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The lineup is of course an integral part of baseball. It literally establishes an order to the game, as described within the Official Baseball Rules:
- 6.01
- (a) Each player of the offensive team shall bat in the order that his name appears in his team's batting order.
Over the years, lineups have been drawn up in an effort to maximize the offensive potential of the club. Certain types of hitters have drifted into certain spots in the batting order. Though numerous studies have shown that batting order has minimal impact upon runs scored (maybe one win's worth over the course of a season), managers continually tinker with them. Sometimes, when the team is slumping, the skipper will literally pull the lineup from a hat (as Billy Martin did on four occasions).
But has any team ever put forth an alphabetical batting order, even for one day? The Official Baseball Rules use one in describing a batting out-of-turn circumstance*:
- Rule 6.07 to 6.08
- There are two fundamentals to keep in mind: When a player bats out of turn, the proper batter is the player called out. If an improper batter bats and reaches base or is out and no appeal is made before a pitch to the next batter, or before any play or attempted play, that improper batter is considered to have batted in proper turn and establishes the order that is to follow.
- To illustrate various situations arising from batting out of turn, assume a first-inning batting order as follows:
From a strictly random statistical viewpoint, an A to Z lineup would seem plausible, and here's why. There have been nearly 200,000 major league games played since 1871. With two batting orders per game, that's approximately 400,000 lineups. With nine positions to fill, there are 9! (362,800) combinations to be had. So we have fewer possible combinations than historical games played.
However, once a manager finds a suitable lineup, they tend to stick with it, lowering the actual number of combinations seen in games. A 2002 Baseball Prospectus article by Keith Woolner noted that managers used anywhere from 42 to 155 different lineups between the 1978-2000 seasons. For the sake of this trivial quest, we have to hope for more of the "155 lineup"/"pull out of hat" types.
I dumped all of Retrosheets game logs from 1871-2010 into a spreadsheet, and parsed out the batting orders for each team, looking for the longest string of alphabetical names in each lineup. There were plenty of games featuring eight batters in alpha order.
The 1989 Baltimore Orioles had 12 games in which their first eight batters were orderly (primarily in April and early May). If only manager Frank Robinson had batted Billy Ripken or Rene Gonzales elsewhere in the order (but then again, neither of those two merited a better spot in the lineup). Additionally, there have been 11 instances in which the last eight batters were arranged from A to Z, the most recent being an April 19, 2010 Cubs-Mets contest. If only Lou Piniella had flip-flopped Marlon Byrd and Jeff Baker at the top of the lineup card.
Back to our pursuit . . . On May 12, 1934, with his last-place Cincinnati Reds team having scored a league-low 76 runs in 21 games, sitting at 5-16 and already nine games back of first place Chicago, player/manager Bob O'Farrell had to do something. O'Farrell had previously acted as player/manager for the 1927 Cardinals, guiding them to a 2nd place finish (92-60).
But the '34 Reds were in the process of heading for their fifth straight season of sub-.400 baseball. They would finish 1934 in the bottom half of the league in every offensive category, despite the presence of Hall of Famer Jim Bottomley and star catcher Ernie Lombardi.
O'Farrell used 64 different lineups during 1934, but the names he listed on that May day were unique. They comprised the ONLY instance in major league history of an entirely alphabetical batting order:
Sparky Adams 3B
Linc Blakely LF
Jim Bottomley 1B
Chick Hafey CF
Mark Koenig 2B
Johnny Moore RF
Bob O'Farrell C
Gordon Slade SS
Allyn Stout P
Alas, Stout wasn't . . . lasting 2/3 of an inning and giving up three hits and two walks, and the Reds, despite picking up 12 hits, ended up losing 8-2 in a swift 2:13.
And that's it . . . there hasn't been another lineup featuring an A-to-Z theme since. I'm hoping some lexicographic-leaning manager takes a chance again soon.


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2013 began with a small engine plane crash that killed three people in the Jasper area of Walker County. Last August, two people died when a UPS cargo jet crashed near the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. During Thanksgiving week 2013 there were three small aircraft accidents. Two non-fatal wrecks happened in Hopewell and Trussville, and one person died in an accident in Elkmont.
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Resurgent Wales tackle Italy in Rome
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Wales coach Warren Gatland saw his side return to winning ways last time out but will he have further cause to smile in Rome this weekend? © Getty Images
Wales will look to further their recent revival and heap Six Nations woe on Italy when the two sides clash at the Stadio Flaminio in Rome on Saturday.
Warren Gatland's side ended a run of eight Tests without a win with victory against Scotland at Murrayfield last time out - a result that went some way to resurrecting a Championship campaign that began with defeat to England. The result also eased the pressure that was threatening to undermine their bid for World Cup glory later in the year but failure to build on that win against a limited Italian side will cause further concern.
Italy began this year's Championship strongly and went close to an historic victory over Ireland only to fall agonisingly short. And that gutsy showing was a distant memory as they were swept aside by a rampant England at Twickenham in their most recent outing. That defeat underlined the desperate lack of depth available to coach Nick Mallett and leaves them firmly rooted to the bottom of the table and odds-on for yet another Wooden Spoon.
Home comforts and a desire to restore some pride are sure to lift the hosts but they face a Welsh side who have rediscovered the winning habit and who are well aware of the potential dangers that lie in Rome.
Italy - Player to Watch: Aussie-born fly-half Kris Burton is handed the play-making duties once again but it is his defensive steel will be as equally vital to a strong showing for Italy.
Italy - Team News: Luciano Orquera drops to the bench with Burton taking his place at fly-half. Treviso's Robert Barbieri joins captain Sergio Parisse and Alessandro Zanni in the back-row, taking over from Valerio Bernabo. Racing Metro lock Santiago Dellape earns a start and will partner Quintin Geldenhuys in the second-row, replacing Aironi's Carlo del Fava. Benetton Treviso scrum-half Fabio Semenzato will make his first start in front of the home crowd after making his Azzurri debut against England earlier this month, while on the bench there is a recall for hooker Carlo Festuccia in place of the injured Fabio Ongaro.
Wales - Player to Watch: Centre Jamie Roberts was back at his direct-running best against Scotland and will no doubt relish the chance to pepper the Italian defence.
Wales - Team News: James Hook returns to the Wales midfield as the result of an injury to Scarlets centre Jonathan Davies. In the only change from their victory over Scotland two weeks ago Hook shifts to outside-centre, the position he filled during last year's Championship, to win his 50th cap, with Stephen Jones recalled at fly-half.
Key Battle: Wales' back-row trio of Danny Lydiate, Sam Warburton and Ryan Jones were in superb form against the Scots and their industry is likely to keep their Italian rivals Alessandro Zanni, Robert Barbieri and Sergio Parisse busy most of the afternoon.
Trivia: Wales' half-back pairing of Stephen Jones (103) and Mike Phillips (51) boast a total of 154 Test caps. Italy's Kris Burton (6) and scrum-half Fabio Semenzato (1) have only 7 to their name.
Stats: There were only three points between these sides when they met in Rome in 2007 (Italy 23-20 Wales) and just five when they went head to head at the Flaminio Stadium two years later (Italy 15-20 Wales).
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"I never thought we would play a game like that after the previous two weeks and I never thought we could be so poor in the one-on-one situations. I know we can play better than that and we're looking forward to trying to put it right against Wales." - Italy coach Nick Mallett backs his side to bounce back from their mauling against England
"James, in the past, has done a great job for us in the centre. He is familiar playing 13 for us and it gives Stephen a good opportunity against Italy. Stephen knows he's under a bit of pressure in that position and I think he'll respond to it." - Wales coach Warren Gatland reflects on his team selection.
The Odds: Do you think that a revitalised Wales will put Italy to the sword in Rome? Bet365 will give you 66/1 if you think the visitors will score an emphatic victory to match England's triumph over the Azzurri earlier this month.
Fantasy: England's Chris Ashton has been a class apart this year in terms of the ESPNscrum Fantasy Rugby game but Wales' Shane Williams offered a reminder of his class last time out - maybe time to change your line-up?
Prediction: A battling victory over Scotland will have injected some much-needed confidence into the Wales squad and they will kick on against an Italy side still reeling from a lesson at the hands of England.
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Leaving your child with babysitters can be extremely stressful. Will your little princess be able to fall asleep in you aren't there? This and other worries are normal if you are a parent but what are you going to do... never leave the house again? If you want to enjoy a night out without the worry, here are three things to share with your sitter before you slip on your high-heels and head out the door.
How to get in touch with you. While this may seem obvious, providing your cell phone number is not enough. If you are in a loud restaurant and you don't hear your phone ring, if your phone runs out of batteries, or if you happen to be enjoying a mommy's night out in a fuzzy reception area, your babysitter should know where you are going to be as a back-up plan. While it's unlikely that your sitter will need to get in touch with you urgently, leave your kiddo with the peace of mind that no matter what, you can be reached.
What fears your child has. Your babysitters should know about any fears your little pumpkin struggles with including those that may not seem worth mentioning. For example, if your cutie is terrified of thunder, make sure your sitter is aware that should a storm pass through, she might need a good cuddle. Does your son get spooked by shadows? If you know how to talk your sweetie off the ledge when it comes to dark shapes on the wall, share your tips with the teenager who is watching your kiddo.
How to soothe your child if she's upset. In case bedtime turns out to be tearful, laden with "I miss mommy" and "I want mommy," give your sitter some suggestions about how to soothe your little drama queen. Does she have a favorite stuffed animal? Perhaps an older sibling can help with bedtime stories to calm her down. Would a few sips of juice dry her tears? In case of a serious meltdown, is there a movie that will put an end to her pouting? Make sure your sitter is armed with the inside information she needs to succeed.
What are your tips for sitter success? Tell us below in the comments section!
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All The Blogging Resources You Need To Make Money Blogging
If you are starting a new blog or want to take your existing blog and make it a business. Then there are many resources out there, free and paid that will help you see success much faster.
Below I have shared a mix of Free and paid tools that I personally use to help you grow the best blogging business that you can.
This list will be actively changing and updating as I test new tools and services.
Make sure to visit here often to stay updated with all the resources you need to build a successful blogging business.
Note – that some of the links below are affiliate links to products that will earn me a commission. These are all things that I have experience with and I am recommending because they are helpful and are products that I trust – If I don't like it, I will not share it!
Top 3 Resources I Use To Run My Blogging Business
Blog Resources 1 – Buying Your Domain Name
The domain is the first thing you need in order to create a website. The great thing about them is they are so cheap. Find the cheapest domain names below. I highly recommend MyDomain for domains and hosting, they have been kind enough to offer all Money Dummy readers a discount.
This is where I buy all my domain names. If you are getting new hosting, then if you go with BlueHost below, you get your domain name Free.
Blog Resources 2 – Hosting Your Blog/Site
Creating, setting up and connecting your domain to your host is really no trouble at all, I have personally set up my domain, hosting, website design all in 30 minutes before. If you need help just Ask Me! I can get you the help you need. When it comes to hosting,
I recommend you use Blue Host it is the best and the cheapest, plus you get a Free Domain name. Who doesn't like that?
BlueHost I have all my blogs hosted on Bluehost. Simple to use and powerful.
WPEngine If you need something more hands off, WPEngine is the best option for you, fast, secure and they do it all for you.
Blog Resources 3 – Designing Your Blog
Getting a website or blog designed and programmed can be highly expensive, for that reason when starting out on the internet buy pre made designs. I recommend ThemeForest for blogs.
Here are my 2 top places to buy theme.s.
ThemeForest My new blog design here is a Woo theme and I am very happy with the quality they offer. Possibly the best designed themes out there.
Need A Logo?
99Designs Is my favorite place to get a logo you will love that fit's your brand perfectly.
Shopify Is the best place to go to setup a Ecommerce store easily and quickly. You can even use their WordPress Plugin to add a store your exiting blog. Learn more about Shopify.
Blog Resources 4 – Blogging Tools
These blogging tools are excellent add-ons to install on your site. They'll help you monetize your blog, and get things done more effectively with less effort.
I these 2 plugins on my blog here and on all my blogs.
OptimizePress OP is the best plugin for building awesome Sales, Landing, Video, Capture pages and Membership sites Period!
Popup Domination As a blogger your most important task is to grow your email list. Popup Domination gives you ALL the tools to do that easily with custom popup forms, exit forms, nav bar forms etc…
Blog Resources 5 – Email Marketing.
A successful blog needs to convert as many viewers to frequent visitors as possible. Usually, this involves some sort of subscription system that automatically let's your readers know that you have posted new content.
I personally use AWeber and recommend only AWeber to all my clients.
AWeber Quickly create and run your campaigns with powerful, easy-to-use email marketing tools. I recommend you sign up and start your mailing list today Another of my blog resources you can't be without.
Blog Resources 6 – Twitter and Social Media Marketing
Hootsuite The best Social Media dashboard that lets your schedule and manage all your SM across all social networks. I have used Hoot for over 3 years.
Twitter Dummy Guide Twitter marketing guide that I wrote. Filled with all the information I used and still use to reach 100,000 followers and that built my brand and authority.
SocialBro This software will automate many of your daily tasks on Twitter.. Huge time saver!
FB Influence A complete course on using Facebook for marketing. 75% of what I have learned on FB marketing came from this one course.
Buffer A great simple Twitter and Facebook scheduling app.. Free and very easy to use.
Blog Resources 7 – Making Videos and Screencasts
Screencast-O-Matic The easiest one click way to make screencasts right from your browser. I use this tool a lot.. just so simple to use.
Easy Video Player EVP lets you embed video into any sales or landing page you have and you can even build full video landing pages too. Very powerful tool.
Camtasia Studio for PC take your screen captures to the next level
Tube Toolbox An all in one YouTube marketing tool. Automate most of the time consuming tasks that come with marketing on Youtube. I have used this software for 1.5 years and another BIG Recommendation from me.
Blog Resources 8 – Selling Your Products
E-Junkie I use this shopping cart to sell my Twitter Dummy eBook. Easy to setup and works with all payment sites like Paypal, 2Checkout etc.. Comes with a nice affiliate system.
Clickbank Another place to sell your digital goods. Little more complicated to use but worth the effort since it is the most popular site for affiliates.
Blog Resources 9 – SEO and Keyword Research
Google Adwords Tool This tool I use weekly to find new keywords to write with and rank for. You can also see how popular a keyword is and how much competition and volume it has. Very nice Free tool.
Traffic Travis Best tool to track and get your blog ranked high on search. I have used this software for over 4 years. BIG recommendation from me.
Blog Resources 10 – Tracking Your Stats
Google Analytics Google's free website tracking and analytical tool. A must have for anyone with any type of website.
Clicky Clicky works just like Google Analytics, but easier to use and little more accurate. You can view in real time what people are doing on your blog.
Blog Resources 11 – Outsource Your Work
99Designs This site works like a competition. If you need anything designed, like a logo or a website. You describe what you want and what your willing to pay and you will have people bidding on the job. Bringing you many design choices at great prices.
Fiverr If you need something small done, then you can't go wrong with Fiverr since everything cost only $5
Blog Resources 12 – Link Building
Social Maximizer Manually bookmarking all your links takes a lot of time. I use this service each day to do all the hard work for me. Bookmarking is one of the best ways to boost your search ranks.
Mass Article Control If you do article marketing, then this is the only tool you need to spin and submit your articles fast and create high quality backlinks. I have used this software for 2 years and still very happy with it. BIG Recommendation from me.
Blog Resources 13 – Test Your Site Speed
Web Page Test This is what I use to test my blog's speed. They break ti down and tell you exactly was is slowing down your speed, making it easy to fix.
Google Code Page Speed Learn everything you need to know about page speed and how to fix it directly from Google.
Pingdom Tools Another great test that breaks it all down so you know what is holding back your speed.
If you have any questions on any of the resources I have shared, just email me any time
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at first i thought that i could create a dummy package and use Debian BTS for it .
but then i realized that this is not polite with out asking permition.
can i do such a thing ?
also how can i run my own BTS (that would work like the debian one).
is ther a reportbug in PHP :
since im working on one and i don't want to work for nothing ..
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Google Launching Online Bookstore
During the Frankfurt Book Fair today, Google announced its intentions to open an online bookstore in the first half of next year. Called Google Editions, the company plans to initially offer around a half-million e-books, and will deliver them to anyone with a Web browser rather than a specific device or application.
"We're not focused on a dedicated e-reader or device of any kind," said Google's director of strategic partnerships Tom Turvey. He added that userswill be able to read the e-books on any connected device including notebooks, PCs, netbooks, and smartphones. Apple iPhone and iPod Touch users will be able to access the e-books through their Gmail accounts.
Google said that it is collaborating with publishers that already have digital right deals with the search titan. Google doesn't plan on keeping exclusive distribution rights either: users can purchase books directly from Google, or get them from Amazon or Barnes & Noble. Google plans to share the revenue with publishers and online bookstores.
According to CNET, Google will get 37-percent of the revenue from books sold directly from Google Editions, while publishers will rack in 63-percent. Books sold through Amazon or other online retailers will get 55-percent while the publisher takes in 45-percent of the sale.
AnonymousEbook can be read from any device? Is this ebook has DRM? If no DRM publisher may not want to sell ebook in this form.
Amazon may not get 55% because most of the time they give up 30% discount to consumer. Google get 37%? That is way too high if they don't have to maintain DRM infrastructure.


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Umbrella Group: 4,000 NGOs May Close Due to Global Crisis
Around 4,000 non-profit associations may close and 35,000 people may be laid off due to the current economic crisis, the heads of a non-profit umbrella organization told reporters at a press conference yesterday.
Thousands of other non-profits are significantly limiting their activity, they said, and may leave many needy people without assistance.
The heads of Civil Leadership called the conference in order to encourage the government to put together an emergency program for social service associations, as it has for the business sector.
"We are witnessing a phenomenon reminiscent of the Second Lebanon War, when the government fell asleep at the wheel and non-profits were forced to provide social services," said organization director general Dr. Yaron Sokolov. "We are making recommendations and filing requests, but the government is dragging its feet," he said.
Israel has 27,000 non-profit organizations, of which 12,000 are active. An October survey that covered 220 non-profit groups found that one in seven is considering closing shop due to the crisis and the falling exchange rate of the U.S. dollar. Around 80 percent of the groups reported economic difficulties, found the survey by Dr. Hagai Katz of Ben-Gurion University.
Rachel Liel, the head of Shatil, which provides consulting and manpower to non-profits, said the organizations have drafted a proposal for a NIS 500 million aid package to save the non-profit sector. One of its main recommendations is reducing or eliminating a 7.5 percent tax on salaries paid by non-profits.
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I had the ICS installed using AOKP build 31. I had issues with the SD card not reading and majorly that i did not find the file explorer option on the phone. I kept searching for that option and could not find it anywhere. Later thought of downgrading to Humber OS's version on ICS. On bot the times i had it flashed with teh same Kernel from Humber OS. The second time i used Gapps thats little older hoping for file explorer. Once i installed the other ICS, the phone just hung and not responding at all.
Can somebody help? Do we call this bricking?


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By Bob Nelson
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Next week will see the re-release, with minor tweaks, of some classic comedies from the '70s and '80s.
There's a revival of Meatballs from 1979, a silly, summer camp comedy starring Bill Murray, and a teen-friendly version of Animal House, out on Blu-ray.
And, from 1971, Bud Cort and Ruth Gordon star in the cult classic Harold & Maude, dealing with the awkward friendship of a teenager and a brassy, 80-year-old woman.
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Hibbard heading to Gloucester
Gloucester have announced that British & Irish Lions hooker Richard Hibbard will join the club next season.
The 30-year-old will move to the Aviva Premiership side from Ospreys and is another signal of Gloucester's intent following the signing of All Black World Cup-winning prop John Afoa.
Hibbard made his international debut for Wales against Argentina in 2006 and played four times in this year's RBS Six Nations before featuring in all three Tests for the Lions in Australia this summer.
Gloucester director of rugby Nigel Davies believes Hibbard's signing is another significant move for the club.
"As with the recent confirmation of John Afoa's signing, Richard agreeing to join Gloucester Rugby next season is fantastic news. Balancing the squad, and adding depth in key areas has been a key objective for us, and this news is another part of that process," Davies told the club's official website.
"It shows where we're heading as a club. We're building a team armed not just with power up front, but also the ability behind the scrum to play a rounded and complete game.
"Richard is arguably one of the top hookers in world rugby. Clubs all around the world have been interested in signing him, so it's significant that we've been able to convince him that Gloucester is the right place for him to play his rugby.
"And, once again, it's a testimony to the hard work and commitment of everyone at the club. We're able to invest significantly in our team thanks to the backing of our board, the continued financial success of Gloucester Rugby and the significant investment made by our partners, sponsors and supporters."
Neath-born Hibbard said he is ready for a new challenge.
"It was always going to be a tough decision to leave my home area, as I'm currently in my 10th successive season at the Ospreys, which is my local region and where I was born," the hooker said.
"That said, I'm absolutely delighted to be joining a rugby club such as Gloucester, based in the heart of the local community, with such a tradition and with amazing support.
"I'm a great believer in loyalty and community and I'd like to place on record formally, my great thanks to the Ospreys management, coaches, players and fans for supporting me so well throughout my career.
"I'm an Ospreys fan, and always will be. I'll just be supporting them from a distance! I wish them well in the future.
"I now look forward to this next exciting chapter in my life, and indeed that of my young family, and hope to help Gloucester Rugby return to the top of the English and British game."


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ORLANDO, Fla. - Earl K. Wood, who served as the Orange County tax collector for the past 48 years, died Monday at the age of 96.
Wood passed away Monday morning, according to his office, but no other details have been released.
"Mr. Wood had a great sense of humor, quick wit and a ready smile. His 'TEAM' driven dedication of over 48 years in the Tax Collector profession, tenacity, willingness to help out and do the right thing and most importantly his commitment to his family, friends and the community that he served will be sorely missed," Assistant Tax Collector Kelly Goodwin said in a news release.
Goodwin, a Republican, has worked with Wood for the last 10 years, and at one time, there was a plan for her to take over for him, but she will not be appointed as his replacement.
The Democratic Party will name a replacement within five days, and a note on the Nov. 6 ballot will explain that a vote for Wood is a vote for his replacement.
"We at the Democratic Party thank (Wood) for his service and offer his family and friends our deepest condolences. He will be missed," the Orange County Democratic Party said.
The campaign of Jim Huckeba, the Republican candidate who was running against Wood in the upcoming election, offered its condolences to the Wood family.
"We applaud him for his decades of service to this community and have suspended our campaign temporarily to give his family, his staff and our community time to grieve. Our deepest condolences are for Mr. Wood's family and friends at this time," Huckeba's campaign said in a statement.
Watch Local 6 News for more on this story.
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Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2013 | 5:56 p.m.
The Incredible Burt Wonderstone
Las Vegas has lost the Miss America Pageant, but the 100 contestants from 20 countries in the Tropic Beauty Model World Finals are happy to call Las Vegas home. Over the next four days, they'll be rocking out with a $1 million blackjack tournament, 2014 calendar shoots, a bikini poolside party and a fashion show at MGM Grand.
On Tuesday night after arriving at MGM, the models watched the late show of "Zarkana" by Cirque du Soleil at Aria. The third-annual world finals kick off tonight with a welcome party.
The judges' first meeting with the contestants in their home country costumes is Thursday. Friday is the lobby fashion show and bikini preliminary judging. The world finals take place Saturday after the finals of the blackjack tournament and a poolside party.
PAGEANT CROWNS: When the Nevada Princess Pageant was held at Suncoast, the Little Miss division attracted proud moms with their girls ages 4 to 6. The next division for Young Miss was 7 to 9, Pre-Teen 10 to 12. The Teen division was 13 to 16, and all wore evening gowns and were interviewed by judges. Then eight of our state's lovely married women battled for Mrs. Nevada America. They were judged in evening gown, swimsuit, overall beauty and a four-minute interview with each judge.
Miss Red Rock Ruth Gray won Mrs. Nevada America and will go on to compete in the Mrs. America Pageant in Tucson, Ariz., in August. Ruth, a former Palms model with her twin sister, is married to Caesars Entertainment Linq executive Jon Gray. The kid winners were Alexa Gould as Little Miss, Gabby Andrade for Teen, Kendall Bear for Young Miss and Dani Lyons for Pre-Teen.
CELINE'S RETURN: There was no sign of the flu or the sinusitis when superstar Celine Dion returned to Caesars Palace on Tuesday night to start the final run of concerts ending the second year of her three-year contract. I have already reported that she will be renewing through a fifth year.
Audience eyewitnesses told me, "Celine's return went well. She looked and sounded beautiful, and the sell-out crowd was enthusiastic." Among the fans: Bob Harper, celebrity trainer and star of NBC's hit "The Biggest Loser." His group and he met Celine in her dressing room before the show.
TV AWARD: Congratulations to Flamingo comedy headliner George Wallace, who will be presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award during the Soul Train Awards Comedy All-Stars show airing Saturday on BET. The special hosted by Bill Bellamy and Anthony Anderson honors George for his nearly four decades in comedy.
REMODELING: The Five-Diamond Bellagio has completed its $450 million remodel of all 928 rooms and suites in its Spa Tower. Three executive parlor suites have been added, each featuring a billiards lounge and high-tech, home-theater living area.
MAGIC COVER: The new Vegas Magazine features funny man Steve Carell, who is starring in the upcoming film "The Incredible Burt Wonderstone" about the high-stakes world of Strip magicians.
In the candid interview, he opens up about being called a "nice guy" and how he spent his free time while filming in Las Vegas with Steve Buscemi.
On tweeting: "The next person who calls me a 'nice guy' is going to get punched in the face. I sometimes joke that I need to be mean or have some bad press about me, be edgier. Honestly, you just are who you are. What's ironic is that I'm not really that nice. I'm sort of an average level of nice. Tom Hanks makes me look like a complete asshole."
CeeLo Green was at Strip House in Planet Hollywood on back-to-back nights enjoying its newly launched CeeLo drink, a $13 concoction dubbed the Naughty Strawberry. It's a mixture of CeeLo's Ty Ku Citrus Liqueur, muddled strawberries and lemonade with a splash of Ty Ku Soju and strawberry garnish.
"Gigolos" stud Vin Armani was with two female friends at Social House in Crystals.
The Jabbawockeez created a special performance for "Live With Kelly & Michael" on ABC. The dance troupe opens a production at Luxor this spring.
Chef Michael Mina went all-out English at Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill at Caesars enjoying Yorkshire ale batter fish and English chips, the "Little Piggy" deviled eggs and Gordon's own Scotch eggs. Michael also took a tour of the kitchen.
CeeLo opens his show "CeeLo Is Loberace" at Planet Hollywood.
Harrah's headliner magician Mac King kicks off his Literacy Tour for Nevada Reading Week.
DJ Calvin Harris is back behind the wheels of steel at Surrender in Steve Wynn's Encore.
Ken Rogerson is the comedy headliner at Palace Station.
The Devil Wears Prada, The Color Morale and As I Lay Dying are at House of Blues in Mandalay Bay.
And Team Nightlife throws the grand opening to the hospitality industry of Heraea at Palms.
"Pin Up" beauty Clair Sinclair went from chasing dollars from tourists dressed as Belle from "Beauty & the Beast" on Hollywood Boulevard to posing topless for Playboy and "Crazy Horse Paris" here. Now she's about to star in her own cabaret show. Plus, photos from the first-night Tropic Beauty judging, and Mandalay Bay President Chuck Bowling reveals upcoming attractions at his casino resort.
Robin Leach has been a journalist for more than 50 years and has spent the past decade giving readers the inside scoop on Las Vegas, the world's premier platinum playground.
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MGM Grand, a AAA Four Diamond resort, offers 5,044 rooms and suites.
MGM Grand features KÀ by Cirque du Soleil; Brad Garrett's Comedy Club; and world-class entertainment at the Grand Garden Arena and Hollywood Theatre.
The resort offers signature restaurants by celebrity chefs including Tom Colicchio's Craftsteak, Emeril Lagasse's New Orleans Fish House, Wolfgang Puck's Bar & Grill and Michelin three star and Forbes Five Star restaurant, Joël Robuchon.
As part of its ongoing "Grand Renovation," MGM Grand has remodeled all rooms and suites in its main tower and is adding several new experiences to its lineup including Hakkasan Las Vegas Restaurant and Nightclub, a new upscale dining/nightlife concept (coming in April 2013).
MGM Grand also features a state-of-the-art, non-smoking conference center, the Grand Spa, Cristophe Salon, "CSI: The Experience" and an inviting pool complex featuring the tantalizing daylife of Wet Republic.
Upscale accommodations include The Mansion, an exclusive hotel within the hotel; the luxurious two-story SKYLOFTS at MGM Grand; and The Signature at MGM Grand, a luxury all-suite, non-gaming hotel located adjacent to the main resort.


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Earthquakes head coach Frank Yallop was honored by the Canadian Soccer Association this week by being selected to the country's "Best XI in 50 Year" team for 1963-2012.
Yallop spent almost 20 years playing in England and in the U.S. as a defender. He signed his first professional contract at the age of 16 with Ipswich Town FC in England, and in 1992, helped the club win the English First Division. Yallop was twice named the team's MVP, and scored game-winning goals in back-to-back games in 1993 to lead Ipswich to Premiership victories over Tottenham Hotspur and legendary side Manchester United.
Yallop also played in MLS as a top defender for the Tampa Bay Mutiny from 1996-98, where he earned the Mutiny's Defender of the Year award in 1997 and 1998. In 1996, Yallop helped the Mutiny to a league-best regular-season record of 20-12, and in 1998, he scored the only goal of his MLS career. Yallop has a United States Soccer Federation "A" coaching license and an FA Preliminary Badge.
"We are pleased to announce this accomplished group of footballers from our country's first 100 years," said Canadian Soccer Association President Victor Montagliani. "The Canadian Soccer Association wishes to thank The Soccer Hall of Fame for its continued role in honouring the history of the beautiful game in our country and for their support of our Centennial celebrations through the selection of these two "Best XI in 50 years.""
The "Best in 50 Years: 1912-1962" features players from the first 50 years of the Association's history, with contributions by notable soccer historian Colin Jose. The "Best in 50 Years: 1963-2012" features players from the most recent 50 years in Canadian football, as selected by The Soccer Hall of Fame.
The Canadian Soccer Association celebrates its 100th anniversary throughout the 2012 calendar year. While soccer (football) has been played in Canada since 1876, the Canadian Soccer Association (or the Dominion of Canada Football Association as it was known in the day) was inaugurated on 24 May 1912. As part of the centennial celebrations, the Canadian Soccer Association will unveil the "Top-10 Moments" in Canadian soccer history as well as engage soccer fans to select the "All-Time Canada XI" teams for men's and women's football. The celebrations will culminate with Canada's Centennial Match on 3 June at BMO Field.
The Soccer Hall of Fame and Museum helps preserve and display the history of soccer in Canada. From 2000 to 2011, it has honoured 75 players, 48 builders and five pioneers, as well as nine Teams of Distinction and two Organizations of Distinction. Its 2012 Induction Banquet is scheduled for 2 June in Toronto, with tickets available for purchase thesoccerhalloffame.ca.
The Soccer Hall of Fame's Best XI in 50 Years: 1912-1962
Goalkeeper - Joe Kennaway
Right back - Geordie Campbell
Left back - Jack Cowan
Right half - Fred Dierden
Centre half - Trevor Harvey
Left half - Dickie Stobbart
Outside right - Errol Crossan
Inside right - Gogie Stewart
Centre forward - Doug McMahon
Inside left - Dave Turner
Outside left - Norman McLeod
The Soccer Hall of Fame's Best XI in 50 Years: 1963-2012
Goalkeeper - Craig Forrest
Right back - Frank Yallop
Centre back - Robert Iarusci
Centre back - Randy Samuel
Left back - Bruce Wilson
Midfielder - Nick Dasovic
Midfielder - Mike Sweeney
Midfielder - Les Wilson
Midfielder - Colin Miller
Forward - Alex Bunbury
Forward - Tomasz Radzinski


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MLB, A-Rod reportedly buy clinic records
By Paul Hagen / MLB.com
Major League Baseball believes it has uncovered evidence that a representative for Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez arranged to have documents purchased from the Biogenesis anti-aging clinic that has been at the center of an investigation for allegedly supplying performance enhancing substances to some of the game's biggest stars, according to The New York Times.
Michael S. Schmidt had earlier shared a byline with Steve Eder on a story breaking the news that MLB has been willing to pay former clinic employees for information and documents, in part because at last one player whose name has been associated with the case has purchased potentially incriminating documents with the intention of destroying them.
A spokesperson for A-Rod, who is on the disabled list while rehabbing from hip surgery, "flatly denied the allegations."
A source told the Times that MLB, which does not have subpoena power, was simply fighting fire with fire, making every effort to obtain evidence in an atmosphere in which investigators believed that players were also trying to buy records.
The Times report quoted two sources saying that former Biogenesis employees who have cooperated were compensated for their time. The payments "were not believed to have exceeded several thousand dollars."
Pat Courtney, MLB's senior vice president of public relations, said that it is MLB's policy not to comment on ongoing investigations.
The Times story noted, "That baseball is paying for evidence underscores just how determined it has become in trying to establish what went on at [Biogenesis]."
The first public allegations surfaced in January when the Miami New Times reported that it had possession of medical records that tied several stars -- Rodriguez, Melky Cabrera, Gio Gonzalez, Bartolo Colon, Nelson Cruz and Yasmani Grandal among them -- to human growth hormone and other banned substances. Later, 2011 National League MVP Award winner Ryan Braun was also implicated. All who were named have denied any wrongdoing.
The New York Times report continued: "But the denials have essentially been brushed aside by baseball and its investigators, who remain intent on obtaining whatever testimony and evidence they can in connection with the clinic's activities and determining whether they then have grounds to discipline players even in the absence of a positive drug test.
"Indicative of Major League Baseball's resolve in this case, Commissioner Bud Selig sent two of his top deputies -- [executive VP of economics and league affairs] Rob Manfred and Pat Courtney -- to Florida in February to try to convince the Miami New Times to share the documents they had obtained. The newspaper declined."
When MLB filed a lawsuit against six individuals with connections to Biogenesis last month, it was seen as a move in part to try to give investigators the right to subpoena records and compel depositions.
Paul Hagen is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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SAN JOSE (CBS SF) – A soldier from the South Bay was killed over the weekend in Afghanistan when he stepped on a hidden bomb.
The Defense Department said Staff Sgt. Mark C. Wells of San Jose died Saturday in Helmand province. The 31-year-old was assigned to the 8th Theater Sustainment Command at Schofield Barracks in Hawaii.
Wells joined the Army shortly after graduating from Leigh High School. He started his tour in Afghanistan in August, after serving 14 months in Iraq.
Burl Wells said his son was fearless and always reminded the family that he loved being a member of the bomb squad. He also used to play the bag pipes at the funerals of other soldiers.
Mark Wells is survived by his pregnant wife, Danielle, and their 2-year-old son, Finnegan.
(Copyright 2011 by CBS San Francisco. All Rights Reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Wire services may have contributed to this report.)


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New on the scene but rooted in the tradition of theater in St. Augustine, a young theatre company aptly named Theatre Saint Augustine announces its inaugural production "Gift of the Magi."
When Anna Meade and Kiki Tovey of Theatre Saint Augustine put their heads together this summer after being introduced by Glenn Hastings, Executive Director of the Visitors and Convention Bureau, to discuss their interest in reviving the Cross and Sword for the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, they were thrilled to be approached by the Amphitheatre staff to produce a show for the upcoming Winter Wonderland.
Meade decided to adapt an O. Henry story for the stage while Tovey got to work raising community support and took on the job of director.
The "Gift of the Magi" opens at 7 p.m. Nov. 23 at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre during the Winter Wonderland event, running through Jan. 6.
The show is an original adaptation of the classic fable by O. Henry which captures the beauty of sharing and sacrifice evident in the human condition of love. The moral of the story explores what is truly valuable in life and reveals how physical possessions, in the grand scheme of things, are simply not to be compared to unconditional love.
This heartfelt holiday story, appropriate for all ages, has a running time of 30 minutes, on stage at 7 and 8 p.m. every Friday and Saturday night, with matinees at 2 and 4 p.m. Sundays.
Tickets are $5 and are available now at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. Call 471-1965, or visit the amphitheatre box office at 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine.
Tickets can also be purchased an hour before the show at the ticket booth near the ice-skating rink. The ticket booth accepts cash only.
Although many of the Winter Wonderland events will be outdoors, the company transforms the Amphitheatre's Legacy Room into a studio theatre complete with a full set design and seating for an audience of approximately 50.
The talented cast is made up of local St. Augustine actors Gerald Eubanks as Balthasar, Anna Meade as Della, Grayson Ross as Madame Sofronie and from Jacksonville, Paul Ramey as Jim.
The technical crew is headed by David King as Technical Director, Lara Tabor as Scenic Designer, Chuck Riffenburg as Set Construction, Susan O'Neill as Stage Manager, Deborah Jordan as Prop Master, Tara Ferreira as Costume Designer, Monica TerKeurst as Volunteer Coordinator and Mollie Coffin as Staff Photographer.
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Islamabad, Sep 8 (IANS) The Pakistani government is to announce an agriculture relief package to support the farmers following a slump in commodity prices, the media reported on Tuesday.
According to the food and national security ministry officials, the package may envisage cash subsidies and new support prices for major crops, Radio Pakistan reported.
The relevant authorities are assessing the losses suffered by the farming community due to reduction in prices of crops and the assistance required for them to recover their cost of production.
The prices of rice and cotton have plunged by at least twenty five percent when compared with the last season.


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Gestalt Theory
Lacan was most intrigued by how infants aged between six to eighteen months, play and study their reflections in the mirror, whilst also recognizing his or her own movements. It is in that moment, that the child begins the construction of self, self referred to as I, by Lacan. The infant understands that it is himself and establishes a first impression, unconsciously aware that his first impressions are based on his appearance but also his surroundings and the existence of the world. This occurrence between the child, the child's reflection and his progression is what Lacan calls "The Mirror Stage".
One of many of Lacans focal points and references throughout the reading is that of the "Gestalt Theory", which has great relevance in accordance to the "mirror stage" but also challenges its beliefs. Initially Gestalt is a German word that means form, pattern or configuration. In further depth, the Gestalt Theory is the character of human experience and behavior and focuses on wholes and whole patterns. As a result the way in which we see our reflection in the mirror, is unified by the actions of the brain, creating a recognizable image out of purely geometrical shapes, curves and lines.
Therefore, is there not a contradiction that lies between the Gestalt Theory and the Mirror Stage? Automatically when we look into the mirror and see our reflection according to the Gestalt Theory we see a shape, we see a body, and only afterwards do we search beyond just the body. So how then are we to recognize the image as our image if the Gestalt Theory recognizes shapes and the Mirror Stage recognizes Identity or Identification?
Could this be the reason for Lacans belief that we are "certainly more constituent than constituted"? That we are serving as a whole rather than being that whole? And that we are not real and we do not know the real us because of an illusion?
"The mirror stage can be understood as a form of identification".
We look at our reflection; we study it and use this as a way of identity. The drive that comes from understanding our identity then gives birth to our ego, the ego is formed by the image of self and others. Because the gestalt theory explores human behavior perhaps this is the cause for us being able to identify the image in the mirror as ourselves, through ego. However in relation to Lacans use of the Gestalt Theory, he describes us to be "constituent than constituted", we imagine a mental process involved in deciding our identity but perhaps we do not need an ego to recognize us as we are. The Gestalt Theory and The Mirror Stage Theory somewhat work hand in hand, as both theories adopt a kind of automatic cognitive recognition of our reflected image as our own.
At 0.14 seconds of "Zero Degrees", dancers Akram Khan and Sidi Larbi, begin their choreography symmetrically in front of one another. The duet consists of the bodies mirroring each other dancing in unison and at moments performing different movements at separate times. The intertwining arms and tangled partner work, demonstrates bodies that are belonging and not belonging to each other, through symmetrical movement and opposite movement. There is this feeling of power and submission between the men, and in my way of thinking, it is similar to my idea of the Gestalt and Mirror Theory being different but similar. The choreography indicates the challenges between both theories, for example how seeing the body and just a reflection, is different to discovering the self as an identity. The synchronization of the moving bodies at moments where they were in symmetry imitates a body looking into the mirror, engaging in self-discovering, the same as a child would through the mirror stage. There appears to be an argument between Khan and Larbi as if they're bodies discuss getting to know themselves but also the other person, as quoted by Lacan "the specular I turns into the social I".
Lacan states that;
"...in an ambiguous relation, the world of his own making tends to find completion..."
At 0.37 seconds the dancers break away into a fall catching themselves by running backwards into the dark standing flat against the wall. The choreography, in that moment can deliberate upon Lacan's statement, because even though the dancers seem to be finding completion, whilst mirroring one another in continuity, their abrupt break away showed that they felt there was a journey to be continued and that they desired "to find completion" . Perhaps in that moment they may not have discovered enough in their own reflections, (similarly to the child's development through the mirror stage; and Lacan's principle about "paranoiac knowledge") and demonstrated that by relying on the formation of self whilst looking in the mirror to make sense of the entire world, is not necessarily an efficient method.
Alike Mirror Stage and the choreography also, with all due respects, they both seem somewhat unfinished, hazy and in working progress, however both the Lacan's "The Mirror Stage" article and Akram Khan and Sidi Labri's "Zero Degrees" take you through a journey and really engage the viewer because of its many underlying surfaces. Both pieces may leave some questions unanswered but the advantage of that is it can be revisited repeatedly and still something interesting can be found and learnt.


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It occurred to me that may be there should be a Filofax Wedding Planner Lifestyle set to complement the existing Lifestyle Packs
So what would the Wedding Planner include? I had a look at some of the 'on-line' versions and came up with the following list of things to include:
- Address Book
- Bookmarks for useful websites
- Budget
- Check lists
- Guest list
- Menus
- Suppliers
- Table seating plans
- Gift list
Have I missed anything out that you think should be included? Please add the details in the comments below. As usual I will make the finished set of pages available in our files section. It's nearly 25 years since I got married in September 1985, so a lot has changed! Prices have gone up a little, ours cost £800, I don't think you would get any change from £8000 these days... !!
Of course you would need to dedicate a separate organiser to your wedding planner/honeymoon travel planner, I will leave you to enjoy deciding which organiser would be best suited to this duty... Deco Ivory for the white wedding may be? But may be an A5 would be more practical, how about a Finsbury in Pink, which of course you can use afterwards. Anyway I'm sure you will have fun picking one for yourself.
Oh and as for the wedding we were trying to plan on line yesterday, we are just lacking a few essential ingredients... date, venue... oh and a groom... but we have decided that like all good Filofax Organisers... he must be well organised and be able to lie flat...!!


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Discussion in 'Octopus Care' started by KMAN, Aug 9, 2005.
is there such a thing as a beginner octo if so wat is it
bimacs are supposed to be the easiest octos to care for, so I guess they would qualify as a "beginner octo". However, that doesn't mean that they are easy pets.
i noe dont wory im pretty experienced with octos i worked with them for almost a year at an aquarium and now i want to get some
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I was looking at the National Debt Clock the other day - you know, the total amount of money owed by your federal government.
A glance Friday showed we now owe $8,802,213,004,384 and change.
For those of you can't read that far from left to right, that's in the trillions.
Why stop with 12 zeros. Let's go for a centillion and add 303 zeros to the red ink.
Right now, every man, woman and child's share of this one-of-a-kind debt is just over $29,000 a year.
But hey, it's only money.
I find it ironic that adults, who are supposed to set the example, and particularly those on Capitol Hill, are some of our worst role models.
The government tells us - no, encourages us - to save. Now I understand why. Someone is going to have to pay this when it comes due.
If you wonder why your child is already in debt (and I'm not talking about student loans here), just remember that shining example that sets the pace when they're out running up those charge cards.
Chris Van Wagenen
On Capitol Hill, votes on millions and billions of dollars, with little consideration for the taxpayer, come as simple as opening a door. How did we get to this point?
We waste so much money in this country - day after day, month after month - year after year, it amazes me how we keep functioning as a nation.
The examples are so numerous one need only look at a Republican Study Committee report that found everything from Alaska Airlines being given a $500,000 grant to paint a Boeing 737 to look like a Chinook salmon to the National Endowment of the Arts, which awarded a $10,000 grant to the Orange Show Foundation in Houston to restore a house lined with beer cans for artists in residence. I'm sure they cracked a few cold ones to get to that point.
What would government do if we took away the two bread-winner household in lieu of something all parents want - a caring adult at home watching and raising our kids.
When I was growing up, the big fear was a nuclear tussle between us and Russia. Today, my bigger fear is the national debt.
The clock ticks, but no one is paying attention.
Somewhere down the road, someone is going to call our bluff - a debt holder that loses faith in the American dollar.
I am amazed just how little dialogue there is when it comes to the national debt. On Capitol Hill, they just keep raising the debt ceiling - $9 trillion now and running.
There was a time in history when they threw you in jail - called it debtor prison.
Now, it's charge baby charge and worry about the consequences tomorrow.
I remember a period, when I was much younger, you had to prove your credit worthiness.
Credit then was about stability - how long you held a job ... how long you lived in your residence ... it was a privilege, not a birth right.
But you would never know that by the examples set for all of us by the federal government.
Maybe it's time to cut off their credit.
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By means of some simple examples from economics, we elucidatecertain solution tools for the solution of optimal control problems were the system under study undergoes major changes when certain boundaries are crossed. The "major changes" may be that the state gets a jump discontinuity when crossing a boundary, or that the right hand side of the differential equation changes. Some theoretical result are presented. Among the results presented, at least the sufficient condition related to fields of extremals should be new.
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Canada's athletes in Sochi: Meet snowboarder Jake Holden
Sport: Snowboarding
Age: 26
Hometown: Caledon, Ont.
- Top-10 finish at 2013 World Cup event.
Interesting Fact: Growing up he was not a snowboarder but a martial artist, with a successful career in Judo. He was a Junior Champion in Judo before he considered switching to snowboarding.
Chances: Not considered a likely candidate for an Olympic medal in Sochi.
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Two women one black, one white one nationally prominent, the other a local working behind the scenes both mothers and both with the same quest in life convincing young mothers to choose life for their unborn babies.
Although the two women, Dr. Alveda C. King and Caroline Wolff have met just once, their efforts will take center stage Feb. 9 and 10 at St. Augustine's 20th Annual Run for Life rally and other activities.
To announce the start of the pro-life weekend, local youths will place 4,000 crosses on the grounds of the Prince of Peace Church on San Marco Avenue, near the Great Cross starting at 9 a.m. Feb. 9. Called the Cemetery of the Innocents, the crosses represent the average number of abortions that are performed each day throughout the United States.
Similar displays of crosses have appeared at that location on the first Saturday of Lent for the past 20 years in conjunction with the St. Gerard Campus Vision of Hope theme.
King, daughter of the late slain civil rights activist Rev. A. D. King and Naomi Barber King, and niece of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., will address the youth at a rally once the crosses are in place. She will also be the keynote speaker at other weekend events in St. Augustine.
King is a pastoral associate of Priests for Life and is an outspoken advocate for pro-life. Having experienced two abortions in her younger life, one voluntary, the other non-voluntary, King is haunted by the fact that her birthday occurs on Jan. 22, the same date as the U. S. Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade decision in 1973 that legalized abortion.
"By taking the lives of our young, and wounding the wombs and lives of their mothers, we are flying in the face of God," King wrote on her Web site: kingforamerica.com. "We cannot play God. If we continue down this path of destruction, we will be met at the gates by our own doom," she admonishes.
In many of her appearances, King tells her audiences, "This is the day to choose life. We must live and allow our babies to live. We must end the pain of post-abortion trauma. If the dream of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is to live, our babies must live. Our mothers must choose life. If we refuse to answer the cry of mercy from the unborn, and ignore the suffering of the mothers, then we are signing our own death warrants."
Local shelter
Locally, the St. Gerard Campus was founded by Wolff in 1981 as a place where young unmarried women, some as residents and others as commuters, could continue their lives in a sheltered environment while their unborns grow to term, The facility became a fully credited educational institution and has been heralded, not just locally, but nationally and internationally, as a compassionate, loving safe harbor for the unborn child and its mother, a place where the young women are prepared for child birth, child care and, hopefully, a successful life. An estimated 27,000 babies have been "saved" in the 27 years of operation at St. Gerard, says Wolff.
Wolff, the mother of five, grandmother and great-grandmother, frequently receives letters and is often visited by women who have attended St. Gerard Campus. Hundreds of photos of babies, mothers and families, attesting to the success of the program, adorn the campus walls. After more than a quarter of a century of dedication, Wolff now sees a majority of them as successful mothers and some who have gone on in their education to become doctors, dentists, hospital technicians, teachers and all levels of professionals.
"Some were thrown out of their homes when their pregnancies became evident. Some were urged to get abortions," Wolff said with tears in her eyes.
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Did you know that when you can do a lot for your business, you are allowing it to grow? Remember that your business can't grow without a foundation because even if you think you can handle a lot of things in your business, in the end when it starts growing, you would need a lot of help from it. That is why you should know what you can do to help your business grow because if you don't allow your business to grow, then you might get left behind by the competition because it can't be helped that there is a lot of competition.
You have to make sure that you are hands-on with your business because if you just rely on your employees then you are letting your company run blindly and after all, in the end, it will be you who will have to deal with the consequence of your business.
You can count on your employees to help grow your business, but you have to make sure that you have everything under your control because it is your business and you are the one who startsit, and if you don't know what is going, then you wouldn't know if its growing or not.
Don't allow yourself to be distant to your employees because though they are your employees they can still help you solve problems about the company and they are working hard to help you sustain the company.
Don't allow yourself to overspend the money in the company because you might make the company go bankrupt. Being modest with your spending for the sake of the company is a good thing to do. Perhaps hire a business accountant to manage your company's cycle of money.
As the boss, you have to make sure that you manage your company well and you shouldn't ignore any responsibilities that you have to take care of because if you do that, then your business wouldn't grow.
Always treat your business like a baby because it is your baby, and if you want your baby to grow, then you have to make sure that you take care of it and you should always know what is going on with your business.
You have to know what are the strength and the weakness of your business so that you would know what decision you are going to make that can potentially help grow your business.
Your business can run even after you are gone when you can hire the right people for it and made a connection with the right people who would want to help grow your business.
When you have your business and employees you shouldn't always be thinking of "I," but you should be thinking of "We" because now you have a group who can help you with your business.
Your business is your baby, and your employees are your family that is why you should always take care of them because if you don't balance them, then you will have a hard time allowing your business to grow.
With this, you now have an idea on how to help your business grow. Remember that though you are the boss and everything will start and end with you have to make sure that you don't forget about your employees because they too can help grow your business. When you are the boss of your work, it would mean that you have a different life you have to take care of, but don't worry as long as you manage it properly then everything will be okay for you and you wouldn't have to deal with any stress or pressure.