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Hafer: Citrus, yeast prominent in Cuvee Speciale
This week's beer is an offshoot of the regular Cuvee des Trolls, which is more in the Belgian blonde or pale ale category, though a bit stronger for the styles at 7 percent ABV. It is also a filtered beer.
The Cuvee Speciale is a half-percent ABV stronger and not filtered, allowing for refermentation in the bottle. Expect a hint of yeast to show up in the aroma and some haziness to the body. The brewery describes the Speciale as a Belgian trippel.
The pour produces a head that quickly forms a billowy cloud, but with a density that gives it some staying power. The aroma is of pale malts, some citrus notes and the aforementioned yeast, which is more like what you notice when bread dough is rising.
The flavor is again of pale grain, lemon more than orange, candi sugar and a slight Belgian yeast funkiness in the aftertaste. Nothing rough like tobacco or leather, but enough to give it that native Belgian character. The hops are minimal and grassy.
The carbonation is fizzy, not quite champagne-like, but more than is typical for a Belgian trippel. The sugars also are a bit more than usual, but go well with the carbonation, stopping short of putting the ale in soda territory. This is a good beer to accompany fruit before dinner or fruit desserts afterward.
The Dubuisson brewery started on a farm estate and produced beer for the workers and villagers. The family decided to devote itself purely to brewing in 1931 and two years later introduced Bush beer, which is still being made. It later started the Scaldis and Cuvee des Trolls brands. Exports now account for more than 25 percent of its production.
Dubuisson beers are imported by Vanberg & Dewulf of Cooperstown, N.Y., and distributed in most states. While V&D does not have a specific beer finder link, it does have Web addresses for all of its distributors, which is located at http://belgianexperts.com/where-to-buy.
Check out the Scaldis offerings at the same time -- it is an excellent brand and bottles of Scaldis de Noel should be on the shelves by now.
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Annual to tree
Leaves generally compound, alternate, stipuled; leaflets generally entire
Inflorescence: generally raceme, spike, umbel or head; flowers sometime 12 in axils
Flowers generally bisexual, generally bilateral; hypanthium generally flat or cup-like; sepals generally 5, fused; petals generally 5, free, or the 2 lower ± fused; stamens 1many, often 10 with 9 filaments at least partly fused, 1 (uppermost) free; pistil 1, ovary superior, generally 1-chambered, ovules 1many, style, stigma 1
Fruit: legume, sometimes including a stalk-like base above receptacle, dehiscent, or indehiscent and breaking into 1-seeded segments, or indehiscent, 1-seeded, and achene-like
Seeds 1several, often ± reniform, generally hard, smooth
Genera in family: ± 650 genera, 18,000 species: worldwide; with grasses, requisite in agriculture and most natural ecosystems. Many cultivated, most importantly Arachis , peanut; Glycine , soybean; Phaseolus , beans; Medicago ; Trifolium ; and many orns
Reference: [Polhill & Raven (eds) 1981 Advances in legume systematics; Allen & Allen 1981 Leguminosae]
Family description and key to genera by Duane Isely.
Annual or perennial herb from crown, glabrous to hairy; hairs sometimes forked at base, branches parallel with leaf surface, sometimes very unequal
Stem 0 or prostrate to erect
Leaves odd-1-pinnate; leaflets generally jointed to midrib; stipules membranous, sometimes fused around stem at stem base
Inflorescence: raceme, axillary, sometimes head- or umbel-like; flowers 2many
Flower bilateral; calyx 5-lobed; banner outside wings in bud, keel blades with small protrusion at base locking into pit on adjacent wing; 9 filaments fused, 1 free; ovary (and fruit) generally sessile, style slender, stigma minute
Fruit generally 1- or ± 2-chambered, often mottled, generally becoming ± dry; placenta on upper suture
Seeds 2many, smooth, compressed, ± notched at attachment scar
Species in genus: > 2000 species: ± worldwide (380 in North America, 94 in CA including many rare taxa)
Etymology: (Greek: ankle-bone or dice, perhaps from rattling of seeds within fruit)
Reference: [Barneby 1964 Mem NY Bot Gard 20:11188; Isely 1986 Iowa State J Res 61:157289]
Very difficult; both flower and fruit needed for identification; many good species appear similar; some species complexes need study. Taxa near province boundaries may appear in > 1 key. Varieties keyed under species for simplicity; species with vars. so identified in key. Fr length includes beak and any stalk-like base unless fruit body specified.
Perennial, robust, ill-scented, ± glabrous
Stem ± erect, 13.5 dm
Leaf 3.518 cm; leaflets 725, ± well separated, 227 mm, linear to ± round, hairs 0 or only on margins, midribs
Inflorescence: flowers 422, ascending
Flower: petals pink-purple or ± pale, banner 1424 mm, recurved ± 40°, keel 1119 mm
Fruit erect or ascending; body 1240 mm, 713 mm wide, inflated, oblong-ellipsoid, ± round in X -section, stiffly papery, glabrous or minutely hairy; stalk-like base 0 or 27 mm; chamber 1
Ecology: Alkaline clay flats, gravelly washes
Elevation: 700750 m.
Bioregional distribution: Mojave Desert
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South America rewards those willing to explore. Consider this epic adventure: beginning in Buenos Aires and ending in Lima, it's 35 full days of fun. You'll hike the Inca Trail, cross the Salt Flats of Bolivia by 4x4, and feel like a sophisticate sipping wine in Argentina. Along the way, you'll engage with local cultures with a small group of other young travellers to back you up. For those willing to invest their time, this trip offers big returns—in adventure.
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Skip a long bus ride with an included flight to Salta.
Salta, situated in the Lerma Valley of northern Argentina, is home to empanadas salteñas - a delicious local specialty. No visit to the town will be complete without giving them a try. In the evening, opt to experience a local celebration at one of the "Peña" folklore shows.
Explore the city and enjoy the local cuisine. Opt to take a trip through the scenic Quebrada de las Conchas to Cafayate, or visit the High Mountain Archaeological Museum.
Enjoy free time to explore the area. The scenic Quebrada de las Conchas and Cafayate, famed for its wine and vineyards, are recommended stops. The multi-coloured valleys in the foothills region of the Andes are sure to be a highlight.
Travel over the border and into Chile.
In the morning, take a bus further north to the dry desert regions of Argentina and Chile. Stop in the little town of San Pedro de Atacama, on the edge of the Atacama Desert, the driest place on earth.
Opt to try out sandboarding, go mountain biking, or visit the Valley of the Moon.
Ascend by bus into the mountains and cross into Bolivia for a three-day 4x4 excursion to the Salar de Uyuni and surrounding desert altiplano with spectacular scenery. Today you will be crossing the varied landscape of the desert, stopping off at colourful lagoons along the way.
Groups like to get creative with photography, as the endless white of the salt flats creates some great depth illusions that are fun to play with in photos.
Continue exploring the Salar de Uyuni, the world's largest salt flat, on a 4x4 excursion. Admire the spectacular scenery while passing red and blue lagoons along the route. Spot wild llamas, alpacas and even flamingos deep within the desert. Last stop for the evening is a G Adventures-supported community lodge in a traditional agricultural village in the heart of a desert oasis.
Settle in to your G Adventures-supported salt-brick bungalow, complete with salt floors and furniture, after a guided walking tour up to the sacred Jukil mountaintop for sweeping valley views and a dinner of local ingredients prepared by ladies from the community.
Rise early to cover more of the unique landscape of the Salar de Uyuni. Continue to see incredible scenery, including volcanoes, and salt lakes.
Travel north to visit one of the highest cities in the world. On arrival spot the looming mountain of Cerro Rico, a working silver mine.
Get out and explore Potosí and wander through the streets of the city.
Travel north to the beautiful colonial city of Sucre.
Travel north to Sucre. Tackle the city as there is a lot to offer during our two days here. Optional activities include a visit to an old tin baron's mansion and a textile cooperative, mountain biking, and hiking.
Free time to explore the beautiful colonial city of Sucre. For more active options opt to go hiking in the surrounding area or mountain biking.
Enjoy a free day in Sucre before an overnight bus to La Paz.
Enjoy free time to explore the markets and winding streets of this high altitude city.
Wake up from the overnight bus ride, get settled, and have the day to check out the city of La Paz.
Optional activities in La Paz include a pre booked Death Road biking adventure, museum visits, a tour of the Valley of the Moon, or a visit to the world's highest ski resort, Chacaltaya (5600m/18,368 ft).
Free day in La Paz. Opt to visit Iglesia de San Francisco, the Valley of the Moon, the Witches' Market, or the nearby Tiahuanaco Ruins.
Travel by bus through the Altiplano, crossing the border to the Peruvian city of Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca.
The drive around Lake Titicaca and through the Altiplano from La Paz to Peru is impressive.
Guided tour of Lake Titicaca with a homestay in a small village.
In the morning, board a boat on Lake Titicaca. Head to Taquile Island for lunch in a local restaurant and the chance for some shopping in the local weaving cooperatives.
After, cruise to another village for an overnight homestay on the shores of the lake (the homestay location can vary based on community availability). This experience provides an opportunity to learn more about rural life in the Peruvian highlands and to participate in local traditions. Eat with the family, learn some Quecha and Spanish language skills, try on traditional costumes, and help out with daily chores around the village.
Visit the floating islands of Uros. Optional visit to the Sillustani burial site.
Leave the homestay families late morning, and visit the Uros Islands on the way back to Puno. A popular optional activity in Puno is a visit to the spectacular chullpas (funerary towers) of Sillustani, a pre-Inca archaeological site only a short drive away.
Opt to pre-book the Lake Titicaca Kayaking on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.
Travel through the high Altiplano region to Cusco.
Free time to explore Cusco. Choose to pre-book the Cusco Cooking Class. Opt for a city tour, or go whitewater rafting, horseback riding or mountain biking.
Head into the Sacred Valley, visit the G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op in the Ccaccaccollo community. Learn about weaving, meet the resident llamas, and opt to purchase a knitted item if it catches your eye. Stop to sample craft beer on the way to Ollantaytambo for free time to explore.
Depart Ollantaytambo by van to Lares town where the hike begins. Spend the first night at a G Adventures-supported campsite in Cuncani.
The Lares Trek is a scenic, less touristic route to hike through the Andes. It is one day shorter than the Inca Trail but higher in elevation. Enjoy G Adventures-supported handmade biodegradable soap products for use on the Lares Trek.
Start early to hike from the foothills of Sicllaccasa Mountain to its high pass (4,750m/15,583 ft), providing scenic views of lagoons and the snow-capped Chicon Mountain. Celebrate after reaching the highest point by making an offering of coca leaves to the Andean gods. After the morning hike, stop to rest and take in the amazing view. Continue hiking downhill to our second campsite near the stream for the night.
Enjoy the last few hours of hiking before travelling by van to Ollantaytambo and train to Aguas Calientes to enjoy a good night's rest at your hotel.
Enjoy a guided visit to Machu Picchu at sunrise. Use some free time to explore the ruins on your own. Later, travel back to Cusco.
Rise early to catch the first bus up to Machu Picchu with your guide. Enjoy a guided visit to the ruins followed by free time to explore. Opt to walk up to the Sun Gate or Inca Bridge.
When ready, head back down by bus to Aguas Calientes to meet up with the rest of the group. Take the scenic train back to Ollantaytambo to meet the van for the ride back to Cusco.
Free day to explore Cusco or relax after the trek. If you are ready for more adventure, opt to go whitewater rafting, horseback riding or mountain biking.
Opt to visit and hike the famed Rainbow Mountain, pre-book on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.
Enjoy a final free day in Cusco before an overnight bus to Arequipa.
Travel from Cusco to Arequipa. Opt to visit the Santa Catalina Convent or soak in local hot springs.
Explore Arequipa, the 'white city'. Interested in history and architecture? Opt to visit to the Santa Catalina Monastery, offering a brief respite from the outside world and a unique view into a bygone way of life. Pre-book by adding the Arequipa City Tour & Santa Catalina Monastery on the checkout page or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.
For spicy food lovers, checking out one of the "Picanterías" is a must. Arequipa has a variety of regional food: alpaca, shrimp, pork, lots of soups, and spicy sauces.
Take a full-day tour of the spectacular Colca Valley and opt for a soak in hot springs.
Enjoy an overnight excursion to the impressive Colca Canyon - one of the deepest canyons in the world. Stop in fascinating villages and at "miradors" (scenic lookouts), where, with a little luck, spot Andean condors soaring over the majestic Andes. Other unusual animals that may be spotted in the Andean landscape include three different species of camelids: alpaca, llama, and vicuña.
Continue exploring Colca Canyon with opportunities to view condors, visit local villages, and see the old terraces. Travel back to Arequipa for the evening.
Get an early start to be on the look out for the condors flying. Travel from Chivay town to a condor viewpoint to admire these magnificent birds in the air. On the way back, stop by some local villages and viewpoints to see old terraces and sections of Colca Canyon, the deepest canyon in the world.
Explore Arequipa and opt to take a city tour. Take an overnight bus to Nazca.
Nazca is famous for one of the world's greatest archaeological mysteries, the Nazca Lines. Opt to take flight in a light aircraft for the best view or climb the viewing tower to get a glimpse if that's more your style. Enjoy a Pachamanca-style dinner in the evening.
Opt to pre-book your Flight over Nazca Lines on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.
Travel further north to the oasis of Huacachina, stop at a Pisco winery on the way. Sandboard on the dunes around the oasis for an unforgettable sunset.
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NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Asthma is known to be a major health issue for children in inner cities, but a new study suggests that it may be an even bigger problem for poor rural children.
Looking at data on 117,000 Tennessee children on Medicaid, researchers found that 13 percent of children in rural areas had asthma — higher than the rate in urban areas, which stood at 11 percent.
What's more, children in rural areas were somewhat less likely to be on inhaled corticosteroids — though use was generally low among all children in the study.
Inhaled corticosteroids help control asthma and prevent attacks of wheezing and breathlessness, so low rates of use are a concern.
Roughly one-third of asthmatic children in this study were prescribed an inhaled steroid, but those prescriptions were typically filled only one or two months out of the year.
"We think the important message of our (study) is, we know that asthma is a problem among poor urban children in the U.S., but it turns out it is also a problem among poor rural children," said lead researcher Dr. Robert S. Valet, of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in Nashville.
The low use of inhaled-steroid prescriptions, regardless of where children lived, was surprising, Valet told Reuters Health in an email.
"Improving adherence to inhaled corticosteroid medications is likely a major opportunity to improve asthma control in both our urban and rural Medicaid populations," he said.
The findings, reported in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, are based on records for 117,080 Tennessee children covered under Medicaid — the government health insurance program for the poor.
Overall, 11 percent of urban, 12 percent of suburban and 13 percent of rural children had an asthma diagnosis between the ages of 4 and 5.5.
When it came to inhaled corticosteroids, 31 percent of rural children had a prescription, as did 32 percent of suburban and 35 percent of urban children.
While all of the children were on Medicaid, Valet noted that a large proportion of Tennessee children are enrolled in the program — including 41 percent of children in rural areas.
So, he said, the results are likely to be representative of all urban and rural children in the state.
It's not exactly clear why children in rural areas had a higher asthma rate than urban children did. But Valet said it could have to do with high rates of maternal smoking and bronchiolitis — an infection that affects the tiny airways of the lungs, usually in infants.
Among rural children, 35 percent had a mother who smoked during pregnancy, compared with 16 percent of urban children. And 22 percent of rural children had bronchiolitis as infants, versus 17 percent of urban kids.
Rural families are also more likely to have to drive long distances to get medical care, and may not be able to get their children to a specialist in allergies and asthma — which may help explain why they were less likely to be on corticosteroids.
For rural children, pediatricians and other primary care doctors might need to take the lead in improving asthma control, according to the researchers.
The study found that urban children were more likely to visit the emergency room for asthma symptoms than rural kids were — which seemed to be because urban families often go the ER rather than a primary care doctor.
On the other hand, children in rural areas made more trips to the doctor (for any reason) than urban kids did.
So offering more asthma education in rural primary care clinics — in the form of written materials or trained "asthma educators" — could help, according to Valet and his colleagues.
There is only limited information on asthma in rural versus urban regions nationwide, Valet noted. But one study using government data found that 12 percent of adults in urban areas and 11 percent in rural areas said they had ever been diagnosed with asthma.
SOURCE: bit.ly/mJnqHf Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, online April 11, 2011.


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Building skills to boost Liberia's rice crop: FAO and EU support farmers' cooperatives
26 August 2010, Tappita/Rome - Like most of her neighbors in Liberia's Nimba County, Elizabeth Roberts learned to cultivate rice from previous generations of subsistence farmers. She also learned that it was not unusual to lose much of the year's rice crop after harvest.
Liberia's farmers lose up to half of their annual rice crop to post-harvest losses resulting from pests and spoilage, according to the Ministry of Agriculture. Getting more of Liberia's rice crop to market has been one of the challenges facing the country as it strives to cut its dependence on rice imports.
Through a local cooperative for women farmers, Roberts, 44, has become part of an ambitious national plan to boost the production, quality, durability and marketability of Liberia's rice crop.
Instructors trained by FAO have shown Roberts and other members of a local women's farmer cooperative improved techniques for producing, processing and storing rice.
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Straddling a dirt embankment in a rice field in Tappita, Roberts explained that she and other members of the cooperative, the Tappita Women's Structure, have learned how to turn overgrown swamps into lowland rice fields, improve rice yield and quality throughout the growth cycle, use various techniques to protect the rice from pests, and add to the value of the crop with proper post-harvest processing and storage.
"We used to, you know, just put the rice in the ground," Roberts said, fanning one hand outward to mimic the planting of rice seedlings. "At the workshop, they taught me how to prepare rice in the nursery and lay the rice. Then, after the harvest, you mash it, parboil it, and let it dry good," said Roberts.
The plan is funded in part by the European Union Food Facility, the EU's massive response to higher food prices in developing countries, with technical support from FAO.
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In Liberia, the EUFF is part of a multi-faceted initiative by the government and the UN Joint Programme for Food Security and Nutrition, which aims to provide emergency assistance to food-insecure households while also building the long-term capacity of Liberians to improve their livelihoods.
To maximize the impact of distribution and training initiatives, the programme is working with both men's and women's farmer cooperatives, to be sure that women are given equal access to opportunities for distribution, training and decision-making processes.
"We insisted on involving women directly in swamp rehabilitation so that women would be able to help themselves grow more food, to have some to carry home. They wanted to do this job, but they did not have the means," said Sarah Mendoabar, mayor of Tappita, a town of 11 000 people surrounded by villages that are home to another 4 000 other people.
Mendoabar says female-headed households have been especially hard hit by higher food prices and a decline in household purchasing power in recent years. In addition to training, local women and men have also received seeds, fertilizer and other pest-control supplies from FAO.
For Roberts, the most surprising part of the agricultural training was the sight of a large metal vat, poised over a wood fire and filled with steaming, parboiled rice. She learned that parboiling rice would help to preserve nutrients in the rice grains, and increase their marketability.
Roberts now helps to train other members of her women's farmer cooperative in sustainable farming and post-harvest processing techniques.
She says updated methods for preserving nutrients in rice and making it more durable will, together with improved storage techniques, allow her and other farmers to reduce post-harvest losses of rice grain and lay the groundwork for a better future.
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12 Strawberry Recipes To Make This Spring
Depending on where you live, you're either at the cusp of strawberry season or enjoying the first few ripe red berries. Either way, it's time to start planning what you'll make once you've got bushels of strawberries at your disposal. Will it be strawberry shortcake cupcakes or maybe a freeform strawberry galette? Maybe you'll blend them into a perfect frozen yogurt or keep them raw as a topping for flaky phyllo cups.
Click through the slideshow to see 12 recipes that we'll be making this spring or go straight to the recipes below.
Sweet Strawberry Pie
Strawberries and Cream Pavolva
Strawberry Dream Pie Ice Cream
Strawberry Pound Cake
Strawberry Balsamic Custard Tart
Meringue Cupcakes with Nutella and Strawberries
Strawberry Galette
No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake
Greek Yogurt and Strawberry Phyllo Cups
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Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes
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Tomorrow Apple will holding what is expected to be the great iPad (mini) event. Just like with the introduction of the iPhone 5, a lot seems to be known about this new product. Spy photos of pretty much every part of this smaller iPad have been circulating around for weeks now, so not much is left to the imagination. And yet, some crucial things are not known yet:
- What will be the product's name ?
- What price points will it sell at ?
- What sort of screen will it have ?
- Will it have just WiFi or LTE as well ?
I won't speculate on much of the above. Others are much better equipped to do so. I will make one prediction though. No it won't be about the price. If Apple wanted to deal a death-blow to the rest of the industry, it would price the entry level model at $199. Even the Kindle Fire wouldn't survive that. But, hey, this is Apple we're talking about. Could they sell it at such a price and still make money ? I believe they could. Chances are the display will be non-retina. Apple have achieved economies of scale with the iPhone 3GS and the iPad2 that would enable them to go really low on this one. But they won't. We've heard rumors of prices hovering between $249 and $329. I have no doubt that even at those higher prices Apple will break sales records with these machines, but it won't be as "market-dominating" as pricing at below $200.
No, my prediction is about something else entirely. Last January Apple took pains to unveil their iBooks strategy, and specifically the iBooks Author program that enables mere mortals to easily create beautiful textbooks for school and college going students. The main bottleneck for the success of that program was the price of the vehicle it required. Very few school districts could afford to buy large quantities of iPads for their students. So the tools were there, but the vehicle went missing. Until tomorrow. I believe that Apple will tout this new iPad category as the ideal school and college companion. I have a feeling much of tomorrow's presentation will focus on that particular function for this new device. Chances are they will introduce a new version of iBooks Author, and maybe even a new version of iBooks itself.
Of course there will be other highlights: maybe a new retina 13 inch MacBook Pro, possibly a revamped Mac Mini, but in my opinion we should be paying attention to the iBooks move. Many people have had the vision of "a computer for every child" for years now, but this new iPad, whatever its name, could well bring this vision that much closer to reality.


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Provenance: La Habana, Cuba. Drafted in the second round of the 2005 amateur draft by Atlanta. Acquired by the Blue Jays on July 14, 2010 along with Jo-Jo Reyes in exchange for SS Tyler Pastornicky, LHP Tim Collins and SS Alex Gonzalez.
Contract Status: Signed two-year, $10 million contract extension last season, which begins this year. Blue Jays hold two additional option years at $5 million per season for 2014 and 2015.
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Career Stats: .289 AVG, .366 OBP, .401 SLG, .766 OPS in 2703 plate appearances. 44 home runs, 118 doubles, 21 stolen bases, 351 runs scored.
2011 Stats: .290 AVG, .369 OBP, .413 SLG, .782 OPS in 590 plate appearances over 133 games. 11 homers and 77 runs scored. 4.3 wins above replacement (as per Fangraphs).
Love for the Glove: Yunel has never posted negative Ultimate Zone Rating (UZR) numbers at shortstop in any of his major league seasons. His 45.0 runs saved (according to Total Zone with Location Data (TZL)) is tops among MLB shortstops since 2007. His UZR/150 over that time is only eighth best (3.0), and suffers because of 65 fielding errors (including 36 throwing errors).
Looking Back: There were few stories that were as pleasant to watch unfold as Yunel Escobar's last season. After a cold end to his first season as a Blue Jay, Escobar thrived at the top of order, spending 111 games in the leadoff spot and posting a .366 OBP in the role. Moreover, he looked like he was having fun, and his joy on the field is pretty infectious.
Escobar continued to be a bit of a curiosity, in that he is a big-bodied shortstop without a ton of power (his .121 isolated power mark last season placed him 12th among qualified shortstops). He also does not possess an extraordinary level of speed, having been successful on only three steals attempts last season. On the other hand, he never gets cheated on an at bat, and managed to leg out a team-high 19 infield hits in 2011
One of the most remarkable improvements for Escobar last season was the smoothing out of a hitch in his swing that contributed to a lot of pop-ups in 2010. He dropped his rate of infield fly balls from 10.6% in 2010 to a remarkable 0.9% in 2011, which was the third lowest mark in all of baseball (behind Howie Kendrick's 0.0% and Joey Votto's 0.6%.)
Escobar's patience, willingness to take a walk and ability to hit the ball to all fields made him a valuable piece of the Jays offense, and likely the best leadoff hitter the team has seen in some time.
Looking Forward: With a new (and very club-friendly) deal to his name, Yunel would appear to be a Blue Jay for at least the next two years, and maybe beyond. He's a solid all-around player, though last year's offensive performance is likely close to the top-end of what we can expect from him going forward. At 29, it's hard to argue that there's much additional upside yet to be unearthed. (Is that a mixed metaphor?)
We've always had concerns about Escobar's build, because a big strong body like his seems destined to break down and slow up as he ages. Moreover, the bat doesn't really play in a corner infield spot, so it won't be as easy as sliding him over if his dexterity eludes him. On the other hand, some of Escobar's excellence in the field owes to smart positioning and taking good first steps to the ball, which are attributes which should hang in there, even as he crosses that precipice into his thirties.
The Jays will soon be placed into a position of having to make a decision on Adeiny Hechavarria's role with the big league club, but with the news out of Spring Training that he's begun taking ground balls at second, it appears as though the team is willing to move forward with Escobar.
2012 Expectations: Take out a few months where he became a whipping boy in Atlanta, and Yunel's performance over his five years of big league ball look pretty consistent. For the coming season, it's reasonable to expect an OPS somewhere above .760. Add in an extra homer every six weeks or an extra double per month, and that number crawls up over .800.
All of which would make us happy to be a fan Yunel.


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With a new airport, Montserrat's simmering volcano and intriguing Pompeii in the Tropics are more accessible than ever.Visit Official Website
Long known as the Caribbean's Emerald Isle for its Irish heritage and lush rainforests, Montserrat welcomes visitors with a green shamrock-shaped stamp in their passport. Drive from the just-opened airport through the newly-built area of Brades and you might think a building boom had struck an improbable locale. In fact, Montserrat's former airport and capital are no longer accessible, laid to waste by pyroclastic flows that began erupting in 1995. (View More)
Montserrat's future is bright as major development will take place in the form of a new capital town at Carr's and Little Bay. The master plan has been approved for work to commence which will be done in phases. There are plans to develop commercial, residential and leisure areas which will provide investors with a unique set of opportunities. Anchored by the development will be a new port at Carr's Bay which will welcome ferries and small cruise vessels and cargo vessels, the town's waterfront will overlook the port and marina, an elegant beach front hotel will command prime position on the adjacent hill, luxury villas and condominiums will also be ideally located, as will a marine village providing facilities. The Montserrat Development Corporation (MDC) is at the forefront of this new and exciting development. They can be reached at www.investmontserrat.com or on 664 491 4702 or email email@example.com for more information.
The activity has continued on and off, but Montserrat's northern third remains a safe landing, with the volcano monitored round-the-clock by a team of scientists tasked with keeping visitors and the island's current 4,700 residents aware of Mother Nature's inner rumblings. In sum, Montserrat makes for an unusual holiday.
Of course, Montserrat offers many of the Caribbean's traditional activities. Most of the beaches are of the black-sand variety, but Rendezvous Bay, a strand of tawny-hued sand, can be reached by following a trail over a bluff or by hiring a boat. Lime Kiln Bay is a prime snorkeling location, and there's also good diving - the small infrastructure has minimized impact on sea life. Although the volcano is off limits to hikers, Centre Hills forms a dramatic backdrop for other adventures on foot - an expanding network of hiking trails accesses rain forests, old banana plantations and views from sea cliffs. Local forest rangers will help you track the threatened Montserrat oriole, the national bird, and other rare species like the forest thrush and bridled quail dove.
Montserrat is the only Caribbean island that observes St. Patrick's Day as an official holiday, with musical concerts, masquerades and other traditional activities from around the second week in March until St. Patrick's Day. Montserrat celebrated 50 years of Festival in December 2012 which ended January 2 2013. This Festival is the largest one for the island which includes pageantry, calypso shows, jump ups, masquerade steel and string bands plus more. This year saw a huge number of returning residents as well as some first time visitors to the island who all came to enjoy the many activities and catch up with friends and family.
Nature's Fireworks
The volcano is the star attraction, most easily viewed from the Montserrat Volcano Observatory on the slopes of Centre Hills. Good views of the volcano are also possible from Jackboy Hill and from Garibaldi Hill. Both show different views of the volcano and surrounding environs. St. George's Hill is an even closer perch for a spectacular panorama of the crater and ash flows, however this area is currently off limits. Below are the ruins of Plymouth - today a ghost town under a blanket of ash.
The Montserrat Tourist Board has published two maps for visitors: a road map and a map of nature trails. The road map includes information on stores, hotels, restaurants and taxis. On the nature map, travelers can learn safety tips and get details on each island trail, including the Katy Hill Trail System and The Cot.
Tourism to the island is on the rise, thanks to the $18.5 million Gerald's Airport that debuted in 2005. Daily scheduled flights are available on SVG Air and on FlyMontserrat from Antigua which is a short 15 minutes away. Charter flights are also possible with both airlines. There is also a ferry service between Montserrat and Antigua usually three (3) days a week. For updated ferry schedule and airline information go to: www.visitmontserrat.com
Sailing Trips from Antigua are possible with ONDECK a 65-footer Farr Ocean Racing Yacht. For reservations and other information
Tel: 268 562 6696
Email: email@example.com
Web: www.ondeckoceanracing.com/antigua/montserratadventure.html
There are some small nightclubs and a host of roadside bars, better known as 'rum shops', where people gather informally to hang out or 'lime', have a drink and perhaps relax over a game of dominoes, especially on Friday nights. With limited evening culture. There is no closing time and most bars stay open 'until...' Salem, St. John's, Cudjoe Head, Davy Hill and Festival Village in Little Bay are home to many of these bars.
SVG ABM-Air and FlyMontserrat offer daily scheduled flights as well as Charter flights to Montserrat's John A. Osborne Airport.
For reservations and flight information for SVG Air contact Express Handlers (in Antigua)
Tel: 268 562 7183
Email: email@example.com
MONAIR Travel Services (in Montserrat): 664 491 4200
For reservations and flight information for FlyMontserrat go to: http://www.flymontserrat.com or telephone 664 491 3434.
From Europe, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, KLM, Air France and Lufthansa provide services from Europe to Antigua and St. Maarten.
If you are coming from North America, Air Canada, American Airlines (via San Juan), Caribbean Airlines, United Airlines, Delta and US Airways (code share partner) offer direct flights to Antigua.
From the Caribbean there are also daily scheduled inter-island Caribbean flights.
Helicopter Charters: The island can also be visited by helicopter charter from Antigua. This is also one of the best ways to do a flyover from Antigua to see the island and the awesome Soufriere Hills Volcano. To do so contact:
Caribbean Helicopters
PO Box 170 Jolly Harbour, Antigua, West Indies
Tel: 268-460-5900
Fax: 268-460-5901
Email: email@example.com
Ferry Service: Available between Antigua and Montserrat usually three days a week. For the updated ferry schedule go to: www.vistmontserrat.com or contact Roosevelt Jemmotte on 664 496 9912 (in Montserrat) or Jennifer Burke 268 778 9786 (in Antigua).
European Union, US and Canadian citizens need a valid passport only.
Visa Requirements:
Visit https://www.immigration.ms/tourists/guide for full information.
Investment Information:
For information on investing in Montserrat contact the Montserrat Development Corporation at 664 491 4700 or 4702, e-mail email@example.com
Volcano Viewing:
The magnificent (and still active) Soufriere Hills Volcano is the island's stellar attraction, and the only live volcano in the Caribbean that you can observe at close quarters in safety. After centuries of lying dormant the volcano rumbled to life in 1995 and buried the capital of Plymouth lying in its foothills, reducing the once-vibrant city to a deserted shell- the Caribbean's own version of a modern day Pompeii.
For snorkelers and divers, the coral reefs on Montserrat's North West Coast offers a variety of tropical fish and other exotic undersea life. Among the more spectacular dive sites are Little Redonda, a rock that reaches the surface from a depth of about 80 feet; the Pinnacles on the northeast corner of the island; and Yellow Hole, south of the Pinnacles, where there is the wreck of 19th century steel schooner which sank in 1886.
Nature and Adventure:
The lush, forest Centre Hills is renowned for its biological diversity. The moist rainforest is home to many species of wildlife and most of the thirty-four species of resident land birds and migrant songbirds that inhabit the area. Birdwatchers will delight in a chance to spot Montserrat's rare national bird, the Montserrat oriole, as well as the forest thrush; the shy bridled quail dove, the mangrove cuckoo, the trembler and purple throated carib. Other regional endemic species that may be found are the mountain chicken, which is actually a type of frog, and the galliwasp, which is half-snake, half-lizard.
There are numerous hiking trails through the lush vegetation that offers stunning views of land, sea and coastline.
Another great way to discover the island's hidden charms. Cycle along at your own pace, admiring the breathtaking views of the ocean, and the dramatic sweep of green hills, which many visitors say are very much like the Irish countryside.
Day Trips From Antigua
A number of tour operators based in Antigua operate day trips to Montserrat that include volcano viewing, a tour of the island, lunch and transportation. To book one of these tours contact:
Carib World Travel
Woods Centre, St John's, Antigua
Phone: (268) 480 2999
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Website: http://www.carib-world.com/
D&J Forwarders & Tours (Antigua)
P.O. Box 2548
St. John's, Antigua
Tel: (268) 773 9766/728 0773
Email: email@example.com
Jenny Tours
P.O.Box W471
Woods Centre, St. Johns, Antigua
Phone: (268) 778 9786
Email: email@example.com
Website: www.jennytours.webs.com
RTT Travel & Tours
P.O. Box 183
Brades, Montserrat
Phone: (664) 491 4788 / 496 4788
Fax: (664) 491 2974
Runaway Travel, Ltd.
P.O. Box 54
Brades, Montserrat
Tel: (664) 491 2776/2800
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
For visiting non-nationals a minimum stay of 3 working days in Montserrat is required before application can be made to obtain a special or Governor's Marriage License.
Application for the License is made through the Human Resources Management Unit (HRMU) and persons wishing to marry should contact the HRMU soon after their arrival on island so that they can be properly advised.
The following documents are required:
• Birth certificate of each party
• Affidavit of Identity (if applicable)
• Deed Poll (if applicable)
• A valid passport of each party
• A copy of Decree Absolute, if either party is a divorcee
• Copy of death certificate of deceased spouse if applicant is widowed
• Certificate of non-marriage/affidavit confirming that applicant has never been married
• Consent of the parent/s if any of the applicants is under eighteen (18) years
• Postage stamps in the amount stipulated by law (the fee currently charge is EC$200.00)
Human Resources Unit
PO Box 292
Government Headquarters
Montserrat, B.W.I.
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Tel: (664) 491-2365
Hours: Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 4:00 pm


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Here are some of my tips for planning the menu for a Festive Holiday Cocktail Party :
A Mini Meal
When I'm planning a cocktail menu, I like to think about it the same way I think about the menu for a dinner party. I start with the 'entrees,' typically proteins like seafood and beef, and I pick 2-3 options. Next, I think about side items - items that will compliment the entrees... cheeses, vegetables, starches. I like to have items that are both filling, and easily eaten in a bite or two.
Here is my formula for putting together a Cocktail Party Menu :
- Seafood (1-2)
- Meat (Beef, Pork or Chicken) (1-2)
- Cheese & Vegetables (2-3)
- Sweet (1-2)
Think Sauces, Not Salsa
As with a dinner party, everything on the menu should go well on a plate together and taste great with a glass of wine - even the sauces. Although tempting (and everyone does it...) try to avoid serving salsa type dips for the holidays - it doesn't go with much else than a margarita. That being said, if you're having a very casual Christmas Open House and there'll be kids and soda - then salsa and cheese dip it is. However, if you're having a festive Holiday Cocktail Party, stick to a menu that will be more complimentary with a cocktail. Glad I got that off of my chest. Whew! Moving on...
Not Hot, Not Cold, Just Right
Another thing to consider is how the food will be served and what temperature it will be at its best. Because I don't like the look of chaffing dishes, I like menu items that are best at room temperature. If I do want to serve something that is best hot, then I do them passed around on a tray right after they come out of the oven. It doesn't have to be a 'fancy' party to do passed hors d'oeuvres, you can think of it as a way to make the rounds to say hello to everyone and offer them bite of something special... I even do it at the most casual of events.
Holiday Cocktail Party Menu
Artisan Cheese Platter with Berries and Flatbreads
Gingerbread Cookies
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms (passed) : These are so good! They are creamy - similar to a Crab Rangoon filling.
Beef Tenderloin with Horseradish Canapes : Such a classic. They are a great filling option to have as your 'entree.'
Roasted Shrimp Cocktail with Lemon Caper Cream Sauce : Better than the classic. The roasting with salt and pepper gives it a rich flavor that is really nice with the Lemon Caper Cream Sauce (made with Sour Cream!)
Caramelized Onion & Goat Cheese Tartlettes : People love this. It is surprisingly simple with great flavor... it is also impressive looking.
Petite Cream Puffs topped with Fudge : Bite-size, store-bought with a little chocolate icing embellishment. Enough Said.


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YES! But How? Grow a Curtain
Grow vines as a living curtain or awning to shade your windows, cool your house, and remove carbon from the atmosphere. Deciduous perennials work well for living curtains because they let sun through in the winter and don't require yearly replanting. You'll get the best cooling benefits if you shade south-facing windows (north-facing if you're in the southern hemisphere).
To grow a curtain, plant your vines in the ground, in pots, or in a window box. Lean a trellis against the wall, then guide your vines up the trellis and over the window as they grow. Using a wooden trellis with pots works well for apartments; it's portable and doesn't require wall fastenings. In permanent settings you can use netting or wire to support the plants instead.
A living awning provides shade without blocking your view. Attach shelf brackets (salvaged, built, or bought) at each side of the window. The awning should ideally extend far enough to cast a shadow below the window in the middle of summer. Fasten wood or wires across the top of the brackets to support the vines, or make a shelf and grow trailing plants in containers above your window.
Double the benefits of your living curtain by growing vines that are beautiful or edible. Runner beans, wisteria, grapes, and hops are good choices, depending on your climate and whether you prefer food, flowers, or beer.


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Saving Files in Office 2011 for Mac
Saving a file that you're working on in Office 2011 for Mac is as easy as clicking the Save button on the Standard toolbar, pressing Command-S, or choosing File→Save. If your file has been saved previously, saving the file replaces the existing copy of the file with your updated version.
If your file has not already been saved, the Save As dialog opens automatically when you save your file. Save As lets you name your file and choose a location for saving. You can call up the Save As dialog anytime you're working on a document to save it with a new name and/or location by choosing File→Save As.
A typical Save As dialog has the following options:
Icon view, List view, Column view: Displays directory files as icons (Icon view), as directory filenames in a list (List view), or as directory filenames in columns (Column view).
Shortcuts: Includes major directories and recent places.
Save As: Type a name for your file here.
You can click the name of an existing file to automatically populate the Save As field to save time typing. You can then edit that name if you don't want to overwrite the original file.
Expand/Shrink: Toggles between the full Save As dialog and a small version.
Search: Enter search criteria.
Resize: Drag the dividers to resize the panes. Double-click the resize handle to automatically resize the pane to the longest file name.
Forward/Back: For navigation within your directories.
Format: Click this pop-up menu to change the resulting saved file to a format that's different from the default file format.
Description: Gives details about the selected file format.
Learn More About File Formats: Click this link to open Office Help.
Append File Extension: When selected, this option appends the correct file extension for the selected format. You should always select this option.
Options: Displays more options applicable to the selected format.
Compatibility Report: Runs Compatibility report in the Toolbox.
New Folder: Lets you create a new folder on the fly.
Save: Saves the file using the settings you chose in the Save As dialog.


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By Ross Korves - Economic Policy Analyst, Truth About Trade & Technology
Virginia Tech University and Monsanto recently announced a collaborative wheat breeding effort in which Monsanto will gain access to Virginia Tech's wheat germplasm pool and Monsanto will provide Virginia Tech with current advanced breeding technologies and new ones as they are developed. Attributes that affect yield will be the initial breeding focus, including Fusarium head blight (scab) and drought tolerance. This agreement is the latest development in the U.S. over the last five years that will affect wheat breeding around the world.
Ross Korves joined Truth About Trade & Technology in 2004 and writes a weekly economic and trade policy analysis. Mr. Korves served the American Farm Bureau Federation as an Economist from 1980 – 2004. He served as Chief Economist from April 2001 through September 2003 and held the title of Senior Economist from September 2003 through August 2004. His analyses can be found at http://truthabouttrade.org/news/editorials/trade-policy-analysis


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Deputy Constable Stands By Decision to Shoot at Car
John Ochoa stands by his actions after he shot at a vehicle in the early morning hours of July 23rd when a car sped off as he and another off-duty peace officer attempted to question the people inside the vehicle.
"I did what I felt at that point was necessary," Ochoa, 39, said.
Ochoa, a deputy with the Jefferson County Constable Precinct 8 office, and Chris Bates, an officer with the Port Arthur Independent School District Police Department, were involved in the shooting at the Mega Play Bowling Alley in Port Arthur. The investigation into the shooting has been completed, according to Constable Eddie Collins, whose agency handled the investigation.
The investigation report has been turned in to the Jefferson County District Attorney's Office. No word yet on when a review of the report will be done.
Attempts to reach the PAISD PD were unsuccessful and Bates is out of town.
According to Ochoa, an 11-year veteran of law enforcement, he and Bates were working off-duty at the bowling alley, located at 3500 Regional Drive in Port Arthur, just behind Central Mall. The bowling alley was closing down around 1:45 a.m., when a young white male rushed inside the building to tell Ochoa that his brother had been sprayed with pepper spray and beat up. He then pointed out a young black male standing by the 9th Street entrance and then pointed to a car in the parking lot.
Both Ochoa and Bates walked to the 9th Street entrance of the bowling alley and spotted Ryan Hancock, a Port Arthur man, and identified themselves as police and asked to speak with him. Ochoa said Hancock neglected to answer and left the porched-in area of the entrance.
Ochoa said he then went to the car that had been pointed out in the parking lot and said Bates followed Hancock. Once Ochoa arrived at the car, he quickly noticed a young woman in the car on the driver's side, Jasmine Ruben, from Beaumont. Ochoa, who approached the car from the rear, said he had his gun drawn, but it was at his side.
Ruben's window was up according to Ochoa, and he said he instructed Ruben to get out of the car a "several" times and identified himself as police each time. Ruben refused to get out of the car, Ochoa said. Mere seconds after he began shouting at Ruben to get out of the car, Hancock, Ruben's boyfriend, jumped in the car – with Ochoa still standing near the front quarter panel on the driver's side of Ruben's white Hyundai .
Undeterred after jumping in the car, Ochoa said he heard Hancock tell Ruben to "go, go, go" and despite Ochoa's orders, he said Ruben "gunned" the car out of her parking spot in the parking lot and began turning left to exit, in the same direction Ochoa was standing.
Ochoa, who stands 5-foot-8-inches tall and weighs 300 pounds, said he was wearing a black shirt that said "CONSTABLE" in 3.5 inch white letters across the front and back, black pants, and a lanyard with a Texas Peace Officer's badge hanging from it. He said it would've been "impossible" for either Hancock or Ruben not to see him.
It was at that moment, as the car began screeching away, Ochoa said he "jumped back" to get out of the way, raised his pistol, and said he fired three shots at the car. Bates, who was behind the car, also fired a single round.
Two of Ochoa's shots hit pavement while the third shot hit the car's rear tire. Bates shot hit the car and ultimately wedged into an arm rest in the car.
Thankfully no one was hurt. However, after the shooting, the car did stop, and both peace officers secured and detained Ruben and Hancock. Ruben was taken to Jefferson County Jail and charged with aggravated assault on a peach officer. She bonded out of jail. Hancock was not charged at all. The car was impounded but later released to Ruben, Ochoa said.
Aggravated assault is a second-degree felony and is punishable by two to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000.
Attempts to reach Ruben at her home in Beaumont were unsuccessful while contact was made with Hancock at his home in Port Arthur. He declined to speak at length about the subject, but did say that Ochoa's story was "not true" and indicated that Ochoa was not at the driver's side as he claims but was at the rear of the vehicle.
Ochoa denies Hancock's story and said to refer to the statement he gave to police regarding the incident.
Meanwhile, Constable Collins defends the actions of his deputy.
"I got to support whatever they say," said Collins, adding that his office did a complete investigation on its own. He said he didn't seek out help from Port Arthur Police or from the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office essentially because no one was struck in the shooting, nor was any disciplinary action handed down to Ochoa.
"The protocol (for an officer-involved shooting) would be, if he had struck somebody, he would've been taken off the streets, but there wasn't anybody struck, or shot, so he's working now," Collins said.
The long-time law enforcement veteran specified why another agency wasn't brought in to help with the investigation regarding its own personnel.
"If somebody would've been hit, we would've brought somebody in to do an investigation, but the DA will get in there and look at the case, and see what needs to be brought forward with the case, or what it's going to be. It's like any other case," Collins said.
Collins said his office is still a law enforcement agency and still capable of conducting such an investigation.
"We don't," said Collins of regularly handling investigations, "but if we have to, we will."
As for Ochoa, he said he's aware of the talk in the public regarding the shooting questioning the legitimacy of the shoot, but he remains steadfast in his actions to fire off three shots at the car. He said shooting at a car was the last thing he wanted to do, and up to that point, he said everybody at the bowling alley was having a good time.
He adds that he had had no problems with Hancock or Ruben, both of whom he'd seen at various times throughout the night at the bowling alley.
And chances are, Ochoa said nothing would've come of the questioning of Hancock, whom Ochoa said they simply wanted to ask about the fight that was alleged to have occurred.
"We would've asked him what happened, and since we didn't see the fight, we probably would've told both parties not to do it again, get in their cars and go home, and that would've been the end of it. I've been working at the bowling alley for five years, and fights happen. And a lot of times, we send them home," Ochoa said.
But unfortunately it devolved into something more serious. "I don't know what her intentions were," he said, referring to Ruben's refusal to get out of the car.
Ultimately, Ochoa, and Bates, made decisions that most police officers, despite the fact they all carry guns, have to make – fire their weapon.
"I was not afraid for my life, I was scared," Ochoa said. "At that instant, you are scared. I reacted because of her actions. Luckily, she didn't get hit, I did take her to jail, but she will have her day in court."


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|MartinLogan Introduces New $2,500 Descent Subwoofer
|Wednesday, 12 September 2001
MartinLogan announces the introduction of the Descent, a reference powered subwoofer system. The Descent delivers low frequency information using advanced servo monitoring and control, BalancedForce bass configuration, low-mass aluminum element drivers, a low distortion amp and highly evolved enclosure technology.
"MartinLogan set out to engineer the Descent subwoofer by developing standards beyond traditional subwoofer design. Designing to the higher standards of superior electrostatic transducers became the MartinLogan challenge. New low levels of distortion and accurate levels of system integration accuracy result in the highest levels of performance available today," said Gayle Sanders, president and founder of MartinLogan. The Descent's advanced servo monitoring and control system combined with state-of-the-art driver and cabinet technologies reduce intermodulated and harmonic distortions to a new level of precision. Servo control operates via a control circuit that constantly monitors and corrects for any deviation within each driver.
By operating three 10-inch drivers in parallel, the Descent benefits from aggregate low-distortion and optimal control achieving the effective cubic displacement of an 18-inch driver while maintaining the control and low-distortion resolution of a next-generation 10-inch driver.
BalancedForce bass configuration resolves cabinet vibrations found in other subwoofer topologies, resulting in the generation of the ideal—only pure bass energy. Originally engineered for the cost-no-object, state of the art Statement E2 system, BalancedForce uses two or more drivers mounted facing away from each other. The Descent's three drivers, spaced 120 degrees apart, operate in exact opposition resulting in maximum vibration cancellation.
The Descent uses a recently developed class of switching amplifier rated at a true 400 watt RMS (800 watt peak) with a total harmonic distortion of 0.07% at all levels. The MartinLogan team designed the Descent with an input architecture that easily integrates in both 2-and multi-channel systems. LFE input effectively uses no low-pass filter, instead leaving crossover control to the processor. Left/Right line level inputs integrate an audiophile grade 40 or 70Hz low-pass filter. RCA output allows multiple Descent's to operate in a serial configuration.
Handcrafted and designed by MartinLogan's engineering and industrial design team, the Descent features a quick-change wood finish top and MartinLogan ETC™ spikes for maximum bass performance.
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The nomenclature of Caribbean Islands can be a little confusing: just what are the Antilles, and why are some Greater and some Lesser? Exactly which islands are in each grouping? And, which ones can you visit on a cruise?
Collectively, the islands of the Caribbean are known as the West Indies. They can be sorted into three groups by location: the Bahamas (which some people consider too far north to qualify as true Caribbean Islands); the Greater Antilles; and the Lesser Antilles.
The Greater Antilles include Cuba, Hispaniola (which is divided into the nations of Haiti and the Dominican Republic), Jamaica and Puerto Rico. The Cayman Islands are often included in the Greater Antilles as well, as they are located quite close to Cuba. These larger, older Caribbean islands are generally made of continental rock. The Caymans and Jamaica are popular cruise destinations, while Puerto Rico is a starting and ending point for many Caribbean itineraries, offering opportunities to explore San Juan pre- or post-cruise.
The Lesser Antilles, sometimes called the Caribees, are numerous smaller, younger islands – some made of volcanic materials, some of coral – that form the eastern border of the Caribbean Sea. They are further grouped into the Leeward Islands, the Windward Islands and the Leeward Antilles. The Leeward Islands that welcome cruise ships include several of the U.S. and British Virgin Islands, as well as Saint Martin, Saint Kitts, Antigua and Barbuda, Guadeloupe and more. The Windward Islands group includes the popular cruise destinations of Martinique and Saint Lucia. The Leeward Antilles include the ABC Islands – Aruba, Curacao and Bonaire – as well as other small islands off the coast of Venezuela.
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I have the following scenario which needs to be changed as soon as possible:
1. A group of sequential threads executes (contains 3 threads)
2. A group of another sequential threads executes (contains 2 threads)
3. A group of parallel threads executes (contains 9 threads such that producer-consumer approach of threads is applied correctly)
Why I created this scenario?
To execute a particular threads first (point-1: containing 3 threads), after their processing is done i required to execute another 2 threads (point-2: containing 2 threads). If and only if the 1 and 2 points are covered I required to process point-3.
Initially, I required to execute all the threads to process parallell operations, but I left that idea as the parallel threads would execute simultaneusly.
For the above situation everything is working smooth until some problem occured.
Why I need to change the above scenario?
Sometimes, I get an Exception which can be handled well in case of parallel threads. While the same Exception if I get in the Sequential threads that becomes unable to handle. Since, all other processing of sequential threads comes under waiting condition until the first completes.
So, I need to take the benefit of parallel threads but I chosen this way to be easy which has become a tough to handle situation for the application.
So, I need to create such a scenario in which I should execute different parallel threads for a fixed order. E.g:
Order-1st = process the first 3 parallel threads
Order-2nd = process the next 2 parallel threads
Order-3rd = process the next 9 parallel threads
Also, the above case is somewhat restricted, though I need a generic solution for this. Like if in future I want to add 2 more threads from Order-1 or, if I even remove some threads for any order the sequence of the groups should be executing as desired.
Is there any way in java through which we can make a group of parallel threads such that they can be executed for whatever order we may specify?
I have the following code snippet if you can help me modifying:
// Level-1
// Level-2
// Level-3 & 4 --> Applied Producer-Consumer using wait-notify working fine.


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With the recent turmoil over the debt ceiling debacle, U.S. debt downgrade and soul-sapping market drops, the idea of finding a cheap and easy country to retire, some might say hide, is a somewhat comforting notion.
(Find out what the Top 7 Foreign Cities are.)
International Living magazine has chosen seven "easy" and affordable foreign cities that make for great retirement destinations. The list, revealed in July, favors Central and South America, and outlines some of the costs retirees can expect to pay should they decide to make the move.
To determine which locales were easy to move to, International Living considered how far a city was from the United States, how easy it was to get many of the same goods and services retirees are used to, and whether it already had an established expat community.
The following slides show seven cheap and easy places for retirees to move to, either full- or part-time, with some sample expenses provided by International Living. Expanded sample budgets are available here.
7) Granada, Nicaragua
Monthly Total: $2,385
Housing in Granada, the country's top tourist destination according to International Living, runs between $300 and $500 or a room for suite with a kitchenette. Furthermore, the magazine notes that while the national currency is the cordoba, U.S. dollars are accepted in most places.
Additionally, it's not hard in Granada to find a doctor who speaks English, and medical care is cheap.
Some sample costs:
- Renting a luxury two-bedroom apartment): $700
- Entertainment (dining out eight times a month plus other activities): $275
- Health care (four $30 visits to a doctor per year for two people): $20
6) Roatan, Honduras
Monthly Total: $2,260
Roatan has over 5,000 foreign residents who spend at least part of the year in Honduras, International Living writes, and the past decade has been one of great growth for the country.
"Honduras has all the makings of an attractive retirement haven—lush countryside with beaches and mountains, a tropical climate, a developing economy, a stable government, international airports, safe cities, friendly people, and, most important of all, a very low cost of living," according to the magazine.
Some sample costs:
- Rent on a two-bedroom, 1,076-square-foot house: $1,200
- Utilities (Electricity with air conditioner, gas and water): $300
- Health insurance for a couple age 55: $250
5) Lake Chapala, Mexico
Monthly Total: $2,164
International Living argues that Lake Chapala may be "the easiest place in the world to adjust to life as an expat." It is less than an hour away from Guadalajara, the country's second-largest city, and only half an hour from Guadalajara's international airport. As a result, about 15,000 foreign residents from the United States and Canada live there at least part of the year.
There's a large rental market, so retirees who aren't ready to buy a home outside the United States will have plenty of options. There are several health clinics that can cater to day-to-day health needs, but for major treatments, retirees would have to travel to Guadalajara.
Some sample costs:
- Rent on a two-bedroom home: $800
- Utilities (Electricity, gas, water, phone, cable TV, Internet): $200
- Health care (Two people on IMSS insurance, plus $70 per month for incidentals): $112
4) Panama City, Panama
Monthly Total (based on more expensive housing option): $2,100
Foreigners in Panama can qualify for the country's Pensionado program, which entitles retirees to discounts on just about everything, according to International Living. They can also get half off closing costs for home loans and are exempted from paying duties on importing or purchasing a car every two years.
With First World "infrastructure, diversity and sophistication," the move is an easy one to make.
Some sample costs:
- Rent on a two-bedroom apartment in Panama City: $1,100
- Utilities (Electricity, gas, water, phone, Internet, cable TV): $350
- Entertainment for two (Movies twice a month and dinner four times a month): $150
3) Cotacachi, Ecuador
Monthly Total: $1,017
Like Roatan, this small highland town in Ecuador has attracted an influx of foreign residents, not all of whom are retirees; International Living writes that families with young children and new residents in their 30s and 40s have also made their way to Cotacachi.
High-speed Internet, cable and satellite television is "everywhere," according to the magazine and Ecuador uses the U.S. dollar. A survey by International Living of expats living in Ecuador found that it costs about 50% to 70% less to live in Ecuador when compared to a similar standard of living in North America.
Some sample costs:
- Rent for a three-bedroom apartment in town, or a three-bedroom country home: $300
- Health care (based on four $30 visits to a doctor per year for two people): $20
- Water rights (can vary by neighborhood): $2
2) Placencia, Belize
Monthly Total: $1,415 to $1,765
Everyone speaks English and retirees won't need a power adaptor for their iPods. Those are just some of the benefits to living in Belize. The U.S. dollar is accepted in many places: prices are in Belize dollars, but the exchange rate is easy–BZ$2 are equal to US$1.
Not only that, but getting there is easy. A two-hour flight from Houston will take travelers to Belize City where they can catch a 20-minute flight into Placencia.
Some sample costs:
- Rent on an unfurnished house: $400
- Electricity (without air conditioning): $80
- Internet with landline ($500 deposit plus installation): $80
1) Escazú, Costa Rica
Monthly Total: $1,079
Escazu is just a few miles from the capital, San Jose, and is the "poshest and most popular" destination in the Central Valley, International Living writes. Housing can be expensive – the magazine calls it the home of "some of the highest-priced real estate in the valley,"
"Hands down, Costa Rica's universal health care system is one of the best in the world," International Living writes, and once retirees establish legal residency they can participate in the system.
Some sample expenses:
- Rent on a two-bedroom apartment: $500
- Property taxes: $8
- Doctor's visit: $25-$35


text: STILLWATER -- A Stillwater Foundation funded by GlobalFoundries distributed $242,000 Tuesday to 27 very different community organizations. GlobalFoundries spokesman Travis Bullard says investing time, money, technology and volunteer expertise into local organizations is part of the company's role in bettering the quality of life in the community. "GlobalFoundries was founded in 2009 with a belief that the success of our company is related to the health of the communities we call home," Bullard said. Two foundations were set up to orchestrate the community benefit agreement between GlobalFoundries and its two host communities, Malta and Stillwater. The company has contributed a total of $5 million to the towns through several installments, starting in 2009. Of the $5 million, $1 million went toward constructing a new sports field complex in the Luther Forest Technology Campus and improving the Round Lake baseball fields. The remaining $4 million went to the town's foundations. The GlobalFoundries Malta Foundation has already distributed nearly $100,000 to 40 local organizations, and new funding grants will be awarded each year. The largest beneficiary Tuesday was the Stillwater Central School District. Here is a summary of the activities and organizations that received money Tuesday: o 13th Regiment of Albany Militia Historical Society: $1,000 for equipment and supplies to improve historical displays and education programs. o Alvin Hart Fire Company: $10,000 to help fund the purchase of a new lifesaving water rescue propeller boat. o Boy Scout Troop 4035: $3,000 for equipment and supplies to support youth programs. o Earl J. Manning American Legion Post 490: $35,000 to support building repairs, upgrades and maintenance of community facility. o Floydwarriors: $7,500 to help fund programs and services supporting families dealing with cancer. o Friends of the Battlefield: $800 to support summer children's educational program. o Henry Lefko American Legion Post 1644: $16,400 to support building repairs, upgrades and maintenance for community facility. o Ladies Auxiliary American Legion Post 1644: $15,000 to help fund equipment and supplies for community facility. o McVille Area Community Center: $4,000 to support domestic violence programs in the community. o McVille-Stillwater Breast Cancer Walk: $500 for the purchase of equipment to support community event. o Mechanicville-Stillwater United Soccer Club: $1,000 for equipment and scholarships supporting youth activity, health and fitness program. o Rotary Club of Mechanicville: $375 in scholarship money supporting leadership program. o Stillwater Central School District: $41,619 to support five different programs: "Back Pack Program," providing free food over the weekend for students at risk; LEGO Club, to promote STEM education; supplies and equipment for health program; two rock climbing walls for youth health and fitness programs; and development of a nature trail connecting the school to the Hudson River. o Stillwater Area Community Center: $32,000 to support three programs, including equipment and supplies supporting the community theater programs, development of a community garden and funding for repairs and upgrades for the kitchen. o Stillwater Blockhouse Committee: $24,000 to fund repairs, upgrades and improvements to the museum and park. o Stillwater Education Foundation: $30,000 to fund a wide variety of education programs in Stillwater. o Stillwater Free Library: $1,000 for supplies to benefit the annual Autumn Fun Day event. o Stillwater Rebels Basketball Program: $1,000 for scholarship program to promote youth fitness and activity program. o Stillwater Rowing Club: $5,460 for the purchase of the team's first rowing boat to support youth fitness and activity program. o Stillwater Track & Field Booster Club: $2,828 to help fund equipment and supplies to support additional fundraising benefiting youth fitness and athletic program. o The Friends of Stillwater Glen Hollow Park: $10,000 toward park maintenance and new restroom and concession facilities supporting park operations. Both the GlobalFoundries Malta and Stillwater foundations are managed by an independent board of directors that includes company representatives. For more information, go towww.globalfoundries.com


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There are a lot of books popping up for this 100th Tour de France. Mapping le Tour by Ellis Bacon is a Tour de France history that's worth buying.
The accompanying press sheet for Mapping Le Tour by Ellis Bacon says: 'This is the first time a publication has shown the route for every edition of the race.' I'm not surprised as it's a major logistical undertaking.
In his introduction Mark Cavendish mentions the bible handed out to each rider, the log book of each stage with the route, climbs, sprint points and hazards marked out. It even shows difficult corners on the run-ins on flatter stages. As Cavendish remarks it's essential reading for him to know when to pick his battles and when he's going to be chased by the broom wagon.
Mapping Le Tour summarises each Tour de france in one double-page spread, around a map of that year's route. Ellis Bacon manages to encapsulate each tour into six or seven paragraphs, with the the main protagonists, stage and key moments intact and also to retain space for a little dry wit.
It's not an easy task to concentrate three weeks down to a single page but Bacon crystallises the facts and spirit of each year pretty well. If you're left wanting more details on certain Tours there are no shortage of books out there to satisfy your cravings.
Initially the route maps themselves are a bit like looking at a road map book with a bad case of deja vu. It's not just the same map on every early page, if you thumb it like a flick book most of the 1920's and 1930's seem to use virtually the same route the Alps. To be fair, back in those times, this was probably the only route through the Alps.
Here Be Monsters
The maps of France sharpen as the book progresses. You run from almost medieval, black-and-white, 'Here Be Monsters' cartography through curiously over-dense spy maps of the 1940s, where the cartographers have tried to cram in as many place names as the ink will allow, to the prosaic stripped-back terrain and major city maps we know today.
The photographs have been given equally careful consideration. 1966 and 1967 are split by a incongruous double-page close-up shot of a helicopter on white scree. But your eyes are drawn to the man on the stretcher already loaded into the cockpit, being given mouth-to-mouth, his pristine white-gloved hands curled as if at rest.
A little more than 100 pages later there's a wonderful side shot of just two riders: Wiggins leading out Cavendish on the Champs Elysee with the barriers and crowd behind, and one Brit, clutching the edge of his union jack as if he can't quite believe how far British cycling has come in just five years let alone 46.
Most sporting events when viewed as a block can seem a bit samey but for all the repetitiveness of the layout and the subject under discussion Mapping Le Tour does grab your attention all the way through.
Well, apart from the Indurain years. I still find it uncomfortable to hear Wiggins and Evans waxing lyrical about Indurain as the five tours Big Mig won must count amongst the most dreary. Wiggins' praising the great gloof is a little like someone too young to remember the grace of McEnroe banging on about what an inspiration Peter Sampras was.
Mapping Le Tour isn't just a romp through past history; it's slap bang up to date for the 100th edition with a page and map per stage for the 2013 race that reference past tour stages in the same areas.
In addition there's a set of many of the usual mountains covered for 'The Tour's most memorable places' and a few more personal location choices for Bacon. Although it's good to see The Vosges and Normandy getting the nod I doubt many fans would consider the Dublin depart in 1998 as worthy for inclusion alongside the London Depart in 2007 and although Bacon gets all misty eyed about Indurain (ITMA) time trialling around the Lac de Vassiviere it couldn't have been that exciting as the Tour hasn't been back in 18 years.
Still, it's the quality of thought gone into the layout, and such personal idiosyncrasies that lift Mapping Le Tour above a perfunctory cash in. Mapping Le Tour is a worthy celebration of the Tour's 100 races for knowledgeable fans and a great introduction to those new to the tour.
It's a rich and very readable guide to every Tour since the Tour began.
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Make and model: Mapping Le Tour by Ellis Bacon
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It's just an appetizer for those sad souls who leap onto Twitter to correct Phil Liggert over 'the last time Charlemagne was in Limoges...' but there's enough stats here to please any pub quizzer or new fan wanting to play 100 year catch up.
At £25 it's well made with nice touches such as the binder cloth being in yellow.
About the tester
Age: 47 Height: Weight:
I usually ride: A 20 year old Condor Italia on the school run. My best bike is: Condor Moda Ti - summer bike
I've been riding for: Over 20 years I ride: Every week I would class myself as: Experienced
I regularly do the following types of riding: road racing, club rides, sportives, general fitness riding,


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Bamboo Couture
Really? A bamboo dress? Bamboo is for Tiki bars, floors and an occasional salad bowl. But what do I know. I had to go check this out for myself. Rather than the stiff, scratchy burlapy fabric I expected, the jersey was soft and stretchy. I found this out on my excursion to a local designer dress shop. I also found out that since bamboo is a natural product it naturally works with your body temperature and wicks away moisture and acts as a natural deodorant. I'm not sure if I'll give up my bath and beauty products just yet, but I'm willing to give bamboo clothing a try.
Bamboo isn't just for Tiki huts anymore.
Come to think of it, I recently saw a program on bamboo and as it turns out, has a lot of environmental benefits. It releases 35% more air for us to breathe than trees, it's a sustainable product that grows fast without fertilizer and is easily transported. And there are tons of products made from bamboo. Bamboo mats. Bamboo floors. Bamboo houses. Bamboo fences. Bamboo counter-tops. Bamboo curtains. You get the idea. The rainforests should consider the lucky bamboo their friend. We should too.


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"This lake has been drained and they are building multi-family housing and a large shopping center here...." Hickman Lake
"Fish a swimming jig or flip a jig in the eddies where the bass are gathered. Also try deep running crankbaits on drop-offs...." Logan Martin Lake
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Whose ball is that anyway?
PINEHURST, N.C. (AP) — Whose ball is that anyway?
Playing partners Hunter Mahan and Jamie Donaldson finally came up with the right answer Friday — too late to do either much good.
Caught up in one of those mistakes you're more likely to see at a junior tournament than the U.S. Open, each played the other's ball after teeing off on No. 18 — though they were playing their ninth hole of the day. Neither realized the mistake until they arrived at the green. Both got slapped with a two-shot penalty and missed the cut.
"It was 100 percent on me. I was the first one to the ball," said John Wood, Mahan's caddie.
He went on to explain that both players use "kind of an interesting slash across the number, which is not very common" to mark their balls.
"The only thing I can think of is I saw a slash and assumed it was Hunter's. That's all I can think of," Wood added. "But still, it's hard to believe. I don't believe I did something that epically dumb, but I did."
Mahan shouldered plenty of responsibility as well.
"I mean, I don't know, it was one of those things I couldn't explain to you," he said. "Off the tee, it looked like that's where my ball should have been, and I couldn't explain to you how it ended up where it did."
After sorting out the confusion on the green, both players walked back up the fairway and re-played the shot from the correct spot. Each wound up making a 6. Had they teed off on the next hole without doing so, both would have been disqualified under Rule 15.3.
Mahan, who was 2 under going into the hole, composed himself enough to birdie the next one. But he wound up shooting 37 on his back nine for a 72, and won't be around for the weekend after finishing at 6 over for two rounds.
Donaldson, who left the course before talking to reporters, wouldn't have made the cut in any case. He shot 43 on the front, 38 on the back, 81 for the round and 11 over for his two days.
The debacle was televised on ESPN as commentators and former players Paul Azinger and Curtis Strange, a two-time U.S. Open champion, commiserated throughout.
"They're gonna kick themselves the rest of the day for that," Azinger said.
"Everybody should do it once," Strange concurred, "because you will never do it again."
Oddly enough, Mahan acknowledged afterward that he had — "maybe one time before. It's a fluke thing."
Wood has been caddying for 17 years and called this mix-up his first.
"You can't imagine yourself doing something colossally as stupid as that," he said, "but I did it. I won't forgive myself very soon after this."


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MONTREAL - A powerful winter storm left thousands without electricity in Ontario and Quebec on the last weekend before Christmas.
Hydro-Quebec said it was gradually restoring power on Saturday after more than 120,000 clients were put in the dark when heavy snow slammed parts of the province on Friday.
The Laurentians and the Lanaudiere region north of Montreal were particularly hard hit. Some residents haven't had electricity since Friday afternoon.
Montreal was spared the worst, though some flights at Trudeau International Airport were delayed.
About 79,000 homes were still without power on Saturday afternoon after more snow and strong winds overnight.
"Wind, trees and branches and the snow that was very heavy on the power lines are all causing problems," said Danielle Chabot, a spokeswoman for Hydro-Quebec.
"It's all sorts of conditions that made things more complicated."
The public utility issued a statement asking residents to be patient with repair crews given the poor conditions.
The storm hasn't caused headaches for everyone.
Ski lovers had something to look forward to after steady snow over the past few days. Le Massif, a popular ski hill north of Quebec City, reported getting 63 cm of snow in 24 hours.
Thousands in Ontario have also been affected by the snow.
Poor driving conditions were blamed for a fatal crash near Bowmanville east of Toronto. Another man was rushed to hospital with non-life threatening injuries after he was hit by a snow plow in Newmarket.
Hydro One customers in the eastern part of the province who lost power were gradually getting it back on Saturday.


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A hearty and satisfying winter meal, Beef, Barley and Wild Mushroom Soup is a perfect dish for the coldest of days. I love making this recipe when I have leftover Roast Prime Rib of Beef or Braised Oxtail, so I can make excellent use of the flavourful bones and tender morsels of beef. Browning the bones adds a delicious complexity to the stock, and simmered together with the leftover beef, sautéed leeks, fresh shiitake mushrooms, pearl barley, fresh herbs and a lashing of Port, it evolves into a richly aromatic and soul satisfying winter soup.
Beef, Barley & Wild Mushroom Soup with Port
Serves 6-8
2 tbsp canola oil
3/4 lb leftover roast beef, cut into soup size pieces, plus the rib bones
2 leeks, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
1/3 pound shiitake mushrooms, thinly sliced
1 cup port or red wine
8 cups beef broth
1 cup pearl barley
3 bay leaves
6 sprigs thyme
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
In a large pot, brown the beef bones in 2 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat, until they're roasted on all sides. Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, sauté the leeks and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the celery and carrot and sauté for another 5 minutes. Add the garlic and tomato paste and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the wine or port and simmer for a minute or so, scraping up the brown bits from the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon.
Add the beef bones and leftover meat to the pot, then add the broth, barley, mushrooms, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for an hour, until the beef and barley are both tender.
Remove from the heat, discard the bay leaves and thyme sprigs, and skim off any fat from the surface of the soup. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle into warmed bowls, garnish with a sprig of thyme and serve immediately with some hot crusty bread.