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If you've ever stopped by the farm, you've likely seen our free range critters. The turkeys, ducks and chickens frequent the front yard (and occasionally, much to my irritation, my front porch). You'll often see a cat or two (or four!) as well. But lately, there have been a few other critters on the loose.
A few weeks ago, Dan and I decided to trim down the amount of livestock on the farm. We sold off anything that we felt we weren't going to benefit from by feeding over the winter, so we found new homes for some roosters, small turkeys, peachicks (baby peacocks) and rabbits. The rabbits are under my total control- they started out as pets in my home before I met Dan, so he lets me use my own judgment on who to keep, who to sell, when to breed them, etc. I have a few does that are big pets and I won't consider selling, but I've also bought and/or bred others that I keep depending on personality and mothering instinct. So after rounding up the ones I was willing to part with, I also moved the remaining rabbits around to minimize the number of pens that need to be used. Even one less pen seems to make daily chores go faster! A day or two later, I took some laundry outside and was shocked to see a big, brown, cottontail-like rabbit right next to the house. It didn't startle when I stepped into the back yard, at least not any more than I did! I have never seen a wild rabbit in the yard, or really that many on any part of the farm, so this was strange. Then I realized it was one of my does, the one I call Hunny Bunny. I tried to pick her up, as she's really quite tame, but of course she hopped away and hid in the woodshed. Then I looked around and saw a gray rabbit. And a black one. This would be all the rabbits that were in one of the pens, so I checked it and found that there was a hole where two sections of wire had been fastened together. We must not have refastened it securely enough when we removed some of the others that were in that pen. I though about securing it, but then decided to make it even larger, thinking perhaps I'd catch one of the escapees if they went back in after food.
I worried when the rabbits disappeared over the weekend. I saw no gobs of fur or any other sign they had met with a bad end, they were just gone. Dan and I though it very strange, as there was lots of grass to eat, and we've had a loose rabbit before that stayed for months around the yard. (He lost his free-bunny privileges one day after eating the better part of a row of broccoli.) The next day, Dan went to the barn to move hay around in preparation to put in our second cutting. When he came back to the house, he said that all three had been spotted in the haymow! He also though Hunny was craving salt, as she hopped over to Dixie (one of the workhorses) and began licking the sweat off of her leg. I was sorry to have missed seeing that, it will probably never happen again.
Over the next few days, I would see the three of them, sometimes in the back yard, other times in the barnyard or near the poultry. I eventually caught the gray one, as she really did hop back into her pen for something to eat one day. I walked over, shut the wire, and that was done. Dan and I worked together with a big net and caught Hunny. That left only the little black buck, whom I had kept partly to try and provide some company for my other buck, Leo, over the months where I didn't want a female in his pen. I hate to see anything forced to be alone all the time. One windy afternoon, I saw both bucks...in the yard! The black one was not being kind, he was actually biting and chasing Leo. I ran out, just as it started to pour, and saw the wind had blown open Leo's pen door, but that he had run back to the safety of his home. I quickly got the door shut, but at this point I was unsure about what to do with the small black one, as he obviously wasn't going to make a nice penmate. So Dan and I have been kind of enjoying having a yard bunny, it's entertaining to see him hop about. I find it interesting that the poultry and cats pay him no mind. He's nearly full grown, so the cats don't see him as a snack, which is nice.
What is not nice was that two days later, Leo found a weak spot in the wire and busted out again! I've seen the two boys happily eating near each other at times, and separate at others, but no fighting. Leo often grazes just on the other side of the wire from the girls, but both boys are getting pretty smart. If I'm going out to the garden or doing chores, I can walk feet from the rabbits without making them nervous. The second I pick up a net to try and catch them, they know. And take off for the nearest hiding place. My little renegade rabbits. Perhaps they will wander back into the pen when they get hungry. Perhaps you'll see them hopping about the next time you visit!
I'm open to suggestions for naming my all-black mischief maker. (Houdini is out, as another rabbit is already called that.) If I get a good one, I'll reward you with something tasty from the farm stand!

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Rated 4 out of 5 by 456 reviewers.
Rated 5 out of 5 by picklesowner Great Stay This is a great stay, location is good with easy access to the enitre city via the subway. The staff is excellent in helping with all your needs from deli advice, to trains, to must see activities. The staff went out of their way to make my daughter feel special. June 19, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by GaryG Top Notch This property is "Top Notch" 5 stars without the 5 star price! The staff is great and the location was excellent, just where we wanted to be. I'll definately stay here again. June 18, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by GaryG Great Team! No matter the need or questions the staff always came through big! Combined with great rooms and great views this was the perfect choice. June 18, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5 by RobNYC Great hotel in great location This Sheraton exceeded my expectations by providing a warm and welcoming experience with full recognition of my SPG status. The staff goes above and beyond and the roof deck offers one of the more beautiful views of the city and empire state building you'll find in NYC. I'd recommend it to anyone. June 12, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5 by galdang Great housekeeping, so-so front desk I've stayed here before, so figured I knew what to expect. Housekeeping was mostly on top of it all (just missed the complimentary bottled water on day 2 of 3). Front desk was peculiarly uninterested in me as a customer, and made sure to avoid eye contact at all hours. Strange - this didn't happen on the previous visit. Still, a good property with a great location. June 11, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by LoneStar Feels like home I love the intimacy of the hotel as opposed to the 'conference-type' behemoths. The staff is always gracious and accommodating. It's easily accessible to anything in Manhattan & walking distance to the Brooklyn Bridge. Preferable to the madness of Times Square. June 3, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5 by Dudley Convenient Location Next door to Tribeca, SoHo and Chinatown; a convenient subway ride to Midtown. Staff friendly and helpful. Hotel was full, but staff worked hard to check us in as quickly as possible. Room was smaller than expected, not as accomodating as previous stays. No mention of Club level, even though we are Starwood Gold Elite and made reservations four months prior to arrival. Carpet in 12th floor hallway stained and in neeed of attention. June 3, 2012
Rated 3 out of 5 by Rajit Not what I've come to expect from a Starwood Hotel The room was a little cramped and if you're expecting to be able to sit at the desk and get any work done then its going to be tough. There is lack of a minibar or any amenities besides one cup of coffee/tea in the room. On check-in I had to stand around 15 minutes at the SPG Gold/Platinum counter to get the front desk staff to serve me. On departing I asked the front desk staff to arrange a taxi to the airport. Several black cars are always parked outside the hotel. She booked a car for me and on my asking told me the total charges of $85 need to be paid to the driver. I had already mentioned that I intend to pay by credit card. When I reach the airport the driver asks for $98. I was in a hurry and didn't want to argue so I paid and left but I would advise fellow travelers to have the conversation of these charges with the driver before heading out. May 28, 2012
Rated 1 out of 5 by PlatinumBlonde Very Disappointing!!! I am a loyal SPG Platinum and I never chose to write negative reviews, however I feel it necessary to write this review as a forwarning to others looking to stay here. I had a scheduled trip into the city and due to a family emergency could not make the trip. Rather than being understanding, the hotel instead chose to charge me for the room - their excuse was that they could not sell the room - however one of the front desk people confimed that they were sold out. So like a previous reviewer - I was dinged for a room I did not take and they received double compensation for the room This is a terrible way to treat Platinums. I am personally very dissappointed in this customer service and DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS HOTEL May 24, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by KV12 This hotel had everything I needed, and then some! I went to NY to meet my son and help him find an apartment. He wanted to live in Chinatown so I booked the Sheraton Tribeca, thinking we would be close to his search area. The hotel is new, it's compact but makes excellent use of space, and has everything one could possibly need beginning with the Starbucks kiosk in the lobby to the Business Center, another restaurant and a knowledgeable and friendly front desk and concierge staff. I made use of the Fitness Center which offers a good choice of equipment and we were upgraded to the Lounge level where I enjoyed the rooftop garden and the amenities of the Lounge on a daily basis. The room was well appointed with a flat screen tv, comfy chair, a desk and chair and an armoire with a safe. The bathroom was pristine with a contemporary flair. The location was not ideal for theatre, museums or Central Park, but I had such a great experience that I would probably stay here again and make the commute! May 24, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by theark Great hotel Staff is exellant, hotel is clean and area is spectacular May 21, 2012
Rated 2 out of 5 by Unhappybusinesstravel Poor SPG Recognition I have stayed at the Sheraton Tribeca six (6) times since August, 2011. I am a SPG Platinum Guest. My most recent stay involved an inadvertent duplicate reservation made through SPG.com for one evening. My check-in time was at approximately 6:30pm, close to the evening cut-off. The front-desk clerk, the manager on duty and subsequently the hotel general manager insisted that since I had two reservations, I must pay for both rooms regardless of the innocent mistake. The general manager subsequently told me by email the hotel was filled to near capacity, so I am sure the hotel could have easily accepted a reservation or walk-in after 6:30pm, or, I suspect, I was charged for the second room, and then the hotel likely rented the same room again earning a double rental on a single room. May 15, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by FitKat Great Staff = Great Visit! It bears repeating. The staff is very helpful and friendly! I had a great visit. and would highly recommend the Sheraton Tribeca. People can make or break your stay somewhere and here they definitely make it! The location is convenient to subway stations, shopping, etc. Overall very good! May 5, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5 by DestinationLounge For work or play this is the stay Staff was great. Room were comfortable, nice bathroom/showere. Hotel lounge and view was a huge plus. Breakfast was good...afternoon nibbles kind be better. May 3, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by EJ60 Great Hotel for Working Needs The staff at the hotel was so accommodating, friendly and fufilling all your needs. The maid tried to keep the room very clean and the linens fresh. I will definitly stay there again and I am in NYC for work all the time. April 30, 2012
Rated 3 out of 5 by ProPhotographer Suite not sweet So, as a platinum member we have 10 upgrades to a suite. I used two of those for this room. 1) tiniest suite ever (of course, it's NYC)! 2) view of elevator shaft on third floor. April 28, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by eliza9675 Great location and helpful staff! The location of this hotel is great! The subway station is directly behind the hotel and the staff gave such great directions regarding the subway that I felt like a pro by the time I left. The concierge was so helpful! I basically ran down a list of everywhere I wanted to go and he mapped it out for me. There was lots of shopping just a block from the hotel as well as some inexpensive pizza/bagel places next door. April 24, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5 by Manju Overall nice hotel This hotel met our expectation the staff was friendly and helpful. The rooms were small but very clean and comfortable. The only difficulty was parking which is to be expected. There was a mix-up with getting our car upon departure (on the staff or parking garage end) instead of 30 minutes it took about 1 1/2. The staff was very nice and helpful and I assume it was the supervisor who told us he would credit the parking charge. The charge was never credited to my account. I called and left a message on the managers voicemail and never got a call back. Again, the hotel was very nice as well as the staff, it those little things that aren't taken care of that make a big difference though. April 15, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5 by NYCNYC Perfect Location Staff was extremely helpful and attentive, room had a great view, and we got a free breakfast when we mentioned that we were celebrating a birthday! March 27, 2012
Rated 1 out of 5 by starwoodgold okay location, poor customer service and bad quality I stayed at that hotel about 3 weeks. First stay was okay, lack of room comfort was offset by pleasant customer service of the front desk supervisor, who checked me in and was very accommodating. First impressions are deceiving: 1. Customer service: Horrible, unless you are talking to the gentlemen, who is I believe front desk supervisor. 2. Room quality - very poor. You hear every noise in the hall, i stayed in corner rooms and still it was very noisy. If you stay below 9-10th floor, good luck falling asleep as it is very loud from constantly busy Canal str. 3. Location – makes you feel like you are in a 3rd world country the moment you get out of the hotel you are faced with fake purse and watch sellers. The nice part of the location is if you work out of financial district, it is close by. 4. Amenities – Restaurant staff is nice and friendly, food is okay. Gym is horrible. It smells very bad with concentrated cleaning supplies. Bottom line, this hotel feels like a cheap hostel, rather than 200-300 / night, even for NYC prices. March 22, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by shiframeir great new hotel, perfect for a Soho/Tribeca visit Really nice new hotel with reasonable pricing and small but functional rooms (about normal for NY). rooms were new and clean, with great hookup center for computer/dvd player into tv and nice work desk and chair. Was kindly recognized as an SPG Goldmember and got upgraded to a nice club room with pretty city view. Club is beautiful here, with great views from the club terrace and nice outdoor couches. Biggest issue was the need to swipe your card in the elevator, which sometimes just couldn't read your card, so i (and several others) were stuck several times waiting to have someone else make a lucky swipe, or swiping repeatedly until it worked, while the elevator went around on its own. Although other reviewers complained of noise from Canal Street, we were on a high floor and never heard any traffic noise. Other than the elevators, the bed was great, room and bathroom was great (with cool new shower), and location was great for a funky chinatown pubcrawl/long walk to to the village. Will come again. March 14, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5 by Adam Nice,Clean Sheraton I initially stayed at this hotel because I received a low rate for a single night stay with my wife. This is a new property. It is on the Tribeca side of the Soho/Tribeca boarder in Manhattan. The rooms are nice and, if you prefer downtown to uptown (as I do), this is a good choice. When you check in, the staff did a good job of recognizing my Starwood status. They upgraded my room and they made some credible restaurant recommendations. The rooms were a good size. The bed was comfortable and we had a great view facing West. March 10, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5 by nwc2013 Glad to see improvements! The first two times I stayed were excellent, the two abominable and unacceptable. I decided to give it one more try. I'm glad I did. This stay was very good, the staff was responsive and my stay was pleasant. The lounge in the lobby is pleasant, but the furniture is stained and worn. It would help their overall appearance, which is otherwise good, to recover or replace it. March 7, 2012
Rated 2 out of 5 by nwc2013 This used to be a great hotel The first two times I stayed here it was great. Although I had to go inside to get someone to take my car, once inside the staff were pleasant efficient. The third time I stayed again I went inside to ask someone to valet the car. After 20 minutes, when no one came out, I called and was told someone would be right out. After the third call, I struggled my numerous bags inside, gave the desk staff my car key. No apology. With both arms full, they asked if I needed helped getting my luggage out of the car. Too little, too late. My room was considerably smaller than the first to times, and the bathroom was not clean. They moved me to another room where two out of three lights were burned out, leaving the room quite dark. The staff was unhelpful and unpleasant. I tried it once more, thinking it might be a fluke. A worse experience. I spoke with the manager, to no avail, she was not in the least helpful. So you're wondering why I'm giving it one more chance this weekend. I have two functions in Tribeca, and both within walking of the hotel. This will be the last try, if they got their act together, I'd love to be a regular. Frankly, I was encouraged by Lowell's responses to several poor reviews. I am hoping that means that someone actually is paying attention and responding to problems. That is, after all, what most people want. I regret having spoken so highly of it to colleagues after my first two experiences here. February 27, 2012
Rated 3 out of 5 by EddieTM Club it next time? Stayed here for one night. Have stayed at other NYC Sheratons and have had similar experiences. Small lobby area, lots of traffic, no quiet place to be. Lights too bright, even in the evening. Room was fine, good size for NYC. Bathroom exhaust fan REALLY loud and because it's connected to the lighting, you had to have it on when you were in there. Fitness room is adequate but on the small side. I realize with NYC hotels that space is at a premium but I wish the Sheraton brand went a bit further to figure out the public vs private spaces. The rate was right, though, so I really can't complain. February 16, 2012
Rated 3 out of 5 by BmanMTL Going downhill? We stayed at the Tribecca Sheraton about 8 months ago and loved it. This time it was just so-so. I am surprised at the positive reviews of the staff - we had quite a different experience. The lounge staff were constantly texting on their cell phones, and esepcially in the evening absent for long stretches (over an hour on the Saturday night) The gym is in desperate need of a good cleaning - the wipes to clean equipment were out for the last two days of my stay! And we had numerous issues, including our room being missed for cleaning one day (even after we called to remind them!) and our room key stopping at the regular time, despite having a late checkout. And when we went to get the key issue resolved, it was a ten minute wait because only one staff member was on. The room was still great and clean, but compared to a year ago, a much worse overall experience. We're looking at other options for our next trip to NYC, January 26, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by yofarbs Friendly, Helpful Staff I had a great stay at the Sheraton Tribeca. The room was wonderful (the Platinum upgrade was particularly nice), but I the staff was outstanding: always pleasant, always helpful. January 23, 2012
Rated 3 out of 5 by Odyssey Decent for basics The hotel rooms were a bit small but all the basics were covered and the lounge is spacious with a decent selection for breakfast (strangely, no oatmeal though). Staff is responsive to needs and the green promo option is excellent for extra points on the side. My only stipulation is the gym. If you are one to workout on a regular basis, the gym here is not a good choice. The space is very tight, there is a very limited number of machines (e.g. 4 treadmills, 2-3 ellipticals, and 1 bike machine). Note that the bike machine is a forward seated bike machine as opposed to an upright seated bike. If you workout in the evening or early mornings, you have a bit of a crowd to beat. January 23, 2012
Rated 2 out of 5 by ddiva Just O.K.-Disappointed I stayed here with my child the week in between Christmas and New Year.It is very dark if you do not have the blinds open.The closet is so dark you cannot see to get dressed.They open from the opposite side of room .Terrible design because if you open the blinds and you are on the canal st. side people in the buildings can see right in.You have to turn on the light to see in the bathroom the noisy fan goes on too.The rooms are teeny.I asked for a luggage rack three times and no one ever responded back to me.So i took a piece of furniture out from under the desk and put my luggage on top of that.I am an spg member and and stayed on many points.I was surprised at how average the service was.The girl who checked me in was very nice and so were others that worked in the club lounge and front desk.This seems to be the bright spot of our stay.The elevator key thing is maddening.Once my teen forgot her key and then had to go to the lobby and get another one so my teen could go back to the room to get the key and was grilled by the front desk person.This key to go up and down is a testament at how bad the area is.The club lounge is nice but you have to pay extra.There is a great view from there of the empire state bldg.However the outside deck needs some flowers or lighting to make it comfortable to take in the view.The house cleaning person left me a nice note and I was going to leave her a tip.When I went to check out however,she said I drank two of the five dollar water!Which I did not and so check your bill.Then I had to spend time waiting to ask them to remove the charge.The walls are also paper thin.I was laughing at watching Jimmy Fallon on a friday night at around 1 a.m.(I was on a different time zone) and the person next to me hammered on the wall.The same respect was apparently lost on him when he loudly spoke on the phone at 6:30 a.m.and made his child cry.The beds are comfortable I will say that. January 19, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5 by Sand Great Location the staff was wonderful and the hotel is in an excellent location. David & Mike D were very attentative and helpful. January 18, 2012


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Commissioning of the new international terminal at the Chennai airport will be delayed by at least another three months, according to airport sources.
Airport sources said the new terminal has problems relating to the ramps and non-completion of some of the works. Added to this, the shortage of manpower experienced by Customs authorities, would further confound the issue, they said.
A senior Airports Authority of India (AAI) official said the new international terminal is not a stand-alone terminal, unlike the new domestic one. The AAI had integrated both the existing and new international terminal buildings to cope with the increasing passenger movement. The buildings have to be operated simultaneously. However, Customs authorities have expressed difficulty in functioning from both the new and the old international terminal buildings due to inadequate staff strength.
A senior Customs official at the airport said in the case of Customs, restrictions were already there in appointing new persons, and the government was very restrictive in sanctioning new posts.
Another Customs officer said, under the existing system, the Customs officials were operating in two shifts and a minimum of 17 persons were required per shift.
The Customs authorities work in four batches, with their functions spread over international arrival, departure and baggage scanning at both arrival and departure areas. The existing staff members functioning at different places — in both the new and the existing terminal buildings — would not be desirable, he said.
Nearly a year ago, Customs authorities had sent a proposal to the finance ministry for recruiting new personnel to man the integrated terminals. The recruitment has to be cleared by both union finance and personnel ministries. Already, restructuring of the Customs department is in the pipeline, so new recruitments would soon take place, the officer said.
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RASHMI U ROCKS... I only watch UTTRAN for UUU ALL TIME
Sweet Rashmi... love.Tappu... waiting for tonight epi...
Hi.. Rashmi... waiting for today... so bold tappu.
Excitd fr ITA..its alwys treat wtchng u perfmng...i knw u gonna brn dnce floor..keep rockng nd entrtng ur fans..
uttran ppl r scared of giving equal screen space to u dear...we all know why...but worry god is there...let them dig holes fr u...im sure they will fall there..themselves..aapko .promotion ki zaroorat nahi...
Love u rashami desai sandhu..u r d mst gorgeous actres evr..love u loads..
Love u rashami desai sandhu...we love u nd wanna c u in new shw..
ur the sweetest n the best actress of uttaran.n colors..we all know...we love u a lot..but dear uttran ppl r not treating u as a lead...plz come in a new show in a younger role
Love u Rashami sandhu..wnt to c u in new shw asap...
Sweet Rashmi...love u baby.plz come any new show...love...
Hi... Rashmi... so lovely...plz come any new show.
Love u Rashami desai sandhu..plz quit uttaran..wanna c u in new shw wid nandish..
Love U rashami.. We want nandami in new show
Love u rashami desai sandhu... Plz quit ut... We wnt u in a new shw...
i want a major role fr you in uttaran if at all its not ending...something like tulsi virani...solving all problems..plz come in comedy circus..
Love u Rashami desai sandhu we wnt u to quit ut nd cme in sme sensible shw..love u
rashami dear plz quit uttran asap...they dont deserve u...wasting your talent...these ppl r taking undue advantage of ur emotional attachment with the show...
Rashami desai sandhu u r d nly reasn we wtch uttaran...u r alwys gr8 nd wndrful in evry aspct whthr drama,comedy,emotional,dance...we love u lot...
love u dear...plz leave uttran then we wont have to watch it...we switch on uttran to see u but see something else...we r not interested in the story..its boring...we watch it only to see you
luv u rashami...u r d nly reasn we wtch ut...
we love you rashami...coz ur the heart n soul of uttran...the awards prove that...n we know coz of insecurity they r not giving u much scenes... u get more awards n more shows..more performances...n that proves everything
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Thanx to DT for deletng dat filthy comnt frm rash's article...yeah disha rash reads our comnt scrol dwn comnts rash's ofcl managr has postd a cmnt...luv u rashami desai sandhu eagrly waitng fr ur surprise...u rockkz
if rashmi is reading this post of mine then she should quit this show immediately. then i can fully stop coming on ut forum. tappu sometimes attracts me there. common u dont need to play mother's role OK? u can get better and nicer lead roles. u r extremely famous n talented. is role ko chod do. 1 1-1.5 months in hospital. now next 1-1.5 months crying for iccha. now im happy that taps will miss iccha n love their bond but as an actor its not such an awesome thing to do. rather try to get some challenging role. i must say +ve taps has lost her charm. u were n will remain the BEST when u had grey shades.
plz quit n come in a new show.
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" I bought these on a whim, due to a deal too good to pass up, and with the interest to hear something with more bass presence. (Edit: I purchased these a second time from atrio.me and received them in Jan 2012) Here is my review. Fit and Isolation: The Atrios are pretty light weight and when properly seated do not touch the ear. They are very comfortable..." --shotgunshane
Future Sonics Ear Monitors with 13mm MG6pro Dynamic Drivers
" Hi everyone, here's my first (brief) review of the MG6 Pro In-ears by Future Sonics.. First, i'd like to note that Mr. Marty Garcia (CEO FutureSonics) is a complete gentleman, he took time to answer ALL my questions on phone and emails too! That's rare and heart warming.. - a far cry from Sensaphonics where i encountered a completely rude rep, and Ultimate ears that won't answer or..." --SammyDplus
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Future Sonics mg5pro 10mm Ear Monitors
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Hamilton Electronics HA-5
The Hamilton HA5 Headphone features two-in-one operation in 1/4 in stereo and 1/4 inch mono modes. Soft leatherette style washable, replaceable ear cushions, easy-to-wear design, swivel ear cups and soft coiled 3 meter long cord (almost 10 feet!) all contribute to longer fatigue-free use. Comes in easy to mark medium gray color. Use in groups with a listening center jackbox. Specifications: ...
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Here's a creative idea to start off your week! It's always fun to find new and exciting ways to display things, right? Traditional methods can become quite boring after awhile, but with a dash of creativity, finding an alternative way to show off your things can transform your space into a visually stimulating and appealing place to hang out.
By creating inspirational focal points in your home, guests will linger, conversation will fill the air, and friends will return home with a new eye for their own space. Most importantly, displaying your favorite things (vs. tucking them into drawers or displaying them somewhat incorrectly) makes you feel happier at home, more stimulated, too. Don't you want your home to sing your song? Your space should tell your story, your home = your life. All of the things you've collected and cherished throughout the years deserve a place, whether grouped together on a shelf or dresser top, displayed on a transparent wall mounted shelf or carefully congregated on the fireplace mantle, all deserve a place to shine and be seen.
If you haven't picked up the September issue of Living Etc (UK) magazine yet, grab it and turn to page 41. There's this great tip called "Off The Peg" which suggests using a clothes line in your kitchen to display your favorite dish towels. That idea didn't interest me much, but the thought of using a retractable clothes line did give me ideas for other spaces in the home – over the bed, over the sofa, down a long narrow hallway… I encourage use of this clothes line technique to any room in your home, going far beyond dish towels, to include posters, photography, fabric, even strips of gorgeous wallpaper. Install a clothes line over your sofa, for instance, and clip on 3 bold prints from the International Poster Gallery in Boston (or online). Viola! Art you can rotate without purchasing poster frames.
Living Etc. suggests using a clothes line with metal wall mounts, which I stand behind as well since the look is more contemporary than rope, wood pins, and eye hooks. I would like to see the clothes line extrended across an entire wall, rotating your favorites as the seasons change. How fun! This clothes line and these funky black birds clothes pins are hip and functional, as well as affordable. Gotta love that!
Have you experimented with this display technique in your own home? Do you like this idea?
(images from living etc, international poster gallery, where did you buy that, and
After reading my post yesterday about wallpaper and the DIY squiggle idea, decor8 reader Christina Sachtleben wrote in to share a photo of her very own DIY wallpaper project – just add paint and a good stencil and viola! fauxpaper, as I call it (see below photo). I think Christina did a great job, and of course, she gave me permission to post her work for all of you to enjoy and to hopefully become inspired by! Maybe there's a space in your home where you can create your own fauxpaper?
Christina is looking to take on another DIY project in her home, so she's wildly combing the web for more stencil resources, this time, plaster stencils. I tried to do some digging for her, and I found the following stencil and/or plaster stencil resources. Some of these places are great, I am really surprised at how easy it is to dress up your walls on a budget. When I think of stencils, visions of apples and chicken borders race through my head. Time to think OUTSIDE of that very small box. Stenciling goes way beyond farmhouse folk art and shaker styles…
Stencil 1 – Sheesh, this place is total coolness. Scroll down the entire page, so many fun designs, I really love the sparrows (see top photo). Deers, skulls, stars, great stencils for gals and guys.
Modello Desgin – Classy place for gorgeous stencils. These people embrace ceilings as being the fifth wall and glam them up to the max. (They even sell kits to create antique mirror effects.)
Stencil Planet – Lots of everything. I really like this idea, only I'd add glass to the top to dress it up a bit more.
Victoria Larsen – Plaster stencils + more!
Stencil Library – Great source for stencils from Japan to Art Deco and Modern Design.
Henry Donovan Motif – UK based, super selection, unique designs. Isn't the water chrysanthemum stencil beautiful?
My Stencils – These folks tend to carry more of the folksy stencils, but the damask stencils they have are gorgeous – so check them out!
Royal Design Studio – Another great site with lots of stencil designs to choose from. I really like the Swedish Florals. After I emailed Christina last night with these resources, she is going with the Swedish Florals as her next DIY project. Hopefully she'll send in some more photos…
If you have a quick design question, need help finding that special something, or if you're looking to share photos from a project you've completed, please send me an email.
(images: Top: Stencil Planet, Stencil 1, and My Stencils. bottom: Christina Sachtleben)
The term "baroque" is from the Portuguese noun barocco meaning imperfect pearl, not round but of unpredictable and elaborate shape, reflecting the style's use of exquisite materials and composition of asymmetrical parts. In informal usage, the word baroque can simply mean that something is "elaborate," with many details, without reference to the Baroque styles of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries.
The latest baroque revival, some call it the 'new' romantic design trend, others refer to it as "baroque 'n roll", is a real treat for the eyes, mixing modern lines with 17th century baroque charm. I'm attracted to modern simplicity anyway, a classy clean sofa (room + board's delancy is nice, especially in dagmar dove) paired with crystal urn lamps, sumptuous textiles (damasks, linens…), an ornate mirror (that was once gilded gold, now is white), and a dressy baroque wallpaper on the walls.
This month, Australian Home Beautiful (August), does a nice job spotlighting this trend with clever examples of how to mix modern pieces with baroque-inspired elements in the most pleasing way. I love how damask softens the lines of modern stark furniture, bringing a bit of personality into the space and uncovering perhaps a little bit of an adventurous streak in the homeowner.
Looking to create the look in your own home? The look works best if you keep in mind how to build it. Here's how:
1. Start with black, grey and white as your foundation colors. You build from there.
2. Incorporate metallics (either silver or gold, not both) and/or mirrored surfaces, crystal, or acrylic. This step must be done tastefully. Be careful not to overdo it.
3. Now, you're ready to add bursts of color. Remember, no more than two colors should be added. Stick to romantic hues. For romance, try lavenders and pinks, or blues. For bold, use red, purple, teal, navy blue… I prefer the softer hues myself, I would opt for a soft blue with pink. You can even keep the look very understated by mixing in various shades of grey, beige, white, bits of black, and a touch of pale blue or a bit of chocolate.
4. Furnishings – invest in pieces that glam up the space. An ornate mirror, headboard, chair. You can find such items in antique stores, auctions, estate sales… Even inexpensive reproductions can be easily found (and won't leave you baroque, errr broke). Paint these statement pieces in high gloss black, or for a softer vibe, white. Upholster soft furnishings with damask, for instance. (If your home is pet-free, opt for sexy blue velvet.)
5. Avoid going over the top, unless you want your home to resemble Windsor Castle. You don't need 5 statement pieces in a single room. Sometimes, just a few pieces that are carefully placed will give the room that "it" factor you seek. Think of a focal point piece, and then, as I like to do, a "surprise" piece. For instance, when you walk into the room, the focal point may be your amazing sofa. However, once the guests are seated on that sofa, you can have a surprise piece that they wouldn't see unless they were seated on that sofa (or standing on that side of the room). It can be a beautiful mirror over a sleek buffet, a wall of wallpaper, a sassy chair, a great lamp, etc.
6. Home Beautiful magazine gave a great tip on how to give the space a contemporary spin: Mix patterned fabric with bold striped wallpaper in similar colors. Vertical stripes are classic but pick up the clean lines of modern furniture, giving the room height and creating a sense of spaciousness.
7. This trend works best if you use small prints, monochromatic ones, on large pieces of furniture (keep the prints in a single shade).
8. Most of all, have fun and invite a friend over with a good eye, someone who may already have this style going on at home and can offer you some great tips. Order thai, uncork the vino, put on some tunes, and decorate!
Did you see Cally's collection of buttons on her blog? You'll just love them. For a quick mini project, I decided to look for glass jars with metal lids. I found some at target in clear glass with metal screw top lids that are absolute perfection. My plan is to display them on the shelf above my desk… Filling them with pretty + colorful things that make me happy.
The first jar will contain buttons. Old, new, all shapes and sizes. The second, vintage spools of thread, you know the kind on the off-white thin spools that you can tell have been used? And the third, maybe used stamps that I've collected from Europe dated between the 30s and the 60s. I've also thought about filling it with torn samples of my favorite wallpaper patterns or little rolls of my favorite fabric samples tied like scrolls with a thin ribbon around each.
What would you fill your jars with?
(image from the super ms. cally)


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KnowledgeBase Marketing Partners With UAA Clearinghouse to Expand Its Address Hygiene Service
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Atlanta Braves at Milwaukee Brewers
The Brewers are 6-18 on the road. The Brewers are 13-9 at home.The Brewers have won six of the last eight when hosting Atlanta.
Milwaukee will try to finish off a three-game sweep of Atlanta on Thursday when the teams square off at Miller Park.
Brewers 5 Atlanta 4
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Oscarxena Sports
San Francisco/Arizona Over 8 1/2 -1.18 (3 Unit Play)
The Giants go for the three game sweep of the NL West leading Diamondbacks tonight and have Barry Zito on the mound going for his second straight win. Zito has been a huge disappointment so far this year as the Giants have went only 1-9 in his 10 starts but he pitched well last game. However Zito on the road this year has a 5.40 ERA and a 1.68 WHIP so he is putting runners on base. The Diamondbacks are answering with Randy Johnson but at home so far this year Johnson has struggled posting a 5.86 ERA and a 1.52 WHIP. The Giants have really been hitting the ball well scoring 44 runs over their past 7 games so I think they should be able to get to Johnson this evening. Arizona's bats have really cooled off but with Zito on the mound they should score some runs this evening. The HP umpire for tonight's game is Mike Winters who on the season is 7-4 to the Over and both pitchers have had four starts with Winters behind the plate with Zito going Over in 3 out of 4 and all 4 of Johnson's starts have went Over the total. It all adds up to a Over play for Oscarxena Sports here tonight.
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San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers
Prediction: Los Angeles Lakers
Current Line: -8 Over/Under: 193.5 Reason: The fans at STAPLES Center will be treated to a playoff game between the San Antonio Spurs and the Los Angeles Lakers when they take their seats on Thursday night. Oddsmakers currently have the Lakers listed as 8-point favorites versus the Spurs, while the game's total is sitting at 193½. Kobe Bryant scored 28 points and grabbed 10 rebounds as the Lakers clipped the Spurs 93-91 to take a 3-1 lead in the Western Conference Finals on Tuesday night. Los Angeles covered as 4.5-point road underdogs as the teams played under the 192-point total listed by sportsbooks. Lamar Odom had 16 points and nine boards for the Lakers, who got 10 points, 10 rebounds, and six assists from Pau Gasol in the win. Tim Duncan went for 29 points and 17 boards for San Antonio, while Tony Parker netted 23 points and dished out nine assists for the Spurs. Team records: San Antonio: 56-26 SU, 38-44 ATS Los Angeles: 57-25 SU, 47-34-1 ATS San Antonio most recently: When playing on Thursday are 5-5 After playing LA Lakers are 6-4 After a loss are 8-2 Los Angeles most recently: When playing on Thursday are 4-6 After playing San Antonio are 5-5 After a win are 8-2 A few trends to consider: The total has gone UNDER in 5 of San Antonio's last 5 games The total has gone UNDER in 6 of San Antonio's last 7 games when playing LA Lakers The total has gone UNDER in 4 of San Antonio's last 5 games on the road The total has gone UNDER in 4 of San Antonio's last 5 games when playing on the road against LA Lakers LA Lakers are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games at home The total has gone UNDER in 6 of the LA Lakers last 7 games when playing San Antonio LA Lakers are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games LA Lakers are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games when playing at home against San Antonio
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Mr East
Chicago White Sox @ Tampa Bay Rays
Pick: Tampa Bay Rays -128
Anyone disregarding the Rays, has not been paying attention. The Rays are positioned 1st in the AL East, and for good reason. They have been the most dominant team at home as they are now 17-2 in their last 19. This once pitching starved team has outscored the opponents 89-52 in the 19 games, and if you take out a 12 run explosion by Texas, just 40 runs allowed in the other 18 home games. The White Sox are atop the AL central, and John Danks has provided quality innings all season long, but at this stage the Rays, who have now won 6 straight series openers at home, just have everything going right, and we'll back them here
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Mr. A's
Chicago White Sox at Tampa Bay Rays
The Chicago White Sox have won seven of the last eight games versus the Tampa Bay Rays and will send John Danks (3-4, 3.00 ERA) to the hill. The lefthander is 2-0 with a 3.00 ERA in two career starts against the Tampa Bay. The Rays counters with Edwin Jackson (3-3, 3.47). The right-hander is 0-1 with an 8.71 ERA in two career starts versus the White Sox.
Take the White Sox to continue their success over the Rays. The White Sox have played well away from home, going 7-1 in their last 8 road games and have taken six of last 7 meetings at Tropicana Field, including two of three earlier this season.
Chicago White Sox +115
Los Angeles Lakers - 8
Under - 193½
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Doc's Sports
Pick: Take San Francisco (+1½ RL) -120 over Arizona
The Giants have taken the first two games of this series in impressive blowout fashion and expect them to pound the baseball against Randy Johnson. The Snakes are really struggling swinging the bats and the off speed stuff of Barry Zito should keep them frustrated. We all know that Zito has struggled this season but he did record a victory in his last start and has pitched better since being demoted to the bullpen. Johnson is just a 7-8 lifetime pitcher against the Giants and will give up a couple of long balls on Thursday as this is a high scoring game that will only be decided by one run giving us the victory with whomever comes out on top
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Sports Gambling Hotline
San Antonio at LA Lakers
We are not sure if the Lakers are going to be able to close out the Spurs in this Game Five tonight in the City of Angels, but we feel sure that regardless of the side outcome, the total stands a damn good chance of once againt staying below the posted price!
Thus far, ALL 4 games played in this series have stayed UNDER the posted total, and 8 of the last 10 meetings in this rivalry have also held UNDER the posted price.
The Spurs are on a playoff UNDER run of 8 straight games dating back to Game Three of their series with New Orleans, and if any one of their "Big Three" - Duncan, Parker, or Ginobili - has a bad game, there simply aren't enough points out there for the remainder of the team to put this game in the OVER column.
The totals in this series have all held in the low-190's, and we get the feeling the only reason they have been holding there is because of the Lakers offensive prowess.
We will gladly take advantage of the public's stubborness to come down off this high total, and play another UNDER in Game Five tonight.
Play the LOW!
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1 Unit on Kansas City Royals -110
After dropping the first two games of this series by 1 run at home, I like the Royals to salvage a win in game 3. The Twins are 4-11 in their last 15 during game 3 of a series, 0-6 in their last 6 Thursday games, and just 3-8 in their last 11 games vs. a team with a winning % below .400. The Royals are still 5-2 in their last 7 vs. the American League Central and 15-7 in their last 22 games as a home favorite of -110 to -150. KC is long overdue for a win and I like them to get off their snide at home tonight.
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Los Angeles Dodgers +105
Manager Joe Torre makes his first return to New York since leaving the Yankees when his Los Angeles Dodgers visit the New York Mets tonight.
Now Dodgers starter Bred Penny has not pitched well in his last four starts, and this skid started with his started vs. these Mets in Los Angeles where he was charged with allowing 10 earned runs in 4.2 innings! He subsequently allowed five, five and four earned runs in his next three starts, but Penny is simply not this bad, and he did post three consecutive Quality Starts vs. the Mets prior to that last shellacking. Besides, should Penny struggle again, at least the Dodgers have the second lowest bullpen ERA in the National League at 3.00, making them a Bullpen System play here.
Now Claudio Vargas of the Mets has been the antithesis of Penny, in that he has actually pitched better than he really is in recent starts. Vargas has allowed exactly two runs in each of his two starts since being recalled by the Mets, but we feel a return to reality is in order here, and Vargas did not pitch particularly well in his last three starts vs. the Dodgers, allowing 11 earned runs in 15 innings.
Besides, would you have expected Penny to be a small underdog to Vargas if this game had taken place a month ago?
Pick: Dodgers +105
Minnesota Twins +100
The Minnesota Twins have taken the first two games of this series at rather gift prices considering that the Kansas City Royal have now lost 10 straight games, and we look for the Twins to complete the sweep at another cheap price here.
Minnesota starter Kevin Slowey has yet to allow more than three runs in any of his five starts since being recalled from the minors, and his last outing was his best yet as he tossed six scoreless innings while allowing just four hits vs. the potent Detroit Tigers lineup. He should be tough on a Kansas City lineup that is hitting only .232 during the losing streak and has never faced Slowey before.
Luke Hochevar has had a couple of good starts for the Royals, but he has tailed off recently, recording just one Quality Start in his last four outings. He has a high 1.56 WHIP in his last three appearances, which is bad news vs. a Minnesota lineup that is showing signs of life lately, hit,ing .287 vs. right-handed pitching the last 10 games.
Look for Minnesota to score enough run here to extend the Kansas City losing streak.
Pick: Twins +100
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Ben Burns
Minnesota Twins @ Kansas City Royals
PICK: Kansas City Royals
Reason: After an extremely painful loss which saw them blow an 8-3 ninth inning lead the Royals have lost now lost 10 straight. I had the Royals in that game - needless to say, I wasn't too pleased! All the same, every game needs to be analyzed individually and I always make sure not to let any 'personal feelings' affect my handicapping process.
While it's hard to find a "silver lining" within a 10-game losing streak, it's worth noting that the first eight losses came on the road. At home, heading into this series with Minnesota, the Royals had actually won four straight games and outscored the opposition 17 to 6. Kansas City is simply much more competitive at home and both losses the last two days have come in extra innings. The Royals have received a healthy dose of good pitching this season and Luke Hochevar has played a role in that. The 24-year old righthander has struggled on the road this season, which isn't uncommon with young pitchers. However, he's also excelled at home. Hochevar has a 2-1 mark at home with a 2.37 ERA. Opposing batters have only managed to hit .211 against him here at Kauffman Stadium.
I expect Hochevar to get the better of Kevin Slowey tonight. The Twins righthander has made only one appearance at Kauffman Stadium in his career and it did NOT go well, as he gave up three earned runs on six hits (including two home runs) in an outing where he only recorded ten outs. Slowey has been weaker on the road (5.14 ERA) in comparison with at home (3.95 ERA) throughout his career. Slowey also has had trouble with giving up the long ball again this season. After yesterday's success against Livan Hernandez, the Royals could again take advantage of a rather mediocre hurler. Despite a solid effort at Detroit last week, Slowey is still 1-4 in five starts, averaging just 5.1 innings per outing.
Note that Kansas City, despite their overall struggles on offense, has a better team batting average (.268) at home than Minnesota (.263) does on the road. It's also worth mentioning that even after yesterday's debacle, the Royals' relief corps still has a respectable 3.82 ERA and 1.259 WHIP here at home. Conversely, the Twins' relievers have a combined 5.78 ERA and 1.647 WHIP on the road. Let's back the Royals to bounce back and avoid the sweep, earning their first win in nearly two weeks.
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Larry Ness
Colorado Rockies @ Chicago Cubs
PICK: Chicago Cubs
REASON FOR PICK: The Cubs have built theri 22-8 home mark mostly bty averaging 6.33 RPG in "teh friendly confines." Hoiwever, in sweeping the Dodgers in a three-game series, the Cubs score a total of just eight runs but the team's pitching staff held the Dodgers to just one run in each game. The Cubs will likely have to score more runs tonight if they want to win because Jason Marquis has won just one of his last six starts and will take a 2-3 mark with a 4.97 ERA into this game. However, he is 2-0 with a 1.98 ERA in his last four starts against Colorado and the Rockies are nowhere near last year's offensive powerhouse. The Rockies led the NL with a 2.80 team BA in '07, avergaing 5.28 RPG. Those numbers a=re down to .255 and 4.15 RPG this year as Brad Hawpe, Matt Holliday, and Troy Tulowitzki remain out of the lineup. The Rockies have lost eight straight on the road and 14 of their last 16 away from Coors Field. They are 8-19 on the road this season, averaing 3.67 RPG. After 'killing' right-handed pitching in 2007 (70-49 while averaging 5.4 RPG), the Rockies are only 15-26 vs righties this year, averaing just 4.2 RPG. Marquis may be shaky but so is the Cplorado lineup he will face. As for Colordao's starter tonight, Jeff Francis is a afr cry from the pitcher he was in 2007. Colorado went 22-12 with Francis on the mound last year, as his plus-$1,095 moneyline mark made him MLB's second-biggest "money-maker." He enters this game 1-5 with a 6.18 ERA, as Colorado is 3-7 (minus-$420) in his 10 starts. It won;t give Francis any confidence tio reminf dhinm that he's made three previous starts in Wrigley Field, posting a Francis hasn't had much luck at Wrigley Field, posting a 9.37 ERA! Tlke the Cubs.
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3* on Chicago Cubs -140
The Chicago Cubs are playing with two very solid systems in their favor tonight. Play Against - Road underdogs with a money line of +125 to +175 (COLORADO) - below average NL hitting team (AVG <=.255) against a team with a good bullpen (ERA <=3.75), with a starting pitcher whose ERA is 5.70 or worse on the season (NL). This is a 43-8 ML System hitting 84.3% since 1997. Jeff Francis has been absolutely terrible with a 1-5 record and a 6.18 ERA on the season for Colorado. Play On - All teams with a money line of -100 to -150 (CHICAGO CUBS) - where team's hitters draw 4 walks or more/game on the season, after allowing 2 runs or less 3 straight games. This is a 66-17 ML System hitting 79% since 1997. The Cubs' pitching has been brilliant so look for Jason Marquis to continue this trend against the struggling Rockies tonight. Bet the Cubs at home.
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Marco D´Angelo
Today's Pick: ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS (-1.5 Runs)
Expect the Diamondbacks to be in an angry mood today as they have dropped the first of this series. The Giants send Barry Zito to the hill today who has been blasted most of the year. Look for an Arizona blow out today. TAKE ARIZONA (-1.5 Runs).
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Today's Pick: MINNESOTA TWINS
Do the Royals really have any business being installed as favorites of any kind these days? With yesterday's Game Two loss to the Twins, that's that makes it TEN games in a row that the hosts have lost going into Thursday night. Team hitting is down to a dismal .232 in their last 10 games.... while starting pitcher ERA is 6.64 in the same time span. The 'no-rest' GRIND is finally getting to the Royals, as tonight's game is their 16th STRAIGHT game with NO rest! They have not had an off-day in over two weeks.
KEVIN SLOWEY is the young stud on the mound for the Twins ans he has not allowed more than 3 earned runs in ANY start so far in the 2008 season. He's also off his SHARPEST start of the season as he threw 6 SHUTOUT innings on the road against powerful Detroit just 6 days ago. With a solid 2-to-1 ratio of K's to BB's in his last three starts, it's "play ON" time for Slowey. His counterpart (Luke Hochevar) has been tagged in his last two starts for an ERA of 6.00. His current form is extremely shaky as he has allowed more WALKS (10) than STRIKEOUTS (8) in those two starts. Take the Twins.
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600* CUBS (LIST Marquis and Francis)
This could be about as ugly as a blowout could be. I would normally be inclined to lay the chalk in this one, but I honestly believe the run line can get us some extra juice on your bookmaker. The Cubs have been terrorizing teams at Wrigley Field with their offense, yet they come into this one after a three-game home sweep in which the pitching staff allowed a mere three runs. Tied with the Braves for the most home wins this season, Chicago is getting it done offensively by bringing 6.3 runs per game. And with Colorado winless in its last eight and 14 of 16 on the road, I don't see how the Cubs don't blow this team out tonight.
Honestly, it looks too good to be true, and though that's never a good thing, in baseball you have to pick your spots, and that's a fact with this clash tonight. Normally the team ace, Jeff Francis is 1-5 with a 6.18 ERA on the season and comes into this one after allowing six runs – five in the first inning – in a 9-2 loss to the Mets. And he hasn't had any luck on the North Side, posting a brutal 9.37 ERA in three starts. Conversely, we're siding with Jason Marquis, who is in a perfect position to make things right for himself. Though he's won just one of his last six starts, he is 2-0 with a 1.98 ERA in his last four starts against Colorado.
I honestly don't believe the Lakers plan on heading back to San Antonio, and likely have their flight plans set for either Motown or Beantown. But I also don't think Los Angeles is going to blow this team out like everyone thinks. I've been saying this the entire postseason – including Game 7 in New Orleans – the Spurs are the defending World Champs, and they're not going to go quiet into that gentle night. The only way San Antonio has a chance is to do everything possible to shut down Kobe Bryant. Problem is, by doing that, you give Pau Gasol or Lamar Odom the chance to have a big game. Good thing is, if the strategy works, you keep it under double digits, and make a surge at the end of the game. I will bank on the latter taking place, and the Spurs covering this one, while bowing out in the end.
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The universal asynchronous receiver-transmitter (UART) is an integrated circuit that contains the software programming control of the PC serial port. The 8250 was the original UART to ship with the IBM personal computer. This UART and the improved 16450 version are limited to one input register that holds only one byte at a time. These UARTs are not usually suitable for modem speeds greater than 9600 bits per second (BPS) because of possible input data overruns that can occur if a character is left in the input register when the next byte is received.
The newer 16550 UART allows reliable data transfer at high speeds with its 16-byte first in, first out (FIFO) input register. The FIFO feature can buffer up to 16 bytes at a time, which improves serial communications by preventing data overruns in applications that are 16550 aware.
This article outlines the use and history of support for the 16550 in Microsoft Windows.
Windows 3.0 and Earlier VersionsWindows 3.0 and earlier versions do not support the FIFO feature of the 16550 UART. Instead, the UART remains in the 8250 UART compatibility mode, allowing one byte to be received at a time. If the incoming character isn't read fast enough by the computer, the byte is lost. Lost or "dropped" characters are likely to occur at speeds faster than 9600 bits per second (BPS).
There are no UART-specific switches in the SYSTEM.INI file with Windows 3.0.
NOTE: Third-party communications drivers (such as Turbocom by Pacific Commware) are available to add support for the 16550 FIFO feature in Windows 3.0.
Windows 3.1, 3.11, and Windows for Workgroups 3.1Windows 3.1 was the first version of Windows to support the FIFO feature of the 16550 UART for Windows-based applications. (MS-DOS-based applications run under Windows 3.1, 3.11, or Windows for Workgroups 3.1 do not support the FIFO feature.) The receive buffer (RX) is set by the serial communications driver (COMM.DRV) to 14 bytes. The transmit buffer (TX) is not enabled.
[386Enh] Section SYSTEM.INI Setting:
Default: Enable the FIFO if detected and the setting is not in the SYSTEM.INI file.
Purpose: Specifies whether the FIFO buffer of a communication (COM) port 16550 UART should be enabled (1) or disabled (0). If a serial port does not have a 16550 UART, this setting is ignored. If you place a numerical value other than "1" or "0" (for example, COMxFIFO=2 ), the setting is ignored, and the FIFO is enabled if detected. Using TRUE, FALSE, or any other non- numerical value sets the switch to "0" and therefore disables the FIFO. Example:
The COMxFIFO= setting is not fully Boolean aware. To properly use these switches, use the following syntax
where <x> is the number of the COM port you want to set.
The SYSINI.WRI file from the Microsoft Windows Resource Kit for version 3.1 incorrectly identifies TRUE and FALSE as functioning with this switch. Page 196 of the Windows Resource Kit manual incorrectly identifies "On" and "Off" as functioning with this switch. Again, using any non-numerical value sets the switch to "0" and therefore disables the FIFO.
These values are used by Windows for both standard and 386 enhanced modes.
NOTE: Third-party communications drivers (such as Turbocom by Pacific Commware and KingComm by OTC Corporation) enable FIFO support for MS-DOS- based applications running under Windows.
Windows for Workgroups 3.11Windows for Workgroups 3.11 is the first version of Windows to enable 16550 FIFO support for MS-DOS-based applications running under Windows. In addition to Windows-based applications, your MS-DOS-based applications can now use FIFO to prevent data overruns without using a third-party communications driver. The Windows for Workgroups communications driver (SERIAL.386) can also use the transmit buffer (TX) of the 16550 UART. Previous versions of the communications driver use the receive buffer (RX) only.
[386Enh] section SYSTEM.INI settings: In addition to the COMxFIFO setting outlined above, Windows for Workgroups 3.11 introduces two new settings, RXTRIGGER and TXFIFO.
RXFIFO Setting:
Default: 8
Purpose: Sets the number of bytes to enable for the receive FIFO buffer (RX) on the 16550 UART.
where <x> is the number of the COM port you want to set.
NOTE: In general, you should not change the RXFIFO value. Increasing the value of RXFIFO to 14 causes fewer interrupts to be generated, but it also decreases the space in the remainder of the buffer to 2 characters. On a busy system, which may have an increase in interrupt latency (the time that it takes for an interrupt to be serviced by the CPU), this may cause characters to overrun the buffer. Likewise, decreasing the value for RXFIFO increases the number of interrupts generated, which could lead to interrupt saturation, negating the usefulness of the FIFO on a multitasking system. TXFIFO Setting:
Default: 0
Purpose: Enables the transmit buffer (TX) on the 16550 UART. If enabled, 16 bytes are sent to the UART with each empty transmit interrupt generated.
where <x> equals the number of the COM port you want to set.
NOTE: Enabling the transmit buffer (TX) may result in better system performance during a high-speed file upload. It does not affect downloads.
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Tenchu: Dark Secret takes place after the events of Tenchu: Birth of the Stealth Assassins (the second game in the series, but the first chronologically). The plot revolves around Princess Shizu, a young woman who is married to a cruel warlord named Lord Hakkaku. After an attempt on her life, she is discovered by Rikimaru and Ayama of the Azuma Shinobi Ryu ninja clan. They vow to protect her from further harm and discover the identity of her mysterious assailant.
Ayame, a young ninja prodigy who excels at stealth attacks. Though calm and collected on the battlefield, she can be a pain off of it. Rikimaru, an experienced ninja and the leader of the Azuma Shinobi Ryu ninja clan. As a perfectionist who has dedicated himself to the art of war, he can hold his own in face-to-face combat. Kagemasa Hakkaku, the evil warlord of Hakkaku. His lust for power makes him feared by all. Princess Shizu, Kagemasa Hakkaku's wife. She holds a mysterious secret that could destroy Ayame and Rikimaru. Akunosuke Murai, the fallen general of Toda who now leads a group of mountain bandits. Kurokaze, a mysterious ninja whose skills are feared throughout the land
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XingWi, on 17 May 2013 - 04:49 AM, said:
The Nakba (disaster/calamity suffered by indigenous non-Jewish Palestinians) that started with the establishment of Israel in 1948, never ended. The forcible displacement of the indigenous Palestinian people from their homes continues till this day.
Here is a fine article on this issue with ample references. Everyone, please take time to read this full article:
The Ongoing Nakba: The continuous forcible displacement of the Palestinian people
Here is another one:
The Nakba is a past and a present, a continuous and developing process of Zionist colonization
Of course,I expect some here to scream, "propaganda...", like they usually do, but the truth is not hard to see for those who are willing to see it.
Fantastic articles, XingWi! Thanks for sharing them.


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laptop makes static pop noise
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Posted July 21, 2012 at 9:45PM
hi why does my laptop make a static pop noise when im on the internet my speakers are on mute but i still hear this noise every now and again could my pc have a fault thanks
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Posted July 22, 2012 at 1:22PM
Does the crackling sound like its an electrical crackling? If so try running without the power cable perhaps?
Perhaps something is stuck in the fan. You can try blowing out the dust with one of those compressed air cans? (carefully)
This is really difficult to answer as it could be anything. My guess is that something is loose and you should check it - OR the hard drive some how is damaged?
You will have to go and have it checked by a technician if you can't do it your self.
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Posted July 22, 2012 at 8:13PM
thanks for reply but this laptop is new only a week old and im wondering if it as a fault as im sure its not normal for it to make the sound which is like a crackling sound
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Posted July 22, 2012 at 11:22PM
Take my advice and return it under Warranty - don't attempt to do anything with it as it is not your problem.
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Posted July 22, 2012 at 11:44PM
i have already returned 1 that made the same noise but i have been told a laptop shudnt make any noise when the speakers are muted i really like the laptop as it has everything i need but i worried that this may get worst or is it normal for some laptops to make these noises
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Posted July 23, 2012 at 8:07AM
With sound "off", you shouldn't get any noise, apart from normal fan sound, so may well be a fault (assuming you don't make a habit of throwing coffee, or something, over laptops).
If you are saying that you have had the SAME problem with a previous laptop, from same source, there may be a "batch issue". I would suggest contacting the manufacturer, with laptop serial number, to ask if they are aware of a problem. They may well be aware of an issue, and have a remedy. I would stress, DO NOT DO anything, yourself. Refer any suggested remedy back to your supplier. It's their responsibility to sort it, not yours. If YOU attempt any "repair", even one suggested, by the manufacturer, you could invalidate warranty.
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Posted July 23, 2012 at 11:28AM
Have you thought about trying another set of speakers. Trying that might resolve the issue, especially as you seem to say that you had a similar problem with another laptop?.
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Posted July 23, 2012 at 11:32AM
Another couple of things to consider.
Are the speakers right next to the laptop, and not a distance away?.
Are the connecting cables or connecting power supply okay?.
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Posted July 23, 2012 at 9:21PM
thanks for replys the speakers are built in the laptop this noise only happens randomly and its just like a pop static noise or a short crackle i return the first 1 as i was told a laptop shudnt make any noise like this i have contacted the manufacturer who say they dont know of any faults but that easy for them to say at the moment im wondering if this laptop could be a return as when i took the laptop out the box the screen was full of finger prints and it also looked like it had been wiped with a damp cloth
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Posted July 23, 2012 at 10:16PM
At the end of the day, you've probably got little choice but to return it to your supplier, again. If it makes the noise, fairly frequently, it shouldn't be a problem for them to check it. Given the history, you may be entitled to a refund, on the basis that you have "lost confidence in the product", but if FE spots this post, he is much more familiar than I with consumer rights legislation, and may advise further.
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frybluff - but if FE spots this post, he is much more familiar than I with consumer rights legislation, and may advise further.
I have forwarded to FE
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Eight Jaspers To Be Inducted Into Athletic Hall Of Fame Saturday
Courtesy: Manhattan Athletics Department
Release: 11/06/2014
RIVERDALE, N.Y. – Seven former Manhattan College student-athletes, including four in their first year of eligibility, and one coach will be inducted into the College's Athletic Hall of Fame on Saturday, Nov. 8.
The 2014 Hall of Fame honorees are:
Gerald Buckley '64 (track & field)
Patrick Callahan '99 (baseball)
LaCole Fields '00 (track & field)
Luis Flores '04 (men's basketball)
Thomas Jacob Freeman '04 (track & field)
Steve Lappas, coach (men's basketball)
Rosalee Mason '04 (women's basketball)
Nicholas Silva '04 (men's lacrosse)
"The Manhattan College Athletic Department is pleased to welcome these eight very accomplished contributors into our Hall of Fame," Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Noah D. LeFevre said. "The diversity of the 2014 class in sport disciplines, contributing roles and generations is a credit to the well-roundedness and longevity of our overall athletic program success."
Buckley (posthumous) was a valuable middle distance runner on head coach George Eastment's teams, serving as co-captain his senior year. He helped the two-mile relay squad capture first place at both the Millrose Games and Metropolitan Indoor Championships in 1962, and he took third in the 880 yards at the 1963 Metropolitan Outdoor Championships.
In 1997, Callahan became the first Jaspers baseball player ever to earn Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) Player of the Year honors after leading the league with a .381 batting average. He posted a .317 career batting average and was Manhattan's all-time leader in hits (147) at the time of his graduation.
LaCole Fields set four Manhattan records in the shot put and weight throw during her career, and still holds the indoor mark in the shot put. She was named All-East seven times and won a total of 13 individual MAAC championships. During the 2000 outdoor season, Fields captured the MAAC title and scored at the ECAC Championships in the shot put, discus and hammer throw.
Manhattan's all-time leading scorer (2,046 points), Flores was named MAAC Player of the Year and MAAC Tournament MVP in both 2002-2003 and 2003-2004. He led the Jaspers to back-to-back NCAA Tournament appearances in 2003 and 2004, when Manhattan upset Florida in the Round of 64. Flores was inducted into the MAAC Honor Roll at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame during the 2014 MAAC Tournament.
Freeman is the only eight-time All-American in the history of the track & field program. He won a pair of NCAA Championships at Manhattan (2003 indoor weight throw, 2004 outdoor hammer throw). Freeman also captured four consecutive IC4A titles in the hammer throw and is the NCAA record holder in the event. He finished third in the hammer throw at the 2008 U.S. Olympic Trials and represented the United States at the 2009 World Championships.
Lappas coached the Jaspers for four seasons from 1988-1989 to 1991-1992. He led Manhattan back to prominence during his tenure, capped by a 25-9 campaign in 1991-1992. That season, the Jaspers reached the MAAC championship game for the first time and made their first postseason appearance in nearly 20 years, reaching the quarterfinals of the National Invitation Tournament (NIT).
A three-time first team All-MAAC selection, Mason is the MAAC's all-time leading rebounder (1,217). She also ranks second on Manhattan's all-time scoring list (1,875). In 2002-2003, Mason led the Jaspers to both the MAAC regular season and tournament championships and an appearance in the NCAA Tournament.
Silva was named MAAC Player of the Year in 2002, as he led the Jaspers to their first ever MAAC championship. He ranks second on Manhattan's all-time assists chart (84) and has the two highest single-season assist totals in program history. Silva is also third on the all-time list with 155 career points.
The 36th Manhattan College Athletic Hall of Fame event will begin with a Mass in the Chapel of De La Salle and His Brothers at 4 p.m., followed by the induction ceremony and dinner in the Great Room of the new Raymond W. Kelly '63 Student Commons at 5 p.m.
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Beginning in 1941 under coach Frank Leahy, Notre Dame came to dominate the sport as no team has since, with six undefeated seasons, including 39 games without a loss, and four national championships. But in 1949, when Hesburgh was appointed the university's executive vice president and athletics chairman, he set out to make Notre Dame "the Harvard of the Midwest," which required de-emphasizing football. This required bringing to heel the imperious and mercurial Leahy, who flouted NCAA rules – and refused to speak to Hesburgh.
Leahy was a national celebrity. In 1956, Leahy would second the nomination of Dwight Eisenhower at the Republican convention. In 1953, however, the steely Hesburgh had fired Leahy – never mind the talk about Leahy leaving because of health problems. Since then, Notre Dame's football fortunes have varied but its academic reputation has risen steadily.
Football has hardly lost its hold on the campus. The large mural on the library that overlooks the stadium shows Jesus with both arms raised and is famously called "Touchdown Jesus." The statue of Father William Corby – a 19th-century president of the university – depicts him with his right hand held straight up and is known as "Fair Catch Corby." And the statue of Moses with his index finger pointed skyward is "We're Number One Moses."
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