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CORPUS CHRISTI - The Harbor Bridge replacement project on Thursday got a shot in the arm in the form of a commitment from the state to funnel federal funds to the project.
Texas Department of Transportation officials confirmed $291 million has been earmarked in the state's long term plans, more than one-third of the $800 million estimated cost.
The money will be set aside for the project but not available until 2017, when it is projected construction will be under way, transportation department spokeswoman Karen Amacker said Thursday.
State Sen. Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa, D-McAllen, who last year suggested the department commit a half-billion dollars in exchange for a local funding match of $100 million, applauded Thursday's announcement.
He said the $291 million commitment shows the state is following through with the plan, but now is the time for local leaders, who last year expressed concern with raising the $100 million, to step up.
Corpus Christi Mayor Joe Adame said Thursday he was glad to hear the state put action behind their words.
"We just need to come up with the equity," he said.
Adame said all options, including a fee or a bond, may need to be explored to raise $100 million. He said also the Port of Corpus Christi and port industries, who also depend upon the bridge, might be asked to chip in.
Hinojosa said Thursday's announcement underscores the need to continue pushing.
"This is not just a bridge project; it's a job-creation project," he said. "It is a key to continuing the growth of the economy and the creation of jobs for the Port of Corpus Christi and the Coastal Bend area."
The department in 2005 launched plans for a new, higher, saltwater-resistant bridge after a 2003 study showed the existing bridge, completed in 1959 and worn by decades of exposure to coastal weather conditions and increased traffic, needed an overhaul or a replacement.
Also Thursday, transportation commissioners voted to spread around almost $2 billion in funds for projects statewide, including $21.8 million in the Corpus Christi district. The money is coming from bond revenues, committed federal funding and anticipated savings from projects now in the construction phase, according to a commission statement.
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Some arguments for a pvp league system
Hi all,
during the last time pvping lead me to the conviction that only a league system will ensure fun play for pvp in the long run. At least at level 50 the range of pvp efficacy is huge within the gamer community. This due to the huge range of personal pvp skill and equipment. Therefore, most of the pug pvp is very one sided, boring for the winning team and annoying for the losing one.
This bad situation gets even worth because of the leechers which ruining the game for the other people. Yesterday I was teamed up with 3 leechers in a 4 man team in a space arena. With a vote kick system I would have been endangered to get kicked by the leechers
Therefore, let's have a league system for level 50 pvp. We can start with 3 leagues. 3rd league for beginners and people who don't want to play pvp really and just be greedy for the dilithium and fleet marks. 2nd league for casual players which like to play pvp but don?t have the time or ambition to become elite players. 1st league finally for the elite players.
To build up a league system a personal ranking system is necessary. It could look like that:
After each pvp match the rank of the players will be calculated for the whole party, which means for all players from both teams.
Calculation of the rank:
(total number of players)x((personal damage + heals)/(total damage + heals))
In this way very low level players and leechers will have a rank equal or close to 0, dedicated players with a low or average skill will range between 0,1-1 and players skilled above average will receive a rank above 1.
After each match the mean rank from all matches will be calculated for each player.
When queuing for pvp you can only choose the league which matches with your rank. You have to play at least 5 matches in the 3rd league before you can move to the higher league and from 3rd league you cannot directly enter the 1st one. Premade teams can take lower ranked people into higher leagues but not vice versa.
Edit: You will move down to the lower league when your rank drops below average (1).
The dedicated pvp players would get quickly rid of the leechers forever and all players will have more fun because of more balanced games. Even in the 3rd leagues the leechers may start play pvp because nobody else does and may be over the time they will develop some fun by doing that.
The argument against a league system is always that the pvp community is too small for that. However, I would expect a significant increase of people in the pvp queues in this way, because there would be much more fun.
What do you think about that?
"any improvement requires change,
but a change is not necessarily an improvement"
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Bennett wrote that prosecutors' decisions became "whimsical and arbitrary - something akin to the spin of a Wheel of Misfortune" where similar defendants sometimes received enhancements and sometimes did not.
He blasted DOJ's "audacity of hypocrisy" for complaining about judge-created sentencing disparities while ignoring its responsibility for this problem.
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Location: Homestead, Florida
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June 28th.........its load the bike night!!!! YAY!! She is home from the shop, running, and braking, like a champ, Houston we have a go for launch!!!
the stuff to load
empty bike
top case
left and ride side cases
and the strapped on stuff
Angie's best 'please come back to me' look!!!!
Angie had mention about this handkerchief earlier. My dad passed away kinda suddenly in 2005, his passing and some other events that happened that year change my outlook on life and my life forever. By August of 2006 I had moved onto to a total new place and a total new life!! Just after this past Christmas my best friend Jim (CPTNGYM) sent me a package that contain the handkerchief and a note. When my dad passed away we gave Jim a set of almost new Carharts that my dad had stuffed in the closet, in the pocket of the jacket Jim found the handkerchief. He kept it for several years. As I began to plan this trip Jim found the perfect time to give me the handkerchief. He sent it too me with a note saying that I should take it with to Alaska so that a piece of my dad would always be with me and help keep me safe during the journey. I miss my dad alot, he passed away at the young age of 61, I would have talked with him many times about this trip I am sure. Anyways, the cloth will be in the see through forearm pocket of my jacket as a reminder of my dad's presence on this trip, and I will try to get it in pictures when I can!!
Well Angie already hit you guys up with the departure day pics, so I won't rehash that.........on to the ride!!!
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Location: Homestead, Florida
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June 30th
Got rolling at 0502!! right on time. It was still dark, but I missed all the Miami traffic, so it was well worth being up before the crack of dawn.
Sun finally started to peek out..its was warm and muggy already and I knew it would just get worse!!
ah yes.........we have to have the moving self portrait.
Now remember my plan is to haul ass for the first three days to get out of the heat and up into the mountains. The destination for today was Chattanooga, TN, a mere 816 miles from Homestead!!
It was a bit of an overcast morning.........which was fine, less heat as quick!!!
oh and here is my mirror shot also!!!!
The sun finally poked through a little bit and my faithful pal Shadow Rider decided to make an appearance!!
All loaded up and on the road. Doesn't she look pretty all dressed in her Farkles and while carrying such a heavy load!!???
We have seen this boat race a couple of times recently. It is awesome to watch these big boys run on the water!!
Mostly uneventful trip heading up to Chattanooga, although I did get my heart stopper, oh shit, evasive action move scenario out of the way before I got out of Palm Beach County.. This ass wipe in a pick up had a tire go down while he was in the far left lane and hauling ass, remember now the turnpike has a left shoulder!! Well this dude decided to head to the right shoulder, straight across the other two lanes of ass hauling north bound traffic, my and GiSA included. Once again I will say that I love linked, ABS and the fact that my mentor and friend Rick preached to my from the start to practice practice practice panic stops!! It paid off, again, cuz I had to come down off the speed in a hurry to avoid and then a quick lane change to avoid after another car went by........got the heart racing thats for sure!!!
Stopped North Valdosta, GA at the Smokin' Pig BBG!! That was some good eats!!
My pace slowed down as the afternoon drug on.........got damn hot out, temps up from the asphalt and traffic were 101 going around ATL at rush hour!! I am thankful though that I avoided any mishaps and although traffic was slow it stayed moving, made decent time through the area.
Got into Chattanooga close to 7pm. Checked into the hotel real quick and headed up Lookout Mountain
The trolley that runs from Chattanooga to the top.
View of Chattanooga from the top
Dinner was at the Fireside Grill.........good company, good food, and they had some good karaoke going on!! I was in heaven!!
Well thats it for June 30th, 818 miles for the day. Its late now and I have a 0500 wake up here in Ogallala, Nebraska. Tomorrow I slow the pace and enjoy the mountains. Hope to have good internet again and catch up the first, second and third of July!! Looking to get to Lander, WY and stay there tomorrow night. Thinking about camping!!
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FLArider1 looks like you are doing well. Glad to have you stay over for the night and give you the chance to eat at EL RAY"S with your kids and grandchild. Be safe. See you and Miss A in December and I am glad the bandana is bringing you happiness....
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He's having fun, Captain Jim!
Andy - You are right about the quick ride through the Keys and a brief stop in Key West! We had a blast in the short time, inmates, just that we can't take photos of the entire time
Semper Gumby - The signature lines are very short in this forum, and I will do my best to remember to add the Spotwalla link at the end of my posts. Here goes for this one: http://spotwalla.com/tripViewer.php?...14e0bd37e15fe9
Enjoying company of inmates! Over and out.
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Out in the ocean...
...that is the prarie -- very zen. After the sun comes up it feels like its boring a hole through your helmet. Eastern Colorado and Kansas were like that for me when I was there in 2006...a slow rolling ocean with ghost towns like Monument Kansas.
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Just because...
Andy uploaded a ton of photos last night, but they are his...and this is his ride report. I remained in extreme South Miami, Florida...but do have a few photos to share since he texted me them.
This is Andy's tent, in which he stayed in last night in Dubois, Wyoming.
Andy teased me a little last night, saying he was enjoying buffalo sausage. It's been four years since I visited South Africa, and four years of missing the variety of meat enjoyed during that trip. He knows that I love different meats like buffalo, deer, ostrich, etc. We know how difficult meats other than pork, chicken, beef, and fish are to get where we live. Sooo... I drooled when he sent this photo.
SemperGumby, this is the last Spotwalla screen shot received today (it is just past noon when I post this). Andy is enjoying some beautiful landscapes, sure to be shooting hundreds of photos, and loving the roads.
Over and out, inmates!
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Beastly Adventurer
Joined: Dec 2009
Location: Homestead, Florida
Oddometer: 1,390
July 1
Today was pretty much a haul butt to West Lafayette, IN to see my mom and brother. Bright and early start from Chattanooga
and my trusted riding buddy was right there with me!!
My mom had no clue that one of the reasons I wanted to leave a day early was to take a detour to stop by and see her! She was surprised
The other reason I left early was to spend the night in Clinton Illinois to visit my best friend CPTNGYM and mostly to see my kids and granddaughter
Meet daughter Morgan, her husband Brad, their granddaughter number 2 on the way, son Zach and his fiance' and their super precious daughter Miss Khloe!!
Pretty much it for July 1, 616 miles for the day. It was hot as hell riding.......temps at about 100 again on the asphalt!!
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July 2
Now we start really moving to the destination! Prudhoe is coming onto the radar!! Got another early start from Clinton Lake Marina where I spend the night with my best friend Jim and his wife Kathy
Rolling at 6 am
First stop was breakfast with a very dear and close friend.......camera shy Amy, she claims she looked like crap....I am thinking not so much!! Cute as always!!
hottie and the bike pic.......of course I had to slide in the shot too!!
Finally on the road, heading to Nebraska was the goal for today
Central Illinois has built up a bunch of windmill farms.........
of course shadow rider is along for the trip.........dad also!!
Crossing the Mississippi River
found a really good spot for a shot of the bike. The river is up really high. Lots of rain and snow melt are causing issues throughout the area.
river is up just a tad!!
Didn't really take any pictures across Iowa. It was hot, boring and tons of traffic. Nothing that really caught my eye. Remember the first several days of this trip and to get up to the mountains, so quick travel is the goal of the day.
I think it was coming through Omaha, NE that I happened onto a couple, the lady on a 1200 GS and the guy on a GSA. Rode behind them all through Omaha and then some. Got a chance for a photo op, stayed in front and then didn't really see them again.
This flippin windmill farm seemed to go on forever!! They just kept coming and as far off in the distance as you could see!!
It was actually tough to stay focused on getting miles under my belt. There were a ton of cool looking gravel roads and roads that wondered off into the distance that were very inviting. I struggled not to exit and jump on them, but I knew I needed another 800 mile day, so I stayed on track.
I finally decided to stop around 7 pm in Ogallala, NE. Best Western sign said indoor pool, internet, and hot breakfast couple that with a restaurant right next door called the Golden Spur and I was in!! The last about 100 miles I based two dudes, one on a Concourse the other on a 'Wing, they kinda just hung back and let me flush out any trouble!! They had met some guys going to AK also, but thought I was a bit off my rocker to go it alone!!
Jeff and Chris
Dinner from the Golden Spur
795 miles for this day.......getting closer to the real fun!!
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July 3
Rolling at about 7 am this morning. Got to talking with Jeff and Chris.......took some pictures and exchanged contact info. Was a bit chilly taking off this morning. I had to stop not long after leaving to switch to warmer gloves and close up some of the vents on the jacket. Even being cool it was an absolutely beautiful morning! Sun shining and clear skies!!
Shadow rider decided to take the lead this morning.
Finishing the last 130 miles of Nebraska and the landscape was really starting to change. Lots of long rolling hills and a few turns here and there. It was actually a very nice ride.
Racing the train!!!
Finally!! Wyoming!! Close to the mountains now!!!
Climbing higher!!
Not that great of a shot, I thought I had better, but I guess not, anyway, these are the first real mountains that came into view!!
Continued though Cheyenne on I-80 and until the much awaited exit at Laramie!!! I had spied a little side track on the map that takes WY130 out of Laramie and crosses Medicine Bow. It look like a nice ride and it did not disappoint!!
Off in the distance you can see the thin white snow line of the mountains I was headed towards traveling west on Snowy Range Road.
But along the way this really cool hill caught my attention, it looked like a gianormous natural amphitheater, well you know I just had to go do some exploring. I mean really, I hadn't had the fully loaded Big Pig off the blacktop yet, so what better time than now. Turns out the access was into a rather large track of land that was sectioned off to be sold for private house. As you look at these pictures, all this land is for sale for building!!
The amphitheater
Some of the land for sale.......with a view of Laramie Plains Lake, well at least I think that was the name of it!
Horses out grazing........sucks I scared them off
a few other local residents
Now its off to Medicine Bow
Fun ride to the top, this was waiting for me as I round a turn on a little side road.
Still a bunch of snow on the ground as I went up
and yet another photo op............first the bike
and then me!!!
Pics from the top. Very neat observation tower. I did realize that the thin air, full riding gear and stairs are not a great combination. I was a bit winded!
on the way back down now!!
Off the mountain and heading back to I-80. I think its cool when you have such a view of the distance that you can see the shadow the clouds cast on the ground
still riding north on WY130
Back on I-80 to Rawlins, WY.......just took tons of pics long this route. For a main thorough fair it is a fun and scenic route to take. So much to look at, it was tough to focus and tough to not stop every hundred feet to take a picture!! I found myself struggling with that alot, then had to remind myself I needed to be way up the road yet today to make sure I had time for Grand Tetons and Yellowstone National parks the next day.
beautiful skies!!
The pictures simply do not do this valley justice. It was along through here that it really sunk in what I was accomplishing and how the experience will stay with me forever. Its only day 4 of a journey that will only get better, its hard to imagine the number of 'Oh Wow' moments I will experience over the course of this trip!!
It is rather neat how the colors and the landscape change so rapidly.
Couldn't get the wires out of this one, but the layer of purple in the rock makes this well worth the view.
Found the same coloring a little further down the road.
Wind River was flowing very quickly!!
Some show off shots of the bike and me. The backdrop was awesome!! Had to struggle laying on a hillside to get these shots.........I think I found out that I am allergic to Sage, had my eyes burning and watering after a bit.
This one turned out pretty damn awesome if I do say so myself and I do say so!
Made it to the Dubois, WY KOA and set up camp for the night!!
The Wind River was up pretty good here also. My spot was a bit mushy from
when the river got "a little to big for its britches' is what the manager said
Dinner was Buffalo Sausage at the Cowboy Cafe, downtown Dubois!!
539 miles today!!! Tomorrow its Grand Tetons and Yellowstone with the destination being Missoula, MT
Vintage Adventure
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Location: Atlanta GA
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Great pics...
...If you had a bead-head black woolly-bugger you could throw it with your fly rod to try and catch a trout in that high fast moving water, but it would be a tough fish. Either that or double nymph off some florescent strike indicator. You might could hook 'em but I doubt you could land 'em. Last time I was out there I traveled with my 3 piece flyrod and waders on my 1980 BMW R65. Ended up in Wise River Montana for some fishing with this guy Craig Fellin and my parents. Paradise.
You lucky stiff -- nice weather to be on the front range....
Thanks Angie for the pics. Off to work this afternoon...
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Location: Homestead, Florida
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July 4
I can't think of a better way to celebrate the Fourth of July than a long motorcycle ride through a couple of our nations best National Parks!! I took of this morning from Dubois, WY heading for Grand Tetons and Yellowstone National Parks. I was in a bit of a rush as just before down I was awake and saw a couple of flashes of lightning. I really didn't want to break down camp in the rain. I was still was slow moving though, just couldn't seem to find a burst of energy. But the rain held off and I got done and on the road about 7am. Took me about an hour to breakdown and reload, not bad considering all the crap I set up and the mess I made of the gear!!
Heading out in the morning, northbound for some really big mountains. I had anticipated the cold somewhat this morning and had all the vents closed and warmers gloves, but was still a bit chilled!!! It was like 53 degrees, thats like freezing for someone who never really liked the cold and has become very comfortable in the warmth of south FLA!!
The storm that never was....seem to break up and miss me!!
Nice valley view......
But they really don't seem to want any visitors!! make sure you zoom in and read the sign!!!
but with guard cows, I am not so sure how scared people might be!!
Its was a bit chilly and the rain had made it to this area. Gone by the time I got there, but still damp roads.
Just a bunch of mountain shots as I continue north to Grand Tetons.
the big guys coming into view
The Grand Tetons.....I know a panoramic would be cool here, but I just didn't wanna fool with it
Still Moving north
Just a little wet in the lowlands
Woo Hoo!! I get to use my new National Parks Pass!!
Heading into the park now....
Jackson Lake
Spillway for the dam.
Meet Carlos, he and three of his buddies are riding from Mexico to Prudhoe Bay!!! I was actually gonna bypass the left off WY287, but I saw a GSA make the turn up ahead of me so I followed, glad I did because I got the pics of Jackson Lake that I would have missed and I met Carlos. We have the same bike, 2007 GSA, with the gold and silver colors!!! His has seen a few more miles than mine, but I am trying to remedy that!! The website for their trip is www.rodandoporamerica.com, its in spanish, but i hear there is a way through google to open a translated version!!
The twin bikes!! well almost twin
Carlos gave me a sticker they have for their trip.....of course I needed a pic of him after the installation!
We parted ways and I continued back to the north towards Yellowstone.
Transitioned into Yellowstone National Park now, got to use the park pass again. No pic of the sign though because there was a tour bus of teenagers crawling all over the sign
The waters were flowing pretty good....I bet the rafters are chomping at the bit to play in this stuff!!
I decided to climb down for a better view.....it was worth it, although a bit scary!!
Bad was now I had to climb back up......in full riding gear, helmet included and like a dumbass I left the faceshield down. Yes you really do get winded quickly in this altitudes, one would think I remembered that from Medicine Bow, but of course not! Doesn't look like much, but this was a pretty steep climb.
now these are some rapids!!
Lots of flooding, river is way out of its banks. They had a huge snow total this past winter and spring rains. The pass over Medicine Bow was only open a few weeks ago and within the last couple of weeks Beartooth Pass and the Going to the Sun Road were still closed.
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July 4 continued...........
Headed into Grand Village for some lunch. Ate at the Grand Village Restaurant which overlooks the lake. Nice place and very friendly staff
oh and food was good also!
and dessert too!!
This little, haha, guy got separated from the herd which was just down the street. Lots of people were stopping and checking them out. I kept going, I figure that if they are that close to humans and noisy cars, they are a bit too use to humans, I will wait till the northland for shots of real wild animals!!
Kepler Cascades........way cool, I love waterfalls
Finally........waiting at Old Faithful
and waiting...........
still waiting with me and several hundred of my friends.........looks almost like the stands of a NASCAR race with the way the walk circles the geyser!!
Finally!! Some action
Well with that excitement over it was high to time to start making time. I really needed to be in Missoula, MT tonight and it was still a long ways away.......and since I have been bitten by the shutterbug and can't stop flippin' taking pictures I figured I best get rolling instead of walking all around the area. Plus it is the fourth of July and the place is packed!! Being around that many people in riding gear would have not been all that pleasant!!
Back on some open road and making good time..........
Along Lake Hebgen.........this road is a dream come true.....big wide 2 lane twisty mountain road with a 70 mph speed limit.....need I say more? Good thing no LEOs were around!!
I passed through Ennis, MT, which is apparently known for its trout fishing. The town and all the RV parks were packed. On the north end of town there are two subdivisions, guess what they named them.........Troutdale I and Troutdale II......go figure huh!
I have been running SR287, you turn onto MT2 to get back to the interstate. This was another fun and twisty road.
Sometimes you see the strangest things while traveling out in the middle of nowhere. This is a full trestle bridge, minus the road surface, sitting on blocks in this field. It is bridging nothing, makes for an interesting picture though!
Like I said, MT2 was a cool road also, lots of twistys and scenery!
Stop for gas and some relief......interesting sign at the urinal!!
And then there was Shadow Rider helping me close out the day!!!
Made it to Missoula around 7 pm. Checked into the Best Western on the west end of town. The BW I stayed in 2 nights ago had kickass internet and this one claimed to be a conference center also, so I figured they had to have fast internet. I was not let down, I have been able to upload all my pics and update the report!!
Great Fourth of July for me......no fireworks, but with the views I spent the day with, didn't really need them. 429 miles today. That puts me at 3199 since I left on Thursday and 3416 including the round trip to Key West before I headed north.
I finished updating through the 4th. Leaving this morning, July 5th from Missoula and hoping to make Jasper, BC tonight. Its 600 miles, but I got all day to do it!! I plan to update as much as I can, but its anybodies guess as to the connection I can get...........It is time to pack, load up and roll!!!
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One more thing I want to add. I rode WY and MT state route 287 from I-80 t0 I-90. Man was this a good ride. The road is somewhat of a main route, but the traffic is not bad at all, the views are incredible, plenty enough turns to keep your attention, and it runs through Grand Teton and Yellowstone. I highly recommend this road if you travel between the two interstates!!!!
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What's in Store for Your Zodiac Sign?
Maria DeSimone, Tarot.com Astrologer
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December kicks off with a gorgeous New Moon in Sagittarius that fills us with inspiration and optimism. Astrologer Maria DeSimone has key dates and predictions for every zodiac sign in December 2013. Look up your sign now...
December horoscope for Aries (March 12 – April 19)
Thoughts create things, so it's vital that you're clear about what you wish to create. Fortunately, the month will offer a shiny New Moon in Sagittarius, lighting up optimism and inspiration Dec. 2. This will be a dynamic time to launch any endeavor related to internationalism, publishing, broadcasting or long-distance travel. Thinking about going back to school for certification or an advanced degree? Act now.
You may stir up the pot with your mate after Dec. 7, when Mars, your ruling planet, enters the area of your chart that rules partnership. You'll feel this planetary shift palpably. Even more significant is that Mars will spend an unusually long time in this area – seven months! Anticipate a lesson or two about learning how to fight fairly in a business or personal alliance. You'll discover how to achieve the equilibrium you need in relationships, but it won't be without strife. No worries – you'll be up for the task.
Are you feeling less valued by an authority figure? Have your career goals stalled? Venus will turn retrograde in your career sector Dec. 21, and until Jan. 31, you'll have an opportunity to assess whether your professional strategy is sound enough to get you to the next level in your industry.
December horoscope for Taurus (April 20 – May 20)
Taurus, it's time to learn how to get ahead on the job without stepping on your colleagues' toes! From Dec. 7 through late July, you'll have an opportunity to advance at the office. You'll feel the hectic pace pick up when it comes to assignments and deadline-sensitive projects. Fortunately, you'll have the stamina to complete more work in less time without sacrificing quality.
You may run into trouble, however, if you have to participate in a team endeavor that you're not passionate about. You also may struggle with playing by rules that benefit the greater good because you see it as a personal setback – especially around Dec. 25. Don't blow things out of proportion because it may work against you, leaving a stale taste in the mouth of a co-worker who was once your cheerleader.
Complicating matters further, Venus, your ruling planet, will turn retrograde Dec. 21 and will remain so until Jan. 31. You may struggle with feeling less respected, and you might turn toward your more spiritual side to help you work through this. If you're in publishing, advertising or the legal industry – or in any business with international ties – you might experience delays in salary negotiations. Be patient – your time will come.
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December horoscope for Gemini (May 21 – June 20)
Romance is written in the stars this month! On Dec. 2, a promising New Moon will fall in your partnership sector, allowing your relationship potential to blossom. If you're married, this may boost your union. In business, you might nab a lucrative client or make progress with discussions to take on a partner. Look to the days near Dec. 10 to seal the deal.
If you're single, there's no shortage of opportunity for love... and lust! On Dec. 7, Mars will enter the part of your chart that rules true love and life's pleasures. It'll remain there for quite a stretch – until late July! Count on a delicious romantic and sexual encounter during this time. One caveat: Be careful not to give into a one-night stand with a pal around Dec. 25. That would be a disaster.
A Full Moon in your sign Dec. 17 will have your emotions out in the open for all to see, so if you're not prepared to reveal what's in your heart of hearts, lay low.
A thorough review of your investment portfolio, taxes or a joint financial venture will be called for after Dec. 21, when money planet Venus turns retrograde in the area of your chart that rules shared income. Avoid new investments until after Jan. 31, 2014, and if your partner suffers a financial blow, do your best to lend support.
December horoscope for Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
Although you may have visions of gathering the family around for blissful holidays, it appears the planets have other ideas.
From the moment Mars enters your home and family sector on Dec. 7, you'll begin to understand why. Mars is the planet that gets things done. Good thing, because this time around you'll need to muster up all the energy you've got. Mars will remain in your domestic 4th House of Roots for a rare seven-month visit, and it's possible that your home life will be anything but peaceful during this time.
If you and your partner have unresolved issues, other people in your clan will feel the vibes. In fact, on Dec. 21, love planet Venus will turn retrograde in your partnership sector; it's time for some "relationship rehab." Until Jan. 31, you and your mate will revisit unresolved areas of trouble and have an opportunity to work things out. This is an ideal time to begin marriage or family counseling. The bigger issue appears to be that you don't feel attractive to or valued by your mate. Something needs to change. A relationship must have mutual appreciation and respect or it's doomed.
Near Dec. 30-31, your frustration may build to the point that you inadvertently take things out on the wrong family member. Instead, why not focus on New Year's resolutions that put you back in the driver's seat of your life? If you don't nurture yourself, Cancer, you'll have nothing left to give to anyone else.
December horoscope for Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22)
Are you single and looking for love? A delightful New Moon on Dec. 2 may be exactly what you need to infuse your life with romance. Mingle and accept all invitations to parties or other events. Your social life will be fulfilling all month because a Full Moon will light up your friendship sector by Dec. 17. You might have an emotional moment with a pal that strengthens your bond.
Your ability to communicate with bravado brings you the most responsiveness in December. After Dec. 7, Mars will be in the area of your chart that rules speaking, thinking and writing. You'll have the courage to speak up even more than usual to defend an idea or to assure your brilliant thoughts are heard. Your capacity to command attention through your words will be incredible – use this strength to your advantage.
There may be trouble at the office after Dec. 21, when Venus turns retrograde in your work sector. Because Venus rules love, your talents, self-worth and money, these areas will be highlighted in your daily routine and with the people who work with you. If you employ others, someone on your staff may go through a stressful personal time until after Jan. 31, leaving you to pick up the pieces. If you're involved in an office romance, there could be trouble in paradise. Be mindful of your words near the end of the month: They'll pack a punch!
December horoscope for Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22)
Anticipate new developments on the home front, thanks to a New Moon on Dec. 2. News from family will be abundant, and you'll likely find yourself busy entertaining extra company. Don't let a confusing moment with your partner on Dec. 6 get in the way of an important domestic decision. Go with your gut.
On Dec. 7, Mars will enter your earned income sector, setting the stage for a seven-month challenge to meet ever-increasing expenses. While you might have a stressful time addressing at least one major outlay, you'll also have plenty of ambition to scour for income opportunities.
A Full Moon on Dec. 17 will put you in the spotlight for a career achievement, and you may receive an honor or award for your hard work.
You won't be able to ignore tension in love. On Dec. 21, Venus will station retrograde, and until Jan. 31, you may need to focus more on what's missing in a romantic relationship. You and your sweetheart may go through a rough patch as you each come to terms with any limitations in your relationship. Whether single or attached, you might reconnect with an ex-lover now. Are you having trouble with one of your children? Handle it with love.
December horoscope for Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22)
This month may have its share of twists and turns. Fortunately, you'll have the strength to handle any curve balls thrown your way. On Dec. 7, Mars will enter your sign for the first time in nearly two years. This is a pivotal event because Mars will endow you with courage, energy and the ability to get projects off the ground. Mars will help you stick to your guns and see anything through, because now your warrior spirit won't let you give up!
This time around, however, Mars will be in Libra for an unusually long time – until July 25! Until March 1, you'll have Mars working for you in strong and direct motion, so get your most vital endeavors launched during this time. After March 1 and until May 20, Mars will turn retrograde, leading to a potentially frustrating time when you'll need to re-evaluate your strategy. For now, however, it's all systems go!
Venus will turn retrograde Dec. 21, and until Jan. 31, you may need to address feeling unappreciated or devalued for everything you do for your clan. During this time, a woman in your family also may go through a challenge. If so, you'll be there to lend support.
If you're involved in a home-decorating project, you might feel frustrated because it's not turning out how you planned. Avoid major purchases and style changes around the house while Venus is retrograde.
December horoscope for Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21)
Gather all of your inner strength, Scorpio. What are you going to do with it? Nothing. That's right, absolutely nothing. In December, you'll learn how to sit tight and allow yourself to experience deep healing and strengthening repair. This process begins in earnest Dec. 7, when Mars, the planet of stamina, goes undercover in the most hidden, private area of your chart. You might feel less capable, but you have a potent cosmic gift you can use to your advantage for the next seven months... if you accept it.
Mars in the secluded 12th House of Privacy allows you to rest and recuperate before you come out blazing to initiate something life-changing in your world. It appears you've got a significant plan formulating, because Mars needs extra time to strategize behind the scenes now. Be patient. It may sound like it's far off, but in late July, you'll be ready for a great reveal.
A gorgeous New Moon on Dec. 2 may usher in a promising financial opportunity. An investment may pay off at the Full Moon on Dec. 17, and you may also receive settlement money, royalties or an inheritance.
Venus turns retrograde Dec. 21, and until Jan. 31, you may experience a setback in your relationship with a sibling. Love each other enough to work through it.
December horoscope for Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21)
Are you ready for a new start? This may have to do with your physical appearance, a project you want to get off the ground or relationship development. Whatever the case, it's full of promise and sparkle, thanks to a brilliant New Moon in your sign Dec. 2. With Mercury joining your sign Dec. 4, you'll easily communicate your agenda to others, and you can be sure you've got their attention.
On Dec. 7, feisty Mars will enter the area of your chart that rules friends and social networks. Expect a long and rigorous focus on this area of your life, because Mars doesn't plan to leave until July 25! During the next several months, you may have more energy to devote to a cause you believe in, and you may spearhead a humanitarian effort. If you quarrel more with friends, it's only because they know exactly how to push your buttons. Don't allow it to unravel you.
On Dec. 17, a Full Moon in your partnership sector will open up doors of enlightenment about a relationship matter – either in business or your personal world. Then, on Dec. 21, Venus will turn retrograde in your earned income sector until Jan. 31. Tighten your belt, and if anyone accuses you of being Scrooge-like with holiday gifts or other indulgences, pay them no mind. "Frugal" will become your middle name.
December horoscope for Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19)
The month may begin on a high note, but you'll need to wrestle with becoming your own worst enemy by the end of the month. Don't worry; the universe is merely providing the tools to help you achieve spectacular soul growth.
On Dec. 7, Mars will enter your career sector – a once-in-two-years event – and stay there for a rare seven months! When Mars is in this part of your chart, you've got a green light to push ahead with new business ventures. Reach for that promotion and initiate the strategy that will help you ditch the corporate world and become your own boss. Whatever your next professional goal, Mars will endow you with enough bravado to get there. A career breakthrough will be inevitable.
The only rub happens to be that from Dec. 21 until Jan. 31, you may second-guess your talents or the ability to monetize them. Venus will be retrograde in your sign, and aside from grappling with feeling "unbeautiful" now, you may worry that you don't have what it takes to achieve your goals or to attract the kind of love you yearn for. Nonsense! Use this Venus Retrograde phase for what it's meant for: An opportunity to rewrite any script that makes you feel unworthy. You can have it all, and guess what: You deserve it.
December horoscope for Aquarius (Jan 20 – Feb 18)
Are you looking to expand your social circle? A New Moon in your friendship sector on Dec. 2 may be just the remedy. Expect to make a new acquaintance in the first half of the month – someone who'll inspire you to pursue your greatest hopes and dreams. You'll feel exceptionally supported by those with whom you share camaraderie. Mercury entering your friendship sector Dec. 4 will only add to your ability to communicate well with pals.
If you're pulled into a legal or ethical battle this month, rest assured you'll have all the fight necessary to prevail. On Dec. 7, Mars will move into the area of your chart ruling the court systems and ideology, and it will remain here until July. You may have a long, drawn-out situation ahead, but you'll have the courage to stand up for what you believe in.
Matters of the heart will become a focus near the Full Moon on Dec. 17. If you're in love with someone special, romance will be especially fulfilling. Venus will turn retrograde Dec. 21, however, and you might feel a stronger urge to keep your private life out of view until after Jan. 31. If you're in a clandestine relationship, you'll struggle with the situation and may even call it quits. You're worth loving someone who can love you back openly.
December horoscope for Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20)
A significant career opportunity will be within your reach early in the month, thanks to a glorious New Moon on Dec. 2. Use your innovative talents to impress the boss or other VIP – a reward is sure to follow. For best results, however, act after the nebulous square (90 degrees between planets) between Mercury and Neptune on Dec. 6. If you talk yourself up before then, it might appear you're full of hot air. Better to wait until Dec. 10, when Mercury will be at a friendly angle to Uranus, assuring a positive impression.
After Dec. 7, you and your mate may begin to quarrel more than usual about money. There might be a significant credit card bill or other outstanding loan you're struggling to pay down, while your partner may feel he or she can continue to spend freely. Work on a plan of action together to control this situation. With Mars in your 8th House of Joint Resources until July, it'll be clear that if you don't work together, this issue may begin to break down an otherwise solid partnership.
Finally, Venus will turn retrograde in your friendship sector Dec. 21, lasting until Jan. 31. If you're single, be cautious about starting a romantic relationship with a friend or anyone you meet online. All is not as it appears.
Maria DeSimone is a certified astrologer and staff writer for
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Valentines day is coming up right? so make a special card and put a rose in her locker in the morning and when u can give her the card, and try to put a hint thtat u gave her the rose...it worked for me :)
She tried you and decided to pass. Sorry.
If you have found a person that you can be open about yourself with and can have thought provoking conversations with, I would say she is probably a really special person. I think you should definitely try to get closer to her, but try not to be too need-y while doing so. Get closer little by little and when the time is right ask her out. Maybe start by trying to make small talk in the halls or classes that you have together- if you have any. I wish you the best of luck!:)
She's probably not interested or she maybe be nervous to ask you out. dont sweat it to much
Good luck with her
Sounds like she's not interested.
That's what shy ppl do when they like someone. Is she shy?
Oh...that's not good :-/
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Toronto Marlies vs Texas Stars: Game 4, Western Conference Finals
"Attack" and "desperation" were Steve Spott's buzzwords last night, directed toward the Marlie forward group in particular, after the Marlies fell behind in a series for the first time in these playoffs following a 3-2 defeat to Texas in Game 3.
"Our 12 forwards have not found the level of desperation their 12 forwards have."
"We don't have enough forwards onboard right now getting the job done with puck possession and offensive zone time. We need more offensive zone time from our forwards."
"We cannot turn over pucks in the neutral zone. We have to get pucks deep and hunt people down and we just haven't done that enough this series."
The Marlies continue to go out to early leads – ten consecutive after last night's TJ Brennan goal in the first period – but have not been able to dictate the pace of games in this series, something that will need to change in a crucial Game 4 matchup tonight.
The one line Spott seemed pleased with after the game was the Biggs, Ross and Ryan unit, which he felt showed the desperation and physicality down low he is looking for from his forward group. Some crashing and banging in the corner by Ross and Biggs led to a point blank chance for Kenny Ryan (who was shifted to center) that was somehow turned away by Nilstorp early in the second period with the game tied at 1s.
Spott also blended together a Kid Line of Leivo, Carrick and McKegg seeking a spark up front.
The Marlies have to find their game fast here. A 3-1 hole, obviously, means Texas has three chances to close the series out, and with the AHL playoff format both Games 6 and 7 would be in their home barn.
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Glad to see the scabs lost ... finally, overachieving whiners!!! I think the lot of them went to diving academy in stead of skating academy ...
I just want to make a "contrary" comment on all the Randy bashing. First I don't necessarily agree with all of his and the coaching staffs choices , but isn't it possible that RC didn't play the kids, Ashton, D'amigo, etc because they weren't ready? I know most of us believe that those kids were better than Orr and Mclaren, but what if the coaching staff still didn't think they were good enough yet and decided to shelter them and let them develop further in the A? It's not like he doesn't play the young guys, witness Gardiner, Rielly even Kadri ... RC is not the first coach to limit Kadri's ice time RW did it, Tippet did it at the worlds too. Ashton had a lot of time with the club this year and maybe just maybe what we don't see, the practices etc, didn't fill the staff up with confidence and instead of letting then get clobbered the staff reduced their minutes allowed to the bare minimum. Letting Orr and Maclaren get clobbered wouldn't stunt their development.
Maybe the staff wanted to let the kids develop more so when they play for the leafs they actually can contribute. The NHL is not really the place to develop players .... just a thought
Will the Kings buyout Mike Richards? He's playing 4th line for them this playoff -.-
boy do i ever feel relieved, Bring on the draft!!
So, Nonis was said to be one of the GMs trying to trade for Vanek at the deadline. Does this mean we might sign him? He's friggin sick against the Bruins. I'd love him for that reason alone. Would be nice to stick it to the Habs and Buffalo at the same time as well =D.
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Trade Phaneuf, Kessel and Lupul. Hire Torts. Spott coaches the Marlies to back to back Calder Cups. Then promoted to Leafs HC job and we build around Rielly, Bernier, McDavid, Kadri, Ekblad and Granberg.
Boom, it's so easy!
Wow, that missing plane is turning out to be quite the clusterfuck.
@reenergized I am hoping that while McLaren is with the Marlies, he will teach Ashton how to fight. And keep him from trying to break other players fists with his nose. That would be good improvement for Ashton.
@Savo43 And who cares if they do? You want a has been expensive 4th liner on our team and perhaps call him our 1C? No thank you.
@ShiftyD weird. Seemed like he knew what he was doing.
@Loric76 Tomorrow's front page headlines at Sportsnet:
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Later in the day:
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@Loric76 They just won our division and got to the conference finals in the last 2 years. I think they'll be fine with their 27th pick.
Leafs should hire and then quickly fire him.
@loomx I hate Torts as a coach but I will say one thing........... There is a lot of what he preached in the Rangers game now.... that helped them get this far in the playoffs.
He's making pizza's and Ponzerratas now!
@lukethenuke @Savo43 Yes he will
@Tim Horton @ShiftyD The whole thing is bizarre
@Loric76 I would sneeze.
@Ricky_Vaives_slapshot @loomx A guy who's stuck in the past and doesn't use 4 lines. hmm
@Savo43 @lukethenuke give me one reason?
@lukethenuke @Savo43 to stay here?
@LeafsForLife @Savo43 @loomx Not today!!
@Ricky_Vaives_slapshot @loomx Torts had the same pieces as AV and the latter rolled four lines.
Carlyle had the pieces to fill out 4 lines, just didn't want to play them. In fact, Torts is better at rolling 4 lines than Carlyle.
@Savo43 @lukethenuke that he would CHOOSE the LEAFS
@Savo43 @LeafsForLife @loomx we change our minds almost more than i change my underwear.
Nvm, its far more often than that.
@lukethenuke @Savo43 lolol i was quoting a tracy chapman song. Why not though? Cap is going up, we got a young and talented team, with the best fan base in the world. Sounds like good reasons to me.
@LeafsForLife @Savo43 @loomx PS: hahaha
@LeafsForLife @Savo43 @loomx "We" have a mind? Im pretty sure i have my own. Maybe im weird though.
@Ricky_Vaives_slapshot @loomx Wow. Nice job condemning all young players currently in the conference finals in the AHL. You'd fit right in to the Carlyle clubhouse. Ashton, D'Amigo, Holland, and Smith are all better than Colton Orr and Frazer McLaren. You know, because they actually have hockey skills instead of just boxing skills.
@Ricky_Vaives_slapshot @loomx How about any of the Marlies who are dominating the AHL playoffs?
you think Orr and McLaren were in the top 12 for our organization's best forwards? lol
@Savo43 @lukethenuke fuck, our fans hate more players that they like
@Savo43 @lukethenuke we were bottom 10 and every team says that. and trust me, you go to the ACC you would never think that
@Savo43 @LeafsForLife @loomx wierd for a Leafs fan i think :)
@lukethenuke @Savo43 In all seriousness though we just want our team to win. We weren't really a bottom 10 team, we just had a beautiful attempt at tanking for the last 20 games. We aren't nearly as bad as we finished and you should know that.
@lukethenuke @Savo43 Nah, the real fans aren't in Toronto, they're everywhere else. Like Vancouver! Go LEAFS GO!
@Ricky_Vaives_slapshot @loomx No. But you're defending Carlyle here. D'Amigo, Ashton and Smith were way better than Orr. Certainly better than rolling 11 forwards. Are they good enough to match up against top 4th lines? maybe not. But why not upgrade when you have the pieces to do so?
@Ricky_Vaives_slapshot @loomx I don't mean to be rude, but I find your opinion on our prospects ridiculous and wildly inaccurate.
@Ricky_Vaives_slapshot @Rhaegar_ Where do you think other teams players develop?
@Ricky_Vaives_slapshot @loomx I just listed 3 pieces that were there. You're saying Carlyle purposely played worse players and even no players because the upgrades "aren't good enough"? that's ridiculous. Besides, how do you know they aren't good enough? Did Carlyle ever try to play them on the 4th line regularly with over 5 minutes of ice time? Or is it just because Carlyle sent them down that you know they aren't good enough?
Because we all know that Carlyle is the absolute best at evaluating players and putting them in a position to succeed......just ask Lupul in Anaheim or Phaneuf on the left side or Jay McClement playing ridiculous minutes or....
@Ricky_Vaives_slapshot @Rhaegar_ Yea, but for it to be taken seriously you have to be able to justify it. Saying things like "they aren't good enough" apparently just because you say so, is weak. Even more so when you then contradict yourself by admitting you don't think McLaren and Orr were better options.
@Ricky_Vaives_slapshot @Rhaegar_ What career minor leaguers are you talking about? We have only one of those making any impact on the Marlies.
@loomx @Ricky_Vaives_slapshot Apparently the fact that he says so is all the reason we need.
@Ricky_Vaives_slapshot @Rhaegar_ Yes, but you also said that you didn't think Orr and McLaren were better options - which is the same as admitting that we had better options. Unless you're going to try and seriously argue that Holland, Ashton, D'Amigo and Leivo (among others) aren't all better than McLaren and Orr.
Regardless, the point is - again - that an opinion like that doesn't hold much weight when you can't back it up in any meaningful way. The league is littered with examples of players like the ones we have making a difference for their team, yet you're suggesting the Leafs avoid all examples of such occurrences, ignore the development of our players in the minors, completely disregard AHL accomplishments, and deem all of the worthless.
@Ricky_Vaives_slapshot @Rhaegar_ @loomx No, I don't care either way, I just think the fact that you can't support your opinion in any meaningful way is funny. It's like me saying "Crosby is crap", but hey it's my opinion so it has to have weight, right? Well no, because that opinion is laughable and can't be supported in any way whatsoever.
@Ricky_Vaives_slapshot @Rhaegar_ Oh no, I understand, I'm just informing you of why your opinion is utter nonsense with no reason for anyone to pay it any credence. Again, support your opinion with something - ANYTHING - and then we can talk about defending Carlyle's roster decisions. Until then....
@Ricky_Vaives_slapshot @Rhaegar_ @loomx Leafs need to worry about what your run at the mill playoff team is doing right. You suggest that it's better to not maximize the talent on the team in the meantime and instead play Colton Orr and nobody on the wings?
@Ricky_Vaives_slapshot @Rhaegar_ Until then your idea that we had no better options is laughable.
@Ricky_Vaives_slapshot @loomx Then what are you saying? You keep saying that the pieces aren't there but also say that having Orr and no 12th forward is not better than Smith, D'Amigo, Ashton?
@loomx @Ricky_Vaives_slapshot He's saying that even if those kids replaced Orr and McLaren, we still wouldn't have matched up against the best teams.
@vinoa @loomx @Ricky_Vaives_slapshot That's not the goal though. The goal is to ice the best team possible, and Carlyle did not do that.
@loomx @vinoa @Ricky_Vaives_slapshot I agree with that. Carlyle has a track record for this sort of thing. I have to hope that he takes a different approach next season.