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The Georgia quarterback is better now. The South Carolina loss is old news, and friends helped clean up his house that some fools had egged and toilet papered after the game, presumably displeased with his passing rating. Back home, his father's cancer surgery went well.
Defeat. Vandalism. And then finding out his father had thyroid cancer.
``The worst 12 hours of my life,'' Aaron Murray tweeted over the weekend, and how sad is it when a 21-year-old must feel that way? So Wednesday seemed a good day to find how out he was doing.
``I actually got some good news last night,'' he said over the phone from Athens, Ga. ``My class got canceled this morning, so I got to sleep in this morning. Hopefully things are starting to turn around.''
They are not just robots out there with helmets on college football Saturdays. They are kids who can feel pain and anguish, and Murray just lived through a deluge of it. First came the pounding Saturday night at South Carolina. He was only 11-for-31, without a touchdown pass, and that qualifies as a nightmare scenario for any quarterback.
But here's a guy who has 71 career touchdown passes for Georgia, so doesn't he deserve some understanding?
Then the return to campus in the wee hours Sunday morning — to find his house trashed. No one rational would do that, but this is SEC-land, where the fringe zealots poison trees and egg quarterback homes. Then the cruelest blow yet later Sunday morning. As Murray sat in his room, brooding over the loss and the damage, the word came out of nowhere. His father Dennis had cancer.
``One thing after another after another,'' he said Wednesday of those hours. ``Everything turned for the worse.''
A quarterback must adjust, cope, persevere, get back up when knocked down. So must a son. One by one, Murray had to face the shadows that had suddenly shown up in his life.
The vandalism?
``We understand it really is a small minority. The majority of our fans are great,'' he said. ``There was definitely some anger. It is a little hard not to be mad at all the fans and blame them all. But you have to really sit back and know it is a minority and move on. Just know that it was a childish act done by a couple of people.''
The cancer?
``I was being a little baby after the game and not talking to any one, really upset about the outcome. When you hear something like that, you don't think about the game. You don't worry about what the score was, win or lose, and how I did. It really doesn't mean anything.''
His parents told him to stay in Athens. No need to rush to Tampa for Monday's surgery. ``They didn't want us to worry about it too much. But I told my brother, `We're going home.' ''
For seven hours, Aaron and Josh Murray traveled south, trying to downsize a monster. The South Carolina game suddenly seemed far away.
His father did fine in surgery. The prognosis is good. Aaron set out for the return to Athens on Tuesday, hoping nothing else negative was going to happen.
Oh, did we mention the speeding ticket? That came in Gainesville, Fla. — home of the Gators — and you can guess what a chance a Georgia quarterback had of getting off with a warning.
``I hadn't slept in three days and I was in a zone, and I was just trying to get back to Athens as fast as I could,'' he said. ``I knew as soon as he pulled me over, I wasn't getting a break. I'm wearing a Georgia football shirt and I'm in Gainesville. There's no luck in this one.''
Finally — campus, practice teammates. The Bulldogs might be taking shots from the outside world for the South Carolina flop, but they had one of their own to soothe.
``Texts all through the weekend, hugs, lots of prayers,'' Murray said of what his team gave him.
Georgia is idle this week, for the quarterback and the son. He's going back to Tampa on Friday to see his father. Please leave his house alone.


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Technically, the reason why Minato's and Naruto's seal markings are reversed wasn't yet explained, we can only guess that it might have something to do with sealing different parts of Kyubi, or perhaps sealing it to different parts of their existence.
It's actually possible that Minato and Naruto gained different bonuses thanks to different utilization of the same sealing method. For instances, Minato doesn't posses the emotion sensor that both Naruto and Mito possessed, thought it is unknown if it had something to do with the half-kyubi, the sealing method, or perhaps the Uzumaki lineage.
The Bijuu themselves don't posses their own bodies (there is only one belonging to Jyubi), they rather utilize their own chakra and implanted So6p jutsu to create own bodies when they are on the loose (that is why when they are without Jinchurki, their forms are set and when their chakras are missing they simply get smaller instead of being deformed, thought Naruto and Kyubi inner final battle would suggest otherwise).

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Currently the Lloyd J. Old Chair for Clinical Investigation at Sloan-Kettering, Wolchok is in many ways continuing the work that Dr. Old began. Like his predecessor, Wolchok directs CRI's clinical program, including its international clinical trials network. A leading physician-scientist, Wolchok is pioneering the testing of combination immunotherapies for patients with cancer.
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What a huge flavor punch this gives my food, especially my salads. It is not the same as sprinkling garlic powder on food. And it adds a nice crunch. It was getting expensive buying the small bottles, so I gave in and bought this bulk item and I'm going to refill the smaller bottles for travel.
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John Wesley Harding may take his name from a Bob Dylan album and be a modern-day folksinger, but with the biting, cynical observations in his songs and a sharp sense of humor combined with winning melodies, he shows that his true forefathers are Elvis Costello and Nick Lowe with a hint of Billy Bragg. Far from being a follower or strict revivalist, however, Harding draws on a wide assortment of musical influences, pushing the boundaries of the all-too-often formulaic singer/songwriter tag to create something all his own.
Wesley Harding Stace was born in Hastings, East Sussex, England in 1965. He taught himself guitar, picking out songs by John Prine, Loudon Wainwright, and Bob Dylan, and he eventually began writing on his own as a teenager. In 1988, he cut short his Ph.D. studies at Cambridge University in favor of a career in music. An opening slot for John Hiatt attracted the attention of Demon Records, who signed him and released the live It Happened One Night the same year. In 1990, he teamed up with producer Andy Paley and members of Elvis Costello's Attractions (the association would cause Costello comparisons that would continue to haunt him) to record Here Comes the Groom for Sire. He supported the album alone in the U.S., where his spirited live shows attracted a great deal of word-of-mouth attention and a strong cult following, especially in alternative and college radio. He followed with The Name Above the Title in 1991 and Why We Fight in 1992.
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Eight Historic Pipe Organs of the Copper Country / Christina Harmon, organ
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By Brendan Conway
Here's a sign of the fear of the Federal Reserve and the love for yield. ETF investors now have more money in dividend-themed funds than they do in ETFs devoted to Treasury bonds.
That's the observation by Ned Davis Research's Neil Leeson and Wenbo Zhou, who note assets invested in the group have mushroomed from $55 billion last year to just over $80 billion at last check. This coincides with a surge in investor worry that interest rates have nowhere to go but up (not to mention fear of missing out on stock-market gains).
Vanguard Dividend Appreciation (VIG), the category leader, has enjoyed $3.2 billion inflows this year, while SPDR S&P Dividend ETF (SDY) has taken in $1.2 billion. The figure for Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (VYM) is $1.6 billion. Data are from XTF.com.
Meanwhile, iShares TIPS Bond ETF (TIP) has lost $6.9 billion to outflows and funds such as iShares 3-7 Year Treasury Bond ETF (IEI) have seen several hundred million out the door. The category of ETFs based on federal debt currently holds $67 billion, according to XTF.com.
After the runup in the group, Leeson and Zhou are urging investors who insist on taking the dividend route to consider laggardly emerging-markets alternatives.
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Hennepin Canal Parkway State Park
The Hennepin Canal State Park, a 104-mile linear park, is a rustic, historic, educational, and recreational jewel spanning five counties and includes the entire width of Henry County with access points in Annawan, Atkinson, Geneseo, and Colona. It offers an up-close look at a fascinating piece of transportation history. It is popular with bicyclists who ride from town to town exploring the history, dining, lodging, and entertainment possibilities as they travel. The canal multi-purpose recreational trail is a portion of the American Discovery Trail, a 6,800-mile coast-to-coast trail devoted to non-motorized use. It is also part of the Grand Illinois Trail, a 535-mile loop through northern Illinois. The tree-lined park is a refuge with prairie restorations and wetlands slicing through corn and soybean farmland. Home to diverse flora and fauna, it has become a favorite for bird watchers and prairie enthusiasts. It offers numerous year-round opportunities to boat, hike, bike, fish, ride horseback, snowmobile, ice skate, and cross-country ski. Explore Henry County's jewel – the Hennepin Canal. In wintertime experience the longest snowmobile trail in the state -- 91 miles on the tow path. You can use the ice at your own risk, but pay heed to the locks, bridges and culverts where the ice likely is thinner than the rest of the canal. Bring your blades, skating along the canal is free! Keep in mind the rule is there must be 4" of snow and 6" of frost on canal for route to be open. Call the Visitor Center for automated message.
A complete equestrian center offering English & Western riding lessons, boarding trail rides, pony rides, hayrides, carriages rides and barnyard zoo. Heated indoor arena.
Whether you're interested in science or just fishing in the ponds near the buffalo herd you're welcome at Fermilab. Take a self-guided tour of the laboratory, the Art Gallery and science and educational displays. View the grounds from the 15th floor observation area. Visitors may also visit the Lederman Science Center. Performing arts and lectures. Groups welcome by appointment. Public tours are offered every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. and as part of the Ask-a-Scientist event on the first Sunday of each month.
This forest preserve has miles of wooded trails and a quarry lake suitable for hiking and horseback. Fishing, canoeing and kayaking permitted in season.
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Find serenity at this beautiful 1700-acre wooded park situated along an old stagecoach route between Galena and Beardstown. Featuring 95-acre Argyle Lake, the park is home to countless beaver dams and more than 200 bird species and 5 miles of hiking and biking trails.
Todd Hall Retreat and Conference Center
Visitors are invited to walk the tree-lined paths and beautiful labyrinth. The center is open for group reservations.
Offers private lessons on gaited horses, indoor and outdoor facilities, lessons for all ages and skill levels and lesson packages available. Beginners, refreshers, pleasure or show. Home of several world champion walking horses. Call for reservations.
CITY:Creal Springs
Egyptian Hills Resort is your passport to the Ultimate outdoor family vacation. Whether you are into waterskiing, wakeboarding, tubing, sport fishing, or pleasure boating; the Lake of Egypt is a boater's paradise. All within a stone's throw of your cabin. Within minutes of your cabin, your family can enjoy guided expeditions such as; horseback riding, rock climbing, mountain biking, kayaking, geo-caching, wildlife photography and many other outdoor activities. Whether planning a single activity or multiple activities for your group, we at Egyptian Hills are your personal concierge in planning your ultimate outdoor family vacation. Whether onsite or through one of our partner guides, all activities are tailored for all ages and experience levels.
CITY:Creal Springs
Newly constructed French Country style home located on 100 acres featuring equine hotel, nature trails, and fishing pond. The outdoors is as enchanting and as lively as it is indisde. Each of the 4 guest rooms is tastefully decorated.
Bluffdale is an Illinois farm vacation dude ranch and bed & breakfast. Parent Magazine's "Top 10 Family Resorts in North America." Our family has been welcoming guests to our historic Illinois farm near Eldred, Illinois since 1963. Recreation activities include horseback riding, boating, fishing, swimming, hayrides, bonfires, sing-alongs and more. Bluffdale is famous for its generous home cooked meals with home baked bread, rolls and pies. Our luxury cabins, featuring a fireplace and hot tub, are ideal for romantic getaway weekend or honeymoon bed & breakfast lodging. Spring brings a wide variety of wildflowers and morel mushrooms. In fall the bluffs make a colorful drive and eagle watch from Alton to Bluffdale along the Great River Road, a National Scenic Byway. Check our website for rates and availability.
Two miles of beginner and intermediate hiking trails, educational signage teaches about tree and forestry practices. This forest is the perfect place to spend the day. Horses welcome!
The Busse Woods Trail system is located within Ned Brown Forest Preserve, a 3,700-acre property in the western suburbs. There are 11.2 miles of paved trails for cyclists, equestrians and pedestrians. The main loop is nearly 8 miles, circling some lakes and meadows, while a couple of much shorter side loops will take you to the north and south end of the forest preserve. The Busse Woods Trail connects with the Schaumburg Bikeway on the west, and on the north, Busse Woods links to the Rolling Meadows Bikeway system. Some key features of the forest preserve include fishing, boat rentals and a small herd of captive resident elk. The trails are open from sunrise to sunset.
CITY:Elk Grove
The Illinois Prairie Path was the first successful "rail-to-trail" conversion in the United States and inspired a national rail-to-trail movement in the United States in the mid-1960s. The trail is named for its rare segments of original, thousand year-old prairies. With 62 miles of biking, hiking, jogging, equestrian, and nature trails, this is an amazing natural resource that encompasses 4 towns: Elgin, Aurora, Batavia and Geneva and 3 counties. The surface is both asphalt and crushed stone.
At Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa go golfing on one of four championship courses, horseback riding along hilly wooded trails, boating on the sapphire waters of Lake Galena, or soaring over the countryside in a hot air balloon with Galena on the Fly. Relax in the luxury of the resort's Stonedrift Spa with a pampering massage. Eagle Ridge offers a wide variety of lodging that ranges from traditional inn rooms to golf villas and distinctive homes.
Trail ride in beautiful Southern Illinois. Hourly to full-day rates. Over night pack trips and lunch or dinner outings. Group rates and boarding available. Great horses for all riders, experienced or not. Professional guides, cool wooded trails. Rustic Loft Lodging available
At 8,000 acres, Pere Marquette State Park is the largest state park in Illinois. Go hiking on wooded trails, biking along scenic bluffs, fishing and boating on the Illinois River, or horseback riding through the forest. The park is also known for its guided fall color drives and eagle-watching tours in the winter. The rustic stone-and-timber Pere Marquette Lodge makes a great base for exploring the area.
Pere Marquette Lodge and Conference Center
As a centerpeice of Pere Marquette State Park, the lodge and restaurant are an attraction for visitors from miles around. Visitors can spend a day at the park and explore the Great Room of the lodge, dine in the restaurant or even spend a night in a cozy lodge room or cabin. The centerpeice of the rustic timber 1930s Great Room is the 700 ton stone fireplace and life-size chess set. The Great Rooms beckons visitors to pull up a chair and a glass of wine with a view of the Illinois River. The Lodge restaurant is known for its family-style chicken dinner and season Sunday brunch buffets. Spend the afternoon or a weekend for an unforgettable experience.
Provides a scenic riding trail for riding enjoyment. Two acres fenced in for horses, several electrical and water hook-ups. Located west of Grand Tower, the site overlooks the Mississippi River. Horse trails are open year 'round.
CITY:Grand Tower
The Shawnee National Forest is famed for its awesome Garden of the Gods, and is home to the Rim Rock Recreational Trail (the forest has a system of 403 miles of equestrian/hiking trails). Hikers are greeted by magnificent jutting walls of rock covered with emerald-green moss, and paths that meander through canyons under the forest canopy. Nestled between the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers, the stunning Shawnee National Forest landscape features rolling hills, lakes, creeks and rugged bluffs. If you're into climbing than a must-see is Jackson Falls, located near the town of Ozark in the Hidden Springs Ranger District in Shawnee National Forest. The climb takes place on 60 feet of sandstone cliffs and boulders that include numerous freestanding towers.
Set among the rugged slopes of the Ozark Hills in Southern Illinois, this site offers picnic shelters with roadside fireplaces throughout the forest. Features a network of trails for hiking and horseback riding enthusiasts.
We offer 2 cabins and 131 campsites. Enjoy the biking/running trails, bird/eagle watching, hiking, horseback riding trails, hunting, rock climbing, rappelling and the Shawnee National Forests.
One-hour guided horseback rides, hayrack and carriage rides for private rental, and barn dances are available. Open through March and October.
CITY:Le Roy
Lake Lou Yaeger, this 1400+ acre lake offers 45 miles of beautiful shoreline and several recreational opportunities. Visitors can enjoy boating, skiing, swimming, fishing, and camping. The 300 acre park has five picnic areas, two playgrounds, pavilions, grills, restrooms, and hiking trails. With miles of horse trails and a new equestrian campground with full hook-ups and shower house, Lake Lou is a great destination for horse enthusiasts. Milnot Beach has two diving platforms, showers, snack bar, and lifeguards on duty.
With over 3,000 acres of rolling plains and two lakes, Rock Cut State Park is a hiker's paradise. It's also home to some of the best mountain biking in northeastern Illinois, offering 10 miles of dirt and sand terrain, doubletrack and singletrack trails. One of the loops is 4.25-miles, the Main Trail, which runs around Pierce Lake. Another loop snakes around the northeast corner of the park and leads through dense trees and hills.
CITY:Loves Park
Great River Road in Illinois National Scenic Byway
Explore the heart of America! Follow the Mississippi River as it winds its way along Illinois' western border from Galena to Cairo. Experience over 550 miles of small towns, big cities, historic sites, recreational areas, cultural attractions and museums. Follow the green and white paddle wheel signs as they guide your next adventure!
Spectacular woodlands and sheer sandstone walls create a challenge for rock climbing and rappelling, as well as hiking. Outdoor lovers will also find horseback riding, a lookout tower, cabins and a swimming pool. Dine at historic Giant City Lodge, known for its homemade fried chicken dinner. Two different locations in Giant City State Park near Carbondale give you climbing options. A trail behind the picnic shelter takes you to a set of steep bluffs known as Shelter #1 near the Makanda entrance; another climbing area of the park includes the steep sandstone cliffs in Devil's Standtable. Plan to bring all of your own equipment since no permanent anchors are allowed. Ropes are permitted in both areas. After rainstorms, the wet sandstone gets really slippery. Use caution when grabbing for ledges as copperhead snakes warm themselves on the rocks during sunny days.
Enjoy the beauty of Giant City State Park on horseback. All trail rides are guided by experienced wranglers. Lessons & pony rides also available.
Camp Shaw was established in 1956 and is the best kept secret in all of beautiful Kankakee County! Camp Shaw is also a wonderful place to hold a variety of outdoor and indoor events. It provides overnight accommodation; horseback riding, guided trail rides or group lessons and weekend packages are available. It is also an outdoor, environmental science education program encouraging interest and participation in the balanced management of natural resources.
The Wright Woods Forest Preserve located in Mettawa offers 4 miles of scenic trails: a short loop for hikers, bicyclists and skiers that circles a pond, and a 3-mile loop for hikers, bicyclists, skiers and horses. This preserve also has footbridge spanning the Des Plaines River, which links Wright Woods to Half Day Forest Preserve.
Eagle Point Horseback Riding Farm & Eagle Point Paintball Games
Horseback riding for young and old. Trails follow Elkhorn Creek. Great for the more experienced rider. Paintball field is on island off Elkhorn Creek.
Full-service training facility. We welcome visitors to our farm to see beautiful Arabian horses, take lessons, or just visit. Call or go to our website for more information and check us out on Facebook.
Newton Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area
This 1,775 acre lake features 540 acres of shoreline as a day use conservation area. Recreational activities include fishing, picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing and hunting.
Fullersburg Woods Forest Preserve
The Fullersburg Woods Forest Preserve is an easy hike consisting of a 3.2-mile loop. The trail is good for all skill levels and offers a number of activity options. Nearly all of the hike follows Salt Creek as it winds around the bluff and past a few islands on its way to the historic watermill at the south tip of the park.
CITY:Oak Brook
Full-service Conference Center in Starved Rock State Park. Dining room, bar, veranda, outdoor dining, indoor pool (for Lodge guests). Retreats, meetings, banquets, reunions and all-inclusive dream weddings. The Lodge has 69 rooms and 21 cabin rooms in a rustic, wooded setting.
Lipizzaner Stallions have been enchanting audiences for 450 years. Witness art and history come to life at one of our summer performances. From the playful bounding of new foals to the strong, precise jumps of our stallions, the whole family will be captivated by the strength, beauty, and intelligence of hese horses. Each performance, to music, is a study in classical horsemanship which has been practiced in Europe since the 16th century; the Lipizzaners have been performing at the Spanish Riding School in Vienna, Austria since the 1500's. There are very few places in the United States where such an art can be observed. We offer a taste of Vienna, Austria right in your back yard.
CITY:Old Mill Creek
Nestled in the Rock River Valley, just 3 miles south of the town of Oregon, lies a 2,291-acre wooded area that is one of Ogle County's most beautiful and historic sites. Its scenic qualities come from 120-foot bluffs along 3.5 miles of riverfront forested with hardwood and pine trees. The history stems from the individual who, in the early part of the 20th century, augmented the natural hardwood forest by planting pines. Frank O. Lowden (1861-1943), Illinois' governor from 1917-1921, ardently embraced proper land use and strongly believed in reforestation as a way to retard soil erosion. Over several decades, an estimated 500,000 trees were seeded directly by him or under his supervision.
Saw Wee Kee Park sits along the south shore of the Fox River. Located in Oswego this park has an abundance of fun, advanced mountain bike singletrack trails to conquer. These 5 miles of steep inclines and quick descents will give you plenty of stories to tell your friends. While you are there you can also fish, kayak and canoe along the Fox River.
Starved Rock Adventures Harbor Villas and Suites
Waterfront family villas and suites. 1-2 bedroom housekeeping units. Deluxe and unique. Open April through October. $$
A variety of equestrian services for beginning to advanced riders. Personalized professional instruction and scheduled trail rides.
Located in Palatine, IL, Deer Grove Forest Preserve has trails that offer a moderate level of difficulty. At almost 10 miles in length, the hiking trials make Deer Grove worth a visit. Split into two very individual sites connected by paved and unpaved trials, the east preserve features open wetlands surrounded by old fields and an in-progress savanna and prairie restoration. The west side is wilder, the forest denser and crisscrossed with footpaths along the rolling terrain. Quite woodlands, white-tailed deer and a completely different experience await the hiker on the west side. Both paths are equally enchanting.
Lockwood Park Trailside Equestrian Centre and Children's Farm
Forty acres of woods and meadows for riders eight years old and up; trail rides--excellent for first-time or occasional riders--offered on weekends. Also in Lockwood Park: pony ring, wagon rides, hayrides, petting farm and riding lessons. Special season opening activities in the spring and Halloween hayrides in the fall. Call for hours, rates and group outing opportunities.
Situated in the majestic hills of Savanna on more than 350 acres with access to over 24 miles of trails, Scenic Bluff Ranch is a fun and friendly haven, with a caring atmosphere, which makes riding horses a pleasure. Established in 1997 and designed with horse and rider in mind, we cater to all disciplines and breeds and we have plenty to offer everyone; from the inexperienced to the seasoned rider. Ride our trails with your horse or rent our facility for your event.
Central Illinois lake with over 11,000 water acres and 172 miles of shoreline. Lake Shelbyville has 5 federal campgrounds, and 2 state campgrounds with over 1,000 campsites from tent camping up to full hookup. There are several recreational areas with picnic areas and pavilions and 2 wildlife management areas. Three public beaches are available for swimming on the lake. The lake also hosts many launching ramps that are available for boats, and 3 marinas on the lake. Many hiking trails also encompass the lake such as the General Dacey which also includes fitness stations, the Chief Illini trail and others.
Horse shows held at park several times a year.
CITY:Spring Grove
Enjoy Jo Daviess countryside in a horse-drawn buggy/bobsled. Ride at our place or yours. Call for information/reservations.
Seasonal waterfalls, awe-inspiring bluffs and rugged canyons dominate the storied landscape at Starved Rock. Rich with history and beauty, Starved Rock's hiking trails meander through towering trees and scenic overlooks along the Illinois River. Outdoor activities include hiking, canoeing, paddle boat cruises, cross-country skiing, trolley rides, fishing and picnicking. Visitors can stay at the historic Starved Rock Lodge or in one of its cozy cabins.
This quiet and clean preserve features a 1-mile trail for hikers, bicyclists and cross-country skiers, three beautiful picnic shelters, a 3-acre pond for fishing, open playfields and a playground. The Half Day Forest Preserve is also the starting point for the Des Plains River Trail which links this preserve to the Wright Woods Forest Preserve. The entrance and parking area are located on Route 21 (Milwaukee Avenue) at the light for Woodlands Parkway, south of Route 60 (Townline Road) and just north of Route 22 (Half Day Road).
CITY:Vernon Hills
Located in southeast Lake County near Vernon Hills, this crushed gravel surface trail is perfect for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and cross country skiing. The trail offers a medium level of difficulty as it winds alongside tree-laden riverbanks, through dense bottom-land woods, adjacent to ponds and over footbridges. This trail links the Half Day Forest Preserve to the Wright Woods Forest Preserve spanning nearly the entire length of Lake County.
CITY:Vernon Hills
Danada Equestrian Center welcomes visitors of all ages to learn about riding and horsemanship through hayrides, group barn tours, riding lessons, summer camps for kids and its annual Fall Festival.
The gateway to the largest outdoor playground in southern Illinois includes Rend Lake, the second largest manmade lake in the state. Wheelchair access.
Ten-acre horse farm offers hayrides and riding lessons, plus a petting zoo, exotic animals and even a monthly line dancing event.
Eight miles northwest of Windsor, Wolf Creek State Park encompass 11,100 acres of water, 250 miles of shoreline and large tracts of carefully maintained indigenous woodlands ideal for camping, horseback riding, snowmobiling, boat fishing, water skiing, pontoon boating, windsurfing or just plain bobbing and drifting on the glittering expanse of the lake itself. In addition to visiting the small, friendly wooded campgrounds or taking part in the action on the lake, swimming is available from the beach. You can also take a leisurely stroll through nearby forests. An abundance of deer, pheasant, rabbits, wild turkey and songbirds are almost always visible.
Knotty Pine Farm began as a vision in a 7 year old little girl's head many years ago: a farm filled with animals of all sorts to learn about, care for and love. That vision is now a reality! Children of all ages can enjoy horses in a comfortable and safe environment. We are a family owned and operated equine center offering a variety of animal related activities. Located north of Woodstock, IL in beautiful McHenry County. We offer english and western riding lessons, horse camps, pony rides, petting zoo, girl/boy scout outings and a party facility.
CITY:Wonder Lake
McHenry County Conservation District
McHenry County Conservation District manages over 25,000 acres of diverse woodlands, wetlands and prairie. Explore outdoor recreational opportunities, programs and special events at 33 sites.
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Asheville, North Carolina continues to live up to it's title of Best Vegetarian-Friendly Small City. Asheville is a vegetarian, gluten free and vegan diner's dream. Starting in downtown Asheville and heading north along a 2 mile stretch of road, locals affectionately refer to as the Merrimon Shuffle, you will find two exclusively vegetarian restaurants; the Laughing Seed and Rosetta's, Posana, a gluten free restaurant, Plant, a vegan restaurant and VegHeads, a vegetarian drive thru. Only in Asheville. Along the way you will also go by Greenlife Grocery store which features everything from "simple vegetarian to "raw" cuisine in a mostly local food approach. And this is just the Merrimon Shuffle. You will find many more food co-ops, grocers and other restaurants that fulfill the needs of any dining desires.
Asheville has built itself into quite the vegetarian-friendly city, and continues to add more animal-free dining options. The Laughing Seed, a perennial favorite and well-known to visitors and locals alike calls itself a global fusion vegetarian restaurant and offers an eclectic vegetarian menu. This Asheville tradition also serves organic, seasonal, farm-to-table, vegetarian cuisine with an international flair.
Global fusion is very much alive at the Laughing Seed. Right now, you can experience the deep, slow cooked tastes of Thailand as well as the simple, but intensely satisfying flavors of the Mediterranean and Caribbean. Sunflower seed pesto and cashew nut ricotta form a deliciously satisfying filling for their raw Spinach Pesto Manicotti. Their sushi offering changes nightly, along with their pasta special and authentic Indian thali plate. And nothing says "comfort food" more that their classic Harmony Bowl, Tempeh Reuben, or Tico Burrito
The new kid on the block, Plant, another farm-to-table concept brought to Asheville by the partnership of Jason Sellars (the former chef at The Laughing Seed) and Leslie Armstrong and and Alan Berger (former owners of the best independent video store in the city — Rosebud. Plant has only been open a short time, but is already drawing a sophisticated crowd who appreciates the quality of the food, prepared from fresh local ingredients. The farm-to-table concept is strong in Asheville and continues to grow, benefiting our local farmers and the restaurant clientele.
Plant, also a completely vegan restaurant, describes itself as "A restaurant with roots; sophisticated scratch-made food from the earth." Nothing is served that is an animal or a by-product of any animal. This can be quite unnerving to the uninitiated, but trust us — your taste buds will revel in the new experience. Our favorites were the Mushroom Risotto, the smoked Portabello and the truffle fries (of course). We do hear that the Reuben and the Peppercorn encrusted Seitan are out of this world.
As a locally-owned independent business, Plant is committed to a deep concern for the environment, our individual and collective health, and ethical and compassionate lifestyles. Success for them means that their guests feel rewarded for choosing the compassionate and exciting dining experience that Plant offers.
If you are looking for an epicurean adventure that is sure not to disappoint — shuffle up to 165 Merrimon Avenue (a short trip from this Asheville Inn.
Here at Pinecrest Inn Bed and Breakfast we strive to accommodate our guests special dietary requests. We source local and support our area farms and grocers. We also promote the restaurants that use the same approach. For more information visit us at www.pinecrestbb.com or contact our Asheville Bed & Breakfast for reservations 888-811-3053.


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LIVE BLOG... from the Draft floor
Jason Gregor
June 26 2009 10:51AM
11:00 am MST
It pays to get up early some days.
Because I got my accreditation late I wanted to make sure everything was still good, so I hoofed it to the Bell Centre. I wasn't on the list, which I expected, but once I showed my card I got my mug shot. I now work for the TEAM 1250, not 1260. It's a better keepsake that way.
There are seven rows with 14 seats in the media riser, and with so many media present, I fully expected to be in the overflow seating in section 12;, until I ran into Julie in the NHL PR. We chatted and I found myself in row seven on the media riser. I have a perfect view of the draft floor and it will be much easier to write on a table rather than using my knees as a make shift table. Julie is all class, and she gets another Nation shout out. I'd send the picture, but I'm an idiot and forget the cord to transfer pics from camera to computer. I'll have them when I get home.
It's the calm before the storm right now. It's noon and slowly the media is trickling in. I ran into some people as I was walking here and here's what I got.
- Heatley talk is at a stand still right now. The Sens want a lot, and most teams aren't willing to pony up. Heatley's agent, JP Barry and his CAA branch are taking a beating in the papers right now. Pundits are claiming it was irresponsible of them to leak the story, because it makes it harder to deal him. CAA is adamant they didn't leak the story, and feel it was probably Sens GM Bryan Murray, and then he could make Heatley look like the bad guy. This situation might get even uglier. I think the CAA camp has a legitimate beef. If the Sens don't make a deal before July 1st and pay Heatley the $4 million he is owed then many expect Murray to play hard ball and force Heatley to come to camp.
- Many wondered if Kevin Lowe could have gotten more for the Human Rake if he had played hardball. I'd like to see how it plays out for Murray if he chooses that route. If a deal is going to happen, it sounds like Heatley will have to be open to more teams. I still can't get exactly what Minny was offering, but it didn't include Burns or Koivu. It sounds like Murray's demands are too high right now.
- The Souray trade talk is heating up again. It sounds like the Oilers are willing to move him. Speculation is Souray and the Oilers 10th for LA's 5th pick, and something else. The Oilers really like Evander Kane. They have a history of making moves, so I won't rule it out. It makes sense on many fronts. Kings get veteran D-man and stay in top ten. Souray gets closer to family. Oilers get high prospect and free up some cap space. The key is what the "something else" is.
- The Leafs are trying to get another first round pick. They've been interviewing lots of mid to late first round picks this morning including, Camrose Kodiak, Dylan Olsen. I literally bumped into him walking here and asked him how his morning was. He'd just finished an interview with the Rangers, and earlier this morning had talks with the Islanders and Leafs, and was in a rush to get to an interview with the Blackhawks. It's a pretty stressful day for these young kids. You don't realize it until you see them. It will be a huge relief whenever his name is called.
- Currently the Sharks are the only team without a first rounder. The Islanders have the 26th pick, but look for Doug Wilson to get involved. Word is he wants to get in the first round, and Ryane Clowe is one of the pieces in place.
12:30 p.m. MST
Took a quick lunch break at the Cage Au Sports, the sports bar right in the Bell Centre, and what a meal. That's just another reason why sports fans in Edmonton deserve a new rink. I took a quick outside tour and they have four "action" statues of Maurice Richard, Jean Beliveau, Howie Morenz and Guy Lafleur. They are great, and then there is a line up of plaques down the side wall with other Montreal legends. (Pics will be up when I return...idiot that I am).
Some more rumblings...
The Kings supposedly offered Frolov and the 5th for Heatley. The Sens said no thanks.
And this seems to be the start of the Souray rumours. Let's play a little scenario.
Steve Tambellini finds out that the Kings are willing to move their 5th, so he makes a call. Keep in mind that even though the Human Rake to LA deal didn't happen, that doesn't mean the Kings weren't trying to acquire him and might still be interested in a top two D-man.
This is where the Oilers and Souray come in. Souray's value is at an all-time high right now. It might stay there for a few years, or it could be like the housing market in Edmonton; Piqued and is now on a downslide.
My gut still says it is a long shot, and I still don't buy that the Kings will move the #5 pick, because that goes against everything that Lombardi has done in building a pretty good stable of young talent., but remember the Kings surprised everyone in 2007 when they took Hickey at #4.
It seems pretty obvious that the Kings and Lightning are the teams in the top five that will listen to offers about their pick. The Bolts will considering moving the #2 if Hedman goes to the Islanders, if he doesn't then BOOK it that he will go to Tampa. Colorado and Atlanta have given the impression they are pretty secure at 3 and 4 respectively.
But the best story is that no one seems to know what the Islanders are going to do.
Many think they like Duchene, but won't take him at #1, but rather trade down a spot or two to get him and another pick. The uncertainty of the Islanders could set the ball in motion as far as teams trying to move up in the draft.
And the Vinny talk is still dominating the floor. What if Montreal can acquire him? This place would go nuts.
If Tampa doesn't get Hedman and take Tavares, would that make them more likely to move Vinny? It's almost mind blowing thinking of all the possibilities.
And can anyone tell me how I can disengage the update that goes to my cell phone telling me JOE SMITH is now following you on twitter. I love that people are following me there, but my phone has been ringing all day with these updates. I need to figure out how to stop it...ha
1:30 p.m MST
Right now...Front and centre in the middle of draft floor Brian Burke is on the horn.
He looks relaxed, his gum is getting one hell of a work out, tie undone, pacing back and forth in an area where no one can hear what he is saying. I wish I had one of those big cones that allows you to hear things from 50 feet away..
**Makes check list for next year...cord thingy for computer and camera...Cone thingy to hear things...Get a tech book to know what the hell Firefox and Chrome is...****
2:45 p.m MST
Regarding the Oilers/Thrasher rumour, (Oilers 4th, Cogliano and Gilbert for Lehtonen, Armstrong and #4) I just got a text that says that package is not correct, but they have had talks.
Discussions are happening, because the Oilers feel they need to get #4 to get Kane.
Kane is drawing comparisons to being 90% of what Jarome Iginla is as a player. If that is indeed the case then he'd be a great pick up.
I know this for sure...The Oilers are trying hard to move up. If they don't it won't be the end of the world for them, but they feel this is a great opportunity for them, and it would be the first time ever that the Oilers have moved up in the top ten in any draft.
Fans have already started to show up. The second deck is almost full. A "go Leafs go "chant was quickly booed and replaced by "Lets' go Habs." We are still more than two hours away from the official start but the fans here are just as anxious as NATION readers to get this going.
3:00 p.m MST
Teams are starting to file in. Scott Howson and the Blue Jackets are here...most of the Devils staff, sand big Lou...I just went down the stairs to say congrats to the hall of famer. Good guy. He's pretty humble about his Hall of Fame nomination.
*** Now they are pumpin out some Black Eyed Peas...Gotta get that...or Boom Boom Pow...not sure what title is, but some heifers are dancing in the second deck...I didn't need to see that.***
Still no sighting of anyone from the Oilers, or Thrashers or Kings or Islanders.
But the rumble on the floor is that the Islanders are leaning towards Duchene. That would be quite the start to the draft.
Now the Coyotes, Kings, Bruins, Ducks, and a few members of the Senators are on the floor.
Cam Neely and Brian Burke and a long and laugh-filled convo.
Howson and Ducks GM Bob Murray and Chiarelli from Boston are talking. The Bruins currently have #25, while the Ducks have 15 and Jackets 16. The Bruins have talked about wanting to move up, so maybe something will happen between them.
3:23 p.m. MST
The man of the hour has arrived. Garth Snow is in the HOUSEEEEE...okay so there was no theme music but right now he has everyone guessing what he will do. Most teams are here, except Chicago, Pittsburgh, NYR, Nashville,St. Louis, Calgary and Atlanta the the Oilers. It makes you wonder if the Thrashers and Oilers are still trying to hammer something out.
I just spoke with Rishaug and Dreger from TSN and they confirm that the Thrashers have indeed made it clear they are now open to offers. The Oilers are interested in that pick, but so are the Kings, Leafs and Dallas Stars. It might be a bidding war.
The Senators have lowered their trade demands for Heatley. They were supposed to be looking for a top-six forward, top-four D-man and a pick/prospect, but have relented a bit. Heatley's value seems to be diminishing as the day goes on.
The Canadiens management team has arrived to a huge roar from the crowd.
4:00 p.m. MST
The Oilers arrived about five minutes ago and right away Tambellini and Lowe were swarmed by TSN guys. Lots of laughing but didn't look like they got much out of them.
Had a great conversation with Daryl Evans, colourman on Kings broadcasts and former NHLer. He is certain the Kings will draft a forward, with all their depth on the backend. He fully expects the Kings to make a move via trade or free agency for sure.
Lots of friendly convo going on between media and various team management types, but it seems like the calm before the storm right now. Let's get it on.
4:36 p.m. MST
As of right now the Oilers have nothing definite, but it is still an hour away from the 4th and 5th picks, and even longer until their own pick.
Remember how late their deals came about at the deadline with O'Sullivan and Kotalik.
Craig Button said on my radio show earlier this week that many teams overvalue their pick on draft day, and that's why many deals fall through at the last moment, because the ransom is just too much.
It sounds like that might be the case with the Thrashers. Their demands for the Oilers might be too rich right now. Tambellini won't over pay, because the Oilers still feel they can get a quality player at #10. If they don't move up, I'd expect Glennie or MPS to be called by the Oilers.
Bruins just got introduced and got booed heavily. Gotta love rivalries.
5:06 p.m. MST
Former Habs owner George Gillette address the crowd. Lots of energy in the building. Each team had to announce who would call the name of their draft pick, and it will be Steve Tambellini for the Oilers.
Everyone is waiting patiently for this to start. There has been a bit of a delay, and now they are showing highlights of some of the top prospects. Tavares was shown first...is that foreshadowing, we shall see soon.
This big screen is crystal clear. It is awesome.
Now there are previewing Hedman. I hope they don't do the top ten or the draft won't start until 5:30
5:11 p.m MST
Dreger reports that Pronger has been dealt to Philly. It sounds like Lupul, but more details to come. The Flyers continue to surprise, and now maybe Lupul and Pronger have been involved in a deal for the second time.
5:17 p.m MST
Finally the first pick. Garth Snow makes everyone wait a bit more with some thanks to Montreal and their fans and then he goes with what I expected John Tavares. The fans at Nassau are busting it out with some confetti. A strong contingent of Islander fans here are cheering loudly.
Expect Hedman #2 and then Duchene #4...The intrigue will come if the Thrashers hold their pick or deal it.
5:53 p.m MST
WE had to wait 25 minutes to talk to Tavares. Well spoken young man, and he is very focused on bringing back success to Long Island. I knew the Islanders would take him, it was too big of a risk to pass up on a guy with his goal scoring ability. Hedman might be just as good, but the Islanders needed a scorer.
THey are playing highlights of players blocking shots on the big screen. Classic. And every time they show a picture of Vinny the place goes nuts. If the Habs somehow trade for him, I bet there will be a five minute ovation.
Larsson is soft, but it isn't surprising that the Coyotes took him. They have made some horrible first round picks and he might be another.
The "67" chant rains down from the rafters. That is awesome. That is a great chant. If the Oilers ever win the Cup again, you can bet that the next year Oiler fans will chant Eighty...NINE when the Flames come to town.
Burke can't even speak. This is one of the few times he has to pause before he speaks, so he'll probably say something good. Kadri is a solid pick. His tenacity is his best asset say the scouts.
6:31 p.m MST
I will be stunned if the Oilers don't choose LW Magnus Paajarvi Svensson. If they do I wonder if they will stitch both names on the back of the jersey. His numbers don't show it 7-10-17 in 50 games in the SEL, but they like his speed and offensive prowess.
I'll be curious if he stays in Sweden of they bring him over to play Major Junior.
He can skate, and some compare him to Markus Naslund. We'll go see what MacGregor and company have to say about him.
7:15 p.m. MST
MacGregor on Svensson.."He's a big power forward who takes it to the net and is a great skater. He's already played in two world junior tournament and will have another opportunity to play in Saskatoon this year. His game is an up tempo game and that's what we are hoping he can play in the NHL"
I also asked MacGregor about the plan looking ahead to round two and beyond.
"For our second pick we are going to go with a projection pick, a player that has a real big upside. Before I came to talk to you we were looking at what the scenarios would be and if we could make an attempt to try and get back in the first round"
7:30 p.m. MST
The Hab fans go nuts when the Canadiens are put on the clock. It was deafening in here. They start to sing their patented O le O le O le Ohhh lee song. They are hoping for a trade annoncement with Tampa Bay, but it won't happen. The Bolts aren't moving Vinny at this moment.
7:36 p.m MST
Hab fans give Louis Leblanc a standing ovation after his name is called at #18.
The Oilers are working the phones and might have another pick before the day is out.
They liked D-man John Moore and he is still available, also Carter Ashton is still out there...
7:51 p.m. MST
The Flames trade down three picks and add a 3rd rounder from New Jersey. Could the Devils "Parise" them like they did the Oilers back in 2003. The Devils moved five spots to take Parise, while the Oilers got the 22nd and 68th picks which turned out to be Pouliot and Jacques.
The Devils just took Jacob Josefson, the 4th Swede taken in the first round already.
8:26 p.m. MST
The energy in the building is similar to the feeling on the Nation...subdued. It was a good ride, but now they want it to end. You have to be respectful of the young kids waiting for their name to be called.
Awkward moment of the day comes for the Johansson family. Marcus Johansson went 24th to the Capitals and his family was very excited, his mom gave him the longest kiss or any mom on the day. It was good comedic relief for the crowd and got a mixed reaction.
Just going to interview Tambellini will be back with his thoughts in a bit.
8:52 p.m MST
I asked Tambellini how close he was to moving up into the top five.
"We knew that at pick ten it would take something incredible for us to move. If I had a pick in the top four, I don't think I would have moved to far down, maybe five or six, but to move to ten it would have taken a lot for that team to accept our deal."
Does the Pronger trade reveal how much it will cost to get a superstar? Is the asking price that high?
"Depends on who the player is I guess. Pronger is a dominant player and he will change what Philly looks like. That is a franchise type move, not just a player move. "
Do you think something will still be available on the table tomorrow?
I don't know. There is so much discussion, it's almost like the trade deadline where you feel like you've talked to everyone a dozen times around the horn. There was so much talk coming into today I thought maybe there would be a little bit more than what happened, but it could be tomorrow. There's lots that can happen tomorrow or before July 1st."
That wraps up day one from the 2009 NHL entry draft. Only one big move, and a move by the Flyers that has many wondering if they overpaid for the Human Rake, giving up Joffrey Lupul, Luca Sbisa and two first rounders. The Oilers did get a LW but it wasn't Heatley who many fans were hoping for.
And I wonder if the Flames in fact gave the Devils some compensation for signing Brent Sutter. The Flames had the 20th pick and traded down to Devils pick at 23. The Flames did get a 3rd rounder, but you wonder if that was a back door hand shake.
Talk to you tomorrow.
June 26 2009, 05:27PM
did anyone else just see duschene give a little fist pump when he wasn't picked by tampa? Hilarious
@ jt in Oilertown: I was thinking the same thing
Philly might as well have thrown in the kitchen sink too
June 26 2009, 05:30PM
@ Matt: lol i thought i saw that too
jt in Oilertown wrote:
Proger for Lupul, a defensive prospect, and two first rounders…sounds familiar…
SO true, nice comment
I just rewound it and its confirmed. hahahah
so far this is BOOOOORING.
Philly better have the best Cap guy ever.
June 26 2009, 05:33PM
Matt wrote:
did anyone else just see duschene give a little fist pump when he wasn't picked by tampa? Hilarious
I rewound it, and it wasn't just a fist pump; he was mouthing the words "YES!"
He was looking over his shoulder when he did it, so I'm guessing Hedman was sitting in that general area.
Hoodlum wrote:
Philly might as well have thrown in the kitchen sink too
I tend to agree. Who would trade Lupul for Pronger anyways?
*looks at Kevin Lowe hockey card, shakes head*
Avalanche desk is right beside the oil? wonder if Lowe is calling Tambo and telling him to get Smyth back. Sure as hell hope not
Jeffrey Lupul indeed. I love you Gary Bettman
@ jt in Oilertown: That just made my day. You know what made it even better? Jeffrey Lupul. Thanks bettman.
June 26 2009, 05:38PM
@ Wanye Gretz:
I think you mean Barry Bettman?
finally, here we go. whats going to happen with 4th...
Looking like the Oil didn't make a deal to get #4
Stupid question, but I'm relatively new here. How do I add what someone else wrote before I write my comment?
hit quote in the botom right
Cal71 wrote:
Stupid question, but I'm relatively new here. How do I add what someone else wrote before I write my comment?
Use the quote at the lower right corner of their post. Reply just puts their name in front of it but doesn't include what they said.
@ Cal71:
That's not dumb at all - just highlight what they said and then click on quote in the bottom right of the box.
Bottom right of the box
That's what she said
Welcome aboard Cal71
June 26 2009, 05:44PM
Duthie: How much does a new car cost, Matt? Duchene: About $100. Duthie: How about a candy bar? Duchene: About $100.
@ jt in Oilertown:
Kane to the Atlanta Thrashers where his career immediately ends
There goes Evander Kane.
@ Wanye Gretz: the nation grows evermore
Oh well... so much for Kane being an Oiler.
i shouldnt be here right now, i should be working. but goddamn thanks for this live blog.
lol, gregor. you know this will be a yearly thing now :P
Don't they have winters in Philadelphia? Oh well, just have to watch the weather girl.
June 26 2009, 05:47PM
OK, so now that we are officially not moving up in the draft, are we officially resigned at this point to picking Glennie (ranked 19th) at number 10? Really? That's the Master Plan?
June 26 2009, 05:49PM
*weeps like Patrick Kane over my favorite pick Evander Kane*
I do like him, but wouldn't want to give up the world to get him. Tambo... I'm waiting.
Heazues wrote:
lol, gregor. you know this will be a yearly thing now
That would be awesome. Not as awesome as the Oilers ACTUALLY DOING SOMETHING FOR ONCE but awesome.
Wanye Gretz wrote:
Heazues wrote: lol, gregor. you know this will be a yearly thing now That would be awesome. Not as awesome as the Oilers ACTUALLY DOING SOMETHING FOR ONCE but awesome.
Did you guys hear that? He said he thinks he can get fifty!
Well, I'm totally convinced now.
i don't think this team has ever traded up ...
wow am I unhappy about that
Time to trade up into 5 and get Schenn just to piss of Burke.
@ Wanye Gretz: ah, but if they did, we might actually expect something......
Milli wrote:
@ Wanye Gretz: ah, but if they did, we might actually expect something……
How is our official OilersNation ambassador in BC doing these days? Holdin it down proud?
June 26 2009, 05:54PM
knobert wrote:
I hear its cold and smelly in Philly…….. Good luck Mrs. Pronger….. I mean Chris
...and Bobby Clarke thought the Lindros family was a pain in the ass...
June 26 2009, 05:55PM
Saying it in english than repeating in french is annoying
June 26 2009, 05:55PM
Loving the coverage on here!!! Awesome for us still resigned to being stuck working away at the office...*weep*
yep yep, but man, I could really use some bigtime news ... On another note, i should send you some new pics of the shrine. Some guy brought me in an Oilers Nut Cracker (didn't ever know they where made) must have 200 things on the wall now...
@ Milli:
Dude - send those over! Everyone would love to see them. The other ones you sent me were awesome!
@ Reijo Ruotsalainen:
We won't rest until every single Oilers fan is fired from their day jobs.
ha, burkie is pissed!!!!
The look on Burke's face... Priceless
Burke looking really happy with the Kings picking Brayden Schenn...lovin it!
Wanye Gretz wrote:
Bottom right of the box That's what she said
Yes!! I love it!
Hey Gregor, can you at least make up a trade rumor to get us excited??
*curses his overzealous nature*
June 26 2009, 06:00PM
Milli wrote:
ha, burkie is pissed!!!!
All of a sudden I don't even care who the Oilers pick. hahaha. Jurke is having a bad day.
Pheonix is going to trade a cactus for southern Ontario


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H.'s big boy room: in details
Monday, April 16
Posted by Abby M. Interiors at 7:59 AM
16 comments:
- Dana Frieling@ Make Them Wonder said...
The details are fantastic. Looking forward to the full reveal!
- April 16, 2012 at 8:02 AM
- Simple Dwellings said...
It's coming along beautifully! I love the details! They really make a space. :)
- April 16, 2012 at 8:36 AM
- Tiffany @ {Living Savvy} said...
I can't wait to see the reveal! I love the blues and greens together!
- April 16, 2012 at 9:01 AM
- Like Me Some said...
AWESOME!! That;s what I think of the details, can't wait to see it ALL!!
- April 16, 2012 at 9:44 AM
- Karena said...
Abby I love it all especially the green chest and fabric choices!! I bet he is so happy with his Big Boy space!
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- April 16, 2012 at 9:47 AM
- Julia - the Urban Slant said...
Adore these details -- especially the brass bedframe and the vintage books. Oh, and the green dresser. Okay. I love it all!
- April 16, 2012 at 9:48 AM
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- April 16, 2012 at 9:59 AM
- christine {bijouandboheme} said...
Oh my goodness...LOVE all of the details! I have the same colour scheme in my little guy's room and absolutely love it- can't wait to see the whole thing!
- April 16, 2012 at 10:26 AM
- McKae @ kaes corner design said...
I love it! Such fun details! I'm your newest follower,
- April 16, 2012 at 1:29 PM
- {Emily} Simply Southern said...
So so cute love the colors!
- April 16, 2012 at 2:36 PM
- Aubrey {All Things Bright and Beautiful} said...
I *cannot* believe that you've been in that house for a year! It seems like yesterday you were moving in! Crazy. But the room is looking amazing, I can't wait to see the whole picture!
- April 16, 2012 at 6:30 PM
- Holly said...
These details are very fun and so appropriate for a boy of his age. And I think that's adorable how excited he is about the room too - that means Mom has done a good job! I can't believe you've been in your house a year (you probably can't either!) - you've done so much and should be very proud of the strides you've made in making it home for your family.
- April 16, 2012 at 8:50 PM
- Carmel @ Our Fifth House said...
Love all the details. Happy one year - you've done so much in a year!
- April 16, 2012 at 10:55 PM
- Cris Angsten said...
Love the details! So perfectly "boy" without the overdone themes. A room that can change with him and grow up with him! Perfect!
- April 17, 2012 at 7:26 PM
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How did I miss this post? His room is my favorite of all you've done, I think. It feels nostalgic. A great place for making memories.
- April 18, 2012 at 7:41 AM
- Carissa @ the Fabulous Design File said...
It's looking amazing! Love the vintage touches. It makes me want to put a little more effort into my boys' rooms.
- April 23, 2012 at 10:29 PM
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A Linguistic Resurrection for Reconnecting with Compassion: Krista Tippett's TEDTalk
On Monday we received an unexpected valentine. Krista's presentation at the United Nations to celebrate the one-year anniversary of Karen Armstrong's Charter for Compassion was posted as a TEDTalk!
Released a week earlier than planned, we couldn't post it until now. At the time, we were in suburban Detroit (go WDET!) setting up for Krista's interview with Sylvia Boorstein (looking like she'll be our Mother's Day show, yay!).
The Twitter chatter has been incredible, and it's great to see how people respond to these ideas. Please take a few minutes to watch, share it with your friends, and weigh in with your response. We'd love to know what you're thinking.


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