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At 34 hours in length, this is quite an undertaking, but there's no one better qualified than Simon Vance to lead us through this audio journey. He parses the author's long sentences well, pausing sufficiently to make the details easy to follow while still maintaining a quick enough pace to keep the story going. Most enjoyable is his voicing of the myriad characters who appear in the narrative - and characters they certainly are. Vance times their occasionally hilarious exchanges especially well. All of this is delivered in a manner that suggests that Vance revels in Dickens's prose and sly humor, and the listener cannot help but revel along with him. Three cheers for Vance - and not the least for his stamina!
In David Copperfield - the novel he described as his "favorite child" - Dickens drew revealingly on his own experiences to create one of his most exuberant and enduringly popular works, filled with tragedy and comedy in equal measure.
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Wow, was I ever. This was the first Dickens I read "voluntarily". It is well appreciated in my present reading. I know there is another reading of this story on Audible & I am here to say that I couldn't be happier w/ Simon Vance's version. From his "Maser Davey" of Mr Peggotty to his villanous "Copperfield" of Uriah Heap, Mr Vance is up for the duty of telling this increible story. I went to this book after listening to "The Last Dickens", purchashed here on Audible. That book introduced me to the American Superstar that was Charles Dickens. Could you just imagine waiting for these monthly installments in 1850? This book is a flawless study of all that humanity has to offer. Charles Dickens was able to put a masterpiece together in masterful pieces. Treat your spirit to this novel. It will give you the strength of the ages. Some things are simply timeless.
"Simply Amazing"
I was admittedly intimidated by the length of this work and have passed reading this book in the past. However, my like of all things Dickens drove me to purchase this book and I have to say, it is one of the most delightful reads in my experience. Simon Vance is an amazing narrator and brings this story to life. The story is so full of richness and experience. I highly recommend this book.
"Excellent presentation of a great story."
Not much to say about Dickens or "David Copperfield." It's a classic. It's one of his greatest works, full of sharp, vivid characters and subtle emotions that take many chapters to bloom. Amazing work. A student of writing can examine this the rest of their life and never put a finger on exactly how Dickens succeeds in leading the story to the powerful conclusions and climaxes it reaches. At times it is literally, quite literally, breathtaking.
Simon Vance is an excellent reader and handles this book well. No complaints at all. My own opinion is that Robert Whitfield manages Dickens just a little bit better, with a slightly more insightful nuance at points. I couldn't explain that if I had to, but that's my impression. Whitfield doesn't read this one, and Vance is exceptional and lively and handles the complex prose superbly.
Si hoc legere scis nimium eruditionis habes.
"Truly inspired."
Incredible English classic read by a most gifted narrator. I honestly became quite sad when the story was ending. Most highly recommended.
"Great classic story narrated perfectly"
Excellent story, excellent narrator. Charles Dickens' story brought to life.
I write for myself, for my own pleasure. And I want to be left alone to do it. - Salinger ^(;,;)^
"More saints per capita than any book by Butler"
'David Copperfield' contains more saints per capita than any beatified book by Butler. Dickens is amazing in his ability to be both grand and personal. 'David Copperfield' is sprawling, with dozens of threads that weave around David Copperfield's youth and adulthood. IT is amazing not only how he can transform a character through time, but also show that our perceptions of those same characters are drawn often from imperfect information and overly simple assumptions. Yes, there are parts of 'David Copperfield' that float between the melodramatic and the grotesque, but one doesn't read Dickens for the unmoving, normal or embellished. There are a handful of novels that I would consider to be the literary equivalent of scripture: 'Les Miserables', 'the Idiot', 'Anna Karenina', and for sure 'David Copperfield'.
There are several moments in 'David Copperfield' when, as a reader, you recognize you will never be half the writer Dickens was (on deadline). He might just be second to Shakespeare in my book, or at least be among a small cadre of writers that belong on the silver pedestal below the Bard.
This isn't as technically perfect as 'Great Expectations', but it is top tier Dickens for sure. A massive novel that floats with the weight of a beach read half its size. If you are going to read a Dickens, this might not be your first stop, but it shouldn't be far from your second.
"David Copperfield is awesome."
Wonderful narrator who does true justice to an outstanding classic.
This is my favorite Charles Dickens book. If you like any of his stuff you must get this too.
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"One of the Greatest Books of Alll Time"
Now I can say I've read it! It took me a while to get into it, but once I did I spent many late nights. If you can't read Dickens, please do yourself a favor and listen to him!
"amazing performance"
Let's take it as a given that Dickens was a great writer. Even if you have read the book in hardcover, consider listening to it. Simon Vance's narration is the best I've heard in the 200+ books I've bought. He brings the colorful characters to life.
"David Copperfield (unabridged) read by Simon Vance"
This is Dickens at its very best and I am savoring every chapter. I thought I knew the book from screen versions but there is so much more to enjoy in this unabridged recording. Simon Vance is the perfect reader and brilliantly brings to life the personalities of the characters in the way he reproduces the dialogue by maintaining a perfect balance of idiosyncracy and credibility.
Brilliantly read with epic story
how he sorted out his life in difficult circumstances
No, but I will be doing
Time spent with Peggoty
Never been a Dickens fan, but this book changed my view. I would definitely recommend it, it was excellent
"Great classic enhanced by wonderful narration."
This was a pure pleasure from beginning to end. Simon Vance has a unique voice for each character and has a really clear voice that is easy to listen to.
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AS THEY prepare their costumes and practise their lines, there is no doubt that The Worthy Players are looking forward to their next big performance.
Following the success of their Christmas pantomime, Old Mother Hubbard, the London Road based amateur dramatics group are gearing up for their spring production, The Militants.
Set in 1908, the play, by Norman Holland, follows the movement of a Suffragette group in the small Lancashire town of Metringham, and how they turn the tables to make police and politicians appear foolish and confounded.
The director, cast, set-builder, wardrobe and lighting teams have all been hard at work preparing for the performances at Jubilee Hall, and the dress rehearsal was held last Wednesday (April 16).
Member of eleven years, Clare Walker, plays a Suffragette, and said she is looking forward to it despite the pre-show jitters.
"Like any production that is going live in under a week I have a bit of nerves, but I am sure it will be alright on the night," she said.
"It's been quite fun doing a play where the women get the comeuppance over the men." The first show is Friday April 25, and then April 26, May 2 and May 3, all at 7.30pm.
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Kevin Durant and LeBron James work out together during the offseason—you're over it.
If only it were that simple.
YouTube videos of Durant and James going through offseason workouts in Akron, Ohio, first surfaced prior to the 2011-12 season. Initial reaction was minimal.
So why, when the tradition continued this summer, did a media firestorm ensue? There was the small matter of the NBA Finals series in which James' Miami Heat bested the Oklahoma City Thunder in five games. Durant admitted to The Oklahoman it was tough to play alongside James in a gold-winning effort at the 2012 London Olympics. Still, he doesn't see why the outside world is so worked up about it.
"A lot of people blew (it) out of proportion," Durant said. "It was just one day."
James called and he obliged. Durant put it that plainly.
"I'm a competitive guy," Durant said. "I'm sure you guys have seen that in me. I just wanted to work out. That's what it was all about. I'll work out with anybody. I would have worked out with Kobe Bryant. I would have worked out with Carmelo (Anthony). I just wanted to work out and get better."
As pointed out by The Oklahoman, this visit was more spontaneous than last year's workout, a longer version the pairing called "Hell Week."
That this year's meeting garnered such attention was in direction correlation with last season's NBA Finals. But, as Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook pointed out to the newspaper, in the AAU age, players grow up competing with and against each other.
Durant and James, the NBA's best small forwards and perhaps the league's foremost talents, have known each other since high school. Now they push each other to get better, Thunder coach Scott Brooks said. In fact, Westbrook maintains a similar relationship with the Chicago Bulls' Derrick Rose, his closest competition to be the league's best young point guard.
"I think that's a big part," Westbrook said of last year's finals matchup. "A lot of players know each other just from playing on the same team as younger guys, AAU, high school, college. And then when they get to the NBA obviously it becomes a big deal."


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Maybe you weren't convinced the first time I told you the era of the short sale was finally upon us.
I can't blame you for thinking that banks were acting irrationally when it comes to the foreclosure process.
But Lender Processing Services just offered up the most convincing numbers to date that short sales are no longer just some pie-in-the-sky dream for distressed underwater borrowers.
For the first time in the US, LPS says there were more short sales in a single month then there were foreclosures.
In January short sales made up 23.9 percent of home sales, while foreclosure sales made up 19.7 percent of all home purchases.
Of course that means that over half of all real estate closings are for distressed homes.
A year before, the percentages were skewered in the opposite direction. In January 2011, 16.3 percent of home purchases came through short sales, and 24.9 percent were foreclosures.
Why are the banks now convinced, as I was long ago, that going through the long and harrowing process of a foreclosure is not their best option?
The proof is once again in the numbers. On average, foreclosed homes sold for 29 percent less than non-distressed properties in January.
Homes sold via short sale? They went for 23 percent less. Here in Florida, LPS says short sales have outnumbered foreclosures since July.
That means short sales are a better deal for the banks, plain and simple.
The truth is banks don't want to own these properties, they certainly can't handle maintaining these homes, and they just end up laying waste to neighborhoods by hanging on to them.
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Do you know that the following fruits may cause diarrhea?
1. Fresh fruits:
1) Apricot: eating a small fresh apricot immediately cause diarrhea in some people, especially when eating with a prune.
2) Berries: should be dry and firm and eaten within a few days of purchase, yet any moisture may cause mold and spoilage and increase your risk of diarrhea if eaten. Wild berries also may cause diarrhea.
3) Melons: may increase diarrhea in some people.
I've found out that cut, prepared fresh fruits (including pineapple) from the supermarkets can cause diarrhea sometimes.
2. Dried fruits: dried prunes, raisins, dates, figs, apricots, and etc. may cause or exacerbate diarrhea. Many dried fruits are preserved with sulfites or sulfur dioxide, which prevents discoloration and growth of mold and other microorganisms. Yet sulfur dioxide may cause diarrhea in sulfite sensitive people.
Try and find out which fresh/dried fruits cause diarrhea, and then avoid them.
"Diarrhea may cause dehydration, so drink at least 8 to 10 glasses of fluids to replace any lost fluids. These fluids could be water, green tea, vegetable broth or miso soup. Talk with your doctor if your diarrhea lasts more than two days."
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21 of the Best, Worst and Weirdest Halloween Costumes For Kids
During our Halloween celebrations here at ComicsAlliance, we've talked about sexy costumes, dog costumes, heck, we even took a trip back to the past for a look at vintage costumes, but we haven't spent a lot of time talking about the costumes that kids today are wearing for Halloween. So are they really any better than those awful plastic smock costumes from 30 years ago? Well, if we're being honest, they'd almost have to be -- but that doesn't mean that they're exactly what you'd call good. That's why today, we've checked out the kids' section of our local Halloween costume shop to bring you a look at the Best, Worst and Weirdest Kids' Costumes for Halloween!


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Los Angeles Dodgers center fielder Matt Kemp is progressing well after shoulder surgery in October, the team's website reports.
Kemp had an arthroscopic procedure on his left (non-throwing) shoulder on a torn labrum and a frayed rotator cuff. Afterward, doctors admitted the damage was more extensive than originally believed but they projected Kemp would be ready by opening day of the 2013 season.
Kemp tweeted on New Year's Day that he had reached am important milestone in the rehab process: "2day was a big step! The docs finally let me do an upper body workout. Spring Training right around the corner. Time 2 get this cardio!"
Kemp, 28, was injured when he crashed into the outfield wall at Coors Field on Aug. 27, though he played through the pain the rest of the season. Also limited by a hamstring injury in 2012, Kemp hit .303/.367/.538 with 23 homers, 69 RBIs and nine stolen bases.
"Matty was very open to me about how he felt, and right from the time he got hurt, he was never comfortable," his agent, Dave Stewart, told the Dodgers' website. "There were periods when it wasn't as painful, but he was never comfortable swinging the bat after he ran into the wall. But he kept playing because he wanted to be there for the team. With a possible playoff spot, he didn't want to sit. Nothing anybody could say or do could make him take time off."
Stewart added that he won't guarantee Kemp will be ready for opening day, but he said the center fielder is pain-free with spring training about a month away.
An All-Star in 2011 and 2012, Kemp finished second in the NL MVP voting in 2011, when he also won his second Gold Glove.


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Friday, September 22, 2017
Children's Health
Tube Feeding
I have a nephew who needs to be feed by stomach tube. He also takes medication by this same tube. The school he attends wants to do this while he is on the toilet. This seems very unclean to all of us in his family. Is this ok? Does this seem unclean?
Thank you for your good question! A gastrostomy tube is a tube surgically placed in a person's stomach. The opportunity for infection of the GI tract and the skin surrounding the tube is increased because the skin barrier is broken and there is direct access to the GI system. Most children with gastrostomy tubes are medically fragile and already at greater risk for infection as well as a much greater degree of illness from infection, making the use of clean feeding techniques essential to child safety.
It is absolutely unacceptable to feed the child in the bathroom. It is the dirtiest location in the school building! With every flush of a toilet thousands and thousands of bacteria are released into the air. Many of them are gram negative bacteria, including E. coli, which produce particularly harmful infections in both children and adults. In the past several years there have been numerous reports of severe illness and death from E. coli infections of the GI tract in the news media.
All tube feedings need to be done using clean techniques with a freshly cleaned counter space available for placing feeding supplies and formula. Those providing the feeding should wash their hands well and wear clean gloves. I have provided one article clearly describing the process, training, and documentation needed. Ferguson RW (2004). Gastrostomy tube feeding skills for the school nurse. School Nurse News, 21(5), 22-6.
It is critically important that this unhealthful and dangerous proposal be brought to the attention of the school or school district physician consultant and the principal because it violates the basic principles of clean technique, appropriate hygiene, and child safety. There should be a written policy for the training and oversight of personnel providing tube feedings/ gastrostomy feedings in the school, approved by the physician. In this case, I recommend that the parents request a letter from the school principal clearly acknowledging their concern and stating that the child will not be given medications or feedings in any restroom area. I also recommend that the parents perform unannounced spot checks of how the feeding is performed during the school year to assure compliance with accepted standards of tube feeding administration. Any observed violations of the clean and safe feeding procedure should be provided verbally and in writing to the principal and school board for corrective action. If not already available in the school, I recommend that the school acquire and follow the guidelines for care provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics in the two volumes entitles, Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools and Managing Infectious Diseases in Child Care and Schools (2nd ed.).
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College of Nursing
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Sunday, December 4, 2011
Winter Begins
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25 comments:
- Jill said...
Beautiful scenes! They could easily be Christmas cards. Such a happy story about your neighbors tree. I would have felt like you...sad..then so happy.
I love your header!
- December 4, 2011 at 9:03 AM
- Ellie said...
Oh my, these are beautiful pictures. I always think the snow is very pretty. Not much fun to have to go to work in though. We don't usually gets that much snow here, usually just lots and lots of rain.
- December 4, 2011 at 9:19 AM
- Flora said...
Snow is beautiful....but I think I prefer sunny warm days...Maybe I'll lived to long with snow:)
- December 5, 2011 at 10:11 AM
- Flora said...
Snow is beautiful....but I think I prefer sunny warm days...Maybe I'll lived to long with snow:)
- December 5, 2011 at 10:11 AM
- Ryan said...
We have snow too Jill, it doesn't seem that long ago since we were blogging about last years wintry weather does it? At least the tree has gone to a good cause where it can be enjoyed by everyone, hmm the pawprints...I dunno...a hungry fox perhaps?
Have a great week Jill
- December 5, 2011 at 1:42 PM
- MarmePurl said...
oh My Oh My OH, MY!!!! Beautiful photos, beautiful story. I can't wait for snaow at my farm.
- December 5, 2011 at 4:42 PM
- TexWisGirl said...
wow, those are gorgeous photos! especially love that BRIGHT red barn against the snow!
(and what a surprise for that gorgeous tree, although i'd still miss it terribly!!!)
- December 5, 2011 at 4:51 PM
- Rose said...
I really loved all these shots of the snow...they can make anything look beautiful. Some of these would make wonderful Christmas card scenes.
- December 5, 2011 at 4:59 PM
- Ruta said...
These are all so beautiful! We had snow but it all melted away due to the unseasonably warm weather we have been having...
- December 5, 2011 at 5:54 PM
- Carletta said...
I love snow too and your photos make me wish it was getting colder faster. :)
The fourth shot is awesome - picture postcard winter perfect!
Loved all the barn shots!
What were your neighbors thinking!! I couldn't have done it. :)
- December 5, 2011 at 6:15 PM
- Elaine said...
Beautiful photos of your snowfall! I always love seeing the trees covered in snow. Sad to see your neighbor's tree come down, but it'll provide a lot of enjoyment for a lot of people.
- December 5, 2011 at 6:49 PM
- Mari said...
Gorgeous shots! The snow makes everything look so pretty. I love that old gray barn with the snow blown up against it.
The neighbors house does look nice with that tree gone, and it will look great in town, but it's always sad to see one cut down.
- December 5, 2011 at 7:05 PM
- Tricia @ Bluff Area Daily said...
They cut down that huge, gigantic tree? Oh my! I'm so glad they didn't just toss it away, tho... that's good! =)
All of the barns are just beautiful in all that snow, esp the 1st red one under that blue sky! WoWoWeee! =)
Thank you very much for joining Barn Charm =)))
Yours & Rose's ideas are just what I was thinking today, instead of the 'busy' collage I posted, but I didn't know Walgreen's did that, so I'll definitely check that out!
PS did you make your twitter pic in your sidebar? That is just too cute! heheheee =)
- December 5, 2011 at 7:12 PM
- Cheryl @ The Farmer's Daughter said...
Gorgeous photos! They look like Christmas cards!
- December 5, 2011 at 7:43 PM
- Beth said...
why does everything always look better with a little bit of snow. what lovely shot. (:
- December 6, 2011 at 2:05 AM
- Tanya said...
wow, beautiful photos and the red barn just pops! we haven't gotten any snow yet and there isn't any in our near future either :(
- December 6, 2011 at 3:57 AM
- Janis said...
Nothing like the beauty of the first fallen snow! Great shots...I also love the red barn against the blue sky!
- December 6, 2011 at 5:17 AM
- Margaret said...
Hard to imagine the top photo is a barn! I adore the red barn behind the evergreens. This reminds me of Michigan or Ohio. We used to live in both states.
- December 6, 2011 at 8:17 AM
- Jeanne said...
Hello Jill! So nice to meet you, and i absolutely LOVE your snowy pictures. I am from Chicago, and now live in Texas,and soooooo miss that lovely white stuff. So post all of the photos that you would like and i can live vicariously through your blog. Tried to join your blog but having some problem getting it to go through. for some reason. Saw you signed up on mine, but am having lots of problems with google connect friends. People are there one day, and the next day, disappear, then show back up again. Hope to see you often. Sounds as if you have had alot of fun in your "therapy". Bet those were some fun columns that you wrote. bEst to you, and hope to see you again soon! Do love your photos! Jeanne with http://thebutterflymetamorphosis.blogspot.com.
- December 6, 2011 at 10:12 AM
- MarieElizabeth said...
While I am not looking forward to the traffic issues - I do love the winter "scenes". These are so happy and breathtaking. Can't wait to see the rest of the season!
- December 6, 2011 at 12:40 PM
- Larry said...
Beautiful photos... we are still snowless here in east central Wisconsin, despite being white about a month ago... this has been a remarkable fall... Larry
- December 6, 2011 at 1:17 PM
- dr momi said...
LOVE that red barn in the snow!!! I so enjoyed your pictures!
- December 6, 2011 at 2:26 PM
- Genie said...
Your friend's barn standing tall n all of the beautiful snow is out of this world. The colors of winter are beautiful. They are calling for snow tonight, but I am not getting my hopes up too high. The last one was at Halloween and it came and went in the same day. I WANT REAL SNOW AND LOTS OF IT! Your photos are just wonderful. Lovely captures. genie
- December 7, 2011 at 6:31 AM
- EG Wow said...
Magical! I love fresh-fallen snow. :)
- December 8, 2011 at 12:27 PM
- Wendys Hat said...
LOVE your beautiful snow pics!
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Technology editor Ben Potter brings you the latest in technology news, and how you can apply it to farming.
We've all heard of the three R's of environmental stewardship – reduce, reuse and recycle. But one company, repurposedMATERIALS, is set on adding a fourth R – "repurpose."
"Repurposing is creative re-use," says founder and owner Damon Carson. "It is NOT recycling that has gotten all the buzz since the 1970s. Remember, recycling requires huge amounts of energy to melt, grind, chip or shred a waste stream into a useable feedstock to be used as a raw material to manufacture something new. With repurposing, we deal with byproducts and waste that get a second life because they have value as-is."
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Keen Artistic Director Jonathan Silverstein (The Temperamentals and Keen's Marry Me a Little and The Dining Room) directs a cast that features Marsha Dietlein Bennett (Woman in Mind with Helen Mirren [LA], Fitzgerald's Family Christmas [film]), Cary Donaldson (Mrs. Warren's Profession [Roundabout], Timon of Athens [Public]), Chris Dwan (Campus Life [film], Lord of the Flies[Barrington Stage]), Laura Esterman (Marvin's Room [Drama Desk, Obie Awards], Metamorphosis on Broadway with Mikhail Baryshnikov, Keen's Outward Bound; The Green [film]), Tom Riis Farrell (Chicago, Coram Boy, Dirty Blonde [Helen Hayes Award], Wrong Mountain, 1776, Arturo Ui with Al Pacino, Li'l Abner [Encores!]; Mary Rose and Slug Bearers of Kayrol Island [Vineyard]). and Peter Rini (Neil Simon's Proposals, TV: "Blue Bloods," "Smash") in the title role.
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During the post game interview Pagano referred to DHB as their only injury of concern.
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During the post game interview Pagano referred to DHB as their only injury of concern.
Ever notice how friendly folks are at a shootin' range??.
And as someone who has defended Donald Brown for almost five years, its funny how many people suddenly love him. As I half joked before, let's give Trent as many chances and years as Donald had here...
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That last drive of the Colts where they ran the ball almost every down does not fit your scenario. The Titans knew a run was coming and the Colts still kept moving the ball. Richardson does not follow his lead blocker well and seems to have a hard time finding the hole that develops. I think it is something he has to learn. I believe he can do it. That being said Brown has more burst once he enters the hole made for him. I think Trent and Richardson are good for each other. I would like to see more passes out of the single backfield of Richardson and also maybe they need that extra tackle in there when he is running like they did last night with Brown.
That first Brown TD, they could have driven a truck through that initial hole. I really liked how they threw the ball on some 3rd and shorts, instead of just being bullheaded and running. Pep did a much better job play calling last night.
Just because you're offended, doesn't mean you're right. ― Ricky Gervais.
His playcalling though was good nonetheless. Loved the Fleener play.
Fleener is proving to be a pretty good draft pick. This guy just keeps growing on me.
The Allen injury gets a bit overshadowed by the injuries to the running backs and Reggie, but losing him was a big loss too. I can't wait for next year when we can run some nasty 2 TE sets with Fleener and Allen. Add Hilton, a hopefully healthy Reggie, hopefully a FA WR, and hopefully an improved O-Line for a better running game, and this could be one nasty offense, especially when you factor in Luck's continued growth.
The fact that we're sitting at 7-3 with all of these injuries is a testament to the stability of our team and young quarterback. This team always finds ways to win. There is still a lot to work on, but 7-3 is 7-3 and we are going to win the division and host a playoff game. Can't ask for much more than that right now.
Fleener has been playing well and needs to continue to play well, but man do I miss Allen. He's just so good and so well-rounded
Don't ask Marvin Harrison what he did during the bye week. "Batman never told where the Bat Cave is," he explained.
I agree. It's hard not to think about just how good this offense could be if healthy.
T Rich is outstanding at putting defenses asleep. Once Brown enters the game, defenses are caught off guard by how fast Donald runs. Because of this, Richardson has to remain the starter
Being unable to close out a game in which you have a comfortable lead in the 4th Q = Pulling a Frank Vogel
Here is how I would break up touches, we know Trent is a legit threat in the passing game, getting 50 catches last year is pretty decent work. So far we've gotten him 12 catches and he's producing close to 10 yards a tocuh in the passing game, we can't completely remove him from the run game because 1.) He flat our needs experience in the NFL and 2.) he needs experience in our system.
I would continue to get Trent 10-15 touches a game, but I would make sure he gets 4-5 catches a game every single week. If he gets rolling on the ground early in a game, then I would stick with him. If he doesn't, I would then make sure I get Brown 15 touches specifcially in the running game.
Look I'm with a lot of you, Trent has been a huge disappointment over 8 weeks, but I relaly do see enough flashes to make me believe that it is a timing thing, Trent is still learning how to run in the NFL. in college, the guy was able to just run past or run over anyone who got close to him, he never really learned the finer points of running (something that Brown has had to pick up as well). It's why a guy like Addai actually IMO did much better early in his career, Addai was never the biggest even at the college level, so he had to learn how to cut back and read holes much earlier.
In college, Trent was a 230 lb ball of muscle who ran a 4.45 40 time. He was just a physical beast, he never had to learn the intricacies of running the ball through cut back holes and things like that. We just have to live through some growing pains, but the talent is there.
Remember Trent is a guy that in his second NFL game, went for 109 yards on the ground on 19 touches and another 40 through the air for 2 touchdowns. The natural talent is there. We have to get his mind up to it as well though.
The funniest thing going on twitter right now though has to be this idea that Trent is slow and Brown is some kind of speed demon. Brown is definitely more of a speed back with his running form, but the truth is the two of them run nearly identical 40 times. Brown was 4.46 at the combine and Trent was 4.48. But you see a lot of people, JMV is someone who thinks it is 100% true, that just keep piping this gospel that Trent is slow. No the natural talent is not the issue, watch him for 5 seconds when he catches the ball in space, he has great burst and breaks tackles, the issue is with his mind reading the cutback lanes and finding the holes. I think he can figure that out, especially with the football savant that is 12 at quarterback.
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I more or less agree. I would split the touches (rushing/receiving) 65/35 in Brown's favor. He's been better, and he's earned it at this point. Richardson has to stay involved and we have to give him opportunities to make plays and gain some confidence. Also, whoever coaches the running backs needs to tell him when he gets that ball, don't hesitate, just RUN. Keep your legs churning no matter what. Stopping and sidestepping at the line of scrimmage is just going to give the defenders more time to get to you. This isn't Alabama where waiting will open up holes that you can exploit--you have to attack.
I don't know what to tell ya cdash. I can see that the plays unfold in front of Brown differently than they do for Trent. The few times Trent had anything resembling a lane, he pulled a few guys to 6-7 yards. Most of the time he was met by defenders within a yard of hand off. Brown didn't encounter near as many of those situations. He had holes, obviously. The plays don't unfold for Rich like they do for Brown. Not trying to be condescending, but it is frustrating hearing you guys ***** about a Trich run for 1 yard when the line got busted, and then praise Brown when he goes 4 yards deep before evem being touched. There is a clear difference to me.
There are two types of quarterbacks in the league: Those whom over time, the league figures out ... and those who figure out the league.
when they were going with the run later in the game.
They were doing it all night. I was making my sarcastic comments throughout the game. At the end, even with the extra linemen, they were still pulling from the other side. There's an article out on ESPN right now about how the linement took the StL game personally. I haven't read it yet, but I'm just wondering why StL was the final straw, I would think getting your *** handed to you for 6 straight weeks should have been motivation enough.
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There are two types of quarterbacks in the league: Those whom over time, the league figures out ... and those who figure out the league.
Here are several of Brown's runs from last night. My first observation is that the line definitely played better last night than they have. Unfortunately we don't have Trent's runs on video to easily compare, but IMO there isn't a conspiracy against Richardson to have the line block differently. On several plays you can see the Titans get close to hitting Brown at the line of scrimmage but Brown's speed and agility let him slide through the first line and build up a head of steam. He's able to avoid the initial tackle instead of having to break it, although he did show some good ability to shake off arm tackles (which of course is a little surprising with his reputation). I think those are the types of plays that Richardson is a little hesitant on and ends up getting hit on or just beyond the line of scrimmage instead of being able to slide past tacklers.
And you can also see that Brown's success (other than his reception) did not come about because of passing formations. I don't think they had 3 wide receivers in for any of those plays, and some of them were heavy run formations.
I never said it was a conspiracy just that it's a difference in play calling
There are two types of quarterbacks in the league: Those whom over time, the league figures out ... and those who figure out the league.
On a side note, anyone else watch Luck get the impression that he's probably a pretty good hooper too? Everytime I see the replay of his TD run, I picture him dribbling a basketball doing that inside-outside juke.
Just because you're offended, doesn't mean you're right. ― Ricky Gervais.
Apologies for the mischaracterization. What are those differences? What types of plays are they calling for Brown that allow him to succeed that they aren't for Richardson? I'm certainly not seeing any difference in how they are used as far as formations or down and distance in recent weeks. They've been used pretty interchangably for those things. Is there something more complicated than that in the plays themselves that are fundamentally different between the two?
Richardson should be the 3rd down back. He can catch and pass block, and I think he could thrive running out of the shotgun. Let Brown start, Richardson get the 2 minute offense and 3rd down plays.
This. Let's not paint a picture of Brown only having obvious holes that he hit.
As I mentioned before, this happened at least twice that I can recall. Bit of patience, speed and decisiveness.


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A law known as adverse possession, along with a rise in foreclosed mansions left over from the housing crash, have paved the way for squatters to boldly claim, live in and loot homes worth millions of dollars.
The rise in mansion-squatting took root when more of the wealthy found themselves overextended on a mortgage and were forced to turn their homes over to the bank. As vacancies cropped up in wealthy enclaves, squatters seized the opportunity, even occupying vacant homes that weren't in foreclosure. The problem has continued to vex neighbors, banks and court officials.
States set the terms for adverse possession. In Texas, for example, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported that squatters can pay a $16 filing fee with the county clerk, pledge to live in a home for at least three years and keep current with property taxes in order to claim a home. In 2011, the paper reported that squatters claimed homes in the Fort Worth area worth a total of approximately $8 million.
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Florida, a state hard-hit by the housing crash, has also battled with mansion squatters. The Palm Beach Post recently reported that a woman moved into a 6,800-square-foot vacation home near Boca Raton, in the neighborhood where tennis star Chris Evert lives. The owner was in foreclosure and the woman helped herself to the house and brought her horses to live there as well. Although she didn't try to claim adverse possession, she lied and said she had a lease.
While the foreclosure process dragged on, the woman's horses destroyed thousands of dollars' worth of landscaping, according to the attorney for the former owner. Eventually, even though the woman didn't have a lease, the attorney filed an eviction notice. Although that proved a quicker solution, it still took two months and in the meantime, the woman removed and stole the home's copper wiring, appliances and other items, according to the attorney.
Los Angeles, which has seen its share of lost dreams, saw a rise in mansion squatters since the housing crash, some of them well-known names. In 2010, actor Randy Quaid and his wife got the wrong type of Hollywood publicity when they were evicted from a mansion's guest house in Montecito, Calif. He claimed he formerly owned the mansion and his name was on the deed, but he was jailed nonetheless.
Technically, squatters can claim adverse possession if no owner comes forward, they live in the house for the term determined by the state and they keep current on taxes. When homes are vacant due to foreclosure, homeownership is harder to discern so while the process drags on through overloaded courts, squatters choose counties or neighborhoods where the vacancy rate is high and move into the lap of luxury.
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I am a frequent visitor to Milton Keynes as I attend a yearly event at the MK Cantre Shopping Mall. I have stayed in several hotels centralised around this area. I always arrive at the city by train so I will give my best account of hotel locations and other details from a non car driving perspective!
When you exit the main (Milton Keynes central) train station you are at the end of Midsummer Boulevard. You can actually see a few hotels in the near distance on the horizon - these are the Ramada Encore and Jurys Inn. These are within walking distance from the station although there is limited walkways and the journey is slightly uphill. There are underpasses as this area is a busy main road and there are also buses and taxis available from the train station which will take you in the direction of the hotels. It takes about 10-15 minutes walk to reach Jurys Inn. The Ramada is directly next door.
Jurys Inn, Midsummer Boulevard, Milton Keynes, Tel: +44(0) 1908 843700
website: http://www.jurysinns.com/
I have stayed in Jurys twice and managed to get a rate of £50 per room per night which I find very reasonable. Check direct on their website as I have found other travel firms can charge more than this. Jurys is located in a great position, very close to the Mk Shopping Centre, Xscape Centre, business district and Theatre District. There are a few bars and restaurants nearby too. The hotel has a small reception area and customer lifts although they are small. There is a breakfast area to the left of the entrance which feels private and comfortable. I found the restaurant staff to be very efficient and helpful. Rooms are clean and comfortable and are available for 3 adults and 2 children maximum. Public parking nearby - charges apply. I would recommend this hotel to anyone - from couples to families and business travellers.
Holiday Inn, 500 SAXON GATE WEST, Milton Keynes.
website for booking: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/
I have stayed at the Holiday Inn three times. It is located just right of Midsummer Boulevard, half way along, if you are heading directly away from the train station. It is the closest in location to the MK Shopping Centre mall. It is also pretty much opposite the Xscape Centre. It is a very business client orientated hotel although non business travellers are made to feel welcome too. It has a relaxing lounge and bar area. There is acess to a pool, fitness and sauna area although these are technically next door. There is also a restaurant where kids eat free although I find the atmosphere rather too adult and upper class to want to take kids there! Staff are nice and helpful although I did have problems once when I was charged twice after being given someone elses bill at checking out! This problem took much longer than it should have done to be sorted out! I would recommend this hotel to mainly business travellers. Rooms are also maximum two adults which is a bit limiting in terms of family visits. There is also a nearby Holiday Inn Express (website: http://www.hiexpress.com ) which is situated near the picturesque Willen Lake.
Novotel Hotel, Layburn court heelands, Milton keynes.
website: http://www.novotel.com/gb/hotel-3272-novotel-milton-keynes/index.shtml
I stayed here in my first visit to Milton Keynes. The problem with the hotel is it's location. It is a long way away from the train station and not walkable too. I tried and ended up going through a woodland, then having to scramble up an embankment on the edge of a motorway! It is not possible to get anywhere from this hotel unless you drive or have good, and I mean very good, legs! It is actually fairly close to the city centre if you have a vehicle and is situated set back from the edge of a main road. The hotel is half an hour away from Silverstone Grand Prix circuit and about ten minutes drive to the MK shopping centre and entertainment hub. The hotel is actually stunning to look at and has it's own private gateway and moat style protection. There is private car parking. Inside the hotel there are rooms that lead away directly from the ground floor reception. Rooms are smallish but comfortable and clean. They overlook the road and a green area. There is a good bar area but staying here without a car I felt a little isolated from the rest of the city!
Also in the city are so called budget hotel although I have found the average price to be not much less than other hotels in the area (around £45 at Travelodge and Travel Inn).
Travelodge, 199 Grafton Gate, Milton Keynes
The travelodge is located right next to the train station between Midsummer Boulevard and Silbury. It's location by busy roadsides means some traffic noises can be heard. I find the hotel a little further away from the 'action' then I would like! The rooms are clean and have basic amenities. It is like any other Travelodge I've stayed in though and doesn't provide much more than a basic experience.
Premier Travel Inn, Secklow Gate West, Central Milton Keynes.
website: http://www.premierinn.com
Very close to the Holiday Inn and also very near to the MK Centre Shopping mall and Xscape Centre. A very popular choice with prices rising during times when key events are held in the city. It's very central location makes it a brilliant choice. It has parking available and a Beefeater restaurant. There is also another hotel at Willen Lake five to ten minutes drive away.
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We stayed at the Novotel in Milton Keynes in November 2007. My boyfriend and I were visiting relatives and it was a great location to stay especially as the huge shopping centre was close to the hotel. We found the hotel easy to find, parking easy and secure, friendly reception staff, clean, lovely and comfortable rooms, easy check in, leisure facilities (Sauna, swimming pool and gym) were great, loctaion good......Can't wait to go again! We were lucky to receive Friendly service, the option of late check out (free of charge) and we were pleased to hear the leisure facilities were open until 10pm and that was great after a day Christmas shopping! :o) The price was reasonable and cheaper to book online with Novotel. The price we paid didn't include breakfast but I'm sure the breakfast/food would've been good if we did have it. We hope to return again! I hope you receive the same service we did!
What a lovely little place ok its a motel but it was spotless everything was fresh and clean. Sky tv in the room too! THe staff were very friendly even changing my money so I could chat to my girlfriend on the phone. Wouldn't say its action packed but its good if you need somewhere to rest the night. Book in advance on their website and you can get a room for £35! bargain! One small grip its a bit cold but if you fiddle with the heating its fine. Enjoyed my stay at this motel.


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Dawson's Creek (1998)
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Starring: James Van Der Beek, Joshua Jackson, Katie Holmes, Michelle Williams
Genres: Drama
Trivia: It was mentioned during the narrative for Season 1 by Paul Stupin and Kevin Williamson that one reason the show used so much female pop/rock, was because a female voice blends much better with dialogue scenes than a male voice, which interferes with dialogue.
Parental Discretion Advised - S2-E22
Trivia: Paul Stupin mentions this true story while discussing the show during the narrative for this episode. Once when Joshua Jackson (who played Pacey) was out swimming at night, there was a girl who was caught in some currents. He jumped in the water, swam out and brought the girl to safety. Joshua made the local newspapers as a "hero", and was known around Wilmington as 'the guy who saved the drowning girl'. The show also had a big ceremony on the set, where they gave Joshua a life preserver in honor of his heroic deeds.
Pilot (aka Emotions in Motion) - S1-E1
Trivia: There was an alternate scene filmed for the Pilot Presentation, where Tamara is first introduced in the Video Store with Pacey and Dawson. In this alternate scene; the location was an actual Video Store located in Southport, about 50 miles away from Wilmington, NC. They decided to reshoot the scene using a smaller Video Store in Wilmington that didn't look like a chain. Once the show was picked up for a Series, they needed a Video Store location that they could use easily every week. Also, in the alternate scene Tamara is wearing a more conservative outfit of black that covered her quite a bit. They put her in a much sexier dress for the aired version. Tamara's wardrobe and the location were changed to give a better tone to the show.
Pilot (aka Emotions in Motion) - S1-E1
Trivia: The entire pilot presentation was filmed in 6 days. The presentation was not a completed episode, but rather a series of scenes (approximately 30 minutes total) that were designed to sell the show as a series to a network.
Parental Discretion Advised - S2-E22
Trivia: During the narrative for this episode, Paul Stupin talks about the town of Wilmington, NC where Dawson's Creek was filmed. Wilmington is such an old town, that every building has one ghost or another, and every one has a ghost story. There is an inn there called the "Wilmingtonian" where they all would stay while filming. This is a very old inn, and the room behind the front desk was supposedly haunted. One of the writers stayed there, and would be woken up in the middle of the night with the hairs on her neck standing straight out and she would sense a presence. Another writer who stayed in that room supposedly saw a figure in the mirror. There is also a restaurant in Wilmington where a waitress claims that once when she was working on the upper floor, she turned around and saw an apparition standing out on the balcony. It was a fellow dressed as a soldier.
Pilot (aka Emotions in Motion) - S1-E1
Trivia: When Dawson and Joey are watching his mother on the News, it was filmed at an actual local TV station. The man playing the Co-Anchor was an actual Weatherman. Also, when he speaks at the very end of the scene, it isn't the actor's actual voice, it was dubbed.
Coming Home - S4-E1
Trivia: Originally Dawson's love interest for this Season had been planned to be Pacey's younger sister, but when they pitched the idea to the network, they hated it and thought it inappropriate. Therefore, the storyline was turned into Pacey's older sister Gretchen Witter.
Pilot (aka Emotions in Motion) - S1-E1
Trivia: The scene where Jen is in Dawson's bedroom for the first time and Gram's calls for her, the woman standing in the doorway was not Mary Beth Piel. She was a stand-in, as they hadn't cast that character when the scene was shot. This is also evident in the scene where Dawson and Jen are standing outside of Jen's house after their "date".
Detention (aka The Breakfast Club) - S1-E7
Trivia: Pacey talks about Emilio Estevez and the "great, cool duck movies he was in", those duck movies being "Champions", "D2 - the Mighty Ducks" and "D3". Joshua Jackson, who plays Pacey, played Charlie in that trilogy.
100 Light Years From Home - S5-E19
Trivia: When Joey and Dawson are talking before they leave on their respective trips, Joey makes a comment about getting it right "in another life when we are both cats". This line was also made famous by Penelope Cruz in the movie "Vanilla Sky", starring her and Tom Cruise. Ironically, Katie Holmes is now married to Tom Cruise; and in the beginning of the Vanilla Sky movie when he is running through Times Square he goes by a large poster of none other than Katie Holmes. Bit of a coincidence?
All Good Things... (1) - S6-E23
Trivia: In this scene; when Pacey, Dawson and Joey are in the car driving back from the hospital, they aren't actually driving. This scene was filmed using something called a "Poor Man's Process"; which involved shaking the car a little, and a crew person holding two lights behind them to simulate headlights. This scene was actually shot on a soundstage, and could be fit in easily at virtually any point in the filming schedule. Normally scenes like this are shot with a car being towed on a trailer, but in this case that method was too expensive for their TV budget.
Trivia: Originally, they were thinking of actually moving the show "Dawson's Creek" to another city in order to send off the main characters to Boston for College, etc. Cities considered as locations for College, etc. were Montreal, Vancouver, Baltimore, Austin, and San Diego. Baltimore ended up being the easiest city to 'fake as Boston'. But ultimately it was decided that it was simply too expensive to move the show; so they ended up sending their main characters to Boston, but actually keeping the show in Wilmington, NC and filming there during the 'College Years'.
Trivia: Generally with Dawson's Creek, the scripts were generated in LA and sent down to Wilmington, NC about 7 days before filming. The director for that episode arrived at that time also, to prep the script. But during Season 2, they were so concerned about making the dialogue perfect the scripts starting showing up later and later to the point where sometimes they arrived only hours before shooting. Needless to say, the actors were becoming upset as they didn't have time to prepare properly and the director had to prep off of an outline. Fortunately, they resolved the problems and they didn't repeat themselves during Season 3.
Pilot (aka Emotions in Motion) - S1-E1
Trivia: When Dawson walks into Mr. Gold's film class, he passes by a large movie poster on the wall by the door. This is the movie poster for the film "I Know What You Did Last Summer," which had the screenplay written by Kevin Williamson, Writer and Creator of "Dawson's Creek."
Two Gentlemen of Capeside - S4-E3
Trivia: Most of the filming of the 'Perfect Storm' water scenes in this episode was done in a holding pool at a cement factory, about 4-5 miles from the studio in Wilmington, NC. They would shoot all night for the water scenes.
Trivia: Because the weather was so bad, and it was raining for days, they had to keep putting off filming the Graduation scenes. The opening scene in this episode, the Practice Graduation was shot either the last day or the second to last day of filming because of the rain. All week long, the weather was awful and kept raining, which forced them to delay the Graduation scenes.
Parental Discretion Advised - S2-E22
Trivia: During this scene when Pacey is talking to his Father, the river behind them in the background is actually the Cape Fear River. The Cape Fear River is supposedly considered one of the most polluted rivers in the Country.
Decisions (aka Breaking Away) - S1-E13
Trivia: During the narrative for this episode, Kevin Williamson mentions that the show "Dawson's Creek" was originally written for North Carolina. Because they didn't want a Southern show, they came up with Cape Cod area outside of Boston. But during the Winter episodes, it's hard to get snow in the water in the real location of Wilmington, NC.
Trivia: When they are filming Natasha's scene, there is a close-up of the marker board. You can read the film title "Wicked Dead", the Director's name "TODD" and on the bottom line, the name "Frank Perl for "Camera". This is obviously an inside joke, as Frank Perl was the Director of Photography for Dawson's Creek.


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Credit Cards » Getting your student a credit cardWhen Mike Sullivan was getting ready to send each of his three children to college, he added one item to the school shopping list: their very first credit card."I wanted my children to have the security and comfort of knowing that they had a credit card in the case of an emergency," says Sullivan, director of education at nonprofit credit and debt counseling agency Take Charge America.He also knew the payment method would help each student build a credit file."Helping young people understand how you establish credit is very, very important," Sullivan says. A solid credit score will help them obtain financing and other services, such as a cellphone contract, after graduation. It will also entitle them to better rates, terms and conditions on home, auto and other loans.
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When Mike Sullivan was getting ready to send each of his three children to college, he added one item to the school shopping list: their very first credit card.
"I wanted my children to have the security and comfort of knowing that they had a credit card in the case of an emergency," says Sullivan, director of education at nonprofit credit and debt counseling agency Take Charge America.
He also knew the payment method would help each student build a credit file.
"Helping young people understand how you establish credit is very, very important," Sullivan says. A solid credit score will help them obtain financing and other services, such as a cellphone contract, after graduation. It will also entitle them to better rates, terms and conditions on home, auto and other loans.
Of course, while a credit card can be a comfort, "it is also a risk," Sullivan says. Poor use and a lack of discipline can lead to big financial woes. It can also tank your child's credit score before he or she even nets the diploma.
Here's everything you need to know if you're looking to get your student a credit card before they head off to college.
The Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009, or CARD Act, prohibits financial institutions from offering a credit card to anyone under 21 unless they can demonstrate their ability to make payments or have a willing co-signer.
It also prohibits issuers from sending this group preapproved credit offers and restricts on- or near-campus marketing. (So, no, you don't have to worry about your freshman inadvertently signing up for a credit card to get a free T-shirt as soon as they move into their dorm room.)
The law certainly made a dent in the number of student credit card holders. A December 2013 study on the CARD Act conducted by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau found that only 14.4 percent of consumers ages 18 to 20 had opened a credit card account in 2012, compared with 33.6 percent in 2007. (The report does attribute some of this drop-off to the recession.)
Still, there are several ways you can help your student obtain a credit card, if so inclined.
The CARD Act, for starters, does permit co-signing. This approach, however, can be risky since both parties will be held liable for any debt incurred on the card. Also, any negative information associated with the account will appear on your credit report and your child's.
"If you're co-signing for a loan, you need to assume you are going to be paying off that loan," Sullivan says. "You need to access that account regularly ... so it doesn't also destroy your credit."
Some major issuers have moved away from allowing co-signers to preclude confusion over who's responsible for the bills. Many, however, will allow a parent to add their child as an authorized user.
"If you have no credit file whatsoever, the best way, we think, to get a credit card is to become an authorized user on a family member's account," says Linda Sherry, director of national priorities at Consumer Action.
This option allows you to monitor your child's spending activity. You can also easily kick them off the account, should they abuse their credit card privileges. Plus, authorized users aren't liable for paying off purchases. They should, however, receive credit for the positive information associated with the account, such as a stellar payment history.
Just make sure your issuer reports its authorized users to the credit bureaus. If they're not doing so, "it's like the tree falling in the woods," says John Ulzheimer, president of consumer education at Credit Sesame. " You're not doing anything to build your credit."
Keep in mind, too, that many major issuers offer traditional credit cards targeted specifically to students. These cards may be a good option for someone who has a part-time or summer job, since they'll need to provide proof of income to qualify. They won't, however, need a robust credit file.
Banks "want to develop a relationship" with younger demographics, says Nessa Feddis, senior vice president of consumer protection and payments at the American Bankers Association. As such, they'll take a chance on a young applicant, particularly if their parent has an existing relationship with the institution.
Student credit cards "might have a slightly higher interest rate because of the risk" associated with lending to someone who has yet to demonstrate creditworthiness, Sherry says. "But they're more geared toward the needs of the student population."
Some of these products, for instance, feature free credit monitoring, financial planning tools and rewards for good behavior, such as paying your bills on time. Almost all of them carry a relatively low credit limit (think hundreds of dollars as opposed to thousands).
"You're not going to find yourself getting into $20,000 of credit card debt with a student card," Ulzheimer says. "You have a little bit of credit card debt insurance."
Still, be sure to shop around for the best rates, terms and conditions.
If your child can't satisfy the underwriting requirements for a traditional card, they may be able to qualify (also, pending proof of income) for a secured credit card.
Secured credit cards require cardholders to put down a cash deposit to cover the line of credit. They're essentially reserved for consumers who are trying to build or repair credit so your child's thin or nonexistent credit file shouldn't be a barrier to entry.
Here, too, you'll want to shop around for good terms and conditions. Check that your student's card use is going to be reported to the major credit bureaus, as some issuers may not be in the habit of doing so.
"The same warnings apply," Sherry says.
And under the Truth in Lending Act, credit card users, even those holding a student credit card, have no time limit to report a lost or stolen credit card to limit personal liability. Debit card users have only two days.
Having a credit card or a student credit card helps build credit history, which is important to your student's financial success.
"Your child should prepare for after graduation, too," says Martinez. "He or she may apply for an apartment or want to get an auto loan. These are reasons to build a good credit history."
Because most students have little to no credit history, one small slip-up can cause major damage. Paperno says consumers with "thin" files will hurt their credit score more if they are 30 days past due on a credit card payment versus someone with a robust credit history.
Whatever route you choose, it's important to maintain an active role in your student's financial education and continually coach them on proper card use.
"This is almost like driver's ed," Ulzheimer says. "No parent in their right mind would toss their kid the keys to the car and say 'have fun.'"
Since your child's credit file is limited, mistakes can be particularly detrimental. Before forking over a credit card, talk to your child about the importance of paying off balances on time. A first missed payment can cause a credit score to plummet 70 to 90 points, depending on where it's at when the missed payment occurs.
You also may want to talk to them about keeping the card's credit utilization -- how much debt they carry versus how much credit is extended to them -- below 20 percent, since this is another big component of credit scoring.
Make sure to review other big credit report bruises, such as defaults, collections, judgments and liens.
"In the world of credit reporting, getting it wrong is a seven-year penalty," Ulzheimer says, since most negative information takes that long to age off of your credit file. "As a parent, you have to teach your kids how (credit cards) work or really you're setting them up to fail."
Of course, if you feel your child isn't ready for a credit card, you could open or add an account in their name and then hold on to the payment method.
Just the fact that that the card "exists will create a credit file," Sherry says. "In some cases, the needs of students can be handled with either a prepaid or a debit card."
Don't forget to mind credit limits. A student's credit limit is probably low, so while charging $175 on a credit card doesn't seem like much, it will be bad for your student's credit score if the limit is only $200.
Still, it's not a catastrophe if your student isn't squeaky clean. A consumer can recover rather quickly from a misstep like a missed payment or a maxed-out card, says Paperno.
"Definitely within a couple of years you can recover any points lost for a late payment or two," he says. "Sometimes, sooner than that."
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