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Date of stay: 3 nights, September 2009
Where you stayed: Tour accommodation
Travelled with: Euro Encounters
Tour or pre planned:Pre planned & tour accommodation
Tour: Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest is one of those festivals in Europe that you just have to do if you get the chance. It has something for everyone from traditional food to roller coasters & other theme park rides and let's not forget… lots and lots of beer. "They say approximately 7 million litres of beer gets consumed during the festival" Oktoberfest starts early September and lasts roughly 16 days through to the first week of October. On average 6 million people attend every year and it is an important part of Bavarian history.
You can organize your own trip to the festival but bear in mind Hotels/Hostels book up to a year in advance. Literally millions of people head to Munich for Oktoberfest. Some tour companies have accommodation only packages or even budget camping options for those on a tight budget. Our particular tour was booked through Euro Encounters and we took the accommodation only option, staying at a centrally located Hostel that was roughly 15-20minutes walk from the beer halls/tents and theme park. The Hostel was good and our group of 6 had a bunk bed dormitory with our own ensuite. It's best to book flights in advance, the airlines will soon start increasing prices as it gets closer to the festival. Click here to see low cost flights.
Finding you're way to the beer halls/tents is fairly easy, Hotels/Hostels will have maps and will be only to happy to point you in the right direction. If all else fails, just follow the crowds/noise. It's best to try and get their early as queues form fast and the halls fill fast. Security is very tough inside and bouncers don't take any trouble. Be prepared to be thrown out if you act up. The beer is free flowing once inside and seeing the Frolines carrying up to 10x 1 litre steins is quite amazing. I myself tried to carry 4 steins on either arm and I struggled with those. The Oktoberfest music is very traditional, brass bands and folk music can be heard from afar. Food inside the halls/tents is very good, half Chickens, Pork Sausages, Pork Knuckles and Bratwurst rolls to name but a few. We thoroughly enjoyed the festival, a disney land for adults with lots beer you could say.
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to comment on this blog. Remember have fun and enjoy the festival which has been running for over 200 years.
Click on the following link to see the Oktoberfest tours on offer through European Encounters. Remember to enter the promo code oetravelblogs for a further discount when booking.
Points to highlight: Make sure you pre book your tour/flights in advance. It's strictly forbidden to steal beer steins and so many people try each year. Steins can be purchased in the tents as souvenirs but make sure you keep your receipts. Police do look for stolen mugs and will stop you if you're seen carrying one in the streets and you may face a fine up to 50 Euros! A beer costs roughly 8 Euros and you normally tip the Frolines a Euro or two. There are cash machines at the festival but try to carry cash on you, once you leave the tents you may have to queue to get back in again.
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Would you recommend this destination: Yes
Would you recommend your tour: Yes – Tour accommodation (Euro Encounters)
Would you recommend your hotel/hostel: Yes
Overall rating: 4 out of 5
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Washington - Congress Votes To Freeze $370M In Palestinian Authority Aid; Says Incitement Of Violence Must Cease
Washington, D.C. - In light of the recent escalation of terror attacks against Israel, the US House of Representatives voted recently to put a freeze on some $370M in US aid to the Palestinian Authority.
YNETNEWS.com (http://bit.ly/1Xq2mF4) reports that congressional leaders drafted a letter to Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas stating that US aid could be cut off permanently unless incitement towards Israel ceases.
The PA had already seen its annual payment cut from $450M as a result of fines levied due to incitement of terror against Israel during the previous year.
In the letter to Abbas, House Committee on Appropriations head Kay Granger (R-Texas) and senior Democratic Rep. Nita Lowey from New York placed conditions on the release of funding, telling Abbas he must meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and that PA leaders must take positive steps to "fight against terror and incitement to violence."
House Committee on Foreign Affairs head Ed Royce (R-CA) added that new steps must be developed to curb the incitement of violence, which he said continues to reach the Palestinian public through the use of social media, radio, television, and classrooms.
More of today's headlines"London - Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair has said the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq was partly responsible for the emergence of the Islamic State militant group in..." London - Tony Blair: US Iraq War Contributed To Rise Of ISIS, But Was Justified "Jerusalem - Israel's prime minister on Sunday defended a U.S.-brokered plan to install video surveillance at a sensitive Jerusalem holy site, saying it could help refute..." Jerusalem - Netanyahu: Video Cameras On Temple Mount Serve Israel's Interests, Palestinians Suspicious Of Al-Aqsa Monitoring
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Oct 25, 2015 at 11:05 AM
It's about time, all funding of the palestinians should be stopped or supervised by the donors to see where the money goes.
Oct 25, 2015 at 11:44 AM
Now, what underhanded trick will Obama use to send the money to Abbas? I can't find a basis to trust this idiotic terror lover, anti-Israel, menace to the free world. He has overridden Congress countless times before, and I expect he will do so again. Nothing seems to please him more than supporting Abbas, with the violence and terror. I'm just curious what will be the trick.
Oct 25, 2015 at 12:17 PM
The last paragraph states that the head of the Foreign Affairs committee acknowledges the PA's incitement of violence in media,classrooms etc. Why give them any money ever!!!?
Oct 25, 2015 at 12:46 PM
Oct 25, 2015 at 12:53 PM
Very impressive!
Oct 25, 2015 at 12:53 PM
G-d bless America
Oct 25, 2015 at 10:51 PM
They should not get 1 cent of American taxpayer money as long as they teach anti Jewish and anti Israeli doctrines. The textbooks and teachers should have to meet a mainstream and approved curriculum.
Oct 26, 2015 at 08:49 AM
Very impressive!
Oct 26, 2015 at 09:32 AM
In a polarized Congress, rare agreement. Very heartening news.


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Kurup (left) shares a light moment with Siew (right) and Chan during their meeting yesterday. — Picture by Zuraneeza Zulkifli
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 11 — The Run for National Unity on Sept 16 has been given the thumbs up by Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Tan Sri Joseph Kurup.
Expressing his support for the event organised by HELP University and Malay Mail, he said he was pleased the companies were working together to unite people and it was fitting that the event was held on Malaysia Day.
"This is a good initiative by the private sector to bring Malaysians together. It will bring people together in the same place and encourage national unity," he said.
Kurup was briefed on the run by HELP University president and vice-chancellor Datuk Dr Paul Chan and Ancom Bhd group managing director and Redberry chief executive officer Datuk Siew Ka Wei.
Chan said national unity was crucial to ensure a better future for all Malaysians.
"Our run will be a win when we see participants of all races and religion take part and enjoy themselves together," he said.
"We are expecting up to 3,000 participants comprising students and also members of the public."
Chan said proceeds from the run would be used to assist students further their tertiary education.
There are six categories — men's open, women's open, physically impaired, Muhibbah Group, family participation and corporate.
Run for National Unity will be flagged off at 7.30am at Padang Merbok for the men's and women's open, while the group run would begin at 7.40am, followed by the category for the disabled at 7.50am.
The men's and women's open will cover a distance of 7km, team events 5km, and the physically impaired run will be 3km.
The public may register personally at the Federal Territory Kuala Lumpur Athletic Association office on the second floor of the Olympic Council of Malaysia building in Jalan Hang Jebat, and at the Department of Students' Affairs at HELP University in Bukit Damansara.
Those unable to go to the two venues may register online at www.myraceonline.com or email email@example.com, or log on to www.ftaaa.org.my for more information.
The fee for both the men's open and women's open is RM50 for walk-in registrations and RM55 online. The fees for Muhibbah Group and family categories are RM150 for walk-in and RM165 online, and corporate team fees are RM250 for walk-in and RM265 online.
There is no entry fee for physically challenged participants.
The closing date for registration is Sept 5.
Those who have successfully registered may collect their numbers and T-shirts from HELP University in Bukit Damansara from Sept 12 to 15 from 10am to 6pm.
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Bob Kibbey, Longtime Tampa Security Director, Dies
Bob Kibbey, Tampa Bay Downs' director of security, died June 5 after a short illness at the age of 76 at his home in Oldsmar, Fla.
Bob Kibbey, Tampa Bay Downs' director of security, died June 5 after a short illness at the age of 76 at his home in Oldsmar, Fla.
Lucky J.H., victorious over California-breds in his last start on April 30 in the 7 1/2-furlong Tiznow Stakes at Hollywood Park, will try the same distance against open company in the $100,000 Ack Ack Handicap (gr. III) on Saturday.
Lava Man, the 2005 Hollywood Gold Cup (gr. I) winner who is unbeaten in three starts this year, will meet defending champion Sweet Return in Saturday's $300,000 Charles Whittingham Memorial Handicap (gr. IT) at Hollywood Park.
Under the watchful eye of trainer Bob Baffert, Belmont Stakes (gr. I) contender Bob and John and Woody Stephens Breeders' Cup (gr. II) favorite Too Much Bling both galloped easily over the muddy Belmont Park track Thursday morning.
Greg Avioli has been named interim chief executive officer of the Breeders' Cup and National Thoroughbred Racing Association while the two organizations discuss the structure of their relationship beyond 2006
Gregory C. Avioli was appointed interim chief executive officer of the National Thoroughbred Racing Association and Breeders' Cup Limited June 8 during a joint meeting of the two boards in Garden City, N.Y.
Major international winner Street Cry was represented by his initial winner when his daughter, Majestic Roi, won June 8 at Hamilton Park in England.
Precisionist, a Hall of Famer bred and raced by the late Fred Hooper, arrived just in time to christen the new acreage that is home for Old Friends.
Charles Nuckols III, president of Nuckols Farm near Midway, Ky., recently had his term as president of the Thoroughbred Club of America extended to two years.
The excitement of the upcoming third jewel of the Triple Crown highlights the shining careers of Thoroughbreds in their prime, but also conjures up the tender subject of what might happen to those runners once their careers have ended.
Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell paid a special visit to Barbaro Thursday at the George D. Widener Hospital for Large Animals and brought along a check for $13.5 million that will be used for new facilities at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine's New Bolton Center.
Without classic winners Barbaro and Bernardini in Saturday's Belmont Stakes (gr. I), the race appears to be wide open. Like in any race, one horse has to be the longest shot on the board. That honor will likely fall to Double Galore.
Although Todd Pletcher has the two favorites, according to the morning line, for Saturday's 138th running of the Belmont Stakes, a veteran of the Triple Crown races is lurking right behind him.
Jockey John Velazquez said he feels blessed to be back in the saddle so soon after suffering serious injuries during a race at Keeneland in April. He also is looking forward forward to piloting Bluegrass Cat, who was made the 3-1 morning-line favorite, in Saturday's Belmont Stakes (gr. I).
New Zealand Bloodstock has announced a rich new race for all graduates of next year's National Yearling Sales Series at Karaka.
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Job Opportunities at James D. Julia Inc.
James D. Julia, Inc. is an internationally recognized antique auction firm who works with collectors all over the world. Julia's is one of the world's leading auctioneers of rare, high grade, quality antiques, and based on annual sales, is one of the top ten antique auctioneers in North America. As with any small business team, all of our associates wear many hats in order to deliver the finest service to our consignors and customers.
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Attention: Nancy Turcotte-Noonan, Executive Assistant
Nancy Turcotte-Noonan
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203 Skowhegan Road
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Serve as a team member within our auction team as a conduit for building and maintaining relationships with existing and potential clients. Providing detailed information and communication regarding company protocols and auction items in a friendly, professional manner. Maintaing a fast pace while focusing on details in an accurate, efficient and friendly manner within a clearly defined structure.
• Maintain friendly, helpful demeanor when dealing with clients and co-workers.
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• Strong spelling and grammatical skills
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• Capable of disseminating concise information and directing inquiries to appropriate staff members.
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• Make outgoing calls to clients who have received our marketing materials
• Provide back-up coverage for general reception, take bids and route calls to appropriate staff members
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"I can't stress enough how impactful and fulfilling it was for me to be a part of the Repairing The World program. I've always had a passion for helping children, but this volunteer work was the final and main deciding factor in my going back to earn a Master's Degree in Social Work."
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As part of The Tribe's commitment to civic engagement, cultivating community, and building leadership, we have partnered with the Children's Home Society, a 100 year old, local organization that helps child victims of abuse. Join the Tribe one Sunday a month @ 2pm as we work together to bring smiles to the faces of these children.
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PARIS (Reuters) - Banque Populaire said on Friday it had entered into exclusive talks to buy 400 bank branches being sold by HSBC France, mainly in the south of the country, for 2.1 billion euros ($3.17 billion).
Credit Industriel & Commercial (CIC) and BNP had been the other participants in a final round of bidding, an industry source told Reuters.
The total assets of the regional banks were 8.38 billion euros, with shareholders' equity of 564 million at December 31.
In 2007 they generated net profit of 100 million euros.
Banque Populaire said the acquisition of seven regional banks from HSBC France would improve its own network. The banks are Banque Chaix, Banque Dupuy de Parseval, Banque Marze, Banque Pelletier, Banque de Savoie, Credit Commercial du Sud-Ouest and Societe Marseillaise de Credit. They have some 425,000 private clients and 62,000 business clients.
Banque Populaire said it would keep the identities of the banks, and chairman Philippe Dupont said the buy was a "unique opportunity" for growth.
Mutual bank Banque Populaire had a 2006 net banking income of 8.1 billion euros and a net profit of 1.7 billion on assets of 20.1 billion.
"Banque Federale des Banques Populaires has outlined a strategy for the banks which would make it a good owner for both customers and staff, with a strong respect for the traditions of the banks," HSBC chairman Stephen Green said in a statement.
"This offer is an opportunity for HSBC to redeploy capital to other investments as we pursue our strategy and rebalance our activities towards emerging markets and faster growing business segments," he added.
He said the HSBC-branded branches in France, which are concentrated in France's major urban centers and the greater Paris area, and HSBC's Global Banking and Markets, private banking, commercial banking, asset management and insurance activities were unaffected by the offer.
Reporting by Marcel Michelson, editing by Will Waterman


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The Soong Dynasty
(Critical Survey of Contemporary Fiction)
Sterling Seagrave initiates his destruction of the more fanciful qualities of Western and Christian virtue claimed by and for the Soong family by recasting the events surrounding the early life and education of Charlie Soong. Considering such basic facts as Soong's name, youthful employment, and education at Duke University and Vanderbilt University, Seagrave exposes the falsehoods, mis-impressions, and illusions of earlier studies. In fact, Soong's return to China, his departure from Methodist missionary work, and subsequent business career reflect not Christian virtue, but a web of extortion, deceit, and underworld business transactions.
The story of the second Soong generation emerges essentially in three of Soong's six offspring: Ching-ling, May-ling, and T.V. Soong. They receive excellent educations in America's best colleges and exude the image of Western culture and charm. Ching-ling, the noblest of the three, marries Sun Yat-sen under rather unseemly circumstances after his first wife is shunted aside. Ching-ling is portrayed as a consistent supporter of Sun Yat-sen's revolutionary principles. May-ling marries Chiang Kai-Shek under similarly questionable circumstances and is viewed as wielding the real power in Chiang's consolidation of Nationalist control. T. V. Soong becomes Chiang's finance minister, funding Chiang's war with Mao's Communists through illicit trade with the Japanese, the opium trade, and embezzlement of American foreign aid.
Seagrave impressively dismantles the noble image of the Soong Dynasty as good Christians acting as stalwart supporters of Chiang's regime fighting on America's behalf against the Japanese and the Chinese Communists. His grim narrative is occasionally lightened by amusing vignettes and stories of sexual practices of old Shanghai before the war. In gauging Seagrave's new interpretive stance, the reader should note Seagrave's favorable impressions of Mao Tse-tung, Chou En-lai, and his judgment of the foreign service representatives who were unsympathetic to the Communists.


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July 31, 2004
So Long Nomar
So long Nomar.
It finally happened. Even though the 4:00pm trade deadline, for non-waiver trades, came and went this past Saturday and no news of any significant Red Sox trades were hitting the wire, one almost felt as though something must have happened, but someone just forgot to tell us.
In fact, I was looking at the MLB.com website up until 4:10pm and then listed to the radio beyond that and heard nothing. It wasn't until the co-author (Peter) on this site called me to tell me the news:
Nomar to the Chicago Cubs, from the Red Sox
Cash and Matt Murton to the Chicago Cubs, from the Red Sox
Doug Mientkiewicz to the Red Sox, from the Minnesota Twins
Orlando Cabrera to the Red Sox, from the Montreal Expos
It was actually a 4 team trade, but those are the only moves that involved the Red Sox.
Nomar is a great shortstop. He is as talented as any shortstop that has ever played the game (yes, even Honus Wagner and ARod). I am thrilled to have been able to see him play in Boston for the past 10 seasons. I enjoyed watching his patented throw from deep in the hole and I was amazed seeing his 3 home run game in person. There are obviously many more things, but I haven't got all day.
I wish him nothing but the best from here on out. Good luck Nomar.
Ok, now that that is out of my system, it's time to break this deal down.
Orlando Cabrera: Cabrera is in his 8th major league season. He is eligible for free agency after earning $6mm this season. Cabrera has been primarily been used as a shortstop during his career.
He is an above average fielder:
Fld % Range
Career* .976 4.45
League Avg* .969 4.36
* through 2003
Not that you are interested, but Nomar posted a .969 fielding % and a 4.41 range through 2003 compared to league averages of .973 and 4.38 respectively.
So Cabrera is better than Nomar with the glove. Offensively, they aren't even close, although Cabrera isn't that bad.
AB R HR RBI SB BB .Avg .Obp .Slg Ops
Cabrera 3288 407 66 381 93 233 .267 .315 .405 .720
Nomar 3968 709 178 690 84 279 .323 .370 .553 .923
Ok, Nomar is in another world offensively. It wasn't until I did up this table that I realized how much better Nomar is as a batter.
But, take a look at the past 3 years (2001-2003) for each hitter:
AB R HR RBI SB BB .Avg .Obp .Slg Ops
Cabrera 1815 223 38 232 68 143 .279 .331 .424 .755
Nomar 1376 234 56 233 24 87 .305 .349 .523 .872
That closes that gap a little bit. But still, Nomar's loss will be felt most at the plate.
Overall, I have to assume Theo Epstein felt losing Nomar this off season without getting anything in return was too great a risk. Yes, if the Red Sox had offered him arbitration and he signed elsewhere, they would have gotten that other team's top pick and a sandwich pick, but there also remained the possibility Nomar would accept arbitration and be rewarded a salary far higher than the Red Sox were willing to pay.
By trading Nomar now, they get something in return and lose a player in Nomar that just didn't appear to be having any fun playing in Boston.
Doug Mientkiewicz – Mientkiewicz is a slick fielding first baseman earning $2.8mm this year. He is under contract through 2005 ($3.75mm) with an option for 2006 ($3.75mm, I'm not sure if it is a player, team or a mutual option). Mientkiewicz is in his 7th season.
Mientkiewicz won the gold glove at first in 2001. That is 1 more gold glove than Kevin Millar, David Ortiz and David McCarty combined (no offense to the good gloved McCarty). He is a good at getting on base, but lacks the power you usually see in first basemen.
I expect he'll play against righties and be the designated defensive glove at first in late innings. This might mean the end for David McCarty's tenure here in Boston.
Because I did it for Nomar and Cabrera, here are Mientkiewicz's career stats:
AB R HR RBI SB BB .Avg .Obp .Slg Ops
M'kiewicz 1863 239 38 241 9 262 .279 .371 .415 .786
I suppose Epstein had Mientkiewicz included in the deal because he just isn't convinced Kevin Millar is back to his old self, despite his recent turnaround (.380/.437/.658 in July). Without the ability to hit, Kevin Millar is just another borderline first baseman.
The thing that bothers me most about this trade is the fact the Red Sox had to give up Matt Murton and cash (presumably to even out the deal financially). I would think Nomar alone would have been enough to get Cabrera and Mientkienwicz. But that is just me. I guess this means I'm not overly thrilled with this trade overall. I'm not saying I am mad that the Red Sox traded Nomar, I'm just not happy with the value they got back versus what they gave up.
I know many will knock Epstein for not getting another starting pitcher, but one would have to assume that he tried, but the Cubs just didn't want to part with Matt Clement or any one of their other talented pitchers.
The Red Sox line-up certainly isn't what it was prior to this trade. But close watching fans know that the Red Sox weren't lacking runs, they were lacking defense. This trade certainly helps them defensively, especially at first base.
Additionally, I would suggest not dwelling on the loss of Nomar. He is gone and there's nothing we can do about it. Focus on the team as it is now constituted.
There was one more move for the Red Sox. They traded early season acquisition Henri Stanley to the Los Angeles Dodgers for Dave Roberts. Roberts is fast and can play all 3 outfield positions (although CF and LF are his specialties based on his recent experience).
I mentioned Roberts' speed. This year he has 33 steals and only 1 caught stealing. He'll make an excellent pinch runner and utility outfielder. I'm not sure his arrival will mean he has taken over for the recently done-for-the-year Trot Nixon, but he'll compliment the other options from which Terry Francona has to choose.
It remains to be seen how this trade will help/hurt the Red Sox. At the very worst, they are a better defensive team with less run production. At the best, Cabrera, Mientkiewicz and Roberts will click and send this team into an August and September hot streak.
Some quick reviews of various Red Sox fans sites and I have the feeling most people thing the primary trade stinks. I must say I was surprised Matt Clement wasn't involved, but that's the way things go. I'm not sure this trade stinks, but I do think the Red Sox could/should have gotten more.
My faith in this team and management isn't shaken however. For those that turn on Epstein for this one forever are too quick to react. After all, how many other bad moves does he have under his belt?
Posted by Andy at 08:49 PM | Comments (0)
July 21, 2004
What is Going On Here?
To me, this season feels like the 2001 season. The Red Sox were in the thick of it back in 2001 until the 2nd half when things absolutely fell apart. Jimy Williams got canned and Joe Kerrigan took over. I remember learning about the Williams firing while driving up to Maine. I thought "boy, this could be the kick in the seat the team needs!"
Boy was I (and Dan Duquette) wrong.
So what is wrong with this squad? Is it Terry Francona? Management/ownership? The players?
During spring training this year, a gentleman, whose hobby is baseball prognostication, emailed me. His publication was called the Baseball Bulletin. His focus was specifically forecasting how the AL East would wind up in 2004.
His pre-season write-up had the following outcome in the AL East:
New York Yankees
Toronto Blue Jays
Baltimore Orioles
Boston Red Sox
Tampa Bay Devil Rays
The first one wasn't a big surprise, but picks 2-4 were. His reasoning for having Toronto and Baltimore in the 2-3 spots were more a result of the failings of Boston, not because Toronto and Baltimore were anything special.
His feeling for Boston was that the choice of Terry "Franconia" to manage the Red Sox was the beginning of the end. His Red Sox brief was devoid of any explanation as to why "Franconia" was the wrong choice. So, I won't talk about this guy any further except to say could he might be right (even without explanation).
I don't know.
Here is a hunch. Name a few managers that run a tight ship:
Joe Torre
Buck Showalter
Tony LaRussa
Lou Pinella
What I mean by a tight ship is one where players are NOT free to come and go as they please. The are expected to do things a certain way. No exceptions.
Well with the Red Sox players seem to do whatever they feel like doing. Some examples are Pedro Martinez leaving early for the All-Star break, Manny not properly communication his hamstring problems and David Ortiz pulling a nutty the other day.
Beyond that, it is just a sense that there isn't enough unity in achieving the ultimate goal. I'm not saying that not all Red Sox players want to win a World Series, but I don't think they can collectively get there if they aren't working in unison.
Not to say a collection of independently minded players can't win the World Series, I just don't think they can contend year after year.
So, there's my totally unsubstantiated theory of the week.
By the way, if I had to put the current 40-man roster into 2 groups, group A being players that play the game the right way and respect the concept of team focus and group B being players that are either more in it for themselves or just aren't good at being focused on team success, I'd be here a long time. So instead of that, I'll give some prime examples of guys how belong in either group A or B:
Group A Group B
Kapler Manny
Varitek Kim
I probably have no business conducting this exercise, but so what.
The Red Sox pulled off a major trade in acquiring Ricky Gutiérrez today. This move says to me: "With Pokey Reese going down, we figured trading outside the organization was a far better move than recalling Cesar Crespo."
Ok, so it isn't major, but it does give the Red Sox some depth in the infield. They need it considering with Nomar getting a night off, Bellhorn is playing shortstop and Mueller second.
In Wednesday night's game, Manny Ramirez pulled one of the biggest bonehead plays I've seen before. On a deep ball to center, Johnny Damon failed to make the catch. Manny thought it a good idea to act as a cutoff man thus turning what should have been a throw from Damon to the cutoff man to the catcher into a play of Damon-Manny-Bellhorn-Varitek.
Each of the throws were of the pathetic nature by the way. Damon's was his usual I'm really a righty throw, Manny's was from his knees and Bellhorn's spiked off the pitchers mound.
This team needs to wake up.
Posted by Andy at 08:48 PM | Comments (0)
July 15, 2004
Start of the 2nd Half
So the Red Sox went 48-38 in the 1st half. Not much point in rehashing the ugly details other than to say I believe everyone thinks they can do better. Well, not everyone, but most folks.
Now onto the 2nd half and the approach of the non-waiver trade deadline. As a way of capturing the spirit of the trade deadline, I've come up with a few titles:
Tantamountatudenal-Trade-Triumphantness (courtesy of Don King)
While I haven't settled on a favorite, I think it is safe to say Randy Johnson is the headline trade bait. If you don't believe me, just check out the poll on our home page.
What does Johnson bring to the table? How about these career figures through 2003:
230 wins
114 loses
3.10 era
1.18 whip
3122.1 ip
2435 hits
1258 walks
3871 strikeouts(he got his 4000th recently)
57 pants pooped in while facing him.
Just ask John Kruk if you don't believe that last one. Sasky city.
While it is true he has been a dominant pitcher since 1993, Johnson is now 40 years old (he'll turn 41 in September). Should his age play a part in the decision making of any team interested in acquiring him? So far in 2004, Johnson has pitched 129.1 innings with a 2.99 era, 0.90 whip (WOW) and 145 k's. Those numbers are a vast improvement over his injury filled 2003 season which produced his worst era since 1989.
It would appear age hasn't slowed him down too much. To support that, one only has to look as far as Bill James in Lawrence, KS. James has written in the past that power pitchers last longer than finesse pitchers (knuckleball pitchers not included…after all, there isn't much finesse in a knuckleball). Using Roger Clemens, Johnson and Nolan Ryan as examples, James might just be right.
Personally, I think Johnson would be a great addition to the Red Sox…assuming it is the right price. What I mean by that is Johnson is getting paid $16mm in 2004 and another $16mm in 2005. So the team that trades for him is on the hook for about $8mm this year and $16mm next year. $24mm is a hefty price to pay a soon-to-be 41 year old to pitched for a year and a half.
My detractors, and there is a never ending supply, would say "who cares about the money?" Well…I do. I can't help but worry about next year. Sure if the Red Sox won the World Series this year I wouldn't mind Johnson pitching from a wheelchair next year, but the fact is, there are quite a few good teams in the majors this year and it isn't a lock the Red Sox will win the World Series (I could have said that many times the past few….decades after all. Don't blame me for my down to earth approach).
All I'm saying is let's not mortgage the future to get Johnson today.
The odd thing is that the Red Sox would probably have one of the better packages to offer Arizona. Kevin Youkilis did well during his call-up (he was sent down today to make room for Ramiro Mendoza) and Kelly Shoppach, despite his struggles with the bat, would be two top prospects for Arizona.
Let's let this stuff play out. There seem to be a never ending supply of rumors and rumor squashing articles out there. Here is a sampling:
Chicago Tribune – 7/15(registration required-free)
Boston Herald – Tony Massarotti 7/15
New York Times – 7/15(registration required-free)
Providence Journal – Art Martone(all-star Art) 7/15(registration required-free)
New York "Gephardt VP" Post – George King 7/15
So there you have it.
A quick observations. How can anyone think that Pokey Reese is a better option at shortstop than Nomar Garciaparra? Now I'm not trying to pick on anyone, but I've heard some fairly well educated people say Pokey is better than Nomar overall.
To use a phrase a high school English teacher actually said to me "I think you are dumb for thinking that."
Why? Here's why!
Career Batting through 2003:
PA* Avg Obp Slg Runs HRs RBI SB
Pokey 3103 .251 .310 .357 334 41 242 138
Nomar 4291 .323 .370 .555 685 173 669 82
*Plate Appearances
Career Fielding through 2003:
SS fld % Range Errors Games
Pokey .964 3.84 32 222
Nomar .969 4.41 130 919
The fact is, Pokey made his fielding reputation at second base. He won his two gold gloves there, not at shortstop.
So far in 2004 with the glove:
SS fld % Range Errors Games
Pokey .977 4.86 326 62
Nomar .944 3.63 5 25
I will give the nod to Pokey in 2004 defensively, but given the sample size, it doesn't convince me one bit that Pokey is the better answer at short.
Nomar is by far the best option at shortstop. Stop debating it. Stop! I mean it!
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One of the most successful Indian film-maker Rajkumar Hirani, the man responsible for dishing out Hindi films like PK and Munna Bhai M.B.B.S (remade as Vasool Raja M.B.B.S in Tamil), is hoping to work with Suriya.
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The famed film-maker has co-produced the Hindi version of Irudhi Suttru, which has been directed by Sudha Kongara. According to Sudha, Madhavan was instrumental in making the project happen.
"It was Madhavan who took the project to Hirani when we were facing some financial issues," she said at the event, which also saw the attendance of personalities like actor Siddharth and film-maker Bala.
"For many years, Madhavan and I were known as the chocolate boys of the industry. I think he has finally gotten rid off that tag," Siddharth said.
Irudhi Suttru also stars Ritika Singh, Nassar, Radharavi and Kaali Venkat in important roles.The film is expected to hit the theatre on January 29th.
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I've seen a lot of shows over the years. And while a handful certainly rise above the rest, it's incredibly rare that I leave a show feeling disappointed. I'm a sucker when it comes to music, and I can pretty easily get lost in the thrill and energy of a live performance. So in those very rare instances that a show flat out disappoints me, something really has to have gone horribly awry with the performance. I can be very forgiving, especially to the legends that I hold dear.
When Van Halen first reunited with David Lee Roth on the 2007-8 tour, I was stoked. This was the reunion that rock fans had been waiting for for over two decades. My sister and I bought tickets, only to have the band cancel (I believe Eddie was rehabbing it), and I couldn't make the rescheduled date. So when the band announced a Pittsburgh date on it's A Different Kind of Truth tour, my sister and I immediately ponied up money for nosebleed seats.
Kool & the Gang was an admittedly odd choice for an opener, but they were quite good, if predictable. While enjoyable, their energy and polish is no doubt partially due to the fact that only four original members remain. Nevertheless, expectations for an opening act are low to begin with – Kool & the Gang adequately ran through their hits as the yinzers filtered into the Consol Energy Center.
Then finally – Van fucking Halen. With David Lee fucking Roth. (And without Michael fucking Anthony, but I digress.)
They immediately launched into "Unchained," a fan favorite and also one of my top 10 Running songs. Yet quickly, my brain struggled to process what my ears were hearing, trying to make sense of it all. Is this place that cavernous and echo-laden? Has Roth lost the ability to keep rhythmic time? Is it just that I can't hear the guitar melody clearly enough, or is Roth going in and out of key wily nilly?
As the set progressed, it sadly seemed that yes, Roth was occasionally out of rhythm and yes, often out of tune. These discordant moments often seemed to be a result of a refusal to acknowledge the effects of his age. Diamond Dave can't hit the soaring screams as he once did. That's to be expected. Beyond the natural changes that age inflicts on one's voice, using it as powerfully and excessively as Dave did for decades has no doubt contributed to the deterioration of his voice. Lest we also forget the excesses of alcohol and substance abuse in those golden years. All of this is to say that no one begrudges a middle aged vocalist who can't quite match the performances of his youth. However, Roth seems intent on trying, and the result isn't pretty.
What most marred the performance was an absolutely atrocious sound mix. It's not that the band wasn't loud – they surely were. But there was no distinction between the various elements, no nuance. It was pure rock and roll cacophony: one amorphous aural mush from which you could occasionally pick out Eddie's signature riffs. The only other show I've seen at Pittsburgh's fairly new Consol Energy Center was Lady Gaga's Monsters' Ball tour a few years ago. And while I had my gripes about that show, I don't recall sound quality being one of them. Indeed, as the new Center was readying its public opening, one of the features touted in the press was the state of the art sound system (McCartney was the first show at the new center, after famously snubbing Pittsburgh for decades due to the Civic Arena's subpar system and acoustics). So I doubt that this was a technical matter. Nevertheless, horrible sound can ruin a great performance; it can be absolutely devastating to a performance of questionable quality.
One of my regrets in not seeing Van Halen on the 2007-8 tour is that at the time, they weren't promoting a new album. While A Different Kind of Truth competently recaptures the spirit of the band's golden era, let's face it – nobody bought a ticket for this tour just a-itchin' to hear the boys play "Tattoo." Granted, it's inevitable that somewhere in the set, Dave was going to proudly proclaim, "This is one from our brand new record!" But four cuts from Truth seemed a little much.
That said, the setlist overall included a veritable hits package with a few deeper cuts thrown in for good measure ("Romeo Delight," "Somebody Get Me a Doctor," "Girl Gone Bad"). With all of Dave's flubs, perhaps it isn't too surprising that the show's high point was Eddie's moment in the spotlight with a medley of "Eruption" and "Cathedral." Eddie still has his chops, that much is certain. It was the one moment of the show where the 12-year old version of me was a bit in awe.
But mostly, the 30-year old version of me was a little sad. As I sat there listening to all of the classics, I began thinking about Van Halen's stature in the hard rock world. Even when I was discovering their music in the early 1990s, there was a sense of legend and historical significance surrounding the band. I reminisced getting Van Halen I from the BMG Music Club, and listening to that album over and over and over again. There was always a hope that the band would reunite with Roth, especially among those of us who were not of concert going age in the band's initial run. When I was devouring metal and rock magazines like Metal Edge and Hit Parader, a VH reunion with Roth was always one of those mythological events that we never thought would come to pass (see also: Kiss reunion with makeup). This reunion was the kind of thing that rock-obsessed teenagers like me fantasized about. On Friday night, I sat there thinking about how I'd always envisioned that fantasy playing out, and how far it was from the reality that I was experiencing. In some ways, I wish I still had only that fantasy to go off of.
I've heard very positive reviews of the tour from other folks. Perhaps the band just had an off night. Though it seems a stretch to have an off night on only the tenth stop of the tour, I just hope that others catching Van Halen this year are treated to a stronger performance than they gave to Pittsburgh.


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If you're a college student, you should know that traveling abroad is good for you. It's been shown to improve learning outcomes and may even be a predictor for better grades and higher incomes later in life. It also teaches valuable life and professional skills such as adaptability, independence, communication, and cross-cultural understanding.
The only downside? All those benefits come with a price tag. And if you're a college student, odds are good that you're not exactly rolling in the dough. The good news it that it's still possible to travel on a tight budget— you just have to know where to go. Here are 12 cheap, lesser-known, and wonderful destinations to get you started. No matter which locale you choose, expect to pay well under $50 a night for the privilege of staying there.
Gorgeous architecture, historical attractions, and European sophistication distinguish Bucharest as a must-see city. Don't miss the National Art Museum, the Romanian Athenaeum, the Parliament Palace, or Calea Victoriei, a popular street packed with traditional cafes, bars, and restaurants. Visit in the summer for the best rates and mild weather.
Located on the Bay of Bengal, Chennai offers visitors beautiful scenery, historical attractions, and a rich cultural heritage. Because it's not a particularly well-known tourist destination, Chennai boasts budget-friendly accommodations year-round. Visit between November and February for great weather—highs are typically around 70 degrees. January is one of the most popular months because it features Chennai Pongal, a four-day celebration of the end of winter.
It's a wonder this gorgeous island hasn't been overrun with tourists: Palm-covered beaches, stunning waterfalls, unique geological features, and a relaxed culture make for a perfect island getaway. The island is 88 square miles, so choose accommodations near the beach for easy waterfront access. Rates are very budget-friendly—you can rent a room or a whole home for around $29 a night. If you want to avoid monsoon season, plan to visit between March and May.
Malaysia's capital offers something for every kind of traveler, from jaw-dropping architecture (hello, Petronas Twin Towers) to primo shopping, delicious food, relaxing gardens, distinct neighborhoods, and spiritual exploration in mosques and temples. The city is also close to other attractions such as the Batu Caves and Putrajaya, which is one of the best places in the world to watch the sunset.
Lapu-Lapu is home to some of the most significant historical sites in the Philippines, making it a great destination for history buffs and anthropology majors. The city is also packed with art, restaurants, nightlife, live entertainment, beachfront scenery, and other cultural attractions. You can enjoy it all on a shoestring budget: Wallet-friendly accommodations start at $16 per night.
Ancient Incan ruins, ocean views, and a bustling metropolitan culture—Lima is ideal for the traveler who wants to experience big-city energy in a gorgeous setting. The city's off-season runs from June to October, and this is when you'll find the best deals on accommodations. The Festival season begins in October and continues through November; expect large crowds and a variety of cultural attractions, including the biggest religious procession in Latin America.
Coral reefs, palm-covered beaches, and budget-friendly hotels—Montego Bay is the tropical destinations for travelers with limited funds. Visit from October to early December for the best rates, abundant sunshine, and warm temps. Take a tour of the old sugar plantation or the working coffee plantation, practice your swing on the gorgeous fairways, soak up the sun on the white sand beaches, or kick back and enjoy the views of the Catadupa Mountains.
If you love the water, then get yourself to Nha Trang. Scuba diving and beautiful beaches await visitors to the city, which is located on Vietnam's south-central coast. While airfare will cost a pretty penny, you'll spend very little once you arrive—rates for budget-friendly hotels start as low as $8 per night, while luxury accommodations can be found for as little as $75 each night.
Located in the Andes Region of Ecuador, Quito is a nature lover's dream. It's also packed with colonial architecture, historical attractions, and a vibrant culture that you have to experience to fully appreciate. The city boasts a wide variety of budget hotels with rates starting as low as $20 a night. Before scheduling a trip, be aware that Quito's winter runs from June to September, while the popular summer months run from December to March.
San Juan is an island paradise—think white beaches and tropical rainforests—any time of the year. The winter months (from December through April) promise the best weather, but you'll find cheaper rates from May through September. If you're visiting in June, don't miss the city's SoFo Culinary Week. If you're an American citizen, you won't need a passport to enter San Juan, and you can use U.S. dollars as currency. (That's because Puerto Rico is a U.S. commonwealth.)
Despite being the Dominican Republic's capital city, Santo Domingo has yet to attract large herds of tourists. And that's great news for the wallet-conscious traveler, because low-budget accommodations abound (even during spring break!). Enjoy your savings while soaking up rays on the city's beaches or tearing it up in one of the many salsa/merengue clubs.
You may know Ubud from a little book called Eat, Pray, Love. Bali's gorgeousness is on full display here, as are pretty rice paddies, open-air markets, and mystical attractions. Visit between July and September for the best weather. (But do be prepared for larger crowds than you'll find during the city's rainy months.) Homestays are popular in Ubud, but you'll also find plenty of budget-friendly hotels both within and outside of the city's center.
And there you have it: Even if you're an impoverished college student, a wide variety of amazing cultural, natural, and historical destinations are within your reach. Save every dollar you can, and soon enough you'll have enough money to get there.
This article was originally posted on Hipmunk's Tailwind blog on February 14th.
I've spent the better part of the last seven years exploring Asia and this corner of the world is nothing short of amazing. Spectacular sights, delicious foods, incredibly diverse cultures and such a rich history....Asia has it all!
However, Asia can also be overwhelming to first-timers. Where do I go and what do I do? Here are five awesome overlooked places to get your planning started:
Japan is the best country in the world for people-watching -- if you know where to look, that is. Much like the stylish yet offbeat Harajuku district in Tokyo, Osaka also as a youth Mecca that should be on the "to-do" list of every traveler to Japan. It is called Amerika-Mura and there is no more hip in town to be. The area is on the cutting edge of fashion and youth culture, and is packed full of restaurants and shops selling everything from clothing to music to random novelty items.
One of the best things to do on the island of Ko Samui, Thailand is to rent a scooter and get away from the crowds. Go explore the island, find a quiet beach and take time to unwind. Or check out the numerous markets and eat your way through as many of the small food spots scattered across the island as possible. The island is yours!
Bali is known for great resorts but the ones of Seminyak, Indonesia stand out in particular. Immaculate beaches. Delicious food. Luxurious resorts. Seminyak has it all but with less crowds that Kuta or Sanur. Soak up the sun on Seminyak Beach, go surfing or even indulge in a game of beach volleyball. The area is also a foodie's paradise, so make sure to come hungry. Start at Jalan Laksamana (also known as Eat Street) but make sure to expand beyond -- there are tons of unique, amazing restaurants serving some of the best food on the island.
Located at the end of the MTR line, Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong is a quiet suburb that is far removed from the normal tourist trail. It is also the home of Discovery Park, a combination shopping mall and park that has been around for nearly two decades. The tropical rain forest-themed shopping center spans over 600,000 square feet and even includes an artificial waterfall and stained glass ceiling over the main lobby. Once you are done shopping, do not forget to explore the neighborhood and get a glimpse of local Hong Kong life.
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The beautiful island of Ko Samui is one of Thailand's most popular islands with tourists. As such, it's important to know a few key details when planning your trip, such as the right time of year to visit, where to stay and how to avoid the crowds. And that's exactly why I am here!
Ko Samui was a self-sustained island with no roads at all until the 1970's, when the first few adventurous backpackers started arriving one at a time via local boats. It was in the 1990's that the island started to gain an international reputation as a beautiful luxury travel destination, a reputation that has only gotten stronger since.
The weather in Ko Samui is slightly different from the mainland of Thailand. During April through September, when its monsoon season throughout the bulk of mainland Thailand, Ko Samui receives very little rain. Their rainy season is October to December. January through March is the sunniest time of year, and the peak tourist season. Consider planning your trip around the beginning or the end of the wet season to avoid the crowds and save a few dollars by paying off-season prices.
The easiest way to reach Ko Samui is via plane. There are daily flights from Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and several other prominent Thailand destinations, as well as international flights available. However, ticket prices for these flights are noticeably higher than flights to and from other Thai destinations.
The international departure gate at Ko Samui airport
An alternative option is to travel to Ko Samui from Surat Thani, on the southern mainland of Thailand. Tickets are available at both the train station and airport for around 300-500 Bhat and include the bus ride to the Don Sak Jetty and 45-minute ferry ride to the island. (Find out more information here.) Or for those who like to take the scenic route, consider departing from Chumphon. The combined bus and fast boat ride takes close to 12 hours but passes through both Ko Tao and Ko Phangan. It is definitely an enjoyable option for photographers or anyone not in a rush.
The bulk of Ko Samui hotels and resorts are located on the northern and eastern sides of the island. So, when choosing a location the first thing to consider is do you want to be in the heart of the action, or further away on the more subdued, peaceful western side of the island.
As Ko Samui is a primarily luxury travel destination, there is no shortage of high-class resorts and hotels from $100 on up to $1,000 a night. Zazen Boutique Resort & Spa is one of the island's most popular and highly rated accommodations, and is a steal of a deal at around $200 per night.
There are also quite a few mid-range lodging options throughout Ko Samui that range from $35 to $100 a night, and a few budget options even cheaper than that (for all you backpackers out there). Check around online for the best deals.
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At this point, Ohio State might be the only team I'd say is gonna be tough to beat. And I know all about West Virginia and its schedule. I've had the Mountaineers ranked No. 2 with my AP vote for three weeks. But it's hard not to be really impressed with how OSU went into Austin and handled the defending national champs. Troy Smith was even better than I thought he'd be. And for all you experts who picked UT to win, I bet the next big-time matchup will have you paying more attention to the matchups of the two quarterbacks. At any rate, we're beginning to see who has what -- as well as who has some problem areas to solve. Some teams are easier to figure out because we've seen them face tough competition. For example, Ohio State, Texas, USC, Florida State, Miami to name a few.


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Audiences who attended Newsies Tuesday night at the Orpheum were hyped and ready. Unlike four years ago, when the show first opened at New Jersey's Paper Mill Playhouse, the show's acclaim has far preceded it. The Broadway version garnered a Tony nomination for star Jeremy Jordan, who played the role of Jack.
These are not easy shoes for the tour's star Joey Barreiro to fill, but fill them he does. And quite well, at that. When the show opens we meet Jack, a paperboy harboring dreams of becoming an artist. He's an orphan, and is living in his "penthouse": the roof of an old building overlooking New York City. It might seem strange for Jack to begin the show with a number called "Santa Fe", but the song sets the tone for exactly what Jack is trying to do: escape the life he's in.
We meet Jack's fellow newsies boys in the opening ensemble number "Carrying The Banner" with memorable names like Crutchie, Seitz and Swing. If there is one thing that can be said about the newsies boys it's that they can tear apart some tough choreography. By the end of Act I's ensemble number "Seize The Day", the audience was in the palm of the boys' hands. If you're seeing Newsies for the first time expect to see sweat flying off the actors' faces as they charge through cartwheels, tap dancing and jazz dancing. It's exhilarating to watch.
On the first day we spend with Jack, he meets Davey (Stepehen Michael Langton), a boy unlike any of the Newsies: Davey has a family. Accompanying Davey is his little brother Les (John Pitera) who develops a soft spot for Jack. Compared to the thick Jersey accents of the other boys, Davey and Les come across as right proper and posh. But quickly a bond develops between Davey and Jack. As the very clear antagonist Joseph Pulitzer (Steve Blanchard) raises prices on newspapers and subsequently puts the newsies boys out of work, Jack and Davey develop a plan. They will go on a strike.
Along the way, Jack experiences many of the emotions you might expect to keep the show running: self-doubt, confusion and resentment. He also grabs himself a love interest in the form of Katherine (Morgan Keene). Katherine is a modern woman, perhaps a little too ahead of her time in 1899. Her career as a journalist is first, and flirting is second. But Jack pursues hard and doesn't give up. By the end of Act 1, it's clear what will develop.
Despite the cliched romance and love interest, Keene handles her role well. She makes Katherine likable and believable and holds up well in a cast that is almost entirely male. Perhaps the most dazzling aspect of Newsies is just how talented and young the cast is. The actors are incredibly athletic and well-trained in dance. Even more impressive is that not one of the boys fades into the background. As the show bulldozes through, every newsies boy gets a chance to show why you should pay attention to him on stage.
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I think you've got the character of Yukari down. While the game doesn't throw the romance at you, it does provide hints regarding Yukari's feelings for Minato. The Answer provided some more - and I think you nailed it.
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Benjamin Zander, conductor of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra since itsformation in 1978, was composing at the age of nine, and by twelve years of age he was studying under Benjamin Britten and Imogen Holst. At the age of fifteen, he went to Florence to study with the great Spanish cellist Gaspar Cassado. After completing a Degree at London University, he went to America on a Harkness Fellowship and has made his home in Boston ever since.
He travels extensively as guest conductor, and since 1995 has been working regularly with the Philharmonia Orchestra in London. Their series of Mahler Symphonies have received extraordinary critical acclaim, and in the Autumn of 1998 they began to record a cycle of the complete Beethoven Symphonies.
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So what is a pod?
It's a community that supports and nurtures each other in every way possible…
The term "pod" refers to a dolphin pod or community.
Dolphins are fascinating in the way they communicate with humans and with each other.
Humans often say that when they are near a pod of dolphins, they feel connected to the Source of this universe.
What's the connection we are talking about here?
This connection is your way of communicating with the Source of your very existence…with who you truly are at the deepest levels of your being.
Connection with that Source will fuel an adventure in your life, a deep inner transformation beyond anything that you can imagine.
Dolphins set out on great adventures into the vast oceans of this planet with so much joy, courage and intuition. And the do it together, in community and support in the spirit of collaboration.
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Dolphins are very social beings, they absolutely love to be together.
One of the kindest, noblest things about them is something that oceanographers observe: They never leave anyone behind. You may have heard that if you could get really close behind a big truck, the truck can pull your car along effortlessly by the sheer force of thermal dynamics (please don't try this, okay!). It is a very cool universal force.
If one dolphin is not feeling strong, the pod pulls that dolphin into the pod with the same kind of thermal dynamic energy to make sure that it can stay with the group. As the dolphin is pulled by the force of the pod's powerful, dynamic energy, it has the time to heal and become stronger than ever.
It begins to thrive. Then the rejuvenated dolphin returns to being a vital and dynamic pod member.
The Creator of this great universe set up systems that are so strong that dolphins inherently know how to support each other as part of the pod. They exemplify collaboration in the way that they communicate, protect each other and gather food as a group.
That's important because it's a sign that we have an energetic connection to each other… hardwired and soft-wired to be together in collaboration, taking care of and being there for each other.
This blog site's whole intention is to expand that and bring us together to support each other in the spirit of connection, collaboration and creativity. Our personal life adventures are supported and nurtured through a sense of creativity.
Why creativity?
Another aspect about dolphin pods is that the dolphins know instinctively how to move into deeper waters or to change directions. They can move creatively with speed and grace in the direction that their intuition tells them to go.
And like humans, quantum physicists say that dolphins get their instructions for where to go next from the infinite quantum field, which I will be talking about a lot and asking you to add what you have learned and experienced about the quantum field of all possibilities.
Dolphins can dive very deep.
As they go deeper, the whole pod can expand, as their habitat increases.
The deeper they go, the more nurturing and vast the food becomes for them to expand even further…
Think about that as a metaphor for this blog "pod"… as we expand, through creative ideas and more and more people join, we can go deeper and deeper into the profound, infinite quantumness of us.
So stay tuned and participate often.
From this Harmonic Pod, may you receive all the fuel you need for your life's adventures…
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