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Cumbria massacre top cop also patrols cyberspace
The UK's top e-copper has been put under the microscope over his force's heavily criticised response to Derrick Bird's fatal shooting spree. Deputy Chief Constable (DCC) Stuart Hyde was the public face of the Cumbrian Constabulary in the days following Bird's murderous Lake District rampage. His boss, Chief Constable Craig …
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why you're taking the piss. Sounds like not only is his heart in the right place, but his actions too.
Potentially dangerous, but...
Agreed, we could do a lot worse. There's aspects where it could backfire, but we sound to have somebody combining some practical knowledge with a sensible attitude to the policing. I've seen some pretty fancy stories coming out of my local police service, maybe a bit credulously reported as well.
His ideas also seem more compatible than most with the looming budget cuts.
What the checks on Cumbria Police will say about his other work, I'm not going to guess at. And it's such an unusual situation.
Go on then, there's 2 computers, examine the hard drives then tell me which one is stolen
It sounds like he is talking a lot of sense :)
I have to agree with Jamie Kitson, we need more police like him. It makes a real change to hear some official not play the nanny state game that they need to clamp down on everyone else.
e.g. "You don't leave your house unless you've locked it, you generally put your car alarm on. The e-world is exactly the same. Clearly you wouldn't let your kids just roam off and do what the hell they like, equally you wouldn't want them to do what the hell they like on-line."
Thats exactly the way it should be rather than the ever more Orwellian approach most other officials have in their relentless need to take control over everyone (as if they are to be trusted as some beacon of perfect fairness and judgment, when the fact is they prove they are not fair people because of their need to dictate to everyone yet they arrogantly demand that we give them ever more power over us all). Society based policing is a lot better than a state imposed Police State.
So it really makes a change to hear some official making some sense! ... we need a lot more police like him and he needs everyone's support to help his message spread. :)
This is one dangerous copper!
He's got common sense. No wonder his chief wants him out.
Cyberspace protection ...
It's always kinda two-faced to my way of looking at it:
Quick somebody fire him...
it sounds like he has a clue about t'internet and tech stuff, so obviously the wrong man for the job.
"everyone has a responsibility to protect themselves and their children"
I had to read that twice to make sure it didn't say "the government and everyone else have a responsibility to protect all children everywhere..."!
Oi! Personal responsibility not allowed, see?
Hyde: "...Clearly you wouldn't let your kids just roam off and do what the hell they like, equally you wouldn't want them to do what the hell they like on-line."
Yep - this guy is obviously an advocate of personal responsibility and involved parenting.
His career is already over, I'm afraid...
"But by going into the disk editor ...and getting into some sexy technical stuff."
Well, I've done my time with Norton Utilities but sexy? Naah.
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1. What was your love life in high school?:
A. Were fighting off suitors left and right!
B. Didn't have a boyfriend. Who had time?
C. Went steady with the Student Council President.
D. Had tons of guy friends, who always wanted your advice.
E. Had an unrequited crush on the captain of the football team.
2. Your best quality is:
A. Your independence.
B. Your courage.
C. Your creativity.
D. Your kindness.
E. Your sense of humor.
3. It's spring cleaning day! You:
A. Embrace it. Domestic chores make you feel grounded.
B. Have a battle plan in place. You stay focused, and get the house under control in no time.
C. Spring cleaning? Every day is cleaning day around this house.
D. Whistle while cleaning up the mess made by your little ones.
E. Get easily distracted. You keep coming across treasures you didn't know you had!
4. If you could change one thing about yourself, you'd:
A. Think more before speaking.
B. Be more of a girly girl.
C. Have a better wardrobe.
D. Be less trusting.
E. Spend less time daydreaming.
5. A friend is having a bad day. You:
A. Encourage her to confront the problem head-on. Moping around won't change anything!
B. Suggest taking a long walk together. Nothing like some time outdoors to clear one's head.
C. Hand-make a beautiful card that lets her know how much you love and support her.
D. Bake her some cookies and lend a listening ear.
E. Invite her out for some tea and take her mind off things with a funny story.
6. How would you best describe your ideal home?
A. Spacious, breezy, and open, with lots of gorgeous fabrics and comfy cushions for lounging
B. Strong yet detailed: heavy beams juxtaposed with detailed artwork and fine craftsmanship.
C. Over the top opulence — shining marble floors, high ceilings, stained glass, and elegant staircases.
D. A country cottage that's homey and comfortable to make guests feel welcome.
E. Casual and beachy, with vintage knick-knacks and trinkets that hold lots of meaning for you.
7. Your favorite classic movie crush is:
A. Rudolph Valentino in The Sheik.
B. Bruce Lee in Enter the Dragon.
C. Cary Grant in An Affair to Remember.
D. Gregory Peck in Roman Holiday.
E. Errol Flynn in Captain Blood.
8. Your dream vacation destination is:
A. An African safari — roughing it in the wild, sleeping under the stars.
B. Hiking the Great Wall of China.
C. Walt Disney World, of course!
D. Renting a villa in Tuscany.
E. Snorkeling Australia's Great Barrier Reef.
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Kevin Costner stars in Swing Vote, a clever, feel-good "landslide comedy winner. So funny and inspiring you'll stand up and cheer!" (Pete Hammond, Hollywood.com) Bud Johnson's an ordinary dad drifting through life, caring about nothing except his overachieving daughter Molly. Trying to encourage him to get involved, Molly accidentally sets off a chain of events on Election Day that ends with the presidential race coming down to one vote, Bud's. Comedic chaos ensues as Kelsey Grammer, Dennis Hopper, Nathan Lane, Stanley Tucci and George Lopez give all-star support in a witty and uplifting film that's "charming, funny, smart, touching and profound!" (Scott Mantz, Access Hollywood).
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There's been some interesting charts published of Prime Minister and Leader of the Opposition poll popularity.
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Helen Clark was a widely respected Prime Minister who won three elections and led Government for nine years. John Key has ranked high in the popularity stakes since becoming Prime Minister.
Clark and Key have tracked very similar paths over their second terms.
Leader's of the Opposition struggle to get recognition in polls. David Farrar at charts this at Kiwiblog in Opposition Leader in the Preferred PM poll:
Clark languished as low as 2% for her first three years as Labour leader and then shot up, presumably around the time of the 1996 election which Labour came close with 34.68% to Bolger's National's 35.05% to be thwarted by NZ First siding with National in coalition.
Key started much higher and kept rising until and after National won in 2008.
Phil Goff started much lower until a late climb for the 2011 election but withdrew from leadership soon after.
David Shearer had modest ups and downs before pulling the plug on a position he never looked comfortable in.
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|It was certainly not the way Chase Anderson wanted to finish up his 2014 season, but Arizona's rookie right-hander still has plenty to feel good about. Anderson was roughed up in his final start of the year as the Rockies pounded the D-backs, 15-3, on Friday night at Coors Field.More» Ross rips a double to drive home Lamb
|Inside-the-park home runs are hard to come by. So when Rockies third baseman Rafael Ynoa had his chance at one Friday night vs. the D-backs, the officiating crew wanted to make sure they got the call right.More» Umpires review play at the plate in the 5th
|A two-run homer by Wilin Rosario off of closer Addison Reed gave the Rockies a 7-6 walk-off win over the D-backs on Thursday night at Coors Field.More» Pacheco singles in a pair to pad the lead
|The D-backs fell to the Giants, 4-2, thanks to a ninth-inning San Francisco rally on Wednesday at Chase Field. Andrew Chafin was terrific in his second career start, allowing two runs over six frames and adding an RBI single.More» Chafin holds Giants to two runs over six
|D-backs chief baseball officer Tony La Russa met with general-manager candidates Dave Stewart and Allard Baird on Tuesday, while Rangers assistant GM Thad Levine withdrew his name from consideration.More»La Russa shares a funny story about Dave Stewart
|First baseman Paul Goldschmidt was named Major League Baseball and Chevrolet's D-backs nominee for the 2014 Roberto Clemente Award on Tuesday. Each team has a nominee for the award, which recognizes a player who best represents baseball through positive acts on and off the field, including sportsmanship and community involvement.More» Goldy breaks deadlock with two-run shot
|Josh Collmenter put together his fifth straight outstanding start, but the right-hander did not come away with a win to show for it as the D-backs fell to the Giants, 2-1, on Tuesday night at Chase Field.More» Collmenter allows two runs over eight frames
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What's tough with the program is that many of the teacher's, administrator's and clerical staff have spent too many years on the job and should consider retirement. They value their own self-interest over that of the school, community and the children.
This school has made some changes for the worse this last year so my children and I are now happy to leave
I love this school! Great teachers, caring environment! I have had three children go through from K - 8th grades and have always felt they are getting the best education with an addition of our Catholic values! My children have gone on to become confident, faith filled young adults.
This is an amazing school. I am not only an alumni but have two students that attend. The school is very welcoming and has a family feel. The curriculum is challenging but that's what I like about it. I am very thankful to have my own children in a school where I know they are safe and treated with respect.
My daughter is a 3rd grader here, and I would have to agree with the other reviews. It seems like every month there is a fundraiser or they are asking for money or charging you extra money in fees. We did extended care this year and are now paying close to $6000 a year to attend. IT IS NOT WORTH IT. They need serious help, we are changing schools next year. My daughter deserves way better then what this school has to offer.
This school is the worst possible way to invest your money. All of the reviews that are higher than one or two stars are the faculty trying to boost their rating. The teachers are terrible, they have no idea what they're talking about. and they have the wrong ideals to be teaching a young student that will carry with them throughout their life.
Difficult environment, newer teachers lack experience, older teachers locked in the past. Programs lack of focus on the basics, forces many kids to supplement with tutors, tutoring club, ... many kids just don't fit this archaic model. Teachers unable to control kids without yelling. Behavioral issues resulting from poor teacher rapport with students. Lots of passing the buck.
This is the best investment you can make for your child's future.
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1. On the front cover, you'll see a starburst Pass the Book sticker, and an orange sticker with the book number on it.
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Hi everyone! Have you ever attempted to make cake balls, but they haven't turned out like you wanted? Have you struggled with how to make them look smooth? These little bites of heaven can be like little bits of terror to work with at times! Have you wanted to pull your hair out due to pure frustration from making cake balls? Well, look no further because I am going to share all of my secrets of how to make your cake balls smooth and the bottoms to look pretty and perfect every time!
To make these cake balls, you will need:Any type of cake (already prepared)
Any type of frosting (already prepared)
Ice cream scooper
Candy dipping tool (purchase from Michael's)
Candy coating
Canola Oil
Food coloring if desired
Decorations (candy, sprinkles, sanding sugar, etc.)
The first step is to allow your cake to cool completely before crumbling it.
After your cake has cooled, now you are ready to crumble the cakes. I usually cut sections of my cakes and place them into the blender, but you can also crumble the cakes with your hands.
After you blend your cake or crumble it, it should have a consistency like bread crumbs.
The next step is to add in your frosting. I am using buttercream here, but you can add in any frosting that you like.
After stirring in the frosting, it should come together and look like this.
Next, I use an ice cream scooper to scoop the cake balls out onto a cookie sheet. I use an ice cream scooper to ensure that each cake ball is uniform in size, but you can use a spoon or even a tablespoon to scoop them out.
After scooping each cake ball onto your cookie sheet, cover the cake balls with plastic wrap and put them into the freezer to allow them to firm up. I only take a few out of the freezer at a time to coat with candy coating because once the warmer they get, the harder they are to work with.
While your cake balls are still in the freezer, microwave your candy coating. I only use a small amount at a time because I don't like to waste it and also it seems to work better that way. After microwaving, add in some canola oil or vegetable oil. I am not sure how much to tell you to add because it depends on how much candy coating you use.
After adding the canola oil in, the candy coating should drip off of the spoon. The candy coating should be thin, but not too thin because you want it to be thick enough to evenly coat the cake balls.
Now it is time to use the candy dipping tool, but I just refer to it as my candy fork (you can purchase it at Michael's). This tool is amazing and has really helped me be able to make the cake balls smooth at the bottom! It looks like a temperature fork on the end, but this little baby works wonders!
Using your candy fork, place a cake ball on the edge and with a large spoon drizzle the candy coating over the top in a back and forth motion.
Coat the cake ball completely and tap the excess off gently on the side of the bowl and then gently scrape any excess off the bottom on the side of the bowl, but be careful not to scrape the bottom of the cake ball.
If you want to decorate with sprinkles, sanding sugar or other candies that you are going to sprinkle over the cake balls, then you need to do this immediately after coating them with candy coating because they dry really fast, especially if you live down in the south with this humidity!
Decorate the cake balls however you like and enjoy! Thank you for tuning in and I hope this helps someone out there! Take care everyone ;)


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Hybrid Hylander by Wendy on 11/01/2006. Trim: 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited 4X4, Owned less than 1 year.
Pros: This is my second highlander, the first was not a hybrid. I would recommend a highlander to everyone and have. I love the way the car handles and is very quiet.
Cons: I am not sure the hybrid was worth the extra $$ I am gettig 23 miles per gallon and in my last one also got 23 miles per gallon.
Overall review: I rate the car very high as I do all Toyotas.
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COV or SUV? Doesn't matter to me. by m-square on 01/05/2010. Trim: 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited 4X2, Owned 3 years.
Pros: I love the way this vehicle handles: it is super quiet, rides like a dream and over 2 years after purchasing it, it still feels and looks new. I get compliments all the time!
Cons: Has a tendency to pull away (accelerate on it's own) occasionally, which can be a little alarming. Do not leave it running in park without the emergency brake on.
Overall review: I "negotiated" a pretty good price for mine, and added to the tax brake I still feel okay with the purchase as I make out my monthly payments. The fact that gas increased so much, and I am reducing my carbon footprint helps quite a bit too.
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Top of the Line by Tom in Stafford on 12/19/2006. Trim: 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited 4X4, Owned less than 1 year.
Pros: Even though this is an SUV, it drives like a luxury sedan. On the road, the interior is quiet and welcoming, the seats are comfortable, and there are few blind spots like in typical SUVs. Despite being a "hybrid", the Highlander provides plenty of acceleration when you need it. The styling is timeless and the overall quality of the vehicle can't be beat.
Cons: Braking is a little uneven at first. I'm not sure if this is a factor of the regenerative braking or not. The price is also fairly steep for only 6-8 miles more per gallon. The only other beef I have about this vehicle is with the driver and passenger cup holders; regular soda cans and small coffee cups tend to slide around some during driving.
Overall review: I highly recommend this vehicle. The Highlander provides a much better ride and performance than other SUV's I've driven.
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SUV of the future available right now!!! by Huntington Beach Fletch on 10/13/2006. Trim: 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited 4X2, Owned less than 1 year.
Pros: A real solid feeling all around. Power on par with and exceeding many V-8's. Navi,front seat heaters and leather are Lexus-like. Like having a 3rd row seat and will add a rear entertainment unit soon. Will cruise on electic only into the upper 40's(unlike our Prius).
Cons: Should have come with a rearview camera like our Prius did.
Overall review: We waited for the second year HiHy for a reason. Buy this one, the bugs are worked out. I average 30 mpg because I try. The wife gets 25 because she likes the power. Overall, it's like a Prius on steroids.
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One year later and two world crises averted, it's time to bring back Traught Week. And coincidentally, we've just hit 300 followers! Thank Zoe for our lovely new layout, while you're gearing up for the shipping extravaganza.
In this year's edition of Traught Takeover, we're going back to Gotham Academy. Consider this your fully funded Wayne Scholarship to attend Gotham's most prestigious shipping week. So be sure to slick back your hair, make nice with your student liaison, and don't be be late for Mathlete's practice. It'd a D-R-A-G without you.
Sunday, September 01: Chemistry
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Saturday, September 07: Reunion
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First Episode of TACORI TV Launches with the Introduction of "TACORI Gentleman's Bands"
Los Angeles– TACORI, the legendary fine jewelry designer, is proud to announce the creation of TACORI TV, a private online channel designed as a library of essential TACORI video content that will allow Retail Partners access to TACORI training tips and other inside information.
TACORI TV is designed as an entertaining and educational format in which TACORI can communicate with all Retail Partners, while also leveraging online video technology to provide sales professionals 24 hour access to a wide breadth of TACORI trainings and information.
The first episode of TACORI TV focuses on "TACORI Gentleman's Bands", and was first previewed to a select group of Retail Partners at the fourth annual Club TACORI event in Hollywood, CA in October 2012. This episode is now available to all TACORI retail partners via online access of the "Retail Partner" portal on the www.Tacori.com website.
The "TACORI Gentleman's Bands," episode features Stephen Alexander, SVP of Sales, who presents the new collection of TACORI Gentleman's Bands, introduces the TACORI Sports Bands, and explains why the advent of TACORI Sports Bands will ensure that retail stores never sell a Gentlemen a "fork" as a wedding ring ever again.
And through this entertaining and educational video format, TACORI TV accomplishes this all in under 5:00 minutes.
The subject of "TACORI Gentleman's Bands" was selected as the first episode of TACORI TV because, in the jewelry industry as a whole, wedding bands tend to be an afterthought of the engagement ring sale, and TACORI is committed to reversing this trend and putting wedding bands back in the spotlight. TACORI believes that every TACORI girl deserves to be part of a TACORI couple and that every man deserves a TACORI Gentleman's Band in a precious metal.
Following soon after this first episode, TACORI will support the creation of fresh TACORI TV content through their investment in an in-house video studio capable of producing all the training, styling tips and selling tools that a modern retail partner needs for success in today's competitive marketplace.
"With each episode, we want to give the audience an opportunity to feel like they are sitting down with a TACORI specialist at the TACORI Design Studio and learning something valuable while being entertained. That is the heart of TACORI TV," says SVP of Sales, Stephen Alexander.
Future episodes of TACORI TV will include "TACORI Rosetta Stone", the "TACORI Engagement Journal", previews of New Collections and more.
"TACORI is a true innovator in the jewelry industry and this is one more TACORI tool to help grow the success and partnership with each and every one of our TACORI retail partners. Through uniquely entertaining video content we are changing the way the jewelry industry not only sells but sharpens their way of training," says President of Sales and Marketing, Paul Tacorian.
About TACORI:
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My son attends Grand Avenue Christian School. He is in the Pre-K. I chose this school because of its student/teacher ratio and its commitment to integrating Christian values and principles. The teachers are caring and provide a safe environment for the children. I really appreciate that they take the time to deal with active boys. The principal is very active with the preschool and knows all the students by name. I am praying that my son will be able to continue at this school wherever they relocate.
Principal is really good and very involve in all activities,he has a good leadership quality that's why teachers are good too. . . .Keep it up and May God Bless this school always. . .
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Parent response overwhelmingly positive - As principal of GACS, I have received glowing reviews about our staff and school program. The teacher criticized in the 1-26-11 review recently lost her husband of 59 years and had excruciating back surgery. I am in constant contact with her, and she is responding to my feedback. All staff and current school families understand and appreciate her caring treatment of the students.
I was really glad when my child started pre-k at this school the teachers were great and very patient. unfortunately i cant say the same thing about the kindergarten class. I find it very discouraging to have my child constantly being put down or talked about negatively. It is heart breaking to see this going on at a christian school.
This school was very good for my sons. I can't remember very nice and enthusiastic teacher.
This is a good school. It's small so the children get the attention they need. The staff is wonderful. The teachers are great. It's a very good Christian environment for your kids to grow up in.
Grand Avenue is a good school who offers a small size for class instruction. My son and several nieces have attented this school. Highly Recommend.
I am very involved at Grand Avenue and would like to say that my son is safe and has excelled while there. I am a single mom with little time to spend concerned about his wellbeing. I trust the teachers there and know that they have the students' best interest at the forefront of the programs there. It is a great school, a real family environment. The only thing I can think of that would make Grand a better private school is if more parents were involved.
The teachers are very skilled and work hard to bring out the best in each child. They know every kid's favorite activities and hobbies, and at the same time they are very consistent with the homework and the curriculum. Not more than ten students per teacher in almost every grade.
I attended Grand Avenue for six years, pre-k to 4th grade. I am now graduating high school. I would just like to say that I learned so much while attending school at Grand. It was a great place for me to start my schooling. Thank you!
My sons have been at this school since for six years. I have been very happy with the small size and the family atmosphere. It's nice when all the kids names are known. The small class size makes an excellent learning environment also. Almost like individual attention. Second best to homeschooling. My boys prefer it though as they get to see their friends. I have enjoyed the school as a parent as we are able to be involved with every aspect of the school. I would highly recommend this school.
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When new state regulations and Internet demands forced IDT to make call center changes, it turned to Tikal's contact center on demand. IDT realized it would need the services of 50 additional agents, and after learning about the benefits of hosted contact centers, decided to take its operations to the cloud.
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A friend wrote to tell me that she had covered the perches of her bird feeders with material to keep birds' feet from contact with cold metal. She has a kind heart. Actually, birds have adaptations to foot muscles, nerves, and blood supply that make damage from cold weather unlikely. While looking for information on this in Cornell Lab's "Handbook of Bird Biology," I learned that some birds have fingerprints. The feet of birds like raptors and parrots have papillae, small, nipple-like projections that cover the bottom of the foot. They form patterns that vary from individual to individual, allowing birds of similar appearance to be identified one from another. This is said to be handy in particular for identifying birds of significant value, birds stolen for instance. I wonder if you can scan bird eyes for the same pupil differences used to identify humans. Probably. Generally speaking, at this point in human development we can do way more than we need to do.
A Ross's Goose, least common of the goose species to be seen in Minnesota, has spent the past several days in Hopkins. Tuesday it was present from early afternoon until dusk at Central Park in Hopkins. The park is adjacent to Excelsior Blvd., just west of 17th Ave. S. The Ross's Goose has been keeping company with several dozen Canada Geese. Ross's is a small goose, no larger than a Mallard, with plumage very similar to Snow Goose. It would be expected to be seen in small numbers the far western portion of the state. It is a beautiful bird.
A pair of Cooper's Hawks nested in a yard adjoining ours this summer. They were quiet and secretive neighbors. We assume they raised chicks. We never saw one, though, a disappointment since they were so close at hand. We could watch the nest until the trees filled out with leaves. One of the adults, the female I believe, visited our yard late Tuesday afternoon. The bird took a shaded position in a tree while it unsuccessfully looked for prey. Four species of hawks nest nearby -- Cooper's, Red-tailed, Red-shouldered, and Broad-winged. For me, Cooper's is the most handsome.
Two of northern Minnesota's finest artists have collaborated on a book about hawks. The book is "Hawk Ridge: Minnesota's Birds of Prey." The author is Laura Erickson, the artist Betsy Bowen. Hawk Weekend is this Saturday and Sunday. The book is a perfect companion for a hawk-watching trip to Hawk Ridge in Duluth.
Hawk Ridge is an observation point above the city of Duluth. It's famous as one of the nation's best places to see raptors (and other birds) as they migrate. Birds can be seen in both spring and fall, but the fall movement is the one to watch. Some days are spectacular, with tens of thousands of birds flowing over and along the ridge.
Erickson has been a fixture at the main Hawk Ridge observation point for years. She writes with clarity and passion the life histories of 20 species of eagles, hawks, falcons, kites, and vultures. She tells why birds make Hawk Ridge the exciting place it is from August through November, the fall migration window. She writes with grace, knowledgeable sentences flowing as smoothly as the ridge wind.
Bowen, who works up the Lake Superior shore in Grand Marais, is perhaps best known for her woodcut art. Here, she has painted some raptors, drawn others with pen and ink. Her distinctive style is evident regardless of medium.
Timely is the short chapter on visiting Hawk Ridge because this weekend, Sept. 20 and 21, is Hawk Weekend. Erickson details all you need to know, wear, and bring when you visit.
Special events are planned for both days. Help with identification will be available. Live birds will be shown. With appropriate weather, good visibility and a wind from the north or northwest, these could be spectacular migration days. Broad-winged Hawks are the species that usually has the highest count number, often approaching 100,000 for a season, with one or two days when the majority of those birds could pass.
The Broad-winged total for this season stood at 9,504 for the season to date. That means the big flights are yet to happen. To date, 14 raptor species have been seen. (Both species of eagle and Rough-legged Hawk tend to appear later in the fall.)
Find a copy of the book, then head for Duluth. If you plan an overnight, make reservations immediately. The birds and the fall color in the forests make Duluth a high-demand destination right now. For more information go to www.hawkridge.org
The Wednesday birding column in the StarTribune's Home and Garden section discussed the origin of bird names. Here are some that didn't make the column cut.
Black-capped Chickadee -- Chickadee is onomatopoeic.
Sandhill Crane -- often uses small hills for its courtship dance.
Frigatebird -- named by seaman for its habit of pursuing and robbing other birds.
Harrier -- from the bird's harrying of poultry, dates to 16th century.
Jaeger -- German for hunter. Three species, all hunters.
Loon -- not for maniacal call, but from old Danish or Swedish word loam or lim, meaning lame, in reference to the bird's awkward movement on land.
Oldsquaw -- no longer in use for its insensitive reference to noisy chatter. The bird is now known as Long-tailed Duck.
Phoebe and pewee -- they sing their names.
Robin -- English settlers often gave this name to any bird with red on its breast. They were familiar with a robin in England.
Vesper Sparrow -- for its singing at dusk.
Magnolia Warbler -- first specimen was shot out of a magnolia tree by Alexander Wilson, America's first true ornithologist. For obvious reasons he also applied the warbler names Connecticut, Cape May, Tennessee, and Kentucky.
Mourning Warbler -- its black breast suggested mourning clothes to its namer, Mr. Wilson.
Prairie Warbler -- misnamed. Not found on prairies.
Clark's Nutcracker -- named for the famed explorer.
LeConte's Sparrow -- Dr. John LeConte was a college professor who during the Civil War ran a gunpowder factory for the Confederate Army. Unknown who chose to honor him or exactly why.
Lincoln's Sparrow -- 21-year-old Thomas Lincoln was with Audubon when this bird was first identified.
Spague's Pipit -- Isaac Sprague was an artist who accompanied Audubon on a trip up the Missouri River.
Townsend's Warbler -- its namesake, John K. Townsend, intended to name the bird (but not for himself) when he learned that another ornithologist was about to give Townsend's name to his discovery of the same species. Townsend graciously let the other's action take precedence.
Sora -- named by American Indians, one of the few such names that have survived.
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Cognac Country House
Farmhouse | 3 bedrooms | sleeps 6
|Key Info
We have named our house 'Chasselas' from the grape type that grows across the front of the property and that provides us with a delicious sweet white table grape in September. The property dates from around 1850 when it was built as two houses to accommodate vineyard workers and their families; hence the two front doors! .
Downstairs are two large rooms, one is the kitchen/dining room (25m2) with a shower/utility room with separate WC off. A door leads from the kitchen into the lounge , both rooms look out onto the garden. At one end of the kitchen are the usual worktops, a double sink unit and floor and wall cupboards.
The spacious lounge (35m2) has a high ceiling with exposed beams. Original features include the large stone fireplace, with wood burning stove, and wooden staircase leading up to an upstairs landing. Both downstairs rooms have white tiling that keeps them feeling cool even in in the hottest weather.The lounge has its own external door leading to the garden.
Upstairs, off a landing that runs the length of the house, are 3 double bedrooms (18m2, 12m2, and 14m2) and a bathroom all having South facing views over the garden. The bedrooms have double glazing so that even the occasional tractor that passes the house in the mornings is difficult to hear. The third bedroom has a built in wardrobe. The bathroom contains a handbasin unit, shower cubicle and WC.
Chasselas has a very private walled garden . It is partially graveled to enable cars to be parked off the road, access is through a pair of metal gates. Facing the house, on the other side of the garden is a stone barn that doubles as a garage. The garden has a small grassed area and cherry, fig, and apple trees. Being totally enclosed the garden provides a safe area for children to play.
Our Cognac country house is situated in a tiny, tranquil hamlet, surrounded by vineyards, only a 15 minute drive to the historic town of Cognac and the beautiful River Charente. The Atlantic beaches are just over an hour's drive.
|Sleeps up to 6, 3 bedrooms
|Nearest beach
|Royan 80 km
|Will consider
|House swap, Long term lets (over 1 month)
|Car essential
|Nearest Amenities
|8 km
|Nearest travel links
|Nearest airport: La Rochelle 100 km, Nearest railway: Cognac 15 km
|Family friendly
|Great for children of all ages
|Pets welcome, No smoking at this property
Features and Facilities
|Log fire, DVD player
|TV, Video player, CD player
|Kettle, Toaster
|Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
|3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 2 Shower rooms
|Single beds (6), Cots (1), Dining seats for 6, Lounge seats for 6
|Linen provided, Towels provided, High chair
|Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available
The Poitou-Charentes/Vendee region
Our Cognac Country House lies on the border of two departments, Charente and Charente Maritime; ideally located for exploring these two lovely areas. Charente Maritime with it's coastline of beaches and estuaries and the vineyards, ancient towns and historic sites of Charente. The immediate locality is one of vineyards that seem to stretch into infinity; ideal for long walks or cycle rides. (We have a link with a local British run bike hire company).
The climate is one of short mild winters and long hot, but not too hot, summers.
The nearest attraction is Cognac itself (15 mins) with a multitude of things to do; outdoor pool, fishing and boat trips on the River Charente , museums, distillery tours, film festivals and its world famous Blues Festival. Other towns drenched in history, within an easy drive, are Saintes and St Jean D'angely. The magnificent Atlantic beaches are just over an hour away at Royan.
During the summer towns in both the Charente Maritime and the Charente host music festivals and other cultural and fun events
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prollySyllabification: prol·ly
Pronunciation: /ˈprälē /
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PITTSBURGH -- Carlos Zambranos most friendly road stop before Saturday night had been PNC Park.
But being back there didnt prevent his control issues from continuing, or the Marlins from achieving a new low in an increasingly disappointing season.
The Pirates scored four runs without a hit in a historically bad fourth inning for the Marlins, and another weak hitting effort left them with a 5-1 loss to the Pirates before a crowd of 39,411 the fifth-largest in PNC Park history.
It was the first time in franchise history the Marlins gave up four runs in an inning without surrendering a hit. It was also the first time any major-league team has accomplished the feat since Sept. 23, 1998, when Oakland did it at Seattle.
The Marlins fourth consecutive loss continued their dip in the standings as baseballs July 31 trade deadline nears. Miami (44-50) slipped six games under .500 a season-worst for the third time this year. During the losing streak, the Marlins are 2 for 29 with runners in scoring position, although A.J. Burnett did not allow many of those opportunities Saturday.
Manager Ozzie Guillen said his frustration level has reached a new high. Guillen said he showered immediately after the game before his postgame news conference for the first time.
I dont think Ive ever done that except maybe in the World Series because I had to look good for the cameras, Guillen said. I just sat there [in the dugout] thinking, Are we that bad? Everything is wrong right now, coaching, offense, the defense. Hopefully, we can forget about it and start playing better, even if its at least to have fun at this job.
Zambrano left distraught as well after a performance that did not mirror a career 8-1 record at PNC Park his best career winning percentage at any road stadium.
Zambrano gave up only three hits but surrendered six walks and hit two batters after only 3 1/3 innings pitched, his shortest outing since back-to-back sub-three-inning starts against Tampa Bay on June 9 and 15.
Im not pitching the way Im supposed to, and Im not doing my job, Zambrano said. Its terrible.
Burnett, an ex-Marlin, fared much better against his former team, going 7 2/3 innings while allowing only one walk and one earned run, which came on a solo homer in the second by Justin Ruggiano. Burnett (11-3) has won 10 of his past 11 decisions.
Zambrano opened the disastrous fourth by hitting Rod Barajas and Clint Barmes the No. 7 and 8 batters in the Pirates lineup. Catcher John Buck compounded the mess when he fielded a sacrifice bunt by Burnett and threw the ball high and wide of first base, allowing Barajas to score. After walking Alex Presley to load the bases, Neil Walker drove in another run on a sacrifice fly. Guillen pulled Zambrano after back-to-back walks to Andrew McCutchen and Garrett Jones, the latter forcing in a run.
Zambranos record fell to 5-8 in 19 starts this season, and his ERA is now 4.34 as his struggles the past six weeks continued. It was especially frustrating for Zambrano after securing a 5-3 victory Monday in his previous start.
Sometimes I throw 94 [mph] at least once, like my last outing, Zambrano said. But sometimes, like [Saturday], I cant get anything. Im working hard. Im doing my exercises and doing everything I have to do.
Since June 9, Zambrano is 1-5 with a 7.69 ERA in eight starts and has walked 34 batters to only 23 strikeouts. During that span, he has not lasted more than six innings, and he has done that only three times.
In his 11 starts to open the season, Zambrano was 4-3 with a 2.81 ERA and had 56 strikeouts to only 29 walks. Zambrano went at least six innings in 10 of those starts.
Walks have been a big issue. Zambrano has walked 63 batters, which is seven more than he had all of last season with the Cubs. Zambrano, who leads the Marlins in walks, issued six walks in a game for the third time this season, tying his season high.
Zambrano said he felt fine physically but said the issues could stem from his delivery.
Chad Gaudin replaced Zambrano and walked Casey McGehee to force in another run. But Gaudin was sharp after that and went 3 2/3 innings.