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Section 1065:00. Definitions.
Subd. 1. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the words, combinations of words, terms and phrases, as used in Section 1065:00 et seq., shall have the meanings set forth in the subdivisions of this section which follow.
Subd. 2. "Weeds" as used in this ordinance shall be construed to mean and include all noxious weeds as defined in Minnesota Statutes Sections 18.77 and 21.72 and all such useless and troublesome plants as are commonly known as weeds to the general public.
Subd. 3. "Person" as used in this ordinance shall mean and include one (1) or more persons of either sex, natural persons, corporations, partnerships, associations, societies, and all other entities of any kind capable of being sued.
Subd. 4. "City" as used in this ordinance is the City of Owatonna, Minnesota.
Subd. 5. Natural Wooded Lot means an area where the land, trees, and vegetation appear not to have been graded, landscaped, mowed, or otherwise disturbed by human or mechanical means at any time. The Weed Inspector shall use reasonable judgment in determining what constitutes this type of lot based on the present appearance of the area and research as to the history of the area if such is available.
Section 1065:05. No owner, lessee or occupant, nor agent, servant, representative, or employee of any such owner, lessee, or occupant having control of any lot or land or any part thereof within the corporate limits of this municipality shall permit or maintain on any such lot or land, or on or along any sidewalk adjacent to the same, or along any street adjacent to the said property between the property line and the curb, or on or along any alley adjacent to the said property between the property line and the middle of the alley, any growth of grasses, rank vegetation, or weeds whether defined as noxious weeds or not to a height greater than as follows:
(a) Upon any occupied lot or other land no greater than 6 inches;
(b) Upon any vacant lot contiguous to any occupied lot no greater than 12 inches;
(c) Upon any natural wooded lot or land growth shall not exceed 12 inches in height on or adjacent to the public right-of-way and including the boulevard area as defined in Section 660:00, Subd. 7;
(d) Upon any other lot or land no greater than 18 inches.
The following areas and types of vegetation are exempted from this provision if managed in a manner so as not to become infested with weeds or to create a stagnant, foul-smelling condition:
(a) Native wetland vegetation found in wetlands, as defined by the State of Minnesota Wetlands Conservation Act, or in floodplains, drainage ponds, or ditches which store and convey stormwater;
(b) Native vegetation found in natural areas which are part of public open space, parks, and nature centers;
(c) Areas of any occupied lot or parcel of land having wetland-type vegetation because of neighborhood drainage patterns, where the drainage pattern is evident on contour maps and from field observation, and the vegetation is confined to a single lot, separated from adjacent lots, and managed so as not to be a nuisance.
(d) An area where the land and vegetation appear not to have been graded, landscaped, mowed, or otherwise disturbed by human or mechanical means at any time. The Weed Inspector shall use reasonable judgment in determining what constitutes this type of area based on the present appearance of the area and research as to the history of the area, if such information is available.
(e) An area of at least five (5) acres used by an educational institution or public agency for prairie land restoration, if the prior vegetation is eliminated and the prairie vegetation is planted through transplanting or seed. The area shall be cut at least once per year to a height of no more than eighteen (18) inches if weeds cover more than 25 percent of the area. If such mowing is necessary and the area is likely to be seen by the public, a sign shall be posted advising that a meadow or prairie is being established. The size of the sign shall be one (1) square foot and it shall be no higher than three (3) feet.
No such person shall cause, permit, or allow poison ivy, ragweed, or other poisonous plants or plants detrimental to health, to grow on any such lot or any such land in such manner that any part of said weeds or plants shall extend upon, overhang or border any public place, or in such manner that said weeds or plants are allowed to seed or to emit pollen or other poisonous particles into the atmosphere in a manner such that said particles are carried through the air into any public places.
Section 1065:10. Duties of Owners, Lessees and Occupants. It shall be the duty of the owner, lessee, or occupant of any lot or land to cut and remove, or to cause to be cut and removed, all such weeds, grass, or other rank, poisonous or harmful vegetation as often as may be necessary to comply with the provisions of Section 1065:05. Provided, that this section shall not apply to lands under cultivation or to lands where hay is harvested; although neither may the owners, lessees, or occupants of such lands flagrantly violate the provisions of this ordinance. Upon service of notice of a violation of this ordinance, as hereinafter provided for, on the owner of land, lessee or occupant or agent, servant, representative, or employee of such owner, lessee, or occupant to whom this ordinance is inapplicable, because the lands are under cultivation or are lands where hay is harvested, it shall be the responsibility of said owner to inform the City Weed Inspector before the expiration date of the served notice that the land is being used for harvest. Thereafter, the owner, lessee, or occupant or any agent, servant, representative, or employee of any such owner, lessee, or occupant having control of any such land shall be deemed to be in compliance with this ordinance.
Section 1065:15. Cutting by the Weed Inspector. If the provisions of the foregoing sections in this ordinance are not complied with, the City Weed Inspector shall serve written notice of such fact upon the owner, lessee, occupant, or any agent or person having the care or control of such lot or land. If the person upon whom the notice is served fails, neglects, or refuses to cut and remove or to cause to be cut and removed, such weeds, grass, or other vegetation within the time specified in the notice, after receipt of such notice, or if no person can be found in this municipality who either is or claims to be the owner of such lot or land, or who either represents or claims to represent such owner, the Weed Inspector may cause such weeds, grass, or other vegetation on such lot or land to be cut and removed.
The actual cost of cutting and removal, together with a $25.00 administrative fee and such other additional costs incurred in connection therewith, shall be certified by the Weed Inspector to the Council prior to the first day of October in each year. The amount so charged against said premises, lots, or parcels of land shall be a lien upon the property on which said weeds, grass, and vegetation were located, and shall be added to, and become, and form part of the taxes next to be assessed and levied upon such lot or land, and the Council shall, by appropriate resolution, assess the costs above mentioned against said premises, and certify the same to the County Auditor of Steele County, Minnesota. The same shall be collected and enforced in the same manner as the collection of real estate taxes.
Section 1065:20. Violation and Penalty. Any person who shall neglect to cut and remove weeds, grass, or other vegetation as directed in this ordinance, or who shall fail, neglect or refuse to comply with the provisions of any notice herein provided, or who shall violate any of the provisions of Section 1065, or who shall resist or obstruct the Weed Inspector, or his employees, in the cutting and removal of weeds, grass, and other vegetation shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a petty offense as provided in Section 1100:00, Subd. 2, of this Code, and each day on which such violation continues shall constitute a separate offense.
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Conference Information
|Full Title:
|19th Himalayan Languages Symposium
|Short Title:
|Canberra, Australia
|Start Date:
|06-Sep-2013 - 08-Sep-2013
|Gwendolyn Hyslop
|Meeting Email:
|click here to access email
|Meeting URL:
|Meeting Description:
|The Himalayan Languages Symposium is an annual event that provides an open scholarly forum for scholars working on various aspects of languages of the greater Himalayas region: Burushaski, Kusunda, Tibeto-Burman, Indo-Iranian, Austroasiatic, Kradai, Andamanese, Nahali, Dravidian, or any other language of the area. The Symposium, in addition to Himalayan languages, also welcomes discussion on related disciplines such as history, anthropology, archaeology and prehistory of the greater Himalayan regions.
This year's HLS is tied in with several exciting events. HLS immediately follows the 5th International Conference on Austroasiatic Linguistics (ICAAL 5) and also features a Master Class and public lecture on integrating disparate fields by Prof. George van Driem, prior to both events. Additional public lectures will also be announced.
Keynote Speakers:
Toni Huber (Humboldt University)
Barbara Kelly (University of Melbourne)
Registration and accommodation details will be announced shortly at http://www.himalayansymposium.org/.
|Linguistic Subfield:
|General Linguistics
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How much do you know about the secrets Olivia Pope and her staff keep? Take this quiz on "Scandal" to see if you can match wits with this cast of secret-keepers.
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Question 1 of 30
Which actress plays the lead role of Olivia Pope in the television series "Scandal"?
Julianna Margulies
Tea Leoni
Kerry Washington
Washington was also in the movies "Django Unchained" and "Confirmation."
Question 2 of 30
Who is the creator of the television series "Scandal"?
Shonda Rhimes
Rhimes also created the successful television series "Grey's Anatomy."
Michelle King
Barbara Hall
Question 3 of 30
When did "Scandal" premiere in the U.S.?
"Scandal" premiered in the U.S. on April 5, 2012.
Question 4 of 30
True or false: "Scandal" is set in New York City.
The setting for the series is Washington.
Question 5 of 30
Which "Scandal" character is a former CIA operative?
Huck is a former assassin for B613.
Question 6 of 30
Which company does the "Scandal" character Olivia Pope own?
Olivia Pope & Associates
Olivia Pope & Associates is a public relations agency specializing in crisis management.
Washington Associates
Question 7 of 30
Where is "Scandal" filmed?
Los Angeles
"Scandal" is filmed in Los Angeles.
New York City
Question 8 of 30
What former White House job did Olivia Pope have in the series "Scandal"?
chief of staff
national security advisor
communications director
Pope was a White House communications director.
Question 9 of 30
Which actress plays the "Scandal" character Quinn Perkins?
Darby Stanchfield
Katie Lowes
Lowes plays the character Quinn Perkins, a member of Olivia Pope's crisis management team.
Bellamy Young
Question 10 of 30
Which character is the president of the United States in the series "Scandal"?
Fitzgerald Grant
Grant ran for president against Democrat Samuel Reston.
Cyrus Beene
David Rosen
Question 11 of 30
Which actor plays the role of President Fitzgerald Grant?
Joshua Malina
Jeff Perry
Tony Goldwyn
Goldwyn also acted in "Divergent."
Question 12 of 30
Which network airs the television series "Scandal" in the U.S.?
The ABC television network airs "Scandal."
Question 13 of 30
What is the runtime of each episode of the television series "Scandal"?
26 minutes
39 minutes
43 minutes
Each episode of the television series "Scandal" has a runtime of about 43 minutes.
Question 14 of 30
Which Los Angeles-area building is used as a stand-in for White House exterior shots for the series "Scandal"?
Griffith Observatory
Huntington Library and Botanical Gardens
The Huntington Library is in San Marino, California.
Los Angeles City Courthouse
Question 15 of 30
Which "Scandal" character is played by the actress Darby Stanchfield?
Abby Whelan
Abby was once married to Charles Putney, the son of a former Virginia governor.
Mellie Grant
Sally Langston
Question 16 of 30
What is the name of the first lady?
The first lady's name is Mellie, which is short for Melody.
Question 17 of 30
True or false: Mellie Grant is played by the actress Bellamy Young.
Young plays the "Scandal" character Mellie Grant in the television series. Young's audition script featured only two lines of dialogue.
Question 18 of 30
What do the members of Olivia Pope & Associates call themselves in the series "Scandal"?
secret keepers
They call themselves "gladiators in suits."
Question 19 of 30
Which "Scandal" character does Olivia Pope have an affair with in the television series?
President Grant
Grant tried to get her fired off his campaign staff when he realized he was falling in love with her.
White House chief of staff
Vice President Langston
Question 20 of 30
Which actress plays Vice President Sally Langston?
Erica Shaffer
Portia de Rossi
Kate Burton
Previously, Burton had a recurring role in the "Extant" TV series as character Fiona Stanton.
Question 21 of 30
What is Olivia Pope's middle name?
Olivia Pope's middle name is Carolyn.
Question 22 of 30
Which of the following is NOT an official tagline of the television series "Scandal"?
We bury the secrets.
"We bury the secrets" is not one of the official taglines of the television series "Scandal."
The secret is out.
no looking back
Question 23 of 30
The third and sixth seasons of the television series "Scandal" were shortened due to the pregnancies of which actress?
Katie Lowes
Kerry Washington
Washington is married to NFL player Nnamdi Asomugha.
Darby Stanchfield
Question 24 of 30
What is the television parental guideline rating for the series "Scandal"?
The TV-14 rating suggests that a program contains material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14 years old.
Question 25 of 30
Which actor plays the "Scandal" character Huck in the television series?
Guillermo Diaz
Diaz also acted in the TV show "Weeds."
Joshua Malina
Scott Foley
Question 26 of 30
Which of Olivia's employees was once named Lindsay Dwyer?
Olivia Pope gave Lindsay Dwyer a new identity as Quinn Perkins and eventually hired her.
Question 27 of 30
Which "Scandal" character is the White House chief of staff?
David Rosen
Cyrus Beene
Beene has a daughter named Ella.
Jake Ballard
Question 28 of 30
Which actor plays the character Cyrus Beene?
Joe Morton
Columbus Short
Jeff Perry
Perry also acted on the popular show "Nash Bridges."
Question 29 of 30
True or false: The character Olivia Pope is based on the real-life "fixer" Judy Smith.
Smith, who served as deputy press secretary to George H.W. Bush, also works as co-executive producer on the series "Scandal."
Question 30 of 30
Which character is the assistant U.S. attorney in the television series?
Rowan Pope
David Rosen
Actor Joshua Malina plays Rosen.
Hollis Doyle


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Golfing for Fitness
Start your golf workout with two easy golf warm-up exercises
On a drive for more fitness, fun and friends in your life? Take a swing at golf! Join more than 25 million Americans who prefer it to sweaty workouts at overcrowded gyms. You might be surprised by the health benefits you can chalk up just hiking around a grassy course soaking up sunshine with a few companions. Try these tips to get started.
Start at the Top
A sunny walk on the green not only builds the vitamin D your body needs for strong bones, but also boosts your production of that "feel-good" hormone, serotonin, and with it, your general sense of well-being. But play it smart: Wear a hat and always use sunscreen to prevent sunburn and skin cancer.
Forget the Cart
Researchers in Finland compared 55 healthy men who golfed two or three times a week to a control group of 55 men who remained inactive. After 20 weeks, golfers had trimmer waists, greater endurance and healthier cholesterol—just from walking the course and toting their own bags.
Make New Friends
Nobody plays golf alone—it's a social sport and provides plenty of time to enjoy the company of old friends or make, network with and get to know new ones.
Walking 36 holes a week in the fresh air is also a great way to unwind and leave behind workweek stresses. And, according to research by Neil Wolkodoff at the Rose Center for Health and Sports Sciences in Denver, Colorado, it burns an average 2,884 calories. And that can translate to a lower risk of heart disease, diabetes and cancer.
Get in the Swing
Studies show you'll swing your club at least 70 times playing 18 holes, stretching muscles from your shoulders to hips and wrists to ankles. While this helps maintain flexibility and tone, it's not without risks. The single easiest way to prevent a golf-related injury is to warm up for at least 10 minutes before you hit the links.
Warm Up First
Before you get into the "swing" of things with golf, you'll want to get warmed up. The golf swing is a forceful, repetitive movement that can lead to strain and overuse injuries in different parts of the body, so it's important to make sure your body is ready to go. Try these simple exercises before you hit the green.
For Your Back
Hold a golf club at both ends and put it over your head so it's resting on your upper back. With feet hip-distance apart, abdominals pulled in, chest lifted and buttocks tensed, gently twist from side to side from the trunk. Stand tall and keep your knees slightly bent as you pivot in place, turning as if you are looking from 3 o'clock to 9 o'clock. Let your back heel gently lift as you pivot. Repeat about 10 times.
For Your Lower Body
Using a golf club for balance (set the tip of the club on the ground in front of you), slowly lower yourself as if you were sitting in a chair, but stop at the point just before you lose your balance or when your hips are level with your knees. Pause, then return to the starting position. Keep your body weight centered and don't let your knees come forward over the front of your shoes. Repeat about 10 times.
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College students experience "poverty" in real-life simulation
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. - According to the U.S. Census, in 2011 nearly 1 in 5 Tennesseans were considered to be living in poverty.
Despite those statistics many people are unaware of the difficulties poor people face.
Saturday students at East Tennessee State University took part in a hands-on learning experience showing them what it's like to struggle financially.
Long lines at social service offices.
Eviction notices.
And rising food and medical costs.
Are just a few of the realities many poor face on a daily basis.
But for "one" hour Saturday these students got to experience to life in poverty.
Joyce Duncan teaches service learning at ETSU and after going through the simulation herself, she knew her students would benefit from this practical experience.
"Regardless of what field they go into, they are going to encounter people who are in poverty and homelessness and adverse circumstances," said Joyce Duncan.
After a few instructions, the students were given their circumstances.
Some were disabled; some had kids, while others were unemployed.
And with the blow a whistle four weeks were set into motion.
The students experienced the ups and downs of those living in poverty.
Some even felt the emotions associated with poverty.
Deanne Cole tells News 5 that this experience gave her a feeling of hopelessness.
"It made me feel very hopeless for the homeless community; it just seems that there is no way to get out of it," said Deanna Cole, ETSU student.
At the end of the simulation many of the students had lost most of everything they had.
But, luckily for them it wasn't their reality.
The 2011 U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty as a family of four, including two children which earn less than $23,000 a year.
In 2011, nearly 46.2 million Americans were living in poverty.
It is also estimated, in Tennessee that 25% of all people living below the poverty line are under age 18.


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The Sports Guy on Movie Stardom
What does it take to be a movie star? Who is the biggest star? How do you become one? Of course it takes an Hollywood outsider like Bill Simmons – a sports journalists who tweets as @sportsguy33 – to break it down in such a detailed and convincing manner. In discussing the relative star power of actors like Ryan Reynolds, Jim Carrey and Will Smith, he applies the same kind of analysis as he might when breaking down why the Dallas Mavericks won the NBA crown and why the Heat, Laker and Celtic didn't. Having worked with Carrey and Smith, I was curious to find out what the article had to say. I'm a huge fan of Bill Simmons and think he's the smartest guy in sports. After reading, I might have to add the entertainment business to his areas of expertise. Here's what he had to say in his Grantland site:


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Last edited by life684; 11-14-2009 at 03:24 PM.
yeah but still not that Folk like the others. i'm with Life684
Their dance never was soviet to begin with. It is a moldavian folk, and Republic of Moldova used to be before the 1940 part of Romania, and the western half of it is still there in the eastern region of Romania..
The last section of their dance is an extract of Romanian Rapsody # 1 by Enescu, the most famous romanian composer.
Good for N/B, seasonal best!!
What happened with C/Z? Why their TES was so low? Did I miss something?
I really enjoy B/A OD, smes to be atuthentic, the costumes are cute and I hope they keep improving over the season. They are skating really fast don't they?
what happened to K/N really low scores?
I still maintain there was some sort of deal with the devil, which expired after 2009 Euros.
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I am romanian and our folk music from Moldova region is exactly how B/A are dancing. the costumes are what I used to wear in kindergarten, when I was dancing at our festivities.
I am not denying that Moldova was soviet for decades, but before 1940 was part of Romania, going back to middle ages.


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Create Your Flames Roster
Kent Wilson
September 01 2010 10:25AM
It's September again. There's already a chill in the evening air in town and soon the Leaves will begin to change color. It's the time of year when young mens thoughts turn to matter of hockey.
As such, it's about time to start posting rosters. There remains the issue of Calgary's cap non-complicance, but that's going to be part of the fun in constructing the line-ups. Who do you demote? Who do you scratch? Until the question is ultimately answered by Sutter, we're free to speculate.
Without further ado, here's how I guess (hope?) things will shake out:
Langkow Healthy Option
Tanguay - Jokinen - Iginla
Hagman - Langkow - Bourque
Glencross - Stajan - Moss
Stone - Conroy - Kotalik
Bouwmeester- Giordano
Regehr - White
Sarich - Pardy
Langkow Hurt Option
Tanguay - Jokinen - Iginla
Hagman - Stajan - Bourque
Glencross - Conroy - Moss
Stone - Backlund - Kotalik
I'm loathe to put Jokinen and Jarome together again, but part of me knows that's how things are going to happen initially anyways and part of me hopes they can improve their results if someone else is taking the tough sledding. That someone else would be the Langkow unit in the first iteration, while the hard stuff would have to be spread around if Langkow is hurt. In fact, it wouldn't surprise me to see Conroy get a bump to Bourque's line with Langkow in the infirmary, pushing Stajan back down with Moss + Glencross and making the second line the go-to "shut down" trio again.
Potentially controversial is my decision to keep Kotalik and skate him on the 4th line. Despite the cognitive dissonance of paying someone $3M to play at the bottom of the rotation, it's likely the place where he can provide the most value: Kotalik can be completely sheltered at ES with Conroy et al and then would be free to put up results by playing on the PP and scoring the odd shoot-out marker. In addition, keep in mind that the 4th lines as I've constructed them would likely be 10 minute/night units with a good chance to mark the scoreboard, rather than the 5 minute/night detriments that many teams still opt for.
My decision to put Backlund on the 4th line in the second option will also rub some people the wrong way no doubt. However, with Langkow out, the tough assignments are going to be more spread out across the top 9 and the kid is still in the "heavy shelter" territory of his career. Backlund + Kotalik could avoid tough match-ups, take some offensive zone draws and probably cause some havoc against other 4th liners. It puts him in a position to succeed without having to skip a few grades.
No major changes on the back-end, aside from deleting Staios and adding Pelech. This gets the team under the cap and avoids the Pelech-now-waiver-eligible problem. You will also notice that Jackman doesn't show up anywhere - with the team counting 14 forwards and (with me keeping Kotalik), someone else had to take the short flight to Abbotsford. Jackman can tutor the kids on the farm for his 550k and is good bet not to be snatched up on waivers besides. It's more probable that Stone will be the odd man out should this all go down, but he's 50k cheaper and I think I prefer him anyways. Ivanans is retained because we all know he will be no matter how much I protest. He can be subbed in for Stone on the nights when the other team has a dancing bear of their own.
Potential problems? Well, this roster is just 300k under the cap as constructed. That's certainly enough to start the year, but it's skin-of-your-teeth stuff and doesn't leave much room for error or addition as the year moves along.
Anyways, that's my stab at it. Feel free add your critcisms and line-ups in the comments.
Backlund as a 4th line centre??? Flames will never do that! they have said it before if he can not be in a spot where he can use his talents and be a productive offensive player he will play in the AHL. I think you are underestimating how the flames feel about Backlund.
Backlund as a 4th line centre??? Flames will never do that! they have said it before if he can not be in a spot where he can use his talents and be a productive offensive player he will play in the AHL. I think you are underestimating how the flames feel about Backlund.
Rather than having Backlund at the 4th line center why not put Stone there in the even Langkow cant go? Sure they wont be a scoring threat but do think Jackman would replace Backlund on the roster and the cap space would be increased. Kotalik is a waste on the 4th line but is an option to move up for injuries and can play on the PP/Shoot out.
I like everything else but make the 4th line:
That should leave about $1 mill in cap space too right? (I didnt doubt check that just judging off memory of differences in salary between Jackman and Backlund).
That's how I see the roster as well Kent. However maybe throw Reg-White as the top D pairing to play against the heavy's.
I like the idea if Lankgow is hurt to have Kotalik & Backlund together on the 4th. Kotalik & Stone are fairly physical so maybe they would have a go at the goons at the other team and be able to get some good chances. But I'd probably rather see Backlund with Moss & Glencross or even Moss & Hagman with Glencross playing on the 2nd line.
I think without Langkow in the lineup the other team's top line is going to go to town on us.
I think this team needs to find a suitable role for Backlund. The flames desperately need to get younger and quicker. I would prefer to see Stone, backlund make the line-up, and Pelech/Pardy play a supporting role on defense. More youth, and more development... Something this team desperately needs.
My take:
Tanguay - Jokinen - Iginla
Hagman - Stajan - Bourque
Glencross - Backlund - Kotalik
Stone - Conroy - Moss
Bouwmeester- Giordano
Regehr - White
Sarich - Pelech
I have a hard time believing that Backlund wont start the season with the big boys. I also don't think we will see Lankgow until Novemberish. Until he's off the LTIR the Flames have some breathing room to figure out conglomerate of forwards. This should give Kotalik time to prove him self worthy of a spot or be moved else where (Heat). I think I like the bottom 6 the way they are thou. And like Kent said, you never know when you can use a "dancing bear"!
According to Peter Maher on the Fan960, Kotalik is expected to be at training camp but word throughout the Dome it that he will not be on the roster come October.
Apparently Darryl was "shopping" certain players at the draft and at the beginning of July to see what, if any, interest there was. Depending on the shape that guys show up inand seeing who is ready to go and slot into whatever position...Darryl believes he can go back to the GM's he spoke with 2 months ago (and still talks to now) and see if there is still any interest.
I am with you Kent, as the roster stands today, those are the likely players taking the ice come October and I think the line-ups make sense. We all know it would be good to have more cap room than $300 grand...so I guess we'll have to see what kind of magic Sutter can perform. I just don't know if the perceived interest in certain guys that Darryl had talks about in July still exists today.
if lanks is hurt i wouldn't mind seeing this and im goin to get ripped but oh well
tanguay - stajan - iginla i for some reason think stajan has some up side not a true #1 but since when did we role with them
Hagman - jokinen - bourque maybe some chemistry from olympics can continue for the fins. a big line that wont get the other teams best checkers. line lacks a setup man. also just getting joker away from iggy
glencross - backlund - kotalik this line could be a pretty good offensive line for a 3rd line if chemistry develops. if kotalik could find some open spots my thinking is he could have some alright goal numbers generated by glencross going to the net and backlunds being a decent setup man.
stone - conroy - moss this line would be a little slow but responsible on the back end and stone if healthy creating some hits which could lead to t.o's
i agree 100% on the defensive end. im not saying what i recommended is perfect but i think it is somewhat balanced and like you say until a trade, opening day or an injury happens all we can do is speculate. great interactive article kent
September 01 2010, 01:05PM
Last time I checked the AHL was the developmental league, not the NHL.
September 01 2010, 01:22PM
Strongly believe that the Flames should just leave Backlund in the minors. He needs a full season there. Let him play on the first line, 20+ minuts per game, pp, pk and all the rest. Plus, the one-on-one coaching he'll get there is far superior to what he'll get in Calgary. Having him on the 4th line is a waste of development and his numbers in the NHL and AHL just don't warrant being ready yet.
September 01 2010, 01:54PM
Tanguay-Jokinen-Iginla Glencross-Langkow-Bourque Hagman-Stajan-Kotalik Moss-Conroy-Jackman (Ivanan)
Tanguay-Jokinen-Iginla Hagman-Stajan-Bourque Glencross-Backlund-Kotalik Moss-Conroy-Jackman (Ivanan)
September 01 2010, 04:00PM
Langkow healthy:
Tanguay - Langkow - Iginla
Hagman - Stajan - Bourque
Glencross - Jokinen - Moss
Cunning - Conroy - Jackman
Ivanans is 13th, Kotalik is in Abbostford or KHL/SEL
Langkow not healthy:
Tanguay - Jokinen - Iginla
Hagman - Stajan - Bourque
Glencross - Backlund - Moss
Cunning - Conroy - Jackman
Ivanans is 13th, Kotalik is in Abbostford or KHL/SEL
Bouwmeester - Giordano
Regehr - White
Pardy - Pelech and Seabrook
Staios and Sarich are in Abbotsford or have been traded for picks
Kiprusoff - Karlsson
The cap hit is $55 at most, if Langkow isn't healthy and Backlund plays. Lots of room for picking up a playoff rental at the deadline.
I would like to see Backlund as the #3 centre this year, but then Stajan or Jokinen (preferably) would have to be traded.
September 01 2010, 04:54PM
I'm assuming Langkow won't be starting the season at this point, and I think that's a reasonable assumption, so here goes:
Tanguay - Jokinen - Iginla
Hagman - Stajan - Bourque
Stone - Conroy - Moss
Kotalik - Backlund - Glencross
Bouwmeester- Giordano
Regehr - White
Sarich - Pardy
Just took yours, swapped Jackman and Ivanans as 13F, and swapped GlenX with Stone. We can probably agree that Glencross is a better player than Kotalik or Stone, and I think Backlund should have the best linemates he can practically be provided with if he's going to play in the NHL.
Also, if we could include trades, I'd have Sarich traded to anyone for a pick or prospect and replaced with one of the not-so-bad FA dmen.
I want to see a full year of NHL Backlund. Stone is not worthy of the third line, Kotalik and Moss can switch spots don't rly care as long as the one on the third line is producing more offense. Glencross is not top 6 material, but very good for shootouts.
If worst comes to worst, the owenership with bury Staios, looks like Kotalik is going to get another chance, but probably on the fourth line depending on how good Moss does. The ownership DOES NOT want to bury Sarich and Staios' contracts, thats just silly.
September 01 2010, 06:42PM
$300K is nowhere near enough. presuming the following start the season in the AHL, $300K is: - 44 days of mikael backlund - 21 days of staois - or 111 days of kronwall / young brent.
for an administration who were hording players on the off chance there would be injuries (following the debacle at the end of 08/09), leaving only $300K for replacement players is simply not enough.
September 01 2010, 06:43PM
aaaaaaand yet again, the awesome formatting at FN bones my post. if only i would remember this when writing.
September 01 2010, 08:36PM
Line 1: Tanguay-Jokinen-Iginla
Line 2: Bourque-Stajan-Hagman
Stajan NEEDS to be given a spot on at least the 2nd line to start in order for him to have a chance at being worth his salary. Like it or not we got him for another 4 years so I want him to play on at least the 2nd line and be able to prove himself worthy.
Line 3: Kotalik-Langkow*-Glencross *If Langkow is healthy, if not sub Conroy/Stone
This line seems like it would do a fair bit of heavy lifting. Glencross has been a great 3rd liner and is speedy and strong. Langkow needs no introduction and putting Kotalik with these 2 seems to be the most reliable option. If his 2 linemates are going to work their butts off every shift of every game, then maybe that attitude will rub off on him as well? (Wishful thinking, I know) Also Langkow will not be 100% probably all season. Most likely 70-75% tops, which is still very good but I would rather put him in a smaller role at least until he was up to 90-100% (Plus Glencross/Kotalik's stats will probably be very nice from Langkow's presence)
Line 4: Moss-Stone-Jackman Scratch: Ivanans I left Conroy out simply because he is a 2-way deal and it was just easier. Plus my *scenario* has Langkow as healthy.
Defense 1: Bouwmeester-Regehr Anaheim had Pronger/Neidermeyer together Chicago had Keith/Seabrook Detroit had Lidstrom/Rafalski why not put your best 2 D-men together?
Defense 2: Gio-Pardy I think this will be a good year for Pardy. There is a lot of talk about our depth and he is a depth player, I think he will make a big jump in improvement this season
Defense 3: Sarich-White Scratch: Pelech Probably not the prettiest "shut down" tandem imaginable but both of them possess the needed tools to do the job. This is a Defense first team, so having the parings a little different is not going to upset the overall balance of this team.
This roster is very tight on cap space with only about $250K remaining, but it does have 13 forwards and 7 defense
BREAKING (via Larry Brooks)...
A well placed source reports that the league has informed the Players' Assn. that the league will grandfather the recently submitted Kovalchuk 15-year, $100M contract, Luongo's 12-year, $64M deal that is entering its second season and Hossa's 12-year, $63.3M deal that also is entering its second season into the CBA under the following conditions:
1. That the cap hit on future multi-year contracts will not count any seasons that end with the player over 40 years of age. The cap hit would be calculated on the average of the salary up through age 40 only.
2. That the cap hit on future contracts longer than five years will be calculated under a formula granting additional weight to the five years with the highest salary.
The league has given the PA, which is being directed by Donald Fehr, until Friday at 5 pm to accept these conditions. If the PA refuses, or if negotiations fail to yeild a common ground, the league has informed the PA that:
1. It will reject the Kovalchuk contract.
2. It will move to immediately devoid the Luongo contract.
3. It will move to immediately open proceedings for a formal investigation into the Hossa contract.
The NHL owns sweeping punitive powers against teams and players judged guilty of circumvention under Article 26 of the CBA.
September 01 2010, 09:00PM
Looking at dustin's post, I just wanted to query: am I the only person who thinks that White is actually better defensively than Gio? I mean, they play slightly different styles, but from what I've seen I thought White was generally more composed on the ice.
Please don't kill me, WI. I still love Gio and think he's great.
September 01 2010, 09:21PM
Wow, the NHL isn't effing around.
I agree with your first two lines, as most people do, there's no use signing Stajan to a (correct me if I'm wrong i'm not super up-to-date on salaries bonuses and such) 3.75M$ deal unless he's going to be top 6.
Putting Kotalik on the third line, not necessarily a bad move. BUT, putting Kotalik on the third line that does the HEAVY LIFTING, BAAAD IDEA, he'll bring down Langkow and GlenX.
Your defensive pairings.
Regehr-JBO: Don't have a huge problem with that, but didn't they try that last season and it didn't work out very well?
Gio-Pardy: Giordano is worthy of 3rd or 4th defense man, (maybe even 2nd defenseman, but with Regehr and Jbo around it isn't going to happen) but do not put pardy on the 2nd defense pairing. We're paying White 3.99 for a reason. He has to be at least top 4.
And I think Pardy is starting the year off in Abby.
Sarich-White: Sarich would do well on the third pairing. Shouldn't have too much trouble. White is better than 5th or 6th defenseman. Switch Pardy and White around in your scenario and you got one solid D. Nooooow just to find some chemistryyyy hey?
September 01 2010, 09:41PM
Couple small corrections: Stajan is 3.5/yr and White is 2.99
My question is: Why when the "super-smart" management team in Detroit 'invents' these long-term cap-circumventing contracts, everyone applauds, but when "evil" Lou Lamoriello & the Devils sign a deal similar, he's 'that bastard that's trying to ruin hockey'... that's what makes me most sick about this whole ordeal. I don't particularly like the Kovalchuk deal, but to me, IF they approved the others, they approve his... simple as that.
This latest news changes things a bit, and if they void some other contracts as well, then fine (although I don't understand how they can void a contract like Hossa's that is already beginning year 2).
Just to be a lil different...
Niklas Hagman ($3.000m) / Matthew Stajan ($3.500m) / Jarome Iginla ($7.000m)
Rene Bourque ($3.333m) / Daymond Langkow ($4.500m) / David Moss ($1.300m)
Alex Tanguay ($1.700m) / Mikael Backlund ($1.271m) / Olli Jokinen ($3.000m)
Curtis Glencross ($1.200m) / Craig Conroy ($0.500m) / Tim Jackman ($0.550m)
Raitis Ivanans ($0.600m)
Jay Bouwmeester ($6.680m) / Mark Giordano ($0.892m)
Ian White ($3.000m) / Robyn Regehr ($4.020m)
Steve Staios ($2.700m) / Matt Pelech ($0.600m)
Adam Pardy ($0.700m)
Miikka Kiprusoff ($5.833m) / Henrik Karlsson ($0.500m)
(these totals are compiled using the bonus cushion)
ROSTER: 22; CAP:$59.4m; PAYROLL: $56.521m; CAP ROOM: $2.879m; BONUSES: $0.425m
Thoughts of Langkow doing "heavy lifting" with Kotalik as a linemate are laughable. Those opinions can be safely ignored.
Same with any thoughts of Backlund playing any role other than benchwarmer. The name of the game is to win, not to see our mediocre prospects constantly lose puck battles.
Anyways. Without Langkow it's moot trying to put lines together, none can handle tough minutes so you might as well bend over and pray. With Langkow, the lines at even strength pretty much shake out predictably, you know, by how good the players are at even strength:
And the Dmen similarly:
The two place where I waver are:
1.) If Tanguay can handle the PVP job. If not, Bourque takes that spot. But a healthy Tanguay is clearly superior.
2.) Whether Giordano suits up against secondary or tertiary oppositon. It's not a question at all if Sarich is healthy (the latter having a superior track record at EV defending) but health is the question.
"Spreading the talent" didn't work last year and just doesn't work as well as one would think.
I'm pretty okay with skating close to the cap too. I think the 08/09 debacle had more to do with the fact that we couldn't put anybody on LTIR at the end of the season.
I mean 300K prorates to about 1.5M if my math is correct so that's enough for three replacements. Obviously you don't want to come less than 100K as you may not even have enough prorated for injury replacements.
But at the start of the season, the risk seems low and the utility of the saved cap dollars marginal. We can talk about trade deadline 2011 but let's try to get there with a healthy lineup and a coach with sensical game plans first, shall we?
Agreed on 08/09 debacle... but if they suffer a couple short-term injuries early on, wouldn't it affect their ability to call up reinforcements?
Tanguay- Backlund- iginla
Agreed on 08/09 debacle... but if they suffer a couple short-term injuries early on, wouldn't it affect their ability to call up reinforcements?
The effect on the game wouldn't really matter anyway. If a good player goes down for a few games (e.g. Bouwmeester) then I don't think it really matters whether Pelech is able to draw in or if Pardy has to play more minutes. In fact I'd wager Pardy would give us a better chance to win.
I mean I wouldn't want to play another game with 16 skaters but surely that's got to be considered the far outer marker in the range of reasonable expectations. Having to dress 11F and 5D... small impact compared to not being able to replace the impact of whoeverwent down.
Another reason the 08/09 cap situation was overblown IMO. Losing your best centre and Dman (Lanks, Regehr), well, replace them with kids or don't replace them at all, you are going to lose games.
Sorry make that "14 skaters"... which is what I think it was? I forget. Tried to erase the memory of a dominant season lost to bad goaltending and cheaters.
In any case the numbers don't really matter as much as the quality of whoever goes down.
I agree Kotalik makes the team and Skates with Backlund in favorable matchups.
Salary cut is between Sarich and Staios. Sarich stays.
Conroy is nowhere near the starting roster regardless of Langkow.
Moss is falling off the depth chart and fast.
Prediction: 5th place with the Division in reach.
Conroy is nowhere near the starting roster regardless of Langkow. Moss is falling off the depth chart and fast.
Damn, thanks for the tip.
I don't know much about hockey, see I didn't realize that Conroy and Moss were such bad players. All I ever did was watch the games over the past few years, I mean by the way they were keeping plays alive and generating scoring chances I could have *sworn* they were good.
So, thanks. I needed that reality check.
September 01 2010, 10:55PM
Conroy on the second line is a bigger laugh than Kotalik/Langkow/Glencross. I like the guy and all but this is not 2006, he is old, slow, and wearing down. I hope that he pulls out a big one for us this year but not many are counting on it. If they were he would not be here for league minimum on a 2-way deal. Sure Kotalik is not a "heavy lifter" but putting him on a line with 2 very capable linemates does make sense. Ideally I would have him gone to the KHL or traded away and use his cap $ for someone a little more useful, but it does not look like that is going to happen. No team will trade for him and no Ownership group will want to pay him to play in the AHL. And why waste Jokinen on the 4th? Sure everyone can be bitter at the guy for not living up to the hype. But has anyone ever lived up to the hype out here? Any big named high end player via trade or free agency ever really fulfill the role that was expected of them in Calgary? Outside of Langkow (who will not be close to 100% for at least a few months in to the season, and should not be put in that role if he is anything but 100%) he is the best option for a #1 center we have. Spreading out the talent is really the only option that we have, we do not have a "big 3" top line. What we do have is depth. As crazy as that sounds...
Tell me, on the balance of scoring chances, how do you think Conroy did in 09/10?
I mean reasonable people don't need to know that Conroy outchanced his opponents, playing quite difficult icetime for a guy his age, because they saw how good he still was on the ice in putting the puck in the good end.
But the numbers bear it out anyway, Conroy went 143-139 at even strength.
(Incidentally Lanks went 202-160. Surprise surprise, a guy who looks like a good player on the ice is helping the team win. Give him Kotalik as a linemate!)
And of course scoring chances lead to goals so a guy who outchances his opposition (especially in more difficult icetime) is going to outscore them over the long run. And, dammit, I coulda sworn I heard somewhere that you win by scoring more goals. So let's bury the guys who do that at the bottom of the roster, presumably give them less icetime and crap for teammates. Winning formula.
The mouth-breathers have taken over now, it seems.
September 02 2010, 09:20AM
I think connie is still a good clutch face-off guy...and clever on the PK - he sprung Glencross a few times last year.
I wouldnt want to see Backlund on the 4th line, he's a skill player not a mucker. Dont know where else he slots in with this lineup though, so if it takes another development year in Abby, im fine with that.
September 02 2010, 09:45AM
Stone-Conroy-Moss/Kotalik (depends on who is demoted/traded)
Jackman and Ivan the terrible as scratches.
A third line of Glencross-Stajan-Backlund would eat up other third lines with their speed and skill IMO.
If Langkow is hurt:
R O. Conroy got 3 goals in 63 games. You're talking scoring chances. Dude.
Opinions really are like buttholes.
I'm just hoping that the simple minds and low brows aren't connected to the team in anyway. We'd be well and truly screwed, with lines of thinking like "3 goals..." without context like "on probably 30+ individual scoring chances".
It's not rocket science it's hockey man. How many 3 goal scoring forwards are playing in the league? I guess you know something that no one else knows.
Why not put conny up with iggy RO? And Moss too. Yeah, and jokinen's a 4th line center.
Tanguy - Jokinen - Iginla
Hagman - Backlund - Bourque
Glencross - Stajan - Moss
Stone - Conroy - Jackman
JBo - Gio
Reg - White
Sarich - Staios
That's how I'd like to see it start but I'd fully expect to see Backlund drop down to 4th line if it goes poorly (with Stajan upto 2nd and Conny upto 3rd). When Lanks comes back center would have to be re-evaluated across the board.
The really perplexing thing here is why garbage opinionaters like #48 even bother to come here at all.
I mean Kent's a pretty plugged-in blogger, his content really should only appeal to those people who've got a clue.
Somehow that's not the case. I thought "Kotalik as Langkow's linemate" was as off-the-rails as it could possibly get. Then I saw the response to Conroy's EV scoring chances and I knew I was wrong. It can, and will, get a lot worse.
I feel for Kent. He's a way more industrious and patient blogger than I am or ever will be, he deserves better.


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Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Petalsweet Sugar Flower Classes {update for January 31}
First, I will be teaching two flower classes at Erica OBrien Cake Design in Hamden, CT in March this year. Erica is an incredibly talented designer known for her beautiful graphic and colorful cake designs (check out her website). She and I met several years ago as colleagues, and have since become wonderful friends and great supporters of each other's businesses. Erica recently relocated her fabulous business from Southern California to Connecticut, and graciously invited me to teach classes at her new studio! These are the only two classes I will be teaching on the East Coast this year, and I would love to see you!
Please see the class descriptions below...and please contact Erica for registration and additional information via her website or(203) 200 - 0350:
OPEN PEONY and PARROT TULIP:
Dates: Thursday and Friday, March 22 - 23, 2012
Location: Erica OBrien Cake Design, Hamden, CT
Time: 10am - 6pm both days
In this two day floral workshop, students will learn how to make two of Petalsweet's signature flowers, the beautiful, over-sized Open Peony (with stamens) and the fun and fabulous Parrot Tulip. Corresponding buds and leaves will also be covered where appropriate. During the course, students will use modeling techniques to make flower centers, and then use cutters, veiners and specific techniques to create buds, leaves, and the many wired petals needed to form their large blooms. Once all of the components are dry, students will also learn Jacqueline's signature coloring and dusting techniques, as well as taping, assembling, and finishing touches to complete their flowers. Class limited to 10 students. Tools and supplies will be provided for use in class, and a light lunch is included. Cutters will be available for purchase at the end of the workshop.
THE SOUTHERN MAGNOLIA and GARDENIA:
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, March 24 - 25, 2012
Location: Erica OBrien Cake Design, Hamden, CT
Time: 10am - 6pm both days
In this two day floral workshop, students will learn how to make two beautiful Petalsweet favorites...the Southern Magnolia and the Gardenia! Corresponding buds and both flowers' gorgeous, dark and glossy leaves will be covered as well. During the course, students will use cutters and creamy white paste to create the petals needed for their fabulous Gardenias. In addition, students will also use modeling techniques to create a Magnolia center, and then make numerous, large petals to finish their over sized flower. As time allows, Jacqueline will also share her techniques for making dainty pulled filler flowers. Once all of the components are dry, students will also learn dusting and coloring techniques, as well as taping and assembly to finish their flowers. Class limited to 10 students. Tools and supplies will be provided for use in class, and a light lunch is included. Cutters will be available for purchase at the end of the workshop.
You can see more details and register here...
I will also be teaching a flower workshop at Baking Arts in San Francisco, CA in early April. Richard Festen is an amazing host and classes are held in his beautiful studio in the city:
OPEN PEONY and FREESIA
Baking Arts, San Francisco
April 7 - 8, 2012
9am - 5pm both days
In this two day class, students will learn how to create Petalsweet's
beautiful signature Open Peony (with stamens), as well as the delicate
Springtime favorite...Freesia! Students will use modeling techniques to create their peony center, freesia buds and freesia blossoms, and then make the numerous curled and frilly wired petals needed to make an over sized peony flower. A peony bud and leaves will also be covered. In the second part of class, students will use petal dusts to bring their flowers to life, and finish with assembling a gorgeous
freesia spray and their fabulous peony! Tools and supplies will be
provided for use in class. Class size limited to 10 students. You can sign up for this class on the Baking Arts site here.
Thank you so much...hope to see you in class! More updates coming soon...
If you are interested in receiving updates about future classes and workshops in your inbox, please subscribe to our Petalsweet Newsletter below...
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15 comments:
- The enchanted home said...
You are sooo talented, I am in utter awe of your work! Wish you were closer!!
- February 1, 2012 at 3:29 AM
- Jacqueline Butler said...
Thank you so much Tina!! I so appreciate your lovely message...wish I was closer too...would love to meet you and create a beautiful bouquet of sugar flowers for your stunning new home! x
- February 1, 2012 at 10:06 AM
- flowers delivery Regina said...
The flowers can be a professional gift as many times, whether it be a birthday, anniversary, wedding, which is the present or even get well soon gift. They are becoming faster and easier to order online flower shops. Ordering flowers once meant a trip to the local florist and picking list a set of rail-transport product of the flowers from the hand.
- February 4, 2012 at 12:14 AM
- Stephanie said...
you need to come teach at L'Academie De Cusine here in Maryland ( outside DC )!!!!!!
- February 5, 2012 at 7:54 PM
- Jacqueline Butler said...
Thanks Stephanie...would love to teach in your area! Do you know someone I could contact at the school? x
- February 6, 2012 at 9:20 AM
- Linh said...
Do you ever teach in the Los Angeles area?
- February 21, 2012 at 6:01 PM
- Jacqueline Butler said...
I haven't had the opportunity to teach in the Los Angeles area yet...right now in California, I'm only teaching in San Francisco and occasionally here in San Diego.
- February 22, 2012 at 8:26 AM
- Flowers Delivery Regina said...
I am happy to find this post very useful for me, as it contains lot of information. I always prefer to read the quality content and this thing I found in you post. Thanks for sharing. Interesting blog.
- February 22, 2012 at 9:25 PM
- Jacqueline Butler said...
Thank you Regina!
- February 23, 2012 at 10:51 AM
- Flower said...
Your workshop is very helpful. Home to be joining one session one of this days.
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- March 6, 2012 at 5:37 PM
- Anonymous said...
Have you ever considered offering your classes online or by DVD? We in other cities and little 'burgs, would love the opportunity to learn your techniques
- March 10, 2012 at 12:57 PM
- Jacqueline Butler said...
Hi! I just released my first online video in mid-January with Craftsy.com. It covers two of my favorite filler flowers - Hydrangea and pulled blossoms. There is more information in the blog post just below this one - or you can find the class on Craftsy. I hope to offer more online classes soon! Thank you! Jacqueline
- March 11, 2012 at 8:25 AM
- Gloria said...
My name is Gloria and is living in Vancouver, Canada. I am very happy that you will have mini classes here in Oct . Can you provide more information and where to register in advance?
Looking forward to have class with you in Vancouver!
- March 14, 2012 at 5:29 PM
- Jacqueline Butler said...
Hi Gloria...the classes I will be teaching in Vancouver will be for the Cake Love Conference in October. It is still too early to register for classes as the information is not available yet. You can find out more by going to the Cake Love website which is www.cakelove.yvr
- March 14, 2012 at 9:20 PM
- florist said...
Seriously awesome work on flowers classes . I will be forwarding this to everyone.
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One of the first breast cancer survivor dragon boat teams was formed in 1996 at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada. Researchers studied the survivors during and after three months of participation and found that contrary to the prevailing medical thinking at that time, strenuous exercise actually provided positive benefits in that none of the women had developed lymphedema.
Today, many survivors participate in the sport. It is estimated there are about 150 breast cancer teams around the world. In Minnesota and Arizona, local teams include breast cancer survivors from the community as well as corporate paddlers from Mayo Clinic who were inspired to get involved in the sport. Throughout the year, teams get together to compete in local and national races. It is a winning concept that includes exercise and the spirit of support and friendship, as well as increased public awareness of breast cancer.
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I would like to get involved in rowing with breast cancer survivors, I am a breast cancer survivor and want to get involved and don't know how?
Breast Cancer Survivors (BCS) from Portland, Oregon and SW Washington are invited to learn more about Pink Phoenix Dragon Boat Team. We've been on the water since 1997! Our season starts in February or March (weather and river conditions permitting) after a kick off meeting in January. New members welcome - no experience necessary! Coaching and mentoring provided. Practice 2-3 times a week and six to ten races per year.
We're more than a sports team as we have a mission! We aim to enhance breast cancer awareness and to demonstrate that there is quality of life after breast cancer. The team balances their competitive spirit with core values which welcome all breast cancer survivors with respect and regard to life balance. Each spring the Pinks celebrate the lives of our Pink Angels with a flower ceremony. We follow this by hosting an exhibition race which includes non-paddling survivors during Portland's Rose Festival and features Taiwan-style boats. Portland's Row for the Cure, a unique 2000 meter event around some of the city's bridges, typically ends the race season.
An update on Motor City Dragons Team, started Nov. 2012 in the Detroit Metro Area in Michigan. Founding the team has been a great inspiration, and wonderful journey! We've learned to paddle with the help of 4 teams in the Detroit area:
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Combining teams to fill 2 boats (BCS & Supporter) at each of the races we've brought home a medal from each Festival: bronze, silver, gold by our Survivor Team!
It is wondreful to see the interaction between the teams, and the positive energy generated! THANK YOU MAYO for having a link to Dragon Boating for me to get this off the ground. I only found out about Dragon boating via link under Recurrent Breast Cancer - last Sept. 18, 2012.
I am a 7 year survivor, and have been BCS dragon boating for 6 years. It has brought confidence and passion back into my life. The exercise alone would be enough to keep me coming back. But leading these women has brought me to the most powerful time of my life. The comradery and sisterhood has made the pain of BC worth it.
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I'm 39 y/o and a 4+ year BC survivor and a member of Save Our Sisters DBT in South Florida. We are lucky in that the fabulous weather allows us to practice year round. I echo the sentiments made before me...unique women sharing a commonality...all in the same boat. We are survivors!
SOS is cohosting the 2014 IBCPC Dragon Boat Festival with the Tampa Pink Dragon Ladies DBT. All those interested, please come. There will be representation from a number of countries and this is an event held only once every four years! Location of the festival is Sarasota, Florida in October 2014. Details forthcoming on the IBCPC website or for more info send us an email through the SOS website at www.teamsosmiami.com! The more, the merrier...We're All In It Together!
Hi, Csilla. Congratulations on forming a new team. This is a wonderful sport to meet others and have some fun. Best wishes and Paddles Up! Toni Kay Mangskau
Detroit Dragon Boat Team - is off to a GREAT start! Plan is to have both: BCS Team & Team of Supporters! Call-out was in Nov, and now I'm having a working meeting scheduled for 12/7/12!
THANK YOU for posting this note on Dragon Boats!!
Tomorrow we name our team! The boat will be named after my friend Patty for whom I'd hoped Dragon Boating would help with recovery!
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After a few days of reading & looking at the Dragon Boat Racing sites & info, I've decided I'd like to start on in Plymouth/Detroit, Michigan!
Two wonderful friends of mine were diagnosed Sept, 2011 and I can't think of a better way to heal: team spirit, friends, outdoors, water, exercise!
Please share any words of wisdom with me! I love the water, and have been going on canoe & kayak camping trips for years. This should be more exciting - as it is a TEAM - which I miss so much after playing soccer in the Ford Club!
In July 2010, I was diagnosed with breast cancer and had a mastectomy since there were 2 tumours in my left breast... they also took 8 lymph nodes; luckily all were clear and I did not require chemo or radiation. It was a huge shock to my system &to my self-esteem; however, the love and support of my husband, my family and my friends, as well as my deep faith, helped me to deal with the changes to my body and to my feelings. I was fortunate that a neighbour knew first hand what I was dealing with. Before I knew it, I was off to a local support group, sponsored by the Cobourg's Survivor Thrivers Dragon Boat team. The women I met shared first hand experiences. I received acceptance and true understanding. So in the spring of 2011, I joined the Dragon Boat team. My life has never been the same. The friendship, support, fun and great exercise we experience together has been life altering. In fact, I have just returned from our third festival of the summer. We were in Barrie Ontario for a fabulous event. 8 Breast Cancer teams were there. To experience first hand the pink carnation ceremony remembering those who have left us is so very moving. Even though we didn't medal, we always finished first in our lane. Our coach works us hard and we benefit from the strength building and determination that it takes to reach the finish line. I truly know that there is life after breast cancer. I hope that if you are able, you too will find your way into a dragon boat. PADDLES UP!
Dragon boating is popular in AustraliaI had a friend who was very involved as a breast cancer patient.She loved the sport and won many medals. Sadly she lost her battle a few years back but she was an inspiration to many people.
We need to get this up and going in N.California (Chico) many would benefit and
participate. Lets connect all of you breast cancer survivors!
Abreast in the West has been 3 years in the making. We made our debut at the 7th Annual Dragon Boat festival in 2007 with only a handful of AZ paddlers joined with our guests from Canada, Alaska, and Oregon. (need 18-20 to race a boat). This year we finally had enough paddlers to merit a once-a-week practice time slot! We've trained and certified our very own steer lady. We are actively looking for sponsors, and continuously recruiting more paddlers. Most exciting however,the crown jewel of our acheivement this year is attending our first out-of-town race The Long Beach International Dragon Boat Festival in CA and as mentioned below-winning a gold medal!!
Dragon boating is an extremely affordable sport. The oneness with the team, the boat and the water is elating. The support and cammaraderie are unparalleled.
We have been having an incredible time building strength and comraderie on the water at Tempe Town Lake with our dragon boat team, "ABREAST IN THE WEST". Some of us come as far as 50 miles, once a week to participate. We are passionate about it because it helped up gain our strength from the ravages of cancer and the treatment. All of us started with little upper body strength, but our coach worked with us to become GOLD MEDAL winners at the international race that was recently held in Long Beach in July 2012.
Joining a survivor dragon boat team turned out to be the most positive, joyful thing I could do for myself in the 'new normal' after breast cancer. Dragon boating makes you focus on the now- no worrying about next week when you are trying to make sure your paddle hits the water at the same time as 21 other women. And it was such a relief to find a sisterhood who are equally comfortable sharing 'boob' jokes or comparing treatment experiences. No experience needed, you don't need to be super athletic- we range from 40-72 years old on my team.
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Saturday's Test in Wellington will feature a debut, a centurion and in all likelihood an All Black win – but Australia may strike back.
Saturday's Test in Wellington will feature a debut, a centurion and in all likelihood an All Black victory. However, Ewen McKenzie's Wallabies will be hurting after their first Test performance and are eager to strike back.
New Zealand will be keen to win their first home match and in the process take an early position of strength in this year's Rugby Championship. Conversely, McKenzie's young charges are in desperate need of an improved performance that will validate their selection.
Both sets of coaching staff have shown faith in the combinations that did battle a week ago, which saw New Zealand sail to a convincing 47-29 victory. The only changes have been injury enforced, with New Zealand being more affected.
Scott Fardy will earn his first start for the Wallabies, replacing the injured Hugh McMeniman on the flank, in the only change made to the Australian starting XV. The slight reshuffle caused by the injury allows Kane Douglas to take his place on the bench.
It is a sign of faith shown my McKenzie who is backing his new-look team to deliver on the promises that he made during Robbie Deans' tenure.
McKenzie emphasised the point that he believes in his players by saying: "Right now, I'm more concerned with how each individual responds to the defeat. We need to fix aspects of our performance but we will get better the more time we spend together."
He did, however, say that players would not get more opportunities than they deserve. "You only get a finite number of chances at Test level so it's important that you don't let the moment pass. That's been made very clear this week as has the expectation of the level of improvement we need from each player within the squad," said McKenzie.
This last comment may refer to Matt Toomua in particular, who has been selected ahead of Quade Cooper, a long time favourite of McKenzie. This Test gives Toomua possibly his last chance to get the better of his opposite number before Cooper is given a start in the number ten jersey.
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has stuck to the theory of not 'fixing' anything that isn't broken. In line with this belief, only two enforced changes have been made to his starting XV that comprehensively defeated Australia a week ago.
Brodie Retallick comes into the second-row for Luke Romano who has injured his groin. The big change however is at fly-half where Tom Taylor will wear the number ten jersey on debut. The slightly more experienced Colin Slade offers cover from the bench, in the event that the injury curse of New Zealand fly-halves continues.
There are a number of changes on the bench, in what seems to be a rotational policy. Hooker Dane Coles, fit-again prop Wyatt Crockett, Jeremy Thrush and the exciting Charles Piutau all come into the match-day 23.
Hansen has a lot of faith in the depth of his squad and is expecting a polished debut from his young fly-half.
"We want to firstly congratulate Tom on his selection in the starting XV," said Hansen.
"He is mentally tough and plays the game with a lot of confidence and maturity.
"These factors, along with his assured goal-kicking under pressure, has made this an easy selection. We have every faith that he will handle the occasion with aplomb."
New Zealand's flashy backs often overshadow the hard work done by the big men up front. This Test will be Tony Woodcock's 100th, joining the exclusive club which currently only includes Kevin Mealamu, Mils Muliaina and Richie McCaw.
Woodcock is one of the finest loose-head props to have graced the game and his coach appreciates all that he brings to the squad.
"He (Woodcock) is a hugely respected player within the group who always puts the team first. It has been business as usual for him and the team this week, but we will enjoy acknowledging his achievement with him after the game," said Hansen.
The All Blacks will have a great deal of motivation to give their loosehead a result to celebrate. The momentum they carry into this encounter, coupled with it being the Test where New Zealand Rugby earns its fourth centurion suggests that it will also be the day that they retain the Bledisloe Cup.
Ones to watch:
For New Zealand: Richie McCaw had his first taste of international rugby in almost a year last time out. The run would have done him the world of good and it was clear to see the All Blacks captain getting used to the pace of Test rugby as the match progressed. We're sure he will have a serious effect on this encounter and have his hands on another trophy at the end of the 80 minutes.
For Australia: If the Wallabies manage to restrict McCaw's influence at the breakdown and in the process get some quick ball, then their talented back-line will be able to show their skill. It will be up to the midfield to create opportunities for the likes of Israel Folau on the outside. Even if he is presented with a one-on-one, he will show why he is so highly rated as an incredible finisher.
Head-to-head: Matt Toomua vs Tom Taylor. In the Super Rugby final and again in the first Rugby Championship Test, the Australian fly-half Toomua was out-played by Aaron Cruden. The injury to Cruden as well as his usual back-up Beauden Barrett, means that Toomua will square off against Tom Taylor who will be making his Test debut. This will be Toomua's best chance of gaining some ascendancy over a Kiwi counterpart and could tilt the momentum is Australia's favour.
Recent results:
2013: New Zealand won 47-29 in Sydney
2012: 18-18 in Brisbane
2012: New Zealand won 22-0 in Auckland
2012: New Zealand won 27-19 in Sydney
2011: New Zealand won 20-6 in Auckland
2011: Australia won 25-20 in Brisbane
2011: New Zealand won 30-14 in Auckland
2010: Australia won 26-24 in Hong Kong
2010: New Zealand won 23-22 in Sydney
2010: New Zealand won 20-10 in Christchurch
2010: New Zealand won 49-28 in Melbourne
2009: New Zealand won 32-19 in Tokyo
Prediction: Australia will look to restore some pride and prove that they deserve to be in Ewan McKenzie's plans for the future, but New Zealand will be too good at home. New Zealand to win by 10.
The teams:
New Zealand: 15 Israel Dagg, 14 Ben Smith, 13 Conrad Smith, 12 Ma'a Nonu, 11 Julian Savea, 10 Tom Taylor, 9 Aaron Smith, 8 Kieran Read, 7 Richie McCaw (capt), 6 Steven Luatua, 5 Sam Whitelock, 4 Brodie Retallick, 3 Owen Franks, 2 Andrew Hore, 1 Tony Woodcock.
Replacements: 16 Dane Coles, 17 Wyatt Crockett, 18 Charlie Faumuina, 19 Jeremy Thrush, 20 Sam Cane, 21 Tawera Kerr-Barlow, 22 Colin Slade, 23 Charles Piutau.
Australia: 15 Jesse Mogg, 14 Israel Folau, 13 Adam Ashley-Cooper, 12 Christian Leali'ifano, 11 James O'Connor, 10 Matt Toomua, 9 Will Genia, 8 Ben Mowen, 7 Michael Hooper, 6 Scott


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Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland is composed of 26 districts, derived from the boroughs of Belfast and Londonderry and the counties of Antrim, Armagh, Down, Fermanagh, Londonderry, and Tyrone. Together they are commonly called Ulster, though the territory does not include the entire ancient province of Ulster. It is slightly larger than Connecticut.
Northern Ireland was an integral part of the United Kingdom, but under the terms of the Government of Ireland Act in 1920, it had a semiautonomous government. In 1972, however, after three years of sectarian violence between Protestants and Catholics that resulted in more than 400 dead and thousands injured, Britain suspended the Ulster parliament. The Ulster counties were governed directly from London after an attempt to return certain powers to an elected assembly in Belfast.
As a result of the Good Friday Agreement of 1998, a new coalition government was formed on Dec. 2, 1999, with the British government formally transferring governing power to the Northern Irish parliament. David Trimble, Protestant leader of the Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) and winner of the 1998 Nobel Peace Prize, became first minister. The government has been suspended four times since then; it has remained suspended since Oct. 14, 2002.
Ulster was part of Catholic Ireland until the reign of Elizabeth I (1558–1603) when, after suppressing three Irish rebellions, the Crown confiscated lands in Ireland and settled the Scots Presbyterians in Ulster. Another rebellion in 1641–1651, brutally crushed by Oliver Cromwell, resulted in the settlement of Anglican Englishmen in Ulster. Subsequent political policy favoring Protestants and disadvantaging Catholics encouraged further Protestant settlement in Northern Ireland.
Northern Ireland did not separate from the South until William Gladstone presented, in 1886, his proposal for home rule in Ireland. The Protestants in the North feared domination by the Catholic majority. Industry, moreover, was concentrated in the North and dependent on the British market. When World War I began, civil war threatened between the regions. Northern Ireland, however, did not become a political entity until the six counties accepted the Home Rule Bill of 1920. This set up a semiautonomous parliament in Belfast and a Crown-appointed governor advised by a cabinet of the prime minister and 8 ministers, as well as a 12-member representation in the House of Commons in London.