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Why did you decide to participate in Walk MS?
I was diagnosed with MS a little more than two years ago.
What's your favorite thing about Walk MS?
My favorite thing about Walk MS is that it allows me to feel like I am actually doing something. There is so much about this disease that we can't predict or control; it's nice to feel a sense of purpose. It also puts so many great human qualities on display; love, teamwork, empathy and joy. It's kind of like magic.
How many years have you participated in the event?
Last year was my first year participating in Walk MS. It was actually my little sister Kim's idea. Initially, it was just going to be something for us to do together along with my older sister Leah. I decided to invite people to join us on Facebook, and the response that we received was unbelievable. We ended up with about 70 people walking with us and raised almost $12,000!
What are a few things you wish people understood about multiple sclerosis?
Some of the things that I wish people understood about MS is that it is different for each and every person. One person's symptoms and disease progression can be totally different from another person's, even if there are other common factors. Also, what works for one person, may not work for another. I get a lot of people telling me things like: "I read this article about a guy who ate nothing but spinach and quail eggs, and he never had another symptom!" Although I truly appreciate the fact that people care enough to take the time to listen to, and pass along information, it can be a bit overwhelming.
I also wish that people understood the impact that they can really make. I don't think people really believe that their time and donation can make that much of a difference.
What's the most important, meaningful or memorable connection you have made since being diagnosed with MS or having someone close to you diagnosed?
I think that one of the most important connections that I have made since being diagnosed is one that I made just recently while at the annual Sylvies awards in Minnesota. I met one of the speakers, Ronda Giangreco. She wrote "The Gathering Table," which I was drawn to, because cooking is one of my forms of therapy. In reading her book, I found so many parallels in our lives, and it came to me at a time when I really needed it, which brings me to one of the reasons I will be a fabulous Walk MS Ambassador!
Also, I just returned home, a few days ago, from a six-day hospital stay due to a bad flare up. It was the worst one I have had, and upon arriving at the hospital, I was unable to walk. I am in the process of gaining strength back, and it gives me a ton of motivation to get the word out and do whatever I can to help the cause. A week in the hospital with snoring roommates and medicines that seem to cause just as many problems as they solve is enough to light a fire in anyone!
What makes your MS story unique?
I think all of our stories are unique, although there are common threads that tie us all together. I had horrible experience after horrible experience in every aspect of my initial healthcare regarding my diagnosis, which has given me some perspective on how much work needs to be done in education. I am lucky in that I have a ton of amazing people around me, who are so willing to go to bat for a cause that they knew very little about prior to me flooding Facebook pages with information. I hope that isn't unique; I hope that most people have similar support systems.
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Drawing on Experience in Italy
Every summer in July, long-time Illustration faculty member Fred Lynch 86 IL – winner of RISD's 2013 Frazier Award for Excellence in Teaching – travels to Viterbo, Italy to draw and teach.
A new drawing of a Viterbo street scene by Fred Lynch 86 IL
As part of the Study Abroad Program at Montserrat College of Art, where he's also a professor, Lynch teaches a course called Journalistic Drawing. The class is popular with both RISD and Montserrat students eager to focus on the art of visual recording and reporting on site – 60 miles north of Rome.
from the sketchbook Janny Wangyingzhi 15 IL kept in Italy this summer
This summer nine RISD students participated, creating work in their own unique styles. "Drawing on site is an experience as well as an art," Lynch says. "It's extra-sensory. As we sit and draw for hours on the streets of Italy, we absorb far more than the passing tourist might."
"We soak up every inch of the scene," Lynch explains, "along with its sounds, smells and local characters. Translating that rich experience through our drawings is our goal. We hope to share impressions as well as appearances."
one of the sketches Karen Sung 13 IL created in Italy
Before traveling back to the US, Lynch spoke about his pedagogy and showed examples of his students' work in a lecture entitled Had to be There: Drawing on Experience at the Urban Sketchers Symposium in Barcelona. You can see some of his own work on his drawing blog.
a spread from a Viterbo sketchbook kept by Bonnie Cohen 15 IL
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If American's are disappointed with the actions of their government why are we so politically apathetic?
The U.S. is arguably the one of the most free nations in the world yet only about half of the U.S. votes. This is a curious statistic to one who considers that the civic processes of the U.S. are supposed to be contingent "for the people, by the people." We have the power to affect positive change... so why don't we? We elect our Congressional representation and we are adequately able to monitor their votes. We are able to assemble and speak freely our mind concerning policy. So why so much stagnation on Capitol Hill? And why blame anyone but ourselves?
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M@ DunlapJan 3 2012: I'll give you one reason of many that I am apathetic. In any election at any level what could I, or any voter, have done to prevent SOPA, PIP, or (going back further) the PATRIOT act? Vote for the candidate that wasn't going to follow the lobbying? Which one is that?
Here's another. Let's assume that during the last presidential election I had hope for a better future and was certain that the Republican candidate would be just as lousy as his predecessor. At that time should I have voted for the man pictured here http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisfree/cifamerica/2012/jan/02/ndaa-historic-assault-american-liberty ?
I guess what I'm saying is that I don't see a third option, when it comes to politics I feel like I can choose either apathy or rage, so I take the dramatically healthier option.
Jan 3 2012: To be frank, its exactly that kind of attitude that has created the atmosphere of lacking control on the part of the constituency. The availability of societal means by which free thinking citizens may participate is seemingly endless. In short, simply saying you can't does nothing to answer the question posed. I understand your point and maybe this is a Utopian thought but if enough people thought they could and endeavored to do just that, its not outside of the realm of possibility that there would be a sense of transparency, accountability, and a sense that we're no longer picking the lesser of two evils but are picking a true people's candidate.
Jan 3 2012: That's true, I didn't directly address the question posed, I merely alluded to it, so let me be clear. I'm apathetic because we're in a representative-based system where 100% of the people on the ballot are lying about one thing or another, but they're doing it so well that I the voter cannot tell which parts are lies. In short, I can't rely on my own ability to evaluate candidates a priori, so how can I responsibly vote?
Jan 3 2012: My football coach in high school used to have this saying. "The proof is in the pudding." Somewhat elementary but stay with me a sec. Politicians are famous for a lot of talk about the issues. The unique thing about reality is that there are results for our actions and the same is true for them. Legislation has consequence and absolutely reflects any divergence any given elected official would have from his initial platform that he was elected based upon. Let me introduce you to a site I found that can show you exactly what I'm talking about. Opencongress.com- Have a look. A lot of the material you mentioned in the former post is available along with roll call votes for every representative in both the House and the Senate. My contention is simply. If we do what we have always done we'll get what we have always got. If we strive for excellence and integrity and accountability and transparency now our children wont be having the same discussion one day. If we don't hold them accountable who will?
Zdenek Smith 100+Jan 3 2012: There is someting you can do - contact your representatives and politicians that you voted for and express your approval or disapproval with how they voted.
Also ask politicians to enact a law that minimizes influence of lobbies.
If more people put pressure on politicians and politicians will know that people do care they will be more careful trying to please only lobbiests?
Jan 6 2012: Done, that was a much much better talk than I was expecting given the context of the recommendation, thanks for sharing it! The one thing I would add to what Meslin was saying is what I was saying above about having no faith in my ability to evaluate candidates, I think that's another huge barrier.
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I am a passionate advocate for young people, particularly girls and young women, and want to help provide a voice to speak their concerns to the Council. Skelton, Rawcliffe and Clifton Without has a population with the highest proportion of 0-9 year olds and second highest proportion of households with dependant children of all ages. Issues affecting children and young people are not just my personal priority but that of the many parents and carers living in the ward.
The cuts imposed by the Lib Dems and Conservatives in central government are already having a devastating impact on our community. We need to ensure that we maintain the highest level of services possible and do more to help those hardest hit by our current economic situation.
In York the Lib Dem and Conservatives are in coalition on the Council proposing yet more cuts to valuable services - enough is enough! We need to stand up and send a message that we want strong public services and Council representatives who listen to what their residents want. The only way to get rid of the Lib Dems and Conservatives is to vote Labour - and I want to be a part of delivering that change for local people.
One of the reasons I believe in the Labour Party is because I have seen over many years Labour politicians and activists who are totally dedicated to investing in young people, elderly people and everyone in between. The proposed cuts from the Lib Dems/Conservatives would be devastating for York.
I support the work of organisations such as Fairtrade and am a passionate recycler and advocate for sustainability and environmental protection. I am involved in the work of the churches in York and am a member of the congregations of St Paul's church in Holgate and St Helen's in the city centre, which now provides a base for the ministry of the York Chinese Church. I speak fluent Chinese and, through my involvement at St Helen's, have links with the Chinese community in York.
I am passionate about equality, solidarity and protecting the most vulnerable in our society. We need to work towards lessening the effects of public service cutbacks - shifting the Council's priorities back to those in our community who need our help the most.
Don't give in to the coalition cuts. York residents deserve better.
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My daughter came from another Charter School. We LOVE Star. The teachers are amazing, loving and committed. Both Mrs. Hagin (the Principal) and Mr. Barnett (the Asst. Principal) are dedicated to the school the represent and the students. They are both outside during drop-off and pick-up supervising the students they care so much about. You can actually tell by the way they "protect" the children crossing the parking lot that the children are their priority. The teachers are just as wonderful as the administrative staff. I honestly can't say one bad thing about the school, the principals or the staff. Highly recommend. Students are encouraged to go above and beyond. WONDERFUL!!
There are some great advantages being at Star - small class sizes, K-12th grade curriculum, very involved parents, and a few amazing teachers. It's a great school for parents who can put forth the amount of time needed to help their student(s) with homework, etc because that is the only way for a child to be successful at this school. However, the atmosphere is less than desirable. The many involved parents are entitled and demanding and, among the teachers, there are very few who go above and beyond what they consider their "duties" to students (in other words not many "invested" teachers), especially among the much younger grade levels. It's a disconnected feeling you notice when you are there but a place great for that homeschooling family looking for a little more. Just don't expect to be "wow"ed - other than with the new school building.
My daughters have been attending Star Charter School for 4 years. We love Mr. Simon and Mrs. Richardson. They have been very instrumental in my girls learning. I hope to see my kids graduate from SCS in the future. I hope they NEVER open up the class sizes, because that is where things will change.
I am a new parent that just enrolled my child in star (he was previously homeschooled). I found that I really enjoyed the feel and friendliness of the campus when we visited. You don't feel the need to dress your child in expensive clothes in order to fit in. The school is exemplary, but my son has been far ahead academically so we do supplement at home. So far it has been an enjoyable experience and we love the afternoon session.
We have been highly disappointed in this school so far this year. We will not be sending our son here next year. I am not even sure if we will continue until the end of this year.
Star is great for challenging yourself. If you know you need harder classes, or just want to try to better your education then Star is the place for you.
Star is an educational gem, which allows teachers to teach the students instead of just drilling them with TAKS test items. The faculty is happy, which is a great sign of 'strong bones'. The administration, captained by a wonderful Texas dynamo, has injected integrity and professionalism into a wonderful learning community that lacked strong leadership in the past. The campus, which will soon be moving to a new building, promotes a small, close-knit community of learners. The students are respectful and hard-working. Teachers are kind, supportive, and determined to see their students succeed. The only downside is that the current campus is 'less than desirable'. However, the principal demands a secure setting for the students, leaving me confident that my children are in good hands. A brand-new school building is in the works and should open by next fall. Star's TEA 'Exemplary' rating speaks for itself.
I have mixed emotions on Star. My child has been going there for many years, I'm concerned about some of the highschool teachers. Mrs. Hall is new, and my daughter loved her, she did a great job teaching algebra. My child did very well on the TAKS test thanks to her help and wonderful teaching skills! Dr. Domel is another good teacher who has been a big blessing to us! I'm concerned about some of the other teachers temperments. I don't know if I'm going to leave my child in this year or not. We'll just have to see!
When it's only a few weeks to summer break and the kids start complaining that they don't want school to end, you know you have them at the right place! The principal is serious about keeping Star shining bright. The teachers are upbeat and inspiring. The student body consists of the best groups of kids I've ever seen. And, the new school building is due to open in October. I couldn't be more pleased!!!
This school has been such a blessing to our family. Our son, while getting burned out in a public school, now embraces learning. The educators are top-notch. The Principal is professional and taking the school to a higher level. I find some of the negative views interesting....example-the classrooms are capped at 15 kids per class. That can not change when we move to a new building. It's part of our charter!
My husband and I could not be happier with the school, the teachers, the administration, or the excellent education our boys are receiving. Our kids have been there for 4 years and they are learning and loving it. The teachers all care about their students, current and past, and are always willing to help them. The change in administration has been wonderful. Changes have been made that were necessary, and sometimes it takes stepping back and looking at the whole picture to fullu understand and appreciate why the changes were made. The new school is a wonderful facility that can provide more opportunities for students as well as for parents who may wish to volunteer. The larger school does not change the teacher/student ratio, there will still only be a maximum of fifteen students per class. Star has been a blessing to our family.
The new leadership is providing what Star Charter has needed for years...Leadership. There have been parents and faculty that have fallen under the false assumption that they are at a private school that they run. In many cases in recent years that has been sadly true. That chaff is being blown to wind. The new building will be a blessing and a magnet to draw students and educators to this excellent program.
The school's principal is not providing the leadership that is needed. Teachers are ruling the school. Some teaches are good, but others do whatever they want and are not good role models for the students. The principal is not responsive to parents's concerns.
Very disappointed in this school. The principal could care less about the safety of the children. There are a few great teachers and a few terrible teachers. I would rather homeschool my kids then have them attend this school. It's dirty and nothing what I expected.
Star is going down hill fast. The new principal is changing the schools mission. Also they are planning to open into a new, much larger building and start taking in a lot more students next year. This is going to be our last year at this school.
Star is an outstanding school with staff and teachers that care about the children. The new principal has come under a lot of fire because she has made decisions that have been needed for a long time. For example, parents expressed safety as a #1 priority and then some were hostile towards the administration when new safety practices were put into place because it forced them to make an effort to socialize with their friends. Star is a high achieving academic school that is designed to prepare their students for a successful future. As Star grows, it will change, but one thing will always remain the same - high standards will be taught to and held with the utmost regard!
My experience has been that the new principal is nice until you go to her with issues or concerns, and she seemingly does not do what is in the best interest of the students or families. I no longer believe my children are safe at Star Charter.
Dr. Rue Domel is a shining example of what a great educator should be. Her experience as a classroom educator, administrator, parent, and student must be the reason she is able to reach and teach every student who crosses her path. Every student - regardless of academic ability - every student. My daughter and son have her personal cellular phone number so that they can phone her anytime they encounter difficulties in math or science. My daughter phoned her just last night. They spend 30 minutes on the phone -geometry!! Would your daughter's teacher do that? She sets and expects a high level of achievement for her students and herself. Incredible woman.
I was one the original 5 students that started this school in 1995 when I was in fifth grade. I graduated from here in May of 2004 and I can honestly say that if it had not been for this school, I probably never would have made the honor roll my senior year. Students are treated with respect and given every opportunity to excel in whatever they set their minds to. Dr. Domel was ready and willing to help you with any problems, whether you were in her classes or not. Ms Green (now Mrs. Bennet) was always finding new ways to engage students and make sure that we were responsible. Ms. Hamid (now Mrs. Greenwell) was an inspiring teacher somehow finding ways to make the most boring subjects interesting. Mr. Barnetts passion for math made class easy, even for the math challenged like me.
Mixed bag with teachers this year - one of my students has a great teacher and the other one has a poor teacher. Small class size is nice.
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Vivlamore reporting from Lake Buena Vista where the Braves play the Mets this afternoon.
There was so much to report from the Chipper Jones' retirement (following the 2012 season) yesterday that I couldn't possibly get to all of it. I thought I would share a couple of quotes I just couldn't fit in.
On moving on: "I've been in professional baseball for 23 years. That's a long time to do anything. I feel now that it's time to do something else. I've got four reasons right here. I've got four little boys who've had a part-time father for a long time. They have sacrificed a lot and I think it's about time I start paying them back."
On his start: "The Braves organization has been great to me. It started with general manger Bobby Cox, who drafted my No. 1 overall in 1990, two days after I graduated high school. You are talking about an 18 year-old kid who didn't know much about life but Bobby took a flyer on me and I've said many times I've spent the last 23 years trying every day to make him proud and make him not have to answer questions about why he took some young punk from central Florida with the No. 1 pick."
On reflections of his career: "Now that I've made the decision I think it will start flooding back. All the highlights and the great plays and the home runs they kind of run together but the one thing I'm going to miss is the camaraderie with the guys in the clubhouse. … I think over the next six months it will all come flooding back to me, slowly but surely."
On whether he was ever close to leaving the Braves: "Never, ever. I was never a free agent. I was never close to being a free agent. Whenever free agency was just about to come up on the horizon, we sat down and got something hammered out."
On informing his teammates of his decision: "I told me teammate a week or 10 days ago that this was going to be it. I looked into each and everyone of their eyes and said please allow me to get my ducks in a row, allow me to be able to thank the people I need to thank. They respected my wishes. That was the ultimate sign of respect."
I talked to Brian McCann this morning on playing with Jones. "I can honestly say that I wouldn't be in the position I'm in today, if I hadn't had a chance to play with him," the catcher said. "Get a chance to see baseball through his eyes and see the way he sets up pitchers and the way he thinks. He is the smartest baseball guy I've ever been around. I feel very lucky to have been able to pick his brain about a lot of things.
"This guy is on a whole other level when it comes to intelligence on a baseball field. He gets the game. He understands swings. He understands everything. That is why he is a first-ballot Hall of Famer. Not only can he play, but he has the mental side of the game to dominate."
Shortstop battle
Manager Fredi Gonzalez said following yesterday's game against the Mets that the battle for the starting shortstop position will go down to the wire – and maybe beyond.
"We are going to let it play out almost to the end," said Gonzalez, who will continue to rotate Andrelton Simmons and Tyler Pastornicky at the position. "Every time Pastornicky shows up something, it's a plus. Same thing with Simmons, when he does something good it's a plus. It's an interesting thing. It's one of those situations whoever we may take [north] may not be the guy you end up with anyway. It's a long season. We could go with Pastornicky and in another month Simmons comes. Or you break with Simmons and Pastornicky comes a month later. It's a long season and we still have to let it play out a little bit."
Pastornicky went 4-for-5 Thursday in a tie against the Marlins. He admitted afterward that he has been putting extra pressure on himself this spring, knowing what is at stake.
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Simmons will start today against the Mets.
Roster moves
The Braves have re-assigned five players to the minor leagues: C Christian Bethancourt, LHP Dusty Hughes, INF Ernesto Mejia, RHP Adam Russell, and INF Joey Terdoslavich.
Lineup vs. Mets
1. Michael Bourn, CF
2. Martin Prado, LF
3. Brian McCann, C
4. Dan Uggla, 2B
5. Freddie Freeman, 1B
6. Drew Sutton, 3B
7. Jose Constanza, RF
8. Andrelton Simmons, SS
9. Mike Minor, P
March 23rd, 2012
9:49 am
Could Pastornicky or Simmons future be at 3rd base next year?
March 23rd, 2012
9:59 am
March 23rd, 2012
10:00 am
Dimwit Fredi needs to send Simmons to AAA camp so that Pastornicky can get more playing time at the major league camp. It isn't helping either of these kids to sit them every other day. After Pastornicky's big game yesterday he should have been in the starting lineup again today to continue to build that confidence. Simmons has never played above the A+ league, he needs more time in the minors.
March 23rd, 2012
10:00 am
March 23rd, 2012
10:03 am
Best of luck Chipper – it has been an awesome ride!!
March 23rd, 2012
10:07 am
3rd base? I certainly hope not! We need experienced POWER for 3rd base.
March 23rd, 2012
10:14 am
Damn! The Terd got sent down!
Don't be suprised if he is a Sept Call Up…
He has already been named Chipper's Heir Apparent according to Athlon Sports after setting a record for doubles in the Carolina league last year…
March 23rd, 2012
10:16 am
3rd base? You kdding? Make a move on David Wright and pay him Chipper money next season, or grab a left fielder with decent power numbers and move Prado to third. There's not going to be enough power with Chipper in the lineup this season, much less down the road if Simmons and Pastornicky own half of the infield
March 23rd, 2012
10:16 am
I Know this can happen because we play in a sick division, and the injury bug is already biting us but:
What Happens if we are 8-10 Games out of 1st after the All Star Game??? and moreso by Sept1st
Who gets Traded? And Who Get's Ol Yellered?
March 23rd, 2012
10:18 am
David Wright???
No No No…
The Dude is past his peak and too injury prone to throw all that money to…Spend it on a younger OF, Like Shane Pestorino who would demand around 9-10 mill. and has heart
March 23rd, 2012
10:19 am
We Don't necessarily need more Power, we already have that. Problem is we have too many streaky power hitters who K a lot…
March 23rd, 2012
10:26 am
I believe our third baseman of the future is currently playing left field. Don't be surprised if our next left fielder is someone we pick up this year at the trade deadline. That's why Chipper's announcement being made this early is so important. It gives us time and flexibility…
March 23rd, 2012
10:27 am
Since Chipper's 2013 option is off the table, the Braves have no excuse not to extend McCann's contract. The money is definitely there now.
March 23rd, 2012
10:27 am
Yeah JT, but its not just about hitting, if simmons has the range to make plays over there at short, than it could be a toss up. Alex Gonzalez didn't do as well as he hit in Toronto, when he came over, but made outstanding plays on defense. Let it play out.
March 23rd, 2012
10:29 am
Let's Go – I haven't seen much from Pastornicky's arm that would recommend him as a third baseman and Simmons is so much better defensively at short, I wouldn't make that move. I think The Rev is going to be a bench player longer term.
March 23rd, 2012
10:30 am
Agree with Tomahawkin. David Wright is already starting to break down and his numbers have been in decline over the past few seasons.
March 23rd, 2012
10:35 am
Patience. Cant judge a lineup while it is strewn with minor leaguers and never at full strength. Cant judge results while the pitching coaches are doing the same thing with who is appearing. Now that some of the minor leaguers are being sent down, lets see how the real lineup starts to perform, when pitching to our hitters is affected by who is on deck.
March 23rd, 2012
10:36 am
I used to think Wright would be a great acquistion, but a broken back and torn abdominal muscle don't bode well for his future health. I no longer feel he would be a good pick up for the Braves.
March 23rd, 2012
10:41 am
I think if Pastornicky hits, he gets the shortstop job this season over Simmons, the better defender. I'd like to see Simmons win out because I think he's the Braves' long term shortstop, anyway (he's the better glove and very likely as good or better than Pastornicky at the plate).
But it can't hurt for Simmons to gain more experience in the minors this season, if it comes to that.
March 23rd, 2012
10:44 am
David Wright has had multiple back issues ( a red flag for sure)…HOWEVER, if and it's a big IF…if he can stay healthy and get the frak out of NYC…I believe he'll be productive (maybe not like he was at one time, but still considering the lack of production in the NL from third baseman in general, he'll be a top 5 producer). Question is…how much money is going to be looking for…and also the Phillies will be looking to fill their void at 3B for the 2013 season.
March 23rd, 2012
10:45 am
Wright, older, health issues, and expensive. Why go down that road? Wren needs to look at acquiring a solid third base prospect. There's no shortage of solid third base prospects in systems. The Braves may have pitching to spare moving forward. Why not look at bringing a better third base prospect into the system as part of a package deal?
March 23rd, 2012
10:46 am
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March 23rd, 2012
9:49 am
Could Pastornicky or Simmons future be at 3rd base next year?
That's exactly what I've been thinking since Chipper announced his retirement at the end of this season yesterday. Wouldn't it be a real bonus to have BOTH players in the lineup with the A-Club?
I guess the real question at this point is: Which player would be the best one to start grooming for 3B, and which player should stay at SS? Remember: Chipper started at SS before he was groomed for 3B. At the time, the Braves had an aging Pendleton at 3B at a time when SS's were plentiful in F/A. It ended up being quite the intelligent move on the Braves' part to move Chipper to third, didn't it? And whomever they pick to be the 3B Heir Apparent can have the benefit of mentoring right next to Chipper throughout the whole of the 2012 Season. Decisions on this should be made ASAP.
March 23rd, 2012
10:53 am
I don't like to nit pick, but you need to proof read before posting.
March 23rd, 2012
10:54 am
It's a moot point – Pastornicky has a weak arm and will not be a third baseman in the bigs. LIke an announcer said in one of the televised games this spring "It's an arm like that that has made many shortops into second baseman in MLB."
The Rev might be OK at second, but will never be a good defensve ss or 3B.
March 23rd, 2012
10:55 am
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March 23rd, 2012
11:08 am
I don't Think Simmons will be a 3rd Baseman…He doesn't hit for power…even though he did win a batting title in the minor leagues last year…
March 23rd, 2012
11:12 am
I have to admit I got flushed at the prospect of seeing Terd's Terds in the cheap seats. I guess the Braves will wait until next year to take the plunge.
March 23rd, 2012
11:13 am
I think Pastornicky is a one-year guy for the Braves – if that. The Braves need stronger up the middle defense. Simmons delivers that at short. Wren will need to find a capable defensive and offensive replacement for Bourn after the season (if Bourn isn't moved by Wren during the season IF the Braves fail to compete). Uggla's an adequate defender, as everyone's mentioned, and McCann's okay behind the plate. Bethancourt may be the better long term move there, as has been much discussed.
March 23rd, 2012
11:13 am
It's time to see if fans want Fredi or not, + if you want him as mgr., – if you do not. let's see what the cut and dried is.
March 23rd, 2012
11:13 am
March 23rd, 2012
11:18 am
Last I heard, the Fans don't get a say in the hiring of managers.
March 23rd, 2012
11:20 am
Just thought I'd get some different opinions Lew if you don't want to play, don't!
March 23rd, 2012
11:22 am
You mean you haven't heard from everyone on the blog yet? Topics been run into the ground ever since Fredi became manager. And whatever wway you happen to swing, Frank ain't gonna listen to your opinion.
March 23rd, 2012
11:22 am
Speaking on behalf of the entire Mets organization, we look forward to, and would like to congratulate Chipper, on his planned retirement at the end of this season. We would, however, prefer that he make it effective immediately.
March 23rd, 2012
11:22 am
You want opinion, wait until George posts.
March 23rd, 2012
11:28 am
Didn't start this for a debate just curious as to how others felt. I for one think Fredi's style has developed too much comfort without the longevity and respect Bobby Cox had. Cox had a comfort style about him too but he also had that something(respect?)
that made players give their all. Fredi's probably a fine man and has a good deal of baseball knowledge but lacks that something between he and the players.
March 23rd, 2012
11:32 am
Fredi Gonzalez wasn't the problem last season. He isn't a problem now. He's the manager, and manager's are overestimated when it comes to a team's fortunes.
March 23rd, 2012
11:33 am
Then you already figured out what most think.
Some favorites on the blog include -
Overworked his bullpen. Pulled starters too quickly. Won't stand up for players by not arguing calls. Caused the collapse in September because of all of the above. Will get fired this winter if he doesn't lead the Braves to the Promised Land. Too much like Bobby Cox. Not enough like Bobby Cox. Wants Medlen in the pen.
March 23rd, 2012
11:36 am
And he didn't leave Heyward batting second. Or he had Mac hitting cleanup. Or Prado hitting second, or fifth, or seventh, didn't let Bourn run, etc.
March 23rd, 2012
11:55 am
Fredi's not the problem, anymore than Bobby Cox was the problem after The Run ended for the Braves.
March 23rd, 2012
1:57 pm
I'm thinking we will start the season with Rev and after a couple months (super 2 deadline) Simmons will be called up
March 23rd, 2012
1:57 pm
And don't forget all the cap-tipping Lew….
March 23rd, 2012
3:08 pm
Thinking outside the box, I would consider moving Uggla to 3B in 2013. That would allow Pastornicky to move to 2B & Simmons at SS. Improved speed and defense up the middle and power at 3B.
March 23rd, 2012
3:12 pm
Think Terdo or Salcedo is more likely for 3b in 2013 – which frees up money for Bourn *and* McCann (though if Bethancourt rakes in the minors this season, maybe the Braves let McCann walk?).
March 23rd, 2012
4:15 pm
They need to transition someone to playing center field and give them a year to learn the position. Bourn is gone after this one and maybe mid season if they perform as expected by many of us. Not sure if Rev has the arm for center, but doesn't sound like he is the long term solution at SS. He apparently has the speed to play CF.
March 23rd, 2012
4:25 pm
Prado gets moved to 3rd base and the Braves pick up Josh Hamilton for left field…or maybe not.
March 23rd, 2012
4:26 pm
2013 i still think they trade JJ for 3B, sign Upton cf, Simmons to ss, Pastor super utility after spending time playing 2b & 3b @ Gwinnett
March 23rd, 2012
4:27 pm
Prado stays in left
March 23rd, 2012
6:57 pm
So Simmons and Pastornicky on the left side of the IF after Chipper retires – LOL
How about some guys who can f'in HIT THE BALL – Good Lord. This team needs offense not more .220 hitters.
Notice no articles on Simmons going 1-2 today with a BB and RBI – every time Pastornicky squeezes passes gas it makes headlines.
March 23rd, 2012
10:14 pm
I really hope the Braves don't deal Prado next year. If Terdo isn't ready next year, he gives us the option of looking for either a left fielder or third baseman, and can provide a solid backup at multiple positions. He right in the prime of his career, and is a bargan at $7 million a year compared to some of the contracts out there.
March 24th, 2012
2:28 pm
This team is not going to pursue David Wright and given his recent injury history, it makes sense.
Liberty Media is not going to get us a Willingham, Cuddyer, Jamey Carroll or Clint Barmes, what makes anyone think the Braves would get a Wright type of player.
Or, even re-sign Bourn and Mc Cann once his deal runs out.
The heat is on the system for another 20 yrs, As goes the player development, so goes the Braves. And its a short window of opportunity.
March 24th, 2012
2:36 pm
I want to see what we get out of Fredi this year. If its a real clunker of a season like 79-83, he should be gone.
If he wins and makes the post season, he redeems himself.
The organization might not see it that way. They will do what they want, does not mean that they are right.
If Fredi does not win he will be a lightning rod for fan hate regardless of whether the Lew's of the world like it or not.
Until the Braves redeem themselves after September, the nature of the fan reaction will be negative and it should be.
March 25th, 2012
1:11 am
Prado will replace Chipper at third and the Mets would not trade Wright to Atlanta (please don't draw an analogy to the Braves trading Jeff Francoeur to the Mets).
March 28th, 2012
11:58 pm
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Good Questions: How Can I Liven Up My Hallway?
Hello AT,
Please help enliven my Hallway of Despair.
Blah. Narrow. Gray. Window-less.
It leads from our main stairs to the guest room and the back staircase (to the left of the guest room door).
The space is only 25 inches wide.
I'm looking for ideas for making this a warm, interesting, cheerful, clean space.
Thanks in advance for your suggestions!
Thanks! Jill
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hmm. Yeah that's tough since it's so narrow. I think I'd paint the area leading to it a some color you like, and then the hallway a shade or two lighter to take advantage of the angles and to sort of make the runway feel a virtue.
If it's just a pass-through, maybe use more saturated versions of the colors in the nearby rooms? You could add interest with stencils or decals, or even use a fabric or wallpaper that you like but would never use in a larger space in which you spend more time. It seems like a good oportunity to do something a bit crazy.
I agree with the above - since its not a space for lingering, do something with some punch, something unexpected. If you're not afraid of wallpaper, I would totally plaster that right wall with something bright and graphic.
A row of round dot rugs on the floor, each a different color. That would really break up the lenght and be fun.
You could cut 19.5" diameter ones from Flor tiles and have a zillion colors and styles from which to choose! I'm not sure if something that small in diameter would look right, but you could lay down some paper templates to find out.
I've also seen 24" diameter rugs online, but I can't remember where...maybe google could help.
yeah, i'd do fun rugs or a runner, and definitely wall colors or a big stencilly thing. seriously, i wouldn't even hang photos because it's so narrow in there.
maybe on the right side (of the picture) across from the first door (if there's room), you could put a small console with a lamp... as that would kinda make the area look purposeful. then the hallway wouldn't be so looonnnng. it'd also help light it up.
you didn't mention how long it is, but i'd go with a runner that you love. i'd avoid doing much to the walls as it would just close in the narrow space. can you re-wire and hang an interesting light fixture, or a group of light fixtures?
Darkening the walls would make me feel even more claustrophobic.
I do like the floor idea above, but I think you need some ceiling work too, to get the eye to wander upward and notice all the height.
1) a stripe on the wall for a horizon would be a start.
2) Maybe a small modern chandelier, or
3) very bright spot lights pointing up
The only place I have really bright lighting is in my entryway - no windows, and the hallway outside isn't the brightest, so I like the brightness of entering.
First thing I thought of when I saw it was that you could paint the door.
How about a gallery of artwork on the short wall in addition to some of the suggesions above? I especially like the small chandelier idea.
Wall mural. Paint the door black. Add a mirror and sconces.
If it was me, I would install track lighting along the ceiling to really brighten it up, paint it an interesting but light color and then add those dot rugs along the floor! Sounds like an interesting space for quickly passing through.
This may sound like advertising⦠but you should consider putting up a couple of the Norm06 lamps in small (16.5 inches in diameter). I have them in my extremely narrow hall and they look great because I can hang them very high (looks best from below).
Kind regards
How about hanging light fittings low (aprox door top height) from the ceiling, some sort of bulb shape, perhaps 3 of them in a row. Then instead of traditional artwork you could hang something that adds texture to the walls, like these angel wings http://www.gifttrap.com/images/Wings_05.jpg (copy and paste into browser) or some jewelry like beads and stuff... I wouldn't put anything on the floor, the boards are beautiful!
I have a similar issue in my new apartment, although it's not quite as narrow. We're going to do the following things:
- Get a great modern runner. I'm thinking of sewing together a bunch of these rugs from IKEA to make a long runner.
I'm thinking the horizontal stripes will help with the narrowness
- Doing something really dramatic with the lighting. We're thinking multiple paper lanterns in different sizes down the length of the hall. Not necessarily in a row, more random/clustered.
Things we're not able to do but you probably could:
- Paint the walls with a pearlized/metallic paint. It would bounce around a lot of light and just be, you know, special
- As someone else mentioned, paint the door at the end of the hall a great colour. It would be easy to update if you got sick of the colour as well.
I'd paint the ceiling a dark color. Sounds crazy, but it will visually bring it down and "push" the walls out. Might be tricky, though, given how the ceiling does or doesn't transition into the stairway.
Otherwise, go bold with a color on the outside wall.
Or cover the wall (or a substantial portion of it) with SMALL art pieces (like 52 vintage playing cards or shell or bird's eggs botanicals), identically framed and hung in a continuous grid with no space between them. Will give impact of a larger piece, but because each is small, you'll still be able to appreciate them in such a narrow corridor.
I would paint it a bright color and then hang some wall art. I like the gallery idea although I wouldn't do to many small pictures because it would feel crowded. I also like the idea of a better light fixture to add interest to the area.
I'd paint the walls a super glossy white, the ceiling lavender and put down a bright and cheerful runner of some sort.
i agree with circles.......my very first thought. however, i would paint them on the wall at shoulder level (for the average woman, no shoes).......i would use a multi-color palette that would be similar to an orly kiely print. use color-stripes.com for inspiration, too.
i think a circle with a contrasting band would be interesting, and the circles should be in a different finish from the wall: semi-gloss against flat. end the "color march" with a painted door(as others have suggested) at the end of the hallway. i would be tempted to paint the door frame, but that would also require painting all the moulding in the hallway.
These comments are so exciting -- thank you! thank you! thank you! I look forward to reading more... -- Jill
All the ideas are so good, but personally I wouldn't do too much other than install some type of sculptural overhead lighting.
As tempting as it is, I wouldn't want to draw too much more attention than that to this hallway, rather I'd treat it as a quick transition from one space to another.
The nice thing about hallways like this is when you get to the end of it, whatever room you enter feels huge. I recall the head office of Yabu Pushelberg's design firm did this on purpose -- they had a long narrow hallway with a ceiling sculpture that pushed down further on the small space, but when you finally got to the end of it, the great hall you found yourself in felt spectacularly huge. It was a bit of an illusion but it was very effective.
That said, I might experiment with a strip of artwork (either one long piece or a series composed as a strip) on the long wall. I'd worry however that even the slightest protrusion of any frame might be too thick for such a narrow space.
I'd keep it very white but paint a big black silohuette of a tree on one wall. I think that would really look cool.
Something like this:
Only one thing you can do. PENNIES!! Hundreds of them! Just hot glue them onto the walls and PRESTO! You have an interesting look.
I think you also have to take into consideration the visible style cues from the house. A large supergraphic, or anything super modern, is going to look like you turned a Victorian into a Montessori school.
As much as runners make hallways look a little more appealing, I think that covering that beautiful floor would be criminal. It's such a beautiful colour!
quick update...add series of mid century sconces (three) on the right hand side wall - less predictable than overhead pendant lights, and would draw the eye up. Beyond that, you could ebonize the floors (matte finish - again, less obvious) and paint the ceiling high gloss pale gray. Could look really interesting...
You may wish to do something with the entry door at the end of the hall. Painting it a different color will make it a focal point of the hall and perhaps shorten the perceived length of the hallway. Leaving the mouldings and baseboards white while painting the walls a light color also works. If you have the resources or time, you may wish to consider a polished plaster, venetian, or other plaster/painting technique. Again only use light colors with light reflecting glazes or techniques.
A traditional or interesting contemporary rug runner would liven up the hallway, just avoid patterns (stripes, etc) that emphasize length. Using carpet tape to combine rugs from Ikea is a great idea, however their rugs are usually wider than 24" so unless you don't mind the edges of the rugs running up your baseboards, you may wish to find a narrower alternative.
Using the hallway as an art gallery is a good idea, however given the narrow width, I would suggest hanging only small pieces of artwork at eye level. You may wish to only hang artwork on one wall as the hall's narrow width could cause the viewer to bump into artwork hanging on the opposite wall.
This isn't usually my thing, but I immediately thought of draping fabric on the ceiling. I've seen really nice things done with a strip of bamboo every 3 or 4 feet going crosswise to pin the fabric to the ceiling making waves. I think that plus a nice runner rug could give a kind of exotic cave like feel to the hallway, making use of it's limitations instead of trying to hide them.
I think painting horizontal stripes on the walls would make the space look more open. You could be more subtle with a tone-on-tone effect, or be more bold and paint different colors.
Ruining it by tracking in sand and dirt would be even more criminal.
The biggest thing to keep in mind is light. When walls (esp the ceiling to wall connection) are not well lit, a space will feel gloomy. I think some small-scaled, interesting lighting placed high up and running along the length of the hallway will help to cheer up the space. There are so many wonderful ideas posted above as well. Good luck!
Embrace the small width - wallpaper/decal/paint tree trunks on the walls, so when you walk down the hallway it feels like you're walking through a forest. And I agree with the above posters about the importance of lighting.
I would:
1. Paint the door a contrast color (something from the room the hallway leads to, or a dark grey perhaps).
2. Add a row of small paintings or b&w photos at eye level along one wall, with picture lighting.
3. Add a long mirror hung horizontally at eye level on the other wall to open it a bit and reflect the light from the picture lights.
If you own, consider opening it up by installing french doors between the hallway and the room on the left. Even if that room is a bedroom, you could hang thin white drapery over the glass and let some light into the hallway even with the doors closed.
"Ruining it by tracking in sand and dirt would be even more criminal."
Sorry, I forgot that most americans leave their shoes on in their homes.
Also, isn't this hallway just between rooms and not an entrance/exit? How could sand and dirt be tracked in from a guest room?
I like the idea of small artwork at eye level on one side.
paint it a color or wide virtical stripes. and get a cool chandelier
We have a similar situation, though our hall is a little wider (we're able to fit some shallow furniture in ours). Anyway, we have a runner and refer to the area as "The Gallery" like all those penthouse floor plans do. We hang our artwork there (as several other commenters have suggested).
As this is just an entry passage, I don't think you need to do anything too clever. It seems people don't linger in this area too much other than to step out of muddy shoes. A light paint and good lighting will go a long way. I think painting a two shades of a light french grey, the darker shade coming up to chair-rail height and the lighter on top. Pendent lights or the prettiest track light you can find and this will be a warm reception that will set a nice tone for the rest of your home. (also, can we see the rest of your home?)
To draw the eye up to create volume, you could paint a thick stripe at the top of the wall or hang mobiles. Mobiles are always a good way to make a small space seem bigger because the eye does not just look at the width and length, it also looks at the height.
you could do something like this http://picasaweb.google.com/kinsey.branch/Woodstock/photo#5166154032126164722
I would paint the door at the end a bold color to make it stand out. The idea of a runner in an interesting color or pattern, or carpet tile (Flor - ? - I think) with texture would be nice. I would leave the molding a white or soft white and paint the walls a soft color or maybe a taupe that would compliment the door and floor. Make the door and floor stand out. On one wall, maybe line a collection of art or photographs would be nice. On the ceiling, maybe two or three simple light pendants....one at each end of the hall, and one in the middle. Have fun!
Thanks very much, everyone, for your comments. In addition to all the great ideas, I've learned several important principles of design from the types of suggestions you've given me: the importance of a focal point in a space, how to direct the eye to particular aspects of the room, paying attention to lighting (something I've tried to avoid thinking about because it means going through the hassle of dealing with the electrical system in this old, old house), using contrasting design elements (e.g. circles for a very angular hallway), and playing up or playing off the positives of a space as a way of dealing with its drawbacks. I'll update this thread with photos once I tackle the hall (and will check back just in case there are other great ideas!).
I'd paint the walls a rich, warm color - maybe one of those buttery yellows - and the moldings high gloss, pure white.
You can buy attractive "over the door" hooks - I'd put them facing out on whichever of your doors can been viewed from a distance. Buy an inexpensive matching curtain rod (or have a lucite rod cut) and find an interesting textile that you can drape vertically over the rod. The molding will act as a frame. This is the only place you'll have the visual distance needed to view any art.
If you want to visually lower the ceiling line AND add color, you put up some of these, in different colors and shapes
A colorful runner would be perfect.
we figured the hallway was the perfect spot to do something crazy fun.
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what is max wattage of GE15207?
by mark D. on 08-25-2012
This unit does not have a published wattage rating. This unit will operate up to 40 Amps with a size 8 wire.
on 08-27-2012
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