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• SSGT - New Bubbler
  by Barbara Sparhawk

  Take a look at some remarkable photographs of Iraq war, with so many of the world’s countries there now, by SSGT. He’s an American Marin…

  Take a look at some remarkable photographs of Iraq war, with so many of the world’s countries there now, by SSGT. He’s an American Marine, and he’s in battle, and he carries his camera with him….to everyone’s benefit. These are extraordinary photographs and well worth viewing and commenting on. And it’s a ‘real time’ view from the front lines. How incredible that is to me. / This is primo photo-journalism, picture-taking on the run. / Although I’m not a photographer, I know there are interesting things being done by SSGT with the kind of camera he uses, exposures, etc. It’s serious work, all very human, history in the making. / Please drop in and see yourselves. / Best to all, / Barbara

• Colorado losing Battle
  by Steve Taylor

  Since I joined this site many people have said that they need to get to Colorado. Well you might want to consider that sooner than later…

  Since I joined this site many people have said that they need to get to Colorado. Well you might want to consider that sooner than later. / For the past few years pine bettles have been destroring the forest land of our beautiful state. It is estimated that Colorado has lost close to 10% of the forest. The bettles kill the lodge pole pine which pretty much cover the mountains of Colorado. Some experts say the forest as we know it could be gone in 5 to 10 yrs. / I live in Eagle county which is one of the worst hit. Grand county is the worst with as much as 50% dead. We have a friend in Grand county that told us his eight yr old daughter had to draw a picture of the Rocky Mountains at school and colored them brown. / Well ,we still our Aspen trees.

• Punched in the face
  by Samuel Durkin

  That’s right the artist spends everyday struggling with art, trying to make something worthwhile, then on a night out meets the un-cultur…

  That’s right the artist spends everyday struggling with art, trying to make something worthwhile, then on a night out meets the un-cultured person who has a dark and possibly psychotic attitude to artists. Not your average moron this time, but a partial physicist no less. One however that cannot handle the fact I do not care about monetary wealth but care more for art. He decides to spend an hour insulting me in an attempt to rile me to aggression. sure I eventually decide, I do not like him much and insult him back and state that I believe my art is at least as important as his science he eventually looses his cool and punches me full in the face. I take it. I’m a large guy, 6’ 3” and know from experience I can hurt people if i fight back, So i just take the punch and stand my ground. He though throws another and I take that one too, but still do not move or even react. By now the night club I’m in people decide to join my side, as I am evidently not the aggressor and many of them know me. and he’s kicked out. I haven’t faced this level of aggression since my early twenties and then i may have bothered throwing a punch back, but I’m older and wiser and feel my calm response is a growth and strength. And maybe it even proves art and culture is better than science and money :) I at least get to paint naked ladies and create things people will treasure and he gets to look for invisible partials that could destroy the world. I know which I think is the better life and more worthwhile, and don’t need to hti people to find prove it.

• Nola..........
  by bribiedamo

  Just an update for some who are aware of my friend Nolas’ encounter with cancer, she has had some reasonably good news, in that the docs …

  Just an update for some who are aware of my friend Nolas’ encounter with cancer, she has had some reasonably good news, in that the docs think that it is treatable and are being positive about it, on the down side for her is that they are going to have to use some very heavy chemo drugs because of the agressiv eness of her particular cancer…....but anyway she starts treatment in 10 days times …........so if u have any time to spare a thought for her during the next couple of weeks…......it would be appreciated….....the power of minds can do a lot…....I have reminded her that she will be as bald as me….....but she will still be beautiful…....which may not be the case with me…....lol….............if u could just think …....peace and light to Nola….......tx…........ciao

• " Watercolour" almost made it!!!
  by Carisma

  Ok Ok , I am happy also of 5th place…..!! My “Watercolour” got a placing in the “Ultimate Photo Battle” weekly contest!!!! Out o…

  Ok Ok , I am happy also of 5th place…..!! My “Watercolour” got a placing in the “Ultimate Photo Battle” weekly contest!!!! Out of 204 entries ! I will be a happy granny when I go on tour again on friday!!!! Love you all for the encouragement you guys always give me! Made me go out there and test myself!

• Great News for Nola
  by bribiedamo

  just got a text from Nola and the bone marrow test results show no cancer cells….......wow…......yippee….....yahoo….....you blood…

  just got a text from Nola and the bone marrow test results show no cancer cells….......wow…......yippee….....yahoo….....you bloody beauty….....little ripper…....how good is that…....man I feel just bloody good now…......vibrating with happiness for her and Rob…........and a tear or two….....that girl has been thru a lot and stood up to it so very well…....thanks to all who sent such good vibes to Nola….........

• Melbourne Lindy Battle Videos
  by Xavier Shay

  You probably didn’t know, but last weekend probably the biggest Australian Swing Dancing festival was held here in Melbourne. On the Frid…

  You probably didn’t know, but last weekend probably the biggest Australian Swing Dancing festival was held here in Melbourne. On the Friday was a competition – the Melbourne Lindy Battle. I competed and did pretty well. Wren Stew (Teams event, 2nd) / Charleston Challenge (Solo, 1st) / Jack and Jill (Random partnered, 2nd) Those last two links are fairly large AVIs, the first is on youtube so much more accessible. Came 4th in the other 3 events I went in (slow & smooth, strictly lindy, fast foot), which is pretty good for the first two but dead last for the fast :( In case you’re unsure I’m the guy with the big hair and the RB tees… I highly recommend checking out the other winners of the teams event, they’re pretty awesome. SHAMELESS PLUG: I teach at the Golden Gate Hotel in South Melbourne on Tuesday nights – come along!

• First Art work up, yeah computer battle over.
  by zee1

  Yeah I have finally uploaded some things for the first time into the Bubble. I usually roam around buying and this time I am sharing whic…

  Yeah I have finally uploaded some things for the first time into the Bubble. I usually roam around buying and this time I am sharing which feels just as exciting. After many hours of trying I was able to load everything the way the elves need it as my photoshop experience is less than minimal. I am happy to say that ever time I got stuck i just free roamed around the forums for advice and it was there. Another beautiful thing about this site is that people are so willing to help each other. Below are the links to the images/t-shirt if I have done it right. Once again beginner status circles my every move, not just with the art but even with the systems to make it happen. It’s lucky this is not my day job. EmergeI EmergeII BadKitty-T BadKitty If you have any suggestons please feel free to leave comments and especially any advice would be greatly appreciated. Bubble Up Everyone, Cheers, Zee1

• Fighting a losing battle
  by pat oubridge

  In January gone I managed to stop smoking. Hooray you might say, but now I’m having a battle with my weight. I go to the gym 3 times a we…

  In January gone I managed to stop smoking. Hooray you might say, but now I’m having a battle with my weight. I go to the gym 3 times a week, I walk everywhere because I don’t drive and I try to watch what I eat. All to no avail I’m afraid. Has anyone any suggestions I’m willing to try anything. There is no way I would let any photos be taken of me but I do spend a lot of time bubbling, could this be my problem?

• Like you've never lost a battle of wits
  by Emily Faulkner

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• Typophile's 2008 Typophile Tee Battle Entries
  by bchrisdesigns

  I just entered two…

  I just entered two designs into the 2008 Typophile Tee Battle . Please let me know what you think: Has anyone else from RB entered? There are so many great entries in the battle! Good luck to everyone! Cheers! ~ b.chris

• Waging an "artful" battle!
  by Thomas Josiah Chappelle

  Wow! who wud’ve ‘thunk’ it?! I definitely had no idea when I went to sign on this afternoon that I would be spending the next hour tex…

  Wow! who wud’ve ‘thunk’ it?! I definitely had no idea when I went to sign on this afternoon that I would be spending the next hour texting messages abou such unproprieateous activities by those who are the very stewards to ensure the most correct and proper introduction of ths site to the market that we so hopefully care to represent with works of talent, tears-perhaps, sweat -some of us work up a good persiration going on anyway – to put something we are desirous to give of our best efforts…then we see “garbage” packed up round our “front door”.... ggggrrrrrr….brings out the “green man” inside/// Guess I find myself working my “appointed office” today, Eh ? Thomas Josiah Chappelle Order of the office of the chaplain of artful and human reliques

• The Symbolism Behind "The Battle Between You and Me"
  by allisonberryart

  The painting “The Battle Between You And Me” refers to the tumultuous time I spent with my ex-husband in a rather difficult marriage. H…

  The painting “The Battle Between You And Me” refers to the tumultuous time I spent with my ex-husband in a rather difficult marriage. He is the creature on the left with the sword and shield looking like a warrior on the offensive. I am the creature on my back in a defenseless and prone position having the “life” sucked out of me by him. This is not a hopeless tale, however, as you can see the crown is still on my head (I am still the hero of my own myth) and also, the giant eye and bolt of lightening that symbolize my awakening into the consciousness of my situation and the realization that I must get out of the relationship and move on with my life. And, finally, in the top right of the painting is the mandala, the symbol of wholeness and the fruit or the flower of what evolves from the creative struggle for autonomy and independence… / / The Battle Between You And Me

• Battling Backpackers (When You're Past it)
  by LeislEgan

  I am currently in NZ, Auckland actually. On a holiday. Good for the rest and all. In a moment of inspiration slash stupidity, I decided t…

  I am currently in NZ, Auckland actually. On a holiday. Good for the rest and all. In a moment of inspiration slash stupidity, I decided to stay at a backpackers. Hmmm. I am not twenty, I am not a size 8, and I don’t wear fake tan. So you’re probably wondering why I’m at a backpackers. So am I. I think I was first clued into the fact that I’m meant for the finer things in life, probably the second I stepped into the place. I crawled into bed after travelling all day at about 2am. About 45 mins later, Andy-the-guy-who-sleeps-across-from-me, came in. He sprayed himself liberally with cheap deoderant and crawled into bed. After a bout of asthma and asphyxiation, I finally started to kip off, when two french guys came in. The spoke to eachother in volumes usually reserved for an elderly relative with a hearing problem. I ignored them until a camera flash went off. I whirled around to find them in their underwear taking pics of eachother. As you do. All I could do was laugh. Then everything settled down. But Andy, who really felt like making an impression, decided to have a nightmare and yell out in a strong Northern English accent. I finally fell asleep about an hour later. Then the next thing you know, four hours whizzed by and it was time to get up. Bright eyed and bushy tailed I went to take a shower which dispenses water in thirty second bursts. Next time-motel. feck the effing expense.

• Mattie's Cancer Battle
  by Samitha Hess

  Last week, Mattie was given the worst news a cancer patient can get. They found many more tumors on her liver which means the chemo was n…

  Last week, Mattie was given the worst news a cancer patient can get. They found many more tumors on her liver which means the chemo was not at all helping. She and I decided to get a second opinion and start her on some holistic remedies. She was doing great, still chasing ducks & playing outside with grandpa. But yesterday she started bleeding from her mouth and had to rush her to the emergency clinic. There was so much blood and by the time we reached the clinic, she couldn’t walk. One or more of the tumors has mastisized and blood began to build up in her abdomen. A horrible vet walked in and unemotionally told me to murder my child because I was cruelly causing her extreme pain, but I just couldn’t. I couldn’t murder my own child. I yelled at her to leave me with my child and give me another vet. My dad took off work and rushed to the clinic to help us, but when he saw her face, her perfect sweet kind face, he couldn’t do it either. She was still lifting her head and barking at the puppies in the other room, and wagging her tail, and man did her ears perk up when her grandpa came in. Her ears perked up and she quickly sat up for grandpa to pet her head. After that, a wonderful vet, Dr, Boon,came in & sat on the floor by Mattie and assured me that the other vet was wrong and would be reported to the owners. She said Mattie was not in any pain, just discomfort and pressure. So, she gave Mattie a pain patch and some meds to help with the bleeding and we took her home. I stayed with her all night. She tried to get up a few times but she just couldn’t go far without toppling over. So I just made a pallet beside her bed and held her hand all night and prayed for God to do whatever it took to make her comfortable and happy again. When we woke up this morning, she wasn’t looking well at all and I could feel it was almost time. I was going to go get some sub-q fluids to help her with dehydration but just after I got off the phone with the vet, she looked up at me, took her last 3 breaths and became still in my arms. It took less than a minute, but I was holding her head and telling her how perfect and brave she is and grandma was on the other telling her that it’s all ok. I held her for a long time in my arms and she looked just as beautiful and perfect as she’s always been. I’m so happy that she’s at peace now but I don’t know how I’m going to be able to live without her. I miss her so much.

• Fantastic Poem!!
  by mcval

  Here is a fantastic Poem by Pablo Neruda… And because Love battles / / And because love battles / not only in its burning agricultu…

  Here is a fantastic Poem by Pablo Neruda… And because Love battles / / And because love battles / not only in its burning agricultures / but also in the mouth of men and women, / I will finish off by taking the path away / to those who between my chest and your fragrance / want to interpose their obscure plant. About me, nothing worse / they will tell you, my love, / than what I told you. I lived in the prairies / before I got to know you / and I did not wait love but I was / laying in wait for and I jumped on the rose. What more can they tell you? / I am neither good nor bad but a man, / and they will then associate the danger / of my life, which you know / and which with your passion you shared. And good, this danger / is danger of love, of complete love / for all life, / for all lives, / and if this love brings us / the death and the prisons, / I am sure that your big eyes, / as when I kiss them, / will then close with pride, / into double pride, love, / with your pride and my pride. But to my ears they will come before / to wear down the tour / of the sweet and hard love which binds us, / and they will say: “The one / you love, / is not a woman for you, / Why do you love her? I think / you could find one more beautiful, / more serious, more deep, / more other, you understand me, look how she’s light, / and what a head she has, / and look at how she dresses, / and etcetera and etcetera”. And I in these lines say: / Like this I want you, love, / love, Like this I love you, / as you dress / and how your hair lifts up / and how your mouth smiles, / light as the water / of the spring upon the pure stones, / Like this I love you, beloved. To bread I do not ask to teach me / but only not to lack during every day of life. / I don’t know anything about light, from where / it comes nor where it goes, / I only want the light to light up, / I do not ask to the night / explanations, / I wait for it and it envelops me, / And so you, bread and light / And shadow are. You came to my life / with what you were bringing, / made / of light and bread and shadow I expected you, / and Like this I need you, / Like this I love you, / and to those who want to hear tomorrow / that which I will not tell them, let them read it here, / and let them back off today because it is early / for these arguments. Tomorrow we will only give them / a leaf of the tree of our love, a leaf / which will fall on the earth / like if it had been made by our lips / like a kiss which falls / from our invincible heights / to show the fire and the tenderness / of a true love.