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Tuesday, September 24, 2013
True or False: Steve Englehart Was My Favorite Writer of the Bronze Age
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Much as I like so many of his stories, especially in Avengers and Detective Comics, I'm going to have to say false, just because there are a few other writers of the period whose work I liked better then, and still like better now.
(Maybe it would have been better to do a "Spotlight on..." instead?)
Also, since the image shows some of Englehart's post-Bronze work, I thought I'd provide links to some of my personal favorites from the Bronze Age, i.e., the cover to the Strange Apparitions tpb:
The start of his brief, virtually forgotten, but thoroughly enjoyable stint as writer on Mister Miracle (where he also teamed up with Marshall Rogers):
And the original cover of his 1980 novel Point Man (by Rich Corben):
(sorry, that's the best image I could find on short notice - it is enlargeable).
- September 24, 2013 at 8:13 AM
- Doug said...
Ah, friend Edo, but the point of the post is for our commenters to give a "complete answer". So if Stainless Steve was your guy, gush all over his work. But if, say, Jim Starlin was more phenomenal in a reader's eyes, then he/she should try to convince us of Starlin's merits over Englehart's.
I know what I'm doing... ;)
- September 24, 2013 at 8:39 AM
- William said...
I'd have to say False. There are several writers that I personally prefer over Englehart. Such as Chris Claremont, Jim Shooter, Roger Stern, David Michelinie, and Roy Thomas.
I would embellish further on my choices, but I'm a little pressed for time today.
- September 24, 2013 at 8:52 AM
- Doug said...
William raises an interesting point (I'm using my inference skills here) -- if a writer was not your favorite, did they have stretches where they peaked and those runs or individual stories are your favorites?
So if Englehart was your overall guy, it could be possible that he didn't write any of your top three stories.
- September 24, 2013 at 8:55 AM
- Doc Savage said...
False. Wasn't he the one behind Mantis on the Avengers? This One can't stand the whole Celestial Madonna storyline. This One also was no fan of the silly Nixon-as-supervillain storyline in Captain America, which This One seems to recall was by Steve Englehart, too. Someone correct me if I'm misremembering.
I prefer Roger Stern on Avengers, Jack Kirby on Captain America.
- September 24, 2013 at 9:17 AM
- Doc Savage said...
I need to check some credits so I can come back with some candidates for favorites of the era. I am the comic book reader who never remembers who wrote most of the stuff!
- September 24, 2013 at 9:27 AM
- Doug said...
Although Mantis's speech patterns grew tired after awhile, I personally hold the Celestial Madonna saga as one of the best story arcs of the Bronze Age. It's scope was immense, it had numerous pay-offs throughout, and the fact that it basically became a bi-weekly when the Giant-Size issues were thrown in was groundbreaking.
Ditto on Secret Empire. For the time in which it was written, the pay-off was sharp political commentary.
And I say those supports of Englehart in no way to denigrate the writers others have offered. Love Roger Stern's Avengers and some of his Spidey, among other writers mentioned.
- September 24, 2013 at 9:37 AM
My false vote in no way diminishes the fondness I have for Englehart's stories, by the way: I also love the Celestial Madonna saga, and the Serpent Crown affair, and really pretty much the entirety of Englehart's Avengers run.
And to sort of address Doug's point above, I will say this: I think Englehart's stories in that brief run in Detective are my favorite Batman stories of the 1970s.
- September 24, 2013 at 9:49 AM
- Doug said...
Edo --
In regard to Englehart's run on Detective, I cannot imagine those stories without the great Marshal Rogers. Talk about two guys hitting their max at the same time! Just wonderful; wish it wasn't so short in duration, though!
- September 24, 2013 at 9:52 AM
- J.A. Morris said...
I enjoy some of his work, but I wouldn't call him my favorite.
- September 24, 2013 at 11:11 AM
- Karen said...
True for me. Stainless Steve wrote Avengers and Cap right in my prime reading years, as well as a number of other titles. He got me to buy Justice League for a brief period of time. I thought he was the best during the early to mid 70s at writing people in a realistic manner. He also picked up the baton from Roy Thomas and carried on the tradition of finding minute details from Marvel's past to weave into the fabric of current stories. His stories were innovative and expansive. They've stuck with me more than many others. So yeah, Steve's my guy.
- September 24, 2013 at 11:49 AM
- Doug said...
Since Roy Thomas has been brought up, I'd say that one of my problems in discussing Roy's work is the fact that because he wrote just about everything, and generally for an extended period of time, it's hard to pinpoint the true gems of his career. Obviously the Kree/Skrull War stands out, but does any of his FF work? His Conan is always good, but there's just so much of it (and many stories were adapted from Howard, deCamp, et al.).
- September 24, 2013 at 11:56 AM
I guess "True" for me. Loved his Cap (Secret Empire, Nomad), Avengers (Defenders War, Mantis). I drifted from comics during the late 70s-early 80s so don't know much else of what he did. But I recently started reading his late 80s FF run on the DVD (which I guess is technically post-Bronze) and am enjoying it. I need to finish that up.
- September 24, 2013 at 12:20 PM
False. I like Englehart's stuff, but I'd take Stern, Moench, Claremont, even Conway over him.
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- September 24, 2013 at 1:25 PM
- J.A. Morris said...
His creation of Mantis' speech patterns are enough for me to disqualify him as my "favorite" Bronze Age writer.
- September 24, 2013 at 1:53 PM
- Doug said...
Curious --
Why aren't Mantis's speech patterns "characterization", as Hank McCoy's and/or Ben Grimm's speech patterns are "characterization"?
- September 24, 2013 at 2:04 PM
Yeah, Englehart. I don't think that he was generally as crazily brilliant as Starlin, Gerber, or Kraft could sometimes be. However, the sheer bulk of his output, so much of which was memorable-that clinches it for me. His run on Captain America was fantastic.
Actually, I liked Kraft best, I just wish he had written more. And I enjoyed Kirby's stories, too, although the dialogue could be a bit painful.
- September 24, 2013 at 2:50 PM
- david_b said...
Quite frankly, 'This One' doesn't find Mantis-speak any odder than Lee's hilariously campy Thor-isms or Hulk-speak we've had to put up with (or enjoy...) for decades.
Seriously, I'll throw my vote to TRUE.
1) Avengers-Defenders Clash pretty much negates most criticism uttered thus far.. It WAS my 'Summer of '73', along with Gwen's death and the Carpenters and Wings on the AM Dial.
At that point, a Marvel Zuvembie became my true and only destiny.
2) Steve's subtle, yet powerful conscientious objector writing on Cap (ish 163) was a timeless look back at very poignant viewpoints back in the early '70s. Only Steve had the balls to do that.
3) Steve's portrayal of Sam Wilson, pretty much defining both him and Steve Rogers by their partnership, one of the first buddy teams (besides GL-GA) which suitably retired the hero-sidekick Gold and Silver Age partnerships..
("Bucky who..?")
4) Yes, the Secret Empire/Nomad saga, which under Steve's hand made CA&F among the top sellers for a few years there.
Ah, Quentin Harderman and the Committee.. Hmm, could Steve had gotten any more cryptic..?
5) Swordsman and Mantis, FINALLY, the Avengers developing some layers of jealosy and contempt in the ranks.., pushing Wanda out to a forefront to actually become an interesting character, just before her and Vish both moved to Dullsville USA as husband and wife..
6) Steve also solidified the Defenders, a good setup for Gerber to come in and make 'em weird again.
I never read his DC work, but early Marvel Bronze..? Steve was easily my hero.
Psst, it does helps to ignore his mid-80s WCA work ever happened. His evil twin, perhaps..?
- September 24, 2013 at 3:40 PM
- Vintage Bob said...
True! So very true! If the only thing Englehart had ever written was the Avengers/Defenders War, that alone was good enough to permanently cement him as my favorite comic writer of all time. Add to that his fantastic work on other storylines of the Avengers, Capt. America, Detective Comics, Mr. Miracle and others, and he comes out on top.
The rest of my Top Five Writers would be: Gerry Conway, Jack Kirby, Stan Lee, and Chris Claremont. Jim Shooter was one of my favorites until he utterly lost his mind and created Secret Wars. I think that alone would suffice to kick him off my top ten even.
But something about Englehart's work just always stands out as the best.
- September 24, 2013 at 6:12 PM
- Doug said...
Another curiosity from me --
I've heard the name of Jack Kirby invoked as a writer a few times today. For those of you who feel that way, are you talking about his plotting through the years, or his scripting? Because if it's the latter, we're going to have to sit down and have a talk...
- September 24, 2013 at 6:25 PM
- Fred W. Hill said...
For me it's a bit of toss up between Englehart and that other Steve -- Gerber! During the Bronze Age I would definitely have given the edge to Englehart as I loved his writing on the Avengers, Captain America, & Dr. Strange, among others. Even when I thought the art was terrible, as during Frank Robbins run on CA&TF, I still enjoyed his writing. The key for me was characterization. He built up and expanded on what Stan & Roy had started. Certainly, Marvel had several stellar writers during the Bronze Age -- aside from the Steves there was Thomas, Moench, McGregor, Wolfman, Claremont, and the artist/scribes, Starlin & Miller, just to name some of my other favorites who had significant runs in the Bronze Age. I didn't check out Englehart's run on Detective Comics until several years afterwards, but that was some topnotch work too.
Anyhow, overall, putting myself into my 13 year old mindset circa 1975-'76, I'd answer True on this question.
- September 24, 2013 at 6:59 PM
Englehart was, and remains, a favorite for me, but I still must go with false. His Avengers was stellar, and those Detective issues were the first Batman books I bought. However, my top choice would be another Steve (Gerber). Yes, his body of work is much smaller, and doubtlessly less renowned. Yet the uniquely esoteric, psychologically kaleidoscopic (say that three times fast!) stories grabbed my teenaged mind like no other. Man-Thing, Omega, Howard, and primarily his wild run on Defenders nail it for me. Must get the Essential Defenders...if only for the Headmen!
Incidentally, I never minded Mantis' speech patterns. It simply made her one more interesting individual in that Mighty gathering that was Englehart's Avengers.
- September 24, 2013 at 7:37 PM
As far as Jack Kirby, his value as a writer was in the massive wealth of characters and ideas he introduced to D.C. and Marvel in the 70's...no need to list 'em all here. He'd come up with half a dozen new characters while the other writers were still brushing their teeth, most of 'em still around. Even Devil Dinosaur pokes his big red head up once in a while. He approached things differently than those other guys, being from an earlier age. And the guy could come up with some wild plots. The scripting, well, even that has a sort of goofy charm. In small amounts.
- September 24, 2013 at 7:39 PM
- Rip Jagger said...
This is possibly true. I have to give a nod to Nicola Cuti, but on the whole I really enjoyed Englehart's work as he took what Roy had put down before him (just as he had done with Stan) and took it to new places.
You don't hear much about it, but his run on Justice League if epic! As good as his Avengers stuff is, I prefer his JLofA I think.
Rip Off
- September 25, 2013 at 1:42 AM
True. Absolutely true. So true that it was pointless to even ask the question.
On a more serious note, Englehart will probably always be my favorite Marvel writer, but I'm more convinced that it is due to nostalgia than anything else...although his Cap & Falc run is hands-down the best run of the character ever...and his Avengers was as well...he made comics grow up a little in my opinion.
But what do I know...I'm only a fan, and not qualified to be a critic...but he was fun.
- September 25, 2013 at 6:19 PM
Stainless Steve wrote the best comics of the Bronze age.
There were other good writers, Gerber, Moench, MCGregor, to name but 3.
But Englehart had the scope, the attention to detail, the grasp of humanity, and most of all, managed to take a "house style" and run with it, pushing further and better than anyone else managed to, both at DC and Marvel.
People complain about Mantis being shoe-horned into the Avengers, but I thought she was a fine character who took what could have been a bunch of stereotypes and somehow made something bigger.
I never had issues with her speech patterns, either. A non-native English speaker raised by Kree pacifist priests having some idiosyncratic diction and syntax makes sense to me. It also lays the groundwork for her being different enough to warrant her being the Celestial Madonna, and establishes that her "powers" are more about how she thinks than being bitten by a radioactive mantis.
And each character having a distinct "voice", complete with individual vocabulary, syntax and above all character was part of what made those comics much better than many which came before or since.
His run on Captain America took a struggling book to a top seller.
His Avengers run was unique because it actually had characters develop and change, but seldom sacrificed superhero action to bring us this.
He wrote in a glorious period before "the illusion of change" became the mantra of Marvel, so he could make the Vision more human, have him fall in love, Have Wanda marry Vision, have Thor realize how much he holds back around mortals, and so on and so on.
Stories which revolved around change and growth. Stories like the flipside of Hawkeye's redemption; the Swordsman's attempts at redemption. Taking a minor character who for a decade had been no more than a stock villain and having him attempt to reform was not a common thing back then.
It had been a long time since Hawkeye, Pietro and Wanda switched sides. Now it's commonplace to see Magneto or other villains become "heroes", but because Swordsman's tale had a beginning middle and end, it was a story, not an absurdly long and complex Villain/hero/villain/amnesiac hero/villain/hero ongoing yo-yo of supposed morality like Magneto or Juggernaut.
I could rant on and on.
There are no objective criteria by which I can "prove" why he was the best writer of that period, but take my word on it; he was.
- October 2, 2013 at 10:18 AM
- david_b said...
Anonymous, excellent points kinda expounding on what I mentioned earlier, but I really like your take on Steve's stories 'revolving around change, growth and redemption', especially shown in both Secret Empire and Swordsman arcs.
- October 2, 2013 at 12:00 PM
- Karen said...
Anonymous -thank you for that well-written response on Stainless Steve. You really nailed what made his writing so great in the 70s. Now if only we knew who you were! Please don't be a stranger. I'd like to hear more from you.
- October 2, 2013 at 12:47 PM
- Greg said...
So many good comments here. Englehart's not my favorite, I'd probably go with Claremont. When I re-read older stuff he just seems like a better writer than most of those guys. His Iron Fist and Marvel TeamUp stuff are faves. But I like Englehart too, I liked the Celestial Madonna storyline as a kid- not sure how it would hold up now. Never minded Mantis' speechisms. I thought that priests of Pama thing was cool. I do think that storyline was very influential and enriched the Marvel U a great deal. Same with his Cap run. So even though he wasn't my favorite, thinking about it as I write this, he was very important at 70's Marvel. Quite a legacy.
- November 12, 2013 at 4:26 PM
Englehart was the best writer of the 70s. They all took the Stan Lee football and ran with it, but Englehart EXPANDED on it, whereas most of the others just repeated it. By "it," of course, I mean the Stan Lee writing formula that made Marvel such a success in the 60s. The 70s heirs to Stan's throne each focused on a different aspect of Stan's writing and copied it, with minor changes. Except for Steve Englehart, Steve Gerber and Don McGregor. They expanded on it, and Englehart did it better than the other two. Marv Wolfman took the basic superhero plots of Stan's. Len took the purple prose. Gerry Conway took the soap opera. Roy took the plots and grafted his own "hip" narration and dialogue onto it. Same with Mike Friedrich. They all took an aspect of Stan's winning formula and turned it up to 11. The two Steves and Don brought more to the table. The main thing Englehart had in his favor was a healthy respect for what had come before as far as a character or title went. He built on what had happened and went convincingly from there. His writing was smart, fun, fascinating....MORE than what had come before. Len was all about FEELING and MOOD and his plots were basically Super-Hero Comics 101. Marv's plots were ok, but in the writing of narrative captions and dialogue stage, he changed his mind and screwed things up sometimes. Gerry Conway was a super-prolific writing machine who took the easy, lazy, soapy way out almost everytime. Gerber was a fantastic wordsmith and his plots were so original and out there. McGregor reminds me of Kirby in the sense that the concepts and plots are great, but the actual writing really hurt it. With Kirby, it was not being comfortable enough with words to write smoothly; with MCgregor, it was being too comfortable with words and over-writing to the point of not self-editing for grammar and clarity. Claremont came later and what you all see in his writing that is good stuns me into near-silence. My god, he made his own cliches and drove them into the ground ad nauseum. His writing seemed great when I was an adolescent, but as an adult, years later, I see it for the precious, cloying, and precocious crap it is. Stern is mediocre; a notch above Wein. Shooter can be good when he's not trying to sell toys, and please do not get me started on the over-rated J.M. DeMatteis!
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Even though the RV bunk mattresses match the twins, they have particular dimensions. 28×75 to 35×75 in our standard sizes. They're a versatile option for the family-friendly RVs.
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The level of comfort is, and the transmission of movement is rather low.
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The gel is excellent as it dissipates body heat a lot more efficiently than the memory foam, which is excellent news if you sleep hot.
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It's similar to any regular air mattress, but it's revamped, presenting a better quality and a longer lifespan. They don't come cheap, and you may pay somewhere between $1000 and $2000 for a right air mattress.
It's a rare type to use in an RV as you can adjust the firmness on every side, so that you and your loved one can enjoy a comfortable night, without disturbing the partner in any way.
The downside for the air mattress is that they work better with occasional use, on the cause of the air leaking problem. If you use it every single night, you may end up filling it every single day (and with the risk of waking up on the ground in the morning due to the slow leak at night).
Is the custom built RV mattress a better choice for your RV?
If you're determined to sleep in your RV as well as in your home (or even better), you should consider getting a custom-built RV mattress to fit your particular needs and likings perfectly.
There are plenty of companies out there that design and make custom RV mattresses. They build the mattress according to your notes, shipping it in a box when it's all down. More often than not, it's going to come compresses, so carrying it to the RV isn't going to be an issue. Give it a couple of days (it depends on the type of mattress) for expanding ultimately.
What other options do you have for bedding in an RV?
Many RV owners are only thinking about two things when deciding on the RV bedding: should I get a mattress or a topper?
The topper is an individual padding layer that is thick enough for offering some cushioning for the sleep surface. As it's thicker than a mattress pad or a mattress protector, it's going to provide better comfort for your sleep. Don't forget that the mattress pads and the protectors are designed instead for protecting the mattress from stains (expanding its durability), and not so much for offering support or comfort.
You can very well use a topper for your RV if it comes with pull-out sofas, rending you with not enough space for an RV mattress. The topper is also an option to keep in mind for an RV with built-in beds that have thin/ extremely firm/pricey or challenging to replace mattresses.
An RV with bunk beds may also be too small for providing room for anything larger than an RV twin or an RV Bunk size mattress.
Some RV owners are fortunate so they may accommodate an RV mattress of many sizes (and even all of them).
How should you choose your RV mattress?
Now that you know a thing or two about the types, the sizes, the materials used on RV mattress, it's not going to hurt to go over a list of tips to keep in mind when shopping for your RV mattress:
- What kind of RV do you own?
You're not going to have any problems finding an RV mattress if you own a large RV's (Class A and Class B motorhomes) or a fifth wheel trailer. When your RV is instead on a smaller side, even a topper is going to do it.
- How much space do you have for your sleeping zone?
If your RV comes with a built-in bed with a mattress that isn't easy to replace or it's too pricey to succeed, a topper seems like the more affordable choice. A topper is also a good option for the pull-out sofas, as they don't offer enough space for fitting an RV mattress. Nothing larger than an RV twin or an RV bunk isn't going to fit in an RV with a bunk bed. The fifth wheels and the larger motorhomes could make an exception.
- What size do you need for the RV mattress?
As you remember, you may choose from a high number of sizes for your RV mattress. However, you should measure the sleeping quarters accurate so that you find out the best size for your RV. Don't forget that some RV mattresses sizes vary in dimensions. Anyone owning a bunk bed in their RV may face quite the challenge when looking for the perfect size for their RV, as opposed to the owners of traditional RVs.
- What thickness do you need on the mattress?
Most RV mattresses are 5 to 6 in thick, with the majority not being thicker than 10inches. If it's thicker than 10in, it may not fit into the RV's sleeping quarter, no matter how much space you have inside.
- Which level of firmness would you like?
More often than not, the RV mattresses sit on the firmer side. However, the innerspring and the soft foam mattresses are logical choices for anyone liking the soft surfaces.
- How generous is your wallet?
With the RV mattresses being more affordable than the standard mattresses (even less than $500), it makes sense that you can get the right quality mattress for less than you'd expect. Some models come for as less as $150, but that doesn't eliminate the fact that some may see it as a significant investment, still (it depends on the size of your wallet).
- Is camping with your RV a plan for the future?
Even if the most majority of the RV mattresses are a good fit for camping, some don't. It's the case of the innerspring mattresses that don't do well when exposed to the elements, wearing out a lot sooner than other types of mattresses. It's the metal springs that alter the durability as it's prone to rust. If you're planning to go camping a lot with your RV, you should look into a foam mattress as it's more durable and capable of handling the rough conditions of camping.
- Does the mattress come with a warranty?
The RV mattresses typically come with product warranties, but they're not as long as the regular mattresses present. It's because of the type of use that they're going to handle. Most RV mattresses come with a warranty from 5 to 10 years, but higher priced models present 20 to 25 years of warranty. Don't be surprised when your RV mattress doesn't come with no warranty at all-beggars cannot be choosers, as it's typically the cheapest models that have no warranty.
One last thing before you go shopping
If you're owning an RV and need a mattress, you should be meticulous and don't rush into it. The last thing you want is to be in the middle of nowhere only to realize that your mattress is a lousy option.
Other resources
The Best RV Mattresses – Reviews and Buying Guide (2019) | Tuck Sleep
How to Choose an RV Mattress – RVshare.com
RV Mattress Purchasing Guide – RV Hive
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OLYMPIA, Wash. – Washington lawmakers are considering a pair of bills that target Johns who solicit prostitutes. Proposals to increase state fines for prostitution and human trafficking had a hearing Tuesday in Olympia.
Supporters say some Washington speeding tickets cost more than the current fine for buying sex.
One person testifying in support of the bill was a mother of a girl who was involved in child prostitution. She asked that we call her "Lynn," to protect her daughter's identity. Lynn's daughter was 15 when she ran away from home.
"Within 36 hours, she was being sold on a website called backpage.com. My daughter at one point reported that she was making between $3,000 and $6,000 a month," Lynn said. If they can afford to pay for sex, they can afford to pay their fine." Lynn's daughter is now back with her family and receiving counseling.
The bills in the Washington legislature would increase the penalties for soliciting prostitution from $150 to $3,000 . And for the pimps who promote prostitution, the fine would be $5,000 instead of $300 .
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There is also another type of testing called regression testing which can be performed during any of the four main testing stages.
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It is typically used to verify control flow and data flow, memory leak problems. One of the benefit of unit testing is that it can be run every time when a piece of code is changed, allowing to identify any issue and get them resolved quickly.
Integration Testing:
Integration testing is a level of testing where all the units within a program are combine and tested as a whole. The main purpose of integration testing is to check the interfaces and to check how different modules communicate with each other because no matter how efficiently each unit is running, if they aren't properly integrated, it will affect the functionality of the software program. There are different methods for integration testing, but the specific method that will be used to get the job done will depend greatly on the way in which the units are defined. Few methods of integration testing are:
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System Testing types are:
- Usability testing
- Performance testing
- Load testing
- Stress testing
- Security testing
- Configuration testing
- Compatibility testing
- Installation testing
- Recovery testing
- Availability testing
- Volume testing
All these tests are conducted for non-functional requirements, whereas security testing is conducted for both functional and non-functional requirements.
Acceptance Testing:
Acceptance testing is a final round of testing where a system is tested for acceptability. Is the developed system or application ready for release? Acceptance testing is generally done by end user or customer. The user will test the system to find out whether the application meets their business needs. Once the acceptance test is passed then the application is released to production.
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Ball & Beam Control - Digital PID
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Ball and Beam problem using PID Control
In this digital control version of the ball and beam experiment, we are going to use the PID control method to design the digital controller. If you refer to the Ball and Beam Modeling page, the open-loop transfer function was derived as
.....m........mass of the ball...............0.11 kg
.....g........gravitational acceleration.....9.8 m/s^2
.....d........lever arm offset...............0.03 m
.....L........length of the beam.............1.0 m
.....R........radius of the ball.............0.015 m
.....J........ball's moment of inertia.......9.99e-6 kgm^2
.....R(s).....ball position coordinate (m)
.....theta(s).servo gear angle...............0.25 rad
The design criteria for this problem are:
- Settling time less than 3 seconds
- Overshoot less than 5%
If you refer to any of the PID control problem for continuous systems, the PID transfer function was expressed as
As you noticed the above transfer function was written in terms of s. For the digital PID control, we use the following transfer function in terms of z.
Discrete transfer function
The first thing to do here is to convert the above continuous system transfer function to discrete transfer function. To do this, we are going to use the Matlab function called c2dm. To use this c2dm, we need to specify four arguments: numerator and denominator matrices, sampling time (Ts), and the 'method'. You should already be familiar with how to enter numerator and denominator matrices. The sampling time should be smaller than 1/(30*BW) sec, where BW is the closed-loop bandwidth frequency. The method we will use is the zero-order hold ('zoh'). Assuming that the closed-loop bandwidth frequency is around 1 rad/sec, let the sampling time be 1/50 sec/sample. Now we are ready to use c2dm. Enter the following commands to an m-file.
.....m = 0.111;
.....g = -9.8;
.....d = 0.03;
.....J = 9.99e-6;
.....K = (m*g*d)/(L*(J/R^2+m)); %simplifies input
.....num = [-K];
.....den = [1 0 0];
.....Ts = 1/50;
.....[numDz,denDz]= c2dm (num,den,Ts,'zoh')
Running this m-file in the Matlab command window gives you the following matrices.
.....numDz =
..........1.0e-0.4 *
..........0 0.4200 0.4200
.....denDz =
..........1 -2 1
From these matrices, the discrete transfer function can be written as
Open-loop response
Now we will observe the ball's response to a step input of 0.25 m. To do this, enter the following commands to an new m-file and run it in the command window. You should see the following response.
.....numDz = 0.0001*[0.42 0.42];
.....denDz = [1 -2 1];
.....[x] = dstep(0.25*numDz,denDz,251);
From this plot, it is clear that the open-loop system is unstable causing the ball to roll off from the end of the beam.
Proportianal Control
Now we will add the proportional control (Kp) to the system and obtain the closed-loop system response. For now let Kp equal to 100 and see what happens to the response. Enter the following commands to an new m-file and run it in the command window.
.....numDz = 0.0001*[0.42 0.42];
.....denDz = [1 -2 1];
.....[numDzC,denDzC]=cloop (Kp*numDz,denDz);
.....[x] = dstep(0.25*numDzC,denDzC,251);
As you can see, the addition of proportional control does not make the system stable. You may try to increase the proportional gain (Kp) and confirm that the system remains unstable.
Proportional-Derivative control
Now we will add a derivative term to the controller. Keep the proportional gain (Kp) equal to 100, and let the derivative gain (Kd) equal to 10. Copy the following code to an new m-file and run it to view the system response.
.....numDz = 0.0001*[0.42 0.42];
.....denDz = [1 -2 1];
.....numpd = [Kp+Kd -(Kp+2*Kd) Kd];
.....denpd = [1 1 0];
.....numDnew = conv(numDz,numpd);
.....denDnew = conv(denDz,denpd);
.....[numDnewC,denDnewC] = cloop(numDnew,denDnew);
.....[x] = dstep(0.25*numDnewC,denDnewC,251);
Now the system is stable, but the rise time is too long. From the PID Tutorial page, we see that the increasing the proportional gain (Kp) will decrease the rise time. Let's increase the proportional gain (Kp) to 1000 and see what happens. Change Kp in the above m-file from 100 to 1000 and rerun it in the command window. You should see the following step response.
As you can see, all of the design requirements are satisfied. For this particular problem, no implementation of an integral control was needed. But remember there is more than one solution for a control problem. For practice, you may try different P, I and D combinations to obtain a satisfactory response.
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text: Was interested in what others think about the ability to develop a "feel for the market". I use a few basic indicators but rely heavily on intuition over anythin else - an intuition developed by watching the market move for hours and hours every day. However, since I am relatively new to technical analysis I am wondering if I should place much reliance on this or should I be learning as many tecnical details as possible. Any thoughts? As for tech tool - what are the best to master for futures, forex?


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A well constructed piece of cinema, worthy in every way. It will not change anyone's mind, but the ride is as enjoyable as Vigo Mortensen's performance.
Watched Aquaman (2018)
Watched IO: Last on Earth (2019)
Watched Polar (2019)
Watched Close (2019)
Doodle noodle no-doodle
Observer: Brandon Katz: Which Streaming Platform Will Emerge as Netflix's Biggest Threat in 2019?
I'm gonna say Disney+, and whatever associated stream platforms it launches. With all of Disney's recent acquisitions, Star Wars, Marvel, and Fox, it must have one the largest library of quality content available to any service. Drop into the mix decline of physical sales, sales Disney could withdraw from altogether. If they do, consumers be forced to use their platforms, thus making Disney the biggest threat to Netflix.


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While sorting more than a thousand photos from Baguio, a Jason Mraz playlist was on. What a coincidence that something popped into my mind when Life is Wonderful was playing.
2014 was phenomenal. I really don't know what's in store for me this year, but I'm so excited to try out new things. Making a to-do list for me to focus on, so here it is. If only I can make it a sticky post to remind me everyday.
1. Remove the clutter from my room.
2. Devise a workout plan.
3. Eat more healthily.
4. Learn to cook bagnet, longaniza and Batac empanada.
5. Save up.
6. Learn something like professional hairstyling.
7. Teach the art of blogging.
8. Make my portfolio.
9. Go to Batanes.
10. Have another baby, lol.
The song goes like this:
"It takes a crane to build a crane. It takes two floors to make a story. It takes an egg to make a hen. It takes a hen to make an egg… it takes a thought to make a word. And it takes some words to make an action. It takes some work to make it work. It takes some good to make it hurt. It takes some bad for satisfaction. It takes a night to make it dawn. And it takes a day to make you yawn, brother. And it takes some old to make you young. It takes some cold to know the sun. It takes the one to have the other. And it takes no time to fall in love. But it takes you years to know what love is. It takes some fears to make you trust. It takes those tears to make it rust. It takes the dust to have it polished. It takes some silence to make sound. It takes a loss before you found it. And it takes a road to go nowhere. It takes a toll to make you care. It takes a hole to make a mountain… life is wonderful. Life goes full circle."
Add to that — LIFE IS SIMPLY WONDERFUL TO THOSE WHO BELIEVE IN LIFE'S COUNTLESS BLESSINGS.
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Records from the National Institute of Health (NIH) indicated that in 2015, 15.1 million American adults had an alcohol dependency problem. The World Health Organization (WHO), indicate a staggering 3.3 million deaths globally as a yearly result from the harmful use of alcohol.
In the past, individuals with this condition were referred to as an "alcoholic." However, this is seen as a negative and harmful label. Today, health professionals refer to it as an alcohol use disorder (AUD), which requires alcohol addiction treatment to recover.
This is common amongst both teenagers and adults. Drinking starts very casually at house parties, bars, dinners, family events, holidays, and just a way to relax after a long day. Treatment for alcohol use disorder is often needed.
There are different cases associated with AUD that are categorized as mild, moderate, or severe, with each stage bringing a variety of various symptoms and harmful side effects.
Alcohol Use Disorder: Break the Addiction
Alcohol use disorder is a long-term addiction to alcohol. However, many different forms of treatment can assist an individual's specific needs. The mission is to find the correct treatment option that will support your recovery from alcoholism so you can get back to living a healthy lifestyle.
Do keep in mind, overcoming alcoholism is a long process. Your best chance of sobriety long-term will come after a successful inpatient or outpatient program and also participation in local support groups and continued counseling. Treating your addiction to alcohol is a very crucial step and investment in your future and well-being. It will not only make a significant difference in your lifestyle, but also the lives around you, such as friends and family.
On a positive note, no matter how severe the alcohol consumption problem may seem, most individuals with alcohol use disorder benefit from some sort of treatment. Research shows that about 1/3 of people who were treated for alcohol-related issues have no further symptoms within one year.
What are the Side Effects of Using Alcohol?
Short term effects:
- Slurred speech
- Vision impairment
- Lack of coordination
- Extreme shifts in mood
- Memory lapses
- Breathing difficulties
- Vomiting
- Upset stomach
- Headaches
- Unconsciousness
- Blackouts
- Impaired judgment
Long term effects:
- Cardiovascular disease
- Liver disease
- Respiratory infections
- Nerve damage
- Ulcers
- Malnutrition
- Alcohol poisoning
- Malnutrition
- Sexual problems
- High blood pressure
- Brain damage
- Cancer
What are the Signs of Alcohol Addiction?
- Drinking in private
- Isolating themselves from others
- Blackouts or short term memory loss
- Irritable and extreme mood swings
- Drinking taking over responsibilities and obligations
- Hangover symptoms when not drinking
- Associating with different crowds than usual
- Being in denial
- Getting drunk when you don't even intend to
- Becoming dependent on alcohol
- Failed attempts to cut back or quit
- Continuing to drink even after acknowledging the harmful effects
Risks of Abusing Alcohol
Excessive drinking over an extended period may come with many risks that are detrimental to your mental and physical health.
To start, it may cause the pancreas to produce toxins that can lead to pancreatitis, which is a dangerous inflammation and swelling of blood vessels in the pancreas that complicates proper digestion.
It may also cause stretching and drooping of the heart muscle, irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure, and even stroke.
There could also be damage to your liver, including liver cancer, fatty liver, alcoholic hepatitis, fibrosis, and cirrhosis.
Excessive drinking may also weaken your immune system, which makes you more vulnerable to diseases like pneumonia and tuberculosis.
Your most vulnerable time will be within the first 24 hours of getting drunk, which slows your body's ability to ward off these infections.
Alcohol Dependence: Do You Fit the Pattern?
When you become alcohol dependent, you may start to exhibit a pattern of behavior that becomes residual. Drinking alcohol becomes a routine and, although you are aware of the adverse effects, you no longer have control over your alcohol consumption.
Narrowing Alcohol Choice
You are continually drinking only one specific brand or a particular type of alcohol beverage, such as the same vodka martinis every night rather than beer and wine varieties.
Alcohol-Drinking Behavior.
You may find yourself only going to social events that include alcoholic beverages, or preferring to only hang out with others who are regularly drinking.
Higher Alcohol Tolerance.
When you start drinking more increasingly amounts over time to achieve the previous effects. For example, it now takes you 5 drinks to have the same feeling as you once had with 2 to 3 drinks.
Alcohol Withdrawal
You begin experiencing insomnia, mood swings, and tremors usually the next morning or within a short period after drinking. You may also find yourself drinking to relieve withdrawal symptoms like your hands shaking.
What are Withdrawal Signs and Symptoms?
Withdrawal from alcohol is the change the body goes through once a person suddenly stops drinking after an extended period involving heavy alcohol use. Over time, the brain and the body both become dependent on drinking patterns and frequency. When you abruptly stop drinking, your body becomes deprived of the effects of alcohol and requires time to adjust to functioning without it.
You will start to have mental and physical difficulties when stopping or coming back from the usual consumption. It will slow down your brain function and disrupt the way your nerves communicate.
Over an extended period, your central nervous system adjusts to the constant alcohol in your body. The symptoms can range from mild to severe, depending on how much alcohol you've consumed and for how long of a period.
The mild symptoms may show as early as 6 hours after your last drink. The more severe issues may be hallucinations about 12 to 24 hours after the last drink. There is also a risk of seizures within the first 2 days after your last drink.
The Importance of Alcohol Detox
Alcohol detox (or detoxification) is when alcohol is completely flushed from your body. With the proper treatments, alcohol detox is primarily treated with medication, medical observation, and counseling.
The right procedures will help an individual overcome the physical and psychological dependence that they have to alcohol. A part of the detox process focuses on maintaining the patient's system in balance and avoiding physiological upsets.
Medications may be used to help with the process because they reduce the withdrawal symptoms and seizures that come with alcohol withdrawal. Seizures are the most common cause of alcohol withdrawal-related deaths, therefore you may require anticonvulsant drugs.
What are My Options for Alcohol Addiction Treatment?
Alcohol addiction treatment programs will differ for each individual. The most effective types of treatment programs will assist in the safe recovery of an individual during every step of the process. With the expertise of a detox professional, you'll receive a treatment program specific to your needs.
When it comes to alcohol use disorder treatment, individuals commonly think of a 12 step program or a 28-day inpatient rehab. But thanks to the significant advances in the field over the past 60 years, there are a variety of treatment methods for alcohol use disorder.
Ultimately, what may work for one individual may not for the next. Knowing and understanding all your options may be the most critical first step in getting help.
What Can I Expect at an Inpatient Treatment Program for Alcohol Addiction?
Inpatient rehabs will offer a specifically structured program to address all facets of an individual's addiction. This will assist with round the clock care and support from a medical staff without the distractions of jobs, school, or social obligations.
Inpatient centers may provide group and individual therapy and promote healthy ways of coping through the process, and educating the individual on proper nutrition and health.
The alcohol addiction treatment program will be based on science, evidence, and professional experience to assist with alcohol sobriety. You will have access to medical professionals and specialists 24 hours a day. Additionally, You will have a set schedule of breakfast in the morning, followed by therapies, counseling, and other activities throughout the day.
This process may last 30 days, 6 months, or longer, depending on the individual's needs.
What Can I Expect at Outpatient Treatment for Alcohol Addiction?
Outpatient alcohol rehab centers will usually meet every day for the first several weeks or months. Afterward, the number of meetings will depend on the individual's progress in their recovery.
There are many similarities between inpatient and outpatient rehab programs. Outpatient programs are less intensive and allow you the freedom to go to work or school while continuing to receive treatment.
Outpatient alcohol rehab facilities are a great alternative to the 30, 60, and 90-day inpatient programs. For the individual that has been struggling with alcohol consumption long-term, they may want to consider a more intensive treatment.
Get Help for Alcohol Addiction Today! Contact Ken Seeley Rehab Today!
Here at Ken Seeley Rehab, we are here to help you in your path to recovery. We specialize in individual treatment and counseling to reach a place of healing and sobriety. We understand that no two people recover in the same way or in the same timeframe. Our expertise and careful attention to detail will assist with the recovery process that you need.
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On Thursday, the Ultimate Fighting Championship and FOX Sports announced an exclusive two-year distribution agreement to air Octagon programming in Latin America. The deal gives FOX Sports the rights to broadcast UFC content in 18 countries in Latin America, excluding Brazil.
"We felt the time was right to expand in Latin America. We launched with Globosat in Brazil in 2008 and saw the popularity for the sport to explode. We knew we had millions of fans in Latin America and wanted to give them access to content and programming developed exclusively for them," said UFC president Dana White.
UFC events will be available on FOX Sports, FOX Sports+ and FOX Sports HD. All live events will air on FOX Sports and FOX Sports HD on Saturdays at 10PM (Buenos Aires) and 8PM (Mexico City).
Starting with this Saturday's "UFC 133: Evans vs. Ortiz" extravaganza, FOX Sports will air 24 live shows per year, along with an active schedule of popular UFC programs including UFC Guerreros*, archive content and historical UFC showdowns.
"We are excited to be able to bring our viewers a front row seat to the fastest growing sport in world," said Patrick Ilabaca, VP of global marketing and business development for FOX Pan American Sports. "Through our agreement with UFC, mixed martial arts fans throughout Latin America will for the first time be able to watch live UFC events exclusively on FOX Sports, which were traditionally only available on Pay-Per-View."
In addition, FOX Sports has created a dedicated UFC page on foxsportsla.com which features news, commentary, fight cards and other essential fan information.
*Programming only available in Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Paraguay, Uruguay, Bolivia, Peru, and Ecuador until December 31, 2011.


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Sunday, June 30, 2013
Jungle Cat
Mum went out to a friends birthday lunch which was very nice. Then she went for a walk in the sun, then came back and did some gardening with me. I spent the time making sure no intruders interrupted mums work, then I watched the shed roof. Mum had fed the birdies some apple pieces and bits of banana muffins. I was watching the birdies in case one or two fell off - no such luck.
Enjoy your Sunday everybuddy.
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Miss Poppy, I have a nice Sunny Day too : )ReplyDelete
I couldn't believe you got no luck with the birdies !
May be next time, Your mom need to feed them more, Make sure they are heavy enough to DROP ! ...MOL
Happy Sunday
oooooO! You look so serious stalking there Poppy...!ReplyDelete
Your Mum, should give the birdies 'stodge' then they won't be able to take off.....HeHe! x.
Have a fun day.....!!!
oooooO! You look so serious stalking there Poppy...!ReplyDelete
Your Mum, should give the birdies 'stodge' then they won't be able to take off.....HeHe! x.
Have a fun day.....!!!
Sounds like a great day. You really do look like a jungle kitteh in that pic!ReplyDelete
Hope you have a great week, Poppy!
Darn those birdies - they never cooperate!ReplyDelete
What a lovely day you both had! Except for the lack of falling birds, of course. :-)ReplyDelete
Nothing better on a cold winter night than being under the covers right up next to your mum! Nice and toasty.ReplyDelete
Hooray for warmth and a lovely day outside... even though the birdies didn't cooperate! =)ReplyDelete
A great winter's day! It's always better with the sun out.ReplyDelete
What a wonderful day! We're glad your mom and you are more rested since you changed sleeping places.ReplyDelete
Maybe you'd have more luck stalking rodents in the garden?
You are Queen of the jungle, Poppy.ReplyDelete
Meow, Jessica the cat
We hope you had a wonderful day. We had a splendid summer day today. Mum did a bit of clean up too of the grape arbor.ReplyDelete
No sun here today, and it's just started raining. Under the covers is miss bella's favourite position at the moment too!ReplyDelete
Poppy Q the furry jungle mouse......sounds like a perfect day.ReplyDelete
love V
Monday was a beautiful sunny day - shame you had to go to work.ReplyDelete
There is a lunch shout at Brent's work today so I don't have to make lunch - except pop some home made muffins in and fruit for morning tea.
Good for you for making your lunch it is a huge saving and Brent says my lunches are nicer than what he can buy.
Love Leanne


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The forty-sixth stop on my 50 States Against Bullying campaign was Arkansas. Their motto is Regnat Populus ("the people rule"), But a more accurate motto would be Regnat Razorback, because those piggies are everywhere, decorated in all sorts of designs.
There, I gave an NPR interview in the morning, then met up with local YA authors Kate Hart and Karen Akins for coffee, followed by a trip to the Clinton House Museum. I love getting few extra hours in a town to check out its history and culture. Every place has something! This museum is the house where Bill and Hillary Clinton first lived. In fact, they got married in the living room.
As a previous resident of this house, Mr. Swanson invented the chicken pot pie as we know and love it in this very kitchen! That American achievement is commemorated on the refrigerator, and that's why I think we should change the saying to "...as American as chicken pot pie."
From there, I drove to Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. I'm always amazed when I get to see an art piece I've seen in books or studied in school in real life. It almost feels unreal, like it must be a forgery. This museum's current exhibit is filled with such treasures, such as this one by Mark Rothko, which is called Orange and Yellow. (Someone should tell the gallery they hung it upside down.)
This sculpture by Emma Marie Cadwalader-Guild, Free, became even more powerful the more I walked around it.
A family favorite has always been Mary Cassatt.
Since my son loves When Pigasso Met Mootisse by Nina Laden, I had to take pics of works by its two artistic inspirations, though they didn't have any of Picasso's cubist works on display.
That evening, I spoke at the Fayetteville Barnes and Noble.
The event was a fundraiser for the Arkansas Crisis Center. As I say in every speech, these organizations are one of the most beautiful things our society offers. Make you sure you know the ones in your area.
There were faculty members from Fayettevelle High School, where I would visit the next day, in attendance. But introducing me was Mayor Lioneld Jordan. I had never been introduced my a mayor before! I was quite excited (especially since, from what I read online, he seems like a cool dude), but when he presented me with a Key to the City? That. Was. AMAZING!!!
The next morning, I arrived at the high school for a meet-n-greet with faculty, as well as a chance to dip into some Dunkin' Donuts. Why were these donuts green? Because it's St. Patrick's Day, of course! (But on any other day, do not eat the green donuts. Let's just say, lesson learned.)
I spoke to the entire sophomore class, and these students provided me with some of the most touching moments of my entire career. The abundance of hugs after my presentation was beautiful, but some of the things they opened up about can do nothing but humble a guy and make him feel honored to have earned that trust simply by writing honestly. It's an honor I never take for granted and I will feel grateful for forever.
One of the most beautiful yet simple expressions of caring that I've seen involved two students who stuck around to share their experiences with me. While I was speaking with one, the other stood a few feet back but could hear what was being said. The second student finally spoke up. "I know we haven't been friends in a while, but you can always talk to me."
And that's what this has all been about.
Plus, a couple students went out the night before and bought rings for all three of us.


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The eternity band (also known as an infinity ring) symbolizes ever-lasting love and never-ending commitment through a continuous line of diamonds and/or gemstones around the circular band. Eternity rings are often given as a gift to commemorate a major milestone in a couple's life such as a wedding anniversary, the birth of a child, or simply as a reminder of a cherished moment in their relationship. Though they may represent a special occasion of the past or present, eternity bands have also been known to symbolize the promise of future celebrations and achievements. When words can no longer describe the deep emotions for a soulmate, a symbolization of forever is an ultimate statement.
Over the Years
The concept of a circular band as a representation of devotion and eternal love between two soulmates dates back to the ancient Egyptians who utilized materials like braided reeds, carved bone, metal and gemstones to craft such rings. Decades later, these rings served as inspiration for the design of the diamond eternity band.
It wasn't until the mid-1940s when the De Beers Mining Company, encouraged the use of small diamonds in jewelry which ultimately led to the popularity of diamond engagement rings and eternity bands. A witty ad campaign was launched with the famous slogan, "A diamond is forever" which added a special sentiment to the purchase of a diamond ring. The subtle elegance of a diamond eternity band became popular and ideal for most women when the much-adored Marilyn Monroe was gifted an utterly stunning diamond eternity band by Yankees legend Joe DiMaggio on their wedding day in 1954.
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Skin Cycle Pro Retinol Plus Serum
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For Photodamaged, Aging, and Acne-prone Skin
An effective retinol serum formulated to condition the skin, reduce
the appearance of aging, photodamage, acne, and scarring.
• Increases cell turnover
• Softens and smooths rough, aging skin
• Minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
• Assists in lightening pigmentation from photodamage
1.0 fl oz / 30 ml
Water, Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), Lactic Acid, SDA-40, Propylene Glycol, Polyacrylamide, C 13-14, Isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Retinol, Aloe Vera, Dimethicone, Cyclomethicone, Methylchloroisothiacolinone, Methylisothiazolinone
How to Use
Apply a small amount to entire face once or twice daily, avoiding the eye lids. Light flaking or peeling may occur. Discontinue use or reduce frequency if skin feels irritated. Follow with sun protection products (SPF).


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MOISTURIZING with only SEVEN INGREDIENTS.
Containing anti-fungal, antiviral, as well as anti-bacterial qualities this formulation is a perfect balance of seven simple ingredients for the skin. Water penetrates immediately carrying the formula straight into the skin for instant benefits and the results are amazing.
This blend has been designed to be both refreshing and light whilst delivering antioxidants, nutrients and moisture. Featuring the highly humectant coconut extract, honey extract and organic Bulgarian rosewater to aid in the absorption of water and retention of moisture in the skin.
For use on all types of skin in all seasons.
Hold approximately 6-8 inches away from face and lightly mist, keeping eyes closed. Use to moisturize, refresh or tone as often as needed and any time you like.
Keep out of eyes. If contact should occur, rinse eyes thoroughly with water. Do not swallow: Not intended for internal use. Keep out of reach of children. Not intended for use on children. If irritation occurs, discontinue use.
water / aqua / eau, rosa damascena (rose) flower water, cocos nucifera (coconut) extract, populus tremuloides (aspen) bark extract, glycerin, propanediol, mel (honey) extract
*Ingredients in bold are certified organic
Cocos Nucifera (coconut) extract is a concentrate of the water that is renowned for its high mineral content. As an excellent humectant, topically applied coconut has moisturizing effect and prevents water loss. It is very good at hydrating skin and works on all kinds of skins and protect the skin in all seasons. Coconut also acts as an antioxidant to prevent premature aging of your skin. Our coconut extract is from the philippines and / or malaysia.
The Aspen Bark is endemic to north america. The bark is rich with salicylates which are isolated from the bark and used for cosmetic and personal care products. Because it has strong antimicrobial properties, it is considered a natural preservative. Another feature is its ability to soften skin and is used as a natural alternative to salicylic acid. The natural salicins gently exfoliates the skin so the skin is fresh, smooth and more receptive to moisture.
Our Organic Bulgarian Rosewater are hand-harvested in the early morning, and then floated freely in the water-filled still. The essence of the rose is captured through water-steam distillation. For centuries, rosewater has been used for skin care by famously beautiful women.
The rosewater soothes and calms the skin with cell-repairing, renewing nutrients. It encourages the skin's new cell production. surface cells renew at a faster rate. The new cells hold more moisture and collagen production is stimulated. A child's skin is plum and seems translucent. As people age, their skin becomes flat, dull and more opaque. This is partly due to a lack of moisture retention. it is the water and natural oil in the skin that gives it the appearance of depth and radiance.
Mel (honey) extract has an abundance of natural sugars that absorb and increases the water-absorbing capacity of the skin to attract much needed moisture for drying skin, dramatically increases softness and suppleness. Besides being a strong humectant, honey has a very high content of minerals, amino acids and vitamins, including natural alpha hydroxy acids. Alpha hydroxy acids gently exfoliate the skin, promoting natural keratinization and desquamation of the skin. this is the process of the skin's self-renewal. New cells rise to the surface and older cells slough off the surface. Honey contains natural antioxidants, which guard against free radical damage and encourage healthy cell turnover in the skin. Smoothes and restructures, and is long lasting in its moisturizing benefits.
Glycerin is hydrophilic. It is another form of sugar. It attracts and holds water, making it available for the skin as it protects the skin from dehydration.
This bottle is made of the highest quality recyclable glass which offers your products optimal protection against the harmful effects of light and increases the shelf life prolonging their potency but it can in fact break on impact so please use with caution and at your own risk.
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