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Since the news out of Goodyear has slowed to a trickle in recent days – what with no updates as to whether Lonnie Chisenhall will be feeding the masses with fishes and loaves or if he's merely turning water into wine – let's take another diversion into the ol' Jon & Paul Plus Baseball series. On today's menu for Jon Steiner of WFNY and I is a player that DID make the Indians' out of Spring Training last year, only to see his 2010 season speed downhill at an astonishing rate – Mike Brantley. Now 2 ½ years into his tenure as an Indian, Brantley enters 2011 as the de facto LF (after he takes some time in CF while Sizemore continues to rehab) and the question for Brantley now becomes what can be reasonably expected of him and whether that is good enough to put him among the potential "core" players going forward for the Tribe:PAUL: For as much attention has been paid to many of the young Tribe players and the steps forward that they need to take this season to prove themselves as potential "core" players to the next incarnation of what many hope can be a contending team, Mike Brantley seems to be falling under the radar this Spring despite major red flags that flew up all around him in his extended time in MLB last season. Given that Brantley turns 24 in mid-May and that (during the stretch of time at the end of the season in which he "improved" after his final call-up) he posted a .332 OBP in the last two months of the season, why I shouldn't be concerned about the assumption that Brantley will eventually slide seamlessly into the top of the Indians' batting order?
JON: I'm not sure "seamlessly" is the word I would use. Perhaps "forcibly inserted"? I don't believe that Michael Brantley is going to be a great player. I don't even believe he's a particularly great fielder: while his arm is certainly better than Grady's and his reads are better than Trevor Crowe's, that's sort of damning with faint praise if you ask me. No. Brantley won't be great. But he can be good. I wrote a piece months ago (feels like years, I promise) where I compared Brantley's skills to those of Brett Gardner. Basically, both are speedsters whose value will be determined in three ways: (1) getting on base at a reasonably above average rate--let's say .340 or higher; (2) stealing bases with a success rate of more than 75%; and (3) playing good defense in a corner OF spot. Last season, Gardner did all of those things, and--believe or not--was the Yankees' second most valuable position player. I think when we expect Brantley to be Sizemore-redux, we're setting ourselves up for disappointment. He doesn't have the power, the range, or the OBP skill. That doesn't mean he's not going to be a valuable player though.PAUL: I don't think the Sizemore-redux is a hope held by any reasonable person given the obvious differences between the two, but the Brantley that you describe (and it's not a description I disagree with) sounds closer to a "complementary piece" and his struggles since being elevated to MLB (and I know it's early) don't elicit confidence that he's much more. Given LaPorta's initial struggles, that's kind of a frightening thought in terms of the CC return. That said, realizing Gardner's value last year, am I just under-emphasizing those kinds of contributions from a player? In this Brave New World that we find ourselves (post-steroid) in MLB, is a player like Brantley (or Gardner) more valuable than a cursory glance would suggest? Of more immediate and specific interest, will Mike Brantley be more than bottom-of-the-lineup fodder or is there a chance that he develops into the legitimate lead-off hitter that many envisioned when he was tabbed at the PTBNL? JON: Make no mistake: the Brantley I described is an everyday player--steriod era or not. The question is whether he can ever reach that potential, and I think you're right to question it. We think (we don't know) that Brantley is an average center fielder, which would make him a well above average left fielder. We also think (we don't know) that he can be a good base stealer. That's two of three. Unfortunately, those are the easy two. The third component is going to be his ability to get on base. For a guy with absolutely no power, he's going to have to get on base around 35% of the time to stick as a starter. The good news is that throughout the minors, his OBP was an incredible .388. The bad news is that we haven't seen any of that plate discipline translate to the Big Leagues yet. The good news is he's only 23--a long way from reaching his offensive peak. The bad news is that his OBP has gone down considerably every time he's jumped a level: from .426 in rookie ball, to .406 in A, to .382 in AA, to .367 in AAA. The good news is that he seems a good, hardworking kid. The bad news is that the minors are littered with good, hardworking kids who just can't cut it. Is it possible that he never becomes anything better than a fourth OF? I think so. But if there's ever a season to throw a guy against the wall just to see what sticks, 2011 will be it.PAUL: Right, it's all predicated on his ability to get on base and the one of the most promising aspects of Brantley's skill set was that he walked more than he struck out in both AA and AAA. Thus far in his MLB career, he's struck out almost twice as much as he's walked in 100 MLB games… Given that Brantley will turn 24 in a couple of months, as much as his continued development may be in there somewhere, there has to be a point when Brantley's promise (OBP-wise) from the Minors starts to translate to some success in MLB. While 2011 represents a great time to give Brantley pretty much a whole season to figure that out, Brantley was otherworldly bad at the beginning of 2010 for the Indians. Even though it was only 9 games to start the season, he posted a .156 BA / .229 OBP / .188 SLG / .418 OPS that earned him a ticket back to Columbus. But that was just 9 games, right? Well, when he returned on the 4th of July, he proceeded to put up a .157 BA / .231 OBP / .214 SLG / .445 over the course of the month of July in 17 games. Again, only 17 games, but the performance was oddly similar and, if Brantley starts out the 2011 season similarly, how long does the team stick with a player – regardless of developmental hope – in their lineup?JON: Yes. I'm going to be the guy to talk about the small sample size and the potential and the patience. Part of that is because I think that 23 year olds still have a lot of room to improve, as a general rule. But part of that is because we don't have someone breathing down Brantley's neck at the moment to take his job away. I would argue that there are two "viable" options who will, someday, be competing with Brantley for playing time. The first is Nick Weglarz, of whom I'm particularly fond. He hits for power and gets on base. His problem has always been health, and until he can stay in the AAA lineup long enough to prove his mettle, he won't really offer Brantley a challenge. It's also worth noting that Weglarz and Brantley might play in the same outfield if a certain coffee-mug-toting center fielder were to move on sometime soon. The second is Zeke Carrera, of whom I know you're particularly fond. I'll admit to not knowing much about Zeke, but I get the impression that he's the only other legitimate option in CF that the Indians have. But here's the thing: Carrera is the same age as Brantley, with slightly worse minor league numbers. If we think he's going to succeed, shouldn't we feel the same about Mike?PAUL: Well said on "the potential and the patience" of Brantley and it's beyond hypocritical of me (or anyone) to assert that a guy like Donald (or Carrasco or even Huff) deserves the benefit of the doubt or a long leash while Brantley would not. You're right in that there is no other player who figures obviously onto the 25-man that projects to be the OF that Brantley could be over the next 5 years (all under club control) for the Indians. Even if he's able to simply come close to we saw out of him out of the final 2 months of the season (.292 BA / .332 OBP / .390 SLG / .721 OPS over 211 PA...and that's an underwhelming body of work), it's prudent for the Tribe to see if that represents a baseline for Brantley in MLB to improve upon. Just as importantly, they need to find out if that line (horrifyingly) represents his ceiling, or even if that is who he is. The alternatives out of the gate are...well, Austin Kearns and Travis Buck and finding out what the Indians have in Brantley is far more important than giving PA to Kearns or Buck instead in the interest of an extra win or two in April or May. While the dismissive feelings towards Brantley that "maybe somebody else could do this better" - like Zeke - it becomes that question of whether the alternative is desirable because it represents an upgrade or because it's simply an alternative. This season is all about separating the wheat from the chaff and the performances of Brantley (in MLB), Wegz (in AAA and probably MLB), and Zeke (see Wegz) are going to go a long way to determining which player or players (if any) fills a role in this next incarnation of the Indians. Given Sizemore's contract status, let's hope that the decisions that the Indians have to make are based on solid performances that force their hand, not underwhelming ones that make them want to turn that hand in for different cards.


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Greetings all,
I'll be forthright: this issue is barebones. We've got your Maps and an advice-giving Editorial from InkL0sed, but that's more or less it. This is due to several factors. First, we've polled about virtually everything we can think about for Community Perspective, so until we can think of some new ideas, we're at a stand-still (suggestions accepted, send to ZeakCytho). Second, the entire Newsletter is presently being done by 3 people, and we've got busy lives that often has the Newsletter slipping through the cracks. The result is missing features (didn't give enough leadtime to contributers), delayed issues, and profusive apologies from me. We need new people to help out in making the Newsletter a reality. It's not that time-consuming (really, we're procrastinating like crazy over here) and only requires an open mind and the ability to send PMs. If that sounds like something you could do, PM TaCktiX. Sorry again about the short issue, but hopefully you know why things are as they are.
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In this section we cover every map presently in development. Each map is accompanied by a brief description of the map's theme, graphics, and gameplay, as well as what's been happening in the last couple of weeks. Finally, a link to each topic, the map's creator(s), and what stamps it presently has are noted.
Name: British Isles Revamp
Creator: Gimil
Description: One of the most beloved maps in the game is getting a makeover. The creator has redone the look of the map to be much cleaner and geographically accurate to the Isles.
Present Development: Looking to actually get hit with a Quench stamp soon.
Name: Golfe du St-Laurent
Creators: Lone.prophet and Unit_2
Description: The Gulf of St. Lawrence (French, Golfe du St-Laurent) is the world's largest estuary, but conservation takes a backseat to beating the pulp out of others on this map of the gulf and its surrounding areas. It's an average-sized map with well-done textures and area-appropriate colors. Its classic gameplay is without any gimmicks and should be easy to pick up.
Present Development: This map has remained very quiet for quite some time. A completed XML is supposedly posted.
Name: Holy Roman Empire
Creators: Grayhawke and Pamoa
Description: The Holy Roman Empire has been said to neither be Holy, nor Roman, and most certainly not an Empire. At least CC players can fix the last part by building their own on this map detailing the HRE and surrounding nations. Taking a combination continent/influence bonus gameplay, the map tries to bring out some of the history of the HRE, all the while backing it with simple, solid graphics.
Present Development: A recent entry into the Forge, and already soon to get an XML stamp.
Name: Rail Australia
Creator: Cairnswk
Description: Cairns is becoming a master of serial maps. Following up Rail USA and Rail Europe is this third map, Rail Australia. It brings, as expected, the rail system from Down Under into vivid color. Unlike the other two though, there are added twists to the map that should make play very interesting and varied.
Present Development: Also new to the Forge, the map is undergoing a few minor graphics and gameplay tweaks before finalizing the XML.
Name: Romania
Creator: Foregone
Description: Romania is a little-known country in Eastern Europe, yet steeped in history dating back to the Roman Empire (hence its name). This map takes the country and infuses a piece of parchment with a no-frills depiction of the country, with a touch of hand-drawn charm.
Present Development: Likely to quench soon, an incursion of real life has been the delay cause.
Name: San Marino
Creator: Ruben Cassar
Description: The Ruben Cassar formula to a T: a simple map based around a small area. It's attractive to the eye, and while being average size has plenty of bonuses that should be easy to get and hold onto.
Present Development: XML should come soon from someone, though the original creator is bogged down in that pesky thing known as real life.
Name: War of the Triple Alliance
Creator: Oaktown
Description: This map captures the War of the Triple Alliance, South America's bloodiest war, fought on one side by Paraguay and on the other by Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay. The muted colors and faded images help make this map truly feel 19th Century. The gameplay is classic, lacking any sort of twist or gimmick.
Present Development: Currently working on a proper solution to the Corrientes territory.
Name: WWII Europe
Creator: Qwert
Description: Long stalled due to its large size, this map has undergone a weight-loss program and now fits within the size requirements. Taking his WWII Eastern and Western Front maps and meshing them with a Central front in the middle, this is a map that covers the entire theater of the war in Europe. With a large scale, and lots of opportunities, it will definitely be the WWII map to play when it's quenched.
Present Development: Forged and in process with the XML.
Name: Antarctica
Creator: e_i_pi
Description: Conquer Club has featured at one time or another all continents, save one: Antarctica. To avoid the problems of "boring chunk of ice with only research stations on it" and the treaty protecting it from conquest, the mapmaker has cast the map forward in time to 2060, when ice has given way to land, and everyone is vying to conquer it all. The graphics are suitably cold yet colorful, and the conquest basis of the map has been well-thought-out. The map merely asks that you conquer the previously unconquerable Antarctica.
Present Development: Currently in the midst of colorblind approval and other associated coloring of the continents.
Name: Brazil
Creator: RjBeals
Description: The ultimate winner of the well-publicized Brazil Revamp Competition, Rj has created a map that simply oozes with color, fitting for a nation known for its vibrant culture. Graphics are the order du jour now.
Present Development: 2nd reworking of the borders to keep the flat style of the map, as opposed to google earth roundness.
Name: British India
Creator: Oaktown
Description: Taking a cue from another, more modern attempt at India and its surrounding countries, Oaktown has taken the period of time when India was a British colony, and translated it onto a beautiful rendering of a history book (Editor's Note: he used the same book for the Brazil revamp contest). Combining simple colors and a hand-drawn look for terrain features and the like, the map is fairly simple on gameplay, with classic continents and a railway bonus to spice things up. Rewrite history for who controlled the region in the 1800's, or join those building the next railway for the ruler. The choice is yours.
Present Development: Updated and in the main Foundry now, the map is looking just as shnazz as always.
Name: Cairns Metro
Creator: Cairnswk
Description: In yet another map by the seemingly tireless Cairns, he's covering the metropolitan area of his hometown, Cairns. Adopting a slightly more pastel color scheme than his recently-released Sydney Metro, the map also employs fewer continents and territories, making it have a significantly different gameplay than Sydney. So for yet another top-quality Australian experience, look for this map in the coming weeks.
Present Development: Now on a shnazzified version with trees and other terrain. Border connection understanding, particularly tinnie routes are being resolved.
Name: Das Schloß
Creator: Cairnswk
Description: This map is unique in several ways. For one, it is the only map that can only be won by completing the objective. For two, it's gone back from quenching into the foundry with a major rework of the map's mechanics to fix some unforeseen balance issues.
Present Development: Discussions about the bonuses and the reworked gameplay are the main focus right now. Once issues are resolved on those and all present games on the older map are completed, the map will get re-quenched.
Name: Eastern Hemisphere
Creator: Oaktown
Description: What happens when you slice the world in half then age it 90 years? This map showing the far side of the world around 1910! It's the time when the great European empires are crumbling, and the creator has worked hard on making gameplay appropriate to the time setting. Expect a fresh world experience soon.
Present Development: Being nitpicked to death with general dissatisfaction at either the mountains, the ocean, or both.
Name: Europe 1914
Creator: Qwert
Description: Another covering of World War I, this time from an overall theater look. With eye-popping colors, rigorous detail, and a slew of bonuses, this map definitely gets one's attention. With two objectives that aren't mutually exclusive (unlike Operation Drug War), the gameplay looks to be a mix of classic and complex. Overall it's a new look on a oft-forgotten war, which is bound to turn out interestingly.
Present Development: Stamped both ways and stickied at the top.
Name: Feudal Epic
Creator: Gimil
Description: The long-awaited sequel to the original conquest map, Feudal War. Whereas Feudal War was restricted to only 6 players, Feudal Epic has enough for 8 people, with wide and expansive village regions in between to clash and vanquish your enemies in. Otherwise, the gameplay is the same, if not better, than the original Feudal War, making this a certain favorite when it quenches.
Present Development: Gameplay balancing in reference to the way the original plays is the discussion right now, with various solutions being proposed.
Name: Germany Revamp
Creator: Pepperonibread
Description: The current Germany map, as many German members have pointed out, is quite inaccurate. In this revamp, Pepperonibread is redrawing many of the borders to more accurately reflect the real Germany, as well as changing many of the territory names. Finally, the graphics will be completely overhauled and replaced with, in the words of Gimil, "super cool, shit hot graphics."
Present Development: Nearly there stamp-wise, we have to wait until Thanksgiving break for an update. Stupid school.
Name: Land and Sea
Creator: Edbeard
Description: This is a map of the world including both land and water territories. The graphics are basically non-existent right now, but the gameplay is undergoing serious discussion. The main feature of the game is that land and water territories only connect at certain points.
Present Development: Borders and gameplay options are being discussed. After the gameplay stamp, Edbeard will need someone to do the graphics for this map.
Name: Maze Craze
Creators: WidowMakers and yeti_c
Description: This map is big: 454 territories big. And it has a very novel gameplay revolving around neutrals that reset to much higher values when they're conquered. This is definitely a map to watch as it develops further.
Present Development: Sitting at the bottom of the forum looking for a Graphics stamp.
Name: New Zealand
Creator: Reggie Mac
Description: This is a map of New Zealand, complete with some surrounding islands. The graphics are clean and simple, and the gameplay is totally classic.
Present Development: In a firestorm of discussion, comprising the gamut of gameplay concerns.
Name: Switzerland
Creator: Kaplowitz
Description: Switzerland is famed for its bank accounts, neutrality in war, and sweeping mountains. So have a hostile takeover on this average-sized map of the country. Graphics are simple and the gameplay matches, with only classic continents and impassables.
Present Development: Restarted and looking really pretty, gameplay concerns are being retrod.
Name: Trench Warfare
Creator: Mibi, Incandenza, and Yeti_C
Description: This map brings WWI style Trench Warfare to life! Two opposing fronts are separated by a large no mans land. Players will scramble for bonuses in trenches and use gameplay features such as mortars and artillery to bombard a path across no-mans land before rising from the trenches and blasting through to the other side. The high-quality and realistic graphics compliment this gameplay style very nicely.
Present Development: Allaying legend concerns as of late, looking for a Graphics stamp.
Name: USA 6 Region Map Pack
Creator: WidowMakers
Description: This project is bold. WM is aiming to create 6 maps based on the 6 regions of the USA map, all with the same essential mechanics. The graphics are simple and effective, reflecting the colors and territories of the USA map while keeping a new set of flair. It's sure to be perfect tournament material, as well as an interesting set of maps to play with friends.
Present Development: Bonus discussions, graphical shnazz, and even XML are going on in this very busy topic.
Name: Wales
Creator: MrBenn
Description: With maps of Ireland and Scotland already quenched, it is only natural that a map of Wales be developed. The graphical style is simple, and makes heavy use of Welsh motifs. The gameplay is mostly classic, with one twist: each geographical territory has two sets of armies, one for each clan in the area. Special bonuses are given for holding both clans in the same shire.
Present Development: Various gameplay changes have been made, and understanding of the map's mechanics is currently being discussed.
Name: WWI: Ottoman Empire
Creator: Cairnswk
Description: World War I has also slipped into the void of uncoveredness, but thanks to Trench Warfare and this map the War to End All Wars will get its just deserts. The map takes on a lesser-known part of the war (though the famous battle of Gallipoli was fought here), focused around Turkey and the Central-allied Ottoman Empire. The general theater is portrayed in simple, understandable colors and the gameplay is fairly standard on this medium-sized map.
Present Development: Sporting even an XML before getting Gameplay stamped off, cairns appears to be pushing this map very heavily forward.
Name: Castle Battle
Creators: Marvaddin and Telvannia
Stamps: [Advanced Draft]
Description: This map is a siege of a fictional castle. The top-notch 3-D graphics give this map a perspective that not many other maps have. The gameplay heavily utilizes elements such as autodeploys and bombardments.
Present Development: Nothing in the past couple of weeks.
Name: Mediterranean Basin
Creator: Samuelc812
Stamps: [Advanced Draft]
Description: This is a map of the regions around the Mediterranean Sea. It has classic gameplay and a simplistic graphical style that is still being developed.
Present Development: Back from a brief hiatus, the map is seeking a Draft Stamp.
Name: Research and Conquer
Creator: OliverFA
Stamps: [Advanced Draft]
Description: This map has a unique premise: you research your greater bonus by attacking separated territories, then use those greater reinforcements to either conquer others or fuel stronger research. It's an interesting twist on standard conquest play, and the graphics are looking simple yet eye-catching.
Present Development: Much is left to be determined, including researches, territory names, and any other special parts of the map.
Name: Zodiac Map
Creator: rsacheli
Stamps: [Advanced Draft]
Description: The Zodiac has been a centerpiece of astrology for generations, enshrined most noticeably by the naming of constellations in the stars. This map portrays their constellations and has bonuses centering around the seasons and the elements those constellations comprise. It also features a super-connected Black Hole territory, allowing a lot of mobility for such a large map. The map beckons that you decide your own fate among the stars.
Present Development: In danger of hitting the Scrap Heap due to a lack of updates.
Editor's Note: This editorial contains irony...a lot of it.
InkL0sed wrote:All too often, I hear how forbidding the Foundry is to the newcomer. It's a maze of subfora, there are so many map threads, so many rules to follow! What is a newbie to do? As a Foundry veteran, I find this state of affairs to be both incomprehensible (since I caught on fairly quickly, myself) and saddening. The Foundry is actually quite simple. Let me explain.
The subfora are intuitively organized. They're basically how you'd expect them to be divided. There is a separate subforum, through which map threads are moved by moderators, who simultaneously give these maps what are known as "stamps", or graphical displays of approval for a certain aspect of the map (such as graphics, or XML), for each stage of development, the first of which has its very own subforum for maps no longer in development, this not including the ancillary subforum for proposals, or ideas, for maps, followed by discussion on said proposal, the extent of which depends, of course, on the popularity and viability of such a map.
But that is simply the nuts and bolts of the process, none of which is really very important; after all, the one question every important newbie to the Foundry has is "How can I make a map?" Well, the answer I would give you, and with which most would likely privately agree, is this: ignore all of the comments and suggestions people make. All of them.
For example, a common map idea is one based off copyrighted material. The most popular reply to such drafts is a trite, one-word "Copyright." Many newcomers would give up there, and this is where they would make their first mistake. After all, where would the Classic and Middle Earth maps if we had let copyright get in our way? Certainly not in play, that's for sure.
When somebody tells you that the borders are too pixelly, don't listen to them; they clearly just don't like you. When somebody suggests a different brush, they're just being silly and promoting their personal favorite brush (which is usually pretty horrible, by the way). And when somebody tells you that a +7 bonus for a continent with 4 territories and 2 borders is a little high, they don't know what they're talking about. Usually, they're lower ranked than you, so their opinions are invalid anyway.
You are always right, because it is always your map. The biggest misconception about the Foundry is that it is a process that is supposed to change your map. In fact, it is actually a testing ground for you, and only by extension your map. If you can refuse to change your map and instead defend it as staunchly as possible, and pester the Cartographers to stamp your map through the entire process, then your map is deemed playable, and is quenched. Your first draft, strange as it may seem, is perfect. The most prolific map makers fall under three categories: either they are very popular with the moderators, they are very good at being annoying, or are very gifted writers.
So, go forth, budding map maker! Heed my advice, and you will do well. Or, if you just want to look at the pretty pictures... well, I hope this clarifies things for you. Good luck, in any case.
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Recall Details
Manually adjusted front seats may not properly engage the locking pawl. In the event of a crash, the seat could move without warning, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will inspect the seat tracks and replace the seat assembly as necessary. This recall is scheduled to begin on May 27, 2008.
Our Quick Take
Manually adjusted front seats may not properly lock in the desired position, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
What Should You Do?
This should be considered a high priority recall. In the event of a crash, the front seats could move without warning. Please contact your Nissan dealer. They will check to see if your specific vehicle is affected and advise you on what to do next. Always have your vehicle identification number (VIN) handy when you call.


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Winter Break Activities: Klimt-Inspired Kids' Art Projects
During vacation in our house, the need for some kind of attention is felt strongly between nap time and dinner time. Playing in the snow has been explored, and playing with toys is at that point also (apparently) overrated. That's when I'm happy I have some tricks up my sleeve.
Since I have gathered a lot of ideas for different projects and activities, I figured I would break it down by theme. For this post, I have put together a few resources to inspire an art project based on Gustav Klimt's art.
• Red Ted Art also has a very thorough project plan, with lots of detail for how to bring up the subject to the kids and how to make a beautiful piece of art.
• Jujujems' art project based on the Tree of Life, using metallic gel markers, black scrapbook paper and oil pastels.
• Deep Space Sparkle has lessons that can be spread over a couple of sessions. Based on the portrait of Adele Bloch-Baeur, it offers kids a way to do collages with buttons and fabric.
• Art Project for Kids provides a quick read on how to bring another form of collage to the kids using magazine cut outs on black paper and gold metallic markers.
• Klimt And His Cat by Berenice Capatti is a very popular book, a view of the artist's life through his cat's eyes.
• Gustav Klimt: A Painted Fairy Tale, is another book I have found on Amazon which shows different art projects for kids based on the artist's work.
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse: New Car Review
Pros: Abundant passenger and cargo space; car-like handling; impressive fuel economy; pleasing ride; comfortable interior.
Cons: Less capable than a big SUV; too large for parking lot maneuvering; poor rear visibility.
What's New: Updated exterior and interior styling; front center airbag; standard Chevy MyLink; revised suspension.
Crossovers are gaining popularity thanks to comparable space, better fuel economy and a more car-like ride. Just freshened up for the new model year, the 2013 Chevrolet Traverse remains a large and capable 3-row crossover with lots of functionality and a more modern approach to family motoring.
The Chevy Traverse won't tow 8,000-plus lb and haul nine people around town like its Tahoe or Suburban counterparts, but most people don't need that kind of capability. This big crossover can cart up to eight passengers and pull a 5,000-lb trailer, which is more than enough for the average American household. Additionally, the Traverse offers car-like handling, a plush ride, good fuel economy, a nice roster of convenience features and a stylish presence. What more could a family want?
For 2013, the Traverse flaunts updated exterior styling for a sportier look and a revised interior treatment that's more upscale. Suspension tweaks further improve the ride and handling, and Chevy MyLink infotainment and a front center airbag are now available.
For those who don't need an off-road-capable SUV and can't see themselves driving a minivan, the Chevrolet Traverse crossover is a very viable choice in a sea of large family vehicles.
Comfort & Utility
The Traverse's updated interior is well designed and appealing to the eye. Fit and finish are good, and newly added soft-touch materials replace hard plastics that were griped about in the 2012 Traverse. Like the other gauges and controls, new illuminated climate controls exude a sophisticated look, and splashes of silver or optional wood-grain trim convey an upscale character.
Front seats are exceptionally comfortable, almost furniture-like. And the second row, defined by either a 3-person bench or a pair of captain's chairs, offers a SmartSlide feature, creating remarkable access to the Traverse's third-row seating. And that third row is considerably more accommodating than that of many large SUVs. It's wide enough to seat two adults comfortably, as long as they aren't too big or tall. For two children, the rear seat is ideal. In addition to its 7- or 8-passenger seating configurations, the Traverse is laden with clever storage compartments from front to back.
Cargo-wise, the Traverse offers more space and versatility than the big Tahoe SUV. Both second- and third-row seats split 60/40 and can be folded flat to create a cargo hold large enough to transport a sizable love seat. And when the third row is upright, there's still enough room behind it for a few pieces of luggage. That's better than what many large SUVs can offer.
The 2013 Traverse comes in four levels: LS, 1LT, 2LT and LTZ. Standard convenience features for the base LS include power mirrors, a manually adjustable tilt/telescoping steering wheel and a 6-speaker audio system with a color touchscreen. The midlevel LT adds wood-grain interior trim, an 8-way power driver's seat with lumbar support and remote start. Tri-zone climate control and a power liftgate are available on 1LT and standard on 2LT. The range-topping LTZ adds leather upholstery, heated/cooled seats and push-button start. Optional dual sunroofs are a recommended feature.
From a convenience standpoint, the Traverse is as well stocked as most large SUVs, and the cabin delivers a high level of comfort for family-style driving.
From the base Traverse to the top-trim LTZ, all models include standard Bluetooth and a backup camera. Chevy MyLink infotainment, navigation, parking sensors and a rear DVD entertainment system are all available.
Performance & Fuel Economy
The 2013 Traverse is available in front-wheel or all-wheel drive configurations. Maximum towing capacity is 5,200 lb, enough to pull a small boat.
The Traverse is powered by a 3.6-liter V6, producing 281 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque. This engine pairs with a 6-speed automatic transmission with tap-shift manual shift control. The uplevel LTZ gains seven extra horses and four extra lb-ft of torque thanks to its dual exhaust.
Estimated fuel economy is 17-mpg city/24-mpg highway with front-wheel drive and 16/23 mpg with all-wheel drive. Both setups yield a combined fuel economy of 19 mpg.
The Traverse's safety equipment encompasses six airbags, including head curtain airbags for all three rows. A front center airbag (designed to keep the driver and passengers from colliding with each other in a side impact) is optional, as are blind zone and rear cross traffic alert systems. The OnStar emergency telematics system is standard.
The Traverse is armed with ABS and stability control with rollover mitigation technology to help keep it planted during sudden changes in direction and high-speed maneuvers.
Driving Impressions
The 2013 Chevy Traverse enjoys car-like riding and handling thanks to its unibody construction. With a re-tuned suspension for the new model year, its road manners are significantly smoother and sharper than most large, truck-based SUVs. And in corners, it feels a good deal more stable. Body roll is minimal, and road grip is impressive. Drivers must still remain mindful of its sheer size, especially on tighter streets and in parking lot situations where maneuverability can be a challenge. But overall, the Traverse is very capable and comfortable for everyday driving.
The Traverse is not an off-road specialist. Those with all-terrain intentions should consider a more rugged, traditional SUV. But the Traverse is more than proficient in harsh conditions caused by snow, rain and mud. The LTZ's large 20-inch wheels are an additional asset in these circumstances.
In terms of power, the Traverse feels adequate in traffic. It's not particularly powerful, but it has the ability to accelerate with confidence when the need arises. In all other cases, power delivery is smooth, making for a quiet on-road experience with little drama. And that's what most drivers want in a family vehicle.
Other Cars to Consider
Ford Flex - The Flex offers better visibility, more expansive rear seating and a greater list of creature comforts and user technology. But the Traverse tops the Flex in handling.
Toyota Highlander - The Highlander is smaller than the Traverse, so it doesn't offer as much space for passengers and cargo. But it still comes standard with 3-row seating, and it's smaller size makes it easier to manage in tight spaces.
GMC Acadia - Since it's based on the same GM architecture as the Traverse, the Acadia is extremely similar on almost all fronts. The Acadia has a bit more truck flair, while the Traverse leans more in a family-centric direction. But these are primarily visual differences established by interior and exterior styling cues.
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The 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 2LT makes the most sense to us. It's well equipped without going overboard on amenities. Its 18-in wheels are the perfect match for its chassis; the LTZ's 20-inchers create a bit of a bouncy ride, especially for rear-seat passengers. We strongly suggest going with all-wheel drive to remain fully capable through all kinds of road conditions. Options such as dual sunroofs, navigation and rear-seat DVD are must-haves for families who take frequent road trips.


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Mt. Vernon High School graduate Brett Highley completing summer fellowship with Indiana Secretary of State
June 17, 2010
Opportunity offers current Purdue University senior chance to experience state government
(Indianapolis) – Indiana Secretary of State Todd Rokita is pleased to announce that Brett Highley
of Mt. Vernon is currently completing his office's 2010 Fellowship Program. The summer-long
program selects college and university students from around the state and allows them the
opportunity to experience state government first-hand through the Secretary of State's office.
"Brett has shown an extraordinary amount of dedication and innovation that I feel will help him to guide our state and country in future years," said Secretary Rokita. "He embodies the type of distinguished students we have here in Indiana, and I'm excited to have him be an integral part of our office for the summer."
Highley is currently pursuing a degree in Political Science and is a member of the Liberal Arts Student Council. In his free time he enjoys watching and playing sports.
Since beginning the fellowship, Highley has been working with Secretary Rokita's Dealer Services Division learning about their policies, procedures and services for dealerships and constituents.
Through the remainder of the fellowship, Highley will rotate among all four division of the Secretary of State and have the opportunity to meet with other elected officials.
What attracts Highley most to working in state government is the sense of accountability state officials and employees hold to their constituents.
"There is a sense that even the most routine and facile enterprises may affect the lives of individuals directly, which is a great privilege that motivates one to operate as efficiently as possible," said Highley.
A 2007 graduate of Mt. Vernon High School, Highley is the son of Jerry and Susie Highley. He will graduate from Purdue University in May of 2011 and plans to attend either graduate or law school.
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Steel tower for bees designed by UB students wins award
A steel tower that University at Buffalo students designed and built to house a colony of bees in Silo City's Elevator B won the Azure 2013 AZ Award for Design Excellence in the category of "Best Student Work."
The bee project tower was one of 14 winners named by the design magazine among the 677 entrees from 38 countries.
The student project also was the Jury Award winner in the Student Design/Build Project category of the Architizer A+ awards and was locally recognized with the Buffalo Architecture Foundation's 2012 Pro Bono Publico Award in Design Excellence.
Erected last year, the 22-foot tower is sheathed in perforated stainless steel panels with a hexagonal "bee cab" to protect the bees.
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Hell is Real: But I Hate to Admit It
Format: Paperback
Vendor: David C. Cook
Publication Date: September 22, 2011
Number of Pages: 272
Weight: 0.62 lb
Dimensions: 8.248 × 5.5 (inches)
Jones believes that the reason most Christians don't tell their friends about Jesus has nothing to do with not knowing how--it's because they don't think they need to. As Jones writes, the first four years he was a pastor, he didn't believe in hell himself. Today, he shares his story of discovering the truth that hell exists--and why many Christians are afraid to believe in it. Hell is Real motivates Christians who have grown complacent in their view of hell. Drawing on the teachings of Jesus, Jones leads readers into a head-on collision with apocalyptic urgency--the all-consuming, inspiring conviction that will overcome readers when they realize that hell is real and they can help save people from going there.


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After rebounding financially at the end of 2012, the Flat Rock Playhouse has "turned a corner," its new managing director said Tuesday.
After rebounding financially at the end of 2012, the Flat Rock Playhouse has "turned a corner," its new managing director said Tuesday.
The 60-year-old nonprofit theater ended 2012 with an operating surplus of $64,800, said Hillary Hart, who began her new role April 2. The theater was able to end the year in the black largely due to $1.48 million in contributions that boosted the theater's bottom line.
Those "contributed revenues" included $100,000 checks from the village of Flat Rock, Henderson County and the city of Hendersonville, as well as $100,000 donations from both an anonymous philanthropist and N.C. Rep. Chuck McGrady and his wife, Jean.
The theater also made $2.69 million in earned revenues last year from ticket sales, season subscriptions, concession sales and program ads, for a total revenue stream of $4.38 million. Total operating expenses were $4.31 million, theater leaders said.
"We're actually in fine shape," said Hart. "In terms of our business model, our operating model and the dedication of our staff and board, this institution has turned a corner. We're not out of the woods, but there is light at the end of the tunnel, and it's not a train."
Last fall, it appeared that the state theater of North Carolina was headed for a train wreck. Leaders announced they needed to raise $250,000 just to finish the year, and closer to $1 million to stabilize their finances long-term.
Since then, the Playhouse has raised more than $500,000 in contributions and leaders say all signs point toward a healthier fiscal picture in 2013. Its "Odd Couple" season opener has so far exceeded sales projections by $40,000, Hart said, while "our 2013 subscriptions are less than 10 percent from goal and we're only three months in."
Nonetheless, leaders said the theater is still carrying roughly $2.6 million in "accumulated liabilities," including debt incurred while constructing a YouTheatre building in 2008.
Hart, who left the Dallas Theater Center to move to Flat Rock, has committed to diversifying the theater's revenue stream so it's not as dependent on ticket sales and other "earned" income, which until recently made up the bulk of the Playhouse's revenue.
"It's going to take more than ticket sales and private contributions to keep us afloat, and that's not abnormal," she said.
Among funding sources she'll look to tap include corporate donations, foundation grants and governmental aid, which includes local, state and federal sources. She estimated at least 8 percent of the theater's funding should come from public sources, which she said is on par with other theaters of the Playhouse's size nationwide. The theater expects to see revenues of about $4.1 million in 2013.
McGrady, who sits on the theater's board of trustees, introduced a bill in the N.C. House this month that would finally put to rest a long-standing controversy over one source of public funding for the Playhouse. The bill eliminates language allowing commissioners to funnel 1 percent of the county's occupancy tax toward the Playhouse.
Last summer, that proposal set off a firestorm from tea party members and some lodging owners, who feared higher room taxes would drive visitors to other counties.
In February, the Playhouse's board asked commissioners to drop consideration of the proposed room tax hike, instead favoring a Tourism and Development Authority ticket program. Using $25,000 from room tax proceeds, the TDA bought 781 tickets to major Playhouse shows, which will be provided to local accommodations to lure visitors to stay at least two nights.
So far, Hart said 29 accommodations have signed up for the pilot promotion. The Playhouse is also actively pursuing group sales, working with the American Bus Association to bring in larger tour groups for shows.
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Nov. 20, 2007
MILTON, Mass. - Junior Jimmy Bartolotta poured in a career-high 38 points and tied a career-high with eight assists to lead MIT to a 101-77 victory at Curry College in the first meeting between the two schools in nine years. The Engineers were happy to accommodate the Colonels' fast-paced attack which resulted in numerous points in transition as MIT enjoyed its most explosive offensive effort since 2002.
Both teams began the game hot from the floor while Curry (2-1) grabbed an 18-16 lead six minutes into the action behind a three by James Bartelle. Bartolotta responded with five consecutive points to push MIT (2-1) in front for the rest of the night, but it wasn't until late in the opening half that the Engineers began to find their groove. Paced by a break-out effort by junior forward Alex Bagley, MIT closed the half with a 15-4 run and took a 45-32 lead into the locker room at halftime.
Curry standout Tim Jones scored the first basket of the second half to slice the MIT lead to 11, but it would be as close as Curry would get as the Engineers exploded for a 20-6 run to put the game out of reach midway through the second half.
"I thought we played really well," noted point guard Bradley Gampel. "Our passing was the best it's been this season and the team played with a lot of composure against a very athletic Curry squad."
MIT grabbed its largest lead of the evening with just under three minutes left in regulation, moving in front 100-70 as Bartolotta capped an impressive night with a pair of makes at the free-throw line.
Bartolotta finished a staggering 16-of-21 from the field while adding five rebounds and three steals in another well-rounded effort. His 38-point performance marked the highest single-game total for an MIT player since Ray Nagem scored 39 during the 1980 season.
Bagley paced MIT's best output from the bench this season, scoring 13 points and hauling in six boards. Hamidou Soumare and Billy Johnson also reached double figures for the Cardinal and Gray. Dou scored 11 points but failed to gain a third consecutive double-double as he closed the game with seven rebounds, while Johnson chipped in 10 points for the Engineers' attack.


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Skip to comments.Bloomberg gun group website registered on NYC government servers(CBS News)
Posted on 06/23/2013 10:50:31 AM PDT by marktwain
The website for Mayors Against Illegal Guns, a group formed by New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg to push stronger gun safety laws, is registered to NYC government servers and administered by NYC government staffers, according to Politico, raising questions about whether Bloomberg has blurred the line between his dual roles as mayor and advocate.
The domain names for the gun group - mayorsagainstillegalguns.com and mayorsagainstillegalguns.org - are both registered under the New York City Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications, which was first reported by Ace of Spades blogger John Ekdahl.
Bloomberg has poured millions of dollars into an "action fund" associated with the group, lobbying members of Congress and the public to support stricter gun control laws. Critics have questioned why a website associated with a group that spends millions of dollars of private money on political causes is being managed by the city government.
Bloomberg's aides forcefully defended the arrangement, batting down questions of impropriety by pointing out the distinction between Mayors Against Illegal Guns, which is the coalition of mayors, and the group's "action fund," which is the vehicle for political spending.
The activities of the mayors' group "are in the interest of keeping New York City safe," John McCarthy, a spokesman for Bloomberg, told Politico. "He is acting in his capacity as mayor of New York City."
Critics have raised the possibility that taxpayer resources are being devoted to the mayor's non-profit advocacy, and some say Bloomberg could have avoided any confusion by simply demarcating the group's web presence more clearly from the city government.
""While the campaign activities may be supported and coordinated by the mayor's office, given that it's an independent nonprofit it is always cleaner to have a separation of operation like having a stand-alone website," Dick Dadey, a city government watchdog
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NYC government infrastructure exists to serve Nanny Bloomberg just like the federal apparatus is being used to promote Prez Obama. It's really unfortunate that governments now serve the man rather than the office.
I'd like to know where Bloomy got the money to pay for his little charade a MONTH after the Tucson shooting when he sent undercovers in an AZ gun show to buy guns? New York taxpayer money?
Isn't that misuse of NYC funds? Can't this {expletive} get jail time or something?
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The Able rank builds upon the Ordinary rank and is the final step before the Quartermaster Award.
Requiring extraordinary leadership both on and off the water, the Able rank is awarded for great skills.
Able rank requirements
Duty to God
Vessel Maintenance
Specialty Proficiency
Ornamental Ropework
Maritime Tradition
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See also
Venturing basic advancement
External links
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LiannaMarie necesitaba un nuevo diseño de página web y lanzó un concurso de diseño en 99designs.
Un ganador ha sido elegido entre 101 diseños de 20 diseñadores freelance.
This is a quick and easy design project - I'm looking for a simple, clean website and you only need to design a one page template.
I appreciate your time and design efforts so PAY IS GUARANTEED and feedback will be provided daily.
Thanks very much in advance for your submissions and time!
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This is a simple and easy project because I only need a one page template (with html) and I already have a design you can base your ideas on.
Basically I want the layout of the site to look very similar to this site (simple, clean (white background) and professional, but still friendly):
I would like the following design changes:
1) At the top to have my name, Lianna Marie, in some type of green color (I think I like emeral green) and a different font, maybe something that looks hand-written, though I'm open to whatever font you think would look good.
Also, I don't need the sign up box that's at the top right hand side beside the author's name. I would like to have a rotating "quote of the day" there instead.
2) The navigation bar will most likely have the following links: Home, The Author, The Athlete, The Adventurer, Blog and Contact Lianna
Design and color of the navigation is up to you as long as the overall layout is similar to the sample site. I also like the idea of having a drop down menu for some of the links. I really like green and blue clours, and water and/or celtic themes.
3) At the left hand side of the sample site there is a faded image that sort of looks like stained glass. Rather than stained glass I would like a Celtic type image (I have an Irish background). Just something in green, running from the top of the page to the bottom, Perhaps a celtic knot design? Or a border that looks like that? Here's an example of the type of border I like (2nd one from the bottom):
For this project you only need to design one page because I will be using that one page as a template and will just be changing the content in the main central part of the page for each subpage.
4) I would also like to have my picture on the left hand side of the main page, as in the example website. Here's the picture I would like there:
I really like the sample site and would like to keep the design similar to that one. Having said that, I am also open to something different, so feel free to use the sample as a starting point and be a little more creative.
If you have any questions at, please don't hesitate to ask, either in comments or via a private message here. I'll be checking in and giving feedback daily.
Thanks so much and I really look forward to seeing your design submission!
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"Hyundai have certainly done something right with this new addition to the i30 family. The stunning looks combined with its sporty yet comfortable drive make this car the envy of all your friends and neighbours. This top of the range demonstrator comes with a sunroof, full leather seats, satellite navigation, front and rear sensors as well as a parking camera. Warranty until 30/05/2023."
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With this i30 Fastback, Hyundai has taken the 'five-door coupe' design concept championed by executive models like Audi's A5 Sportback and BMW's 4 Series Gran Coupe and brought it within the reach of family customers. Aside from the sleeker styling, the car shares all the attributes of the third generation i30 Focus-sized family hatch - which is no bad thing.
Take a look at this car. Now imagine it without the badges. Be honest, would you really guess at it being a Hyundai? Thought not. The i30 Fastback has the look and feel of a German premium brand model, yet it can be yours for not much more than you'd pay for an ordinary Focus-sized i30 hatch. Sounds tempting doesn't it? Hyundai says the introduction of this variant underlines its brand policy in 'making premium design accessible to everyone'. It's likely to be another step in the company's march towards full automotive credibility.
Engine-wise, i30 Fastback customers get their pick of the better powerplants from the standard petrol range. That means a choice between two T-GDI units, a 120PS 1.0-litre variant and a 140PS 1.4-litre version. Both come mated to 6-speed manual transmission, but if you go for the 1.4, you'll also be offered a 7-speed dual clutch auto transmission option. Go for the auto petrol variant and the car will offer you two drive modes: 'normal' and 'sport'. In 'sport' mode, you get a different shift pattern that holds gears longer before shifting, plus the steering provides a sporty feel and the throttle response is adapted. In the 1.0-litre model, 62mph from rest takes 11.5s en route to 117mph. The 1.4-litre variant improves those figures to 9.2s and 129mph. Our experience with the standard i30 hatch suggests that ride quality will be one of this Fastback model's strongest suits. That's down to sophisticated multi-link rear suspension helped by a rigid body fashioned from High Strength Steel. Refinement should also be exemplary, thanks to things like anti-vibration engine mounts, hollow driveshafts, smoothly-profiled door handles and double-layered door seals. Hyundai says it's put lots of work into ride and handling too, developing this car in Europe at venues like the famous Nurburgring Nordschliefe.
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The introduction of new engine technology has kept Hyundai right on the pace of the class best when it comes to efficiency and carbon dioxide emissions. The brand says that the 1.0 T-GDI petrol model will return a combined cycle figure of 54.3mpg and a CO2 return of 120g/km. For the 1.4 T-GDi manual, the figures are 49.6mpg and 134g/km, while for the 1.4 T-GDi auto, you're looking at 50.4mpg and 129g/km. What else might you need to know? As ever with Hyundai, a strong buying incentive is the five year unlimited mileage warranty that comes as standard. It's backed up by breakdown cover that last the same length of time and free annual vehicle health checks over this duration. True, rival brand Kia claims to better this package by offering a similar seven year deal, but there, you're limited to 100,000 miles. As for servicing, well your i30 will need a garage visit once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes sooner. If you want to budget ahead for routine maintenance, there are various 'Hyundai Sense' packages that offer fixed-price servicing over two, three or five-year periods. You can pay for your plan monthly and add MoTs into the three or five year plans for an extra fee.
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A young bobcat is being released back into the wild after being hit by a car in San Jose last fall.
On Tuesday evening, the Wildlife Center of Silicon Valley will set free the juvenile feline following a breakthrough surgery that saved the animal's life.
In November, the bobcat was taken to Feline Specialist Dr. Rachel Boltz at Adobe Animal Hospital in Los Altos after being struck by a car in southeast San Jose. A metal plate was placed in the animal's damaged thigh to stabilize the two fractures it endured, an unusual procedure for wild animals.
"This is the most extensive work we have done on a bobcat," said Janet Alexander, director of operations at Wildlife Center Silicon Valley, where the feline stayed during her rehabilitation. "This procedure is typically not done on wild animals that are going to be released."
The bobcat was between 6 to 9 months old when the accident occurred. That is typically the age that wild felines separate from their mothers and branch out on their own.
The bobcat was likely following the trail of food or water when she entered a high traffic area, according to WCSV staff.
The animal was picked up by the California Department of Fish & Wildlife shortly after the accident.
"Without the assistance of CDFW, Dr. Boltz and Adobe Animal Clinic, and the dedicated animal care staff at WCSV, this animal would not have had the chance to be rehabilitated," said Ashley Kinney, the rehabilitation supervisor at WCSV.
The WCSV has no way of tracking the bobcat once it is released, but they believe the wild animal will succeed in its natural habitat.
"It's not every day that we get to witness the release of a predatory mammal such as this bobcat," Alexander said. "We really hope this cat will continue to thrive in her release environment and successfully live out her life where she belongs—in the wild."
The WCSV will release the animal in a remote area of Joseph D. Grant County Park near Blue Oak Ranch Reserve in San Jose at 5:30pm.


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Translated from Hebrew to English by Ron Schkolnick.
First Published in 1992 by Yaron Golan Publishing House, Tel Aviv.
For the members of my family; for all the families whose young men did not have the privilege of coming home from Israel's wars; for all the parents, who hold the greatest treasure of all -- their sons; and of course, for the sons themselves; and for all those people for whom human life is the ultimate value.
Survival is Not Enough contains a small selection from amongst the thousands of pages I've written since that awful day, June 6, 1982, the day my son, Yaron, was killed at the Beaufort Castle on the first day of the Lebanon War.
Today, ten years later, I am convinced that two of the factors which have enabled me to carry on have been the writing of a diary and the dreams I've had in which I've held an ongoing monologue with myself; another factor has been the large volume of correspondence through which I have maintained a dialogue with the human environment in which I live. Actually, though, it was the responses and reactions to my letters which convinced me that survival is not enough. I realized that my words had an impact, and that if I want to live in a nation where it is considered good to live and not to die [a reference to the dying words attributed to early Zionist Yosef Trumpeldor, killed in a skirmish with local Arabs: "It is a good thing to die for our country"], then I have to do all that I can to make sure the Lebanon War will not be forgotten, a war that should never have been waged and which caused such grief, such great suffering.
This year will mark 46 years since my illegal immigration into Palestine from the United States. After my immigration, my kibbutz was established, the fourth North American kibbutz of the Hashomer Hatzair Zionist youth movement. In spite of the Second World War which reached its conclusion with the dropping of the atomic bomb at Hiroshima and the dreadful Holocaust, we believed that each one of us had the duty, the power, the right and the ability to change the world and alter Jewish existence, and to create here in Israel a proper homeland for the Jewish people. And on June 6, 1982, my son, Yaron, was killed at the Beaufort Castle...
From the depths of my despair, I am sending out a slender life-line so that I may be pulled to safety, but also so as to proclaim that I am still alive, fighting for my life, my values and my conscience, hoping that I can hold out and keep my head above water until the day arrives when, thanks in part to my words and deeds, I may come back up on land and show my face.
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This home owned by Swedish born designer and blogger, Monika of A Splendid Willow, has all of the modern masculine touches that I love about Scandinavian design. Plenty of contrast in the form of black and white mixed with wood accents help to lend the house some warmth to keep it from feeling harsh or austere.
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Cano leaves Boras for Jay-Z
New York Yankees second baseman Robinson Cano, set to become a free agent at the conclusion of the 2013 season, has changed agents.
Cano has left Scott Boras and signed with Roc Nation Sports, founded by music artist and Nets part-owner Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter. Roc Nation Sports has partnered with CAA Sports, a division of Creative Artists Agency (CAA), a leading entertainment and sports agency.
"At this point in my career, I am ready to take a more active role in my endeavors both on and off the field," said Cano in a statement released through his new agency. "I am confident that the pairing of Roc Nation Sports and CAA Sports will be essential in helping me accomplish my short- and long- term goals. I am making this important decision now so I can keep my focus on helping the Yankees succeed in 2013, while minimizing any distractions for me and my teammates."
The Yankees have reportedly been trying to work out a new contract with Cano before he hits the open market in November.