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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida State head coach Jimbo Fisher has tabbed Alabama secondary coach Jeremy Pruitt as the new defensive coordinator for the Seminoles. Pruitt becomes just the third defensive coordinator in the last 28 years at FSU and replaces Mark Stoops who was named head coach at the University of Kentucky.
"I'm very excited to add Jeremy to our staff," Fisher said. "He brings a lot to the table. He's one of the bright young coaches in college football. He's done an outstanding job at Alabama and in the past as a great high school coach. He's also a good recruiter, but most importantly of all, he's a great person. I'm really looking forward to him coming to Florida State and helping us to continue achieving the success that we've had and will continue to have. We're very fortunate to be adding him to our program."
"This is a great opportunity for me to join another one of the top college football programs in the country and take over as defensive coordinator for one of the best defenses out there," Pruitt said. "I really appreciate Coach Fisher and his staff in welcoming me to the Seminole family. I've enjoyed my time at Alabama and am grateful to Coach Saban and my Crimson Tide family for their support in preparing me as I begin the next chapter in my coaching career."
Pruitt, 38, has spent the last three seasons directing one of the best defensive backfields in the country for one of the nation's best defenses. Since Pruitt has coached the secondary at Alabama, the Crimson Tide has ranked in the top 10 in pass efficiency defense and top 15 in pass defense in all three seasons while also ranking in the top five in total defense and scoring defense. Pruitt also has been recognized as a tremendous recruiter. He was named as "National Recruiter of the Year" by 247Sports.com last year in helping Alabama land the No. 1 recruiting class in the nation.
"Jeremy did an outstanding job for us and the opportunity for him to become the defensive coordinator at Florida State is well deserved," Alabama head football coach Nick Saban said. "We always want our coaches to grow and advance in the profession and Jeremy has worked very hard through the years to earn this opportunity and put himself in this situation. We appreciate all that he has done to contribute to the success we've had at Alabama and wish him the best in his new role."
Pruitt has made an impact in Tuscaloosa his last two seasons. In 2012, Alabama ranks No. 6 in pass defense yielding just 166.23 yards per game and No. 8 nationally in pass efficiency defense (101.56) while also leading the nation in total defense (246.00 ypg), rushing defense (79.77 yards per game) and ranking second in scoring defense (10.69 points per game). In 2011, Alabama not only led the nation in pass defense (111.46 ypg) and pass efficiency defense (83.69 ypg), but the Crimson Tide led the nation in rushing defense, total defense and scoring defense on its way to winning the BCS National Championship.
A former defensive back with the Crimson Tide, Pruitt's knowledge on defense has helped Alabama to two Southeastern Conference Championships, two BCS National championship game berths and one BCS national title in the last three years. His secondary in 2011 produced three NFL draft picks in first rounders safety Mark Barron (No. 7 pick by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers) and cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick (No. 17 pick by the Cincinnati Bengals). Cornerback DeQuan Menzie was taken in the fifth round by the Kansas City Chiefs.
In 2012, Pruitt's secondary overcame the loss of three NFL Draft picks to become one of the best in the nation. Junior cornerback Dee Milliner led the group with 51 tackles, 18 pass breakups and two interceptions en route to earning first-team All-America honors. A finalist for the Jim Thorpe Award, Milliner ranks third nationally in passed defended with 1.67 per game.
The 2011 Alabama secondary was one of the best in the nation, boasting a pair of AFCA first-team All-Americans in Barron, a finalist for the Thorpe Award, and Menzie. Kirkpatrick made it three first-team All-Americans in the secondary when he and Barron received that honor from the FWAA.
Pruitt took over the Alabama secondary following the 2009 National Championship and the loss of three starters in the backfield. Under the tutelage of Pruitt, a young group came together quickly and helped Alabama lead the SEC in total defense, scoring defense and pass efficiency defense. The Crimson Tide finished 13th nationally in pass defense yielding 176.23 yards per game and sixth in pass efficiency defense (103.54) while Alabama ranked third nationally in scoring defense (13.54 ppg), fifth in total defense (286.38) and 10th in rushing defense (110.15 ypg). The 2010 secondary was anchored by Barron, who was named a first-team FWAA All-American. Barron led the Tide with 75 tackles in 12 games in 2010. Robert Lester also had a significant impact at safety earning second-team Walter Camp All-American honors while ranking second nationally with eight interceptions. At corner, Kirkpatrick was a second-team All-SEC pick, while Milliner was a freshman All-American and freshman All-SEC selection.
Pruitt joined the Alabama staff as Director of Player Development in 2007 after a successful stint as an assistant coach at Hoover (Ala.) High School. At Hoover, he served for three seasons as defensive backs coach with the final two as the defensive coordinator. He tutored a defense that helped the Bucs reach the Class 6A state championship in 2004, 2005 and 2006, winning titles in 2004 and 2005. Pruitt served as an assistant coach under his father, Dale Pruitt, at Fort Payne High School from 2001-03.
Pruitt began his coaching career as a student assistant coach at Alabama during the 1997 season, working under defensive backs coach Curley Hallman. After one year on the UA staff, Pruitt joined his father's staff at Plainview High School as defensive backs coach and defensive coordinator in 1998 and 2000. He spent one season as defensive backs coach at the University of West Alabama, where he earned his bachelor's degree in 1999.
During his collegiate career, Pruitt played at both Middle Tennessee and Alabama. He began his career coaching under legendary coach Boots Donnelly at Middle Tennessee, where he earlier was a two-year starter at safety and cornerback for the Blue Raiders.
After his sophomore season, Pruitt transferred to Alabama where he played two seasons under Gene Stallings. As a junior, Pruitt played in nine games and appeared in seven more games as a senior backup defensive back. He was a member of Alabama's 1996 SEC Western Division championship team that beat Michigan 17-13 in the Outback Bowl in Tampa.
A two-time all-state defensive back, Pruitt helped Plainview (Ala.) High School to compile a 48-8 record during his four-year career. He earned all-state honors in both 1991 and 1992.


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Product lifecycle management or PLM was once a niche discipline confined to engineers, but has been transformed by digital technology. Now many sales, operations and customer service executives depend on it.
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Small and Mid-sized Businesses (SMBs) have many compliance requirements levied upon them by regulators, industry, and customers. SMB manufacturers have the difficult job of interpreting each requirement and deciding when compliance is enough, and when additional investment and effort are warranted. One such requirement is ISO 9001 – the quality management backbone for many manufacturers – and the new ISO 9001:2015 update. ISO 9001 is a contractual requirement for certain industries and customers, and SMB suppliers to these industries and customers must be recertified to ISO 9001:2015 by October 2018.
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This article is based on data from a recent LNS Research report titled, An Enterprise Approach to Quality for SMB Discrete Manufacturers, and focuses on the key reasons SMBs should consider leveraging PLM for quality management. Taking this approach can help manufacturers produce higher quality products, gain a significant competitive advantage, and meet their overall quality objectives. By implementing a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, companies both large and small, benefit by simplifying and shortening each phase of the product development process. Due to their focus on product development and engineering, discrete manufacturers in the small-to-medium sized space (SMB) typically adopt a PLM system to support best in class engineering processes and to address challenges with continual new product introductions, shorter product lifecycles and shrinking profit margins. Yet, due to budget restraints, quality processes are often managed manually with in-house tools such as Excel spreadsheets.
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Configuration Management Benchmark Report
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Why mortgage rates rose as the 10-year bond sold offBy Brent Nyitray, CFA, MBA
Every week, the Mortgage Bankers Association (or MBA) puts out an index of mortgage application activity
Mortgage applications are relevant to a number of industries—from banks to non-banks, to mortgage REITs like Annaly (NLY) and American Capital (AGNC), to homebuilders like KB Home (KBH), Lennar (LEN), and Toll Brothers (TOL). This series will break down the different indices and help you learn what insight you can glean from them. If you're a bank, you're looking at these indices and trying to determine whether you're competitive in all the segments you want to be competitive in. If you're a non-bank, you might be looking to see if you're gaining share or losing share. If you're a mortgage REIT, you're focusing on the refinance index and what it might mean for prepayments going forward. And if you're a homebuilder, you're watching the purchase index as a way to gauge future demand.
Mortgage rates fall slightly as bonds yields increase
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rose 2 basis points, from 4.15% to 4.17%, while the ten-year bond yield rose 11 basis points after some weaker economic data. The Fed decided to start tapering at the December FOMC meeting and reduced its pace of purchases by $5 billion a month. It made similar moves at every subsequent FOMC meeting. Given how much issuance has fallen, the Fed's footprint was getting bigger even though it wasn't increasing its purchases. It made sense for the Fed to reduce purchases. The fear, of course, is that the absence of Fed activity will make mortgage rates rise even if the ten-year yield stays the same.
Mortgage banking has become a lot more competitive as rates had increased. The refinance business has fallen off a cliff and bankers are cutting employees and rates. This is affecting REITs that have banking exposure, like PennyMac (PMT), Nationstar (NSM), and Redwood Trust (RWT). Nationstar reported disappointing earnings, but Redwood performed better. The large banks reported volumes down nearly a third from Q4 to Q1. It's so competitive in the jumbo space that the rate on jumbo loans has actually fallen below the conforming rate. That said, servicing has become a valued commodity, which helps Ocwen (OCN), although it's facing heavy scrutiny from regulators. As rates have stabilized, they've helped even agency REITs with heavy leverage and duration exposure like Annaly (NLY) and American Capital Agency (AGNC).


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A previously injured North Atlantic right whale that was last seen injured in January has been resighted by a team of marine biologists on Cape Cod.
'Wart' had been spotted critically injured with her newborn calf near the Pilgrim Nuclear Power Plant on Jan. 12. They were seen again by a commercial fishing boat on the northern tip of Cape Cod on Jan. 28 but then disappeared.
Biologists were concerned with Wart's health and unsure if the unnamed newborn whale could survive the near-freezing waters of a New England winter.
On Thursday, New England Aquarium scientists were doing research among a group of 25 to 30 right whales that had gathered to feed on some zooplankton near the ocean's surface about 4 miles north of the Cape Cod Canal, just east of Plymouth, when the pair were thought to be spotted.
After examining both head and tail markings, the mother and calf were positively identified. Biologists said both appeared to be in good condition.
"The exciting sighting answered the question of whether a newborn whale calf can survive in the freezing winter waters of the North Atlantic," said Tony LaCasse of the New England Aquarium. "That answer is yes, but no one knows if and how long Wart and her calf remained here."
The Provincetown-based Center for Coastal Studies conducted surveys of Cape Cod Bay over much of the winter and did not see her again. When the pair were last seen rounding the tip of Cape Cod in late January, some aquarium staff speculated that Wart's traditional maternal instincts had finally kicked in, and that she was heading south to warmer waters, but it was unclear how far.


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Inspire students' creativity, collaboration, and community in this lesson using the bilingual children's book Family Pictures/Cuadros de Familia by Carmen Lomas Garza. After a read-aloud and analysis of this book about a Mexican American family, students write descriptions of the book's pictures and discuss what family traditions are. They then create a class book, which includes their artwork, information about their ancestral countries, descriptions of their own unique family traditions, and family recipes. The final community-building activity is a class potluck where students share both a special food and the class book with their families and peers.
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Upper gastrointestinal (UGI) endoscopy is a test that allows the doctor to look at the interior lining of the upper digestive tract (the esophagus, stomach, and upper end of the small intestine) through a thin, flexible viewing instrument called an endoscope. The tip of the endoscope is inserted through the mouth and then gently advanced down the throat into the esophagus, stomach, and upper small intestine (duodenum).
Through the endoscope, the doctor can look for ulcers, inflammation, tumors, infection, or bleeding. Tissue samples can be collected (for biopsy), polyps can be removed, and bleeding can be treated through the endoscope. Endoscopy can reveal problems that do not show up on X-ray tests and can sometimes eliminate the need for exploratory surgery.
Current as of: August 12, 2019
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine & Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine & Jerome B. Simon, MD, FRCPC, FACP - Gastroenterology
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As any child of the 80s will know, music videos used to be something special, to be cherished and admired while watching The Chart Show on a Saturday morning (in the UK) and MTV if you were a bit fancier.
Of all the great 80s music videos, Ah-Ha's Take On Me surely classes in the top ten most technically brilliant, and so with that in mind, I present this wonderful Dr Who themed homage which just about makes up for all the damage to my childhood that Michael Bay has wrought!
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[UPDATE: This story was originally published on November 28.]
Some say that the tall and gorgeous move to NYC to storm catwalks, while the short and stunning move to L.A. to act. And sure, we're not bumping into 6'3" drop-dead gorgeous gazelles on every street corner, but when all's said and done, SoCal's no slouch in the looks department.
All it takes is one swirl through our sceniest establishments (the Chateau, BOA, or Soho House, if you're lucky!), to realize that our fair city lays claim to some serious strutters — we're talking Alexa- and Agnes-level mugs and moxie. From ladies who've walked Chanel haute couture shows to dudes who book Gap gigs while moonlighting in punk bands, we've rounded up 13 of L.A.'s prettiest faces. So, take a gander, then keep a close eye on these local lookers — it's only a matter of time before they'll be globe-trotting and gaining international acclaim!
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Porsche 918 Supecar Details:
- 887hp, 944 lb-ft | 0-60mph in 2.5sec | Top speed 211mph
- Carbon fiber structure | Plug-in hybrid | All-wheel drive
- 608hp V8 in rear with 156hp electric motor
- Carbon-ceramic brakes | Hybrid braking | Rear wheel steer
- 7-speed PDK dual-clutch transaxle | 129hp electric motor in front with its own transmission for all-wheel drive
- Lightweight Weissach Package option tested
- Five drive modes allowing fully electric or hybrid drive
- PASM adaptive damping
- Electric rear sterring, electro-mechanical front steering
- 7hr battery recharge from 110V AC supply
- Active aerodynamics
Pros: Design and Performance | Cons: Price
Nine hundred and forty four pound-feet of torque crushes the competition. Yet Porsche's engineering team downplays the output of the 918 Spyder; the automaker's first new supercar since the Carrera GT was discontinued in 2006. Instead, the men in white lab coats speak about the challenge, and eventual success, of building a new flagship supercar embedded with technology that will serve as the company's gene pool for many decades to come.
The 918 Spyder program was launched in the summer of 2010 and, in short order, a low-slung carbon-bodied coupe was spotted testing. Details leaked of the mule's plug-in hybrid, all-wheel drive powertrain, active aerodynamics and motorsport innovation. Finally, at the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show, Porsche revealed the 918 Spyder supercar had lapped the Nordschleife in 6:57min - setting a new world record for a production vehicle in the process.
See this Porsche plug-in hybrid supercar make history: Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid Breaks 7-Minute Nurburgring Record
But it would be months before those not on the company's payroll would be invited to slip behind the three-spoke wheel, snug themselves into the thinly padded carbon fiber bucket seat, insert the key and mash the accelerator to the floor.
The heart of the 918 Spyder is its innovative all-wheel drive propulsion system. Nestled low, just aft of the driver in the carbon fiber tub, is a race-bred, dry-sumped, 4.6-liter V8 that develops 608hp. Sandwiched between it and the seven-speed PDK dual-clutch gearbox is a 156hp electric motor. One or both can drive the rear wheels.
The front wheels are powered by a separate 129hp electric motor, able to operate independently or in conjunction with the rear engines, based on demand.
The total system power is rated at 887hp, with an extraordinary 944 lb-ft of torque - most of the legendary Porsche race car models haven't been this powerful!
Ensuring the supercar power remains accessible is the adaptive damping of the Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM). Electro-mechanical steering systems, on both the front and rear axles, improve agility and stability (the rears turn up to 3? in either direction with electric assistance).
The braking system is hybrid, exclusively employing regenerative resistance up to 0.5g of deceleration. Above that threshold, the Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) package, hidden inside the staggered 20 and 21" wheels, provides mechanical clamping on the drilled rotors.
Battery-powered hybrids are notoriously heavy, but Porsche worked feverishly to keep weight to a minimum. Yet even with comprehensive use of carbon fiber, titanium and forged aluminum, the 918 tips the scales at 3692 lb - you can blame 304 lb of that on the liquid-cooled lithium-ion traction battery pack alone.
Yet the mass is placed strategically low (the center of gravity is no higher than the hubs of the center-lock wheels) and carefully balanced (43/57 front-to-rear weight distribution) to produce what Porsche calls "no-compromise driving dynamics."
The options list is short, but a "must-have" is the $84000 Weissach Package, which replaces the leather upholstery with lightweight alcantara, substituting aluminum interior trim for carbon fiber, removing sound insulation, adding magnesium wheels and upgrading the exterior aerodynamics, among other things. This sheds an additional 90 lb compared to the standard model.
Performance is spectacular. With launch control, Porsche conservatively states the Weissach model will hit 60mph in 2.5sec, with the instrument panel's digital speedometer reading 186mph just 19.9sec after initial launch. The quarter-mile is devoured in 9.9sec at 146mph, which equals or betters the best from Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren and even Bugatti.
There are five drive modes - E-Power, Hybrid, Sport Hybrid, Race Hybrid and Hot Lap (listed in order of ferocity), which are selected from a steering wheel-mounted dial. They allow the operator to choose how the gasoline-electric hybrid will delegate and consume available power. The first two modes are optimized for public roads, providing 19 miles of combustion-free range, and efficiency unheard of in a supercar. In fact, it's predicted that when the EPA releases figures, the 918 should make a BMW 128i look like a gas-guzzler.
The real treat ensues when any of the last three modes are engaged, and Spain's Circuit de Valencia was chosen to display the 918's prowess, with the two-seater attacking the F1 training ground with a vengeance.
The V8 runs constantly in these three performance modes, with the top-mounted titanium exhaust ports bellowing hot gas with a wicked soundtrack, barely inches behind the driver's ears.
Acceleration is hallucinatory when the combustion engine and twin electric motors are all focused on the same objective.
Cornering is remarkably tame, despite the very high g-forces, because the all-wheel drive, rear-wheel steering and sophisticated electronics manage available grip, making it seem almost benign. The driver is left to focus on the apex, using the sharp steering to put the grippy Michelins on the edge of the track.
Inevitably, oversteer is easy to induce, but a quick steering ratio ensures that a flick of the wrist pulls the tail back in when the throttle is prodded. Even at the limit of adhesion, running over the painted curbs, does little to unsettle the chassis. The suspension tuning is simply superb.
Braking is nothing less than fascinating, with the transition from engine drag to mechanical deceleration seamlessly executed even under heavy or rapid-fire modulation.
Overall, it's hard to fault the machine's supercar demeanor. Despite its prodigious power, mechanical complexity and unnerving sticker price, its on-road behavior is as amicable as a VW Golf. Even the 911 Turbo S is more challenging to drive at high-speed on a track.
A short, three-year gestation didn't result in any compromises from the automaker - the Porsche 918 Spyder will truly arrive as the most technically advanced and polished supercar on the planet.
Tech Spec
2015 Porsche 918 Spyder with Weissach Package
Layout front-mounted electric motor, rear-mounted gasoline engine and electric motor, AWD
Engine 4.6-liter V8 32v direct injection, dry-sumped, plus two permanent-magnet AC synchronous motors, liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery pack
Drivetrain seven-speed PDK dual-clutch rear transmission, separate gearbox for electric front motor
Brakes six-piston Acid Green calipers, 410mm carbon-ceramic drilled rotors f, four-piston, 390mm r
Suspension double wishbones f, multi-link r, electric rear steering
Wheels & Tires 20x9.5" f, 21x12.5" r magnesium wheels, 265/35 f, 325/30 R21 r Michelin tires
Exterior CFRP monocoque, aluminum crash structure, Porsche Active Aerodynamics, Targa roof
Max V8 Power 608hp at 8700rpm
Max Rear Electric Power 156hp
Max Front Electric Power 129hp
Max Combined Power 887hp
Max V8 Torque 398 lb-ft at 6700rpm
Max Combined Torque 944 lb-ft
0-60mph 2.5sec
Top Speed 211mph
Weight 3602 lb
Economy TBC


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SAP flashed a bit of thigh today, with one of its co-founders saying the company could just possibly be open to being bought and then detailing his three most likely suitors.
And Oracle ain't one of 'em.
SAP chairman Hassno Plattner, who still owns 12 per cent of the company and is the only founder still involved with the firm, told the Financial Times that the company was open to being bought out by one of the US technology giants.
"If shareholders think that a combination, and no independence, is better, then it will happen."
Plattner drew up a dance card for the firm, consisting of IBM, Microsoft and Google. "I don't see anyone else," he told the FT.
Plattner then went all coy, straightening the corporate skirt, crossing his ankles and insisting there were no current talks with anyone.
SAP has already flirted with Microsoft in the past, when Oracle was otherwise engaged sucking up PeopleSoft and anyone else it could get its hands on. The talks came to naught, only due to the "complexity" of the deal and subsequent integration.
On Big Blue, Plattner said, "I do not want to say that I dislike IBM so much that I could not imagine such a scenario at all." We think that sounds like a definitely maybe.
SAP and Microsoft/IBM both make sense in a corporate, two grown-ups settling down together kind of way.
So far, no-one has caught the venerable German firm making cow eyes at those Google upstarts. Until today, that is.
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WHEREAS: it is necessary to amend the composition of the membership of the task force;
NOW THEREFORE I, M.J. "MIKE" FOSTER, JR., Governor of the State of Louisiana, by virtue of the authority vested by the Constitution and laws of the State of Louisiana, do hereby order and direct as follows:
SECTION 1: Section 4 of Executive Order MJF 98-1 is amended as follows:
The task force shall be composed of at least 14 members appointed by and serving at the pleasure of the governor. The membership of the task force shall be selected as follows:
SECTION 2: All other Sections and Subsections of Executive Order MJF 98-1 shall remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 3: The provisions of this Order are effective upon signature and shall remain in effect until amended, modified, terminated, or rescinded by the governor, or terminated by operation of law.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have set my hand officially and caused to be affixed the Great Seal of the State of Louisiana, at the Capitol, in the City of Baton Rouge, on this 22nd day of January, 1998.
M.J. "Mike" Foster, Jr.
Fox McKeithen
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"All Other" titles represent occupations with a wide range of characteristics which do not fit into one of the detailed O*NET-SOC occupations. O*NET data is not available for this type of title.
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|Projected growth (2018-2028)
|Faster than average (7% to 10%)
|Projected job openings (2018-2028)
|State trends
|Top industries (2018)
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2019 wage data and 2018-2028 employment projections . "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2018-2028). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.


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UEFA Europa League by numbers
Thursday 16 May 2013
Article summary
From Rafael Benítez's record-breaking triumph to a long-awaited win for A. Académica de Coimbra and Edinson Cavani's scoring exploits, UEFA.com has the numbers that matter.
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UEFA.com brings you the key numbers from this season's UEFA Europa League after Chelsea FC triumphed in Amsterdam, becoming the first team to hold both of UEFA's major club trophies at the same time.
Rafael Benítez is just the fourth coach to win the UEFA Cup/UEFA Europa League twice, and the second to do it with different clubs following his 2004 success with Valencia CF. The Chelsea manager joins fellow Spaniards Juande Ramos (Sevilla FC 2006, 2007) and Luis Molowny (Real Madrid CF 1985, 1986) as two-time winners, as well as Italy's Giovanni Trapattoni (Juventus 1977, 1993, FC Internazionale Milano 1991), the only coach to lift the trophy three times.
After three seasons without one, the UEFA Europa League had its first penalty shoot-out as FC Steaua Bucureşti became just the second team to recover a two-goal first-leg deficit to advance in the competition. AFC Ajax were their round of 32 victims, going down 4-2 on spot kicks. There was soon a second shoot-out as FC Basel 1893 prevailed 4-1 against Tottenham Hotspur FC in the quarter-finals.
Victory in the Netherlands made Chelsea the fourth side to win all three UEFA club competitions following their past successes in the European Cup Winners' Cup (1971, 1998) and UEFA Champions League (2012). They join Juventus, FC Bayern München and Ajax, who had all previously collected the three trophies.
Edinson Cavani scored all four goals in SSC Napoli's 4-2 home win against FC Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk on matchday four – an exploit achieved just once before in the UEFA Europa League, by Falcao for FC Porto against Villarreal CF in the 2010/11 semi-finals. It was one of six hat-tricks in this season's competition.
Czech striker Libor Kozák scored eight times in S.S. Lazio's run to the quarter-finals to finish as the tournament's leading marksman. Remarkably, going into the final weekend of fixtures in Serie A, he has not found the net once in the Italian top flight all season.
BSC Young Boys became the first team in UEFA Cup/UEFA Europa League history to pick up as many points as their group winners and still fail to qualify for the last 32 – losing out on head-to-head record in a three-way tussle with Liverpool FC and FC Anji Makhachkala. Their ten-point haul in Group A bettered that of five sides who advanced from other sections.
Benfica forward Eduardo Salvio has played in more UEFA Europa League matches than any other player (34), but missed out on becoming the first player to win the competition three times, having triumphed twice before with Club Atlético de Madrid. Seven other players have also won it twice, though only one with different clubs – Falcao (Porto and Atlético).
At 37 years and 214 days, Pavel Horváth of FC Viktoria Plzeň extended his own record as the UEFA Europa League's oldest goalscorer with his matchday five penalty against A. Académica de Coimbra.
On matchday five, FC Twente's Sander Boschker, aged 42 years and 33 days, replaced David Weir as the oldest player to appear in the UEFA Europa League.
Académica had not won a European game in 43 years, since 1969, before their shock 2-0 success at home to Atlético, in the process ending the holders' 16-match winning run in UEFA competition.
The final at the Amsterdam ArenA was Chelsea's 69th game in all competitions this term and their 16th in Europe of a campaign that started with defeat by Atlético in the UEFA Super Cup in August. Six UEFA Champions League fixtures later, their defence of the trophy had been ended, but Benítez's men made light of losing two of their first eight UEFA Europa League outings with victory when it mattered most.
Cavani's late winner for Napoli at AIK on matchday five was the UEFA Europa League's 2,000th goal.


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A bluegrass album featuring legendary lawmaker Robert Byrd, who died earlier this week at 92, will be reissued by a Virginia record label.
Byrd, a one-time Klansman from West Virginia who became the longest-serving member of the Senate, recorded the record in 1978 with a band called the Country Gentlemen. Byrd played the fiddle on several old bluegrass standards.
County Records owner Dave Freeman said the album will be out on CD July 27.


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Tuesday, July 28, 2009
I give good blog
Let's have a cocktail turns 6 months old today. Oh, she is but a baby still isn't she? But she is growing. And hopefully blooming.
Remember the birthday post? In response to that post, and the incredible commentary from all of you, my Mom called me and said,
"I love reading the comments as much as I love reading the blog."
Which I willingly helped her clarify that surely she meant she likes reading the comments almost but clearly not as much as reading her own child's comic genius.
She said, "No. I love the comments too."
Repeat that conversation with older brother.
Repeat that conversation with younger brother.
But the truth is, the comments here are amazing. I must now employ caution regarding where and when I read them since I made the mistake of reading them during a meeting via Blackberry and when I guffawed out loud, I assure you my laughter didn't coincide with the discussion of contractual terms. Well, frankly, contractual terms, you should not be so dull.
Part of the excellence of the experience for me is not just the writing, but that the writing finds an audience, and the audience responds. From the comments to the blogrolls and the awards, every one of you adds value to this process for me. Everyday.
So thank you for your incredible response.
And I want to give some love for that. I can't mail you a cocktail, you certainly don't need a framed photo of me, and my fabulous baked goods won't make it past my mailman. So I came up with something better.
I wanted to give you something you deserve. And hopefully, something you can use. So....
I am giving you a night off. Seriously.
In celebration of turning 6 months, I will propose a toast. And then I am giving one of you a certificate for one free night at any InterContinental Hotel in the world. InterContinental Hotel Group is incredible. They also own Crowne Plaza, Hotel Indigo, and various others. Top notch hotel group with 4500 hotels located in 97 countries, I think a night off in which someone else will pick up after you just might be handy.
All you have to do is leave a comment on this post. And if you feel like sharing it with others, do it. If you feel like hogging it to yourselves, you can do that as well. It is my way of thanking you for giving me big blog love in return.
And Friday, I will pick one of your names from a magic hat.
So here's to all of us who are reading, and writing, and responding. I hope our best work still lies ahead.
PS: Do not make me get into legalese of black out dates/restrictions/expiration date/and other boresville snoozeyfacts. There are very few restrictions. I will give the winner all of the details. If you don't have an IC Hotel near you, worry not. I have a Plan B.
127 comments:
Happy anniversary indeed.
As a relatively new stumbler-acrosser, I look forward to plenty more postings. After all - the more I read, the less work I have to do. And STILL they pay me. Bonus!
- July 28, 2009 at 4:32 AM
- Vodka Logic said...
Well done for only 6 months blogging.
Do you accept bribes, I could really use a nice vacation in a nice hotel. You do recall how my last vacation turned out..just sayin'
Keep up the great work
Laura x
- July 28, 2009 at 5:48 AM
- Unknown said...
Oh! This would be simply wonderful!! :) I hope I win. AND A HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!
- July 28, 2009 at 5:59 AM
- the girl with the pink teacup said...
Oh JennyMac, you are rather remarkable. If this is what you've achieved in just six months' blogging, I'm intrigued and excited to see what happens at the end of the third blogging trimester...
What a milestone. I tip my hat to you, good lady.
- July 28, 2009 at 6:00 AM
- mommakin said...
Looks like I picked a good day to comment right after you at SITS!
I have been known to laugh right out loud at a comment or two, too.
Happy Anniversay? Half-Anniversary?
- July 28, 2009 at 6:01 AM
- People Who Know Me Would Say: said...
My last vacation was 1992, but don't put my name in the drawing unless I can regift it because I am physically unable to travel. That being said.....
Hi Jenny's mom! You raised yourself one intelligent,talented girl and YOU should take a bow! What was the secret? I'm a mom of grown kids and I'm always interested in another mom's secrets to raising successful children. (My secret was choosing the right father for them and praying a heck of a lot!) I'm guessing Jenny was a colorful kid and I'd just bet you could guest blog here and again and regale us with some fanciful tales. Think about it!
- July 28, 2009 at 6:14 AM
- No Longer 25 said...
Only 6 months and looking great! Comments are great but I love reading your blog too, found you by accident through another blogger, that's the best way I find.
Hope the next 6 months are as good as the last!
- July 28, 2009 at 6:16 AM
- Little Ms Blogger said...
Congrats on the 6 months!
I'm glad you stumbled across my blog because it may have taken me some time to find yours and I love it. Keep it up.
Love the fact that your mom loves the comments as much as the content.
- July 28, 2009 at 6:23 AM
- The Peach Tart said...
Happy Anniversary JennyMac
I've been blogging a little less time than you and you were one of the first blogs I discovered and have read it every day since. You are smart, funny and a great writer. The blog world is better for having you in it.
OK is that enough suck up to get the hotel room. I've got plans for Mr. Peach Tart.
Just kidding. It's all true. I look forward to reading more and learning more about you.
Have a Happy Day Maybe a glass of champagne and dinner out. (Note: to JohnnyMac)
- July 28, 2009 at 6:25 AM
- Inna said...
Wow, you look so much more mature for your 6 months age JennyMac's blog...
Looking forward to continuing to read your blog.
- July 28, 2009 at 6:27 AM
- Simon said...
In my last blog the comments – especially when they developed into comments threads – were usually far more entertaining than my original posts. The way they wandered away from the subject into entirely new areas was a frequent source of fascination: they could be either entertaining and educational, or even both.
A happy sixth mensiversary to your blog, and may your comments flourish.
- July 28, 2009 at 6:29 AM
- ladytruth said...
Lol! Yes, that certainly DID get my attention, clever and classy lady :)
I'm with you on the comment bit; as soon as I've finished a post I can't wait for time to pass and sneek a peak at who commented on it and what they said. I suppose it's like the day before your birthday and you know of all the good hiding places Mom usually tries to keep the presents and eventhough you want to wait until your birthday, you can't help but wrip the wrapping paper to tiny bits and see what's waiting inside: the same book for the fourth year in a row from your brother, no surprise there, but there are always some you find great delight in.
Happy 6 months! May the following ones hold more reasons to have plenty of cocktails and laughs :)
- July 28, 2009 at 6:33 AM
- Mr London Street said...
My comments put my blog to shame all the time. I'm getting used to it now, sometimes I feel like I'm the straight man to lots of people far funnier than me. Congratulations on the six months - I didn't realise it was possible to have a blog as widely read and popular as yours in such a short space of time. Really, we all ought to hate you but for some reason that's just not possible, dammit.
- July 28, 2009 at 6:34 AM
Not been with you for too long, but I love it! I too like reading the comments, but the actual writing each day on a blog is such a release and provides a great outlet.
- July 28, 2009 at 6:37 AM
- the walking man said...
If you don't wish me happy 55th birthday today I won't comment on the diaper you wear bloggin' young 'un.
Although your shit is funnier than my age.
- July 28, 2009 at 6:38 AM
- mo.stoneskin said...
Actually, making your mum laugh is the primary reason I comment here.
- July 28, 2009 at 7:15 AM
Count me in! I could totally use a night off. I love your blog and can't wait to try a few of the cocktails.
- July 28, 2009 at 7:26 AM
- Sami said...
Yaaaay 6 months!! Congrats on your half year blog-a-versary! (What a goofy word!) Here's to many more :) :)
- July 28, 2009 at 7:32 AM
- Ela said...
Happy 6 months! I love that your family reads your blog and gets a kick out the genius it is as well as the comments! Hubs only reads the comments...should he have trouble understanding them or lack context, he will in turn read the post...stinker.
Ooh, what a fabulous giveaway! Sadly I feel very undeserving as I only found this gem recently but I do love it so I will let your magic hat determine my fate :)
- July 28, 2009 at 7:40 AM
- lisa and laura said...
I don't know about you, but we're still in the whole "I can't believe people read, much less comment about our randomness on a daily basis" mode. Seriously, when I see a new comment, I get really excited.
And my mom and I have entire conversations not only about the commenters on my blog, but also their lives in general. It usually goes something like this:
Mom: Did you see the latest comment from LMJ?
Lisa: I know, she's hilarious.
Mom: How is her sister doing? I saw that she lost a big chunk of her book when her laptop died.
Lisa: Yeah, I think she's having to rewrite a lot of it.
Mom: Have you heard from GreyStreetGirl recently? I worry about her when she doesn't post.
Lisa: I think she's taking a break from blogging.
Mom: And whatever happened to SpinRegina?
Lisa: Yeah, I don't know.
Mom: You really need to meet all of these people. Why don't you go to that writing conference that Kimberly Derting is going to...
Yeah, you get the idea. My mom is obsessed with blogging and secretly reads every single blog on our blogroll. It's hilarious. She's going to kill me when sees this comment.
- July 28, 2009 at 7:42 AM
- Eve said...
Congrautlations and well done on the success of your blog. We all enjoy reading it.
And I also think this is a brilliant idea, such a brilliant way to thank your readers and I hope one day I'll be able to put this idea to use (once the audiance arrives ;))
I am newish to your blog and I look forward to the months/years to come!
- July 28, 2009 at 7:44 AM
- Badass Geek said...
Rock on, JennyMac. Happy Six Months.
- July 28, 2009 at 7:52 AM
- When Pigs Fly said...
Congratulations on the blog! I am pretty much in the same boat as I have had mine up nearly the same amount of time. That reminds me. I should look at my first post and see when I started.
Anyhoo, love reading your blog and so glad I found it.
- July 28, 2009 at 8:02 AM
- lsnellings said...
Happy Anniversary and count me in! The last night out I had was for my anniversary and my husband took me to the InterContinental. It was wonderful and we would love to go back! My only question is: Do you want to babysit my kids too? :)
- July 28, 2009 at 8:03 AM
- Kelley said...
Happy Half Birthday of your blog! I' love to celebrate with you!
- July 28, 2009 at 8:03 AM
- Kaibee said...
I m commenting just for the sake that i like ur blog..Nice one!
- July 28, 2009 at 8:11 AM
- Pretty Neat Designs said...
Hi. I am new to your blog but I'm so glad I found it, it is great! And wow, only 6 months?! Thats amazing. Happy 6 month anniversary!
- July 28, 2009 at 8:12 AM
- KatiePerk said...
Well Congratulations on your 6 month birthday! What a fabulous gift idea. Who doesn't love a night off? Cheers!
- July 28, 2009 at 8:15 AM
Holy cow Girlfriend! You go ALL out!!!! Congratulations on 6 months! I, for one, am soooo glad you joined! I love your blog and am excited to read it!!! AND I was excited to hear you like mine too! :)
- July 28, 2009 at 8:23 AM
- La Belle Mere said...
Oooooh, exciting!! Hope I win! Do you accept bribes?
Funny enough I was thinking the same thing this morning on the way to work - about how happy blogging has made me. I've only been doing it for a month but (and this is a pretty big claim) it's totally changed my personality! I'm sort of - cheery! And you're right, it's the comments and followers that do it!
Keep up the good work - you crack me up.
Bec xxxx
- July 28, 2009 at 8:24 AM
- owo said...
Wow! What a way to celebrate 6 months! I can't wait to see what you do for the big 1 year mark.
It really is amazing how one nice comment can make your day. When I started writing four years ago I had no idea how much I would come to look forward to all that feedback. You summed it up perfectly.
Cheers to your fantastic blog.
- July 28, 2009 at 8:51 AM
- debra@dustjacket said...
Your mum cracks me up, she's quite determined not to give you a big head me thinks.
Good to hear we are getting you into trouble at work.
Are you SURE about not sending the cocktail ... we could try!
cheers DJ
- July 28, 2009 at 9:16 AM
- Vicky said...
Wow, that is an original and extremely useful gift! I can vouch for the Intercontinental chain, amazing! We most recently stayed at the one in Chicago and loved it :) Thanks for the opportunity to win!
- July 28, 2009 at 9:25 AM
- ellen abbott said...
Can't win if you don't play, right?
If you weren't so clever and funny I would have to be seriously jealous.
- July 28, 2009 at 9:26 AM
- Lucia said...
Congratulations, it's always fun finding things to write about and harder still to comment on someone's blog without sounding too much like an idiot...I had to comment because winning a stay in a hotel sounds so wonderful! Thanks for the chance!
- July 28, 2009 at 9:27 AM
- Erin said...
What a great giveaway! We could all use a night away, I'd say.
- July 28, 2009 at 9:32 AM
- Scrappy Girl said...
Happy 6 months! I think I am going on 17 months! Blogging is so fun! How cool that your family reads your blog. I am obviously so boring that only Lil Sis reads...and that is because she lives 11 hours away! LOL! Dr. Hubby will read it when he thinks I am mad at him...to see if I have said anything about him...that cracks me up!
We stayed at the IC several years ago...I think Manga Dork was 6...we were going to Cleveland, Ohio. Manga Dork said "I hope we are staying at the Super 8...that is my favorite hotel." Well, after about an hour in our gorgeous room...filled mini fridge, marble bath, glass shower, robes...she said "Mom, I think this hotel is my new favorite." LOL...ya think?!
- July 28, 2009 at 9:35 AM
- Corey Schwartz said...
Wow. Clicked through Lisa and Laura and they weren't kidding. Your blog is seriously awesome!
- July 28, 2009 at 9:40 AM
- Tamara Hart Heiner said...
I can't believe your blog is only six months old! you have quite a following already!
- July 28, 2009 at 9:41 AM
- KrisMrsBBradley said...
You've only been blogging for 6 months? Wow, you must be doing something right!!
- July 28, 2009 at 9:44 AM
- The Bug said...
Happy anniversary! I'm just going to copy Matthew's comment - because, really, he stole my comment:
"As a relatively new stumbler-acrosser, I look forward to plenty more postings. After all - the more I read, the less work I have to do. And STILL they pay me. Bonus!"
- July 28, 2009 at 9:44 AM
- A French Cloud said...
this is going to have to be some big, shield your eyes church hat with all the names that will be going in it:)happy anniversary
...thanks for keeping it real.
- July 28, 2009 at 9:47 AM
- Cocaine Princess said...
Happy Anniversary!
I really enjoying reading your posts. If you hadn't stopped by my blog I would have never discovered your blog, so thank you.
- July 28, 2009 at 9:49 AM
- Intense Guy said...
You have had an incredible 6 months. Here's to the next 6 incredible months!
I'm happy I stumbled into your place. It has given me many smiles.
- July 28, 2009 at 9:57 AM
Well thank YOU. It's always nice to have an outlet for rambling you know. Ramble, ramble, ramble. Happy six month thingy!
I stayed at a Crowne Plaza recently actually (In Minneapolis) and it was mindblowingly awesome. It was cheap - an online booking - so I didn't expect much but then I entered the room and thought, "There's been a mistake, should I tell them?" Because you know, the bed was king size and had linen that didn't assault your eyeballs, and pillows everywhere, and tasteful lamps and furniture and a goddamn SLEEP CD. I thought they'd mistaken me for someone famous. Normally I'm not allowed where nice people stay. Of course when you're used to slumming it in Super 8s with floral bedspreads that offend good taste everywhere, luxury is comparative...
- July 28, 2009 at 10:02 AM
- ♥ Braja said...
OK, look, I'm in Bangkok and today I had lunch at the Trattoria, Intercontinental's Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar. Obviously I could have waited until I WON this competition, but i'm happy to report that when I *do*, boy will it ever be easy to indulge in. OK, so can we finalize this prior to Aug 6??
- July 28, 2009 at 10:03 AM
- La La La Leah said...
Yeah for you!! If you do this for your 6 month ... What are you going to do for your one year... OH MY... GOOD TIMES. I am glad we found each other.
Thats funny, my mom is proud of my blog too. I think its weird she reads mine. If she could print it out and put it on the fridge she would.
- July 28, 2009 at 10:14 AM
- Pseudo said...
Only six months? Wow. You are kicking some blog butt.
Nice job with the giveaway. You are on a roll.
- July 28, 2009 at 10:17 AM
- Just Add Walter said...
Happy 6 months!!! I enjoy your blog so much!
- July 28, 2009 at 10:20 AM
- McVal said...
Happy half birthday!!! Funny - you don't LOOK 6 months old...
And wow! Over 200 followers in that short amount of time? I'm very impressed!
- July 28, 2009 at 10:23 AM
- Erin said...
Only six months of blogging and you're already a pro? Wow, by next year you will be taking over the entire world!
- July 28, 2009 at 10:24 AM
- JenJen said...
Awesome read. Per usual!
Funny that we all need permission to loaf once in a while. I get the guilts if I sit on my tush.
- July 28, 2009 at 10:30 AM
- Fancy Schmancy said...
You're celebrating your 6 months the same week I'm celebrating my first year. Sadly I don't draw the followers in like you do, but I'm cool with my peeps! Glad I found you!
- July 28, 2009 at 10:37 AM
- Unknown said...
Comments are certainly GRAND! THEY really add to blogging and posting! I am coming up on post 400! "WOW"! I will say that in order to get all the wonderful comments you have to be liked or your postings have to be liked! THUMBS up for you. Thanks, for the thank you too!
- July 28, 2009 at 10:42 AM
- Andi said...
So glad the Blog Hop happened and I got a "chance" to meet you, I love your blog and seems like you have been doing it for much longer than 6 months! You are a pro, which comes in handy for giving good blog (hee-hee)! Congrats and I look forward to being along for the ride for the next 6!
- July 28, 2009 at 10:44 AM
- Reins In Seattle said...
Happy 6 monthaversary! Thanks for the humor, some tears and hearfelt laughter. Reading your words every day makes you feel not quite so far away. I do love the comments. They are the cocktail garnish. What a witty, warm group of followers you have!
- July 28, 2009 at 10:48 AM
- Farnnay said...
I knew i liked your blog for a reason. Now if you could just pick my name (even though i dont know if there is that kind of hotel near me, but you did say you had a plan b, so ill leave you to worry about that) then I'll LOVE you. Forever :)
- July 28, 2009 at 10:56 AM
- Amy said...
What a fun blog you have. I am stopping by to say Thanks for coming by the other day. Hope you come back for more. Have a great day...
- July 28, 2009 at 11:00 AM
- Monroes said...
Happy Anniversary Jennifer...and a big shout out to GF Mom
Love Love Love reading your blog every day and thanks for the leads to other entertaining blogs-
- July 28, 2009 at 11:28 AM
- Ashley said...
What an amazing giveaway! Seriously.
- July 28, 2009 at 11:44 AM
- i am the diva said...
wow, you have a great following after six months.... i've been doing it for six years!! Congrats at the first milestone!
- July 28, 2009 at 11:46 AM
- Erin said...
Happy 6 months! I Love to read the comments too, but I think I like the blog better!!!
- July 28, 2009 at 11:52 AM
i love d blog but i also make sure to read d comments,i think they compliment each other
- July 28, 2009 at 12:06 PM
- Melissa B. said...
Happy Bloggy Birthday! And thanks for being so generous...both with your comments and with your giveaway offer. I'm really glad we've become "bloggy friends." Here's to many more guffaws in the future!
- July 28, 2009 at 12:47 PM
- Yankee Girl said...
You really do give good blog. I always love reading what you write, as well as reading the comments. People in the blog world are so amazing.
Happy Blogiversary!
- July 28, 2009 at 12:53 PM
- Emily said...
Happy 6 months and I hope I win!!
- July 28, 2009 at 1:04 PM
- Cammie said...
happy half birthday!! Wish I would have thought to celebrate mine!
- July 28, 2009 at 1:17 PM
- Hit 40 said...
What an awesome deal!!! You must have connections. I have connections for cheap clothes from Holister and abercrombie. I think I like your connections better!
Definitely throw me in for a chance.
- July 28, 2009 at 1:21 PM
- Alicia said...
you're only 6 months? my goodness you can barely crawl! :) i'm so glad i found your piece of blog heaven... comedic genius always brightens my day! and holy sweet mother of pearl, that's an awesome giveaway! congrats on your half birthday, i've got a cupcake waiting for you!
- July 28, 2009 at 1:25 PM
- Marcy said...
Man, you do give good blog. Among other things... That reminds me of the conversation we were having the night i met my future husband. Hmmmmmmm. I'm sure you recall...
- July 28, 2009 at 1:27 PM
- Rebecca Knight said...
Happy Anniversary! :D I'm a newbie over from Lisa & Laura's blog. The post title made me snort out loud at work, so thank you for that!
- July 28, 2009 at 1:28 PM
- Lopez said...
Happy Anniversary to your blog!
blogging is such a release, eh? I don't know how you found me, but I'm glad you did...your writing in this post alone has piqued my interest in reading more...more...MORE!
and the fact that you are an attorney...and speak of contractual terms...I can relate to you a bit, since I work with transactional attorneys all day long...40+ long hours a week...every week...for the next 7 years...(i'm on a 7 year plan!)
but I digress...
and now I close, as I have to go read some more of your blog!
- July 28, 2009 at 2:00 PM
- Laoch of Chicago said...
No doubt this will be just the beginning for you.
- July 28, 2009 at 2:06 PM
- Bev said...
Hi Jenny! Thanks for visiting my blog today. Yours is fantastic, and I cannot believe it's a mere babe in arms at 6 months old! Well-done!
- July 28, 2009 at 2:27 PM
- Tiny Teacher said...
HAPPY 6-monthaversary!
Love the blog. You had me at hello.
- July 28, 2009 at 2:28 PM
- Secondhand Stella said...
Such a wonderful and generous give-away!
- July 28, 2009 at 2:30 PM
- i am playing outside said...
You have a Plan B? Could I, um, borrow that? I know I'm a guy, but I'm feeling a little fat. Maybe its just a food baby, but I don't want to take the risk...
Happy 6 months to you! You're definitely in the running for Booziest blog I read. And you are the for sure winner of Booziest+Newest blog I read. I assure you, that's an honour.
- July 28, 2009 at 2:37 PM
- Mom in High Heels said...
Happy Half-iversary! You DO give good blog. And thanks for the awards! I think you're fab too!
- July 28, 2009 at 2:47 PM
Damn Jenny Mac,
You must have an AMAZING, SMART and TALENTED friend who helped! What a great prize!! Could this be the same girl trying to redecorate the bathroom. :)
- July 28, 2009 at 2:56 PM
- Vivienne @ the V Spot said...
A night off? Where someone else will clean up after me? Perhaps bring me a snack, should I ask for one? Make my bed in the morning?
Count me in. Happy Half.
- July 28, 2009 at 3:23 PM
- B.o.B. said...
Happy anniversary! Your blog posts are always quite hilarious and insightful. I am not just saying that for the sweet hotel gift. But go ahead and pick my name outta that magic hat anyway.
- July 28, 2009 at 3:26 PM
- Claudya Martinez said...
Happy six-er!
I'm awesome, pick me!
- July 28, 2009 at 3:31 PM
- Something Happened Somewhere Turning said...
It is indeed truly wonderful to give and receive comments. I think it is my favorite part of blogging. I don't know how many times my wife and I were driving down the road when I've burst out laughing and she sitting there was going, "What! What?"
As I am fairly new to your blog I will say that you have a unique style which I don't believe I've ever seen anyone else capture. I am enjoying your blog and thanks for stopping by. Happy 6th.
- July 28, 2009 at 3:33 PM
- avant garde design said...
hi! thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving such a nice comment :), i'm having much fun reading your posts and understanding your great sense of humor. wow! unbelievable give-away, this is only my first comment on your blog but just wanted to say thanks for allowing me to find your blog and that i'll be back often :)
- July 28, 2009 at 3:52 PM
- Pollyanna said...
Happy anniversary!
My one year is coming up, but I don't know how to celebrate. The giveaway is a good idea ;)
I'd love to have you drop by my place: Life Makes Me Laugh
- July 28, 2009 at 4:05 PM
- Simply Mel {Reverie} said...
You are too kind to bestow such a reward upon us when just reading your witty words is reward enough! Seriously...although, sharing a cocktail or two would also be a blog bonus....
- July 28, 2009 at 4:22 PM
"I give good blog"
Yes. Yes you do.
- July 28, 2009 at 5:00 PM
- Meg said...
Happy halfsy-birthday!! I admire those who give presents on their own celebrations. Nice form! Count me in and thank you.
Your family's comments cracked me up.
- July 28, 2009 at 6:05 PM
- Alexis AKA MOM said...
Yeah 6 months is still a big one. Love comments to, they make my day especially the ones that make you laugh so much you're in tears! Got to love those bloggy people!
I gave up asking the family about my blog just leads to a Linda Blair moment :).
Ohhh a night out, hmmm do you think the kids will stay quiet and be nice for a night off. Yup laughing at that one too :).
Congrats again my dear! My diet thanks you there is no baked goods :)
- July 28, 2009 at 6:49 PM
- Lady Di said...
So, this magic hat...is it made of ham??? I know, I know let it go Lady Di, let it go. Sorry I just couldn't resist. Congrats on the huge following you have acquired or shall I say "are acquiring". You're a big time playa now.
- July 28, 2009 at 6:49 PM
Thanks for stopping by my blog and happy 6 month blogiversary!!! I'm going to keep reading your blog as one never knows when a certain blogger may need a certain blog lawyer. I'm just saying :)
- July 28, 2009 at 7:28 PM
- Bad Momma said...
Wow! Only 6 months??? You are doing fantastic. Love the concept, I'll have to stop by later for a nightcap.
Thanks for the visit!
- July 28, 2009 at 7:34 PM
- sheila said...
Well dang! Happy 6 months! I love your blog :)
In fact, I think I'll have a drink tonight in honor of your 6 months, lol. Seriously!
- July 28, 2009 at 7:44 PM
- Samsmama said...
Pretty impressive following you've gathered in 6 months. Way to go, JennyMac!
Dang. I was looking forward to a framed picture. Not in a creepy sort of way. Just hoping it would be signed and then I could someday say I "knew you when" and then put it on ebay and maybe make a little money off of you. Because I'm a good friend like that.
- July 28, 2009 at 7:46 PM
- J.J. in L.A. said...
Damn girl! You're only 6 months old and have 234 Followers?!!! I'm about 9 months old and have a measly (well, not measly because I REALLY LUV 'em!) 48 Followers.
Word veri: seducco (if I knew how to seduce more readers to my blog, you know I'd do it. But how???)
- July 28, 2009 at 7:46 PM
- AmyK said...
Congratulations on such a wonderful following you have. I am new to this blogging idea too and am so glad to have found yours. Keep writing. Please.
- July 28, 2009 at 7:50 PM
- Peanut Butter Swirl said...
happy 6 months :)
- July 28, 2009 at 7:54 PM
- Rachel Follett said...
Nice blog! Congrats on your 6 month anniversary!
- July 28, 2009 at 8:02 PM
- Sandy said...
As the mother of a 5-month-old, I sure do need a vacation. Great giveaway!
- July 28, 2009 at 8:03 PM
- drollgirl said...
oh, it pains me to admit this, but often times the comments on my blog FAR EXCEED my posts. there! i've said it! where would we be without comments?!??! i love them! and you are so kind and so sweet for acknowledging your fans and offering up THIS FANFUCKINGTASTIC GIVEAWAY!
hope your mom doesn't mind cursing?!?!?! if she does, SHIT! tell me to knock it off and i will.
or you could punish me and not put me in the running for this giveaway. humph. that is something my mom would do, for sure!
- July 28, 2009 at 8:40 PM
- I'm Jamie said...
I only found your blog the other week, so I had no idea you've only been around for a wee 6 months... your following is HUGE for that short time! Yowza! I guess everyone fell in love at first read the same way I did :)
Happy half bloggiversary!
- July 28, 2009 at 8:49 PM
Great blog, very addicting! I agree with you caution is necessary when reading comments in certain settings. very funny!
- July 28, 2009 at 8:59 PM
- Ashley said...
Happy blogging birthday! This is such a wonderful thing :) What a great idea to give a reader the night off! So glad to have found your blog. xoxo
- July 28, 2009 at 9:09 PM
- The Savage said...
I travel too much as it is... don't want a vacation so don't pick me.
I have, however added you to my my list o' bloggers what I read regularly....
- July 28, 2009 at 9:20 PM
- . said...
happy 6 months doll!
- July 28, 2009 at 10:41 PM
- Brian H said...
Thanks for visiting my blog.
Congrats on the 6 months.
I will certainly. Be back for more!
- July 28, 2009 at 11:11 PM
- Lisa @ Boondock Ramblings said...
Thanks for stopping by my blog. I'm glad to find a new read.
I've never heard of the hotel chain and know you have other bloggers who comment regularly so I will opt out of the giveaway, but I will say "cool blog" and "I've bookmarked you" for later visits!
- July 28, 2009 at 11:40 PM
- sitting on the mood swing at the playground said...
Lucky me for coming by today! Happy six months! Thanks for stopping by my blog.
- July 29, 2009 at 7:37 AM
- strokeofliving said...
Six months, good for you. I can only pray that I don't get bored with the ramblings of my own blog to make it to a 6 month milestone. I also love that folks are giving your mom love in their comments/congratulations to you. That is classic!
Enjoy your night of celebration.
Oh, thanks for the toast gesture but due to my perpetual unemployed status I'd rather have a stiff drink in the bar of a hotel owned by your company than a complimentary night so if that is going to be a future give away put me on the top of that list and let one of the deserving stay at home moms enjoy your very generous offer :-)
- July 29, 2009 at 11:24 AM
- Jason, as himself said...
And that is why we become addicted to blogging...so much positive reinforcement!
- July 29, 2009 at 11:44 AM
- Courtney said...
Congratulations on six months! Your blog is completly hi-larious, and numerous times I've woken up my boyfriend from actually LOLing.
- July 29, 2009 at 11:50 AM
- Kitten said...
Thanks for stopping by my blog! Happy anniversary to you! Me likey your work! :)
- July 29, 2009 at 12:02 PM
- MammaDucky said...
Ha ha! But you CAN mail a cocktail! I mailed an entire coctail party to my hubs when he was overseas. Slightly illegal? Probably.
I have the secret to getting that Listerine taste out of the bottles so your Bourbon doesn't taste of...well...Listerine.
- July 29, 2009 at 12:35 PM
- Kinton said...
Wow! How did you attract all this gorgeous attention? Amazing!
- July 29, 2009 at 2:54 PM
- Beth said...
Just found your blog... and already added you to my "must read" list.
I like that witty sense of humor.
- July 29, 2009 at 5:05 PM
- the southern hostess said...
Happy 6th months to you. What a fabulous treat to offer! Thanks!
- July 29, 2009 at 7:47 PM
- Mandy said...
You better get the patent on that great line. I can just see the t-shirts now - "I give good blog!" I just got a rather risque image in my head of a man and woman being intimate. The woman has an internal monologue bubble over head and is in the middle of the intimacy with her man saying to herself... "I'm sooo gonna blog about that quiche I made yesterday." And the man says to himself, "You know it baby!" LOL! :-)
Happy six months to you! I have to make some time to read the beginning days you have written. You're a wonderful writer.
And your mom is right - comments are great. They lead to other great writers too (not as good as you, but you know....)
- July 29, 2009 at 8:57 PM
- Liz Mays said...
The comments add so much to the blog post, it's true!
I can't read my comments unless I'm at my home computer. You're lucky. Although if it would result in random spontaneous bursts of laughter in inappropriate settings, maybe I'm in good shape here.
- July 30, 2009 at 7:54 AM
- Francie...The Scented Cottage Studio said...
Sigh, I could use a good travel. But a good laugh even MORE and got that from your blog this morning.
Thanks !
- July 30, 2009 at 8:41 AM
- Tumbleweed said...
So...six months is it?? Seems like only yesterday you were laying in my lap in a little white blanket...oh and you were only about a week old (for anyone interested - look at the pic on JennyMacs 11MAY post...yup - that's us!) My, oh, MY...HOW FAR you've come!! AND your even taller now than then!!
I have always known you were creative and witty (dare I say "Smart-ass" on your blog?!) But I guess I didn't really know the depth of that insight and ability until you started writing your blog - I am amazed at (as well as amused at) your ability to cover so many different subjects with comprehension and that little JennyMac twist! Starts my day off with a huge laugh EVERY DAY!! What prowess you have demonstrated collecting the followers you have - all because you are very gifted...and VERY funny!!
Congrats on your first six-months...pretty amazing, really!! I hope to be reading this six YEARS from now (either here or in a paper publication!) and even though I am physically quite the distance from you - in some small way I feel like I get to "see" you everyday!!
Keep seeing the world as only you do...and keep writing about it!!
Oh - and I would like also to opt out of the generous offer...I travel PLENTY and someone else could surely use this night off more than me...I just need to drive to Atlanta soon!!
Love To You - Always
- July 30, 2009 at 10:52 AM
- sarah @ life {sweet} life said...
you. are. HILARIOUS!! so glad you stopped by my blog so i was able to find yours! love it. :)
- July 30, 2009 at 11:38 AM
- Jen said...
Happy anniversary! Now THAT is a giveaway I can get behind - a night away would be h.e.a.v.e.n. Assuming I can find a sitter :)
- July 30, 2009 at 3:09 PM
- Krystyn @ Really, Are You Serious? said...
Well, here I am visiting for the first time, and I can't pass this up. A night away with the hubby with no kiddos? Game on!
- July 30, 2009 at 10:05 PM
- Unknown said...
Ohhh...I'll take a night off.
You're blog is fantastic...enjoying reading it!!
- July 30, 2009 at 11:18 PM
- Kathy B! said...
I know it's too late but I wanted to congratulate you! You've done a stellar job for only being in the blogosphere for 6 months!!
Well done!
- July 31, 2009 at 9:03 AM
- FancyPants said...
Honey you do give good blog and thus so deserve all the luchious comments left!
- July 31, 2009 at 8:50 PM
- supahmommy- somethin's wrong with that girl said...
I think you should make that a blog award..
I give good blog.
I totally want one.
- August 5, 2009 at 11:00 PM


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Belgian Golden Strong Ale8.5% ABV40 IBU
Brouwerij HuygheMelle, Belgium
As the palate is warmed, the taste is characterized by its roundness. The aftertaste is strong, long-lasting and dry bitter.
Belgian Tripel9.5% ABV25 IBU
Victory Brewing CompanyDowningtown, PA
Golden Monkey is both playfully delightful and profoundly satisfying. Exotic spices from the East round out this global journey to joy.
American Strong Ale8.5% ABV
Mikkeller San DiegoSan Diego, CA
Available at very few places nearby