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A few days ago, I mentioned that Justin Faulk was one of the two players in the Hurricanes system who was able to jump straight into the NHL at a very young age. The other Carolina player who was able to do that was obviously Jeff Skinner as he has already established himself as one of the team's top three forwards and arguably their most talented goal-scorer despite being with the team for only two years. What is even more unbelievable is that he has done all of this before his 20th birthday, which has made a lot of fans excited about what other feats he can accomplish in his career.
It's hard not to get people excited when you have a 31-goal campaign and take home the Calder Trophy in your rookie season like Skinner did, so you can see why there is so much hype for him in the Carolinas right now. With that comes high expectations and I think everyone knew that it was going to be hard for Skinner to follow up on his incredible rookie season for a number of reasons. The first of which being that Skinner is still only a kid and is still learning the ropes of the NHL but another reason is that Skinner had a lot of things go his way in his rookie year. By that, I mean that he was very fortunate in terms of shooting percentage/luck.
Skinner scored on 14.4% of the shots he took in his rookie season and the Hurricanes, as a team, were shooting at about 11% at even strength when he was on the ice that year, too. Some might attribute Skinner's shooting percentage to his terrific goal-scoring talent but the team wasn't going to continue shooting at such a high rate, so it was reasonable to predict Skinner's point total take a turn downward last season, which is exactly what happened. Skinner saw his personal shooting percentage plummet from 14.4% to 9.5% last season and the Hurricanes shot at only 9.28% at even strength when Skinner was on the ice, a significant drop from the 10.97% they shot at the year before. As a result, Skinner ended up with only 20 goals and 44 points in 64 games. There were some who consider Skinner's sophomore campaign a disappointment because of the underwhelming point boxcar numbers, but was it really a disappointment or just the percentages not going in his favor? A closer look at Skinner's season shows that it is probably the latter because there is evidence showing that Skinner was able to build off his rookie year and he actually improved on it in a number of ways.
Everyone knows that Skinner is a talented goal-scorer and he showed that in his rookie season, but one thing I wanted to see last year was him becoming a stronger territorial player. Even the most talented goal-scorers have difficulty at driving possession and showing the ability to carry a line in terms of driving the play forward, but Skinner was able to do exactly that last season. After barely breaking even in shot differential and being underwater in scoring chances in his rookie season, Skinner became the team's best forward in terms of relative corsi, even strength scoring chance percentage and scoring chance differential. All of which are positive signs for Skinner going forward because him being able to carry the mail at even strength and push the play forward means that he will likely be an even more effective offensive player in years to come. He was playing soft minutes but he is fine in that kind of role for now since the Hurricanes have (or "had" I should say) other players on the roster who could handle the heavier assignments. If Skinner continues to win the possession battle at even strength, it's very likely that his boxcar numbers will start to improve very soon.
The most important thing to remember about Skinner's sophomore season is that whenever he was on the ice, scoring chances were going in Carolina's favor. Almost every Carolina player saw their scoring chance percentage at even strength increase whenever they got to play on a line with him, which speaks highly of his ability to carry a line. One of the main reasons why Skinner is able to drive possession at a high rate is because he shoots the puck more often than almost anyone else on the team.
Carolina Hurricanes Shots per 60 minutesPlayer 10-11 11-12 LaRose 8.41 10.29 Skinner 8.601 9.478 Bowman 7.269 8.522 Semin 9.485 8.42 E. Staal 8.662 7.556 Ruutu 6.064 7.481 J. Staal 5.643 7.09 Tlusty 5.448 6.738 Dwyer 6.506 6.394 Stewart 6.131 6.031 Nodl 6.41 5.567 Brent 4.34 4.672 Jokinen 6.114 4.594
Skinner is able to get the puck on net at a very high rate and the amount of offense he generates is even more impressive when you factor in his age. He has managed to be one of the team's best offensive players despite being a teenager for his first two seasons in the NHL. Our look at shot locations yesterday also showed that most of the shots he recorded were quality scoring chances, so he wasn't firing blanks. The same goes for his performance on the powerplay.Player 10-11 11-12 Skinner 9.682997 11.71276 E. Staal 11.45811 10.05645 LaRose 2.962963 9.535846 Stewart 12.12903 8.551272 J. Staal 6.342974 8.264731 Ruutu 6.815957 8.07326 Tlusty 20.57143 7.992185 Brent 2.006152 7.346939 Bowman 5.617978 7.269071 Dwyer 4.904766 6.486486 Semin 9.772455 6.484817 Jokinen 7.382598 6.201411 Nodl 7.017544 0
Skinner's ability to generate a high amount of shots is a good thing regardless because it means the Hurricanes have the puck in the opponent's end more times than not and are able to keep it there for the most part. He is a machine when it comes to creating offense and that is something that is going to benefit the Hurricanes for a long time as the Hurricanes have him locked up for most of his prime years.
With all that being said, there have been some concerns about Skinner that have popped up over the last year or so. He isn't the best player in his own zone, which is expected because he is primarily an offensive weapon and not an all-around player. He could be one some day, but his play isn't quite there yet and that is reflected by Paul Maurice and Kirk Muller's use of him at even strength. Personally, I don't worry much about Skinner's defensive flaws since that isn't his game and he doesn't need to be an all-around player at this moment in time.
What I am worried about is how he has been taken advantage of by bigger players on the opposing team. Skinner isn't a physical player by any means and he is small compared to other players and it has led to him taking some punishing hits by larger defensemen and he ended up suffering a concussion as a result of one of these blows. This is something that neither Skinner or the Hurricanes have much control over because there isn't much you can do to stop bigger players from delivering huge hits that sometimes result in injuries. Having Milan Lucic and Shawn Thornton on the Bruins didn't stop Marc Savard from being taken out by Matt Cooke a few years ago and signing an enforcer isn't going to prevent Skinner from getting hurt in the future. Unless you take hitting out of the game, things like this are going to continue.
On a related note, another thing Skinner has been criticized for is his attitude. He does some things between the whistles that I'm not too proud of and some teams may have taken notice of this and targeted him for that reason. The fact that he embellishes a lot probably gets under the skin of opposing teams, as well. A couple of his actions have also gotten the notice of the league's disciplinary office and have even gotten him suspended on one occasion. Some might think that Skinner's attitude problem could escalate into a bigger issue soon but it's important to remember what I said earlier; Skinner is still just a kid. Give him one or two more years in the league and he will learn to cut out the non-sense and play with a cooler head.
As for him embellishing, this isn't much of a problem for the Hurricanes because Skinner draws a lot of penalties for exactly that reason and it works to the Hurricanes advantage. Drawing penalties is somewhat of an underrated skill and it's something that Skinner doesn't get enough credit for because he is one of the best players in the league at doing this. Maybe not a lot of people notice this because the Hurricanes powerplay hasn't been great the last few years, but Skinner gives the team a huge advantage by drawing at least two penalties per 60 minutes, and I'm willing to bet that he embellishes on most of the calls. This "skill" makes Skinner one of those player who you love if he is on your team, but hate if you're a fan of a rival club, similar to Dustin Brown of the Los Angeles Kings.
With Jeff Skinner, it isn't all about goals and points as he was able to have an outstanding sophomore year in my eyes despite having a lower point total than he did the previous year. Before his injury, he was the team's best forward and looked stronger in a lot of areas compared to his rookie year. He is only 20 years old and is already a machine when it comes to creating offense and generating scoring chances, so all the Hurricanes can do now is sit back and look forward to how he develops throughout the remainder of his contract. I can already tell you that it's going to be a lot of fun to witness.
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GAUGE:22 sts + 28 rnds = 4 in. (10 cm) in Stockinette st in the round (knit every round).STITCH EXPLANATION:
BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you less stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.
SW (slip and wrap) Bring yarn to front of work, slip next st, turn, wrap yarn around slip st and slip same st back onto right hand needle. On next row, work wrapped st by picking up wrap and working together with st on left hand needle.
ssk (slip, slip, knit) Slip next 2 sts as if to knit, one at a time, to right needle; insert left needle into fronts of these 2 sts and knit them tog.
K1, p1 Rib (Even number of sts)
Rnd 1: *K1, p1; rep from * to end.
Rep Rnd 1 for K1, p1 Rib.
Grafting Holding the 2 needles parallel with wrong sides of fabric together, thread a large-eyed blunt needle with yarn end and work as follows:
Insert needle as if to purl into first stitch on front piece. Insert needle as if to knit into first stitch on back piece. Then follow steps 1-4 as outlined below. 1) Insert needle as if to knit through first st on front needle and let the st drop from needle. 2) Insert needle into 2nd st on front needle as if to purl and pull the yarn through, leaving st on the needle. 3) Insert needle into first st on back needle as if to purl and let it drop from the needle, then 4) insert it as if to knit through 2nd st on back needle and pull the yarn through, leaving st on needle. Rep 1-4 until all sts are grafted. When finished, adjust tension as necessary. Weave in ends.
With A, cast on 32 (36, 40) sts. Divide sts onto 3 double pointed needles. Join, being careful not to twist sts, and place marker (pm) for beg of rnd.
Work in k1, p1 rib for 1 in. (2.5 cm).
Change to B and work in St st worked in the round (k every rnd) until sock measures 3 1/2 (4, 4 1/2) in. (9 (10, 11.5 cm) from beg.
Shape Heel Change to A and k15 (17, 19) sts for heel. Leave remaining sts unworked.
Work back and forth in short rows for heel shaping as follows:
Row 1 (WS): P14 (16, 18), SW next st, turn.
Row 2: K13 (15, 17) sts, SW next st, turn.
Row 3: P12 (14, 16), SW next st, turn.
Row 4: K11 (13, 15) sts, SW next st, turn.
Row 5: P10 (12, 14), SW next st, turn.
Continue to rep last 2 rows, having 1 st less before SW on each row, until 8 (9, 10) sts have been worked.
Next Row (RS): K8 (9, 10) sts, SW, turn.
Next Row: P9 (10, 11) sts, SW, turn.
Rep last 2 rows, adding 1 more st before SW on each row until 15 (17, 19) sts have been worked.
With B, resume working in St st in the rnd over all sts until foot measures 3 1/2 (4, 4 1/2) in. (9 (10, 11.5 cm) or desired foot length from back heel to base of toes, end last rnd 7 (8, 9) sts before beg of rnd marker and move beg of rnd marker to this point.
Change to A.
Next Rnd: K8 (9, 10), pm for first marker, k16 (18, 20), pm for second marker, k8 (9, 10).
Next Rnd: K to 3 sts before first marker, k2tog, k1, sl first marker, k1, ssk, k to 3 sts before second marker, k2tog, k1, sl second marker, k1, ssk, k to beg of rnd marker.
Next Rnd: Knit.
Rep last 2 rnds until 8 sts remain. Divide sts evenly onto 2 needles, cut yarn leaving a long end. Graft sts together.
Following chart, and using A and C, work duplicate stitch on sock, about 3 rnds below ribbed top edge.
Weave in ends.
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beg = begin(s)(ning) dec = decreas(e)(s)(ing) inc = increas(e)(s)(ing) k = knit p = purl Pm = place marker rep = repeat(s)(ing) rnd(s) = round(s) RS = right side sl = slip St st = Stockinette stitch tog = together WS = wrong side

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July 29, 2014
Jay G. Tate
That makes Cassanova McKinzy, at the age of 21, an old-school defender.
He's exactly what coaches wanted in the 1980s and early 1990s -- a 250-pound missle capable of silencing anyone with a ball in his hands. He's a specter, an enforcer, an embodiment of the pain tailbacks feel when they agree to play the position. He was made to make offensive coordinators think twice about trying to run through 'A' and 'B' gaps.
That's exactly what McKinzy did last season. He played in all 14 games, led the team with 75 tackles including eight for loss and habitually set a defensive tone with at least one graphic hit.
McKinzy isn't particularly quick, but he took some steps forward with his anticipation last season. That made him play faster. He also became more adept at shedding blocks while keeping a close eye on offensive flow, which is the kind of multitasking Ellis Johnson needs from his two linebackers.- Jay G. Tate
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Who has had a baby at 37 weeks?
One of the biggest worries for a 37 weeker are nursing issues (which I was told was very common). DS was born just shy of 37 weeks and had nursing issues, some nasty jaundice, and a slow growth early on.
I had a scare when he was born 'cause he was dipping his chest, but after about an hour (and a tiny bit of oxygen) he quit and they put him on a monitor and took him for a chest xray the next day just to double check everything.
He was 6lbs 9oz at birth
I hope everything goes well for you and I'll keep my fingers crossed for no spikes between now and then!!
Megan + DH = Kaiden 6/6/10 + Konnor 3/1/13
DD came on her own at 37 weeks, 5 days. She was 6 lbs, 10 oz, had no major complications and scored 9s on her apgars. She just had some jaundice and was pretty sleepy for bf'ing.
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Miranda (24) married to Harry III (25)
Mommy to Harry IV, March 29, 2011
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Leah - Oct 16/09 ♥ Aubree July 29/11 ♥ Ben - Mar 14/13
My DS was born at 37+1 and was 6 lb 13 oz and 20 inches long. He was jaundiced as well and had some nursing issues. He had reflux and colic for the first few months of his life, although I have no idea if that was from him being early. Overall he was healthy though and is extremely intelligent as a 5-year-old.
Krista, Mommy to Alex (9/9/07) and Dominic (3/8/13)
She was born via emergency C-section after a failed induction performed at 36 weeks 6 days due to pre-eclampsia which came on very suddenly.
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& Asher Robert 4/2014
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When Willa spots her ex-husband, James, eying her seductively at their high school reunion, she doesn't know what to think--or how to control her body's reaction to him. James has changed from the mild, non-confrontational man she married. Now he's darker, sexier and eager to be in command. For the first time in their relationship, Willa is helpless before him--and she likes it. It's time for her to make things right, starting by surrendering to pleasure...and to James's will.


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Recent Articles by Bart
More Superleague player movements
TODAY, a summary of player movements so far for the other six Superleague clubs, as well as relegated Castleford for good measure. Remember, for all the latest signing details as they happen, see the forum thread maintained by "Evil Homer" by clikcing "here".
Superleague player movements
IT?S been a busy week or so since St Helens were victorious in the Grand Final in front of a Superleague record crowd at Old Trafford, and the other clubs have already been busy signing players to try and make up ground for next season. Let?s see if we can track some of the player movements that have been confirmed so far.For all the latest details as they happen, see the forum thread maintained by ?Evil Homer? by clikcing "here".Hull FC - Danny Tickle, Wayne Godwin, Willie Manu, Matt Sing, Hutch Maiava Ex-Wigan forwards Danny Tickle and Wayne Godwin will be looking for fresh starts on the other side of the country when they turn out at KC Stadium under Peter Sharp next season. Willie Manu joins from relegated Castleford where his season was interrupted with an Australian community service order. Hull lost several players mid-season to retirement and other clubs. Along with retired international winger Matt Sing joining from North Queensland and a former NZ squad member Hutch Maiava joining from Cronulla, Hull FC aren?t resting on this year?s second place finish, and the taste of what is possible over the past two seasons could spur this club onto more. Bradford ? Michael Platt, James Evans, Chris Feather Glenn MorrisonCoach Steve McNamara?s first signings since taking over at Grattan Stadium were been prop Chris Feather on a three year deal, and Parramatta forward Glenn Morrison, Castleford fullback Michael Platt and Wakefield loanee James Evans from Huddersfield, all on two year deals. Bradford have lost winger Karl Pryce to rugby union and forward Brad Meyers to the Gold Coast, and rumours persist that Wakefield?s David Solomona might look to hook up with Bradford should they meet the conditions of his release. The Bulls faithful will again have expectations that they will be there or thereabouts when the major titles are decided next season.Leeds ? Brent Webb, Kylie LeuluaiCoach Tony Smith will welcome two Kiwi signings to Headingley in New Zealand international fullback Brent Webb and New Zealand born Manly prop Kylie Leuluai. Next season the Rhinos will be without rugby union bound Chev Walker, and gold Coast bound fullback Richie Matthers, as well as the retired Willie Poching and released Shane Millard, and departing Mark O?Neil and Chris Feather. However Leeds will also retain their mid-season signings of former NZ international Clinton Toopi and former GB international Jamie Thackray. While successful enough this year, by Leeds standards the season did not produce the expected results, and I?d suspect Leeds are still on the lookout for that someone who might be able to recreate their spark of previous seasons.Warrington - Vinnie Anderson, Paul Johnson, Adrian MorleyAfter being left out of the 17 for St Helens? biggest games this season, Vinnie Anderson moves to Warrington on a three year deal. Warrington paid ?50,000 for Anderson to move with one year left on his Saints contract, and he will play either alongside GB international Martin Gleeson in the centres, or in the Wolves back row. Vinnie joins Warrington?s other international recruits, Paul Johnson and Adrian Morley at Halliwell Jones Stadium under England coach Paul Cullen next year. Warrington have lost Logan Swann to NZ Warriors, Tohe Kohe-Love to Widnes, and prop Mark Hilton has retired. Warrington seem intent on doing everything they can to remain a top six club in the future.Salford ? Luke Dorn, Mark Edmondson, Michael KorkidasAs one of this season?s key players Andrew Dunemann leaves the Reds for Canberra, London-based Luke Dorn moves up Manchester way to fill the gap. The Reds have also signed forwards Mark Edmondson returning from his stint with the Syndey Roosters and Michael Korkidas one of several forwards that seem to be leaving Wakefield. The Reds will be without the retiring Sean Rutgerson as well as Chris Charles and Simon Baldwin who are moving to National League clubs. Salford have spent sensibly in also recruiting players from National League and Academy teams to cover, but coach Karl Harrison be desperate next season to maintain the club?s hard won top six status. Harlequins ? Scott Hill, Sione Faumuina, Julien Rinaldi, Danny Orr, Jon Grayshon, Chris MellingAlways seems to be a lot of movement for the London club, and next year will be no exception with 13 players from this year?s squad who will no longer wear the Quins colours under coach Brian McDermott. Twickenham Stoop regulars will be expecting Melbourne?s Scott Hill, French international Julien Rinaldi who has signed from Les Catalans, or Wigan?s Danny Orr to make up for the loss of playmakers Luke Dorn and Thomas Leuluai. Forward Jon Grayshon from Huddersfield and utility Chris Melling from Wigan are probably the first of several signings to bolster some depth in next season?s Harlequins side which will be without the likes of regulars Mark Tookey, Danny Williams, Nick Bradley-Qawilawa and Joe Mbu. Part Two with other Superleague clubs coming tomorrow?
Superleague Semi Finals Preview
IT?S down to the last four teams standing, and this weekend sees 1 v 2 play for a place in the grand final (loser with a second bite of the cherry) and 4 v 6 play for survival. St Helens, Hull, Bradford, and Warrington ? only three will survive this weekend?s games?Friday ? St Helens v Hull FC, Knowsley Road 8pmCompetition favourites St Helens and second placed Hull face off after a week?s rest with a grand final place up for grabs. Saints finished the season with twenty-four wins with a points difference of 509, showing their dominance throughout the regular season. Hull managed twenty wins including a mid-season winning streak of thirteen matches, with a points difference of 142.St Helens has the form on the board, winning their last three league matches and having taken out this year?s Challenge Cup. However captain Paul Sculthorpe has been ruled out for the rest of the season, which may serve as a reminder to the Saints of their injury-laden early departure from the finals a year ago. Coach Daniel Anderson has been talking his side up, as has fullback Paul Wellens, both claiming this is the best side they have been associated with.Hull meanwhile have lost their last two games, and will be desperate to recapture their mid-season form, which saw them beat St Helens at Knowsley Road in June. Since the mid-season change of coach and the arrival of Peter Sharp it?s been a different Hull side to earlier in the year, albeit one that may have peaked too early and enter the play-offs with a point to prove. Minor injury worries for gareth Carvell and Shayne McMenemy appear to have cleared up.Some match-ups to look out for are up front, with the Saints engine room rotation of Nathan Cayless, Paul Anderson, and Keiron Cunningham with James Graham, Maurie Fa?asavalu and James Roby up against Hull?s front row mainstays of Garreth Carvell, Ewan Dowes, Paul King and Richard Swain. Meanwhile in the halves Hull?s Richard Horne gets a chance to stake a Tri-Nations claim against test incumbent Sean Long. And there?s talent all over the field really, and this should be a great clash.Previous results this season:Round 7: Hull 0 St Helens 46 (KC Stadium)Round 16: St Helens 26 Hull 27 (Knowsley Road)St Helens 18-man squad: Wellens, Gardner, Lyon, Talau, Meli, Pryce, Long, Cunningham, Cayless, Gilmour, Wilkin, Roby, Bennett, Hooper, P. Anderson, V. Anderson, Graham, Fa'asavalu.Hull FC 18-man squad: Briscoe, Carvell, Cooke, Domic, Dowes, G. Horne, R. Horne, Lee, McMenemy, King, Radford, Raynor, Swain, Yeaman, Whiting, Tony, Wheeldon, Washbrook.Referee: A KleinSaturday ? Bradford v Warrington, Grattan Stadium 6pmIt?s a fight for survival between the Bradford Bulls and Warrington Wolves, each knowing that no team has won Superleague from 4th or 6th position before. But a win here will send either team into the final three with a chance at earning a grand final berth. Bradford finished the season six points above Warrington, and despite a mid-season two point penalty for previous salary cap indiscretions, the reigning champions? play-off spot had assured for several weeks prior to the end of the league rounds. This was just as well as Bradford lost two games against lower placed teams in the lead-up to the play-offs, but recovered to beat Huddersfield in the final round and then outclass Salford in last week?s elimination game. Warrington have emerged as a surprise packet at the end of the season, picking up a win against Hull, competing against St Helens, and then reversing their result from a month before by knocking Leeds out of the competition last week with a Lee Briers field goal. Warrington have a good record against the Bulls this season, they are a team that seems to be playing out the 80 minutes and taking nothing for granted, and peaking at the right time of year.There?s one day remaining before the squads are reduced to 18 men, and time will tell whether Wolves fullback Brent Grose has recovered from knee injury in time to take part in this vital clash, and prop Chris Leikvoll is also available for selection. Bradford expect to have loose forward Jamie Langley available after a groin injury, in addition to recent returnee Paul Johnson. Both sides will give their all in this match, as a loss here spells the end of the road. Previous results this season:Round 8: Bradford 18 Warrington 22 (Odsal Stadium)Round 11: Warrington 27 Bradford 4 (Halliwell Jones Stadium)Round 23: Bradford 50 Warrington 22 (Grattan Stadium)Bradford Bulls 20-man squad: Johnson, Burgess, Meyers, Cook, I. Harris, Bai, Pryce, St Hilaire, B. Harris, Langley, Newton, Ferres, Deacon, Vagana, Vainikolo, Hape, McKenna, Withers, Lynch, Henderson.Warrington Wolves 20-man squad: Grose, Fa?afili, Martin Gleeson, Kohe-Love, Reardon, Briers, Sullivan, Leikvoll, Swann, Wainwright, Mark Gleeson, Westwood, Wood, Barnett, Parker, Rauhihi, Pickersgill, Bracek, Riley, Bridge.Referee: R Silverwood
Superleague Preview Play-Offs Wk 1
AND then there were six? welcome to the business end of the season. This weekend sees the opening clashes in the Superleague play-offs with four teams facing the prospect of elimination, while the two highest ranked teams (St Helens and Hull) have earned themselves a weekend of rest. The top six will soon become the final four ? game on!Friday: Leeds Rhinos v Warrington Wolves8pm at Headingley Stadium Third place v sixth place, loser eliminatedThis is the first season since 2002 where Leeds has not finished in the top two on the competition ladder. However they will take hope from the feats of Bradford last season, who from third position ended up Champions. By comparison the Leeds squad looks a little weaker in some places than in previous years, and they enter the finals with injured first choice fullback Richard Mathers, and regular bench forward Willie Poching.Warrington made it through to the second week last season with the talents of Andrew Johns at their disposal, and will be looking to match that achievement with the current squad. Ten of their 20-man squad played alongside Joey in last season?s play-offs, but they too start their finals campaign without injured first choice fullback Brett Grose, hooker or loose forward Jon Clarke and prop Mark Hilton.This should be a fast-paced game owing to the creativity of both sides, but with some good forward clashes as well. Keep an eye out for Dream Team second rower Leeds? Gareth Ellis, but the match-up that may well decide the result is in the halves where Dream Team five-eighth Danny McGuire and Rob Burrow square off against Salford?s Chris Bridge and Lee Briers. Lee Briers has had a mid-week meeting with Great Britain coach Brian Noble, and will be desperate to use this last chance to try and force his way onto the Tri-Nations tour. Leeds Rhinos 20-man squad: Donald, Walker, Senior, Smith, McGuire, Burrow, Bailey, Diskin, Peacock, Lauitiiti, Ellis, Sinfield, Millard, Jones-Buchanan, Scruton, Kirke, Williams, Tansey, Thackray, Toopi. Coach: Tony Smith (Aus).Warrington Wolves 20-man squad: Fa'afili, Mn. Gleeson, Kohe-Love, Reardon, Briers, Sullivan, Leikvoll, Swann, Wainwright, Mk. Gleeson, Westwood, Wood, Barnett, Parker, Rauhihi, Pickersgill, Riley, Bridge, Harrison, Penny. Coach: Paul Cullen.Referee: R SilverwoodLeeds last five games: LWWLWWarrington last five games: LWLWLRound 26: Leeds 54 Warrington 16 at HeadingleyRound 12: Warrington 44 Leeds 16 at Halliwell JonesBart?s tip: Leeds by 12.Saturday: Bradford Bulls v Salford City Reds6pm at Grattan StadiumFourth place v fifth place, loser eliminatedThe reigning Champions won their way through from sudden death last season, so that prospect alone won?t be causing too much concern in the Bulls camp. And at least their topsy-turvy patches of form during the season may have been put right with a confident win last start under pressure against Huddersfield. The Bulls look to be at full strength for their finals campaign with no major injury problems.Salford by contrast are competing in their first ever Superleague play-off, and have achieved a long held ambition under coach Karl Harrison to make the top six. However the Reds won?t want to let things stop there, and having contested a tight match at home against Bradford in June will fancy themselves every chance of winning here. The only regular players missing from the squad for the start of the finals are the injured second rower Ian Sibbit and centre Junior Langi.The hard-working Salford side are likely to look to restrict the creative opportunities of Bradford, and in a close game are more than capable of getting a roll on their opposition. Bradford will be likely to try and dominate the ruck area and then quicken the pace of the game and the score line in their favour. Some key match ups will be hookers Terry Newton and Ian Henderson up against Salford?s Malcolm Auker, Bradford halves Iestyn Harris and Paul Deacon battling with Andrew Dunemann and Luke Robinson, and keep an eye out for danger man and Dream Team winger Salford?s David Hodgson. Bradford Bulls 20-man squad: Johnson, Burgess, Meyers, Cook, I. Harris, Bai, Pryce, St Hilaire, B. Harris, Langley, Newton, Ferres, Deacon, Vagana, Vainikolo, Hape, McKenna, Withers, Lynch, Henderson. Coach: Steve MacNamara.Salford City Reds 20-man squad: Fitzpatrick, Hodgson, McGuinness, Moule, Dunemann, Robinson, Coley, Alker, Rutgerson, Finnigan, Charles, Highton, Wilshere, Haggerty, Littler, Brocklehurst, Adamson, Lima, Williams, Turner. Coach: Karl Harrison.Referee: A KleinBradford last five games: LWLLWSalford last five games: WLLWLRound 19: Salford 17 Bradford 16 at The WillowsRound 3: Bradford 34 Salford 4 at Odsal (Grattan) StadiumBart?s tip: Bradford by 8.Broadcast detailsBoth games shown live in the UK on Sky Sports 3. Both games shown live in NZ on Sky Sport 2 (Sat 6:50 am) and Sky Sport 1 (Sun 4:50 am).Both games shown delayed in Australia on Friday 29 September (TBC) on Fox Sports.Leeds v Warrington covered live through BBC Radio Leeds: http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio/aod/leeds.shtml
Superleague R28 Preview
THIS weekend sees the final round of Superleague XI, and two pressing issues remain unsettled ? the order of fifth and sixth place for Salford and Warrington will determine first week play-off opponents, and of course the result of Wakefield v Castleford will determine which team is subject to relegation. Other teams will be hoping for either a good hit-out ahead of the important play-off games to follow, or for a positive end to a long season. Game on!Friday ? Wigan v Hull at JJB Stadium (televised)With Wigan successfully clear of the relegation tussle, home fans will be looking for a win against second placed Hull to give them some positives to take into the off-season. This will be the last game in Wigan colours for halfback Michael Dobson, Brett Dallas, Scott Logan and Wayne Godwin who are all joining other clubs next season, while the club will also acknowledge recently retired Kris Radlinski. Wigan lost against Harlequins last week by a point while Hull lost to Warrington and will be hoping to return to form before the play-offs. Hull are not resting any players from the squad, knowing that they have earned a week off and will play their next game in the Qualifying Semi-Final against St Helens. Tip: Could easily go either way? maybe Wigan?Friday ? Leeds v Catalans at HeadingleyThird placed Leeds host last placed Catalans as the French club aim to finish their debut season on a high note. The team has won eight games and mirrored the performance of many teams having previously made their first step into the elite division. However their Superleague future is secure only because of the exemption from relegation granted to them as an expansion club. Dragons winger Justin Murphy currently heads the try scoring table on 24 and will be hoping to add to his tally here. Catalans were beaten at home by Huddersfield last start, while Leeds were outclassed by competition leaders St Helens. Hoping to hit some form ahead of next week?s Elimination Play-Off against either Warrington or Salford, Leeds are without injured centre Chev Walker, with Danny McGuire again listed to make his comeback from shin injury. Tip: Leeds.Saturday ? Harlequins v Salford at Twickenham StoopSalford can make certain of fifth place and an Elimination Play-Off against Bradford next week with a win here in London. A loss opens up the chance that they might face Leeds next week instead. Either way it is the first time Salford have qualified for the Superleague Play-Offs, with their win last week over Castleford. Andy Coley, David Hodgson and Stuart Littler were the winners at the Salford awards night mid-week. Meanwhile Harlequins, fresh off their one point win over Wigan, take the field this week in the wake of the news that their CEO since 2002 Nic Cartwright is calling it a day, and prop Danny Williams is also retiring. Luke Dorn is Salford-bound next year, and with eight players yet to be re-signed a surprise win could be in the works here if the players want to impress and pitch in to send each other off in style.Tip: Could easily go either way, but you?d think Salford...Saturday ? Wakefield v Castleford at Atlantic Solutions Stadium (televised) This game is the focus of this weekend?s round and the result could influence the future of both clubs. Castleford have been there before, losing at home against Wakefield in 2004?s final round to end up relegated to National League One. Meanwhile Wakefield won National League One and promotion in 1998 and have been playing Superleague ever since. Under ex-Hull coach John Kear, Wakefield?s recent performances have improved as their quest to avoid the drop intensifies, and following last week?s surprise win over Bradford it all now comes down to this game. Castleford had a patch of strong form around July, but have recently have slid back down to danger culminating in last week?s loss to Salford. The past two years of effort by the Tigers to climb back and survive in Superleague now comes down to this one game ? will that motivation be enough? May the best team on the day win? Tip: Um, Wakefield?Sunday ? Warrington v St Helens at Halliwell Jones StadiumBy game time on Sunday Warrington will know whether their opponent in next week?s Elimination Play-Off has already been decided, or whether they can influence their post-season path. The Wolves have made the Play-Offs for the third time in four seasons, and having beaten second place Hull last week will be trying for the quinella by knocking off the leaders. They come up against a St Helens squad that has taken all before them this season, winning the Challenge Cup and topping the League ladder to earn next week off. The Saints will be looking to again display their dominance for all to see as we near the important stage of the season. Tip: St Helens.Sunday ? Huddersfield v Bradford at Galpharm StadiumSeventh placed Huddersfield are now safe from relegation following last week?s win over Catalans, but the Challenge Cup Finalists will be hoping to finish the season on a positive note with a final win at home, given that they cannot make the play-offs. Huddersfield will farewell Michael De Vere, Paul March, Jim Gannon, Wayne McDonald and Jon Grayshon, however the Giants are yet to win over fourth placed Bradford in Superleague. The Bulls will be looking to put in a performance worthy of reigning Champions following last week?s defeat at the hands of Wakefield, and Great Britain rep Paul Johnson returns to the squad for the first time since May.Tip: Maybe Bradford. Next week?s games:Friday 22 September 8pm - Elimination Play-Off 1 Leeds Rhinos v Warrington or Salford at Headingley(Third Place v Sixth Place)Saturday 23 September 6pm - Elimination Play Off 2Bradford Bulls v Salford or Warrington at Grattan Stadium(Fourth Place v Fifth Place) (St Helens and Hull FC continue through to the second week.)
Play-Offs and Relegation explained
WITH one round remaining in Superleague, the top four positions are settled, which means that the following details of play-offs can now be confirmed.Week One:Friday 22 September 8pm - Elimination Play-Off 1Third Place v Sixth Place Leeds Rhinos v Warrington or Salford at HeadingleyWinner continues in Week Two, loser eliminatedSaturday 23 September 6pm - Elimination Play Off 2Fourth Place v Fifth PlaceBradford Bulls v Salford or Warrington at Grattan StadiumWinner continues in Week Two, loser eliminatedWeek TwoFriday 29 September 8pm - Qualifying Semi-FinalFirst Place v Second Place St Helens v Hull FC at Knowsley RoadWinner straight to Grand Final, loser continues in Week ThreeSaturday 30 September 6pm - Elimination Semi-FinalWinner Elimination Play-Off 1 v Winner Elimination Play-Off 2 Teams and venue to be determined following Week OneWinner continues in Week Three, loser eliminatedWeek Three - Final EliminatorFriday 4 October 8pmLoser Qualifying Semi v Winner Elimination SemiVenue to be decided, loser eliminatedWeek Four - Grand FinalSaturday 12 October 6pmWinner Qualifying Semi v Winner Final Eliminator at Old Trafford Manchester- - - - -Relegation from Superleague for 2007 now comes down to the results of two games - this weekend's Round 28 clash between Castleford Tigers and Wakefield Trinity Wildcats, and the October 8 National League One Grand Final to be held at Halton Stadium Widnes.Whichever team loses this Saturday's Superleague clash is in line to be consigned to the National League for next season. Castleford lost this very game two years ago and had to spend 2005 in the National League before gaining promotion again for this season. Wakefield last played lower division league in 1998, winning promotion to Superleague for the following season.There remains one shred of hope for the loser of Saturday's match - that the winner of the National League One Grand Final may not be eligible for promotion. So far the RFL have announced that Hull Kingston Rovers, Widnes Vikings, and Leigh Centurions have each met the criteria and would be accepted for promotion to Superleague should they win through and be victorious in their Grand Final. However Whitehaven have controversially learned that their application for promotion would not be approved, after having previously met criteria leading up to the past two National League Grand Finals, and the Marras may take leave to appeal. It seems unlikely that the other two sides alive in the National League Play-Offs - Rochdale Hornets and Batley Bulldogs - have applied for or would be deemed eligible for promotion should they win through to the Grand Final and take the title.So for Castleford and Wakefield this weekend, the winner takes it all - and the loser is left to cheer for Batley, Rochdale or Whitehaven to win National League One if they wish to hold onto the slim chance they might avoid relegation...
Superleague R27 Preview
THIS weekend should give some clarity over the final order of the top six as well as the identity of the club facing relegation, as there are only two rounds remaining before the play-offs and a maximum of four points up for grabs for each club. Getting close to the end of a long season for some clubs and with other clubs jockeying for positions, this week could very well be the week of the upsets? Game on!
Superleague Round 26 Preview
THREE weeks to go before the play-offs and with the Challenge Cup safely in the St Helens trophy cabinet, teams are jostling for position at the top and bottom of the table, and players are now desperate to impress and earn representative spots. As this weekend marks the 100 year anniversary of rugby league being played with 13 players instead of 15, here are six more 13-a-side matches to get your teeth into. Game on!
Relegation watch...
WITH three rounds to go before the Superleague play-offs, the composition of the top six looks pretty set. It will only change if either Salford or Warrington lose their remaining three games while Harlequins or perhaps Wigan or Huddersfield also win all three of theirs. Possible by all means, but perhaps not very likely.So attention for the next few weeks will turn to the other end of the table, where teams are doing battle to avoid relegation to the division below for next season. Being relegated can have a big financial impact on a club, and can mean the exodus of many players and casual fan support. Some clubs bounce back from relegation, but some clubs don?t ? with the shift to an expanded franchise based system for Superleague from 2009, no club wants to risk being a step behind when push comes to shove. Amazingly there are five Superleague teams still in the running for relegation, so each match from here on is vital. How does it look for your favourite Superleague team? Which club holds the aces up their sleeve?Wakefield: 16 competition points, -124 points differentialR26: v St Helens (A)R27: v Bradford (A)R28: v Castleford (H)Players have been performing better in recent weeks under a coach in John Kear that seems up for the challenge. But it?s a tough looking draw for Wakefield ? away to the Challenge Cup holders and the reigning League Champions. A final round win over Castleford could see them jump the Tigers ? but only if Castleford don?t win another game. Chance of relegation 40 %Castleford: 17 competition points, -386 points differentialR26: v Harlequins (H)R27: v Salford (A)R28: v Wakefield (A)A string of recent losses (including one to Wakefield) will not have helped confidence in Terry Matterson's Tigers camp. But they have perhaps the easier draw of any teams in the bottom half of the table, and their destiny could be in their own hands ? if they can manage a win before they head to Wakefield for the final match. Chance of relegation 35 %Huddersfield: 18 competition points, -146 points differentialR26: v Salford (H)R27: v Catalans (A)R28: v Bradford (H)Huddersfield will be hoping their trip to France against bottom-placed Catalans will net them the necessary points to pull clear from danger. But if Wakefield can surprise St Helens or Bradford, then the Giants will need another win for safety ahead of the final round. So expect a spirited performance this week against Salford as Huddersfield try and re-focus from the Cup Final experience and get ahead of the relegation game. Chance of relegation 10 %Wigan: 18 competition points, -114 points differentialR26: v Bradford (H)R27: v Harlequins (A)R28: v Hull (H)Penalised two points for a 2005 salary cap breach, Wigan finds themselves still trying to make sure they avoid the drop. Good recent form should have the Warriors and Brian Noble feeling confident that they will compete in all three games, and pick up at least one win. But if they lose all three and Castleford win one of their games, there could be a nasty surprise in store should Wakefield beat Castleford on the final Sunday... Chance of relegation 10 %Harlequins: 19 competition points, -275 points differentialR26: v Castleford (A) R27: v Wigan (H)R28: v Salford (H)Harlequins can make sure of their status for next year with a win over Castleford this weekend to put them four points ahead of the Tigers with a virtually unsurpassable points difference in their favour. But if Wakefield can pick up a Cup hangover win against St Helens, a loss against Castleford this week would see the London club frantic for some points in their remaining games against Wigan and Salford. Chance of relegation 5 %So there you have it! Only three weeks until we know which one of these teams is likely to be relegated to National League One for 2007 (with bottom-placed expansion club Catalans Dragons exempt from relegation). The teams confirmed by the RFL to be in the running for promotion to Superleague for 2007 are last season?s relegated clubs Leigh Centurions and Widnes Vikings, as well as Hull Kingston Rovers ? provided one of these teams wins the National League One Grand Final to be held in October. More about that one later...
Superleague Round 25 Preview
FOUR rounds left to play, but next weekend will be a rest for everyone except St Helens and Huddersfield who are contesting the Challenge Cup final. So teams will be going all out this weekend to climb a notch on the ladder before regrouping for their final chance to make this season count ? or to fight for their Superleague survival? game on!Friday: Wigan v HuddersfieldWigan can?t afford to drop a game in their ongoing quest to avoid relegation, and this match against Huddersfield is one they would be counting on for as an easier win ? if such a thing exists? Huddersfield have had a hot and cold season and now sit four points outside of sixth place and a play-off berth. The Giants have announced the signing of Shane Elford for next season, but could be excused for having one eye on next week?s Challenge Cup Final against St Helens. Brad Drew and Chris Thorman are out for the Giants, with Tom Hemmingway and Bolu Fagborun called into the squad. Wigan squad unchanged from last week?s win over Leeds, Brett Dallas still out through injury. Friday: Wakefield v Leeds at Atlantic Solutions Stadium? televisedMeanwhile, Eddie and Stevo will be bringing us the next episode of Wakefield?s quest to avoid relegation when they take on a vulnerable Leeds Rhinos. The Wildcats have been revitalised under new coach John Kear, who earlier in the season left his position at Hull. Without Monty Betham and Ned Catic they managed a win over Catalans last week, and will be hoping to do the same against a Rhinos side that has lost it?s last five on the trot and is still without the injured Danny Maguire. Willie Poching is called back into the Leeds squad along with Chris Feather and Nick Scruton, while French halfback Maxime Gresque may get some game time for Wakefield.Friday: Bradford v Castleford at Grattan StadiumAlso on Friday night, Castleford will want to make sure they stay one point above the danger zone with a win over Bradford, and will be helped by the return of first choice halves combination Peter Lupton and Danny Brough. But after losing 72-4 last week against St Helens, the Tigers will need a big turn around to match it with the Bulls. Bradford have their own worries though, having been docked two points in relation to a breach of last season?s salary cap, and having been surprise losers against Harlequins last week. For Bradford Terry Newtown is out through injury, with Matt Cook and Karl Pryce returning to the squad.Saturday: Warrington v Harlequins ? televisedMark McLinden rejoins a victorious Harlequins squad which looks to get within one point of sixth place and a play-off berth should they beat Warrington here. Joe Mbu and Zeb Luisi are also available for the first time in a month, and the London-based club has announced the signing of Scott Hill for next season. Warrington went down narrowly to Salford last week, and with new England coach Paul Cullen in charge should know that a win here virtually makes certain they?ll feature in the finals. Will that be enough motivation for the Wolves to beat the Harlequins? This could be the game with the most at stake this weekend. Sunday: Catalans v St HelensThe French side are now alone at the bottom of the Superleague table, and without the threat of relegation to spur them on may not make up any ground on their rivals. St Helens however are giving them the best chance by naming a squad with up to nine players set to make their Superleague debut while they rest their stars ahead of next week?s Challenge Cup final. In Trent Hodgkinson they have even named a 36 year old hooker who has not played first grade for 12 years! How will the Dragons react to playing Saints reserve team? They will be without Renaud Guigue and Pascal Jampy, but Thomas Bosc and Laurent Frayssinous are available again. Sunday: Hull v SalfordSecond placed Hull look to score an important win over play-off rivals Salford, and should have centre Kirk Yeaman to help them. Yeaman has been injured for two months but was scoring more than a try a game before injury. Hull prop Paul King is suspended for this match, following a dangerous throw. Not much news from Salford this week, but they?ll be hoping to build on their one point win over Warrington and catch the Hull side on the hop in this one.


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One of the most awaited and requested features before the release of Silverlight 3 Beta was the ability to run Silverlight applications out of the browser. To be clear, this is not completely out of the browser, since the browser chrome/host is still being used. However, the application can be run directly from the Start menu (or desktop), depending on what the user chose.
As a developer you can configure the application so that it can be installed for out of browser use. Next to out of browser, the application can also run offline but only if your code works in such a way that this is allowed. By that I mean you can work with IsolatedStorage to save some information local and use network detection to check for a network. If your application relies on services or files that are online you can disable working in offline mode (but still enable out of browser).
While this feature has been blogged about with Silverlight 3 there are some notable differences with the Silverlight 3 RTW. First it's important to note the syntax for the application manifest has been changed. Silverlight 3 Beta breaking changes: while the Beta version used "<Deployment.ApplicationIdentity>" the RTW version now uses <Deployment.OutOfBrowserSettings>
<Deployment.OutOfBrowserSettings><OutOfBrowserSettings ShortName="OobDemo Application" EnableGPUAcceleration="False" ShowInstallMenuItem="True">
The good news is Visual Studio is now giving you an editor to configure the out-of-browser settings.
Choose Silverlight project properties > Check "Enable running applications out of the browser" and click the "Out-of-Browser settings" button.
You might notice Visual Studio will create a separate "OutOfBrowserSettings.xml" file to store the settings. The contents of this file get concatenated with the AppManifest.xml file upon build, which is of course logical. If you need to change any of the settings manually (like the ShowInstallMenuItem), you will need to do this in the OutOfBrowserSettings.xml. Adding these out of browser settings in the App manifest file will result in duplicates.
When I now run this demo application and right-click I have the option to install the Silverlight application. This is the default behavior. You can also hide the display of the Install option in the right-click menu and control this programmatically, for example by adding a button "Install".
When controlling the installation through your own interface you can use Application.Install to install the application out of browser, however this needs to be triggered by a user action. In the sample below I'm responding to a button click event:
private void Install_Click(object sender, RoutedEventArgs e)
if (Application.Current.InstallState == InstallState.NotInstalled)
Looking forward to seeing applications make use of this feature, there is one out just as Silverlight 3 is released: it's Sobees Silverlight Twitter client. Worth checking out (just right-click the app to install locally).
When you install an application, it restarts in out of browser mode. If a user installs an app then at some time in the future returns to the page with the embedded silverlight app is it possible to launch the OOB app?
The user will have to launch it through the shortcut on the system. However if your app also runs 'in-browser' then yes it can simply be accessed by via the web page.
You can have a look at what they do on the Silverlight Facebook sample app: www.silverlight.net/.../sfcquickinstall.aspx
Do it work with Silverlight4
I'm seeing some unexpected behavior with the icons in SL4.
I have an .ico file that I've converted to png to use in the application. It looks great inside the app, and I use the original .ico as the favicon.ico in the web project -- it too shows up great (I suppose that wasn't unexpected).
However, when I then choose the .png to be used as the OOB 32x32 'icon', and finally install the app on my machine ... the resulting shortcut's icon is horribly translucent and barely visible, completely unlike the .png in the app and the icon.
Even more frustrating is that when I check properties of the shortcut, and select change icon, it seems Silverlight has converted my png BACK to an icon. So why not allow me to select an icon in the OOB settings? (the icon never shows up in the selector...)


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Inna Shevchenko, leader of the feminist movement FEMEN France, appeared topless on a live program on Arab television channel Al Jazeera to protest "Medieval prejudices."
On the evening program The Stream, which addressed the relationship between feminism and Islam, the program host asked Shevchenko: "What is better for women: nudity or the paranja?" Shevchenko responded by taking off her T-shirt.
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The program host said images of naked women are unacceptable on Al Jazeera.
"FEMEN intends to use all media sites to promote liberation from religion and other medieval prejudices," FEMEN said in a statement.
FEMEN was established in Ukraine in 2008 and gained publicity thanks to protests that FEMEN activists have conducted in various countries.
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Due to changes at my office, I have the day at home. This is always dangerous because, I eat when I'm at home. I slump in my lazy boy when I'm at home. I enjoy my husband and my dogs and I'm very sedentary....at home.
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look overhead by ~christian-richter showcases a very unique angle captured whilst urban exploring, so unique it's almost mind boggling. ( Suggested by flouvl and Featured by Kaz-D )
I could be scared that toilet will fall on my head
face melter - this point of view is incredible, and the subject is mesmerizing in its decrepit, decaying state. wonderful capture!
This is so gorgeous <3
Sweet Man Love This Pic.
Spectacular! <3
This makes me feel dizzy. Amazing work.
wooah, powerful!
Great image. Took a minute to realise what I was looking at until I saw the toilet. Ways of seeing!
why dose it say malk on the floor?
it's from julian smith isn't.......
it's from julian smith isn't.......
Totally Amazing
This is a picture I will go back and look at often, because I can't figure out what is going on.
Amazing pictures!
Wow *.*
That is cool! Fantastic perspective.
It looks like you're looking through a wall, but, oops, no, you're looking up through the ceiling.
Totally gorgeous idea. (If not a gorgeous room. )
It looks like you're looking through a wall, but, oops, no, you're looking up through the ceiling.
Totally gorgeous idea. (If not a gorgeous room. )
Fallout in real life!
This is cool!
It took me a while to figure out what I was looking at. Only on looking at the bits of dangling... um... white stuff? did I figure out which way gravity was going and thereby which way was up.
*STANDING OVATOIN* BRAVO! BRAVO!! Thank You and congrats on the DD!
wow i had the hardest time establishing the point of view. And even when I did it still looks like it still looks like the wall is the ceiling, floor and wall all at the same time
Sensational work of art
Congratulations on your DD Feature
Congratulations on your DD Feature
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Fortunatelly, you're still alive - I guess. Seems to be dangerous.
you succeeded in reminding me im blonde (:
i turned my computer every direction before finally realizing the perspective. It's like a riddle ^^
Very nice (:
i turned my computer every direction before finally realizing the perspective. It's like a riddle ^^
Very nice (:
Just wow!I can't believe it's a true photo so it's amazing!
This is incredible. o.o I love the colours and the details, it has so much life to it. I love abandoned places so muuuch. The angle is indeed awesome too.
Congratulations !
I feel like I just fell down the rabbit hole, and I'm still waiting for the world to turn upside right again. What an ideal perspective. Thanks so much for taking this, it's beautiful, in it's own disastrous way. Congrats on the DD, you deserve it.
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Great and surprising!
of course i gonna folow you!
it's mazing!
it's mazing!
You sure that's not Chell's room?
This is beautiful!
Mind boggling.
Wow, amazing!! Really makes you turn your head
a nice surreal effect just kicked in
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I think the prob. is that people think that it is mandatory to give a gift. Perhaps it's more important that the bride and groom get to see their friends & family who make them laugh, over receiving a gift. At least, this is what is more important to me.
Brides and grooms should definitely remember their wedding attendants with some sort of thoughtful thank you gift. It's true. The bridesmaids and groomsmen can spend a pretty penny with their dresses, tuxedos, shoes, makeup, grooming products, hotels, events, etc. Engraved bridesmaids and groomsmen gifts can be purchased for as little as $20 each as a special thank you to these special friends and family that participate in your wedding. Affordable personalized gifts at http://www.GuntherGifts.com.
"Getting an invitation to a wedding does carry with it an obligation to get a gift," says Anna Post of the Emily Post Institute.
I'm sorry, but I think this assumption has become totally out of line. Too many brides and grooms are gift-fishing these days, sending invitations to vague acquaintances who live far away from the event (past co-workers with whom they were not close, for example) knowing that they will not come, but hoping that they will send a gift.
Shouldn't the presence of a loved one celebrating your special day be enough of a gift? And if I'm not a loved one, why invite me when, realistically, you won't spend any time with me - you'll barely stop by the table and say "hello"... I don't want to buy another $100 cutting board...
Group gifting is a great way to be able to give a gift while still respecting your budget. No one should feel obligated to spend more money than they are comfortable spending no matter what traditional rules apply. There are many websites online that facilitate group purchases. One is http://www.fromgroup.com
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Cleo Damien hung up the last of the freshly polished bridles and stood admiring her handy work. She couldn't quite figure out if she loved the horses more than the hardware or vice-versa. One thing was certain, there was nothing like the smell of new hay and familiar horses in a new stable. At least the mornings in small town Virginia were pleasing. She stretched luxuriantly and made a haphazard attempt to brush the dust out of her dark curls.
A horse whinnied from one of the stalls. With a grin, Cleo strolled down to greet the beautiful bay, which snuggled her hand. There had to be a treat in there somewhere.
"You're a pig!" Cleo teased as she retrieved a slice of apple from her shirt pocket. "And no more until you've had a workout." The horse didn't seem to mind as long as he got his apple.
She planted a light kiss in his nose and strolled out of the stables into the brilliant sunlight of the summer morning.
Cleo shielded her eyes as she looked across the property she had just acquired. Well, it was different. Definitely not the European countryside she was accustomed to, but it was beautiful. There was a simplicity that permeated the distant woods and the meadow. Dragonflies were already busy with morning chores. Somewhere a crow bellowed a brash invitation to whoever was up and about.
"Cleo?" The call came from behind her and she turned toward the house to see Diana walking toward her. Now there was a vision. Cleo smiled. Any place was bearable as long as there was Diana.
"Here you are!"
"I didn't realize I was missing," Cleo quipped as she laced an arm around Diana's waist, pulled her close and gentlykissed her lips.
"Don't be a smart-ass," Diana grinned as she let herself be greeted by her lover. Cleo loved the way she pronounced certain words with her French accent. Swear words were particularly ... stimulating.
"You have finished in the stables then?" Diana shielded her eyes just as Cleo had as she peered off into the distance.
"Pretty much. I need to go into town. Run a few errands. Pick up some supplies," Cleo answered.
"Yes. Fritz has a list for you a mile long. Things he needs for dinner."
"So we can't forget the list then."
Diana stepped away from her. Cleo was reluctant to let her go but content to watch her spin around like a top, arms outstretched, in the early morning breeze.
"Oh, Cleo! It is so beautiful here! And think of the painting I can do! So many new subjects for my eye to see!"
"I thought I was your best subject," Cleo pouted playfully.
"You do very nicely when there is only fruit to paint," Diana explained with a delighted laugh.
"You wound me to the quick, my love," Cleo smiled with a fist over her heart.
"I am teasing you. You will always be my favorite subject. But do you not feel the excitement of being in a new place? Almost a new life?"
"Was the old one so bad?"
Diana thought a minute before she answered.
"No. It was not bad at all. But there was just so much. So much work. So much people. So much everything. I do not wish to lose you here. And you have said it yourself that you can work from any place. Did you not say this?"
"Yes. I said this." Cleo knelt and plucked a dew-drenched buttercup and presented it to Diana. "If you think you will be happy here, Diana. Then here is where we will be."
"Yes! And there will be neighbors and dances and county fairs and long evening strolls down the lane--"
"Yes. Let us hope the neighbors won't be strolling down the lane to come lynch us," Cleo muttered darkly. She immediately regretted her comment when she saw the disappointment in Diana's eyes. 'We've just come to another place, love, not another planet. You desire an ideal that I'm afraid I can't give you, but it is yours to desire nonetheless."
"What do you mean, Cleo?"
"I mean I don't want you to be hurt when people are cruel. You know how it is. Remember Boston?"
"Boston is a terrible, horrible place."
"All places have that potential," Cleo took Diana's hand and kissed it. "Just let's take our time and let people get to know us. Perhaps the social circles in Silver River will not be as ... harrowing as those in Boston. Okay?"
Diana took a deep breath and nodded.
"Good. Now what's for breakfast? I'm famished!"
Hand-in-hand the two women headed for the back entrance of the mansion and into one of their housekeeper's most eloquent breakfasts.
Nathan Everett Anzalone sighed impatiently and then flopped down on the top step of the massive front porch. His white cotton short-sleeved shirt was stiff with starch and rubbed his neck where his bowtie pushed against his throat. He irritably pulled at it with one finger and then clapped his hands together, clasping them before him while resting his elbows on his thighs as though he were about to expound on some great philosophical point.
In the next moment, he heard the smooth purr of an engine and the shiny black limousine slowly made its way around to the front of the estate. It crunched gravel in the circular driveway like a monster eating crackers.
Nathan stood up and brushed off the back of his shorts. His mother still made him wear a sweater vest, even though it was going to be another scorcher and he wasn't going to do anything but play and rough-house and get dirty. Nathan had to laugh at her reasoning. She knew he didn't play. She also knew that he didn't get dirty.
The immense front doors of the Anzalone estate opened and Harvard Davidson, the Anzalone butler, stepped out and stood immediately at attention to await the passage of Jonathan Anzalone. The master of Anzalone accepted his hat and briefcase from the butler without even a smile at the old black gentleman. None was expected. Harvard's history at Anzalone was as inevitable as Nathan's.
Ophelia Wellington Anzalone stood beside Harvard and waited for her perfunctory kiss from her departing husband. Nathan wondered at the ceremony. Every morning since he could remember, this was the procedure. Everyone in the household, with the exception of Iris, the cook, turned out to wish his father a good day at the office. Hamilton, the chauffeur, waited by the open door of the limousine. Nathan silently and quickly followed his father down the steps and slid into the cool leather of the car seats.
Factory air flowed quietly through the hidden vents to the back of the limousine. Nathan caught an eye and a wink from Hamilton in the rear view mirror.
Hamilton was a Davidson. Nathan wondered how the younger Davidson felt about seeing his father still butlering for a white family. He'd heard them fighting about it often, when they thought they were alone. Nathan had read in some of the books in the library about the Black's struggle for civil rights. But was that going on in other places? Was Hamilton content to drive and drive his life away? Nathan didn't think so. Anzalone was Harvard's life. Not Hamilton's.
Jonathan Anzalone studied his son in silence. The boy was his mother's child, without question. Ophelia's thick black hair and blue eyes. Handsome featured with a strong chin, which Jonathan attributed to his genes. The boy had the look of an aristocrat, but alas, none of the skills.
Nathan had no interests. At least, none that mattered to Jonathan. The boy didn't like sports. He didn't like girls. He was a bookworm. A weakling. How could such a powerful man have such a weak son? Jonathan sighed. He loved the boy. In his way. He was young. Maybe Nathan would come out of his shell. One of these days.
"So what are your plans for the day, Nathan?" Jonathan decided to try once again, to have a conversation with his son. Somehow, it seemed they never had anything to say to each other most of the time, so he didn't even bother trying.
"Nothing special," was Nathan's barely audible reply. He hated it when his father tried to act interested. His father always talked about Tommy Hutchinson. Tommy this. Tommy that. Although everything said about Tommy was true, that was beside the point. He was Jonathan Anzalone's son. Not Tommy.
"I understand Tommy Hutchinson's team has been invited to play against Mayeville next week," Jonathan announced.
Nathan wondered how his father knew about the game. This was the first Nathan himself had heard about it. Anyway, it wasn't Tommy's team. It was the Silver River Junior team.
"Yeah. I heard that, too," Nathan lied.
"Why don't you see if you can get on the team this time. It'll be fun for you. You might enjoy it."
Jonathan Anzalone's weak smile faded when he saw the dejected look on his son's face. Even the boy knew it was a foolish thing to say.
Without another word, Jonathan Anzalone turned his attention to the passing greenery. Oh well, he thought. He was just trying to make conversation.
Nathan caught Hamilton's eye in the rear-view mirror again. And the wink. This time, Nathan couldn't smile back.
The Damien Estate was a whirlwind of moving people, boxes and furniture. Cleo listened to the madness from her study, her retreat, as Diana took on the role of commander and chief in the organization of their home. Not that Cleo minded. She was no good at such things and had no interest in it with the exception of the placement of a few of her own personal treasures. The women's tastes were similar and Cleo was grateful for that. Thankfully, Diana had seen to it that Cleo's study was the most complete room in the entire estate and she wasn't really sure if such efficiency was just that, or Diana's plan to keep Cleo out of the way.
Diana breezed in, winded and paused to watch Cleo at the study window. Cleo looked up and with a grin, slowly shook her head.
"Spying on the neighbors already?" Diana quipped. She held two delicate bud vases in her hands. Quite a contrast to the jeans and over sized denim shirt she was wearing. Loose strands of feathery blond hair fell across her face and she attempted to blow them out of her eyes as she watched Cleo.
"Not really. But there is something interesting going on over there." She nodded in the direction of the Anzalone place. "There is a little boy who's been sitting on that porch for the better part of forty-five minutes. He's just sitting there."
Diana laughed. "Maybe he is just watching you watch him."
"Ah! But he can't see me. I mean, shouldn't little boys be out and about on a summer morning like this? Actually, he's dressed like Alfalfa in a Little Rascals episode. Who dresses their child like that anymore? And his face is so sad."
"Why don't you go over and introduce yourself? I'm sure he would like that." Diana offered with another puff at a disorderly strand.
"No. Well maybe eventually." She smiled briefly at Diana and then turned her attention back to the window. "I mean, he should be running around with a baseball or something or going fishing."
"We didn't move into a Norman Rockwell painting, darling. Perhaps he is doing what he does in his world. I'm off to the study. Fritz is in giving the moving people a hard time about the kitchen. I need to go referee. Later!" Diana was off.
Cleo murmured something under her breath and started to get to work on organizing her files, but something drew her back to the boy who sat in solitude across the manicured lawns and shrubs.
"I wonder what your story is, young man?" she said to herself and finally tore herself away to attend to her work.


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NIT – National Invitation Tournament Ticket Information
Often referred to as simply the "NIT," the National Invitation Tournament's establishment in 1938 makes it the oldest college basketball tournament in the country, having been launched one year prior to the start of the NCAA Tournament. The annual postseason NIT features a field of 32 teams that have accepted bids from the year's selection committee, and play extends for three rounds at campus sites before moving to New York's Madison Square Garden for the semifinals and championship in early April. NIT champions over the years include schools like Baylor, Stanford, Ohio State, Michigan, and UCLA, among many others.
Regardless of site, you'll be able to follow your school's journey throughout the postseason with the help of the Vivid Seats marketplace. NIT tickets will be added to this page as they become available for the given year's round of postseason competition. Upon finding your desired listing, click the corresponding red "Tickets" button to reveal what's available for the matchup on the following page. A seating chart for the respective host venue will be on display alongside the NIT tickets broken down by price. Feel free to adjust the list according to preference – filters typically allow for tickets to be sorted by section, row, quantity, or price (set a range, high/low, low/high). When ready to purchase, hit "Buy" and log in on the next page with a valid email address. You can follow the remaining prompts for checkout, or call us at any time to order over the phone. We can be reached at 866.848.8499, as well as through Live Chat should any questions arise while shopping.


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If you saw this "shabby shack" on the market, would you have the vision to turn it into a bright and happy beach house for your family? I'm not sure I would, but real estate agent Lisa Marie Brooks did: "This house actually had a lot of pros–a pitched roof and a sunroom with lots of windows, plus great big oak trees all around." She and her husband Scott put a lot of work into fixing it up, and here's how it looks now…
They bought the house in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, in a short sale for $270,000—a steal considering the original asking price was close to a million. They spent a year and $120,000 on its remodel.
Here's an interior photo they took of the main living area when they bought it:
It only had plywood on the floors then. And here it is now, after adding hardwoods and replacing the wood-burning stove with a fireplace, among other things:
The doors in the dining area lead to the wraparound deck where the family likes to eat breakfast most mornings:
The kitchen was kind of a wreck before:
They reworked and reconfigured it, adding maple cabinets and marble countertops:
Together the Brookses have built or renovated 25 houses, mostly for resale. They love this one, though, and plan to stay put: "No chance we're selling this one anytime soon."
The house was featured in HGTV Magazine, so check it out for more photos and information (article by Laura Fenton; photos by Alexandra Rowley). Then come back tomorrow for Day 4 of "Before & After Week!"
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