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CC Sabathia SP NYY 3 Months
Sabathia (knee) reported feeling "pretty much back to 100 percent" after undergoing knee surgery in July, MLB.com reports.
Sabathia began throwing again in September, and has continued working out at Yankee Stadium twice a week. He expects to be good to go for spring training, and is hopeful he'll be able to return to a full workload of over 200 innings in the 2015 season.
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Sabathia (knee) played catch Monday for the first time since undergoing season-ending knee surgery in July, MLB.com reports.
Sabathia made 20 throws from 60 feet, reporting afterward that he felt good. The next step will be for the lefty to throw off a mound, which he expects to be able to do in two to three weeks. The 34-year-old said he'll throw a bullpen session but after that he should be able to have a normal offseason program and plans to return for spring training.
CC Sabathia SP NYY 5 Months
Sabathia (knee) underwent another stem cell injection, and will begin throwing within the next two weeks, the NY Post reports.
Sabathia has missed most of the season, placed on the disabled list in May. The lefty underwent surgery in July, and is hoping to make a full recovery before spring training in 2015.
CC Sabathia SP NYY 6 Months
CC Sabathia underwent season-ending surgery on his right knee Wednesday.
The Yankees announced Thursday that the procedure went "as planned." Sabathia is aiming to be ready for the start of spring training next season, but that's not a certainty. He finished 2014 with a 5.28 ERA, 1.48 WHIP, and 48/10 K/BB ratio in 46 innings (eight starts). The big left-hander is under contract through 2016, with a vesting option for 2017.
CC Sabathia SP NYY 7 Months
CC Sabathia will undergo season-ending surgery on his right knee on July 23.
The good news is that it's a debridgement procedure rather than a microfracture one, which would have put the left-hander's career in jeopardy. It's possible microfracture surgery will eventually be needed if the cleanup doesn't work, but obviously that's a last resort. Sabathia should be ready to go for spring training.
CC Sabathia SP NYY 7 Months
Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said that the club expects to have a firm diagnosis on CC Sabathia (knee) by Friday.
Sabathia cancelled an appointment with Dr. James Andrews but saw Dr. Neal ElAttrache and Dr. Keith Meister as he sought second and third opinions on his ailing right knee. The worry is that he could require microfracture surgery, which would end his season and possibly put his career in doubt.
CC Sabathia SP NYY 7 Months
CC Sabathia (knee) has postponed Monday's appointment with Dr. James Andrews and will see Dr. Neal ElAttrache and Dr. Keith Meister first.
The anticipation is that Sabathia probably needs microfracture surgery on his right knee, but he understandably wants as many opinions as possible before making a decision. If he does need an operation, obviously his season would be over.
CC Sabathia SP NYY 7 Months
Yankees manager Joe Girardi said Friday that it's "fair to say" CC Sabathia (knee) won't return this season.
Sabathia had a setback during his rehab assignment earlier this week and Girardi conceded that it's "always a possibility" the left-hander could need microfracture surgery on his right knee. The skipper also acknowledged that such a procedure could potentially threaten Sabathia's career. Sabathia underwent an MRI and is slated to visit with Dr. James Andrews on July 14 before a gameplan is mapped out.
CC Sabathia SP NYY 7 Months
ESPN's Buster Olney reports that "there continues to be a possibility" that CC Sabathia will require microfracture surgery on his right knee.
Olney notes that such a procedure would leave the big left-hander with "an uncertain pitching future." Sabathia underwent an MRI and is slated to visit with Dr. James Andrews after experiencing swelling in the knee following a rehab start Wednesday. More should be known about Sabathia's status sometime over the weekend, but his situation is sounding more ominous by the day.
CC Sabathia SP NYY 7 Months
CC Sabathia will visit Dr. James Andrews to determine the next step after an MRI on his right knee showed swelling.
The Yankees haven't revealed yet whether Sabathia has any structural damage in his knee, but they don't seem encouraged. "You don't want a setback like this," manager Joe Girardi said. More will obviously be known about Sabathia's status after he visits with Dr. Andrews.


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[Newsreader] Mikhail Prokhorov is at this very moment making sensational
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Fulfill your obligation to fund education, lawyer urges legislators
The Legislature is still avoiding its constitutional duty to schoolchildren, according to a filing Wednesday with the state Supreme Court.
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The attorney representing a coalition of parents and education groups that sued the state over school funding told the Washington Supreme Court on Wednesday that the Legislature is still avoiding its constitutional duty to schoolchildren.
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Ahearne said lawmakers seem to think they can postpone fulfilling the court's order to put more money into education because of the economy, but his clients say state officials need to obey the constitution even when times are difficult.
In January, the Supreme Court ruled the state isn't meeting its constitutional obligation to amply pay for basic education. In the past decade, education spending has gone from close to 50 percent to just above 40 percent of the state budget, despite the fact that some education spending is protected by the constitution.
State lawmakers have in recent years been dealing with large budget deficits, and earlier this year they cut $300 million in state funding.
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Landing on the highest patch
farthest from the stem,
she buoyantly thrusted on the tip of the leaf
as she waited,
waited for the next calling of the wind.
See, she didn't hold a plan,
but bore a goal.
Trusting only on the emblem of light.
The maze of the leaf's veins being the map to her destination.
Near the bottom shivered a puddle of rain.
There she saw nothing reflected.
She inherited the marks of darkness
she thought of as corrosion.
See, she didn't understand the elegance of her red dress
flirting without her permission.
That dress,
damning her.
Waiting no longer,
she rode the next sigh.
Relying solely on the warmth trailing her next land.


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I was having a conversation w/ a friend and we differed about the reliability of modern pistol magazines vs revolver. I agreed that a wheel gun is more likely to work every time, but modern magazine springs WILL allow you to keep them always loaded and not fail. I understand this was a problem but it rarely occurs now w/ a quality magazine and gun.
Am I wrong? I am in the process of purchasing a carry gun (P3AT) and don't want it if I have to worry about weak springs because it's been loaded but not shot.
BTW - Is there a revolver made between a NAA 22mag and a J frame size?


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You have some beautiful specimens. Thanks for sharing. Paul |
What a nice combination of colors...very nice ! |
- Posted by gardenweed_z6a N CT (My Page) on Fri, Jun 6, 14 at 21:57
Only one word - lovely! Okay, two words: elegant and lovely. |
Very nice. Do you have more and could you share what they are? Jon |
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Love the birdbath! Also like seeing the addition of mixed perennials and coleus too. Very nice! |
Awesome, really well laid out. I agree the Coleus are a nice touch. |
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Lovely! The layout is wonderful. Thanks for sharing. |
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Your garden is very beautiful! I love the coleus in there too! It adds a nice punch of color. Linda |
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Is that a sun coleus? They come in a deep red/burgundy and chartreuse/green as well. I like that bird bath. It is substantial enough to look right at home with those monster sized hosta. Great scale. Your fence back in the shadows sort of disappears. I discovered this effect at twilight in my garden, and that adds an element of infinite distance to your garden. The fence and everything beyond disappears. Please post more photos. You have a beautiful garden. |
Thank you for posting your beautiful garden!!! What is the big, huge blue at the lower right corner of your 2nd picture? In the pic, it almost looks like it is streaked? |
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Nice layout and nice plants, thanks. tj |
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Very nice. |
- Posted by DFrench200 6 (My Page) on Mon, Jun 9, 14 at 16:27
Thank you all for the nice comments! To answer a couple of questions: The coleus are not specifically sun coleus, but they are doing well even with a little bit of afternoon sun. The large blue hosta in the second photo is "Spilt Milk" one of my favs... More photos to come!! |
- Posted by moccasinlanding z9A AL (My Page) on Mon, Jun 9, 14 at 16:41
OMG, that is Spilt Milk? Wow, I had no idea the leaves would get as big as that. Your hosta and a couple others shown of late have convinced me to get it for next spring. We're "Having A Heat Wave" here now and I'm not up to babying new hosta through the wilted stage. I'll look for coleus at my favorite local nursery. Cuttings over the winter will be a good way to begin next year. They root so easily. |
- Posted by DFrench200 6 (My Page) on Mon, Jun 9, 14 at 20:44
Moccasinlanding: coleus are great! I buy a few early, cut them back to the first set of leaves and root the cuttings by just sticking them in the ground! My Spilt Milk has been in the ground for about 4 or 5 yrs. gets better each year. My mother in law said "I'd like to have a piece of that one. " pointing to Spilt Milk. I quickly changed the subject... |
- Posted by moccasinlanding z9A AL (My Page) on Mon, Jun 9, 14 at 23:21
Ooooh, touchy subject when a MIL wants something precious. I think having a new one shipped to her would cut that short. She has good taste. My two gardening neighbors are not familiar with hosta except they each have "the green one" from Lowes. When they visited my hosta garden, one hinted "they're so BIG this year!" and "I sure like this one with yellow and a green edge." So for Mother's Day I bought each of them a 'Paradise Island' like mine, but not the same size. I know what you mean about changing the subject. It's too late to be early with coleus, but I'll catch a few reduced in another week or so. Hard to realize the first day of summer is June 21 and that is 11 days off! |
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Fantastic garden! More pics! More pics!! : ) Don B. |
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Beautiful layout. That's a Japanese maple, yes? |
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Thank you! Yep, Japanese Maple in the second photo on the right. |
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Dynamic URL landing page
Hello All,
I'm new to PHP and perhaps i am doing this in the wrong order...
I've been working on an events listing site http://www.hedgevent.com
and currently all the regular and search listings are hyperlinked yet have nowhere to go...how do i make them all point to one dynamic place when clicked??
Basically i'm looking to make a details page that displays different content depending on which one of the echoed links you click...
I was able to get echoed data from one of my tables to produce hyperlinked urls... here's the rub, ive never built a dynamic page or an htaccess file.
here is a snippet of the code the develops the links on the home page(not sure if this is right-feedback encouraged):
PHP Code:if ($query_run = mysql_query($query)) {
while ($query_row = mysql_fetch_assoc($query_run) ) {
$id= $query_row ['id'];
$event= $query_row ['event'];
$company= $query_row ['company'];
$location= $query_row ['location'];
$city= $query_row ['city'];
$month= $query_row ['month'];
$day= $query_row ['day'];
$year= $query_row ['year'];
$urlevent = str_replace(" ","_", $event);
echo '
'.$event.'
'.$company.'
'.$month.'/'.$day.'/'.$year.'
 - '.$location.', '.$city.'

';
and I am trying to get this link to direct to a landing page with the unique url yet I want to have one static page design that can be used to show those table details.
Does anyone know how these pages are created? Any help or direction would go a long way as I am lost on this after reading internet articles about .htaccess
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you need an identifier in the link that is clicked so you can retrieve records from the db for that particular item/event
the identifier can be a number or a string
in your links on the page you need to include the identifier, eg; one of your links ends with 'Cocktails_On_The_Sound-100.html'
When calling that event out of the database and listing it on the list page you could add the id into the url, eg;
then when you click on the link and it goes to the processing page you would be able to retrieve the data for the event with id = 1PHP Code:
echo '
'.$event.'
'.$company.'
'.$month.'/'.$day.'/'.$year.'
 - '.$location.', '.$city.'

';
on the receiving page
does that make sense?PHP Code:
$id = $_GET['id'];
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what should I call the receiving file so that they connect?
using the example above should i put the id code $id = $_GET['id']; on the page details.html (or .php)?
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H&M Launches $99 Wedding Gown
Fact: Weddings are expensive.
Myth: Your wedding dress should be expensive, too.
I'm a firm believer that a bride-to-be should NOT go broke buying a dress for her wedding day. It's one day. Of course it's a special day, but let's keep it real -- most brides only wear the dress once. I got married last October and my dress is buried in the back of my closet somewhere...collecting dust!
Kudos to Swedish retailer H&M for bringing a $99 wedding gown to the bridal game, giving price-conscious brides an affordable option as they navigate finding the perfect gown. The white dress pays homage to vintage 1930s Hollywood and features a fitted waist and beaded floral detailing along the collarbone. The dress will be available online and in stores later this month.
Brides-to-be, would you say yes to H&M's $99 dress?
Beautiful Things are Happening in the City's Ugliest Building
Last night during my Twitter stalking, I came across a tweet from the City of Boston (@NotifyBoston). The tweet shared a link to a sweet, fast-moving video showcasing couples who get married in Boston City Hall.
One Thing That Makes City Hall Special from City of Boston on Vimeo.
Images from this video can be found on the Married in Boston Tumblr page. Started on the ninth anniversary of marriage equality, the Mayor's Office of New Urban Mechanics came up with this great concept to set up a makeshift photobooth on the sixth floor of City Hall to document these special newlywed moments.
It's a great attempt at rebranding such a drab building. It almost makes you want to get married there, right? If a Boston City Hall elopement is in your future, check out the process here.
Elaborate Marriage Proposals: Yay or Nay?
Yes, engagement season is here.
Facebook timelines are crowded with engagement announcements, every other commercial on television is a jewelry advertisement, and Youtube videos highlighting elaborate marriage proposals are going viral, like this one:
Last Thursday evening, Chicago Bulls cheerleader Ariana Rosado received the surprise of her life when boyfriend, Shane Zackery, popped the question during a third-quarter dance performance in front of a crowd of basketball fans at the United Center. What started out as a choreographed routine, left Rosado stunned when her boyfriend of two years popped out of a fake mascot costume and dropped down on his knee to propose.
Rosado said YES.
Apparently, Zackery just upped the ante for everyone out their preparing to pop the question during the holidays!
Are over-the-top marriage proposals your style?
3,000 Couples to Say 'I Do' on Tuesday
Iconic dates are becoming quite trendy in the U.S. when it comes to exchanging vows.
Tuesday, or 11-12-13, marks this year's most popular wedding date, according to an annual survey released by David's Bridal.
"Iconic dates have become a trend in the United States, reaching new heights when over 65,000 couples tied the knot on 07/07/07," said Brian Beitler, Chief Marketing Officer for David's Bridal. "11/12/13 is a sequential pattern, and we have learned that couples love dates that have patterns. The last consecutive series of the century will occur next year, 12/13/14. It falls on a Saturday, so we predict this date could reach record breaking numbers."
Any quirky, math-loving couples out there care to share your thoughts on this trend?
Vendor Spotlight: EVOO
When you consider the cost of hiring a DJ, booking a caterer, paying for rentals, choosing centerpieces, and securing furniture, opting to have an intimate wedding dinner in lieu of a traditional (and often times expensive) reception sounds like a perfect plan.
For us, EVOO was that perfect plan. We worked with EVOO's incredible staff to secure the space for our wedding dinner. Every interaction we had with their team was stress-free. The semi-private dining area we chose accommodated our 60 guests comfortably. The food? Amazing. EVOO's menu features a delicious variety of organic, local and sustainable ingredients. They even created a custom menu complete with a photo of us. Little details like that make my heart smile!
We were able to save a significant amount of money by selecting EVOO as the location for our wedding dinner. The atmosphere was intimate, allowing for us to spend more time talking to our loved ones. It was a special evening, indeed!
If you are planning a small wedding (under 75 guests), I highly recommend considering what we did. It was simple, yet elegant. We stayed true to our budget and our personalities, and we will always have memories of the special time we had at EVOO on our wedding day!
EVOO, 350 3rd Street, Kendall Square, Cambridge, 617-661-3866. Visit their website at www.evoorestaurant.com for hours and menu.
Guests Didn't Give Wedding Gifts? Keep Calm and Carry On
I'm big on thank yous. For me, it's important to send thank you cards to all of our guests, even those who did not give gifts. Yes, I just went there. Wedding does not equal gift. While we greatly appreciated the gifts received, it was certainly not an expectation. Many of our family members came in from out of town to attend our wedding, many took days off from work -- and for that, a prompt and sincere thank you should be extended to every person who attended.
Not everyone agrees with this sentiment.
Some of you may recall the The New York Times article published this summer about a woman who wed in 1994 and still vividly remembers all the guests who didn't bother to give gifts. Really? She's still salty after 19 years? Sad, but true. What's even more sad is she's not alone. Many people take this seriously and get offended when the 'no-wedding gift guest' shows up to their wedding empty-handed. Personally, I don't have time to worry or lament over who didn't gift us. I'm much too busy trying to solve the mystery of the card we received with money inside but no signature!
Etiquette varies on this topic depending on who you ask. Here's my two cents: Always take the high road. Just don't do what this crazy couple did after receiving a gift they didn't like. Gulp!
Newlyweds, how are you handling wedding gift thank yous and guests who didn't gift?
I'd love to hear your stories.
Greetings from the Newlyweds!
We did it!
Saturday was amazing. Despite the chilly weather, we had a lovely outdoor ceremony in the courtyard at the Cambridge Multicultural Arts Center, surrounded by 75 of our closest family and friends. The ceremony was followed by a casual cocktail hour in the visually stunning art gallery and theater at our venue. We ended the evening in Kendall Square at EVOO for an intimate (and delicious) dinner celebration with cake and cupcakes from Oakleaf Cakes.
We have a million memories and photos from Maureen Cotton Photography to share with everyone, but my husband (oh, I like saying that) and I are packing for our honeymoon, so for now enjoy this peek of us on the big day...
One Week to Go!
Wow. Our wedding is a week away. And just think, I didn't even have to make 300 sandwiches to get to this point.
Any other brides-to-be out there trying to survive the week before the wedding? Here's a helpful checklist to keep by your side as you get closer to your wedding day:
A Week Before The Wedding...
- Delegate, delegate, and delegate some more. Assign tasks to people that want to help. If you don't have a day of coordinator, designate someone to hand out tips, handle vendors, and keep track of your gifts!
- Finalize the wedding day timeline and send it to the bridal party.
- Check in one final time with your wedding photographer.
- Get your final payments to all vendors together. Set up your tip envelopes and put them in a safe place to hand off to your day of coordinator.
- Assemble all of your DIY elements. Chill some wine, order takeout, and make a party out of it by inviting your bridesmaids over to help.
- Pick up wedding dress from tailor.
- If you are leaving for the honeymoon immediately after the wedding, start packing now.
- Schedule a massage and relax.
- Have a final date night with you boo.
Don't forget to breath. You're almost there. I'm almost there. Yay!
Study Ranks Boston 3rd Best City for Newlyweds to Live
Newlyweds, do you think Boston is a "great" city to live?
We recently ranked 3rd in CreditDonkey.com's survey determining the 10 "best cities for newlyweds to live," coming in behind Atlanta and San Jose. According to the survey, Boston wins bragging rights for having low divorce rates (8.9%) and high credit scores (average of 702). We also work less, at an average of 34.3 hours a week. Being the capital of the first state to legalize gay marriage also makes Boston an attractive choice for same-sex newlyweds.
In deciding its 10 best, CreditDonkey looked at U.S. cities with populations over 1 million, and considered factors like percentage of married couples in the area, local divorce rates, average credit scores, and average number of hours worked per week.
So, living around other married couples with good credit is the key to wedded bliss? I beg to differ. It should be wherever the couple is happiest, right?
Interested in finding out what other cities made the list? Click here.
30 Days to 'I Do'
Our wedding is officially 30 days away, and in the straightforward words of my brother, who I spoke with this morning to wish a happy birthday,
"It's about to get real."
Any other brides-to-be out there at the one month mark? Here's a helpful checklist to keep by your side as you get closer to your wedding day:
A Month Before The Wedding...
- Send out final payments to vendors.
- Meet with your officiant to discuss the final order of service, musical selections, readings, etc. for the ceremony.
- I've already started this one, but break in your wedding day shoes. Wear them around the house. Trust me, your feet will thank you!
- Draft a wedding day timeline. This document is VERY important for your vendors, esp. your wedding planner/day-of coordinator.
HarrassHunt downStalkPolitely contact those who have not yet RSVP'd to find out if they plan to attend. Once RSVP cards begin to come in, start the seating plan for the reception. Remember not to seat bickering family members next to each other!
- Make sure bridesmaids and groomsmen have their outfits and accessories for the day of.
- If you are like me and not hiring a DJ, create a music playlist. The Mister and I have a selection of songs for our cocktail hour and dinner music. Back the playlist up on another iPod/iPad...just in case.
- Attend your final dress fitting.
- Book a massage or spa service for the week of your wedding as a way to de-stress before the phone starts ringing off the hook with family members asking a million questions that could've been answered if they just visited the wedding website that you worked on for hours with the intention that people would check it and not call you! Sorry, I just had a moment. Let's get back to the checklist...
- Get your marriage license.
- Confirm all arrival/delivery times with vendors. Communicate this to your day-of coordinator.
- Mail rehearsal dinner invitations.
- Take advantage of every moment in between the wedding craziness to enjoy your partner. Squeeze in a date night. Remember the wedding is one day, the marriage is a lifetime!
Enjoy planning!
To first look, or not to first look?
I am a proud member of Team First Look and I recommend that every couple consider doing one on their wedding day.
What's a first look, anyway? Well, it goes a little something like this -- the moment when the bride and groom see each other for the first time before the ceremony, usually in a private setting, and a photographer captures it. The first look is a perfect opportunity to slip away from the hustle and bustle of your wedding day and share an intimate moment together. It's also a great way to manage your wedding day schedule. Getting these photos done before the ceremony allows you more time to spend with your guests during the cocktail hour and reception. A wedding photographer would also agree that a first look session gives them a chance to get creative and make the most out of the day's natural light.
The 'old school' couples may disagree with me on this one. Some are just not interested in breaking tradition. Others believe the first look moment should happen when the groom sees the bride walking down the aisle. That's cute too, I guess, but wedding trends are moving more and more away from tradition by the minute. Today's modern couples are doing their own thing.
For us, we just want our wedding photographs to be the bomb.com! So, first look it is!
Readers, what do you think? Team 'first look'? Or team 'I'll catch up with you at the ceremony'?
The Other Barak and Michelle
Did you catch the recent Good Morning America segment on Barak and Michelle?
No, not POTUS and FLOTUS. Boston.com, meet the other Barak and Michelle:
The bride- and groom-to-be are planning to wed next year and, of course, it will only be appropriate to go with a presidential-theme complete with groomsmen dressed as Secret Service agents and reception tables named after all the wings in the White House!
Hey, Barak and Michelle, if you're looking for a wedding planner, CALL ME!
60 Days and Counting...
Yesterday marked the final two months before the Mister and I exchange vows. There are now less than 60 days separating me from one of the biggest decisions I will ever make in life. Oh joy!
Any other brides-to-be out there at the two month mark? Here's a helpful checklist to keep by your side as you get closer to your wedding day:
Two Months Before The Wedding...
- Shop for your wedding bands.
- Schedule your dress fittings. You may need 2-3 fittings depending on the type of alterations needed on your dress. Make sure you have the shoes you plan to wear on your wedding day as well as your undergarments with you at each fitting.
- Reach out to your bridal party and communicate any last minute details or tasks.
- Get your travel documents in order for honeymoon (ie passport, visa, drivers license, etc.).
- For those writing your own wedding vows, start jotting down the vows now.
- Do hair/make-up run with your stylist.
- Finalize arrangements for the rehearsal dinner.
- Finalize plans for bridal shower/bachelor party/couples shower.
- Finalize wedding day music playlist or go over playlist with your DJ.
- Hire a wedding coordinator.
- Send out your wedding invitations.
- Touch base with your vendors.
- And, last but not least, ENJOY THE FINAL DAYS OF BEING ENGAGED. Even if everything doesn't go as planned (and it probably won't), you'll still be surrounded by those who love you and want to see you happy!
Enjoy planning!
Would you buy someone else's canceled wedding?
If so, Bridal Brokerage may have the wedding of your dreams.
Or, a wedding that was once another couple's dream that turned into a nightmare so now you can purchase it at a deep discount. How special...I guess.
Started in the summer of 2012, Charlottesville, VA-based website Bridal Brokerage currently has a database of roughly 2,500 engaged couples seeking a wedding for a bargain price. Vendors are also listed. I even found two photography deals right here in Massachusetts. Click here and here to learn more.
Many call the concept of buying canceled weddings a win-win for all parties involved. Bridal Brokerage matches couples who've decided not to get married who want to sell the services they've already purchased with budget-conscious couples who don't mind buying a wedding that once belonged to someone else. Bridal Brokerage gets a cut, the couple selling gets some of their money back, and the couple buying saves thousands of dollars in the process.
I must admit I'm still a little skeptical about this new market for weddings.
Wedding planning should be personal and unique to the couple, but I guess that all goes out the window if I can suddenly jump online and get Sally's $20,000 wedding for 50% off because she had to cancel after finding out her husband-to-be was cheating!
Not sure I want that type of karma following me into my new marriage, I'm just saying!
Weigh in Boston.com. Do you think this is a good idea?
Beware of Real-Life Wedding Crashers
We all laughed in 2005 when the movie Wedding Crashers debuted. It was hilarious watching Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn show up to weddings they were not invited to -- posing as distant relatives, preying on single women.
It's not so funny when this happens in real life. These days wedding crashers aren't only showing up for the open bar. They're walking out with gifts and envelopes full of cash!
In light of the recent rash of wedding crasher thefts in Minneapolis and Pennsylvania, I'd like to share a few basic tips on how to prevent this from happening at your wedding.
- Never put your gift table by the main entrance or in an outside hallway at the venue. Position the table near where the couple will be seated during the reception. All eyes will be on the happy couple and the gift table.
- Designate a close family member or elect someone in your bridal party to be 'in charge' of the gifts, especially the cards. If you hire a wedding planner, this would be a perfect task for them to manage.
- If you plan to DIY your card box, thief-proof it. Make sure the box has an opening wide enough for cards and not hands!
- If you have a large guest list you may want to hire extra security. I watched a recent episode of Newlyweds The First Year and one of the couples received over $40,000 in cash and checks from family and friends at their reception. Can you imagine if someone walked off with all
thatyour cash?! - Consider buying wedding insurance from a company that will cover stolen gifts.
I know. Thinking about the possibility of this happening on the happiest day of your life sucks, but it does happen and it's better to be safe than sorry!
Happy planning!
Paying for Your Wedding: Cash vs. Credit
If you are part of the 42% of couples living in the Northeast who are financing their wedding themselves (like the Mister and me), I have one question for you: Cash or credit?
Staying in Your Financial Lane
"The way my bank account is set up, I got a checking and a savings, but all my money is in my savings so I gotta switch it to my checking..." - Comedian Kevin Hart
Most people like paying for things with cash. Cash is an easy concept. You either have it or you don't. With proper planning you can save it. The biggest advantage is that you are limited to what you can afford which helps you remain grounded and practical throughout the wedding planning process. After the wedding you can walk away debt-free. These are all compelling reasons to stick with cash when paying for your wedding expenses.
The Ease of Using a Credit Card
Using a credit card can also be an enticing option. Some may argue that the rewards and points you receive can go toward booking a honeymoon and/or offer great incentives. Others may find it easier to track wedding expenses when using one credit card. In some cases using a credit card just makes sense. What happens if your venue goes out of business before your wedding day? Putting a deposit on your credit card can offer you protection in the event of unexpected circumstances.
Throughout the wedding planning process I've been a fan of the 'Getting Married' podcasts hosted by MarketWatch's Kelli Grant and Wall Street Journal's Matthew Passy. These quick, witty podcasts offer helpful tips for all engaged couples.
Listen here for a recent podcast on the cash vs. credit debate.
Engaged couples: How are you paying for your wedding?
Married couples: Be honest. How many of you are STILL paying off debt from your wedding?
After the Altar with Tresa & Ed, Married 22 Years
It's the fifth week of "After the Altar," my summer blog series dedicated to celebrating the union of marriage and the beauty of love. I took a short break from blogging for the July 4th holiday, but I'm back with another married couple who will bravely share their challenges, triumphs, and secrets to wedded bliss.
We often focus on the work that goes into the wedding day -- the invitations, the cake, the dress, the guests. Let's give equal attention to the 'work' that takes place after the altar.
Boston.com, meet Tresa and Ed.
Dorchester couple Tresa and Ed have been married for 22 years. That's what I call serious love. The simple and sound advice they offer is refreshing, and serves as a much needed reminder on the importance of communication. Let's see what they have to say.
Expertly Engaged: How did you meet?
Ed: We met while in college during a summer break. I attended Delaware State College and Tresa attended Northeastern University.
Expertly Engaged: If you could describe marriage in one word, what would you say?
Tresa & Ed: Marriage is love, but that goes without saying so the next word would be commitment.
Expertly Engaged: I once heard that a happy marriage requires more maintenance than a car. How do you maintain a happy and healthy marriage after 22 years?
Tresa & Ed: We are friends first. The euphoria that you experience when you first meet someone eventually wears off. Our friendship helps us to sustain our love for each other.
Expertly Engaged: Has being married enhanced any part of your life as individuals? If so, what part?
Tresa & Ed: It is hard for us to isolate any one thing because there are so many instances in the past 22 years where we have been supportive of each other. So well just say that we are better people because of each other.
Expertly Engaged: What advice would you give to all the newlywed and soon-to-wed out there?
Tresa & Ed: Communication is key. Never say things in the heat of the moment that would be hard to take back. Never tell each other what you want to hear but tell each other, respectfully, what you NEED to hear.
We're winding down to the final weeks of my summer blog series (insert sad face here), so be sure to send an email my way if you know a married couple whose relationship is all that and a bag of chips and feature ready for After the Altar!
After the Altar with Debby & Bruce, Married 20 Years
It's been a tough news week. Let's end it on a positive note.
It's the fourth week of "After the Altar," my summer blog series dedicated to celebrating the union of marriage and the beauty of love. Every Friday during June and July, I will highlight a married couple who will bravely share their challenges, triumphs, and secrets to wedded bliss.
We often focus on the work that goes into the wedding day -- the invitations, the cake, the dress, the guests. Let's give equal attention to the 'work' that takes place after the altar.
Boston.com, meet Debby and Bruce.
Before we begin, let's raise a glass to Debby and Bruce. Next week they celebrate 20 years of marriage. Some of you may remember them from this article about extinguishing the anti-marriage movement that appeared in the Boston Globe last year. Today we continue the conversation with them and learn more of their wisdom and tips on how to maintain a long and happy marriage.
Expertly Engaged: How did you meet?
Debby & Bruce: At the bar at Dali Restaurant on the Somerville/Cambridge line.
Debby: I had ended a long-term relationship a year earlier and had no interest in ever being in a relationship again. Yet when I arrived early to meet friends at Dali, and decided to sit at the bar while I waited, I couldn't help but notice this really cute guy next to me. He was engaged in an intense conversation with a woman who I presumed was his girlfriend. I eavesdropped and with just about every word fell for his sense of humor. I remember thinking, "Now, if I could be with a guy like that, maybe I'd reconsider." When my friends arrived, it turned out they knew the woman he was with. We were introduced. The rest is history.
Bruce: She walked in and asked the bartender for a ginger ale. He said they didn't have any and she immediately said, "OK, give me a beer." I thought that was hilarious and said so. Before long we were talking (I remember it as being before being introduced by the friends) and laughing at a variety of off-color and off-beat humor points. I was very interested and when she had the brass to call me the next morning, I knew this was a girl I wanted to know.
Expertly Engaged: If you could describe marriage in one word, what would you say?
Debby & Bruce: We can't agree on "journey" or "evolution." It's a "process," but that word's too unsexy.
Expertly Engaged: I once heard that a happy marriage requires more maintenance than a car. How do you maintain a happy and healthy marriage after 20 years?
Debby & Bruce: See the other person as separate, with their own goals, quirks, and baggage, and find a way to balance their needs with your own. Remember how fortunate you are to have found each other and how the other has helped you become the (better) person you are today. Do not expect a problem-free marriage, but rather learn how to navigate and communicate your way through the inevitable rough spots. And always make time to be together as a couple, doing things you both love.
Expertly Engaged: Has being marriage enhanced any part of your life as individuals? If so, what part?
Debby: I came to our relationship with an inability to navigate conflict or deal with anger. Bruce had zero tolerance for the cold shoulder or sweeping issues under the rug so I quickly (though not easily) learned to face our differences of opinion head on. He also didn't conform to the strict social code of my childhood, so I had to learn that there are many ways of being in the world, and mine wasn't necessarily the only or best way. Finally, he's the most fun person on the planet. I think I'd have become an uptight old lady if he hadn't come along and loosened me up.
Bruce: Although I am indeed a wonderful person, I was wrong in thinking I was right about most things. Debby, through the kind of blunt advice only a best friend can give, encouraged me to do something, by myself, to learn why I kept unhappily crashing against the same things in my life. She made it safe for me to let down my guard and evolve, the process of which began during a week-long personal retreat.
Expertly Engaged: What advice would you give to all the newlywed and soon-to-be-wed out there?
Debby & Bruce: Learn the benefits of not digging in your heels. Expect to learn things about yourself rather than win arguments for yourself. Look for ways to take marriage seriously and not too seriously all at once. Keep your friends--you'll need them.
Do you know a married couple whose relationship is all that and a bag of chips? Is your marriage blog-worthy and feature ready for After the Altar? Email me. I'd love to hear your story.
After the Altar with Feyisara & Hans, Married 2 Years
We've made it to the third week of "After the Altar," my summer blog series dedicated to celebrating the union of marriage and the beauty of love. Every Friday during June and July, I will highlight a married couple who will bravely share their challenges, triumphs, and secrets to wedded bliss.
We often focus on the work that goes into the wedding day -- the invitations, the cake, the dress, the guests. Let's give equal attention to the 'work' that takes place after the altar.
Boston.com, meet Feyisara and Hans.
Feyisara described the day Hans proposed as magical. In June 2010 the couple took a trip to an all-inclusive resort in the Dominican Republic with some of their closest friends. Hans planned a romantic five-course dinner for two on the beach at sunset (fellas, are you taking notes?). After Feyisara was serenaded by the waiter, Hans professed his undying love for her, got on his knee in the Dominican sand, and asked for her hand in marriage! Feyisara recalls being completely shocked, but enthusiastically shouted "YES! YES!" It was perfection.
Expertly Engaged: How do you make it work 'after the altar'?
Feyisara & Hans: Marriage is definitely work. The type of work you make it depends on you. It can be fun work and hard work. The key to our success so far has been communication, being prayerful, and selflessness. We believe in God and we believe that he brought us together. We go to church together, pray together, and seek spiritual counsel when necessary. Neither one of us is a mind reader, so being willing to openly communicate your feelings is key to making our marriage work.
Expertly Engaged: Do you believe in date nights? Do you have other rituals or special activities that you reserve for one another?
Feyisara & Hans: Yes. We absolutely believe in date nights! We even developed an 'envelope system' to keep money allocated each month for us to spend on enjoying ourselves as a couple. In 2006, we started a ritual that we will always spend Christmas Eve night with each other as well as New Year's Eve together.
Expertly Engaged: Any advice for other newlyweds out there?
Feyisara & Hans: Even though it sounds cliche, communication is very important. Be patient with each other. It takes time and work to learn and understand your partner's communication style!
Do you know a married couple whose relationship is all that and a bag of chips? Is your marriage blog-worthy and feature ready for After the Altar? Email me. I'd love to hear your story.
Summer's Here and Brewlywed Ale is Back!
Happy first day of summer to all you beer-loving couples out there.
The limited edition Samuel Adams Brewlywed Ale is back by popular demand and will be available for sale on June 26 exclusively at the Boston Brewery. Created to celebrate the tradition of brewing at weddings, Brewlywed Ale is an alternative to the wine and cocktail selections found at most traditional weddings. The limited release, Belgian-style "bride ale" offers layers of flavor including tropical, floral aromas of Summer and Stella hops with subtle hints of spice.
Want in on this beer? Arrive early! There will only be 300 cases available for sale.
Here's a peek at the schedule:
Brewlywed Ale Day Samuel Adams Boston Brewery, 30 Germania Street
WHEN: Wednesday, June 26, 2013; 9:00am 1:00pm
7:00AM: Line up early. The first 50 people in line have the opportunity to purchase a bottle signed by Jim Koch. The first 20 people to arrive in bridal attire will be moved to the front of the line (guaranteeing one of those bottles!)
9:00AM: Toast from Jim Koch, brewery doors open and Samuel Adams Brewlywed Ale is for sale (while it lasts.)
9:00AM-1:00PM: Sampling of beer-infused wedding fare and pairing suggestions from local small business owners who are members of the Samuel Adams Brewing the American Dream program, wedding advice from Anja Winikka, site director of TheKnot.com, wedding vendors, giveaways, a digital wedding photo booth and a justice of the peace at the brewery until 1 pm, maybe even some weddings!
1:00PM: Last call for alcohol. Brewlywed doors close at 1 p.m. (If any beer remains, drinkers may purchase at the brewery gift shop until 4 pm)
After the Altar with Kaidi & Chris, Married 22 Years
Happy Friday and welcome to another week of "After the Altar," my new summer blog series dedicated to celebrating the union of marriage and the beauty of love. Every Friday during June and July, I will highlight a married couple who will bravely share their challenges, triumphs, and secrets to wedded bliss.
We often focus on the work that goes into the wedding day -- the invitations, the cake, the dress, the guests. Let's give equal attention to the 'work' that takes place after the altar.
This weeks couple holds a special place in my heart because we share the same wedding date!
Boston.com, meet Kaidi and Chris.
Roxbury couple Kaidi and Chris first met in the seventh grade. The year was 1982. Kaidi recalls that even back then there was a lovable romance and shares a time when a chance encounter led to a sweet kiss after school. They both joke and say that kiss was the seed of their love. The couple reconnected in 1988. From that point forward a deep and passionate courtship began. Both shared a desire for justice worldwide and participated in boycotts against corporations in support of apartheid and fought racial injustice during the Charles Stuart case in the 80s. While students at Northeastern University, Chris realized that he couldnt live his life without Kaidi. The couple wed on October 12, 1991.
Expertly Engaged: Longevity in a marriage takes work. How do you make is work 22 years after the altar?
Kaidi & Chris: This October will make 22 years of marriage. Weve had great pastors, mentors, and elders who we owe so much. They encourage us to communicate, be considerate of one another, and make a lot of love! One principle that we practice in our relationship is to ALWAYS put our marriage first and parenting as a close second. We dont allow the children to disintegrate our relationship (and those who have children can certainly relate to this one)! Specific things that help us keep the fire burning hot include listening to our favorite love songs from the 70s and 80s, working out and keeping our bodies fit, virtual flirting (yes sexting), and allowing each other space to breathe and then coming back together again.
Expertly Engaged: Do you believe in date nights? Do you have other rituals or special activities that you reserve for one another?
Kaidi & Chris: Date night, smate night! We believe in sporadic getaways more than your standard date nights. We love to find low-key places to walk and share intellect. We love to worship and meditate in nature. We sing songs to each other and share our dreams and goals with each other.
Expertly Engaged: Any advice for all the newlyweds and soon-to-be newlyweds out there?
Kaidi & Chris: Our advice would be to make sure the foundation of your relationship is built on solid ground and not sand. The storms of life will tear down marriages built on fantasy. Our marriage is built on the teachings of Christ. This ancient wisdom has stood the test of 2,000+ years and has yielded us the most exciting and visceral experiences ever. At the end of the day its all about reconciliation and putting the others needs before your own. Enjoy your friendship and be explorative!
Want more of Kaidi and Chris? Check out their new vlog series, For Lovers Only, launching next month on YouTube and Facebook!
Do you know a married couple whose relationship is all that and a bag of chips? Is your marriage blog-worthy and feature ready for After the Altar? Email me. I'd love to hear your story.
Expertly Engaged Chats with Kellee Khalil, CEO and Founder of Lover.ly
If youre a bride-to-be chances are youve stalked Lover.ly, the highly addictive new resource where brides and grooms can "search, save, shop and share all things wedding all in one place."
Recently, I sat down with bridal maven Kellee Khalil, CEO and founder of Lover.ly, and chatted about her website, trends in the bridal industry, and wedding world domination.
What motivated you to start Lover.ly?
KK: I was inspired to start Lover.ly after going through the wedding planning process with my sister. I was her maid of honor, and I jokingly say sometimes the Slave of Honor because it was 18 months of work really hard work! We spent hours searching for inspiration and ideas and once we figured out the theme and color palette for the wedding, it was impossible to find a bridesmaid dress or accessories or hire the right florist to do the job. Most women experience this pain when planning a wedding, but our situation was unique. My sister runs Be Inspired PR and has access to some of the top wedding vendors in the industry yet we were STILL experiencing a hard time organizing it all! Everything in wedding planning requires a lot of detail and planning.
What should brides-to-be know about Lover.ly? How do you get on the website and search?
KK: Loverly is set up to simplify the process. We want it to be a delightful experience and not overwhelming for our users. Our homepage is updated five or six times a day with highly-curated content to help users get inspired for their wedding. One of the most popular features is exploring different color palettes and options from the color bar. Another fun new feature that just launched last week is a shuffle button called Surprise Me. Lover.lys shop portal has over 200,000 products from 1,800 brands to allow brides to shop directly from the website. Its a great way to dive in and get inspired.
I recently downloaded the Lover.ly app onto my iPad. How important was it for you to move into the mobile market?
KK: For Lover.ly, we want to be where our brides are. Last year, 20% of our users accessed the website via their mobile phones. This year that amount increased to 30%.
What are the top three wedding trends this week?
KK: The color mint is still quite popular right now. There has also been a general shift back to traditional and classic weddings. The art deco and 1920s look (thanks to the movie, Great Gatsby) is still quite popular, too!
One of my favorite articles on you was in Forbes where you discussed the notion of being a woman in the tech world and tearing down the pink ghetto. What does being a woman in the tech world mean to you?
KK: When I first started Lover.ly I was really naïve to the fact that women were seen differently than men. I came from the world of finance where it was all about performance you sold the most, made the most, and it garnered you the most respect. Initially, when I first entered the tech world I didnt realize there was such a disconnect between me walking into a meeting and people instantly discounting me because I am a girl and because I like to wear pink lipstick and stilettos. I had to push that much harder so that people could think that I was credible. I believe in the importance of mentoring, especially other women who may be starting out as entrepreneurs. Often times its just about being visible and showing people that you are out there doing the work.
What does the next six months and beyond hold for Lover.ly?
KK: Were on a mission of total wedding world domination! So, thats the long-term plan. In the next six months our focus is to continue to make our product more useful and helpful for women. We want to simplify this overwhelming process. We are constantly listening to our users, vendors, and partners to get feedback on what they would like to see to make the site better. We are continuing to work on updates to the mobile app. As far as the website, we plan to onboard new brand partners and layer on new features and tools to enhance the user experience. We are focused on making wedding planning easy for all parties involved: guests, relatives of the couple, and all the non-bride super users out there.
Bridal besties, the days of lugging around that dinosauric 3-ring binder are over. Dive in and get inspired by Lover.ly today!
Kelli, thank you for an amazing interview.
Readers, be sure to check out my loves and bundles at The Bridal BFF on Lover.ly.
After the Altar with Alicia & Kasim, Married 2 Years
Introducing "After the Altar," my new summer blog series dedicated to celebrating the union of marriage and the beauty of love. Every Friday during June and July, I will highlight a married couple who will bravely share their challenges, triumphs, and secrets to wedded bliss.
We often focus on the work that goes into the wedding day -- the invitations, the cake, the dress, the guests. Let's give equal attention to the 'work' that takes place after the altar.
Boston.com, meet Alicia and Kasim.
Dorchester couple Alicia and Kasim met in 2009 during a New Year's Eve church service. They exchanged vows in 2011. During my interview with the couple, Kasim vividly shared how special it was when Alicia surprised him with a sweet serenade and a live band on their wedding day. Alicia's unforgettable moments on that day include walking down the aisle and lovingly looking into her husband's eyes while singing along with him during their first dance. How romantic!
Expertly Engaged: What are some of the biggest challenges/adjustments that you are facing after the altar?
Alica & Kasim: Co-parenting and adapting to two lives becoming one.Your life is not your own anymore so understanding that now it's about building your lives together and not just thinking "ME, ME, ME!" Your mentality has to change. Communication, of course, is a work in progress.
Expertly Engaged: What qualities are key to having a happy and healthy marriage?
Alicia & Kasim: Prayer, communication, friendship, commitment to each other, learning how to forgive, learning to not hold onto things that will bother you, and having fun with each other. If you can't laugh through it then it's going to be really hard. Understand that you both compliment each other and that no one is perfect. Treat each other with love even during the hard times.
Expertly Engaged: Any advice for other newlyweds out there?
Alicia & Kasim: Be life partners, work at it together, be willing to fight for your marriage because tests will come. Accept each other for who you really are and not for what you want that person to be; commitment and love is a decision, decide to win. Sprinkle love and kindness even in the midst of anger; agree to always make up; it's not always about being right it's about hearing each other out and acknowledging each others different perspectives.
Alicia: Ladies, men need romance, too!
Kasim: Men, show your wife the reason why she married you. Don't get too comfortable with each other!
Alicia & Kasim: Above all, pray for each other daily and keep God first and you will not go wrong.
Do you know a married couple whose relationship is all that and a bag of chips? Is your marriage blog-worthy and feature ready for After the Altar? Email me. I'd love to hear your story.
His parents, her parents, your parents: When should a couple's parents meet?
So, when should an engaged couple's parents meet? Would it be too late to make the introduction at the wedding? Is it rare for parents to not meet before the wedding?
These questions came up during a recent conversation over a slab of ribs at a Memorial Day cookout I attended at my FMIL's (future mother-in-law) house. The ribs were amazing. The barrage of questions from the FMIL inquiring why she hasn't met my mother yet -- not so much. I was slightly stressed out by it all!
Needless to say, the FMIL is anxious to meet my mother. The introduction hasn't happened yet. It's not because I don't want it to. It just hasn't happened. Yet.
My mother works all the time. His mother is retired. The last get together we attempted to arrange was at our catering tasting a few months ago. My mother picked up an extra shift at work so the meeting never happened. And with four months to go, the Mister and I realize that we have to try harder to set up this parental meet and greet to avoid any uncomfortable feelings on our wedding day.
For the record, we've met each other's families. They've just never been in the same room together. Family is important to both of us. It's one of the main reasons why we are having this wedding. We want our families to celebrate this special time with us. If not for our families, we would have eloped a long time ago! I personally don't think it would be the worst thing in the world if our mothers met on the wedding day.
Boston.com, help me out with this one. When did you introduce your parents to the future in-laws? Any other married couples out there wait until the wedding day?
Target Launches New Bridal Collection
Just when I thought I had my 'Tarjay' addiction under control...
On Tuesday, Target launched TEVOLIO, a new collection of bridal wear sold exclusively on Target.com. TEVOLIO features a line of four affordable wedding dresses ranging in price from $69.99 to $129.99 -- budget-conscious brides-to-be everywhere rejoice! In addition to the bridal gown styles, TEVOLIO also features customizable dresses for the entire bridal party.
I enjoy the simple and modern design aesthetic coming out of this collection. These dresses would be ideal for a summer elopement or a carefree and casual outdoor wedding. Target is also becoming a more preferred place where fashionista-in-training types go to shop on a dime.
Noteworthy point: TEVOLIO offers each gown in a range of sizes spanning from 2 to 18!
This news comes just in time as I prepare to go wedding dress shopping tomorrow (I know, I'm cutting it way too close to the wedding date!). I hope to find the perfect dress for me, but it's good to know Target is providing a cost-effective back-up plan!
Check out the collection here.


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Moffat County Board of County Commissioners: County has set priority to increase reserves
Saturday, January 26, 2008
Craig Dear Moffat County Citizens,
This letter is in response to the Saturday, Jan. 19, 2008, Editorial Board article title "Funding Inaction."
Moffat County has set the priority in the last several years to increase reserves to a fiscally responsible level of 30 to 40 percent of operating expenditures.
The percent of reserves is not only a standard for small governments but also a strong recommendation from our auditing firm.
The purpose of having reserves for Moffat County is two-fold.
Moffat County does not receive its largest revenue source, property tax, until the end of February each year with the balance due in June.
Without fund balances of at least three months operating, Moffat County would have to halt operations due to inadequate cash flows.
Moffat County also has to be prepared for unforeseeable events due mainly to either the economy or disasters (natural or manmade).
The loss of one of Moffat County's top 10 taxpayers, which comprise 70 percent of the total property tax collected, could range from $656,428 to $5,388,964 in lost tax dollars to the community each year based on the 2007 assessed values.
It would take several years of increased sales tax revenue due to increased retail business to offset the loss of one top 10 taxpayer.
This is not saying that Moffat County is not supportive of increased retail growth; it does, however, mean that because Moffat County does have adequate reserves, they will be able to sustain the current level of services until sales tax offsets the possible loss of property taxes.
Moffat County must also have funding reserved for disasters.
The major disaster that Moffat County is faced with on a yearly basis is wildland fires.
The Thomas Fire in 2006 burned 3,347 acres with a total cost of $900,000.
Moffat County was responsible for $85,000, which included in-kind and cash support.
Moffat County has to have reserves in place to cover the cost of wildland fires, which can range in the hundreds of thousands dollars.
Moffat County does see the importance of balancing reserves with that of addressing public projects.
Moffat County is constantly looking at ways to capitalize on our tax dollars with other grant funding sources.
In 2007 Moffat County with other grant sources spent $2.9 million on facility improvements and road maintenance.
These projects included reconstruction of the apron at the Craig-Moffat County Airport, chip-seal of County Road 57, overlay of a portion of County Road 4 and all of the By-Pass (County Road 183 and 7), paving of the Dinosaur Library parking lot, a new elevator at the courthouse and a new poultry/rabbit building at the Moffat County Fairgrounds.
Moffat County has budgeted another $2.2 million for 2008 facility improvements.
The 2008 funding includes the addition of RV hook-ups at the Fairgrounds, roof repairs and replacements at the courthouse, social services, the Lutrell barn and Shadow Mountain, a new handicap accessible dock at Loudy Simpson Park and improvements to the ice arena, including heating and shower facilities.
Moffat County has also applied for several grants to fund additional county road asphalt overlay projects, a new terminal building at the Craig- Moffat County Airport and two new soccer fields at Loudy-Simpson Park.
The purpose of Moffat County government is to protect life and property and allow for economic growth.
Moffat County allows for economic growth with fair and equitable planning, zoning and building policies, road infrastructure, parks and recreation facilities and many other services.
It is the duty of the county to serve the taxpayers with the highest level of service without increasing taxes.
Moffat County provides excellent benefits and compensation for county employees while continuing to increase employee recognition and participation.
Moffat County will continue to keep 30 percent fund balance in all funds with an additional 10 percent emergency reserve in the General Fund not only because it is a sound financial practice, but also because we want to be able to offer sustainable services to the citizens of Moffat County.
Moffat County Board of County Commissioners
Saed Tayyara
Thomas Mathers
Tom Gray
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taxslave 7 years ago
Shout Out To The Commissioners,
Keep doing what you're doing. May I suggest that you put our reserves in gold/silver coins. Gold has increased 40%....stocks are down 40%. Do not buy bonds on anything right now. It is your duty to protect us financially. Hats off to you for doing what is right and I suggest you save even more.....take a look at what's going on in the markets.....we are facing a serious depression...has it occurred to anyone that the job sites in Craig are shut down? i.e., Kum & Go is borded up, Wallgreens is quiet and so is the project across from the move theatre.
The whole nation is facing serious problems. I hope no one has issued securities against our bonds of the new hospital and school. Bond values will drop 40% as well. The values of our homes, the homes across the nation will drop 25 to30%. We are not exempt from the turmoil in the financial markets not only in the USA but the world. We are financially tied with the world economy and all the economies around the world are collapsing right before our eyes.
Thank you Moffat County Commissions for taking your stand. Hold tight to it.
George Robertson 7 years ago
What an awesome response from the commissioners I for one am hoping that the editorial board is enjoying the taste of crow.
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sranger Posts: 106Did you "stomp and steer"? i.e. hit & hold the brake pedal as hard as you could?
I hit the brakes as hard as I could and held the wheel so that it stopped in a straight line. It stopped more or less in a straight line with little or no steering input...
I did not try a power slid or anything if that is what you are getting at... -
heyjewel Posts: 1,046Is this part of the way forward? Motor Trend, March 2007
Order of finish:
Last: Edge
3rd Highlander
2nd Santa Fe (Hyundai fer cripes sake)
1st Murano (One UGLY mutha if u ask me.)
Oh, and these are the old Murano and Highlander, not the brand new ones which will be out soon.
BTW, Braking for the Ford - worst in the group. 149ft from 60mph. The Murano needed only 121 ft.
Also, gas mileage - worst in the Edge. Hey Bill Ford, Mr Green Jeans, what say you about that?
This is also interesting - the Ford is about 10% heavier than the rest yet it's cargo volume is almost 20% smaller.
The Ford did win one category - exterior looks. Though the interior was back to the bottom of the heap.
Unbelievable that Ford would try to foist this off on the public after the Firestone/Explorer disaster, and the exploding police cars and the story that Volvo engineers are teed off that FOrd is trying to lower the strength of the roof in their cars, etc etc.
Hey, Mulally, what say you about this? -
sranger Posts: 106What more do you want, Yes I pressed the brake as hard as I could. I am 6'-4" 230lb, I think I can fully depress a brake pedal. I was not looking at the dash during such a manouver so I did not see if the ABS light came on... The tires did chip a couple of times. I could not tell if it was the front or rear...
sranger Posts: 106Is this part of the way forward? Motor Trend, March 2007
Order of finish:
Last: Edge
3rd Highlander
2nd Santa Fe (Hyundai fer cripes sake)
1st Murano (One UGLY mutha if u ask me.)
Oh, and these are the old Murano and Highlander, not the brand new ones which will be out soon.
BTW, Braking for the Ford - worst in the group. 149ft from 60mph. The Murano needed only 121 ft.
Well that should end the "they fixed the brakes in the production model debate...."
Does any one really still belive that an extra 28ft stop does not increase your odds of rear ending another car? -
akirby Posts: 7,757Does any one really still belive that an extra 28ft stop does not increase your odds of rear ending another car?
Sure. It's only a factor in a full panic stop and I can't remember the last time I had to make one of those. And even then it has to be a situation where you can't steer around whatever stopped in front of you. -
explorerx4 Central CTPosts: 10,005
oxford3 Posts: 5Though I find this brake talk interesting though probably played out most people have no idea about any of this.They are concerned about reliability,price and looks.You can put that in any order you wish.If the Edge turns into a pinto or corvair then people will notice but until then....
heyjewel Posts: 1,046Well, you'll just have to get used to it. Because as the car magazines compare this vehicle to the competition, they are all going to notice that is takes the Edge an extra couple of car lengths to stop. They are going to write it up and people are going to notice and perhaps voice it here. To ignore it would be stupid. Some people will voice it or hear of it for the first time. And it may save their life. ME? I'm going to point it out every time a new magazine does. Why? Because I'm disgusted that Ford would put out ANOTHER poorly designed and likely unsafe product after all the stuff that's happened to this company in the past, that they would open another door to the ambulance chasing lawyers SHOULD put them out of business if they're that stupid.
suttons Posts: 3Motorweek has a stopping distance (60-0) of 146 ft.
Another disparagement between the two tests is the reverse spec. Edmunds puts 0-60 at 8.3 seconds while MW puts it at 7.5 seconds. Both used a fully loaded SEL+.
I wonder why the differences? -
sranger Posts: 106Motorweek has a stopping distance (60-0) of 146 ft.
Another disparagement between the two tests is the reverse spec. Edmunds puts 0-60 at 8.3 seconds while MW puts it at 7.5 seconds. Both used a fully loaded SEL+.
I wonder why the differences?
Different road surfaces can yield different stopping results. So far the braking test of the Edge have ranged from 146' - 161'. Take the average and you are over 150'. The same is true of acceleration test preformed on differnet days and locations. One done on a cool dry day near sea level where the air is more dense might have a 25hp ( or more ) advantage over a test preformed on a hot humid day at higher elevation.
The best test are ones where different vehicles are tested on the same day on the same road surface. This shows the true performance differences. The MT test for example showed a 28ft difference between the best in class and worst in class on braking on the same road surface... -
heyjewel Posts: 1,046Good response.
There is also the question of options on the cars, particularly was it a FWD or AWD. I read the Motorweek article and they never said which drivetrain theirs' had. The AWD will be slower for sure.
The March 07 Motor Trend test used and AWD w/big moonroof option. They got 7.7 0-60 time. And 16.8 all round mpg.
BTW, I am very unimpressed with motorweeks 'tests' or 'reviews' or whatever they call em. They seem to be little more than resated advertising. -
wwest Posts: 10,706for any modern day vehicle will be the result of an engineering compromise between two opposing "forces". Stopping distance vs directional control.
On a dry high traction pavement the shortest stopping distance might very well be attained by disabling ABS. But then you risk losing control of the vehicle due to inadvertent lock up of the front wheels, or even the rears for that matter.
It will be interesting to see how long it takes those very same engineers to figure out that the best of all worlds would be to disable ABS unless VSC indicates an impending loss of directional control.
So, that extra stopping distance for the Ford Edge may very well be a GOOD compromise. -
heyjewel Posts: 1,046I see. So vehicle weight or size of actual braking surfaces do not enter the equation? Very interesting. Why not just stop the thing like Fred Flintstone then with a good pair of boots pressed against the pavement?
*Maybe* what you're saying is that the Edge, given it's weight and choice of brake sizing and hardware, could not stop quicker unless it lost directional control? I dunno. Are you a Ford engineer? -
lateralg Posts: 929The statement:
"It will be interesting to see how long it takes those very same engineers to figure out that the best of all worlds would be to disable ABS unless VSC indicates an impending loss of directional control."
Is totally out of touch with reality. PLEASE stop making recommendations that, if followed, endangers people's lives.
I've had a career as an enigneer in the auto industry, a significant portion intimately with brake systems, and I know from experience that disabling the ABS is one of the dumbest thing a vehicle owner could do. -
heyjewel Posts: 1,046"Why not just stop the thing like Fred Flintstone then with a good pair of boots pressed against the pavement?
I estimate that would take about 3,000 feet starting at 60 mph in a two ton vehicle.
tidester, host"
HAHA Yeah, but if it's in a straight line, maybe it's a GOOD compromise! And, what size foot did you assume? :>) -
frizz2112 Posts: 84I have to admit I was pulling for the Edge to do better in the MT test now that they have a full production vehicle. While it seems Ford did re-calibrate the stability control system since the pre production models were tested, the other flaws remain. There is no longer any denying that the Edge has a significant disadvantage in breaking. You can write off one or maybe two tests, but when every single test done on a vehicle shows that it has long breaking distances, then it does. Seat of the pants impressions cannot tell you how long your breaking distances are.
I also didn't realize how much of a disadvantage the Edge has from a packaging standpoint. Add to this the visibility issues, weight and mileage issues, and interior quality issues, and it seems Ford has produced a bunt when they needed a home run. I mean really, every car in that test has been on the market for a while; did Ford bother to test any of them? How to you release a car like this that you know isn't going to measure up?
I'll still give one of these a drive for myself, largely because I'm a Ford fan and I really like the looks of this car, but I don't expect to be terribly surprised. The Edge seems to be the opposite of the 500; a great looking car with not a whole lot going for it beyond that. I hope for Ford's sake that the Edge's looks can carry it until some of the shortcomings are addressed. Once again, it looks like we've got another "yeah, but wait for the two year refresh" scenario. -
akirby Posts: 7,757There is no longer any denying that the Edge has a significant disadvantage in breaking.
I expect the Edge to be as reliable as the Fusion which means it is not likely to break. :P
Seriously though, it looks like Ford did the same thing with the Edge that it did with the Fusion - engineer to a price point $2K less than the competition (in this case the Murano). This requires compromises in some areas. Note this was done prior to the new regime and I don't think you'll see that going forward.
I've heard from one of the engineers that they're switching to Michelins for 2008 and that should improve the braking. -
baggs32 Posts: 3,223I just can't believe that they market it as power fold seats.
Where did you see them listed as "power fold seats"? Ford calls it the "EasyFold™ remote second row seat-back release" on their site. If you ask me both say that the folding action is power activated and has nothing to do with the action of retracting them to their upright positions.
The system in the Expedition, Explorer and some others is called the "3rd Row PowerFold™ seat" and they do go up and down with the touch of a button. Ironically, that name doesn't tell me that it folds them back up either but the two names are definitely different. -
wwest Posts: 10,706In Ford's "corner" on this.
The "job" of the ABS ECU firmware is to detect impending wheel lock-up (it doesn't wait for the wheel to actually "lock", it "looks" at the rate at which the tire is slowing toward lock) during braking as early as is feasibly possible given current technological product availability and cost.
Ideally ABS could use a linear servo system but due to current product COST limitations it must use a "bang-bang", PWM, Pulse-Width Modulation,type servo loop.
Another cost related compromise.
There are so many variables, roadbed type, roadbed condition, tire adhesions, etc, etc, etc, involved in this it is incomprehensible for most of us to get our minds around the problem.
If you read up on current information in this subject you will find while that is sometimes the result, ABS is NOT designed into these systems as an aid in stopping quicker or in a shorter distance.
It is there SOLELY to help you maintain directional control, allow you to provide stearing inputs if needed, and/or prevent under/overstearing during severe or hard braking where otherwise you might lose control due to brake induced lockup.
VSC can detect the onset of skidding, overstearing or understearing, and react with corrective measures, long before your own seat-of-the-pants sensor will.
So why not delay the onset of ABS activation until these is an impending or actual need for it as an aid to maintaining directional control?
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dgingerich wrote:Pink? Are we sure these aren't "Grandma X" speakers?
That's what I first saw when I read the title.
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KLUNGSA wrote:I read Grandma X too. The scene from the Wedding Singer went through my head.
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