danger for all of us. I got a little choked up by the realization when they were running past us. All I can think is that I hope each and every one of them come home safely…and soon!
Regardless of political leanings, they deserve our complete respect. My hat’s off to them!
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Mexico border
Originally uploaded by cree8iv_1.
Ok, this is admittedly a blurry photo, but we were driving through the city of El Paso when I snapped it. The giant flag (this photo does not do it justice) is located at the entry to Mexico from El Paso. You can see the flag for several miles. Very impressive!
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The view of the mountains from El Paso
The view of the mountains from El Paso
Originally uploaded by cree8iv_1.
This weekend, I helped a good friend move to El Paso, Texas. ..on purpose!! Believe it or not, my friend David actually voluntarily moved to El Paso! 
To make a long story short, he needed someone to drive his Ford Explorer down while he drove the moving truck.
Anyone who has ever travelled by car with me knows that I like to go just a “tad” over the speed limit in order to get there sooner. That was not our luck this time. The moving truck never made it up to the actual speed limit. The 1300 miles seemed to drag on forever. My only request in return was to have an “authentic” Mexican dinner upon arrival.
David took me to a restaurant in El Paso called Forti’s. It did not disappoint!! The food was amazing! I recommend that everyone who finds themselves in El Paso should go to this restaurant. It’s worth it!
And, much to my surprise, I found out that El Paso is actually a pretty nice place. The view of the mountains from the city is spectacular. Ok, I take back the kidding about moving to El Paso. It’s a pretty ok place, after all. 
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Two book recommendations
These two books are terrific for anyone looking for inspiration for metal clay projects. Check them out!
Technorati tags: jewelry design, jewelry, metal clay
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Humorous new words…
As reported by Reuters: “Truthiness” and “Wikiality” — two of the words popularized by political satirist Stephen Colbert on his TV show “The Colbert Report”– were named on Sunday the top television buzzwords of the year…
…Global Language Monitor defined “truthiness” as used by Colbert as meaning “truth unencumbered by the facts.” “Wikiality,” derived from the user-compiled Wikipeida information Web site, was defined as “reality as determined by majority vote,” as when astronomers voted Pluto off their list of planets last week.
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More good quotes
“Whatever you are, be a good one.” ~~ Abraham Lincoln
“If you trust Google more than your doctor, then maybe it’s time to switch doctors.” ~~ Jadelr and Cristina Cordova
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Quote of the day
Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter
and those who matter don’t mind. ~~ Dr. Seuss
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Another contest!!
Here’s another contest you can enter! It’s the Mixed Media Jewelry Contest sponsored by Jatayu.The deadline for entries is fast approaching, so you’d better hurry!
Summer ‘06 – This contest sponsored by Jatayu challenges you to be innovative and to step out of what may be your comfort zone. Innovation is the key word here. Thus, if you rely on common, easily found beads, your entry may not be pushing the boundaries. Each entry must include wire of any type plus at least one other element from a category below. You may use elements from more than one category. You may submit only one entry and it can be a necklace, bracelet (bangle, cuff, or linked bracelet), or earrings. Or a crown, yes, I think we need more crowns for us common folks.
Found Objects (examples: keys, bolts, electronic parts, dice, etc.)
Resin and Plastics (examples: amber, copal, bake-a-lite)
Natural, Organic Elements (examples: pearls, shells, wood, metal)
Fiber (examples: yarn, woven cloth, string)
Deadline for entries – August 31st, 2006. Winners will be selected by mid-September.
Good luck!
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Vocabulary word for the day!
I subscribe to a vocabulary word for the day via email. It never hurts to keep one’s vacabulary sharp, I always say…
Anyway, today’s word is terrific! Here it is:
tarantism - An uncontrollable urge to dance.
I have several friends for whom tarantism is a regular event. (you know who you are!)
Great word!!
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