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May 3, 2010
A response to an excellent article by a Man City fan
I don't know if anyone else occasionally peers into the bizarre world that is Blue Moon, but it does leave you thinking that all City fans are egotistical, Spurs-hating morons.
I am ashamed to say that I, therefore, felt surprised when I read an insightful and interesting article written by a City fan (Bloovic), regarding Wednesday's game: Team and Tactics v Spurs (home) Double Bumper Edition. Well worth a read, and I couldn't help but want to write a similar article in response to this, so here it is.
I could start by emphasising just how big this game is, but I think we all already know – it's what we've been building towards all season, and it's still in our hands.
These were the line-ups when we beat City 3-0 at White Hart Lane back in December, a performance which was probably in our top three of the season (better than the 9-1 in my opinion, because the opposition are that much better):
Corluka Dawson Bassong Assou–Ekotto
Lennon Huddlestone Palacios Kranjcar
Crouch Defoe
Richards Onuoha Toure Sylvinho
Barry De Jong
Tevez Ireland Robinho
Mark Hughes was the City manager on that day, and it's fair to say that things have changed fairly significantly for them since then – Mancini is now in charge, they've tended to go 4-4-2 with more regularity, Adam Johnson and Patrick Vieira have come in, Robinho has left, and Ireland has barely had a look-in.
Things have also changed for us, though. Modric has recovered from his broken leg, and has had some excellent performances, Pavlyuchenko is now generally preferred to Crouch, and Kranjcar is out for the rest of the season (and probably the start of next). The most significant change, though, is the form of Gareth Bale. He was a last minute substitute in the home game… I'd imagine that he will be near enough the first name on the team sheet come Wednesday.
There were two comments that stood out particularly to me from Bloovic's analysis:
If Spurs decide to park the bus, City's job will become that much more difficult – we've struggled against this tactic on a few occasions – and Mancini will likely have to alter his formation and approach while the game is in progress to achieve victory.
I think it's reasonable to say that if Redknapp decides to take a more positive approach, then this will suit City's counter-attacking style more, opening up the big Eastlands pitch and creating space for Tevez, Bellamy and Adebayor to exploit.
The reason these stood out is probably clear – he could quite easily be describing us. We too have had difficulty breaking down teams that are prepared to play with two banks of four, and not be too adventurous (Wolves, Stoke, Hull, even Villa) . Conversely, we've had less issue with teams willing to attempt to come at us (Burnley, Wigan, and even City themselves in December).
Obviously at Eastlands, the tables will be turned somewhat. The pressure will be on City, as the home side, to come at us and play an attacking game. For that reason, and remembering that we only need a draw from this game, I'd imagine that Redknapp will be tempted to go with the majority of the team that soaked up so much pressure against Arsenal.
His biggest decision in my opinion is whether to select Palacios. We know that he is one of Redknapp's favourites, and we also know that he likes him when we play away – even at the expense of changing a winning team (United is a perfect example). The organisation and intelligence of Modric and Huddlestone as per the Arsenal and Chelsea games, or the combative, energetic Palacios? It's a big call.
I have an inkling that he will go with one up top (probably Defoe), push Bale and Lennon high up the pitch, and give Modric a free role. Playing this way will mean that we won't be able to play long too often, and we will need to ensure that our passing is short, crisp and, most of all, high tempo. What it does give us, though, is defensive solidarity – effectively a midfield three, with Modric occupying the deepest lying midfield-player (presumably De Jong), and Bale able to double-up on Wright-Phillips if necessary.
I do worry about Bassong, who hasn't had so much football lately, against a City strike paring that seem to be re-finding their form, and I also worry about the prospect of Ben Alnwick in goal. Defoe's form concerns me too – only four league goals in 2010, although two of them did come away from White Hart Lane.
This game could be a classic – there will be plenty of pace and attacking ability on display, and there is so much to play for. On the other hand, with so much at stake, both teams could play a cagey game, and try to grind out a result – especially as a draw for us would be seen as an excellent result. I don't think that style suits us, so I hope we try to play football.
The nerves are building in anticipation, and they will only get worse. I just hope our players play to their true ability, and do themselves and us proud. COME ON YOU SPURS!!
It's a trap! Don't listen to them, we can't park the bus to save our lives, it just isn't in our DNA.
Forward! Attack!!!!!!!!
JD always score against citeh ! it is always a big match for him! I reckon 5 in midfield would ensure the point we need and give us the chance to win it but only if lennon is a starter. COYS!
No need to park the Bus, but five in midfield will help us control the game. We only need a draw but God how i would love a win, to avoid any last day howlers.
I predict a 1-1 boring draw, I just have a funny feeling on this one, all they hype often produces a boring match. I see the last day of the season being the true decider but even I am not willing to predict an outcome as both teams have fluffed their lines this season. If both sides had done the business at the right time, if both teams had produced the goods week in and out, then the top four would have been Chelski, MU, Spurs and MC with the inconsistent Arsehols in the Europa league – but with the rise of the new dawn, next year that is how I see things finishing, Liverpool have had their day, Villa will never quite make it, Brum and Everton will yet again be also ran's.
I agree with anonymous 12.59 – we don't do well when we try to park the bus, as against Man U, for example.
Spurs 4th, With a classy 1-2 win. I think to our shock on wed night we will be confirmed 4th. I also think we will go on to win well on Sunday. Giving us 73 points. Just 3 behind Arsenal.
What a shame about the silly dropped points this season. We could already be confirmed in 3rd
Obviously City are a good side well able to tuck us away at Eastlands, so we will need to fight play well close them down and work our proverbial nuts off for the whole 96 mins.
I always worry when we get to these huge "life changing crossroads" I really hope for the club that this time lady Luck will be with us. I call on the gods of luck to pay back all the times I have sat in a room with Arsenal, Liverpool or Man u fans and had to explain why Spurs just gave away a 2 or 3 goal lead to lose a game we were winning, or why we were able to lose to a down and out Portsmouth team in the FA cup semi final…I will be honest that was an F**k up the like of which only Spurs fans can we used to.
Please Please not this time… BY ALL THAT IS GOOD SPURS FANS DESERVE A BREAK. GIVE US A WIN THAT ACTUALLY MEANS SOMETHING. COYS
Just take us to THE PROMISED LAND Spurs and all will be forgiven . imight even forgive Judas Sol what am i saying no chance there. COYS
Completely agree with Modric in a free role with one up top.
4-4-2 with two out of form strikers will see us get hammered. We'll be totally overrun in midfield.
Ooohhh how I love the comment of Anonymous…It's not in our DNA to park the bus…Forward!!!Attack!!! lovely 🙂
I absolutely agree with the 1st part…and somewhat with the 2nd part for this match.
Let's pray the Octopus will be ready…then keep Kaboul at right back…use all the glue we have to patch up the King to partner Daws with Assou-Ekotto at leftback. A 5 man midfield of Lennon, Huddlestone, Palacios, Modric and Bale and Crouch as a lone ranger up front. Modric could play in the pocket just behind Crouch. Pav could score to save his life at the mo' and Defoe is a definite option up front although Crouch' height gives him the edge.
Forwards and Onwards…get a win..any kind of win because hell…a draw means we have to endure another final day on Saturday. Please boys wrap it up on Wednesday…
When do we ever "park the bus", and when have we ever played 5 in midfield? I think a couple of our (good) games recently have proved that we can play very well with a 4 man midfield.
I agree that Lennon, Huddlestone, Palacios, Modric and Bale is our best midfield option with Crouch up front. Crouch should be better at holding up the ball and provides a greater physical presence – with their not so commanding stand in 'keeper, this an area where we could cause them problems. Just don't let Wilson into our own box for any crucial tackles!
Mancini for me looks a conservative character and remember italians dont like the wing game they will always try 2 shoot(if we let em).parl the bus,i agree with the guy who said its not in our DNA,dont want 2 c the 2006 movie again seen it,SO COME ON YOU SPURS!!!!!!!!
I think the one to watch will be Bellamy. Kaboul will have to work his socks off containing him. Citeh tend to work very quick around the 18yrd, spraying rapid one two's between himself Ade and Tevez. Very likely to go for a sly peno or two if the shit hits the fan. Defensively, I think they are frail, so a nice composed array of build ups on the wings, pleny of possession and most importantly a no nonsense approach to ensuring we work like dogs to get the result we need. I would start with a 5 man midfield with Modric on the top of the Diamond for whoever he decides to put up front in the first half, and in the 2nd if we have the edge go fo 4-4-2. Citeh tend to switch Johnson from left to right, which is what we should do with Lennon, pushing Bale inside occasionally. There will be a mix of strategies employed on the night, and we have to cop it very quickly and adjust. I have a feeling it's going to the last day. I also Believe West Sham will want to climb a couple of places up the table, so I think they will give Citeh a run for their money, give me Burnley any day. I have never been as nervous as I am now and I can't wait, it's in our hands. We should well be 3rd by now. Wolves home and away O – Stoke at home O from 9. Come on Spurs rise to the challenge and feel the support from all the great fans and make them proud. Prediction Citeh 1 – 1 Spurs
Just in ! Steve Bennett will officiate the game on Wednesday. Pleased to hear that. Thanks god it wasn't Wiggy Clattenberg or no wig Howard Webb. Both refs have been unkind to us in the past. Happy with that !! COYS !!!
………Kaboul Bassong Dawson A&E
……………..Palacios Huddlestone
Kaboul was our best player on Saturday.
Bassong because Deadly is crocked.
Palacious and Hudd to sit, Lennon and Bale to push on.
Modric in the hole.
Pav has stopped scoring, defoe cannot hold the ball up so it's either crouch or gudjohnsen as one up.
IMHO of course.
I think a good mind set pre match would be to concentrate on closing in on Ar5ena1 for third automatic group stage spot 🙂 Muppets were beaten 2-1 so a very nervous game against Fulham awaits especially if we beat Citeh. That would more than make up for 2005
the time has come to make amends for lasagnegate, we r spurs and we do things the hard way, 1-1 on wed and 0-3 victory on saturday, champions league here we come,,come on u spurs fans lets enjoy this moment.
Forget changing anything! Keep things as they are. If we think that we are better, force City to change not us.Win,lose or draw, I want to see us having a right good go!! The key will be Bale and Lennon having a go at their full-backs.Iam confident. COYS!!!
I can't see HR playing anything other than 4-4-2. I'm nervous he'll line up with Bale at LB Modric in LM, with Thudd and Wilson in mid and Bentley starting on the right. Bellamy is the big worry and the question is whether Kaboul can cope? Should we be a goal down on 60 mins, then he'll switch things around by bringing on Lennon for Bentley and BAE for Wilson. IMO, I agree with most of the debate here – best to start with a 5 man midfield with Crouch up front but I doubt that HR sees it as we do though. I don't think I've ever been so nervous before a game – win and it'll be the healing of years of hurt since Lasagna-gate, lose and it could well ruin my summer. COYS FFS.
We can't and won't park the bus, and I very much doubt harry will switch from a 442, although I do like the idea of modric sitting behind gudjohnsen – what great touch he has. I feel confident about weds, but expect city feel the same. COYS make us proud, 3rd place is up for grabs!
Windy trust me if we park the Bus two thing s will happen firstly Penalty's and Secondly the bus will get stolen. This is the Team to beat Man City Oilers Pat Jennings Kaboul Dawson Bassong or /King .Midfield Lennon Gudjhosen Huddlestone Moderic Bale crouch Defoe ,This could work by Lennon and Bale tracking back and playing a high line offside trapp risky but we could overun them with that Midfield and Crouch and Defoe .Just look at the ball players Gud Hudds Modds this would only happen if Gomesis injured because we don't want to defend with a rookie Keeper. Coys win 4-2 davspurs
I am quite baffled why no one is predicting a higher scoring game. This is Spurs!! And it is against Citeh!! At least 4 goals in this one… Really really tough. I am worried as a Spurs fan. Citeh have too many danger men up against our makeshift defence. With Shay out of the team, we MUST shoot on sight (I am talking to you Hudd!) Everyone knows that Spurs cannot park the bus. We must study the Citeh vs United game – Citeh were up for that one too, but were rather ineffective. Again please!
I like the idea of a 5-man midfield, and I think 'Arry might go for it next season, but I'd be surprised if he did on Wed. I also think we'd need a new striker – none of our lot are really suited to playing on their own.
I've had to change my boxer shorts seven times since Saturday. Please, if there is a God, let him be a yid.
Lennon has got to start and Kaboul behind him. That way, not ony have we got the pace to deal with Bellamy, he'll also have to track back to try to stop Lennon.
I disagree about the 5 in midfield though. The best form of attack is defense. If we have two up front, especially against a dodgy keeper, we've got much more chance of putting them on the back foot and forcing the issue that playing 5 in the middle and trying to keep the ball there. One mistake in DM and Bellamy, Adebayor or Tevez could be through on goal.
Personally, I'd go for the tesm that beat Chelsea. Modric & Thudd showed that they can mis it with any CM and their passing along with the pace of Lennon on the right and Bale on the left, would really put ManCity on the back foot.
Fact is, if we score, they have to score two. That would open even more space behind for us to exploit.
Advice to 22:14 – Wear the Navy Spurs boxers – as opposed to the lillywhite ones… But I also would like the OPTION of a 5 man midfield – and yes it would require a new striker. Whatever happens Euro-wise, the striker section is our weakest component and needs adressing…
Said like so many fans before Man.u game don't change anything but of course Harry thought he knew better.Perhaps his tactical selections have not been his strongest point and cost us at times but he must be doing a hell of alot right for us to have made such progress this year.With 4th in our own hands now and even a chance on 3rd now it's like being in dreamworld.Please give Palacias and especially JJ a seat in the royal box for the game,my heart won't take the sight of them entering the game at any time.
i don't think playing modric in hole really counts as a defensive 5 man midfield. with lennon, modric, bale supporting crouch with movement and crosses, and hudd playing quarterback while giving us the grit and cover of sgt. wilson in front of the back four. we options all over the place…
tear them apart with pace and movement, go wide and get crosses in, go long, play on the break. but most importantly, they would want to double up on bale and lennon, but with modric switching the play they're going to struggle.
This is the match of the season, without doubt. I think Harry should stick with the 4-4-2 that beat arsenal and Chelsea. It pissed me off when he changed the team against united. Pav can't score at the moment but I think we need a striker who's goin to run his socks off all match and get in vieiras face. But I love the idea of playing crouchy up with him, toure and kompany can be quite suspect. Not sure about starting Lennon yet either. Don't know how much he'll get in the game, whereas bentley will like to come infield and get on the ball. Need modric in the middle to do what scholesy done to city in the derby and control the game, he's good enough. Tough decisions all round, big day for both managers, i guarantee there will be a masterclass from one of them Wednesday night. Come on ledders get fit as well.
All i know is that if we have any chance of winning on wednesday we need a natural right back like k.walker…Kaboul as well as hes played there, will get completely ruined by a.johnson or bellamy!!
Meh… no pressure for the Lillywhites. Just another game in our stride really but PLEASE stay away from the Lasagne lads.
Who cares about the Shitty City game???? Get real!! This is just a formality on our way to the CL where we will beat the Goon on the biggest stage of all and prove that we are the rightful owners of North London. Lets hear what they have to say for themselves come this time next year huh?
Bentley will need to start to offer a bit of protection to kaboul, who is really the only option we have at RB for such a big game. Just look back to the ManU game when BAE and Wilson were exposed. This is no game for Kyle walker yet. Bentley has been solid, allowing all the midfields to keep the ball and pass it around. Plus it will allow HR to bring on Lennon as and when to mix it up.
Crouchy will get the nod over pav and be a physical threat against their CBs like Carew was on sat. We need Defoe to find his shooting boots now more than ever to prove he is the player we know he is. I'm sure capello needs to see it too! I don't care how city line up, if gomez and king are fit and we play at our best then this one is ours!
Let's not change a winning formula.We did this for united and look at waht happened.
Possibly Lennon for Bentley – thats all
Dont care what the formation is, Citeh will win in style, no worries.
Manchester City. Or City, not Citeh.
This is the biggest game ever as a yid.
End of.
Any thought of getting a draw will see us lose. Guaranteed! We need to attack them from the start and play for a big win, otherwise we'll be pushed deeper and deeper and inevitably crack. The only way to get the result we need is to play the match in their half.
Very little chance of Harry playing one up front……it is not something to try out in the 37th game of the season. We have to play our normal game…..get the ball on the floor and pass it non stop. We need Huddlestone centrally with Bale left and probably Bentley to start on the right. I feel he will go with Crouch and Defoe up front but expect to also see Lennon, Palacios and Gudjonsen get a run at some stage. Even when being heavily pressed by the Arsenal we still played 4-4-2…..so that it what we will stick with. Kaboul and BAE will keep their places while only Ledley knows how he feels. A 2-0 win for Spurs….a goal either side of half time from Defoe. COYS
The one silver lining, if we do lose to Man City tomorrow, is it will prepare me well for supporting England at the World Cup.
If Spurs lose, its will be all over for, Liverpool, Spurs, Villa for many seasons to come. City have money (loads of it) and having the attraction of Champions league football will inevitably attract bigger players. I can see them wining the league within 3 years if they get champions league football this year..
Keep tevez out of the game as Daws did at WHL…job done…we will win 3-1….
If Spurs go into the game with the same mind-set as most of the posters on here then it will be a breeze.
Such positivity!
Our defensive record is excellent,'makeshift' or not, and we need the forwards to come good again.
Lennon and Ledley to start if fit.
Palacios gnawing at his chain on the bench.


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Volume XIII. The Victorian Age, Part One.
Matthew Arnold, Arthur Hugh Clough, James Thomson
§ 1. Arnolds early poems.
EMINENT alike as poet and critic, Matthew Arnold holds a place of singular distinction among the representative writers of the Victorian age. His poetical work is much smaller in volume and less varied in interest and range than that of his two more popular contemporaries, Tennyson and Browning, but it reflects, along certain lines, even more faithfully than the poetry of either, some peculiarly significant tendencies of nineteenth-century thought. Arnold himself, at any rate, was convincedand few poets have been surer critics of their own work than hethat he need not fear comparison with either Browning or Tennyson as an interpreter of even the main movement of mind
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and the shrewd observer of men and movements, curiously sensitive to all play of the mind, wherever and in whomsoever he found it. When, at a comparatively early period in his literary career, he virtually abandoned poetry for prose, he at once came into touch with a much wider public, and his letters frankly express the delight which he felt in having, at last, found an audience. His poetry was the fruit of calm contemplation and majestic pains, rather than of urgent and imperative impulse. There is a sense of freedom, and even of gaiety, about his prose which suggests a liberated spirit moving easily and happily in its proper element. And it was not only a delight, but a source of serious satisfaction, to Arnold to feel that, through his prose writings, he was able to exert a real influence upon the life and thought of his own generation. He was an ineffective public speaker; but his written excursions into regions where the popular speaker holds the field attracted as much attention and made as powerful an impression as the most sounding platform utterances of the day. His manner of preaching his new-found gospel had little in it of the fervour of the social crusader, and offered a marked contrast to the strident rhetoric with which Carlyle, for example, sought to impress his contemporaries. He himself defined his method as sinuous, easy, unpolemical; but he employed it with deadly effect in undermining the forts of folly. His banter and his irony often gave offence, and many of his readers found it difficult to put up with the Olympian air of superiority affected by a critic who took the whole conduct of life for his province. But there was no escaping the literary charm of prose discourses cast in a delightfully fresh and individual style, which, with all its mannerisms, retained the pellucid clearness and distinction of his poetry. Moreover, his later prose writings confirmed the opinion which his poetry, and a few early essays, had gone far to establish, that Matthew Arnold was the most brilliant literary critic of his time. Much of his social, political and religious criticism is, perhaps because of its ephemeral subjects, doomed, ultimately, to oblivion, although a good part of it can never lose its point or practical value while the temper and habits of the English people remain substantially what they are. His literary criticisms, however, will live as long as the best of their kind; and, in the combination of remarkable poetic achievement with illuminating discourse on the art of poetry and on the best that is known and thought in the world, Dryden and Coleridge alone, among English writers, share his pre-eminence.
Matthew Arnold, the eldest son of Thomas Arnold, head master of Rugby, was born at Laleham on Christmas eve, 1822. His mother, who survived her husband more than thirty years, was a woman of great force of character, who had so much intellectual sympathy with her son as to make his letters to her the most intimate personal records of him that we possess. Matthew owed much to his distinguished fatherhis high sense of duty, his intellectual honestry, his austere moral ideals were abiding paternal inheritances; but, as his life and writings tended more and more to show, he was in some ways, and particularly in temperament, curiously unlike him. Matthew Arnold entered Rugby in 1837, where he remained until he won a Balliol scholarship at Oxford in 1841. Oxford, at that time, was agitated by the tractarian movement, and Newman was at the height of his extraordinary influence in the university. That influence does not seem to have had much, if any, intellectual or spiritual effect upon Matthew Arnold; but, like others of more or less note in the Oxford of his day, he fell under the spell of Newmans personal charm, of which he gives a vivid description in one of the latest of his public utterances.
Arnold, by temperament, was too anti-clerical, and probably, shared too strongly his fathers pronounced hostility to the neo-catholic movement, to have any deep sympathy with Newmans teaching. In 1843, he won the Newdigate prize with a poem entitled
but he disappointed his friends and tutors, a year later, by obtaining only a second class in
Literae Humaniores.
Like his friend Clough, however, who had met with a similar fate before him, he was consoled for his ill-success in the schools by the award of a fellowship at Oriel. Passionately though Matthew Arnold loved the sweet city with her dreaming spires, even the attainment of this coveted academic dignity could not keep him at Oxford. Probably, as some of his admirers have suggested, the line of life that would have suited him best was that of a diplomatist.
A diplomatic career seemed to lie in his way when, in 1847, he was appointed private secretary to lord Lansdowne. The best thing, however, in the way of advancement which lord Lansdowne, then president of the council, could do for him was to appoint him to an inspectorship of schools. Though I am a schoolmasters son, Arnold long afterwards frankly told a meeting of teachers, I confess that school-teaching or school-inspecting is not the line of life I should naturally have chosen. I adopted it in order to marry. That was in 1851, when he married Frances Lucy Wightman. The conditions of his official work were anything but favourabel to the production of poetry; but nearly all Arnolds best poetry was written during the busiest years of his school inspectorate. As the years went on, he came to discover that even the drab task-work of school inspection had its compensations. He loved children, and he took a genuine interest in the welfare of teachers; moreover, in his journeys from school to school, he acquired that many-sided knowledge of English life and character of which he made effective use in his social criticisms. He dwelt with the Philistines in their tents, was constantly going in and out among the populace and, on occasions, broke bread with the barbarians.
In 1859, Matthew Arnold was appointed foreign assistant commissioner on education, and sent on a mission to enquire into the systems of primary education prevailing in France, Holland, Belgium, Switzerland and Piedmont. The immediate result of this continental visit was the issue, in 1861, of his
Popular Education of France,
of which the most permanently valuable part, the introductory essay, was subsequently republished under the title Democracy in
Mixed Essays
(1879). In 1864 appeared a by-product of the same foreign mission entitled (not, perhaps, very appropriately)
A French Eton,
being an account of the general economy of a
at Toulouse. In 1865, he went abroad on a second educational mission, of which the published record appeared, in 1868, under the title
Schools and Universities on the Continent.
These volumes, and the
Reports on Elementary Schools,
edited after his death by Sir Francis Sandford, make up the sum of Arnolds official educational writings, and they all belong to the period of his poetical activity, which practically ended with the year 1867. To the same period, also, belong two other prose works which stand somewhat apart from the series of writings, beginning with
Culture and Anarchy,
which won for him his contemporary renown as a social and political critic. They are the delightful critical discourses
On Translating Homer
(1861) and
The Study of Celtic Literature
(1867), in which we find the essence of his prelections from the chair of poetry at Oxford, a post to which he was elected in 1857 and which he held for ten years. After 1867, Arnold wrote little poetry, and entered upon a career as publicist on social, religious and political subjects which led him somewhat far afield from the high road of literature. He soon became a controversialist whom the newspapers and magazines of the hour found it profitable to notice and to attack; his fame spread across the Atlantic, and in 1883, led to the inevitable Amercian lecturing tour which has been the not always happy lot of many popular English authors. Arnolds Amercian experiences seem, on the whole, to have been fairly fortunate, and he himself set such store by his lectures in the United States as to tell one of his friends
Discourses in America
was the book by which, of all his prose writings, he most desired to be remembered. In 1886, he resigned his school inspectorship, and was awarded a state pension. He died suddenly at Liverpool on 15 April, 1888. His life, in spite of uncongenial tasks and some sore domestic trials, was a peculiarly happy one, and the secret of its happiness was his serene temper and an inexhaustible interest in mundane things, evident throughout his letters to his friends and his family.
Note 1
. See letter to his mother, June, 1869.
vol. II, p.9.
Note 2
Discourses in America.
Note 3
. G.W.E. Russell,
Matthew Arnold,
1894, p. 49.
Note 4
. G. W. E. Russell; see his
Matthew Arnold,
p. 12.
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2013 SAMSA SEA Pledge Tour
The SAMSA SEA Pledge Saldanha to Sodwana Tour of April/May 2013 was a great success in its own right and also laid a solid foundation for the subsequent tours and activities. The touring team and on many occasions its SAMSA partners were active in Saldanha Bay, Langebaan, Simonstown, Cape Town, Hermanus, Mossel Bay, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Natures Valley, Port St Francis, Port Elizabeth, Kenton-on-Sea, East London, Port Shepstone, Scottsburgh, Amanzimtoti, Durban, Ballito Bay, Richards Bay and Sodwana Bay (20 venues). The tour was launched by Dr Sylvia Earle, National Geographic Explorer in Residence and TED award winner, who is the SST Patron. An additional nine South African marine scientists, photographers, ocean adventurers, divers and all conservationists gave the other lectures.
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A SEA Pledge is a written, spoken or video commitment you can make to increase your handprint (the positive actions you make for the environment) and decrease your footprint (the negative impacts you have on the environment). Depending who you are or what you do, your pledge will differ.
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Tailored Sofas for Elegance & Sophistication
While we often advocate for incorporating pieces of furniture into your home that bring lots of interest and personality, sometimes you have a room that could benefit from sophistication and grace — the kind that a good, sturdy tailored sofa can provide.
Tailored is one of those words that we think means a lot to different people. As it should. "Tailored" can fit in with a lot of different styles because it usually represents something that has an elegant feel to it. Something that has clean lines; an "unfussy" look. Sometimes boxy, oftentimes with firm cushions, tailored doesn't designate a certain color or pattern, but it does infuse interiors with a lot of sophistication. Need proof? We found ten recent house tours sporting tailored sofas, and you can see for yourself how elegant they make each space:
Top Row:
1) Sharon & Chris' Monochrome Wonder
2) Suki's Gem On The Hill
3) Michael's "Comfortable Modern" Rowan Building Loft
4) Jason & Marisa's Wonderfully Woodsy Dallas Home
5) Danielle's Small Modern Cottage
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6) Andrew & John's Vintage Berwyn Bungalow
7) Lisa's Stylish Downsizing Story
8) The Las Vegas Home of MadeByGirl's Jen Ramos
9) Joanna & Gerry Collectively Maximize Their Small Space
10) Dana & Steve's Sunny Southern Craftsman
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Czech Republic's Fully-Tattooed Presidential Candidate
Photo of Vladimir Franz by David W. Cerny, posted with permission.
International news is buzzing over the campaign of Vladimir Franz, whose run for president of the Czech Republican has gained such momentum, he's now third among the nine candidates, according to ABC News.
The 53-year-old artist, drama professor and composer (who also holds a law degree) has near full tattoo coverage and has told reporters that his tattoos are "not a handicap, they are added value," adding "Elections are not a beauty contest. It is all about tolerance." Indeed, his four "pillars" of his campaign are "education, culture, morality and tolerance."
Mr. Franz is not part of any political party, nor does he have any political experience, and that his part of his appeal. According to RT.com, Mr. Franz decided to run for office "after a group of admirers launched the 'Franz for President' initiative and plead him to shake up the election with his shock factor." And by the press coverage he's getting worldwide, shock factor is an understatement.
It's interesting to read how different news outlets cover Mr. Franz's campaign. Obviously, the tattoos take up a large part of those articles; in fact, most of the headlines about his campaign have the word tattoo in them. Some even editorialize it like the headline of the ABC news piece I linked above: "Despite Face Tattoo Vladimir Franz Is Presidential Contender." Then there's this Guardian poll: "Are tattoos a political turn-off?"
Well, judging from the polls, the tattoos are a turn-on. And it is very exciting to see Mr. Franz represent the heavily tattooed in a very powerful way. We'll be following the Czech elections this Friday and Saturday to see how he does.
Here's a quick video below on his campaign, which includes a number of photos from David Cerny as well.
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Drama version of Civil Servant in the works..
The hit action-comedy movie Level 7 Civil Servant (aka 7th Grade Civil Servant aka My Girlfriend Is An Agent) is getting remade into a drama series, and is currently in the planning stages with Apple Tree Pictures, which produced comedy series The Man Who Can't Marry and thriller drama Time Between Dog and Wolf.
This news had actually been floated about a year ago, but it looks like producers are jumping on it now to capitalize on the success of Chuno, whose writer, Chun Sung-il, also penned Civil Servant. Chun will also write the scripts for the television adaptation, which means he'll be mighty busy in the coming months, as he has already signed on to write Rain's comeback drama Runaway (which, by the way, also happens to be described as a spy drama, although chances are it'll be more serious than Civil Servant). Runaway is being planned for later this year, while the Civil Servant drama will follow next year.
With the success of IRIS, we're about to get a rush — dare I call it a glut? — of spy-oriented drama series. There's IRIS 2, the spinoff series Athena, and Runaway. And now Level 7 Civil Servant. However, the one thing that sets this apart is its strong comic angle; the movie was lots of zippy fun.
The movie's plot centered around a woman (Kim Haneul) who hides her spy identity from her slightly bumbling but well-meaning boyfriend (Kang Ji-hwan). When her stories don't add up and he gets tired of being shoved aside for odd reasons, he finally leaves her and goes abroad for his job. A few years later, he comes back as a rookie agent and runs into her again, much cooler now but not without a trace of his former dorkiness. (LOVE him!) But of course, neither can let on that they're both spies, and moreover, their respective teams are working on cases that bring them repeatedly in contact with each other. The plot didn't always convince — bioweapons, Russian baddies, blah blah — but the humor and the two leads made for an entertaining ride.
There have been a few instances of movies being turned into dramas, which include the recent Friend, Our Legend and 2008′s Gourmet. The success of the drama will hinge on who they cast for the two leads, because Kang Ji-hwan and Kim Haneul had tons of chemistry, so I'll be very keen to know who they end up picking.
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Actress Kim Tae Hee eyes a comeback in the 2nd half of 2012.
A representative of Kim Tae Hee's agency spoke with NewsEN on April 6th, "We are planning a 2nd half comeback for her. Kim Tae Hee is currently reviewing the script for the drama 'My Girlfriend Is An Agent', which she has been rumored to have accepted the role already, but nothing has been decided as of yet."
The rep. continued, "She's been offered many roles so we are carefully considering them all. In the big picture we are planning a 2nd half comeback, but we do not know whether the comeback project will be a drama, a movie, or an overseas project at this point in time."
The drama 'My Girlfriend Is An Agent' is a TV adaptation of the film with the same name starring Kang Ji Hwan and Kim Ha Neul. The movie 'My Girlfriend Is An Agent' tells the story of a couple who are secret agents and keeping their identity a secret from each other. The movie was a big success commercially.
Kim Tae Hee hasn't starred in a Korean drama since last year on MBC's 'My Princess'. During her absence on Korean TV she made her Japanese debut with the drama 'Me and My Star's 99 Days' and it was relatively successful for a debut drama.
Source: NewsEN via Nate
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Actor Lee Dong Gun rumored to make a comeback to the small screen this fall
Actor Lee Dong Gun is rumored to be making a comeback to the small screen with MBC's upcoming drama, 'The Secret Lovers'.
Having completed his army service in March, Lee Dong Gun was previously rumored to be making a comeback with 'I Can't Lose'. With the drama unfortunately being pushed back in production, he's inevitably had to pick another one, which ended up being 'The Secret Lovers'.
The drama is a remake of the romance comedy movie, 'My Girlfriend is an Agent'. A majority of officials in the industry revealed, "Lee Dong Gun is currently named as the most likely leading cast member of 'The Secret Lovers'."
'The Secret Lovers' is expected to begin airing in September with participation by writer Chun Sung Il, the writer for the original film, and PD Kim Sang Hyub.
Hope to see the actor make his return soon!
Source + Photos: Sports Seoul via Naver
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Joo-won offered Level 7 Civil Servant remake
Being knee-deep in one drama apparently doesn't preclude you from getting cast in your next one, because Joo-won is reportedly up for the lead in the upcoming drama adaptation of Level 7 Civil Servant, the hit 2009 film starring Kim Haneul and Kang Ji-hwan (also called My Girlfriend Is an Agent). The drama version will be called Secret Man and Woman.
It's a romantic comedy about a regular guy who dates a woman not knowing that she's actually a super-secret agent. She eventually ends things to keep her cover, and then returns years later… only by then HE's been recruited to be a super-secret spy too, and their jobs start to complicate things.
The drama is being written by the original film's writer, Chun Sung-il, of Chuno and Runaway. All this has to be taken with a grain of salt though, as this drama has been in development for years, and has had many a casting rumor come and go. It's reportedly got a slot on the MBC lineup, as a 24-episode Wednesday-Thursday drama, set to follow Arang and the Magistrate.
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Ju Won Confirmed as Lead Spy of ′The Secret Lovers′
Ju Won will be throwing off his secret identity as a traditional superhero to become a good-looking secret spy.
WThe actor has been cast for the male lead named Gil Ro in MBC′s upcoming The Secret Lovers. The drama, set to air from January 2013, will be a drama about how the lead spy couple, with hidden identities, will fall in love. It gained its motif from the spy couple of the film 7th Grade Civil Servant.
Gil Ro is a man who always wanted to be a spy ever since he watched the 007 series when he was little. He is a kind, affluent and stylish man. He finally makes it into the National Intelligence Service, but is hit with many difficulties soon after.
A rep from the drama′s production company Apple Tree Pictures said, "The Secret Lovers is our first project with the original writer Cheon Seong Il, and took two years to put together since our first meeting in the spring of 2010. We′re especially looking forward to the role Ju Won will play as the lead. You will be able to see his stable acting along with sides of him you′ve never seen before."
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2PM's Chansung likely to join the cast of 'The Secret Lovers'
2PM's Chansung is planning to join MBC's 'The Secret Lovers'. MBC said, "There is positive talk going back and forth from Chansung's side. There's no formal contract as of yet, but it looks likely that Chansung will be joining the cast."
Chansung has previously acted in the sitcom 'Unstoppable High Kick' in 2007 before his debut, and then again in the Japanese drama 'Kaitou Royale'. If he takes the role for 'The Secret Lovers', this will be Chansung's first time acting in a Korean drama, and the 3rd member from 2PM after Taecyeon and Wooyoung.
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Choi Kang Hee To Join The Cast Of 'The Secret Lovers'?
Choi Kang Hee is thinking about starring in "The Secret Lovers"
Her agency revealed on the 18th, "She is currently filming the movie 'Mina's Stationary Shop' with Bong Tae Gyu. She has been looking through the script for 'The Secret Lovers' and is going through the details".
Joo Won will be in the role of the leading male. The drama plans to also star 2PM's Chansung but the cast is not fully determined as of yet.
"The Secret Lovers" is a romantic spy movie about a man and a woman who are the best when it comes to fooling another person, especially each other.
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Choi Kang Hee confirmed to be the main lead in "Secret Lovers"
Actress Choi Kang Hee will star in "Secret Lovers" next to Joo Won.
It was confirmed on October 23rd that Choi Kang Hee is going to be Kim Seo Won the daughter of a poor farmer who has economy difficulties. She has a lot of jobs in order to pay her university loans. She's a strong woman who has the ability to survive, due to her experience in life.
"Secret Lovers" is based on the movie "My Girlfriend Is an Agent" and it's about two spies who fool each other trying to keep their real identity unknown to the other person. The drama is said to be very well- done spy drama,that deals with love and friendship as well as crimes and gangs conflicts.
Choi Kang Hee received a lot of from people from her last project, the 2011 drama "Protect The Boss" in which she acted alongside Ji Sung and JYJ's Kim Jae Joong. She is currently filming a movie called "Mina's Stationary Shop".
"Secret Lovers" is expected to start airing in January 2013 on MBC.
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2PM Hwang Chan-seong cast for "The Secret Lovers"
2PM Hwang Chan-seong is starring in the mini series, "The Secret Lovers"
Hwang is starring in the romantic comedy "The Secret Lovers" which is about the happenings between two agents in the National Intelligence Service and is based on the 2009 movie "My Girlfriend is an Agent". Joo Won and Choi Kang-hee have been cast previously as the leading characters and it will be released in January next year.
Hwang's character in the movie is the one that creates a three way romance with Seo-won (Choi Kang-hee) and Gil-ro (Joo Won). His gentle yet sharp and well-controlled characteristic makes him the ace of the agency and is the one and only special agent. His good looks and height present him well but the scars on his body hint that he might've went through a lot in the past.
Apple Tree Pictures say, "Hwang is an idol star that represents all idols but still has the spirit and seriousness as well as passion as any other rookie actor. He is working hard to prepare for this role".
Meanwhile, Hwang Chan-seong has starred in "High Kick!" and dramas "Jungle Fish" and such.
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Secret Agent War is getting a name change… back to Level 7 Civil Servant
Level 7 Civil Servant's first script read
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"Level 7 Civil Servant": Joo Won Gets A Kick Out Of Choi Kang Hee
Joo Won literally gets a kick out of Choi Kang Hee on the set of Level 7 Civil Servant, when their characters meet for the first time. Their first scenes also included shooting at the Taebaek-san racing course on December 5th.
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Clearly Special: A Hotel Bedroom Under the Sea
Walkways in aquariums are impressive, but they've got nothing on this underwater hotel bedroom in the Maldives. Can you imagine waking up with the Indian Ocean and its sea life floating around you?
The Maldives, a chain of atolls located about 250 miles south of India, are notable for being strikingly beautiful and also being the lowest country in the world. On average, the land is only about two feet above sea level — meaning that the country is in a particularly perilous position due to climate change and rising seas. While the hotel room is novel, beautiful, and luxurious, the threat the nation faces is very real. To hammer home the reality, the president has even held a meeting of his cabinet underwater.
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Fujitsu ScanSnap iX100 Mobile Document Scanner
The ScanSnap iX100 is Fujitsu's latest mobile document scanner. Like the iX500––Fujitsu's full-sized desktop scanner––the iX100 has wireless capabilities that give it added convenience, especially when on the go. Its portability, strong performance, and support for Android and iOS make the iX100 an ideal road warrior companion.


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Choosing between grounded and ungrounded electrical system designs
Understanding both grounded and ungrounded electrical systems enables engineers to apply the appropriate grounding topology for the electrical system requirements.
Grounding and shielding electrical systems are of key importance to electrical engineers. Understanding the basic operations between grounded and ungrounded electrical systems is necessary for matching the appropriate grounding topology to the desired electrical system performance.
Selecting the proper grounding topology for an electrical distribution system is important to ensure facility occupant safety and health as well as reliable and safe electrical equipment operation. According to NFPA 70: National Electrical Code (NEC), Article 250.4(A)(1), the purpose of electrical system grounding is, "To limit the voltage imposed by lightning, line surges, or unintentional contact with higher-voltage lines that will stabilize the voltage to earth during normal operation." The focus of Article 250 is to describe the grounding topologies available among grounded and ungrounded systems and how they operate.
The purpose of grounding the electrical system as stated in NFPA 70: National Electrical Code (NEC) is, "To limit the voltage imposed by lightning, line surges, or unintentional contact with higher-voltage lines that will stabilize the voltage to earth during normal operation." To achieve these goals, the NEC provides the framework for the selection of grounding methodologies in Article 250. The focus of this article is to describe the grounding topologies available among grounded and ungrounded systems and how they operate.
The importance of providing a solidly grounded circuit for safety was recognized in the early editions of the NEC. According to "IAEA Soares Book on Grounding," 100 years ago, the 1913 NEC committee required that "transformer secondaries of distributing systems must be grounded, provided the maximum difference of potential between the grounded point and any other point in the circuit does not exceed 150 V and may be grounded when the maximum difference of potential between the grounded point and any other point in the circuit exceeds 150 V." The code committee recognized that when a fault occurs on a grounded circuit, the grounded conductor maintains the system voltage at a stable source voltage rather than floating up to a higher potential. This protects individuals from being exposed to a potentially lethal shock were they to touch a faulted line, equipment, or chassis.
Solidly grounded systems
Today, because grounded systems offer greater voltage stability, most of the systems described in Article 250.20 of the NEC require a grounded system, whether it is a solidly grounded system or an impedance grounded system. Historically, the most commonly used system is the solidly grounded system (see Figure 1).
The NEC allows up to 25 ohms of ground resistance, recognizing different soil resistivities found across the U.S. However, the lower the ground resistance (or higher the ground conductivity), the better the ground fault detection system will operate. Typically, 5 ohms is a good design basis for commercial buildings. Lower ground impedance may be required for some medical imaging equipment. In a solidly grounded system, the ground fault system performs better with smaller ground electrode resistance. Article 250.2 of the NEC states that an effective ground fault current path consists of "an intentionally constructed, low impedance, electrically conductive path designed and intended to carry current under ground fault conditions." Therefore in a solidly grounded system, it is the design intent to provide an earth reference to open a circuit as quickly as possible to isolate the fault based on high current flow. This prevents the fault from escalating and also protects connected motors and equipment from damage (see Figure 2).
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St. Stephens forward Macy Franklin ready for 'Clash'
Before she heads off to Wingate University to play, St. Stephens forward Macy Franklin has two games left in her prep soccer career.
Franklin is one of 18 players selected to play in the Seventh Annual Clash of the Carolinas.
The game, which features North Carolina prep soccer standouts against South Carolina girls soccer players, takes place on Saturday at 1 p.m. at Blackbaud Stadium in Daniel Island, S.C.
The Clash is the only game of its kind in the United States that features graduated prep standouts from two different states facing each other in a contest.
Lady Indians coach Chuck Davis notified Franklin of her selection for the contest in the spring.
Franklin felt honored to be selected as one of the best soccer players in North Carolina.
"I didn't realize how much of an honor it was at the time, but coach told me I was one of the eighteen girls chosen," Franklin said. "I was so happy and so surprised that I couldn't stop smiling all day. It meant a ton to me, and I feel so honored to be able to participate. I'm pretty nervous about the game because I want to make a good impression, but I am just so happy. I'm going to work my very hardest to play at the best of my ability and not take for granted the opportunity I've been given."
Franklin scored 49 goals and made nine assists during her senior season at St. Stephens High School.
Twenty-four of those goals came in the 3A playoffs with Franklin helping lead St. Stephens to its first-ever state title game appearance in school history.
Several of Franklin's recent postseason rivals, including Cardinal Gibbons' Christina Gibbons and Charlotte Catholic's Ana Waits, will become teammates during the Clash.
All three of the girls are members of the North Carolina squad.
Franklin sees Gibbons, Waits and rest of her state teammates in a different light.
"I don't really see them as rivals anymore because we are all going to be on the same team for this game," Franklin said. "I've also been to a couple of soccer camps where I have played with players from rival schools. I'm actually very excited to play with these players because the level of the game will be better."
Saturday's contest will be sentimental for Franklin with Davis coaching her for the final time in her prep career.
"It's really sad because he's been the best coach and mentor I could ever ask for," Franklin said of Davis. "He's helped me become the player I am today. I would never had made it so far without him. He's like family now, and I'm going to miss having him as my coach. I thought we had our last game already at states, so it makes me really happy that we get one more. I want to make him very proud. I'm also very proud of him for keeping the faith in us as a team and sticking with us through everything. He always knew we could make it all the way. We just needed to believe in ourselves."
After Saturday, Franklin has one last prep contest before heading off to Wingate University.
She was selected to the North Carolina Coaches Association East-West All-Star Game, which takes place Tuesday, July 23 at 6:30 p.m. on the campus of UNC-Greensboro.
The game features the best players in the state from the West side of the state taking on the best players from the East.


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Long-Term Review
2013 Dodge Dart: Oil Change and Gas Mileage
The "oil change due" light came on in our 2013 Dodge Dart at around 6,700 miles, prompting us to check the oil level. It turned out the Dart was low on oil, so we immediately booked a trip to the dealership for an oil change.
Booking the trip was easy. To do so, we used our local dealership's online appointment tool, which allowed us to make a reservation in only a few minutes and did not require us to sign up. We only had to plug in our vehicle information and the type of service needed, and our reservation was made.
The oil change was just as easy at the dealership, where we were provided with free coffee and Wi-Fi. During the wait, our staffer mentioned to the service adviser that our city fuel economy numbers had been a little low. The adviser recommended mid-grade or premium fuel to improve gas mileage. We'll give that a shot, though the manual says regular fuel is acceptable.
The service adviser also had the usual advice: Keep revs down and keep your foot off the gas. But with the slick shifter and turbocharged engine, doing so can be hard with the 2013 Dodge Dart.
We have had mostly good things to say about the Dart's highway gas mileage. On two long trips, we easily beat 30 miles per gallon, and -- when driving responsibly -- we edged closer to 35 mpg. That is excellent fuel economy, and it goes along with our service advisor's instructions to keep our foot off the gas pedal around town.


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Cat in the Hat Knows A Lot About That! "No Night Today/Fun in the Sun" No Night Today - Nick and Sally want to keep playing, but it's getting dark. Why does nighttime have to come? The Cat knows someone who can answer that question - Astronaut Audrey! With a trip to her International Space Station and a large model of the solar system, the kids learn that it's the earth's spinning near the sun that makes it night or day. Fun in the Sun - Phew it's hot! Too hot to play outside. D
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Wild Kratts "Falcon City" The Kratt brothers are itching to fly with the world's fastest animal, the Peregrine falcon, which can hit top speeds of 240 mph. But their efforts are side-tracked when the rest of the Wild Kratts team challenges them to find the falcon in the city instead of in the wild, and Chris' Creature Power Suit is accidentally activated with Pigeon Powers ! But then they discover that Zach is sending his Zachbots to clean off a building that has a peregrine falcon nests with chicks! Martin and Chris must activate their Peregrine falcons powers and harness the force of gravity to pull off a high flying creature rescue!. D
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Outdoor Idaho "Salmon River Lodges & Legacies" This special travels the Salmon River, stopping each night at a historic lodge to meet the people, who continue in the footsteps of hearty pioneers in the wild heart of Idaho. Each stop reveals a rich history. Rafters, guides, boat operators and residents all reveal how they are drawn to the river repeatedly - or permanently.G
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Dialogue "Doris Kearns Goodwin: Conversations from the Sun Valley Writers' Conference" The Pulitzer Prize-winning author and historian Doris Kearns Goodwin talks with host Marcia Franklin about the lessons we can learn from Abraham Lincoln.G
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Value Line assigns Financial Strength ratings across a spectrum from A++ (Highest) to C (Lowest). Generally speaking, the largest companies with the strongest balance sheets get the highest scores. Factors considered in making a rating determination include balance sheet strength, corporate performance, market capitalization, stability of returns, and business outlook, among others.
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Although a company's Financial Strength rating is just one factor among many that investors should consider, it is an important one. Moreover, shareholders should take particular note of changes in this rating—both up and down. Value Line subscribers have access to our complete list of Financial Strength upgrades and downgrades each week in the Selection & Opinion section of the product. Noted here, however, are recent upgrades awarded to Brocade Communication Systems (BRCD) and Kulicke & Soffa Industries (KLIC).
Brocade Communication Systems
Brocade Communication Systems develops, markets, and sells a line of switches and software for connecting computer servers and storage devices through fiber channel and enterprise networks. These connections allow companies to share storage in Storage Area Networks that offer high security, high performance, reliability, and scalability.
Brocade has introduced some promising new technologies, its most notable being virtual cluster switching (VCS), which appears to be a major breakthrough for the data center industry. Management thinks that VCS will increase the adoption rate of fully virtualized, cloud-enabled data centers. Another key offering is a 100-gigabyte router that is designed to facilitate the tremendous growth of network traffic that many of Brocade's customers are now facing. We also believe that sales of new 16-gigabyte products to some major OEMs will help shore up results in the Storage Area Network division.
We look for earnings to continue to recover in fiscal 2013. The operating margin is poised to improve, thanks to relatively high markups on the Data Storage Products division's latest offerings, as well as new operating efficiencies.
Over the longer term, we look for decent top- and bottom-line annual growth. In addition to recent product launches, Brocade might well continue to benefit from rising global technology spending. This will likely be the case, assuming strengthening global economic conditions over the 3- to 5-year pull.
We have recently increased the Financial Strength Rating for Brocade from C++, to B. This largely reflects the company's improving bottom-line performance, coupled with a stronger financial position. Debt-to-total capital is currently at a manageable level, while cash on the balance sheet is sizable. Management has utilized this cash hoard to buy back shares in recent months. We look for this endeavor to continue moving forward, which should help boost shareholder returns.
Kulicke & Soffa Industries
Kulicke & Soffa supplies production equipment to manufacture, assemble, and test semiconductor devices. Assembly equipment products include wire bonders (92% of sales) and packaging materials (8%). Foreign sales account for 98% of the total. Research and development costs equaled 8% of the top line in fiscal 2012.
The current fiscal year, which ends September 28th, 2013, could prove to be a challenging one. Lingering macroeconomic concerns, combined with excess supply capacity in the chip industry, might well lead to a decrease in outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT) demand. Lower utilization rates might well cause customers to delay their capital spending.
That said, healthy long-term fundamentals remain intact, reflecting overall solid demand for mobile devices. What's more, the current industrywide transition from gold to copper ball bonders is likely to be a key intermediate-term driver. Indeed, the company's leading market position in copper bonders should provide a valuable competitive advantage going forward.
Management continues to pare costs in the current lackluster demand environment. More specifically, it recently implemented a cost-cutting program designed to decrease discretionary operating expenses. Furthermore, it moved its wedge bonder manufacturing to lower-cost, Asia-based facilities.
We have boosted Kulicke's Financial Strength rating from C+ to B, given the company's improved financial standing. Kulicke has no debt on the ledger, while cash on hand is currently more than $5.85 a share (around half the share price). Though earnings per share are likely to dip in the current fiscal year, we believe this is due to broader economic factors, and is not related to company-specific concerns.
At the time of this writing, the author did not have any positions in any of the companies mentioned.


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OCZ RevoDrive X2 100GB PCI Express Hard Drive Review
There are some of us out there that love to live on the bleeding edge of speed. Having the fastest, latest and greatest keeps you on the forefront of technology and ahead of the pack. When it comes to storage, there is a fine line between the speeds that a user wants and the capacities that they need. Solid State Drives (SSDs) have always used the trade off of less space for faster access. To add storage you can combine multiple drives into a RAID array, but you would need an additional drive for each expansion when using a traditional drive setup. SSDs have come a long way since their first introduction with higher capacity memory and faster controllers, such as the SandForce SF-1200 series. Before the RevoDrive, if you wanted to run a RAID setup for SSDs, you needed multiple physical drives and a decent RAID controller. OCZ changed the industry when it released a single drive configuration that runs RAID on a one "drive" setup and onboard RAID all tossed into a PCI Express based configuration with the RevoDrive.
OCZ has been in the SSD business for some time and is no stranger to PCI Express based drives, as we have seen with the original RevoDrive and other lines. The original design was amazing in offering PCI Express based storage technology to consumers and the RevoDrive X2 builds on that model and makes it even faster and with higher capacities. The RevoDrive X2 offers capacities up to 960GB in size with a maximum read speed of 740MB/s and a maximum write speed of 720MB/s based on the drive configuration. Top that off with a three year warranty and a two million hour mean time before failure and you have a solid piece of hardware ready to do some damage. The RevoDrive series was made with speed in mind. Combining multiple banks of SSDs onto a PC Board and linking them together in a RAID-0 design improves read and write speeds for maximum throughput. If you were impressed with the two drive setup, as I was with the original RevoDrive, then you will be just as excited with the RevoDrive X2.
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The OCZ RevoDrive X2 packaging looks the same as the original RevoDrive we reviewed here at OCC last year. The package is made of a sturdy cardboard material that provides excellent protection to the precious drive inside. On the front is the RevoDrive X2 and OCZ logos along with some key features of the device, including having internal RAID functionality, using SandForce controllers, and most intriguing, the ability to be bootable using the unique PCI Express x4 interface. On the back, there are more of the features as well as the specifications and size, alongside a picture of what the PCI Express drive looks like. This particular model we are going to be looking at is the 100GB version.
The RevoDrive X2 is secured very safely in a foam casing. This protects the PC Board and components from damage during movement. It is also wrapped in an anti-static bag to prevent electromagnetic static from damaging the electrical components. Included with the drive are the quick start guide and a sticker that says "My SSD is faster than you HDD". There is not much documentation included with the drive and there is no driver CD, so you will need to access OCZ's website for the necessary drivers for installation of your OS to the drive.
Now that the RevoDrive X2 is out of the box, we can take a closer look at the design.


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Civil Procedure: Cases and Materials
Thomson/West, 2008 - Law - 1274 pages
The revised ninth edition of this popular casebook fully reflects the restyled Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and covers important new Supreme Court cases on pleading, federal jurisdiction, summary judgment, and due process. The revised edition integrates and does not simply add recent decisions, including Bell Atlantic, Flowers, and Grable. The cases are carefully edited and followed by notes and questions. This revised edition also treats the latest electronic discovery amendments and addresses significant developments in class-action practice. As has been the practice with all of the past editions, the casebook offers a substantial emphasis on the operation of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, but also draws comparisons with state and international practice. Because courses in civil procedure vary greatly as to the hours allotted, we have designed and revised this casebook for maximum flexibility in terms of an individual classroom's coverage, depth, sensibility, and emphasis. The casebook is accompanied by an up-to-date Supplement that includes not only the federal statutes and rules governing procedure, but also comparative state provisions. A number of other materials, such as Advisory Committee notes, proposed rule alternatives, and local court rules, also are included. The Supplement contains, as well, a litigation time chart and an illustrative problem, showing how a case develops in practice and samples of the documents that actually might have formed a portion of the record.
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I'm on board my first of three flights en route to Poland, and still working my way down from the initial high of realizing I get to represent my country at the IAAF World Indoor Track and Field Championships.
While it's still fresh in my memory I want record and share with you the happenings of this awesome day, and describe where my head is at right now.
When I woke up this morning, I was thinking today was a 'starting anew' kind of day. I took a down week following the US Championships (meaning I had no track workouts, I just ran how I felt every day and took 2 of those days off), so today was my first workout back to prepare for my outdoor season!
I had a 30 minute threshold run on the treadmill, and was lucky enough to coordinate with my friend Elizabeth to meet at Lifetime Fitness for some company on the treadmill. We got more fun than we bargained for, as two of my teammates Ben Sathre and Jon Peterson also showed up midway and joined our 'treadmill party'.
I joked that it is weird to come back to workouts even after just a week off, like I expect to be out of shape, but then the workout went really well. Warm-up to cool-down it was a solid 10-mile day, and I was stretching out on a mat waiting for Jon to finish his run, as we planned to lift weights together too.
My phone started ringing from a GA number I didn't recognize, so I silenced the call (thinking I didn't want to be that obnoxious girl talking on her phone at the gym). Figured whoever it was, they could leave a message, if it was important.
After what seemed like a long time following the call, my voicemail notification pinged. Curious as to who would leave such a long message, I decided to just listen to it right there.
At some point I will have to re-listen to it, because all I remember catching were bits and pieces once I realized the purpose of the call...
"Sandy Snow from USATF..." - "Mary Cain withdrew..." - "You are the first alternate..." - "...Get you on a plane..."
I probably also didn't quite hear the whole message because about halfway through I was already bolting back to the bay of treadmills, jumping up and down with my phone to my ear. My teammates Jon and Ben both gave me quizzical looks before I half-squealed: "I GET TO GO TO WORLDS!" I quickly explained what I knew as they celebrated with me mid-run, and Jon even called out to everyone in earshot, "She's going to Worlds! She's going to Worlds, people!" (Ironic how I didn't answer my phone because I didn't want to be obnoxious and then moments later I'm totally cool with making a scene.)
I quickly dialed back to Sandy- she informed me that the spot is in fact mine if I want it, but I will have to leave very soon to get out there ASAP, and my Team USA gear would be waiting for me in Poland since there's not time to send it to me here in MN. (MY TEAM USA GEAR- Wohoo!) She said she'd be in touch with my agent, Ray Flynn, to arrange flights, and to get ready!
During this call, I'm giddy, but also couldn't help but laugh at the melodramatic feelings I had towards going through Team USA processing as 'just the alternate' in Albuquerque. I went to the processing area with a good friend, Molly Ludlow- formerly Beckwith, who placed 3rd in the 800m. She was also the first alternate for the Olympics of 2012 in the 800m. I think we both felt a little like the knife was being twisted in our chest to know we were so close, but not on the team.
I handed in all necessary forms 'just in case', but really had no hope at all that I'd get this call. All the officials were really nice as I grumbled about being the alternate, saying even if I don't go this time, they save all my information for 'next time' when I make the team outright. In my self-deprecating mood at the time however, I was thinking it was a waste of time.
Re-living those feelings was the first time it dawned on me how much of an honor it is to be the alternate. I'm not just the first one 'out', but the first one 'in' if anything comes up. I was on call for the WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS. How did I never see it this way?
Don't get me wrong, I was definitely pleased with my overall performance- I ran my race, and I rallied back from mid-pack to the podium in the last 200m. I ran an altitude converted lifetime PR. In the 1500m for crying out loud!! Placing 3rd in the country is already an honor, but I did it in a relatively new event for me, and I had to recognize my success, even if it was a little bittersweet being one spot away.
Back to the moment at hand, once I finished my call with Sandy, I called my husband next (left a message because he was still outside running in the tundra- tough guy), then called my boss and friend Bekah Metzdoff of Mill City Running to let her know I'd be missing work to go to Worlds ("I've got good news and bad news...").
Then, without even knowing what's going on, my dad Face-Time called me from their vacation in Mexico just to chat, so I got to break the news to my parents right away that I won't be here in MN when they get home because I'm going to Poland!!
From there it was a quick shower, short drive home, a brief wait to learn when my flight would take off (6:41pm today!), and then time to start packing!
My husband Ben, who had originally planned to visit an account in Iowa today for his work, decided to reschedule his trip and be home with me before I go, which was awesome. He helped me figure out what to pack, as I was seemingly in shock and very ineffective in deciding what I'd need, and what I'd probably get from my Team USA kit when I arrive.
From there, it was a mass influx of positivity via social media as the news broke. So amazing how much I heard from the running community, friends and family, all telling me congratulations, and that I deserved it.
At first, I felt a little weird about being congratulated at all. It seemed like 'Congratulations' was the wrong word to describe my situation? I didn't do anything, really, and now I am going to Poland. Maybe people should just be saying, "Wow, you're so lucky you get to go now"??
This is where it comes in handy to have such a smart husband. I told him how I was feeling about all the congratulatory messages when it felt like a submissive way to gain a spot on the team, and he said, "No, you do deserve it. You earned your spot when you fought back in that race last week." Oh. Right. Forgot about that.
Since then I've been inundated with people telling me how my gutsy performance paid off, and all the years of hard work and gradual improvement have brought me to here, and that I will be a great representative for USA. I cannot thank you all enough for your support, and in this short time I already feel better about my 'belonging' on Team USA- a team that is arguably one of the hardest to make in the entire world.
I will continue to live in that truth, but cannot help but continue to see parallels between this wonderful opportunity and the greatest 'free gift' one could possibly accept- salvation. I could almost cry when I think about how I don't necessarily deserve either of these things, but it was freely given to me just the same, by the grace of God.
And the similarities don't stop there. The odd thing about all this is I didn't have all last week to get excited, do specific training, or even the time to fret over competing in a world competition. Some people might view this 'lack of control' as a bit of a disadvantage, but given the circumstances, I truly view this is an opportunity to RUN FREELY without dependence on my own usual preparations/expectations.
Just like the freedom we receive by handing the control over to God, I feel light as air (which is rather appropriate, as I sit on a flying aircraft!) about this opportunity I face.
While I would certainly have preferred simply making the team via a top-2 performance at USA's, I'm almost finding that this way (His way) is much better than the version I hoped for. I am learning so much more, and I am humbled by this trip as I grow closer to God, rather than possibly becoming inflated by my own accomplishment.
As I am writing, I am worried that some of you may be interpreting this to mean I am approaching this whole thing from a place of passivity- which is simply not the case. Relying on the Lord's plan does not imply 'lack of action', but rather an openness for His infinite power, strength, courage, and grace to work through me. I intend to approach these races with confidence and purpose, clothed in the armor of Christ. I will perform to the best of my ability with trust that this is all part of a plan much bigger than me, and I am not alone.


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Vera Wang's Fall 2012 bridal collection was heralded by critics for its beauty, elegance and unique color palette; many of the designer's dresses were blush, nude and black. But looking back on those romantic gowns, one has to wonder: was there a hidden message inside?
Wang and husband Arthur Becker announced that they were separating on Wednesday, after 23 years of marriage (the couple wed in 1989 at New York's Pierre Hotel, WWD reports). "They remain devoted parents to their two daughters," Cecilia and Josephine, Wang's company president, Mario Grauso, said in a statement to WWD.
Though Becker reportedly had his own business ventures, he was also involved in Wang's company, which has expanded into makeup, fragrances, mass market, juniors, home goods and a lower-cost bridal line in recent years. However, a friend of the designer tells WWD that the couple "will not let this impact the running of the company. They have worked too hard to build it up."
Wang, who started at Ralph Lauren in 1987 and opened her first private salon at New York's Carlyle Hotel in 1990, famously designed Kim Kardashian's three opulent wedding gowns in 2011 (plus sister Khloé Kardashian Odom's dress in 2009), and created Hillary Scott's custom gown for her January 2012 nuptials.


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East Texas Teachers + Student Struck by Lightning
Four employees and one student of Fred Douglas Elementary School in Jacksonville were struck by lightning Thursday afternoon as they were walking to their cars.
Superintendent Dr. Joe Wardell said two of the employees were teachers; the others were school workers including the daughter of one of the teachers. All were transported to local hospitals where they treated and later released.
Dr. Wardell said the teachers were standing in a water puddle and lightning may have traveled down the umbrellas they were holding or was conducted through a car.
Wardell said the incident happened around 3:15 p.m. as school was letting out.
Lindale Bank Robber Still on the Run
The FBI and Lindale Police continue their investigation into this week's bank robbery at Capital One on Main Street.
On Wednesday, around 2:20pm police say the suspect armed with a handgun walked into the bank and demanded money from a teller. The suspect left the bank in a small, light colored 2 door coupe driven by a white male with blonde hair. The hat might contain the logo of the Texas Glory, a girl's select fast pitch softball team. The robber also had a towel draped around their neck.
Investigators also say the inside of the car will be covered with red dye after a money bag released the substance.
No Injuries were reported during the hold-up.