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The iCloud Photos Master Guide: Everything You Need to Know for Photo Management
Apple's cloud-synced photo management system for your Mac and iPhone, iCloud Photo Library, provides powerful tools for your pictures. We've already outlined a few important traits of iCloud Photo Library. Now it's time to dig deeper into that system.
Let's take a closer look at the key routines you need to manage your photos and videos with iCloud. Mainly, we'll cover how to:
- Upload photos to iCloud
- Access photos
- Share photos
- Download photos
- Delete photos
Before we get started, ensure that you have your photos backed up and ready to restore How to Back Up and Restore Your Mac's iTunes & Photos Library Chances are if you've lost all your music, photos, and videos once, you'll make sure it never happens again. Read More in case something goes wrong.
How to Upload Photos to iCloud
To back up photos to iCloud, you have to enable the cloud sync feature for the Photos app first. You can do this by turning on iCloud Photo Library on each of your Apple devices:
- On a Mac: You can set up cloud sync from the Photos app. Once you have the app open, head to Photos > Preferences > iCloud. There, select the checkbox for iCloud Photo Library. You'll also find this setting under System Preferences > iCloud > Photos > Options.
- On an iPhone/iPad: Open Settings and tap on your name at the top, below the search box. From the next screen, go to iCloud > Photos to access the iCloud Photo Library option. Tap the toggle switch to enable the setting. You can also enable it from Settings > Photos.
iCloud Photo Library uses your iCloud storage for backing up photos, which means you have a limit of 5GB unless you upgrade to a higher storage plan Is It Finally Time to Buy More iCloud Storage? Now that iCloud storage costs considerably less than it used to, it might be time to upgrade beyond 5GB. Read More .
To check if the free plan is enough for your current photo management needs, you need to know the size of your photo library. You can find it at/Home/Pictures. Right-click on the Photos Library icon and choose Get Info in the context menu to see how much storage space your photos and videos take up.
In any case, it's best to de-clutter your albums 6 Easy Ways to Reduce Mac Backup Sizes and Save Space If you're running out of storage for your Mac backups, these tips will help you reduce the size and streamline the process. Read More before you upload photos to iCloud. Then you can use the spare iCloud storage for other purposes.
High Resolution vs. Low Resolution Photos
While you're enabling cloud sync as described above, you can choose between two options:
- Save originals to your device for offline access.
- Keep originals in the cloud only and optimize storage space on your devices Improve Your iPhone Photo Management to Free Up More Space Do you have thousands of photos on your iPhone? Is it hard to find the pictures you're looking for? Is your iPhone full? You need to work on your photo management. Read More with lightweight copies.
Of course, you don't have to pick the same option on all devices. You can keep originals on your Mac and use low-resolution versions on your iPhone, for instance.
On a Mac, you'll find the Optimize option not only in the settings of the Photos app, but also under About This Mac > Storage > Manage > Photos. It shows up as Optimize Photo Library.
Keep in mind that you can also upload photos to iCloud directly on the web at iCloud's Photos page. Click on the Upload photos button in the toolbar to select media for uploading. Drag and drop also works. Photos you upload in this fashion won't show up on devices where you have turned off iCloud Photo Library.
What Happens After You Enable iCloud Photo Library
Once you turn on iCloud Photo Library, every photo and video from your Photos library gets backed up to iCloud at full resolution. Yes, that includes everything from JPG, PNG, and GIF images to 4K videos and Live Photos. There's no option for selective syncing.
The actual sync process takes quite a bit of time, depending on the size of your photo library and your internet speed.
On your Mac, you can upload more photos to iCloud by dragging and dropping them onto the app. This works only if you have enabled the following setting: Photos > Preferences > General > Importing > Copy items to the Photos library.
If you haven't, the app treats the photos you dropped into it as referenced files. In other words, Photos catalogs the images, but doesn't add them to your Photos Library. As a result, it doesn't upload them to iCloud either. You can copy referenced files to your library with the menu option File > Consolidate.
On your iPhone, all photos and videos you capture or import to your Camera Roll sync to iCloud automatically. Screenshots also count.
The best part about iCloud sync is that your iCloud Photo Library backs up your picture edits to the cloud! You can edit photos as well as restore their original versions from any device, anytime.
If you have used iTunes on your Mac to sync photos to your iPhone, you'll lose them from your phone when you enable iCloud Photo Library on it. But they'll stay put on your Mac. Once you enable cloud sync on your Mac, the photos will back up to iCloud and reappear on your phone.
An Alternative to iCloud Photos
Let's say your photo library is tiny or you don't want to back up your photos to iCloud. In that case you might want to pick the My Photo Stream option instead of iCloud Photo Library.
This feature syncs 1,000 of your most recent photos (or 30 days' worth) across your Apple devices wirelessly. It doesn't work with videos. And photos uploaded to My Photo Stream don't count toward your iCloud storage.
If you have enabled iCloud Photo Library, the status of My Photo Stream is irrelevant.
How to Access iCloud Photos
You can view all your iCloud photos and videos in the Photos app on all your Apple devices. What's more, you can also access them on the web at icloud.com. To do so, you'll need to log in with your Apple ID and open the Photos app on the page.
What about non-Apple devices—can you access your iCloud photos on them? It depends.
If you're a Windows user, you can install iCloud for Windows to access iCloud photos on PC. With the app installed, you can also upload photos from your Windows picture library to iCloud. Apple has the requisite setup instructions for using iCloud Photo Library on your Windows PC.
On a Linux machine, you'll have to fall back on iCloud's web interface to view your photos. To access iCloud photos on Android, the web version of iCloud in Chrome is your best bet. But it's far from perfect.
How to Share Photos on iCloud
Before you can start sharing photos and videos with others, you'll need to enable the iCloud Photo Sharing feature. Let's see how to do that:
- On a Mac: From the Photos app, visit Photos > Preferences > iCloud and enable the checkbox for iCloud Photo Sharing.
- On an iPhone/iPad: You'll find the toggle switch for iCloud Photo Sharing under Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Photos.
At this point the Photos app (on both macOS and iOS devices) gets a new section: Shared. In this section, you'll find a Start Sharing button to help you create your first shared album. (Going forward, you'll need to use the Plus button in the shared albums section to create more of them.)
Once the new album is in place, you'll see it listed under Shared > Shared Albums on Mac. On your iPhone/iPad, you'll find it under Shared.
To add photos or videos to the shared album, when you have the album open:
- On a Mac: Click on the Add photos and videos link.
- On an iPhone/iPad: Tap the Plus button in the Photos tab.
That's not the only way to add media to a shared album. Here's the alternative method for Mac:
- In the Photos app, select the photos that you would like to add to a shared album.
- Click on the Share selected photos button in the toolbar and then on the iCloud Photo Sharing option in the menu that pops up.
- In the popout box that appears, select the shared album to which you would like to add the photos. You can also choose the New Shared Album option instead, if you would like to set up a new album on the fly.
This iOS version of this method is almost identical.
The Ins and Outs of Shared Albums
Album invitees can download shared videos and photos to their own library. You can invite people to a shared album using iCloud contact information, like an iMessage phone number or iCloud email address. Of course, you don't have to type in this information, because the Photos app allows you to pick contacts directly from the Contacts app.
Can you share albums with non-iCloud users? Yes, but only if you turn the album into a "public website" accessible on icloud.com. That's easy to do!
On your Mac, from the sidebar in Photos, select the shared album you would like to allow anyone to view. Next, click on the People button in the toolbar and then check the box for Public Website in the fly-out options box that shows up.
On iOS devices, you'll find the Public Website option under the album's People tab.
By default, album subscribers can add photos and videos to the shared album. Also, you'll receive notifications when there's any activity on one of your shared albums. You can tweak these settings from the same location where you enable the Public Website setting.
If you have set up Family Sharing, look for the Family album in the Shared section. That's where you can share and view photos limited to your Family Sharing circle of members.
Can't see your shared albums listed on iCloud.com? Don't worry; that's how it's supposed to work. Shared albums are viewable via their unique web addresses, but not from your iCloud account itself.
How to Download Photos from iCloud
Let's say you want to save your photos and videos from iCloud to an external hard drive. Or you might be thinking of using Google Photos or another backup service. In such cases you'll need to know how to get your hands on your iCloud photos first.
On a Mac
macOS stores your Photos in a low-key Finder folder, which means you can copy them directly from this location. They're sorted into date-based folders and subfolders, which may not be ideal for backups.
A better way to download photos on Mac is via the Photos app. Open it, select the photos you want to save, and drag them out to a Finder folder of your choice.
You can also use the menu option File > Export > Export [X] Photos. This allows you to choose a file format for download. If you're happy to download them as is, click on File > Export > Export Unmodified Original for [X] Photos.
To select a bunch of photos at once, select the first one in the set and Shift-click on the last one in the set. You can Cmd-click on stray photos to grab them one at a time. If you would like to select all the photos in an album, hit Cmd + A.
From iCloud.com
Select a bunch of photos and click on the Download selected items toolbar button. Want to download optimized images (including edits) instead of the unmodified originals? Hover over the toolbar button instead of clicking on it. Then, click on the tiny down arrow that appears and select the Most Compatible option before you download.
Unfortunately, the shortcuts Shift-click and Cmd + A won't work on iCloud.com. Only Cmd-clicking works for multiple selections, which is why the iCloud method becomes tedious when you have many photos to download.
Here's a somewhat quirky workaround for this problem. Click on Photos in the sidebar to sort photos by date. Hover on a photo in any set and click on the Plus button that shows up on the far right. Doing so selects all photos in that set. Of course, this alternative is still cumbersome, if only less so.
On an iPhone/iPad
Select Download and Keep Originals under Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Photos. Eventually your photo library will get the full-resolution versions of all photos. You can copy them to your Mac using iTunes or straightaway to an external hard drive using the Image Capture app on macOS.
If you always want to transfer originals, you'll need to make a small tweak first. Visit Settings > Photos > Transfer to Mac or PC on your iPhone and switch from Automatic to Keep Originals.
You can also save photos to the Files app on your phone. To do that, first select the photos you want to save and tap the Share button in the toolbar. Then swipe through the bottom row of icons and choose Save to Files within it.
On a Windows PC
The method to download photos from iCloud to your Windows PC is similar to that for Mac. But here, you'll have to Ctrl-click instead of Cmd-click to select multiple photos.
Of course, if you have the iCloud app for Windows installed, you can download all photos and videos at once. To get started, navigate to iCloud Photos in File Explorer and click on Download photos and videos. You'll also find an Upload photos and videos link there if you want to move photos to the cloud.
How to Delete Photos from iCloud
Deleting your iCloud photos is pretty straightforward if you're viewing them on your Mac. Select the whole bunch and from the context menu or right-click menu, select Delete [X] Photos.
On your iPhone/iPad, select the photos and tap on the trash can icon in the bottom bar. You can tap and drag across a bunch of photos to select them all. Start by selecting the photo at the top-left. You also have a Select All option within albums to delete photos in bulk.
To delete a photo on iCloud.com, select it and hit the Delete toolbar button. Again, it's annoying that there's no easy way to select multiple photos. Cmd-clicking is fine if you have only a few photos to select. But if you have pages and pages of photos to get through, this will take too long. Deleting photos on your desktop is the easier solution.
In all three instances above, you should see some variant of this message before you confirm deletion:
This photo will be deleted from your iCloud Photo Library on all your devices.
That's a surefire way to tell that the photos are gone from your iCloud-connected devices and your iCloud account. (Of course, copies of photos you want deleted might still be floating around if you have sent them to someone via chat, email, etc.)
Deleted photos end up in the Recently Deleted folder. You can recover them from this location within 30 days of deletion.
If you don't want to wait that long, you can manually delete them for good with the Delete All option in the Recently Deleted folder. You also have a Recover option in this section, just in case you change your mind and want any or all photos back within the recovery period.
Turn Off iCloud Photo Library
Want to delete photos from your phone without deleting them from iCloud? You can do that only if you turn off iCloud Photo Library.
If you go down that route, you can pick the Remove from iPhone option before you confirm that you want to turn off the feature. Choose Download Photos & Videos if you want a copy of your library on your iPhone.
Remember, turning off iCloud Photo Library is not the proper way to delete photos from iCloud. It's ineffective, because disabling cloud sync on a device takes the photos off that device only. We have covered the correct way to take photos off iCloud above.
Take Your Photos to the Cloud
While Apple Photos works from the get-go, it can take a while to understand the intricacies of iCloud Photo Library.
You should know how to fix common iCloud problems 9 Common iCloud Problems (And How to Fix Them on Your iPhone or iPad) Is iCloud not working? Here's what to do when you can't sign into iCloud, see an error, or have other common iCloud issues. Read More in case something comes up. Make sure to read Apple's detailed prompts every step of the way to understand what's going on and avoid media mishaps. And if you want to add physical photos to your collection, check out the best photo scanners The 7 Best Photo Scanners for Backing Up Old Photos If you need to digitize photos, you'll want the best photo scanner for the job. Here are some of the best photo scanners available today. Read More .
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Ronnie Fieg Shares the Process Behind His LeBron James Project
There's a good chance that you've heard of Ronnie Fieg, founder of the Kith empire, and it's likely you know he has a project with LeBron James dropping soon.
Named the 2017 "Collaborator of the Year" by Footwear News, Fieg has taken his brand to impressive new heights. Kith seems to reveal another unexpected and insane collaborative project month after month. From sportswear lines with adidas, luxury winter gear with Moncler, and even wild collabs with…Spongebob Squarepants, it's safe to say that Fieg and his team are doing something special.
At the Kith fashion show at NYFW, the brand previewed a Nike footwear collection with none other than the king himself, LeBron James. Ronnie Fieg aims to tell genuine and compelling stories with his collabs. For this specific project, the objective was to capture the essence of his James' upbringing, along with his commitment to excellence.
Today, Kith offered an inside look at the process of what it is calling the "Long Live the King"(LLTK) project. On the Kith blog you will find an extensive gallery of photos and videos that display everything from blueprint sketches to mood boards and final product shots.
The Kith x LeBron James collection will feature different renditions of the LeBron 15. Each sneaker is a combination of premium Nike materials with a luxury Kith aesthetic (and zippers). Keep an eye out on all Kith accounts — the release date for the collection is still unknown but you can expect it to sell out instantly.
Be sure to check out the entire LLTK Journal over at Kith.
Where does this collaboration rank in Kith's six-year timeline? Let us know in the comments below.
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Amy Adams Joins Ron Howard's Hillbilly Elegy
According to The Wrap, Academy-Award nominated actress Amy Adams has joined director Ron Howard's (A Beautiful Mind, Frost/Nixon, Solo: A Star Wars Story) feature adaptation of Hillbilly Elegy, based on the bestseller by J.D. Vance.
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Vance's memoir, Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis, centers on growing up in the Rust Belt and is a personal analysis of the white underclass, race, and privilege in America. Vance, raised poor among working-class "hillbillies," explores his childhood and family struggles as they navigate drug addiction and social and economic challenges. Supported by his larger-than-life grandmother, he developed a deep appreciation for education that laid the foundation for him to rise out of poverty and its cultural restraints.
The movie adaptation has become a passion project for Howard, who will direct. Vanessa Taylor (The Shape of Water, Game of Thrones) will pen the screenplay. Howard will also produce alongside his Imagine Entertainment partner Brian Grazer and Karen Lunder. Julie Oh will serve as executive producer.
Netflix acquired the project after outbidding competitors to the tune of $45 million.
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Hillbilly Elegy will likely begin production later this year. Howard is currently wrapping up production on the documentary Pavarotti, which takes a look at the life and work of opera legend Luciano Pavarotti. He is also in pre-production on the TV pilot 68 Whiskey.
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Planning the perfect holiday these days couldn't be easier. You visit a holiday comparison site, select your requirements from a drop-down menu, and voila – a nice list of options appears before you. But what if the only thing you really care about when it comes to holidays is the beach?
If only there was a beach comparison site, that would be ideal. Since there isn't, here's a handy list of the best beaches in the world:
1. Rabbit Beach, Sicily – Voted the number one beach in the world by TripAdvisor users, Rabbit Beach in Lampedusa is as idyllic as it gets. Crystal clear waters stretch out in varying shades of blue, and it's not uncommon to spot a few dolphins jumping waves in the distance.
2. Grande Anse Beach, La Digue Island, Seychelles – As its name implies, this beach is grand in every way possible. Although it's found on the archetypal beach holiday destination, it's not a cookie-cutter beach in the slightest. Raw and pure, it's a natural marvel. Big swells and warm white sands make it the ultimate surfers' paradise.
3. Ko Pha Ngan, Thailand – A number of Thailand's beaches could qualify for a spot on this list, but Ko Pha Ngan – home to the famous Full Moon parties – beats them all. If you like a beach with personality, this is the one for you.
4. Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos – The word 'grace' sums up this beach perfectly. It's tranquility defined. A book, a cool drink and Grace Bay is about as idyllic as it gets.
5. Anse de Grande Saline, St. Barths – This beach alone makes it easy to see why so many celebrities and VIPs flock to St. Barths on their summer holidays. The waters sparkle a gorgeous turquoise color and the sand is soft powder. Just watch out for the nudists!
6. Rainbow Beach, Queensland, Australia – The dunes surrounding this breath-taking beach display an array of rich reds, oranges, browns and yellows. It's the perfect backdrop for a day of swimming and sunbathing.
7. Aharen Beach, Tokashiki Island, Japan – South of the mainland, Tokashiki Island's Aharen Beach is home to over 400 types of coral and an array of colourful marine animals. Head to Aharen for a chance to see humpback whales, sea turtles and graceful schools of manta rays.
8. Whitehaven Beach, Airlie Beach, Australia – The white sands of this Australian beach are as clean and glistening as it gets. CNN reports its sand is made up of 98% pure silica.
9. Baia do Sancho Fernando de Noronha, Brazil – South America has its share of gorgeous beaches, and Brazil's Baia do Sancho Fernando de Noronha is probably the most beautiful of them all.
10. Matira Beach, Bora Bora, Tahiti – Perhaps the most romantic beach in the world, Matira is known for its stunning sunsets and world class scuba diving/snorkelling.
On a planet comprised of 71% ocean, there's no shortage of stunning coastlines across the globe. These 'top' 10 are just the beginning, and certainly fodder for a hearty debate. Any beaches you think belong on the list?
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Beşiktaş beat Partizan 2-1 in the Europa League Group C with both the home sides goals coming from Demba Ba.
Slaven Bilic started with a defensively minded 4-2-3-1 setup, which was a surprise considering Beşiktaş beat Partizan 4-0 in Serbia.
Atiba Hutchinson and Veli Kavlak were deployed to sweep up in front of the back four while Oğuzhan Özyakup pulled the strings in midfield.
Gökhan Töre and Olcay Şahan started wide while Demba Ba started upfront. Left-back Ramon Motta was given license to roam forwards while İsmail Koybaşı played a more defensive role on the right.
Beşiktaş dominated from the get go and controlled 58 percent possession throughout the game.
Partizan were content to sit back and try to soak up the pressure but they were exploited on the wings with the Beşiktaş fullbacks bombing forwards and doubling up with Töre and Şahan.
Tomas Sivok had a goal disallowed mid-way through the first half but by that stage it was looking like a case of when Beşiktaş will score not if.
The opening goal came as a result of Töre winning a penalty on 57 minutes which Ba converted.
Partizan tried to push forwards in search for the equaliser but Beşiktaş showed just how dangerous they can be on the counter attack.
Özyakup received the ball in his own half and showed great vision and passing technique to spot Töre's forward run. The Turkish international winger burst forwards and assisted Ba with his second of the evening.
Töre and Ba – both former Chelsea players – combined for both Beşiktaş's goals.
Ba broke a record in the process, becoming the first Beşiktaş player to score seven goals in European competition in one season. The Senegalese international has a total of nine goals and two assists in all competitions this season.
Töre had an outstanding game, playing a key role in both goals and completing the highest number of successful dribbles in the game (5).
Beşiktaş were made to pay for taking their foot off the gas late on when Markovic found space outside the penalty area and put the ball past goalkeeper Cenk with a powerful effort.
Partizan gave the Black Eagles a few nervy moments in the last few minutes of the game and forced Cenk to make a terrific save just before the final whistle.
The win saw Beşiktaş take their point tally up to 8 points, level with Tottenham who beat Asteras 2-1, at the top of Group C.
Besiktas 2 – 1 Partizan
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Referee: Alexandru Dan Tudor
Beşiktaş: Cenk, İsmail, Sivok, Franco, Motta, Gökhan Töre, Veli Kavlak, Atiba, Oğuzhan, Olcay, Demba Ba
Partizan: Lukac, Volkov, Stankovic, Cirkovic, Stevanovic, Ninkovic, Grbic, Drincic, Markovic, Pantic, Skuletic
Goals: .57 & .62 Demba Ba (Besiktas), .78 Marković (Partizan)


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If you are aged 60 or over, or you have a disability, you may be entitled to a free Concessionary Travel Card from Transport for Wales. This means you can travel for free on local bus services and some train services throughout Wales.
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Western Stars is the new album from Bruce Springsteen, and his first new studio album in five years. This collection of songs takes his music to a new place, drawing inspiration in part from the Southern California pop records of the late '60s and early '70s. The album was recorded primarily at Springsteen's home studio in New Jersey, with additional recording in California and New York.
"This record is a return to my solo recordings featuring character driven songs and sweeping, cinematic orchestral arrangements," says Springsteen. "It's a jewel box of a record."
The 13 tracks on Western Stars encompass a sweeping range of American themes, of highways and desert spaces, of isolation and community and the permanence of home and hope. Ron Aniello produced the album with Springsteen and plays bass, keyboard, and other instruments. Patti Scialfa provides vocals and contributes vocal arrangements on four tracks. The musical arrangements include strings, horns, pedal steel and contributions from more than 20 other players including Jon Brion (who plays celeste, Moog, and farfisa), as well as guest appearances by David Sancious, Charlie Giordano, and Soozie Tyrell.
Bruce Springsteen's recording career spans more than 40 years, beginning with 1973's Greetings from Asbury Park, NJ. Springsteen has garnered 20 Grammys, won an Oscar and a Tony, been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, received a Kennedy Center Honor, and was MusiCares' 2013 Person of the Year. Springsteen's memoir "Born to Run" (Simon & Schuster) and its companion album Chapter and Verse were released in September 2016, and he was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in November 2016. His historic 236-show run of "Springsteen on Broadway" at Jujamcyn's Walter Kerr Theatre in NYC ran from October 2017 to December 2018, and also yielded an accompanying soundtrack album and Netflix special.
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The time for NFL Mock Drafts is in full swing as we close in on the Super Bowl. There's still conference championship games left on Sunday and they'll be great ones, but I'm here to help those people who support teams who either didn't make the postseason or have been eliminated. After reading this article, you'll have a glimpse of hope for the future and perhaps you'll be extremely excited for the NFL Draft.
28 teams have gained a sense of identity into which they will ride by in the upcoming offseason, but four are focused on one thing and that is the Lombardi Trophy. Draft positioning remains to be played out and nothing is final as we head into the final few weeks of football.
Welcome back to my NFL Mock Draft Version 3.0, in which I'll be going to project four rounds in the draft for my first time ever on this website. I can't yet project compensatory picks so there will be more picks in end of the third and fourth rounds once they are announced. I've been scouting a ton of collegiate prospects over the last week or so and I've got a pretty good feel on who I like transitioning to the NFL more so than who I don't like in that aspect. I'll even provide brief analysis on the first round prospects.
This year's draft class is loaded with interior defensive lineman as ten of them have first round grades from me, yet they all don't even go off the board in round 1 or even round 2. Before we start, I'm going to discuss the elephant in the room. For the first time this season, I did put Oklahoma quarterback Kyler Murray on my draft board. He could be the 1st or 2nd quarterback off the board in this draft class. But some NFL teams aren't going to get their hopes up right now though as he could just be entering the draft to see what happens, and actually still have his eyes on playing baseball.
All of this and more remains to be played out as we inch closer towards the 2019 NFL Draft in late April, but enough talk, let's get into my third version of this year's mock draft.
First Round:
1. Arizona Cardinals:
Ohio State EDGE Nick Bosa
Bosa was an absolute beast on the edge at Ohio State, and we would've gotten more of a glimpse of him if he hadn't suffered a season ending injury earlier in the season. Bosa has the size, speed, and physical technique that should allow his game to translate quickly into the NFL stage and let him make an impact on whoever drafts him.
2. San Francisco 49ers:
Alabama DL Quinnen Williams
Williams is a guy who has jumped up everybody's board with a tremendous breakout season for the Alabama Crimson Tide. He's been the leader of their defense and he can truly wreak havoc inside the line. He's an impactful interior lineman with a bright future if the right team drafts him.
3. New York Jets:
Kentucky EDGE Josh Allen
Allen took home plenty of hardware in terms of the College Football Awards this past season, but let's not act like it's undeserved. Allen was a force on the Kentucky defense and was arguably the best defensive player in all of college football in 2018. He will be able to play as both an edge rusher or an outside linebacker if the team that drafts him needs it.
4. Oakland Raiders:
LSU CB Greedy Williams
Williams' combination of great size at 6'3 with solid speed and high football IQ help him become the consensus top cornerback in the draft class. He's smart in coverage and has consistently shown an ability to absolutely clamp down on opposing receivers. He's a superstar shutdown corner in the making.
5. Tampa Bay Buccaneers:
Alabama S Deionte Thompson
Thompson is one of the best all around players in this draft class. He's been the center fielder for the Crimson Tide defense for a few seasons now and he's ready to make the jump to the NFL. He has an unruly combination of speed, range, length, and instincts that should allow him to dominate on the back end of any defense in the pros.
6. New York Giants:
Ohio State QB Dwayne Haskins Jr.
Haskins is the clear cut best player in this draft at the quarterback position right now. As Haskins is way more talented in terms of his arm strength and accuracy than anyone else in the draft. Haskins has a great shot to be the first QB taken in the draft too, but we will have to watch the pre-draft process. He's a legitimate quarterback with the tools to develop into a Patrick Mahomes type thrower of the football. Yeah, I said it.
7. Jacksonville Jaguars:
Alabama OT Jonah Williams
Williams is a disciplined offensive tackle with a lot of experience at Alabama while protecting Tua Tagovailoa and Jalen Hurts. He shows great technique for a tackle in this day and age of the league, and he is the strong, smart, and quick twitch tackle that an NFL team will love to have protecting the edge.
8. Detroit Lions:
Clemson EDGE Clelin Ferrell
Ferrell is always the guy that everyone tends to forget about on that historic Clemson championship defensive line. He's experienced and has been a leader for the Tigers throughout his career. He's got the length at 6'5 to be a dominant pass rusher in the NFL and he also displays outstanding power to move around the offensive line.
9. Buffalo Bills:
Houston DL Ed Oliver
Oliver was a lot of people's preseason number one pick, but he's fallen a bit due to a sudden struggle to make an impact when rushing passers. Oliver makes his impact against the run and most NFL teams would drool at the Houston product as a guy to plug up the middle of the defensive line and shut down opposing running backs.
10. Denver Broncos:
Oklahoma QB Kyler Murray
The story of this year's draft class, Murray has a huge decision to make, but for now, I'm predicting he'll choose football over baseball. The Heisman Trophy winner dominated in the past year as a starter for the Sooners and led them to the College Football Playoff. He's got a tremendous baseball like arm (similar to Patrick Mahomes arm), and he's still improving as a consistent accurate thrower of the football. Plus, you can't say enough about Murray's abilities to stretch plays outside of the pocket with his quick feet and electric mobility. If he wants, I think he'll be a Week 1 starter at QB in the NFL next year.
11. Cincinnati Bengals:
LSU LB Devin White
White is a Deion Jones type linebacker. He is the fastest linebacker in the draft class and shows some of the quickest instincts I've seen in quite a while from a linebacker. He is strong, powerful, and has improved every aspect of his game in the 2018 season. He's a do it all linebacker who will immediately improve the defense of the team who drafts him.
12. Green Bay Packers:
Arizona State WR N'Keal Harry
Harry is a playmaking freak of nature, and he is easily the best WR in this draft class. Harry has unreal size at 6'4, and it seems like he can jump up and go get the ball from anywhere. He's no slouch running either, as he's displayed solid speed at Arizona State that should allow him to separate from some of the league's best cover corners.
13. Miami Dolphins:
Duke QB Daniel Jones
Duke head coach David Cutcliffe helped develop the Manning brothers, so you'll hear a lot about that over the coming months. Daniel Jones is the next hyped up Cutcliffe guy, and he boasts the traits that scouts drool over. He has pro-style QB size at 6'5, but he isn't a slouch running the football out of the pocket. Jones ran a quick passing offense at Duke, and he didn't always show great abilities outside of that, but scouts understand that the potential is there for him to be a big league QB for years to come.
14. Atlanta Falcons:
Michigan DL Rashan Gary
Gary can play everywhere on the defensive line and the team that drafts him will get a big versatile player. He will make an impact in stopping the run game while also putting pressure on opposing quarterbacks. Despite some injury concerns, the Michigan star is a surefire first round selection as of now.
15. Washington Redskins:
Missouri QB Drew Lock
Drew Lock probably is the most further developed along out of the quarterbacks in the draft class, but his potential just doesn't compare to theirs. He's got pocket passer type size at 6'4 and 225 pounds, and he's got an incredible arm with strength and accuracy always on display. He's not afraid to hurl one deep and he's certainly what NFL teams would call an aggressive deep ball thrower.
16. Carolina Panthers:
Florida State EDGE Brian Burns
Brian Burns was a disruptive edge defender at Florida State and a lot of that has to do with his outstanding 6'5 frame. He's not a thick bodied edge defender like most, as he only sits at 235, but he more than makes up for it with his generational athletic abilities as an impact player off the edge. He should do well rushing the passer in the NFL.
17. Cleveland Browns:
Ole Miss OT Greg Little
Little is a bit of a more raw offensive tackle prospect than most would expect from a guy going in the first round, but he's shown flashes of his great potential at Ole Miss that cannot be overlooked. He's a competitor and a dominant run blocker who will need to improve in the pass blocking aspect of his game. But Little's outstanding athleticism, frame, and strength should help him become a weekly starter in the NFL.
18. Minnesota Vikings:
Oklahoma OG Cody Ford
For a 6'4, 330 pound lineman, Ford displays tremendous agility and balance, two rare traits these days for guys that size. He played right tackle at Oklahoma but will probably be better off inside as a guard in the NFL. He'll need to work on his footwork but he's got tremendous strength that will sell to the scouts.
19. Tennessee Titans:
Washington CB Byron Murphy
Murphy was also a breakout player in 2018 who a lot of people did not have ranked highly on their draft boards. After watching his tape, I can see why he's now so highly touted. Murphy is going to play more slot than outside due to his small frame at 5'11 and 182 pounds, but he's not to be messed with. He makes plays and can shutdown opposing wideouts if asked to do so. He's got great fundamental cornerback techniques that should help him ease into a starting role in Week 1.
20. Pittsburgh Steelers:
Georgia CB DeAndre Baker
DeAndre Baker is a physical man coverage cornerback who can compete with the best of the best. He's an agile 5'11 guy with good tackling abilities as well as the instincts to match up with a lot of guys in the league. He should probably be drafted higher than he will be, but that's due to this draft being insanely stacked with defensive talent.
21. Seattle Seahawks:
Iowa TE Noah Fant
Fant is a modern NFL tight end, with the ability to take the field on all three downs as a blocker and pass catcher. He is still developing into being an effective blocker at his position, but he's miles ahead of any other tight end in the class. He shows flashes of great speed and looks like a complete red zone threat on the tapes he has at Iowa. Fant will be an easy choice for a team looking for a tight end on Day 1.
22. Baltimore Ravens:
Oklahoma WR Marquise Brown
Marquise Brown is a well-known commodity in college football perhaps due to his dominance at the WR position but also to his nickname Hollywood. He's probably the fastest wideout in the draft, and he's earned the Hollywood tag. He will be a popular pick in the new age NFL and he will undoubtedly be a day 1 deep threat in the league. He's the closest thing to Tyreek Hill in this draft and a lot of teams would love that type of player on their team.
23. Houston Texans:
Kansas State OT Dalton Risner
Risner is clearly the most dominant pass protecting offensive lineman in the entire draft. He's matched up against great pass rushers who don't get anywhere against him. He's a mauler at the point of attack and has attributes similar to Quenton Nelson coming out of Notre Dame last season. He's a competitor and somebody who should become an instant upgrade as a tackle or guard for the team who drafts him.
24. Oakland Raiders (via Chicago):
Florida EDGE Jachai Polite
Jachai Polite may be undersized compared to other edge defenders in this draft class, but he's one of the best and quickest of them all. He's got a great technique and uses his hands to make a great advantage when rushing the passer. A lot of scouts have said that Polite reminds them of Titans legendary edge rusher Jevon Kearse, who was a first round pick and great player in his own right.
25. Philadelphia Eagles:
Clemson CB Trayvon Mullen
Trayvon Mullen is a poor man's Greedy Williams. He's got solid size at 6'1 and shows great quickness on the field in tape. He could easily be off the board in the first ten picks or still be on the board during the last ten picks, but I think Mullen is definitely not falling out of the first round, barring a disappointing NFL combine showing.
26. Indianapolis Colts:
NC State WR Kelvin Harmon
Harmon is a strong, physical receiver who's shown some limitations with his speed and elusiveness. Yet, he's been a consistent playmaker at NC State. He's got great ball skills and hands, while being able to run routes with the best of them in this draft class. Oh and did I mention Harmon is an absolutely dominant run blocker and a guy who will get it done on the perimeter.
27. Oakland Raiders (via Dallas):
Ole Miss WR D.K. Metcalf
Metcalf is as close as N'Keal Harry as they come, yet he's coming off the board 14 picks later. He's got the lovable combination of size and speed as he's 6'4 and 230 pounds. He's a true outside receiver who has a tremendous nose for the football. He can go up and get it when his QB really needs him to, and hearing that'll be something coaches will love the sound of. But teams will be wary of his injury history, so be on the look out for that.
28. Los Angeles Chargers:
Alabama LB Mack Wilson
Yet another Alabama player goes off the board as linebacker Mack Wilson is selected. Wilson is fast, strong, and agile enough to cover nearly any tight end in the NFL. He's a great player against the run, but Wilson can also step back into coverage and make plays in the passing defense as well. He will immediately slot into a significant role for the team that selects him.
29. New England Patriots:
Clemson DL Dexter Lawrence
I saw my fair share of Dexter Lawrence in his career at Clemson when they played my Louisville Cardinals. He's a big inside guy who plays tough against the run, but he's still developing into being an every down pass rusher. He has an excellent combination of size at 6'4 and 340 pounds with some incredible game-wrecking power. He still needs to work on his moves to generate pressure as well, but he's a good bet to develop into a Pro Bowl defensive lineman.
30. Los Angeles Rams:
Michigan LB Devin Bush
Bush is a physical, fast linebacker who manned the middle of the strong Michigan Wolverines defense in his tenure there. He's a guy that can help lead a defense and help out a team at any linebacker spot. He can drop back in coverage but he's not bad at rushing the passer either, making him an easy first round projection here.
31. Kansas City Chiefs:
Mississippi State DL Jeffery Simmons
Simmons has some off the field concerns that NFL teams may not like, but he's one of the most talented players in this defensive line heavy draft class. He's a great impact pass rusher from the interior of the defensive line and he could develop into a future All-Pro if drafted by the right team.
32. Green Bay Packers (via New Orleans):
Washington S Taylor Rapp
Rapp is going to be a tremendous secondary prize for a team that misses out on Deionte Thompson. He's got great football IQ and is an aggressive player on the back end of the defense. He excels in defending against the run and is one of the better tackling defensive backs in the entire draft. His physicality will also help him win leverage at the point of attack and he could be an NFL starter on Day 1.
Second Round:
33. Arizona Cardinals:
West Virginia OT Yodny Cajuste
34. Indianapolis Colts (via New York):
Notre Dame CB Julian Love
35. Oakland Raiders:
Alabama RB Josh Jacobs
36. San Francisco 49ers:
Boston College OG Chris Lindstrom
37. New York Giants:
Florida OT Jawaan Taylor
38. Jacksonville Jaguars:
West Virginia QB Will Grier
39. Tampa Bay Buccaneers:
Iowa State WR Hakeem Butler
40. Buffalo Bills:
Iowa State RB David Montgomery
41. Denver Broncos:
Clemson DL Christian Wilkins
42. Cincinnati Bengals:
Ohio State DL Dre'Mont Jones
43. Detroit Lions:
Penn State CB Amani Oruwariye
44. Green Bay Packers:
Mississippi State EDGE Montez Sweat
45. Atlanta Falcons:
Wisconsin LB T.J. Edwards
46. Washington Redskins:
Ole Miss WR AJ Brown
47. Carolina Panthers:
Mississippi State C Elgton Jenkins
48. Miami Dolphins:
Alabama DL Raekwon Davis
49. Cleveland Browns:
Notre Dame DL Jerry Tillery
50. Minnesota Vikings:
Wisconsin OT David Edwards
51. Tennessee Titans:
Ohio State WR Parris Campbell
52. Pittsburgh Steelers:
Buffalo LB Khalil Hodge
53. Philadelphia Eagles (from Baltimore):
Oklahoma RB Rodney Anderson
54. Houston Texans (from Seattle):
Alabama TE Irv Smith Jr.
55. Houston Texans:
Miami (FL) S JaQuan Johnson
56. New England Patriots (from Chicago):
Old Dominion EDGE Oshane Ximines
57. Philadelphia Eagles:
Ohio State OT Isaiah Prince
58. Dallas Cowboys:
Miami (FL) DL Gerald Willis
59. Indianapolis Colts:
Mississippi State S Johnathan Abram
60. Los Angeles Chargers:
Texas CB Kris Boyd
61. New England Patriots:
Texas Tech LB Dakota Allen
62. Kansas City Chiefs (from Los Angeles):
Michigan EDGE Chase Winovich
63. Kansas City Chiefs:
Texas LB Gary Johnson
64. New Orleans Saints:
Stanford WR J.J. Arcega-Whiteside
Third Round:
65. Arizona Cardinals:
Georgia WR Riley Ridley
66. Oakland Raiders:
Delaware S Nasir Adderley
67. San Francisco 49ers:
Virginia S Juan Thornhill
68. New York Jets:
Washington State OT Andre Dillard
69. Jacksonville Jaguars:
Louisiana Tech EDGE Jaylon Ferguson
70. Tampa Bay Buccaneers:
Notre Dame LB Te'Von Coney
71. New York Giants:
72. Denver Broncos:
Wisconsin OG Michael Deiter
73. Cincinnati Bengals:
Stanford TE Kaden Smith
74. New England Patriots (via Detroit):
NC State QB Ryan Finley
75. Buffalo Bills:
Buffalo WR Anthony Johnson
76. Green Bay Packers:
Ohio State OG Michael Jordan
77. Washington Redskins:
NC State C Garrett Bradbury
78. Carolina Panthers:
Clemson OT Mitch Hyatt
79. Miami Dolphins:
South Carolina WR Deebo Samuel
80. Atlanta Falcons:
Ohio State CB Kendall Sheffield
81. Cleveland Browns:
Penn State OG Connor McGovern
82. Minnesota Vikings:
Clemson LB Tre Lamar
83. Tennessee Titans:
Boston College EDGE Zach Allen
84. Pittsburgh Steelers:
Wisconsin OG Beau Benzschawel
85. Seattle Seahawks:
Florida S Chauncey Gardner-Johnson
86. Baltimore Ravens:
Alabama C Ross Pierschbacher
87. Houston Texans:
Kentucky RB Benny Snell Jr.
88. Chicago Bears:
Northern Illinois OT Max Scharping
89. Detroit Lions (via Philadelphia):
Texas WR Lil'Jordan Humphrey
90. Indianapolis Colts:
Kansas DL Daniel Wise
91. Dallas Cowboys:
UCLA TE Caleb Wilson
92. Los Angeles Chargers:
Boston College S Lukas Denis
93. Cleveland Browns (via New England):
Georgia WR Mecole Hardman
94. Jacksonville Jaguars (via Los Angeles):
LSU TE Foster Moreau
95. Kansas City Chiefs:
Ole Miss WR DaMarkus Lodge
96. New York Jets (via New Orleans):
Mississippi State OG Darryl Williams
Fourth Round:
97. Arizona Cardinals:
Miami (FL) CB Michael Jackson
98. San Francisco 49ers:
Georgia EDGE D'Andre Walker
99. New York Jets:
Stanford RB Bryce Love
100. Oakland Raiders:
Iowa TE T.J. Hockenson
101. Tampa Bay Buccaneers:
South Carolina OT Dennis Daley
102. New York Giants:
Oregon S Ugo Amadi
103. Jacksonville Jaguars:
West Virginia WR David Sills V
104. Cincinnati Bengals:
Ole Miss QB Jordan Ta'amu
105. Detroit Lions:
San Jose State TE Josh Oliver
106. Buffalo Bills:
Michigan CB David Long
107. Denver Broncos:
Washington OT Kaleb McGary
108. Green Bay Packers:
TCU EDGE Ben Banogu
109. Carolina Panthers:
Oregon WR Dillon Mitchell
110. Miami Dolphins:
Alabama RB Damien Harris
111. Atlanta Falcons:
Oklahoma OG Ben Powers
112. Green Bay Packers (via Washington):
NC State LB Germaine Pratt
113. Cleveland Browns:
Mississippi State CB Jamal Peters
114. Minnesota Vikings:
Missouri DL Terry Beckner Jr.
115. Tennessee Titans:
Boise State QB Brett Rypien
116. Pittsburgh Steelers:
Alabama DL Isaiah Buggs
117. Baltimore Ravens:
Penn State RB Miles Sanders
118. Seattle Seahawks:
Arkansas OT Colton Jackson
119. Denver Broncos (via Houston):
Florida LB Vosean Joseph
120. Chicago Bears:
USC S Marvell Tell III
121. Philadelphia Eagles:
Stanford OG Nate Herbig
122. Dallas Cowboys:
Georgia C Lamont Gaillard
123. Indianapolis Colts:
Washington LB Ben Burr-Kirven
124. Los Angeles Chargers:
LSU OG Garrett Brumfield
125. New England Patriots:
Kentucky TE CJ Conrad
126. Los Angeles Rams:
Cincinnati DL Marquise Copeland
127. Buffalo Bills (via Kansas City):
Alabama OG Lester Cotton
128. New York Giants (via New Orleans):
Texas A&M C Erik McCoy


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Making the Right Career Move….
Choosing the Right Career Move That's Best for You
Plan your next career move carefully. Imagine that you have an opportunity to move into one of a number of open positions in your organisation. Perhaps you are offered two different positions and you have to decide which one you want. So how do you choose the right one for you? Alternatively, perhaps you are already in a good job, but something that seems to be an even better opportunity comes up in another company. Are you going to make the move?
Having options is great
What a wonderful confidence booster! However, there is also a lot of pressure trying to decide which option is best. To make the right choice, you have to decide what factors are most important to you in a new job. Then you have to choose the option that best addresses these factors. However, this operates on two levels, on a rational level and on an emotional, "gut feeling" level. You will only truly be happy with your decision if these are aligned. This article gives you a framework for analysing your options on both levels.
First, look at things rationally
Looking at the job on offer, and also at the things that matter to you. Then, once you have understood your options on a rational level, we look at the things on an emotional level and think about what your emotions are telling you. This framework assumes you are weighing up alternatives that are all consistent with your overall career goal. This should be the starting point for any decision you are going to make on what career options to pursue. If the options you are considering are not aligned with pre-considered plans and goals, it is time for even more fundamental thinking!
Rational Analysis
The first step is to look at your choices rationally. Firstly, you will look at the quality of the jobs themselves, and secondly, you will think about the criteria you need for job satisfaction. Factor one is good job analysis, a good decision is an informed decision. You will need to gather as much information as you sensibly can about the jobs you are considering. Think about how much future happiness depends on this decision!
Satisfaction Analysis
Armed with the facts about the job, next think about what you are looking for in a great job. Since the whole point is to find the best option for you, you need to do a properly thought-through self-analysis as well. Factor two is an analysis of satisfaction Criteria. Everyone has a different idea of what makes a great job. That is why not everyone wants to be a doctor and why, thankfully, some people find that cleaning out sewers can be satisfying work.
Work/Life Balance
There can be great merit in maintaining a balance between your home and professional responsibilities and making enough time for leisure and downtime. You need to look at your life and determine what you need from a job so that you can achieve this balance and maintain it for the long term. This also goes for if you are considering starting your own business of course.
Emotional Validation
So far, you have looked at the job's criteria and what you will need to be satisfied. However, it is also important to consider how your decision feels. You need to get in touch with your inner self and think about how well the career options fit with your overall sense of self and personal fulfilment. Take the time to make sure that you are comfortable with your analysis, and that you are confident that you have made the right decision, both on a rational and emotional level. When you have an option that fits both objectively and subjectively, chances are you have a winning career move.
Key Points
Making a career move is a very important decision. It requires serious thought and consideration. You can think long, hard, and still not come up with a solution unless you have a framework to use to help you make a decision. Analysing each element in this way forces you to consider the multidimensional criteria that go into determining a great job fit. With a decision that is valid emotionally as well as on paper, you can be confident that you have made the best possible choice.
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There are two specific hormones found in the female body that can bring about a lot of changes throughout the body over the years. The two hormones we are referring to are estrogen and progesterone. In fact, a lot of the years leading up to menopause are primarily brought on by these changes to the hormones that are produced by the ovaries. Below, we will be going over some of the primary functions of each of these essential female hormones and how aging can affect them.
Primary Functions Of Estrogen:
Stimulates Breast Tissue
One of the major functions of this hormone is the stimulation of breast tissue. This is why during pregnancy, estrogen plays a critical role in activating and growing the breasts in order to produce milk for the baby.
Maintains Blood Flow and Lubrication
Another function of estrogen is the maintenance and production of blood flow and lubrication to the mucous membranes and throughout the vaginal area.
Increases Thickness Of Uterus Lining
Another function is the thickening of the uterus lining throughout the menstrual cycle.
Impacts Energy Levels
Another primary function is to provide energy. This is why as you begin to lose estrogen production as you age, you begin to experience sudden decreases in energy levels. It can also affect both your cognitive function and your mood.
Preserve Bone Density
Another function of this hormone is to maintain optimal bone density.
Primary Functions Of Progesterone:
Balance Levels Of Estrogen
One of the primary functions of this hormone is to ensure that the balance of estrogen is maintained.
Prepares The Lining Of The Uterus
This hormone is intended to prepare the lining of the uterus in order to provide an optimal environment for a fertilized egg and it can help to maintain a healthy early pregnancy.
During Pregnancy
When it comes to pregnancy, this hormone is produced in excess to help to soften cartilage and loosen joints in order to allow for the hips and pubic bone to be ready for the birthing process.
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The female body is largely regulated by these hormones and any sudden or significant change in the production of these hormones can result in many changes. The hormones in the female body can cause the body itself to change throughout a woman's life. For a woman, the peak hormone production period typically occurs anywhere from 20 to 25. From that point on their hormones begin to fluctuate around the age of 35 and at age 40 they begin to decrease as the body begins to enter the stage of menopause. A lot of different things can affect a woman's hormone levels and production including her age. Some of the biggest things that can impact a woman's hormone levels and production are diet, lifestyle, medications, and more.
How Does Menopause Impact These Hormones?
Estrogen Production Slows Down Significantly
With estrogen, the production of this hormone slows down to a crawl and it can lead to a lot of symptoms including hot flashes, headaches, fatigue, vaginal dryness, and more.
Progesterone Production Stops
The production of this hormone stops after the final menstrual period. The lack of this hormone can cause periods to become much heavier and it can make them irregular.
Symptoms Of Low Estrogen:
While younger girls that haven't gone through puberty and older women that are approaching menopause are much more likely to experience lower levels of estrogen, it can impact women of all ages.
Mood Swings
This is typically one of the most common symptoms that you are likely to experience if you are suffering from low levels of estrogen.
Breast Tenderness
Another symptom that you are likely to experience when you have low estrogen would be severe tenderness in your breasts.
Irregular Periods
Another symptom might be irregularities with your period cycles. Some women might even miss them altogether.
Balancing Hormone Production:
Essential Oils
One of the best ways to balance estrogen in the body is by using essential oils. Clary sage has been shown to help reduce cortisol levels and even improve thyroid hormone levels in post-menopausal women.1 There are a lot of health problems that can result from having excess levels of estrogen in the body and a lot of it caused by lifestyle choices and even foods that contain too much estrogen production like soy and dairy. Clary sage is capable of helping to balance out estrogen production which can improve your health in a variety of ways. When it comes to balancing out progesterone, there is no better natural option than thyme oil. Thyme oil has been studied and proven to have the ability to balance out progesterone throughout the body.2 MONQ's Happy Blend has thyme oil in it so give it a try today!
Diet Changes
Another good way to help balance out your hormones would be through complete diet changes. Many people are consuming too many estrogen producing foods like soy, dairy, meat, wheat, vegetable oils, and more. By consuming foods that have high amounts of estrogen, it can cause an estrogen overload in the body which can cause catastrophic health effects including but not limited to chronic fatigue, immune dysfunction, and even cancer. By simply avoiding foods that contain high amounts of estrogen, you can reduce the chances that your body produces too much estrogen causing an imbalance.
Lifestyle Changes
Another good thing that you should be able to do to improve your hormonal balance would be to engage in physical exercise. Physical activity is one of the best ways to positively impact your hormonal health. It will help to boost levels of adiponectin which is a hormone that has the ability to produce anti-inflammatory effects throughout the body.3 However, too much exercise can actually lead to low levels of estrogen.
In Conclusion
These two hormones play critical roles in the development and maintenance of the uterus and other bodily functions for a woman. When these hormones are out of flux, serious complications could result. Estrogen is primarily responsible for the differences between male and female bodies and not having appropriate estrogen production can cause issues. This is why a lot of women end up taking either a low dose birth control pill which happens to contain small doses of estrogen or undergo full hormone replacement therapy when they are suffering from lower levels of estrogen production.
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Celeste and Jesse Forever
Can a couple love each other and still not be 'right' for one another? How do you break up when you want to continue the friendship? Celeste and Jesse met at high school and have been an almost perfect couple ever since. But now they want a divorce. Celeste is in her early thirties and has hit the ground running with her media consulting company. Jesse, on the other hand, has no definite plans for his career and is unemployed, which places a strain on their relationship. Celeste suggests a way out: split now and keep the friendship intact. They do so, but Jesse still secretly loves his dear Celeste. The two remain best friends and continue to share their troubles and joys – until, one day, Jesse meets another woman and Celeste begins to doubt her well-thought-out plan.
- Genre: Romantic Comedy
- Country, Year: USA, 2012
- Runtime: 91 Min
- Languages: English
- Subtitles: German
- Director: Lee Toland Krieger
- Cast: Rashida Jones, Andy Samberg, Ari Graynor, Elijah Wood
- Screenplay: Rashida Jones, Will McCormack
- Cinematography: David Lanzenberg
- Editor: Yana Gorskaya
- Music: Sunny Levine, Zach Cowie
- Producers: Jennifr Todd, Suzanne Todd
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Columbia records snowiest Halloween on record; ties coldest high temp
COLUMBIA - The weather outside is frightful. Yes, it just snowed on Halloween in Missouri. Yet, how quickly we may forget because it was just two years ago in Columbia, in 2017, that our high temperature was 41 and the low temperature was 24 and a trace of snow was recorded on Halloween. Spooky, huh?
It has snowed on Halloween four times since 1890, when records began. Those years are: 2017, 1954. 1951 and 1912. Now, most of those years only recorded a trace of snowfall and zero snow "depth" was recorded, likely due to warm grounds. However, in 1912, 0.3" of snow is recorded to have fallen, leaving zero snow depth behind.
Halloween 2019 officially recorded 0.4" of snowfall and a trace of snowfall depth, breaking the 107-year-old record.
Therefore, looking at climatology, there is only a 2% chance it will snow on Halloween any given year. It happened twice in the 1950s and now it happened twice in the 2010s. Will another 60 years go by before it happens again?
The City of Fountains began recording snowfall in 1893 and has recorded snowfall on Halloween six times since: 1912, 1932, 1941, 1951, 2002, 2017. The only time more than 0.1" has been recorded was in 1912, with an entire inch of snowfall and snow depth in the record books.
Kansas City only recorded 0.1" since midnight on October 31. However, they did record 0.9" on October 30th, breaking the record for that date, which was previously only a trace amount recorded in 1954.
Now, while the snowfall amount didn't break a record, they still recorded 1" snowfall depth and that does tie the 1" snowfall depth record for Halloween set in 1912.
Snowfall records began in 1892 and since then it has only snowed five times on Halloween, all with only a trace of snowfall (a weak dusting at best) in: 1905, 1951, 1959, 1993, 2017.
Now the Gateway City can add 2019 to the books with a trace recorded once again, tying the record.
Columbia has been recording weather records for nearly 130 years, since 1890. In that time the high temperature on Halloween has reached anywhere from 39º (1951, 1993) to 87º (1950).
Halloween 2019 reached a high temperature of 39º, tying the record for the lowest high temperature for October 31.
As for the daily low temperature, the record is 22º (1890, 1898, 1930, 1993). We won't break that record in 2019.


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Title: Hot Pink Peony
Medium: acrylic on canvas
Size: 4 x 4
This original mini painting was inspired by my visit to Ferme de L'Affichot, a farm of peonies, irises and lupine. The beautiful view was breathtaking! I created this piece on a canvas block measuring 4 x 4. The background extends around the thick sides. This painting will easily stand on its own for fun display on a counter, desk or shelf. I've signed and titled this piece on the back side.
The Souvenir Collection is inspired by my recent art residency in Noyers-sur-Serein, France. I chose the title "Souvenir" since it's French for "remembrance" or "memory" and a token usually acquired during a trip to remember it. I've painted my memories and experiences of this place for you. I hope you find a little piece of France that speaks to your heart just like France spoke to mine. Learn more about the inspiration behind the collection here.


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VIDEO: Maxine Ashley – Perpetual Nights
Produced by Pharrell Williams off her Mood Swings EP, Maxine Ashley releases an official video for "Perpetual Nights". The video was directed by Tragik and Pharrell makes a cameo in the video as well.
MUSIC: Maxine Ashley x Mood Swings – EP
You may have heard her on many The Cool Kids' projects, now Bronx native, Maxine Ashley, has dropped her EP called Mood Swings. She reminds us of a different version of Jhene Aiko as she is always with the fellas but has a soft voice that sets her apart from the rappers and manages to blend with them as well. She is signed with Pharrell and her EP features production from him as well as Krucial Keys. Check out the tracklist and download link below. Take a look at her official video for "Glory Box" after the jump.
01. Between You & I
02. By Your Side
03. Mary (Prelude)
04. Perpetual Nights
05. In My Songs (Interlude)
06. Glory Box
07. Reciprocity
08. A Minute Of Moments
09. Here We Are
EVENT: Billionaire Boys Club 2014 Spring/Summer Launch @ SEEK Berlin
anon* (a number of names*) covered the Billionaire Boys Club 2014 S/S Collection launch at SEEK Berlin and they were able to conduct a brief interview with owner Pharrell Williams as he discussed the new bee line and favorites from the new collection.
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- 13 Aug 2010, 11:59
- Forum: Berget 8
- Topic: A FAIR GAME OR NOT ???
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NATO vs East Bloc camo... I think the biggest problem with that, and the biggest reason for the Light vs Dark camo of B8, is for easier visual recognition of friend vs foe... as it was we had a FF incident because one of the desert style camo's was bordering on the green side of things. You throw in...
- 12 Aug 2010, 11:17
- Forum: Airsoft guns & equipment
- Topic: BB's
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I've never heard of either brand... but what fractured said is pretty much it. You can get 5000 .20 gram BB's for $14 or 2000 .25 gram BB's for $16. The only way to find out if they are any good is research them on the net or buy them and try them.
- 04 Aug 2010, 14:28
- Forum: Berget 8
- Topic: Clarification of Respawn Rule
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I just want to point to one important thing with changing the rules to right one. A) Players who use the rule to spawn every half/full hour without additional delay spend on average 15 minutes in respawn point. That could be true, but you also need to factor in the distance to your respawn point......
- 24 Jun 2010, 18:47
- Forum: Berget 8
- Topic: How did the camo restriction work?
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- Views: 38109
use uniforms that are used in the real world so no multicam. Australian SOTG members in Afghanistan... http://www.defence.gov.au/op/afghanistan/gallery/2010/20100524a/20100522adf8206488_008_lo.jpg Real soldiers in the real world. I liked the uniform split that we had this year, but the armband adde...
- 24 Jun 2010, 15:26
- Forum: Veterans corner
- Topic: What to do if it rains.
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hmm .. Rangers took longer off game time i remember. Yep, we had a hard time getting an 'official' status of our base once it had been over-run, so we weren't sure if we should be using it or not (as a side note WhiteAce never left the base during the attack, we had him hidden away and no enemy fou...
- 24 Jun 2010, 12:33
- Forum: Berget 8
- Topic: THE BIG Thanks to thread!
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My thanks goes to: BE - for hosting the game and keeping us fed, food always arrived on time... even in the middle of firefights :) WhiteAce - for being a great Btn Commander and inspiring leader CMF - for making me feel welcome and letting me invade their tent setup and fire all the time, and for t...
- 24 Jun 2010, 12:14
- Forum: Berget 8
- Topic: GENERAL FEEDBACK!
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Cons. Tents were a joke, badly situated, poorly set up and in shocking condition. If BE can provide better tents I'm more than happy to set up my own tent when the team gets there rather then have them done badly in a crap spot. Large number of players getting shot and then rolling into cover, not ...
- 23 Jun 2010, 16:41
- Forum: Berget 8
- Topic: Berget Radios
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Our HQ (1st Poldavian) had the list of all freq/ctcss codes designated by BE for our battalion. Actually all the battalion commanders should have received it. So you better ask your superior why he made you that "extremely annoyed". How about because he never recieved a list of frequncies either......
- 22 Jun 2010, 17:05
- Forum: Berget 8
- Topic: Berget Radios
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I was a Plt. CO at 3rd Ranger. I didn't get a BE provided radio but had to work with some of those. The radios were OK in terms of range and battery lifespan. However, there was one major problem - they were software locked and couldn't be operated well. I wasn't able to manually find the frequenci...
- 11 Jan 2010, 17:33
- Forum: Airsoft Vehicles
- Topic: "Vehicle rules"
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Does that mean that even unarmored vehicles can be knocked out only by IR equipped weapons? So they are in fact armored against small arms fire? I would think more that it is unarmoured vehicles can ALSO be knocked out by the IR weapons, as well as small arms fire to the drivers windshield. But if ...
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Glad that you are traveling to Turkey! The hardest part of planning your holiday will be deciding which to do first because this richly historical land offers so many unique experiences to ensure you love the country as much as the locals do. Whether that means exploring Greco-Roman ruins or being marveled at the quirky soaring mountains, a Turkey getaway is whatever you want it to be. If culture and sightseeing are your game, here is a top 10 list of selected things to help you begin.
1. Cruise down the Bosphorus Strait
Seeing a city from the water really adds another dimension to your Istanbul visit. It is no exaggeration that every visitor wants to and should take a cruise down the legendary Bosphorus Strait to get a glimpse of Istanbul's main points of interest: You'll ride past the impressive Rumeli Fortress, marble palaces alongside Ottoman-era wooden villas, many decorative mosques, and gardens along the way. There are several sites you can only see from the boat tour, so the few relaxing hours on the water is definitely worthwhile. This 20-mile-long natural waterway joins the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara, and most importantly, it divides Asian and European sides of Istanbul. Get your camera poised for a selfie when your set foot in the two different continents. The type of a cruise is up to your choice: as short as half an hour or a full day; just transport around or a private ride on a yacht.
A cruise down the Bosphorus Strait offers beautiful sights to behold. Photo credit: Gene Tobia.
2. Lost at the Grand Bazaar (Kapali Carsi)
Technically speaking, if there is anything that you want to buy, the Grand Bazaar has it all. Built in 1461 as one of the largest and oldest indoor souks in the world, the colorful and bustling market is the heart of the Old City and has been so for ages. The vaulted labyrinth is made up of over 3,000 shops, covering 61 streets and acting as more than just a sightseeing spot, it is where serious shoppers can test their bargaining skills in every street dedicated to one specialty: jewelry, lamps, leather goods, pottery, spices, carpets and lost to name. The bazaar runs from 8:30 am to 7 pm, Monday to Saturday. Get an early start to avoid crowds, wander through small squares and feel the city vibe even though you are not going to spend a dime. Accept tea and coffee offered, but never look too interested before you have the best price for an item. When it comes to a break, the Turkish Delight and a lunch at a nice café will make your day.
The dizzying Grand Bazaar has all kinds of goods you can imagine and want to shop. Photo credit: Gene Tobia.
3. Marvel at the Blue Mosque
Don't leave Istanbul without visiting the 400-year-old Blue Mosque. It is such a beautiful architecture built in the classical Ottoman style that no one would ever get tired of just staring at it, let alone entering inside and admiring the interior, which is as wonderfully curvaceous as seen from outside. With two striking features, six slender minarets dominate the skyline and more than 20,000 original blue Iznik tiles inside, the mosque tops one of the most photogenic buildings in the city, attracting non-Muslims come by for a chance to appreciate the balanced symmetry, use of colors and its large scale. It is suggested best go early or in the mid-afternoon for tourists are not allowed during the 5 daily prayer times and the Friday sermon. You'll want to be respectful with your dress so try to cover your body. When here, learn the meaning and stories of the building rather than just a name. Look upward thousands of lamps, probe around to hear the silence, use your eyes rather than flash to capture the peaceful state of the mind.
The fine workmanship reflected in every detail both inside and out of the Blue Mosque is truly spellbinding. Photo credit: Gene Tobia.
4. Dip toe in the unreal Pamukkale
The unusual landscape of Pamukkale is made up of mineral forests, petrified waterfalls and a series of terraced basins, creating a snow-like pool in the terraces with the smoke billowing warm water, thus given the name that literally means "cotton castle" in Turkish. Classified by UNESCO in 1988, the beautiful natural structure has been used as a bathing place and a holiday resort by the Romans centuries ago. In warm days, visitors could walk along the pool terrace, with warm water carrying healing properties flows away along their naked foot. It is said that different colors of snow can be seen in the terraces. Late afternoon is the best time of day to go when the crowds are mostly gone, and the sunset viewed from the terraces is a bonus. The other side of Pamukkale is the immediately adjacent ruin city, which has been half buried by calcium carbonate deposits for over 500 years. Overall, the experience here is great - all you want to do is swim and have ice cream.
Walking in the footsteps of people centuries ago and to experience this natural wonder will be a highlight of your Turkey trip.
5. Hot air balloon toward the sunrise in Cappadocia
Yes, you can explore the astonishing geography from the ground, which shall be unforgettable enough, but trust me - a ride of hot air balloon above the rising rock formations at dawn takes the sensational experience to another level. It might look scary, and you thought you are going to spend the trip sitting in the bottom of the balloon basket panicking - NO WAY! You will be anything but that. Going up hundreds of meters, you will be spellbound with bug eyes and your mouth wide open by the dramatic sedimentary rocks (best known as "fairy chimneys" to the world), and of the scenery below: colored valleys, houses, and churches, some of which dating back to the Roman Empire. Look around, the blue sky cloaked with dozens of hot air balloons amid the sunrise simply leaves you breathless. You'll want to bring a camera to store the picture perfect view for good. Meanwhile, remember to have a light jacket and a hat as it gets really cold in the morning. After landing, they give you some of the best champagne and cookies to celebrate the fantastic trip.
Only when you have been here you will believe this famous view actually exists in the real world.
6. Climb up inside the Trojan Horse in Troy
If Aegean Sea area is in your itinerary, include this site on your plan. A big part of the reasons is because of the legend, history buffs almost have to "check it off" from their list; the rest is that Troy inspired Homer to write Iliad, by simply strolling here you could get a flavor of mythology.
Though being only a fascinating replica of the device that the Greeks used to enter the city of Troy, the wooden Trojan Horse is built as an incredible attraction. Use your imagination to visualize the old structures, climb up the horse and peep out of the windows for a view, or feel the spirit of Helen. When exploring the ruins of city walls, house foundations nearby and learn new things about the ancient civilization that lingered on those lands, be sure to have an experienced tour guide, because to the untrained eyes, Troy is no more than a pile of rubble and rocks under the ground, but a qualified and experienced tour guide knows how to bring them to life. The outing should conclude with a tour of Canakkale, where the Trojan Horse used in the movie, Troy, is displayed for pictures.
The actual Trojan Horse from Troy is one of the biggest attractions of Canakkale city.
7. Get closer to the gods at Mt. Nemrut
Located in southeastern Turkey, Mt. Nemrut is far away from the usual tourist path but it is well worth the visit. In 62 B.C., the Commagene King Antiochus built on top of the mountain a tomb-sanctuary flanked by gigantic statues of animals, Greek and Persian gods, which have names inscribed on each of them. However, at some stage in history, the heads of the statues were brought down by a collective effort, while when and why it was done remains unknown. Archaeologists helped them sit upright but didn't intend to re-attach the head to the bodies. So you will see huge stone heads scattered throughout the site where they fell, incredibly photogenic in the superb sunset light, making one feel how impressive they were, and the amount of work it took to complete such a massive project. Phenomenal are not only the two terraces with these decapitated gods, but also the peaceful view of mountain ranges surround. It takes a climb of 20 minutes and private transportation is recommended as there is no public transport reaching Mt. Nemrut.
The statues, the king's own tomb and temple are still preserved to date.
8. Explore the underground at Basilica Cistern
It is time to dig something lie beneath the city of Istanbul. Sitting very close to Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern built underground in the 6th century is a fantastic stop to witness how the Romans use the largest underground water cisterns to bring drinking water into Istanbul from Thrace. You might find it look not much from outside but when you go down - WOW! The roof is supported by 336 nine-meter-high marble columns, most of which were recycled from ruined temples and finely carved with capitals. What interest many are the two Medusa's head used as column pediments, as well as the pillar of tears that is said to pay tribute to the workers who died during the construction, according to Ancient texts. With atmospheric lighting, you can see all its curious corners, the breathtaking symmetry and sheer grandeur of conception. Soft music is played to evoke a mood. You will also find a café serving drinks and snacks for a relaxing break. On hot summer days, the cistern makes a great retreat because of the perfect temperature in such a depth.
The Basilica Cistern generates bucketloads of atmosphere with its unexpected interior. Photo credit: Gene Tobia.
9. Appreciate the Whirling Dervishes
Unlike tourist shows in hot destinations, Whirling Dervishes, or Mevlevi that are known to the local, is never a popular entertainment. However, I would personally recommend a go to absorb the important cultural essence of the Turkish. Performing as a traditional worship service originated 800 years ago, Whirling Dervishes believes that closeness with one's gods is achieved by elaborate whirling, so expect a lot of spinning and twirl happen. Here is how your spiritual journey starts: pleasant classical Turkish music will be played for 15 minutes before the Sema ceremony, the men taking part in the ceremony are wearing white, making fast feet movement and whirling, and it does go for quite a while, normally 45 minutes or more. The mesmerizing scene is amazing – every audience is pondering how they remain so in control of their position and don't pass out. During the ceremony, explanations of each stage are projected on the wall, thus no problem following the meaning. Again, it is more of a religious ceremony than dancing, but you will easily find yourself almost in a trance. When watching it in a real monastery, photography and applause are not allowed.
The hypnotic Whirling Dervishes is also a must see when in Istanbul.
10. Feel the ages at the ancient city of Ephesus
Once positioning as a powerful and influential city during its Roman heyday, Ephesus is what you can still see its former splendor and get acquainted with the eastern world despite the ups and downs of all centuries. The city is so well preserved and intact, housing the largest collection of Roman ruins East of the Mediterranean, highlights of which are the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Artemis acknowledged as the world's 7th wonder by UNESCO, a three-tiered theater and the Marble Street, to name a few. It's fair enough to say Ephesus is like a snapshot in time, even lively with the assistance of an informative guide. Imagination is unnecessary as you can get the sense of what walking down the beautiful streets of this Roman city and having lived there was like back then. The bonus adds up when you climb up the top of the senate and the stadium to get good views of the whole area.
It is impossible to fully explore the site in just a couple of hours due to its grand scale, and what's more staggering is that only an estimated 15% of the buildings have been excavated!
Library of Celsus. Ephesus was said to have been four times larger than the Parthenon in Athens.
I hope you like my picks! Beyond doubts, Turkey has more than 10 things to offer, and this is just 10 of the most exciting to give you some travel idea. Bitten by the travel bug? Send your tour inquiry to - My Odyssey Tours is happy to craft a Turkey holiday entirely based on your own interest and liking!


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Edwardsville woman wins $250k on Motomart scratch-off ticket
EDWARDSVILLE —An Edwardsville woman recently won $250,000 on a scratch-off ticket purchased at a local Motomart.
Edwardsville resident Carmen Kruschik scratched a $10 Million Payout ticket and instantly won a top prize of $250,000.
"When I saw the $250,000 prize amount, my heart started pounding so fast!" she said when she presented her winning ticket at the Illinois Lottery Prize Center in Fairview Heights.
Kruschik was at Motomart, 1 Club Centre Court, Edwardsville, when she cashed in a $10 winning $250,000 Crossword ticket and bought two $10 Million Payout tickets. She was in her car in the parking lot when she scratched them.
"I didn't win a prize on the first ticket," she said. "The second ticket I scratched was the big winner!"
She plans to share the windfall with her family, complete some home improvement projects, and invest.
Motomart received $2,500, one percent of the prize amount, for selling the winning ticket. $10 Million Payout is a $5 instant ticket with a top prize of $250,000. Of the six top prizes available, two have not been claimed.
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Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Trivia Corner Reboot #3 Answers
I thought the first question was tough but a few of you were able to get it. Congrats to Tuppence @ Tuppenny Tales and Jerry @ My Thoughts Brought to the Light for being the only ones to get #2. Here are the answers.
1) What Pulitzer Prize-winning book was voted the best novel of the 20th century by librarians across the U.S.? (worth 2 points)
a) One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
b) The Catcher in the Rye
c) The Cat in the Hat
d) To Kill a Mockingbird
e) The Shining
2) Who originated the phrase "nudge, nudge, wink, wink"? (worth 3 points)
Eric Idle, in a 1969 skit he wrote for the side splitting British TV Show Monty Python's Flying Circus.
Bonus: What is my middle name? [Jamie ( ? ) Scully] (worth 5 points)
You know what, since nobody guessed my middle name I'm going to carry it over to the next round and raise the point value. Maybe I will keep doing this until somebody guesses correctly.
Come back next Monday for round #4. Come back later today for the next round of the Battle of the Game Show Hosts.
2 comments:
- Sara said...
Yay! At least I got one correct. :) And I was totally going for the whole J.T. thing when trying to guess your middle name.
Can we have a teeny, tiny, clue?
- May 4, 2010 at 10:38 AM
- Jerry said...
Sweet. I am on the board. =)
- May 5, 2010 at 3:39 AM
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2017 HO Fury Tube
The 2017 HO Fury Tube is a nimble, D-shaped deck-style tube that puts you right into the heart of the action without breaking the bank. Riders lay on their stomachs while the Fury's D-shape provides a stable ride with a low center of gravity. The Fury has plenty of room for two adults and is a great addition to your water sports collection. Backed by our industry leading 1 year warranty, the Fury will provide endless fun. Can you handle the Fury? 65 in. by 60 in. Tube Dimensions HO Quick Connect Tow Attachment Heavy Duty Boston Valve - Quick and Easy Inflation and Deflation Nylon Webbing Covered Soft Foam Handles 1 Year Limited Warranty 2K Tube Rope Required