A truly wonderful experience....
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I wanted to write this note to thank you for your book "Adobe Photoshop CS - The Art of Photographing Women".  It is phenomenal!
  I have followed your writings in Photoshop User magazine, and have admired, and adopted, many of your techniques for retouching that Scott Kelby had included in his book on Photoshop for Digital Photographers.  I have been looking forward to the release of your book and I have to say that the wait has been well worth it.  I especially like the information you put forth on archiving the image files, your pre-postproduction and color correction actions.  Your chapter on lighting, though, really inspired me.  I was amazed at how much I learned from this chapter, even though I have been a photographer for the past 34 years.  Your explanation, and illustration, of the process you went through in lighting the fashion photo was by far the best, and most informative I have ever come across.  It opened my eyes to a whole new way of seeing light.  I have to add that I have only begun to focus on fashion, portrait, and beauty photography the last couple of years; I have primarily been a nature photographer since I was 12 years old.  Thank you so much for this book.  I truly believe that it will help me move to the next level with my photography.
  I look forward to putting your suggestions into practice, and continuing this incredible journey that is being a photographer.
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I got this album twice over, the iTunes album and the signed CD. Because this album is so special, before I even got to read Maybe Someday (the book). I had already fallen in love with the songs, the lyrics, the feelingthat were pouring out of the songs and into my heart. Now that I have read the book, the album has become even more special to me, they are so beautiful and represent something pureand beautiful as well. This album is a life changer and an experience you cannot miss.

It is simly unforgettable.
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Laurie, This morning I found a couple of hours to tumble into your world. Thank you for sharing such vivid memories of that incredible period of yours and Bill Evans' lives. The joy you felt comes through so clearly but you also communicate the fears and melancholy times so well that at times, while reading, I could have sworn I was sitting across the table from you in a New York coffee shop listening while it was all happening. Clearly, your spiritual view of life was part of what got you through the difficult times, but it sounds like it was a magical adventure that must have been inspiring for the emotion, the places, and the people. What a growing experience! As an Edmontonian, I got a real charge out of your mention of people and places close to home. And the descriptions with sights, sounds, and smells - well done! You really painted the scenes into life! Thanks again for sharing those times, the good and the not-so-good, and letting me in on the roller coaster ride of those 18 months. I will treasure the book and print always. I wish the best of luck to you and that the book gets recognition as an important piece of the puzzle that was Bill Evans".
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Experience the beauty of the world in only 50 short minutes.

The pure passion and attention to craft is astounding. Absolutely wonderful listening experience. Katica, I'm going to need your discography, because this is just awe-inspiring. Incredible emotion, quality, and love put in every track.

5/5, Flawless listening!
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Third Wish is a unique experience. The story is obviously a long one, but one that needs to have an audience. The accompanied music is very important to the story, as it shines a brighter light on the participating characters. I have thoroughly enjoyed the adventures of Max-Pol, Alex, Alice, Kostas and Wonko. The adventures of Dog and Alice-Alice were not as exciting to me, but of course I was missing my friends by the time we met. Since Third Wish is so unique to me, I really have nothing to compare it with, though I have read hundreds of books. Third Wish stands alone, not only as a story, but as an adventure. The adventure seems to be an external one, a record of trips and happenings. Along the way you realize that another adventure has already started in the readers mind. This journey is not into just the characters, but the world in which the characters exist. I had to remind myself that the adventures of the "Jumwillies" takes place in the present. The wonderful places and experiences they enjoy and share keep me thinking that they are living a thousand years ago. I yearned for the peaceful and fun trips they were having, as well as the silence that only a comfortable friend can provide during a visit. I would have enjoyed being a Jumwillie, sharing their laughter, stories, and emotions. I'm sure the Freudian experts would have a lot to say about the story within a story within a story. Of course, by doing so they would miss the entire point of Third Wish! For in the end, we are as readers only a witness.

Though we can share in the telling of the many stories that the novel reveals, we are reminded that we are not being witnessed ourselves. We are bound to the characters by their stories, but as we know, some secrets must not be told. Thus, we are left with only one truth...

Nobody knows what the Jumwillies know.

I would describe Third Wish as a journey into the intimate lives of characters that enjoy the simple pleasures that life can bring...though most of us do not see them. These characters however have conflicts and dilemmas along the way. Third Wish is, above all, a journey. A journey of history, friendship, laughter, love, peace, sadness, and finally understanding and acceptance.

Third Wish stands alone among the hundreds of books I have read. It is unique in many ways, and the level of intertwining of characters and stories is rare in my opinion.

To Mr. Fulghum, Thank you for the enlightenment, enjoyment, and your gift of many stories in Third Wish. I find myself thinking of taking a walk with a friend and playing my own version of left right surprise. I think of visiting Crete one day, and enjoying the simple pleasures that Alex and Max-Pol experienced. I think of the many simple pleasures that in a busy world are forgotten. The idea of retroactive wishes should not be taken lightly, and I hope to be reminded of them in the future.
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The thing with Pulse is the continuity ot the DVD. Superb in every sense- sight and sound. The balance between each instrument is studio-quality and the quality of finish is beyond comparison- even considering the length of the movie. Prior to viewing it, I was unconvinced that it would shine, but I was tansformed into a devout fan before the first song had played through. The lighting is the most amazing aspect of the movie as it creates such a mood that sets up the music amazingly well. The music, I found, even being a hard-core Pink Floyd fan was incredible, despite having heard all of the material in studio format. Really, though; this is not just a movie for the true Floydians, but is a musical masterpeice that HAS to be seen to be understood. Going to a gig will never be the same after you watch this: the finished product is the most spectacular concert ever recorded- without any shadow of a doubt. The best tracks stand up as Shine..., Coming Back To Life, the staggeringly beautiful One Of These Days and the supreme Comfortably Numb; the 30foot glitterball turning into a jellyfish type-thing finished the show in unthinkable glory- definitely one for the musicians and everyone else on the planet really- the best buy !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Myself and my partner, Kerry, visited Oxford to soak up the surroundings and to research our production of the play, "Shadowlands" by William Nicholson, based on the story of CS Lewis and Joy Davidman.  On arriving, we did not know where to start until we found a copy of Ronald K Brind's wonderful book.  It really was like finding treasure as it is totally unlike any other book written about Lewis, of which we have read many.  All of them are fascinating, but this one is truly personal.  Mr Brind manages to convey a true sense of what the lives of these extraordinary people were truly like drawing on his first hand experience and providing us with such unique nuggets of information that can only be communicated by someone who was actually there.

In addition to this, Mr Brind's passion for ensuring that Lewis' legacy is more evident in his home city, nationally and internationally shines through every word.

The tour itself is quite indescribably inspiring and moving.  We self navigated the route over the course of a couple of days and cannot really put into words what an amazing experience it was.  The words and photographs provided are extremely clear and made the tour easy to follow, including so many places of interest that, by the time we had finished, we felt that we had really got to know "Jack" and Joy.  Although it is difficult to pin-point just a few highlights as it is all so amazing, by visiting the hotel where it is very possible that the two initially met, Lewis' house, Joy's house, the crematorium at which is displayed Joy's epitaph and the gravestone for Lewis and his brother "Warnie" were particularly awe inspiring moments in a tour which we will never forget, and will take every opportunity to tell other people about, not to mention visiting again ourselves.

We also had the privilege of speaking to Mr Brind himself who was charming, kind, as passionate about his subject as his book had led us to believe, knowledgeable, and as grateful to us for expressing our delight in what he had written as we were to him for providing us this key into the lives of these very special people.  This was very humbling, as we believe that what Mr Brind is doing for the memory of Lewis and those around him is truly remarkable.  Although our production has now come to an end after a successful week of performances, our passion and interest in C S Lewis will remain undimmed, in large part due to Mr Ronald K Brind.  We thoroughly recommend the book and the tour to all people of all ages.  Even if you have not felt an interest in C S Lewis's life before this, you are sure to feel differently having read the book and been on the tour, which could well open up a lifetime interest.  Thank You Ronald - Thank You x
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My wife and I just returned from a wonderful visit to the Emerald Isle. What a wonderful 2 weeks! Reading this wonderful book, both before and after our visit, was monumentally useful for us. In the magnificent flow of the storyteller, Frank Delaney takes you on a magical trip through both fact and fiction in this novel come alive. I found that my understanding of what I experienced was so much enhanced using the book as a sort of accompaniment piece. I encourage you to read it for the simple pleasure of doing so, but also as an enticement to visit the country if you've not already done so; or as a wonderful refreshing of your memories if you have.
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A truly wonderful book!!! I highly recommend this to anyone for an intense few days of reading, or a light read in front of the T.V.
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The game arrived on time as scheduled.  It was a wonderful experience playing the game for me and my husband.  And belive it or not we wound up conceiving a baby the first time we played!!!  haha  But overall it was a really sensual and helped us connect on so many levels.  The idea to play started out as a joke but turned out to be a wonderful way for us to set time a part for US.
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Well, it was hard to believe that Lightning Papers surpassed my already ridiculously high expectations.  What a remarkable achievement to have blended so many elements into such a captivating, educational, and illuminating story.  It felt as though I were back in the classroom with a most exceptional teacher as the mystery at the heart of the universe and my own human heart were laid open in front of me.  Truly a beautiful experience created by a masterful writer.  As I finished the final words last night, what flashed into my mind was something probably from a prayer learned long ago:  "World without end, Amen."  I ran out into the snowy night up here in the mountains and let the radiance of the almost still full moon penetrate my retina and my being and know that I am forever changed.  This will be a book I read many times.  Thank you so much for your vision, Dear Pamela.  This will be the future.  Ho!
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I had the pleasure of encountering this remarkable work in the most fitting way possible - by unexpectedly happening upon a book signing & reading with the author, Ms. Krahl, herself. I must admit that being introduced to an indelible project such as this by crossing the threshold of its very themes is as marvelous and serendipitous of an encounter as there may be. I was going for a drive on a beautiful late summer afternoon in Gloucester County, Virginia, and for whatever reason, my mind had convinced itself, for no reason whatsoever, that today was the day to pay a visit to the illustrious Inn at Warren Hall. I parked my car, noticing a gravel driveway full of other vehicles, and with the sincere hope that my historic curiosities would not be an imposition on any wedding rehearsal party, I entered the foyer.

I was immediately greeted by the kindest innkeeper in memory, and a similarly genteel introduction was made with Ms. Krahl before I even understood the event soon to begin. It took but a moment of conversation with Ms. Krahl to discern the passion, the commitment, and the intellectual rigor of accuracy with which she approached this book. It so happened to contain a bevy of my most prized and closely-held themes: Colonial Virginia, Horseracing, the North Shore Massachusetts Fishing Industry, along with the pursuit of self-atonement. And so I cracked a few pages for brief acquaintance with the material, and found myself a seat in the beautiful sitting room adjacent to the entrance.

It is essential to know that this is not a book about any single point of view. Trying to confine the book's innerworkings, its interwoven tapestry of culture, of time, of space, of faith, or of any other principle characteristic with which we generally project upon a novel's protagonists, may fall short of sufficient definition. The book is built upon a unique understanding of life and love, of self-worth and of self-identification. What it offers, however, is something for everyone. The themes, the descriptions, the dialogue, the research, and the detailed descriptions bring to life not a single world, but three. Ms. Krahl's dedication to the truth of the culture asserted in each scene allows for a transcendent work that not only approaches timelessness, but seeks to answer the question of what if time was a relative construction in the first place? I do the plot, and the book as a whole, no justice by trying to explain it here, as an Amazon review pales in comparison to an author who has dedicated fifteen years to fine tune such broad lenses to the point of crystal clarity. Do yourself a favor. Buy the book.
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This was the best experience I have ever had.  My merchandise was delivered in the time they said it would be.

This was a gift for my 4 year old niece, she was so happy and of course that made we happy.  Thank you Amazon for a great job.

Looking forward to ordering from you again!  Thank you!!!!  Pat
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Instead of trying to isolate particular moments and tracks (Wordsworth cautions us that "we murder to dissect), let me say that the entire 6-cd experience is the single greatest musical experience I have ever had. This is not about hits, and is not about rarities and alternate cuts, and curiosities--nothing so pedestrian.  Rather, it's a spiritual compilation that charts a spiritual history of divine inspiration and the commitment to human joy that, I would dare say, the BB themselves, caught in the fire of divine inspiration, could not themselves have fully understood.

Linett and Boyd know this and have given fans and music lovers a gift that defies all discursive analysis and all expectations. Only Wordsworth's other famous phrase begins to approximate what we experience here: Surprised by Joy.

Update: Some call the collection "bloated" and "not perfect." Such discussions of omissions miss the artistry of the producers and resist the maelstrom that have created in favor of petty fetishizations of arcana that some delight in displaying their knowledge of.  History is not one absolute narrative, and the particular emotional and aesthetic history chronicled in MIC is unassailably compelling. There is not a sense in which it can be called incomplete, once you release your obsession with the particular and give yourself to the totality. Variously measured, nothing is missing here, nothing that the mind and heart need to understand (Classicism) and to feel and enjoy (Romanticism). MIC is not a "catalogue" ; it's a chronicle, an epic chronicle.  Linett and Boyd are such artists and have "composed," if you will, a BB epic, which is not meant to check off every fan's wish list but to move and to instruct, and most of all, to provide pleasure, pleasure for the soul.
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This recorded book was simply a wonderful experience. It makes a great "listen", and I suspect it would make an even better "read"..
The Book: One of the best things about this book was what it did NOT do. Although the style was accessible and enjoyable for a lay person, it made no attempt to "dumb down" the material. There were many interesting, pertinent anecdotes and examples, but the author avoids the current fad of using so  many character studies that the reader has a hard time finding the informational  material. The examples elaborate on and clarify the information; the information does not appear to be a footnote to the examples! She uses numerous technical terms, but they are defined or their meaning is otherwise clearly understandable to the reader who is not a specialist. I read a book  like this to be informed in an enjoyable fashion and without having to consult a technical dictionary. Dr. Wolf more than met my expectations.
When I began the book I expected to hear about the psychology and science of reading. That subject was covered extremely well, but in addition I found a bonus that made the book truly special: sections on the history and even the PHILOSOPHY of reading.  The discussion of early writing provided history that was completely new to me, and a discussion of a Platonic dialogue that warned about the dangers of writing versus an oral tradition was both amusing and intriguingly modern-sounding, as we struggle today with the implications of electronic media for the future of reading.  The bulk of the book covers present-day thinking on learning to read and especially reading disabilities, an emphasis that is not surprising since this is the author's field of expertise. It was interesting but perhaps overly drawn-out. Maybe I just did not appreciate some of the nuances, but she seemed to be a bit repetitive here.  This small shortcoming, however, is excusable in someone who clearly loves her field, and it should not be a deterrent to reading this fascinating book.
The Recording: The Reader, Kirsten Potter, has a very pleasant and CLEAR voice, easy to understand even in noisy environments. A pet peeve of mine is readers who mispronounce unusual terms, and she does an excellent job on the technical terms. Indeed, I discovered, when pushed to justify my annoyance, that I have been  mispronouncing "occipital" for years! Ms. Potter had a special challenge in this book on READING, because in several places the author would say something like, "Read the passage below" in order to make a point about the process of reading. I felt Ms. Potter handled these passages very well, although she obviously could not duplicate the reading process exactly.
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Fantastic seller, great product, an experience so smooth it was almost criminal!!
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From the moment I started reading this book I looked at my own pets and how they were behaving.  A great emphasis throughout is to enjoy life in the very moment, not to worry about the past or the future.  A wonderful feeling of joy and new understanding came forward from the lives of our pets.  Thank you - a wonderful experience