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U.S. Women's Update - May 6
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (May 6, 2010) – The current U.S. Women's National Team Weekly update released on May 6 includes briefs on U.S. players competing overseas, player information, Volley-Tweets, trivia questions and much more.
For the complete PDF version including a complete list of players training at the USA National Team Center facility at American Sports Centers in Anaheim, the U.S. international transfer list, 2010 season stats and other fan interaction sections, click here.
TRIVIA QUESTIONS: 1. Which members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic Women's Volleyball Teams are currently head coaches at NCAA Division I or II schools? 2. Who did the U.S. Women's Team play in its first-ever Olympic match? 3. Who did the U.S. Women's Team defeat for its first-ever Olympic Games victory? Answers can be found on page three in the full PDF version (click here) of the current U.S. Women's National Team Weekly update.
1980 U.S. WOMEN'S OLYMPIC TEAM REUNION, CLINIC: The 1980 U.S. Women's Olympic Volleyball Team will hold a 30th anniversary reunion between May 24 and May 31 in Kaua'i, Hawaii. Of the 12 members on the 1980 Olympic squad, five are scheduled to attend the reunion including: Sue Woodstra - 1980 and 1984 Olympian (silver medalist); 2008 Olympic Team assistant coach (silver medalist); head coach at Humboldt State University since 2002; Debbie Landreth Brown - 1980 Olympian; 1988 Olympic Team assistant coach; head coach at University of Notre Dame since 1990; Laurie Flachmeier Corbelli - 1980 and 1984 Olympian (silver medalist); head coach at Texas A&M since 1993; Diane McCormick French - 1980 Olympian; 2008 Olympic Team Technical Coordinator (silver medalist); Laurel Brassey Iversen - 1980 and 1988 Olympian; head coach at University of New Mexico from 1983-2000. The five 1980 Olympians will also serve as clinicians for a volleyball clinic to be held for 150 Kaua'i Club athletes and 40 coaches from any of the Hawaiian Islands. The Olympian's Volleyball Clinic, in memory of teammate Flo Hyman and volleyball pioneer Pat McChesney, is limited by gym space and by clinicians, so it is targeting only young Kaua'i Club volleyball players who have already made a commitment to the sport of volleyball. USA Volleyball is helping to support the clinic in the administration of the event. The Aloha Region, one of the 40 regions within USA Volleyball, is also sanctioning the clinic. Due to the great response of Kaua'i residents and business owners who have been donating funds and other resources to the Olympians, the fee to attend the clinic will be nominal. Over 30 years ago, the 1980 U.S. Olympic Women's Volleyball Team was considered the favorites to win the gold medal at the Olympic Games in Moscow. However, the dreams of standing on the podium with medals around their necks were shattered when the U.S. Olympic Committee's House of Delegates, at the urging of then-President Jimmy Carter, voted to boycott the 1980 Olympiad to protest the Soviet Union's invasion of Afghanistan in 1979.
HUGHES WINS ON THE BEACH: Heather Hughes (Fallbrook, Calif.), an opposite with the U.S. Women's National Volleyball Team, took time off from her indoor training to compete in the Fifth Annual CBS College Beach Volleyball Championship in Santa Barbara. Competing in the graduated players division, Hughes and former Loyola Marymount teammate Emily Day captured the event title with a 21-16, 21-19 victory over a pair from University of Delaware. The LMU pair lost just one set during the entire tournament, and that came in the quarterfinal round to the same pair from Delaware. Back in 2007 at the Long Beach Open, Hughes and Day became the lowest-seeded team (54th) to advance to an AVP main draw.
SPRING TRAINING BLOCK STARTS: The U.S. Women's National Team started its spring training block on April 26 with a total of 16 players participating at the USA National Team Center located within the American Sports Centers in Anaheim, Calif. Joining the team in the past week include opposite/outside hitters Nicole Fawcett (Zanesfield, Ohio), Jordan Larson (Hooper, Neb.) and Kristin Richards (Orem, Utah), while libero Stacy Sykora (Burleson, Texas) has resumed training in Anaheim. The team training sessions are open to the public. Training times are generally Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., while Fridays often vary on times. Players currently training include middle blockers Foluke Akinradewo (Plantation, Fla.), Tracy Stalls (Denver, Colo.), Christa Harmotto (Aliquippa, Pa.), Alexis Crimes (Rancho Cucamonga, Calif.) and Lauren Paolini (Ann Arbor, Mich.). Outside hitters/opposite include Jill Collymore (Bellevue, Wash.), Nicole Fawcett (Zanesfield, Ohio), Heather Hughes (Fallbrook, Calif.), Jordan Larson (Hooper, Neb.), Brittany Moore (Orange, Calif.), Kristin Richards (Orem, Utah) and Julie Rubenstein (Camarillo, Calif.). The setters training include Bryn Kehoe (North Bend, Ohio) and Nellie Spicer (Barrington, Ill.). The libero position has Stacy Sykora (Burleson, Texas) and Tamari Miyashiro (Kaneohe, Hawaii) training with the U.S. Women's National Team.
INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS: For a full listing of the 166 international transfers for American female players to other countries to play professional volleyball, visit the full PDF version of the U.S. Women's National Team Weekly Update.
BERG CLOSING IN ON ITALIAN FINALS BERTH: Lindsey Berg (Honolulu), a setter on the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team which won the silver medal in Beijing, is playing for MC-Carnaghi Villa Cortese of the Italian Serie A professional league this winter. Villa Cortese is the No. 2 seed in the Italian Serie A playoffs and are in the middle of its best-of-five semifinal series with No. 3 seed Foppapedretti Bergamo. Villa Cortese won the opening match 25-23, 25-17, 24-26, 26-24 on May 1. Berg set Villa Cortese to a 42 kill percent and .274 hitting efficiency in the opening match of the series while scoring two points on aces. In the second match held May 3, Bergamo scored a 31-29, 25-17, 25-14 victory to even up the series. Berg scored one kill on two attempts as Villa Cortese converted just 33 percent of its attacks into points for the match compared to Bergamo's 47 percent. Villa Cortese has already claimed one major title this winter by winning the Italian Serie A Cup last month. In the third match of the series, Berg set Villa Cortese to a 45 kill percent leading to a hard-fought 25-17, 24-26, 24-26, 25-14, 17-15 victory on May 5. Five different teammates had at least 10 points in the victory, which put Villa Cortese up 2-1 in the series. Other semifinal matches are scheduled for May 7, and if needed, May 10. Last season, Villa Cortese competed in the Italian Serie A2 division but earned a spot in this year's upper division. To follow Berg throughout the season, check out her blog at lindseyberg.blogspot.com.
BOWN IN ITALIAN SEMIS WITH JESI: Heather Bown (Yorba Linda, Calif.), a three-time Olympian with the U.S. Women's National Team, is competing for Monte Schiavo Banca Marche Jesi in the Italian Serie A professional league. Jesi, the No. 4 seed in the Italian Serie A Playoffs, is in the middle of a best-of-five semifinal series with top-seed Scavolini Pesaro. In the first match on April 30, Pesaro won 25-23, 25-18, 25-21. Bown was credited with six kills on 14 swings, two blocks and an ace for nine points. Jesi evened the series at one win apiece with a 25-21, 25-19, 25-27, 15-25, 15-12 victory on May 2. Bown contributed six kills on 15 swings and two blocks for eight points in the victory. Pesaro gained a 2-1 advantage in the series with a 25-19, 25-14, 25-21 victory in the third match of the series with Jesi. Bown was credited with five kills and a block for six points in the loss. Other semifinal matches in the series are scheduled for May 6, and if necessary, May 10.
JOINES TAMAS, BUSSE TO DEFEND PUERTO RICO TITLE: Jen Joines Tamas (Milpitas, Calif.) and Cassie Busse (Prior Lake, Minn.), both members of the U.S. Women's National Team, are playing for 2009 Puerto Rico League champion Toa Baja in 2010. Toa Baja finished the regular season with a five-match lead in the standings, thanks to a 21-match win streak after losing its opening match. The Llaneras finished second in its four-team quarterfinal home-and-home round robin playoff to advance to the semifinals. After falling to regular season second-place team Catano in the first match of the best-of-seven quarterfinal on April 26, Toa Baja bounced back to win four straight matches to advance to the final round against Corozal. Joines Tamas scored nine kills, two aces and a block for 12 points in leading the Llaneras to a 25-21, 25-16, 25-12 victory on April 28 to even the series. Busse added seven points in the victory. On April 29, Busse notched 15 points with 13 kills and two blocks in helping Toa Baja to a 27-25, 18-25, 20-25, 25-23, 15-13 victory. Joines Tamas added 10 points via seven kills, two blocks and an ace, while Canadian import and past NCAA Co-National Player of the Year Stacey Gordon turned in a match-high 30 points. Joines Tamas collected a match-high 19 points with 12 kills, four aces and three blocks in leading Toa Baja to its third victory in the series, a 31-29, 25-21, 27-25 three-set thriller. Busse added 15 kills and 12 digs in the win. In the fifth match, Toa Baja won 25-22, 25-22, 25-10 as Joines Tamas tallied eight kills and a block for nine points. Busse added seven points in the victory. With the semifinal round victory, Toa Baja now faces Corozal in a best-of-seven series with matches on May 6, May 8, May 10, May 12, and if necessary, May 14, May 16 and May 18.
THOMPSON, SALVO FALL IN PUERTO RICO SEMIS: Setter Courtney Thompson (Kent, Wash.) and outside hitter Airial Salvo (Farmington, Utah), both members of the U.S. Women's National Volleyball Team and products of University of Washington, are playing for Catano de Lancheras of the Puerto Rico Superliga. Prior to the playoffs starting, Catano added another Washington Husky in Christal Morrison, who has since been injured and replaced by Kelly Wing. Catano finished second in the regular season and first in the four-team Pool B quarterfinal home-and-home round robin. After defeating defending regular season and tournament champion Toa Baja in the opening match of the best-of-seven semifinal series, the Lancheras dropped its last four matches. Toa Baja evened the series with a 25-21, 25-16, 25-12 victory on April 28. Salvo was limited to four kills and Thompson tallied seven assists and five digs. On April 29, Catano forced a five-set match but lost 27-25, 18-25, 20-25, 25-23, 15-13 in a nailbiter. Salvo scored 24 points with 22 kills and two blocks, while newcomer Wing charted 18 points. Thompson was credited with 12 assists, 13 digs and an ace. Toa Baja earned its third victory in the series with a 31-29, 25-21, 27-25 score on May 2. Wing totaled 19 points in the loss, while Thompson turned in 15 digs, nine assists and a block. Salvo added nine points in the loss. Catano's season came to an end on May 4 as Toa Baja won 25-22, 25-22, 25-10. Wing scored a match-high 15 points, while Salvo chipped in 10 points. Thompson had four assists, 10 digs and a block in her final match of the season.
PRESSEY JOINS BAYAMON LATE: Angie Pressey (Lake Mary, Fla.), an outside hitter with the U.S. Women's National Team, joined Bayamon of the Puerto Rico Superliga just in time for the playoffs. In its best-of-seven semifinal round series with Corozal, Bayamon failed to get in the win column and lost the series 4-0. Corozal won the opener 25-9, 25-15, 25-16 on April 27. Pressey had a team-high six points with five kills and an ace. On April 30, Corozal won the second match 25-21, 30-32, 25-14, 25-20. Pressey totaled 10 points, while her American teammate Erin Moore added 14 points. Bayamon was edged 19-25, 20-25, 25-16, 25-20, 15-10 in the third match. Pressey scored 11 points in the May 2 loss, while Moore contributed a team-high 30 points. Like the third match of the series, Bayamon extended Corozal to a fifth set but could not come away with the win, falling 25-23, 25-23, 22-25, 14-25, 15-11 on May 3. Pressey pocketed 12 points in the loss, while Moore added 16 points.
HOOKER IN PUERTO RICO FINALS WITH COROZAL: Destinee Hooker (San Antonio), who trained with the U.S. Women's National Team in spring of 2008 before heading back to University of Texas to complete her final two collegiate seasons, signed late with Corozal of the Puerto Rico Superliga. Corozal has caught fire of late with Hooker and former U.S. Women's National Team member Shonda Cole on the squad. Pinkin won the first of three best-of-seven semifinal matches with Bayamon. Corozal won the opener 25-9, 25-15, 25-16 on April 27 as Hooker earned 10 kills, three blocks and an ace for a team-high 14 points, while Cole added six kills, two blocks and three aces for 11 points. Hooker scored a match-high 25 points with 23 kills and two blocks in leading Corozal to a 25-21, 30-32, 25-14, 25-20 victory in the second match. Cole added 14 points in the victory. Hooker charted a match-high 37 points in Corozal's rally from two sets down on May 2 to win 19-25, 20-25, 25-16, 25-20, 15-10. Corozal closed out the semifinal series undefeated with a 25-23, 25-23, 22-25, 14-25, 15-11 victory on May 3. Hooker pounded out 24 kills and two blocks for a match-high 26 points, while Cole added 21 points on 15 kills, four blocks and two aces. Corozal has now advanced to the championship best-of-seven series and will face defending league champion Toa Baja. The final two teams square off in a best-of-seven series with matches on May 6, May 8, May 10, May 12, and if necessary, May 14, May 16 and May 18.
NNAMANI, GLASS WIN CZECH REPUBLIC TITLE: Ogonna Nnamani (Bloomington, Ill.) and Kim Glass (Lancaster, Pa.) continue to lead their Czech Republic professional team Prostejov. Prostejov opened the best-of-five championship round series with Brno on April 24 with a 25-19, 25-21, 25-21 victory. To view photos of the match, visit click here. In the second match of the series, Prostejov came away with a 25-21, 25-15, 25-22 victory and are one match away from the league playoff title. Prostejov won the title in the third match with a 25-21, 25-15, 25-22 victory. To view photos of the final playoff match, click here.
BARBOZA WITH TORAY IN JAPAN: Cynthia Barboza (Long Beach, Calif.), an outside hitter with the U.S. Women's National Team and alternate on both the 2004 and 2008 Olympic Games rosters, is playing in her first professional volleyball season in Japan V-League with Toray. After finishing the regular season with a 21-7 record and a second-place finish, Toray finished second in the four-team round-robin semifinal with regular season winner JT coming out on top. After Toray claimed the V-League championship with a sweep of JT in the final playoff match, it moved on to a friendly Japan-Korea series April 25-26. Toray defeated Korea's top team KT&G 25-18, 19-25, 29-27, 19-25, 15-10 on April 25. Barboza did not play in the match. Toray's season concluded with the Empress Cup played April 30 to May 5. In Toray's opening match, challenge league team Sanyo took the Premier League Champion Toray to five sets, but the top team prevailed 23-25, 25-11, 25-9, 22-25, 15-7. Barboza played sparingly only in the first set. In the next match on May 1, Toray swept Tsukuba University 25-13, 25-12, 25-19. Toray topped Premier League team Toyota Autobody 25-17, 25-18, 25-18 on May 2, followed by a 25-16, 25-20, 25-12 victory over Pioneer on May 3 to reach the semifinals. Toray qualified for the finals with a 25-19, 25-23, 28-26 victory over NEC in the semifinals on May 4. In a rematch of the V-League playoff championship match, Toray topped JT JT 25-18, 23-25, 25-21, 25-16 on May 5.
DAVIS PICKS UP AZERBAIJAN: Nicole Davis (Stockton, Calif.), the U.S. Women's National Team libero during the 2008 Olympic Games, has shifted her professional season from China to Azerbaijan. After helping the Evergrande Volleyball Club to a perfect 12-0 season in the Chinese club season, she is now part of Lokomotiv of the Azerbaijan Super League. Her team has nine points and is in third place – one point out of first place – after the second round of the second phase of the Azerbaijan Super League. In the third match of a best-of-three semifinal round, Lokomotiv defeated Azerreyl, with U.S. Women's National Team member Elisha Thomas (Grass Valley, Calif.), in five sets. In the opening of the best-of-five championship series with Rabita, Lokomotiv dropped a hard fought five-set match with the final set score of 21-19. In the second match of the series, Rabita won 25-19, 25-11, 25-23. In the third match, Rabita gained the championship with a 25-20, 25-17, 25-18 victory over Lokomotiv.
TRIVIA ANSWERS: 1. Laurie Flachmeier Corbelli (Texas A&M), Debbie Landreth Brown (Notre Dame), Sue Woodstra (Humboldt State); 2. Japan; 3. South Korea

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The rationale behind building information modelling (BIM) is to make the entire construction process more effective and efficient across functional and organisational borders. BIM can be used in all stages of a building's life cycle, not just for the design and construction process.
The concept of BIM has been around for decades, but it has not yet reached the tipping point, where everybody in the construction industry uses it. Why? Because BIM demands that we change the way we work, says Wesley Benn, a BIM specialist and chairman of RTC Events.
"CAD was a major innovation when it first appeared," Benn says. "It was more efficient than drawing by hand, but really it was just a different media, not a change in the way we think. BIM, however, is a new way of working. It reflects how the builder in the 15th century understood both design and construction. He knew how the object worked and how it related to other objects. That's how a BIM professional must think."
Benn explains that we design buildings in 3D, but then translate the model into a 2D model that can be printed on paper - and then go back into 3D to make changes. "We have to overcome the norm of having drawings on paper," he says. "If we design in 3D, analyse and edit in 3D, communicate in 3D, manage in 3D, then we can escape the incredible waste and error inherent in our current methods. We cannot avoid all mistakes, but we can massively reduce their occurrence and severity."
However, for BIM to be fully utilised the stakeholders need to change perspective. The construction industry is conservative, and the main stakeholders – the manufacturers, architects, engineers, construction builders and property managers – care mainly about their own needs. But if a majority of the stakeholders truly understand and embrace the big picture, the project stands a better chance of reaping the full benefits of BIM.
Information is key
The biggest opportunities with BIM lie beyond the actual 3D modelling to the information at its core. "The information is central to BIM," Benn says. "Entrained knowledge, deeper and more precise than ever before, is the true game changer. The issue is how to appropriately access, analyse and act on that knowledge."
Tore Hvidegaard, CEO of technical consulting firm 3Dbyggeri in Copenhagen, Denmark, says, "BIM turns stupid drawings into intelligent 3D models. For an engineer who calculates an HVAC installation in a building, it means he or she can work faster and make fewer errors, and changes can be updated much quicker."
A BIM model of a pump provides the engineer with information not only of specific measurements, but also about flow, effect and pressure – data that can be used to help the engineer predict how the building will perform with a specific setup.
"The real change is that the project will be more transparent," Hvidegaard says. "With much more information about the building at hand, you can make decisions a lot earlier in the process, for instance to optimise energy efficiency throughout the life cycle of the building."
"The real change is that the project will be more transparent."
Tore Hvidegaard, CEO, 3Dbyggeri, Denmark
Finding a balance
One of the main challenges for manufacturers like Grundfos is to provide BIM objects with the right amount of data[JJ1] [JJ2] , as content can be used for different purposes. There needs to be a balance between geometry and data, and the content should be appropriate to the stage in which the BIM user works.
"The level of detail is important," says Benn. "I want to know flow rates, flow direction, the manufacturer's name, model number, the object's weight and equivalent data so that I can quickly put it in my specifications. But I don't need to see the flanges in the pipe in an early design, and I don't want content that is too 'heavy' for the model. As in Revit [one of the most widely used programs in BIM], I should be able to set a model to be coarse, medium or fine, whether this means visually or as regarding information."
Many experts say that establishing a single global standard would contribute to a breakthrough for BIM. For several reasons, that vision seems very far away. Construction regulations and laws vary from country to country. Customers also do not want to be locked in with a standard from a single software company. "A single, universally adopted standard is a grand dream, but it is just that," Benn says. "Variations in graphic standards, in working methodologies, in language and in building culture make this an impossible task. Without universal buy-in, it becomes just another standard. It adds to the noise, not reduces it."
"A single, universally adopted standard is a grand dream, but it is just that."
Wesley Benn, Chairman, RTC Events and BIM specialist
In a very big and global industry, BIM is used in only a minority of construction projects. In some aspects, software developers are driving the change towards BIM, but they are dependent on market maturation.
Geography also plays a role. In North America, for example, large contractors see advantages in BIM related to economies of scale. In Europe, governmental initiatives, which regulate how to work with buildings, are a driver of change.
"Since 2007 there are rules in Denmark that official public buildings have to be designed with BIM models," Hvidegaard points out.
"That is the equivalent to about 50 per cent of the Danish market. The same development is seen in Norway and Finland." Benn, who is based in Sydney, Australia, says, "In Australia and New Zealand, architects drive change, while in Asia, and Japan in particular, it is the facility and maintenance people who want BIM."
Take a virtual tour
Looking into the future, the development of new techniques such as virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) will spur the transformation to BIM, as both make BIM more useful and more adaptable. Microsoft Hololens and Oculus allow a person to walk around in a building, seeing what an apartment will look like or how the pipe work is done, before construction has even started. The virtual tour concept can also be used in the design process, which would bring a whole new perspective on safety in design reviews.
As a constructor you can use a device such as the Daqri Smart helmet to, for example, walk up to a particular pipe on site, look at it and get data about when it was inspected and if it needs to be rechecked.
These techniques will dramatically change how we work with all stakeholders in the building process, Benn says. "Early adopters already use VR and AR technologies to improve design processes, client communications and facilities management. The rapid improvements in technology that have led to reduced size, increased capability and dramatically lowered costs lead me to believe that we will see general acceptance within the next three to five years."
Whoever or whatever drives the change to adopt BIM working methods, it is safe to say that BIM is here to stay. "BIM is the future," says Hvidegaard. "It's just a matter of time. If you use something that is 30 to 40 per cent quicker, would you use it just for half of your projects or for all of them? There is clearly no way back."
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The first load-assist mount to handle both SUPs and kayaks makes loading and unloading heavy boats and boards a breeze. The lightweight mount tilts down more than two feet from the roof rack, takes on up to 45% of the boat's weight, then helps gently raise it up to the top of the vehicle. Once loaded, it securely cradles your boat or boards for the ride. At only 21 pounds, it's super lightweight but built burly enough to wrangle an 80 pound load. Product details: - Easily load and unload kayaks and boards at waist level at the side of the vehicle with the easy to use slide and tilt mechanism - 80 lb. boat and board capacity easily handles a large kayak or two boards - Universal mounting hardware fits most roof racks - Lightweight materials and construction don't eat up roof's carrying capacity - Tilts down a lengthy 26" from roof rack height - Provides 30-45% weight assistance (depending on boat width) - Felt-covered cradles flex to conform to hull for secure transport - Folds down flat to reduce drag and noise when not in use - All tie-down straps included - Locks to base rack with SKS Lock Cores for added security (sold separately)
Toting a tandem can be tough. Not any more. Yakima's Sidewinder makes it easier than ever to transport your twofer. The clever swingarm fork mount makes loading a one-person task and the padded boom cradle won't harm bottom-routed cables. Universal snap-around mounts allow the Sidewinder to attach equally well to round (Yakima) and square crossbars. It's designed to clear hatches and flip-up rear doors on most vehicles, too.
The LoadWarrior is the perfect accessory to boost the carrying capacity of your Yakima roof rack, plus it fits many other racks, too. Ingeniously, bike mounts attach directly to the basket to make carrying bikes easy, too. This cargo carrier is big enough to handle all your gear. The LoadWarrior even comes with a custom fairing that cuts wind drag and noise.
Prioritizing the buffet of gear laid out on your living room floor can be a painstaking process. Should you take this? Will you need that? We have an easier solution: Throw the new Mini-Skinny on the roof and take all of it. With as much space as a comparable "fat" basket and 50-percent more usable crossbar space, you'll be packing your gear, your friend's gear and your friend's dog's gear. Half the width—Twice the fun. Offers fit options for the best of both worlds. Your worlds, whatever worlds they may be. Be it cycling, kayaking, or road tripping to the ski lodge. The Skinny's distinct design provides the same load surface as other "fat" cargo racks while leaving 50% of usable crossbar space for, you know, whatever you need. -1 Bike Capacity (50lb bike, 9mm skewer) -Roof bar mounts come equipped with lock cores -Comes fully assembled -Matte Black Powder Finish -Fairing included with silver accents -Mounts to most factory & all aftermarket cross bars -1 Integrated bike mount with skewer -160 lb. capacity with bike & gear (always adhere to cross bars posted weight limits) -Max crossbar size-4.5" wide by 1.75" thick -2 piece design with option for Mini Skinny Extender to allow for more room -Two-Piece: 68" L x 23" W x 7" H
Thule's Canyon roof basket gives you additional storage space while still allowing your gear to be easily accessible. With its robust, tubular steel design, it is ideal for hauling gear of all shapes and sizes. And, an included wind faring helps air flow over your cargo for less noise and better mileage. You can also fit accessory crossbars (sold separately) to your Canyon to mount bikes, ski racks, and other accessories. The Canyon mounts to all Thule rack systems, as well as round bars and most factory racks.
The FatCat EVO is Yakima's sleekest, quietest, and sweetest ski and snowboard mount. It is wide enough to carry six pairs of powder skis – up to 136mm at the tip – or four snowboards. FatCat EVO mounts tool-free on virtually any roof rack. The HangOver clamp attachment point makes it easier to reach your skis or boards. SKS locks are built in for added security.
Thule's AeroBlade Edge (Flush Mount) is an integrated foot/load bar with a low-profile, aerodynamic design for vehicles without a factory rack. The AeroBlade bars use BoxBeam construction, making them some of the strongest load bars on the market with a capacity of up to 165 pounds. In addition to their wing-like shape, the AeroBlades sport a textured surface that greatly improves wind flow so you get drastically reduced noise and much better gas mileage. These flush-mount feet will need a fit kit for your specific vehicle (sold separately).
Thule's AeroBlade Edge is an integrated foot/load bar with a low-profile, aerodynamic design for vehicles with a factory roof rack. The AeroBlade bars use BoxBeam construction, making them some of the strongest load bars on the market with a capacity of up to 165 pounds. In addition to their wing-like shape, the AeroBlades sport a textured surface that greatly improves wind flow so you get drastically reduced noise and much better gas mileage. The feet fit your vehicle's roof rails without a fit kit and they're T-track compatible as well.
Versatile water sport carrier that can transport either kayaks or stand-up paddle boards with one system. Features - Multiple ways to carry: Single kayak in J-style or saddle configuration, two kayaks in stacker mode and up to two SUPs in saddle mode - Maximum protection of kayaks and stand-up paddle boards thanks to the thick rubber saddles and padded upright - Easily manage load straps while strapping down the kayaks using the integrated StrapCatch (two sets of load straps with BuckleBumpers and bow and stern tie downs included) - Quickly folds down flat when not in use for better aerodynamics - Fits all rack systems with the universal mounting hardware and quick to install with no tools required - Accommodates kayaks up to 36" wide and a maximum kayak weight of 130 lbs Technical specifications - Load capacity: 130 lb - Dimensions: 32 x 7 x 19 in - Weight: 20 lb - Rubber cover for strap buckle - Length of straps: 2x15' Fits the following Thule crossbars: - WingBar Evo - AeroBlade Edge - AeroBlade - SquareBar - ProBar
A versatile, horizontal kayak carrier with large cushioned, flexible pads that conform to a large range of hull shapes as well as SUPs. - Protects the hull with large, flexible, cushioned pads - Fits a variety of Thule rack systems, round bars and most factory racks due to T-Track and FlipFit brackets - Accommodates kayaks and SUPs up to 36 in/90 cm wide and 85 lbs/40 kg - Easily secure the kayak or SUP using the center load straps with car-protective buckle bumpers and QuickDraw bow and stern tie-downs - Can carry a variety of hull shapes as well as SUPs with two independent pivoting saddles with angle-setting lever
Innovative kayak carrier that is safe, stylish, easy to use, and integrates seamlessly with Thule roof rack systems. Features - Quickly raise or fold when not in use using the convenient front release handle - Easily manage load straps while strapping down the kayak using the integrated StrapCatch - Kayaks are protected during transit due to the durable and soft rubber padding - Theft resistant design keeps carrier securely attached to load bars (locks included) - Easy to install directly into the Thule WingBar Evo or AeroBlade T-track, or around Thule SquareBar via the integrated, tool-free mounting hardware (SquareBar requires an adapter) Technical specifications - Load capacity: 75 lb - Dimensions: 18 x 8 x 17.5 in - Weight: 15.2 lb - Rubber cover for strap buckle - Lockable - One Key System compatible Fits the following Thule crossbars: - WingBar Evo - AeroBlade Edge - AeroBlade - SquareBar (Adapter/s required: Thule SquareBar Adapter 4-pack) - ProBar - Xsporter Pro
Thule's UpRide is a universal upright bike rack with no frame contact, providing fast and secure mounting and maximum frame protection. - Ratcheting wheel strap quickly secures back wheel to tray - Maximum bike weight up to 20 kg. - No bike frame contact is made as the hook securely grabs the front wheel Suitable for bikes with carbon frames - Versatile design accommodates bikes with non-traditional frame designs, rear suspension, and bottle cages - Simple interface for switching carrier from one side of your car to the other - Fits most 20–29" wheel bicycles with tires up to 3" wide (up to 5" with Thule UpRide Fatbike Adapter, sold separately) - Locks the bike to the bike rack and the bike rack to the vehicle (locks sold separately)
Make carrying your boat highway safe with these bow/stern tie downs. Forget about tying knots, these tie downs feature handy ratchet pulleys that are easy to use and are corrosion resistant. Theyre also great for securing non-nautical loads like ladders or lumber. - Secures the bow and stern of any boat - Best in class corrosion resistance - Clear plastic tubes protect your vehicle from damage
Loading your boat has never been easier than this! Two front and two rear saddles with integrated rollers will have you and your friends on the water in no time. The spring-loaded base automatically adjusts to boat when loading. - Mounts to any bar type without tools, making installation a cinch. easy loading Fully assembled out of the box - Tool-free installation Fits Yakima round, square, factory and aerodynamic bars Spring-loaded base automatically adjusts to boat when loading - Smooth molded pad hugs and protects multiple boat types - Tilting paddle technology to accommodate an array of boats and roof rack systems - Includes Heavy-Duty Straps and Bow/Stern Tie-Downs - SKS Locks sold separately - Supports one boat up to 80 lbs Minimum crossbar spreads of 24\u001D or more
Thule's ThruRide roof-mounted bike carrier makes it easy to mount almost any bike with a thru-axle fork—no adapters needed. The ThruRide fits forks with 12-20mm thru-axles on anything from fat bikes to XC race rockets to downhill rigs. To load your bike, simply remove the front wheel and re-install the thru-axle into the fork. Lift the bike into the rack, and close the convenient one-handed clamp down on the axle. Then, dial down the clamping pressure to give your bike a secure ride. The ThruRide also works with traditional 9mm quick release forks using an adapter (535SKR sold separately). The rear of the rack is crafted from Thule's aerodynamic "D" shaped low-profile tray. And, tool-free universal mounting makes the ThruRide easy to install on Thule rack systems, as well as round bars and most factory racks.
With an iron grip, Thule's Rapid Crossroad turns factory-installed raised rails into a versatile multipurpose rack system. The streamlined, seamless look is achieved with the aero Rapid aluminum load bar. But these aren't just sleek looking, the aero design cuts down on wind resistance and noise. Your car's rails are fully protected thanks to the integrated rubber lining. And you get maximum rack strength and a custom fit from the rubber-coated steel straps.
RockyMount's Brass Knuckles rack gets your bike from point A to point B with the minimum of hassle and the maximum of security. The aluminum arm uses finely indexed ratcheting to hold front bike wheels from 20- to 29-inches with widths from skinny road tires to fat DH monsters. Form-fitting mounting hardware plays nicely with almost any roof-mounted bars: round, square, or aero. When your bike isn't on the roof, the arm folds down for an extremely low profile for minimal wind noise and maximum gas mileage. For extra security, you can lock the bike to the rack and the rack to your car with lock cores (sold separately).
Thule's Foot Packs are the "feet" that attach to your vehicle's roof and allow you to then add Thule crossbars (also called "loadbars"), plus the Thule bicycle mounts and accessories required to carry all your gear (crossbars, mounts and accessories sold separately). All mount without tools, are vinyl-coated so they can't damage your 4-wheeler, and are engineered to hold fast under all conditions. They have wide bases for excellent support no matter how many bicycles you carry, and most are sealed from the elements to protect the internal mechanism.
Thule's Foot Packs are the "feet" that attach to your vehicle's roof and allow you to then add Thule crossbars (also called "loadbars"), plus the Thule bicycle mounts and accessories required to carry all your gear (crossbars, mounts and accessories sold separately). All mount without tools, are vinyl-coated so they can't damage your vehicle, and are engineered to hold fast under all conditions. They have wide bases for excellent support no matter how many bicycles you carry, and most are sealed from the elements to protect the internal mechanism.
Yakima's 1A Raingutter Towers are the rock-solid foundation for your Yakima roof rack (for vehicles without factory roof racks). The 1A Raingutter Towers adjust to fit your vehicle's roof line and they have die-cast components that securely hold the crossbars (sold separately). Plus, they hold fast and safely to your roof with rubber pads that protect your vehicle's finish.
Step up to the completely new Yakima bar. Thoroughly wind tunnel tested, the black JetStream's JetFlow design is exceptionally aerodynamic, incredibly strong, lightweight, and really quiet on the move. The root of a modern rack system, it carries a lot and looks good doing it. - Wind tunnel tested JetFlow™ teardrop shape is strong, quiet and exceptionally aerodynamic - Seamless extruded aluminum construction is light, strong and sleek - JetTruss™ internal support engineering adds serious strength - Materials and construction create a durable bar designed for years of use - T-slot with SmartFill™ push-down infill for easy mount attachment and efficient airflow - JetStream Black - powder-coated alloy finish and high-gloss polymer end caps - JetStream Silver - clear anodized alloy finish and high-gloss polymer end caps - Available in 3 sizes; SM (50"), MD (60") and LG (70")
Yakima's Q-Towers are the rock-solid foundation for your Yakima roof rack (for vehicles without factory roof racks). The Q-Towers automatically adjust to fit your vehicle's roof contours and they have die-cast components that securely hold the crossbars (sold separately). Plus, they hold fast and safely to your roof with rubber pads that protect your vehicle's finish.
Thule's AeroBlade Load Bars are the strong, silent type. Using a sophisticated BoxBeam construction, they're some of the strongest load bars on the market with a capacity of up to 165 pounds. That's the strong, now for the silent: In addition to their wing-like shape, the AeroBlades sport a textured surface that greatly improves wind flow so you get drastically reduced noise and much better gas mileage. The bars are easy to use, too, thanks to Thule's SmartSlide sytem that makes installation hassle free and their SwingBlade technology that allows full access to the T-slot for easy accessory additions.
On your next roadtrip, free up a little space inside your car with Thule's Interstate rooftop cargo bag. This soft-sided, weather-resistant rooftop accessory is spacious enough to carry your entire family's vacation gear, and tough enough to protect it out there on the open road. The double-coated laminate material is rugged and the padded base protects your car's finish. Heavy-duty, double-stitched straps attach the cargo bag to your roof-rack crossbars or raised factory rails. Twin compression straps keep the load stable, minimize abrasion and noise, and improve aerodynamics. When you've gotten back home the Interstate folds down for compact storage.
Upright bike carrier for the quickest, most convenient mounting – for bikes up to 44 lbs. - 2 One Key lock cylinders (sold separately) lock the bike to carrier and carrier to rack. - Mounts to all Thule rack systems, round bars and most factory racks - Automatically positions your bike when you secure it, thanks to the uniquely designed frame holder and wheel tray - Quick and easy bike securing – the torque limiter dial controls the force going into the bike frame with a clear sign of correct mounting - Pressure is spread via large, soft claw pads that adapt to your bike's frame tubes – minimizing the risk of frame damage - Safe mounting – your bike is prevented from falling thanks to the claw's extended lower jaw - Stable wheels – firmly fixed in smartly designed wheel holders with diagonal quick-release wheel straps - Easy, tool-free interface for switching carrier from one side of your car to the other.
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Trench Coat: Vintage; Will be added to the shop Thursday
Blouse: Thrifted
Skirt: Thrifted and hemmed.
Satchel: Thrifted
Knee Highs: Cut Target tights
Clogs: Forever 21
Locket: Thrifted
I'm kind of obsessed with trench coats. If you search my archives (which I was clearly too lazy to do) I believe they were in my very first Five Things I Love Friday post. I constantly thrift one, then find a better one and donate the other, then find a better one and donate the second, etc. I believe in the period of a year I have owned at least 10 trench coats in this way. I have still yet to find the perfect one. This one is stellar, but has no belt. The perfect trench coat must have a belt. Obviously. I love it, but the search continues.
It's "green with envy" Monday,
XO Robyn


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1 cup rice ( I used calrose/sushi rice)
1 liter water
200 gm pork tenderloin (sliced)
2 inch ginger ( scrape the skin and sliced)
salt and ground white pepper to taste
soy sauce to taste
1 stalk scallion( wash and cut) *optional*
1: Wash ,rinse rice few times in a medium pot before add in 1 liter water.
2:Cook at medium heat until rolling boil,then add in tenderloin pork and ginger.Continue to cook until the rice break down ,approximately 30 minutes or more before remove from the heat.Add additional water if necessary.
3: Add in salt or soy sauce and ground white pepper to your taste.Dish out in bowl and sprinkle with some cut scallion,serve warm.
I prefer to use stove top to cook porridge. Calrose rice texture is more starchy and quicker to break down during cooking. This meal is ideal to cook in crock-pot or pressure cooker.You can use chicken in bone or beef to replace pork.


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A thin Indian man with not much hair sits alone on a bare floor, wearing nothing but a loincloth and a pair of cheap spectacles, studying the clutch of handwritten notes in his hand. The black-and-white photograph takes up a full page in the newspaper. In the top left-hand corner of the page, in full color, is a small rainbow-striped apple. Below this, there's a slangily American injunction to "Think Different." Such is the present-day power of international Big Business. Even the greatest of the dead may summarily be drafted into its image ad campaigns. Once, a half-century ago, this bony man shaped a nation's struggle for freedom. But that, as they say, is history. Now Gandhi is modeling for Apple. His thoughts don't really count in this new incarnation. What counts is that he is considered to be "on message," in line with the corporate philosophy of Apple.
The advertisement is odd enough to be worth dissecting a little. Obviously it is rich in unintentional comedy. M.K. Gandhi, as the photograph itself demonstrates, was a passionate opponent of modernity and technology, preferring the pencil to the typewriter, the loincloth to the business suit, the plowed field to the belching manufactory. Had the word processor been invented in his lifetime, he would almost certainly have found it abhorrent. The very term word processor, with its overly technological ring, is unlikely to have found favor.
"Think Different." Gandhi, in his younger days a sophisticated and Westernized lawyer, did indeed change his thinking more radically than most people do. Ghanshyam Das Birla, one of the merchant princes who backed him, once said, "He was more modern than I. But he made a conscious decision to go back to the Middle Ages." This is not, presumably, the revolutionary new direction in thought that the good folks at Apple are seeking to encourage.
Gandhi today is up for grabs. He has become abstract, ahistorical, postmodern, no longer a man in and of his time but a freeloading concept, a part of the available stock of cultural symbols, an image that can be borrowed, used, distorted, reinvented to fit many different purposes, and to the devil with historicity or truth.
Richard Attenborough's much-Oscared movie Gandhi struck me, when it was first released, as an example of this type of unhistorical Western saintmaking. Here was Gandhi-as-guru, purveying that fashionable product, the Wisdom of the East; and Gandhi-as-Christ, dying (and, before that, frequently going on hunger strike) so that others might live. His philosophy of nonviolence seemed to work by embarrassing the British into leaving; freedom could be won, the film appeared to suggest, by being more moral than your oppressor, whose moral code could then oblige him to withdraw.
But such is the efficacy of this symbolic Gandhi that the film, for all its simplifications and Hollywoodizations, had a powerful and positive effect on many contemporary freedom struggles. South African antiapartheid campaigners and democratic voices all over South America have enthused to me about the film's galvanizing effects. This posthumous, exalted "international Gandhi" has apparently become a totem of real inspirational force.


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Circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin, the tissue covering the head(glans) of the penis. It is an ancient practice that has its origin in religious rites. Today, many parents have their sons circumcised for religious or other reasons.
When is circumcision done?
Circumcision is usually performed on the first or second day after birth. (Among the Jewish population, circumcision is performed on the eighth day.) The procedure becomes more complicated and riskier in older babies, children, and men.
How is circumcision done?
During a circumcision, the foreskin is freed from the head of the penis, and the excess foreskin is clipped off. If done in the newborn period, the procedure takes about five to 10 minutes. Adult circumcision takes about one hour. The circumcision generally heals in five to seven days.
Is circumcision necessary?
The use of circumcision for medical or health reasons is an issue that continues to be debated. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) found that the health benefits of newborn male circumcision outweigh the risks, but the benefits are not great enough to recommend universalnewborn circumcision. The procedure may be recommended in older boys and men to treat phimosis (the inability to retract the foreskin) or to treat an infection of the penis.
Parents should talk with their doctor about the benefits and risks of the procedure before making a decision regarding circumcision of a male child. Other factors, such as your culture, religion, and personal preference, will also be involved in your decision.
What are the benefits of circumcision?
There is some evidence that circumcision has health benefits, including:
- A decreased risk of urinary tract infections.
- A reduced risk of some sexually transmitted diseases in men.
- Protection against penile cancer and a reduced risk of cervical cancer in female sex partners.
- Prevention of balanitis (inflammation of the glans) and balanoposthitis (inflammation of the glans and foreskin).
- Prevention of phimosis (the inability to retract the foreskin) and paraphimosis (the inability to return the foreskin to its original location).
Circumcision also makes it easier to keep the end of the penis clean.
Note: Some studies show that good hygiene can help prevent certain problems with the penis, including infections and swelling, even if the penis is not circumcised. In addition, using a condom during sex will help prevent STDs and other infections.
What are the risks of circumcision?
Like any surgical procedure, there are risks associated with circumcision. However, this risk is low. Problems associated with circumcision include:
- Pain
- Risk of bleeding and infection at the site of the circumcision
- Irritation of the glans
- Increased risk of meatitis (inflammation of the opening of the penis)


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In Which I Eat the Hot Dog and French Fry Pizza at Pizzeria Reginella
Or, 'Fools Rush In Where Krieger Fears to Tread'
Pizzeria Reginella's Reginella Special
193 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11201 (b/n Court and Clinton streets; map); 718-522-2880
The Skinny: Strangely enough, hot dogs and french fry pizzas are commonly found in Italy. But just because it's Italian doesn't mean it's good. I mean, hello, Fabio for example?
Price: Small, $16.50; large $18.90; slice, $2.90
I was working from home this morning when I saw the hot dog and french fry pizza on Eater. The photo of it there was taken by "Daniel Krieger (who for the record, did not try a slice)."
"Did not try a slice?!?" I said to myself. Pussy.
Well, it turns out that Mr. Krieger is a wiser man than I. On my way in to the office, I took a minor detour through Brooklyn Heights to try this thing. Needless to say, I feel funny right now after getting about halfway through just one slice.
The hot dog and french fry pizza is called the Reginella Special. Giving the house name to such a pie is a pretty bold move, so I asked what the story was behind this pizza. Was it just a gimmick to get people talking?
"It's a pizza they do in Naples," said the pizza man on duty. "They do it all over there, and the owner here is from Naples."
For real?
I'd never heard of this, but some Googlin' revealed that it is indeed true that Naples, Italy, is awash in hot dog and french fry pizzas. Says the blog Food Mayhem:
Right next door was a pizza shop, Pizza & Sfizi, and since Lon was walking in and inspecting every one, why not this one? He took a picture of the pie with hot dogs and french fries, one we had been seeing everywhere. Here, they called it the Viennese and at the place we had lunch, they called it the American. Haha. I convinced Lon not to get a slice though since it would be lunch time soon and we had eaten so much already!
And poking around, I've found there are a number of shots on Flickr that depict this thing.
I don't care if it comes from Italy or the Pope himself, this creation is just not right.
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As dry weather stretches through Iowa's summer, a few suspected cases of Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD) are being reported.
The number of mortalities reported is low, however there are reports further north in Iowa this year, than would typically be expected. Those deer would have had less exposure to 2012's outbreak.
Approximately 20 of the dead deer were found near the Linn-Johnson county line. Many were near water, which is an indicator that EHD is present. However, the carcasses were decomposed and valid samples could not be taken. Cases have been reported as far southwest in Iowa as Harrison and Page counties.
Hemorrhagic disease is caused by a virus spread by biting insects…called midges. Warm dry weather favors a buildup of the midge population and increases the likelihood of an outbreak. Once infected, the virus multiplies very quickly within a deer, causing high fever, breakdown of cell walls and dehydration.
Dead and sick animals will often be found near water. Death is caused by internal hemorrhaging and internal fluid buildup. In later stages of the disease, the animals will be lethargic, stumbling, sometimes drooling and unresponsive. Most die within one to four days after the fever begins, though some deer display varying levels of immunity to EHD.


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I often recommend to professional societies, membership groups, university faculty and other groups that they consider instituting speaker training for early-career members, for the reverse of those reasons. But there's no reason to omit training for seniors in your professional development tracks, and plenty of evidence suggests that using your "alumni" or seniormost participants as brand evangelists is especially effective. It's never too late to learn! Check my suggestions for what to ask the trainer -- 13 good questions -- before you hire her, and contact me at info[at]dontgetcaught[dot]biz for more information about group or one-on-one training options.
- The older you are, the more bad speaking habits you may need to unlearn. If you've been picking up tips here and there, but never had formal training, it's very likely that you've heard and incorporated bad advice into your routine as a speaker. The good news: this is not an insurmountable challenge, and no reason to bypass training now.
- Older trainees know their own foibles, fears and areas of focus better. You've had more experience--even if it consists of avoiding speaking opportunities--and typically have a better sense of yourself and your preferences. If you can articulate them, a good trainer can work with you to mold them to your purpose.
- You may be surprised at how things have changed. When I train people in using social media tools, I remind them that technology favors the late adopter, as they can benefit from new advances. That's also true of speaking styles. One senior trainee of mine was pleased to find out that his 1930s-era elocution training (which asked him to turn his Brooklyn accent into a more mainstream midwestern voice) didn't apply these days--and we used that story as an anecdote when he addressed a diverse group of 21st century teenagers to make a point about how far we've come in welcoming diversity in his profession.
- Been avoiding speaking as a chore? Training offers fast, focused help. Training isn't magic, but it does offer a private, personalized time in which you can learn simple solutions that can help you overcome your barriers to speaking. You may have been stumbling over and over a problem for which there's a simple solution--just ask.
- If your seniority goes beyond age, seek private training. I don't train leaders with their subordinates for a reason: Everyone needs a secure place to try and fail in training, and few people want to do that in front of their bosses--or their subordinates. Unless you are being trained with a peer group, ask for one-on-one sessions.
Inspiration, ideas and information to help women build public speaking content, confidence and credibility. Denise Graveline is a Washington, DC-based speaker coach who has coached nearly 200 TEDMED and TEDx speakers--including one of 2016's most popular TED talks. She also has prepared speakers for presentations, testimony, and keynotes. She offers 1:1 coaching and group workshops in public speaking, presentation and media interview skills to both men and women.
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am I too old to learn good speaking skills?
This question--posed by a participant in one of my day-long sessions on communicating science--took me by surprise. The workshops include scientists of all ages, and the woman asking the question was indeed a senior participant who confided that she'd found speaking a big stumbling block over the years. I've trained people ranging in age from a 12-year-old to seniors in their seventies, and all of them have shaped my perspective on speaking and age. Here are my five observations:
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Well it almost was a perfect afternoon here today during the bye week as the Pats smacked around the Bengals and exposed them some more, and the Chargers who had the Ravens beat it appeared let the game slip away in the last minute. However, a lot of AFC teams lost today that the Steelers needed to lose such as Cincy,Jags,Jets, and even the Chargers. All could be possible teams in playoff contention late in the year and who the Steelers might need to beat out for better records for tiebrakers. I still think even at 4-0 the Ravens are still not all that good. There next 2 games are at Denver and hosting Carolina on a short week so I look for the Ravens to lose at least one of these games if not both.
So I really believe if the Steelers win this game in San Diego next week they are right back in it here at 2-2 and can start to roll off a stretch of wins here. They have an opportunity to control there own destiny against the AFC West playing SD,KC,and Denver 3 out of the next 5 games. The bottom line is though the Steelers Must win this game to keep pace with the Ravens and Bengals now. They cannot afford to lose any more ground in this division. I really dont think they will and I do think they will turn this thing around come next week. The goofy annoying part of this schedule is over here after this week finally and hopefully the Steelers can hit there groove and get back to playing normally every Sunday at either 1 or 4 o clock.
I really do think though this season can and will turn for the Steelers if they win this game next week in SD. It is a very very critical game here early on in the season to say the least. Its definitely one the Steelers cannot afford to lose. After seeing Cincy today Im convinced now as long as we take care of Baltimore that last game in Cincy on New Years Eve will determine who wins the North. The good news is the Steelers dont see the Ravens till late in the year twice so they will have an opportunity to have a pretty good record when they play them and hopefully be a game behind them or tied with them when we play them. I just really have a gut feeling that if we win that game in SD next week the tide will really begin to swing in the Steelers favor to roll off a bunch of wins. What do you guys think about that do you agree or not???


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La Plagne is a vast ski resort with an enormous vertical drop of 6,562ft (2,000m), double that of Aspen, for example. One of Europe's largest holiday resorts, La Plagne is made up of 10 different 'villages', six purpose built and four traditional, that are connected by public conveyances and a lift system. As such it can boast the largest ski area of any single resort in the world, and its linked trail system (Paradiski) with Les Arcs means there are now 261 miles (420km) of trails and 144 ski lifts.
The high altitude La Plagne resort centres on apartment life; there are few hotels and its convenience makes up for its lack of charm. The highest complex at Aime La Plagne is 6,890ft (2,100m) and is considered to be the most convenient holiday accommodation, with many of the best apartments. The lowest mountain village, at 5,906ft (1,800m), is the neo-Savoyard Plagne 1800.
The largest complex, with the liveliest holiday atmosphere, is the original Plagne Centre, one of the first villages in Europe to be built to cater specifically for the skiing season. The lifts are near to the accommodation and visitors can generally ski to their door. For beginners and intermediates, La Plagne is the best of the European ski resorts.
As a high-altitude resort, the La Plagne snow cover is reliable, particularly up on the Bellecôte Glacier (10,663ft/3,250m), and the terrain is extensive. La Plagne is one of the best resorts for beginner and intermediate skiers and boarders as far as prepared trails go, but there is also plenty of off-piste terrain and challenging runs from the glacier for experts.
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Due to my recent obsession with family history, I've become a frequent visitor to Find A Grave, a free online repository of over 57 million grave records. Obviously, they don't have a record for everyone -- there have been an untold number of us humans! -- but I have found burial information and even a few tombstone photos for some of my ancestors there.
The Scotten Cemetery, found
Emery Scotten was Great-grandmother Emma Hart's grandfather -- in other words, my 3x-great-grandfather. He was born in 1792 in Maryland and died in 1867 in Franklin County, Indiana. I typed his name, places, and dates into a Find A Grave search and learned that Great-grandfather Scotten is buried in the Scotten Cemetery in Franklin County, along with his wife Mary S. and a dozen other family members and in-laws.
The Scotten Cemetery is described as "marooned in a cornfield on 200 North about 3/4 of a mile west of 600 West. The burial ground is recognizable only by a wooded area on the south side of 200 North, and the stones can only be seen during the winter months when foliage is gone." The last burial there was in 1878.
I can almost see the Scotten Cemetery in my mind, because there's an old graveyard like that, marooned in a pasture, just a mile from my house. When I hiked out there to look at it, on a winter day some years ago, I could hardly see the gravestones under all the fallen tree branches and tangled vines. I would have been afraid to go there in the summer because of snakes!
It is sad to think that the Scotten Cemetery is not tended at all, but I do feel closer to that family, now that I know where they are buried. It should be quiet there most of the time, except for the birds and squirrels and rabbits -- and the snakes. I hope the wild violets and roses bloom on their graves. Maybe there are even a few daffodils that still come up in the springtime.
Helping Find A Grave
Find A Grave works because of volunteers -- people who donate their time and effort to research, key, and upload burial information. In many cases, the volunteers have gone to remote graveyards themselves and recorded the names and dates on old tombstones. The site is funded through advertising, donations, and a gift shop. You can read about the founder and staff on the "whois" page.
I've visited quite a few old graveyards in Christian County and I have a few dozen or more photographs of tombstones that interested me. I can't upload them to Find A Grave unless I know the names of the cemeteries where I photographed them -- and I don't remember.
However, I could go through my gravestone photos and search for those people's names and dates on Find A Grave. Then, if any of them were already listed in some cemetery in Christian County, KY, I could add my tombstone photo to the burial record. I know that someone, sometime, would be really happy to find it.


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