Online Books : "The Essential Psychedelic Guide" - Ecstasy INTENSITY: 2 to 4 MATERIAL: Ecstasy is a synthetic compound developed in 1914 as a potential dietary aid. However, its psychoactive effects were not discovered until the mid-Seventies. It was used widely in therapy from this time until 1985 when it was made illegal. Its chemical name is 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), commonly known as "X", "E", or "Adam." DOSAGE: 125 mg. (1/8th of a gram) is generally considered a single dose of ecstasy. THE HIGH: When ecstasy is coming on it feels fantastically exhilarating. Most X users report that their first couple of experiences are like being in heaven, and leave a strong impression. Ecstasy is not really "psychedelic" in the same way as other substances in this journal. Ecstasy rarely produces a bad experience, but there are some negative aspects to ecstasy's signature. There have been a few cases of people who died from heat stroke following the use of ecstasy in dance clubs. I've read numerous clinical articles on ecstasy. 1.
RS Part17: Appreciation PART 17 Experiencing life is all a matter of perception: physical events exist only in our mental awareness of them. There is a popular Ch’an koan which asks: “if a tree falls in the woods, and there is no one there to hear it, does it make a sound?” The answer is no. What we call sound is only a disturbance in the atmosphere until it reaches something that can “hear” it, and a mind that can interpret it as a noise. “One must truly appreciate what it means to have the opportunity to exist in this form. Realizing the significance of your life, because every specific sensation is available to you only once, and never again, leads one to understand that life has great value.
iChromy, el Google Chrome para iPad No es un secreto que cada vez más usuarios han comenzado a utilizar otro tipo de navegadores de internet que los que su mismo sistema trae, en el caso de Microsoft, Internet Explorer y en el caso de Mac, Safari, muchos de estos usuarios se han pasado a Firefox, Opera y un gran número a Google Chrome. Desafortunadamente este navegador esta disponible solo para equipos de escritorio y en Android, por lo que usuarios que tengan un iPhone o iPad con iOS se quedan sin la posibilidad de usar este gran navegador. Para nuestra fortuna los desarrolladores de la empresa Diigo han logrado portar la experiencia de uso de Google Chrome al iPad y lo han puesto de manera gratuita a través de la App Store en una aplicación que tiene de nombre iChromy. iChromy también posee una opción de lectura offline y leer después que al integrar los servicios de redes sociales como Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr y otro más, hacen de este navegador sumamente social y práctico.
How Graphics Cards Work" The images you see on your monitor are made of tiny dots called pixels. At most common resolution settings, a screen displays over a million pixels, and the computer has to decide what to do with every one in order to create an image. To do this, it needs a translator -- something to take binary data from the CPU and turn it into a picture you can see. Unless a computer has graphics capability built into the motherboard, that translation takes place on the graphics card. A graphics card's job is complex, but its principles and components are easy to understand. Think of a computer as a company with its own art department. A graphics card works along the same principles. Creating an image out of binary data is a demanding process. The graphics card accomplishes this task using four main components: Next, we'll look at the processor and memory in more detail.
Old Garage turned Mini Dream Home! | Hello there! It’s been a busy week with a trip to Seattle for the Picasso exhibition and a drive out to the coast but I knew I had to share this amazing remodel with you before the week came to a close. Everyone loves good makeovers and the ones involving tiny spaces, creative design and ingenious solutions are my all time favorites! Check out how Seattle artist, designer and welder, Michelle de la Vega, created this beautiful little 250 sq. ft. haven… The before… This lonely little detached garage is just begging for some love. The after! A cozy, light filled sleeping loft is so perfect for the space. The kitchen is well organized and accessible with open storage solutions. The rustic wood burning stove becomes sculptural in this room along with Michelle’s own art installations. The glass boxes housing pillow forms are actually a tribute to Michelle’s father. You know I am a big fan of great bathroom design and this one delivers. How many of us have garages that only house our junk!?
What to do with your USB flash drive: Run portable apps What's more portable than a laptop, tablet, or smartphone? Answer: A USB flash drive. If you want easy access to applications like Firefox, Chrome, OpenOffice, and more, all you need is your USB flash drive and a host computer. In part five of our "What to do with your USB flash drive" series, we'll show you how to install portable apps onto your USB flash drive. Step 1: Download the PortableApps 2.0 PR1.1 platform from PortableApps.com. Step 2: Insert a USB flash drive into your computer and double-click on the downloaded file, PortableApps.com_Platform_Setup_2.0_Pre-Release_1.1.exe, to start the installation. Step 3: At the "destination folder" section of the install, enter the drive letter of your USB flash drive, then click the Install button. Step 4: Click the Finish button to end the installation and launch the PortableApps.com Platform. Step 5: When the PortableApps menu appears, select Manage Apps, then Get More Apps. That's it.
Pack a Backpack for Camping From Wired How-To Wiki A well-packed sack will save your back. Photo by The Glasshalffull via Flickr. It's happened to everyone before. You start out in the comfort of your living room, with a cavernous empty backpack and all your gear spread out before you. Then, six miles out, you realize: Despite stuffing your pack to the brim, you've forgotten your rain shell and soaked your food in fuel. This article is part of a wiki anyone can edit. Outside In Especially with a lightweight backpack, you should put your sleeping pad in first. Sleeping bag next Pack in the reverse order of stuff you'll need. Distribute your supplies Tent: Heaviest items go in the middle and closest to your back. Cooking Gear: If you're planning on hot meals along the side of the trail, your portable stove is up next. Dry Clothes: Even if you don't intend to change your clothes, bring an extra set - especially socks (wool or poly, not cotton)! Medical: Consider the environment you're entering. Balance it out
The free five minute personality test! Your Existing Situation "Physical sickness, tension, and/or emotional issues have taken a toll on his life. His self-esteem has been crushed and he needs to quickly find a peaceful environment so that he can heal." Your Stress Sources "His normal flexible and stubborn attitude has become weakened because he feels overworked, tired and as if he is stuck in a rut. Your Restrained Characteristics "Feels he is getting less than he deserves for all his hard work; however, he makes no effort to change things and tries to make the best of the situation." Has strong emotional demands and is picky when it comes to choosing a partner. Your Desired Objective "If motivated, he will easily and quickly learn new skills. Your Actual Problem Fears others will try to hold him back from achieving his goals and the things he wants. Your Actual Problem #2 "Feeling tension and stress brought on by situations which are out of his control, leaves him feeling helpless, anxious, and in adequate.
How To Not Get Sued for File Sharing (And Other Ideas To Avoid Being Treated Like a Criminal) As of July 2006, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has sued over 20,000 music fans for file sharingin just under three years. In 2004, the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) joined this misguided, anti-consumer crusade. Filing lawsuits against anonymous "Doe" defendants, the RIAA and MPAA seek to uncover the identities of P2P users and force them to pay thousands of dollars in settlements. While there is no way to know exactly what the RIAA and MPAA are going to do or who they are going to sue, users of publicly-accessible P2P networks can take the following steps to reduce their chances of being sued: Either: Make sure there are no potentially infringing files in your shared folder. Or: Note: Not all clients allow you to turn off "sharing." Additional Considerations: The RIAA and MPAA have sued college students for using publicly-accessible file sharing networks, including systems like i2hub. We do too!
Cinnamon Roll Pancakes Updated 9/22/11 to Add: If you’re coming here to sample these delicious Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, you just might like the latest recipe that I’ve posted for Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Pancakes too. And Gingerbread- Cinnamon Roll Pancakes too. Enjoy! Here’s a short video sharing how to make these delicious pancakes: If you’ve ever thought you needed a reason to eat pancakes, today is the day: National Pancake Day! Eat a short stack for breakfast, enjoy them for lunch, or make a dinner out a manhole-sized pancake… guilt free… because you’re merely celebrating their existence. How do you like your pancakes? But recently I started dreaming about mixing cinnamon rolls and pancakes together… and this is what I came up with- my new favorite pancake: Cinnamon Roll Pancakes. I have a wonderfully fluffy pancake batter that I like to use (recipe below) so I swirled a bit of cinnamon roll filling into the pancake. It’s like eating a cinnamon roll, and no one needs more than one cinnamon roll for breakfast.
Judge in Google/Oracle Lawsuit: ‘You’re Both Asking for the Moon’ Wanted: More judges like U.S. District Judge William Alsup. Alsup is presiding over the currently ongoing lawsuit between Google and Oracle over the former’s Android OS—which the latter says infringes on their Java patents—and is demonstrating a refreshing attitude towards both companies’ attempts to argue their case. Alsup told attorneys representing the corporations, “You’re both asking for the moon and you should be more reasonable” during a hearing yesterday, according to Reuters. Lawyers acting on behalf of Google argued that Oracle estimated damages of between $1.4 billion and $6.1 billion as a result of patent infringement within the Android OS and asked Alsup to disallow those estimates, saying instead that Oracle deserves no damages. (MORE: Will App Developers Be Scared Away by Lawsuit Threats?) Alsup openly disagreed with that idea, telling the court, “Zero is ridiculous… They’re totally wrong on that.” A decision in the case is expected soon.