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My friends Jason and Mandi are having a baby sooner than they had expected. We had talked about doing some pregnancy shots a while ago and we finally got a chance to take a few pictures at our cookout at Buckeye Lake. I can't take credit for the hands shaped like a heart idea, but it is pretty neat.
strobist info:
flash camera right through a white umbrella at 1/4 power.
This photo made it into Explore on August 3rd 2008. It reached as high as #122.
I never expected to love this doll so much. I expected her size would be difficult for me to adjust to, but she's is so easy to photograph.
My mom had made the banner for the shower. Basket, knitted blankets, crewelwork tapestry all thrifted. Tim refinished the floors and painted the walls.
awaiting his arrival, a post here
RICHMOND, Calif., - More than 300 volunteers are expected to roll-up their sleeves to rebuild the aging John F. Kennedy Park into a community gem. The City of Richmond, in partnership with The Trust for Public Land, is championing the one-day community-build park project in the City’s Park Plaza neighborhood, which will also include the installation of more than neighborhood trees in celebration of Arbor Day.
Built in 1968, the seven-acre park will be renovated to meet the changing needs of today’s park users and bring multiple benefits to the neighborhood. The project and process is a catalyst of a new era for park revitalization and cross-sector partnerships.
“I’ll be there with a wheel barrel and ready to work,” said Mayor Tom Butt who’s a strong supporter of expanding the City’s urban park footprint. “I applaud the commitment of the neighborhood residents who have been working with our urban planners to redesign the park into something we can all be proud of.”
Since April 2015, more than 400 community members have joined in the participatory process to design the park improvements. Together, they are helping shape future programs aimed at improving quality of life and providing connections to meaningful, safe, beautiful outdoor spaces for people of all ages.
“Our park has been underutilized for many years for a variety of reasons,” says Madalyn Law, President of the Park Plaza Neighborhood Council. “The rebuild of JFK Park gives our neighbors an opportunity to use the park again in a more positive environment with new features designed for all ages to come together for health and wellness and fun in the outdoors.
Generously funded and technically supported by The Trust for Public Land, the new design will feature a family zone with a children’s playscape, offering a fun environment designed to enhance youth's imagination around play, and build positive childhood memories. The park will be the home of the City of Richmond’s first Fitness ZoneTM and fitness trail. Together, the fully-accessible and senior-friendly fitness zone and the fitness trail encourage area residents to meet in the park and support one another in healthy lifestyle choices and strengthening social ties.
“Every Richmond resident deserves a quality park within walking distance from their home,” said Gina Fromer, The Trust for Public Land California State Director. “Good parks make neighborhoods healthy and whole.”
Other park improvements include a community garden, the installation of energy efficient LED lights, a 5,000 square foot mural, and a rain garden.
“With the new improvements going into the park, I have no doubt that it will be a community treasure for generations to come,” said Mayor Butt. “Open space that has a mix of passive and active use and is appropriate for different age groups means everyone in our community will be able to enjoy it.”
The upcoming volunteer action is part of the City’s on-going commitment to invest in its neighborhoods. Earlier this year, more than 100 volunteers came together to rebuild the softball field in an event sponsored by O.C. Jones & Sons, beginning a powerful movement for change in the neighborhood.
Chevron is providing funding for the Chevron STEM Learning Center and Community Plaza, which will provide a teaching space for local schools to use to explore science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), as well as a picnic pavilion for residents to enjoy.
“We are proud to partner with the City of Richmond on this park project, which will help spark interest in STEM for students at neighboring schools,” said Kory Judd, general manager of the Chevron Richmond Refinery. “The John F. Kennedy Park provides a unique opportunity for our neighbors and students to enjoy the park space and explore STEM education in a park setting.”
In addition to the community-build park event, the public is invited to visit The 50 Tour: Champions of the Bay presented by Chevron. The tour will feature the eight Vince Lombardi trophies from the Oakland Raiders and San Francisco 49ers and a guest appearance by an NFL legend. It will also feature the Chevron STEM Zone, an interactive learning space that demonstrates how STEM fuels innovation all around us – through the lens of football.
"I've been a proud resident of the south east community for over 40 years and it's wonderful that some of our requested neighborhood improvements are coming to fruition," said Naomi Williams, President of the Pullman Neighborhood Council. "With the park improvements and the reopening of the Richmond Swim Center, we are seeing a south east renaissance."
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RICHMOND, Calif., - More than 300 volunteers are expected to roll-up their sleeves to rebuild the aging John F. Kennedy Park into a community gem. The City of Richmond, in partnership with The Trust for Public Land, is championing the one-day community-build park project in the City’s Park Plaza neighborhood, which will also include the installation of more than neighborhood trees in celebration of Arbor Day.
Built in 1968, the seven-acre park will be renovated to meet the changing needs of today’s park users and bring multiple benefits to the neighborhood. The project and process is a catalyst of a new era for park revitalization and cross-sector partnerships.
“I’ll be there with a wheel barrel and ready to work,” said Mayor Tom Butt who’s a strong supporter of expanding the City’s urban park footprint. “I applaud the commitment of the neighborhood residents who have been working with our urban planners to redesign the park into something we can all be proud of.”
Since April 2015, more than 400 community members have joined in the participatory process to design the park improvements. Together, they are helping shape future programs aimed at improving quality of life and providing connections to meaningful, safe, beautiful outdoor spaces for people of all ages.
“Our park has been underutilized for many years for a variety of reasons,” says Madalyn Law, President of the Park Plaza Neighborhood Council. “The rebuild of JFK Park gives our neighbors an opportunity to use the park again in a more positive environment with new features designed for all ages to come together for health and wellness and fun in the outdoors.
Generously funded and technically supported by The Trust for Public Land, the new design will feature a family zone with a children’s playscape, offering a fun environment designed to enhance youth's imagination around play, and build positive childhood memories. The park will be the home of the City of Richmond’s first Fitness ZoneTM and fitness trail. Together, the fully-accessible and senior-friendly fitness zone and the fitness trail encourage area residents to meet in the park and support one another in healthy lifestyle choices and strengthening social ties.
“Every Richmond resident deserves a quality park within walking distance from their home,” said Gina Fromer, The Trust for Public Land California State Director. “Good parks make neighborhoods healthy and whole.”
Other park improvements include a community garden, the installation of energy efficient LED lights, a 5,000 square foot mural, and a rain garden.
“With the new improvements going into the park, I have no doubt that it will be a community treasure for generations to come,” said Mayor Butt. “Open space that has a mix of passive and active use and is appropriate for different age groups means everyone in our community will be able to enjoy it.”
The upcoming volunteer action is part of the City’s on-going commitment to invest in its neighborhoods. Earlier this year, more than 100 volunteers came together to rebuild the softball field in an event sponsored by O.C. Jones & Sons, beginning a powerful movement for change in the neighborhood.
Chevron is providing funding for the Chevron STEM Learning Center and Community Plaza, which will provide a teaching space for local schools to use to explore science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), as well as a picnic pavilion for residents to enjoy.
“We are proud to partner with the City of Richmond on this park project, which will help spark interest in STEM for students at neighboring schools,” said Kory Judd, general manager of the Chevron Richmond Refinery. “The John F. Kennedy Park provides a unique opportunity for our neighbors and students to enjoy the park space and explore STEM education in a park setting.”
In addition to the community-build park event, the public is invited to visit The 50 Tour: Champions of the Bay presented by Chevron. The tour will feature the eight Vince Lombardi trophies from the Oakland Raiders and San Francisco 49ers and a guest appearance by an NFL legend. It will also feature the Chevron STEM Zone, an interactive learning space that demonstrates how STEM fuels innovation all around us – through the lens of football.
"I've been a proud resident of the south east community for over 40 years and it's wonderful that some of our requested neighborhood improvements are coming to fruition," said Naomi Williams, President of the Pullman Neighborhood Council. "With the park improvements and the reopening of the Richmond Swim Center, we are seeing a south east renaissance."
6 Tiny Cultural Differences to Expect in China - by Laura Grace Tarpley
When you move to teach English in China China, there are plenty of huge cultural differences to adjust to. A collectivistic culture. A hierarchical society. The importance of saving face.
There are also countless tiny cultural difference between China and Western countries. Preparing for these changes will not only make your transition easier, it will also impress the Chinese people you cross paths with in your everyday life. When we travel, most arguments and tensions can be chalked up to cultural misunderstandings. If you know what you’re getting into, you’ll better understand your Chinese acquaintances.
1. Staring
Growing up in America, I was taught that it’s rude to stare at people.
In China, staring is socially acceptable. As a foreigner, locals ogle at you. A lot. People gawk at me when I do something as normal as walking down the street. They even sneak photos of me. (I say “sneak.” They’re not as sly as they think they are.) The times I’ve done things out of the ordinary, such as crying my eyes out in public or having my hair dyed pink, you can guarantee everyone was watching.
Don’t be freaked out when you’re getting unwanted attention. Although I know people are always watching me, I never feel in danger.
2. Taking off Shoes
In China, it’s respectful to take off your shoes before entering another person’s home. Usually, the person offers you a pair of house shoes to keep you comfortable.
People even remove their shoes before walking into their own apartments. While this ritual initially struck me as tedious and silly, eventually it hit me that the streets in China aren’t usually as clean as those in America. It’s actually much more sanitary to remove shoes before walking around one’s home. I would never even consider wearing my shoes, then propping my feet up on the sofa in China. Gross!
3. Drinking Water
First of all, it’s unsanitary to drink tap water in China. This isn’t too much of an inconvenience however, because bottled water is cheap and readily accessible. Also, you’ll probably discover that your office has its own water cooler.
Second, Chinese people don’t like drinking cold beverages, even when it’s hot outside. They always drink hot water or tea. If you’re at a restaurant and ask for water, they serve it to you hot. If you want a glass of ice water, order “yībēi bīng shuǐ,” and the server will accommodate you.
4. Drinking on Public Transportation
While buses are lenient about eating and drinking on board, the metro system is pretty strict. In Mainland China, bottled water is allowed, but you’d better not try to sneak some coffee or soda. I live in Shenzhen, and if a policeman catches you drinking on the metro, he can fine you up to 500 yuan.
In places like Taiwan, not even water is permissible. On a recent trip to Taipei, my husband had a cold, so he carried a bottle of water with him. Every time he took a swig on the metro, a citizen publicly scolded him.
On the plus side, metro cars are very clean as a result of this rule.
5. Hugging
Hugging is not common in China. I hug my female co-teachers under special circumstances, or if we’ve had a few drinks. However, co-ed hugs are almost unheard of. My husband and I both have several close female Chinese friends. If he tries to hug them, even in front of me, they reject the gesture because it’s viewed as improper.
This cultural difference may not seem like a big deal, but it’s been difficult for us. We are major huggers!
6. Talking Loudly
China has a loud culture. In America, we generally try to keep noise in public to a minimum. When our cell phone rings in the office or at a restaurant, we step out of the room or whisper, out of respect to others.
Talking loudly on the phone is not perceived as disrespectful in China. No one whispers. If anything, they yell into the phone to make sure they’re heard. Eventually, you learn to tune it out.
Test of a new feature of my graphics program. I'm trying to find a way to minimize colors of an image via HSL processing. While this test didn't do what I expected it to do, the result was "interesting"...
The source image is from Cassini and is of Titan and Dione in front of Saturn's rings.
My sister is expecting a boy in May. We decided to take some shots for the baby book. This is my favorite, only editing I did was softened the picture a bit.
St Andrew, Walpole St Andrew, Norfolk
It had been twelve full years since I'd last visited Walpole St Andrew, and as I cycled down the dog-legging lanes from Terrington St Clement I wondered what to expect. The entwined villages of Walpole St Andrew and Walpole St Peter lie together on the edge of the marshland, looking across the Nene towards the Cambridgeshire fens more than to the rest of Norfolk really. The two church towers rise out of a sea of scrubby suburban estates.
It is St Peter that attracts visitors, but in almost any other village in northern Europe, St Andrew would be much better known, and a draw for tourists. However, as it sits barely a mile from one of the grandest and most important churches in England, we can be forgiven for not beating a path to it. As it is, we would think this a big church if it were not for its neighbour, and St Andrew can beat St Peter in being wholly Perpendicular, a purer, later Perpendicular that is a result of the mid-15th century and a couple of crisp late 19th/early 20th century restorations. There are aisles, there is a clerestory. The rood turret spires and sanctus bell turret echo its neighbour. The gorgeous red-brick and stone tower has a little room built into the south-western buttress, which may have been a roadside shrine. There is another little door set in the south of the tower.
It all sounds lovely, but when I'd visited in 2005 I found that St Andrew had fallen on hard times. It had been declared redundant and placed in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust. The congregation had decamped to St Peter, and St Andrew now had the authentic CCT feel, cleared of clutter, the interior seemly, if a bit grubby. The most striking feature of the interior was that the stone of the arcades, chancel step and pulpit base was heavily eroded. This is not unique; you will find it in several other churches, including a few in Norfolk, but St Andrew is probably the most famous example. An architect's report pointed to rising damp as the cause, but of course all medieval churches have rising damp. Probably, it is the result of a combination of the nature of the stone, the damp, and exposure to salt in the air - probably, the church spent years roofless.
My other main memory was of how difficult the keyholder had been, insisting I return the key within ten minutes, and that there had been no less than five locks on the door. I thought this was overdoing it a bit. After all, there is very little inside that would be stealable, so I couldn’t see the point in having even one lock, let alone five. When I wrote about this, however, I received a rather snooty e-mail from someone in the Churches Conservation Trust putting me in my place. Among other things, it told me that this is the most heavily vandalised of all their properties, which perhaps tells you a lot of what you need to know about this part of Norfolk.
Approaching from the north-west, the church looked lovely in its open graveyard, although the dilapidation of the exterior rendering seemed to warn of what might be inside. However, the church was open, and there were CCT banners outside, hooray! But when I stepped inside it was to discover that a public meeting had just begun. The lead from the south aisle roof had recently been stolen (so much for the locks), and some representatives from the CCT were explaining to a group of villagers quite how much work needed to be done.
Beyond them, I could see that the church was in a dreadful state, far worse than in 2005. The floor had gone completely at the east end of both arcades, and the bases of the pillars were cordoned off and exposed. As I wandered around I could hear that the village was being presented with an ultimatum, more or less - either you raise money to save this church, or you're going to lose it to being a ruin. This has always been a difficult one for the CCT, and it looks like remaining so.
If you ignore the distraction of the erosion, decay and impending dereliction, you find inside St Andrew the elements of a typical East Anglian village church - indeed, it could be used as a teaching example. The 15th century font has quatrefoils and shields, the pulpit is 17th century with a preacher's hourglass, the west gallery survives, there are even some rustic benches. There are some curious alcoves which may be associated with a shrine in the nave.
The stained glass is good of its kind. In the south aisle, a late Heaton, Butler & Bayne window depicts the three Marys meeting the angel at the empty tomb in a pleasing Arts & Crafts style. The east window is more interesting, the work of Arthur Moore who was parish priest of neighbouring Walpole St Peter. A highly skilled amateur glass designer and maker, there are a number of his windows in Ely cathedral. This window depicts the crucifixion, and one cannot help notice the long legend along the bottom, IT IS FINISHED, which may serve as a warning to the parish.
Heavens knows what will happen to this church. I won't leave it twelve years this time before I go back and find out.
My monthly walk guided by Roy Hazel & accompanied by Keith Hughes & Bramble. Today the walk was about 12 Hazel miles in weather much better than expected from the forecast. It did start off dismally at Coombe Hill NT carpark about 8.30am but the amazing pollarded trees and bluebells here soon put us in high spirits. Heading South through High Scrub & Dunsmore, turning West eventually at Cobblershill Farm passing along a cunningly hidden path into Hampdenleaf Wood, at the far side briefly stopping for Sheila's bread pudding & a hot drink while enjoying the peaceful vale ahead, gradually being bathed in sunlight, revealing a Brown Hare standing still in the middle of a field of wheat. Across the valley we encountered an odd structure, part church, part medieval building, Little Hampden Church. Over the west side of this ridge and through a bluebell swathed copse across the Prestwood to Askett road & up across wheat and pine wood (passing a large Wellingtonia) to Hampden House in bright sunshine greeted by the sounds of demented barking from beyond a tall Laurel hedge. Giving the house HAHA a slight birth we turned north west up the tree lined avenue & then diagonally across a very stunted & dry field of wheat towards Barnes Grove where realised we should turn NE along Grim@s Dyke & the edge Kingsfield Wood & on into Knighton's Hill Wood, then around Green Hailey Farm leading into the steep descent of Whiteleaf Hill, still in brilliant sunshine, to the welcoming sign of The Red Lion for a refreshing pint of Aylesbury Pale Ale taken outside as we watched a steady stream of AT Bikers struggling past with a clicking of cogs & a lot of puffing. we all agreed one pint was adequate & off we set again across a cricket pitch where members of the team were praying to Mohammed before play, then through a pristine golf course and eventually up the long slog through Grangelands & Rifle Range BBOWLT nature reserve to the foot of Pulpit Hill where a quick bite was taken sat amongst the prickles of a cleared Blacthorn scrub. It was a long & winding plod through Pulpit & Pond Woods down in sight of Chequers through more stunning masses of Bluebells down to across the same road crossed earlier and through yet another field of wheat (this looked much healthier) up to Buckmoorland & up a never-ending sunken lane in dappled sun up to Goodmerhill Wood & on through Fugsdon Wood, eventually regaining the trail that we had descended 7 or so hours earlier. The scene had changed since 8.30am, now heaving with cars, children and dogs. Ditching our rucksacks we staggered a few hundred yards to The Monument to wonder at the view and how far we could see across several counties, even to Kings Wood on the Greensand Ridge. So safe home very weary but all agreed a great walk, certainly the best so far this year. My thanks already given to Roy & Keith, I should like to add thanks to Sheila for her sustaining bread pudding and to Bramble for all her encouragement as I staggered at the rear when every 10 minutes or so she would rush down to find where I was and after a swift pat rushed back to inspect the trail ahead. :)
So a walk today around Stoke Row in Oxfordshire and I wasn't expecting to find this vintage Scammell Lorry.
Expecting my first son, in the ninth month.
Budapest, Szilágyi Dezső téri templom előtt
Camera Exa 500. By Feri
Carrocería/Bodywork: Castrosua City Versus
Chassis: MAN NG363F (A24)
Lote/Batch info: 3/4 - 6 total (738-743)
Matricula/Plate: 8785-KJZ
Longitud/Length: 18m
Servicio/Service: 2018 - En curso/Ongoing
Info (SP): Este vehiculo forma parte del tercer lote adquirido por Guaguas Municipales de Castrosua MAN City Versus de 18 metros. Esta remesa, y su sucesora, generaron controversia al no venir en la ya asentada gama New City, puesto que se asume que el hecho de todavía presentarse en la gama City Versus se decidio para ahorrar coste.
Info (EN): This vehicle belongs to the third 18m long MAN Castrosua City Versus batch purchased by Guaguas Municipales. This batch, as well as the one after, would bring some controversy as it was expected for them to wear the now established New City body from Castrosua. it is believed they remained under the discontinued City Versus body for the sole purpose of cost-saving
From ESPNU - When two of the nation's top three-ranked squads square off, a fantastic game with a fantastic finish can be expected. That's exactly what the fans at Blake Arena saw when FAB 50 No. 1 St. Patrick (Elizabeth, N.J.) took on No. 3 Findlay Prep (Henderson, Nev.) in the marquee contest of the Hoophall Classic in Springfield, Mass., on Monday...St. Patrick was down 42-34 at the half, but used a scintillating second-half performance from Duke-bound point guard Kyrie Irving to get back in the game. He scored on a variety of jump shots and acrobatic moves in the lane, but it was two free throws by Irving with one second left that put the Celtics in position to tie the game and force overtime...With St. Patrick trailing 71-69, Irving nailed the first, but the game-tying free throw was off target. Teammate Michael Gilchrist, who was nursing knee and ankle injuries, came up with the offensive rebound, but had his put back attempt blocked by a trio of swarming Findlay Prep defenders as the buzzer sounded. With its 71-70 victory, coach Michael Peck's club from Findlay Prep (22-1) will move up to No. 2 in the next ESPN RISE FAB 50 Rankings. The No. 3 ranked Pilots lost by one point to current No. 2 Northland (Columbus, Ohio), which is set to take over the top spot in the national rankings following Saturday's win over No. 9 Oak Hill Academy at the Hoophall Classic...Irving, the No. 6 player in the ESPNU 100 and a Mr. Basketball USA candidate, finished with a game-high 30-points for St. Patrick (10-1). Findlay Prep's counter part at the point guard position, Cory Joseph, finished with a team-high 23-points, on 8-of-16 shooting, with nine boards. Joseph, ranked No. 30 in the ESPNU 100, is another Mr. Basketball USA candidate. He battled leg cramps in the second half after scoring 16-points and helping his team build a first half cushion...It was uncertain if Gilchrist, the No. 1 prospect in the ESPNU Super 60, was going to play in this game after suffering a knee injury in a game against Union (Union, N.J.) on Jan. 5. Gilchrist gave a valiant effort and even made contributions after suffering a sprained ankle in the first quarter. He finished with 19 points...Findlay Prep forward Tristan Thompson finished with eight points before fouling out, but wing Nick Johnson picked up the scoring slack for his Texas-bound teammate with 16 points. Johnson is the nephew of former Boston Celtic guard Dennis Johnson and the son of California playground legend "Jumping" Joey Johnson...Monday's marquee at the Hoophall Classic was a matchup of two great point guards and two great teams, but unfortunately time ran out on St. Patrick, which suffered its first loss on the year.
Shot at ISO 3200, Aperture of 2.8, Shutter speed of 1/320 and Focal Length of 70.0 mm
Taken with a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM (SAL-2470Z) lens and processed by Adobe Photoshop Lightroom on Wednesday January-20-2010 08:31 EST AM
Expecting the southbound, but the northbound appeared first coming out of what is called Tunnel 28. Kept hearing its horn in the distance and it sounded like it was coming from the south, but I thought it might be the SB echoing off the hills. Managed to totally screw up the other shots of it coming out of the tunnel by not keeping the tunnel fully in frame. Still making rookie mistakes with trains. Decent lighting here. Maybe railpictures worthy, but it could have been zoomed out a little.
Here is one on there already. Same engine even.
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I was expecting Hezbollah's rally to be a gathering of black-robed radicals screaming 'Death to America', Death to Israel, shaking their fists in rage. Instead, I found women, some veiled, some not, families kids and balloons. If you ignored the inflammatory content of the speeches (which I could because they were delivered in Arabic), the whole rally was similar to the Million Mom March
We were expecting to get around 600 bales from our field. However, it turned out to be around 1000 bales.... We are moving these with my little trailer which holds 35 bales at a time....
We are very thankful to my very fit neighbour, who can just about be seen standing in front of Mike, who treated this like a workout & tossed the bales on top of the trailer.
We have moved around 300 bails today - only another 700 to go.....
I wasn't expecting to find this pub hidden next to The Alex. But was aware of it due to it also being owned by the owners of the Jekyll & Hyde on Steelhouse Lane.
The Victoria dates to 1883 by Thomson Plevins, cheerful and eclectic. Ground floor altered probably by Watson & Johnson, 1908. Doorways with curly broken pediments, inset canted bays. Good ironwork grille with rosette on the corner.
From Pevsner Architectural Guides: Birmingham by Andy Foster.
The pubs website says that it is late 19th century theatre pub, has loads of character and legend has it, has its own ghost.
The bridge from the John Madin Design Group is on the left of the pub.
Fallout 4 - "A Christmas Greeting" - Pip-Boy/Photo/Postcard
by The Game Tips And More Blog
(Ultra Settings in-game capture with added Border, Vignette, Text and Effects)
The Pip-Boy overlay used for this image was captured in-game with the ULTRA graphic Video Setting, with the screen area 'cut out'. I then captured a Christmas scene in-game on Dec.25th (in-game time) with Codsworth next to the tree in Diamond City. I then emulated some Pip-Boy-style text with a free font (Bitstream Vera Sans, the Public Domain version) and added a 'screen output' effect by simply erasing every other row in The GIMP [now called just GIMP?]. Adding some Christmas-style overlays (free light style wallpapers) and a 'fisheye' effect to make it look more like it is on a curved screen finished the effect. As always, it was seemingly simple to think of, but took longer than expected to complete the composition (a day late for Xmas, heh). Merry Christmas anyway!
[I’m having a ton of fun with Fallout 4, which was a gift from My Better Half - even though I am mainly just building up my Settlements (as opposed to actually getting the Main Storyline Quest(s) done)... ]
Game Material by Bethesda Game Studios (bgs.bethsoft.com)
Captured and Edited by Troy from The Game Tips And More Blog
No matter what holiday you may be celebrating, no matter how many games you may be playing (or wishing for)... Merry Christmas to you and yours.
Sincerely,
Troy from The Game Tips And More Blog
The last thing I'd expected to find at an event like this: a DAF 33! I never knew any of these had made it to the US or that they even existed as pickups.
My parents had the normal DAF 33.
For those not familiar with the brand: DAF is Van Doorne's Auto Fabriek or Van Doorne's Car Factory, a Dutch car manufacturer. They made trucks and cars. The truck division still exists under the DAF name (owned by PACCAR) but the car division was bought by Volvo in the 70's. The Volvo 340 was meant to be the DAF 77.
These cars were some of the first to use a variable transmission using drive belts. The belts on early models weren't very reliable and the cars were said to have 'suspenders-drive'.
As a result of this transmission system the cars could go as fast in reverse as they could forward. That meant they has their own class in the Reverse Racing events we had in Holland in the 80's. At the same event we also had Caravan races long before anyone had heard of Top Gear.
Warning: lots of cars were killed in the making of this video: