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Hosting the 24th annual California Indian Basketweavers Association gathering for the first time proved successful for the Morongo Band of Mission Indians and hundreds of visitors who enjoyed the displays and demonstrations.
The public portion of the event at the Morongo Community Center on Saturday was well attended and offered a chance to view exclusive showcase entries from throughout California.
Sally Oliver had a full-sized baby basket made from redbud, sourberry and willow sticks in the showcase. She also was available to answer questions and discuss weaving techniques.
"I've only been weaving for three years," said Oliver, of the Wuksachi/Choinumni tribes. "I'm still learning as I go."
Demonstrator Tashina Miranda (Luiseño-Temeéku) included materials in many stages to show all the work that needs to be done before weaving can even begin. Her table included samples of fresh juncus and yucca, some that took several months to dry out. She uses black walnuts to dye juncus black in order to add designs to her baskets.
Miranda started weaving about 10 years ago and joined CIBA more than five years ago.
"It was an opportunity to meet weavers from all through California – I've always been interested in other traditions. For me the best part is the process," said Miranda, of North San Diego County. "I enjoy gathering and preparing. I'm always willing to share materials."
As a culture teacher at Noli Indian School at the Soboba Reservation, Miranda has enjoyed showing young people the proper way to gather and prepare materials. She said offering the finished product to weavers helps the youth give back to their community.
"Many don't have family members (who weave) so I have them work with tribal elders as a way to bridge that gap," she said.
It took nearly a year to organize the gathering at Morongo. Tribal member Suzann Holman has been a CIBA member for about three years and after attending last year's event at the Tule River Reservation near Fresno she wanted to have one in Southern California. She approached her tribal council last summer to make the request.
The Smithsonian has baskets made by Holman's great-great grandmother, Tomasa. Seeing them inspired her to learn how to weave. About three years ago she began attending weekly basketweaving gatherings at the Soboba Reservation near San Jacinto.
Clint McKay, CIBA founding member and chairman for the past seven years, said the organization grew from a small gathering at his great aunt's house in Forestville. Laura Somersal was a well-known master weaver and teacher of Pomo forms. It now has 800 members.
"Many people say basketweaving is a wonderful art but it's the very essence of what we do and who we are as California Native people," said McKay, of Sonoma County.
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Dear Miriam,
I have a friend who always appears to have a surly expression on her face. I know her to be a kind, interesting person, even a happy person, but for some reason she often looks annoyed. I know she wants to make new friends, get out and date more, but I think her facial expressions are holding her back. Is there any way I can talk to her about this?
Frowny Friend
Dear Frowny,
If only people waited to characterize someone until they had a personal conversation, but alas, I think we all know that's not the way things typically go. You're being a good friend by looking out for your friend in this way. You're also right to be cautious in approaching her.
Try complimenting her often. If it fits with the ethos of your relationship to talk this way, say things like: "You look so pretty when you smile," and "Your eyes really sparkle when you laugh." When you catch her with her "surly expression," ask her what's wrong. Tell her she looks mad, or annoyed, or just disengaged, and that it worries you to see her upset. Then see how she reacts. It's possible that she'll say, "Why are people always telling me I look angry?" in which case you'll have an entry point for a longer conversation. It's also possible that she really has no idea she appears this way.
Either way, you can say as gently as possible, "Sometimes, when you're not actively engaged in what's going on around you, you look like you're upset. I'm sure it's just because you're concentrating or maybe zoning out or something, but I do worry that you're unhappy when I see you like that. Even though I know and love you, when you smile, you're more approachable to other people as well." This might be a really uncomfortable conversation for both of you, and if she gets defensive, your friendship will probably benefit the most from dropping the subject.
If she seems receptive to working on correcting this misconception, though, you could offer her more explicit suggestions. When she's in a bar or restaurant, suggest that she sit near a mirror so she can check herself and see how she looks to others. That might be enough to get her to adopt a more pleasant expression. You could also advise her to think happy thoughts when she's walking down the street and maybe even to make a point of smiling at a couple of strangers. Depending on how close you are and how much time you spend together, ask if it would be helpful for you to work out some sort of code so you can remind her at parties or wherever that she's got "that look," or you could just take it upon yourself to tell her a joke at those times.
My husband the psychologist says that, in general, people reflect back the expressions that they see. While that could get you into an infinite loop of asking who's reflecting who, it could be worth pointing out to your friend that the more people who see her looking friendly and open, the more friendliness and openness she will see reflected back at her.
If this goes very badly and your friend is unwilling to consider the impact her expression is having on her social life, you may need to consider the possibility that it's not just an expression but actually a reflection of how she feels about the world. I hope that's not how it goes, but since it's another option in all this, it seemed only fair to mention.
Good luck to both of you, and be well,

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Click to viewBuzz Aldrin may not be the biggest fan of science fiction, but that doesn't mean that he doesn't know a good marketing opportunity when he sees it. But is it purely greed that's taken him to the point of selling off genuine NASA memorabilia at this weekend's Fan Expo in Canada?Aldrin's appearance at the convention may be entirely mercenary, but for a kind of sad reason, according to a report in the Canadian Press:
Speaking over the line from his office, the Apollo 11 moon walker warned that he couldn't engage in a long conversation because he was busy with various projects: trying to get the U.S. presidential candidates to consider future space strategies, working with his non-profit organization and looking ahead to next year's 40th anniversary of the 1969 lunar landing. And that's just a snapshot of his agenda. With such a flurry of activity there also comes a need for funding, hence Aldrin's appearance at Fan Expo where he plans to market memorabilia in order to augment "a retirement pay that was not very high," he said. "We're not in really a self-sustaining economic posture to be doing all the things that I'm trying to do without augmenting my income in ways that are available," said Aldrin.
Look, I'd be the first to admit that Buzz can be somewhat disagreeable and out there, but the idea that someone who went to the moon is actually getting a shitty pension is just kind of depressing, people. Of course, without an actual figure, we have no idea if it's a genuinely low retirement wage, or whether he's just complaining for the sake of it. After all, a man who's been to the moon may just have a different definition of "high" to everyone else... Buzz Aldrin markets memorabilia at Fan Expo to boost retirement income [The Canadian Press]


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SOURCE: DynaResource, Inc.
January 10, 2013 07:00 ET
IRVING, TX--(Marketwire - Jan 10, 2013) - (OTCBB: DYNR) -- DynaResource, Inc. ("DynaUSA", or "the Company"), a Resource Investment and Management Company based in Irving, Texas, with a current focus on the San Jose de Gracia Project ("SJG") in Sinaloa, Mexico, targeting growth in the defining and production of predominately gold resources, is pleased to announce that it filed with SEDAR on January 8, 2013 an updated National Instrument 43-101 ("NI 43-101") compliant Technical Report for the San Jose de Gracia Project (the "2012 DynaMexico Luna-CAM SJG Technical Report", the "Technical Report"), as received from and approved by DynaResource de Mexico, SA de CV. ("DynaMexico"), the 100% owner of the San Jose de Gracia District. DynaUSA currently holds 50% of the outstanding shares of DynaMexico and Goldgroup Mining Inc. ("Goldgroup") holds 50% of the outstanding shares of DynaMexico.
The 2012 DynaMexico Luna-CAM SJG Technical Report was revised and updated from the original Technical Report filed by the Company with SEDAR on March 28, 2012, in order to include additional disclosures, updated maps, and revised work programs. The revised Technical Report is dated December 31, 2012 and the Technical Reports can be viewed under the Company's profile on SEDAR (www.sedar.com), and on the Company's website at www.dynaresource.com.
The 2012 DynaMexico Luna-CAM SJG Technical Reports were prepared by Mr. Ramon Luna Espinoza, BS, P.Geo., of Servicios y Proyectos Mineros, Hermosillo, Mexico, and a Qualified Person as defined under NI 43-101; and by Mr. Robert Sandefur, BS, MSc, P.E., a senior reserve analyst for Chlumsky, Armbrust & Meyer LLC, Lakewood, CO., and a Qualified Person as defined under NI 43-101. The 2012 DynaMexico Luna-CAM SJG Technical Reports include as Section Fourteen (14) a Mineral Resource Estimate for SJG as prepared by Mr. Sandefur (the "2012 DynaMexico-CAM SJG 43-101 Mineral Resource Estimate", the "Mineral Resource Estimate").
The 2012 DynaMexico-CAM SJG Mineral Resource Estimate concentrates on four separate main vein systems at SJG: Tres Amigos, San Pablo, La Union, and La Purisima. The Mineral Resource Estimate includes Indicated Resources at: (1) Tres Amigos of 893,000 tonnes with an average grade of 4.46 g/t, totaling 128,000 Oz. Au; and (2) San Pablo of 1,308,000 tonnes with an average grade of 6.52 g/t, totaling 274,000 Oz. Au. The Mineral Resource Estimate also includes an Inferred Resource of 3,953,000 tonnes in aggregate for the four main vein systems, with an average grade of 5.83 g/t, totaling 741,000 Oz. Au. The Effective Date of the 2012 DynaMexico Luna-CAM SJG Technical Reports and including the 2012 DynaMexico-CAM SJG 43-101 Mineral Resource Estimate is February 6, 2012. The Mineral Resource Estimate is reported using a 2.0 g/t cut off grade for underground mining. As of the Effective Date of the Technical Reports and Mineral Resource Estimate, there is no economic assessment report completed for SJG so the precise cutoff grade for underground mining has not yet been determined.
Mineral Resource and Classification for San Jose de Gracia Project
(See Tables Following)
(Due to rounding the numbers in the above may not check exactly. This is an estimate of in situ resources only and there is no assurance that any part of these resources can be converted to reserves. Grades are given to 2 decimals and contained metal to the nearest 000 for comparative purposes and do not imply this degree of accuracy.)
Construction of Wireframes
Mineral Resources were estimated by Mr. Sandefur within wireframes constructed by technical personnel of Minop SA de CV ("Minop"), a subsidiary or affiliate of Goldgroup. Minop was contracted by Mineras de DynaResource SA de CV. ("Mineras"), a 100% owned subsidiary of DynaUSA and the exclusive operating entity at SJG under agreement with DynaMexico.
Parameters Used to Estimate the Mineral Resource
The data base for the San Jose de Gracia Project consists of 372 drill holes of which 361 were diamond drill holes and the remaining 11, drilled in 1992, were reverse circulation holes, with a total drilling of 75,878 meters. The 2012 DynaMexico-CAM SJG Mineral Resource Estimate concentrates on four main mineralized vein systems at SJG: Tres Amigos, San Pablo, La Union, and La Purisima. Of the 372 drill holes, 368 were drilled to test these four main vein systems and the remaining four holes tested the Argillic Zone. Technical personnel of Minop built three dimensional solids to constrain estimation to the interpreted veins in each swarm. The 172 holes most recently drilled (2009-2011), were allocated as follows: Tres Amigos (64 holes), San Pablo (49 holes), La Union (24 holes), La Purisima (32 holes) and the Argillic Zone (3 holes).
Servicios y Proyectos Mineros performed a database review and considers that a reasonable level of verification has been completed, and that no material issues have been left unidentified from the drilling programs undertaken.
A total of 5,540 pieces of core were measured for specific gravity using the weight in air vs. weight in water method. This represents an additional 3,897 measurements taken in the 2009-11 drill seasons with density measurements taken from all mineral zones. Dried samples were coated with paraffin wax before being measured. The results tabulated have been sorted by lithology and mineralized veins. The average specific gravity of 5,051 wall rock samples is 2.59 while the average specific gravity for 489 samples of vein material is 2.68. CAM and Servicios y Proyectos Mineros have reviewed the procedures and results, and opine that the results are suitable for use in mineral resource estimation.
Explanation of Resource Estimation
Resource estimation was done in MineSight and MicroModel computer systems with only those composites that were inside the wireframe used in the estimate. Estimation was done using kriging with the omni-directional variogram derived from all the data in each area for gold using the relative variogram derived from the log variogram. High grades were restricted by capping the assays at a breakpoint based on the cumulative frequency curves. Estimation was done using search radii of 100 x 100 x 50 m oriented subparallel to the general strike and dip of the vein system in each area. A sector search, corresponding to the faces of the search box with a maximum of two points per sector was used in estimation. A density of 2.68 based on within vein density samples was used in the resource estimate. Within each of the four areas there are approximately 20 to 40 veins in the vein swarm. Resources were estimated by kriging using data from all veins in the swarm. In general, gold accounts for at least 80% of the value of contained metal at the project, so the variograms for gold were used in estimation of the four other metals. Mineral Resources at Tres Amigos and San Pablo were classified as Indicated as follows:
1) they were within a vein within the swarm which contained at least 7 drill holes;
2) they are within 25 m of the nearest sample point; and,
3) they were estimated by at least three drill holes.
All other Mineral Resources were classified as Inferred. Because there are no precise quantitative definitions of measured, indicated and inferred, resource classification is subjective and depends on the experience and judgment of the Qualified Person ("QP") calculating the resource estimate. CAM, Mr. Sandefur QP, allowed indicated material at Tres Amigos and San Pablo because of (1) the similarity of the variograms, and (2) the fact of recent production by DynaMexico from San Pablo of some 42,000 tonnes plant feed at an average grade of approximately 15 g/t. Three of the individual veins at La Purisima satisfied criterion (1) above but Mr. Sandefur elected not to include this material in indicated because of the shorter first range at La Purisima. This Mineral Resource Estimate for SJG does not include any ore loss or dilution outside wireframes, and as currently defined, is probably most appropriate for a highly selective, small equipment underground operation.
The veins at San Jose de Gracia have been historically mined for many years and historic mined volumes are not available. The one exception is the approximate 42,000 tonnes of ore processed by DynaMexico during its pilot production activities in 2003-2006. The resource table is not adjusted for any historic mining. To validate that historic mining had not significantly reduced the resource, CAM reviewed the database for all assays greater than 1 gram per ton gold that were next to missing values at the bottom of drill holes. Only four assays satisfying this criterion were found, and on the basis of this review, CAM does not believe that significant mining has occurred within the volumes defined by the wireframes.
Data Verification
Mr. Luna initially visited the San Jose de Gracia Project in November 2010, and conducted site inspections at SJG in November 2011 and January 2012. Mr. Sandefur conducted a site inspection of the SJG Project in January 2012. While at the Property in November 2011, Mr. Luna inspected the areas of Tres Amigos, La Prieta, Gossan Cap, San Pablo, La Union, and La Purisima, and historic mining sites. In January 2012, Mr. Sandefur and Mr. Luna inspected the areas of Tres Amigos, San Pablo, La Union, and La Purisima. Pictures of the areas were taken. Many of the drill pads for the drilling programs of 2007 to 2011 were clearly located and identified. Mr. Luna also inspected San José de Gracia's core logging and storage facilities, the geology offices, the meteorological station, the plant nursery, and the mill. Mr. Sandefur also inspected San José de Gracia's core logging and storage facilities.
K.D. Diepholz, Chairman and CEO of DynaResource, Inc., and President of DynaMexico stated:
"The 2012 DynaMexico Luna-CAM SJG 43-101 Technical Reports and the 2012 DynaMexico-CAM SJG Mineral Resource Estimate were commissioned by DynaMexico in the best interests of DynaMexico and SJG in order to correct a previous technical report and resource estimate for SJG which were released without authorization by Goldgroup Mining Inc. on November 23, 2011, and filed by Goldgroup with SEDAR on January 3, 2012; and which technical report and resource estimate were released and filed by Goldgroup without approval from DynaMexico. Goldgroup is a shareholder of DynaMexico and as such has no authority to independently commission or release a technical report or resource estimate for SJG.
The material differences between the premature, non-approved resource estimate for SJG released by Goldgroup and the 2012 DynaMexico-CAM SJG Mineral Resource Estimate as reported in this news release, and as reported in the prior news releases by DynaResource, Inc. on February 15, 2012 and March 29, 2012 are shown in the table below:
The 2012 DynaMexico Luna-CAM SJG 43-101 Technical Report, and as revised at December 31, 2012 and the 2012 DynaMexico-CAM SJG Mineral Resource Estimate included within the Technical Reports, are the current and only Technical Reports and Mineral Resource Estimate for SJG which have been approved by DynaMexico, the 100 % owner of San Jose de Gracia. I am pleased with the thoroughness and accuracy of the updated 2012 DynaMexico Luna-CAM Technical Report, and I am excited to report again the results of the 2012 DynaMexico-CAM SJG Mineral Resource Estimate as it confirms the first major milestone for defined resources at SJG, and it confirms the confidence in the resources defined by recent drilling at Tres Amigos and San Pablo.
I look forward to DynaMexico's commissioning and completing of a Preliminary Economic Assessment ("PEA") for SJG, and I look forward with excitement to the continuing development of the SJG project in the best interests of DynaMexico."
Qualified Persons
Each of Mr. Luna and Mr. Sandefur is a "Qualified Person" as that term is defined in National Instrument 43-101 and each is "independent" as that term is also defined in National Instrument 43-101. Each of them has reviewed and approved the scientific and technical disclosure set out in this news release.
San Jose de Gracia ("SJG")
The San Jose de Gracia District, covering 69,121 hectares, is 100% owned by DynaResource de Mexico ("DynaMexico"). DynaResource, Inc. ("DynaUSA") currently holds 50% of the outstanding shares of DynaMexico and Goldgroup holds 50% of the outstanding shares of DynaMexico.
In excess of one million ounces gold was reportedly produced from the SJG District in the early 1900's, originating from high grade gold veins, including approximately 470,000 Oz. gold reportedly produced from the La Purisima area of SJG at an average gold grade of 66.7 g/t. In June 2010, the SJG Project was recognized by the State of Sinaloa as the most significant Gold Project in the State for the year 2010.
DynaUSA - DynaMexico
DynaUSA (the "Company") is a Resource Investment and Management Company based in Irving, Texas, with a current focus on the SJG Project in Mexico, targeting growth in the defining and production of predominately gold resources. The Company formed DynaMexico in March 2000 specifically for the purpose of acquiring and consolidating the SJG District; and it completed the consolidation of the entire SJG District to DynaMexico in 2003 (approx. 15 sq. km. at that time), * with the exception of the San Miguel Mining Concession (7 Hectares, which DynaMexico is endeavoring to accomplish the transfer of title to DynaMexico, under previously signed sale and purchase agreements). During the period 2003-2006, DynaMexico conducted Pilot Production operations at the San Pablo area of SJG, reporting production results of: 18,250 Oz. Gold produced; 42,000 tons mill feed; average feed grades of approximately 15-20 g/t Gold; and, average production costs of less than $175./Oz. In September 2006, the Company entered into an Earn In/Option Agreement with Goldgroup, which provided that Goldgroup contribute $18 M. USD in funding to DynaMexico for exploration/development expenditures at SJG, in exchange for 50% of the outstanding shares of DynaMexico.
Exclusive Operating Entity at San Jose de Gracia
Under agreement with DynaMexico, Mineras de DynaResource SA de CV. ("Mineras") has been named the exclusive operating entity at the San Jose de Gracia Project. DynaUSA owns 100% of Mineras.
DynaMexico General Power of Attorney
The Chairman-CEO of DynaUSA also serves as the President of DynaMexico and as the President of Mineras. And, the President of DynaMexico holds a broad power of attorney granted by the shareholders of DynaMéxico which gives the current President significant and broad authority within DynaMéxico.
Beneficiary of Production Proceeds
Projecting future production of resources from SJG by DynaMexico, DynaUSA would be the beneficiary as a 50% shareholder of DynaMexico.
For further information on DynaUSA and DynaMexico, please visit www.dynaresource.com or contact:
The Company is an "OTC Reporting Issuer" as that term is defined in BC Instrument 51-509, Issuers Quoted in the U.S. Over-the-Counter Markets, promulgated by the British Columbia Securities Commission. Accordingly, certain disclosure in this news release or other disclosure provided by the Company has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of securities laws in effect in Canada, which differ from the requirements of United States securities laws. In Canada, an issuer is required to provide technical information with respect to mineralization, including reserves and resources, if any, on its mineral exploration properties in accordance with Canadian requirements, which differ significantly from the requirements of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") applicable to registration statements and reports filed by United States companies pursuant to the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. As such, information contained in this news release or other disclosure provided by the Company concerning descriptions of mineralization under Canadian standards may not be comparable to similar information made public by United States companies subject to the reporting and disclosure requirements of the SEC and not subject to Canadian securities legislation. This news release or other disclosure provided by the Company may use the terms "measured mineral resources", "indicated mineral resources" and "inferred mineral resources". While these terms are recognized and required by Canadian regulations (under National Instrument 43-101, Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects), the SEC does not recognize them. United States investors are cautioned not to assume that any part or all of the mineral deposits in these categories will ever be converted to reserves. In addition, "inferred mineral resources" have a great amount of uncertainty as to their existence and economic and legal feasibility. It cannot be assumed that all or any part of an inferred mineral resource will ever be upgraded to a higher category. Under Canadian securities legislation, estimates of inferred mineral resources may not form the basis of feasibility or pre-feasibility studies, although they may form, in certain circumstances, the basis of a "preliminary economic assessment" as that term is defined in National Instrument 43-101, Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. U.S. investors are cautioned not to assume that part or all of an inferred mineral resource exists, or is economically or legally mineable.
This News release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27 A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Certain information contained in this news release, including any information relating to future financial or operating performance may be deemed "forward-looking". All statements in this news release, other than statements of historical fact, that address events or developments that DynaResource expects to occur, are "forward-looking information". These statements relate to future events or future performance and reflect the Company's expectations regarding the future growth, results of operations, business prospects and opportunities of DynaResource. These forward-looking statements reflect the Company's current internal projections, expectations or beliefs and are based on information currently available to DynaResource. In some cases forward-looking information can be identified by terminology such as "may", "will", "should", "expect", "intend", "plan", "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "projects", "potential", "scheduled", "forecast", "budget" or the negative of those terms or other comparable terminology. Certain assumptions have been made regarding the Company's plans at the San Jose de Gracia property. Many of these assumptions are based on factors and events that are not within the control of DynaResource and there is no assurance they will prove to be correct. Such factors include, without limitation: capital requirements, fluctuations in the international currency markets and in the rates of exchange of the currencies of the United States and Mexico; price volatility in the spot and forward markets for commodities; discrepancies between actual and estimated production, between actual and estimated reserves and resources and between actual and estimated metallurgical recoveries; changes in national and local governments in any country which DynaResource currently or may in the future carry on business; taxation; controls; regulations and political or economic developments in the countries in which DynaResource does or may carry on business; the speculative nature of mineral exploration and development, including the risks of obtaining necessary licenses and permits, diminishing quantities or grades of reserves; competition; loss of key employees; additional funding requirements; actual results of current exploration or reclamation activities; changes in project parameters as plans continue to be refined; accidents; labor disputes; defective title to mineral claims or property or contests over claims to mineral properties. In addition, there are risks and hazards associated with the business of mineral exploration, development and mining, including environmental hazards, industrial accidents, unusual or unexpected formations, pressures, cave-ins, flooding and gold bullion losses (and the risk of inadequate insurance or inability to obtain insurance, to cover these risks) as well as those risks referenced in the Annual Report for DynaResource available at www.sec.gov. Forward-looking information is not a guarantee of future performance and actual results and future events could differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking information. All of the forward-looking information contained in this news release is qualified by these cautionary statements. Although DynaResource believes that the forward-looking information contained in this news release is based on reasonable assumptions, readers cannot be assured that actual results will be consistent with such statements. Accordingly, readers are cautioned against placing undue reliance on forward-looking information. DynaResource expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, events or otherwise.
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There are many versions of this cake out there (Made-In-the-Pan Chocolate Cake, Vinegar Cake), and it's as easy as any store bought cake mix. What makes it penny wise is the fact that it requires no eggs or milk - it's basically flour, sugar, cocoa, and water. Don't let the simplicity of the recipe turn you off - it's unbelievably rich and moist and only improves with age (I actually prefer it the next day).
My daughter decided to bake one up the other day as it was raining outside (hallelujah!) and we were all lazing about enjoying the cooler temperatures. She doubled the recipe to fill a 9x13 pan, but accidentally put in waaay to much cocoa powder. Never one to throw away perfectly good ingredients, we tripled the batch (6 times the original recipe!) and ended up with three 9x13 cakes. I generally have no problem finding a way to dispose of chocolate cake, but this was a little much even for me, so we sent one off to live with my mom and chocolate-loving step dad, and divided the second one between our two closest neighbors. We've almost polished off the third one, and it's still scrumptious almost 4 days later.
You can find the recipes for the cake and frosting here (we baked our doubled batch for about 45 minutes). The frosting recipe will give you more than enough for a single cake or batch of cupcakes, but we doubled it to cover all three of our large cakes.


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Leila Josefowicz, Jesse Mills, David Chan, violin; Hsin-Yun Huang, Paul Neubauer, Yura Lee, viola; Fred Sherry, Michael Nicolas, cello
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CHICK COREA Fred Sherry put together a chamber orchestra for a recording with Chick Corea of his Piano Concerto No. 2 The Continents for Jazz Quartet and Chamber Orchestra
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Jason Eckhardt: A way [tracing] for violoncello solo
Undersong (2002-2008) is a cycle of chamber compositions that are performed consecutively, without pause, to form a CD-length supercomposition. The title refers to the powerful and unyielding voice of the oppressed as well as the lyrical strands of interconnection that lie beneath the work's fragmented surface.The recording featuring solists Fred Sherry, Claire Chase, Tony Arnold, and the International Contemporary Ensemble conducted by Steven Schick was released by Mode Records in August 2011.
The performance by cellist Fred Sherry – another grand homme of American music – of A Way (Tracing) is stunning –Paris Transatlantic Magazine
Cellist Fred Sherry performs the glissando-filled and devilishly tricky solo A Way (Tracing) with characteristic flair, attacking its quickly evolving formal terrain with mercurial suavity.
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ANTON WEBERN Fred Sherry recorded the Webern Bagatelles and String Quartet op. 28 with Rolf Schulte, Tai Murray and David Fulmer and will soon record Webern's arrangement of Schoenberg's Chamber Symphony with Orion Weiss, piano; Leila Josefowicz, violin; Sooyun Kim, flute; Charlie Neidich, clarinet for the Robert Craft Collection on Naxos.
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I've had 5 surgeries for nasal congestion. The last surgery was a month ago. Things are better but I'm still congested. I had asked a similar question 7 months ago and the answer I got was "It's a turbinectomy not brain surgery". To me it seems as if it really is more difficult than brain surgery. Every time my health ins. gets charged $10-20K. I'm extremely stressed. I need a new approach. What strategy should I follow to find a doctor who knows what to do? Distance is not an issue. Thanks.
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Nasal obstructive symptoms may be caused by an anatomical issue that can be corrected with surgery and they may not. Reducing turbinates is not a difficult surgery, but an internal nasal exam would be necessary to determine if they had been adequately treated. The septal anatomy and internal nasal valves should be inspected. You need to be evaluated for masses as well. Medical management for allergic components should be managed as well.
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Flint Firefighters responded to a house fire in Flint this morning.
The call came in around 1:30 am on the east side of Flint, on Kansas Street near Cumberland. This is close to Mott Community College.
When crews arrived they found the home fully engulfed in flames.
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The University of Akron has put Caleb Porter under contract as its men's soccer coach. The contract runs for 10 years, and it's worth about $350,000 annually.
The Plain Dealer's Terry Pluto asked him about the contract and his commitment to the university.
A: Akron is where I want to be long term, and I thought it was important to make that type of statement to people in this community and around the country. I would always get questions every year from coaches, alumni and certainly recruits, and hopefully this will put the constant speculation to rest. I also wanted people to see my loyalty to Akron. For whatever reason, Akron seems to be a stepping-stone. I'm saying it can be an end point, too, and the grass isn't always greener. My family loves it here, and as long as I have everything the other programs have, then Akron is where I want to leave a legacy. I hope people will see that my main priority in the extension was to protect Akron soccer long term and to show loyalty to people that have been supportive to our program and my family. To continue achieving what we have, it takes commitment from the administration, and I'm humbled to have that commitment for the next 10 years.
Q: Why can Akron compete with anyone in soccer, but it's so much harder for a MAC school to do so in the other sports?
A: Anything is possible with the right blueprint, resources and vision. Again, hopefully I'm showing people that it can happen in Akron and that a midmajor with the right commitment can accomplish what the big BCS schools can. In soccer, it certainly happens more because administrations are recognizing with a little support you can win a national championship. Akron soccer is supported as well as any other program in the country. Even though we are a midmajor university, we are a major soccer program, and that was my vision to build a national power capable of going toe to toe with the biggest name universities and not hoping to win but expecting to. It does take commitment from the athletic department, and that has helped. Certainly, it takes a community embracing the program, and then it takes again a blueprint to do it. We've proven it can happen, and I think that is what makes Akron soccer special because we are beating the best programs. How many times do fans get a chance to support a team at Akron that can beat anybody in the country? That is meaningful to me, and I'm proud of what we've done and the statement we are making to people.
Q: What makes Akron so attractive to blue-chippers besides the style of play?
A: There are a lot of reasons for kids to come to Akron. Our soccer program speaks for itself. We have the No. 1 winning percentage in the last five years and have been ranked in the top five the entire last three seasons. Certainly the last two seasons, if you ask anyone in college soccer circles, they would tell you we have been the best team in the country, hands down. So why would kids not want to come be a part of the best program in the country and have the realistic opportunity to win a national championship? In addition to that, we are proving that we can develop players as well or better than anyone. If you look at our track record of players moving on and being successful at the next level, that is very attractive to the top talent, who inevitably all want to be professional players one day. That is every kid's dream: to play professional soccer. For the top kids, this is a very important factor. One of our biggest selling points is the style we play. This style is very unique and a big reason we develop players. There are very few programs if any in college soccer that play the way we play. This is something we've really branded Akron soccer on. When kids are looking at programs, they know that Akron soccer plays attractive, attacking soccer and that we develop players. This puts us in a category of our own. In addition to the soccer, our program has developed quite a reputation for having a very special culture of excellence. We've created an environment of success on and off the field that is second to none. Our players are developed into high achievers in all aspects of what they do. In the classroom, we had the eighth-highest GPA in the country with a 3.37 GPA last semester. We had 16 players make the dean's list this semester. We have really good kids that are focused on school and soccer, and they know they will be joining a family with great role models that will shape their lives. Our mission is to "build champions and pursue championships," and we feel like we've proven if you come to Akron, you will become a champion on the field, off the field and as a person. While in the process our players will compete and win [Mid-American Conference] and hopefully national championships during their time in the program. What more would you want??!!!!
Q: How does Akron's stadium and fan support look to those in the soccer world?
A: We were No. 2 in the country in attendance, and I would argue we have the most passionate soccer fans in the country. I'm sure Santa Barbara would have a say on that, with them being No. 1. But our AK Rowdies and Lee Jackson have really developed a reputation around the country. This is a big reason we have won so many games at home [tied an NCAA record with 39 undefeated games at home in a row], and that is invaluable. I've always said it's not so much the stadium but the environment. We are very appreciative of our new stadium. The new lights and grass have helped with our level of play and having team rooms to go in at halftime is crucial. Also, more fans now can sit instead of standing or sitting on the berms. Certainly there are plenty of stadiums out there that have more amenities, but many of those stadiums do not get filled, and we feel like what makes our stadium and environment special is we have fans packed around 3 sides right up to the lines. You don't see that anywhere. It is intimate and it is electric. We wanted to create a more international feel, with chants and drums and scarves. We've even had opposing coaches and players say it seems like a little European professional match. Again, this is something that is creating a buzz and helping to grow the sport and generate interest in the game.
Q: What are your ultimate goals?
A: I feel like I have a lot to offer the college game and college-
aged kids now. Down the road, I would like to give professional coaching a run, and certainly my dream would be to coach the U.S. national team in a World Cup one day. Obviously, both of those are a long way off. I enjoy where I'm at in my life. I feel stimulated, soccer-wise, coaching very talented players who are some of the best in the country. I like the leadership and mentoring component of being a college coach. I enjoy working with kids who still need to grow, and I get a rush out of helping them reach their potential on the field, in the classroom and as people. I want to leave my mark on college soccer for at least the next 10 years. That means winning championships, but for me it's more about the big picture. I want to raise the bar for college soccer. I want to grow the sport. I want to change the landscape of college soccer by playing the game a certain way and developing players for the next level. I want to prove that also I can have kids who are setting themselves up for life after soccer by making sure they are pushing themselves in the classroom as well. That is what drives me and gets me out of bed every day. I want to touch each kid and help them follow their goals and dreams, and I feel like I have an opportunity to also grow soccer through my role as a college coach of one of the top programs in the country. I have a lot to do and a lot to give to Akron right now. We are not going to stop or rest on our laurels just because we won the national championship! I'm ready to get back to work!
Q: How did this contract extension come about? Where did you meet? How long did you talk? Do you have an agent, or did you do the basic negotiating yourself?
A: I would say my meeting with Dr. [Luis] Proenza and Tom Wistrcill was more of a conversation than a negotiation. They came to me and said we want to take care of you so that you will not have to look elsewhere, and we value what you've done for Akron soccer, the university and community. I like working for Tom Wistrcill, and I think we have one of the most incredible presidents in the country, and they have committed to soccer which has allowed me to build a national championship program. I told them I wanted to be at Akron and as long as the commitment was there at a level in comparison to what other soccer programs around the country could provide, then I wanted to leave my legacy at Akron and raise my family here.
Q: What is the part of the contract that pays you $80,000 to help the president? How did that come about? What will you do in that capacity?
A: I think the president looked at this as an opportunity not only to help Akron soccer but to use my role and the program's prestige to assist the university as a whole. I do feel an obligation to inspire others, and I'm happy to help fund-raise and promote the university of Akron as much as I can. I already do it, but this will give me an even bigger platform to help. I hope I can use our program and what we've accomplished to bring even more awareness to what a great place Akron is.
Q: Any fellow coaches kid you about "striking it rich," etc.?
A: Certainly I have been given a tremendous contract, and I'm humbled that Akron was willing to take care of me and my family like this. It's great that I can remain in Akron and be rewarded for my hard work. I never wanted to leave Akron but worried that other schools would make an offer that would be too good to pass up. I'm humbled it worked out that I get the best of both worlds. I get to keep living in Akron and leaving a legacy for Akron soccer while being taken care of and my program committed to on a scale that is in comparison to what other programs were capable of. It makes a huge statement for how important soccer is at Akron and also for the notoriety of the sport in general. The market is always going to be dictated by the top programs, and we are setting the market value at this point. That is great for the sport. As a whole, it is great to show the country that the University of Akron is a powerful university capable of competing with anyone.
Q: What does your family think of Akron? How much of a factor were they in this decision?
A: My family loves Akron. This is a great place. The relationships and friendships we have built over the last five years were a big factor in us wanting to continue to be a part of this community long term.


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As the first Intel Nehalem EP server chips get ready for their debut, HPC users in particular are anxious to get a taste of Intel's new high performance design. The new architecture incorporates the QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) and integrated memory controllers, a setup which should be especially kind to memory-intensive applications.
As I've discussed before, the "memory wall" has become one of the most worrisome issues in HPC. Over the last two decades, memory performance has been steadily losing ground to CPU performance. From the 1986 to 2000, CPU speed improved at an annual rate of 55 percent, while memory speed only improved at 10 percent. As clock speeds stalled, chipmakers resorted to multiple cores, but if anything, that only caused the CPU-memory performance gap to widen. A recent study by Sandia pointed to the futility of just throwing more cores at the problem.
The Nehalem processors, though, should provide some relief — if temporarily. The soon-to-be-released quad-core EP chips for two-socket servers will have integrated DDR3 memory controllers, which Intel claims will bump memory bandwidth by 300-400 percent compared to the current "Penryn" class Xeon processors. Exact performance has not been verified, but the new DDR3 controllers should yield memory bandwidth in the range of 32-35 GB/second per socket. That should be a big lift for many memory-bound applications.
Unfortunately, after Nehalem, Intel probably won't be able to duplicate another memory performance increase of similar magnitude for some time. DDR4 will have perhaps twice the raw performance of DDR3, but is not expected to show up until 2012. More exotic memory architectures are on the drawing boards, but no manufacturers have committed to a roadmap.
GPUs are a different story though. These chips are all about data parallelism, so the memory architecture was designed for parallel throughput from the get-go. For GPGPU computing platforms like NVIDIA Tesla and AMD FireStream, the hardware comes with a hefty amount of very fast memory so that large chunks of computations can take place locally, without having to continually tap into system memory.
Today, you can get an NVIDIA Tesla GPU with 4 GB of (GDDR3) memory at 102 GB/second of bandwidth. Granted this is graphics memory, so you have to deal with the lack of error correction, but at roughly three times the memory performance available to a Nehalem processor, GPUs can offer some respite from the memory wall. The more favorable GPU-memory performance balance is one reason why users have been able to speed up their data parallel apps by one or two orders of magnitude.
And yet the entry of Nehalem into the HPC server market is bound to be the big story this year. Despite the meteoric rise of GPUs in the general-purpose computing world over the last couple of years, most HPC users are still using x86-based clusters. According to IDC, less than 10 percent of the HPC user sites they surveyed were using alternative processors (most of which, I assume, were GPUs and Cell processors), and they didn't see those numbers changing dramatically in the near term.
But the memory wall will be unrelenting. The eight-core Nehalem EX chip is in the works and is expected to show up in the second half of 2009. At eight cores, memory-intensive apps might be a poor fit for this platform. It was at the eight-core mark that the Sandia study saw an actual decrease in performance. There's plenty of anecdotal evidence that a variety of HPC applications are seeing declining application performance as they migrate from just two to four cores.
On top of that, considering the onerous software licensing model for multicore processors used by many ISVs and the well-known difficulties of multi-threaded software development, multicore CPUs may not be the path to HPC nirvana after all. Thinking optimistically, though, it's quite possible we'll find a path around the memory wall and all the other parallel computing roadblocks. But the solution is likely to come about by looking at the problem in an unconventional way.
As IT publisher Tim O'Reilly recently wrote: "The future isn't going to be like the past. What's more, it isn't going to be like any future we imagine. How wonderful that is, if only we are prepared to accept it."


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Dow Chemical (NYSE:DOW) reported its third quarter earnings on October 24. The chemicals giant saw a mixed quarter with volume growth in a number of major divisions including Agriculture and Performance Plastics & Materials offset by pricing declines and adverse currency conditions. The overall result was a 10% y-o-y decline in net sales and a 35% decline in net income. However, Dow's stock rose almost 5% on the day of the earnings release, buoyed by the announcement of initiatives that are expected to result in substantial cost savings going forward.
Volume growth more than offset by price declines
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Adjusted revenues fell 7% due to a combination of weak demand in Europe, lower net pricing across divisions and a strengthening dollar. A slowdown in China, attributed to a weak trend in the country's manufacturing base, also contributed to the decline. However, the company expects the region to stabilize going forward.
An overall adjusted volume increase of 2% (excluding acquisitions and divestitures) was more than offset by net price declines of 9%. Around 4% of this was due to the impact of adverse currency conditions. The rest was either to offset declining consumer demand or due to lower feedstock prices.
Performance Plastics boosted by cheap shale gas prices
The prices of natural gas feedstocks in the U.S. have seen a sharp decline lately due to the shale gas boom in the country. This has led to a decrease in product prices, which in turn led to strong demand for the company's plastics in the U.S. Plastics derived from Ethylene, a chemical produced from ethane feedstocks, saw a 5% y-o-y growth in volumes. The company is looking to expand its operations in the US Gulf Coast where easy access to low priced shale gas feedstocks are expected to further boost plastics production and volumes.
Strong consumer demand for NORDEL™ IP Hydrocarbon Rubber and ASPUN™ Fiber grade non-woven resins, and growing volumes for Performance Packaging products in Asia Pacific and North America also contributed to the volume growth. Adjusted volume for Performance Plastics grew 5% y-o-y.
Agriculture growth in line with overall market growth
Agricultural Science Products is currently one of Dow's best performing divisions, delivering record sales and income growth over the past few quarters. This quarter, net sales for the division grew 8%, with volumes and prices growing 7% and 1% respectively. Growth was primarily driven by growing farmer demand for new technologies, particularly in North America and Latin America. This largely mirrors the growth of the overall market for these products. We project the global market size for agricultural products to grow at an annual rate of 4.4% over the course of our forecast period.
Cost savings to improve EBITDA
Dow announced that it is eliminating 2,400 jobs, around 5% of the workforce, and closing 20 plants in order to reduce costs amid deteriorating macroeconomic conditions. This is estimated to result in annual cost savings of $500 million. However, this will not halt expansion plans in the US Gulf Coast and Saudi Arabia where the company is looking to take advantage of lower feedstock prices.
The company will also curtail total capital spending by $800 million in 2012 and 2013, and halt $200 million of new business growth related spending, amounting to a $1 billion decrease in capital expenditures. Together with the cost saving plans, these initiatives are estimated to save $1 billion in 2013 compared to 2012.
Dow is involved in a number of programs to reduce costs. In 2011, it announced the Efficiency for Growth (EFG) program, which focuses on the reduction of debt and the better management of costs and working capital with the aim of generating $2-3 billion in cash flows by 2015. This program has accelerated in 2012, and has helped the company expand its EBITDA margins this quarter.
Together with the newly announced programs, Dow expects to save over $2.5 billion going forward, which is in line with its short term EBITDA target of $10 billion. The company reported total EBITDA of around $7.8 billion in 2011.
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Some of us really look forward to our outdoor Christmas lighting each year… to some of us it's just an obligatory pain… That's kind of sad, becasue it gives us a reason to celebrate the outdoors at a time of year when we don't get out into the garden much. I think those who dread it only feel that way becasue they haven't been inspired! So here are some great ideas for DIY Christmas outdoor lighting to really make you want to celebrate the season!
When I saw these Christmas light balls for the first time, all I could think was "wow". Simple, using ordinary chicken wire and lights, and such an impact! Find out how to create these Christmas light balls from Christmas Lights Etc…
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Write a message in lights to share with all who pass by. Here they used LED rope lighting. The rope lighting is secured to a grid of wire wreath forms with heavy-duty cable ties.
This is one of the most creative DIY lighting projects I've seen… net lights draped over an outdoor table, and lighted globes hung as a "chandelier"… Like party time for the Christmas creatures!
Love this message lighting sign by Little Bit Funky. Find out how they made this giant lighted star for less than $5. I would either use dark paint, or lights with white wires to make it a little neater looking during the day, but whatever you like!
This is a great idea for the patio…fill your hanging baskets with led lights, then push some through to the outside… Fill the basket with some garden goodies!
Lighted lanterns…just insert led lights into anything clear!
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Parenting a newborn can be a magical, wonderful, joyous experience. But let's be honest too: being a new mom can be messy, stressful, exhausting and overwhelming, even on a good day. That's why it's so important for new moms to connect with and support each other and I'm so glad I've connected with several new moms so far. Here are the five ways I've found new mom support so far.
Support from my families.
Our families have been such a huge support for us, especially when Judah spent 39 days in the NICU (out of state, no less). When he first got out of the hospital and we had to stay in New Jersey one more week, both my parents and in-laws took turns each night bringing us dinners. When we've been to visit since then, all the grandparents are eager to watch Judah for us. And it's the little things too, like being able to call my mother-in-law, a nurse, with minor medical questions, or just to get advice from my own mom.
Support from my friends.
I'm pretty lucky in that I have three close friends who are all new moms within the last six months, and one who is due in August. Not to mention, I have another three close girlfriends each with children aged five years and younger. We can all commiserate on the hard days but also ask each other the really candid questions when we need to, since we already have such trusted relationships anyway. It's been helpful to be able to express frustrations, fears, and the little special moments that only friends who have children can really understand without fear of being judged.
Online support.
I belong to a few new moms groups on Facebook. I like these because I can quickly post a question or share a fun achievement on the go from my phone, and usually get comments back in a matter of minutes. While I may not know any of these women personally, I find it helpful to quickly crowd source answers and resources through Facebook than trying to wade through pages of search results. When someone shares a new mom resource in one of the new mom groups on Facebook, I know it's been vetted by someone who's found it useful in raising their infant.
Mommy groups in my community.
There's something to be said about meeting with other new moms and their babies. It's fun to see other babies who are similar in age to your own and even those just a few weeks ahead: they're like a little preview of what's to come! As quickly as I can get answers online, I love connecting with other moms in person. It's especially beneficial to meet other moms in my community because it helps expand our network of friends, and allows me to get some social interaction with someone other than baby during the day.
One-on-one support.
I am incredibly lucky to live in an area with a Visiting Moms program. Each week, a mom comes to visit with me for an hour and we just chat and catch up. She checks in on me and how I'm doing and how things are going with Judah. She's not there to watch him or help me around the house; our visits are just for me so that I feel supported in my new motherhood experience. The amazing thing about this program: not only is my Visiting Mom volunteering her time, she'll be my dedicated volunteer until Judah turns a year old!
If you're a new mom, how are you finding support in your new motherhood journey?


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LAS VEGAS – The next ticket to the Floyd Mayweather Fantasy Camp, complete with a possible 12 rounds with the champ himself, is likely going to Danny Garcia.
That means a return to smack-talking at the weigh-in and shoving matches at the podium. It means a must-see Fight Week, at least until the bell rings.
Mayweather will next fight on the first weekend in May. "Cinco de Mayweather," he called it, after his soft-shoe decision over Canelo Alvarez Saturday.
Garcia was the warmup band and pulled off a unanimous decision over Lucas Matthysse, pushing his record to 27-0. He is 25, yet is 5-0 as a champ.
Yet Angel Garcia, Danny's father and trainer, is the entertainment channel on the Garcia network.
Angel promised to "cut my head off" if Garcia did not beat Matthyusse, who was favored. He criticized Argentineans who live in the U.S. and yet supported their native son Matthysse.
"You come to America and get that welfare check, that makes you an Americanito," said Angel, who came to Philadelphia from Puerto Rico.
A possible woof-off between Angel and Mayweather might be worth more Showtime airtime than the actual fight.
After Danny's victory, Angel called himself "the most underrated trainer" in boxing and Danny the most underrated fighter.
"If he fought Floyd it would be a holy war," Angel said. "They are both skilled and spiritual fighters. God put them both on the earth to do this."
Even Angel couldn't exaggerate how good Danny was Saturday. Matthysse doesn't just knock out people, he sends them to precautionary X-rays. He had early control with right hands against Garcia.
But then Garcia warmed up his jab, gauged Matthysse's power and fought without fear.
At some point in the sixth round Garcia's jab hit the "off" button in Matthysse's right eye.
"I saw him blinking, and then about 45 seconds later I saw his eye close and then begin to swell," Garcia said.
At those moments boxers have to turn predatory. There is no intent-to-injure penalty. Left hooks came out of the darkness and pounded Matthysse, and Garcia put him down in the 11th.
Afterward Matthysse was the one at the hospital, for a full body inspection.
Bernard Hopkins promotes Garcia, a fellow Philadelphian. Hopkins searched for a metaphor and, shockingly, found one in his own career.
"When I fought Felix Trinidad in 2001, everyone talked about his big left hand," said Hopkins, still relishing that upset.
"Tonight Danny took Lucas' gun away from him. He did it with a little bit of movement, and he took enough punches to prove he had a chin. It was a masterful performance. It was the signature fight for Danny that every fighter needs."
"He had never faced adversity," Garcia said simply. "He'd never had a whole fight of tough rounds, against a technical fighter. He's strong, but fighters are only as strong as you let them be. I felt his aggressiveness but not his power.
"I made him think, I know that. People think I'm flat-footed, but I moved my feet tonight. I guess it was the 'Philly' coming out in me."
Later, Garcia sent a message to his fans in a brand of Spanish he calls "Philly-Rican."
Garcia needed extra time to make the 140-pound limit Friday, and he has cleaned the house in that division anyway. A meeting with Mayweather at 147 makes as much sense as anything else.
"When you look at it," said Golden Boy CEO Richard Schaefer, who promotes Canelo, "you could put anybody, including the (heavyweight) Klitschkos, against Mayweather and get the same result."
Eventually Golden Boy might be setting up Mayweather with the winner of Adrien Broner's match with Marcos Maidana. Broner is young, undefeated and as mouthy and crude as the young Mayweather was.
Indeed, the new Nice Floyd is ladling the diplomacy too thickly, particularly when he says Canelo "is a great champion" and "is ready to carry the torch."
Unless one wanted to punish Mayweather for running out the clock, there was little justification for giving Canelo a single round.
Yet judge C.J. Ross gave him four of the final five and called it a draw. Ross also favored Bradley over Pacquiao last year.
"That card was a disgrace," said Schaefer, who, remember, is Canelo's guy.
Canelo connected on 22 percent of his punches and 15 percent of his jabs. Mayweather's figures were 46 and 43, plus 53 percent on power shots.
Mayweather claimed to have injured an elbow when colliding with Alvarez, which limited the snap on his jab. He also complimented Canelo on a good punch "to the thigh. I'm walking with a limp right now."
It has not slowed his long, final stroll in the slightest. Now it's time to invite Danny Garcia to the next Floyd Mayweather pro-am.
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Pacific Shaving Company
All Natural Shaving Products
Smooth Shaving
We're excited to share more products from Pacific Shaving. Particularly the Blade Oil. If you apply Blade Oil to your razor after use, it can last nearly twice as long. It's not the act of shaving that dulls the blade, it's water left on the blade that causes corrosion and can lead to nicks and cuts on your face. Blade Oil slows the effects of oxidation and extends blade life. You'll save money by buying fewer blades, and produce less waste for the landfill.
If you do happen to nick your skin, Pacific Shaving has a product for that, too. It's called the Nick Stick. The Nick Stick is a liquid roll-on (it dries clear) with aloe, vitamins A and E, and other good stuff that takes away the sting and promotes healing. It's a great thing to have around the house, not only for shaving mishaps but also for any scraped knees and cuts your kids might get.
The 3 Step Shaving Kit is the star of the lineup. The kit includes an pre-shave exfoliating wash, all natural shave cream, and a post-shave daily moisturizer. All three are made of natural and organic ingredients. The kit includes all you need for a smooth clean shaven face, with happy and healthy skin. Read More Read Less
Grommet Launch Conversation
Hello Daily Grommet friends! I am the founder of Pacific Shaving and very excited to be back here today to share and discuss Pacific Shaving's growing product line of natural and eco-friendly shaving essentials for men *and* women. Our product development guidelines follow three simple tenets. They must be good for the skin, good for the wallet and good for the earth. Simple, right? Looking forward to a lively online conversation today . Questions about our products? Shaving techniques? Corporate responsibility? Music? Wine? Nothing is off limits today - speak soon!
This is the second time that we are featuring Pacific Shaving's products which means we are retiring their first feature. We didn't want to lose the great comments from the first feature, so we have copied them below so we can continue the conversation here.
My husband swears by this. He won't shave for 2 weeks sometimes and this is the only product that doesn't leave him scarred, blotchy, or otherwise wanting to keep growing his beard! I use it now too and the one tiny bottle has lasted 6 months already between the 2 of us.
Judging by the number of ouches that I hear from the bathroom when my husband is shaving, I need to get this for him. Thanks for such an awesome demonstration, Jesse!
Hi Stan,
This oil looks good for my husband. One question on the Nick Stick... is it the same product as the styptic pencils my dad used to torture us with after our falls? Ouch!
@Janine, thanks so much for recommending this Grommet!
So who was the man in the mirror? I'm going to make my husband watch this one...I bet he'll be impressed!
@Katherine—the man in the mirror is Jesse from coBRANDit, who is normally BEHIND the camera. He shoots our videos and also edits them into what you see. (Which is always a big improvement over the raw material we give him.) @Janine….Yes!! thank you for suggesting this Grommet and for telling people how long it lasts. SIx months is impressive.
@everyone….new topic…we get the majority of our ideas from unsolicited suggestions. But I have a specific request: I am looking for a good dish drainer that I won't hate sitting out on my counter. Please send me any ideas. jules at dailygrommet.com
Hi Sarah. Yes. Essentially we've given the 150-year-old styptic pencil a face lift. The way we saw it, styptic pencils worked great but had three big flaws: After several uses they began to deteriorate and get disgusting, they left a chalky residue and they stung like heck!. The Nick Stick acts in exactly the same way as the styptic pencil, but is a liquid roll-on (with a cap!) and dries clear. It also has some vitamin A & E to promote healing and Aloe to soothe skin. Hope that helps.
How can you tell if you have enough oil to shave with? It looks like it's just clear ... and doesn't foam at all right? And would I have to use lots more to shave my legs with it? Love the idea and would love nothing better to get rid of those nasty cans of shaving cream that leave rust rings all over my shower!
Two things. First, I've been looking for a styptic pencil for weeks. Since no pharmacy I went into between here and Boston carried them, I figured the Massachusetts had made them illegal or something! (Like mecuricrome; But I've still got a bottle of that hidden away at the cottage in Maine!) So Stan I just ordered two of your sets, just to get the Nick Sticks; the shaving oil will be a bonus.
Second, this is my second order of the day on Grommet (bought one of those fish mobiles this morning, for said Maine cottage) and I was amazed at how streamlined Grommet's check out process has become!! I went from "thinking about ordering" to "confirmed order" in less than 45 seconds. Not good for controlling impulse buying! I just hope that tomorrow's grommet is something I have no need for!
Unquestionably the BEST shaving product I have ever used. I received my first batch of oil almost four years ago, and have never looked back. I'm a shower shaver and the comfort of this shave is unmatched. Do yourself a favor and try this product- it's amazing (and cost-effective)!
This is one of the best products I've ever used. I had given up on blade shaving with my tender skill and increased age. Just 8+ drops and my shave is close and smooth. In preparation just hold a warm or hot wet washcloth to your face. This product is wonderful and I've given it to my two boys.
Jeff and David: Thank you both for the kind words - made my day!
@David - that's exactly what I'm looking for. So, my son just started shaving and is blowing through the shaving cream. Is this a good idea for a beginner Stan or should I have him combine the 2 at first to wean him off the cream. (I want it for myself too - looks like it'll take up lots less space for business trips).
This is so funny! Look at all the men commenting. I'm more into this for myself - I think shaving cream dries my legs out, and I just end up using soap. I like what you said to Amy about the essential oils. Maybe I'll share with my husband - we'll see.
Hi Amy! Good question - and one we get a lot. Unfortunately, there's no easy answer, other than to say, less than you probably think. The essential oils really cover a lot of space and once you have it on your skin and running your hand over it, you'll be able to feel how slick it actually is. (btw, unlike foams/gels, water actually helps, making shaving in the bath/shower much easier). Here's what happens with all our customers though. The first few times they use it, they don't quite trust the lubrication, so you end up using more than you need (we're only talking drops here, but still). Over time, you'll find you need to use less until you find the right amount that's perfect for you. One more thing: the essential oils want to moisturize before they do anything. So, if your skin is dry or you're in a dry climate, you'll find you need to use some extra drops the first few times until your skin is more moisturized. After that, you'll be set. I shave my face and use between 6-15 drops, depending on the day. At that rate, the bottle usually lasts about four months for me. Does that help?
DJP: You won't be disappointed - in either product! Thanks and enjoy!
Hi Jeff. You could certainly use the oil as a pre-shave underneath the cream for an added layer of protection, but I would go straight to the oil. Here's why: your son will be able to *see* where he's shaving ; he can get his sideburns even, easily avoid any blemishes and jaw/chin areas that are prone to nicks. The nice thing about the oil is that he can just run his hand over his skin to feel for stubble he may have missed.
Hi Ann. Thanks for chiming in. Almost half of our customers are women, actually, so you'd be in good company. Don't share with your husband, you'll never get it back.
I just made my first Grommet purchase! Am looking forward to a nice smooth shave.
@Jeff, congrats on your first Grommet purchase! Try this great product out, and let us know what you think. Like Stan told DJP, you won't be disappointed.
Thanks Stan! Definitely helpful info - appreciate your detailed reply.
Given the strength of all these testimonials, how could I NOT try this out...can't wait!
I live in the UK and had the shave oil shipped over. It's wonderful stuff and great service from Pacific Shaving Company. Give it a try. You won't be sorry.
You have a GREAT!!!! product I have been using it for a couple of years now and can't seem to do with out it. I tried something else about six months ago and went right back to Pacific Shaving Oil.
I have just returned from a trip. I tried to pack light and so didn't have any shaving cream--and ended up shaving my legs with hotel trial size conditioner. Not a great solution! Your timing is perfect--I have just ordered the Shaving Oil so I can travel next time with a quality AND easy-to-pack product.
I have used this product for years now and LOVE LOVE LOVE it! I haven't figured out why they don't market to women - it's perfect for legs, underarms and bikini area. You'll never get an ingrown hair again!! It leaves your skin soft and silky smooth. Try it, I know you will like it!
Mike - thanks so much for the comment and continued support! Any suggestions to others about how many drops you typically use?
Hi Anne. You'll love having the shaving oil in your toiletry kit for travel. The nice thing is that it really is 'trial' size, but it packs the punch of a full can of shaving cream - and then some! (TSA-friendly size means you can carry it on, too!). btw, I have found myself in the same spot as you and agree - hotel conditioner is not ideal. But if you're truly stuck, it's about the best alternative option. (a little McGyver moment for everyone!)
Hi Yvette. Thanks (3x!) for the nice words. It's great to see that once folks try our product, they stick with it. The word is definitely starting to get out there to women! More to come...
David P - Thanks for (continuing to) make the virtual trip over 'the pond' for your shaving purchases. We'll do our best to ensure you keep wanting to come back.
I received it very quickly after purchase and have been using it for several days now. It is excellent! Never needed the Nick Stick until this morning and only then for a small nick. The 'stick' is really a little roller with liquid and it worked wonderfully.
Jeffrey - thanks for checking back in and glad to hear you're enjoying your purchase. Now let's see how long the bottle lasts!
I have ordered quite a few Grommets from Daily Grommet, and I have yet to be disappointed. However, two stand out as "Wows" for me. The first was the set of silicon measuring cups, which you featured. I use them almost every day--they are simply much better than my old Pryex ones which are gathering dust http://www.thegrommet.com/products/16-iSi-Flex-It-Measuring-Cup-Set.
The second "Wow" is this shaving oil. I was skeptical but decided to order it based on the very strong customer testimonials. Even so, I remained a skeptic till I used it (a much better shave!) and even until the day after (no irritation).
Kudos to your team for consistently finding cool and useful items--and especially those that "Wow".
Thanks for such an incredibly nice comment, Drew.
I am glad to hear we've exceeded your expectations.
Here's hoping you never need to use the Nick Stick!
Update: I tried the oil and was surprised at the results--compared to shaving cream it feels like you have nothing on your legs, yet the shave is smoother and longer-lasting. The next time I used both the oil and shaving cream (old habits...) and have never had a closer shave. Now I will keep a bottle in my travel kit AND in the shower. The Pacific Oil and the DERMAdoctor Body Scrub (January 16) are two Grommets that have permanently changed my daily routine. Thanks!
Great update, Anne. Thanks for sharing with the DG community. I'm sure hotel hair conditioners around the globe are collectively sighing in relief!
On the day it was featured by Daily Grommet I bought two of these -- one for home; one for my travel kit -- more for the nick stick than anything else. (I'd been looking for a styptic pencil for weeks and could not find one. Have the become illegal, like mercurochrome?) Someone else in my home (who shall remain nameless) tried the 'shaving cream' and they liked it so much I've not seen it since. But the nick stick stayed in its package in my bath. Just last week, I noticed the unopened nick stick and realized how long it had been since I'd nicked myself shaving. Well the very next day, I gouged myself (not just a nick) while shaving. Ripped open the nick stick and I was amazed that it worked on such a deep cut. It did sting -- I guess it was working so hard. This really is a great product.
Des - Thanks so much for the update - almost five months later! Sorry to hear you needed the Nick Stick at all, but even happier it could be an arm's length away in your time of need. Now if you can just get that shaving oil back from "that nameless person" you'll be all set! Thanks for your vocal support... We (and Daily Grommet) have the greatest customers...
I was searching for an organic shaving oil and stumbled upon Pacific Shaving Company's All Natural Shaving Oil. I have tried many products for shaving, but the All Natural Shaving Oil is the best product I have ever used! Not only do I use it on my face, I also shave my head with it.
The only thing bad about the shaving oil is that I have only been able to find it at one location. Not to mention, the location only stocks a small amount and runs out frequently.
I can't say enough about Pacific Shaving Company's All Natual Shaving Oil.
Just want to say I have used the shaving oil for nearly a year. I'm back to buy the combo kit. :-)
I ordered the shaving oil last year and loved it. But my wife took it, liked it, and never gave it back. So I just ordered the large size (and I'll make sure I greet the UPS driver at the curb so my wife never knows about this.) And the blade oil sounds great. I need to change my blade but I'll wait until the blade oil arrives so I can start with a new blade. Glad to see you guys featured again on Grommet.
I began using this oil a few years ago after imagining what I wanted in a shaving product than searching high and low until I found this. I love how well it works, how little space it takes up, and how long it lasts. Some time ago I accidentally left a bottle at my parents' house and learned on a later visit that my dad had become a convert. Good stuff.
@David - We're adding new retailers almost daily, so don't give up yet! Today's deal is a good opportunity to stock up until we can get more options for you locally. If you let me know your city and state, I'll see if I can make sure the shelves are stocked in the future!
Love the transportability of the PSC stuff. Perfect for going through airport security. The Nick stick is a godsend. I will definitely start breaking it out for my 3 kids daily scrapes. thats ingenious.
@Craig: Did your initial purchase last you the whole year? Wow! We know that tiny bottle lasts deceptively long, but a full year may be a record. Thanks for the repeat business...
I see some comments ask how much to use. I use 6 drops unless I haven't shaved in *several* days. I am also a shower shaver, so that helps with moisture as well.
@DJP: Funny comment. (I bet you would be a hero if you bought two bottles...) You are going to love the Blade Oil. Once you've had a chance to use it - try to come back here and post some comments in a few weeks. I'll still be here!
@Chris - That's actually how I started Pacific Shaving in the first place: imagining what I wanted in a shaving product, realizing it didn't exist and then developing it myself! I even think my dad may have stolen the first prototype!
Here's a question for the group: What's your best shaving tip?
(and where are all the women out there? These products aren't just for men!)
I love this stuff. It is the only product that prevents me from getting ingrown hairs. I have to shave everyday for work and it is not harsh to my face.
I love the idea of keeping blades going longer! Have you ever noticed that the razor companies will give you a razor practically for free (through promotions) because they know you'll spend a fortune on the replacement blades! Way to foil their gig Stan!
I've been using the shaving oil for years. It is fantastic.
@Tom: Glad you brought up the airport security thing. Good opportunity to reinforce that every product in the line fits within TSA carry-on restrictions (<3 oz). You get the benefits of travel-size packaging combined with full-size product.
@CV - Thanks for adding that. It's always one of the first questions I get. And people are always skeptical when I say 6-8 drops. In truth, it depends on a few things, including coarseness of your hair, length between shaves and even climate (dry winter months may mean slightly more drops). But if you're shaving almost every day, one will find that they end up right about where you said.
@Mike: Yes, those who suffer from ingrowns (myself included) know what a bear they can be. The shaving oil does help. It keeps the hair follicle moisturized/supple so it can grow out of the skin immediately after the shave. If the follicle is dry (and at a microscopic level, sharp from the blade cut), it's got more of an opportunity to curl back around and grow down/sideways. Of course - only shave with the grain too. Sounds like you've already got this figured out though! Thanks for adding to the discussion. Quick question: how many blades do you use on your razor?
@Donald - Thanks for the continued loyalty. That speaks volumes. We'll continue to innovate!
I have been using the Pacific Shaving Oil for almost two years. I have never found a more smooth and nick free shave product around to compare with Pacific Shaving Oil. Continue the good work!!
@Bob - Thank you for saying that. It made my day!
I have used this oil for 6 years, before that I wore a beard for 30 years, hated shaving blade or electric. When I turned 50 my wife told me I would look younger if I lost the beard with all the gray, so in a rare moment of vanity off came the beard. And for 3 months I suffered with nicks and the shaving rash on my neck then my brother told me about Pacific Shaving Company and its shaving oil. Truly an excellent product, have never had a nick and no more rashes. Glad to see you have developed a new way to apply the oil. The old way made the pads on three and four blade razors swell, going to give it try. I rarely endorse a product I do not represent but Pacific Shaving Oil is truly a top shelf product.
@jlb: The patent pending application of the Blade Oil really does make a difference. Without it, those "comfort strips" become uncomfortable quickly. Honored to have you as a satisfied, loyal customer for so long. Thank you. (Sounds to me like we need to find a way to *have* you represent Pacific Shaving!)
Been using your shaving oil for years...A totally GREAT product.
John - Glad to have you as a longstanding member of the Pacific Shaving revolution!
I have used the shaving oil for several years. It is fantastic and I never want to go back to the shaving cream again. My skin is much softer and nourished by the oil rather than dried out by soapy cream.
Am a big fan of the little bottle of shave oil -- great for travel. But have now added shave cream. Great texture and a fantastic refreshing citrus smell. Now your blade oil is keeping my blade lasting longer. It really works. Love your products. Thanks!
I've been using the shaving oil for a couple of years now and love it. In December, I tried the shaving cream and love it even more! I'm going to use the cream at home and use the shaving oil on the road. I JUST started using the blade oil, so the jury is still out on that, but if history is any predictor- it's gonna rock too.
@David - You look 10 years younger! (Just felt like that was probably an appropriate/accurate reply).
@Russ - Thanks for the great comments. For those of you who can't smell through the computer, the faint citrus scent is a blend of citrus essential oils, including bergamot and tangerine peel. Fades quickly. By the time you're done shaving, you can't even smell it.
@Lee: No Nick Stick for you? You probably don't need it! I can't wait to hear what you think about the Blade Oil. I hope you'll find your way back here to comment once you've had some time with it.
never stop amazing me with the great products you come up with. I've been using your shaving oil for over 5yrs now; those bad shaves I used to have with shaving foams are now a distant memory!! And the bottle size is just perfect to take anywhere - backcountry skiing, hiking, sailing, or just when you head off to another damn work conference. LOVE YA WORK!!!!
@Bettsy: Good on you! Travel size is especially good for trips to visit friends halfway around the world...
My husband first used your shave oil and loved it so I tried it. I also love it and now our 13 year old daughter is using it. She has never experienced the bad shaves with shave foam. We'll have to try the blade oil now.Thanks.
Hey, Stan! Just wanted to check in and say that I'm in my fourth year of happily using the Pacific Shave Oil product. I use it as my stand-alone daily shave prep. Although it does take a bit of a leap of faith at first -- the most efficacious use of PSO is achieved by using it "instead of," rather than "in addition to" -- other shaving creams, preps, lathers, etc. By using it alone, razor burn becomes a thing of the past! I may have to segue to an electric razor soon, and I expect PSO will be good for that mode of shaving as well?! Keep up the good work!
@Ina: Thanks for chiming in - and glad to have some ladies join the discussion! (Believe it or not, almost a third of our customers are women.)
@Keith: Thanks for taking that initial leap of faith four years ago and glad to hear it continues to live up to your expectations. Hoping your words (and those of everyone else on this board) will inspire others to become first-timers/long-timers too.
My husband used to shave only every couple of days. His face would get red and irritated no matter what shave cream or blade he used. An electric shaver would do an okay job for a month or so, but the price made it ridiculous to maintain. I ordered your oil and he LOVES it. He can shave every day and his skin is clear and smooth. No more razor burn when he kisses me! I LOVE it too!!
I am enjoying using the shaving oil. Still have a little more before I order more. Good luck!
@Craig: Good to hear it! Thanks for the note.
Great products, used 'em since I first bought through Grommet maybe a year ago, perfect for travel too since the size complies with airport restrictions. Definitely recommend it!
@Bebe - We talk about our products as being: "Good for the skin. Good for the wallet. Good for the earth." Maybe we should add: "Good for kissing" Congratulate your husband for me on marrying such a smart woman.
@Jeff C: Glad to hear Daily Grommet brought you to us. How long do you think your first purchase has lasted you?
Based on the comment of Ann above, I now used the oil under shaving cream. The result is amazing. The closest, longest-lasting shave. And baby-soft skin. The 2 oz bottle is lasting forever.
@DJP It's great to see members of our community benefiting from each others' experiences, thanks for stopping back!
@DJP - thanks for your great follow-up comments. Glad to hear you're enjoying the shaving oil, of course. How has the Nick Stick worked out for you (or do you no longer have a need for it)?
@Stan, the Nick Stick has been tremendous. I bought the original Grommet for the stick and not the oil. (I had not been able to find anything like this for years.) I do not need to use it often, but when I do the stick is a miracle. Both the stick and the oil are in my "Top Ten Grommets" list.
@DJP. I have a hard time narrowing down to my Top *100* Grommets so I am honored to have Pacific Shaving make your Top 10 list. Happy shaving!
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