My apologies ..

Five of my sites were down since yesterday .. although some of the RSS Feeds were still working, and I’ve been getting comment spam .. most have not been able to view the site. I believe it was a “Permissions” issue, as a result of some migration of my account to new host servers.. But, I’ll never know for sure – because I’m not asking .. I’m just glad we’re back online! WooHoo!

Sorry for any inconvenience!!

Take care.
HART

Since Yesterday ..

I have been unable to bring up any of my sites, due to a migration and permission issue.

When I attempt to visit my sites – I see nothing. Do you?

Ye … I’m still getting comment spam! So, I figured maybe the RSS Feed still works and thought I would pass along a message.

This post (if it works) was created using the BlogDesk software and posted on multiple blogs at the same instance. Cool if it works (for other reasons) but REALLY Cool if it gets through and passes along this message:

I’m having problems with the following sites:

http://1800HART.com/blog/

http://1800HART.com/picks/

http://PetLvr.com/blog/

http://CorydonClock.com/blog/

http://HARTandYVONNE.com/blog/

I’m almost sure it has to do with permissions … my host provider migrated my accounts to different servers yesterday .. Although, I’m not 100% .. rather than try to play with each site individually .. I’m hoping for an easy fix from their end that gets everything working correctly as it should.

I will try to keep you all informed as I go along today ..

// HART (1-800-HART)

No legend of Greek mythology has endured the annals of time like the heroic tales of Jason and his Argonauts and their quest for the Golden Fleece. Many of the perils and rewards, which Jason encountered on his fantastic journey have been captured on this unique sword.

The legendary Golden Fleece, the multi-headed Hydra, the trident of Triton Lord of the Deep and Jasons mighty shield adorn both the antique brass plated cast metal guard and pommel.

This new version of the Argo Sword features a mirror-polished, 420 stainless steel blade deep-etched with intricately detailed designs, includes a solid wood wall plaque silkscreened with the image of a stylized rams head and a certificate of authenticity.

OVERALL LENGTH: 28-1/4″
BLADE LENGTH: 18-3/4″
BLADE THICKNESS: 3/16″
BLADE MATERIAL: Mirror polished, 420 stainless steel, false-edged.
HANDLE MATERIAL: Cast metal guard and pommel with an antique brass plated finish, solid wood grip, cast metal collar with an antique silver plated finish.
PLAQUE: 10″ x 10″ x 3/4″ wood, includes mounting hardware, instructions.

Argonaut Sword

Product Features and Technical Details

Product Features

Helps automatically remove your phone number from telemarketing lists
Covers all phones and answering machines on the same line
Doesn’t interfere with normal calls and telephone functions
Advanced 3-tone operation tells predictive dialing computers your number is disconnected
Built-in battery, no AC adapter required

Technical Details

Accessories: 6-foot phone cable
Connection: Standard RJ-11 telephone jack
Tones: Modes for 1 (standard) or 3 (advanced)
Power: Semi-permanent built-in lithium-ion battery
Width: 4 inches (approx.)
Depth: 1.5 inches (approx.)
Height: 1 inches (approx.)
Warranty: 1 year

Rivers Bend Desk and Chair – $ 479.98 Includes: Chair with Casters: 24″W x 22″D x 35″H Desk: 56″W x 26″D x 30″H Hutch Top: 54″W x 13″D x 21″H

The natural beauty of the “Rivers Bend” home office collection will transform any room in your home into a relaxing work environment. The soft look of the maple veneers helps you to work in style and beauty while giving you the comfort you deserve. The “Rivers Bend” creates the perfect work environment with everything you need within easy reach.

Features: Maple veneers and birch solids. Brushed nickel finish bin pull hardware. Upholstered castered RTA chair constructed from solid hardwood. Roller glide drawers/legal letter file rods. Drop hinged keyboard tray. Desk return able to attach to the left or right.

Includes:
Chair with Casters: 24″W x 22″D x 35″H
Return/File Cabinet: 50″W x 20″D x 30″H
Desk: 56″W x 26″D x 30″H
Hutch Top: 54″W x 13″D x 21″H

Rivers Bend Desk System with Chair Sku: ash H225 -02a/-12/-25/-25H TL

Availability: Usually ships in 2-3 weeks.

Kodak Easyshare CD33 3.1 Megapixel 3x Optical Zoom 5x Digital Zoom Digital Camera (Refurbished) $59.99 (US) $76.99 (CA)

CA: http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=aI5JwP4boEQ&offerid=101323.1741029&type=2&subid=0

Iomega Silver Series Limited Edition 250GB 7200RPM 8MB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive $99.99 (US) $126.99 (CA)

CA: http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=aI5JwP4boEQ&offerid=101323.2456588&type=2&subid=0

Blackberry 7100 Unlocked GSM PDA Phone (Factory Refurbished) $99.99 (US) $126.99 (CA)

CA: http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=aI5JwP4boEQ&offerid=101323.2231938&type=2&subid=0

Vizio L32HDTV10A 32″ 1366×768 800:1 Contrast Ratio HD LCD TV with ATSC HD Tuner $699.99 (US) $888.99 (CA)

CA: http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=aI5JwP4boEQ&offerid=101323.2203380&type=2&subid=0

I’ve said it before .. these are the best shoes I’ve ever owned ..

And .. I haven’t worn socks since early July 2006!

TERABYTE PRO: 100 GIGABYTES OF SPACE – 1000 GIGABYTES OF BANDWIDTH

TERABYTE COMMERCE: 200 GIGABTYES OF SPACE – 1000 GIGABYTES OF BANDWIDTH

Globat.com has updated both their website and their packages for web hosting .. and their tagline “Web Hosting Made Easy®” is downright close to being absolutely true! But .. don’t take HART’s word for it .. take it from their new company spokesman … SCREEEECH .. Dustin Diamond!

Dustin Diamond
With the success of the hugely popular sitcom “Saved by the Bell,” Dustin Diamond became well-known for his much-loved character of Samuel “Screech” Powers, the series’ resident nerd. So when it came time for Globat.com to choose a celebrity spokesperson, it was only natural that Dustin Diamond came to mind.

Built on the philosophy of “Web Hosting Made Easy®,” Globat.com wanted someone capable of conveying that Web hosting is indeed fun and easy, without losing sight of the technology aspect. With his mix of quirky comedy and his natural technical abilities, Dustin Diamond was a perfect fit.

Dustin’s genuine interest in technology runs in the family; his father is a computer tech professor, and his grandfather worked at NASA. Though the nerdy “Screech” character often made numerous references to his insect and animal collections, Dustin himself is more interested in the internet, and is also a master chess player. He has created several Web sites on his own, and has released a video entitled Dustin Diamond Teaches Chess in which he uses his comedy and knack for impersonations to make chess easy and understandable for anyone.

Dustin Diamond now brings these skills to Globat.com in order to spread the message of “Web Hosting Made Easy.” With his natural charm and keen ability to make anything fun, Dustin will revolutionize the way people view the Web hosting industry.

We have just opened up for public submissions additions to our *NEW* and *FREE* Directory Listing … sponsored by our newest addition to the HART-Empire Network … 62-151 Media Group.

All submissions are manually accepted and approved by a human being [by me .. HART (1-800-HART)], to avoid spam and splogs from appearing in the list.

We will be placing links in most of our sidebars, and invite anybody with a blog or website to come and include their site in our Free-For-All Directory Listing.

I should note that if you are using (the much superior i.m.o.) Internet Explorer v7 browser .. you will see the following in the sidebars..

Sadly to say .. if you are NOT using Internet Explorer and using FireFox browser .. you probably just see this instead ..

However, regardless of your view .. if you click on either graphic or the text link below .. you will be transported to our new Directory Listing!

62-151 Media Group – Directory Listing

I will now be posting around the 10th of each month “THANK-YOU” posts, like this one, to all the advertisers of the previous month listed as at month end. That’s a permanent link in our blog, under a new category heading which I call .. “Sponsor Appreciation”. I know it’s hard out there trying to figure out where to spend your advertising dollars .. and well .. THANKS for considering the 1-800-HART’s Picks.
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Advertiser Appreciation: August 2006

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Piano players gets all the chicks (or guys..) :-p ..
JUST KIDDING! C’Mon! You know you WANT TO learn how to play! Press Go!

Here are the Free Lesson Choices:

* Techniques to Playing The Piano By Ear
* Learning how to Harmonize Melodies
* Playing Major Scales
* Learning Major & Minor Chords
* The key to Improvising!

In the far right sidebar, in the RESOURCES box .. we have added NEW RSS feeds – By Category.

What does this mean?

Well, we post a lot of different items in here .. and we hope you add our RSS FEED (http://feeds.feedburner.com/1800HART/aDkc) .. but, if you are only interested in BOOKS and MEDIEVAL ART .. you now have the opportunity to just add those separate sub-category feeds to your favorite RSS feed reader .. so you don’t have to be subjected to all other of HART’s picks ..

I should note that adding the individual RSS feeds does NOT affect the Feedburner “COUNT” graphic that is also in the RESOURCES box in the sidebar.

Product Features

Large 20 by 60 inch walking/running surface area
Grip and telemetric heart rate monitors help you measure your fitness level
Quick incline and quick-speed keys offer easy access to desired settings; 3-speed fan cools you while exercising

Warranty: frame – 15 years, motor – 10 years, parts/electronics – 2 years, labor – 1 year
15 programs, including two heart rate calculation, two user-defined, and a body mass index test offer maximum workout variety

Product Description

The Bowflex Series 7 Treadmill is an intense cardio workout system with a powerful 3.0 horsepower continuous-duty motor and fifteen workout programs, providing ultimate variety in your exercise routine every time. The programs include a wide range of options, including manual, cardio, fat burn, speed interval jogger, hill intervals, heart strength/recovery test, calorie goal, distance goal, cardio heart rate calculation, body mass index (BMI) test, and two custom programs to truly personalize your workouts. In addition, grip and telemetric heart rate monitoring and a backlit LED computer display track your heart rate and metrics as you exercise.

For your convenience, the treadmill folds up for easy storage and also has a built-in three-speed fan, two bottle holders, and quick-speed keys for your added comfort and ease of use. A generously sized walking and running belt surface area measures 20 by 60 inches and features Bowflex’s unique Strike Zone deck cushioning system for ultimate support, stability, and comfort during your lift-off and landing motions. Whether you’re just starting to get in shape or are a seasoned athlete looking to stay in shape, the Series 7 is a diverse piece of equipment for your home with a speed range up to 11 miles per hour and an incline grade up to 12%, allowing you to customize your workout pace and program every time.

Feature Detail:

3.0 continuous-duty horsepower motor
Speed range is 0.5-11 miles per hour/0.8-17.7 kilometers per hour
0-12% incline range
Quick incline and quick-speed keys offer easy access to desired settings
Fifteen workout programs: manual, cardio, running, fat burn, speed interval jogger, hill intervals, 5K run with 12 intervals, heart strength/recovery test, calorie goal, distance goal, fat burn heart rate calculation, cardio heart rate calculation, body mass index (BMI) test, two custom programs
Grip and telemetric heart rate monitors help measure your fitness level
Skylight backlit LCD computer display
Product dimensions: 83 by 35 by 55.25 inches/211 by 89 by 140 centimeters
Folded product dimensions: 40.87 by 35 by 65.5 inches/104 by 89 by 166 centimeters
Machine Weight: 298 pounds/135 kilograms
Maximum user weight: 300 pounds/136 kilograms
Power Requirements: 120VAC 15A non-GFI grounded outlet
Strike Zone deck cushioning provides soft landing and firm lift-off
Two-ply belt
Rollers measure 2.5 inches/6.4 centimeters
Walking/running surface area measures 20 inches wide by 60 inches long/51 by 152 centimeters
Built-in three-speed fan
Two bottle/cup holders
About Treadmills
Walking is still considered one of the most beneficial cardiovascular exercises for people of all ages, body types, and fitness levels. As a fundamental form of aerobic training, walking has numerous physical benefits for the heart, lungs, and circulatory system, while also increasing muscle tone and burning fat calories. Treadmills provide a convenient way to regularly exercise in all weather conditions in the comfort and safety of your own home.

From beginners just starting an exercise regimen to advanced athletes looking to maintain their fitness level, anyone interested in getting and staying in shape can benefit greatly from regular use of a treadmill. Treadmills allow you to determine the pace, distance, and complexity of the workout based on your needs, all while watching television, talking on the telephone, or reading a magazine. Much easier on sensitive joints like the knees and hips, treadmill walking and running surfaces are typically long, padded platforms that allow ample room for a long stride and comfortable, low-impact walk or jog without the harsh contact of a concrete surface.

While many different types, styles, and price ranges of treadmills exist, many of them offer unique features like a fold-up design for easy storage, an electronic display monitor showing speed, distance, workout time, incline level, and burned calories, and EKG grip pulses to monitor the heart rate while exercising. Regardless of the simple to complex features you may choose, treadmills offer an array of aerobic exercise opportunities that will provide long-lasting beneficial cardiovascular results without a commute to the gym or a jog in the rain.

Manufacturer Warranty

Frame – 15 years; motor – 10 years; parts/electronics – 2 years; labor – 1 year

What’s in the Box?

Bowflex Series 7 treadmill, user’s manual, warranty information

Product Description

Authorized Bowflex Dealer. The Bowflex Series 7 Treadmill is an intense cardio workout system for use in the comfort of your own home. It offers quick speed and incline keys 15 programs for variety and an extra wide running surface. Large 20 x 60 in walking surface provides comforts and security. It also has 3 speed fan cools you while exercising. Fold-up treadmill using SoftDroptrade decline position ensures easy storage and portability. Grip heart rate helps you measure your fitness. Strike Zonetrade deck suspension provides soft landing and firm lift-off. It also has a Skylighttrade backlit LCD display. Power requirement: 120 volt 15 ampere Non-GFI grounded outlet.

Product Details

Shipping Weight: 259.00 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
ASIN: B000BGMFHO
Item model number: Bowflex 7 Series Treadmill
average customer review: based on 10 reviews. (Write a review.)
Amazon.com Sales Rank: #87 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top Sellers in Sports & Outdoors)

Editorial Reviews

Book Description
Proving once and for all that standards-compliant design does not equal dull design, this inspiring tome uses examples from the landmark CSS Zen Garden site as the foundation for discussions on how to create beautiful, progressive CSS-based Web sites. By using the Zen Garden sites as examples of how CSS design techniques and approaches can be applied to specific Web challenges, authors Dave Shea and Molly Holzschlag provide an eye-opening look at the range of design methods made possible by CSS (Cascading Style Sheets). By the time you’ve finished perusing the volume, you’ll have a new understanding of the graphically rich, fully accessible sites that CSS design facilitates. In sections on design, layout, imagery, typography, effects, and themes, Dave and Molly take you through every phase of the design process–from striking a sensible balance between text and graphics to creating eye-popping special effects (no scripting required).

About the Author

Dave Shea is the creator and cultivator of the highly influential CSS Zen Garden Web site (www.csszengarden.com). As well as being a member of the Web Standards Project, Dave is the owner and director of Bright Creative, and he writes about all things Web for his daily weblog, mezzoblue.com. With over 6 years of experience working on the Web, Dave is a leader of the new generation of Web designers that believe in responsible Web design.

An author, instructor, and Web designer, Molly E. Holzschlag has written over 27 books related to Web design and development. She’s been coined “one of the greatest digerati” and deemed one of the Top 25 Most Influential Women on the Web. There is little doubt that in the world of Web design and development, Molly is one of the most fun and vibrant Web characters around. As a steering committee member for the Web Standards Project (WaSP), Molly works along with a group of other dedicated Web developers and designers to promote W3C recommendations. For more about Molly, check out www.molly.com.

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Product Details

Paperback: 304 pages
Publisher: Peachpit Press (February 17, 2005)
Language: English
ISBN: 0321303474
Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 8.4 x 0.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.79 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
average customer review: based on 63 reviews. (Write a review.)
Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,923 in Books (See Top Sellers in Books)
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