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"The Sixties saw a revolution among youth-not just concentrating in small pockets or classes, but a revolution in a whole way of thinking. The youth got it first and the next generation second. The Beatles were part of the revolution, which is really an evolution, and is continuing. We were all on this ship-a ship going to discover the New World. And the Beatles were in the crow's nest."
John Lennon was fifteen when he started the band that would become the Beatles. He was twenty-four when he became one of the most celebrated pop stars in Britain. He was twenty-five when he first walked on American soil, already internationally famous in places he had never even dreamed of traveling to. And he was thirty by the time it had all ended. His remembrance of his time in the crow's nest is one of nostalgia and warmth, bookending an era when he and his band mates were self-proclaimed, "kings of the jungle." Much more than that, it is a beautiful eulogy from the group's founding member.
Lennon's assessment has the very same qualities as any verse he or his band mates ever created: sentimental but composed, romantic but measured. Allowing that push and pull to be present in their music is what had set the group apart from the very beginning. It would seem that anytime the Beatles did anything, however mundane or grandiose, they were progressing. Every move they made was just one more step up the ladder, quietly paving the way for something grandeur than anything the world had ever seen. Throughout their entire career, they had consistently altered the definition of art and the very way in which the world consumes it. Consciously and unconsciously, both by default and by design, the change that they heralded is immeasurable. Alexander the Great did not conquer as much land as they had. But after fifty years worth of books, essays and documentaries, all trying to perfectly sum up who they were and what it all meant, Kinks frontman Ray Davies provided the most insight into what had made them so fearless:
"Paul McCartney was one of the most competitive people I've ever met. Lennon wasn't. He just thought everyone else was shit."
The wind did not change direction as often as the Beatles did. But the changes of 1966 would prove to be seminal. Released in August, Revolver ushered in a new chapter in their development. Aside from propelling them into the second phase of their career, their sixth studio album would also be their most collaborative. Their decision to stop playing live shows and focus solely on making albums had proved to be creatively freeing. In a 1971 interview with Melody Maker, longtime Beatles producer George Martin spoke about the changing approach:
". . . by this time we were so established that we could afford to take risks. . . if people didn't like it, hard luck. It was . . . an indulgence, if you like, and we thought it was worthwhile."
Revolver is a watershed moment because it unknowingly gave birth to genres of music that did not exist yet. Baroque pop, acid rock and world music are all classifications that were made long after the album's release. In addition to introducing new styles that were quickly embraced by their contemporaries, the album is the first Beatles release to fully embrace the surreal. Utilizing tape loops, backwards guitar, and a host of sound effects, the group deliberately injected the songs with an otherworldly feel. Like painters mixing color on a palette, they composed arrangements to mimic shades of melancholy, joyousness and every thing in between. The diverse collection of songs made Revolver akin to stained glass, the jagged edges smoothed out just enough to piece together something that could only be experienced as a whole.
But what if the Beatles had decided on a different direction ?
"That's the music that inspired me to play music. There is nothing conceptually better than rock and roll. No group, be it Beatles, Dylan or Stones have ever improved on "Whole Lot of Shaking" for my money. Or maybe I'm like our parents: that's my period and I dig it and I'll never leave it."
While he could be sharp tongued about what didn't impress him, John Lennon proudly wore his influences on his sleeve. In countless interviews throughout the course of his life, Lennon kindly championed his peers and the rock songs that first shook him. But he was particularly vocal about his enduring love for the music of his youth. In his final years, he was known to stand in front of his prized Wurlitzer jukebox, which had been meticulously stocked with all of his childhood favorites, the only recent song on it being Blondie's "The Tide Is High." Ever since the Beatles hit it big, Elvis Presley's early recordings on Sun Records had been recognized as the chief influence on a fifteen year old Lennon. But before he wanted to be Elvis, John wanted to be Buddy Holly. And long after he wanted to be Elvis, he wanted to be Smokey Robinson.
As they grew as songwriters and musicians, John Lennon, Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney and George Harrison developed varied musical tastes that overlapped as often as they didn't. But none of them ever lost their enthusiasm for the music that had first bonded them together: American R and B. Reflecting on their days playing residencies at the clubs in Hamburg, Germany, Paul McCartney boasted that Ray Charles' "What'd I Say" had a riff that the Beatles "could keep going for hours." Their early albums also paid homage to their love of Motown, featuring covers of the Shirelles, Marvelettes and Smokey Robinson and the Miracles. Despite all the musical changes they went through as a band, their adoration for rhythm and blues never waivered.
"Because the best stuff is primitive enough and has no bullshit."
When talking about the music that inspired him, John Lennon often noted the simplicity and energy of early records, a feeling the Beatles had always strived to capture. For all of the pioneering feedback, sound effects and orchestration featured on their recordings, peeling back the layers will always leave you with something that feels complete, energetic and simple.
Founded in 1957, Stax Records is located in Memphis, Tennessee. Famous for their blues, funk and gospel recordings, they were destined to be in competition with Berry Gordy's Motown Records. And they were. But despite being occasionally overshadowed by their neighbors in Detroit, Stax found it's own success. The studios were home to a slew of iconic artists including Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Albert King and the Staples Singers. Musicians wanted to record there because it was an opportunity to create a singular sound that could not be replicated. The building that housed Stax was formerly a movie theater, and the floor was sloped where the seats once were. This effectively made the room imbalanced, which in turn created a deep well of a sound. The results are so unique that music historian Rob Bowman has claimed that soul fans can tell almost immediately if a song was recorded there. It was only a matter of time before Stax caught the attention of the biggest band in the world.
When Brian Epstein flew to Memphis in March of 1966, official work on Revolver had yet to begin. But the group was set on recording at Stax, impressed by album's that were recorded there, and feeling irritated with equipment problems at Abbey Road. Sonically, they felt they needed to go elsewhere to achieve the sound they wanted. Before leaving Memphis, Epstein booked the studio for two weeks in April and arranged housing for the band. But before the group ever arrived, the news had leaked to the press. The studios were besieged with onlookers and bombarded by songwriters hoping to impress the group with their own original material. Blaming security concerns, all plans to record there were immediately called off. The group briefly considered recording in New York at Atlantic Studios and even at Motown in Detroit, but no bookings were ever made.
On April 7, the second day of recording what would become Revolver, the Beatles laid down early versions on the McCartney-penned "Got To Get You Into My Life." The track was the first Beatles recording to incorporate brass and had a loose vocal style reminiscent of the Motown records they loved. The version used on the album is pristine, although it's hard not to think about what the rest of Revolver would have sounded like had it not been recorded in England. Would it have been the band's ultimate homage to American music? Would "Tomorrow Never Knows" have ever been recorded? Would it have been any good?


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Think of our Military Brothers and Sisters that will not be home for Christmas this year as they are fighting for our freedom and never forget the ones that gave the ultimate sacrifice for all of us.
I personally know 10 soldiers (family and friends) that have been deployed, some that are on there 3rd tour and volunteered for that. Only one of those 10 is home for Christmas this year and thankfully none have been lost.

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HFA Hepatitis C Strategy
HFA hepatitis C strategy
HFA is currently working on a national strategy to understand the needs of the bleeding disorders community affected by hepatitis C, to develop a plan to meet these needs and put the plan into action.
Needs assessment
Needs of the person with a bleeding disorder who has hepatitis C, or has had hepatitis C and cleared the virus, can be quite individual and can vary in different parts of Australia. To get a better sense of the range of people's needs, HFA has had discussions with many different people and organisations:
- Haemophilia Foundations around Australia
- Focus groups in several states/territories with people with bleeding disorders affected by hepatitis C and their partners or family
- HFA Hepatitis C Advisory Group: experts nominated from the bleeding disorders community and professionals specialising in bleeding disorders and/or hepatitis C
- Haemophilia and hepatitis C health professionals and community workers
The results of the HFA hepatitis C needs assessment were released in a report titled: "A double whammy": living with a bleeding disorder and hepatitis C .
Click here for more details of the HFA hepatitis C needs assessment.
At the beginning of the needs assessment, HFA recognised that several issues need to be acted on immediately. HFA:
- Developed a hepatitis C section on the HFA web site
- Produced an introductory information booklet on hepatitis C specifically for the bleeding disorders community
- Worked with community and health professional groups on education, awareness and treatment advocacy for the Australian bleeding disorder community, and on education for health professionals
HFA Hepatitis C Strategy
Information from the HFA hepatitis C needs assessment is being used to develop HFA's strategic response to hepatitis C. This includes:
- Further education and information for the community and health care professionals
- Recommendations and advocacy about support, access to services
- Government submissions for policy change and/or funding for services
What have been the results so far?
- Submission to government on access to hepatitis C retreatment and support before, during and after treatment for people with bleeding disorders
- Brief fact sheets on hepatitis C
- Education sessions on hepatitis C issues for the community and haemophilia health professionals at the Haemophilia Conference 2007
- Series of short articles with personal stories from 'Double Whammy' Report in HFA magazine National Haemophilia in 2008
- 'Double Whammy' Report distributed widely to the community, health professionals, government and other stakeholders to raise awareness of the issues.
HFA has also sought expert advice on the complex finance and insurance issues facing people with bleeding disorders affected by hepatitis C.
In the first half of 2008 HFA asked the bleeding disorders community and health professionals for feedback on the hepatitis C work HFA had completed by that stage. This was through:
- Focus groups in a number of states/territories
- Your Say feedback form/survey
- Consultation with Haemophilia Foundations, Hepatitis Councils and haemophilia and hepatitis health professionals
Summary of the evaluation results
Getting it right: Hepatitis C needs assessment evaluation and implementation report (PDF, 259KB)
Future plans
HFA is currently working on priority resources and education and seeking further funding for some of these projects:
- Revision of HFA hepatitis C information sheet/fact sheets on priority issues
- Revising the Hepatitis Australia discrimination and disclosure booklets for the bleeding disorders community (permission granted by HA)
- Wellbeing weekend
HFA is also undertaking other strategic work, including on financial issues and advocacy for services, support and education. We will report on the outcome of this work in the HFA National Haemophilia magazine and on this web site.
HFA is working collaboratively with its member Haemophilia Foundations, with the Haemophilia Centres around Australia and with Australian and state/territory Hepatitis Councils to achieve common goals for the bleeding disorders community affected by hepatitis C.


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When you walk through the wood and glass doors, it's a trip back to 1924 when the Plankinton Arcade, Milwaukee's first mall, was still young and the downtown was alive. The store still has the original woodwork it had when John Daly first opened the doors to his pen shop. Daly's Pen Shop is like a time capsule and inside, very little has changed since its address was 4 Plankinton Arcade.
But today, inside Daly's Pen Shop at the Shops of Grand Avenue, something new has been added. A table in the center of the store featuring clearance items, including a selection of high quality pens and pencils, are on sale for up to 50%.
That's because Daly's, America's oldest pen shop, is closing its downtown location. Not because the business is struggling, but because the Shops of Grand Avenue is struggling. While the interior of Daly's has remained timeless, outside its walls time has continued to tick forward, bringing unrelenting change. Last October the mall sold at auction for a paltry $8.5 million. Daly's and T.J. Maxx are the only retail stores left in the Plankinton Arcade side of a mall that when it opened to much pomp in 1982 housed 80 specialty stores and boasted the largest food court in Wisconsin and stood as a cornerstone to revitalizing downtown Milwaukee.
The bankruptcy of Linens 'n Things in 2008, which was one of the largest tenants in the Plankinton Arcade, and the closing of the neighboring Old Navy store in 2009 took a toll on foot traffic past the pen shop and owner Brad Bodart had to take a long, hard look at the historic downtown location.
Daly's Pen Shop will not be going out of business, however. They will move all their retail operations to their second location at 7632 W. Burleigh Street, which they had opened in 2012. Bodart said most of his customers find the Burleigh location more convenient and they don't have to pay for parking, as they would at the downtown location.
Daly's, in fact, has an online presence at www.dalyspenshop.com, which accounts for 70% of their sales.
The clearance sale runs through October 10th, so if you're in the area, stop in, pick up some great deals on some high quality writing instruments and imagine what it must have been like to shop at Daly's through the ages, rubbing elbows with Milwaukee's movers and shakers, with dignitaries and celebrities, such as Red Skelton, Jerry Lewis, and even Bishop Fulton Sheen.
Because come December when the lease expires, all that will be left of 90 years of downtown Milwaukee retail history and memories will be just another empty store inside a dying mall.


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Exactly a century ago, Charles R. Childs became Chicago's first documentary photographer.
Starting in 1908 and continuing through 1912, Childs went block by block, neighborhood by neighborhood creating one of the most exhaustive photographic records in Chicago history—compiling more than 5,000 penny postcards that show what Chicago looked like.
Now, in this second volume, Childs' work has been gathered in the book Charles R. Childs' Chicago, The Near North Side , a comprehensive documentation of Childs' work and a remarkable look at a city frozen in time. This first volume contains dozens of never-before-published photographs of street scenes in what is now called the River North, Gold Coast, and Streeterville neighborhoods.
The book shows a very different city. Houses in the more affluent neighborhoods were still new; the automobile had not yet taken over the streets and the captains of industry still lived close to downtown. The city possesed an idyllic atmosphere.
This book is the second volume of Childs' work and shows many unique views of ordinary streets not documented by anyone else.
In 1908, the C. R. Childs Company was the leading manufacturer of real-photo postcards in Chicago. Childs captured thousands of neighborhood images, known as real-photo postcards during the postcard craze of 1908-12. Now, one hundred years later, these rare images are highly sought after by collectors. To create this book, two major photo collectors worked together to document and share Childs' rich body of work. Perry Casalino and John Graf compiled the book with an introduction by Russell Lewis, the Chief Historian at the Chicago History Museum.
The first volume, Charles R. Childs' Chicago The Near South Side and Douglas, is also available on blurb.com.
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Something happened that is potentially good. But lets start at the beginning. In the past few weeks i have been lacking energy and willpower. Eating was eating (I mean i was eating a lot) and exercising was hard (i mean i didn't exercise). I decided to let go of exercise and focus on the food part (i know exercise is important but it's 80% nutrition and 20% exercise, so i decided that with the little energy that i have, i should pick the more important one sice doing both is verwhelming). But i couldn't stick to my decision to eat the amount of calories i set up (which is 1200 kcal) because i constantly overate.
SO, fast forward to the day before yesterday: we went to a doctor with David. He has a problem with his skin, it's not a big deal but it's on his face and head, it started about 7-8 years ago, plenty of dermatologists have been visited without any of them being able to help. So a few months ago David's mom sees on TV a show about health and illnesses, and a herbalist (i don't know the proper name for this, a doctor who cures naturally, with plants and natural products, with special nutrition and emphacises positive thinking)...so a herbalist describes David's symptoms EXACTLY, and he also tells that this is something that dermatologists diagnose what David was diagnosed with by all the dermatologists he went to, but none could cure it. SO we tracked down this guy, he's 76 years old and lives at 3,5 hrs trainride from here, so we decided to go to him, maybe he can help David. We went and the guy (besides prescribing special herbal things and pills) told David this:
no more:
- sugar (no honey, no FRUITS besides apples, no sweets of any kind)
- no meat (besides fish)
- no dairy products
This was really tough for David because he lives for sweets and meat was a fundamental part of his nutrition too. But this probably is the reason why he ended up with this skin problem (and he also has other smaller problems with digestion, etc), so he understands that he has to do this.
And i decided to do it too. I'm not taking the pills and herbal teas and other things of course (because they aren't the best for everybody and they are also freakin' expensive) but i am skipping sweets and meat (i'm not cutting milk and yogurt but i will cut all other dairy products too - luckily David doesn't like milk and yogurt so it won't tempt him when he opens the fridge).
I wouldn't want to have a lot of things in the house that would be tempting for him, i know how hard it is when something you really like is forbidden but it's right in front of you, it will also be easier to cook this way, and this meal plan will be beneficial for me too, i hope that this way it will be easier to stay on track. I also found it hard to say no to sweets and bad stuff that he was constantly eating, so from now on it will be much easier for me too.
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I hope you can both help each other stick to this diet. I would have trouble, cause I love my sugar...even if it is just once in a while. And I am beginning to really like fresh fruit. My IBS is even liking it. Strange!! Good luck!
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On May 12, 2010, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Health Canada, and Step2 Company LLC announced a safety recall of approximately 2.5 million ride-on buggy toys, citing a risk of serious injury to children if a defective pin on the handle of the buggy comes loose and allows the handle to detach from the buggy. If the handle detaches from the buggy, the buggy can roll away and pose a serious danger to children riding in the toy.
According to the CPSC, there have been 28 reports of the handles detaching when the pins loosened, with two incidents requiring emergency medical treatment and 26 reports of minor scrapes and scratches to children.
The recall affects the following models of Step2 ride-on toys that have a yellow knob on the handle of the buggy:
- Push Around Buggy (model numbers 715700, 792300, 7923TA, 7923OR, 796600, and 7966TA)
- Whisper Ride Buggy (model numbers 768400, 882900, and 885700)
Sold in various retail stores nationwide from August 1999 through March 2010, the buggies were available in orange, red, blue, pink, and green and cost between $29 and $59. Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled buggies immediately and contact Step2 at 866-860-1887 for a free repair kit.
Buggies with a handle attached by a bolt and screw are not affected by the safety recall, the company's website said. Only models with a pin and yellow plastic knob have been recalled.
In April 2010, Step2 Company announced a Basic Rhythms Drum toy recall that affected 21,000 toys, due to a choking hazard for young children. Step2 owns Infantino LLC, the company that issued a recall of more than 1 million baby slings in March of this year, after the CPSC discovered that the Infantino baby slings had caused at least three deaths in 2009.


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Rated 5 out of 5 by VT82Weezie Love it so much, I keep trying to buy it again Love it so much, I keep trying to buy it again. Seriously, every time I look for a companion piece to go with this print, which I already have, I try to buy this print again. I've had friends tell me that what I picked out looks exactly like what I already have and I didn't believe it myself until I brought a picture of it from the web in the room. and compared it. I was so pleasantly surprised when I received this because I didn't know what to expect off the Internet. I just love it and get many compliments on it. I tried to find another piece I like just as much, but could not do so and purchased a mirror instead. I highly recommend it July 20, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by Kindermom Perfect accent Love the colors and mood of this print. The frame is heavy and well-made. Packaging was thorough and product came quickly. Having purchased prints and had them professionally framed before, this was a great value, especially for the size. My only "wish" is that the framing had included anti- glare glass, but I like it enough that I may replace it myself. May 23, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by Laura14394 Beautiful Statement Piece We purchased this piece to hang in a semi-formal dining room. The colors and frame are extremely versatile so it would work in almost any space. It's a wonderfully sized piece, large enough to be the anchor image. Considering the size, it's also a great value at this price point. September 3, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by California66 Beautiful and serene I saw this in the store today and am going back tonight to buy it. We'll be moving into a new home soon, and I've just gotten new monocromactic sateen bedding in a taupe shade. I think this print will look beautiful above our bed -- colorful but still serene, and the price is very reasonable. I think this print would also look good above a mantel. It fits in very well with the other botanical-inspired artwork we have in our home. November 21, 2011
Rated 5 out of 5 by bagbag Prettier in my home I needed a large wall decor in my dining area. I fell in love with this print when I saw it in the store because it had all the colors in my living area. When I got it home both my husband and son really liked it. It looks even better hung, makes my room look a little more formal. Even a week later my son would walk by and say "I really like that picture. It looks really nice!" Enough said. November 15, 2011
Rated 5 out of 5 by from house to home Perfect for my living room I purchased this print today and I am in love with it! I am going to hang it above the console table in my living room. It is a beautiful contemporary piece and would make a great focal point in any room. The colors are good for all seasons. Looks expensive too. I highly recommend it! August 3, 2011
Rated 4 out of 5 by JRowe Beautiful Pic, Bad Frame I purchased this beautiful picture 2 weeks ago after shopping many weeks for just the right one for my newly remodeled house. It had stuck in my mind and I realized I just need to go back to World Market and get it. It brings color and excitment to the room, gives you many choices for accent colors, but my frame was coming apart in one bottom corner. I pushed it back together and now it's coming apart at the top corner. I looked through several to fine one unscratched frame, but obviously I'm heading back to replace it. It's the perfect picture, just watch the workmanship of the frame-the only reason I didn't give it 5 stars. You won't regret this choice. April 21, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5 by Cost Plus Fan! Very versatile! This print is hanging in my living room and brings all the large, solid color furniture pieces together. It gives me the opportunity to change the 'pop' accent colors in the room on a whim and I feel like I have a new room. I love the finish on the frame and it is a great piece for the price. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is when you glance at it when walking by, it seems a little busy. You have to take a moment to look at it to really appreciate all its complexity. December 29, 2011
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If your favorite team loses on Opening Day, like the Twins did last night, it is easy (in the excitement of the moment) to make snap judgements based on the rest of the season. Basically, no one wants to start out 0-1. However, that is the great thing about the sport of baseball. You're going to lose 60, win 60, and really it's what you do with the other 42 that make the difference.
Tonight, the Twins had a nice bounce-back from that first-game loss on Monday night.
On the pitching side, Nick Blackburn successfully navigated (despite a Torii Hunter bomb) a very solid Angels lineup and, while not pitching deep into the game, kept the Twins in it and gave them a chance to win.
The offense came from homers by Mauer, Morneau, and newcomer J.J. Hardy on a blustery night in LA. It was nice to see the lefty M&Ms tag a lefty pitcher for dingers.
This Angels club is still the class of the AL West (at least until they are seriously challenged), so getting out with a split would be a pretty successful series to open the year. That would require a win tomorrow night…
Preview (1-1, 3rd, 0.5 GB CWS & DET): Carl Pavano (0-0, 0.00 ERA) vs. Ervin Santana (0-0, 0.00 ERA).
-Don't really like the new road uniforms. Makes the boys look too much like the Washington Nationals, if you ask me.
Good Deal
Well, for the first time since Shannon Stewart was acquired from the Toronto Blue Jays back in 2003, the Minnesota Twins finally pulled the trigger on a mid-season addition, this time in the form of A's shortstop Orlando Cabrera:
Personally, I think this is a GREAT move for the Twins to have made, as Cabrera plays great defense and hits, at .280, rougly 70-80 points better than Nick Punto on any given day. Plus, he is on a terror with the bat (.377 this month) right now, so maybe we're getting him just when he is starting to peak this year.
Back in '03, when Stewart came on board, the Twins miraculously went from a team almost out of contention, to one that won the division almost going away. It's amazing what a little excitement (from a big trade) can do for the players on a team. Shannon brought the leadoff presence that year, while now Cabrera brings offense out of the #2 hole in the lineup (exactly what we need).
What will be interesting is how Harris, Casilla, and Punto will be used now that Orlando is in town. Harris was terrible at the second sack last year, but can (and will) play third when (not if, unfortunately) Crede needs to be out of the lineup. That leaves Punto and Casilla at second, and assuming Gardy doesn't stroke out in the near future, we all know what that means (although batting ninth, one is probably just as good as the other).
By the way, I attended the first two Twins/Sox games at the Dome earlier this week, and really, is there any better feeling than sweeping the Sox?! Hey, maybe we can give the Angels a little payback this time around now that Cabrera is on our side!
Other deadline deals:
-Victor Martinez is on the verge of going to the Red Sox.
-Halladay is still a Jay (two minutes to go!)
-Tigers acquired starter Jarrod Washburn
Preview (52-50, 2nd, 2.0 GB DET): Ervin Santana (3-6, 7.29) vs. Nick Blackburn (8-5, 3.75). No Cabrera yet tonight, but Blackie might not need him.
In The Big Inning
Besides the pun, I could have just as easily titled this blog post "Out Of Our League", as that is exactly what the Twins are when playing the Angels.
Yesterday, it was the pitching of John Lackey shutting us down. Today, it was one inning that led to our undoing.
In the bottom of the fourth, with the Twins actually leading 2-0 thanks to a Jason Kubel dinger, the Angels scored nine runs against Nick Blackburn and R.A. Dickey. At one point, after the Izturis home run, Gardy actually turned his back to the field in disgust (I thought he was going to stroke out.
This was probably the most action that happened all day (from a Twins fans' perspective, of course):
A week ago, while the Twins were still in the thick of things in the AL Central (how quickly things can change, huh?), I purchased tickets to the Monday and Tuesday night games next week against the White Sox. Now, I'm just hoping that the division isn't already cinched up by then.
Preview (48-50, 3rd, 2.0 GB CWS): Anthony Swarzak (2-3, 4.15) vs. Ervin Santana (3-5, 7.29). I fully expect a sweep, so a victory would just be icing at this point.


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SWANS ISLAND - Ruth Elizabeth "Betty" Ames, 89, died Nov. 24, 2013, with her family around her at a Bangor hospital. She was born Dec. 14, 1923, in Rockland, a daughter of Ernest Albert and Aletha Pearl (Hyler) Munro.
Betty grew up in Rockland, graduating from Rockland High School in 1942. She and her family moved to Bangor in 1959 with many happy and active years there before retiring to Swans Island more than 30 years ago. While in Bangor she was an involved member of All Souls Congregational Church as well as many other community activities. Upon moving to Swans Island she continued her involvement with the community churches, participating in the Ladies Aid and always willing to volunteer for any community event. She was the quintessential homemaker whose life was centered around her family and home. Betty was an accomplished seamstress, knitter, baker, especially known for her "apple pies." She was an avid sports fan who supported local and University of Maine teams as well as the Red Sox, Celtics, and Patriots.
She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Bradford of Swans Island; sons, B. Daniel Ames and partner, Marie, of Bangor, and Scott Ames of Rochester Hills, Mich.; daughters, Susan Speirs and husband, Rob, Katherine Domingo and husband, Roger, all of Cumberland, and Pamela Ames of Hermon; sister, Patricia Clements of Uncasville, Conn.; ten grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
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SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – March 12, 2010 – The Institute for Energy Efficiency at UC Santa Barbara today announced the initial speaker lineup for the second annual Santa Barbara Summit on Energy Efficiency, to be held at the Four Seasons Biltmore in Santa Barbara on May 12-13, 2010. The Summit will bring together global leaders and stakeholders in energy efficiency technology, implementation, and policy for two days of in-depth discussions and industry updates in this fast-moving sector. Confirmed keynote speakers thus far include:
• Dan Reicher, Director of Climate Change and Energy Initiatives, Google.org
• Richard Newell, Administrator, U.S. Energy Information Administration
• Michael Peevy, President, California Public Utilities Commission
Additional speakers and panelists confirmed thus far include:
• Gene Rodrigues, Director of Energy Efficiency, Southern California Edison
• Joe Pettus, Senior Vice President of Fuel and Energy Operations, Safeway
• Rich Wolski, Chief Technology Officer & Co-founder of Eucalyptus Systems Inc
• Michael Lebby, President & CEO, Optoelectronics Industry Development Association
"Energy efficiency is a critical strategy in the quest for a sustainable energy future—but meaningful efficiencies can't happen without collaboration between research, investment, and policy." said John Bowers, Director of the Institute. "The Summit is bringing together key players in industry, academia, venture capital, and government, to accelerate energy efficiency technologies and initiatives."
The Summit agenda will focus on the most promising energy efficiency technologies and their implementation, along with the role of government in fostering innovation and commercialization. Technology areas of focus include: energy production and storage, lighting, building systems, computing, and electronics.
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Try GMapCatcher https://code.google.com/p/gmapcatcher/. It has support for downloading maps from various providers, including OpenStreetMaps. I found it to be quite fast even when browsing online, as compared to the web version of google maps.
It has lots of options (https://code.google.com/p/gmapcatcher/wiki/User_Guide). I have not tested all of them, but it seems to be promising.
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On Tuesday night's episode of "Face Off", the makeup artists were given the task of creating a robot makeup based on a profession in the future. Tyler chose surgeon, Daran photographer, Rashaad firefighter, Niko construction worker, and George hairdresser. Except for Rashaad, all the artists have been winners in previous challenges; nevertheless, Rashaad has received much praise and have been at the top often.
They all were aware that there is no room for error with only 5 remaining and the slightest mistake can end their stay in the competition. It is refreshing to see the camaraderie and above all respect that these artists have for one another, and even go as far as assisting another when it is needed and time allows.
Then it was time for the judges to see the final products and Tyler's surgeon was futuristic and imaginative with much attention to detail. Rashaad's firefighter was magnificent down to the detail of showing wear and tear of one who has battled many fires. Daran's photographer, showed very little imagination and what diminished his own work even further was his claim to not being proficient in robot creation rather than just standing by his work and giving details as to what each detail meant. Niko's construction worker missed some aspects of dimension, and George was praised for his hairdresser who looked futuristic indeed and ready to work on anyone's hair.
Rashaad received his long overdue win and at the bottom were Daran and Niko, but Glenn Hetrick pointed out that actually only one makeup artist was on the bottom and that was Daran who was sent home.
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By 1:18pm on Jan. 2, the first official working day of the year, Canada's top 100 CEOs will have already pocketed $45,448, according to the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA).
In 2011, the top 100 CEOs pocketed an average of $7,695,625 while the average Canadian wage was $45,488 — and the average woman's wage was $39,136 — said the CCPA factsheet Overcompensating: Executive Pay in Canada.
The top 100 CEOs received dividends averaging an estimated $1,059,782 on top of their pay.
In 2011, the top 50 CEOs earned an average of 235 times more than the average Canadian. In comparison, in 1995, Canada's top 50 CEOs made an average of 85 times the average pay, said CCPA.
Canada's highest-paid CEOs in 2011
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Total compensation
Frank Stronach, Magna
Michael Pearson, Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl.
Robert Quartermain, Pretium Resources
Bradley Shaw, Shaw Communications
Ned Goodman, Dundee
Rick George, Suncor Energy
Donald Walker, Magna International
Gerald Schwartz, Onex
Robert Friedland, Ivanhoe Mines
Peter Marrone, Yamana Gold
A pay clock showing how much the average worker and top CEO have earned so far can be found at The Clash for the Cash: CEO vs. Average Joe.


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There are lots of words that people use to describe their favorite shoes: comfortable, stylish, cool, versatile...the list goes on. But there are two words that might be missing from your footwear vocabulary: Vionic and orthotic.
Vionic has released a new line of performance-technology enhanced footwear has a number of styles under $100, making them a great Father's Day gift idea and affordable enough to even add a pair to your own wardrobe.
The new Vionic with Orthaheel Technology collection caters to the competitor within every man, providing unparalleled technology to move him forward one step at a time. The handsome craftsmanship of the Vionic men's footwear line is balanced with renowned medical heritage that has shaped the trusted Orthaheel technology. Created by Australian sports podiatrist, Phillip Vasyli, each pair of Vionic shoes conceals within its footbed a breakthrough orthotic technology proven to help reduce over-pronation, which can relieve associated pain and increase functionality and performance in every step. Vionic with Orthaheel Technology sandals and shoes have the APMA Seal of Acceptance.
Vionic recently sent over a pair of the Bryson casual lace-up to experience it first hand--or first foot--and for someone who would have never thought of entertaining the idea of wearing a shoe marketed as being an orthotic, these shoes made me rethink my footwear prejudices.
When I put them on the first time, they were a bit stiff as many shoes are but otherwise just felt really comfortable. I wore them for four days straight walking around downtown and was quite impressed by them. From a feel perspective, it's hard to say they felt anything that would make me think orthotic, until I realized I had been wearing them all day long and with probably three miles of walking, and my feet felt fresh and almost peppy.
The secret comes from what the company calls First Ray Technology, which assists forefoot mobility and gait efficiency, as well as the lightweight, flexible dual density EVA footbed that absorbs shock, thus reducing stress on feet, ankles and knees.
The Vionic Bryson also impresses from a style perspective; while they are casual, they could work with a casual Friday outfit to most weekend outfits and are a huge improvement over the all-white sneakers that have become all too common on guys' feet. The textile uppers were easy to clean and keep looking like they had just come out of the box.
But it's not just about shoes for daily wear, as one of Vionic's other core lines focuses on recovery after sports or other intensive activities that take a toll on feet. Vionic's active recovery sandals offer sports podiatrist-designed support to help ease feet and legs. Bio-mechanically contoured, motion control footbed made from dual-density EVA for stability in the rear foot and cushioning in the heel and forefoot.
The full collection from Vionic also includes sandals for beach and casual wear, dress shoes for the office and orthotic inserts that you can slip inside your existing shoes. There's also a collection for women as well.
The collection ranges in price from $59.95 to $249.95 and is available online at www.vionicshoes.com, as well as Zappos.com, Dillards and select retail shoe stores across North America.


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After calling this a jam jar for many years, I have spotted it in the booklet that David Schaefer and Jeff Kolodey put together for their exhibit at the 2012 Conference. It is shown on Page 11 as #13 Mustard for White Granite Staples.
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I was looking at the Trek 7 and 8 series bikes, which varied in price between $570 and $900 at a local bike shop. I have never owned a road bike before, but checked this site out based on a family member's suggestion. I took a shot on this (reviews were great, price was even better). So far, I have completed over 100 miles in 3 weeks, and I love this bike. I had a kickstand installed when the bike shop built it, and also picked up a gel seat (agreed with the other reviews that the stock seat was very uncomfortable). I use the bike mainly on the roads, it handles dirt/gravel better than I expected, but I only drive through that since some of the roads around here are rough from the winter. I have already recommended it to 2 people who are looking for a similar platform road bike.
Quality Bike For The Cost
By Joe
from Brooklyn, NY
About Me Commuter
I ride this bike around Brooklyn, NY for errands, a couple of times a week to work (which includes a trip over the Manhattan Bridge), or for occasional recreational bar hopping type days.For the cost, so far, it's great. But take it to a shop and get it set up after you attempt to put it together. The documentation in the box and online isn't great, and you'll probably do something wrong that you'll need fixed.
Good bike for the price
By Chrish4011
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Was looking for the most bike I could get in this price range. Wanted something to ride with the kids/use to workout but better than a box store. I found this bike online and glad I purchased.Would recommend to others.Only issue I noticed is the pedals are low to the ground so taking hard turns fast will cause the pedals to scrape the ground.
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I really enjoy this bike, I'm 5'10" with 30" inseam, so short in the leg and long in the torso and the 21" frame fits me great and in my opinion is the correct size. Out of the box, only the brakes needed tuning/attention. I had hard shifts on the front derailleur but after a little cable stretch it settled down. Components that I found uncomfortable where the pedals (too small), seat (too hard), and grips (too chunky). Otherwise, its performs great as a basic bike for exercise and getting around town on streets and paths.
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More Value than cost
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I was looking for something to ride with the family, and perhaps a little casual travel. This fit the bill. Easy to assemble, easy to ride, easy to upgrade. I'm 5'11", and ordered the 21 inch frame. The 19" frame was probably the correct size. This is a good all around bicycle, better than big box store quality, lower price.
Nice bargain bike
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I got this bike to ride around town. It's great, I can just grab a helmet and go. I replaced the very uncomfortable seat and put on a rack. It's nothing fancy, but a good ride and fabulous for the price.
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Bought this for my townie/local rail trails... enjoyed it so much I added rack and pedals and traveled to Cumberland Md. Great ride... I can see a few components will get upgraded as they wear, but a great performing bike overall. Assembly was about an hour, all is well, just ordered a 2nd for wife.
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Despite a full page about pedal installation and numerous other pamphlets w/ unimportant documentation there are no printed assembly instructions. It took several customer service interactions before anyone would admit this. Just open the box and go straight to youtube.
Nice bike, great value, just enjoy it!!
Ok, no more changing shoes, shorts, shirt... I put it together, clamped the leg of my jeans, grabbed a helmet and went for a test ride...20 miles of smiles. I think I'm going to ride this to DC next spring... 500 miles from Akron. Upgrades will occur naturally, but this is a good solid value... commute, coffee, grocery runs, simple, inexpensive, "runabout"...
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Nokia invites us to see what's new with Symbian smartphones on April 12. Nokia E6?
Nokia will host a somewhat mysterious event next week (April 12) in London, where the company plans to unveil "what's new with Symbian smartphones."
Assuming the event is about a new device, it's quite possible that we'll see the Nokia E6-00 – you know, that leaked touchscreen QWERTY handset that has high chances to be released in the US.
Of course, the event could be about new software and not new hardware – Nokia promised big improvements for Symbian UI this year, so we might see just that.
In any case, this may be one of the last Symbian-centric events for Nokia, since the company will go the Windows Phone way from now.
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Election Day Sermons in the Founding Era
An interesting custom in colonial America, mostly in New England, was what they called "Election Day Sermons." Before every major election, a wise representative of the people, usually a clergyman, would offer advice to the people about the upcoming privilege of choosing their elected officials and would remind voters of the sacred duty they have in preserving liberty by only choosing those who reflected the ideals and values which made America great. The sermons would usually be given in churches, since that is where the largest congregations of people would be assembled, and it reflected the role of the clergy in warning the people of dangerous trends in society. Here are selections from some of those sermons.
Voters must choose those who are Virtuous and Moral
"Those who rule over others must be just, ruling in the fear of God. They ought to be so in their private capacity; maintaining a care to exhibit in their conduct towards all they are concerned with, a fair transcript of that fundamental law of the religion of Jesus, as well as eternal rule of natural justice.
"They must be just in their use of power; confining it within the limits prescribed in the constitution they are under. Whatever power they are vested with 'tis delegated to them according to some civil constitution. And this, so long as it remains the constitution, they are bound in justice to conform themselves to: To be sure, they ought not to act in violation of any of its main and essential rights.
"Another instance wherein rulers should be just respects the debts that may be due from the public. A government may be in debt, as well as private men. Their circumstances may be such, as to render it advisable for them to borrow money, either of other governments, or within themselves. Or, they may have occasion to make purchases, or to enter into contracts, upon special emergencies, which may bring them in debt. In which cases, the rule of justice is the same to magistrates, as to men in a private life. They must pay that which they owe, according to the true meaning of their engagements, without fraud or delay.
"Whatever wise and good ends might be proposed at first, and from time to time, in the emission of bills of credit,[the printing of paper money] they have proved, in the event, a cruel engine of oppression…. Sad is the case of your men of nominal salaries. And much to be pitied also are those widows and orphans, who depend on the loan of their money for a subsistence; while yet, these last, of all persons in the community, should be most carefully guarded against every thing that looks like oppression. This when widows and fatherless children are the persons wronged by is heinously aggravated in the sight of a righteous God; as may be collected from that emphatical prohibition, so often repeated in parts of the bible, "Thou shalt not oppress the widow, nor the fatherless." ("Civil magistrates Must be Just, Ruling in the Fear of God," by Charles Chauncy, D.D., May 27, 1747, Boston.)
If voters chose people based on the persuasions of politics rather than on the moral and intellectual quality of the candidates, then God will withdraw from the people
"If in the elections of this day, you have no regard to the intellectual powers, moral characters and qualifications of men: if from fear or favor, from party spirit or any sinister views, you knowingly make choice of those who want them; you will forsake God, and act without, or rather against, him; and give him just occasion to complain of you, as of his people of old; they have set up kings, but not by me, not by my direction and order, nor according to my will: they have made princes, and I knew it not: I approved it not. In this case, can you expect God's gracious presence with you?
"Should you, from a vain conceit of your own wisdom and sufficiency, forsake God, and ask neither his counsel nor blessing; or do it only in a formal, customary, complimental manner; you may justly fear, that God will forsake you, turn you over into the hands of your own counsels, leave you to the darkness and lusts of your own minds, mingle a perverse spirit in the midst of you, suffer parties to be formed, dissentions to prevail, and passion, self-interest, and a party spirit, rather than reason, justice, and a public spirit, to influence and govern you. In this case, your counsels will be carried headlong, and, in all probability, be extremely prejudicial, if not fatal, to the common-wealth." ("Presence of God with His People, their only Safety and Happiness," by Samuel Dunbar, May 28, 1760, Boston)
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the Natural Aristocracy for proven virtue and talents
"We have also a Jerusalem (America), adorned with brighter glories of divine grace, and with greater beauties of holiness, than were ever displayed, in the most august solemnities of the Hebrew-temple-worship; and presents, to our devout admiration, gratitude and praise, more excellent means of religion and virtue, peace and happiness, than ever called the attention of the assembled tribes of Israel. We enjoy all the privileges of a free government, the blessings of the gospel of peace, and the honors of the church of God. This is our Jerusalem.
"Happy the free and virtuous people, who pay strict attention to the natural aristocracy, which is the institution of heaven; and appears in every assembly of mankind, on whatever occasion, they are met together. Happy the people who have wisdom to discern the true patriot of superior abilities, in all his counsels ever manifesting a sincere regard to the public good, and never with a selfish view attempting to deceive them, into hurtful measures; and happy the people who distinguish him from the designing demagogue, who, while he sooths them in their vices, and flatters them with high notions of liberty, and of easing their burdens, is plunging them into the depths of misery and bondage.
"Never was union in counsel and in public exertions, more necessary in America, than at the present day. If we improve the advantages, which Providence has put into our hands, we may be a great and flourishing people, happy and united among ourselves, and our name be respectable among the nations. But, if we forget the God of our salvation, and neglect the means of virtue and religion, with which we are favored above any people on earth—if we are divided, and contend about every plan devised for strengthening the national union, and restoring the national honor and safety—if the several states, losing sight of the great end of the confederation, are influenced by mere local and partial motives, and if, in their respective and distinct jurisdictions, they forsake the paths of righteousness, we shall become the scorn and contempt of foreign nations, a prey to every bold invader; or fall by intestine divisions, till we sink into general ruin, and universal wretchedness. ("The Principles of Civil Union and Happiness Considered and Recommended," by Elizur Goodrich, L.L.D., Hartford, Connecticut, 1787)
Voters in the 13 colonies should heed the counsel Moses gave
to the 12 tribes of Israel in choosing their leaders
"There is a remarkable paragraph in the sacred writings, which may be very well accommodated to my present purpose, and merits particular attention. You have it in Deuteronomy 4:5-8:
"Behold, I have taught you statutes and judgments, even as the Lord my God commanded me, that ye should do so in the land whither ye go to possess it. Keep therefore and do them; for this is your wisdom and your understanding in the sight of the nations, who shall hear all these statutes, and say, surely this great nation is a wise and understanding people: for what nation is there so great, which hath God so nigh unto them as the Lord our God is in all things that we call upon him for? And what nation is there so great, which both statutes and judgments so righteous as all this law which I set before you this day."
"If I am not mistaken, instead of the twelve tribes of Israel, we may substitute the thirteen states of the American union, and see this application plainly offering itself… On the people, therefore, of these United States, it depends whether wise men, or fools, good or bad men, shall govern.... Therefore, I will now lift up my voice and cry aloud to the people....From year to year be careful in the choice of your representatives and the higher powers [offices] of government. Fix your eyes upon men of good understanding and known honesty; men of knowledge, improved by experience; men who fear God and hate covetousness; who love truth and righteousness, and sincerely wish for the public welfare.... Let not men openly irreligious and immoral become your legislators.... If the legislative body are corrupt, you will soon have bad men for counselors, corrupt judges, unqualified justices, and officers in every department who will dishonor their stations.... Never give countenance to turbulent men, who wish to distinguish themselves and rise to power by forming combinations and exciting insurrections against government...." ("The Republic of the Israelites, an Example to the American States," by Samuel Langdon, Concord, New Hampshire, 1788)
Voters should find those who will carry true religious convictions
evident in their private lives into their public lives
"When the great political characters in a community, give their uniform sanction to religion, by exhibiting her fairest features in their daily deportment; when they openly revere the name, the sabbaths, the temple, and all the sacred institutions of the Most High; when they liberally and zealously contribute to the settlement and support, the reputation and success of a learned and virtuous priesthood, to the extensive propagation of Christian knowledge, and to the pious education of the rising age; when they are eminent patterns of virtue themselves, and are careful to cherish and honor it in others; how unspeakably do such examples confirm and extend the credit and influence of religion! …Which leads us to observe, that rulers efficaciously concur with Christian ministers, when they carry the spirit of religion into their public conduct, when all their political measures are regulated by the everlasting maxims of natural justice, of Christian equity and benevolence; when they accordingly distribute the burdens, apply the resources, fulfill the engagements and discharge the debt of the public, with scrupulous fairness, the exact economy, the assiduous attention required by those rules, in the similar transactions of private citizens. ("A Sermon for the Day of General Election," by David Tappan A.M., May 30, 1792, Massachusetts)
Voters must be aware of the hidden danger of prosperity
"I will add once more, that we are in much danger of the evils which arise from luxury and extravagance in our expenses. After all that has been said in favor of foreign trade and foreign luxuries, it still remains a demonstration in politics, that when our imports exceed our exports, the course of trade is against us and we are constantly growing poor. This, it is to be feared, is our state at the present…. And if we consult the experience of mankind in every age, and in every part of the world, we shall not find a single instance wherein luxury and extravagance have subserved the true interest of a people. But instances in which they have proved hurtful and ruinous are to be found in abundance. And to republican governments they have proved more fatal than to others…. ("The Dangers of Our National Prosperity; and the Way to avoid them," by Samuel Wales D.D., Hartford, Connecticut, 1785)
Advice to voters in an upcoming election
of a President of the United States
"In the ensuing observations, I shall consider your duties as Christians and as patriots. I shall make it my task to establish the following propositions.
"First, that it is your duty, as Christians, to maintain the purity and independence of the church, to keep religion separate from politics, to prevent a union between the church and the state, and to preserve your clergy from temptation, corruption and reproach.
"Second, that as Christians and patriots, it is equally your duty to defend the liberty and constitution of your country.
"Third, although I am a sincere and decided opponent of infidelity, yet as it respects a president of the United States, an enmity to the constitution is the most dangerous evil; inasmuch as Christianity is secure by the force of its own evidence, and coming from God, cannot be destroyed by human power; but, on the contrary, the constitution, is vulnerable to the attacks of an ambitious and unprincipled executive. ("A Solemn Address to Christians and Patriots upon the Approaching Election of a President of the United States," by Tunis Wortman, 1800)
Oh, that the American electorate could hear and believe these words today!
Earl Taylor, Jr.
PS All citation taken from: Political Sermons of the American Founding Era: 1730-1805, 2 vols, Foreword by Ellis Sandoz (2nd ed. Indianapolis: Liberty Fund, 1998).


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Whenever I'm gone for a while it seems my sarcasm must return in full force to make up for my absence. I truly feel that the snark in the title shows my disappointment sufficiently.
4 comments:
- Kohl Girl said...
Interesting! This is one of those elusive makeup items that I have always wanted to try because the ads are just so darn pretty but never really made myself buy ...now I know to skip it!!10:15 AM
- Anonymous said...
Anu, tried anything by La Mer? If you have, what was it and pls review it! Thanks!6:45 PM
- Anu said...
hey kohl girl:
i was so excited to try the meteorites but unfortunately they didnt do much for me. I actually prefer other finishing powders to this one and it was just such a waste.
hey anonymous:
I have tried some la mer products and will be sure to review them
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Pope Francis held his first General Audience since June today, continuing his catechesis on the Church, pointing out that in the beatitudes, Jesus gives us a new teaching on mercy, fulfilling the Old Testament. "At the heart of the new covenant is our realization that, in Christ, we are embraced by God's mercy and compassion, and that our lives must bear witness to his love for all our brothers and sisters," the Pope said in his remarks today at the audience held in the Pope Paul VI Hall in the Vatican. "Prepared for in the Old Testament and established by Christ in the fullness of time, the Church is a new people, founded on a new covenant...sealed with the blood of Jesus," Francis preached. The Holy Father further explained that the "newness" of Jesus Christ does not set aside the Old Covenant, but that it "brings it to completion." The scriptural place of John the Baptist is also important, since St. John the Baptist fulfills the role of the Prophet Elijah in announcing the Messiah.
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Pope Francis also reminded the pilgrims that Jesus makes it clear to us in Matthew 25 that we will face judgment based upon how we treat the very least of our brethren. "In addition to the new law, the Lord invites us to recognize it in the poor, in those that suffer, in those in need," he explained. "We will be judged on this at the end of our lives, the new covenant consists precisely in recognizing that thanks to Christ, mercy and the compassion of God surround us."


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University of Alaska Anchorage junior Marko Cheseto set a Charles Bowles Track Stadium record in the 10,000 meters with a winning time of 29 minutes and 41.86 seconds on the first day of the Willamette Invitational in Salem Oregon.
Because the time provisionally qualified him, and was only 1.86 seconds shy of the automatic qualifying time, Cheseto, a native of Kapenguria, Kenya will likely earn a trip to the NCAA Div. II Track & Field Championships on May 27-29.
For full results from Friday's events click here.
Sophomore Alfred Kangogo also provisionally qualified in the 10,000 with a third-place finish in 30:39.05. Kangogo has also provisionally qualified in the 800, 1,500 and 5,000.
The provisional time for the 10,000 is 31:00.00, and represents a time that typically qualifies athletes for the championships.
In the women's 1,500, three UAA runners placed in the top five. Miriam Kipng'eno placed third in 4:38.18; Laura Carr finished fourth in 4:39.18; and Ruth Keino made fifth in 4:39.87.
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Encyclopedia of Jazz Musicians
Curwin, Julian (David)
Curwin, Julian (David), guitarist, composer; b. Sydney, Australia, 14 January 1979. Parents are Vernon (b. 1940) and Erna (b. 1942) and his sister is Alexandra (b. 1975). All three were musical but none pursued music too seriously.
Julian started on violin at age 3. He played trumpet and saxophone for a few years each, but at age 9 he developed a stronger interest in the oboe and studied it through high school, achieving his Associate of Music in 1995. Around 1992, Julian started to play electric and acoustic guitar. He was self-taught until he got a scholarship to do his Bachelor of Music at the University of NSW, and studied with Damien Robison as part of the university program (1997-99). After achieving his BMus, he also had some lessons with Jeremy Sawkins (from Wanderlust).
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Monsieur Camembert: Live At The Basement (1999); Monsieur Camembert: Live On Stage (2001); Gauche: Sigh (2003); Darth Vegas: Darth Vegas (2003); Gauche: Paints Lane (2005); Julian Curwin: The Tango Saloon (2005); Monsieur Camembert: Monsieur Camembert (2005); Gl;tch Jukebox: Gl;tch Jukebox (2006); The Fantastic Terrific Munkle: The Cahoots (2006); Gauche: Siesta Cinema (2006)
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