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SANTA CLARA, Calif. - Dylan Page and Ed McCants scored 21 points apiece and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee made a season-high 14 three-point shots in claiming an 85-70 win over Idaho State in the consolation game of the Cable Car Classic Tuesday night at the Leavey Center.
The Panthers (6-4) built a 15-point lead in the first half and then a 20-point lead in the second half before emptying their bench. Joah Tucker added 20 points for UWM as three Panthers reached 20 points for the first time since last year's win at Loyola.
Jeff Gardner led the Bengals (3-9) with 24 points.
The Panthers knocked down 14-of-21 from three-point range and shot a season-high 57.1 percent from the field by regularly running their offense to get open looks from the field.
"We had good spacing in our sets and guys did a good job of making the extra pass," UWM head coach Bruce Pearl said of his team, which tallied 23 assists, including a team-high eight by Adrian Tigert. "We still have a lot of things to work on and we're disappointed that we didn't get to the championship game to play BYU. That's what we came out here for."
After UWM led by eight at halftime, Idaho State pulled within 45-39 on a Nate Rede layin with 19:36 to play in the game. But the Panthers responded on a three by Tucker and quickly built the lead to 58-44 on back-to-back threes by McCants.
Idaho State closed within 58-51 at the 12:43 mark, but UWM scored 17 of the next 21 points to build a 75-55 lead and never looked back.
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UWM had control of the game from early in the first half. The Panthers broke free of an 8-8 tie after the first six minutes with a 16-4 run that gave UWM a 24-12 edge. A McCants layin off a steal started the run, which also included 3's by McCants and Kadima. The Bengals scored five-straight to pull within 24-17, but a five-point burst by the Panthers made it 29-17 and a jumper by McCants with 6:26 left in the half made it 33-19. UWM then led by as many as 15 points in the first half before the Bengals used a late run to pull within eight at halftime.
UWM shot 56.7 percent in the first half, knocking down 17-of-30 from the field. The Panthers also made 7-of-9 from three-point range, with Kadima, Tucker and McCants knocking down two 3's apiece. UWM also built its first-half edge without offensive contributions from Dylan Page, who did not score in the first 15 minutes of the half and ended the first 20 minutes with four points. But Page responded with 17 points in the second half.
UWM wraps up its three-game road trip Friday night at Air Force. The game will tip off at 8:30 p.m. CST (7:30 p.m. MST).


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It must be true what people say, that only time can heal the pain.
And every single day I feel it fade away, but -
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So still; I sit and watch the Empty pond.
"Is an empty pond a Pond?"
"A body without a soul a Person?"
The thoughts Swim, like frogs, in the pond that is not a Pond;
But constitute a shifting of attitude, or is it perspective?
"A pond is a Pond by name if nothing else."
Not acceptable — do not overemphasize a name
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and Shakespeare would not approve.
The basin was a Pond when full, and empty,
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I sit, and watch.
That is at least without debate.
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The harsh dry-squeal-squeak of children's screams
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Long Island, NY, United States (4E) – A six-year-old boy died and 13 others were injured, including his seven-year-old brother, after a bus slammed into a home in Long Island, New York Tuesday night.
Hempstead Police Sergeant Mark Kirichenko said both boys were inside the house when the crash happened and the younger boy, identified as David Granados, "was just in a bad spot."
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I've come to realize that being a parent sometimes requires creating your own version of the truth.
I should have caught on at least 45 years ago, but I can sometimes be a slow learner.
When I was a little girl, my dad provided a running commentary about the dangers of my behavior. He said my skin would turn green if I ate too much pea soup. If I swallowed a watermelon seed, he informed me that it might take root in my stomach and start to grow there. He warned me of that dangers of crossing my eyes in the car because if we hit a bump, my eyes would stay crossed forever. And, according to him, if I didn't go to the bathroom when the urge hit, I would suffer some miserable but unnamed disease as an adult.
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I feared eating any mushrooms because my dad had told me some mushrooms were poisonous. I refused to even try jerky because Dad said if people didn't prepare it properly, it could cause food poisoning. And I looked at all greens suspiciously because I had been warned on multiple occasions to never eat rhubarb leaves.
But nothing scared me more than a warning that came not from my father but from another man – a complete stranger who pretended he was worried about my well-being. In reality, he was worried about his store. I don't remember the name of the store, but I do remember it was a large one in another town and that my entire family was there. For some reason, my brother Sean and I were alone when we spotted the larger the life-sized fake Santa Claus, and Sean dared me to touch its beard. I took on the challenge, reached up and ran my fingers through St Nick's most famous feature. I was surprised that it wasn't soft at all. Instead, it was stiff, wiry and apparently off-limits to children.
At least that's what the store manager told me when he marched over and ordered me to take my hands off Santa's beard. His tone of voice intimidated me, but his words were downright scary. "That beard is made out of poison ivy," he said. "It's made out of poison ivy so people won't touch it."
I had no idea what poison ivy looked like, but I knew it made a person itch. And for months, I itched everywhere and was convinced that I had a case of poison ivy. By the time I realized that there was absolutely no way that poison ivy would ever be used as material for a fake Santa Claus beard, the incident was well in my past and I had realized that people sometimes manipulate the truth.
Sometimes, they do it to protect their children and sometimes they do it to protect family and holiday traditions like Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny and the Tooth Fairy. And sometimes they do it to protect themselves.
I never thought I'd be one of those people who lie to protect themselves, but apparently I am.
I've always prided myself with being open about any topic with my children. But a few weeks ago, my daughter Kendall and I were having a meaningful conversation about tough issues when she asked me a question that I couldn't honestly answer. Telling her the truth would open the door to so many more questions - how could I be such a hypocrite? How could I set different expectations for my kids than I did for myself?
And so, on the spur of the moment, I lied.
Now I wish I hadn't, and I've battled with myself over the decision. During this same time, I've also managed to get a real case of poison ivy because I refused to let the plant take over my rhododendron bush.
Since I will forever associate poison ivy with lies that adults tell kids, I can't help but note the irony of the situation.
My daughter, who is oblivious of my lie or my subsequent internal turmoil, thinks I made way too big an issue over the poison ivy. According to her, I if had just left it alone, I wouldn't be so miserable.
She's probably right.
But like I said, I can be a slow learner.


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Please give this Southern girl recently relocated to Boston a crash course in picking out boots.
So I'm coming from the South, and the only times I noticed boots were when girls wore Uggs with miniskirts in the summer. Ugh. But now I'm up here and it looks like boots are a thing? That I'll need if I want to have any hope of surviving the winter?
My mother is adamant that I should have a pair of knee-high leather boots. They should have heels less than 1.5" long, and they shouldn't be wedges, which would reduce traction. My friends warn that leather won't actually keep me very warm, and furthermore, I won't even be able to wear them when it's raining or there's snow on the ground. Who's right here? Are regular heels more stable than wedges? Do knee-high boots really keep you much warmer than mid-calf ones?
I'm at college, so at most I'm walking for 20 minutes at a time to classes or to hang out with friends or whatever.
How matchy do boots have to be? For instance, can I wear black boots with a brown outfit or vice versa? In general, which is more versatile, brown or black?
I guess this varies greatly by person, but should I get one or two pairs of nice boots or a bunch of more disposable ones? Is it weird to wear the same boots daily? We had shot around $200 as a target price for a pair, but I will adjust that according to how many I should get.
Are there any stores around Boston that you'd recommend to pick these out? (Suggestions for national chain stores are also appreciated.) If you want to link to any boots that you think would work for me - very unfussy, casual, but doesn't scream "clueless about fashion" like this question! - feel free to, but I've found that eyeballing photos on the Internet is kind of tough. If you think online shopping is the way to go, any suggestions for making it more fruitful?
I know I just threw a lot of questions out, but thanks so much, guys. It snowed yesterday already, and I'm kind of freaking out about the prospect of this winter.
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It sounds like you want "winter boots" that are stylish (as opposed to straight-on-utilitarian LL Bean-style winter boots). I prefer black, because that goes best with my black-heavy wardrobe. I'd look at boots from Merrill, Keen, and Born -- they'll be warm, waterproof, and leathery. Dansko also has boots but I don't know how warm they are. I personally would use Zappo's, with its free shipping both ways.
posted by
on October 28, 2011
DSW is the best option for a big selection of nice boots for cheap (there's one in Downtown Crossing, several in the 'burbs). You are not going to need to keep your feet That warm - if you can wear socks with leather boots you'll be fine 99% of the time. And there's really nothing that can be done about that 1% of the time where your bus just Isn't showing up so you're standing out in the cold cursing the weather.
Black is probably the more versatile color for urban wear, because everyone always seems to wear black a Lot. You don't have to be that matchy, and I've survived every winter thus far with just a few days wear I wear either my hiking boots or boots with a 2.5 inch heel. So it's not like you're going to have to wear boots all day every day in the winter. Get some cute ones you're happy walking in a few days a week, and you should be fine.
posted by
on October 28, 2011
I live in Boston and I love it because I get to boot it up. I looove boots. Weather and matchiness both are major factors. I have:
A pair of soft leather Clark's knee-high riding boots. I wear these when it is not raining. They are not the warmest, so on a cold day when it's not wet or super snowy, I wear them with thick wool socks and legwarmers and leggings.
A pair of super sturdy leather motorcycle boots in brown. They're sturdy and thick enough that they don't have a problem with snow, but again, they aren't so warm, so I wear them with the aforementioned wool socks and legwarmers.
A pair of Galoshes, for rainy days. Basically useless when the weather dips below 35 -- they're not warm at all, but great for rainy days!
A pair of insanely warm, mid-calf, wool-lined LL Bean snow boots. They are magic. They are kind of ugly. They look like they're made out of old, dark footballs. I love them, though. For super snowy days.
I am on the lookout for more Boston-worthy boots on the regular. Also, everywhere I go I am looking at Women's feet for awesome boots I need to look for. I will be watching this thread.
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My friends warn that leather won't actually keep me very warm...
Not exactly. Well-made leather boots will keep you
. If they have a lining inside, that will keep you warm (so, yes, a knee-high lined boot will keep you warmer than a calf-high one.) If not, get thick socks and take them to the shoe store with you and try the boots on wearing said thick socks. You might not have to go an entire size (or even half-size) up, but you definitely want them to fit comfortably with and without the big socks on.
A pair of nice black boots can be made to go with just about anything; no color is more versatile. Always own at least a single pair of black boots.
How many boots you should get depends on the income. Personally, I think everyone should own a single pair of well-made, expensive boots. A pair of $300 Frye boots (check out Zappos), for instance, will last you basically forever, as long as you're good about making repairs when you have to. Other than that, it depends on how much you want to keep up with the times. If you can afford a pair of new cute, disposable boots every season that you wear if the weather isn't too bad, go for it. As long as you have the Good Boots to wear when the weather gets bad.
If you're going to get cheap boots, either alternate with the Good boots, or have two pairs between which you alternate. A pair of Steve Madden boots, for instance, will fall right the fuck apart if you wear them too often.
posted by
on October 28, 2011
Oh, and a pair of totally utilitarian Hardcore Weather duck boots (from LL Bean or the like) is a good thing to have in the back of the closet.
posted by
on October 28, 2011
I grew up in Savannah, where it never snows, and now I live in Chicago, where it snows a lot. I went from owning zero boots, to wearing a pair of timberland hiking boots (my ever-helpful parents, who are originally from the midwest, assured me those would be the right thing for the snow), to now wearing a pair of
snow boots.
(Hint: hiking boots are
what you want here, but I think you're past that point already.)
I got
two years ago and I've been extremely happy with them.
Things they have that I think are essential for walking in snow and slush:
-They come up past the ankle (these hit mid-calf) so that snow doesn't fall into your shoes.
-They have an extremely sturdy, rubber-soled bottom so they don't slide around and I feel really stable walking.
-The only opening is at the top to put your foot through, so snow and wet doesn't seep in through a tongue or zipper seam or anything like that.
-They have a lining you can slip out at night so that they can air out and be ready to be worn again the next day.
-They are WARM. I can wear them with just a pair of tights, no socks, and my feet stay toasty.
Things they have that I like, but that aren't essential:
-They are relatively cute for being utility boots.
-The laces are cinch laces, so there's no tying, zipping, buckling, etc. Just one easy cinch motion and you're good to go.
-The tread has a flower decoration so you leave pretty footprints.
-I find that the fur rim at the top helps keep drips and stuff from seeping into the shoes.
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I grew up in New England (Boston, mostly), and trust me: nobody gives a shit what you have on your feet when it's snowy/slushy out. Fashion is right out in those cases. What's important is that the boots be waterproof and insulated. There's a reason why
duck boots from LL Bean
have such a history.
In terms of heels, you mostly want something low and stable. Snow that gets inadequately shoveled will then melt and refreeze and be lumpy and slippery. Knee-high only matters for warmth (IMO) if you're only every going to be wearing skirts. With pants on - and longjohns underneath for the coldest days - ankle-high is fine.
Waterproofness is important - you will realize this the first time you step into a slush puddle that looked like a solid frozen puddle. You'll want something that will resist salt stains and be easy to clean.
You will have more than one pair of boots - you'll have boots for the shitty weather days, and boots for the cold-but-dry-going-out-to-a-nice-dinner events. As your locally raised classmates where they buy theirs.
Also, SmartWool socks and you should become besties. They are not cheap, but they are fantastic socks.
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It looks to me like Boston doesn't actually get that cold (at least not by Minnesota standards) - it seems like weather is at or about freezing almost all year round, rather than dropping to around zero for long stretches. I don't think that you'll "need" boots to survive the winter. If you find yourself needing real snow-negotiating boots, you will not want any kind of heel, wedge or significant fashion - you'll want rubber soles and water-proofness.
That said, do you wear skirts a lot? If you plan to wear skirts in the winter, boots will be useful for warmth, but you'll probably want double tights (that's what I did when I wore skirts here in the winter, which I did a lot - I rode my bike in skirts and tights) and woolly socks on your feet under your boots. You'll get far colder in tall boots and thin tights and no socks than you will in ankle boots, socks and double tights, although tall boots are nice.
If you wear skirts every day, you should have two pairs of boots so that you can let one dry while you wear the other - spend $100 on each and try to get a higher-end pair on sale. Would your mom let you order several pairs from Zappos, etc with the understanding that you'd try them on and only keep one? You will probably - at that price - end up with glued soles rather than sewn, and no complete leather lining. So look for good details of construction rather than high quality material.
If you wear skirts only sometimes, one pair will be fine, and whether they are brown or black depends on what colors you like best. I wear mostly grays, blues, violets and blacks, so I get black shoes for preference for example.
But you should also have a robust pair of ankle boots or shoes with rubber/traction-y soles.
As to where to get these, I am sadly not much help since right now all my shoes are men's English ones.
posted by
on October 28, 2011
Salamander in Chicago has an online store. They sell tons of stylish winter boots.
posted by
on October 28, 2011
Boots can keep your feet and legs quite warm, especially if they're lined, but a pair of longsocks for colder days will be needed. If you can afford leather boots, buy them in preference to synthetic materials. Synthetic material trap sweat worse than leather, so if you're wearing boots for long periods you'll smell the difference.
If you're looking for two pairs, get one with a flattish sole and good grip for general walking, and another with a bit of a heel for more dressy needs. Either color is fine, depending on your preference. It's okay to wear boots many days in a row, in my experience. Boots are always somewhat utilitarian, so fashion concerns shouldn't come first. If you look out in the morning and realize that you need to wear the same boots you've worn all week, just do it. The weather ain't going to change just because you don't want to wear the same thing twice.
Boots are fine to wear in rain, although you may need to repolish them if they regularly become wet. Protecting and maintaining the leather is essential if you want your boots to last. I'm more wary about wearing boots in snow, especially if the streets are gritted, as salty water isn't that great for leather. You may want to consider buying a nice pair of wellington boots (rubber rain boots) for really wet or snowy weather.
(Ignore my username, I'm a woman.)
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Thanks, I'll check out the brands and sites you mentioned.
Just thought of two more questions: if I get nice boots, do I need to buy those boot trees or whatever they're called to maintain their shape? And should you always tuck your jeans into your boots? I have wider-leg jeans that can be tucked in, but then they are kind of wrinkly around the knees. Acceptable?
posted by
on October 28, 2011
Do not buy boots that just have a leather sole (some of the very nice Frye boots, for example) as snow/winter boots. You want something with more of a rugged sole with some traction. Leather soles, while very nice, are super slippery when wet and will definitely soak through and get your feet wet.
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on October 28, 2011 [
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And should you always tuck your jeans into your boots?
If you're just trying to keep the bottoms of your jeans from getting wet, tuck them into whatever you want. Otherwise, I wouldn't
tucking non-drainpipe jeans into anything lower than a knee-high boot, but miracles happen.
Also, if the inside of your boots get wet, stuff them tightly with newspaper after you take them off.
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I am a guy but live in Boston and many of my female friends have the duck boots from LL Bean linked above. They are much more impervious to salt-staining than boots without a rubber bottom are, and while they're not SUPER stylish, rtha is exactly right about no one giving much of a fuck (especially on a college campus) about fashion when it's snowy boot weather outside.
Honestly if you're a girl at school and can refrain from wearing tights-as-pants, Uggs, and a Northface all winter long then you're already winning the fashionista game.
Also if you find yourself missing the South during the long cold winter you should go to Redbones in Davis for some BBQ to warm your soul back up.
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on October 28, 2011 [
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I'd get a pair of knee-high boots and a pair of shin-high lace up boots. That way you have something to go with any cut of skirt or pants. Make sure they both have good traction. If they don't, you
take them to a cobbler and have treads put on.
posted by
orange swan
on October 28, 2011
The best winter boots I have owned by far are by North Face. They recently started producing fashionable yet winter-proof boots. Look for the boots which have 200 G Primaloft insulation and the ice pick technology on the soles. They are waterproof, keep your feet warm, and prevent you from slipping on icy streets. I have always been wary of suede shoes, but these don't seem to get dirty (mine are black and I was afraid of salt stains).
A few examples:
Abby III
Last winter I wore mine about 70 days, both with skirts and pants, and I never had wet or cold feet. I am actually looking forward to this winter.
posted by
on October 28, 2011
I'm from New England, now living in the upper midwest. I've never felt I needed knee high boots (I don't actually know how I would wear them with most of my pants, they seem like they would just get in the way. As with others here I just wear tights or long johns under my pants if it's a really cold day.
I have two pairs of calf high boots, a black soft leather pair of Ulus (sort of like Uggs but cooler), and a pair of Sorel-like brown LL Bean boots (if you have both brown and black jackets it's a good excuse to buy both colors of boots). Get a good tread (no heel) and you'll be ready for any weather.
Ankle high boots are pointless - no one likes slushy socks.
posted by
on October 28, 2011
These Merrells
are serious enough for snow and wet and cold -- they are insulated and waterproof -- yet cute enough to wear with a skirt. I'm on my second pair. (Actually, it looks like they changed them a bit, but still.)
You may well want a second pair of less serious boots for fall. One kind of boot is a utilitarian requirement in a snowy place; another is for fall fashion.
posted by
on October 28, 2011
Hi! I love snow, and I love boots, so I love your question. I will try to answer everything I can.
Who's right here?
Both are correct, but for different reasons. As mentioned above, people who have grown up in snowy climates know that there are boots and there are BOOTS.
Boots are mainly for looking stylish and feeling comfortable. They can range from
knee length
to to
over the knee
. For the most part, these should only be worn in relatively dry weather. They are not usually made for warmth. The tall black boots your mother mentioned ARE essential to a cold weather wardrobe – but for fashion purposes only!
BOOTS, on the other hand, are what you need for when you'll be walking through snow, shoveling a driveway, or partaking in any fun snow-related activities like tobogganing. These mean business (hence the caps!). Many people commute to work or school wearing their BOOTS and change into boots or shoes when they get to their destination. BOOTS are necessary for safety, warmth and overall comfort (dryness) if you'll be outside for any length of time in the snow or very cold. No one really cares how these look as long as they do their job, but there are plenty of
out there.
Are regular heels more stable than wedges? Do knee-high boots really keep you much warmer than mid-calf ones?
See above – boots like this are not made for safety/warmth anyway, so the questions are moot.
How matchy do boots have to be? For instance, can I wear black boots with a brown outfit or vice versa?
Black and brown can be worn together, if you tie the outfit together properly. Black boots, dark jeans, black tee, brown cardi? Awesome. Brown boots, dark jeans, red top, black purse? Not so much. Basically, consider the same matching rules you'd use with any shoes, but keep in mind that tall boots take up more leg length and therefore draw the eye to them.
In general, which is more versatile, brown or black?
This just depends on what you wear more of. If you have more black clothes, go with black. If you wear more browns, choose brown.
Should I get one or two pairs of nice boots or a bunch of more disposable ones?
One pair of tall black leather boots, one pair of tall or mid-calf brown leather boots, and one pair of BOOTS and you'll be set. For these basics, I'd spend some money. Of course, once you get used to boots, you might find yourself obsessed…
Is it weird to wear the same boots daily?
Not at all, especially not the BOOTS. Most people only have one pair of these.
If I get nice boots, do I need to buy those boot trees or whatever they're called to maintain their shape?
No, you can stuff rolled-up newspapers in them.
And should you always tuck your jeans into your boots? I have wider-leg jeans that can be tucked in, but then they are kind of wrinkly around the knees. Acceptable?
This example is...not really acceptable. Only skinny jeans/pants/leggings/tights should be tucked into boots. However, you can and should wear your wider-leg jeans over tall boots – as long as the hem length is correct! The back hem of your jeans should barely skim the ground. If the heel of the boot is showing from the back, your jeans are too short to be worn with those boots.
With BOOTS, it's totally acceptable to stuff your pants in and do whatever you need to do to keep dry (again, fashion falls by the wayside in these circumstances). It's also acceptable to wear your pants over them (pant length rules do not apply).
I'm not from Boston so I can't suggest stores, but I've linked to several nice boots above.
Good luck and have fun!!
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I live in Boston, but not nearly as fashionable as you. I wear one of two things all winter: 1)
LLBean Snow shoes
, for when it's cold and/or slushy/rainy, but not deep snow and 2)
Keen Hoodoo High Lace Boots
, for when it's really cold, or when there's a bunch of snow (I love these boots and thought they looked cute too). I have a pair of knee high leather boots with a low heel that I wear some in the fall, which are fine in the rain, but I would never wear once it got icy/snowy out. The salt on all the sidewalks can really stain/destroy nice boots, which is why we all wear Keen's or LL Beans all winter.
You could always bring a more stylish pair of shoes with you for when you get to where you are going.
As far as tucking in pants, it will keep them drier, but style-wise, go with what you like.
Also, you will still see the miniskirt and Uggs around campus (unfortunately), some people don't care about temperature when they dress in the morning.
posted by
on October 28, 2011
Everything yawper said.
posted by
on October 28, 2011 [
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IMO the great thing about knee-high boots is that they allow you to extend skirt season much later. And in slushy/wettish weather you can wear boots and a skirt and then you don't have wet pant legs when you get where you're going. I basically never wear boots with trousers.
As for color, I buy boots that go with my winter coat(s), which generally means black. Then again, I am coming at this from the perspective of a person with an office where she can change into shoes that match better once she gets to work.
I got a great pair of boots (black with brown topstitching, low/no heel) at DSW recently, and I saw another pair that I wanted but they were suede and suede really picks up salt. Macy's is always having boot sales this time of year as well.
posted by
on October 28, 2011
Don't forget La Canadienne boots - totally waterproof, highly fashionable, last forever, sometimes lined for extra, serious warmth. Expensive, no doubt, but you often can find them on sale on 6pm.com.
The duck boots recommended above aren't nearly as nice as they used to be back in the 1990s, when they were lined with this comfy material that kept your foot not only dry, but
. Last time I ordered some they had no lining whatsoever, which really irked me, as they haven't gotten any cheaper. Makes me regret that in a fit of adolescent angst, I painted my original duck boots with various shades of (peculiarly ineradicable) nail polish. They still feel and perform like they're new, but they don't exactly go with my adult wardrobe...
posted by
on October 28, 2011
If you're not used to walking on ice, I would strongly advise against heeled boots.
I wear my regular LL Beans, but I also couldn't give a damn when the weather is crappy. and if this upcoming winter is going to be anything like last, most people are only going to care if they have a prayer of getting to work without getting frostbite while waiting two hours for trains or buses.
Go with practical, insulated, and warm. I promise, no one really cares how your feet look in winter.
posted by
on October 28, 2011
Southerner in Boston here, and I walk everywhere. I shop for winter boots based on function first, then looks. It's easier to find a cold-weather boot that looks decent than a fashion boot that's suited for cold weather. Warm, waterproof, and non-slip is what you're looking for.
And although yawper's right about wide-leg pants not looking very good tucked into boots, it's Boston and I'm cold and I don't want my pants to get slushy, and everyone else is too busy dodging puddles and ice to play fashion police, so dork-ankles it is. If you're commuting to work, you can go dork-ankles and change to nicer shoes when you're inside, but if you're walking around town or going to classes, you won't get to change, and you'll probably want to look good.
I prefer to keep as few pairs of boots as possible, because they're big and take up space, and you're going to want to take them off as soon as you get home and you don't want a jumble of boots by the doorway. A reasonably well-built pair of winter boots should last you a winter or two with daily use. Keep an eye on the soles since the tread's the first thing to go, and you need that tread.
are my current boots, and I really like them so far. They're inexpensive and they straddle the functional/cute line pretty well, though I have yet to snow-test them.
And, well, people still wear Uggs around here, so the bar for looking good in boots is kind of low.
posted by
Metroid Baby
on October 28, 2011
Definitely make sure the boots you buy are waterproof, and not just water resistant. I made that mistake with the first pair of boots I bought when I moved to Massachusetts!
I'm a fan of Sorels. It's true that no one gives a crap if your boots are stylish or not, but Sorel makes some really cute and functional ones. Amazon and Sierra Trading Post have a lot of Sorel boots for good prices right now.
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Also, it's better to spend more money on one pair of boots that you'll have for the rest if your time in college, rather than buying cheap ones that may not last one winter.
posted by
on October 28, 2011
Instead of pants, tucked into boots or not, I recommend long (mid-calf) skirts in a heavy winter-weight fabric like wool or ponte with opaque tights and black thermal leggings underneath (check your local Army-Navy surplus/outdoor gear store) and knee-high waterproof leather boots. In Chicago winters (one, memorably, had a week around -23 degrees F) this outfit was actually
than pants while at the same time less bulky, believe it or not, and when I couldn't avoid stepping in big piles of snow and slush, I just needed to lift my skirt out of the way and didn't have to worry about wet or wrinkled pants hems.
In the winter, I tend to live in my boots.
They do need to be waterproof.
It makes a huge difference. And a good pair will last you several years. My current boots are Rockports, and they are comfortable to walk in, non-skid (crucial!) and have a bit of insulation. Make sure you buy a half-size larger than you normally wear and bring a pair of warm socks along to try out over stockings for bone-crackingly cold days. Because all I wear in the winter are boots, I have two pairs, black and brown, but if you can only have one pair I'd go with black. Heels should be no more than 1"-1.5" at most--I once stumbled on ice and sprained an ankle while wearing 2" boots and will never do so again. Really, when you're walking in the city in wintertime, you want to be warm, comfortable, and surefooted. And leather is best--it might be a little stiff at first, but once you've broken it in, it will be much more comfortable and durable than polyvinyl.
posted by
on October 28, 2011
I live in NY/CT and have a boot problem, uh, obsession.
Once fall rolls around, I live in boots. The best pair I have are my Frye Harness in distressed brown. I've worn them continuously for the past 6 years and they have barely a scuff. Best made boots, evah, in my opinion. They cost around $220 and they are worth every penny. I wear them with jeans, mostly.
Also have a pair of Justin black western boots that I bought 15 years ago. Had to resole them twice due to excessive wear, but otherwise, no problems. These go with jeans and skirts just fine either way.
Every fall I end up buying a cheapy pair of black high heeled boots at Kohls or Target. Basic black with a 2-inch spike heel. I wear them with skirts and dress pants when I have to look respectable.
I have many other pairs of trendy boots in varying styles, from ankle booties to platform suede Stevie Nicks beauties, but the Fryes, Justins and cheapy black dressies are my staples.
I'm probably the exception here, but I have yet to treat my Fryes and have worn them in rain and snow. Perhaps it's the distressed style, but the elements have added to the "patina".
posted by
on October 28, 2011
Redbone's barbecue sucks. (Well, all yankeeland barbecue sucks.) Blue Ribbon BBQ in Arlington (or West Newton) sucks the least in the Boston area.
I tell people I live in the frozen North, but it's really not true. You don't need boots. I've lived in the Boston area for more than 20 years with nothing more than ankle-tops. But then I don't walk in deep snow. They keep the streets and sidewalks pretty clear. But then again, I'm a guy. I grew up in the South, and worked at a shoe store when I was in high school. Women loved to buy boots in the winter, in a place with no snow whatsoever. Go figure.
posted by
Crabby Appleton
on October 28, 2011
Bean boots
are good for mud and rain, and hunting, but they aren't fabulous on snow/ice, and aren't all that warm. I have a pair of Ugg knockoffs that are pretty warm & okay on snow/ice, but suede gets salt-stained easily. That's why I got knockoffs - they won't last. Leather boots look nice, but you have to apply water sealer to keep them from being destroyed by water and salt.
boots from LLBean are warm, have good tread for traction in snow/stability on ice, and look
. Add a pair of more fashionable leather boots to wear on days when the walkways are clear.
posted by
on October 29, 2011
Other alternatives to boot trees: wine bottles, poster tubes, those leftover rolls of gift wrap from Christmas that you can't use because you're worried people will remember it from last year.
posted by
on October 31, 2011
Thanks so much, guys! I ended up getting
these brown waterproof boots
from Merrell at Berk's in Cambridge. Of course, my question looks a little silly in the middle of the warmest winter Boston's had in forever, but I'm really happy with the boots and all of the guidelines I now know to keep in mind in the future!
posted by
on December 9, 2011
Oh, don't worry. Winter hasn't started yet. :) You have months left to enjoy your new boots!
Those look perfect...do I need a 5th pair of boots?
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- TOMORROW'S HEADLINES TODAY: No money this year for western rail project, Lola Aiken memorialized in Montpelier, Supreme Court Castleton murder suspect will remain in jail, Shaftbury man fires shots from his AK-47 into neighbor's home.
- RICHARD'S POOR ALMANACK: On this day in 1959, Soviet Premier Nikita S. Khrushchev arrives in U.S. for historic 13-day visit; in 1987, Secretary of State George Shultz and Soviet Foreign Minister Eduard Shevardnadze sign nuclear reduction agreement.


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INDIANAPOLIS (BP) --- The U.S. Episcopal Church has become the largest American denomination to put its stamp of approval on same-sex unions, as delegates at its triennial convention adopted a provisional liturgy for such occasions.
The "Witnessing and Blessing of a Lifelong Covenant" will debut in December, and can be used for commitment ceremonies for same-sex weddings in states where such unions have been declared legal, according to the church. Delegates approved it July 10.
David Virtue, president of Virtue Online, the Anglican communion's largest orthodox Evangelical Anglican online news service, minced no words in describing the vote.
"It's shocking, it's terrible. They're doing something that's never happened in 2,000 years of church history," he said. "They are legitimizing a behavior and offering rites to that behavior that is untenable, unbiblical, unscriptural, theologically unacceptable to both Roman Catholic, Orthodox and Evangelical Protestant churches."
The Episcopal Church is the American branch of the Anglican denomination.
Days earlier, the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) narrowly rejected, by a 338-308 vote, a proposal to abandon the traditional definition of marriage, a year after it struck down a barrier to ordaining homosexuals. The PCUSA General Assembly, meeting July 6 in Pittsburgh, decided not to change how marriage was defined in the church constitution from a "civil contract between a woman and a man" to a "covenant between two people." The assembly also rejected measures that would have affirmed a traditional definition of marriage or sought more theological study of the issue.
A committee had approved the change to the marriage definition 28-24, with supporters saying that the denomination should take a historic stand for oppressed minorities. "Today the PCUSA has the chance to be prophetic," the Rev. Bob Melone from Virginia said during debate, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Some of the opposition to the change was based on conservative interpretations of Scripture. "I must affirm definition of marriage as between one man and one woman," said Jodi Craiglow, of the Miami Valley Presbytery in Ohio. She directly addressed gay PCUSA members, saying, "As much as my heart breaks for your pain and frustration, I must simply hold to the standard of the God I love."
But the vote also reflected the delegates' fear of further damaging an already fragile denomination. The PCUSA has been losing members for decades. Last year, the denomination dropped just below 2 million members, and several theologically conservative churches have left to affiliate with like-minded denominations.
After the vote, Carmen La-Berge, president of the theologically conservative Presbyterian Lay Committee, told the Post-Gazette that she wasn't sure the vote against same-sex marriage would persuade congregations to stay, given their many concerns, "But, where a redefinition would have served as a lever, this may serve as a salve."
But there is clearly massive pressure within the denomination to continue liberal theological trends. Throughout debate on the measure Friday, PCUSA clergy from the six states where gay marriage is legal said they have been inundated with requests to officiate at same-sex weddings and were upset that they had to risk prosecution in church courts to preside at the ceremonies.
The highest PCUSA court found the Rev. Jane Spahr of San Francisco guilty of misconduct in 2010 for officiating at same-sex weddings when they were legal in California. According to the court's rulings, clergy are allowed to bless same-sex unions but not to perform weddings.
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Here's the result of the TEM x MS&Co. collaboration. As you can see, we used the same fabric as The Essential Cap (Snapback Edition) to produce a small run (25 pieces) of Denim "Essential Notebook" Sleeves which will be available Monday, April 2nd (12p PST) (along with the "TEM Logo" Tee).
You ask "why notebook sleeves?"- well, it really was a no brainer, plus it was the most logical and organic decision…especially since I already carried my "essential notebooks" in MS&Co's original "selvage denim sleeve" (click here)- so when I pitched the idea to Phil (founder) he automatically saw the vision. And hopefully you guys see the vision as well and support a young brotha!
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Here's another example of how the internet makes the world smaller. Last night I came across some press my "Essential Notebooks" received from this online men's lifestyle magazine all the way out in Russia by the name of FrontYard Magazine. This type of stuff always surprises me because I never understand how people come across my site and lord knows I don't have the slightest clue what the article actually reads, but I'm assuming (or hoping) it says something good. Nonetheless I am very humbled by the exposure because I can't think of anyone that I know out there.
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Louisville, KY – Metro Councilman Hal Heiner (District 19) and Middletown Mayor Byron Chapman will hold a public meeting on Phase II of the Shelbyville Road Beautification and Safety embargoed Project (SBSP) from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 24, 2007. The meeting will be held at the Middletown Community Center (11700 Main Street in Middletown).
Mayor Chapman and Metro Councilman Heiner will be joined by SBSP Phase II Design Consultant Joel Morrill of The Corradino Group, and Drew Shyrock of Metro Development Authority.
The Phase II corridor includes property beginning at the intersection of Shelbyville Road and North Watterson Trail traveling east past the intersection of Shelbyville Road to Evergreen Road. To date approximately $1,400,000 in funding has been allocated to beautification and safety improvements along the Shelbyville Road.
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Christine is married to Raoul and is leading soprano at the Opera Populaire. All is well...until Erik returns
Christine, the Countess de Changy sat impatiently across from Raoul, the Vicomte de Changy, waiting for him to give her an answer.
"Come on, Raoul...where are we going?"
"I can't tell you, or it wouldn't be a secret anymore."
"Why does it have to be secret?"
"Because, what's the fun in life without a little secrecy?"
"Nothing. There is no fun with secrets. Secrets don't make friends." She said wisely.
"Christine, that's completely off the point. What I will tell you is..."
"Ooh what?"
"That we are leaving in two weeks."
"Raoul, we got married a year ago. Why have we not gone on our honeymoon yet?"
"Because I was busy, darling." He replied. "I didn't have time."
Christine sighed. "Alright. But promise me that we're going in two weeks exactly. At eleven o'clock in two weeks I expect to be on our way."
"Of course." Raoul kissed Christine lightly and stood up. "If you'll excuse me for a moment. I'll be right back."
Christine nodded and stood up also, walking in front of her dressing room mirror. She fluffed her impossibly curly hair, titling her head.
There was something about the mirror, something strange she remembered. She frowned, looking at her reflection. Then she relaxed, remembering Raoul had advised her to not think too hard.
"I don't want you to hurt yourself," he had said.
Meg Giry sat alone in her dressing room, quietly brushing her hair. She closed her eyes, and his face swarmed into view, smiling, looking at her, into her eyes. Meg sighed and put the brush down, pushing his image away. She told herself that he was married to her best friend, and if Christine ever realized what she was thinking...
Meg shuddered. Lately, her thoughts about Raoul had gone from friendly to romantic, and she dreaded the day Christine might find out. Guilt shredded her insides as she tried to concentrate on something else.
Raoul paced the hallways. He couldn't tell Christine the real reason he had postponed their honeymoon so long. She would feel awful, mistrusted, unloved. He was afraid that early in their marriage, when their love wasn't quite secure yet, that he would swoop in and take her away, make her love him again, and Raoul couldn't have that. He wouldn't lose Christine to someone like that. Raoul knew that Christine was very naïve and could easily be seduced by anyone, particularly him. She had frequently fell victim to him, to his tricks, to his captivity. Raoul didn't want that to happen, he couldn't let Christine slip away from him again. So he waited to make sure Christine fully loved him with all her heart, which she did, before even thinking about planning anything.


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President Benigno Aquino and Vice President Jejomar Binay witness the arrival at the Villamor Airbase in Fort Bonifacio of the slain seven Marines. MARIANNE BERMUDEZ/INQUIRER
Perhaps the whole country is busy dealing with Juaning and Kabayan. Or about the alleged ballot switching at the Batasang Pambansa. Or too occupied praying for Representative Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo (whether they pray for her safety and recovery or the opposite, I don't know). Or still mourning after the loss of the Azkals for their 2014 world cup bid. Or celebrating Eat Bulaga's 32nd anniversary. Or just doing some other stuff that we failed to notice this another gruesome event at the southern part of our country.
Our marines had an encounter with the Abu Sayaff last Thursday at the jungles of Sulu and five (5) of them were decapitated.
Beheading is not something new for these bandits. Most of us would still remember how they decapitate their kidnapped victims and how they dehumanize our troops by beheading the soldiers they kill in the battle.
Maybe the Abu Sayyaf is making their presence felt. For the past few months, we barely hear a thing about them (or maybe the news agencies are just too busy covering and showing us the other important issues? I don't know.). This just shows that the violence in the south is far from over and the government has still a lot of work to do to attain the peace in the south.
I can still remember a Catholic priest who was assigned in Basilan who told us his first-hand experience with these bandits and their victims. He was the guest speaker on the (Lipa) Clergy's monthly recollection when I was still in the seminary. He told us his story when he was assigned to bless the mutilated corpses of the 10 soldiers who were slain and beheaded in Basilan in an encounter in 2007. He could not believe how barbaric these bandits were by doing this hideous crime.
After hearing his story, I was moved and I felt that I was also in front those slain heroes. But he also left a challenge in me if I have the courage to be assigned in a far-flung place with all the perils and dangers accompanying the mission.
Courage. I admire these courageous heroes who sacrificed their lives by defending the country. It is just sad to hear these sad tales about our soldiers in the field amidst these controversies involving the high-ranking officials of the military.
To our heroes in the field, to the thousand nameless and ordinary soldiers who fought to defend our country, thank you for a job-well done. You may have gone but your contribution to the country is priceless and may it always be remembered by the generations to come.
I give you my snappy salute.
Mabuhay ang mga sundalong nagtataya ng kanilang buhay para sa bayan. Viva Filipinas! Padayon!
Elsewhere: 5 Marines Beheaded by Abu Sayyaf, Aquino Mad
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With so many options, the Smokies offer a tremendous number of hiking opportunities. Mentioned below are a few of the most popular and/or exciting destinations: Alum Cave Trail. This is a 4.4 mile roundtrip hike, rated moderate. It includes Arch Rock, a natural arch, InspirationPoint, and the Alum Cave Bluff. Inspiration Point offers a spectacular view of the West Prong of the Little PigeonRiver's upper basin. The bluff resulted from Confederate mining of saltpeter during the Civil War. This trail continues to Mt. LeConte, and its beautiful viewpoints. Roundtrip distance from the parking are to LeConte is 10 miles. Chimney Tops. This is a 4 mile roundtrip hike, rated strenuous. It is a steep climb to two rock spires 4,755 feet inelevation. From the top they provide a spectacular 360-degree view. Andrews Bald. A 3.6 mile roundtrip hike, rated moderate. This hike heads downslope to a bald. Excellent views opento the south, toward Fontana Lake, and in spring the azalea explode with color. This trail head is not accessible by carfrom 12/1 to 4/1. Charlies Bunion. An 8 mile roundtrip, rated moderate. Following the Appalachian Trail, this hike goes out to rockycrags along the State-line ridge. It has excellent views.
Waterfalls adorn most every stream in the Smokies. Only one waterfall, Meigs Falls, is visible from the road. It is 12.9 miles west of the Sugarlands Visitor Center, near the Townsend Wye. All others require hiking, and range from easy to strenuous. Below is a listing of the Smokies best known falls: Laurel Falls is the easiest waterfall hike on the Tennessee side of the park. It is 2.5 miles roundtrip, and follows a paved trail. The trail cuts through the middle of a series of cascades. Laurel Falls is 60 feet high. The trailhead is marked, and can be found between the Surgarlands Visitors' Center and Elkmont Campground on Little River Road.
Grotto Falls is off the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail. It is 2.4 miles roundtrip though a hemlock dominated forest. Grotto Falls is distinctive as the only waterfall in the park one can walk behind. Chasteen Creek Falls is a 4-mile roundtrip hike out of the Smokemont Campground. A small, but graceful fall, this area makes a good moderate hike. Rainbow Falls, at 80 feet, is the highest single plunge water takes in the park. It is a 5.5-mile roundtrip hike. It is rated between moderate and strenuous. This trail makes a good challenge and reveals a beautiful fall.
Indian Creek Falls is a 1.5 mile roundtrip hike out of the Deep Creek Area. Sliding down 35 feet of sloping rock strata, the water livens and cools the air. Along the route is Toms Branch Falls, another a beautiful fall. Henwallow Falls is near Cosby Campground, south of Cosby, Tennessee. It is a 4.4 mile roundtrip along a moderate trail. This 45-foot fall receives less visitation than many other area falls. Abrams Falls is a 5-mile roundtrip hike. The trail begins in the back of Cades Cove loop road and is a moderate hike. Abrams Falls has the largest water volume of any park fall, and is among the most photogenic. Ramsay Cascades is a strenuous 8-mile roundtrip hike. The trailhead begins in the Greenbrier Area. A magnificent scene, Ramsay Cascades tumbles over 100 feet among a spectacular setting.
Rich Mountain Loop is an 8 mile moderate difficulty walk. park in the large parking area at the start of Cades Cove Loop Road. The trail starts across the road fromthe parking area. just past the barricade. Follow the Rich Mountain Loop trailto Indian Grave Gap Trailand continue onto Crooked Arm Ridge Trail.
Smokemont Loop is 5.7 miles long and moderate in difficulty. Park in the designated hikers parking area in Smokemont Campground. Walkto the Bradley Fork trailhead in D-Loop and follow Bradley Fork Trail to Smokemont Loop Trail. The loop returns you to Smokemont Campground.
Cucumber Gap Loop is a 5.1 mile easy walk. Park near the barricade at the start of Little River Trail above Elkmont Campground. Follow Little River Trail to Cucumber Gap Trail and continue oto Jakes Creek Trail down to the old cabins and walk the road back to your vehicle
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Date: February 20, 2013
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The Out-of-Door Academy baseball team defeated Bradenton Christian 10-1 in its Class 3A-District 10 opener Feb. 19.
Jimmy Kuebler pitched a complete game, allowing two hits and three walks while striking out nine. Desmond Lindsay had two hits, including a home run, and three RBI to lead the way for the Thunder at the plate. Tyler Dietrich and Alex Horan also notched two hits apiece.
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Cardinal Mooney alumni plan reunion
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Looming event aids in cancer cause
Learning Express Toys partnered with the MaxLove Project Sept. 13 and Sept. 14 for a special MaxLove International Loom-A-Thon Against Cancer.
MTI hosts 9/11 blood drive
As the nation remembers the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, Manatee Technical Institute will commemorate the tragedy with a blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sept. 10 and Sept. 11, at its main campus, 6305 State Road 70 East, in front of Braden River High Schol.


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Mama Rosa's Pizza and Pasta restaurant on 6770 Santa Rita Road in Pleasanton appears to have closed. Public records show the restaurant was owned by the family of Marino and Nicole Sandoval, the couple who owned the now defunct El Balazo and were convicted of fraud in 2012. Full story here.
Sprouts & Shutters: Sugarie Bake Shop Open
The French bakery, offering traditional pastries and a quintessential cafe experience, has opened in Pleasanton. Details about their menu and their signature pastry here.
Loehmann's to Close
The store's liquidation sale began Thursday. Find out why the store is closing.
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The popular downtown Danville coffee shop will reopen in early 2014. Click here to learn about their new location.
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Bwaaahaahaahahahahahaha! Our, AFC West competition falls on its face.
The Germans have a word for getting enjoyment from the misfortune of someone else. Schadenfreude
"He's just too inconsistent as a person. When you're too inconsistent as a person, you usually aren't going to win championships," Mike Shanahan said.
Translation – "The guy can't control his ding-dong and the coaches are afraid their wives and girlfriends could be the next victim of Henry's baby arm blast. The players won't shower with him, not out of fear for their own personal safety, but because there simply is not room for five legs in the shower. Oh yeah, and did I mention he has nine bastard kids? That too…"
The typical Denver fan, with the lack of oxygen to the brain…will argue "we can use any running back in our system…we've produced more 1,000 yd. backs than any NFL team." I would argue that Tom Nalen and the guy who used to piss in his pants on ESPN made your backs; not the other way around. Do I feel the same about Priest Holmes and the Chiefs line? Kinda, but that view is skewed by my red glasses as well. I shudder to think what LJ would have (and could have) done had he been in Priest's cleats back then.
"We have a lot of guys going in the right direction. We have a tailback coming back that averaged 5.2 yards a carry and some other guys that I have a lot of confidence," Shanahan said.
Translation – "'I'm worried. If I wasn't, I could have named one guy."
Fact is, they will be hurting…they will be platooning RB's all year and I think this is a step backward for Denver. Selvin Young…Michael Pittman from the Bucs and flash in the pan Andre Davis? As Snoop said…"Bitch Please". A rookie tackle in Clady…a few old guys? Dorsey might have his coming out party against these fools. What a fantasy football nightmare Denver is, btw.
For me, who has a best friend that is a Denver fan that loves to rub rings in my face and the like…this is just another bullet in the gun. I think Denver has taken a step back with their poor judgment and players 'effing up beyond belief. One dead CB, lost a pro bowl receiver to a division rival, the #2 WR had a drunken boo-boo which he called "horsing around" that might well have ended his playing days.
It is safe to say that Denver has seen better days when the Raiders look like a bunch of nuns in comparison. That and Denver has people there that want to create an Extraterrestrial Affairs Commission to handle alien encounters.
Kids, this is what happens when you legalize pot at altitude. Be careful out there.
A lot of parallels can be drawn between the Broncos of the late 90′s with Terrel Davis, our Chiefs and Priest Holmes and the Seahawks with Shaun Alexander. The same thing will happen to Purple Jesus this year. Its kind of a chicken and egg argument, e.g. is it the line or the back? All three teams had stellar lines, and a running back that previously had been an unknown, a darkhorse, and a quiet leader. Mix and match them however you wish, you've probably heard them all associated with each of those backs before.
I think that's a good place to stop…and I'll pick that one up in my next post.
Tags: Baby Arm Broncos Chiefs Denver Ding Dong Fantasy Football Priest Holmes Shaun Alexander Snoop Travis Henry