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PARALLEL Rant?
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Let's say you have DEGREE set at the table and index level.
I ask you if this is appropriate, instead offering up using whatever tool accessing the data to provide the PARALLEL hint.
The DOP is set pretty low, given our current system.
But it's still set and can't be easily turned off.
I'm all for PARALLEL, but it's been beaten into my head that it should be used, specifically for batch operations. In other words, transforming or loading data.
With the DOP set at the table or index level, it is not (necessarily, see resource limits below) controllable. If you have 1 or 2 users issuing SELECT statements against the table, it's not a big deal. Let's say the DOP is set to 8. 8 processes are spun off for each user. That's 16 processes now running that SELECT statement. Now let's say you have 1000 users. You probably won't make it to 8000 processes...your machine will probably keel over and die...or worse, just sit there forever.
But we have to set DOP at the table/index level...our users don't know how to write SQL.
Fair enough...teach them how to write it.
That takes too much time.
How do you ever expect them to learn? It might be a good short term solution, but is it really a good long term solution? Teaching your users how to write better SQL would be in everyone's best interest.
Initially, you'll be swamped with "How do I?" type questions.
Then the questions will only trickle in.
You'll have much more savy business users who can now probably articulate their needs much better which will lead to
Better design documents
Better requirements
You can finally begin to push off more of this "reporting" type functionality out to the business (where it should be in my opinion).
OK, that might be a bit of a fantasy.
What about setting up resource profiles for the users?
I've never used them, but I was reading up on
tonight for this post.
What can you control with this feature?
Limiting the User Session Level
Limiting Database Call Levels
Limiting CPU Time
Limiting Logical Reads
Limiting Other Resources
You can limit the number of concurrent sessions for each user
You can limit the idle time for a session.
You can limit the elapsed connect time for each session.
You can limit the amount of private System Global Area (SGA) space (used for private SQL areas) for a session
What's the point of all this? I'm not too sure. It's a rant I guess. I just got done reading Dom Brooks recent
and reminded me of this conversation...which I have all too often.
I know it's not the real focus of your article but you've always got parallel_adaptive_multi_user for an element of "control".
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: February 15, 2010 at 4:44 AM
Resource Manager can control the degree of parallel for groups of users - see http://www.oracle.com/technology/products/bi/db/11g/pdf/twp_dw_best_practies_11g11_2008_09.pdf
I hate parallel_adaptive_multi_user for user queries - users like to expect that a certain query takes x seconds (whatever the x is!) when it might vary between 0.01*x and 1000X depending on who gets the resource first then that is the recipe for broken reporting SLAs and angry users
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Pete Scott
: February 15, 2010 at 6:18 AM
Parallel does not scale.
I heard Tom Kyte describe this and once I listened, it all made sense. You pretty much described it.
If you are "controlled" and you want to make better use of your resources, then in batch situations it makes much more sense than in end user uncontrolled area where people expect their reports to run the same whether they are the only ones running reports or 100 users are running reports.
Also to take advantage of resource controls, you need to differentiate between those classes of users so if you use a specific user(s) account for the connections then no problem.
HINT, in OBIEE for the Physical table, there is a hint field. You can put parallel hints in there, but I believe you will need to reference the table name completed or use a variable to plug the alias OBIEE gives it automatically, which I am not sure how to do just yet. Would need to dig into the docs/metalink/blogosphere to find out.
posted by
: February 15, 2010 at 1:08 PM
Also, with OBIEE, the end users don't write the queries, BI does.
You may need to tell BI in the Logical Layer the layout, what the facts are, dimension tables etc, so that it writes better physical SQL. That can be difficult sometimes with these automated tools, but perhaps having users join in the correct manner and then understanding Physical DB concepts like constraints and indexing (even different kinds of indexing) and the pros and cons with each approach would make them somewhat better IMO.
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John T
: February 15, 2010 at 4:06 PM
Parallel processing is probably one of the most mis-understood & abused features of Oracle.
I'm pretty sure the great one (a.k.a. tommy boy) said:
Parallel != fast
Oracle is an incredible system for multiuser (thread/process) processing. It does an incredible job of managing this. Parallel processing, left in the hands of the naive, says give me this huge multicore system and make it my PC for the next few moments. Abused, this can crush the system.
Suggest the following:
a. do whatever you can to not allow users to run parallel queries. They can wait for their one little thread to complete.
b. try using materialized views and query re-write to provide the reporting performance your users desire.
c. Question your use of partitioning. Strongly.
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: February 15, 2010 at 4:15 PM
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So the EQ ultimately does nothing to alter the tone? I've had it on extreme settings but there's hardly a difference in tone or maybe my ears just got tired.
They do just a little. Try to use the neck pickup and E-string to hear changes to bass, and try the bridge pickup and e-string to hear changes to highs. Take a look at meambobbo's tone guide. I think I remember he has already mentioned SLO EQs. If I'm not mistaken I read that he leaves SLO EQ settings at 50% first.
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Just gonna throw in .... if you did not do a global settings reset after you installed the lastest firmware then you should do so. This can sort out tonal weirdness in some cases . Provided you have the right output Mode set: the Soldano is by no means a dark model.
You will need to recalibrate the expression pedal also if you do a global reset.
Hello jimsreynolds,
I did what you suggested right after I updated the firmware. It's not a dark model but I felt it's a little bit too muddy and lacks clarity/hair when you do chords and stuff. Almost muffled.
Thanks guys, the suggestions are really helpful. I'll try them and will report back with results.
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Slideshow Pictures: Pregnancy -- What Not to Eat When PregnantReviewed by Louise Chang, MD on Friday, May 27, 2011 More Slideshows from eMedicineHealthWatch and learn from these additional pictures slideshows. Home Health Heart-Healthy Foods Home Allergy Quiz See All Slideshows So Long, Soft CheesesEating Mexican queso blanco or other soft cheeses during pregnancy can be risky. Those made with unpasteurized milk can harbor Listeria bacteria, which has been linked to miscarriage, premature delivery, and death. It's best to avoid brie, camembert, feta, blue cheese, queso blanco, queso fresco, and Panela – unless the label says it's pasteurized. When in doubt or dining out, ask before you eat. Skip Undercooked MeatYou might like your filet mignon rare, but pregnancy is a time to order all steaks and burgers well done. Raw or undercooked meat can harbor toxoplasma and a variety of bacteria. When dining out, make sure your meat is steaming hot and thoroughly cooked. At home, the temperature should reach at least 145° F for whole cuts, 160° F for ground meats like hamburger, and 165°F for chicken breasts. Beware Fresh JuiceFresh-squeezed juice in restaurants, juice bars, or farm stands may not be pasteurized to protect against harmful bacteria, including salmonella and E. coli. Some markets also sell raw, unpasteurized juice in the refrigerated case – look for the required warning label and steer clear. Pregnant women should opt for juice that is pasteurized. Shelf stable juice in boxes and bottles is also safe. Sayonara, SushiSorry, sushi fans, but it's time for a 9-month hiatus from this treat. Although seafood is a great source of protein, raw seafood can be a source of harmful parasites and bacteria. The FDA recommends pregnant women only eat fish and other seafood that has been cooked thoroughly. Raw Cookie DoughWhen you're baking cookies, you may be tempted to pop a bit of raw dough in your mouth. But even a taste can be risky if the dough contains raw eggs. The CDC estimates one in 20,000 eggs is tainted with salmonella bacteria. To be safe, resist tasting unbaked cookie dough, batter, or filling made with raw eggs. The good news is store-bought cookie dough ice cream is safe. Homemade Caesar DressingRaw eggs are also used in many homemade dressings and sauces, such as:
Pregnant women should opt for store-bought versions, which are made with pasteurized eggs. Homemade TiramisuMany homemade desserts, including mousse, meringue, and tiramisu, also contain raw eggs. If a store-bought version won't do, there is a safe way to prepare your favorite recipe. Some supermarkets sell pasteurized eggs, which are OK to eat raw. Make sure the label on the eggs specifically states "pasteurized." Fresh Pre-Stuffed PoultryA pre-stuffed turkey or chicken offers a short-cut to a guest-worthy meal. But the juice from fresh, raw poultry can mix with the stuffing and promote bacterial growth. Cooking protects most people, but pregnancy makes it harder to fight off infections. A safe alternative is buying frozen pre-stuffed poultry. Be sure to cook it directly from frozen – don't let it defrost first. The thigh meat should hit 180 ºF. Fish With MercurySwordfish, tilefish, king mackerel, and shark contain high levels of methylmercury. This metal can harm an unborn baby's development. Pregnant women should choose fish that are low in mercury, such as catfish, salmon, and canned light tuna. If you prefer albacore (white) tuna, limit yourself to 6 ounces per week. Check with your doctor before taking fish oil or any other supplements while pregnant. Deli MeatsUnlike many other foodborne germs, listeria can grow at the temperatures inside your fridge. For this reason, pregnant women should avoid perishable, ready-to-eat meats, such as cold cuts and hot dogs. You can make these foods safe by heating them until they are steaming hot and eating them promptly. Pâtés or Meat SpreadsPâtés contain perishable meats, so they may harbor listeria as well. Keeping your fridge at or below 40° F will slow the growth of this bacteria, but won't stop it completely. Because pregnant women are particularly vulnerable to listeria, it's best to avoid any type of refrigerated meat spread. Spam lovers can breathe easy. Canned and shelf-safe meat spreads are OK during pregnancy, if not exactly a healthy food. Unwashed Fruits/VeggiesPregnancy is no time to skimp on fresh fruits and vegetables. Just be sure to rinse them thoroughly under running water. A parasite called toxoplasma can live on unwashed fruits and veggies. It causes an illness called toxoplasmosis, which can be very dangerous to an unborn baby. Don't use soap to wash produce. Instead, scrub the surface with a small vegetable brush. Cut away any bruised areas, since these may harbor bacteria. Raw SproutsPregnant women should not eat raw sprouts of any kind, including alfalfa, clover, and radish. Bacteria can get into the seeds before the sprouts begin to grow, and these germs are nearly impossible to wash away. At the deli, check sandwiches to make sure they don't contain raw sprouts. At home, cook sprouts thoroughly to destroy any bacteria. Smoked SeafoodDuring pregnancy, it's best to skip the lox when you enjoy your morning bagel. Like ready-to-eat meats, refrigerated smoked seafood is vulnerable to listeria. This includes smoked salmon (often labeled nova or lox), as well as smoked trout, whitefish, cod, tuna, or mackerel. It is safe to use smoked seafood in a cooked meal, such as a casserole. Raw ShellfishRaw shellfish is one of the top causes of seafood-borne illness. The culprits include parasites and bacteria that are generally not found in cooked seafood. Shellfish is safe to eat during pregnancy, as long as you cook it thoroughly. Cook oysters, clams, and mussels until the shells open. If any don't open, throw them away. Fish from Local WatersUnless you know your local streams, bays, and lakes are unpolluted, avoid eating fish you catch yourself. Some lakes and rivers are contaminated with industrial chemicals. Locally caught bluefish, striped bass, salmon, pike, trout, and walleye may be affected. Check with your state's fish and wildlife department for more information. Potluck FoodsYou may not want to insult your friends by avoiding their potluck offerings. But there's reason for concern if the food is left unrefrigerated for too long. Follow the 2-Hour Rule: Don't eat potluck dishes that have been sitting at room temperature for longer than two hours. When temperatures are above 90° F, the cut-off should be one hour. Unpasteurized MilkHave you ever dreamed of visiting a farm and tasting milk fresh from a cow? If you're pregnant, it's best to postpone that outing. Freshly collected milk has not yet been through the pasteurization process that protects it from listeria. Only buy milk, cheese, or dairy products from a local farm, if the label says "pasteurized." The Caffeine QuestionGood evidence now shows that a moderate amount of caffeine is safe during pregnancy. But the jury is still out on whether higher amounts of caffeine can increase the odds of a miscarriage. 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Made in Alaska: Alaska State Fair FoodUnusual food draws fairgoers from all over the statePALMER - One of the biggest draws at the Alaska State Fair is the food, but it's not just traditional treats you'll find out there. It's not just sweet treats and sticky snacks, but a lot of meat on a stick that makes fairgoers mouths water. "It's my first stop every year," said Anchorage resident Alex Cortez. "I like them cause they're flavorful and you can't get them anywhere else." The Alaskan Food Adventure Booth is known for its pork chops. "The other white meat" sold at the stand comes from Mikes Quality Meats, in Eagle River. "The first person is here 10 minutes before we open, the last person is here 10 minutes after we close," said Dave Anderson, pork chop grill master. If seafood is more your style, you can find fresh shucked oysters, and for many they're a must have fair food. "Always," said Gary Seltenreich of Wasilla. "Every year for the three years. These are the best oysters." During the Alaska State Fair, Pristine Products will go through about 25,000 oysters. Each one grows for more than five years at the family's farm in the Prince William Sound. Some fairgoers love slurping them down, but the owners know not everyone will be a fan. "We get a lot of first timers," said Ursa Lively, Pristine Products' owner. "Sometimes they like [them] and say, 'holy cow these are good,' other times, 'I'm never doing it again.' But it's something to try. You eat your way through the fair and you try it. You're not going to like everything you try." But with cuisine as diverse as our state, there are plenty of options to satisfy your carnival cravings. |
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Oxford United goalkeeper makes New Zealand squad (From Herald Series)
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3:12pm Wednesday 20th February 2013 in Sport By David Pritchard, Chief Sports Reporter covering Oxford United. Follow us on twitter: @oxfordmailoufc. Call me on 01865 425458
MAX Crocombe has been selected for the New Zealand squad for the OFC Under 20 Championship in Fiji next month.
The 19-year-old was included in a group of 26 players last month and he is one of two goalkeepers in the final 20-man squad.
Crocombe, who made his first team debut for United against Burton Albion last month, was thrilled to get a Junior All Whites call-up.
He said: "It's brilliant news.
"It's the next step on the ladder and I know I've still got a long way to go to get to where I want to be, but this means a lot to me."
The winners of the tournament, held on March 21-29, will go on to the Under-20 World Cup in Turkey this summer.
Crocombe will miss several United games, so Wayne Brown will come into the squad as back-up for Luke McCormick.
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Mark my words, him and Tyrone will be gone at the end of the season if WIlder is still there, lets hope and pray he is gone soon.
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So I say once again, Wilder out, also out with the donkey midfield players and give the young a chance, sign fit players not broken ones and play football showing you care.
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Better managers than him have been dismissed, its now his time to go and refresh the structure of the club.


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Libertarian Vice-Presidential Candidate Jim Gray in Westlake Friday
Judge Jim Gray to endorse a gay marriage initiative in Ohio
Libertarian Party vice-presidential nominee Jim Gray will make a campaign stop in Westlake Friday evening as part of a midwest swing.
Gray will do a fundraiser and meet-and-greet at Dean's Greenhouse, located at 3984 Porter Road in Westlake. This will be Gray's only stop in Northeast Ohio.
Gray is running with Libertarian Party presidential candidate Gary Johnson. He served as a trial judge in Orange County, Calif., for 27 years. He served as a defense attorney in the Navy JAG and was a federal prosecutor. Gray is an advocate for reforming drug laws, including regulating marijuana production and consumption similar to how wine is handled.
Westlake Patch will be covering tonight's event and will have complete coverage later.
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Is Gary Johnson just like the other candidates? http://ow.ly/cwZYD
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No, the establishment R & D parties are very similiar actually. Gov. Johnson is actually the only "choice" we have in 2012. www.GaryJohnson2012.com
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We drove from Penna, Enjoyed and liked visiting with V.PJudgeGray im a retired veteran 32 years sevice Navy and PA. AFNG former republicans Libertarian ideas are refreshing and what we want for our family #fairtax #EndWar #EndIRS
Gov. Johnson is honest and promises to balance a budget by 2013 real change. www.GaryJohnson2012.com
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On the ballot for the Presidency, Gov. Gary Johnson (Libertarian) and Dr. Jill Stein (Green).
Make a special note to remember to watch the Free and Equal Election Debate between third party candidates, Gov. Gary Johnson and Dr. Jill Stein to be aired tonight on Monday evening, Nov. 5th from 9:00 - 10:30 pm Eastern Time. Perform a worthwhile civic duty, and be certain to listen in on this historic debate so that you can make an informed decision on voting day. Third party candidates who will be on the ballot in most states deserve to be heard.


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Hello, everyone! One of the reasons that we at Off Broadway Boutique have been blessed with success for over forty years is because of our beloved customers. Whether they've traveled from across the pond or strolled around the corner to take a peek at our glamorous fashions and stunning jewelry, we are especially proud to provide them with our unique brand of style consulting and quality customer service.
Yesterday certainly was a banner day at our shop, as a smorgasbord of shoppers stopped in to see our latest merchandise. The afternoon began with my dear friend, Debra Rapoport, popping in to say hello to our wonderful staff. Featured in Ari Seth Cohen's best-selling book, Advanced Style – which we currently sell at our shop – she felt right at home with the fashionable pieces that represented my motto of living life glamorously.
As I was chatting with Deborah, two of New York's bravest stopped in to the shop for a friendly visit. After paying every woman in the store the best compliments, John and Chris insisted on taking a photo with me. Needless to say, I was flattered to be photographed with our handsome neighborhood firefighters!
Soon after Deborah, John, and Chris left, we were pleased to welcome three charming young ladies to the shop. While the bubbly Devon Smiley tried on some of our pieces along with her friend, Stacey Rodsater, Sarah Tudor took photos around the floor. As the young ladies complimented the effervescent appeal of our shop, I marveled at their innate sense of style. As Devon introduced herself as being in fashion PR while Stacey expressed her dream of growing up to be just as confident as the ladies of Off Broadway Boutique, graphic design enthusiast, Sarah, vowed to return to our shop the next time that she was in town from her native Charlotte, North Carolina.
After they had left, we were treated to a blast from the past in the form of Karriemah Harrison, who shopped at our boutique fifteen years ago. While the Gia Wellness proprietress stopped in to see the recent additions to our fashion collection, I immediately noticed the fabulous floral jacket that she was wearing as the very one that we carried in our store when she had first shopped with us. Originally made in Mexico and boasting quality craftsmanship, Karriemah chose it after our superstar fashion consultant, Pat, recommended it to her. Over a decade later, it has held up well as one of our original classic wardrobe pieces.
From there, we were blessed to have sold one of our genuine classic jewelry pieces from the legendary designer, Erté, in our reruns department. A true epitome of a renaissance man with many talents, Erté utilized his diverse talents as an artist and designer to create fashion and jewelry masterpieces, as well as graphic arts and set designs that have completely changed the face of how we see art and design. In addition to having been a dear friend of Lynn's husband, Sandy Cohen, we both are privileged to have a one of a kind lithograph of his creation in our home – all the more reason why we at Off Broadway Boutique were blessed to have carried a spectacular pair of onyx and diamond gold earrings with his tell-tale signature on them.
When our customer visited our reruns department, she immediately fell in love with them, as she knew that they were one of a kind pieces that worth every penny of the $1500 that they were originally worth. Always on hand to help a fellow fan of wearable art, our vintage fashion expert, Blanche, provided her input of the long and storied history behind those earrings while pointing out how much of a deal our customer would be getting in paying $500 for them. Upon recognizing the cultural value of owning pieces that were created by the very man who was at the forefront of the Art Deco movement, she decided to purchase them to add to her jewelry collection. What's more, the statuesque Art Deco style earrings looked absolutely fabulous on her – making it a sale that we are absolutely proud to make.
With summer in full bloom in New York City, it is a wonderful time to stop by our shop to see what clients such as Karriemah, Devon, Stacey, Sarah, Deborah, John, and Chris are raving about. What's more; we offer the one of a kind fashions and exotic jewelry that will entice every woman to embrace their glamorous side. As I always say, "Dress fabulously for the theatre of your life, as you only get one chance to live it!"


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Health & Wellness: Missteps young investors should avoid
Published Sept. 30, 2012
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The global economy remains in flux, and investors across the globe continue to witness a roller coaster ride with respect to their investments. Substantial gains one day are followed by a precipitous decline the next, and many investors are simply along for the ride and struggling to make sense of it all.
Though veteran investors are more familiar with such fluctuations, young investors might be more confused. Some might even delay getting started on their portfolios, which is one of the many mistakes young investors commonly make.
The following are some of the more common mistakes young investors tend to make, each of which should be avoided no matter how difficult the market becomes.
Delaying the inevitable
Young people, particularly those who are just beginning their professional careers, often procrastinate when it comes to investing. This could be thanks to a host of factors, including inexperience, fear or simply wanting extra money in their pockets while they're young. Each of these factors makes sense, but none of them should keep young people from investing. Most young people have seen the projections that show the staggering differences in money earned when a person begins investing at 25 as opposed to 35 (or even 30). Even something as simple as investing through a company's 401(k) is a good place to start, and young investors should take advantage of the opportunity to do so as soon as they're eligible.
When young investors put off investing, the results later on are not often pretty. That's because of the tendency to overcompensate down the road. An investor who begins young and starts learning how to invest will feel more comfortable with his or her portfolio, and won't feel the need to make up for lost years down the road.
An ill-informed investor
Young investors know about the need to invest, but many simply don't ask enough questions about their investments.
A young investor is in a great position for a number of reasons. Young investors are typically decades away from retirement and, as a result, can take on the most riskYoung investors commonly understand this principle, but that does not mean they should simply sit back and accept it when a risky investment does not pan out. While it's good for young investors to take risks, if the risk doesn't pay off, learn the reasons behind its failures. Doing so will lay a solid foundation for future investments. Continued...
Learn what makes some risks better than others, and don't necessarily get married to a certain investment strategy. The markets are constantly evolving, and investors need to evolve along with them to be successful over the long haul.
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"extra" money
Another common mistake young people make is the way they perceive investing. Many young people approach investing as something they will do when they get some "extra" money. Unfortunately, the day young people get this extra money rarely, if ever, arrives. Additional expenses, including vacations with friends or nights out on the town tend to take precedence, and young people find themselves approaching or even in their 30s without an investment portfolio to speak of. Treat investments as a monthly expense like rent or a car payment. Then, if there is any extra money at the end of the month, add that to the amount already invested.
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The Peninsula Open Space Trust is richer in open space by nearly 1,000 acres after spending about $13.6 million for three tracts of land in San Mateo County on the western side of the Santa Cruz mountains.
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By Matthew Bitz
Last week as I was wandering through our school library, searching for something new and different, I found something very old, Palgraves Golden Treasury. Originally compiled in 1864 by Francis Palgrave, a professor at Oxford from 1885-95, it is a collection of poetry by English writers from Shakespeare to Dylan Thomas. Having found nothing else to read, I sat down and started browsing through the first pages of Book 1 when I had my first encounter with a Shakespearian sonnet.
Now, to set the record straight, Ive read or seen most all of Wills classic plays, but Id never read his sonnets or any of his longer poetry before. I cant believe what Ive been missing out on for all these years, because they are great.
Nearly everyone has read or seen something of Shakespeare in their lifetime, but the vast majority only see the famous theatrical productions like Romeo and Juliet or Hamlet. And while these are certainly marvelous, I must say that I personally find his sonnets more enjoyable to read than the longer plays like Macbeth or Othello. The reason I say this is, while his plays are the best ever written, poetry is a much more enjoyable thing to read than a script. Having to try and follow the story over page after page in old English sometimes takes away from the experience and the words begin to lose their power and emotion.
Not so with the sonnets though. They are brief and beautifully written and seem to flow off the page like music. Every word has been chosen to describe precisely what it is that the master of our language desires to say, every phrase fits seemlessly within the sonnet, conveying the human emotions exactly as Shakespeare desired it to.
Since I lack the ability to try and truly describe the beauty of this wonderful writing, I shall leave you with one of my favorite sonnets to attempt to convey the power of this mans words. It is titled simply, A Consolation. I hope it will encourage you to read more of the short works of William Shakespeare.
When in disgrace with fortune and mens eyes
I all alone beweep my outcast state,
And trouble deaf heaven with bootless cries,
And look upon myself, and curse my fate;
Wishing me like to one more rich in hope,
Featured like him, like him with friends possest,
Desiring this mans art, and that mans scope,
With what I most enjoy contented least;
Yet in these thoughts myself almost despising,
Haply I think of Thee and then my state,
Like to the lark at break of day arising
From sullen earth, sings hymns at heavens gate:
For thy sweet love rememberd, such wealth brings,
That then I scorn to change my state with kings.


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With a 13 percent acceptance rate according to http://www.collegeprowler.com the U,nited States Military Academy at West Point (Army) is one of the most selective colleges in the country. Try telling that to Deep Run High School, which is sending three students – Ricky Black III, Stephen Brooks and Patrick Gardner – from its 2012 graduating class to the prestigious academy. Brooks and Gardner will be playing together on Army's baseball team. "I know baseball helped me get in there, but I wanted to go to a school that was mainly about academics and setting me up for success," Gardner said, "and West Point is the perfect place to do that." Brooks and Gardner have been friends for several years, having played baseball together since before high school, they said. All three students knew each other before, but Brooks and Gardner didn't talk much with Black until their decisions, they said. They talk just about every day now, Brooks said. "Mostly, we talk about the summer boot camp we have to go to," he said. "They nickname it 'Beast Barracks,' which as you can tell, sounds like it'll be just a heck of a ton of fun. "A lot of running probably, being in the mud, not showering for a couple weeks, not having any contact with the outside world." None of the three have much family background in the military, they said. "It wasn't something I heard about growing up," Black said. Each has his own unique reasons for the big decision. Black visited the campus his junior year for a weeklong summer leadership seminar program. "I really liked everything that they were as far as the physical, the ethics, the mental and decided that was some place I really could see myself," he said. Brooks knew he was going to play baseball in college and, though he was talking to some ACC and SEC schools first, started to look at Army after they called him one night, he said. "I couldn't really find anything that could match up to what West Point could offer me in regards to academics, ethics, morals [and] the leadership that they preach," he said. Gardner really wanted to do something with the military, he said, and felt the baseball team there offered a more family-like feeling than anywhere else he looked. At 18 years old, all three agreed future employment opportunities were big reasons for their decisions. "I'm going to have a job when I get out of college," Brooks said. "We have to serve five years coming out of West Point and so, for those five years, I'll have a job." Gardner added, "A degree from West Point: who's not going to hire you with that?" Of course, deciding that they wanted to attend West Point was hardly half the process for an academy known for its strenuous application process. "First of all, they want to see your transcript, all your grades, SAT scores, other programs you've been involved in," Black said. "But on top of that, you have to be cleared by the Department of Defense Medical Exam Review Board. "You also have to be physically qualified and do a certain amount of pushups, pull-ups, sit-ups, run a mile." A student must also apply to a congressman or senator to get congressionally nominated, Black said. Each congressman and senator has 10 slots for high school hopefuls. All three were nominated by Rep. Eric Cantor, with Gardner also receiving nomination from Sen. Mark Warner. "Even after you've been accepted, you still have to get security clearance, still have to keep your medical records up to date," Black said. "Like I just had my wisdom teeth taken out, and I'm going to have to send them my dental information so that they know nothing's wrong." Despite all these stresses associated with applying for their top college choice, all three managed to have successful senior campaigns in their respective sports. Black earned 35 wins for Deep Run's wrestling team, which has won districts every year he's been in high school, he said. Brooks and Gardner were part of Deep Run's first baseball team ever to win the district title outright in the regular season, according to the team's head coach, Will Hicks. Finishing 16-2 in the regular season, the Wildcats won the Colonial District Championship before falling, 5-4, to Cosby High School in the Central Region playoffs. Both Brooks and Gardner pitched for the team, with Brooks also playing third base and Gardner also playing in the outfield. "They're team leaders in their own sense," Hicks said of his two West Point-bound seniors. "One's more boisterous [Stephen], the other [Patrick] is a leader by example, but they're both leaders inside and out." |
Short Pump Ruritan Club donates $50k to Virginia War Memorial
The Short Pump Ruritan/Civic Association Foundation, Inc. recently presented a check for $50,000 to the Virginia War Memorial Educational Foundation. The donation will be used to finance the production of a new film about the Vietnam War as part of the War Memorial's award-winning Virginians at War film series. > Read more.
Vintage Home Market set for June 15-16
A longtime Lakeside business owner and his partner are bringing "The Vintage Home Market" to the Richmond International Raceway Complex June 15-16.
Tony Turner has operated a business on Lakeside Avenue for nearly 20 years, beginning with Huckleberries Home & Garden for 10 years in The Hub Shopping Center and followed by Feathernesters across the street in the Lakeside Town Center. > Read more.
Fan Care offers heat relief to seniors
Citizen Staff Reports 06/06/2013
Qualifying senior citizens can receive free relief from summer heat through the 23rd annual Fan Care program, which provides fans and cooling assistance to seniors 60 and older in need.
The program is an initiative of Senior Connections, The Capital Area Agency on Aging for seniors who meet income eligibility requirements and have a situation that threatens their health. > Read more.
The program is an initiative of Senior Connections, The Capital Area Agency on Aging for seniors who meet income eligibility requirements and have a situation that threatens their health. > Read more.
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A community 'Kaffeehaus' in Henrico's Far West End
Born and raised in good old Europe, I am quite familiar with the traditional Austro-Hungarian tradition of the Kaffeehaus, an institution that represents a lifestyle of relaxing and thinking in a familiar environment with coffee, pastry, news, good service, marble tables, subdued sounds like the click-clack of the coffee machine, mugs and plates, conversations among patrons and with staff and a bit of low volume Johann Strauss music.
And so it was a thrill to find a modern version of a Kaffeehaus right here in Henrico County: The Daily Grind, near Short Pump Town Center. > Read more.
Oklahoma tornado victims to benefit from Innsbrook concert
The Innsbrook Foundation will present a special concert June 19 at the Innsbrook Snagajob Pavilion to raise funds benefiting the victims of the Moore and Shawnee communities of Oklahoma.
The Innsbrook After Hours RVA Cares event will feature five bands and a family festival in recognition of the many families devastated by the Oklahoma tornadoes on May 20, which killed 23 people, injured 377 others, and left destroyed and damaged homes affecting 33,000 residents. > Read more.
Food trucks arrive in the West End
West End residents no longer have to pick between fighting the summer mall crowds for a quick bite or breaking the bank to eat at a fine-dining spot because one Richmond group is bringing both to them.
RVA Street Foodies, the organization behind the outdoor food truck courts at the Virginia Historical Society and Hardywood Brewery, debuted its new Henrico food truck court at All Saints Episcopal Church on River Road May 22. > Read more.
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Cautero Named Third-Team Academic All-American
TOWSON, Md. – Anderson University sophomore setter Meghan Cautero has been named to the 2012 Capital One Academic All-America® Division II Volleyball third team as selected by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA). Read more.
Trojans Fall to Top-Seeded Wingate
BREVARD, N.C. – Anderson saw four players reach double figures, but paced by second-team all-conference selection Shelly Stumpff's 17 kills, top-seeded Wingate got past No. 8 seed Anderson, 3-1 (25-21, 25-19, 25-27, 25-15) in the opening match of the 2012 Food Lion South Atlantic Conference Volleyball Tournament Friday afternoon at Brevard College's Boshamer Gym. Read more.
Gillespie Earns Second-Team All-Conference Accolades
ANDERSON, S.C. – On eve of the Food Lion South Atlantic Conference Volleyball Tournament, sophomore outside hitter Shannon Gillespie has been named Second-Team All-SAC, as announced by the conference office Thursday morning. Read more.
Trojans to Face Wingate in Conference Tournament
ANDERSON, S.C. – The 2012 Food Lion South Atlantic Conference Volleyball Championship field was finalized on Saturday, with Anderson earning the eighth seed in the tourney, which will take place Friday through Sunday on the campus of Brevard College. Read more.
Trojans Fall to Wolves in Regular-Season Finale
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MARTIN, Tenn. – Gordon Sanders, head cross country coach at The University of Tennessee at Martin, has announced seven new members have committed to run for the Skyhawks next season.
All seven of the new Skyhawk runners hail from the state of Tennessee. With the new additions, Sanders adds four females and three males to the roster.
Joining the UT Martin women's squad this fall will be Kaycee Grimes (pictured), Alexandra Stover, Kathryn Skaggs and Abby Frantom.
Grimes was a regional champion or runner-up five times while competing at Rossview High School in Clarksville. She also was a four-time state cross country qualifier and a three-time state track qualifier, including a third-place finish with the Hawks' 4x800 relay team.
"Kaycee is the most decorated student-athlete to join the team this year," Sanders said. "She has accomplished all kinds of accolades while playing two sports in one season. Her focus to just distance running this summer will pay off in the fall."
While competing at White County High School in Sparta, Stover helped lead the Warriors to their first-ever appearance at the state championships in 2011. She generated several top-10 finishes at sectionals and was a multiple state cross country qualifier, including a 3200 meter finalist berth as a junior.
"Alex is one of White County High School's most decorated female distance runners," Sanders said. "She will have an immediate impact as a scorer here."
Skaggs is coming off a strong season at Farragut High School in Knoxville, where she set personal bests in all distances to go along with a top-10 sectional finish. Overall, she compiled top-15 sectional and regional finishes during her senior campaign for the Admirals.
"Kathryn was recommended by a former UT Martin cross country alumnus," Sanders said. "Her sub-12 minute 3200 meter time bodes well for this fall's cross country season."
A relative newcomer to the sport, Frantom joins the Skyhawks out of Morristown-Hamblen High School West. After playing soccer for 10 years, she switched to cross country – where she helped lead the Trojans to a top-10 finish in the state meet.
"Abby is new to the sport, but was selected team captain her first two years with her new team," Sanders said. "Her terrific attitude will mesh well with her new teammates."
On the men's side, Justin Morgan, Zach Phifer and Mark Graubner will suit up for the Skyhawks in 2012-13.
Morgan was a big part of Cookeville High School's success the past four seasons. He was a three-time state cross country qualifier for the Cavaliers, reaching significant personal bests in all of the distance events last fall.
"This outstanding student improved his last two regional finishes from 11th to fourth," Sanders said. "Even with the four seniors on our team, Justin will be pushing his teammates for consistent scoring slots."
A Tennessee Scholar in the classroom, Phifer was a multi-sport star at Big Sandy High School. He was a four-time state cross country qualifier for the Red Devils' cross country squad.
"With several academic accolades and more, Zach still fit in time to be a multi-sport team captain," Sanders said. "His unending efforts to excel will help him deal with the new workloads college requires."
Graubner was a top student and an Eagle Scout while running for Sovereign Grace Storm cross country team in Brentwood. He set a new season-best time at the Brentwood Academy dual meet on April 16, finishing first in the 1600 meter event.
"Mark has been consistent in his track races," Sanders said. "We just need to build him up aerobically to extend those paces to college track distances."
The Skyhawks open their 2012 cross country season on Sept. 1 at the Memphis Twilight Classic.
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I'm have a mostly analytical nature. I love having a process or steps to complete for any task. It helps me define is working for me and improve on anything I dislike.
We headed out on Saturday night with friends, these are the 'boring' chambray shirt & jeans I was wearing during the day. To walk the dog, clean house, and curl up on the couch and watch Bob's Burger's on Netflix instant view (I'm in love with Kristen Schaal). When we decided to met some friends for drinks I wanted to take my clothes and turn them into an outfit. I've been working on these steps for a while now, and while I don't follow this list every time, having quick go-to steps helps me decide what to do next. Like any medium 'You have to know the rules before you can break them'.
1.) Tuck it & belt it.
- Add a belt to your outfit, and if you are wearing two pieces tuck in your top. This helps define your waist, and breaks up long stretches of color.
2.) Roll up & Unbutton.
- My mother used to have to tell me to unbutton my top button, because I thought 'if it's there I should use it.' That's not really true. Unbutton your top couple buttons, you can wear a bright-colored camisole to add some interest here.
- Rolling up your sleeves breaks up the color. I feel like it makes my arms look longer and less stuffy.
3.) Accessorize.
- I'm admittedly not great at accessorizing yet, so I typically limit myself to one big statement piece. Dangly earrings (in this case), or funky bracelets, or chunky necklaces. I like to keep it simple by just choosing one.
4.) When in doubt. Bright lips.
- Bright red lips are definitely in vogue this spring. In a couple more seasons you might try a bright pink, or a coral, or a dark mauve, or whatever complements your skin color. It adds a bit of contrast to your face and really adds that extra oomph to make you look put together.
Tada! Loren is ready to rock & roll! Or just dance with her friends and try to avoid all the night club creepers. Do you guys have steps for going from drab to fab?