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8.110178-79 - VERDI: Ballo in Maschera (Un) (Gigli, Caniglia) (1943)
Great Opera Recordings
Un Ballo in Maschera
An opera in three acts to a libretto by Antonio Somma,
based on Scribes Gustave III, ou le bal masqué.
Riccardo Beniamino Gigli
Renato Gino Bechi
Amelia Maria Caniglia
Ulrica Fedora Barbieri
Oscar Elda Ribetti
Silvano Nicola Niccolini
Samuel Tancredi Pasero
Tom Ugo Novelli
Un Giudice Blando Giusti
Chorus and Orchestra of the Rome Opera House
Conducted by Tullio Serafin
Recorded on 33 sides by Italian HMV, Opera House, Rome
30th June, 1st, 4th, 6th and 7th July 1943
Matrices: 2BA 5487/97, 5500/05, 5508/18, 5525/29
Catalogue: DB9075/91
Un Ballo in maschera (A Masked Ball)
"In the end it all depends on a libretto. A libretto, a
libretto and the opera is made!"
Verdi (in a letter of 1865)
Verdis comment on the art of his librettists, quoted above, seems surprising in view of the difficulties encountered in 1858, when he and Somma were preparing the text for Un ballo in maschera. The story, based on historical fact, was clearly too sensitive for the authorities in Naples, where the operas première was originally to take place, culminating as it does with the assassination of a king by one of his courtiers. Even with the changes to the characters and plot that Verdi was prepared to make, negotiations foundered and the project was abandoned, at least as far as Naples was concerned. Fortunately, in Rome things fared better and after further amendments, such as re-setting the story in Boston, Massachusetts, production of the opera went ahead and it was performed to tremendous public acclaim.
So it has remained and, while the opera has never been as familiar in the worlds opera houses as, say,
Il trovatore or Aida, it displays the growing musical maturity of Verdis middle period; it has been a vehicle for great singers of each later generation, offering as it does some of his most winning melodies and several thrillingly grand scenes. The soloists on this recording, who assembled in Rome in 1943, find the great sweep of the tragic plot very much to their taste under the bâton of Maestro Tullio Serafin.
At the centre of their group is Gigli, surely the most popular Italian tenor of his era, whose affection for the rôle of Riccardo is evident. In conversational exchanges he shows an easy familiarity, even to the extent of occasional laxity over note values; but this is a small price to pay for his generosity of tone and the warmth that he brings to his solos, particularly the romance of the third act.
Maria Caniglia is a worthy partner for him. Of the recordings that they made together, it is in this Ballo in maschera that they are best matched - a unity perhaps stemming from their performances of the opera at La Scala in 1941. In the gallows scene Caniglia is amazingly vivid, her fear almost palpable; she may have not been a perfect vocalist, but she could generate terrific excitement in music such as this. She and Gigli propel the great love duet to its almost Wagnerian climax as few other singers on record have done, with noble support from Serafin and the orchestra.
Gino Bechi and Fedora Barbieri were younger than their colleagues (she only 23) at the time of the recording, but they both do full justice to their rôles. Bechi has a light, attractive vibrato, with a tendency to snarl in certain passages; but listen to Eri tu from the third act. He brings real power to this betrayal aria and to the revenge scene with Tom and Samuel that follows. Barbieri, in one of her earliest recordings, displays surprising maturity in the rôle of Ulrica, her rich dark mezzo already fully developed. It is difficult to imagine a group of soloists at that point in history who could have brought more commitment to this most colourful of operas.
We can also hear singers of an earlier generation in extracts from Un ballo in maschera on the additional tracks on CD 2. Most notable among these is Alessandro Bonci (1870-1940), a lighter tenor than Gigli, lacking the younger mans honeyed tones, but with an aristocratic elegance that is entirely right for Riccardo. Giannina Arangi-Lombardi (1891-1951) brings considerable tonal beauty to the rôle of Amelia but on record at least she was less able than Caniglia to suffuse it with the required passion; but these are valuable records of some of Italys finest Golden Age singers which have not enjoyed wide currency on CD and they add memorably to our experience of Verdis middle-period masterpiece.
Un ballo in maschera was first performed on 17th February 1859 at the Teatro Apollo, Rome.
Beniamino Gigli was born in Recanati, Italy in 1890 and in 1914 made his début in Rovigo (in La Gioconda). He soon sang throughout Italy and, from 1919, in South America; 1920 saw his phenomenal début (Faust in Mefistofele) at the Met, where he stayed for twelve seasons. First heard at Covent Garden in 1930 (Andrea Chénier), he returned both before and after the war, and sang in many European cities in opera and concert. At his best in Verdi and Puccini, his golden tone made him universally popular throughout the world. Gigli died in Rome in 1957.
Born in 1905, the Neapolitan soprano Maria Caniglia made her début aged twenty-five. She then sang regularly at La Scala (including Ballo in maschera in 1941), her final performances there being in 1951. Caniglia appeared at the Metropolitan in 1938/9 and at Covent Garden before the war and during the 1950 La Scala visit. She created rôles in contemporary operas, but was best heard in nineteenth century lyric/dramatic Italian repertory and verismo. Her recordings, including complete performances of Tosca, Aida and Don Carlos, show a rich, dramatic voice, occasionally imperfect in intonation but undeniably exciting. Caniglia died in 1979.
Gino Bechi was born in 1913 in Florence, where he also studied. His début in Empoli was as Germont; this led to appearances, and subsequent long careers, in Rome and at La Scala (where, after its post-war restoration, he sang Nabucco in 1946). He later appeared extensively in South America and in London during La Scalas 1950 visit. At best, Bechis incisive baritone was ideally suited to Verdi and verismo rôles, Rigoletto, Iago, Falstaff, Alfio and Gérard, but by 1950 much of its beauty had waned, though he continued to sing until 1961. He died in 1993
One of the twentieth centurys great dramatic mezzos, Fedora Barbieri was born in Trieste in 1920. After studying in Florence, she made her début there in 1940, and first sang in Rome the following year and at
La Scala in 1942. After the war she toured South America and established a long career at the Met from 1950, where she included Azucena and Mistress Quickly among her roles. As part of La Scalas ensemble, Barbieri sang at Covent Garden in 1950 and returned for Don Carlos in 1958. She continued singing well into the 1980s, principally playing Italian character parts.
Tullio Serafin was born near Venice in 1878 and trained in Milan. He soon conducted throughout Italy and at Covent Garden in 1907; at La Scala from 1909 and the Met (where he worked for ten years) from 1924; after the war he forged special musical links in Chicago and Rome whilst maintaining a busy recording career. Serafin was an astute coach and numbered Ponselle and Callas among his protegées. He encompassed a wide-ranging repertory and was one of the most influential operatic conductors of the century; Serafin pursued his career into venerable old age and died in 1968.
Paul Campion
1 The Prelude to the opera includes elements of the opening chorus that is to follow, a fugato associated with the conspirators and the theme of Riccardos first brief aria.
Act I
Scene 1
2 The scene is a hall in the house of the Governor of Boston, Riccardo. It is morning and deputies, gentlemen, officers and others are in attendance, together with Samuel, Tom and their fellow-conspirators. The two groups are contrasted, the first expressing their loyalty and the second plotting against the Governor. Riccardo enters and greets his friends, soldiers and the delegates, whose petition he receives. The page Oscar shows him the list of guests to the ball to be held by the Governor and Riccardo at once notices the name of his beloved Amelia, the wife of his loyal secretary, the Creole Renato.
3 Riccardo sings of his delight at seeing Amelia again and hearing her voice, while Oscar and the loyal gentlemen and officers add their own comments and the conspirators plot their future action. He dismisses the assembled gathering and Oscar, as he goes out, meets Renato, who remarks to himself on Riccardos sadness, while the latter thinks of Amelia, Renatos wife. Riccardo tells Renato that he has private anxieties, to which Renato answers that he knows all. Riccardo thinks Renato has discovered his secret passion for Amelia, but it is, in fact, the news of a plot against Riccardo that Renato brings. Riccardo is confident, however, of the peoples loyalty.
4 Renato stresses the importance of Riccardos safety to the country and its future. Oscar returns, ushering in the Chief Justice, who brings papers to be signed, condemning Ulrica, a black sorceress, to exile.
5 Oscar defends Ulrica for her foretelling of the future. The judge repeats his condemnation. Riccardo decides that he and his followers, in disguise, will visit the sorceress, a course of which Oscar approves but that Renato finds imprudent. He tells Oscar to find a fishermans costume, while the conspirators, who have gathered again, see a chance for their plots to come to fruition.
6 For Riccardo this is an opportunity for pleasure, while Renato continues to warn of the dangers threatening him. Riccardo, however, will try out the fortune-teller, supported by his followers, while the conspirators still murmur among themselves.
Scene 2
7 The scene is Ulricas dwelling. There is a fire burning and a cauldron on a tripod. The people assembled there await in awe the words of the sorceress, who calls on the King of the Abyss as she pronounces her spells. Riccardo enters, dressed as a fisherman, pushing his way through the crowd, but seeing none of his followers there. The people push him back and he stands aside, laughing, while the scene grows darker.
8 Ulrica cries out, as the Devil appears to her, with the whole future in his hand, unable to hide anything from her. The people waiting are delighted, but she calls for silence.
9 Silvano, a sailor, breaks through the crowd, seeking his future: he has served the Governor and risked his life, but has had no promotion in fifteen years service. Ulrica promises him money and promotion, as Riccardo slips a paper he has signed into Silvanos pocket. Silvano thanks Ulrica for her favourable prophecy and then finds his promotion papers in his pocket, to the enthusiastic amazement of the onlookers. There is a knock at a small, hidden side-door. Ulrica goes to open it and a servant enters, recognised by Riccardo as an emissary from Amelia. It seems she seeks a private meeting and Ulrica sends the crowd away, while Riccardo hides, to observe the scene.
10 Amelia enters in some agitation, replying to Ulricas question by telling her that she is tormented by a secret love and seeks peace. Riccardo is overjoyed at what he hears. Ulrica tells her of a magic herb to quench her secret passion, only to be gathered at night by the gallows. In spite of her horror, Amelia is willing to go alone to find the herb, although Riccardo is resolved to go with her.
11 Amelia prays that she may be cured of her love, comforted by Ulrica, while Riccardo is encouraged in his own love for her. Voices are heard outside, calling for Ulrica, who urges Amelia away, with Riccardo determined to follow.
12 Ulrica opens the main door and Samuel, Tom and their followers come in, with Oscar, gentlemen and officers dressed in different ways, and now joined by Riccardo. A group of knights calls on Ulrica to tell the future, while Riccardo secretly makes himself known to Oscar. He asks the witch about his own future and if his beloved is true to him, while he braves the dangers of the sea.
13 Riccardo gives Ulrica his hand, claiming the right to go first. She sees that he is a great man, born under the sign of Mars, but breaks off, unwilling to go on. Forced to continue, she tells him he will soon die, not on the field of battle but by the hand of a friend, so it is written. The onlookers are horrified.
14 Riccardo seeks to know whether this is a joke or madness. Ulrica turns to Tom and Samuel, who are not laughing at her prediction, which Riccardo rejects. He asks who is to kill him and is told that it will be the first now to take his hand, which he now offers to those by him, all of whom refuse to take it. At this moment Renato appears at the door, runs to Riccardo and takes his hand. The conspirators are relieved, Oscar accuses Ulrica of lying and Riccardo assures her that Renato is his closest friend. She recognises the Governor, who now pardons her and throws a purse to her. She praises his generosity, but warns him that there may be more than one traitor. Voices of people outside are heard, led by Silvano, praising Riccardo, and they now enter.
15 The people sing a martial hymn of patriotic fervour in praise of Riccardo, while the principal characters express their own views, Ulrica repeating her deadly prophecy, the conspirators frustrated for the moment.
Act II
16 The scene is a lonely field outside Boston, at the foot of a steep hill. To the left are two pillars, white in the moonlight. The music of the Prelude makes use of Amelias theme from the terzetto of the first act, in Ulricas hut. Amelia appears on the hill, then kneels and prays, before coming slowly down.
17 She is afraid, as she approaches the gallows, with the plant growing at its foot, fearful at every sound.
18 Once she has taken the magic herb, her love will go, and she steels herself to do what she must. Midnight sounds, bringing with it terrifying spectres, a head with glaring eyes rises from the ground, staring at her in anger. She falls to her knees, calling on the Lord for help.
19 Riccardo suddenly appears, telling her not to be afraid, but Amelia bids him leave her, which he refuses to do. She pleads for mercy, but he declares again his love, while she reminds him that she is the wife of his closest friend.
20 Riccardo continues to declare his love, seeking mercy from her. Amelia calls heaven to her aid and begs Riccardo to leave her, inducing her, at last, to admit her love for him, to his great delight.
21 He wants to hear her say the same words again, his love now the greater. Where Amelia had hoped to quench her own passion, it has now grown the greater. They declare again their love for one another.
22 The moon now shines more brightly, as they hear someone approaching. It is Renato, and Amelia at once lowers her veil in fear. He has come to warn Riccardo of the plotting of the conspirators. He gives Riccardo his cloak to escape his enemies who know he is with an unknown woman. Amelia secretly urges Riccardo to go, but he is unwilling to leave her. Eventually he asks Renato to escort Amelia, veiled and her identity unknown to him, back to the city. This Renato swears to do.
23 In agitation Amelia hears Riccardos enemies approaching and begs him to escape. Renato, looking towards the approaching conspirators, adds his urgent pleas to hers. Riccardo, faced by traitors, sees himself as a traitor to Renato. Eventually he hurries away.
24 Renato bids Amelia follow him, as Samuel, Tom and the conspirators draw near. They are challenged by Renato, disappointed to find Riccardo not there, but ready to unveil the woman standing there, as Amelia cries to heaven for help. Renato draws his sword to defend her, but Amelia drops her veil, to the astonishment of her husband and the others.
25 The conspirators find Renatos apparent assignation with his own wife ridiculous, while Renato is angry at Riccardos betrayal of him and deeply distressed, as he has saved Riccardo, the man who has dishonoured his wife. He invites the conspirators to his house the next day. They disperse, their voices heard from a distance as they go their various ways. Renato tells Amelia to come with him, as his voice has for her the sound of death.
Act III
Scene 1
1 The scene is a study in Renatos house. On a mantelpiece to one side stand two bronze vases and opposite there is a bookcase. In the background there is a magnificent portrait of Riccardo and in the middle of the room a table. Renato, the door shut, lays his sword on the table. He cannot forgive Amelia, with death the only possible outcome. He tells her to be quiet and seek mercy from the Lord. She pleads innocence, but he tells her she must die. She admits that she loved Riccardo for a moment but never sullied Renatos name. He is determined, however, that she must die. She begs him for one last favour.
2 Amelia begs to be allowed to see her child before she dies, killed by the boys father. Renato agrees to let her see her son, in darkness and silence hiding her dishonour and his shame. As she goes, he turns in anger to the portrait of Riccardo, the one on whom he should take revenge.
3 Renato accuses Riccardo of bringing dishonour on Amelia, betraying him and poisoning the world for him. He recalls his love for Amelia, in her beauty, now turned to hatred and death.
4 Joined by the conspirators, Renato makes it clear that he knows their plans to murder Riccardo, showing them papers that reveal this. To their surprise, however, he agrees to join them, assuring them of his change of heart, in spite of their incredulity, and with them demanding vengeance. He asks them the favour of allowing him to be the assassin. They disagree, but Renato takes a vase from the mantelpiece and Samuel writes their names on pieces of paper, throwing them into the vase.
5 At this moment Amelia comes in, telling Renato that Oscar is there with an invitation from the Governor. Renato sees her presence as a good omen, as he draws her towards the table and tells her to take a paper from the vase. She is apprehensive, suspecting some violent result. Under Renatos threatening gaze, she approaches the table, trembling, and draws out a paper, which her husband passes to Samuel. Renato asks whose name is on the paper, and Samuel sadly admits that it is Renatos, to the latters delight. Amelia realises that there is a plan to murder Riccardo, as they join together, expressing their various thoughts. Oscar comes in, inviting Amelia to the ball that Riccardo is to hold that evening. Amelia refuses, but Renato, learning that a masked ball is planned, accepts for them both.
6 Oscar is enthusiastic about the entertainment to be offered, with lights and music, while Renato, aside, voices his own thoughts at this opportunity for revenge, echoed by Samuel and Tom, who see the coming success of their plot. Amelia, meanwhile, realises her own part in the planned murder, as the one who drew the paper from the vase, wishing that she could frustrate their designs, without betraying her husband. Oscar tells her that she will be the queen of the ball, but she thinks that rôle should be Ulricas. Renato, Samuel and Tom plan their costume for the ball and their password, death.
Scene 2
7 In his finely appointed study Riccardo is writing, regretting the heartbreak that honour and duty demand. He is writing an order for Renato to return to England, where he will go, together with his wife, without saying goodbye. As he is about to sign the order, he drops his pen, while the orchestra recalls his first aria of love. He takes up the pen and signs the document, musing on his sacrifice.
8 Even if he must lose her for ever, he will always remember Amelia in his heart, yet he feels a presentiment of death, as if this were the last hour of their love. Guests are arriving and he wishes to see her again and talk to her. Oscar comes in, bringing a message from an unknown woman. Riccardo reads the paper that Oscar has given him, telling him that an attempt will be made on his life at the ball, yet if he does not go, people will say that he is afraid. He tells Oscar to hurry to join the entertainment with him, while, alone for a moment, he looks forward to seeing Amelia once again.
Scene 3
The Masked Ball
9 The scene is a richly decorated ballroom, brightly lit. The orchestra introduces music for the dance, as the guests gather, the majority masked, some in dominos, others in gala dress, with their faces covered. Among the dancing couples are some young Creoles. There are black servants and everything breathes magnificence and gaiety. The company express their delight. They are joined by Samuel, Tom and the conspirators, dressed, as they had agreed, in blue cloaks and hoods, with red sashes. Renato, in the same costume, comes slowly forward. They exchange the password, death. Oscar approaches Renato, whom he has recognised, and promises to follow him everywhere. He tells Renato that the Governor is there.
10 Oscar refuses to tell Renato what costume Riccardo is wearing, teasing him. They are separated by dancing couples, after which Renato rejoins Oscar, pleading urgent business with Riccardo. Oscar finally tells him that the Governor is wearing a black cloak with a pink ribbon on his chest. The dancers return, separating them once more.
11 Riccardo comes forward, thoughtful, wearing a black cloak with a pink ribbon, followed by Amelia in a white domino. Trying to avoid his recognition, she asks him why he is there and tells him to escape, since death threatens him. Riccardo is not afraid, but she urges flight. He wants to learn her name, but she cannot reveal it. Why then, he asks, is she so concerned about his life? He recognises Amelia, who warns him as strongly as she can to make his escape. He has no care for his own life, however, since Amelia loves him. He tells her of his order for Renatos return with her to England, bidding her a last farewell. Renato, unobserved by them, now leaps forward and stabs Riccardo, while Amelia cries out for help, as guards, officers and others rush in. They surround Renato, removing his mask, castigating him as a traitor. Riccardo, as he dies, calls on them to leave Renato.
12 He tells Renato that Amelia is innocent, swearing the truth of this, as he lies on his deathbed. He takes out the order for the departure of Renato and Amelia for England. Renato at once feels remorse, as Riccardo forgives him, dying, while those standing by praise his generosity in a night of horror.
Keith Anderson
Producers Note
The recording of Un Ballo in Maschera, heard here, was first released in Italy by La Voce Del Padrone during the Second World War but, owing to hostilities,was not issued in England until 1946. Sometime during the late 1940s, this recording was apparently also issued by Argentine Victor, but to my knowledge, no collector has ever seen a set of South American pressings.
For the present transfer, I have primarily used a set of surprisingly quiet English pressings. In the case of three sides, however, I opted to substitute Italian pressings, which yielded slightly cleaner sound than their English counterparts. The recorded sound is generally excellent with plenty of hall ambiance present. At the conclusion of a few sides, however, the microphones were switched off too quickly. In these instances, I have added just enough digital reverberation to cover the lack of decay. Another flaw in the recording is that the balance between the orchestra and singers often changes dramatically from side to side. Originally, these shifts in perspective would not have been so noticeable since each four-minute side had to be heard separately. I have attempted to address this problem by means of subtle alterations in equalisation and sound level.
Ward Marston
In 1997 Ward Marston was nominated for the Best Historical Album Grammy Award for his production work on BMGs Fritz Kreisler collection. According to the Chicago Tribune, Marstons name is synonymous with tender loving care to collectors of historical CDs. Opera News calls his work revelatory, and Fanfare deems him miraculous. In 1996 Ward Marston received the Gramophone award for Historical Vocal Recording of the Year, honouring his production and engineering work on Romophones complete recordings of Lucrezia Bori. He also served as re-recording engineer for the Franklin Mints Arturo Toscanini issue and BMGs Sergey Rachmaninov recordings, both winners of the Best Historical Album Grammy. Born blind in 1952, Ward Marston has amassed tens of thousands of opera classical records over the past four decades. Following a stint in radio while a student at Williams College, he became well-known as a reissue producer in 1979, when he restored the earliest known stereo recording made by the Bell Telephone Laboratories in 1932. In the past, Ward Marston has produced records for a number of major and specialist record companies. Now he is bringing his distinctive sonic vision to bear on recordings released on the Naxos Historical label. Ultimately his goal is to make the music he remasters sound as natural as possible and true to life by lifting the voices off his old 78rpm recordings. His aim is to promote the importance of preserving old recordings and make available the works of great musicians who need to be heard.
The Naxos historical label aims to make available the greatest recordings in the history of recorded music, in the best and truest sound that contemporary technology can provide. To achieve this aim, Naxos has engaged a number of respected restorers who have the dedication, skill and experience to produce restorations that have set new standards in the field of historical recordings.
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Ni = Nis = Nir = without (beyond)
Sarga = things, phenomena
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Datta = sharing or giving
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'Nisarga Yoga' means: union with that which is beyond phenomena
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Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj was born on 17th April 1897 in Bombay (Maharashtra, India), on the day of Hanuman Jayanti. Coinciding his birthday with this annual celebration, Nisargadatta's parents Parvatibai and Shivrampant Kambli chose to name him 'Maruti', another name for Lord Hanuman. Nisargadatta studied up to the 4th standard and spent his early years in Kandalgoan – a village in the Sindhudurg district, where his parents owned a small farm.
The atmosphere at Nisargadatta's family house had always been quite religious and ritualistic. Nisargadatta's father had a learned Brahmin friend by the name of Vishnu Haribhau Gore, whose early association with the family had a lasting influence on Nisargadatta. As a child, Nisargadatta always had an inclination towards matters of spirituality, and with Vishnu Gore's questions about the relation between God, Man, and the material world, this fire continued to be fiercely fuelled even more with time.
After his father's death in the year 1915, Nisargadatta moved back to Bombay to earn a livelihood for the family as a clerk with a private firm. However, owing to his strong independent nature, Nisargadatta soon took to trading of his own. He started a business of making and selling hand-made local cigarettes with one shop that soon multiplied into eight shops. He got married to Sumatibai in the year 1924, and raised a family of four children with her while continuing living in Bombay. The thriving material life could bring no contentment to Nisargadatta as his quest for truth was still unfulfilled.
It was at the age of 34 in 1933 that Nisargadatta first met his Guru Sri Samartha Siddharameshwar Maharaj of the Navanath Sampraday. Siddharameshwar Maharaj's teachings revolved around the realisation of self-knowledge and the renunciation of the impermanent. Nisargadatta Maharaj was introduced to his Guru through Yeshwantrao Bagkar – a friend of him who was very well aware of his spiritual quest.
Soon after meeting his Guru Sri Samartha Siddharameshwar Maharaj, Nisargadatta received initiation and continued to perform his spiritual duties with utmost dedication. Three years after meeting his guru, Nisargadatta attained realisation and took the name of 'Nisargadatta' which means 'Giver of the natural state'. Nisargadatta became part of the Navnath Sampradaya, a lineage which originated from nine gurus. Sri Bhausahib Maharaj later established what came to be known as Inchegeri Sampradaya, a branch within the traditional lineage which Nisargadatta belonged. The original nine Navnath masters were Matsyendranath, Gorakhnath, Jalandharnath, Kantinath, Gahininath, Bhartrinath, Revananath, Charpatnath and Naganath. You can read about the Inchegeri Sampradaya here.
After Sri Siddharameshwar Maharaj took mahasamadh in the year 1936, Nisargadatta suddenly decided to abandon the material life and left his family and business behind to visit many places of worship in Southern India. During one such day on the way to the North when he had made up his mind to spend the rest of his life in the Himalayas, Nisargadatta realised that such wanderings were not the ultimate solution. A discussion with a fellow guru-brother made him realise that dispassionate action in an active life is more meaningful than in an inactive and abandoned life.
Soon, Nisargadatta returned to Bombay and found out that only one of his eight shops had remained. But this was enough for him, for he knew that one shop would suffice for his worldly needs. As Nisargadatta would sit in his shop every day, there would always be someone visiting, and talks on the ultimate meaning of life would eventually begin. Gradually, the number of people outside his shop increased to form a small crowd who came to listen to Nisargadatta's words of wisdom. After his son was old enough to manage the shop on his own, Nisargadatta retired to the loft he had created in his home for his personal use. Over time the space assumed the sanctity of a small ashram.
Nisargadatta started to give initiation to his disciples from 1951 onwards. Thousands of disciples from different parts of the country and world were graced to receive the precious initiation ("Nama Mantra"), as he continued to provide the highest spiritual knowledge to each and every earnest seeker.
Nisargadatta was not only one of the most influential spiritual Gurus of his time, but also one of the most noteworthy spiritual teachers ever. What brought Nisargadatta worldwide recognition and followers was the publication of his master work 'I Am That' – an English translation of his talks in Marathi by Maurice Frydman. 'I Am That' included an appendix by Frydman titled 'Nisarga Yoga'.
Nisargadatta's teaching and message to his disciples, known as Nisarga Yoga, always revolved around the concept of self-knowledge. Although he did not teach any formal method of spiritual practice to attain self-knowledge, he always inspired his disciples to look within and understand one's true nature. He consistently affirmed that each had his or her own way, that there could not only be a single method or technique to help everyone in the realisation of truth. Following the traditions of his own Guru, Nisargadatta urged his disciples to concentrate on the 'I Am', to find it, and stay with it to discover life's eternal source beyond both the illusory world of duality and even consciousness.
In September of 1981 died one of the most extraordinary spiritual teachers in the history of humanity. Nisargadatta attained Mahasamadhi on September 8, 1981, at 7:30 p.m.
The following are the last words of Maharaj before he lost his voice:
"I feel the pain in the body but have no pain of dying. I am "That" which always exists and which is prior to manifestation."


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Top 9 Highlights of Thredbo's Australia Day Holiday
Posted on Friday, 30th of January 2015
Top 9 Highlights of Thredbo's Australia Day Holiday
It's always great to take a moment and appreciate all the things we love about Australia and about being Australians. Thredbo proved the perfect location to be over the Australia Day long weekend (24 – 26 January).
The vibe was friendly, a very mixed-ages crowd and extremely multicultural. As more Australians discover the perks of spending time in the cool village of Thredbo it just keeps getting better.
Here are our highlights of the Australia Day long weekend in Thredbo:
1. Poetry Reading at the top of Mt Kosciuszko
A bit of a lost art, poetry reading. Very popular in days gone by, it is nice to have an opportunity to hear some being read.
At 12 noon on the peak of Australia's highest mountain, Mt Kosciuszko (2228 metres) it was a very cool place to be for the crowd who gathered there, we were in for a treat.
Nick Kirshner, dressed in classical rural Australian clothing complete with riding hat and boots treated us to a rendition of two famous Australian poems; 'I Love A Sunburnt Country' by Dorothea Mackellar and 'The Man From Snowy River' by Banjo Patterson. These were accompanied by a little prelude about Banjo's local life and influences.
There was no finer place to be and for those of us there it went a long way to help understand the very Alpine environment which inspired Banjo Patterson, as he wrote those fabled words.
Children and adults all stood and sat around to listen. For the walk itself, it was a blissfully sunny day and many walkers from babies to seniors were out on the iron path as it weaved its way from from the top of Eagles Nest to the summit.
There were many cries of 'Happy Australia Day' on the 6.5km path to the summit, as well as on the return to the village. Thredbo Resort put on a BBQ 4km into the ascent, the red Thredbo tent a welcome sight for weary legs and hungry walkers. Australia's highest toilet made for an interesting experience.
2. Alfresco beers and bands in the sun
Summer sipping and sitting out in the sun go hand in hand. As many other parts of Australia drizzled and poured, we lucky folks enjoyed the sun on our backs in many locations around the village on Australia Day Eve.
A jovial crowd relaxed around the pool near the bridge at the base of the mountain, sipping beers on tap and listening to the live band as Australian flags fluttered cheerfully above.
The crowd was not only for 'youngies', both older folks and younger people mixed well. Definitely a winner as a destination for taking grandma and grandkids alike. Children ran around nearby, climbing on statues and riding trikes and scooters. The lack of car traffic made it a safe place for them to frolick.
Upstairs at The Pub, visitors enjoyed the sun on the deck, while toddlers ran about safely enclosed as parents watched on with a Kosciuszko Ale or two.
The Denman Hotel also had live music, their deck was a sunny happy place to watch pedestrians pass by. It felt like an Austrian or French village, where people watching is the sport du jour. At night the evening sounds were tiny echoes of twinkled laughter and gentle beats. Happy sounds, not intrusive. There was more action well into the night for those who could stay up.
Eagles Nest was a great spot Australia Day or Australia Day-eve to enjoy a cold Mt Kosciuszko beer. The sky was an endless bright blue both days and the vista of mountain ranges from the top of an already high mountain was pretty special. Groups of seniors had the right idea, sitting right at the window enjoying the sun and watching people dismount from the chairlift…just taking time to enjoy life.
3. Indoor Skateboarding
A one of a kind experience, which will get us heading back next year with keen young skateboarders in tow. And a free activity as well. The Keller bar transformed its nightclub floor into a skateboard heaven of various sized ramps for tricks. The vibe was friendly and welcoming. Even though the age group favoured late teens to late twenty year old guys, it was an open inclusive space. Rarely do you find that undercover all ages supervised space. Pity we forgot the skate boards.
4. Mountain Bike Mecca
Look out it's Man-Town…almost. The place was ablaze with Thredbo mountain biking enthusiasts. There were women there, of course. Just very hard to determine gender with all that mountain bike armour. Mountain bikers rode around the village streets, took bikes up the chairlifts, packed bikes on top of cars and were all over the hill like ants at a picnic.
A third of the alfresco beer sippers wore lycra and had padding on elbows and chest. Riding mountain bikes was thirsty work. Out on the Pump Track it was kid heaven with up to 6 bike riders concentrating hard as they completed circuits consisting of up and down dirt jumps and bends. The youngest on training wheels when the track become quiet. Definitely a note to self for next time we are in Thredbo to pack the kids' bikes. It is bike heaven from age 1-90.
5. Village Green Fun
A not so little known secret of Thredbo, it seems. The village green on the west side of Thredbo (near the duck pond and playground) was in full use over the weekend. At any one time visitors threw footballs to each other, played soccer, cricket or just used it to ride bikes all over the green or around on the foot path. People relaxed in the sun on picnic chairs with coffees, waters and snacks while small children played on the swings and slide. It was very multicultural and a great space to be. Just outside enjoying nature, no place else to be.
6. Friendly Faces
I don't work for Thredbo Resort, and so I don't say this glibly. I have never met such friendly people as the guides and staff who work there. Supposing this is, after all and a free country, if you didn't enjoy what you did, there's plenty of other places staff could go and work, it seems that friendliness is a requirement of the job (maybe there's a policy somewhere?).
Young Mackenzie Diver greeted us enthusiastically handing out Aussie flags at the bottom of the chairlift on Australia Day morning. During the walk up to the summit we met a group of walkers sitting on rocks at a rest stop 2km into the walk. Thredbo guide Geoff Greentree was surrounded by his group of predominantly older walkers and was a friendly chirpy model of Aussie happiness. Something in the water down there, our group remarked to ourselves, on our reluctant trip home to chilly wet Sydney after a weekend in Thredbo.
7. Riding the Chairlift
It was our first experience getting on a chairlift in the summer time (minus skis on our feet like we do in the winter) and it's amazing how quickly everything you know goes out the window about how to properly get on and off. It was funny how we automatically raised our feet at the top of the chairlift (as we do if we have skis on).
I really noticed how professional the lifties were, for safety's sake never assuming we know what to do, telling us exactly where to stand and where to exit without being patronising. Always with a bright and friendly smile, it really was appreciated. Especially when travelling with kids who had to travel on the chairlift separate to adults.
8. Thredbo Restaurant Recommendation
A top way to enjoy an Australia Day-eve dinner was at the Knickerbocker Restaurant. Jean – Michel's French inspiration on an established Thredbo restaurant such as the Knickerbocker was a very relaxed place to enjoy the sun setting over the mountains and the green mountainous vista filling every window.
Not your fish and chips style family venue, the restaurant still managed to enjoy a mixed age crowd for diners. Calfskin booth style seats, artwork filling an entire wall, fishing and skiing lifestyle decor vying for position with dried wildflowers, it was cosy on a grand scale. A shared entree of goats cheese mousse, beetroot carpaccio, apple and raspberries sent taste buds wild.
Mains of duck leg and fish of the day were equally delicious. Staff were friendly and flexible, particularly when the toddler was unsettled with the babysitter back at our accommodation. We changed our booking to a later time but turned up early and had to duck back to the apartment to grab her and bring her down to the restaurant.
Staff were totally fine with her sleeping in our arms as we finished our meal. That's the beauty of having a restaurant just a minute's stroll down the road instead of driving from the city.
9. Thredbo Accommodation
A great place to base yourself and your family over next year's Australia Day holiday weekend is at any of the Lantern Thredbo Apartments.
There are a range of one to four star self-contained apartments available, located in various places around the village, depending on whether you prefer to be close to the base of the mountain (Snow Stream or Akuna Chalet), higher up on the hillside to enjoy the views (Lantern or Banjo), closer to the golf, Knickerbocker restaurant or the Village Green (Lhotsky), close to the Black Bear restaurant (Elevation) or any other particular wish you have.
Just call Ian or Jill and they can help you find the right apartment for you, depending on whether you don't mind a stroll around the village, need a car space or would like a view. Some apartments are simple therefore slightly cheaper. If you know you're just crashing into bed after full days hiking, enjoying live music and dining out, it may be the type for you. Other apartments are more aesthetically pleasing if you're happy to be in the apartment for longer periods in between activities.
Many of the apartments have been renovated, or have a bath or spa bath. All have washing machines and either kitchens or kitchenettes. Lots of apartments have lovely alpine inspired wall decor and great views of green mountain covered in wildflowers – bang- straight outside your eyeballs, it seems on these glorious sunshine filled days as these.
Accommodation highlight – One of the Lhotsky apartments at Lantern Thredbo Apartments was a great place for our family to base ourselves over the weekend. The dining room area had a great view from the lounge/ dining room and balcony and there was ample space for children to play and spread toys out. The kitchen had everything we needed to fuel everyone up for breakfast prior to our walk.
Bedrooms were generous space-wise with lots of cupboard space and located downstairs away from the rabble of anyone talking in the lounge room or if the TV was on.
The bath got the kids gleaming again after running around on the Pump track, as did the laundry for all their grass and fire engine drink stains.
It was a pretty walk along a path straight down to the duck pond and playground and the apartment had a car space. Handy for families who need to duck back to the stairs 3000 times for forgotten toys, hats or shoes.
A car space is not so necessary for child-free couples, pairs of friends or groups of mates who prefer to travel lightly with one or two pieces of luggage each and are fit and healthy to enjoy walking up to their apartment located higher up the village. Plenty of fit looking seniors appeared to be taking a leaf from European villagers' book by utilising Thredbo's plethora of trails and tracks to access accommodation higher up for this purpose. Looks like they nailed the 'drink on the way home' side of life too.
Lantern has quite a few reasonably priced one bedroom apartments with pretty balconies but without car spaces, that would be perfect for child-free Australia Day weekend revellers. To sit out in the sunshine in the afternoon enjoying a glass of wine and a cheese platter without the cacophany of shrill child screams and demands would be divine.
Meanwhile there are some great summer accommodation specials at Lantern Thredbo that are definitely worth taking advantage of including, a walking package (6 nights for price of 4) , a mountain bike package (3 nights & free equipment hire) and a summer action package (3 nights for price of 2 + free activity passes).
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We all know how unpleasant a strep throat can be. This bacterial infection causes pain and swelling in the throat. In case you don't treat it on time, many more serious diseases can appear like kidney inflammation and rheumatic fever.
Usually, strep throat appears a result of the group A streptococcus bacteria also called the Streptococcus pyogenes. It's highly contagious bacteria.
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2. Apple Cider Vinegar
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3. Vitamin D
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6. Elderberry
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Teas are amazing against inflammations. They can also calm down the pain since they contain some great properties. Herbal teas can also improve your complete immune system. Chamomile tea is among the richest in antioxidants. It will help you fight the congestion, swelling, pain and redness very easily.
10. Himalayan Salt
This amazing type of salt will alkalize your mouth because it's full of antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It will destroy all the bacteria. Melt a little bit of salt into a glass of water and gargle with it.


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Why askable adults? In a 2017 survey, Vermont's children and youth identified an array of concerns that cause them stress in their everyday lives—including drug and alcohol use; poverty; sexism and harassment; body shaming and bullying; and homophobia and transphobia. When asked what would help, young people said that the number one solution would be more adults they can confide in … Read More
Vermont Network Statement on Allegations of Sexual Abuse and Misconduct at Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility
December 6th, 2019 Media Contact: Karen Tronsgard-Scott, Executive Director firstname.lastname@example.com Earlier this week, Seven Days published a deeply disturbing report about allegations of sexual abuse and misconduct at Vermont's only women's correctional facility, the Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility. The Vermont Network has operated a program inside Vermont's Women's Prison for decades which works with and supports victims of domestic and … Read More
Advocacy Week 2019
This week, we are celebrating the works that advocates do to support survivors across the state. As part of our Advocacy Week Celebration, we are blogging daily, focusing on a different theme of Advocacy each day. Click the theme below to read a post on our blog featuring the voices of advocates!
Housing Protections
The legislature recently passed critical housing protections for victims of domestic violence, sexual violence and stalking. These protections include: Check out these frequently asked questions to learn more:
On the Blog: Legislative Wrap-Up
We just finished up a whirlwind legislative session here in Vermont! This was my first session with the Vermont Network and what an interesting session to join in this important work. The legislature saw a record number of bills introduced this year and the House and Senate grapples with a number of important economic and social justice issues. Advocates from … Read More
Digital Narratives: Youth Stories of Connection and Joy
The Vermont Network sponsors digital storytelling workshops with youth, supporting them to share stories of connectedness, well-being and resilience. These stories help grow healthy individuals, relationships and communities. Digital storytelling workshops lift up what participants already know about how to solve challenges, build connections and make change. Want to learn more? Check out the digital narratives below or click here … Read More
Join the Conversation: #askableadultvt
In a statewide youth survey, Vermont youth overwhelmingly ranked having more askable and supportive adults in their lives the #1 thing that would address their concerns at school and in their communities. This April during Sexual Violence Awareness Month, the Vermont Network Youth Advocacy Task Force is launching a social media campaign to elevate youth voices by asking youth to share what an … Read More
2018 Annual Report
In 2018 the Vermont Network stepped further into our purpose of creating a world where all people thrive. Click here to read more about this work.
2018 Data Snapshot: Meeting the Needs of Vermonters
Domestic and sexual violence occur in every community in Vermont and often, this harm is hidden from view. Our new data snapshot helps provide context and shape to the experiences of thousands of Vermonters. In 2018 alone, Member Organizations of the Vermont Network helped 8,550 people. Learn more about how survivors throughout Vermont are supported in their communities. Click here … Read More
Vermont Network's 2019 Legislative Agenda
Our purpose is create a world free from oppression where actions, beliefs and systems support all people to thrive. This year's legislative agenda is focused on ending domestic violence homicides, establishing housing protections for victims, and ensuring economic supports. Click here to read our full agenda.


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What Cause Prostate Cancer?
There have been many attempts to establish links between various factors and the risk for prostate cancer. The factors listed below are what many would think are risk factors for prostate cancer, but in reality they have little or no effect on the risk for developing prostate cancer.
A vasectomy is a surgical procedure performed to make a man infertile. Some studies have suggested that men who had a vasectomy before the age of 35 may have a slightly increased risk for prostate cancer.
However, results of studies to establish this link have been mixed and are not strong enough to warrant recommendation that men wait to have this procedure or reverse the procedure.
As cigarette smoke contains cancer-causing chemicals (also called carcinogens), some scientists thought smoking may be a risk factor of prostate cancer. In reality, smoking increases your risk of developing lung cancer, as well as other cancers, such as prostate cancer.
Although men who smoke may have a higher mortality rate from prostate cancer than non-smokers, evidence does not suggest a link between smoking and the development of prostate cancer. Smoking has been clearly linked to other illnesses including cancers of the lung, mouth, throat, bladder, kidney, pancreas, and stomach, as well as heart disease, pneumonia, cataracts, and a serious from of gum disease called periodontitis.
Sexual Activity
This leads to many men asking if a man's level of sexual activity has any impact on his risk for developing prostate cancer.
Different groups of men have been studied in an effort to establish if sexual activity is a prostate cancer risk factor. Studies on married men with or without children, unmarried men with one or more sexual partners, young men, older men and so on did not provide any strong evidence of a relationship between sexual activity or inactivity and the risk for prostate cancer.
Viruses And Other Infections
Many viruses can infect the prostate, just as they can infect any other tissue in the body. Viral infections can cause inflammation and problems with urination.
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I thought this card would be a fun follow-up to the last card I shared since it also features the new Tim Holtz Gears Texture Fade.
For this card, I used my eclips and Stamp2Cut to cut an intricate window in the front of my card. To do this, I placed my blank card front on my eclips cutting mat and set it to cut the outline of the Gears Blueprint image. After cutting, I embossed the front of the card using the Gears Texture Fade.
I applied Brushed Pewter Distress Stain to the front of the card. After drying the stain, I accented the edges with Vintage Photo Distress Ink using an ink blending tool.
I stamped several copies of the image on white cardstock. I cut out multiples using the eclips and Stamp2Cut so that I could layer the images to make them look more dimensional. I used a water brush to paint the gear pieces with the three colors of metallic Distress Stain. After drying the images I used an ink blending tool to apply Vintage Photo Distress Stain to the edges. I adhered the stamped gears to the inside of the card, lining up the images with the cut out outline on the front of the card so that when closed, the image inside would show through and match up.
I cut a piece of clear shrink plastic to the same size as my card front. I applied a thin strip of Wonder Tape around the edges of the card front on the inside of the card to hold the plastic in place.
I added mini brads (love that these look like little screws) through some of the gears embossed on the card. I inserted the brads through the cover and plastic. The flattened brads helped to hold the plastic down through the center of the card.
I also added several metal gear embellishments to the plastic that matched up with the stamped image on the inside of the card.
I used both the original and newer mini gears from Tim Holtz Idea-ology.
For the front of the card, I stamped a sentiment on a piece of manila cardstock that I stained with Antique Linen Distress Stain and Vintage Photo Distress Ink. I used an edge tool to make the edges rough. I adhered the piece of the cover and added a mini paper clip to edge.
I love that this card looks kind of complicated even though it was simple to create! Thanks to the eclips, I had super detailed cuts in no time at all. My favorite touch is the window with the floating elements. I think it is a wow kind of thing that would make a big impact on any card.
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Although it's hard to believe, but this is the first compilation that Marco Carola has ever mixed. Why is that? He dots the I himself: "I was probably waiting for the right time to do a mix CD. I think a mix CD is something that has to be – it's different, you don't really listen in a club. You probably listen in the car, or at home, in the office...what I'm actually playing today could be listened to everywhere. So I think it made me realise it was really, really the time to do something like this. I wanted to do something a little special. With Fabric, with the attention they put on the artist and label, it's good."
All you have to do is follow the link below and answer the competition question
Three copies of the Fabric 31 mixed by Marco Carola
The competition deadline is December 10th. Winners will be notified by email on December 11th. Good luck from the Beat Factor team!
From what the Dj says and from what we can see just glimpsing at the playlist, the compilation sounds like a great work, something that it was really worth wating for.
01 - Matt John - Io - Underl_ne
02 - erikOtanabE - Eclat and Prudo (Alfa Romero Rmx) - MiniSketch
03 - Chris Carrier - Sure Shot - Adult Only
04 - Marek Bois - You Got Good Ash (Gabriel Ananda Rmx) - Trapez
05 - Fusiphorm - I am...you! (Someone Else Rmx) - FoundSound
06 - Timo Anttila - Nakuta - Frozen North
07 - Barem - Cilindro - FoundSound
08 - Mathias Kaden - Snowman - We Are
09 - Paco Osuna - Cretine - Plus 8
10 - Fraktion - Acidrop - Resopal Schallware
11 - Marc Houle - Kicker - Minus
12 - Audio Werner - Onandon - Perlon
13 - Dolly La Parton - Whenever - Bemysheep
14 - Microfunk aka 2000 and One and Dave Ellesmere - Pecan - Remote Area Records
15 - Details - Change - Loose
16 - Dario Zenker - newbe (Heartthrob's are u gay Remix) - Esperanza
17 - Ernie - Escarabajos - Signs Of Authority
18 - Alex Smoke - Plunder - Soma
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Guns, bombs, airplanes… and ZOMBIES?!
Yes, zombies. This project features a live action trailer produced by RealtimeUK in collaboration with Space Digital and flaregames.
The teams here made a live action trailer for the follow-up of the #1 top-grossing mobile game, Zombie Gunship. They really put a lot of heart and soul into this and they had fun while doing so.
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Maybe Brent Sutter's luck has changed.
His Calgary Flames only won three of 12 games which went to shootout this year, a significant statistic when you fall five points short of a playoff position.
Here Sunday, the former coach of the Flames won one in his debut with Team Canada preparing for the world hockey championships.
The road to Helskini started out here with Jordan Eberle scoring with 0.08 remaining on the scoreboard clock to tie the game and then scoring the only goal of the shootout. Oilers teammate Devan Dubnyk won player of the game honours in goal as Canada defeated Switzerland 2-1.
Canada beating Switzerland in a shootout in a pre-tournament game coming off their overseas flights is hardly cause for national celebration.
But Sutter liked what was involved. And the Central Alberta rancher and Red Deer Rebels owner, who is 19-0-1 coaching Canada in junior, definitely liked the result of the shootout after Flames' defenceman Jay Bouwmeester, ironically, missed on the best chance to win it in overtime with 10 seconds to play.
First of all, there's nothing like a reminder, before the tournament instead of during it, of how good these teams can be, especially when they are motivated by an opportunity to beat Team Canada.
This Swiss have been relatively successful at that recently. In the last four official meetings, Switzerland won in 2006 at the Olympics, 2010 world championships and lost in overtime in both the 2010 Olympics and 2011 Worlds.
And it was also a reminder of how significantly different the environment can be playing in Europe.
Fribourg, located 130 kilometres south of Zurich, is home to the largest protected medieval old town in Europe with a 6,800-seat classic old arena (accent more on old, than classic, unlike the old town) with right-on-top-of-you steep seating and a capacity crowd singing in the standing room end zones an hour before game time.
The Swiss who, like most European teams without an abundance of NHL talent to pick up, have been together for weeks. They played hard and well.
"To be involved in a game like that in a scene like that and to win it, it's a positive," said Sutter.
"The pace was really high for the first 40 minutes. The Swiss played a pretty good attack game. You could see us start to play straight-legged after that. We had guys like Patrick Sharp and Duncan Keith who hadn't even practised with the team once."
There were no official shots on goal recorded in the pre-tournament game, but a good guess would have been that No. 40 made about 40 saves.
Dubnyk, the No. 3 goalie for Team Canada the previous two springs at the world, who had only seen 13 minutes of mop-up action in a tournament game against France, admitted he was a little anxious for this one.
"I really wanted it," said the about-to-be-married 25-year-old, who finally earned Oilers No. 1 netminder status late this season.
Dubnyk had to deal not only with the Swiss but the arena, which features windows at either end with natural light in the building.
"It was weird. Especially with it being an afternoon game. At the other end in the second period, I found it a lot brighter."
Dubnyk was also happy it didn't feel like an exhibition game.
"That was a real good game. They played well. They're a good team which always seems to play well against Canada," he said of the squad Sherwood Park product Cam Ward of the Carolina Hurricanes will face Tuesday in Kloten.
Dubnyk looked like he was going to end up with a loss when Daniel Rubin converted a pass from the corner with 1:50 remaining. He was out of the net for the final 53 seconds, watching Eberle even it up on a mid-air pass from Duncan Keith and then win it in the shootout.
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Paradise Found! Rare opportunity to own over an acre on the coveted deep water of Joe's Bayou, and still be able to walk out onto your own private beach! Fishermen, yacht enthusiasts and sun worshippers of any kind are welcome here! This luxury property is located less than 2 miles from the Destin Executive Airport,and convenient to everything Destin has to offer! Carefully thought out and designed Key West style compound was completely refurbished in 2019, and makes this place the forever home you have been dreaming about. Over 5,000 total square feet of living space. Main house boasts just over 3,700 of that to include pecky cypress ceilings, old world brick, distressed oak floors, 2 A/C units, 2 Rennai, reverse osmosis Cullighan water system, state of the art wiring and technology, and central vacuum. Walk into this amazing kitchen that is fully outfitted with all Viking appliances including large refrigerator/freezer, double wall ovens and microwave. Perfect for even the most accomplished chef, and offering up spectacular views of the bayou and bay while you cook and entertain. Huge kitchen island and vast bar space all come together perfectly in this magnificent kitchen that is accented by a beautiful old world brick wall. Did I mention the built in steamer that is perfect for a sushi bar or the Wolf expresso/cappucino maker? Beautiful cabinetry with tons of storage including double slider drawers and pull out shelving, which extends into the oversized butler's pantry. (pantry includes another stainless refrigerator and extensive storage and cabinetry) Multiple large windows in this open floor plan showcase the paradise that awaits outside, including a beautiful heated salt water pool with sun shelf, Jerusalem stone surround, extensive outdoor kitchen with 2 green eggs, 2 side burners and a deep boil burner, top of the line DCS grill, DCS refrigerator and a custom hand crafted Sunbrella kite rain/shade cover. Dusk to dawn unique lights set the tone for the rest of the outdoor area including over 2,000 feet of multi level Trex decking, a wonderful hot tub with WiFi that is perfectly positioned for the gorgeous sunsets, Sunbrite outdoor television, and a sound system that is perfect for parties and large gatherings or an intimate evening outdoors. Custom built pool bath was designed as a new addition to this home, and is equally impressive with rain shower head, pedestal sink, exquisite tile work and a french drain. At the water's edge you will find a charming boat house lined in Brazilian Rose wood. Choose a lazy day in the sand and shallow water, or take a stroll down the dock that leads you to a custom boat lift with custom canopy that currently accommodates both a boat and jet ski, or make use of the slip that will easily accommodate a yacht in excess of 60 feet. What else could anyone ask for? Maybe a front row seat for the bottlenose dolphin, blue herons, and osprey...oh, well you have that too!
Should you choose to spend your day or evening inside, the choice of where to spend your time may be hard as well. Spacious multi purpose room with wood burning fireplace and cathedral pecky cypress ceilings offers up a spectacular view, or you may choose to cozy up and watch a movie in the surround sound theater room that has been outfitted with amazing electronics and sound proofing doors. Whatever you choose, make sure to stop by the wine cellar, affectionately known as the "hurricane shelter" which perfectly stores a minimum of 1,500 bottles of wine, and is already generously stocked for you! Beautiful accent lighting, brick floors, new a/c, and old world wood and glass doors make this grandstanding wine cellar a true focal point and experience.
The main house could not truly be complete without the waterfront master suite! The master bathroom is a spa retreat of its own. Spacious double vanity area has a true Hollywood feel with elegant tile walls and stone floors, LED Seura mirrors, crystal pendant lights and a Toto 2 bidet with remote control and night lights. The shower is in a class of its own as well with a Thermasol steam spa including 3 shower heads, a fully tiled body recliner and bench that allows you to relax and appreciate the genuine steam/spa experience while you choose your own mood lighting and sounds, all controlled through a WiFi system customizable for 2 users. Slip into your robe and wander through your cedar lined closet that offers a dressing area, valets, extensive shelving and storage, and can accommodate the most discerning shopper!
Living in Paradise, you will always find you have guests, and the guest cottage will not disappoint. Newly constructed and beautifully tiled throughout; 2 elegantly designed full bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with all new appliances, large island and breakfast bar, living room, 2 additional bedrooms and a full size laundry room may allow your guests to get too comfortable! This cottage would make the perfect mother-in-law quarters or function as a captain's cabin to house the crew for your yacht when needed. Each room has it's own Mitsubishi mini-split, so accommodating everyone's comfort needs is never an issue. Pre-approved plans for an additional garage with living quarters above also convey with this property. Truly, no detail has been overlooked.
This is a one of a kind property that is a must see! Finding this type of Paradise offering both a beach and the deep water of Joe's Bayou is a rare find indeed! You will truly appreciate the meticulous care the owners have put into this beautiful home as well as the grounds. Avoid the traffic and choose to travel by boat for a sunset cruise, dinner, or to watch the fireworks over the Destin bridge. What a spectacular place to call home. As I always say...Vacation on the beach, but live on the Bay!
|Detached Single Family
|Paved Road
|100 x 467 x 100 x 490
|Electric,Gas - Natural,Other,Phone,Public Sewer,Public Water,TV Cable
|Resid Single Family
|Boat,Garage Attached
|Auto Garage Door Opn,Central Vacuum,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Range Hood,Security System,Smoke Detector,Stove/Oven Gas
|AC - 2 or More,Ceiling Fans,Water Heater - Tnkls,Water Heater - Two +
|Breakfast Bar,Fireplace,Floor Hardwood,Floor Tile,Guest Quarters,Kitchen Island,Newly Painted,Pantry,Plantation Shutters,Renovated,Upgraded Media Wing,Washer/Dryer Hookup
|Boat Slip,Boatlift,Dock,Fenced Back Yard,Guest Quarters,Hot Tub,Lawn Pump,Patio Covered,Pool - Heated,Pool - In-Ground,Separate Living Area,Shower,Sprinkler System,Summer Kitchen
|Kitchen : 20 x 18
Media Room : 14 x 14
Pantry : 12 x 7
Master Bathroom : 19 x 11
Master Bedroom : 19 x 15
Living Room : 24 x 20
Bedroom : 14 x 13
Location & Map
Turn North on Main Street from Hwy 98, follow to Bayou Drive on the left. Follow around curve, house will be on the left.


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