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A closer look at the Browns' big draft trade, impact assistant coaches and all the latest scuttlebutt. Dan Pompei
New Browns coach Pat Shurmur, perhaps trying to get a group of Browns backers a little jacked up, called it "probably one of the greatest trades in draft history."
The respected Tony Grossi of the Cleveland Plain Dealer questioned whether the Browns passed on a star to take a handful of ordinary Joes. Many Browns fans appeared to share his sentiment.
Both perspectives are interesting.
When you make a deal like the Browns did, moving down 21 spots and passing up a potential start like Julio Jones, you unquestionably leave yourself open to criticism. A couple of weeks ago, I examined why the Falcons felt compelled to make the deal. Now, I'd like to take you through the thought process on the other end of the telephone line.
Julio Jones wouldn't look bad in Browns colors, but the Browns like the players and picks they received in return for the sixth pick of the draft.
First, understand the trade down was not about the Browns not liking Jones. If no deal had been offered, it's very likely Jones would be house-hunting in the Cleveland area now. Browns general manager Tom Heckert told me he probably would have done the deal no matter who was left at 6, though my guess is if Marcel Dareus had been on the board, it would have given the Browns pause.
"I do think Julio Jones, or whoever we would have taken at 6, is going to be a really, really good player," Heckert said. "We were more focused on getting more players. We knew we were more than just a couple guys away. The more picks we could get, the better off we could be."
The Falcons thought one player could make a difference on their team. The Browns don't have that feeling. They need numbers, and this gave them a chance to add numbers with the five draft picks (Phil Taylor after moving up, Greg Little, Owen Marecic and 2012 picks in the first and fourth rounds) they received for one.
Heckert was where the Falcons are now when he worked for the Eagles. Twice, he made draft trades from the other perspective in Philadelphia, moving up 12 spots for Shawn Andrews in 2004 and two spots for Jeremy Maclin in 2009. But this is different.
The chances of getting a star, as Grossi points out, are better the higher you pick. But there are a lot of disappointments at the top of the draft too. "You hope you get on a difference maker no matter where you are picking, but realistically, that's probably not the way it's going to be," Heckert said. "We said let's try to get to the point where Atlanta is so we could go out and get the one big time difference maker. We're not there yet, and we thought that outweighed everything else. With more picks, you have more chances to get a difference maker, and if you get a bunch of good players, then you're good."
The Browns had numerous holes. Defensively, they were getting old. And they also are changing schemes, going from Eric Mangini's 3-4 to Dick Jauron's 4-3. They thought about sticking with a three man front just because of the personnel difficulties changing schemes can cause. This trade empowered them to make the switch because it resulted in the Browns getting two players who should be starters quickly in defensive tackle Taylor and defensive end in Jabaal Sheard.
"Defensive line was a big issue for us," Heckert said. "We knew we were going to have to get them either through the draft or free agency or a combination, and that still could be the case. We still need a couple more guys."
Part of the problem with making a deal like this is it doesn't always go over well. Within an organization, there often are factions that are hoping for a star addition. And outside the organization, a move like this can be perceived as disheartening. Heckert said inside the building, everyone was on board. He knows the only way to win over Browns fans is to make sure the extra players they acquired develop into above average starters.
If the trade is all the Browns hope it could be, it will build the foundation of a contending team. Say this for the deal—given where the Browns are, the risk was worth the potential reward, and it followed sound logic.
"We're in a rebuilding deal—the Falcons are not," Heckert said. "I think it was a good move for both teams, I really do."
Things I Didn't Used To Know
ICONKyle Orton might be wearing a different uniform in 2011.
*Kyle Orton still could be playing for a team other than the Broncos next season. Some people around the league think the reason the Broncos are talking up Brady Quinn is they have hopes of dealing Orton. But the longer the lockout goes, the less likely a deal becomes because the veteran Orton is the quarterback who is most prepared to play this season. Orton should be a fairly hot commodity on the trade market, and the Broncos could get as much as a second round draft pick in return. After Kevin Kolb, Orton likely will be the most sought after quarterback.
*It is believed a number of teams already have handshake agreements in place with undrafted free agents, and the big whigs on Park Avenue are not happy about it. In fact, the league is investigating the situation by questioning undrafted players. Fines could be forthcoming. The NFL expressly told teams they were not even allowed to contact players during the draft and tell them they would like to sign them as free agents.
*Colts first round pick Anthony Castonzo wears size 18 dress shoes. But he wears size 17 cleats. His left foot measures a size 18, and his right measures a 17. He likes the tighter fit for football. "Sometimes I stub my big toe and it gets black and blue," he told me. "But it's not that big a deal."
*Mike Martz usually evaluates quarterbacks a little differently than a lot of other people. And his track record suggests he knows what he's doing. The player he really liked in the first tier of QBs this year was Andy Dalton. Martz measures quarterbacks mostly based on accuracy, intelligence and toughness, and he tells me he thought the new Bengals signal caller had all three in spades. He was very impressed with the new Bengal's grasp of the game. In the second tier of quarterbacks, Martz liked the player he's going to be coaching, Nathan Enderle.
*Some people around the league are anticipating some interesting game planning and scheming early in the season, more so than normally is the case. Why? Coaches have more time on their hands this offseason than usual without players to coach. Bill Belichick, for instance, tells me he has been spending some of his extra time studying opponents.
*The Cardinals might have gotten a sixth round steal in linebacker Quan Sturdivant. A number of teams thought the North Carolina product had second or third round talent, but a poor workout saw Sturdivant's stock plummet. It also did not help him that many 4-3 teams thought he was not a scheme fit for them.
My Sunday Best: Impact Assistants
Here, in alphabetical order, are the new assistant coaches who could have the best impacts on the 2011 season.
Tom Cable, Seahawks offensive line. You can't underestimate the value of a solid offensive line coach who gets his players to use proper technique, brings the best out of individuals and then gets them to work in unison. Cable could have the same kind of effect on the Seahawks that Mike Tice had on the Bears last year.
Juan Castillo, Eagles defensive coordinator. The former offensive line coach will be the most scrutinized assistant in the NFL. The possibility of him failing spectacularly is there, but those who know Castillo think there is a much greater possibility of Castillo succeeding spectacularly. Worth noting: Andy Reid has an excellent track record with assistant coaches.
Jay Gruden will try to bring some of the family magic to Cincy.
Jay Gruden, Bengals offensive coordinator. If he's Jon Gruden light, little bro Jay might have a lot of defensive coordinators staying up all night. Gruden's ability to confuse opponents might be limited by inexperienced players, however, especially if Carson Palmer doesn't come back.
Ray Horton, Cardinals defensive coordinator. He isn't making wholesale changes in the Cardinals' scheme, but he is bringing the Steelers' aggressive mentality. Look for more blitzing and risk taking.
Dick Jauron, Browns defensive coordinator. This proven defensive signal caller is converting the Browns to a four man front. The players will like playing for him, and Jauron could have quick success.
Sean McDermott, Panthers defensive coordinator. Free from the shadow of Jim Johnson, McDermott may cut loose in Carolina. Too bad he doesn't have more to work with.
Chuck Pagano, Ravens defensive coordinator. The former secondary coach of the Ravens is well liked in the locker room and in the front office. He can take a very good defense and make it better.
Wade Phillips, Texans defensive coordinator. As I wrote about last week, he's making some radical changes that could backfire, going from a 4-3 to a 3-4. But if Phillips is flexible enough, he could have some success because he has quite a bit of talent to work with.
Rob Ryan, Cowboys defensive coordinator. A little of the Ryan temperament is likely to go over well in Big D. He's got some horses to ride and he'll ride them.
Dave Wannstedt, Bills assistant head coach. His experience as a head coach at the NFL and college levels should make Wannstedt a valuable resource for head coach Chan Gailey.
Scout Talk: Draft before free agency
I took a survey of front office men last week to ask if they liked having the draft before free agency, and the overwhelming response was they did. Only one man said it didn't matter to him because it didn't change his team's philosophy of drafting the best available player.
But six others said they like it this way, even though there is little hope of it remaining like this. A sampling of comments:
"Since we were able to address some needs in the draft, it will help us not to have to overpay for a guy who may not be all we want. Free agency always is a little scary."
"Having the draft first allows you to focus more on the best available player. You know you don't have to reach as much because you can always fill needs in free agency."
"Draft first allows teams to spend money more wisely. You can manage your budget better. With free agency first, you don't know what will be available to you in the draft so you take what you can get."
"I liked it, but it's nice to get the free agency stuff done and get those guys here for the offseason program. This way, we won't have those guys for conditioning and OTAs."
One Man Yelp: 1964 The Tribute
When I purchased tickets to see a Beatles tribute band, I did it with the understanding the show could have been a cheesy one. But 1964 The Tribute exceeded my expectations.
I was intrigued by the show because Rolling Stone Magazine called it "the best Beatles tribute on earth." This was no garage band playing the county pumpkin festival. That was pretty evident when they came onstage with eight guitars to choose from. I later learned this band has been together 27 years (the members must be nearly as old as the real Beatles), plays more than 100 shows a year and has appeared at Carnegie Hall 11 times.
They captured the sound of the early Beatles quite remarkably. If you closed your eyes and let yourself get caught up in the moment, you could forget you were listening to impersonators. The star of the show was John, who's husky, throaty voice was perfect. He even held his guitar high, with his arm wrapped around instrument the way John Lennon did it.
The band appeared with Satisfaction, a Rolling Stones tribute band that nearly stole the show. From his vocals to his spastic dancing, Mick was a bullseye.
The best part about the experience? My 16-year-old son, my 14-year-old daughter and her friend enjoyed it as much as my wife and I.
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*Bernard Hopkins should wear a mouthguard at all times, even when he gives interviews.
*The Cardinals will benefit from the late start to free agency because they just found out last week that they have a hole in their starting lineup. Alan Faneca's late announcement normally would have left his team in a bad spot. Now they have a chance to buy a replacement part.
*Dolphins owner Stephen Ross won't be making this list with moves like this. He might be making some other lists, though.
*The Packers should not only retire Brett Favre's number, but they also should erect a statue of him outside Lambeau Field. They just have to wait until the memory of him wearing a purple jersey wears off.
*Unless Favre plans on telling Cam Newton, "don't do anything the way I did it," I'm not sure this is such a great idea.
*Regardless of what you think of the Seahawks' picks, believe me when I tell you those Seahawks execs were only listening to reggae music during the draft--not doing some of the other things that are most closely associated with the Rasta culture.
Dan Pompei covers pro football for the Chicago Tribune at chicagotribune.com. Follow him at twitter@danpompei
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Favre shat on the Packers franchise. He had some bizarre desire to napalm bridges in Green Bay just to get back at Ted Thompson and it backfired on him in the worst way. The patron saint of backbreaking interceptions also ruined his image with some unimpressive cell phone usage.
Let Favre grovel if he wants back at GB but until he does then maybe he can mentor Cam Newton, just like he did the last Super Bowl MVP. Just because the press loved how he was always speaking to them, it doesn't mean the people should ignore the last pitiful part of his career.
Funny but that list has plenty of people on it that cut salaries like Ross just did.
For some reason, this guy gets blasted and a team like the steelers don't.
*The Packers should not only retire Brett Favre's number, but they also should erect a statue of him outside Lambeau Field. They just have to wait until the memory of him wearing a purple jersey wears off."
Thanks for the biggest belly laugh of the week! A statue? Is that stuff you're smoking legal?
FYI...Reggie White had more to do with that team; success than Favre. One freaking Super Bowl win in 16+ years does not a legend make. Statue! LOLOLOLOLOL *snort*
Kathleen, were you a dedicated Packer fan for the last 20 years? I have been a Favre basher with the rest of them, but he is one of the top players in NFL history. He will be in the ring of honor and have a statue. I wish he had more Super Bowl wins, but he brought the Packers back from nothingness in the 90s. Plus, he may have been one of the most entertaining players of all time.
"respected tony grossi" = oxymoron. Grossi is actually the least respected of the beat writers that cover the browns in cleveland. Mary Cabot & Terry Pluto are much better than Grossi and quite a few people are still trying to figure out how Grossi became the Hall of Fame rep for the Browns.
Been a Packer fan for much longer than 20 years.
Yes - they can and should retire his number. Maybe even put his name on the Ring of Honor. But a statue????? Favre was a part of a team that had a dominating, crushing defense. I would submit that the whole defensive corp is just as much, if not more, responsible for that Super Bowl win. Once it was ravaged by trades, retirements and FA, the Packers tried to rely on Mr. Turnover machine and got nowhere.
I can think of 10 all-time Packers more worthy of that particular honor. Currently only Lombardi & Lambeau occupy the space outside the atrium. If any other statues are added, it should be Starr.....a better QB, a finer person, and a true Packer.
The Browns traded a lot of value to move back up. Got a great player who belonged in the first half of the draft, but if it went according to their plan that would not have to happen that way. Except from the perspective of a three team trade, which is what it became in essence, but they also went up a bit on board value for the pick moving back up.
Guess you can do it with extra future picks. Sheard was probably the best pass rusher to get anyways, all he needed was a power compliment inside to limit where teams can run at you. The two picks in combination could pair them with the ability to stop the run all game and rush the passer at the same time.
Some thought of Taylor as a two down player, thus the slide. Your defense will be really good those two downs, and leave teams staring at third and long more than their share.
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Dan Pompei,
You usually are a pretty sharp guy. But clearly you aren't thinking straight.
A statue of Brett Favre?
Stop smoking so much dope when you take your offspring to cover bands.
PS Taking children to see Rolling Stone and Beatle cover bands is unwise for a man trying to raise their chldren "right".
How you did not include Greg Manusky, the new Charger Defensive Coordinator, is beyond me. Before the Chargers signed him he was one of the most sought after coordinators in the league. I expect him to have even more of an impact on the Boltz defense than Ryan in Dallas'.
We all saw what BrINT did in his second Super Bowl with the ball in his hands an the game on the line. I also recall a special teams player being the MVP of his first Super Bowl. Not only should his number not be retired for being the total "me , me, me" jackass that he is, it should be given t0 a 3rd string punter.
great article dad!!
"FYI...Reggie White had more to do with that team; success than Favre"
White has even said that having Favre as the QB was one of the reasons he went to GB. Without Favre at QB there is no way White signs with them. Other than Ron Wolf, Favre was the biggest reason for GB's return to relevance.
The men enshrined in the Lambeau Field ring of honor have more in common than being great football players for the Packers. They also have the distinction of being great Packers. It's a shame to ignore the ill will Brett wished upon the organization after all they did for him.
Green Bay doesn't owe Favre anything. Favre owes Green Bay a huge apology because of the way he handled his "retirement". If it wasn't for Green Bay he'd have been an out of work alcoholic by 1994; Jerry Glanville hated Favre.
The men enshrined in the Lambeau Field ring of honor have more in common than being great football players for the Packers. They also have the distinction of being great Packers. It's a shame to ignore the ill will Brett wished upon the organization after all they did for him.
Green Bay doesn't owe Favre anything. Favre owes Green Bay a huge apology because of the way he handled his "retirement". If it wasn't for Green Bay he'd have been an out of work alcoholic by 1994; Jerry Glanville hated Favre.
"This trade empowered them to make the switch because it resulted in the Browns getting two players who should be starters quickly in defensive tackle Taylor and defensive end in Jabaal Sheard."
WRONG. The Browns drafted Sheard with their own 2nd round pick. This is revisionist logic.
"Green Bay doesn't owe Favre anything. Favre owes Green Bay a huge apology because of the way he handled his "retirement". If it wasn't for Green Bay he'd have been an out of work alcoholic by 1994; Jerry Glanville hated Favre."
Please joeblow that is just an incredibly moronic statement. Green Bay pushed him out and besides GB does owes Farve everything. Farve arrives in 1992
In the 24 seasons from 1968 to 1991, the Packers had only five seasons with a winning record.
You GB fans need to get off the horse your on. Aaron Rodgers would be Alex Smith if not for Farve.
I agree completely on CLE's trade. Holmgren is doing what he did in GB and SEA and it's a smart move. In early rebuilding years, he gets extra picks and signs several B level FAs to fill holes in the line up. Then in years 3+ he upgrades those players through the draft and selected FAs and by year 4 or 5 has a competitive team. In CLE's case, that is the right thing to do. CLE has a much poorer roster than either GB or SEA, so it may take longer. The average fan can't wait and expects the star, but CLE is taking the right approach.
On the Favre issue, I see the retired # and ring of honor, the statue is a stretch right now, but maybe in time. Favre acted attrociously toward the GB fans and doesn't deserve a statue in my opinion. But people's attitudes will soften over the years and perhaps a statue will result. Just hope it is ground level so the local dogs have access.
"Big whigs?" Did you major in American politics and get a little confused? It's "bigwigs." C'mon, man. You're better than that.
A 2nd for Orton? You'd have to be pretty desperate to offer a 4th.
The Packers can retire Brett Favre's number and put his name in the Ring of Honor when Brett apologizes to Packers' fans for all the years of waffling and holding us hostage in the offseason. I want to hear one thing from Brett Favre: I'm sorry. I'm sorry that I let my vindictiveness tarnish my image in the Green and Gold. I'm sorry that I turned Brother against Brother when I forced my way out of Green Bay. I'm sorry that I put the Packers through hell that summer. I'm sorry I treated Aaron Rodgers without class.
Please, Brett will have his day, but he'll never be regarded the way the other Packer greats are now. Aaron Rodgers has already given us as many Super Bowl wins as Brett, and quite frankly I like our chances of getting more with Aaron than I ever did with Brett. Aaron has a lot more class, to boot!
Former players should NOT have statues erected outside Lambeau. This is the Packers we're talking about, not some second-rate team that's only had one transcendent superstar in its history. Putting a statue of Favre outside Lambeau would be akin to putting a statue of Roger Clemens outside Yankee Stadium.
If statues ever DO come for players, they should only be erected after the player has reached old age, thus assuring they've done nothing to tarnish their legacy, and after history has borne-out a Mt. Rushmore-type standing with fans. (Recall that Lambeau and Lombardi statues were both erected posthumously.)
Finally, IF statues ever come for players, Favre should only be honored after statues for Hutson (the greatest Packer ever, and the man the NFL voted the best player of the league's first 50 years) and Starr are erected. Heck, I might even put Reggie White and Paul Hornung ahead of Favre.


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It is very easy to live in the now and not give a lot of thought on the future. We all have real life, right now issues that take the majority of our attention. This is especially true in our marriages. Between work, homeschool and family time, we have to make the concerted effort to work on marriages right now, today.
What we often find ourselves forgetting is the domino effects of our actions. Everything we do now has ripple effects that directly impact our children. While we spend the focus in our marriages on each other, we need to realize that we are leaving a legacy for our children.
We have been blessed with four intelligent, curious and NOSY children. They see EVERYTHING and hear EVERYTHING. They know when we are upset with each other, they see us holding hands and kissing and how we treat each during all the times in between. My kids are the passengers along on the journey of our marriage.
Matt – My sons watch me be a husband to their mom. They see me when I am upset, and how I handle those situations. They see me be affectionate with their mom and go out of my way to take care of her. My sons learn how to respect women based on how I respect Heather. They will treat their future wife they way I treat Heather.
My daughter also sees how I treat Heather and it affects her just like my sons. How she watches me treat her mother will greatly impacts how she will accept or allow her future husband to treat her. Her standards and expectations will be greatly formed by how I am as the husband to her mom. It is my duty to her and to Heather to set the standard very high.
Heather – I want to set an example to my little men, as to what they should value in a wife. I want them to look at me, and not say, "I don't want anyone like my mom was to my dad." I want to show them what a virtuous woman is. I need to set an example in how I treat their father.
I want my daughter to learn how to be an incredible wife and mother. I want her to learn how to submit to her husband. She needs to know how to submit, but have enough confidence in herself to pick a man that will not use her as a doormat. I want her to find a man that will uphold her and lead her closer to Christ.
I want my marriage to be one that makes my children excited to find their spouse. I want them to know that you truly can be married to your best friend, and they should settle for nothing less than that.
The legacies that we leave behind for our children start with the actions that we do today. We want our children to grow up and find God's perfect spouse for them. We want them to go into their marriages with high expectations set by the marriage that we have today. If our marriage is dysfunctional, or if we treat each other poorly, then we are setting the stage for our children to have the same kind of marriage.
So, what is the legacy of your marriage? Do you want your children to one day have what you have today? If not, start working today to change that.


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1 Not many should become teachers, my brothers, [because you] know that we will receive a greater judgment. | 1 Not many of you should presume to be teachers, my brothers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly. |
2 For we all stumble [in] many [ways]. If anyone does not stumble in what he says, he [is] a perfect individual, able to hold in check his whole body also. | 2 We all stumble in many ways. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to keep his whole body in check. |
3 And if we put bits in the mouths of horses so that they obey us, we also guide their whole bodies. | 3 When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we can turn the whole animal. |
4 Behold also ships: [although they] are so large and are driven by strong winds, they are guided by a very small rudder wherever the inclination of the pilot wishes. | 4 Or take ships as an example. Although they are so large and are driven by strong winds, they are steered by a very small rudder wherever the pilot wants to go. |
5 So also the tongue is a small member [of the body] and boasts great [things]. Behold how small a fire sets ablaze how great a forest! | 5 Likewise the tongue is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts. Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark. |
6 And the tongue [is] a fire! The world of unrighteousness, the tongue, is set among our members, defiling the whole body and setting on fire {the course of human existence}, being set on fire by hell. | 6 The tongue also is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole person, sets the whole course of his life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell. |
7 For every species of animals and birds, of reptiles and sea creatures, is being tamed and has been tamed by the human species, | 7 All kinds of animals, birds, reptiles and creatures of the sea are being tamed and have been tamed by man, |
8 but no human being is able to tame the tongue. [It is] a restless evil, full of deadly poison. | 8 but no man can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison. |
9 With it we bless the Lord and Father, and with it we curse people who are made in the likeness of God. | 9 With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse men, who have been made in God's likeness. |
10 From the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers, these [things] ought not to be so! | 10 Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers, this should not be. |
11 A spring does not pour forth from the same opening fresh and bitter [water, does it]? | 11 Can both fresh water and salt water flow from the same spring? |
12 A fig tree is not able, my brothers, to produce olives, or a grapevine figs. Neither can a saltwater spring produce fresh water. | 12 My brothers, can a fig tree bear olives, or a grapevine bear figs? Neither can a salt spring produce fresh water. |
13 Who [is] wise and understanding among you? Let him show by his good behavior his works, with the humility of wisdom. | 13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. |
14 But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and tell lies against the truth. | 14 But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. |
15 This is not the wisdom that comes down from above, but [is] earthly, unspiritual, demonic. | 15 Such "wisdom" does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, of the devil. |
16 For where [there is] jealousy and selfish ambition, there [is] disorder and every evil practice. | 16 For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice. |
17 But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceful, gentle, obedient, full of mercy and good fruits, nonjudgmental, without hypocrisy, | 17 But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. |
18 And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace among those who make peace. | 18 Peacemakers who sow in peace raise a harvest of righteousness. |
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rag & bone – Spring/Summer 2013 Collection Lookbook
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Its home again, to the blue-collar working towns and their roots in the Appalachian, for label Rag & Bone. While previous collections have seen a influx of militarism and base-layer basics, designers Marcus Wainwright and David Neville marked a clear direction for Summer/Spring 2011 with a slew … READ MORE
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Though both possessed with an insatiable desire to conquer uncharted territories and an adventurous, inquisitive spirit, explorers today and their forerunners from the past have vastly different styles. Sure, modern adventurers such as Discovery Channel's fearless Bear Grylls and novelist David Grann who threw himself into the … READ MORE
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A: The duration of the show is approximately 60+ minutes.
A: No. The show has no intermission.
Q: How long has the show been running at New World Stages?
A: The Gazillion Bubble Show started its performances at New World Stages in January 2007.
Q: How can I purchase tickets?
A: Tickets can be purchased online at www.telecharge.com by clicking here, by phone at 212-239-6200 or in person at the New World Stages Box Office located at 340 West 50th Street (btw 8th & 9th Ave). For group tickets of 12 and more please call our office at 1-866-642-9849.
Q: Is there a minimum age required to attend the show?
A: No. The show requires no minimum age.
Q: Does everyone need a ticket, even my baby?
A: Yes. Everyone who attends the show has to have a ticket. For children under 2 years you may purchase a "lap ticket"; these tickets are available for $20 at the box office, cash only.
Q: Is the theatre wheelchair accessible?
A: Yes. The theatre is fully wheelchair accessible. Please ensure to ask for wheelchair seats or wheelchair transfer seats when you purchase your tickets.
Q: When and where can I purchase "Me in a Bubble" photos and show merchandise?
A: Our merchandise booth is located in front of the Gazillion Bubble Show theatre (stage 2), the "Me in a Bubble" photo booth is located on stage. Both booths open approximately 30 minutes before curtain. They will be closed during the performance and reopen immediately following the performance. Merchandise can also be purchased through our website. Click Here.
Q: How many people fit in a "Me in a Bubble" photo?
A: Depending on size, 3 to 4 people fit into the bubble.
Q: Can my child get up onstage?
A: There are various parts where children are called up onstage. The children are picked randomly by the performer; we do not guarantee stage appearance.
Q: Are there any exceptions to this rule?
A: Yes. If you book an Unbubblievable Birthday Party for your child, the birthday child is guaranteed to appear onstage during the performance and the complete party will have the opportunity to take a photo with the performer during the meet & greet. Click Here.
Q: Do you acknowledge my child's birthday?
A: Only if you book one of our birthday parties, your child's birthday will be acknowledged during the performance. Click Here.
Q: Is there a minimum age for birthday parties?
A: Yes. The minimum age for birthday parties at the Gazillion Bubble Show is 4 years.
Q: Can I have a bubble birthday party at my house?
A: No. All birthday parties take place at the theatre before or after one of our performances.
Q:Are beverages and food allowed in the theatre?
You can bring beverages and snacks that were purchased at the theatre into the performance. Any kind of beverages, snacks and food purchased outside the theatre are not allowed at the theatre.
Q: Can we take pictures and record during the show?
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Q: Which performer will I see?
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Posted: January 01, 2013
If you feel the need to take up a new fitness regime in the
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This was a waste of money! This did not do anything for my pimples and did not last that long either!
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I will not be buying this again nor would I recommend it.
I usually LOVE Benefit products but not this one!!
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This did nothing to help my skin! I would not get this again.
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heinyliciouz on 11/15/2008 1:48:00 AM more reviews by heinyliciouz
Age: 18 & Under Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium Hair: Brown Eyes: Black
I am half way though this tiny tube of acne treatment. Does it work? I don't know, I guess? I mean, I still get pimples here and there but I guess it helped the healing process. It is pretty damn expensive for a tiny amount. But it works, a little bit. I would think twice to buy this product again, if I can't find replacements, this will be my last resort.
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rmtodd on 8/30/2008 6:10:00 PM more reviews by rmtodd
Age: 25-29 Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium Hair: Brunette, Straight, Fine Eyes: Blue
Good decent product. When I put it on a zit I can tell it helps dry the zit up, I've been using it on my zits the last few days and there not all gone, but they are diminishing.
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Age: 18 & Under Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium Hair: Black Eyes: Brown
in germany there´s a household remedy for aching muscles called "Franzbrandt-Wein" which is something like a rubbing alcohol.
it smells the same way and tingles the same way.
this is nothing for your face and nothing for your wallet.
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Age: 18 & Under Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium Hair: Brunette Eyes: Brown
i did not like this VERY expensive but i usually like benefit so i tried it never buying it again does nothing its basically water the only thing i like is its light so and clear so i can wear it under makeup but it does nothing for my acne.
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I have used this for around two years. Whenever I first see a blemish appearing, I apply a bit of this product and it is quickly minimised or disappears alltogether. It does not irritate my skin, unlike other products for blemishes. A bottle of this lasts me around 6 months. I like the packaging, it does not spill in my bag and it is easy to pour out. It is a bit more than what I would usually pay for something of its size, but is so worth it. I have recommended it to many people and they all liked it. Yay for BeneFit!
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Yeah, this is a joke. It smells awful, far more chemical-like than any drugstore brand, even the clearasils and the like. It has no applicator, no squeeze tube, nothing. It's similar to the perfume bottles you dab on, only worse. It's like, if I'm trying to get this on one spot, how do i do so without it dripping elsewhere? It's too liquidy to even dab on your finger and then dab on a blemish. It dries quickly but doesn't deliver any results. A waste of money.
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i'd been hearing about boo boo zap for years, so when i found it i was really excited. i think this product is better when you get the occasional spot that you want to clear up.
recently i've broken out pretty bad & this product is useless for that, but a few months ago my skin was doing wonderfully & i didn't need a heavy-duty spot treatment. now, i need something that can handle a harder job & i don't believe this will help at all. if my skin calms down in the future, i will probably use this again. that said, it's pretty versatile--it isn't drying & it can be worn at night or under make-up.
all in all, just average.
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So now that the worst winter in years is done how did everyone fare? My pots were devastated by the multiple teens and zero days this winter. All killed outright on to the ground. Most in ground also killed to ground except-Bloomstruck,Lady in Red,Twist and Shout(all related )Veitchi Lilicina and oddly Ayesha and a bi-color lace cap that name escapes me were all fine. All the Nikko,ES,Merritts,Penny Mac and Redstar etc. were flattened.Gardienas also mostly gone and Camillas untouched. How did everyone else do? |
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- Posted by hokierustywilliamsbu 7/8 (My Page) on Sat, Apr 12, 14 at 20:08
Oakleafs were also untouched |
Only hydrangea showing signs of life at this point is Leuchtfeuer, budding all along the canes & pushing new growth in full leaf from beneath the soil. This in just the last few days as the soil is warming. Hopefully, the dormant flower buds formed last year are still viable - can't distinguish leaf from flower buds on the old canes as yet. Endless Summer, Penny Mac, Mini Penny, Sandy Summer & Midnight Salsa still appear lifeless. But where deer nibbled a bit, see live cane, so maybe they'll pull through. Gardenias & Sky Pencil holly freeze-burned & browned out, but their stems still alive. Tough Winter, not so much for the low temps but the extended cold without milder patches of relief. Just have to wait & see how it all turns out when Spring manages full steam ahead. Plants have surprised me before by rising again past a full year later... |
Anybody in the Chicago area or similar climate areas seeing any signs of life on their Pinky Winky, Glowing Ember, Incrediball or Moonlight? Some of my hydrangeas like Forever and Ever and Endless Summers are slowing shooting out. But my Pinky Winky, Glowing Ember, Incrediball, and Moonlight look so hopeless right now. I'm assuming that my Glowing Ember is done for since I forgot to cover it over the winter. But I really hope the rest will somehow come to life soon. |
- Posted by macgyver2009 z6a PA (My Page) on Sun, Apr 20, 14 at 9:13
My paniculatas are all starting to show signs of life. Of my Macs and Serratas, only Blue Billow is showing green. It has green from the base and up and down the canes. I'm pretty impressed. We even had nights in the mid 20's this week and Blue Billow appears to be unharmed. If it blooms, I'll really be impressed. As for the rest, mostly rebloomers, I'm keeping my fingers crossed that they survived. Still too early to tell. Hope we don't have another winter like this in a long time. |
Oakleafs woke up early and managed to skirt a freeze when the freeze warning did not materialize. I thought the leaves would have been goners if it happened. Many macs appear to have "lost" some stems and are getting new growth from the base. Probably not due to that freeze but unusually low temps we had earlier. I have an Annabelle that has not awakened and is starting to concern me. Camellias are "finishing up" on the bloomage I should have seen in January. Wisteria is is also finishing up. Roses are either blooming or getting ready to bloom. |
Spring still hasn't settled in here, very late this year. Dogwoods & early azaleas just beginning to bloom, everything in slow motion, thunderstorms today. Surprised to read this nursery near Atlanta reporting 80% of their gallon macrophyllas were killed to the root over Winter. Guess I'll just need to be patient with mine... |
Here is a link that might be useful: Winter damage Atlanta nursery
This post was edited by vasue on Fri, Apr 25, 14 at 20:10
Oh wow! At least it would not be a total loss. And the rebloomers -if any- might still command good prices if they "look" good. I still remember Atlanta getting hit one year with a long thaw, followed by a freeze that killed a large number of trees because the thaw tricked them into leafing out too early! I do not remember how hydrangeas/azaleas/etc fared but remember that it killed a lot of tree$$$. Thanks for the link! |
Good morning. I haven't been on here in ages. I was searching for info on how to tell if my hydrangeas are still alive or not and re-found this site. What a hellish winter! I have dozens of hydrangeas and the only ones that have any green starting are the Lady In Reds (both semi-protected at the corners of my house) and 2 of the Oak Leafs - Alice - and I'm not sure what the other one is. I am so disappointed. I have these in the entire border around my house. I have spent 13 years planting and nurturing these plants. They are my favorites. Do you think I should leave them be for the year and see what happens? I sure can't afford to replace them all at this point. It's been years of collecting a few at a time. Thanks for your help:( |
My Little Lamb and little Honey (?) are branching out. I have 5 others that are showing some life at the base only, not on the canes. Will hold off trimming canes just in case.. Will they develop new canes??? |
Yes, to-called "life at the base" will become tomorrow's canes so they are now in the process of developing new canes. |
- Posted by Trillium123 none (My Page) on Sun, Apr 27, 14 at 21:53
Hello does anyone know how to store a newly propagated hydrangea stem in a cold winter country?I plan to try it this in the fall. |
All my white flowered ones (non machrophylla) are fine. The mac canes died everywhere they were exposed. I might some blooms from canes way down on the plants. |
- Posted by hokierustywilliamsbu 7/8 (My Page) on Mon, Apr 28, 14 at 20:33
My preziosa also had no die back. Must be winter tough |
I only have one - an es. Quite a few years old. I was really worried it might not come back just from the leaf spot it had last year alone. It completely defoliated the poor plant until finally it was just bare canes a month or so before my growing season ended. It had given up for the year, and I was afraid it gave up for good. I've seen new growth starting two weeks ago! But I've already picked off two leaves with a spot on them. I feel like this plague is going to continue. :( |
- Posted by Springwood_Gardens 6B Pittsburgh (My Page) on Wed, Apr 30, 14 at 15:39
As of today, on all outdoor specimens: 50+ macrophylla - nothing green above 3" off the ground on anything. Not to say the buds are dead, but they look brown and soggy, even though the stems are still alive. It looks like I may have lost one, an ES, that had "tree trunk" syndrome where the crown was above ground. No nothing from that plant. Grayswood, Preziosa and Tuff Stuff - same as macs for now Quercifolia Alice - deer ate 90% of buds as usual, even though I used liquid fence on dormant plants all winter. 3 H. arborescens are far ahead, with leaves coming out along the 2' tall stems (I keep mine trimmed to that height). 10 H. paniculata are fine. All pruned and ready to go. Buds leafing out. Grandiflora is always last. |
- Posted by hokierustywilliamsbu 7/8 (My Page) on Tue, May 6, 14 at 17:55
Twist and Shout and Lady in Red, and Bloomstruck loaded with buds-see ES buds coming from the ground so some will bloom this year-most will not. |
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The speed with which Josh McDaniels's Denver Broncos career went south was absolutely stunning -- and we documented every misstep. Below, we've linked to and excerpted from twenty posts over twenty months that tell the tale, from personnel mistakes involving the likes of Jay Cutler and questionable on-the-field decisions to Spygate II and the series of losses that sealed his doom. Page down to check out the whole ugly chronicle.Josh McDaniels.
"Offensive expert Josh McDaniels as new Broncos coach? WTF?"
Anyone who's watched ten minutes of a Broncos game over the past three seasons understands that the squad's lingering mediocrity is almost entirely attributable to a way-below-par defense. In particular, the Denver D has not been able to generate a consistent or credible pass rush, thereby allowing opposing signal callers of all talent levels to pitch a tent in the pocket and methodically complete passes all over the field. Shanahan's inability to improve this situation despite shuffling through a slew of defensive coaches over the years was presumably the largest reason why he was sent packing (along with his dubious player-personnel performance as the Broncos' general manager). And fans were reassured that Bowlen would finally address this issue when his list of potential Shanahan replacements was dominated by folks like the New York Giants' Steve Spagnuolo -- a defensive coordinator who seemed to have precisely the skill set the Broncos needed. (January 12, 2009)
"Update: The Jay Cutler-Josh McDaniels Broncos bromance hits the rocks"
In the January 22 blog, "Could a Bromance Be in Jay Cutler's Future?," I wrote about an apparent bromance between Cutler and his old quarterbacks coach, Jeremy Bates -- and even though Bates left, he might be able to develop a bromantic relationship with the team's new on-field boss, Josh McDaniels. But love isn't in the air. Today, everybody hates everybody. (March 2, 2009)
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Last night, former Denver Post scribe Bill Williamson, who now writes for ESPN.com, revealed that Cutler had participated in a conference call with Broncos brass, including McDaniels, on Monday -- but the QB hung up feeling pissed, apparently because McDaniels would neither confirm nor deny that he'd initiated trade talks with the intent of swapping Cutler for ex-Pat Matt Cassel. Such caginess is straight out of Bill Belichick's School of Management (by way of the Nixon administration), but it didn't sit well with JC, who's now uncertain whether he'll bother showing up for off-season conditioning that starts next Monday. (March 11, 2009)
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Pat, you did not seemed worried when you fired your Star Head Coach. Things not shaking out right now. Sleepless Nights are a Bitch. (April 1, 2009)
"Jay Cutler, Josh McDaniels, Pat Bowlen and lying liars who lie"
The major themes of the Broncos mini-camp this past weekend? Moving forward with two new quarterbacks, hard-partying Kyle Orton and Chris Simms, and putting the turmoil of Jay Cutler's trade to the Chicago Bears in the rearview mirror. But some fans aren't ready to forget -- among them YouTuber GaryHoosier, whose angry clip above underscores images of team owner Pat Bowlen, new coach Josh McDaniels and Bus Cook, Cutler's agent, with an old Three Dog Night song called "Liar." Somehow, the video-maker also works in the famous photo of Harry Truman holding up a newspaper declaring his defeat in the 1948 presidential election to Thomas Dewey, as well as Bill Clinton. Who also lied, from what I understand.
Check out his rage by clicking the player above. (April 22, 2009)
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Mobile phone technology has come a long way since its inception. In the past, the text message was considered a must have feature. As technology and networks grew, more features were added to the point where now most phones can support application and even allow you to surf the internet. Once internet capability became a regular feature, many poker players wanted an option to play poker on their mobile phone. While not offered my many mainstream sites, there are still several options for mobile poker. Let's take a look at a few.
The largest poker site to offer an mobile poker option is Bwin.com. With their bwin Poker pro mobile application, players can play on bwin for fun or for real money. Playing for fun occurs in offline mode where you are playing against computer generated players while you learn how the software works. Once you are comfortable with how everything works, you can then play for real money.
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Game play looks like a mini version of the bwin site with similar graphics. Controls are fairly simple, but you may want to play in the offline mode to get acclimated with the controls and speed up your play. To download the Poker pro application, just go to the bwin website, and select sports and then mobile. You will find a link to the program there.
RedKings Poker is another site that offers mobile poker. With RedKings, you have the option to play Fixed Limit, Pot-Limit, and No-Limit Texas Holdem from your cell phone. Similar to bwin, RedKings offers you the ability to play in offline mode or for real money.
In online mode you have the option of setting your limits, the number of players at your table, and whether you want to play for real or play money. Play money is different than offline mode. In play money mode, you are playing against other live players. Once you make the selection of the types of games you want, you will be taken to a lobby to select your game. Once you pick your table, take your seat and begin play.
Graphics on this site are relatively decent, but not overly cartoonish. Controls are easy to use and do not overly clutter the screen. The only potential downside to some is that you have to go to their website to do any banking for this program. No transactions are available through your mobile application.
If you are a Windows Mobile user, then you have the opportunity to play Cakepoker.com's mobile program. This application is currently in BETA and offers both play money games and real money games. As hinted earlier, you must have a phone that supports Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 or higher. For some devices you may need to install Microsoft's .NET Compact Framework.
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Often that photo you've imagine in your minds eye before arriving on location and the reality presented after arriving, are only slightly related.
Earlier this year I visited a local vineyard and in my mind I'd preplanned some of the shots I thought I'd like to make. One of those plans included a shot down a grape ladened vineyard row, focusing on bunches of plump round ripe grapes hanging heavily from the vines while the row fades off into the distance.
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I have a built in 30's China Cabinet, and wondering if I should paint the back walls of the cabinet white, or the same color of the walls which are BM Hawthorne Yellow. Have it torn apart now, so it is the best time to paint that area?
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- Posted by lukkiirish (My Page) on Sat, Feb 18, 12 at 16:57
I would bring in a third color to the space and paint the back of it that color. |
I completely agree -bring in a third color |
- Posted by justgotabme (My Page) on Sat, Feb 18, 12 at 18:10
I like the idea of a third color, but I'd not paint the back of the cabinet unless it's wallboard. I'd use paint foam core cutting to fit inside the cabinet. Much easier to redo at a later date. No taping off. You can even cover the foam core with anaglypta wallpaper before painting it. |
The back of the cabinet is plasterboard. What would a third color be, above the chair rail is the hawthorne yellow, below is a caponata (purple). |
- Posted by palimpsest (My Page) on Sat, Feb 18, 12 at 21:00
Is there a fabric that will be used in the room? Maybe one of those colors. Or maybe one of the colors of the china, if it has a decorative pattern. |
- Posted by laurainlincoln (My Page) on Sun, Feb 19, 12 at 0:24
Fabric is what I was also going to suggest - I have done this and it was a lot of fun (I taped it onto heavy cardboard with batting and cut it to size so I did not have to commit) I have also used swank wrapping paper as well as wallpaper. I think this a great space to do something a little more dramatic or whimsical. |
Agree with painting or wallpapering or upholstering a foam core board instead of the actual cabinet back. Since you have two different wall colors I would probably go with a wallpaper pr fabric. It's a chance to use some thing really distinctive because you've just got a small bit of it. |
- Posted by justgotabme (My Page) on Sun, Feb 19, 12 at 15:22
With plasterboard being the backing you could use the spray starch method to apply fabric. Ofcourse not seeing the actual room and china cabinet we all are only guessing at what would look best. Would it be possible for you to share a photo? |
- Posted by susanmiller696 (My Page) on Wed, Apr 11, 12 at 9:28
That cabinet sounds beautiful! I have antique furniture in my dining room and instead of paint I went with fine wallpaper. It really accentuated the furniture! |
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