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2013 VW Jetta Hybrid: New Car Review
Pros: Exceptional fuel economy; sprightly acceleration; "normal car" character; roomy backseat; attractive price
Cons: Touchy brakes; low-speed quirks from the DSG transmission
What's New: The Jetta Hybrid makes its debut for 2013.
If you're skeptical about the value of hybrid vehicles, or if you simply haven't been a fan of hybrids so far, the all-new 2013 VW Jetta Hybrid just might change your mind. This unassuming sedan targets two negative stereotypes about hybrids and bids them a decisive auf Wiedersehen.
The first stereotype is that driving a hybrid is a strange experience. We've certainly tested our share of hybrids that drive like transportation pods and look like spaceships, but the Jetta Hybrid is notable for how downright normal it is. Aside from having two different motors -- gasoline and electric -- that work together to maximize fuel economy, the Jetta Hybrid basically drives like any other Jetta. And it looks like a Jetta too, from its sensible sedan exterior to its simple, cleanly styled interior.
The second stereotype is that hybrids are slow. That's true of the Honda Civic Hybrid, no doubt, and of the Toyota Prius as well. But you'll realize the Jetta Hybrid is a different beast as soon as you hit the accelerator. The electric motor provides immediate punch off the line, and then the turbocharged 1.4-liter gas motor kicks in seamlessly, teaming up with the quick-shifting DSG automanual transmission to pull you forward with real urgency. In fact, the Jetta Hybrid feels similar to the fastest Jetta on the market, the turbocharged non-hybrid VW GLI -- except it gets an incredible 45 miles per gallon in mixed driving, which is 17 mpg better than the GLI, and even 1 mpg better than the aforementioned Honda.
Throw in a reasonable base price of around $25,000 and it's clear why Volkswagen thinks its new hybrid is such a big deal. We'd tell anyone shopping for a fun, affordable, fuel-efficient car to put stereotypes aside and give the 2013 VW Jetta Hybrid a chance.
Comfort & Utility
The 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid sedan is offered in base, SE, SEL and SEL Premium trim levels.
The base model features a fully independent suspension (the regular Jetta has a less-sophisticated "torsion-beam" rear suspension), 15-inch alloy wheels, Bluetooth, automatic climate control, a 6-speaker sound system, a leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel and a Hybrid-exclusive power gauge that replaces the tachometer and shows how efficiently you're driving.
The SE adds LED taillights, keyless entry with push-button start, iPod connectivity and a central touchscreen interface with a graphical Hybrid status display and an SD-card reader.
The SEL tacks on 16-in alloy wheels, a sunroof, a navigation system and heated front seats with 6-way power adjustments for the driver.
The SEL Premium, which starts at a bit more than $31,000, boasts 17-in alloy wheels, adaptive bi-xenon headlights with LED accents, fog lights, a premium Fender audio system and a rearview camera.
In our interior evaluation, we noted that the standard tilt-telescopic steering wheel and height-adjustable driver's seat help drivers of all measurements find a comfort zone at the Jetta's helm. One pleasant surprise is that even the base Jetta Hybrid's front seats come with adjustable lumbar support for both passengers -- a rare treat at this price. Lateral support is lacking, but that's not a big deal; the Jetta Hybrid is more about quick turbo-electric bursts than enthusiastic cornering.
Surveying the scene from behind the wheel, we were struck by how ordinary the dashboard layout seemed, and that's a compliment. A lot of hybrids seem desperate to impress you with gadgets and high-resolution readouts, but the Jetta Hybrid mostly does a bang-on impression of a regular car. Models with the touchscreen interface do offer an informative Hybrid status readout, but you can hide it if you want. The touchscreen itself is the same one that many other Volkswagen models employ. The only obvious sign you're driving something different is that an analog hybrid power gauge has taken the place of the tachometer.
On the build-quality front, the Jetta Hybrid's cabin is distinguished by its soft-touch dashboard, an improvement over the hollow-sounding hard plastic in lesser Jettas. However, the door panels continue to be hard and cheap-feeling, so there's a bit of a mismatch here. If you want a full soft-touch interior like in Jettas of old, the Hybrid can't help you. Only the Jetta SportWagen delivers, and it's not offered in Hybrid form. But to be fair, the Jetta Hybrid's switchgear has an upscale character, and there's a general Euro-premium vibe inside that makes the tacky elements more tolerable.
Turning to the backseat, even 6-foot passengers will be content in the outboard positions, so we see the Jetta Hybrid as a true rival to the technically larger Ford Fusion Hybrid and Toyota Camry Hybrid. But when you're at the dealership, make sure the trunk is to your liking. Although the regular Jetta has an impressive 15-plus cu ft of trunk space, the Jetta Hybrid's got a battery pack back there, so it can only manage 11.3 cu ft. (That battery pack creates an awkward hump in the cargo floor.) There's still more than enough room for groceries and such, but golfers will find scant room for their bags, and larger suitcases can be a tight squeeze.
Although we like that the Jetta Hybrid's technology doesn't dominate the driving experience, we're disappointed that iPod integration isn't standard on the base model. Some might be miffed that the touchscreen isn't standard either, requiring you to step up to the SE if you want more hybrid-related information than the analog power gauge provides.
But if that's what keeps the starting price down around $25,000, we're willing to forgive it. Although other hybrids might give you more gadgets, the Jetta Hybrid gives you a genuinely fun-to-drive experience, and that's a tradeoff we'll take every day of the week.
Of course, if you're willing to ante up, there's plenty of available technology on tap, including navigation and the desirable Fender audio system. And, in truth, even the top-shelf SEL Premium isn't outlandishly priced for what you get.
Performance & Fuel Economy
The Jetta Hybrid is powered by both a 1.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder gasoline motor and an electric motor that gets its energy from a rear-mounted battery pack. Being a dual-mode hybrid, the Jetta Hybrid is capable of shutting the gas motor off when it's not needed.
When you step on it, both motors work in tandem to produce 170 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. An unusual touch is the 7-speed DSG dual-clutch automanual transmission, which the Hybrid shares with sporty models such as the GTI hatchback.
In practice, the Jetta Hybrid is a revelation, powering confidently away from stoplights and zipping around slow-moving traffic with ease. The gas motor is refined and responsive, while the electric motor adds a big dollop of torque that shoves you back in your seat. The DSG transmission can be finicky when you're parking -- you can feel it feathering the clutch like a teenager learning to drive, with less-than-precise results -- but it delivers amazingly quick shifts at speed.
Given all that, the fuel economy numbers are simply astounding: 42 mpg city/48 mpg highway, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
The 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid comes with standard stability control and six airbags (front, front side and full-length side-curtain). Four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes are also standard.
In government crash testing, the Jetta sedan received four stars out five overall, including four starts for frontal impacts and five stars for side impacts. The independent Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) gave the Jetta sedan its highest rating of "Good" in every crash-test category.
Driving Impressions
The Jetta Hybrid driving experience is dominated by its energetic powerplant, but there's a lot to be said for its dynamics, too. Blessed with largely the same upgraded suspension components as the GLI performance sedan, the Jetta Hybrid holds its own in corners, limited more by its mpg-minded tires than anything else. As for the ride, it's great, striking a subtle balance between control and comfort -- and generally keeping road and wind noise at bay.
Our only real criticism here regards the brakes, which use regenerative technology to recharge the battery pack via energy from the wheels. All hybrids employ some version of this technology, and most have odd-feeling brakes as a result. Alas, the Jetta Hybrid is no exception: The pedal feel is inconsistent, and the act of braking generally requires more thought than you're probably used to. It's not a huge deal, but keep it in mind on your test drive.
Other Cars to Consider
Ford Fusion Hybrid: The sleek Fusion Hybrid gets slightly better EPA-rated fuel economy. Like the VW, it's got a surprisingly playful character. We prefer the Jetta's power delivery, though.
Honda CR-Z: The CR-Z has that spaceship vibe we talked about, for better or worse, but it's an intimate 2-seat coupe that's fun to drive, so we recommend giving it a look if you don't need a backseat.
Toyota Camry Hybrid: The Camry Hybrid's fuel economy, while still mighty impressive, is no longer class-leading. However, Toyota's fuel-sipping family sedan does provide surprisingly robust power, albeit with less refinement than the Volkswagen.
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Given the reasonable pricing, there's not a bad Jetta Hybrid in the bunch. We'd steer you toward the base model just because it's a lot of car for $25,000, but higher trim levels fortunately won't break the bank.


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CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – The New England Women's Volleyball Association (NEWVA) tabbed senior Katie Spielbauer (Lakeview, Mich.) and freshman Ada Taylor (Durham, N.C.) for its end of the season All-New England Awards as announced by the organization on Thursday. Spielbauer earned a spot on the first team while Taylor collected Rookie of the Year and All-Rookie Team accolades.
Spielbauer's honor comes after receiving AVCA New England Region Team, NEWMAC Athlete of the Year, NEWMAC first team all-conference, NEWMAC academic all-conference, and CoSIDA academic all-district accolades. She closed her career ranking second in digs (1,984), tied for second digs per set (4.03), and seventh in aces (186). This season, Spielbauer's average of 5.24 digs per set is second on MIT's top 10 list while her tally of 665 digs is the third-best all-time..
Taylor became the fourth player in program history to earn NEWVA Rookie of the Year plaudits, joining Kamilah Alexander '96, Austin Zimmerman '06, and Alex May '10 on the list of previous recipients. During the past 10 days, she was named to the AVCA All-America third team, was the AVCA New England Region Freshman of the Year, picked up NEWMAC second team all-conference plaudits, and was voted to the NCAA New England Regional All-Tournament Team. Taylor finished the season ranked second in the country in hitting percentage (.428), which was the second-best performance in Institute history. In addition, she was third in the NEWMAC in blocks with a tally of 92.


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The Youngstown Free Library announces the following programs and activities taking place in December.
•On Saturday, Dec. 8, the library will participate in "Christmas in the Village" with a make and take craft time from 1 to 3 p.m. The library will remain open an extra hour.
•The library is hosting three "BTOP Express" classes on Thursdays, Dec 13 and 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the second floor library meeting room. Classes include:
-Mail Merge on Dec. 13, with instruction in Excel to create a database of names and addresses.
-Introduction to Twitter on Dec. 20. This class will introduce students to, and develop an understanding of, Twitter, and how it falls within the framework of Web 2.0 and social networking. In addition, participants will go through the steps to create their own Twitter account (if they choose to do so).
Registration is requested for both classes. Call 745-3555 or stop by the library to register.
•The Town of Porter Story Hour will be on Tuesday, Dec. 11, with sessions at 9:30 and 11 a.m. On Tuesday, Dec. 18, the two groups will combine for one holiday party at 10 a.m. The Porter Story Hour program will resume on Jan. 8, 2013.
•The Lewiston Porter Builders Club will present its December story hour on Saturday, Dec. 15, at 11 a.m. Builders Club students, under the direction of teacher Tina Oddy, plan their program for children at the preschool and elementary school levels. The theme of their Dec. 15 program is "Celebrating Holidays," and the craft will be a gingerbread house.


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Happy Modern Furniture from Our Tours
Happy modern is all about bright colors, clean lines, and graphic shapes, and there seem to be two main directions to take for furniture that will suit this joyous style. You can either go fun and funky with vibrant hues and curvy shapes, or, if you're embracing color on the walls or with textiles, you can make the most of simple, white furniture like a classic Parson's desk. Either way, this is look that's sure to inspire a smile.
Top Row:
1. Molly's Coloring Book Modern Apartment
2. Behind the Seams at the House of Hunter and Harper
3. Janel & Jim Combine Their Creative Ideas
4. Sarah's Sunny Dublin Delight
5. Lucy's Girard-Inspired Nursery
Second Row:
1. Sam & Anne's Cozy Modern Blend
2. JoAnn's Creature Comforts
3. Kirsty & Pete's Loving Restored Scottish Fishing Captain's House
4. Chris & Colleen's Small, Hip Family Home
5. Susan's Adventure for the Senses
Third Row:
1. Nicole & Aaron's Paris-Inspired Loft
2. Marie & Ben's Scandinavian Chic Shoe Factory Apartment
3. Stefan's Imagine-Menagerie
4. FAB Office is Fab
5. Ahoy! Pacific Helm's Happy Modern Office
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Thoughts on the match:
"I'm really pleased with the performance the guys put in to the first half. A lot of hard work and determination and grit on our part to try and get a result on the road. It's been quite a few games now since we've done that."
Thoughts on first Whitecaps goal:
"I think it all went for naught when we suffered the first goal, which was, from my point of view, extremely unlucky. For us to clear it off of ourselves and have the ball drop down to their forward in the box."
Thoughts on the second Whitecaps goal:
"The second goal wasn't good at all. We basically gifted them that goal by trying to play too many passes in a tight space on the right side of the field. A bit naive there, but pleased that the guys responded and worked hard and pleased that they got a goal and got something out of this."
How to address their struggles on the road:
"We've got to keep working. We've got to keep paying attention to the details and do a little bit better in every aspect of our game."
Difference this match from two weeks ago:
"I think they got a lucky bounce to open up the scoring and we didn't respond quite as well as I'd have liked to have.
Thoughts on the match:
"I thought we played pretty good. The first half we came out and shut them down. Not really creating a lot of chances but we kept the ball and that's something that we talked about coming into this game. Second half I think we did ok, but then a misclearance led to their goal and after that we were pretty much left chasing the game a little bit. Didn't possess the ball really well after that and I think that's hwo they got down, countered and then Dane got their second."
Thought's on Richards' goal:
"He did well to use our defender to screen and whipped it around the near post high. I tried to stay low and react as best as I can but I think he did really well."
Difference from the match two weeks ago:
"I thought we battled pretty hard both games. They have some fantastic players on their team, as do we. Any team that plays at home they get that extra push frmo their fans and will be a little bit more comfortable on their home turf and today I thought they played great and gave us a run for our money and put their chances away."
Thoughts on the match:
"There wasn't too much between both teams and we got a bit unlucky with the first goal but it was still early. Then Richards took a half chance and scored a really good goal and left us playing catch up really trying to get back in it. We got the goal a bit too late and then just ran out of time."
Thoughts on Richards goal:
"Richards took a half chance and made it a real chance and a great goal really. Then we just tried to battle on to get one to get back in it. We finally got it but a little too late and we ran out of time."
Struggles on the road:
"If we had the answer we'd be undefeated. It's something you've got to work at I think that winning on the road is really difficult and not many teams do for some reason. We'll just keep at it and keep working hard and it seems if you can get one, maybe a couple others will come with it so hopefully we'll get one."
On getting back a goal late in the game:
"It's good to get a goal, so we'll build off that and hopefully that'll help us get a win soon."
Overall thoughts on match:
"There were lots of good players on the field, and a good atmosphere here at BC Place. I think that has helped us a lot this season. A lot of credit to the fans for building it up and making it hard for the opposition."
On Jay Demerit being subbed off:
"After Jay left the game went a little bit flat up until half time. I thought in the second half we showed a lot more energy, put them under pressure and made them defend more. Camilo came to life a little bit and Darren came to life a little bit. We're really pleased, it's our 10th win of the season."
On Andy O'Brien stepping in for Jay:
"I thought he was fantastic. I thought he strolled through the game and barely gave them any chances. I thought he spoke and communicated very well, which is what we have seen since the first day he has trained with us."
"A lot of the things that he was doing today go unnoticed. The way he organizes, the way he gets the game more compact and knows when to drop off. If you noticed in the game there were a lot less chances for Salt Lake than you would probably expect, and I think some credit goes to him for that."
On Camilo's performance:
"It has just been coming, you could see it the last few games. His confidence is coming back I think today it was a goal and an assist. An excellent performance defensively as well. He's a great finisher, he works on it extra after training as well."
On missing Koffie, Richards and Mattocks for the next game:
"I have lots of confidence in all the other guys that they can step in and play well. It's a good opportunity for those guys and you know we really look forward to the game. Guys will come in now with energy and excitement, ready to play. And I'm sure the crowd will be here roaring us on. That makes a big difference, and that is something that we always enjoy."
On his fitness and his performance:
"Yeah, there were some positives out there. Sometimes it's bad getting thrown into the game and you got two minutes to think about, but I'm delighted we won the game and that was our objective."
On his partnership with Martin Bonjour:
"I didn't train with him this week, but the communication was very good. Football is our second language and we all have different styles of defending, but I thought we played well."
Thoughts on the match:
"I thought in the first half it was a bit flat, but in the second half we were more comfortable and we got two good goals and the win, which is what we needed."
On getting the start:
"It was a huge result for us, obviously being at home and playing in front of the fans was a little settling for me. It was unfortunate we gave up one late, but overall it was a good performance by us."
On colliding with DeMerit:
"I just went to go punch the ball and Jay came from the side of me and I got hit by his head. It was just one of those where I had to go for it and it was unfortunate Jay got hit in the head. I feel fine, I think I got a bruise on the side of the head, but other than that, I don't feel dizzy or anything."
On Andy O'Brien subbing in DeMerit:
"For Andy, he has a full week under him and it was a bit unexpected, but he did fantastic when he stepped in. Coming from the EPL and playing over 400 games speaks for itself. He came in, settled in, calmed us down at the back and made it easy for us all night."
On his winning goal:
"I passed it to Darren and then I saw the ball come to me, I controlled it and put it in the net."
On getting back to form:
"Last season was hard, but I keep working hard. Everyone supports me and I had a lot of support today."
On Rennie's positive feedback:
"Yes, Martin Rennie tells us to defend well and I have been working on that. We have nine clean sheets this year and this is good for us; in order to win, we need to work hard."


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Worcester, MA --- Senior Corey Spencer (Malden, MA) tossed for a school-record 421 yards and three touchdowns to help pace Worcester State to a 28-14 homecoming victory over Fitchburg State in NEFC Bogan Division action this afternoon at Coughlin Field.
The Lancers improved their record to 6-3 and 4-2 in divisional play while the Falcons fall to 2-7 and 1-6 in the NEFC Bogan Division.
Spencer did his damage on 38-of-47 passing as he reset the single-game completion record that he set last week against Coast Guard. In just nine games, the standout has 2,667 yards and 22 touchdowns – both of which are the second-highest season totals in program history.
Junior AJ Scerra (Marlboro, MA), who came into the contest leading the NCAA Division III in total receptions with 72, was his favorite target as Scerra finished catching eight balls for 92 yards and one score.
Freshman Tyler Cason (Uxbridge, MA) and sophomore Jack Sprague (Maynard, MA) also hauled in seven receptions and combined for 165 yards while senior Justin DeAndrade (E. Bridgewater, MA) added six catches for 76 yards and one TD.
The duo of sophomore Mike Dance (Rocky Hill, CT) and first-year DaShawn Taylor (Ayer, MA) carried the ball 19 times for 67 yards for WSU.
The Falcons were paced by sophomore Steph'fon Teague (Fitchburg, MA) who rushed for 187 yards on 28 carries (6.7 yards per rush) as he had one of his squads two touchdowns. Sophomore Ty Spencer (Foxboro, MA) pitched in with six receptions for 70 yards for FSU.
After the visitors did nothing on their first drive, Worcester State went 93 yards on their first series which culminated in a 41-yard scoring strike from Spencer to Scerra with 10:38 on the clock.
The Lancers looked to take advantage of another stalled drive by the Falcons, but Fitchburg State forced a fumble on the goal-line to keep the score where it was. But the defense stiffened and held FSU to four and out in their own territory.
Spencer helped take advantage of the opportunity as he delivered five passes for 59 yards on six throws before he helped put the Lancers on top 14-0 on a nine-yard reception to DeAndrade six seconds into the second quarter.
After the Blue and Gold held their opponent to just 59 yards on each of their next two drives, Worcester State used a 10-play, 91 yard series – which was aided by a trio of Falcon penalties – to set the table for a one-yard touchdown plunge by Dance.
On their next series, Teague rushed right into enemy territory to set Fitchburg State up on the WSU 42 yard-line, but the Lancers preserved the shutout by turning the ball over on downs.
The Lancers then used an effective two-minute drill to take over the commanding 28-0 halftime advantage as Spencer threw a 13-yard flick to Sprague.
In the opening frame the Falcons were held to just 126 yards of total offense and did not convert a single third down.
The second period was a different story as the Falcons used Teague to try to get back into the game and a strong pass-rush to pressure Spencer.
The strategy paid off for Fitchburg State as Spencer was sacked in FSU turf as senior Jesus Moore (Lawrence, MA) forced a fumble and junior Tony Louis (Medford, MA) recovered it to set-up their squads first score.
Aided by a key 41-yard burst on third-down by Teague, the Falcons put up a crooked number when he found pay-dirt on a five-yard rumble.
Fitchburg State then held the Lancers to three and out and made it a two-possession game on a one-yard rush by freshman Luis Feliz (Clinton, MA) with 11:56 left in the fourth quarter. Junior Christian Lopez (Bronx, NY) helped put his team on the goal line on a 31-yard bomb to Ty Spencer.
After the Lancers squandered their next opportunity to score, the Falcons looked to use the momentum to put pressure on Worcester State.
But after a 13-yard rush on third-down by Teague and a 21-yard reception by sophomore Elizear Torres (Bronx, NY) put the visitors into enemy territory, WSU was aided by an eight-yard tackle for a loss by sophomore Tyler Asam (Milford, MA) and a 16-yard sack by junior Bryan Narcisse (Medway, MA) on third down.
With the ball on their own 11 and 6:59 showing on the board, the Lancers went no-huddle and ran out the clock. Spencer was terrific as he completed all six of his passes for 79 yards – including a seven-yard slant on fourth down to Scerra which helped him set both single-game marks.
Junior Adam Straughn (Rockland, MA) finished with a contest-best 13 tackles (eight solo) while Narcisse added six tackles (five solo), four of which were for a loss of 33 yards and a pair of sacks.
Junior Pat Conrad (Forestdale, MA) also finished with four solo stops and an interception inside the five yard-line to end the Falcon's first drive and set the table their first score.
Torres paced the defense for Fitchburg State with a team-high nine tackles (eight solo) and he added a 37-yard fumble recovery in the opening stanza of play. Moore chipped in with 1.5 sacks as Louis and freshman Kevin Doung (Fitchburg, MA) distinguished themselves with one sack apiece.
For the game, the Lancer defense held the Falcons to three-for-12 on third-down chances and one of four on fourth down situations.
The offensive line helped pave the way for a school-record 423 passing yards. Scerra now has 80 receptions to his credit to eclipse the single-season mark that he went over last week.


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May 18, 2006
Whenever Dr. Phil walks down the street, people ask: "What's going on with Marty, Erin, Alex and Katherine?" He follows up with his divided family, and also with the anorexic bride whose husband ended their marriage over the phone.
Catch up on their turbulent journey.
"I Feel Like a Juggler in the Circus"
Fifteen-year-old Alex was having a baby, and her pregnancy was destroying her family. See what she has accomplished in three years and get an update on her son, Nathan.
The trials of being a single mom.
Mad at Mom
Marty hasn't seen his mother in years and still harbors rage and bitterness toward her. Now that she's in frail health, he's faced with another dilemma.
Find out his burning question for Dr. Phil.
Still a Rebellious Teen?
Alex's younger sister, Katherine, felt anger and resentment about Alex's pregnancy and the constant chaos in her parents' marriage. She started acting out in school, and the family feared she would end up like her sister.
A Gift for Great Work
Alex has worked hard at balancing motherhood, school and work. Learn what amazing surprise Dr. Phil has in store for her!
"You have stepped up to be the mom you needed to be."
Single and Satisfied?
When April was last on the show, she was recovering from anorexia, and struggling with the fact that her husband dumped her over the phone.
How is she adjusting to life as a single woman?
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Let's stipulate something right from the beginning: Losing is not fun — in fact, it can really stink.
Let's stipulate something right from the beginning: Losing is not fun — in fact, it can really stink.
Sometimes you know why you lose — the other team hit 14 home runs and your team didn't. Sometimes you just don't understand why you lost — you know your candidate was the best one and the other candidate is going to ruin the country, so you just don't get why your guy didn't win.
One of the things we learn as children (or are supposed to) is sportsmanship. If you lose, you shake your opponent's hand, and if you win, you are gracious in victory. Then you get on with things.
The winners go on to the next bracket or start implementing their programs. The losers, if they want to win next time, take a deep look at the entire situation, do some honest analysis and start trying to fix the problem — trade for new players, devise a different offensive scheme, or find new ways to convince voters that your position is the right one for them.
I get how hard it is to lose a political contest when you know the outcome should have been different. I was against the Iraq war from the beginning — we had no business invading another country. And in 2004, I just couldn't believe that George W. Bush, who I felt shouldn't even have won the 2000 election, and who had unilaterally invaded another country based on a foundation of lies, was re-elected. And with more votes than his first victory! It was a hard pill for me to swallow. But he did win, and I had to resign myself to another four years.
I will admit I was surprised when his positions on many issues became more centrist, and in my mind, more reasonable. So the Armageddon I had darkly predicted to myself didn't actually happen. And I'd like to say this to those who did not support President Barack Obama: The nation will not cease to exist by the end of his second term. You will probably be surprised to discover that in four years the country will not have been destroyed.
As a liberal Democrat, I was pleased that President Obama won the general election, although I was disappointed that he failed to carry our state.
On the local level, I didn't vote for Mark Meadows to be my next congressman. He has vowed to work to repeal Obamacare, which has already done so much good for this county. He has promised that he will not bring federal dollars into Henderson County through earmarks. I don't support those positions. But a majority of the district's voters agreed with him, and he won the election fair and square. I'm sure he's a good man — I just disagree with his policies.
And as they say, elections have consequences. He won, so I will give Mr. Meadows a chance. As a member of the losing side, I see that I have a job, and that is to watch. I want to see how he does his job, if he works for the betterment of our district and country, and to improve our economic position. I will see "how well he plays with others" across the aisle when he takes office. And until he shows me otherwise, I expect that he will represent all of his constituents, not just those who voted for him. In two years, if I don't think he has done a good job, then I will work to get his replacement elected.
But here is the important part — and what I do not see as my job: It is not my job to carry a grudge, or to keep blaming my candidate's loss on everything from the weather to voter suppression to the alignment of the planets. It is not my job to keep the angry fires burning, or to keep making unfounded accusations that do nothing to move the political discussion in a positive direction. It just isn't useful.
In the meantime, it is time to get on with things — both winners and losers alike. The holiday season is upon us. It is a time of good cheer, a time for family, a time to be grateful for what we have — as individuals, as a community and as a nation. The energy spent in perpetuating anger or celebrating victory can be turned to other purposes, such as helping those less fortunate (and there is always someone less fortunate).
And it is the time to wish well to all the winners — whether we agreed with them or not. They need our good thoughts and best wishes, not our hate and anger, to succeed in their jobs and to help our country succeed.


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Thursday, September 16, 2010
Bellthorpe, a new climb and another solo win in Spain (video)
This time, the plan was to add this loop to last week's ride. One reason was to add a few more kilometers and get home early without having to ride to the Bay. But rightly, the main aspiration was the 4 km climb, which is known for being one of the toughest in SE Queensland. So we did and I will call it the Bellthorpe Range climb.
I am glad we did it and yes, it is a tough little climb with an average of 9.5% for 3.85 km, going by my Polar. The scenery is fantastic as it is surrounded by State Forest and when you get to the top the view is just astonishing.
Because I said we and because this was such a special treat, I will mention and thank PJ, PK and Darryl (all QSM Team members) for this great ride. Our friend Brian couldn't make it but we will certainly be doing this little loop again.
One thing to remember on the Bellthorpe Range climb, when you think you are at the top, you will find another 200 m of climbing in the next 7 km with some nasty little pinches before you descend to the main road.
It was a tougher ride this time. A strong westerly wind blew during the whole ride and we didn't seem to ride in many protected areas. We worked hard for the seven hours in the saddle and averaged close to 30 km/h for the 200 km ride.
I have to say, it was tough and I was feeling fairly ordinary at some point. The wind and the heat were taking a lot of energy out of me and I only managed by pouring a lot of water over my head and splashing my face with it. In my mind, the thought that the BIG RACE could be just like that in a few weeks time.
All good preparation then!
And the Vuelta? Well, another inspiring finish here, love it!
Posted by AMR at 3:46 PM
2 comments:
- Dee said...
Absolutely wonderful photos! Thanks so much for sharing. 200 kms, 7 hours. phew! I have work to do!
- September 18, 2010 at 6:06 PM
- AMR said...
Thanks, Dee. It is such a beautiful part of the world... You must come down for a few rides... and surf!!
- September 19, 2010 at 5:36 AM
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Rootworm control products are challenged to protect roots where numerous eggs/larvae exist. Efficacy data from two different plots show the difference between "normal" and "serious" rootworm pressure. Even Bt rootworm corn appears inundated with rootworm pressure at one location in Indiana.
Rootworm larval pressure and product performance varies within the field and from field to field. We, and other universities, evaluate efficacy of rootworm control products following very late-planted corn or "trap-crops." Trap-crops attempt to provide uniform larval feeding pressure the following season by attracting massive numbers of rootworm beetles that feed on the pollen/silks leading to mating and egg laying within that field. We have been doing this for years to test experimental and labeled rootworm products.
However, rootworms often don't cooperate in providing us the severe, and certainly not uniform, pressure desired. That's why we conduct these tests at multiple locations in Indiana and randomly replicate treatments within the plots. Producers often unwillingly create similar scenarios by replanting drowned out areas, allowing weed escapes in areas of a field, or not monitoring for variant western corn rootworm beetles in soybean. When producers purchase and apply rootworm materials they expect CONTROL. Still it is not unusual for producers to notice areas of cornfields that have been lodged while out combining. These lodged areas may be a result of serious root feeding from a concentration of eggs laid the previous season. The numbers of eggs, or "egg load," deposited in a given area or whole field is the most important of all variables determining the following year's risk to rootworm feeding.
High egg loads, coupled with optimal soil conditions for larval survival in the spring, will likely cause significant rootworm damage to corn causing plant lodging and possibly death. This will occur even when control products are used properly (time of application, placement, etc.) and at the labeled rate. In other words, control products can be "overwhelmed" with rootworm numbers. [Our data shot that] we got serious damage at the Pinney Purdue Agricultural Center (PinPAC) at Wanatah in northwestern Indiana. The PinPAC site was moderately dry throughout the summer, but had well-timed rains that resulted in excellent growth of the corn.
Although the results at the Northeast Purdue Agricultural Center (NEPAC) at Columbia City represent average damage from rootworm larvae for that region, this damage was highly variable. That site received an atypical amount of rain (about 20 inches) from May through July with more than 7 inches in 72 hours in mid June and probably accounts for the increased variability and overall low rootworm damage. Two other Indiana test sites were abandoned because of early-season saturated soils that resulted in near total mortality of rootworm larvae. The biggest surprise when comparing 2004 data is the reduced efficacy of YieldGard Rootworm at PinPAC. Granted this is only one site in Indiana that we are reporting, but it is the first time that we have measured YGRW trait performance that is much lower than anticipated.
Apparently rootworm Bt corn is also showing some surprisingly poor ratings in University of Illinois plots where rootworm pressure was excessive. No one at this time knows for certain why this new technology for rootworm control has shown a "kink in the armor." You can be certain that many rumors concerning Bt-corn performance will spread this fall and coming winter. University and industry entomologists will be closely studying this situation. It simply may be a matter of the rootworm larval numbers overwhelming the Bt-toxin expressed in the roots. We know that larvae must feed on the roots to ingest the Bt and then either die or become dramatically delayed in growth and development. Enough "sick" larvae may still do significant damage when larval numbers are extremely high.
Unlike Bt corn for above-ground lepidopteron insects (e.g., corn borer) that has given near 100% control, YieldGard Rootworm expresses a lower dose of the toxin in the roots which allows for a small percentage of surviving larvae. To keep this in perspective, other than this one test plot, we are not aware of any suspected poor performance of rootworm Bt corn in Indiana at this time. In the coming days of harvest, farmer's observations made through their combine windshields and by their yield monitors will add to our understanding of how this product protected corn in many environments and how that protection was associated with productivity. Corn rootworm, especially as it pertains to the western corn rootworm variant, and additional product performances will be featured in the November issue of the Pest&Crop. Visit the Purdue agronomy Web site at http://www.entm.purdue.edu/Entomology/ext/targets/newslett.htm.


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A 6-year-old girl fighting for her life against leukemia has touched the hearts of Charlotteans, and their outpouring of support could help other cancer patients, too.
A mechanic with NASCAR driver Bobby Labonte's team was so moved by an Observer story about Jordan Jemsek that he suggested the team promote a March 5 bone marrow drive in her honor. And so this Saturday at the Budweiser Shootout in Daytona, the back of Labonte's No. 47 Camry will feature Jordan's picture and "www.getswabbed.org."
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"I have cried at least three times a day, so many people are sending e-mails saying, 'What do you need?'" said Jan McGrath, a neighbor of the Jemsek family who is helping organize the drive. "This isn't just for Jordan, but it's her face right now."
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Her mother, Kay Jemsek, hugged mechanic Joey McCarthy, whose idea it was to promote the bone marrow drive.
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- Boy Scouts is a year-round program for boys 11 through 17 featuring outdoor programs and leadership. Boy Scouts can earn ranks, Merit Badges, and awards.
- Varsity Scouting
- Varsity Scouting is an active, exciting, year-round program for young men 14 through 17 built around five program fields of emphasis: advancement, high-adventure/sports, personal development, service, and special programs and events.
- Venturing
- Venturing is a year-round program for young men and women who are 14 (and have completed the eighth grade) through 20 years of age to provide positive experiences through exciting and meaningful youth-run activities that help them pursue their special interests, grow by teaching others, and develop leadership skills.
- Sea Scouting
- Sea Scouts is a specialized segment of the Venturing program, which was organized to address members' boating skills and promote knowledge of our maritime heritage. Swimming, lifesaving, first aid, Coast Guard Auxiliary Sailing and Seamanship, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation courses are taught with the ship by its officers.


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One simple thing that I've taken away from the book is that teaching and learning happen every day, and that, given an approach that opens the minds of others, people tend to be very interested in talking about feminist issues. hooks describes this phenomena early on in Teaching to Transgress:
"I am grateful that I can stand here and testify that if we hold fast to our beliefs that feminist thinking must be shared with everyone, whether through talking or writing, and create theory with this agenda in mind we can advance feminist movement that folks will long--yes, yearn--to be a part of. I share feminist thinking and practice wherever I am. When asked to talk in university settings, I search out other setting or respond to those who search me out so that I can give the riches of feminist thinking to anyone. Sometimes setting emerge spontaneously. At a black-owned restaurant in the South, for instance, I sat for hours with a diverse group of black women and men from various class backgrounds discussing issues of race, gender and class. Some of us were college-educated, others were not. We had a heated discussion of abortion, discussing whether black women should have the right to choose."--pp 72-73, Teaching to Transgress.The more one gets exposed to the ideas within feminism, the more one sees that lessons to be learned (and taught) are everywhere, and that one has a sort of embarrassment of riches as far as being able to show, for example, that pop culture tends to encourage misogyny. And one has a chance to talk with people about this stuff almost every day.
The other day I was on a conference call with a few of the people I work with often, two men around my age, when one started teasing the other about having worn a pink shirt. I eventually asked the person doing the teasing what colors he though men should wear, and what colors they shouldn't. In high school during the late 80's, we all wore pink shirts for at least a short while, after all, I pointed out. We ended up having a nice little discussion about it, and about how it's ok for men to wear 'salmon' but not 'pink', even if they are the same color. I'm not so naive so as to think that these men are now feminists, having had such a discussion--but we managed to have a discussion about traditional gender roles and their place in society, which I consider a feminist issue. A few days later, I had a conversation with a 5-year old daughter of a friend, who wanted to show me her 'princess' shoes. I told her they were nice, but that I didn't really like princesses. "Why not?" she asked. "They're kind of boring." She looked at me like I was crazy, and I simply said: It's ok for you to like princesses, but not everybody likes princesses. Again, I don't kid myself about countering the massive tide-of-princess-iness that this girl has been inundated with since the time she could consume media--but sometimes one little voice sticks in one's head. So you never know.
Maybe when she's older I can loan her my bell hooks books.


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Plack::Middleware::AccessLog - Logs requests like Apache's log format
# in app.psgi
use Plack::Builder;
builder {
enable "Plack::Middleware::AccessLog", format => "combined";
Plack::Middleware::AccessLog forwards the request to the given app and logs request and response details to the logger callback. The format can be specified using Apache-like format strings (or
combined or
common for the default formats). If none is specified
combined is used.
This middleware uses calculable Content-Length by checking body type, and cannot log the time taken to serve requests. It also logs the request before the response is actually sent to the client. Use Plack::Middleware::AccessLog::Timed if you want to log details after the response is transmitted (more like a real web server) to the client.
This middleware is enabled by default when you run plackup as a default
development environment.
- format
enable "Plack::Middleware::AccessLog", format => '%h %l %u %t "%r" %>s %b "%{Referer}i" "%{User-agent}i"';
Takes a format string (or a preset template
custom) to specify the log format. This middleware uses Apache::LogFormat::Compiler to generate access_log lines. See more details on perldoc Apache::LogFormat::Compiler
%% a percent sign %h REMOTE_ADDR from the PSGI environment, or - %l remote logname not implemented (currently always -) %u REMOTE_USER from the PSGI environment, or - %t [local timestamp, in default format] %r REQUEST_METHOD, REQUEST_URI and SERVER_PROTOCOL from the PSGI environment %s the HTTP status code of the response %b content length of the response %T custom field for handling times in subclasses %D custom field for handling sub-second times in subclasses %v SERVER_NAME from the PSGI environment, or - %V HTTP_HOST or SERVER_NAME from the PSGI environment, or - %p SERVER_PORT from the PSGI environment %P the worker's process id %m REQUEST_METHOD from the PSGI environment %U PATH_INFO from the PSGI environment %q QUERY_STRING from the PSGI environment %H SERVER_PROTOCOL from the PSGI environment
Some of these format fields are only supported by middleware that subclasses
In addition, custom values can be referenced, using
%{name}, with one of the mandatory modifier flags
%{variable-name}i HTTP_VARIABLE_NAME value from the PSGI environment %{header-name}o header-name header in the response %{time-format]t localtime in the specified strftime format
- logger
my $logger = Log::Dispatch->new(...); enable "Plack::Middleware::AccessLog", logger => sub { $logger->log(level => 'debug', message => @_) };
Sets a callback to print log message to. It prints to the
psgi.errorsoutput stream by default.
Tatsuhiko Miyagawa
Masahiro Nagano
Apache::LogFormat::Compiler, http://httpd.apache.org/docs/2.2/mod/mod_log_config.html Rack::CustomLogger


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jailbreak iOS6 remember to SHSH backup-Backup contacts, text messages, music and other information!
iOS6 has released many months, this week, Apple released iOS6.1 version ios6.1.2, ios6.1.3 re-ignited the enthusiasm of the fruit powder jailbreak. According to reliable sources, the iOS6 perfect escape on the road, coming. In this regard, the beauty girl javenzhi in facebook (javenzhi's facebook: http://www.facebook.com/javen.zhi?ref=tn_tnmn), iOS untethered jailbreak is released the apple fans do not have to rush to early adopters, remember to do the SHSH backup before jailbreak working.
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The SHSH is actually verification iTunes to restore the the firmware operation legitimacy of a certificate. Any an iPhone, if you want to revert to a previous version, this version of SHSH backup file.
Need tools: the Wonder Assistant PC version and iMac assistant for Mac, you can download in the following table related backup software to back up the information you want to back up
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SHSH backup steps:
The first step: iPhone / iPad connected to the computer using the data cable;
Step 2: Then click SHSH backup Wonder assistant or iMac assistant of the Mac version, it will prompt you a simple operation, and automatic backup SHSH and download it to your computer, click "Open Directory" will be able to find you backup SHSH file;
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At this point SHSH backup on the successful completion, we can without fear iOS jailbreak.
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