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American Airlines shares soar as 1Q losses better than expected – SHARE WRAP
American Airlines' rose close to 19% yesterday on the Wall Street Casino, as its adjusted first-quarter results beat market expectations. CEO, Gerard Arpey, stated, "while lower fuel prices have provided a significant buffer against falling demand in 2009, the struggling economy and capital markets remain significant challenges for American and the rest of the industry".
American's result provided a lift for other airlines, with JetBlue vaulting 12.2% higher, while other big risers were Continental (+11.1%), US Airways (+9.8%) and United Airlines (+8.4%).
Meanwhile, Brazilian stocks gained for a fourth day, with GOL and TAM adding 1.7% and 3.4%, respectively.
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Teenage cancer victim Stephen Sutton has died, his family announced.
The 19-year-old, who raised more than £3 million for charity during his lifetime, lost his battle with bowel cancer early this morning.
Announcing his death, his mother Jane wrote on his Facebook page: "My heart is bursting with pride but breaking with pain for my courageous, selfless, inspirational son who passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early hours of this morning, Wednesday 14th May.
Jane Sutton with her son Stephen (Jane Tovey/Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust)
"The ongoing support and outpouring of love for Stephen will help greatly at this difficult time, in the same way as it helped Stephen throughout his journey.
"We all know he will never be forgotten, his spirit will live on, in all that he achieved and shared with so many."
The Prime Minister led the tributes for the terminally ill teenager who had been readmitted to hospital last weekend suffering "breathing difficulties".
Prime Minister David Cameron visited Stephen Sutton at Birmingham's Queen Elizabeth Hospital (PA)
The Prime Minister led the tributes for the terminally ill teenager who had been readmitted to hospital last weekend suffering "breathing difficulties".
"He was determined not to waste a minute, not to waste an hour or a day," David Cameron told reporters.
"I can hardly think of anyone I have met with such a zest for life, with such a belief that you can get things done, and who wanted to live every minute.
"He was absolutely inspiring, he did extraordinary things for charity and meeting him was a huge privilege."
The premier said it had been a privilege to meet Stephen at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham earlier this month.
Mr Cameron had earlier tweeted: "I'm deeply saddened to hear that Stephen Sutton has died. His spirit, bravery and fundraising for cancer research were all an inspiration."
Labour leader Ed Miliband also praised the teenager, writing: "Tragic news that Stephen Sutton has passed away. His bravery & determination to live life to the full was an inspiration to us all."
On Tuesday evening Mr Sutton's family revealed his condition had worsened to the point where he could no longer communicate with his many supporters himself.
A Facebook update from April 28
Doctors had informed them Mr Sutton's breathlessness was due to the regrowth of tumours which were blocking his airways.
In a statement on the fundraiser's Facebook page on Tuesday, the family wrote: "Unfortunately in the last 24 hours Stephen's condition has deteriorated to where he can no longer communicate through this page himself.
"Unfortunately the breathlessness which had him re-admitted to hospital is due to the regrowth of tumours which are blocking his airways, and not just due to infection as we had all been hoping.
"He is currently comfortable and stable, and we will let you know of any further developments.
"Right now however, as a family, we wish for a certain amount of privacy for us to spend what time he has remaining with him.
"We appreciate everyone's concern, and for all the love and goodwill sent his way, and indeed ours too, we thank you deeply x."
'Stephen's Story' the 19-year-old's blog of his battle with the illness, started as his bucket list
Praise poured in for the teenager who had collected more than £3.2million for the Teenage Cancer Trust before he died, after posting a picture of himself in hospital in April with a goodbye message when he first believed he was close to death.
Television presenter Clare Balding said: "Desperately sad to hear that Stephen Sutton has died. I feel privileged to have met him and heard him speak."
Comedian Rocky Gervais wrote: "RIP Stephen Sutton. A true hero & inspiration to us all. #stephensstory."
Presenter Kirsty Allsopp tweeted: "Remarkable lad @bbcmtd It's with sadness that we bring you the news that Stephen Sutton died peacefully this morning."
Stephen's devastated older brother joined the tributes saying he was "blessed" to grow up with him.
Chris Sutton, 21, wrote: "I could sit here all day typing words like inspirational, proud, but frankly his life and what he achieved speaks for itself, it doesn't need a rambling eulogy from me.
"He'll still always be a bit of tw*t to me, hey he was my younger brother, it's in the contract, but I was blessed to grow up with the best little tw*t you could have. So yeah, RIP bro."
His cause has been aided by a number of celebrities, including David Tennant
The donations to Mr Sutton's JustGiving page soared from £3.25 million to more than £3.37 million within just three hours of his death being announced.
Just days before his death Mr Sutton admitted feeling angry with the doctors who had initially misdiagnosed his condition as constipation, allowing the cancer to advance.
He said: "If it had been caught earlier it could have led to a better prognosis. It could have changed the situation.
"But even saying that, I'm not one to dwell on the past. It is what it is."
Mr Sutton, from Burntwood, Staffs, played football for Walsall youth team and competed in cross-country running and athletics at county level before he began to suffer stomach cramps, weight loss, sickness and loss of appetite in 2011.
But doctors sent him home with laxatives, despite a family history of Lynch Syndrome, a genetic condition that increases the risk of bowel cancer and a range of other tumours.
"I lost two stone in weight and was very, very ill," Mr Sutton said.
"We gave the doctors all the information they needed, told them about the family history and even showed them a booklet about Lynch Syndrome.
"It explained the common symptoms of bowel cancer — I had every single one. But I just naively listened to them, hoping it was going to get better."
He was finally given an emergency CT scan when he had deteriorated so much that he could not keep down fluids or food and was unable to sleep because of the pain.
The scan revealed a blockage in his bowel. The following day, he underwent surgery which revealed that the growth was cancerous. He was just 15.
Refusing to give up hope Mr Sutton drew up a bucket-list of things he wished to achieve before he died and launching his fundraising campaign which gained support across the globe.
He later made what he described as "a miraculous recovery", coughing up a tumour, and after successful surgery was well enough to be discharged from Birmingham's Queen Elizabeth Hospital on May 2.
But commenting on his Facebook page last Sunday he told supporters he was again posting from his hospital bed.
Stephen has raised more than £3 million for a cancer charity (PA)
He said: "Unfortunately today I've ended up back in hospital. I had some breathing difficulties starting last night and after going to A&E have been admitted back to a ward for monitoring.
"I've still got the cough, then quite quickly developed a wheeze in my breathing and breathlessness upon any physical exertion.
"There's no immediate panic and I'm currently quite stable - I have been put on nebulisers and other meds which are currently helping my symptoms hugely."
He added: "The doctors think there may be something restricting my airway again, they're not sure exactly what yet though (tumour regrowth, infection, inflammation, are all potential reasons mentioned), but are currently discussing the possibilities and my scan results to decide what to do next."
The Teenage Cancer Trust said in a statement: "We are humbled and hugely grateful for what Stephen achieved and continues to achieve for us.
"The thoughts of everyone here at Teenage Cancer Trust are with Stephen's family and friends."
Jason Manford, who helped to champion Stephen's fundraising, paid tribute to the teenager as being "the most inspiring person I've ever met".
The comedian added: "He was an incredibly positive young man and a credit to his family, to Burntwood and to humanity itself.
"The reason we took to him so passionately was because he was better than us, he did something that none of us could even imagine doing.
"In his darkest hour he selflessly dedicated his final moments to raising millions of pounds for teenagers with cancer.
"Some of Stephen's words will stay with me and others forever and they are words to live by - 'life isn't measured in time, it's measured in achievements'.
"If that's true, Stephen, then you had a fulfilling life full of special moments and you will live long in the memory of thousands, if not millions, of people."
Deborah Alsina, chief executive of Bowel Cancer UK, which said around 2,100 people under 50 are diagnosed with bowel cancer each year, described Stephen's death as "an absolute tragedy".
Ms Alsina said: "Stephen's story struck a chord with the nation, putting teenage cancer, and bowel cancer specifically, firmly in the public eye.
"He has undoubtedly created greater awareness in the public and the clinical community that bowel cancer can affect younger people too and for this we owe him such gratitude.
"In his memory, and in memory of so many other young bowel cancer patients whose lives are needlessly lost, we will continue to tirelessly campaign for bowel cancer to be ruled out first not last within the diagnostic process.
"We will also continue to raise awareness that whilst younger people's risk is thankfully low, you are, in fact, never too young to develop bowel cancer."

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Women are more likely than men to see Caroline Kennedy as qualified to be New York's next senator, according to a new CNN/Opinion Research Corp. poll released Monday. (Getty Images/File)
(CNN) - A new national poll suggests that men and women don't see eye to eye on the question of whether Caroline Kennedy is qualified to serve as a U.S. senator.
Just over half of all Americans questioned in a CNN/Opinion Research Corporation survey released Monday say that Kennedy is qualified to be a senator: 52 percent say she is, and 42 percent disagree.
Watch: 'Maybe that day is now,' Kennedy says of seeking political office
But the poll also indicates there's a gender gap, with 57 percent of women saying Kennedy is qualified. That number drops to 47 percent among men, with 46 percent of male respondents saying Kennedy is not qualified.
"Men may think of qualifications for public office in terms of work experience, while women may be looking at a candidate's life experience," says CNN Polling Director Keating Holland. "Caroline Kennedy has a personal history that may be compelling to many women, but her resume is not very long, and that may be a mark against her to some men."
Kennedy is one of the candidates hoping to replace Hillary Clinton as New York's junior senator if the secretary of state-designate is confirmed by the Senate as expected next month. New York State Gov. David Paterson, who has the sole responsibility to replace Clinton, has been the target of intense lobbying efforts by would-be senators in recent weeks. Whoever he picks would serve for two years before running in a special election in 2010. If the candidate won that contest, he or she would have to run again in 2012, when Clinton's current term ends.
Paterson is a Democrat, so there's no question that the seat will remain in in the party's hands.
Kennedy, daughter of the late President John F. Kennedy and niece of longtime Massachusetts Sen. Ted Kennedy, has received the most media attention — and, since she's never run for or served in public office, the most scrutiny as well.
The new CNN/ORC poll suggests that the gender gap is not the only division among Americans when it comes to Kennedy - Americans are divided by party as well, says Holland, with 61 percent of Democrats and only 39 percent of Republicans calling her qualified.
When then-first lady Hillary Clinton initially considered a run for this Senate seat in 1999 — her first campaign for public office - 62 percent of all Americans thought she was qualified to be a senator. Clinton faced an even bigger gender gap, says Holland: 60 percent of men in 1999 thought she was qualified, and 77 percent of women felt the same way.
The CNN/Opinion Research Corporation poll was conducted December 19-21, with 1,013 adult Americans questioned by telephone. The survey's sampling error is plus or minus 3 percentage points.
For the person bashing Peter King's qualifications. As a controller he was responsible for the budgeting and accounting functions of his organization. He actually ran for public office and won on more than one occasion. He has practical real world experience. He is not demanding he be appointed to his first public office strictly on daddy's name. Give me a break. Let her run in two years if she wants to be senator so badly.
So the un-elected governor of NY will be giving the NY senate seat to someone of his own choice. And they say that we live in a democracy?
Why cant we have an election and then we can decide whether Ms Kennedy should be our senator?
I don't understand the problem since she meets the qualifications listed in the U.S. Constitution. There have been many currently serving who are less qualified than Caroline in both the House and Senate. Sony Bono was less qualified and when he was killed in a skiing accident his wife was given his seat and she was less qualified but she was re-elected in the next cycle. If Caroline is put in Clinton's seat she will have to run in a couple of years and if she fails to win re-election so be it.
Just a short time ago the President elect wasn't qualified either to some but he still won and I am sure he would feel that she was qualified.
You know, you know, you know, you know, you know, you know, you know, you know,Come on SNL you can have a field day with this super rich woman. Reminds me of the Uh Uh Uh man.
I have to agree with my upstate NY counter parts. Atlease Mayor Brown has accomplishments of his own. He was a pretty popular state senator before becoming mayor of Buffalo. I am by no means a big fan of his, as a matter of fact I campaigned on behalf of his Mayoral opponent. However, for Caroline Kennedy to come and spend minutes in Buffalo and then to claim she understands the issues facing upstate New York is not only insulting to Mayor Brown's actual accomplishments but it is also belittling to the residents of Western New York.
Curious question – where is her wedding ring? all the pic's where I have seen her left hand, no ring. Her own comments make me question her being appointed. She sounds like it's a whim almost. And her main reason is her family name. That name is just a birth name. Nothing more. What has she done, personally, that would qualify her. She doesn't seem to speak well in interviews. If she wants to "run" for public office, start doing stuff locally, get current experience under her belt, then run for the office in 2 years (and use her own money – says she is worth $100 million). I bet most of her money is due to parents legacy, not her own work
Is Caroline Kennedy qualified to be New York's senator? She's better qualified than many senator's we now have! She'd have my vote if I lived in NY.
I understand that just because your last name is Kennedy you should have any thing you want..but seriously..what are we thinking, I live in Illinois and I was hoping to get the senate seat here lol but no ..what is going on people to the world we was once proud of..it is changing for the worse right in front of our eyes, No one in accountable any longer for any thing they do, The president pardons the same few hundred people we wasted our time and tax dollars to convict, well I want someone to bail me out it does'ent seem to matter that we pad everyone's pocket ..we live in a world were politicians lie and steal, they do things they know are wrong but they do them anyway because george will pardon them right scooter ..would someone please check on the small americans we are still here plugging away hoping for a better tomorrow
This women has never held a job. She is no better the Paris Hilton, she just is quiet about it. She lives off of family money and thats it. We need people in the government that knows what it means to squeeze a penny. Do understand that sometimes you go for ground beef on sale, not prime angus. She will do nothing more then think everyone is as well off as she is. And she had the nerve to go on the air and talk about how she has to work twice as hard now. Really? Tell that to the people that work 4 jobs, and still find time to take their kids to practice. We need people that understand how to balance a check book, not how to swipe a credit card.
Michal "quote" If her name wasn't Kennedy folks wouldn't be dumping on her.
If her name wasn't Kennedy she wouldn't even be in the running and you sure wouldn't be making comments if she was qualified or not. Personally, I feel if you want to bring up the Kennedy name to see if someone could live up to it, just think about Teddy and then think about Mary Jo Kopechne. Doesn't seem like a name anyone would want to live up to. More like a name I would run from. She should have stuck to her married name.
I admire her for wanting to serve after supporting Obama this year. It showed that anything is possible. However, I think she carries some baggage for living such a private life for so long. First, is the need for full financial disclosure, which she has refused unless she is selected. Not acceptable. What does she have to hide? Secondly, is her fund-raising capability. If Paterson chooses her now, there will be the appearance of quid pro quo in 2010 when HE runs for re-election, and SHE is campaigning for HIM. I think she has a sense of entitlement due to her name. I don't doubt her sincerity in serving the people of NY, but she needs to earn their trust.
Just because Caroline Kennedy is a Kennedy does not qualify her for a Senator's seat. If she actually has some actual qualifications, I have not read about them to date. But then, who of our Senators is really qualified for the position? They're done a pretty good job of selling the American taxpayer down the toilet - virtually all of them!
to steve from NY
your statement ms kennedy "Until a week or so ago I don't think she was ever north of Weschester ", is inaccurate.
London is north of "weschester" as is Paris, Berne, and Moscow. Rome is just little north, but Venice is way north.
so, you are plainly WRONG.
she has been north of "Weschester"
Why can't she be a senator? Is she anymore or less corrupt than any other politician? A real change in our political system is long overdue.
Experience alone is overrated. Bush's cronies supposedly "had experience." Yep. Serving themselves more thoroughly and criminally than we've ever seen at this level.
I'm a woman and a life long resident of New York state. I don't believe that Caroline Kennedy should be given Hillary Clinton's senate seat because she is not the best qualified person for the position. If she is handed this position, I won't vote for her in the next election.
Will someone please explain to me what the perceived qualifications are for becoming a U.S. Senator? Everyone is harping on Ms. Kennedy's apparent "lack" of experience but haven't all these so-called "qualified" senators gotten this country into its present mess?
I believe it is time for a change and Ms. Kennedy is intelligent, well-spoken, thoughtful and perhaps most important, independent (please read this as "cannot be bought").
if she is looking for a throne than its her if NY senator need to be qualified person than she is not the one. If she had moral she will have never seek this position with no experience.
shame on you Caroline!
Caroline is not qualified for this position. Just because her last name is Kennedy does not mean she should get this position. It should go to someone who is. Whoever said politics are fair though. Look is the president elect.
She's like Sarah Palin, but with a famous last name.
Sorry gang, she's not the best we can do, who's next on the list?
Gordon – "How can a person who did not vote be entitled to a Senate Seat."
I guess she can just vote Present all the time and then when Obama is gone, she will be qualified to take his place as President. I mean if it's good enough for Obama, it's good enough for her.
will you guys ever get it? this gender gap is largely a political party gap. more men are republicans.
Well, I happen to actually LIVE in NY. Why does this even matter what the rest of the country wants?
We've had enough of these political stepping stone politicians, Hillary was only here for the step up, thats it. Now this one?
NO, we don't want you, go back to your millionaire 212 area code and lets find someone who cares about the REST of NY.
Its a big state, its not just the 5 boroughs the city you know...
I like Caroline Kennedy, because she doesn't automatically say she would support a Democratic candidate for mayor. I like her courage to stick with principles and not to bow to partisan nonsense. I will never vote for somebody because of party affiliation.
You may not have noticed, but a lot of voters are very tired of partisan politics.


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Rebecca Cohen-Palacios a hybrid UI artist and developer working on AAA games. With Ubisoft Montreal, she has shipped Assassin's Creed Origins, Assassin's Creed Syndicate, and Shape Up (Kinect). Before switching for a career in game development, Rebecca spent six years designing user interfaces for websites, apps and digital experiences.
She is the co-founder and director of Pixelles, a Montreal-based, non-profit organization which empowers more women (as well as non-binary/genderqueer folks) in games. Pixelles organizes free programs, skill workshops, mentorship, mid-career support, GDC scholarship and supportive, inclusive community for all.
In her spare time, Rebecca mentors and teaches accessible workshops in collaboration with other organizations such as Ladies Learning Code, TAG Lab, Kids Code Jeunesse and Montreal's public libraries. She also co-organizes the games unconference, GameLoop Montreal, which encourages open, inclusive discourse and critique of games development, culture, and methodologies.


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The Born to Run Foundation will work closely with JDRF to help determine the most promising and valuable research efforts to help find a cure for Type 1 Diabetes.
The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) is the world's largest charitable supporter of type 1 diabetes research.
JDRF was founded in 1970 in the US and 1982 in Australia by a group of determined volunteers.
Internationally, JDRF has been involved in every major type 1 diabetes breakthrough of the last four decades including:
JDRF-funded researchers have driven the advancement of day-to-day disease management tools and accelerated the pace of research through a focus on four research priorities - immune therapies, beta cell therapies, glucose control therapies and complications therapies.
JDRF supports Australian diabetes research via the strategic provision of funding, investing over $100 million into Australian research to date.
In addition to supporting research, JDRF Australia plays a key role in advising and influencing health policy direction across all levels of government and building community awareness of type 1 diabetes.
Throughout all local and international activities JDRF's mission remains constant - to find a cure for type 1 diabetes and its complications through the support of research.
Full details on JDRF and Type 1 diabetes can be found at www.jdrf.org.au.


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Public engagement
Public engagement is at the heart of the Elizabeth Blackwell Institute's research vision. We aim to encourage a culture in which public and patients' views feed into the University's health research and, by engaging the public at all stages of the research process, to support world-class engaged health research that meets patients' needs at a local, national and international level.
Opportunities for the public
We encourage members of the public to meet our researchers, discuss their work and suggest new research ideas. There are several ways you can do this:
- If you are interested in health and health research and would like to discuss and explore the work being done at the University then attend our talks, festivals and events;
- If you are interested in contributing to ongoing research at the University you can apply to be part of our Public Advisory Group by emailing us with an expression of interest;
- If you are an individual or organisation planning a project with health themes that engages with your community, or the wider public, get in touch and we can work with you to find University of Bristol researchers and research groups to collaborate with;
- If you have ideas for future health research at the University of Bristol, contact us and let us know what you want to see happening.
Opportunities for University of Bristol researchers
The Elizabeth Blackwell institute has developed various mechanisms for incorporating the views of the public and patients into the health research process, including the Public Advisory Group. Information for members of the University of Bristol on how to receive input from the Public Advisory Group can be found in our researchers' guide.
We also offer the following support to University of Bristol researchers:
- Advice on developing high-impact public engagement activities for University of Bristol led research ;
- Advice on writing up public engagement plans for grant applications led by University of Bristol researchers;
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- Opportunities for researchers to engage with the public through our current EBI-led Public Engagement activities.
We work closely with the University's Public Engagement team and People in Health West of England.
If you are interested in public engagement opportunities with broader research you may wish to get in touch with the University of Bristol's Public Engagement team.
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10 Best Boat Shoes in 2018: Compared, Rated & Reviewed
With summer just around the corner, it's time to start looking for the best boat shoes you can find. They aren't just appropriate to wear for any occasion but also quite comfortable.
They're versatile, stylish and a timeless option. That's why we've gone ahead and found the ten best boat shoes for you to choose from.
Comparison Table - Best Boat Shoes
Product Name
Colour Options
Price Guide & Amazon Rating
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Sperry Top-Sider Men's A/O Boat Shoe
37 Options
Polo Ralph Lauren Men's Rylander Boat Shoe
Textile and Leather
Khaki/Tan/Cream, Black/Charcoal, Khaki/Tan
Timberland Men's Classic Two-Eyelet Rubber-Sole Boat Shoe
Dark Brown, Gaucho Roughcut, Navy, Bosphorous Green/Green, Brown
Sperry Top-Sider Men's Billfish Slip-On
Coffee, Tan/Beige
Sebago Men's Clovehitch II Oxford
Leather and mesh
11 Options
Sebago Men's Docksides Boat Shoe
23 Options
Sperry Top-Sider Women's Bluefish Boat Shoe
10 Options
Sebago Women's Bala Slip-On Loafer
Navy/White, Brown, Brown Oiled Waxy, Cognac/Beige, White/Black, Navy/White
Sperry Top-Sider Women's Authentic Original Two-Eye Boat Shoe
8 Options
Sebago Women's Docksides Boat Shoe
12 Options
What are Boat Shoes?
Boat shoes have long been referred to as deck shoes. Whatever you call them, these canvas or leather shoes feature a non-marking rubber sole for use while on the boat. This provides a strong grip while on the deck.
The leather construction is designed to repel water while the materials and stitching are top-notch for durability. Boat shoes have become a huge fashion trend and are often worn to places other than on the water. Nowadays, most people find that wearing boat shoes without socks is the best way to enjoy them.
The Story Behind the Shoe
The modern boat shoe was invented back in 1935 by Paul A. Sperry. He took notice of the fact that his dog was able to run on ice without falling.
With the help of a knife, he cut strips into the soles of his shoes which became the inspiration behind the company Sperry Top-Sider.
They quickly became a hit with sailors across the world, but in the 70s they became a casual footwear trend as well. Traditional boat shoes feature a white, non-marking sole, but there are more varieties available today with a dark sole instead.
Nowadays, boat shoes are worn by men and women as well as children with school uniforms.
Not Just for Boats
Even though the boat shoe was created to be worn on the deck, it has many more purposes now. You'll see people casually walking wearing a stylish pair of boat shoes with their jeans, khakis and shorts.
With the versatility to wear boat shoes with or without socks, it's easier than ever to achieve the style you're looking for.
Features to Look for in Good Boat Shoes
When you're attempting to find the best pair of boat shoes, here are some features you'll want to look for.
Looks are an important factor when picking a new pair of boat shoes. There's no one look for all people so you have to pick based on your individual tastes. Boat shoes come in a variety of styles, colors and materials perfect for customizing to your preferences.
If you're using your boat shoes on a wet deck, you must have a non-marking, non-slip sole. Rubber is the best material for superior grip. Some boat shoes also feature a patterned sole to help drain excess water away. A soft sole is your best choice when looking for a superior grip.
When you're on your feet for long periods of time, you want to have footwear that keeps your feet comfortable. Many boat shoes feature materials to help drain water quickly and allow the foot to breathe throughout the day. This means that even on the hottest days, you can have comfortable, cool feet.
Leather vs. Synthetic Mesh Upper
Boat shoes are made from either leather or canvas uppers. This is meant to minimize water absorption and keep the foot dry. Premium materials paired with heavy-duty stitching are going to allow for maximum durability even when they're exposed to the elements.
10 Best Boat Shoes Reviewed
Here are our picks for the ten best boat shoes on the market. We have split the list into mens and womens shoes.
1. Sperry Top-Sider Men's A/O Boat Shoe
This classic type of boat shoe is a winner with guys everywhere. It's made from leather and features a moccasin-stitched toe. In addition, this shoe has a slotted collar plus rust-resistant eyelets. The EVA heel cup offers superior shock absorption to give you the comfort you desire.
This boat shoe also has a rubber sole for great traction on the deck. It's great for boating or hanging out around town. There are almost forty various styles of this shoe to choose from, so you're sure to find something you like.
Some of them are even available in half sizes. Keep in mind that a few styles run up to a couple of hundred dollars in price and a few people mentioned they felt small.
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2. Polo Ralph Lauren Men's Rylander Boat Shoe
This stylish boat shoe from Polo Ralph Lauren goes with everything. When you want to look cool no matter what activity you're doing, this shoe is a winner.
It has a distinctive character and is made from a leather/canvas mixture for superior breathability. This shoe also has metal eyelets, textile lining and 360-degree lacing.
The sole of this shoe is fitted with a sure-grip tread which keeps you stable on wet surfaces. There are three styles to choose from and the prices are reasonable. Customers found that they often ran larger than expected and many sizes are out of stock.
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3. Timberland Men's Classic Two-Eyelet Rubber-Sole Boat Shoe
Whether you're heading out on the water or simply taking a stroll in the city, this shoe is for you! It's made from hand-sewn leather and features a superior rubber sole with maximum grip.
This gives you the traction you need no matter where you are. In addition, it features a slotted collar, moccasin toe and rawhide lacing to give that classic look.
There is Poron foam and an EVA insert inside the shoe for additional comfort. This shoe feels like a pair of slippers have invaded your feet. There are five colors including a vibrant green option.
You'll even find some half sizes available if you need them. Keep in mind that a few styles run up to a couple of hundred dollars in price and a few people mentioned they felt small.
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4. Sperry Top-Sider Men's Billfish Slip-On
When comfort and style are top on your list of priorities, you'll love this boat shoe from Sperry. It has a modern feel to it with the ultimate in durability. The high-quality construction is a hand-sewn true-moccasin design. It also has a shock-absorbing EVA heel cup for additional comfort.
Prices are reasonable and you'll find a few half sizes if you need them. There are only two colors to choose from: coffee and tan.
These two colors aren't that much different from one another, so it would have been nice to see more offerings. In addition, many customers felt that the shoes ran on the large size.
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5. Sebago Men's Clovehitch II Oxford
If you want the best boat shoes for walking around town or heading out to sea, this Sebago is a true winner.
With weathered full-grain leather, a nubuck upper and mesh panels you have a design that's durable and allows for maximum breathability. With the eyelet setup and slotted collar, you have a truly nautical feel.
On top of that, the rubber sole is non-marking and offers razor-grip traction. There are more than ten styles to choose from but sizes are limited and some are pricey.
There's also a good amount of customers that felt the shoe ran slightly large.
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6. Sebago Men's Docksides Boat Shoe
These shoes feature a classic style and are constructed of rugged leather. The durable non-slip sole is just what you need for superior traction.
In addition, it features authentic rawhide laces. The molded EVA foam insole offers all-day comfort so you can travel anywhere you want.
There are over twenty styles to choose from with this shoe, so it's good to purchase more than one for varying outfits.
Another plus is that this shoe is available in wide and narrow sizes. Some of the prices are a little high and several customers felt they ran a little small.
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7. Sperry Top-Sider Women's Bluefish Boat Shoe
When a woman wants a stylish boat shoe, she really can't go wrong with this Sperry Top-Sider. They're designed to be fashionable and comfortable.
In addition, they are flexible and durable. Chances are you won't want to put on another pair of shoes once you wear this.
The full-grain leather design combined with its rubber outsole make this the best women's boat shoe available. There are ten great styles to choose from, so you could have a different pair for each day of the week.
Prices on the shoe are reasonable and they seem to fit true to size.
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8. Sebago Women's Bala Slip-On Loafer
Sebago is the choice among women sailors across the world and has even been featured in Sailing magazine, but that isn't all they are good for. Kate Middleton herself has been seen wearing them while jet-setting. That's because they're incredibly comfortable and practical as well.
With a leather construction and rubber outsole, you have just what you need to make a lasting impression on those you meet. Choose from six styles including a navy color. You can choose from half sizes if you need them but you'll want to be aware that some people felt they ran a little small.
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9. Sperry Top-Sider Women's Authentic Original Two-Eye Boat Shoe
This classic and favorite choice among women features exceptional traction for your time on wet decks plus a classic design to run errands around town.
This moc-toe boat shoe features a slotted collar and 360-degree lacing system with rustproof eyelets. There's also a shock absorbing EVA Heel cup for comfort.
You can choose from eight different styles and a variety of size options. Prices are reasonable on most of the styles but people have noticed that the shoe tends to run a little on the small side.
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10. Sebago Women's Docksides Boat Shoe
When you desire a classic boat shoe for heading out on the town, this Sebago is a great choice. They might not be the best cheap boat shoes, but you pay for the added durability and comfort.
This Sebago brand shoe features the moc-toe stitching for an authentic look. In addition, they have an embossed rubber midsole and raw leather around the collar's lacing.
They're available for purchase in over ten different styles including a pink and yellow combination. You might pay a little more for this brand, but they should last you for a long time. Keep in mind that a few people felt they might run on the smaller side.
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Caring for Your Boat Shoes
Now that you've chosen stylish boat shoes to wear, it's time to learn how to take care of them. To protect the leather, you'll want to shine it with a water-based polish. Make sure you avoid any quick-drying or liquid polish that has silicone or alcohol as an ingredient.
Keep your boat shoes free from dust, dirt and salt deposits. Even when your canvas shoes say they can be machine washed, we don't recommend it. Always wash them by hand with a mild soap for the best results.
It's also important that your dry your shoes completely at room temperature. They shouldn't be placed in direct sunlight or heat. Otherwise, they might form cracks. When they aren't being used, store them on a shoe tree to retain their shape.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should you wear socks with boat shoes?
It's a personal preference whether you wear socks or not. Some people like to go without while others will wear low-cut socks instead.
How long do boat shoes take to break in?
It's important to break the shoes in properly to avoid blisters. Thankfully, the process isn't much different than any other pair of shoes made from leather and shouldn't take long.
Can you wear orthotics with boat shoes?
Yes, you'll want to be sure that the shoe you choose has the room to accommodate your insert.
What pants should you wear with boat shoes?
You can wear anything with your boat shoes. Style them with jeans, khakis or shorts.
Now that you've seen a nice selection of the best men's boat shoes and the best boat shoes for women, it's time to pick the style that works best for you.
Whether you choose to wear them while running errands or for a nice dinner by the beach, you'll look good in your new purchase.
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The Foursquare "Crush"
Yesterday evening the news leaked out about Foursquare's first round financing which our firm is thrilled to be involved in. The company had hoped to announce the financing next week and still plans to post a long post on Tuesday talking about " what this means for foursquare and the things we'll be building / fixing for our users". If you are into Foursquare, keep an eye out for that.
In the Business Insider's post about the Foursquare financing, Dan Frommer writes:
To be honest this transaction tested my belief that blogging about stuff you are interested in is a good thing. I first wrote that I was playing foursquare in mid July and since then I've blogged about Foursquare, twittered it, and flickr'd it more than few times. Our entire firm was pretty public about our interest in Foursquare.
The Foursquare financing was among the most competitive early round financings I've seen in a long time with a bunch of term sheets offered and even more people trying to get into it once the deal was cooked. Dan's use of the word crush could be also used to describe the pressure on Dennis and Naveen to sort through all of their different options. And in the midst of all of that, our firm was publicly on record that we liked the service and were using it actively.
There are many people in the investment business that believe you have to play your cards close to your vest or you'll get burned. And I understand that approach. And there was certainly a few times during this transaction when I regretted how public we were with our interest in Foursquare.
But as my partner Albert reminded me during one of those "head in hand" moments, we did a lot more good than harm by doing that. First we put our investment thesis out there and got feedback from a lot of people on it. Second, the company appreciated our strong early endorsement of their service long before we had even offered to invest. Third, we saw the market develop around the deal as most interested parties contacted us at one time or another. And most importantly, now that we are investors we have a good sense of what the company is doing, what they need to do, and how we can help.
So I come out of this situation with my resolve to continue to play the venture capital business with an open hand firmer than ever. I'd suggest that other firms give it a try. I think it's a great approach, particularly in consumer web services.


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After the problems we've been having in the coop this winter, I've been working get them fixed so we don't loose any birds and put a stop to the egg loss as well. I made some feed adjustments; more oyster shells and a few grits on the side. Earlier we purchased a scratch block that has helped the boredom too. Since then I have came up with this recipe for my own scratch block of sorts.
The latest batch I made in 10 inch round cake pans and put a hole in the mixture so I could hang it in the coop. Make the girls put a little more effort into it.
- 6 each Eggs and shells
- 2 cup Crushed Egg Shell or Oyster Shells or Combination of
- 1 cup Apple Sauce
- 2 tsp Cinnamon
- 1 cup Molasses
- 3 cup Old Fashioned Oats uncooked
- 4 cup Scratch Grain corn, barley, oats- your choice
- 5 cup Feather Fixer Pellets
- 3 tbsp Diatomaceous Earth
- Place the eggs and egg shells in a blender and process until the shells are well crushed.
- Place the egg/shell mixture into a large mixing bowl. Add the remaining ingredients.
- Stir everything until it is well combined. I use my hands for this, they work better than a spoon.
- Using 2, 10inch cake pans or any pan of your choice, grease the pans and divide the mixture between the pans (I keep mine about 2 inches thick in any pan). If you wish to hang the "brick" poke a hole in it with your finger.
- Bake the "bricks" at 325 degrees for 2 hours. Allow them to cool completely before removing them from the pans.
- Place them in the coop and let the chickens enjoy!
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I have been diligently moving forward with my second memoir ONE GAY AMERICAN. The manuscript went to Coffeetown Press February 1, 2012 and will be released on June 1, 2012. I have been very focused on all of the details it takes to get a book out into the world: proofreading, editing, designing a cover, ect.
The biggest project has been securing the rights to a picture I desperately want to use in the book.
Meet Gay Bob, circa 1977 (left) and Billy, circa 1997 (right): two commercially made, anatomically correct dolls. Both dolls were marketed as the first "gay doll", but Gay Bob was clearly first.
The subject of little boys playing with dolls is still pretty socially taboo. But what about gay men playing with gay dolls? My friend Jim and I both own and love Gay Bob and Billy. There is a chapter in ONE GAY AMERICAN about us collecting dolls as adults in the 1990s.
Both dolls come clothed in stereotypically gay clothes: plaid shirts, jeans, boots. Gay Bob came with a purse and an earring in his left ear. He was sold in a box that was his closet. Billy wore gay pride freedom rings and his box was lined with a picture of the Golden Gate Bridge. He was later sold wearing full gay leatherman gear and a variety of other gay outfits.
I chose to picture Gay Bob and Billy together naked; only a Post-It note to shield their goods. I feel it measures how gay men were perceived between the 1970s through the 1990s.
My publisher at Coffeetown Press wasn't hesitant about the dolls genitalia; she was more worried about the doll's copyright. She was nervous given the political climate and the nature of my book that someone could come out of the woodwork and sue me for infringing the copyright of Billy and Gay Bob. My editor nor I knew very much about the dolls history. Thus began the big search.
Gay Bob was created by a man named Harvey Rosenberg through his company called Gizmo. The doll was ahead of it's time and wasn't around very long. Mr. Rosenberg died in 2001.
Billy was made by a designer named John McKitterick through a company called Totem International. Billy was first made for a London AIDS charity, then later came to the US mass market and sold in gay-friendly specialty shops. He later got a boyfriend doll named Carlos.
Mr. McKitterick was the head of Fashion Design at Kingston University in London until around 2003. He literally vanishes from the Internet after that. Not even an online obituary.
I have spent hours tracking these dolls. I followed every lead I found. I emailed anyone I could looking for information on these dolls that could bring me to the right person to ask for permission to use the picture of the two dolls.
I eventually found information on the logos for the dolls through an online trademark search engine. Both Billy and Gay Bob's trademarks were not renewed after the dolls went off the market …but that isn't the copyright for the actual doll. The trademark just covers the logo on the box.
I spoke to a lovely woman on the phone at the US Copyright office. The dolls do not appear in the US Copyright database. Attempts to trace the copyright without a number from the database is difficult. The woman couldn't legally advise me, but she commended me on my fortitude.
I considered hiring a copyright investigator to keep looking but it wasn't in the budget. The search for Billy and Gay Bob went cold.
An attorney friend of mine finally said what I want to hear. Using a picture of the dolls that I took myself should fall under "fair use". As long as the picture of the dolls is not used to market my book, say in a flyer or on the cover, then it should be fine. My Billy and Gay Bob picture will be used once, tucked away in the book three-quarters of the way through.
If someone does come forward and claim the copyright, they could only sue me if they can prove damages from my use of the picture. ONE GAY AMERICAN does not damage Gay Bob or Billy's image. If anything, the chapter practically celebrates them.
The journey to use my picture of Gay Bob and Billy is only one example of all the work it take to publish a book. One could argue that writing the book is the easy part.


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If you drive through any small town across America, you will find either (or both) Mexican or a wide variety of Asian restaurants. Where burgers, pizza or fried chicken and mashed potatoes were once all that was available to choose from for supper, a huge variety of flavors have cropped up. Today, Indian, Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese, Guatemalan and a vast array of other ethnic restaurants exist throughout the country.
Each of these ethnic foods has a unique set of flavors. Traditionally, herbs have always been used for seasoning these exotic dishes. In recipes where our grandmother used only a few basic herbs, such as sage, rosemary, thyme and maybe some horseradish, many foods of today rely on a completely new set of flavors.
Many new and exciting plants are being introduced to the marketplace that are of interest to the home gardener as well as the professional chef. Eating habits have changed in the last few decades. As a result, food fashions have changed, and restaurants have begun offering new flavors. Gardeners naturally want to grow these seasoning plants in their own gardens and are developing a taste for interesting, new flavors that include more than just the common European herbs.
Flavorful ethnic foods rely on herbs such as curry leaf, cilantro, kaffir lime leaf, lemongrass, cumin, cardamom, a vast range of basil, fiery peppers and even species that will grow in a water garden.
As nurseries and garden centers follow trends, many offer the more unusual plants that their customers request. Ten years ago, many garden centers weren't offering herbs at all, and now almost all have a section dedicated to herbs, simply because their customers asked for those plants. Here are three exciting herbal plants that you might like to grow this coming summer season.
Green pepper basil (Ocimum selloi) has handsome dark green foliage, small lavender flowers and a distinct, peppery flavor — making it a mouth-watering ingredient in fresh salads.
• Green pepper basil (Ocimum selloi)
This very attractive and unusual herb was first collected a dozen or so years ago by Dr. Dennis Breedlove in Chiapas, Mexico. Records of its use dates back to the Aztecs, who used the plant for medicine and seasoning. Several characteristics make this basil unique. First, it has a robust fragrance, dark green shiny leaves, and it will withstand cooler temperatures than other basil species. It blooms continuously throughout the summer and fall with attractive lavender to purple flower spikes and, unlike other basils, the blooming and seed setting do not stop leaf production. (Most basil requires some pruning to keep desirable leaf production as well as keeping it from going to seed.)
Second, the flavor is a pleasant combination of both sweet bell pepper and spicy basil. It's delicious in a variety of dishes including corn soup and stir-fried dishes. As an added bonus, the plant is an attractive landscape or patio plant and holds up well in hot weather. From my growing experience of green pepper basil, it doesn't easily cross with other basil species. This is an added benefit, because I generally grow about eight varieties together in my herb bed. This is a very good addition for your summer herb garden!
Vietnamese cilantro (Polygonum odoratum) loves hot weather and will even grow in a partially submerged pot at the edge of a water garden. Use this herb as you would regular cilantro.
• Vietnamese cilantro (Polygonum odoratum)
Also known as Vietnamese coriander throughout the mainland of the United States, this plant is recognized by its Vietnamese name, rau ram, in Hawaii.
You either love cilantro, or you hate it. Admittedly, it's an acquired taste, but if you enjoy salsa and chips or any number of Asian or Mexican foods, cilantro is often an ingredient. This is an excellent and easy herb to grow.
Standard cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) is a cool-season herb. Vietnamese cilantro thrives May through September or longer, which is why this herb is so important. It loves Southern summers! The hotter and more humid the weather, the happier this plant becomes. The flavor has a lemon, coriander and curry taste and fragrance. In its native Vietnam, it grows in the marshes. Commercial crops grown for the restaurant trade are produced in low, hot, humid greenhouses.
Vietnamese cilantro requires full sun and lots of moisture. In fact, it will grow in a partially submerged pot at the edge of a water garden or in regular garden soil, if kept consistently damp.
One caution about eating this herb concerns harvest frequency. Keeping the plants trimmed regularly to promote new growth is key, as the youngest leaves and shoots have the best flavor. If you allow the plant to ramble unpruned, the flavor will be quite different and may not be as pleasant. Like most herbs, the more you harvest the plant, the better the flavor.
Use the leaves of this plant in the same way you use any other cilantro. I like to make a salsa of ripe peaches or mangoes, lime juice, a chopped jalapeño pepper, a bit of green onion and two or three leaves of Vietnamese cilantro, chopped. Mixed and served with chips, it's a great afternoon appetizer.
Fresh kaffir lime leaves (Citrus hystrix) are incredibly fragrant and used extensively in Thai recipes. They are considered the "bay leaves" of Asian cooking.
• Kaffir lime (Citrus hystrix)
Kaffir lime is another interesting plant to grow. If you like to cook Asian cuisine, there is really no substitute for the flavor of this plant. Kaffir lime is a necessary ingredient in tom yum soup (hot and sour soup) and tom kha hai soup (chicken-coconut soup).
Grow this citrus as you would any dwarf orange or lemon. Plants are easily started from seed or cuttings. Be prepared for thorns like other citrus plants have. Easily grown in containers indoors or on the patio in summer, the desirable part of this plant is its shiny, dark green leaves.
In Thai dishes, one or two leaves are simply torn up and dropped into a dish as it cooks. In some recipes, the leaf is rolled up tight and sliced very thin and added to Thai salads. The leaves have a very pleasant lime fragrance and flavor. Give the plant full sun in summer and bring it indoors in winter.
If you are an adventurous cook and like experimenting with new flavors, you will enjoy these herbs. In addition to being excellent members of your garden, these herbs will no doubt become just as useful in the kitchen.
(From State-by-State Gardening April 2005. Photos by Jim Long.)


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With a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications, Christine has spoken on various topics to large groups (100+) as well as led small group sessions for twenty years. Just a few of her therapeutic parenting based speaking engagements have included: Grandparents as Parents meeting, Ben Richey Boys Ranch staff training, Parenting in SPACE (pre-conference, keynote and break out sessions), break out session at the Texas Foster Family Association's annual conference, and the HOPE Conference intensive pre-conference. She has also been a guest on the Adoption Perspectives Radio Show, and was interviewed for ATN's Educating Traumatized Children Summit.
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Rockets notes: Battier inspired by Texans' Johnson
Courtside inspiration
Shane Battier went from one of his worst offensive games of the season to perhaps his best. He made 1-of-9 shots in Charlotte before hitting 7-of-11 to score 18 points, including the game-winning running jumper on Sunday against the Thunder.
Battier said he was inspired after seeing Texans receiver Andre Johnson, fresh from his fourth quarter fight with Cortland Finnegan.
"I saw the champ," Battier said. "The champ goes from a tough game, showing what it means to be a fighter, coming, sitting courtside at the Rockets tonight. I saw the champ. After the crowd got hyped, I got hyped. The champ is responsible for this win. I will roll with Andre Johnson every day of the week. That fired me up when I saw him."
His runner, however, came courtesy of his best — and only - offensive move.
"I was getting a bunch of help from (Rockets vice president) Sam Hinkie," Battier said. "It's the only move that I have in my book. It's called the shimmy. Sam was giving me a lot of grief for using that. He said, 'It's our new go-to play at the end of the game.' I said, "If that's our go-to play, we're in serious trouble.' "
Don't wait up for Yao
With the schedule for his return still uncertain, Yao Ming said the Rockets must begin making up ground now, rather than waiting for him and Aaron Brooks to come back from injury. If Yao can come back in the minimum projected time, it would be at the end of the week. But he still has not been cleared to work out on the court.
"We just cannot keep saying this is a long season," Yao said. "We're going to keep saying that everyday and pretty soon you are going to see that we are almost at the playoff season. We need to make an adjustment now. I'm more than just worried or concerned, sometimes it's not understandable (and I'm) a little bit angry about where we stand at, but still I try to be positive.
"I think right now it's not just a one or two (players) can come back and help the team right away. There are some other reasons we are where we are right now."
Hill turns ankle
Rockets forward Jordan Hill left the game in the final minute and was limping later after turning his left ankle after goal tending a Russell Westbrook drive. Hill, who had 12 points and seven rebounds, said he was certain he would play tonight in Dallas.
"It's a little sore, but good to go tomorrow," Hill said. "Just tape it up real tight. I'll be on the floor. Unfortunately, this is the leg I jump off of. It's not going to hold me down."


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Counting Your Way to Success
Yesterday, an auditioning guest-blogger asked "how do you come up with these ideas every day?" Most days it's easy, others challenging, and some days I've got nothing. Today is one of those days. That's why I'm so thankful to have another fun guest post from Melissa Spinella, Services Marketing Manager at Kronos.
In another life, I would have been a teacher. Don't get me wrong, I love my job and have the #bestbossever, but there's nothing better than seeing the joy in someone's face when they finally "get" what you're teaching them.
A couple years ago, I became a Zumba® instructor and discovered that everyone learns in different ways and on their own timetable. Some people like the challenge of just keeping up with you as you do a new routine, while others need some hand-holding and step breakdown so they don't feel overwhelmed and just quit. There are people who thrive in a group setting (like me!), yet there are others who don't want anyone watching them. For me, as a former dancer, counting music comes naturally – I couldn't learn or teach a routine without actively counting out the steps aloud or in my head. My husband is the complete opposite – he swears he can't count music to save his life, but he can "just listen to the music and let it move him." While he may not be actively counting, in essence, his body is doing it for him, whether he wants to admit it or not. Counting music, whether consciously or unconsciously, is the basis from which any dance or routine must start, it's the starting point to learning all the music has to offer.
When it comes to Kronos workforce management, Kronos KnowledgePass is a customer's basis for education. A place where they can prepare for an upgrade, brush up on tasks for year-end, or learn a specific skill for when a colleague is on vacation anytime, anywhere. Worried about how employees will react to a new software solution or an upgrade? Our change management and user adoption services help prepare, evaluate, improve, and support project team members, managers, and staff so they understand the changes ahead. It's all about ensuring our customer's implementation or upgrade starts off on the right foot!


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When Henry Roth published his debut novel Call It Sleep in 1934, it was greeted with considerable critical acclaim though, in those troubled times, lackluster sales. Only with its paperback publication thirty years later did this novel receive the recognition it deserves—--and still enjoys. Having sold-to-date millions of copies worldwide, Call It Sleep is the magnificent story of David Schearl, the "dangerously imaginative" child coming of age in the slums of New York.
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My friends and I play a type of "Poison" game during recess and afterschool. Actually, about 40 of us play in different areas of our yard. I looked up a game called "poison" online, but our game is different.
# of players: 2 or more (alone or in teams)
playing field: a dirt area with a small hole (one to two inches) in the middle and a starting line on one end
*The playing order is determined by a practice shot from the line towards the hole. Whoever is closest or makes it into the hole is first.
*One at a time, each player shoots their marble toward the hole. The first shot is from the line. All other shots are taken from where the marble lands. The goal is to get it into the hole so the the player that makes it in can become "poisoned."
*Only one player can be "poisoned" at a time (or more if teams ) by landing in the hole. Only the" poisoned " marble(s) can get others out by hitting them.
*If someone else gets a marble in the hole, they are the new "poisoned one."
*Other players may hit each other as a part of their strategy.You do get to go again but no one is out. If somehow their marble hits the other marble two times ( if it hits and rolls up a hill and hits the same marlbe while going down) it's called "Double Shots" and you get to shoot your marble two more times.
*If a non - poisoned marble hits the poisoned marble, the non - poisoned marble is out.
* The last marble (or team) in play is the winner. They get to keep all the marbles that were in play from the begining (Except at my school we are not supposed to play for keeps.).
You'd be a big help if you can spread the word with
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Hello! I am back with another Spring-inspired manicure tonight to continue this month's Digit-al Dozen theme! Today's post is one that is special to me. Not because the nail art is spectacular, but because of the person I was inspired by to create this look. More about that in the post below!
This mani is actually about a month overdue. I was originally going to do this during last month's Digit-al Dozen Nail Heroes Week, but the week got away from me. But, since the blogger/artist who inspired it was amazing at florals, I thought Spring was a great opportunity to do it as well!
The base color for this mani is Darling Diva Polish I've Got This, which was created as a custom polish recently for Kelly from Set in Lacquer. It is such a gorgeous red! Kelly is a good friend of mine, and is one amazingly strong woman. She has been battling cancer the last few months and has stayed positive through it all. I love this lady and admire her strength and grace through such a difficult time. Spring is about renewal and everything coming back to life and I feel like that is exactly what this Spring is going to be for Kelly. She is going to feel so alive again!
I used one of Kelly's gorgeous floral manicures as my inspiration, though hers turned out much better than mine! (Click here to see the original mani.)
My flowers didn't turn out nearly as pretty as Kelly's, but she's a floral queen! I did add a wash of colors to the petals to make them more "spring-like." All of the nail art was created with acrylic paint and I topped everything else off with Darling Diva Pryzmatic Topcoat.
Make sure you check out the amazingly talented ladies below!
Thanks for reading and happy polishing!


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In his otherwise very informative posting Thornton writes:
" As far as I am aware, the notion
that 'man' or 'mankind' is exclusive of females is datable ot
sometime in the 1970s when somewhere in the feminist literature and
issue came to be made of these terms."
Let me quote briefly from my Oxford Universal Dictionary (revised edition,
"Man I.1. A human being; = L. homo. OE. and occas. later. ... 2. In generic
sense, without article: The human creature regarded abstractly; hence, the
human race or species, mankind....
II. 1. An adult male person OE. b. generically (without article). The male
human being...."
I take it that the word, "man" has long had two meanings: humankind OR male
persons. I further take it, then, that the argument of the feminists was
against the usage of the term "man" (even if used in the first meaning) by
virtue of it possibly (often?) being read with respect to the second meaning.
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Chartis Names AxiomSL Category Winner for Customer Satisfaction in RiskTech100® 2014 Rankings
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New York – December 19, 2013: AxiomSL, global provider of regulatory reporting and risk management solutions, announced today its inclusion in the 2014 Chartis RiskTech100® rankings. In its eighth edition of the report, Chartis named AxiomSL the winner in the "Customer Satisfaction" category.
Risk management has become increasingly important as the regulatory landscape continues to increase in complexity. It is crucial that firms are able to achieve regulatory compliance in a timely manner while keeping abreast of the changing mandates across the globe. The common trend among regulations, such as Dodd–Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection (Dodd-Frank) Act, European Market Infrastructure Regulation (EMIR) and Basel III, is the drive for increased transparency, data integrity and a new level of granularity required to meet all filing requirements.
"We are delighted to be selected as a top risk technology provider for the RiskTech100® and receive the highest rank in customer satisfaction," said Alex Tsigutkin, CEO, AxiomSL. "As the regulatory landscape continues to evolve, our dynamic, data-driven platform provides customers with the transparency and flexibility they require to manage risk and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions."
The RiskTech100® report evaluates the world's most significant companies in the risk technology sector and is acknowledged globally as the most comprehensive and prestigious study of risk technology providers. In the customer satisfaction category, Chartis evaluated AxiomSL's performance in the below areas:
- Value for money: the price-to-functionality ratio of the solution and the solution's total cost of ownership versus the license price
- After sales service and support: ease of software implementation and both the level of support and quality of training
- Product updates: the frequency of updates, as well as the ability to keep pace with both best practices and important regulatory changes
"AxiomSL received some of the best feedback scores in our end-user surveys and interviews," commented Peyman Mestchian, Managing Partner at Chartis. "Many of AxiomSL's customers commented positively regarding the ease and speed of implementation with a particular focus on data integration and out-of-the-box functionality."
AxiomSL's platform enables strategic enterprise-wide collaborative reporting infrastructure to meet current regulations and serve as the foundation for regulatory reporting environment of the future. Financial institutions leverage AxiomSL's robust solution to meet the numerous industry-wide challenges for new business process model, including automation of complex reporting business logic, data integration, governance and accountability with stringent timeframes. The AxiomSL solution enables seamless integration of multiple systems data models without forcing expensive data transformation into common data formats.
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For those of you keeping up with the competition circuit, you're probably aware of the Sam's Club National BBQ Tour. Sam's Club has partnered with KCBS in putting on a BBQ tournament. Teams compete in 25 local and regional contests throughout the country for the opportunity to travel to Bentonville, AR to compete in a national contest. With over $400,000 in total prize money dispersed at all of the events, many teams jumped at the chance to enter.
I was able to get in and judge at the Greensboro, NC contest. This contest was a feeder to the regional event in Laurel, MD. Thirty teams were present at this event (as is the case for all local Sam's Club events). Since my wife had to be in Raleigh by 9:00am, we decided to carpool. What does this mean? I got there WAY ahead of the 9:30am start for judges check-in. I was able to go around and get a few pictures.
Later that morning, several of us judges assisted in putting together the trophies for this competition.
Now on to the food! Overall, I thought the food was about on par for a good competition. There were some entries that were middle of the road, and there were some entries that were absolutely excellent! Only one of the entries was below what I expected for good competition BBQ.
For the event itself, I was concerned that there would just be the focus on the competition aspect. However, when I arrived, I found at least 3 or 4 different entities there that were either demoing cooking or touting the heavenly qualities of meat. In between judging entries, I peeked outside of the judging area and saw steady crowds checking out the area. So my worries were for naught.
If you want to view more photos taken at the event, you can go to the photo album on my Facebook page. All in all, the event went well! Big thanks to the organizers, Jerry and Joyce Gardner, as well as the KCBS representatives, Don and Debbie Harwell. This event was lucky in that the organizers had ample time to work out any kinks demonstrated at earlier events in the series. Would I want to judge this again? Yeah, I would.


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I worked with landscape designer David Munsey III of Better Lawns and Gardens on my backyard project to make sure the layout and pool were perfect and that my yard was layered with fabulous color all year long. Here are 12 things David and I think are important to keep in mind when planning your landscape design.
1. Know your Zone
Know your Zone. Consult the USDA Hardiness Zone Map, the standard for gardeners and growers to determine which plants are most likely to thrive at any location in the United States. You don't want to waste your money on a warm-weather plant in a colder climate or vice versa.
2. Think Locally
Consider plants that are native to your area. You'll have an automatic win with flowers, shrubs, and trees that are already abundant in your area. For example, in the South we know that azaleas are going to thrive in most yards and often hydrangeas too!
3. Pay Attention to Pathways
If you're creating new beds and plantings, be sure to pay attention to where you already have paths in your yard and stay away from planting there—or add stones or walkways through those beds. If kids or pets (or husbands) are used to walking a certain path, let them continue. Otherwise you'll likely have some smashed plants before everyone is retrained.
4. Keep Height in Mind
Keep height in mind as you plant. You don't want to cover up your gorgeous front window with a tree or shrub that's going to be tall one day. You should consider the growth rate and ultimate size of the plant (height and width), not its size today. And remember that a mix of heights (some lower and others taller) is most interesting.
5. Use Easy Annuals
When you're planting new bushes, shrubs, and trees, be sure to fill in the gaps or create an accent in the front of beds with easy annuals. They'll offer color and life while your long-term plants are putting down roots. Some of our favorites for spring and summer in the South are impatiens, petunias, begonias, and vinca.
6. Consider Architecture
Consider the architecture of your home when developing a landscape plan. For example, if you have a Colonial home like I do, consider evergreen shrubs and more formal plantings. If you have a cottage home, go more casual and natural. My home is a 1960s Colonial with a bit of Hollywood glam out back, so lots of shaped boxwoods and gorgeous hydrangeas were our top choice for this design.
7. What's Your Gardening Style?
Do you prefer low maintenance or do you like to get out and work your green thumb? That will help you decide on the right plants and beds.
8. Make the good times last!
Layer in plants that will offer up color all year long. There is nothing more exciting than to see my 'New Dawn' roses bloom in April, followed by hydrangeas in May, then my azaleas and hydrangea trees in June and July. And my gorgeous pink begonias last from April to September. It's like a symphony of color for months in a row.
9. Use Planters
Use planted containers in your landscape design. They further enhance seasonal or year-round interest. You can establish an evergreen plant in a container to thrive all year in the South and change up the accent color around the base. If you enjoy cooking, plant some vegetables or herbs in a planter or within the landscape so you can walk right out the back door and have access to fresh ingredients.
10. Know the sun!
All plants require different amounts of light to thrive. It is important to know how much sun all the areas of your landscape receive as you embark on creating your landscape design and selecting your plant varieties.
11. Design the Hardscape
Hardscape (meaning the decking or patio material) is a key element to any successful landscape. If an outdoor patio or pool deck is part of your design, weigh your options. Natural stone, concrete pavers, wood decking, or even porcelain tile all have their place in a specific design. Your landscape professional or hardscape supplier can help you decide.
12. Color matters!
Consider the palette of your hardscape materials when planning the overall style of your landscape. Natural colors may work better in some landscapes, while bold colors or black and white (like we chose) work better for others. Don't be afraid to blend colors to fit your style.


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Brain injuries occur when trauma to the head causes damage to the brain. Statistically, there are about 1.5 million Americans who suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) every year. TBIs are classified many different ways, but most basically classified as mild, moderate or severe. The most minor brain injuries usually cause symptoms such as a headache, minor amnesia, and dizziness while severe brain injuries can result in permanent disability and even death. If you or a loved one suffered a TBI because of someone else's negligence or carelessness, you have the legal right to speak with a Houston catastrophic injury attorney at Stern Law Group to see if you have a claim.
The brain is arguably the body's most vital organ, as it controls all five senses: sight, hearing, taste, smell and touch. The brain also controls a person's ability to put sentences together and move their limbs. The senses/faculties a person might lose because of a TBI depends on the area of the brain that was injured and to what degree. If a brain injury is serious enough, a person could partially or totally lose their ability to speak, move, etc. This type of injury has the potential to drastically alter the course of a person's life.
Due to the severe nature of brain injuries, victims could be entitled to compensation in the form of:
- Medical expenses, present and future
- Alternative therapy
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Pain and suffering
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Heading to Boston for the weekend of April 27-28 and suddenly looking to do something outside the city? Gore Place in Waltham is the mansion of an early governor of the state. They'll be holding their 26th annual Sheepsheering Festival on April 27th. It runs from 10 am - 5 pm with tickets $15 per person, kids 12 and under free. In addition to the obvious shearing of the sheep, they have a crafts fair, live music, and historic re-enactors. A fun day for all.
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As a boy I camped out a time or two at Lake Tobesofkee Recreation Area, a nice spot beside a reservoir near Macon, Georgia. The four-syllable name [to-bə-SAF-ki] is a corrupt form of something in the Muskogee (Creek Indian) language. Recently I've done some reading on what the original Muskogee name might have been.
(The Muskogee name applied to a creek, not to the lake. Lake Tobesofkee is one of a series of reservoirs created by damming Tobesofkee Creek in the 1960s.)
First we have variant spellings of the name to deal with. Continue reading "Tobesofkee, a Creek Indian place name in Georgia"


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The idea of RAISING THE BAR started when the 2017 California County Health Rankings were released showing that Marin is ranked higher than 90% of the counties in California for excessive drinking rates. Research indicates that youth are starting alcohol and drug use at an increasingly younger age and that parents play a significant role in their children's decisions regarding alcohol.[1][2]
The goals of RAISING THE BAR are to shift the norms around substance use and encourage the modeling of healthy choices by keeping youth events substance free.
This campaign is not focused on eliminating adult alcohol use from our community; rather we would like to be mindful of our substance use behavior at youth-oriented events.
The Marin Prevention Network has adopted this as a key strategy. Efforts have already begun in Ross Valley to address this issue.
We hope that you join in RAISING THE BAR and support local youth organizations, sports teams and parents to positively influence community norms!