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Fall Must Haves: 10 Superb Slouchy Sweaters
Every fall my passionate love affair with slouchy sweaters begins anew. I wear them pretty much constantly: with jeans and boots, miniskirts and tights, over sparkly dresses at night, and, of course, with undies and argyle socks to lounge around my house on the weekends. If you want to get in on this hot (well,…
Winona Dimeo-Ediger
September 25, 2012
10 Color Names That Might Be Grosser Than "Oxblood"
I'm not sure if it's God or Anna Wintour or the Pantone people who come up with the trendy color names every season, but this fall the fashion world is going crazy for "oxblood," a deep burgundy that we can only assume is the same hue as, well, ox blood. Beautiful color, totally gross name,…
Winona Dimeo-Ediger
September 20, 2012
Fall Into A Slouchy Cardigan In A Perky Color
This cardigan combines the best thing about fall fashion (slouchy cardigans!) with the best thing about summer fashion (bright colors!), which makes it the perfect transition piece to bridge the seasons. I'd love to throw it on over jersey dresses or dark denim skinny jeans and flats--pretty sure I'd find a way to wear thi…
Winona Dimeo-Ediger
September 19, 2012
Fall Must Haves: 12 Terrific Tweed Pieces
I feel the need ... the need for tweed. God, that was awful, I'm sorry. But seriously, with fall weather comes my annual urges to adorn myself with tweed in every incarnation: dresses, pants, skirts, jackets, shoes. A touch of tweed will bring some dapper "Downton Abbey" vibes to your wardrobe, and as an added…
Winona Dimeo-Ediger
September 18, 2012
NYFW Trend Forecast: Frisky Florals
Florals were everywhere this season but employed in a variety of ways. At Prabal Gurung, the flowers were bright and graphic, while Suno's florals were muted and pale. And at Duro Olowu, the florals offered a cheery pop of color. Check out our gallery of some of our favorite…
Julie Gerstein
September 18, 2012
Fall Must Haves: All Orange Everything
This fall has brought us a plethora of fabulous clothing and accessories in delicious shades of tangerine, apricot, pumpkin, and, well, orange (did anyone else just get really hungry?). Even if you're like me, and wearing orange near your face makes you look like Uncle Fester after a bender, don't fear: you can totally wear…
Winona Dimeo-Ediger
September 17, 2012
NYFW Trend Forecast: Cuckoo For Cutouts
Cutouts are a simple way to add a little sex appeal to an outfit. Which is probably why they were so prominent in the spring/summer 2013 collections presented at New York Fashion Week. From body-sculpting slashes and patterns, to more random and spontaneous marks, whether you prefer a peekaboo style, or a more geometric ski…
Julie Gerstein
September 15, 2012
NYFW Trend Forecast: Leather, Lady
Leather is nothing new, but for spring/summer 2013, designers used it in innovative ways. From sewn leather trousers, to buttery leather dresses and colored denim in every hue, there was something for every leather lover at New York Fashion Week. Check out some of our faves above!
Julie Gerstein
September 14, 2012
Trendspotting: 6 Brand-New Beauty Ideas From NYFW
When a designer strays outside the box of beauty stalwarts, it's a refreshing change, given our steady diet of so-called "trends" -- smoky eyes, red lips, dewy skin, and bold brows. These ubiquitous looks are beautiful and striking, but they're also easy go-tos, which on principle renders them, well, kind of boring. But with each…
Rachel Krause
September 13, 2012
According To NYFW, Black Is The New Black For Next Summer
Spring and summer fashion is generally pretty predictable insofar as it is, well, summery — think airy, diaphanous fabrics in light, muted colors accented by eye-catching brights, and you've just about hit the nail on the head every time. As the S/S 2013 shows crop up, we get a good glimpse at what to expect…
Rachel Krause
September 11, 2012
Must Haves: Fierce, Fabulous Plus-Size Denim
Denim is totally having a moment. I mean, yes, you could say that denim has been having one long moment since the day it was first invented, but I'm hard-pressed to think of a time there was such an exciting variety of denim pieces available in so many cuts, colors, styles, and sizes. From pencil…
Winona Dimeo-Ediger
September 11, 2012
Must Haves: 10 Badass Boots For Less Than $100
I spent most of the long weekend curled up on my couch with a stack of September fashion magazines and a plate of cranberry orange scones (yes, it was heavenly), and I fell head over heels in love with this season's crop of boots: they're studded, strappy, slouchy, and they look seriously sexy with everything…
Winona Dimeo-Ediger
September 9, 2012
Celeb Street Style Spotlight: Colored Denim
When stores started filling up with colorful jeans a couple years ago, I was pretty sure it would be a passing trend, but the look has stuck around, and you know what? I'm glad it has. Colored denim opens up so many new outfit possibilities, and can easily be dressed up or down. Looking for…
Winona Dimeo-Ediger
September 7, 2012
Can We Talk About Guys In Tank Tops?
It's officially September now, which means it's time to reflect on how we spent the dog days of summer. Did you have a good summer? Did you make boozy popsicles? Did you smile broadly while wearing a sunhat the size of a Mini Cooper? If so, good work! Want to know…
Winona Dimeo-Ediger
September 4, 2012
Do Not Want: Sheer Layered Printed Peplum Thingy
This photo reminds me of some kind of "Count the trends!" game you might find in a fashion-themed issue of Highlights magazine. I've counted nine so far: bralette, geometric necklace, tribal prints, mixed prints, peplum, layers, mini skirt, pencil skirt, sheer fabric. Am I missing any? Also how in the world could you ever wear…
Winona Dimeo-Ediger
September 3, 2012
Awesomely Affordable: 20 Fabulous Blazers For $50 Or Less
Seeing so many celebs rocking blazers has made me go a little blazer-crazy. If you want to add one item to your wardrobe for fall, you really can't go wrong with a blazer--it's a perfect transition piece for the changing seasons, and there's a chance it's the most versatile piece of clothing ever.
Winona Dimeo-Ediger
September 3, 2012
Will You Be Wearing Matching Lips And Nails This Fall?
So I guess matching your lipstick to your nail polish is kind of a thing now? A bevy of designers, from Giorgio Armani to Zac Posen, walked coordinating shades down the runway last season, but something about its slightly contrived nature led me to believe it was just one of those things that wouldn't take…
Rachel Krause
August 31, 2012
Completely Offensive: Style.com Says "Lesbian Chic" Is The Next Big Thing
Because sexual identity is practically the same as wearing heels or flats, the fine fashionistas at Style.com have declared that lesbian chic is the next big thing. In an article on the site, writer Maya Singer notes that: Lesbians! They're everywhere. This summer, the New York fashion scene was buzzing with gossip about…
Julie Gerstein
August 31, 2012
Is Whitney Port's Purple Makeup So Wrong, Or So Wrong It's Right?
With September on the horizon (dun dun dunnnnn), celebrities are often the first ones to convert their looks from beach-ready basics to the sultrier trappings of fall. Whitney Port isn't someone I normally look at and think, Celebrity!, mostly because I'm a huge snob, but she does seem sharply attuned to the revolving seasonal…
Rachel Krause
August 29, 2012
Celeb Street Style Spotlight: Blazers
As summer winds down and the evenings start cooling off, we're reaching for transition pieces to throw over our tanks and summer dresses. A blazer is always a good bet, and as these stylish celeb illustrate, there are about a million ways to wear it. Click through to check out how the stars are wearing…
Winona Dimeo-Ediger
August 29, 2012
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Rendezvous Ranch: A Place of Healing for Children
Tucked away down a winding road in Edgewater is a place known as Rendezvous Ranch. It's a magical setting that's peaceful and quiet with peacocks sitting on fence posts and ducks waddling around. There's a picturesque horse barn, outdoor arena, riding trail and fishpond.
Many would consider Rendezvous Ranch an ideal place to get away from it all and forget their worries. In a sense, that's what it offers, only on a different level. This ranch isn't your typical retreat. Instead, it's a place of healing for children with disabilities and their parents.
The six-acre ranch is an extension of Children's Therapy Network at 1600 S. Ridgewood in Edgewater, FL. It offers a holistic approach to helping children strengthen communication, socialization and transitional skills using a modality known as Hippotherapy.
Director, Gina Johnson took me on a tour of the facility to observe the various equine therapy treatments provided. We began at the gate where we were met by siblings, Madyson and Michael Lewis. They were donning a helmet as part of the strict safety protocol.
"Along with practicing safety, putting on a helmet helps kids develop their motor skills," explains Johnson. "Everything about our program benefits the child and provides life skills they can use in their natural environment."
As we enter the barn, Gina introduces me to Little Joe; a miniature pony who plays a huge role in the Hippotherapy program. As Joey is led to the pasture, 5-year-old August Rayne is preparing to begin her equine therapy session.
Two therapists hold August Rayne's hands as they pass through the gate. Her parents, Tracy and Jeremy Allen, stand at the fence in anticipation of further advancements. This is their second Hippotherapy session, but their daughter has been with Children's Therapy Network since March 2013. Their pediatrician referred them to CTN after recognizing developmental delays.
"Our daughter has gained a lot of confidence since she's been here," states Tracy Allen. "She can spell her name and count now. She recognizes letters and is better able to focus on writing. We can't say enough good things about Gina and the work she is doing here."
Kids start out in the CTN clinic and undergo a series of tests to evaluate motor, communication and social skills, and to determine deficits. From there, therapists can build upon each child's strengths and develop steps for progress.
"The main focus is practicing life skills which help kids transition," states Johnson. "We have kids with various disabilities including physical, learning, communication and spectrum. They need to be able to transition within their natural environment, so I feel it's better to provide therapeutic services in contact with the environment."
What's different about Hippotherapy from other forms of treatments is the horse's movements mimic the human gait and helps facilitate pelvic movement and postural awareness.
"We've seen amazing things happen to kids with cerebral palsy through Hippotherapy," proclaims Johnson. "The most major change we notice is with their posture. They are able to sit more erect because they engage their abdominal and back muscles."
A great example of erect posture is displayed by Chelsea Johnson (pictured below) in the riding arena.
A petite and fit teenager, Chelsea sits in the therapeutic riding saddle atop Max – backwards. Not only can she ride Max around the arena and weave through vertical poles, she can also catch a ball at the same time.
Chelsea's parents, Arthur and Laurie Johnson, are pleased with the progress their daughter has made. "This has been a real confidence booster for Chelsea," says her dad. "When she first began she had serious gait issues which affected her balance. She struggled with manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Now she can catch a ball while riding a horse backwards."
Diagnosed with autism eight years ago, the Johnson's have tried many therapies for their daughter. "Gina and her staff have been working with Chelsea for the past two years in the clinic and ranch," says Laurie Johnson. "Of all the therapies, Children's Therapy Network is the best and Hippotherapy is working."
Some people might be concerned about the safety of Hippotherapy due to having direct contact with horses. However, parents soon discover that Rendezvous Ranch provides the utmost in safety procedures.
Along with fitting children with helmets and saddles, Hippotherapy is a team effort that includes two side walkers and a horse leader who is a therapeutic riding instructor. Sometimes a person walks behind the horse to help facilitate the child.
Hippotherapy and therapeutic riding sessions let Gina and her staff work with kids in a natural environment. They have adaptive equipment, such as saddles, for every type of disability.
Rendezvous Ranch barn manager, Amy Hall is responsible for training and working the horses. She and all CTN therapists and horses have undergone extensive training in accordance with the American Hippotherapy Association.
"I don't have to worry if the horse is going to run or be distracted by something because Amy is trained to handle the horse," states Johnson. "If she says something isn't right, then we will end the session."
Many of the kids return to the camp each year. Most transition from the clinic to equine therapy. Once they complete Hippotherapy, they progress to therapeutic riding and learn how to ride a horse.
"We like to put FUN into functionality and the benefits have been tremendous," proclaims Johnson. "It's important for us to provide an environment for the kids that help facilitate and foster growth regardless of the disability they have. By focusing on their strengths we can enhance their ability and independence."
The benefits of Hippotherapy and therapeutic riding are plentiful. Studies have shown marked improvement in postural awareness, cognition, problem-solving skills, motor skills, muscle tone, endurance, sensory processing, social skills and self-confidence.
While Children's Therapy Network primarily works with children from 2-1/2 to 21 years of age, they occasionally work with adults. Regardless of age or type of therapy required, services are only provided through physician referrals.
Contact Information:
Children's Therapy Network
Gina Johnson, Director
1600 S. Ridgewood Avenue
Edgewater, FL 32132
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If you will travel in Hokkaido only, Hokkaido Rail Pass is the best choice for you. But if you travel in other cities and areas, even just staying in Tokyo, you may consider about other passes. You should compare and find which one is more suitable for you.
In this post, I show you the details about Hokkaido Rail Pass. And I will compare Hokkaido Rail Pass and Japan Rail Pass
Covered area by Hokkaido Rail Pass
Hokkaido Rail Pass cover all JR lines in Hokkaido and Tsuaru Kaikyo line (Seikan Tunnel) to Nakaoguni station. This station is located outside of Hokkaido. But this is the border station of JR Hokkaido and JR East. It is located in Aomori. But it is away from Aomori station. You cannot access to Aomori without any extra charge.
In case that you travel outside of Hokkaido by this pass, the pass cover basic fare from/to Nakaoguni. But you need to pay extra limited express/express fare from/to the first/last stop station in Hokkaido. It is mostly Kikonai station when you take Super Hakucho. If you take overnight express train Hamanasu, it is Hakodate station.
Valid trains and bus lines
The rule of Hokkaido Rail Pass is same as Japan Rail Pass. The only difference is the covered area. So all daytime trains in Hokkaido are covered by this pass. You can book reserved seat without any extra charge. Of course, Green pass cover green seat surcharge. Especially Green car service by JR Hokkaido have a great reputation. If you want to see somo more details about the difference between Green and Ordinary, please refer the post, Which JR Pass is better, Green or Ordinary? Worthwhile buying Japan Rail Pass Green Pass?. I wrote about JR pass. But it is same rule.
Hokkaido Rail Pass cover the bus lines too. But most of lines are commute lines. In my opinion, only Otaru-Sapporo line and Samani-Erimo Misaki line are usable for the tourist. Please refer Validity of Japan Rail Pass to get the details.
When you take overnight trains, basically the pass cover basic fare only. Japan Rail Pass cover both Carpet car and Dream car of Hamanasu. But Hokkaido Rail Pass do not cover Carpet car fully. If you use Carpet car by this pass, you need to pay whole express surcharge (1,770 yen as of Aug, 2012). If you take Dream car, you don't need to pay any extra. But Hamanasu do not stop at any station between Aomori and Hakodate. If you get on/off at Hakodate, the pass cover it. But if you get on/off at Aomori, you need to pay basic fare for Nakaoguni – Aomori (570 yen). And you need to pay express surcharge for Hakodate – Aomori (1.050 yen).
If you take Hokutose, Cassiopeia or Twilight Express, the pass cover only basic fare. You need to pay all limited express surcharge and accommodation fee. This rule is completely same as Japan Rail Pass.
Types and prices
Hokkaido Rail Pass have four types, 3 days, 5 days, 7 days and Flex 4 days. I would like to compare these prices and single fare.
|3 days
|15,430 yen
|22,110 yen
|Flex 4 days
|20,060 yen
|27,770 yen
|5 days
|20,060 yen
|27,770 yen
|7 days
|22,630 yen
|30,860 yen
The passes except Flex 4 days must be used in consecutive days. The validity of a rail pass starts from 12 O'clock at night. Child (6-11 years) is half price.
ex) If you start to use 3 days pass on May 1, the pass is expired at 23:59 on May 3. However if you are on board the train, your pass will cover until you get off the train.
Before I compare the prices, I would like to show you some regular fare standards (Limited Express reserved seat surcharge and basic fare):
- One way trip from New Chitose Airport to Sapporo by Rapid Airport or local — 900 yen
- One way trip from Sapporo to Otaru by Rapid Airport or local — 620 yen
- One way trip from New Chitose Airport to Asahikawa by Limited Express Super Kamui — 5,550 yen
- One way trip from Sapporo to Hakodate by Limited Express Hokuto/Super Hokuto — 8,590 yen
- One way trip from Sapporo to Asahikawa by Limited Express Super Kamui — 4,680 yen
- One way trip from Sapporo to Abashiri by Limited Express Okhotsk — 8,640 yen
- One way trip from Sapporo to Kushiro by Limited Express Super Ozora — 8,120 yen
- One way trip from Sapporo to Furano by Limited Express Furano Lavender Express — 4,680 yen
- One way trip from Sapporo to Wakkanai by Limited Express Super Soya/Sarobetsu — 10,170 yen
If you have round trip to Hakodate from Sapporo, you can get the money worth of 3 days pass. Especially if you have a trip from Sapporo to Hakodate, Kushiro, Abashiri or Wakkanai, round trip fare is about 19,000 yen. It is almost equal to the price of Flex 4 days and 5 days. It is quite easy to get your money worth of even 7 days pass.
Compare Hokkaido Rail Pass and Japan Rail Pass
If you fly in / out Hokkaido and do not go other than Hokkaido, Hokkaido Rail Pass is the best. If you go to Hokkaido and other spots, you need to think about Japan Rail Pass too. I show you some samples.
Extra fare for round trip to Aomori by Hokkaido Rail Pass
Aomori is the closet city outside of Hokkaido. But you need to pay 4,760 yen for round trip by Limited Express Super Hakucho. The price difference between Japan Rail Pass 7 days and Hokkaido Rail Pass 7 days is 6,300 yen. Hokkaodo Rail Pass + extra fare is still cheaper than Japan Rail Pass 7 days. But the price difference is not such a big amount.
If you think about purchasing Hokkaido Rail Pass 7 days, you should make sure that you don't go outside of Hokkaido. Otherwise you should purchase Japan Rail Pass 7 days.
In case of staying in Tokyo or Osaka and fly to Hokkaido
You have to estimate how much trains you will take in Tokyo or Osaka. First of all, think about the fare for airport access.
- Single fare for one way trip to Tokyo from Narita Airport by Narita Express — 2,940 yen
- Round trip Suica and N'ex — 5,500 yen
- Single fare for one way trip to Shinagawa from Haneda Airport by Keihin Kyuko — 400 yen
- Single fare for one way trip to Hamamatsucho from Haneda Airport by Tokyo Monorail — 470 yen
- Round trip Suica and Monorail — 2,700 yen
- Single fare for one way trip to Shin-Osaka from Kansai Airport by Limited Express Haruka — 2,980 yen
- Round trip ICOCA and Haruka — 4,000 yen
If you arrive at Haneda and depart from Haneda for Hokkaido, you don't spend much for access. But you need to spend at least 1,000 yen. And also you need to think about the fare for sightseeing. If you purchase Suica and Monorail, it includes round trip by Monorail and 1,500 yen e-money preloaded. You can use local JR line to explore in Tokyo. But you might need to spend more. It depends on your itinerary.
If you arrive at Narita and depart from Narita, you may spend about 5,000 to 6,000 yen. It is same story as Haneda. If you purchase Suica and N'ex, it includes round trip by Narita Express and 1,500 yen e-money.
If you arrive at Kandai and depart from Kansai, ICOCA and Haruka is same types of deal as Suica and Monorail/N'ex. It includes round trip by Haruka and 1,500 yen preloaded e-money.
These above samples show you about airport access. Even though some deals include e-money, you may spend more. So even if you fly to Hokkaido, you may think about Japan Rail Pass 7 days for both Tokyo/Osaka and Hokkaido as long as you complete travel in 7 days. If you travel Hokkaido for 5 days, you can purchase Hokkaido Rail Pass 5 days and some deals in Tokyo or Osaka. It may be cheaper than Japan Rail Pass 7 days.
If you are resident
You can not purchase Hokkaido Rail Pass and Japan Rail Pass. Please refer the post, How to choose Rail Pass for trip in Hokkaido. Many choices for both visitors and residents in Japan to get the details about the deals for residents.
Tokyo station
Haneda airport
Tokyo Disney Resort
Sapporo Hakodate Furano, Biei Kushiro Abashiri, Shiretoko
Sendai Hakone Yokohama Kusatsu Kawaguchiko (Fuji) Karuizawa Nagano Nagoya Kanazawa Takayama Shirakawago
Kyoto (Kyoto station Gion, Higashiyama Arashiyama )
Osaka (JR Osaka, Umeda Shin-Osaka Namba, Shinsaibashi USJ Kansai airport )
Kobe, Arima Kinosaki Hiroshima Miyajima
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6 Comments to "Hokkaido Rail Pass. The best deal for rail trip in Hokkaido for oversea visitors."
I need to buy JR. hokkaido rail pass. Can hokkaido rail pass cover ticket sleeping train from Sapporo to Aomori(Hamanusa). if it not cover how do I pay the extra?
I am planning to travel to Hokkaido (8-12 Feb) & Tokyo (12-15 Feb).
I am unsure if I should get JR pass or Suica, therefore I hope you can provide some guidance.
Below is my roughly planned itinerary.
8 Feb
Chitose airport to ANA hotel sapporo.
JR Tower, Odori Park, Sapporo TV tower, Former Hokkaido Government office
9 Feb
Tsudome Site, Susukino, Tanukikoji shopping arcade, Mt Miowa
10 Feb
Day trip to Otaru
11 Feb
Either Nijo Market or Jogai Ichiba (Curb market)
I plan to Asahiyama Zoo but too much time spend on travelling, not sure if it is really time worth.
If not going to Zoo, I might plan for Onsen day trip to Jozankei.
12 Feb
Depart Sapporo and fly to Haneda Tokyo.
Hotel is Keio Plaza Shinjuku
Visit Shibuya, Shinjuku
13 Feb
Day trip to Hakone
14 Feb
Visit Yushima Tenjin for Ume Matsuri, Asakusa, walk over to Tokyo skytree, Odaiba
15 Feb
Goto Narita airport
Thank you very much.
I be in Hokkaido for 7 days follow by Tokyo for 4 days. Going mt Fuji too. So I shd get a 7 days Hokkaido pass and what pass should I get for the Tokyo trip? Thanks
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- This is not an official website. This website, JPRail.com is a private website. I don't sell any tickets or passes.
- I am not a travel agent. Please do not ask me to make an itinerary. I can check your itinerary and give you suggestion. I think making an itinerary is a part of your travel. Please try to make it by yourself. Enjoy! :)
- If you need access information to your hotel, please don't ask me but ask your hotel.
- If you are looking for the information about timetable, please refer Japan Railway's timetables.
- If you are looking for the information about the fare, please refer Fare Calculation.
- If you are looking for the information about reservation, please refer, How to reserve seat.
- If you want to post, please comment to relate to the post. I will delete any unrelative comment to the post without notice.
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Charges filed in Phoenix cop's hit-and-run death
It took detectives in Phoenix's vehicular-crimes unit two weeks to put together enough evidence to charge the suspect
By JJ Hensley
AZ Central
PHOENIX — The arrest of Jesus Cabrera Molina on charges related to the death of a Phoenix police officer might have seemed like a foregone conclusion.
Cabrera Molina, 24, owns the SUV that police believe struck and killed Officer Daryl Raetz near 51st and Cambridge avenues more than two weeks ago, and investigators arrested Cabrera Molina on drug-possession charges less than 12 hours after Raetz was struck.
But it took detectives in Phoenix's vehicular-crimes unit two weeks to put together enough evidence to conclude Cabrera Molina was driving the SUV when Raetz was hit. Cabrera Molina, who was formally charged late Monday with manslaughter and leaving the scene of a fatal collision, did not respond to questions as he was rushed past reporters outside Phoenix police headquarters.
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Has Britain upset its Gulf allies?
Although the parliamentary inquiry carries no legislative weight and the Guardian does not speak for the British government, the criticism nonetheless stung.
November 4, 2012 12:45 by Reuters
With billions of dollars worth of deals and vital geostrategic interests at stake, Britain can ill afford to upset its Gulf allies, yet signs are emerging of growing Arab irritation over the issue of human rights.
The Arab Spring has ratcheted up sensitivity in the largely autocratic Gulf region over perceived criticism of how it deals with dissent, making Britain's efforts to balance its push for rights and democracy with other interests increasingly tricky.
Saudi officials told the BBC last month they were "insulted" by a parliamentary inquiry expected to look into the country's human rights record and that they would be "re-evaluating their country's historic relations with Britain" in response.
The United Arab Emirates' Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Anwar Gargash rubbished an October editorial in Britain's Guardian newspaper describing the UAE as an "authoritarian regime", accusing the paper of knowing "very little with their condescending view".
Although the parliamentary inquiry carries no legislative weight and the Guardian does not speak for the British government, the criticism nonetheless stung.
"There's huge nervousness across the region, and that nervousness is caused by a number of unresolved crises, the tensions with Iran and of course the Arab uprisings," said Chris Doyle of Caabu, a group set up to advance Arab-British ties.
"This has made keeping relations on a smooth and even keel very difficult for the British government, because whilst it is not responsible for what is written in the media, it is often seen as responsible, whether it likes it or not," Doyle added.
Gulf states are regularly criticised by rights groups, who accuse them of a heavy-handed response to dissent, an opaque legal system, a lack of democracy and a poor record on women's freedoms and the rights of migrant workers.
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The Guardian is a splendid newspaper and has been responsible for some of the best journalism in the world. It is, however, liberal in its editorial bias (which it has every right to be), and it is little wonder that the Guardian's critical perspective on what are exceedingly conservative regimes may be seen as unfriendly.
But as the report suggests, the Guardian speaks only for itself, not the UK Government. The fact that KSA and UAE cannot differentiate between press opinion and government policy says far more about those countries than the UK.
As for the parliamentary enquiry, not even Britons pay any attention to what these buffoons in Westminster choose to "look into". So the reactions of the Saudi officials once again reveals more about their sensitivities than anything else.


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"More than expected"
Arrived late to find an all you can eat buffet in the lobby. Didn't want to have to leave the hotel to get something to eat. Beds were firm adjustable. Couldn't ask for more. Great price.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Good spot"
It's a easy, clean, friendly, and spacious hotel. I'd stay there again.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Nice hotel"
The hotel was nice, and I overall enjoyed my stay. The only complaint I would have is the maid did not vacuum when they came in to clean? I just think that's a must not an option.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Very convenient to everything"
The food and the server/bartender was excellent I wish I could say the same for the front desk and serviceGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Great hotel , Breakfast not included"
I did not know that breakfast was not included. There was a breakfast buffet for 10$ per person. It was good. But I wish someone told us ahead of time that is not included. Everything else was great.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Right off the Highway"
My husband and I stayed here for the first time a few weeks ago, and it was spectacular! The room was very spacious and clean, with a large bathroom. The showers impressed me most, because most hotel showers are practically useless with no water pressure, but the ones here were great! The staff was friendly, and we had no issues with the hotel. We would […] definitely stay here again. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Classy establishment"
The hotel room was beautiful. I was pleased with the size of the room. Staff was very friendly. Will definitely be staying at this hotel in the near future.Genuine Expedia guest review
"We'll return again."
My daughters like the swimming pool, very clean and nice.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Weekend stay with the family"
The hotel was attractive and conveniently located to St. Louis where we attended a Cardinals' game. I guess I misunderstood some of the website information. Most chain hotels have a free breakfast of some sort. There was free coffee, but the hot breakfast at the Hilton was $10 per person. We went to a nearby restaurant both mornings for breakfast. I […] also was planning on some time in the sun at the outdoor pool, but there wasn't one. I chose this hotel specifically because of the outdoor pool. I booked our rooms through Expedia, and that's what the description said: both an indoor and an outdoor pool. I mentioned this to the front desk, but they couldnt do anything but perhaps pass it on to management. I also didnt know we were getting such large rooms. Our room had two rooms really. We could have been fine, even with four people, had I known there was sofa bed in the living room area. It would have saved me a lot of money. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Just a vacation stay to get away from home"
Very nice hotel and will stay there again.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
The hotel is very well maintained and close to everything. Would recommed it to a friend.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Truely - An Excellent Stay"
The hotel was wonderful and the staff at the font desk were exceptional. I have no complaints or concerns from my three days at this hotel.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"No 'free' breakfast like the Hampton..."
Tub drain hardware could use some work...Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Great stop along the way"
Very friendly staff and location excellent. Had to leave a day early and had a great assist by Gizelle with Expedia in obtaining a refund from Expedia which made this first timer's experience a pleasing one. The breakfast cost was only $3.00 less than one at Denney's and the surroundings were a lot more relaxed and pleasant. Will certainly come back […] to The Hilton Garden Inns. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Good location for stopover"
Good location for someone just traveling through the area. Great gym.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
The room was great! Larger than we thought and the bathrooms were roomy as well. I only wish that breakfast had been free, but there are breakfast restaurants fairly close.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
Staff was really nice. They need another waffle maker only having one for the size of place is not enough.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Water Problem"
Staff with whom we dealt were very nice. Room was nice and appeared pretty clean. Not much right next to hotel but within a short driving distance. Biggest problem was that the water in the sink had very little pressure (small stream) and would not get hot. We finally learned that by turning on the water in the tub first we could get it to get fairly […] warm. Bed was comfortable except for the pillows which were so flat they were practically non-existent. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Convenient with the Regency Center"
Everything was fine just wish that a complimentary breakfast was included and information about the adjustable bed was shared at check-in.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
Very helpful staff!Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Great breakfast!"
We were there for a wedding and stayed for two nights. The room was very clean and nice. The bed was comfy, but the pillows were terrible. We were extremely impressed with the good breakfast and especially the friendliness and attentiveness of the serving staff! Our servers were consistently friendly and courteous even when it was very busy. We were […] not too impressed with the check in personell, they were not unfriendly, but also not very friendly. We weren't even pointed to the elevators, hence the overall rating as "pleasing" rather than "superb." All in all I'd recommend it to friends though. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
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Staff was friendly, premises were well maintained and look great. The only downside is that the window AC seemed to stay on a lot and was only a few feet from the bed.Genuine Expedia guest review
Overall it hit its mark. Hotel was clean and comfortable. The only small annoyance was how slow the elevators were. Hotel staff was very friendly and kind.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Great stay"
Very nice and clean. Staff was great and room ser..vice was very good as wellGenuine Expedia guest review
"Very Nice"
I would have liked a free-breakfast option.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Spacious rooms nicely updated"
The room was very spacious. Nicely decorated. I would return.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Ofallon Trip"
Staff was very friendly and helpful the room was clean and on the 3rd floor so there was no noise. The only issue I had was in the Business Center I wanted to print my boarding pass, everything was fine until I clicked on print, then the computer put me back at the login screen and never printed my boarding pass. I gave up and printed the pass at my […] sister's house instead. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
great staff, nice hotel and locationGenuine Hotels.com guest review
I really enjoyed it, most comfortable.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
The window of our room, 217, opened to air conditioner units on a roof that was adjacent. The AC was extremely loud, and the room was not acceptable. At 12;30 AM, we heard loud talking and laughing outside our door that lasted for 45 minutes. We notified the front desk, asking for assistance with the crowd that had formed in the hall, but no one responded. […] We travel extensively, and have some success with this brand of hotel before, this time we were greatly disappointed. We asked for help, to this day, we have had no response. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"outstanding staff and hotel was very clean"
The hotel made the business trip I had to endure a very pleasant stay in O"Fallon IL.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"OFallon Hilton"
I usually stay in OFallon every three months for business. I have stayed here a few times and was always pleased. But, the breakfast is not free and I had a group of kids having parties in the rooms next door the prevented me from getting any sleep on my last night.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Great Location for our sights"
Great stay. Hotel was very clean, Room was nice, but the beds comfort system did not work. Not the most comfortable bed.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Very Quality Stay"
The hotel was excellent. Kids loved the pool and hot tub, room was immaculate. The only complaint we had was that the "comfort control" for the beds did not work....but on a positive note, the queen beds were still very comfortable. Will definitely stay again if in the St. Louis area.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Nice overnight break."
Gift shop needs to carry more items. Pool area needs a way to get the water off the floor to make it safer. Bed was wonderful. Nice TV. Enjoyed our stay.Genuine Expedia guest review
Adjusting beds worked well, we all had a great nights sleep. Too bad we couldn't stay longer.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Clean and comfortable"
The staff was friendly and our room was clean, updated and the beds were very comfortable.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Awesome hotel"
My husband and I stayed here for a one-night getaway while my mom watched out 4month old baby. The bed was amazingly comfortable! Everything was better than expected. The only negative thing was the onsite restaurant was very pricey, but there are lots of surrounding restaurants, so it's not too bad. We will definitely be going back to this hotel the […] next time we have a night out :) Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"best place I've stayed lately!"
I love clean, new hotels, and this place fit the bill! The kids (and I ) loved the pool and the coffee was way better than the crap at some motels for breakfast!Genuine Expedia guest review
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"Clean and comfortable."
An excellent hotel with friendly, helpful staff. We would certainly stay there again.Genuine Expedia guest review
"One night stay"
The hotel is OK. A bit too far from the airport and with little around it.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
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BWA: Holy crap! We've reached the end of Econs!
Jak: -Cries-
BWA: Never fear, for the journey is not yet over!
Jak: Yay!
BWA: Well, read on for the end of the story!
Chapter nine
"How did it go?" Kellan asked, looking up at Sky as she all but bounced over to him, wrapping her arms around him.
She laughed, "Flawlessly, the antidote is perfect. They've all been injected, so they'll be back to normal in no time."
It had been three weeks since Keira had been told that she was a carrier of the strange Dark Eco infection, even though the substance was deadly to most, it didn't harm her in the slightest.
No less than a week later, Cal had run straight to Torn's office, shouting something along the lines of "We got it!"
Turns out, they had finally figured out the antidote to the infection, two weeks after that day, the antidote was safe to use. Sky and Cal had spent most of their day ridding the innocent civilians of their savage sides, and sending them home to their families. It had been a day full of relief and gratification.
Keira had refused the injection, explaining that because it was causing her no harm, she could find no reason to be rid of it.
The Dark Makers had seemingly given up on trying to cause havoc in Haven City for the time being. Sky knew better, they would be plotting something. Something big, and they would have no choice but to stop them.
"Sky…" Keira groaned, trudging over to the pair and flopping down into a chair. "I'm bored, let's do something."
Sky immediately perked up. "You know what? She's right, we deserve to go and do something. Give me a minute, I'll call Dax and Tess."
The moments that passed consisted of Sky and Keira whispering to each other as they called their friends, sharing ideas and Jak and Kellan exchanging some confused looks.
"Come on, come on!"
"Seriously, you two! Hurry up! Otherwise we'll miss it!"
Jak and Kellan shared a glance before they kicked up into a jog, closely trailing Keira and Sky. The two girls had all but dragged them to Haven Forest, but for what? They didn't know.
"Hey! It's about time you lot got here!"
"Shut up, Daxter."
Jak bumped Daxter's fist with his own once they reached them. "Do you have any idea what these girls are planning?"
Daxter laughed before he shrugged. "No idea." He replied, pulling Tess closer to his side.
Sky turned around and grabbed Kellan's hand. "We're taking a break from the real world for a little while, we're going to enjoy life and remember why we're here." She grinned before running off, Kellan right behind her.
Jak chuckled to himself before Keira grabbed his hand and followed the two couples that were running ahead of them.
"Almost there!" Sky shouted, a grin on her face.
"Where exactly are you girls taking us?" Jak shouted.
Sky laughed. "If you hurry up, you'll find out!"
When the group finally came to a stop, Sky pointed. "That right there, is why we dragged you out here."
They all looked in the direction that she pointed, from where they stood, they towered over the city, seeing straight over the barricading walls.
The setting sun had caused the sky to explode with vibrant colours, red, orange, purple, yellow, blue and pink had been painted across the horizon. It was enough to render someone breathless with its beauty.
"Wow." Tess breathed, sinking to the ground. "I've never seen something so beautiful."
The rest of them followed suit, sinking down onto the grass. Sky leaned her back against Kellan's chest. "It really makes you appreciate things."
Keira smiled nuzzled her nose against Jak's cheek. "She's right, it reminds you that there's beauty and happiness, even in the darkest of times."
Daxter, always one to say something stupid, lived up to his expectations. "It also reminds me that there are several multicolored, alcoholic beverages at my bar."
Low chuckles rolled over the group, the sound was relaxed.
Keira turned her gaze towards Sky, who noticed and looked back at her. "So, what happens now?"
Sky understood what she meant and sighed. "We wait, but for now, just relax, and enjoy life."
They would wait for the opportunity to rid the world of the Dark Makers for good, no matter what the consequences. They would stick together, no matter what. Strong bonds and close friends had been made, love had been found, and hurdles had been jumped. Their journeys had only just begun.
They would climb the mountain and stand on the top,
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BWA: Writing this story has been absolutely fantastic! Thank you to everyone who reviewed! They made this all worthwhile!
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BWA: Now, the sequel will be up soon! It's called "Paranormal: Beside and Against" So keep an eye out for it!
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Crystal electrons 1,700x faster than silicon
PORTLAND, Oregon -- Scientists trying to fulfill the 80-year-old dream of Nobel laureate Eugene Wigner, recently discovered how to place crystalline lattices of pure electrons in the bottom of a silicon-encased quantum well. The resulting material promises electron mobility more than 200 times greater than that of graphene and more than 1,700 times that of crystalline silicon.
So far, the work is still at the level of fundamental physics, but if researchers make the kind of advances they anticipate they could open a door to significant applications in semiconductors.
"We are not ready for apps -- only the basic science. We are looking for the quantum Wigner crystal predicted theoretically in 1934 and sought for ever after. With these new samples, we should be able to answer the question 'yes or no,'" professor Sergey Kravchenko at Northeastern University told EE Times.
"We have the techniques that will allow us to detect this new state of matter. If it exists as Wigner predicted, then one of the most important questions in [what's known as] condensed-matter physics will have been answered," he said.
Kravchenko is hopeful that if his team's results are confirmed, the ultra-high-electron mobility will attract semiconductor researchers to figure out how to make use of it. As a physicist, his goal is to prove this state of matter is possible, and leave it up to the semiconductor researchers to create real applications with it.
"We are just trying to observe this unique state of matter predicted a long time ago, but never seen in spite of many attempts," Kravchenko told us.
Describing his work, the researcher noted that there are no atoms in the confinement of the quantum well, only electrons. Thus the research is effectively creating what is called an electron "gas" since particles are normally bouncing around like molecules in a room. However, under the right conditions that electron gas crystalizes into a lattice with an electron mobility of 2.4 million cm2/Vs, compared to 10,0000 cm2/Vs for graphene and 1400 cm2/Vs for silicon.
"Being a 2-D electron gas means the electrons can only move in a plane like billiard balls. They cannot jump over each other or move in a perpendicular direction," Kravchenko said. "We created this system in semiconductors that squish the electrons between potential barriers."
Wigner predicted that such a state of matter was possible back in 1934, 29 years before he received the Novel Prize in 1963 for the discovery of symmetry principles in elementary particles. But it was not until Kravchenko's team discovered how to do it that the dream was realized. Other contributors to the work came from National Taiwan University and the Institute of Solid-State Physics (Moscow).
The researchers in the U.S., Taiwan and Russian constructed an eight layer stack of metal and silicon compounds (see diagram) starting with a silicon substrate, two silicon-germanium (SiGe) barrier layers (one strained, one not), a 15 nanometer thin silicon quantum well, with a silicon-germanium barrier atop sealed with a silicon cap, a silicon oxide insulator and finally an aluminum gate at the very top.
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Heart And Lips, Thy Whole Behaviour, BWV 147 (Cantata For The Feast Of Visitation B.V.M.). Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750). Edited by Olga Kroupova. For SATB solos, SATB choir and piano accompaniment. This edition: Stapled, Urtext edition. Stapled. Study score = BA.TP1147. Baroque and Sacred. Difficulty: medium-difficult. Vocal score. Choral notation and piano reduction. BWV 147. 52 pages. Duration 30m. Published by Baerenreiter Verlag (BA.BA10147-90).
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Yes it does. I need to test some more and get to one of the outdoor ranges but all the ones that have more then 50 yards are a hour away.
I have only been reloading since last winter. I started with 9mm handgun ammo. I went to the range with my Ruger P95 and was grouping 2'' at 15 yards with my hand load rounds. I know its only at 15 yards but I think it was pretty darn good!!
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For the first time ever my bees are working the pussy willows. Also a lot of mason bees. Even had a big wasp fly into my house. Didn't know they were about yet. Well this one isn't anymore. One less to harass my bees.
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Well, it has now been 7 years.
Stock price 12/31/1998 $40.31 a share
Stock price 12/31/2004 $42.05 a share
Stock price 12/31/2005 $41.91 a share
Gain of $1.60 a share for the last seven years and a lost of 14 cents a share the last year.
Yes, that is correct the shareholders have averaged 23cents a share for the last 7 years plus dividends. The current dividends are much higher than in previous years.
Guess, the Board of Directors will give JA and company their usual nice raises, bonuses and stock options. The BOD should be ashamed to state that any part of their pay package is performance based.
Just my opinion, but the figures are in fact true and so is the amounts that the top management's pay package has been increased during the last seven years.
Wow, such a great increase in value. Wow, such a great dividend. Would someone please explain to me just why BB&T is such a sound and well managed bank. The BIGS get theirs but the stockholders don't. Only reasons I can see to hold onto your BB&T stock is that the capitol gains tax would eat up a lot of your gain sould you sell or perhaps BB&T will be purchased by another bank.
Jim, you are using the 7 year model. Havent you learn yet. Use the 10 year model,if thats no good use the 15 year model an so on. Thats the answer I get here every time I blast those sorry BOD . They all need to go ,even JA if thats what it takes. It was easy to go from nowhere to somewhere . Now this management can not take us to the next level.
Someone here will post a model of 50 years just you wait an see. They will make it fit thier argument.
After all this waiting ,you watch we will get bought out for 45.00 or something like that.
John A has no idea how to move this stock forward.
I ask again, as in post 11928 that was never answered...
Jim, please refresh my memory; do you own any BBT? And, I (and I suspect the Board) would be interested in knowing when you bought it and why, if you are willing to share the information.
FWIW,(and since my Mamma taught me to never ask a question I wouldn't answer...perhaps I should have said this in the first post) my family first received BBT upon the buyout of a local S&L in the early 80's. I estimate that cost is around 4. I've purchase more and reinvested every div.
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Except that the figures are in fact ... not true. Yahoo shows BB&T's closing price was $39.16 on December 31, 1998 (not $40.31). Not sure why I am bothering to respond to you, recognizing that you will likely post a retort along the lines of "yes, but had you purchased (insert randon low closing date over last few years) and sold on December 31, 1998 you would have made (insert resulting negative return here)" ...except it is a rainy, lazy afternoon, the current bowl games suck and the ND-Ohio State Game is not on for another hour.
You are a humorless, predictable bore.
Tell me what I should have bought over the same time frames, with the same amount of risk and better total returns.
Oh and do you own this stock?
How does crow taste? I don't dispute that Yahoo states what you posted, however that doesn't make it correct and I think AOL may actually state $10.00 a share. Don't believe everything you hear, read or someone like you posts on this board.
Of course then again you might be right. That is if you think that this company would actually lie about their own stock price. How much would you like to bet that I cannot produce paper work or a letter from BBT stating that their stock price 12/31/1998 was $40.3125 a share. Would this company lie about their stock price?
Might be a humorless, perdictable bore, but at least my posts are accurate and backed by something other than hearsay.
On your comment about what you should have bought I will be more than happy to take your money and quarantee you the same return you have made over the last seven years on this stock.
I answered your question quite some time ago about whether I own this stock or not. The next question would probably be well how much and so on and so on. It has no bearing on this.I stated some time ago that I would not post anymore personal information about myself as it doesn't matter.
Here is a stock you could have bought 5 years ago....smart ass.
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Heheh, welcome back everyone! U2 Jimmie ole boy, got caught with a #s wrong eh. I dunno why these guys get their panties twisted all the time, who is twisting their arms to work for, or buy, but they sure are fired up at times. But had ole Jimmie bought when I did, sold when I did, he would be as happy as I, instead of fighting a screen.
My post stated the following "Every story has two sides."
Do not try to make it out to say something something that wasn't stated. Nothing was said about truth or facts having two sides.
As far as your comments about being wrong again, just where was the first time I was proven wrong. I've seen lots and lots of claims, but the facts were different then the claims.
Your brillant post was the following "How 'bout just don't post anymore information or misinformation." It would appear from this post that you are either afraid to take a position on the posted figures or just don't know which is correct.
I did however notice that you did not offer to take me up on my bet that I could verfiy my figures on the company stock price nor has anyone else on this board including Tired, Still and Bowtie just to name a few.
Your post below suggests the stories (your's I presume) aren't based on facts?
"My post stated the following "Every story has two sides."
Do not try to make it out to say something something that wasn't stated. Nothing was said about truth or facts having two sides."
I did take a position..truth and facts don't have two sides. Your admitted reason for posting is to take the other side whatever that is. If that floats your boat, live it up.
The ignore button "stil" works.
Once again you have ignored the questions and changed the subject.
There still has been no takers on my bet and you still haven't posted when I was wrong the first time.
Do you know the truth and facts when you see them.
Jimmie, young man, the truth and facts are, you won't win this one either.
A wise sage once said, "Never get into a piss fight with a skunk; you can't win." Somebody's using the message board to conduct a piss fight.
What appears to be a fight to one, is merely a warmup to another. The winner in that warmup was known prior to the first parry.


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CHIEF executives are not the only ones who once appeared destined to become endlessly richer. Until a year or so ago, the pay for chief operating officers, chief financial officers, legal counsels and other members of the chief executive's cabinet seemed to know only one direction, too: straight up. For that entire well-heeled group, hefty increases were common, often de rigueur.
''The trend has always been for the pay of the chief staff functions to move up in lock step with the pay of the C.E.O.,'' said Frederic W. Cook, head of a compensation consulting firm that bears his name.
The numbers bear him out. According to Pearl Meyer & Partners, the total pay package, including stock options, for chief financial officers at 50 large companies averaged $2.92 million by the middle of 2001, up 50 percent from $1.95 million in 1997. Pay for top information technology executives, who are trying to play catch-up with their traditionally better-paid colleagues, rose nearly 50 percent, to $1.33 million from $889,000. Still, while none of those executive-suite occupants could justifiably cry poverty, their pay was far below the annual $10.63 million pay package that chief executives were receiving by last summer.
Kevin J. Murphy, a professor of finance and business economics at the University of Southern California's Marshall School of Business, studied salary trends of top executives as reported in corporate proxies from 1992 through 2000. He found that the chief executive gets twice as much salary, two to three times as much bonus, and twice as many stock options as the four next-highest-paid executives in the company.
''The ratio just didn't change much over those nine years,'' Professor Murphy said.
In fact, the rate of increase has slowed for everyone. The Pearl Meyer survey shows that total pay for top legal officers jumped 13 percent in 1999 and 25 percent in 2000, yet rose only 4 percent in 2001. Pay for chief operating officers climbed 18 percent in 1999 and 13 percent in 2000, but only 1 percent in 2001. The pattern was similar to that for chief executives themselves: their pay, the survey showed, jumped 24 percent in 1999 and 14 percent in 2000, only to drop 1 percent last year.
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Few if any compensation experts have definitive information about current pay packages for that second tier of executives. The recession, combined with disillusionment about the reliability of published profit numbers after accounting scandals at Enron, Xerox, Tyco and others, could have meant skimpier pay packages for everyone. And if the recession is ending, as many economists say, the pressure on salary and bonuses may have already eased.
But many experts believe that the pressure will stay on stock options for reasons that have little to do with the economy. Several expect that companies will soon be forced to take charges against earnings for stock option grants, which could spur boards to scale back the number of options handed out to even the highest-level executives. Even without new rules, several experts say, shareholders are no longer automatically buying the company line that stock options tie management's fortunes to those of investors. Instead, the experts say, many shareholders worry that options provide executives with incentives to manipulate the numbers in ways that lift the share price just long enough for them to exercise the options.
That will put a particularly strong damper on options for people with hands-on control over financial reports, said Robert M. Bushman, an accounting professor at the Kenan-Flagler Business School of the University of North Carolina. ''Everyone's stock options will be under scrutiny,'' he said, ''but options for the C.F.O.'s, who are most responsible for the accounting numbers, will be under really heavy pressure.''
Still, for some second-tier executives, the pay packages may keep getting richer even if the board puts the clamps on the chief executive's pay. Executive recruiters say chief information officers, for example, are in huge demand as companies continue to grapple with ways to harness the power of the Internet. They say, too, that conservative chief financial officers with squeaky-clean records have gone way up in value in the wake of well-publicized accounting shenanigans.
''The rise of the information age has made chief information officers invaluable, and the Enron situation has put a huge premium on really good chief financial officers,'' said Thomas J. Neff, chairman of United States operations for Spencer Stuart, the executive recruiting firm. ''There just aren't enough really good C.I.O.'s or C.F.O.'s out there, and market forces still affect compsation more than anything else.''


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The One K™ Defender Helmet Liner means you can have a fresh helmet anytime. Just swap out a sweaty helmet liner whenever you need to and take the soiled liner home to wash. This helmet liner fits One K helmets including the Defender Matte, Defender Suede and Defender Bling Suede.
The next cold day is the perfect excuse to pull on this cute Kerrits® Button Knit Hat! Dual-layer stretch butterfly knit construction and cozy microfleece inside retain your body heat so you stay warm. This stylish, warm hat has a short bill and adorable side button detail.
Dover's own Fleece Lined Helmet bag is a great way to protect your helmet. The helmet bag is great for riders that are looking to keep their helmets dry, clean, and free of scratches between uses and during travel. Fits ASTM/SEI certified helmets. Water-repellent, sturdy carrying strap, heavy-duty zipper. Look into our monogramming options!
Fun and practical, the Ovation® Zocks Helmet Cover shields your helmet from scratches and dirt. This helmet cover stretches to fit most hunt style helmets.
Make your schooling helmet do double duty for showing with this Velvet Hat Cover. It stretches to fit over most riding helmets, creating the look of a classic show helmet.
Slide this Supreme Velvet Helmet Cover over your helmet to create the look of a classic velvet show cap. This helmet cover offers an authentic look with ribbon bow and covered top button. It stretches on for a perfectly snug fit.