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Headshots April 11th
Cam Davie
April 11 2012 04:31PM
(Photo from redditer lebutdelavie)
Headshots are a Canucks Army feature where we link to the day's freshest news, and other assorted Canucks web-goodies. If you've written a blogpost, produced a tribute video or birthed a clever .gif into existence - please e-mail Thom at email@example.com.
In case there is ANY confusion about this, Pass it to Bulis broke the news late last night to the Vancouver market that Daniel Sedin experienced headaches following his Monday skate. That information came from Danny's father Tommy in an interview with Swedish newspaper Allehanda and Jon Haggqvist. Once again, it was PiTB that broke the story.
A great post from Iain MacIntyre on the Canucks' capabilities without Daniel Sedin. Included is this quote from Chris Higgins, "If one player drastically alters things for your team, you probably don't have enough depth to win anyway." The Canucks know that if they're gonna to succeed in the short term, they'll have to do it without Daniel. They're prepared.
There is a new documentary set to release called "Effigy, BC", chronicling the 2011 Stanley Cup riot. You can watch the trailer online here.
IMAGE BREAK! From tweep Natalie natski83 - Her comment: "Found this online. So very true." Indeed.
Alex Burrows sat down with Gord McIntyre for a little Q&A, talking post-playoff letdown, fatherhood and prepping for this year's run.
SLAM! Sports/QMI hosted a chat today, asking hockey fans to tell them why they hate the Canucks. Lots of responses about the Canucks being whiny bitches and classless and such. One person said the reason he hates the Canucks is because they change their uniforms and colours too often. Embrace the hate, folks. #embracethehate
I think you may have missed putting the link in for the Ian MacIntyre post, just to bring that to your attention! Thanks, as always for the great links!

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Dja, that number is an estimate based on a 4" "K" styled gutter/downspout system, which is the most common type of gutter system used. If you have a situation where you'd exceed that estimate (such as when an upper roof downspout discharges to a lower roof gutter), then you might want to upgrade the size of the lower gutter to handle the entire load.
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Catching Up With Old Friends: Former Canucks Forwards
Thomas Drance
January 02 2014 12:46PM
The one that got away!
Photo Courtesy: Wikimedia Commons
At the very outset of every calender year the ubiquitous New Years anthem "Auld Lang Syne" beckons us, rhetorically, to remember old friendships: "May old acquaintance be forgot and never come to mind?"
With the New Year now upon us and with Sami Salo having been fondly welcomed back to Rogers Arena on Wednesday night, we figured we'd heed that age old call from Robbie Burns and take a brief look at how ex-Canucks skaters are performing around the league this season.
We'll do it as a series, actually, with a post today on ex-Canucks forward and then another post on ex-Canucks defensemen and goaltenders tomorrow. Read on past the jump.
Former Canucks Forwards
In addition to a small handful of forwards who played games for the Canucks between 2008-09 and 2012-13 and are now either deceased (R.I.P. Pavol Demitra and Rick Rypien), inactive (Victor Oreskovich, Byron Bitz, Kyle Wellwood), playing in Europe (Bill Sweatt, Jeff Tambellini, Samme Pahlsson), playing in the minors (Mike Duco) or retired (Ryan Johnson); there are 15 former Canucks forwards who remain NHL regulars in some capacity.
There's an additional forward who I've included for the sake of discussion. While he was never on an NHL contract with the organization this particular forward has proven enormously useful for another Western Conference club, but sort of broke into the league in the Canucks minor league system...
Anyway here's our list of active ex-Canucks forwards, and their counting stats and ice-time this season:
|Former Canucks forwards
|Current Team
|5on5 On-Ice GD
|Derek Roy
|St. Louis Blues
|13: 45
|Mason Raymond
|Toronto Maple Leafs
|17: 54
|Cody Hodgson
|Buffalo Sabres
|18: 27
|Antoine Roussel
|Dallas Stars
|12: 39
|Michael Grabner
|New York Islanders
|14: 36
|Steve Bernier
|New Jersey Devils
|13: 56
|Maxim Lapierre
|St. Louis Blues
|10: 45
|Tanner Glass
|Pittsburgh Penguins
|11: 10
|Manny Malhotra
|Carolina Hurricanes
|13: 02
|Mike Brown
|San Jose Sharks
|7: 54
|Mikael Samuelsson
|Detroit Red Wings
|10: 27
|Aaron Volpatti
|Washington Capitals
|7: 23
|Taylor Pyatt
|New York Rangers
|12: 39
|Andrew Ebbett
|Pittsburgh Penguins
|11: 39
|Raffi Torres
|San Jose Sharks
And because all of you probably know how I feel about counting stats, here's a Player Usage Chart (courtesy Hockey Abstract) that plots the performance, deployment and circumstances of all the ex-Canucks forwards this season.
(Just a quick note on how to read this chart: the further a player appears to the left on the horizontal axis, the more defense oriented their deployment is in terms of zone-starts. Where a player's bubble appears on the vertical axis represents the difficulty of the matchups faced by a certain player (in terms of Corsi-Rel QoC). The size of the bubble itself represents average ice-time, and the shading is tuned to display relative-corsi. A blue-r bubble indicates that a player's on-ice shot attempt differential (relative to their teams) is in the black, a red-er bubble represents a player getting buried by the flow of play relative to their teammates.)
Looking over this list of players, their usage, and production; what should be instantly striking is how little of significant value has flowed out of Vancouver's system over the past few years.
We're talking about maybe six pieces above replacement level in total, and no top-line pieces. There are only three ex-Canucks forwards currently playing top-six minutes for their respective teams this season (Michael Grabner, Mason Raymond and Cody Hodgson), and only three forward are currently in the black in terms of even-strength goal differential with their new clubs.
Derek Roy:
Acquired at the 2013 trade deadline from the Dallas Stars in exchange for a second round pick (which the Stars hilariously used to draft a goaltender from the QMJHL named Philippe Desrosiers) and defenseman Kevin Connauton, Derek Roy got off to a good start in Vancouver but was a complete non-entity for the Canucks during their first round sweep at the hands of the San Jose Sharks.
In St. Louis this season, Roy has been very productive while taking on tertiary competition in a depth role. Roy isn't a critical piece for St. Louis: he's ninth among Blues forwards in even-strength ice-time per game, and is playing only a few more seconds per contest than veteran winger Brenden Morrow.
But Roy has been useful in that he's outscored the bottom-end of opposition rosters, and he may be counted on to do more over the next few weeks as his teammates have rather suddenly been plagued by injury locusts. Crushing it in a relatively sheltered role behind the likes of David Backes and Patrik Berglund is probably what Roy's best suited to doing at this point in his career, at least in the Western Conference (he's probably top-six calibre out East).
Ultimately the Roy rental won't be going on a list of Mike Gillis' best moves in Vancouver (to say the least), and the fact remains that Roy would be helpful if he were still in Vancouver even if $4 million is a lot to pay for a third-line centreman.
Mason Raymond
Mason Raymond is a former twenty-goal scorer who used to be a borderline dominant possession player (before he fractured vertebrae in his back during the 2011 Stanley Cup Final). But he almost found himself out of the league this past summer. That the gravity challenged Toronto Maple Leafs speedster had to attend training camp on a professional tryout deal before netting himself a cheap standard player contract for only one season is pretty remarkable, and looks silly in retrospect when one considers how well he's performed this year in Toronto.
Among Toronto Maple Leafs forwards only James van Riemsdyk, Phil Kessel, Tyler Bozak and Joffrey Lupul have seen the ice more often than Mason Raymond this season. He's been productive offensively, while doing better than his teammates possession wise against very difficult competition. Raymond's speed suits Toronto's misguided counter-attacking system perfectly, and his rush ability is very probably much better suited to the Eastern Conference.
Raymond's time in Vancouver had clearly come to an end: the relationship between him and the fanbase was toxic towards the end, and he was clearly a guy that needed a change of scenery. In Toronto Raymond has taken full advantage of his new circumstances, he's providing the Leafs with excellent value at only $1 million this season, and certainly won't have to wait until training camp to get an NHL deal this summer.
Cody Hodgson
Cody Hodgson has been injured of late, but when healthy he hasn't had a particularly good season this year for the Buffalo Sabres (not that anyone has, really, except for Christian Ehrhoff, Matt Moulson and Ryan Miller). Hodgson is playing second line minutes for the Sabres this year, and as has occurred pretty much since he arrived in upstate New York: the talented, plodding centreman has kind of been exposed as a defensive liability in big minutes.
Consider that no non-Toronto Maple Leafs player (and the Leafs are a special case, because there's pretty obviously something systemic going on there) in the NHL this season has allowed shots against at a higher rate than Cody Hodgson has in Buffalo. For all of Hodgson's considerable offensive talent, that's a pretty big issue especially for a player making $4.25 million this season (and for the next five afterwards).
Hodgson doesn't turn 24 for another few weeks and there is still time for him to improve his two-way game. In a prescribed second-line roll flanked by a really good play-driving winger, could Hodgson log big minutes on a good team? I think so. But the Sabres aren't there yet and for now Hodgson is unable to do the heavy-lifting required of a top-six centreman good enough to help a winning team rack up points.
The problem for the Canucks: neither is Zack Kassian.
Antoine Roussel
One might reasonably take exception with Roussel's inclusion on this list. Fact is the Dallas Stars super pest never suited up for the Vancouver Canucks, but he played for the club at the Penticton Young Stars Tournament back in the fall of 2011, impressed, earned an invite to training camp, and a minor league deal with the Chicago Wolves. Roussel didn't manage too much offensively for the Wolves that season but showed well enough to earn himself a professional contract from the Dallas Stars. He's taken major steps forward since, and at this point might be one of the league's single best fourth-line forwards.
Roussel kind of does it all: he fights, drives play, he has that physical upside that is fetishized in front offices around the league, he draws penalties, and he scores goals at a very high rate for a fourth-liner. The fact is: Roussel's success has come out of nowhere. While I was always impressed by Rousel in limited viewings, I never thought he'd make the sort of impact at the NHL level that he has. In short: I think it's a bit much to criticize the Canucks for allowing Roussel to slip through their fingers. After all, he was also in Boston's minor league system for a spell, and that organization whiffed too despite being way better (historically) at evaluating fourth-line talent than the Canucks are.
But when the Canucks are trotting out Tom Sestito game in and game out - and yes, Sestito's play has been much improved over the past month - it's worth mentioning that the Canucks could've had an elite fourth-line piece if they'd recognized what Roussel was or could become. Not that anyone did, really.
Michael Grabner
Michael Grabner was traded by the Vancouver Canucks during the summer of 2010, as part of the package that netted the Canucks Keith Ballard. It was, in retrospect, a loser trade for Vancouver even if it made sense to make a deal like that at the time. Grabner was cut by the Florida Panthers in his first training camp with the team, and ultimately landed on Long Island where he's been inconsistent but mostly very impressive over the past four years.
Grabner has had an off-year in terms of goal scoring, but over the past six seasons Grabner has scored at a legitimate top-line rate. That's impressive but also a bit deceiving: Grabner's high goal scoring rate is inflated somewhat by the fact that he's always struggled to play major minutes at the NHL level for some reason.
Anyway the Austrian forward drives play, fills the net and has developed into a very useful penalty-killer. I tend to think that of all of the ex-Canucks forwards profiled in this post, Grabner is the one player who would be helpful for this current iteration of the Vancouver Canucks.
Steve Bernier
Steve Bernier was acquired from the Buffalo Sabres and seen as a young power-forward with enough offensive upside to play with the twins. He disappointed, however (sound familiar?), and was ultimately jettisoned in the Keith Ballard trade.
But Bernier's development path is probably instructive for those Canucks fans waiting for Zack Kassian to find his inner Todd Bertuzzi. Bernier has been the tantalizing, young player and he's also been at the league's fringes. Since then he's carved out a niche for himself with the Devils and is now a top-nine player who has done very well to drive play this season (though there are probably some systems effects at play here). Bernier's production isn't attractive and neither is his on-ice goal differential, but that's mostly the bounces. Fact is Bernier has developed into a useful contributor.
Maxim Lapierre
Playing a fourth-line roll in St. Louis this season, Maxim Lapierre has been pretty useful. The Blues have outscored their opponents with Lapierre on the ice, he's factored into their penalty-kill, and he's managed to contribute a small handful of points.
Worth noting, however, is that Lapierre is playing three minutes fewer per game than the guy brought in to replace him in Vancouver (Brad Richardson). Lapierre's underlying numbers are modestly better than Richardson's are, but I'd wager that it's mostly a function of the fact that the Canucks have leaned much more heavily on Richardson than the Blues have leaned on Lapierre this year. Meanwhile Richardson has managed more than double the points while proving a more credible top-nine contributor. Gillis and company got this one right.
Manny Malhotra
Malhotra is back in the league, wearing an "A" for the Carolina Hurricanes, and is playing a pretty sizable role as a penalty-killer and faceoff specialist for the Hurricanes. Good to see. We sincerely hope that Mike Gillis was wrong and that Malhotra can safely and successfully play out his NHL career on his own terms.
Tanner Glass, Mike Brown
Tanner Glass and Mike Brown are replacement level fourth-liners (or maybe below). Are they better than Tom Sestito? If they are it's not by much.
Aaron Volpatti
The Canucks got unlucky when they waived Aaron Volpatti to create a roster spot last season, only to have Ryan Kesler diagnosed with a foot fracture later in the day. Volpatti was claimed by the Washington Capitals and in fact multiple teams made a claim on him. That means that Volpatti had at least some positive trade value and Vancouver really should've at least netted a lottery ticket (a late round pick) when they jettisoned the fourth-liner. Like Chris HIggins' feeble clearing attempt that led to Nikita Kucherov's game-winning goal on Wednesday night: this was an uncharacteristic unforced asset management error by the organization.
Though the Canucks were roundly criticized for replacing Aaron Volpatti with Tom Sestito, the fact is they're comparable pieces. Below replacement level players on two-year one-way deals because of their abilities with their fists.
Andrew Ebbett
Andrew Ebbett has only appeared in five NHL games this season because of injury.
With the PIttsburgh lineup levelled by injuries, Ebbett could've had considerable opportunity with the Penguins at the NHL level this season if he'd stayed healthy. Tough break for a quality American Hockey League player who was in over his head in a top-nine role for the Canucks much of last season.
Mikael Samuelsson
Samuelsson's aging body keeps giving out on him, though he remains a relatively good possession player when he's in the lineup. Even when Samuelsson's playing for the Red Wings, he's playing fourth-line minutes, however.
The outspoken Swedish forward has been extremely snakebit by the percentages this year, but I suspect he could still be somewhat useful if he could stay healthy for a prolonged stretch. He's a bit of a superfluous piece on a Red Wings team loaded with young, NHL-ready talent.
Taylor Pyatt
Still dreamy, no longer productive.
Raffi Torres
The Canucks reportedly had a deal in place to acquire Raffi Torres at the trade deadline last year (with one of the second round picks they were due to receive from Toronto in the axed Roberto Luongo trade), but it fell through. Torres had an impressive playoff run for the San Jose Sharks, scored a back breaking overtime winner during San Jose's first round sweep of Vancouver, and was signed to a contract extension in San Jose thereafter.
Torres leaves his feet on hits too often and is a poor selector of tasteful Halloween costumes, but who cares? He's a quality third-liner who drives play reasonably well and produces goals at a good second-line rate. He's precisely the type of depth piece smart teams target and keep around on a reasonable deal, something the Canucks failed to do following the 2011 postseason. Torres hasn't played a single game this season yet as he continues to recover from knee surgery.
Tune back in tomorrow for a look at some former Canucks defenseman!
It still completely blows my mind that the Panthers waived Grabner. I understand why Vancouver traded him - with Mason Raymond and Jeff Tambellini, Grabner was a bit superfluous, and I think at the time everyone was pretty bullish on that trade (hindsight is 20/20 and all). But GOD WHY would the Panthers waive him? That has to go down as one of the stupidest moves by a GM in recent years.
I'd love to have Grabner around still, and I have mixed feelings about Torres - when he's on his game he's fantastic and I'd have loved to have him stick around, but when he's off his game and making stupid plays that injure players, I'm thankful he's not with the organization anymore. Otherwise there aren't any players on this list who I'd want back on the team in place of players who are already here.
Will there be a follow-up piece on defencemen? I cry a little every time I think about Willie Mitchell and Christian Ehrhoff.
You can blame the Panthers in hindsight but there were serious questions about whether Grabner was ever going to make it. He looked good in very limited minutes with the Canucks but was kind of inconsistent in the AHL and I seem to recall really underwhelmed at the Panthers training camp. I suppose since it was basically a salary dump of Ballard they didn't really care that much but at the time it wasn't so crazy for them to cut him. I would say that it probably was a kick in the ass that Grabner needed to up his game. He remains a somewhat one-dimensional player; great wheels, decent shot, fairly perimeter. I don't think he'd be an upgrade in our top-six and not sure how much he'd add to our bottom six; I'd take Hansen over him in that role and Higgins or Kassian on the top end.
Grabner does seem like a pretty decent guy and amusing enough that he'd probably make our all-Twitter team if we ever put that together.
You can blame the Panthers in hindsight but there were serious questions about whether Grabner was ever going to make it. He looked good in very limited minutes with the Canucks but was kind of inconsistent in the AHL and I seem to recall really underwhelmed at the Panthers training camp. I suppose since it was basically a salary dump of Ballard they didn't really care that much but at the time it wasn't so crazy for them to cut him. I would say that it probably was a kick in the ass that Grabner needed to up his game. He remains a somewhat one-dimensional player; great wheels, decent shot, fairly perimeter. I don't think he'd be an upgrade in our top-six and not sure how much he'd add to our bottom six; I'd take Hansen over him in that role and Higgins or Kassian on the top end.
Grabner does seem like a pretty decent guy and amusing enough that he'd probably make our all-Twitter team if we ever put that together.
I'm not sure it's fair to classify the trade as a "salary dump" for the Panthers - The Canucks gave up a third line roster player (Bernier), their #2 offensive prospect (Grabner) and their #1 draft pick to bring Ballard in - that was a hockey trade intended to strengthen both teams. The Canucks knew Grabner was talented, but he plays a similar game to Raymond and Raymond was the safer bet at the time (I'm willing to bet that if he hadn't been injured, Raymond would probably still be with the Canucks, too). Grabner may have been a bubble NHL player at the time of the trade, but Florida wasn't exactly swimming in offensive talent - to not hang on to Grabner at least for a little while to fully evaluate what they had was an absolutely bone-headed move by Florida management.
Regarding whether Vancouver would be better off with Grabner today, the team as constructed has a surplus of excellent two-way players who can be counted on to put up 10-20 goals and 30-40 points - Higgins, Hansen, Booth, Burrows, Sanotrelli, Kassian, - basically all the top 9 forwards on the team not named "Sedin" and "Kesler". While I don't think that's bad per se, Grabner would add some variety to the line-up - a fast sniper in the prime of his career who can put pucks in the net - that's the one thing the Canucks are really lacking in their top six right now.
I don't think you can consider Grabner as one of the better snipers in the league. It would have been nice to take him back but I don't think we lost something we don't have.
Was anyone saying he was?
Perhaps salary dump is too harsh but I have a hard time thinking much of what Florida does is not motivated at least in part by the bottom line. Whatever the outcome, sending Booth over for two injury-riddled (and in the case of Sturm) clearly broken down players was about shedding salary in my view and if Booth hadn't been so hard-luck here I think we'd be saying something very different about the trade. At the time of the Ballard trade I thought it was an overpay but mostly for the first rounder -- but a late first rounder is no sure thing and I think Howden is still middling at best. Bernier hadn't worked out -- more of a fourth liner than a third as he's shown since and Grabner (as the article points out) seemed like a duplication of Raymond. On balance I'd rather have a player like Higgins or even Santorelli over either of them -- a 2nd/3rd liner that can provide a lot of hustle, some speed and push play. For a sniper Grabner has 5 goals in half a season this year, playing his way onto the third line.
A kassian , Kesler, grabner second line may have been nice
"the Canucks could've had an elite fourth-line piece if they'd recognized what Roussel was or could become"
'elite' and 'fourth line' is two words I never thought I'd hear in one sentence.
I don't think you can consider Grabner as one of the better snipers in the league. It would have been nice to take him back but I don't think we lost something we don't have.
Nice article sir. I appreciate the effort that you no doubt put into it. One thing, I don't see why you refered to Mason Raymond's relationship with the team as "toxic". Sure, I can see that the Canuck's wanted to go a different direction, and I also see that by his difficulty in signing thru the summer, the league as a whole didn't value him highly (to put it nicely). I'm going to sound like an English teacher: wasn't there any other, more appropriate adjectives you could've used there?


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In addition, Dr. Aylward performs Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel surgery, which is a minimally invasive surgery with a faster recovery time than traditional surgery.
Please visit UHPlasticSurgery.org for more information.
About Dr. Carol Ann Aylward
Dr. Carol Ann Aylward has dedicated her career to helping her patients feel their personal best. A surgeon since 1992, Dr. Aylward has performed thousands of procedures – from enhancement of breasts and bodies to reconstructive surgery of trauma patients to cosmetic surgeries and other cosmetic procedures.
As a breast cancer survivor, Dr. Aylward is sensitive to the needs and worries of her patients. While trained in a broad range of reconstructive procedures and cosmetic procedures, Dr. Aylward specializes in breast surgeries and breast reconstruction.
MD, UMKC Medical School
Surgical Residency, Wright State University
Plastic Surgery residency, Medical University of South Carolina
Board Certified in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Services to Help You Look Your Personal Best
Dr. Carol Ann Aylward specializes in breast and cosmetic surgery, but also has an extensive background in reconstructive surgery.
- Breast Augmentation
- Breast Lift
- Breast Reduction for Men
- Breast Implant Removal
- Breast Reconstruction
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Arm Lift
- Body Contouring after Major Weight Loss
- Buttock Lift
- Liposuction
- Spider Veins
- Thigh Lift
- Tummy Tuck
Face & Skin
- Botulinum Toxin (Botox)
- Cosmetic Surgery
- Dermal Fillers
- Ear Pinning
- Lip Augmentation / Enhancement
- Face & Neck lifts including minimally invasive face lift procedures and liposuction of the neck
- Eye and Brow lifts
- Endoscopic Technique for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- General Reconstruction
- Hand Surgery
- Scar Revision
- Skin Cancer Reconstruction
Contact Information
Dr. Aylward sees patients at the following location:
Medical Imaging Eastland
19000 East Eastland Center Ct., Suite 100
Independence, Mo 64055
Please visit UHPlasticSurgery.org for more information.


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The wait is over! We want to thank everyone who entered our BLANK NYC denim giveaway last week, and now it's time to reveal two lucky winners of the Fire Dept Spray-On Skinny Jeans for women, and the Ivory 5-Pocket Relaxed Straight Leg Jeans for men. We had a blast reading about why you wanted these jeans and how you'd style them this summer, from celebrating recent weight loss with skinny jeans to needing something fresh for the upcoming season in your closet. Well, two of you will get to fulfill your denim desires right now.
And the winners are…
Marc Carusiello and Sarah Caye!
Marc's Comment:
"As a tall, skinny, Brooklyn-to-LA-for-the-summer transplant, I know a little something about the hip fashions of men in their 20s. Inspired by some white linen pants I sported last year, I'd pair these jeans with sailer-type shirts (navy stripes; black and gold details…) and my beloved brown and navy boat shoes. I'm also completely serious when I say, I would absolutely toss a captains hat on when I'm feeling especially saucy. This is Hollywood in the summer, afterall."
Sarah Caye's Comment (and she even left us a snapshot so we could see her red kisser's!):
"I rock bright red color stay lipstick 24-7. It never comes off. I like that these are Fire Dept Spray-On Skinny Jeans. Kinda has the same ring. I have a feeling I would wearing the two together quite a bit."
They'll be taking home…
BLANK NYC Fire Dept Spray-On Skinny Jeans For Women
BLANK NYC Ivory 5-Pocket Relaxed Straight Leg Jeans For Men
We'll contact our winners shortly with instructions on redeeming their prizes. In the mean time, check out some of our other favorite comments below!
I looooove those red jeans! I'd style them with a faded out beige tie-dye loose tee, some chunky wooden-heeled platforms, an oversized leather bag, and an armful of bangles!—Ashley
I would love to rock them in NYC with a bright pink top so that I could try the new colorblocking trend!—Lee
Wow, those bright red denim skinnies are definitely a statement maker! I would pair this beauty with some classic black&white Converse Chuck Taylor shoes + a loose, plain white t-shirt + leather jacket (like the Tyler Leather Moto Jacket by Coach) + Aviators sunglasses.—Maria J
I'd have to pair these awesome red beauties with a Navajo belt. And then, I'd tuck a v-neck, fitted white tee in to complete the look. I'd rock some feathered earrings and a pair of strappy sandals for a ultra hip tribal look.-–Superherogirlld
I would don these wonderful white pants with my black cowboy hat and black and white sunglasses– it would totally kick ass. To accessorize, I would pull long sips from a straw leading to a mason jar full of hooch.—Eric Schmidt
I would wear a Flowy cream tank top, my beige oxfords with the fire dept spray skinny jeans.—Henley
I've been looking for the perfect red denim jeans, and these are PERFECT! I would pair them with the Miha Beaded Cutout Top in Pearl and nude platform heels!—Candice M Sims
I'd pair these glorious red honeys with a lightweight, semi-transparent white button-up, tucked in on one side with my DKNY leather, pointy-toed Oxfords. By night, because I'm in LA, I'd switch to a bright pink tank with my ivory Kimchi Blue crepe jacket and load myself down with gold necklaces. I'd finish the look of with my black and white polka dot, four-inch Seychelles heels.—Comeuppances
Thanks to all who entered! Didn't win this time? No worries! Denim Therapy has more chances on the way (read: later today!) for you to own a pair of coveted jeans for your stylish summer excursions. Stay tuned!
—DT Staff & BLANK NYC
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ELMO-Smiles Angus Oveson, age 87, passed away March 19, 2010 in Orem, Utah. She was born Jan.10, 1923 in Elmo, Utah to Joseph Raymond Angus and Mary Rosabell Ericson. She married James Lincoln Oveson on Jan. 8, 1940 in Rains, Utah.
She was a member of the LDS church and loved to crochet and farm. Smiles held a degree as a LPN and she ran the first ICU unit at Carbon Hospital and also helped open the first dialysis center in Carbon County. Her greatest love was her family.
She is survived by her five children: Mary Jane Evans of Las Vegas, Nev., Ivina J. Oveson of Salt Lake City, Utah, Penny Arno (special friend-Laurie Bowman) of Price, Utah, Shelley (Steve) Acosta of Colorado, and Randy "Joe" (Debbie) Oveson of Elmo, Utah; 21 grandchildren; 53 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren; and three sisters: Nana Beth Davis of Price, Utah, and Lois Wright of Price, Utah and Mickey Prinz of Texas.
Preceded in death by her husband, Jim; her parents; son, James Raymond Oveson; daughter, Nettie Josephine Bunny Anderson; granddaughter, Jamie Hassel; great-grandson, Weston; sister, Tyke Barker; and brothers, Chuck and Jerry Angus.
Graveside services will be held Thursday, March 25, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the Cleveland City Cemetery. Viewing will be held on Wednesday, March 24, 2010 from 6-8 p.m. at Fausett Mortuary (680 East 100 South - Price, Utah). Interment will be in the Cleveland City Cemetery. Services are in the care of Fausett Mortuary. Family and friends may sign the guestbook and share memories of Smiles at www.fausettmortuary.com


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Peru is a fascinating mix of culture, colour and cuisine. From the soaring peaks of the Andes and the lush Amazon Rainforest to pre-Columbian ruins and Spanish colonial mansions - Peru is magical and inspiring. A country full of unique destinations which is full of surprises and exceptional experiences from luxury trains to Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca, trekking in the Andes, private planes over the Nazca Lines and luxury cruises and lodges in the Amazon.
It has never been easier to experience Peru in style.
A nation full of flavours whose cuisine already ranks among the world's most prestigious; it is a country which is guaranteed to stimulate your senses. With its breath-taking landscape and brilliant diversity, Peru opens itself to the world to welcome those seeking unforgettable life experiences.
Location: Peru is located in the Western coast of South America, bordering the South Pacific Ocean on the west; Bolivia, Brazil and Chile to the east and south and Ecuador and Columbia to the north.
Size, population and regions: Peru is the 3rd largest country in South America at 1.28 million km, with a population of 28 million people; around 7.5 million Peruvians live in the country's capital, Lima. More than half, (52%), of the nation lives along the coast, 36% in the highlands and 12% in jungle areas.
Language: Spanish is the most spoken language of Peru. However, Quechua (the language of the Incas), Aymara and 40 other indigenous Amazonian languages also have official status. English is widely spoken in major tourist areas.
Capital City Lima which is the only capital in South America with an oceanfront. Other major cities include Arequipa and Trujillo.
Weather Peru is divided in 3 main regions. The temperature is different in each region:
The Coast represents 12% of the territory; it is a narrow strip of desert intersected by rivers. The Northern section of the coast is sunny all year round. The coastal region is where the locals head during the hottest months from mid-November through to the end of March. Rain is most likely to fall along the coast between June and October, however is infrequent. Temperatures along the coast are pleasant (14°C to 28°C).
The Highlands represent 28% of the territory, dominated by the Andean Mountain Range that runs parallel to the Pacific Ocean. The highlands are cool, averaging between 9°C and 18°C because of the altitude, but can be visited year round even during the wet season which falls between December and March.
The Amazon Rainforest is nearly 60% and it is the richest and most varied tropical rainforest and one of the great natural reserves on the planet. Rain is common year-round in the Amazon rainforest, however the wettest months are mid-November to March and even in the wet season it only rains for a few hours at a time. The rainforest also enjoys quite hot weather ranging from 26°C to 40°C, with the cooler months from April to November.
When to go Low season runs from November to April, while high season runs from May to October.
Currency: Nuevo Sol (PEN). 1 Nuevo Sol is equivalent to 2.6 Australian Dollars.
Time Peru is approximately 15 hours behind the Eastern States of Australia and 13 hours behind Perth.
Passport and Visa RequirementsAustralian visitors to Peru require a valid passport with at least six months validity from the planned date of return. Visitors also require a return ticket on arrival.
Passport and visa requirements are subject to change. It is recommended you contact the Embassy of Peru in Australia for more information prior to travel.
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Financial Aid Resource Center
As college costs rise, so does the opportunity and need to get funding through federal aid, grants, low interest loans and scholarships. The first step in doing your financial aid homework is understanding your expenses and financial aid rights.
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When evaluating college costs, the first numbers people usually turn to are tuition, room, and board. While the tuition figures listed in most financial aid guides are fairly accurate, the average room and board figures can sometimes be off. Also, there are many additional expenses you need to consider that aren't always discussed.
The Direct Costs of College
Direct costs are those expenses that generally are paid to the college and are specifically education-related.
College Tuition
Tuition is fairly simple to understand; it's the amount the college requires to attend class. At some colleges, there's a flat tuition amount regardless of how many credit hours are taken. At others, the amount depends on the number of credit hours.
The first thing you'll want to do when adding up the total cost is put down the exact tuition amount. If the school bases the amount on number of credit hours, assume 15 hours per term.
College Administrative Fees
There are some fees required of all students and some that may have to be paid simply because of the major your child chooses. For example, science majors may have to pay a refundable lab breakage deposit of $50 to $100 per lab course.
Assume that you'll get none of this amount refunded, since even the most careful student breaks a beaker occasionally. Some colleges may also have an optional student services fee,depending upon whether you choose to participate in certain activities.
Books and Supplies
Here again, this figure will vary according to the major. For example, science books can be extraordinarily expensive ($75 or more for some), and there could be ten or more books required for one English literature course. In addition, there may be lab workbooks, photocopied articles, and study guides that don't always get figured in.
While the financial aid office usually provides an average annual amount, this figure is apt to be low. Estimate between $500 and $700 per year.
Room and Board Costs
This expense is dependent on whether you live in a dorm, off-campus apartment, group house, relative's home, etc. The dorm costs may also vary depending on whether the room is a single, double, triple, or quad bedroom. You won't know the actual amount until after you've been assigned a spot. For calculating purposes, use the average figure the college provides.
Unfortunately, many colleges lump room and board charges together, which can be misleading, but the cost of dorm rooms or rent usually can be calculated accurately. The range is typicallybetween $3,000 and $4,500 a year.
If you live on campus, you may have options as to meal plans. Some schools require that all meals be eaten in the school dining center. Others offer variable meal plans, where you sign up for any number of meals per week. What's best? You may not need three meals a day, seven days a week. So if you can, choose the plan that meets your needs. Remember, the school's estimated board cost will include only meal plans, not snacks, socializing, or splurges.
The Costs You Don't Think About
Transportation and Travel
This expense includes both the cost of commuting back and forth from the local residence to classes and the cost of getting to and from home during vacations and breaks. For a student living on campus, the transportation or commuting amount is probably zero, unless you have a car. If a car is involved, there are parking fees, insurance payments, and gas, oil, and maintenance costs.
The other transportation amount, referred to here as "travel," has to do with going between your home and the college. Every family will have a different amount, depending on whether the college is clear across the country or next door, whether you come home once, twice, or a dozen times, and whether the distance can be driven or not. We can't provide you with averages, but we will say that there are ways to make this figure lower, such as student discounts, public transportation, and ride-shares.
If you live on campus, you may have options as to meal plans. Some schools require that all meals be eaten in the school dining center. Others offer variable meal plans, where you sign up for any number of meals per week. What's best? You may not need three meals a day, seven days a week. So if you can, choose the plan that meets your needs. Remember, the school's estimated board cost will include only meal plans, not snacks, socializing, or splurges.
Personal Expenses These expenses include incidental expenditures such as laundry and entertainment.
Health Coverage
You will probably be able to remain on your parents' health insurance plan while a student, even when living away from home. So, your family can assume health expenses will be similar to those of recent years. Don't discount a few extra expenses, though.
Although the cost of college can sometimes seem criminal, it's important to know that when it comes to student financial aid, you do have some rights. Know these rights and ensure that they are being honored by colleges, federal and state institutions, and financial institutions.
In the financial aid process, you have the right to...
- Privacy: All record and data submitted with financial aid applications are treated as confidential information.
- Accept or decline any offer of financial aid.
- Be notified before cancellation of aid, as well as the reason for cancellation.
On applying for financial aid, you have the right to know...
- the cost of attendance
- the refund policy for withdraws
- what financial assistance is available from federal, state, and institutional resources
- the procedures and deadlines for financial aid submissions
- how financial aid recipients are selected
- how your eligibility is determined
Regarding any awards your receive, you have the right to know...
- how and when funds will be disbursed
- full details of each type of award you receive
- the interest rate
- the total amount you must pay
- when your repayment begins
- the cancellation and deferment provisions of your loan
- the length of your repayment period
Regarding any Federal Work-Study job, you have the right to know...
- a job description
- the hours
- the pay rate
- how and when you'll be paid
On meeting the obligations of your award, you have the right to know...
- the criteria used to determine satisfactory performance
- how to appeal any decision
The financial aid process can seem opaque at best. Knowing your rights going into it will help ensure that you get all the help to which you're entitled.
It's Never Too Early
It's never too early to start investigating how you'll pay for college. There are many investment accounts where you can save money tax-free, basically starting from birth! Pre-paid tuition plans were created to be inflation-proof, so that's another way you can start saving early. Or, if you can't afford to put aside any money, just studying for and doing well on your PSATs, SATs, and other standardized tests can put you way ahead in the financial aid game.
Apply for Aid Before Being Accepted
Inquire about the required financial aid forms when requesting admissions applications, and start the financial aid process six to nine months before you plan to enter school. Create a checklist of when all applications and forms are due.
Complete the FAFSA
Pick up a copy of the Federal Application for Free Student Aid (FAFSA) form from your high school guidance office or any college admissions office. Complete and submit the FAFSA to the federal processor as soon as possible after January 1 of the year you will be attending school. An online version of the FAFSA, called the FAFSA on the Web, is available through the Department of Education.
Find Out If You Need the CSS PROFILE
If you are considering applying to a private college or university, find out if the school requires the PROFILE, a new customized application for institutional aid made available by The College Scholarship Service.
Investigate Scholarships and Grants
The best way to receive an outside scholarship is to research your options. Spend a day at the library or on the Internet and investigate free resources. But make sure to take a look at the site's privacy policy, and be aware that you might encounter outdated data.
If you are planning to use a paid search service instead, investigate it thoroughly first to make sure it's from a reputable company. Develop a powerful resume that emphasizes your strengths and abilities. Compile and submit necessary applications as soon as possible.
Review Your Student Aid Report (SAR)
Approximately three to four weeks after submitting the FAFSA, you will receive an acknowledgment letter from the federal processor called the Student Aid Report (SAR). Review the SAR to ensure all information is accurate. If necessary, submit corrections.
Determine Your Expected Family Contribution
The most important element of both the SAR and the CSS PROFILE acknowledgment letter will be the Expected Family Contribution (EFC). The EFC is the out-of-pocket expense that you and/or your family are expected to contribute to your education. Financial aid offices use the EFC to determine your financial aid award.
Review Your Financial Aid Award Letters
Beginning in April, you should receive an award letter from the financial aid office of each college to which you have been accepted. The award letter states the type and amount of financial aid you will receive. Review your award letters to make sure they reflect accurate information.
Consider Negotiating for a Better Financial Aid Award
Your financial aid award will be a combination of grants, scholarships, work-study programs, state grants, and low-interest loans. If the package from a particular school is disappointing, it is possible at this time to contact the financial aid office and try to negotiate a better award, especially if you receive a better package from another school. Use this better financial aid award as a bargaining tool.
Apply for Loans
You and your family may decide to seek additional funds by applying for a federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS), a Federal Stafford Loan, or a privately insured supplemental loan.


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text: Mux Mool is an IDM producer associated with the Moodgadget and Ghostly labels who made his commercial recording debut in 2006. Born Brian Lindgren, he grew up in rural Minnesota and later relocated to Brooklyn, New York, where he befriended Jakub Marek Alexander of the electronic music label Moodgadget. Mool made his recording debut in 2006 with the track "Lost and Found" on the Moodgadget various-artists compilation The Rorschach Suite. In 2008 he released two EPs on Moodgadget, Drum EP and Death 9000, and was featured on the label compilations No New Enemies, Vol. 1 and The Synchronicity Suite. Also in 2008, his track "Night Court" was featured on the Adult Swim-sponsored free-download Ghostly Swim compilation released by Ghostly International. "Night Court" increased his exposure considerably, and he began garnering positive write-ups in mainstream electronic music publications such as XLR8R and URB, not to mention the blogosphere, where MP3s of his music circulated freely. In 2009 Mool released another EP on Moodgadget, Just Saying Is All. The following year saw a spate of releases on Ghostly: "Lady Linda" (digital single, January), Viking Funeral (digital EP, February), Skulltaste (full-length, March), and Wax Rose Saturday (digital collection of remixes, August). Drum EP 2 was issued in 2011, followed by Mool's second full-length, Planet High School, in 2012. ~ Jason Birchmeier, Rovi


text: it was a shame that nick barnett got hurt, but it was more of a shame that charles woodson broke his collar bone...ouch. He's a 13 year vet and he's Mr. Greenbay on defense. I can only imagine how bad you feel when you get hurt in the championship game. After he broke his collar bone he actually lined up for another play


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To two neighborhoods, actually. One is Los Angeles, where the Science & Entertainment Exchange has recently set up shop, and which the Norman Lear Center, which I direct, also calls home.
The other 'hood is more metaphorical. The Exchange is in Westwood, located at UCLA's California NanoSystems Institute; the Lear Center, based at USC's Annenberg School for Communication, is housed in Beverly Hills. But both of us are also in Hollywood, an industry that permeates the region, both literally and virtually.
In particular, both the Exchange and Hollywood, Health & Society (HH&S), a Lear Center project on which I'm the principal investigator, have a shared mission: improving the accuracy of the scientific information depicted in entertainment.
For HH&S, the focus is medicine and health. Funded initially by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, our scope includes all topics relevant to public health and safety and studied by the CDC, ranging from avian flu, obesity, and West Nile virus to autism, bioterrorism, and violence. Subsequent support from other agencies – the National Cancer Institute, the Division of Transplantation, the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health – enabled us to expand our scope to topics like clinical trials, organ donation, patient safety and medical errors, and workplace injuries. More recently, support from The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has enabled us to address health issues like malaria, HIV/AIDS, and tuberculosis in a global context, and funding from The California Endowment has added a focus on the environment, income inequality, and other social determinants of health.
What do we do with these topics? We try to make it as easy as possible for writers and producers of television series and movies to depict those issues factually. Any entertainment industry professional, at no cost, can enlist our help to connect them to clinicians, researchers, first responders, field workers, patients, victims, families, agencies – to experts across the country and around the world on any public health and safety issues that come up in their storylines. These experts, in turn, provide technical assistance and advice to those shows and films. They don't tell writers what they have to do, but they do tell them what's true, and they do their best to help those writers tell their stories without sacrificing either accuracy or entertainment value.
The reason our funders support this work is the tremendous influence that entertainment has on audiences. Research consistently shows that audiences believe that the medical and health content of entertainment storylines is accurate. What viewers take in when they watch television and movies does more than capture their imaginations; whether the makers of entertainment intend it or not, their creations constitute a kind of unofficial curriculum about how the world works. Writers do what they do in order to attract viewers, not to conduct public health communication campaigns. But because their stories have such a powerful impact on audiences' knowledge, beliefs, and behavior, we do our best to help them make smash hits and blockbusters that don't needlessly misinform their consumers.
And now the National Academy of Sciences, through the Exchange, has come to town. The broad portfolio of the NAS means that industry professionals will now have access to science and engineering experts on cutting-edge topics including extraterrestrial life, computer technology, climate change, and multiple dimensions. And where the subject matter expertise of the Exchange and of HH&S converge – in Institute of Medicine topics, and in life science basic research – we have fashioned a way to route industry queries to one another's networks of scientists, wherever the most appropriate expertise is located.
So welcome to the 'hood, NAS. Hollywood will profit from the cool science you can connect it with. And society will benefit from the audiences exposed to the knowledge you can broker to them. As we say in show biz, break a leg.
Marty Kaplan holds the Norman Lear chair in entertainment, media and society at the USC Annenberg School for Communication, where he directs the Norman Lear Center, a nonpartisan research and public policy center studying and shaping the impact of entertainment on society. A summa cum laude graduate of Harvard in molecular biology, and a Ph.D. from Stanford in modern thought and literature, he was Vice President Walter Mondale's chief speechwriter, and he worked at Disney for 12 years as a motion picture executive and as a screenwriter and producer.


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Yamaha P-Series P-255 Lightweight Digital Piano, White
Yamaha P-Series P-255 Lightweight Digital Piano, WhiteDetails
The best-selling Yamaha P Series is a leader in compact, stylish pianos. The P-255 offers a more authentic piano sound and feel than ever before, able to be played in any setting you require.
Please note: Stand not included
Special Offer - In a limited time offer Yamaha digital pianos and keyboards purchased between the 15th July 2016 and 31st March 2017 include a free 3 month subscription to the flowkey interactive learning app for your smartphone or tablet.
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Please note: This is only available where all items in the order are dispatched in a single delivery.
To make it as easy as possible for you to get the gear you want, we offer a range of instant finance options. If you spend £250 or more online, you can choose to pay over 48, 36 or 24 months. The majority of decisions are given instantly, so you could get your new gear sooner than you thought!
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To help you understand how our finance options work, the examples below are based on a total order value of £250:
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Final payment: £6.83
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Applying for finance couldn't be easier - if your order totals £250 or more, simply proceed through the checkout as normal, then select Pay by Finance on the payment page, then click the orange APPLY FOR INSTANT FINANCE button. This will start your application with V12 Retail Finance, our finance partner, and completing this form should take approximately 10 minutes.
You should get an instant answer on whether your application has been successful, though in some rare cases V12 may need to look at the application in more detail.
Please note: This is only available on orders placed via the website consisting of a single delivery, and is not available in store or via phone currently.
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Yamaha and piano tutorial company flowkey have collaborated for a limited time offer to give you 3 months of premium learning. Simply download the flowkey app on your smartphone or tablet, register your instrument and begin your subscription. Premium flowkey members have access to over 500 songs covering major hits from pop, classical, rock and more. The user friendly interface allows you to learn each song in both a sheet music format as well as a play-along video. Thanks to the adjustable difficulty settings, flowkey can be used by complete novices and developed musicians alike. This intuitive app can even track your playing and offer instant feedback to help improve your skills. Any Yamaha digital piano purchased between 15th July 2016 and 31st March 2017 is now eligible for three months of premium flowkey access.
How to claim
- Purchase a new Yamaha digital piano or keyboard between 15th July 2016 and 31st March 2017
- Visit member.europe.yamaha.com/flowkey to register your instrument
- Follow the link to the flowkey site and use your unique code to enjoy three months premium access, worth €38.99/£34, completely free of charge!
A contemporary digital piano for musicians of all abilities, the P-255 is suitable for practice and live performance. The compact, portable design means it can be played almost anywhere, without compromising on a full range of performance capabilities.
Comfortable, Graded Hammer Action Keyboard
The keys features synthetic ivory keytops with unique moisture absorption properties, ensuring your fingers don't slip even when you've been playing for a long time. Play any type of music with confidence, the keys made for rapid finger movement. Playing the P-255 feels like you're playing a real acoustic piano, thanks to the Graded Hammer action keyboard which makes the higher keys lighted and the lower keys heavier. You can set the keys to one of four sensitivity levels.
The P-255 is the first model in the P-Series which features 256 note polyphony, enabling you to play complex songs with intricate pedal work and many notes.
Versatile Piano Voices
A Pure CF Sound Engine is used to produce the P-255's piano sounds. This tone generator features the recorded sounds of Yamaha's concert grand pianos, replicating the nuances of delicate playing and the power of wide dynamic ranges.
Greater realism is given to the P-255 with Key-off Sampling, reproduceing a slight change in sound when you remove your fingers from the keys, Sustain Sampling, changing the resonance when the damper pedal is in use, and String Resonance, reproducing the effect of a grand piano hammer causing the strings around to resonate when it hits one particular string.
Well-Balanced Speakers
The round speakers on the P-255 vibrate in a natural way, producing a well-balanced sound, where low notes have a rich tone. Built in tweeters are present, so that the higher notes sound brighter. The P-255 features two 15W amplifiers, delivering a powerful sound.
More Sophisticated Performances
Although it feels and sounds like an acoustic piano, the P-255 lets you express your creativity with a number of built-in options, from rhythm tracks for Jazz, Latin and Swing to a vibrant range of instrument voices including strings, synth and organ.
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The product price includes a one year warranty and 30 day money back guarantee.
However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers.
The highlights of this enhanced warranty service are:
- Warranty is extended to 5 years from the date of delivery.
- Our Money Back guarantee is extended from 30 days to 90 days (terms apply after 30 days)
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- Loan or replacement equipment will be provided if the product isn't repaired within 30 days
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We're in the tail-end of graduation season, which probably means you're fresh out of gift ideas for all those high school graduates heading off to college. It's easy to get the grad a gift card to a favorite store or give them some much-needed cash, but giving them something special that will help with the transition or make them an instant hit in the dorm rooms will make your gift really stand out. Check out some of our favorite gift ideas for high school graduates that are perfect for plenty of grads, especially when paired with a personalized graduation congratulations card that shows how proud you are of all they've accomplished.
1. Help them record all of their favorite memories with a digital camera. Taking pictures of their dorm room, floor socials, and new best friends will help any new college student remember what made the first year the best year yet. A digital camera is the easiest way for them to share their pictures on facebook with friends and family, and will help keep everyone in the loop about what a great time they're having.
2. Making new friends has never been easier than with portable games like foosball or pingpong. Created in small sizes perfect for a dorm room or small apartment, these games are the perfect gift for the sporty grad who can connect with new friends over a friendly game.
3. Let them connect over music with speakers. Whether sharing their favorite new artists or listening to some of their favorite songs together, having a set of speakers beyond the normal computer ones will make this high school grad the hit of the college dorm.
4. Cancel out the noise of roommates (or those new speakers!) with a set of noise-cancelling headphones. Whether the new grad wants to jam out to his or her music in peace or needs to drown out the noise to make studying easier, these headphones will come in handy for a variety of occasions.
5. Remind the grad of where they've come from and where they'll go. As they start this new chapter, any new grad will be a little sentimental for their home and friends from high school. A photo collage frame that holds pictures of their family and friends is a sweet decoration for any dorm room that their new friends will love to see as well. Tell the new grad how much you think they'll still accomplish with a copy of a book like Dr. Seuss' "Oh, the Places You'll Go!". You can personalize it with a sweet note inside to remind the graduate of how proud you already are of them, and how excited you are for all that the future holds.
Be sure to check out Cardstore's collection of graduation cards to find one to pair with your gift for an added touch. Whether featuring a photo of the grad or an inspirational quote, it's a great chance to share your best wishes with the grad. What are some of your favorite gifts to give to high school grads?
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Gov. John Hickenlooper acknowledged on July 10 that the tax hike being proposed to fund a new school finance formula is not his "exact preference," but it is one that he thinks is "winnable" and will support.
The governor's comments, which followed an unrelated Capitol press conference, mark the first time Hickenlooper has told reporters he supports the specific tax initiative tied to a school funding overhaul that advocates have recently decided to pursue.
The two-tiered tax hike — which will have a greater impact on higher wage earners — would fund Senate Bill 213, the "Future School Finance Act," so long as voters approve a ballot initiative that will create about $950 million in new taxes.
"I'm not sure it was my exact preference," said Hickenlooper, referring to the tax proposal that was chosen by education groups last month. "But the bottom line is, you gotta have something on (the ballot) that's winnable."
The Democratic governor added that "it's just not worth all the trouble and work if you're going to go to the ballot and lose."
"So, within … that array of ballot language that conceivably can win, I think this is the best."
Hickenlooper has been pressed to confirm his support for the tax hike since he signed Senate Bill 213 into law in May. He told reporters after the signing that he had his preferences on what the tax would look like, but he would not share them.
The governor did say at the time that he "certainly" would campaign for the ballot effort, whatever it ended up looking like.
Hickenlooper said on July 10 that he's spent the last month having conversations with business leaders about the tax initiative
"It's a complex issue, and in the majority of the cases, once we get the facts out there, they're pretty supportive," the governor said.
If funded, the new school finance act would create full-day kindergarten, provide preschool for at-risk children, and would put more money into needs-based programs for special education students and children who are learning English.
The act also aims to increase per-pupil funding for school districts across the state in a more equitable fashion than the current system allows.
Initiative 22 will ask Colorado voters in November to approve an increase in the state income tax, which is now 4.63 percent for all Coloradans. Under Initiative 22, residents who make up to $75,000 a year would see their rate rise to 5 percent. Income above that level would be taxed at 5.9 percent.
Ballot organizers have until Aug. 5 to collect 86,105 valid signatures for the initiative to be placed on the ballot.


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hills, trees, squirrels, and sunbathing co-eds! beautiful and slightly challenging.
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Beautiful course and difficult at times because of the ammount of trees. Some holes are pretty long as well. Their is some hidden holes off the tee. No tee pads and is only 9 holes which is kind of a bummer. Overall pretty good for a course that is right in the middle of the campus.
+0 votes Derek Desentz › November 2, 2013
Great mix of challenging and easier holes with a beautiful landscape on the college campus, but the tee pads need some serious work.
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Fun small course to practice and is easy to play on a week night.


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doesnt baltromeo seem like he's wearing fake teeth, maybe prosthetic forehead to you guys?
doesnt baltromeo seem like he's wearing fake teeth, maybe prosthetic forehead to you guys?
A common mistake that people make when trying to design something completely foolproof is to underestimate the ingenuity of complete fools.
The best part of the chapter to me was learning Caesar's bounty... 3 billion beri bounty is ridiculous - like when the manga started the 100m beri that Nami needed was put forward like it would be enough to make someone incredibly rich, even during the Water 7 Arc the shipwrights were acting like they could build a 'top of the line' ship for the 100m that the Straw Hats had left.
For 3billion beri the Straw Hats may had been better off turning him in to the marines lol
First things first, Hart_lerouxx and Sir Chaos, When Oda said that, he was talking about Crocodile; who allied himself with Luffy for two arcs.
Second, Airicks, that is a bad translation. Anything from Mangapanda/Mangareader or Mangastream should be taken with a grain of salt as one chooses to be earlier than others and sacrifices quality and accuracy while the other sacrifices accuracy and time for quallity and "coolness". That being said, we were given CC's bounty shortly before we met CC by Smoker. His bounty is 300mil.
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Well, We know that skypia is fine, the cover pages of 643-649 hows skypia and it looks just fine so hes probably just teasing luffy about the skypians.
I think bellamy would be a good addition to the crew just to have another combatant. I mean i think luffy should gain another 1-3 crew members. job or not.
@xioaxioa: thanks for your correction. So it left us no hint what kind of guy luffy would pick.
@cross777: yes, he need those additions to compete yonkou. All yonkous have huge army. If we count jinbe, then he just need 2 combatants.
Luffy needs more than just 3 members if he intends to take on the Yonko alone. Sure, the SH currently have an alliance, but assuming it only lasts for one Yonko battle, the SH will need alot more power. Luffy Zoro and Sanji should hold their own, the others leave alot to be desired. IMO each Yonko has a large crew and in that crew, the main members seem to be on the level of Shichibukai. So, with that said, it would be nuts to think that the Yonko would go down or be challenged so easily.
I'd love to see how a Yonko(Kaido) does against the SH and Heart pirates who happen to also align with Kid, Apoo and Hawkins. That group would certainly cause the Yonko problems.
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By PATSY STODDARDEditor
Hearings have begun on the Crandall Canyon Mine disaster. A United States Senate subcommittee for Labor, Health and Human Services and Education held a hearing on mine safety and preventing future disasters.
Sen. Tom Harkin conducted the meeting. He offered condolences to Richard Stickler, the assistant secretary of labor for the Mine Safety and Health administration on the loss of their employee, Gary Jensen. Harkin quoted a statistic that 104,000 miners have died over the last century.
He wonders why with all technology available, accidents continue to happen. There have been a lot of changes over the years.
Both Senators from Utah, Robert Bennett and Orrin Hatch gave comments and asked questions at the hearings. Sen. Hatch said he is honored to serve the people of Utah. He has the highest regard for the three rescuers that gave their lives. His thoughts and prayers are with the miners and their families. The three rescuers that lost their lives are the best Utah has to offer. They came together as a community and did all they could to save the miners. Sen. Hatch offered congratulations to Richard Stickler from MSHA, Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. and mayors, Hilary Gordon and Joe Piccolo from Huntington and Price, and Emery County Sheriff LaMar Guymon and his deputies. He said they were all heroes through this disaster.
Sen. Bennett said in the 1920s the death rate of miners was 3.36 miners per 1,000 per year. Now in 2007 it is .2 per 1,000 miners per year. As a nation we have made great progress, but we must continue to make progress and not be lulled into security. Sen. Bennett said it is good that Sec. Elaine Chao is conducting an independent investigation into MSHA's handling of the mine accident and also Gov. Huntsman is beginning an investigation. "I look forward to the results of these investigations. The state of Utah has unique topography and it may be that solutions that are effective in other parts of the country are not effective in Utah. I hope we can use this tragedy to find out exactly what it is we need to do to make mining as safe as possible, not just for my state but for miners everywhere," said Sen. Bennett.
Former MSHA director, Davitt McAteer was questioned and he said as mines get deeper the bumps and bounces increase and that is a geological fact. He said seismic detection equipment is in use in South African mines with a depth of two-three miles. This equipment has existed the last 10-15 years. Talk centered around if this equipment should be mandated by MSHA for use in deep mines. Shallow mines without a tendency to bump, would not need the equipment, but McAteer saw it as valuable for use in deep mines such as those in Utah. Sen. Bennett wondered if MSHA has the authority to mandate it now. McAteer said he believes it is something MSHA could take on.
Sen. Bennett said it is his understanding the shallow easy to get to coal is becoming a thing of the past and that mining is going to get more dangerous as we continue to go after the energy our country needs.
Sen. Bennett said Mr. Stickler handled the disaster with as much caring and consideration as he has seen in this situation. Sen. Bennett said he was at the mine site the second day after the first disaster and at that time he understood there would be no recovery effort if the seismic activity continued.
Stickler explained when the disaster occurred the underground miners and mine rescue teams immediately began crawling and probing the areas of entries one-four. This rescue attempt was made in low conditions of approximately 30 inches. Workers blasted a previously sealed area trying to gain access to the trapped miners.
All of that exploration without adequate protection was suspended and the attention turned to the rehabilitation of entry one. Roof bolters were used and crews set the 40 ton water jacks and installed cables and chainlink fencing to secure the ribs. These protections held up from Aug. 7-16. On Aug. 16 another seismic bump occurred which killed three rescuers and injured six others.
Stickler said this underground rescue effort was carried out with the support of MSHA and ground control experts and they were confident it was enough protection. He said he was in the mine several times and felt safe. If they had felt it was unsafe they would have withdrawn.
Sen. Bennett wondered if an incident commander should have been appointed. Stickler replied they operated the rescue efforts with a lot of cooperation with the mining company, MSHA and other experts. They cooperatively worked to come up with the best ideas. He said every disaster situation is different and he has found working together cooperatively works best. If MSHA totally takes control then what responsibility does the mining company have. "It would be a monumental task to replace the mine operator. I lean toward a cooperative effort."
This is the first in a several part series concerning the hearings into the Crandall Canyon Mine disaster. Read the continuing portion of the series in the Sept. 25 edition of the Emery County Progress.


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Whitnall girls swimming
The Falcons finished third in their own Fountainwood Funfest Invitational on Saturday with 319 points.
Senior Lauren Zurowski came in second in the 50-yard freestyle in 26.93 seconds, and the 200 freestyle relay team of senior Leah Jenk, junior Jill Kolasinski, junior Mary Sullivan and senior Leah Windt was also a runnerup, finishing in 1 minute, 49.12 seconds.
Taking third were senior Sarah Arteaga in the 100 breaststroke (1:12.85) and the 400 freestyle unit of Jenk, senior Rebecca Wigington, Windt and Sullivan (4:08.6).
The 200 medley unit of Kolasinski, Arteaga, sophomore Lizzie Streim and Zurowski finished fourth (2:03.86).
Claiming fifth were Windt in the 200 freestyle (2:10.78) and Kolasinski in the 100 backstroke (1:10.9).
Muskego won the meet with 502 points, and Wausau East took second with 387.
Franklin girls swimming
The Sabers opened their season finishing ninth in the Wauwatosa West Early Bird Invite on Aug. 18.
The Sabers scored 126 points for their spot as Brookfield Central won with 299.
Divers led the way for Franklin, as sophomore Katrina Vogue was second with 360.15 points and senior Melanie Pearson was third with 353.25.
Other noteworthy efforts for the Sabers: 200-yard individual medley - sophomore Jourdan Lepkowski, 10th (2:32.71); junior Elizabeth Herrick, 11th (2:34.38); 100 butterfly - Lepkowski, 12th (1:09.45); 500 free - junior Rowan Liederbach, 13th (6:22.46); 100 breaststroke - Herrick, ninth (1:18.75).
Franklin will be at the Racine Park Invitational at 11 a.m. Saturday.
Franklin boys soccer
The Sabers opened their season with an impressive 11-1 rout of West Allis Central on Aug. 16.
Scoring goals for the Sabers were Zachary Konz, James Yang, Gunther Doubek, Austin Koska, Josh Martens (2), Lazar Petrovic, Pablo Guzman, Joe Polka, Brad Wieland and Daniel Peyer.
Guzman and Yang had two assists each.
After taking on Greenfield on Aug. 22, the Sabers will visit Greendale on Saturday in a 6:30 p.m. tilt.
Oak Creek boys soccer
The Knights opened their season with a 4-0 win over area rival Greendale on Aug. 14.
Oak Creek got two goals apiece from juniors Dylan Johnson and senior Dakota Slone, while juniors Chirstian Alfaro and Esai Perez had an assist apiece.
The Knights will be at South Milwaukee at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 23 and then in the Cudahy Tournament on Saturday, taking on Wisconsin Lutheran and Whitnall before visiting area rival Franklin at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Greendale girls swimming
Freshman Carolyn Jungers won the 200-yard individual medley in 2 minutes, 16.78 seconds and the 100 freestyle in 56.06 seconds at Saturday's Fountainwood Funfest Invite.
The 400 freestyle relay unit of junior Lizzy Pekar, senior Emily Barutzke, sophomore Carolina Rowe and Jungers came in sixth (4:19.44).
Junior Megan Elliott placed seventh in the 500 freestyle (6:33.09) and eighth in the 200 freestyle (2:29.85). The 200 freestyle relay squad of Barutzke, sophomore Abby Vey, sophomore Tess Knezic and Pekar took eighth (2:04.37).
Greendale claimed seventh place with 143 points.
Greendale boys soccer
The Panthers began the 2012 season with two losses, 4-0 to Oak Creek on Aug. 14 and 3-1 to Waukesha South on Friday.
Senior Cody Serrano came up with 11 saves in the Oak Creek game.
"We had some nice opportunities on goal in both games," head coach George Knezic said, "but we need to put the ball in the net. Defensively, our positioning needs to improve with more depth, since the team speed does not match with the opponents' forwards."
Franklin girls golf
The Sabers were 13th of 14 at the Mukwonago Invitational on Aug. 13.
At the Mukwonago meet, the Sabers turned in an 18-hole score of 465 as Racine Prairie won with 336.
Freshman Megan Hessil led the way for Franklin with a 102 mark, while sophomore Kaitlin Bowe came in with a 106, freshman Kristin Bowe 127, junior Alyssa Darst 130 and senior Maggie English 147.
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Transportation in and out of the area is made easy with options all around. The Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is located just nine miles east of Keller. The Fort Worth Alliance Airport can be found four miles north of the city, and it's just five miles south to the Richland Hills Light Rail Station.
New residential development is expanding the city in every direction. Today, over 30,000 residents call Keller home. In 2005, the average existing home was valued at $225,625; new home construction was $108,000. Residential development is expanding the city in all directions, with homes under $100,000 to close to $2 million. Availability includes everything from manufactured housing to lush, custom-built estates, ranch land, and everything in between. For commuters, Interstate 35W and U.S. Highway 377 give residents quick access to Fort Worth and surrounding communities.
Keller recently built a new town hall, municipal service center, and a state-of-the-art recreation and aquatic center, The Keller Pointe, considered one of the best of its kind in the Southwest. The Pointe features indoor and outdoor water slides, a fitness center, youth adventure camps, activities for seniors, and year-round activities for families. The Keller Town Center includes historic Old Town, shopping, municipal facilities, and connections to the City's extensive trail system.
Keller Independent School District has 30 campuses serving more than 20,000 students. Enrollment in the school district has doubled during the past ten years and is expected to do the same during the next decade, making it the ninth-fastest growing school district in Texas. The district includes four high schools, five intermediate school, five middle schools, and sixteen elementary schools.
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Topic: lighttpd crashes, an old mother cries
Sorry for the crappy pun and the Live lyrics
Anyway, I just got a Macbook last week and set up the classic Rails environment of lighttpd and FastCGI. Everything's installed in /usr/local. However, when I run ./script/server I can use lighttpd for about 3 seconds before it crashes. If I force WEBrick my app runs fine (just testing with a local install of Typo right now), and the app runs fine under Mongrel as well.
Here are my questions:
1. Where can I get more information on what's happening with lighttpd? (i.e. location of log files, etc.).
2. Anyone have a specific issue like this before? If so, what did you do to fix it?
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Santa Barbara Weather: 54.3°F | Humidity: 56% | Pressure: 30.29in (Rising) | Conditions: Clear | Wind Direction: South | Wind Speed: 1.2mph [see map]
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updated: Nov 29, 2012, 12:06 PM
By Denise Dewire
I just returned from a three day trip to Yosemite with a friend from Sacramento. We had gorgeous weather,
although a brisk, chilly 32 degrees each morning we were out shooting. And luckily during our visit, we
had a full moon that wasn't obscured by any clouds. Here are a few from the several hundred I captured of
this fantastic national park. This year even though fall started off early, it has lasted a lot longer then most
years, according to locals. And those Ravens are so use to people, they practically climb in your car if you
leave the door open. I'm guessing too many visitors "feed" them thus making them almost "pet-like"!
If you've never had the Yosemite experience, I highly recommend a visit. From my front door (Ventura) to
the valley floor it's just a short six hour drive, (maybe a bit shorter if you don't encountered fog or rain)!
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