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Iron Maiden -- Paris, France -- June 5th, 2013
What to say about this show? Well, just like the entirety of my trip, I feel like words dont really express the proper depth or magnitude of it. My parents want to hear about my trip and I try and explain the coolest points and talk about the things we saw but to me it always comes out flat compared to what I actually experienced. Theres just too much to remember, too much to try and explain. Pictures help but dont really do the experience justice either in my opinion. Despite the knowledge that no review is gonna be able to accurately describe the true nature of this gig, Id like to give it a shot anyway at least for posteritys sake. I believe this may actually be my first (I have the one from 2006 but that was written in retrospect) or at least one of the few Iron Maiden concert reviews Ive written for this site. I try and do a little something for all my gigs but with Maiden shows its just like what can you say? In my opinion you could go on and on for pages or you could simply say It was great and wallow in the full depth of your experience within your own mind. With this one though I will try and cook up a little something due to the circumstances around it being pretty special in my opinion.
The gig was on my third day in Paris and the day before I had found out that I had won FTTB so I was extremely excited for multiple reasons. I would get on the barrier of course but I would also be able to spend more time in the city instead of sitting in line for a long time which was great. We went to the Louvre that day and honestly the crush at the Mona Lisa was just as bad as at any U.S. Maiden gig. So we did that for most of the day and I was feeling pretty worn out by the time we caught the metro down to Bercy. It was funny how the number of Maiden shirts on the train kept doubling with every station that was stopped at along the way. After coming back up on street level, I no longer felt tired. Stepping up into the sunlight I saw hundreds upon hundreds of people all about the giant grass pyramid in front of me. I love the way Bercy looks and its history both with Iron Maiden and in general so I was stoked just to see the venue itself. I think the only other venue Ive ever been more excited about is Madison Square Garden.
Upon seeing the crowd I was very glad I had FTTB, it looked like half the floor could be filled up by the people that were there before me. I found a merch stand and went to look for the French event shirt but no luck; there was an empty spot on the wall between the shirts. After scoping the place out and getting my girlfriend to take lots of pictures, I ran into another merch stall and secured two event shirts and the Aces High shirt. At first I was a little disappointed that there arent any actual Paris things on the shirt but it is a really cool design and its something different from the usual Eiffel Tower / Arc de Triumphe imagery the French shirts usually have. After handing off my purchases to my girlfriend (who wasnt going into the show), I raced around to the back of Bercy to the FTTB entrance. After what seemed like a pretty long wait and an absolutely chaotic and stupid run / brawl / showdown with security into the venue I got a spot in front of Dave and Adrian. I wasnt on the barrier largely due to the idiocy of everyone shoving and trying to get in but I was 2nd row and between the heads of two shorter people so I could see just fine. Later I would be glad I wasnt actually on the barrier
We were let in at like 5:45 so there was still quite a wait before Maiden but I talked to some nice guys from all over the world and took in the sights of the venue. The inside was great as well, modern looking and clean. Voodoo Six was nothing special really but the French crowd was. They were absolutely nuts. Theyd play an advert for Sonisphere France on the jumbotron with a snippet of Wasted Years and the crowd would go wild, when it would go off after a few seconds they would boo like someone just announced that the show was cancelled. Between bands the whole arena would do the wave over and over with gusto, every few minutes chants for Maiden would break out that would spill over into the whole arena. That was the great thing, the crowds in the back seemed just as happy to be there as the people on the floor and up front. Not like America where the pit and the first half of the 100s are excited and the rest of the shed acts like they really couldnt give a damn. It is nice to be around a lot of people having fun and letting loose. Once the intro started rolling, I could tell it would be getting crazy on the floor. Maiden came out with a bang and the whole place exploded. I was very glad I had a soft body to be pressed against all night rather than the metal barrier because the crush was significant. Maiden sounded great, Moonchild had new lighting from last year and it was really cool. Bruce sounded wonderful on his first scream of the night. Without much of a pause they went into Can I Play With Madness and the crowd only got more intense. The Prisoner may have been the best song of the night and I swear Steve was staring me dead in the eyes and nodding at me for the line Youll be afraid when I call out your name. That was one advantage an American fan had over the excitable Parisians, I actually knew all the verses to the songs.
Bruce gave a speech in French before Afraid to Shoot Strangers so Ive no idea what he said but it ended with the arena singing happy birthday to Nicko who was turning 61 that day. I made a sign for his birthday and at the end of the gig I held it up and he noticed it and had a laugh, pointed, and said (or mouthed, I couldnt have heard him anyway) Thank you. No really, thank you! which felt pretty awesome. In retrospect I should have taken a picture of that sign, I left in in the floor of Bercy because it had been thoroughly trashed from the movement and the sweat. Ah yes, the sweat. Ive heard Bercy is a particularly hot venue due to the glass, the grass, and the lack of AC. The weather was mild that day but I was still soaked before the gig was half over. I even brought a plastic bag to put my ticket stub in because I didnt want to ruin it with my own sweat.
Wasted Years was an absolute highlight and honestly made me very emotional. Just to be in such a far away and great city seeing my heroes play a great gig in a historic venue was a bit overwhelming. I tried to look around and take it all in because those are some of the best memories and emotions and ones you want to mentally retain for as long as possible. Seventh Son was fantastic as always, its been a highlight of every one of my Maiden England gigs. The pyro was lower than usual (it was actually flares instead of flames in the candles) but it was probably something to do with regulations about sustained flames. One of the French guys that came in first of the general queue who must have been at the venue since the early morning turned to me and told me in English that he could die happy now. I felt good about that because earlier before the gig Im pretty sure he and his friends were conspiring to take my spot because the American (as I overheard) probably couldnt handle it on the floor. Maybe I proved myself? Honestly, I may have been more energetic at this gig than any other Maiden gig in my life. Its something about the overall energy of the crowd and the venue that is infectious and makes you wanna go crazy to be on par with their madness. It was such a great atmosphere.
Iron Maiden saw the big Eddie come out and its probably one of my favourite big Eddies theyve ever had, it looks so cool. Aces High kicked off the encore and it sounded way better than last year. I think not being in 100 degree heat for the duration of the show really helped Bruce kick it up a notch for this song. The scream at the end was wonderful and the whole band really brought it just like they had been the entire gig. I hate the idea of closing with Running Free on paper but its a very fun song that gives Bruce a good chance to interact with the audience one last time. I still think every Maiden gig should close with Hallowed but thats another story. The new backdrop they had for Running Free was cool and I love the color scheme of this tour.
They said their goodbyes and turned us all loose on Paris. I wondered around the venue before I left and took some more pictures before heading to the hotel. Fantastic venue, amazing audience, wonderful performance, great fun, and probably one of the best gigs Ive seen. Next European tour I want to see them in the Nordics, preferably Gothenburg and Oslo, but I know Im gonna be incredibly tempted to go back and see them in Paris again.
Frankfurt reviews coming tomorrow hopefully.
1. Moonchild
2. Can I Play With Madness
3. The Prisoner
4. 2 Minutes to Midnight
5. Afraid to Shoot Strangers
6. The Trooper
7. The Number of the Beast
8. Phantom of the Opera
9. Run to the Hills
10. Wasted Years
11. Seventh Son of a Seventh Son
12. The Clairvoyant
13. Fear of the Dark
14. Iron Maiden
15. Aces High
16. The Evil That Men Do
17. Running Free
6/17 - Meshuggah
6/28 - Iron Maiden - Bergen, Norway
6/29 - Blaze Bayley - Bergen, Norway
7/1 - Iron Maiden - Luxembourg
10/31 - Fleetwood Mac
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Great review man and thanks for posting! Reading this is getting more and more excited about seeing Maiden for my first time in September!
11/9 - Carcass
11/18 - Ulcerate
11/29 - Epica
11/30 - Flotsam and Jetsam
Sounds like a good time
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Awesome review, sounds like you had an incredible time.
04/05 - Kataklysm, Aborted
04/08 - Carcass, Gorguts, TBDM
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The Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals in Oregon contains, as the name so aptly suggests, lots of rocks and minerals. Oh, and "a gold specimen bigger than your hand," which made the museum particularly interesting to alleged thief Gregory Liascos, who decided to pay it an after-hours visit to get a bit more up close and personal with that exhibit.
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After his arrest, Watson pulled a page directly from our middle school survival playbook as his defense: You see, he couldn't have committed the crime because he'd been in Africa at the time, having a "holiday romance" with a woman you totally wouldn't know (because she's in Africa) and whose number (as well as any holiday photos) he had totally lost.
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The Click Off is a digital photo contest sponsored by the Mill Valley Arts Commission and The Image Flow (a photographic learning center). Each participant drew from a hat one of five subject categories. The categories highlighted Marin County's unique characteristics and subsequently revealed each photographer's perspective. Between November 5-17 contestants, from Mill Valley and elsewhere, took an image that they believed best represented their subject category and received coaching from The Image Flow photographers. Cameras of all kinds were used, including cell phones. All ages and skill levels were represented among the over seventy amateur and professional photographers. Those receiving awards for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and honorable mention in each category received gift certificates. Additionally, two Youth Awards, as there was a tie, for those under 15 and a Best in Show award were given. Art professionals selected the winning images. The jury included Ed Carey, Director of Gallery 291, Michelle Grenier, Featured Mobile Photographer and Esther Vermeer, Award winner Creative Director.
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Lea Michele gets sexy in the January 2013 issue of Marie Claire, talking about her romance with Cory Monteith joking about her sexy cleavage.
The Glee star says she can't remember what her life was like before she started dating co-star (and love interest on the show) Monteith, speaking highly of him and revealing her love and trust for her beau.
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Lawrence Van Oyen, professor of music and director of bands, and Jon Warfel, lecturer in music, performed in a program titled "Saxophonia II" at Eastern Michigan University Feb. 3. The event's theme focused on World War II and included 15 performances by nine different musicians.
Warfel on piano and Van Oyen on saxophone performed "Sonata Op. 19" by Paul Creston. They played the second and third movements, titled "With Tranquility" and "With Gaiety." The duo also played a piece titled "Symphonic Rhapsody for the Alto Saxophone," composed by John Anthony Lennon. For the event's finale, Van Oyen performed a lengthy, four-piece number, titled "Shepherds of Provence," with Eastern Michigan professor of music and saxophonist Max Plank.
Van Oyen has been a faculty member at North Central College since 1993. He earned his B.M. from Michigan State University, his M.A. from Eastern Michigan University and his Ph.D. from the University of Nebraska.
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Written in 1921 by Czech playwright Karel Capek, this play coined the term "robot" and was one of the first works of science fiction as we know it. In the play, human beings develop the ability to manufacture massive numbers of robots whose purpose is to work as servants to the human race. The robots, seemingly incapable of human thought or feeling but ever self-improving, eventually rebel against humanity. As the human population dwindles due to widespread infertility, the question of whether the robots can emulate their masters in something more than rational thought hangs in the balance. Contains adult images. For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540) 568-7000.
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She was born Nov. 10, 1927 in Hobson to Fritz and Lillie Wehman. She was raised on the family farm in Hobson until her marriage to her late husband Gustav W. Ehlers on December 16, 1950, whereupon she moved to live the remainder of life with her husband and children in Karnes City.
She was preceded in death by her parents Fritz and Lillie Wehman; husband Gustav; sister Janie Gloor; brother Richard Wehman; and infant son John.
Survivors include her children, Charles (Lynda) Ehlers of Richardson and Louise (David) Regan of Falls City; brother, Roger Wehman; sister, Louise (Richard) Fossler; grandchildren, Jonathon and Travis Ehlers; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held Sunday, March 30 from 6 until 8 p.m. at Rhodes Funeral Home in Karnes City.
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Mr. Ochoa was born Feb. 9, 1943, in Dewitt County to Agapito and Christina Ochoa.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Beatrice Ochoa; and a brother, Daniel Ochoa.
Survivors include his wife, Eva Garcia Ochoa of Refugio; daughter, Debra (Gary) Goss of Paris; son, Alex Dean (Addie) Ochoa of Refugio; two sisters, Enedina (Jorge) Jaso and Elva (J.J. Andrade) Moya, all of Refugio; brother, Fidencio (Sylvia) Ochoa of Round Rock; and nine grandchildren.
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Wayne Ambulance, owned by Lackawanna Ambulance Company, which is new to Honesdale Borough, will take over Honesdale EMS with all its equipment, and hire most of its employees.
The two companies were vying for the Honesdale business when it appeared to many that the borough wasn't big enough for two companies. That's why the two companies had their trucks at curbside with their motors running in order to respond to an emergency quickly. Because the Automatic Vehicle Locator (AVL) was used by the ComCenter to find the ambulance closest to an emergency, they both adopted the curbside practice. Now the companies will be working together.
"It was an asset sale," said Michael McCormick, Wayne Ambulance Vice President. "We purchased equipment but not real estate." He said he could not comment on the exact cost of the transaction. "We are offering billing staff and field personnel employment. We have not decided as yet on their management personnel."
McCormick said that his company had already held two orientation classes for the former employees and are still accepting applications from them.
How did all this come about?
When the Texas Township Fire Company #4 offered part of their building for rent, Lackawanna Ambulance decided to expand into Honesdale as a promising business venture, and they moved into the building.
When the original ambulance company—Honesdale EMS—had to leave its building at Industrial Point at the eastern end of 12th Street because of damage from an earthquake, they moved out of Honesdale to the former Honesdale Auto Agency on Lake Ariel Highway, south of the borough. The company later returned to its original location at Industrial Point on 12th Street within the boundaries of the borough before the sale.
"Because of the competition coming from the new company, Honesdale EMS asked the borough if they could be constituted the official ambulance service," said Councilman Bob Jennings, who serves at the borough's safety committee chairman. "The council decided that the company nearest to an emergency site would be the first called," he said. The ComCenter—the 911 Center—arrived at the same conclusion, he said.
Brian Smith, chairman of the Wayne County Commissioners, stated at the August 21 commissioners meeting that the EMS of NEPA is the responsible entity for approving the licensed ambulance service within the northeast area. Smith insisted that the county has no control over who may be able to come in and operate in the county.
Wayne Ambulance did not buy the Honesdale EMS building at Industrial Point. Honesdale EMS is embroiled in a lawsuit against its insurance company. "The insurance company did not pay any claims after the building was condemned," said Stan Pratt, community relations director for Honesdale EMS. "Even though we are not functioning as an emergency service, the company still exists."
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Donatello isn't particularly aggressive but more scholarly and contemplative than his Turtle brethren. He prefers to think problems through rationally, looking for solutions that avoid unnecessary fighting. Ever the engineer, Donnie's tireless tinkering in his workshop allows him to produce some game-changing weapon upgrades unique to each Turtle. His own design – the Gravity Gauntlet – lets him bend the laws of science and send enemies skyward. His technical prowess also affords him the ability him to hack computers and security systems. Donnie is the slowest Turtle on the battlefield – but also the most methodical. His knack for analyzing situations quickly gives him the largest window for counters, and the long reach of his bo staff makes him adept at sweeping up multiple enemies with each strike. The momentum from each swing of his heavy weapon also generates considerable knockdown strength.
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Mishnah Baba Metsia 7:7 and the Relationship of Mishnaic
Hebrew to
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Mishnah Baba Batra 8:5 – The Transformation of the
Firstborn Son from
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Mishnah Avodah Zarah 4:5 – The Faces of Effacement: Between
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Artistic Evidence 29
Weistuch and Ben Zion Rosenfeld
Tosefta Ma'aser Sheni 1:4 – The Rabbis and Roman Civic
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Antique Palestine 53
Tosefta Shabbat 1:14 – "Come and See the Extent to Which
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An Archaeological Perspective on the Historical Background
to a Late
Tannaitic Passage 63
Uzi Leibner
An Illustrated Midrash of Mekilta de R. Ishmael, Vayehi
Beshalah, 1 –
Rabbis and the Jewish Community Revisited 83
Lawrence H.
Jerusalem Talmud Megillah 1 (71b–72a) – "Of the Making of
Rabbinic Scribal Arts in Light of the Dead Sea Scrolls 97
Jerusalem Talmud Sanhedrin 2,6 (20c) – The Demise of King
Solomon and
Roman Imperial Propaganda in Late Antiquity 111
Burton L.
Genesis Rabbah 1:1 – Mosaic Torah as the Blueprint of the
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Insights from the Roman World 127
R. Steven
Genesis Rabbah 98:17 – "And Why Is It Called Gennosar?"
Discoveries at Magdala and Jewish Life on the Plain of
Gennosar in the Early
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Leviticus Rabbah 16:1 – "Odysseus and the Sirens" in the
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Mosaic from Beit She'an 159
Steven Fine
Babylonian Talmud, Sukkah 51b – Coloring the Temple:
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Jerusalem Temple in Late Antiquity 191
Sacha Stern
Babylonian Talmud, Avodah Zarah 16a – Jews and Pagan Cults
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Steven D.
The Rehov Inscriptions and Rabbinic Literature: Matters of
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Stuart S.
"This Is the Beit Midrash of Rabbi Eliezer ha-Qappar"
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Were Epigraphical Rabbis Real Sages, or Nothing More Than
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Honored Deceased? 239
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The Piyyutim le-Hatan of Qallir and Amittai: Jewish
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The Use of Archaeology in Understanding Rabbinic Materials:
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The Use of Archaeology in Understanding Rabbinic Materials:
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Over the last two decades Avishai Cohen has earned his reputation as one of the world's greatest bassists. It is however as a composer that his musical statement has grown. Now with his new trio he brings fresh compositions and arrangements to the stage as well as many audience favourites from his past recordings and live shows.
Accompanying him are two young talents from Israel. Nitai Hershkovits, the golden fingered pianist who Avishai discovered in a small café in Tel Aviv. Nitai was Avishai's musical partner on his duet album, 'Duende' (EMI / Blue Note - 2012) and plays a major role in Avishai's latest album 'Almah' (Parlophone / Warner - 2013).
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NARROWSBURG, NY – Following an investigation conducted by the US Fish and Wildlife Service as cited in the story below, the Lava Fire Department, sponsor of the fireworks, has cancelled the 2012 fireworks display. Sources told The River Reporter the decision came after the department learned it could face penalties and fines if negative impacts occurred to the American bald eagle family, including two adults and three young, which nests in the Narrowsburg flats.
Federal regulations specify in the National Bald Eagle Management Guidelines that Class B explosives, which include fireworks, should not be detonated within a half-mile of an active roost, or within one mile in the case of an open area such as the Delaware River.
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An Independence Day dilemma; American icons at issue
A difficult discussion about the fate of two iconic American symbols is underway in the Town of Tusten. The dialogue is not new; in fact, various Tusten boards and at least three supervisors have weighed the issue of discharging Independence Day fireworks in proximity to an eagle nest built in the Narrowsburg flats, and all have continued to approve the practice by granting permission to the sponsoring parties.
It's the same nest that tourists view through the binoculars installed on the town deck on Main Street. From this nest, an eagle fledgling was disturbed during last year's fireworks display, ending up stranded on a spit of land below, where well-meaning canoeists unwittingly caused additional distress by paddling close to view the bird. Also from this nest, in 2009, another eaglet affected by the fireworks suffered a broken leg and had to be rehabilitated by the Delaware Valley Raptor Center (see www.riverreporter.com/issues/09-01-15/feature.html [2]).
The incidents are ironic in a town dubbed the "Eagle Capital of New York State" in 2003 by Senator John Bonacic, which for 10 years celebrated the country's national symbol with an annual EagleFest that brought more than 3,000 tourists to town.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) holds authority in the matter, and is currently conducting an investigation. The federal agency upholds the National Bald Eagle Management Guidelines, which specify that such fireworks should not be detonated within a half-mile of an active roost, or within one mile in the case of an open area such as the Delaware River.
The New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is also weighing in on the issue. A DEC endangered species biologist has been in contact with both the municipality and the FWS regarding the issue. Specifics were unavailable by press time.
Last year, the fireworks were sponsored by the Narrowsburg Chamber of Commerce, which estimated the financial cost as "in the thousands." This year, the fireworks were handed over to the Lava Fire Department, which has been raising funds for the fireworks and has placed a substantial deposit on their purchase.
Local merchants have expressed mixed responses to the display. While some welcome the influx of tourists and cash, others complain that the economic boost is not worth the disruption and the trash tossed into the river from the bridge.
Currently, the plan is to proceed as in recent years with the fireworks being detonated from the ballfield next to the DEC's public access parking lot along the Delaware River. At issue is whether that location satisfies the restrictions identified in the federal guidelines.
Town supervisor Carol Wingert has been trying to identify an alternate location with little sucess, but is willing to continue exploring other options for the 2013 display.
The National Park Service (NPS) is preparing to provide assistance to minimize any negative impacts that may occur. The NPS air boat will be available and rangers could patrol the area to ward off river users if a bird becomes stranded again.


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No, not the old Stephen King story about some poor guy cursed by a gypsy to keep losing weight 'til he wastes away. I'm talking about the Phillies – specifically Ryan Howard and Brett Myers. According to an article in today's Philadelphia Inquirer, Howard has dropped 20 pounds, and Myers has dropped 30!
In fact, at first glance this morning, I thought the photo of Myers was actually Chase Utley. Mind you, he was only showing from the waist up above the fold of the paper. Then I flipped it over to read the caption, and thought, "When did Utley get that big tattoo on his leg?" I was actually kind of shocked to see it was Brett. Kudos to both of them for working their butts (and waists) off to get ready for the season.
I'll be very interested to see how their newfound sveltness affects their performance to start this season – Ryan so far in his career has been a notoriously slow starter, and Brett's poor start last season got him sent to the minors to get straightened out. I'll be sending my positive vibes out to both of them!
Maybe they should publish a diet book together. They could call it "Phight Phlab with the Phillies". I'd buy it if I could be guaranteed the same results!
(both photos by Eric Mencher/Philadelphia Inquirer)
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As I was reading this post, I kept saying to myself, "These guys should do a diet book." Then I read to the end and you'd already thought of it! I'm sure it would be a hot seller. How DO these guys trim down? I know they work out, but I'm sure diet has a lot to do with it.
Phight Phlab with the Phillies LOL. Good title, you should copyright it! I thought the photo was Chase Utley initially as well! It's great that they lost that weight.
I wondered last year if Howard could be a better defender if he were in better shape. Looks like we'll find out this year!
Thanks all for visiting!
Jane – if working out all day was my job too, I probably could drop those extra pounds.😉
Wightway – it's not that I thought they were bad last year, they were good – I hope this makes them even better!
Elizabeth – so I'm not the only one who thought that!
Julia – thanks for the heads-up, I'll have to find a #44 to write about.
Kathy – I agree with you, I think it can only help.
Meyers was talking about losing weight during the World Series on the sideline by the Phillies Bullpen during B P.
He was chatting that he was not a salad guy and might have to find an alternative solution. Maybe the fact they won the World Series got him into that frame of mind only a championship can give a player. Shape up or ship out. He knows the Phillies have most of their arsenal back in 2009, and why not make a run at two -in -a-row. Worst thing have happened in Philly.
I was on another website the other day and saw the story about that Phillies fan who got into the best seat behind home plate, then got into the locker room and got a championship t-shirt and cap. And his final slice of video history was going out to the mound with the players and celebrating in the locker room with the team. Wow, can that guy buy me some Powerball tickets next week?
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Renegade – Hmm, I wonder what the alternative solution was? It certainly seems to have worked! I sort of recall reading about the guy who managed to get into the clubhouse celebration – wow he sure has some b*lls! I guess if you act like you're supposed to be there nobody questions you. Don't think I'd have the nerve to try it though – besides, everyone would know this giddy woman doesn't belong there!🙂


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Plastic ID cards are usually made from PVC plastic and are hugely popular amongst businesses who want durable cards that can last for a really long time. If you ask around for some suggestions on the kind of ID cards that you must go for, you will find most people asking you to pick an ID card made of plastic. That's because it makes sense for you to choose such cards.
Let's take a look at why such cards are such a popular pick:
More Secure than Laminated Paper ID Cards
We have come across many cases of information on paper ID cards being easily altered. Every business wants a tamper proof ID card whose information can't be easily altered and this where
plastic ID cards
score over their counterparts. What's more, if you are getting your ID cards designed and printed by a reputed company in the niche, you can ask it to further enhance card security by printing a holographic image on the plastic to ensure it's not used for activities that it isn't meant for.
They are more durable
No one can deny the durability and robustness of plastic ID cards. You don't really have to worry they will break as that will only happen if you apply a lot of pressure and make a concerted effort to break them. Even then there is a good chance that they might just bend, and not break. Even on the durability front, it scores over the other ID cards available on the market.
Resist Wear and Tear
This is linked to our earlier point about durability. You can use these cards day in and day out and can even use them roughly and expose them to inclement weather; they still won't give up on you. You will agree that not everybody can take proper care of their ID cards, and a number of people don't even make the effort to take care of their ID cards. This is why you need cards that can resist a lot of wear and tear, are unaffected by dust, dirt or grime. In such cases, ID cards made from plastic are definitely the way to go.
Data Transmission
Another huge reason why most companies have moved on to using plastic ID cards is because a tremendous amount of data can be stored on these cards, in the form of embedded chips or magnetic stripes running through them. This information can include comprehensive employee information and can also be used to record in and out time of the employee. This data can also be accurately imported to specific software, while computing the payroll or to confirm the employee's eligibility for specific services or facilities offered by the employer.
Cost Effective
If you are giving bulk orders for plastic ID cards, you will find them a cost effective bargain at the onset itself. On the other hand, if you don't have a huge order to give, you might find such cards a little expensive as compared to the other available options. But if you take a long term view, you will find out they are really quite affordable and will help you save a lot of money in the near future. You won't need to replace such cards, just because they have got torn or they look old or have got smudged.
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If you want to improve the longevity of your plastic ID cards, it will be a good idea to get them laminated. This way they will never get old. The use of such cards has actually helped
businesses improve
the efficiency of certain processes. The fact that these cards can be used to store information and transfer it whenever needed, means businesses are making use of them for diverse purposes.
The key to choose the right ID card lies in making sure that it will satisfy all your needs and requirements. There is no doubt that cards made from plastic will do all this and more. But, take note of a word of caution - Make sure that you pick the right ID card printing company; this is the kind of company that is reputed for the quality of its ID cards. This will guarantee that the cards you pick are made with top quality plastic and the printing on them is easily readable and very clear.
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A famous striker from Argentina, Lionel Messi considered as the best football player in the world. Even though his dad is a steel factory manager but it does not mean that he cannot be the one of the best football players in the world. The greatest achievement that he got was the FIFA World Player of the Year five times. He started his career at the age 14 to play for Barcelona. Because of his spectacular progress, he managed to climb the ranks to Barca C, Barca B, and finally he made it to the first team. It was the greatest significant progress that he has shown anyway, no doubt that he becomes a football player that is so respected by the others. He won seven La Liga titles with Barcelona, it added the long achievements list that he has. By the way, his first debut was at 16 where he made the first appearance and one year later, he appeared as the youngest player who appeared in La Liga, is not it so incredible? With all of the excellent skills and fame that he got, he made some appearances as a model for some products which is another great step for him to keep shining. Even within a year, he collected 38 goals exactly in 2009/2009 season that lead him to another amazing achievement regarding the score of the goals that he made. This talented football player has been crowned Player of the Year at age 25 and you know what, it is for four times! I am pretty sure it is so hard to have another Lionel Messi in the future but nothing is impossible so we just wait and see who is going to be the next Lionel Messi with a great and excellent skill plus performances.
The whole world knows that Diego Maradona is a legend, he was born on October 30th, 1960 and now he becomes a retired Argentine professional football player. He is considered as the greatest football player by people especially former football players as the greatest football player of all time. When it comes to Maradona then it is a must to discuss about his achievement. He transferred to Barcelona for £5 million and then to Napoli for £6.9 million which made him as the only player who got the world record transfer fee twice. His skills are so great that you will not believe it! He vision, passing as well as ball control that you cannot see on the other football players. His speed also is so amazing that is why he could score 34 goals during his international career. The Golden Boy is his nickname so when you hear it then it is about Diego Maradona.
Gabriel Batistuta, a retired Argentine professional football player, he is the eleventh top scorer of all the time in Italian Serie A league with 184 goals, is not it amazing? You will be more amazed when you know the fact that he is Argentine's all-time leading goal scorer, there were 56 goals in 78 matches. Besides that, he played at three World Cups. Who knows that he can be one of the greatest football players as when he was a child, he preferred to play basketball over football because of his height. But Mario Kempes made him want to give his life to football. His international career started in 1991 when he was selected to play for Argentina in the Copa America that held in Chile. For your information, he has a style of play that makes him as a powerful player; he has that good technique with accurate heading. Can you name one football player in this era that has the same style as Gabriel Batistuta?


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Two Grand Slams Save The Phillies Pitching
This is why I love baseball. Anything can happen. The Phillies pitching sucked big time, but even bigger, timely hits saved the day! Phillies beat the Nationals 13-11 and we all LOVE Raul Ibanez! Get to that in a minute….
First, let's give the pitching a well deserved spanking! I'm sorry Joe Blanton, but the nickname I gave you last year when you were stinking up the joint is back: It's Joe Blah-nton! As much as I hate to dub anyone with a "BLAH!", after a horrid start to the season and an 8.41 ERA, it only seems fitting. Consider it a challenge. Prove me wrong. PLEASE.
Blah-anton surrendered 6 runs tonight on 8 hits and 3 walks, including 3 monster home runs; and all this in only 4.1 innings. Yikes! But hey, the bullpen did no better. Jack Taschner chipped in one run and Scott Eyre, entering the "every pitchers nightmare" category, gave up not one, but TWO 2-run home runs in ZERO innings. He was pulled before he even recorded an out.
But thank goodness for Ryan Howard and RAUUUUUUUUUL Ibanez! Both players whacked a GRAND SLAM in the game! The last time the Phillies hit 2 slams in one game was 2003 when Tomas Perez and Jason Michaels did it. Howard's slam tied the game up at 6-6. Later, after the pitching exploded again and the Phils trailed 11-7, Ibanez gave them the lead in the 8th with his salami. It was Raul's 3rd hit of the game. Jimmy Rollins also had a 3 hit game, while attempting to slip out of his slump; looks like he found his mojo again.
Ryan Madson got the save in the 9th in the absence of Brad Lidge, who has inflammation in his right knee. Hopefully, it is not serious; the MRI was clean and he is day-to-day. Carlos Ruiz was given a rest today in AAA Lehigh Valley; he experienced some discomfort in his injured oblique area during batting practice and was held out of the game. Looks like Lou Marson and Chris Coste will continue to man the backstop for a while. Marson looks great behind the plate; he keeps ball in front of him and he has a good arm too. His hitting will come along as he gets more at-bats. And Coste is Coste…he'll get the job done.
So who's going to get their Charlie Manuel bobblehead tomorrow night? You know I am! Hope to see ya there….7:05pm start with Cole Hamels getting the start!
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I just saw the stat that 9 of the Phillies 10 wins have been come from behind. Impressive!Russhttp://wight4256.mlblogs.com
I wish they would stop giving away all the good stuff on weeknights! I guess I'll have to try to pick up a Charlie bobble on eBay in a few weeks, after the initial demand settles down. Have fun!
Rants, Raves, and Random Thoughts
Actually, Howard's grand slammer tied it up at 6-6. A National's misplay of a Jimmy Rollins hit near foul territory that landed fair made it 7-7.
Thanks Stanley! I fixed it…was SO excited I just went typing away :O)
Wow! I do feel for the Nationals scoring all those runs and not winning. I am looking forward to the series with my Dodgers!
with apologies to zevon,new at bat music …
rauuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuul,werewolves of philly!
Every one is discounting the Nationals, or is that still the Natinals? They still have a great hitting club, but that Bullpen is a scrambled eggs worth of trouble.
I am glad to see that Raul is taking over the Pat Burrell duties of hitting some monster shots and getting those timely hits.
A win is a win, but a close one makes even a post game beer/soda taste better.
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#130424 - 07/15/04 09:35 PM This is where the New Caledonians get off
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Ah yes, Basquing in reflected glory, I see.
Another example of the Use-Mention dichotomy...
#130425 - 07/16/04 03:52 AM New Caledonians
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You stole that joke from the rightful owners. This will be forever known as Basque-steal Day._________________________
#130426 - 07/16/04 07:00 AM Re: New Caledonians
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Just trying to show that not every ethnic joke can be trasnlated willy-nilly from one ethnos to another.
#130427 - 07/16/04 07:19 AM Re: New Caledonians
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Actually, I think that's a pun, not an ethnic joke._________________________
#130428 - 07/16/04 05:26 PM Re: New Caledonians
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Just trying to show that not every ethnic joke can be trasnlated willy-nilly from one ethnos to another.
...never meant that at all, just that the herring joke was invariant under ethnic translation...
#130429 - 07/16/04 06:32 PM Re: New Caledonians
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I saw a documentary about humor a while ago. They went all over the world asking people on the street/veldt/mountain to tell them a joke. The idea was to see if there were truly ethnic or cultural differences in humor. The most interesting part was that they heard very similar jokes in India, Mongolia, London, etc. Often along the lines of "did you hear about the (fill in name of group who lives near you but who you think is culturally inferior) who tried to blow up a jeep? He burnt his lips on the tailpipe."
They did find a fairly consistant difference between male and female humor which also crossed cultures.
They also used one joke involving two dogs who watch various things happen. (It is fairly long but I won't tell it properly here)) The first dog says woof and the second says "Hey I was going to say that."
They repeated it with about twenty animals and appropriate noises. Apparently the dog is the funniest animal, again across most cultures. I can't remember who came second.
edit or why they thought it mattered.
#130430 - 07/16/04 08:33 PM Re: New Caledonians
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a pun, not an ethnic joke
All right. Y'all have caught me out. It's confession time. What it really was was a reductio ad absurdum of the notion that this sort of thang is (A) funny and (2) clever.
#130431 - 07/21/04 03:19 PM Re: New Caledonians
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a pun, not an ethnic joke
To me, it is neither, but that horribly wonderful invention, the Shaggy Dog Story.
The classic SDS relies on inordinate length, culminating in an atrocious inversion of initial letters (which AIN'T a pun!) - like the "Basques in one exit" story (in its many variations.)
Or the punchline to the story of the African chieftain who collected thrones and kept them in the roof of his house, which was constructed of straw and eventually fell down, proving convincingly that people who live in grass houses shouldn't stow thrones.
#130432 - 07/21/04 04:29 PM (which AIN'T a pun!)
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Loc: Marion NC
Huh? A play on words is not a pun? A pun my word!
Forsooth! "Putting all your basques in one exit" is not, by your definition, an SDS since it is more than "an atrocious inversion of initial letters." And I have to admit that I put in the word atrocious only because you did!
If I were to comment on one's habit of making manifold requests I might say, "Don't put all your begs in one askit" and by your definition that might be an SDS. But in my opinion they is ALL puns.
Am I correct in assuming that you reserve the term pun for those bon mots that use alternative spellings of words with the same pronunciation to invoke a groan from the audience? As in the man whose three sons had a cattle ranch which he called Focus Farm because it's where the son's raise meat. Which the late great IA called the most perfect pun in the English language._________________________
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What are "Administrative Costs?"
Administrative costs are school district expenditures properly attributable to the expenditure functions specified in Section 17-1.5 of the School Code (105 ILCS 5/17-1.5). The following functions are included under "administrative expenditures" as prescribed by statute:
- 2320 Executive Administration Services (example: Superintendent & Assistants)
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- 2490 Other Support Services - School Administration (example: Department Heads and Deans [not principals])
- 2510 Direction of Business Support Services (example: Chief School Business Officials and Business Manager)
- 2570 Internal Services (example: Distributing supplies, duplicating, etc. for the school system)
- 2610 Direction of Central Support Services (example: Director / Manager of Planning, Information Services, Staff Services, etc.)
These total expenditures should include salaries, employee benefits, purchased services, supplies and materials, capital outlay, and other objects. Explanations and descriptions may be found within 23 Illinois Administrative Code – Part 100 (Requirements for Accounting, Budgeting, Financial Reporting, and Auditing).
What type of retirement costs should be deducted?
The Limitation of Administrative Costs legislation states that state-mandated retirement costs are not included, e.g., payments to the Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) and the Illinois Municipal Retirement System (IMRF).
What districts are affected by this legislation?
All school districts except Chicago School District 299 are affected by the legislation. However, school districts with administrative expenditures per pupil in the 25th percentile and below (the fourth quartile) for all districts of the same type (elementary, high school, unit) may waive the limitation.
How do districts find out if they rank in the 25th percentile?
Districts may contact the School Business Division of the State Board of Education at 217.785.8779 or
access the information on-line at http://www.isbe.net/sfms/AdminCaps/AdminCaps.htm
How were these rankings calculated?
The rankings are based on school district's administrative costs per pupil. The administrative costs per pupil are calculated by dividing the administrative costs by the 9 months average daily attendance. The figures are derived from the most recently available Annual Financial Report and General State Aid Claim.
If a district is in the lowest 25th percentile, how is the cap waived?
A public hearing must first be conducted. After the hearing, the local school board must approve the waiver by a two-thirds vote. The district must then notify the State Board of Education within 45 days. The law does not provide specific details for how the hearing should be conducted. We recommend the same process used for budget hearings be applied in this case.
If a district is in the lowest 25th percentile, should it waive the cap?
Districts should first determine that the administrative costs will increase more than 5% prior to waiving the cap. The State Board of Education is required by statute to publish a list of all school districts waiving the cap.
Why do some districts' level of administrative costs seem high compared to other districts' levels of administrative costs?
Some districts, in the past, have included costs in the administrative functions which may be more appropriately charged to other functions, e.g., instructional supplies. Also, district enrollment impacts the level of administrative costs per pupil.
What may ISBE do if a district violates the 5% limit?
In accordance with Section 17-1.5 of the School Code, the State Superintendent may impose progressive sanctions against districts for non-compliance that may culminate in withholding all subsequent payments of General State Aid due the district. The State Board of Education is required by statute to publish a list of all school districts violating the limitation.
Are there any options if a district is not in the lowest 25th percentile and its administrative costs increase beyond the control of the district?
A district may request a waiver pursuant to Section 2-3.25g of the School Code if exceeding the limitation is solely because of circumstances beyond the control of the district and the district has exhausted all available and reasonable remedies to comply with the limitation. If approved, this waiver shall only apply to the specific school year for which the request is made. For more information on the waiver process, districts may contact the Rules and Waivers Division at the ISBE at 217-782-5270.


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Fireworks will be part of the sixth annual Independence Day at Maunalua Bay Festival sponsored by Maunalua Communities Foundation next week.
"Maunalua Communities Foundation is very pleased that we can give the community a fireworks show as part of this annual event," said Co-President Win Schoneman. "We are grateful for the financial support from residents and businesses that made this happen, especially our anonymous donor of $22,500. We have worked diligently with Grucci fireworks to create a memorable show. We also want to thank American Marine for coming forward to provide the necessary barge. It was definitely a community effort."
This year's event will feature a traditional July 4th Barbecue on the Bay benefiting two local non-profits -- Maunalua Communities Foundation and Shaka Kids Foundation. Hours will be 1 to 9 p.m.
Pre-sale tickets at $10 for hamburger/veggie burger combo plate or $5 for hot dog combo plate are now available by calling 286-1727 or from Bubbies Koko Marina. The only other food vendors will offer ice cream, shave ice and cold drinks.
Bobby Moderow Jr. has assembled the entertainment lineup including Hawaii Kai Keiki hula and ending with his group Maunalua right before the fireworks show at 8 p.m. Other confirmed entertainers are a jazz duo with Steve Martinuchi; Dayton Watanabe, who performs at Duke's; Ricky Hana; Steven Inglis, slack key guitar and 2012 Na Hoku Hanohano award winner; Heart and Soul, a musical trio; Aidan James, local ukulele star accompanied by Ian Wacksman on drums -- both are students at Hahaione School; Jerry Santos and Kamuela Kimokeo.
Also planned are Hawaiian cultural activities, a keiki bike parade, the popular watermelon-eating contest. Artist Patrick Ching will bring his life-size horse statue again for keiki and adults to paint red, white and blue.
Dianne Glei, event chair, expressed appreciation to East Oahu residents for contributing almost $7,000 to support the event and fireworks show. Other sponsors include City and County of Honolulu, Bubbies Koko Marina, Outback Steakhouse, Mutual of Omaha Bank, Hale Ka Lae, Rogue Ale Department of Agriculture, Koko Marina 76, Koko Marina Center, the Hawaii Kai Marina Community Association, Kamehameha Schools, Walgreens, Roy's Hawaii Kai, American Savings Bank Hawaii Kai, Hawaii American Water.
"We hope people will come out and celebrate friends, family and freedom on the 4th of July at Maunalua Bay. It is their community event," said Glei.
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Petite Black and White Plaid Pencil Skirt
Style: 570118785
Out of Stock
Go school-girl chic in pops of plaid in black, white and plum hues. Sleek silhouette and style will bring a bit of pattern to your daytime work ensembles.
- Sits at or below the waist.
- Invisible zip at center back with hook and eye closure.
- Center back slit.
- Fully lined.
- 64% polyester, 34% rayon, 2% spandex. Machine wash, cold. Imported.
- Regular center back length: 25"
- Petite center back length: 23.5"
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