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Primark is a high street store which sells clothes and shoes for women, men and children. It also sells accessories such as jewelry, hair ties, lotions and bath products. The store is notorious for selling items at ridiculously low prices. Due to this it is usually one of the busiest clothing shops on the high street.
My local Primark is Newcastle and there is also a store at the Metrocentre, Gateshead. I have never been in either store when there hasn't been a huge line of customers waiting at the tills. The store does have a large amount of open tills though, so waiting time is never too long.
Although the store have a wide range of clothing for every taste and style the quality of items I've purchased at Primark have been the reason I've not shopped there as often in recent times. I've had problems like one top I bought was marked one size on the neck label and another size on the care label. I've also had items that literally fell to bits after washing. I've discovered the best buys are simple wardrobe standards like t-shirts and jumpers although almost every item I've bought from Primark has been prematurely worn out. The prices are so cheap that it may not matter to some people but I prefer to have clothes that last.
Another thing about the store that I don't like is that it's so messy inside. There are so many customers looking for a bargain that they simply rifle through the clothes and throw them around. When I go in I often see piles on the floor and on display counters just ruffled up. It's not a classy place to shop, put it that way!
Positive aspects about Primark include the fact that their fashions change so regularly that you can always find interesting new designs in store. I love their t-shirt collections in both the men and women departments. There is literally dozens of designs and shapes to choose from so it's a lot of fun to find one you really love. You can buy them for as little as £3 too! My best buy from the store was a very decorative and eye catching travel bag which I got a couple of years ago and which is still in perfect condition despite lots of use.
I would recommend Primark to anyone looking for clothes that cost next to nothing and that they don't mind not holding on to forever. I've seen people of all ages in here and it seems particularly popular with the under 20's age group.
I'm not a snobby shopper - unlike a lot of my friends I have no shame to shop in Primark. The prices are more than reasonable, mostly. Recently some of the prices seem to have increased but are still way below prices you'd expect elsewhere. The quality of the clothes is generally okay, but I have had a few issues with buttons falling off or threads etc.
The shop itself is quite often extremely unorganised and messy. Clothes are guaranteed to be sprawled over the wrong clothing racks, and stepping over abandoned clothes on the shopping floor is the Primark norm. It is much like a constant jumble sale.
I find Primark the most useful for basics / essentials, such as plain tights, socks, plain shoes, hair grips etc. Their bags are easily breakable, as I have learned from experience, and can't carry much weight. Their clothes are one of two extremes: 'who thought this would sell?!' or 'why isn't this sold out?!'. There is rarely an inbetween!
Clothes can also wear out from washes, but when you only spent a few pounds on it in the first place it's hard to complain. For the most part, I've had nothing but good experience with Primark products quality-wise.
I absolutely love the Primark homeware range, which imo is the best part of the shop.
Lastly, a little minor complaint would be the impractical paper bags. I know they're eco-friendly but they aren't great when they get soggy and your purchases end up on the pavement! Ha ha :)
I have to say that I am a regular shopper at my local primark store and I have been for around 5 years.It has the best prices for everyday clothes,socks and pajamas and I regularly shop here probably at least once every week for one thing or another...The variety of clothes on offer are really appealing and you know that everytime you shop at Primark there is always new stock practically on a daily basis.I have bought many cardigans and knit style jumpers over the past months and they are ok quality for what you pay for them.....obviously the old saying 'You get what you pay for' applies to Primark items.You can't expect to pay £10 for a jumper and expect it to be the same quality as a £40 jumper from Next come on thats just common sense.People who complain about the quality may not of thought about the you get what you pay for logic.Clothes from Primark will not last you year after year but the will certainly keep you looking current and warm in the winter and cool in the summer....What more could you ask for??? I am a fan of the pajamas that they sell and I find that they have a wide variety of choice and sizes throughout the majority of all of the ranges. The onesies are so comfortable and a bargain at £8-£12 . I would really recommend this shop to anyone on a budget you can still look decent without having to spend a fortune.
I have a love and hate relationship with Primark, I mean you either Love the shop or you Hate the shop. I'm a consistent shopper at Primark and get most of my day to day clothing from the shop, I love the clothing that is sold in Primark but hate the rush and lay out of the shop it almost reminds me of a jumble sale. All clothing from Primark is in style trends at very cheap prices in comparison to other shops which is why the shop is so popular, and which is one of the main reasons why I love to shop at Primark. The cheap clothing that looks good for cheap prices! Although I must say, I'm usually almost happy with every Item of clothing I buy from Primark, The materials aren't the best and tend to bobble sometimes and shrink after a couple of washes, but that's to be expected because the clothes are fairly cheap material. It's my ultimate favourite shop for buying small essentials such as bags and purses hats and scarves etc and the shop has recently just opened it's own brand of perfumes and sell various different types of make up which I think it great for people who don't mind about brand names and are seeking cheap make up. I have to say though the shop get's very busy and almost on every occasion I have gone in theres been piles and piles of clothes strawn out across the floors and put on wrong hangers which can be extremely annoying!
Primark. It's a bit like marmite! You either love it, or you hate it! Me, I love it!
For me, Primark enables me to get the latest on tend items for a fraction of the cost of other clothing retailers. Their £2.50 t-shirts are a staple of my wardrobe and can either be worn to work under a blouse or with a pair of jeans. Whilst some of the items may not cope with more than 4/5 washes, I do have a grey cardigan that I purchased 8 years ago that is still going strong.
I'm not totally blinkered about my love for Primark, there are days where you want to avoid the store - weekends, as it resembles a jumble sale! Also, don't expect a size 12 to be the same on all style of clothes as you may end up going needing to go up or down a couple of sizes.
Primark is a well-know store of all types os cloths and shoes. It''''s very cheap, you''''ll find a great variety and the products sell have a really good quality. Although it''''s possible to face a crowded store, I say it''''s worth, because you will certainly go back home happy.
Primark is one of the most fashionable, affordable retail stores on the high street. I first visited Primark back in 2005, it was a store on Kilburn High Road in North West London.
The store sells fashionable that is affordable. It was great when I was in my teens and had no or little money because I could still get new clothes and feel good at the same time. Even in my university student days, one of my most worshipped places! But now, I only go there for essentials like socks and plain t-shirts. Oh and the onesies! The onesies are possibly the best thing primark sells. I got a fox onesie there and it was like love at first sight when I bought it, it's a bit holey now but I'm wearing it until it's beyond repair because I love it too much! It only cost me £10, which was pretty awesome. I'm planning to get the parrot one they are currently selling at the moment!
Primark sells things for as cheap as £1/£1.50, you get get these kind of prices in the sale too!
But the one pound items are mainly jewellery, underwear, socks, some t-shirts (the basic ones) But items that are sold for this price normally fall apart, rip, tear, wear out after the first few wears, short term is fine, but for the long term you may want to think about. But some items are just as cheap as car boots and charity shops.
The most expensive item in Primark I have seen was either £25 or £30, which were dresses for the party season (so around December time) but it was a limited edition item, like most retail stores they go for a bit more money.
The jeans usually go round for £7-10, they last no more than a year.
The shoes range between £3-20 pounds. I once bought some heels there in the sale for £4 reduced from £10 and they lasted me two years, so some of the items are not too bad. But things like the ballet pumps, the plimsole-style trainers that teenagers and young people seem to wear quite often are around £2-4, which can be a good thing and a bad thing, because the white ones I only tend to wear in the summer, so it's not bad paying that price for an item you are going to wear everyday and only wear in the summer of that year. I normally tend to get my summer clothes from here because in England, half the time we do not know whether it is going to rain or shine. But if you wear the plimsole-style trainers all year round, it's a bit better to pay a little more for them because they fall apart and get the 'trodden down' look after about a month or two.
The swimwear is amazing at Primark, I bought a bikkni there about seven years ago, and it stills look amazing, brand new and I only paid about £7 for it, so that was a good buy there!
Outwear such as coats are good, because they normally tend to stay in the quality when first bought.
Handbags, weekend bags do tend to fall apart, one time I was filming a scene and used a primark weekend bag and it fell apart during filming so I have to use duct tape to fix it together! Luckily it was only the strap and not the entire bag! They are around £6-10 for weekend bags, and handbags are as cheap as £3-4.
They also sell make-up and home ware as well. I haven't tried the make-up there before, so I am unsure how well it performs, but the home ware is quite nice, I once bought the most adorable pug cushions for £4. Amazing price and I love pugs, so that was a bonus. They look amazing on my bed, have a nice little touch to it.
The stores are located all over the country, sometimes you have more than one store in a city, like two or three, unless you're in London they are all over the place, just about. There are a lot of career opportunities for the store, the best thing to do is check online or if you see an advertisement in the store, is to hand a CV and cover letter in.
It is a good place, if you love fashion and on a budget, or need last minute essentials, a student who needs a fancy dress outfit for a night out (I remember the days!) or if you love clothes so much it does not matter where you shop! Primark is so good for everything and everyone, cheap as chips so no breaking the bank! The last thing that will worry about when shopping here!
Primark is a clothing store which has been around for years but really became popular in the UK about 10 years ago. Primark sells clothes for the whole family, women, men and children. You could buy a whole wardrobe from there - underwear, shoes, tights, costume jewellery, babygros. They also have a small homeware section which sells tea towels, curtains, bedding.
When I was 16 (in the 1990's), Primark was my first Saturday job. I remember people buying baskets full of clothes for the whole family for £50. It was a bit of a saddo shop and as a trendy teen, wouldn't wear their clothes. I would spend my Saturdays folding up and rehanging clothes that had fallen on the floor. On our first day, we were told that staff aren't entitled to an employee discount as the clothes are so cheap. That says it all really!!!!!
A few years later, just as Primark was becoming trendy (I like to think that I 'discovered' Primark just before it became trendy) I bought a top from Primark for £6 to wear to work and everybody commented on it and said it was lovely. A few short years later and everybody was shopping in Primark.
Great for high fashion items that may only last a season or two (e.g. onesies - if they were ever in fashion)
There are some 'hidden gems' (I once found a solitary pair of sandals reduced to £3 and they lasted me a few years).
Great for growing babies, as by the time the clothes need replacing, the baby has grown out of them
There is a large selection of accessories like tights, costume jewellery, hair clips etc, which can brighten up an outfit for a couple of pounds
They normally have plenty of the same item on display so you often find your size
The quality has improved in recent years
Primark keeps my pre-teen niece and her friends occupied for a few hours and they feel like they have bought loads, but the reality is it only cost a couple of pounds!!!
Although the quality has improved somewhat, so has the price. Its not as cheap as it used to be and prices are on par with H & M.
If you have a Primark in your town, you will probably come across somebody wearing the same outfit as you.
The queues - sometimes it isn't worth queuing for a £1 pack of hair clips.
As prices are so cheap, it encourages you to spend money unnecessarily ('that's a pound, I'll buy 3')
The stores can be messy - If I go to Primark, I go early in the morning, when the store is tidy. Otherwise, it turns into a jumble sale with clothes all over the floor.
The amount of polyester - I keep getting electric shocks from all of the polyester. I'm scared to touch anything.
Primark is well known for accomodating to those with shallower bank accounts than others. When I was a teenager I used to make Primark my first port of call when out shopping because of the amount I could get for such a small price! These days my opinion mostly remains the same, though a few more changes could be made.
Tops of all varieties, jeans and underwear would overrun my wardrobe at home due to my Primark purchases. I would leave the shop with handfuls upon handfuls of the same item but just in a different colour because I couldn't believe the value. Being younger and having no income at the time this was a perfect for me. I also had the patience at that age to rifle through the stacks upon stacks of clothes.
This is probably Primark's biggest problem. The organisation is so faulted I feel more stressed shopping there than anywhere else. An employee could have folded fifty jumpers and left them in their place. Less than 10 minutes later most will be on the floor, some in different places round the store and probably only a few placed in shopping baskets. I think the staff should be awarded for their patience. Though they're not always the most helpful I've come across they certainly have a lot they have to do and I do sympathise greatly.
The next problem with Primark is the quality. Now for £3 I don't expect my strappy top to be a miracle, but I do expect a certain amount of quality, especially seeing as other high street shops now offer similar basic products for the same price and are far more often stitched correctly.
The sizing can also be an issue if, like myself, you are in between sizes. For example, underwear is sized either 6-8 or 10-12 when an 8-10 might be more appropriate. They don't supply as many items for petites as plus size either, meaning there is often an abundence of size 18s and very few 8s.
I've noticed the pricing at Primark has increased greatly over the past few years, which is unsurprising due to the financial state of the UK now, however I find they often match prices of certain items to that of "better" stores (see previous paragraph).
Though this review doesn't paint Primark in the brightest of colours I would still recommend it as a good store for basic needs. You can still get some excellent products and rare designs and you can guarantee that at least you won't be paying £30 for a pair of jeans. Primark certainly does deliver.
As an extra suggestion - if you can't find what you're looking for, I have occasionally been known to purchase an item in the largest size just so I can make a different garment from it! There are worse places you can spend your money.
Well what can I say about primark? It's affordable, good quality clothing.
Every time I go into town I will go into primark. You can find all of your clothing needs there. The departments I shop in most are the woman's section, little boys and the home section. They also offer a men's section, baby section, girls section, and accessories.
They are always up to date with the fashion and trends. The prices have increased a bit in the past year or so but then so have most shops!
Two things that really annoy me about primark though, is that so many clothes are on the wrong sized hanger! It gets ridiculous sometimes. Also there seems to be millions of tiny sizes but hardly any bigger sizes. I'll be damned if I need to find a size 14! It's always 6's and 8's taking up the spaces.
I have found the staff to be friendly and helpful once approached but on looking at them from affar, they sure do look miserable and sometimes rushed off their feet.
The primark in my area is always full of people which can only be a good sign!
I have found the clothes to wash well and to last a good while. The fitting rooms are large and well supervised, there usually quite a que for them though, even though there's plenty of them!
Primark are very good with returns and exchanges, I've never had a problem and my query always gets solved.
There are plenty of till points and even though there are often massive ques, they go quite quickly.
I always recommend primark to others. I work in a clothes shop and if people are looking for something we don't have then I usually point them In the direction if primark if I think they'll have it.
The underwear and shoes are excellent value and quality of money. There have been plenty of times where I've found clothes in primark which are exactly the same in other shops but double, sometimes triple the price.
The store Is always clean and presentable, and always warm which is nice.
I can usually find whatever I need in primark and I'll always look there first.
I do think primark would benefit from online shopping, or even a website where you could view what they have in store but not actually buy online.
Primark are a Dublin based company, and the first store was opened in June 1969 on Mary Street, Dublin. The company now operates in Southern Ireland under the name Penney's. We have had Primark in Northern Ireland for as long as I can remember. I remember they used to advertise heavily on TV around Christmas as well. Nowadays, they don't need advertising, as the name speaks for itself. We do pronounce the company name differently in NI, I've always known the pronunciation to be Preemark.
When I was younger, Primark was a shop that you didn't want to be seen in, or stock clothes that you wanted to be seen in! Now that I'm an adult earning my own money, I love Primark. The clothes are cheap and generally last well. I don't like spending a lot of money on my work wardrobe, so Primark is ideal. I also find they stock a wide range of tops for every occasion, jeans are a good fit and I even buy my gym clothes from Primark now. I am a big fan of Primark, particularly as due to ill health, I wasn't working for a period of time last year. Primark meant that I could still occasionally treat myself to something new or some new makeup and it not cost a lot of money.
Primark stocks most of the essentials for you and your home. What you can find in store includes:
Womenswear/shoes/accessories including the own brands
Atmosphere (fashion & formal wear)
Denim Co. (denim products)
Secret Possessions (lingerie & nightwear)
Primark Essentials (underwear)
Opia (Jewellery and hair accessories)
Cedarwood State (fashion)
CS Active (sportswear)
Denim Co. (denim products)
Primark Essentials (underwear)
Authentic Apparel (leisure wear)
Early Days which is the babywear range (newborn - 23 months)
Young dimension (YD) which is girls clothing (2-7 years - 8-13 years)
Girl 2 Girl which is young girls clothing (2-7 years)
Rebel the boys clothing range (2-7 years - 8-13 years)
Denim Co. (denim products)
Primark Essentials (underwear)
Homewares which includes bedding, cushions, curtains, towels, kitchen and home accessories
Health and Beauty including cosmetics and beauty essentials
There is a wide variety of womenswear available, particularly in the larger stores.
The casual ranges include t-shirts (including some Disney and band t-shirts), vest tops, hoodies and sweatshirts. Casual trousers include jeans, leggings and jogging trousers. Dressy tops and dresses can also be found here, as well as workwear. Some stores have also recently introduced a range of gym wear. The store also has a wide selection of nightwear, including pyjamas, separates, shortie pyjamas, nightshirts and onesies. Their underwear includes various types and styles, sets and mix + match and also a very good selection of hosiery and socks.
The women's shoes selection is also amazing, from slippers and comfy flats to killer heels. A wide range of accessories are also available including scarfs, bags, belts and ear muffs, as well as a wide selection of hair clips and bobbles.
The health and beauty ranges include makeup, nail polishes and wraps, false nails and false eyelashes for around £1 each. The range of lipbalms available range from favourites such as Carmex to Coke/Fanta/sweet flavoured lip balms. The makeup all seems to be decent enough quality as well, and alwaysideal to try something new (new colour lip gloss or eyeshadow) without spending a lot of money. Other health and beauty essentials such as nail files, tweezers and cotton wool pads are also cheap. Primark have also recently expanded their health and beauty range to include some branded goods. Brands such as Nivea and Carmex sit alongside their own brand beauty products.
My only real criticism of Primark is other shoppers. The store seems to attract a certain type of shopper, an almost feral group of shoppers who ransack the place, drop clothes on the floor, grab things out of your hand, open everything and leave it leaking on the shelf.... I once witnessed a full on fight in a store once. I have no idea what was happening, but the blur of hair and nails that was quickly broken up by security told me all I needed to know. On a lighter note though, I did once see two young boys get thrown out once, as they were in the ladies department playing with the bras!
I have heard criticisms of the staff in Primark although I have never experienced this myself. Sometimes the staff aren't that cheerful but I don't mind that and if I had to serve the steady stream of customers that flood through Primark's checkouts, I'm not sure I'd be very cheerful either! The floor staff also have a thankless task, as soon as they have something folded, 2 more items are unfolded. I think the staff has the right to occasionally be grumpy.
Primark have come under fire recently for their ethical credentials. The collapse of the Rana Plaza building, which housed a factory that produced garments for Primark was a massive blow to the company. The company have the following on their website in relation to the disaster http://www.primark-bangladesh.com/. The ethical dilemma is a tough one, but other more expensive brands use the same methods of manufacturing and pass the profits onto shareholders.
Some people are very snobby when it comes to Primark which I don't completely understand. Yes, it can be crowded and on occasions the clothes aren't hard wearing, but if a top cost £2 - £3, it's hard to find a reason to complain. I once bought a pair of shoes that fell apart a few months after I bought them, but considering I paid 50p, I'm not complaining! Primark has somewhat spoilt me though price wise, as I go into other shops, realise the items are a lot more expensive and then go back to Primark. Primark does a fantastic range of my 2 'must haves' for the winter months - fleecy pyjamas and fluffy socks. It's one of my favourite feelings, to come home and curl up in new fleecy pjs and socks. At around £8 for pyjamas and £2 for socks, it means I can afford to indulge myself occasionally.
I do think though that sometimes you do need to be in the mood for Primark. Sometimes the crowds, the clutter and the queues are too much for me so I go elsewhere. Normally though the positives more than outweigh any negatives. I do try to avoid the shop on a Saturday afternoon though if I'm honest. It's a definite place to visit for cheap and cheerful clothes and homewares.
Primark began in Dublin Ireland in 1969 and soon moved in the UK and began opening stores up and down the country. It slowly increased its shops over the decades however it wasn't until the 2000s that saw its popularity increase massively with many celebrities being seen buying from there. The cultural shift to "budget" type clothes brought new fans and increased advertising from featuring in magazines, tv shows and newspapers. Today Primark has 160 stores in the UK, 38 in Ireland and other stores within Europe.
My first "Primark" shop
I live in Warwickshire and back in 2006 when I became aware of Primark the closest store was Birmingham, not a million miles away but I never got chance to go there and try it. Later on that year my cousin who lived in Manchester invited me round and said about going into Primark in the city centre, I was so excited! afew weeks later I was in there and Ive never looked back
Store itself
So fast forward to 2013 and Coventry (about 10 miles away from me) got its store back in 2007 or 2008 which made it much easier to go to and this is what I deem to be my local store I have however been into the following store -
Manchester City Centre (several occasions)
Birmingham City Centre (several occasions)
Coventry City Centre (my closest store)
London Hammersmith (once)
London Oxford Street (once)
For all the stores Ive been to they all appear to be laid out pretty much the same. The womens clothing is at ground floor level so its the thing you see when you walk in, this is normally the busiest bit. Womens accessories, underwear, nightwear tends to be on the same floor as the mens clothes, in my Coventry store this is the first floor. Homeware, children's clothing and shoes are usually all together and make up the second floor of the Coventry store, in Birmingham this is on the floor before ground floor (-1 level?) but each store will be different depending on size and shape of the store.
Buying in Primark
You have to be quite...thick skinned shall we say to shop in Primark. If you have seen the film "Confessions of a Shopaholic" I think in some ways it can be like scenes in that film. Whenever I go shopping in ALWAYS go here first and aim to get in and out no later than 11:30am, after that it can look abit like a jumble sale and it does get VERY busy so its more for your own shopping experience and time that I recommend going in early, I understand this is not always possible. Its not a bad environment to shop in but you have to be prepared to grab what you want and don't spend to much time thinking about it because if you do the person next to you might just grab it, Ive never had any issues with people taking from my basket or anything like that but it has happened (Oxford street sales a few years back). You do get great big blue baskets which you can collect on the way in to fill up, I very rarely go in and not fill it up so its handy to have. Queuing, ah the bane of most shoppers life, Ive been in some pretty long and daunting queues in my time, 70% have been in a Primark. Christmas tends to be the worst, one year I went into Birmingham and after hearing reports of AN HOUR long queue I abandoned the basket of stuff and left, but that's the only time I've left without buying every other time Ive queued up, sometimes it can take 5 minutes sometimes its more like 35 minutes but again depends which store and what time you are there. My visits to Primark in general very rarely last under an hour so be prepared to be in there a long time.
Items sold
I brought an item from every section in Primark, either for personal use or as a gift. It sells a really big range of clothing, shoes and accessories for men, women and children. I find that the women's range does tend to be bigger but I've never not found something for a relative in the men's and children's section because both are still very good. The home ware section is good for bedding, blankets, bathroom accessories and candles, I've brought items for my own home from here as well as gifts, they also do Christmas décor in November/December and summer items in the summer months. For me personally I like to buy the basics like vest-tops, trousers, T-Shirts because its very good for stocking an item in about 20 different colours, a lot of my work attire is brought from here for that reason!
For women's clothing the one thing I find frustrating is that some of their clothes go in the following sizes 8-10 12-14 16-18 which for me is frustrating because I would say I'm a more of a 10-12 so a 12-14 is to big but 8-10 to small, this isn't the case so much now they do tend to do just 8,10,12,14,18 and I believe some 20 so it suits me better. The children's clothing sizes run on a similar pattern but whenever I've brought any clothing for gifts its always fit ok. Men's clothes is S, M, L, XL, XXL, again any gifts I've brought have fit ok. They also do a good range of shoe sizes but me being a size 7 I do struggle to find my size at times but the amount of shoes on offer its worth looking about.
When I first went into Primark it was dirt cheap, tops for £2, coats for £8, trousers for £3 etc etc. You can still find these kinds of prices but I've found a lot more of it tend to be priced around the same as stuff from H&M or Matalan, the deals are still possible, but not as much as they used to be. The children's clothes are very good value for money as is the home ware items.
I would say overall the quality of the products is good. I still have tops I brought 5/6 years ago that I use for work but some of the items call feel quite thin and cheap. I think its down to the item and how you think it looks, feels at the time. The one thing I really dislike about Primark is the brown bags they put your stuff in, these can break after about 20 minutes use if they are full with heavy items so its always worth taking your own stronger bags or buying one of their cotton ones usually found by the tills, these only cost £1 or £2 but are worth the money!
Overall I do like Primark. Its nothing special or fancy but it does offer a good range of affordable clothing and home ware. I go into my Coventry store maybe once per month and it is hot and miss, some times I will go in and pick up a few things, other times I can get loads I guess it just depends on what they have out at that time. I have brought many gifts from here over the years, the women's accessories is great for little bits like costume jewellery, make up and hand bags. Be prepared for a lengthy time in there, if you go in at a peak time expect queues not only for the tills but to go up/down escalators but if you get into the spirit and don't take it to seriously you will enjoy the visit and come out laden with goods.
Overall I give 4/5 I deducted a point for the flimsy bags because these can be a bit of a nightmare should they break on you (as it has done with me)
There isn't a Primark where I live (which may be hard for some to believe), so it's a bit of a tradition that as soon as Manx men or women hit the mainland, Primark is the first place we go. However for me, it tends to be on the way back as I don't do day trips, I do a mini break or have a week away, and I'll visit Primark in Birkenhead on the way back to Liverpool, before heading home on the boat. Personally I shop in the Birkenhead store as its one floor. I tried the one in central Liverpool, but found it too much, given that it has five floors and I got lost a bit. I also found the stairs very annoying. Nothing wrong with the items or service in the Liverpool store mind you, just I found the layout a bit to much. However that is personal preference and not a dig on the company itself.
Primark is an idea clothing shop, stocking everything from underwear and jogging bottoms to bedding and mugs. It has a good range to chose from. I've also found that they don 't always keep the same ranges in. So if you go into Primark one day and then go in six months later, they have changed ranges. Which is good as it gives you a chance to try out new things. You can find some very nice bedding items in there too I have found.
First time I went to Primark, I bought £30's worth of underwear home (and that was before any Bra's I had bought), reason being? Because it's so cheap and it doesn't matter. Everyone is always buying underwear to replace old underwear. Local prices are much more, with £5 getting you a pack of 2 or 3 briefs. In Primark you get like five for £2. So price is the key. I also liked the designs and found that there was a bit of varity to the designs, so it wasn't boring. Whenever I go there now, it tends to be a bit of nightwear and underwear that I buy. Sometimes I'll even buy a few pairs of slippers to give to relatives at Christmas.
I have found the service at Primark to be pretty decent. The staff seem friendly enough and are happy to help when they can. I'm always asked if I want a bag and if there is anything else that they can help me with. So it's nice to know they are taking customers in to account and thinking about their customer service. All in all a good place, but does lack some choice in some items, so be aware when browsing.
Every payday I will nip into Primark and see what they have on offer I will normally buy one thing and then leave. Here are my thoughts.
There is no online store, this is really disappointing as I love online shopping. I have heard there are a few things on ass but on checking this out I have seen it is literally a handful of items.
The stores have got much better over the last couple of years, they are definitely better now than they were 5 or 6 years ago (when the only store in the Northwest was Manchester), but they are still a little messy. I hasten to add though this is probably due more to the attitude of the customers than the staff.
There is so many different things sold here that the shops are always very big and split into rough sections. It can be very hard to figure out which section is which, so you an find yourself getting quite lost in the mayhem of a very buy shop floor.
There are also very long queues for both the changing room and the tills, but the staff are always friendly and smartly dressed.
The clothes here are a real mixed back. I have items that have lasted me a very long time, have washed very well and are very comfortable. These items are amazing value but I have others that within two or three washes are virtually useless. I would recommend the skirts, but no the jeans.
The products are not as cheap as they used to be either, and so the inferior quality is not fair.
Shoes and Accesories
I have had some luck with their shoes but again this is a real mix bag. Their heels are very good and normally retiail for under £15 but the flat shoes are not pleasant at all. They break very easy and get into holes far too quickly.
The false nails are my favourites they are only £1 for a set and they have a huge amount of colours and styles available. I regularly purchase these.
This is something that often comes into question and I really don't wish to comment too much on this. What I will say though is, if you are buying clothes at such low prices, you cannot really expect the seamstresses to be paid the best wage. This is part of the reason I don't buy more from here.
This store is ok, if you are not too bothered about the quality of the products or maybe you just want to wear them once, after all this is fast fashion. The sizes can be a little off here so it is worth waiting in the long queues to the fitting room.
Primarni ..... it's a marmite of a store, polarising opinion on whether it's cheap tat exploiting the third world or a bargain basement of treasure. I went to the Manchester store yesterday,though I've shopped at many stores over the years, so thought I'd report back on my latest Primark experience as well as making some general comments about how I've found the stores and products on other occasions.
So, to start with, yesterday's trip ... Manchester Primark, on a hot Sunday, at seven and a half months pregnant..... was I crazy? No, I was on a mission. Take a look at any Mums website and you'll probably find lots of women recommending a trip to Primarni to stock up on hospital essentials such as PJ's and knickers (I won't go in to the details here of why you may need some cheap multiples of any of these items..) but that was my reason for visiting.
The Manchester store has changed since I was last there. The interior design seemed a bit more cosmopolitan than I recalled and definitely flashier than the Chester, Liverpool and Birkenhead branches I have visited more recently. The lighting seemed brighter and there were flat screen tv's running ads. It's a big store and has the full range of departments that Primark have including mens, kids, womens and household. The amount of stock is overwhelming - the number of items in the shoe section alone is mind boggling, as are the prices. I made my first pregnancy related purchase there - a pair of sandals in a huge size to accommodate my swollen feet. The design is a Birkenstock rip off, right down to the pattern on the sole. At £4, they were just what I need as I may only wear them for the next couple of months as, post baby, my feet will hopefully return to a more normal size. And this, of course, is where Primark fits the bill perfectly for those items that you do not intend or need to use for an eternity.
Next stop was 'lounge wear'. I managed to find a dark coloured button up the front nightshirt (£4.50) and some cotton pj's (£7) that will be great for hospital. I'm normally a 12 but I picked up sizes 14-16 in each as, even allowing for bump, they didn't look big. I took them to try on and was surprised to find no queue for the changing room. However, the very polite young men who were in charge apologetically explained that I couldn't try the pj's on, only the nightshirt, as the pj's were wrapped together in a pack. Not great .. none the less I took a chance and got them as the 14-16 night shirt did fit. I then moved on to knickers, picking up two packs in large sizes, a four pack for £2.50 and another four pack for £3. Obviously I didn't expect to try these on but when I got home I found they just about fitted so definitely size up! On to the tills. there was a queue but not a huge one. A staff member was marshalling too and pointed out another bank of tills where the queue was smaller. I followed her advice and was served immediately by another polite young man.
So, all in all, not too traumatic and I'm happy with my purchases. But what of the general quality and so called disposable nature of the clothes? Well, as I type I'm wearing a Primark T shirt and velour jogging pants. I've had the T 6 years and the pants 3. If I think through my wardrobe there are many other much worn and long lasting Primarni items in there. Lots of T's that are great as they are long and don't ride up, a pair of ballerina pumps that are now in year 5, a satchel used every day for a year, two pairs of cotton trousers that are a scary 10 years old, cardigans that have washed better than Boden...... But I am no spring chicken/dedicated follower of fashion - I go for more casual classic items and these seem to fit ok and wash/wear ok . The more tailored items such as jackets or summer dresses do, I admit, look flimsy.
For me, Primark has it's place. I go there two or three times a year and buy multiple items. These are always well planned expeditions not casual browsing sessions. I would conclude that the clothes are mixed in quality, however, as they are cheap in price, it is worth taking a risk. It's difficult to write a review of Primark without mentioning the ethical side so I will make just two comments. First, other companies may charge more to the consumer but use the same factories and pay the same wages to the worker as Primark. Second, I do try to buy items that I will wear mutliple times.... hopefully my hospital items will come home with me and see some more wears. I hope so as my PJ's are very pretty!


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i don't care about sports at all, but there's somethin about the olympics.
the fact that these people are the very, very best at what they're doing.
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There was actually a discussion in another thread about the abandoned comics (don't remember where, though). Maybe you should ask one of the mods.
So, you're an artist or a writer? Or both?
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MQuinny1234 wrote:Hmm, I could make it that she uses her drain/decay power to keep herself young, but that would still men she had the body of a nine year-old, is that okay? Although I could just make it that she can change her age...I'll work on making it a legitimate power but how would you feel about a character that could absorb life in a way that she can also make whatever she touches decay, and can use some of her stored energy to change her age?
Being old but looking young is perfectly fine. The power's OK for now, but I won't say anything for sure until you completely write it out. I'd come up with a back-up ability, just in case.


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Wednesday, April 24, 2013
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. - Westminster College junior broadcast communications major Joe Ligo was up all night April 3 as part of "Take Back the Night."
Ligo, who serves as Titan Radio operations manager and on-air personality, began his broadcast on the campus station and online at 8 p.m. April 3 and signed off at 8 a.m. April 4. Westminster Cable Network was on hand with cameras rolling to post updates and pictures on Titan Radio's Facebook page as Ligo played music and conducted live interviews.
"It was a great demonstration of old media and new media for a good cause and service-learning," said Brad Weaver, Westminster lecturer of broadcast and digital communications. "In addition to posting pictures on Facebook, Joe called for listeners to tune in to Westminster Cable, take pictures of the TV screen, and post it to their Facebook pages to support the event."
"I wanted to do an all-night DJ shift for a cause," Ligo said. "When this came up, I was excited for the opportunity and volunteered. I think it's a good way to reach beyond campus and involve the wider community."
"Our goal as a station is to be local," said Dr. David Barner, professor and chair of Westminster's Department of Communication Studies, Theatre, and Art and Titan Radio adviser. "Listeners can get music anywhere, but local tie-in is what makes radio part of the community. I was proud of Joe and that he cared enough for our community to sacrifice a night of sleep."
"Our goal was to spread awareness and I think we did that," Ligo said. "The hardest part was staying up and concentrating around 4-5 a.m., but I picked some fast, upbeat songs, had plenty of snacks, and was motivated by knowing I was doing it for a good cause."
Ligo is a son of Jesse and Amy Ligo of Mercer and a graduate of Mercer Area High School. He has been recognized by College Broadcasters, Inc., for Best TV News Reporting, Best Promo, and Best Special Broadcast. His 15-second promotional spot for Westminster can be seen during Root Sports broadcasts of Pittsburgh Penguins games.
Westminster's "Take Back the Night" event was co-sponsored by Theta Chi fraternity, Kappa Delta sorority, Titan Radio, and the Crisis Shelter of Lawrence County. In addition to the live radio broadcast, the day's activities included a self defense class, a speaker from the Crisis Shelter, and a candlelight vigil on the Quad.
The roots of "Take Back the Night" date back to 1976, when women attending the International Tribunal on Crimes Against Women protested the fear and violence they experienced in the night streets.
Contact Weaver at (724) 946-7328 or email for additional information. Visit www.josephmligo.weebly.com/index.html for additional information about Ligo.
About Westminster College...
Founded in 1852 and related to the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), Westminster College ranks first in the nation as "Best College for Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math," according to Forbes.com. Westminster is a top-tier liberal arts college and a national leader in graduation rate performance, according to U.S. News Best Colleges guide. Westminster is also honored as one of "The Best 377 Colleges" by The Princeton Review, and is named to the President's Honor Roll for excellence in service learning.
Nearly 1,600 undergraduate and graduate students benefit from individualized attention from dedicated faculty while choosing from 41 majors and nearly 100 organizations on the New Wilmington, Pa., campus. Visit www.westminster.edu/advantage to view "Advantage: Westminster" A Strategic Plan 2010-2020.


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There are many ways to describe Sunday's game, but the thought that comes to mind was how this latest home match filled something that was missing.
Much like a favourite ride at the fair or a favourite action movie that hasn't been experienced for a while, the 2-2 draw with Colorado Rapids rekindled familiar emotions.
Those emotions were many, but considering previous experiences at BC Place have garnered great memories during Whitecaps FC's second season in MLS, it was welcoming to have this weekend's experience.
There was frustration and tension in large parts, as the Blue and White fought their way through - and arguably out of - this tough current stretch of form. Credit must also go to the visitors from Colorado, who played their strongest line-up in a bid to claim a result that would have kept their faint playoff hopes alive.
There was also a bit of relief and delight that the 'Caps created chances and scored goals after a long stretch that did not produce much during the club's recent road spell.
The way Vancouver's two goals were created was particularly encouraging for the play and build-up that fashioned them. Gershon Koffie used his knowledge of the BC Place turf to elude Rapids goalscorer Omar Cummings before setting up Alain Rochat's neat flick home.
Then there was the fine passing move that created Kenny Miller's first career goal at BC Place. Koffie found Barry Robson, who then opened up the Colorado backline with a superb through ball to his fellow Scotsman.
While we've all been longing for results, it can be said that we were also longing for such goals to be created and such style of play to be produced. In that way, we all felt a sense of satisfaction on Sunday.
Those emotions are something to keep in mind (…and that I would recommend as being the catalyst...) for purchasing or renewing your season tickets for 2013. Now available at 12% off until Wednesday, October 3, why not make that decision now, while this limited time offer is available.
As for Sunday's events, it's interesting that we witnessed similar scoring production when we last played host to this Saturday's opponents – our friends from down Interstate 5 called Seattle Sounders FC.
The draw with Colorado was something to build on, even though more could have been taken from the game. Yet, what Sunday's performance does offer 'Caps fans is the confidence to size up this weekend's Cascadia Cup derby clash with real anticipation.
It's important to remember that this time last season, Whitecaps FC were formally eliminated from playoff contention after a home defeat to Seattle (our last match at Empire Field).
Now a first-ever MLS win over Sounders FC on Saturday could be a major leap forward to the 'Caps making the postseason. That's where our supporters have their role to play.
We made life difficult for Seattle at BC Place on May 19. Time to do it again this weekend!
Until Saturday night!
The tough moments of 2012 have sometimes left me emotionally drained. Saturday night was one of those moments…
You have to give Julian de Guzman credit for how he took his winning goal in Dallas…it just would have been nicer to view such skill on Tuesday night in Panama City…
Many will have their take on what occurred at FC Dallas Stadium, but everyone knows that the race to reach the MLS Cup Playoffs lies in what Whitecaps FC and FC Dallas do in their remaining regular season matches.
For the 'Caps, that is finally coming home and playing four straight matches in the friendly confines of BC Place before wrapping up their regular season schedule at Real Salt Lake on Saturday, October 27.
For all the emphasis there was on Saturday's game in Dallas, it can be argued that the pivotal moments of the season are still to take place in downtown Vancouver.
Next Sunday's home match versus Colorado Rapids is a key clash. The game serves as Vancouver's match-in-hand on Dallas, who will be idle next weekend.
A third-straight victory over Colorado this season will again take the 'Caps four points clear of Dallas for the last playoff spot in the MLS Western Conference. Maybe more importantly, it will make it a two-result deficit again for the Texas club, who only have four games left in their regular season schedule.
The Colorado clash is followed by a Pacific Northwest derby clash with Interstate 5 rivals Seattle Sounders FC, which will surely bring the best out of Whitecaps FC supporters, who have played their part in the turnaround of the Blue and White in 2012.
Should results be taken against Colorado and Seattle, Whitecaps FC will see an opportunity in their home clash with Chivas USA on Wednesday, October 3. A result against The Goats might very well put Dallas in a 'do-or-die' situation, should they not earn a result at high-flying San Jose Earthquakes on the previous weekend.
The end-of-season home stand concludes after next month's international break when Cascadia Cup rivals Portland Timbers visit BC Place on Sunday, October 21. Needless to say, the next four games should offer drama and excitement, and there has been plenty of that at BC Place this season.
This is where you – Whitecaps FC fans – can still play a huge role in the way this season concludes for Martin Rennie's side. The 'Caps players have always appreciated and looked forward to playing at BC Place this season, and I know they are looking forward to this extended home stretch.
The last five games have been tough watching, but it is important for all 'Caps faithful to focus now on the task in hand. Remember, a couple of Vancouver results and the situation will look very different.
Unlike the long road spell that just concluded, our 'Caps will have your support at home that can lead them to victory, so there is a role here that we can all play on September 23 and 29, as well as October 3 and 21.
Major League Soccer is a long season. It's full of ups and downs. Now is our chance to help Whitecaps FC bounce back from a difficult spell and help them achieve a berth in the postseason.
Put in your preparation this week and we'll see you at BC Place next Sunday afternoon!
If, by now, you are getting tired of hearing about my kids, I get it. But, no matter how many times in a single day I'm tempted to scream, I still think they're the best and their bums the cutest. Plus, they consume about 97% of my time, so what else would I write about? So, bear with me. I'll get to soccer in a second…
I had a girl first, so I didn't know any different. I just figured her playful, energetic, on-the-go personality was normal. Not that she's abnormal, but I know little girls who will sit still and read books for hours. Ha! Not mine. She's not a boy, but she sure can keep up with the best of them. She wears me out, but that aspect of who she is is one of the things that I love the most about her.
I thought that maybe because I had a girl with a boy's disposition when it comes to sitting still, maybe my boy will be calm. Quiet. Gentle. Most of all, maybe he won't be non-stop. Maybe he'll give me a break every once in awhile. No such luck. While our Theo is most definitely sensitive, he gives Evelyn a run for her money. The kid is a little daredevil.
Essentially, I've got two monkeys on my hands.
This makes game day interesting.
It's really all about timing. Those 8 p.m. games? Forget it. Half of the moms won't even try. We want to be supportive WAGS, but in all honesty, will our attendance, accompanied by tired, cranky kids wearing our patience thin, affect the result? Hardly. If anything, the game will go smoother since our kids won't be around to annoy the nearby fans. We are, after all, indebted to the fans. Our husbands wouldn't have jobs and we wouldn't be able to feed those screaming kids if the fans didn't care enough, so the least we can do is let them watch in peace. Besides, those few precious hours after bedtime are hard to compete with. Fans watch in peace, mommy watches from the couch, everyone wins. And we always hope for a home win.
But say we do luck out and get a 4 p.m. game. Everyone is fresh and just up from naps. The game occupies the whole afternoon, so it's straight home and straight to bed, which, if you're a mom and you're honest, it's your favorite part of the day. The afternoon is looking great, until every mom shows up with every kid in tow at the same time, and we realize we've now got a circus on our hands. Popcorn is flying, someone is crying, Theo fell down the stairs again, we're screaming to say hello, God forbid the crowd goes wild - it'll send at least two babies into hysterics, and our awesome suite host gets stuck with babysitting duties. It can get a little out of control sometimes, but that's life with kids, eh?
Game day can be crazy and exhausting, but one thing it never is – boring. At the end of the day, we love game day, screaming kids and all. And we love it even more when it ends with a big win.
OMG! I can't believe that just happened.....
Yeah, that's probably the first thought that crossed my mind. I do not like talking or dwelling on my mistakes, but my younger brother convinced me to go ahead and write. After giving up a bad goal, so many thoughts come into your head....
"What just happened?", "Why me?", "I can't believe this", and even the old "please get me out of here" all crosses your mind.
However, there is still a game going on and the last thing you want to do is let your thoughts cost your team another goal. The initial thing is to stay focused until the game is over. Only then, is it a time to reflect....
I can only imagine how difficult it is for goalkeepers to go through this a first time in their young careers. For someone like me, it is a tad easier, but in all honesty, nothing in life can prepare you for the isolated feeling in front of thousands of fans.
It even gets worse when family, close friends, and thousands of supporters have spent tons of time and money to come and watch a game. All these things come into play after making a mistake, but then you really have two choices.
Do you let this mistake get the best of you? Or do you make this another learning experience to grow and become a better person?
After making a big mistake, it is human to want to runaway and hide in a hole, pretend you don't care, or just start making excuses.
You can choose to do this, but a better way out, in my opinion, is to simply raise your hand and say "it was a mistake, and I will learn from this". There is a tendency to want to do more than you have been merely to "make up" for your mistake. STOP!
You don't have to do MORE. You just have to be YOU! Hopefully this means going back to being the hard working player you have been and concentrate on the only thing you can: this moment, the next play, your day to day habits as well as your attitude.
Do I have the mental capacity to come back and be better? Or will I sit and dwell about the past??
I think we all know which one is the correct answer.
For the young players out there, it's important to know that no matter who you are, you are going to make mistakes. However, it is your response to these mistakes that show the world who you are.
The most successful people in the world say that the biggest problems present the biggest opportunities. Well that's exactly what I'm doing. Bad goals are part of the position. Accept this and move on.
If you have a story you'd like to share or just want some encouraging words, please email me at email@example.com
The advice I give to all younger goalkeepers is to go out and make mistakes. They are the best learning teachers and as Billy Joel says, they are truly the only things you can call your own. haha.
may the posts be with you....
Today is a historic day, perhaps even more than we can appreciate right now.
This major announcement of the National Soccer Development Centre (NSDC) at the University of British Columbia (UBC) is what Vancouver Whitecaps FC have been waiting to have built for years, and what a difference it's going to make to our club!
In this partnership between Whitecaps FC, the Government of British Columbia, and UBC, we have something here that will benefit all levels of the game, from youth to professional.
We now have a place to call home, a place that will house our men's and women's teams, as well as our Residency, Girls Elite, and other youth development programs.
It starts at the top
Our ownership team have lofty goals for this club and for the sport of soccer, and there has been a need for first-class facilities for some time.
Now, with a proper training centre, Whitecaps FC look to move to the next level as we try to establish ourselves as one of the very best soccer clubs in North America.
Having grass and turf fields and a state-of the-art fieldhouse is going to open many doors on numerous fronts for the game of soccer here.
Our owners have already invested greatly in our Residency and youth programs, so it will be great for our Whitecaps FC youth players – and other BC Soccer players – to be at the same fields as our first team players and to be able to watch them more closely as they try to realize their own dreams of becoming pro players.
Attracting the best
With top facilities we will finally have a firm attraction for top talent to train in Vancouver.
The NSDC will provide a place on the West Coast for Canada's men's, women's, and youth national teams.
We will also be able to attract the top teams from around the world, instead of having to travel to see them. We have seen the likes of Manchester United, Roma, and Benfica come to Vancouver in the past and now we can look forward to again seeing the very best teams here in our home city.
These are exciting times for the club. We're in the midst of a heart-pounding playoff race and we're pumped to have four home matches on the trot and an electric atmosphere created by our fans.
And now we can look forward to moving into a new training home as we enter into another chapter of this club's proud history.
The game is growing, and the 'Caps are more than happy to help plant the seeds.
September has arrived. Time for many to bid farewell to summer and head back to work (or school) after holidays in the sunshine and warm weather.
The month also dawns the start of Major League Soccer's 2012 regular season run-in and the aim of securing spots in the postseason. With only a handful of rounds remaining, a closer look at the Western Conference playoff picture reveals some interesting facts.
The last few games have been tough viewing for Whitecaps FC supporters, and while Vancouver's recent form needs turning around, Martin Rennie's squad know their six remaining fixtures offer opportunities to take them towards a berth in the MLS Cup Playoffs. This is especially true in the timing of their next couple of games.
Many are focused on Whitecaps FC's next match at FC Dallas, who only trail fifth-place Vancouver by four points for the last postseason berth in the MLS Western Conference. After a 1-1 home draw with Seattle Sounders FC on Sunday, The Hoops know they cannot move past Vancouver, should they earn a result against their Canadian foes.
In many ways, the Saturday, September 15, match is one that Whitecaps FC can relish for the opportunity it provides. Should the Blue and White earn a result in Texas, they would return home for four straight games on Bell Pitch at BC Place - the first of which is a major chance to add further distance between themselves and Dallas. Their clash with Colorado Rapids on Sunday, September 23, is Vancouver's game in hand on The Hoops, as the Texas club will not be in action that weekend.
While that scenario is in Whitecaps FC's hands, Chivas USA have three games in hand on Vancouver. If one considered those three matches as victories, it would take the Southern California outfit level with the 'Caps on 37 points.
Problem is The Goats have not shown signs of making a late surge up the Western Conference standings. Sunday's 4-0 defeat at San Jose Earthquakes took Chivas USA's winless run in the league to five matches, with Robin Fraser's side facing a season-defining month.
The Goats play five more times in September, including difficult trips to in-form sides Seattle and Columbus Crew, plus Eastern Conference playoff chasers D.C. United. They also have challenging home games versus San Jose and Real Salt Lake this month. They too need to find form and in a short space of time.
Another note to keep in mind - there are enough matches left for Whitecaps FC to reel in the frontrunners in the West. On the surface, that task may prove difficult when you consider the form of sides like Seattle (two games in hand) and LA Galaxy, but it's important to remember that most of the remaining league games are all-conference match-ups.
Results from those games can easily alter the picture of the Western Conference standings (same scenario in the highly-congested Eastern Conference), and that means we're all in for an intriguing and exciting end to this regular season campaign.
A message to my fellow 'Caps faithful - We thrilled in joining MLS in 2009, we thrilled in winning our inaugural match in 2011, and the great moments that followed! Surely, the next few weeks will be even more thrilling!
Enjoy the World Cup qualifying break! Until mid-September…
As many of our fans prepare to head to Portland for another big Cascadia match, I thought I'd share my experience from last weekend when I had the opportunity to experience the rivalry as a fan on the road for the first time.
I hosted a bus load of Whitecaps fans on a day trip down to Seattle courtesy of UNIGLOBE Vision Travel. I had been to a game in Seattle before to watch the team I had supported as a boy, Manchester United, as they played Celtic. But this was my first time watching the 'Caps play the Sounders in Seattle, and my first time going to the game as a fan.
I've sometimes wondered what it would be like to travel down the I-5 to Seattle and Portland for a Whitecaps FC game, and now here I was about to get a new perspective of this Cascadia rivalry. The meeting of the bus was nice and early at 6:45 a.m. and the wait at the boarder was longer than usual, but these things took nothing away from the excitement and anticipation of what was to come when we reached our destination.
As soon as we entered the city of Seattle there was lots of evidence of the upcoming game, as we began to witness more than a few green shirts worn by the Sounders fans, and the closer to the stadium we got the more green we saw. We arrived around kick-off, so most of the 'Caps fans were already inside singing their heads off.
When we left the bus in our Whitecaps jerseys and scarves, we took some good-hearted ribbing from numerous Seattle fans that were still tailgating and getting in the mood for the game. I loved it, rival fans baiting each other before the game started. I was now chomping at the bit to get inside with the rest of the 55,000 plus crowd.
As I showed my ticket at the gate and began to walk up the stairs to my seats I got chills as I heard the chanting and the singing coming from both sets of fans. The atmosphere was electric and I hurried as fast as I could to join in the action.
When I arrived at the Whitecaps section the place was rocking. I did not reach my seats as some 'Caps fans recognized me and pulled me into their section. I was not going to argue with them. Our 2,000 or so fans were certainly outnumbered, but we were not drowned out as they roared on their team. This is what I remembered as a boy growing up in Manchester.
There is no doubt in my mind that this Cascadia rivalry is the best of Major League Soccer, and a small taste of what the future holds for the league. We are only into the second year of the Cascadia rivalry in MLS and it will continue to grow on and off the field.
I really hope all of our fans can experience travelling to Seattle or Portland for a game, as it truly is a unique experience. I hope to again travel with our fans soon so I don't miss out on all the fun!
As weeks go for Whitecaps FC, this middle week of August 2012 will likely be forgotten in a hurry.
Despite the challenge that it posed (three Western Conference rivals in a week), the opportunity to make ground and further solidify a spot in the MLS Cup Playoffs was abruptly halted by two sobering defeats – the latest leaving a particular regional sting.
It felt like the soccer omens were against Vancouver heading into Seattle on Saturday. Though there were welcome faces back from international duty, the absence of injured captain Jay DeMerit and suspended centre-back partner Martin Bonjour caused speculation as to who would play in Martin Rennie's backline.
Then came word on Saturday morning that influential midfielder Barry Robson was also forced to sit out this latest Cascadia derby after MLS deemed his booking late on in the home defeat to Dallas was aggravated dissent against an assistant referee.
While there was debate over the timing of Robson's suspension announcement by MLS, Rennie gave some players a chance to stake their claim for a regular starting role.
Top of that list was Carlyle Mitchell, who was slotted into the starting XI alongside Andy O'Brien in the centre of Vancouver's defence. After appearing for his native Trinidad & Tobago in midweek, the young defender earned himself a measure of redemption with his performance on Saturday.
His last MLS start at New England Revolution back on May 12 was a tough outing for the Caribbean import, and though Whitecaps FC conceded twice in the second half in Seattle, Mitchell can take encouragement from his efforts in Washington State.
Next to him, the experience of O'Brien was tested again, as the former Republic of Ireland international made his second start for the club. Though still short of full match fitness, O'Brien looks a real find, as he showed defensive expertise in nullifying a couple of Sounders FC attacks, especially in the first half.
Rennie and his staff will know that, despite the bitterness of a derby defeat, players like Mitchell and O'Brien will feel they are stronger and can make a more telling contribution to the club after their building-block efforts on Saturday.
This can also be said for striker Kenny Miller, who was asked to fill the role usually occupied by suspended Robson in central midfield. His work rate at CenturyLink Field was also an encouraging sign. The way he made himself busy against Sounders FC was a strong suggestion that the Scotland international made an important step forward with his match fitness.
With a full week to focus on another derby trip to Portland Timbers, the time may prove beneficial after the hectic schedule of this past week. With injuries clearing up and suspensions served, these next few days should help to galvanize Rennie's squad physically and mentally for the end-of-season run-in.
Time to move forward to the next chapter: Saturday in Portland
Recently I had the privilege of representing Vancouver Whitecaps FC at this year's BC Summer Games, which were held in Surrey from July 19 to 22. I got to attend the opening ceremonies with nearly 4,000 athletes who would participate in 20 sports over three days. The dignitaries and athletes were treated to some great entertainment before the lighting of the torch.
Surrey put on a great BC Summer Games with over 3,500 volunteers making sure that everything ran really smoothly. For the games to be successful they need the support of the many partners, and this year Vancouver Whitecaps FC were happy to be a part of this special event.
The soccer tournament was held at Newton Athletic Park where many exciting matches were played on both the girls and boys . The coaches had scouted these players throughout their zones looking for the best players in each community.
Myself and a number of Whitecaps FC players were in attendance to present the gold, silver and bronze medals to each winning team. Following this event the coaches got to choose two players from their team to attend a clinic with the Whitecaps FC Residency coaches on August 11, and attend the game that evening against Real Salt Lake at BC Place.
The clinic was run by staff coaches Bart Choufour (U-14 boys), Martin Nash (U16 & 18 boys), and women's head coach Jessie Symons. 'Caps MLS defender Greg Klazura was also there to lend a hand.
Overall, 16 boys and girls were put through their paces, and Whitecaps FC head of player management and advancement Stuart Neely was on hand to do some evaluations of any potential Whitecaps FC prospects.
When I talked to our coaches they were really encouraged by the quality of play on the field. The young BC Summer Games players were thrilled to be in this challenging environment and to have the chance to impress the 'Caps coaches. There were also a number of BC Summer Games coaches in attendance and they were thrilled to be able learn from the 'Caps staff in a classroom session, and then on the field.
All in all, it was a great opportunity for Whitecaps FC to foster this partnership with the BC Summer Games as we continue to help grow the game of soccer throughout British Columbia.
There were many happenings in and around BC Place on Wednesday night, and all of it contributed to a sense of optimism that it would be another enjoyable match day at BC Place.
There was a gathering of Whitecaps FC alumni in the stadium suites, which brought together former members of the Blue and White from the club's many eras.
Before kickoff, the glow of Olympic success resonated through the crowd when three members of Canada's bronze-medal women's soccer team walked out with both teams for the national anthems.
Following on from Saturday's fine win over Real Salt Lake, there was also anticipation for what newcomers Kenny Miller and Andy O'Brien could do in their first MLS starts.
In the end, it was FC Dallas that enjoyed a second win in as many seasons in Vancouver, and one that keeps their playoffs hopes alive in this final stretch of the regular season.
It was one of those matches where the 'Caps could have been in one of two places by the end of it – such is the tight nature of the Western Conference standings.
Victory on Wednesday would have taken Vancouver to the 40-point mark and put major distance between themselves and their midweek visitors, who occupy sixth place in the west.
Instead, Dallas moved closer to the 'Caps and the west's top five with Wednesday's result. They also claimed the unique distinction of being the first MLS club to defeat Whitecaps FC at both Empire Field and BC Place.
So where did all the promise of Wednesday night end up? Are we all a bit guilty for expecting too much? The simplest answer might be a more classic one. One team (FC Dallas) performed better than the other (Whitecaps FC).
Remove the likely debate that will surround the performance of match referee Matthew Foerster, Whitecaps FC were not at their best on Wednesday. And like Martin Rennie stated, it was also a match that struggled to get going.
Neither side really claimed the initiative before the break. After halftime, soccer's fortune fell to The Hoops, who took the lead in opportunistic fashion, then sealed the win on the counter attack.
Though not endearing himself at times to Whitecaps FC fans, the return to fitness of David Ferreira is a big boost for Dallas. The qualities that earned him the league's Most Valuable Player award in 2010 always make him a player to watch…and so it was the case at BC Place…
Where many hoped that a Miller, O'Brien, John Thorrington, or Atiba Harris would write the headlines, it was a diminutive Colombian in Dallas colours that played the main role in this contest.
For Whitecaps FC, it simply wasn't to be on this warm mid-August evening, and there will always be days and nights like this during a season. Whose to say we won't see a turnaround as early as this weekend (Seattle, anyone?).
It's also important to remember that BC Place disappointments have been very rare in 2012. Most times, the 'Caps faithful have all left the club's downtown Vancouver home satisfied.
Trying to achieve the goals of this season was never going to be easy. Remember that this is only Vancouver's second season in MLS. The club has grown a lot, but a lot more growing still needs to take place.
Like with any other setback in 2012, Rennie's side have been excellent at putting those experiences behind them and bouncing back. Maybe a derby clash in The Emerald City in three days' time is not so bad after all…
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Richard from Omaha, NE spreads the holiday cheer with larger than life nutcrackers on his lawn.
Christmas Come to Life
Steve from North Edwards, CA, makes Christmas bigger than life with inflatable Santas and Snowmen in his yard!
Heavenly Home
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Frosty the Snowmen
Robert creates a snowman village outside his Pace, Florida, home!
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Simple Snowflakes
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O, Christmas Trees
Tania of Cashton, WI, brings indoor traditions outdoors by adding Christmas trees and presents to her display.
Red and Green Scene
Karen from Lancaster, PA brings Christmas cheer outdoors with green and red lights on her trees.
Sparkling Sight
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Diana of South Vienna, OH, has fun with her lights by showing Santa and his elf on a teeter-totter.
Windows to the Soul
Erika of Croghan, NY, keeps the magic inside by displaying white lights along the windows of the house.
Ron of Jacksonville, FL, keeps his display well lit with candle lanterns along the sidewalk.
The More, the Merrier
Jay of Atlanta, GA, shows us you can never have too many lights.
Freeze Frame
Kim of Omaha, NE, uses icicle-inspired lights all around the house for a wintry display.
Lovely Lights
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Pronounce it however you like we will always understand.
Just give us a call on 01671 402 141 and sample our hospitality and savour staying in the home built and occupied by a wealthy gentleman, who was both an eighteenth century parliamentarian and a benefactor of Robert Burns.
The History of the Name
Back in the 12th century there was a Lord of Galloway by the name of Fergus. He divided his land between his two sons. The land to the East of the River Cree was given to his son Uchtred (or should that be Oughtree or Ouchtree). The two sons did not have a very good relationship with each other or their father. To protect himself and his Lands Uchtred built himself a fortress and built this close to the point at which the opposing forces would need to cross the river.
Caer (or should that be Kirr) is Gaelic for fortress so the name of the area which later became a country estate was given the name CaerUchtred. Place names would generally have been passed down by word of mouth, then at some point written down. The spelling used being dependent on the clerk writing it down and his language background.
In the Heron Ballads written by ROBBIE BURNS it has the spelling KIRROUCHTREE, but we have the spelling KIRROUGHTREE as in the Irish Lough. The latter is most likely the Heron family spelling. Besides having Kirroughtree as their home, they had other estates in Ireland and the West Indies.
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Deftones will perform an hour long global webcast live from Dallas on May 4th, 2010. The band will perform live and take questions from fans who log into USTREAM.TV/DEFTONES on May 4th at 5pm PST / 8pm EST.
Ten years ago Deftones broke boundaries by being one of the first artists to broadcast a live show online on the day of their White Pony release. With a new album, Diamond Eyes dropping on May 4th 2010 the band will do it again, but this time with crowd participation. Before their live performance fans questions will be answered live on their release day at USTREAM.TV/DEFTONES.
Deftones will be part of a historic tour coming this Fall. Stay tuned to blackdiamondskye.com for all tour information, dates, exclusives, contests, and ACCESS!
Below are the scheduled dates so far. More dates will be announced soon, stay tuned.
16-Sep - Chicago, IL - Charter One Pavilion
17-Sep - Detroit, MI - DTE Energy Center
18-Sep - Toronto, ON - Molson Amphitheatre
20-Sep - Uncasville, CT - Mohegan Sun
22-Sep - Boston, MA - Agannis Arena
24-Sep - New York, NY - Madison Square Garden
28-Sep - Atlanta, GA - Lakewood Amphitheater
1-Oct - St. Louis, MO - Scottrade Arena
4-Oct - Denver, CO - Red Rocks
7-Oct - Vancouver, BC - GM Place
8-Oct - Seattle, WA - Key Arena
9-Oct - Portland, OR - Memorial Coliseum
16-Oct - Las Vegas, NV - The Joint
Tickets go on sale in select markets beginning May 15th at blackdiamondskye.com and LiveNation.com. Fan club pre-sale begins May 10th for select dates.
Check blackdiamondskye.com for more info.
Deftones will play a secret MTV show in London at ULU on May 12. Pre-order Diamond Eyes from UKU now to receive a ticket!
Check out the official trailer for Diamond Eyes, available everywhere this Tuesday!
Check out Part 2 of Deftones discussing the creation of Diamond Eyes. The second installment focuses on bassist Sergio Vega's impact on the creative process.
Check out Part 1 of an interview with Deftones taken by 13th Witness about the creation of Diamond Eyes. In the first installment, the guys talk about their philosophy and intent during the writing process.
Click Here for the official Diamond Eyes album countdown widget... 6 days and counting!
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quote:@TigerBaitWill: Jewel Sumner coach Zeph Powell said DB Jeremy Cutrer - a #LSU commitment - will sign next Wednesday with Mississippi Gulf Coast CC.
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quote:Robinson can lay the wood. Watch out for him at safety.
quote:Yes I know we needed a safety this year. This is the depth chart. FS No. 26 Ronald Martin 6-1, 202 SO No. 39 Jerqwinick Sandolph 6'2, 190, SO SS No. 06 Craig Loston 6-2, 205, SR No. 34 Micah Eugene 5-11, 190, SO No. 12 Corey Thompson 6-2, 210, SO We will get a couple in the 2014 class.
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This attractive carryall keeps family weekends rolling. Featuring leather trim and contrast handles, it has lots of room inside for both mom's and baby's essentials and can be carried over the shoulder or easily wheeled along.
- 20" wide x 11" deep x 11.5" high
- Made from pure cotton twill and trimmed with genuine chrome leather.
- Nylon lining with detachable woven shoulder strap and handles.
- Bottom features metal dome feet and unzips to reveal a separate compartment.
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Flipping/Blending the Classroom with Lecture Capture
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One of the most valuable things that lecture capture allows you to do is to take some of what you do during lecture and make it available to students outside of class, often before they come to class. Then you can build upon that knowledge, facilitate engaging discussions, and evaluate scenarios and case studies in more detail. This has been described as "flipping" or the classroom, or blended learning - where what you once did during lecture is done by students online, and then they come to class prepared to engage with you and their peers.
This session is an opportunity to examine strategies for flipping/blending and the kinds of activities you might consider for use both in and outside the classroom.
NOTE: This workshop is designed for those instructors who are already using lecture capture with Camtasia Relay or a similar tool, or interested in discussing strategies for creating more engaging classroom sessions. The basics of using Camtasia Relay are not covered in this session.
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