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I believe that after a while, with feeding, no matter where the dough comes from, it climates itself to where it is......
Or maybe I would be better off just capturing from scratch?
I am thinking of grabbing a bit out of my fermentation vessel with a thief and putting in a flour/water vat and see what kind of starter I get. Good idea?
Yes, this sounds like a great idea. If your fermentation is near its peak, then there should be lots of active cells in the liquid. Or you could take a sample from the flocculated yeast at the bottom of your carboy (or whatever fermentation vessel you're using).


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A canine that went missing after the disastrous earthquake and tsunami that rocked Japan's northern coast on March 11 has been found and will soon be returned to her owner. The dog was located on top of a house, according to CNN.
Ban, the canine, was separated from her owner after the village where she lived was swept with a tsunami. The 2-year-old mixed breed belonged to a 50-year-old woman who has been in a temporary relocation center since the disaster.
Rescuers spotted the dog while using a helicopter to search for missing persons. Ban was starving and suffering from the frigid temperatures, according to the news source.
The owner saw the dog after video footage of her rescue was aired on television. She recognized the pooch, who was not wearing any identifying tags at the time.
The story is a reminder to pet owners that it's important to microchip or place identifying tags on pets at all times. In addition, dog and cat owners should take their animals to the veterinarian regularly to ensure that they maintain pet health.

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Thursday, September 1, 2011
A Free Printable & a Sneak Peak!
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27 comments:
- Valerie said...
Uh oh! I don't know if I can wait until tomorrow! I'm in the mood for crafting a cute banner.
And that cookie dough recipe is good!
And...yay for freebies! So cute!!!
- September 1, 2011 at 10:53 PM
- LaVonne @ Long Wait said...
Very nice. I like those popcorn holders out of 12x12 scrapbook paper a lot. Thanks for sharing. I am thinking of doing an Ice Cream Social for my daughter's birthday and those cones with fruit is a great idea! I am pinning that in my Ice Cream Social Party Ideas board on pinterest.
Have a great weekend!
LaVonne @ Long Wait For Isabella
- September 1, 2011 at 11:39 PM
- Mimi said...
Love your ideas here! The Popcorn Cones are really fun and I can't wait to try the cones with fruit and white chocolate popcorn! Thanks for sharing at delicateCONSTRUCTION! I'm a new follower :)
- September 2, 2011 at 12:11 PM
- Jenny Slingerland said...
Love the candy corn banner!
- September 2, 2011 at 1:38 PM
- HighDesertGal said...
Oh, I love your ideas! Gotta get to your shop again.
- September 2, 2011 at 1:55 PM
- Tonia @ TheGunnySack.com said...
Great idea serving the fruit from waffle cones! Did you make them yourself or buy them? I've walked past food places in the mall that are making fresh waffle cones and the smell is to die for!!
- September 2, 2011 at 9:10 PM
- Mrs Happy Homemaker said...
I love the idea of the fruit in the waffle cone. I'm definitely going to have to do that!
- September 2, 2011 at 10:25 PM
- Amanda K @ Every Creative Endeavor said...
How smart to serve fruit in waffle cone! I totally love that idea!
- September 3, 2011 at 5:02 PM
- Toaster4JC said...
I'm sharing this idea of the fruit in the waffle cones with my sister. Err, scratch that, my baby is due in January, fresh fruit will be way expensive. I love the idea though!
- September 4, 2011 at 9:13 AM
- Anita Bonney said...
I liked the fruit and cone .. very diff idea for a party. Loved the labels. Bet you need a whizz of a machine for those??? We are looking for labelling over here in the UK.
Lesley - the Bathtime Team
- September 4, 2011 at 11:23 AM
- Teri@thefreshmancook said...
So very cute. I linked to you from Mouthwatering Monday to see your Cookie Dough Shots, and I am so glad I did. Your blog is wonderful, and very creative. Thanks!
- September 5, 2011 at 12:35 PM
- Colette said...
Thanks for the comments!
@Tonia... I didn't make the cones, found them at my local grocery store, only $2 per dozen. Easy!!
Anita... The labels really aren't anything too special. I designed them on Scrapbook Max, printed them out at home - and the only fancy thing I used was on the Cookie Dough Shots I used a basic scallop punch. You should be able to find one online for less than $12-15. Good luck! :)
- September 5, 2011 at 10:50 PM
- Ashley said...
everything is so cute! thanks for sharing:)
- September 6, 2011 at 1:06 AM
- Ashley J @ MommyByDayCrafterByNight said...
What a cute idea to serve fruit in waffle cones!! I love it! Cute cute ideas!! I would love it if you would come link this up to my Ta-Da Tuesday Link Party!!
xoxo, Ashley J
- September 6, 2011 at 7:13 AM
- Erin {Lavender and Lemon Drops} said...
Yum! What a great idea! Looks like a cute party :)
- September 6, 2011 at 10:23 AM
- Sallie said...
Love the fruit in the waffle cone idea! The cookie dough shots are so cute! Found your blog at Today's Creative blog.
- September 6, 2011 at 11:57 AM
- WJ said...
Love the fruit in Waffle Cones. We are doing a Pink Lemonade party for my little girl in a few weeks. They would be great with berries. I would serve the cookie dough shots, but I would just eat them all. Linked to you from Tatertots and Jello who I found from Piggy Paint on FB. Loving the new ideas for my girls today!!
- September 6, 2011 at 3:39 PM
- Courtney {a thoughtful place} said...
Oh, I just love everything. The waffle cone idea is fantastic and I haven't seen it before. Thanks for all of the great inspiration.
- September 6, 2011 at 5:11 PM
- Suzanne said...
i came over by way of made by your Monday. I love the name of your blog and the idea for the fruit in waffle cones is so clever. I am thinking it might be a fun option for a birthday snack at school. Thanks!!
- September 7, 2011 at 8:13 AM
- Tara said...
What a cute way to serve treats!!!
I'd love to have you share this and any other of your amazing posts over at my linky party Create and Share. It posts every Wednesday. We open the party Tuesday evening at 8 pm for those who like to link up early. Hope you stop by...and follow too! ;-)
Tara @Trendy Treehouse
- September 7, 2011 at 10:58 PM
- the cape on the corner said...
first of all, great idea with the waffle cones and fruit. love it! and secondly, love that candy corn banner!
- September 8, 2011 at 10:24 AM
- Christine said...
Love the waffle cone idea, hope to be able to use it at my daughter's upcoming bday party. Are they set up in shot glasses?
- September 12, 2011 at 7:07 PM
- Erin said...
It's okay to make a whole lot of Cookie Dough shots just for me right? haha
- September 15, 2011 at 3:25 PM
- Cooking for My Kids said...
I love the fruit in the waffle cones. What a great idea. I cannot wait to make them for an after school treat for my littles!
- September 16, 2011 at 10:50 AM
- Steph @ Crafting in the Rain said...
We're using the fruit in cones idea for a youth church activity next week--thanks for the idea!
- October 4, 2012 at 1:48 PM
- LuAnn Braley said...
Following from Strut Your Stuff Saturdays on Six Sisters' Stuff!
Wow...what great decorations for the shower! And your Etsy shop ROCKS!
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- meandmr.com said...
Newest follower here! I found you through the six sisters' stuff blog hop :) You have a super cute blog, I can't wait to read more. You can find me at meandmr.com
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At 1:10 a.m. this morning, the Radnor Township Board of Commissioners, by a vote of 5-1, introduced an amendment to the township zoning code that would permit Villanova University to proceed toward implementing a massive expansion program. The vote followed more than three hours of discussion involving the board, the professional staff of the township, and members of the community.
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Nokia Corp. on Monday said that it would change product naming scheme for its mobile phones going forward. The new naming nomenclature will get rid of letters from model numbers and will essentially scrap product families tailored for particular usage models.
Back in the good-old days Nokia used to have pretty clear number-based model numbering methodology that allowed to clearly distinguish between models and their positioning (3 - for mainstream users, 5/6 - for business users, 7 - experimental phones with new innovative technologies and/or in new form-factors, 8 - stylish and luxury handsets, 9 - communicators).
In the mid-2000s the company decided to change the naming scheme for smartphones and introduced different lineups of its Symbian based devices, including C for mainstream users, E for business use cases, N for multimedia and innovation fans, X for music fans.
The problem with such a naming scheme is that modern smartphones are very similar in terms of hardware and software. When Nokia introduces its Windows Phone 7.5 "Mango" handsets late in 2011 or early in 2012 it will no longer be able to clearly differentiate those mobile phones between each other otherwise than by form-factor. As a result, it will not really be able to have four different product families for smartphones.
With new naming scheme, which involves three-digit number, it will be easy for Nokia to show the difference between handsets more logically than today. In theory, it will be able to have ten product families that will be different in terms of price and capabilities, just like in the good-old days.
"People understand the logic behind 'the bigger the number, the more you get' philosophy. Theoretically speaking, if we were announce a Nokia 890, but it's a bit out of your price range, you'll know that the Nokia 790 might be a more affordable option. Also, used consistently over time, people learn to know roughly what to expect from a model using its number as a reference," an explanation by Nokia reads.
Despite of the fact that the new model numbering scheme seems to be logical, provided that Nokia does make its product lineups different from each other, introducing the scheme now will likely further hurt the company's sales as end-users will barely understand the difference between "new" and "old" Nokia handsets. For example, Nokia's 500 smartphone running Symbian operating system is very similar to already announced models (X7, N9, etc.) in terms of feature-set and capabilities and it will be uneasy to determine how it is positioned against the others.


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UNEP Shelf Programme: Pacific Ocean and West Africa
The UNEP Shelf Programme has been involved in a workshop organised in collaboration with Geoscience Australia and the Pacific Applied Geoscience Commission (SOPAC), in Sydney, Australia, from 8-19 February. The aim of the session was to provide technical support to 9 Pacific Island States working to complete their full submissions delineating the outer limits of their continental shelf.
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Arendal, Norway: GRID-Arendal hosts the first meeting of the steering committee on the Global Outlook on Methane Gas Hydrates. About 20 representatives from 7 countries will take part in this meeting.
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… the giant squid, Architeuthis dux, of the family Architeuthidae, are possibly the largest known cephalopod, the largest known mollusk and, likely, the largest invertebrate ever known to exist (except for possibly the colossal squid, Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni which may have a mantle length nearly twice the size of the giant squid!)?
… harp seals, Pagophilus groenlandicus, get their common name from the harp-shaped pattern on the dorsal side and flanks of adult seals, and that the Latin name translates to "ice-loving seal of Greenland"?
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Rumble strips create buzz
The state is proposing a plan to install rumble strips for the first time on Route 125 from Plaistow to Rochester in an attempt to keep drivers more alert and reduce the number of crashes.
The strips of grooved pavement produce a vibrating noise that may annoy some, but state and local officials say they've become an effective, low-cost road safety feature since first being installed on Interstate 89 from Bow to Lebanon in 1997.
Lee Police Chief Chester Murch estimates that 80 percent of the major crashes he's seen on Route 125 are caused by people crossing the center line. He encouraged the state Department of Transportation to include the strips in an upcoming repaving project on Route 125 from Route 152 to the Lee Traffic Circle.
"I honestly think that if we had rumble strips they would stay back in their lane. We could avoid these accidents," Murch said.
A public informational meeting was held Tuesday in Epping; another will be held in Plaistow on Aug. 28 at 7 p.m. at Plaistow Town Hall to discuss the proposal to add center line and shoulder rumble strips on sections of Route 125.
Plaistow Town Planner Leigh Komornick said the upcoming meeting came up at a town staff meeting and the overall reaction was, "Why?"
"Why and where are they putting the rumble strips as Route 125 through Plaistow is very built-up and congested, so why (and) where do they need them?" she said.
The strips won't be placed in congested areas or shared center turn lanes into businesses, said Ronald Grandmaison, project manager for the state Department of Transportation's Bureau of Highway Design. Most of the rumble strips will be put in by the end of next year, he said.
The state budgets $500,000 each year in federal highway safety funds for rumble strip installation on center lines or the shoulders of roadways.
According to Grandmaison, national statistics show center-line rumble strips on rural two-lane roads reduce by 44 percent fatal head-on and other crashes resulting in injury. Centerline rumble strips on urban two-lane roads reduce crashes by 64 percent, according to his figures. Rumble strips on the shoulders of rural two-lane roads lowered crashes by 36 percent, he said.
Grandmaison said the strips also increase the reflectivity of pavement markings when headlights shine on them.
"From my perspective they're a good thing. While I recognize there could be a potential downside to them, the bottom line is, if you hit it, you're in a place you're not supposed to be," said State Police Lt. Chris Vetter of Troop A in Epping.
All of the state's interstates and turnpikes now have rumble strips, as well as Route 101 and Route 16 from Rochester to Ossipee.
The locations are chosen based on several criteria, including crash statistics, traffic volume and speed.
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The strips on roadway shoulders can pose problems for bicyclists, but they may be happy with the state's plan to place the strips directly over the white line as part of a pilot project on Route 111 from Hudson to Hampstead. The strips are usually placed 30 inches off the white line.
"Bicycle enthusiasts like the idea of giving them more room on the roadway," Grandmaison said.
Rumble strips also create the potential for noise for residents living near the highway, but officials said they're more concerned with safety.
"The safety concerns for me clearly outweigh anything else," Murch said.
Grandmaison acknowledged the possibility of a rumble strip contributing to an accident by startling a driver, but he said he hasn't heard of such an experience.
"We always hear about the crashes if there are no rumble strips or the complaints that the rumble strips woke me up, but we never hear the stories that the rumble strips saved my life, or the life of a friend or loved one," he said.
Brentwood police Sgt. Denny Wood supports rumble strips, but said he has seen crashes occur when a driver hit a strip, became startled, and then quickly turned the wheel, causing the vehicle to roll.
"It's the typical knee-jerk reaction when it happens. You jerk the wheel," he said.
Some police officials say rumble strips are a good first step toward improving safety on Route 125 but that more needs to be done. "Rumble strips will help for now. However, they need to widen the road," Epping Police Chief Michael Wallace said.


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Get an overview of this hotelFamily-friendly Bogota hotel in Chico with free parking
This family-friendly Bogota hotel is located in the entertainment district, within a 10-minute walk of Virrey Park and Rockefeller Casino. El Retiro Shopping Centre and Atlantis Plaza Shopping Mall are also within 15 minutes.
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This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a 24-hour business center, and 24-hour room service.
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All 56 soundproofed rooms provide free WiFi, free wired Internet, and pillowtop beds. Guests can enjoy private pools, and other standard amenities include sitting areas, 24-hour room service, and LCD TVs.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!Opens in a new window
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Cite Hotel features an outdoor pool and a fitness center. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary high-speed wired and wireless Internet access.
Business amenities at this 4-star property consist of a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and meeting rooms. 3 meeting rooms are available. This family-friendly hotel also offers tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and a garden. For a surcharge, a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is offered to guests. Complimentary self parking is available on site. The property may provide extended parking privileges to guests after check-out (surcharge). A total renovation of this property was completed in 2012.
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- 24-hour front desk
- Total number of rooms - 56
- Number of floors - 10
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Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6 AM and 10 AM.
Bistro - This bistro serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.
24-hour room service is available.
Start your morning with a buffet breakfast, available each day from 6 AM to 10 AM for a surcharge. You can order a meal from 24-hour room service.
Nearby Things to Do
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Bicycle rentals on site
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Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Check-in time ends at midnight
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Check-out time is noon
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Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! Children 7 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available.
- Cribs (infant beds) are available.
- No pets or service animals allowed
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
Minimum guest age is 18
No pets or service animals allowed
Parking height restrictions apply
- A 19 percent city/local tax will be charged
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- Fee for buffet breakfast: COP 42000 for adults and COP 42000 for children (approximately)
- Airport shuttle fee: COP 52000 per vehicle (one way)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: COP 52000 (one-way), (from 1 to 8 years old)
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If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for foreign visitors) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance. This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Children 7 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation. No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.


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Obviously. He's chad 2.0 IMO and we have other holes on this team. Kellen wouldve done fine given that he actually has a o- line now and a running and COULDVE gotten new sure handed weapons if we didn't trade away our first and second round picks that where someone like maclin or britt or nicks couldve been picked. Hopefully sanchez won't take 2years to be NFL ready. Basically I think a main reason why this was done is to sell those damn psls.
I couldnt agree with you more, especially on the Chad part. I apologize for my statement about the giants clobbering sanchez in the preseason im just angry, but i still think it was a terrible day yesterday and all i can do is hope that sanchez somehow becomes something other than what hes displayed, because if we get the qb hes shown he is, this is a MAJOR bust that could cripple the franchise for years.


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Current Conditions
It is currently a 2-line undivided roadway.
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Widening to a 4-lane divided roadway within the existing right-of-way has been proposed.
This study is a partnership between TxDOT and the Federal Highway Administration.
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US Stocks Mixed in Early Trading
ABC News
OVERSEAS: World stocks rallied, getting a lift from Wednesday's Federal Reserve update. Germany's DAX rose 0.8 percent while France's CAC-40 gained about 1 percent. The FTSE 100 index of leading British shares added 0.2 percent. Japan's Nikkei 225 ...
US stocks edge lower in midday trading
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Merry Christmas boys!!! Have you been naughty or nice? My list says you've been very, very naughty and you deserve a spanking. Teehee! Nikita Von James here and I'm ready to show you how I decorate my tree. I like to make it into a game. It's way more enjoyable! Every time I add a new ornament to the tree, I like to take something off.
Oh, look what we have here…another ornament to go on the tree. You know what that means, don't you? It means something has to come off. I think it'll be my sexy red lace bra. How does that sound, cutie?
How about I wrap a bow around these big titties and make them your Christmas present? I'm sure you'd love that! Anyway, it's time to add some more ornaments to the Christmas tree. What do you want to see next?
Oh no! It looks like my panties are coming off! How about you help me finish taking them off, but use your teeth? After your done removing my panties, you can bury your face deep into my tight, bubble butt and taste my juices.
You're not the only one who has been naughty this year. I'm ALWAYS a naughty girl! Who wants to come spank me and tell me just how bad I've been?
Did you enjoy these pictures of me? Who am I kidding…I know you did! Now, if you'd like to see the full length HD video of me masturbating and touching my swollen clit in front of the Christmas tree, be sure to visit Pornstar Platinum and grab yourself an early Christmas present! 🙂
Happy Holidays,
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Shimano Curado E Baitcasting Reels
Product Information:
Tournament anglers rely on the Shimano® Curado E Baitcasting Reel because it can handle heavier lines and bigger baits. The Curado has an aluminum frame and lightweight graphite sideplates that keep gears aligned for smooth and reliable performance. The High Efficiency Gearing (HEG) means the Curado has high speed along with power and torque for unbelievable fish stopping power.
Features like the Super Stopper II anti-reverse use a one-way bearing to eliminate backplay, and the SF pinion gear system allows for longer casts. Approved for use in saltwater and rated for use with Mono, Fluorocarbon and PowerPro lines, the Shimano Curado reel is versatile and packed with technology for anglers.
Right: 6.2:1
Left: 6.2:1
- Aluminum Frame keeps gears aligned for smooth performance
- Lightweight Graphite Sideplates (Aluminum Handle Side)
- High Efficiency Gearing (HEG) is stocked with power and torque in a high speed package
- Super Free Bearing Supported Pinion Gear System (SF) allows for further casting
- 7 Bearings: S A-RB BB, 5 Shielded Stainless Steel BB, 1 A-RB Roller Clutch Bearing
- Variable Brake System (VBS) with Reduced Mass Hub
- A7075 Aluminum Magnumlite Spool
- Dartainium Drag
- Super Stopper II anti-reverse uses a one-way bearing to eliminate backplay
- Assist Stopper
- Drilled Handle Shank
- Septon PV Power Grips (SV on 300 sizes)
- Cold Forged AL Drag Star with Clicking Adjustment
- Titanium IP Line Guide
- Recessed Reel Foot
- 1/8 Turn Easy Access Attached Sideplate
- Metal Cast Control Knob
- Double Anodized Spool and Handle
- Disengaging Levelwind System
- QuickFire II Clutch Bar
- Approved for use in Saltwater
- Rated for use with Mono, Fluorocarbon and PowerPro lines
- Shimano
Right: 6.2:1
- Model: CU300E
- Gear Ratio: 6.2:1
- Braided Line Capacity (yd/lb): 205/50, 120/65, 105/80
- Mono Line Capacity: 240/12, 190/14, 120/12
- Max Drag: 15 lbs.
- Inches per Turn: 28"
- S SUS Bearings: 5
- S A-RB Ball Bearings: 1
- A-RB Roller Clutch: 1
- Retrieve: Right
- Weight: 10.5 oz.
Left: 6.2:1
- Model: CU301E
- Gear Ratio: 6.2:1
- Braided Line Capacity (yd/lb): 205/50, 120/65, 105/80
- Mono Line Capacity: 240/12, 190/14, 120/12
- Max Drag: 15 lbs.
- Inches per Turn: 28"
- S SUS Bearings: 5
- S A-RB Ball Bearings: 1
- A-RB Roller Clutch: 1
- Retrieve: Left
- Weight: 10.5 oz.
Country of Origin: JapanWeb ID: 11349043
Customer Reviews:
Rated 4.9 out of 5�by 7 reviewers.
Rated 5 out of 5�by Thelegend awesome I got this reel today and it feels great looks super good. i tied on a little weight to cast it in my street and it worked perfectly . LOVE IT January 5, 2016
Rated 5 out of 5�by FishaholicsAnonymous Love it Got this on sale for $125 because it was the display and the last one in stock. Hands down, the best investment of my life. November 22, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5�by Rich11 The best reel i,ve ever owned. Great reel.hard to find but Dick's had in stock!!! November 4, 2015
Rated 4 out of 5�by Ben Curado Fishing Reel Great Product. Everything I was looking for. I would consider buying more of these reels. October 20, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5�by kls4270 Awesome Great service... great product...fast and easy...got a great deal on a great reel March 2, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5�by Rob the Muskie Hunter Awesome Reel I use this reel with an 8 Ft Medium Heavy Muskie Rod. Long casts. Smooth retrieval. I'm extremely happy with the reel October 21, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5�by texas outlaw Great reel for the big fish This reel has the muscle to handle any big fish you are after stopping power is strong for big red fish, and its salt water rated. Its very easy to use and set up smooth retrieve and casts a long way. Have 2 of these reels and have 3 of the 7 to 1 and 3 of the 5 to 1 and 3 e50s love all the shamano reels. Once you buy yours you wont ever fish with anything else. April 7, 2011
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Lovely 2BR Loft Apt in Collingwood!
Maximální počet hostů5
Počet místností2
Velikost90 m²
Floor No.
- Kuchyně
- Pračka / sušička
- Televize
- Parkování k dispozici
- Vhodné pro rodiny s dětmi
- Uzamykatelný pokoj
- Internet/WiFi
Accommodation summary
|Little Wellington St Fitzroy, Melbourne, 3066 Melbourne, Austrálie
|Typ nemovitosti
|Ident. objektu
We offer you a very nice apartment in Collingwood. Perfect location as you can get by tram to city in less than 10 minutes, (2.5km from the city center). A 2 minute walk to the famous Smith street!
Features of the apartment:
•Ground floor apartment with separate entrance, 90sqm
•Fully furnished apartment with open plan living
•Fully equipped kitchen/dining area/ Meile Dishwasher/Smeg appliances
•Stone bench tops in kitchen and bathroom
•Separate laundry next to bath room with washing machine and drying line
•2 bedrooms each with a queen beds, linen and chest of drawers
•Extra single or portacot if needed
•All bedding and towels provided
•Bathroom includes shower/toilet/laundry
•Heating and cooling
*wireless internet
•On-street parking (permit available)
Rates: include
Fully furnished apartment for 2 people
Utility connections and ongoing usage included
Street parking for 1 car ( permit provided)
A contact number for quick response to service requests that may arise during your stay
Apartment can sleep up to 5 people at an extra charge
Extra guest charge $15 per night
Extra single fold out bed charge $15 (once off)
Serviced cleaning $80 ( cleaner to come through apartment during stay)
Domovní řádNo Smoking
No Parties
No candle burning
Security Deposit:
Refundable after 48 hrs of stay a security deposit of $500 AUD
( weekly stay) or $1000 AUD for stays of over a month
|Weekly rate for up to 2 guests
|664 €
|Monthly rate for up to 2 guests
|2654 €
|Cena za více než 2 ubytované(ých)
|11 € Cena za osobu/noc navíc
|Příjezd po
|Check-in before
|Odjezd před
|Stornovací podmínky
Our stay in Hoang's 2br apartment in Collingwood was perfect. It was clean, well appointed, sharp knives and good kitchen equipment, very comfortable beds and close to trams for easy travel in Melbourne. Well worth considering.
This was an excellant apartment. It was clean and well appointed. Good size and really friendly helpful owners. The area has lots of excellent eateries, pubs and cafes. It's an easy walk into Melbourne and the MCG. Would definitely stay agsin
We stayed here June-13 and it was a great base for seeing Melbourne. The location was ideal for good local bars and restaurants. It had excellent transport links to the city allowing an easy 15 min trip in. The hosts are very friendly and helpful and I would definitely recommend it to all
My (adult) son and I were very happy with the apartment. It is stylish, extremely well equipped and comfortable. The hosts are very welcoming and helpful. The location is perfect for a stay in Melbourne with the local area offering everything required for eating out or shopping for food for eating in. Access to the city is quick and very easy on the tram which is just a two minute walk away. I would definitely book this apartment again.
This property, location and hosts exceeded our expectations and contributed greatly to a positive Melbourne experience. The flat is comfortable, quiet, tastefully decorated, and a few minutes walk to the tram stop, restaurants, bakeries and grocer. The hosts are warm, welcoming and helpful. We would gladly return. Highly recommended!
Booked this accommodation for a visiting professor and his family from Austria. The hosts were very accommodating and easy to liaise with. The whole family enjoyed the stay and commented on the high quality of the accommodation and the kindness of the hosts, telling them all about Melbourne and its suburbs.
The location is perfect for easy transport on tram to town and great shopping and restaurants in the vicinity. The area is vibrant with mixes of culture and diversity. The accommodation is cosy and comfortable and you feel safe. Hosts extremely pleasant and helpful
Die Wohnung liegt in einer perfekten Lage, sehr nahe dem Melbourner Zentrum.
Das Stadtviertel Collingwood ist ein bunt gemischtes Viertel mit zahlreichen kleineren Restaurants und Läden.
Gastgeber Hoang und Michel waren
unglaublich freundlich und hilfsbereit.
Ihre Wohnung ist sehr sauber und toll eingerichtet.
Ich würde jederzeit wieder zu Ihnen kommen
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By Chris Edwards
This fourth version of the Asics Gel Game is the second version I've tested. I fell in love with the Gel Game 3, which was rather surprising, when testing a pre-production pair.
What I love about the Gel Game 4 is that it carries on the soft, comfortable, fast and supportive fit and feel I found in the Gel Game 3. What surprises me the most about this shoe is the level of on court performance it brings for its price.
We all know Asics for its popular top of the line Gel Resolution shoes. Below that, the Gel Challenger offers a great blend of support and durability at an attractive price. My attention, however, keeps getting pulled to the Gel Game series.
I've come to love the Gel Game 4 for many reasons. Those soft and comfortable uppers wrap my feet with a supportive and glove-like fit. My favorite aspect of these shoes is the supportive ride without a stiff feel. During matches my feet felt supported from heel to toe. I was able to cinch the laces securely without any need to really clamp them down like I've had to do with other shoes. There are times when a shoe with a stiff chassis means I have to over-tighten the laces to stop heel slippage etc, but with the Gel Game 4 the shoe flexes with my foot for a comfortable and supportive ride.
I also found the Gel Game 4 to be a very fast shoe, and a lot of that comes from the same flexible feel of the uppers. To go along with the flex up top, the Gel Game 4 offers a flexible chassis and a light and fast midsole and outsole. The resulting package is a shoe with an average weight of around 13.5 ounces (for a size 10.5 men's) that's definitely on the lighter side!
A healthy flex from the chassis of the shoe also means the outsole stays in contact with the court very well. Whereas a stiffer shoe may force the edges of the outsole to lift off the surface prematurely during a lateral cut, the Gel Game 4 offers ample flex to keep all of the rubber connected to the court surface. The result is superb traction. When starting and stopping or when making aggressive lateral cuts, the Gel Game 4 grabs the court well to help the player find all the traction he needs. As for me, I felt like I was moving at maximum speed in this shoe.
The downside to a soft and grippy outsole is often durability, and that was the case here. It is not unusual for me to blow through the outsoles of my tennis shoes, and I did exactly that in the Gel Game 4s. I would say the durability for me was comparable to Asics' Gel Solution Speed or Nike's Vapor 9 Tour. At the end of my month-long test I had worn through the outsole under my big toe on the right shoe. That is a very high wear area for me since I drag that part of my shoe on both serves and forehands. I was happy to get a month of play out of these shoes considering how light and fast they feel. I was also impressed that the level of traction I found remained solid even as the outsoles started to wear down.
Overall, I loved the Gel Game 3 and I'm glad the Gel Game 4 has maintained the same blend of comfort, supportive fit and feel. I'm also a fan of the black and orange colorway of the pair I tested. All too often, the more exciting colors are reserved for only the top tier shoes. It's nice to see cool colors on a sub $70 shoe. I liked them so much, I think I'm going to have to get another pair!


text: RCBS's Caliber Pilot/Neck Reamer are two tools perfect for fast, easy removal of excessive neck thickness or variation in neck thickness. The pilot reamer supports the cutter as it is guided over the sized cartridge case neck. The auto feed attachment works with the RCBS Case Trimmer 2 and the RCBS Trim Pro to advance the cutting tool over the case neck with each turn of the trimmer handle. Not to be used with the Trim Pro Power Case Trimmer. All RCBS reloading equipment is made in the U.S. and 100% reliable.


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Student Media
SOPA Fall Colloquia
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Anne Mahlum, Back On My Feet founder
St. Cloud State University alumna and Back on My Feet (BoMF) founder and CEO Anne Mahlum '02 will speak 2 p.m. Oct. 2 in the Atwood Memorial Center Theatre.
The free public event kicks off the speaker series for the University's School of Public Affairs—Fall Colloquia 2012. View a poster for the Mahlum presentation (PDF).
In 2007, Mahlum founded Back on My Feet in Philadelphia, Pa. BoMF is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to creating self-sufficiency within the homeless and other underserved populations by engaging them in running as a means to build confidence, strength and self-esteem. Mahlum began running at 16 as a way to deal with her father's gambling, drug and alcohol addictions. Later she applied life lessons learned as a teenager to her advocacy model for the homeless.
The comprehensive program provides connections to job training and offers assistance with education and housing expenses. Mahlum, a 2002 St. Cloud State graduate with degrees in political science and mass communication, has built the organization to a $4.8 million nonprofit with chapters in nine major metropolitan areas with the support of thousands of volunteers and hundreds of members.
She has been honored as ABC World News Person of the Week, CNN's Top 10 Heroes of the Year in 2008 and was among the Washington Business Journal's 40 Under 40 in 2011. In 2012, Mahlum hosted MTV's "The Break," a documentary spotlighting the realities of daily life faced by homeless young people.
The colloquia started Sept. 17 with a celebration of Constitution Day, a federal day of observance that commemorates the adoption of the U.S. Constitution.
Other upcoming colloquia events:
- Freedom Rider Presentation by
Ernest "Rip" Patten, Jr., at 2 p.m. Oct. 10 in the Voyageurs Room at
Atwood Memorial Center. Patten will discuss the Jim Crow system of
institutionalized racism and explore how nonviolent action inspired
social change.
- Mark Ritchie, Minnesota secretary of state, will speak about civic engagement and assist with a voter registration drive on campus on Oct. 10 in the Voyageurs Room at Atwood Memorial Center. The voter registration drive runs from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. with Ritchie speaking from 11 a.m.-noon. Ritchie's responsibilities include partnering with township, city and county officials to organize elections on behalf of Minnesota's 3.7 million eligible voters.
- A Voter Registration Drive will be held from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. on Oct. 16 on Atwood Mall.
- John T. Dalton, assistant professor of economics, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, N.C., will present "Why is polygyny more prevalent in Western Africa? An African slave trade prospective" at 2 p.m. Oct. 16 in the Alumni Room in Atwood Memorial Center. Dalton has taught at the University of Minnesota and served as a research analyst at the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis.
- Nancy Johnson, executive vice president of midscale development, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, will speak at 3-4:30 p.m. Nov. 5 in the Glacier South Room at Atwood Memorial Center. Johnson oversees business development efforts for Carlson hotel brands including Country Inns & Suites by Carlson and Park Inn by Radisson. Johnson was named one of the 200 Most Powerful Women in Travel by Travel Agent magazine.
University Communications
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Topic: Akismet Plugin for Rails
I'm having a hard time just including this into my comments controller.
I've installed it per the directions on the site:
script/plugin install svn://rubyforge.org/var/svn/ror-akismet
The plugin appears to be in the right place; under vendors/plugins/ror-akismet
I have modified the akismet.yml with my specific Akismet API key and blog url.
I add "include Akismet" (without quotes) to my comments controller.
When I try to call the Create action, I get a NoMethodError:
NoMethodError in CommentsController#create
You have a nil object when you didn't expect it!
You might have expected an instance of Array.
The error occurred while evaluating nil.empty?
/usr/local/lib/ruby/gems/1.8/gems/activesupport-188.8.131.5247/lib/active_support/dependencies.rb:376:in `new_constants_in'
/usr/local/lib/ruby/gems/1.8/gems/activesupport-184.108.40.20647/lib/active_support/dependencies.rb:202:in `load_file'
/usr/local/lib/ruby/gems/1.8/gems/activesupport-184.108.40.20647/lib/active_support/dependencies.rb:94:in `require_or_load'
/usr/local/lib/ruby/gems/1.8/gems/activesupport-220.127.116.1147/lib/active_support/dependencies.rb:248:in `load_missing_constant'
/usr/local/lib/ruby/gems/1.8/gems/activesupport-188.8.131.5247/lib/active_support/dependencies.rb:452:in `const_missing'
/usr/local/lib/ruby/gems/1.8/gems/activesupport-18.104.22.16847/lib/active_support/dependencies.rb:464:in `const_missing'
/usr/local/lib/ruby/gems/1.8/gems/activesupport-184.108.40.20647/lib/active_support/dependencies.rb:470:in `send'
/usr/local/lib/ruby/gems/1.8/gems/activesupport-18.104.22.16847/lib/active_support/dependencies.rb:470:in `const_missing'
Just in case it was something inside my code for the Create action, I removed all the code from the Create action (aka having an empty action) and it still raises the same error.
Simply removing the incude Akismet line puts everything back to normal. Of course, then I can't use Akismet.
I'm confused as to why this is happening.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.


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This morning on Mike and Mike, Eric Casilias reported that some source in San Diego reported that Shawn Merriman is seeing a specialist about his ongoing knee soreness (had knee surgery in the off-season) and it will be determined "when and if" he will return to the team this year. That would be a huge loss for them.
Shawn Merriman out for the year?
One Response to "Shawn Merriman out for the year?"
RayMidge Says:
August 22, 2008 at 9:38 am |
Ever notice that a lot of guys who use steroids get this knee ligament injury? I'm thinking of baseball guys like McGuire, Giambi but I am sure there are more of them.


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Spray Silver Chrome Effect 4 Lamp Bar Spotlight
Spray Silver Chrome Effect 4 Lamp Bar Spotlight
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- Energy saving compatible; check bulb dimensions in relation to space available.
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A standard single pendant light fitting near the centre of the ceiling can sometimes leave a lot to be desired. As long as you can get to the ceiling void from above without too much disruption, it's not complicated to move a light to wherever you really need it. Alternatively, you can boost your light levels by adding extra pendants which you operate either by the existing switch or by a new one. You'll find that pre-wired lampholder-plus-flex combinations are widely available.
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5 kV RMS Dual Channel Digital Isolators (Default Low, 1/1 Channel Directionality)
Features and Benefits
- High isolation voltage: 5000 V rms
- Up to 100 Mbps data rate
- Low propagation delay: 24 ns maximum
- Low dynamic power consumption
- Bidirectional communication
- 3 V to 5 V level translation
- High temperature operation: 125°C
- High common-mode transient immunity: >25 kV/μs
- Default high output: ADuM2280/ADuM2281
- Default low output: ADuM2285/ADuM2286
- 16-lead SOIC wide body enhanced creepage package
- See data sheet for additional features
Product Categories
Interface & Isolation
Product Details
The ADuM2280/ADuM2281/ADuM2285/ADuM2286 (also referred to as ADuM228x in this data sheet) are 5 kV rms dual-channel digital isolators based on Analog Devices, Inc., iCoupler® technology. Combining high speed CMOS and monolithic air core transformer technology, these isolation components provide outstanding performance characteristics superior to alternatives, such as optocoupler devices and other integrated couplers.
With propagation delay at 24 ns maximum, pulse width distortion is less than 2 ns for C grade. Channel-to-channel matching is tight at 5 ns for C grade. ADuM228x are available in two channel configurations with three different data rates up to 100 Mbps (see the Ordering Guide). All models operate with the supply voltage on either side ranging from 2.7 V to 5.5 V, providing compatibility with lower voltage systems as well as enabling a voltage translation functionality across the isolation barrier. Unlike other optocoupler altern-atives, the ADuM228x isolators have a patented refresh feature that ensures dc correctness in the absence of input logic transitions. When power is first applied or is not yet applied to the input side, the ADuM2280 and ADuM2281 have a default high output and the ADuM2285 and ADuM2286 have a default low output.
- General-purpose, high voltage, multichannel isolation
- Medical equipment
- Power supplies
- RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 transceiver isolation
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This product has been released to the market. The data sheet contains all final specifications and operating conditions. For new designs, ADI recommends utilization of these products.
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Safety and Regulatory Compliance Information
The iCoupler® family of digital isolation products have been tested and approved by various regulatory agencies,...
First Digital Isolators to Achieve 8.3mm Creepage Packaging
ADI has released its first packaging technology for digital isolators that achieve a minimum of 8mm creepage distance to
Product Selection Guide
Digital Isolator Product Selection and Resource Guide
ADI has always placed the highest emphasis on delivering products that meet the maximum levels of quality and reliability. We achieve this by incorporating quality and reliability checks in every scope of product and process design, and in the manufacturing process as well. "Zero defects" for shipped products is always our goal.
The USA list pricing shown is for BUDGETARY USE ONLY, shown in United States dollars (FOB USA per unit for the stated volume), and is subject to change. International prices may differ due to local duties, taxes, fees and exchange rates. For volume-specific price or delivery quotes, please contact your local Analog Devices, Inc. sales office or authorized distributor. Pricing displayed for Evaluation Boards and Kits is based on 1-piece pricing.


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Omron 7 Series Wrist
About this itemOur advanced, portable model is slim and more discrete for readings anywhere you go. It employs smart Heart Guide Technology, which is automatically activated the moment your wrist is at heart level, for a precise reading every time.
The Omron 7 Series Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor is a slim and discreet portable medical device that gives you accurate blood pressure readings. It's the perfect choice for working professionals and frequent travelers. This advanced wrist monitor uses smart Heart Guide Technology, which automatically activates the moment your wrist is at heart level. You'll get a precise reading every time.
A one-touch button reports on your daily blood pressure average over a period of eight weeks. The BP level indicator can be used to compare your blood pressure reading to international guidelines. If your heartbeat is irregular, the Omron 7 Series Monitor features a detector alerts as you measure your blood pressure. If you have a friend with the same needs, the two-person mode and 200-memory storage can be used to track and store your readings.
- Heart Guide Technology - Automatically activates when your wrist is at heart level, ensuring consistently accurate readings. Flashing orange and blue indicator lights help guide your wrist to your heart level, making it easier to find the correct position
- Two User Mode - Allows two different users to monitor and track their readings separately in the stored memory
- BP Level Indicator - Shows how your reading compares to internationally recognized guidelines for normal home blood pressure levels
- Slim Portable Design - New slim design is more discrete and convenient for portability, allowing users to monitor their blood pressure at home, work or anywhere
- Irregular Heartbeat Detector - This monitor can detect and alert you to irregular heartbeats while your blood pressure is being measured
- Advanced Averaging - Exclusive technology automatically displays the average of up to the last 3 readings taken within the last 10 minutes
- 200 Memory Storage - 100 memory storage for each user (200 total) with date and time stamp allows you to review the last 100 readings with a touch of a button


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Topic: Congratulations danger!
We'd like to officially welcome danger to the Rails Forum moderation team. Danger was one of the earliest members at Rails Forum, and remains one of the most active and helpful. We're very happy to have him on the moderation team and hope you'll join us in congratulating him.
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Catalina Toddler Bed
- Overview
Sturdy and snug, our Catalina Toddler Bed is carefully crafted for lasting comfort.
- 30.5" wide x 55" long x 25.5" high
- Expertly crafted with a kiln-dried solid wood frame.
- Fitted with two detachable guardrails.
- Slat-roll foundation is designed for use without a box spring.
- Use with our Lullaby or Supreme Crib Mattress (sold separately).
- Our exclusive finishes are applied by hand for exceptional richness, durability and depth of color.
- Wood swatches, below, are available for $20 each. We will provide a merchandise refund for swatches if they're returned within 30 days.
- Assembly required.
- Dimensions & Care
- Overall: 30.5" wide x 55" long x 25.5" high
- Headboard: 30.5" wide x 25.5" high x 2" deep
- Footboard: 30.5" wide x 10" high x 2" deep
- Interior: 27.5" wide x 51.5" long
- Fits standard crib-sized mattress.
- Side Rails: 51" long x 5.5" high x 0.5" thick
- Clearance under side rails: 5.5"
- Guardrail (2): 26.5" long x 20.5" high x 1" thick
- Slats: 10
- Weight: 56 pounds
- Dust often using a soft, dry cloth.
- Protect from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.
- Blot spills immediately with a clean, damp cloth.
- We do not recommend the use of chemical cleansers, abrasives, furniture polish or wax.
- Shipping & Return Info
This is an oversized item.
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Return Policy
At Pottery Barn Kids, we take great pride in the quality and craftsmanship of our products. Attention to design, materials, safety and construction is our priority. We carefully inspect your order prior to shipment; upon receipt, please inspect your purchase and notify us of any damage. We will arrange for a prompt replacement. If, within 7 days for Quick Ship upholstery and 30 days for all other products, you are dissatisfied for any reason, you may return your purchase for a refund of the merchandise value.
If your return for Merchandise Credit Cards is greater than $10,000, we will issue $10,000 in Merchandise Credit Cards to you that day, and then mail additional Merchandise Credit Card(s) for the amount in excess of $10,000 to you.
We cannot accept returns on monogrammed, personalized, special-order items, or on items damaged through normal wear and tear. We also cannot accept returns of final-sale items, which are identified by a price that ends in $0.99.
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If the Prince Original Graphite Mid was a bit too small for you, and the Oversize was a tad too large, this 100 square inch Midplus could very well be just right. One of the most iconic frames of all time is back in a headsize that may be more appealing than ever. This "blast from the past" offers a responsive, classic and rock-solid feel that's hard to come by in an age when racquets keep getting stiffer and are filled with space-age materials. Our playtesters felt in complete control from all areas of the court with this racquet and were able to access their full array of shots with ease. While the Graphite 100 won't be as powerful and forgiving as some of the more modern midplus frames, it's going to offer a solid feel, control and responsiveness that may be unmatched on the market today.
The Graphite 100 offered a responsive, solid feel that wasn't watered down with modern technology. Once he added a bit of lead tape to it, Chris felt so confident with it that he was able to go compete. He offered, "I loved the response of this racquet from the baseline. I found a ton of feel and control. I also found this to be a very easy racquet to hit spin with. I was able to roll angles and lobs with lots of topspin. I liked the amount of spin and pace I could get on my forehands and backhands when driving the ball. The racquet was a tad light for me in stock form, so I weighted one up. I liked the response of it so much I played a tournament with it the very next weekend. I was crushing the ball with this racquet and getting all the control and spin I could want."
Andy was taken back a decade or two, channeling one of his all-time favorite players as he dialed in his shots from the baseline. He explained, "This is a classic ball-striker's racquet from the baseline. It's got great control, feel and plow through off both sides. There's a great blend of maneuverability for whippier, longer strokes, and heft for two-handed backhands and slices. I found that when I shortened up my strokes, took the ball early and let the racquet do the work for me (a la Agassi of the '90s), I was able to pound groundstrokes with great precision, spin and power. It's not as forgiving as some of the other 100 square inch racquets on the market today, but it has a more old-school feel to it."
Brittany was also reminded of her past when she took the court with this resurrected classic, and she was able to have exceptional command of her groundstrokes. She said, "My very first racquet was a Prince, and I played with several different Prince racquets for 5 years of junior tennis, two years of high school and half of my college career. With more than nine years of Prince loyalty I was very interested to try out this latest racquet collection from Prince. After a couple of hits with this racquet I recognized the classic Prince feel that this racquet offered. I felt this racquet was slightly easier to maneuver and stiffer than the Longbody. The racquet offered a ton of control, and I enjoyed using the pace of my opponent and effortlessly redirecting the ball back to them. Just like the Longbody, I enjoyed hitting slices with the Graphite 100, and they stayed low and penetrating."
Even though it was a bit of a departure from the type of racquets she normally enjoys, Michelle could also appreciate the classic, solid feel from the baseline. She said, "This racquet has that classic Graphite feel that is so unique in today's realm of 100 square inch modern player's racquets. I enjoyed how solid it felt off the baseline. With all of the new gimmicks and spin technology these days, this was a fun playtest of a simple, classic, all-around great racquet. It felt crisp off the ground, and it also made me feel like my game wasn't being compromised by any added technology. Basically, the racquet did what I asked it to and I didn't have to worry about frills or features. This racquet complemented my bigger, flat groundstrokes, so I could just play my game."
The classic, responsive feel of the Graphite 100 translated perfectly for aggressive net play, and all our playtesters were in total command of their volleys. "The racquet felt solid and stable around the net, with enough heft to block volleys back deep in the court and enough feel to put drop volleys right where I wanted them," said Andy. "There's such a great response off the racquet that I just felt in total control over the ball when I hit it. If I made contact outside the sweetspot the frame did twist a bit, but for the most part there was lots of stability and feel for the net rushers out there."
Chris' variety was on full display. He said, "Solid yet fast, this was a great racquet to volley with. I loved the feel and control I got on my volleys with this racquet. I felt like I could put the ball on a dime; the racquet just felt that precise. The feel was crisp, yet plush and comfortable at the same time. As from the baseline, I thought the blend of power and control was spot on. When punching volleys deep I was able to control the depth perfectly, while finding a smooth power delivery that always had me feeling in control. Again, the weighted up version felt even better because the specs were perfectly matched to my tastes."
Michelle felt discomfort when she made contact toward the edges of the frame, but for the most part she was able to be assertive and aggressive around the net. She said, "I found my volleys to have a solid and crisp feel at the net. It wasn't the most comfortable feeling when I hit off center, but it wasn't painful or jarring. This racquet was easy to maneuver into place at net, and I could be aggressive with the volleys I hit."
The Graphite 100 was less maneuverable than Brittany is used to, but she enjoyed it at net nonetheless. She said, "This racquet had a nice crisp feel up at net. I was very confident hitting volleys and enjoyed playing with this racquet in doubles. I liked being able to place my volley anywhere I wanted. The racquet felt stable with every ball that was hit at me, from a hard flat return to a pesky slice that dropped below the net. I had to make one small adjustment to my volleys, and that would be getting my racquet in place early. I struggled hitting reflex volleys because the racquet wasn't as maneuverable as my usual racquet."
Serving was easy with the Graphite 100, and our playtesters felt like they had total command of any serve they wanted to hit. There were no surprises for Michelle when she toed the line to start a point. She said, "I found this racquet pretty easy to use when serving. It wasn't that there was ample access to power or spin, but it was precise and did what it was supposed to do. If I wanted to hit a flat first serve, the flat first serve was what I got; if I hit a kicker, kick was what I got. Nothing fancy, in my opinion, but it was easy to use and serve well with."
Chris enjoyed the lively, yet controlled, feel of the racquet on serve. He explained, "I could accelerate this racquet easily through the hitting zone, which made it easy to serve with pace and spin. The string pattern is fairly open on this racquet and provided a lively response. I was pleased with the pace of both first and second serves. The open pattern also made it easy to hit with spin. I was getting some nice slice out wide to the deuce court. On kick serves I was getting enough topspin to keep the pace high, and I was serving aggressively."
Andy was using placement and spin like Cy Young-winner Greg Maddux to hold serve. He said, "I had a little trouble going totally flat when I was trying to bomb a serve, but I was using all kinds of spins and locating my serves well, with plenty of pace. I was placing slice serves out wide on the deuce side and kick serves wide on the ad side, and getting them to dive off the court with ease. I was hitting heavy serves with control quite frequently."
Brittany was able to find nice pace, particularly on flat serves, but after a long hitting session the heft of the racquet fatigued her a bit. She offered, "I was really impressed with this racquet on serves. With a tiny bit of extra work I felt I could hit my serve anywhere I wanted. I loved hitting my first serves out wide on the ad side and down the T on the deuce side. I did have a slight problem with my second serve. At the beginning of a match or practice I had no problem going up and after my second serve. When I get tired I don't always swing through as aggressively, and this racquet didn't help that. As soon as I stopped going after my serve completely the ball was dropping into the net. While this forces me to keep going after the ball, my shoulder was getting tired sooner than normal."
Our playtesters had mixed results when returning serve. The team was split by gender. Chris once again felt like all his options were available to him when returning serve. He said, "Offering a good blend of maneuverability and a solid feel, this was a good racquet for me on returns. I was able to get the racquet moving quickly through the hitting zone and that resulted in plenty of pace and spin. I was finding my targets on drive returns and getting great angles when cutting a ball cross court. I also liked the response of this racquet on my slice return. I was hitting my slice heavy and low, getting good skid off the court and making my shot a tough ball for my opponent to dig under. All in all, I felt like I had a lot of options when returning with this racquet. I felt very dialed in on all of my shots and I was swinging away with confidence."
Andy knows what he likes in a racquet when returning serve, and the Graphite 100 fit the bill. He offered, "Returning serve is my favorite element of the game, and the Graphite 100 was a dream to return with. It has everything I look for in a racquet when returning serve: It's maneuverable, it's stable and it provides lots of control. I felt like I could be aggressive and take the return early or block chip returns back deep, both with relative ease and confidence."
While the guys returned serve with ease, Brittany thought there wasn't enough maneuverability to allow her to return the way she likes. She said, "Like the Longbody version, the return was probably my least favorite stroke with this racquet. I struggled with maneuverability and felt like I was late most of the time when returning serve. I'm normally an aggressive returner, and I like to stand on the baseline and step into the court to hit returns. To give myself more time I stood a couple steps behind the baseline on first serves, and I didn't feel I could be as aggressive. My returns were more defensive to start the point."
Michelle also felt like something was missing. She said, "My return experience varied through this playtest. To enjoy this racquet when returning against bigger servers I had to keep a short backswing and deflect the pace back to start the point aggressively. At times, on a weaker serve, I really had to swing through the return and accelerate to get the aggressiveness I was looking for."
Chris - "I loved the control, feel, spin, crisp response, maneuverability and stability, and the way the racquet came through contact. This truly is an old-school racquet that happens to be a perfect fit for the modern game."
Brittany - "I liked the classic feel and control this racquet offered. I also enjoyed serving with it (especially my first serve)."
Andy - "Exceptional control and feel from all areas of the court. It was easy to swing, while at the same time it provided plenty of stability. It felt great on virtually any shot I tried with it."
Michelle - "A classic racquet in a 100 square inch head, what's not to like? This racquet just complements your game. It kind of molds to whatever kind of player you are, which I enjoyed. It was easy to use."
Chris - "In stock form it was a little too light for me. However, once I weighted one up it felt absolutely perfect."
Brittany - "Due to my game style I look for a little more power and maneuverability in my racquet."
Andy - "Just my personal taste, but I'd go with something just a bit stiffer and livelier. I also preferred the plow through of the Longbody over the standard length version."
Michelle - "I didn't dislike it, but the flex of this frame was something I had to get used to."
Chris - "More forgiving than the Prince Original Graphite Mid and more control-oriented than the Graphite Oversize, this one seems to offer the best of both worlds. I think it stacks right up there against the best of the current midplus player's racquets, yet brings some needed old-school feel and touch to the mix. This is the best midplus racquet I've ever hit from Prince."
Brittany - "I preferred playing with the Graphite 100 over the Longbody. I thought the racquet was slightly more maneuverable, and I preferred the slightly stiffer feel. While I enjoyed volleying more with the Longbody, I enjoyed the overall performance of the Graphite 100, especially when hitting serves and groundstrokes."
Andy - "It has that old-school control and feel of a Head MicroGel Radical MP or Wilson BLX Six.One 95, but it's more forgiving with its 100 square inch head. Mostly, though, it just feels like that classic Prince Graphite that's been so successful for so long. The classic is back!"
Michelle - "This racquet can only be compared to the original Prince Graphite. I can honestly say there really isn't anything on the market today that feels like this racquet."
(Scores are determined by averaging individual play test scores)
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Chris: 5.0 all-court player currently using the Volkl C10 Pro 2012. Chris uses a full-western forehand grip, has a fast swing style and hits a one-handed backhand.
Brittany: Open level player with a semi-western forehand and a two-handed backhand. She currently plays with the Yonex V-Core 100S.
Andy: Open level all court player with a semi-western forehand grip and a two handed backhand. Andy currently using a Wilson Blade 98 18x20.
Michelle: Open level baseline player with a semi-western forehand and a two handed backhand. She currently plays with the Babolat Pure Drive Roddick.
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Wynona F. Pyle, 100 of Carrier Mills, passed away Thursday, Feb. 14, 2013, in Harrisburg Medical Center.
She was born in Harrisburg on Aug. 8, 1912, to the late Walter E. and Malinda M. Lanham Todd. On Feb. 28, 1928, in Marion, she married Cecil Claude Pyle and he preceded her in death on Aug. 19, 1974. Wynona was a homemaker and lived her entire life in Carrier Mills. She was a member of the Main Street Church of God for 81 years and was recently recognized as the oldest living charter member of the Church of God in the state of Illinois.
She is survived by three sons, Billy Joe (late Mary) Pyle of Carrier Mills, George (Marie) Pyle of Phoenix City, Ala., Richard (Jamii) Pyle of Ozark; three daughters, Sharon (late George) Riley of Harrisburg, Brenda (Dave) Harrison of Pekin and Virginia (Gary) Wright of Carrier Mills.
She was the proud grandmother to 28 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and 27 great-great-grandchildren.
She is survived by a half brother, James Floyd; three half sisters, Estelle Floyd of Mt. Carmel, Twila Yates of Homer, Mich., and Betty Mae Floyd of Puyallup, Wash.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Linda Galas; son, Jerry Pyle; son, William Pyle; and daughter, Velina Pyle; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; one sister, Evelyn Pankey; and a half brother, Joseph Floyd.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 18, 2013, at Absher-Nicholson Funeral Home in Carrier Mills. The Rev. Harold Miller and the Rev. Fred Ping will officiate and burial will be in Salem Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 9 a.m. until the funeral hour on Monday.
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Donors conference pledges to assist Mali
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At the donors conference held in Addis Ababa on 29 January, the international community provided more than 450 million US dollars for Mali. Part of the funds are earmarked for AFISMA, the African-led support mission in the country. Germany pledged to provide a comprehensive assistance package which includes a contribution of 20 million US dollars to the UN's trust fund for AFISMA and the Malian armed forces.
Speaking in Berlin on 29 January, Foreign Minister Westerwelle said, "Germany recognizes its responsibility. To support the work of liberating Mali, we will be providing financial, logistical and humanitarian assistance as well as equipment and expertise to train Mali's army."
He also underlined the key importance of a political solution: "While the military operation is right and proper, we do need to stay determined in seeking to launch a serious negotiation process as well."
Responding to repeated calls from the international community, the Malian Government has now drawn up a roadmap for a return to constitutional order.
International assistance at many levels
International support for Mali is currently being mobilized at various different levels. French soldiers have been in Mali since 11 January as part of a combat operation to prevent Islamist rebels advancing from the north.
Mali has been beset by severe crisis since early 2012. Fighting between Government troops and Tuareg rebels broke out in the north of the country in January 2012. The situation was then exacerbated by a coup in March 2012, in which sections of the military overthrew President Touré. Islamist groups managed to gain control of large parts of northern Mali during the coup and the related unrest. They advanced southward at the beginning of 2013, prompting France to respond to the Malian Government's request for intervention.
The EU Foreign Ministers agreed on 17 January to set up an EU training mission (EUTM Mali). Intended to train members of Mali's armed forces, the mission is to running by mid-February at the latest. EUTM Mali is not to become involved in combat situations. Foreign Minister Westerwelle said the most important thing was to enable Mali and the African forces to themselves bring about greater stabilization in Mali.
German support
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Germany intends to provide instructors for the EU mission and is also helping to transport ECOWAS troops to Mali. The German Government has made three Transall transport aircraft available for that purpose, which are already being used, and it is examining options of other ways in which to help. Around 50 flak vests, for example, are soon to be sent to Mali.
Furthermore, the African-led support mission AFISMA was deployed on 18 January. ECOWAS intends to raise the size of the force to 7700 soldiers.
However, the African troop providers need financial support as well. A donors conference was therefore held in Addis Ababa on 29 January. The German Government pledged during it to provide Mali and its African partners with a comprehensive assistance package which includes a contribution of 20 million US dollars to the UN's trust fund for AFISMA and the Malian armed forces.
Speaking in Berlin on 29 January, Foreign Minister Westerwelle said, "Germany recognizes its responsibility. To support the work of liberating Mali, we will be providing financial, logistical and humanitarian assistance as well as equipment and expertise to train Mali's army."
Security Council resolutions
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The legal basis for this international intervention is provided by decisions taken by the United Nations Security Council. On 20 December 2012, the Council adopted Resolution 2085 (2012) to sanction an African-led International Support Mission in Mali (AFISMA) and authorize ECOWAS to reestablish Mali's territorial integrity.
The resolution calls on all countries to support these objectives. Resolution 2071 (2012) of 12 October 2012 also sees the Security Council pledge support for the planning of an international military operation as well as calling on regional and international partners to help improve the capabilities of Mali's army.
Humanitarian aid
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At the same time, Germany is also engaged in humanitarian relief efforts to improve conditions for the people in Mali as well as the many refugees. On 16 January, the German Government pledged an additional one million euros in humanitarian aid. Germany has pledged a total of 13.65 million euros in humanitarian aid for Mali since the end of 2011. This goes to support the activities of organizations including the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the World Food Programme (WFP), the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and German NGOs in Mali.
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Creasy able to 'cash' in
June 4, 2011
CLOVIS — Luke Creasy just got a new bundle of Cash in his life, so a new chunk of cash would be appreciated.
Creasy, an Alberta, Canada, native who now resides in Deming, was one of eight bareback riders looking to get into the top six on Saturday at the PRCA Pioneer Days Rodeo at Curry County Events Center — a.k.a. into the money, a.k.a. into the cash.
Along with friendly reminders, "You are in Clovis, N.M." and "Today is June 4, 2011," posts on the east wall showed the bareback scores from Thursday and Friday night's runs posted.
That meant that any Saturday night competitor was so inclined to look, they knew before they stepped in the chute they'd need to at least beat a 77, and maybe hold off some of their Saturday brethren, to end the night in the money.
They had encouragement from a sizeable crowd, and from public address announcer Charlie Throckmorton.
"Will we have a new leader tonight? I think so," Throckmorton said boisterously before Creasy's run opened matters.
Is knowing what you need an advantage? Well, Creasy said, you can imagine it into anything you want, but you're better off blocking it out and doing your best run.
"You don't really think about it," Creasy said. "You don't want anything to change what you're going to do. You always want to put out the most technical performance you can, while being flashy. Any day's a good day."
Thursday might have been the best of days, however. While others were setting the marks in the rodeo's opening night performance, Creasy was welcoming his son into the world. The birth certificate says Lucas Jr., but he said he'd probably call his son by his middle name — Cash.
Because Cash is now around, Creasy has an even greater motivation to get cash from every rodeo — at least, more cash than he puts in. The entry fee was $81, but Creasy's 83 was enough to put him in a tie for third place and a $649.80 check.
That put him behind Will Lowe and Matt Bright, who tied for first place and each claimed $1,256.28. But $649.80 isn't bad for a few seconds of work.
"As long as it's enough to keep me going," said Creasy, who's got a few days of family time before his next rodeo Thursday in Cortez, Colo.


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Welcome everyone to Hagi SO 12 "Spirits" where you will find photos, specs, pricing, general info about this spirited SO, and of course ordering information.
This SO was created by Yamane Seigan specifically for us! It is a TeaChat exclusive that was created for this SO.
Please see the first reply to this post regarding ordering and much more info about this Hagi SO 12 "Spirit."
There are a total of 15 pieces. The size is 3.93-4.13" W x 2.75-2.93" H.
Also, as all SOs, the signed wood box includes a special designation stamp indicating the piece was made for the TC SO!
You can find all photos about this SO in my photobucket here: http://s285.photobucket.com/albums/ll60/Teamaan/TC%20SO%2012%20Seigan%20Spirit/?start=0
There are 5 images per grouping of 2. Keep this in mind as you view.
The first image of each group is NOT representative of the overall color, the images that follow are, the overall effect is lighter (like the photos in this post), clear/translucent glaze intended to show off the super oni Hagi clay (rough sand/clay).
The top is virtually clear which fades into intermittent light blue. Thus the name "Spirit."
The foot is very substantial, requested as such and modeled after SO 8 ... I love the feel of that one!
Very striking and quite a unique look in a Hagi! I call this an extreme Hagi piece. The piece is extreme in every way, extreme Oni Hagi clay/sand, extremely unique glaze designed to show off the extreme oni Hagi clay/sand, and bubbling in the glaze interior which is due to the expreme Oni Hagi clay/sand.
The cost is 50 USD plus shipping. This is a special price for members of TeaChat and I feel represents an excellent value given the extreme nature of the piece, the difficulty in producing, and its uniqueness and the extremely small run of 15 pieces.
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This is a scarce early 1840 to 1854 Black transfer ware teapot by William Ridgeway.It is titled Wilkes Barre Vale of Wyoming. It is in good condition with a tiny flea bite on the top edge of the spout and the edge of the lid and a very small chip on the under side of the inside lip...
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This is a very rare [one of 2 known] ice cream set with hand painted scenes of imaginary polar exploration.Created around 1870 the scenes are derived from illustrations in Jules Verne novels by Edward Riou. The unmarked dishes are believed to have been made in France and then decorated in this country. The other set like this was featured in a article about Arctic Imagery in the February 2007 issue of the magazine Antiques on page 78...


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"Be great. Go serve."
This was the challenge presented to Union College freshmen during the new student induction ceremony Monday night at Conway Boatman Chapel.
Keynote speaker Walter Crouch, Ph.D., issued this simple, yet meaningful challenge and encouraged students to measure success not by material gains, but by interpersonal growth achieved through volunteer work. As CEO and President of Appalachia Service Project, a Christian volunteer organization concerned with home repair for low-income families in Central Appalachia, Crouch is a credible source for this advice.
"I want more than success for you. I want you to be great," he said, urging students to become volunteers as a means for reaching transformation.
"Imagine living in a home where you have to set out pans and buckets every time it rains…a home where several children huddle together to sleep on the floor of one room every night," said Crouch. "The need is great…we need your help."
The 233 new students in Monday's audience were invited to serve among Crouch's volunteer groups. The ASP, based in Johnson City, Tenn., travels each summer to various sites in Appalachia where substandard housing is common. "Many of those are right here in Knox County, where ASP worked on 14 homes this past summer, 11 of those in the Stinking Creek area," Crouch said.
Union College was the home site for the first ASP mission in 1969. Union hosted the group again this past year and many years in between.
Crouch's message was part of the ninth annual new student induction ceremony known as CIRCLES, an acronym for Celebration, Integrity, Responsibility, Civility, Learning, Engagement and Spirituality.
During the service each year, various groups pledge to help students succeed. These groups include faculty, staff, community members and current students. The highlight of the event is a candlelit, formal presentation of the college's Integrity of Character medallion. Each student receives the medallion and keeps it throughout his or her college career.
Then, at the baccalaureate service on the eve of their undergraduate commencement, these students will be asked to present the medallions back to important mentors who particularly helped them succeed.


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Leaving from post position 2 in the six-furlong sprint for
3-year-olds and up, Comma to the Top shot to the lead under jockey Joel
Rosario and led by 1 ½ lengths over
Head Heart Hoof through an opening quarter-mile in 22.92 seconds.
Multiple challengers lined up to offer bids following a half in 46.29,
with Saturday's Charm taking a narrow lead in the stretch and Head Heart
Hoof poking his head in front of Comma to the
Top to take second.
Comma to the Top, carrying the colors of Gary Barber, was not to
be denied, however, as he re-rallied and regained the lead in the final
stride to beat Saturday's Charm
by the narrowest of margins. Head Heart Hoof reported home a length
behind in third and a neck in front of fourth-place finisher Consortium.
"He tries hard, this horse," said
"To come in here and show up like that, he's something special. He hung
on there and kept going. I didn't know whether I had won, it was tough.
I'm glad for the horse he won."
The 2-1 favorite in the field of 10, Comma to the Top returned $6.30 for a $2 wager and completed the distance in 1:10.26.
Comma to the Top won the 2010 Grade 1, 1 1/16-mile CashCall Futurity at
Park as a 2-year-old, but his current
campaign has focused on sprints. He entered the Tom Fool off three
sprint starts at Santa Anita: a victory in an off-the-turf edition of
the Grade 3 Daytona on December 29, a fourth in the Grade
2 Palos Verdes on January 19, and a third in last week's Grade 2 San
"We put ourselves out there and a lot of people were second
guessing the decision [to run back in a week], but I live with the horse
seven days a week and know the horse,"
said winning trainer Peter Miller by telephone.
Comma to the Top, a 5-year-old gelded son of Bwana Charlie,
earned $120,000 for his Tom Fool victory. He is 12-2-2 in 28 starts and
has earned a shade below $1.2 million.
Smash finished fifth, followed home by Be Bullish, Johannesburg Smile, St Liams Halo, Heart Butte, and Off the Jak.
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Topic: Disabling Features and Upkeep
Hello everyone,
I was wondering if anyone would like to share some thoughts, ideas, or concerns as to what are considered best practices for creating an application with features such as:
(1) Being able to disable a portion of the application without affecting everything else
(2) Administrative interfaces for being able to disable a portion of the application
(3) Is this something that would be best to implement into the application from the very beginning?
(4) What are the pros and cons to implementing such a feature
These are ideas I had jumping around in my head, but I am not too sure if this is something I should build out for those "just in case" situations.
All and any feedback, comments, ideas, or suggestions is MUCH appreciated.
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