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It was the moment Rachel Sexton had been waiting for, ever since she found out Notre Dame would be joining the Atlantic Coast Conference.
Boston College was the site of the ACC tournament this year, and on April 24 the Fighting Irish women's lacrosse team was squaring off against Syracuse, the top-ranked team in the country. Finally, she was home.
Well, close enough. Chestnut Hill isn't exactly Sudbury, but for Sexton it would suffice. After spending the last two years in South Bend, she had returned to play a game in her home state. For the few miles that remained, Sudbury would come to her.
The welcoming committee consisted of over 15 members of her family, countless friends, and, on top of that, the entire Lincoln-Sudbury girls lacrosse team. When Sexton walked out on the field, she was met with a raucous ovation loud enough to make the sophomore attack blush.
"I was incredibly embarrassed in the moment," said Sexton with a laugh. "But it was really cool. Just to see all of them there and see how much support I had. I'm all the way out in Indiana a thousand miles away from home. To be able to go to Boston and just see the girls that I played with and to see the support, it was nice to know they all really care and want the best for me."
Among those in the Sexton section was Rachel's brother, John, a lacrosse standout like his sister who recently graduated from L-S and will also attend Notre Dame to play lacrosse next season. It was the first time he saw his sister take the field for the Irish.
"It was a big family event," said John. "It was cool to see her not only play at that level, but compete at that level with a passion."
Despite the pregame excitement, a victory wasn't in the cards for the Irish. The Orange proved to be too powerful, and overwhelmed Notre Dame in a 16-11 decision. Sexton was held scoreless, a disappointing end to a day that had started so well. But her year wasn't over.
Notre Dame qualified for the NCAA tournament, and on May 9 the Irish took the field for a first round matchup against High Point. Sexton had one of the best games of her season, scoring four goals in her first tournament appearance, an 18-4 victory.
She followed with three more goals against Duke in the second round, another impressive performance. Unfortunately, it would also be her last of the spring, as the Irish fell to the Blue Devils 10-8, bringing an end to the season. Sexton's high level of play did little to ease the sting of defeat.
"It was a game we thought we could have won if we executed," said Sexton. "With or without the production it was our last game. It was just tough all around."
Still, it was a strong finish to what was a season-long breakout campaign for the sophomore.
As a freshman, Sexton joined a group at attack that featured a strong core of six seniors. Playing time was scarce, and she saw the field in only six games, logging three goals and a single assist.
"It was a good time for me to reflect on what I needed to do so that I could play because that was the ultimate goal," said Sexton. "I wanted to play and be an impact player, and I needed to watch and learn what my teammates and coaches told me so I could contribute to the team from my sophomore year forward."
When the season began, it seemed she had the answer. In the season-opening matchup against Michigan, Sexton eclipsed her total goal output as a freshman, scoring four in a 19-7 victory. She had arrived.
Sexton went on to start all 19 games for the Irish, ranking second on the team with 33 goals and third in overall points with 40.
"I think a lot of what allowed me to be successful this year was probably the confidence I gained in my stick skills and my ability on the field," said Sexton. "As a whole unit on attack we were very balanced, we set each other up well. Production was easy in that respect, because my teammates made it easy for me."
Notre Dame graduated just two seniors form this past season, making the Irish a serious threat in the ACC going forward. And Sexton only figures to take on an even more active role as a junior. She's staying at school over the summer, dedicating herself to an offseason training program.
By the time the fall rolls around, South Bend should feel even more like home. She'll have her brother there with her, as he joins a men's team that also came up just short of Duke, its heartbreaking loss coming in the national championship.
"I'm incredibly excited for John to get here," said Sexton. "I think it's a special place and I don't think you understand it fully until you get on campus. But he definitely values the athletic excellence, the academic excellence and the competitiveness Notre Dame brings."
Rachel never had to do much lobbying. John committed as a sophomore, before she ever arrived on campus. Still, it helped knowing his big sister would be there with him.
"It's cool to know we were able to do something like that," said John. "We both played lacrosse at a pretty young age. We've always been really competitive and she was never really afraid to challenge me. She's kept me motivated and I think I've kept her motivated too."
They've pushed each other a long way, about 1,000 miles from home. On the biggest stage of their respective careers, there's no reason for that to change now.
And who knows where it will take them next.
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It was the moment Rachel Sexton had been waiting for, ever since she found out Notre Dame would be joining the Atlantic Coast Conference.


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To Fix Up or Trade Up, That is the Question
I can't speak for where you live, but here in Texas you would wind up with a "salvage title" if you kept the car and had it fixed. And no one wants a car with a salvage title, so you would have to keep it yourself and drive it until the wheels fell off. Just another data point to enter into your calculations.
I had a similar incident about 2.5 years ago, I decided to take the money and say goodbye to the old car.0
Yes, definitely a consideration, the "salvage" stamp on the title---of course, after a certain age, it doesn't matter as much.
Best thing one can do if forced to drive a car with a salvage title, is to make a photo record of the damage so as to re-assure people----unless of course it really was an awful wreck, then don't DO that!0
...best defense is an independent appraisal, but that costs almost as much money as you are trying to gain in the first place.
Exactly, which is also why hiring a lawyer also makes no sense when the difference in dispute is a only a few hundred dollars.
I checked the NADA price guide and mentioned to the supervisor of the insurance adjuster that the value was several hundred more than their settlement offer. He responded that his company doesn't go by the values published in the guides, but, rather, by their own evaluation of comparables . How convenient!0
Did you see these "comparables"? Remember, they are obligated to pick cars in your geographical area.0
My 2006 Malibu needs at least $3000 worth of work and has 350,000km on the odometer. It hasn't been bad on gas - been getting 32mpg on my commute (I drive 75% highway, 25% city).
I am trying to decide whether to fix the Malibu or get a decent used hybrid so the better mileage gas savings can go towards the monthly payments.
So far I have found:
a nicely maintained 2009 Honda Civic Hybrid with 100,000 km on it and a brand new battery.
an in decent shape 2007 Prius with 90,000 km on it.
They are both $10,500 CDN.
Not sure what to do. They get about the same highway mileage (as posted by EPA and average user claims). Prius gets better in-town of course, but I don't do that much city driving.
The Civic Hybrid looks great, but I am nervous about the recent battery lifespan claims since the battery is $2000+ and the new battery means the old one was replaced after just 100,000 km. Some people are claiming theirs died at around the 30,000km mark. Yikes!
What could I expect in ongoing maintenance for the 2007 Prius or the 2009 Civic Hybrid?
(That will help me decide which will be the most economical including payments, gas and expected maintenance costs).
And, what kind of mileage would I realistically get with the Prius (including winter driving commuting across South Western Ontario with very little stop-and-go traffic? i.e. not Toronto)
FYI - The Malibu is costing me an average of $1700 a year to maintain (primarily replacing brake pads, rotors, tie rods, etc. due to the 40,000 km I drive each year).
p.s. Sorry for the cross-post. I just found this Fix Up or Trade Up thread :blush:0
I don't really work in Canadian, but that's north of 200k miles on the Malibu, I think. In which case, I wouldn't put that kind of money into it. Sounds like it owes you nothing.
As for your choices, which car do you like better? If I could live with it, I'd probably opt for the Prius based on reliability and lower current miles.
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yeah the Prius would be my choice, too---the "new" battery in your Civic will only be warrantied for 36,000 miles.
However, it's going to take you a long time to justify the expense of the Prius based solely on the improved gas mileage. You'll probably be getting 42 mpg rather than 32 mpg. That's only going to be about 100 to 125 gallons of gas saved for every 20000km you drive.0
your right about it being north of 200k. In fact it is just north of 350,000km on the odometer. How many Miles can we expect this Malibu to last if we keep it?0
Tricky question. You can keep it for 1 million km if you're willing to keep fixing it :P
It's my opinion that the modern automobile is pretty much at the end of its useful lifespan at 225,000 miles. In other words, sure, you may see some still running, and doing really well out there, but statistically, at the 225,000 mile mark, that car is essentially an 85 year old man playing tennis on a hot day after smoking a pack of cigarettes and eating a cheeseburger.0
Creative analogy!0
an 85 year old man playing tennis on a hot day after smoking a pack of cigarettes and eating a cheeseburger.
I hope that's me, some day.. (minus the cigarettes.. )
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It's my opinion that the modern automobile is pretty much at the end of its useful lifespan at 225,000 miles.
I would agree with MrShift on this one. If you (the car owner) are not having problems, then you shouldn't necessarily run out and replace it right now, immediately, post haste. But if you're already having problems, and the vehicle is over 200k miles, well...
I was talking with a friend just the other day. He has a 2005 Dodge 1500, which he has owned since new. Top of the line, 4 doors, Hemi engine, leather, etc. The truck has been very good to him / for him, but it's now at 230k miles. The red paint is fading, and scratched and dinged in a number of places. The leather on the driver's seat needs replacing.
He was asking about the cost of "a good paint job, not a Maaco" and getting the seat reupholstered. I quoted him a couple of prices ($3 to $5k for the paint, $550 to reupholster one leather seat), and then told him he should really be thinking about a new truck. If he spends $4 or $5 thousand on this one, how is he going to feel when the transmission falls out next month?0
fred_martin Posts: 3Hi guys. Less than 1 years ago we chose Honda Jazz for my wife. And now it has some problems with the brake. A mechanic has advised us to change centric front disc for smth like that one http://www.carpartkings.com/centric-front-disc-brake-hub-124-65003.html
But I am confused, the car is bought 10 months ago, and it already has such problems.. Maybe we should just get rid of it and choose another one, what do you think? Please share your experience connected with Honda brake.0
I'm pretty confused, too.
So you have a car not sold in the US, but your mechanic wants you to buy parts from a company in the US, and what you've linked is a hub, which has nothing to do with the brakes, and its a hub for a Ford F250, to boot.
In any case, without knowing the year of your Honda or how many miles you put on in 10 months or what type of driving your wife does, it is tough to say whether they wore out early or not.
I almost never replace parts with the same that it came with from the factory. For the most part, on your more mundane and inexpensive vehicles, manufacturers are using the parts that are just good enough to get the job done so they can keep costs down. You can almost always find superior parts on the aftermarket.
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Age old question...
Problem is most TCO calculators consider depreciation and interest, etc. If I buy another car, I'd pay cash for a 1-owner vehicle around 5 years old.
Current vehicle is 2003 Lexus RX300 with 230,000 miles on it.
Entire brake line was replaced at 100,000 miles.
Engine was replaced due to bad bearings in oil line at 130,000 miles.
Motor mount has been replaced.
I'd have to look through to see what all else major has been replaced.
Now I've been told I have a bad CV joint (clicking around turns), transmission pan leak (they've been telling me this for a while but I guess now it's critical), power steering leak at pump, somthing else in power steering gearbox, and an oil line leak.
Option A - only so much can go wrong with a car. Body is perfect. Get a second opinion, repair as needed, and go on.
Option B - sell the Lexus and put cost of quoted repairs toward cash for a 1-owner vehicle that's about 5 years old. I drive 12-15,000 miles per year. Better fuel efficiency would mean roughly $500 is gas savings annually. Car ins would likely not change much.
Option C - wait until Lexus completely craps out, then take spouse's 2006 Prius and get spouse a junker (spouse works from home/ drives less than 5000 miles per year)
Option D - something else?0
Dealer estimate is $4000 for repairs. I'm going to quote this out since the car is old enough to not directly benefit from the Lexus warranty program - although all previous work was by Lexus dealer.
I'm hoping to get the repairs under $3000 by finding used parts and not using dealer service center labor.0
I think I would unload that Lexus and buy something with fewer miles. 230k miles is (in my opinion) getting really close to end-of-life for most cars.0
Michaell ColoradoPosts: 121,743230k miles is (in my opinion) getting really close to end-of-life for most cars.
+1. $4K is a lot to invest into a car with that many miles.
As to which option to take regarding a new vehicle - get something a few years old and drive it into the ground like you did with the Lexus.
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Question that we might ask, to give us a different view: Would you buy a very clean, mechanically perfect 2003 RX for $4,000, even with 230K on it?
I bet most people would.
So I'd base this decision upon the cost of replacement.
We could ask---is $4000 worth another (tops) 45,000 miles?
On that basis, the answer is:..........................:)
IFFY I'd say this is one of those cases where either way is okay. Fix or trade, you flip the coin.0
>Would you buy a very clean, mechanically perfect 2003 RX for $4,000, even with 230K on it? >
No way! I would see it as at the end of its useful life. And a gas hog to boot.
What kind of vehicle would you replace it with? Another large SUV type, midsize sedan, hatch, compact? Probably any of them would get better fuel economy and would definitely have many more features that what you have now.'14 Buick Encore Convenience
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But we are talking about a 2003 RX that was all fixed up---in other words, it would get your mechanic's seal of approval prior to purchase.
You can't buy much for 4000 these days---beaters, mostly.0
It's still one hiccup from needing another $4000 of work... no matter what my esteemed mechanic says..
Nothing is more expensive to maintain than a cheap luxury vehicle..
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Cheaper than $600 a month car payments.0
I don't think anyone here is advocating a new car for $600 per month. Certainly I'm not.
I'm saying sell the Lexus for $2500, add the $3000 you were going to spend on the repairs, and for $5500 buy a used car with half the miles.
And if you did go crazy and wanted to get something new -- how about one of those really cheap leases for a Civic or a Jetta? With that $5500 down, your lease payments shouldn't run more than $150 per month, tops. Which will probably be a lot less than the ongoing repairs for the 230k Lexus.0
>And a gas hog to boot.
What kind of vehicle would you replace it with? Another large SUV type...<
"Option B - sell the Lexus and put cost of quoted repairs toward cash for a 1-owner vehicle that's about 5 years old. I drive 12-15,000 miles per year. Better fuel efficiency would mean roughly $500 is gas savings annually. Car ins would likely not change much."
There are several 2008 Mazda5 (6-seater) available in my area in the $6000-7000 range.
I average 20mpg usually in the Lexus. Been down to 18-19 since the O2 sensor started going bad. Mazda5 average 27mpg anecdotally.
I'm not really interested in features. I'm not a fan of the Prius and I most certainly do not like the 2014 ES350 Lexus gave as a loaner. I had a 5-speed 1997 honda civic before having kids. Just need something comfortable to get the family around town. I'd prefer a 6-seater but we've been doing just fine with 5-seaters.
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I question these repair estimates, first of all (I mean the quotes from the dealer). I would think an indie shop could re-assess what's going on and come up with a much cheaper bill. I didn't see anything in there that should cost $4000 bucks---a CV joint is just bolting in an "axle kit" (if that's even the "click"), a power steering pump is a nut and bolt job, and a small oil leak? So what---snug it up see what happens.
Buying any replacement used car that's out of warranty is just a case of " fire meet frying pan".0
I definitely want to quote out the repairs. No doubt about it.
Here's a more specific breakdown for OEM Lexus labor. They're all very high.
Transmission pan replacement- $340
Power Steering pump and pressure line - $1420
Replace entire steering rack - $1320
CV Joint and axle - $400
Oxygen sensor - $480
Ignore oil leak for now.
I'm certain I could find an independent mechanic and used parts for much less. Having had time to think it all through - I imagine I could get it all done for about $2000.
Then the only thing that hasn't been replaced on the car is the transmission. Body is perfect. I'll probably need break pads in about a year. Water pump and timing belt in two years.
What's the cost of running a car until it simply can't be repaired any more versus taking a risk on a $6000 5 year old car with about 120,000 miles?
Seems like I could sell the lexus now for $2000 ($2500 for rough condition private party according to edmunds appraiser). Versus pour how many thousands into it each year and hope for 2-3 more years then not be able to sell it for anything.
The Prius got great gas milage when it was needed for a 180-mile daily commute. Now spouse works from home and seriously drives less than 5000 miles annually. I don't like the Prius. I don't want to be its primary driver. But I've done more unspeakable things in the name of frugality...
PS - I bought the lexus 4 years old an I have done all the maintenance by the book at the dealer over the last 6 years. I'm really hoping these issues are the result of putting so many miles on it and not the dealer service center neglecting necessary maintenance. Surely the first measly 50K on the engine before I bought her couldn't have been a time bomb.0
By features I meant safety features, which are standard on most cars now. "A 1-owner vehicle" doesn't say much about what kind of vehicle you want. Your options are pretty determined by the small amount of $$ you have to spend. I take it you don't want a car payment. For that amount down you could get a new compact car with a very low interest rate. Or you could buy a used compact and save up for the SUV you want.
Repairs on a Lexus are likely more expensive than on a Toyota. CV boots were around $2-300 on my Mazda around 10 years ago, so $400 isn't surprising. I just wouldn't put any more $$ into such a high-mileage car.'14 Buick Encore Convenience
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"Cheaper than $600 a month car payments."
Probably not.... you could easily have $10K sunk into the car, counting present value, current repairs and near future repairs.... and, still end up with a non-roadworthy car in less than a year.... With it already having 230K miles, I'd put that probability at 50%..
Would I buy any car with 230K miles? No...
Of course, there are plenty of alternatives to a $600 car payment.. We have a 2011 G37X lease that is $378/mo., tax included.... sans downpayment.. That's not a Honda Civic, either...
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Previously, Broadcom's 802.11n silicon was fabbed on a 130nm or 180nm process and had the chip's functions spread across more than one die. Moving to a 65nm process will lead to cheaper chips and better battery life, with Mukai saying that hardware using the BCM4322 will see power savings of over 50 percent.
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This time last year, fresh off a sickening 4-12 season and the long-anticipated firing of one of the best coaches in franchise history, we watched as the Eagles spun their wheels in a coaching search. Fresh off being rejected by some of their top candidates, the organization seemed to be turning toward Gus Bradley, although interviews with Bruce Arians, Brian Kelly, and rumblings about Ken Whisenhunt cast an ominous cloud over the proceedings. It wouldn't be until January 16th that Oregon's belle finally came back around and agreed to a surprise contract in Philadelphia.
Chip Kelly's arrival was met with lots of fanfare, and more than a few skeptics. I won't bother to link to those old columns written about the "college coach" and his "gimmick offense," but suffice it to say that no one's a skeptic now. If anything, we're still underestimating the job he did in his first year. Before the season began, I found all 113 teams in Football Outsiders' database that finished 20th or worse in both offensive and defensive DVOA. Those bad teams had an average overall DVOA improvement of +11.9% in their next season. Kelly's Eagles, as it stands now, posted a +37.8% increase, the third-largest jump on record.
But with an early bounce from the playoffs, the long offseason looms and more changes are inevitable. In today's NFL, huge improvement can always be followed by huge disappointment. In my opinion, the Eagles are much more likely to add to, grow from, and improve off of their 2013 success. But that's far from guaranteed. Here's where the team goes from here:
1. Prune The Dead Wood
Being only a year away from a 4-12 season, there are still a number of players on the Eagles roster who shouldn't be around at training camp next year, whether for reasons of age, performance, or both. Let's do a quick roundup of the top targets.
- Todd Herremans: Even moving back to guard this season didn't seem to halt the Toddfather's decline. He's not the worst guard in the league, but Herremans was the weakest link on the offensive line and you can't expect him to get better heading into his age-32 season. Maybe you offer a restructured contract and the chance to compete for his job, but guard is one of the more fungible starting positions in the league. Time to see if there's a younger, less expensive backup who can take over.
- Trent Cole: The Eagles' longtime DE-turned-OLB passed Clyde Simmons for second place on the Eagles all time sack list with a late season revival. Like Herremans, Cole is heading into his age-32 season and the third year of a contract extension. Despite his resurgence in the second half of the season, Cole never fully adjusted to his linebacker role and couldn't rescue the Eagles' moribund pass rush. We wish him the best, but it's time to move on.
- Brent Celek: Another member of the old guard, Celek turns 29 before the end of the month. He proved his worth blocking, made some key receptions down the stretch, and finished with his highest DVOA since 2008. But Zach Ertz figures to replace him more and more as the down-the-field tight end. Celek is probably still a useful player on this team for his versatility, but he's not worth the $4 million salary he's due next year. Prime (Stache) restructure candidate.
- James Casey: That was always a one year deal, disguised as three years. Not a bad blocker (and the Eagle could use an H-Back/FB from time to time), but barely saw the field the field for anything else. He probably would rather seek his fortune elsewhere too, although maybe he comes back on a reduced salary as the 3rd TE.
- Jason Avant: While Riley Cooper and DeSean Jackson had big DVOA improvement, Avant was one of the few Eagles offensive players to decline this year. He had perhaps his worse season statistically in at least 5 years. Love the leadership, but Avant's not sticking around.
- Patrick Chung: Another guy on a fake 3 year deal who should and will be cut posthaste.
- Alex Henery: I'll go into depth on this once I can crunch more numbers, but Henery isn't worth keeping for beans.
2. Keep An Eye On
There are difficult decisions elsewhere too. Would be surprised if any are cut this offseason, but the team has reason to examine these relationships closely.
- DeMeco Ryans: Leader of the defense and stout run defender who's a major liability in coverage. Turns 29 this summer and has a contract that's easy to do away with. Don't think you cut him yet, but the conversation about the future has to happen.
- Cary Williams & Bradley Fletcher: Let's consider the two corners together. Using a broad stat like passer rating, both of these players were middle of the pack. On a good defense, each is probably a solid #2 corner. They're not going to shut down the other team's top receiver one-on-one, but they'll hold their own against most everyone else and get their share of victories. The question is how highly you value that kind of production. Both Williams and Fletcher have salaries that spike substantially in 2014. Do you let one go to make room for Brandon Boykin? Do you keep them both around another year and draft replacement(s)? Could a restructure/extension be on the table?
- Brandon Graham & Vinny Curry: Both are young and relatively inexpensive, so they probably get another year in this 3-4 transition. But if the right offer came along, Graham especially could be on the block.
- Jason Peters: Nothing big here but he's entering the final year of his contract. Peters was named to his fifth All-Pro team but looked like he lost a step. Eagles hope to already have his replacement on the roster (Lane Johnson), but we can't rule out an extension if he proves he's still capable. Remember, Tra Thomas manned the left tackle spot in Philly until he was 34.
- DeSean Jackson: His salary goes up by over 50% in 2014. Hopefully both he and the team are happy with that. Or not.
3. Are They Worth Keeping?
Retaining your own free agents can be tricky, but this year there aren't too many questions. The big decisions come at wide receiver.
- Jeremy Maclin: The biggest name on this list comes with a huge "What If?" label following his ACL tear last August. I was on record for a Maclin contract extension before the injury and still want him back. The question is how healthy he is and what kind of money he's looking for. The market for wide receivers isn't especially deep, but you don't often see guys get big money coming off knee injuries. A one-year deal with the Eagles might make sense for both sides.
- Riley Cooper: The wide receiver went from racist problem-child to key contributor quickly. He has size, blocks well, and adjusts to deep balls better than most. But on a good team he's a 3rd or 4th wide receiver, and I wouldn't pay him more than that because he'll never be someone who can consistently beat single-coverage. In other words, let him test the market (where there may not be much interest) and only resign him at a backup rate.
- Michael Vick: If he resigns himself to taking a paycheck as a backup, there are worse places to do it than Philadelphia. But maybe he's looking for one last shot at a starting role, and he could get it with the Jets, Jaguars, or somewhere else.
- Donnie Jones: Fantastic job this season. Sign the man.
- Nate Allen: Actually became the best member of the safety corps, which just shows how bad the safeties were. Let him walk.
- Kurt Coleman: Bye.
- Colt Anderson: Never going to be a competent safety, but still a great special teams player. Bring him back and let him compete.
4. Seek Improvement From Youngsters
The last two drafts have been tremendously successful for the Eagles, and they have more than a handful of young players who are forming a new backbone to this team. Their improvement (or decline) will largely decide how the team does in 2014 and beyond. It will also determine who deserves contract extensions and who might not be worth the trouble.
- On defense, the young studs are Brandon Boykin, Mychal Kendricks, and Fletcher Cox. They've all shown flashes, but where is the ceiling? Meanwhile, Bennie Logan and Earl Wolff will be given every opportunity to win starting jobs, but both need to make big leaps this offseason.
- On offense you're looking at Lane Johnson, who had a successful rookie season by mostly avoiding making news. All eyes will be on him next year, to see if he can take over at left tackle after Jason Peters. Zach Ertz also seems inline for a big year as the featured tight end in 2014.
- Nick Foles' offseason matters the most. I'm not convinced he's a franchise quarterback, but he played like one in 2013. Defenses will study him intently next year, and he's unlikely to maintain his fantastic interception rate. Can he improve in other areas to maintain an edge? Foles has earned the benefit of the doubt, but we will find out.
- As for backups: guys like Bryce Brown, Chris Polk, Dennis Kelly, Damion Square, Najee Goode, and Matt Barkley need to prove they're worth trusting. Does Casey Matthews get another year? What about Curtis Marsh, Roc Carmichael, and Julian Vandervelde? Lots of question marks.
5. Identify Obvious Roster Holes
Last offseason, the Eagles had gaping holes across the defense. They drafted a smattering of young players (Wolff, Logan), and added low-to-mid price veterans (Barwin, Williams, Fletcher, Chung, Sopoaga). Due to the relative success of that plan, there aren't as many problem spots as there were a year ago. Here are the main starting spots that need help.
- Safety: It's easy to imagine a future where Wolff is the only guy left from last year, and he's certainly not a sure thing. Major upgrade still needed here.
- Pass Rusher: The Eagles need to generate more of a pass rush. Some of that could come from improvement along the defensive line. But a dynamic pass rushing outside linebacker might make the biggest difference of anyone on the team.
- Wide Receiver: At the very least you bring back Riley Cooper, but ideally you're looking at someone more dynamic across from DeSean. Plus, a new slot receiver to replace Avant would be nice.
- Kicker: Forget field goals for a second. You need a kicker who can consistently reach the end zone on kickoffs.
- Nose Tackle: Logan may be the guy, but my lasting memory of him from 2013 will be the Saints blowing him off the line of scrimmage.
- Guard: If you jettison Herremans.
6. Plan For The Future
While you're logging the problems the team faces right now, it's also time to take stock of the future. Where will the team have holes a year or two from now?
- Cedric Thornton is an exclusive-rights free agent (meaning he can't negotiate with anyone else). One of the few eligible players on the roster probably worth a long term extension.
- Can't count on 30-something offensive linemen to stay healthy in the short term or sustain performance long term. Grab more depth on the offensive line.
- Draft a quarterback. Always draft a quarterback.
- Kendricks looks like a keeper, but Ryans may not have more than a year left. Time to get another young middle linebacker.
- Boykin is probably a long term answer at cornerback, given his stellar performance in the slot. But tied to the Williams & Fletcher questions above, drafting more corners should be high on the list.
7. Find Difference-Makers In Free Agency
Building through the draft is great, but being active at the top of the free agent market is also important. I'm not talking about bringing in another Nnamdi Asomugha, but the Eagles will have plenty of cap space and few in-house players to spend it on. Howie Roseman and company must identify a few key players who can come in and not only fix problem spots in the short term, but are also good long term bets. Some candidates...
- Jairus Byrd: If the Bills safety makes it to free agency, he'll command top dollar. You'd rather he wasn't going into his age-28 season, but he's an All-Pro caliber player still in his prime who would immediately lock down one of the Eagles' safety spots.
- TJ Ward: Fellow second-team All-Pro safety may be slightly less expensive than Byrd. He's also nearly a year younger. Would be a great get.
- Eric Decker: Again, I'd rather just bring Maclin back. But Decker is a much better version of Riley Cooper (albeit at a significant markup). There's also the underachieving Hakeem Nicks out there
- Julian Edelman: Probably can go cheaper in the Avant-replacement department, but there aren't many better slot guys when healthy. Maybe Chip wants more upgrade here.
- Brian Orakpo: Who knows what's going on in D.C. these days? Elite pass rushers don't come cheap, but Orakpo would fit right into a key role on the Eagles defense.
- Donald Butler: If he makes to the open market, you could grab San Diego's young stud middle linebacker and jettison Ryans earlier than planned.
8. Refine The Scheme
To be fair, this is more than one-eighth of the offseason agenda, but it's the one that's least conditional on specific player debates. No matter who the Eagles bring back and who they add, the coaches have to adjust and prepare for a new season.
Chip's offense lit up the league, and ended up second only to Peyton Manning's Broncos on the DVOA chart. He'll be on every defensive coordinator's To-Do list this offseason. I have confidence in the head coach, since he's shown the ability to adjust his offense to two quarterbacks with opposite skill sets. But Kelly needs to stay a step ahead. Defenses stymied some of his schemes, and in some areas he became too predictable by the end of the season (see Cowboys and Saints defenders reading nearly every screen). New weapons will help on that front, but so will new wrinkles. I'm looking forward to seeing what he draws up in 2014.
When you switch to defense and special teams, it's worth noting that the team finished in nearly the same place as 2012 according to DVOA. The defense improved slightly, but there's still a long way to go. Patient, accurate quarterbacks (a species the Eagles were lucky to avoid for long stretches of the season) tore this defense apart with its weakness in coverage down the middle, complete lack of pass rush, and horrible missed tackles. Again, personnel was often at fault there, and this was only year one of a defensive scheme shift. But the scheme can't be as predictable going forward either. Time for Billy Davis to prove he can lead the unit to a renaissance.


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I have purchased many Gerald Lund audio books. I love all of his writing. However, I can't handle The narrator. He sounds like a computer generated voice played in slow motion. I am really bugged because I want to listen to this book...but am struggling to put up with such a boring monotone voice. Always listen to a sample before you buy any audio book from anyone.
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I was kind of surprised when I started reading that this book went back in time from the last one I finished, The Storm Descends. I had just finished that one and was just a little confused as I started reading this one. But as soon as I realized that it was just continuing the story started in Only the Brave, I was okay.
I loved reading more about Mitch and Edie. They are great characters, I loved the way the author lets us see more about their life together and the things that they would have done.
One of my very favorite parts is where the young ladies are riding horses and they get caught by their church leaders. The public apology had me laughing so hard.
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An excellent novel based on historical facts of the San Juan Pioneers. An exciting fictional story weaved in with historical facts and people. You will come away with a greater appreciation for all of those who have come before and have blazed a trail to make our lives a little easier. Loved the book!
I enjoyed reading this book about the early southern Utah pioneers. It was very informative, especially the notes at the end of a lot of chapters, giving more information about the incidents covered. However, it took me a little time to get used to this method of setting up the chapters. I feel it slowed down the action a little. I haven't read any of his books before, so if this is his usual method of writing historical fiction, I was unprepared. I liked this book so much that I purchased the others in the series. I would recommend this book. We will be traveling in a few weeks to Moab and wish we had time to explore Monticello.
Amazing! Gerald Lund certainly has a wonderful way of writing historical fiction. It is easy to love and truly care about those early pioneer families that were sent to settle south eastern Utah. My emotions were on a roller coaster ride as we went with them as they suffered so many tragedies and sorrows and then also the many joys and successes they also experienced. .Unable to stop listening "To Soar with Eagles" I was a little sad when it ended, but I am very grateful that it ended on such a positive note. I am hoping that there will be a lot ore to come from Brother Lund.
Once again, Gerald Lund captures you on the first page! What a delight to continue reading the story about the Pioneers in the south-eastern part of Utah!!!! Hated for it to end - but it was such a positive ending! Loved it!!!
To Soar With Eagles by Gerald N. Lund is another example of his tremendous skill of weaving a fictional family into historical events. The story of the San Juan Mission pioneers through grit, faith and tenacity outlasted the lawless cowboys, Ute Indians and the US government; to cause the desert to bloom like a rose. I couldn't put it down! I especially appreciated the notes at the end of each chapter annotating where the historical sources were discovered to give such fine detail to his story. I have realized that my personal story will matter to my grandchildren, so I need to write it down! Thank you for a great read!
Gerald Lund once again weaves a wonderful story full of actual events in our pioneer history. Beautifully written with grace, sensitivity, yet those real touches of reality to how life really was for our pioneer forefathers. Enjoyable read!
"Life is sometimes easy. At other times it can be very hard. And that's life." The simple yet profound testimony of the character we've grown to love and admire, Edna Rae or more commonly known as Edie, in Gerald N. Lund's historical novel "To Soar with Eagles". Lund has remarkably woven history, and brought many journal entries to life, of experiences the settlers of San Juan County and the lives this novel revolves around as he carries us onward through their journey with the fictional families of the Zimmer's and Westland's. It is written in a way that draws the reader into the lives of the characters and causes you to truly care about them. Knowing that much of what happens to them is coming from the actual daily lives of the early settlers gives a glimpse into what it took to be a pioneer. Battling severe weather, trying to keep the peace as well as build trusting relationships with the Indians, enduring the torment of the local cattlemen and the loss of loved ones were some of the more difficult challenges of the day for these early Latter Day Saints settlers of the San Juan County. They received blessings of joy, friendship and beauty within the land as they followed their undying desire to do the Lord's will as they build a community for others to look to and join. The epilogue is "the frosting on the cake" as the novel itself would have been complete without it... but, as frosting goes, it adds sweetness and pleasure being an encouragement to those reading to continue with the legacy these early pioneers have so carefully carved out of faith, hope, and charity! Their strength, faith and fortitude is an example to all as Gerald Lund honors them, the early settlers of San Juan County, through the writing of this touching novel.


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FLORENCE, Italy — The Medicis met the Kardashians here as reality TV star Kim Kardashian married rapper Kanye West on Saturday in a 16th century fortress built by the fabled Florentine family.
Kardashian, 33, wore a Givenchy dress to wed before a wall of white flowers at the Forte di Belvedere, with opera star Andrea Bocelli and singer John Legend serenading about 200 guests flown in by private jet.
As the sun set over Florence, family members, music industry notables and TV stars sat at a marble table in which their names were purported to have been inscribed in gold. Dishes dusted with edible gold leaf were complemented by $80 bottles of lush Brunello di Montalcino wine.
It was a scene that might have been appreciated by the more extravagant members of the Medici clan, who ran the city for centuries, married into royalty and produced popes including Leo X, who painted a young boy head to toe in gold to parade before him when he entered Florence.
One guest said on Sunday that the Kardashian-West nuptials reflected their status as nobles of the reality TV age.
"This is our royalty," said Andre Leon Talley, a Vogue contributor. "Kanye West redefined high society this weekend."
West, 36, flew his guests into Florence for the wedding because his daughter by Kardashian was conceived in the city, but the rapper has also been studying fashion here with local designer Ermanno Scervino.
For their part, Florentines over 30 were generally unaware of the couple — or like many Americans, still confused why Kardashian is famous. The town council appeared to take a blasé view, putting up posters warning neighbors of "a social dinner with musical accompaniment."
Prince Ottaviano de' Medici di Toscana, a descendant of the Medicis, said he was furious that the fortress his ancestors built was being used as a "ball room," even if the couple were sweetening the deal with a 300,000 euro (about $410,000) check to the council.
Mobs of teenagers waited behind cordons at the fort and camped outside the hotels hosting guests. Of the dozens of journalists in town for the event, the more intrepid discovered they could stand in Florence's Boboli Gardens and peer through a back gate toward the fortress entrance to see the arrival of guests, who said they had signed nondisclosure agreements and would not reveal details of the event.
Rich Wilkerson Jr., a pastor from Trinity Church in Miami, officiated the ceremony, People magazine said. Reports before the wedding speculated that Jay Z was to be best man, but on Sunday the Associated Press reported that the wedding party consisted of Kim's sisters Kourtney and Khloe Kardashian and her half-sisters Kylie and Kendall Jenner.
Airspace over the fortress was shut down while arriving guests were frisked and asked to give up their cellphones. But one local newspaper on Sunday offered crystal-clear pictures of the bride and groom exchanging vows, proving the country that gave the world paparazzi still has what it takes.
The day before, the couple celebrated in Paris and arranged for the closure of the Palace of Versailles for their pre-wedding party. Among the guests reported by E!, the network that carries the reality show "Keeping Up With the Kardashians": film director Steve McQueen, magician David Blaine, tennis star Serena Williams and fashion designers Valentino and Alexander Wang.
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"Nashville's" singers, songwriters and superstars struggle to reconcile their public and private realities. Some will fight to climb to—or stay on—the top. Some will succumb to their own ambition. And all will learn how to survive in the wake of loss—proving that music may be at the heart of Music City, but drama always reigns.
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On the series finale, Rayna resorts to drastic measures when she learns that Maddie has crossed paths with a duplicitous figure from her past.
After nearly two decades, Rayna and Deacon face the facts of their storied and often tempestuous relationship
Rayna makes a last-ditch effort to protect her oldest daughter from the perils that befall young artists.
Rayna and Deacon fight to regain the trust of a determined Maddie as she seeks independence.
Rayna and Deacon try everything they can think of to reunite with Maddie and avoid court.
Rayna and Deacon are distraught when Maddie runs away from home, and Juliette is threatened by Avery's connection to Layla.
The Exes find navigating their newfound fame tricky business when they go out on the road with Autumn Chase.
A familiar face—Juliette Barnes—finally returns to Nashville.
Luke and Riff are excitedly planning their upcoming tour.
Luke recruits his old friend Riff Bell to join him on tour.
Deacon and Rayna tie the knot.
Fans get a rare and intimate look at life on the road when cameras follow "Nashville" cast members as they tour around the country.
It's a big morning for Markus Keen when "Good Morning America" comes to Nashville to broadcast a live concert.
Rayna's new artist, Markus Keen, causes trouble.
Rayna wants to turn down Sony's contract offer for Maddie to be a solo artist.
Rayna's concerns about Deacon's business venture with an old friend from AA.
Juliette gets into a brawl with a fan that goes viral.
Rayna pushes back on Layla's romantic relationship with Jeff, and Markus pushes back on his producer, Avery.
Rock star Marcus Keen (Riley Smith) makes demands on Rayna as she struggles to tend to those around her.
A second aneurysm leaves Beverly brain dead and Deacon consumed with guilt.
Juliette breaks down during an appearance on "Live with Kelly and Michael," prompting Avery's concern.
Steven Tyler guest stars as himself to sing a duet of "CRAZY" with Juliette Barnes.


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CHICAGO � Anyone who�s turned on a television in recent weeks knows the race for governor is shaping up as a no-holds-barred, no-expenses-spared slugfest. While the contest between Democratic incumbent Pat Quinn and Republican businessman Bruce Rauner could be one of the hardest fought and most closely watched races in the nation, there�s plenty more at stake up and down the Nov. 4 ballot.
As the campaign heats up after Labor Day, here are five things to watch for as the election nears:
1. Will GOP leave Dems red-faced?
National Republicans see Illinois and a vulnerable Quinn as a prime opportunity to pick up a governorship in one of the Midwest�s last remaining Democratic strongholds. The added bonus, they say, is that winning the top job in Barack Obama�s home state would send a strong message that voters are rejecting Democrats� agenda. Both parties and their allies are funneling millions into the race, as Democrats try to paint Rauner as an out-of-touch multimillionaire and Republicans blame Quinn for Illinois� lagging economy and ongoing political controversies.
2. Battleground Cook County
Both sides say Cook County will be the key battleground and are sending in foot soldiers to saturate Chicago and its inner suburbs to secure votes. Why? Look no further than the 2010 election. Quinn defeated Republican state Sen. Bill Brady by just under 32,000 votes, despite winning just four of Illinois� 102 counties. But he won big in Cook � taking 64 percent, or about 500,000 more votes than Brady. This time, Quinn knows he has to do as well or better. But Rauner is aggressively courting Cook County voters, including the area�s large minority populations.
3. Dairy Magnate vs. Senate�s No. 2
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, the second-ranking Senate Democrat, faces a challenge from state Sen. Jim Oberweis, who�s familiar to voters because of a chain of dairies that bear his family name � and a string of failed runs for office before securing his Statehouse seat. Oberweis has acknowledged he�s made mistakes in his previous bids � including flying over Soldier Field during a TV commercial to criticize people who enter the U.S. illegally � but so far he�s avoided gaffes this time. He�s instead focused on labeling Durbin as a career politician who doesn�t know how to turn the economy around. Durbin says he�ll tout his record of creating jobs in Illinois, including getting the Federal Bureau of Prisons to reopen the shuttered Thomson Correctional Center.
4. Downticket races
Also hotly contested this year are races for state treasurer, comptroller and a handful of congressional seats. Republican state Rep. Tom Cross, a former House GOP leader from Oswego, is taking on state Sen. Mike Frerichs of Champaign for treasurer in a contest that has seen more controversy than usual, including accusations of financial mismanagement and unpaid taxes. In the comptroller�s race, Republican Judy Baar Topinka faces a challenge from Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon, who decided not to run again with Quinn. Each of them offers a little history: the long-serving Topinka is familiar to voters from previous stints in the state Senate and as state treasurer, and the banjo-playing Simon is the daughter of the late U.S. Sen. Paul Simon.
5. Turnout worries
Democrats who control the state legislature have worked up a number of ways to entice voters to the polls � a matter of particular concern in an off-year election, when people are more likely to stay home. On the campaign trail, they will be busy promoting several referendums, including nonbinding questions asking voters if Illinois should raise the minimum wage to $10 per hour and impose an additional tax on millionaires. They also gave an OK to same-day voter registration � but only for this year. Critics say the moves were cynical attempts to bring out an otherwise uninspired Democratic base.


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Judges Realize Aereo's Setup Is Insane Technologically... But May Get The Wrong Message Out Of It
from the that's-unfortunate deptA few months ago, we wrote about law professor James Grimmelmann's awesome article about how copyright law for media streaming was completely insane from a technological standpoint:
Suppose I could offer you a choice of two technologies for watching TV online. Behind Door Number One sits a free-to-watch service that uses off-the-shelf technology and that buffers just enough of each show to put the live stream on the Internet. Behind Door Number Two lies a subscription service that requires custom-designed hardware and makes dozens of copies of each show. Which sounds easier to build—and to use? More importantly, which is more likely to be legal?The issue, of course, is a series of lawsuits that have really only displayed how copyright law written for legacy technologies has no idea how to deal with streaming media. After each one, companies try to figure out how to make a legal service, which seems like a noble goal. However, because of all the ridiculous specifics in rulings where judges contort themselves to come up with a way to fit a ruling into their preconceived notions of what's legal and what's not, the end result is that if you want to design a legal service, you have to set up a truly twisted and confusing setup... like Aereo's.
If you went with Door Number One, then you are a sane person, untainted by the depravity of modern copyright law. But you are also wrong. The company behind Door Number One, iCraveTV, was enjoined out of existence a decade ago. The company behind Door Number Two, Aereo, just survived its first round in court and is still going strong.
That issue has come up in the appeal on the district court Aereo decision. The TV networks are trying to convince the appeals court that the lower court was wrong. There was a lot of focus on trying to distinguish Aereo from the same court's ruling in the Cablevision case four years ago, which said that a remote DVR offered by Cablevision was legal. However, apparently there was an interesting exchange in which the judges seemed to realize that Aereo's setup was technologically insane:
The judges also questioned Hosp on why Aereo needed to have all those antennas. "Why not one? Is there a technological reason? Any legitimate business reason?"Aereo's lawyer, David Hosp, admitted that the reasons were legal. This is the point at which people should realize that this demonstrates one of the many ways that copyright law is broken, because it forces companies to go through all sorts of convoluted technological decisions to deliver the same experience that could be delivered much more easily and efficiently otherwise. Instead, the judges seemed concerned in the other direction, that if the decisions were done for a legal reason it was somehow a sign of ill-intent:
One judge also observed, "You say your model is built around Cablevision. Isn't that like organizing your business affairs to avoid taxes?"That, of course, is a ridiculous analogy -- and thankfully Hosp responded correctly: following what the court said was legal in earlier cases isn't about "avoiding" anything, it's about following the court's instructions on how to stay legal!
"The plaintiffs say it is a bad thing to follow the law," he said. "I believe the 2nd Circuit got it right in attempting to strike the right balance between public and private performances that lawmakers wanted."Anyway, it wouldn't be surprising to see the court overturn the district court ruling, no matter how ridiculous a result that would be. It really feels like a lot of these cases are judged based on a judge deciding what he "feels" should be legal, and then trying to work in a justification later.


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By Lupita Gonzales
As I mentioned in a column a while back, I have sworn off sitting too long in front of the TV or the computer screen, but there are some sites I receive online that I follow for the fun of it. One of those is the Astrology Astro Slam, which often puts me in my place.
A couple of weeks ago, the slam told me that most people are boring, including me, and that I should do something exciting, like attending a play, or some such.
Voila! It just so happened that I'd seen a few announcements promoting the stage production Bless Me, Ultima by Rudolfo Anaya, showing at Ilfeld Auditorium, so I hied myself to the HU campus to buy a ticket. I was ready to stop being so boring.
Of course I did my homework, digging out my old copy of the novel by the same name, published in 1972. The tattered pages showed the wear and tear of having been used in my high school classes — required reading for my students during the '90s. An acquaintance, hearing of my new-found fervor and intent of becoming less boring, provided me with a Spanish language rendition, Bendíceme, Ultima, first published in 1994 ... After my review activity, I was now armed and ready.
That evening, I joined the anxious crowd lined up outside Ilfeld. There was a double line, and I felt smug at having my ticket in hand but still had to wait until the doors opened to admit us. Once inside, I went down a side aisle to the third row, happy to get an aisle seat. Looking around, I saw that the auditorium was filling up rapidly, both tiers.
It was an overflow crowd. Frankly, the performance was riveting- fast-moving, and very true to the novel. I detected political overtones re: anti-war sentiments ... perhaps warranted, but in my mind, not so true to the original piece; but then, this was a stage adaptation and the playwright certainly can employ poetic license.
Tony the boy and Ultima were superbly enacted, and the other characters followed suit. The original novel's Marez/Luna historical/cultural juxtapositions were economically but believably represented. The addition of music, choreography and visual backdrop images artfully created even more substance to the presentation.
I admit to still being entranced by the Golden Carp image — both on a nature and on a spiritual level, something which struck me when I first read Anaya's novel.
The author, in his novel as well as in the stage interpretation so well depicted the deep cultural conflicts of the people of the northern llanos/vegas as well as superbly dealing with the ever-present issue of change.
If you missed this fine piece, you might consider traveling to see it as it continues its run across the state.
The performance is being presented by the Vortex Theater and the National Hispanic Cultural Center and supported in part by New Mexico Arts, a division of the Department of Cultural Affairs, and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Future showings will take place Nov. 6 and 7, NNMC at Española; Nov, 12 through 14, National Hispanic Cultural Center at Albuquerque; and Nov. 19, WNMU Fine Arts Center at Silver City.
Lupita Gonzales is an educator and member of the Optic Editorial Board. She may be reached at email@example.com. By Lupita Gonzales
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The only way to predict the future is to invent it.
Only seven short years ago Lulu launched what was one of the very first, if not the first, self-publishing sites on the Internet. Since then, we've served millions of authors by helping sell tens of millions of their books.
But what was a great idea then is only a good idea today. Our success has spawned a myriad of imitators some of whom, I am forced to admit, are almost as good at what we do as we are. Competition is the least of our concerns. The bigger trend we are embracing to better serve our customers is, of course, the explosion of eBook readers and digital marketplaces, which are changing the very nature of what a book is.
As you no doubt expect, we've been working hard to re-invent Lulu to offer features our competitors have yet to even dream about. We are moving from a concept of self-publishing to one of open-publishing. In very broad terms self-publishing is what it sounds like: we give you the tools and you get to publish your book yourself. The concept of open-publishing is one where we give you the platform and you are empowered to innovate the tools and solutions that best fit your needs and help you sell more books. The Lulu platform will be of particular benefit to a new generation of publishers who can create new tools to help authors reach more readers, monetize out-of-print or back-catalogued titles, and grow their customer-base. We will have several more major announcements coming throughout this year, the first being our exciting new Open Publishing APIs (Application Programming Interface), recently made available to the public.
With our APIs, which you can download and play with over at developers.lulu.com, Lulu is helping a new generation of creators profit by enabling them to bring their knowledge and expertise to their customers more easily than ever before. For those of you who don't know, an API is like a Lego® block that makes a website or application work. And with Lulu APIs, authors, publishers, businesses, and developers alike, are able to create a new breed of web applications, powered by Lulu, and marketed under their own brand names – absolutely free.
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With How I Met Your Mother's almost decade-long run about to come to a close, Alyson Hannigan isn't wasting any time in securing her next small screen gig. The soon to be former Lily Aldrin has just signed on to play the female lead in a high profile comedy pilot from Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's Pearl Street Films.
The comedy, titled More Time with Family, was given a production commitment by CBS back in October, with a formal pilot order being granted in January. Family is a multi-camera sitcom about an overworked husband and father that makes a drastic career change in order to avoid missing out on any more family milestones. Stand-up comedian Tom Papa penned the project, and will also play lead character Tom Rizzo.
Hannigan is now set to play Tom's wife Cindy, a drill-sergeant like taskmaster who seemingly possesses limitless energy, always has time for her kids, and never fails to make sure her house is in order. Cindy's clockwork routine is disrupted by Tom's decision to spend more time at home, and it's up to her to guide her husband in the ways of running a family and taking care of their kids.
With the Affleck/Damon team behind it, More Time with Family has been considered one of CBS' hottest comedy prospects since it was first announced and is presumed to be a lock for an eventual series order. Adding a seasoned pro like Hannigan to the mix is a wise move, one that goes a long way toward cementing Family's status as a success.
Between her early work on Buffy the Vampire Slayer and her successful tenure on HIMYM, Hannigan has been a steady prime time presence for over 15 years. People know what to expect from her, and the fact that she's attached to More Time with Family is almost guaranteed to lure people in that wouldn't have watched a Tom Papa sitcom.
Speaking of Papa, More Time with Family has the potential to finally turn him into a major star. The 45-year-old comic has spent the past two decades skirting the edges of mainstream stardom, while steadily building up his credibility in the world of comedy.
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I hate blogging. I like baking, I like baking all these cookies, I like sharing them, I like you readers (most of you), and I like taking pictures, but I don't like updating this thing. I mean seriously, does anyone actually like to do that? Okay, I guess a lot of people.
- Unsalted butter, softened, for baking sheet
- 2 cups raisins (about 13 ounces)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup apple cider
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 1/4 teaspoons coarse salt
- 1 1/4 cups vegetable shortening
- 1 1/4 cups packed light-brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/4 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 10-by-15-inch rimmed baking sheet. Line bottom with parchment paper, and butter parchment; set sheet aside.
Make filling: Pulse raisins and sugar in a food processor until almost pureed. Transfer to a saucepan. Whisk cornstarch into 1 cup cold water; whisk into raisin mixture. Stir in cider. Simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture thickens and sugar has dissolved, about 6 minutes.
Let cool completely.
Make dough: Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl; set aside. Put shortening in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium speed until smooth. Add brown sugar, and mix until pale and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Add egg and vanilla, and mix until combined. Reduce speed to low. Add flour mixture; mix until just combined. Mix in oats.
Press half the dough into prepared baking sheet. Spread raisin filling evenly over top of dough. Crumble remaining dough on top of filling using your fingers, gently pressing down so that topping covers filling. Bake, rotating sheet halfway through, until top is golden brown, about 35 minutes. Let cool completely in sheet on a wire rack. Cut into 2-inch
squares. Bars can be stored between layers of parchment in airtight containers at room temperature up to 5 days.
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