A Short Story of Glendora, an Amazing, Persistent Community Television Producer!

What do you remember about Glendora? I’m not talking about the town of Glendora in California. The Glendora that I’m speaking about is the one that is famous for the long-running community television show called, “A Chat with Glendora”. Behind this show is the glowing portrait of a woman who is known for her persistence, and her all-around creativity, Glendora Vesta Folsom Buell.

This lady knows television and television knows this lady in a way that the world will always remember. Tune in to any of the sixty cities in America, where Glendora’s show airs on a regular basis and you will see what I mean.

Glendora is that, and I’ll quote, “singular, persistent and unstoppable”! She has truly dedicated a huge part of her life to God, and to television but also to helping those around her -near and far. Besides being a willing helper, an all-around mentor, Glendora is and has been, for decades, a community television producer, director, and actress. The producer of this longest-running community television show is a unique kind of actress in that she deals in truth, justice, humor and in the American way. She and her show promote freedom of speech in the utmost, fabulous way, giving many people their voice when their voices might not have been heard.

Being a person who promotes veganism, and vegetarianism, Glendora began her own Vegetarian club many years ago. Besides promoting vegetarianism, Glendora’s programs feature topics that are very necessary in our world. She talks about … Continue Reading ...

Tube Amplifiers: Reasons Why They Are So Popular Today

Once again, we can see that tube amplifiers are rising in popularity. In fact, they are considered high-end audio equipment. In the 1960s, the use of the tube amplifiers was almost abandoned. They were replaced by lighter but a lot more powerful transistor-based amplifiers. Today, they are back in the market.

In the past, tube amplifiers were the favorite choice of most audiophiles, recording engineers, and musicians of the world. In this article, we are going to talk about how these classic devices are becoming a new trend in the here and now. Read on to know more.

Today’s transistors can be connected to powerful loudspeakers directly. However, this is not the case with a tube amplifier. You cannot connect a tube amplifier to a loudspeaker directly. To make the connection, you need an output transformer as well. That is why these transistors are found in almost all types of tubes.

The problem with the transformers is that they add to the weight and size of the device. That is the reason you can’t find tube-based mP3 players in the market. On the other hand, the benefit of the system is that the amplifiers can deliver their highest power regardless of the type of speakers. This is the biggest advantage of having multiple types of connections for compatibility with speakers of different types.

Although you can’t get high power rating with the tube amp, the output transformer will be powerful enough to meet your power needs. So, your speakers will … Continue Reading ...

Satellite TV – Television Without Limits

Did you know that your cable service limits what you watch on television? Cable users are left out of the loop when it comes to television programming, new movie releases, and sports programming. Satellite TV offers an unparalleled television experience to its subscribers. Not only are they privy to the latest in high definition technology on more channels, but they also get exclusive drama and comedy TV shows, a plethora of the latest movies, and sports packages that surpass the needs of any die hard fan.

Cutting Edge TV Programming

As a cable subscriber, you have to wait years to see the hot shows that all of your friends are addicted to right now, like Entourage and Weeds. You’re afraid to admit that you don’t know whether Turtle is an animal or a person. And you can’t see how people could relate to a drug-dealing suburban widow. Satellite TV offers the channels you need to stay current while offering you drama and comedy programming that is more racy, more real than what you watch on your basic cable. You can experience this programming in high definition as well, which brings you even further into the drama.

New Movie Releases

Satellite TV makes getting the latest movie releases easy. You can rent high definition new movies straight from your satellite TV provider whenever you want at a low cost. This benefit makes your hectic life a little easier by removing the stress of picking up a movie at your local video … Continue Reading ...

The Better Television Type – Is a Plasma Better Than LCD Or the Other Way Around?

Two prominent types of televisions are Plasma and LCD. Are they one and the same? Not in any way. Since it is apparent that many consumers are confused and misinformed about the dissimilarity of Plasma Televisions from LCD ones and vice versa, consider some factors on how to determine which technology best suits you.

To determine which between the two types of televisions which are Plasma and LCD is more superior cannot be decided easily. In fact, your conditions and likings are the factors that determine your choice. Nonetheless, to aid you in coming up with the right choice, let us first discuss the distinctions between the two, then the advantages and disadvantages for each and thereafter some false impressions about these Televisions.

When a flat screen Television having slim contour capable of being hanged on a wall is seen in a showroom, most people fail to differentiate which among these Televisions is Plasma type or LCD type. We must admit that both Televisions are state-of-the-art technologies as we find them really cool. Both have remarkable screen resolution and input types and can be considered similar in several more aspects, however, it must be remembered that there are dissimilarities proving them as entirely distinct technologies.

This article is not intended to put in plain words the technical function of both LCD and Plasma Television but instead inform you of their genuine and realistic distinctions as necessary aids in arriving at a proper decision. Nonetheless, some essential function shall be shortly … Continue Reading ...

Pros and Cons of the Tube Top

The tube top is definitely on the list in terms of classic summer attire. In the past, nearly every woman owned a tube top of one color or another but today women are shying away from this trend and are just not sure of the style anymore. With so many different fashion tops on the market today, it can be easy to overlook the classic styles and choose something else that offers less restriction than this top. We have outlined the pros and cons of this classic top so you can decide for yourself if this summer top is a worthwhile investment for your current summer wardrobe.

Pros:

• Everyone loves a strapless style during the summer months of the year. If not to avoid those unsightly tan lines than to utilize the ability to show a bit more skin than you normally would.
• They are perfect for layering as they are solid in color for the most part and form fitting which allows them to be covered with another fashion top easily without bumps and wrinkles showing from beneath.
• There is no color that you cannot find a tube top in today! The color options are endless and the bolder the better is the motto for this summer.
• They are incredibly affordable which allows you to own more than one
• Women of all shapes and sizes and ages can utilize this casual trend
• This fashion top can be worn as formal wear when paired … Continue Reading ...

Roofs Damaged by Animals – It Is Not Just the Weather That Causes Damage to Roofs

Everyone knows that weather damages roofing, but have you ever thought about the roof destruction caused by animals? Animals like squirrels, raccoons, birds, rats, bats, and other small creatures can cause enormous amounts of harm.

Squirrels will chew through anything! Things like wood, aluminum, electrical wires, shingles, vents, and insulation. Many times, squirrels will chew through shingles and use insulation, drywall, wood, and more to build nests in roofs and attics. These nests can extend several feet, and large amounts of dry nesting combined with the squirrels’ wiring chewing causes an extreme fire hazard. Also, squirrels attract ticks and fleas which begin to accumulate in their nests and move on to people and pets in the home. To get rid of squirrels, it is not as simple as removing adult squirrels and patching up holes. They will only come back and tear through the holes again, especially if they have young in their nests. You have to remove the nests, adult squirrels, baby squirrels, and completely seal the building to prevent entry again.

Birds are famous for nesting in any place they can find. Their homes can be built in roof vents, chimneys, soffits, and in roofs. Nests that are built in, on, and around roofs cause fire hazards. Nests that are thick and extend in places like vents or chimneys can be very dangerous because they can block correct flow of oxygen and carbon monoxide can build up. Bird droppings can also be unsafe. Droppings are acidic and will … Continue Reading ...