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"Little Fugitive," a shoestring film production, which opened at the Normandie yesterday under the auspices of Joseph Burstyn, dealer in cinema gems, might best be described as a candid study of a 7-year-old Brooklyn kid, done with a motion' picture camera in Coney Island and points adjacent thereto. As such, it gives a wondrous illustration of the eccentricities of a small boy, adrift on his own resources in a tiny and tawdry mob playground. And its subject—a tad named Richie Andrusco—is so abounding in little-boy charm that his random adventures in the picture suggest more substance than is actually there.For the simple fact is that this small item, which was put together by a group of young folks whose previous experience had been as still photographers and free-lance journalists, is essentially a documentation of juvenile fancy and caprice hung upon a mere situation, with slight dramatic conflict and form. And what there is of the latter is so unskillfully performed that it does not bear criticism as a finished professional job.The heart and the body of the picture are the views of this little boy as he rambles around Coney Island, cut loose from his family and quite alone. His older brother and the latter's playmates have pulled a mean trick on him; they have made him think he has murdered his brother, and in terror he has fled.Indulges in WhimsBut his terror is not long-lasting. Once at large on "the island's" teeming range, he abandons himself to the luxury of indulging his boyish whims. He stuffs himself with hot dogs, rides on the merry-go-round (because of his passion for cowboys) and tries various throwing and batting games. Then he discovers the big thrill—the two-for-a-quarter pony ride. Only now he has run out of money and has to collect pop-bottle "empties" to pay his way.All of this is observed in charming detail through the clever and watchful cameras of Morris Engel, Ray Ashley and Ruth Orkin, who wrote, produced, directed and sold the thing. The alertness and style of their photography are clearly reflective of the demands of the picture-magazine layout. And that is what they've mobilized in this film.We are not criticizing that, mind you. A day at Coney Island with a small boy, torn between curiosity and survival, can be—and is—a lot of fun. And the small boy in this instance is so expressive and unconcerned, thanks to the obvious toil of his photographers, that it is a treat to be with him. Thanks, also, to a musical sound track, which Lester Troob has conceived and supervised with a harmonica as the sole instrument, the frolic has a light, informal mood.But the limits must be perceived and mentioned—there is little conception of drama in this trick, and the mere repetition of adventures tends eventually to grow dull. The little boy, while natural and instinctive, portrays no problem of youth. If anything, he is a blissfully commonplace little animal. And his brother, played by Rickie Brewster, is an equally common-place kid. The issue is purely fortuitous. Their anxieties are as mild as the summer rain, which pelts the beach and the boardwalk for a climactic moment in the film.All hail to '"Little Fugitive" and to those who made it. But count it a photographer's triumph with a limited theme.
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The world-wide Camphill Movement, begun in 1939 by the Austrian physician Dr.Karl König (1902 – 1966) in Aberdeen, Scotland. Today there are approximately 100 Camphill centres in more than twenty countries around the world, all dedicated to forming healing social communities together with children, youngsters (trainees), adults, and/or old people.
The Camphill Movement strives to create communities in which people with special needs can live, learn and work together with others in healthy social relationships. Camphill draws its inspiration and deepest content from the antroposophical insigths of the Austrian philosopher/educator Rudolf Steiner Ph.D. (1861 – 1925), and is based on the acceptance of the spiritual uniqueness of each human being, regardless of disability, religious, national or racial background. It is the right and responsibility of each individual to pursue a personal education so that he or she may contribute to the spiritual progress of the world.
The application of Camphill's philosophy is to seek goodness and wholeness in each other, to develop as daily practice the art of human respect and interest, to cultivate social processes that generate warmth and energy as an antidote to loneliness and isolation, and to work mindfully and creatively with conflicts and differences. In the communities' spaces and buildings, the philosophy brings awareness to detail, to beauty, to color, to the way objects and spaces enhance social capacities. In work, the philosophy is intended to create conditions that draw out the potential capacities of each person and ways to nurture and develop them. In the environment, the philosophy teaches that caring for the earth and the natural surroundings requires a healing way, without using harmful chemicals.
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In an effort to avoid paying overtime wages and to save money, some employers misclassify their employees as subcontractors. Because the federal government does not mandate a minimum hourly rate for contracted workers, these same employers may also compensate workers on a piece-rate (or flat rate) basis for assigned projects, regardless of the amount of time the worker has spent completing each task. Combined, these violations save companies a substantial amount of money. As a result, many American workers are denied the hard-earned wages and overtime compensation they deserve.
Cable Technicians Speak Up
In 2011, a group of technicians at Integral Development Solutions, LLC contacted Kennedy Hodges requesting legal counsel. With our assistance, the group filed a collective-action lawsuit against Integral Development Solutions, LLC alleging unpaid overtime and minimum wages. Integral Development Solutions, LLC manages the installation of cable networks, telephone outlets, and home telephone services on behalf of Time Warner Cable in the Plano, Texas area. Employees of the company who were assigned to tasks on behalf of Time Warner Cable were required to wear Time Warner Cable uniforms and branded badges while performing their work. Because these individuals were dispatched directly by Time Warner Cable and were required to wear Time Warner Cable uniforms, they should have been classified as employees rather than subcontractors.
Fair Labor Standards Act and Employee Misclassification
Under the United State Department of Labor's Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), non-exempt employees must be paid no less than the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour, in addition to time plus one-half the regular rate of pay for hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week. While working for Time Warner Cable, these technicians were often not compensated in accordance with this FLSA-required overtime rate. In addition, hours spent on each project (for which workers were paid a flat rate) often averaged an hourly rate below the federal minimum wage rate. The cable provider also failed to adequately track and record the number of hours worked by its employees each work week, hindering the company's ability to compensate them accordingly.
Following an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division, which found that a number of employees were misclassified and had been compensated at rates that violated FLSA, Integral Solutions, LLC agreed to pay more than $270,000 in back wages and attorney fees. It was decided that 114 cable installers were entitled to compensation as a result of this misclassification and pay violation.
Defending America's Workforce
The misclassification of workers not only prevents hard-working individuals from receiving the compensation they are entitled to, it also places employers who correctly classify their employees at a competitive disadvantage, costing them customers and revenue. In some cases, employees who suspect or acknowledge that they have not received their full wages are afraid to speak up out of fear of being fired. Fortunately, there are legal protections in place that subject companies to criminal and civil penalties for taking action against an individual in a fair wage dispute.
In an effort to ensure that the federal standards for employee compensation are met, employees who have been denied wages must speak up to hold companies accountable. When the threat of retaliation is likely, employers are more inclined to abide by these federal regulations that have been put in place to protect everyday workers.
If you believe that you may have been unfairly denied wages or overtime pay from an employer, our experienced legal counsel can help. For more information about your employer's compensation obligations, visit our frequently asked questions page, or read our blog to learn more about the legal process behind these disputes. Contact us for a free, confidential consultation to learn more about your rights, our services, and legal next steps.
The misclassification of employees is a serious matter that should never be taken lightly. To stop unpaid overtime and wage instances from occurring, take action today.


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Council prepares and publishes our Annual Report by the end of each calendar year. The report connects our achievements with each of the four pillars of our Strategic Plan, while also reporting on matters in accordance with Schedule 4 of the Local Government Act 1999
Please note you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer to download a report.
If you would like to view any Annual Reports as a hard copy, you can do so in person at the Principal Office, please phone the Customer Services Team on (08) 8269 5355 to arrange a time.
City of Prospect's Strategic Plan is an opportunity for Council, with feedback from our community, to shape the direction we need to take over the next three years, and on into the future.
Council's Strategic Plan to 2020 is a shared document between the Council body and our community, that acts as a guiding framework for all activities undertaken, and seeks to address challenges facing the city both present and future. Specifically, the Strategic Plan:
Details core activities which are undertaken by Council at an operational level consistent from year-to-year.
The plan is based around for areas of focus:
People - know, empower, celebrate, educate, and activate our community
Place – loved heritage, leafy streets, fabulous places
Prosperity – more jobs, more investment, more activity,more vibrancy, and
services – leaders of the sector providing efficient, responsive , accessible services.
View the strategic plan here: Strategic Plan to 2020 or http://www.prospectstrategicplan.com.au/
Message from the Mayor
City of Prospect has a proud history of community; however, our association with the South Australian landscape is a mere dot on our continent's history. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have been the custodians of this land for more than 60,000 years, making them the oldest Indigenous culture in the world. It is with this knowledge that we recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the first Australians with a unique place in our cultural history.
I see reconciliation as vital for all Australians in our search for identity and, on behalf of City of Prospect; I am genuinely committed to driving positive change. It is in the spirit of mutual respect, equality, and building genuine, positive relationships with lasting impact, that I present our 2018- 2020 Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan to you.
This plan embeds reconciliation across all City of Prospect business practices, and focuses on Kaurna people's connection to the local area, strengthening our relationships, supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses, demonstrating respect, providing opportunities for cultural learning and career development and celebrating our shared successes.
We look forward to the time when the goals of our first Australians are shared goals. Ultimately, we look forward to deep and lasting reconciliation between Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islanders peoples and the broader community that leads to recognition of a shared history and a common future, intrinsically bound as one people, with one history - a remarkable story about a journey that has come so far and yet is always at the beginning.
I am confident that working together with respect, we will achieve this.
Mayor David O'Loughlin
Reconciliation Action Plan July 2018 - June 2020
Council's Open Space Strategy was endorsed in May 2018. It outlines our direction for determining the planning, level of future expenditure, maintenance expectations, upgrades and implementation. The Strategy will improve our Parks/Reserves, implementing innovative techniques including sustainable practices to create and deliver broadened opportunities for open space. These opportunities will align with local demographics and cater for the needs of the community and for generations to come.
Park/Reserve and Playspace Upgrades
The Open Space Strategy categorises each of our Parks/Reserves as Short-Term (1-5 years), Medium-Term (6-10 years) and Long-Term (11-20 years) for a focus on major design work and upgrades.
We are in the process of auditing and establishing a timeline for our parks that are listed in the Short-Term (1-5 years) category in the Open Space Strategy. The timeline will determine the level of works for each of the nominated parks over the next 5 years.
We will seek the community's feedback as the first step to any design work and upgrades.
Community consultation will be the first step as part of the planning and design stage, and in conjunction with other local data such as demographic information, each park/reserve will be upgraded accordingly.
Replacements of Open Space Assets
Minor upgrades and replacement of park assets will occur each year on an as-needs basis. We are developing our Asset Management Plan which will assist in a proactive approach to replacement of our Open Space assets.
Better Living Better Health is the inaugural Public Health and Wellbeing Plan for the Eastern Health Authority Constituent Councils – the Cities of Burnside, Campbelltown, Norwood Payneham & St Peters, Prospect and the Town of Walkerville.
Better Living Better Health is about addressing the many social, economic and environmental factors which influence how happy and healthy we are as individuals and as a community.
The strategies identified in the Plan build on the extensive work already being done by the constituent Councils which help to improve health and wellbeing, as well as building on the strong working relationships which exist between stakeholders across different sectors.
It is fitting that Local Government leads this process as so many of its functions affect liveability and state of health.
For more information, contact Council's Manager Community Development on 8269 5355 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
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Busy Summer!
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I can't believe it's been three months since my last update! I've been slacking, I know.
The summer has been chock-full of events, memories, and tons of pictures. Here are two from a family trip to Chincoteague, VA.
I promise to have a real post soon!


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My Power of Language post last week, Precision Tools, referred to the recent James MacTaggart Lecture given in Edinburgh by Eric Schmidt, executive chairman of Google. The lecture is, I understand, a keynote of the television industry's year and Schmidt is the first non-TV professional to deliver it. His most uncomfortable message, though, came not from Schmidt the outsider to TV, but from Schmidt the foreigner to the UK.
"Over the past century," he said, "the UK has stopped nurturing its polymaths."
First a definition or two. The OED defines polymath as "A person of great or varied learning; a person acquainted with many fields of study; an accomplished scholar" and polymathy as "Great or varied learning; acquaintance with many branches of knowledge".
Next a word of explanation. I'm writing this post to contribute to an online discussion amongst RSA Fellows, in response to the question "What can the RSA do about it?"; but I'm interested in any and all answers to the wider question, "What can we do about it?".
Schmidt's first concern is over the polarity and mutual exclusion of arts and science. He says: "First you need to bring art and science back together. Think back to the glory days of the Victorian era. It was a time when the same people wrote poetry and built bridges."
"Second," he says, "you need to get better at growing big companies. …If you don't address this, then the UK will continue to be where inventions are born – but not bred for long-term success."
Most of his lecture is specific to the media industry, though he does make some useful points about innovation and copyright law which have a wider relevance. More on that later. For now I want to focus on his comment about polymaths and what is says about UK society – and most importantly, what we can do about it.
It seems to me that we need to consider three aspects – education; public policy; and the media themselves. I'd like to offer some initial thoughts about all three, and ask for comments from those who are more closely involved in each field than I.
Looking closely at what Schmidt says, his point is not actually that we produce too few polymaths, but that we produce too few scientists and engineers. His concern is that IT teaching in schools is about "user" skills, not computer programming or coding skills. (I touched on this point in Precision Tools, and on the effect it has had on the way society works.) Niall Ferguson has said that the most widespread language in the world is not English but mathematics – and our schoolchildren lag far behind those of the Far East in their mathematical skills.
I know far less than I would like to about the RSA Academy, but there would seem to be an opportunity here for any school that chose to take it up.
I don't know whether Schmidt checked the OED before giving his speech, but there is also a question inherent in the definition of polymath: the question of 'great or varied learning'. Is innovation better served by breadth or depth in education? I remember the transition to sixth form as a fantastic moment, as the point at which I started to learn how to think and work and research in depth–all the skills I needed at university and subsequently. I don't believe we would be well served by increasing the number of subjects people study at A-level. But should our schools be encouraging A-level students to mix arts, humanities and sciences more freely? What effect would this have on the calibre of science applicants to university? And what effect would it have on the non-scientist's appreciation of science in later life?
Schmidt does not mention the other trend in education in recent decades–the compulsion to help everyone to succeed. Universal success is an admirable goal, but it has an awkward side-effect: if everyone must succeed, the greatest achievements risk being devalued.
A question, therefore: how can we make sure we are placing a proper valuation on the very highest achievers? – whilst still celebrating the significant achievements of those who have perhaps overcome great obstacles in order to accomplish anything at all (which says as much about character as the other says about attainment)?
Public policy
For Schmidt this is about three things–promoting innovation and helping small businesses grow into big businesses; copyright law; and regulation. He also says, "You need to get smarter about how to bridge the divide between public and commercial sectors".
Several of his points strike a chord. When I started up LaMIS I was faced with any number of sources of advice, from banks to Business Link to a plethora of government schemes. Schmidt acknowledges that "the UK does a great job at backing small firms and cottage industries". But do we support the next stage of growth? Schmidt says not. He says we sell out to foreign owners.
Equally, LaMIS gave me experience of the divide between public and commercial sectors, and of issues around copyright law. There is certainly room for a much less hidebound, more innovative attitude in both these areas. Schmidt wants our government to "put innovation front and centre of their regulatory strategy" and he is quite right.
As for regulation, we need to think very carefully about our attitude to risk. As a society I submit that we are becoming more and more risk-averse, particularly in the public sector and our other large institutions such as banks. There is no question but that this stifles innovation.
We also seem to apply a blunt instrument to risk. We have developed a whole vast industry to manage the risks of everyday life–everything from crossing the road to building a skyscraper. Regulation is a major part of that industry. Risk management is all about doing the same things repeatedly, as safely as possible. It is about avoiding careless mistakes (crossing the road without looking; dropping a girder on your mate's head) and deliberate wrongdoing (skimping on the foundations; fraud).
Yet too often the same tool is applied to the risks of innovation–risks that are by definition about doing something new and untried; not the risk of careless mistakes or deliberate wrongdoing, but the risk that a good new idea, executed with competence, flair and vision, might fail. There is no real innovation without risk.
So how can we support and encourage the taking of intelligent, visionary risk? Is this an area where the Glory of Failure project could perhaps offer some insight?
The media
We cannot make much progress on this issue without asking some tough questions of the media–and of ourselves, about the influence and control we have chosen to give them over our society. There are those who say that the media are symptomatic of many of the problems of society, not causative: I beg to differ. At the very least, they magnify and exacerbate those problems.
In his speech, Schmidt congratulated the UK television industry on the calibre of its programming. But his view of the media is entirely market-driven, a matter of supply and demand: the industry will provide what its consumers want. This view is simplistic at best–and, frankly, irresponsible and destructive at worst.
Consider the example of reality TV. Big Brother is the case in point of this 'supply-and-demand' kind of programming, and has become popular out of all proportion to the quality or value of its content. Its influence and effect have spread from TV to the mainstream publishing industry, which focuses on celebrity content to the exclusion of higher-quality writing.
So what? people say. It's only entertainment.
Er, no, it isn't. It is contributing directly to the shallowing of thought and the lowering of aspiration. On Radio 4 last week Polly Toynbee said that, if you ask many working-class families about achieving their aspirations, the answer will often involve winning the lottery or appearing on a reality TV show–that education and hard work are not seen as a route to success.
(By Toynbee's own evidence, it is not that education doesn't provide that route to success; she cited the outstanding work of BSix 6th Form College in Hackney and Cockermouth School in Cumbria as examples. It is that education and hard work aren't seen by many as providing that route, nor valued accordingly. Gordon Ramsay once spent a weekend coaching and mentoring a young chef whose 'aspiration' was to have his own TV show–yet when he paid a surprise visit six weeks later, the young man had reverted to all his old, lazy habits.)
Or consider the question of literacy and articulacy which I discuss in Precision Tools. Social media have given many people a voice, but they have lowered the bar in respect of what many other people are saying, or are capable of saying, with that voice. I've written elsewhere about "the culture of soundbites and instant gratification"; it is sad to see the extent to which the media slope their collective shoulders and deny any "duty of linguistic care" (as Lindsay Johns puts it).
Consider, too, another unpleasant trend in some quarters of the media–the default description of anyone who does their utmost to support and encourage their children to aspire and achieve, who does whatever it takes to give their children opportunities and to ensure that they make the most of them, as "pushy middle-class parents". It's hardly a label that will reward the hard work and dedication of either the parents or the children.
Which brings us back to the question: What can we do to nurture our polymaths, and to allow them to achieve the great things that we require of them?
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How do you know it's fall? Pippa has new jeans! The younger Middleton sister is a Denim Debutante. Last fall, she paraded an array of blues, from Goldsign and J Brand, as well as colored denim—the hottest trend of the year—by brands like French Connection and SuperDry (that's the epic pink pair you see above!). And her bold bottoms are back this season, as she made her morning coffee run—is that a pumpkin spiced latte in your hands, Pips, because then it really is fall!—in London wearing sea green pants, shown far left, cinched with a navy belt and paired a navy tee and a two-tone sweater. (UPDATE: The jeans are MET's "JEL" jeans in forest green; shop at metonweb.com.) Thanks for ushering in the season, Pippa! Excuse us while we refer to InStyle's Ultimate Jeans Guide, because we need to go shopping.
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Trump protest poster: Beat Back the Swamp Thing
Download and print out this protest poster to an 11 x 17" format on any color copier or printer (copy stores work well), glue it to some cardboard, attach a stick, and you have a protest poster for the next 4 years - ugh. Feel free to remix the image and text for non commercial purposes.
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Preservation in Practice: London School of Economics
23rd Sep 2013 : 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
This webinar presents a case study of digital preservation and digital library development at the London School of Economics. It will cover the nature of digital library collections we are working with now and a bit about our experiments and future directions for other kinds of born-digital material; the high-level architecture and functional components we have in place, and a discussion about our general approach and what we feel we can avoid having an opinion about for now; discussion of our user experience design process and how we are integrating this way of thinking into other areas of the library like our main website; and a bit about how we made the case to fund digital preservation and the development of our core team and how we involve others within the library.
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A website by four Maine family members who love talking about the Red Sox in loud voices.
Saturday, May 25, 2013
2013 MLB Draft Primer Notes
And for we Red Sox fans this year's draft is the "reward" for the terrible finish to the 2012 season. The Red Sox will pick at #7, which is the first time they have picked this high in 20 years. At that time the Red Sox took high school outfielder Trot Nixon. Only one other time in the entire history of this draft, which dates back to the 1960's have the Sox drafted higher than 7, a #3 which was pitcher Mike Garman. And since the Red Sox front office and the fans hope to not draft this high again for a long, long time it behooves the Sox cash in on this year's #7. Later on we will discuss some of the names most associated with the Sox number 7 pick so far.
This is the order of the top ten picks in 2013:
1. Astros
2. Cubs
3. Rockies
4. Twins
5. Indians
6. Marlins
7. Red Sox
8. Royals
9. Pirates
10. Blue Jays
Based on the consensus of a number of different rankings and mock drafts, here is a list of the expected top baker's dozen players to be considered in the top ten picks. Not necessarily in order, but instead in three groupings of players:
" The Top Three"
1. Mark Appel RHP Stanford Univ.
2. Jonathan Gray RHP U of Oklahoma
3. Kris Bryant 3B U San Diego
Next Five College Players
1. Colin Moran 3B UNC
2. Sean Manaea* LHP Indiana State
3. Ryne Stanek RHP Arkansas
4. Braden Shipley RHP Nevada
5. DJ Peterson 3B/1B New Mexico
Top Five High School Players
1. Kohl Stewart RHP Houston, TX
2. Clint Frazier OF Loganville, GA
3. Austin Meadows OF Loganville, GA
4. Trey Ball LHP Indiana
5. Reese McGuire C Washington
There have been another name or three mentioned near the end of the top ten, but this is the consensus top dozen. The reason there are thirteen names in our top dozen is the same reason there is an asterisk by the name Sean Manaea. He is a hard throwing lefty who absolutely dazzled the Cape Cod League last summer. He left there in the running to be the overall top pick in this draft. But his junior season at Indiana State had not matched the Cape results, and then came whispers of hip soreness. Then as the scouts flocked to his start last week, he was scratched with "left shoulder soreness". At this point, unless he can pitch again before the draft he may plunge down the draft, maybe out of the first round.
As far as the top three, nearly everyone expects Appel and Gray (or Gray and Appel) to be the first two picks, with the Cubs gladly taking whoever Houston does not. Despite the long standing need for pitching in Colorado, Bryant is such an outstanding power hitter that the Rockies will take him. There is only one seemingly plausible scenario that could upset this apple cart. There are more and more rumors that Houston may try to cut a deal ( technically illegal, but still done) with someone other than the top 3 to save some slot money for later in the draft. UNC 3B Colin Moran is the most oft mentioned candidate.
But as we try to narrow down on the Red Sox options we will assume the top three are out of their reach. But rest assured if any of these three make it to #7 by some fluke, the Red Sox will say thank you very much and grab them. In addition to the Top 3, there are two other names on the list who generally are considered lower than #7 picks, unless a team looking to cut a below slot deal takes them earlier than expected. The two are Reese McGuire and DJ Peterson. The Sox are not expected to be the team to cut that type of deal with them. And assuming the Red Sox do not risk their high pick on the injured Manaea ( which is a low probability, but not entirely out of the question, I think), that leaves us with seven names for the Sox to consider.
Colin Moran
Ryne Stanek
Braden Shipley
Kohl Stewart
Clint Frazier
Austin Meadows
Trey Ball
There have been two schools of thought floated by the draft gurus about Boston. One is they want a college pitcher, almost no matter what, because high school picks are riskier and a college pitcher taken this high could be big league ready in two years or so. The other school of thought is this once in a generation ( hopefully) high pick must be cashed in on the highest ceiling prospect no matter of risk. Kind of an all in attitude. I personally subscribe to this approach.
Our list of seven includes only two college pitchers, and in his latest mock draft, Keith Law of ESPN has Boston taking Ryne Stanek. Without the injury, Stanek has followed a similar path to Manaea. He was considered in the top four picks, but a so-so junior season has raised some questions. The scouts say he has overpowering stuff, but has command issues and some mechanics that need some refinement as well. One report I read recently said he may have a bullpen future (although most say a #2 or #3 starter is his ceiling) and the scout compared him to Daniel Bard.
Braden Shipley is intriguing due to the "freshness" of his arm. He was a shortstop until last year when he began to pitch as a sophomore in college. He is described a extremely athletic and throws around 96.
As far as the high schoolers, Kohl Stewart is a Texas schoolboy pitcher/quarterback who has a full ride to Texas A&M as a QB. Most scouts feel despite the high regard for Appel and Gray, that Stewart is actually the best pitcher in the draft. Jim Callis of Baseball America, for one says Stewart is the guy most coveted by Boston. ( But he mock drafts them as taking Frazier- Stewart to the Twins)
The two high outfielders ( and yes there are both from the same town in Georgia, but different high schools) Frazier and Meadows have both been considered top 5 type prospects. Frazier in particular is considered to have off the chart bat speed. Meadows has stumbled a bit in his senior year, and at this point Frazier is considered the better of the two. Frazier is another name rumored to be on Houston's radar as a possible below slot signing at #1.
Trey Ball started his senior year with the scouts split 50/50 if he should be drafted as a power hitting outfielder or power pitcher. His fastball has risen to around 93 this season and almost all now see Ball as a pitcher. A Henry Owens who throws harder as one scout called him.
So if the top three go as expected, which other three will be off the board for Boston? Let's check some speculation.
4. Twins. Two rumored paths here most often. One is the Twins will cut a below slot deal with Reese McGuire. The other is the player the Twins really, really want here is Kohl Stewart. The McGuire deal would be a boon to Boston, as most people feel if Stewart does not go here he will make it to 7. I am not sure the Twins will want to overpay to get Stewart.
5. Indians- Two names also mentioned here Colin Moran and Braden Shipley. The fact that Manaea and Stanek have slipped hurts the Red Sox because those two could have been the 4/5 picks pushing the entire list of 7( except Stanek) names down to Boston's pick. I think Cleveland would be desperate for pitching, but Moran is the name heard most often.
6. Marlins. This could be a big break for Boston as almost all expect the Marlins to cut a deal with some one down the board, likely DJ Peterson, or even someone further down the board. Shipley is mentioned here some, but I bet the Marlins cheap it out here
So at this point 12 days before the draft, I think the Sox are leaning towards Clint Frazier and it looks like he could be available. If Kohl Stewart makes it to them, I think it would be a close, close decision between those two high schoolers. Worse case the Twins take Stewart, the Tribe plucks Moran, and Marlins man up and take Frazier, I think the Sox would lean to Braden Shipley.
This has gone on longer than the first round may take, but any other names or changes that bubble up between now and June 6 we will discuss it here.
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I for one am excited to see who they get at #7. Whoever it is will probably be under more scrutiny then any other first round pick since Nomar. The Red Sox have had good luck under the old system of picking up top ten talent that other teams couldn't sign. Let's see if they can pick the right player now that they are in the top 10 themselves (and let's also hope that they're not in the top 10 for another 20 years!).ReplyDelete
With one week to go now before the draft here is an updated view on much of chatter about the first seven picks. Much of the speculation has the first five picks ( maybe even the first six) being pretty settled. They are:ReplyDelete
1. Astros Jonathan Gray or Mark Appel ( likely Gray)
2. Cubs- Astros leftovers Appel or Gray
3. Rockies- Kris Bryant, almost no one else mentioned at all
4. Twins- Kohl Stewart, still some Reese McGuire talk, but Stewart here seems like the pick
5. Indians- Colin Moran, unless someone expected to go ahead of him falls he is the guy Cleveland wants
6. Marlins- Braden Shipley, there is less chatter about the Marlins picking someone down the board to save $$
About 80% of the recent mock drafts have the Red Sox taking Clint Frazier who would be available in the above scenario. With this front six it would seem the Sox choose between Frazier, Austin Meadows, Trey Ball, and Ryne Stanek. Today Keith Law of ESPN came out with his latest mock draft and he had the Red Sox taking Austin Meadows the "other" high school outfielder from Loganville, GA. According to Law, he had heard that the Sox had Meadows, Frazier, and others in for a recent workout and Meadows performed much better than Frazier. At this point in time I do believe the Sox may come down to Meadows/Frazier.
As mentioned in my original post, the only crack in the solid top three picks was the idea that Houston may take someone rated lower to save cash to spend in the next few rounds.( Because the draft has a set of amount of money for teams to spend depending on the picks they have). The whispers I referred to that it could be Colin Moran, UNC third baseman ( and also on his resume, he is the nephew of BJ Shuroff) have turned into shouts. Keith Law in his mock I mentioned above has Houston taking Moran first. He then has Appel, Bryant, Stewart. Gray, and Shipley going before Boston. BUT in a chat today Law opines that if Houston does not take Appel, the Cubs could very well take Gray instead and the Rockies would stick with Bryant. Law then suggests no one from 4 to 6 would want to deal with Scott Boras and Appel and he could fall to #7 and Boston. And Boston would definitely not let Appel fall any further.
This is not the likeliest outcome, but do not forget that everyone and his brother thought Mark Appel was a lock at number one last year, until the moment Houston went to the podium and selected shortstop Carlos Correia. Then Appel for a variety of reasons fell to number 8. In a recent article one NL cross checker said the only college pitcher that he had seen who was more polished than Appel was Steven Strasburg. Sox fans can only hope Appel falls again this year.
Law also mentions that Boston would pounce on either Bryant or Moran if they should fall. With a week to go I still think they go for Clint Frazier.
As we sit here on Draft Day Eve this is the most agreed upon expected order of the first six picks:ReplyDelete
1. Astros- Jonathan Gray
2. Cubs - Mark Appel
3. Rockies- Kris Bryant
4. Twins- Kohl Stewart
5. Indians- Colin Moran
6.Marlins- Braden Shipley
This would leave the Red Sox with a choice of four names from our original presumed names: high schoolers Clint Frazier, Austin Meadows, Trey Ball, and college pitcher Ryne Stanek.
Of course, since this is the expected outcome, it likely will not happen in just this order. The most likely candidates to blow up this top of the draft order are Houston, Minnesota, Miami, and to a lesser degree, Cleveland. Here's a look at where the top seven teams "may" stand.
1. Houston- A large majority still feel it is a toss up between Gray and Appel with Gray a whisker ahead. There is still a contingent ( led by Keith Law of ESPN) that feel the Astros will cut a below slot deal with UNC 3B Colin Moran, which would push down at least one of the big three to fourth.
2. Cubs- There is almost no way( maybe a less than 5% chance on Kris Bryant) the Cubbies do not take Gray/Appel
3. Rockies- They seem to be locked on Bryant- they might be tempted by Gray/Appel if one is there
4. Twins- It looks more and more like Kohl Stewart here unless they go for Reese McGuire in a below slot deal
5. Indians- Moran seems to be their man as the Indians usually lean to college picks in the first. Shipley might be Plan B. Frazier's name also gets mentioned which could directly affect Boston.
6. Miami- There has been much less talk about the Fish reaching down the board to go cheap--Shipley is the top target with Austin Meadows also mentioned often, which at least leads to outside possibility that Frazier and Meadows are both gone before #7.
7. Boston- Stewart, Frazier, and Meadows seem to be their big three, in that order I believe. If these three should go 4, 5, 6 after the presumed big three, the Sox could choose from Moran, Shipley, Stanek, and likely Trey Ball.
Two similar scenarios that allow Boston to draft Mark Appel:
Houston takes Moran, as oft rumored
Cubs stick with pitching and take Gray
Rockies locked in on Bryant
Twins stick with Stewart who they like better than Appel ( plus $$ considerations)
Indians losing out on Moran ( and Bryant) take their Plan B to Moran: Shipley ( $$ again, too)
Marlins wanting no part of Boras/Appel take Meadows
Leaving the Boston to take Mark Appel ( of course in this order, Frazier is also still available)
Another track is Houston grabs Clint Frazier ( this has been mentioned in some circles)
picks 2 thru 4 the same as above Gray, Bryant, Stewart
Indians grab Meadows with Frazier gone and the Marlins go for Shipley or down the board maybe DJ Peterson.
Again leaving Appel for Boston.
Improbable, yes but Appel expected to go at the top of last year's draft was picked eighth. The chance of a similar fall happening with Gray or Bryant is non existent in my opinion. Neither would get by Cleveland for example, and I do not think Bryant goes below the Rockies.
So if the top 8 are, in some order, Gray, Appel, Bryant, Stewart, Moran, Shipley, Frazier, and Meadows the Red Sox will have a choice of at least the bottom two on this list if not 3 or 4 of these names. We will find out tomorrow night.
With a hour or so to go, I am still going with Clint Frazier, if he is gone, and the Tribe may also be interested in him, the board is wide open including Dominic Smith a sweet hitting HS first sacker from California, or Colin Moran if he fallsReplyDelete
Twins take Kohl Stewart after the big three go off the board. The Sox will have a shot of at least one of Frazier, Meadows, Moran, ShipleyReplyDelete
Down goes Frazier....the Tribe take Clint Frazier at five, along with Kohl Stewart at 4 that removes the two top Boston targets. If the Marlins take Austin Meadows the Sox are looking at a mix of Shipley, Moran, or maybe Dominic Smith. If Meadows does not go to Miami I think the Sox grab him.ReplyDelete
After Miami takes Moran, the Red Sox select Trey Ball, one of the names on our list. But even though the Sox seem to like him I am surprised they passed on Austin Meadows, Braden Shipley, or even Ryne Stanek. Ball has been described as a Henry Owens type with a bigger fastball. We will seeReplyDelete
Austin Meadows was still available when they picked Ball. Ball is the most talented to way player in the draft as a LHP and as an OF. According to MLB network Ball is compared to Shawn Green as an OF, but probably going to be a pitcher. He's a 6'6" lefty who throws 93 with a good breaking ball.ReplyDelete


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Why I'm confident Macquarie will keep us ahead of the curve
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Finding the best of both worlds
It's a big change when you quit your job as a Vice President at Merrill Lynch, and become a Practice Manager at a small financial planning firm. For Julia Schortinghuis, the transition was hugely enjoyable.
"I used to present at industry conferences on portfolio construction. Suddenly, I was working directly with clients, helping them to achieve their financial goals."
The work was fresh and exciting, but Julia was very much aware that she could no longer draw on the expertise and powerful resources of a big financial institution.
She managed to find the best of both worlds when she started working in partnership with Macquarie in 2009.
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A full-service investment platform was a key part of Julia's growth strategy for the practice.
The big difference with Macquarie is that they are commercially minded. I have absolute faith in their ability to keep us ahead in the technology curve.
"Platforms enable us to implement Managed Discretionary Accounts, streamline the business and drive scale. When working with new clients who haven't experienced a platform solution, constant paperwork would hit their mail boxes with contract notes and various corporate actions and notifications. The platform changes all that because we are able to effect transactions online and at the end of year, tax reporting is consolidated for them. I knew it would be a step change in efficiency that was vital to scaling the business.
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"I'd looked at several other platforms that had obviously been built for a traditional managed fund model, with direct shares added on at a later stage. There was no comparison in terms of functionality. The platform gave us up-to-date, live information for ourselves and our clients – and full visibility and control. If we want to adjust a portfolio, we can run reports and in seconds the platform showed us all the clients that owned the asset. The platform is essential as the ongoing management becomes much easier and overheads are greatly reduced. The key benefit being that we can offer tailored client solutions in an affordable way."
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I have twelve nieces and nephews, so I really love designing rooms for kids of all ages. Below, a sampling of a few favorites: The bedrooms for two sisters and their brother both have desks built at the windows; a trundle bed for a Mets fan; desk space squeezed into niche next to a closet; and a gender-neutral bathroom that can grow up with the children simply by changing the accents.
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by Jared Abrams | 26th June 2010
I was in Chicago teaching the Canon EOS moving image workshop this last week and I thought I might as well stop by Zacuto and see what was going on over there. I was surprised to find that they also have a rental house in the basement along side the manufacturing they do there in house. I hit up Steve Weiss for some info on the accessory for the Z finder that has been talked about here on C5D. I also asked him the most obvious question of them all. Why so expensive? Steve was candid in his response, making stuff here in the states is not cheap and a lifetime warranty also comes with a price. I must admit they run a great shop and have some cool people putting the gear together. C5D cameraman Chris Collins hooked up this edit.
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While checking out the new Zacuto Cage at Cine Gear Expo 2010, Steve Weiss announced a new Z Finder that will be viewable from different angles. The Z Finder is one of the most popular accessories for and HDSLR shooter. An orientable view finder from Zacuto could be something really cool. No Mention of Price or availability yet.
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Sustainability intersects with efforts to create a strong local economy and a prosperous workforce. By investing in our workforce and supporting the local economy and businesses that promote sustainability, we help create a sustainable and thriving community.
We are proud to support our local organizations who have earned a green credential for their sustainability efforts. If you are a local business or organization that has a similar certification or credential, please the Sustainability Coordinator.
Residence Inn, located at 4012 Tampa Road, Oldsmar, FL 34677, is a Florida Green Lodge, certified as Palm Level 1, by the Florida Department of of Environmental Protection.
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NovaCharge, LLC was founded in 2008 to address the need for a next-generation electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. As a leading provider of EV networked and non-networked charging solutions, NovaCharge is dedicated to enabling a better environment for future generations by supporting a zero-emission transportation infrastructure, offering convenient, affordable, grid-friendly charging stations that enable access across both public and private locations. NovaCharge is also a Certified Minority/Woman owned business, in addition to being a Pinellas Extension Green Business Partner.


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John Renbourn, the mesmerizing guitarist for English folk legends Pentangle, is joined by long time collaborator and Pentangle member Jacqui McShee for a show at Eno River Unitarian Universalist church on Garrett Road in Durham on Sunday, May 16.
Renbourn, a finger picker who says he owes his style to blues legends like Big Bill Broonzy and former Durham resident Brownie McGhee, is adding this date to his U.S. tour before heading home. The show, sponsored by the Triangle Folk Music Society, starts at 8 p.m. and costs $18 in advance and for society members or $20 at the door. Call 403-2013 for information.


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Please accept apologies in advance, but this editorial is about Lindsay Lohan and Paris Hilton and Britney Spears and all the rest.
Please accept apologies in advance, but this editorial is about Lindsay Lohan and Paris Hilton and Britney Spears and all the rest.
Lohan, who really can act, as anybody who saw her in "The Parent Trap" or "A Prairie Home Companion" will verify, is back in the news because she cannot stop drinking and driving. Spears is back as well, trashing a photo shoot as only the truly trashy can.
We read about and watch news stories about these three, as we did about Anna Nicole and predecessors, not because they are real news but because they are entertaining in a sad yet engaging way. Those who despair that this is a modern phenomenon need to be reminded about Sarah Bernhardt sleeping in a coffin and Fatty Arbuckle going on trial for murder. As long as there have been celebrities, there have been flamboyant excesses.
What there haven't been, however, are battalions of handlers known as "the entourage." And if these people exist, as the celebrity news sources inform us they do, we have to wonder how they keep their jobs.
Can't somebody take away the keys, drive Lindsay home, give Britney a timeout? Each time the latest starlet runs into the latest scandal, somebody calls it a cry for help. Well, the cry is loud and repetitive and getting annoying. If those who are employed to do the job will not, we need a class action suit on behalf of the aggravated public to force these employees to listen to their employer's cry for help and our cry of "enough."


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Hump Day Randoms
I love Wednesdays. Well, Wednesday nights to be more exact as I drive home from work. I have one easy class on Thursdays, and even though I have to work part of the weekend, I don't mind because the worst of the week is over.
Last Sunday, I finally got to try one of the many recipes I've had bookmarked for a good while now and made some Rosemary Apricot Bars that I saw on Gastronomy's blog.
Here's a piece. Mine was nowhere as pretty as hers, but I was happy with the taste. The only thing I think I messed up on was the consistency of the topping. I didn't mix it well enough and I could have added a little more butter to avoid some parts that had a gritty feel from just being unmixed sugar. Still it was a lot of fun to make and even better to eat!
I also met up with some of my cousins last weekend, and one of them surprised me with a few beers he had picked up for me. So without further ado, the beers of the month:
I've only tried the Franziskaner before, so I look forward to drinking them all...in one sitting. Kidding!
Hope your week is going well, and huzzah huzzah, tomorrow is Thursday!


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Delaware Art Museum
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Holding a collection of more than 12,000 works, the Delaware Art Museum was founded in 1912 by the Wilmington Society of Fine Arts in honour of the artist Howard Pyle, whose painting 'Battle of Bunker Hill' was in the museum's possession until it went missing and was presumed stolen in 2001. Apart from the remaining works of the much-loved local artist Howard Pyle, and some of his American contemporaries, the museum is perhaps best known for its extensive collection of British Pre-Raphaelite art. The urban landscapes of John Sloan can also be viewed here. Temporary exhibitions are hosted regularly and public and group tours of the museum are available.
Website: www.delart.org


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Not only does Hanz Araki play Irish Flute, Japanese Bamboo flute, pennywhistles, and low-whistles; he also sings vocals. This well-rounded musician comes from six generations of Japanese flute players and was taught by his father to play the traditional Japanese Bamboo flute, the Shakuhachi. In addition, influences from his mother's Irish background and highland records led him to take up the Irish Flute.
First Broadcast: 2007
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It's Jennifer Lawrence vs Peter Dinklage in first clip from X-Men: Days of Future Past
Mystique infiltrates Bolivar Trask's anti-mutant briefing in the action-packed footage from the new film
We've had plenty of X-Men: Days of Future Past trailers but this is the first full clip of the next instalment from Bryan Singer's superhero franchise and it doesn't disappoint.
In the minute-long footage, military scientist Bolivar Trask, played by Game of Thrones star Peter Dinklage, is seen demonstrating his latest anti-mutant gadgetry which he promises won't activate – unless a mutant is present in the room…
Enter a heavily-disguised Mystique (played by Jennifer Lawrence) who proceeds to reveal her true colours and deliver a masterclass in kicking some serious butt.
X-Men: Days of Future Past is released in UK cinemas on 22 May and will feature two generations of mutants across two time periods.
Also reprising their roles are Michael Fassbender and Ian McKellen (as a young and old Magneto), James McAvoy and Patrick Stewart (as two versions of Professor Charles Xavier), Hugh Jackman as Wolverine, Halle Berry as Storm and Nicholas Hoult as Beast.


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This recipe goes a long way. It serves at least eight people, and is so versatile. It's great for lunch, dinner, or even as a low-cal snack. Savor its flavor again during the week. This is a simple way to cut down on meal prep time, save energy, and money to boot.
Smoky vegan split pea soup is an economical meatless meal that tempts your taste buds, as 1 pound of organic dried split peas cost approximately $2.99 a pound. Conventional dried peas are approximately $1.99 a pound. Use the seasonings and veggies you already have on hand, and you can whip up a meal you and your brood will love for pennies on the dollar.
Smoky vegan split pea soup is a nutrition star. It fulfills a big chunk of the daily requirement for protein, fiber, complex carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. This soup is a good source of fuel for your body without added fat. Leftovers freeze well, and eating it when its defrosted and heated prevents food waste too.
*50 percent of the RDA of Vitamin A to help support eye health
*39 percent of Manganese, a mineral that helps maintain strong teeth and bones
*23 percent of the RDA for B 5 (Pantothenic Acid), a b-complex vitamin that our bodies use to process carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids for healthy skin
*20 percent of the RDA for Potassium to help build muscle and process carbs for energy
*33 percent of the RDA of Protein at 7 grams per serving
*39 percent of the RDA of copper, a mineral that helps incorporate iron into red blood cells to prevent anemia, as well as plays a role to keep blood vessels, nerves, immune system and bones healthy
*Good Source of Soluble and Insoluble Fiber, at 8 grams per serving or 65 percent of the daily requirement. Fiber helps carry toxins out of the body, increases stool bulk, and prevents constipation and other digestive disorders
*A Complex Carbohydrate with approx. 40 carbs per cup.
* Its glycemic index number is low, but if you want to decrease the glycemic index number further, replace the russet potato in the recipe with parsnip.
Note: Check out this link and scroll down to the section for vegetables to find the "pea" glycemic index number Glycemic Index Chart and Glycemic Load for 100 foods.
*Big flavor, yet is a Low Calorie Meal, at approximately 115 calories per cup
1 pound organic dried green split peas
8 cups water
2 medium chopped organic yellow onions
4 organic chopped carrots
3 stalks organic chopped celery
1/2 organic chopped zucchini
1 small organic chopped russet or sweet potato (lower the glycemic index rating and use chopped parsnip instead)
1 sprig fresh snipped organic basil or organic parsley
1 organic bay leaf
2 sprigs organic snipped oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried organic thyme
1 teaspoon dried organic sage
2 teaspoons smoked paprika (this makes soup taste smoky without having to use any smoked meat)
1/2 teaspoon pink salt
4 teaspoons Braggs Liquid Aminos (or gluten free low sodium soy sauce)
optional ingredients: freshly minced dill, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh parsley, croutons
Note: I always use organic ingredients when available, because organic means produce and seasonings aren't genetically modified, aren't sprayed with chemicals, and aren't grown in soil that contains chemical fertilizers.
Note: No need to get overwhelmed by the long list of ingredients. All veggies can be chopped in a food processor. To keep additional prep simple, when herbs or spices mentioned above aren't in your pantry, use a substitute. Seasoning blends like 21 Seasoning Salute works well. Avoid trips to the market, and use what's in your house already. Incorporate veggies like shallots, leeks, scallions, mushrooms, red pepper, cabbage, turnip, and other varieties of squash. The more the merrier. When you add extra veggies, it makes the soup taste more full bodied and yummy.
What to Do:
1. Soak split peas for at least 8 hours in enough water to cover by 2 inches. Use at least 6 cups of water, because spit peas will expand when soaked. Pour off liquid, pick out any grit that remains, and rinse well.
3. Add the other dry spices and fresh veggies and lower to simmer. Cover and continue cooking, until peas and veggies are tender and partly mushy (anywhere from 1/2 hour to an hour). Don't forget to stir every 10 or so minutes to avoid soup from overflowing or sticking to bottom of the pot. If you decide to add additional veggies, use an extra cup of water for each veggie you include. Season accordingly. Add fresh snipped herbs a few minutes before you're ready to take the pot off the stove.
4. Remove soup pot from heat. Put on a cutting board or other heat resistant surface. Use an immersion blender or food processor to puree soup until it is blended to a consistency you like.
In my house, we like thick yet smooth soup.
|Smoky Vegan Split Pea Soup with Smoked Paprika and Basil Garnish
Serve it with gluten free flax seed crackers, or with a slice of toast with almond or peanut butter. At other times, we combine it with leftover rice, quinoa, or barley. We warm it up by pouring it directly into the soup, for a terrific one dish meal.
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Most of us are well familiar with neck, shoulder and upper back pain, which can, in time, be so strong to even have a negative effect on our everyday activities. The Beurer HK57 Mobile Shoulder Heat Pad with Powerbank is a specially designed heating pad that provides targeted heat therapy for your shoulders and neck. Its sleek design and removable powerbank make is perfectly mobile, which means you can use it to warm you up and alleviate pain wherever you are.
The Beurer Mobile Shoulder Heat Pad ensures two hours of cordless heat, can charge your smartphone and features flexible press-stud fastenings for a snug fit. This makes it ideal for indoor and outdoor use, and suitable to keep you warm and comfortable wherever you are. Moreover, its design is sleek enough for it not to appear bulky even when worn under everyday clothing.
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Specs of GTX 400 series hints performance characteristics
Sources give a clue on what we can expect
In now knowing when NVIDIA plans to unveil its GTX 400 Series (based on Fermi/GF100), which happens to be at PAX 2010 next month (March 26 to be exact), information is beginning to trickle out as to the underlying specs on the GTX 470 and 480 cards, in turn helping give a better perspective on the performance expectations of the models.
NVIDIAs next-gen GF100 silicon physically has 512 CUDA cores, 16 geometry units, 64 TMUs, 48 ROPs and a 384-bit GDDR5 memory interface. GTX 480 will of course be without limits and make use of every bit of this power in all regards. GTX 470 is of course a cut-down lower priced variant, but we're not yet sure in which areas and by how much NVIDIA will restrict it.
DonanimHaber gets a hint by sources that the GTX 470 may be limited to 448 or possibly 480 CUDA cores and have a narrower memory interface, down to maybe 320-bit. Clock speeds on the core/memory will likely take a bit of a drop as well. This card is said to have a power draw of around 300W and perform somewhere in between the HD 5850 and 5870.
The GTX 480 is being promised to give comparable performance to the current dual-GPU equipped GTX 295, but is of course a single GPU card. A recent store listing for this card popped up for pre-order which indicated pricing at $699 USD.
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Need an excuse to play hooky for a few hours?
I'm partnering with CITIRAMA for a Special Mom's Day Out event on Friday, September 13 from 12-3 PM.
Cincinnati has several locations around the city that honor previous Presidents. You can try to visit most of them in one day or make it your quest to find them over time….
You don't have to spend a lot of money to find affordable adventure. There are several budget-friendly adventures in Cincinnati that cost $5 or less.
Covington, Kentucky is a city that can often be overlooked in the shadow of Cincinnati, Ohio. It's located directly across the Ohio River and offers a lot of reasons for travelers and locals to Lov the Cov.
Cincinnati offers incredible museums throughout the city, but there is one museum in the city that tends to be known more by tourists than locals.
That underrated museum is the American Sign Museum. The American Sign Museum provides education and celebrates the art of sign making. As a local, I was immediately mad at myself for not visiting the museum sooner!
It truly is a unique gem that is very special to our city.
I had the opportunity to take the "Beyond the Bricks" tour presented by the guides for the Society for the Preservation of Music Hall. While the building is under construction with renovations, you have the opportunity to learn to appreciate the fine points of the building like never before. The "Beyond the Bricks' tour takes you on a 90 minute outdoor tour around Cincinnati Music Hall that will open your eyes to important details that can so be easily overlooked.
I'm a wimp when it comes to scary things but I knew that I had to face my fears when I was given the opportunity to take a behind the scenes tour of the Dent Schoolhouse. Not only is the Dent Schoolhouse known as Cincinnati's scariest haunted house, but it's known for being one of the top haunted houses in the nation!
My son and I were happy to discover the new Curb'd parklets while on an adventure in Covington. These mini parks temporarily take up one parking space and redefine what could exist in the dimensions of a single parking space with an incredible range of creativity.
When you visit the Cincinnati Metro area, there is so much to see and do for families.


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On this Wordless Wednesday we share a photo of Tibben Farms in Brinston, ON, Canada. They have three A4's and room for another!
Have a photo you would like to submit a photo for Wordless Wednesday? Email it to email@example.com and you will see your photo on LelyLife.com.
If you're not familiar with this blogosphere phenomenon, About.com, describes Wordless Wednesday as, "a simple blog post featuring a photo which conveys a message that speaks for itself without using words."


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At Healthfully, we strive to deliver objective content that is accurate and up-to-date. Our team periodically reviews articles in order to ensure content quality. The sources cited below consist of evidence from peer-reviewed journals, prominent medical organizations, academic associations, and government data.
- MedlinePlus.com: Glucosamine Sulfate
- National Institutes of Health: Calcium
- National Institutes of Health: Glucosamine/Chondroitin Arthritis Intervention Trial
The information contained on this site is for informational purposes only, and should not be used as a substitute for the advice of a professional health care provider. Please check with the appropriate physician regarding health questions and concerns. Although we strive to deliver accurate and up-to-date information, no guarantee to that effect is made.
Glucosamine & Calcium
Glucosamine and calcium have long been used for the health and development of the skeletal system 3. They have never been studied as a combined treatment against disease, despite their common bond in the structural integrity of our bones. On their own, calcium and glucosamine stand tall in their respective treatments of bone and joint health 3.
If you are experiencing serious medical symptoms, seek emergency treatment immediately.
Function of Glucosamine
Glucosamine is a naturally occurring chemical in the body and is a precursor to glycosaminoglycans, which are abundant in the cartilage found in our joints. Cartilage is tough connective tissue that helps cushion our joints. For years, glucosamine has been used for the treatment of osteoarthritis, a disease in which the cartilage deteriorates until it's gone. Glucosamine is commonly taken with chondroitin as a complement to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs to rebuild cartilage and lessen pain.
Functions of Calcium
Calcium is the most plentiful mineral in the human body. Most people know that calcium is stored in bones and teeth to provide structural support; however, calcium is also important for muscle contractions, secretion of hormones, the conduction of neural impulses through the nervous system and blood vessel dilation and contraction. Excellent sources of calcium are found in milk, yogurt and cheese as well as Chinese cabbage, broccoli and kale. Many other foods are fortified with calcium.
Types of Glucosamine
Glucosamine comes in hydrochloride and sulfate forms; however, according to MedlinePlus.com, glucosamine sulfate is the type most commonly used and studied 1. Therapeutic doses are at 500 milligrams of glucosamine three times daily. The recommended timeline for taking glucosamine is a minimum of 30 days and as long as lifetime supplementation. Talk to your doctor before taking any supplement to ensure it is safe for you.
Types of Calcium
There are two primary forms of calcium; carbonate and citrate. Calcium carbonate is the most prevalent, is less expensive and is more readily absorbed when taken with food. Calcium citrate can be taken with or without food and is more easily absorbed in people with reduced stomach acids. The recommended daily allowance for calcium depends on sex and age and should be clarified with a dietitian before beginning supplementation. Calcium is more readily absorbed in doses of less than 500 milligrams. If you need 1,000 milligrams, the dosage should be divided in two and taken at different times of the day.
As of 2010, the debate is ongoing as to whether glucosamine helps with rebuilding cartilage or reducing pain associated with osteoarthritis. An article in the medical journal "The Lancet" reports that in a study of osteoarthritis patients, there is no further joint space deterioration after supplementing with glucosamine sulphate for three years. However, the National Institutes of Health conducted the largest clinical study held relating to glucosamine, called the Glucosamine/Chondroitin Arthritis Intervention Trial, or GAIT, in 2006 34. Their results show that there is no significant relief of pain among all patients studied; however, patients with moderate to severe pain experienced a noticeable improvement when they took the glucosamine/chondroitin combination.
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Watch out, CeCe!
According to TVLine, Parker Posey has been cast as a "shot girl" at a party thrown in an honor of the removal of Schmidt's penis cast in the Season 2 premiere of "New Girl."
Leslie Mann, who was originally cast, had to drop out due to scheduling conflicts.
Posey's recent TV appearances have included "Louie," "The Good Wife," "The Big C" and more.
In other casting news ...
Tyra Banks has named her "America's Next Top Model" mentors. Alicia Keys and Tyler Perry are set to make appearances as mentors on the modeling series, while Shenae Grimes will serve as a photographer on one of the photo shoots. [TV Guide]
Richard E. Grant has been cast in "Doctor Who." The "Withnail & I" actor will appear on the series' Christmas special alongside Tom Ward and Jenna Louise Coleman. [EW]
Odette Annable is headed to "Banshee." Annable will play a Native American assassin with a mysterious past in a multi-episode arc on the Cinemax series. [TVLine]


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The school organizated a disabilities day in Nagymaros. Kati Cserni and Zsolt Nagy had a idea. One day is about a disabilities people. They had invited a Junior club, blind organization,
disabilities basketball team and of course Wohner Farkas (J ). They organizated some program, sports and some show. We have a little film about this program that you can see it: