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To experience the joys of supporter culture by-proxy OTF contributor Jacob Peters provides us some background on Fire history, rivalries, and some footnotes on how to effectively criticize, troll, and generally enjoy Fire games. Next up, Saturday's home match-up against our most frequent playoff opponent, the
Boston Providence Foxboro Foxborough New England Revolution.
Sing in full voice. Hate with reason.
On Saturday Chicago Fire plays host to a club that has met us in a plurality of our playoff appearances over the years. A club that has produced some of our biggest villains (Taylor Twellman and the blind draw that drew Jermaine Jones into the grubby paws of the Krafts, to name two), who we have deftly made the subject of running jokes.
To understand the extent to which this history has influenced the feeling of many Fire fans towards the Revs, I direct you to a post earlier this week from the current Section 8 Board Chairman Scott Greene on the ISA website:
It may be April, but as fans, we know the grind to make the playoffs in MLS. I've long hated the Revolution. It was a rivalry built out of failures by the Fire. Knocked out by the Revs 3 straight years, 2005-2007, in the playoffs was heartbreaking. I was lucky enough to witness the 2007 match in New England with a group of 30. Taylor Twellman's bicycle kick happened right in front of us to secure the winner. Paolo Wanchope's leap over the Revs bench to get a ball out of bounds for a throw in also happened right in front of us. I reckon it was the most inspired thing he did while wearing a Fire jersey.
The Fire got their revenge in 2008 winning on aggregate 3-0 in Eastern Conference semi-finals, but the game really sticks out for me is the second leg of the 2009 Eastern Conference semi-finals. Down 2-1 after the first leg, the Fire came up with a truly famous victory.
Last year's U.S. Open Cup semi-final loss in New England re-ignited that rivalry for myself. 50 of us travelled out to Foxborough on Tuesday night to watch the Fire lose, and for some it was their 4th time watching the Fire get eliminated in a competition in New England. It was my second time.
I fucking hate the Revolution, plain and simple. I hope to see new and old faces out there on Saturday. Grab your tickets here.
Scott Greene
Chair, Section 8 Chicago
Or to put it in list form:
2016 U.S. Open Cup Semifinal
2009 MLS Cup Conference Semifinal
- 2008 MLS Cup Conference Semifinal
- 2007 MLS Cup Conference Final
- 2006 MLS Cup Conference Semifinal
- 2006 U.S. Open Cup Quarterfinal
- 2005 MLS Cup Conference Final
- 2005 U.S. Open Cup Fourth Round
- 2003 MLS Cup Conference Final
- 2002 MLS Cup Conference Semifinal
- 2000 MLS Cup Quarterfinal
We've went on a bit of a hiatus for 7 years, but for those who went to last year's U.S. Open Cup Semifinal (and took the bus we chartered from Boston) it's clear that the history of those playoff games influences our rivalry to this day.
Burns — A Brief Critique of the Worst Sports Logo of All Time:
This is not necessarily a valid critique in Major League Baseball, the NFL, NHL, or NBA (still killing it, Bulls), but MLS was founded in the mid 90s. Basically the sports logo graphic the design equivalent of the Dark Ages (there are exceptions that prove this rule, so let's not get into our own beautiful crest), and every single one of those logos needed a redesign (it could be argued DC didn't need to do their most recent redesign).
There are many reasons that this adulterated flag above is a horrible crest, it might not even be fair to call it a crest or badge, since it doesn't even seem to fit the typology. From it looking more like a temporary tattoo, to the faux paint strokes, or the soccer ball made of stars, this logo is a master class in what not to do. No matter how you try to dress it up with background images or other graphic elements, the bones of this design are the problem, wipe the slate & start anew.
Which is why if you do an image search of "New England Revolution Crest", a majority of the results are fan submissions in hopes that someone will put this crest to rest.
Sound of Sirens — Fire chants to Shout at the RevScum:
We don't have many Rev specific chants, but there is fertile ground in the fact that we wear red & they have a continental army specific branding. Such as "Paul Revere was a Snitch". Which is literally just individual fans randomly yelling out "Paul Revere was a Snitch!" during the run of play.
We used to have some player specific chants for the Revs, but they aren't really relevant anymore due to trades & retirements. If you have any ideas for some chants based on their current roster, leave them in the comments.
Watch Commander — Where to See the Game, and What to Look For:
New England Temporary Tattoo has no injuries headed into this match, but they have not won in Bridgeview in over 4 years (AKA pre-Magic Mike). We on the other hand are missing David Accam to hip pain & Lucho Solignac to a slight knee injury, so it is possible that we might see Daniel Johnson's first MLS start on the wing. Matt Polster took part in full training, so you might even see him as a sub for his first appearance of the season. After last week's 3-4-3 surprise, there are a lot of potential starting pairs, and this team is finally showing the flexibility we have heard preached. Show up or tune in to find out what transpires.
Here's where you can go to catch the Pub-To-Pitch buses, or for some ungodly reason you choose not to witness this game live.
- North (Lakeview, North Center, Roscoe, Lakeview)
- Schubas on Belmont/Southport
- AJ Hudson's at Grace/Ashland (Pub to Pitch Partner-sold out)
- The Globe Pub near the Irving Park Brown Line just east of Damen (Pub to Pitch Partner-sold out)
- The Atlantic Bar on Lincoln/Winnemac (Pub to Pitch Partner)
- Northwest (Logan Square, Wicker/Bucktown/Ukie)
- Cleo's just east of Damen on Chicago (Pub to Pitch Partner-sold out)
- Go Tavern on Armitage just east of Kedzie (Pub to Pitch Partner-sold out)
- City (River North, Loop, South Loop)
- Fado on Grand/Clark (Pub to Pitch Partner-sold out)
- Galway Arms on Clark/Arlington (Pub to Pitch Partner)
- Kroll's on 18th/Michigan (Pub to Pitch Partner-sold out)
- La Birreria on the 2nd floor of Eataly at Ohio/Wabash?
- The Outer Limits
- Rock Island Public House in Blue Island, 13328 Old Western Ave
- Imperial Oak right across from the Willow Springs Metra Stop
If you know of any other bars in or outside of the city that play Fire games, let us know.
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The tectonic plates of the global legal market shifted an inch or two last week when the replacement of one of the world's most iconic law firm leaders was confirmed.
Mitch Zuklie, a clean tech specialist at Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe, will take over the reins from incumbent Ralph Baxter as chairman of the firm on 1 January 2014. He will have big shoes to fill.
Baxter has been in situ at the head of Orrick since 1990. He will have served eight three-year terms when he steps down at the end of next year. The announcement of his replacement – made 18 months after Baxter announced he would be retiring in 2013 – immediately prompted thoughts about the legacy of one of the legal market's biggest personalities. There's a certain irony in that the true legacy of the man known to many as 'Mr Merger' after a lengthy string of deals may prove to be his decision not to merge with Dewey Ballantine (later Dewey & LeBoeuf) in 2007.
Ultimately, however, it will be the fact that under his guidance Orrick, powered initially by structured finance, has grown from just another US West Coast-headquartered outfit to a worldwide name.
Still, for Baxter, mergers have always been the name of the game. But, to UK eyes at least, a roadblock to Orrick being viewed as a major international player is its consistently turbulent London office. Baxter knows better than anyone that the right deal with a UK firm could solve a lot of problems.
He got close with SJ Berwin, but merger talks ended in May 2010. If he wants to seal his legacy this side of the pond he has 14 months to do it.
Read next week's issue for our focus on Orrick and interview with Baxter.
Meanwhile, this week we report on The Lawyer's European awards, which were held last month in Monte Carlo. In particular we focus on the success of Germany's Noerr, which won two prizes including European Law Firm of the Year.
And we highlight the extraordinary story of Tinu Adeshile, who converted to Islam two months after taking on the job of general counsel at the Islam Channel.

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I must confess that I share a dreadful number of traits with the English Border Collie. I can be quite brilliant, motivated, and energetic as well as faithful and doggedly determined. Unfortunately, if you leave me untended, you can neither count on me to remain reasonably potted nor can you expect me to grow productively like kudzu. Like our four-legged friend, I might tear up your slippers or lend new dimensions to your carpet. So if I do not have some odd project, I tend to be easily and deconstructively distracted. So, indeed, I adore any distraction that leaves me so discombobulated that I cannot remember myself. If to thine own self one must be true, then in my case it might be best to shoot for the hills instead of the mirror.
I have a weakness for reading several books simultaneously and wandering into bookstores and compiling lists of what I would like to read. Naturally, my room seems more like a book closet than an actual resting-place. I prefer thoughtful film to thoughtless explosions, but I do harbor a weakness for historical films, fantasy epics, and reall cool sci-fi. And, as you may gather, I have been a huge Natalie Merchant fan for over a decade. Live music is one of the most wonderful things in the world. I prefer physical activity taking me someplace (jogging, hiking, cross-country skiing, and rafting) to vicarious risk-taking (really high cliff climbing and bat guano collecting in foreboding caverns).
I teach history and psychology. My daughter attends college and is informed of the details of my emotional life. I value her perspective and insight.
A good friend referred to me as an "odd duck" in the best sense of the word. But whether I am the wrong duck for someone or the right swan really depends on the other person.
I would like someone who fan follow through with emotional commitments. Please be someone who can stick to emotional commitments or negotiate them with some pragmatism.
I need a woman who comprehends my language of love. Since the sexes are hard-wired to receive romance in different ways, it is essential to establish an emotional vocabulary before allowing words to run with the wind. For me this means that love is choice. It is not a choice akin to that nice squirt of dopamine released by the purchase of your new i-pod or yet another prospective date, but a choice that is an act of will. As an act of will it imposes moral obligations, ethical standards, and a commitment to communication and mutual respect. I find that anything vaguely romantic without that choosing to be bereft of feeling, artificial, and a cultural construction.
Does that I mean am unromantic? No, I just believe people rather than conveniently located thunderstorms make romance. I think that I really want take a little time so that the thought of a beloved drives me utterly crazy and we both know it. After all, passionate love is a brand of everyday insanity. And, most importantly, I need a woman unafraid of expressing her thoughts. Commitments are not implicit things like a flirtation, but explicitly articulated things. I believe love is hard work as much as it is a joy and a pleasure. Anything else, at least for me, would make it something lesser.
So I can be the breeze to your rose petals, but the flight to air must first come to ground. Romance without projection lets you stoke the flames of a glance. Rather than the hormonal forest fire engendered by a few haphazard dates, I would like a slow burn.
I am random, quirky, and existential.
Or maybe I they just won't say....
Books: Neil Gaiman's The Sandman, Meditations, most things by Alan Moore, Anna Akhmatova, Ogden Nash, Kundera, Dostoevskii, Turgenev, Irvin Yalom, Ian McEwan, Stephen R. Donaldson, Michel Foucault, Eric Fromm, Anthony Appiah, Isaiah Berlin, Gordon Wood, graphic novels (& comic books) in a variety of permutations, formats, and degrees of removal from my cat. More recently Kafka on the Shore by Murakami (great audio book), Purity by Franzen, and several Margaret Atwood books.
Music: Natalie Merchant, Tori Amos, Rachael Sage, Marina V., Billy Joel, R.E.M., Peter Gabriel, Jethro Tull, Amanda Palmer, Emilie Autumn, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Mumford & Sons, Brandi Carlile, Medieval Babes, Of Monsters and Men, Pete Seeger, Feist, Blackmore's Night, Phillip Glass, The Endless, Shannon Corey ,Joanna Chapman Smith, John Lennon, The Beatles, music that does not induce epileptic seizures and probably some less conventional things that I have not heard yet. And don't forget live classical music.
I had a childhood crush on Lalla Ward.
I'm not interested in biologically fathering more children. If you have kids, don't be surprised if I quiz them on comic books, independent music, and the half-life of pop tarts.
You would like to go see live drama (performed by actors and not cats and family members). I had a regular theater buddy several years ago and found company to be the best motivation to get my act together. :)
You can actually find the time to date and pursue a relationship. You are not here to flirt or explore other options with a "complicated" relationship/non-relationship. Whenever I convince myself to date, I seem to always meet either type.
You get the paradox in Ben Folds "You Don't Know Me At All."


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This is as good as it gets in the Pacific Northwest. This cozy cabin on the edge of Hood Canal's shore boasts panoramic views of spectacular sunsets, snow-capped Olympic peaks and abundant wildlife.
'We're back! Couldn't wait to get back to your 'jewel on the sea.'
'...clear night sky...saw a shooting star.'
'...cozy, peaceful hideaway...perfect place to ask the one you love to be your wife.'
'...ideal for that long- deserved rest and relaxation...impressed with how neat & clean...appreciate the 'special
touches' provided.'
this is a great little cottage, perfect for two. the unit has everything to make are stay comfortable.
This place is just neat and cozy. Every little thing has been provided and the bed and other furnishings are comfortable and well made. Great kitchen! The place is small but the amazing deck (which is directly over the water at high tide) is almost as large as the cottage and the perfect place to begin and end the day. Beautiful Olympic views/sunsets. We saw seals, herons, and at low tide, plenty of oysters (for those with a permit).
If you're aware beforehand that Hood Canal cabins by the water are usually built close together in groups, you will really like this one-we did!
This small cabin get away was perfect for my husband and me. We spent most of our time out on the deck overlooking Hood Canal. We loved being right on the water and watching the coming and going of the tides. The only drawback was that the grill uses charcoal rather than propane. We opted not to grill. However that is a personal preference. I know many people prefer charcoal over propane. Senen and Greg were wonderfully responsive. While we were there the refrigerator died, but that very day Greg went out, bought a new fridge, and installed it. Thanks for a great stay!
Spent a week away at this great Hood Canal "hideout". Cozy and comfortable, the views of the mountains and waterfront deck, made this week a memorable one. Looking forward to another stay in the future.
We stayed only one of the two nights we had booked. The cabin is clean and as described, however, it had a funky smell. The photography is somewhat creative in that it doesn't give you a feel for how tiny the place is. Ok for two people, but forget about any sort of space. The cabin is right next to a rotting trailer, wedged between two other cabins, with not a lot of space in-between. There is no way to walk anywhere: the road, although not busy, is winding with no shoulder and not conducive to a stroll. Beyond the road, there is a sheer slope.
We had our dog with us, and just getting her some exercise was difficult.
The beach is lovely, but again, you walk maybe a few feet before you hit the next cabin - at high tide there is no beach at all. For any amenities, a drive to Belfair is in order.
Overall, we would not stay there again. For the same price, we had true jewels of cabins in the same area.
We are so happy that we chose this cabin for our vacation. Weather was perfect and water was right in front of the cabin. Everything we needed was available in the cabin, pots, pans, spices, knives, bbq grill, extra pillows, blankets, chairs, so many dvds, wi-fi, row boat, towels, first aid kit, etc. Oyster heaven!
Quiet and beautiful. We kept saying that this cabin is hidden gem and we're so happy to be here!
Thank you so much Gerg and Senen. We will send our friends here and we will come back soon!!!
60 miles from Tacoma.
Other Activities: Rental for kayaks, paddleboats nearby
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FGSCC Takes Over Leadership of Fort Gordon-CSRA Community Expo, Sets Date for Aug. 28
"As the new home of the Cyber Center of Excellence and the heart of the Signal Regiment, Fort Gordon is continuously welcoming new service members and civilians," said Julie Maldonado, FGSCC president. "The Expo is a convenient way for newcomers and longtime CSRA residents to connect with local organizations and businesses ready to serve those affiliated with the military. It's your one stop to get plugged in to the community."
This year's Expo showcases a variety of local attractions, organizations and businesses from farmers markets to universities, to nonprofits and restaurants. In addition to gathering valuable information from vendors, attendees can win door prizes throughout the day and enjoy free Papa John's pizza and Coca-Cola beverages. "Having the Expo at the Gordon Club makes it easy for anyone to stop by during lunch, grab a bite to eat and learn something new about our community," said Maldonado.
Longtime volunteers at the Expo, the FGSCC recently assumed leadership of the event from the CSRA Alliance for Fort Gordon. The Alliance remains a sponsor of the event along with the Fort Gordon Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, the Augusta Metro, Columbia County and North Augusta chambers of commerce, Papa John's and Coca-Cola. All will have program and event information available at the Expo.
"Thousands of military personnel and contractors will head to Fort Gordon in the next few years as part of the Cyber Center and we want them to feel welcomed," said Thom Tuckey, executive director of the CSRA Alliance for Fort Gordon and a former Fort Gordon garrison commander. "Our new partnership with the Spouses' & Civilians' Club means the Expo will continue to thrive and provide newcomers with the community contacts that will help them make the most of their time in the CSRA."
Proceeds from the Expo fund the scholarship and grant programs of the FGSCC. Over the past two years, the Spouses' & Civilians' Club has awarded nearly $50,000 in scholarships and grants to military dependents and community organizations dedicated to serving those affiliated with the military.
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Defense Still Wins Championships
In an interview with CBS Sports, Chargers' General Manager A.J. Smith said: "I believe you have to have dominating, dictating defense to win a world championship. We have to put that together." If that doesn't go a long way in hinting at just which direction the team may be leaning in the early rounds of the upcoming NFL Draft, I don't know what else will.
Clearly the Chargers have several need areas on each level defensively and they can't address all of those issues with one pick. Still the idea of maximizing draft choices and taking value choices in every round of next month's selection process is one that the team must enact. Let's take a look at each big need for the Bolts on the defensive side of the football and determine which prospects in what particular rounds may appeal to the team.
Obviously obtaining a pass rusher tops the list of needs for San Diego this offseason and there are plenty of options in the upcoming draft. Many analysts believe that the first round will be where the club chooses to address this need with either Alabama's Courtney Upshaw or more likely Illinois sack machine Whitney Mercilus. Still later on the team could find some value in rounds two or three if they choose to forgo that position in round one.
Andre Branch from Clemson would make a lot of sense in the second round as a fit in the 3-4 scheme. He has the size to fight off blockers at 6'5" 260lbs. along with the agility to stick with receivers and the athleticism to drop back in coverage. Shea McClellin of Boise State could also be a possibility in either the second or potentially even the third round. His productivity was solid in Boise and he has drawn comparisons to last year's first round pick Aldon Smith in terms of potential. With a great first step and a real blue collar work ethic, McClellin would be a great fit for the Bolts at some point during the second day of the draft.
The safety spot opposite Eric Weddle is in flux and the team needs to find a real solution at that position this offseason. The addition of Atari Bigby in free agency provides some flexibility and depth, but not a real difference maker. Many believe that GM A.J. Smith has serious interest in Notre Dame product Harrison Smith and he seems like the only true blue chip prospect at the position in this year's class.
Certainly the option of moving Quentin Jammer from corner to safety makes a lot of sense in so many ways, but Jammer's pride will likely prevent that from occurring at least in the coming season. If the team decided to go in that direction however, drafting a corner early like Stephon Gilmore of South Carolina or Dre Kirkpatrick from Alabama could be the pick in round two.
Really defensive line in general just needs a bit more depth and whichever position the Bolts choose to fill would be a good addition. This spot may wait until a bit later in the draft however so for this spot, some deepsleepers will be examined as potential fits.
Kheeston Randall of Texas has the ideal skill set and size at 6'5" 293lbs. to become a part of the defensive end rotation from day one. He was asked to occupy space mainly with the Longhorns and would excel if given the same job description with the Bolts. Regina's Akiem Hicks has already visited the Pittsburgh Steelers, a 3-4 team, in the pre-draft process and he wouldn't be the first Canadian collegiate prospect the Bolts took a look at. He and Vaughn Martin could make a nice north of the border pair with the team if he is still around in the fifth round.
There is still plenty of work to be done for the Chargers' personnel department in determining just which players fit best with the team's scheme. The guys mentioned could be looked at as possibilities or GM Smith could again go with an under the radar prospect that has yet to be mentioned as an option at this point. If the team does go in the defensive direction as expected however, this will likely be a draft class expected to make an immediate on-field impact in 2012.
Now it's your turn! Do you see defense as the main focus for the Bolts in the upcoming draft? Will the team be able to find that difference making pass rusher in this year's draft class or will GM Smith again swing and miss? Can management find a top notch safety to pair with Weddle in this class or will they be forced to deal with what is on their current roster? Does the lack of depth on the defensive line concern you or would it be okay if the team neglected to pick a lineman in this year's draft? What is your gut feeling on who A.J. Smith is targeting at this point and will that ultimately be the team's pick? Please fill up the comments section below with your thoughts on everything draft related!
March 27, 2012at 8:00 AM Posted by Anthony M. Blake
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OL is a pressing need... I like the Jammer move to safety and picking a good "cover" (man-to-man) corner... I think our current OLB's will be much improved with the addition of J. Johnson. Still could use a stud pass rusher...
Nick Perry or Whitney Mercilus in the first round.
- Pete Spinning said... Mar 27, 2012, 10:28:00 AM
It takes pretty big balls to say that "without defense, you aren't winning any championships" after making only one notable defensive move in free agency, thus far. Seriously, A.J.?
the downgrade at linebacker KILLED us last year we went from kevin burnett+stepher cooper to takeo spikes and travis laboy that = DOWNGRADE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I hope we DON"T draft another Illinois player in round 1. Like Upshaw and Perry. Bolts are desperate for pass rusher and safety. Hope first 4 picks are for defense. I agree with Triplock losing Burnett and Siler hurt us.
Quinton Couples, Courtney Upshaw, NIck Perry in the 1st round
a nt might help
- Pete Spinning said... Mar 28, 2012, 2:20:00 AM
OK. I'm over it. Who is the best pass rusher in the draft? Upshaw, Perry, Mercilus.,, or any utha sucka. Pass rush = strong safety = cornerback. Let's hear it. right now.
anyone think we should grab poe if hes available or fletcher cox even though we got garay
and does anyone think LEGIT will step it up this year
- Juan A Estreyer said... Mar 30, 2012, 12:11:00 PM
How does he knows that ????
I like the guy from South Carolina Ingram at end. Also like Janoris Jenkins SEC players even though he played at North Alabama he was a gator for 3 years and played top level competition not much behind Claiborne in terms of skills and he is a projected top 5 pick.
Sounds like all the same discussion as last year...how we lost this or that player and didn't sign anyone else who was playing at that same level. At some point we have to face facts the Chargers organization is getting close to the Miami organization and people don't want to come here...from AJ and Dean Spanos it's all because the agents are against us...come on it's because this organization is all dollars and no sense! We don't want to pay the dollars for the good players (assuming they'd want to come to this organization) and there's no sense in the decision making process by AJ. How is this team improved on Defense?
this guy has no clue of what it takes to win....
I think that losing Ron rivera is the big reason are defence was lacking last year this is the last stop for AJ so he will go all out keeping norv was honestly the best thing there was no one else that could have been picked up I love the moves in free angency
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I'm a New Englander by birth and an Ohioan by choice. I followed the man I love. My husband and I make our home in a small, rural community and my children are scattered throughout the U.S. Since my husband's retirement, my goal is to travel more and do my writing while we're on the road. Adventure awaits!
For me, reading has always been an adventure. You never know where a book will take you. Will it make you laugh? Cry? Will you sit at the edge of your seat in anticipation? Will your heart thunder in passion? Will you sigh with compassion at a touching moment?
I try to bring all this to my writing. It, Writing is an adventure for me, too. A character will pop into my mind at the oddest times; in the shower, in the grocery store, and quite often when I really should be doing something else! She speaks to me and I begin to see her in my mind, what she looks like, where she's from, what she was like as a girl. She's not a little girl now and she has a story to tell.
That's where the adventure begins because while I know where my character is going, I'm never quite sure how she'll get there. It's hard work slogging through life to get to happily ever after, but unlike many of my characters, I'm a romantic at heart and I believe...anything is possible and a Happily Ever After is out there waiting to be found.
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Had to give this book 5 stars, not because I loved every minute of my marathon reading of this in just over 24 hours, but because it evoked such a strong reaction in me. I got very wrapped up in the story-line and characters, even needing to give myself little time outs when I would get so worked up over what was happening that I wanted to smack the characters up side the head. I did enjoy the book, wouldn't have given it so many stars if I didn't, but there were parts of the story that were not an easy read for me. I think that just comes from my personal history though.
Wolver's Gold is part of a series, but would work nicely as a stand alone title. The rules of the world are the same, but the author has taken the series in a totally different direction in this book. Gave it a fresh and different feel while keeping it true to the world she created. I believe there is only one character that was in other books in the series, so feel free to pick this one up if you want to give the series a try. This is one of the few authors that I enjoy though, that I will buy anything she writes, even without reading the synopsis, and know I'm going to get a good read.
I was a little surprised with the direction this book went, started it without reading its synopsis, the story had a way different feel then the others. It almost came off with as a historical, but managed to keep one paw in modern times, then there was this western element thrown in too. Now I must confess, westerns and historicals are two types of books I will usually shy away from. Just not a fan most of the time. This one was an exception, though, the romance and paranormal elements overrode any historical or western elements to the story enough that it was able to keep my interest. So if you are a fan of any of the aforementioned genres (historical, westerns, paranormal, romance) you might want to give this one a go.
So what got me so riled up about this book. The men mostly. The pack in this book is stuck in the 1800′s and runs a tourist town where they can hide their pack and basically suppress women. The author explains in the beginning how this is what life was like to many women in the wild west, and I appreciated the forewarning and information she provided. It still got my hackles up and pissed me off how the men were treating the women of the pack as second class citizens with no rights. I grew up knowing men like this, hence my perhaps overblown reaction to a story…. Feel bad for my husband who had to live with me while reading this book. I'm glad the author tackled this subject though, cause even thought this was in the context of this is how it used to be, there are too many women out there in the world that this is their reality.
Alright, done with what I found difficult about the story. There was plenty to love about the story too. I LOVED Challenger. He was such fun and played the fish-out-of- water well as he got used to living in this piece of the past town. I also loved reading how he would get Rachel so worked up. They were a great match. The author teased me along for most of the book though. Kept me wondering if how they were going to end up together or if they would. There were moments where I wondered if it would all lead to heartbreak for Rachel. I also loved Rachel. Enjoyed watching her wake up to the reality she lived in. Such a transformation. So proud of the growth and changes she made. One other character I enjoyed was the school teacher, Washington (last name, the characters were so formal using Mr. & Miss all the time I forget his first name). I would so love to see him get his own story. The chemistry between him and Challenger was great, a fun bromance.
The story and plot moved at a good pace, there was plenty of fun situations, some steamy scenes, and on the edge of your seat action. It was a fun read that made you think, for the female readers a story to make you appreciate the world and society we now live in. I hope you give it a try and like it as much as I did.
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SESSION TITLE: Physiology/PFTs/Rehabilitation Posters
SESSION TYPE: Original Investigation Poster
PRESENTED ON: Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
PURPOSE: Oxygen saturation falls with ascent to altitude although individual responses are highly variable. The effect of positional changes on oxygen saturation (SpO2) as measured by pulse oximetry in hypoxic environments is unclear. Patients with pulmonary or cardiac disease may demonstrate marked positional changes in SpO2, whereas healthy individuals typically have little positional difference in their SpO2. It is unknown if healthy individuals without altitude illness exhibit significant positional differences in SpO2 following rapid ascent to altitude. Anecdotal observations at high altitude suggested decreased O2 saturation in supine subjects thus we analyzed SpO2 data collected during two recent altitude studies from our laboratory. The purpose of this study was to determine whether SpO2 was different in the upright seated position compared with the supine position under hypoxic conditions.
METHODS: SpO2 was recorded with a transcutaneous ear or finger electrode system in healthy, well-trained subjects following a rapid ascent over approximately 6 hours to 3800 m or 4344 m altitude. Subjects were tested within a few hours of arrival at altitude. Data were analyzed from 10 subjects aged 36 ± 11 years (mean ± SD). Saturation data was continuously recorded and averaged over several minutes. Subjects were blinded to the saturation values during the periods of measurement.
RESULTS: In the upright position SpO2 was 88 ± 7% while in the supine position it was 77 ± 13%, p = 0.02. None of the subjects had clinically significant altitude illness.
CONCLUSIONS: The mechanisms responsible for these positional changes in SpO2 are unknown but deserve further investigation.
CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS: These findings suggest that body position should be indicated when reporting data regarding oxygen saturation at altitude.
DISCLOSURE: The following authors have nothing to disclose: Chandra Patel, Sophia Larson, Paresh Giri, Gary Foster, James Anholm
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The Artist Takes a Break
In Buenos Aires, there is a very artsy area called La Boca. It's filled with tiny little studios, restaurants, tango in the streets, and all kinds of life. The colors are bright and vibrant, so, of course, I went crazy with my camera there. While exploring, I found this cool artist's studio on the second floor of an interior section. I had on my 24-70mm, and I was admiring her studio at f2.4. Then, by luck, she came to the window to peer out. I grabbed a quick one.
This was edited with Nik Software, so I took this opportunity to write a Nik Review for y'all! It's very cool software, and I have put a bunch of new images inside of there... Many of them are "in progress", and might not show up in their final form on the blog for a few weeks.
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text: "Fear doesn't shut you down, it wakes you up - Veronica Roth, Divergent" Well, hello there everyone! I have AT LAST managed to find a place where I REALLY belong to and where people don't think I am a weirdo to have my head high up in the clouds imagining things which are impossible to happen in real life. As if stories are supposed to happen in real life! But sometimes I wonder: What if they DO happen? I know I sound totally bonkers but ever thought how fairies, pixies, vampires and werewolves and other 'mythical' creatures became a part of stories and BEST SELLING novels? Pretty deep, huh? I guess that's all I want to say. I don't really know how to talk about myself plus the fact that I hate people who talk A LOT about them may add to my repulsion for 'peeking into my soul' or whatever. That's the end, i think. P.S. If you check my profile out i also suggest you to read the chapters of my novel 'Same Old Story' which, i honestly hope, will come to become the first novel i complete P.P.S Don't forget to leave comments.


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More Thunderstick Slamming Fun At A Korean League Baseball Game
Last week we were first introduced to Korean League Baseball Fans and their between innings enthusiasm. Here is another video from a recent game. These fans love their music thundersticks, and it really looks like an awesome environment to watch a game.


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For those of you who have read this before, this is a completely new first chapter. This is not going to be a diary anymore. The second chapter will be the original first one. Thanks for reading!!
It's hard to believe that today I turn seventy. It feels like only yesterday that I was twenty and young, enjoying the college scene at Smith, the parties, and the men. Well, especially one man. I can't believe that I have been married for almost forty-seven years. Even though Richard and I had our ups and downs, we have worked together and watched our relationship grow. I also can't believe that yesterday, Lorelai and I spent the whole day together. She came over, and we watched old family videos. Surprisingly, there were a lot of times that we did get along. There were times that she told me, "I love you, Mommy". There were times when we played together, and I told her stories, and we were lost in our own little world. Everything on tape looked so warm and comforting. We looked like we were an actual family. The camera wasn't able to capture all of the fights, the lies, the hatred that split us apart. It didn't show any of the fights about Christopher, about her pregnancy. The tapes showed me holding Rory, and smiling. Everything caught on camera was a perfect moment. It made me feel a lot closer to Lorelai. We just sat there on the couch together, and when she left, she actually hugged me goodbye. I can't believe that it took until Lorelai was in her forties to do it, but I think that we are finally able to get along. We have put aside most of our differences, and are able to function almost like any other family should.
All of these memories take me back to when I was twenty. When I went to that fateful Yale party. The day I met the love of my life.


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Food and drinks were provided throughout the night, so patrons were able to grab quick snacks and get right back into solving the mystery.
Three prizes were awarded at the end of the night: The best patron performer won a wine tasting for 10 at Lynfred Winery, the patron with the most fake money won a voucher for two to the 20-minute escape room at Challenge Accepted and the patron with the best costume won a mystery-themed basket filled with countless goodies.
Another upcoming Adult program at the Bartlett Library is the "Baby Fair" on Saturday, April 23 at 10 a.m. Local agencies will be on hand to provide information and resources for new and expectant parents.
For more information and a complete listing of scheduled programs, call 630.837.2855 or visit www.bartlettlibrary.org.
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Major League Soccer announced today that Amado Guevara was named the 2004 MLS Honda MVP. The announcement was made at a press conference at ESPNZone in Anaheim, CA, which was shown live nationally on ESPNews. With the announcement, Guevara, who rounded out his second season in Major League Soccer in 2004, becomes the first MetroStar to win the honor of MLS MVP in the league's nine seasons.
Guevara had a stellar season for the MetroStars in 2004 leading the squad in assists with 10 (tied for second in MLS), and tying John Wolyniec at 10 for the team lead in goals (tied for third in MLS). These numbers gave him 30 total points, which secured him a tie with New England's Pat Noonan for the 2004 MLS Budweiser Scoring Champion. These numbers are even more impressive given that Guevara missed five games due to National Team call-ups and one as a result of suspension.
This marks the first time since 1992 that a professional athlete in the New York Metropolitan Area has been named MVP of a Major League. The most recent was Mark Messier in 1992 for his play for the New York Rangers (NHL) during the 1991-1992 season. In the National Football League, Lawrence Taylor was the most recent player from the NYC area to capture the award when he did so for the Giants in 1986. In Major League Baseball Don Mattingly of the Yankees was named the MVP in 1985, and Willis Reed was named MVP of the NBA for his play during the 1969-1970 seasons.
The award rounds out a year full of accolades and honors for Guevara, as he has also been named the 2004 Honda MLS All-Star Game MVP, the 2004 MetroStars Honda MVP, the 2004 MetroStars.com Player of the Year, 2004 Budweiser MetroStars Scoring Champion and the 2004 Budweiser MLS Scoring Co-Champion (tied with Pat Noonan - New England Revolution).
Besides Guevara, Joe Cannon (GK - Colorado Rapids) and Jaime Moreno (F - D.C. United) were also named finalists for the award.