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#56 - mushizombie
Reply(10/18/2012) [-]
#57 to #56 - sevensixtwo
Reply(10/18/2012) [-]
I like it- like the stylized smoke and skull, but i just did quit smoking, so the cigarette doesn't seem to fit... the smoke does look good, though- actually, that can be incorporated into hot gun barrels, if and when they are used.
#58 to #57 - mushizombie
Reply(10/18/2012) [-]
sorry! originally i had a gun in his mouth but since i couldn't draw it right i erased it and made a simple cigarette instead. congrats on quitting :) i can take that out and leave it blank so ou can draw in a gun or what ever you'd like.
#59 to #58 - sevensixtwo
Reply(10/18/2012) [-]
lol well i also had a few suicide attempts last year as well... haha well done though. hmmm... let me think with what you have so far... I was trying to stay away from symbolism, but it seems harder than I thought.
#60 to #59 - mushizombie
Reply(10/18/2012) [-]
oh wow, I'm an idiot then. sorry about that D:
#61 to #60 - sevensixtwo
Reply(10/19/2012) [-]
Trust me, you aren't an idiot for that- you didn't know, and I'm not the least bit offended... I'm certainly not against a dark tattoo, but I want to keep this as awesome and original as possible- some themes are acceptable, but when people see it, I want to hear awesome. Possibly random, but The one- of- a kind pieces you only see once every few years. Ink that you remember, you know? Draw something... something you would want to get put on yourself. Not necessarily for me, in your mind, but for you. What defines awesome for you? I'm taking into consideration we have never spoken, never met, or discussed anything other than this- but what would you wear for life? Something like that.
#62 to #61 - mushizombie
Reply(10/19/2012) [-]
alright, I'm going to start fresh then. give me some more time and ill try to present you with something ******* awesome.
#63 to #62 - sevensixtwo
Reply(10/19/2012) [-]
That is fine with me... I'm always here if you need ideas, and I apologize if you feel I have pressured you. I love your style though, and keep up the good work!
#64 to #63 - mushizombie
Reply(10/19/2012) [-]
haha not at all, thanks!
#73 to #64 - sevensixtwo
Reply(11/22/2012) [-]
Should I stop holding out hope on any new sketches?
#74 to #73 - mushizombie
Reply(11/22/2012) [-]
ahhh i am so sorry!! to be honest i completely forgot D:>
#75 to #74 - sevensixtwo
Reply(11/23/2012) [-]
Oh... Well if you don't want to do it, I understand... you can just say so.
#76 to #75 - mushizombie
Reply(11/23/2012) [-]
I'm really sorry :P i had every intention to do one for you Xl it just slipped my mind. ill send you a pic of one tonight though!
#77 to #76 - sevensixtwo
Reply(11/23/2012) [-]
Well I don't wanna be a nazi about it... lol
#78 to #77 - mushizombie
Reply(11/23/2012) [-]
lol i feel bad X)
#79 to #78 - sevensixtwo
Reply(11/23/2012) [-]
don't worry about it.

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- INSC: an iterative negotiation approach for service compositions
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- He, Qiang; Yang, Yun; Yan, Jun; Jin, Hai
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- The service-oriented paradigm offers support for engineering service-based systems (SBSs) based on service compositions. The selection of services with the aim to fulfil the quality constraints for SBSs and to achieve the optimisation goals is a critical and challenging issue. In particular, when the quality-of-service (QoS) constraints for a SBS are severe, it is often difficult to find an optimal solution for the SBS. Exploiting the competition among service providers can help SBS developers obtain favourable QoS offers for the component services of SBSs and increase the possibility of finding optimal solutions for the SBSs. In this paper, we present a novel joint optimisation and negotiation approach named Iterative Negotiation for Service Composition (INSC) that supports effective and efficient QoS-aware service selection for SBSs. We evaluate INSC experimentally using example SBSs that are synthetically generated based on a real-world Web service dataset. The experimental results show that INSC can significantly and efficiently increase the possibility of finding optimal solutions in severe service composition scenarios.
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Philadelphia Phillies (45-54) at Atlanta Braves (54-44)
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The Phillies take on the division-rival Braves tonight in Atlanta, the first of three they will play at Turner Field this weekend. The Braves are 9.5 games ahead of the Phillies in the standings, and 5 games back of the division-leading Nationals. At this point, the Phillies–who have less than a 1% chance to make the playoffs according to ESPN–could really only hope to play spoilers for the Braves, barring something drastic.
Cole Hamels, who just signed an extension with the Phillies, will take the mound tonight for the first time with his new contract. So far this year, he's posted an 11-4 record to go along with a 3.23 ERA. He isn't having his best year, but for the most part, he is getting the job done.
Opposing him will be Ben Sheets, a guy that the Braves signed with minimal expectations, but who has also been quite good for them so far. In his two starts, he has pitched a total of 12 innings, given up just seven hits–and no runs. However, the deciding factor in the game may lie in the hands of Brian McCann, who is hitting .364 against the Phillies this year, to go along with five home runs and 13 runs batted in. If Hamels can shut him down–and that is likely considering that McCann has just three hits in his last 21 at-bats against him–along with the other big lefties in the Braves lineup, the Phils may be able to scratch off a few runs and win the game.
Lineup: Rollins SS, Victorino CF, Utley 2B, Howard 1B, Ruiz C, Pence RF, Pierre LF, Fontenot 3B, Hamels P.
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"At this point, the Phillies–who have less than a 1% chance to make the playoffs according to ESPN"
This is probably overkill analysis, but it's interesting to think of the types of mindsets that would include that in their thinking, and those that wouldn't.
An NL GM said in the past few days that in his view, if the Phillies get within 5 games on September 1st, he thinks they will get in.
Different match classes, no doubt.
Yeah, they have something like a 0.8% chance of making the playoffs. The smart move is to sell the pieces you have that won't be back after this season, get something for them, and look to next year. Of course, Ruben doesn't always make the "smart moves."
Anyone notice the oddity of the last three games won? 76 76 76. Omen?
@CCD: Yup, I was going to ask if anybody else noticed that historically-apt outcome! I just hope they win more than 76 games this year!
I like the early strategy, going right after Sheets. He's a composed veteran, but taking it right to him already gives him something to think about he didn't run into V the mets or nats.
Good, aggressive start.
Meaning mostly not playing for 1 run by sacrificing, but they were 0-2 w/ RISP.
Apparently Jimmy and Shane read Ians previous post.
Getting on base is the key to this teams success and the key to anyone pitching to Howard is junk, junk and more junk
When is Howard going to learn how to punch those pitches on the outside of the plate (that gets him out) away from the shift, to the left side of the infield. He'd hit .400 if he could learn how and then they'd stop putting that shift on him. He is a professional hitter, isn't he??
1-2-3! Nice to see that the big deal didn't make Cole complacent!
First pitch swinging – if it works its great if it doesn't it sucks
Could have a pretty good idea about just how om Cole is after this inning. Couple tough at bats between Chipper and McCann.
Rats. Yhere goes the no-hitter
19 pitch first inning for Sheets, 8 pitch second inning
HA!!! Gotcha!!!
Choochie has just been amazing
Good to see McAnn go down so easily. Everyone needs to remember every time this Phillie killer comes to bat, he has hit 2 GS vs us and is probably hitting .900 vs the Phils
2 walks in the inning. What are we in for?
Yikes… maybe I spoke too soon…
Good lord
Cole normally gives up less than 2 walks per 9 innings. Rich man.
WTF are you kidding me?????????????????//
First Doc smells up the joint, then Lee stinks it up now Cole continues with the much vaunted pitching crap – this is stupid.
where is baby jeffy, need some real negativity here
What is going on with Cole tonight?
Fact of life, as opposed to excuse, Cole threw 128 pitches last Saturday, does have an extra day of rest, but that was laborsome, and it is hot and humid. So it's a little difficult.
That said,I anticipated a killer performance tonight, but no reason he can't keep grinding and keep it competitive.
But no A game tonight.
Whew! got out of another tight spot.
@Ken: Yeah, I noticed he looked overhreated.
Ryan knows there is nothing but junk coming his way, he has to know
Nice haul for Grienke. 3 top 8 Angels prospects including their #1 ss Segura and 2 23 year old AA righties.
It'd fit within the theme of craziness in baseball this year if Greinke, a massively expensive acquisition matched up in a World Series game with Ben Sheets, the signing of the year. It's only his 3rd start, but this guy's been to the top, so he should know how to get back there.
And 3 starts in, he's doing it so far.
Nice haul, but I'll take the Angels picking him up as greatness. Helluva place to live and play. Might have an inside track on a long term deal.
In case you gentlemen don't remember, the Phils went to Sheets workout and for some reason didn't make an offer for him. Nice job, scouts and Rube.
Paul Janish. .184 hitter this year and Cole is wisely keeping the ball away from him. 2 walks for Janish
Anybody know what Coles single game high for walks is? Has he broken it already?
tied it tonight at 5.
Per Braves TV.
Let's see if Fontenot can get some redemption going to kick things off. Good clubs have players who forget mistakes.
I kinda like the WHIP stat, but it's funny how it works. Cole's walked 5, but only given up 2 hits, so his WHIP's gone up tonight so far, but not commensurate with his off he's been so far.
But, you pitch to the score, and it's a ballgame.
Jamie Moyer always seemed to go against the grain with WHIP. More hits than innings pitched, and he nibbled the corners so much, he usually walked 2 to 4 batters. Yet he found a way to win.
Wow, I blinked and another walk, this one on 4 pitches.
that stinking McAnn is on deck
Cole is just about to go over 100 pitches in 5 innings. If he lets in 2 runs, is he gone tonight – its just not there tonight or the last outting
crap crap crap
And there you have it, McAnn did not wait for the bases to be loaded –
I said the last time the Phillies played the Btaves that Chipper handed over the Phillies killer helm to hideous McCann. Who knew he'd be a juggernaut with it? You're a tool McCann. Hey Rich Dubee, any idea WTF is up with the starting rotation? Sheesh. Do we have yet another comeback in us? We should be clobbering Sheets, his scoreless streak is just a facade.
Oh baby!!!
Argh. Well, they made Sheets work. 9 pitches to Pence; 7 more to Pierre.
Mayberry been working on his outfield skills with Pence? Jesus!
Cant make up ground with fielding like this.
crap… well, now we're positioned to get another 7-6 come from behind win. :^}
Mr clutch howard the big welfare
Last I heard, RyHo is engaged to an ex, or current Eagles cheerleader.
This will probably be bigamy.
He's already married to low and away.
He takes a bunch of pitches, giving him whatever chance he has against Venters, and then finally swings.
At a pitch that was headed for Pensauken.
C'mon Howard. For god sakes. Just make contact! Grrrrrrr!!!!!!!
This team needs to wait until next year. No trades will make this team better just relieve salary. Give Halladay the rest of the year off to let his arm rest or at least keep him to a strict pitch count. Limit the number of pitches Lee throws. Give Ruiz some days off too. RAJ is going to have to play some money ball with the tiny little bit of money he's got left to fill CF, LF, 3rd, Blanton's spot. We need to be thinking about 2013.
No room at the inn for Chad Durbin???
Hmn… well, they've made some amazing come-backs lately, so I haven't entirely thrown in the towel on this game, but I'm not counting on anything…
I think I'd prefer scoring 6 runs here in the 9th. Scoring 5 and fretting a tie game in the bottom of the 9th just has no appeal.
So let's get 6. Then it's safe to use the closer since federal law prohibits using the closer on the road unless its a save ordeal.
No comeback tonight. Braves made the Phillies look like little leaguers tonight. Man, I despise the Braves.
What more fitting way to end a very important game that started with a quick 1-0 lead after 2 hitters, with Hamels on the mound than with Jimmy popping out pointlessly. The rise in blood pressure and anger waves through Phillie fandom at intensified levels even before his pop ups land in the fielder of choices glove.
It just says it all.
Just a night where the club got beat. Not a lack of effort, or lifelessness, they just got beat.
I don't know where the Ben Sheets story peaks, but a tip of the hat on his nice effort.
I know hindsight is 20/20, but if I was Cholly, and I'm not, I would have walked McCann, grade A Phillies killer recently, and pitched to Uggla with the two outs. Instead they pitch to him and don't even try to paint the corners. Ken said it: anger and high blood pressure tonight.
Gotta win the next two or say good bye to the core team.
they looked boring tonight! couldn't hit cy sheets! they give you hope then they play like this! c-mon. this whole years been like this! no enthusiasum. i was watching their manerisms, and facial expressions and wasn't liking what i was seeing. i think lathargic is the word i'm looking for! well whatever, we here all knew for them to do anything, nothing but a sweep was in order to push the mo to the next level! and we'll hear that it's just a single game and that the object is to win series! that's all fine and dandy if you're close! or if it's mid may! somebody tell them it's freakin the end of july and they're still digging their way to china. and in a little while their gonna run out of games! i wish i could personally tell them " yo ya gotta win OUT ! does anybody get that ? they have 45 wins. 60 games left! winning out means 95 wins. hahahaha . i don't think the players are smart enough to fathom that! trade em let's rebuild.
i'm sorry people in my zest of anger i made a math miscalculation. 50 wins will get us to 95. ah i feel better now that it's not 60! TRADE ME!
Tracey. You have not thrown in the towel
You are a ass. Team has not heart. Like u. Punnk


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Monday, April 27, 2009
Today's' Students Showcase Yesterday's Heroes
High School Students Use Technology to make Documentaries about Our Nation's 'Greatest Generation'
SPRINGFIELD – High school students from throughout Illinois have interviewed World War II Veterans and produced digital documentaries that will be showcased April 30th at the Illinois State Library in Springfield. The project has been funded by the World War II Illinois Veterans Memorial Board and administrated by the Illinois Learning Technology Centers which receives funding from the Illinois State Board of Education.
"A project like this takes students farther than any history book and offers us all a permanent record of our state's World War II veterans," said State Superintendent of Education Christopher A. Koch. "The sacrifice and determination of these veterans comes alive as the camera rolls and our students capture precious memories and reflections that have never before been shared and may not be told again."
Twenty student teams from eight school districts across the state will present their digital story projects in one-hour time slots beginning at 8:30 a.m. on April 30 and running until 4 p.m. Students from the Champaign Centennial High School Choir will present a World War II Musical Review at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Illinois Senator Deanna Demuzio of the 49th District, John Carrigan, president of the World War II Illinois Veterans Memorial Board and Anne Craig, director of the Illinois State Library, will present awards at a 3:15 p.m. ceremony.
Teams will compete to win first place and $600 in additional project equipment, second place; $300 of additional project equipment and third place; a 20'' monitor donated by Dell, Inc.
"I think it's a wonderful project because it's far-reaching," said Carrigan, president of the World War II Illinois Veterans Memorial Board. "It reaches these children and attaches them to 'the greatest generation.' These kids are the authors now of real life history."
The documentaries, called the Illinois World War II Veterans Memorial Board Classroom Project, can be viewed at http://wwii.ltc.k12.il.us. There are 31 projects posted on the Web site and organizers expect several dozen more will be added by the end of the school year.
Funding for this project comes from the Illinois World War II Veteran's Memorial Board and through the Learning Technology Program Centers, established by the Illinois State Board of Education in 1995 to provide Illinois School districts with the technological resources to improve academic achievement and prepare students for the 21st Century.
There are now 15 Learning Technology Centers that provide educators with professional development to integrate technology into classroom instruction. The centers also help districts close the achievement gap through the use of technology, guide districts through the development and peer review approval process for technology integration plans, help with grant writing, and provide expertise with network security issues, e-mail and district Web sites.


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Find Your Passion: A Product of Positivity
By Katy Echols
A competitive spirit can motivate. It can give you the necessary edge to finish on top. But, when that spirit is coupled with a positive attitude and a goal-oriented mentality, it seems it's a recipe for extraordinary success.
Caroline Hensley, a junior in chemical engineering at The University of Alabama, is proof of that. An exemplary student and world champion water skier, Hensley is a force on the water and in the classroom. Rather than letting failures keep her down, Hensley says she keeps an "in with the good and out with the bad" outlook on life, growing through the challenges.
It seems this mentality has eliminated the bad and garnered not just the good, but the great — the greatness of a world champion title.
Hensley began her journey to winning the Under 21 World Championship of water skiing at age 9. Watching her dad and sister, Laurel, water ski piqued her interest in the sport. Hensley began skiing and quickly found her competitive edge as she worked to keep up with her sister, who is five years older.
Following her attendance at a water skiing clinic at age 10, Hensley began realizing her potential in the sport. Cory Pickos, a 24-time world record holder, led the clinic. Pickos told Hensley if she was willing to put time and energy into water skiing, she could be a world champion.
"I decided that day that I wanted to be a world champion and was willing to do whatever I had to do to make it happen," says Hensley.
With a love for the sport and a competitive personality, Hensley took the water skiing world by storm. Each year, Hensley and her dad would discuss the goals for the next season, keeping a long-term perspective. She described her experience with water skiing as a roller coaster ride that required significant commitment, courage and persistence.
"At times I was on the top of my game, loving every minute of the program. But, at other times, I found myself not performing to the best of my abilities. I had to really push myself and reassess the situation to find the confidence to get me back on top of my game," says Hensley.
Despite its ups and downs, Hensley's journey has been a rewarding one, she says. It has allowed her to travel to four continents representing the United States, compete in numerous international competitions and, ultimately, win the Under 21 World Championship in France.
Perhaps most importantly, she says, her journey taught her what it takes to be successful: preparation, confidence and a positive attitude.
"Having a positive attitude and staying focused on my goals allowed me to be the best I can be. I build on the best part of each experience and stay positive, leaving all negativity behind," says Hensley.
Hensley says she carries that mentality into every aspect of her life, especially her academic career. Staying positive has helped her handle one of the most challenging aspects of life: time management.
That's critical, she says, in balancing academics and water skiing. Even in choosing which university to attend, she searched for that balance.
While maintaining her water skiing was important, Hensley's first priority was to find a university with exceptional academics. UA offered both, and even challenged her water skiing skills.
"Alabama offered the entire package. With an outstanding engineering program and a phenomenal water ski team, it was the perfect fit for me," says Hensley.
While at the Capstone, the cooperation of teachers and coaches has given Hensley the support necessary to manage her unusual schedule of travel for competitions, she says.
"It is tough at times, but I try not to let school or skiing get the best of me. It's easy to get bogged down in it, but this is where a positive attitude really is a lifesaver. I learned from my mom that a positive attitude is the key to everything," says Hensley.
Rather than letting a near overwhelming schedule stifle her love of science, Hensley says she has kept her appetite for knowledge.
"The world of science and physics never ceases to amaze me with its new discoveries and opportunities. It plays crucial roles in our lives — defining us as human beings and allowing us to be creative and innovative. It provides insight into how our world works and how to improve it," says Hensley.
Hensley's gusto for the field of chemical engineering is evident in her achievements. She is a member of Phi Mu, the Honors College, the Society of Women Engineers and the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. She also received the Phi Mu Sorority award for having the highest GPA and has been on the Dean's List every year.
Hensley plans to participate in an internship this summer to gain more experience and insight into which field of chemical engineering best suits her.
"I haven't decided the specific industry I'm pursuing yet, but I'm open to most anything that allows me to apply my chemical engineering skills," said Hensley.
She looks forward to graduation in the summer of 2013 and plans to take an exam to start the process of becoming a certified Professional Engineer. Though she doesn't have a specific "dream job," Hensley wants to work with a company in the Southeast that is well-respected and innovative.
"I'm a true Southern girl, and I'd like to plant my roots here," Hensley says.
While she hopes to continue water skiing after graduation, Hensley says her career in chemical engineering will always be her first priority.
"Obviously, I would love to do it all! But realistically, if I can't maintain a healthy balance, my career will have to come first," Hensley said.
With her priorities set, her goals in mind and her positivity at the forefront, Hensley seems ready to take on whatever comes her way.
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Katy Echols is a senior from The Woodlands, Texas, majoring in public relations. She serves as a student writer for the College of Engineering.
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Since I keep getting ignored in the other thread...anyone know how PECOTA sees BA this season?
Since I keep getting ignored in the other thread...anyone know how PECOTA sees BA this season?
We traded the right guy. The return remains to be seen, but if he get's 15 quality starts this year, after 20 last year, I'll be very happy.
George Will responding to Trumps tweets...."He has an advantage on me, because he can say everything he knows about any subject in 140 characters and I can't."
I do know that Austin Kearns has about ten lifes in this organization. They are holding Kearns back for a kings ransom and they trade Pena for Bronson Arroyo?Originally Posted by registerthis
This is the time. The real Reds organization is back.
Same here. People are treating Arroyo like he's the second coming of Jimmy Anderson.Originally Posted by RFS62
We'll burn that bridge when we get to it.
Which isn't saying much on the Reds.Originally Posted by registerthis
they won't if it means Womack and Hatteberg, which will be a defensive downgrade as well which I didn't think was possible for what was the worst defensive team in baseball in 2005.The Reds have offense to spare,
What are you, people? On dope? - Mr Hand
Right about now Wayne Krivsky has to be feeling like he just sobered up after a long night in Pat Summit's hotel room.
"I fought because I understood and could not bear to understand, that it was my destiny -- unlike that of my father, whose fate it was to hear the roar of the crowd -- to sit in the stands with most men and acclaim others. It was my fate, my destiny, my end, to be a fan."
Kearns' value is likely lower than Pena's at this point.Originally Posted by Cedric
We'll burn that bridge when we get to it.
Look at his decreasing K rate and his groundball/flyball ratio. He lost velocity last year also.Originally Posted by registerthis
This is the time. The real Reds organization is back.
that has to be the rallying cry of this trade. If they end up as the starters we will know the organization is still every bit as clueless at they were under DanO.Originally Posted by SC Reds Fans
What are you, people? On dope? - Mr Hand
It sure as hell looks like in the Reds organization Kearns has much higher value.Originally Posted by registerthis
And we can't run Hatteberg and Womack out there everyday and still say we have a good lineup. This year is gonna get VERY ugly before it even starts.
This is the time. The real Reds organization is back.
But you have to start somewhere. This team needs help now, and they aren't going to sign a Martinez or Clemens. Arroyo isn't chopped liver--he will help this team, albeit marginally.Originally Posted by flyer85
Womack was going to start regardless of what the OF situation was like. Dunn could become a good 1B man, but isn't there yet. The Reds are in the unenviable situation of playing in a hitter's park with an infield defense that is incapable of supporting a groundball pitcher. Not much to work with there.they won't if it means Womack and Hatteberg, which will be a defensive downgrade as well which I didn't think was possible for what was the worst defensive team in baseball in 2005.
We'll burn that bridge when we get to it.
I wonder if the BoSox will try to restructure WMP's contract so they can send him down.
Will trade this space for a #1 starter.
...or it's entirely possible that the Reds offered up kearns and received nothing of interest. Pena was the more tradeable commodity of the two.Originally Posted by Cedric
BTW, as I asked earlier, what DO you believe is a fair value for Pena? You think Arroyo is beneath him, so what would be an acceptable return for him?
We'll burn that bridge when we get to it.
IMO WMP either willl go Aldolpho Phillips or Henry Rodriguez, not Sosa.
Meanwhile the Reds now have a 200 inning guy, hopefully by next year he's #4 not #2.
Looking at Arroyo's last two seasons, the WHIP was 1.22 and 1.30, respectively. By comparison, last year's rotation:
Harang 1.27, Milton 1.55, Ortiz 1.50, Claussen 1.41, and consider Williams 1.41
Additionally, he gave up the same number of homers as Harang. The downside? Lefties killed him last year and the K rate sunk like a rock. Not sure what to make of the K rate drop, but lefties in GABP could make for some long nights for Arroyo. So, Harang without the K's? Maybe he'll find his K's from 2004.
Now, was it value for WMP? I like the opinion so far that they traded the right OFer if it comes down to WMP/Kearns and that we got an average pitcher for an average outfielder. And while WMP makes one salivate with the prodigious homers, I'd say the probability is low that he becomes anything more than an average big leaguer at best.
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If you've been to a Town of Tusten board meeting recently, you know they have been rife with arguments and shouting matches.
The divide on the board is growing ever wider. These public conflicts are making town residents concerned, as was expressed during the public comment portion of the meeting. Trying to put the strife behind them, the board began the meeting with a presentation of the town audit by CPA Andrew Arias of Cooper Neimann.
Arias ran through the numbers of the town budget and informed the town board that they are in good shape. Councilman Ned Lang disagreed. In an earlier email, Lang stated that he spoke with Arias, who told him that "he is concerned about our appropriations, as we are going to spend… more than we are receiving from all income sources in 2013. At this burn rate, the town will be out of money in two or three years." Lang brought this up during Arias's presentation, but Arias assured him that the town budget is in good shape and that the deficiencies and irregularities that that the town incurred in 2011 have been taken care of.
In emails sent after the meeting, Lang insisted that Arias "said that if we didn't reduce the appropriations (spending) in the coming years and did not increase the income (taxes), at the current burn rate the town will have no money in the General Fund cash reserves." Councilman Tony Ritter, in an email, said, it "seems like Tusten received a very good bill of health last night regarding our current finances from our CPA," and to Lang, "Of course whether you believe that fact to be true, and not a conspiracy, is another matter."
Supervisor Carol Wingert made a motion for the board to adopt a consent agenda, which would move some items off the agenda that is read at the public meetings. Board members could bring the item back to a standalone resolution if they felt it needed further discussion. Lang objected to theis idea, saying all matters should be discussed publicly. No decision was made on the matter.
Toward the end of the meeting, councilwoman Eileen Falk made the motion to have a second attorney on standby, in the event of a conflict of interest between a board member and town attorney Jeffrey Clemente. "Nobody has been in my position of having Ned here and Jeff here," she said, while pointing to the seats on either side of her. She continued, "Because of the conflict and dissension, it's made it obvious that there are occasions that we definitely need another attorney."
Lang took the issue further, saying that Clemente should not advise the town. He listed what he sees as the inadequacies of Clemente and made accusations against him. He said, "I have issues with Mr. Clemente… He has left this town in a very precarious position." Ultimately, four voted in favor and Wingert against the hiring of a second attorney.
After the meeting, Wingert wrote in an email that Lang "cannot vote on the appointment of an alternate attorney as he would be voting on a person who would possibly represent the town in litigation with Ned Lang himself, since he has already filed a Notice of Claim against the town." Lang replied, "Umm, am I missing something? Is there another person in the town of Tusten with the name of Ned Lang? There must be according to Carol Wingert. This Ned Lang has not yet sued the town of Tusten, elected officials, or employees of the town. I have put the town on notice…." In a long email, he ended with, "I will be involved in the selection and voting for the hiring of the alternative attorney whether you like it or not."
During the public comment period, Tusten resident Bernie Creamer reminded the board members that they work for the taxpayers, and that the taxpayers supply their salaries. He said, "We don't even get to the points that really count; it's all about you guys up there and we listen to you arguing all the time; and you're our employees, one must not forget that."
Artist J. Morgan Puett said, "I'm just appalled by the bullying… I would like to stand up with Bernie and say this is ridiculous, and there shouldn't be this counterproductive rhetoric by a town bully." Some people in attendance cheered and clapped to Puett and Creamer's comments. The next meeting will be on Tuesday, June 11 at 7:30 p.m.


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- Fanconi's Anemia, Complementation Group A (FANCA); FAA
- Fanconi's Anemia, Complementation Group B (FANCB); FACB
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Some breaking news coming down the Twitter line, via all the Phillies beat guys – Jamie Moyer has officially been named the 5th starter in the rotation by Charlie Manuel.
Kyle Kendrick, who started today against Houston and pitched just two frames, will head to the bullpen. Both men have pitched very well throughout this spring, but the 47-year-old Moyer will get the nod as the season begins in less than one week.
It's likely at some point we will see Kendrick on the hill to start a game, however, the Phillies feel Moyer and his albatross of a contract deserve one more shot in 2010. Thoughts??
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No post about Werthy shaving the Jesus Beard?
(1) In a fair fight based just on ST, KK won that job, but
(2) KK will get a chance to start, just based on the improbability/ impossibility of a starting rotation not having any setbacks or injuries for a season, and
(3) Putting KK in the bullpen is not a bad idea because a lot of the bullpen is, right now, at best a question mark, and at worst a little scary.
Can't say it's surprising. He's pitched better than expected during Spring Training, and with his contract, they need to make every attempt they can to get something productive out of him. Kendrick is easily more adaptable in terms of his role on the team than Moyer is. I agree though that we'll see Kendrick start his fair share of games this season. Having 6 capable starting pitchers is NEVER a bad thing.
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I may be naive, but I believe the contract played a minor part, if any. It was Moyer's job to lose out of respect for a pro who gives it everything he has every time out. KK pitched better, but Moyer didn't embarass himself. In addition, KK is more useful out of the pen than Moyer (who needs an inning notice to warm up). The best thing for the Phils is for Moyer to be Moyer (3 runs in 6 or 7 innings), KK ready to step in when someone needs a break. I forget the exact numbers, but I think only 3 teams had 4 pitchers start more than 20 games. A sixth starter will be needed at some point. I feel pretty good about KK in the pen pitching to major league hitters, making spot starts, getting ready to be in the regular rotation next year.
I think if Moyer looked horrible during the spring, The job would be Kendrick's. I think for right now, Kendrick is the better option coming out of the bullpen. You can always put KK back in the rotation if or more than likely when Moyer fizzles out or gets hurt. Besides, Contreras looks horrible right now and the pen could use another arm.
Looking forward to the April 16th game… Papa Moyer vs the Fish!!
If the reports are true ( I have not read anything "official" from the team), then congratulations to Jamie. He deserves to be in rotation based on his hard work in recovering from post season surgeries and a very effective Spring training performance (especially his 6.2 shutout innings against the Yankees in his last time out). By the way, mr. Gallen showed his bias for Kendrick with the remark that the Phillies chose Moyer because of.."his albatross of a contract." 😉
Its not about the $8 M . . . . its about the fact that Moyer's track record (even the past 2-3 seasons) is better than Kendrick's
so they'll give Moyer a few starts and then they'll see whats going on
Kendrick should still get a spot on the roster… and he gets the first chance to win a Starter's job . . .
As much as we're all pulling for Kendrick.. we should all support Moyer still too!
Moyer earned his spot. Having KK and even Contreras as insurance starters puts the Phils among the top handful of teams pitching wise. The rotation hasn't gotten a lot of attention this spring, but I feel like our top 4 are on par with any other team in the bigs. If Happ puts up numbers similar to Blanton's typical season, we're in good shape.
Definitely the right move for the moment. Kendrick is a better bullpen option than Moyer.
I just hope Bastardo pitches better in the regular season than he has in ST, or that a lefty can be added if he doesn't. There is a worry about budget, though. So far it looks like signing Contreras was a big waste of money, and there's probably not much left in the till.
"we should all support Moyer still too!"
I hope he kicks butt – it is a great story, and maybe after this contract he retires and can consult or coach other pitchers in the system. Although I think is home is still up in Seattle, so I wonder if he is thinking in that direction at all…
If/when KK gets to start, I hope this season for him looks anything like Happ's last season. I'd take that in a heartbeat.
not sure I'd put Contreras and "insurance" in the same sentence right now. His ST line looks like he's pitching batting practice. Hope he's the type who can turn it on when the season starts.
I think that Moyer being given the nod is a combination of respect for a hometown guy and veteran player, the fact that he has a better track record than Kendrick, and possibly the contract a little bit as well…but probably not as much as some people would like to think.
Personally, and I may be crazy, but I feel the Phils will get their money's worth out of Moyer in 2010. He will win near 12 games and be an asset to this team. I am repleat with optimism.
$8m for a 47 year old pitcher is an albatross. No 2 ways about that. Now that said, I want to see the best player out there, so if Charlie and Dubee think it's Moyer, so be it I can live with it.
If Moyer wins 12 games and pitches 175 plus innings, with this being the last year on his contract, is that still an albatross? Forget about the age. He probably helps some of the younger guys. You may be right, but this guy has come back from the dead so many times he can be called "Mummy" Moyer.
Hells yes. Congratulations, Jamie. Get out there and show all these fickle naysayers that you've still got it.
Focus on the results, people. Don't say "$8m for a 47 year old pitcher is an albatross." Say "$8m for a pitcher who has proven he can be counted on for at least a dozen wins even in an off year isn't the best deal ever, but it ain't half bad."
We all know things will change during the season, and of course Kyle will end up starting at some point for some reason, but Jamie has worked so hard and proven so much about himself, to still be pitching as well as he is at his age, that I want to see him go as far as he can.
Jamie has worked hard and I love his ethic and the way he helps the younger guys, but that contract is part of the reason why he is starting.
I think one thing that's being overlooked by some folks is that KK might be really important to the bullpen early in the season. He'll give us much more help in the pen than Jamie would, because KK can pitch back-to-back days and so on.
Not really suprising and I think it's probably the right call. There's a chance however unlikely that we'll get the Jamie Moyer we had in 08. I think that's worth letting him start the seaon in the rotation, especially if we've got Kendrick ready to pull a Happ for us.
Can't wait for the season to start checked the weather today for April 5th, high of 73, partly cloudy, that sounds perfect to me. Can't wait to invade Nationals stadium with the rest of the nation.
It was Contreras the one who got rocked…
Kendrick, who was battling with Jamie Moyer for the fifth spot in the starting rotation, threw only two innings as the club pulled him back in preparation for a bullpen role. He gave up two hits and one run. Antonio Bastardo gave up one hit in two-thirds of an inning, and Jose Contreras was rocked for three hits, three runs and two walks in two-thirds of an inning.
And Herndon pitched 2 1/3 innings… finally gave up a run, but also struck out FOUR!
Moyer has lead a playoff team in wins in each of the last 3 years! Yeah, wins are a 'luck' stat but you kinda need them to get into the playoffs.
I agree with the bad contract (2 years with easy escalators when they could have just arbitrated him was foolish). Without it, I doubt he would be on the Phillies this year (and likely would have retired).
My guess is he is an average 5th starter going about 5 innings with 3 runs with a good game every so often and a some very short stints. But no one should be questioning his desire and that may be important in the clubhouse for a team that could try to coast into the playoff again.
Doesn't Jamie Moyer have an ERA under 1.00 in Spring training? I think this is the best move because Kendrick gives the BP some stability. He's like a cheaper and better version of Contreres, so that gives Chollie some flexibility. Maybe hell return close to his 08 form?
Do you realize that Moyer is older than most of the guys from the 1993 team?
Have to say thought that Moyer has been a key player in the Phils success the last 3 years.
I wonder what Geoff is doing
Horrible move. Kyle won the job. Moyers contract is a waste. After a few games of him giving up 6 runs before the 5th inning he will be pulled. He is a has been pitcher. Average in his time. Kyle should start. Phillies will be in the world series again and will FALL to the yankees. They are the greatest team in the world. The greatest pitching staff in the world. Now they get javier who could be a number two on our team. PLEASE CHILD.
I'm glad Jamie has pitched well this spring. Because of his galling contract, the job was his from the git, provided he could physically walk out to the mound. Its nice to see that Ruben didn't have to put Charlie in the awkward position of throwing Jamie out there after a bad spring and having to make up some crap about why Kendrick wasn't pitching. Sticky situation avoided.
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Jeff, don't you have some Yankees blog you can hang around at?
If not, please go find one and leave us alone.
If Moyer got only the one year dea,l the Phils wanted to give him, after the 2008 season, then Cliff Lee is still a Phillie.
And if Cliff Lee was still with the Phillies? He'd be wasted money due to injury and ineffectiveness. He's off to a great start this year with Seattle!
Jeff, do you have ANYTHING positive to say about the Phills? EVER?
Good for Moyer. I'd like for him to win 12 games this year and ride off into the sunset with 270 career wins. Nice career.
I guess Moyer deserves the shot to keep his spot. If he turns out to pitch like crap, it wouldnt surprise me to see him come down with an "injury" so that they can keep him around to mentor the younger players.
i think it's the right move and i'm sure kendrick will get his chance to make some starts this season.
You put that on the front and expect open debate?
Maybe cole will sin more games than the 65 year old this year. that would be something at least.
On a side note I am going o the thursday game in DC game 3. I get a Blanton start?
The Second John, No he doesn't cause he is a Yankees fan.
Jeff, please go away you bring disgrace to the name. The Yankess pitching staff is the best? are you serious, I can name several others that are better and the Phillies are one that is on par with them not below but on the same level.
Roy Halladay, best pitcher or at least heavily in the conversation.
CC is a good pitcher, but is overworked and has not been great in the postseason,
Pettite has had a great career but definitely on the tail end of his career,
Burnett- waste of money, had one good game in the post season thats it.
Hughes will blow up,
I am calling it now
Yankess to do not go back to the WS, mabe not win the AL East.
Moyer the 5th Starter?!?!?! AAAAAAAAARRRRRRRRRGGGGGGGH!!!!
JUST KIDDING…With that contract and his track record of being better at the beginning of the season, don't forget that part of it, its no surprise he gets the first chance. I doubt he will last as long as he did last year, so Kendrick will probably supplant him by June.
Aumont needs another year to hone the skills, and JC Ramirez needs two probably. My problem with Moyer was always that they relied on him as a three or sometimes more heavily when in reality he was not that. BUT, as a 5th starter? There are plenty of worse 5th starter options out there, so its not a big deal.
Kendrick has been a good soldier in all this, and he has really gotten a lot better, and I do feel that he will be back as the 5th guy and that he will stick in the rotation for the rest of the season when he gets his chance.
Unless someone really tanks or gets hurt, I do not think they will trade for a starter this year at the deadline, thankfully.
I got my tickets finally, give or take the handful of random games you go to that you don't plan to go to, I will be going to less games this time, but I got way better seats.
Behind home plate, back of the row, aisle. 6 or 7 games there plus a few random games that get tossed your way. I would take 7 games in those seats of the 25 I went to last year sitting way up high. SCORE!
ughh… another year of this?
Does anyone else think that both KK and Moyer earned a spot over hamels? Just a thought.
Hamels always gets a pass.
Has anyone made the long posts abot his K per 9 or whatever state he has that is better than Jamies yet? when I point out out that Moyer has the same amount of wins as hamels the last 4 years they dont like that.
I huess its nto abot winning games when comparing Hamels and Moyer. It is about who has a better arm and who is flashier. Ill take a winner over a flashy loser any day.
Anyone else find it amusing that Chris Coste got claimed by the Nationals on waivers? Not even the Mets wanted him, and he's starting in Triple-A for the Nats. Maybe, if he's lucky, he'll get to play with Eric Bruntlett.
Pat, I echo what Andrew said at 9:47… calling this situation an albatross would be ok if you were writing an op-ed piece but in this case, you're asking for an open debate and you probably shouldn't have mentioned your personal feelings.
I'm ok with starting Moyer… our bullpen is thin right now and we need a strong arm in the pen. In my opinion, that arm belongs to Kyle Kendrick. I suspect that Kendrick will start many games this year but at least while Lidge/Romero are on the mend, it makes sense to have him in the bullpen.
Moyer is at his best when he's pitching to prove something (or pitching with a bit of a chip on his shoulder). In this case, everyone fully expects the wheels to fall off… maybe he can pull it all together for one more magical season. I wouldn't bet on it but it could happen.
I think that it all depends on how you say it..
"$8 Million for a 47 year old pitcher" WTF !!!!!
"$8 Million for a proven veteran pitcher, that helped us reach the playoffs in 2008…which let us have a chance to win the World Series" Holla!!!!
Like many, I was in favor of Kendrick.. but Moyer (if he's healthy).. gives hitters a look like they'll see from no other pitcher in the game. They say "HITTING IS TIMING… PITCHING IS DISRUPTING A HITTER'S TIMING" ..
and Moyer does that very well.. if he doesn't do it.. you have Kendrick who has earned his shot. But surprising early-career success, then a sharp downfall in his performance, and then a pretty decent season in 2009.. doesn't give me all this confidence in Kendrick. It's great that he had a nice spring (so did Moyer)… but if you had one game to win, I think everyone would take their chances with the veteran.. instead of the Kid. . . . and whenever the Phillies feel otherwise, they'll make the change to Kendrick as the #5
Terd Ferguson …(should TURD*)
but uhm.. huh??
Hamels is one of the most talented pitchers in all of Major League Baseball . . . . who had a down season after carrying the City of Philadelphia on his arm, and winning us the World Series in 2008.
He's nasty..
I am worried about Lidge, they had to give a cortisone injection today, NOT good…
Lets face it – Moyer earned the nod as the 5th starter based on the comparison of spring training stats with KK.
Lets also remember Moyer was HUGE (W=16) for the Phils in 08.
If he can bring what he has shown in spring training into the 2010 season, we might be really happy with his 2010 contribution.
"I huess its nto abot winning games."
For judging pitchers, no. Cole was much more likely to be facing the other team's ace.
I also read about Lidge's elbow soreness popping up. It did reported that it was not in the area where he had surgery. But a cortisone injection never is a good thing, and this is worth watching. It will probably delay his return to the team for another week or two.
That is probably why the Phils were looking for low-cost types of starting/relief swingmen. Dana Evland, Boof Bonser, guys like that. Soemone who would probably end up in the pen but who has started in the past.
Phillies have to sign Boof Bonser, I LOVE that name!
The Phillies just signed Josh Fogg and another pitcher not too long ago
Fogg and the other guy got minor league deals.
My question is this: both these guys are right handed, and with Bastardo pitching badly and Romero on the DL, why doesn't the F.O sign some lefties?
Why doesn't Amaro give Eyre a phonecall?
We really could use him right now…


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Metro Bus #4, Next Stop, Opening Day 2010
I have a special guest writing this entry. This is my good friend Erik. I have mentioned him on numerous occasions. Here is a picture when we went to the premiere of the Bluetopia movie: ::sniff:: thank you my friend!
Metro Bus #4, Next Stop, Opening Day 2010
On July 26, 2006, after a game, I was waiting for Metro Bus #4, and I ended-up at Dodgers Opening Day 2010. Yeah, I went that far, but not before stopping at the 2009 NLDS and NLCS, several stops in Arizona, Coors Field in Denver, Colorado, and the telephone booth in Frisco (AT&T Park, I love calling it Frisco 'cause I know they hate it). That day I was waiting for the bus, I met LuvtheDodgers23. It's really funny how she and I met, we started talking and she recognized me from the Dodgers Forum based on things I said to hear about one of my favorite players, Andre Ethier. Later in the next season, waiting at the same bus stop, I met CrzBlue and her brother, Brother Vic. It turned out that CrzBlue and Brother Vic know Luvthe Dodgers23, as they each have season seats in the Top Deck. I'm glad I take the bus because it's an experience that's allowed me meet 3 really special people, and with them, I've been on many an adventure.
The first road-trip I ever went on with CrzBlue was to see the Dodgers on September 8 in Frisco. CrzBlue, Brother Vic, and I took Mega Bus, we left L.A. at 11:30pm on Friday and got to Frisco at about 5:30am on Saturday. I don't think we slept more than 15 minutes the whole way. David Wells pitched for the Dodgers, he pushed a perfect game through 5 1/3 innings. Way to shut those jints down Boomer! His performance and the Dodgers' win had me and CrzBlue singing "I Love L.A." at the phone booth–T'was great. It was exciting, it was uncomfortable, it is unforgettable!
CrzBlue, LuvtheDodgers23, and me zooming down I-10 at 95 MPH–is there anything more natural than that? There was one trip to Az when it wasn't just the three of us. At the end of August 2008, when it looked like the Dodgers' playoff hopes were dwindling, CrzBlue, LuvtheDodgers23, Brother Vic and I decided to make the trip to Az and take the Dodgers some of our good luck. That was such an amazing trip, with 3 amazing people, to see an amazing team. Sure enough, the Dodgers went on a surge once we got there. I'm glad LuvtheDodgers23 didn't run over Brother Vic in front of my house.
And then there's me and CrzBlue in Colorado. Best road-trip ever! Lost luggage, freezing cold, no jackets, hot chocolate, more hot chocolate, singing to Loney, and, of course, saying I love you to that special man…And yes, CrzBlue brought a towel.
I have been unemployed since June 15, 2009. When the playoffs rolled around this last October, I never would've imagined I'd get to the games, but I did, many thanks to LuvtheDodgers23 for that. I've been a Season Ticket Holder since July 2006, but this year, being without a job, I haven't been able to renew. Thanks to CrzBlue, I get to go to Opening Day 2010, and, oh boy, with G-d's will, CrzBlue and I are going to have fun!
You know, these are 3 really special people in my life, I hope you have special people in your life, too. In addition to what I've mentioned, we've done many other fun things together…Dodgers 2008 Caravan at Panda Inn (Let's go Dodgers! I got a shower & couldn't eat my food), RBI Dinner 2008 (Don't look at us like that!), Anaheim 2008 (We don't pay $8 for parking, we pay $10. Come on, we are Dodgers fans!), and AZ Trip #1 (We're still waiting for Monday.)
There's been too many adventures to count, so I'll just count on them and the Dodgers to make the 2010 Season memorable. They say that L.A. public transportation is very unreliable, but, in my case, I found something very reliable–friendship. If my story/post has a message, it has to be as follows: Ride the bus, make some friends, go places, and for Gawd's sake, LOVE THE DODGERS.
Camelback Arizona.
"If one falls down, his friend can help him up. But pity the man who falls and has no one to help him up!" -Ecclesiates 4:10
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Thank you so much! I was reading this latest entry and you took me back to so many wonderful memories. The funny thing about that bus ride was that I never take the bus but on my way home from the Dodger game some lady hit my car and it was in the repair shop. I didn't want to do the rental thing and so we hopped on the bus that day. I remember our first encounter because it was Andre Ethier related. Thanks Erik and Emma! LuvtheDodgers23
The entry also took me back to so many wonderful memories we have shared together. Thank you to both of you!! I was saying to brother Vic that you don't even take that bus but it was meant for you to take the bus that day! You know Erik has been talking about writting something related to the bus.
BTW, you know the trolley is back this year!
Nice blog CZ!!! Thanks!!!
Thank YOU!
There are a few inside jokes there, "I am just waiting for Monday" Erik and I were having breakfast at the Cheesecake factory in AZ before a game. The waitress made that comment. After she talked more we realized that she was talking about the actual day Monday to watch her team the Cubbies. If was funny that both of us thought she was talking about Rick Monday. So every once in a while we say "I am just waiting for Monday."
Nice post – and a great reminder of how we can all connect with perfect strangers through our devotion to our teams. Baseball is the universal language and creates lasting friendships.
Great story! I do all of those things in your motto except love the Dodgers… I mean, I have nothing against them really, unless their play affects my Redbirds'… but you know what I mean. I do ride the bus… that's how I get around the Chi.
Thansk Jane! Is wonderful how baseball brings us all together.
Thanks to Erik!
And I am sure you do all those things except love the Dodgers.
Is not as easy riding the bus in LA and to go to Dodger Stadium is a hike from the Sunset(Cesar Chavez) & Innes but so worth it when you start looking at the beginning of our beloved Dodger Stadium!
Thank you AG23!
We did not make it to AG's restaurant. Maybe next time, God willing!
Hey Emma
I'm jealous, because you get to go to Spring Training😀 haha. Fantastic post and great story!!!
It was such a pleasure writing your most recent post…Reliving so many wonderful memories and dreaming about those that are still to come. Thank you so much for experience of contributing to "Crzblue's Dodger Blue World", I hope that I can again be a guest writer on your blog. Thanks for everything, Emma!
Great post… guess we thank Erik for this one…
Outside the Phillies Looking In
Funny that you mentioned my towel! LOL. I guess is like Linus from the Peanut character with his security blanket. I GOT TO HAVE MY TOWEL! LOL.
Thanks Peter on behalf of Erik!
Erik did a great job :O) Love the picture with the trophy!
Thanks Jen. The picture with the trophy was in 2008 when the Ddogers play an exhbition game agaisnt the Red Sox at the Coliseum to benefit the Dodgers Dream Foundation. and Think Cure. 2008 was the year the Dodgers celelbrated 50 years of being in LA.
Emma & Erik,
What an amazing way to establish a friendship! That Metro Bus #4 sounds better than any Trolley ride I've ever taken you on.
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That bus stop looks way too familiar, I've gotten off there many a times to see our Boys in Blue. And this year we get our shuttle back !!!! How many days 'till Opening Day ? GO DODGERS !!!!!
Thanks! the three of us have travel many places together locally and away since we met.
Oh, so you also have taken that bus. We probably crosssed paths walking up the hill. I am also so glad the shuttle is back and I bet a lot of people are also happy.
Ten days till Opening Day on the road! Go Padilla!
18 days till Opening Day at Home Go Kershaw!
Rest in peace, Duke Snider! Baseball lost a legend today. God Bless!


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In addition to supporting community-based organizations with financial investments, AIDS United has long believed it is equally important to provide community-based organizations with the technical assistance and organizational management tools they need to most effectively respond to the epidemic where they live.
AIDS United regularly deploys our own staff and/or teams of technical assistance consultants to communities around the country. AU grantees have access to a variety of technical assistance areas, including, but not limited to:
Other initiative-specific technical assistance includes:
AIDS United works with partners and experts from leading organizations around the country to provide customized and appropriate technical assistance to communities. Some of our core partners include:
AIDS United's AmeriCorps program, the longest-running HIV-focused AmeriCorps program in the country, also deploys 54 members to community-based organizations in seven communities, increasing their capacity to provide critical prevention, testing, and counseling services.
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