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Thank YOU! With your help, we raised in excess of $120,000 in net proceeds from our 2nd Annual Cocktails and Cleats celebration on March 12th. These contributions will be instrumental in advancing our mission of providing opportunities for children through the power of relationships and transformation. A change in the areas of: education, community, health and recreation. |
Thanks to your support, we will be able to continue to provide these programs and opportunities to the youth of Chester and the Greater Philadelphia Region. Character development, enhanced academic performance and nutritional education remain the focal points of the Foundation's programming initiatives. Your contributions will serve to ensure that these areas continue to be both impactful and inclusive of the children we serve. The evening also provided an opportunity to highlight the good work of two friends and soccer partners in our community. We were honored to recognize and celebrate the outstanding achievements of legendary coach and US National Team Player, Pennsylvania's favorite son, Walter Bahr and Philadelphia's own Bob Kozlowski; teacher, coach, administrator and loyal volunteer. These two men underscore the idea that, together, we can Be The Change! Your contribution will allow the Foundation to continue to promote the character values of integrity, effort, accountability and pride. Thanks again for your willingness to change a generation, one relationship at a time. |
With gratitude, |
This week I want mix it up a little and instead of focusing on one topic I want to write a post about ten (10) quick fitness tips. I hope that one of these tips will help you reach your fitness and health goals in 2014.
1. When it comes to warming up most athletes would rather skip the warm up and get right into their training. I understand that things like foam rolling and dynamic movements are not the most exciting drills, however, I believe a proper warm up sets the tone for training. I truly believe spending 15-20 minutes at the start of every session on soft tissue and range of motion drills/movement patterns is important to your long term health.
2. Running wind sprints/gassers at the end of training is NOT speed training. Doing these types of runs has its place when it comes to training. However, if your goal is speed training you need to do your speed work at the beginning of your training session when your central nervous system is alert and fresh. Also, the time spent doing speed training should be short with a long recovery between each run.
3. High school female athletes would all benefit from incorporating strength training into their routine. Simple total body movements like kettlebell deadlifts, band assisted pull-ups and one-arm rows would go a long ways towards improving their strength and performance. In my experience, female athletes who can demonstrate adequate levels of strength both perform better on the field/court and have a lesser chance of injury.
4. If you have chronically tight hamstrings find someone who can teach you how to reposition your pelvis and breath more efficiently instead of just lying on your back and cranking in your hamstrings. You will be amazed how simple solutions can affect how your hamstrings feel. I would recommend that you seek out the expertise of someone who has taken a course by the Postural Restoration Institute.
5. Instead of following the latest diet fad in an effort to lose fat listen to your body and find out what works for you. Eat real food, make small changes that can eventually become habits and finally look at your health as a long term plan not a quick fix.
6. Going for a walk outside is a great way to reduce your stress and improve your health.
7. If you want abs I would recommend that you look for them in the kitchen not at the seated crunch machine. Clean up your nutrition and implement strength training into your routine and you may find your abs by summer.
8. The majority of runners would benefit greatly by implementing both power and strength training into their program. I believe by cutting back on mileage and implementing a good strength training program runners can reduce their chance of injuries.
9. Learn to decelerate properly if you want to excel on a field or court. Athletes that can decelerate and then accelerate can change the game.
10. Stand in front of a mirror and the muscles that you can't see (i.e. glutes, hamstrings, upper back) are the ones that you most likely need to spend more time training. The muscles in the front are your "show muscles" and the muscles in the back are your "go" muscles. Make sure that you have a good balance between the two if you want to have a balanced program.
Hopefully you can benefit from a few of these tips. Good luck with your training!
Union strength and conditioning coach Kevin Miller is also a featured panelist in the Sports Doc blog: philly.com/philly/blogs/sportsdoc on Philly.com. For best practices along with additional health and fitness tips, check out: Philly.com/Health
On Friday, Jan. 31, the Philadelphia Union Foundation hosted a PowerPoint presentation to students at YSC Academy to discuss the importance of giving back to the community. The presentation primarily focused on educating youth and promoting values such as integrity, trust, respect and accountability.
The event addressed how soccer can be used as a tool for social change. Rick Jacobs, the keynote speaker and executive director of the Philadelphia Union Foundation, discussed how students now have a chance to change their community by giving back in their own unique way.
Students here have the opportunity to get something from the game and have the chance to give back. "The plan is to go beyond the soccer fields and give back, because that's what it's all about," said Jacobs.
- Click the graphic for more information on Cocktails and Cleats gala
Many athletes are living examples that excellence is a reinforcing value for success. Jacobs went on to connect the game of soccer to real life. "In a game, you are constantly thinking about the next play. Where am I taking this touch? Where is my next pass going? Where can I change the game?" said Jacobs. "In life, your vision should always be up. Look to see where you can make the greatest impact -- where can I make a change?"
While the Foundation is still young, it has already completed many projects. As part of its efforts to give back to the community, the presentation reiterated the critical need for change in Chester. Jacobs encouraged students to think about what they can do to make a difference in Chester.
"You can't do 1,000 things, but one small thing can make a difference," said Jacobs who believes that giving back and helping out within the community is something that everyone should be involved with.
The Foundation presentation not only focused on giving back, but also becoming a well-rounded person. It aims to provide a positive impact in character development by developing athletes into men that can connect the skills learned on the field to real life. "It is important to complete the circle," said Jacobs. "Not only developing as an athlete, but as a person and player."
The YSC Academy students understand that giving as much on the field as off the field is the ultimate success in life. The off field wins can be seen through volunteering with charitable outreach programs and community initiatives. The students already came up with their own ideas such as Breast Cancer Awareness walks, soccer tennis tournament and AIDS and HIV fundraisers.
After the warming applause, the students broke into groups to continue working on their community projects that will be used in conjunction with the Foundation over the new few months.
Perhaps the one great thing of note: throughout the hour long presentation, Jacobs routinely came back to one phrase: "You have to willingly sacrifice."
He describes those who want the quick rewards are those who do not willingly sacrifice. To Jacobs, selfless sacrifice reap rewards down the road that becomes apart of you -- and it's this notion that can become the cornerstone for success.
For more on Philadelphia Union Foundation and its mission, visit: http://www.philadelphiaunion.com/foundation
Union intern Jaclyn Cammarata authored this report
Comcast SportsNet's Amy Fadool will emcee annual marquee event honoring Pennsylvania soccer's "favorite sons" Bahr and Kozlowski
The Philadelphia Union Foundation will hold its annual "Cocktails & Cleats" gala on Wednesday, March 12 at 6:00 p.m. at Vie in Philadelphia. The gala will feature the entire Philadelphia Union team and Technical Staff and will be emceed by Comcast SportsNet anchor and "State of the Union" host Amy Fadool.
The Philadelphia Union Foundation is dedicated to the young people of Chester and the Greater Philadelphia Region. Character development, enhanced academic performance and nutritional education remain the focal point of the Foundation's programming initiatives. Using soccer as a conduit for change, the Foundation reinforces character values of integrity, effort, accountability and pride.
Last year's Cocktails and Cleats celebration was extremely successful, netting over $50,000 to benefit the Philadelphia Union Foundation.
The night will also honor Philadelphia's own Walter Bahr with a lifetime achievement award, while Bob Kozlowski will receive the Foundation's "Building Blocks" Award. The "Building Blocks" award recognizes an individual who has shown selfless dedication to the Foundation's four Building Blocks: Community, Health, Education & Recreation in the communities of Chester and the Greater Philadelphia Region.
"The Greater Philadelphia region has such a long history with so many legendary soccer people like Walter and Bob," said Philadelphia Union CEO & Operating Partner Nick Sakiewicz. "The Philadelphia Union and The Philadelphia Foundation are fortunate to be able to honor two men who have given so much to our city, our state, our country and to the game that we all love. We feel privileged that both Walter and Bob are allowing us to share their wonderful achievements on and off the pitch at our second annual Cocktails & Cleats celebration."
Bahr is considered to be one of the greatest soccer players that the United States has ever produced. The long-time captain of the U.S. Men's National Team and a member of the 1948 Olympic team, Bahr led the 1950 World Cup squad to a historic 1-0 defeat of England, which is considered to be one of the biggest upsets in sports history. After retiring from an illustrious playing career, Bahr went on to coach the men's soccer teams at Temple and Penn State Universities, leading the Nittany Lions to 14 NCAA Tournaments.
"The Philadelphia Union Foundation is pleased to honor Bob Kozlowski as recipient of our "Building Blocks" Award and to recognize Walter Bahr for his distinguished service to soccer," said Philadelphia Union Foundation Chairman Mike Curry. "The Foundation "provides opportunities for children through the power of relationships to offer transformational change." Bob and Walter are wonderful examples of how generosity and commitment to helping others provides the fuel for transformational change. Their impact to soccer and our community are worthy of recognition and we are grateful for the opportunity to celebrate their contributions.
Kozlowski has been very active in the Pennsylvania soccer community for over 40 years as a dedicated teacher, volunteer and community leader. As president of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Soccer Hall of Fame, Kozlowski is the originator and director of the organization's "Coats for Chester" campaign, which has collected and distributed thousands of coats in the city over the past three years. He was the recipient of the Philadelphia Union's Hometown Hero award in 2012 for his work in the community, and was inducted into the Southeastern Pennsylvania Soccer Hall of Fame. His tireless efforts have made a lasting impact on a new generation of soccer enthusiasts.
For more information on how to become a sponsor or to register for this year's event, please visit http://www.philadelphiaunion.com/foundation/cocktailscleats/sponsors
Keystone Sports and Entertainment, LLC, is the ownership group of Philadelphia Union led by CEO & Operating Partner Nick Sakiewicz. The group launched the Philadelphia Union's inaugural season on March 25, 2010 and opened PPL Park on June 27, 2010. Since joining the MLS, the Union have faced off against European powers Celtic FC, Manchester United, Everton, Real Madrid, Schalke 04, Aston Villa, Stoke City FC and Mexican powers Chivas de Guadalajara and Pumas UNAM. PPL Park holds approximately 18,500 seats and has hosted various events such as the 2012 MLS All-Star Game, USWNT vs. China, 2012 Army/Navy Soccer Cup, 2012 and 2013 Big East Men's Soccer Championship and 2011 and 2012 USA Sevens Collegiate Rugby Championships and the 2013 Men's College Cup. For more information about Philadelphia Union, visit www.philadelphiaunion.com
The Philadelphia Union Foundation is a registered 501c3 in the vision of Philadelphia Union, a professional soccer team that participates in Major League Soccer (MLS). The Foundation provides opportunities for children through the power of relationships to offer transformational change in the areas of education, community, health and recreation. It is our aim to have a positive impact on these children with respect to character development, academic performance and physical well being. Philadelphia Union Foundation will use soccer as a conduit for change by reinforcing character values of integrity, effort, accountability and pride. For more information on The Philadelphia Union Foundation, visit www.philadelphiaunion.com/foundation.
Total jackpot of $17,230 raised in first-ever 50/50 Raffle at PPL Park
Chester, Pa. (May 7, 2013) – Philadelphia Union successfully launched the first-ever 50/50 Raffle at PPL Park during Saturday's match against the Seattle Sounders, earning a total jackpot of $17,230. The earnings were split evenly between the Philadelphia Union Foundation and randomly-selected winner Aleksey Gorshenin of Lansdale, Pa., who was attending his first Union game at PPL Park
"We are thrilled with the success of our opening raffle and look forward to its continued growth on game days," said Philadelphia Union CEO & Operating Partner Nick Sakiewicz. "Philadelphia Union are deeply committed to providing fans with a world-class experience at PPL Park and are proud that 50/50 raffles help achieve that goal while benefitting the Philadelphia Union Foundation."
Used by teams in the NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL, the 50/50 Raffle is a fundraising contest that allows the money used to purchase raffle tickets to be evenly split between a randomly-selected winner and the participating organization. Fans at PPL Park can now purchase raffle tickets from kiosks located at three stadium gates as well as Toyota Plaza or through several handheld devices carried by Union employees. The jackpot winner and the Philadelphia Union Foundation will split the earnings. Tickets are sold for three for $5, 10 for $10 or 40 for $20.
The Philadelphia Union Foundation is a registered 501c3 in the vision of the Philadelphia Union. According to its mission statement, the Philadelphia Union Foundation "provides opportunities for children through the power of relationships to offer transformational change in the areas of education, community, health and recreation."
Since its inception in 2012, the Philadelphia Union Foundation has teamed up with local and national organizations in various measures to benefit the City of Chester, including a playground construction, 8v8 small-sized field, local trash pickups, soccer clinics and other charity events. Additionally, the Foundation has raised over $50,000 in the past two years from the River Cup, an annual charity match at PPL Park between members of the Union's supporter group, Sons of Ben, and the Union front office. Additionally, the PUF held their inaugural "Cocktails and Cleats" gala in March of this year, netting over $50,000 in funds raised to benefit its four Building Blocks: Life Skills Programming, Safe Fields, Good Health Through Proper Nutrition, and Playing Soccer while Having Fun.
The Philadelphia Union Foundation held its Inaugural "Cocktails and Cleats" Celebration on Wednesday, March 13 at the Hyatt at the Bellevue in Philadelphia, PA, where the Foundation netted over $50,000 to benefit its Building Blocks. The sold-out event included both a live and silent auction to benefit the non-profit organization. The Foundation's goal is to positively impact local children, specifically with regard to their character development, academic performance and physical well-being. The Foundation mission is to provide opportunities for children through the power of relationships to offer transformational change in the areas of education, community, health and recreation.
Items sold included autographed Philadelphia Union memorabilia, paintings by local artists, an assortment of fine jewelry and select aged wines. The event also hosted a Red and Yellow card game, in which participants had the opportunity to win two all-access passes to a Philadelphia Union home game.
The entire Union team and technical staff attended the gala along with over 400 guests. The Foundation also took advantage of the event to honor Patricia (Pat) Trippley- Demiranda, the Co-Founder and Chairperson of the William Trippley Youth Development Foundation (WTYDF) and Chester City United, for the work she has done in the community in recent years. She received the organization's "Building Blocks Award" as an individual who represents a key component of the Foundation's "Building Relationships and Changing a Generation" attitude. Radio personality and comedian Joe Conklin also provided entertainment for the evening as well as supporting the live auction as guess auctioneer.
The Foundation and the Philadelphia Union would like to thank all who attended and made the night such a success.
Written by Grace Flynn.
Dear Friends;
Please allow me to both congratulate and thank you for partnering with Philadelphia Union and The Philadelphia Union Foundation as we celebrated our Inaugural Cocktails & Cleats event last week at the Hyatt at the Bellevue, Philadelphia. Through your generosity the net proceeds for the event were in excess of $50,000. This will allow us to continue to support our four foundation building blocks within Chester and the Greater Philadelphia Region.
A sold out crowd of over 400 friends, that included the entire Philadelphia Union team, technical staff, club ownership, foundation board members and the players and families of Chester City United, gathered together with city, county and state officials and were treated to a wonderful evening of community, that continues to spearhead our efforts of "Building Relationships & Changing A Generation."
A cocktail reception, dinner-buffet and live auction which was sprinkled with the comedy of Joe Conklin was a huge success. Some of the live and silent auction highlights included, a Pele Signed Print, Full access PPL Park experience including dinner for 12 at Alla Spina, golf for two at Merion Golf Club on Media Day prior to the US Open, signed Union jerseys and a Philadelphia Sports Executive Power Lunch at Osteria for (2) with CEO & Operating Partner of Philadelphia Union, Nick Sakiewicz, Peter Luukko, Comcast Spectacor, Rueben Amaro, Phillies and Don Smolenski, Eagles.
The foundation was proud to have Pat Trippley-Demiranda honored as the first recipient of the "Building Blocks Award" for her service to the children of Chester through her selfless dedication that has seen her launch The Will Trippley Youth Development Foundation and Chester City United, which currently serves over 400 young boys and girls.
This chance to thank our partners that have shared in our beginning and welcome new partners to our work galvanizes us as we look forward to continuing the good work that is so vital to our youth. We stand on your shoulders and say thank you for walking this walk with us.
Rick Jacobs
PHILADELPHIA UNION FOUNDATION Award Recipient
Patricia (Pat) Trippley-Demiranda
Patricia (Pat) Trippley-Demiranda is the Co-Founder and Chairperson of the William Trippley Youth Development Foundation (WTYDF) which was created to honor the memory of her son, William H. Trippley III, a Chester native and college soccer player who was fatally shot at age 20. The WTYDF offers at-risk youth a year round program focusing on education and soccer. In 2006, the WTYDF engaged 50 children from the Chester community at the first William Trippley Soccer Camp. In an effort to ensure that the youth of the community will have opportunities related to education and healthy choices, the WTYDF has launched soccer camps at both Widener University and Swarthmore College for local athletes. The WTYDF is currently serving over 400 at-risk youth year-round and has been a partner of the Philadelphia Union since 2010 and a Philadelphia Union Foundation partner since its inception in 2011.
- Pat is a founding partner along with the Philadelphia Union of Chester City United, the club soccer organization for the City of Chester, which provides the opportunity for children to learn the fundamentals of soccer in a safe and fun environment. This program is supported by the Philadelphia Union Foundation.
- In 2010 Pat received the Community MVP award from the Philadelphia Union and was also honored with the National MLS W.O.R.K.S. Community MVP Award at the MLS Cup Finals.
With the help of Major League Soccer (MLS) W.O.R.K.S., the Philadelphia Union Foundation, Chester City United and the Chester Upland School District, Pat was instrumental in the planning and volunteer recruitment for the building of a local KaBoom playground along with AT&T Community Field, a small sided pitch at Science & Discovery High School. The project was completed in conjunction with the MLS All-Star game in July 2012, which was held at PPL Park.
The Philadelphia Union Foundation launched in March 2012, has worked since its inception on creating a better community in the city of Chester. The first year of the Foundation is soon wrapping up; but before it does the Foundation will be once again involved in the "Coats for Chester" program.
The idea for the "Coats for Chester" initiative first came into being three years ago during the Sons of Ben annual Food Drive. "People were coming in hoodies," Bob Kozlowski (President of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Soccer Hall of Fame) stated, "The Sons of Ben had the food Drive; we wanted our own way to give back.
For the third straight year the Philadelphia Union partnered with Bob Kozlowski and the Southeastern Pennsylvania Soccer Hall of Fame in its annual "Coats for Chester" program. At the final two home games of the Philadelphia Union's season fans donated over 600 coats from the different donation stations throughout the Toyota Plaza at PPL Park. In the past two months additional drop-off locations were set up across Delaware Country for others to donate their slightly worn coats. At the conclusion of the "Coats for Chester" program on November 30th the Union and the SEPA Hall of Fame could proudly say that1,450 coats far surpassed their goal of 1,000 coats making this year's total the largest collection to date.
Today,-December 14th the Philadelphia Union Foundation with the help of members from the SEPA Hall of Fame and volunteers from Father Judge High School hit three different locations around Chester, PA to drop of the collected coats. These locations included Bernadine Center, City Team Ministries, and St. Catherine's.
At the Bernadine Center we were greeted by Sister Sanders and the unloading began. After all the bags of coats were unloaded I got a chance to speak with Ms. Sanders. "If people have clothing, than that is one less thing they have to spend time worrying about," she said. Collecting coats is just one of the many ways in which the Bernadine Center shares with the Community of Chester. The center also hosts a number classes focusing on topics such as education, anger management, and even parenting. "These are ways to help people move up in the world, we are helping people by lifting them up." The next stop on the list was City Team Ministries.
Upon arrival at City Team Ministries an assembly line was formed and the unloading began. John Clifford, the liaison of the drop off, was incredibly thankful. "Our long-term goal is to see this city transformed," Mr. Clifford said. "We want to make a difference."
The last drop off of the day was at St. Catherine's church, just a few blocks away from PPL Park. Sister Barbra Anne was waiting anxiously and the unloading began for the last time as "Coats for Chester" came to an end. Beyond coats, St. Catherine's Church had also been collecting food and toys for the holidays. "Seeing children come in and not only getting food but toys to play with!" a Sister from St. Catherine's began, "the parents are so grateful."
With the drop-offs over and done with, and a rewarding feeling in our hearts the boys from Father Judge High School returned to class, Bob Kozlowski and his team headed for home and we, The Union went back to work. Before Mr. Kozlowski left, I asked what the plan was for the future of "Coats for Chester". He replied, "We won't stop until we collect the same number coats as the number of people in Chester." Even though our total this year was nowhere near that number, The Foundation, can proudly say that "Coats for Cancer" was a success.


text: Believing that "communication is an extension of personal style," Paperless Post seeks to offer its customers a more authentic and personal alternative to typical digital correspondence. With that in mind, it's not surprising to hear it's teaming up with decoupage genius John Derian — again — to create 65 truly magnificent customizable invitations, save-the-dates, and digital notecards featuring his signature aesthetics. The result of this collaboration is the stunning marriage of Derian's love of antique imagery and Paperless Post's quest to incorporate beauty and charm into the future of digital invitations. We'd say they nailed it. Continue on to view select pieces from the collection, which is available now on Paperless Post.

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Will McGinness joined VB&P in 2010 as Paul Venables' partner. During this time, Will has played a pivotal role in the agency's success, helping VB&P attract brands like Intel, Google, Reebok and SKYY Vodka to its roster. Under Will and Paul's creative leadership, the agency has architected well-known brand platforms like Intel's "Look Inside," showcasing amazing people making the impossible, possible; transitioned eBay from an auction site to a mobile shopping destination with eBay's "When it's on your mind, it's on eBay;" launched Google Fiber, one of the most talked about initiatives in Google's history; and led Audi to record sales.

 Prior to VB&P, Will spent seven years at Goodby, Silverstein & Partners, where he was Creative Director, Associate Partner, working across all media as an interdisciplinary creative. Will was a force in the agency's rapid reinvention from a traditional model to a more integrated one. During that time, Goodby, Silverstein & Partners earned the title of "Interactive Agency of the Year" at the Cannes Festival, as well as both Adweek and Creativity magazine's "Agency of the Year" and Ad Age's "Digital Agency of the Year."

 Will's work has been recognized at every major award show, including the highly coveted D&AD Black Pencil for the "Got Milk" campaign, and he has served as Chairman of the Interactive One Show, Executive Chairman of the CLIO Interactive Jury and Interactive Chair for the Art Director's Club awards. Despite these accolades, his wife remains unimpressed.


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36 "And the king shall do according to his will; he shall exalt himself and magnify himself above every god, and shall speak astonishing things against the God of gods. He shall prosper till the indignation is accomplished; for what is determined shall be done. | 36 "The king will do as he pleases. He will exalt and magnify himself above every god and will say unheard-of things against the God of gods. He will be successful until the time of wrath is completed, for what has been determined must take place. |
37 He shall give no heed to the gods of his fathers, or to the one beloved by women; he shall not give heed to any other god, for he shall magnify himself above all. | 37 He will show no regard for the gods of his fathers or for the one desired by women, nor will he regard any god, but will exalt himself above them all. |
38 He shall honor the god of fortresses instead of these; a god whom his fathers did not know he shall honor with gold and silver, with precious stones and costly gifts. | 38 Instead of them, he will honor a god of fortresses; a god unknown to his fathers he will honor with gold and silver, with precious stones and costly gifts. |
39 He shall deal with the strongest fortresses by the help of a foreign god; those who acknowledge him he shall magnify with honor. He shall make them rulers over many and shall divide the land for a price. | 39 He will attack the mightiest fortresses with the help of a foreign god and will greatly honor those who acknowledge him. He will make them rulers over many people and will distribute the land at a price. |
40 "At the time of the end the king of the south shall attack him; but the king of the north shall rush upon him like a whirlwind, with chariots and horsemen, and with many ships; and he shall come into countries and shall overflow and pass through. | 40 "At the time of the end the king of the South will engage him in battle, and the king of the North will storm out against him with chariots and cavalry and a great fleet of ships. He will invade many countries and sweep through them like a flood. |
41 He shall come into the glorious land. And tens of thousands shall fall, but these shall be delivered out of his hand: Edom and Moab and the main part of the Ammonites. | 41 He will also invade the Beautiful Land. Many countries will fall, but Edom, Moab and the leaders of Ammon will be delivered from his hand. |
42 He shall stretch out his hand against the countries, and the land of Egypt shall not escape. | 42 He will extend his power over many countries; Egypt will not escape. |
43 He shall become ruler of the treasures of gold and of silver, and all the precious things of Egypt; and the Libyans and the Ethiopians shall follow in his train. | 43 He will gain control of the treasures of gold and silver and all the riches of Egypt, with the Libyans and Nubians in submission. |
44 But tidings from the east and the north shall alarm him, and he shall go forth with great fury to exterminate and utterly destroy many. | 44 But reports from the east and the north will alarm him, and he will set out in a great rage to destroy and annihilate many. |
45 And he shall pitch his palatial tents between the sea and the glorious holy mountain; yet he shall come to his end, with none to help him. | 45 He will pitch his royal tents between the seas at the beautiful holy mountain. Yet he will come to his end, and no one will help him. |
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The old San Francisco of women in white gloves and men in fedoras lives on in the extravagant Sunday buffet brunch ($75) in the Garden Court of the historic Palace Hotel. The choices seem endless, with everything from pancakes, omelets, and salads to roast beef, sushi, dim sum, and raw oysters available. The buffet is short on culinary innovation here, but delivers a bountiful selection and a classic atmosphere. Appetites are heightened by the great live jazz that fills
the stunning space, with its stained-glass ceiling, towering Ionic columns, and crystal chandeliers. If you can't make it to the Palace for Sunday brunch, try the Saturday-afternoon high tea.
Website: www.sfpalace.com/garden-court
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$ uname -aOn 02/25/2012 09:14 PM, david wrote:
Hmm got a kernel message, never seen before:
"Disabling IRQ 17"
(which is my firewire card AFAIK)
and can't start jackd anymore
15:23:16.523 /usr/bin/jackd -v -p1024 -dfirewire -r48000 -p128 -n3
jackd 0.121.2
Copyright 2001-2009 Paul Davis, Stephane Letz, Jack O'Quinn, Torben Hohn
and others.
jackd comes with ABSOLUTELY NO WARRANTY
This is free software, and you are welcome to redistribute it
under certain conditions; see the file COPYING for details
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getting driver descriptor from /usr/lib/x86_64-linux-gnu/jack/jack_oss.so
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Conflicting accounts by Egypt man dragged nakedThe Associated Press | February 04,2013CAIRO An Egyptian man who was beaten and dragged naked by riot police during a violent protest changed his story on Sunday, telling prosecutors that security forces harmed him a day after he accused protesters of undressing and assaulting him.
The beating was caught on camera by The Associated Press, and the video was broadcast live on Egyptian television late Friday as protests raged in the streets outside the presidential palace. The AP video showed police trying to bundle the naked man into a police van after beating him.
The beating prompted a rare statement of regret from the Interior Ministry, which promised to investigate the attack. The presidents office said it was pained by the images and called the assault shocking.
A new video emerged online Sunday of Hamda Saber in a hospital bed telling activists that police apologized for any wrongdoing. A male and female are heard urging him to speak honestly and not to accept any payments for absolving police in any abuse.
Saber was receiving treatment at a police hospital when he told prosecutors that protesters undressed him during clashes, denying police assaulted him. Later, speaking in a telephone interview to the Egyptian satellite channel al-Hayat, Saber said he changed his story to blame police after pressure from family and friends.
State prosecutors have since moved him to a public hospital.
I said police are the ones who beat me, Saber tells the TV presenter. By the time I reached the armored car, they had undressed me and my pants and were still dragging me.
On Sunday a 20-year-old man wounded in Fridays clashes died in a hospital. He was the second to die from the violence that night. The Health Ministry said both were shot in the head and chest.
Activists and the opposition accuse the police of using excessive force against protesters, some of whom have attacked government facilities and policemen.
Saber said police were beating him and ordering him to stand up and that he was unable to because of a bird shot injury to his foot. He told the TV presenter he was scared to be arrested and thrown into the armored vehicle.
Saber then said that his family, including his children, threatened to shun him unless he told the truth about the police attack.
After becoming a hero, I was being ridiculed online and on Facebook and being accused of not being a real Egyptian and of taking money.
I tell everyone at the presidential palace and Tahrir (Square) that I am sorry.
He said the officials at the police hospital treated him well, and that he was not pressured to distort what happened. He said he initially gave incorrect testimony to try to avoid more problems.
Interior Minister Mohammed Ibrahim angered activists Saturday when he told reporters that initial results of the state prosecutors investigation showed that police were absolved of direct abuse and that protesters were the ones who undressed Saber.
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Delicious! Served it with roast tenderloin - a perfect accompaniment. I agree about the preferred tartness of the sun dried cherries, but the choice of cherry is limited at the store -what I bought (not that tart) worked well!
I made this recipe without the bacon because I didn't have any on hand. My family and I thought it was delicious. Next time I'll make sure I have the bacon!!!
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The Portland release of Double Mountain Brewery's Molten Lava Imperial IPA will be this Friday, March 1, 2013 at 5 p.m. at the Horse Brass Pub (4534 SE Belmont Street). This beer will be bottled this week as well, and available to accounts as early as Friday. Here's more information on Molten Lava IIPA:
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Kerala High court on Monday orally observed that as far as government was concerned there is public interest in the appointment of the Judicial Inquiry Commission to probe the Solar Panel scam.
Kerala High Court today adjourned after 4 weeks the petition by veteran CPI(M) leader V S Achutanandan seeking CBI inquiry in the solar panel case, which had rocked the state last year.
Kerala High court on Thursday criticised the state government for providing special facilities to Solar Panel scam accused, Saritha S Nair.
A full court meeting of the Kerala High Court judges on Monday declined the state government`s plea to provide the services of a sitting judge for probing the solar panel scam.
CPI(M)-led LDF Opposition`s plan to block "Jana Samparka Paripadi" on solar panel scam issues, Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy today said LDF move was politically motivated.
Kerala Cabinet finalised terms and reference for judicial probe into solar panel scam but did not specify under its purview CM and his office which had come under a cloud over multi-crore rupee fraud.
Congress Wednesday saw no threat to Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy despite being questioned by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the solar panel scam.
Kerala CM Oommen Chandy, under attack from the opposition LDF over the solar scam, Friday told the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee that he is not averse to including his office.
Black flag demonstration staged by LDF workers over solar panel scam at Oommen Chandy`s function at Manjery turned violent resulting in minor injuries to several persons in stone pelting.
The Kerala cabinet today deferred a decision on the terms and reference for the judicial probe into the solar panel scam that rocked the state for the past two months and brought the Chief Minister`s office under a cloud.
In an unusual move, the AJM (Narcotics) NV Raju, against whom Kerala HC`s Vigilance Registrar has begun a probe for alleged `procedural lapses` in the Solar panel scam case, urged the Chief Judicial Magistrate to relieve him.
Congress high command is "worried" over the situation caused by the solar panel scam in Kerala with the opposition unrelenting in its agitation against embattled Chief Minister Oommen Chandy demanding his resignation.
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Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy on Wednesday, indicated the government was not averse to including the Chief Minister`s office under the ambit of the judicial probe into the scam.
Facing heat over the solar panel scam, Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy on Monday said the government was ready for any probe.
The uproar over Telangana issue refused to die down with the Lok Sabha remaining paralysed on the matter as also on the solar panel scam in Kerala.
Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy Wednesday came down heavily on the Left opposition, saying that although the right to protest was guaranteed, it could not infringe on the freedom of other people.
A day after he was snubbed by the Congress high command over PCC Chief Ramesh Chennithala`s cabinet entry, Chief Minister Oommen Chandy said "status quo" will continue in the party and government till Lok Sabha polls get over.
CPI(M) leader M Vijayakumar on Thursday claimed police had recorded on video solar panel scam prime accused Saritha Nair`s statement, in which she had referred names of many top government officials.
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NEW DELHI: Naresh Kumar from village Pandawala Khurd of Najafgarh, spent three years without electricity supply. Supplier BSES-RPL restored the connection only after the Delhi State Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum passed an interim order directing the CEO to ensure restoration of power in 48 hours or appear in court. BRPL had ignored a previous order from the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum, Shekikh Sarai.
The electric connection was installed by BRPL on July 2, 2009 but the pole from which the connection was drawn was in disrepair and had to be replaced. But Kumar's connection was not restored. When the lineman on duty couldn't explain the disconnecting satisfactorily, Kumar wrote a letter to BRPL on July 29, 2009 - the first of several complaints he would lodge with the company that would have no effect. He filed the case with the district forum in August, 2009.
The power company had argued that "they had tried their best...but due to resistance from complaianant's neighbours, the supply could not be restored despite having taken thep olice help." The forum bench led by president U. C. Tiwari with Mona Sahni and Zahid Hussain as members, dismissed that argument as a "lame excuse" and a "futile ploy to shirk from giving satisfactory service to the complainant." The forum had directed BRPL to pay Rs. 10,000 to Kumar as compensation, another Rs. 1,000 as cost of litigation and restore electricity supply immediately.
But the power company didn't, prompting Kumar to take the case to the state forum. Presiding member of the state forum Salma Noor and member V. K. Gupta, gave an interim order ordering the company CEO to ensure restoration of connection within two days from date of order (June 11) or "appear in person." That did the trick and Kumar finally has electricity after three years.
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Hi there. On my king size bed, I currently have what was known as a "summer quilt". It is a printed pattern with minimal stuffing. It's great for the warmer months. But it is is falling apart, and I really need to get something new. It seems like no one sells these anymore, but I thought I'd ask here if folks had seen them somewhere, or had any ideas about alternatives. A sheet is too lightweight, and the typical quilt is too heavy.
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Forum post of the day: A crushing blow to Warriors? {WoW}
Jul 11th 2008 4:42AM This is just an idea so don't flame me I beg.
1. More multi-stage boss fights. Give the warrior a stage he can excell at, then get a threat restart with a new stage where the druid holds his own really well, same again with high magic AOE for the Death Knight to handle.
2. Make bosses "tougher" but introduce a threat transfer mechanic to tanks. Hunters have something similar. But imagine a boss that's so bad, or puts on so many debuffs the tank can't take it, so he passes the threat on to warrior No. 2 in a sort of "No not me! Hit him instead!" Meanwhile the first tank recovers.
The second idea I like more, as it gives the hillarious potential for tanks to get revenge on the idiots in PUGs who annoy them. If that damn hunter keeps taking aggro in pulls, send ALL the mobs his way on the next encounter. Muahaha.
Caption This! {WoW}
Jun 17th 2008 9:37AM I'm from the EU, but I'm making the comment anyway:
"True salesmen till the end they asked together 'Are you paying too much for your Mount Insurance?'"
Blizzard web services down for maintenance {WoW}
Jun 5th 2008 5:55AM I wonder if it's anything to do with Beta registration? They keep saying on the login page "No registration available but check the news section for updates".
Making professions easier, on Death Knights and everyone else {WoW}
Jun 3rd 2008 8:05AM I hear a lot of people crying that if DKs start at 225 or similar in professions it'll be unfair. "Let them level up from 1!" they cry. It's a little immature. For starters I've already had about 5 level 70s. I want to switch my main to a DK. I've put in the work several times before, I don't see why I should need to do it again to earn it. I want to be a Death Knight and see Northrend as soon as possible. The idea that Death Knight players get an easy ride is not well thought out, considering you already have to have an equivalent or higher level character to create one.
Blood Sport: Yup, still broken {WoW}
Jun 3rd 2008 5:23AM Make it into a league system. It should be easy this way to seperate those with Season 2 gear to those with Season 3.
All the World's a Stage: How roleplaying a Death Knight will be different {WoW}
Jun 2nd 2008 8:07AM "What kind of character starts good, turns evil, then turns good again"
Darth Vader?
"It's only a game" {WoW}
May 27th 2008 4:31AM I've been playing WoW since the launch. Different friends have yanked me from server to server, and I've had a few level 70 Rogues.
I started a new Paladin about a week ago and I'm having so much fun. It's not only the class mechanics though, it's the fact I'm not racing to level. I've hit 70, I've seen all the content I want to see before the expansion, and I just want to have FUN.
I've got a tiny level 13 blood elf, relaxing whilst I fish, cook, make potions... I realised, it's only a game. People should actually act like it, not use it as an excuse for bad behaviour. Wiping your group to vent your anger is incredibly immature and selfish. Someone who recognises it's only a game would have enjoyed the run, regardless of what dropped.
Breakfast Topic: Goals before Wrath {WoW}
May 13th 2008 8:53AM Minimum of 10K to give my new Death Knight the best possible start in life. The mount upgrade quests can be expensive, and then there's professions to level, flying mounts, gems... I look at it like this for mounts.
At level 40: 100g (60% mount) was a fair challenge, needed you to watch your spending.
At level 60: 100g was easy, 1000g (100% mount) was a challenge.
At level 70: 100g was nothing, 1000g was easy, 2000g was a bit of work. Depended how you went about getting your 100% mount that decided how much more you needed for 60% Flyer.
At level 70e: 5000g is still a fairly big haul, even with daily quests. (280% Flyer.)
So my question is this:
At level 80: What will be the target amount, and what will it be for?
My prediction: It seems to vary between factors of 5 and 10. Do not be suprised to find you easily have 5000g by the time you hit 80, and you'll need 25,000g for whatever gold black-hole they've come up with then. I imagine it'll be these "multi-person" mounts I've heard about.
And to finish off, I'd love to see an article speculating on what profressions may be of benefit to the Death Knights, including Inscription.
New Hero Class revealed: Bard! Also, new Molten Core for the console {WoW}
Apr 1st 2008 7:42AM When you're alliance and you see horde say "lol" it comes up as "kek"
April Fool's Days of Blizzard's past {WoW}
Apr 1st 2008 4:05AM In the lore, alliances have always been forged and broken. I'd love to see a Blizz post about how Tauren are now an Alliance race and gnomes are "for the horde!"


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Villarreal have reached an agreement to sign Joseba Llorente on a four-year deal from Real Valladolid.
The 28-year-old striker helped Valladolid win promotion to the top flight with 17 goals in 2006/7.
He kept up his good form this season and scored another 17 goals as Valladolid avoided relegation.
Llorente's impressive performances did not go unnoticed and Villarreal have now swooped to make him their second new signing of the summer.
Edmilson recently arrived from Barcelona to strengthen Villarreal's squad ahead of next season, when they will once again be playing in the UEFA Champions League.
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exemptions for certain sexually-compatible transgenic pest-protectants will be warranted; however, it questions the categorical exemption of these products. The committee recommends that
Given that transfer and manipulation of genes between sexually compatible plants could potentially result in adverse effects in some cases (for example, modulation of a pathway that increases the concentration of a toxicant), and given the public controversy regarding transgenic products, EPA should reconsider its categorical exemption of transgenic, pest-protectants derived from sexually compatible plants.
The committee also examined EPA's proposed exemption for viral coat proteins12 expressed in transgenic pest-protected plants. Viral coat proteins in transgenic pest-protected plants are not expected to jeopardize human health, inasmuch as consumers already ingest these substances in nontransgenic food, so the committee agrees with the exemption of these proteins from EPA jurisdiction under FFDCA. However, the committee questions the EPA's categorical exemption of all viral coat proteins under FIFRA due to concerns about the potential for outcrossing with weedy relatives. The committee agrees that exemption of particular viral coat proteins in certain plant species will be warranted. However, the committee suggests that
EPA should not categorically exempt viral coat proteins from regulation under FIFRA.
The committee reviewed examples of data submitted by applicants to the regulatory agencies for currently commercialized transgenic pest-protected plant products (that is, products with Bt and viral coat proteins). The federal agencies already address most of the categories of scientific concerns presented in this report (see table 4.3). However, the committee found some areas where the risk assessment process for transgenic pest-protected plants could be improved.
In reviewing toxicity testing relevant to human health, the committee found that,
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Virginia G. Fox plans to retire on December 31, 2002.
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Enthusiasm, patience paid off with modernized campus.
The Cowboys of Canyon High School had something to celebrate Tuesday with both their 40th anniversary and completion of campus modernization. Administrators invited community leaders and some former students to the event, which featured performances by both the Madrigals choral group and the wind ensemble.
After a reception in the library, where yearbooks from the last few decades were on display, guests were ushered into the amphitheater in the center of the campus, behind a brand-new administration building and not too far from a new two-story science building, new food service building and ASB offices.
Principal Bob Messina talked about a few tenets of life that have inspired him.
"Life does imitate books you read as a child," he said. "I remember reading about Tigger in the 'Winnie the Pooh' books. He had a lot of energy and was always optimistic, (making an enthusiastic, authentic-sounding Tigger 'whoo-hoo-hoo-hoo'). Then there was Eeyore, who was kind of down. I see both in the people on this campus and I'm glad there are more Tiggers here."
He addressed the difficult process of modernization and proliferation of acronyms in both the construction and education worlds, saying their use was a cause for reflection on what we really wanted and how we went about getting it.
"Life needs to go with a whole lot more thank yous," he added, asking the senior class members to stand and be recognized, followed by thanking alumni, parents and staff for their patience and support.
"Change is the only constant in life," he concluded. "But today, I'm asking you to be the best Tiggers you can be."
A playful comparison of life in 1968 compared to today was offered by Stephanie Weiss, who was in Canyon's first graduating class in 1970 and current ASB President Phil Bennett.
"In 1968, Elvis was an American idol," Weiss offered, to which Bennett countered, "In 2008, we have 10 American Idols a season." The exchange continued, with perhaps the most smile-inducing being Weiss recollection of the classic Ford Mustang and Bennett's pride in the "vintage style" Mustang that "looked a lot like the original."
Paul Rivas, the Hart District's director of modernization, was recognized for his supervision of the school's completion and members of the C.W. Driver crew were given bricks from the original administration building, which was torn down three years ago.
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By D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D.
What makes a good breeder? Remember those five words the next time you want to start an argument among dog breeders.
Somebody will start with the basics: A good breeder is somebody who breeds in order to improve the breed, breeds only superior stock, and isn't in it for the money. Somebody else may add that they must be willing to take back every puppy they breed for the rest of those dogs' lives. Another will stress that the breeding stock should all be proven in some competitive venue. Several will chime in that they shouldn't make money off their puppies, but rather breed as a labor of love. "Waiting lists!" somebody shouts, and everyone nods. They must have waiting lists before they breed. They must breed on a limited basis (a comment that leads to a gossip-fest filled with speculation about how many litters Miss Breedwell has produced that year alone). Things are going well until some newcomer finally pipes up and asks, "Why is it bad to make money? Why is it bad to breed a lot of litters? What if I just want a pet?"
That's what happened in a recent dog show list discussion of what makes a good breeder. Most people managed to agree – sort of – on the following criteria:
A good breeder breeds with the welfare of the puppies first and foremost in mind. Every breeder agreed enthusiastically to that. But how many of these same show breeders, when confronted with the choice of placing a dog in a situation where it could live on the road and become a famous show dog or live with a family and never be shown, would choose the latter? Would their choice really make one breeder better than the other?
A good breeder stands behind her puppies for life. But at what cost? Some breeders pointed out that the ultimate responsibility lies with the owner, not the breeder, of a dog. What would happen if a breeder had hordes of dogs returned at once? At what point does the breeder's responsibility for her own dogs, family and sanity take priority?
A good breeder refrains from breeding litters in which there is a good chance of producing unhealthy puppies. That means health testing the parents (and better, their siblings and other relatives) and avoiding doubling up on possible carriers of genetic diseases. But even this statement is not without contention – some breeders maintained no dog should be bred if it has ever produced a single disease, even if that disease isn't known to be genetic. Others balked, saying this was throwing the stud dog out with the bathwater and decreasing genetic diversity.
A good breeder strives to produce good examples of the breed. Simply because somebody "only" wants a pet, the fact that they chose a pure breed indicates they did so expecting it to look and act a certain way. But here's where breeders disagreed: At what point does a dog cease to be a good example? Is merely being identifiable as its breed sufficient, or must it be more?
After that, agreement went downhill. Sure, the criteria sounded good and certainly were nothing new to seasoned breeders. But how reasonable are they in the real world? Breeding is a big responsibility, but the dog world is not a one-size-fits-all universe.
A good breeder breeds to improve the breed and tests her breeding stock in various competitive venues. Sharyn Hutchens, herself a respected breeder of the highly successful Timbreblue Whippets in Lexington, Va., points out the limited nature of that view: "Dog showing is a hobby that perhaps 1 percent of dog owners are involved in. For those of us who want to show, that's great. But showing is not the only reason to breed.
Dogs are pets first and foremost, and there is no shame in producing healthy, happy pets for loving homes. When did we decide that no one in the world should breed except show people? And what gives us the right to proclaim that?"
A good breeder breeds only on a limited basis. That's an oversimplification. For some breeders, one litter is too many. They don't have the breeding stock, potential buyers, facilities, or time needed to produce a litter responsibly. For others, several litters a year is not too much. It depends on the breed, the market, and their ability to stand behind their dogs. Hutchens points out other considerations: "If good breeders (and I mean show breeders and responsible, caring pet breeders) stop breeding or cut way back, that leaves the market wide open for breeders who forget the puppy and new owner as soon as the check is cashed. And they are the ones producing the dogs that end up in shelters. If a good breeder is capable of and willing to produce a litter of quality pups that she may or may not keep one from, then that's one less litter that will come from a bad breeder. We have allowed bad breeders to simply shove us right out of the marketplace and by chanting the animal rights 'overpopulation' song, we are doing more damage to our breeds than we know. We've allowed many of them to be essentially taken over by people who don't do health testing, don't provide owner support, don't screen homes."
A good breeder loses money on every litter. This point has been used for years to differentiate hobby breeders from puppy millers. But why should making money on hard work and a good "product" necessarily be a bad thing? It is a bad thing if you cut corners to do it – if, for example, you feed cheap food, forgo genetic testing, and shirk on veterinary services. It is a bad thing if your primary motivation is to make money rather than produce healthy, happy dogs. But is there a reason, besides dissuading new breeders, that losing money has become a prerequisite for breeding a good litter?
What makes a good breeder? "A good breeder is one who breeds the healthiest puppies possible both [mentally and physically], breeds as close to the standard as possible, screens homes carefully, provides support for owners, treats people fairly, and should a home not work out, either helps find the pup another home or takes it back," says Hutchens. Then why do breeders make it sound so hard? As Hutchens says, "There is something about breeding dogs that turns us all into church ladies doing the 'superior walk.'"
There are still more irresponsible, bad breeders out there than good, responsible ones. Could it be that by adding so many impossible criteria we're only discouraging the responsible ones?
D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D., is a breeder, owner and handler of top-winning Salukis and the author of 29 books. Send comments to breeders email@example.com. Interested in reading more about dog breeding and dog performance sports and shows? Go to www.dogworld.com to check out Dog World magazine's latest news.
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