![]() ![]() The zygapophyses of the caudals are short, unlike the longer joints of herrerasaurids and neotheropods. This characteristic is seemingly unique to Nhandumirim, as the only other dinosauromorphs with ventral keels in proximal caudals are Dracoraptor (which had paired, not midline, keels) and Efraasia (in which they were restricted to the front third of the centrum). Caudals at the base of the tail have pronounced midline keels along their entire lower edge. The caudal vertebrae increase in length and gradually reduce the size of their transverse processes from the base of the tail to the tip. The most complete sacral rib was fan shaped when seen from above and has a cross section which gradually curves upwards towards the front, also unlike Saturnalia which has a more L-shaped cross section. The sacral vertebrae were thick and wide, but not fused to each other or their respective sacral ribs. This contrasts with Saturnalia in which the first sacral vertebra is an incorporated dorsal vertebra without the hallmarks of a primordial sacral. There were likely three sacral vertebrae, with at least the first one articulating with the hip akin to the "primordial" first sacral of other reptiles. Several areas on the dorsals are incised, such as the sides of the centrum (which each have a shallow depression) and the rear of the neural arch (which has postzygapophyseal centrodiapophyseal and centrodiapophyseal fossae). The dorsal vertebrae have spool-shaped centra which are about 1.4 times longer than high, making them more elongated than those of herrerasaurids. The generic name Nhandumirim roughly translates to "small rhea" in the Tupi-Guarani language. ![]() The site preserves Carnian-age sediments of the Santa Maria Formation, and LPRP/USP 0651 specifically comes from the top of the Alemoa member on that site. ![]() Waldsanga is a historically important Triassic site which also preserved the type specimens of Saturnalia, Rauisuchus, Gomphodontosuchus, and Alemoatherium. ![]() This skeleton was found at the site of Cerro da Alemoa (also known as Waldsanga or Sanga do Mato) in Santa Maria, Rio Grande do Sul. Nhandumirim is known from a single partial skeleton, LPRP/ USP 0651, which includes several vertebrae, a right ilium, and most of a right hindlimb. All subsequent studies considered Nhandumirim an early sauropodomorph, closely-associated with Saturnalia and Chromogisaurus. Several features of the tibia led the describers of the genus and species to consider Nhandumirim waldsangae possibly the earliest theropod, but some analyses in their study offer alternative positions within Saurischia. However, it is noteworthy that the holotype of Nhandumirim is an immature individual. Nhandumirim is differentiated from other Santa Maria dinosaurs such as Staurikosaurus and Saturnalia on the basis of its more gracile, long-legged proportions and several more specific skeletal features. The type and only species, Nhandumirim waldsangae, is known from a single immature specimen including vertebrae, a chevron, pelvic material, and a hindlimb found in the Santa Maria Formation in Rio Grande do Sul. It is currently considered a saturnaliid sauropodomorph. Nhandumirim (meaning "small rhea" in the Tupi language) is a genus of basal sauropodomorph dinosaur from the Carnian age of Late Triassic Brazil. ![]()
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![]() ![]() The full spectrum of echinacea's chemical components responsible for its health effects are not well understood. In the 1930s "Echinacea" became popular in both Europe and America as a herbal medicine. Echinacea was one of the basic antimicrobial herbs of Eclectic medicine in the mid 1800s through the early 1900s and its use was documented for snakebite and anthrax. HistoryĮchinacea angustifolia rhizome was used by North American Plains Indians, perhaps more than most other plants, for various herbal remedies. ![]() However, its clinical efficacy has not been established.
![]() ![]() “Comfort Chain” is by far my favorite song to listen to no matter what I’m doing. Its relaxing tune makes it easy for one to get lost in whatever they’re doing, which is great if you have any trouble focusing on school related tasks. “Your Evening Porch” is a song that I have been listening to for a long time, especially when I’m studying or doing homework. This song is perfect for when you’re getting ready in the morning, or even during a quick study break. I like to listen to this song when I’m feeling down because it’s wonderful beats and lyrics never fail to put me in a good mood. “Space Girl” is a great song to jam out to, and it’s a good way to lift your mood. One ironic lyric is, “ Work sucks, I know,” very suitable for the last six weeks, so if you are feeling like school work sucks, put some headphones in and try listening to “All The Small Things.” This song makes me think about just walking out of school on the last day! Before you know it you will be humming along. “All The Small Things” is a great upbeat song that just gets stuck in your head. This song can be helpful to listen to while studying, cramming for AP tests and finals, procrastinating, and when you just want to be in a good mood. I enjoy listening to this song when I feel unmotivated because I automatically just feel happier. ![]() “Walkin’ On The Sun” just puts you in a positive mood. You should definitely listen to this song with the windows down just to remind yourself summer is right around the corner. ![]() I like listening to this song because it makes me feel less stressed and look forward to the fun and relaxing times of summer. “Feel Good Inc.” is a fun song that just gives you a burst of energy. ![]() ![]() ![]() His parents believed that Paris was the greatest place for their son’s potential to blossom. 1880, Paris Paul Marcellin Berthier, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Portrait of British painter John Singer Sargent, c. “If we just arrange to give him extremely good instruction,” she allegedly stated, “he’d certainly be a really wonderful artist.” His parents organized watercolor instruction with Carl Welsch, a German landscape artist residing in Florence. Meanwhile, Sargent’s mother, an enthusiastic painter herself, fostered his early passion for painting and sketching. Fitzwilliam hoped his child would enter the American Navy one day. He learned to speak German, Italian, and French. ![]() He did not come back to his birthplace until he was 20 years old, although had become an American.īecause of his family’s itinerant lifestyle, he had minimal official schooling and was instructed in linguistics, history, mathematics, and music by his father. From their base in Paris, they traveled across Western Europe, including Germany, Italy, and Switzerland. The couple departed the United States for a lengthy stretch of time, heartbroken. The next year, their first child was born and died in the same year. Their first baby was born in 1851 and died the same year. In 1850, he wedded the daughter of a famous Philadelphian merchant, Newbold singer. Sargent’s father quit the family shipping firm to become an optometrist in Philadelphia. John Singer Sargent’s relatives were one of the earliest colonial immigrants to Massachusetts. Purdy, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons At the beginning of the century, John Singer Sargent was among the most sought-after artists. John Singer Sargent’s portraits were highly sought after, but he did n really enjoy creating them – especially for the upper-class elites. Naturalism, vibrant mark-making, and a feeling of spontaneity define John Singer Sargent’s drawings and paintings. The Biography of John Singer Sargent Nationality 4.2 What Was John Singer Sargent’s Art Style?.3.1 Strapless: John Singer Sargent and the Fall of Madame X (2004) by Deborah Davis.2.3 Claude Monet Painting by the Edge of a Wood (1885).2.1 The Daughters of Edward Darley Boit (1882). ![]() ![]() ![]() We thought this feature would be particularly useful for winter evenings when the sun set so much earlier, yet we always seemed to still have frequent visitors. What’s a video doorbell without night vision? The Arlo Video Doorbell came equipped with infrared LED sensors that allowed us to see clearly at night. Night Vision Arlo Video Doorbell Night Vision Our guests also got a kick out of our pre-recorded message welcoming them to our home. When we tried it out, both our day and night videos were recorded clearly, and we never had trouble understanding or hearing visitor audio. This feature was not included in most video doorbells we reviewed, so we were pumped to play with it a bit. It was much like an answering machine for our front door. It allowed us to leave pre-recorded messages for guests and vice versa. Two-way audio made it so we easily answered our door regardless of where we were, but the Arlo Video Doorbell’s features didn’t stop there. These tools allowed us to speak to whoever was in front of our doorbell camera, be it kids coming home from school, the Amazon delivery worker, or a Girl Scout selling Thin Mints. Audio Pre-Recorded Clips on Arlo Video DoorbellĪnother capability we agreed was an essential feature of any video doorbell was two-way audio, which required our device to have a speaker and microphone. Also equipped with the widest possible field of view, 180 degrees, and the ability to zoom in digitally 12 times, the Arlo Video Doorbell’s video quality left us more than impressed. This made it so we could see a large vertical area, from our guest’s face to any packages at their feet, clearly and without any extra effort. While most video doorbells had a 16:9 aspect ratio, Arlo’s offered a 1:1 aspect ratio. Plus, the camera had HDR, which helped with outdoor lighting that might have otherwise caused discoloration. It actually shot in a maximum of 1536 by 1536 pixels, which made for a very clear image. Satisfied that we’d learned everything we could about the Arlo Video Doorbell’s design, we jumped into our next section - assessing its features.Īrlo Video Doorbell Features Arlo Video Doorbell Button Video Arlo Video Doorbell Video Displayĭuring our video evaluation, we found that the Arlo Video Doorbell fared better than the industry standard of 1080p HD. The Arlo Video Doorbell connected to the Arlo app over Wi-Fi, allowing us to control and monitor it from our mobile devices. ![]() It did well for us during rain, but although it appeared durable, we wondered how it would hold up during a harsher winter. ![]() Protected against temperatures ranging from negative four to 113 degrees Fahrenheit, Arlo tauts their video doorbell as a “weather resistant security” that’s built to withstand heat, cold, wind, or sun. Since this was a lot of notifications, we used the activity zones feature on the mobile app to narrow our doorbell’s focus area to our porch, where we usually only saw people and packages. Following our installation, we were alerted via our Arlo Smart every time our doorbell detected a person, pet or package. It also featured tamper detection, so the alarm went off if anyone tried to move it. The Arlo Video Doorbell included a built-in siren, which was both convenient and useful for our home’s security. It still maintained the sleek look we thought it was going for, but it was borderline bulky, as well. At five inches tall, 1.7 inches wide, and one inch deep, it was taller than most other video doorbells we’ve seen. Arlo Video Doorbell Lens CloseupĪlthough we liked the overall look of the Arlo Video Doorbell, we weren’t thrilled about its size. Of course, the wiring made installation a bit more difficult, but that was a concession we were willing to make. We were excited that we’d never have to worry about the battery running out. Once we purchased our Arlo Video Doorbell, we hardwired it into our home. We were glad to discover that the Arlo Video Doorbell required an existing wired doorbell and chime setup with electrical wiring before we got ready to install our device. Before we made any purchases, we did our research. It was pill-shaped with a shiny black face and a white rim. When it came to aesthetics, we appreciated the Arlo Video Doorbell’s sleek style. Arlo Video Doorbell Design Arlo Video Doorbell Mounted Outside ![]() ![]() ![]() “You’re up high - at 8,000 to 13,000 feet elevation - and it’s slippery and icy, it’s hard to maintain your balance, hard to maintain cognitive function because of the altitude. Some hikers bring crampons, ice axes or microspikes and undergo training on how to use them. Hikers may also encounter icy passes as the snow melts and refreezes, Cox said, and should be prepared with the appropriate equipment. “‘If you’re a backpacker or hiker and you look at a body of water and it gives you a sick feeling in the pit of your stomach, don’t do it,” she said. Lisa Cox, a spokesperson for the Inyo National Forest, said hikers should approach stream and river crossings with caution and pay attention to their instincts. Hikers have been swept downstream to their deaths in past high-water years, veteran hikers say, and they worry that more could become victims this year, particularly inexperienced hikers. Even where bridges cross the water, they may be overwhelmed or even washed out. ![]() Michael Macor/Special to The Chronicle 2018Īs the snowpack melts, it will turn rivers and even smaller creeks into raging torrents, making for wet crossings where hikers have to ford streams more dangerous than usual. This year, some of the High Sierra passes may not be clear until late summer. Mike and Patty Dewey of Reno enjoy a hike along the Tahoe-Pyramid Bikeway in 2018. In a high (snowfall) year like this, they are treacherous.” “But it’s about dangerous stream and river crossings. Hiking in the snow is difficult,” said Peter Hirst, a longtime hiker who leads trips for the Sierra Club and REI. The snow isn’t expected to be the biggest problem, according to Tanner, veteran hikers and wildland officials - it’s the water. “There are those who say they have their permit, they’re gonna go, they can walk on snow,” he said. It will cover trails, creeks and much of the landscape for months to come, delaying the usual start of the hiking season and making it difficult and unpleasant for those reluctant to give up early reserved permits on the popular John Muir Trail.īobby Tanner, owner and operator of Red’s Meadow Resort and Pack Station, a popular restocking spot and respite on the John Muir Trail near Mammoth Lakes, said interest in hiking the trail is as high as ever and that many callers with plans for June don’t seem dissuaded by the snow. The deep Sierra snowpack won’t cap just the tallest peaks as it usually does in the summer. ![]() |