Go Pink with Pink Panther Checks

By Alan Plastin

Do you look at images of the Pink Panther with nostalgic fondness? Do you find your current bank checks plain and boring? Were you aware that if you buy your bank checks on the internet you can save as much as 50% off of the price that your bank might have charged you? The Pink Panther is a treasured popular icon that is instantaneously familiar to everybody and can definitely make your bank checks more interesting and appealing when his image is used on them.

Initially a character shown during the opening and closings of the 1963 live-action film, the Pink Panther went on to acquire his own animated short films. In total, the Pink Panther starred in 124 shorts, 10 television shows, and 3 television specials. His cartoons can still be seen on air today. Even those viewers that weren't around in the 1960s recognize the Pink Panther and the jazzy music that goes along with his antics.

Originally, the Pink Panther was a silent character that hardly ever spoke in his short films. Over time, however, he got a voice that was fashioned after the voice of actor David Niven who played the jewel thief in the original live-action movie. All of the Pink Panther cartoons contained a jazz-like soundtrack that was composed by Henry Mancini for the original movie.

There wasn't much going on in the form of animation in the 1960's, which is one of the reasons why the Pink Panther's popularity soared. The show's creators developed their own style and look and didn't depend on the Warner Brothers' cartoons or Disney for their stimulus. Peculiar themes and imagery were used and the manner of the cartoon itself took a cue from the silent movies of the past that starred Charlie Chaplin. This helped make the Pink Panther one of 1960's most significant cartoons.

Because the Pink Panther didn't rely as heavily on pop culture references as other cartoons, the stories are timeless and still relevant today. If you are interested in purchasing Pink Panther checks that are retro and timeless, then you are in luck.

The Pink Panther check series comes with four rotating images. Each one shows the Pink Panther in a classic pose-lounging, sneaking around, and off to start a new adventure. If you really want to accessorize your checks, you can also purchase matching address labels, contact card, and a pink leather checkbook cover that features a full facial shot of the Pink Panther.

Today, by ordering your checks from a reputable website, you can save as much as 50% off of what you would have paid at the bank. You just need to have your routing number and checking account number available. You will also have a wider selection of checks to choose from, too, unlike the limited choices that you probably found at your bank. It should only take about 3-5 days for the checks to arrive in the mail to you. - 23812

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America's Five Founding Fathers Where Great Men and Outlaws! Some Things Don't Change!

By L.J. James

What a crazy world we live in today. It's come to a point where you just don't know what to believe any more. The "news" media has gone from investigative reporting to regurgitating Government and Corporate "News Releases" as actual news.

The thing that I don't understand is, some people actually believe everything they see on TV or read in the paper or on the Internet. You can tell people the Sky is falling but if it wasn't reported on CNN, People will just think your some kind of crazy Chicken Little. Chunks of the sky could be hitting them in the head and they still wouldn't believe it. If CNN reports that the Sky is Falling and states the reason as "human over consumption of oxygen", people start trying to figure out how to stop breathing so they can stop the Sky from falling. It doesn't matter if the real reason is some new Military Toxin.

Let's say there is some national disaster and you say something different from the official Government release on why and how it happened. Now you're some kind of crazy Conspiracy Nut. Again It doesn't matter what kind of proof you have, what kind of scientific evidence you try and present, you're just a nut and no one wants to listen to you. Because We all know the United States Government would never lie to us. They'd never conspire against the people of this country. Anyone remember The "Gulf of Tonkin" incident? Iran/Contra? Weapons of Mass Destruction?

We're used to hearing about the Government Controlled Media in places like China and Russia, but what of the "News" media in the United States? Just a few months ago our Government was besieged with letters, email, and phone calls by people who were vehemently against the so-called Wall Street Bail-Out. At first the measure failed. CNN broadcast a week of programming designed to "educate" us stupid Americans on the reasons why we needed to pay for this bail-out. The next week it passed.

This is not the "Free Press" our founding fathers envisioned. Our founding fathers envisioned a "Free Press" that would help to keep our Politicians and our Government honest, as a way to speak out against injustices, not an "education" tool.

What has happen to the Spirit of the American people? When did we stop demanding to know the truth about what is going on? When did the Truth get too hard for us to handle? Is it fear? It seems every time someone uses the phrase "National Security", that somehow, we understand that's all we need to know. Is it apathy? What happened to the days of protest, the intolerance of greed and corruption? Throughout History there are examples of great Societies that have fallen, not from outside forces, but from corruption within.

We live in a world of the Future where things that seemed impossible yesterday are common place by tomorrow. For some of us, we're too busy trying to make it to tomorrow to worry about what is happening politically in the World. We're too busy working and taking care of our families to seek the truth or get involved with some kind of cause. Many still believe that eventually the Government will take care of us, that despite the loss of our industry, the loss of our jobs, the loss of our freedoms, and the lowering of our standard of living, the Governments still have our best interests at heart.

When we see Governments around the World curtailing our right of assembly, our freedom of speech, do we stand up or do we accept it? Lately, it seems that these political entities have been giving those of us in Motorcycle Clubs a little extra attention. Why is that? Most Motorcycle Clubs are made up of principled, patriotic men who value family, brotherhood and their communities above all else. Many are Veterans of Wars past and present. Why are we viewed as Radicals & Extremists? The Governments of the world have begun pushing hard to break us up, shut us down. As a Biker and a Member of a Motorcycle Club I see many injustices taking place all over the world.

I have seen Motorcycle Clubs names and logos seized in dirty under handed methods. Large Clubs charged with Crimes and their members locked away. Government Agents inserted into clubs for years so that they can introduce drugs and violence into the clubs in an effort to bring them down. Ex Members and "friends" of Motorcycle Clubs offered Millions of Dollars if they can come up with charges against these Motorcycle Clubs!

Just as in any culture or society, there are going to be a few bad apples. The problem is, the Government and the Media have conspired to paint everyone in the Biker World with the same brush. I'll bet it takes you 5 seconds to think of a News Story, Movie, or Documentary that you've seen portraying Bikers negatively, but I bet you can't think of one that shows us feeding the poor, protecting the children, or raising money for every disease known to man.

Watching Motorcycle Clubs slowly being taken down in such blatantly unjust ways is scaring the hell out of me. What makes me sad is at the same time these wolves are getting through the gate and destroying the MC world, Many Motorcycle Clubs continue to fight against each other! These fights are embellished and sensationalized on TV and in the press. They are then used by the Governments of the world as the fuel they need to continue to shut down all Motorcycle Club's.

Motorcycle Clubs, much like the United States of America, were started with incredible Ideals. Both set down on paper what they were about and what they stood for. It is time for both Motorcycle Clubs and Americans to get back to their core beliefs. I believe with all my Heart that true Members of Motorcycle Clubs hold the ideals of Freedom and Brotherhood higher than any other group anywhere.

As I have said many times before I am no Hippie and I do not preach peace or love, I am a true Biker! It is just that I have realized "Rome is burning" and only by working together can we hope to be able to stop the fire! Motorcycle Clubs are like people and not everyone will always get along, We are always going to have our differences.

What needs to happen now is for members of every Motorcycle Club in the World to look deep inside and ask themselves, "What is the most important thing to me?" If you truly believe in Motorcycle Club Brotherhood, and you have felt true Motorcycle Club Brotherhood, the answer will be simple. We as members of Motorcycle Clubs, need to set aside our differences and unite as one so that we may work together to save the Motorcycle Club world! We must fight against those who would take away everything we are and have us live as slaves.

Next time you hear that a Government or one of its agents has brought down another Brother or a Motorcycle Club you didn't like, don't celebrate, because the next time it will be you and your club. They won't stop until we are all gone.

I am Your Bro, LJ James AmericanBikerX.com - 23812

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LJ James does a Online Motorcycle Show every Week LJ James likes to help show the truth about the Biker life and programs like Sons of Anarchy

Are Loud Motorcycle Pipes Really That Big Of A Problem In The World?

By L.J. James

I have been reading and hearing allot lately about people who are saying that loud Motorcycle Pipes are a major problem in the world. These groups are trying to get those in Government to pass all sorts of new inspection laws for Motorcycle Pipes.

Seeing as Motorcycles make up such a small percentage of the Traffic on the road I would say this problem is very minimal at best. ( I wonder how many cars with bad mufflers are heard that many think are Motorcycles)

These people complain saying Motorcycle Riders like loud pipes because they are juvenile and want to show off and say Hey look at me and draw attention to themselves.

The reason many Bikers like loud pipes is not to say look at me, its to say look out for Me! Many Car drivers these days are talking on the phone, texting , putting on make up , eating , playing loud music , watching DVDs and just not paying attention to the road in front of them. If your in a car an you get hit ,You may get a dent in your car, We could Die! (Nothing enjoyable in life is completely safe)

These groups against loud pipes know gathering citizens together to complain is very easy , if they ask people while they are sitting around all summer long bored "Have you ever heard a Loud Motorcycle Go By?" they are going to say yes they Have!" These groups are then going to talk about how annoying these Motorcycles are and convince these bored people how much better their lives would be if these Motorcycles where gone! These bored people are going to jump right on board!

But now ask these same people when was the last time you heard a loud Motorcycle go by? They will probably hard pressed to find an answer! Was it Weeks ago? Months ago? was it Two years ago?

There are already laws on the books in every state that say a Motorcycles pipes can only be so loud! We do not need new laws on the books that most officers will do nothing about while others will abuse !

This Country spends too much time whining about things! Lets stop and think about Motorcycles. Motorcycles prevent traffic, They prevent wear and tear on the roads, They are great for saving Fuel. They are also a great relaxer, Those who Ride Motorcycles are a lot less stressed!

If people stopped complaining about Motorcycles and went and rode a Motorcycle they might not be so bored with their lives and they would have something better to do with their time!!!

Those who Ride enjoy Life a lot More, This is like therapy and religion all rolled up into one for us! Please do not bring the stress and problems of your dull boring lives into our world !

If you are that board and are looking for something to do with your life email me and I will help you find something better to do with your time. Maybe we can find something you can do that could actually help make the world a better place!!!

I am Your Bro LJ James AmericanBikerX.com - 23812

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LJ does a Biker Radio Series that helps those who do not know about the real Motorcycle world instead of action drama like Sons of Anarchy

Brief History - Green Screen Hollywood

By Phillip Guye

Green screen Hollywood technology, also known as chroma key is a system employed by filmmakers to mix 2 separate pictures together. This works by making the background ( a solid color which is mostly green or blue ) transparent to reveal another image which is the actual background that will be shown on film. This strategy of filming is also known as color keying, blue screen, and color separation overlay ( CSO ). It was basically used for weather reports. Forecasters were shot in front of chroma key screens and the background got replaced by actual maps that indicate weather estimates. The chroma key system is also used by filmmakers and photographers alike.

The green screen first made its appearance in the 1930's at RKO Radio Pictures. The background used back then was blue. This technique of film making was developed in order to create special effects for the film "The thief of Bagdad." aside from the chroma key strategy, filmmakers trusted a really tedious and laborious process called "travelling matte." This made transition such as "wipes" possible.

Larry butler is understood to be responsible for pioneering the blue screen method. In reality, he even took home an Academy Award for visual effects for his work in "The thief of Bagdad." After his pre-eminence in the 30's, servant was the first person to use chroma key technology in Technicolor, clearing the path for modern green screen Hollywood technology.

The first films to take advantage of Chroma Key technology was the flick adaptation of Ernest Hemingway famous short story, "The Old Man and the Sea," starring Spencer Tracy. After the "Old Man and the Sea," more films used the chroma key methodology. Some famous film that employ chroma key technology are The Empire Strikes Back, Lord of the Rings, Titanic, Star Trek, and even three hundred. Films that make use of CGI or computer generated pictures are also made with aid from green screen technology. This is how having out of this world settings and amazing creatures are able to be shown on film.

Today, green screen Hollywood technology isn't just restricted to big budget flats. It's also utilized in photography. From the initial blue screen, green was used later on because filmmakers discovered that a green background doesn't need boring lighting. Cameras are most delicate to this color, so the result of films shot on green screens are easier to work with and manipulate. With that said, chroma key technology is now known to photographers and filmmakers' best friend. - 23812

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There are a lot of other sites giving various forms of advice on how to use green screen but a lot of them are not very detailed or precise. Before following these, make sure to check my own articles and reviews on Green Screen Studio and Green Screen Hollywood, You can also reach me at 1-323-851-3825 or phillipguy@hotmail.com

Let Wonder Woman and a Hint of Nostalgia Liven Up Your Checks

By Alan Plastin

Many little girls wanted to be Wonder Woman when they were growing up. These days, she is still a force to be reckoned with in the superhero realm, charming both men and women. If you are searching for a way to liven up your personal bank checks, and you're a fan of this lovely lady, then you might want to think about getting Wonder Woman checks. It's not as difficult as you might think, and the checks might even be cheaper than the plain ones that you already carry.

Wonder Woman first emerged in December, 1941 and has been published continuously since 1944, albeit for a small pause in 1986. She is one of only 3 DC Comics superheroes that has done this. A member of the all-female tribe, the Amazons, she was meant to be a feminine role model that brought the world peace, love, and sexual equality.

Some of the strengths that Wonder Woman possesses include stamina, fighting powers, and super strength. She is also very good at hand to hand combat fighting and is able to converse with the animal world. Besides these abilities, she can also fly and uses her Lasso of Truth to force people to be truthful.

Wonder Woman has figured in her own television series, cartoons, and comic strips. You can also find her image of a multitude of items like lunch boxes, under garments, and children's toys. Now, you can purchase personal checks with her image as well.

Not only did Wonder Woman spread the message of love, but she was also a very enlightened woman and a feminist of her time. Indeed, Gloria Steinem even put her image on the first individual copy of Ms. Magazine. Wonder Woman was athletic, tall, and intellectual and symbolized those women that had exceptional thoughts during the time period in which she appeared. Because of this, she was more than just a character in a comic strip.

In the brilliant and animated Wonder Woman personal bank checks, you can practically feel her flying through the air. The checks come in 4 rotating images which means that each check will be different from the one before it. You can also find a matching checkbook cover and coordinating address labels to go with your Wonder Woman checks, too.

It could be expensive and time-consuming to go to your bank and obtain personal checks in the past. Banks also generally had limited selections as well. Today, though, you can get your bank checks online at reputable websites and save as much as 50% off of the cost. You no longer have to settle for anything that you don't want, either, because they offer a wide selection. Keep your routing number and checking account number available when you order your Wonder Woman checks and they should arrive in the mail in about 5 days. - 23812

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