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reviews for: listing #36031 - Napa, California Studio rental
- bedrooms 0
- pool no
- type Studio
- baths 1
- hot tub yes
- community Northeast city/Napa
- sleeps 2
- pets allowed yes
rates (USD)
$1,150 - $1,340 /wk
great vacation stay, very conventiently located!!!
Review submitted: August 19, 2014 Date of arrival: August 8, 2014
I enjoyed my stay VERY much . everything was comfy and clean , the bed was super comfortable and the bathroom was a girls best friend with a big Jacuzzi tub . there is a great private outdoor space with hot tub too. Barbara was very nice and helpful, there when you needed her and also made sure I had my privacy. I look forward to staying there on my next visit. I expect we will make it a girls getaway , as my friend loved it as well!!
Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sight seeing, romantic getaway
Owners response:
Dearest Suzanne...
Thank you so much for this great review! You are such a delight, and I enjoyed meeting you and having you as my guest! Am so pleased that you enjoyed the studio and property....this means a great deal to me, as I want my guests comfortable, and most of all, happy to be here!
I look forward to your return trip to Napa. Thanks so much for the "class" referrals, as they both sound like much fun.
Warm regards, Barbara
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Loved our stay in Napa
Review submitted: August 9, 2014 Date of arrival: July 31, 2014
BJ's Nest was a great choice for my two grown daughters and myself. The location is perfect and the studio was spacious enough to accommodate three adults. The view from the balcony overlooking the back yard is breathtaking. The owner was of great help to me when the airlines, which had lost my luggage, was going to deliver it to the home while we were out. The owner so very nice and offered to hold it for me while we were gone. The beds were very comfy and the kitchen is stocked with every item we needed including fresh coffee for the morning. If you like to soak in a tub at night, check this place out, it has a huge soaking tub with an exquisite view. Dont overlook this property when searching for a place to stay in Napa.
Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car
Owners response:
Dear Tracy....Thank you for great review! Your kind words are much appreciated.
It was a pleasure to be able to meet you. Am delighted to hear that you all had a great time here, and enjoyed the apartment as well.
Thank you again, and I truly hope you will return one day soon!
Warm regard, Barbara
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Great Base for the Napa Valley
Review submitted: June 25, 2014 Date of arrival: June 13, 2014
We stayed at this cozy nest in June 2014 for our first trip to Napa, and I must say that the experience was quite enjoyable. This location is only a quick drive to downtown Napa, and is close to various grocery stores, including a whole Foods Market! This was a life-saver for us, since my wife and I have very restrictive diets. The property is also conveniently located close to the Sliverado Trail by which several wineries can be accessed.
There's a queen sized bed and a day bed in case you have extra travelers or kids with you, and there's enough kitchen equipment to make small meals and breakfast. It's also pet friendly, in case you want to bring those.
The owner runs a tight ship, and maintains a very clean rental. She provided lots of reccommendations for wineries and restaurants in the area, and she's available to provide service, but will not invade your privacy. All told, I had quite a nice time visiting Napa and staying at this rental.
Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, pet-friendly, sight seeing
Owners response:
James and Jenna....Thank you so much for being my recent guests! It was a delight to have you here. Am so please to hear that you enjoyed the studio and property, as well as our Napa Valley. This getaway was a most special occasion for you both, and I am so pleased that you chose my place for your stay.
The property is indeed quite close to some very good grocery markets, as well as conveniently located to reach wineries, and our town center activities. Do come back again....it will be a joy to see you both.
Warm regards, Barbara
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Fantastic Relaxing Getaway!
Review submitted: June 2, 2014 Date of arrival: May 19, 2014
This place is so perfectly situated in Napa. It's wonderfully quiet and private and very comfortable. Close to the center of town, but felt like we were in the countryside with all the trees surrounding us. We stayed here for part of our honeymoon. Hot tub was so hot and felt great to relax in there. Barbara was so accomodating (we locked ourselves out of the place within 20 minutes haha and she was there to give us a new key) and always answered my questions and emails quickly, great service. The kitchenette has everything you'd need, the bed was comfortable, roomy bathroom and dining area, and we enjoyed looking through her book of recommendations and magazines provided. Overall, just so clean and comfy. We will definitely be returning here, I think our stay made Napa that much more enjoyable, felt like we had a home to come home to each night.
Owners response:
Tricia and Heinz....
You both were an absolute delight! Am so happy you decided to choose my place for your honeymoon. And am so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the studio, hot tub and gardens.
Thank you for the great comments in your review.....it means a great deal to me that my guests are happy here, and enjoy the accommodations.
I look forward to having you back one day!
Warm regards, Barbara
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Home Away From Home
Review submitted: December 1, 2013 Date of arrival: November 23, 2013
This was our second stay at BJ's Nest while visiting relatives over the Thanksgiving holiday. BJ's is the guest room you wish your folks had: plush, comfortable, private, and quiet. We're provided with a small fridge, toaster oven, hot pot and coffee maker, sink -- all the essentials for quick meals and late night snacks (hey, who cooks while visiting Napa?). There's a hot tub outside (separate towels are provided) and jetted tub inside a spacious bathroom, four down pillows, cable TV, and DVD player. The location on famed Silverado Trail is very convenient and with windows closed we did not hear traffic noise at night. The tidy yard was great for dog walking. Barbara, the owner, is a welcoming, but unobtrusive, hostess.
Recommended for: age 55+, girls getaway, pet-friendly, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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Our best experience in Wine Country
Review submitted: November 24, 2013 Date of arrival: October 16, 2013
We've been to the Napa/Sonoma valleys several times but this was by far our favorite.
Beautiful grounds, serene location, convenient to the Trail and downtown Napa, BJ's Nest the is perfect place for spending some time getting to know the Napa and Sonoma valleys. We stayed 11 days and each day when we returned from our tastings and travels, we felt like we were coming home. We've never felt that relaxed on a vacation, ever!
Barbara is a font of knowledge about the local area and a very gracious hostess. She is very friendly and approachable no matter the question or concern. She excels at providing a friendly ambience in her manner and in the space.
We're coming back for 9 more days in 2014.
Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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Private, comfortable, and most pleasant
Review submitted: November 13, 2013 Date of arrival: November 4, 2013
We had a very pleasant 5 day stay. This studio is very clean, spacious and comfortable, and Barbara overlooks no detail in ensuring that her guests have everything they could possibly need. The towels and face cloths are plentiful and changed out every second day. The living area furniture and the queen bed are very comfy (did not try the day bed) and the studio has very good lighting throughout. Bathroom facilities are superb! The little kitchenette is stocked better than most, with good quality knives and cookware, even spices and teas. Barbara had also left lots of fresh ground coffee in the fridge for us - both regular and decaf. The hot tub was a wonderful treat for the fall evenings as well, and we found extra towels in the bathroom cupboard for the tub. The only thing that prevented it from 5 stars in our opinion was the proximity to a busy road which made daytime sitting on the deck a little noisy. Having said that, we were out and about most of the day anyway. Inside, however, it is totally soundproofed so excellent for sleeping. And sitting in the hot tub in the evening is fine too because the tub jets override any traffic sounds, and all the large trees around make it very private. Barbara also respects the privacy of visitors as there is a separate entrance and private deck so it's really your own space. We would not hesitate in recommending this studio to others and we disagree entirely with the comments from the previous renter. VRBO is not for everyone perhaps, but we have used it in many countries and really enjoy it. We have found that each place is entirely different and you have to be flexible and willing to adjust to individual practices. Otherwise stay in a hotel. Barbara is welcoming and thoughtful and offers a lovely oasis for her guests.
Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, sight seeing
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Not so secluded...Negative Messages in Nice Frames are Still NEGATIVE Messages!
Review submitted: October 9, 2013 Date of arrival: September 25, 2013
10th anniversary trip in Napa! Excited to return and thought we'd try a new place. BJ's Nest, though charming in some aspects, was a real let down for us. Feared not getting our security deposit back the entire trip because of how we felt during our stay. House was about 30 yards from a very busy street & 2 others at the corner. Owner lives above & we could hear her throughout the evening moving around. For 2 adults, only 2 bath towels were provided & we were told they'd only be refreshed every other day due to water conservation in the area, even though we witnessed the sprinklers watering plants & grass several days (?). There were tons of decorative pillows, but few actual bed pillows (3). Luxury usually equates to multiple pillows & towels per guest, not scarcity. A day-bed had another pillow, but with all the cutely framed negative messages, we were scared to use for fear of losing our security deposit. Negative messages included, don't use the shams or decorative pillows as bed pillows (like she knows there's a shortage, but won't address it) or you might get dinged w/ a dry cleaning fee, Don't use the hot tub after 9 on weeknights and 10 on weekends (really??? We're in our 40's & can't enjoy), Take out trash and put it in the receptacles before you leave (what did we pay an extra cleaning fee for again??? We left the place spotless out of fear, not enjoyment). The hot tub itself had an unusually high smell of chlorine, so we didn't use it. I understand cleanliness, but I don't want to bleach my skin either - what an irritation! The light switches for the shower/tub area were hidden behind a bookshelf -very inconvenient. TV needs upgraded. And what about the SMACK of PET ODOR when you first open the door upon arrival -what a horrible 1st impression & it lingered w/ us as a result. Don't mind pets by any means, but the place has to be ODOR free!!!! Tons of locked doors & compartments -very strange and weird. And, let's not forget about the air conditioning. Though there was A/C & Heat, we had NO CONTROL over it. To raise/lower, the book directs you to call the owner (???? Really, who has time for that???)? We've stayed in very nice establishments throughout our life as I'm sure most people renting on here have. None of us need to be reminded of the things we shouldn't do in a rental. Tell us what there is to enjoy!!!! 2 water bottles in fridge -were those free? Wouldn't know -nothing told us? Truly a let down! Don't recommend as upper end.
Owners response:
The guests posting this inflammatory review have stated completely false information....not sure the "why", as during their stay (4/nights) they did not utter one complaint, nor request any assistance. The security deposit of $200 was returned to them within contract specifications - as they did leave the apartment nice and tidy.
1. Pet odor....since there had not been a guest with pet in over 2 months, a pet odor would be impossible. Plus prior guests to them would have said something.
2. Bath towels - 6 are provided, plus hand towels, plus wash cloths - every other day. Should any guest desire more, this is supplied w/o question.
3. Bed pillows - 6 pillows are supplied. Should any guest wish more, they are supplied, as well as pillows w/o down.
4. Hot tub - The City of Napa requires and posts time usage "rules". As a owner, I have no say on this. Guests are permitted to use hot tub even at later hours than the city demands, and all I ask is that guests be quiet, so not to disturb neighbors. Most guests simply ask.
5.All apartments have adjoining walls/ceilings (thus an apartment - not a cottage), so naturally soft foot steps can be heard.
6. Studio is fully sound proofed - ceilings & walls, so therefore very quiet within.
7. Street - Silverado Trail can be noisy at times, but this property does NOT have 2 other "busy" adjoining streets.
8. Framed notices/requests within studio - some guests need to be informed that decorative pillows are not part of the sleeping pillows.
9. A/C is automatic. Goes on when temp is hot, off when cooler.
10. We provide coffee/teas, sugars, spices, all paper goods/foil, bottled water, plus shampoo/condit, even many candles for guests to enjoy during their stay. And this is stated on the websites.
11. Security deposit of $200.is a low amount as we try to accommodate the average guest.
It is sad that these guests spent their time being "fearful/afraid" during their stay. Communication is available via email, telephone or simply knocking on my door. Should these guests have simply looked within the bathroom cabinet for the extra towels they were there - along with the hair dryer, hair spray, toilet paper, Kleenex etc. All of this information is stated within the studio notebook, and where everything is located.
My vacation rental is of high standards, as the many guest reviews show; fully licensed w/city permit.
Thank you. Barbara
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A warm and inviting studio home.
Review submitted: October 2, 2013 Date of arrival: September 8, 2013
We loved our time spent here. It is in a great location, near downtown Napa and the grounds are beautiful. This vacation rental has everything you could possibly want or need for your stay. It is beautifully decorated and immaculate. We enjoyed our days at the wineries and looked forward to our time spent in the hot tub upon our return. We would stay here again and will recommend it to our family and friends.
Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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An excellent place for a comfortable vacation. Very relaxing
Review submitted: August 8, 2013 Date of arrival: July 30, 2013
I love this place. We felt very comfortable and relaxed. We thought Barbara did everything that she could do. She opened up her doors and made us feel right at home. Thanks we will definitely recommend this unit to family and friends.
Recommended for: girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway
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We loved this studio!
Review submitted: January 6, 2013 Date of arrival: December 18, 2012
Great location, immaculately kept, VERY private studio. The private spa is wonderful! Very close to downtown Napa and super convenient access to Silverado Trail and Hwy 29 if you're planning to go wine tasting. Minutes to the Oxbow Marketplace which has delicious food & wine options. This studio is so much more intimate than a hotel or B&B. It was so nice to have the kitchenette for our breakfast and snacks. The gas fireplace and jetted bath are extra bonuses as well. Barbara is an amazing host, very helpful with reccomendations for dining and wine tours. We definitely will be recommending her place to friends and family and will be booking our return trip soon!
Recommended for: girls getaway, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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Our Home Away From Home
Review submitted: November 24, 2012 Date of arrival: November 14, 2012
Let me just start by saying that we will be staying with Barbara the next time we're in California!! My husband and I decided to stay at BJ's Nest just by reading the wonderful reviews. They did not fall short. We loved the romantic ambiance as well as the privacy. Our stay was quite busy and hectic but every evening, we relaxed with a glass of wine in the hot tub. There's just no better way to end a day. The bed was wonderfully comfortable. The jetted tub and granite shower was a huge plus!! She pays attention to detail. She's a gem when you meet her. Such a lovely lady. Thanks, Barbara, for making us feel like we have a HOME AWAY from home. The Shaffers of Boise, Idaho
Owners response:
Hi Stephanie and Jerry....
You were a joy to have here! I so enjoyed being able to meet you, and talk about Boise. Am pleased you enjoyed the studio and property - means a great deal to me to hear this from my guests. Thank you for sharing the tamale's!
I look forward to seeing you and having you as my guests.
Warm regards, Barbara
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Perfect Napa Rental !
Review submitted: October 20, 2012 Date of arrival: October 12, 2012
What a wonderful stay my wife and I had at Bj's Nest. We stayed two nights which was all the time we had but wish it was longer because of the accommodation. Each morning we had a hard time getting out of bed because of the coziness of bed. We slept with the windows open which was nice and peaceful. We felt like home the moment we entered the rental. Nice clean rental with awesome shower and bathtub. Attention to detail. We enjoyed the puzzles and blankets as we drank wine and talked about our day. Thanks Barbara for a wonderful vacation. See you again soon I hope !
Recommended for: sight seeing, romantic getaway
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Thank you Barbara!
Review submitted: August 7, 2012 Date of arrival: July 22, 2012
As so many others have described in earlier reviews this accommodation was simply wonderful. It was well appointed for all of our needs and the bath / hot tub / shower were all first class.
The extra space of a small apartment setting was much appreciated after a day of wineries, San Francisco, Muir Woods and other adventures throughout the week. We could relax on the deck and relive our day with a glass of wine and some cheese and crackers, or curl up with a book.
The location is perfect......right on the entrance of Siverado wine trail and about a mile or so from shopping and downtown Napa.
The best way I can sum up our stay is to say that it exceeded our expectations and that is saying a lot based on the description and the beautiful pictures on the website.
Thank you Barbara for sharing your "nest" with us!
Recommended for: age 55+, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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Quiet Retreat
Review submitted: April 28, 2012 Date of arrival: February 17, 2012
We spent a week in Napa and had a wonderful time. BJ's Nest was the perfect place to return to after a day of touring the valley. It was clean, quiet and comfortable - it was as described. BJ was a gracious host - always available and willing to answer our questions about the studio or the area in general. If you are planning a trip to the Napa Valley and are looking for a quiet getaway, we would recommend this property. You will not be disappointed - we weren't.
Recommended for: age 55+, romantic getaway
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Perfect for 2
Review submitted: April 25, 2012 Date of arrival: April 20, 2012
This was our second time to stay at BJ's Nest. Again, It was perfect!! The place is perfectly located just a mile or so away from downtown, and from the Silverado Trail. Easy access to wine country. The Hot Tub, Private Balcony, and comfortable living area, great Bathroom, make this a perfect place for couples to get away and forget about troubles. Thanks again Barbara!!
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Perfect way to visit Napa valley
Review submitted: March 23, 2012 Date of arrival: March 4, 2012
BJ's Nest exceeded our expectations. It is prettier than the pictures and is located on a residential street just off the Silverado Trail, which is the scenic way to travel up and down the Napa valley. The studio is a superior alternative to a hotel room because you have more space, a private outdoor patio, a kitchen for breakfast and lunch in/room, and a lovely gas stove in the corner of the living room for taking the chill off when you come in from an evening of wining and dining outside. Barbara, the owner, is a gracious hostess who strikes the perfect balance between being wonderfully accommodating while affording you respectful privacy. We will absolutely stay there again.
Recommended for: age 55+, sight seeing, romantic getaway
Owners response:
Bonnie & Charles - you were super guests,so easy! Warm and friendly. Am happy you were able to visit with your family, and new grandbaby. I am thankful that I was able to accommodate your special need of "no stairs" entrance to the studio.
Thank you for the referrals, and it will be a pleasure to have you back again.
Warm regards, Barbara
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Couldn't ask for anything more
Review submitted: October 17, 2011 Date of arrival: October 8, 2011
But one word --- Perfect! Centrally located with easy access to everything available in Napa Valley, including Napa (wineries, balloon rides and more), Sonoma (more wineries, a brew pub and more), and Santa Rosa (safari, beer manufacturer and more) while nestled in lush gardens surrounded by pine trees and a secluded, private hot tub. Could not have asked for anything more! "Nest" is the best word to describe this studio "apartment" that provided more than sufficient space for the two of us and would have comfortably housed two more. The owner, Barbara, provided everything we needed for "our home away from home" including a personal-sized refrigerator, an excellent set of knives, cutting board, toaster, toaster oven, spices and everything else we needed to enjoy a special vacation. She also thought to include the "personal touches" like signature pillows, soft throw/blanket and even a rubber -ducky for both tubs. Barbara, thank you for a wonderful vacation...we cannot wait to book another visit at BJ's!
Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, pet-friendly, sight seeing, romantic getaway
Owners response:
Dear Michael & Kara - It was such a delight to have you as my guests! Am so pleased that you liked & enjoyed the accommodations - and so pleased that you appreciated the professional knives! I, too, like to cook.
I enjoyed getting to meet you, and look foward to having you return.
Warm regards, Barbara
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Our last night at BJ's nest
Review submitted: September 16, 2011 Date of arrival: September 10, 2011
It has been a wonderful week - went all too fast. BJ's Nest is the perfect getaway in wine country - far better than a Studio, Barbara has put a tremendous amount of attention to detail and comfort. She thought of everything! There is a notebook on the table with excellent recommendations on dining, hiking, wineries, you name it. We tried almost all her top picks and they were execellent. I highly recommend BJ's Nest to any couple who wants a week in wine country.
Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, pet-friendly, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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Relaxation at it's best!
Review submitted: July 27, 2011 Date of arrival: July 19, 2011
As first time travelers to California, and Napa, my husband and I were looking for a place to stay that was larger than a hotel room, yet smaller than a rental for a group. We decided on B.J.'s Nest, and were very pleased with our accommodations. This studio, which is close to everything Napa has to offer, was a relaxing retreat that made you feel like you were home. It was impeccably clean, tastefully decorated and filled with anything needed for our week's stay. With a comfy bed, jetted tub and deck jacuzzi, we were always rested and ready for the next day's adventure. The beautiful gardens were a delight to the senses...overflowing with trees, flowers and tranquil water features. Owner Barbara could not have been nicer - she was warm, gracious and very helpful in giving suggestions for the many questions I had before and during our stay. As we were grilling out on the deck the last day of our trip, my husband looked at me and said "This was a great vacation." Thanks to Barbara, it was.
Recommended for: age 55+, sight seeing, romantic getaway
Owners response:
Cindy & Dave - You were the best guests! A breath of fresh air!
I delighted in helping out with information & recommendations for your time here in the Bay Area.
Am most happy that you shared your experiences - that you enjoyed the studio as well as the grounds. Most of my guests do comment on the yard, many trees, & serene/peaceful feeling of the property. Thank you so for chosing my place for your vacation getaway. I hope you will return one day - it would be my utmost pleasure in seeing you again.
Warm regards, Barbara
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Lovely spot a short distance from napa centre
Review submitted: May 26, 2011 Date of arrival: May 13, 2011
A really nice spot to stay, v comfortable and cosy, made a great part of our honeymoon. Some v good recommendations for the area including a great wine tasting place. For self catering it's fairly well appointed (although could have benefited from a proper cooking hob) but if you want to eat out it's only about a mile to walk into town- the nearby oxbow market is worth a visit - amazing pizza! We would happily recommend this accommodation to our friends as a good value and a excelent choice for napa and the surrounding area.
Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway
Owners response:
Thank you Charlotte & Chris!
It was a pleasure having you as my guests on this special occasion. I hope you enjoyed the dozen red roses that were on your bedside table too!
My studio apartment is nicely appointed, but does NOT have a full kitchen (which is stated on each web site listing). Does have an ample selection of pots/pans/hot plate/electric skillet, small convection oven, etc to cook with.
Am most happy to hear that you enjoyed the Oxbow Market shops while here. It is "new" to Napa, and most welcome to have. Napa downtown is just 5 minutes, driving, from the apartment, so we are very close to all downtown activities, and our wonderful restaurants.
Best regards, Barbara
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Napa Getaway
Review submitted: April 20, 2011 Date of arrival: April 11, 2011
Great place to stay! It was easy to find and close to downtown Napa but felt secluded. Extremely comfy place - clean and well-maintained.
We met Barbara as we were getting in on our first day and she was very friendly. She leaves a binder of info on the area, which is very helpful when deciding where to eat.
Absolutely a great deal if you are visiting the area - so much better than staying in a hotel!
Recommended for: age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway
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wonderful place to relax
Review submitted: March 30, 2011 Date of arrival: March 17, 2011
We enjoyed our time at Bj's nest very much. Traveling in Napa with children (age 10 and 12) is not everyone's idea of a vacation, but with such a wonderful home away from home, everyone was relaxed and calm. Bj's nest had everything we needed for a great short family get away for my birthday. Barbara was so hospitable and made us all feel like family. We will certainly be back.
Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, pet-friendly, romantic getaway
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What a great place!
Review submitted: March 28, 2011 Date of arrival: March 5, 2011
We had a wonderful trip to Napa thanks to the hospitality and comfort that we enconterd at BJ's Nest. We were there for the Napa Marathon and the accomodations were perfect. The bed was so comfortable and the setting was so nice and private and peaceful. We travel with our small dog, Dave, and he loved it there as well and felt at home. Thank you to Barbara for making our stay so nice and relaxing. Can't wait to go back.
Recommended for: age 55+, girls getaway, pet-friendly, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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Great Stay
Review submitted: January 31, 2011 Date of arrival: December 24, 2010
My wife and I stayed for a week at BJ's Nest in December. The location is great, easy to get to downtown and right at the base of the Silverado trail. The rental is very spacious and private. Unfortunately the weather was not nice enough for us to spend a lot of time out on the deck and in the gardens, we'll have to come back in the summer. This place is an excellent choice if you want to be close to the wineries and downtown Napa.
Recommended for: age 55+, pet-friendly, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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November in Napa at the Nest
Review submitted: November 28, 2010 Date of arrival: November 12, 2010
My fiancée and I recently stated the Nest for our visit to Napa. I must say the place was great and Barbara is a fantastic hostess. She has everything needed to enjoy your stay in clean comfortable surroundings along with a guide book of nearby restaurants and attractions. We were there for a couple of days of wine tasting and after spending the day visiting the wineries it was nice to come back to the Nest for a relaxing evening in the hot tub and a glass of wine on the deck. The Nest is in a great location with easy access to downtown and the Silverado Trail. We plan on telling our friends and family about the Nest and look forward to staying here on our next visit to Napa.
Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway
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What a Great Comfortable Place
Review submitted: July 23, 2010 Date of arrival: July 6, 2010
We had a terrific time at BJ'S Nest. It was very comfortable and well appointed with all the amenities we needed. It is in a great location in Napa Valley. Barbara is a wonderful host. Will definately return !!!!
Recommended for: age 55+, pet-friendly
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Wonderful romantic getaway
Review submitted: July 14, 2010 Date of arrival: July 11, 2010
My companion and I wanted to spend time together enjoying the wine country but not going too far. BJ's Nest was perfect. The private hot tub was a wonderful treat for us in the evening, the bed was comfortable and everything was clean and well appointed. We definitely plan to return when our schedules permit.
Recommended for: romantic getaway
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Wine, Sun, Napa and BJ's Nest
Review submitted: June 16, 2010 Date of arrival: June 7, 2010
We recently stayed for 5 nights at BJ's Nest and thoroughly enjoyed the very well appointed apartment. The furnishings and appointments are all top notch. The bathroom shower and whirlpool tub are a great way to start and end your day and the deck with a westward exposure allows for a nice afternoon rest on the deck.
It is central to everything you could want to do in Napa and surrounding area, and Barbara gave us good tips on travel and dining options.
Recommended for: families with young children, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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BJ's Nest
Review submitted: June 13, 2010 Date of arrival: June 1, 2010
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at BJ's Nest in Napa. It was a relaxing and wonderful return from a day of wine tasting and sightseeing. My wife and I would highly recommend BJ's Nest to our friends and family.
Rob and Lori,
Ft. Collins, CO
Recommended for: age 55+, pet-friendly, romantic getaway
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Wonderful Stay at BJ's Nest
Review submitted: May 7, 2010 Date of arrival: April 10, 2010
We recently enjoyed a relaxing week at BJ's Nest in Napa Valley. We were there to golf and wine taste and found this to be a great location at the end of Silverado Trail. It was easy access to anywhere we wanted to go. The apartment is very clean, tastefully decorated, cozy and welcoming. So much better than a week in a hotel! The kitchenette had everything we needed for eating in or packing a picnic. The bathroom has a shower as well as a wonderful jacuzzi tub. Perfect! And for cool evenings in, there is a wonderfully warm gas fireplace. We also enjoyed the outdoor jacuzzi on the balcony overlooking the garden. Barbara is simply a wonderful hostess and has put a lot of thought into the "nest." All her suggestions for restaurants were great as well. We will definately stay here again!
Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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A Perfect Stay at a Private, Cozy Retreat
Review submitted: April 13, 2010 Date of arrival: March 13, 2010
We loved our stay at BJ's Nest. I've stayed in other lovely hotels in the area, but nothing can beat the privacy of having your "own place" to stay... and at a great price! Through the French doors we were met with a large, lovely studio complete with all you could ask for- a full kitchenette, an amazing bathroom, a cozy fireplace and large, very comfortable bed. You really feel liked your on vacation in a home away from home. After a long day of wine tasting we returned to share a quiet evening on the porch in the hot tub overlooking a tree-filled yard. The location is perfect-- very close to downtown Napa, but also right off the Silverado Trail, so convenient to getting around the Valley. The owner, Barbara, is as nice as they come. The whole rental process was so simple, and she really goes out of her way if you have any special requests. She also provides a binder filled with helpful tips about the area-- places to eat, maps of the wineries, etc. Overall, I highly recommend BJ's Nest.
Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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Canadians in Napa
Review submitted: April 8, 2010 Date of arrival: April 1, 2010
After a long day's drive from Palm Springs, we were delighted to arrive at this apartment with its spacious interior, up-to-date, stylish furnishings and private setting overlooking an immaculately maintained garden. We stayed 4 nights and enjoyed the comforts of the apartment during the mornings and evenings while touring the area in the afternoon. We had some cool, wet weather so enjoyed the gas fireplace/stove and warm bathing in the large soaking bathtub and separate shower. The apartment was very clean and well maintained by Barbara who was very helpful and responsive to our questions about the apartment and the area. Our small poodle also enjoyed his stay.
Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, pet-friendly, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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Wonderful stay at BJ's Nest.
Review submitted: January 2, 2010 Date of arrival: December 20, 2009
We can't say enough about how great it was staying at BJ's Nest. Barbara thought of everything to accomodate us. It was so peaceful, warm and very "homey" there. We appreciated the private and quiet setting. We have recommended BJ's Nest to our family and friends and hope to stay there again in the future.
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Great place to stay in Napa!
Review submitted: October 22, 2009 Date of arrival: September 30, 2009
This is a great place to stay, especially for a couple (even though there is enough room for four) to stay while visiting Napa and the surrounding area. The location was perfect for us, as we toured wineries during the day and then downtown for dinner in the evenings. The place is clean, well-maintained, updated and has all the amenities you need. The owner is wonderful to work with--we definitely recommend this place. Can't wait to go back!
Recommended for: adventure seekers, pet-friendly, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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Review submitted: October 12, 2009 Date of arrival: October 12, 2009
We had a lovely 2 night stay in this attached, quite large studio. It was plenty big for the two of us and our adult son. The jacuzzi tub, with bath salts and bubble bath provided, was great. Everything looked new and clean - the bath towels, bedding and bathrobes were plush. The complementary bottle of wine, coffee, tea and hot chocolate was a really nice touch. The location was just a short car ride into downtown Napa.
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Review submitted: September 15, 2009 Date of arrival: September 15, 2009
My husband and I recently returned from a surprise trip that I planned for him and he was just as pleased as I was with BJ's Nest. It is centrally located in Napa which made it easy to get to restaurants, shopping, etc. The Nest is nicely decorated and quite cozy. I really can not say enough good about BJ's Nest. It was so much better than having a hotel room. We hope to use the bar-b-que and take advantage of the back porch a bit more next time. The gas fireplace takes the chill off in a hurry when you come in from the hot tub with the cool night air. Barbara goes out of her way to make you feel comfortable and welcome to the valley. We both can't wait to return to Napa and another stay at BJ's Nest will be a must for us.
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Review submitted: August 27, 2009 Date of arrival: August 27, 2009
We had a girls' vacation and found BJ's Nest with our first experience on VRBO. We were thrilled with our choice! Barbara was so helpful and went the extra mile to make sure we enjoyed our stay. The decor and gardens were so pleasing that we drove to St. Helena for picnic supplies & drove back to our cottage for lunch on the deck. BJ's Nest & Barbara made our stay in Napa a wonderful memory and we hope to come back again next year. I would recommend a stay there to any of my friends headed to Napa. A wonderful experience!! Thanks Barbara..
Deborah Riggins
Callahan, FL
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Review submitted: August 24, 2009 Date of arrival: August 24, 2009
We had a wonderful visit in Napa made even better by
your hospitality. We loved having your little "nest" to
come home to each night. It was so much better than
a hotel room! Your warm and inviting decor is
beautifully maintained. We enjoyed the spa and spa
tub and even used the great BBQ. THANK YOU!
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Review submitted: July 19, 2009 Date of arrival: July 19, 2009
My daughter and I had a Mother-Daughter get-
away at BJ's Nest and it was fabulous. The
apartment was just perfect. Lots of room, beautiful
setting, luxurious bath, and wonderful location.
We fixed breakfast every morning - with fruit from
a nearby produce stand - and enjoyed the hot tub
and the jetted bathtub at night after a long day of
wine tasting.
I would recommend this apartment to anyone.
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Review submitted: June 19, 2009 Date of arrival: June 19, 2009
What a wonderful stay, my only regret is that it was only for two nights. The condo is a perfect home for a couple wanting to enjoy a trip to wine country. Very spacious for a studio. Close to all Napa has to offer, yet the surrounding trees and landscaping make you feel secluded and private. The grill is perfect for picking up steaks and sides to go with those bottles of wine you've acquired during the day. Any what better way to cap off a day than a dip in your own private hottub. I will certainly be staying again on my next trip to the Bay area.
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Review submitted: June 7, 2009 Date of arrival: June 7, 2009
This attached studio apartment is as pleasant as it looks in the photos. Barbara has thought of everything to make the stay as comfortable as possible. She has surrounded the grounds with beautifully kept gardens and places necessities like milk and coffee in the fridge. The hot tub is great, very clean with powerful pumps to relax weary bodies after a day of wine tasting. Additional items like plush bathrobes and a complimentary bottle of wine and water made our stay perfect.
Owners response: Marne & Mathew: Thanks so much for this great review. I so enjoyed meeting you, and that precious pet of yours! Do visit again - would love to see all "3" of you. Barbara
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Review submitted: June 4, 2009 Date of arrival: June 4, 2009
What a fabulous retrete! My husband an I spent a
week in this lovely home. We played golf, spent
time on the wine trail and even went to Calistoga
and spent a day at a great spa.
What a treat to come home to this beautiful
setting,and spend time in the Hot tub and on the
lovely patio.
We plan on coming back!
Thank you Barbara for making our trip so special
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Science Licensure (M.A.T.)
Do you already have an undergraduate degree in science? Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career teaching science to students in grades 7-12?
The ISU Educator Preparation Program offers a masters level licensure program for individuals already possessing an undergraduate science degree. Our program is designed to produce highly effective science teachers and includes:
Timing: The program begins each May and successful individuals graduate 15 months later at the end of the summer in time to begin working that fall.
Degree/licensure: Graduates of the program will have a Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) and will have completed all requirements for licensure in the state of Iowa.
Required courses
Summer I
C I 514 Introduction to science teaching (2 credits)
20 clock hours of field experience
C I 529 Educational Psychology and the Secondary Classroom (3 credits)
SP ED 501 Teaching Students with Disabilities (3 credits)
H P C 504 Foundations of American Education (3 credits)
Fall I
C I 518 Science Methods I 2 credits
C I 591D 40 clock hours supervised field experience (2 credits)
C I 547 Nature of Science and Science Education (3 credits)
C I 506 Multicultural Gender Fair Education (3 credits)
Spring I
C I 519 Science Methods II (2 credits)
C I 591D 60 clock hours supervised field experience (2 credits)
C I 517 B, D, J, or M Student Teaching (12 credits)
Summer II
C I 546 Advanced Pedagogy in Science Education (3 credits)
C I 505 Using Technology in Learning and Teaching. (2 credits)
C I 599C Creative Component (3 credits)
Total Required Credits = 45
Frequently asked questions
Effective science teacher education requires that complex sets of teacher behaviors and pedagogical strategies be modeled and explicitly taught to teacher education students, and that these experiences are coupled with closely supervised field experiences where important support and feedback is provided.
Whatever avenue you pursue for science teacher licensure, ensure that you receive multiple science methods courses (not just a general methods class), multiple early field experiences under the guidance of a cooperating teacher, educational psychology, and coursework that is taught by faculty who are both scholars in the field and have significant K-12 teaching experience. Teaching is a very difficult profession that is both cognitively and emotionally taxing. Quality preparation is a must!
Limited enrollmentIs there a limit on the number of people admitted to the program? Enrollment is limited because students must be placed in classrooms for practicum experiences and student teaching.
Admission requirements
Qualifications for our program include:
Apply: Follow the procedures in the Educator Preparation Program graduate application procedures.
Deadline:Applications are due on or before February 1. However, late applications may, at faculty discretion, be accepted and reviewed.
Financial aid
Scholarships and financial aid
See the Educator Preparation graduate programs scholarships and financial aid page for School of Education and College of Human Sciences scholarships and other financial aid options. may be available.
Loan forgiveness
Because secondary science is a state shortage area, the state offers loan deferment and loan forgiveness programs. The Iowa College Aid site provides information on this program.
Other helpful sites/resources:
Matt Brown at Iowa Student Loan, 800-273-7656 or 515-273-7656
The program adds up to $9000 in loan forgiveness over five years for qualifying students. Students who qualify for this program and additional existing programs potentially may receive up to $30,500 in loan forgiveness.
Licensed teaching areas
Primary areas of endorsement
Certain undergraduate degrees from accredited institutions qualify for licensure without the need to take additional coursework. In each case transcripts must indicate a minimum of 24 credit hours in the licensure area or 30 credit hours of science with at least 15 of those credits in the licensure area.
Primary areas of endorsement, other majors
If your degree is in a more specialized or hybrid field, such as horticulture or animal science, we must review your transcripts. The state of Iowa has specific requirements for licensure and we must ensure your coursework is aligned with those requirements.
All primary areas of endorsement must have 24 credit hours in the desired content area or 30 hours in science with 15 of those hours in that content area. All majors other than those listed above must have transcripts reviewed and courses approved by program faculty.
When we review your transcripts, we must see a bachelors degree in a science-related field, the required credit hours in science listed above, and a minimum of the following coursework:
Additional endorsements
You can get additional endorsements, depending on your university science coursework. For example, many biology majors find that a second endorsement in chemistry is quite easy to obtain. In some situations, an individual's coursework may already meet state requirements while in other cases a few additional courses will be needed.
We advise earning multiple endorsements as this will give you optimal flexibility when you look for a teaching position. However, you should avoid endorsement in an area where you do not possess sufficient content understanding. Strong science content knowledge is necessary for effective teaching and children deserve teachers who are knowledgeable in their field.
Classroom locations and schedule
Courses vary by semester, and student teaching can be done in several locations near Ames, including Des Moines. The program structure may vary, but tends to look something like this:
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Almost 300 lbs. of marijuana are now off the streets in what authorities say could be the largest drug bust in Richmond's history. Friday, authorities announced the arrest of three men they say are responsible for transporting pot across state lines and into the city.
This started with a minor drug charge after a girl with a blunt was stopped near Virginia Commonwealth University. It snowballed into a bust that would land police with huge duffle bags of pot and more than $600,000 in cash from the drug trade.
According to authorities, the three men tried to make Richmond their very own drug marketplace. Jeremy Harrington, Andrew Massengill and Eduardo Fabelo are facing charges of transporting marijuana from California into the Commonwealth. They could spend the next forty years in prison.
"The marijuana market, the marijuana trade is still alive and kicking," said Commonwealth's Attorney Michael Herring.
Police arrested the girl with the pot cigarette in the 800 block of West Grace Street back in 2004. From there they tried to work their way up the drug distribution food chain.
The commonwealth's attorney and VCU Police credit one man with taking down the drug ring. Assistant Chief Chris Preuss talked to dozens of people to find who the source of the supply was.
"We had a lot of historical information on shipments that had come to Richmond and we worked on getting ahead of the next shipment," Preuss said.
Authorities already had a search warrant in hand when they came to the 2600 block of Park Avenue on May 4th. They were staking out an 8' by 8' storage container when they say Eduardo Fabelo came and unlocked the unit.
They allege inside were duffle bags filled with high-grade pot, which weighed a total of 267 lbs. Law enforcement agree the trade extends beyond the boundaries of VCU.
"If you are trafficking drugs in the City of Richmond, on, near, around or anything to do with VCU, we're going to investigate that case with our regional partners and you're going to be arrested," explained Chief John Venuti.
The containers were often shipped cross-country by truck, but the shipping companies are not facing any charges. Prosecutors say they were unaware of what was inside.
There is also a conspiracy element to this case and more arrests and charges are possible.
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An exciting event such as a child's party need not necessarily be very expensive if carefully planned and similarly holidays on the beautiful island of Guernsey can be found online and reserved at reasonable costs. Party bags are always one of the highlights of any child's birthday and can be ordered via the internet from websites that show clear and detailed photographs of the many items to be purchased as gifts; these may contain traditional toys, games and confectionery enjoyed all the more while on holiday especially in the Channel Islands. The popular island of Guernsey has fabulous scenery and in the capital of St Peter Port you will find interesting architecture, fabulous restaurants and bistros including many boutiques where you can either window shop or make purchases. There are also ferries available which can take you to the other islands nearby and this will make your holiday even more exciting for the young ones travelling onboard a huge ship.
Going on holiday doesn't mean you have to do without home comforts or celebrating your child's birthday and if you are planning a themed party don't worry you can take party hats, balloons, streamers, banners and party bags with you. Hotels on the island can offer comfortable accommodation, with Wi-Fi, TV, DVD, ensuite bathrooms and wonderful views while staff will make sure your child has a very special birthday. For themed parties there are character accessories available to buy to add to birthday fancy dress costumes such as Cinderella, Little Mermaid, Spiderman or bob the builder party outfits. You may also wish to order themed table settings such as plates, napkins, forks, cups and party hats to make the day extra special and no doubt the hotel management can assist you with lots of delicious food and soft drinks for the little ones to enjoy. Self catering cottages are also available to hire, some having two bedrooms, a bathroom, lounge, dining area and an extremely well fitted kitchen all containing the necessary utensils and equipment you may need, especially if celebrating a child's birthday party.
The centrepiece of any party is the birthday cake and you can have it made featuring a favourite TV character, not forgetting the all important candles which can also be ordered via the internet from a specialised party for children website. A camera is a must to capture the children enjoying their birthday party maybe playing favourite games such as musical chairs, pass the parcel, pin the tail on the donkey to name but a few and also to take photographs of the wonderful island of Guernsey itself, keeping them as mementos to treasure. With many facilities for children to enjoy the hotels provide safe play areas with see-saws, swings and climbing frames whilst the adults can have a swim, work out in the gym or have a pampering session in one of the beauty salons. In the evenings there are wonderful restaurants with a huge variety of tasty dishes to choose from the menu.


text: This week in Twentynine Palms, police will be focusing on speed and cell phone violations, and on drivers who are "impeding" traffic, as this often causes other drivers to tailgate. Several crashes have been caused by drivers following too closely. Don't forget, speeding and distracted driving are a major cause of collisions. The Sheriff's Department reminds motorists to hang up the phone and drive.


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California Energy Commission Includes Window Film in State Building CodeJune 12th, 2012 by Editor
The California Energy Commission has recognized window film as an energy-efficient building product in recent changes to the California building code. The change to the code was voted through on May 31 and will go into effect in January of 2014.
"Every manufactured fenestration product shall have attached to it a clearly visible temporary label that lists the U-factor, the solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) and Visual Transmittance (VT)," reads the building code. "Applied window films installed as part of an alteration complies with the U-factor, SHGC and VT requirement."
The changes to the code require window film to have a National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) certification label, manufacturer's name, a 10-year warranty certificate and compliance with the International Window Film Association's (IWFA) visual quality standards.
"This addition to the code is a major step forward for energy efficiency in California, especially when considering the amount of untreated glass in the state in the majority of buildings," said Darrell Smith, executive director of the IWFA. "The wide application of window film is a simple way to immediately cut utility demand generation and the resulting reduction of peak demand on utilities and greenhouse gases will further the state¹s reputation as an environmental leader."


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This place is weird i a good way. The staff is super friendly, plenty of great local knowledge and willing to accommodate all sorts of strange requests. There are free canoes to use (no obscure sign-up or deposit required, just if there is one available you're free to use it). The Villa we stayed at can best be described as... More
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Transnational threats
August 27th, 2009
Princeton's John Ikenberry reviews 'Power and Responsibility' in Foreign AffairsCISAC in the news: Foreign Affairs on September 1, 2009
In this major new treatise on twenty-first-century global security, Jones, Pascual, and Stedman -- all experienced policy thinkers -- provide a conceptual framework and comprehensive agenda for U.S. foreign policy in a world of security interdependence, writes G. John Ikenberry, professor of politics and international affairs at Princeton.
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August 11th, 2009
Carlos Pascual '80 named U.S. Ambassador to Mexico, joins President Obama in Guadalajarain the news
Carlos Pascual, Stanford class of 1980, has been named U.S. Ambassador to Mexico. In an auspicious start to his new role, Pascual joined President Obama in Guadalajara, Mexico on August 9 at the start of the mini-summit with Mexican President Felipe Calderon and Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper. The annual meeting was started four years ago as a way for the three neighboring countries to build on ties established by the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and to address contentious trade and immigration issues. Also on the summit agenda this year were the economic crisis, climate change, the swine flu pandemic and the battle against drug trafficking. Read more »
May 28th, 2009
"Power and Responsibility" on Forum with Michael KrasnyCISAC in the news: KQED on May 28, 2009
Stephen Stedman, CISAC faculty member, and Bruce Jones, CISAC consulting professor were interviewed by Michael Krasny on KQED's Forum about their recently released book, "Power and Responsibility: Building International Order in an Era of Transnational Threats." Read more »
April 24th, 2009
Power & Responsibility book featured on Charlie Rose showCISAC in the news: Charlie Rose on April 23, 2009
Television interviewer Charlie Rose discussed the premise of "Power and Responsibility: Building International Order in an Era of Transnational Threats," a book coauthored by CISAC's Stephen Stedman, during a broadcast on April 23, 2009. Co-author Carlos Pascual of the Brookings Institution and Brent Scowcroft, former U.S. national security adviser who wrote the book's foreword, were interviewed.
April 6th, 2009
Book offers new roadmap for tackling transnational threatsCISAC News
As fallout from accelerating climate change and the economic meltdown reveals, today's gravest threats are transnational, demanding unprecedented cooperation among competing nations to find lasting solutions. The policies and strategies developed for the balance-of-power rivalries of the 20th century no longer apply in this one, according to the authors of "Power & Responsibility," a book launched March 17 at Stanford.
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March 19th, 2009
Stedman, Jones, Pascual address Power and Responsibility in New Era of Transnational Threatsin the news
In their new book, Power and Responsibility: Building International Order in an Era of Transnational Threats, Stedman, Jones, and Pascual seek to mobilize more effective international action on transnational security threats and build political support for revitalizing international institutions. This requires a new foundation for security of "responsible sovereignty" -- requiring nations to protect their own people and to cooperate across borders to safeguard common resources and tackle common threats.
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November 20th, 2008
Managing Global Insecurity project launches 'Plan for Action' in Washington, DCCISAC in the news
CISAC's Stephen Stedman and partners from the Brookings Institution and New York University released a comprehensive set of foreign policy recommendations for the next U.S. president in Washington, D.C. on Nov. 20, a week after the project was unveiled at Stanford.
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News: Dame Dash Discusses Jay-Z Fall Out, "[He] Did What A Criminal Would Do"
Wednesday, Jul 21, 2010 9:06AM
Roc-A-Fella Records co-founder Damon "Dame" Dash recently discussed his falling out with Jay-Z around 2005 and said the rap mogul ultimately betrayed their relationship.
Recalling when Jay offered rights to the trademark name "Roc-A-Fella" in exchange for his Reasonable Doubt masters, Dash expressed his shock in the unexpected request.
Jay decided to sever business ties with his fellow founders; their stake in the company was sold back to Island Def Jam for a reported $10 million, while controlling interests in the remaining clothing, film, and alcohol ventures were sliced up. Jay signed a three-year contract to become president and CEO of Def Jam--a position he would leave in 2008 for Live Nation. He offered the rights to the name "Roc-a-Fella" to Dash and Biggs in exchange for the recording masters to Reasonable Doubt, but the pair wouldn't make the deal. "We all earned those masters," Dash says.This turn of events remains bewildering. "The people that I was helping, once they realized their dreams, they did what a criminal would do," Dash continues. "They stabbed you in the back. Think about the frustration of building a brand for years that should be taking care of your family, and then the person that was the closest to you saying, 'Nah, you can't have no parts of it,' and flushing it." (Village Voice)
Last May, Dame talked about bringing back Roc-A-Fella Records to release his artist Curren$y's debut album.
"[Curren$y] inspired me to dust off the chains. We brought 'em out for kicks, just 'cause we could. Then we was like, 'F--- it, let's put it out through Roc-A-Fella.' It was really more something he wanted to do. Basically, 'cause we havin' such a good time, and the opportunity's there, we was like, 'Why not?' ... Def Jam or Universal bought the brand. I think the 'beef' [with us and Jay-Z] was that Jay made it clear he didn't want me or Biggs to be a part of it. That's really where it was at. Now that he doesn't work for Def Jam anymore, he doesn't have the right to use the name. So there's no reason for us not to use it. It's there, and it's a brand that's not being used. So I was like, 'I'll take it.' It always meant something to me." (MTV)
In November 2009, Dash accused former Def Jam president Lyor Cohen of inspiring 2005's Roc-A-Fella break-up.
"I'm very disappointed where Roc-A-Fella went," Dame explained in an interview. "I'm very disappointed, it's like the brand is compromised. I never thought that could ever happen where Roc-A-Fella is just not relevant. Lyor is a funny dude, he's a mastermind. He's not scared, I think his influences are what broke up Roc-A-Fella. It's just all business man and even though I'm not running it no more, you still don't wanna see something go down. It feels good but it feels bad, it's bittersweet. It's hard. I got love for everybody, really. But sometimes people do things that are uncharacteristic of what I thought they were. I wish [Beanie Sigel] could have done a little more. I'm surprised at that certain position he took. But you know, he's a man and he's gotta do what he's gotta do...Kanye is a funny cat to me, I can never know whether he's acting or not...The Kanye I see on television isn't the Kanye that I know -- but I always will admire his hustle, his work ethic..." (Mixtape Monster)
Dash recently talked about his past financial troubles and blamed the media for building too much hype around him.
"I started to go through a lot of bad press all of a sudden," he explains of the period following the sale of his shares in Roc-A-Fella Records and Rocawear Clothing. "Like, the recession hit everybody, but me being a businessman and motherf*ckers getting caught up in the storm, all my issues were completely public. And completely exaggerated. So the recession sh*t happens, I don't give a f*ck." (YRB Magazine)
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By Ken de la Bastide
Tribune enterprise editor
Tipton —
With the announcement last week that the Steel Parts Manufacturing facility in Tipton could be closed by March 14, the Tipton Utility Board wants the company to provide a deposit covering a month's bill.
Company officials informed the Indiana Department of Workforce Development that it expects to close the Tipton facility, but negotiations are continuing with United Steelworkers International Local 287.
The company wants the 146 union members, of a work force of 174, to agree to wage and benefit cuts and the stripping of union and seniority rights, according to Scott Sigler, union president.
Tipton Mayor Don Havens said Monday the Tipton City Utilities wants the company to provide a $118,000 deposit, which is a two month bill. He said the amount of the deposit is the average of the three most current bills.
Havens said the deposit will cover the bill if the company falls behind in a payment.
"It's a precautionary measure when a major change might be expected from a major customer," he said.
The company has filed an appeal of the deposit request and will be appearing before the Utility Board at 4:30 p.m. Monday in an effort to lower the amount of the deposit.
That meeting is on the same day that union members will be making a counter proposal to representatives from Monomy Capital Partners, owner of Steel Parts.
In other business, Tipton County Commissioner Joe VanBibber said the county is in the process of forming a committee to consider the possible expansion of the existing Tipton County jail or the construction of a new facility.
"We need more participation from the city," VanBibber told members of the Tipton Common Council. "We have 15 people interested in serving on the committee, but most are from the county."
He said residents of the city of Tipton will be obligated for one-third of the costs of a new jail or renovation of the existing facility.
VanBibber said the commissioners hope to appoint the committee Jan. 28, and the group will start organizing February.
Mayor Don Havens said he submitted his name to serve on the committee.
"There is a strong interest in the jail from a fiscal standpoint," Havens said.
Consultants made a recommendation to consider consolidating the Tipton County Sheriff's Department and the Tipton Police Department in the same facility, if a new jail is constructed.
The recommendation was for construction of a new 100-bed jail facility for Tipton County. The consultants estimated the cost at between $7 million and $11 million. The consultants said it would be difficult to expand the existing jail because of its current location.
Havens said there is an interest in locating the police department in the jail facility, indicating there could be a savings in administrative costs.


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DC right-hander Garrett Mock makes his third start of the Spring tonight against the Atlanta Braves in Washington's spring home, Viera, Florida's Space Coast Stadium, where the soon-to-be-27-year-old will makes his case for inclusion on the Nats' Opening Day roster and in the starting rotation. (0-1) with a 3.60 ERA in 2 starts and 5.0 IP so far in Grapefruit League action, Mock's given up 8 hits, 1 HR and 2 ER while recording 3 K's without issuing a walk. Mock' s opponent on the hill, the Braves' Derek Lowe, held the Nationals scoreless in 2.0 IP last Friday in the Braves' 11-8 win over Washington. Here's the lineup Lowe will be facing:
DC Starting Lineup:
- Justin Maxwell - CF
- Ian Desmond - SS
- Ryan Zimmerman - 3B
- Adam Dunn - 1B
- Elijah Dukes - RF
- Adam Kennedy - 2B
- Pudge Rodriguez - C
- Roger Bernadina - LF
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Take a trip to an old world of serenity, working Percheron Heavy Draft horses and old fashioned hospitality.
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Shrimpers and other concerned citizens turned out Tuesday evening for a meeting in Creole with U.S. Fish and Wildlife officials to discuss water control structures and how they are operated.
Shrimpers have long complained that poor operation of the weirs hurts their livelihood.
There is also an official speaking on behalf of the local drainage board.
Individuals attending are also hearing about the history and management of the Cameron-Creole Watershed and current water control structure management as well as maintenance on the East Cove of Calcasieu Lake.
The Grand Bayou water control structure, known as the boat bay structure, serves as the only public entry way into the Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge East Cove Unit.
During the meeting, the public is also invited to bring to the attention of the Advisory Committee any comments they have on current and past management actions associated with the structures and or management of the area.
The meeting began around 4 p.m.
KPLC's Theresa Schmidt will have more on later editions.
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Golden State Warriors (13-17) vs. Indiana Pacers (21-12)
4:00pm Tip-off PST
TV: CSN Bay Area HD / Radio: KNBR 1050
Here we go! It's the second half of the season and our Dubs travel to Indiana to take on the Pacers who are going after their fifth straight win. The Warriors come off of 2 big wins last week against the the LA Clippers and Phoenix Suns and look to go after their third straight win. Of course, it's not gonna be easy! On another note, this is Brandon Rush's first game back to Indiana after being traded during the off season.
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I know, there will be bemoaning from many why we took a LB and OT in the 3rd and 2nd, respectively. But I think Elway and Fox have shown great vision and patience and have done the righ things with these picks. Lets look at the results from Days 1 and 2 and see if you are as happy as me.
Before the draft started, I said there were some key philosphical changes that needed to be addressed in how we looked at the draft if we were going to change our success. They were simply to stay away from the boom/bust prospect, not to fall in love with a player, trust the tape, draft solid prospects that have a chance to be solid starters for years, build depth, and trust the scouts. I think Elway and Fox have followed that to a tee this year.
Lets start with Von Miller, I would of loved if Denver could of traded out of that pick and gotten some good value, like more picks and maybe Patrick Peterson. But we weren't going to be able to trade back and get fair value, so we selected probably the one player that will have the biggest impact on our defense this year. Also, the DT position this year is extremely deep, and the drop off from Dareaus to say a Austin is not as significant as a drop off between Miller and the next OLB. So this was a solid choice (IMO) and should pay long term dividends as Von "the Don" Miller (I trademark the nickname here and now) is a player you should be able to build around.
Next they select Rahim Moore FS, I will admit I am not enamored with Moore as others are, but I will admit he is probably the best rated FS prospect in this years draft, he is a solid prospect, young, and has very good ball skills, something we need. We were also able to trade back and get more picks and still land this kid who some had projected as a 1st rounder. It was a solid pick IMO, and great value.
Orlando Franklin, at first I was a little surprised, but then after looking a little closer and hearing Mark Schlearth, this pick made great sense. What our O-line has lacked in spades since Nalen retired is attitude, you can say some of our issues were due to health, scheme, or youth, but I think our major missing piece has been attitude. By all accounts, Franklin plays mean and nasty and wants to be physical, but he also has excellent feet and physical talent. This is the type of guy(s) we need on the o-line, especially if we want to become a better running team, a team that can convert 3rd and short by running the ball, a team that can convert on the goal line by running the ball. Those situations demand you have guys that want it more, that want to punish the D-line, Franklin brings that, hopefully the attitude rubs off on the other guys. Again, I think this was a solid pick.
Nate Irving, was a player who almost died in a car wreck 2 years ago and was still able to come back and be an all conference player at LB. He was projected as a 1st round talent before the car wreck and the fact he was able to come back and play as well as he did last year, shows the type of person he is. I think he is still recovering from that wreck and will be even better next season. He's another high character guy you can plug in the middle and have three terrific athletes that can make plays all over the field.
Many will bemoan we passed on Austin and Paea, and don't get me wrong, I think if we had selected either, we probably would of been happy, but I am trusting that Fox and Elway and comapny have seen much more film than me or anyone else here and are trusting what their scouts are telling them, and picking the better player for this team. I don't see any of these picks as being ego driven to show the league we are smarter than anyone else, I see these as pciks of guys that are solid propsects, that fit a need, and can contribute early. They are sticking to their plan.
Please note also, that at some time there will also be free agency, and there are plenty of DT's available that can start here for a couple of years until we get our own guys. This rebuilding process isn't a one year deal, it will take multiple drafts, smart FA signings, and good coaching. We aren't going to fill every hole with this draft, and to reach for a need is silly and foolish and what helped get us here in the first place. I really like what we have done, and look forward to tomorrow as I think we will continue to add value.
Go Broncos


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There was no red carpet laid out for the thousands of industry players that made it out to the Palais des Festivals et Des Congress in Cannes, the new home of Information Management Network's and European Securitization Forum's (ESF) Global ABS conference.
But despite the current market environment, the industry managed to muster some cautious optimism on the European market's recovery.
"I think that those of us who are here are just trying to make head or tails of what it is investors want, but we are hoping that some business gets generated this week - it would be a good sign for the market," a sell-side source said.
Those who were in attendance enumerated the specific ways in which the market will change, although most believe that the value of securitization still exists because it serves as a vital risk transfer tool.
"There are no guarantees about when the market will come back but it will," said Rick Watson, managing director of the ESF in his welcome address. "The market made sense before the turmoil and it will make sense after. We as an industry need to listen, lead and communicate."
One change that will occur is transforming the market from a seller's to a buyer's market. "Put yourself in the shoes of investors," Watson said. "Will there be price stability that investors need?"
But Watson also warned that over simplifying securitization could also bring unwanted consequences. "As securitization involves complex cash flows, if you simplify structures too much, you may end up complicating what comes out to the investor," Watson said. Investors are likely to want plain vanilla structures under current market conditions, avoiding complexity altogether.
Watson said it was important to achieve a balance between simplification and producing sound deal structures. "Some investors can handle complexity but some are not set up to deal with it so we need to take account of that," he added.
Issuers will have to begin approaching the market from a cost benefit perspective. Accounting incentives, in many instances, still exist because leverage is still a big issue and, to the extent that deals stay on balance sheets, they create leverage. "It's definitely an issue that institutions can't ignore," Watson said.
Kevin Ingram, a partner at Clifford Chance who led the opening panel at the conference, believes that the market has seen its worst month and it's likely that things will continue to improve going forward.
"What we have to understand is that what's happened is a total re-pricing of a 10-year cycle and it hasn't been just personal to the securitization market," said David Basra, head of securitized and real estate markets at Citigroup who was also a panelist.
Ganesh Rajendra, managing director and head of securitization research at Deutsche Bank said, "People need capital and this market is about providing capital." He added that, when compared to how other segments of the financial markets have weathered the dismal price performance of recent times, pricing within the securitization market has proved resilient.
Over the coming months, panelists on opening day said they expected to see the emergence of a more normal market and - over the medium to long term - securitizations will prove resilient. But it's unlikely that the market will ever see the volumes of 2006 and 2007.
Instead, there will likely be sporadic use by issuers who can pay the price and much of the activity will be driven by non-mortgage issuance like auto-backed deals structured on the shorter end. There will also likely be good demand for balance sheet CLOs from strong originators. Mortgage issuance will remain limited, although these assets will continue to be used in securitization to access the Bank of England sponsored special liquidity scheme and the European Central Bank sponsored Repo program.
On the long end, covered bonds will continue to grow. " Investors want simplicity, they want products that are easy to explain and covered bonds can achieve this," said Philippe Tromp, managing director for Europe at the Financial Services Authority (FSA).
Panelists said that they do expect a couple of bumps on the way to recovery. For one, they believe the potential for false selling exits. Secondly, European credit performance has been relatively robust and it's likely to begin to deteriorate. Panelists still think that structures would by and large hold up to credit deterioration and that they will serve as another testament to securitizations.
"The role of ABS will take on a more text book like definition, a way for non-banks to access the capital markets, as opposed to being what it had become - a mainstream funding tool," Rajendra said.
However, anyone over reliant on securitization will find it hard to access liquidity. This is the case for U.K nonconforming lenders who have been forced to shut their doors to new lending.
Players now are more willing to accept that regulations are needed to keep the market in order. The key is to strike a balance that allows the market to self regulate responsibly and also allows regulators to input directly on market developments. This year, the conference held several panels hosted by regulatory representatives across the European Union that discussed the many initiatives that are currently underway.
"It looks like we may be entering a long period of over regulation where everything we do will have to be looked at and that just slows developments in the market," said a conference attendee. "But it's our own fault."
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Hi all, I am working on my first SS website (and loving it!) for a non-profit society and have a couple of questions on modules.
I have successfully installed addressable, orderable and the memberprofiles modules and would like to know:
1. How do I get a public list of all members display on a page using out-of-the-box functionality inside memberprofiles? I only see the page for members to edit their membership details, but I can see it is possible in the code.
2. Each member can have multiple (from none to many) location addresses that the public need to see. How can I extend the memberprofiles to allow multiple addresses (subclassing?) implementing the addressable module?
Thanks in advance!
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6 July 2012 at 12:19pm
So I hacked the code to get the list to display, but now users cant edit their profiles - it just shows the list again. Lol, I'm going round in circles
What I was expecting was a combo box in the admin section to say 'Display As' and ( List, Single )
There must be something really easy/simple I am missing... any enlightenment/pointers to docs that I haven't read would be really appreciated.
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You shouldn't need to edit any code. If you enable public profiles in the settings tab, if you visit /myprofilepage/show, it should show a table listing all members. You can then click on one to display the detailed profile page.
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Thanks AJ, I knew there was something I was missing. What would be the method you would recommend to show the list page with search capability in the sidebar? Is it just a matter of modifying the MemberProfileViewer_list.ss? Or is there a better way?
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September 8, 2005 Hostway offers a live Web seminar to educate small businesses on the issues of compliance and security as they relate to information technology and the Internet.
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May 9, 2005 Hostway Corporation, a global leader in web hosting and managed services, today announced the acquisition of German server and co-location provider Server Service GmbH.
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Real demonstrated their explosive qualities on the break during a stunning 3-1 win at Barcelona in the Copa del Rey last week, in which Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice.
And Valencia, who played the final 20 minutes of United's 1-1 draw at the Bernabeu in the first leg three weeks ago, says the Reds will need to focus for 90 minutes to keep Jose Mourinho's men at bay tonight.
"I think it's going to be a close match," the Ecuadorian told ManUtd.com. "Real are a team that exploits the counter-attack and we must be very cautious and focus the entire game.
"I don't think we have a real advantage after the first leg. In these types of games no-one has the edge. It's 90 minutes in which you need to do your best, and this is the only way you can gain an advantage.
"It's exciting. I hope I get to play and we do a great job to send the fans home happy."


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Acts Project interns depart for global service
May 15, 2014
This week saw the 15 Bryan College students participating in the 2014-2015 Acts Project embark on the overseas internships they will be involved in through the summer.
Tommy Stines '14 and Brad McKeehan '14
in India for the 2013-2014 Acts Project
This summer's interns will disperse over eight countries: Cambodia, France, India, Ireland, Israel, Kenya, Uganda, and England. They include:
- Elizabeth Bailey, a senior majoring in criminal justice – England
- Krista Elsten, an August graduate with a degree in English literature – Ireland
- Jerelyn Gentry, a junior majoring in Christian ministry – England
- Robin Harrison, a senior majoring in biology – Uganda
- Joanna Hill, a senior majoring in English literature and history – Ireland
- Daniel Katz, a senior majoring in criminal justice – India
- Naomi Martin, a senior majoring in music – Cambodia
- Rachel Meredith, a senior majoring in exercise and health science – Israel
- Ryan Miller, a former student majoring in elementary education – Israel
- Regan Robertson, a junior majoring in elementary education – Kenya
- Benjamin Rosenbaum, a senior majoring in Christian ministry – India
- Abigail Taylor, a senior majoring in corporate communication – Paris
- Mary Trumm, a senior majoring in elementary education – England
- Corrie Walker, a May graduate with a degree in journalism – Israel
- Haden Wesley, a May graduate with a degree in Christian ministry – England
Assistant Director of Faith and Mission Eric McEachron, who is co-directing this year's Acts Project alongside Vice President for Spiritual Formation Matt Benson, commented, "This is possibly the most enthusiastic group of students we've ever had in the Acts Project. They've internalized the things we've discussed in class and I think are truly going with hearts to serve and learn. I fully expect a fruitful summer!"
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Whilst everyone at the 'Cosmopolis' Cannes Film Festival Premiere was wearing a gown, Liya Kebebe went left.
The model/actress wore a custom Proenza Schouler dress inspired by the Fall 2012 collection.
Her peacock embroidered silk halter dress with a black mesh hemline was accented with a thin belt.
I love her accessories, especially those open toe booties. She also carried a black Louis Vuitton clutch.
Only a model, sorry, supermodel can work this look on a Cannes red carpet amongst a sea of gowns and own it.
A rouge lip colour provided the finishing touches to her downtown chic meet the French Riviera look.
Credit: Style.com & Getty
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This seems like it's the worst time to be a Rams fan. And in a loss like this and others that we have had this year I look toward the future. Next year in particular. In a press conference after the game Bradford was upset as he should be. But something about him and his voice almost seemed like he was done with the season, and to be honest he has a right to feel that way. He doesn't have the best talent at the receiver position and even though the O-line is doing better than earlier in the season, I still wouldn't call the anymore than average or just above that. But I also saw that Bradford hates loosing. I do think he is our franchise Quarterback and know one should come in to replace him. So to help him and this team this is what I think the Rams should do come draft day assuming there are no players breaking through. I have us picking third overall, if we can't beat the Cardinals or Seahawks who can we beat?
Round 1
Alshon Jeffery- WR, South Carolina. I would want a trade but since I am not doing trades in this mock I will stick with Jeffery. Why Jeffery? Honestly it was a toss up between him and Blackmon. Something about Jeffrey just makes me want him on our teams. It's probably the fact that he has been compared to Calvin Johnson but I wouldn't mind him or Blackmon. Jeffery is just an all around beast and would fit well here I think.We have Danario Alexander but he isn't reliable per say. Jeffery's size makes him hard to contain. Even though his numbers are down this year I don't really have a problem with that. Most of us have heard about the QB controversy over and S.C. Good first round pick IMO.
By the way there is a really good article on Jeffery and how he compares to Calvin Johnson over at BleacherReport. Take a look at it at
Round 2
Chase Minnifield- CB, Virginia. Dream come true for us so far. Minnifield has 19 tackles with three tackles for a loss, one sack and six passes broken up. Minnifield has had good coverage overall. His numbers aren't great but teams aren't throwing to him too much. He did have six picks last year though. He would fit Spags system more because he is good against the run as well as the pass. Another guy to look at here is Jayron Hosley or if both of these two are off the board then I am looking a Chris Polk out of Washington.
Round 3
Tydreke Powell- DT, North Carolina. We definately need a big guy in the middle to plug up holes now that Fred Robbins isn't doing it. He has done well this season with 40 tackles with 4.5 tackle for a loss, one sack and one pass broken up. Seems like a good pick here.


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Lynchburg, VA - Road conditions are not stopping the flower delivery business.
Bloom by Doyle's Florist is preparing for their Valentine's Day rush. Despite the weather, they are making every effort to get the flowers out on time.
The owner of the flower shop, Debbie Miller, says they will deliver more than 500 arrangements this Valentine's Day. Miller says if they don't get deliveries out and bring customers in they will lose thousands of dollars.
Red roses are a popular choice for the holiday. Miller says they make countless arrangements that go out all over Lynchburg.
When employees saw the forecast, they ordered many to go out Wednesday. There were still some orders that needed to be taken out, Thursday however.
The Florist's delivery van trekked into neighborhoods all around the city. Now that they're caught up, the shop says they'll get ready for the day they've been preparing for since Monday.
"And now we're just getting ready for tomorrow, and taking those orders and just assuring people that the local florist will be open and ready to go for Valentine's Day," said Debbie Miller who owns the florist shop.
Debbie says the snow did not close them down completely. She said they got so many online orders that when she printed the list Wednesday morning, she showed her staff, joking the long paper looked like Santa's list.
Miller said they will be working around the clock to get the orders finished and delivered on time.
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