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The new Gallup survey shows in broad strokes the challenge we face. But more nuanced surveys find that only 8% of Americans are convinced creationists whose beliefs are dear to them, and only 4% are convinced atheistic evolutionists whose beliefs are dear to them. The vast majority of Americans are not sure of their position and are open to a conversation.
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Congratulations to the 37 winners of the Evolution & Christian Faith (ECF) grants competition! ECF is a new BioLogos program designed to support projects and network-building among scholars, church leaders, and parachurch organizations.
People hold clearly discordant points of view, and it would be dishonest to ignore the conflict. Yet some voices emphasize the dissonance without any note of harmony to put it in context. Too often, science and faith becomes a hostile battle of worldviews, sounding angry, dissonant chords even among fellow Christians. But civil, gracious dialogue is possible.
With great pleasure, the Board of Directors of The BioLogos Foundation announces the appointment of Deborah Haarsma to become our next President, and of Jeffrey Schloss to the role of Senior Scholar. Professor Haarsma assumes leadership from our outgoing President Darrel Falk, to whom we owe a tremendous debt of gratitude.
Once we have a scientific hypothesis for how something exists, it is tempting to make the philosophical inference that this is also why it exists.
In this three-part series, Cal DeWitt offers insights and examples of why science and ethics must work together to help us make informed, practical decisions within our society. DeWitt's science-ethics-praxis model provides a framework by which we can live more effectively as God's stewards.
In this series, David Buller pays careful attention to the original language and cultural context of Genesis 2, revealing that our responsibility to care for creation is a sacred task given to us by God, not merely a modern secular activity. By taking Scripture seriously, we learn that we have a God-given mandate to be diligent stewards of His creation.
Throughout my various conversations with fellow believers, the most-mentioned anxiety over accepting an evolutionary creationist paradigm is the fear of losing the Bible as one's spiritual anchor and source of authority.
This exchange brings together related essays on death in light of evolution and Scripture from Southern Baptist theologian Dr. John Laing. Laing argues that evolutionary theory requires death to play a central role in the creation of new life, but sees Scripture depicting death only "as an invader, disturber of peace, and a force of evil." A BioLogos response is given by Dr. Jeff Schloss.
Our desire to engage in gracious dialogue with fellow believers who reject biological evolution has been receiving increased attention in both the Christian and secular press. More importantly, we are being joined in this reconciling project by our brothers and sisters in Christ who have often been defined primarily as our "opponents".
The BioLogos Forum is pleased to present this infographic about religious belief among scientists. The graphic uses data from the Pew Research Center, Rice University, and quotations from scientists assembled in a recent Huffington Post article.
The second entry in our Southern Baptist Voices dialogues, this series features William A. Dembski and Darrel Falk considering the question, "Is Darwinism Theologically Neutral?" from Southern Baptist and BioLogos perspectives. As with the first Southern Baptist Voices series, the exchange is carried out with and respect and humility as Dr. Dembski argues that Darwinism undercuts several "non-negotiables" of Christianity, and Dr. Falk confirms that assessment on several points, while demonstrating that the BioLogos position is not the same as Darwinism.
This series by Scot McKnight relates a lecture given at the 2012 BioLogos workshop for Evangelical theologians, scientists, authors and pastors. He explains that evolution is taught in public schools, and therefore must be addressed by Evangelical pastors in the churches as well. This will educate a whole generation of upcoming scientists on the issues of science and faith. Overall, he encourages scientists and pastors to collaborate on the issue as they rethink the long held interpretations of Genesis 1-3.
I found myself in a very awkward situation. On the one hand I was a follower of Jesus Christ who loved the Bible, knew that it was God's Word, and, therefore, not full of lies. However, I also was someone who had loved science for many years and was planning on pursuing a career in research...
Because evolution is a challenging subject, many Christians are tempted to simply ignore or reject it. Yet considering evolutionary creation has important benefits for Christians both in our relationship with the Creator, and with our relationships with other people—believers and non-Christians alike. First, Christians should study evolution because (like all the natural sciences) it is the study of God's creation. Creation itself is a complementary revelation to what is communicated in the Scriptures, and through it God shows how and when he brought about life, to his honor and glory. Studying the creation is also an invitation into a deeper understanding of the attributes and character of Father, Son and Spirit. Second, considering evolutionary creation aids the Church in its gospel mission, supporting young Christians in their faith, helping answer critics, and equipping us to engage effectively in the wider culture. An anti-evolution attitude can harm Christian young people by presenting them with a false choice between pursuing science OR holding to faith. Similarly, a hostile attitude towards evolution can hinder evangelism when seekers hear that they must reject science to follow Christ. On the other hand, studying evolution as a God-ordained process helps Christians refute arguments that science encourages an atheistic worldview. Furthermore, as the church engages front-page issues raised by the rapid growth in science, medicine, and technology, a Christ-centered voice in such areas as bioethics will be stronger if based on a thorough understanding of the natural sciences, including evolution.
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In this video, physicist Ard Louis describes that our value and purpose do not come from whether or not we were created by an evolutionary mechanism. Evolution may tell us something about how we were created, but it is not the source of our worth.
In this series, Dennis Venema describes his personal journey that took him away from the Intelligent Design arguments toward the evolutionary creation worldview. Through careful and honest research, he discovered ID scientific reasoning to be analogy-based, in sharp contrast to evolutionary science, which was supported by concrete data. After accepting this view, God's presence ever strengthened him as he explored the compatibility between the Bible and God's creative mechanism.
All science can say is that there was never a time when only two people existed on the earth: it is silent on whether or not God began a special relationship with a historical couple at some point in the past. This subtle but extremely important point was missed entirely in the NPR story.


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Fernandez, Wood primed to follow up stellar duel
Young hurlers combined for 25 strikeouts in previous meeting
The last time Jose Fernandez and Alex Wood squared off, on April 22 at Turner Field, they took part in a pitchers' duel for the ages. Fernandez tied a career high with 14 strikeouts, and Wood set a career high with 11 in a 1-0 Marlins victory.
Add in the efforts of relievers David Carpenter and Steve Cishek, and Atlanta and Miami combined to strike out 28 batters, the most by two teams in a game without a walk since 1900, according to the Elias Sports Bureau.
"I'm definitely excited to have a Round 2," Wood said.
Fernandez, known for his enthusiasm, plans to bring his trademark energy to the mound when the Braves and Marlins begin a series on Tuesday at Marlins Park.
"Normally, every game gets me going. I'm kind of out there with the crazy people, I think," Fernandez said. "I try to go out there and do what I love to do, and have fun. That's the main goal, and hopefully give my team a chance to win. For sure, it gets you going.
"[The Braves are] a team you've got to beat. They're in your division. They've got a good team. They play the game the right way. We're going to try to do our best."
With each team having off-days on April 24 and again on Monday, Fernandez and Wood will each take the hill after enjoying a week of rest. After an outing like the one the young duo shared, Wood was happy to have more time to recuperate.
"Any time you get in those kinds of games, mentally, it's definitely exhausting. Being a starting pitcher at this level is already mentally exhausting enough," Wood said, "especially when you match up with a guy like Fernandez. You have to be mentally prepared and all there, 100 percent, from all your preparation you do beforehand leading all the way up until you get taken out of the game, but that's what's fun about it."
Fernandez and Wood have been among the best starting pitchers in the National League this season. Wood entered Sunday ranked seventh, with a 1.54 ERA, and Fernandez was 11th, at 1.99.
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"Just go out there and try to give my team a chance to win, that's No. 1," Fernandez said. "No. 2, pitching at home, once again, I think it's going to be amazing. I love pitching at home. Hopefully, there will be a lot of fans out there, and it is a good game."
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Justin Upton entered Sunday ranked second in the NL with a .486 batting average at home. All he did was pad those stats with a 2-for-4 effort in a 1-0 win over the Reds.
As the Braves head to Miami for the three-game series against the Marlins, he hopes to improve his .191 road batting average. He batted .333 with two homers and seven RBIs in 10 games at Marlins Park in 2013.
Upton has hit only one home run in 54 plate appearances on the road in 2014, and his strikeout-to-walk ratio on the road is 3.8-to-1, compared with 1.8-to-1 at home.
Marlins: Dunn getting back on track.
Miami's bullpen woes have been well documented. Mike Dunn, the club's primary late-inning lefty, has had his struggles as well. But in his most recent appearance, on Saturday against the Mets, he threw two shutout innings and collected the win.
Dunn, acquired from the Braves as part of the Dan Uggla trade, felt that he'd thrown the ball well against the Braves on April 23, but he was charged with the loss.
He is looking to build on how he's thrown the past two appearances.
The Marlins feel they have the right group of relievers to handle the late innings, it's a matter of them gaining consistency.
"We all believe in each other, and we're all pulling for each other, and it's going to take all of us to win games," Dunn said.
Worth noting
• Upton is 0-for-7 against Fernandez, with four strikeouts. Freddie Freeman is 3-for-9 off the right-hander, also with four strikeouts.
• Christian Yelich is 4-for-9 against Wood, though he is 0-for-11 since his career-best hitting streak was halted at 17 games.
Joe Morgan is an associate reporter for MLB.com. Joe Frisaro is a reporter for MLB.com. He writes a blog, called The Fish Pond. Follow him on Twitter @JoeFrisaro. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Good morning! What's so good about it you ask? Well, the sun is shining through the smog of my city, I'm looking forward to dinner in my favorite French restaurant with my favorite lady (my mom!), and I'm having cuajada for breakfast.
Cuajada is a creamy milk curd from Northern Spain, although you can have it all over Spain now. I have mentioned cuajada before here and here. It is traditionally made with sheep's milk (leche de oveja), but is now often made with cow's milk. The cuajo or rennet is added to the heated milk and this is what curdles it. Rennet is a natural complex of enzymes found in the cow's tummy (actually any mammalian tummy), and what digests mother's milk. This complex contains an enzyme which coagulates the milk, making it separate into curds and whey.
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I have made them here in the clay crocks I bought in La Bisbal, along the Costa Brava. This is my favorite way to have it…with honey and pine nuts. It's usually served as dessert, although sometimes also for breakfast. I can have it both times, and a third for snacking!
Simply put, I love cuajada. To bits. No visit to Spain is complete without it. I think of it the way other people think about eating paella in Spain. Not leaving until I've had my fill. Is it that good? Obviously, opinions differ. This is, after all, a simple milk curd, taken with honey, sometimes nuts, sometimes fruit. But there is something about its creamy smoothness, its milky white innocence, which makes me feel inexplicably optimistic about life.
For next time:
- Add a vanilla bean or a cinnamon stick to the milk when heating.
- Try experimenting with other spices and flavors…could a "chai cuajada" be in my future?
- Use carabao's milk! Extra creamy!
Happy weekend and count your blessings! Even if sometimes they have to come from a ready-mix box :)
21 comments:
- christine said...
Yum! With my deep fondness for yogurt, it naturally follows that I love cuajada too. But come to think of it, considering the amount of time I've spent in Spain I didn't have it often enough. I want to try those grilled sardines (were they sardines?)in Marbella you and C were telling me about. What were they called again?
- Pille said...
I never had cuajada in Spain:( I guess I must head back soon and check it out - it sounds delicious!
- Kelly-Jane said...
I've not heard of cuajada, but I like yoghurt, so I'm sure this would be lovely. When I eventually get to Spain I'll look out for it! :)
- Patricia Scarpin said...
A friend of mine who lives in Portugal posted a recipe for cuajada this week and I found it really interesting, Joey!
Yours look delish! - 10:39 PM
- oggi said...
I haven't seen cuajada in any of the Spanish restaurants here in the Washington, DC area. I would like to try some, it looks and sounds delicious!
- katiez said...
I can't believe I missed that! All the years we lived in Andorra and traveled all over Spain!
Been to La Bisbal lots, though. Love their pottery and have, ahem, a kitchen full..... - 3:24 AM
- MyKitchenInHalfCups said...
Fiddle I've never had this cuajada but it certainly sounds like I'd really like it if I did. And honey and pine nuts, that would be perfection especially if I could throw in a few blueberries.
Joey, I'd really love to try this. - 10:49 AM
- Rasa Malaysia said...
The pine nuts floating on top of the soup is beautiful. I love it. :)
- Gourmet Traveller said...
Haven't tried cuajada yet but will soon. My mom mentioned she saw you today - were you in Rockwell? Anyway, I'll look out for cuajada when I get back from Vegas.
- ChichaJo said...
Hi Nens! Well, cuajada is a pretty simple thing, and not one many would think as a must-try, but I'm just strange that way :) We had the grilled sardines when we visited my cousin in Malaga...they were fantastic! I can ask her what they were called :)
Hi Pille! It is delicious! Hope you get to try it on your next trip :)
Hi Kelly-jane! I'm sure you will like it :) It's not sour like yogurt...it's more like a very fresh young cheese...and infant cheese ;)
Thanks Patricia! Sounds good! :) What's her site?
Hi Oggi! Even here, there is only one Spanish restaurant that I know that serves it...good thing I have these mixes to tide me over ;)
Hi KatieZ! I probably would have missed it too if someone hadn't made me try it :) Ah! I wanted to take more pottery home from La Bisbal but we only had one box and were a bit nervous about shipping so many breakables...wish I had bought more!
Hi Tanna! I'm sure it will be wonderful with some blueberries!
Hi Bee! I like the floating pine nuts too :)
Hi GT! Yes! I saw her at this food event to benefit breast cancer awareness...I love bumping into her, we always have a good chat :) Let me know if you get to try it...if you can find it fresh, better! - 5:12 PM
- veron said...
I've never heard of cuajada until now. Well it looks yummy and it looks just wonderful for breakfast.
- Marketman said...
Fantastic photo, but I can only imagine what it tastes like as I haven't had it before...
- valentinA said...
Beautifully made! I'm gonna try it, it sounds so tempting no matter what!
- ChichaJo said...
Hi Veron! It's really yummy...not quite the glamorous dish, but yummy nonetheless :)
Hi Marketman! Thank you :) It tastes creamy and milky...very mild...
Hi Valentina! Thanks! :) - 11:37 PM
- Patricia Scarpin said...
Sweetie, this is her blog (unfortunately, it's in Portuguese, but there's a version in French):
In Portuguese
In French - 2:06 AM
- ChichaJo said...
Thanks Patricia! :) I'm sure I can piece together something (or ask C's French-speaking cousin) :)
- Katrina said...
I've never had cuajada before, either. Which Spanish restaurant serves it here?
- Peabody said...
Not my usual breakfast but definitely sounds wonderful.
- ChichaJo said...
Hi Katrina! Gaudi has it :)
Hi Peabody! Well, this is actually more popular as a dessert, but I love it for breakfast too :) - 11:05 PM
I doubt this is still active after 4 years but here goes. I'm seeking directions on how to create this delicate dessert at home. I live in Ohio and have occasional access to fresh goat's milk. I took a trip to Spain last year, at about this time, to walk the Camino de Santiago. We started at Roncesvalles and the night before we started our pilgrimage we were treated to this simple, delicious dish following our meal of lamb and vegetables. It was served with honey on top and it was absolutely divine. Do you have a recipe? If you do, I would deeply appreciate it if you shared it with me. You can reach me via email. Thank you very much.
- C Faux said...
I just came back from La Rioja and ate cuajada morning noon and night. And now I am back in the USA completely going into convulsions because there's nowhere to get this wonderful concoction.


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The exhibition will feature thesis projects by 23 Master of Fine Arts candidates in Washington University's Graduate School of Art, part of the Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts.
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Land Records for Baltimore City – TO REGISTER A DEED, follow this link to THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BALTIMORE CITY
Land records are a part of the Maryland State Archives holdings. They are available online at http://mdlandrec.net where you'll be able to pick your own password and have access within minutes.
Any problems that arise in MDLandRec can be addressed through the "Contact the Help Desk" link on bottom of the page in the original version or the "Send Image Feedback" link in the right column of the new version.
To determine the current block number for a property, visit the State Department of Assessment and Taxation website. After you enter the address, the current Ward, Section, and Block number appear at the top of the information concerning the address (which includes owner, location & structure, value, transfer, exemption, and homestead application information).
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- Somewhere in that record should be a paragraph reading something along the lines of "Being the same lots of ground described in a deed dated _____ and recorded among the Land Records of Baltimore City in Liber XXX No. 1111, Folio 222, from so-and-so" You now have the data you need to move back to the next deed.
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Doris e holmes permalinkOctober 4, 2013 11:39 pm
My insurance company would like to know what year the house was built address is —- north central ave.Baltimore MD.21202
Jennifer permalinkDecember 12, 2013 4:07 am
Is there a way to find a property by owners name? My great grandparent owned a house in the 1950's and I'm trying to find the location.
December 13, 2013 1:43 pm
how can I find out who owned a Baltimore city property around 1954-60?
Murray Berger permalinkDecember 17, 2013 9:16 pm
how do I get a user name and password for this site
Fred ladda permalinkJanuary 10, 2014 12:40 am
I have searched for land records in MD for Valentine Napyer (Napier) without success for the peroid 1650-1700. Besides not looking in the right place what am I doing wrong
ashley permalinkJanuary 25, 2014 2:57 am
There is a building on E. North Ave. called the Ashley Apartments. I was wondering how do I find out who owns the property?
Eric permalinkFebruary 28, 2014 2:01 am
How can I find the land owner for payment of land rent? Rent was paid by the mortgage co before, but now they don't seem to have any contact information.
Joseph H. permalinkMarch 13, 2014 4:57 pm
I recenlt bought a property in the city…it was built in 1890, I wanted to know how I can find out the first owners of the home, I only have the address to go on and the land record search, only went back to 1998…Can you lead me in the right direction..the address is 1905 park ave baltimore
Joseph H. permalinkMarch 20, 2014 9:25 pm
Amy…so I looked and there is a record for 1897, but for some reason it keep pulling up an error. Is there anyway I can pull the actual record?
Daniel permalinkJune 3, 2014 12:48 pm
My residence is on a corner lot. It is not clear to me where my property begins and ends on the side street as there is no curb. Is there a way to get a definitive answer regarding where the line is?
Wendy Boyce permalinkJuly 8, 2014 8:44 pm
My husband owns a house in the city. His ex wife's name is still on house taxes/property deed/water bill. How do we get her name off these records?
tina permalinkAugust 14, 2014 2:16 pm
My grandmother passed away last month. Ive been living in the home with her. I was her caregiver as well. She died but didnt get the will registered. I have the will stating she wanted me to own the home. How do i get the house deed transfer into my name after she died.
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I'm trying to find out the history of the house we have been renting for 3yrs. It's an older home in Baltimore City. I'm not having much luck trying to figure it out. The address is 2124 Ramsay St Baltimore Maryland 21223. Any suggestions?
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Axl talked for the very first time ever on the real reasons on why he left wrestling. You will hear about his drug addiction that lead him from shooting needles into his arms in ECW to taking heroin. What else did Axl Rotten do in ECW that nobody knew about. Did he think he was going to die? If you like to hear about wild drug stories this shoot is for you. It is as open as the Chris Candido shoot when it comes to the drug use issue.
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For your event, Club Cambria is available to host up to 60 guests in one of the classiest settings - and with one of the most fabulous views - that the North Shore has to offer.
This intimate luxury retreat features lavish stadium-style soft seating with Cambria natural quartz countertops, bar tops, tabletops, wall cladding and tile throughout. It's designed specifically for networking with and entertaining clients, employees and associates in the highest-class setting.
Accommodates 60.
One of our largest venues, the Rivertowne Brewing Hall of Fame Club is located in left field and features a large dining area, a full-service bar complete with 25 embroidered Pirates stools, a lounge chair seating area and 20 flat screen HD televisions, including two 52-inch flat screens.
Retractable glass doors that open to PNC Park provide your guests an "open air" atmosphere. An outdoor patio overlooking left-center field and the Pittsburgh skyline features a large bar, and a canopy area that can accommodate more than 100 people.
Prominently featured in the space are bronze plaques paying tribute to Pirates Hall of Famers. Additionally, the Rivertowne Brewing Hall of Fame Club has its own private entrance located off of Federal Street.
Accommodates 250 for a seated function and 400 for a reception-style function (no formal seating).
The Pittsburgh Baseball Club Level, or "PBC" Level, is made up of Keystone Corner, Gunner's Lounge and Club 3000. All three venues include breathtaking views of the PNC Park playing field and the Pittsburgh city skyline, which can be enjoyed from inside or from their own private terraces. With a full view of the video board from each club, displaying a message or video of your choosing can be a great addition to events on the PBC Level.
The Lexus Club is a sophisticated lounge and dining area ideal for events ranging from casual cocktail receptions to black-tie affairs. The décor is accented with rich woodwork and unique Pirates artwork and memorabilia. An elaborate bar, lounge area and fireplace accentuate the elegance. Wall-mounted flat screen televisions, a private entrance, versatile seating configurations and the option to add staging elements or a dance floor round out the amenities.
Capacity is 250 guests for a seated function and 450 for a reception-style function (no formal seating).
The Multi-Purpose Room, also known as the Pirates Press Conference Room, is ideal for presentations, workshops, trade shows or other events with classroom or theatre-style seating. Combine it with the adjacent Lexus Club to form an elegant dining setting or break-out meeting space for all-day conferences.
Capacity is 50 to 250 guests, depending on room set-up.
The Tour Theatre is located on the second level of the Pirates Administration Building. Equipped with advanced built-in audiovisual equipment, it is ideal for meetings, presentations and corporate retreats, as well as more intimate events, such as rehearsal dinners and bridal or baby showers.
Capacity is 15 to 70 guests, depending on room set-up.
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Capacity is 25 to 100 guests, depending on room set-up.
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Capacity is 50 to 450 guests.
Ask about using the PNC Park Riverwalk, Pirates Cove and main concourse to extend your outdoor event space.
Overlooking the playing field and the North Shore, the Deck is ideal for casual parties and cocktail events. This partially-covered space features a private entrance and is located just under the PNC Park video board.
Capacity is 50 to 300 guests.
Ask about using the PNC Park Riverwalk, Pirates Cove and main concourse to extend your outdoor event space.


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(SportsNetwork.com) - A capsule look of the major needs and a possible course of action for the NFC teams in the 2014 NFL Draft, which will take place at New York's Radio City Music Hall from May 8-10.
Dallas (8-8)
Top Needs: S, DT, QB
First Three Picks: No. 16, No. 47, No. 78
Number of Selections: 11 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 7, 7. 7, 7, 7)
Death, taxes and the Cowboys at 8-8 may seem like the three certainties of life these days but playing .500 football is no birthright for Dallas in 2014.
The poor stewardship of Jerry Jones has been whittling away at the talent on the Cowboys' roster for years and the often brilliant play of quarterback Tony Romo has masked quite a few deficiencies.
Romo, who just turned 34, suffered a back injury at the end of the 2013 season, however, and was forced to undergo surgery, his second procedure on the back inside of a calendar year.
Former Dallas QB Troy Aikman, who had back surgery himself during his Hall of Fame career, recently told the Cowboys' website that a signal caller never really knows if his back is strong enough to withstand the punishment of an NFL season until the real bullets start firing.
"Two back surgeries in less than a year at his age, I would be a bit concerned," Aikman said. "I'm hopeful that he's able to come back -- everybody is. This team won't be the same if he's not able to."
The Cowboys currently have quite a few holes to patch and adding a potential problem at the game's most important position, unless you are buying the fact that Brandon Weeden could resuscitate his flailing career in north Texas, isn't going to help.
The concerns start on the defensive side of the ball where the team was historically bad last season and must replace DeMarcus Ware and Jason Hatcher on the line while addressing a safety position devoid of competent options.
Jones probably doesn't even know what the Cowboys are going to run defensively this season, but if they stick with a Monte Kiffin-Rod Marinelli Tampa-2 amalgamation, getting a potential impact player at the three-technique and a solid run-stuffer at the zero-spot is important.
The 'Boys think they filled the hole at under tackle by signing former Chicago star Henry Melton, who is coming off a serious injury. Notre Dame nose Louis Nix could be the load in the middle the Cowboys need and the prototypical zero technique.
If safety is the choice, Calvin Pryor of Louisville is more likely to be available at No. 16 than Alabama's Ha Ha Clinto-Dix. Meanwhile, if in-state star Johnny Manziel, drops on draft day, it will be impossible for the ill- prepared Jones to ignore his potential starpower.
N.Y. Giants (7-9)
Top Needs: OL, LB, TE, WR
First Three Picks: No. 12, No. 43, No. 74
Number of Selections: 7 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 5, 6)
The Giants were one of the busiest teams in free agency but there is still plenty of work to be done in Gotham as the 2014 NFL Draft approaches.
Big Blue still looks awfully weak on the offensive line as well as at linebacker and tight end.
Eli Manning's poor 2013 season probably makes offense the top priority at No. 12 overall. Whether that ends up being an offensive tackle (think Michigan's Taylor Lewan or Notre Dame's Zack Martin), or a tight end like North Carolina's Eric Ebron is up for debate.
The fly in the ointment could be if Pitt defensive tackle Aaron Donald happened to fall, a scenario which would almost make general manager Jerry Reese obligated to pounce.
Linebackers C.J. Mosely of Alabama and Anthony Barr of UCLA are also good fits on paper because the only given at that position for the Giants is the aging and oft-injured Jon Beason.
Philadelphia (10-6)
Top Needs: WR, OLB, S, PK
First Three Picks: No. 22, No. 54, No. 86
Number of Selections: 6 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7)
Going defense in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft looked like a foregone conclusion for the Philadelphia Eagles, that is until they surprisingly released big-play receiver DeSean Jackson back in March.
Now finding a potential replacement for the explosive Jackson, who now calls Washington D.C. his home, is just as important as getting the edge pass rusher or snaring a complement at safety for the newly-signed Malcolm Jenkins. In fact, considering Chip Kelly's offensive mindset, it might be the far more likely scenario for the Eagles now.
Behind the scenes, the Eagles' spin is that while dynamic, Jackson is limited as a receiver because of size and concussion issues. Philly also thinks its cheaper options at the position like Riley Cooper and Jeremy Maclin are more than capable, and that they could draft a suitable replacement like Oregon State speedster Brandin Cooks.
That said Kelly is also fond of saying big people beat up little people and that could mean the 6-foot-5 Kelvin Benjamin would be his answer, a monster target who commands a double-team in the middle of the field instead of the one Jackson created over the top.
Others in the mix should include LSU's Odell Beckham Jr. and Indiana's Cody Latimer.
"I think Kelvin Benjamin, who's a little bit of a polarizing player out of Florida State, that to me would be a name I would keep an eye on," NFL Network draft analyst Charles Davis said when discussing Philadelphia's draft prospects. "(When you think about) Chip Kelly at Oregon, everybody focuses on the pace and the tempo, and they kind of assume that he likes little, small, fast players, but on the outside they always have big, physical receivers.
"I would think adding more size, if you add Kelvin Benjamin, now you've got Riley Cooper and then you throw Jeremy Maclin in the mix, now they're going to be able to move the ball in between the 20s, but you get down in the red zone you've got two guys you can throw the ball up to. That Kelvin Benjamin to the Eagles to me is one I keep an eye on."
Washington (3-13)
Top Needs: S, LB, OL
First Three Picks: No. 34, No. 66, No. 102
Number of Selections: 7 (2, 3, 4, 5, 5, 6, 7)
Mortgaging the farm for Robert Griffin III looked like a prudent decision after the quarterback's freshman season inside the Beltway.
It's not nearly as clear cut now after his poor sophomore campaign, however.
The Redskins will be without a first-round pick for the second straight season after moving up to get RG3 in the 2012 draft but this time around, it hurts a little more because Washington's pick would have been the No. 2 overall selection after a dismal 3-13 campaign.
Griffin's health remains the main story line in D.C. because he never looked right last season after tearing his ACL and LCL during the playoffs the year prior.
The Redskins' first choice is scheduled to be No. 34 overall and they could try to help the franchise player by augmenting the offensive line, perhaps Nevada's Joel Bitonio or Virginia's Morgan Moses.
Beefing up the back seven on defense, which was a disaster in 2013, should also be a high priority.
Chicago (8-8)
Top Needs: S, DT, CB
First Three Picks: No. 14, No. 51, No. 82
Number of Selections: 7 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 6)
The Bears rebooted things before last season, firing veteran defensive-minded head coach Lovie Smith and bringing in an offensive guy, Marc Trestman, to build a 21st century scoring unit around talented but enigmatic signal-caller Jay Cutler.
It worked and it didn't work. Trestman did build a tremendous offense which succeeded whether Cutler or veteran backup Josh McCown, who is now in Tampa Bay, was on the field thanks in large part to the dynamic receiving duo of Alshon Jeffery and Brandon Marshall, along with a rebuilt offensive line.
The defense, however, tanked without Smith and veteran middle linebacker Brian Urlacher, turning on a dime from the most opportunistic group in the league to a unit incapable of stopping just about anyone.
This time around rebuilding the defensive side of things is paramount in the Windy City and additions at all three levels make sense.
The Bears would love to see the ultra-talented Donald fall to them at No. 14 overall but that likelihood grows dimmer and dimmer by the day so keep a sharp eye on Alabama's Clinton-Dix, the best safety in the draft who has the range and ball skills to be a playmaker early in his career.
"When you look at the Bears, I start at the safety position," NFL Network draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah said. "I think when you watched them play last year, that stood out to me on the defensive side of the ball. There was a lot of issues, but the safety position, both in the run, guys taking poor angles to the alley, missing tackles, and then lack of instinct in the back end, the ball sailing over their heads.
"I think you start with the safety position, and where they're picking, I think they'll have shot at one of those top two guys, Ha Ha Clinton-Dix from Alabama and Calvin Pryor from Louisville."
Detroit (7-9)
Top Needs: CB, WR, S, OL
First Three Picks: No. 10, No. 45, No. 76
Number of Selections: 8 (1, 2, 3, 4, 4, 4, 6, 7)
A slight improvement on the field wasn't enough for Jim Schwartz to keep his job in the Motor City largely because his team remained undisciplined, win or lose.
Former Indianapolis Colts coach Jim Caldwell is the new sheriff in town, handed the task of not only cleaning up the now trademarked boneheaded play but also the mechanics to talented but underachieving quarterback Matthew Stafford.
If you really can't teach an old dog new tricks, the clock is ticking on Stafford. Four years into his NFL career, the book on the former No. 1 overall pick hasn't changed. He's an elite talent with mechanical issues, relying on his plus-arm strength to make up for shoddy footwork, poor arm angles and questionable decision-making.
Schwartz made a lot of mistakes in Detroit, but perhaps the most perplexing of all was enabling Stafford's distorted view of his own fundamentals. Caldwell has a history with both Peyton Manning and Joe Flacco so perhaps he has enough cachet to tell Stafford he needs fixing.
Adding a receiving option opposite Calvin Johnson could only help Stafford as would beefing up the offensive line.
That said, the secondary, specifically the cornerback position shapes up as the most-needy right now for the Lions and with the 10th overall pick, Detroit could conceivably have its choice between the two top options, Oklahoma State product Justin Gilbert and former Michigan State press-coverage standout Darqueze Dennard.
The Lions also won't be picking up the fifth-year option on defensive tackle Nick Fairley while Ndamukong Suh is the poster child of the team's undisciplined play and quite possible on the trading block. Donald is the best and most athletically gifted three-technique tackle in the draft and could also be in play.
"You look at Detroit at 10, depending how this draft falls, remember they did not extend Nick Fairley inside," NFL Network draft analyst Charles Davis said in a recent conference call. "They told him he's going to have to play for it before they give him a contract extension. (Aaron) Donald could be a guy that they could make a move on him right then and there."
Green Bay (8-7-1)
Top Needs: S, TE, WR, DT
First Three Picks: No. 21, No. 53, No. 85
Number of Selections: 9 (1, 2, 3, 3, 4, 5, 5, 6, 7)
The Green Bay Packers saw what life was like without Aaron Rodgers for an extended period of time last year and the results were hardly pretty.
A broken collarbone sidelined the superstar for seven straight weeks as the Pack floundered before A-Rod returned with his Superman cape to lead Green Bay to a season-ending victory over the Chicago Bears to secure the team's third straight division title despite a pedestrian 8-7-1 record in the downtrodden NFC North.
Rodgers has been helping cover up a deeply-flawed roster in Titletown for about three years now, dating back to the time highly-regarded general manger Ted Thompson began missing more often than not on his high-profile picks.
The chickens have started coming home to roost and it's time for Thompson to reverse course and become the guy he was in the mid-2000s, especially boosting what has been a dismal front seven save for Clay Matthews while also addressing needs at safety, tight end and the offensive line.
The Packers brought in Julius Peppers to play opposite Matthews, but expecting a player in his mid-30s who has always played with his hand in the dirt to excel in space is the very definition of pounding the square peg in the round hole.
UCLA's Barr has been falling in recent mock drafts and would be a much better fit as an edge defender in the 3-4, and although the former running back is raw, Barr has the ceiling of a top-five prospect.
If Barr is off the board, focus on Louisville's Pryor or even former Northern Illinois star Jimmie Ward at safety.
Minnesota (5-10-1)
Top Needs: QB, LB, DE, CB
First Three Picks: No. 8, No. 40, No. 72
Number of Selections: 8 (1, 2, 3, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
The Vikings clearly need a franchise quarterback, but after trading for the underwhelming A.J. Feeley while in Miami and swinging and missing badly by reaching for Christian Ponder back in 2011 draft, general manager Rick Spielman probably doesn't have the political capital to roll the dice on any signal caller with the eighth overall pick.
Add in the fact the aggressive Mike Zimmer is the new coach in Minneapolis and defense should be the obvious direction for the Vikings.
Minnesota has already addressed the front four (re-signing promising pass rusher Everson Griffen and inking ascending nose tackle Linval Joseph along with underrated swingman Corey Wootton), as well as cornerback (snaring slot star Captain Munnerlyn and the lengthy Derek Cox) in free agency, but the Vikings have been quiet on the linebacker front, save for bringing back the limited Jasper Brinkley on a make-good deal.
The prudent strategy for the Vikings might be moving down a few spots and taking former Alabama Mosley, who turned a few people off at the NFL Combine by not running the 40-yard dash and refusing to address the media. If Mosley checks out medically, however, he could be the type of seek-and-destroy player who could be a terror in a Zimmer scheme. UCLA edge-standout Barr is another option.
"C.J. Mosley is somebody I think that doesn't get talked enough about," NFL Network draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah said in a recent conference call. "When you watch him on tape, in scouting we talk about guys being clean players on tape. I don't have a lot of negatives when I watch him."
The only QB who could make Spielman bite at No. 8 is UCF's Blake Bortles but it remains unlikely that Bortles falls that far. Second-round options at the position figure to include LSU's Zach Mettenberger, Pitt's Tom Savage, Alabama's A.J. McCarron and possibly the plummeting Teddy Bridgewater of Louisville.
Atlanta (4-12)
Top Needs: DE, OT, TE,
First Three Picks: No. 6, No. 37, No. 68
Number of Selections: 10 (1, 2, 3, 4, 4, 5, 6, 7, 7, 7)
With quarterback Matt Ryan in the prime of his career, the Atlanta Falcons believe they can pull off a worst-to-first-type of scenario in 2014 as long as they fix the problems up front on both sides of the ball.
First and foremost, general manager Thomas Dimitroff was intent on getting bigger and more physical, and he took some significant strides in that direction during free agency, bringing in run-stuffer Paul Soliai from Miami and big, five-technique defensive end Tyson Jackson on the defensive side. Jackson's teammate from Kansas City, guard Jon Asamoah, was snared to help the offensive line.
Now Atlanta needs the big-time edge pass rusher and there is only one in this draft, South Carolina stud Jadeveon Clowney, the best pure talent in this class with an upside that is off the charts.
The Falcons will obviously have to trade up to get Clowney and they seem willing to do so. If forced to stand pat at No. 6, however, Atlanta will likely be content to take the best offensive tackle left on the board whether it is Auburn star Greg Robinson or NFL-ready Texas A&M legacy Jake Matthews.
The Falcons currently have 2008 first-round pick Sam Baker, who played just four games last year due to knee issues, penciled in at left tackle, but would like to flip him over to the right side and get a more athletic option to protect Ryan's blind side.
Carolina (12-4)
Top Needs: WR, OL, DB
First Three Picks: No. 28, No. 60, No. 92
Number of Selections: 7 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
The Carolina Panthers are coming off a brilliant 12-4 season, spearheaded by the playmaking ability of quarterback Cam Newton as well as an impressive front seven on defense led by all-world middle linebacker Luke Kuechly.
There are clouds on the horizon, though, with definitive holes in the Tar Heel State. The most notable problems are at wide receiver after the departures of veterans Steve Smith and Ted Ginn, and along the offensive line after the retirement of longtime left tackle Jordan Gross. On the other side of the ball, the defensive backfield needs help after the Panthers lost underrated free safety Mike Mitchell and playmaking slot cornerback Captain Munnerlyn.
The receiving corps wasn't exactly dynamic with Smith and Ginn and is now headlined by the pedestrian pair of Jerricho Cotchery and Jason Avant so you can bet Newton will be in second-year GM David Gettleman's ear to get him some help outside the numbers.
That's the most likely scenario because Carolina's first pick is deep in the draft at No. 28 overall and the WR position is among the beefiest in this year's process. You have to figure in a group which includes players like Beckham, Cooks as well as Benjamin and USC standout Marqise Lee, one might fall to the Panthers.
If not keep an eye on fast-rising Virginia offensive tackle Moses as well as cornerbacks like TCU's Jason Verrett and Virginia Tech's Kyle Fuller.
New Orleans (11-5)
Top Needs: CB, LB, OT
First Three Picks: No. 27, No. 58, No. 91
The marquee free-agent addition of star safety Jairus Byrd teamed with last year's first-round pick in New Orleans, Kenny Vaccaro, gives Sean Payton and the Saints one of the best safety tandems in the league.
The next step on defense should be upgrading a cornerback group headlined by Keenan Lewis and descending future Hall of Famer Champ Bailey, who came over in the offseason from Denver.
Offensively, NOLA needs to fortify the line, especially the tackle position and find a replacement for the underappreciated Lance Moore, who fled to Pittsburgh in free agency.
The Saints' first chance is at No. 27 overall and most of the corners worthy of that pick figure to be off the board, so shifting toward the draft's deepest position -- wide receiver -- makes sense.
Southern Cal's Lee projects as the best route runner in this year's draft and could give Drew Brees yet another solid option rather quickly. Other targets may be Oregon State speedster Cooks or edge pass rusher Dee Ford of Auburn a possible complement to pass-rushing star Cameron Jordan.
Tampa Bay (4-12)
Top Needs: QB, DE, LB, TE
First Three Picks: No. 7, No. 38, No. 69
Number of Selections: 6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7)
The professionalism is back in the Tampa Bay organization after veteran coach Lovie Smith was brought in to replace the train wreck that was Greg Schiano.
And so is the intrigue.
Smith, a defensive-minded guy, and new general manager Jason Licht need to rebuild the offensive line and add depth at all three levels on defense, especially cornerback after trading away star Darrelle Revis.
The new Bucs regime also signed veteran quarterback Josh McCown in free agency and has made it very clear by its actions that they don't have all that much confidence in second-year signal-caller Mike Glennon as a long-term answer
All of that means a number of positions could be in play when Tampa selects at No. 7 overall. Keep an eye on Bortles, who could stay in the Sunshine State if he's still on the board.
If he's gone the Bucs might shift to receiver after moving on from the troubled Mike Williams in the offseason. The lengthy Mike Evans of Texas A&M could team with Vincent Jackson to give McCown a similar set-up to what he had in Chicago last season (Brandon Marshall and Alshon Jeffery).
Arizona (10-6)
Top Needs: S, RB, QB, TE
First Three Picks: No. 20, No. 52, No. 84
Number of Selections: 6 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
Not a lot of people have noticed but the Arizona Cardinals have quickly turned into one of the more talented teams in all of football.
Perhaps the best club not to make the playoffs in 2013, the Cards are hoping to tweak the roster a bit to get over the hump under second-year coach Bruce Arians.
Their biggest weakness -- the offensive line -- was addressed in free agency when the team brought former Raider Jared Veldheer in to play left tackle. That move, along with the return of immensely talented guard Jonathan Cooper (last year's first-round pick) from a broken left fibula should solidify things in front of quarterback Carson Palmer, who will turn 35 late next season.
Palmer helped Arizona double its win total from 2012 but at his age, it's prudent that the Cardinals start thinking about the heir apparent.
Other areas of need include safety and running back. In the defensive backfield, 2013 rookie Tyrann Mathieu proved to be a playmaker but tore both his ACL and LCL in a victory over the St. Louis Rams in December. Meanwhile, fellow freshman Andre Ellington proved to be a big-play threat in his inaugural NFL campaign but may not have the size and physicality to be an every down bell cow at running back.
San Francisco (12-4)
Top Needs: CB, WR, DL
First Three Picks: No. 30, No. 56, No. 61
Number of Selections: 11 (1, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3, 4, 5, 7, 7, 7)
San Francisco remains one of the more talented teams in the NFL from one through 53 but there are holes to be filled, namely outside the numbers on both offense and defense.
The 49ers need a legitimate speed threat on offense who can pop the top off opposing defenses. In turn, they need corners who can hold up in man coverage on the edge. Depth along the defensive front and a center with upside to challenge the pedestrian Daniel Kilgore are less pressing needs.
This is one of the deepest drafts in recent memory so San Francisco should be able to get a solid contributor with the 30th overall pick. Fast-rising Indiana receiver Cody Latimer is looking like a glove-like fit but Oregon State's Cooks also might be an option, especially if the Niners want a pure speed demon.
At corner TCU's Verrett is undersized at 5-foot-9 but shapes up as a Munnerlyn-type, a player who battles enough to compete on the outside during early downs before moving into the slot and becoming a difference maker on obvious passing downs.
Ohio State's Bradley Roby could also be in play due to some off-the-field issues that could result in him falling a bit.
Seattle (13-3)
Top Needs: OG, DE, TE
First Three Picks: No. 32, No. 64, No. 132
Number of Selections: 6 (1, 2, 4, 5, 5, 6)
Everywhere you look the reigning Super Bowl champs are loaded with talent save for one notable exception, the offensive line.
The one real weakness in Seattle is with the big uglies, and that was before the team lost Breno Giacomini and Paul McQuistan in free agency.
The looming problem is that all of the offensive linemen worthy of a first- round grade, should be gone by the time the Seahawks get around to picking at No. 32 overall, although if UCLA guard Xavier Su'a-Filo or Alabama tackle Cyrus Kouandjio fall expect general manager John Schneider to pounce.
If all the O-linemen are indeed gone, however, adding another pass rusher like Auburn's Dee Ford to replace the departed Chris Clemons might be a nice fallback option.
"I think (the offensive line is) a place where you say, okay, there's a need," NFL Network draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah said. "You can upgrade there. But outside of that, this team has so much depth and so much talent. Everybody gives lip service to they're a team that selects the best available player, but the advantage in the NFL is when you have a great roster, that's easy to do. You don't have to force things."
St. Louis (7-9)
Top Needs: OT, WR, S
First Three Picks: No. 2, No. 13, No. 44
Number of Selections: 12 (1, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7, 7)
St. Louis has two first-round picks for the second consecutive season and would probably like to trade down from No. 2 overall to build on the windfall it got in the Robert Griffin III trade.
If forced to stay put, however, it would be a prudent idea to get the best offensive tackle on the board because Jake Long coming off a torn ACL and Rodger Saffold has proven to be injury-prone.
Clowney remains the best pure prospect in this draft, but the Rams already have what he projects to be (Robert Quinn), along with another solid end in Chris Long.
At tackle Matthews is the safer choice, but Robinson's ceiling is much higher and he blew up at the combine, clocking 4.92 seconds in the 40-yard dash at 332 pounds, putting up 32 reps on the bench press and excelling in both the 3- cone drill and the short shuttle.
"I'm not at full potential right now. I still have a lot to go," Robinson said. "I started last year (and that) was my first season starting. Like the guys they have ahead of me like Jake Matthews, he started since he was a freshman. That's just something I feel I need to prove."
With their second pick at No. 13 overall adding playmaking ability with a bigger receiver opposite one of their top picks from a year ago, Tavon Austin, makes a lot of sense, especially if the Rams are really intent on moving forward with Sam Bradford at quarterback.
That said the two top receivers -- Clemson's Watkins and Evans of Texas A&M -- figure to be long gone. That could turn the Rams' mindset to the other side of the ball and the defensive backfield where a safety like Clinton-Dix or a cornerback like Dennard would be options.
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Everyone is beginning to understand the importance of having an antivirus program or spyware installed onto their computers. Our computers at home or at work hold countless irreplaceable files that would be devastated if corrupted or deleted due to a virus. As you search on the Internet you will be able to find a wide variety of antivirus software programs. Since everyone is more interested in the antivirus protections it seems that all the companies are jumping on the boat and trying to sell their own antivirus software. Everyone wants a piece of the pie. Let's talk about some of the best antivirus software that is out there.
Feel free to do your own research on the Internet where many people have created product review websites that will allow you simple comparison between the best antivirus programs. This article will just touch on a couple of them.
One of the most highly ranked antivirus software products is Avira. They have a good reputation that has been going on for many years. It has more features and does a better job compared to all of the other antivirus software on the Internet. For the price you pay you get the most for your product. It has great defense from viruses and other hacker malware on the Internet. It's also considered to be very user-friendly software along with its many great features.
Another great antivirus software is Avast. They have many similar features to Avira but the main difference is the cost. Both also have free antivirus software versions for personal use and the free versions are better than most of the more expensive products. You should give them a try.
Webroot antivirus is newer software that is becoming ever more popular among antivirus users. It can't quite compare with the above-mentioned software but it does offer a great price for the product. It will still give you great protection but not with the extent of features for a low cost. Webroot antivirus will continue to improve over time.
One of the most common antivirus software programs is Norton Antivirus. This software come preinstalled on many computers and many people choose to keep it. It is considered one of the best antivirus software programs but it does lack in some of the major features of the other programs and it has been noted to slow your computer with too many needless scans.
Most of these companies have free trial offers for their software. Take the time to see which antivirus software is best for you and protecting your files. Each product will have different pros and cons so in the end it's up to you to choose the best antivirus software for you.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES GUEST BLOG -- MICHAEL PRIMERANO Death and taxes in 2013 -- the looming federal estate tax changeBy MICHAEL PRIMERANO 4:30 am, November 26, 2012
Estate tax, inheritance tax and death tax all mean the same thing. Before any of your wealth can be distributed to your heirs, your favorite Uncle Sam would like to collect his "fair" share. Barring any surprise action by Congress before the end of this year, the federal estate and gift tax exemptions are scheduled to roll back to 2001 levels effective January 1, 2013. During 2012 the federal estate and gift tax exemption amount is $10.24 million per married couple and $5.12 million for a single person with a maximum marginal rate of 35%. But in 2013 the lifetime exemption amount will drop to $1 million per person or $2 million per married couple with a maximum marginal rate of 55%.
So what does this mean you ask? This means that if you are a family with a net worth of $2 million or more, there's not much time left this year for you to capitalize on estate planning strategies that could reduce or altogether eliminate your potential estate tax liability.
Some strategies you might explore include the creation of trusts like GRAT's1, QPRT's2 and ILIT's3 (funded with life insurance). Fully funding or "front loading" a 529 college savings plan is another approach used to remove assets from your taxable estate.
The federal estate tax is here to stay – at least for the foreseeable future. Employing the right mix of planning techniques can mean a world of difference to the legacy you leave behind.
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Democrat Bob Filner resigned from Congress on Monday after taking the oath as mayor of San Diego, the nation's eighth largest city.
Filner's seat in the U.S. House will only be vacant temporarily. Juan Vargas, a California state senator, defeated Republican Michael Crimmins last month to succeed Filner in the 51st Congressional District.
Filner, 70, is only the second Democrat in 40 years to become mayor of San Diego. He defeated Republican Carl DeMaio on Nov. 6. Jerry Sanders could not run for mayor again because of term limits.
Filner served 10 terms in Congress and was first elected in 1992. He served as chairman of the House Veterans' Affairs Committee in 2007 and shepherded an overhaul of the GI Bill, which helps veterans pay for college and their first homes.
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text: Marketwatch -- Have you heard about the great conspiracy behind gasoline prices? Apparently, it's the one that's causing prices to skyrocket at the pumps. Gas is up about 50 cents so far this year, hitting an average of about $3.80 a gallon nationwide. Of course, somebody must be "to blame." Turns out it's the fault of "greedy speculators" who are driving up the price. Everybody says so. Progressive websites. Conservative-leaning newspapers. Politicians at the state and federal level. Even regulators.The evidence is that "non-commercial" interests — in other words, financial investors and speculators — now account for most of the trading in oil futures. On some occasions, indeed, they pretty much constitute the entire market. It's those darn greedy speculators, stealing your money! It's a Read the Full Article


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Easy Christmas Gift Wrapping Ideas
Chalkboard tags [1]
Trendy chalkboard tags add a personal touch to any gift. Use purchased chalkboard tags, cut tag shapes out of chalkboard paper, or create your own paper with chalkboard spray paint. Write message with chalk or a white chalk pen.
Natural colors [9]
Burlap and feathers are unconventional trimmings on beautiful packages. TIp: Wrap gifts early and use them as holiday decor!
Cinnamon accents [12]
To create this easy wrap—especially appropriate for food gifts—just use washi tape and string to tie cinnamon sticks to your package.
Wood chip tags [15]
Use purchased wood chips or cut your own (if you cut your own, wait at least two weeks before painting). Drill a hole in the top. Decorate either with paint (we used painter's tape and stickers to help with lines and lettering), or simply write on the wood with a Sharpie.
Vintage-feel wrap [18]
Vintage-look papers, brown ribbon, buttons and lace make great handcrafted packages.
Sticker style [21]
Cover your package with kraft paper, then wrap with white raffia. Embellish with purchased scrapbook stickers in any shape you like.
Print package [24]
Wrap packages with plain kraft paper and decorate with velvet ribbon, gold twine and tissue paper printed with old-fashioned typewriter type.
Felt and pompoms [27]
To add color to a package wrapped in kraft paper, hot-glue a series of felt triangles to the front. (Cut triangles from a red felt sheet.) Wrap a coordinating ribbon around the sides without the triangles. Finish with a pom-pom on top.
Sweet idea [30]
Folded cupcake liners, plain paper and twine go together for a simple but striking wrap, especially for kitchen-related gifts. Use a mini liner for the top.
Lacy look [33]
Use adhesive spray to add lacy paper doilies to gifts; tie with yarn.
Recycled wrap [36]
Use newspapers to wrap packages, then mix black, white and red ribbons for stylish bows.
Patterned tree [39]
Create a unique tree on your package with washi tape and strips of patterned paper.
Paper strings [42]
String tiny paper cutouts of Christmas trees and stars on metallic thread to give Christmas packages a special tie-up.
Top with a doily [45]
Instead of using a traditional bow, top a present with a small doily. Cover the gift in brown kraft paper, then tie on the doily with festive ribbon.
Fuzzy accents [48]
Wool balls and different styles of yarn give charm even to packages wrapped in plain white paper.
Winter scene [51]
Create a winter wonderland on top of a wrapped package. Use a few dots of hot glue to attach mini packages and bottlebrush trees. Glue metallic beads to the trees for extra sparkle.
With bells on [54]
Jingle bells glued and tied on these packages add a finishing touch to pretty papers and ribbons. Let your creations decorate the mantel until Christmas morning!
Stylish accents [57]
Accent a gift with decorative ribbons. For added embellishment, use embroidery thread and a needle to create a cross-stitch and/or running stitch design. Make the bow out of a cardboard paper towel tube. Flatten the tube lengthwise, then cut it into five pieces of equal width. Hot-glue ends together to form a bow.
Wallpaper wrap [60]
Looking for something a little different, or have leftover papers in the house? Think outside the box for wrapping paper. Wallpaper, art paper, even shelving liner can all become pretty Christmas wrap.
Kid-inspired wrapping [63]
Any kid at heart will tell you that the wrapping often is just as much fun as the gift. Get children involved in holiday gift-giving by offering them plain wrapping paper to decorate. Their drawings, cutouts, stamps, glued-on pom-poms and scrawled letters promise personal touches no wrapping-paper company can match.
Draw a pattern [66]
Take a fine-tip permanent marker to kraft paper (before wrapping your gift), and draw a fun freehand pattern, such as loose figure eights that don't have to be perfect. Layer on ribbons to one side so they don't hide too much artwork. If you like, first adorn ribbons with decorative stitching.
Recycled tags [69]
Dress up a package with tags recycled from pretty holiday cards. Use a tag punch to create the shape, then trim with chenille stem or other embellishments. Punch a hole near the top, and if you like, finish with a metal eyelet.
Decorate a present [72]
Use smaller ornaments as pretty add-ons for gift wrap. Evergreen sprays and faux berries are a special touch.
Pine cones on top [75]
A wide burlap ribbon, pine cones and tinsel add both natural touches and sparkle to this present wrapped in kraft paper.
Silver and blue [78]
This color combo lends an elegant touch to any gift. Sprigs of greenery and jingle bells enhace the look.
String and stitches [81]
To create this pretty gift, wrap holiday-theme yarn, string or cording five or six times around your package. Cut or punch out three felt circles to layer on top of the yarn. If you have the time, stitch simple holiday shapes, like stars or trees, on the felt circles before hot-gluing them on.
Jeweled boxes [84]
Vintage jewel-encrusted brooches and belt buckles slipped over ribbons sparkle on these gifts.
Spice stamp gift wrap [87]
Handmade paper purchased at an art store and sheer tulle tied as ribbon give gifts a texture that's hard to resist. Add a personal gift tag and unique spice stamp. To make the stamp, sand one side of a star anise, dip it in glittery ink and press it on the tag.
Sprig of greens [90]
Tuck a greenery twig under a ribbon for a fresh look just before you give a package (or use artificial greens for long-lasting appeal). Wire small ornaments to the sprouts to look like a miniature Christmas tree.
Natural style [93]
Greenery, pinecones and polka-dot ribbon wrap up these gifts with natural style.
Woven ribbons [96]
Use different styles of coordinating ribbon to create a lovely woven effect. Tape on three vertical ribbons, then weave through two horizontal ribbons and tape on the back. Instead of a tag, use a scrapbook letter to signify the gift recipient's first name.
Wrap with maps [99]
Old or unused maps make creative wrapping paper—especially for a travel-related gift!
More holiday decorating ideas [102]
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Jasper Chandelier
- Overview
With filament bulbs that cast a golden glow and a rasped-iron finish, our chandelier has a dramatic and elegant presence.
- 32" diameter, 38.25" high
- Crafted from iron with a rasped-iron finish.
- The chandelier holds eight tear drop filament bulbs; nine are included.
- UL-listed.
- Hardwire; professional installation recommended.
- Dimensions & Care
- Overall: 32" diameter, 38.25" high
- Frame: 28" diameter, 35.25" high
- Hanging Height: minimum 38.25"; maximum 182.25" (approximately 15')
- Canopy: 5.5" diameter, 1" high
- Rods (8): 0.5" diameter, 13.5" high (all rods must be used)
- Chain: 12' long
- Cord: 13' long
- Bulb (8): 60 watts, type A, tear drop filament bulb (included)
- Spare Bulb (1): 60 watts, type A, tear drop filament bulb (included)
- Weight: 16 pounds
- Wipe clean using a soft, dry cloth.
- Avoid using harsh chemicals and abrasives as they may damage the finish.
- Do not exceed specified wattage.
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