Finding The Right One

By Joy Jackson


Going into a store that sells cards with valentines day card messages or the right valentines day card sayings in them that suit the way you feel is not that easy. Yes, they all may be inclined to give the same message, which is usually "be my valentine" or "I love you, will you be mine?" kind of thing. Same old!

Same old! Where has the romance gone, where has the pure openhearted poetry gone, and is there no more serenading anymore or making a fool of yourself for the love of someone else? Where have all the stupid Cupid's arrows gone or have they all just vaporized with the change of the ways of the world? Has verbalizing your love for someone publicly gone with the wind for the fear of embarrassment?

These kits will most likely come with a glue stick, many different hearts in different colors and sizes, glitter, and other items to put on Valentine's Day cards. Trying to be blatant but also subtle, yet not too overpowering to scare the want to be valentine away is sort of difficult and your words should be thought of way before the time in order to review them every now and again before the D day, or V day arrives with the perfect valentines day card messages written permanently forever and ever, as if they were cast in stone. The easiest way to get your valentines day card messages across, without chasing the person away would be the humorous way. Not dry, not overwhelming, just subtly as a joke, this way it would seem no one may get hurt if there is a rejection going to take place.

One great craft for Valentine's Day are little love bugs. Sending a text message with a picture attached via a cell phone nowadays can do the same thing instead of having to go look and find the perfect card for the perfect person who you want to spend some perfect time with in your over fantasized perfect imagination.

Most of these craft kits come with molds for the candy as well as adorable papers to wrap the candy in.




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The 5 Most Pricey Houses In The United States

By SueAnn T. Crenshaw


Ever thought about what $55 Million, $75 million, heck even $90 Million will buy you in Brevard County real estate these days? Well look no further. Zillow.com relayed the top 10 most pricey houses on the market in the country a few months back. While there's been only one sold, we thought we'd update the list and lay out the top five on the marketjust if you got the itch to live like a rock star!

The number one most dear home for sale in America is found in New York Town and is the Frank Woolworth Estate. This superb Fifth Avenue townhouse is the epitome of opulence at its finest moment. No detail has been spared on this residence that's almost 20,000 sq. feet in size.

For just $90 million, you can own this grand six-story residence with 10 bedrooms and 11.5 baths. In addition, you will be in a position to work out in your personal gymnasium before entertaining 49 of your nearest friends in your divine formal dining room. With huge fires are found throughout the house, no expense has been spared on the main points of the home or its furnishings. This is one of the most stylish houses you will ever see in your life.

Coming in at 2 is a palace like estate in Windermere, Florida that's suitably named Versailles. Still under assembly, this estate is the biggest single family home in a single place in the country. Located along Lake Servant, the home's design is reliant on the Royal Palace at Versailles.

Don't we all dream of living at Versailles? This 66,000+ square foot home offers formal gardens, a gate house with studio, and a huge kitchen together with a formal dining room which will seat 30 and an entire wing for the youngsters. If that doesn't quite do it for you, then perhaps the baseball field, 2 tennis courts bowling alley and indoor roller rink will be the main factor in not blinking at the $85 million ticket. Oh, if you would like it furnished then gear up to pony up $100 million! Talk about opulence. This house has it all. It is similar to a museum.

Heading out west, the third most costly home is one in Zephyr Cove, Nevada. Set on 210 acres along a personal lake setting, this home is 38,000 square foot home is boasts a formal living room that reminiscent of a five-star hotel lobby.

Together with the eight buildings that include the main house, a roadhouse, conservatory and stables, you will find an indoor gym fit for an Olympic sportsman, a basketball court and a 16 vehicle garage. Outside, a giant flagstone patio surrounded by lush greenery and tall, hovering pine trees, over looks Lake Tahoe and beautiful snow capped mountains in the distance. All this is often yours for just $75 million.

As we move back east to Water Mill, Manhattan, we will head to the Watermill Mansion. This gorgeous four acre waterfront estate offers a 20,000 square foot main residence with 8 bedrooms and 10 baths. Details like coffered ceilings, a double hearth staircase and stained glass ceilings from the 19th century are what make this house so breathtaking. Also, a diner grade kitchen, spa, sauna, gymnasium and home-based theatre round out the comforts available with this home. Finally, for wine fans, you will not find a more corrupt wine basement that rivals any top wine shop. At a ticket of $58.5 million, plan to have a room for everything!!

Lastly, we are going to head back out west to the most highly exclusive of exclusive areas in the country "Beverly Hills. The Wehba Mansion is a French Palladian estate with 9 bedrooms and 13 baths. In addition to a tennis court and pool pavilion, this estate has an unbelievable master suite with a massive dressing area, luxury baths and sitting room. One of the grandest parts of the house is the circular 2 story entranceway with luxurious skylight. This home was recently reduced to $55 million.

For those that can afford such luxuries, the world is your oyster. For a large price tag you can put whatever it is you want in a home.even a bowling alley! For the sellers, patience is a virtue. It could take time and several price reductions. But these homes will ultimately sell. The Spelling Estate in Beverly Hills. Did. The house listed for $150 million and eventually sold 10 months later for $85 million.




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Forthcoming New Hip Hop Artist

By Farah Fan


New Hip hop artist Pauley Perrette has worked for several years in television and film, mostly doing advertisements, voice-overs, music videos and short films. In 2001, as a recurring character introduced in Season 2 of Special Unit 2, she played Alice Cramer, the Unit's public relations person. She then landed her current role, playing Abby Sciuto, an odd forensic scientist, on NCIS, a TV series based on the Naval Criminal Investigative Service. Perrette's initial appearances as the character were on two episodes of JAG aired in spring of 2003 that offered as a backdoor pilot and introduced the characters. She has since came out as Abby in two 2009 episodes of NCIS: Los Angeles

She also appeared as a waiter at Cafe Nervosa in Frasier during season 4 and later guest appeared in season one of 24. She has made performances in a number of films, including The Ring and Almost Famous. In addition to acting, Perrette is a published poet, writer, photographer, and spoken-word performer, a lover of music of all kinds, and a zealous advocate for civil rights. In 2007, she produced a documentary about U.S. civil rights attorney and author Mark Lane.

In 2005 interview with Craig Ferguson, the host of The Late, Late Show, and Perrette said she has an ongoing crime passion. She was an undergrad student in sociology, psychology, and criminal science. She started out her master's degree in criminal science before ending up in the entertainment industry. She now plays a forensic researcher, her former career goal. In the January/February 2010 Performer Q Score, Perrette tied in the top 3 alongside Tom Hanks and Morgan Freeman. She had also been the only lady to make the top 10. Perette started out appearing in television commercials in late 2010.

The much adored and respectable, multi-platinum recording artist Darryl "DMC" McDaniels has released a "double sided" single, "Attention Please!"/"Rock Solid" from his upcoming album entitled Rock Solid. The song "Attention Please!" features Pauley Perrette, rock singer and star of the TV show NCIS - recently voted the number 1 most popular star on primetime television. Made by Mike 13, "Attention Please" showcases DMC's iconic powerhouse rap interspersed with Perrette's smoky vocal hooks. The song tells viewers to "do something please" - an action packed surge of Hip Hop and Rock positivity and passionate testament to the many non-profit causes that both McDaniels and Perrette hold close to their hearts, including advocating for the rights of children in foster care and promoting adoption.

New hip hop artist Perrette recorded her song, "Fear" under the name "Stop Making Friends". The song was recorded for NCIS: The Official TV Soundtrack which was launched on February 10, 2009. "Fear" was showcased in a Season 6 episode of NCIS. Prior to this, Perrette was the lead vocalist in the Los Angeles-based, all-female band Lo-Ball, using the stage name "Pauley P." A song by Lo-Ball, "Can't Get Me Down", can be heard within the movie Legally Blonde. Perrette appeared in "The Unnamed Feeling" video for heavy metal band Metallica from their album St. Anger. Recently, Perrette was the featured vocalist on a song called "Fire in Your Eyes" by B. Taylor, a Las Vegas based hip hop artist.




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The Effects Of Reality Rap On Teenagers

By Farah Fan


Reality rap is believed to have many influences in the culture and society today. It is a genre of rhythm and blues music that contains rhythmic vocals declaimed over musical accompaniment. The accompaniment usually includes electric drum beats combined with digitally isolated sound bites from other musical recordings. It's been classified as a cultural evolution of the Black oral tradition and contemporary resistance rhetoric. With time rap music has developed in many ways, especially its style and lyrical content.

It is thought to be the most controversial sub-genre of hip hop music because of its lyrical content and also the message the rapper is attempting to express. However, listeners of reality rap believed that it has deep political meaning. The outcomes of the increasing violent environment that the new political climate had made forced young blacks to face a less optimistic reality than the people who fought for equal opportunities had wished for.

As Glenn Collins explains, the effect of rap is now evident in the nation's language, music, fashion as well as advertising. Hip hop as we knew it had taken a significant change and to complicate things the music that was very controversial on the west coast had now become the hottest form of hip hop. It would be titled "Gangsta Rap" due to the fact that people who performed it were either in a gang, associated with gangs or rapped about gangs. Hip hop isn't just rapping, it's also Djing, break dancing and graffiti art. Others admire rap as an inventive manipulation of cultural idioms and credit a lot of rappers with an acute social and political awareness.

Rap music can be considered a style of art, and also a way for the rappers to express feelings by means of their words on paper. But, there are a number of rappers who get criticized for their lyrics. Rappers utilize certain lyrics in their music and individuals believed that it cause violence among the younger generations and reflects reality. People shouldn't censor the music just because of violent, vulgar as well as abusive messages it promotes to the entire world. There's a reason for these types of lyrics that rap artists use. Rap has been called one of the most essential music forces to come out in two decades. Its smashing beats and rhymes exploded on the streets of the urban America during the early 1980s and since become the theme music and lyrical heart of the vibrant youth culture.

Reality rap as a music is actually a hobby, and also a love for several young people nowadays. To claim that it can affect a healthy and normal teenager's behavior is ridiculous. An individual with all his/her screws in place cannot just listen to music and let it badly affect their behavior. Music could make you feel hopeless, angry, romantic, and so on, but music can't make you a violent person. The music you tune in to is based on your preferences. Just as you decide, you decide what your actions are. An average individual has complete discernment over their choices and actions.




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Fact Regarding Reality Rap

By Tyler Kennedy


Reality rap is considered to be the most controversial sub-genre due to its lyrical content plus the message that rap artists spread. However, it has also a deep political message. It expresses views on what is wrong in the society. Things like racism, human rights, as well as societal acceptance are among the topics being discuss. Rap artists through their music and composition are trying to call the interest of individuals to take action and put an end to all the practice of discrimination.

To know the reason as to why it exploded on the West-Coast of the US, it is very important to first understand how and where hip hop was born. Although research has found a link between preference for heavy metal or rap music and behavioral problems, drug or alcohol use, arrests and sexual promiscuity, these behavioral problems usually start before students start listening to rap or heavy metal, which indicates that the music doesn't cause behavioral problems or addiction. Instead, it implies that at-risk youth are more inclined to prefer heavy metal or rap music.

Rap music can be considered a style of art, and a way for the rap artists to convey feelings through their words on paper. Nevertheless, there are a number of rappers that get criticized for their own lyrics. Rappers use certain lyrics in their music and people believed that it causes violence among the younger generations and mirrors reality. People hould not censor the music simply because of violent, vulgar and abusive messages it promotes to everyone. There's a reason for these kinds of lyrics that rap artists utilize. Rap has been known as one of the most important music forces to emerge in 2 decades. Its pounding beats and rhymes exploded on the streets of the urban America in the early 80s and ever since then have become the theme music and lyrical heart of the energetic youth culture known as hip-hop.

There are many different types of rap artist. You'll find some who talk about money, a few discuss righteousness, and the list continues. Every rap artist has his very own way of expressing themselves. There are some that discuss their views about the society and their hopes to make the entire world better. From the earliest days of America, music has been a foundation of protests and clashes and movements. Music provided a voice for the disenfranchised and stirred individuals to fight injustice.

Reality rap although seemed too vulgar and deviant among other listener, individuals cannot deny the message it contains. Rappers symbolize individuals crying out for justice, peace, and acceptance. They might sound disrespectful, but others believe that it is how unhappy citizens express themselves towards their questionable society or government. Some people thought that reality rap has done a great deal to our planet; therefore our society has got better. Many men and women believe that rap music promotes violence and that it's negative to the society. While so much emphasis is placed on the detrimental effects of some rap music, there's little acknowledgment of rap's positive cultural contribution as well as social activism.




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Take a Look at the Rewards and Gains of the Sony 46ex710

By Guy Woodard


Some like their TV to display larger-than-life images. On the other hand, there are those who like it smaller. The Sony 46EX710 has a display panel measuring 46 inches, something that's not too small or too big. But even though it's smaller that some of today's market giants, this full HD television from the BRAVIA family packs in a lot of essential features.

One of the most noticeable things about its design is its slim profile which measures 75 millimeters only. Although it comes with a stand, chances are you will want to mount it on the wall to take advantage of its thinness. Such is done with the use of a compatible bracket, sold separately. Its weight (16.3 kilograms approximately) also makes it ideal for such task.

The secret behind its thinness is the type of back-lighting system employed: edge LED technology. Just like what the name suggests, the diodes are arranged along the borders of the display panel instead of all across at the back of it. What's more, this very feature helps use energy more efficiently but without compromising the picture quality at all. Your pocket will thank you each time the monthly electric bill arrives.

Capable of displaying full HD images is the display panel having a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. Aside from watching your everyday television programs, the unit is highly suitable for playing back high-definition movies as well as video games. No matter what you use the television for, fine tuning is made possible by the 12 different picture modes available.

A lot of televisions these days which sport slim profiles have trouble displaying sharp and judder-free images, especially when fast moving scenes are involved. To deal with this, Sony has used the 100HZ Motion-flow technology. Such doubles the number of frames displayed per second, thus getting rid of blurs and judders.

Creating your dream home entertainment system is made possible by the HDMI ports around amounting to 4. What's more, the BRAVIA Sync enables you to operate AV components hooked up to the TV by means of a single remote controller. This spares you from the headache of using several different remotes each time. There's also a USB port fitted onto the unit. Such lets you playback images, videos and audio files stored in your USB compatible device.

But of all the Sony 46EX710 features around, the most noteworthy is the capability to stream online videos. Now it's possible to use your television in watching clips and even movies available on the net. Also, the television is Wi-Fi ready. By purchasing a wireless dongle, you can maintain a clutter-free home as unnecessary wires are eliminated.




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Learn about the Qualities and Returns Concerning the Sony DSC-W310

By Lennie Robles


Taking pictures and capturing memories of all kinds is a process that is enjoyed by countless people around the world today. People that enjoy taking pictures often heavily focus on the camera in which they purchase to do so as it helps to fulfill a vital and integral role in being able to capture moments on film. People that are contemplating this specific item should know the various benefits of the Sony DSC-W310 to help suit their needs.

The Sony line of electronics is known to be filled with an impressive array of technological advancement and consumer based appeal to anyone interested today. This brand of technology is known to offer some of the highest quality products that are aimed at keeping people on the cusp of innovative technology. The line of cameras that are offered from this line are known to be quite impressive and advanced whenever they are being considered.

The Sony DSC W310 is one of the latest additions to the Sony family of cameras. This device is quickly growing in consumer based appeal which prompts many newer consumers to closely consider this model. Consumers that understand the features and benefits of this device are often able to make an effective purchasing decision.

One of the main and most attractive benefits this device offers is the ability to detect and freeze motion. Many pictures that occur in environments where activity is present are known to be blurry and complicated to deal with. This device helps prevent this motion issue from occurring prior to snapping the picture.

This is also a device that offers a lightweight portability to the owner. Many consumers find that cameras that are able to fit in a pocket and are lightweight are much more frequently used and easier to maintain. This specific device is very simple to cart around which adds to its overall appeal.

The screen that is offered is also known to be a great benefit of its use. The 2.3 sized screen is large enough to help review the pictures that were just taken and review previous photos with loved ones. There are also specific settings built in that allow for a unique and artistic showing of all photos taken.

Finally, the Sony DSC-W310 is very affordable to purchase. Affordability is always crucial to factor in as there are usually quite a few complications that could arise in making electronics purchases. This camera is on the lower end of the price scale and often provided by retailers at discounted prices.




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Dramatic Sweetheart Taffeta Beading Bridal Dresses - You Will Love

By Emon Xu


Wedding is among the most nostalgic moments which one would like to bear in mind usually. The wedding gowns would generally be selected with at most significance as everybody is extremely cautious that they need to appear appealing for all of the guests. It really is generally noticed that the bride's wedding dress is only a lot more appealing as it has numerous designs, varieties and patterns. The dresses for wedding are created based on location by these providers. The significant location of marriages where a bride wears a gown is either beach or church or gardens. With this fact the dresses for wedding are stitched to have a charm appear and grab the crowd's attention. The dresses for beaches are typically chiffon backless V neck gowns, beading bridal gowns, Lace tea length mini gowns.

For churches the dresses are mostly stitched with a long cathedral. These long cathedrals give an enchanting appear for the bride. Long ruffle cathedral empire, V neck satin cathedral, court mermaid bridal gown are few names with the dresses under this category. Gardens are very appropriate place for wearing vibrant color dresses. Lavender, maroon, cream, black gowns are largely worn. Bow strapless bridal dress, flower brief bridal gown, straps sweep sheath bridal are couple of varieties to be named.

Attributes dresses are often classified by style, by embellishment, by fabric, by neckline, and lastly by train. When classifying by style these are put in categories like classic and timeless dresses, chic and modern dresses, glamorous and dramatic wedding, and Chinese romantic bridal gowns. Around 600 to 300 dresses are out there under every single sort.

Even though classifying based on embellishment they are categorized as applique, embroidery, ruffles, sashes and beading. These wedding gowns look really fairly as they have plenty of perform more than it and give a wealthy appears. Based on the kind of fabric utilized it can be subdivided in to satin, taffeta, chiffon, lace, tulle, organza and charmeuse. Each of these categories in bridal dresses has about 500 to 1000 kinds in it.

According to the stitching kind and according to the neckline sort, wedding dresses are split up in to V neck, sweetheart, one shoulder , square , high neck and a lot more. These neck designs could be made use of to decide on the accessories made use of like the necklace as well as the hair designs. Finally the train will be the bunch of cloth utilized as a trail, back of the gown or frock. Based on this cathedral, chapel, semi-cathedral, sweep and such kinds of wedding gowns are designed.




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Find a Film Crew Job

By Cherise Jordan


If you want to be behind the scenes of a movie, then maybe a film crew job is for you. Being a part of the film crew has many advantages. You will be able to hang out with the big stars and maybe make it big yourself. Take a look at some of the jobs available for film crews and that you might be interested in.

This is a list of film crew job openings in your area and places that are hiring actors. You need to put in your information because it'll tell you the list of film crew jobs in your city. As a producer of a movie, you basically call the shots of everything where the movie is being made. A producer has to be involved in all the intricate details of not only producing the movie, but also the hiring and and costs. If you are in Illinois you can find chicago auditions.

You have the option to be a production manager as well to take care of all the little things, like budget, technology, and people, which makes a difference.

And you don't want anything to go wrong. The hardest thing for the production manager is to make sure that everything is in budget and on time. A couple other examples of film crew jobs is being the director or even the stunt coordinator. The director is basically responsible for all the creative elements of the movie. There are a lot of action films being made so a stunt coordinator will also fit well. Find baby casting calls if you have a little one on the way.

You can also start off on the film set by being an extra in a movie. Be sure to click the links in this article or author box so that you can find more information. Good luck with your career in the entertainment industry. Leave me an email and I will respond personally if you have any questions about film crew jobs or movie extra jobs. Thanks for taking the time to read this article.




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Precious Stones For Jewellery

By Owen Jones


People are fond of gemstones partly because they are expensive and partly because they are gorgeous. Gemstones have the particular quality of being able to reflect and sometimes even refract to make the stone sparkle.

Precious stones are also intended to express love and esteem. People also use them as a method of keeping wealth rather than putting the money in the bank, especially in Third World countries. However, investment jewellery and costume jewellery are not necessarily the same.

Individuals have their own favourite gemstones, but emeralds and diamonds are the most expensive stones and so are among the most well-liked. However,deep blue sapphires and opals are also hugely popular.

The most common jewellery are engagement and wedding rings, followed by earrings, necklaces, bracelets and brooches. Brooches often have numerous small stones arranged in a pattern that will reflect light and glitter brightly.

Strangely, brooches in the shape of animals like cats, butterflies and even lizards are very popular. Flowers and bouquets of flowers are also common. Pendants and necklaces tend to have a larger stone or not so numerous small stones as a brooch.

Tiaras are experiencing a revival after decades in the wilderness; hair grips are also well-liked articles of jewellery for women. Men tend to go for tie pins and watches. In some regions of southern Europe, diamond-studded, retractable toothpicks are well-liked.

The setting or mounting of the gemstone is almost as important as the precious stone itself, although not usually as costly, particularly with rarer stones. Gold, platinum and silver are the most common metals used for setting the precious stone in jewellery.

If you are not purchasing gemstones for their value, you may opt to buy your birthstone. If this is your objective, but you do not particularly like your birthstone, remember that there are three or four different lists of birthstones from different countries and different eras.

if you do not like your birthstone from perhaps the American list, you may like your birthstone from the Ayurvedic or the Tibetan lists. There is some overlap, but in general the lists are entirely different giving you more choice.

If you want something different again, you could took a look at amber. Amber is not stone, but has comparable properties. It is in fact ancient to prehistoric tree resin. Some articles have small animals trapped inside them and can become very valuable.

If you wished an unusual vacation, you could travel to Poland's Baltic shoreline where much of Europe's amber is washed up onto the beaches. Wouldn't it be great to find your own 'gemstone' and then have it polished and mounted by a jeweller?

However, the stone does not have to be valuable. When my brother was twelve, he found a pretty little pebble on the beach and, with my Dad's help, had it polished and mounted. My mother thought almost as highly of that unique piece of jewellery as she did of her wedding and engagement rings.




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Take A Limousine For A Classy Ride

By Gene Pickett


Denver Limousine Service wishes to take you on a luxury ride. Clientele reserve these extravagant vehicles for several different reasons. Some are somber, others lively. Whichever the reason, trained staff can provide dignity and respect and get you where you want to go, on time.

Another event that consists of soft drinks only may be the young adult birthday or prom. For your sixteenth birthday, Quinceanara, or post-prom festivity book a discount package. Have non-alcoholic sparkling wine and colorful balloons waiting for the party girl or boy in the back seat as he or she and a small group of others travels to a fantastic party.

When it comes to grownups, a few might appreciate drinks of the more serious character in the wet bar. Actually, some limos feature several bars, sometimes loaded with drinks based on the package arranged or stocked by you, the client of legal drinking age. This may be a party bus designed for between twenty-five and thirty passengers at one time.

Even if you're not a fan of alcohol, a limo ride could be a good way to start that twenty-first birthday celebration or just celebrate summer with good friends. Grab the twenty-eight or thirty seat bus or stretch hummer to a night club or dance venue. Deals will frequently incorporate a certain amount of soft and hard drinks within the limo bar plus DVD player and IPod dock. There could even be entrance in to the club included. Lets forget about selecting a designated driver: he can be waiting when you emerge.

Present yourself on wedding day just like a princess alighting from her royal coach. Cars include classic stretch limousines, scaled-down sedans, or cars large and of sufficient length to carry the entire wedding retinue. Select black or white. Or maybe choose an old-fashioned car. At least one rental company carries classic Rolls Royce models in two colors. Truly make a splash when coming to church, the reception, or a wedding anniversary.

Company clients wish to create a good impression with associates. This is why they reserve luxurious cars when collecting customers from the airport. They use this technique to transport individuals from hotel to conference in fashion, helping to build the working relationship with respect and thoughtfulness. While full stretch models can be found in these situations, usually a less flashy model is more suitable but still comfy. Another way to support a client is by having car wrapped in promotional signage. Advertise business everywhere the car goes.

Rates rely on various aspects. One is if you booked a package deal, which includes a certain number of hours already worked into the rate. You can also book by the hour while your destination also factors in, such as to and from Colorado Mountains.




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Celebrities Who Have Survived Cancer

By Andy Smith


People's fascination with celebrity and celebrity culture continues to grow. Every week, our magazine shelves are filled with celebrity magazines such as People (US), Hello (Global), OK (UK) and VIP (Ireland). They are completely, back to back, stuffed full of gossip and news and all the latest fashion tips to model our favourite celebrity. Many fans of celebrities want to know everything about their faves - from what they had for breakfast to what they wear to bed. And this celebrity obsession has spilled into personalised number plates.

Using the testimony of many famous spokespersons, the creators of this diet program has made it the choice of many who desperately want to lose weight. This particular program has made its way all the way to the top in the market when it comes to weight loss and diet programs. There are many of us who has and continues to have problems losing weight. Besides Weight Watchers there are other weight loss programs that can help you and I lose weight. With the help of a professional personal trainer, you can lose as much as 50 pounds using some of the other well-own weight loss and fitness products available on the market today.

One of the ways Weight Watchers has inspired success, is with the costs for Living. This tool teaches not only the importance of healthy eating but also about the importance of healthy living. They have achieved this, simply by understanding why you eat what you eat. In the Weight Watchers program, foods are assigned point values based on their number of calories and grams of fat and fiber content. Basically the program allows you to eat what ever you want, providing that you stay within your daily allowed points limit.

Christina Applegate and Cheryl Crow. These famous ladies are known in tow different fields, Cheryl for her music and Christina for acting. Christina Applegate was diagnosed in 2008 and opted to have a double mastectomy. Cheryl was diagnosed in 2006 and also went through surgery to treat her cancer.

Michael Douglas. The famous actor was diagnosed in 2010 with throat cancer. After the cancer reached advanced stages, Michael fought aggressively with chemo and radiation. He has beaten the odds and is currently in remission. He continues to get frequent checkups to make sure that it does not appear again.

With a program like this, individuals do not need to undergo any form of weight loss surgery or take some form of weight loss diet pill. Celebrities lead lives and careers that are directly related to their physical appearances. Therefore, losing weight is something that becomes pivotal to them being able to earn the type of money that they do. In looking for the best weight loss diet program which offers tips for successful weight loss--Celebrities have learned that when they use this program, they can control their weight and at the same time, gain an understanding of why they eat the way they do.

And of course, celebrities change their hairstyles, their partners and their sponsors often so who knows - maybe they change their number plates often too. The next time you see a car that you think has a celebrity personalised plate, think twice about approaching it. The owner might not be who you think it is.




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Fabulous Wedding Gowns Are Essential For You To Be A Fashionable Bride

By Cindy Su


The choice of a bridal gown depends upon many critical elements. One of the most important reasons behind choosing a perfect is the physique structure of brides. A number of the ladies have thin and tall figure although the other people are short-heighted. For that reason, they've to choose gowns in accordance with their body formations. Females can very easily choose diverse kinds of wedding gowns based on their physique structure.

There is no need to get a short knee-length wedding gown for those who don't would like to wear it. You'll want to prefer to wear a wedding gown dress should you be short-heighted. This type of dress can enable you to in looking elegant and taller. You will find numerous benefits of wearing gowns for the ladies. As far because the color of is concerned, you're not bound to purchase any specific color. Traditionally, the majority of the brides need to wear white and off-white wedding gowns on their wedding day.

Contemporary brides are finding bored of standard wedding dresses. They're looking for some thing new that may make them gorgeous. Wedding gowns have become a vital part of newest fashion trends. So, when you do not would like to celebrate your wedding ceremony in a conventional way then you must opt for latest wedding gown. There is a wide range of appealing designs in bridal dresses gowns. They're easily reasonably priced by just about every woman. Thus, you'll want to not get worried about the price of a beautifully developed wedding gown. You will need to maintain it in thoughts that a wedding day comes only once inside the life of most of the brides. So, you ought to look awesome on this unique day.

If you would like to acquire satisfied with many wedding gown styles then I suggest you to check the wedding magazines. You will see virtually each bride wearing well-designed wedding gowns. It truly is strongly recommended that you wear an exceptional wedding gown on your wedding ceremony simply because this may grab everyone's attraction.

A wedding could be the most memorable day of everyone's life. No one desires to capture some irritating memories on this special day. In the event you appear ugly and old-fashioned on your wedding day then you can feel embarrass for the complete life. You may not have the ability to rejoice yourself by recalling the old memories. Therefore, deciding on outstanding bridal dresses gowns have turn into vital for brides. Without wearing such good dresses, brides can never ever appear modern and stylish.

If you want to create your dream come accurate then you ought to not overlook the huge significance of gowns. These gowns are conveniently out there in different styles and designs. It is possible to pick out any of them in an effort to look like princess.




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Ideas That Will Help You When Considering Cotton Candy Machine Rental

By Ken Dymach


Cotton candy is a sweetie mainly consumed by both young children and grown ups. It is usually a fluffy type of tasty sweet usually found in varying colors. Nowadays, its popularity has risen among many individuals. For the investors who are interested in coming up with a business on these sweeties, it is advisable for them to choose cotton candy machine rental instead of purchasing a new processor.

Nevertheless, most individuals mostly presume that renting such apparatus will lead to increased expenses and reduced profits. However, if you are keen in your choices you will be sure to find a good investment opportunity. The points below will help you on how to rent one the easiest way and for the most benefits.

First, you should consider the cost. Nonetheless, you should know that the equipment come in different sizes and designs. Therefore the rental fees also vary. Make sure that the fees charged for any model you choose are reasonable.

It is advisable that you carry out some simple calculations on the amount of production and the expected sales. The result of the two should be higher than the hiring price to give an allowance for profit. This way you will have a rough estimate of the amount that you will be receiving daily, weekly or monthly. Hence, you will be able to budget the finances accordingly.

Remember also that after hiring the gadget, all the expenses related to repair or maintenance usually shift from the owner to the user. Therefore, ensure that you first examine the condition of the candy machine for any possibility of damages or defects. Select an apparatus that will serve you without any faulty issues. With such a device, there will be reduced expense hence increased earnings.

One more factor to consider is the the equipments size. This will have an impact on the power consumption and output level of the machine. Nonetheless, the market should be the key factor that will determine the size you pick. If you have a higher target you can go for the bigger size as they can cater for the expenses. You can go for a small size for a start to avoid over predicting.

Another factor that you should look at while thinking of cotton candy machine rental is the flexibility of the payments. This means that you should look at the period range given by equipment owner. Some owners usually rent their equipments weekly, monthly or yearly. Therefore, select the provider who offers the gadget at the most convenient time span.




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Horse Jewelry

By Owen Jones


Horse fanciers and riding aficionados often like to display their affection for the animals and their hobby. There are a number of ways of doing this. Children may decorate their bedrooms with wallpaper with horses on it or wear buttons.

I saw a car a while ago with the number plate "HOR5E" and I have seen men wearing rings with an image of a horse running inlaid into the stone in gold. Women frequently wear brooches of a similar design or just the head of a horse.

Equestrian jewellery is smart and also timeless enough to be worn on any occasion. A beautiful horse's head drawn in tiny diamonds makes a dazzling brooch, but so does one fashioned from gold or silver. In fact, numerous jewellers are realizing the popularity of equestrian jewellery.

Although the horse's head brooch is almost certainly the most traditional piece of equestrian jewellery, pendants are also well-liked nowadays. The jeweller can fashion a larger piece if it is suspended about the neck than if it is attached to the hair or clothing.

You may not have seen the type of jewellery that I am describing, but I bet that you have seen the Lucky Horse Shoe displayed somewhere. The Lucky Horse Shoe is only another aspect of equestrian jewellery. Many women like to wear them around their necks or on a Charm Bracelet.

The most famous symbol of a horse is almost certainly the Ferrari logo. The Ferrari logo of a rearing horse not only adorns their cars, but can also be seen on official Ferrari memorabilia such as Ferrari jewellery, Ferrari watches and Ferrari shirts and jumpers.

However, equestrian jewellery does not just come in the shape of the horses themselves. The accoutrements to riding are also often represented in jewellery. Men frequently use cuff links in the form of tiny stirrups and women frequently wear silver or gold riding boots on their Lucky Charm bracelets.

Besides the above-mentioned equestrian lucky charms, I have also seen horse buckets, saddles and hunting horns on ladies' charm bracelets or as single charms hanging from the ears or about the neck. They can also be worn as larger pieces as brooches.

Much of this sort of jewellery is intended for the more well-to-do horsey set and for girls as they go through their horse-loving stage. Therefore, the articles are manufactured in two distinct forms: expensive and the not so expensive - otherwise very few girls would get the chance to show their affection for their large four-legged friends.

The last group of people that may frequently be seen wearing equestrian jewellery is the gambler who likes to bet on horse racing. This is normally a man, but certainly not always.

These men will frequently wear pins of some form depicting an aspect of their love of the sport and the animals. They might also think of them as lucky charms as well.




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Making A Stand Out Beach Wedding In Your Life

By Cathy Shi


In India weddings are celebrations wherein far and near relatives join together to celebrate the union of two souls. It's a pretty content occasion wherein persons forget their misunderstandings and pending difference in opinions. It's a fantastic time to forget enmity and get new pals. It is a social gathering exactly where people today also appear for brides and grooms for their very own children.

Festivals and family members' celebrations are unquestionably memorable moments. The entire loved ones come together at 1 place. They enjoy the feasting, dancing and the fun frolic. Matrimonial are one such occasion where men and women just unwind and get pleasure from to their maximum. They forget the private problems or misunderstanding and perform together for a popular family members trigger. Tips on how to make by far the most out of such occasion, Apart from the joy and happiness you'll find a lot of various ways in which you could benefit personally.

For anyone who is on the lookout for a bride or groom this can be the ideal location to search for referrals. You'll be able to make inquiries as well as personally see and make a decision the right match. This can be the safest approach to find the right match for your son or daughter as you'll be able to personally move along with the attainable match and decide. A different benefit is you can get contacts in the best cooks, flower arrangers and wedding planners address. They may come in handy for those who have a marriage on line incredibly shortly.

As the majority of us already performing, the most beneficial shopping deals plus the newest fashion in jewels and accessories could be discussed. Even professionally one can get into networking with folks and strike a company deal over a wedding dinner. Numerous ladies attempt to show off their art perform in the course of marriages, and it can be a great location to acquire clients for your artifacts. You could get so many important details just chit chatting throughout matrimony. A lot of get tips for new ventures and get into a wonderful relationship with new acquaintances.

In a lot of communities games are conducted among buddies and family members. The other day I attended a matrimonial debate. The groom's folks had been debating on how great and loving the groom was plus the girl's individuals had been voting and vouching for the bride. This brings about an understanding amongst the loved ones members and the exposure in the couples to one a deferent's loved ones is one of a kind. There's always Anthakshari is every single wedding which goes on till dawn. These memorable moments are the highlights with the matrimony which will forever stay evergreen all life long.

Wedding brings relatives and family members from far and close to get together to celebrate the holy matrimony. In olden days the wedding preparations took months at a stretch and friends started arriving days ahead of the wedding day. The mode of transport then was only bullock carts. Because the folks were mostly farmers or enterprise guys they took time off for the occasion. But times have changed now. In this quickly globe every thing has to be quick. So will be the wedding celebration too. It hardly takes a couple of hours and after the feast the marriage hall is empty.




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Celeb Wedding Cakes

By Karen Barlow


Celebrity weddings can be a great source of inspiration for any bride-to-be still unsure of her detail choices for her wedding. Most celebrities allow us to take a peek into their wedding preparations and details. One of the things we'd like to see from our favorite celebrity's wedding is their wedding cake. If you still do not know what cake to choose, here are some celebrity wedding cakes that can inspire you.

Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries

Kim Kardashian was by no means the sort of individual to be moderate and her wedding ceremony cake shows precisely how sophisticated and elaborate the celeb hotty is. Kim had a six foot high white and black wedding ceremony cake made which cost an estimated $20'000!

Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale

The celebrity duo chose a four-layered cake decorated with black magic roses at their LA wedding. The contrast between the roses' dark red color and the cake's white frosting made the cake more romantic and unforgettable.

Avril Lavigne and Deryck Whibley

You would think Avril Lavigne would choose a non-traditional wedding cake to match her edgy style. However, she chose a four-tier white and cream-colored wedding cake with roses on top of each tier. It was also a half-vanilla and half-chocolate cake.

Hillary Duff and Mike Comrie

Hillary Duff gave everybody a nice surprise with her wedding cake decision. Hillary selected a three-tiered construction decorated with rose bushes and without having any icing. She does not like something extremely sugary so she made a decision to not use the icing. The cake nevertheless turned out actually great and special.

Portia de Rossi and Ellen DeGeneres

While most celebrities choose over-the-top weddings, some celebrities still want to keep their special day simple. One of them is Ellen and Portia who decided to have a simple but elegant two-tiered wedding cake with pink and purple roses.

Prince William and Kate Middleton

Prince William and Kate Middleton's royal wedding ceremony was among the most anticipated wedding ceremonies of 2011. Countless individuals from all around the planet witnessed the seemingly fairy-tale themed wedding ceremony and have been pleased to view one excellent looking couple lastly get married. The wedding ceremony had a conventional, traditional concept, therefore the cake was conventional also. It had been an attractive eight-tiered berry cake coated with white frosting. It appears the pair had chose to preserve some of their wedding cake for their wedding anniversary judging from their option of cake.

Marcia Cross and Tom Mahoney

Marcia Cross asked the help of her girlfriends in deciding on her cake's flavor by having them join cake tasting with her. In the end, she decided on a tall five-tier white cake with raspberries and surrounded by red, pink, and white roses.




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The Gemstone Turquoise

By Owen Jones


Blue and green are two of the most well-liked colours among people and with nature - the sea, rivers, the sky and plants are all green or blue or turquoise, a greeny-blue. Turquoise is the colour of the open sea. It is not a hard colour to like and it matches with most colour schemes.

Turquoise is not a especially rare gemstone, but it is rare in its finest state. It is mined in numerous countries including the USA, Iran, India and China. The word turquoise comes from an old French word for Turkey or Turkish, because it was first imported into Europe from Iranian or Persian mines via Turkey.

Turquoise is easily smashed and is only slightly stronger than glass, having a hardness of 6. Turquoise is one of the oldest mined gemstones and still, most of the world's mines are small and hand-worked.

Some of the Persian mines are 2,000 years old and still productive. However, the oldest mines are on the Sinai Peninsular and they are known to be at least 3,000 years old as they were used in the days of the pharaohs.

The colour fluctuates through greens and blues because of the existence or minerals. If there is more copper present the stone will be bluer and if there is aluminium or iron, it will become greener.

Iranian turquoise is some the best quality in the world and is used mainly in the jewelery industry. Turquoise from some other places, like the south-western states of America, is of lower grade and is too chalky and powdery for this use.

Regrettably, chemists have discovered ways to enhance this gemstone, so that unless you are an expert or buying from a reliable source, you could easily end up purchasing poor grade turquoise that has been treated. This is the case with other gemstones too.

Some of the tricks that they get up to are:

Chemicals can be used to deepen the natural colour of the gem

Resin can be poured into the pores of porous, friable, low-grade turquoise to 'stabilize' it - ie stop it flaking and crumbling.

Totally untreated, natural turquoise of pleasant appearance is very rare and so very expensive. It would be very hard to impossible for a layman to identify whether a stone has been treated or not, but you are unlikely ever to come across any.

Whatever, grade of turquoise you have, you will have to take care of it because it is quite soft, easily scratched and quite easily crushed to powder.

Therefore, do not leave it to rattle about in your bag and store it wrapped on its own in a cool, dark box. Extremes of temperature may harm it as well. Turquoise is naturally porous, even if it has been drenched in resin, so do not permit oils or perfumes to soak into it.

If you have to clean a turquoise, you will need nothing but a soft cloth and warm, but not hot, water. Dry the stone right away after washing with a second soft duster. Be careful not to score the surface with the dirt that you are washing off.




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You Probably Like To Know The Wedding Dress Designers As Your Wedding Coming

By Sandy Shi


When most females of nowadays are looking for wedding gowns, they get started by thinking of Vera Wang gowns. Having said that, there are lots of other designers around whose dresses have graced the bodies of a number of the most well-known girls of our time. Oddly enough, two of Vera Wang's best competitors had the identical issues she did once they had been ready to get married, and leads into how they got into the wedding gown enterprise to start with.

Let's take some time to profile some of her competitors.

Amsale Aberra was born in Ethiopia and left soon after graduating college to study commercial art inside the United States. She identified her way into the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York and, in 1985, though shopping for her own wedding gown, found that she couldn't come across anything she liked and decided to style her own dress. That led to her ultimately deciding to become a full time designer, beginning out by launching her own wedding gown company. Known as forever modern day, she tries to design bridal gowns using a timeless really feel, one that, she believes, would look as modern day 20 years later as it does in the time. She is identified for generating youthful styles with lots of standard touches.

Her very best identified wedding dress ironically was for a fake wedding, as Alyson Hannigan wore it inside the film American Wedding. Trista Rehn, recognized greater as the Bachelorette, also wore 1 of her wedding gowns.

Monique Lhuillier had the identical wedding gown concerns when she went trying to find something to wear in 1994. She not just designed her own wedding gown, however the dresses for her bridal party, as well as the dresses made such a stir that she and her husband decided to launch her initial bridal collection in 1996, and opening their 1st boutique in Beverly Hills exactly the same year. Just after her own wedding, there was terrific buzz generated through high society wedding as a result of her wedding styles for each brides and bridesmaids.

Nevertheless, it wasn't until 2004, when Britney Spears wore 1 of her styles for her marriage to Kevin Federline, that she became a significant name for celebrities around the world. Kevin Costner's wife Christine wore 1 of her dresses for their wedding, which was also in 2004. Other stars who've worn her wedding gowns contain Ali Landry and Emilie de Ravin.

Badgley Mischka may possibly be the oddest within the group mainly because not simply is this not a female, but it is in fact two guys, Mark Badgley and James Mischka, that are also partners in actual life. They met though attending the Parsons School of Design, and in 1988 decided to start their own company.

Possibly for the reason that they are guys, their style is basically identified for becoming sexier than the norm, which generated a good deal of buzz. They got into the wedding organization in 1993, and launched their first line of wedding gowns in 1997 by way of Saks Fifth Avenue.

Badgley Mischka's most renowned wedding gown was the one worn by Jada Pinkett Smith for her wedding, but other stars have worn their dresses at the same time, such as Tori Spelling, Kristin Davis, and Carmen Electra.

In terms of best bridal dress designers on the planet, the designers named here can stand subsequent to any one in regards to lavish wedding fashions.




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The Dream Team and Scott Tucker get Excited for the 2011 Season

By Shelly Newman


Fast cars, feelings, tension and hours of motion: Except for mood music, that's the makings of a feature film-to be fair, one that was already made, but the one that could possibly be equally as successful if filmed again with a similar cast.

That cast is Level 5 Motorsports, the team featured in "Daytona Dream," this year's Drive Motion Pictures feature film that chronicled the emotional, action-packed journey on the Scott Tucker-owned team to the Grand-Am series Rolex 24 at Daytona, an institution in American culture beyond racing circles.

However, now, the film would be about the same team's 2011 season, one that has effectively exploded the success and publicity surrounding Level 5 Motorsports. Believe it or not, "Daytona Dream" was shown as a webcast on the team's website, Level5Motorsports.com, on Aug. 12 to commemorate the one-year anniversary of its debut.

Following its theatrical debut in summer 2010 together with a successful run at film festivals, Discovery Communications acquired the rights to the project for domestic and international television broadcasts, a great leap for not just the film and the team but for the endurance racing industry in the scope of the Discovery Channel's viewership. The crazy thing is the stats continually posted by endurance racing teams don't merit their very own mainstream cable channel or films all the time-emotion, drama, tension and action have all been at record highs for Level 5 Motorsports this season, and mood music has nothing regarding it.

An incredible began with the film-topic Grand-Am Daytona series. Level 5 entered the Rolex 24 at Daytona with a win-only mindset; but that optimism and determination was crushed when the Microsoft Office-sponsored No. 95 entry got caught in a stackup in the notoriously narrow lanes. The team drove impressively for the remainder of the race, but it ultimately finished Eighth.

an incredible began with the film-topic Grand-Am Daytona series. Level 5 entered the Rolex 24 at Daytona with a win-only mindset; but that optimism and determination was crushed when the Microsoft Office-sponsored No. 95 entry got caught in a stackup in the notoriously narrow lanes. The team drove impressively through out the race, but it ultimately finished Eighth.

As with every good story, the momentum built for Level 5 Motorsports as it went on to take second at the Long Beach, Calif. street circuit, and Tucker made podium at Infineon Raceway and Mazda Laguna Seca Raceway in the Ferrari Challenge series. Then, problems befell the team. When Tucker caught wind of the new Honda Performance Development/Wirth Research cost-capped prototype, he reserved the very first two models. With the car still in development for much of the summer, Tucker and the team withdrew from a major ILMC competition, the Silverstone in England, because the car wasn't ready. The risky decision cost the team an opportunity for points and a big showing at an ILMC event, and the team was sidelined through ALMS races at Lime Rock Park in Connecticut and MoSport in Ontario, Canada. Additionally for those races, the team had hardly any LMP2 competition, so they devoted to the ILMC and ALMS championships ahead, specifically on making sure that the new HPD ARX-01g was ready to drive. The suspense built; would the automobile be worth the wait? Would it be enough to secure an LMP2 championship?

The Lola-Honda chassis made its race debut at the team's return to the ALMS series with the ModSpace American Le Mans Series at Mazda Laguna Seca Raceway. The team finished fourth overall and first in points for the LMP2 class, which secured drivers' championships for Tucker and co-driver Christophe Bouchut.

Endurance racing itself is of course excellent material for any feature film. But add to the typical suspense, emotion and action Scott Tucker's improbable schedule-and improbable career, for that matter-and you've got a story for the ages. The "Daytona Dream" season was impressive in and of itself, but the way Level 5 Motorsports has spent 2011 so far, and the excitement sure to follow with Petit Le Mans and Intercontinental Le Mans Cup in China still to come, prove how exciting endurance racing truly can get.




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Ferrari Challenge 458 : Scott Tucker and Level 5 Motorsports

By Susan Hall


To spend a day driving in Scott Tucker's shoes would prove exhaustive. In his seventh race within just five months, Level 5 Motorsports owner and driver Scott Tucker rejoined the Ferrari Challenge series in Monterey, Calif., during the weekend of May 22. The versatility, determination and sheer endurance required of somebody to keep Tucker's schedule of three different series makes him impressive enough, but the fact that he had multiple podium finishes already under his belt as he hit the Mazda Laguna Seca Raceway for the FC 458 race make him impossible to forget.

The weekend's pair of races were the Ferrari 458's debut in the FC series, and it provoked intense competition on the famous 11-turn track. One of Tucker's previous podium finishes came at the FC season opener in April at Infineon Raceway. On account of his hectic schedule, Tucker hadn't spent much time testing the 458, putting him at a slight disadvantage despite his winning record stepping into the race.

The 458 challenge is based on the Ferrari 458 Italia, and the car has been modified with several significant changes in order to ready it for competition driving. Gear ratios and recalibration of the gearbox provide the car higher torque at lower revolutions. Mechanics have also gone to great lengths to decrease the car's weight, specifically concentrating on lessening the thickness of body shell panels and using lighter materials such as carbon fiber.

"It's a great car, and I'm looking forward to the opportunity to develop it more as the season continues," Tucker said at the time. After the starting flag on Saturday, Tucker delivered an impressive performance, battling traffic and ultimately securing a second-place position. He was out of laps before he could catch Enzo Potolicchio, who chalked up his second win of the season.

Sunday brought a second day of intense competition. Tucker, who served as a Ferrari test driver in 2010 for the 599XX supercar, also won the FC Dealership Championship for Boardwalk Ferrari in 2009, along with the Sports Car Club of America National Championship in a Ferrari 430. Unfortunately, Sunday brought a fifth-place finish for Tucker. "The car I drove was the best we had," he said. "Unfortunately, some of the other guys had more time to test than we did, so they were stronger. We'll see what we can do about that."

Level 5 was also waiting on official approval of its primary car, so Tucker competed in the secondary car. Add that to the fact that Tucker's next scheduled stop would be at the 24 Hours of Le Mans-the world's most prestigious endurance race-and it's a wonder he maintained the focus and drive to score yet another podium appearance. "We definitely filled our plate," Tucker said. "But our team is also full of talent and dedication. Every time we race, we race to win, and we're not going to back down in the face of hard work."

Of the FC 458 race, Tucker said, "We have a win and a podium, so we'll continue to develop this car."

With the ILMC 24 Hours of Le Mans ever nearer, the Level 5 team headed to France with a win on their minds yet again.




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An Unpredictable future : Scott Tucker and Bouchut

By Molly Black


The field of motorsports is ruthless competition-flying all-around a track with tons of additional motor vehicles and one mistake can send an automobile into the pit, or worse, straight into a devastating, competition-ending and fiery fail. Nonetheless within the track it's every driver for themselves, extraordinary things can occur when talents collide not in a race situation, but in collaborative relationships that provide the foundation for racing teams to take off.

One collaboration is the pair of Scott Tucker and Christophe Bouchut. Their partnership first was that of trainer and student, as Bouchut was perhaps the most outstanding endurance racers across the globe as soon as Tucker, when he was Forty-four, took the competition wheel the first time in 2006. In the past, Tucker was chairman and CEO of Westfund, a private equity firm, but had always harbored a desire for auto racing. Once the chance arose for him to drive competitively, Tucker was an unlikely success story, but he performed in a fashion that are only able to provoke the label "he's a natural." He began within the Ferrari Challenge before testing the area with Porsche Super Cup, IMSA Lites and Rolex Series GT competitions. Sooner or later, he put together Level 5 Motorsports and in 2008 moved into Grand-Am prototype contests, where Bouchut joined forces with him.

The mixture of Bouchut and Tucker, with the addition of Luis Diaz this season, has supplied extraordinary results in the ALMS and ILMC up to now. Lots of podium finishes and many victories are evidence that not only is Tucker adding strong, constant skill to his team, but he himself is also advancing. But as competition warms up for the end of the 2011 season with just ILMC and ALMS championships left go, it's not wacky to speculate if competitors could warm up within the Level 5 team as Tucker's skill level continues to improvement.

Just before he joined Tucker, Bouchut won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1993 and has also won the Rolex 24 at Daytona and the 24 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps. Aside from that, he's won a few Porsche Carrera Cup France championships, three FIA GT titles and a FFSA GT championship. He is the sole triple FIA GT champion throughout history. His long-term career made him the optimal mentor for Tucker, who needed to stuff tens of years of experience into as few years as possible to get him up to speed, so to say, with other drivers in his class.

The two made 4 starts with Level 5 Motorsports in the 2008 Rolex series, such as Rolex 24 at Daytona. Before long, Level 5 became a regular attendee of Rolex races, driving a Daytona model. Tucker maintained his Ferrari Challenge entries and won 10 races in 2009. Of which year, he also won the SCCA Touring 1 Class National Championship, his very first national title.

After, Level 5 Motorsports attained momentum, taking third place in the Rolex 24 in 2010 with Tucker, Ryan Hunter-Reay, Lucas Luhr and Richard Westrbrook driving. Finally, they made the turn to the American Le Mans Series, something Tucker had always aspired to participate in. In the new Le Mans Prototype Challenge class, gentleman drivers were allowed to drive 2 cars in the exact same race, with the scoring driver in the highest place vehicle. Tucker and Bouchut saw a chance for success in the brand new class.

Tucker was skilled, but Bouchut had the speed and control that only one with his experience could bring to the track. Sticking with the same mission of winning as many races as they could get into, Bouchut and Tucker fell right into a flawless set up for Level 5, with Bouchut acting as head driver and Tucker holding his own while he also finished practice rounds. Level 5 won five class competitions and took the class title in the LMP Challenge category and was bumped up to LMP2.

In the beginning of 2011, Level 5 was joined by Luis Diaz, who had an abundance of LMP2 experience and made an amazing component to the Tucker-Bouchut formula. The team has had a truly successful year so far, with the Petit Le Mans and Intercontinental Le Mans Cup in China being essentially the only things left on the calendar of a season that included a good number of podium finishes and wins at Imola and other major ALMS races.

But as Level 5 Motorsports moves along, so does Scott Tucker, and before long, the dynamic couple of Tucker-Bouchut could separate. Tucker told Speed TV in 2010 that he and Bouchut would consult each other on which races they would get into together. He said they prefer championships that don't pit 2 qualified drivers against the other; they get too competitive in that setting, he said. Even though any parting would undoubtedly be with good standing on both sides, the continuing success of Tucker begs the question of where he'll go next, who he'll take with him, and how the Level 5 Motorsports team will develop from its burgeoning success.




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Level 5 and Scott Tucker prepare for the enduro appearence after missing Silverstone

By Susan Hall


Scott Tucker was determined to race Level 5 Motorsports' new HPD ARX-01g car once he could. That determination was evident when he and his awesome team decided to hold off until the very last possible minute to generate a final choice on the Six Hours of Silverstone race: It was all or nothing. Unfortunately, cost-capped wheels for the car weren't available in time for Level 5 to maintain its entry in Silverstone; Tucker withdrew. "I knew there was a risk in waiting for the parts, with them not being guaranteed," Tucker says. "But the car is undoubtedly the best vehicle performance-wise that we can get, so I was determined to give it a shot. The HPD engine and chassis combination has proved to be the best over the years.We feel very comfortable and confident in making this unprecedented and decisive move." Determination, risk, and refusing to settle for anything but the best-sounds similar to racing.

Calculated decisions and total control are a part of what makes drivers successful, and Level 5 team has had its share of success. The team made podium finishes in some of the largest races of the past year, such as the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the 6 hours of Imola.

Recently, the crew competed in the four-mile Road America circuit for the sixth round of the ALMS season and won its class, which continued Level 5's undefeated record in American Le Mans Series competition this season. In that one weekend, Tucker, the reigning ALMS LMPC champion, tackled six races in four different series. He earned podium finishes in the IMSA Prototype Lites, IMSA GT3 Challenge by Yokohama and SCCA Pro Racing Trans-Am races, and then he won the Trans-Am T2 class, his 55th career victory in international competition. Co-driver Luis Diaz earned his 10th career ALMS victory. "As far as I know, the championship is now locked up," team manager David Stone said.

Nevertheless, as Tucker and co-drivers Christophe Bouchut and Luis Diaz hit the street with all the new HPD ARX-01g at the LMS enduro today, they'll have plenty of catching up to do after taking Silverstone off. "As a team, you never want to miss a race, a practice or a chance to prepare," Tucker says. "But we're really looking to perform well and get acquainted with the HPD ARX-01g at Mazda Laguna Seca so we can look ahead to Petit."

While considering options for the Silverstone race, Level 5 was given the option to compete with the HPD ARX-01g using grandfathered-in specifications, but the team ultimately decided that racing with modified specifications on the car would defeat its purpose. In order to prepare the car for the six-hour LMS enduro today, additional mechanics flew to the Wirth workshop in England last week. When it was finished, the car got a one-way ticket to San Francisco.

Preliminary tests with all the HPD ARX-01g were promising, with all three drivers optimistic about the weekend's race. Especially important was calibrating the drivers' balances with the new vehicle. Tucker, who began his driving career in 2006, may be famous for his unwavering balance since he began. At his first appearance in Le Mans, the Super Bowl of motorsports, he cranked more than 200mph-in the dark- with an Audi R10, the first American to be behind an Audi turbodiesel's wheel in competition. His decision to skip Silverstone hearkens the same calm confidence. With a winning year already clinched, committing to the Six Hours of Silverstone in the old car just wasn't as valuable as the possibility that Level 5 might be able to drive its HPD ARX-01g. Just as in races, Tucker set his sights on a goal and let the situation unfold. However the Silverstone absence meant lost time and points, Tucker and his team are just getting ready for a winning finish to an already dazzling year.

When making up for lost some time and points, Level 5 wants to contest a final two ILMC rounds in Atlanta and China.




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Successful Season for Scott Tucker and his Dream Team

By Kyla Sweeney


The moment private equity investor-turned motorsports climbing star Scott Tucker put his order for that latest Honda Performance Development/Wirth Research cost-capped prototype car, under "quantity," it said 2. Tucker reserved the earliest 2 chassis for his Level 5 Motorsports team to use as soon as they can, which turned out to be last weekend in the HPD ARX-01g's debut appearance, at ModSpace American Le Mans in Monterey, Calif. The race had been just another victory for the David Stone-managed, Microsoft Office-sponsored team of Tucker, Christophe Bouchut and Luis Diaz; the team has made a crucial pass throughout the Intercontinental Le Mans Cup series and the American Le Mans Series, making podium at numerous races and winning at several others, for instance Imola.

Clearly, not just luck brought 2 seasoned people together with a newbie and made them win races. Every one of the drivers centers on a different area and comes from a different background, nevertheless they all share a intense love for racing sports cars and a depth of expertise and experience that lends itself to precise, managed, well-balanced driving at maximum speed. They key to the team's combined accomplishment is locating the optimal situation for driver order and race strategy-part of which involves Tucker reserving a pair of the Honda chassis prototypes.

Tucker and Bouchut, who was his driving trainer during the time, made a decision to get into the Le Mans Prototype class after studying the car last year. The make of the car was appealing enough, but given the fact that the series might have Class A and Class B drivers race along at the championship, Tucker wanted in. Bouchut, about the most successful endurance drivers around the world and an industry veteran, was aiding Tucker improve since his Grand-Am first appearance, and the 2 got into the LMPC program alongside one another full-time in 2010.

One other alluring component to the brand new prototype class was a new IMSA rule authorized guy drivers in LMPC or GTC class to drive a couple cars, with the scoring driver in the higher-placed entry. That allowance spawned Level 5 Motorsports' winning Nos. 55 and 95 cars, which carried the team through the next season to win the LMP championship, which bumped Level 5 into the LMP2 class, for which the HPD ARX-01g cars will take over starting last weekend.

The strategy involved with two automobiles worked for Level 5 Motorsports, with an quite expert veteran in Christophe Bouchut and another coming at the beginning of This year in Luis Diaz. Tucker, who had previously been a rookie at age Forty-four in 2006, got training with the two-car strategy Level 5 uses, saving himself effort and time and improving the team's system all the while.

Tucker had primarily kept out of the limelight, though he rapidly built a winning record right after his racing debut. But Le Mans had been among his goals, and so once the moment was appropriate enough, he incorporated high-profile racing experts to his inner circle and set about leaving the Level 5 mark on every last ALMS and ILMC track he could.

Last year, Bouchut entered his 17th Le Mans race; just 14 additional motorists have ever completed the race more times. But Tucker had never appeared in Le Mans; technique again played a vital part in achieving success within the race. Although Bouchut could effortlessly compete with the series' first rate drivers, the entire Level 5 team had to hold their own in order to succeed. Bouchut was slated as the head driver, with Tucker and Manu Rodriguez rounding out the group. The team's collective goal was to qualify at a solid pace and be competitive, a mind-set that has continued throughout the 2011 season. With seemingly a consistent checklist in their minds-get the best car, qualify strong, stay competitive, always shoot for the win-the Level 5 team arranges race day around it.




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Scott Tucker's newest Automobile makes an Appearence for the Time Warner Cable Road Race

By Molly Black


With their names comfortably resting on the entire points leaders' chart, the drivers of Level 5 Motorsports brought their most up to date ultra-fast LMP2 vehicle out of the box in Elkhart Lake, Wisc., remarkably in close proximity to their Madison, Wisc., home base after a streak of achievement in Intercontinental Le Mans Cup races in Europe. Scott Tucker and co-drivers Christophe Bouchut and Luis Diaz acquired podium finishes in the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France and 6 hours of Imola in Italy.

If there's one word to describe the Level 5 Motorsports 2011 season, it's momentum-but not right type that builds, gradually gaining speed. The Level 5 momentum has been wonderful, from the start. Which, incidentally, was the exact same kind of momentum the team's new LMP2 car had at the four-hour Road America enduro. At the race, the sixth round of the ALMS season, Tucker, Bouchut and Diaz wasted no time setting the cost-capped prototype up with a fifth-place overall placement after practice and qualifying. Tucker later moved the automobile into 4th place after commanding the wheel for his starting double shift.

Tucker then passed the wheel to Bouchut, who delivered a superb performance even though a late stop-and-go penalty from a pit lane speed limiter problem. Bouchut, who is one of the greatest endurance drivers in the world, recovered from the penalty and handed the car to Diaz in good standing. Diaz set a late record for the team's fastest lap time and ultimately crossed the finish line in fifth place overall with maximum points in the LMP2 category. The team had entered the raceway eyeing first place, the championship points were valuable, and the completely new car had a good quality performance.

"It was really important for us to do well being based so close to Elkhart," Bouchut said. "We lost an overall podium position with the pit speed limiter, but in racing, you never know what will happen. The car didn't have any problems the entire weekend."

Winning the LMP2 class meant Tucker, Bouchut and Diaz's undefeated streak in the ALMS season remained in tact. As well as the Road America enduro that weekend, Tucker competed in the IMSA Prototype Lites, IMSA GT3 Challenge by Yokohama and SCCA Pro Racing Trans-Am races on Saturday, winning in the Trans-Am T2 class and making the podium in all four races. The juggling act has become commonplace for the reigning ALMS LMPC champion, with every race meaning another chance to win.

The Road America podium finish in the LMP2 class was Tucker's 56th win. With the championship all but official, the team prepared to keep going on their fabulous streak for the remaining quarter of the year, with the ModSpace American Le Mans Monterey presented by Patron at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, in which the team would finally release the new HPD ARX-01g car by Wirth Research and Honda Performance Development.




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Preparing for the Rolex 24

By Sheryl Kuhn


Scott Tucker along with his fantastic Level 5 Motorsports teammates recently began a final quarter of a racing year which has included numerous podium appearances, multiple car changes, incredible accomplishments nevertheless still room for improvement. Tucker, owner and driver for Level 5, has become a leader for the team inspite of the rookie status he maintained just months ago. His tight, balanced driving has earned him top honors from the American Le Mans Series as Rookie of the Year and Champion Driver in 2010. His races often end with stints on the podium, and his career has only just begun.

As Tucker, his co-drivers Christophe Bouchut and Luis Diaz and team manager David Stone prepare to shut the season with all the all-important Petit Le Mans and the Ferrari International Finals, the stakes are high-the team has woven itself a reputation of excellence that is best understood by looking back at what has made 2011 a sensational year for Level 5.

In January, the Level 5 team began its 2011 race schedule with the GRAND-AM The Roar prior to the 24 test sessions, in Daytona, Florida. Its two Microsoft Office-sponsored entries proved themselves powerful vehicles for their drivers' talents. In the final test session the No. 055 Microsoft Office BMW Riley and the No. 95 Microsoft Office BMW Riley finished 2-3. Tucker, Bouchut, Diaz and Mark Wilkins drove the No. 55 and sped through a 127.533 mph lap, just a half-second behind Starworks Motorsports Ford Riley, No. 8. Tucker also drove the No. 95, along with Ryan Hunter-Reay, Raphael Matos and Richard Westbrook. The drivers completed a lap of 127.465 mph, a time less than one-tenth of a second off of the No. 55 BMW Riley.

The Level 5 team proved its versatility since the season opened up with rule changes and a freshly paved racetrack at Daytona International Speedway. The three-day test session for the GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series was an indicator of things to come for the team. Over the practiced sessions, the team gradually built momentum by making small changes with every run, eventually building up to the point that the drivers were barely off the top speed by weekend's end.

While in the fourth test session, the No. 95 rose to 5th on the speed chart with a lap of 125.898 mph. Its counterpart, the No. 55, earned its way to a second-place position by the sixth session with a lap of 126.9189 mph.

Not just did Tucker drive both cars for the Roar before the 24, he was also a participant in the Sports Car Club of America's Double National event at Sebring International Raceway in Sebring, Florida. He finished second both days of the race. "I want as much time on the track as possible," he said at the time. "Getting in tune with the car is paramount to setting up for a successful season."

The Roar prior to 24 is similar to preseason games in other sports; it gives drivers a chance to shake off any lingering problems from the previous year and preview the type of year that is to come. Many big motorsports names are on hand at the Roar before the 24, and many of the stars who test at the Roar are enrolled in the Rolex 24 at Daytona during subsequent weekends.

The results of the Roar before the 24 set Level 5 Motorsports in a perfect position for season's start: beating the competition, but with some room for improvement. By exhibiting talent, control and skill on the raceway, Tucker and his teammates immediately established Level 5 Motorsports as a frontrunner for the coming races. Next up: the Rolex 24.




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Scott Tucker experiences paramount success with new car

By Sarah Barnes


The Level 5 team's 2011 year has shown it a versatile, dominating team filled with expertise, skill and drive. Commanding the podium at the majority of the competitions it entered-including winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans, and podium at Imola and Sebring, among others-is proof that the Scott Tucker-owned, Microsoft Office-sponsored team found a winning method in its schedule, race strategy and drivers, including Tucker, Luis Diaz and Christophe Bouchut. While they began the last quarter of an already remarkable year with the ModSpace American Le Mans Monterey presented by Patron mid-September, all their ducks appeared to be in a row: their formula had been proven frequently as dependable for an effective winning effort. But this race contained one wild card, or wild car, as the case might be-the team would finally debut the HPD ARX-01g they had announced they were switching to mid-season.

The Level 5 team expected the automobile to be a good multiplier for their already winning equation, but as is the situation in racing, they also knew always to anticipate the unpredicted. For another team, the possibility and risk of entering completely new vehicle so close to the season's major races could throw off drivers and the team's rhythm, but Level 5 is comprised of drivers that have experience not only adapting to car adjustments but in motor racing itself.

"Experience counts," said Christophe Bouchut before the ModSpace race. "We've worked hard to prepare for this race, but it's still brand new and there are still things to check." The team opened up the gearbox for assessment, sitting out of a final practice session to acquaint themselves with the brand new vehicle as much as possible before its very first run. Still, Bouchut was right: A car can be examined time and time again, and the race strategy can be cemented into the drivers' heads, but there comes a time for drivers when lessons from past race knowledge takes over with a sort of intuition and feeling that can't be taught.

Tucker may be the least skilled driver on the Level 5 team, but what he lacks in years behind the wheel he makes up for with a great learning curve that barely existed to start with. A beginner in 2006 at the age of 44, Tucker displayed natural talent and incredible skill in the Ferrari Challenge Series before he created Level 5 Motorsports and began setting up a dream team of motorists. As the seasons advanced, Tucker began seeing his first major success. In 2009, he won the Sports Car Club of America National Championship. Later on, he was the very first American to drive one of Audi's V-12 turbodiesels in a competition, during the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The love for motorsports put together with an unrelenting pursuit of excellence-which has caused him to maintain an ultra-disciplined training schedule and also a grueling, three-series race schedule-have catapulted his short career into the territory of his counterparts, whose 1st races weren't too long after their first birthdays.

Christophe Bouchut, part of the Level 5 dream team, is just about the most successful endurance drivers on this planet. His victories have included the Rolex 24 at Daytona, the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the 24 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps. He has also won 3 Porsche Carrera Cup France championships, three FIA GT titles and a FFSA GT championship. He is the only triple FIA GT champion ever. Bouchut has been driving with Tucker's Level 5 team since 2008, adding his experience to Tucker's burgeoning motorsports empire and becoming a fundamental element of the team's success.

Luis Diaz drove in the Toyota Atlantic and Indy Lights Series from 1999 to 2003 before moving to the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car series in 2004 when he co-drove the No. 01 car with former Champ Car competitor Scott Pruett for Chip Ganassi Racing. A few years later, Diaz moved again, this time into the American Le Mans Series, driving an LMP2 Lola B06/43-Acura for Fernandez Racing, and won the class championship in 2009. Diaz was also titled Most Popular Driver that season. Diaz's experience with Level 5 Motorsports is limited only to this year's season, but his knowledge of the LMP2 cars has undoubtedly been critical to the ever-changing team.

Level 5 Motorsports continues to run on a near-perfect blend of expertise, eagerness, skill and experience. The cohesive combination of the drivers' experience has established the team as dominant frontrunners in multiple series and allowed the 2011 momentum to carry on with the latest HPD ARX-01g car.




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