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2010 AFC Outlook: Power Rankings, Divisional Previews, Awards, and MoreAugust 15, 2010
Awards and Extras
Team To Beat - Indianapolis Colts
The Colts were already the best that the AFC had to offer in 2009 and Bob Sanders' importance to this team continues to be understated. Cornerback Marlin Jackson (Eagles) was also important to this defense but alike Sanders, he is injury prone and it was the time for him to move on. Indianapolis still has a good young secondary though and it has potential to be great.
Surprise Playoff Contender - Oakland Raiders
The Raiders made a dumb move when they traded away Kirk Morrison (Jaguars), but they made up for the loss when they drafted Rolando McClain to complete their solid linebacker core. The losses of JaMarcus Russell and Javon Walker were really gains and Lamarr Houston, the defensive tackle out of Texas, was a great choice in the second round of the draft. Also, with Jason Campbell stepping in as the new starting quarterback, talented receivers such as Chaz Schilens, Louis Murphy, and Darrius Heyward-Bey could have breakout seasons.
Surprise Playoff Pretender - Tennessee Titans
Do not be deceived by the Titans' 2009 midseason turnaround. I think of it as more of a midseason strength of schedule turnaround. While Vince Young did inject some energy in to the Titans' lacking pass offense, that can only last for so long. And with the loss of key veteran leadership (Kyle Vanden Bosch, Keith Bulluck, Kevin Mawae, Jevon Kearse), the Titans may be in for a rough going in 2010. Not helping their cause is their extremely difficult schedule, where there is not one weak opponent.
Least Likely To Succeed - Buffalo Bills
Count them out for 2010. While they did add temporary starters in Cornell Green, Dwan Edwards, and Andra Davis, the Bills can barely see the light. They still have a decent defense, but they are making the transition to a 3-4 defense, which could set them back and with their schedule, there will not be much time to get on track.
Rookie nose tackle Torell Troup, who has impressed, might make the transition a bit smoother though. That is where the positives end though. Adding to the list of negatives is that they are still offensively challenged and Clemson standout C.J. Spiller is the only skill player they have added. Although, wide receiver Steve Johnson could possibly add some flare to their offense.
Breakout Offensive Player - Chaz Schilens, Wide Receiver, Oakland Raiders
With Jason Campbell's arrival in Oakland comes great potential for a rejuvenated pass offense that Raiders fans have been yearning for since the Rich Gannon era. They could also be looking at their next Rice-Brown combination. Well, for now we'll just call it the next Porter-Curry receiving combination. But I digress. Schilens is blessed with size, speed, and great hands. The only thing that has been holding him back is quarterback play. Let's see if Campbell can even hold onto him this season.
Breakout Defensive Player - Dannell Ellerbe, Linebacker, Baltimore Ravens
He is a passionate football player and is great against the run. Physically, he is a beast and he developed ability as a pass defender last season. In 2010, he could be key to the Raven's Super Bowl hopes and gain attention on the way.
Top Offensive Player of the Year Candidates - Matt Schaub, Chris Johnson, Philip Rivers
The entire hopes of the Houston Texans' season rests on Matt Shaub's arm. Because of that, he is my favorite to win the Offensive Player of the Year right now, although Chris Johnson and his wild expectations are not far behind. If the Titans' season goes down the toilet, it could be Chris Johnson's chance to break 2,000 yards once again. Philip Rivers also has a chance, but is far behind. The drafting of Ryan Matthews and contract dispute with Vincent Jackson could hurt his chances, but if Jackson is on the field, he could close in on Schaub and Johnson.
Top Defensive Player of the Year Candidates - Ray Lewis, James Harrison, Brian Cushing
Over the years, Lewis has been one of the most consistent players in the league, winning multiple POTYs. You can never count him out to win it, especially if the Ravens are on the list of top Super Bowl contenders. Harrison won the award a two years ago and is still a sack machine. Cushing won the Defensive ROTY and if the Texans are a playoff team, Cushing could garner a lot of attention.
Divisional Analysis
1. New England Patriots, No. 2 Seed - The Pats went with quality and quantity in the draft, selecting four players who will see significant playing time in Brandon Spikes, Rob Gronkowski, Jermaine Cunningham, and Devin McCourty. The loss of Ty Warren for the season will hurt, but with Tom Brady, lowered expectations, and division rivals who are susceptible to implosion, the Patriots will rise back into the limelight in 2010.
2. New York Jets, In The Hunt - The Jets went nuts this offseason, adding big names and making big moves. The losses of Thomas Jones, Alan Faneca, Kerry Rhodes have gone relatively unnoticed, but all will bite them in the butt this season. Another negative is the drama added by "Hard Knocks" and the Darrelle Revis holdout. I expect the Jets to implode this year, leaving New England atop the division standings once more.
3. Miami Dolphins, Almost There - Miami had a good offseason, but they are not on the Jets or Patriots' levels at this point. Brandon Marshall and Karlos Dansby are franchise players though, and will keep them competitive in the AFC east. The future is bright for this young franchise.
4. Buffalo Bills, Not Even Close - The Bills are switching their primary defense to the 3-4 which does not particularly suit their personnel at this point, but linebacker Aaron Maybin and nose tackle Torrell Troup should play well in 2010. On offense, the Bills added no firepower. They will have a solid to above average running game, but their passing game will be abysmal.
1. Baltimore Ravens, No. 4 Seed - The Ravens are a team you can believe in. They have loads of talent on both sides of the ball and you can make the argument that there is not one weak point on their team. They also have chemistry and leadership, which is essential to a Super Bowl contender.
2. Pittsburgh Steelers, No. 6 Seed - Mike Tomlin's 9-7 squad was just as competitive as any other in 2009. They did not lose one game by more than one score and five out of their seven losses were by three points. Despite trading away Santonio Holmes, the Steelers added experienced former-Steelers and had a great draft. Steel City should be in for a great season as long as Big Ben returns smoothly and Polamalu stays healthy.
3. Cincinnati Bengals, In The Hunt - The Bengals had a decent offseason, adding two receiving threats into the mix on offense. They will be an improved team, but the Ravens and Steelers are even more improved. And when you consider their tough schedule, it will be quite the challenge for the Bengals to return to the playoffs. The big three in the North will be fun to watch though.
4. Cleveland Browns, Almost There - I feel for you Cleveland fans, especially those who are also Cavaliers fans. I am also a Cavaliers fan and it is depressing to watch what has happened to this city. Alike the Cavs, the Browns had a very active offseason in which they added 11 players, five of which will see consistent playing and possibly even start. They also had a great draft. I especially like their first three choices (Joe Haden, T.J. Ward, Montario Hardesty). 2010 will be more positive than 2009 though and Mike Holmgren could have the Browns back on track by the start of the 2011 season.
1. Indianapolis Colts, No. 1 Seed - As long as Peyton Manning is there, they will be Super Bowl contenders. The Colts are even better looking coming into this season than they were a year ago. They are a very young team and their defense will be back in the top half of the league this season as long as Bob Sanders can make it through the season without a major injury.
2. Houston Texans, No. 5 Seed - For the first time in franchise history, the Houston Texans will reach the playoffs. Arian Foster brought life to their running game late last season and Steve Slaton is more than a capable backup. As a rookie, he looked like a franchise back, but he caught a case of the fumbles and the starting running back job went up for grabs. It will remain that way until Week One.
3. Tennessee Titans, In The Hunt - The Titans had a tough offseason. Gone are veterans Kyle Vanden Bosch, Keith Bulluck, Alge Crumpler, Kevin Mawae, Nick Harper, Craig Hentrich, and Jevon Kearse. Stepping in are cornerback Tye Hill and outside linebacker Will Witherspoon. Rookies Derrick Morgan and Damian Williams could also have an impact, but the Titans defense is not even a shadow of what it has been in previous years. Last year, Tennessee's defense ranked 28th. This year will be a slight improvement, but not enough to catapult them into the playoffs.
4. Jacksonville Jaguars, Not Even Close - The Jags were one of the more inconsistent teams in 2009. One week they lost 41-0 to the Seahawks, but four games later they beat the Jets in New York. The trade for Kirk Morrison really impressed me as it was very lopsided in Jacksonville's favor. It was a trade with the Raiders after all. Despite this acquisition, the Jaguars offense is not explosive enough to make up for their lackluster defense.
1. San Diego Chargers, No. 3 Seed - The Bolts remain unrivaled in their division, but last season marked the end of their domination over the Raiders. LT was the "Raider Killer" but that LT has been gone for around a season and a half. Another player who could be gone is Vincent Jackson, who is in the midst of a very serious contract dispute. So while San Diego is still the West Champion for now, the Raiders, Broncos, and Chiefs will come knocking within the next few seasons.
2. Oakland Raiders, In The Hunt - The Raiders are one more good lineman away from a solid defense. They have improved, but their defensive line is still not where they want it to be. Lamarr Houston may be the man for the job, but for now, we wait. This offseason, the Raiders addressed their offensive struggles by trading for Jason Campbell. This may be the turning point for the Raiders, as they finally have an unquestioned starter at the most important position on the field.
3. Denver Broncos, Almost There - The decline of the Denver Broncos has been overblown. They will still be competitive and I'll tell you why. Jamal Williams, Justin Bannan, and Jarvis Green enter and while they will miss the pass rushing abilities of Elvis Dumervil, their run defense will be improved. This is still a good defense, but their offense will struggle. Knowshon Moreno and Correll Buckhalter are both injured and the loss of Brandon Marshall will set them back, but Josh McDaniels will have his team fighting every week against a weak lineup of opponents.
4. Kansas City Chiefs, Almost There - The Chiefs are young and improving, but at this point, they still have some work to do. Their offense is coming together and we'll see if Matt Cassel can improve with Charlie Weis stepping in as the new offensive coordinator. Romeo Crennel also arrives as the new defensive coordinator, taking pressure off of head coach Todd Haley. The Chiefs are a season away from becoming part of what will be the most competitive division in football.
Power Rankings
Top to bottom, there is not a huge difference in talent among AFC teams. To decipher the division standings, it took more than just looking at the team. I had to look at their schedule and use individual matchups to decide who would make the playoffs and who wouldn't. The better team doesn't always make the playoffs and that was the case for the Bengals.
1. Indianapolis Colts
2. Baltimore Ravens
3. New England Patriots
4. Pittsburgh Steelers
5. San Diego Chargers
6. Cincinnati Bengals
7. Houston Texans
8. New York Jets
9. Tennessee Titans
10. Oakland Raiders
11. Miami Dolphins
12. Cleveland Browns
13. Jacksonville Jaguars
14. Denver Broncos
15. Kansas City Chiefs
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Mob boss Bulger armed the IRA by smuggling guns stashed in coffins
THE coffins carrying departed members of Boston's Irish-American clan back across the Atlantic for burial in the land of their fathers were unusually heavy. But no one suspected a thing.
"We were able to get at least five rifles, a couple of handguns, and some ammunition under a corpse," recalled Patrick Nee, an IRA sympathiser and lieutenant of the infamous Boston gangster James 'Whitey' Bulger. "Caskets were ideal for smuggling."
While enforcing a murderous protection racket around the city's south side, Bulger and Nee's Irish-American mob were also running guns to the boys back home.
Bulger (83) is likely to spend his final days in jail after finally being convicted of carrying out 11 murders and leading a lucrative crime network before going on the run from the FBI for 16 years, last week.
His two-month trial shed light on the unique underworld of 'Southie', the blue-collar district where prosecutors told the jury at Boston's federal courthouse that he and his Winter Hill Gang "ran amok".
Yet it was his support for the republican campaign against Margaret Thatcher's government more than 3,000 miles away that led directly to one of the most gruesome killings of his career.
Nee, who moved to Boston as a boy from Galway, was excused from testifying after indicating he would exercise his right not to incriminate himself. But in a memoir, he revealed the full details of the murder, and how it came about after the gang organised one of the biggest weapons shipments to the IRA.
"Whitey loved being associated with the IRA and the cause of Irish freedom," Nee recalled in his book, 'Criminal and an Irishman, The Inside Story of the Boston Mob and the IRA'.
"I think he liked the legitimacy a political cause gave him."
Living on streets dotted with IRA murals and drinking in pubs where hats were passed round to raise money for the families of IRA prisoners, Bulger's enforcers saw themselves as freedom fighters as much as gangsters. "I was a criminal with a passion: to drive the British out of Ireland," added Nee.
Early on, thousands of dollars taken during the gang's shakedowns of bookmakers were funnelled to Ireland through a representative of Noraid, the Irish republican charity in the US.
However, Bulger was urged to think bigger by Joe Cahill, one of the Provisional IRA's founders, during a meeting at The Three Os, the gang's favourite pub, nicknamed 'The Bucket of Blood'. Cahill, banned from the US over a conviction for murdering a policeman in Belfast in the 1940s, was sneaked into Boston on a coach full of fans returning from an ice hockey match in Canada.
"Lads," Cahill told them, after showing a propaganda video of British troops and RUC officers firing rubber bullets at crowds, "we need your help." Soon they were shipping 30 rifles, 25 pistols, 10 blocks of C-4 plastic explosive and 2,500 rounds of ammunition to Ireland under the false floor of a Dodge van.
The mission's success thrilled the gang and made them more ambitious. One Sunday in 1983 Bulger, Nee and others met John Crawley, a 26-year-old IRA man who had returned to Ireland after serving in an elite unit of the US Marines. They hatched a plan to buy a boat, fill it with weapons and sail it all the way to Ireland.
One September night in 1984, the shipment was loaded on to a fishing boat the gang had bought and renamed Valhalla, after the heavenly destination for martyrs of combat in Norse mythology.
The core gang had been joined by a handful of newcomers, including John McIntyre, a 31-year-old marine mechanic and drug smuggler. His loose tongue after a few drinks worried the older mobsters, but they accepted that given his seafaring expertise, "he was the guy with balls enough to cross the Atlantic".
Six vans delivered the weapons to the dock in Gloucester, 35 miles north-east of Boston. Finally, three minutes after midnight, the crew set sail.
Following a terrible journey, the weapons were transferred to an Irish boat, which was intercepted by Irish authorities after a tip-off from a British mole inside the IRA.
The Valhalla got away and back to Boston. But the very next day, the gang's problems began.
McIntyre was caught trying to enter his estranged wife's house. When police logged his details, an outstanding drink-driving charge showed up. Near breaking point after his harrowing six-week boat trip, and facing a weekend in the cells, he started to talk.
"I'd like to get out of here," he pleaded.
"And I'd just like to start living a normal life." Soon he was telling police the story of the Valhalla.
Unfortunately for him, as word of his disclosures spread through US agencies, it reached John Connolly, an FBI man who was running Bulger as an informant against rival gangsters. He promptly tipped off the mob boss.
McIntyre was lured to Nee's brother's house on the pretext of delivering beer to a party. Dragged to the basement, he was chained to a chair by Bulger, who demanded to know what he had disclosed, while a rope was tightened around his neck.
Eventually the torture from Bulger, who was waving his MAC-10 machine pistol, became too much, according to another mobster, Kevin Weeks, who gave evidence at Bulger's trial last month. "Jim says to him, 'do you want one in the head?'," he recalled. "And he says, 'yes, please'."
After Bulger obliged, McIntyre's teeth were extracted with pliers to prevent identification. Bulger "had to go upstairs and lie down" after "the release of sexual excitement from killing exhausted him," claimed Nee, who dug a 5ft hole in the ground and buried the body, which was only found 16 years later.
Bulger was last week convicted of killing McIntyre and 10 others during his reign as king of Boston's underworld, which ended in 1994 when, tipped off by Connolly that he was about to be arrested, he fled for California, where he was found hiding in 2011.
Weeks, who testified extensively against Bulger, his former boss, spent five years in jail for drug and racketeering offences, but is now free.
Nee, who was jailed for his part in the Valhalla mission, still lives in South Boston.
He denies persistent rumours that he too is a protected FBI mole. (© Daily Telegraph, London)
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This Blue Ginger standout is so simple to prepare and the peppery, garlicky sauce and lobster make one of those perfect culinary marriages; people can't get enough of it.
You'll need to break out the cleaver, or a heavy knife, to cut up the lobster. Can't swing lobster this week? Use shrimp instead. Butterfly them down the "back," keeping their shells as intact as you can, remove the sand veins, then proceed as the recipe directs, cooking them for about 3 minutes. Serve with rice or crusty bread to mop up the sauce.
Serves 4
2 tablespoons grapeseed or canola oil
3-1 1/2- to 2-pound lobsters
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 cups Black Pepper-Garlic Sauce
2 large tomatoes, cut into 12-inch dice
Juice of 1 lemon
2 scallions, green and white parts, cut 1/8 inch thick
- With a cleaver or large, heavy knife, cut the tails from the lobsters' bodies. Twist off the claws and halve each lengthwise. Cut the tails along the joints into 4 or 5 sections.
- Heat a wok or large sauté pan over high heat. Add the oil and swirl to coat the pan. Add half the lobster and stir-fry until the shells turn red, 3 to 4 minutes; remove and reserve. Repeat with the remaining lobster pieces. Return the reserved lobster to the wok and add the wine. Cook over high heat until the wine has reduced to 2 tablespoons, about 2 minutes. Add the Black Pepper-Garlic Sauce, tomatoes, and lemon juice, stir, and bring just to a simmer. Do not allow the mixture to boil or the sauce may break. Garnish with scallions and serve immediately.
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The first topic of discussion was that of last year's Rage launch. John was quite apologetic about how it went, especially in terms of PC support. For a good portion of users out there, it simply would not work due to driver issues on the AMD side. The amount of lessons they learned from Rage were tremendous. iD simply cannot afford to release two games in one decade. Rage took some six plus years of development. Consider that Doom 3 was released in 2004, and we did not see Rage until Fall 2011. The technology in Rage is a big step up due to the use of iD Tech 5, and the art assets of the title are very impressive.
iD also made some big mistakes in how they have marketed the title. Many people were assuming that it would be a title more in line with Bethesda's Fallout 3 with a lot of RPG type missions and storyline. Instead of a 80 hour title that one would expect, it was a 10+ hour action title. So marketing needs to create a better representation of what the game entails. They also need to stay a bit more focused on what they will be delivering, and be able to do so in a timely manner.
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It took a lot longer than we expected but Portland (Ore.) Benson Tech defensive lineman Myles Wade finally received that elusive second scholarship offer. Oregon State was the first school to offer way back in September and the talented tackle now has an offer from his childhood favorite.
Wade, 6-2, 300 pounds is one of the elite defensive line prospects in the West region. He had a dominant showing at the NIKE Camp in Oregon a year ago where he clocked a 5.10 in the 40, 4.47 in the shuttle, jumped 28 inches in the vertical and did 25 reps on the bench. He also dominated in the position and one on one drills and is likely the top prospect in the state for the class of 2007.
As for the new offer, Wade said the hometown Oregon Ducks just offered over the weekend.
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"Oregon was my favorite school growing up so I was really excited about the offer," Wade said. "I've probably been to about 11 Civil War games growing up and also rooted for Oregon. Having an offer from both in-state schools means a lot to me and the two are probably my co-leaders right now. Oregon State was my leader since they were the first school to offer but now that Oregon has offered, I would put those two as my favorites.
"Washington and Colorado are both recruiting me hard too and it sounds like they could be close to offering as well. Notre Dame is going to be coming by the high school next week and I'm hearing a lot from USC, UCLA and Michigan right now too. My top five would be the two Oregon schools followed by UCLA, Washington and USC.
"I'm going to camp with both Oregon and Oregon State and then either UCLA or USC, I'm not sure which one right now. If it work out schedule wise, I would try and attend a day at each of the schools but I need to check on that and see when the dates are."
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We are taking these kids from bubble one to bubble 7 on that flow chart.We feed off of each other. The Nar. The Dem. The Rep. We progress through the presentation each of us will chime in and talk at appropriate times. Post how/when/where/why you would be talking as a Nar. Dem. or Rep.
Courtney first narrator in one group:
Hey guys were are from Fairmont State University, and we are here to talk to you guys about the election process and the upcoming election. But before we begin, we have a few questions for you. Then I will ask them to give some of their favorite music artists. After I get five or six different artists, I will then have them vote on them again and narrow it down to two artists. From there the kids will vote a final time and come up with a winner.
The Tie In- All of these artists you guys named decided to become musicians and decided what kind of music they wanted to sing, just like with the presidential candidates. So now you have the opportunity to vote on which musician you like the best. This is very similar to how your parents will be voting on the presidential candidate which they feel is best suited to their tastes to run the country for the next four years. Your parents will be going on the first Tuesday of November to cast their vote which is extremely important that they do so because... okay so i went brain dead on how to explain the importance, could someone help me out?
their vote, like yours shows what they think is important in a person. This fall your parents will choose between two parties the Democrats *enter representative* and Republicans *enter representative*.
Why'd you all vote the way you did? Because you like them the most, right? You like the way they sing, the way they look, what they wear. Well your parents choose a president based on how much they like him or her too. Only they choose for different reasons. Here, let the Democrat tell you about himself, and the Republican tell you about herself and their values.
OK, this is what I have so far. I won't say it this formal, but I wrote it kinda that way to make it easier for me to adjust later.
If he is elected president, McCain plans to focus on the economy. He wants to lower taxes for big businesses to bring them back to this country and providing jobs for our people, and lower taxes for the small businesses to make it easier for them to thrive. He also wants to have a summer gas tax holiday, halting the federal tax from memorial day to labor day. McCain has also proposed a plan to help us be independent from foreign oil supplies by turning to other resources, such as battery and nuclear power, clean coal solutions, and even tax cuts for buying cars with lower carbon emissions. This will strengthen our country's security and help our environment. McCain has plans for health care, too, such as making it more accessible with ideas like more walk-in clinics, and more affordable with cheaper healthcare plans. On the war in Iraq, McCain does not want immediate removal, but he wants to finish it quickly and victoriously and find al Qaeda and Osama bin Laden.
this is where we can introduce our idea of a flow chart. The first bubble is a candidate makes a choice to run for an office and we say that they chose to run for an office because they think their values are best for the country, and think people will agree with them. From there *just as wer're about to loose the kid's attention* we compare this to their favorite musicians again. Each musician has a music style they think is best, and plays it. From there we can introduce the idea of several people in each party running against each other to become the nominee. Any takers on how exactly to go about that?
Okay so we talk about how we arrived at narrowing our vote to two people from several, and say that in each state the Republicans vote amongst several choices and the Democrats vote amongst several choices. These different people want votes from their party (A bubble to fill in!) They might have heard of Mike Huckabee, or Ron Paul. On the other side maybe they heard about Hillary Clinton, or John Edwards. Explain that these were all choices in the PRIMARY ELECTION (another bubble for them to fill in).
During this process we would have the Rep. and the Dem. each chiming in about how only members of their party vote in their primary. They would do their job of bringing to the kids what exactly it means to be a Rep. or a Dem. and it may seem hard to do that for a 5th grader, but that's why it is the Party Representatives only real role in the presentation. Bring the situation to life! Talk about abstracts like freedom, and relate it to everyday activities of the kids. Develop your own personal stand point and really relate to the idea of what it is to be your party, then let it flow out to the kids. If you have a strong believe that your party stand for something let them know it. Remember, Representatives jobs is to get the kids to vote for you!
Okay guys, now I really need some help. Please please please tell me how to go about the Conventions. Thanks!
convention akin to big party to rally base. Balloons streamers, confette loud people. so on....
Media focuses on them from that point on until november 4th. Media bias. Electoral College.
Outline Introduction
Bubble 1- Candidates announce they are running -Music tie in -Make list of music favorites
Bubble 2- Delegates-people who represent in favor of the candidate -Music fans
Bubble 3-Primary Elections -Narrow down the music favorites
Bubble 4-Conventions -Party-Concert-Opening acts
Bubble 5-General Elections -Final vote of favorites
Bubble 6-Electoral College-make small states matter (6 million people in NYC and only about 3 million in all of WV) -All teachers would get together and vote
Bubble 7-Inauguration -Final decision
OK so here is the stuff we need to work on: -six bands at max -a couple reasons why they would vote for each band -to focus more on the candidates -use less "you guys" -to give them handouts with bubbles already drawn -to make posters of the bubbles -to have the candidates make speeches during the conventions -and to have a handout of a map of the electoral college
now i can make the handouts and give them to Fran to make copies of its not a problem but someone will have to give her the construction paper and i know Justine is going to walmart tonight so she has that part and my group is meeting in the library tomorrow at 12:30 to finish our presentation and make the posters so if anyone else would like to join feel free
are the handouts going to be copied on the construction paper? or can Fran just copy on some colorful paper? that may be easier. I forgot to purchase construction paper. I just got the posters and some markers. Kinda confused on everything.
some notes from meeting - remember to include relatives with parents just to be safe in that area. mention debates. ryan and chelsea are focusing more on the issues. start out with two kinds of music and have kids name within those lines.
Group B:b decided to add an additional bubble to the flow chart between bubbles 4 and 5 to include the fact that the candidate travel around to different states and debate over the issues to win voters. This will also aid in explaining the electoral college since we can pmphasize on the point that it helps small states matter, so Obama and McCain do visit smaller states like WEst Virginia instead of just focusing on the larger ones like Texas and California.
does anyone think we should create posters that say "Democrat" and "Republican" just to keep it clear?


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Thanks so much!
Please clarify a few things for me because we are weeks into the camp and I am lost.
1) I have not been able to participate in the live sessions, but, can I access the session later as a recording using Elluminate?
If so, how do I go about doing that? My computer has previously used Elluminate and I additionally double checked to see that it is up-to-date.
2) I have heard something about a wiki. Is there one for this camp?
3) I've been reading the discussion boards, but, what other resources are available to participate?
4) Are there specific directions or resources to guide you through the weekly topics?
I think those are my biggest burning questions at this point. Thanks in advance for your assistance,
Denise Culver
Hi Denise,
Here are some resources to help you catch up:
1. Webinars are recorded and available online. You will not need to launch Elluminate to listen. This page includes all the links to recordings: http://www.edutopia.org/project-based-learning-summer-camp
2. Wiki is here: http://pblcamp.pbworks.com/
Once you join the wiki, you can create your own page, join a project team or create a new one, etc. Tutorials to help with technology are also available on the wiki.
3. Discussion boards continue to offer a place to have conversations with others in this community. Look for the PBL Camp thread for your grade level.
4. We have been suggesting activities each week to guide you through the project planning process. You can find an archive of weekly activities on the wiki (look in Navigator panel on right for archives).
We still have a full week of camp left--so please jump right in! It's a great community.
I have just been informed that I am going to have a lifeskill class this year. My principal wants us to use only projects with these students. The students will be from pre-k-12th grade. Two questions: (2) Will someone out there please send me examples of "project" along with lesson plans on how you implemented the projects.(2)Eoes anyone have material that was developed or used by Marva Collins that they would not mind getting rid of? If so please let me know!
James Robinson
I just saw an episode of AquaKids on the Saturday morning TV. This is an awesome resource for our Gulf Oil projects. Their website has much to offer along with valuable links to more experts. www.AquaKids.TV Suzie, you may want to add this group of folks to your expert list when considering contacts for student involved environmental projects.
[quote] This is an awesome resource for our Gulf Oil projects. [/quote]
Thanks for sharing this. Looks like a good resource, especially for engaging with experts. I'm adding to the wiki Resources page right now. PBL Campers: If your projects focus on marine animals, you'll find some useful links here.
Thanks to all our experts and encouragers for this great opportunity. I have learned so much in this group. I apologize for fizzling this last week or so but the rubber hit the road at school and I was overwhelmed. We will go forward with some type of PBL project but I have found that it is taking on somewhat of a different shape than I envisioned now that I am working with my "on-site" partners who have not had the benefit of this great group. I'll keep plugging and teaching and we'll take it as far as we can. I'm counting on the students' adoption of the projects to help move this forward. I'll try to post on the wiki and update occassionally.
Will there be another PBL camp?
Hi Shannon - We're currently slated to do another camp this summer, though we're still working out the details about what it's going to be. Do folks want another PBL Camp or should we try something else? (Social and Emotional Learning, Using Social Media in the Classroom are a couple of other ideas on the table.)
I'd like to do another PBL camp, possibly with a focus on how PBL can broaden 21st century skills.


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Robo-Journalism and the Future of Religion Writing
Last week, in my Writing Across the Media course, I showed a video, produced by The Washington Post, about how sports articles are being written by computer programs. Perhaps you've heard of this. The thinking is that many sports news stories are rather formulaic, and so, given the right data, a computer program can pump out stories that overburdened sports writers can't get to. For now, this means mostly local stories about high school teams.
I asked my students, all Communications majors, to consider what this means for their futures. Some felt that this kind of thing is inevitable, and they would just need to adapt. Others lamented this move, but didn't see it as a serious threat to journalism. Still others thought that the computers must be stopped before they take over the world, Terminator-style.
As a person who long ago developed the mantra that I don't want to do any work that a machine can do for me — probably this is a result of being raised on the optimistic science fiction of Star Trek — I too feel torn about this development. I mean, I'm a writer, and I don't want to lose my job to a computer, but, on the other hand, I don't want to write formulaic news stories either. In fact, as I teach those same students the inverted pyramid model, as I drill into their heads the word-length requirements for an effective lead, and as I mark down their assignments for deviating from these rigid requirements, I sometimes feel like I'm squelching their creativity. I remedy this by insisting that you must learn the rules before you can break them.
And I really believe this. It is important for aspiring journalists to learn the tried and true methods for covering the news, but I jump for joy whenever I see them move beyond the formula into new territory. This is a tension that has long existed in journalism. It is a service, after all, and the reader needs to be able to get the news in a way that is quick and efficient. And yet, it is also an art. Writing is a creative craft.
When I take these two things together, the fact that computers can now spit out formulaic journalism, and my desire to see my students move from service to craft, I end up feeling less worried about so-called auto-journalism and more optimistic about journalism's future. Perhaps if computers are writing the basic news stories for us, journalists are freed up to write the kind of stories that computers will never be able to produce — news analysis, feature stories, profiles, and longer narratives.
It seems this is already where journalism is heading. If you look at the proliferation of #Longreads (thanks in part to the tireless work of our own David Sessions), and the investment by billionaires into struggling news agencies as well as the very recent news that eBay founder Pierre Omidyar is sinking $250 million into a news agency dedicated to investigative journalism, it appears that long-form, dare I say more "literary" journalism is on the rise. In other encouraging news, more directly related to the interests of this site, the recent appointment of my friend and editor Patton Dodd — who holds a PhD in Literature and Religion and studied, among other things, New Journalism — to head the new "On Faith" site as it spins off from The Washington Post, means that we'll likely see more of this kind of writing around religion. Of course, the new "On Faith" will be joining others like "Religion Dispatches" and "Religion and Politics," which have already opened up space for this kind of writing.
So I have no reason to fear that we'll be subject to computer overlords in the near future. Rather, I'm excited to see new opportunities open for those of us who want to consider religion beyond the inverted pyramid. This is a much needed shift because such a complex topic has never fit well into the limited hard news story anyway.
Here's hoping that Patrol will play its own little part in this potentially monumental shift.
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Jim says:
Reminds me of what happened to obituary writing. At one time, obits were a joy to read but now they could be (and may already be) written by computers. Fill in the blanks…spit it out.
Incidentally, I recommend Marilyn Johnson's "The Dead Beat: Lost Souls, Lucky Stiffs and the Perverse Pleasures of Obituaries" along these lines. Your students would enjoy it too.
Gary Horsman says:
I don't think writers have anything to fear from what The Washington Post is citing in terms of automated sports stories. The reference is likely to those stories focused on game recaps where play stats are wrapped inside a set of standard sentence structures.
So, for example, Player X grounds out to advance Player Y from second base to third base and place him in scoring position. Just plug in the names and it seems like natural writing when it's just glorified game statistics.
But for the rest of human events, there are no pre-ordained set of game actions that follow in a logical sequence to a conclusion or quantifiable score.
That this kind of wild extrapolation can still be conjured shows some naiveté about technology and what it can and cannot do. It is at times seemingly magic, but there is an underlying logic to what computers are capable of that should help people understand that they are still incapable of the most human of abilities vital to journalism: original thought.
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Comedian/actor/writer Brian Posehn is currently writing on Charlie Sheen's new comedy, Anger Management (FX). He has most recently co-starred in Universal's feature, The Five-Year Engagement, directed Nick Stoller and produced by Judd Apatow. He also starred for three seasons in Comedy Central's popular show, The Sarah Silverman Program, and toured as one of the original members of the Comedians of Comedy.
Besides writing and performing on HBO's acclaimed Mr. Show, he has appeared in sitcoms such as Just Shoot Me, Seinfeld, NewsRadio, Everybody Loves Raymond, and Friends.
Brian has also appeared in several movies, including Rob Zombie's The Devil's Rejects, Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer, Sex Drive, and Surfs Up.
In 2009 Brian wrote an episode of The Sarah Silverman Program and wrote the story for a Metalocalypse episode (Adult Swim). He also made an appearance in the Judd Apatow film Funny People, and also directed a video for the hilarious hair metal band, Steel Panther.
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Motorola ATRIX 3 listed on Bluetooth SIG
The Motorola MB886 will feature a touchscreen with HD720p resolution with a Qualcomm dual-core S4 processor under the hood and 1GB of RAM aboard. The camera will be a major focus here with a 13MP sensor. There will also be a front-facing shooter so you can take self-portraits for the egotist in you, and enable video chats. The Motorola ATRIX 3 will also launch with Android 4.0 installed and feature both LTE and HSPA+ connectivity. We should see this tagged at about $199.99 with a 2-year pact with a launch via AT&T as soon as next month.
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1. snowgator (Posts: 3604; Member since: 19 Jan 2011)
Business is about to pick up, AT&T users......
2. Non_Sequitur (Posts: 1111; Member since: 16 Mar 2012)
On-screen buttons.
Badassery at its finest.
But only 1 GB of RAM? D:
3. rpankaj (Posts: 29; Member since: 21 Jun 2012)
u want 16 gb ram??? lolz
4. Femto (Posts: 61; Member since: 21 Mar 2012)
Anyone think that's an optical mouse down there?
5. Femto (Posts: 61; Member since: 21 Mar 2012)
Dang it hell. Saw a close-up. Just the AT&T logo :/
6. KingKurogiii (Posts: 5713; Member since: 23 Oct 2011)
7. shadowcell (Posts: 300; Member since: 28 Mar 2012)
Pack in the Razr Maxx battery and we're in business. I wonder if this is the Razr HD variant Verizon will be getting.
Also, please be sure to have ICS pre-installed. It would be embarrassing to see another Gingerbread phone on a top-tier smartphone.
14. nnaatthhaannx2 (Posts: 820; Member since: 19 Oct 2011)
Well the Atrix 2 was probably the closest thing to the razr when it came out, so maybe the Atrix 3 will come out, then a few months or so later, a new Razr... aka Razr HD... or Razr 2.
It's going to have ICS, no way Moto will do without it.
8. WirelessCon (Posts: 311; Member since: 11 May 2010)
I wonder what the screen size will be?
Motorola reception is usually quite good in rural areas.
Looks like a substantial bezel.
Will it be pure Android, or is Motoblur still a legacy from pre-Google Mototola?
15. nnaatthhaannx2 (Posts: 820; Member since: 19 Oct 2011)
Motoblur is now minimal on ICS.
So it won't be that bad either way.
9. SmartPhoneStream (Posts: 162; Member since: 21 Jun 2012)
I think AT&T has a big advantage over Verizon in that even though there LTE Network is much smaller, There HSPA+ network is very large and being able to put both into a phone/tablet is a big advantage Where Verizon only has one 4G Network, LTE and where that isn't available Verizon Customers (like me) will have to resort to there slow Rev.A 3G
10. monkeyfeet (Posts: 32; Member since: 27 Jan 2011)
On the upside, Verizon's 3G is pretty much everywhere that they provide service and it's much better than EDGE. Its one of the reasons that I picked Verizon over AT&T. Also, 700kbps isn't that slow, its good enough for me to stream Pandora while driving around in areas without LTE.
16. WirelessCon (Posts: 311; Member since: 11 May 2010)
Mbs per square foot of coverage, At&t is far and above every other carrier.
Too bad they got rid of unlimited data, they could do some serious contract numbers with a cheap unlimited data plan.
They should want to bring new customers in, and bring old customers back at the same time, too bad they see short term profits over long term profits.
11. sid07desai (Posts: 290; Member since: 03 May 2012)
should've done some battery optimization. Like the Droid Razr Maxx. Then it would be interesting.
12. Carlitos (Posts: 580; Member since: 23 Oct 2011)
I really hope, the phone supports, the New Ti-omap, instead.


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BEIJING — A major Chinese government news service used a racist slur to describe the departing U.S. ambassador in a mean-spirited editorial Friday that drew widespread public condemnation in China.
The column — which called Gary Locke a "rotten banana," a guide dog for the blind, and a plague — reflected Chinese nationalists' acute loathing of the first Chinese-American to have been Washington's top envoy to Beijing.
Mr. Locke's ethnic background interested the Chinese government and people. He won public applause for carrying his own bag and flying economy class, but drew criticism from Beijing as his demeanour was an unwelcome contrast to Chinese officials' privileges and entitlements.
Asked about the China News Service commentary, U.S. State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki said, "We are not going to dignify the name-calling in that editorial with a response."
In his 2½ years in Beijing, Mr. Locke oversaw the defusing of two delicate diplomatic episodes when a powerful police chief fled to a U.S. consulate and a blind activist sought shelter in the embassy. Ordinary Chinese also credit him with publicizing the dangers posed by the tiny pollutant PM2.5 and severity of China's foul air by posting the embassy's hourly readings of air quality.
Meanwhile, editorials in Chinese state media turned from initial reservation to unfriendliness to insolence.
"I think it shows the unfriendliness and impoliteness by the Chinese government toward Gary Locke, and it is without the manners and dignity of a major power," legal scholar Hao Jinsong said. "It is unfitting of China's status as a diplomatic power. As a Chinese, I am very angry and feel ashamed of it."
The editorial "Farewell, Gary Locke" referred to the ambassador's identity as a third-generation Chinese-American, calling him a "banana," a racial term for Asians who identify with Western values.
"But when a banana sits out for long, its yellow peels will always rot, not only revealing its white core but also turning into the stomach-churning colour of black," it read.
'When you call him a plague, you become a national shame'
The author Wang Ping — likely a pseudonym — slammed Mr. Locke's image as an official judicious with public funds, saying he was a hypocrite for using a multimillion-dollar official residence and bullet-proof luxury vehicle.
The piece shocked some Chinese, who called it distasteful and offensive.
"This article by China News Service is the most shameless I have ever seen — not one of them but the most shameless," the popular online commentator Yao Bo said. "Without him, we probably still would not have known what PM2.5 is."
Added commentator Fastop Liu, known for his sharp tongue, "When you call him a plague, you become a national shame as you lack diplomatic etiquette, damage the manner of a great power, and lose the face of all Chinese."
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Police officers in New Haven, Conn. put some ingenuity and talent to use to flush out two men who had barricaded themselves inside a partially-empty house. The joke is on the suspects as they were fooled into abandoning their hiding place.
Two men had managed to out-drive police during a car chase and sought refuge on the second floor of a mostly-empty house. The Yale Daily News reports that the officers then "channeled their inner Monty Python characters by using the first and most absurd tactic that occurred to them: threatening to send in a police dog despite lacking exactly that."
To add credibility to the ruse, one officer put his sound effect talent to use by imitating a barking dog. No Scooby Doo. No yappy chihuahua. Just the sound of one vicious-sounding, growling, snarling, barking dog.
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Nov. 20, 2001
To a Very Beautiful Lady
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Poem: "To a Very Beautiful Lady," by Ruthven Todd.
To a Very Beautiful Lady
And when you walk the world lifts up its head,
Planets are haloed by the unembarrassed stars,
The town lies fallow at your feet, the ancient dead
Recall their loves, their queens and emperors,
Their shepherds and the quiet pastoral scene.
For less than you Troy burned and Egypt fell,
The corn was blasted while it still stood green,
And Faustus went protesting into Hell.
Be careful, sweet, adored by half the world,
Time to its darlings is not always kind,
There lie the lovelies whom the years have scored
Deeper than all the hearts which once repined.
The knife you hold could cut an empire low
Or in your own breast place the suicidal blow.
It's the birthday of South African novelist Nadine Gordimer, born in Springs, South Africa (1923). She's the author of 16 collections of short stories and 13 novels, most of which explore the issue of race in her homeland. They include A Guest of Honor (1970); The Conservationist (1974), which won the Booker Prize in Great Britain; and The House Gun (1998). Gordimer was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1991, and has served as a member of the African National Congress. She has said: "People make the mistake of regarding commitment as something solely political. A writer is committed to trying to make sense of life. It's a search. So there is that commitment first of all: the commitment to the honesty and determination to go as deeply into things as possible, and to dredge up what little bit of truth you with your talent can then express."
It's the birthday of Swedish novelist Selma Ottiliana Lovisa Lagerlöf, born in Mårbacka, Värmland, Sweden (1858). She was raised on her family's estate in rural Sweden, where she grew up listening to legends and fairy tales at her grandfather's knee. She left home at 23, to become a teacher at a girl's school. During her years as a teacher, she began to write a novel, published in 1891 as Gösta Berling's Saga (The Story of Gösta Berling). This first novel remained her best known work until 1906, when she published The Wonderful Adventures of Nils, about a young boy's adventures while traveling over Sweden on the back of a wild goose. In 1909, she became the first woman to receive the Nobel Prize for Literature.
On this day in 1820, the 280-ton whale-ship Essex, out of Nantucket, was attacked and sunk by a sperm whale, west of the Galapagos Islands in the Pacific Ocean. Twenty crew members escaped from the wreckage on three open boats. Three months later, two of those boats were found and rescued. Only eight crew members remained. Of those who died, seven died of natural causes and were eaten by their shipmates. On one of the boats, lots were drawn and a cabin boy, Owen Coffin, was shot and eaten. One of the survivors, Owen Chase, wrote up an account of the ordeal, which he called A Narrative of the Most Extraordinary and Distressing Shipwreck of the Whaleship Essex, which was published in 1821. Twenty years later, in 1841, Owen Chase was the captain of the whaler "Acushnet," commanding a crew that included a young foremast hand named Herman Melville. The captain's history was a topic of constant discussion among the crew, and an intrigued Melville finally managed to get his hands on a copy of the captain's book. He read the book on the voyage, which covered some of the same waters as the "Essex" did 20 years earlier. He wrote: "The reading of this wondrous story upon the landless sea, and close to the very latitude of the shipwreck, had a surprising effect on me." A few years later, Melville was inspired by the story of the whale-ship "Essex" to start work on his masterpiece, Moby Dick (1851).
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HAMPSHIRE TV stars Fiona Phillips and Amanda Holden are among a raft of celebrities backing a national dementia campaign.
Former GMTV presenter Fiona, who grew up in Millbrook, joins former Bishop's Waltham schoolgirl and Britain's Got Talent star Amanda in calling for better awareness into the debilitating illness and Alzheimer's.
Now their efforts have been backed by Hampshire County Council which has thrown its weight behind the bid to put a spotlight on the conditions.
It's thought that one in three people is affected by Alzheimer's disease or dementia, which research suggests frightens elderly people more than the prospect of being diagnosed with cancer.
Fiona and Amanda appear alongside fellow celebrities Paul McCartney, Lily Allen and Coldplay's Chris Martin in the Alzheimer's Society and Public Health England's Dementia Friends campaign, in which they perform a cover of the Beatles' classic With A Little Help From My Friends.
The disease is close to the heart of Fiona, 53, who watched both of her parents suffer from the condition.
Her father Neville Phillips passed away in 2012, aged 76, after a five-year battle, while it had previously claimed the life of mum Amy in 2006.
Fiona, who attended Millbrook Community School, has been a long-term campaigner for better understanding of and research into Alzheimer's.
The county council's backing comes as it pushed to create dementia-friendly communities across the county through the Dementia Friendly Hampshire programme. The initiative was launched last year and 150 businesses and services in the county have already committed their support.
Four dementia-friendly high streets – Fareham, Romsey, Lyndhurst and Fleet – are up and running, 90 consultation and 130 awareness events have been held, and 11 dementia ambassadors appointed so far.
Cllr Liz Fairhurst, the council's executive member for adult social care and public health, said: "I am very proud that Hampshire has been at the forefront of the dementia friendly communities work nationally.
"Over the past year Dementia Friendly Hampshire has been working to create communities where people with dementia can live well and feel able to make a valued contribution.
"I would really like to encourage Hampshire residents and businesses to get involved as the more people who join us, the greater the difference we can collectively make to improving the quality of life for people with dementia, their families and carers."


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The Center for Women's and Gender Studies presents "The Power and Pain of Invisibility: Understanding Gender and Men's Mental Health," a talk by Michael Addis, the former chair of the psychology department at Clark University.
How can men as a group be so audible, so visible and in such positions of power in society, while at the same time struggling individually with private pain that can prove powerfully destructive to themselves and others? Dr. Addis will explore this and other paradoxes of men's mental health. Integrating theory and research from social, developmental and clinical psychology, he will argue that men's mental health is one of the final frontiers in the psychology of gender. Furthermore, our collective inattention to the problems of silence and invisibility in men's lives contributes to a substantial public health burden including depression, suicide, substance abuse and violent crime. Progress can come through enhancing our awareness of the way silence and invisibility operate in men's lives week to week, day to day, and moment to moment.
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In a large clinical trial, ashwagandha reduced levels of the hormone cortisol by up to 26% while maintaining already normal blood sugar levels and lipid profiles. Subjects who took the standardized ashwagandha extract reported improvements in energy, sleep and well-being, as well as diminished fatigue. Additional research suggests that ashwagandha confers neuroprotection by supporting the regeneration of axons and dendrites, nerve cell components that support brain and nervous system function.
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5 Things You Might Be Doing Wrong To Look Good
5 things you might be doing wrong:
Fashion is indeed the artiest and the most desirable affair yet it is the most heart breaking too. Yes artiest because not every other person is that good at fashion affair and heart breaking because it often disappoints people's hopes and expectation. In this time of men's beautification one is simply compelled to run this style and looks race. And the new grooming technologies have made our life easier yet complicated because it has added more into our to-do lists and on the other hand it has given us the hope to keep tracing the ideas but in order to keep trace there can be couple of things you may have got wrong. Here are 5 things you might be doing wrong that you must correct.
5 things you might be doing wrong to look good:
Men are so fashion conscious these days that they are ready to do almost anything for good appearance and handsome look. But the question is, whether the approach is correct? Definitely not! Going to any of the extremes for a good handsome looks is an idea that should not be brought into practice. And often I have seen people trying and going for hazardous products and ways.
Also read: The difference between a handsome and a smart guy.
The first thing that people do wrong for the sake of having a good look is using inappropriate, low quality grooming products. These products can sometimes give you a desired look but in the long run these products end up with different problems. For example, a third class bleach cream may get you rashes on the skin and with prolong use it can cause skin cancers. Similarly a low quality hair gel may end up giving you a hair fall or rough hair. See, the idea of having a good look is not a temporary but a permanent one.
The next thing that people often do wrong is following every fashion at all cost. This idea is highly unappreciated and detested. To achieve the best look it is not at all necessary to run after every damn fashion. Know your personality and position and only then you can wisely pick and choose fashion that suits you.
Also read: Don't follow all ramp trends, they aren't worth it.
The next thing is not experimenting. If you are young then you should always experiment with your styles. Going with the flow is acceptable but uniqueness is always noticed. Yes you should follow the most popular trends but with wisdom. For example if you always wear greys, blues, whites and black then this year you should better try wearing light yellow or brown or green etc.
The next thing that we do wrong is focus on our outer look only. We usually focus on looking good but do you really know that there is no comparison to your natural beauty? People often diet hard to control their physique but they often lose freshness due to long hours of not eating, their body is not nourished with desired nutrients and so on. So it is very necessary to diet wisely after seeking a professional's advice.
Another thing that you often do wrong is imitating others. A style may look good on you but one cannot be that sure if it will look as good on me as it looks on you or not. Inspirations are always healthy and fruitful but copying is not at all appreciated. Similarly do not try to hide your age by wearing clothes that do not match your personality. Therefore dress according to your age. Aging is decency.
So the list of don'ts is long going but the above mentioned few one's are really important to take care of. Be stylish with these few tips because it's all about looking good.


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Review for Education Through Music, Inc., New York, NY, USA
Late August we received word that our music teacher was leaving our school. A friend of mine told me about Education Through Music (ETM). At the time, we were looking for someone with a commitment to making sure every student in our school had meaningful access to music. It was beyond our wildest hopes that this teacher could also make important interdisciplinary connections between music and other academic content areas. As we all know, arts programs are typically the first to suffer in times of economic hardship. Faced with rapidly diminishing budgets administrators often eliminate the arts—very often leaving students that perhaps most need creative and inspiration outlets high and dry.
The teacher—Jason—now working with us through ETM is, in a word, amazing. He is completely open and welcoming to all students, firmly believing that every student in our building can learn. Along with the phenomenal work he does every day in the school, the ETM program has given our teachers support in connecting music to other classrooms—showing them how music is integral to student development both academically and socially.
I firmly believe in arts education, but as one of those aforementioned principals I was dreading facing the increasing budget crisis in our district. I was sure that my students—in one of the most impoverished districts in New York City—would suffer because I would be forced to dismantle any sort of arts education in our school. I do not think I am over-exaggerating when I say that ETM has already been enormously influential and has given many of our students life-changing opportunities: in terms of their sense of self-worth, their appreciation of the arts, and their ability to connect the arts to every day life in and out of the classroom.
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What to see & do
Lincolnville and the surrounding region is full of exciting attractions. Visit the TakeMe2 Lincolnville site to read more about Lincolnville, Maine and the local attractions or alternatively, check out TakeMe2 Camden for more interesting attractions just a short 8 minute drive from Lincolnville, Maine.
more infoAccess to Point Look Out Fitness Center
more infoSailing, cycling and kayaking
more infoSailing Instruction on Norton Pond with the Lincolnville Boat Club
more infoWine tasting at lincolnville's Cellardoor Vineyard
Day sail on one of the Windjammers
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Places to Visit and Points of Interest
more infoEnjoy the Owls Head Transportation Museum with its weekend shows and famous antique automobile auctions.
more infoTour our Lincolnville Windsor Chairmakers
more infoHand made hooked rugs, weaving and chair caning by Diane & Wally O'Brien
Andrew's Brewing Company - We have our own Lincolnville beer. Come taste it at The Whale's Tooth Pub
more infoLincolnville Historical Society and School House Museum
more infoVisit the Maine Maritime Museum in Searsport, Maine
Visit our local Art Galleries and Maine Crafts
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207-236-8683 Bearse Art Gallery - U.S. Route 1, Camden Maine
207-789-5376Maine Artisans Collective - Lincolnville Beach, Maine
Golfing in the Area
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207-338-2270Northport Golf Club - 9 holes
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Day Trips & Activities
Enjoy day trips to the nearby picturesque villages of Castine, Stonington, Spruce Head and Port Clyde. Winter activities include skiing at the Snowbowl, Tobogganing at the Snow Bowl or Cross Country Skiing at Tanglewood (Camden Hills State Park).
Festivals and Cultural Events
Head over to www.visitlincolnville.com to review the dates of our "Village Happenings". We have a Strawberry Festival, Blueberry Wing Ding, Lincolnville Band concerts at Norton Pond, Art at the Beach and Community Bean Suppers and BBQ's throughout the summer.
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Spring Auto Festival and Antique Aeroplane Show
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Maine Home & Design Show in Lincolnville Maine
Father's Day, Special Menu at The Whale's Tooth Pub
Local Festivities and celebrations, Fire works
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North Atlantic Blues festival- Rockland
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Arts in the Park-Belfast
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Maine Celtic Celebrations-Belfast
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Maine Lobster Festival-Rockland
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Maine Boats, Home & Harbor Show
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Maine Antiques Festival- Union Maine
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Annual Windjammer Weekend- Camden
Fall Foliage Season begins
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Harvest Festival-Cellardoor Vineyard
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Pop!Tech Conference-Camden
Christmas by the Sea, Camden, Rockport Lincolnville
Bonfire at Lincolnville Beach
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Sooner4OU Commentary: This is so good to see as this historic rivalry is one of the best ever and one of the nost revered in college football. It was tragic when Nebraska left for the Big Ten largely because of the Longhorns and this home and home series will help soothe those of us that have enjoyed this rivalry for so long. What do you think?
Article Excerpt: One of the most respected rivalries in all of college football could be renewed starting in 2012 as the Omaha World Herald is reporting both Oklahoma and Nebraska have reached an agreement in principle.
According to a report from the Omaha World Herald, Oklahoma and Nebraska have reached an agreement to renew their rivalry with a home-and-home series starting in 2021. The story states that the first game is expected to be in Norman with the Sooners making the return trip to Lincoln in 2022.
There has been talk from both sides about renewing one of the most respected rivalries ever since the Huskers left the Big 12 Conference. It's something everyone involved, from the schools to the respective fan bases, had expressed a great deal of interest in so news of a pending agreement is very exciting (even if they are nine years away).
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MILWAUKEE (WITI) — A fundraiser has been planned for this weekend to help Sierra Guyton's family with mounting medical bills. This after there was a discussion late last week about pulling Guyton from life support.
"We're praying to God daily," said Pastor Darnell Turner.
Pastor Turner with Evergreen Missionary Baptist Church is friends with Sierra Guyton's aunt.
"We are looking for a miracle. We are praying for the best," Pastor Turner said.
On May 21, a beautiful spring day, a gun battle broke out near 28th and Clarke.
Sierra Guyton was playing on a playground in the area when she was caught in the crossfire. The little girl was shot in the head. She has been clinging to life in the hospital ever since.
"As a result of this gun violence, her life has been changed forever. It's devastating," Pastor Turner said.
Late last week, the family spoke with doctors about Sierra Guyton's condition. Her grandmother says the bullets took Sierra's sight.
She is no longer on pain medication, but she cannot eat or breathe by herself.
Last week, doctors and the family talked about taking Sierra off life-support, but the family chose to continue her care.
The little girl's family is hopeful they will somehow find a miracle that will allow Sierra Guyton to survive and thrive.
"It has just robbed this baby of her future," Pastor Turner said.
Turner is organizing a fundraiser for the family set to occur this Saturday, June 14.
There will be a barbecue at the church. The event will raise money to assist the family with mounting medical bills.
"Hundreds of thousands. Hospital stays — they're not cheap. All the proceeds that will be raised will go directly to this family," Pastor Turner said.
The little girl's grandmother says if she is able to leave the hospital one day, she will require 24-hour supervision.
"We want to keep that family in prayer — but ultimately, God has the last say," Pastor Turner said.
Sylvester Lewis, 18, and Jamey Jackson, 28, are charged in the case.
Lewis faces one count of first-degree reckless injury, one count of first-degree recklessly endangering safety and one count of possession of a firearm by a felon.
Jackson faces one count of possession of a firearm by a felon.
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Well done Manon, looks like between her and Rach they could smash the rest of them this year
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Hoping Manon runs Rachel closer this year, should be interesting as Rachel is the bigger more powerful rider and Manon is the more technically gifted. Would be ace if ratboy gets a podium today, be good to see Sam dale replicate his performance in qualies.
yeah, I'd be scared of Rach coming back from being ill.
Fairclough just running hard on the 180mm bile not making it.
Rat boy has a chance, but just watching Greg watching every rider on the starting corners
Is Redbull TV working OK for everyone? Can only get the 'title' screen on both the Android app and the Web site, so missing it all
this was working for me
go Sik Mick!!
That's the one I'm trying. Still nothing.
I'm in!... but seems to be repeat-live from the beginning
Share the link guys - redbull app is ****
Gwin's back!
wow Gwin made it, not sure what Rat Boy had in there but it could have taken it, shame for Mick bit could be competitive this year.
Gwin did have God on his side though.
And Miami didn't!
Bugger, missed the live coverage. Since when do they have the DH finals on a Saturday? That's my plans for tomorrow ruined, I'll have to go ride my bike instead...
Clinical ride from Gwin. Sam Dale did well, with a spectacular finish
Pleased for Manon. It could be her year.
Does anyone else find it hard to root for Gwin? He just seems like a bit of a characterless wet lettuce compared to a lot of the field.
Chuffed for Sam Dale too, especially as I plonked him in my fantasy team as a wild card!
yep he is the lever in the back to move the eyes action hero (over 30's only for that one) really wish Miami had kept is chain till the end. Also nice to see a 40 year old in the top 20.
Wow, i thought Gee would be a bit further up there tbh, but great to see the UK girls ripping it up at the front
Yeah Gee will be sulking even more than usual after that showing, I thought that his power and fitness would've be an advantage on that track. Awesome result for Sam Dale, think him and bryceland will be challenging the top boys on the more tech tracks for sure. What happened to fairclough? Had to nip out and missed his run.
Gutted for Ratboy, was really hoping he was going to take his first WC or at least trouble Minaar and Hannah and get on the podium.
Good to see Sam Dale get a solid top 10 he's been riding well for a few years now. Great run and awesome style. Also a spectacular finish area crash. Gotta love they way he came to a halt sat upright and just adjusted his knee pad like nothing had really happened!
Beaumont and Simmons in the top 20 too and Cunningham in 21st.
So keen to be going to ride DH in the morning! (Thats on a 26" V10 not an Enduro bike )
I'm sure Shimano were loving the slow motion close up repeats of the drivetrain on Bryceland's bike with the chain hanging off. Glad to see him qualifying so well though.
Gwin is dull, but so quick.
Shimano probably loved the close up of his cranks, I doubt E13 loved the fact it showed their LG1 had dropped the chain!
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Library Link: Library offers teens fun and learning, free of charge
Wednesday, Mar 21, 2012 06:00 am
Airdrie�s young people have a great place to meet and make new friends, use a computer, play games, read, listen to music and basically hang out � all for free.
Over the years, Airdrie Public Library (APL) has offered various programs for teens and tweens. Currently, Teens After Hours, which usually runs from 7 to 9 p.m. on the first Friday of the month during the school year, is an opportunity for teens in grades 7 to 9 to use the library and have fun. Movies and popcorn, board games, Wii, DDR, Rock Band, Guitar Hero � the list of activities is long and varied. Those participating can also fill out their Teens After Hours Passport for a chance to win an iPad.
The program was initiated because the library is so small that there�s really no space for teenagers to hang out during regular hours, said Heather Finlayson, APL youth and children�s services manager. Opening the doors after hours gives teens an opportunity to relax and simply enjoy themselves at APL.
�It gives them a chance to be in the library and not worry about disturbing other people,� Finlayson said. �There�s nobody telling them to keep it down.�
�They like the fact that they get to do whatever they want to do,� she said. �It�s really unstructured.�
For the younger set, Tween Zone, which usually runs from 2:30-3:30 p.m. on the third Friday of the month during the school year, offers reading, crafts, games and more for youths in grades 4 to 6.
The program invites tweens to drop by, have some fun and make new friends.
Hot on the heels of the summer�s Chill Zone Fridays, Tween Zone was created to fill a void during the school year, as there wasn�t any programming for that age group during those months.
�We wanted to give (tweens) a chance to come and be in the library, too. They like that they can just come and hang out in the program room and do some art or whatever they�re interested in,� Finlayson said, adding that Tween Zone is also a good way to filter participants into Teens After Hours.
Ultimately, welcoming tweens and teens to APL is one way to help create a lifelong relationship between these young people and their library.
Of course, we also have numerous programs for patrons of all ages, from preschool literacy to one-on-one technology tutoring. Visit us online at www.airdriepubliclibrary.ca to learn more about what is available.
This weekend, as part of our Family Free Fun Saturday program, Jeunes Lecteurs/French StoryTime will be all about Easter stories and crafts.
The program runs from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome.


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So I haven't been logging much recently, because of the stress of my thesis, and PhD applications, and then being sick as well.
I have, of course, been drinking tea by the gallon to get through it, and Fantasy Island has become my absolute favourite. I think I might be addicted to it (obviously I'm addicted to tea, but my love for this specific one seems unparalleled).
Its just so delicious smooth, and dark, with the lovely hint of raspberries. Delicious. Now I'm going to fill my Timolino and enjoy this tea on my commute to school today.


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Landscape architecture is more than just beautiful. Because development and agriculture have eliminated vast tracts of habitat, landscapes now must also be functional and sustainable. They can foster the abundance and serenity of nature by supporting birds, pollinators, butterflies, and other wildlife. A Sustainable Landscape design facilitates beauty and sustainability in landscapes by using plants native to our region. Because native plants can tolerate sub-zero temperatures, summer heat, drought, and insect predation, all without ever needing to be watered, fertilized, and sprayed, they are a more sustainable solution for present day landscaping.
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In the summer of 1976, the nation's capital is gearing up for the Bicentennial. Captain Beefheart's on the eight-track, and the hot new film "King Suckerman" has everyone talking. Two knockaround guys named Clay and Karras are out looking for trouble when they stumble onto a drug deal gone bad and end up with a pile of money that isn't theirs. When the well-armed dealer starts spilling blood to get to the cash, Clay and Karras must take a stand, go straight, and get justice -or maybe just sweet revenge.
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BizBud is a peer coaching network. First, we get to know you. Then, we match you up with another business owner who is a lot like you, but a little bit different. Finally, you and your BizBud work together to help each other make better decisions and achieve better results.


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Red & White Quilts at the Armory
If you thought orthographic projections and Op Art were something new from the 1960s, think again – and get to the the Park Avenue Armory before Infinite Variety: Three Centuries of Red and White Qui ends tomorrow at 5:00 pm.
A collection of 651 American quilts has taken over the cavernous Wade Thompson Drill Hall, suspended from invisible wires like hundreds of heraldic banners frozen in space. Their owner, Joanna Semel Rose, who describes herself as a treasure hunter, not a collector, says, " When my husband asked what I would like for my eightieth birthday, I said, 'Something I've not seen before and something that would be a gift for New York City.' Seeing all of these quilts at the same moment would be the ideal gift."
Mrs. Rose goes on to say that she began picking up quilts at flea markets during the 1950s, paying 5 to 10 dollars apiece for these hand sewn bedcovers before they came to be seen as collectible items. Created over a span of 300 years, the designs range from traditional motifs to strong graphic designs to playful optical illusions. There is even one that looks like monster-scale ric rac (detail, below right and below left, bottom row, center).
As fascinating as the quilts - and the story behind the color red - is the installation by the New York City design firm, Thinc. The quilts rise to the rafters of the eight-story hall that is usually seen filled with booths for art and antiques shows. To experience this 55,000 square foot interior space unimpeded is another treat not to be missed.
Infinite Variety: Three Centuries of Red and White Quilts continues through Wednesday, March 25 at the Park Avenue Armory, Park Avenue at 67th Street, NY. NY. Tuesday, March 29: 11am-7pm. Wednesday, March 30: 11am-5pm. Admission is free.
The exhibition was organized by the American Folk Art Museum and guest curated by Elizabeth V. Warren, who is currently producing an illustrated catalog of the collection. Click to view the installation in process. Currently on view at the museum is Quilts: Masterworks from the American Folk Art Museum, a two-part exhibition. The first installation can be seen through April 24, 2011 and the second from May 10 to October 16, 2011. At the museum's branch location at Lincoln Square is the exhibition Super Stars: Quilts from the Collection, through September 25, 2011.


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January 2006
2005: A round-up
The past year saw the group move, with increasing speed and agility, into the arena of international business
The year 2005 saw the Tata group make rapid strides in its internationalisation thrust. A number of global deals, acquisitions, mergers and joint ventures took the Tata brand to distant shores and gained for the group new markets, customers and products.
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Ohio State Coach Jim Tressel Resigns
Longtime Ohio State football coach Jim Tressel has resigned. The embattled coach—who had led the university's team for 10 seasons—left this post two months after a scandal that got him and several of his players suspended. In March, Tressel apologized for not telling Ohio State officials about emails he had received regarding improper benefits paid to some of his players. "It is in the best interest of Ohio State that I resign as head football coach," Tressel said in this resignation note. He'll be replaced by assistant coach Luke Fickell on an interim basis.


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One word describes this release — HUGE! It comes in a huge box, shaped like a band's footlocker. There's a huge nine hours of music inside the box, including a huge triple CD live album and three video tapes of live footage, along with an old back stage pass, a book full of hundreds of pictures and Metallica related documents, and a scary guy stencil. Forget the videos and the packaging, let's concentrate on the live album.
Anyone who has ever seen Metallica can attest to how tight the band are as a live unit, and it shows. There's hardly a slip to be detected anywhere in the entire album. It's not a one shot demonstration of the band however, as it was gathered from five nights in Mexico in 1993. The breaks are hard to find though.
And how does Metallica rate live? A fan really could not ask for much more in a live album. A faithful journey through Metallica's first five albums, a few covers, reinterpretations of some older songs, an excellent showcase of the talents of the band members, James Hetfield's corny but friendly stage banter, and a big dose of plain old heavy fucking metal.
Highlights: the insane reaction of audience members Hetfield grabs to help with singing Seek And Destroy; the addition of the unlisted So What?; Jason Newsted's vocals and the extra gear of Whiplash; Kirk Hammett hitting the solo to One almost note perfect; the near on religious rapture of the entire audience at hearing Metallica live.
One small criticism: the bass and guitar solos by Jason and Kirk both show their utter mastery of their respective instruments, and hold your attention throughout the almost 19 minute break, but why so long? Perhaps cut it back to 10 minutes and throw in another song, like "Fight Fire With Fire" or "Disposable Heroes" or "Leper Messiah".
Every fan of Metallica needs to hear this. It puts the stodgy, overblown orchestral theatrics of S&M firmly in its place. This is THE definitive Metallica live album.