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Roadie Bookcase
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- Overview
Reclaim your space. This rustic, industrial design is crafted with reclaimed teak and finished with metal edge banding. Six open compartments hold books, gear and more. Use the top to display photos and other objects. Sturdy locking wheels let you roll it with ease.
- 63.75" wide x 15.75" deep x 36.75" high
- Crafted of aluminum and reclaimed teak with a natural finish.
- Sits on four casters for an industrial look.
Make sure it fits! Use our interactive room planner to design your floor plan.
- Dimensions + Care
- Overall: 63.75" wide x 15.75" deep x 36.75" high
- Top: 63.75" wide x 15.75" deep
- Cubby (6): 19.5" wide x 13.5" deep x 14.5" high
- Distance Between Legs: 58" side to side; 7" front to back
- Clearance Under Cabinet: 4"
- Weight: 76 pounds
- Dust with a soft, dry cloth.
- To protect the finish, do not apply abrasives or household cleaners.
- Shipping Info
This item is delivered by our Premium In-Home Delivery Service. With In-Home delivery, the item is brought into your home, unpacked, and assembled (except for some headboards and Style-It Desk components, which are not unpacked or assembled. Our service also does not mount hutches and shelves to customer's walls.) Delivery is by appointment. Monday-Friday, in all areas; Saturday delivery in some areas. Our delivery service will contact you to arrange a day. This service is available in the contiguous 48 states only. Please allow approximately 2-3 weeks for delivery. Returns of mattresses are subject to a $40 return shipping fee.
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Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Exercise and Fitness
Weight Lifting
My son will be 13 in May. He plays football and they want to start weight lifting classes. When is it safe for him to start weight lifting and how much weight for that specific age?
In the past, resistance training has not been recommended for children due to the assumption that children would not respond with an increase in muscular strength, endurance, or hypertrophy. Recent research, however, has dispelled this myth and shown that children can significantly increase muscular strength and endurance with resistance training, although their ability to increase muscle size through hypertrophy is somewhat limited. The increase in strength is thought to occur primarily through neural factors instead of an increase in muscular cross sectional area.
Recommendations for strength training in children are numerous and fairly consistent across multiple sources. The American College of Sports Medicine, the National Strength and Conditioning Association, and the American Academy of Pediatrics all propose that strength training can be safely performed by children. However, children should first be required to undergo a physical examination prior to beginning a resistance training program. Once medical clearance has been given, a program with realistic goals should be established.
Two concerns are inherent with strength training equipment: 1) Most strength training machines are large and made for adult use. It is therefore critical to adjust the machine to properly fit the child by adding a pad behind the back, or altering the machine's range of motion. If a piece of equipment cannot be modified to fit the child, it should not be used. 2) Machines are typically designed with large increments in weight (10-15 lbs.). If a child is to use a particular machine, external weights need to be added in small increments (2.5-5 lbs.) to alleviate overuse injuries.
Strength training programs for children should be characterized by: 1) Close, continuous, trained supervision, 2) Adequate warm-up, 3) High repetitions per set (no less than 6 to 8 reps per set), 4) Adequate recovery between sessions (train no more than 2-3 days per week), 5) Emphasis on proper form, and 6) Inclusion of flexibility exercises (especially during adolescent growth spurts).
An emphasis should be placed on proper technique, not on the use of an external load. Once a student has developed a moderate amount of strength with gradual progression, external loads may be added gradually. In addition, children should only participate in resistance training if they demonstrate an interest in this activity. An unmotivated child is not likely to adequately follow directions, which can lead to injuries. Finally, as with any activity, exercise should be fun, not a chore.
Carolyn Nickol, RD, MEd
Fitness Center at CARE\Crawley
University of Cincinnati

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Sunday, March 31, 2013
Rising Stars : REMINDER
Don't forget, if you want the chance to win FREE DISPLAY SPACE at Spectrum Fantastic Art Live 2, your submissions need to be in by the end of the day tomorrow! More info HERE.
Saturday, March 30, 2013
Are You In?
The official SPECTRUM 20 ARTIST LIST has been posted! Congratulations to all who made it in!
Kate Adams
Jason Shawn Alexander
Mark Alfrey
Christian Alzmann
Richard Anderson
Kalman Andrasofszky
Mia Araujo
Steve Argyle
L.D. Austin
Tohru Patrick Awa
Chris Ayers
Tom Babbey
Daren Bader
Volkan Baga
Ana Bagayan
Scott Bakal
Andrew Baker
Anna & Elena Balbusso
Armand Baltazar
Paolo Barbieri
Jonathan Bartlett
Shaun Beaudry
Kelsey Beckett
Jasmine Becket-Griffith
Julie Bell
Steven Belledin
Rob Benevides
Rasmus Berggreen
Rick Berry
Ed Binkley
Pascal Blanché
Florian Bo
Paul Bonner
Sam Bosma
Noah Bradley
Andy Brase
Aleksi Briclot
Laurie Lee Brom
Tim Bruckner
Scott Brundage
Sam Burley
Chris Buzelli
Rovina Cai
Martin Canale & The Gore Group
Lauren K. Cannon
Antonio Caparo
Bill Carman
Chrystal Chan
Jason Chan
Soi H. Che
Colin Christian
Henry Christian-Slane
Bobby Chiu
Frank Cho
Donna Choi
Dan Chudzinski
Kali Ciesemier
Sam Wolfe Connelly
Gordon Crabb
Kinuko Y. Craft
David Crust
Matt Dangler
Galen Dara
Michael J. Deas
Michael Defeo
Bastient Lecouffe Deharme
Cam de Leon
Mélanie Delon
Camilla d'Errico
Peter de Sève
Eric Deschamps
Brian Despain
Joe DeVito
Zelda Devon
Peter Diamond
Sara K. Diesel
Julie Dillon
Daniel Dociu
Terry Dodson
Dave Dorman
Devon Dorrity
Dan dos Santos
Lee Dotson
Allen Douglas
Boris Dubrov
Jonny Duddle
Chris Dunn
Jesper Ejsing
Craig Elliott
Tristan Elwell
Jeremy Enecio
Jason A. Engle
Jason Felix
Aly Fell
Tom Fleming
Eric Fortune
Jon Foster
Tom Fowler
Randy Gallegos
Phroilan Gardner
Alex Garner
Mark Garro
Matt Gaser
Jesse Gee
Justin Gerard
Donato Giancola
Gary Gianni
E.M. Gist
Cory Godbey
Lucas Graciano
Lars Grant-West
Burton Gray
Tanner Griepentrog
Gris Grimly
Rebecca Guay
Scott Gustafson
Feng Guo
Wayne Haag
Brian Haberlin & Gierrod Van Dyke
Brian Hagan
Nils Hamm
Randy Hand
Ryohei Hase
Michael C. Hayes
John Hendrix
Kelley Hensing
Christina Hess
Stephen Hickman
David Ho
Johannes Holm
Bruce Holwerda
Levi Hopkins
Edward F. Howard
Te Hu
Zhao Huanhua
Kurt Huggins
Adam Hughes
Gus Hunter
Tyler Jacobson
Bruce Jensen
Arantza Jimenez
Android Jones
Jaime Jones
Patrick J. Jones
Eric Joyner
Lee Joyner
Joe Jusko
Ingrid Kallick
Jakub Kasper
Aldo Katayanagi
Agata Kawa
Nick Keller
Brian Kesinger
Paul Kidby
Tom Kidd
Edward Kinsella III
Ed Ko
Victor Koen
Michael Komarck
Karl Kopinski
Stefan Kopinski
J. Anthony Kosar
Kekai Kotaki
Vance Kovacs
Thomas S. Kuebler
Thierry Labrosse
Raphael Lacoste
Stephan Lambert
Herman Lau
Stephanie Pui-Mun Law
Vanessa Lemen
Matthew J. Levin
Travis Lewis
Yang Liang
Andris Liepnieks
Xiang Ling
Fabio Listrani
Francis Livingston
Todd Lockwood
Jerry Lofaro
Lindsey Look
Yoann Lossel
Melene Reynolds Laugesen
Travis A. Louie
Jeffrey Alan Love
Rodrigo Luff
David Mack
David Malan
Serena Malyon
Gregory Manchess
Michael Manomivibul
Alexandra Manukyan
Maurizio Manzieri
Andrew Mar
Stephan Martiniere
Jonathan Matthews
Brian Matyas
Bill Mayer
Dan Maynard
Chris McGrath
Sean McMurchy
Meats Meier
David Meng
Fiona Meng
Petar Meseldžija
Jennifer L. Meyer
Chris Miles
Aaron Miller
Kurt Miller
Jeff Miracola
Bruce D. Mitchell
Christine Mitzuk
Christopher Moeller
Mark Molchan
Peter Mohrbacher
Jean-Baptiste Monge
Goni Montes
Sho Murase
Scott Murphy
Chris B. Murray
Sean Andrew Murray
Mike Nash
Mark A. Nelson
Winona Nelson
Victo Ngai
Tran Nguyen
Cliff Nielsen
Terese Nielsen
Tim O'Brien
William O'Connor
Walter O'Neal
Dan Orizio
Karla Ortiz
John Jude Palencar
David Palumbo
Lucio Parrillo
Eduardo Peña
John Picacio
Natalia Pierandrei
Shane Pierce
Jerome Podwill
Mark Poole
Inga Poslitur
rk post
George Pratt
Dave Pressler
Jeff Preston
Theo Prins
Vincent Proce
Liz Pulido
Joe Quinones
Chris Rahn
Frederick Rambaud
Patricia Raubo
Omar Rayyan
Corinne Reid
Kirk Reinert
Wayne Reynolds
Paolo Rivera
John Rocco
Forest Rogers
Denman Rooke
Virginie Ropars
J.S. Rossbach
João Ruas
Greg Ruth
Lauren Saint-Onge
Steven Sanders
Ruth Sanderson
Dominick Saponaro
A.M. Sartor
Marguerite Sauvage
Marc Scheff
Lara Schneider
Dan Scott
Chris Seaman
Don Seegmiller
Dave Seeley
David Seidman
Cynthia Sheppard
Brandon & Jarrod Shiflett
James Shoop
Marc Simonetti
Jeff Simpson
Andrew Sonea
Soutchay Soungpradith
Nick Southam
Craig J. Spearing
John Stanko
Greg Staples
Matt Stawicki
Annie Stegg
Derek Stenning
Jim Steranko
Ivica Stevanović
Jason Stokes
Gus Storms
William Stout
Paul Sullivan
Raymond Swanland
Justin Sweet
Steven Tabbutt
Erica Taguchi-Newton
Katya Tal
Shaun Tan
Ben Templesmith
Thom Tenery
Andrew Theophilopoulos
Heather Theurer
Paul Tobin
Brian Thompson
Jan Urschel
Christoph Vacher
Charles Vess
Jeff Victor
Vincent Villafranca
Olivier Villoingt
Raoul Vitale
Jeff Wack
Ryan Wardlow
Sam Weber
Tony Weinstock
Steven Welter
Steve Wheeler
Michael R. Whelan
Patrick Whelan
Bruce Whistlecraft
Eric Wilkerson
Allen Williams
Jeremy Wilson
Ashley Marie Witter
Richard Wright
Bayard Wu
Min Yum
Jianbang Zhang
Lu Zhang
Pally Zhang
Chuan Zhong
In Progress Demo: Zombie
-By Mike Butkus
On this project I started on a Crescent cold pressed illustration board that I prepared with a mid value mixture of paynes grey and gesso. I applied the mixture using a 2 inch nylon brush. Once the ground dried thoroughly I projected my drawing using a black prisma pencil for everything except for the girls face and hand. I used a red prisma pencil for those to keep her features softer. At this point I use my sketch as a guide making adjustments on the board as I need to.
At this stage, I make sure to keep the painting very transparent. That means using a lot of water in your acrylic pigment. The key is not to lose your drawing. The opaque paint should be reserved for the highlights. The colors I started to lay down with both brush and airbrush are blue greys and reddish tints. A medium sized round white nylon brush will do if you don't have an airbrush, just be sure to keep the paint transparent.
For texture I splatter the zombie with reds, blues, and greens with an old toothbrush. This tool works great for this.
After laying in a little color and texture I start to define the shapes using transparent flesh tone washes with nylon brushes. A blow dryer always comes in handy to dry the layers quickly as you start to build them up.
Once I have enough transparent layers of paint down, I follow up by drawing back on top with more prisma pencils. They work great on top of the acrylic washes. To create some of the translucent washes I mix gesso with acrylic to give it that creepy wet look.
Finally, I add the finishing details with small nylon brushes and well pointed prisma pencils. For opaque highlights you can use white gouache or acrylic. Hope that helps!
Friday, March 29, 2013
Fhtagn: Part 1
-By Serge Birault
Here's the first part of my next personal work.
Here's my photo reference. Once again, my wife and my muse, Chloé, is gonna be my model.
The sketch is quite simple. I'm not sure for the design of the little Cthulhu ...
The sketch is on a Multiply layer (about 20% opacity) . I'm painting under the sketch.
I'm starting to work on the volumes and the contrast. The black parts are another layer. As usual, I'm working only with the soft round brush and very low opacity.
Finding the good contrast is the most important part when you try to achieve realistic rendering. I'm adding a little bit of red in the darkest parts and and a little bit of cyan on the brightest ones.
I'm creating a lot of layers, at least one for each part (eyes, mouth, ...).
The eyes are finished.
First step for the lips.
I'm adding the glasses.
I'm painting a flat black area on another layer for the hair.
I'm fixing all the little details : the freckles, the skin texture (with the "dry brush"), the reflection on the hair, the edges of the face, ... For the colors adjustments, I'm creating four different layers on the top.
Next part in 15 days :)
Thursday, March 28, 2013
A Trip to Middle-earth
by Donato
I have been reading and rereading passages of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Silmarillion over the past few months for various reasons, from research for work on private commissions to explorations in the freedom of expression to inspiration for drawings within my limited edition books.
Over the course of my career, I have created very few images along a single theme, preferring to bounce from one concept to another as I seek out challenges to keep my interests fired. But as I began to draw and paint more from Tolkien's world of Middle-earth, the issue of inspiration was never lacking. A large body of work has now been generated which a few years ago I never thought to undertake! A series of images was born with out my awareness.
I share with you here the work created for the limited edition version of Middle-Earth: Visions of a Modern Myth . Each book features a tipped in toned paper plate upon which I have filled with a drawing, one for each letter of the alphabet.. With 22 now finished, there are just a few more to go!
What I have thoroughly enjoyed about these creations is that they need never be brought to full tonal color. I am free to explore the lines and designs restricted only by pencil and chalk. Of course a few of these will see a color final as I find myself falling in love with more than just one composition!
Limited Edition 'B' Eowyn
Limited Edition 'D'
The Departiure of Boromir
Limited Edition 'E'
The Phial of Galadriel
|Limited Edition 'F'
Inside Information
|Limited Edition 'G'
Flight to the Ford
|Limited Edition 'H'
Eowyn and the Nazgul-Swift Stroke
|Limited Edition 'I'
Gollum - the Debate
|Limited Edition 'J'
Gandalf and the Balrog -you cannot pass
|Limited Edition 'K'
Aragorn on the Trail of the Uruk-hai
|Limited Edition 'L'
Nienor and Glaurung
|Limited Edition 'M'
Zirak-zigil : I threw down my enemy...
|Limited Edition 'N'
The Ents Roused
|Limited Edition 'O'
The Greatest Deed - Beren and Luthien in Angband
|Limited Edition 'P'
Riddles in the Dark
|Limited Edition 'Q'
Beren and Luthien
|Limited Edition 'S'
Aragorn in Arnor
|Limited Edition 'T'
Escape from Orthanc
|Limited Edition 'U'
Legolas : On the Banks of the Anduin
|Limited Edition 'V'
Earendil and Elwing approach Valinor
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Comic Con Curves
By Jesper Ejsing
|Image © Andrew Hickinbottom
Well its funny and sexy and its got boobs right in your face. That is an obvious "like" in my book. But what really impressed me was the perception and setting of the scene. I instantly remember all the time I have stood in lines waiting to talk to one of my idols at a comic con or an art show. Being from Europe and most of my idols being Americans also meant that I had travelled very far to meat them. Standing there in line with my pre prepared portfolio eager and at the same time afraid to show it to anyone is a real sore feeling. the first time I attended a convention I was blown away by all the people who had taken the opportunity to dress up. First I thought it was childish and ridiculous but when I noticed the reaction of the crowd as someone, wearing a greatly put together costume, I realized that it wasn´t stupid at all. these guys were behaving like kings of the world, staying in character acting it out, for a day or two. And I had to admit, it would take a lot of guts to dress up like that. I wouldn't dare it.
Back to the 3D. I simply love the stylized style. it looks so much like a cartoonist drawing turned real life. The super naturalistic pens lend credibility to the scene. The best thing is the card board material used for her check armour and weapon. The attention to details and setting up the scene makes this the true homage to Cos-players.
Check out Andrew's blog, to see more of his work.
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Hanging With the Pros
Spectrum Live is less than 2 months away, and I am very happy to say that Muddy Colors will officially have a booth there! At the booth, we will be exhibiting art from our contributors (even from some that can not attend), doing demos, and even doing some portfolio reviews.
We've spoken on Muddy Colors before about the great importance of conventions. How presenting your art in a professional and public manner is very important when trying establish, maintain and expand your career. I know a lot of artists who have gotten their big break thanks to their exhibiting at a convention.
But conventions can be really expensive, especially for those just starting out. Dishing out $500 for a table, and shipping all of your stuff (both ways) is not always financially feasible for a budding artist who is still trying to land their first job. It's a bit of a Catch 22... you need to advertise to make money, but you need money in order to advertise.
So what is an aspiring illustrator to do?
Well, we here at Muddy Colors would like to help you get the exposure you need. As such, we are proud to announce our first ever 'Muddy Colors: Rising Stars' showcase.
Muddy Colors will be awarding FREE display space to three lucky would-be illustrators. You can have your painting hang in a professional setting, for thousands to see, right alongside our own.
And the best part... it doesn't cost you a thing! There is no fee to submit, no fee to exhibit, and no commission will be taken should your painting sell. The only cost to you is getting your painting there, and back. You don't even need to be there, you can ship it to us!
Here is how to submit:
This showcase is open to artists from any country, and artworks of ANY medium. However, the only stipulation is that there must be a physical piece of art to hang. That means if you work digitally, you will need to print, and frame your work in a professional manner. Please be certain you are capable of framing and shipping your work prior to submitting.
|Photo © Irene Gallo
But conventions can be really expensive, especially for those just starting out. Dishing out $500 for a table, and shipping all of your stuff (both ways) is not always financially feasible for a budding artist who is still trying to land their first job. It's a bit of a Catch 22... you need to advertise to make money, but you need money in order to advertise.
So what is an aspiring illustrator to do?
Well, we here at Muddy Colors would like to help you get the exposure you need. As such, we are proud to announce our first ever 'Muddy Colors: Rising Stars' showcase.
Muddy Colors will be awarding FREE display space to three lucky would-be illustrators. You can have your painting hang in a professional setting, for thousands to see, right alongside our own.
And the best part... it doesn't cost you a thing! There is no fee to submit, no fee to exhibit, and no commission will be taken should your painting sell. The only cost to you is getting your painting there, and back. You don't even need to be there, you can ship it to us!
Here is how to submit:
-Send an email to: firstname.lastname@example.com panel of Muddy Colors contributors will view all the entires, and select their three favorite pieces for inclusion. We will personally contact the winners no later than April 8th.
-In the header, place the subject: Muddy Colors: Rising Stars
-Attach a single scan of the work you wish to submit for consideration.
-In the email, also include: Your full name, a phone number, and medium/dimension info for the attached image.
-(You may submit up to 3 pieces of art, but each entry must be submitted in separate emails.)
-Deadline for Submission is April 2nd, 12:00 am EST
This showcase is open to artists from any country, and artworks of ANY medium. However, the only stipulation is that there must be a physical piece of art to hang. That means if you work digitally, you will need to print, and frame your work in a professional manner. Please be certain you are capable of framing and shipping your work prior to submitting.
Monday, March 25, 2013
by Arnie Fenner
I was talking about Lord of the Rings art with Tim Kirk and Michael Whelan over dinner one evening during the Spectrum 20 judging. John Howe, Alan Lee, Donato, and many others were enthusiastically discussed, but I kept returning to my belief that Tim's "The Road to Minas Tirith" (which he says was inspired by the classic painting of Napoleon's retreat from Moscow) and Michael's "The Eagles Are Coming" are two classics for our field. Both are incredibly different in technique and approach and yet both are so "right" that I can't imagine either scene being improved upon by other hands in other interpretations. Why do I feel that way? Take a look for yourselves.
Below: I'm not sure which of these inspired Tim's painting (which was originally done as part of his Master's thesis and which subsequently was published in the 1975 J.R.R. Tolkien wall calendar): I'll have to ask. Update: From Tim. "It was, indeed, this [the second] painting—'Napoleon, Campaign of France' by Ernest Meissonier—that inspired my composition for 'The Road to Minas Tirith'...there was just something about the foreground/background relationship that appealed to me."
Below: I believe Michael originally painted this for a calendar, too.
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Saturday, March 23, 2013
The Kiss: Part 3
-By Tim Bruckner
With all the parts cast and cleaned of seams and flashing (See: The Kiss: Part 2), its time to prime to give the paint a good foundation. There are a number of types of primer. I use Model Master, white primer, made by Testors. The droplet pattern is very fine and results in an even surface-less coating. Hardware store primers spray a droplet patter much larger and results in a slightly textured surface which is amplified with layers of top-coat paint. If I have the time, which is rare, I like to let the primer dry overnight.
A word about paint. Cel-Vinyl. It made by Cartoon Colour (www.cartooncolor.com). In the old days of paper and pencil and hand drawn animation, cartoons were made up of hundred of painted acetate cels. Inked and painted on the reverse and photographed one at a time. Same paint. The advantage of using cel-vinyl over other paints is its opacity, ease of application and flat-finish. Its water based and brush friendly. Best applied in a series of washes. If you've used water colors, you'll have an edge in starting out. When dry, it accepts a variety of varnishes willingly.
I always paint the heads first. It's the first thing people look at and takes the most concentration. DC needed two sets of Paint Masters. Each statue was made up of fourteen parts so, twenty-eight painted pieces. Two long days. Thank the Gods for audio books!
With all the parts painted, they all get a seal coat of Model Master lusterless-flat. And they ain't kidding about the flat part. Cel-vinyl travels. It has a wanderlust that likes to hitch a ride on your finger tips and deposit its stain on other parts. Black is the worst, but certain reds and the infamous magenta are almost as bad. So a good coat of flat keeps everyone in their place and makes for easy handling. Then, its selective top coats. The lips and certain costume details get a gloss coat. The hair gets a dry brush of gloss for highlights. Other costume details will get a coat of satin. Lastly, the metallics.
The cloud base was cast in a translucent off-white resin, airbrushed with a light blue and sealed with the flat varnish. The bodies were assembled in order, kind of like a 3D jigsaw puzzle. With both figures together, time to position Wonder Woman into the base. In production, its likely the figures will be cast in self-colored resin, resin tinted to match the flesh color. With these Paint Masters, I had to be careful not to scrape off any of her leg paint in positioning her. One of the benefits of thermal-cure resin (a resin that generates heat when the A and B sides are combined to cure into a solid) is a little external heat like a hairdryer, will soften it up and allow for repositioning. I softened the cloud section, opened it up a little, slipped her leg into it, ran a few beads of superglue here and there and closed it up around her leg nice and tight.
Two and a half months later… The Kiss.


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I have not hard anything recently, anybody know any new Rumors surrounding the Pacers?
Normally any rumor is posted here within 5 minutes.
If you don't see any posts, then the answer is no.
andrew luck was cut because he overthrew reggie wayne. MY MAN HARNISHHHH
It's been relatively slow. The Pacers may very well be done with their offseason unless they choose to add maybe one other player.
I don't think there is much left but minimum salary player additions and invites to guys to camp.
my sources tell me that LeBron James is NOT being traded to the Pacers.
other than that, i haven't heard anything new.
I do not. I don't hate the Pacers. I suggested they would be 48-34. That is pretty good. I laugh when people start predicting 60 and I laugh when people tried to claim we had the best starting unit in the NBA..... I laugh a lot when people start telling me that Danny Granger is a star. ...
Anthony Tolliver
Craig Smith
Josh Howard
15th men end of bench scrubs so nothing to really care about
Just saying...
Clearly the Pacers are going to bring Cabbage back.Kevin PritchardJust watched
#usabasketball game against Lithuania. Random pick and rolls are almost impossible to guard if you have shooters!Lots to learn!
I heard somewhere that Paul George has been secretly working on his ball handling.(where the hell was that)
The "Off Season Rumors and Speculation" thread is usually first to report anything. Just keep frequenting it. If nothing's there, it pretty much means nothing going on.
It's a really long thread, so just hit "Last" page to get current.
"Look, it's up to me to put a team around ... Lance right now." Kevin Pritchard press conference
I like OldBlu and I don't get why so many people on PD give him a hard time. I much prefer to hear the opinion of a skeptical fan than a homer.
Read the Colts board. He's okay here, but unbearable there.
Admin Note: Let's be careful, please.
No, you just imply the name calling to play the victim and cry foul when it comes back at you. I haven't seen childish and manipulative behavior like that since I was in middle school.
As for comparing Luck to Jeff George, it's asinine because Jeff had a million dollar arm and an overconfident .02 cent brain. That's absolutely nothing like Andrew Luck. There's nothing to compare there.
Ah yes, another thread of BS. For what purpose?


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The 5-storey K&K Hotel George has an Internet lounge, which provides guests with four PC stations connected to the Internet, free of charge, 24-hours a day. 50 square meters of meeting space is available. A fireplace is in the lobby and a restaurant is available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The hotel offers a wellness area, complete with sauna, fitness facilities and massage service.
International guests appreciate the multilingual staff and availability of international newspapers. The concierge can organize city tours, excursions, restaurant reservations, child care, and theater and concert tickets.
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Concierge services
- Bar/lounge
- Conference space
- Restaurant
- Express check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Total number of rooms - 154
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Number of floors - 5
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Spa treatment room(s)
- Year Built 1897
- Garden
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Business center
- Coffee/tea in common areas
- Elevator/lift
- Fitness facilities
- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
- Free WiFi
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Multilingual staff
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Conference space size (feet) - 538
- Sauna
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- Fireplace in lobby
- Designated smoking areas
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Meeting rooms 2
- Porter/bellhop
- Conference center
- Conference space size (meters) - 50
- Number of meeting rooms - 2
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Self parking (surcharge)
Room Amenities
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Room service (limited hours)
- Air conditioning
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Phone
- Free local calls
- Minibar
- Coffee/tea maker
- Daily housekeeping
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Shower/tub combination
- Satellite TV service
- Iron/ironing board
- Premium bedding
- Free newspaper
- Desk
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room safe (laptop compatible)
- Flat-panel TV
- Free WiFi
- Free wired Internet
- Down comforter
- Egyptian-cotton sheets
Where to Eat
The Bar/Bistro - Breakfast includes a variety of dishes including regional specialties. International dishes are served for lunch and dinner, and drinks are served until the wee hours. The restaurant one offers al fresco dining. Occupying several rooms off the lobby, this stylish bistro has a yellow block-cut wall, white curtains, and a long bar lined with black-topped stools. The lounge has sofas, rattan armchairs, and striking obelisks above a small fireplace. Large windows in the dining room overlook the garden, where tables are set in summer.
Spa Services
- Massages
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them at check-out when you book your room.
Hotel Policies
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age is 18
Check-out time is noon
Payment types
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay
- Dogs and cats only
- 1 per room (up to 5 kg)
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
- Deposit: GBP 50.00 per stay
Optional extras
- Fee for full breakfast: GBP 14 per person (approximately)
- Self parking fee: GBP 24 per night
- Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
- Late check-out fee: GBP 50.00
Hotel Name
- K&K Hotel George
- K&K Hotel George London
- K K Hotel George London
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- K K George London
- K K George
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- k Hotel London
- K+K Hotel George London, England
- Hotel K&K George
- K&K George
- K&K George Hotel
- K&K George London
We should mention
One child 2 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
National Rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.


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HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. — Sears Holdings has appointed former Eli Lilly CIO Jeff Balagna as its new EVP and CIO. In his new role, Balagna will be responsible for all technology and infrastructure initiatives for the company in its support centers and in-store.
"Jeff is a proven executive with an analytical approach and experience in transforming complex organizations in rapidly evolving industries," said Edward S. Lampert, Sears Holdings' chairman and CEO. "Innovation and technology are cornerstones in Sears Holdings' efforts to build lasting relationships with our Shop Your Way members, and Jeff's deep expertise in information technology infrastructure, customer loyalty programs and leveraging IT as a business-enabler make him a strong addition to our team."
"Sears Holdings is at the forefront of leveraging technology and 'big data' initiatives to better understand and build its relationships with members. I welcome the opportunity to advance these efforts in support of our stores and associates," added Balagna.
Prior to Eli Lilly, Balagna spent more than five years with Carlson Companies in various capacities, including serving as CEO of Carlson Marketing, where he led the successful sale of the customer loyalty marketing company to Groupe Aeroplan, a $2 billion global marketing company. He stayed at Groupe Aeroplan to coordinate transition and integration activities, which were successfully completed in August 2011. Previously, Balagna also served as CIO and SVP at Medtronic Inc. for five years, and in increasing senior leadership positions at GE Medical Systems Americas and Ford Motor Company.
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Los Angeles, CA – Professional off road truck racer and seven-time AMA Supercross Champion Jeremy McGrath announced today that effective immediately, he is parting ways with the Stronghold Motorsports off road truck racing team. McGrath had been a member of the pro team, running a Pro-2, since 2011. Although McGrath will not race the remainder of the stops on the 2013 Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series, he will be working to put together his own race program as a team owner and driver for the 2014 season. He looks forward to being back on the track in 2014 helming his own race effort.
McGrath had this to say about his departure, "First and foremost, I would like to thank all of the Stronghold team sponsors for the opportunity. I would also like to thank my sponsors, who continue to support me through all of my race endeavors. Special thanks to everyone involved in making the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing series possible and to all of the incredible off road racing fans that come out month after month, season after season!"
McGrath added, "My focus has always been success on the track and being part of a program where racing and performance are the main objectives. That particular mission was not paramount at Stronghold Motorsports these past two years therefore, the reason for my current departure. I am now taking personal control of my racing future and looking forward to putting together a winning team for the 2014 season. I love the sport of off road truck racing and am very excited for this next chapter of my racing career."


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Title: Milton Wolff papers, 1933-1993
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Subjects: Spain -- History -- Civil War, 1936-1939, Spanish Civil War Collections (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Library)
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Spain -- History -- Civil War, 1936-1939
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Names mentioned: Moe Fischman, Juile Deutsch, Tom Lloyd, Harry Schoenberg, Toots, Hollander
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There's a whole lot of AZOG going on today, with the Bridge Direct SDCC exclusive figure and now this stunning new mini-bust from Gentle Giant. Measuring 6.75 inches tall, this sculpture is of the fearsome Orc Chieftain that invaded Moria, drove out the Dwarves, and claimed their ancestral home as his own.
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DETROIT - The American Red Cross is in urgent need of type O-negative and B-negative blood donations, and are holding blood drives at Gardner-White locations to help.
On Thursday, Jan. 24th, seven Gardner-White locations will host the blood drives.
Those locations include:
- Auburn Hills: 11am - 7:45pm 4445 N. Atlantic Blvd. Auburn Hills, MI 48326 Phone (248) 481-2108
- Canton/Plymouth: 11am - 7:45pm 39453 Ford Rd., Canton, MI 48187, Phone (734) 844-3190
- Macomb/Shelby Township: 11am - 7:45pm 45300 Hayes Rd., Macomb Twp., MI 48042, Phone (586) 566-2610
- Sterling Heights/Warren: 11am - 7:45pm 4400 E. 14 Mile Rd., Warren, MI 48092, Phone (586) 826-8300
- Waterford: 11am - 7:45pm 4945 Dixie Hwy., Waterford, MI 48329, Phone (248) 674-8990
Mobile Unit locations:
- Novi: 1:30 - 7pm 43525 West Oaks Dr. Novi, MI 48377, Phone (248) 481-2106
- Taylor: 1:30 - 7pm 7680 S. Telegraph Rd., Taylor, MI 48180 Phone (313) 295-1820
Those who donate during the blood drive will be given a $50 gift certificate good on purchases at Gardner-White. Also, each store is giving away a 51" TV in a drawing to participants.
To donate, you must be at least 17 years old, and weigh at least 110 pounds. You also need to pass physical and health history reviews prior to donating. There is no upper age limit to donate. Conditions that require a temporary deferral are pregnancy, travel to certain parts of the world, inoculations, some health conditions and certain medications.
Call 1-800-REDCROSS or visit www.redcross.org to get answers to specific eligibility questions you may have. Final eligibility is determined by medical professionals at the time of donation.
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Time Running Out to Enter Big Time Texas Hunts
AUSTIN, Texas -The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is reminding Texas hunters to enter this year's Big Time Texas Hunts by the October 15th deadline. Winners will be called before the end of October to give them time to make their hunting trip preparations.
The Big Time Texas Hunts offer hunters a chance to experience the best hunting packages in the Lone Star State with an opportunity to win one or more top guided hunts with food and lodging provided, as well as taxidermy in some cases.
The crown jewel of the program is the Texas Grand Slam hunt package, which includes four separate hunts for Texas' most prized big game animals — the desert bighorn sheep, white-tailed deer, mule deer and pronghorn antelope. There are several quality whitetail hunt packages available, as well as opportunities to pursue alligator, exotic big game, waterfowl and upland game birds.
Last year, Tommy H. Bridgers from Duncanville was selected the Big Time Texas Hunts winner in the Texas Grand Slam category.
"They advertise this as a hunt of a lifetime and I would agree," exclaimed Bridgers upon returning from three days of hunting desert bighorn sheep in the rugged mountains of West Texas. "This was probably the most physically demanding hunt I've ever been on, but it was also the most rewarding. I would never have the resources to buy a desert bighorn hunt, so I got mine the lucky way!"
Entries are available online at tpwd.texas.gov/bigtime for $9 an entry or for $10 at retail locations where licenses are sold or by phone at (800) 895-4248.
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The Big Time Texas Hunts generates hundreds of thousands of dollars each year, with proceeds dedicated to providing more public hunting opportunity and to funding wildlife conservation and research programs in Texas.
"This is something I've participated in over the last five years, but I never gave it a thought that I'd win," said Bridgers. "It has really added a new aspect to my hunting and just goes to show sometimes good things happen."
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KANSAS CITY, Mo.—During the Dust Bowl of the 1930s, approximately 80 percent of the U.S. was in a moderate to extreme drought, and during 2012, at the drought peak, about 65 percent of the U.S. was in moderate to extreme drought, according to Brian Fuchs, climatologist with the National Drought Mitigation Center, School of Natural Resources, University of Nebraska.
Drought to some degree was in at least isolated spots of every state in 2012 for the first time in history, he said during an educational presentation during the opening day of Ag Connect, the agricultural machinery show.
"We are going to be talking about drought for much of 2013 as little relief is being projected," Fuchs said. "A lot of areas are going to go into this spring planting season with a deficit. We are seeing it already with winter wheat, and it is going to continue unless we see changes."
Fuchs said even with predictions of lower precipitation, we shouldn't lose faith that a major change could occur. "With the weather, I think everyone is smart enough to know that nothing is ever set in stone, as we saw a 100-year flood on the Missouri Basin followed by a historical drought. We have seen both ends of the spectrum."
There was no strong signal of the severity that the drought would reach going into 2012. He provided examples of the drought beginning in 2010 and progressing in different areas of the country. In October 2010, about 12 percent of the U.S. was in drought, most of it in the Southeast. As September 2011 began, about 33 percent of the U.S. was in drought but the area had moved to the Lower Plains, Texas and west with 88 percent of Texas and 69 percent of Oklahoma in drought.
January 2012 had 32 percent of the U.S. in drought with Texas and Georgia being the hardest hit states, and quite rapidly the drought spread to the Central and Northern Plaines so that 65 percent of the country was in a drought condition as of September 2012. As of early January 2013, the drought had subsided only a small amount to cover about 58 percent of the U.S.
Fuchs said the spread of the drought was referred to as a "flash drought" similar to a flash flood. What impacted the situation as much as a lack of precipitation was the high temperatures and high winds that occurred.
"As in 2010 and 2011, drought can be very intense but isolated. In 2010 and 2011, it was very intense over Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma to part of Louisiana, but it stayed down there. In 2012 and 2013, we saw drought explode with a large spatial footprint. Even the Hawaiian islands, which you think of as lush, green tropical paradise has had drought; the big island of Maui has been in a three-year drought," he said.
"The first year of drought we see much of the impact to agriculture, but as you go forward, you start to see more impacts to water supply and availability for municipal water supplies. Those that use individual wells start having issues and require deeper wells. A lot of problems arise as you go past that first year. Think about it; we haven't even been in one year of drought for the Midwest and Central Plains. It started back in June. We are not even talking 12 full months of drought yet. Some of those areas in Texas and Oklahoma are having some serious water problems with municipal water availability," Fuchs noted.
As a conclusion, he spent quite a bit of time saying farmers and ranchers need to plan alternatives to their operations as drought might appear to be possible and continuing for a long period. Fuchs said, "Planning and monitoring conditions is important both before and during a drought episode. I hope you take away that I should be thinking about the next drought today. Even if I'm not in drought, I should be considering a plan; what am I going to do on my operation and how would a drought impact me."


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Taymar Pixley, lynda.com live action director, shares her team's experiences after working on our new time management course.
Time management is something that I have always struggled with personally, so I was a little nervous about directing the course Time Management Fundamentals, which released to the lynda.com Online Training Library® this week. I imagined that the author, productivity expert Dave Crenshaw, would be a highly organized, type-A personality who might look down on my less-organized self.
I was pleasantly surprised to find that Dave is a very down-to-earth, approachable person. He has had his own struggles with staying organized, and these led to his success in creating such an effective system and teaching it to others who struggle with the same problems.
What a relief it was for me to realize that Dave wasn't a naturally organized perfectionist teaching principles that would never work for someone like me. Because Dave is a renowned author, presenter, and consultant on the topic, I took every opportunity to glean as much information as I could from him while we worked together to create this course. And since I figured everyone on the crew would probably also benefit from Dave's expertise, I asked Dave to assign us a bit of homework each day of the two-week shoot based on the movies we had shot that day. We learned a lot, and I asked the crew to share some of their favorite tips they picked up while working on this course.
The team's tips
My favorite tip from Dave is something that is not in the course, but that he mentioned to me in conversation. Since Dave works at home, he schedules a half an hour at the end of his work day to play video games. This allows him to switch gears so that he can be really present for his wife and children. I think that this is a great tip for anyone who works at home or who has trouble turning their brain off after a long work day.
Swtiching gears and making time
Working on this course was really life-changing for me. The weekend after we finished I bought supplies and set out to apply some of the principles that I learned. I have a seven year old whose room was out of control. Together we gathered everything that was out of place, and created a home for it just as I had learned from the course. It was an amazing transformation, and since then my son has been able to keep his room organized because everything has a place. (Content manager Bonnie Bills recently blogged about how she too was able to apply the techniques in the course to her home life as well as her work life.)
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Raksha wrote:daverupa wrote:For a modern approach which sees a Western empiricist practicing Chinese exercises and seeing Hindu gods, try reading Path Notes.
(It takes me back about 15 years; these are some old neurons firing to call up these titles; the single tattoo I have is related to Path Notes adventures...)
Sensei Glenn Morris R.I.P.
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The City of Novi has issued a mandatory "boil water" notice in several regions because of a recent water main break in the area.
All residents north of 12 Mile Road and east of East Lake Drive, Old Novi Road and Novi Road -- sections 1, 2, 11, and 12 -- are urged to boil their water for at least five minutes for cooking and drinking purposes.
Novi's Department of Public Services continues to work to resolve the issue. Representatives hope water will be safe again by Saturday.
The necessary tests of water are being done at this time, said officials Thursday.
Public Services hopes to lift certain areas soon and asks that Novi residents stay tuned throughout the day, according to Water and Sewer Manager Scott Roselle.
Anyone with questions can contact the Novi Department of Public Works at 248-735-5640.


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Bhikkhu Pesala wrote:Maybe its time to give up fishing and make a greater commitment to Buddhism?
Thai fisherman pants are lightweight unisex trousers that are made very wide in the waist, one size fits all. The additional material is wrapped around the waist and tied to form a belt. They are usually made of cotton or rayon. Although traditionally used by fishermen in Thailand, they have become popular among others for casual, beach, and exercise wear as well as for backpackers and pregnancy.
Thai fisherman pants are nearly identical to the traditional attire of Intha males, who live on Inlay Lake of Myanmar. They are known in Burmese as Shan baun-mi.
bodom wrote:Bhante
Fisherman pants are popular among meditators as they are very light and thin.
Bhikkhu Pesala wrote:bodom wrote:Bhante
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Dear Members,
Come fly with me to Moscow, Russia with love!
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I still remember my first SAS flight approaching Moscow, we all would look at St Petersburg and The Kremlin down below, we had to annouce on the loud speaker that passengers were not allowed to take pictures, just only looked
at the beautiful Moscow Landmarks "The Kremlin" and "St Petersburg" etc. When we landed at Sheremetyevo
International Airport. A handsome Russian man in uniform came in to check passports for passengers who would like to
go to the transit lounge. SAS stopped there 40 mins for new food catering/cabin cleaned/fuel etc.
Then the SAS station manager "Maunuum" came in with 3 yellow watermelons, said.. for all of us. It was the first time I saw and tasted yellow watermelon, not so sweet but quite good. Maunuum was a cheerful guy tall/blond/ handsome. A lady passenger asked me to take her picture with Maunuum and the Russian guy in uniform...they smiled nicely for the 2 pictures.
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Moscow the capital of Russia those days was quite strict at the airport. We couldn't go beyond the transit lounge unless we had engine trouble, indefinite delay for long long time..but never happened with my flights for almost 8 yrs.
So I never got a chance to tour Moscow.
After 40 mins..time to fly again to Copenhagen and we got to eat Russian foods/desserts/fruits...yummy yummo!!
I love Russian Chicken a la Kiev and beautifully decorated Kremlin icecream-cake..WOW!!
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Wesley1982 wrote:asunthatneversets wrote:And what would constitute a legitimate guru suggestion from jesus? Perhaps he's already showing you.
If that is true - then I could turn the home office into a place of devotion to studies and ritual meditation.
But of course. Lots of people do. Let wherever you are and wherever you go be your place of devotion to studies and ritual meditation. For example, one of the goals of dzogchen is to get to the point where you can effortlessly remain in the natural state at all times, even during sleep.


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Loving the ticket sales info!Great Expectations: Pacers fans plan on watching a winner this season
by Mike Wells
The Indiana Pacers enjoyed being the overachieving, blue-collar team that went toe-to-toe with the NBA's heavyweights last season.
It was that mindset -- and coach Frank Vogel's sometimes over the top optimism -- that helped the team finish with the fifth-best record in the league and brought back a buzz in the city that had not existed for years.
The optimism has carried over to the upcoming season. Training camp commences later this week.
"Our ticket sales are going very strong," Pacers Sports and Entertainment President Jim Morris said. "At this point, we've had more ticket package sales than we had the entire season last year. Our ticket sales across the board are 27-28 percent higher than last year at this point. The renewal rate has been going very well."
But the days of the Pacers sneaking up on teams have passed. They are no longer playing with a chip on their shoulder looking for respect. They don't need Vogel to pull out one of his motivational gimmicks.
The Pacers are expected to be one of the top teams in the Eastern Conference. They'll be looked at more as the hunted than the hunter.
And now that they've reached that point, there's no turning back for them, only going forward.
Going back won't sit well for a fan base that has waited for this time to arrive.
"I believe we're right there," Vogel said. "With our experience and continuity, I believe we can take the next step and challenge for the championship."
There's Vogel being Vogel with an eyebrow-raising positive comment.
The Pacers -- and any other team in the Eastern Conference -- will have a difficult time reaching the NBA Finals as long as LeBron James and Dwyane Wade are together in South Beach.
The building process, which was started by former President Larry Bird, is on track.
The Pacers reached the first round of the playoffs in 2011. They advanced to the second round last season after compiling a 42-24 record, third-best in the East.
Their next step, ideally, would be to get home-court advantage in the first two rounds and reach the conference finals for the first time since 2004.
But that won't be easy.
With the Heat clearly the best team in the East, the Pacers will compete with Boston, Brooklyn (formerly New Jersey) and New York for the second seed.
>> Boston surrounded future Hall of Famers Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett with a better core group.
>> Brooklyn re-signed All-Star point guard Deron Williams, acquired former All-Star Joe Johnson and improved its bench.
>> The Knicks are a mystery, but they remain dangerous with Carmelo Anthony and Amare Stoudemire.
"We're going to have our work cut out for us," Vogel said. "We're going to have to work every day, every minute, but I think this group has the mindset that they're ready to start competing for a championship."
The Pacers didn't make any headlines during the offseason.
They re-signed starters Roy Hibbert and George Hill and believe they improved their bench, which was their goal.
The Pacers think their continuity and the continued growth of Hibbert and Paul George will help carry them this season.
"Our chemistry helped us win a lot of games last season," Pacers general manager Kevin Pritchard said.
"We feel like the chemistry will be even better this season and hopefully help us get more wins. We've got to continue the momentum we built because the East is going to be tough. There were a number of teams who improved by making trades or signing free agents. We're going to have our hands full every single game."
The Chicago Bulls looked like they would own the division for years with do-everything point guard Derrick Rose leading the way.
But the division is the Pacers' to lose because Rose is expected to miss a significant portion of the season due to a knee injury suffered in the playoffs last season.
"I'm excited every year, but the reason I'm more excited than usual this year is because I really think this team is better than where we finished last season," Vogel said. "That's a fun thing going in every night feeling like your team is going to win."
The Pacers' fans are excited, too, and they expect an even better season.
"We kept our most important players, the bench looks like it will be better and more fun to watch and Paul George should be better than he was last year, too," Mark Stamper, 28, New Castle, said. "So I think we'll have a better shot at upsetting Miami this year, and if they can do that, a championship isn't out of the question. I'm very excited about this season."
Tony Laurenzana, 26, Bedford, concurred.
"This year, we have a training camp, full preseason and our starting five from the playoffs returning," he said. "They have experience and the ability to win. We will be good. I'm looking forward to the Fieldhouse to be packed, and not just because they added a big-screen TV."


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Photo Gallery: Pets & Interiors
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Photo Gallery: Pets & Interiors
A fresh coat of paint updates old cabinets.
We know pets love to be in the kitchen helping to supervise meal preparation. The corner cabinet has a special bed for the homeowner's Pekingese dogs so they don't get underfoot, but can watch all the action.
A pair of potted orange trees sit on the counter for an unexpected touch of greenery.
Homeowner Sasha Seymour's kitchen is a true showpiece with a fireplace oven and double fridges. Light pours in from an oversized skylight, illuminating the brass hardware. As Sasha prepares dinner, her dog Cleo happily pads around on herringbone wood floors that look as though they belong in a pre-war New York apartment or Parisian pied-à-terre.
Find more inspiration in our photo galleries of Rooms With Warm Metal Accents and Pets & Interiors. Plus, watch a tour of Sasha's retro-inspired townhouse on Online TV.
An open-concept room allows pets to roam freely.
The Murdoch Mysteries star and his family enjoy entertaining so an open-concept room was created by designer Eric McClelland. Brianna (left), Mikaela (back right) and Dominique Bisson sit around the family's handmade reclaimed-pine table. Clear chairs keep sight lines open to views outside.
See more pets & interiors in our photo gallery.
Low, understated furniture maintains sight lines through a space.
Rustic walls and floors are inviting for visiting pets. Overstuffed furnishing makes the living room designed by Karen Cole seem less fussy and more pet-friendly.
Wood detailing adds warmth.
A cosy carpet is a welcoming spot for this golden retriever who likes to spend time relaxing with his owner, designer Ingrid Oomen.
Organize collections in like groups.
A series of photos by John Massey is one of the most coveted pieces in Dan Molenaar and Diane Young-Molenaar's collections. Their Jack Russell terrier, Beatrice, is at ease among Dansk Cast Iron candleholders, designed by Jens Quistgaard in the 1950s and '60s. The couple contrast these with the clear glass curves of circa-1930s Primula apothecary jars by Jacob Bang.
See more pets & interiors in our photo gallery.
A pared-down, masculine look.
With a slim chaise longue in chocolate brown and contemporary art, this nook is a favourite of this sleepy Weimaraner.
Homeowners Krista and Chris Cooper renovated this Whistler chalet to accommodate their family of four.
Warm, neutral fabrics, durable wood furniture and a textured rug are dog- and kid-friendly. "I love having kids running around and we encourage all of our friends to bring their pets," says Krista. An open-concept living-dining area allows them to spend more quality time together.
Get more decorating ideas in our Family Friendly Homes photo gallery.
Stone walls, sheepskin and a vintage Judy create a flawless country look.
Seen here taking a break from the great outdoors, Pushkin, graphic designer Carmen Dunjko's tuxedo cat, stretches out on a sheepskin.
Leather is a an easy-to-clean option for homes with pets.
The cosy study in this lovely country home has a feel of a long-established space thanks to its handsome white-pine panelling and trim, pastoral artwork and leather chair — which the owners' dachshunds have appropriated as their own.
The living room's extra-tall fireplace is a showstopper.
Interior designer Christie Hansen designed the living room's slender matching coffee tables — which can be pushed together as one — to ease movement through the space; they're also easier to reach from the sofas. Architect Jim Pearson took his inspiration for the 22-foot reclaimed barnboard ceiling from old Ontario barns. Its rustic beams are a fitting counterpoint to the elegant furniture.
See more photos of this gorgeous country home in our photo gallery.
For more lighting options, see our Statement Lighting photo gallery.
Slipcovers and pine shelving offer budget-savvy style.
Toronto designer Barb Purdy wanted to spruce up her Parry Sound cottage on a budget. She opted for custom linen slipcovers to cover her old furniture instead of buying a new sofa, installed pine built-ins in lieu of hardwood bookcases, and hung several bamboo blinds instead of splurging on custom window coverings. The result? A warm and inviting space with a customized look and loads of storage.
For more, see our Traditional Cottages photo gallery, Cottages & Country Houses photo gallery or Pets & Interiors photo gallery.
Use a corner in a living room as an office.
Lindsi Mandelbaum and Lorne Rose live in an 1,100-square-foot Toronto townhouse, and had to maximize space in their tiny living room. This back corner by the patio doors seemed like the perfect spot for a small desk and a piece of statement art — a gift for Lindsi originally featured on the show Gossip Girl. Their white cat has claimed the chair as a spot to bird watch.
See more Pets & Interiors in our photo gallery.
Organize books by hue for a tidy, uncluttered look.
Albert the Lab rests on a rug by the new built-in bookshelf in the entry and cuts a handsome figure next to the soft, green colour.
Bold stripes liven up an otherwise traditional living room design.
Inquisitive cat Mango sits perched among a collection of objects d'art and unique finds including an obelisk, a cow skull, coral and a cow hide pillow.
The designer/baker in her Vancouver living room.
West coast interior designer Rosie Daykin followed her dreams of baking full-time and opened Butter Baked Goods. Here she is at home enjoying a slice of cake with her kitty. The neutral sofa and mirrored console in the background make her living room seem even larger.
See the rest of this home in our photo gallery, plus see more Pets & Interiors.
Make a collection stand out against a boldly painted feature wall.
Vancouver designer April Tidey's stencilled wall pattern, found in the kitchen sitting area, lends an exotic feel to this space. The tortoise shell and two types of coral came from an antique shop. On the couch sits April's lovable pug, guarding a quirky owl throw pillow.
See more pets in our Pets & Interiors photo gallery. Plus, see other photos of Tidey's cabin and loft and more orange rooms in our photo gallery.
The key to a lively yet coherent look lies in layering plaids with complementary tones.
In this cosy corner, drapery sporting a classic bright-red tartan forms an arresting backdrop for a wide armless chair covered in moody blue-green plaid. A toss pillow picks up on the tones of both main tartans, while a throw featuring large grey and white checks tempers it all. Rounding out the British look are leather riding boots and a well-groomed white Westie borrowed from former H&H editor Stephanie White.
See more pets in our Pets & Interiors photo gallery.
For more lighting options, see our Statement Lighting photo gallery.
Paint window frames for a contemporary hit.
Curled up near a graphic citrine pillow, homeowner Tanya Linton's Calico enjoys an afternoon nap. The freshly painted 1950s-style living room windows bring sunlight that makes the cat's nap extra cosy.
A bookcase filled with leather-bound books adds elegance in this old world style space.
A clean white palette keeps the look current and fresh while a leather wingback chair elevates the room. A decorative chair with flared legs can be used as extra seating and is more airy than an upholstered piece.
See more Pets & Interiors in our photo gallery.
Kaili Zevenbergen's tiny Vancouver studio features dramatic colours against a mostly white backdrop.
This cat has no trouble making itself comfortable on the back of a roll-arm sofa, a piece in this Moroccan vibe living space.
An airy glass, chrome and painted-wood desk tucked into a bay window creates a serene home office.
An English bulldog takes centre-stage in this library and office despite the clear views from bay windows. A large rug was added to make sure that the pooch wouldn't damage wood flooring.
Start with a white envelope and add colour.
Textile designer Beth Poulter tests out fabrics on her bed to see how they hold up to wear and tear from her rescue dog, Geronimo, who likes to nestle in for daytime naps.
Let sleeping dogs lie.
Designer April Tidey has no qualms about letting her pug get comfortable amongst the throw pillows on her bed.
A simple and classic masculine look.
An American Cocker Spaniel enjoys the comforts of plush, pinstripe pillows and bedding.
Choose white frames for a contemporary look.
2010's second place design contest winner Alia Nicola's dog poses proudly atop a bench at the end of the bed. His collar, and framed photos behind him, add subtle colour to the room's mostly white palette.
A chartreuse throw adds a pop of colour.
In Vancouver designer Peter Wilds' sky-high condo, large picture windows with views of the city take centre stage. The principal bedroom is kept simple and uncluttered. The low bed frame is a counterpoint to the wooden deer heads high on the wall — creating contrast and interest. His cat looks right at home on the soft bedding.
See more Pets & Interiors in our photo gallery.
A teenage girl gets the star treatment in this sophisticated space.
The gold-toned bed, Andy Warhol print and honey-hued tabby are a warm contrast to the black and white furniture and linens for a graphic-meets-glamorous look.
Custom furniture provides smart storage in this small apartment.
Designer Brad Ford deftly carved out an oasis of calm amid the chaos of urban living. In his New York City bedroom, his dog Turbo relaxes on the low bed, which features built-in end tables and reading lamps, designed to fit snugly under the window.
See more of Brad Ford's Apartment, plus find more inspiration in our photo gallery of 10 Small Bedrooms.
Use an occasional chair as a bedside table.
Michael Penney transformed this $40 junk-store find into a perfect piece to break up a too-matchy bedroom set. Ensure the seat meets the mattress height or the chair might look off-scale. For extra pop, set a neutral chair against a bold accent wall like this lawn green hue. Stewart the dog seems to like the look.
Learn this DIY Chair Makeover.
See more Pets & Interiors in our photo gallery.
A tangerine Hermès throw pops against white bedding.
Fashion veteran Paul Sinclaire's bedroom reflects his parter's love of old world English elegance without excessive details — apart from the couples' three Brittany spaniels.
See more pets in our Pets & Interiors photo gallery. Plus, see other photos of Paul's interiors.
A home with pets doesn't have to compromise style.
Suzanne is a true animal lover who knows how to design a beautiful home while keeping pets in mind. Here, Suzanne cuddles with cat Diego in her old home's warm and feminine principal bedroom.
This principal bathroom was raised slightly to define the space.
Jake, a 12-year-old yellow Lab, makes himself comfortable on an antique Persion rug chosen to add warmth and a pop of colour.
A wood ladder leading to a ceiling attic-inspired opening functions as a bookshelf and cat toy.
A wood ladder is a perfect complement to a stark white bathroom and is even better as a climbing, and lounging, space for a friendly cat.
White and red accents make for a cheerful foyer.
This boxer terrier can keep a watchful eye on the front door from his bed. The red bed is treated as a colourful accent, along with a felt-covered pouf from Vancouver Special.
A spiral staircase adds sculptural appeal.
When homeowner and artistic director of Canada Blooms Colomba Fuller and Beta, her Schnauzer-Maltese mix, arrive home from a walk they are greeted by her beautiful art collection.
Allow room for stand-alone furniture.
In The Real Housewives of Vancouver star Mary Zilba's weekend home, freestanding pieces, like this desk, give her room to create and her dog room to move.
Warm up a white room with a brass captain's mirror.
A white lab looks right at home on a graphic rug which breaks up the dark hardwood. Handsome architectural moulding and two matching light fixtures keep this space bright yet grounded.
Large built-ins create cosy nooks for the owners' pets.
The 12' x 15' mudroom doubles as the dog room and houses a spot for each dog to sleep. Cubbies and open shelves help corral all the entrance's clutter. To keep the space fresh, air is piped into the area, keeping odours to a minimum.
Where space permits, add extra garden nooks.
Keep relaxation spaces simple, with luxurious furniture and easy-to-maintain flooring like Astroturf. The huge sofa from Jardin de Ville looks like it just came in from Miami Beach and invites relaxation — even for four legged friends. A pergola adds a sense of enclosure without blocking the sun, and a solid railing topped with a boxwood-filled planter enhances the secluded feel.
See more pets & interiors in our photo gallery.
Streamline storage spaces in entryways with clever built-ins.
House & Home editor Suzanne Dimma's back entryway serves as a drop-off spot for daily necessities when entering or leaving the house. Custom-designed built-in units by the door provide extra storage, but have an unusual inspiration: "This whole construction is for litter boxes," says Suzanne. Holes cut in the bottom section allow her cats to enter and exit while concealing the litter boxes.
See more rooms from Suzanne's new house, plus her old house, in our gallery of Suzanne's houses.
A practical room devoted to six furry friends.
This rural Ontario home was designed to accommodate the homeowners' large family and canine companions. A half-door leading into the dog room-mudroom keeps the owners' furry friends in place, without them being entirely closed off. The room also leads outside to the pool area and a big outdoor dog area.
See more pets in our Pets & Interiors photo gallery. Also, see more photos of this Gorgeous Country Home in our photo gallery.
A large lawn lets pets explore.
The yard is a favourite spot for Pongo, one of the family's two dogs. A watchful eye can be kept on fido from the private second floor terrace that has clear views to the garden through the glass railing.
Make the whole family comfortable.
Designer and owner of Angus & Company Michael Angus's Portuguese water dog enjoys lake views while reclining on a white wicker and gingham chair.
See more pets & interiors in our photo gallery.
Chic plastic furniture is weather and dog-proof.
Interior designer Christine Ralphs loves to lounge on her back patio with her wire fox terrier Bitsy. Decorated in her trademark black-and-white colour palette, this outdoor sitting area — outfitted with Philippe Starck's polypropylene Bubble Club Sofa — requires little upkeep.
See more pets in our Pets & Interiors photo gallery.
A dog as sleek as the stylist's home.
Design guru Arren Williams loves to take Spot, his two-tone whippet, out for long walks through the city. Although the rambunctious pup had a few bad habits to break — such as chewing holes through rugs — Arren managed to keep his home stylish and clean.
See more pets in our Pets & Interiors photo gallery. Also, see interiors of Arren's modern-electic homes in our photo gallery.
A sturdy basket is this cat's new favourite resting spot.
This handsome fellow is Suzanne's cat, Po. He loves to keep her company in the kitchen, especially when she brings in new props for him to perch on.
This lovable lab spends hours outdoors.
When H&H's Mark Challen isn't renovating his gorgeous home, he loves to take Bentley, his flat coated Retriever for a run in the park. Although blind, Bentley is always up for a game of fetch!
Get a glimpse of Mark's gorgeous home as he takes us through a video tour of his kitchen renovation. Plus, see more pets in our Pets & Interiors photo gallery.
This gorgeous feline keeps up with the latest interior trends.
Elaine Hogg — author and avid H&H reader — shares her love for our magazine with her cat Angus. Here, Angus studies the May 2010 issue for decorating inspiration.
A tropical-inspired paint colour.
H&H.com's associate editor Gwen McAuley painted over a bold red accent wall with this bright turquoise hue in her principal bedroom. Behr's Intense Teal (S-G-490) was the perfect shade — not too blue and not too green. The warm grey organic matelassé duvet and shams from West Elm keep the room from looking too summery. Charlie the cat loves lounging on the foot of the bed.
Read Gwen's blog post about this bedroom makeover.
See more Pets & Interiors in our photo gallery.
A perfect, cushy nook to catch a quick snooze.
Tomba, Suzanne's fluffy Turkish Angora, loves napping in her workspace. Here, Tomba enjoys the soft textures of Suzanne's latest fabric samples.
See more pets in our Pets & Interiors photo gallery.
A textured rug creates a cosy spot for lounging.
H&H photo editor Leslie Williams makes sure her Chihuahua mix, Pony, is involved in all decorating decisions. Here, Pony carefully inspects the weave of Leslie's new Persian rug.
The cats check out the new yard after having just moved into her current home.
"I can't imagine living in my home without my beautiful cats Z, Tomba, Acorn and Po," says Suzanne. Having once lived with five cats and a Westie, Suzanne knows how to deal with furniture damage, mess and unsightly litter boxes. Read more about her tips and tricks on living with pets in this blog post.
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The newly-cleared Silex™ system allows for fusion and stabilization of the SI joint in eligible patients whom appropriate non-surgical treatment has failed. The device can be placed through a small incision, and incorporates a proprietary dual-pitch compression-thread design and titanium plasma coating to stabilize the SI joint in fusion procedures. The design of the implant allows for bone graft to be introduced into the joint and implant in order to achieve a solid fusion.
Unlike some recently-introduced SI arthroplasty-type systems which are not compatible with direct bone grafting of the SI joint space, the Silex™ is a true bony fusion and arthrodesis system. The implant and instrumentation suite allows for direct exposure and preparation of the SI joint surface, placement of bone graft into the SI joint space under direct visualization, and placement of bone graft directly within the Silex™ implant itself.
"Sacroiliac dysfunction is an important cause of pain and disability which has, until recently, been underdiagnosed and undertreated," states David Kirschman M.D., a former spine surgeon and President and CEO of X-spine. "The Silex™ system achieves an efficient fixation of the SI joint while respecting the established principles of bone grafting and fusion to create long-term stability." The system was developed with intensive surgeon input with the goal of maximizing the efficiency and performance of the sacroiliac fusion procedure.
X-spine will be exhibiting the new Silex™ system, along with its complete line of spinal devices, at the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons Meeting in Chicago, March 20th through 22nd.
The Silex™ SI joint fusion system joins X-spine's continually expanding portfolio of innovative spinal devices, including the AXLE™ Interspinous Fusion System, Certex™ Cervico-thoracic Fixation System, the CALIX PC™ Titanium-coated Intervertebral Fusion System, the FIXCET™ Facet Fixation System, the FORTEX™ and X90™ Pedicle Screw Systems, the SPIDER™ Cervical Plating System, and the HGRAFT™ Spinal Allograft System.
Founded in 2003, privately-held X-spine Systems, Inc. (www.x-spine.com) designs and manufactures surgical implants and instrumentation for use in spinal surgery. With facilities in Ohio and the Netherlands, X-spine brings its philosophy of inventive products, simplicity of design, and intuitive function to spine surgeons and patients worldwide.
X-spine Systems, Inc.
Daniel Abromowitz, 937-847-8400
Director of Sales and Marketing


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Lowriding has introduced auto enthusiasts to many revolutionary ideas in the arena of car customization, and one of the most unique and exciting has been the advent of personal hydraulic systems. These ingenious modifications are used to magically levitate entire automobiles off of the ground. Naturally, this idea has blossomed into a phenomenon in which car builders compete to see which car can get up the highest, and which car can shimmy the hardest. This competition has become known as the hop and dance competition, and it remains one of the most anticipated events at every LRM car show. This year's competition held four categories, as well as strict criteria for those looking to qualify, ensuring that only the elite of the elite were showcased in the hop pit as special guests and competitors.
Announcer Kid Jay's voice echoed throughout the blacktop, as he introduced the line of contestants who were ready to tear up the asphalt for the big crowd on hand. After the introduction, the first competitors to enter the hop pit were from the Double Pump Class. The first to hit the switches was Black Magic Hydraulics' very own Ron Eggers, who hit a whopping 76 inches in his custom built '87 Cutlass. This would be enough to take home the bragging rights, while runner-up in the class went to John Valdez's white '64 Impala, which hit a respectable 60 inches on its highest hop.
As the double pump cars were escorted out of the hop pit, Car Dancer Juan Chavoya took center stage with his custom painted '87 Cutlass, and tore it up for the crowd with his singular car dance exhibition. The louder the crowd cheered, the harder Juan would hit the switches, making the car hop front, back, side to side, The crowd went even crazier as Juan got the Cutlass around the world two times. For a grand finale, he pancaked the car close to 6 feet in the air, with all four tires out of the gown, fully extended.
Next up, the Single Pump Class saw the return of Ron Eggers, who almost missed the chance to compete, as he had a problem with his rear cylinders. Ever the competitor, Ron fixed them in less than a minute and was ready to go. Feeding off the energy from this near catastrophe, he hit the switch on the '87 Mazda, and hopped an amazing 83 inches despite the technical difficulties. Ariel Avila took on the challenge and got the best of Ron, blasting his '88 Mazda up 89 inches, and taking home first place in the Single Pump category.
The final category for the day was the Radical Hop, in which five competitors went head to head. After a coin toss and a small game of Rock, Paper, Scissors, Alfred Carr went first in the pit. Alfred, known as "Big Al," dazzled the crowd by sending his '85 El Camino up 94 inches with a few hits to the switch. Though Big Al had set the bar high, Timothy Flores' daughter stepped in unfazed, and sent her Black '63 Impala soaring for a respectable 89 inches. Ron Eggers '88 Monte Carlo peaked at only 72 inches, before it was quickly crippled, suffering a blown-out front tire after landing hard on the asphalt. Michel Moreno's '60 Impala cop car hit for a little bit over 80 inches, before he switched cars, trying again in his '85 Mazda, that unfortunately broke down after a few hops.
After the dust settled and the smoke cleared, Kid Jay announced the winner, and crowned Alfred Carr the victor in the Radical Hop. Big Al accepted a last-minute, head-to-head hop off with Ron Eggars, and bested him with his El Camino, proving to the crowd that he rightly deserved his crown. After watching this year's hop competition, it's easy to see why this part of the LRM Show draws in so many fans. If you missed the San Bernardino hop this year, make sure you mark your calendars to catch the frame crushing action at the next LRM Show.


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