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Aviation Insurance
On a purchase-satisfaction scale of one to 10, aviation insurance fails to register even a one for most buyers. And no wonder. There's simply nothing sexy about buying a stack of papers that promise to pay for a loss you hope won't occur and which, in fact, is highly unlikely to ever happen.
As such, many business jet owners make the potentially devastating mistake of focusing minimum attention on this vital component of their financial protection system. Given that aviation risk ranks as one of the largest financial exposures an aircraft owner faces, this can have disastrous consequences.
Consider the legal ramifications of the recent Learjet 60 accident in Columbia, S.C., which resulted in the deaths of four of the six people on board, including both pilots, and you begin to realize what's at stake. One of the survivors, who suffered second- and third-degree burns, is seeking unspecified punitive damages and compensation for pain and suffering, lost earnings, property damage and past and future medical and health-related expenses. Defendants in the suit include the aircraft owner, the aircraft operator, the tire manufacturer and the aircraft manufacturer. Suits by the other survivor and by the estates of those who died could follow.
"A lot of people don't understand what's in their insurance policy until they need it-and then it's too late," said Mike Nichols, the National Business Aviation Association's vice president for operations, education and economics. "Knowing what coverage you have is key."
Here is a six-step process to help guide you in the purchase of your business aviation insurance:
1. Understand what you're buying. You need to have an understanding of the state of the business aviation insurance market. Premiums are at an all-time low and underwriting flexibility is at an all-time high. This is valuable information to have when discussing insurance renewal with your broker. You can find other important information on the National Business Aviation Association's Web site (www.nbaa.org), in the Insurance and Risk Management section, which includes articles on topics such as Additional Insureds, Using Independent Contractor Pilots and Non-Owned Aircraft Liability Coverage.
2. Seek advice on the proper liability-coverage limit. This is probably the most important decision you'll make, as it presents the highest catastrophic-loss potential. How much coverage is enough? Unfortunately, no easy answers apply. But there are questions you can ask yourself to help determine a reasonable amount. What is the average passenger load and passenger composition? If most flights involve just one or two passengers or the passengers are primarily employees (where workers' compensation insurance may protect you), you might be able to live with a lower liability limit. However, if the average passenger load is four or five or the passengers are primarily non-employee guests, you'd be wise to look at higher liability limits. Other factors to consider include the number of seats in the aircraft, the benchmark average liability limit for similar-category aircraft and any umbrella policy you may have.
When in doubt, buy more, not less. Liability insurance is the great unknown and often purchasing higher limits isn't expensive. Unfortunately, you won't find out whether you bought enough until after a loss.
3. Review the aircraft value annually. Many aircraft owners insure their jet for the original purchase price and then fail to adjust the value.
One unique aspect of most aircraft insurance policies is that the hull coverage is written on an "agreed-value" basis. That means that once you and the insurer have agreed on a hull value, the amount stated in the policy represents how much will be paid in the event of a total loss, less any applicable deductible. This is a radical departure from auto insurance, which is written on an actual-cash-value basis.
But you can over-insure and under-insure to your detriment. If you over-insure, the insurance company may elect to repair the aircraft even when it has suffered major damage-leaving you to deal with significant damage history, loss of use of the aircraft while it undergoes lengthy repair and no compensation for diminution of value. Conversely, if you under-insure, the insurance company may opt to pay you the insured value and then sell the salvage, meaning you'd lose your equity.
In this volatile economic market, many aircraft values have taken a hit. Make sure to review your hull coverage at least annually (don't forget to consider any loan or lease requirements) and adjust the amount if necessary.
4. Review the structure of the policy's "named insured." Many owners make the mistake of simply listing the registered owner (often a sole-asset LLC) as the only "named insured." Properly structuring the named insured is crucial because the entities or persons who truly need the protection may not have it if the policy isn't written properly. In addition, many of the ancillary coverages, including the use of non-owned aircraft, apply only to the named insured. For example, say the owner's aircraft is on a flight and another executive of the company must therefore use charter. If the flight is chartered under the actual operating company's name, the coverage for use of non-owned aircraft wouldn't apply, leaving the operating company exposed to a lawsuit in the event of an accident.
You might think you needn't worry about that and that your company couldn't be sued if all you did was charter an aircraft. In fact, though, when an accident occurs, typically everyone involved in the loop of commerce for that flight will be brought into a lawsuit. Keep in mind that one of the great benefits of your liability policy is that it provides an attorney to defend you, even against a suit that is groundless.
5. Choose an insurance broker that specializes in aviation. Your property/casualty broker is probably fine for handling your general insurance needs, but if you required heart surgery, you'd want a heart surgeon, not a GP. For similar reasons, you need an insurance brokerage that deals exclusively in aviation.
Unlike other lines of property/casualty insurance, which are written on standard forms, aviation policies vary widely, and some are much broader than others. This makes apples-to-apples comparisons extremely difficult. A good aviation insurance broker can help you find the policy that best fits your operation.
In addition, these brokers deal with the underwriting companies every day on multiple aviation risks and have large books of business with each, which gives them lots of clout. An aviation broker will know which underwriter at each insurance company is the most reasonable to deal with; what a competitive rate should be on a particular account; and what coverage is available at no extra charge. He'll also know when to negotiate-and how hard-to secure a lower premium, broader policy forms or ancillary coverage.
6. Review the insurer's financial stability and claims philosophy. Firms such as A.M. Best and Standard & Poor's monitor and rate the financial health of insurance companies on a daily basis. In today's business environment, it's much harder to identify the truly solid insurance companies, the importance of which cannot be overstated. Often, lawsuits generated by aviation accidents can drag out over five to seven years. Your mission is to select an insurer that will be around for the long haul to cover those long "tail" claims.
All six of these steps are vital. Remember, the financial stakes are too high to give less than full attention to your aviation insurance. No company ever thinks its jet will be involved in an accident. But accidents happen, even to the best flight departments. Take command now before a loss occurs.
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Thales to Acquire LiveTV
Thales signed a binding agreement to acquire JetBlue's subsidiary in-flight entertainment provider, LiveTV, for $400 million.
The acquisition is still subject to regulatory approval, and Thales is expecting to complete the purchase by mid-2014. The Melbourne, Fla.-based LiveTV provides in-flight entertainment and connectivity products covering Ka-Band Broadband, Multi Band Broadband(Ku, Ka and L-Band), LiveAero and Regional Satellite Radio.
Currently, LiveTV is providing the installation of ViaSat's Ka-band satellite in-flight connectivity service across JetBlue's entire commercial fleet of Airbus A320s. The company has equipped more than 700 aircraft worldwide.
"LiveTV is a great strategic fit for Thales," said Jean-Bernard Lévy, Chairman and CEO Thales. "It will improve our positioning in the high growth business of in-flight entertainment and connectivity. Our aim is to offer the highest performance, and most competitive and flexible connectivity solution to airlines regardless of their fleet-size, aircraft type or route structure."


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If you live in the flat lands like I do (303 feet above sea level), you've heard about the effects of high density altitude–but maybe it's still a tough concept to grasp. The air's less dense so there isn't as much lift? Huh? AOPA's aviation subject report puts it like this: "On a hot and humid day, the aircraft will accelerate more slowly down the runway, will need to move faster to attain the same lift, and will climb more slowly." (There's a lot more information in the subject report. It's worth your time to review it, and your CFI will give you a gold star.)
A pilot and three passengers in Idaho have provided us with probably the most compelling, graphic display of high density altitude's effect on aircraft performance that you could ever hope to see. Please be advised that while all four in the aircraft survived the crash, disturbing footage of the pilot's injuries appears at 5:20. Click here for the video. Student pilots: You'll note that the aircraft takes a long, long, long time to lift off from the runway, which was near the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness.
The preliminary NTSB findings for the accident are here.–Jill W. Tallman


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One of the most popular racquet categories to emerge over the past year has been that of "tweener" racquets - those models that fall between pure player's models and pure game improvement, or power models. They're usually lighter (9-11 ounces), slightly longer (27.5-28 inches) and are designed for players with medium to medium-full/fast swings. Our message board, Talk Tennis, is loaded with discussions on the pros and cons of these racquets, as well as how they compare with each other. Having reviewed the first three models listed above, we felt it was time to include a playtest review of Wilson's Hyper Hammer 5.3.
The Hyper Hammer 5.3 enjoyed a kick-start during its introduction thanks to Tennis Magazine's 1999 Spring Gear Guide, where playtesters rated it as most powerful in its category. In Tennis Industry Magazine's Spring playtest the 5.3 Oversize ranked #2 overall, behind the Hyper Sledge Hammer 2.0 for men and women ranked 3.5-4.5. Not surprisingly, Wilson enjoyed impressive sell-in (initial sales to retailers) of this racquet and many players wondered if the 5.3 wasn't the holy grail of tennis. It quickly became Wilson's most popular selling Hyper Carbon model, and has enjoyed enhanced visibility on the pro tour in the hands of Lindsay Davenport and Todd Martin. Due to it's popularity, the 5.3 has also become Wilson's poster child for their newest material technology, Hyper Carbon, Wilson's answer to titanium racquets. The Hyper Hammer 5.3 continues to sell nicely for Wilson.
We playtested both headsizes of the Hyper Hammer 5.3 over a period of 2 weeks. Both racquets were re-strung midway through our playtest session at higher tensions. Strung at mid-range, both racquets (especially the Oversize) rocketed the ball off the stringbed, resulting in a lack of control. Our final tensions on both racquets were the maximum recommended by Wilson (Midplus @63 lbs. and Oversize@65 lbs.) with Wilson Sensation NXT 16.
On paper, the Hyper Hammer 5.3 Midplus seems to offer an ideal blend of power, control and maneuverability. At 27.5 inches, it provides a little more leverage and reach than a standard length racquet, without impeding reaction to balls hit close to the body. It's 95 square-inch head is control-oriented, while still offering adequate space for mis-hits. The combination of 10 ounces and a slightly (3 points) head-heavy balance make the 5.3 maneuverable, without feeling too feathery or hammery.
Its relatively light stationary weight can be misleading though. Dan explains, "this racquet swings heavier than 10 ounces. It has the stability of an 11.5 ounce, head-light player's racquet but the power of a true head-heavy model." Although the 5.3 midplus is slightly head-heavy, it's not as top-heavy as most other Hammer models. Granville offers, "on the plus side, this is a well-balanced, lightweight racquet. At 10 ounces, it has the same feel as a performance frame, but not quite the same power level. On the down side, this means it's like one of the original Isuzu Troopers - a big comfortable car with only 4 cylinders - a bit under powered. Better suited to 4.0-5.0 players." Don offers a little different take, "I liked this racquet's first moment, or static weight. It feels good just picking it up. In play though, the head feels a long way from the handle, resulting in more of a Hammer-effect than I like or the numbers would indicate. Although it's less head-heavy than other Hammers, it is no lightweight."
From the baseline, the 5.3 MP offers adequate power and favors players with medium to full swings who hit a flatter ball. Dan offers, "the denser string pattern will benefit flat ball strikers and string breakers. I had an extremely hard time generating any type of heavy spin. Players with longer swings, who rely on spin may find control problems here." Don concurs, "it was weird - the head seemed smaller than 95 square inches and the string pattern seemed denser than 16x20. I had difficulty hitting with much topspin or slice. Most of my groundies ended up flatter than usual, reducing my margin for error. Also, when I hit the sweetspot, everything felt great. Off-center shots, though, weren't very forgiving." Further testimony of the 5.3 midplus' 'tweener rating comes from Mark, who says, "this is either a powerful control racquet or a controlled power racquet - take your pick. A player using control racquets and seeking more power will like it, as will a player currently using a power racquet who wants more control."
Volleys are more powerful than groundstrokes with the 5.3 MP, according to our playtesters. Granville says, "while I did struggle a bit to drive my groundstrokes, I found the racquet gave me all the touch and comfort I expect at the net playing with my ProStaff 6.0 85, but with more pop." The 5.3 MP is quick and maneuverable at net but offers more stability than other 10 ounce racquets. Don explains, "I didn't experience the twisting problems at net that occurred on off-center grounstrokes and I definitely have plenty of mis-hit volleys. Either my volleys have improved (less likely) or the 5.3 MP's weighting provides good stability. I volleyed better than expected with this racquet." Dan, an aggressive net-player, offers, "volleys were crisp and the racquet's lighter weight lended itself well in situations needing quick reactions. My only problem was figuring out how short I should make my stroke. Volleys came flying off the stringbed with the slightest forward movement."
On serves, the 5.3 MP offers adequate power but spin is more difficult to generate than anticipated. Dan, a fast server, comments, "I give this racquet good scores in the power department, but again, the string pattern seemed to inhibit spin. Slicing out wide in the deuce court and topspin kick serves to the add court were tougher to hit than with comparable midplus racquets with more open string patterns. A solid frame for big servers who like to hit flat or intermediate level players looking for a boost in pace." Granville offers, "serves had good feel but lacked the pop to really power the ball. This lack of power might be improved by lowering string tension but then control on groundstrokes would be compromised." Don concludes, "I liked the increased leverage that the extra 1/2 inch provided. I felt more confident on first serves with the 5.3 MP, even if I wasn't hitting the ball any harder than usual. Second serves, though, required a more conscious application of spin to keep them from going long."
The 5.3 MP was quick and fairly stable on serve returns, approach shots and half-volleys. However, these shots require a full follow-through, otherwise they won't have enough juice, allowing your opponent to tee off on the next shot. Players who block or bunt the ball will probably find most of their balls falling short. Overheads can be hit with authority but you'll need to be set up and in position to take full advantage of the racquet's power.
The Hyper Hammer 5.3 Midplus is best suited to 4.0-5.0 players with medium-full to full swings. It offers good maneuverability and a nice combination of power and control. Drew's comments sum up the 5.3 MP best, "this racquet is very solid in all categories but no single attribute stands out as an exceptional strength or weakness. Like the Yonex SRQ Ti-700 Long and Head Ti S2, it's a good all-around racquet that will appeal to a broad range of players."
(Scores are determined by averaging individual play test scores)
Although these racquets share the same name and cosmetics, the 5.3 Oversize is a very different racquet from the Midplus. The first impressions one gets when switching from the midplus to the oversize are its lighter weight and larger head. Unlike the midplus, whose head seems small and handle long, the oversize head seems larger than its 110 square inches, making the shaft and handle seem short. The midplus' slightly longer grip accentuates this effect. Granville describes it best, saying, "this 110 has the feel of a 135! This racquet seems almost unrelated to its smaller brother."
With the exception of Dan, our playtesters found the 5.3 OS noticeably more powerful than the midplus on groundstrokes. Dan comments, "when switching from a midplus to oversize in the same racquet model, you usually see a pretty significant boost in power and some loss of control. That wasn't the case here. Power levels were about the same but control was better. The more open string pattern allowed me to generate better spin, making control an easier proposition. This is one of the few oversize frames that I've liked better than its midplus counterpart."
While Dan's power perception matches the Babolat RDC Power ratings results (MP-56, OS-54) string tension plays a significant role here. Until we strung the 5.3 OS at max tension, it was difficult for players with a full swing to keep the ball in the court. Mark's comments at mid-tension, "this frame has a lot of power. I could also generate lots of spin. Actually, spin isn't an option with this racquet, it's a requirement! I felt like I had to swing straight up on my groundstrokes to keep the ball in the court. It reminded me of the old Hammer 5.5 Oversize - lots of power but difficult to control. When strung at 65 pounds, control was improved and more of my shots started dropping in." Keep in mind, players with shorter, slower swings will benefit more stringing the 5.3 OS at mid-range or lower.
Don also preferred the higher tension, offering, "at first (when strung at mid-tension), my groundstrokes were all flying long. I was forced to shorten my stroke and hit with excessive spin just to keep my shots from sailing. At max tension, I was able to hit through the ball more, without as many shots going long. The large, open stringbed packs plenty of boing, favoring players with more compact strokes. My slice backhand was a dream with this racquet though, providing lots of bite. A good choice for slice and dice players."
The 5.3 OS is easy to maneuver at net and its large head is fairly forgiving on mishits. It would be more stable on off-center shots but for its light weight. Drew explains, "I'm not a great volleyer to begin with and I found myself wanting to swing at volleys because the racquet lacked the stability to comfortably block the shots - of course, once you're swinging at volleys, you can forget about control and touch." Dan offers, "the oversize was easy to get around at net and manipulating spin on volleys was an easier task than with the midplus. There's still a lot of power here though. Players with good technique and short swings will enjoy volleying with this racquet. Less capable net players may find control problems."
Serving with the 5.3 OS is easy and most players who would use this racquet will enjoy good power. Big servers, though, will find the 5.3 OS is better for spin serves than for blasting aces. Dan comments, "serving was somewhat predictable. The lighter weight made it less stable and more difficult to generate any significant racquet head speed to crank the big one. Second serves dropped short and were weak if major head speed wasn't there. Good spin, though, due to the open string pattern." Don remarks, "the 5.3 OS will offer a serving advantage to players who don't normally serve hard. The large head and head-heavy balance don't require much effort to obtain good pace. Big servers, however, won't be able to whip this racquet around like smaller-headed frames. My best serves were slices out wide on the deuce court and topspin second serves. You can get some wicked spin on the ball."
At 9.2 ounces, the 5.3 OS is nimble on reaction shots, such as serve returns, stretched out groundstrokes, reaction volleys and half-volleys. The large, open stringbed also helps on touch and drop volleys. Slice approach shots can be very effective but must be hit with some authority to avoid pop-ups. Like serves, hitting overheads with the 5.3 is easy, especially for players who have less than perfect footwork and/or technique. You can still hit a winning overhead, even if you're not in just the right position or you're a little late getting the racquet in position.
Unlike the Hyper Hammer 5.3 Midplus, the 5.3 Oversize can be categorized as a game improvement racquet. Despite their similar RDC power ratings, the 5.3 OS provides more ball speed (power) from its 110 square inch, open stringbed. It's larger sweetspot also makes it more forgiving on off-center hits. We believe the Hyper Hammer 5.3 Oversize is best suited to 3.5-4.5 players with shorter swings and/or doubles specialists. It's light weight and large head make it ideal for quick doubles exchanges, especially for players seeking extra spin.
(Scores are determined by averaging individual play test scores)
Playtester Profiles
|5.5 all-court player currently using a Wilson Pro Staff 6.0 85
|5.5 all-court player currently using a Gamma Tradition 18 MP.
|5.5 serve & volleyer currently using a Prince Thunder Ultralite Titanium Oversize.
|4.5-5.0 all-court player currently using a Pro Kennex Kinetic 5g Midplus.
|4.5-5.0 baseliner currently using a Wilson Pro Staff 6.0 85.
Review date: November 1999. Hyper Hammer 5.3 Midplus test racquets strung with Tecnifibre NRG2 17 at 58 pounds. Hyper Hammer 5.3 Oversize test racquets strung with Tecnifibre NRG2 17 at 60 pounds. If you found this review interesting or have further questions or comments please contact us.
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32nd annual trade fair concludes
NEW ULM – The pioneer-period fun concluded Sunday with the final day of the 32nd Annual Black Powder New Ulm Trade Fair and Living History Event at Turner Hall.
The event drew approximately 900 people on Saturday and Sunday. It featured 111 tables and 80 venders showing off period goods with an emphasis on the time between the 1750s and the 1830s.
One example was the Donelson Custom Muzzleloader booth, which featured gunsmith work by John Donelson and blacksmith work by Mike Hoffmann. They offered everything from miniature muzzleloader pistols to tomahawks to metal bear traps. The duo work together to provide detailed replicas of weapons from the fur trader era. They also collaborate on re-enactment events. Their more unique offerings include Donelson building spare pieces for muzzleloader guns and Hoffmann building custom pike axes that also be used as a smoking pipe.
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Many benefits from Complete Streets
NEW ULM – A public television host, author, adjunct professor and active transportation advocate from Boston area pumped the merits of the Complete Streets policy and design to Brown County officials Tuesday afternoon.
Mark Fenton said for the first time in American history, this generation's off-spring are not projected to outlive them due to a sedentary lifestyle and poor nutrition. "It's due to the electronic and junk food environment we created," Fenton said.
He said the Complete Streets program creates safer, convenient and comfortable travel and access for users of all ages and abilities regardless of their travel mode. It also promotes better health, economic, and environmental outcomes. Examples include painted road lanes designed for bicycles and motor vehicles, traditional and raised sidewalks, trails, median crossing islands, bicycle parking, street trees, planter strips and ground cover.
Brown County Public Health Director Karen Moritz said studies show 35 to 40 percent of Brown County adults are obese, above the 25 to 30 percent state average.
"Obesity leads to heart disease, Type 2 Diabetes and certain types of cancer," Moritz said. "Children spending six or more hours a day watching television, videos and DVDs are likely to become obese. I can't imagine how they get the time to do that."
Fenton said people who spend 30 minutes of cardiovascular activity a day or are even moderately physically active will enjoy a much healthier life than those that don't.
"When my doctor learned I had high cholesterol, he told me to exercise as much as I can," Fenton said. "Physical inactivity and poor nutrition kills more U.S. people than anything else, causing 365,000 deaths a year. It also raises health-care costs."
Fenton did a walk audit of parts of New Ulm and Sleepy Eye. He praised the City of New Ulm for building a box culvert underpass of West Highway 14 just south of Cash Wise Foods.
"I was thrilled to see all the bicycles at the public school," Fenton said. "I'd like to see 20th South Street converted to a Complete Street."
He praised roundabouts for reducing traffic congestion, vehicle exhaust pollution and fuel wasted at stoplights. He said the National Association of Realtors forecasted future trends including Complete Streets development.
"Realtors should know what they're talking about," Fenton said. "They want to create developments including Complete Streets features."
"Get kids outside and they'll be active," Fenton said. "Parents need to take the time to go on walks and bike rides with their kids. One school found a way to deal with too many kids driving or riding vehicles to school. They required all students who didn't walk away from school to wait five minutes in the school cafeteria while the rest of the students left the building. It got down to kids telling their parents not to drive them to and from school."
Earlier Tuesday, Fenton presented "Health Jeopardy: Building a Healthier Workplace" at an event at Turner Hall. His appearance was part of Hearts Beat Back: The Heart of New Ulm Project's Sixth Annual Worksite Summit. The presentation sought to help worksite wellness leaders learn the importance of creating environments and policies that encourage physical activity as a routine part of daily life.
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also- there are about a million TVs. Are any of them up for grabs?
I want to use a few for video installation + gut a few and build shrines inside.
lastly- (for now)
tin cans- can you save em for me?? i'll make a box somewhere and label it... i'll clean em out and everything... i want to use em for plant and candle holders and possibly other things. - gonna paint 'em up real pretty like.
oh and if anyone sees any old tires from cars or trucks (i don't know where this would be) but if it happens, can you grab 'em or tell me and i'll go pick em up?
Mucha gracias


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Thursday, January 20, 2011
FREE Valentine Printable!
29 comments:
- Court said...
I LOVE the Annual Birthday Calendar! I have a large growing extended family and this would be a perfect way to add birthday's without having to re-do one every year. :)
- January 20, 2011 at 5:33 PM
- Court said...
p.s. The Valentine goodie bag prinable is darling and I will be using it for V-day treats this year. Your Valentine Bark looks yummy!
- January 20, 2011 at 5:36 PM
- Corrine said...
Collette, your stuff is always so cute! I am eyeing the mailbox job cards. I think my girls would look forward to doing chores that way!
- January 20, 2011 at 5:43 PM
- Elizabeth said...
Thanks for such a cute free printable! Your stuff is great! I really like the birthday calendars. :)
- January 20, 2011 at 6:32 PM
- Shelly said...
I love your calendar bundle! I am trying to stay organized this year and those would be so great!
Yummy bark too!
- January 20, 2011 at 6:48 PM
- Kristine said...
I've got my eye on the banner bundle. Your stuff is very cute!
- January 20, 2011 at 8:43 PM
- Teressa said...
I love all your creative talent
and feel so blessed you share with others.
Thank you!
If I have to choose, I'd choose the calendar bundle.
Never seen such cute calendars!!
- January 20, 2011 at 8:56 PM
- Delina said...
I think the nativity bundle is too cute!!! I also really like the nativity trees!!! you have a bunch of cute stuff!!!
- January 20, 2011 at 9:44 PM
- Meg said...
Um...YUM! That looks delicious. Not the tag, the bark. And the tag---so cute!
- January 20, 2011 at 10:29 PM
- Baezamama said...
printable valentine banner is my fav. =)
- January 21, 2011 at 12:13 AM
- Melissa said...
Ooh, the Calendar bundle is such a great thing for the start of the year!
- January 21, 2011 at 12:57 AM
- Jacque said...
ummmm-can I say all of them heehee--I like the YW cards and the monthly calendar and the valentine banner----I asked for a lesson with you for Christmas but Santa must have lost my list :) Maybe Valentines or my birthday thanks for the freebies. Jacque
- January 21, 2011 at 3:40 AM
- Janiece said...
Thank your for the Valentine's candy and the printable!
You are awesome.
- January 21, 2011 at 3:42 AM
- Our Story... said...
Thanks for the freebie and printable...so CUTE!! I love the Calendars. I really love them and think they would be fun birthday ideas!! I love everything you do :) Thanks so much for sharing!!
- January 21, 2011 at 9:02 AM
- Judy said...
What yummy treats ! Now I know what my 4 year old granddaughter and I will do for Valentine's Day. thank you very much. I love the Valentine and Winter banner bundle on your Etsy page. :-)
- January 21, 2011 at 12:02 PM
I LOVE your job cards! I already have little mailboxes for my kids and can't wait to get started!!
I love all of your work. I check your blog everyday for new goodies! Thanks for sharing!
Becky from AR
- January 21, 2011 at 1:30 PM
- Jasey said...
Love it! I will be posting Valentine Stockings soon and would love to include these as stocking stuffer ideas, with a link back, if you don't mind.
Happy Day,
Jasey @ Crazy Daisy
- January 21, 2011 at 7:54 PM
- Melissa said...
Thanks for the fun Valentines printable. Love it! I love the YW values, they would be awesome for our New Beginnings.
- January 23, 2011 at 10:24 AM
I LOVE the Mailbox Job Cards!! I am going to be beginning that system with our children! LOVE it!
- January 23, 2011 at 10:28 PM
- thegagefamily said...
I LOVE the clipboard calendar set. This would make the perfect calendar template to send home each month in my classroom. And I can keep my master on a cute clipboard next to our circle time area; never forgetting who is line leader again!!!
- January 23, 2011 at 10:56 PM
- Angie said...
Thank you for the freebie and recipe! So cute! I checked out your shop and love everything, but I think the "mailbox job cards" are just too cute! I think my kids would actually do their chores if I set this up! Oh I am now following you too:)
- January 24, 2011 at 10:59 AM
- Raggedy Baby said...
I love the Valentine Love Bundle=super cute!
raggedybabygifts at gmail dot com
- January 24, 2011 at 11:49 PM
- Stillwatergirl said...
They are all awesome - but I especially like the Clipboard Calendar. I cannot live w/o a calendar either and you right nothing in the stores seems to be right.
- January 25, 2011 at 10:39 AM
- Simply Domestic said...
This is such a cute idea. Thanks for sharing the printable!
- January 26, 2011 at 12:22 AM
- Susan said...
This looks so neat! I'm going to make it for my piano students. Thank you for the printable and the recipe!
- January 26, 2011 at 8:53 AM
- Katie's Nesting Spot said...
How pretty! Also posted a link to this on my FB page:)
- January 27, 2011 at 4:03 PM
- Colette said...
Congrats to Kari @ "thegagefamily" - you are my winner! I just emailed your file to you, enjoy!!
- January 27, 2011 at 9:21 PM
- K Walton said...
I love this! I can't wait to make the Valentine's bark for our family party! Thanks for your awesome blogs. You've given me so many ideas.
- February 2, 2011 at 6:48 PM
- My2Gs said...
I have been trying to figure out how I can give out 30 preschool Valentine's on a budget. Thank you so much. I love this!!!
- February 8, 2011 at 2:16 PM


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http://www.time.com/time/nation/article ... -3,00.html
The whole system is geared to preserve current subsidies, tax breaks and loopholes. That is why the federal government spends $4 on elderly people for every $1 it spends on those under 18. And when the time comes to make cuts, guess whose programs are first on the chopping board. That is a terrible sign of a society's priorities and outlook.
The problem with the U.S. government is that its allocation of resources is highly inefficient. We spend vast amounts of money on subsidies for housing, agriculture and health, many of which distort the economy and do little for long-term growth. We spend too little on science, technology, innovation and infrastructure, which will produce growth and jobs in the future.


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Speaking on October 30 at the East Asia Summit in Hanoi, Vietnam, Secretary Clinton said, "It is an honor to represent the United States for the first time in the East Asia Summit.
"...Today I would like to outline five key principles that will guide the United States' engagement with the EAS. They all stem from one overarching goal: to help strengthen and build this organization as a key forum for political and strategic issues in the Asia-Pacific.
"First, we are making an enduring commitment to this institution. We offer sustained and consistent presidential engagement -- starting next year, when President Obama attends the 2011 Summit in Jakarta. We hope to work closely with the members of the EAS on its agenda and its initiatives, as well as on identifying more potential areas for cooperation. It is in that spirit that I've come to Hanoi today -- to listen, to consult, and to collaborate.
"Second, as the EAS evolves, we believe that ASEAN should continue to play a central role. Its leadership is essential to greater cooperation across the region, and its members can help this institution translate dialogue into results that benefit all our peoples. We share ASEAN's vision of EAS as a forum where leaders can have intimate and informal discussions on important political and strategic issues. As I said earlier this week, we view ASEAN as a fulcrum for the region's emerging regional architecture.
"Third, given its membership and its growing stature, we believe that the EAS should pursue an active agenda that involves the most consequential issues of our time -- including nuclear proliferation, the increase in conventional arms, maritime security, climate change, and the promotion of shared values and civil society.
"Fourth, we believe that the discussions in this forum should complement and reinforce the work being done in other forums. There are many regional institutions in the Asia-Pacific, including the EAS, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, the ASEAN Regional Forum, and the ASEAN Defense Ministerial Meeting. Each of them plays an important role in the region's peace and prosperity. It is important for these organizations to remain flexible, because as they evolve over time, it may be appropriate to refine their respective missions so that they can make the most of their strengths.
"Finally, as we engage with the EAS and other institutions, we will continue to leverage the strength of our bilateral relationships, starting with our alliances. We will consult closely with our treaty allies -- Japan, South Korea, Australia, Thailand and the Philippines -- as the foundation of our engagement in the Asia-Pacific, and we will continue expanding our emerging partnerships with a wide range of countries, from New Zealand to India, China to Indonesia, both in the EAS context and beyond.
"...With these principles in mind, we look forward to joining discussions that you have had over the past few years on key strategic and political issues. I would like to use this opportunity to suggest specific areas where it would be especially helpful to coordinate our efforts.
"One is nuclear nonproliferation. President Obama has set forth a vision of a world without nuclear weapons, and the United States is committed to taking practical steps to achieve this vision over time. We have signed a historic arms treaty with Russia, and we are working with the international community -- including many around this table -- to hold North Korea and Iran accountable to their international obligations. We have expressed our strong support to the ASEAN Nuclear Weapons Free Zone, and we look forward to working with the EAS to support and strengthen the global nonproliferation rules of the road.
"Maritime security is another area in which we can all benefit from close cooperation. The United States has a national interest in the freedom of navigation and unimpeded lawful commerce. And when disputes arise over maritime territory, we are committed to resolving them peacefully based on customary international law.
With regard to the South China Sea, we are encouraged by China's recent steps to enter discussions with ASEAN about a more formal binding code of conduct.
"Climate change will affect every country in the world. But the people of this region could experience the worst effects, in the form of rising waters, extreme weather, droughts and famine, and mass migration. We look forward to working with the EAS to build on the Copenhagen Accord as we seek lasting solutions to this challenge.
"Finally, I believe we can work together to advance human rights. While the United States agrees that no country can impose its values on others, we do believe that certain values are universal -- and that they are intrinsic to stable, peaceful, and prosperous countries. Human rights are in everyone's interest. The United States has worked with the ASEAN Secretariat and individual ASEAN members to promote these values throughout the region, including in countries where very real challenges remain. We look forward to working with the EAS on an affirmative agenda for strengthening democratic institutions and advancing human rights.
"Let me conclude by once again thanking the leaders of the EAS for inviting the United States to participate in this important forum. We are committed to working with you at the highest levels, because together we have an opportunity to make real progress toward a world where all our people are free, prosperous, and safe. Thank you."
You can read the full transcript here.
Amer R. in Pakistan writes:
Dear Secretary I requested to call my cell. And also to visit my facebook. May be these are my amongst very few wishes of my life.May be I am living for just few weaks.May be I donot want to live.May be I have high fever now but not taking any medicine because I donot want to live.My thirst for life has finished.I created The DOT[Demise of Terrorism].What alqaeda will kill me as I donot want to live.I have extreme sorrows in my life.My bearing limits are finished.When You lost primaries I had tears in my eyes for months and perhapes still have.I have my eyes wet for a lots of other reasons.So I requested to call me just for 10 minutes.I hate dirty filthy terrorist pakies .


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Friday Nights are back! Join us for the sixth season of free live music, performances, artist demonstrations, poetry, lectures, films, and more!
Live music by wild jazz band Le Chat Lunatique
6:30–8:30 p.m.
Wilsey Court
As unpredictable, fearless, and entertaining as their namesake, Le Chat Lunatique purveys an addictive genre they call "filthy, mangy jazz," a signature sound that makes you want to smoke and drink too much—if only you could get off the dance floor. Le jazz hot of Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli is their North Star, but they use that beacon to navigate through a wide range of genres, blending Western swing, classical, reggae, doo-wop, and "anything else we damn well please" into strikingly original compositions and audaciously reworked standards alike.
"Absinthe: History in a Bottle"
7:00 p.m.
Koret Auditorium
Special lecture by Barnaby Conrad III, author and former Fine Arts Museums trustee.
Tableaux Vivants
6:00–8:30 p.m.
Piazzoni Murals Room
Hang out with artists Berthe Morisot (Peggy Gyulai), Vincent van Gogh (Jeremy Sutton), Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (Jef Valentine), and Paul Gauguin (Marius Starkey). Watch them paint and have your portrait taken. Then enjoy a taste of absinthe (for a nominal fee) and magic presented by Paul Nathan.
Art making with a de Young Artist Educator
6:00–8:45 pm
Make your own Marionettes de Chat, a "crazy cat!"
January Artist-in-Residence Jennifer Ewing
6:00–8:45 pm
Artist Studio/Kimball Education Gallery
Visit January artist-in-residence Jennifer Ewing and her installation Spirit Boat Directions.


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Sports news from the Pollock, SD area.
Posted 2/11/13 (Mon)
By Wendy Thorstenson
Five players hit double digits as Herreid-Selby Area crushed McIntosh, 81-36, at Selby on Saturday, Feb. 9. The Lady Wolverines raced ahead 14-2 in the first quarter before leading 18-7 at the quarter stop and continued to increase their lead throughout the game which improves their season record to 17-1.
"The McIntosh game was an all around team effort," said Coach Dean Schwartz. "We had five girls in double figures with Kelsey Quaschnick leading all scorers with 19. She needed a confidence builder. She came off the bench and was on fire."
The Lady Wolverines outscored the Lady Tigers 26 to six in the second quarter fueled by 14 Quaschnick points. The third quarter was more of the same with seven H-SA players adding 23 points to the score while holding McIntosh to nine for a score of 67-22. Both teams had 14 points in the final quarter.
"We did not do much wrong in that game," Coach Schwartz said. "Anytime you shoot 58 percent from the field, 69 percent from the line, and 29 percent beyond the arc, your chances of winning are good. We also had 17 assists and 16 steals. McIntosh only had four losses coming into the game to Faith, Newell, and two losses to Timber Lake. They were all pretty close games."
Grabbing the team's 33 rebounds were Haylee Biel, eight, Taylor Madden, seven, Shauni Schwartz, six, Kendra Thorstenson, four, Quaschnick, three, Abbey Fjeldheim and Jana Thorstenson, two apiece, and McKenzie Frank, one.
Dishing out assists were Biel, four, Schwartz and K. Thorstenson, three apiece, and Fjeldheim and Frank, two each.
Making steals were Fjeldheim, four, K. Thorstenson and Biel, three each, and Schwartz and Frank, two apiece. H-SA kept the turnovers to eight and made 12 fouls. McIntosh had 15 fouls.
"Everything was clicking for us, said Coach Schwartz. "It was one of those no pressure games and the girls just went out and played basketball. We have one week before post season starts, so we need to be at the top of our game."
Biel 4 1/2 9
Fjeldheim 4 2/5 10
Frank 1 2/2 4
Madden 2/1 7
Quaschnick 5/3 19
Schwartz 5 2/3 12
J. Thorstenson 4 2/2 10
K. Thorstenson 4 2/2 10
Wolverines 29/4 11/16 81
Tigers 11/2 8/12 36


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Join International Student Association members, and community members
Place: Shoemaker Hall
Time: 6:00 pm
Day: Friday's during the summer months
Bring a dish to share!
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* If you would like your message to be considered for the Weekly Bulletin, e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com with a description of the event. Messages must be received by Tuesday at 4:30 p.m.


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IN ORDER TO FULFILL the promises of life and liberty, and to ensure equal protection of the law as guaranteed by the United States Constitution;
TO PROTECT the inalienable human right to be safe from discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity as required by international law and treaty; and
TO END the systemic stigmatization, cease the societal rejection and heal the suffering of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender Americans as mandated by conscience;
WE, the undersigned, pledge our support for the passage of omnibus LGBT equality legislation that grants full non-discrimination protections on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity equal to those accorded other statuses under existing civil rights laws and Supreme Court jurisprudence, specifically including:
We call upon the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus to lead the way by filing an omnibus LGBT equality bill immediately that includes all of the provisions enumerated above.
We further call upon Congress, and all candidates for elected office, to sign this pledge to pass such omnibus LGBT equality legislation immediately, but no later than 2014 — the 50th anniversary of the 1964 Civil Rights Act — fulfilling both their individual duty and that of the United States government to ensure justice, equality, and fundamental human rights protections for all Americans.
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— By Sierra Frost |
Jordan Morrison of All Your Sisters is a pretty no bullshit guy. When it comes to guitars and synths, he wants the tones from the records he loves. Period. Not that he hasn't done his share of experimenting, but for the time being and foreseeable future, Jordan is focused on the good stuff. And the good stuff is tasty goth and post punk-influenced dance jams, which AYS aptly delivers.
Jordan explained to me last night, during a pretty long phone conversation, how lots of other musicians, especially guitarists can be so precious about farting around to try and find their own unique tone. "Reverb has been done," Jordan said, exasperated, "you might as well get to the point."
The point, in this situation, is a bunch of great guitar tone that takes a cue or two from Bernard Sumners of Joy Division; undeniably just what the doctor ordered for the kind of sad, romantic and very danceable songs Jordan writes.
Refreshingly, Jordan's audible sadness (every goth-influenced singer needs some) comes from somewhere other than love/hating women or love/hating himself. Instead, his relationship with the very depressing stems from the years he spent in his early 20's working the graveyard shift as a paramedic in Reno, an experience he says killed his innocence.
"I was really naive. I feel like the things I encountered destroyed ideas I used to have that life was beautiful. I saw the very worst in people, night after night," Jordan mused, solemnly.
He told me that it was during this part of his life that he lost hope. I, having been to Reno once for upward of two days, completely understand.
Fortunately for Jordan and fortunately for us, he no longer lives in Reno. He lives in San Francisco, where his band All Your Sisters is headlining a show at the Hemlock Tavern tomorrow night (Jan 30th).
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scum | [Permalink]
That was awful.
boogs | [Permalink]
EW77 | [Permalink]
a bit derivative, but not bad. Sierra, while I don't always agree with your taste, I appreciate your passion for new music.


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Smoked tomatoes and charred avocados add a twist to these vegetarian tacos.
Rachael's Zucchini Chili: it's not only tasty but also good for you.
No. 7 Subs serves truly unique subs -- the broccoli sub and zucchini parm.
Why GIVE a bouquet of flowers when you can EAT a bouquet of flowers?
Fry Zucchini Pumpkin Seed Fritters in a good oil for guiltless enjoyment.
Good and good for you: a cup of zucchini has more potassium than a banana.
When David Rocco wants meatballs but no meat, zucchini saves the day.
Bobby's baked zucchini skins are stuffed with turkey bacon and farro.
Giada's cheesy kid-friendly zucchini and potatoes please the adults, too.
Spice up your life with a bowl of fast-cooking Zucchini-Pepper-Potato Soup.
Get Cooking Channel on your TV.


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Thanks to the Anti Smoking Lobbysits in , what some people think, the greatest country on earth, the USA, the famous Abbey Road cover in the USA (capitol records?) will never be the same. On the new cover Pauls cigarette is removed.
I´m not a smoker myself but I think this is really far overexageratted.
I can´t find pictures of the `new` cover on the internet but it was on british news (I heard from a friend of mine from London) and in dutch newspapers.


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The Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) Electronic Baggage Screening Programwhich facilitates the development and deployment of checked baggage screening systemsis one of the largest acquisition programs in the Department of Homeland Security. According to TSA, over $8 billion has been made available for enhancing the screening of checked baggage transported on passenger aircraft since fiscal year 2001. In fiscal year 2010, over $1 billion was made available to procure and install screening equipment. The Department of Homeland Security's fiscal year 2011 request amounts to $624 million for procurement and installation in fiscal year 2011.[1]
Through the Electronic Baggage Screening Program, TSA deploys baggage screening systems to best fit security needs and infrastructure at the 462 airports at which TSA performs or oversees screening activities. TSA generally deploys equipment for screening checked baggage in one of two ways: (1) in-line baggage screening systems, which are integrated into the conveyor systems that sort and transport baggage for loading onto an aircraft and (2) stand-alone machines that are typically situated in airport lobbies.
[1]From this amount, TSA also plans to support its Security Technology Integrated Program, Advanced Surveillance Program, and other programs related to the operation and integration of security technologies.
GAO estimates that TSA could achieve up to $470 million in net savings based on reduced TSA staffing costs through the replacement or modification of existing systems with more efficient baggage screening systems at airports over the next 5 years, assuming that funding for procurement and installation under the Electronic Baggage Screening Program continues at TSA-projected levels.[1]
In March 2005, GAO reported that airports benefit from the installation of more efficient systems, such as in-line baggage screening systems, because these systems reduce the time needed for baggage screening and allow airports and TSA to streamline their operations. Moreover, a 2006 Aviation Security Advisory Committee study reported that modifying or replacing existing systems with more efficient systems could reduce the number of screener personnel required to operate these systems.[2] In 2005, GAO also reported that TSA had not conducted a systematic, prospective analysis to determine at which airports it could achieve long-term savings and enhance efficiencies and security by installing more efficient in-line systems. GAO recommended, among other things, that TSA identify and prioritize the airports where the cost-savings benefits of optimizing baggage screening operations by replacing existing baggage screening systems with more efficient in-line systems are likely to exceed the estimated up-front investment costs of installing the systems, or where the systems are needed to address security risks. TSA concurred with this recommendation and published a plan to deploy more efficient systems for 250 airports. As of January 2011, TSA plans to complete its efforts to replace or modify systems at these airports by 2024. TSA officials have not provided GAO with information on its plans at the remaining airports.
Replacing or modifying existing systems with more efficient systems results in net personnel cost savings to the extent all other costs, except for personnelacquisition, installation, modification, and operations and maintenance costsare relatively equal over time. Using TSA data on its planned average annual program budget rate of $448 million and estimated screener personnel costs, GAO estimates that if TSA continues to replace or modify older systems with more efficient systems, including in-line screening systems, it could reduce full-time equivalent baggage screener positions as a result of investments made in fiscal years 2011 through 2015. This reduction in personnel could result in up to $470 million in estimated net cost savings.[3] These estimates are based on airport planning and acquisition costs for 250 airports provided by TSA that are subject to change but are illustrative of the potential magnitude of federal cost savings that could be achieved. More precise estimates could be developed as these plans are further developed and refined.
[1]Net savings account for differences in acquisition, modification, installation, and operation and maintenance costs between existing systems replaced with more efficient systems at airports.
[2]The committee, comprised of government and private sector representatives, examines areas of civil aviation security to develop recommendations for improving aviation security methods, equipment, and procedures.
[3]GAO estimates that these cost savings are equivalent to up to approximately 10,400 cumulative full-time equivalent screener positions resulting from investments for fiscal years 2011 through 2015. To calculate these estimated cost savings, GAO computed an average return on investment by determining the projected 5-year savings TSA could realize by replacing or modifying baggage systems at individual airports in 2009 and comparing the savings to funding made available to TSA in fiscal year 2009 for procurement and installation of the systems. First, GAO calculated the present value of estimated full-time equivalent savings across a 5-year period (i.e., fiscal years 2009 through 2013) which totaled about $117 million in fiscal year 2009. The $117 million assumes differences in acquisition, modification, installation, and operation and maintenance costs between existing systems, and more efficient systems at airports continue to be relatively equal. This assumption is based on TSA's analysis conducted in 2004 and 2005, which was the most recent analysis available. GAO reviewed and reported on this analysis in its March 2005 report. Second, GAO divided the cost savings by the $544 million in funding made available for procurement and installation in fiscal year 2009 (excluding any carry-over balances from prior fiscal years and funds appropriated through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act). Thus, the average return on TSA's investment or the ratio of cost savings as a share of investment is $117/$544 million, or about 0.21. GAO multiplied this ratio (0.21) by TSA's planned future program budget for replacing or modifying baggage systems for fiscal year 2011 through fiscal year 2015 (assuming TSA receives funding at anticipated levels) to estimate the resulting net cost savings. However, the 0.21 ratio may not necessarily continue into the future depending on changing costs and circumstances. To calculate the average annual program budget, GAO used information TSA provided on its planned annual program budget on acquisition and planning costs for fiscal years 2011 through 2014. GAO did not have information on TSA's planned annual program budget for fiscal year 2015.
By continuing to replace or modify older systems with more efficient solutions, including in-line screening systems, at its planned average annual program budget rate of $448 million,[1] TSA could continue to eliminate baggage screener positions achieving up to $470 million in estimated net costs savings over the next 5 years.[2] TSA agreed that the deployment of more efficient systems offers potential cost savings to the federal government. GAO will continue to assess these issues as part of its ongoing work examining more efficient checked baggage screening systems for the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation. GAO plans to report on the final results of this review in 2011.
This analysis is based on GAO's preliminary observations from its ongoing work as well as information contained in the related GAO products listed under the "Related GAO Products" tab. To develop GAO's preliminary observations, GAO reviewed available documentation on TSA's checked baggage screening program, including TSA's estimated cost data for full-time equivalent screeners from fiscal year 2009 to fiscal year 2013; TSA's planned program budget data for continued installation of more efficient systems; and modification costs from fiscal years 2009 to fiscal years 2010. GAO could not independently verify the reliability of all of this information, but it compared this information with other supporting documents, when available, to determine data consistency and reasonableness. On the basis of these efforts, GAO concluded that the data were sufficiently reliable for its purposes.
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My current acoustic axe is a Taylor 214ce with their skimped down version of their Expression System pickup system. I believe they're undersaddle. I've had the LRB Para acoustic DI pre amp which has helped shape tone quite a bit (though I admit I haven't fussed with it too much and will need to really sit down to dial in a better tone). Though the DI has helped a bit with the tone, I'm still not totatlly happy. I have several friends who consistently tell me to ditch the Expression system that came stock in the Taylor for an upgraded system. My question is 2 parts: First which would you recommend out of the LRB pickup selection to replace and/or use in conjunction with the existing pickup, and secondly is this even the correct route that should be taken or could my existing set up still offer me more just with some more tweaking of the Para Acoustic DI and the Taylor pickup? Thanks in advance.
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (April 7, 2011) – It's another week of updates on U.S. Men's National and A2 Team players competing around the world.
U.S. outside hitter Sean Rooney (Wheaton, Ill.) and his Italian Serie A league team Acqua Paradiso Monza Brianza finished the regular season in fourth place with a 25-14, 19-25, 26-24, 25-21 victory over Casa Modena on April 3. Rooney finished the match with 13 points on eight kills (0.30 hitting percentage), four blocks and one ace. He was credited with 20 receptions, 45 percent positive and 10 percent excellent.
Monza Brianza began the playoffs on April 6 against Modena, which finished fifth, and won the first match of the best-of-five quarterfinals, 25-17, 25-17, 19-25, 27-25. Rooney led all scorers with 20 points on 16 kills (0.57 hitting percentage) and a match-high four blocks. He was credited with 16 receptions, 0.69 percent positive and 0.31 percent excellent.
Their next playoff match is scheduled for April 10.
Marmi Lanza Verona, including U.S. middle blocker Theo Brunner (Ridgefield, Conn.) and U.S. outside hitter Paul Lotman (Lakewood, Calif.) also qualified for the playoffs after finishing the regular season in seventh place. Verona finished the regular season with a loss to U.S. outside hitter Matt Anderson (West Seneca, N.Y.) and Tonno Callipo Vibo Valentia, 24-26, 25-23, 25-20, 22-25, 15-9.
Anderson was second among all scorers with 22 points on 20 kills (0.68 hitting percentage), one block and one ace. He was credited with 39 receptions, 64 percent positive and 41 percent excellent. Lotman started four out of five sets, substituting in the second, and led his team with 16 points on 15 kills (0.43 hitting percentage) and one ace. He was credited with 34 receptions, 56 percent positive and 34 percent excellent. Brunner started the first two sets and scored four points on two kills and two blocks.
Vibo Valentia finished ninth in the league and did not advance to the playoffs.
Verona lost its first quarterfinal playoff match against second-place against Bre Banca Lannutti Cuneo, 25-19, 25-20, 25-18, on April 7. Lotman tied as the team's leading scorer with nine points on seven kills (0.33 hitting percentage) and two aces. He was credited with 23 receptions, 54 percent positive and 33 percent excellent. Brunner scored six points on five kills (1.0 hitting percentage) and one block.
U.S. middle blocker Max Holt (Cincinnati, Ohio) and his Italian team Copra Morpho Piacenza finished the regular season 10th in the league and did not advance to the playoffs. The team capped the regular season with a 19-25, 25-22, 25-23, 25-27, 20-18 victory over M. Roma Volley on April 3. Holt scored eight points on four kills, two blocks and two aces.
Zenit Kazan, the Russian Super League team of U.S. setter Lloy Ball (Fort Wayne, Ind.) and outside hitter Reid Priddy (Richmond, Va.), won its best-of-five quarterfinal playoff series with Yaroslavich Yaroslavl, but it wasn't easy.
Kazan won the deciding match, 22-25, 28-26, 16-25, 25-17, 17-15 on April 8. Priddy scored 13 points on 11 kills (0.36 hitting percentage), one block and one ace. He was also credited with 23 receptions, 65 percent positive and 26 percent excellent. Ball scored one point on one kill and set the team to a 0.46 hitting percentage. U.S. middle blocker Andy Hein (Carol Stream, Ill.) played as a substitute for Yaroslavl and scored two points on two blocks.
Kazan will play Dynamo Krasnodar in the semifinals, which begin April 14.
To view photos from the match, click here.
After winning the first playoff match at home, Kazan lost the next two playoff matches.
On March 31, visiting Yaroslavl defeated Kazan, 21-25, 22-25, 26-24, 28-26, 15-12. Ball started all five sets, scoring three points on three blocks and setting Kazan to a 0.38 hitting percentage. Priddy played as a substitute and scored one point on a kill. Hein played as a substitute for Yaroslavl and scored one point on a kill.
To view photos from the match, click here.
On April 4, host Yaroslavl took a second victory, 25-20, 25-23, 25-20. Priddy scored eight points on eight kills (0.40 hitting percentage) and was credited with 17 receptions, 53 percent positive and 29 percent excellent. Ball added one point on one block and set the team to a 0.36 hitting percentage.
On April 5, visiting Kazan tied the series with a 25-19, 25-23, 25-16 victory. Priddy scored 16 points on 10 kills (0.30 hitting percentage), three blocks and three aces. He was credited with 15 receptions, 60 percent positive and 27 percent excellent. Ball did not score, but set the team to a 0.50 hitting percentage.
U.S. setter Kevin Hansen (Newport Beach, Calif.) and Fakel Novy Urengoi are out of the playoffs after losing three straight matches to Dynamo Moscow.
After losing the first match 3-0 on March 30, Fakel lost the second match on March 31, 25-17, 18-25, 25-17, 25-20. Hansen played as a substitute. Moscow again prevailed in the third match, 25-27, 25-18, 25-27, 25-18, 15-8. Hansen again played as a substitute.
In the playout battle among the bottom four teams in the league, U.S. middle blocker David Lee (Alpine, Calif.) and his team Kuzbass Kemerovo are 5-1, going 2-0 against Dynamo-Yantar Kaliningrad, and 2-0 over U.S. opposite Clay Stanley (Honolulu, Hawaii) and Ural Ufa. Kemerovo is 1-1 against Gazprom-Ugra Surgut, which also has a record of 5-1.
Stanley and Ufa are 2-4.
Iraklis, including U.S. opposite Brook Billings (Santa Barbara, Calif.) and outside hitter Ryan Owens (Evanston, Ill.), won the Hellenic league regular season title, finishing the regular season with a 25-20, 25-18, 25-19 victory over Ethnikos Alexandroupolis on April 2. Billings started the first two sets and scored 10 points on seven kills (0.38 hitting percentage), one block and two aces.
Outside hitter Jayson Jablonsky (Yorba Linda, Calif.) and Olympiakos placed second in the league, finishing the season with a 14-25, 21-25, 32-30, 25-17, 15-12 victory over rival Panathinaikos on April 2. Jablonsky finished with 15 points on 12 kills, two blocks and one ace. Jablonsky was named one of the league's most valuable players for the week.
U.S. setter Jonathan Winder (Irvine, Calif.) and PAOK finished fourth in the league despite losing their final regular season match to AO Kifisias, 25-23, 25-22, 25-23 on April 2. Winder did not play in the match.
U.S. opposite Will Price (Gaithersburg, Md.) and GS Lamia finished the regular season in sixth place. Lamia won its final match over Aris Thessaloniki, 25-17, 25-23, 21-25, 25-18 on April 2. Price started three of the four sets and substituted in the other, scoring 14 points on 11 kills (0.43 hitting percentage) and three blocks.
To view photos from the final round of regular season matches, click here.
The top four teams advanced to the playoffs, where Irakilis is playing PAOK and Olympiakos is facing Panathinaikos.
Iraklis won its first playoff match against PAOK on April 6, 15-25, 25-17, 22-25, 25-20, 15-10. Billings led all scorers with 21 points on 19 kills (0.42 hitting percentage) and two blocks. Owens entered the match as a substitute in the second set and started the rest, scoring 13 points on 12 kills (0.48 hitting percentage) and one ace. Winder scored five points on four kills and one block for PAOK. He also set the team to a 0.39 hitting percentage.
Olympiakos won its first playoff match over Panathinaikos, 25-27, 21-25, 25-15, 25-19, 15-12 on April 6. Jablonsky started the first two sets and scored four points on four kills. He was also credited with 14 receptions, 57 percent positive and 29 percent excellent.
To view photos from the playoff matches, click here.
After winning the first match, U.S. middle blocker Russell Holmes (Fountain Valley, Calif.) and his Brazilian Superleague team Vivo/Minas lost their second playoff semifinal match to Sesi-SP, 20-25, 25-13, 25-18, 25-18. Holmes scored three points in the match, including one block.
The teams will play the third and deciding contest on April 8.
Unicaja Almeria, the Spanish league team of U.S. middle blocker David Smith (Saugus, Calif.), has won its playoff quarterfinal series against CV 7 Islas Vecindario.
On April 2, Almeria won 25-16, 25-12, 25-21. Smith scored nine points on seven kills and two blocks. On April 8, Almeria won 25-20, 25-17, 25-20. Smith scored 11 points on six kills (1.0 hitting percentage), four blocks and one ace.
U.S. middle blocker Ryan Millar (Alpine, Utah) and his Polish league team Asseco Resovia Rzeszów have reached the semifinal round of the Plusliga playoffs and are 1-2 against ZAK SA Kędzierzyn-Koźle in a best-of-five series.
Most recently, on April 8, Resovia Rzeszów fell to Kędzierzyn-Koźle, 25-21, 25-21, 25-22. Millar scored six points on six kills.
Fart Kielce, including U.S. libero Rich Lambourne (Tustin, Calif.), finished it series against Indykpol AZS UWM Olsztyn at 1-3 and will now play a best-of-seven series against Pamapol Wielton Wieluń starting April 13.
U.S. outside hitter Scott Touzinsky (St. Louis, Mo.) and his German league team SCC Berlin finished the regular season in third place in Germany's pro league, after finishing the season with a 25-23, 25-20, 25-18 victory over Netzhoppers KW-Bestensee on April 2.
Touzinsky scored six points on six kills. He was credited with 16 receptions, 62 percent positive and 38 percent excellent.
SCC Berlin will begin its playoff quarterfinal series against RWE Volleys Bottrop on April 9.
To read the Google translation of an interview with Touzinsky, click here.
U.S. opposite Evan Patak (Pleasanton, Calif.) led his Korean league team Korean Air are 0-3 in their best-of-seven championship series against Samsung.
On April 3, KAL fell to Samsung, 22-25, 29-27, 25-14, 25-18. Patak scored 26 points on 22 kills, three blocks and one ace. Canada's Gavin Schmitt led Samsung with 46 points.
On April 4, Samsung defeated KAL, 25-22, 19-25, 25-21, 23-25, 15-12. Patak scored 31 points on 27 kills, two blocks and two aces. Schmitt led Samsung with 50 points.
On April 7, KAL lost to Samsung, 22-25, 25-22, 25-22, 25-21. Patak scored 30 points on 27 kills, two blocks and one ace. Schmitt again led all scorers with 43 points.
The next match will be played April 9.
U.S. setter Brian Thornton (San Clemente, Calif.) and outside hitter Eric Vance (Camarillo, Calif.) and their French B league team Chaumont fell to Avignon, 21-25, 28-30, 25-17, 25-19, 15-13 on April 1.
Vance finished with 17 points on 16 kills and one ace. Thornton scored one point and also set the team to a 0.52 kill percentage.