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For his debut at Blaffer Art Museum, the artist's first solo museum exhibition, Coolquitt will recombine 60 discrete sculptures and tableaux made between 2006 and 2011 into a site-specific installation which, in its singularity and temporariness, reflects on the condition of the gallery space as a codified place of encounter for people and works of art. The exhibition will also include pieces that occupy a hybrid position between autonomous artworks by Coolquitt and what the artist calls somebody-mades and in-betweens. Somebody-mades are assemblages of objects that are presented just as the artist found them in the streets, while in-betweens combine such found assemblages with interventions of his own. Presented alongside and interspersed with his own work, these elements serve to further complicate the relationship between the contexts of creation and reception, artist and audience, and blur the boundaries between art and life.
The exhibition will be accompanied by a fully-illustrated monograph co-published by Blaffer Art Museum and University of Texas Press with contributions by Rachel Hooper, Dan Fox, Matthew Higgs, and Jan Tumlir.
The moment where a relationship sparks is at the heart of Andy Coolquitt's project, and the artist is invested in its often-foolish idealism. For Coolquitt, our success in attaining the ideal community and perfect communication is not as interesting as where and why we fail along the way. The distance between persons—the gaps, gaffes, and miscommunications—is where autonomy and community are held in balance, forming fertile ground for his artistic experimentation. Former Blaffer associate curator, Rachel Hooper will discuss her work with Coolquitt over the last four years and the gaps that resulted from the process, namely the works that inspired her that did not make it into the exhibition. Perhaps what is missing says as much as what is here.
NOTE: the title is not a misspelling, it is the title of my essay based on one of the works that will be in the exhibition.
For more information, visit: http://www.blafferartmuseum.org/event/curators-talk-rachel-hooper/


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Manchester United's dream of going through to the semifinals lasted just 70 seconds after Patrice Evra's wonder strike found the net in the second half.
The English visitors went up 2-1 on aggregate and had a crucial away goal.
But Mario Mandzukic found the net on the other end moments later, and it was Evra that was probably the culpable party.
Still on a 2-2 aggregate scoreline, the match was heading to penalties. But Thomas Muller derailed that possibility in the 68th minute to Bayern up 2-1 on the night.
There was still hope for the English, though, as a goal would give them the advantage with away goals.
On a counterattack, Danny Welbeck found Wayne Rooney all alone inside the box, but the England forward badly scuffed the clear-cut chance visibly inhibited by his toe injury sustained in the first leg.
Bayern, the holders of the Champions League trophy, should not be allowed such let offs if they're to be defeated. Sure enough, Arjen Robben applied the killer goal in the 76th minute moving the score to 3-1 and 4-2 on aggregate.
That's how it would finish and Manchester United exit the Champions League with nothing left to play for except the Europa League by finishing high enough in the Premier League.

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Harper Woods
Harper Woods mayor, council seats on ballot
Posted October 22, 2013
In the Advertiser Times coverage area, voters will cast ballots for mayor, three full-term City Council seats and a partial term on the council. Candidates were asked, in 150 words or fewer, to state the top items they would wish to accomplish if elected and how they would go about accomplishing them. If a candidate went over the word limit, ( … ) replaced the rest of the answer. (I) indicates the candidate is an incumbent. The answers are printed verbatim.
Harper Woods Mayor
One candidate is running for a four-year term.
Kenneth Alan Poynter (I)
Age: 71
Occupation: Public school educator and coach (recently retired after 45 years)
Municipality of residence: Harper Woods
For how long: Part of community for entire life
Education: Harper Woods High School graduate; Valparaiso University (B.A.); Purdue University (M.S.); Wayne State University (Education Specialist)
Previously held elected offices: Harper Woods Mayor 1997-present; Harper Woods School Board 1982-1997
Top goals: 1) Multi-year budgeting must become a priority enabling Harper Woods to better plan its future.
2) Harper Woods must remain a safe, clean, secure city and a great place to live.
3) Excellent city services must be maintained.
Through goal-setting, a systematic approach can be adopted for addressing community needs. The mayor, city council, and citizens must work together as a team. Careful monitoring of a multi-year budget and always thinking in terms of what is best for the entire city are essential. City government must always be cost-effective, pro-active, and responsive to citizen needs. Innovation, creativity, and developing new models of delivery are essential to keeping Harper Woods a strong, safe, clean, secure community. It is critical that citizens become involved and take an active, positive role in the city's future. I am committed to Harper Woods for the rest of my life.
Harper Woods City Council
Four candidates are running for three four-year terms.
Tom Jenny
Age: 44
Occupation: Crew Chief, with the city of Grosse Pointe Woods
Municipality of residence: City of Harper Woods
For how long: Over 15 years
Education: High School Diploma and some College Credits
Previously held elected offices: This will be my first Publicly Elected Office
Top goals: I am looking forward to being a Harper Woods Council Member, I feel that Harper Woods has to continue to move forward as a whole, united community, I would like to help to create more family friendly events allowing us to come together more often. Running Harper Woods with a Public Safety will help to cut costs as having crossed trained professionals only makes since. I feel it is important to maintain a well run and up to date infrastructure, keeping the lines of communication open between Council, administration and employees. Public Service has to keep providing our residents the services they deserve. As a City Employee, myself for over 25 years, in a neighboring community, I have a perspective of seeing both the 'ins and outs' of a municipality, how it is run, and what it takes to keep both the employees and residents happy.
Valerie Kindle (I)
Age: Not provided.
Occupation: Retired
Municipality of residence: Harper Woods
For how long: Over 11 years
Education: Wayne State University School of Labor, Presently attending WCCC University Center.
Previously held elected offices: Precinct Delegate for Detroit and Harper Woods.
Top goals: One of the things I would like to accomplish is to provide an avenue for teen employment for youths in our Community. Another would be to continue to work with our City Manager to maintain City services and Public Safety for everyone. Thirdly but not least on my list would be to maintain the beauty and peace that I fell in love with when I moved to this Community. I believe that all of these can be accomplished by working together with Residents, other Elected Officials and Government Agencies.
Hugh R. Marshall (I)
Age: 52
Occupation: Practicing lawyer for over 20 years in the areas of protecting abused and neglected children, vulnerable and developmentally disabled adults, mental health and estate planning.
Municipality of residence: Harper Woods
For how long: 21 years
Education: Bachelor of Public Relations, Mt. St. Vincent University 1986, Baccalaureate of Laws, University of Windsor 1989, Juris Doctor, University of Detroit, 1990.
Previously held elected offices: First elected to City Council in 1997.
Top goals: (1) balancing the budget with reduced property taxes and State revenue sharing while continuing to provide excellent City Services; (2) maintaining rapid response by Public Safety; (3) re-allocating resources to ensure a maximum visible Police presence to combat crime and to send a strong message to would be criminals that Harper Woods has a zero tolerance for crime and will aggressively investigate and prosecute offenders. In so doing, the only focus is the protection of our law abiding residents.
Vivian M. Sawicki (I)
Age: 56
Occupation: High School Teacher
Municipality of residence: Harper Woods
For how long: 26 years
Education: BA cum laude Univ. of Detroit; 20+ post grad hours Wayne State University.
Previously held elected offices: Harper Woods City Council person
Top goals: The absolutely most important work that the council must take up is stabilizing our budget. It will be vital to the future of the city to make certain we cut our healthcare and pension costs while still providing a safety net to our hard-working ,employees and retirees.
Another very important thing that must be accomplished is maintaining our community's excellent services. Our residents have come to depend upon our police, fire, ambulance, and d.p.w. services. Our services are the backbone of this community, and I am committed to keeping them. Finally, providing opportunities for Harper Woods residents to enjoy our parks, our recreation offerings, and all the things that make Harper Woods special is important.
Harper Woods City Council
One candidate is running for one partial term ending Nov. 9, 2015.
Daniel S. Palmer (I)
Age: 49
Occupation: Attorney
Municipality of residence: Harper Woods
For how long: 16 years
Education: Bachelors Degree – University of Michigan; Law Degree – Wayne State University
Previously held elected offices: 12 years – Harper Woods City Council
Top goals: I am running for re-election for Harper Woods City Council to continue to help the city navigate through serious financial challenges, while continuing to offer excellent city services and a great living environment. I have been a strong supporter of the public safety model as a way to most efficiently utilize resources to fight crime and keep our citizens safe.
I also support the strengthening of our city code of ordinances, and their sensible and consistent enforcement. Residents know that we all need to do our part to contribute to making Harper Woods an enjoyable place to live. The city must continue to assist in this effort by passing and enforcing laws that are helpful in this effort.
Finally, I want to continue the city's efforts to spread the word about the many advantages our city has to offer, both in the quality of life it offers, and its strategic location.
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Supergirl TV Series Statue
It's a bird, it's a plane, it's Superman? No, it's Supergirl! This Supergirl TV Series Statue features the likeness of actress Melissa Benoist and stands about 12 1/2-inches tall. Sculpted by Adam Ross, this is one statue no Supergirl fan will want to miss out on!
Superman Lois Lane Rescue Fleischer Statue
Inspired by Fleischer Studio's animated shorts of the 1940s, this Superman Lois Lane Rescue Fleischer Statue captures a tender moment between Superman and Lois Lane.
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Cover date: July 2012
"The Curse of Superman"
Writer: Grant Morrison
Penciller: Gene Ha
Inker: Gene Ha
"Executive Power"
Writer: Sholly Fisch
Penciller: Cully Hamner
Inker: Cully Hamner
Reviewed by: Michael Bailey
After defeating Lex Luthor the Superman of Earth-23, in reality President Calvin Ellis, investigates Luthor's hideout and finds a strange machine. Suddenly a portal opens and the Lois Lane, Clark Kent and Jimmy Olsen from an alternate Earth step out. Clark and Jimmy are in a bad way leaving Lois to explain that they come from an Earth where the three of them created a machine that could bring their imaginations to life. They created a being known as Superman but needed funding to keep the machine running so they sold the idea to a corporation. That corporation used the machine to create a Superman that would appeal to the public but that Superman soon turned evil. Lois, Jimmy and Clark ran across worlds, but the evil Superman followed them and destroyed the various "Supermen" of those Earths. Not surprisingly the evil Superman appears on Earth-23 and engages Calvin in battle. With the help of Lex Luthor Calvin is able to trap the evil Superman. Afterwards the Justice League arrives and investigates Luthor's machine. Lois introduces herself to Calvin and states that he must be Superman done right.
Story - 2: I have to admit that part of me was intrigued by the idea that Morrison was going to spend an issue on an alternate Earth. It seemed like an interesting idea. After I thought about it for awhile the intrigue was replaced by mild annoyance, mainly because as much as I have enjoyed what this title has had to offer ACTION COMICS has not felt focused as a title. Morrison took eight issues to set up the new Superman which would have been fine if he didn't take a two issue side trip in the middle of it that had very little to do with the main story. Everything was wrapped up last month and instead of heading to the next big adventure we are given yet another side story. Call me crazy but I want some consistency in the comics I read and the way this title is going it seems like we're going to be all over the place on a regular basis.
Taking that bit of baggage out of the equation and I still didn't care for the story all that much. While there were elements that I liked "The Curse of Superman" didn't do a whole lot for me. As I have mentioned in the past I prefer more straight ahead superhero stories and this one was anything but straight ahead. The plot itself was; evil version of Superman chases Lois, Jimmy and Clark through the multiverse and ends up on Earth-23, home of the Calvin Ellis Superman. The particulars had the kind of Morrison weirdness that I just don't care for. Clark, Lois and Jimmy created a thought machine that produced a Superman but they couldn't afford to keep the machine up so they sold the idea to a corporate entity which turned the idea of Superman into an evil one.
That's a little much for me.
Once the evil Superman's origin was revealed something started eating at me. I couldn't quite place what it was but that nagging feeling kept growing and growing and my enjoyment of the issue kept falling and falling. Then it hit me; the theme of this story is that a big, corporate entity will take the dreams of the artist and turn them into something evil and twisted. Clark, Lois and Jimmy created this pure idea of what Superman is and the corporation they sold it to turned it dark and edgy. I know I am going out on a limb here and maybe I'm putting my perceptions of the story into what Morrison was actually trying to say but I don't think it is unreasonable to believe that Morrison was making a statement on how DC Comics twisted the creation of Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster.
Go with me for a minute; Jerry and Joe created Superman in the mid-thirties and try to sell it but it doesn't go well. Finally the idea is bought by DC for $138 and their creation is taken away and becomes a pop culture icon that the corporation exploits for financial gain but the creators got the raw end of the deal.
I'm not usually the type to read something into a story but this seems a little obvious.
If I'm wrong then I'm wrong. If I am right Morrison is using the comic to make a statement about what happened to Jerry and Joe or even about Superman as a character, which strikes me as a little disingenuous. Morrison may be a creator and a freelancer, but the money he makes comes from that evil corporation he was making a statement about.
Then again I could be wrong. Whatever the case once I saw that in the story the whole thing fell apart for me. There were elements that I still liked, such as Calvin Ellis' name and origin but between the theme of the story and the fact that this is yet another trip away from the character I actually want to read about my enjoyment of this issue just fell through. To me this is the first real clunker of the new era.
Art - 4: While Gene Ha does not have a style that I particularly care for I can still see where the art in this story is good. More importantly it fits the type of story Morrison was telling and to me that makes a real difference. I liked the design of the Earth Morrison created and it was neat to see the different versions of the classic DC characters. I have little to no complaints when it comes to the art.
"Executive Power"
President Calvin Ellis calls the President-For-Life of Quarac and informs him that the dictator's nuclear program has been completely dismantled and that sanctions are in place in case Harrat believes he can restart the program. Ellis, in reality Superman, destroyed the various facilities with the help of Nubia, the Wonder Woman of Earth-23. After issuing the threat Ellis extends an offer to become part of Ellis' Alliance of Nations much to Nubia's surprise. When the conversation is over Nubia and Calvin talk about what they just did and Nubia points out that as Superman Ellis is powerful but as President he may be even more powerful. She asks a simple question; what happens when the people no longer support what Ellis believes is the right thing to do?
Story - 3: This story was well written and I enjoyed it for the most part. What I didn't care for was the political subtext. Sometimes a writer can slip it in subtly but with this story it is in your face the entire time. Having said that the final question Nubia asked made the story worthwhile because it does call into question what Calvin had done. Without that final question the story is preachy. With it the story becomes a conversation starter. So while I didn't like that the political stuff was there I did like what Sholly did with it.
Art - 4: I am a big fan of Cully Hamner, so it was nice to see his name in the credits. Cully didn't disappoint either. The storytelling was very clear and I liked how you could see President-For-Life Harrat's expression go from supreme confidence to defeat over the course of the conversation. I dig seeing that sort of thing in comic book art. More than anything the art fit the story, which means this issue is 2 for 2 when it comes to the artwork.
Cover Art - 4: I have no issues with this cover. It has the iconic shirt rip with an alternate Superman. I love that sort of thing and the color effects were really well done.
Variant Cover Art - 4: This cover is fine if not a little stiff. The character looks good, though, so I can't criticize it too much.
Variant Cover Art - 3 (Black and White): This cover was a surprise because normally I prefer the black and white variant. This time, however, I can't say that. The art on this cover looks like it was designed to have all of the coloring effects put in that were on the main cover, so it doesn't have the life that the previous black and white covers had. Still, the art is neat and the shirt rip is iconic so again I can't complain too much.
January 2012
Check out the Comic Index Lists for the complete list of Superman-related comics published in 2012.


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Mei-Ann Chen, the first woman to win the Malko International Conductors Competition (2005), will lead as guest conductor in Pacific Symphony's upcoming piano concerto—"Rachmaninoff's Second"— Thursday through Saturday, Dec. 9-11, at 8 p.m., in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.
"Rachmaninoff's Second" will be performed by Kirill Gerstein, who was named the sixth recipient of the 2010 Gilmore Artist Award—a prestigious award described by The New York Times as "music's answer to the MacArthur Foundation 'genius' grants." The award is only given every four years to a pianist of exceptional ability and profound musicianship. As the Boston Globe stated, the Russian-born pianist is "on the fast track to a major career, and he deserves to be."
"Rachmaninoff's Second" takes place Thursday through Saturday, Dec. 9-11, at 8 p.m., in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. A preview talk with Alan Chapman begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25-$105; for more information or to purchase tickets, call (714) 755-5799 or visit www.PacificSymphony.org
Born in Taiwan, guest conductor Chen has lived in the United States since 1989 and recently concluded a highly successful tenure as assistant conductor of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. She currently is serving a one-year appointment as assistant conductor and League of American Orchestras conducting fellow of the Baltimore Symphony. Her guest conducting engagements take her worldwide. Awarded the 2007 Taki Concordia Fellowship, Chen has appeared jointly with Marin Alsop and Stefan Sanderling in highly acclaimed subscription concerts with the Baltimore Symphony, Colorado Symphony and Florida Orchestra.
In 2002, Chen was unanimously selected as music director of the Portland Youth Philharmonic in Oregon. During her five-year tenure with the orchestra, she led its sold-out debut in Carnegie Hall and received an ASCAP award for innovative programming. She was honored with a Sunburst Award from Young Audiences for her contribution to music education.She holds a doctor of musical arts degree in conducting from the University of Michigan and was the first student in New England Conservatory's history to receive double master's degrees simultaneously in violin and conducting.
Pacific Symphony's Classical series performances are made possible by the Hal and Jeanette Segerstrom Family Foundation, with additional support from the Symphony's official airline, American Airlines; official hotel, The Westin South Coast Plaza, official classical music station, KUSC; and official television station, KOCE-TV.


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"Like rain, he touched all of us equally." – Geeta Iyengar, daughter of BKS Iyengar
Yoga students will gather across the United States Tuesday evening, Aug. 26, to perform a community dedication to honor BKS Iyengar, the yoga master who died Aug. 20, in Pune, India, at the age of 95.
At the Iyengar Yoga Institute of Los Angeles, Lisa Walford will lead students in the series of poses, which gives particular emphasis to tadasana, mountain pose.
Across the continent, thousands will gather at 5:30 p.m. Pacific time, 6:30 p.m. Mountain time, 7:30 p.m. Central time and 8:30 p.m. Eastern time.
The series will begin and end with three minutes of tadasana, also called sama shtiti, steady posture.
The commemoration, planned by the U.S. Iyengar association, will proceed in this fashion, giving full consideration to the time spent in tadasana, with other times varying according to practitioners:
–Tadasana, mountain pose – 3 minutes
–Uttanasana, intense stretch pose
–Adho mukha svanasana, downward facing dog pose
–Utthitha trikonasana, extended triangle, to the right and to the left
–Adho mukha svanasana
–Tadasana – 3 minutes
–Five minutes seated quietly.
The U.S. association asks that practitioners "hold Guruji in your hearts as you do this."
Students are asked to give full attention to mountain pose, because, as cricket player Sachin Tendulkar recalls, Mr. Iyengar said: "It is essential to master the art of standing correctly. . . .When truly in tadasana, one feels light in body and the mind acquires agility."
At the Los Angeles institute, students should arrive by 5:15 p.m. The celebration will run until 6 p.m. Light refreshments will be shared after the dedication.
Other group dedications are being set up across Southern California, from the Orange studio of Denise Thibault to the Riverside studio of Elizabeth Cohen and Mike Iasparro.
Individual dedications will occur both as solitary endeavors, as well as with fellow practitioners.
Erin Beardemphl of Riverside plans to practice the dedication with her two daughters, ages 5 and 3, who will never know BKS Iyengar, but will know his legacy from her studies of his art.
For more information: About the gathering in Orange, contact Denise by e-mail, email@example.com


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Sept. 9, 2011
New York - Following a straight-set victory in the semifinals, former UCLA men's tennis player Marcin Matkowski and his partner Mariusz Fyrstenberg earned a spot in the men's doubles final at the 2011 U.S. Open Championships on Friday at the Billie Jean King USTA National Tennis Center.
The sixth-seeded Polish duo advanced to the final with a 6-2, 7-6(4) victory over fifth-seeded Rohan Bopanna (IND) and Aisam-Ul-Haq Quereshi (PAK). Awaiting Matkowski and Fyrstenberg in the finals is ninth-seeded Jurgen Melzer (AUT) and Philipp Petzschner(GER), who downed Italy's Simone Bolelli and Fabio Fognini on Friday. The doubles final is scheduled for Saturday evening and will follow the Carolina Wozniacki-Serena Williams women's semifinal, which begins at 7:00 p.m. (EST).
It marks the first Grand Slam doubles final for Matkowski, who played at UCLA from 2001-03. He is looking to become the first Bruin player to win a Grand Slam title since Mark Knowles captured the mixed doubles title at Wimbledon in 2009. Knowles is also UCLA's last U.S. Open winner, taking home that title in 2004 with partner Daniel Nestor.
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Birthplace: Columbus, Ohio
Member Since: 2007
Ora Jones received a Joseph Jefferson nomination for her role in The Violet Hour at Steppenwolf. Other Steppenwolf credits include The Wheel, Three Sisters, Morning Star, The Unmentionables, The Crucible and Carter's Way. In addition to appearances at Goodman Theatre (Proof, Boy Gets Girl, The Beard of Avon) Chicago Shakespeare Theater (Henry VIII, Sunday in the Park with George, The Madness of George III, Romeo and Juliet, Twelfth Night, A Flea in Her Ear, The Merry Wives of Windsor and Court Theatre (My Fair Lady, The Misanthrope), she received an After Dark award for her role of Stage Manager in Our Town for Writers' Theatre. Film and television credits include Chicago Fire, Were the World Mine, Stranger Than Fiction, The Weatherman and Hellcab. Ms. Jones is a member of Actors Equity Association, and a Steppenwolf Theatre Company ensemble member since 2007.
Behind the Scenes of The Unmentionables
The Unmentionables in Production
The Crucible in Production
Carter's Way in Rehearsal
Carter's Way in Production
A Day in the Life of Steppenwolf Theatre Company
Dream Chicago
The Brother/Sister Plays in Rehearsal
In the Red and Brown Water in Production
The Brothers Size/Marcus; Or the Secret of Sweet in Production
Behind the Scenes at The Brother/Sister Plays B-Roll Shoot
The Brother/Sister Plays on Storytelling
A Select Scene from The Brother/Sister Plays: Scene 1
A Select Scene from The Brother/Sister Plays: Scene 4
Anna D. Shapiro Directs THREE SISTERS
Middletown in Rehearsal
Middletown in Production
Middletown Audience Response
In the Middle of Middletown
Three Sisters in Rehearsal
Three Sisters in Production
THREE SISTERS Audience Response
Mainstage Debuts in THREE SISTERS
2013/14 Season: THE WHEEL
The Wheel in Rehearsal
Joan Allen - THE WHEEL
THE WHEEL in Production
Inside THE WHEEL
Were the World Mine, Losing Isaiah, Save the Last Dance, Uncle Nino, The Trouble with Dee Dee, The Weather Man, Stranger Than Fiction, Kubuku Rides (This Is It)
Chicago Shakespeare Theatre: A Flea in Her Ear; Goodman Theatre: Seeking the Genesis; Writers' Theatre: Our Town; About Face: Execution of Justice; Chicago Children's Theatre: A Year With Frog and Toad; Court Theater, Rivendell Theater, Victory Gardens
Chicago Cab, Early Edition, Prison Break
After Dark Award (Our Town); Black Theater Alliance Award (Seeking the Genesis)
Hover on an ensemble member to view their collaborations with Ora Jones.


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VIDEO: Kittens follow feather want in adorable video
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Watch the video above to see an endearing shot of a group of kittens following a feather wand.
Not only do they follow it like any self-respecting cat would, but they are completely in sync with one another.
It seems, though, like the kitten on the left is getting a little too excited, but it doesn't look like the kitten next to him minds being a foot rest.


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NWAM Phase 1 SMF restarter work
By user12820842 on Oct 18, 2007
We've been working on refreshing the Phase 1 design for NWAM (see here) in the light of what we've learnt during implementation so far. I was tasked with reworking nwamd (1M) to become an SMF delegated restarter, and have tried to describe the design here. As the name suggests, a delegated restarter's job is to take over many of the duties that the master SMF restarter, svc.startd, carries out in managing child instances. In our case, these child instances are Network Configuration Units (NCUs) representing network links and IP interfaces, environments or locations (which specify which name service to use, etc) and External Network Modifiers (which are external-to-NWAM entities that carry out network configuration, such as a VPN client). The reason a delegated restarter is required is that these entitities don't really fit into the standard start/stop/refresh service model - for example a link needs to respond to events such as a WiFi connection dropping, an IP interface needs to respond to events such as acquiring an IP address through DHCP etc. Since it's nwamd's job to monitor for such events, making it a delegated restarter makes sense - it can then handle such events and run appropriate methods and transition the relevant services through appropriate states.
A delegated restarter has to handle events from the master restarter, svc.startd, and these include:
- Notification from svc.startd of new instances to handle (these will be instances that specify the delegated restarter as their restarter, you can see examples of how this is done in any inetd service manifest, e.g. echo.xml)
- Notification that an administrator has initiated an action, e.g. disable, enable
- Notification that the dependencies of an instance are satisfied, i.e. it is ready to run
One area we're particularly interested in is feedback on the naming of instances representing links and IP interfaces. I've put some suggestions in the design doc mentioned above, but nothing is cast in stone at this stage of course, so any feedback on firstname.lastname@example.com is welcome. At present, my suggestion is to have all NWAM-managed services grouped under the "network/auto" FMRI, with separate services for NCUs, environments and ENMs, i.e.
- svc:/network/auto/ncu
- svc:/network/auto/env
- svc:/network/auto/enm
note that the use of env(ironment) to describe name service and other configuration may change, this is being discussed on nwam-discuss at present.
In terms of NCUs in particular, my suggestion is to prefix the instance names by their type/class, i.e. for link NCUs, the prefix is "link-", for IPv4 interfaces "ipv4-", and for IPv6 "ipv6-". I had been thinking about having different services for links and IP interfaces, but then realized that in order to use the same instance name for IPv4 and IPv6 interface instances, then i'd need separate IPv4 and IPv6 services. So it seems better to have all NCUs grouped by service, and prefix them, allowing the user to run "svcs \*bfe" say to see all bfe instances
As an example, here's the service listing for the prototype restarter on my laptop, which has a builtin "iwi" wireless card and a builtin "bfe" wired interface:
# svcs ncu
online 7:51:13 svc:/network/auto/ncu:link-bfe0
online 7:51:16 svc:/network/auto/ncu:link-iwi0
online 7:51:21 svc:/network/auto/ncu:ipv4-iwi0
offline 7:51:13 svc:/network/auto/ncu:ipv6-bfe0
offline 7:51:15 svc:/network/auto/ncu:ipv4-bfe0
offline 7:51:16 svc:/network/auto/ncu:ipv6-iwi0
Note that once Clearview vanity naming integrates, the link name ("iwi0" or "bfe0" or whatever) will be dropped in favour of the vanity names for those links.
So, is this reasonable? Is there a better name than "auto"? Let us know!


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How do I recover my stickie notes?
I started posting some important and lengthy private notes to a page that I was sitting on for some time. Unfortunately, behind the scenes, I didn't realize that I had lost internet connection. Pressing "Post" cleared the note away. But even now that I'm back on line and diigo has had time to refresh, I don't see them. I'm using Safari: is there a cache or an auto-fill history that I could uncover to salvage my notes?
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(Directed by Faisal Lutchmedial, Canada, 75 minutes, 2006)
Starting from the opening scene My Cultural Divide questions the logic of the hardcore political activist, and wonders aloud whether ethical consuming actually does anything good for the workers behind the machines. Because of family connections director Faisal Lutchmedial makes his way into some of the worst factories in Bangladesh, and talks frankly with the workers inside about their job and living conditions.
Accompanied by his ailing mother, Lutchmedial takes us on a very personal journey to bridge the gap between his heritage in Bangladesh and his life in Canada. He connects his politics with his humanity, and weaves together a story that is both thought provoking and touching.
You can watch the entire film for free below. To purchase a DVD copy of My Cultural Divide, send a message (info [the at symbol] lutchmedial.ca ) and write PURCHASE MY CULTURAL DIVIDE as the first sentence. The cost is $20 + $5 shipping and handling and can be paid through Paypal.
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Owners of dogs in fatal mauling of jogger arraigned on 2nd Degree Murder charges
(WXYZ) - The owners of the two dogs that mauled a man to death appeared in court to be arraigned on 2nd Degree Murder charges.
Police say Craig Systma of Livonia died last week when attacked by two Cane Corsos while out on a run in Metamora Township.
The husband and wife who own the dogs were arraigned separately on 2nd degree murder and possessing a dangerous animal causing death.
Sebastiano Quagliata was arraigned first in Lapeer District Court followed by the arraignment of his wife Valbona Lucaj. Their three children watched in the courtroom.
Prosecutors say the two kept their dogs even though they had a history of attacking people.
Their attorney says if the animals were so obviously dangerous - animal control should have stepped in.
Prosecutors voiced concerns in court that the two might be a flight risk- because they are immigrants facing possible deportation.
The judge set bond at $500,000 each.


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One of the highlights of this past summer was finally meeting Isadar. I had written quite a few reviews for his music and songbooks over the past twelve years, but we had never met in person. We got to talking and decided it was time to do an interview. How did Fabian Thibodeaux become "Isadar" and what's it like to have parallel recording careers as a pianist/composer and a vocalist doing music videos? We cover it all and much more below!
KP: You recently released four excellent DVDs of live performances of many of your piano solos. What else are you working on these days?
I: Thanks for your wonderful reviews! I recently released a bundled 6-disc set of my piano works, "Solo Piano Anthology: 1990-2010" which is a retrospective. I'm also getting artwork and packaging together for physical on-demand CD releases of all my previous albums. In the past few months, I ended a relationship with a long-time digital distributor, so getting everything back online is taking time. I'm also using this opportunity and time to remix and remaster two of my older vocal titles.
On the back burner are two projects that I started a few years ago. One is a new solo piano album, Red, and the other is a Christmas album, O, Christmas. Both album covers are completed as is much of the music, but I have a long editing process ahead of me that seems impossible to begin, much less complete anytime soon. To move forward, I must have a Disklavier grand piano, and that isn't in my near-future for various reasons, so it seems the piano music will have to wait at least another year or two.
KP: Tell us a bit about your early life.
I: I grew up in Louisiana and have two older brothers. The oldest is a church organist and choir director/piano teacher. My other brother, played saxophone in high school and studied piano as a child. Mom studied piano in her teens. Dad wasn't a musician, but he was a magician. He had his own children's television show in California performing his magic before moving back to Louisiana and meeting my mom. His dad (my grandfather) was a Cajun/French accordion player and had his own band. I recently released some archival recordings of his band on my label. It's called Cajun Folk Songs by Howard & J.W. Thibodeaux. So the music gene comes from both sides of the family tree.
KP: Growing up near New Orleans, I would assume jazz has always been a very big part of your musical life. Have you spent a lot of time listening to Dixieland and gospel music?
I: I have never connected to any of the music I was exposed to while growing up in Louisiana. That goes for jazz, Cajun, zydeco, country, Dixieland, blues and gospel. I also don't get rock music as a genre. The sound of an electric guitar has never appealed to me. I'm probably one of the few people in the world who does not like The Beatles.
KP: When did you start playing the piano?
I: I've been playing for as long as I can remember. My Mom and my two older brothers were playing the piano long before I came into the picture and it was always around me.


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A Second Look - Op-Ed by Ambassador Eleni Tsakopoulos Kounalakis published in the Hungarian weekly Heti Válasz
December 8, 2011
It has been two years since I arrived in Budapest to represent my country as the U.S. Ambassador. During these two years, I have had the opportunity to work closely with our partners in the Hungarian government on many common goals, such as transition in Libya and stability in the Balkans. And just as it has been for the last 21 years, the relationship between Hungary and the United States remains strong and vibrant.
It is important to us that our relationship continues to stay strong, and to grow. That is why, for the last few months, we have worked so diligently to understand the direction of the Hungarian government, particularly relating to the massive reforms that have been underway since it came to power.
Every time I speak about reforms here in Hungary, I am careful to repeat several key facts. First, Prime Minister Orban and his government were elected through a free and fair election with an overwhelming majority. We respect that.
Second, Hungary is a democracy, and it is ultimately up to the Hungarian people to decide the direction of their country.
And third, when the United States expresses concerns about the direction of Hungarian democracy, it comes from us as a friend.
When Secretary Clinton came to Budapest last June, the government had passed nearly two hundred new laws, including a new constitution, in less than a year since it had come to power. Hungary was making headlines around the globe for the fast pace and the breadth of these reforms.
During her public remarks, Secretary Clinton expressed support for the clear commitment to rebuild and strengthen the economy. However she also urged the government to be vigilant in preserving its democratic institutions by providing the necessary checks and balances. She called for "a real commitment to an independent judiciary, a free press and governmental transparency."
Since Parliament reconvened this fall, it has continued to move forward with a legislative agenda that will ultimately reform nearly every major public institution, including three of the four pillars of democracy: the legislature, the judiciary, and the media. Calls for reform in Hungary have been heard for many years, from politicians, from professional organizations, businesses and across civil society. No one can deny that reform is needed. But with today's reforms the government is focusing on greater efficiency. My Embassy and colleagues in Washington have worked diligently to understand the effect these Cardinal Laws will have on democracy. We continue to be concerned.
Over the next few weeks, the Cardinal Laws will be completed and the new Hungarian Constitution will come into effect. But before it does, I urge the government to look again. A number of credible voices are raising questions. Are there sufficient checks and balances built in to the new system such that the independence of democratic institutions is maintained for future generations of Hungarians? What is the best way for government to administer and regulate the institutions of democracy like the courts and the media? Does concentration of authority in the hands of an individual improve efficiency of an institution or hinder its independence? Does requiring a two-thirds majority to replace a powerful regulator or administrator encourage responsible decision making or provide the opportunity to advance personal or political agendas? Does the electoral system allow the people to change governments in a free and fair manner? Does it allow for representation of diverse views? Do the reforms inspire the trust of the people?
These are not easy questions and they are ones that all democracies must answer for themselves. And they are not questions that are only asked and answered once. My own country has grappled with these questions at numerous times in its history, such as during the Great Depression of the 1930s or the civil rights movement in the 1960s and 1970s.
We want Hungary to succeed. As Vice President Biden told the European Parliament last Spring, "the United States needs strong allies and alliances to face the problems of the 21st Century…." and in that spirit, we will continue as a friend to encourage Hungary to find its own way to strengthen its democracy and the shared values that underpin our partnership.


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Texas Tech Adds Fragniere During Spring Signing Period
Tech head coach Don Flora signed his third international prospect of his tenure Wednesday in Audrey Fragniere.
April 30, 2014
LUBBOCK, Texas - Texas Tech head volleyball coach Don Flora announced Wednesday the signing of international prospect Audrey Fragniere to a national letter of intent during the spring signing period.
Fragniere, a native of Neuchatel, Switzerland, is the second prospect to ink with Tech for the 2014 season, joining fall signee Alyssa Ybanez out of Rancho Cucamonga, Calif.
"We are looking forward to having Audrey join the Texas Tech volleyball program," Flora said. "She has a broad depth of elite experience playing with such great teams in recent seasons. She is an explosive and dynamic athlete who plays the entire game of volleyball. Her excitement to be a Red Raider and passion to play at a high level will immediately add to the environment in our gym."
Fragniere, who splits as an outside hitter and on the right side, currently plays for Sages NUC, one of the top teams in her native Switzerland. She was part of an under-23 squad that captured the Swiss Junior National Championship this past February.
Fragniere, who attended Lycee Jean Piaget ecole de commerce High School, can play all six rotations and will give Tech additional depth on the outside.
Her signing marks the third-straight year Tech has inked an international recruit after Emily Ruetter committed to the program in 2012 and Victoria Hinneburg did the same in 2013.
Tech will announce its 2014 schedule along with its incoming class of preferred walk-ons in the upcoming weeks.


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I have a KVM box running some critical VMs which perform software builds. The server runs SSD drives. I have an older version of KVM which has limited snapshot capability, and I have decided to use LVM snapshots to save the VM states after each new release (so we can revert to a certain release if we need to patch). The PVs are full, so I need to add a disk to the volume group for the snapshots to live on. Is there any harm to adding a regular USB drive to the volume group that the VMs live on, just for a storage place for LVM snapshots? Will I lose the SSD speed?
In theory this should be fine but how are you going to ensure the VM data doesn't end up on the USB disk?
several points here
I would do this in a different way:
I know this will mean keeping full backups in place, but with proper planning, you will not deviate from your current SSD performance, and will not lose the current system stability, be able to roll back to a reasonable amount of PITs and stay within best practice boundaries


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THE DOZENS: HIP-HOP MEETS JAZZ by Jared Pauley
For well over forty years, jazz music and hip-hop music have flirted with each other on numerous occasions. When jazz artists began to experiment with sounds beyond free jazz and the avant-garde, they unknowingly helped plant one of the important seeds for hip-hop music. Hip-hop artists returned the favor in the 1980s, sampling some of the most respected music in the jazz catalogue. In the 1990s, popular hip-hop acts took jazz samples to the top of the charts while others worked directly with respected jazz musicians. With the new millennium, this trend continued as jazz artists began incorporating elements of hip-hop into their music through the use of emcees and more importantly deejays.
This Dozens list represents a small portion of existing music but overall an attempt was made to highlight the important steps and linkages between jazz and hip-hop.
Buckshot Lefonque: Breakfast @ Denny's
Breakfast @ Denny's
Branford Marsalis (tenor sax)
Buckshot Lefonque (Columbia)
Branford Marsalis (tenor sax),
DJ Premier (turntables).
Recorded: 1994
Rating: 93/100 (learn more)
With the hip-hop jazz scene in full explosion, Branford Marsalis teams forces with Gangstarr's DJ Premier to create one of the quintessential recordings of the early 1990s. Marsalis provides a bluesy 2-bar lick over a head-banging bassline while DJ Premier scratches in voices and sound bites. Overall, this single represents a nice merger between early '90s boom-bap and jazzy undertones.
Reviewer: Jared Pauley
Bob James: Nautilus
Bob James (keyboards)
One (Warner Bros.)
Bob James (keyboards),
Gary King (bass), Steve Gadd (drums).
Recorded: 1974
Rating: 91/100 (learn more)
Though this track predates its hip-hop usage, Bob James's "Nautilus" became one of the most sampled tracks in hip-hop history. James's looped Rhodes and catchy A-minor bassline provide the main basis for the head and the solo section. Such hip-hop artists as Wu Tang Clan's Ghostface Killa, Rakim, and DJ Shadow sampled this song and ensured that James's funk would be heard by generations of other listeners.
Reviewer: Jared Pauley
Guru: Loungin'
Guru (vocals)
Jazzmatazz Volume 1
Guru (vocals), Donald Byrd (trumpet).
Recorded: 1993
Rating: 88/100 (learn more)
MC Guru (aka G.U.R.U., a backronym for Gifted Unlimited Rhymes Universal), has always rapped about jazz. From his Gang Starr collaborations with DJ Premier, the rapper evolved and began 1993 with his first release, Jazzmatazz. Nothing special here, but Donald Byrd's trumpet notes help to spice up the usual formula of verse-chorus-verse-chorus. This record is a good and necessary listen for anyone wanting to learn more about jazz and hip-hop recordings.
Reviewer: Jared Pauley
Digable Planets: Rebirth of Slick (Cool Like Dat)
Rebirth of Slick (Cool Like Dat)
Digable Planets
Reachin' (A New Refutation of Time and Space) (Pendulum)
Doodle Bug, Ladybug, Butterfly (vocals).
Recorded: 1993
Rating: 97/100 (learn more)
In 1994 it was impossible to get away from this song. The opening bassline is as recognizable and jazzy as anything that came out during the early '90s. Butterfly and company ride the beat with smooth lyrics and a relaxed flow, creating a hypnotizing groove that swung pretty hard for a hip-hop group. The single was a Top 20 hit in 1994 and went on to win the group their first Grammy for Best Rap Performance by a Group or Duo.
Reviewer: Jared Pauley
Miles Davis: The Doo-Bop Song
The Doo-Bop Song
Miles Davis (trumpet)
Doo-Bop (Warner Bros.)
Miles Davis (trumpet),
Easy Mo Bee (production).
Recorded: 1991
Rating: 87/100 (learn more)
Miles Davis, jazz's most prolific experimenter, collaborated with hip-hop producer Easy Mo Bee for what became the trumpeter's last album. Davis injects his cool, muted sound throughout the song, which is orchestrated over a familiar piano riff. The only downside to this song is that the rapping halfway through kind of dampens the mood; but still this record proves why Davis could float between musical styles like it was no one's business.
Reviewer: Jared Pauley
Herbie Hancock: Rockit
Herbie Hancock (keyboards, synthesizers)
Future Shock
Herbie Hancock (keyboards, synthesizers),
Grand Mixer DST (turntables), Bill Laswell (production), Michael Beinhorn (synth programming).
Recorded: 1983
Rating: 99/100 (learn more)
It might be safe to say that pianist Herbie Hancock has the most open ears of any jazz musician. He has reinvented himself stylistically many times throughout his career. In 1983, with its skeleton-inspired video, "Rockit" took off from left field and ended up becoming one of the biggest songs of the 1980s. Featured beside Hancock's catchy synthesizer melody is the scratch work by Grand Mixer DST. This marked one of the first times a popular song had utilized DJ scratching, and the song still screams 1980s when you hear it today.
Reviewer: Jared Pauley
A Tribe Called Quest: Verses From the Abstract
Verses From the Abstract
A Tribe Called Quest
The Low End Theory (Zomba 1418-2-J)
Ron Carter (bass),
Q-Tip, Phife Dog (vocals).
Recorded: 1991
Rating: 96/100 (learn more)
Very few hip-hop acts crossed over like Saint Albans, Queens' ATCQ. Armed with lyrics, wittiness and spot-on deliveries, the duo of Q-Tip and Phife Dog rip up this swinging hip-hop beat. With the aid of Ron Carter, the bass is an added gem to a song and an album that many consider to be one of the finest ever produced in hip-hop music.
Reviewer: Jared Pauley
Gang Starr: Manifest
Gang Starr
No More Mr. Nice Guy (EMI E2-98709)
Guru (vocals), DJ Premier (turntables, production).
Recorded: 1992
Rating: 89/100 (learn more)
On this recording, MC Guru (aka Baldhead Slick) and DJ Premier flip Dizzy Gillespie's "A Night in Tunisia" into one of the most memorable songs to come out of New York in the early 1990s. This was one of the first uses of a bebop sample, and Guru wastes no time spilling his conscientious metaphor-driven rap over it. This record officially put Gang Starr (aka Gangstarr) on the radar.
Reviewer: Jared Pauley
Miles Davis: Fat Time
Fat Time
Miles Davis (trumpet)
The Man With the Horn (Columbia CK 36790)
Miles Davis (trumpet), Bill Evans (soprano sax), Marcus Miller (bass), Al Foster (drums),
Mike Stern (guitar).
Recorded: 1980-1981
Rating: 98/100 (learn more)
Miles and company deliver a stellar performance. Al Foster's drumbeat is almost MPC-like as he keeps up a steady, bright crack on his snare. Miller's bassline provides Davis and Evans the perfect funk groove to solo over. In its simplicity, with only a 2-chord vamp, this song planted the seed for what would be heard later in hip hop.
Reviewer: Jared Pauley
Us3: Cantaloop (Flip Fantasia)
Cantaloop (Flip Fantasia)
Hand on the Torch (Blue Note)
Kobie Powell (vocals), Mel Simpson, Geoff Wilkinson (production).
Recorded: 1993
Rating: 95/100 (learn more)
Growing up in the early 1990s as a teenager meant several things. One of them being that you knew this song. The brain children behind this group, Simpson and Wilkinson, sampled Herbie Hancock's "Cantaloupe Island" and ended up with one of the biggest hits of the '90s. Along with Powell's raps, this song eventually went gold and ended up being one of the strongest selling Blue Note albums ever. Lifted straight from Hancock's record, the feel of his 1960s original was transplanted to dance floors all across the world through this song.
Reviewer: Jared Pauley
Madlib: Footprints
Shades of Blue (Stones Throw/Blue Note)
Yesterday's New Quintet: Joe McDuphrey (keyboards), Ahmad Miller (vibes), Monk Hughes (bass), Joe Chambers, Otis Jackson Junior (drums).
Composed by Wayne Shorter.
Recorded: 2003
Rating: 90/100 (learn more)
On this album, California-based producer Madlib opened up the Blue Note vaults and produced his most well-respected album to date. Along with Yesterday's New Quintet, they recorded Wayne Shorter's "Footprints" for an audience that otherwise might not have heard it. Ahmad Miller, one of Madlib's various aliases, showcases his diversity and skills on vibes, which are only matched by his skills behind the boards. A must-have for any fan of jazz and hip-hop.
Reviewer: Jared Pauley
Medeski Martin & Wood: Start-Stop (DJ Logic Remix)
Start-Stop (DJ Logic Remix)
Medeski Martin & Wood
Combustication Remix EP (Blue Note)
John Medeski (keyboards), Billy Martin (drums), Chris Wood (bass),
DJ Logic (turntables, production).
Recorded: 1999
Rating: 88/100 (learn more)
Following the release of their 1998 album Combustication, jazz trio MMW enlisted the help of their friends to remix some of its songs for this EP. DJ Logic's remix adds some hypnotizing drums to the atmospheric keyboard of Medeski, which creates a sweltering mix of hip-hop, jazz and psychedelia. Wood's bass groove gives this remix all the right ingredients needed to succeed.
Reviewer: Jared Pauley


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The Galapagos Islands: where wildlife abounds
The term 'trip of a lifetime' gets bandied about a lot these days, possibly too freely, but for Lee Bethune travelling to the Galapagos Islands lived up to the expectations that comes with such an assured claim…
"Over 1000km west of the mainland of Ecuador, I thought there would have to be something special and there was… it was the Galapagos Islands.
Saving the Galapagos
Just imagine the Galapagos…with no majestic giant tortoise, no quizzical looking blue footed boobies, no sea lions taking over the park benches on the water front, or no dinosaur-like marine iguanas sun-baking on the rocks.
It's a scary thought – but if not for one action 50 years ago, that's how the Galapagos Islands could be now.
6 great things to do in the Galapagos
No doubt about it. The sheer abundance of wildlife in the Galapagos is enough to overwhelm even the most ardent nature fan.
From sea lions to tortoises, to blue-footed boobies and rare iguanas, you'll quickly lose yourself in the many wonders of these incredible islands.
For most of us it's a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, so you want to make sure you cover off all the highlights and then some. Here, travel bloggers and possibly the most adventurous couple we know, The Planet D, nominate their must-see experiences on a tour of the Galapagos…
Galapagos pays off
Some adventures are many years in the making, but as Lee Bethune discovered, coming up with the idea to visit the Galapagos archipelago was one of her best travel decisions yet…
"Why hadn't I thought of doing this trip sooner? As soon as I arrived in the Galapagos Islands I wondered why it had taken me so long to explore this incredible place. I felt like I was stepping onto a movie set of Jurassic Park, but it was real and I had to constantly pinch myself!
Heart and soul of the Galapagos
The 19 islands that make up the Galapagos archipelago are a genuinely unique travel experience. From amazing encounters with rare wildlife, to meeting locals who cling to their ancestral traditions, Intrepid's Cara Brown discovered that these equatorial islands have a way of changing the way you think about our world…
"Crystal clear water, the sand between my toes and a hard-earned beer in my hands… welcome to the Galapagos Islands, situated 1000km west from the coast of Ecuador. It is my 2nd day on the beautiful island of Isabela and she is seducing us in every way. Let me start off by telling you that the Galapagos is not your average island getaway. As my eyes focus on the landscape that surrounds me I take in everything; white sandy beaches, volcanic rock, sentinel-looking cacti and lush farming lands.
in memory of lonesome george
Sadly the local hero of the Galapagos Islands, known fondly as 'Lonesome George', was found dead on Sunday, 24 June, 2012. George was a Galapagos tortoise and tragically it seems likely that his death marks the end of the Pinta Island subspecies.
It was hoped that he had many good breeding years in him yet, as he was thought to be a sprightly 100 and they often live close to 200 years, but there's been no romance for George in a long time and attempts to produce George Juniors or little Georginas have all failed. George lived at the Charles Darwin Research Station, where he had become a symbol for the Galapagos Islands and pin-up boy for endangered species.
Lapping it up in the Galapagos
Even if you're not competitive by nature, when you are egged on by a cheeky sea lion in the Galapagos Islands Summer Davis discovers that you have no choice but to take up the challenge and be thankful that you've put in the hard yards in the pool…
"Swirling under a cyclone of bubbles, a spirited sea lion stares sweetly into your snorkel mask, its puppy dog eyes pleading to play with you. Almost twice your size, you freeze with fear, then realise this hefty mammal means no harm as it dives down in circles below you. Let the games begin!
otavalo market mayhem
Just across the border in Ecuador, and a short distance north of Quito, is a small town where the women are renowned for their remarkable weaving skills and vibrant textiles. Visit mid-week and you might think this to be a quiet village, but as Intrepid's Summer Davis explains, come the weekend you'll see the true colours of this Indian market town…
"Rowdy roosters ring in the sunrise as the faint sound of clanging metal and bustling vendors signals Saturday morning in Otavalo. Not yet six o'clock, early risers assure their tables will be set-up before the mayhem of marketing begins.
Worth your while in the Galapagos
Amazing wildlife, both on land and underwater, is the drawcard of the remote Galapagos Islands. It's not an easy part of the world to reach and you need a good sense of adventure to explore the rugged terrain, but as Intrepid Express reader Michele Delaforce discovered, the Galapagos have a unique way of making it worth your while…
"Swimming with the sea lions at San Cristobal in the Galapagos Islands was one of the most exciting and memorable times of my life. We had to walk for an hour to reach a cove that was quite difficult to get to, but the rewards were worth it!
quito knows how to party
Every city has its celebrations, but the Fiestas de Quito is one of the world's biggest. From the end of November the streets overflow with music and mayhem and Intrepid's Summer Davis loved being amongst it all…
"For six days in the capital city of Ecuador, every night is a public party and for two days at the finale of this independence day revelry every business closes officially. This week most Quitenos partake of at least one chiva outing (traditional open-air bus painted bright colours), squished in the vehicle amongst drunken companeros belting out traditional Quiteno music along with the popular band on the bus roof.


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Freshman Stephen Alemais watches as ball-four goes by with the bases loaded in the bottom of the 11th
March 22, 2014
NEW ORLEANS - Extra innings were needed by the Tulane baseball team on Saturday to get their second consecutive win against Middle Tennessee, as freshman shortstop Stephen Alemais walked with the bases loaded in the bottom of the 11th frame to secure the series for Tulane at Greer Field at Turchin Stadium.
Tulane (12-10, 5-3) had a few other opportunities to notch the game-winning run in the bottom of the eighth and ninth, as the Green Wave were able to load the bases in both innings with the score tied at one. However, Middle Tennessee's (8-13, 4-4) relief pitcher Garrett Ring was able to pickoff a Tulane baserunner in the eighth before inducing a double-play ball in the ninth to get out of both jams.
Ring (0-3) didn't help his chances much in the 11th inning, though, as junior first baseman Garrett Deschamp singled to right field to lead things off. Freshman Jake Rogers hit a ball to shortstop that could have been a double play, but Deschamp reached second safely and second baseman Austin Bryant then threw the ball away to first, moving both runners into scoring position. After freshman designated hitter Garrett Deschamp was intentionally walked for the second time in the game, Alemais was dealt a ball high on a full count to score Deschamp from third for the victory.
"Obviously, a freshman in that situation, you always wonder how he's going to react, but (Alemais) had a great at-bat," said Tulane baseball associate head coach Chad Sutter. "He came out 2-0, got to 2-2, and he could've pressed and swung at some balls outside of the zone, but he made the pitcher try to throw a strike. It was huge at-bat for him and for our team. We won the series, but we have a chance to come out tomorrow and do something that is pretty special."
Tulane was also fortunate to get solid outings from their pitchers on the day. Redshirt junior Randy LeBlanc started the game, and while he did allow nine hits over 5.1 innings, he was able to hold Middle Tennessee to just one run. Freshman righty J.P. France came on in relief of LeBlanc, and picked up the win by going 5.2 innings while fanning four and allowing just three hits. France (2-2) and LeBlanc walked just one batter each.
"(J.P.) pounded strikes, had three pitches going, and kept the ball down," added Sutter. "He really did a good job of setting the tone and setting the pace of the game, which you don't see often from a freshman. It's a huge lift for us, because we are going into tomorrow where we get Kyle McKenzie back, and we only had to use one pitcher, outside of Randy, so we are going into tomorrow with a rested and strong bullpen."
Despite 21 hits by both teams combined, only three runs were scored. Middle Tennessee outhit Tulane, 12-9, and the game marked the fourth contest of the season that Tulane has won while being outhit by their opponent.
Tulane struck first in the bottom of the fourth with two outs, as Deschamp doubled down the left field line and came home on an RBI-single off the bat of freshman third baseman Hunter Hope, who then reached second on an error. Rogers singled into right, and Hope made a mad dash for home, but he was thrown out at the plate by Middle Tennessee outfielder Jake Ellison.
Middle Tennessee tied up the contest in the top of the sixth. LeBlanc was replaced by France with the bases loaded, and France's first pitch was wild, allowing Jared Allen to come home. A head's up play by Rogers behind the dish, throwing a strike to third base to put out Ryan Stephens on the same play kept Middle Tennessee from scoring again.
The only other chance Middle Tennessee truly had to pull ahead was in the top of the tenth inning. Trey Miller reached on a fielding error and then moved over to second on a throwing error in the same play before advancing to third on a fly out. With two outs on the board, France was able to get Stephens to ground out back to the mound, stranding the go-ahead run 90 feet from home.
Deschamp, Hope and freshman second baseman Jake Willsey led the way for the Green Wave with two hits each. Rogers, sophomore outfielder Richard Carthon and freshman outfielder Lex Kaplan also posted a hit each.
Williams, who picked up his sixth start on the season, was intentionally walked twice. No Tulane player has been intentionally walked twice in one game since Nathan Southard was awarded first on two occasions in a game against Marshall on May 6, 2006.
Ring, who was credited with the loss, pitched 3.1 innings, allowing three hits and walking four, including the two intentional walks to Williams. Middle Tennessee starter Paul Mittura threw 6.0 innings, allowing five hits and fanning four.
Tulane will return to Greer Field at Turchin Stadium on Sunday for a 1pm CT first pitch against Middle Tennessee.
On Sunday, the `National Anthem Girl' will be at the ballpark to sing the Star Spangled Banner. Janine Stange is attempting to sing the National Anthem in all 50 states, and currently has 31 states to go. It will also be Academy Sports Kids Day on Sunday, where kids can stand next to their favorite players during the National Anthem while also running the bases postgame.
Also on Sunday, the Green Wave baseball team will shave their heads after Sunday's contest to raise funds and awareness for pediatric cancer through the Vs. Cancer Foundation. Fans can donate to the organization inside of the stadium up to the third inning during all three games this weekend.
For more information on the Vs. Cancer Foundation, and how you can help the effort of founder Chase Jones on making a difference in the lives of pediatric cancer patients, please visit www.vs-cancer.org. To make a donation to Tulane's team page for the Vs. Cancer Foundation, please visit tulane.vs-cancer.org. At that page, one can make a donation to the team as a whole, or one's donation can be credited directly to the fundraising page of any of the Green Wave baseball players' pages.
Fans can follow the Tulane baseball program on Twitter (@GreenWaveBSB) or on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/GreenWaveBaseball.


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If youve watched NASCAR racing for any length of time at all, youve undoubtedly heard the word wedge thrown around quite a bit. You normally hear a driver or crew chief talking about putting a round of wedge in or taking out a round to free or tighten up the car. But what does that really mean? How much of an effect can it have on the handling of a race car? Stock Car Racing magazine has picked the brains of a couple of really good crew chiefs in the Winston Cup garage, Royce McGee, head wrench for Mike Skinners #31 Lowes Home Improvement Chevrolet and Lee McCall, crew chief for Sterling Marlins #40 Silver Bullet Dodge.
"Wedge is a term that racers have used for years to refer to the amount of weight between the right-front and left-rear wheels," said McGee. "Another slang term for wedge is cross-sway or diagonal. The total weight between the right-front and left-rear tires of the cars is usually a smaller percentage than the carrier between the right-rear and left-front tires. Thats what we call running a car de-wedged. Theres usually about 45-48 percent of the total weight between the right-front and left-rear tires," says McGee.
Simply put, wedge adjustments make the car turn into the corners either looser or tighter.
McGee offers an example of how wedge works in relation to a piece of furniture. "If you take a table on a level floor and shorten the right-front and the left-rear legs 1/4-inch, the other two legs will carry more weight. If you then adjust those two legs by adding a 1/8-inch shim underneath them, that table will rock less," said McGee.
Drivers let the crew chiefs know how the car is handling and what might need to be done to make it better. Oftentimes the solution is a quick wedge adjustment.
"If the driver says that the car is loose in the gas exiting the corner, well put the wedge wrench in a jack bolt in the left-rear window. When you screw down on that left-rear spring, it puts pressure on it and tightens up the car in the gas. If the car is too tight, we go to the right side of the car with the wedge wrench and make the adjustment there. The wedge adjustment changes the load that the springs carry," said McGee.
Wedge adjustments are usually made in half and full turn increments during pit stops. For example, if a driver calls in complaining that the car is tight getting into the corners, the following steps are how the crew would actually loosen the car up during a pit stop. The right-side tire carrier usually makes the actual adjustment after he has given the tire changer the tire. As the right rear tire guy is bolting on the tire, the tire carrier sticks the wedge wrench into the jack bolt located on the top side of the rear window and makes a half or full turn (clockwise) which will loosen the car up. With this adjustment the driver should be able to get into the corners better, which in turn allows him to get on the gas sooner in the corners and turn faster lap times.
Just one turn of a wedge wrench can help a driver go from chasing his car all over the track to charging to the front of the pack.


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To all the haters- its freedom OF religion..... Not freedom FROM religion.
- 5:29 p.m. Oct. 31, 2011
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Can we count you among the "haters"?
AGAIN....Too often....many people seem to have a flawed understanding of what freedom from religion really entails and fail to realize that freedom from religion is crucial to religious liberty in general. It is evident that a person misunderstands the concept of freedom from religion when they say that promotion of the idea is part of an effort to eliminate religion from the public square, to secularize America, or to deny religious believers a voice in politics. None of this follows from a belief that people have a right to be free from religion. Freedom from religion isn't a demand that religious beliefs never be expressed, but rather that they not be endorsed by the government; it's not a demand that religious believers never voice an opinion, but rather that they not have a privileged status in public debates; it's not a demand that religious values never have any public impact, but rather that no laws be based on religious doctrines without the existence of a secular purpose and basis.
Educate yourself, please!
- 5:57 p.m. Oct. 31, 2011
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This is not separation of church and state it is separation from common decency
and respect of the fallen who have sacrificed there all for the common good.
When courage, honor , duty are sacrificed in vain and are replaced with self denial and our puny humanistic self worship we become dust and fodder for the wind.
- 7:54 p.m. Oct. 31, 2011
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You are correct about the shape of the headstones at Arlington. However, you will notice that they have crosses etched into them on many headstones. Also, there are several great, big crosses in the cemetery as well. In fact, the Kennedy's have crosses on their tombstones.
The point is that first amendment was is being abused by atheists. It says congress shall make no law establishing religion or the free exercise thereof. There is actually nothing in the Constitution that says the words, "separation of church and state." And I would doubt that Thomas Jefferson would have objected to the individual states deciding to honor their fallen dead with a universal religious symbol like the cross.
What a fantastic legacy the American Atheists will have.
- 8:36 p.m. Oct. 31, 2011
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It's good to see all the legal scholars who think they know more knowledgeable than the Federal Court of Appeals as well as the US Supreme Court. I'm sure you had the same views of these courts when they said the Corporations are the same as people, right?
- 9:30 p.m. Oct. 31, 2011
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Has anyone suggested they use UHP shields not crosses. 12 Post with the UHP
shield number of the fallen officer. That would solve everything. The UHP badge
has no religious connection, and it would still honor the fallen officers.
Maybe somebody could suggest this to somebody, make the changes and get on with life.
Mark Towner
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It is just so sad that people are quibbling endlessly about something well-intentioned to honor fallen Highway Patrol officers. I seriously doubt that those who chose this symbol did so just to irritate athesists - get over yourself. The only people who could legitimately complain about this would be the families of officers. The silence is deafening.
- 11:21 p.m. Oct. 31, 2011
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We are a nation becoming ripe with iniquity.
Each little atheist and radical religious step is making a difference in our world isn't it?
- 6:20 a.m. Nov. 1, 2011
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Atheist activists have nothing better to do? The Holiday season must drive them absolutely batty!
- 6:53 a.m. Nov. 1, 2011
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After reading the above letters, the crosses must not symbolize christianity but a call to arms for conservatives for civil war. I doubt Jesus would want the in your face fighting words associated with religious symbols or Caesar enforcing them as an in your face display of government power.
- 7:03 a.m. Nov. 1, 2011
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Where in the consitution does it say "Freedome FROM religion?"
- 7:06 a.m. Nov. 1, 2011
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I want a question from all you "people" who are against the crosses. Just exactly how does a well known grave symbol, found in many public and military cemetaries violate your constitutional rights? Please answer for me because most of your posts are just grinding an axe because you don't like something. Quantify just how it violates your rights.
- 7:07 a.m. Nov. 1, 2011
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I think people are not very nice anymore...What does it hurt? Does the cross really hurt anyone or does everyone hate life so bad that they want to hurt everyone else? I think it is a sad day in Utah and America.
- 7:55 a.m. Nov. 1, 2011
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This ruling brings to mind a quote from President Andrew Jackson;"The Supreme Court has made its ruling now let them enforce it!"
- 8:05 a.m. Nov. 1, 2011
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I am not Catholic or mainstream Protestant. A cross is not a religious symbol
for me. I am not in the least bothered or threatened by a religious symbol for
another religion or culture.
It is a big wide world out there and there is a lot of diversity out there and we are going to do better looking for the common ground rather than trying to focus on what divides us.
In Saudi Arabia and in India there are groups that are similar to the ACLU and to the American Atheists. They are very sensitive to anything remotvely hinting at Christianity. They don't even like stores to sell flowers on Valentine's Day because of the "Saint" in Saint Valentine's Day.
I think that they should just relax. A little diversity never hurt anyone.
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@ Big Hapa in Kaysville--- You are so right in your comments. I couldn't agree
I support the UHP Association and what they have done to remember those that have fallen in the line of duty. I have valued seeing the crosses as I've driven around our state. It not only serves as a reminder of the valiant troopers but to me is a reminder of all that have served and still serve us to maintain our safety and freedoms.
Thanks to all that wear that badge.
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Good _hing _his newspaper is no_ a governmen_ publica_ion. O_herwise, we'd perhaps be obliged _o aver_ our eyes from all uses of _he le_ _er "_," owing _o i_s hidden symbolism. Known as _aw or _av in Hebrew, i_ is _he las_ le_ _er of _ha_ alphabe_. "From Aleph _o _aw" means "from beginning _o end"; i_ is _he Hebrew equivalen_ of wha_ we say in English, "from A _o Z". In Greek, _he symbol "_" represen_ed _heos (God). _he _au i_self was _he mos_ likely form of cross on which Chris_ was crucified. Heaven forbid we would say one of _he _wo words of _he phrase "Alpha and Omega." A_ some poin_ will we consider our very language _o be a vehicle of offense such _ha_ use of _he le_ _er "_" in our wri_ _en communica_ions will, _oo, be an offense? Should we je_ _ison _he le_ _er "_"?
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Put it up on private land and be still about it. Someones death is not a political statement. And PLEASE, don't waist any more tax payer dollars on this sort of thing. We don't have it to pay.
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We are tired of being bullied by people such as Randy Forbes of Virginia.
Rep Randy Forbes of Virginia is a hyper-conservative-religious fanatic who has, among other things, sponsored legislation to:
- officially designate the United States as a Judeo-Christian nation (making non-Jews and non-Christians second-class citizens)
- officially declare that "the Holy Bible is Gods Word" (forget all the self-contradictory nonsense, genocide, racism, sexism, etc. in the book. And forget the Qu'ran, the Book of Mormon, and all other "words of god").
- officially declare religion a prerequisite for freedom and reject "the notion that the laws and Constitution of the United States require the exclusion of God from matters of government" (You can't be "free" unless you believe?)
- prevent the IRS from assisting the federal government in an "invasion into the health care lives of American citizens" (So fanatic religious parents can use prayer and superstition on their kids instead of getting proper medical care?)
- officially declare that religion forms "the inseparable foundation for Americas representative processes, legal systems, and societal structures" (A religious test.)
Religious fanatics are spitting in the faces of a quarter or more of US citizens!
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Mark Towner "UHP badge has no religious connection, and it would still
honor the fallen officers."
Until somebody realizes that the Beehive is an old Mormon religious symbol...
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BOULDER - Soccer's Madison Krauser (freshman) and football's Derrick Webb (junior) were awarded CU Athlete of the Week honors on Tuesday for their play during the week of Aug. 27 - Sept. 2. The athlete of the week is sponsored by Silk®, Horizon® and International Delight®.
Scoring her first goal as a Buff on Sunday against Northwestern, Madison Krauser put up the goal that helped Colorado tie the Wildcats 2-2 on the road in Evanston, Ill. Just minutes after senior captain Amy Barczuk put the Buffs on the board, the Irvine, Calif., (Woodbridge) native scored to tie the game. The Buffs remain undefeated in their first five games of the season (3-0-2), a first in the program's history.
In a 22-17 loss to Colorado State in Denver on Saturday, linebacker Derrick Webb had a career-high 12 tackles (nine solo) with five at or behind the line of scrimmage (three tackles for zero, two tackles for a loss with one being a quarterback sack). Webb also had two third-down stops in 53 plays. The 6-foot, 230-pound Memphis, Tenn., (Whitehaven) native entered Saturday's game already eighth in career special team points (60) and tackles (27).
Also nominated for this week's award: Courtney Bouchet (women's cross country), Nikki Lindow (volleyball) and Connor Winter (men's cross country).
Junior Courtney Bouchet placed second (best CU finisher) in the women's 5.8 kilometer race at CU's time trial on Saturday. Crossing the finish line in 22 minutes and four seconds, she was one of the five individuals to finish the race with that time.
Junior Nikki Lindow led CU with 2.90 kills per set and was the only Buff to be named to the Omni Hotels Colorado Volleyball Classic All-Tournament Team as CU went 1-2 on the weekend. She also hit a team-best .302 with 29 kills and 10 errors on 63 attacks. Lindow posted a team-high 20 blocks (three solo, 17 assists) and 40.5 points in three matches. She recorded a team-high 15 kills, hit .419, and put up three block solos and six block assists in a four-set loss to Northern Arizona.
Redshirt freshman Connor Winter finished third overall in 26:14 in the men's 8K race at CU's time trial on Saturday morning. This was Winter's first cross country race for CU after redshirting during the 2011 season.


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- "I like my engines 'funnel first'!"
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Back to Front! is a rhyming magazine story.
One morning, Thomas is the last to leave the shed, but the turntable won't turn. Diesel teases Thomas and the coaches are quite put out by Thomas facing them. Even the Fat Controller confesses that he likes his trains to be "funnel first". Soon the sky turns black and icy hail begins to fall. Much to Thomas' delight, whilst travelling along his branch line, his coal bunker bears the brunt of the heavy hail. Now Thomas thinks that, just sometimes, it's best to be back-to-front.
- Annie's front and running board are grey instead of the usual black.
- In the fourth illustration, Thomas' running board is white.
- Thomas' coal bunker is referred to as a "tender".
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Medal, Commemorative, Apollo 11
This Apollo 11 commemorative medal was minted in the Netherlands. Apollo 11 launched on July 16, 1969, and returned to Earth eight days later. It was the fifth human spaceflight in the program and the first to land humans on the Moon. Over 500 million people around the world watched Neil Armstrong's televised image and heard his voice as he took his historic first step on the Moon on July 20. Michael Collins and Edwin Aldrin, Jr. were the other two astronauts.
Space medal collector Thomas Becker donated the medal to the National Collection in 1972.
Gift of Thomas Becker
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This year will be my second year canning. Last year all I did was beets. This year I want to do strawberry and rhubarb jam. I want the jam to be healthy and as low sugar as possible. All the recipes I have seen use like 6-7 cups of sugar. Is there a way to can without sugar? I will not use Splenda - I don't believe in using genetically altered food. I don't use any artificial sweetners either.
Has anyone tried using Sucanat for canning? Any luck?
Is there a way to can strawberry jam without any sugar at all?
Any insights and/or recipes would be greatly appreciated.
on 6/7/2005 9:55:48 AM
Remember that sugar is a food preservative. I'd advise making jam with Sucanat only if you are able to get a reliable recipe from someone who has already done it successfully. What you might want to experiment with is called freezer jam. It has to be kept in the freezer before you open it, and in the refrigerator after is is opened. Those recipes use a lot less sugar, and should adapt to Sucanat better. But then you need the freezer space for the whole batch of jam.
on 6/7/2005 11:19:16 AM
I just saw that Ball has a pectin that you can use no sugar using fruit juice instead otherwise you can use Pomana's pectin available at health food stores to make the jam using any sweetener you like, but it uses less. You can use honey, juice or whatever.
on 6/7/2005 4:53:56 PM
If you do use less sugar you will want to make sure you really can them! Sometimes when you simply turn them over they will unseal later and ruin all your hard work as they will not last without sugar
on 6/8/2005 6:41:18 AM
I only use sucanat for our sugar except for making jams. I tried orange marmalade with the sucanat and none of it set. Soooo I won't try that again. The only way I'd try something different is if I can find someone who has used apple juice as the sweetener and can try some of their jam.
We do make freezer jams and yes they do use less sugar but it's still alot.
on 6/11/2005 12:34:25 AM
I once tried the sugar free pectin from SureJell or one of the standard ones and all the jams molded in the jar.
I make jam all the time now and I use the sugar, and just make sure to use less jam when I eat it.(HA!)
I made raspberry, blueberry, banana today. Mmmm
We made strawberry pecan last time, MMMmmmm
Blackberries and sour cherries are next pickings next week.
If you find an alternative that works....I'll buy it!
on 6/11/2005 12:40:58 PM
I use Pomona's Universal Pectin. You can use any sweetener or none at all. See their website for reasons why this is possible. I've been using it for almost 4 years now with great results.
on 6/11/2005 11:45:53 PM
THANKS!!!!! I'll try the Pomona's!
on 6/13/2005 12:11:41 PM
Thanks for posting about Pomona. I checked out the website, but I don't think I am going to try it. I don't want to add the preservative phosphate to my jams.
I would really like to try freezer jam as someone suggested, but freezer space is very limited. I guess I will just stick to the regular sugar method.
Thanks for all your responses.


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Sprint officially launches the HTC Touch Pro. October 26 will see it in stores
If Sprint's HTC Touch Diamond, currently available for $249.99 on a contract, is not enough for you, the US carrier has prepared something arguably better: HTC Touch Pro.
The Touch Pro was officially announced by Sprint and confirmed for commercial availability starting October 26. Only "select national retailers" will have the smartphone starting this date, though. The rest of Sprint's stores, as well as all of its sales channels, will begin selling the device on November 2.
HTC Touch Pro from Sprint will cost you $299.99, after a $100 mail-in rebate and the signing of a 2-yr contract agreement. You also have to get a data add-on of at least $25 per month to buy the handset at this price.
A Windows Mobile 6.1 runner, HTC Touch Pro offers a bit more than the Touch Diamond. First of all, it has a full QWERTY keyboard. Secondly, it allows you to extend its built-in memory via a MicroSD card slot and it also comes with a business card scanner application.
The rest of its specs include:
2.8 inch TFT touchscreen display, 640 x 480 pixels and 65K colors
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Stevenson Meets Slimmer, Trimmer Sanchez
Preview by Brady Crytzer
On Saturday, February 21st the UFC returns to London where it presents UFC 95: Sanchez vs. Stevenson. In this crossroads bout, TUF winners collide in an attempt to gain new life in the lightweight division. While Joe "Daddy" Stevenson has been a 155 pound mainstay, he faces a new kind of challenge as Diego "Nightmare" Sanchez makes his lightweight debut.
Can the former title challenger Stevenson successfully contend with the size and strength of a revamped Sanchez? Fightnews takes a look at the intangibles that make this fight one of the most interesting of 2009.
To say that either fighter is a stand up stand out is a stretch. But, for the purposes of analysis, Sanchez does have a 2006 KO over Joe Riggs to his credit. The fairest way to judge the striking of these men is to compare their natural ability to ground n' pound their opponents into oblivion. The edge in damaging blows from the top position falls to Sanchez. In almost all of his UFC victories, from his debut against Brian Gassaway to his recent TKO over Luigi Fioravanti, it has been the heavy hands of Sanchez that have been the most telling in relation to his stellar grappling attack.
Although Stevenson has busted up the competition in the past, as seen in his 2006 bloodbath victory over Yves Edwards, he won't be able to land on Sanchez that easily. "The Nightmare" is dropping down in weight for this bout and his physical strength advantage will allow him to control Stevenson long enough to drop heavy bombs.
Edge: Sanchez will enjoy a size and strength advantage that will manifest itself in his hard punches from the top position.
This sport is all about styles and the secret to his one is in the matchmaking. Both fighters have given us some of the best grappling wars in recent memory and that's a testament to their natural abilities.
As far as pure grappling goes, Joe Stevenson has recently reached a major milestone when he received his jiu jitsu black belt from Robert Drysdale in Las Vegas. Sanchez is a former state champion wrestler in his own right, but lacks the fundamentals of his opponent on February 21st. The real distinguishing characteristic in this bout is in the application. Stevenson tends to be a bit of a purist in his fights and is less willing to go for broke with a big shot once in a dominant position.
Sanchez however mixes basic fundamentals of position with an innate affinity to inflict damage that has proven to be a winning combination. Nevertheless, there is a distinct grappling edge in favor of the former title challenger Stevenson.
Edge: Stevenson's pedigree and wrestling background overshadows Sanchez's well-rounded attack.
Although Stevenson did make a run at the lightweight title in the past, Sanchez has been in the spotlight for most of his career. Both of these fighters have had the benefits of winning The Ultimate Fighter, so attention and expectations are nothing new here. This fight comes down to momentum. Joe Stevenson is coming off of an loss in November where he was dominated and submitted by Kenny Florian. Sanchez however hasn't lost a fight since August of 2007. While Stevenson has fought at 170 before, he has looked smaller than ever in his last two bouts. This is not a good thing when your opponent is a reasonably large welterweight transitioning to a huge lightweight.
This will be seen as Stevenson's fight to lose despite the fact that Sanchez enjoys many advantages on paper. Sanchez has had three round grappling wars with Karo Parysian and Nick Diaz in the past, so this one will certainly hit the floor. Watch for Diego's size and strength to pose serious problems for Stevenson.
This fight appears to be a decision win for Albuquerque's "Nightmare," but a strong commitment to landing punches from the top will result in a late TKO.
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