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Ko Tao
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Ko Tao, literally Turtle Island, is an island at the Central Gulf Coast of Southern Thailand.
Historically, Ko Tao was once a detention place for political prisoners similar to Ko Tarutao of Satun Province, but today it is a great place for divers or anybody who wants to get away from the hustle and bustle of Ko Samui and want more than the Full Moon Party on Ko Pha Ngan. The island is geared towards diving tourists more than backpackers on a budget. You won't find cheap food stalls here. Ko Tao is a great place to learn how to dive. There are hardly any currents and a wide selection of dive sites and dive shops, schools and resorts. Activity options are growing outside of diving and the food and nightlife options are some of the best in the Gulf of Thailand.
Ko Tao is a small island of approximately 21² km and receives over a 100,000 visitors per year. To minimize your impact on the eco-system, notice that there are no garbage disposal facilities, so everything that can't be burned has to be taken away. Try to avoid plastic bags that are given out for every purchase you make. There is also no department to clean the roads or other public areas, so don't dump your waste on the open landscape. Water is scarce and electricity expensive, so don't waste them.
Peak seasons in Ko Tao are from December to March and July to August. It is a quite popular destination amongst Thais also, so it can be nearly fully booked on Thai holidays.
Get in
By plane
The nearest airports are in Ko Samui and Surat Thani, which are fairly well connected to major cities in the region such as Bangkok, Penang and Singapore. Only Thai Airways and Bangkok Airways operate from the private airport in Ko Samui and both charge artificially high rates. Bangkok Airways runs many more daily flights to and from Ko Samui than Thai Airways. When flying out of Ko Samui keep in mind that there is a 300 baht departure tax, the highest in Thailand. Several airlines, including Thai Air Asia, China Southern Airlines, TransAsia Airways, Nok Air, and Thai Airways, operate from the Surat Thani Airport at lower prices.
Once you fly in, you'll have to take a ferry to Ko Tao.
By boat
From Surat Thani
If you're coming from the south, you can take a ferry from Surat Thani on the mainland with a travel time of around 3 hr for the morning ferry, or from Ko Samui, 1.5 hr, or Ko Pha Ngan 1 hr. If you're taking a boat from Surat Thani, one possibility might be an overnight ferry. These depart around 11PM and arrive in the morning, about 6AM (subject to changes). It's advisable to arrive early to grab a mattress. As most of the boats are formerly cargo boats the passenger facilities are basic.
From Bangkok/Chumphon
The northern terminal for the island ferry service is Chumphon. Numerous agents sell tickets for a variety of boats of varying size and speed travelling in from the north. The fastest takes about 90 min, the slowest almost 5 hr. For Lomprayah, they have a pickup service from your hotel to the pier which will cost 100 baht, the ticket itself is 600 baht wherever you book it.
These ferries only depart Chumphon at 7AM, 1.30PM, 11PM and midnight. The ferries at 7AM and 1.30PM are the normal passenger ones offered by Lomprayah [38], Seatran [39] and Songserm [40]
The late night ferries are normally vehicle or cargo ferries, making for a slower (5-6 hr trip, arriving at 5AM) and are a less comfortable ride. If you are arriving via bus or train, be sure to arrive well before the ferry times, as the ferry terminal is around 1 hr travel time from the train station, and a missed connection either results in a late night trip on the vehicle/cargo ferry or an overnight stay and a 5:30AM start to catch the bus to the ferry terminal for the first ferry the next day.
Sangserm offer "VIP" combined coach and boat tickets from Bangkok, claiming to take 6 hr by bus and 1.5 hr by boat - in fact, it takes closer to 9 hr by bus and 3 hr by boat, neither of which are particularly comfortable. Also, Songserm does not go when there are high waves and they do not inform their customers about it upon arrival. Furthermore, they deny refunds and are extremely rude about it. This agency should be avoided.
A good solution if coming from Bangkok is to book Sleeper Train #85; leaving Bangkok around 5:30PM and arriving in Chumphon at 3:57AM and then have a ticket booked for the 7AM ferry. Most ferry operators can pick you up from the station where you can while away the 3 hr connection gap. You can also buy your ferry ticket at the station when you get off the train at 4AM. Lomprayah have a ticket office and a ticket on a waiting comfortable large bus is included in the price.
From the other islands
You can also day trip on diving charters from Ko Samui. Many have high speed boats that can make the trip to Ko Tao in about 1 hr.
Lomprayah High Speed Catamaran [41] or Seatran [42] are the fastest and most comfortable way to get to Ko Tao. They run twice a day from Ko Samui, Ko Pha Ngan, Surat Thani, and Chumphon. They also have online booking - useful for checking availability at peak times and all their boats have air conditioning and movies for passengers.
Get around
There is one main road running North to South on the island with many smaller roads diverting off it. Some roads lead over the spine of small mountains that run along the middle of the island and are all dirt, can close out after rain, and can be challenging even to a skilled driver. If you are looking for an adventure the dirt roads are a good place to find it, also be aware distances can be quite deceiving due to the quality and elevation changes of the trail. There are usually plenty of taxi cars available on both Sairee village and Mae Haad, however they tend to be expensive given the actual distance you travel. The best way to travel is by renting a small scooter or motorcycle. This gives you the freedom to explore all of the treasures of the island without paying the large taxi costs.
You can rent bicycles and motorcycles at a few places on Sairee Beach, Mae Haad, and Chalok. Be careful if you rent a motorbike as the dirt roads can get dangerous. ATV's (all terrain vehicles) are dangerous (ask any medical clinic) and expensive (500+ baht/day) and should be avoided in favour of Honda Dream's (150-200 baht/day) or Sonic's (200-250 baht/day).
It is normal practice for motorcycle rental places to ask for a passport as deposit, this is due to the fear of drunken tourists crashing their bike and not returning it. You should be wary of handing over your passport unless you are positive of the legitimacy of the operation.
Be aware that an increasing number of rental shops are charging large amounts of money for non-existent scratches on bikes when returning them, notably the shop next to 7/11 in Sairee Village (Save Way travel) and Owen Bikes opposite the petrol station in Sairee Beach. Make sure you note down and photograph all scratches and dents before you rent a bike from anyone. Your best bet is to hire a bike from your bungalow / resort.
Longtail boats offer rides to and from certain beaches on the island. They are a more comfortable way of getting to isolated beaches than attempting to ride over the mountains, however they are noisy. Round island longtail can be as much as 2,000 baht, whereas some short trips will only be 100-200 baht.
Take a bike around the island. Shark Bay is a good place to go snorkeling for the day (don't worry too much about sharks, they are only small black-tip reef sharks). Koh Nang Yuan, Freedom beach, Laem Thian, Mango Bay, Hin Wong Bay and Tanote Bay are good day excursions, accessible by road or boat. If you rent a scooter, be prepared to turn around or continue by foot since some roads (e.g. to Mango Bay) may be in such condition that you need a dirt bike or a car to ride them.
Many rental scooters come equipped with dirt tires, which help tremendously with navigating the crevasse riddled dirt trails. Mango Bay and Laem Thian are accessible by scooter, these are challenging rides and suited to more experienced riders.
Some beaches are private, but a boat can take you snorkeling to those bays also.
However, to see the best places, go by foot as some are inaccessible to motorists. There are a number of good viewpoints around the island such as John Suwan mountain viewpoint in the South of the island, Two View in the centre and Fraggle Rock in the North.
Freedive training and education worldwide is generally done through AIDA [43], SSI [44], Apnea Academy [45] and Apnea Total [46] freediving courses.
Scuba diving
Scuba diving is still the biggest attraction on Ko Tao. Diving in Ko Tao is easy, fun, and you can see turtles, stingrays, barracudas, lots of small fish, reef sharks, and there is a very small chance of seeing a whale shark.
At Chumphon Pinnacle you are likely to see juvenile bull sharks which have, until recently, been misidentified as grey reef sharks. Pay caution, the bulls are curious and very aggressive though for many years thousands of people have dived this site without a single shark related incident.
Nearly any time of the year except November is good diving weather in Ko Tao and visibility can exceed 40 metres. Average visibility is around 15-20 m. In November visibility is reduced to 5m and the seas are choppy.
It is possible and perfectly comfortable to swim and dive without a wetsuit year round. However, as with most diving, a wetsuit is recommended to help reduce risk of cuts or injury. Avoid contact with coral reefs.
Various dive locations around Ko Tao are:
Dive training
There are a huge number of dive operators on the island, many offering budget accommodation (sometimes described as free accommodation, but this is not really true as you will usually get a discount if you stay elsewhere). Currently (2012) the price for PADI open water certification including the new PADI training manual, professional instruction, rental equipment, boat dives, and certification is around 9,800 baht and for SSI open water certification including, professional instruction, rental equipment, boat dives, and certification is around 9,000 baht ; insurance and basic accommodation may also be included. Shop around as not all shops teach the course in the same way. Look for experienced dive instructors rather than a low price.
A common method for teaching new divers is to train in a pool first by being taught about 20 basic skills before being taken out into the open water. Others will instead take you to a secluded beach so you will see fish and coral from the start and you might be able to squeeze in a short extra dive in this way, depending on your group and instructor. Some shops have a private pier, some shops depart with a longtail from the beach, and some use the public pier, where you will have to climb some other boats. Ask if this matters to you. Most important: find out maximum number of dive students in a group, and make sure you get an instructor who speaks your language if you are not absolutely sure about your English. These are the little things that will make the difference between an ok course and a great one.
PADI 5 star dive centres and resorts
Watch out for dive instructors who may offer you the Nitrox-course without telling you they extra charge for it.
PADI dive centres and resorts
SSI dive centres
Marine conservation
If you want to learn about coral reefs.
Liveaboard sailing and diving
BSAC dive centres
CMAS dive centres
PADI 5-star career development centres
Other activities
Over the last couple of years more and more non divers have discovered the beauty of this island with its secluded little bays and unspoiled mountain ridges. Due to this, and the increasing number of small upmarket resorts and villas nestled in the hillsides there are nowadays a lot more activities available, including sailing, rock climbing ( Trad routes, Sport routes, Top rope routes and Bouldering), abseiling, cliff jumping, wake boarding, mini golf or bowling in Mae Haad, massage and yoga courses, and cooking courses.
A huge selection of Thai food is available, including lots of sea food. Barbecue fish is one of the local favourites. As a large portion of the population are expats, you will find plenty of other cuisines too. 2011 prices ranging from 60 baht for stuff-on-rice through to 250 baht for a nice hunk of fresh barbecue fish at a decent restaurant. 30 baht would get you a fresh banana pancake, and 60 baht a bowl of porridge with honey at a budget resort's restaurant. 200-300 baht would get you a bowl of freshly made Italian pasta, and 160-200 baht for pizza. Fresh fruit juices are available at many stalls for 30-40 baht.
When you get a break from diving, there are a few bars on the island. The bars on the island rotate nights, so the best bet is to ask someone working at dive shop which bar will be crowded that night or check the posters. Many start off the evening at the bars located at the northern end of Sairee, and after they close at 1am, go onto whichever club is open for the rest of the evening at the southern end of Sairee.
You can usually find accommodation at the pier when you arrive. However, during peak times it is worth booking ahead unless you want to sleep on the beach or spend the night in one of the more expensive lodgings. If you are planning on taking a scuba diving course whilst on the island, most dive schools have an attached resort and will either discount the accommodation or throw it in for free when you book a course. During busy periods, most resorts with dive outfits will not want you to stay unless you are diving at least every second day with them. If you don't want to stay with your dive operator and use their free accommodation, you may want to ask for a discount.
The majority of the accomodation on Ko Tao are centred around two main areas - Sairee Beach and Chalok Bay.
Sairee Beach
This is the largest beach on Ko Tao, located on the western side of the island from the Ferry Terminal on the south western corner of the island and running almost the length of the island. All along this beach you will find dive schools, resorts, restaurants and bars. The southern and central sections of the beach are well known for their nightlife, and the northern end has a large number of shops and restaurants which lends it to be a bit quieter at night (but with the bars only a short walk down the "Yellow Brick Road".
Chalok Bay
Chalok Baan Kao is a much more chilled, relaxed environment than Sairee Beach, while still giving access to a great range of restaurants, beach bars and BBQs plus a wide range of accommodation from luxury resorts to budget rustic, beach-side bungalows.
Tanot Bay
More populated than other east coast beaches however this doesn't mean it's busy. There is no town or village here and only 4 resorts, each with an attached restaurant and one really tiny shop which is up the hill behind the resorts. There are no ATM machines. There are no really cheap places to eat as there are in Mae Haad.
The sand on the beach is coarse and there is an unbelievable amount of broken glass in it. Likely because of people drinking while sitting on the rocks. Careful where you step and do your bit to pick up some of the glass. The shore is rocky and there is plenty of corral right off the beach. You can rent snorkel equipment for 100 baht per day. There is a large rock just out to sea for those interested in cliff diving.
There are regular trucks that go back and forth 3-4 times per day at 100 baht per person. Ask at you resort for taxi times. Alternatively you can charter your own truck for 400 baht min or 100 baht per person.
Stay safe
The number one way to stay safe on Ko Tao is to not drink and drive. Motorbike accidents are very common, especially when driven under the influence, on the wrong side of the road, in the dark. All Terrain Vehicles (ATV) are becoming numerous on the island. They are considered a menace by many as they are expensive, slow, noisy and more people injure themselves on them under the mis-belief they are safer; which they are not. Walk or hire a smaller motorbike instead. Be aware that vehicle hire shops are cheap but can become very expensive if you so much scratch the vehicle, try to hire an older bike than a brand new one.
Be careful when renting bikes. Avoid Owen Bike which has several locations on Koh Tao such as one on Sairee Beach, just as you enter along the main road on the left hand side in the same building as the supermarket, about 2 blocks before the 7-11 and a small intersection. You must give them the passport as a deposit, and even though you may take photos and return the bike in perfect condition, the lady will find small "scratches" and demand an exhorbitant amount. If you do get in such truoble, at least in Koh Tao the police is on our side and not being bribed like in Phuket or other places. There's a friendly police officer named Chet who speaks very good English who might encourage you to file a report, saying that this happens several times a day on Koh Tao. Even if you don't file a report, the police can help you bargain a better fine. If you do file a report, contact your embassy and eventually the company will have to release your passport, because it doesn't belong to you but your country's government.
Additionally, when renting bikes, do INSIST on a receipt when you have paid the rental fee, or for every subsequent payment per rental day. Do not trust the shops to write accurate information in their own books. If you do not want to provide your passport as a deposit, some shops will ask for 2000-8000 baht as a one-off deposit instead. Again, take as many detailed photos as you can on the condition of the bikes. We caution against renting from CJ Guesthouse & Supermarket (13/1 Moo 1 Had Sairee Beach), situated on the same street as New Way Divers. They will not issue receipts if you do not ask, and later demand that you have not paid the cumulative rental fee when you return the bike. Without a receipt, it will be frustrating and difficult to argue your case. Do not trust the husband-and-wife team of CJ Guesthouse and be very careful on this matter even with other shops. Most bike shops on the island rent bikes for 200-250 Baht per day.
Should you be unfortunate enough to need minor medical attention there are numerous clinics on the island. These however are only clinics, there are no formal medical facilities on the island. The closest hospital are in Koh Samui or Chumphon. Any medical condition not treatable locally will require a minimum of two hours ferry travel to reach a hospital. If the weather is bad the physical rigours of such a trip can complicate medical treatment significantly.
The entire island of Koh Tao has no sewage processing and water contamination far exceeds Western standards at nearly all times. This includes both ocean waters and tap waters. Sewer water drains across the beach and even the roads in several areas and are easily encountered by unwitting tourists. Beware of 'wet spots' in the roads that persist during dry weather and avoid the mist that rises from vehicles. Small scratches or mosquito bites can become seriously infected if swimming, and ear/eye infections are extremely common among divers, more than many equivalent resort locations. Susceptible individuals and especially parents of young children should be aware of these dangers and exercise great caution. Tap water quality supplied by shallow well pumps should be held suspect even during showering. Low-lying areas in Sairree and especially in Ban Chalok are the most polluted. The eastern areas far from the population centres are the cleanest.
Be also aware of the safety of your hotel room. There are many reports of stolen money especially on the resorts on Sairee beach. Normally the thieves (sometimes even hotel staff) sneak into the room while you are out diving and take your cash from your wallet or from your bags.
As always, watch out for the sun. It seems to be particularly strong on the island due to the bright sand and surroundings, especially when slightly clouded.
Watch out for the gas stations, they like to let the meter start at more than zero. The red gas station on the road that goes up to the turtle is known for this.
Watch out for dive instructors teaching you the Nitrox-course whit out telling you that they charge for it when you check out. Ban´s is known for this.
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GREENSBORO, N.C. (Oct. 2, 2011) – ETSU senior Mayte Vizcarrondo (Cadiz, Spain) fired a 1-over-par 72 and is just one stroke back of the individual lead, as she and her fellow Buccaneers tied for second place on the team leaderboard following first round play Sunday in the Starmount Fall Classic hosted by UNC Greensboro at the Starmount Country Club.
Vizcarrondo was one of four Bucs to finish in the Top 25 individually, as freshman Gabriella Wahl (Heidenheim, Germany) carded a score of 5-over-par 76 to end the day tied for 10th, while teammates Sian Evans (Gillingham, England) and Chloe Garner (Somerset West, South Africa) tied for 25th with scores of 7-over 78.
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SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Just one week before the New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference (NEWMAC) Championship, the MIT women's track and field team captured the Springfield Invitational on Saturday. The Engineers finished first in a field of 12 teams, including four other NEWMAC squads, with a total of 178.50 points. Tech's day included four record-breaking performances and four NCAA qualifications.
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If breaking stuff is your idea of a good time, then this may be for you. A Texas-based company has created a form of therapy where paying customers can channel their stress by destroying nearly everything around them.
Dallas-based company Anger Room builds mock-ups of kitchens, living rooms and workplaces, then fills them with discarded junk, such as TVs, VCRs, fax machines, furniture and mannequins. For a fee running from $25-$75, customers can then proceed to pulverize everything in the room.
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass. - Senior co-captain Deanna Lentz scored five goals and added an assist in the first half as MIT (4-5, 2-2 NEWMAC) defeated Mount Holyoke College (5-8, 1-3 NEWMAC) 15-11 at Jack Barry Field on Saturday afternoon. The Engineers, who never trailed in the game, had four players with a pair of goals. Leading the way for the Lyons was senior Caitlin Taylor (four goals, one assist), freshman Marika Austin (three goals, one assist) and sophomore Anise Gold-Watts (three goals).
With the score tied at one just over ten minutes into the game, Lentz took matters into her own hands. She scored three goals in a span of 2:52 to give MIT a 4-1 lead. Sophomore Laura Watson added to that lead at 15:44, but the Lyons came right back. Taylor scored at 15:28 and Gold-Watts then strung together two straight goals to pull Mount Holyoke within one. However, MIT's co-captains Lentz and senior Elizabeth Lin each tallied two goals and an assist before the half was over, and the Engineers took a 10-6 advantage into the break.
After over 10 minutes of scoreless action to begin the second frame, Gold-Watts scored the much needed first goal for the Lyons at 19:14. Then at 17:46, Austin capitalized on a free position attempt to put Mount Holyoke in striking range at 10-8. But that was as close as the Lyons would get. After the teams traded goals, the Engineers went on a 3-0 run to take a commanding 14-9 lead with under eight minutes to play. Taylor and Austin would each score once more for the Lyons but it was too little too late.
Junior Hee Jay Kang was strong in net for the Engineers. She made 10 saves to improve her record to 4-5. Senior keeper Lauren Mulcahy turned aside eight shots for the Lyons.
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Former Denver Broncos Tim Tebow and Brandon Lloyd failed to advance past the first round of the Madden 13 cover vote, which ended this morning.
Tebow garnered 46 percent of the vote in the matchup against Houston's Arian Foster (54 percent), while Lloyd collected 15 percent to new Patriots teammate Rob Gronkowski's 85 percent. The Tebow-Foster matchup was the closest of the first-round matchups.
The biggest margin of victory was by Detroit's Calvin Johnson, who defeated Kansas City receiver Dwayne Bowe by 92 percent to 8 percent.
San Francisco's Patrick Willis was the only lower seed to upset a higher one, as the No. 11-seed defeated Chicago's Matt Forte (6) 62 percent to 38 percent.
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Say me ull neva leave me
[Oh oh]
Or run away
[Oh oh]
But I have a confession
Everything that iv been doin is all bad
I got a chick on the side wit a crib and a ride
Iv been tellin you so many lies
Aint no good it's all bad
I just wanna confess
It's been goin on so long
Girl I been doin you so wrong
And I want you 2 kno that
Everytime I was in L. A. I was with my ex-girlfriend
Everytime you called I told you,
"Baby I'm workin." (No!)
I was out doin my dirt (Oh!)
Wouldn't thinkin' 'bout you gettin' hurt
(I) was hand in hand in the Beverly Center like man
Not givin' a damn who sees me
So gone (I know)
So wrong (Just listen)
Actin like I didn't leave you sittin' at home
Thinkin' about me
Bein' a good girl that you are
Bet you probly believe you got a good man
I man that never would do the things I'mma 'bout to tell you I've done
Brace yourself
It ain't good
But it would be even worse if you heard this from somebody else (oh no)
If I could turn back the hands of time n start all ova I would
Instead of everything bein all bad
Baby everythin would be all good
I dnt wanna lose you
But I kno when tellin you aint make you wanna stay
You probly just wanna run away
I'm mad enough 2 punch me in my face
I'm been livin like an idiot
N I deserve it every bit of it
I kno
2day is the day when I end up lyin in the bullshit girl
I'm sorry
I'm sorry
But I can no longer walk around wit this stress on my chest
I confess
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Heading into Wednesday's 1 p.m. doubleheader with Belmont at Aquinas Field, Billington leads the conference with a .429 batting average in A-Sun games only. She is second in the conference in overall batting with a .368 average. Teammate Lauren Dortwegt is close behind with a .406 average in A-Sun games only, second best in the conference.
Billington and Dortwegt are tied for third overall in the conference in hits with 57 each.
Lipscomb coach Kristin Ryman points out that Billington's successes are sometimes not noticed because of Kellie Sirus and Abby Keese, both seniors.
"Kellie and Abby have stood out so much over the past four years," Ryman said. "They have had great careers. They were both preseason All-Conference picks. They are the two big power hitters in the middle of our order that everyone knows.
"Courtney was our No. 2 hitter as a freshman and played second base. A lot of what she did last year went under the radar. We moved her to shortstop this season. She has done an outstanding job for is there and made some great plays."
Overall in the conference Billington, a sophomore, is ranked second in doubles (16), fourth in total bases (89) and sixth in slugging percentage (.574).
In A-Sun games only Billington is first in total bases with 37. Dortwegt is tied for third with 32.
Ryman and assistant coach Lexi Myers decided to move Billington to the No. 5 spot in the order during the trip to Hawaii for the Spring Fling.
"In that last game in Hawaii we moved Courtney to the five-spot to try something different," Ryman said. "Since we did that she has completely taken off.
"Her power numbers are up tremendously from last year. She is player who has not hit a ton of home runs, but she has had her share. Her doubles really stand out for me. Even if she hits the ball in a gap she has the speed to stretch a single into a double. She has hit a lot of balls off the wall that were a couple of inches from being home runs."
Billington and Dortwegt are tied for the team lead in multiple hits games with 16. Billington has a three-game hitting streak on the line against Belmont.
"To me, if there is anybody on the team who has shown the most consistency lately it is probably Courtney," Ryman said. "I think Lauren has done a great job at the top of the order in also providing that consistency.
"Because there are so many good hitters in our lineup, the ones that do stand out are Kellie, Abby and Lauren. Now we can add Courtney into that mix."
Ryman expects to move Billington to the No. 3 spot in the order next season.
"That is something that Lexi and I have talked about since last year," Ryman said. "We feel like she can develop into that No. 3 hitter in our order for the next couple of years.
"Courtney works extremely hard in practice. It makes our lineup even stronger to have someone who is hitting doubles and home runs who also brings speed to the middle part of the order. I'm excited about seeing her do well."
The Lady Bisons have seven regulars batting more than .300. Whitney Kiihnl is hitting .363, fourth overall in the conference. Keese is hitting .358, sixth best in the A-Sun. Mollie Mitchell is batting .342, ninth in the conference. Dortwegt is batting .327 and Sirus is hitting at a .316 clip.
"With Courtney right in the middle there really is no one that other teams can pitch around," Ryman said. "Hopefully, people will take notice of her as we go into the postseason. She has been as vital a hitter in our lineup as anybody we have.
"She is one of those players who doesn't really say a lot. She just goes out and plays the game. She expects a tremendous amount out of herself. Sometimes your best players are the ones who are their hardest critics."
The Lady Bisons are 40-10 overall, 16-2 in the A-Sun. The Lady Bisons, regular season A-Sun champions, close out the conference regular season with the short trip Belmont. The Bruins are 10-40, 3-13 in the conference.
"Belmont is a big rivalry for us," Ryman said. "A lot of our girls are friends of some of the Belmont players.
"They are going to put the ball in play. They have a little power. We are going to approach it as we have to go out and take care of business. Belmont doesn't have many wins, but if look a lot of their losses in conference play have been 2-1 or 3-2. They are going to challenge teams that are not on their games."
National rankings: The Lady Bisons received 21 votes for the Top 25 in the Ultimate College Softball and seven in USA Today/National Fastpitch Coaches Association poll.
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Dem Pa. primary gets ugly early
Behind the scenes, the knives are already out in Pennsylvania's budding Democratic gubernatorial primary.
Earlier this month, a top aide to Rep. Allyson Schwartz warned an adviser to state Treasurer Rob McCord – a likely primary opponent – that there could be consequences for his political consulting business if he continues to criticize the Philadelphia-area congresswoman behind closed doors.
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Rachel Magnuson, Schwartz's congressional chief of staff, complained of unspecified negative "comments … regarding Congresswoman Schwartz" in an email to McCord spokesman Mark Nevins – a Democratic consultant whose firm, Dover Strategy Group, also works on congressional races. A third party shared the March 12 message chain with POLITICO.
( Also on POLITICO: Schwartz to run for Pa. governor)
Magnuson copied four top Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee officials on the email, and raised the suggestion that further "ugly" comments about Schwartz could have consequences for the McCord-connected firm.
Schwartz stepped down in February as the finance chair for the DCCC in advance of an expected campaign for governor.
"I get that all is fair in love and war, but the more that people keep sharing with me and others how ugly and beneath you your comments are regarding Congresswoman Schwartz, it makes it next to impossible when good friends at the DCCC and others ask for recommendations for vendors to not be open with your comments regarding Congresswoman Schwartz," Magnuson wrote in an email.
Magnuson used a personal email address, rather than her congressional account; Hill staffers are barred by ethics rules from using official resources to engage in campaigning.
Nevins responded to the Magnuson broadside with professed bewilderment later the same afternoon, denying that he had made any comments about the 2014 race that he would not "say to you or to Congresswoman Schwartz."
"Will you please tell me what the hell you are talking about? Seriously. Because that's one of the most bizarre emails I've ever gotten," Nevins wrote. "When I'm asked for thoughts, I tell people that I think it will be a very competitive primary, but that I think we match up well against the congresswoman."
Nevins went on at some length about Schwartz's vulnerabilities as a challenger for Republican Gov. Tom Corbett: "I also tell people that I think we're a stronger general election candidate, partly because I think Republicans will use Congresswoman Schwartz's profile against her in very predictable ways."
( Also on POLITICO: Poll: Tom Corbett trails Democratic contenders)
Alluding to two failed Democratic congressional candidates who were tarred as overly liberal, Nevins continued: "I think they'll do to her what they did to Kathy Boockvar last year and Lois Murphy before that. I think Democrats have a great shot to beat Corbett, but I don't think Congresswoman Schwartz gives us the best chance to do that. And based on the conversations I've had with people, I'm not the only one who thinks that way.
Nevins concluded by asking for an apology from Magnuson, who he said was "clearly [trying] to damage my reputation and hurt my business."
"Rachel, we've known each other a long time. If you have a problem or a question, pick up the phone and call me. The DCCC has better things to do than get bogged down with emails about the Pennsylvania governor's race," he said. "I told you when we had lunch that I hoped we'd keep an open line of communication. I'm unclear why you chose to take a different, more belligerent approach."


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Consumerism is a myth that we will be gratified and integrated by consuming. In fact, it is a pattern of behavior that helps to destroy our environment, personal financial health, the common good of individuals and human institutions. Ironically, due to its fictitious promises, consumerism is picked up unwittingly but its effects are invariably shattering.
Approximately 2 billion people around the world belong to the consumer class - feeding on processed food, striving for bigger houses, bigger cars, higher levels of debt, and lifestyles devoted to the accumulation of non-essential goods.
According to Global Issues in 2005, the wealthiest 20% of the world accounted for 76.6% of total private consumption; the poorest 20% for just 1.5%. Mind-boggling figures.
Today we are joined by a well-known figure in the eco spheres. Karen Lee is the captain of Team Eco Etsy, editor of Green Living Ideas and publisher of ecokaren. She is a mom to two greenagers and a wife to an accidental recycler. Karen will be speaking at a workshop for Martha Stewart's Dreamers into Doers Annual Conference on "How to green your business and save money". But today she has taken on the uncomfortable task of analyzing traditional American consumerism and helping us overcome its dominance.
American consumerism has been the way of life for most of us, most of our lives. McMansions popped up everywhere, surrounding major metropolises for as long as we can remember. We've filled them with 'stuff' and then, when we got bored with them or if they broke, we'd throw them out. Then, we'd either upgrade them for bigger and faster models or replace them with the latest and the shiniest. In an attempt to "improve" our lifestyle (according to the ads) and to keep up with the Joneses (according to the ads), we'd keep buying new stuff.
The cheaper pair of shoes
But don't blame yourself. It is not entirely your fault. Many companies entice us, no, "force" us into this absurd buying habits by producing poor quality goods that only last a few years. And you have no choice but to replace them whether you want to or not. According to Annie Leonard's The Story of Stuff, it is called planned obsolescence. Companies purposely produce items that are actually cheaper to replace than to repair. In fact, some things are not possible to repair. Have you tried repairing a pair of shoes that cost $29.99? Not possible. Good quality shoes that cost $150 can be repaired. But which shoes would an average American buy? The cheaper shoes.
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How did this happen? How did we become such a disposable society?
You can blame it on the Industrial Revolution. Yup. The very thing that made our lives, supposedly better, made us become worse. Back in 1800's and early 1900's, American products were made with care, craftsmanship, and with quality in mind. In addition, we had to think carefully before purchasing things with our hard earned money. And when we did buy an item, we treated it well and if it broke, we repaired it. Can you imagine the pioneers throwing out anything before trying to fix it first?
Then, along came the industrial revolution and the assembly line. The factories cranked out appliances, cars, and combustible engines. The economy boomed and America was 'living it up". We were buying up television, phones, cruising in huge sedans and we were using up oil to manufacture them like it was never going to dry up. We didn't think about if natural resources would ever be gone and we never thought about the pollution problems either. With TV in every American's living room, we were endlessly subjected to provocative commercials for everything from cars, kitchen appliances, packaged foods, and toys for kids of all ages. We had no choice but to buy, buy, and buy.
The price we have to pay
But this mass production of products for a brief, cheap, consumer's thrill cost us a higher price than we realize. The production of unnecessary excess uses non-renewal energy and creates waste that eventually just sits idling in landfills forever.
And, now, we are grappling with shortage of resources while we are living with garbage and clutter of "stuff" that we have to be encouraged to de-clutter and simplify.
But what's more disheartening is, we are not any happier. In fact, we are more stressed because we have to pay off the credit card debt, live in unimportant clutter, and think about the next new item we want to buy but can't afford. So we work harder and longer so we can afford to pay for it. The vicious cycle does not make use happy; it only perpetuates the problem.
In all fairness, we have been a little more careful with our spending lately due to the downturn in the economy, but when the economy improves, I'm sure we will be back in big box discount stores, spending our disposable income on useless things again.
|Illustration: James Provost
How do we solve this problem of planned obsolescence?
- Don't be an American. Imagine you have to move to a quaint little 4th floor walk up apartment in Paris and it has no storage space for anything. What would you take with you to live there? Think about what is most valuable to you and what you can't live without. Ok. you can stop daydreaming about moving to Paris now but de-clutter and simplify your living space as if you are.
- Fix it. When something breaks, don't immediately think you have to replace it with something new. Instead, see if you can repair it. I know people often think it's cheaper to buy new but that's not always the case. A zipper on my daughter's favorite winter boots recently broke. She was bummed because she really liked these winter boots and was sad to think she couldn't wear it anymore. Besides, she said, "What a waste it would be if I had to throw out the boots just because of one broken zipper." Fortunately, a shoe repairman was able to replace the zipper for $9 and she was ecstatic! A brand new pair of boots would have cost much more than that. Not only was it cheaper, but we reduced our carbon print by not buying new and also supported our local shoe repair shop. I know this was just a pair of boots but this mentality of repairing things can be applied to everything we own.
- Find it a home. If you can't find a way to repair a broken item or is too expensive to do so, don't just toss the old one out. I bet you can find someone who would love to take it off your hands. If not, donate it to a charity or recycle it instead.
- Buy Quality. Before you jump to buy the first cheapest thing you come across, like furniture, stop and think about its lifespan. How long would it last? Sure, cost is an important factor in buying big ticketed items. But quality is "cheaper" in the long run since you won't be throwing it out soon after the purchase. Think about antiques and how long they've lasted. Do you think furniture made with particle board will last that long? Buying vintage that have been around a long time will not disappoint as they are made with quality. If you must buy new clothes, buy classic timeless pieces and not cheap and trendy that will 'go out of style" in a year.
- Buy Green. If you have to buy, buy green. Although "buying green" can translate into over consumption too, the environment or your buying habit will not be as damaging as buying conventional. Buy organic as much as possible. Buy items that were made with recycled materials as much as possible. Buy sustainable products as much as possible.
- Buy Handmade. Buying handmade supports locally produced industry with products that are not mass produced. Handmade products are eco-friendly since making products by hand uses less energy than operating a factory. Also, most handmade artists use smaller spaces as their workspace that don't require a large amount of energy. If anything, they require less energy because they are using hands to produce and not machines. Added bonus is that handmade artists are compassionate people who care about their art and quality of their crafts. And in general, they also care about the environment and how much impact they are leaving on the planet. Supporting handmade means supporting local businesses that care about long lasting quality.
So when I talk about American consumerism, I am not suggesting that we stop buying. I am merely asking you to change your purchasing and consumption behavior. I'm really saying we need to minimize waste by buying quality or vintage, simplify our lifestyle, and don't become victim to consumerism.
Then, we can live a happier life without worrying about the next purchase and how we are going to pay for it.
Share your experience: How about you? Are you a victim of planned obsolescence? How do you combat it?
See also:
Step 1: Embrace Your Imperfections
Step 2: Simple Living as Men's Trait
Step 3: The Rules of Simple Home Organization
Step 4: Simple Crafting for Happy People
Step 5: Simple Scheduling and Planning Routines
Step 6: Spend More Time With the People You Love
Step 7: Spend More Time Alone
Step 8: Connect to Your Inner Self
Step 9: How to De-Stress
Step 10: Learn to Live With Less and Enjoy it
Step 11: Start a Debt-Free Life
Step 12: How to Overcome Consumerism
Step 13: Declutter Your Life
Step 14: Get Rid of Toxic Cosmetics and Reclaim Your Natural Self
Step 15: Wean Off Plastic
Step 16: Celebrate Your Story
The Final Step: Gratitude
See also:
Step 1: Embrace Your Imperfections
Step 2: Simple Living as Men's Trait
Step 3: The Rules of Simple Home Organization
Step 4: Simple Crafting for Happy People
Step 5: Simple Scheduling and Planning Routines
Step 6: Spend More Time With the People You Love
Step 7: Spend More Time Alone
Step 8: Connect to Your Inner Self
Step 9: How to De-Stress
Step 10: Learn to Live With Less and Enjoy it
Step 11: Start a Debt-Free Life
Step 12: How to Overcome Consumerism
Step 13: Declutter Your Life
Step 14: Get Rid of Toxic Cosmetics and Reclaim Your Natural Self
Step 15: Wean Off Plastic
Step 16: Celebrate Your Story
The Final Step: Gratitude


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Aw man, I knew I should have trademarked that! I was going to use it for my hemp oil IPA.
I also cooked a pancake the other day and when I flipped it over the burn marks kind of looked like Denny doing a batch sparge. Freaky
I'm doing my best to pay it forward.


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Gototei Kunisada ga (on each sheet) 五渡亭国貞画
Censor's seal: kiwame 改印: 極
By 1911, purchased by William Sturgis Bigelow (b. 1850–d. 1926), Boston [see note 1]; 1911, gift of Bigelow to the MFA. (Accession Date: January 19, 2005) NOTES: [1] Much of Bigelow's collection of Asian art was formed during his residence in Japan between 1882 and 1889, although he also made acquisitions in Europe and the United States. Bigelow deposited many of these objects at the MFA in 1890 before donating them to the Museum's collection at later dates.
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Japanese, Edo period, 1831 (Tenpô 2), 3rd month
- Artist Utagawa Kunisada I (Toyokuni III), Japanese, 1786–1864
- Publisher Kawaguchiya Shôzô (Shôeidô, Eisendô), Japanese
Vertical ôban diptych; 36.9 x 51.9 cm (14 1/2 x 20 7/16 in.)
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Ike Taylor better not get burned like he did last game against them... Defense has to come up big in this game...
Although we usually don't play well on Sunday nights!!!
Ike Taylor better not get burned like he did last game against them... Defense has to come up big in this game...
Although we usually don't play well on Sunday nights!!!
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Us 38-Denver 7 Our defense is healthy and our offense is healthy that equals VICTORY...
Who I like, Steelers-Broncos
This is an interesting matchup in that Denver will be breaking in 12 new free agent players.
Typically, teams that add that many veteran free agents take some time to gel. Of course, one of those free agents is QB Peyton Manning, so perhaps he will make up for some of those issues.
The Steelers will be without James Harrison and Ryan Clark on defense, which makes them a little vulnerable. But you can bet that Dick LeBeau will come up with something different on his 75th birthday to help make up for who's missing.
The Broncos will be without guard Chris Kuper (arm) and linebacker D.J. Williams (suspension). The absence of Williams is a big one. He's been tough on the Steelers over the years.
I like the Steelers, 24-20.
@ The Steelers finally placed rookie guard David DeCastro on injured reserve on Friday when they signed cornerback DeMarcus Van Dyke.
DeCastro will be eligible to return in eight weeks.
Van Dyke, meanwhile, will be used to help bolster the special teams unit, which was spotty in the preseason.
With that move, the Steelers now have just eight active offensive linemen and 10 defensive backs. That means a move could be coming next week when safety Ryan Clark is ready to play against the Jets.
There's no way the Steelers are comfortable having rookie Kelvin Beachum as one of their active players at this point.
Dale Lolley at 7:17 PM
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Anonymous9:11 PM
so who gets cut iyo dale?
doubt the kid they just signed is that guy. Will it come down to Will Allen and Robert Golden? The one who screws up less stays?
Anonymous10:01 PM
Golden or maybe Curtis Brown?
Tim10:06 PM
Yeah, Curtis Brown will be cut. For sure. Well, either him or Troy Polamalu.
Patrick10:12 PM
how bout cutting the guy they just signed? He would have to be a stud on ST to stick around. And from what I read he can't tackle.
And they certainly aren't cutting Curtis Brown.
Anyway, I got this game at 24-20 Broncos. Manning is 6-1 against the Steelers I think. Whether he hasn't played in a year is irrelevant to me, especially when the Steelers probably won't have James Harrison.
Denver's D is good and Manning is good for at least 2 passing TD's. I don't see the Steelers brand new offense topping 20 on this D. No Harrison and no Clark, in Denver - I just don't see a win.
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Last time I thought we would destroy Denver, baby Jesus pulled out a miracle. I would be pleased with a win, but really want to see some payback for that debacle of a game last year.
I wonder if Manning's neck is feeling a bit stiff thinking about the Steeler D coming after him for real tomorrow?
I'm very scared about our offensive line versus theres.
I just don't want to see Von Miller have a Suggs like day.
Just heard on Espn that Redman will start tonight!! I just don t know how our O-line will match up with their D
Yunz like Redman or Dwyer?
Redman will have to do! He doesn't scare anyone!
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Which Harbaugh brother would you want to coach your team? Reporters from around the Tribune family tackle the question of the day.
Ron Fritz, Baltimore Sun
Which brother would I want? Neither. I want their dad, Jack Harbaugh, to coach my team. I'd pay whatever I had to so he would leave the comfy confines of his basement in Wisconsin to return to this sideline. It probably wouldn't take much to get him back in the game, either.
Then he'd hire Jim as offensive coordinator and John as defensive coordinator/associate head coach (since he's older), with sister Joani overseeing special teams. Jack Harbaugh instilled his coaching beliefs in his sons and they've won, just like he did as a college coach.
Expect a fierce battle on Feb. 3 in New Orleans, but one Harbaugh brother will have to lose. And you can bet that the rest of the family will rally around him even while expressing their joy for the other.


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There is something so innocent and beautiful about this photo to me. A child living the everyday tasks of adults during the holidays. It reminds me of a time when we actually did go to local tree farms with my parents to cut & carry our holiday tree/bush home.
Just wanted to share this image and this wonderful quote from one of my favorite-faves… Dr. Seuss from the December Parents magazine (online) edition. Enjoy and may you choose to use those brains and feet for the benefit and blessing of others!


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Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Notes From Conversation Between Dwight Blood and Russell M. Blood, August 1992 Part 1
Second, in August of 1992 I went to Cody to see Dad and Elna. I think I drove up there by myself. I had this long conversation with Dad about the ins and outs and whereabouts of our early life and took these notes. I was always grateful that I had this conversation and took these notes. Dad died the following March so the August visit was the last time I saw him. I just unearthed the notes today while doing the first resorting and housecleaning I have done in a hundred years and wanted to share them with the rest of you. Feel free to provide comments and clarifications, preferably in separate blog posts where we will all be sure to see them.
Here is the beginning of Dad's comments, pretty much as I recorded them at the time.
1932--the Penrose house.
In 1933-34 (I think) I spent the summer in Sunlight (see above map), back to Penrose in March. Looked after the ranch (the ranch of Dad's uncle and aunt, Dewey and Elsie Riddle, where he had gone after leaving Denver) while Dewey and Elsie went to New York. Dwight wanted to stay up all night. Made chairs, chest, that winter.
The year when we went to Lanchburys (Lanchburys was a rather primitive log original stage station--wasn't it?--where we stayed for a few months. I remember coming home one day when the Park County Sheriff was there shooting dogs who had destroyed a bunch of sheep). I remember looking out the window at the darkness outside when, I think, Mom and Dad had gone somewhere for the evening, maybe a dance?). (Further note: the Lanchburys were good friends of my aunt and uncle, Elna and Oscar House). So: The year that we went to Lanchburys I worked for Molesworth (Molesworth was a maker of classic Western furniture). We stayed in Cody the summer before, then that fall stayed at Lanchburys until late October or November. Then we moved to the little house in Cody on the Powell highway. (I remember being fascinated by the car lights flashing on the bedroom walls at night since we were always so isolated in Penrose). Come spring, we moved to Old Man Knott's, then moved back to Penrose in the fall. (Was Old Man Knott's a yellow house?) I remember playing in the ditch in the front yard there). Then I (Dad) stayed at Brashers. I got the scroll saw, stayed in their wash house. (I remember that one time Mom drove us kids up to Cody to see Dad when he stayed in the wash house. I remember seeing the scroll saw. We stopped, I think, at the Golden Rule Store in Powell on the way to Cody). Work slowed down (for Molesworth, I presume), so I quit. (to be continued)
7 comments:
- Steve Blood said...
- November 13, 2013 at 9:05 AM
- Judy said...
Bits and pieces to put the puzzle together. So which do you think was harder, following Dad wherever he went? or staying in Penrose looking down the lonesome road? Neither would be easy.
- November 15, 2013 at 12:25 AM
- Elizabeth said...
Wasn't Lanchberry's (maybe Launchberry?) the old Eagles' Nest stage stop at one time? And Mother always said that's where we picked up the bedbugs that followed us around, finally succumbing to DDT in the early '40s. Was the yellow house the "last house in the last lane?" in Cody? I remember seeing Dad shaving off logs for the furniture that were set on sawhorse. Thanks for sharing. Don't we wish that we had recorded more of the story from both Mother and Dad?
- November 17, 2013 at 8:13 AM
- Elizabeth said...
That comment needs some editing, but maybe you'll all get my drift?
- November 17, 2013 at 8:14 AM
- Elizabeth said...
Another comment. When we went to Cody to see Dad, remember that the road was not yet black-toppled? I seem to remember that it was gravel. And we had car trouble, but I don't know how that was resolved. Anyone?
- November 17, 2013 at 8:16 AM
- Dwight said...
Lanchbury is correct. The last house was the house at the end of the lane, not the yellow one Old Man knots.
- November 17, 2013 at 5:56 PM
- Ann said...
When my memories of home include living in only one house in one place, this is neat to read. The adventures of being newly married and searching for a way to provide for a family seem to be somewhat consistent from generation to generation.
I am glad you recorded what you did.
- November 18, 2013 at 8:16 AM


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Minecraft XBLA builds up 4m sales, averages 27,000 a day
Minecraft's Xbox 360 developer 4J has revealed more staggering numbers for the indie hit's console effort.
Speaking on Twitter, a studio rep announced the port has surpassed 4m units sold in its first five months.
The total figure averages out to around 27,000 copies sold a day.
Last we heard, many months ago, the total sales figure for Mojang's across all platforms was near 10m, but the number could easily be approaching double that given the pace all three versions (PC, mobile, and console) continue to move at.


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The iPhone release here in Japan has already suckered — oops, I mean, won over a few people I know locally, who have been showing off their US$300 phones and the features they find amusing.
I'm afraid I just don't understand it. That, along with the occasional iTunes for Linux frenzy that I see here and there in the forums, and I wonder what the attraction is.
Personally, I wouldn't buy an iPhone here or anywhere else — or for that matter an iPod or a Mac computer. To me it would be trading one master for another, leaving the pervasive corporate evil of Microsoft for the sly marketing evil of Apple. How is a different shape, a different color or a different EULA somehow worth more money?
It escapes me. I will concede the Jobsian contingent is innovative and clever — I've said that before, and I don't detract it. But an overpriced, (comparatively) underfeatured phone is still an overpriced, (comparatively) underfeatured phone*, and a music player with file compatibility restrictions is still a music player with file compatibility restrictions, and a computer with proprietary, closed-source software and licensing restrictions is still a computer with proprietary, closed-source software and licensing restrictions.
None of those things is anything I'm interested in. I have family members who are quite happy with their Apple products … of course one is just easily impressed by useless flash, and instantly buys anything stylish or new — a marketing intern's dream, really. My distaste for that kind of reckless consumerism probably taints my opinion of Apple on the whole.
But I think at the ground level, since my conversion to free software and open-source mentality, there's no appeal in going back. A co-worker recently bought a Mac that runs the games he wants to play; that's fine, he's happy. My mother owns an iPod and it works great for her; that's fine too, she's happy. Other family members own Apple products just because they're cool; that's … their decision, they're happy.
But I doubt I'll own one ever, unless I spot one in a secondhand store, in the basket with the leftover optical mice. Until then, I'll keep my old Pentium III, my rather bland cellphone and my XO-1, which is as close as I can get right now to a portable music player. 😀
*Some of my Japanese friends say that their phones already do everything the iPhone does, and in some cases do more, with only the flashier graphics as a caveat. I can't attest to that; my own phone is rather simple, but that's just because I prefer it that way. I can tell you that the phone I owned while living in the U.S. was pitifully underfeatured compared to some of the things that can be done with phones here in Japan.


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It's not that the Sox didn't care about hitting or didn't try to get it. Some of the players they thought were going to do very well (Ken Berry immediately comes to mind) never became the hitters they thought they were going to be.
They became good players with exceptional defensive skills for the most part, but just never could hit like other players on other teams.
Also factoring in were the fact that Comiskey Park was not a hitters park by any means and the 'frozen baseballs' in the mid 1960's.
As stated the Sox knew what they were lacking and made serious attempts to get players like Frank Robinson, Yaz and Hawk Harrelson on to the team...to no avail.
I'll return in a minute posting a link to the story I posted that has the details of those 'near misses'
And I agree 1967 was a great year, Stanky almost pulled off a miracle but the 1964 season was better with a better club and a better team.
1964 started to slip away when the Sox lost a double header to the lowly washington Senators who started Bennie Daniels and Dave Stenhouse. Two pitchers with bad records (although Daniels wasn't a bad pitcher...)
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Sunday, January 10, 2010
Since I Can't Give You the Finger Video, Here's a Baked Acorn Squash Tease
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Are you using any of the commercial photograph tricks that food photographers use to enhance or make things look more appealing? i.e. mineral oil, glycerine, steam chips, 'fake' food/props to mimic real food, putty to prop up and angle food etc? Just curious. Your photos are VERY very good quality.
- January 10, 2010 at 5:22 PM
Yay! Winter squash is one of my favorite winter foods ever. It's delicious and very good for you!
- January 10, 2010 at 5:42 PM
- Basia said...
since you can't give us the finger......
Oh yeah. Busted! Also - please send squash!
- January 10, 2010 at 9:44 PM
- Lisa said...
chef john!
can you do a video on Quiche! anytype :)
- January 10, 2010 at 9:48 PM
- Chef John said...
nope, no food styling tricks. In fact this very well may be the first cookbook to contain all original photography done by the chef of the actual finished dish. Thanks!
- January 11, 2010 at 2:52 AM
- rosemary said...
......all original photography done by the chef of the actual finished dish.LOL!! Hey chef that reminds me of that "welcome home" squash above, under 'you might also like:',when is the video coming?
- January 11, 2010 at 8:04 AM
- Chef John said...
as soon as there are summer squash around ;-)
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The U.S. does not boast the most educated population according to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development's (OECD) Education at a Glance 2012 report.
Canada does.
Here's the breakdown, as reported by NBC and 24/7 Wall St of the countries with the most educated adult population, in other words, having a college degree or it's equivalent.
1. Canada
2. Israel
3. Japan
4. United States
5. New Zealand
6. South Korea
7. United Kingdom
8. Finland
9. Australia
10. Ireland
Not surprisingly, the report found a correlation between the money spent on education and that country's educated population. Not only that, unemployment was much less for the educated adults than the adults without a college degree.
But I'm surprised that Israel and Japan beat the U.S. Does that surprise you, too? Comment here .


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|2008-04-05, 21:11
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|2008-04-05, 21:57
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Well, I might as well continue on since I've developed a reputation. Is anyone still interested in a spoiler post that explains more about the characters' backgrounds?
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|2008-04-06, 14:22
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Well, I should be getting my volumes (was missing 1, 2 and 8 >.>) soon but why not get a head start at knowing the characters ^^
|2008-04-06, 14:24
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I don't know anything about a second season( that would be AWESOME)
But yes the manga is still going on, there a currently 8 volumes here in the US and 10? in Japan. I HIGHLY reccomend the manga if you liked the anime :3
|2008-04-06, 16:12
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|2008-04-06, 18:00
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Want my opinion about episode ten?
The whole show was just the prologue to the many and exciting adventures that Rahzel, Alzeid, and Baroqueheat will come across on their travels with no fixed destination.
The rundown about episode ten was that Rahzel felt bitter to have to call off her journey, even though her heart told her otherwise.
On the other hand, the origins of Rahzel were revealed in the side-story within the episode.
The problem is that the plot goes back full circle and repeats, save that Alzeid now feels comfortable with Rahzel's company, and she learned to step up against her foster dad to follow what her heart desired.
From where the mysterious stranger makes his move the story starts to get interesting but is cut off in a permanent cliffhanger.
Seriously, Dazzle was filled with big chunks of missing plot that need a second season in order to be properly filled.
|2008-04-06, 18:35
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The main difficulty with the idea of a second season is that
Spoiler for episode 10/manga:
Maybe there will be a second season someday, and maybe they'll figure out a way to plot things that sort of works out. But I wouldn't count on it. If you like this series, I highly recommend going back and getting it at the source—the manga.
|2008-04-06, 21:26
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There are lots of things to think about with episode 10. But my mind keeps coming back to one theme. It's a theme that's starts in episode 8, runs through episode 9, and comes to completion in episode 10. What does it mean to be a companion to another person?
In episode 8, Alzeid makes it clear during his hotel conversation with Baroqueheat that he considers a companion to be someone who's there for the other person.
Maybe not, because in episode 10, when Alzeid gives her definition back to her, she reject its.
My mind keeps coming back to those three scenes because I love how the theme runs through the episodes and ties them together in a way that's deeper than their surface level plot connections.
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|2008-04-07, 13:59
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Spoilers post
Here's my promised spoilers post. I want to clarify a few things before I start though. Most of what I'm going to talk about are things that occurred chronologically before Rahzel met Alzeid. I'm not going to talk much about what happens to the trio during their travels. So you really ought to read the manga even though I'm going to tell you some spoilers. The information I'm giving is from volumes 1 through 8. (Volume 8 was recently released in English.) Keep in mind though that the series is 10 volumes long and still being serialized in Japan. So I don't know everything yet. Furthermore, the mangaka is very good at misdirection. She'll let you believe something for several volumes before revealing additional information that changes or contradicts what you think you knew. (I had that happen to me with a volume 8 revelation.) With those caveats in mind, on with the spoilers.
About the setting
What the anime told us: Technology is less advanced than our current level. Technology doesn't seem much more advanced than the steam engine railways era. However, some evidence of more advanced technology such as Alzeid's gun does exist.
What the anime didn't say:
About Rahzel
What the anime told us: Rahzel's real name is Rahzenshia Rose. She's a magic user. She is the daughter of Fabien Rose. Her mother had a fatal illness and went mad waiting for death. She decided to kill Rahzenshia. In self-defense, Rahzenshia killed her mother with her magic. Fearful, Fabien took Rahzenshia and abandoned her in the forest, hoping she would die. While waiting for her death, Rahzenshia was approached by a red-haired man. Somehow, she ended up in the care of Serateed who adopted her. At that time, Rahzenshia changed her name to Rahzel. When Razhel was 14, Serateed kicked her out of the house telling her to travel the world.
What the anime didn't say:
About Alzeid
What the anime told us: Alzeid once served in the army with Baroqueheat. He is a magic user capable of flying and delivering explosive magic bursts. As a child, he was not allowed outside. He is looking for his father's murderer whom he describes as a woman with black hair and blue eyes. His description of his vengeance quest: "I am looking for the woman who killed my father. That is the purpose of my journey. The man who was killed was in some ways my father, and in some ways myself. Thus, this is also revenge for myself." [Episode 2, 05:20, Shinsen Subs]
What the anime didn't say:
About Baroqueheat
What the anime told us: Baroqueheat served in the army with Alzeid. He has a moth tattoo that can turn into a sword. He has an older brother who is Rahzel's adopted father, Serateed, making her his adopted niece. Neither Rahzel nor Baroqueheat knew of this connection when they first met.
What the anime didn't say:
Well now, what do you think? Sounds much more complex than the anime ever hinted at, doesn't it? Like I said at the beginning, I mostly stuck to what happened in the past before the series started. And as you can see, there's still more to be uncovered about the past. As for the present, I haven't mentioned too much of what happens to them during their travels. Don't think you know all about their adventures from the anime though. The anime left out large crucial sections of their travels. Find the manga and read it to learn about those events, how they changed our trio, and how the past's revelations affect their current relationships with each other.
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|2008-04-07, 14:17
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Spoiler for Natsume, response to LKK's huge spoilers:
Note that the spoilers LKK gives are bigtime secrets in the manga that are revealed only very slowly over time. The best way to learn them is to read them as they come up in the manga, not in a big infodump post.
|2008-04-07, 14:22
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|2008-04-07, 15:22
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Well, I don't mind the spoilers seen as I am still going to read it anyway. Thx LKK for the effort.
And holy spoilers they were
|2008-04-07, 18:29
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Takahiro Sakurai ( Seiyu : Alzeid )
Takahiro Sakurai
* Date of Birth : June 13 1974
* Hometown : Aichi, Japan
* Blood Type: A
* Height : 1.76m (5' 9'')
* Weight : 58kg (128 lb)
* Hobbies : Record collecting, Scuba diving Shopping Taking walks
* Website : Takahiro Sakurai @ 81 Produce
* He is a member of 81 Produce.
* Many of his roles were handsome (and mostly charming) men.
* He has also voiced reluctant heroes (such as Cloud Strife and Rockman X) as well as the occasional villain (Maximilien Robespierre in Le Chevalier D'Eon, Hiltz in Zoids: Guardian Force and Sasori in Naruto Shippuden).
*Sakurai was also typecast to play an angsty and arrogant young man, and also loner character.
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|2008-04-13, 08:17
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I've just started this anime. It's only 10 episodes long? How much material can it cover with so few episodes?
the character cast is ok. I think the anime has potential. Travelling group is one of my fav, but the introduction of characters is pretty quick, and I don't see how the relationship between three people who know little about each other can suddenly become good comrades. Something in the department of character development seems lacking.
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Oh, I see. Not earning much for something you love to do is sort of ok (I have been there, so I know). However, when you don't get much for doing something you don't like, it is indeed tough. =/
The job itself is a bit of a drag, but I can put up with that. The killer is the pay. I don't earn a lot, and that makes me enjoy it all the less.
Well, I hope things get better at your job!
I'm doing fine thanks. I'm pretty fed up with my job, but everything else is all good. I can't really complain, and even if I wanted to no one would listen XD.
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Hello matey. I've made another rare visit to GS and I was just checking to see how you are.
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A Spartanburg County woman is accused of stealing thousands of dollars and more than 35 acres of land from her father, who suffers from Alzheimer's disease.
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The Frederick Theater was built and opened in 1920.
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A facade photo and a floor plan of the Frederick Theatre appeared in the August, 1920, issue of the professional journal Architecture. It can bee seen online here, at the Internet Archive. The caption says that the Frederick was designed by Pittsburgh architect Harry S. Bair.
As near as I can figure, the site of Frederick (or Fredrick) Querner's theater was either on the lot where there is now what looks like an annex to the Allegheny Valley Bank of Pittsburgh, or on the parking lot next to it. The theater was too narrow to have occupied the entire frontage of the bank building, which has a modern address of 3137 Butler Street.
Although the caption of the photo of the Frederick Theatre in the publication cited in my previous comment uses the long spelling of the name, there's a possibility that the theater was actually called the Fredrick, without the second e. That's the way Mr. Querner's first name is spelled on this page, which cites the 1920 U.S. Census.
Unfortunately the photo doesn't show the name on the building itself. An old advertisement for the theater would confirm the spelling one way or the other, if somebody could find one.
I don't know why I wrote 3137 as the bank's address. The bank is at 5157 Butler, and the theater must have been at 5135. There is no 3100 block of Butler Street.
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