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Thu, Dec. 24th, 2009 09:20 pm

Right around the corner from my home--literally millions of lights, place is on it's own dedicated PG&E transformer...thousands visit it every Christmas. Amazing, really.

Below is the view from my home...

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Mon, Dec. 21st, 2009 05:05 pm

Donated to our holiday program and made for Cirque de Soleil's Ka show. I...kinda like it. But not sure if anyone else would. Btw...there is no head under the hat on either side.

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Mon, Dec. 14th, 2009 02:23 pm

Pippa got a Christmas gift early--mostly because she shredded it under the tree on her own initiative. She loved the little mice (a blue on it to the right) but like all kids--furry and otherwise--the best part is the crinkly, rustly wrapping paper!

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Thu, Dec. 10th, 2009 10:22 am

But not as cold as last few days.

Oh...and geeky Star Wars The Old Republic shirt originally given to employees ftw! Sith design, natch, but I have the Jedi and bounty hunter as well. Ha!

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Sun, Dec. 6th, 2009 06:17 pm

Whoah, is it that time again?

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Fri, Dec. 4th, 2009 09:26 am


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Thu, Dec. 3rd, 2009 10:18 am

Lucasfilm and Reed Exhibitions are Proud to Announce Star Wars Celebration V

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Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back, Massive Fan Event will Take Place in Orlando, Florida August 12-15, 2010; Registration Will Go Live Thursday, December 10th

Commemorating the 30th Anniversary of Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back and the ongoing, weekly adventures of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Lucasfilm Ltd. and Reed Exhibitions' PopGroup will partner to produce what's expected to be one of the largest official Star Wars fan events ever -- featuring cast and crew celebrities, fan-run events, costumes, music, live entertainment, screenings, autographs, collectibles, panels and sneak peaks into the future of Star Wars.
Star Wars Celebration V will take place August 12-15, 2010, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. A website, www.starwarscelebration.com, is dedicated exclusively to the event, and tickets to Star Wars Celebration V will be available for purchase online starting Thursday, December 10th.

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Wed, Dec. 2nd, 2009 03:54 pm

Begin your holiday shopping at Goodshop.com, enter “Tri-Valley Haven” as the charity you are shopping for, and then click over to your favorite store! It’s as easy as that!
A percentage of virtually every purchase—up to 30%!—at more than 1,300 top stores (from Amazon to Staples) will go to Tri-Valley Haven. Goodshop also has thousands of money-saving coupons posted! Goodshop is a great way to get your shopping done and do a good turn for Tri-Valley Haven at the same time!
Thank you and happy holidays to you all!

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Wed, Dec. 2nd, 2009 02:11 pm

Charcharodon ToothGreat Blue HeronSulpher ButterflyEmu HeadEmuMonterey EnvironmentMonterey Poster DesignSlender SalamanderKelp Environment
Jellies3 DucksGobyGreatBlueHeronSketchArmadillo SkeletonSnakeHeadSketch001Caiman SketchT Rex CoquilleBaryonyx Sketch
DeinonychusZuniceratops And DromaeosaursChasmosaursDeinonychus ScratchingTrilobite Elrathia KingiiDeinonychus FeatheredGastonia Reconstructiondilophosaur head studyshadowfax logo
Charlie RoseShadowThank You WetaCornflower SketchNasturtiumsOxalisCosmosNasturtiumsHedgeNettle
Lilac Hibiscus Sketch 1997Kelp environment studyPepsis Wasp SketchCabezon SketchInsect SketchesSaber Tooth Cat SketchDinosaurid critter sketch
The actual pictures can be seen here (or just click on a thumbnail to go to the picture):

http://www.flickr.com/photos/8730288@N05/sets/72157622081940340/

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Tue, Dec. 1st, 2009 10:30 am

[info]britgeekgrrl's husband has been battling cancer for a couple of years now. Sadly, that battle is almost over and sooner than was expected. If you've ever lost a loved-one you know that death-related expenses can be massive, even when choosing the most affordable and simple options, as is the case here. Cremation and associated costs are expected to run about $1,400 and it's just not in a budget that thought the timeline on this was going to run for several more months.

So, if you've got and money to spare, and I know many of us don't in this economy and this season, please PayPal a little bit to johanna_mead@yahoo.com Please select Gift (under Personal) under transaction to reduce the Paypal fee situation. Boosting the signal is also welcome.

Much of this post is a cross-post from others talking about the same situation--but their words were more eloquent than mine. I just want to get the signal boosted and help out as best I can.

Thank you all for reading.

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Mon, Nov. 30th, 2009 01:43 pm

Mysterious light pattern on living room wall was something I thought was beautiful and restful... until my workmate pointed out it looks a lot like the doorway at the end of Poltergeist, just before the Beast shows up, its hair waving in the aether and its ghost jaws grinning... now I'm kind of freaked. Thanks, Jean.


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Sat, Nov. 28th, 2009 04:09 pm

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Sat, Nov. 28th, 2009 04:02 pm

Sometimes everyday things are so amazing.

And Pippa, enjoying a clean house and a quiet afternoon...

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Fri, Nov. 27th, 2009 06:43 pm

The perfect way to enjoy the evening after Thanksgiving--armchair, fuzzy robe, slipper booties, Jedi Teddy bear for protection, hot tea with milk and sugar...and rereading Stephen King's "It" on my iphone's Kindle.

Original plan for this weekend was LosCon, but sadly, things did not work out. Next year.

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Wed, Nov. 25th, 2009 12:02 pm


Discussing Awareness and Assertiveness in a Senior Center class.Discussing Awareness and Assertiveness in a Senior Center class. These are my favorite classes. The women in them have lived full lives, bring many questions, opinions and insights to the class, and are always far stronger than they might think of themselves. I am honored to teach senior classes.
Practicing wrist releasesPracticing wrist releases The woman on the left is learning how to break a grip. In this shot, we're practicing the move slowly, so they can get a feel for it. The woman on the right had just gotten through with a hula class just before coming here. They were both awesome!
A double-handed wrist releaseA double-handed wrist release I am talking about how to break free of the grip... and throw in things like an elbow strike for good measure. Mostly, I'm just talking... yak, yak, yak...that's me!
Practicing eye gouges...Practicing eye gouges... Do NOT mess with my ladies. They will fuck your shit up. We teach going for the most vulnerable areas. They left a LOT of DNA evidence (aka, styrofoam bits) on the carpet.
Practicing punches.Practicing punches. She said she was Muhammed Ali's grandmother. Sting like a bee!
I think this needs no explanation.I think this needs no explanation. But anyone who wants to hurt these women, beware. They are warriors. (And she got closer to her target on subsequent kicks.)
More punching practice...More punching practice... I love the hibiscus in her hair. And she is giving a BIG YELL too! I LOVE THESE CLASSES!

Thank you, my wise warrior women. May you live longer still, and in health and peace.

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Wed, Nov. 25th, 2009 11:22 am


Like... a lot worse.

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Fri, Nov. 20th, 2009 09:34 pm

...they didn't believe that the alien hunk of meat Chewie is enticed by on Endor is--in fact--a deer's hind end with a set of dentures shoved into its asshole...

...until they freeze framed it.

Yes, indeed, they agree that it is--without question--anus dentatus.

Check it out. I shit you not. (Pardon the pun) Have known it since I was thirteen.

My work here is done.

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Fri, Nov. 20th, 2009 12:54 pm

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Fri, Nov. 20th, 2009 12:12 pm

Everybody have a warm, safe Friday and a great weekend!

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Thu, Nov. 19th, 2009 09:54 am

Yes, I am tasteless this morning.


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