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Can we bottle Tubby's coaching ability?
If we could, we'd all be millionaires.
Nice that we were able to salvage a win despite Joe Crawford's continued selfishness.
WilyMo: It's nice to see you coming around once again with the Tubster...You are forgiven for all of your recent transgressions. Last night was a coaching clinic. I am a big fan of Bruce Pearl, but he was outmatched after intermission.
After TN allowed Morris to run amok for the first twenty minutes, Tubby had Pearl scheming on how to stop (a well rested) Morris during the second half. Ooops, Tubby brings out the spread offense and Rondo fans across the Commonwealth are salivating. What an absolutely great game to watch last night. Who would have ever thought that Sparks would have ended up being the stopper on Lofton last night? He held him to just nine shots in 33 minutes played.
In my opinion, the smartest thing about the recent starting lineup reshuffle has really gone unmentioned by the media. Stockton and Moss are high energy guys right from the opening tap. The opposing starters are doing well to contain their enthusiam for the first several minutes.
The way the recent substitution patterns have been going, Morris and Rondo are getting in the game right around the time when the opposition's starters are getting a little winded. This fact is not lost on Tubby and will be an advantage in March. Of course, all those extra TV timeouts in March games will offset some of this factor...
When UT (and Lofton) drilled UK in Rupp last month, it was Kentucky that ran out of gas in the second half. Last night, I think BOTH teams were pretty spent by the end of the second half--but I think UK looked a little bit fresher than did UT. If that game goes overtime last night, Pearl is in big trouble (six players with 24+ minutes played versus UK with only 3 players).
I still think that UK can end up taking 2 of these final 3 games and finish with 20 wins going into the SEC Tourney. Morris' pride will be a huge factor on Senior Day as he will be asked to contain Noah (who--in case you hadn't heard--has a famous father :rolleyes: ) If that guy can be contained on the offensive glass, UK has a pretty good shot at winning. If Noah has a repeat of last month's performance in the O'Dome (or last night's 37pts/11reb for that matter), then the Cats will be hurting.
Nice that we were able to salvage a win despite Joe Crawford's continued selfishness.What? You mean to imply that you are not down with guys taking contested three pointers from 24 feet away with 17 seconds remaining on the shot clock...with 90 seconds remaining in a one possession, must-have game on the road????
Well, surely then, that behavior might be acceptable if said player could redeem himself by merely stepping up to the line for a 1+1 with 30 seconds left. Perhaps, salting away the game? AAAAAAAArrrrrgghh.
Nope. Well how about a clanker off the front iron instead?
I have never had such an intense love:hate relationship with any athlete like the once I have with (spitting sound) Joe Crawford. Never.
I wanted to smack Rodderick Rhodes and Kelena A. a few times I must say, but Joe is in that queue also.
I wanted to smack Rodderick Rhodes and Kelena A. a few times I must say, but Joe is in that queue also.At least Rodrick Rhodes showed remorse at times. Hot nights...cold nights...it simply just doesn't matter to Joe. He is gonna make sure to "get his" regardless of minutes he plays.
On the flipside, when Sparks or Rondo realize that they are "not on" a particular night, at least they make a concerted effort to do other things. Whether it be on defense (Sparks last night), assisting to their teammates, or simply acting as a decoys--Sparks and Rondo know when it is best to get the other guys flowing through the team offense.
Crawford will never acknowledge time, score and possesion over, say, his own personal stat sheet. He single-handedly destroys offensive momentum at times when the plays are actually working against the opponent. At times, he does to team morale what the opposing team could only hope to do.
I cannot count the number of games over the last two seasons where UK needed to milk time off a crucial possesion and work the offense--only to have Joe take an awful shot the second he gets a pass (mostly while being well defended).
There are times when it has honestly appeared to me as though Crawford was fuming that another player ended up hitting the game winning shot (Rondo vs. South Carolina in Rupp?). This is not just your run of the mill stat-*****...Joe Crawford is a complete sociopath.
Now Tubby's a great coach :confused:
Now Tubby's a great coach :confused:
I think I called this in that other thread back in January ;)
Now Tubby's a great coach :confused:Use the search function if you must, but nowhere on this board will you ever find one of my posts that imply anything to the contrary. I have--and will always be--a staunch Tubby supporter. Just sayin'
Now about some of the other UK fans on this board....:nono:
As Blimpie, I have never said a negative word (here or anywhere) about Orlando Smith. He is a very good coach and an even nicer man.
Use the search function if you must, but nowhere on this board will you ever find one of my posts that imply anything to the contrary. I have--and will always be--a staunch Tubby supporter. Just sayin'
Now about some of the other UK fans on this board....:nono:I was speaking generally and referrring to thread titles I've seen.
Hey, you can read my posts, I've never called for Tubby to be fired. There are some legitimate gaffes that he has committed this year and I've certainly never been reticent to point those out.
It's painfully obvious when players are deviating totally from the script and team concept, a la Mr. Crawford.
My biggest criticisms of Tubby--which I still stand by, btw--have been of the recruiting variety. I'm just not buying that he didn't know what he was getting with Crawford and Bradley and that he would give them scholarships over the dynamo Chris Lofton. Everyone saw Lofton's potential and every single bucket he scores is a tiny reminder of what SHOULD have been.
Ramel Bradley over Chris Lofton is a move that I will continue to question long after Bradley graduates and Lofton is knocking down threes in the NBA.
If I were Tubby, I would send a message and bench Crawford for the entire Florida game. Worst case scenario, he takes off for Michigan again.
As far as calling out Tubby, I will admit that I have questioned Tubby on more than one occasion. But I am one for giving many chances, and Tubby IMO has come through in benching the starters earlier in the season.
This team still has major issues, and unlike the NBA, you cant just cut your losses. It would take something major for Tubby to yank some of these players scholarships away, and I dont see that happening.
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I was talking to my hubby a couple of nights ago and I told him that basically, I was going to be neurotic and paranoid for the first 12 weeks of this pregnancy and that everyone would just have to accept that that is the way things are. He sounded really surprised "But why?" So now it was my turn to sound surprised (how could he not know why?!?!?) so there was a touch of sarcasm in my answer. "hmmm I'm not sure if it was the first miscarriage that knocked my confidence or the two years of month in, month out trying to get pregnant, but somewhere along the line I learned the lesson that pregnancy wasn't easy for us."
"But why can't you believe that you are going to be a mother? Why don't you look to the positive instead of the negative all the time?"
Later I was thinking about what he said, and I realised he was absolutely right. I have a bad habit of over analysing my emotions, of turning little molehills into entire ranges of snow capped craggy mountains. His gift is to keep looking at life with the same joy and exhilaration as a child. He has never taken a meditation or yoga class in his life, yet apparently he has a lot to teach me about being present.
The reality is that there is no particular reason why I should miscarry again this time. We were unlucky last time but if I Google "Risk Factors for having a Miscarriage" then I can quite clearly see that I don't belong in a high risk group. So my husband is absolutely right... "Why can't I believe that I am going to be a mother this time?" There really is no particular reason that I should be more at risk than any of the other millions of pregnant women in their first trimester today.
Unfortunately "Googling" is what I have spent a lot of time doing recently. I bet you that there aren't many websites covering Miscarriages that I haven't read looking for information that will make me feel more secure in my pregnancy. If you're thinking of trying it – don't. Each website contradicts the last one so every time I read something that indicates I am at risk, I immediately go hunting for something to disprove the first website. What a waste of time that is for me! I think, I may actually be looking for a website that says. "Dear Nic, you will have a healthy baby.... It's what you've always wanted - so get over it." Even then, I'd probably keep hunting
I got Jennifer Bloome's newsletter today and she talked about surrendering. It really resonated with me. I have been lucky enough to go on an incredible fertility journey over the past 2 years that has taken me spiritually to a place that I would never have found on my own. That was high school. Now I'm at college. the lessons are much harder and I have to learn to apply everything I learned in a more challenging situation. I need to take the incredible tools that I learned on my fertility journey and then let the journey go. It is now part of my past. I need to surrender to the present, the universe will dictate what is right and what is the next step. If the universe chooses to take my baby away from me again, then it is because it is the right thing for my baby... but there I go again, looking at the negative side. My goal for the next few days is to practice just surrendering.
I admit that I'm not very good yet, but if I practice I trust I'll get there.
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I so feel just like you or have felt like you and been in your shoes. My first pregnancy ended in a miscarriage at 12 weeks. We then tried for a year and a half almost two years and finally we were pregnant. I worried the first trimester and had a perfect pregnancy, I too felt that no one understood not even my husband.
Long story short I have remarried since then and we got pregnant December of 07 and had a miscarriage at 12 weeks again. So between mourning and trying so desperately to conceive again, we found out we were pregnant over a week ago. So I feel your pain, when I say that I am somewhat of a nervous wreck, I am very in tune with my body, I won't go into details.
However at the same time, just like you said, I realized that this was my journey, I appreciate and love my child in a way that parents who easily conceive children may never understand. The journey I have been on in the last six years have been emotional to say they least but a very deep spiritual journey to say the least. I hope this helps you because you have helped me and good luck, you are in my thoughts and prayers.


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SEATTLE — Before the All-Star break, Mariners manager Eric Wedge called out his ball club, threatening to send some of his younger players down if they didn't start producing offensively.
After the All-Star break, Wedge appears willing to give them one more chance.
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Wedge said that possibility of sending some of the younger talent down still exists, but now isn't the time.
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For now, Wedge hopes to see his team take a more relaxed approach with the bat.
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Please note: You must register within 30 days to receive your shower guarantee. Guarantee period stated applies to the shower unit not the showerhead and fittings. These all come with a standard 1 year guarantee. Service under this guarantee does not affect the expiry date of the guarantee. The guarantee on any exchanged parts or product ends when the normal product guarantee period expires.
Damage or defects arising from incorrect installation, improper use, lack of maintenance or system debris, including build-up of limescale.
Damage or defects if the product is taken apart, repaired or modified by any person not authorised by Mira Showers or our approved agents.
Mira Showers will not accept any liability for loss of use of the product or any losses that are indirectly associated with the incident that caused you to claim, unless caused by our negligence or that of our agents. For example, loss of earnings due to time taken off work to deal with the incident will not be covered.
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All water systems
Showers flagged with the "ALL" symbol are compatible with both mains and low pressure water systems. By fitting a Mira pump when the shower is used on a low pressure system you can significantly increase the flow rate and enjoy a more invigorating showering experience.
Mains Pressure Combination Boiler
A combination boiler heats cold water direct from the cold mains supply as soon as you turn on the shower or a hot tap in your home. The boiler is normally wall mounted and you won't have a cold water tank (cistern) in your loft or a hot water tank (cylinder) in your airing cupboard. Because the water supply to the system is mains fed this produces a forceful showering experience.
For a powerful showering experience we would recommend fitting a digital or mixer shower to this type of system. Alternatively, for a more gentle flow rate you could use one of Mira's electric shower fitted to the cold mains, this is also an ideal low cost option for a second or en-suite shower room.
Mains Pressure Unvented
An unvented mains pressure system stores mains pressure water in a large strengthened hot water tank (cylinder), usually found in the airing cupboard. The hot water will be heated either by immersion heaters fitted in the side of the cylinder or by a central heating boiler. This type of system doesn't require a cold water tank (cistern) in your loft and provides a high water flow rate & pressure. Other systems also producing hot water at mains pressure are available these are generally known as thermal store systems.
To make the best use of the flow & pressure of these systems we would recommend a digital or mixer shower. Alternatively, for a more gentle flow rate you could use one of Mira's eco mixer showers or fit an electric shower to the cold mains, this is an ideal low cost option for a second or en-suite shower room.
Low pressure gravity system
This is the most common of all domestic water systems. The system consists of a cold water tank (or cistern) normally in your loft & a hot water tank (or cylinder) normally in your airing cupboard. It's called a low pressure gravity system because the water is kept under pressure via the gravity-fed water delivered from the cistern. How much pressure is produced is determined by the height at which the base of the cold water cistern is situated above the outlet. This is typically a minimum height of 1metre for showers. The greater the height of the cistern above the showerhead the more pressure is created.
If you have this system you can install a mixer, pumped digital or all-in-one power shower and you will have get a great showering experience. If you decide on a mixer and want a more forceful shower, fitting a pump will boost the flow rate & pressure even more.
Cold Mains Supply
If you do not have or want to use your stored hot water then an ideal solution is to fit an electric shower to the cold mains supply. The benefit of an electric shower is that it is always ready to use as the water is heated instantaneously within the shower. The amount of hot water flow produced by an electric shower depends on the power rating measured in kilowatts (kW). The higher the kW rating the better the flow.
Most mains water supplies will provide enough pressure to operate an electric shower. In the rare instances that it cannot then Mira has an alternative pumped electric shower. This must be fitted to a cold water tank (cistern) supply and the internal pump will then generate the pressure normally provided by the cold mains.
BEAB Approved Mark
The BEAB Approved Mark is an electrical safety mark. It demonstrates to everyone in the supply chain that the UK's leading, independent approvals specialists have evaluated a product to the highest European and International standards. Backed by the expert knowledge of the approvals engineers, the BEAB Approved Mark can provide a robust defence in law against a product liability claim.
BEAB CARE Mark
The BEAB CARE Mark has been developed in recognition of the additional performance requirements of certain products within the care industry. It is available for products which have already complied with the appropriate electrical safety standard, and in addition have been tested against an exacting special test schedule developed to measure specific performance issues relating to its application in the care sector.
The Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS) assesses water fittings products to ensure that they do not waste, misuse, unduly consume or contaminate the water supply, in order to show compliance with Regulation 4 of the requirements of the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999.
The Marque is awarded annually to products which reduce water wastage or raise the awareness of water efficiency. Marques have been awarded across a broad spectrum of products including dishwashers, showerheads, water storing gels for the garden, toilets and urinals, drought resistant turf, domestic water recycling products, water butts, a waterless carwash, tap flow restrictors, a shower timer and devices to reduce the amount of water used when flushing your toilet, amongst others.
The TMV Scheme is an independent third party approval scheme administered by Buildcert. The TMV Scheme certifies Type 2 thermostatic mixing valves for the domestic market and is working with the Child Accident Prevention Trust to promote the safe use of hot water in domestic premises, with the immediate focus on social housing. TMV2 approval uses BS EN 1111 and 1287 as a basis for the thermostatic valves performance tests.
TMV3 valves are engineered to a high standard so that they meet Government Health and Safety requirements for use in public places such as Schools, Hospitals, Offices etc. Predominantly used in the healthcare industry, however, every employer has a duty under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to ensure that the health and safety of patients, residents, visitors and staff using a building are not at risk, and this applies to all types of buildings, not just healthcare premises.
Water Efficient Product
The Water Efficient Product Labelling Scheme has been developed by the BMA - the lead trade association for manufacturers of bathroom products in the United Kingdom. The Scheme raises awareness of bathroom products that when installed and used correctly use less water, therefore saving water and energy, whilst delivering the bathing experience we have come to expect.
Many of Mira's products now meet the criteria of the Water Efficiency Scheme, and can be easily identified by the BMA logo.
Third party certification assessing water fittings products to ensure that they do not waste, misuse, unduly consume or contaminate the water supply, in order to show compliance with Regulation 4 of the requirements of the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999.
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My passion for photography developed when the film format was the order of the day. At first, the beauty of the South African landscapes captured my interest. However, with years of experience and having made my passion into something I call a job, I now have extensive skills in all fields of photography.
Studio 68 is a photography studio based in East London, South Africa, although we travel around the country documenting couples weddings.
We are a team of Professional Photographer's based in Jeffreys Bay. Specializing in Weddings, Family and Fashion Photography. We do Wedding Photography all over the Eastern Cape. My style is modern and fresh, but still romantic and spontaneous. Making it a fun and relaxed experience for everyone.
At Sphere Photographic we capture the unique character and individuality of your special day with beauty, style and class. To us your wedding is an artistic creation to be tailored to your specific needs, desires and dreams.
Lauren Pinches is a dynamic photographer who approaches every project received with confidence and expertise. Having a high work standard one can rest assure that they will always be provided with images of a high quality.
I create beautiful images to capture your special day.
I BELIEVE that no one in the world can honestly enjoy their job as much as I enjoy mine and that relationships are weighed in quality – not quantity (and that this counts for everything except for shoes). In photography I STRIVE to offer something different.
Photography has always been a part of my life; whether it was spending time with my dad in the darkroom at home as a child or capturing wildlife at the Kalahari Game Reserve. In 1986 I took the leap and opened my own studio. It just took off! I was fully booked in the studio and doing weddings every weekend.
My style is Traditional being that I will capture that shot to be framed upon your wall and I will capture those milestones, but I also love to capture candid's and the unexpected moment of that cute smile, funny expression or even a tear.
I take neat pictures of nice people. I would love to meet you and make your day special with photos that will last a lifetime.
Wedding photography and videos that will capture your memories of that most special day with a timeless elegance. Henry Dillon will work with you to capture the images that reflect your dream wedding in a way that will still be fresh and exciting when your grandchildren see them.
Nick, Craig and Estiaan make up the video department. They are young, vibrant and full of enthusiasm. Our Video team have a great eye for capturing a great wedding video without being obtrusive in any way. Extra video lighting is only used when absolutely necessary to keep the atmosphere of your reception at its best.
When I take pictures, I am motivated by the desire to see beauty, joy, appreciation, and capture it the way I see it. I get to record people on one of the happiest days of their lives, exchanging expressions of love and appreciation and I get to mirror it all back to them the way I saw it. What a privilege!
We have developed our own unique photographic style and this also reflects in our videography. This style is more than about just telling the story and documenting the event; it is the emotional and artistic representation of one of the biggest days of your life.


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The Lady Lions of Augusta Christian saw their magical season come to an end Thursday night in the final four.
Augusta Christian fell 65 to 50 to Northwood in the semifinals of the SCISA Class 3-A tournament in Sumter.
Jordan Little led the Lady Lions with 19 points, while Casey Brush added 12 points in the losing effort.


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My name is Gina- I'm so happy you're here.
On this blog, I like to share some daily happenings, as well as quick, effective workouts and healthy recipes.
I started writing The Fitnessista when we were living in Valdosta, Georgia. I was in maintenance mode after losing 40 lbs, but healthy options were pretty scarce. Going to Whole Foods in Orlando was a vacation in itself, and the little things, like being able to harvest my own organic produce made me scary excited. The blog was a little way to share healthy recipes and workouts with some of my personal training clients and since the beginning, a lot has changed:
-My eating style. I started off the blog eating "diet foods" and eventually transitioned to more whole, unprocessed foods. I also experimented with pescatarianism but went back to eating chicken a couple of years later. Today I like to focus on lean protein, fruits, veggies, grains (I prefer to eat gluten-free), chocolate, wine and all the fun stuff sprinkled in.
-Our location. We travel and move fairly often and are currently stationed in San Diego, CA. Living here is absolutely dreamy, and we're having fun exploring and living like tourists until our next move in 2016 or early 2017. So far, we've lived in Fayetteville, NC, Valdosta, GA, and Tucson, AZ. It's been a fun and exciting adventure to see new parts of the world. Oh, and the honeymoon feeling? It never goes away.
-Our family. We started off as The Pilot (the love of my life I met at Starbucks), Bella (our maltipoo) and myself. In January 2012, we welcomed our daughter Olivia into our family. After dreaming about her for years, meeting her and having her in our life was even better than we imagined. You can read more about our family adventures, the pregnancy, birth, and musings as a new mom over on the family page.
In October 2015, we welcomed our second daughter, Penelope, into the world. Our family is complete with our two little ladies, and I feel so lucky to be their mama.
-My jobs. Since we move so frequently, I've changed jobs along with our location. I went from working in retail management to personal training and group fitness instruction, which is my passion. I've taught at a world-renowned health resort, private training studio, at brand events, and at local fitness clubs and studios. My #1 job is being a wife and mama, in addition to wrangling puppies and blogging my little heart out.
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I try my best to respond to every comment and email I receive. If I happen to miss yours, please leave a comment on a recent post, send me a tweet or hit me up on Facebook! I apologize that I'm unable to create personalized workout training plans and provide nutritional consultations at this time. If that's what you're looking for, be sure to seek out the help of a local personal trainer and/or Registered Dietitian.
Occasionally I will do sponsored posts or giveaways on the blog if it's a company/product I truly love. It helps me to support my family and cover the expenses to keep this blog running. If a post is sponsored, I will clearly label it. As always, all opinions are my own. You may see some Amazon affiliate links or ShopStyle links on the blog. These do not affect the purchase price and allow me to earn a very small commission. Thank you so much for supporting this awesome community <3
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You can "Like" The Fitnessista on Facebook, or follow me on Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest for more updates and pictures. Also, check out my eBook here for all of my blog-related tips, + my first health and fitness book, "HIIT It!" (Demos Health 2015), available through Amazon and Barnes & Noble. My post baby bod fitness plan is launching in March 2016. To be the first to get it, sign up here.
Thank you so much for reading!
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor or Registered Dietitian. The information presented is purely to share my experience and for entertainment purposes. As always, check with a doctor before making any fitness or nutrition changes. The author and blog disclaim liability for any damage, mishap, or injury that may occur from engaging in any activities or ideas from this site.


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Covance CFO Takes CIO Job
Covance has appointed its chief financial, Bill Klitgaard, to the position of CIO and senior vice president. Klitgaard replaces John Repko who has been Covance CIO since 2006. During his 12 years as CFO at the drug development services company, Klitgaard played a "critical leadership role" developing and funding major IT investments, according to an accompanying press release. Klitgaard holds an Economics degree from the University of California at Berkeley and an MBA from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology – Sloan School of Business. Klitgaard received compensation in 2011 valued at $1.7 million, according to a proxy filing.


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Alec Baldwin was on board an American Airlines flight at LAX on Tuesday when apparently his behavior caused a delay in the departure of the flight.
What awful thing did the "30 Rock" star do to cause trouble on the tarmac? He didn't turn off his electronic device iPad when told. Baldwintweeted, "Flight attendant on American reamed me out 4 playing WORDS W FRIENDS while we sat at the gate, not moving. #nowonderamericaairisbankrupt," shortly after news of the plane's return broke on the social network.
The 140-character-or-less population found out about the incident, generally, via Activate founder Michael J. Wolf's earlier tweet: "On an AA flight at LAX. Alec Baldwin removed from the plane We had to go back to the gate. Terrible that everyone had to wait."
Traveler Grant Cardone also tweeted: "Alec Baldwin is getting kicked off of AA flight as I tweet this!" Scoop reached Cardone by phone; he was speaking from the Admiral's Club at LAX and says that he found out about the Baldwin incident through an American Airlines representative who was part of the team handling the situation. Cardone claims that the representative told him that Baldwin was kicked off for "abusive conduct" (that must have been some game of Words with Friends.)
In a statement to NBC News, Baldwin's rep Matthew Hiltzik explained what went down: "Alec was asked to leave the flight for playing 'Words with Friends' on his iPad, while parked at the gate. Alec is so in love with 'Words with Friends' that he would risk getting thrown off a flight to play. He's already been re-booked on another American Airlines flight."
Ed Martelle commented on behalf of the airline, saying, "Owing to privacy concerns regarding our customers, we don't comment on something that might or might not have happened."
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Definition of artistic in English:
1Having or revealing natural creative skill: my lack of artistic ability
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- You have the time and space to be creative, poetic, artistic and sensitive.
- By dint of hard work and determination Piper used his natural artistic talent and practical skills to great effect.
- You have an artistic imagination and the skill to express it well.
expressive, inspired;
poetic, eloquent, aesthetic, cultivated;
sensitive, perceptive, discerning
1.1Relating to or characteristic of art or artists: a denial of artistic freedom
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- His work has proved difficult to define within the artistic milieu of Hans Holbein the elder's workshop.
- Normally there is a close relation between art world consensus about artistic value and market value.
- Let me conclude this topic by looking at inflation in the art market and artistic attempts to escape it.
1.2Aesthetically pleasing: computer programs which produce artistic designs
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- They were exquisite, artistic and elegant, bringing a whole new look to sarees.
- Out has gone the traditional lawn which has been replaced by water while hedges have been replaced by artistic steel designs.
- Speaking generally, the French designs are the most artistic and the English the most humorous.
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Razor� PowerWing� Three-Wheeled Scooters
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Razor USA Recalls PowerWing Three-Wheeled Scooters Due to Laceration Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - WASHINGTON, D.C. � The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Names of Products: Razor� PowerWing� Three-Wheeled Scooters
Units: About 103,000
Importer: Razor USA LLC, of Cerritos, Calif.
Hazard: The undersides of the foot platforms can have sharp edges, posing a laceration hazard to children.
Incidents/Injuries: Razor has received 10 reports of Achilles tendon or ankle lacerations, including four consumers who required tendon surgery and three who needed stitches.
Description:The PowerWing is a three-wheeled scooter, which was sold in either black or silver. The
recall includes products with serial numbers beginning with:
The serial number is located on the bottom of the scooter near the front wheel. Products with an oval sticker next to the serial number with a �V� followed by any letter (example VE, VF, VG, etc.) are not included in the recall.
Sold by: Bicycle stores and retailers nationwide from January 2007 through August 2007 for between $80 and $120.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy:Parents should immediately stop children from using the product. Do not return the product to retailers. Contact Razor for a set of free replacement foot platforms.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Razor USA at (800) 314-9870 anytime, or visit the firm�s Web site at www.razor.com/recall.


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a1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Hallym University, 39 Hallymdaehak-gil, Chuncheon 200-702, South Korea
a2 Institute of Natural Medicine, Hallym University, Chuncheon 200-702, South Korea
a3 Department of Animal Science and Biotechnology, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 702-701, South Korea
a4 Division of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Konkuk University, Seoul 143-701, South Korea
a5 Medical and Bio-Materials Research Center, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 200-701, South Korea
a6 Department of Food Science and Biotechnology, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 200-701, South Korea
Licorice extracts are known to exhibit anti-carcinogenic activities. However, chronic licorice consumption can lead to serious side effects due to the presence of considerable quantities of glycyrrhizin, which causes severe hypokalaemia and hypertension. In the present study, we evaluated the effects of a hexane–ethanol extract of Glycyrrhiza uralensis (HEGU), which lacks glycyrrhizin, on the metastatic characteristics of DU145 prostate cancer cells. HEGU inhibited basal and epidermal growth factor-induced cell migration, invasion and adhesion in a dose-dependent fashion. HEGU significantly suppressed the secretion and activation of the matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-2 and MMP-9. The secretion of tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase (TIMP)-1 was reduced, but that of TIMP-2 was increased in HEGU-treated cells. HEGU reduced the protein levels of integrin-α2, the intercellular adhesion molecule, and the vascular cell adhesion molecule. An active fraction of HEGU was separated via column chromatography, and the structure of the active component, licoricidin, was identified via 1H NMR and 13C NMR. The treatment of DU145 cells with licoricidin induced a reduction in cell migration and the secretion of MMP-9, TIMP-1, urokinase-type plasminogen activator and vascular endothelial growth factor, as well as in the expression of adhesion molecules. These results indicate that HEGU, which contains licoricidin, is a potent anti-metastatic agent, which can markedly inhibit the metastatic and invasive capacity of malignant prostate cancer cells. The observed reductions in the activation of proteases and the levels of adhesion molecules may constitute a component of the mechanisms by which HEGU inhibits the migration and adhesion of prostate cancer cells.
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c1 Corresponding author: J. H. Y. Park, fax +82 33 256 0199, email email@example.com
Abbreviations: DMEM, Dulbecco's modified Eagle's medium; EGF, epidermal growth factor; FBS, fetal bovine serum; HEGU, hexane–ethanol extract of Glycyrrhiza uralensis; ICAM, intercellular adhesion molecule; MMP, matrix metalloproteinase; Mr, molecular weight; TIMP, tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase; uPA, urokinase-type plasminogen activator; VCAM, vascular cell adhesion molecule; VEGF, vascular endothelial growth factor


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Newbie here
Hi everyone,
Im planning to buy my very first DSLR camera and I want it to be Nikon.
Im just looking into a medium class type of camera.
Any recommendations on what to buy? - DXXX? lens? memory? flash? thanks alot!!
#1. "RE: Newbie here" | In response to Reply # 0Covey22 Charter MemberThu 07-May-09 03:22 PM
Welcome to the forum Gerry. Mabuhay!
Depende kung anong gusto mong gawin, no? General photography or do you have any specific interests? Anong budget mo?
Kung bago, they all really have the same sensor, except for the D3X - 12MP, so that's not a defining feature.
Medium class - well, that could put you in D90 or D300 land. Clear differences in build and features - pero defining difference is of course the ability to shoot video with the 90.
12MP is large, so I wouldn't go with anything less than 4GB cards. Stick to Sandisk and Lexer kung pwede. Reduces the uncertainty of being compatible. If you're planning to shoot video with the cards, kailangan Class 6 (which is an entirely different rating system than the 80x, 133x, etc).
Start with the lens that comes with the body if possible. Then usually people go two ways, bibili nang telephoto or an external flash. Kung telephoto, madaming choices, or meron kang lumang Nikon lenses, baka compatible pa. Kung flash, kailangan iTTL compatible para gagana nang lahat nang features, so that makes it an SB-400, SB-600 or SB-900. Kung meron kang makitang SB-800 on the used market, pwede rin.
#3. "RE: Newbie here" | In response to Reply # 2Covey22 Charter MemberFri 08-May-09 03:24 PM
Please check this nomenclature page:
It does a good job of explaining the various terms like AFS D ED IF DX etc.
As for zoom ranges, it simply means what type of view can you expect to see using the lens. For example 18-200 expresses a wide range of views - 18mm is considered wide-angle while 200mm is very telephoto (so you can reach out and see distant objects closely). The best way to understand this is to view it. I found this simulator on Tamron's website that visualizes the differences very well. Use the slider to see the differences in perspective from wide all the way to 500mm...
Use the Red and Black arrows to set the beginning 18 and end 200 and you will see exactly what you can and cannot take in a given photograph. You can even change the photo to see how it works with different subjects. Very useful.


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by William Cullen Bryant
Analysis: Calling Card
Quiet, Spiritual Nature Poems
William Cullen Bryant is best known for writing calm, thoughtful poems about the natural world. He experimented with a bunch of different kinds of forms and meters, but he showed a pretty consistent interest in streams, flowers, birds, and all that stuff.
Bryant also often used these poems about nature to explore philosophical and spiritual themes. Some of his most famous poems, like "To a Waterfowl" and "To the Fringed Gentian," talk about the same kind of positive spiritual feelings that we see at the end of "Thanatopsis." He stays away from talking about religion directly, but he does hint that there's something in the universe that's looking out for us.


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Episode #113: Favorite Mass Market Games
December 30, 2007 8:41 PM
In this episode, Geoff talks about the process to bring Agricola to English-speaking folk, while Mark talks about games he's looking forward to playing in 2008. We review Jamaica, Super Hero, and The Amazing Space Venture - and do a comparison of 1960 to Twilight Struggle. We mention a sad story about Shadows over Camelot, and discuss a few questions about gaming. Finally, we talk about our favorite mass market games.
This show was sponsored by Skrall Games.
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The city of Natchez has a message for loiterers: Take the party inside.
Mayor Butch Brown says the city is cracking down on loitering outside of businesses. Brown says loiterers are drinking and gathering outside on the street and that leads to fighting and people getting hurt.
Zipy gas station on Martin Luther King Jr. Street has been a popular place for loiterers, and manager Tracie Washington said she has struggled to keep them off the property.
Washington says she has been cooperative with police in trying to get loiterers off the property because they cause problems for the customers.
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The 31st Franco Abbiati Critics' Prize for Best New Work in 2011 has been awarded to Luca Francesconi's QUARTETT, the opera commissioned from the composer by the Teatro alla Scala.
The following is the statement released by the jury:
"Performed and staged in a superb manner, the score makes very effective use of the famous text by Heiner Müller, from which the composer drew the libretto.
The complex conception of the work involves a combination and interweaving of the extreme mobility of the writing for the instrumental group positioned in the orchestra pit (which installs an extremely flexible and sinewy relationship with the agile variability of the vocal inflections) and the broad sweep of the sound of the hidden, full orchestra and choir, which give voice to dimensions that are quite distinct from the "closure" of the deadly game for two played out by the protagonists."


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U.N. Leader Asks for More Typhoon Aid for Philippines
MANILA—United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Sunday urged the world to donate more to help restore typhoon-hit areas in the Philippines.
"This should not be a forgotten crisis," Mr. Ban said in a news conference with Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Albert del Rosario.
Mr. Ban said only 30% of the U.N.'s targeted $791 million has so far been raised for its response to Typhoon Haiyan, which hit on Nov. 8 and killed more than 6,000 people. Philippine President Benigno Aquino III recently said the typhoon cost nearly $13 billion in damages and losses.
Mr. Ban met with representatives of key donor countries on Sunday morning to discuss his visit the day before to Tacloban City, one of the cities hit hardest by the typhoon, and the need for additional support.
"My impression, having visited Tacloban yesterday, was the situation was still very dire. But at the same time, I was impressed by the strong resilience of the people. Businesses are coming slowly and people are motivated," he said.
Mr. Ban expressed a need for food, water and sanitation in areas hit by the typhoon.


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Quotables: Whoopi Goldberg Just Got REAL About Jay Z vs. Solange
5/16/2014 10:00 AM PDT, by Emily Trainham
"I think Solange was quite ready for him to do whatever he was going to do. This is the thing: If anybody hits you, you have the right. I know that many people are raised in a different way—but if a woman hits you, to me, you have the right to hit her back ... If I slap a man, he has every right to slap me back."
--Whoopi Goldberg explains her feelings on Solange Knowles flipping out on Jay Z in the elevator on that fateful night.
By the way, Whoopi said that a few days ago on "The View," and before we start discussing it, just know that she still totally agrees with herself:
"Hey, I know everyone is freaking out like I said that they would when I said if someone hits you, you have the right to hit them back. I didn't say Jay Z should have hit Solange. I said if you hit a man that man has the right to hit you back. That's what I said. I stand by that. If you hit anybody, they have the right to hit you back. This idea that men aren't supposed to hit women—if you slap a man he has the right to slap you back. Now, not everyone is going to agree and I'm okay with that. But that's how I feel. That's why I don't slap anybody."
All right, now technically, Whoopi's correct. She's right, a lot of people don't like her view on this, but it does make sense. A woman hitting a man isn't somehow more acceptable because traditionally society has seen her gender as more gentle: a woman hitting a man is just as wrong as a man hitting a woman. But the real point here, a point that Whoopi should have expanded on, is that nobody should be hitting anybody. No matter the circumstances, no matter what the sex is of the people involved, getting angry and then dealing with that anger with physical violence is never acceptable. Solange flailing around and kicking at Jay Z, even though she seemingly didn't really harm him, isn't OK. If Jay Z had hauled off and punched her in the face, that wouldn't be OK, either.
Use your words, y'all. Is that really so hard? At the very least, just follow Whoopi's advice: don't slap anybody.
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Police Report: Aug. 23-25, 2013
Published: Monday, August 26, 2013 at 5:36 p.m.
Last Modified: Monday, August 26, 2013 at 5:36 p.m.
Portions of the following information are based on facts provided by the arrested individuals. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of, the offenses shown. All accused should be presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Aug. 23, 2013
Terrebonne Sheriff's Office
Peter Lynn Harris, 56, 112 Kayetta Court, Thibodaux, simple criminal damage to property, resisting arrest by refusing to identify self.
Anthony Keiane Vincent, 34, 205 Stovall St., Houma, failure to appear.
Lauren Leigh Avet, 28, 4157 Old Miss Road, Kenner, two counts forgery.
Bobby Pursley III, 23, 1735 Lynwood Drive, Slidell, holding for other agency.
Ray Kairaba, 36, 111 Plum St., Houma, simple battery.
Houma City Police
Webb Anthony Verdin Jr., 34, 229 Evelyn Ave., Houma, holding for other agency.
Darnell Anthony Banks, 18, 210 Columbus St., Houma, disturbing the peace by offensive language.
State Police
Robbie Lee Hendrix, 28, 16156 La. 3235, Cut Off, fourth offense DWI, one way traffic violation, improper equipment on vehicle.
Kacy Lynn Dufrene, 34, 221 Central Lafourche Drive, Raceland, speeding, driving under suspension.
District and City Courts
The individuals whose names follow were incarcerated on the order of a court or processed following a judicial determination.
Rebecca Lynn Guidry, 32, 5312 Rudy St., Chauvin, probation revocation.
Colin Whitney Pellegrin, 21, 4003 Llano Drive, Bourg, probation revocation.
Richard James Hebert Jr., 42, 3500-A Woodcrest Drive, Houma, speeding.
Joshua Joseph Lebouef, 34, 6999 Grand Caillou Road, Dulac, operating a boat without lights, personal flotation device violation, improper boat number, possessing commercial fish without vessel license, destroying crab traps.
Lafourche Sheriff's Office
George Trosclair, 43, 9267 Golden Gate, Houma, contempt of court, DWI (third offense), driving under suspension.
Aug. 24, 2013
Terrebonne Sheriff's Office
Steve Gilbert White, 52, 5761, La. 56, Chauvin, DWI, improper lane usage.
Jeffery Locombus Lofton, 48, 346 California St., Thibodaux, failure to appear, simple battery.
Trinity Jacob Bergeron Jr., 19, 57 Kingsridge Loop, Houma, obstructing public passage, possession schedule II drug, obstruction of justice.
Derek Wright Callahan, 18, 2015 Ruby Drive, Houma, obstructing public passages, possession schedule II drug, obstruction of justice.
Idelfonso Velasquez Vasquez, 26, 271 Monarch Drive, Houma, DWI, obstructing public passage, open alcohol container in vehicle, operating a vehicle without a lawful presence in U.S., no driver's license.
Charmain Marie Hebert, 27, 1426 Hickory St., Patterson, resisting arrest by false information, holding for other agency.
Nicholas Scott Horne, 33, 38523 Ruby Drive, Gonzales, holding for other agency.
Eddie Lee Murray, 17, homeless, simple battery.
Brandon Michael Fazzio, 28, 501 American Blvd., Houma, two counts contempt of court.
Derek Wright Callahan, 18, misdemeanor carnal knowledge of juvenile, contributing to delinquency of juvenile, distribution schedule IV drug.
Edison Joseph Paul Jr., 47, 6189-C Alma St., Houma, domestic abuse battery.
Anthony Henry Hodges, 21, 130 Shady Oak Court, Houma, holding for other agency, theft less than $500.
Kane David Whitrack Jr., 20, 400 Westside Blvd., No. 130, Houma, theft less than $500.
Houma City Police
Tammy Pellegrin Theriot, 34, 124 Marietta Place, Gray, failure to appear, possession schedule II drug, unlawful possession drug paraphernalia, license plate illumination violation, no driver's license on person.
Stacey Lynn Brunet, 40, 178 Lost Bayou Court, Houma, domestic abuse battery, disturbing the peace by offensive language, resisting an officer.
Jose Delacruz-Ballesteros, 56, 455 Gouaux Ave., Houma, DWI, stopping/standing violation.
Annadelia Delgado Minjarez, 18, 375 Westside Blvd., No. 202, Houma, failure to appear, child restraint violation.
State Police
Christopher Chad Skinner, 25, 6002 North Bayou Black Drive, Gibson, license plate illumination violation, improper lane usage, aggravated flight from officer, resisting an officer, possession of marijuana, reckless operation of vehicle.
Steven Donnell Willis, 43, 110 Samuel St., Houma, failure to appear, DWI, speeding, open alcohol container in vehicle.
Lafourche Sheriff's Office
Jonathan Dyson, 35, 271 E 93rd St., Galliano, illegal possession of stolen things, contempt of court, violation of probation/parole.
James Dixon, 41, 108 Drew Court, Thibodaux, contempt of court (2 counts).
Aug. 25, 2013
Terrebonne Sheriff's Office
Christina Albertha Dardar, 35, 401 Triple Court, Houma, second offense DWI, improper lane usage, open alcohol container in vehicle, liability insurance violation.
Sean Christopher Bourgeois, 18, 122-B Charlette St., Gray, misdemeanor carnal knowledge of juvenile, contributing to delinquency of juvenile.
Barry Neal Campo, 53, 273-G Monarch Drive, Houma, holding for other agency.
Chandler Allen Bickham, 25, 1605 Furman St., Houma, two counts failure to appear, speeding, no driver's license on person, careless operation, driving under suspension.
Houma City Police
Travis Michael Moses Sr., 45, 1206 Lafayette St., No. 12, Houma, domestic abuse battery.
State Police
Kenny J. Turner, 31, 409 Champion St., Houma, two counts failure to appear, two counts holding for other agency, improper lane usage, open alcohol container in vehicle, driving under suspension, resisting arrest by false information.
Brett Anthony Theriot, 26, 5465 Bayouside Drive, Chauvin, second offense DWI, improper lane usage, driving under suspension.
Noel Roussell Navarro, 28, 4978 North Bayou Black Drive, Gibson, failure to appear.
Timmy Lee Herod, 32, 1540 Jackson Road, Pontotoc, Miss., failure to appear.
Joey Melancon, 31, 233 Cm Durocher St., Thibodaux, carless operation, hit-and-run driving.
Lafourche Sheriff's Office
Parnell Chambers, 31, 125 Brooklyn Lane, Raceland, DWI, public intimidation (threats), no driver's license, careless operation, resisting an officer with force or violence (felony), fugitive.
Brandon Lassere, 26, 147 Hwy. 307, Thibodaux, contempt of court.
Thibodaux Police
Demetrius Sylvester, 36, 298 Brurato Lane, Raceland, failure to signal, DWI (first offense).
Charles Cole, 42, 125 W Park, Lot 12, Thibodaux, violation of probation/parole.
Latoya Robertson, 1336 Midland, Thibodaux, possession of alcoholic beverages in vehicle, DWI (first offense), no driver's license, careless operation.
Victor Bimah, 17, 214 Camelia St., Thibodaux, was arrested by the Lafourche Sheriff's Office on charges of violation of uniform controlled dangerous substances law, possession of marijuana (first offense). The Lafourche Parish District Attorney's Office has declined to prosecute.
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Occoneechi Ned
Judy McReynolds
He lived in an established settlement at a crossroads of trade close to the Staunton River.
He wore symbols of respect and status -- copper beads, conch shells and tortoise-shell rattles.
When he died, he was buried wearing ornaments of his status and placed face up with knees bent -- a semi-flexed burial position as the final token of esteem.
That was 700 years ago.
Now, still treated with respect and with more than a little awe, the remains of this prehistoric Native American advance scientific research -- the creation of knowledge that previously did not exist -- the site where he lived a training ground for students of the Longwood Archeological Field School.
For two decades, Longwood has operated the Archeological Field School, usually two, four-week sessions per summer.
In the summer of 1997, students in two sessions excavated a Civil War fortification in the Staunton River Battlefield State Park, just north of South Boston. They examined a powder magazine at the former Civil War fort. A good excavation. But Field School Director Brian Bates (class of '92) was drawn to a grassy knoll on the other side of the river. The darker green area formed a long narrow levee, high enough to be an island in flood waters - a good place for prehistoric people to live.
Staunton River State Park had purchased this land in early 1997. A stack of paperwork, and the state awarded the designation 44CH62, the Randy K. Wade site, recognizing a local resident (and former Longwood student) who knows a lot of stories and helpful information about that part of Virginia. By September '97 it was the site of "Indiana Jones in Halifax County," a joint dig with participants in a Virginia State Parks public outreach program. Students relocated their picks and shovels, dug one meter test pits and painstakingly examined the soil to a depth over one meter.
First summer session '98
For the Field School first summer session in 1998, Nic Smith and Andy Banyasz, student field supervisors, focused the dig on a 10 meter by 15 meter section of the levee. What they found established this area as a midden -- a trash pit -- not a source of inspiration to the layperson, but to the archeologist, a find.
The dig uncovered thousands of artifacts - 35,000 of them - including projectile points (arrowheads), bone and pottery sherds. Projectile points included Hamiltons, Yadkins, Madisons and Clarkesvilles -- all common to the Late Woodland period of 900 to 1500 A.D. Bates sent charcoal samples to Beta Analytic Laboratories in Miami, Florida, for radiocarbon dating. Dates from 1998 finds indicated occupation of the site from 1090 to 1275 A.D. Dates from the 1999 dig suggested 1297 to 1395 A.D., pointing to a long-term occupation of the site.
The top 13 inches of soil was a plow zone where everything had been stirred up. Beneath this layer, cultural deposits were undisturbed. Sections where the soil had been baked over long periods of time were evidence of a special use area where fires had been built again and again.
Students also uncovered human bones - some had been disturbed by flood waters; others lay partially intact. Dr. C. Clifford Boyd, a physical anthropologist at Radford University, was called in for consultation. In all, four individuals were represented - one adult female, two adult males and one child.
The Field School session ended with some big questions unanswered: What sort of area is this? How deep is this site?
Answers were forthcoming.
Owners of NAEVA Geophysics, Inc, a private company specializing in ordinance detection, acted upon a keen interest in history and donated their services including a magnetometry survey and an electrical conductivity survey. NAEVA's instruments identified a large area where a very large fire or many small fires repeatedly had occurred.
First summer Field School 1999
It is mid-May 1999 and Director Brian Bates charges advanced students Mike King, Craig Rose, Mike Bruno, Jason Coffey and Jenny McGinty with deciding the direction of the dig. They select a five meter wide by 15 meter long area, identified in the geophysical survey . This area is marked into grids and the soil scraped away trowel by trowel. Every trowel full of soil is sifted; the contents bagged, labeled and sent back to Longwood for analysis.
Students identify post holes and storage pits five to six feet deep, but narrow. Also mollusk shells, pieces of Dan River ceramics, a large clay pot more than half complete. Then the femur of a large land animal -- elk or bison? Then a large rib cage. The students are excited. Bates is excited. Then a horseshoe. Excitement dwindles. This was the site of a Civil War cavalry raid and also a farm for more than 300 years. They later determine that the animal is a farm horse who died of old age. The dig moves on.
An uncovered Savannah River knife blade indicates this site was occupied as long ago as 3000 to 3500 years.
Then one evening as Bates is taking soil samples, he uncovers a human skull. He covers it back up and then presents the situation to the advanced students, charging them with developing a strategy to investigate this find or leave it alone. The students deliberate: Will proceeding be disrespectful to the dead? Will it detract from the rest of the dig by drawing too much emphasis? Will such research offend some people?
They present a strategy for investigating the find while leaving the remains and all associated finds "in situ" - as they were, undisturbed. Bates considers the pros and cons, gets guidance from the Virginia Department of Historic resources and concludes that the team should proceed as the students recommend.
In a small area off to the side of the main trench, students carefully uncover the skeleton, only 14 inches below the surface, complete and in excellent condition. He wears two necklaces: one of long, cold-hammered copper beads with small shell beads; the other of beads carved from the central column of a conch shell. He wears conch shell bracelets and has two rattles made of water-worn quartz pebbles placed inside turtle shells. He rests in a semi-flexed position -- on his back with knees bent and slightly to one side.


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To the Editor,
President Nelson Mandela said, "Poverty is not an accident. Like slavery and Apartheid it is man made and can be removed by human beings." President James Earl Carter said, "If you don't want your tax dollars to help the poor then stop saying that you want a country based on Christian values, because you don't." These two statements by these two great men and supporters of humanity are also an indictment to the hypocrisy, commercialization and fraud of this holiday season. This season is defined by the "bottom line" by the corporate media, major retailers and the frenetic pace of consumption and buying by millions in this country. Many of these same people, many who are so-called Christian and Catholic here in Westchester and around the country, define the poor as lazy and ciphers and treat those who have more money and property with veneration and respect. This is certainly an absolute perversion of what Jesus of Nazareth said and did.
This lie that many people live also relates to the origins of the holiday. Christmas is a Pagan holiday that was introduced by the Roman empire called "Saturnalia," that was celebrated from Dec. 17 to 25 under the Roman calendar. It involved taking innocent civilians and forcing them to indulge in all kinds of pleasures and excesses during that week. On Dec. 25, the person was killed in order to satisfy the empire's need to "destroy forces of darkness." Dec. 25 has categorically nothing to do with the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. The ancient Greek writer Lucian also describes the "Saturnalia festival" as a period of debauchery, rape, intoxication and pederasty.
We see the same kind of decadence across this country, where millions are indulging themselves with food and alcohol at holiday parties, many times looking down upon others with scorn who are less fortunate. That includes millions that are homeless, living in dilapidated housing, with no heat due to slum lords who will not expend money and resources to make sure the poor are living in adequate housing. As Dr. King said "the rioters are not the criminals, it is the white landlords who pocket money and violate all kinds of housing ordinances having people live in squalor that are the real hardened criminals." Now, there are those this holiday season that give to the poor and have compassion for those who are sick the whole year-round that epitomizes the real meaning of the holiday. That is the difference, and not because it is convenient to engage in acts of kindness because it is the holiday season, that was the true meaning of Jesus of Nazareth. More often though, for millions in this society the rationalization that "we are doing the best we can" is invoked while they criminalize poverty.
Clifford Jackson,


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Thursday • November 15 • Dinner- 4:30 – 7:30 p.m., Trivia 8:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. • Zilber Forum
On Thursday, November 15, PILS will be hosting its annual Thanksgiving Dinner and, right after that, SBA will be hosting a trivia night. (PILS will be looking for donations of food items from individual students and student organizations and for volunteers to help with ticket sales and set up/tear down on the day of. If you are interested in donating food, please sign up on the PILS TWEN page.) ALL PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT GO TOWARD SUMMER FELLOWSHIPS. Supporting PILS fellowships is counted favorably on a student's fellowship application. AND, after the Thanksgiving Dinner, those who purchased a PILS Thanksgiving ticket should plan to stick around for a Trivia Night, where beer and wine will be provided.
Please contact Alaina Fahley, Maria Lopez, Jared Widseth, or Katie Mills with questions


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Mark Rowlett: Tracking weekend rain chances
ABILENE, Texas - Pacific moisture continues to move into our region from the west. An approaching upper level disturbance should tap into the moisture and bring scattered showers to our region Saturday.
Even better chances for rain are expected for early Sunday as that upper level system moves even closer. Don't be surprised to hear thunder or see lightning. However, severe weather is not expected.
In addition, a weak cold front moving in Monday could help trigger showers in our region Monday afternoon. Rain chances should be gone again by Tuesday.
Temperatures should remain a bit below normal through Monday. Look for lows generally in the middle 40s and highs in the 60s.
Sunny skies and warmer temperatures are back for Tuesday. Afternoon readings should be in the 80s again Wednesday.


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Cassavetes regular and 'Lebowski' star Ben Gazzara dies at age 81 in NYC
Ben Gazzara was never the top box-office draw of the year. He was never the guy every studio was dying to be in business with so he would headline blockbuster after blockbuster. He was never the guy directors cast if they wanted the ladies to line up out the door. But for filmmakers who wanted an actor with a quiet magnetism and an emotional weight that could not be faked, Gazzara was a treasure, and he made everything he touched more honest simply by virtue of who he was.
81 years old is hardly young, but even so, it seems unfair to lose a guy who was still working consistently and who still had that same fire that made him such a gift in so many of his roles. It's hard for actors of a certain age to find quality material, but a guy like Gazzara had a way of taking a fairly thin role and making it count simply because he counted. He was real in a way that many Hollywood types never are, no matter how many roles they play. It is little wonder that as many of his films were European as American, because he was drawn to small stories, human stories, films where he was allowed to show some nuance and some soul.
One of his best collaborators was writer/director/actor John Cassavetes, who recognized a kindred spirit in Cassavetes. I'm still missing Peter Falk, another Cassavetes regular, and losing both of those guys within a year only underlines how completely and utterly the age of Cassavetes is over. The three of them starred together in "Husbands," and their work in that film is amazing and totally grounded. Gazzara was trained at the Actor's Studio, one of the first generation of guys who brought the Method to the bigscreen, and his work on live television and in "Run For Your Life" and in films like "Anatomy Of A Murder" helped shake up the status quo. He ushered in a new standard of realism, and he held himself to that standard over the 50-plus years he appeared in front of the camera.
That's amazing, isn't it? To have a career that can run all the way from a worthwhile but largely forgotten film like "The Strange One" in 1957 to his iconic role in the cult sensation "The Big Lebowski," where he was Jackie Treehorn, the laconic pornographer, that's not something that many actors can pull off. Gazzara was always in demand. There are movies of his that I adore, and I can't imagine anyone else playing the roles he played. "Saint Jack," for example, is a lesser-known Peter Bogdanovich film that was produced by Hugh Hefner in the '70s, the story of a hustler living in Singapore, getting by with some pimping and some other unsavory deals. It's a wonderful, well-observed movie that depends largely on the relationship etched between Gazzara and the equally-great Denholm Elliot. It was unavailable for years, but Quentin Tarantino eventually stumbled across a print (almost literally) and now you can get the film on DVD. I urge you to track it down. It has a sensibility and a structure all its own, and Gazzara's world-weary attitude was rarely better used.
I would also strongly encourage you to seek out what is probably the defining role of his career, the Cassavetes film "The Killing Of A Chinese Bookie." He plays a small-time gambler who frequently loses more than he can afford. When he goes in the hole for over $20,000, he is given a quick way out, told to kill someone to erase his own debt. The way Gazzara wrestles with the decision, desperate to hold onto both his soul and his life, is heartbreaking and almost too raw to watch. It took me several viewings to really be able to open myself up fully to the film's brute force observations, and once I did, I found myself flattened by it. That was Gazzara, though. He could sneak up on you, never really showing you all the work he was doing, but somehow affecting you just the same.
He tried his hand at directing a few times, but it never stuck, and he would occasionally sing in a film or on a soundtrack with a rough sort of old-style crooner's voice, but ultimately, Gazzara will be remembered as one of our great actors, and I'm not sure there's anyone working today who can hold the same sort of space he did. He will be immeasurably missed.
Ben Gazzara died of pancreatic cancer in New York, and it seems like there's nowhere else he could have been when the end finally came.