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Snow White-Inspired ‘Heart Box’ Is First in Collection to Be Previewed at Comic-Con and D23 Expo
(June 9, 2009) Bringing together the masterful storytelling of Disney with the renowned artistry of eFX Inc., an all-new line of limited-edition collectibles will be unveiled this September, inspired by some of Disney’s classic films and the comic antics of the Muppets.
These new collectibles extend the magic of Disney into pieces that recall the beauty and spectacle that is unique to Disney, beginning with a tribute to the “fairest of them all,” Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
eFX plans to preview several pieces from its new Disney collection during San Diego Comic-Con in July, and at Disney’s first-ever D23 Expo, Sept. 10 to Sept. 13 at the Anaheim Convention Center.
The premiere release in eFX’s new Disney line is the exquisitely designed “Heart Box,” inspired by the designs of the wicked Queen in Disney’s first full-length animated feature. Presented to the Huntsman, the Heart Box was intended to be used as proof of Snow White’s demise. As befits the coolly glamorous wicked Queen, eFX’s Heart Box is intricately constructed from solid hardwood and its opening features an imaginative 24-karat gold-plated heart that locks with a dagger.
The Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Heart Box meticulously recreates the design of the film’s original animation, with rich, vivid colors and the attention to detail and craftsmanship that is the hallmark of eFX.
The Heart Box sits on an ornate, museum-quality display base that features a sculpture of the wicked Queen by renowned artist David Kracov, with whom eFX has developed a successful, ongoing collaborative relationship. Pre-orders for the Heart Box will begin shortly after Comic-Con, at http://www.efxcollectibles.com/. Each “Heart Box” will include an individually numbered plaque and will not exceed 500 pieces worldwide.
“We have long been Disney fans ourselves, so developing authentic, detailed collectibles is tremendously exciting for us,” said Bryan Ono, president of eFX Inc. “With inspiration from Disney films and characters, we look forward to extending the magic of Disney even further into the lives of collectors.”
Upcoming pieces in development by eFX include:
Full-size, highly detailed “Photo Puppets” of favorite Muppet characters, including Rizzo the Rat, Miss Piggy, and Pépe the King Prawn;
An incredibly accurate, four-foot replica of Capt. Nemo’s Nautilus from 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, which will offer features not incorporated in any previous model of this iconic submarine;
Replicas and collectibles based on such classic Disney entertainment as Mary Poppins, Peter Pan and Pinocchio.
More details about eFX’s current and upcoming collectible pieces can be found at the eFX Inc. website, http://www.efxcollectibles.com/.

I found this on A Law Enforcement Officer's web site http://bitchesinblue.blogspot.com
My Dad was a Policeman, for almost 30 years, in Compton, California.
It was, and still is, a tuff job. Police have one of the only jobs I know of where , even if you do your job correctly, someone is going to be angry at you.

God Bless and keep all of them safe.


"The Final Inspection"

The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?
"The policeman squared his shoulders and said,"No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges
can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.
But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here,Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't.....I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell.

"Author Unknown "

Thank you Ladies, for this and all you do to help.
Posted by Bitches In Blue at 10:50 AM 4 comments

The Party's Over

Today, I have committed to myself and family that I will give up drinking Coke. As I am writing this, I am sipping my last one. I know it won't be easy. Coke has been a big part of my life. Look back at any old photo from my Dad's side and there will be a Coke somewhere in that shot. You can follow the evolution of the Coke bottle and can by looking through those photos. Coke was every where. After my father died I started drinking more & collecting Coke memorabilia. Coke was a way of being closer to him.

I am not an over eater. I eat well but I am over weight due to an illness and medication. I also must admit that the Cokes have added to my weight gain. I have come to realize that the Cokes have taken a bigger place in my life than just a drink. I drank when in pain, lonely, and bored. I am making some major changes in my life. I am getting healthier, the pain is getting under control. It is time to let the Cokes go. I do not need them anymore, I don't want them anymore. I am committed to letting them go. Wish me luck.

I did it.

Ok, I did it.
I signed up for a sitemeter. I will now be informed as to how many people do not visit my blog.