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Saturday at 2 p.m. at Draper Diamond the Lady Bisons will play a doubleheader against Middle Tennessee State. At 11 a.m. there will be an alumni game.
Ryman is looking for replacements at first base, second base, third base and center field. But virtually every position is open as fall drills continue for the defending Atlantic Sun Champions.
"We are young again and the youth is showing in a lot of different areas, but things are looking good so far," Ryman said. "We have been showing the new players what our expectations are and how we do things like running practice.
"Our young ones are learning pretty quickly what Lipscomb softball is all about. But we are still in that transition period."
Ryman has a lot of players competing at most positions.
In center field sophomore Bree Thurman and senior Mackenzie Tucker are vying to replace Lauren Dortwegt.
"Both of them played center prior to coming to Lipscomb," Ryman said. "Mackenzie got used to playing in left and Bree got used to playing in right. Now they have to get back into a center field mentality."
Christen Campbell was a mainstay at third base. Ryman is working with sophomore Lacy Walker and freshman Rena' Cothron at third.
"They have to get game experience this fall," Ryman said. "They have both shown some good things in practice and they have both shown some weaknesses.
"They both work extremely hard. They both have great attitudes. It is going to come down to which one gets it done on a consistent basis."
Mollie Mitchell, a two-time All A-Sun performer at catcher, is also working at third.
"She is one of the best, if not the best, catchers in the conference," Ryman said. "I really don't want to take her from behind the plate. But I think third could be an option if we need her there.
Freshman Haley Elliott is a freshman who could fill in for Mitchell at the catcher position.
"Haley has worked behind the plate with Molly," Ryman said. "She has shown a lot of improvement already. She is a big time talent both catching and hitting."
Abby Keese played second base last season after making the move from shortstop. She has also graduated and her position is wide open. Freshman Bridgette Begle appears to have the lead at this stage of the fall.
"She has tremendous range and is a tremendous athlete," Ryman said. "She realistically could end up being our second baseman. From a range standpoint having Bridgette at second is like having Courtney Billington at shortstop. Bridgette could also play third base.
"She is a good athlete at the plate. I am anxious to see how she works in a game situation. She comes to practice everyday and works hard."
Walker and Cothron could also get playing time in the middle of the infield.
Redshirt sophomore Vanessa Medina missed most of last season, but has an edge in the area of experience at first base. Freshman Kristen Sturdivant is also working at first to replace Kellie Sirus, the A-Sun Tournament MVP for 2010.
"Both of them field the ball pretty well," Ryman said. "Vanessa is working hard on her hitting. A lot of it for Vanessa is getting back in a game mode and not holding back.
"Kristen is still learning our system. She has tremendous promise. Both she and Vanessa have to improve their quickness and their reactions."
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BIRMINGHAM | Federal officials said they would provide an Alabama town with $840,000 to fund the long-delayed demolition of nearly its entire downtown, which was badly damaged in the 2011 tornado outbreak.
BIRMINGHAM | Federal officials said they would provide an Alabama town with $840,000 to fund the long-delayed demolition of nearly its entire downtown, which was badly damaged in the 2011 tornado outbreak.
Danon Lucas, a spokesman with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, said the grant will cover 90 percent of the cost of demolishing what's left of downtown Cordova, which was hit by two tornadoes in the April 27 onslaught.
It could still be weeks before work begins in the Walker County city of 2,100 people. City officials must obtain final bids and supply additional documentation for the work, initially estimated to cost around $1 million.
"This has been a long road for them, and we're glad to see it get to this stage," said Yasamie August, a spokeswoman for the Alabama Emergency Management Agency, which will repay the city once work is performed.
Concerns over the historical significance of the damaged buildings resulted in delays in federal funding approval.
Located about 35 miles northwest of Birmingham, Cordova was founded in the 1880s at a spot where two railroad lines converged. Many of the old brick buildings in the downtown block were vacant when the tornadoes struck, causing major damage to the area.
A long-term plan initially recommended reclaiming downtown Cordova, but an in-depth examination revealed major structural problems, and city officials decided to demolish the entire block, which was damaged by fires after the storms.
The mix of privately and publicly owned buildings with shared walls and varying amounts of damage proved confusing, and federal officials required photographs and other historical documentation.
Today, the downtown district is surrounded by a locked chain-link fence that surrounds the skeletons of shattered buildings.
Mayor Drew Gilbert said the sight was a drag on the city as it attempted to recover.
Town officials said FEMA kept seeking more photos and documentation while other cities hit by tornados were already rebuilding, but the agency said it was only doing its job.
August said the state finally received money for the demolition work about a week ago.
Four people died in Cordova during the April 2011 storms, and tornadoes killed about 250 people statewide.

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Will Wichita State End Up a One Seed in NCAA Tournament?
Wichita State improved to 30-0 last night with a 69-49 win over Bradley.
In fact, the Shockers haven't lost since last year's Final Four against Louisville.
That's incredible, but as the NCAA tournament nears, their schedule could hold them back from being a one-seed in the Big Dance.
Their biggest win is over 10th-ranked St. Louis (25-2), and have two other quality wins are over Tennessee (16-11), and Brigham Young (20-10).
The Shockers may not have too many big wins, but Gregg Marshall's team is solid. Four of Wichita State's leading scorers returned from last year's Final Four squad. That's important for March, as experience builds confidence.
Senior Cleanthony Early is their top scorer averaging 15.7 points and 5.9 rebounds. Sophomore Ron Baker averages 13.1 points, sophomore Fred VanVleet averages 12.3 points and junior Tekele Cotton averages 10.5 points.
Wichita State does a nice job of balancing the attack, and doesn't have just one star. However, offensively, they are an average team. The Shockers average 75.6 points per game (70th in NCAA), and shoot 45.5% from the field as a team (115th in the NCAA).
Defensively, the Shockers are a superb basketball program. They hold opponents to 60.5 points per game (14th in NCAA).
Wichita State is the only undefeated team left, and the No. 2 team in country. The Shockers did receive 14 first-place votes.
So, should the Shockers be a one-seed come March?
Their resume isn't the sharpest, but their isn't anything shocking about Wichita State. The Shockers do hold most of the ingredients for a top team and could be a scary team come March. They are experienced, balanced, and a great defensive team.
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Bluffton is making a name for itself - all over the Carolinas.
As I spent time recently in two of my old stomping grounds - Greenville/Spartanburg and Charlotte - I kept finding people who knew exactly where Bluffton is or who even have lived here.
When I lived in the Upstate from 1992-1999, I visited this area at least once to go to the big golf tournament at Harbour Town and visited Charleston several times.
I can't say I remember much about driving through or past Bluffton on U.S. 278 more than 20 years ago, but obviously I did to get to Sea Pines on Hilton Head Island.
Bluffton has quietly and relatively quickly become more than a state of mind. And that is a good thing in my book.
When I was lunching with a friend in the Upstate I talked about Bluffton, its largest employer, the area's growth and how great the quality of life is here. We talked about how the Upstate is the manufacturing hub for the state and how the Lowcountry is growing faster than any other part of the state and tourism is our main draw.
While I watched BMW from announcement to full-fledged manufacturing operation as an Upstate resident, I also watched all the explosive growth that at times seemed overwhelming. That growth continues today albeit at a slower pace.
We are lucky down this way to not be interested in all the smokestacks and heavy-duty manufacturers. The direction Bluffton is headed with its focus on more knowledge-based or high-tech employers is the right one.
I liken Bluffton to Rock Hill 20 years ago and a lot like Fort Mill today, but larger. In both instances, you are close enough to a metropolitan area like Charlotte, but don't have to deal with the smog, traffic and general congestion.
I lived in the Charlotte region from 2004-2009. This time period was when the economy was bustling and banking was all the rage. I lived there long enough for the bottom to fall out and all those subdivisions that were started still sit unfinished today.
As I spent a couple of days in the area, I saw some signs of recovery. It was heartening. That region will never be what it once was, but that may not be a bad thing.
One important note to make about my recent travels to the Upstate and Charlotte region is this: There are more orange barrels on Interstates 85, 26 and 95 north of Beaufort County. That either means roadwork is slow or that there is more of it in other parts of the Carolinas. Our roads in this neck of the woods are horrendous. But people don't want additional taxes on gas. But do we want to blow out a tire on a trip to Columbia or Charleston? Or do we want to be sitting in traffic because there is a bad wreck on the interstate because of shoddy road conditions? These are viable questions today.
The Lowcountry has a lot of fans in all parts of the Carolinas. People are envious of the ease of living here, the access to the beaches and the close proximity to both Savannah and Charleston.
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I'd love to have a guy that eccentric, life would never be boring.Elizabeth wrote:Benny and Joon is a great movie. Johnny Depp was excellent in it! I don't think I'd want someone that eccentric, but he's worth watching in that film
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|2010-12-20, 03:36
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Kyousuke's rational side could not find fault in Mikagami. In his conversation with Daisuke he even said as such, Kyousuke the rational one was trying to calm Daisuke the sulking dad.
If there are no obvious fault in Mikagami's character, then the proper thing to do is respect Kirino's wishes. However Kyousuke was overcome with emotion and his inner conflict lies in what his actions may mean IF Kirino and Mikagami's relationship was real, not how Kirino may be hurt. By punching Mikagami it is already beyond rational actions, just Kyousuke's feeling talking. Besides, how do you prove one person cares more or less about someone? It's like kindergarden kids claiming the most badass status, IMO just Kyousuke's excuse: Kyousuke does not know how much he cares about Kirino himself, he lost control precisely because of that. Fat chance he'll accept Mikagami anyway.
|2010-12-23, 22:54
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This is where our opinion differs than. I personally think Kyosuke and his dad would accept Daisuke (albeit grudgingly) if Daisuke showed more how dedicate he is toward Kirino (assuming the relation was real.)
While there was no fault in Daisuke's personality and character, I felt that at same time he didn't show enough to Kyosuke that he is serious toward Kirino. Though I will agree that the punch was result from Kyosuke lost it because he failed to find fault in Daisuke.
However I think Daisuke messed up his first impression to Kyosuke as well. His answer to Kyosuke's first question "why are you here?" was "because Kirino tell me to" and in an uncertain/lacking tone already gave Kyosuke a bad first impression as Kirino's boyfriend and was noted in Kyosuke's inner thought. Maybe because I 've seen so many similar scene in other anime/manga/j-dramas but Kyosuke's punch didn't speek anything to me other than showing that Kyosuke is a sis-con and was not a indication that there is anymore feeling than
But as I said, I do agree that Kuroneko's V7 confession and Kyosuke accepting it was a bit quick considering that Kirino just broke down few days ago. But the relation itself, IMO, was properly shown throughout the series and is not out of blue or anything close to that.
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|2011-03-25, 10:31
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Random Theory time....>.>
This is my idea on why, how, and MAYBE when Kyousuke and Kirino drifted apart and Kyousuke ignoring Kirino for a while >.>
So my theory is that Kyousuke and Kirino were very close before, but during the sports festival Kirino had when she was younger, aka the photo and ribbions she had hidden away in her box in her closet from Ep 12 Good and True route, she must've done poorly and was made fun of for it.
So Kyousuke, being the older and kinder brother that he was and is, tried to cheer Kirino up, but Kirino clearly upset and distraught slapped/hit him and yelled at him to leave her alone and ran away.
So for the next while Kyousuke, trying to give Kirino her space and letting her calm down, started to hang out with Manami more and more.
With Kirino, she made a promise to herself that she would NEVER let something like this happen EVER AGAIN. She wanted to be the person people could depend on, and for Kyousuke, to be a little sister her big brother could be proud of and brag about.
So Kirino decides to dive into her studies trying to raise her grades and working on her athletics. Kirino ignores just about everything besides being a good daughter to her parents.
This continues on for a while, but eventually, Kirino's parents start praising and favoring Kirino more because of the sudden turn around. Kyousuke at this point starts feeling down, but eventually gives up and just goes with it.
That's about all, but in my mind, all I can see is Kirino wanting to be praised by Kyousuke, but because he's hanging out with Manami, Kirino starts to resent Manami for taking time for Kyousuke away from her.
...It's not THAT great, but it's been stuck in my head for awhile now.
|2011-03-25, 12:13
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There's something interesting in the Ore no Imouto PSP game:
Considering how Manami said they played once before, my guess is that Kirino met Manami before Kyousuke did, and befriended her. The two become close, and knowing she's a good person, Kirino introduces her to Kyousuke, whom she was also close to at the time. The two start hanging out more and Kirino feels left out.
That would make Kirino's resentment for Manami not only due to stealing her brother's affection, but also for abandoning her friendship, which seems like a good motive for Kirino to pretend not to know her when Manami visits the Kousaka household.
With volume seven's ending, I fear the same will happen again: with Kyousuke and Kuroneko dating, Kirino feels left out. This might provoke a sense of déjà vu on her which hopefully will drive her to take action to prevent it from happening a second time.
But then again, it depends on what the talk Kirino and Kuroneko had on the phone was about...
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So - here we go for season 2 of the anime
Episode 2 is nothing less than disappointing. They are trying to fit in 7 volumes of content into 16 episodes, used the first on reintroduction, and wasted the second on something that is neither developing the plot nor funny at all. And the third seems to be Saori's story which most expected to be cut out as well.
What are they trying to do?
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Odd Couple: Centennial Collection, The (US - DVD R1)
It took Gabe Powers three hours to figure out that 'F.U.' meant Felix Unger...
Old people. Am I right? Pfft. Always telling us about how much better their stuff is than our stuff. Trying to get us to watch their TV shows, listen to their music, and respect their movies that were turned into TV shows. The Odd Couple, might as well call it The Old Couple. Well, actually, it's not that bad. Actually, if you squint it's pretty good. I can see why old people like this kind of thing I guess. I might even watch it again in an hour or so.
After decades of in-jokes and sly references up to and including television commercials, people have forgotten exactly how great The Odd Couple is. It's dark, subversive, pervasively adult, heartbreaking, and intently funny. The opening credits are set against Felix's sadly failed suicide attempt, and a follow up trip for a drink at a strip club. The font choice is a literally skewed take on a more tradition serif typeface, the music (Neal Hefti's unmistakable theme) shifts in tone from whimsical, to sad, to entirely ironic. That's just the opening credits. I didn't get it when my old people parents made me watch as a kid, but every subsequent viewing has led to a lot of laughing out loud, or what we kids these days call LOLs. These laughs are appropriately tempered by a series of deeply touching emotional moments.
I'm not going to lie to the rest of you kids, The Odd Couple is a dated film on some levels. The one element that occasionally doesn't work is the physical comedy, which is a little too Jerry Lewis for me. The sexual overtones are pretty thick, and if made today the film would probably skew more towards a blatant PG-13 (like the Grumpy Old Men movies), but it was a different time, and sometimes us kids can take that kind of stuff into account when watching old people movies. It won't hurt us.
The structure is very obviously based on a play, where all but a few moments of film take place in the same apartment, with a bare minimum of characters. The scenes are long, each featuring their own three act structure plots. The film itself has a plot so simple it can be summed up as 'two friends move in together and their differences create conflict'. It's beautiful in its simplicity, and it's the kind of writing that we don't see out of movies anymore.
'That's funny, I haven't thought of women in weeks'
'I fail to see the humour'
These youthful eyes have become used to the advantages of high definition video, even in cases when high definition isn't called for. As a result I'm picking up on the minor problems that always come along with the standard definition format. I can't say anything about this transfer as opposed to any previous DVD transfers, because I've never seen the film on DVD. The last few times I saw the film was on television, in widescreen. Those transfers easily featured less detail than this one, but I personally preferred the levels. It was slightly washed out I suppose, but this is pretty extreme. The brightest colours, mainly reds, create a neat popping effect against duller shades, but the edges aren't the hardest. On the whole the colours are a little candied, but not too bright, the problem is with the contrast, which to these eyes is set a bit too high. The blacks are wonderfully rich, but they kind of overpower the pallet during the stage sequences. The high contrast leads to some pretty thick white edge-enhancement too. But this is a pretty personal look at things, and details are great for the film's age.
If there were a contest for the single most unnecessary 5.1 remix, it may go to this disc. I don't think I noticed a single lick of activity in the rear channels, and the stereo channels only act to augment the occasional score. There are very few problems with the track quality wise, but the surround sound remix is simply not needed or used. The volume levels are a bit low, but consistent. The quality of the voices does alter a few times throughout the track, which is probably a side effect of ADR, but things are always clear.
Disc one of this two disc set starts with a commentary track featuring Charlie Matthau and Chris Lemmon, the kids of the two famous, but now unfortunately no longer living stars. Neither commentator is particularly charming and they go off on some extremely boring tangents, but they also let their audience in on a few interesting behind the scenes facts. We don't get a new and deep understanding of either actor or performance, but the commentary is consistent enough, and not a waste of time for fans.
'In the Beginning…' is a retrospective featurette, where various participants and minor celebrities talk about the play and film version of the story. It's a love fest, but it's presented in an informative matter. Things are split into sections, including writer Neil Simon, Jack Lemmon, and Walter Matthau. Interestingly I couldn't find very much internet information on the film beyond a couple dinky factoids, so even at a slim seventeen minutes the info is welcome.
'Inside The Odd Couple' is more of the same, covering similar ground with basically the same interviews, or at least footage taken from different points in the same interviews. This round includes nineteen minutes of talk concerning behind the scenes casting choices, the fees paid for the talent, rehearsals, direction, production, and mention of favourite sequences. 'Memories from the Set' speaks for itself I suppose, and runs ten more minutes. I'm not sure why these interviews weren't grouped with the other ones for one bigger making-of featurette, but I suppose it doesn't make for a less informative series of anecdotes.
'Matthau and Lemmon' features even more interview footage, but I suppose it's fair to give it its own section, considering it's focused on the actors and their sons, not the film. This ten and a half minute featurette is warm and sweet, but a bit repetitive given the other extras. 'The Odd Couple: A Classic' is then even more repetitive, as the same interviewees slather a bit more praise upon the film, for another three boring minutes. Things are completed with two image galleries, and the original theatrical trailer.
Anyone that doesn't enjoy the hell out of the scene where the odd couple attempts to couple with two British women is out of their mind. The Odd Couple is a bona fide classic, and if you haven't appreciated it lately you might want to think about checking out this new release. The 5.1 Dolby Digital remix is entirely unneeded, and I'm not all that impressed by the repetitive, back slapping extras, but we could do worse than this new edition, which is a definite upgrade from the extra-less original DVD release.
Review by Gabriel Powers
Bouncy X Member Join Date: March 2005 Location: Canada Posts: 1,931
with a name like centennial edition, i thought this would be some uber box set that would include both movies and the full run of the tv series.
so whats with the title anyway? is there a centennial referenced in the movie because i'm pretty sure the movie isnt 100yrs old just yet. lol
so whats with the title anyway? is there a centennial referenced in the movie because i'm pretty sure the movie isnt 100yrs old just yet. lol
FangsFirst Member Join Date: August 2005 Location: United States Posts: 290
It's Paramount's centennial--this is a running series of re-releases.
Billy Gates Member Join Date: November 2005 Location: United States Posts: 651
I used to have this on VHS, I definitely need to upgrade to the DVD now!! One of my favorite comedies.
Bouncy X Member Join Date: March 2005 Location: Canada Posts: 1,931
FangsFirst wrote: It's Paramount's centennial--this is a running series of re-releases.
ohhhhhhh.....well that makes sense. lol
ohhhhhhh.....well that makes sense. lol
leigh1975 Contributor Join Date: October 2007 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 318
Anybody who denies the fact that this film is still a shining gem is incredibly mean spirited.
Cliff23 Member Join Date: August 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 85
This is one of my all-time favorite comedies. John & Jack are legends. If you enjoy The Odd Couple, try Fortune Cookie.
All ages admitted
Disc Details
Release Date: 24th March 2009
Discs: 2
Disc Type: Single side, dual layer
RCE: No
Video: NTSC
Aspect: 1.85:1
Anamorphic: Yes
Colour: Yes
Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 English, Dolby Digital 2.0 English
Subtitles: English, French and Spanish
Extras: Chris Lemmon and Charlie Matthau Commentary, 'In the Beginning', 'Inside The Odd Couple', 'Memories from the Set', 'Matthau and Lemmon', 'The Odd Couple: A Classic', Trailers, Image Galleries
Easter Egg: No
Feature Details
Director: Gene Saks
Cast: Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, John Fiedler, Herb Edelman, David Sheiner
Genre: Fantasy
Length: 105 minutes
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Looking Forward to Marriage
Gracious God, how I look forward to finding someone
special to be my partner for life. Give me a sensitive heart,
a discerning mind, and a ready will. Help me understand
the mystery of Your love; help me to learn to share.
As I meet my future spouse, please help us to learn how
to commit our lives to one another, to our families, and
to your world. Nourish our sexuality and guide it to
good and honest ends. As we look forward to the commitment
of marriage, may You be the common center
of our hearts and of our home. Bless and strengthen all
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10 days from Dublin to Dublin, or 11 days incl. travel
Vacation Overview
Enjoy the "Emerald Isle's" scenic vistas and fascinating history. Begin in Dublin with a welcome dinner and orientation tour featuring visits to St. Patrick's Cathedral and Oscar Wilde's Trinity College. Travel through dairy-farm country in the heartland to Knock, where the Virgin Mary appeared to the townsfolk in 1879 and where pilgrims today come from around the world. Visit Knock Shrine, the Church of the Apparition, the basilica, and the Folk Museum—and maybe join the evening rosary processions. Stop to visit the Croagh Patrick Visitor Centre in Murrisk and the massive Benedictine Kylemore Abbey, then spend two overnights in Galway. From here, enjoy an excursion to Inishmore, the largest of the Aran Islands, including a tour of the island and a visit to clifftop Dun Aengus, one of Europe's most dramatic prehistoric stone forts. Travel across the limestone plateau known as The Burren and visit The Burren Centre at Kilfenora on your way to Killarney for your 2-night stay. Join the famed "Ring of Kerry" for a panoramic drive around the island's southwestern tip and take a horse-drawn jaunting car ride through the national park. Pass into County Cork and stop in Blarney, renowned for its castle and magical Kissing Stone, before arriving in Waterford for a guided tour of the newly opened Waterford Crystal Experience. Next, stop at Avoca, Ireland's oldest handweaving mill, and then at Glendalough, the early Christian monastic site founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century. Return to Dublin for an overnight and the end of your wonderful Irish vacation.
Day 1 – Arrive in Dublin, Irish Republic
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax in the Irish capital. At 6 pm, join your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at the hotel. (Dinner)
Day 2 – Dublin
An orientation drive in the "Fair City" includes statue-lined O'Connell Street, elegant Georgian squares, and visits to ST. PATRICK'S CATHEDRAL and Oscar Wilde's TRINITY COLLEGE, famous for the 1,200-year-old Book of Kells and the magnificent Old Library. Balance of the day is at leisure. (Breakfast)
Day 3 – Dublin-Knock
Head for dairy farm country in the center of the "Emerald Isle" before arriving in Knock, where the Virgin Mary appeared to the townsfolk in 1879. Today, the site attracts pilgrims from around the world. Visit KNOCK SHRINE, the CHURCH OF THE APPARITION, the BASILICA, and the FOLK MUSEUM. Maybe join the evening rosary processions. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 4 – Knock-Murrisk-Kylemore Abbey-Galway
This morning, visit the CROAGH PATRICK VISITOR CENTRE at the foot of St. Patrick's Holy Mountain in Murrisk. Afterwards, visit KYLEMORE ABBEY, the massive yet graceful castle acquired by Benedictine nuns as a precious heirloom for Ireland. Arrive in the port city of Galway, where you will spend the next two nights. Tonight, you may wish to join one of our optional evening outings. (Breakfast) Note: The overnight on Day 4 will either be in Knock or Sligo. Due to limited hotel availability in Knock, we have selected the best available hotel that satisfies Globus' high standards of quality.
Day 5 – Galway. Aran Islands Excursion
At Rossaveal, board a comfortable, modern FERRY for the 45-minute crossing to Kilronan on Inishmore, the largest of the Aran Islands and where Gaelic is the first language of the islanders. Many Catholics fled to this island during Oliver Cromwell's conquest of Ireland during the mid-17th century. In these harsh conditions, they developed a strong self-sufficiency in order to survive. Your fascinating day continues with a presentation on life on Inishmore by an island historian. After a lunch break, board a minibus to enjoy your driver-Local Guide's commentary on a tour of the island, ending with a visit to clifftop DUN AENGUS, one of the most spectacular and dramatic prehistoric stone forts in Europe. Back in Kilronan, board your ferry for the trip back to the mainland. There are plenty of dining options in Galway this evening. (Breakfast)
Day 6 – Galway-Kilfenora-Bunratty-Adare-Killarney
Take the scenic route across the desolate limestone plateau known as The Burren. At Kilfenora, visit THE BURREN CENTRE. The newly restored ancient cathedral and Celtic crosses in the churchyard form an important center of early Christianity. Continue to Bunratty, where there is a lot to see and do: visit the castle; stroll in the folk park, which depicts Irish life in the early 1900s; browse the complex of shops; or try a refreshment in famous Durty Nelly's Irish pub. Skirt the metropolis of Limerick and continue south via quaint Adare with its thatched cottages to the popular resort of Killarney, your destination for the next two nights. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 7 – Killarney. Ring of Kerry Excursion
Join the famed "Ring of Kerry" for a 100-mile panoramic drive around the island's southwestern tip. Have your camera ready to take photos of the spectacular scenery that includes both land and sea. In Killarney, enjoy a fun horse-drawn JAUNTING CAR RIDE through the national park with beautiful vistas of the Lakes of Killarney and ancient Ross Castle. (Breakfast)
Day 8 – Killarney-Blarney-Waterford
Cross the Kerry Mountains and drive into County Cork for a visit to Blarney, renowned for its castle and magical Kissing Stone. Time for lunch, to walk up to the castle, and to shop for traditional Irish handicrafts. In the afternoon, proceed via Cork to Waterford, a stronghold founded by the Danish Vikings, and look forward to a guided tour of the HOUSE OF WATERFORD CRYSTAL. Before dinner, why not join an optional pub tour? (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 9 – Waterford-Avoca-Glendalough-Dublin
An exciting agenda today: Enniscorthy, site of the final battle of the Great Rebellion of 1798; Ireland's oldest HANDWEAVING MILL at Avoca; the Wicklow Mountains; and GLENDALOUGH, the early Christian monastic site founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century. See the engaging audiovisual presentation Ireland of the Monasteries, then let your Local Guide show you the remains of this ecclesiastical settlement. Back in Dublin, why not join your traveling companions for a fitting farewell to Ireland? (Breakfast)
Day 10 – Dublin
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The ancient craft of weaving and working with fiber is still going strong at Historic Johnson Farm, where members of the Heritage Weavers and Fiber Artists are excited about sharing what they know about the limitless creative possibilities of fiber.
The ancient craft of weaving and working with fiber is still going strong at Historic Johnson Farm, where members of the Heritage Weavers and Fiber Artists are excited about sharing what they know about the limitless creative possibilities of fiber.
The group is gearing up for its second annual Fiber Expo on Saturday, with hands-on activities and demonstrations in various types of weaving, as well as knitting, bobbin lace, rug hooking and spinning in a free event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
"If you're scared to death of touching a floor loom, here's your chance to discover it's a friendly machine you can make something beautiful on," says Ann Mullican, who is one of about 50 members in the heritage craft organization.
The second annual event will take place in what was originally the historic farm's boarding house, next door to the main farmhouse at the educational facility owned by Henderson County Public Schools.
The two-story white clapboard building has served as home base for the fiber arts organization since the building's restoration three years ago.
The Heritage Weavers and Fiber Artists is a study group of Western North Carolina Fibers/Handweaver's Guild, as well as a member of the Arts Council of Henderson County.
"We are so pleased to be at Johnson Farm," says Mullican, a Hendersonville resident who has taught weaving for 30 years.
The "loom room" on the ground floor of the facility houses a wide variety of floor looms, most laden with works in progress that are the fruit of special projects decided on by members, such as huck lace and cloth in various patterns.
"We're all about different fiber arts, and that's what the expo is about," says Faye Russell, a member who joined the weavers' group after moving to Hendersonville five years ago from southern Louisiana.
Also in the loom room is an antique sock-knitting machine that has been modified to work with electricity.
It is being used by some members to make scarves — in a knitted tube form.
"We have these very clever people here," Russell says.
Russell is weaving a scarf on a loom as a way to demonstrate the craft during the organization's open houses on Tuesday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon.
Like other projects she creates on site, Russell starts by weaving a small sample with fringe, to test durability.
Unlike other fiber shows around the area, the Johnson Farm expo will be less about vendor displays and more about getting a unique, hands-on experience.
"The focus is to introduce people to these crafts so they can try them, hands on, and decide if it's something they want to do," Russell says.
If you try something that intrigues you at the Fiber Expo, there will be a chance to sign up for lessons scheduled for February, March and April at the facility.
Mullican says it's fun to see people follow an interest and get lost in the creative process.
About seven teachers will participate in the Fiber Expo, including Patty Caruso, a teacher new to the organization, who will demonstrate and offer a chance to operate a rigid heddle loom, which is an older style of loom than the floor looms.
Classes in creating pieces on a rigid heddle loom will be offered this spring, Russell said.
Special dedication
This year, the Fiber Expo is dedicated to the late Bessie Jordan, to honor her contributions to the craft of weaving in Henderson County.
Jordan was a teacher and administrator in Henderson County schools for many years, and her family had a connection with the Johnson family.
"Not only did she teach and influence the lives of hundreds of Henderson County's children, she spent more than 30 years sharing her love of weaving with others of all age levels," says Joyce Cochran, publicity volunteer for Johnson Farm and the Heritage Weavers.
A display of samples demonstrating Jordan's expert weaving skills, as well as some replicas of the intricate weaving patterns she collected on her travels around the country, has been created for Saturday's event.
Checkered dish towels, in Jordan's favorite color, blue, are in the process of being woven on Jordan's personal loom, a "Macomber 4 now 4 later" loom now housed at the fiber arts building.
As they are completed, the dish towels will be offered for sale in the Heritage Weavers' shop across the hall.
The shop regularly sells items handmade by members, with proceeds benefitting the organization's programs.
For most of the year, Heritage Weavers opens its doors to more than 1,200 schoolchildren from the county — and sometimes beyond — for field-trip lessons.
Fourth-graders and students of other ages learn about particular aspects of fiber crafts, from spinning to bobbin lace production.
"The thing that thrills me about this organization is that we are 'on focus' as far as our mission statement," Russell says of the educational programs.
The organization also offers study groups and gatherings of knitters, including ongoing seasonal classes and a summer Fiber Arts Camp for kids ages 9 and older.
Members of the organization, dedicated to "preserving and sharing" the spectrum of "Appalachian fiber crafts needed to support a frontier homestead in WNC," are excited to "reach out to the next generation without losing sight of this generation," Russell says.
When children on field trips learn where wool comes from, Mullican loves to see kids' reactions.
"They're just floored," she says.
Member Paula Ashworth keeps some sheep, and some of their wool is used for the spinning demonstrations given in one of the building's upstairs rooms.
Sheep-shearing demonstrations are given on the building's front porch during the annual spring festival in April.
The flowerbeds at the base of the porch include plants used for dyeing fiber.
The plants will be ready for use this year, says Cochran, who is one of the volunteer "garden divas" at Johnson Farm.
Last spring, the Heritage Weavers mentored a local high school student, Rachel Howell, who was doing extensive research for a senior project on the loss of this area's weaving and textile industry.
Howell learned how to weave as part of her project, and spent significant time on a Heritage Weavers' loom, Mullican says.
Howell graduated from West Henderson High School in June and is now studying graphic design at Appalachian State University.
At the Fiber Expo, Mullican will demonstrate and lead hands-on practice on the inkle loom, an ancient loom that was used by nomadic tribes of Mesopotamia, among other cultures around the world.
"These looms, the traditions have been around for thousands of years," Mullican says. "They can be traced back to pictures on the walls of ancient tombs."


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Since when has his nickname been Pasqual?
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Bethany Kanten was presented with the Leslie Gray Poole '93 Memorial award (Gil Talbot).
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – The Harvard women's soccer team held its annual banquet at the Lee Family Hall of History in the Murr Center Sunday afternoon. The Crimson, which won its 10th Ivy League title, including the third under head coach Ray Leone, finished 12-5-1 overall and 6-0-1 in the Ancient Eight en route to a berth in the NCAA tournament, marking the 13th time Harvard has reached the NCAA postseason.
With the team, coaches and members of the administration in attendance, head coach Ray Leone announced the recipients of the Crimson's three major awards.
The first award presented was the Leslie Gray Poole '93 Memorial Award, presented annually to the most improved player on the Harvard women's soccer team. Freshman goalkeeper Bethany Kanten was the recipient of this award after boasting a 9-3-1 record with two shutouts during her rookie campaign. Kanten owned a 0.94 goals-against average during the regular season and made 44 saves.
Leone handed out the Seamus Malin '62 Award, given annually to the player who has, through love of the game and commitment to Harvard, demonstrated the values shown by Seamus Malin '62 in his long and continuing association with Harvard and the game.
Senior co-captain and defender Lindsey Kowal was presented with this award after earning her fourth straight All-Ivy League team accolade. Kowal, who earned a spot on the all-conference team for the second consecutive fall, also garnered NEWISA All-New England honors. She played in all 18 games and stood third on the Crimson with four assists.
The final award presented was the Meg Berte Owen '94 Memorial Award, which is given annually to the soccer player that best exemplifies Meg's leadership, work ethic, passion, courage, and sheer determination both on and off the playing field. The award is named after former Harvard captain Meg Berte Owen. Meg, the captain of the 1993 team, passed away from lung disease brought on from an earlier battle with Hodgkin's Lymphoma.
Senior co-captain Melanie Baskind took home this honor after enjoying another stellar season with the Crimson. Baskind, a midfielder/forward, was among the nominees for the Lowe's Senior CLASS Award, was tabbed to the Capital One Academic All-America first team and was nominated for the Soccer News Net Player of the Year. A unanimous selection as Ivy League Player of the Year, Baskind earned her fourth All-Ivy nod, garnering first team status for the second straight season, and she received Academic All-Ivy honors for the third consecutive fall.
Baskind, who ranks tied for sixth in program history in career points (79), sixth in assists (25) and seventh in goals (27), led Harvard in points (24), goals (eight), assists (eight) and game-winning goals (three) during her senior season.


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Warren Buffett has the uncanny ability to make smart investment choices in a timely manner. Most of Buffett's investment advice for investors simply revolves around the easy ways to get solid returns. One of his main pieces of advice is often overlooked. The one long-term investment option that Mr. Buffett warns against, and should never be in your portfolio is to hold lots of cash.
A Favorite of the Crowd
In a recent bank rate report, the survey of many Americans showed us that cash was the favorite among long-term investment options for funds that have been available for about 10 years. A total of 26% of the respondents have chosen cash investments. The second closest in popularity at 23% was real estate investing, based upon the hypothetical investment choices. Gold and other precious metals, along with stocks, came in fourth place at only 12%.
It's unfortunate for the majority of people surveyed, as well as the section of the population that they represent, because cash is not the best investment choice. It's actually a poor choice. And here's what Mr. Buffett has to say about this subject:
"The one thing I will tell you is the worst investment you can have is cash. Everybody is talking about cash being king and all that sort of thing. Cash is going to become worth less over time… Cash is a bad investment over time."
Is the King Dead?
If you pay attention to the long-term cash returns as opposed to other investment opportunities, you'll recognize why Buffett looks at it as the worst investment of choice.
Just like Warren Buffett tells us, cash is going to be worth less over time due to inflation. This is even true of developed economies, like the US, where inflation is low, the price of services and goods will far outpace cash investment returns. Some of the biggest and best interest rates for savings accounts come from online-based accounts. But they typically only offer an average interest of 0.85%. There's no question that inflation is going to cut down an asset's value over time, but cash will actually lose value.
Timing Is so Important
Buffett's advice should be heeded by many people, not just those who plan to retire many years from now. Americans are living a lot longer, and plenty of the retirees feel that they will run out of money some day. This particular fear can often lead them to choose what are known as safer investments, by going with an all-cash approach. This can end up being a self-fulfilling prophecy. It's possible that retirees may even live 10 to 40 years past the date of retirement and a fixed income will be a lot more difficult to stretch when other expenses arise. That's why Buffett's advice is relevant to 20-somethings and retirees alike.
Let's Be Very Clear
Buffett certainly warns us that cash is not the best investment. But he also wants to tell us that it's important to have cash on hand as well:
"We always keep enough cash around so I feel very comfortable and don't worry about sleeping at night. But it's not because I like cash as an investment. Cash is a bad investment over time. But you always want to have enough so that nobody else can determine your future, essentially."
Having a backup savings account or an emergency fund is not something Buffett would balk at. On the contrary, he would look upon it positively. But he would tell you to not let your cash stash get too big. If it does, the money is not working for you as you look to achieve financial security.


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In OTAs (Offseason Talk & Analysis) all through June, the Sports on Earth NFL team will break down each team's offseason transactions, boldest moves and burning questions as they prepare for training camp. Click here for the Falcons entry, the first in the series.
The Cardinals were the best team in the NFL with no shot to make the playoffs last season. They may have gotten a little better this spring, but does that change anything? The Cardinals overhauled their offensive line and secondary, but a potent mix of age, defections and suspensions threatens to undercut the team's gains. Success in the NFC West is not measured in baby steps but quantum leaps, so enthusiasm for the Cardinals, a fragile thing in any circumstances, is tempered by the knowledge that even the best offseason efforts may simply not have been good enough.
Biggest Offseason Move: Overhauling the O-line
Jared Veldheer is not exactly a household name, as most households do not revolve around Raiders offensive linemen who were injured for two-thirds of the last NFL season. So why were experts swooning over the Cardinals' Veldheer signing as if it were the bargain of the century?
Here is what you need to know: Veldheer allowed just three sacks in 16 games in 2012 and zero (zero!) in five starts last year (courtesy of Football Outsiders; sacks allowed are unofficial and can vary slightly from source to source). Those totals compare favorably with the likes of Joe Thomas and Duane Brown, perennial Pro Bowl left tackles. Veldheer had his eye-opening 2012 season while blocking for Carson Palmer; the Cardinals are simply looking for a repeat from the 6-foot-8 soon-to-turn 27 year old.
The Cardinals also added what amounts to a second first-round pick to the offensive line. Jonathan Cooper, the seventh pick in the 2013 draft, broke his leg in the third preseason game and missed all of his rookie year. Cooper has been participating in OTAs and lined up next to Veldheer at left guard during minicamps. Cooper left North Carolina as one of the top guard prospects of the last decade, an exceptional athlete for the position with refined technique. Veldheer and Cooper give the Cardinals the potential to have the best left side of an offensive line in their division.
The right side of the Cardinals line is also undergoing a transition. Sophomore Earl Watford earned raves at minicamp. Watford, a project from James Madison, has quickness to rival Cooper and is expected to give incumbent Paul Fanaika a heavy push. Bradley Sowell has moved from left to right tackle to challenge former Ole Miss teammate Bobby Massie, a starter in 2012. It's a fine example of upgrading two positions with one acquisition: Veldheer and the winner of Sowell-Massie is a massive improvement over Sowell and Massie.
The Cardinals also improved their secondary, with Antonio Cromartie and rookie Deone Bucannon giving them a ballhawk and a striker to supplement All Pro Patrick Peterson and honey badger Honey Badger. But in the NFC West, survival depends on brutal Paths of Glory-level trench warfare. Velheer and Cooper must be the ones who allow the Cardinals to survive the Seahawks and 49ers surges through the Sorbonne.
Biggest Gamble: Leaving Gramps to Babysit in the Backfield
Carson Palmer is 34 years old and threw 22 interceptions last year. The interception total is NFC Best-inflated (the Seahawks and Niners combined for nine of those interceptions), but Palmer's age and the dwindling memories of his 2005-06 glory days would have sent most teams prospect hunting in the draft. The Cardinals did select Virginia Tech's Logan Thomas, but on the project scale, he lands somewhere between the Big Dig and the Crazy Horse Memorial in scope-of-work terms. Bruce Arians is clearly content to rely on the football equivalent of a veteran No. 3 starting baseball pitcher for the foreseeable future.
Meanwhile, the Cardinals running backs are younger than ever after Rashard Mendenhall's retirement. Andre Ellington will fare well as a big-play threat. He led the league with 5.5 yards per rush, though an 80-yard run on limited carries inflated his average, and he is a very effective receiver. But Arians' system requires a between-the-tackles slasher/thumper, and that job now falls to Stepfan Taylor. The knock on Taylor leaving Stanford was that he was a high-character, high-effort player who simply lacked the speed-quickness-power to be anything more than a special teamer. That verdict appeared correct in 2013, when Taylor averaged just 3.2 yards per carry, with just five of his 36 carries gaining more than five yards.
An improved line can help both Palmer and the sophomore runners. Jonathan Dwyer is on hand to push Taylor for carries, and perhaps his conditioning and consistency issues will disappear now that he is not subletting Todd Haley's running back doghouse. But neither Palmer nor the youngsters can expect massive support from each other, creating a situation anyone who leaves their children with an elderly relative can recognize. To great-grandma: "Call me if the kids need anything." To oldest child: "Call me if great-grandma needs anything."
Biggest Question: Has the Defense Gained As Much As It's Lost?
Antonio Cromartie and Deone Bucannon represent a major upgrade in the secondary. Cromartie is the perfect No. 2 cornerback, a specialist at preying on mistakes when opponents are forced to direct their passing game in his direction. Bucannon hits hard, very very hard, and will restore some of the open-field vibe the team lost when Adrian Wilson got old.
But the Cardinals linebacking corps is in big trouble. Daryl Washington's suspension, coupled with Karlos Dansby's defection to Cleveland, leaves coordinator Todd Bowles without two of his most versatile defenders. Both Dansby and Washington could play the run, rush the passer, and drop into coverage, so their versatility and production -- 197 total tackles, 9.5 sacks, 6 interceptions, 30 passes defensed (a huge total for a pair of linebackers), 24 hits on quarterbacks, and so on -- will be difficult to replace.
Larry Foote is the likely replacement for Washington. Foote turns 34 next week and missed last season with a bicep injury. Seven years ago, he would have been an outstanding system fit. Kevin Minter got mentored by Dansby next year but rarely saw action on defense. With Foote joining John Abraham and Darnell Dockett as part of the "won't abandon the telephone land line" demographic in Arizona, the Cardinals front seven suddenly looks a lot like their backfield: old-timers may have to do a little more than they are capable of, while youngsters will have to grow up suddenly. With Abraham and Dockett still capable and a secondary so good, this would be nitpicking in any other division.
Bold Prediction
The Rams will overtake the Cardinals in the standings. The Rams have tons of young talent peaking at the right time, while the Cardinals are loaded with 30-somethings, from the players already mentioned through Larry Fitzgerald (and even declining kicker Jay Feely), who could regress a combined 10% due to age and get the team clobbered in the NFC Best. That would make the Cardinals the best last-place team in the NFL by far, but no one engraves that sort of accomplishment on a trophy.


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Set against that, though, is an indifferent jobs market, which limits wage and salary increases — "and wage rates determine rents," Mr. Friedman said. The real estate investment trust "began 2013 with 96% of its apartments rented, essentially full occupancy, Mr. Friedman said, adding that apartment rents are rising moderately," according to the story. Reuters is the latest news organization to take a look at the big impact Cavaliers majority owner Dan Gilbert and Quicken Loans, the mortgage lender he co-founded, are having on downtown Detroit. Mr. Gilbert, Reuters says, "has a vision for downtown Detroit that many would find hard to square with the long, painful decline commonly associated with this city: a vibrant urban core full of creative, innovative and talented young people." To that end, Quicken Loans "has invested $1 billion over three years, bought some 2.6 million square feet of commercial space in the downtown area and moved 7,000 employees there in a bid to make that vision a reality," according to the news service. The company "is in talks with 80 to 100 retail outlets and restaurants to open downtown space, and Gilbert and other business leaders have fronted most of the money for a $140 million light rail line in the heart of the city," Reuters notes. Quicken Loans' Detroit incubator for technology startups now has 17 companies. Bloomberg reports that Cedar Fair LP of Sandusky is seeking to lower the borrowing cost on its $1.13 billion term loan due in 2017 after reporting a third straight year of record earnings. The company "expects the transaction to include a $630 million term B loan along with senior unsecured debt," according to a regulatory filing. "We're constantly monitoring the credit market and we'll look for opportunities to improve both our average cost of debt as well as extending tenor and improving covenants where we can," Brian Witherow, Cedar Fair's chief financial officer, said this week in an earnings call with analysts. Cedar Fair reported revenue of $1.07 billion last year, up 3.9% from 2011, while adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization increased 4.4% to a record $391 million in 2012. The business of buying and renting houses, long dominated by local mom-and-pop investors, "has morphed over the past two years into one of the hottest investments on Wall Street," with increasing amounts of the money coming from overseas companies, The Wall Street Journal reports. And Cleveland is among the U.S. cities where the foreign companies are investing. Similar to U.S. firms, the foreign companies "are seeking high returns by renting out the houses initially and eventually selling them into what they are betting will be an improving housing market," the newspaper reports. There's an added bonus, as investors from countries whose currencies are strong "can outbid U.S. investors because they also are hoping to make money from foreign-exchange rate fluctuations," according to The Journal. "It's really all about the strength of the Australian dollar," says Stuart Morton, finance director for Cashel USA Property Partners, an Australian fund that is buying single-family U.S. houses. "It makes the houses really cheap." 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In 1999, the major American utility company AES Corporation spent over 30 million dollars to purchase the former Soviet Republic of Georgia's electrical distributing company, Telasi, in a bid to expand the American company's international market share.
In his 2003 documentary entitled Power Trip, filmmaker Paul Devlin examined the actions of the Georgian citizenry and governmental officials, as well as those taken by the AES management team.
What looked good on paper turned into a series of major business setbacks, as the Republic of Georgia had been beset with constant domestic turmoil since the collapse of the U.S.S.R. Quite nearly from the beginning of the Telasi buy-out, the AES upper management team was presented with numerous seemingly unpredictable and insurmountable obstacles which included the extremely low incomes of the vast majority of the population and pervasive governmental corruption.
As the American company struggled to single-handedly update a nearly Third World economy, the Georgian populace was merely struggling to exist. Power Trip was a included in the program for the 2003 Berlin International Film Festival.


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This document is a guide to getting 3D acceleration working using the DRM with Xorg in Gentoo Linux.
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Install Xorg and configure your kernel
- 3 Configure direct rendering
- 4 Test 3D acceleration
- 5 Troubleshooting
- 5.1 It doesn't work. I don't have rendering, and I can't tell why.
- 5.2 When I startx, I get this error: "[drm] failed to load kernel module agpgart"
- 5.3 I have a Radeon, and I want TV-Out.
- 5.4 It doesn't work. My card is so incredibly new and cool that it isn't supported at all.
- 5.5 I have a PCI card and it doesn't work. Help!
- 6 External resources
What is hardware 3D acceleration and why do I want it?
With hardware 3D acceleration, three-dimensional rendering uses the graphics processor on your video card instead of taking up valuable CPU resources drawing 3D images. It's also referred to as "hardware acceleration" instead of "software acceleration" because without this 3D acceleration your CPU is forced to draw everything itself using the Mesa software rendering libraries, which takes up quite a bit of processing power. While Xorg typically supports 2D hardware acceleration, it often lacks hardware 3D acceleration. Three-dimensional hardware acceleration is valuable in situations requiring rendering of 3D objects such as games, 3D CAD, and modeling.
How do I get hardware 3D acceleration?
In many cases, both binary and open-source drivers exist. Open source drivers are preferable since we're using Linux and open source is one of its underlying principles. Sometimes, binary drivers are the only option, especially if your graphics card is so new that open source drivers have not yet been written to support its features. Binary drivers include x11-drivers/nvidia-drivers for nVidia cards and x11-drivers/ati-drivers for AMD/ATI cards.
What is DRI?
The Direct Rendering Infrastructure, also known as the DRI, is a framework for allowing direct access to graphics hardware in a safe and efficient manner. It includes changes to the X server, to several client libraries and to the kernel. The first major use for the DRI is to create fast OpenGL implementations.
What is the DRM and how does it relate to regular Xorg?
The DRM (Direct Rendering Manager) is an enhancement to Xorg that adds 3D acceleration for cards by adding the kernel module necessary for direct rendering.
This guide is for people who can't get direct rendering working with just Xorg. The DRM works for the following drivers:
- 3dfx
- intel
- matrox
- nouveau
- rage128
- radeon
- mach64
- sis300
- via
See the DRI homepage for more info and documentation.
Install Xorg and configure your kernel
Install Xorg
Please read our Xorg Configuration Guide to get Xorg up and running.
Configure your kernel
Probe for your chipset and enable just that one.
root #
emerge --ask pciutils
root #
lspci | grep AGP
# 00:01.0 PCI bridge: Intel Corp. 440BX/ZX/DX - 82443BX/ZX/DX AGP bridge (rev 03)
Your output may not match the above due to different hardware.
If your chipset is not supported by the kernel you might have some success by passing
agp=try_unsupported as a kernel parameter. This will use Intel's generic routines for AGP support. To add this parameter, edit your bootloader configuration file!
Most, if not all, kernels should have these options. This was configured using a standard sys-kernel/gentoo-sources kernel.
root #
ls -l /usr/src/linux
lrwxrwxrwx 1 root root 22 2007-02-14 20:12 /usr/src/linux -> linux-2.6.18-gentoo-r4
Make sure /usr/src/linux links to your current kernel.
root #
cd /usr/src/linux
root #
make menuconfig
Processor type and features ---> <*> MTRR (Memory Type Range Register) support Device drivers ---> Graphics support ---> <M> /dev/agpgart (AGP Support) ---> (The agpgart option is not present on 64-bit kernels; just choose your chipset support.) <M> Intel 440LX/BX/GX, I8xx and E7x05 support (Enable your chipset instead of the above.) <M> Direct Rendering Manager (XFree86 4.1.0 and higher DRI support) ---> <M> (Select your graphics card from the list)
Compile and install your kernel
root #
make && make modules_install
Don't forget to set up grub.conf or lilo.conf and run
/sbin/lilo if you use LILO.
Add your user to the video group
Next, add your user(s) to the video group:
root #
gpasswd -a $USER video
Configure direct rendering
Configure Xorg
Hopefully just adding your user to the
video group is sufficient to enable direct rendering. However, you may also need to create a file in /etc/X11/xorg.conf.d/. You can name it anything you like; just make sure it ends in .conf. Open up your favorite text editor and create a file with this inside it:
Section "Device" Driver "radeon" EndSection Section "dri" Mode 0666 EndSection
Replace radeon with the name of your driver.
Changes to /etc/conf.d/modules
You will need to add the module name that your card uses to /etc/conf.d/modules to ensure that the module is loaded automatically when the system starts up.
modules="intel-agp" # Substitute with your driver
If you compiled
agpgart as a module, you will also need to add it to /etc/conf.d/modules.
Test 3D acceleration
Reboot to the new kernel
Reboot your computer to your new kernel and login as a normal user. It's time to see if you have direct rendering and how good it is.
glxinfo and
glxgears are part of the x11-apps/mesa-progs package, so make sure it is installed before you attempt to run these commands.
user $
No need to load modules for your driver or agpgart, even if you compiled them as a module. They will be loaded automatically.
user $
glxinfo | grep rendering
direct rendering: Yes
If it says "No", you don't have 3D acceleration.
user $
Test your frames per second (FPS) at the default size. The number should be significantly higher than before configuring DRM. Do this while the CPU is as idle as possible.
FPS may be limited by your screen's refresh rate, so keep this in mind if
glxgears reports only about 70-100 FPS. games-fps/ut2004-demo or other 3D games are better benchmarking tools, as they give you real-world performance results.
Get the most out of direct rendering
If you want to set more features, for performance or other reasons, check out the feature matrix on the DRI web site or the features listing on Sourceforge.
It doesn't work. I don't have rendering, and I can't tell why.
modprobe radeon before you start the X server (replace
radeon with the name of your driver). Also, try building agpgart into the kernel instead of as a module.
When I startx, I get this error: "[drm] failed to load kernel module agpgart"
That's because you compiled agpgart into the kernel instead of as a module. Ignore it unless you're having problems.
I have a Radeon, and I want TV-Out.
The drivers originally developed by the GATOS project have been merged into Xorg's codebase. You don't need anything special for TV-Out; x11-drivers/xf86-video-ati will work just fine.
It doesn't work. My card is so incredibly new and cool that it isn't supported at all.
Try out the binary drivers. For AMD cards, use
ati-drivers; a listing is at http://support.amd.com/us/gpudownload/Pages/index.aspx. If those don't support it, use fbdev. It's slow, but it works.
I have a PCI card and it doesn't work. Help!
Create a config file in /etc/X11/xorg.conf.d/; name it anything you want as long as it ends in .conf. Add the following to it:
Section "Device" Option "ForcePCIMode" "True" EndSection
External resources
- Direct rendering (DRI) using X11-DRM HOWTO on the Gentoo forums
- Radeon 7000-9700 DRI CVS Install Guide on the Gentoo forums
- http://dri.freedesktop.org/
This page is based on a document formerly found on our main website gentoo.org.
The following people contributed to the original document: dberkholz, peesh, nightmorph
They are listed here because wiki history does not allow for any external attribution. If you edit the wiki article, please do not add yourself here; your contributions are recorded on each article's associated history page.


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Rodney D. Bennett took office as the 10th President of The University of Southern Mississippi on April 1, 2013. Dr. Bennett came to Southern Miss from the University of Georgia, where he served as Vice President for Student Affairs. Dr. Bennett's selection as President made history, as he became the first African-American president of a predominantly white higher education institution in the state of Mississippi. [News release/video announcing Dr. Bennett's hiring.]
Appointed to the presidency by the Board of Trustees of the Institutions of Higher Learning, Dr. Bennett is charged with serving as both the chief executive officer and principal educational officer of The University of Southern Mississippi. In general terms, the President is responsible to the Board of Trustees for every facet of institutional operations.
Specifically, the IHL Board delegates to its university presidents administrative control of the universities over which they preside. This includes responsibility for the administration of the divisions and departments of each institution and for keeping its expenditures strictly in harmony with the budget authorized by the IHL Board.
The president also must take the initiative in shaping the University's educational policy and academic standards in cooperation with the State Commissioner of Higher Education. The president has final authority over all employees. The president also is charged with the responsibility of maintaining appropriate standards of student conduct.
In the week following the Board of Trustees' announcement, the University's Hattiesburg campus was struck by a powerful tornado that ripped through not only Southern Miss but also the surrounding community. No lives were lost, but several buildings on campus were damaged or destroyed. Dr. Bennett is currently leading the institution's recovery.
As Vice President for Student Affairs at the University of Georgia, Dr. Bennett was actively involved in all facets of student life, from improving facilities to creating service learning opportunities and celebrating the spirit of diversity on campus. He helped raise funds to enhance student life on campus and improved communications with faculty, staff, students and parents on the Athens campus and three UGA extended campuses.
Dr. Bennett served as Chair of the UGA Athletic Association NCAA Recertification process, including the institutional self-study. In addition, he was a member of the on-site committee for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, reviewing compliance areas related to student life and student affairs.
Dr. Bennett holds a Doctor of Education Degree in Educational Administration from Tennessee State University in Nashville, a Specialist in Education Degree and a Master of Education Degree in Educational Administration from Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mass Communication from Middle Tennessee State.
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The National Summertime Award recognizes Scouts, Dens, and Packs for
taking part in activities in June, July, and August.
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|Graduating 1st grade
|Graduating 2nd grade
| Graduating 3rd grade
and again after 4th grade
The purpose of the National Summertime Award is to encourage packs to provide a year-round program by continuing to meet during the time periods when school is out of session for several weeks or months. If a pack is in a "year-round school" (or is part of a home-school association), the pack could earn the Summertime Pack Award by having a special pack activity during those breaks.
Boys who participate in three summertime pack events (one each in June, July, and August) are eligible to receive the National Summertime Award pin.
The pin is worn on the right pocket flap of the Cub Scout Uniform, pinned onto the Cub Scout Outdoor Activity Award, if present. Multiple pins may be displayed for each year the award is earned.
Den and Pack ribbons
A pack can qualify for the National Summertime Pack Award certificate and streamer by planning and conducting three pack activities-one each in June, July, and August.
Dens with an average attendance of at least half their members at the three summer pack events will be eligible for a colorful den participation ribbon for the den flag or den doodle.
Summertime Activity Ideas
One activity in June, July, and August is the minimum requirement. But remember that few Scouts will be able to make three specific dates during the summer. Consider offering at least two pack events each month. Ask your dens to each host an event. Your council and district should already be offering Cub Scout Day Camp and Cub Scout and Webelos Resident Camp as well as a variety of other activities for you to put in your calendar. So realistically your Cub Scouts may be able to choose from four or more activities each month.
Belt Loop Events - Many great Pack Activities tie into the rank levels as well as Belt Loops. Boys can work on their Pins the second year but consider having popular events no more than once every two years to avoid burn-out. Make sure that you always go over the basics and safety rules for each activity. A Pack Belt Loop event may feature one activity or combine several activities:
- Cub Scout Physical Fitness: Pack Olympics
- Cub Scout Fishing: Pack Fishing Derby
- Cub Scout Swimming: |Pack Swim Party at a public pool
- Cub Scout Flag Football: Pack Flag Football Game
- Cub Scout Softball: Pack Softball Game
- Cub Scout Roller Skating: Pack Roller Skating Party
- Cub Scout Ultimate: Pack Frisbee Golf or Frisbee Football
- Cub Scout Volleyball: Pack Volleyball Game
- Cub Scout SoccerPack Soccer Game
- Cub Scout Bicycling: Pack Bike Ride
- Popcorn kickoff event
- Pack Picnic (squirt guns, competitions, etc.)
- Back to School Cook-out at a local park
- Zoo Trip
- Museum Trip
- Minor League Baseball Game or other sporting event
- Pack Hike (consider "backpacking" lunches in your book bags)
- Fossil Hunt
- Historical landmark tour
- Fire Department or Police Department Tour (applies to each level)


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Congratulations to the Bon Appétit Management Company Terrace Café at Andrews University for receiving their Great Expectation III (GE III) certification for the first time. The Bon Appétit staff has worked persistently to contribute to the unique dining experience of every guest in order to achieve this accomplishment.
The certification requires a rigorous inspection of specific details of Andrews' operations including product sourcing, cleanliness, service standards, décor and food presentation. The GE III document breaks down these traits into specific measures that are applied station-by-station and program-by-program.
"GE III certification is the honor given to those accounts that completely adhere to the many operating standards of Bon Appétit," says J. Mark Daniels, general manager and director of Bon Appétit. "It is a stringent process and the standards are high. There are only a small percentage of accounts nationwide that have earned this coveted certification."
Carrie Buckley, director of merchandising at Bon Appétit, was impressed by aspects of the cafeteria's operation including the restaurant-quality breakfast with a made-to-order omelet station, the diverse vegan and vegetarian-only menu, the exceptional salad bar, the perfect sanitation and the organizational and descriptive signage. The Thai pesto was such a favorite among the reviewers that they even asked for the recipe.
The GE III certificate was created by Michael Bauccio, chief operating officer of Bon Appétit, to provide each unit with a standardized set of standards and operating procedures. These include alignment with the philosophy of cooking and purchasing that make Bon Appétit unique in the marketplace, creating the look and feel of an attractive and professional café, enhancing the experience of the guests, providing for guests with special dietary needs by clearly labeling food, enlightening guests to healthy food options and ethical food usage, creating a safe environment for everyone and, of course, guest and client satisfaction.
"In many ways this is the culmination of the efforts of myself, HR and the management team to build a strong group of individuals who are committed to excellence," says Daniels. "It took a few years to make the changes, but the effort has been worthwhile and we are now ready to explore new and exciting ways to serve our guests and grow our market share in the community."


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Enhanced Sensitivity of Peptidergic Sensory Neurons in Secondary Hypertension
Erhöhte Sensitivität peptiderger sensorischer Neurone bei sekundärer Hypertonie
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Peptidergic sensory nerve fibers from the dorsal root ganglia (DRG) provide afferent input to the central nervous system and could also contribute to the regulation of peripheral vascular system opposing the vasoconstrictor effects of the sympathetic nervous system by releasing vasodilatory peptides locally. Axons of DRG neurons of the lower thoracic cord project to resistance vessels in the lower limbs,. We tested the hypothesis, that peptidergic sensory neurons of the DRG in the lower thoracic cord show an altered sensitivity to mechanical stimuli in rat models of secondary hypertension.
Neurones from DRG (Th11 to L1) of rats with two secondary models of hypertension (2 kidney-1 clip hypertensive, 5/6 nephrectomized rats, respective controls) were cultured on coverslips for 2 days.. Whole cell patch recordings were obtained from the cells and current-time relationships established. Cells of all groups were characterised under control conditions and after exposure to hypoosmotic mannitol solution for 5 minutes to induce mechanical stress. Neurons of the same DRG with projections to the kidney were studied for comparison. Different cell populations were distinguished with a specific dye.
Hypoosmotic extracellular medium induced a significant change in conductance of the cells in all groups of rats. In hypertensive rats, responses of cells with non-renal axons were significantly different from normotensive controls: (2 kidney-1 clip hypertensives: delta -351"b52 pA *; 5/6 nephrectomized rats: delta -372"b43 pA * vers pooled normotensives: delta -190"b25 pA ; * p<0,05 vers. control).
Neurons from DRG in the lower thoracic cord with projections to the lower limbs exhibited an increased sensitivity to mechanical stress. We speculate that this observation may indicate an increased activity of these neurons, their axons and neurotransmitters in the control of resistance vessels in secondary hypertension.