My name is Vadim. I'm an experienced, credentialed handgun instructor but can also teach fundamentals of rifle and shotgun use. I specialize in students new to firearms and understand the potential anxiety experienced by new shooters. I work hard to make my classes not just informative but relaxed, stress-free, and fun. I'm certified, insured, and maintain the highest standards of safety and professionalism.
I regularly compete in International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) and United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA) matches.
Most importantly, I'm an enthusiastic, perpetual student and have over 1000 hours of formal training with some of the best firearms instructors in the country, including:
Certifications and accomplishments:
- Graduate of Rangemaster (Tom Givens) Basic, Advanced, and Master Firearms Instructor Certification courses
- NRA Basic Pistol instructor
- NRA Range Safety Officer
- IDPA Safety Officer
- F.A.S.T. Pin (under seven seconds)
- Gabe White Dark Pin
- International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA)
- United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA)
- Association of Defensive Shooting Instructors (ADSI)
- Virginia Citizens Defense League (VCDL)
- Armed Citizen Legal Defense Network


Happy Hour May 31, 2016
Tell me if this sounds familiar.
You get to the end of a busy work week (TGIF!!), but you’re so drained that all you can envision for your weekend is your couch and Netflix. You beat yourself up because, after all, you’ve been sitting all week, so how could you possibly lack energy to enjoy those two precious days off!
Been there. Totally get it. Which is why we know you are going to just LOVE what we have brewing for you this summer.
On the third Friday of every month beginning June 17th, we’ll be combining yoga, acupuncture and kombucha tastings to help you unwind, destress, and lift you up so you can fully enjoy the weekend that you worked so hard to get to.
“Kombucha you say?”
Why YES! This fizzy-lifting drink is a fermented triage of tea, bacteria and yeast that packs a probiotic punch. It fires-up your metabolism, detoxifies your liver and lifts you (thanks in part to its 0.5% alcohol content) into an effervescent stratosphere that will leave other’s saying, “I’ll have what SHE’S having.” Or he. We’re thrilled that Farm Boy Kombucha out of Orlando is sponsoring our event and will be titillating your taste buds with a variety of fiz-tactic flavors.
How do you know if this class is right for you?
- If your weekends have been spent feeling exhausted or binge watching Game of Thrones, this class is for you.
- If your PJs are your fashion statement for the weekend, this class is for you.
- If you’re a patient of ours and we’ve told you that you can benefit from adding yoga into your life, this class is for you.
- If you’ve never experienced acupuncture and have been meaning to try it in a safe, comfortable setting, this class is for you.
- If you’ve never tried Kombucha but are curious about how a fizzy drink with trace amounts of alcohol can be so beneficial for your gut and your immunity, this class is for you.
- If you’re a Yogi, an acu-junkie or you have a colony of SCOBY’s growing in your kitchen, guess what! This class is for you.
- If you want to make the most of your weekend with mental clarity, good energy and unwavering immunity, then This. Class. Is. For. You!
Join us for our first session on Friday, June 17th. Be sure to register in advance because each class is limited to 15 participants and it will fill quickly. You can reserve your spot by calling our office or registering online. Reclaim your weekend! You are SO worth it.0


3 years old Girl Photography was not as challenging as newborn photography. Swanzal was than 3-year-old girl, her face adorned with a delicate, lace-trimmed hat, graced the lens with her angelic presence. Her innocent eyes sparkled like the purest of diamonds, reflecting the wonder of the world around her. The hat framed her cherubic face with timeless elegance, accentuating her youthful charm. With each click of the camera, her laughter echoed through the air, a symphony of joy and merriment. This little princess exuded a captivating blend of curiosity and grace, leaving an indelible mark on the memory of that day.


A WREATH AND WINE WORKSHOP
Aren’t we all just a smidge craftier with a glass of wine in hand! The Merry Making experience is as rewarding as the beautiful wreath you'll bring home at the end of the workshop event.
Gather ye from lands far and wide at the Olalla Vineyards beautiful tasting room for the merriest making workshop you’ll ever attend. Enjoy a delicious glass of red or white wine before getting started on your wreath making adventure. Weave together fresh noble fir, pine, and juniper greens to form your wreath base, then adorn it with bells, bobbles, bows, holly, pinecones or pepperberry to add a splash of color and subtle scent. Participants are free to bring their own decorations for customizing their wreaths.
Proceeds help support the Gig Harbor Senior Center and its programs that help ensure the vitality of our local senior’s and empowering them to thrive.


Do you love walking in to a great-smelling house? Do you also love to save money? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then grab a few easy ingredients and put your DIY skills to use to make this oh-so-easy air freshener that contains one secret ingredient.
Many of us use Febreze to banish odors from our homes. With kids, pets, and not a lot of free time, it can be a lifesaver for freshening up, but the cost can really add up. One enterprising woman named Jen found a way to make her own air freshener that smells a million times better than Febreze, lasts just as long and costs a fraction of the price.
Are you ready for the secret ingredient? It’s Downy Unstopables! Relatively new to the market, this product is made up of tiny beads of fabric softener designed to dissolve in the washing machine and make your clothes smell fantastic. Luckily, Jen figured out a way to turn the beads into a homemade air freshener than costs just 60 cents per bottle. Here’s how to make it:
Gather a quarter of a cup of Downy Unstopables (it’s available in different fragrances), four tablespoons of baking soda, eight ounces of boiling water, a funnel and a clean, empty spray bottle.
Begin by combining the beads and baking soda in a bowl. Pour the boiling water on top of the mixture and stir to combine. Wait until the beads have completely dissolved before moving on to the next step. It could take up to 30 minutes for the beads to dissolve. Place the funnel in the spray bottle and carefully pour in the liquid.
There you have it! An easy, inexpensive, incredibly wonderful smelling air freshener that is safe to use all around your home. Use it on carpets, furniture, pet bedding, drapes, or anywhere else that needs a bit of freshening. Enjoy!


Frequently Answered Questions
Karl Monaghan holds urban photography walking workshops and is available for private tuition throughout the year.
Urban Photography Walking Workshops take you from total novice to an intermediary level with expert lessons covering the basics of composition and photography. Learn more about Midwest Photography courses with Karl Monaghan Photography.
Private Tuition is available year-round, tailored to your individual needs and charged hourly. Please contact Karl Monaghan to discuss your needs.
Karl Monaghan Photography, Art Gallery, Printing & Picture Framing uses the highest quality printing equipment, software and materials available in-house at the Karl Monaghan Print Lab in Geraldton, Western Australia.
Bring your digital file, original artwork or hard-copy photos to us and have the image expertly printed on photographic paper or fine art conservation paper of your choosing.
We use Epson 9560 and Epson 9900 Giclee Printers with UltraChrome pigment dye inks (archival quality guaranteed for life). We specialise in working with delicate papers such as Fujiflex, Chromojet, Metallic, as well as Canson cotton fibre, Ilford Galerie & Hanamhule fine art paper.
Karl Monaghan Photography, Art Gallery, Printing & Picture Framing also produces high quality large canvas prints and large scale photography printing. We also offer picture framing services including large picture framing.
Karl Monaghan Photography, Art Gallery, Printing & Picture Framing is based in the pearl of Western Australia’s Midwest region, Geraldton Western Australia.
The WA coastline is famed for its rugged natural beauty and diverse landscapes with Geraldton and the Midwest providing Karl Monaghan with endless inspiration and landscapes to explore and photograph including the iconic Abrolhos Islands, Pink Lake, Shark Bay and surrounds.
For fine art printing, framing and ready-to-purchase fine art photography prints, you can find Karl Monaghan Photography, Art Gallery, Printing & Picture Framing at 76 Chapman Road, Geraldton, Western Australia.
We provide extensive printing, framing and photography services onsite from the Karl Monaghan Print Lab in Geraldton, Western Australia.
We specialise in:
- Photographic Printing using only the highest quality materials from Canson, Ilford, Fujiflex & Hanamhule.
- Australian Fine Art Printing
- Giclee Printing
- Digital Photo PrintingLarge Photo Printing including
- Large canvas prints and wall prints
- Canvas Printing & Canvas Framing
- Artist Reproductions using high-quality specialised printing equipment
- Professional Photo Restoration of old and damaged photographs, slides or negatives (colourised or black and white printing – including digital copies)
- Slide Scanning
- Conservation Framing of original artworks no matter the medium
- Memorabilia Framing including Sports Memorabilia Framing, Shirt Framing, Jersey Framing – handcrafted to requirements
- Tapestries, Textiles & Silk Framing
- Custom Picture Framing
- Ready-to-purchase Karl Monaghan Fine Art Landscape Photographic Prints including Framed Landscape Prints of the iconic Abrolhos Islands, Pink Lake, Shark Bay, Geraldton & other spectacular locations in Western Australia’s Midwest Region.
You can make alterations to your printing order within 4 business hours by contacting us.
All printing, photography and framing orders are made on demand, and we may not be able to fully accommodate your request without sufficient notice.
If your printing order is already in production or has been shipped or delivered, you may be eligible for a store credit within 7 days. We do not offer refunds for change of mind. The store credit can only be used online via our website www.karlmonaghanphotography.com.
There is a 25% restocking fee for a change of mind return and this will be deducted from your shop credit balance. A $24.95 shipping fee is payable prior to production for your new printing or fine art print product order.
To receive a replacement or store credit, the print needs to be returned in ‘as new’ condition, complete with all original packaging. You are responsible for the cost of return shipping and will remain responsible for the returned artwork until it reaches our Gallery & Print Lab in Geraldton, Western Australia.
We recommend using a secure, signature-on-delivery method with added insurance. If the item is not returned in ‘as new’ condition, we reserve the right to return the product to you, at your expense.
If you wish to return an item, please contact us and we will advise you on a course of action.
Your prints, artworks and frames are packaged carefully onsite in Geraldton, Western Australia. We understand that accidents can happen in transit. If your parcel arrives with obvious damage to the packaging, DO NOT accept the parcel and instead ask the courier to return it. Please advise us immediately if this happens.
If your parcel is left unattended or, upon opening your parcel and you find your item damaged, please advise us within 24 hours. You will need to include photos of the damage (both packaging and artwork or printing order) via email.
We require a signature on delivery for all fine art prints, frames and artwork. Please provide a shipping address where you know someone will be available to accept it.
Should you elect to remove the signature-on-delivery requirement, please make sure you provide instructions on a safe location to leave your package.
If a parcel has been delivered without a signature and has subsequently gone missing, Karl Monaghan Photography, Printing & Picture Framing cannot accept responsibility.
Karl Monaghan has over 20 years of experience in Australian fine art printing, landscape photography and picture framing.
Adherence to printing and colour precision and dedication to his craft ensure the highest quality Australian prints, photographic reproductions and frames. By using state-of-the-art large format Giclee printing machines and UltraChrome pigment dye inks we ensure the longevity of your fine art prints, photographic prints, artist reproductions and canvas prints.
We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional quality items, so if you receive an artwork with faulty workmanship, we will replace it without charge. We may ask you to return the item, so please hold onto the packaging and we shall cover the cost of return shipping if required. Please contact us within 7 days of arrival via email and our team will be happy to assist.
All prints, frames and artwork come with a 12-month warranty. If a fault is found, please contact us immediately along with a clear photograph showing the fault via email If substantiated, the item will be replaced without charge.
Our Fine Art Prints are crafted using the highest quality materials and the most advanced printing technology available. It is highly recommended to display your photographs, prints, artworks and frames out of direct sunlight while avoiding high humidity and high temperatures.
Our picture framers use wood for framing original artworks, reproductions, photographic prints, sports memorabilia, canvas frames and custom picture framing. Wood frames can be dusted using a soft, dry cloth to remove spots or debris. Avoid the use of liquid and chemical cleaning products.
Instructions relating to cleaning the glass on your fine art photographic print, framed original artwork or framed sports memorabilia can be found on the reverse side of your framed artwork. Extreme caution should be used whenever necessary when handling your fine art print or framed artwork.
Karl Monaghan Custom Framing Bar is located within our Art Gallery in Geraldton, Western Australia. We specialise in photo mounting and framing, conservation framing, sports memorabilia framing, textile framing and canvas framing.
You can choose from thousands of moulding options including the master crafted, Italian-made and world-renowned Bellini Frames which are exclusive to Karl Monaghan Photography Gallery & Picture Framers. We stock a vast range of matboards and canvas stretcher bars to bring those canvas prints come to life. We use only the highest-quality framing materials with each frame crafted in consultation with an expert picture framer and made onsite in Geraldton, Western Australia. Our Custom Framing Bar ensures the picture perfect and one-of-a-kind display of your unique artworks and photographs. Visit us in store today to discuss your needs at 76 Chapman Road, Geraldton.
Sign up to our mailing list! We offer our mailing list members exclusive discounts on Australian fine art photography prints, run framing and photography competitions and share news about events in Geraldton and wider Western Australia.


5.56MM M855 GREEN TIP 62 GR FMJ
This is Lake City M855 Green Tip Penetrator ammunition. Winchester M855 features a reloadable brass case with non-corrosive boxer primer. The bullet is 62 grain and copper jacketed with a 2 piece core, a hard steel penetrator in the front of the core and a lead knocker in the rear of the core. This is the ideal ammo for AR-15 target shooting, and high volume marksmanship practice
This XM855 ammunition is loaded to NATO specifications. It is not intended for use in commercial bolt-action rifles chambered in 223 Remington. The full metal jacket bullets feature a steel core and green penetrating tip. Brass cases are reloadable.
Consistent Accuracy: Ideal for shooters of all skill levels
Full Metal Jacket: Provides positive functioning and no expansion
Reduced Barrel Fouling: Fewer cleanings and more time in the field
Bullet: M855 Full Metal Jacket
Grain weight: 62 Grains
Ballistic coefficient: .0.243
Muzzle velocity: 3100 FPS
Case of 200 rounds
Laws regarding the sale of ammunition are constantly evolving. As the consumer, it is important for you to be aware of federal, state, and local regulations regarding the online purchasing of ammunition. Prior to ordering ammunition online, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with current regulations in your state.


American Football at Tallaght Stadium! Get there by #Luas on Sat 31st. It’s free in but reserve a seat, see
The Gathering Bowl will take place at Tallaght Stadium on Saturday 31st August 2013 at 7pm. See the best of American Football in action. Admission is free but you will need a ticket, so log onto www.americanfootball.ie It’s game on as the Greendell Falcons take on The Bristol Academy from the European US High School League. Both teams will be bringing full squads of players to this transatlantic battle played on neutral territory in Dublin. For Irish fans, this will be the only opportunity to watch this level of American football in Ireland in 2013. Take Luas to the Gathering bowl, see www.luas.ie/routes Admission is free, but tickets will be allocated for the game, for more information and to get your free ticket please logon to www.americanfootball.ie .


Midlife Gamer MLGX 2019
Victoria Pub, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Midlife Gamer are taking a break from EGX this year, but we still wanted to give you guys and gals the chance to meet up and enjoy one anothers company for the evening.
We've exclusivley booked the upstairs bar at the Victoria Pub in Birmingham City Centre and would love you come and join us for an evening of fun and games.
Meet old friends and make new ones as we come together once again.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
48 John Bright St


A mainstay in lots of local bars across the nation, the mechanical bull is not just for intoxicated would-be cowboys any longer. With the brand-new cutting-edge technology used in these systems, people of any type of age can appreciate a fun filled bull trip. Alongside the actual thing, fewer things could be a lot more entertaining or reasonable. Include a mechanical bull to your rental products and also you can see your earnings soar!
The New Designs Safe for All Ages
Surrounded by an inflated base, mechanical bulls are risk-free enough for even the smaller kids. There is no requirement to evaluate the rate any longer, there are a wide array of rates that can be made use of relying on the individual. One minute also your smallest participants could be riding like true cowboys as well as cowgirls, and the next minute expanded guys could be flying off the bull's throwing back immediately. Every person will enjoy a safe and interesting excitement trip without the danger of damage or injury.
This is a standard or luxurious mechanical bull with a wide range of various attachments to make it a brand-new trip each time your client desires an adjustment. When you've purchased your obstacle course rentals Warner Robins GA initial add-on, you're only limited by your imagination as you include a lot more items to make your multi ride unit also a lot more lucrative. If you rent to a whole lot of business just interested in children's flights, there is even a kiddie flight accessory.
All in All, if you're seeking enjoyable and profit - a mechanical bull flight is the means to go.
A mechanical bull trip is enjoyable for visitors of any type of age, and can include brand-new life to any occasion. Check Out The Rodeo Bull Company to locate the very best Mechanical Bull available for sale to construct your organisation.
With the new innovative modern technology utilized in these systems, people of any kind of age can delight in an enjoyable loaded bull trip. One minute also your smallest participants might be riding like true cowboys as well as cowgirls, and the following minute grown guys could be flying off the bull's throwing back in a matter of seconds. As soon as you've acquired your very first attachment, you're just limited by your imagination as you include much more things to make your multi ride system even extra rewarding. If you rent to a whole lot of companies simply interested in kids's rides, there is also a kiddie ride attachment.


Haynes Publishing Group, world famous for its car and motorcycle manuals, also produces a huge variety of books on many other motoring, transport, family and DIY-related topics. Early in my career I approached Haynes with the suggestion that there was space in the market for a book providing advice for young drivers starting out in motor racing. This title was the result.
My book writing
Motor racing, whether approached as a sport or business, is complicated. Getting into a position to win races depends on many factors other than the driver’s ability. This means young drivers setting out in the sport have a lot to learn, and quickly, because roaring around in circles is very expensive. There are a number of entry-level single-seater formulae for drivers to choose from, but when this book was written Formula Ford was the universal choice.
Over the course of 128 pages and 36,000-words, my book drew on the wisdom and comments of specialist experts. After explaining the background and concept of Formula Ford as a relatively affordable route into motor racing, the book discusses how to target and retain the support of sponsors; the costs of racing and what to budget for during a season; the author’s first-hand experience of spending 10 days at a racing drivers’ school; setting-up a car and refining driving technique for optimum performance; the UK’s top ten circuits and how to drive them; Formula Ford design, with a chapter written by highly reputed racing car designer Adrian Reynard; and the various Formula Ford manufacturers, their backgrounds and philosophies. Appendices include a business directory providing useful contacts.
In the years since writing this book, it has been an occasional but delightful pleasure to be told by racing drivers that they read it as part of their induction into the sport.


HOLY WEEK LABYRINTH
Please join us during Holy Week for your Labyrinth Experience!
Labyrinth and meditation / information room open the following days and times:
Sunday, March 25 from 8 AM – 4 PM
Monday, March 26 from 5 PM – 8 PM
Tuesday, March 27 from 5 PM – 8 PM
Wednesday, March 28 from 5 PM – 8 PM
Thursday, March 29 from 5 PM – 8 PM
Friday, March 30 from 8 AM – 8 PM
The labyrinth is a simple walking path used to meditate or quiet the mind. It is a path of reflection, contemplation and clarity. Labyrinths come in many sizes and patterns, but a labyrinth has only one path, there are no tricks to it or dead ends: it is not a maze.
The path winds throughout and becomes a mirror for where we are in our lives. The labyrinth is a wonderful tool for re-connecting the mind, body and spirit. For some, it allows self-realizations that provide peace, healing and comfort.


November 10-12, 2017
Aio Wira Centre
Join internationally acclaimed medium Stephen Hermann for an amazing adventure of psychic exploration and spiritual transformation in majestic New Zealand, one of the most beautiful and psychically powerful places on the planet. Expand your channeling and healing abilities in the heart of traditional Maori land, surrounded by lush, green bush and pristine streams and waterfalls. Experience the incredible energies and scenery of New Zealand while studying evidential mediumship, advanced channeling and psychic surgery.
Learn how to accurately see, hear and sense angel messages for yourself and others. Discover proven techniques used by masters of mediumship to receive specific details such as full names, dates, places and events known only to the recipient. Learn how to separate your own thoughts from accurate information coming through and prevent distortion and embellishment from taking place.
*How to distinguish your own thoughts from genuine psychic impressions.
*Correct interpretation of symbolic clairvoyance.
*Proven techniques to connect with helpers and guides.
*Psychic protection methods that work.
*How to receive ultra-specific, evidential information that is understood by the recipient.
*Common blocks and how to overcome them
*How to improve your clairvoyance, clairaudience and clairsentience
*Advanced techniques to enhance private sessions and platform work.
*Psychic surgery and spirit operations.
* Advanced energy healing.
*Spiritual anatomy: medical intuition with the spirit doctors.
*Angels, masters and guides: higher levels of trance channeling.
*Psychic art and inspirational mediumship.
Lovers of Lord of the Rings, and other Hollywood films shot in New Zealand, will cherish this once in a lifetime experience. If you are serious about expanding your mediumship and strengthening your connection with the spirit world, then this dynamic workshop is not to be missed. Content is suitable for participants at all levels of development.
Class is limited in size to ensure individualized instruction and assessment.
$100NZ nonrefundable deposit holds space with balance due by October 10, 2017.
Contact Aio Wira directly for accommodation reservations.
The Aio Wira Centre is accessible from Auckland International Airport.


HIMS AND ARIAS – Member Recruitment
Top 10 FAQ’s
1. Do I need to be able to read music?
No. A minority of current members can read music – although all have developed good “sight reading” skills.
2. Is there a voice test for new members?
Our Musical Director, Meryn Williams, will ask you to sing – in private – to determine which section of the choir your voice is best suited to. You will then sing with that section with the support of a “buddy” who is an experienced member of the section.
3. Are there “vacancies” in each section of the choir?
Our only restriction is that we need to have a balance across the four sections – Top Tenor, 2nd Tenor, Baritone and Bass – to produce the best sound. We have more Baritones than members in other sections at present and our “balance” is only likely to be an issue if all new recruits are Baritones.
4. How many members are there at present – and is there a “target” number ?
We have a maximum of 13 members performing currently. Subject to the “balance” referred to in Q3 we are happy to recruit to a maximum of 20 members.
5. Do you have to be a fluent Welsh speaker?
No. We have a number of Welsh language songs and hymns in our repertoire but currently only two fluent Welsh speakers. New members are supported by existing members in learning our repertoire.
6. Is there a Subscription for membership?
Members currently pay £12.50 per month ( approx. £3 per week ). New members do not pay a subscription until they have been members for 3 months.
7. How often do Hims and Arias perform – and to what sort of audiences?
We are keen to support the local community and sing at Care and Nursing Homes , at Charity Fund Raising events – and at Weddings, Dinners and Celebrations. Performances average out over the year at 15 – 20. Our Musical Director (MD), Meryn is also MD of Vocelle, a ladies choir, and we perform three or four times a year with Vocelle.
8. When and where does the choir practice?
Our current practice night is a Sunday evening from 7.30 to 9.00p.m. We practice at Llanharry Church Hall. If we are preparing for a major concert we occasionally rehearse on a Thursday evening in addition to Sundays.
9. Do I have to live in a particular “catchment area” to join Hims and Arias?
No. Our current members all live in the CF72 Postcode area but we welcome all new members who are able to regularly attend practices.
10. What is the age range of current members?
We have more members in their 50’s than any other age category, with our oldest members being in their 70’s. Our youngest member at the moment is 40.


Many thanks to all the supporters of Tarot of the Sephiroth...which is now "out of print".
If you still have your deck - it's officially a collector's item.
"Guide to Tarot of the Sephiroth" is still available...
check the "Purchase the Book" page of this website.
"The Qabalah - a.k.a caballa, quaballah, kabbala, kabalah, cabala et al; the various spellings reference the same
body of work overall - is a system of personal evolution predicated on engaging the universal forces of creation.
In the past, the crucial connection between Tarot and the Qabalah has often been obscured or ignored.
Tarot of the Sephiroth brings this connection to life by portraying the diagram known as the Tree of Life,
possibly the most effective matrix for human consciousness ever devised. The key to the Tree is its
ten stations of energy called spheres, or sephiroth. In its truest form, the purpose of Tarot is to
illustrate and illuminate the nature of these spheres. Tarot of the Sephiroth achieves
this through its stunning imagery and revolutionary design."
Tarot of the Sephiroth and its companion book Guide to Tarot of the Sephiroth have earned rave reviews
worldwide, and have become favorites among many erudite Tarot aficionados. This groundbreaking deck
and book emerge in the metaphysical landscape as a new paradigm in the technology of self-discovery
and empowerment, and pave a new road for the 21st century of Tarot exploration.
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‘Nature’ Tempranillo Malvasia Shiraz
This was always my favourite wine from a difficult low yielding vintage. The wine is the product of an attempt to produce a wine with zero additions in the winery. The wine also demonstrates learnings from our long history of working with Grenache. The estate grown Grenache was harvested from some of the oldest vines in Western Australia. 2016 was a difficult vintage, resulting in the early harvest of the variety in an attempt to maintain freshness. Tempranillo and Malvasia were purchased from a nearby vineyard that I had recently discovered. These two varieties had been grafted onto very old Shiraz rootstock, over a soil type that is very similar to our estate vineyard. This gave us the confidence that this unusual blend would be synergistic.
Previous Grenache-based wines were produced in the Burgundian method – cold soak, some whole bunches etc. This time around, we made a conscious effort to get the primary fermentation going as quickly as possible, so as not to extract the woodier notes that our estate vineyard can sometimes produce. This was achieved by crushing all three varieties together and inoculating the must with a pied du cuvee – a foot stomped bucket of grapes that I had harvested a week earlier. The wine was pressed off skins after only five days and fermentation finished in french oak puncheons.
Phone Orders - Call Bree 0450 648 918


Are you looking for unique Mother's Day gift ideas? Here are my top choices for a great Mother's Day gift that won't go to waste. Just so you know, I have no affiliation to any of the sites or products I mention. These are just my favorite ideas for gifts and have links in case you want to check them out yourself.
Window sill herb garden
I love the idea of always having fresh herbs growing right in your kitchen window sill. You can get something like this from Amazon or Wayfair if you want that clean, uniform look. This particular item is from Wayfair. Another idea, you can go to your local garden center or craft fair to find some cool, unique pots to give it a more creative flair. Then, pick up your mom's favorite herbs and pop them in the pots. Some great herbs to grow are cilantro, basil, chives, rosemary, thyme, and more.
Farmhouse dish set
Handwarmer oatmeal bowl
Custom Mom T-shirts
I may be a little bias for this next item. These beautiful, custom t-shirts are perfect for Mother's Day. They come personalized for free and can be made to say whatever you'd like. This shirt and a few other Mom shirts can be found here on my website.
Bathtime essentials wine holder
Macrame plant holder with plant
Grind and Brew Coffee Maker
Upgrade her morning cup of Joe with this grind and brew coffee maker. When I gave up my sugary coffee creamer, I learned that the fresher the coffee, the less bitter, which means needing less sweetener. When you freshly grind the beans, it makes for a much smoother brew. That's when I purchased this awesome machine. I set a timer to go off every morning and it grinds the beans fresh and goes straight to brewing. It's available at Home Depot (and other sites) for $73.00.


LIKE MORE? GET MORE! With MG this Father’s Day.
Getting more of what you like is a great feeling, especially when it’s unexpected. Whilst it may not be possible to experience the match day thrill of the football stadium right now, that doesn’t mean you can’t create memories that you’ll cherish forever. This is why MG Wales in association with our partners at the Football Association of Wales are celebrating Father’s Day by offering five lucky winners a ‘Get More Match Day’ experience that you’ll remember forever.
Each of the 5 MG Get More Home experiences include –
- VIP match day hospitality package for two for Belgium World Cup Qualifier in Cardiff on 16 November 2021 (entrant plus father)
- Football ball signed by the Welsh Euro squad
- Current Welsh team shirt
- Special Father’s Day message from the Wales team
- Penderyn Whisky 50cl gift pack & Penderyn Five Vodka 70cl
- Brecon brewery 24 mixed pack of FAW larger and cider
- Corgi Welsh socks
- Welsh treats hamper
- MG goodie bag including cufflinks, water bottles and key rings
For a chance to Get More and really make your Father’s Day extra special with all these amazing goodies, all you need to do is leave us your details and your father’s name and home town and we will personally deliver them to him on Father’s Day morning.
Thank you to our Football Association of Wales Prize Partners


discover a mountain of fun
an alphabet book for little skiers
(and their adults)
What is A-B-Skis?
A - B - Skis is an alphabet book for little skiers and their adults.
Written by Olympic skier Libby Ludlow, and illustrated by ski instructor
Nathan Jarvis, A-B-Skis is all about instilling a love for skiing in the next generation of tiny rippers, and helping prepare adults for successful day on the hill.
What better way to share your love for skiing with your favorite kiddo?


All queued Hobby builds have been processed and we are monitoring the results.
Posted Mar 28, 2024 - 11:57 UTC
The issue has been identified and the Hobby build queue is currently being processed.
Posted Mar 28, 2024 - 11:46 UTC
We are currently investigating elevated build queue processing times for users on the Hobby plan. Existing deployments and live traffic are not affected by this issue. We will share updates as they become available.


Tuesday, January 25, 2011
My very first post!
Hello and thank you for visiting! My name is Kim and I started scrapbooking in 1994. I was instantly hooked and my passion for paper and crafting has been continuously evolving since. I have worked with paper and stickers, stamps, chipboard, diecuts, vinyl, buttons, brads and other embellishments. Among all of these, I have found that I have a special fondness for glitter or anything that sparkles. More recently, I have delved into the world of digital scrapbooking. I find it especially challenging - I seem to work better when I can touch the materials I am working with as opposed to only being able to see them. I will share with you my love for papercrafting and hope you enjoy, and are perhaps even inspired by, my journey as I strive to learn and grow in this wonderful artform.
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Piano Tip #1: Create a flowing river of sound.
By using arpeggios in your left hand while using straddles simultaneously in your right hand, you can create a sensation of "flowing" -- I like to visualize a calm, smooth wide river like the Columbia River here in NW Oregon (which is 4 miles wide at its mouth when it flows into the Pacific!). Very appropriate for slower songs such as ballads and love songs -- it creates an emotion all its own. Use open-voiced arpeggios and 4-note straddles for the fullest and best sounds.
Piano Tip #2: Use crunches.
Instead of just playing a chord, roll the notes down from the top quickly to create an effect. You can do this on any chord, but do it sparingly -- certainly not all the time.
Piano Tip #3: Use "implied blue notes".
You know what a blue note is -- the flat 3rd, 5th, or 7th of any scale (used in the blues and jazz, etc.). Instead of striking the blue note, just slide off it quickly as you play a note or a chord. It gives a slightly "bluesy" effect without being obvious.
Piano Tip #4: Use a tri-tone chord substitution.
Instead of moving from a V7 chord to a I chord, do a half-step slide by playing the 7th chord 1/2 step above the target chord (the I chord). You'll notice that the 3rd of the V7 chord becomes the 7th of the substitute chord, while the 7th of the V7 chord becomes the 3rd of the substitute chord. (For an explanation of the mysterious tri-tone, click here).
Piano Tip #5: Use Walk-Ups in your left hand in octaves. Anytime a chord progression moves up a 4th, you can use a walk up. For example, if you see a chord progression like this: G7 C Since C is 4 scales notes above G, you can walk up the G scale in octaves until you play C. If the chord progression is F7 Bb, then you would walk up the F scale until you came to Bb. Anytime a chord progression moves up a 4th, you can use a walk up. For example, if you see a chord progression like this: G7 C Since C is 4 scales notes above G, you can walk up the G scale in octaves until you play C. If the chord progression is F7 Bb, then you would walk up the F scale until you came to Bb.
Piano Tip #6: Use Walk-Downs in your left hand in octaves.
This is just the reverse of the last tip, except you walk down a scale 5 notes instead of 4. For example if the chord progression is G7 C , you would play G - F - E - D - C in your left hand in octaves.
Piano Tip #7: Add one or more "color tones" to some of your chords
. Instead of playing a plain old vanila C chord, why not add some color to it by including a 6th or a major 7th or a major 9th? It will add flavor to any triad, and make your piano sound more unique and interesting. (But don't overdue it -- just as you can add too much salt to your meal and ruin it, you can overuse color tones too.)
Piano Tip #8: Add some "passing tones" to your songs.
Passing tones are non-chordal tones such as 7ths and 9ths and 6ths that "pass through" the harmony of the song, creating movement. They create movement and interest and help move the song down the tracks. (If you don't know how to create passing tones, check out
"How To Create Passing Tones To Add Interest & Motion To Your Songs"
Piano Tip #9: Start playing in public as soon as you can.
You will probably protest "But I'm not ready yet!" just like I did when I got started. And of course, you are probably correct -- you may not be ready yet. But by playing in public you will advance so much faster than if you just always play for yourself. There is something about knowing other people are listening that motivates a person to improve rapidly. I had several very embarrasing experiences when I was just getting started, but I wouldn't trade them now for anything because those experiences got me in gear to figure out what I was doing wrong in a hurry. So get in a group, play for church, play at a retirement home -- anywhere, but just get started.
Piano Tip #10: Play along with your favorite artists.
I used to do this by the hour and it really paid off for me. I remember back in high school days I was in a practice room "playing" the piano along with a record (we didn't have CDs or IPODs then) of Erroll Garner playing "Misty". What I was doing was imitating the sounds I heard as best I could, but my playing sounded more like a trash can being emptied than it did music. Don, a friend of mine and also a piano player, came in the room and said "Shinn -- what in the world do you think you're doing?" -- and I didn't blame him -- it sounded terrible. But you know what? After a couple solid years of doing that, I got the hang of it and my playing actually started to resemble the records I had been playing along with. It's hard work, but it's fun, and there are big rewards down the road if you hang in there.
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I received a fascinating email from a visitor to my website from Kazakhstan in which he described a rare ancient zodiac charm in his possession.
The Chinese zodiac is based on a twelve year cycle with an animal having unique qualities representing each year. The zodiac charm discussed here has the animals displayed on one side. The other side has a Chinese inscription and symbols including several swastikas.
The visitor’s story is so interesting that I am going to let him speak for himself:
“Actually my interest in zodiac charms has appeared because I have one. One great archaeologist gifted it to my grandfather many years ago. It was found around 1940-1950 in the Southern Kazakhstan. Photos of mine charm are attached to this mail. It’s size is 43 mm in diameter, 2mm – thickness. It is made of bronze.
“Our national institute of archeology have carefully viewed this charm and have stated that it’s age seems to be about 1st. century BCE. As I’ve discovered from your web site, it was the period of occurrence of such kind of charms (Han Dynasty), and the rise of popularity of them was few ages later till Ming Dynasty.
“One interesting thing about my charm is that the statements in Chinese on the front side of it are translated as follows: “The first one”, “The honorable”, “The noble”, or “I’m the noble”, “I’m the first”, “I’m the honorable”. Our scientists say, that it is possible, that this charm was owned by some powerful person, or family chief, etc. As it was stated on your web site, there were a great numbers of charms, depicting different purposes: for good luck, for marriage, for some other purposes. Basing on such type of categories, I’m concluding, that my charm appears to be the charm of “power”, or the charm of “gentility”. Did you ever hear about charms of “power” or “gentility”?
“As you’ve quoted, the practical reason of the square holes in charms is that they were put on the square metal rod to remove the extra metal on the rim of the coins. By isn’t is a technological development for cutting the extra metal? I mean that maybe first coins and charms didn’t have any square holes, and only after technological development, the holes appeared as we can see them? This hypothesis corresponds to the age of my charm – 1 st. century BCE, when the process of making metal coins and charms was just developing, so that’s why my charm doesn’t have any square holes. What do you think of it? Or I might be mistaken?”
The pertinent parts of my reply follow:
“None of my Chinese reference books discuss any charm quite like yours. It may very well have originated in the ancient lands of Kazakhstan and therefore have distinctive characteristics particular to that region of the world.
“I am not familiar with charms of “power”. However, there were tallies, such as the famous “tiger tallies”, used in ancient China as symbols of authority. Perhaps your charm had a similar purpose.
“The very first Chinese money did not have holes in the middle. In fact, they were not even round and did not resemble coins as we know them. They were based on implements such as shovels and knives.
“I should have mentioned in my first message that another reason ancient Chinese coins had a hole in the center was that their value was fairly low (especially compared to gold, silver and jade) and to make purchases a person needed to use many coins. The hole in the middle facilitated carrying the coins because the coins could be placed on a string. A typical “string” of cash coins might have 100 or 1,000 coins.
“Early charms tended to be modeled after coins and therefore most had a square or round hole in the center. The charm could be worn around the neck as a necklace or hung from the waist. However, there was no need to carry a large number of charms on a string so, unlike coins, the hole in the center was not really needed. As is the case with your charm, a number of charms were made as pendants to be worn.
“This is the practical reason why most Chinese coins and charms have square holes.
“There is a philosophical reason for the square hole as well. The Chinese believed that heaven was a “circle” and the earth was a “square”.
“Thank you again for providing the background and images of your zodiac charm. It is a real treasure.”


Rebecca has recently joined Hutton’s and works within the business and property department.
Prior to joining Hutton’s Rebecca gained experience within Personal Injury and Credit Hire matters for a large international law firm and worked her way through the CILEX programme before qualifying as a solicitor.
As part of the business services department Rebecca acts for clients in a wide range of litigation matters and across the fields of contract, property and personal injury.
Outside of her professional time Rebecca has a passion for musicals and Irish dancing. In her spare time Rebecca enjoys spending time with her friends and family; she is a keen runner and enjoys taking part in charity events and has recently completed the 10K for Kidney Wales


This is a 5" x 7" professionally-framed print of my pen-and-ink drawing. It is printed with pigment-based ink on archival-quality, 100-lb Bristol board. The original is 11" x 14", and is part of the permanent art collection at Duluth's City Hall. Dedicated in 2007, Duluth's City Hall is located on Main Street of the historic downtown area, and is adjacent to Duluth's Town Green. Framed dimensions are 7.5" x 9.5". The wooden frame is finished with paper backing, D-rings, wire, and is ready to hang.
Duluth City Hall - Framed 5x7 Print of Ink Drawing
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Welcome to the Holiday Ornament Swap 2011!
Today is the beginning of sign ups, the sign up window will close on Sunday, November 6th.
The guidelines are simple:
1. Sign up for the swap by sending an email with the following information to: email@example.com
- FULL MAILING ADDRESS
- web or blog address link (only one site please)
2. you'll receive an email with the addresses of 5-10 other swap partners to send your ornaments to.
If you would like to share photos of the ornaments you make and receive, please do so in the flickr group: http://www.flickr.com/groups/holidayornamentswap2011/
You will need a flickr account to upload photos. A flickr account is free and easy to set up.
Will my address be on the internet anywhere?
~No. The only people who will receive your address are the people you are swapping with.
What about shipping costs?
~You are responsible for shipping costs for your ornaments...just as others are paying to ship ornaments to you.
****A note on international shipping****
If you package your ornaments accordingly, shipping prices really aren't that much different considering the weight of your ornament. Be sure to read your countries shipping policies as well.