#which is under 12in

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Piranga rubra, better known as the Summer Tanager, is a species of song bird in the cardinal family Cardinalidae which is native to North, Central, and South America. They live in a variety of habitats depending on there range including montane, temperate, an tropical forests as well as dry and riverine woodlands. They feed upon insects (particularly bees and wasps), arachnids, slugs, snails, fruits, and the occasional small vertebrate such as lizards. They are typically solitary animals but are known to form pairs in the mating season and flocks with up to 30 individuals, including mixed species flocks, during migration. There are 2 subspecies: P. r. cooperi which breeds in southwest USA and north Mexico and winters in south Mexico, and P. r. rubra which breeds in the eastern USA and winters in Central and North South America. Reaching around 6.7 to 8 inches (17 to 20cms) in length, 0.9–1.2 oz (25.5 to 34grams) in weight, with an 11 to 12in (28 to 31cms) wingspan, the summer tanager is a medium sized songbird. Males are bright rose or orange-red throughout the year whilst females are olive colored above with a rich yellow or orange underside. They breed during the summer forming pairs which monogamously bond for the season. They construct a bowl shaped nest out of leaves, vines, stems, and grasses amongst a horizontal branch of a tree some 8 to 34ft (2.5 to 10.5m) above the ground. Here the female lays 3-4 pale blueish green eggs with reddish brown spots. They are incubated by there mother for 12 to 13 days straight, whilst there father feeds and protects said mother. After hatching the chicks are cared for by both parents. The young fledge after 8 to 10 days, but remain with there parents for an addition 2 to 4 weeks. Under ideal conditions a summer tanager may reach sexual maturity at a year of age and may live up to 11 years.

#pleistocene pride #pleistocene #pliestocene pride #pliestocene #ice age #cenozoic #stone age #dinosaur #bird #summer tanager #tanager

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"i did it for you", fabric, embroidery thread, and fiber fill. approx. 20.5 x 15in (12in sitting) id under cut

A soft sculpture of a humanoid figure with their guts spilling out seated on a pedestal draped on top with a patchwork fabric. The figure is made of a textured grey fabric, except for the guts which are made of red fabric. The figure has an oval shaped head with no hair. Its eyes are spirals embroidered with red thread. It does not have a nose. It has a big grin embroidered with brown thread. On its chest it has a small red heart painted. Across its torso the words “Touch Me” are embroidered in red thread, along with a dotted line imitating stitches. There is a large wound in the stomach area, which is where the guts are coming out of. There is red paint staining the opening of the wound. Its legs are spread to accommodate the spillage. It has no fingers or toes. Its left hand is stained red.

#art #artists on tumblr #sculpture #horror art #soft sculpture #embroidery #textile art #stuffed toy #i've posted this guy before but this is their FINAL FORM

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Slovakia retires its MiG-29. Will they be donated to Ukraine?

Fernando Valduga By Fernando Valduga 04/09/2022 - 12:12in Air Shows, Military, War Zones

MiG-29 Fulcrum takes off for farewell flight at Malacky-Kuchyna Air Base. (Photo: Martin Kaco Múcska / Slovak Air Force)

In Slovakia, at the end of August, the farewell flight of the country's MiG-29 fighters was recorded. Slovakia said it is ready to send the 11 MiG fighters to Ukraine. Do they arrive in time to help the Ukrainians?

Slovakia signed an agreement last weekend under which other NATO states, the Czech Republic and Poland, will police its skies while it removes its Soviet-made MiG-29s from service, potentially releasing the old jets to ship to Ukraine.

Final formation flight of the MiG-29. (Photo: Ján Macik)

The Ukrainian armed forces have long had Soviet-era equipment and have called for more supplies from NATO nations to increase their ability to fight Russian invading forces.

The final training flight of four aircraft took place during the Slovak International Air Fest, held at Malacky-Kuchyna Air Base from August 27 to 28.

After more than 30 years of operational service, the Slovak Air Force retires its MiG-29 Fulcrum fleet, a fleet of 11 MiG-29 jets - a mixture of two-seater AS and UBS single-seaters.

Slovak Defense Minister Jaroslav told reporters at an air show on August 27 that Bratislava is still ready to send the planes to neighboring Ukraine, but no agreement has been reached yet.

"There is a political will, and it makes sense, to help those who need help," the minister said. "The possibility is on the table and, as soon as there is an agreement, we will inform you."

Slovakia, with a population of 5.4 million, has already donated an S-300 air defense system, Mi-series military helicopters, self-propelled obuses and Grad multiple rocket launchers. This week, he said he would send 30 BVP-1 infantry vehicles.

The Ministry of Defense of Slovakia will thoroughly examine all options and ensure that the result is advantageous and safe for the Slovak Republic and, if an agreement is made, useful for Ukraine.

The minister, who evaluated the MiGs at about 300 million euros (US$ 299 million), said that Slovakia would seek some financial or material compensation for its donations to support the modernization of its armed forces.

Slovakia awaits the delivery of 14 new F-16 fighters manufactured in the USA. The agreement with the F-16 was signed in 2018 and the jets are expected to be delivered in 2024.

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Aviation photographer and pilot since 1992, he has participated in several events and air operations, such as Cruzex, AirVenture, Dayton Airshow and FIDAE. It has works published in specialized aviation magazines in Brazil and abroad. He uses Canon equipment during his photographic work in the world of aviation.

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Monday 11 August 1834

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long good kiss last night twenty minutes with her from one and a half and she came to me for about an hour this morning lay talking very fine morning F72° at 9 am – breakfast at 9 ¾ - no! at 10 - A- and I with our laquais de place at 11 ¼ - at the bains Romains (place des [?])  in 20 minutes – in the garden of the house belonging to Mr Bonnet – 10 steps down 6 or 7in. from the surface of the garden (potatoes here) to the door and from the door down into the piscine 8 deep steps (10 to 12in.? deep) – the piscine a square pierced by 3 arched passages opening every way into a wide arched passage running along or enclosing the others                          the 3 smaller passages about 4ft. wide by about 7 high to the springing of the arch and the great passage abut 6ft. wide by 8 or 9 or 10ft. high to the spring of the arch – in the middle of each passage a conical opening to the top which of course communicated with the baths above, now a potatoes ground - asked our valet for the ruin of the amphitheatre – he knew nothing about it - well laid down in the plan of the city, in the garden of the Sourd muets - went there - the aumônier (priest)  very good naturally shewed it us - a little way above the house - overgrown with ivy and low trees etc but ½ an amphitheatre very distinctive and some of the arches which probably were loges of the wild beasts - the ground within has been fouillée but not deep enough to  find anything of value - these ruins well worth examining - much more left than we saw at Angoulême? in 1830 - saw the church  of St. Just (belonging to the convent of filles de St Michel) that I saw yesterday and its under church and its calvaire en plein air – very handsome - then at the Porte of St Irénée wanted to turn along the chemin de l’aqueduc but got into the chemin de St Foy and had long hot walk in vain before getting into the chemin de l’acqueduc and from that round the new fort they are building – only 3 old Roman arches entire and the long small Roman tower not round as I thought yesterday but oblong. In the crypt or old under church of St Just pictures of Sainte Blondine and St Potin [St. Pothin] the 2 confined in the dungeons of the Eglise d’ Ainay – home at  1 50 but A- went in and I walked round the large handsome place de Bellecour and bought a small 18mo Lyons guide – trees on the south side of the place and cafes and [journalières?] as in the Tuileries gardens -  Home again at 2 35 and out again with A- (and took Eugenie) at 2 ¾ - went chez Paturle – the black embroidered shawl for Miss W- of Cliff hill had a little flaw in it – returned it – obliged to go and take something else – chose black shawl for my aunt - I mentioned about for another black embroidered or rather broché , satin shawl – could not get one good enough - home at 3 50 - off from the hotel de l’Europe Lyons at 4 ¾ (had just peeped in passing into the handsome neat church of St Nizier) – at 5 40 detained 5 minutes in a good village – the shafts had come untied – likely to have nothing but pother with them – sent for a charron and sold them for 2/.! paid 2 for a new bolt to them at Vorion and paid 15/. for them at Calais -  at Brignais at 6 – good little town – 35 minutes there  - they were for giving me only a pair of horses - but I would have 4 – just before 7 wind up the hill out of the vine-clad nice valley of Brignais - road lies over the hills - asleep part of the way - not inclined to talk   Miss W- fancied I said somethi[ng] this morning that I did not  could not get her to tell me what and this disappointed me she observed my silence but thought me not well too late to go farther so stop tar Rive de Gier at 9 – good supper at 10 - very fine day - very hot - F71 ½° now at 11 ¼ pm.

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Magazine/Book Assignment: Work In Progress 1 (Proposal)

One idea I have for this project is a tabloid-style news magazine centered around the various gods and deities of worldwide myths and folklore. The magazine will be in a printed 9.5 x 12in format as to evoke actual tabloid magazines that one cand interact with. Fittingly, the magazine will use the column grid strategy (p.114-115) as to mimic the layout news and tabloid magazines such as People and the Time among others. and The whole idea was inspired by the fact that the gods of mythology (especially those of Greek mythology) tend to be dysfunctional with one another and have their own flaws or vices that makes them comparable to humans. Another inspiration is the general absurdity of how myths and folklore are told, with all manner of weird creatures and series of events serve to either explain how and why things exist. Couple that with the fact that mythology constantly evolved over time and generally has no longstanding canon, mythology is quite disjointed and . As such, I thought I would be fun to depict the gods of ancient mythology as celebreties with their own gossips and controversies, all while sprinkling in some nods towards myths. All of this will be depicted through digital drawings that evoke papparazi pictures.

Another idea I have is a catalogue which sells and commodofies ancient artifacts. Just like the previous idea, this one will be in a printed 9.5 x 12in to resemble catalogues and give a more hands on approach complete with real photographs of artifacts under dubious ownership. As for the design strategy, the catalogue will use a mix of spontaneous composition (p.151) along with grid deconstruction and splicing (p.210-211) to give it an artsy and avant-garde feel. Meanwhile, the hands-on approach is meant to tie into the general idea behind this, namely the ethics behind the display and ownership of these artifacts. The issue with many of the artifacts seen in museums around are sourced via theft and the black market, with the former being a byproduct of colonialism and fascination with owning everything including history itself. Moreover, there is also the fact that once separated from their home countries, these artifacts are now devoid of any deeper significance and instead represent a romanticised view of certain cultures, including those of existing ones. As such, the framing of this ethical issue through a shopping catalogue serves to satirize the collective commodification and fetishization of artifacts and question the viewer on how these important pieces of cultures are viewed.

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Google Pixel Fold: Unfolding a New Era of Innovation

Do you remember how last week, it appeared that we had heard the complete narrative on the Google pixel fold thanks to Jon Prosser’s leaks about release dates, camera specs, pricing, and additional information, along with a brief hands-on video that emerged online, followed by an almost exhaustive rundown of its essential characteristics?

Unfolding a New Era of Innovation: Everything You Need to Know About the Google Pixel Fold

As it happens, some of the significant inquiries regarding Google pixel fold 2023 device remained unanswered, and a couple of minor yet crucial ones might have been mistakenly addressed initially.

Evan Blass is present today to clarify everything, from battery capacity and charging speeds to product dimensions. Additionally, he disclosed some previously unknown details, such as screen brightness and detailed camera specifications, shortly after revealing the most transparent, sharpest, and most “official” Google Pixel Fold images.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Google Pixel Fold Specs

139.7 x 79.5 x 12.1mm folded dimensions;

139.7 x 158.7 x 5.8mm unfolded dimensions;

283 grams weight;

7.6-inch internal folding OLED display with 6:5 aspect ratio, 2208 x 1840 pixel resolution (380 ppi density), 120Hz refresh rate technology, 1450 nits of peak brightness, plastic protective layer;

5.8-inch front OLED screen with 17.4:9 aspect ratio, 2092 x 1080 pixel resolution (408 ppi density), 120Hz refresh rate support, 1550 nits of peak brightness, Gorilla Glass Victus cover glass;

Google Tensor G2 processor;

Titan M2 co-processor;

12GB LPDDR5 RAM;

256 or 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage;

4,821mAh battery (typical capacity);

30W wired charging capabilities;

48MP primary rear camera with f/1.7 aperture, 82-degree field of view, 0.8 μm pixels, 1/2″ sensor;

10.8MP ultra-wide-angle camera with f/2.2 aperture, 121.1-degree field of view, 1.25 μm pixels, 1/3″ sensor;

10.8MP telephoto camera with dual pixel technology, f/3.05 aperture, 21.9-degree field of view, 5x optical zoom, 1.22 μm pixels, 1/3.1″ sensor;

9.5MP front-facing camera with dual pixel technology, f/2.2 aperture, 84-degree field of view, 1.22 μm pixels;

8MP inner camera with f/2.0 aperture, 84-degree field of view, 1.12 μm pixels;

IPX8 water resistance;

USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2;

Obsidian and Porcelain color options.

Comparison of the Pixel Fold’s Size With Its Competitors?

Regarding the best foldable phone, the main competitor to Google’s first-generation device (which runs on a second-generation Google chip) is Samsung’s highly praised Galaxy Z Fold 4. The Galaxy Z Fold 4 has dimensions of 155.1 x 130.1 x 6.3mm when it’s unfolded and 155.1 x 67.1 x 14.2-15.8mm when it’s folded.

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The Google pixel fold phone is a wholly distinct entity. Still, it’s up to personal preference whether the shorter, broader, and slimmer body is preferable to the Z Fold 4 and the forthcoming Galaxy Z Fold 5, which have undergone minimal changes.

Are we going to see a Pixel fold from Google? I wonder if Google will release a foldable phone soon? It would be interesting to see if the Google Pixel Fold makes it to the list of the best foldable phones.

Will there be a new Pixel in 2023? I’m curious about the possibility of a new Pixel release in 2023. It would be exciting to see what features and advancements the new device will offer.

What is Pixel fold called? I’m also curious about the new Pixel release in 2023. I’m not sure what it will be called, but it will be exciting to see what features and advancements the device will offer. By the way, do you happen to know what the Pixel fold is called?

Are foldable phones here to stay? I’m interested to know if foldable phones are becoming a permanent fixture in the smartphone industry. It’s fascinating to see how technology is evolving and I’m curious about what new features these devices will offer in the future. Speaking of which, have you heard what the foldable Google Pixel phone will be named.

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Wolf eel dangerous

This is a riskier pairing, but it is possible. Even if the Snowflake is a baby and doesn’t touch the clownfish, when it grows up it will. In a smaller tank, this pairing is risky. But in a 200-gallon tank where the eel is fed consistently, this relationship could work. 8) Clownfish Clownfish By Itself With An Anemone | Photo 13861931 / Anemonefish © Calek | Ĭlownfish are smaller, non-aggressive fish that you might not think would pair well with an eel. This works for both of them because snails can also help break down the mess after an eels messy feeding. Eels won’t bother the snail and can thrive in the clean water that the snails help provide. They are a great addition to any tank because they can maintain healthy water quality for the fish. Snails will eat the algae build-up, dead plants, and food waste in your tank. 7) Snails Turbo Snail | Photo 167740187 / Snail © Voislav Kolevski | Sea urchins only use their spines for self-defense. However, it is your responsibility to make sure the fish, eels, and sea urchins in your tank are monitored and cared for since a scenario where a sea urchin feels threatened may prove dangerous for fish. It is unlikely the eel will eat the sea urchin. Sea urchins are known to be safe to keep with other fish including Snowflake eels. 6) Sea Urchins Blue Tuxedo Urchin | Photo 133515351 © Voislav Kolevski | Eels like to hide under rocks and stay there for most of the day. One reason a starfish would be a good fit with the eel in a big enough tank is that starfish need rocks to dwell on. However, with a big enough tank, the eel should not feel the need to attack the starfish and they could live in harmony. A starfish is an invertebrate and eels in the wild eat invertebrates. In a smaller tank, a starfish could be a quick snack for a Snowflake eel. 5) Starfish Red Starfish | Photo 3592212 © Olga Khoroshunova | Angelfish in general are considered semi-aggressive fish, and with their big size, they will not likely be bothered by the eel. Their maximum size in captivity is 12in and typically angelfish are meant to live in larger tanks which is also what is needed for the eel. 4) Angelfish Emperor Angelfish | Source: Deposit PhotosĮmperor, flame, and other kinds of angelfish are natives to the Indian and Pacific oceans just like Snowflake eels. Feeding the eel at night might work best as eels generally are more nocturnal and hide in their rocks all day. In some cases finding the appropriate feeding time for both fish is challenging as they may steal food from one another. The triggers typically will not attack the eels either. They are natural hunters and because of this, it’s hard to imagine an eel being able to swallow one for dinner. Triggerfish can be both big and aggressive. 3) Triggerfish Blackbelly Triggerfish | Photo 9004154 © Sergey Skleznev | Tangs are a kind of fish that show up regularly and there are not many reported challenges with acclimating them to Snowflake eels. Many aquarium owners however have responded to inquiries on forums about the best companions to a Snowflake eel. Tangs are typically peaceful fish, but a few can be known to be aggressive. Tangs are typically big enough not to be bothered by Snowflake eels. 2) Tangs Blue tang (Paracanthurus hepatus), AKA Palette surgeonfish, Regal tang | Source: Deposit Photos Both the eel and the lionfish would do well in a 200-gallon tank as both of them would have the proper space and habitat to live comfortably without getting in each other’s way. Also, its dorsal spines make it a turn-off as a meal for Snowflake eels. The lionfish need large tanks to dwell in just like the Snowflake eel. Lionfish also grow very large, reaching lengths between 6 and 18 inches. A user on a forum from has said that in their “aggressive tank, the lionfish is the only fish the Snowflake eel is indifferent to.” With the lionfish being an aggressive kind of fish, eels have been known to not mess with them. 1) Lionfish Lionfish | Photo 43303047 © Aurinko | To help you out, I have compiled a list of the best possible tank mates to pair with a Snowflake eel. Now as for finding the right tank mates for a Snowflake eel, this can be very challenging. Because of their large size and predatory nature, it can be tricky finding the right tank mates for their peculiar diet. Snowflake eels are beautiful, majestic creatures, capable of growing to be about 2ft long when they’re kept in an aquarium.

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What Is Google Pixelbook 12in really All About?

The Google Pixelbook 12in is a tablet that can be used for both work and gaming. It is compatible with PC, console, and Google Play mobile games. A multitouch display is a plus for game makers, and the keyboard is quick to respond and comfortable to use. The Chrome OS and the Android operating system make this a great laptop for work and gaming. It comes with an audio mode to accommodate the Wacom pen, so gamers can also use the tablet as a gaming machine.

Multitouch display

The Google Pixelbook 12in has an incredible screen for a tablet. It offers high-quality audio, a comfortable keyboard, and a fingerprint scanner. Its lightweight and thin profile make it easy to carry around and perfect for traveling. Other features of this laptop include its two USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports and a headphone jack. Overall, it offers excellent value for money. Read on to find out why it's one of the best laptops for gaming.

A great Chromebook with a good display is an important feature. The Pixelbook offers a screen with 421 nits of brightness, much brighter than standard laptop screens. The average laptop screen has 290 nits of brightness, which means it is more than a few shades less than the brightness threshold. The multitouch display on the Pixelbook is one of the best on a laptop. It is compatible with most web apps and Android apps, including games.

The Google Pixelbook has an incredibly efficient processor. The Core i5 is 3.3 GHz, while the Core i7 is 3.6 GHz. It runs Android applications without any lag. It even splits the screen when you're playing HD YouTube videos so you can view both sides of the screen simultaneously. The touchscreen is also responsive enough to allow you to open more than a dozen tabs at once.

Intel Core i5 or Core i7 processor

The Intel Core i5 or i7 processor in the Google Pixelbook 12in is a powerful processor that makes this Chromebook very powerful. This laptop weighs just 2.5 pounds and is durable thanks to its aluminum body. The laptop also features two USB Type-C connectors on the sides, draining power from them between the edges. The screen is made of aluminum, and the keyboard is backlit. Its speakers are impressive, and the audio quality is excellent. The Chromebook is an excellent portable device, but the price is too high.

The battery life of the Google Pixelbook 12in is good, but not great. Most laptops are rated for about ten hours of usage. However, the Pixelbook's battery life is slightly shorter than most laptops, so you must be very careful when comparing it to other devices. However, Google's new Pixelbook has a fast charging feature that ensures a full charge within 15 minutes. Another great feature of the new laptop is that it supports fast charging over USB-C, so you can charge it up in under an hour and have it ready to go again. Unlike the MacBook, the Pixelbook's battery life is good. The Intel Core i5 or Core i7 processors give the laptop the speed it needs to perform tasks and multi-task.

When it comes to performance, the Google Pixelbook 12in is a powerful laptop that has received rave reviews since its launch. Its sleek design and streamlined operation make it an excellent choice for design-oriented businesses. The laptop also features dual-core processing, which is one of the most efficient and powerful processors available for Chromebooks. If you're a web developer, the Google PixelBook 12in has all the ingredients you need to make a great app.

Wacom pen

If you plan to use a digital stylus on your new pixelbook, you should consider getting a Wacom pen. Google creates this active stylus in collaboration with Wacom. It delivers excellent pressure sensitivity and tilts support. It also doubles as a magnifying glass and laser pointer. Plus, it's easy to tether it to your Pixel phone. But, before you spend your hard-earned cash on this nifty pen, ensure you know what you're getting.

Its swiveling design can double as a tablet. When the keyboard is flipped up, the device turns into a tablet. The Pixelbook 12in supports full multitouch input, which works well with touchscreen applications, like Google's Gmail. A separate pen for this model costs PS99. Its extra features include an enhanced set-up of Google Assistant and pen latency. A software update will also be released soon to add support for Wacom's software.

Pricing for the Pixelbook starts at $999 for the i5 base model and goes up to $1,649 for the top-of-the-line model. The Pixelbook Pen costs another $99 and is necessary only for certain tasks. Overall, the Pixelbook is a highly capable and versatile laptop that can compete with the best of the competition. Remember that it's not necessarily better, but it's a great choice for those who use a laptop for work and play.

Android app integration

The Pixelbook 12in runs Windows 10 and is one of the few gadgets from Google that runs on the operating system. Its storage space is limited, but it supports Microsoft Office, so you can open, edit, download, and convert documents. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files can be opened and used on the Pixelbook. A USB port lets you connect a keyboard and mouse. A built-in webcam allows you to view websites and videos.

For gamers, the Google Pixelbook 12 offers a solid gaming experience, which makes it a great choice for game development. Android apps are integrated into the Google Play store so that users can access various mobile games. Users can also activate the keyboard for better typing speed. And, of course, the Pixelbook 12's screen is bright enough for watching movies or playing video games. And the Google Assistant button makes it easy to get in touch with your favorite assistant.

The performance of the Google Pixelbook 12in is impressive. Despite its compact dimensions, it is lightweight and efficient. Its TPM technology provides enhanced security. It is a versatile device capable of connecting to multiple Chrome devices and bringing a seamless experience. Users will also appreciate the flexible features of the Pixelbook, including Android app integration. Its battery life is decent and can last as long as 10 hours.

Metal unibody design

The Google Pixelbook is one of the market's most modern and aesthetically pleasing laptops. Its metal unibody design, silicon wrist rests, and a 3:2 aspect ratio make the Pixelbook an ideal companion for anyone who wants a portable device with a modern aesthetic. It's not the most durable laptop on the market, but it looks beautiful. However, you'll still have to take care of it if you're looking for a long-lasting laptop.

The keyboard is backlit, has a decent key size, and is easy to type on. The trackpad is backlit and features a chiclet mechanism for easy use, even in dim lighting. In addition to being comfortable to use, the Google Pixelbook's size makes it convenient for portability. Although it's not as powerful as a desktop computer, it offers an exceptional gaming experience and is an excellent choice for everyday use.

The Google Pixelbook 12in is a sturdy laptop with a stunning metal unibody design. Its price hovers around $1,000, but its solid aluminum construction and warm-grip wrist grips make it easy to hold while working or playing. Its camera can take square photos and is a perfect choice for work or family photos. There are also plenty of ports for connecting external accessories, including a headphone jack.

Battery life

The battery life of Google Pixelbook 12in is a good 10 hours if you're not too concerned with the weight of the laptop. Moreover, the device supports fast charging, extending its use time further. While this laptop has a limited battery life, it is still much better than many other Chromebooks. Compared to an average Chromebook, it can last up to eight hours. Nevertheless, its low performance may be discouraging to some users.

The battery life of the Google Pixelbook 12in is considerably lower than the typical laptop. It can last up to seven and 43 minutes on a single charge. However, it is significantly better than most desktops. The laptop has a fast-charging battery that can recharge in 15 minutes, making it a good choice for those who frequently need to use the laptop for long periods. Even though the battery life is not as long as a desktop, the laptop's performance is good. Its Intel Core i7 processor speeds up applications.

The screen of the Google Pixelbook 12in offers brilliant colors. Its brightness is 400 nits, significantly higher than the national average of 299.9 units. As a result, the Pixelbook can produce vibrant images. In a recent game, Erik Killmonger's skin was rendered with a dimple texture that made his skin look pale and unnatural. Its battery should last up to ten hours of usage.

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for somebody who does printing and also worked housekeeping it is hilarious how much of a baby i am about my hands. they are princess hands and they will never harden to the work required of them and every time i break a nail or get a paper cut or a bunch of microabraisions across my knuckles i WILL get emotional about it

#'hey i think we're out of the legal size boxes should i do 8.5x11' #'no i think you can fit the booklets in the three boxes' #'all 600 of them?' #'yeah' #'mmm okay' #gentle reader i did not #i just did the math and i needed 100 booklets in the rows #bc two rows in a box #like i knew that but i wanted to know how thick the paper would be in a perfect world where the booklets are not springing open at me #so for 28 page booklets with 60lb covers #we can say 30 pages of roughly .1mm #and for 100 books i need to put 3000 pages in the box lengthwise #which is 30cm #which is under 12in #and i had 14 inches of box #but the spring destroyed me #things be different when you're folding booklets that are too thick for their own good #i got home from work over two hours ago and i still haven't recovered #gonna try to go do costume stuff tho

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are you planning on doing a big chop? as someone who went from hip length to one inch under the chin, i have to be honest and say that the biggest change is the amount of hair product lol

i mean, I've been using this new shampoo bottle for like two months when before I'd go through two bottles per month

I cut off like 12in (30cm) which still left my hair below my shoulders, the usual length I had it before pandemic, I just hadn’t gone to get it cut because of fear but well I am vaxxed so it should be fine right? I have enough hair to put it on a high pony, which is my to go style, so all is good.

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1904 10 04, Yellow Sea, battleship Retvizan - Paul Wright

CHARGE OF THE RETVIZAN AT THE BATTLE OF THE YELLOW SEA

On August 10,1904, the First Pacific Squadron attempted a breakout to Vladivostok. Late that afternoon it looked as if the Russian fleet would successfully escape. Thirty minutes before sunset, however, the flagship Tsesarevich was hit by two 12in. shells. One hit the bridge, killing the admiral commanding the fleet, the command staff and the helmsman.The second hit the rudder, putting the ship in a tight circle. Following the uncommanded flagship caused the Russian formation to disintegrate. As most of the Russian fleet milled about in confusión, the Japanese, seeing this confusión, closed on Tsesarevich to sink it. The captain of the battleship Retvizan, Eduard Schensnovich, decided to protect Tsesarevich . He turned Retvizan towards the Japanese battle line,conducting a lone battleship charge against the entire Japanese fleet. A hurricane of shells rained down as Retvizan became the target of four Japanese battleships and two large armored cruisers. The shells fell so thick Japanese ships could not determine which shell splashes were theirs and which were due to other ships. This prevented these ships from correcting errors. They also could not tell whether their shells were landing over Retvizan or short of it.

The charge succeeded in drawing Japanese attention away from Tsesarevich and caused the Japanese to move the their battle line away from the Russian fleet. Tsesarevich reached theTsingtao after night fell. Although Captain Schensnouich was wounded and Retvizan hit 18 times, the ship escaped serious damage. As darkness fell, Retvizan rejoined th eRussian battle line, now under command of Admiral Pavel Ukthomsky, and was able to steam back to Port Arthur that evening.

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My deity(ies) experience

Part 1: Childhood and teenagehood story of conflict.

I may or may not type part 2; we will see

***trigger warning: talking about blood and bleeding disorders in detail***

Im going to speak on something personal and is not meant to show any kind of disrespect to any of the deities I have interacted with in the past.

This isn't a "how to" but more of a chronicled transitional life events from the time i was a child up to the present as an adult.

As a child, like most US Americans, i grew up in a (nondenominational) Christian household celebrating and paying respects to that ideal. It was hard for me to clearly connect with the Christ Lord and in fact as a juvenile (6/7 yr old) the greek and egyptian pantheons made more sense to me.

I dont know if it was that the greek gods intermingling and then the showing of great petty and occasionally destructive behavior with their own worshippers and each other or the certain charm that came with how egyptian gods had interacted with the judeo-christian islamic pantheon as described in the old testament. But it was those two pagan pantheons that i had more exposure to in my home and it was their names i learned first.

One thing i knew as a child, despite my fascination with the psycophants and the lords messengers the angels of jci books, i could not accept the Christ Lord and His Father as my Shepherd. I didn't feel His love, His love seemed to have left me as a severely chronically ill child that spent most of my time alone and in pain.

Perhaps my straying was influenced by the sheer amount of rejection i had received at school, my community church, and some family. In any regard, by 11 or 12 i had decided that i would switch Gods and honor a different pantheon.

Repeatedly, through out my feeble life, i had been told by doctors and by the authority around me that i was dying. If i dont take my medicine, dont eat correctly, limit my activity, and so forth, that i was going to die bloated, blue, and alone in the hospital.

As a tween, i became morbid and obsessed with that idea of death especially since i had been recitated a couple times before i understood the concept of an after life. (My poor mother.) As a result of my upbringing, i have been accused of being sullen and dark by those around me due this constant memento mori.

Despite my ever decimating health problems and the threat of their festering dominion it was still my fault for being macabre. I digress.

Christ Lord and i had ceased our estranged communications after one very serious hemorrhage that landed me in the hospital as an 8yrold despite my prayers to stop it or relieve me from the coil. And insult to injury, was assured by a well intentioned nurse that it was within His plan. I no longer believed i could be heard or if i was heard obviously it was within His plan that i suffered thusly. I was disciplined by my catholic grandmother for having this faltering faith once i recovered enough to leave the hospital.

Always on my death bed and with one deformed foot in the grave, using my morbidity and macabre mind i had beseeched my first pagan god and renounced my affiliation with that of christian naysaying. In return, I had been received by a very sympathetic Anubis.

At eleven or twelves years old constantly on the brink of death, i called to the egyptian underworld one evening as blood poured from my face into the porcelain bowl of my downstairs toilet, "please make it stop. I cant take it this anymore."

Slowly becoming a trickle, for the first time in a very long time, years maybe, my facial hemorrhaging did not result in an emergency hospital stay and for once fully clotted. Yes the blood clot was like a foot (12in or 36 cm) long when i pulled it from my sinus cavity but it was better than bleeding out. Clotting is better than bleeding particularly when your disorder prevents you from clotting properly.

It was the first time i had actively received an answer to my prayers in a moment of crisis and weakness. Recalling the name i invoked, the name that spun and created comfort was He, Anubis, who made death his duty and chose to pick my foot out of the early grave.

(I cannot attest my recovery to medical miracles. My doctors had struggled with figuring out why i had these and how treat me to no end. I have had very bad interactions with many specialists as a result. So, it was fairly defeating when i suffered and it was equally mysterious to them when I began to recover.)

Since invoking Anubis the first time in ire of suffering and under the derision of fear, was the last time i agonized with my facial stigmata to the brink of unconsciousness. I still struggle with it like all my illnesses but that was the final time i had to loom over a bowl to properly gauge how much blood i was losing.

I still honor and thank my old friend to this day but as i slowly crept from the edge of the grave, i eventually had to talk to my good god and inform him that i feel i no longer struggled with imminent death and it was time for me, a 15/16 year old teen girl, to seek out another god or goddess that would bring growth in my life. Though Anubis was a great and wonderful god to have worked with for years since i was a child, i was no longer as concerned with the nearness of my death bed and no longer required such intense treatment from a manager of death.

Invocation of his name became less and less until we had mutually agreed that it was time for me to move on.

Which name was next? i had wondered. Would i ever have such a connection with another god or goddess as i did with Anubis?

Though i knew of other names and they had lingered on my tongue since i was a girl, the answer was No. I could not find another deity for years.

My health regressed but it still posed no lethal threat. I was bed ridden but not with fear of dying.

Hope escaped me. And for a solid 5 or 6 years, i was a godless heathen.

Doesn't mean i had lost practice. I just no longer involved the name of a deity and instead worked with minor or lesser beings like fairfolk, angels, daemons, etc.

Alas! A name will come to you once you start craving for the chant.

That is what had happened to me in my adult life.

I was 23/24 before another name, one that i have been familiar with throughout my late childhood and teenhood, rung out over the others. However, I did not realize that they were volunteering to be my next invocation and my next ethereal guide.

Twas an ancient deity of many pantheons of many names that was demonized during a time of philosophical growth with minimal success.

Working with them has been, i would say, mostly rewarding. Since i am still working with this very ancient presence and still learning about their nature, i am still building my relationship with them even though i have known many of their aspects from the interaction within the last few years.

So, i show reluctance in talking about this deity and their nature on the prospect that they are a complicated being that is not as straightforward as my relationship with Anubis had been. Nor does my knowledge of them suffice for me to say that i can teach you about them.

But hot damn, do they know how to push progress in such a cataclysmic way and with superior power moves. Not a gentle hand but certainly a firm one.

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Monday 3 July 1837

7 20

2 35

very fine morning F62° at 8 20 – out about till breakfast at 9 in about ¾ hour – talking to Mr. Gray on the pressure of water led me to Lardner’s hydrostatics after breakfast for ¼ hour when called down about 10 to Mr. Harper – explained briefly sundry matters especially about the water wheel, and went down to Jonathan Mallinson Ing and brought up Joseph Mann to Mr. Harper and then Booth with Mr. Woods’ plans – (Joseph M- and his men began Jonathan Mallinson Ing this morning to bury scale and level down the whole of the old high road that used to cross it) – about 12 went down to the meer to Mr. Gray – stood talking sometime then came in with him about (before) 1 – A-‘s Irish tenant Francis Carter of Hatter’s field came to pay A- a quarters’ rent (30/.) and to give up the key – had got his furniture out, and was going to Leeds this afternoon, and seemed in a hurry to be off – had been twice to the Black horse to pay his rent to Mr. SW- but could not meet with him – a Thomas Mallinson of Beacon hill came with him to take the cottage – sent the latter away having taken his address saying A- would desire Mr. SW- to inquire about him – then went to A- found her lying down all right at breakfast did not know anything was the matter just asked if I should take the rent for her or if she would go down herself  she began crying Mr SW- ought to settle these things she was quite tired of paying him and having all to do herself  no I was not to take the rent she would send George  the man ought give three months’ notice or pay three months rent she would send him to Mr. Parker I said I thought this would be more than it was worth she had better take the rent and have done with the man  she cried the more I said the was very foolish to cry about it she answered she would try to do for herself we had not been happy of late wished I would let her go away I calmly replied I would not make her unhappy  she should do as she liked little Mary came in I sent her down then said well my love I shall give you a kiss (did so) and go out which I did immediately and saw her no more till dinner when all pass off tolerably  went to the meer afterwards and on returning found coffee made but A- was gone to bed  found her door fast on my coming upstairs  well now surely I shall get rid of her sometime with Mr. Gray after his luncheon he explaining to me his plan of the terrace and new idea for the laundry court – then with Mawson at the hay-barn road – agreed that he should form it at 4/. per rood – the 3 men Mr. Gray has had today barrowing stuff across the water from near th hut to the by-wash to begin the hay-barn road tomorrow and Mr. G- to have Robert M- and c° - Messrs. Gray and Harper together all the afternoon explaining each other’s plans – Holt came about 3 – gave him the note Mr. Harper had just written desiring him to be here at 10 am tomorrow told him the pith of Mr. Alexander’s letter and my answer – H- would not work Swan banks colliery if it was given to him – it would not pay its expense – but the bottom of the bank would be worth a thousand pounds to me – all my coal to below Mytholm could easily be brought out there nothing wanted but 200 yards long of walling and arching which would be done at 10/. per yard and then I should neither want Inclined plane near steam engine – R- had bought off the annual payment to Mrs. Prescott – told H- he must try to manage this matter for me as well

Mr. W-‘s bottom of bank colliery worth £1000 to me

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as he could – said he should have to see Mr. Jeremiah R- on Thursday told him to say I had mentioned Mr. A-‘s letter and my answer – that the Swan banks colliery could be of no use to me, but that as there was now no chance of R-‘s getting my coal, and his low bed loose could be of no use to anybody but me perhaps H- might persuade me to give £500 for it – H- said he observed when he last saw Mr. Jeremiah R- that he had inquired if the Incline would really be done – and H- said yes! it was let, and my coal would be better for sale than R-‘s which JR- owned was true, and that they should not have laid out so much money at the bottom of the bank if they had not thought of having my coal – H- said if I could get this low bed loose and staith at the bottom of the bank, I could put in 15 or 20 colliers in 2 months from this time – 15 acres now laid quite dry by R-‘s loose – told H- to do his best on Thursday and let me know – if there was any likelihood of agreeing with Mr. R- I needed not be at the expense of getting the gin down to pump the engine pit – the engine pit might be done at leisure – neither nor .:. the wheel would wanted (H- said at 1st) these dozen years to come – but still he said afterwards he would advise my going on with it – when out just before Holt came had had Mr. George Robinson in wheat field part of lodge road – he came to know what the rent was to be – I said he had told me ‘he must come into my will’ and I had considered the thing settled – Lower brea to be £80 a year and I would lay nothing out – he said ‘very well’ – to the latter – and I must do as well as I could for him about the rent – I said I had put it down at £80 per annum and as to the notices to quit he must have them as usual – that it should not be known, but that I would say nothing to nullify the notice in case of accident – then other conversation – thought I should not have water enough for the mill – Stocks had bid Wilson a great deal of money and he and W- and Holdsworth were going to join, and loose all the Northowram coal into the black brook – had only Joseph Wilkinson to agree with and one little bit of [interning] property to pass thro’ (I guess in silence this in Dr. Alexanders’ temple of the winds) vid Extract and value as stated by the old man at Todbottoms a month or 2 ago – on telling Holt all this, he laughed at it – said they never could do it – they would have all the water to pump –it could not be done these 20 years – on Holt’s going about 3 ¾ or 4, in and out – at the meer till after the six o’clock bell rang – the water up to within an inch or 2 of the by wash – talk of putting the plank in, and raising the water to the utmost = 12in. above the bywash – then with Messrs. Harper and Gray – stood out talking of the hotel etc. to send for Mr. Parker tomorrow – he to let the hotel – might otherwise feel neglected and not do his best for me in the business – the advertisement to be out immediately Mr. H- now finds Carr has affronted a great many people – he is evidently [managing] to get the hotel – Braithwaite has retaken the George Inn – H- thinks I shall have a great many applications – Mr. Husband to be settled with on Wednesday and then be off – the east tower may be brought forward and temporary kitchens got out off the gallery – I agree to give up the dry arches very expensive and good for too little to be worthwhile – H- thinks (Mr. Gray has done much good in this respect and others) that perhaps I had best do something towards furnishing the hotel – he seems for the mill – I had said I would give it up – H- said it could be completed for £1200 and according to this calculations there would be water enough – seemed not remember that the contents of the meer could be drawn off in 5 ¾ hour or six – dinner at 7 20 – Had Charles Howarth for a minute or 2 brought his bills – to come tomorrow rail off gap between Long field end and Little field brow, and prepare roof of hay barn, and boat-house roof etc – out from about 8 ¾ to 9 ¾ - at the meer with Mr. Gray – coffee – A- gone to bed – her door locked on my coming upstairs at 10 35 at which hour F57° very fine day – then till 12 wrote all the above of today – Begun hay time (as I suppose having so ordered it) this afternoon nearby mowing the platform piece of Walsh land – I shall indeed that heaven prospers me if I can make a reasonable agreement with Mr. Rawson for his low bed loose this will loose me so that I can do without A-s’ help  what will become of her! but god be thanked for all his mercies – note tonight from Mr. Adam to say the completion of the purchase of Hardcastle’s wood and the road to it is fixed for Friday next – wood £100 road £10 = £110 Robert Mann + 5 at the back Lodge road throwing the soil up on the east side this afternoon – in the morning puddling and walling the new pool as far as the stone would go – new doorway from kitchen opening into the new court to the east, began by 2 masons this morning – Edward at the laundry drying closet as on Saturday and Friday at this or the chimney – the flagging room the house (to the north) done on Saturday except the piece left under the housekeepers’ room windows – know not what the rest of the masons were doing today – the tower slating done on Saturday I think – wrote thus and writing out memoranda etc. till 12 40 – then looking over rental till 1 ¼ - no! 1 ½ seeing what income I have without Northgate or coal I may reckoning profit from land in my own hands at one hundred and twenty  I have about two thousand a year and say interest and expenses eleven hundred then I have nine hundred a year to spend –

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CALABRESE

It’s well worth growing your own calabrese because home-grown crops are much more tender and flavorful than shop-bought types. The plants produce one main central head and then numerous smaller side-shoots, which prolong the harvest period; the florets also freeze well, so any gluts can be preserved for later. If you’re too short of space to sow in pots or modules indoors, direct sowings in summer outdoors will perform extremely well.

1. GETTING STARTED Calabrese prefer rich, well-drained soil, so dig in plenty of organic matter such as well-rotted manure or compost in the season before you intend to plant. Make sure that no other members of the brassica family have been planted in the same location in the previous year; this will help to prevent the build-up of soil pests and diseases.

-Fiesta produces large, well-rounded heads and a good crop of secondary side-shoots.

-Ironman produces a reliable crop of dome-shaped, blue–green heads with fine buds.

-Belstar keeps well once cut and is worth growing for its tasty blue-green heads.

-Kabuki can be harvested when young for a second crop. Good for small spaces.

2. SOWING SEEDS Calabrese can be sown under cover in pots or large modules to transplant later. Fill the container with seed compost, firm gently, water well, and make two holes per pot or module, 1cm (1⁄2in) deep. Drop a seed into each hole, cover with compost, and water in lightly. Once emerged, thin to leave the stronger seedling. Alternatively, seed can be sown directly into the final position outside. Create a seedbed: mark out rows 30cm (12in) apart and sow a cluster of three seeds every 20cm (8in), into holes 2cm (3⁄4in) deep. Thin the seedlings to the strongest and use organic pellets for slug protection.

-Calabrese can be overwintered in a frost-free greenhouse for harvests in early spring. Sow two or three seeds in each individual pot in late summer or early autumn.

-After germination seedlings will need to be thinned to one per pot or module as they develop. When they are about 15cm (6in) tall they will be ready to plant out.

3. PLANTING OUT Once indoor-sown plants are 15cm (6in) tall, harden them off and plant out 20cm (8in) apart, in rows 30cm (12in) apart. Don’t let them become root-bound as this can cause the premature formation of small heads. Keep the plants well watered and well weeded. Put a brassica collar around each plant to deter cabbage root fly.

-Divide up your plot using bamboo canes and string – this will help you work out your plant spacings and will provide support for netting.

-Young plants should be hardened off and planted out as soon as possible in spring, as they cope best with being moved if the weather is not too warm.

4. ROUTINE CARE As the heads of the plants begin to develop, draw soil around the base of the stems to stabilize them – this is called “earthing up”. At this point a liquid high-nitrogen fertilizer can be applied to boost the main head size and to encourage the production of side-shoots for subsequent harvests.

-Tall varieties may need staking if earthing up does not provide sufficient support. Tie the plants in to sturdy bamboo canes as necessary.

5. PROTECTING PLANTS Erect a frame of netting over your plants to deter birds – especially pigeons and cabbage white butterflies. Ensure the net is fine, with a maximum mesh diameter of 5mm (1⁄4in) to stop the adult butterflies reaching your plants, and keep it taut to reduce the risk of birds becoming entangled in it.

-Mealy cabbage aphids target brassica crops and can swarm plants, disfiguring the leaves. Aim to protect crops at an early stage.

6- HARVESTING The first cutting can be expected approximately 3–4 months after sowing, depending on the variety and time of year. Cut the main head off first and when the smaller side-shoots appear, harvest these. Young, tender leaves of calabrese can also be eaten.

-Use a knife to cut the heads whole before the tight flower buds begin to open. This encourages a second crop.

Note : Calabrese plants spaced closely (15cm/6in apart) give a flush of small heads.

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A Crown Heights Duo Remodels Their Smallest Spaces

A dream shower and walk-in closet complete this Crown Heights closet and bathroom renovation

“After” photos by Miao Jiaxin for Sweeten

Homeowners: Kate + Max posted their bathroom and closet renovation on Sweeten

Where: Crown Heights in Brooklyn, New York

Primary renovation: A new bathroom layout and combining closets in a 610-square-foot apartment

Sweeten general contractor

Sweeten’s role: Sweeten matches home renovation projects with vetted general contractors, offering advice, support, and financial protection—at no cost to the homeowner.

Written in partnership with Sweeten homeowners Kate + Max

Before: Finding the right time to renovate

We’ve all walked into homes where two different sets of ideas are in play. This renovation was part of a quest for cohesion. We’d established an aesthetic when we’d updated the kitchen two years before, and we were now putting in a bathroom and closet we could love. The old set of ideas included a showerhead on the long side of the bathtub and pitch-dark storage spaces. We were not sad to see them go.

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We are Kate, a creative director for a women’s wellness startup, Max, a data analyst at a tech firm, and Lenny, a female Pitbull/Rat Terrier mix. We live in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, in a 1926 co-op building. We’re first-time homeowners of a 610-square-foot one-bedroom apartment. We purchased in January 2016 as first-time buyers. We didn’t change the place until 2019 when we renovated the kitchen.

We planned to wait to continue renovating, but the combination of being home due to Covid-19 and having few opportunities to spend money meant that we wanted a nicer place and we accelerated our savings plan. We decided to go for it this year and renovate the bathroom and our closet as a single project.

Swapping out the tub for a shower

Remodeling the 35-square-foot bathroom was a style choice, but also one of function. In the existing room, neither the floor nor the walls were level. We hated that the shower head was in the middle of the wall on the tub’s long side. We wanted a modern stand-up shower with a glass door instead of the step-in tub and wraparound shower curtain. The closet redo made sense to tack on because of its proximity to the bathroom. We wanted to combine two small adjacent closets—one accessible from the bedroom, the other from the hallway—into a single large one. Neither closet had electrical wiring, so finding our things was a challenge. We knew we could net more storage if we merged them into one large closet.

This was easily the most challenging phase of the project, since we’d left Brooklyn on a road trip and were far away when the contractor discovered the problem. We didn’t need to worry.

After: Creating a whole new bathroom layout

We started in the bathroom. We rearranged the whole bathroom, so this was not a simple “rip and replace.” Moving the shower to the back wall meant relocating the toilet and reconfiguring the plumbing proved necessary. Our biggest questions were about the unknowns. In a nutshell, here’s what we learned: You can’t prepare for what’s behind a wall or under the floor. You carry out the demolition and hope to get lucky.

We’d decided we wanted white subway tile with a dark gray grout on the walls. The floor tiles had a distressed texture in dark gray. The vanity’s light wood finish matches our kitchen cabinets, and it offers tons of storage even though it’s only a 24-inch unit. The toilet search was more challenging than expected since we had specific size requirements, but eventually, we found one we liked.

The contractor handles the discovery under the subfloor

We’d heard plenty of nightmares about people moving plumbing in New York City bathrooms and hoped our fate might be different, but it wasn’t. Having completed most of the demolition, the contractors lifted the floor tile. Beneath the visible layer, they discovered two additional layers of tile. Once the subfloor was exposed, it was clear it had been compromised, both by years of trapped moisture and the weight of those three tile layers.

The co-op’s engineer brought onsite recommended pouring a new concrete slab, which added expense and impacted our schedule. This was easily the most challenging phase of the project since we’d left Brooklyn on a road trip and were far away when the contractor discovered the problem. We didn’t need to worry. Our contractor worked with the building’s engineer to pour the new slab to the required specifications.

Smooth communication with their contractor

Our Sweeten contractors provided us with updates via an online project-management tool that helped with communication throughout the job. The team used the tool to share photo and video updates. It helped to keep everyone in sync and organized. That platform really streamlined the conversation regarding every aspect of the job. The bathroom came together exactly as we’d hoped. We’re thrilled with the new storage, including an inset bottle nook in the shower. And the rain showerhead combined with our building’s incredible water pressure makes for an immersive experience every morning.

Combining closets for a larger one

The expanded bedroom closet came next. The contractors removed the wall separating the two smaller closets in order to merge them; we kept the door on the bedroom side. I love being able to see things in the closet, thanks to the increased space, and the addition of wiring let us install good lighting. For the shelving, we took a hybrid approach, buying all of the parts separately. The white shelves are typical closet shelves, but the racks are meant for garage storage. We can finally find our clothes!

This closet hack would also mean addressing the hallway with trim and paint. On that side, the contractors closed the door opening and painted the wall, where we later created a gallery wall for art and photos. The previous door trim was missing chunks of wood (likely from people moving big objects in/out of rooms and banging into the door frame.) It had also been painted a million times and was generally an eyesore. We knew replacing the door and window trim would go a long way towards refreshing the space. The red light fixture provides a nice pop of color.

Their Sweeten contractors: the right renovation partners

This was a much larger project than we thought we’d be taking on this year, but it worked out beautifully. Our Sweeten contractors were transparent about billing, supplying us with perfectly itemized invoices. They were terrific problem solvers, with elegant design sense and ideas that enhanced our final results. We love our new apartment!

Thank you, Max and Kate, for sharing your bathroom and closet renovation with us!

Materials Guide

BATHROOM RESOURCES: Bond Tile “Palermo” gray ceramic floor tile; Elite Tile “Crown Heights” ceramic subway wall tile; DreamLine “Encore” shower door with ClearMax

Technology; Latitude Run “Ranjeet” 3-tier display wall shelves; Wrought Studio Strobel surface-mount medicine cabinet: Walmart. Modern brass wall-mount shower set in matte black finish, #J020862-US-12IN-THSV-SB: Homary. Marina 24” Natural Oak Vanity: Eviva. Vega vanity light: Lightology. Toilet: Woodbridge.

CLOSET RESOURCES: Shelving: The Container Store. Rebrilliant “Kintzel” heavy-duty racks: Wayfair.

HALLWAY RESOURCES: Paint in White Opulence OC-69 in matte finish: Benjamin Moore. Light fixture: Light Stock Store.

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