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Rubbin's Racing, Right?
Kyle Busch led most of the Darlington Raceway but was pushed for the lead by Kasey Kahne on a late restart. Kahne pulled ahead of him briefly in turns 3 and 4 before Busch dive-bombed the corner in turn 1. Unable to hold the corner, the No. 18 slid up the track toward the No. 5's rear left side.
As the two separated, Kahne's car went for spin and the NASCAR community went with him. Multiple replays were inconclusive in determining whether or not Busch actually made contact, but every fan seemed to have a concrete answer: some saying there was clearly contact, some saying there was clearly no contact at all.
As usual, Kyle Busch was a catalyst for a NASCAR debate. Even the driver's themselves weren't sure about the contact.
"We were racing hard," said a visibly frustrated Kahne of the incident. "Whether he hit me or just blew the air off, whatever it was, he blew his entry [to the corner] and I'm not really sure what he was thinking on that."
Adding to the feeling of bitterness for Kahne, it was the third time this season that Busch has been involved in his demise. Just the week before, Busch took full responsibility for getting into Kahne at Talladega and setting off the first "Big One." He even took the time to text an apology afterward to his competitor, a sign that he's matured in the sport to the point he's willing to admit his faults.
One area on which fans do agree is that Busch was himself on the move at Darlington. His supporters love him for his aggressive style. His detractors hate him for the same reason. Whether or not contact was made, that aggressive move was a signature one for Busch, and it wasn't very smart.
If another driver tried that, say Tony Stewart, most people would have probably moved on from it a little faster, but this is Kyle Busch we're talking about. He's developed himself into the most polarizing driver in all of NASCAR, and Saturday night's debate proved that hasn't changed despite his noticeable growth in maturity.
Why were some people so confident that he made contact, while others weren't? (It clearly was only one or the other.) Because, people were watching the replays with their hearts, not their eyes.
In some fan circles, especially those of Kasey Kahne, this story will be remembered in a few years as the time Busch drove right through Kahne at Darlington. It will be thought that Kahne was leading on the final lap before Busch intentionally spun him for the victory. (Nevermind that there were 22 laps to go and that Busch ended up finishing sixth.)
In other circles, mainly just that of Kyle Busch's fans, it will be remembered as another great save by the driver of the No. 18, as Kasey Kahne wrecked himself out of the race. (He actually did finish on the lead lap, albeit as the last car with such distinction.) Ironically, those fans will also probably think it was a last lap effort and that Busch went on to win the race.
Somehow I can see the fact that Busch's wheel went down late in the race and he limped around to a sixth-place finish getting lost in both circles. Most will forget how Busch actually finished the race because of the raw emotion he pulls out of everyone in the NASCAR community. Those emotions can cloud important details.
Did they touch?
I, honestly, don't know. I would imagine that as Kahne hinted, the proximity was enough to disturb his car's aerodynamics. More importantly, I don't really care if they touched.
It's NASCAR, and rubbin's racing out there. That doesn't excuse Busch for making a reckless move into the corner, but Kahne was certainly pushing the limits every bit as much as the No. 18 to take the lead. That mentality certainly didn't help the No. 5 maintain control during the encounter.
My suggestion to fans that are still trying to figure out if the two cars touched is to let it go. For years, the general NASCAR community has complained that they find races boring, and NASCAR listened in 2013. The Generation-Six car has created plenty of side-by-side racing and that has led to more contact.
When drivers find themselves in cars that can run for the lead, they are more likely to push the package to take that lead. We saw that when Joey Logano and Denny Hamlin got together on the final lap at Auto Club Speedway, and we saw that Saturday night at Darlington.
Former NFL coach Herm Edwards once coined the phrase, "you play to win the game!" In NASCAR, you drive to win the race. That's what we saw from Busch and Kahne on Saturday, nothing more, nothing less.
Rubbin's racing in this sport; it's all a part of trying to finish first.


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Ames is located in Central Iowa roughly 30 miles north of Des Moines, in the Western edge of Story County, astride the Skunk River. The city was named after Massachusetts congressman, shovel tycoon, and transcontinental railroad supporter Oakes Ames. The railroad is still a daily part of life in Ames, with nearly 90 Union Pacific long-haul freight trains passing through town each day over several at-grade road crossings. Unfortunately, no passenger rail service is available to town. Life in Ames follows the ebb and flow of the academic year at Iowa State University, the city's largest employer. Other large employers include the Iowa Department of Transportation, Sauer-Danfoss, Ball Corporation, and Barilla.
Get in
By car
Traveling from the north (e.g., Minneapolis, approximate drive time 2.5 hours) or from the south (eg, from Des Moines, approximately 30 minutes), take Interstate 35 to exit 113 and drive west along 13th Street to Clark Avenue. Head south on Clark Avenue to City Hall and the Main Street district. Or take US 30 exit 111 west to South Duff and go north through many businesses to Main Street. Travelling from the east (Chicago, 5.5 hours) or from the west (Omaha, 2 hours), take I-80 to I-35, and then I-35 north and as above. US 30 also reaches Ames direct from Omaha and Chicago.
By bus
By plane
Shuttle service is available from Out of Town transport to/from the Des Moines International Airport. If flying via charter or general aviation, one can use Ames' airport on the southern edge of town, south of Airport Road, but again, privately-arranged car transport is the best bet from there into town.
Get around
The city-university partnership Cyride provides bus service to most of the city. Fare is $1, with monthly passes available for $35.
Ames has a moderately extensive paved trail system for walking and biking.
Lincoln Way is the main east-west thoroughfare of the city, running from just south of downtown west to Campustown and along the southern edge of the central campus of Iowa State University (ISU). Similarly, 13th street runs across the northern edges of the downtown area and the university campus. Main north-south roads include Duff Avenue and Grand Avenue (which together carry U.S. Highway 69 through Ames) and North and South Dakota Avenues.
Apart from Iowa State University itself, there are generally three main pedestrian-friendly concentrations of shops and restaurants: Downtown on Main Street between Clark and Duff Avenues, Campustown south of Lincoln Way along either side of Welch Avenue, and the much newer Somerset neighborhood (to the east of Stange Avenue north of 24th Street). Plus two miles of big box stores and small shops on South Duff spreading beyond US 30 on the south and Lincoln Way on the north. Not quite so pedestrian friendly but with new sidewalks along Duff, not so hazardous to pedestrians as it has been.
ISU Cyclones' licensed paraphernalia (sweaters and such) are available from several retailers around town, but perhaps most notably at the bookstores on or near campus along Lincoln Way. Other specialty shopping can be had in Campustown, Somerset, or downtown.
For big-box chain stores, the major shopping areas are along south Duff Avenue from Lincoln Way south past U.S. Highway 30, and along east of north Grand Avenue near the North Grand Mall, between 24th Street and Bloomington Avenue.
The college club scene is served by an ever-shifting array of bars and clubs in Campustown.
Paddy's--Laid back dive bar. Best in Ames. Two-Fers on Tuesday nights and Dollar Burgers on Wednesdays.
Whiskey River- The Best Main Street Dive bar in town. it's away from campus and lots of fun.
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Care & Community 2 Week Special – Emma and Louise Perry
I took part in a 2 Week Special Care and Community project in Tanzania with my younger sister, Louise. Having just finished my A levels and Louise her GCSEs, we knew that we wanted to do some travelling and volunteering and do something different with our summer that would make a small difference to a community far less fortunate than our own. We have also both been very interested in childcare and community work and therefore it seemed like the perfect opportunity.
Our Placement
Our first visit to the Naserian School and Orphanage, where we would be working for the two weeks was both humbling and slightly shocking. The school aimed to make basic education available to orphaned children and the very poor. The pupils who were aged between 3 and 17 years old shared 7 classrooms, and those who didn't have a home to go to at the end of the day were split into a girls and boys dormitory. These rooms were so basic and bare that we couldn't wait to get painting to brighten them up for the kids.
One of the things we loved most about our placement was the variety of things we got to do, many of which we wouldn't usually find ourselves doing at home. Most mornings were spent renovating the dormitories and classrooms in the school, sanding, washing, painting the walls and getting satisfyingly messy! Although tiring, this was one of the most rewarding things being able to see our hard work completed at the end of the two weeks.
In the afternoons we were able to play with the children, giving them the attention and care that was evidently greatly needed. All the volunteers had bought activities and ideas with them, including balloons, skipping ropes, bubbles, footballs and origami which were all fully appreciated and enjoyed by the children.
It soon became clear to us just how little these children had and it was an amazing experience to witness their utter joy at having us there. Despite not speaking any Swahili which was bound to be a challenge, the school aimed to teach the children basic English. Therefore, we were also able to teach the children a range of songs and nursery rhymes including 'head, shoulders, knees and toes' and 'hakuna matata'.
Our Host Family
We both were obviously slightly nervous about staying with strangers so far away from home which is normal for anyone, however staying with a Tanzanian family made our experience even more priceless. The Leonard family were some of the most loving and welcoming people we have ever met, the muma (mother) Jasmine, and baba (father) Leonard welcomed Louise and I and 5 other volunteers into their home making the culture adjustment so much easier.
Their 3-year-old son Lewis was also very cute and keen to play with us every evening. We were able to learn and be a part of their everyday lives and tell them a bit about our culture at home.
Living in Tanzania presented some challenges including showering using buckets and power cuts that left us eating breakfast by candlelight and showering in total darkness which was exciting and highlighted how fortunate we are in England. The family couldn't have been keener to get us involved in Tanzanian life, giving us cooking lessons, and showing us how they carry litres of water on their heads!
We also clubbed together and prepared a meal from home for the family of pasta, pizza and salad which they were really appreciative of. All in all we couldn't be more grateful for their hospitality and kindness.
Weekend Antics
At the weekend we got a break from our hard work at the orphanage and visited Tarangire National Park, famous for its large numbers of African Elephants. This was simply an amazing and unforgettable day. The park had the most breath-taking views and we saw some beautiful animals including heards of zebra and wildebeest bathing at waterholes, giraffes and large groups of elephants with some baby elephants. One of the highlights was seeing two lionesses feasting on a wildebeest! Having lunch there was a nice time to relax and get to know all of the volunteers a little bit better.
We also had the opportunity to visit a Maasai village and learn about the cultures and traditions of the tribe. For us this was the biggest culture shock, learning how men have as many wives as they can afford to pay for in cows and how women are expected to get married at as young as 12 years old and have between 8 and 11 children in their lifetime!
It was humbling and inspiring to see how they live with so little and so separately from modern society and yet are so happy and have remained so loyal to their strong traditions.
Exploring Tanzania
Tanzania as a country is utterly beautiful and full of lively, welcoming people. There are so many things to experience, the food, the Maasai culture and the local markets as well as breathtaking scenery such as the views of Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru.
I would recommend visiting Tanzania to anyone who enjoys meeting new people, new cultures and trying different things, as it is an experience you will never forget. Projects Abroad couldn't have been more helpful, and Pauline our supervisor was so lovely and enthusiastic, it was clear she loved her job and that they truly appreciated us being there.
Meeting all the volunteers was great too, as there were people from all corners of the world, including Canada, Japan and Denmark. We all got on really well and I know I will stay in contact with them for years to come.
The rewarding feeling of making a difference to the children's lives and making them smile and laugh was priceless and worth every penny of the trip. Louise and I will never forget the people we met or the things we learned, we recommend it to anyone, you won't regret it!
Emma Perry
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The Black Widow Fusion II Grip features a firm and highly textured dual-compound composition for enhanced feel and control. The multi-color, dual-compound composition controls vibration and delivers two distinct feels with Web Traction Technology, which provides improved grip confidence and promotes proper grip pressure for greater swing speed. Fusion is designed for the highest performance, feedback and feel.


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Canonical List Of Things To Do At A Security Conference During A Boring Presentation
Youre sitting there, bored out of you skull. The speakers are just repeating over and over again how important security is, but are presenting no technical content that would help you in any way. Hey, you showed up at a security conference, you already believe security is important. Other wise you would not be there, so they are preaching to the choir. To quote someone else:
Sounds boring as hell to me. A bunch of managerial types wafting hot air on various pithy, high level statements that are brutally obvious to anyone with half a clue. I would rather subject myself to the tender mercies of the North Korean Police. They should have technical content of which there is none. ~Alt.don from Security-Forums.com
During those special times what do you do to keep yourself occupied? Heres my list, tell me what you would add. No, not all of the activities are ethical, but Ive seen some them done and they do help to amuse a bored listener.
1. Categorize the attendees. Kind of like spot the Fed at Defcon. Sorry, but many times stereotypes hold a lot of truth. Here are a few categories:
a. Manager types who are just there to look like they care about security.
b. Bored techies that are there because their boss wants them to be.
c. Hackers who want to learn more about the subjects and are hoping for some technical content.
d. Play spot the Fed/Whitehat/Blackhat/Greyhat.
2. Play sniffer games. Lots of conferences provide free Wi-Fi for attendees.
a. See what traffic is out on the LAN using Ethereal.
b. Snarf HTTP traffic and see what web pages other attendees are looking at.
c. Sniff other folks passwords with Ettercap/Dsniff/Cain, not to do anything with them, but just for the hell of it. Its amusing to see all these folks at a security conference using unsecured protocols.
3. Spot others playing Sniffer Games. You will see quite a few.
4. Ask them if they found anything cool.
5. Scan the network with Nmap to see whats out there.
6. Try to own the presentation machine.
7. Net message the presenters computer.
8. Death match video games with other attendees.
9. Try not to get kicked out for doing any of the above.
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A review of installation methods
- (This is a work in progress. Please review and contribute.)
There are many alternative methods to install Sugar. The options can be very confusing because of the technical details and features that may be unfamiliar.
This page begins to itemize some of the many options that are available for those interested in learning more about the possibilities.
Note: When dealing with flash memory storage devices, such as 'USB sticks' and 'SD cards', one should be advised that changing the device format may affect its service lifetime. Fortunately, the manufacturer's default format is suitable for many of the options.
Installation to HD, USB hard drive, and USB/SD flash drives
The LiveOS image technology uses compression to install operating systems on smaller discs such as CD-ROMs and small USB/SD flash storage devices.
The extra compression layer may be avoided by installing to an uncompressed file system by one of the methods itemized in the first section below:
Uncompressed file systems
- zyx-liveinstaller <from Ferminal>Sugar_on_a_Stick/ZyX-LiveInstaller
- creates real file structure on USB or HD (without rebooting)
- name and color selection (and ssh keys remain the same)
- This can be a problem for using it for distribution
- liveinst (Anaconda)<from Terminal> Sugar_on_a_Stick/Linux/Non-compressed_Fedora#Use_liveinst_command_in_terminal
- installs to HD or USB stick
- If you make an .img file from the USB before running "firstboot", it becomes a good way to duplicate the sticks.
- Net install CD Sugar_on_a_Stick/Linux/Non-compressed_Fedora#Make_your_OWN_Custom_SUGAR-DESKTOP_USB_Boot_Stick
- need a fast Internet connection
- very slow install(6+ hours for USB)
- allows custom install of sugar-desktop only or Gnome/KDE + Sugar
- If you make an .img file from the USB before running "firstboot", it becomes a good way to duplicate the sticks.
Compressed file systems on USB/SD devices
- script with .iso file - See Talk:SoaS_Blueberry_Instructions.
- live-usbcreator application
- Download the latest version of the Fedora LiveUSB Creator from http://fedorahosted.org/liveusb-creator and extract it.
- Plug a blank target USB flash drive (or SD Card) into your computer (minimum 1-gigabyte).
- Launch LiveUSB Creator.
- Select Sugar on a Stick v2 Blueberry in the drop-down menu on the upper-right side to download the liveUSB disk image. Alternatively, download Blueberry here, then hit the Browse button and select the downloaded file.
- Adjust the Persistent Storage slider. This enables you to save the child's work in Sugar onto the device.
- Select your flash drive as the target and click the Create Live USB button.
- Wait for the process to finish, then close the LiveUSB Creator program.
- Stop your flash drive using the Safely Remove Hardware dialog and eject it.
- other Linux distributions Sugar_on_a_Stick/Linux
Duplication of USB/SD .img files
- dd copy of USB/SD <from terminal>Sugar_on_a_Stick/Linux/Non-compressed_Fedora#Duplication_of_USB_Sticks Autologon Sugar_on_a_Stick/Linux/Non-compressed_Fedora#AUTO_Login_to_SUGAR
Upgrade an XO-1 to Sugar 0.84 with Fedora 11 and Gnome
WARNING: THIS WILL OVERWRITE YOUR NAND in the XO-1 with the new OS.
Please read the instructions found on the OLPC News site.
- Refer to Message #3: "How to install".
- Please note: Software has been updated since that posting. The latest Software is available here:
- Put these files (.img and .crc) on a USB stick formated as FAT32.
- Add your Developer Key to the USB.
- Be certain to disable security first as per the instructions.
- Follow the instructions as per Message #3.
- Note: Be sure to plug in your laptop using it AC charger to ensure that the installation process is completed. (The firmware will not be updated under battery power.)
WARNING: THIS WILL OVERWRITE YOUR NAND in the XO-1 with the new OS.


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Early Days of South Dakota, The Dry Years Part IV
Opp, Daniel D. "Early Days of South Dakota, The Dry Years Part IV." Prairies 8, no. 10: May 1985, 12-14, 16-19.
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In the first three parts of "Early Days in South Dakota," Daniel D. Opp vividly describes his own joy and frustrations as he arrived as a boy at the vast prairies of Dakota Territory in the 1880s.
In this final installment of the series, Opp records some of the despair he and others felt during the traumatic 1890s:
As I have previously mentioned, in 1888 we had very good times. However, we know that after good years, poor crops usually follow. That was the case the ensuing year.
In 1888, many of the first settlers, who had no horses, bought some. No longer did they have to hitch on ox team to the hayrake or sled to drive to church, as they once had to do. But horses were high, from $400 to $500 per team.
Those who could pay for them were fortunate, but many were not in a position to do so and could only pay one-half of the purchase price, depending moreorless on the security they could offer. If the horse dealer agreed to it, then they not only took the horses, but also the proved up pre-emption claims, 160 acres of land, into the mortgage, the papers running from one to two years.
The year 1889 produced little in crops. Prices were low, as they are at the present time [Opp wrote this journal during the drought-filled 1930s], and the debts for horses and other items often could not be paid. The creditor had to be satisfied with the interest and such part of the principal as the farmer could pay.
We now pass over the year 1890. The winter was dry and cold, with only a little snow. We did not have many cattle to feed, and our work was quickly done. Whenever we wanted a little enjoyment, we neighbor boys came together, one day at this and the next at that farmer. Then we hitched up a pair of three- or four-year-old oxen, which were broken for driving. They were quite wild and had to be caught and trained, which we enjoyed immensely.
Since I have told about the training of steers, I will relate about a true event, which happened at that time east of Leola:
A farmer of advanced years and his son, John, in addition to a pair of horses, had a four-year-old steer, which, however, had not been broken in for work. One day they wanted to cut wheat with the horses, but the work for the two horses on the binder was too hard. Then the father said to his son, "We will break in the steer and hitch him up with the horses."
John, on the first instant, could not quite understand this and asked: "But how are we going to break the steer?"
The father, however, had already made his plan and said to his son: "Go and get the steer. I will tend to the rest."
He still had an old yoke and a small sled, which was made ready. Then the father was yoked up with the steer. The father put his head through the yoke on the right side, and the steer was yoked on the left side. Afterwards, the son took the rope to lead the two.
They were ready to go, and they went much faster than they had expected. The steer made a mighty jump and dragged his teammate with him until John finally halted everyone, hastening to his father to release him from the yoke.
"No, no," replied the father. "Release the steer first. I will lie perfectly still."
Similar events like that happened quite frequently.
But now to come back to my subject again. Spring came as usual, and everyone helped put in the seed. Everyone tried to put as much as possible into the ground, for all were confident that we would get a better crop than in the previous year.
But the spring, like the winter, was dry. Most of the seed did not come up. The breaking up of the land had to be discontinued on account of the drought. There would have been no object continuing the work, because the flax could not have come up for it just would not rain.
Thus it was the entire summer. One day like the other. Nothing but hot winds. And the heat was almost unendurable.
As a result, of course, everything dried up. The year 1890 was a total failure.
Many farmers received neither wheat nor potatoes. For the first settlers, it was not quite so serious, for some of them had several head of cattle to sell. The price was ridiculously low, but the necessities of life were also low.
It was hard for those who had just settled here a year or two earlier—and for two years had had no crop.
Many men walked 150 miles to look for work. But usually there were more workers than work. They were advised, however, to remain and that the other workers would be changed so that all might earn a little. Yet after three days, when it was there turn again, they had nothing left of what they had earned, because what they had earned had just about covered their board bill. They worked for a big threshing outfit.
Despondent and discouraged, they returned home to their families, who for some time had been without bread.
Compared to the present, those really were hard times. The present times are not so bad that we have to go hungry, for we have always had enough to eat, only we cannot do as we would like to.
In 1890, the poverty of many people was so great that it cannot be described. In the fall, the creditors demanded their money, but since most of them did not have any, they took away all they had. The horse dealers also demanded their money or else what they had pawned.
After much begging and pleading, an extension was given on the condition that another quarter of land was put on the mortgage, or, sometimes, even the entire property which the debtor possessed.
It actually happened that a pair of horses was sold, on which the debtor had paid nearly the full amount. The horse dealer not only took the horses away from him, but also two quarter sections of land, and later sold the land for $5,000.
There was another concrete case where a horse dealer, for a debt of $60, took a quarter section of land from the debtor and sold it for $5,600. In such a manner, a single horse dealer acquired more than 100 quarter sections of land.
At that time, many provisions –such as corn, flour, and clothing—were sent for the poor people from the southern parts of the state. But the poor received the least of it. Those who were best provided, who talk big everywhere in the world, they were the ones who were in the front rank and took the best away, while the poor and timid had to stand in the rear and look on.
In those days, there were prosperous, yes, even rich, people in the old home in South Russia, to whom the poor relatives here in America appealed in their distress.
But their appeal died away without being heard. Yet, not all, for some replied and said: "Why did you not stay in Russia? You sought something better, and now see to it how you get along."
By the same token, when the distress later was so great in Russia, and they requested help from the Americans, we did not think about their negative words and letters, but helped them to the best of our abilities, rendering good for evil and saving thousands in Russia from starvation by our help. In a proverb it is said, "Much can be forgiven, but not forgotten."
To all our misery another dread was added that fall, namely the report that the Sioux had broken out to massacre the white settlers.
That, naturally, cause great confusion, especially among the people living near the Missouri River, close to where the Indians lived. Hundreds left their homes with their children and all they possessed, fleeing in wagons to Eureka.
It was during the last days of November, at a time when many had slaughtered their hogs. Reports were circulated that many of the fugitives threw all of their meat, and even their flour, into wells so that it would not fall into the hands of the Sioux.
It was even reported that a family lost one of its children, who had fallen from the wagon in their flight, and although the mother pleaded with her husband to turn back and save the child, the husband in his fright whipped the horses and cried: "Forward, forward! Better lose one than all!"
(But I have my doubts that such a story is true.)
Many sent their women and children from Eureka by train to Aberdeen, while the men remained at home and awaited the things that were to come.
I also was on guard at home for the nights with my own.
In reality, there was not much to the matter. After the leader, Chief Sitting Bull, along with seven of his followers, had been killed by our soldiers at Standing Rock on December 15, 1890, the 7th Cavalry had only a short combat on December 28th at Wounded Knee, at which time the Indians were defeated and the war was over.
The Christmas holidays were a rather quiet and miserable affair, for as we did not live in luxury like so many of the present day, we entered the new year of 1891 with a heavy heart, wondering what it would have in store for us.
Thus we lived into the winter and heavy frost held nature in bonds, the cold holding everything in rigid lifelessness. Nature mourned and the white snow seemed to enfold the corpse like eternal slumber.
But when in spring the sun ascended and the balmy winds blew, when the lifegiver sent his warm rays over the hills and valley, then the fetters of frost dissolved and the warmth of life penetrated man and beast, and, yes, even the depths of the earth, quickening the roots to new life. Grass and blossoms sprouted forth as a sign of hopeful fertility. All that had breath lived and moved and rejoiced in life. Even the songs of the feathered songsters arose again in the tunes of jubilation to the creator.
That spring, many a farmer had no seed, and so the county commissioners at the time were compelled to buy seed wheat and distribute it among the poorest farmers so that they could seed their land.
In the early spring, we had only sufficient moisture in the ground for the seed to come up, but soon it was very dry again. Hope for a good crop faded.
But when the need is greatest, help is nearest.
On the evening of May 21st we had a soaking rain. From that time on, there was no lack of moisture the entire summer. The weather was favorable so that we harvested a big crop in 1891. That raised the spirits of the farmers considerably. It also rained much of the fall, and the farmers were able to plow all of their land.
The threshing season was prolonged, because there were only a few machines. We finished threshing on the 10th of November and pulled our machine home the same evening.
It was in due time for the next morning we had a real snowstorm, which steadily increased. We had a hard winter before us. That was no agreeable task for us because we had much wheat to haul to town. Frequently, 30 to 40 sleds, loaded with wheat, would be seen, one following the other, on the way to Eureka.
I also went to Eureka every day, if possible, until Christmas. By then, my time was up with Valentine Mettler, for whom I had worked the past year.
I previously mentioned that in 1891 we had a good crop, and that the soil was in good condition for 1898. Due to favorable weather, we also had a good crop in 1892. That year many "headers" were bought. My father also bought one for $180, although we had eight horses, yet four of them, were too young, and so we had to hitch four oxen to the header for the harvesting of the big crop.
Horses were very high at that time. Those who had any took the best care of them. Every farmer endeavored to have the nicest horses. For that purpose, the best full-blooded stallions of different breeds were bought.
Horse breeding increased to such an extent that by 1915 it had reached the highest point in the northwest.
But what has become of the noble horse on which our fathers greatly prided themselves? Yes, not only the men, but also the feminine gender took pleasure in the proud steeds.
When a man drove into the yard with a pair of fine horses and asked the parents for the hand of the daughter of the house, he shortly received their consent. But how they have fallen, the proud steeds of whom so often some of the great poets have sung in inspired words! They had to surrender their rank to make room for a dead tin box, so that the guides may strut about on good roads. Though if, in spring, the soil is too wet, and the roads too muddy, then the half-starved horses are good enough to do the hard work!
It is a fact that many horses are deprived of the necessary feed so that gasoline can be bought for the gas steed. Yes, it is a deplorable picture when you see some horses at work these days, especially if you remember how faithfully they served the first pioneers.
We will now go back to 1893 and 1894 when we had a small crop, and in 1895 a little better, in 1896 and 1897 fairly good crops, but in 1898 a total failure. From 1899 to 1908 and 1909, we had fairly good crops—very good the last two.
Prosperity could readily be observed for wherever one went, new churches and schools were built. In the farm yards were to be found large homes, barns, and granaries, which were neatly painted either red or white.
Indeed, there was hot competition among the people. Everyone tried to outdo the other. The ascendancy of the farmer's weal became noticeable in industry everywhere. Cattle breeds were improved by full-blooded breeds where cream could be sold at a good price. From time to time, more corn was planted and more hogs were raised. It truly could be called mixed farming. The farmer was no longer entirely dependent on wheat. A failure as we had in 1911 did not have any effect. From that time on, we had fairly good crops so that, whatever the price, many farmers not only become prosperous but attained riches as well.
Out of that wild prairie a home and a land had been created, in which milk and honey flowed. The prairie states tasted success up to the calamitous war of 1914-1918. At that time, America coveted honors, which, however, left a sour taste in the mouth. But that was not enough. The hypocritical prohibition was forced upon the neck of the free people and country, putting the stamp of hypocrisy upon honest citizens.
Other problems emerged. Business stagnated. The entire nation was brought to the brink of ruin. To use a nice expression, it was called a "depression."
That is like pressing a man who is in a situation where he cannot go ahead, and then pressing him with a still harder kick from the rear. Yet there are people who look upon "prohibition" as progress for our nation. Indeed, it would be laughable if it were not so sad.
Before we come to a close, I want to say that much has been written lately about pioneers. But if you want to know who those pioneers are or were, then go to the cemeteries. Most are buried there. As a testimony, you can read their monuments. They did not reach a high age. Only a few attained an age over 50, or, at best, an age of 60. Death was the usual reward for the burden and work they experienced during the 1880s.
Therefore, the Lord has called them away early so that they might not see so many things which they built up by the sweat of their brow now trodden underfoot. Yes, they have gone to their reward, but they still live in the memory of those who knew and have sung with them:
Of't the days were dark and dreary,
On the long pilgrimage of life,
By all the grief made faint and weary
And many a heartache, caused by strife.
They have passed on through tribulation,
And the time of distress is o'er,
To the Lord be praise and adoration,
Who was their Helper evermore.


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Venezuela's Magnum Martinez, Hawaiians Kaipo Jaquias and Sunny Garcia, and Brazil's Jojo de Olivenca Shine at Colorado Beach
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Nicaragua ISA World Masters Surfing Championship
Sunday, July 15, 2012
Colorado Beach at Hacienda Iguana, Nicaragua
Colorado Beach at Hacienda Iguana welcomed competitors to the first day of the Nicaragua ISA World Masters Surfing Championship in the fashion in which it's become known: picture-perfect conditions.
A happy looking ISA president, Fernando Aguerre said, "This is a dream scenario: head-high, light offshore all day long, with occasional one foot overhead. And water temp in the mid 70s and sunny weather. We are sooooo happy to be in Nicaragua."
It was a long day of optimal conditions for some of the best over-35-year-old surfers in the world. Venezuela's Magnum Martinez and Hawaii's Sunny Garcia put their championship-level pedigree on display in the picture-perfect conditions, as they chose the waves with the most scoring potential and put together some of the most outstanding heats of the day.
"I came here about a month ago and the waves all this week have been a little tough, walled and closing out, but to have a heat like that with all kinds of corners was a blessing," Martinez said. His two-wave score of 15.5 was the highest of the day. Martinez's teammate, Ronald Reyes advanced in second in his Qualifying Round heat. Martinez credits the cohesiveness of the team for the early successes.
"The Venezuelan government has been very supportive of our team, and it's brought us together," Martinez continued. "We eat together, we surf together, we spend lots of time together, which bonds us, and makes us stronger in and out of the water."
The highest-profile surfer in the event, 2000 ASP World Champion Sunny Garcia didn't seem to have any difficulty acclimating to the conditions in his first ISA event. Where some competitors had difficulty with the fast, barreling conditions, Garcia appeared completely at ease. There is a reason he has six Triple Crown of Surfing titles to his name. Garcia seemed as happy to be representing Hawaii as he was to have won his heats.
"It's good to get that first win out of the way; hopefully we can get another from Kaipo [Jaquias] and help get Team Hawaii off to a good start," Garcia said. "I'm pretty pumped to be here. I had expressed interest to the Hawaiian team in the past, but other commitments kept me from making it, so it's great to finally make it. Everyone is super stoked; it's a completely different vibe [from other surf events]. I'm really happy I came."
Garcia and Jaquias are both pulling double-duty for Hawaii, competing in the Men's Masters (over-35) and the Men's Grand Masters (over-40) divisions. Both of the former ASP World Tour competitors won their respective heats.
Other standouts in the Masters division were Robbie Page (AUS), Jojo de Olivenca (BRA), Carlos Cabrero (PUR), who narrowly won the heat over Reyes, and Alejo Martinez (ARG), who won the first heat of the morning.
In Men's Grand Masters competition, Juan Ashton (PUR) started his trek toward what could be his sixth medal with a heat win. Ashton is the most decorated surfer in ISA history, with four individual Gold Medals, a Copper Medal and three Team Medals.
The afternoon high-tide made the conditions a little tricky for the later heats, but USA's Hans Hagen and Brazil's Sergio Noronha still put together respectable two-wave scores to advance in first.
The surfing action for the Nicaragua ISA World Masters Surfing Championship continues tomorrow, July 16, at Colorado Beach at Hacienda Iguana in the Municipality of Tola, with the first Qualifying Round of Men's Kahunas (over-45).
The event webcast will be live beginning at 7:40am local time (6:40am PST; 9:40am EST; 2:40pm in Paris; and 11:40pm in Sydney) with The Morning Show at www.isawmsc.com/live.
Men's Masters Qualifying Round 1 Results
Heat 1: Alejo Martinez (ARG), 10.17; Christian Jimenez (CRI), 8.47; Gerson Gomez (GUA), 2.54; David Lee (JAM), 1.73
Heat 2: Carlos Cabrero (PUR), 10.27; Ronald Reyes (VEN), 10.16; Jon Hanna (PAN), 5.27
Heat 3: Robbie Page (AUS), 10.0; Reinaldo Ibarra (CHI), 6.84; Raul Villas (PER), 5.83
Heat 4: Rick Takahashi (USA), 8.97; Andres Fernandez (ECU), 7.53; Hugo Camacho (MEX), 5.17
Heat 5: Shea Lopez (USA), 9.33; Marcelo Matos (URU), 8.17; Cesar Moreira (ECU), 3.57
Heat 6: Dean Hall (AUS), 8.27; Cesar Aspillaga (PER), 4.83; Juan Andres Guerra (CHI), 3.44
Heat 7: Magnum Martinez (VEN), 15.5; Norberto Pena (PUR), 4.9; Ricardo Alfaro (PAN), 4.32
Heat 8: Martin Passeri (ARG), 9.17; Gustavo Castillo (CRI), 5.3; Giovanni Benetti (ITA), 2.6; Maurizio Di Spirito (ITA), 1.8
Heat 9: Armando Daltro (BRA), 9.8; Heriberto Martinez (MEX), 9.23; Diego Gallardo (SAL), 1.87
Heat 10: Jojo de Olivenca (BRA), 13.27; Patrick Castagnet (GER), 6.2; Jaime Delgado (SAL), 4.4
Heat 11: Sunny Garcia (HAW), 12.43; Hiroki Watanabe (JPN), 11.74; Victor Peralta (DOM), 5.83; Charlie Philippon (FRA), 3.87
Heat 12: Kaipo Jaquias (HAW), 14.76; Yoshio Ishida (JPN), 6.86; Regis Blanchard (FRA), 6.33; Daniel Lopez (GUA), 2.83
Men's Grand Masters Qualifying Round 1 Results
Heat 1: Randall Chaves (CRI), 8.5; Sebastian Galindo (ARG), 6.66; Azumi Hara (JPN), 2.4
Heat 2: Juan Ashton (PUR), 11.33; Eduardo Rojos (VEN), 6.5; Ricardo Chiari (PAN), 4.2
Heat 3: Mark Cameron (AUS), 8.77; German Aguirre (PER), 6.34; Carlos Corado (GUA), 2.16
Heat 4: Hans Hagen (USA), 9.6; Julian Galeana (MEX), 3.43; Carlos Alvarado (ECU), 3.13
Heat 5: Dean Randazzo (USA), 6.2; Manuel Lozano (ECU), 4.96; Adrian Valenzuela (MEX), 3.93
Heat 6: Victor Peralta (DOM), 8.1; David Hammond (AUS), 6.44; Luiggi de Marzo (PER), 4.73
Heat 7: Giovanni Visconti (CHI), 3.04; Alfredo Flores (VEN), 2.7; Jose Medina (PUR), 2.33
Heat 8: Pascal Luciani (TAH), 7.43; Yasunori Isobe (JPN), 7.07; Santiago di Pace (ARG), 6.57; Jose Urena (CRI), 2.5
Heat 9: Sergio Noronha (BRA), 9.43; Francisco Romagoza (SAL), 2.36; Daniel Paez (SWI), 4.4
Heat 10: Junior Maciel (BRA), 6.1; Richy Arosemena (PAN), 3.63; Rodrigo Dominguez (SAL), 1.73
Heat 11: Sunny Garcia (HAW), 11.67; Francois Gouffrant (FRA), 4.74; Pedro Pablo Vergara (GUA), 1.63
Heat 12: Kaipo Jaquias (HAW), 10.1; Olivier Salvaire (FRA), 8.1; Lorenzo Parmegiani (ITA), 1.6
Sunday's Heat Schedule:
8:00 AM – 8 Heats Qualify 1 Men's Kahunas
10:40 PM – 6 Heats Qualify 1 Men's Grand Kahunas
12:40 PM – 3 Heats Qualify 1 Women's Masters
1:40 PM – 6 Heats Qualify 2 Men's Masters
3:40 PM – 2 Heats Repechage 1 Men's Grand Masters
The International Surfing Association (ISA) is recognized by the International Olympic Committee as the World Governing Authority for Surfing. It was originally founded as the International Surfing Federation in 1964 and has been running the Open Division World Championship since 1964, the World Junior Surfing Championship since 1980, the World Masters Surfing Championship since 2007, the World Bodyboard Championship since 2011, and the Hainan Wanning Riyue Bay International Surfing Festival in China and the World Standup Paddle (SUP) and Paddleboard Championship beginning in 2012. The ISA also sanctions the World Kneeboard Titles and the World Tandem Surfing Championship.
ISA membership includes the surfing National Governing Bodies of 71 countries on five continents. Its headquarters are located in La Jolla, California. It is presided over by Fernando Aguerre (Argentina), first elected President in 1994 in Rio de Janeiro and re-elected seven times since. The ISA´s four Vice-Presidents are Alan Atkins (AUS), Karín Sierralta (PER), Debbie Beacham (USA) and Layne Beachley (AUS).
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Sunday, May 27, 2012
Crispy rye bread canapés with cream cheese and smoked salmon
I did a bit of catering on Saturday for a group of friends*, and this smoked salmon and cream cheese paté/spread on crispy rye bread buttons was one of the dishes I brought along. It disappeared very quickly and I wish I had made a double batch - it's an excellent nibble indeed - savoury (smoked salmon), creamy (cream cheese), crispy (rye bread buttons), fresh (cucumber slices). I also think the contrasting colours look very pretty.
Although I love this spread on crispy rye bread buttons, it works also beautifully with sliced (and toasted) ciabatta or baguette, of course. Here's a photo from last June:
Cream cheese and smoked salmon paté
Makes about a cup
100 g good-quality cold smoked salmon
150 g cream cheese, at room temperature
a small bunch of dill
lemon juice, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
To garnish:
cucumber or lemon slices
fresh dill or chives
finely grated lemon zest
Chop the smoked salmon into small chunks, place into the food processor together with the cream cheese. Add some lemon juice for seasoning and the dill. Process until smooth.
Taste for seasoning - add more lemon juice and season with pepper.
If you're serving this with crispy rye bread buttons, then you need some sliced rye bread (I like a very dark bread here and used "Fazeri must leib"). Cut out small squares or circles and toast them in a preheated 200 C/400 F oven for about 6-7 minutes, until crispy. Cool, then spoon the cream cheese and smoked salmon paté on top and garnish before serving.
You can make the paté up to a day in advance, but don't spread it on toasted rye bread until up to an hour before serving, or you lose the crispiness.
* The other two dishes were tiny spicy chorizo profiteroles and an Estonian crumb cake, cut into tiny slices.
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- Frau Haselmayer said...
Oh, the wooden knife is so pretty!
- 9:26 pm, May 28, 2012
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La Course by Le Tour de France
The upcoming La Course by Le Tour de France race is going to shine a spotlight on women's pro cycling, as top women's teams will be competing on the same finishing circuit in Paris just hours before the final stage of the men's Tour de France, including the famous finish on the Champs Elysees. While this 90km race is not the same as having a full 3 week Grand Tour, holding it on the same day and location as the final stage of the men's race means that it will get coverage for an elite women's race unlike anything that's happened before. We are excited to watch a great race and see an emphasis on women's pro cycling – especially the Optum Pro Cycling presented by Kelly Benefit Strategies team racing on their Diamondback bikes!
Equal pay for equal pain
A few weeks ago we got the opportunity to see some of these pro cyclists in action at the Philly Cycling Classic, one of the toughest one day races on the women's cycling calendar. The slogan of the race was "equal pay for equal pain", as the men's and women's races featured equal prize money. The race was a fantastic showcase for women's cycling, with a closely fought competition only settled on the last climb of the Manayunk Wall, when Evelyn Stevens pulled out victory in a ferocious sprint.
Importance of sponsoring women's pro cycling
One of the most interesting parts of the weekend was the chance to hear directly from the pros at a question and answer session before the race. Before the cyclists spoke, Karen Bliss, Vice President of Marketing for Fuji, talked about how important it was for Fuji to sponsor riders and teams – for product development, brand recognition, and authority in the cycling world. Fuji puts a special focus on supporting and developing women's teams because they see the potential for growth – Karen is an accomplished former professional rider herself, a seven-time national champion on the road and track, and sits on the UCI women's cycling commission. Also speaking was Lisa Nutter, the wife of the Mayor of Philadelphia – she is an avid cyclist and a huge advocate for cycling in Philadelphia. Mrs. Sutter got back into cycling in her 40s, and now seriously competes on the track and the road – she was a big influence on the "equal pay for equal pain" idea.
Can we compete with the men? We'd like to find out!
As the pros got the chance to answer questions, it became clear that they are just as dedicated, motivated and competitive as the male pros, but their opportunities for exposure and financial success were not the same. Alison Powers, the current US national road, criterium and time trial champion, spoke about there needed to be a change of mindset for cycling fans, promoters, and her fellow female pros – they needed to create an expectation for better treatment and improved exposure. This would lead to better teams, races, and opportunities to grow the sport. Her fellow pros train as much as the men, 8-20 hours a week, but they don't train for the same distance since the UCI limits their races to 140km. When asked if female pros could compete in a men's race, Powers and other replied that if they did train for the same distance as the men, they could probably hang in the race – maybe not to the end, but they'd like the chance to find out!
So the biggest difference between the men and women pro riders was in the opportunities they had to succeed. When asked if they also worked full time in addition to their racing, almost every pro in attendance raised her hand to say that they had to work another job – this might be expected at a lower level men's team, but these were some of the top women's teams in the world. That's why the opportunity to showcase their talent at a showcase as big as La Course by Le Tour de France is such a big deal. We hope that it opens some doors, and some eyes, for just how entertaining women's pro cycling can be.


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U.S. National Team – 2012: Had a breakout year, playing in 27 games, all as a reserve, and set a U.S. record for most goals as a substitute with 14, which were the first 14 of her career … Averaged a goal for every 37 minutes she was on the field … In her second career cap against Guatemala at CONCACAF Olympic qualifying, she scored the first five goals of her career, all in the second half, in her hometown of Vancouver, Canada … Played in three games during Olympic qualifying as the USA won the regional title … Made her first world championship team at the senior level for the 2012 Olympics and played off the bench in four games … Scored her first Olympic goal against New Zealand in the quarterfinal, sealing the 2-0 victory in Newcastle … Scored the winning goal against Norway in a 2-1 victory in group play at the Algarve Cup … Also scored against Denmark at the Algarve Cup … Had a two-goal game against Ireland on Nov. 28 during the Fan Tribute Tour
2011: A prolific scorer with the U.S. Under-20 WNT, she earned her first cap with the senior team at the beginning of 2011 … Made the roster for the Four Nations Tournament in China in January and came off the bench late in the game in the first match of the tournament against Sweden
Youth National Teams: One of the most dangerous forwards in the world at the U-20 level, finished her U-20 career as the USA's most-capped player (39) and highest scorer at this level (24) … The USA's all-time leading scorer in U-20 Women's World Cups with 10 goals … Played in 18 international matches in 2010, including four at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, and scored 17 goals in those games … Scored against Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, Mexico, Germany, England, New Zealand, Japan, Ghana, Switzerland and Korea Republic in 2010 … Scored a hat trick against Switzerland at the 2010 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, just the third ever in a Women's World Cup by a U.S. player … A member of the U.S. team that won the 2010 CONCACAF U-20 Women's Championships in Guatemala to earn a berth to the 2010 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, she scored the winning goal in the final minutes of the 1-0 victory against Mexico in the championship game … Started all five games in Guatemala and led the USA in scoring with six goals, scoring two each against Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago and two against Mexico, one in group play and one in the final … Also a key member of the U.S. team that won the 2008 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Chile … She became the first American since Carin Gabarra in 1991 to win the Golden Ball as the tournament's top player at a FIFA Women's World Cup … She also won the Golden Shoe as the tournament's top scorer with five goals, including the first in the 2-1 championship game victory against Korea DPR … At the age of 14, she was a member of Canada's team that played in the 2004 FIFA U-19 Women's World Cup in Thailand, where she was the youngest player in the tournament ... Served as captain of Canada's U-15 team that traveled to Germany in 2005 but got her clearance from FIFA to change associations to the USA in 2008 and went on to star at the U-20 Women's World Cup … First Appearance: Jan. 21, 2011, vs. Sweden … First Goal: Jan. 22, 2012, vs. Guatemala (5 goals).
Professional / Club
2013: Allocated to the Boston Breakers for the inaugural NWSL season … 2012: Taken with the first pick in the 2012 WPS Draft by the Atlanta Beat, but never played after the league ceased operations … 2011: Played with the W-League Vancouver Whitecaps in her hometown during the summer, scoring 11 goals in 11 games with two assists … Youth Club: Won provincials three years in a row with the Coquitlam City Wild, where she played from U-14s through U-16s … 2004: The Wild won the national championship, where she had two four-goal games and more than 11 goals in the four-game tournament ... Youngest player to play for the Vancouver Whitecaps Club in the W-League at the age of 15 ... 2005: Won a championship with Team BC at the Canada Games in 2005 where she scored in the final ... 2006: Member of three state cup-winning teams in the United States, helping Eastside (Seattle, Wash.) to a title in 2006 before moving to Arizona where she played for Sereno in 2007 and 2008.
College/High School: As a senior, she played in 21 games and led the team in scoring with 16 goals and three assists … Was named First-Team NSCAA All-American and Soccer America MVP First Team ... Led the team in scoring for the third-straight season ... Led the Pac-12 in game-winning goals with eight ... Came in second in the voting for Pac-12 Player of the Year and was named to the All-Pac-12 First Team ... Had four multiple-goal games and two hat tricks on the season ... She finished her college career ranked in the top 5 at UCLA in several offensive categories, including points (126 - 4th), goals (57 - 4th) and game-winning goals (23 - 4th) … As a junior, she played in 20 games and was the team's leading scorer with 13 goals and one assist … Named a First-Team Soccer America MVP … Named a Third-Team NSCAA All-American and a First-Team All-Pac-10 selection … Had a breakout sophomore season at UCLA in 2009, leading the team in scoring with 23 goals and two assists … Her 23 goals tied the school single-season record previously set by Lauren Cheney in 2007 … Was named an NSCAA Third-Team All-American and Second-Team All-Pac-10 selection … Set UCLA single-season records for both points and goals in NCAA Tournament play, registering 16 points on eight goals during the 2009 NCAA Championships … Tied the school's single-game record for goals, scoring four in a 7-1 victory against Boise State in the NCAA First Round … Also scored twice in a 5-0 win against San Diego State in the second round … Punched in two more in a 3-0 quarterfinal victory against Virginia … Scored a goal in 14 of 24 matches and had seven multiple-goal games … As a freshman, she played in 19 matches, making 18 starts, and scored five goals with six assists … Was a member of the Pac-10 All-Freshman Team, but missed all five of UCLA's matches during the NCAA Tournament while leading the U.S. to the FIFA U-20 world title ... Scored her first collegiate goal in the team's season opener, tallying the game winner in a 2-1 victory against UC Santa Barbara ... High School: Played two years of high school soccer for Johnston Heights Secondary School in Surrey, Canada ... Led the team in scoring as a freshman and sophomore.
Personal: Full name is Sydney Rae Leroux … Nickname is "Syd" … Majored in history at UCLA and graduated in the Fall of 2012 … While in Canada, she also won provincials in the 400-meter relay as a member of the track team ... Loves Vancouver, Canada, where she grew up … Gives much credit in her youth development to club coaches Chico Munoz and Les Armstrong … Loves animals and has a rather fierce Chihuahua named Boss who is eight pounds … Has confessed that she has a "ridiculous" amount of clothes … Loves wearing heels, but admits she can't walk in them very well … Always has her nails done … Mom is Canadian and played third base for the Canadian National Softball Team … Father is American and played Major League Baseball with the Anaheim Angels … Born and raised in Canada until she was 15 and moved to the United States with a goal of earning a college scholarship and playing for the U.S. Women's National Team … Is an avid shopper … Loves music, reading and is a collector of inspirational quotes … Favorite musical artists include Beyonce, The Weekend and Ed Sheeran … Favorite candy is Swedish Fish … Favorite color is purple … Does yoga whenever she can … Favorite movies are "Pitch Perfect" and "Wedding Crashers" … Played Little League Baseball with boys from the ages of 5-14.


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Yes, it could happen, if beginners keep trying to kite there.
If you need a board leash, do not kite here.
If you fly your kite at 12 clock position on the beach, do not kite here.
If you try and catch someones kite by the bridle and then let go of the kite, do not kite here.
If some idiot catches your kite by the bridle and lets go, and you thought your job was over, do not kite here.
If you forgot your job after they botched your kite landing, unhook,punch out, release, INSTEAD of kite looping down the beach and into the water and still not releasing and kitelooping some more , then making a windsurfer swim away from his rig to get out of harms way. Only when you were able to stand up did you let go of the bar. Hope you were not injured to badly, Another broken shoulder.


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> I spent 2.5 years as a visiting professor at Southern Illinois University
> and never heard a thing about Fox. However, as a physics graduate student
> Indiana University in Bloomington, I heard about Hermann Joseph
> Nobel Laureate in Medicine for the discovery of the production of mutations
> by means of X-ray irradiation. In my humble opinion an unambiguous creation
> of life in a test tube would be orders of magnitude more important than
> Muller's work. Where is the Nobel Prize for Fox??? In fact, I even called
> a former colleague from SIU who spent many years there and he also had
> heard of Fox.
And I have colleagues at SIU who knew Fox for years and greatly admired him.
So what? Who knew whom and for how long is irrelevant. Only the evidence is
relevant. Art and Moorad should stop hiding behind these strawman arguments
and debate the evidence, or admit they cannot and go away.
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By Stijn Mitzer and Joost Oliemans
While many of our posts have been devoted to the MENA's attempts to locally 'improve' its armour, we have never touched upon on the YPG's DIY armour upgrades. Not that there has been a lack of DIY armour upgrades coming from Northern Syria, but mainly because these local conversions were often so hideous we'd rather continue the trend of leaving other sites to cover them. Nonetheless, there have been a number of interesting projects coming from the YPG-held territory lately, which will be covered in this post.
Carrying out the YPG's armour upgrades is the responsibility of two major armour workshops located in Afrin, Aleppo Governorate (Afrin Canton) and the Hasakah Governorate, the latter of which is supported by several smaller workshops located throughout the Hasakah Governorate. Interestingly, this closely mirrors the Islamic State's methods in Syria, which also established two major armour workshops further supported by several smaller workshops elsewhere in Islamic State held territory.
But compared to other major factions involved in the Syrian Civil War, the YPG (Yekîneyên Parastina Gel - People's Protection Units) is the least rich in armour. To compensate for this gap in its capabilities, the YPG became very active in the production of DIY armoured vehicles, usually based on tractors or trucks. For true armour, the YPG is reliant on vehicles captured from the Islamic State, vehicles left behind by the Syrian Arab Army (SyAA) and equipment turned over by the SyAA in return for a save passage (for example after retreating from Mennagh airbase in 2014). The latter provided the YPG with three T-72 'Urals' and one T-55A, a major haul for the YPG. But apart from just operating its captured vehicles in their initial configuration, the YPG also performs upgrades on most of its armour. From simple things like replacing barrels of a ZSU-23 with those of a ZU-23 to producing complete armour packages, the YPG has done it all.
By taking over former SyAA bases, the YPG also gained a limited number of BTR-60s decommissioned from service shortly before the start of the civil war. Sometimes used as a static pillbox by the defenders, most of these vehicles were left to rot in various corners of the base by the SyAA. Because repairing these vehicles, almost all suffering from flat tires, was not worth the effort in the eyes of many of their other capturers, the YPG quickly became the largest operator of operational BTR-60s in Syria.
captured. The crew removed the 12.7mm DShK before abandoning the vehicle however, denying the enemy valuable ghaneema (spoils of war).
Another rarity that serves with the YPG is the MT-LB multi-purpose armoured vehicle, of which only six have so far been documented in Syria. Two are in service with the Islamic State in the Deir ez-Zor Governorate while the other four are used by the YPG in the Hasakah Governorate. All six examples came from Iraq, where the Islamic State captured them from the Iraqi Army. Although Syria acquired nearly any armoured fighting vehicle (AFV) available for export from the Soviet Union, it never acquired the MT-LB. The YPG-operated examples were already believed to be in Kurdish hands before the start of the Syrian Civil War.
Interestingly, the MT-LB seen below was one of the examples upgraded by the addition of wider tracks by Ba'athist Iraq. These vehicles are sometimes designated as MT-LBVs. Two of the YPG's MT-LBs can be seen in the row of AFVs on the bottommost image, which also includes two T-55s upgraded by the addition of a gunshield, stowage boxes and mudguards and one armoured earthmover equipped with the turret of a BMP-1 infantry fighting vehicle (IFV).
Opposed to the Afrin Canton, which has to do with just one T-55, YPG forces in the Hasakah Governorate now operate a respectable amount of T-55s captured from mainly the Islamic State. While some are immediately employed on the battlefield by the YPG, most T-55s get sent to Hasakah's workshops for overhauling and upgrading. The extent of these upgrades vary on every tank, which likely has to do with the state the tank is in: Tanks that require relatively little work are more likely to be sent back to the front as quick as possible.
Most of these upgrades are comprised of the addition of a gunshield for the loader-operated 12.7 mm DShK, new stowage boxes, new mudguards and a fresh coat of paint, resulting in plenty of colourful T-55s on the battlefield of Northern Syria. At least one T-55 has also been upgraded by the addition of slat armour to the sides of the tank, once again showing the improvised nature of these armour upgrades.
Not all AFVs captured on the battlefield are completely salvageable however. A damaged turret or a lack of traditional means to replace defective parts can result in a tank that is still able to drive, yet is completely useless in its intended role due to its defective armament. While in Syria this more than often means that the tank will be written off, the YPG generally refuses to let these scarce armoured platforms go to waste, and DIY light turrets are a common occurrence on YPG vehicles as a result.
Two such examples based on T-55s equipped with a 12.7mm W85 and 2x 14.5mm KPVs as well as two BMP-1s that had their 73mm 2A28 Grom turret replaced by one containing a 12.7mm DShK have been spotted so far. This resulted in a vehicle with extremely similar looks to that of the Czechoslovak OT-90 APC, which is equipped with the turret of an OT-64A, armed with a single 14.5mm KPVT and a single 7.62mm PKT. Curiously, the second BMP-1 features another light turret on the rear, which has yet to be fitted with any weaponry.
In order to accommodate the first T-55 to its new turret, the original one was removed and the turret ring gap welded shut so a smaller cupola could take its place. Also of interest is the vehicle's bow armour, which has been reinforced resulting in an even more sloped front than before. Lastly, a stowage box has been added to the rear of the tank. This vehicle was seen in a VICE documentary covering foreign fighters that joined the YPG and also in a training video where its new machine gun turret was being tested.
seen in the al-Shaddadi offensive last February, where it featured alongside several 'true' T-55s. This offensive was aimed at capturing the remainder of the Hasakah Governorate and the town of al-Shaddadi from the fighters of the Islamic State, and was successfully concluded in a week.
Although clearly based on the version seen above, the second example features several modifications over the previous iteration, most notably a new and larger turret. Interestingly, this turret looks extremely familiar to that of the North Korean 323 APC. Its actual origin is less exotic however, as similar looking turrets were already seen on earlier DIY AFVs produced by the YPG.[1] [2]
The new turrets now boosts two 14.5mm KPVs instead of a single 12.7mm DShK. This, along with the addition of side skirts and a radio antenna are the only visible external differences. A camouflage pattern instead of the black finish on the first example was also introduced, a welcome change when operating in the lush area around al-Shaddadi.
The armour situation in the Afrin Canton is even more critical, where the YPG operated no AFVs until the fall of Mennagh airbase, after which they received three T-72 Urals, one T-55A with DPRK LRF and later one BMP-1. These were also subsequently upgraded to various degrees, and recently saw use in YPG's offensive against the Free Syrian Army in Northern Aleppo. Currently two T-72 Urals, the T-55A and BMP-1 as well as a newly captured T-62 which will likely be upgraded in the near future remain in YPG hands here.
BMP-1 'Saddam'.
Also handed over by the SyAA and subsequently upgraded by the YPG was a T-55A, one of the examples that was upgraded by the North Koreans decades ago. This T-55A was part of the convoy that fled Mennagh for Kurdish held territory, where the tanks were subsequently handed over to the YPG. This example, the only T-55 to operate in the Afrin Canton, received new mudguards, sides kirts, stowage boxes, camouflage and slat armour protecting the rear of the tank.
Even the YPG's most important AFV assets receive a variety of upgrades. All three of the T-72 Urals operated in the Afrin Canton were upgraded, and two received a complete cage of slat and spaced armour to enhance their protection against shaped charge warheads, comparable to the kits created by the Republican Guard and Islamic State. At least two of the T-72s appear to have been crewed entirely by females.
The first, which can be seen below, appears to make do with slat armour on the rear only, as well as the addition of side skirts.The other two feature mostly identical slat and spaced armour upgrades all around the turret and hull, and can only be distinguished by their camouflage and the fact that on one example the IR searchlight was damaged and replaced by three regular truck lamps bundled together.
Unfortunately for the YPG, one of these upgraded T-72s was destroyed by a TOW ATGM fired by the Free Syrian Army on the 29th of March 2016. The TOW penetrated the vehicle and caused the 125mm main gun to fire, indicating the tank has indeed been destroyed. At least one crewmember was seen moving around the tank shortly before impact, but the two others were believed to be present inside the tank at the time of impact and were undoubtedly KIA.
With practically all factions waging war in Syria now having committed themselves to upgrading various types of armoured fighting vehicles to increase their survivability, and with little chance of foreign supplies of large numbers of AFVs in the near future, the Syrian battlefields are rapidly transformed into the birthing grounds of ever more wild contraptions. The YPG's contributions in this area, while formerly mostly limited to outlandish DIY monstrosities, are now swiftly increasing in significance, and have secured their rightful place amongst the plethora of DIY projects out there.
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Thursday, April 14, 2011
Using Music to Teach Language to ELLS
My reaction to this question was that it would be fun to have songs that switch between languages - especially for ESL. It's normal for bilingual children to switch from one language to the other. I was looking at the question from an affective point of view, not a linguistic one. I was thinking of the ELL who is bombarded by information in English all day long. He may be new to the country and suffering from culture shock. He may be a young preschooler or kindergarten student who feels homesick. By including bilingual songs in the curriculum, I believed that teachers are demonstrating an appreciation of other languages and establishing a welcoming environment for ELLs in our classroom.
My friend and active #ELLchat participant @Karen Nemeth. Preschool expert and author of Many Languages, One Classroom: Teaching Dual and English Language Learners convinced me that I can not ignore the linguistic ramifications. Thank you Karen for your input.
Here is Karen's answer to me.
Language experts are always in favor of using songs and music to support language learning because of the rhythms, focus on sounds like rhymes, the repetition and the familiarity and the kinesthetic learning associated with movement and dancing - as well as the fun! Early literacy experts focus heavily on the value of music for supporting language and literacy learning for ALL young children - and we also know that plenty of music education is linked to better math skills later on also.
What I object to is the notion of having two languages in the same song. We know from research about young children's language processing that their brains will focus on the familiar language and tune out the new language when they are presented simultaneously. I recommend singing lots of songs - but singing in one language or the other. Songs sung completely in one language or the other help the children to focus on whole phrases and sentences and get used to pronouncing strings of words.
So, by all means, I would expect that every early childhood teacher that has children from other languages in her class should be singing songs in their language right from the start. Even if the class were called "ESL" I would never condone a class for preschool or kindergarten that has nothing in the child's home language. So even if the teacher knows no words in Polish, for example, she can play Polish music and learn with the kids - and all the kids can learn some of their friend's language too.
I believe it is essential that teachers of young children in diverse classrooms MUST learn at least a few words of every language in their class and they MUST have materials to support every language they have. Every teacher MUST show respect for each child's language because it is part of his or her identity - and the teacher does this by making the effort to learn those few words and songs and stories. And the teacher must actively demonstrate this respect because she is a critical role model for respecting differences and valuing each student equally regardless of majority or minority status. When the teacher brings in Polish music and learns with her student, this forms the bridge that supports the Polish child getting used to school and learning in English as well. And - sometimes the whole class should also be singing songs in English because the repetition, movement, sounds etc will help with the transition to English, while nicely supporting literacy learning in the monolingual English speakers at the same time.
Thank you Karen for this outstanding answer. From now on, I will advocate that teachers make children feel welcome in their classrooms through the use of songs in the native languages of her students.
To Karen and me, this conversation is an example of the collegiality and collaboration that grows via Twitter, Facebook and our other social media.
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- Corey Heller said...
I completely agree that when we are focusing solely on pedagogical best practices, then the logical choice is to keep languages completely separate in all situations (songs, stories, etc.).
However, I think we often become overly pedantic in our approaches and forget that language learning is about so much more than vocabulary, sentences, grammar, etc.
If a teacher happens to come across a great bilingual song that would be fun for the children in class (help them bond, laugh, interact) then I would encourage that teacher to use it in class without worrying that the children were not learning something specific about the English language.
Ultimately, ELL classes should be about so much more than just learning words and sentences (written or spoken). It should be about feeling comfortable in an English-speaking environment to the point of wanting to learn the language and what it means to be part of the surrounding English-speaking society. Much of this comes from a trusting bond which develops between student and teacher.
Sure, none of this will be part of the standardized testing but the students in that class will be the ones who go on to love learning the language and will excel because they feel comfortable in it.
Can we do all of this without introducing bilingual songs or books? Yes, of course. But if we are more concerned about pedagogical minutia than bonding with our students, then we have already started down a slippery slope.
The truth is, I think it would be hard to find good bilingual songs anyway! Most are in one language or the other. Let me know if you can find any, I'd be delighted to hear to them!
- April 14, 2011 at 4:38 PM
- everythingESL said...
Thanks Corey for your thoughtful reply. I agree that feeling comfortable in the new environment is of prime importance. I think this can be done by having the teacher teach songs in the languages of the students.
- April 14, 2011 at 4:55 PM
- Karen Nemeth said...
Thanks, Corey. I agree - a little less worrying and a lot more fun will make education better for the children AND the adults!
- April 14, 2011 at 5:09 PM
- Skype English Lesson said...
Yes, I agree with teaching through music and songs. I'm an ALT in Japan and find this is a way for students to put the language into some kind of context as well. Songs not only allow the students to use the new words, but it's fun. In addition the melodies increase the chances for retention.
I also recommend hand movements. Some learners remember well when associated with physical movement. It's also more fun.
Great blog!
- September 3, 2011 at 6:58 PM
- CharlesKelsey@Learn English said...
Using music as a form of learning english is a very good way as well especially for kids. I often don't need to argue about having my daughter learn new things when I know she is able to get it without me forcing her once she hears music or songs.
- September 30, 2011 at 6:43 PM
Corey your blog is very insightful. I too agree that we spend far too much time worrying about whether or not we are meeting the standards. I believe that we are so focused on the standards that we forget that learning is supposed to be fun and that it's okay to listen to a song that is bilingual.
- April 23, 2013 at 9:52 PM
- Roger Jones said...
Hi, Judie! Good idea on using bilingual music. Asians are extremely loyal to their local songs. I teach Koreans and Korean pop is very popular nowadays. The songs of Psy like Gentleman and Gangnam have reached globally. This could be used as jumppoint to switch to English songs.
- November 9, 2013 at 4:52 AM


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Coach Dennis Allen acknowledged Saturday the Raiders had better get used to the way games will be officiated this season but saw enough good things in a 10-6 road loss a day earlier to the Minnesota Vikings to be encouraged.
"The penalties were the biggest thing we had to deal with, and a couple of those things at this year's points of emphasis with defensive holding or illegal contact downfield," Allen said in a conference call with local reporters.
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"I don't know that in the past you would see some of these things called, but with the rules and points of emphasis, we're going to see those things," Allen said. "It was good for us to get out, play a game and see how officials are going to call those things."
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Quechua in Peru by Benjamin Chung
One day during school, my friend Nina told me about her upcoming program with Projects Abroad in Moldova. I found it very interesting, and decided to take a look at what other destinations Projects Abroad offered. I came upon Peru, and knew that I should apply! Already loving the Andes and South America, I thought it would be the perfect opportunity and experience.
I chose the Quechua language course, which I would later learn to be an obscure choice for a seventeen-year old (especially since it was my only project). Already having a firm grasp of Spanish, I wanted to expand my knowledge of South American culture and learn a very interesting language.
I felt confident beginning Quechua since I understood its type of grammar as a result of knowing Korean. I want a career in field research, so learning Quechua, I think, would be quite beneficial. In early July, I then packed my bags and set off to Pisaq, Peru to start my three week journey.
Arriving in Peru
After making a fool of myself at the Lima airport, I fuddled my way out of the terminal in Cusco. I was greeted by a happy Projects Abroad staff member who held a sign behind a fence. After a little wait for the hired taxi, I was whisked away, given a brief tour of the major streets and plazas, and then taken to my temporary home in Pisaq.
My Host Family in Peru
My host family was quite nice and accommodating. They were hosting veterans! They told me about their past residents from all over the world, and asked me the basic introductory questions. This was not my first host family. They were quite nice and gave me a private room with electricity.
I didn't get to know their sons too well since they were always busy. Both were studying, working, or doing both simultaneously. However, I did enjoy their company during festival week when they were off, but I didn't spend all my time with them.
My host sister (now a whopping four years old), and I would have fun together. We were close, and she seemed to like that I could more or less keep up with her in Spanish, unlike some of the other volunteers. In general, I really enjoyed my family.
They gave me some freedom but also made sure I was taking care of myself, especially when I fell ill. The food was tasty, pretty filling, and very starchy! Most days I would find myself in Ulrike's; a wonderful Internet café that had Wifi and food.
The greatest part about my placement was that my host mother spoke Quechua. She was conversant, and would often throw it in to confuse me during our conversations. She was a great resource when studying. However, sometimes the vocabulary she gave me conflicted with that of my teacher. This was not a huge problem though. It brought on some great dialogue about cultural and linguistic creolism between my teacher and I.
Quechua Language Lessons
My Quechua classes were held at the house. After coming from a sightseeing trip with the host ladies, my teacher appeared out of the blue. It was unexpected, but my classes had started. My classes more or less followed this style.
As the classes progressed, we focused more on what I wanted to learn in order to continue my linguistic education in the US. As we focused more on grammar, I began to pick it up. By the first week, I could start conversations in Quechua, but they would disappointingly always go back to Spanish. It was useful to practice with locals though.
I learned new vocabulary and worked on my accent, which I was told by my teacher is difficult for Asian people. By the end of the program, I was able to at least shop at the Pisaq market and communicate in Quechua. I was also able to continue conversations further without much hesitation. No matter my ability, the Peruvians I met were all very surprised and delighted about my linguistic adventure. They would quiz me and inquire about why I wanted to speak it since not everyone in Peru is able to; though, I learned everyone recognizes it.
Meeting Other Volunteers
The most important and wonderful part of my Projects Abroad experience was definitely meeting other volunteers. The first few days I was alone as almost everyone else from Projects Abroad was visiting Lake Titicaca. One Sunday I was woken up by two volunteers shouting about packing space in the next room. We eventually got introduced. I got to meet some of the greatest people I have ever met!
Even though I was the youngest of the Pisaq crew, I was welcomed and became great friends with the group. I missed the time when there were other guys in the town, since my Aussie housemate left after twenty-four hours after introduction. He was then replaced by a fun loving French expatriate woman from Montreal.
My second housemate and I became great friends! I accompanied her to Machu Picchu, helped her with Spanish, and shared in the surprises that Pisaq held daily. The same relationship occurred with the other pairs of volunteers in town. All the volunteers grew close to each other, but each housing pair had its own special bond.
My Final Thoughts
My time in Peru was exciting, draining, and almost perfect! The final week was the Festival of the Virgin Carmen, and it wrapped up my time exquisitely. Here I could experience the Peruvian culture and gastronomy first hand, practice Quechua, speak Spanish, and celebrate with my friends the closing to all our adventures in Pisaq.
I still keep in contact with them, practice Quechua (though it's difficult to find resources), and want to continue my time in Peru. I am looking forward to return to the country one day; ready to speak Quechua of course!
Benjamin Chung
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Lower Yellowstone Falls
Taken from Artist Point on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. During winter the ice damn created by the rushing water can get to more than 100 feet tall.
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One of countless breathtaking waterfalls within Yellowstone NP
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A solitary bison trudges through up to 4 feet of snow to get to grazing areas near the Madison River in Yellowstone NP
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A pair of coyotes stroll past a grazing bison in Yellowstone NP
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Old Faithful eruption and rainbow.
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Two bison soak in some sun on a very rare clear day on the Madison River in Yellowstone NP.
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A bull elk grazes along the Madison River during the last few golden minutes before sunset in Yellowstone NP.
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Ice crystals formed by steam from the nearby geologic features cling to trees on a rare clear winter day in Yellowstone.
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Sun shines through ice crystals suspended in the air.
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A bison mother and calf thaw out in the sun on a clear winter day in Yellowstone NP.
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Steam rises off the Madison River as a bison idles in the trees.
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VIERA, Fla. -- Right-hander Stephen Strasburg said it's an honor to be the Nationals' Opening Day starter for a third year in a row, and when he takes the hill against the Mets in New York at 1:10 p.m. ET on Monday, he wants to set the tone for what is expected to be a big year for the team.
VIERA, Fla. -- Right-hander Stephen Strasburg said it's an honor to be the Nationals' Opening Day starter for a third year in a row, and when he takes the hill against the Mets in New York at 1:10 p.m. ET on Monday, he wants to set the tone for what is expected to be a big year for the team.
The 25-year-old Strasburg, however, doesn't want an Opening Day assignment to be his greatest accomplishment. He wants to play in the postseason for the first time and help the Nationals win their first World Series title.
"I want to show teams from the first game on that we are going to go out there and compete," Strasburg said. "You are going to have to bring your best game to beat us. I really hope that I'm pushing to make starts in October. That's the thing, and it starts on Opening Day. You have to stay focused, keep working hard, make sure your stuff is there and still doing well in October."
Strasburg wasn't able to play in October for Washington in 2012 because he was on an innings limit after undergoing Tommy John surgery in 2010. No big deal, right? The team will be even better in 2013, right? Hardly any changes were made to the roster of a 98-win team, leading Strasburg to expect the Nats to return to the postseason. He was mistaken. Despite a strong final month, the club topped out at 86 wins, missing the postseason.
"It was different for me in 2012," Strasburg said. "I was still young. Everybody was telling me [the late-season rest] was the right thing to do. Yeah, I was upset. I really didn't understand the magnitude. It started to sink in even more when we didn't make the playoffs last year. I thought we had a good team. … It just goes to show that sometimes the baseball gods aren't on your side, for some reason. I put everything in perspective. It's not as easy as it seems.
"Reaching the postseason is the goal for me and everybody else in this clubhouse. I think we have the opportunity and the potential to do that. All that really matters is sticking together, playing hard and not taking any days off. It's going to be a grind. We have to stick with it and keep pushing forward."
While he leads the effort to help the Nationals reach the postseason, Strasburg is showing a different side -- one that most haven't seen from him. Yes, he's still intense on the mound, but off the field, he is relaxed, more friendly.
In the past, media members had to pick their spots when talking to Strasburg, but he has grown comfortable in such situations. Being a first-time father can make one see things differently; Strasburg realizes he has to do more than just throw a baseball.
"He ironed some things out this offseason," teammate Ian Desmond said. "He looks like he is less intense, but more focused. It looks like his life is not hanging on every pitch. He looks ready to go."
There was a time early in Strasburg's career that he would seem to think too much about his starts, saddling himself with more pressure than necessary.
"I can speak [about] my experiences, and I'm sure it's similar to his," Desmond said. "But you want to become a big leaguer so bad. All you want to do is make it to the big leagues. [Strasburg's] situation is multiplied by 100 because he is in the spotlight from Day 1 in his professional career. But you want to fulfill all the expectations, not only from everyone else, but for yourself."
Strasburg now realizes that at times, the ball is not going to bounce his way, and he has his daughter to thank for being able to see the game from a different perspective.
"It's huge, [being a father]," Strasburg said. "Being a dad -- it's hard putting it into words. ... For me, it was easily good start, bad start. It was kind of something that I would constantly be playing over in my head -- especially afterward, and sometimes before. And now, you go home and you have a job to do, so you really can't think about those things. It's kind of nice to separate work and home."
Bill Ladson is a reporter for MLB.com and writes an MLBlog, All Nats All the time. He also can be found on Twitter @WashingNats.